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Best Case Worst Case

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Child Sexual Abuse
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University Of Georgia
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Criminal Justice System
Child Abuse
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We take you behind police lines. Former FBI profiler Jim Clemente & former FBI special agent Maureen O'Connell get unparalleled access to law enforcement officers, looking back at their most memorable cases – for better or for worse.

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Recent Guests

Bob Gilliam
Retired police officer with 36 years of service, former lieutenant and undersheriff
Jackson Hole Police Department / Teton County Sheriff's Office
Episode: 502|Murder On A Hillside
Cassandra Horton
Mia's mother, advocate for justice
Family of the victim
Episode: 495|Seeking Justice for MIA part 2
Aimee Gath
Former police officer (Bedford, NH); security professional; guest on episode
Former Bedford Police Department
Episode: 493|Warning Signs…
Will Svilar
Retired 32-year Chicago Police Department veteran, former Homicide/Officer Involved Shooting lead
Chicago Police Department
Episode: 492|And his momma cried part 2
Tim Murphy
Retired Chicago Police Homicide Detective with extensive experience in cold cases and OIS
Chicago Police Department
Episode: 492|And his momma cried part 2
Chris McDonough
Retired detective with Oceanside Police Department (Homicide Bureau)
Oceanside Police Department
Episode: 490| When Great Minds Meet part 3
Gary Brucato
Clinical and forensic psychologist with expertise in serial killings and violence
Private practice in New York; visiting scholar at Boston College
Episode: 490| When Great Minds Meet part 3
Allison Hope-Weiner
Television producer for News Nation, journalist and author
News Nation
Episode: 486|MURDER and the MEDIA
Josh Zeman
Host of Monster Hunting Lisk, involved in investigative storytelling
Monster Hunting Lisk
Episode: 481| They Always Have Ranches

Hosts

Jim Clemente
Former FBI profiler and prosecutor; long-time host and analyst on major cases; writer/producer with Crime-focused media experience
Maureen O'Connell
Co-host; FBI veteran with evidence response team background; experienced interviewer with deep investigative experience

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 4.3k ratings
  • Best Case

    Love It

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sugar1/
    United States2 months ago
  • June 2026

    Jim, appreciate the content.

    BUT

    Get a new microphone, it is terrible. To much interference.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Celticrco
    United States2 months ago
  • Love Maureen!

    Maureen is awesome! Need to get her listed as a host. I love to hear her experience and great voice.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    taylor214allnamesaretaken!
    United States4 months ago
  • Episode 489

    I really enjoy listening to this podcast - the guest on this episode were fantastic!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    janiee13
    United States4 months ago
  • Such Good Insight

    Love listening to Jim and Maureen! They always have such good insight and even in the midst of dark subject matter they always seem to provide hope. They have such care for victims and their families and that really comes through in their discussions.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KLambMama
    United States4 months ago

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Many appreciate the hosts' practical law-enforcement backgrounds
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Listeners praise expert analysis and victim-centered approach
Feedback is mixed on on-air dynamics, but content quality remains strong

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Apple Podcasts
#169
New Zealand/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#227
South Korea/True Crime

Talking Points

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502|Murder On A Hillside
Q: What was the scene like when the body was found and how did they proceed with the investigation?
Gilliam explains the body was found off Alga Road in a utilizable area, initially secured and then expanded to an area 200 feet in multiple directions to preserve critical evidence, and discusses the violent nature of the crime and the evidence collected.
502|Murder On A Hillside
Q: Where were you? What department were you with?
Bob Gilliam describes working as a detective in Carlsbad, California, in a small crimes of violence unit handling robberies and homicides, and details the scene and his response on the day the case came in.
494|Seeking Justice for MIA
Q: Tell us about your daughter and how this began.
Cassandra describes Mia as a bright, athletic 14-year-old who loved softball, and explains that the initial signs emerged through a trusted local coach who gradually crossed boundaries, leading to sexual abuse and the realization that the offender targeted not just Mia but the family and community as well.
493|Warning Signs…
Q: What made this case particularly memorable for you?
The combination of a secluded, almost surreal location, the self-implanted device attached to a car battery, satanic symbols, and the realization that this young man had chosen to die in a way designed to be remembered, which deeply affected everyone involved.
493|Warning Signs…
Q: Where were you when you encountered the case, and how did it unfold originally?
I was on patrol during the midnight shift near Bedford when we saw an orange flash in a desolate area; the next day a mother reported her missing son, leading investigators to the power-line field and the bizarre platform where the suicide device was found.

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A no-nonsense true crime and investigative analysis show that blends frontline law enforcement experience with forensic psychology and investigative rigor. Across episodes, the hosts dissect high-stakes cases, focusing on case architecture, evidence handling, linguistic analysis of ransom notes, and the human impact on victims and families. Noteworthy are the veteran FBI backgrounds, practical insights for investigators, and a steady emphasis on methodical reasoning over sensational storytelling, with occasional cross-episode conversations that anchor discussions in real-world policing and prosecution dynamics. This program is likely to appeal to listeners who want expert analysis, case-context, and practical takeaways for professionals or ... more

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2. Cassandra Horton
3. Aimee Gath
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