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Cold Case Files

A&E / PodcastOne
Survival
Cold Cases
DNA Evidence
Murder
Cold Case Files
Violence Against Women
Domestic Violence
Joel Rifkin
Kidnapping
DNA
A&E
Rape
DNA Analysis
Murder Investigation
Sexual Assault
Serial Killers
Homicide
Anitria Washington
Cold Case Investigation
Abduction

Based on the iconic, Emmy-nominated series on A&E, this show explores some of the most difficult-to-solve murders, which stymied investigators and went cold, sometimes for decades. In fact, one-third of all murders in America remain open. But thanks to dogged investigators and breakthroughs in forensic technology, these cases become part of the rare 1% of cold cases that are ever solved. Cold Case... more

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12 year old Thadius is carried outside of his home while asleep, by a man who turns out to be his captor, rather than his father. Kristen is kidnapped, led into a stranger's car at gunpoint & taken to his home while in her freshman year at the Univer... more

After a teenage girl shows up dead, investigators think they know who did it. However, when another pair of sisters are found deceased with a similar MO, investigators realize they not only have the wrong man but a possible serial killer.

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A young boy is the sole survivor when his family is massacred in their Minnesota home. Two decades later - he helps cold case detectives catch the serial killer responsible.

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Gilles is lured by a fake dating profile online, only to be trapped in a garage & attacked by a man who was hiding behind a hockey mask & hoodie. Richard and Angela are mauled by a black bear in the backyard of their own home in Newport, PA. Dave, th... more

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Recent Guests

Anitria Washington
Survivor of an attack
Survivor, victim in the Grim Sleeper case
Episode: REOPENED: The Grim Sleeper Part 1
Rochelle Johnson
Henrietta Wright's daughter
Family of a victim
Episode: REOPENED: The Grim Sleeper Part 1
Christine Pelesek
Reporter and author covering Crime
LA Weekly / Author of The Grim Sleeper
Episode: REOPENED: The Grim Sleeper Part 1
Robert Washburn
Suspect later identified as Jennifer Bastian's killer
Individual suspect
Episode: REOPENED: Taken in Tacoma
Gene Miller
Tacoma Police Detective who led the cold-case unit
Tacoma Police Department
Episode: REOPENED: Taken in Tacoma
Patty Bastian
Jennifer Bastian's mother
Family of Jennifer Bastian
Episode: REOPENED: Taken in Tacoma
Teresa Bastian
Jennifer Bastian's sister
Family of Jennifer Bastian
Episode: REOPENED: Taken in Tacoma
Lindsay Wade
Detective in the Tacoma Police Department and lead on the Jennifer/ Michelle cases
Tacoma Police Department
Episode: REOPENED: Taken in Tacoma
Logan Dorenzo
Daughter of Lisa and Lawrence, who speaks about her life and paternity
Family member
Episode: REOPENED: Vanished In Virginia

Hosts

Paula Barros
Host of Cold Case Files
Marisa Pinson
Host of Cold Case Files, Narrator

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 12.4k ratings
  • Please

    The appropriate word to use is sex worker.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    drstalho
    United States20 days ago
  • People not prostitues

    Very disappointing to hear the women in the episode Map to Murder constantly being referred to by their work rather than as women. The host did this throughout the podcast while the police correctly identified them as women. Doubt if they were nurses she would have kept saying nurses. Very disappointing!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Librarianqcc
    Canada22 days ago
  • Droning on with no variation in tone or cadence

    I do not understand how these things are allowed out of the studio. Lots of time is spent with sound effects and commercial insertions, only to have the entire thing ruined by a host who has never taken the time to learn how to speak in public. Or even a basic drama class. Sad.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    ManicMonkeyMojo
    United Statesa month ago
  • STOP FORCING SHOWS

    I will rate higher when you stop shoving down your recommended shows down everyone’s throat. And every single time, no it’s not something I would like. Also no new content! All recycled episodes and recommendations for shows you don’t even want to listen to

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Haymarie1211
    United States2 months ago
  • Bill please

    Brooke is kinda awful. Especially when she starts moralizing. I don’t need a kid asking me what questions I should be asking myself. Where is Bill Kurtis

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Benteleman
    United States3 months ago

Listeners Say

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The human impact on families is a strong positive element that adds emotional weight to investigations.
Fans value credible guest perspectives from investigators and legal professionals, though some comment on ads and format changes.
Listeners appreciate the survivor-focused storytelling and forensic context, but some critique pacing and episode structure.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#225
United States/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#41
United States/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#129
Canada/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#36
Canada/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#145
United Kingdom/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#63
Australia/True Crime

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Rifkin Murders Part 3
Q: Is there anything left to look for in identifying victim number six or victim number nine?
Rifkin conceded that much has changed over time, and it's critical to ensure the right steps are taken to confirm identities.
The Rifkin Murders Part 3
Q: Why do you think you did these terrible things?
Rifkin explained that a fantasy life had intertwined with reality, leading to a rationalization of his actions.
Manhunt
Q: What do you think the outcome is going to be?
Selby expresses skepticism about receiving a fair trial due to the media attention surrounding his case.
Manhunt
Q: What made you change, Brooke?
Selby attributes his transformation to his experiences in the Gulf War, suggesting that the trauma from his service altered his state of mind.
I SURVIVED: I Felt Like I Had Escaped Through Death
Q: How did you manage to escape?
Jennifer recounts feeling the adrenaline rush and successfully working to free herself while in the trunk of the car, showing immense resilience and mental strength.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cold Case Files

What is Cold Case Files about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This program delivers in-depth true-crime storytelling focused on long-unsolved cases that eventually reach resolution through investigations, survivor testimonies, and advances in forensic science. Episodes frequently weave firsthand accounts from survivors, family members, investigators, and prosecutors with forensic context and courtroom moments to illuminate how cases evolve from open investigations to closed convictions. A distinctive element is the strong emphasis on persistence, cross-jurisdiction collaboration, and the human impact on victims' families, often highlighting how DNA and new technology reshape narratives that once stalled. Listeners who appreciate meticulous reconstruction, expert perspectives, and emotional storytellin... more

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Recent guests on Cold Case Files include:

1. Anitria Washington
2. Rochelle Johnson
3. Christine Pelesek
4. Robert Washburn
5. Gene Miller
6. Patty Bastian
7. Teresa Bastian
8. Lindsay Wade

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