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Cold Case Files

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

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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Lonnie rekindles an old relationship only for her beau to take credit cards out in her name and when she confronts him about it he shoots her in the head. Rulon is an olympic wrestler and gold medalist out or a day of snowmobiling with friends when h... more

After the murder of Barbara Jean Galliher goes cold investigators are left with few options. Almost three decades later, after being caught in a compromising situation by his wife and admitting to a sex addiction, Donald Vanderbent has something else... more

Detectives are baffled when two young girls are raped, murdered, and dumped in an abandoned house in Akron, Ohio. And a 26-year-old mother of three disappears on Christmas Eve in 1995, but the missing persons case goes cold when police can find few c... more

Dorothy is leaving the grocery store with her daughters when they are attacked by a pair of young men who rape Dorothy and shoot her in the head. Jim is out picking blueberries alone and without his cellphone when he is bitten by a rattlesnake. Bud a... more

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Recent Guests

Christine Pelesek
Reporter and author covering Crime
LA Weekly / Author of The Grim Sleeper
Episode: REOPENED: The Grim Sleeper Part 1
Colleen Fitzpatrick
Genealogist who assisted with the DNA genealogy work
Colleen Fitzpatrick, Vitagal/Identifax (as referenced)
Episode: REOPENED: Taken in Tacoma
Robert Washburn
Suspect later identified as Jennifer Bastian's killer
Individual suspect
Episode: REOPENED: Taken in Tacoma
Teresa Bastian
Jennifer Bastian's sister
Family of Jennifer Bastian
Episode: REOPENED: Taken in Tacoma
Patty Bastian
Jennifer Bastian's mother
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
Gene Miller
Tacoma Police Detective who led the cold-case unit
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
Daniel Gene Cummings
Suspected serial rapist who was identified and later confessed
Episode: Caught on Tape / A Son to Remember

Hosts

Reagan
Survivor recounting her experience
Paula Barros
Host of Cold Case Files
Pala Barros
Host of Cold Case Files
Christine Pelesek
Reporter and author covering Crime
Rochelle Johnson
Henrietta Wright's daughter

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 12.5k ratings
  • Please

    The appropriate word to use is sex worker.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    drstalho
    United Statesa month 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
    Canadaa month 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 States2 months 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 States3 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

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The host uses a varied tone but some listeners feel the pacing and edits interrupt storytelling.

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Apple Podcasts
#230
United States/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#43
United States/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#109
Canada/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#27
Canada/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#173
United Kingdom/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#55
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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A true crime series focused on cold cases, leveraging forensic advances and investigative persistence to reopen old investigations and seek closure for victims and families. Episodes frequently feature law enforcement perspectives, forensic science, and survivor or family viewpoints, offering technical casework alongside personal narratives. The show stands out for blending procedural detail with emotional testimony, spotlighting DNA, databases, and cross-jurisdiction collaboration to solve long-unsolved crimes. This combination makes it valuable for audiences who crave rigorous true crime storytelling with real-world investigative context and justice outcomes.

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1. 48 Hours
2. Snapped: Women Who Murder
3. 20/20
4. Dateline NBC
5. American Justice

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Cold Case Files launched 9 years ago and published 792 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Cold Case Files include:

1. Christine Pelesek
2. Colleen Fitzpatrick
3. Robert Washburn
4. Teresa Bastian
5. Patty Bastian
6. Lindsay Wade
7. Gene Miller
8. Logan Dorenzo

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