
Cousins By Blood is a true crime podcast investigation, unfolding episode by episode. In 2000, Ivan Cantu was arrested for the murders of his cousin James Mosqueda and Amy Kitchen, James's fiancé. Now 20 years later, questions about Ivan's guilt or innocence remain and the case has been reinvestigated. New suspects are uncovered, new evidence has been discovered, and the clock is ticking to Ivan's... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 54 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Category | True Crime | ||||

Cousins By Blood is a podcast investigation into a double homicide that took place in Dallas in the year 2000. Ivan Cantu was convicted of killing his cousin James and James's fiancé Amy, but Ivan has maintained his innocence. New evidence has be... more
On November 4th, 2000, the bodies of James Mosqueda and his fiancé Amy Kitchen were found murdered. Days later, James’s cousin Ivan Cantu was arrested for the murders. Ivan was convicted and sentenced to death. At this point, Ivan has been on Death..... more
Last episode, we heard Ivan's ex-girlfriend's side of the story. This episode, we hear from Ivan. Being on Death Row in the Polunsky Unit, Ivan is not permitted to use the phone. So, in this podcast, you will hear one of the only phone calls Ivan has... more
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Thank you, Matt. I find it hard to wrap my head around brazen injustice and state brutality at this level (British). I’m sorry I wasn’t listening and bearing witness in real time, though I’m sure it was heart-stoppingly hard to do so. My condolences to all who lost a loved one in this case and who are suffering the consequences of the miscarriage of justice.
Very good listen and deep dive.
Matt did a great job presenting all sides of Ivan’s story and this case.
Ivan’s story is equal parts tragic and infuriating.
Do I think he did it? Probably not. In America, that “probably” = REASONABLE DOUBT.
Ivan was executed on “facts” that’s basis was nothing but corruption and lies. Withholding information/evidence = lying. Had the jury heard even a quarter of the evidence that had been withheld by the prosecution, Ivan would still be alive today.
As a result, Amy and James (and thei... more
Just finished the series. Well done. Very easy to listen to. Infuriated me at every level due to the incompetence of the people responsible for justice. Sending lots of thoughts to the family and those impacted by these events.
Brilliant podcast ❤️
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This podcast presents a gripping true crime investigation focused on a murder case that has lingered for over two decades. At the heart of the story is Ivan Cantu, accused of murdering his cousin James Mosqueda and James's fiancée, Amy Kitchen. The series meticulously examines the details of the case, revealing inconsistencies in evidence and testimony while exploring the complex family relationships underlying the events. Each episode uncovers new information, fresh suspects, and legal challenges that could impact Ivan's fate as the investigation unfolds, raising questions about justice, guilt, and innocence.
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Recent guests on Cousins By Blood include:
1. Gina Bunn
2. Amy Betcher
3. Gladys Mosqueda
4. Amy Boettcher
5. Ivan Cantu
6. Sister Helen Prejean
7. Jada Bonds
8. Abe Bonowitz
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