
We all hear stories almost daily now about cold cases being solved by investigative genetic genealogy. This new crime-solving tool answers the "who" question about these often decades-old crimes... but what about the why? This podcast will look at crimes solved by genetic genealogy, and examine the connection - if any - between the victim and the killer, and why the crime occurred. Each case is un... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 380 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CultureTrue Crime | |||

Episode 177 Doe ID: 'Lime Lady' Tammy Tigard
Today's case is that of the infamous "Lime Lady," the young white Jane Doe found covered in quicklime in Oklahoma in 1980. Investigators had very little to go on in her case, even though her features an... more
Episode 176 Phyllis Bailer
In 1972, Phyllis Bailer and her toddler daughter set out to make an evening drive to her parents' house for a weekend visit. The drive from their home in Indianapolis to Bluffton, IN should have taken less than two hours... more
Episode 175 Doe ID: 'Charlotte Walmart John Doe' Kenneth McCarthy
In 2016, a John Doe was found behind a WalMart in Charlotte, NC. With no identification and very few personal possessions, he remained unidentified, known only as Charlotte WalMart ... more
Episode 174 Barbara Villarreal Part 2 of 2
This is part 2; the conclusion of the Barbara Villarreal case. If you have not listened to part 1 yet, please stop now and listen to part 1 first.
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The host is detailed & has done the research. This show has never disappointed!!
One of my favourite podcasts. Well-researched and respectful to the victims. Also very informative re DNA and IGG.
I love the occasional (well-deserved) snark!
This is the best and most hopeful podcast on true crime there is. Best because the research is so thorough and of a very high standard, and hopeful because it shows law enforcement actively using the new dna technology to solve decades old cases that have been completely unsolvable for so long. It is also definitive in the sense that the dna is so certain.
I thought this subject could get repetitive but nothing could be further from the truth. The host presents a detailed account of the crime and how it was solved-every step. The detail helps a person understand why some decisions are made. There is no fluff here. Just the facts. This is now in my top 5 pods!
I absolutely love the family genealogy side of the podcast as well as the forensic information. We’re getting two for the price of one. Which makes it highly interesting into how these work in tandem to catch a killer. So why, oh why, are there not more podcasts following this method??!!?
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The podcast focuses on cold cases solved through investigative genetic genealogy, exploring the intriguing connection between victims and their killers while probing the motives behind violent crimes. Each episode unfolds a unique narrative, delving into individual stories that reveal the complexities of these cases, framed within the broader context of societal issues and forensic advancements. This exploration not only highlights the technical aspects of genetic genealogy but also addresses the human elements, such as familial relationships and community impacts, making it compelling for true crime enthusiasts who are interested in both the science and the emotional narratives of crime resolution.
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