
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 | Weekly | Episodes | 456 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | True CrimeSociety & Culture | |||

Episode 208 DOE ID: Sadie Belle Murray AKA Sarah Sharkey
In July 1971, a living Jane Doe was found beaten and unconscious on a rural dirt road in Howard County, MD. The woman lingered for nearly two months before succumbing to her injuries, but was... more
Introducing The Consult: Real FBI Profilers — The Tylenol Murders
In the fall of 1982, seven people in the Chicago area died after taking Extra-Strength Tylenol capsules that had been deliberately laced with cyanide. The poisonings triggered a nat... more
Episode 207 Patricia 'Patsy' Barnes Part 2 of 2
This is part 2 of the Patricia 'Patsy' Barnes case. If you have not yet listened to part 1, please stop now, and go back and listen to that part first.
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Episode 207 Patricia 'Patsy' Barnes Part 1 of 2
In the summer of 1995, Patricia “Patsy” Barnes was a fixture in the Seattle, WA transient community. Patsy never met a stranger, and when she disappeared, police had a lot of work to do to try to figu... more
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i love the podcast. love the style of storytelling and how respectful and careful jessica bettencourt works.
I really love the the way you case files and others like Canadian true crime clinically give the case. It helps me relax my head/sleep or even drive . I know a lot of people want opinions. That isn’t me. I genuinely am looking for no extra fluff or laughing or emotions. I say this to say please keep making them. I like the extra details it helps me sleeps. You could slightly go a bit more slow a bit more hypnotic and smooth with your voice. It would make you seem more professional. That all sai... more
Excellent podcast voice and she never misses a beat. Well researched cases are informative and interesting.
I love the clinical details but I hate the clinical delivery. A little more story telling flair is needed
Was good, but only releasing replays now.
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A deep-dive true crime show focusing on cold cases solved through investigative genetic genealogy, with emphasis on the relationship between victims and perpetrators and why crimes occurred. Each episode traces the investigative arc—from early forensics and traditional policing to modern DNA-based breakthroughs—often featuring law enforcement, forensic scientists, journalists, and family members. The program is notable for its accessible explanations of genetic genealogy tools and their limits, the human impact of long-unsolved cases, and collaboration between public agencies and private labs. Potential listeners include true crime enthusiasts, science-curious audiences, and professionals in investigations or media seeking rigorous, evidenc... more
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