
Not all stories have happy endings... A weekly true crime podcast with a forensic twist. Each episode features real stories highlighting how forensic science was used. From fingerprinting to criminal profiling to familial DNA, we have every investigative angle covered.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 340 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CultureTrue Crime | |||

#329 - In July of 2015, thousands of people gathered along the river for a weekend of music, camping, and wakeboarding. The annual event known as WakeFest was supposed to be a carefree summer getaway, a place where friends could relax, drink, and enj... more
#328 - When police in Oklahoma got a call from a woman saying a man wearing only gloves and a pair of underwear broke into her house, killed her boyfriend, and tortured her for hours, it seemed almost too far-fetched to be true. But as detectives com... more
The verdict is in.
In this special episode of Forensic Tales, we take a closer look at the trial of Gerhardt Konig, the Hawaii doctor accused of violently attacking his wife during a hike earlier this year.
Prosecutors argued that the assault was d... more
#327 - For years, prosecutors across the United States relied on a diagnosis known as Shaken Baby Syndrome to explain the sudden deaths of infants and toddlers. In many cases, that diagnosis became the foundation for criminal convictions.
But over t... more
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What in the world happened to your voice? I listened to some older cases vs new ones and the voice change is cringe. Your cases are phenomenal but the voice is like nails on a chalkboard. It’s gotten shakier and so much more nasally than before.
I love this podcast so much. Courtney is an amazing host. She is victim focused, and you can tell she puts a lot of time into her work. This has become one of my favorites!!
Previously, the host read every episode with the most grating monotone that only varied when she went up at the end of every single sentence. For someone with a Masters, it’s shocking how many words are used incorrectly or mispronounced. Errors in the script are just left in the final edit, no care taken at all.
Now, she’s clearly read all the reviews about her voice and performance issues and has replaced her own reading with an AI simulation. Who knew that could be worse?
Not sensational, respectful.
I have been listening to this podcast since its inception, and initially really appreciated its coverage of lesser known crimes, as many podcasts will cover the same sensationalized cases. For a time, I was even a Patreon/paid subscriber. Unfortunately, over time, I've found that every single episode features some sort of misinformation; whether it be regarding the legal aspects of a case or about the victim. These are both CRITICAL when it comes to covering these sensitive matters. Additionally... more
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A weekly true crime series with a strong forensic emphasis, delivering case-by-case deep dives into how scientific techniques—from DNA analysis to forensic pathology and criminal profiling—inform investigations and legal proceedings. Each episode tends to thread together case chronology, autopsy or evidence details, and courtroom developments, often highlighting how interrogation tactics, trauma testimony, and forensic conclusions shape outcomes. The show often engages with high-profile cases and ongoing legal twists, offering listeners a narrative that prioritizes evidence-based storytelling and the evolving role of forensics in justice. Notable strengths include thorough research and a clear throughline on forensic methodology, while some... more
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