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Cold Cases

Welcome to Othram aka "America's Crime Lab." Each week, we meet weary detectives and family members working an unsolved case that has wrecked a community and seemingly hit a dead end… until, in a last-ditch effort, the evidence is mailed to Othram.

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In Illinois, a DIY home renovation uncovered a human skull hidden inside a wall. When the case went cold, the remains sat for decades on a museum office shelf, forgotten and unidentified. Years later, a staffer’s rediscovery gave investigators a seco... more

In Atlanta, the brutal rape and double homicide of siblings left detectives with plenty of evidence but no suspect. For years, the case went cold. Then, a violent crime in Michigan revealed new DNA leads that could finally identify the killer, and de... more

Weeks after the violent murders of four University of Idaho students, investigators followed a trail of DNA evidence from Moscow to Pennsylvania. A midnight police stakeout tied a graduate student to the brutal stabbings. Now the question remains: wi... more

When four University of Idaho students were brutally murdered in their Moscow home, investigators faced a nightmare. DNA evidence from the crime scene pointed nowhere, leaving the case cold. Detectives turned to a surviving roommate’s eyewitness acco... more

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Recent Guests

Bill Thompson
Prosecutor for Laetah County
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Episode: New Forensic Details From the Idaho Student Murders - Part 1
Ashley Jennings
Senior Deputy Prosecutor
Laetah County Prosecutor's Office
Episode: New Forensic Details From the Idaho Student Murders - Part 1
Captain Dustin Blaker
Captain of the Moscow Police Department
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Episode: New Forensic Details From the Idaho Student Murders - Part 1
Hunter Chapin
Brother of Ethan Chapin
Episode: New Forensic Details From the Idaho Student Murders - Part 1
Jim Walker
Brother of Carla Walker who has been seeking justice for decades
Episode: Carla Walker, Part 4: A Confession and the Power of DNA Evidence
Detective Jeff Bennett
Detective involved in the investigation of Carla Walker's murder
Fort Worth Police Department
Episode: Carla Walker, Part 4: A Confession and the Power of DNA Evidence
Catherine Fenelosa
Producer
Episode: Carla Walker, Part 3: DNA Evidence Identifies a Suspect
David Middleman
CEO of Othram
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Episode: Carla Walker, Part 3: DNA Evidence Identifies a Suspect
Kristen Middleman
Co-founders of Othram and forensic experts aiding in solving cold cases.
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Episode: The Case of Carla Walker: How DNA Evidence Revived a 46-Year-Old Murder Investigation

Host

Elin Lantz-Lesser
Host of America's Crime Lab

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 4.6k ratings
  • So-so

    I love the idea of an Othram backed podcast with the speed at which they are solving cases with DNA, however, this “True Crime Junkie” banter is eye rolling. Please just tell the facts of the case and how they are solved.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    popculturelite
    United States10 days ago
  • Amazing

    I really enjoyed this podcast. It’s a must listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Debby1965
    United States13 days ago
  • Good Podcast but…

    I like the idea of this podcast but I agree with the other reviews about the hosts interjections of ‘totally’, ‘oh no’ and other comments. It’s completely pointless and just unnecessary. Especially with the recent episodes of the Idaho case. Don’t say ‘oh no’ like we don’t already know what happened. It really takes the listener out of the moment.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Ronster200095
    United States15 days ago
  • Fascinated to listen to this, especially as it kicks off with Carla Walker as I have followed this case for many years from back when it was a real cold case. So it is so interesting to learn if what they're doing and the cases they can, will and do solve

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Lynda
    15 days ago
  • Could do without the scripted conversation

    Great podcast! Great information. I think that it would be better without the scripted conversations of the producer and the hosts. Maybe just let the officers that worked on the case tell their first person account.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    JayJizal
    United States20 days ago

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Listeners praise the engaging storytelling and the emphasis on unresolved cases, noting how the emotional narratives connect to broader societal themes of justice.
The series is described as insightful and respectful, effectively addressing sensitive topics surrounding cold cases.

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Apple Podcasts
#128
United States/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#75
United Kingdom/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#135
Canada/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#143
France/True Crime
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#180
Australia/True Crime
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#55
Russia/True Crime

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Q: Did Glenn Samuel McCurley have any sons?
Yes, Glenn Samuel McCurley had three sons.

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Exploring the depths of true crime, the episodes comprise an emotionally charged narrative focused on unsolved cases, particularly those involving cold cases that have impacted families and communities. With an emphasis on utilizing advanced DNA technology, the series underscores the relentless efforts of detectives and family members in the pursuit of justice, often revealing the painful history behind each narrative, as they work with Othram to find new leads. Each episode intertwines investigative storytelling with poignant reflections, making it a compelling listen for those interested in crime, justice, and the human stories that accompany unresolved tragedies.

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1. Bill Thompson
2. Ashley Jennings
3. Captain Dustin Blaker
4. Hunter Chapin
5. Jim Walker
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7. Catherine Fenelosa
8. David Middleman

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