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The Consult: Real FBI Profilers

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FBI Behavioral Analysis Unit
True Crime
Victimology
FBI
Ellen Greenberg
Zodiac Killer
Murder
Bryan Kohberger
Theresa Corley
Behavioral Analysis
Scott Macklem
Homicide
Elizabeth Short
West Memphis Three
Sexual Assault
Karina Holmer
Liz Barraza
FBI Profiling
Hae Min Lee
University Of Idaho Murders

The Consult is a true crime podcast that examines behavior exhibited before, during, and after the commission of a criminal act. Consultants are retired FBI profilers who worked the cases.

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Retired FBI Special Agent Kyle Vowinkel joins The Consult to discuss his more than 24-year career with the Bureau. Kyle is one of only five agents in FBI history to have served on both the Hostage Rescue Team and the Crisis Negotiation Unit. He discu... more

On June 9, 2010, Umi Southworth was discovered beneath a box spring in a wooded area behind her Lexington, Kentucky home, the victim of a brutal assault. In the final part of our series, we examine the continued investigation by Lexington Police dete... more

In 2010, Umi Southworth was found brutally assaulted and concealed beneath a box spring in a wooded area behind her Lexington, Kentucky home. In this episode, we continue our examination of the crime scene and discuss Umi’s victimology. Part 2 of 3. more

In 2010, Umi Southworth was found brutally assaulted and concealed beneath a box spring in a wooded area behind her Lexington, Kentucky home. The investigation would become particularly complicated when forensic evidence appeared difficult to reconci... more

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Recent Guests

Jen Bucholtz
Cold case investigator for the American Military Institute's Cold Case Team
American Military Institute's Cold Case Team
Episode: 153. The Unsolved Murder of Debbie Sue Williamson – Part 3
George Jared
Investigative reporter, part of American Military Institute's Cold Case Team
American Military Institute's Cold Case Team
Episode: 153. The Unsolved Murder of Debbie Sue Williamson – Part 3
Dr. Samantha Stein
Forensic psychologist, author of Evil at Our Table
Authored book; experienced with violent sex offender assessments
Episode: 150. Profiling Ghislaine Maxwell – Part 2
Samantha Stein
Forensic psychologist
Independent
Episode: 147. Profiling Jeffrey Epstein – Part 1
Andrew Goldman
Journalist, host of Dead Certain
Dead Certain
Episode: 144. The Murder of Martha Moxley – Part 6
Tad DiBiase
Former federal prosecutor and leading authority on no-body homicide cases
Author of No Body Homicide Cases, A Practical Guide to Investigating, Prosecuting, and Winning Cases When the Victim is Missing
Episode: 135. No-Body Homicides with Tad DiBiase
Jason Blair
Former New York Times reporter and podcast host
Silver Linings Handbook
Episode: 134. Missing Person Ashley Loring HeavyRunner – Part 4
Jayson Blair
Former New York Times reporter and host of the Silver Linings Handbook podcast
Journalism/Media
Episode: 132. Missing Person Ashley Loring HeavyRunner – Part 2
Paige Wilcoxson
Forensic psychologist who worked in the Behavioral Analysis Unit
Behavioral Analysis Unit (FBI)
Episode: 130. Jeffrey Dahmer: A Case Study – Part 3

Hosts

Julia Cowley
Retired FBI agent and profiler; host of The Consult; frequent contributor to The Consult podcast.
Angela Surser
Co-host on The Consult; retired FBI profiler.
Susan Costler-Drew
Colleague on The Consult; retired FBI profiler.
Bob Drew
Colleague on The Consult; retired FBI profiler.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 2.4k ratings
  • Learned so much!

    My favorite part of this podcast is that every time I listen I learn something new. I get a new perspective every episode. I love that I can take the lessons I’ve learned and apply them to my current job as a L.E.O. I approach questions differently and get better results.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mimi G 846
    United States13 days ago
  • Has grown on me

    I look forward to these episodes. I like the profilers, and I like the way that they treat one another - with deference and respect. I learn a lot about the BAU and the cases every time I listen. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Patrice Berry
    Canada18 days ago
  • I look forward to The Consult

    Different perspectives add interest, and I enjoy dissection of cases by people who have skin in the game. The distinct lack of sensationalism is also pleasant change. Ads are fairly minimal and not a problem.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Missenri
    Australiaa month ago
  • Excellent Show

    I really enjoy the show as a real look into profiling. They actually share useful information and their insights can surely help solve cold cases. My one complaint is the sound quality. The editing is excellent. Not one part of the show seems out of place, boring or drawn out . But the microphones are awful. Everyone but Julia sounds like they’re joining in by Zoom. It can be difficult to understand them at times and it gets loud and quiet. Editing my review because the sound quality has vastl... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    princesagordita
    United Statesa month ago
  • Disappointing

    Cowley’s buddy-buddy with the maga-hosted pod. Good to know.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    g7wz09
    United States2 months ago

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Crowd-pleasing mix of psychology and investigative context is well-received.
Guest credibility and soft-sell approach are strong positives.
Evidence-based analysis and step-by-step breakdowns are a key draw.
Listener sentiment highlights the depth of profiling but notes occasional pacing concerns.

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#196
United States/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#226
United Kingdom/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#107
Sweden/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#185
Singapore/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#187
Switzerland/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#219
Ukraine/True Crime

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

139. The Murder of Martha Moxley – Part 1
Q: So what I just want to start out and get a little bit of your background and how you got involved in investigating this case and ultimately creating your podcast.
Andrew Goldman explains his background in magazine journalism, his connection to Robert F. Kennedy, and how he pursued the Michael Skakel story, including his decision to explore original records and interviews to assess the case more deeply.
141. The Murder of Martha Moxley – Part 3
Q: Andrew, what are your thoughts about Furman's book given the access limitations you mentioned?
Furman's conclusions appear limited by a lack of autopsy photos, crime-scene materials, and full access to investigative files, leading to a biased or incomplete portrayal of the case that Andrew argues should be weighed against more comprehensive sources and direct documents.
135. No-Body Homicides with Tad DiBiase
Q: How did you get into the field of no-body homicide investigations, Tad?
I shifted from prosecuting traditional homicide cases to exploring no-body homicide after a case in DC sparked my interest; I began collecting data, publishing a blog, and eventually wrote a practical guide to help investigators and prosecutors handle these cases.
130. Jeffrey Dahmer: A Case Study – Part 3
Q: Anything else?
The group discussed the nuances between behavioral analysis and clinical diagnosis, noting that many clinicians would require stringent legal criteria to label someone a psychopath, while behavioral analysts focus on observable traits and patterns without making formal diagnoses for a case.
130. Jeffrey Dahmer: A Case Study – Part 3
Q: Now I want to get into the psychological evaluation. In your review of The Files, Paige, what was he diagnosed as? What did you agree, disagree with, just generally?
Evaluations varied but most agreed on paraphilic disorders with necrophilia; some noted personality disorder traits, and only one suggested a major mental disease (psychotic disorder). The defense evaluators tended to challenge sanity, while the prosecution and court-appointed evaluators leaned toward sanity at the time of the crimes. Overall, the panel acknowledged a complex mix of diagnoses but did not converge on a single label beyond paraphilias and related traits.

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This show features a panel of former FBI profilers who dissect cases through offender psychology, victim dynamics, and investigative strategy. Episodes routinely blend detailed case timelines with behavioral analysis, often inviting forensic psychologists and investigative journalists to add clinical and contextual depth. A notable strength is the rigorous, evidence-led approach to profiling and a multi-episode format that builds nuanced narratives rather than surface summaries. Listeners can expect thorough, methodical breakdowns that emphasize evidence interpretation, avoiding sensationalism.

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Recent guests on The Consult: Real FBI Profilers include:

1. Jen Bucholtz
2. George Jared
3. Dr. Samantha Stein
4. Samantha Stein
5. Andrew Goldman
6. Tad DiBiase
7. Jason Blair
8. Jayson Blair

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