Cold Cases
Discover key takeaways from 24 podcast episodes about this topic.
Renowned DNA expert: Investigators should return to Nancy Guthrie’s house, new tech could solve case
A renowned DNA expert reveals how cutting-edge forensic technology and a re-examination of the crime scene could still solve the high-profile disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, despite complex DNA evidence.
New ransom note claims to know where Nancy Guthrie is — but is it real? Day 65 in the search
A new ransom note surfaces on the day Savannah Guthrie returns to work, raising questions about its authenticity and the ongoing, politically fraught investigation into Nancy Guthrie's disappearance.
True-crime cases with recent developments | 48 Hours Full Episodes
This episode reconstructs four complex true-crime cases, detailing the harrowing searches for missing persons, the challenges of prosecuting murders without bodies, and the enduring quest for justice in cold cases spanning decades.
BODY FOUND OFF US 60 ID'ED AS MISSING GIRL EMILY, 14
The brutal murder and dismemberment of 14-year-old Emily Pike, an Apache teen, exposes severe systemic failures in law enforcement, tribal jurisdiction, and victim protection, leaving her family without justice and raising urgent questions about missing Indigenous women.
The Ultimate Sicko Predator | Jeffrey Willis & His “Toolbox of T0rture”
This episode reconstructs the chilling multi-year investigation that linked the disappearance of Jessica Herringa, the murder of Rebecca Bletch, and the attempted kidnapping of Madison Nygard to a single predator, Jeffrey Willis, whose 'toolbox of torture' and digital evidence ultimately exposed his heinous crimes.
Nancy Guthrie Mystery: Will They Ever Find Her... Or Catch the Person Who Took Her?
An in-depth analysis of the Nancy Guthrie disappearance reveals internal police department frustrations, command-level missteps, and the painstaking 'grind phase' of a complex investigation.
Nancy Guthrie Mystery: An Ominous Milestone & Everything We Know | Day 47
On the 47th day of Nancy Guthrie's disappearance, the host provides a comprehensive recap, highlighting the investigation's stalled progress, contradictory official statements, and critical missed opportunities.
The Truth About the Guthrie Case: Will They Ever Solve This Vexing Case?
Veteran crime reporter Ashleigh Banfield and retired homicide detective Chris Mcdana dissect the numerous alleged missteps and communication failures by law enforcement in the baffling disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
Unabomber Look Back, Karen Read Trial, Zodiac Killer Deep Dive - Megyn's "True Crime" Mega-Episode
This mega-episode dissects three infamous American true crime cases—the Unabomber, the Karen Read trial, and the Zodiac Killer—offering deep dives into their complex investigations, legal controversies, and enduring mysteries.
Bad Premonitions | 48 Hours Full Episodes
This episode reconstructs three harrowing true crime cases where victims' loved ones experienced chilling premonitions, revealing patterns of manipulation, betrayal, and the relentless pursuit of justice against perpetrators who often hide in plain sight.
Why is Sheriff not accepting help in Nancy Guthrie search? Exclusive details on Cajun Navy proposal
The search for Nancy Guthrie enters day 32 with a critical DNA dead end, a refocused FBI-Sheriff task force, and the Pima County Sheriff's controversial refusal of advanced search assistance from the United Cajun Navy.
Mystery Kidnapper Exposed: The DNA Trail That Could Crack the Nancy Guthrie Case
This episode details the intensive 'shoe leather' detective work and advanced DNA techniques required to solve cold cases and current abductions like Nancy Guthrie's, revealing the complex process beyond a simple database match.
BYU coed murder took 25 years to solve...
A 1974 murder of a BYU student goes cold for 25 years, only to be solved by new DNA technology that unmasks a shocking perpetrator: her trusted best friend.
Cult Leader’s Daughter Exposes Torture and Murder in Florida Church
The daughter of a charismatic cult leader, Anna Young, exposes her mother's decades-long reign of terror, revealing a hidden history of child torture, murder, and manipulation within the 'House of Prayer' in Florida.
Are Police Keeping Evidence They Shouldn't? | Nancy Guthrie Missing Day 27
As the Nancy Guthrie disappearance approaches the one-month mark with few public leads, an expert homicide detective dissects police communication, advanced video analysis, and the critical implications of an impounded family car.
The Suspicious Death of Christian Andreacchio | Full Episode
A 21-year-old's death, initially ruled a suicide, becomes the center of a family's relentless fight for justice, uncovering a bungled investigation, conflicting evidence, and accusations of murder.
DNA Bombshell in Abduction of Savannah Guthrie’s Mom
Investigators in the abduction of Nancy Guthrie are leveraging advanced genetic genealogy and a 'signal sniffer' for her pacemaker, while a mysterious Adult Protective Services card found at her home raises new questions about potential elder exploitation.
Murders Defined | 48 Hours Full Episodes
This episode reconstructs three distinct murder investigations, revealing how hidden motives, forensic breakthroughs, and dedicated family members ultimately brought justice in cases ranging from revenge killings by a disgruntled doctor to a beauty queen's overdose orchestrated by her physician boyfriend.
Dark Secrets, Hidden Bunkers, & Lots of Shady Details | Samantha Sperry
The disappearance of Samantha Sperry in rural Kentucky unravels a complex web of conflicting stories, police bias, and a hidden underground bunker, leaving her family to fight for answers against a backdrop of local corruption and suspected foul play.
Janet's Secret | Full Episode
A 1979 cold case murder of 23-year-old Janet Walsh is finally solved decades later through advanced DNA forensics, leading to the conviction of a former lover despite conflicting evidence interpretations.
Doug Jones Talks "Bending Toward Justice" and the 1963 Birmingham Church Bombing #RolandsBookClub
Senator Doug Jones, former US Attorney, details the complex prosecution of the 1963 Birmingham church bombing, framing it as an act of domestic terrorism and connecting historical injustices to contemporary political and social challenges.
Doug Jones Talks "Bending Toward Justice" and the 1963 Birmingham Church Bombing #RolandsBookClub
Senator Doug Jones, former prosecutor of the 1963 Birmingham church bombing, details the legal and societal challenges of bringing justice to historical acts of domestic terrorism and the ongoing fight for civil rights.
Worse than BTK and Ted Bundy - Colorado serial killer victim count rises even after his death
Decades after his death, Colorado's most prolific serial killer, Vincent Groves, is still being linked to new victims through advanced DNA technology, highlighting the enduring pursuit of justice in cold cases.
ZODIAC SERIAL KILLER CASE CRACKED? LINKED TO DISMEMBERED ACTRESS?
An investigative consultant claims to have cracked the Zodiac Killer's identity and linked him to the infamous Black Dahlia murder using AI, code-breaking, and extensive circumstantial evidence.