Forensic Science
Discover key takeaways from 24 podcast episodes about this topic.

The yogurt shop murders DNA evidence that overturned the convictions of 4 men wrongfully accused
Thirty years after the brutal 1991 'I Can't Believe It's Yogurt!' shop murders of four teenage girls in Austin, DNA evidence finally exonerated two men wrongfully convicted based on coerced confessions, leaving the true killers still at large.

SAVANNAH GUTHRIE'S MOM MISSING: DAY 25
On day 25 of Nancy Guthrie's disappearance, experts dissect the abduction, from critical DNA and digital evidence to the psychological profile of the perpetrator and the ongoing citizen search efforts.

SAVANNAH GUTHRIE'S MOM MISSING: DAY 24
Savannah Guthrie's family offers a $1 million reward for her missing mother, Nancy Guthrie, as new evidence emerges from door cam footage and a 911 call, while DNA analysis and volunteer searches continue.

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.

SAVANNAH GUTHRIE'S MOM MISSING: DAY 23
New evidence in the Nancy Guthrie missing person case suggests an accomplice, a walkie-talkie, and a Lululemon-clad suspect, while a 'shambolic' crime scene and mixed DNA complicate the investigation.

Blood at Nancy Guthrie’s House Tells Chilling Story: Expert
Forensic expert Joseph Scott Morgan analyzes blood evidence from Nancy Guthrie's home, revealing critical details about her injury and the investigative challenges posed by mishandled crime scenes and advanced DNA techniques.

SAVANNAH GUTHRIE'S MOM MISSING: DAY 20
Experts on Nancy Grace's 'Crime Stories' dissect the ongoing disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, focusing on strong evidence for an accomplice, the debunked cartel theory, and critical missteps by Sheriff Nanos.

El MUERTO que se LEVANTÓ | Relatos Macabros de Embalsamadores
Experienced embalmers and forensic specialists recount chilling encounters with the deceased, blurring the lines between science and the supernatural in the morgue.

Bombshell DNA Found? Burglary Gone Wrong? | Nancy Guthrie Missing Day 15
New DNA evidence from a glove matching surveillance footage emerges in the Nancy Guthrie disappearance, alongside conflicting reports on whether it was a 'burglary gone wrong' and the use of advanced signal sniffers for her pacemaker.

New DNA in Nancy Guthrie investigation - Savannah Guthrie asks abductor to “do the right thing”
New DNA evidence from inside Nancy Guthrie's home and on a glove found nearby has intensified the search for her abductor, while internal strife and inexperience within the Pima County Sheriff's Office raise concerns about the investigation's handling.

Detectives find key evidence after man said he shot his wife by accident | 48 Hours Full Episode
A husband's claim of an accidental shooting in 2013 unravels nearly a decade later after a cold case review uncovers critical, previously unexamined audio and forensic evidence, exposing a history of domestic violence and a calculated cover-up.

Hired Help? Mystery Perp? Nancy Guthrie Search Blows Wide Open | Nancy Guthrie Missing Day 14
On day 14 of Nancy Guthrie's disappearance, host Ashleigh Banfield and former FBI Special Agent Maureen O'Connell dissect new federal warrants, the use of a 'signal sniffer' for a pacemaker, and the perplexing details of the crime scene.

SAVANNAH GUTHRIE'S MOM MISSING: DAY 13
On day 13 of Nancy Guthrie's disappearance, a third ransom email demands Bitcoin, while Sheriff Nanos faces scrutiny for his handling of DNA evidence and conflicting statements regarding the investigation.

SAVANNAH GUTHRIE'S MOM MISSING: DAY 12
On day 12 of Nancy Guthrie's disappearance, investigators make urgent public pleas for surveillance footage, analyze new video of a man with two backpacks, and examine recently discovered gloves, while experts discuss the forensic implications of a tent at her home and the FBI's data recovery efforts.

SAVANNAH GUTHRIE'S MOM MISSING: DAY 11
On day 11 of Nancy Guthrie's disappearance, the FBI conducts extensive roadside searches for discarded evidence, while a new Bitcoin ransom demand emerges, and experts analyze the suspect's unique 'movement DNA' and clothing for critical clues.

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.

HELLFIRE: MONIQUE TEPE, HUSBAND, SHOT 16 TIMES, HIT FACE, CHEEK, THROAT
Dr. Michael McKe, a vascular surgeon and ex-husband of Mo'Nique Tepee, allegedly murdered Mo'Nique and her husband Spencer by firing 16 bullets into them as they slept, with their children in an adjacent room.

BREAKING: Stepbrother of Teen Killed on Cruise Ship Appears in Court
The stepbrother of Anna Keaptainner, an 18-year-old found dead on a Carnival cruise ship, appeared in federal court, revealing critical details about the family's actions and the ongoing homicide investigation.

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.

PLEA DEAL? D4VD "COOKED" ARREST IN DEATH OF CELESTE, 13
The arrest of D4VD's close friend, Neo Langston, as a material witness in the death of 13-year-old Celeste Rivas, sparks intense debate over a potential immunity deal and reveals critical new evidence, including a last known photo and a suspected timeline of her death.

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.

Terrified Witnesses | 48 Hours Full Episodes
This episode compiles four harrowing true crime stories, exposing the complexities of investigation, manipulation, and the enduring impact on victims and their families as justice is sought, delayed, or overturned.

Melissa Rocuba's Final Moments | Full Episode
A daughter's lingering doubts and a cold case review of overlooked surveillance footage expose a husband's fabricated accident as a calculated murder, years after his wife's death.

VA v. Brendan Banfield Day 3 & 4 | The Prosecution Rests - Crime Scene & Blood Pattern Expert
The Banfield murder trial's days three and four reveal critical blood evidence, a chaotic expert testimony, and a surprising medical detail about the victim that challenges the defense's narrative.