Forensic Science
Discover key takeaways from 24 podcast episodes about this topic.
Golden State Killer, Crypto Convict, Genetic Genealogy - Megyn's "True Crime" Mega-Episode
Genetic genealogist CeCe Moore details how advanced DNA analysis, from tracing distant relatives to predicting physical traits, is revolutionizing cold case investigations and making it virtually impossible for serial killers to evade capture.
Con Artists | 48 Hours Full Episodes
Uncover three chilling true crime cases where husbands become the prime suspects in the mysterious deaths of their wives, revealing patterns of deception, financial motives, and conflicting narratives that challenge initial claims of accident or suicide.
LAST KNOWN FOOTAGE OF NANCY GUTHRIE REVEAL PERP ID?
New footage from an Uber driver and a detailed route map provided by Nancy Guthrie's daughter offer fresh leads in the disappearance of the 84-year-old, highlighting critical missteps in the initial investigation.
Dark Cases: Toxic Lady, The Cecil Hotel, Farmhouse Murders
Explore three chilling true crime mysteries: the brutal, unsolved Hinterkaifeck farmhouse murders, the baffling 'Toxic Lady' incident that incapacitated an ER, and the perplexing death of Elisa Lam at the infamous Cecil Hotel.
The Killing of Theresa Fusco | Full Episode
Decades after a teenage girl's brutal murder and the wrongful conviction of three men, advanced DNA technology finally unmasks the true killer, exposing systemic flaws and the enduring quest for justice.
Decades of Deceit | Full Episode
A dedicated, unconventional detective cracks a 22-year-old cold case murder using a forgotten palm print and a Facebook page, bringing justice to a family haunted by loss.
DNA Exposes Ex-Con Who Invaded Elderly Couple's Home
An ex-convict, Robert Connor, was identified through DNA and surveillance footage as the perpetrator of a violent home invasion against an elderly couple, despite his persistent denial during interrogation.
Cold Case Killer Cries After DNA Exposes His Murder
A 22-year-old cold case murder of Leslie Prier is finally solved through forensic genetic genealogy, revealing her daughter's ex-boyfriend, Eugene Glagor, as the killer, who had been hiding in plain sight.
Terrifying Events | "48 Hours" Full Episodes
Explore three chilling true crime cases, including the Son of Sam murders, a suspicious scuba diving death, and a brutal bathtub murder, revealing the complex investigations and psychological depths of the accused.
How Police Captured Florida's Longest Active Serial Killer
Follow Detective Matt Pitcher's meticulous investigation as he uncovers clues, navigates false leads, and ultimately apprehends Steven Matthew Wolf, one of Florida's longest active serial killers, for the brutal murder of Michelle.
NANCY GUTHRIE SEARCH AT CHILLING TURNING POINT
The search for Nancy Guthrie reaches a chilling turning point as FBI confirms DNA extraction from a rootless hair, while the investigation grapples with leadership distractions and complex forensic challenges.
He gave his lawyer $10K to solve his own murder
A successful dentist, convinced he would be murdered, paid his lawyer $10,000 to investigate his death, only for his killer to be a trusted state trooper.
CELESTE, 13, AUTOPSY: SKELETONIZED, MISSING LEFT EYE, D4VD WHINES
A 13-year-old girl, Celeste Rivas, was found partially skeletonized with a missing left eye, traces of meth and MDMA, and fatal stab wounds, while the accused musician David Anthony Burke (D4VD) complains about jail conditions.
MUSIC STAR D4VD THROWN IN SEGREGATION, NEW JAIL, AFTER GRISLY MURDER OF CELESTE, 13
Music star D4VD, aka David Anthony Burke, faces murder and dismemberment charges for 13-year-old Celeste Rivas, with prosecutors alleging the motive was to protect his burgeoning music career from exposure of their sexual relationship.
House of Secrets | Full Episode
An anesthesiologist's wife dies mysteriously from carbon monoxide poisoning, leading to a murder investigation fueled by family suspicion, cryptic journals, and a controversial theory of how the gas was delivered.
How FBI is using Nancy Guthrie suspect profile, and why they are not sending bitcoin - day 79
Retired FBI agent Steve Moore breaks down the FBI's strategic silence on the Nancy Guthrie kidnapping, revealing why they aren't engaging with the Bitcoin ransom account and how profiler insights are guiding a complex investigation focused on a known, overconfident perpetrator.
Police thought the murders were a Mafia hit
A double murder initially suspected as a mafia hit due to the victims' construction business ties unravels into a shocking tale of betrayal and obsessive love, orchestrated by a seemingly innocent neighbor.
JonBenét Ramsey's Father, "Dopesick," and "Family Annihilators" - Megyn's "True Crime" Mega-Episode
John Ramsey, father of JonBenét Ramsey, details the harrowing discovery of his daughter's murder, the immediate and sustained incompetence of the Boulder Police Department, and the ongoing fight to apply modern DNA forensics to solve the 26-year-old cold case.
Prime Crime: Teen Brothers Found Murdered Behind Abandoned House
A seemingly isolated murder of a 40-year-old man unravels into a brutal triple homicide involving two teenage brothers, revealing a chilling tale of manipulation, betrayal, and a desperate attempt to silence witnesses.
Nancy Guthrie, DNA Bombshell, D4VD Arrest For Murder 1
This episode details critical advancements in two high-profile criminal cases: new DNA evidence in Nancy Guthrie's disappearance and the arrest of platinum artist D4VD for the murder and dismemberment of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez.
Kimberly Langwell's Hidden Grave | Full Episode
After 25 years, the disappearance of Kim Langwell is solved when her ex-boyfriend's friend confesses, leading investigators to her hidden grave beneath a bedroom floor and a murder conviction.
Retracing Lynette & Brian Hooker’s Last Night Together, Step by Step | Lynette Hooker Missing
Ashleigh Banfield retraces the last known movements of Lynette and Brian Hooker in the Bahamas, uncovering critical discrepancies in Brian's account of Lynette's disappearance and the ongoing search efforts.
What the Neighbors Saw | Full Episode + Post Mortem
A human skull found by a dog in rural Wisconsin unravels a seven-year-old murder mystery, revealing a son's confession to killing his abusive father and the shocking complicity of his mother and neighbors.
FULL Deep Dive Into Bryan Kohberger and the Idaho College Murders - Megyn's True Crime Mega-Episode
This mega-episode reconstructs the horrific Idaho college murders, detailing the victims' lives, the meticulous investigation that led to Bryan Kohberger's arrest, his disturbing psychological profile, and the complex legal challenges facing both prosecution and defense.