A 'Monster of the Week' actual play podcast detailing the exploits and mysteries explored by agents of Thorne Investigations, a paranormal investigations agency, with our first season set in 1952 and our second season set in 1965. The podcast is a character-driven tale filled with psychological horrors and terrifying monsters both of the old world and the new. For fans of horror and RPGs (and the shenanigans that come along with them). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Work a cold case alongside investigator Sheryl “Mac” McCollum, Director of the Cold Case Investigative Research Institute. Every week, Sheryl dives into her cold case files alongside accomplished guests to look for clues into unsolved murders, missing people, and more. This ain’t just a podcast but a war room. Sheryl opens her cold case files, her heart and her little black book! You will quickly realize Zone 7 is not a place but a lifestyle!
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With the death of one of the team on their minds and the potential threat to an innocent looming - our investigators have to act fast. With a few familiar faces (both good and bad) cropping up, will this new mystery be too much for Thorne? Themes and Topics Covered: Mental Health Multiple Murders Dismemberment Fear/Dread Hosted on Acast. See acast.…
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Justice Without a Trial: The Kohberger Plea Deal
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35:12Joseph L. Giacalone is a retired NYPD sergeant, criminal justice educator, and nationally recognized expert in policing and investigations. With over 20 years on the job, he now teaches criminal investigations and appears regularly in the media to weigh in on high-profile cases. He’s also the author of two widely used textbooks. Connect with Joseph…
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The Outlaw Queen: Kathryn Thorne and the Making of Machine Gun Kelly
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41:23Chris Enss is a New York Times bestselling author, historian, and private investigator known for her extensive work chronicling the lives of women in the American West. With more than 20 books to her name, she specializes in uncovering the truth behind legends—whether lawmen, gunslingers, or the women often written out of the narrative. Her latest …
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Karen Read Retrial | Panel Unpacks the Case That Shattered Public Trust
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36:41In this episode of Zone 7, Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum, brings together a powerhouse panel including Susan Hendricks, Joshua Schiffer, Dani after Dark, and Kirk Nurmi to break down the second trial of Karen Read, and it’s more than just a courtroom drama. They unpack how the defense pivoted from conspiracy to collision, why the prosec…
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Crime Round Up with Nancy Grace: 6.13.25 | Who Tells the Story of the Victims?
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28:28Today Nancy Grace and Sheryl McCollum get personal, powerful, and just a little bit poetic. From a town mourning its unlikely mascot to Nancy’s candid reflections on personal tragedy, the conversation explores how loss, both individual and shared, shapes the pursuit of justice. They examine the impact of victim-centered storytelling, particularly i…
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In this interlude between mysteries, our investigators take some time to reflect and recuperate. However, a malevolent force that has been lurking in the shadows has different plans. Themes and Topics: Loss of a parent Drinking Murder Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Tennessee Ambush: The Death of Pauline Pusser
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41:39In this episode of Zone 7, crime scene investigator Sheryl McCollum sits down with Danny Cupples, a decorated death investigator and Southern crime-fighting legend, to examine one of Tennessee’s most haunting cases. They retrace the exact path Sheriff Buford Pusser took that night, analyzing every detail with fresh eyes and modern forensics. They e…
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CRU with Nancy Grace: 6.6.25 | Is Diddy Controlling the Courtroom?
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38:55Today, Nancy Grace and Sheryl McCollum break down the jaw-dropping courtroom antics in Diddy’s case—think nodding at jurors and asking sketch artists to “soften” his look. Is he playing the jury or just playing himself? They dive deep into RICO charges, witness intimidation, and public perception, all while pulling back the curtain on what really h…
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A recap of our first mystery - detailing as much of the chaos as possible. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Lauren Conlin Reports from the Diddy Trial as of May 30th, 2025
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42:19In this episode of Zone 7, Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum, is joined by pop culture journalist Lauren Conlin, who has been reporting live from the courtroom in the federal investigation into Sean “Diddy” Combs. Lauren brings the latest from the court room as of May 30th, 2025. Sheryl and Lauren unpack incredible testimonies from Cassie V…
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The first of our mysteries for our second season comes to a close. Will our investigators manage to vanquish the beast without losing any more lives? Topics and Themes: Murder Arson Body Horror Animal Death (Rats) Loss of Parental Figure Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Why Bonnie and Clyde Still Aren’t Buried Together | Bonnie's Niece Fights to Fulfill Their Final Wish
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50:41Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow were a famous American criminal couple who were part of a gang active in the 1930s. They were known for their bank robberies and murders, and their exploits captured the attention of the public during the Great Depression. They were killed in an ambush by police in 1934. Guest Bio and Links: Rhea Leen Linder is the ni…
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5.23.25 CRU with Nancy Grace: Diddy Extortion Claims, Kid Cudi Bombing, and Kohberger Developments Cause Trial Delay
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28:24Nancy Grace and Sheryl McCollum tackle the latest in the Diddy and Kohberger cases that are dominating crime news. They confront the haunting question posed to survivors: “Why won’t you just leave?” Nancy uses her experience prosecuting domestic violence cases to explain the grim calculus that keeps victims trapped, especially when their abuser hol…
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Justice Off the Rails: Inside the Karen Read Retrial
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35:20In this episode of Zone 7, Crime Scene Investigator Sheryl McCollum welcomes back Susan Hendricks and Joe Giacalone to break down the second trial of Karen Read— and y’all, it’s a mess. They explain how John O’Keefe deserved better, pointing to sloppy police work, mishandled evidence, and a justice system in disrepair. They examine courtroom testim…
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Tracking the Global Wildlife Smuggling Trade with Ed Newcomer
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1:04:42A Special Agent with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service for over 20 years, Ed worked in Los Angeles and a variety of international posts before retiring in 2022. During his career, he conducted many high-profile international wildlife trafficking investigations involving every continent, including Antarctica, and is known for bringing down some of …
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5.16.25 CRU with Nancy Grace: Cassie Ventura’s Video Is Legal Gold
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21:53Today Nancy Grace and Sheryl McCollum dissect the incredible testimony of Cassie Ventura in the case of Sean Diddy Combs. The duo take listeners inside the courtroom, explaining how victim testimony works and why it’s so hard for prosecutors to prove abuse - especially when power, money, and influence are at play. Sheryl explains why Cassie Ventura…
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Separated at a pivotal moment of the mystery, our investigators will need to act fast if they want to save anyone else from the horrors taking root in the Clawsden Highrises. Themes and Topics Covered: Death Threats of Violence/Death Arson Organised Crime Missing Children Musophobia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Two Miracles: The Night Jane Boroski Survived
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46:23The Connecticut River Valley serial killer is believed to be responsible for a string of brutal murders that occurred between 1978 and 1988 across the wooded border region of New Hampshire and Vermont. The killer targeted at least seven women, many of whom were young and found stabbed to death in remote areas. Guest Bio and Links: Jane Boroski Co-O…
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5.9.25 CRU with Nancy Grace: Can Justice Survive Celebrity? Inside the Diddy Trial
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23:29Nancy Grace and Sheryl McCollum dissect the legal complexities and cultural reverberations of the Sean "Diddy" Combs case. They discuss how media narratives, witness credibility, and the magnetic pull of celebrity can influence a jury’s perception—regardless of the facts. They unpack how victim stories are often distorted or dismissed and explore t…
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From Junkie to Judge: The Unlikely Path to the Bench
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31:16Guest Bio and Links: Mary Beth O'Connor is a federal administrative law judge and the author of "From Junkie to Judge." She is a writer, speaker, trainer, and recovery advocate. Mary Beth’s journey from addiction to the bench is a powerful story of resilience and triumph over trauma. Listeners can learn more about Mary Beth O’Connor at her website,…
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5.02.25 CRU with Nancy Grace: Stabbed 20 Times: Ellen Greenberg’s Case, a Changed Ruling, and Sean Combs Rejected Plea
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31:01Podcast Title: 5.02.25 CRU with Nancy Grace: Stabbed 20 Times: Ellen Greenberg’s Case, a Changed Ruling, and Sean Combs Rejected Plea Today, Nancy Grace and Sheryl McCollum expose what they call one of the most disturbing miscarriages of justice in recent memory. Nancy details the tragic case of Ellen Greenberg, a young teacher found with 20 stab w…
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Our investigators find themselves embroiled in violence as tensions rise before an ally finds themselves caught in a devastating trap. Themes and Topics Covered: Gun Violence Death Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Vigilante Sheriff: Inside Victor Hill’s Fall and Rise
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49:21Guest Bio and Links: Victor Hill is the former Sheriff of Clayton County, Georgia, known for his tough-on-crime policies and bold leadership style. Despite facing multiple legal challenges, Hill remains a vocal critic of politicized justice and a passionate advocate for reform within the criminal justice system. He is the author of The Vigilante Sh…
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4.25.25 CRU with Nancy Grace: What Happened to Ellen? An American Miscarriage of Justice
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22:11Today, Nancy Grace and Sheryl McCollum discuss the tragic death of Ellen Greenberg, a first-grade teacher whose death was ruled a suicide despite evidence pointing to murder. Grace breaks down major red flags, including troubling forensic details and mistakes made by Philadelphia police. The duo also discuss the Bryan Kohberger case, where the defe…
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How One Search Rewrote the Role of a Coroner: With Guest Karla Deese
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43:39Guest Bio and Links: Karla Knight Deese is the elected coroner of Lancaster County, SC, and founder of the first-ever Mounted Response Unit within a coroner’s office. A certified medicolegal death investigator and educator, she’s changed laws, pioneered team-based approaches, and turned rescue horses into federally protected deputies. Karla has pro…
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4.18.25 CRU with Nancy Grace: FSU Shooting | The Questions You Need To Be Asking
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22:09Today Nancy Grace and Sheryl McCollum discuss the recent mass shooting at Florida State University, digging into the motive, the method, and the impact. They dissect the systemic failures, the overlooked warning signs, and the questions you should be asking. Show Notes: (0:00) Welcome! Nancy and Sheryl introduce this week’s crime roundup (0:10) She…
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Part 3 - The Anatomy of a Serial Killer: Redemption, Regret, and the Cop Who Listened
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41:41This is a three-part podcast series dedicated to understanding how serial killers form, and how we can stop them before they strike again. Hosted by award-winning crime scene investigator Sheryl McCollum, each episode features a guest expert who brings unique expertise into the psychology, behavior, and patterns of serial offenders. Guest Bio and L…
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4.11.25 CRU with Nancy Grace: Will Rex Heuermann’s House Be Demolished? Inside Lori Vallow’s Legal Gamble
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27:48On this episode of "Zone 7," Nancy Grace and Sheryl McCollum discuss the latest developments in the Rex Heuermann and Lori Vallow cases. Sheryl checks in live from the Hamptons, describing the quiet tension in a neighborhood trying to move on. She talks about Rex Heuermann’s house, now partially hidden as the family packs up and prepares to leave. …
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Our investigators find themselves in a particularly sticky situation. Will they manage to escape without making their whole situation worse? Themes and Topics Covered: Musophobia Organised Crime Threats Violence Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Part 2 - The Anatomy of a Serial Killer: Inside Aeman Presley’s Hunt
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30:10This is a three-part podcast series dedicated to understanding how serial killers form, and how we can stop them before they strike again. Hosted by award-winning crime scene investigator Sheryl McCollum, each episode features a guest expert who brings unique expertise into the psychology, behavior, and patterns of serial offenders. Guest Bio and L…
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4.4.25 CRU with Nancy Grace: Four Days of Hell | The Last Days of 16-Year-Old Miranda Corsette
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19:05Florida teen kidnapped and possibly dismembered after meeting man from social media. Miranda Corsette, 16, was lured through a social media app to meet 35-year-old Steven Gress. If you know anything about this case please call the tipline: ST. PETERSBURG POLICE DEPARTMENT (727) 893-7780 or Text: Send “SPPD” to TIP411 Nancy Grace and Sheryl McCollum…
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Part 1 - The Anatomy of a Serial Killer: Psychology, Profiling, Prevention
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27:56This is a three-part podcast series dedicated to understanding how serial killers form, and how we can stop them before they strike again. Hosted by award-winning crime scene investigator Sheryl McCollum, each episode features a guest expert who brings unique expertise into the psychology, behavior, and patterns of serial offenders. In this episode…
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3.28.25 CRU with Nancy Grace: The Balaclava, the Knife, and the Mistake: The Evidence Against Bryan Kohberger
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30:49Today Nancy Grace and Sheryl McCollum break down how small forensic details like a balaclava, a knife sheath, and an Amazon purchase, can construct a damning mosaic of guilt. Sheryl emphasizes the importance of visual testimony and the nuanced strategies prosecutors must deploy when sequencing their witnesses. Nancy and Sheryl draw parallels from c…
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Our investigators come face to horrible face with the monster plaguing the Highrises and meet agents of a very familiar Old God. But with the bodies starting to pile up, will they manage to keep this particularly controling evil at bay? Themes and Topics Covered: Musophobia (Fear of Rats) Body Horror Nyctophobia (Fear of the Dark) Hosted on Acast. …
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The Retrial of Karen Read | What To Expect with Linda Kenney Baden
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45:13In this episode of Zone 7, Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum, sits down with Linda Kenney Baden, a former prosecutor and private defense attorney to dissect the legal intricacies, discrepancies, and various ethical issues surrounding the trial of Karen Read. They cover the problems with evidence collection, the lead investigator's conduct, …
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3.21.25 CRU with Nancy Grace: Kohberger's Selfie? What One Photo Could Prove in Court
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27:37Today, Nancy and Sheryl discuss the Kohberger case. Nancy, never short on passion, dives into the Idaho case against Bryan Kohberger, unpacking the disturbing implications of his now-infamous bathroom selfie. The duo break down the legal strategies around key evidence such as the shower curtain, text messages, and the 911 call, and explains how som…
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Who Killed 29-year-old Sharon Miller of Woodlawn, Baltimore County?
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37:18In this episode of Zone 7, Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum, is joined by Alvin Williams and Francel Evans of the Affirmative Murder Podcast to revisit Sharon Miller’s cold case. Together, they discuss the eerie details of Sharon’s final hours, including a chilling phone call, a mysterious group of men, and a crime so calculated it suggest…
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Our investigators look into the mysterious location that seems to be the source for the strange magic that has already claimed one life. Topics/Themes: Organised Crime Threat Breaking And Entering Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Knoxville’s Unsolved Mystery | The Murder of 24-Year-Old Jennifer Leeann Law, Also Known as ‘Pocahontas
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25:21On September 15, 2007, investigators responded to a call reporting a body had been found in a secluded area on Hoitt Avenue near Boone Street. When they arrived, they found 24-year-old Jennifer Leeann Law’s body partially burned in an alley. Jennifer was also known as Leeann and Pocahontas on the streets in Knoxville, TN. In this episode of Zone 7,…
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3.7.25 CRU with Nancy Grace: Tot Mom’s Disturbing Move!
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29:48Today, Nancy Grace and Sheryl McCollum dive straight into a controversial topic by discussing Casey Anthony's a.k.a “tot mom” recent claim of being a victim's advocate. Nancy Grace passionately recounts the details of three-year-old Caylee Anthony's murder and criticizes Casey Anthony’s post-trial actions. Secondly, Nancy gives updates on the Kohbe…
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How to Prevent Young People From Falling Victim to Predatory Criminals
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29:28In this episode of Zone 7, Crime Scene Investigator Sheryl McCollum continues a previous discussion on the topic. She is joined for a Part II conversation by Dr. Katherine Ramsland and Tracy Ullman, two crime experts who have spent years investigating and documenting the case of Elmer Wayne Henley Jr. Today, they primarily discuss how predators man…
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2.28.25 CRU with Nancy Grace: The Epstein Files | Who’s On The List
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34:40Today, Nancy Grace and Sheryl McCollum unpack the latest twists in the Brian Kohberger trial, where the defense is citing autism in an attempt to remove the death penalty. They also examine the mysterious deaths of Gene Hackman and his wife, exploring possible causes and forensic clues. Plus, Nancy breaks down the newly unsealed Epstein files - wha…
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The first mystery begins - but are our investigators prepared for the dark forces already at play? Content Warnings: Suicide: 12:48 - 12:52 (Talked of throughout the rest of the episode) Body Horror Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Karen Reed & Ellen Greenberg | Case Analysis, Forensic Missteps & A Day In The Life Of A Pathologist with Nicole Angemi & Maria Q. Kane
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1:05:48What really happened to Karen Reed’s boyfriend, John O’Keefe? Was Ellen Greenberg’s death truly a suicide? In this episode of Zone 7, Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum, sits down with Nicole Angemi and Maria Kane to dissect two controversial cases that have divided public opinion. Nicole, a double board-certified pathologist assistant, and …
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2.21.25 CRU with Nancy Grace: Idaho Judge Denies DNA Suppression in Kohberger Case - Here’s Why!
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26:14Today, Nancy Grace and Sheryl McCollum dive into a major ruling in the Bryan Kohberger case, where the Idaho judge shut down multiple defense attempts to block key evidence - including DNA, cell phone data, and surveillance footage. Nancy gives a breakdown of the legal principles such as abandonment theory, the Fourth Amendment, and legal privilege…
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15 Shootouts, 219 Medals, and the NYPD’s Toughest Detective, Ralph Friedman
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31:18In this episode of Zone 7, Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum, sits down with retired detective Ralph Friedman, a legendary figure in law enforcement with over 2,000 arrests and 15 shootouts to his name. Ralph shares his unexpected journey into the police force and his experiences in the infamous 41st precinct, known as "Fort Apache." Ralph …
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2.14.25 CRU with Nancy Grace: Mystery DNA in the Kohberger Case - What That Could Mean For The Defense
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29:26Today Nancy Grace and Sheryl McCollum open CRU with a heartfelt tribute to their friend and colleague, Dave Mack, following the loss of his wife, LaDonna. Despite his grief, Mack’s dedication to his work shines through. Nancy and Sheryl then dive into the latest developments in the Bryan Kohberger case, unpacking the discovery of two unidentified m…
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A lot can change in 13 years... New faces, old magic and a world full of mysteries for the employees at Thorne Investigations to solve. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The 2016 Indiana Arson That Took Four Young Lives — Remains Unsolved
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34:52On November 21, 2016, a deadly house fire in Flora, Indiana, claimed the lives of four young sisters; Kerriele McDonald (7), Keyara Phillips (9) Keyana Davis (11), Kionnie Welch (5) who were trapped in their upstairs bedroom as flames engulfed the home. Within a few months of the fire, police had determined the fire was caused by arson. But eight y…
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2.7.25 CRU with Nancy Grace: Richard Allen’s Last-Ditch Defense & Diddy’s Legal Storm Amid a Medical Outcry
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23:39In today’s CRU with Nancy Grace and Sheryl McCollum, Sheryl starts with a congratulations in order for her son, Huck McCollum, who has transitioned from his position as a public defender’s office investigator to a juvenile court intake officer. Nancy breaks down the latest developments in the Richard Allen trial, including the defense’s push for a …
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