The Consult: Real FBI Profilers
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.
Episodes
146. Rex Heuermann and the FBI's Behavioral Analysis Unit – Part 2
We continue our discussion of the FBI Behavioral Analysis Unit's planned interviews with convicted Long Island Serial Killer (LISK) Rex Heuermann. Part 2 of 2.You can follow The Consult on social media:X/TwitterInstagramFacebookJoin our Facebook fan page (created by fans for fans): UNSUBSGet The Consult MerchFor additional information and resources, please visit our episode webpage: https
145. Rex Heuermann and the FBI's Behavioral Analysis Unit – Part 1
As part of his plea agreement, convicted Long Island Serial Killer (LISK) Rex Heuermann agreed to be interviewed by the FBI's Behavioral Analysis Unit (BAU). In this episode, we discuss what those interviews will involve, what profilers hope to learn, and how they differ from traditional police interrogations. We also examine the behavioral significance of the evidence in the Gilgo Beach
144. The Murder of Martha Moxley – Part 6
Journalist Andrew Goldman, host of the podcast Dead Certain, returns for the conclusion of our six-part series on the 1975 murder of Martha Moxley. In this final episode, we evaluate and prioritize the individuals we believe warrant the greatest investigative attention based on the evidence, known timelines, victimology, and behavioral analysis. Part 6 of 6.You can follow The Consult on s
143. The Murder of Martha Moxley – Part 5
Journalist Andrew Goldman, host of the podcast Dead Certain, returns for Part 5 of our multi-part series on the 1975 murder of Martha Moxley. In this episode, we conclude our analysis of the offender's personality and behavioral characteristics before turning to the Sutton Report. We examine how both Michael and Tommy Skakel changed their accounts of the night Martha was murdered, and wha
142. The Murder of Martha Moxley – Part 4
Andrew Goldman, host of the podcast Dead Certain, joins us once again for Part 4 of our multi-part series on the 1975 murder of Martha Moxley. In this episode, we wrap up our victimology analysis and then turn our attention to the offender's profile. We examine the personality traits and characteristics of the person responsible for this crime, exploring what they may reveal about who com
141. The Murder of Martha Moxley – Part 3
Journalist Andrew Goldman, host of the podcast Dead Certain, returns for Part 3 of our multi-part series on the 1975 murder of Martha Moxley. In this episode, we focus on victimology, examining Martha’s personality, relationships, and social world in the months leading up to her murder.You can follow The Consult on social media:X/TwitterInstagramFacebookJoin our Facebook fan page (created
140. The Murder of Martha Moxley – Part 2
Journalist Andrew Goldman, host of the podcast Dead Certain, returns for Part 2 of our multi-part series on the murder of Martha Moxley. In this episode, we take a closer look at Martha’s injuries, the forensic evidence, and what the crime scene may reveal about the sequence of events on the night of October 30, 1975. We discuss the apparent initial attack near the driveway, the movement
139. The Murder of Martha Moxley – Part 1
Journalist Andrew Goldman, host of the podcast Dead Certain, joins us for this multi-part series on the murder of Martha Moxley. We begin by examining the events of October 30, 1975, reconstructing the timeline of 15-year-old Martha’s final hours, and discussing the crime scene.You can follow The Consult on social media:X/TwitterInstagramFacebookJoin our Facebook fan page (created by fans
138. Evil at Our Table with Dr. Samantha Stein
Forensic psychologist Dr. Samantha Stein joins the show to discuss her book, Evil at Our Table: Inside the Minds of the Monsters Who Live Among Us. For nearly three decades, Dr. Stein interviewed violent sexual offenders under California’s Sexually Violent Predator law, helping determine who may safely return to society and who remains too dangerous to release. Dr. Stein discusses the cha
137. The Unsolved Murder of Barbara Lea Tooley – Part 2
In Part 2 of our analysis of the 2009 murder of 59-year-old Barbara Lea Tooley and the attempted murder of her 88-year-old mother, Helen Long, we examine victimology. We also provide our final assessment of the case, offender characteristics, and whether this crime was likely targeted or opportunistic. Part 2 of 2You can follow The Consult on social media:X/TwitterInstagramFacebookJoin ou
136. The Unsolved Murder of Barbara Lea Tooley – Part 1
On October 1, 2009, 59-year-old Barbara Lea Tooley was murdered while visiting her 88-year-old mother, Helen Long, at the family home in Glendale, Oregon. Helen survived the attack despite suffering serious gunshot injuries. In this episode, we examine the timeline of events, witness statements, and the crime scene. Part 1 of 2.You can follow The Consult on social media:X/TwitterInstagram
135. No-Body Homicides with Tad DiBiase
Tad DiBiase, a former federal prosecutor who specialized in “no-body” homicide cases joins the show. Tad walks through the reality behind these investigations and prosecutions, and why the idea that “no body means no case” simply isn’t true. We discuss what it takes to move forward without a body, from building circumstantial evidence to identifying behavioral patterns that demonstrate a
134. Missing Person Ashley Loring HeavyRunner – Part 4
In part 4 of our series on the disappearance of Ashley Loring HeavyRunner, we bring our analysis to a close. Drawing from the timeline, Sam McDonald’s account, and Ashley’s victimology, we assess what the known facts—and the gaps—may suggest about what happened to Ashley in June 2017. Part 4 of 4.You can follow The Consult on social media:X/TwitterInstagramFacebookJoin our Facebook fan pa
133. Missing Person Ashley Loring HeavyRunner – Part 3
In Part 3 of our series on the disappearance of Ashley Loring HeavyRunner, we conclude our analysis of Sam McDonald’s account. From there, we shift our focus to Ashley’s victimology, looking at her lifestyle, relationships, and behavioral patterns to better understand her risk level and the circumstances surrounding her disappearance. Part 3 of 4.You can follow The Consult on social media
132. Missing Person Ashley Loring HeavyRunner – Part 2
We continue working through the timeline of Ashley Loring HeavyRunner's disappearance in June 2017, with a focus on the account provided by the individual who claimed to be the last person to see her. Joined again by journalist and podcast host Jayson Blair, we examine that narrative in detail, assess its credibility, and consider how it fits within the broader timeline of Ashley’s disapp
131. Missing Person Ashley Loring HeavyRunner – Part 1
In this multi-part series, we examine the disappearance of Ashley Loring HeavyRunner, a 20-year-old woman from the Blackfeet Nation who vanished in June of 2017. Joined by journalist and podcast host Jayson Blair, we walk through the timeline of Ashley’s disappearance.You can follow The Consult on social media:X/TwitterInstagramFacebookJoin our Facebook fan page (created by fans for fans)
130. Jeffrey Dahmer: A Case Study – Part 3
In Part 3 of our case study on Jeffrey Dahmer, we turn to his psychological evaluation. Forensic psychologist Dr. Paige Wilcoxson joins us again. Part 3 of 3.You can follow The Consult on social media:X/TwitterInstagramFacebookJoin our Facebook fan page (created by fans for fans): UNSUBSGet The Consult MerchFor additional information and resources, please visit our episode websi
129. Jeffrey Dahmer: A Case Study – Part 2
In Part 2 of our case study on Jeffrey Dahmer, we move beyond the timeline of the crimes and examine his developmental background. We look at his childhood, family dynamics, early behaviors, and periods of isolation to understand how his trajectory developed. From both a behavioral and psychological perspective, we assess what these factors may—and may not—tell us. Part 2 of 3.You can fol
128. Jeffrey Dahmer: A Case Study – Part 1
We begin our analysis of Jeffrey Dahmer by reviewing the timeline of his crimes and the circumstances surrounding each victim. As we walk through the series of murders, we examine the investigative context at the time and discuss several missed opportunities that might have allowed law enforcement to identify Dahmer earlier. Throughout this series, we will examine the case through both be
127. The Black Dahlia and Zodiac: A Behavioral Linkage Analysis
We conduct a behavioral linkage analysis to examine the question of whether two of the most infamous unsolved cases in American criminal history—the murder of Elizabeth Short, known as the Black Dahlia, and the Zodiac killings—could have been committed by the same offender.You can follow The Consult on social media:X/TwitterInstagramFacebookJoin our Facebook fan page (created by fans for
126. The Silence of the Lambs — Hollywood vs. the Real FBI
In this special episode of The Consult, I’m joined by retired FBI agent Jerri Williams, host of FBI Retired Case File Review, to revisit my favorite film of all time, The Silence of the Lambs.Inspired by The Rewatchables podcast, we break down the movie through the lens of real FBI policies and protocols—what it gets right, what it gets wrong, and how Hollywood’s version of the Behavioral
125. Lane Bryant Mass Murder – Part 2
In Part 2, we move away from the basic facts and discuss the characteristics of the offender, based on the actions taken inside the store and the sequence of events.You can follow The Consult on social media:X/TwitterInstagramFacebookJoin our Facebook fan page (created by fans for fans): UNSUBSGet The Consult MerchFor additional information and resources, please visit our episod
124. Lane Bryant Mass Murder – Part 1
In this episode, we examine the unsolved Lane Bryant mass murder that occurred on February 2, 2008, in Tinley Park, Illinois. A gunman entered the Lane Bryant store at the Brookside Marketplace under the pretense of making a delivery. Once inside, he ultimately shot six women, killing five. We walk through what is known about the crime and share our initial impressions.You can follow The
123. Inside the Gardner Museum Heist with Retired FBI Agent Geoffrey Kelly
Retired FBI agent Geoffrey Kelly, the longtime case agent on the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum heist—the largest art theft in history—joins the show. Geoff spent more than two decades investigating the case and is the author of Thirteen Perfect Fugitives, which examines the FBI’s investigation into the heist and is scheduled for release on March 10, 2026.We walk through the known facts
122. The Unsolved Murder of Liz Barraza – Part 3
In the final episode of our three-part series on the murder of Elizabeth “Liz” Barraza, we analyze Liz’s victimology. Mike Morford of Criminology and The Murder in My Family joins us again as we close out our coverage with final observations and unresolved questions surrounding the case.You can follow The Consult on social media:X/Twitter InstagramFacebookJoin our Facebook fan page (creat
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121. The Unsolved Murder of Liz Barraza – Part 2
We continue our examination of the 2019 murder of Elizabeth “Liz” Barraza, who was shot and killed in her driveway in Tomball, Texas while setting up for a garage sale. Mike Morford of the Criminology podcast joins us again as we discuss our impressions from the Ring camera footage that captured the murder. Part 2 of 3.You can follow The Consult on social media:X/TwitterInstagramFacebookF
120. The Unsolved Murder of Liz Barraza – Part 1
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119. Targeted Violence
We examine the concept of targeted violence (e.g., mass attacks, school shootings, lone-actor attacks, assassinations) and how it differs from spontaneous or impulsive acts of violence. We discuss the warning signs, motivations, and pathways that may precede these crimes. The focus is on understanding behavior with the goal of improving prevention, threat assessment, and investigative ins
118. Ellen Greenberg: Review of the MEO Report – Part 2
Part 2 of our discussion of the independent review of Philadelphia MEO case 11-0420, involving the death of Ellen Greenberg. Part 2 of 2.You can follow The Consult on social media:X/TwitterInstagramFacebookFor additional information and resources, please visit our episode website: https://www.truecrimeconsult.com/118-ellen-greenberg-review-of-the-meo-report-part-2/Music “Light in the Base
117. Ellen Greenberg: Review of the MEO Report – Part 1
In this episode, we examine the independent review of Philadelphia MEO case 11-0420, involving the death of Ellen Greenberg. We share our initial thoughts on the report and its conclusions. This review was commissioned as part of a settlement between Ellen’s parents and the City of Philadelphia. For years, Ellen’s parents have been advocating to have the official manner of death changed f
116. The Murders of Dr. and Mrs. Littlefield – Part 2
In Part 2 of our analysis of The Murders of Dr. and Mrs. Littlefield in South Paris, Maine, we turn to Paul Dwyer’s final confession in which he directly implicated Deputy Sheriff Francis Carroll in the murders. This statement dramatically reframes the case and forces a re-evaluation of Dwyer’s role in these crimes. Part 2 of 2.You can follow The Consult on social media:X/TwitterInstagram
115. The Murders of Dr. and Mrs. Littlefield – Part 1
In part 1 of our analysis of The Murders of Dr. and Mrs. Littlefield, we examine the circumstances surrounding the deaths of Dr. James Littlefield and his wife, Lydia, in 1937. Their bodies were discovered in their car in North Arlington, New Jersey, far from their home in South Paris, Maine, with 18-year-old Paul Dwyer at the wheel. The discovery launched an investigation that raised que
114. The Missing and Murdered in Grand Rapids – Part 3
In our third and final part on the missing and murdered women of Grand Rapids, Investigative Reporter Susan Samples from WOOD TV8 joins us again as we take a closer look at long-haul trucker Garry Artman. Artman was convicted of one of the Grand Rapids murders—the 1996 murder of Sharon Hammack—and linked by DNA to the killing of Dusty Schuck, who was from Maryland.You can follow The Consu
Bonus Episode – Notorious: Maine Crime in the Public Eye, 1690–1940
In this bonus episode, Tiffany Link, Collections Curator for the Maine Historical Society and co-curator of the exhibition “Notorious: Maine Crime in the Public Eye, 1690–1940” joins the show. Tiffany discusses how the exhibition was developed and why the cases were chosen. We explore how crime reporting evolved from broadsides to newspapers to early photojournalism, and how the public’s
113. The Missing and Murdered in Grand Rapids – Part 2
In Part 2 of our 3-part series on the missing and murdered women connected to the Division Avenue area of Grand Rapids, Michigan, we continue our discussion with Investigative Reporter Susan Samples from WOOD TV8.You can follow The Consult on social media:X/TwitterInstagramFacebookFor additional information and resources, please visit our episode website: https://www.truecrimeconsult.com/
112. The Missing and Murdered in Grand Rapids – Part 1
In this series, we look at several missing and murdered women from the 1990s connected to the Division Avenue area of Grand Rapids, Michigan. Investigative Reporter Susan Samples from WOOD TV8 joins us to review the cases, what is known, and what remains unanswered, including whether any of these investigations might be connected.You can follow The Consult on social media:X/TwitterInstagr
111. Profiling Bryan Kohberger – Part 4: Review of Newly Released Documents
In this final follow-up episode, we continue our examination of Bryan Kohberger, considering the latest released investigative materials and supplemental reports.You can follow The Consult on social media:X/TwitterInstagramFacebookFor additional information and resources, please visit our episode website: https://www.truecrimeconsult.com/111-profiling-bryan-kohberger-part-4-review-of-newl
110. Profiling Bryan Kohberger – Part 3: Review of Newly Released Documents
In this follow-up episode, we revisit our analysis of Bryan Kohberger, considering recently released police reports and investigative documents. We examine how these new materials refine our understanding of Kohberger and the murders of Madison Mogen, Kaylee Goncalves, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin.You can follow The Consult on social media:X/TwitterInstagramFacebookFor additional infor
109. The Black Dahlia with Larry Harnisch
Larry Harnisch, retired Los Angeles Times reporter and a leading subject-matter expert on the Black Dahlia case, joins the show to discuss his decades-long research into the 1947 murder of Elizabeth Short, detailing his investigative approach and efforts to separate fact from myth. We also examine retired FBI profiler John Douglas’s behavioral analysis, which aligns closely with the suspe
108. What We Get Wrong About Forensic Psychology with Dr. Paige Wilcoxson
In this episode, Dr. Paige Wilcoxson joins the show to discuss what true crime often gets wrong about forensic psychology. Dr. Wilcoxson worked as a clinical and forensic psychologist, and her experience spans training in forensic hospitals, working in high-and maximum-security prisons, and serving as a professor in both the U.S. and the U.K. While working on her doctorate, she spent time
107. The Black Dahlia – Part 3
In the third and final part of our analysis of the Black Dahlia case, we discuss our observations of the offender. Based on the crime scene, autopsy findings, and what we know about Elizabeth Short, we develop a profile of the person responsible for her murder.You can follow The Consult on social media:X/TwitterInstagramFacebookFor additional information and resources, please visit our ep
106. The Black Dahlia – Part 2
In the second part of our analysis of the Black Dahlia case, we examine the victimology of Elizabeth Short. Who was she, and what can her life tell us about the person who killed her? We explore her background, relationships, lifestyle, and movements leading up to her death.You can follow The Consult on social media:X/TwitterInstagramFacebookFor additional information and resources, pleas
105. The Black Dahlia – Part 1
We begin our analysis of one of the most infamous unsolved murders in American history—the Black Dahlia case. In this episode, we focus on the crime scene and autopsy of 22-year-old Elizabeth Short, whose body was discovered on January 15, 1947, in a vacant lot in the Leimert Park neighborhood of Los Angeles, California. She had been bisected at the waist and subjected to extensive post-m
104. Expert Witness with Dr. Ann Burgess
Dr. Ann Burgess joins the show to discuss her book Expert Witness: The Weight of Our Testimony When Justice Hangs in the Balance. An internationally recognized pioneer in the assessment and treatment of trauma and abuse victims, Dr. Burgess collaborated with the FBI Academy to study serial offenders and the connection between child abuse, juvenile delinquency, and later violent crime. We
103. Shadow of the Bridge With Áine Cain and Kevin Greenlee
In this episode of The Consult, I talk with Áine Cain and Kevin Greenlee, hosts of The Murder Sheet podcast and authors of Shadow of the Bridge: The Delphi Murders and the Dark Side of the American Heartland. We discuss their book with a focus on the behavior in the case of Abigail Williams and Liberty German—and what it reveals about the offender.You can find Shadow of the Bridge: The De
102. West Memphis Three – Part 3
In this final episode of our three-part analysis of the West Memphis Three case, we bring together everything we’ve learned about the murders of Michael Moore, Steve Branch, and Christopher Byers on or about May 5, 1993, and share our overall assessment of the case. Part 3 of 3.You can follow The Consult on social media:X/TwitterInstagramFacebookFor additional information and resources, p
101. West Memphis Three – Part 2
In this episode, we look at the autopsies and victimologies of the three boys: Michael Moore, Steve Branch, and Christorpher Byers. We review what the medical examiner found, the condition of the bodies, and the significance of the injuries. We also examine the boys’ victimology to better understand who they were and what risk factors may have drawn the offender’s attention. Part 2 of 3.Y
100. West Memphis Three – Part 1
In this first episode of our three-part analysis of the West Memphis Three case, we look at the events of May 5, 1993. That afternoon, three 8-year-old boys, Michael Moore, Steve Branch, and Christopher Byers, went missing in West Memphis, Arkansas. The next day, they were found in a drainage ditch in an area known as Robin Hood Hills. They had been murdered.We cover the timeline of their
99. Tragedy – A Conversation with Alyssa and Michael McFarland
In this episode, Alyssa and Michael McFarland, hosts of Tragedy: A True Crime Podcast, join the show. We discuss the unsolved murder of George “Jody” Kilgore, who was stabbed in his driveway, in broad daylight, on October 6, 2014. He was 50 years old.For Michael, this case is deeply personal—Jody was his relative—and both he and Alyssa have devoted an entire season of their podcast to tel
98. The Unsolved Murder of Karina Holmer – A Geographic Profile
In this third episode on the unsolved murder of Karina Holmer, geographic profiler Doug MacGregor joins the show. Doug takes a close look at the locations tied to Karina’s case and what they might reveal about the offender, his comfort zones, and the behaviors behind his choices. We also talk about how geographic profiling and behavioral analysis work together to help narrow the focus in
97. The Unsolved Murder of Karina Holmer – Part 2
We continue our analysis of the case of Karina Holmer, a 20-year-old au pair from Sweden who was last seen outside a nightclub in Boston in the early morning hours of June 22, 1996. On the afternoon of June 23, the upper half of her body was found in a trash bag in a dumpster about a mile from where she was last seen. We continue our review of the case facts, discuss victimology, and offe
96. The Unsolved Murder of Karina Holmer – Part 1
In this episode, we begin our examination of the June 1996 murder of Karina Holmer, a young au pair from Sweden working in the United States. Karina was last seen alive in the early morning hours of Saturday, June 22, in downtown Boston. The next day, her torso was discovered in a trash bag inside a dumpster, about a mile from where she was last seen. She had been severed at the waist. We
95. Autism, Behavior, and Law Enforcement
In this episode, Investigator Rita Curley from the University of Massachusetts Amherst’s Equal Opportunity Office joins the show. In addition to her role as an investigator, Rita draws on her background in law enforcement and her experience as a mother to a child with autism to train officers on recognizing and appropriately responding to individuals who may be neurodivergent. She dispels
94. Profiling Bryan Kohberger – Part 2
We continue our discussion of the murders of four University of Idaho students: Madison Mogen, Kaylee Goncalves, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin. The students were killed in Moscow, Idaho, on November 13, 2022. The offender pleaded guilty on July 2, 2025. We continue to explore motive, discuss how we would classify the killer behaviorally, and consider whether he was likely to kill again.
93. Profiling Bryan Kohberger – Part 1
We discuss the murders of four University of Idaho students: Madison Mogen, Kaylee Goncalves, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin. The students were killed in Moscow, Idaho, on November 13, 2022. We are covering this case now because Bryan Kohberger recently pleaded guilty on July 2, 2025. We review the known facts of the crime and analyze what they suggest about the offender’s behavior and p
92. Murder Shelf Book Club Podcast
In this episode of The Consult, I talk with Jill, host of Murder Shelf Book Club Podcast, a true crime book club in podcast format. Jill has a passion for digging into true crime stories through books, and she brings a thoughtful, well-researched approach to every case she covers.We talk about how she chooses the books for her show, how our understanding of crime has changed over time, an
91. The Unsolved Murder of Linda Malcom – Part 3
In this final installment, we continue our consultation with cold case investigator Jennifer Bucholtz and arson expert Alan Haskins from the American Military University Cold Case Team. We focus on understanding more about Linda Malcom in an effort to better understand her killer and complete our assessment of this unsolved 2008 murder.You can follow The Consult on social media:X/TwitterI
90. The Unsolved Murder of Linda Malcom – Part 2
Cold case investigator Jennifer Bucholtz and arson investigator Alan Haskins return for Part 2 of our discussion about the 2008 unsolved murder of Linda Malcom in Port Orchard, Washington. In this episode, we continue examining the crime scene and discuss Linda’s victimology to better understand the offender’s potential motivations and opportunities.You can follow The Consult on social me
89. The Unsolved Murder of Linda Malcom - Part 1
Cold case investigator Jennifer Bucholtz and arson investigator Alan Haskins join us to discuss the 2008 unsolved murder of 47-year-old Linda Malcom. Linda was found dead in the early morning hours of April 30, 2008, after a suspicious fire was reported at her home in Port Orchard, Washington. It was ultimately determined that Linda had been stabbed multiple times. In this episode, Jennif
88. Somebody Knows Something: The Detectives Behind the Podcast
Retired FBI profiler Julia Cowley is joined by Detectives Andrew Houghton and Matt Vartanian from the Elgin Police Department Cold Case Unit. Elgin PD recently launched a podcast titled Somebody Knows Something, which follows one of their active cold case investigations. We talk about the case, what led them to start the podcast, and how they balanced investigative integrity, public outre
87. The Unsolved Murder of David Grubbs – Part 2
We’re joined once again by Ashland Oregon Police Chief Tighe O'Meara to discuss the 2011 unsolved murder of David Michael Grubbs. This time, we present our profile of the offender. Some of the characteristics in this profile are unique, and we believe that individuals who knew the offender may recognize them.You can follow The Consult on social media:X/TwitterInstagramFacebookFor addition
86. The Unsolved Murder of David Grubbs – Part 1
In this episode, we talk with Ashland Oregon Police Chief Tighe O'Meara about the 2011 unsolved murder of David Michael Grubbs. Chief O'Meara discusses the facts of the case, the challenges investigators have faced, and how the department continues to seek justice for David and his family. We also examine aspects of victimology to better understand David’s risk level.You can follow The Co
85. Geographic Profiling with Douglas MacGregor
In this episode, retired FBI profiler Julia Cowley talks with geographic profiler Douglas MacGregor about his background and how geographic profiling can aid investigations. They discuss the types of cases that benefit most from this approach and take a closer look at the Rachel Morin case and the Zodiac Killer.To learn more about Douglas MacGregor and his work, please visit https://www.i
84. Profiling the Zodiac Killer – Listener Questions
Writer and researcher Michael Butterfield joins retired FBI profiler Julia Cowley to answer listener questions about the Zodiac Killer case.Michael is the host of the podcast Zodiac: A to Z and the author of the new book The Zodiac Killer: The Story of America's Most Elusive Murderer. You can follow The Consult on social media:X/TwitterInstagramFacebookFor additional information and resou
83. Profiling the Zodiac Killer – Part 4
In Part 4 of our series on the Zodiac Killer, we continue our discussion with Zodiac expert Michael Butterfield for a deep-dive discussion into the personality and behavioral characteristics of the infamous, unidentified serial killer. We explore what may have been beneath the mask of calculated manipulation and deadly intent.Michael is the host of Zodiac: A to Z and the author of a new b
82. Profiling the Zodiac Killer – Part 3
Writer, researcher, and podcaster Michael Butterfield returns for Part 3 of our discussion on the Zodiac case. In this episode, we discuss the murder of Paul Stine, a cab driver who was shot and killed by the Zodiac on October 11, 1969, in San Francisco.Michael is the host of the podcast Zodiac: A to Z and the author of the upcoming book The Zodiac Killer: The Story of America’s Most Elus
81. Profiling the Zodiac Killer – Part 2
Writer, researcher, and podcaster Michael Butterfield returns for Part 2 of our discussion on the Zodiac case. In this episode, we focus on the chilling attack at Lake Berryessa on September 27, 1969. The victims were college students Cecelia Shepard and Bryan Hartnell. While Bryan survived, Cecelia tragically succumbed to her injuries.Michael walks us through the details of this attack a
80. Profiling the Zodiac Killer – Part 1
Writer, researcher, and podcaster Michael Butterfield joins us to examine the series of murders attributed to the person who called himself the Zodiac. Michael has dedicated 30-plus years to investigating this case. In this episode, we discuss the earliest known attacks: the December 20, 1968, murders of Betty Lou Jensen and David Faraday on Lake Herman Road in Benicia, California, and th
79. Profiling the Murderer of Hae Min Lee – Listener Questions
We answer listener questions about our analysis of the 1999 murder of Hae Min Lee.You can follow The Consult on social media:X/TwitterInstagramFacebookFor additional information and resources, please visit our episode website: https://www.truecrimeconsult.com/79-profiling-the-murderer-of-hae-min-lee-listener-questions/Music “Light in the Basement” by John Hanske. Listen to more of John’s
78. Profiling the Murderer of Hae Min Lee – Part 2
We continue our analysis of the 1999 murder of Hae Min Lee, exploring her victimology and risk level. We then conclude with our assessment of the offender’s characteristics and motive.You can follow The Consult on social media:X/TwitterInstagramFacebookFor additional information and resources, please visit our episode website: https://www.truecrimeconsult.com/78-profiling-the-murderer-of-
77. Profiling the Murderer of Hae Min Lee – Part 1
We begin our examination of the murder of 18-year-old Hae Min Lee, who disappeared after school on January 13, 1999. Nearly a month later, on February 9, her body was discovered in Baltimore’s Leakin Park. In this episode, we break down the circumstances of her disappearance, the crime scene, and the autopsy. Through an in-depth discussion of behavior, we analyze what it reveals about the
76. The Polygraph with Retired FBI Agent George Olivo
Retired FBI agent and senior polygraph examiner George Olivo joins The Consult to separate fact from fiction when it comes to the polygraph. With years of experience administering polygraphs, he explains how they really work, their strengths and limitations, and the myths that have surrounded them.For more information about George Olivo and his services, please visit his website: https://
75. Inconceivable With Jason Usry
Jason Usry, host of the new podcast Inconceivable: The Story of Temujin Kensu, joins The Consult to discuss his investigation into the 1986 murder of Scott Macklem. Temujin Kensu was convicted of the crime, but many believe he was wrongfully convicted. Jason approached the case with an open mind, initially assuming Kensu’s innocence before uncovering more complex truths. This episode expl
74. The Death of Ellen Greenberg - Part 4
In this episode, we discuss Ellen Greenberg’s victimology and give our final thoughts.
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73. The Death of Ellen Greenberg – Part 3
We continue our examination of Ellen Greenberg’s death. In this episode, we discuss the 911 call. You can follow The Consult on social media:X/Twitter InstagramFacebook For additional information and resources, please visit our episode website: https://www.truecrimeconsult.com/73-the-death-of-ellen-greenberg-part-3/ Music “Light in the Basement” by John Hanske. Listen
72. The Death of Ellen Greenberg – Part 2
We continue our in-depth examination of Ellen Greenberg’s death. In this episode, we analyze and debate the autopsy findings, exploring the key findings and their implications. Part 2 of 4.
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71. The Death of Ellen Greenberg – Part 1
In this episode of The Consult, we begin our examination of the death of Ellen Greenberg, a 27-year-old teacher found dead in her Philadelphia apartment in 2011. Initially ruled a homicide, her manner of death was later changed to suicide - despite 20 stab wounds, including injuries to the back of her neck. This controversial case has led to ongoing legal battles and lingering questions.
70. The Sherry Black Foundation
In this episode, retired FBI profiler Julia Cowley talks with Heidi Miller and Erin Ryan of the Sherry Black Foundation. Heidi’s mother, Sherry Black, was brutally murdered in 2010, and her case remained unsolved for years. Through perseverance and forensic advancements, justice was finally served. Now, Heidi and her family are dedicated to helping others find answers through their founda
69. The Murder of Sherry Black - Part 2
In this episode, FBI profiler Julia Cowley is joined again by Detective Ben Pender of the Salt Lake County Sheriff’s Department to discuss the 2010 murder of Sherry Black in South Salt Lake City, Utah. Ben provides a step-by-step account of the investigation, sharing how Sherry’s killer was ultimately identified and brought to justice. You can follow The Consult on social media:X/Twi
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