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Forensic Tales

Forensic Tales

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 Not all stories have happy endings... A weekly true crime podcast with a forensic twist. Each episode features real stories highlighting how forensic science was used. From fingerprinting to criminal profiling to familial DNA, we have every investigative angle covered.© 2022 Rockefeller Audio LLC Ciências Sociais Crimes Reais Política e Governo
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  • Johnia Berry

    Johnia Berry
    Feb 23 2026
    #321 - In December 2004, 21-year-old Johnia Berry was attacked inside her Knoxville, Tennessee apartment. The crime scene raised more questions than answers. There were no clear signs of forced entry. The weapon came from inside the home. And despite the brutality of the attack, there was no obvious motive. Investigators initially focused on someone close to her, but forensic evidence would soon complicate that theory. A partial fingerprint. A single shoe print. And an unidentified DNA profile left behind at the scene. For years, the case seemed stalled. Then, an unexpected lead shifted the investigation in a new direction. In this episode of Forensic Tales, we examine the forensic evidence, the missteps, the turning points, and the lasting impact this case had on DNA laws in Tennessee. Because sometimes the science speaks clearly even when the “why” never does. Forensic Tales is a Rockefeller Audio production. The show is written and produced by Courtney Fretwell. If you'd like to support the show and gain access to exclusive content, early and ad-free episodes, please consider joining the show's Patreon. You can support the show for as low as $3/month. Subscribe to Forensic Tales on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen so you don't miss an episode. Also, be sure to follow us on YouTube. If you love the show, please leave a positive review or tell friends and family about us. For a complete list of sources used in this episode, visit our website. Remember... Not all stories have happy endings... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    38 minutos
  • Fred Engel

    Fred Engel
    Feb 16 2026
    #320 - In 2008, a South Carolina man disappeared while checking his mail outside his home. His body was soon found in nearby woods, and an autopsy revealed he had been strangled to death. At first, the police had few suspects. But right before the case turned cold, investigators did something outside the box. They turned to cell phone forensics. Forensic Tales is a Rockefeller Audio production. The show is written and produced by Courtney Fretwell. If you'd like to support the show and get access to early, ad-free episodes, consider joining the show's Patreon page. You can support the show for as little as $3/month. For a complete list of sources used in this episode, please visit our website. Listen on YouTube: Search Forensic Tales and subscribe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    29 minutos
  • SPECIAL UPDATE: Sentencing in the Au Pair Affair Case

    SPECIAL UPDATE: Sentencing in the Au Pair Affair Case
    Feb 14 2026
    BONUS UPDATE Yesterday, Juliana Peres Magalhães, the former au pair and key witness in the so-called “Au Pair Affair” murder trial, was sentenced. In this short follow-up episode of Forensic Tales, we recap the sentencing hearing, including the defense’s motion to exclude victim impact statements from Christine Banfield’s family, the judge’s ruling, and the final sentence handed down in connection with the death of Joseph Ryan. Juliana previously entered into a plea agreement and testified for the Commonwealth against Brendan Banfield, serving as the prosecution’s central witness in a case built heavily on digital forensic evidence and allegations of a calculated online setup. This episode breaks down what happened in court, what the sentence means, and how this development fits into the larger case. If you haven’t listened to our full trial recap, be sure to check out last week’s special episode for the complete breakdown. Forensic Tales is a Rockefeller audio production. The show is written and produced by Courtney Fretwell. If you'd like to support the show and get access to early, ad-free episodes, please consider joining the show's Patreon page. You can support the show for as low as $3/month. For more ways to listen and support, subscribe to Forensic Tales on YouTube. You can also leave the show a positive review or tell friends and family about the show. Remember... not all stories have happy endings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    19 minutos
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