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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 explores his journey, his visit to Michigan, and conversations with those involved.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we discuss Ellen Greenberg’s victimology and give our final thoughts. You can follow The Consult on social media: X/Twitter Instagram  Facebook    For additional information and resources, please visit our episode website: https://www.truecrimeconsult.com/74-the-death-of-ellen-greenberg-part-4/   Music “Light in the Basement” by John Hanske. Listen to more of John’s music on Spotify.   If you enjoyed this episode, consider supporting us on Patreon for early and ad-free episodes. Visit Patreon.com/theconsultpod to become a subscriber.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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  Instagram Facebook  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 to more of John’s music on Spotify.   If you enjoyed this episode, consider supporting us on Patreon for early and ad-free episodes. Visit Patreon.com/theconsultpod to become a subscriber.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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.    You can follow The Consult on social media: X/Twitter  Instagram  Facebook    For additional information and resources, please visit our episode website: https://www.truecrimeconsult.com/72-the-death-of-ellen-greenberg-part-2/   Music “Light in the Basement” by John Hanske. Listen to more of John’s music on Spotify.   If you enjoyed this episode, consider supporting us on Patreon for early and ad-free episodes. Visit Patreon.com/theconsultpod to become a subscriber.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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. We begin by breaking down the crime scene and key case facts, in our quest to answer whether Ellen’s death was truly self-inflicted. Part 1 of 4.    You can follow The Consult on social media: X/Twitter Instagram  Facebook    For additional information and resources, please visit our episode website: https://www.truecrimeconsult.com/71-the-death-of-ellen-greenberg-part-1/   Music “Light in the Basement” by John Hanske. Listen to more of John’s music on Spotify.   If you enjoyed this episode, consider supporting us on Patreon for early and ad-free episodes. Visit Patreon.com/theconsultpod to become a subscriber.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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 foundation.  Erin Ryan, the Executive Director of the foundation, discusses their mission to support law enforcement through advanced training, resources, and advocacy for families of violent crime victims. We explore how investigative genetic genealogy, law enforcement collaboration, and community engagement are shaping the future of solving cold cases.   Learn more about the Sherry Black Foundation here: www.sherryblackfoundation.org. 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/70-the-sherry-black-foundation/ Music “Light in the Basement” by John Hanske. Listen to more of John’s music on Spotify. If you enjoyed this episode, consider supporting us on Patreon for early and ad-free episodes. Visit Patreon.com/theconsultpod to become a subscriber. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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/Twitter  Instagram  Facebook    For additional information and resources, please visit our episode website: https://www.truecrimeconsult.com/69-the-murder-of-sherry-black-part-2/   Music “Light in the Basement” by John Hanske. Listen to more of John’s music on Spotify.   If you enjoyed this episode, consider supporting us on Patreon for early and ad-free episodes. Visit Patreon.com/theconsultpod to become a subscriber.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of The Consult, retired FBI profiler Julia Cowley is joined 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. Sherry, the owner of a local bookstore, was found stabbed and beaten to death by her husband, Earl, in her store. Julia and Ben discuss his background in law enforcement, the details of this haunting case, and the victimology surrounding Sherry's life and tragic death. This is Part 1 of a two-part series.   You can follow The Consult on social media: X/Twitter Instagram Facebook  For additional information and resources, please visit our episode website: https://www.truecrimeconsult.com/68-the-murder-of-sherry-black-part-1/   Music “Light in the Basement” by John Hanske. Listen to more of John’s music on Spotify.   If you enjoyed this episode, consider supporting us on Patreon for early and ad-free episodes. Visit Patreon.com/theconsultpod to become a subscriber.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of The Consult, retired FBI profiler Julia Cowley talks with former FBI Assistant Director Frank Figliuzzi to discuss his book, Long Haul: Hunting the Highway Serial Killers. They explore the chilling reality of transient predators operating along America's highways, the behavioral patterns that define these offenders, and the victimology. Frank shares fascinating insights into the collaborative efforts between law enforcement agencies that led to critical breakthroughs, as well as the challenges and triumphs of pursuing justice for these often-overlooked victims. To learn more about Frank and his work, please visit his website: FrankFigliuzzi.com. You can also purchchase Long Haul: Hunting the Highway Serial Killers here: Amazon. You can follow The Consult on social media: X  Instagram  Facebook    For additional information and resources, please visit our episode website: https://www.truecrimeconsult.com/67-long-haul-hunting-the-highway-serial-killers-with-frank-figliuzzi/ Music “Light in the Basement” by John Hanske. Listen to more of John’s music on Spotify.   If you enjoyed this episode, consider supporting us on Patreon for early and ad-free episodes. Visit Patreon.com/theconsultpod to become a subscriber.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We conclude our discussion with writer Jeffrey Cintolo about the unsolved murder of 19-year-old Theresa Corley. Theresa’s body was found on December 8, 1978, in a gully alongside Interstate 495 in Bellingham, Massachusetts.   If you have any information about Theresa Corley’s murder, please contact the Bellingham Police Tip Line at (508) 657-2863 or email detectives@bellinghamma.org.   You can follow The Consult on social media: X/Twitter  Instagram  Facebook  For additional information and resources, please visit our episode website: https://www.truecrimeconsult.com/66-the-unsolved-murder-of-theresa-corley-part-3/   Music “Light in the Basement” by John Hanske. Listen to more of John’s music on Spotify.   If you enjoyed this episode, consider supporting us on Patreon for early and ad-free episodes. Visit Patreon.com/theconsultpod to become a subscriber.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We continue our discussion with writer Jeffrey Cintolo about the unsolved murder of 19-year-old Theresa Corley. Theresa’s body was found on December 8, 1978, in a gully alongside Interstate 495 in Bellingham, Massachusetts. Jeffrey is writing a book about Theresa's case. Part 2 of 3.    You can follow The Consult on social media: X/Twitter  Instagram  Facebook    For additional information and resources, please visit our episode website:https://www.truecrimeconsult.com/65-the-unsolved-murder-of-theresa-corley-part-2/   Music “Light in the Basement” by John Hanske. Listen to more of John’s music on Spotify.   If you enjoyed this episode, consider supporting us on Patreon for early and ad-free episodes. Visit Patreon.com/theconsultpod to become a subscriber.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of The Consult, we delve into the unsolved murder of Theresa Corley, a 19-year-old woman whose body was discovered on December 8, 1978, in a gully alongside Interstate 495 in Bellingham, Massachusetts. Joining us is writer Jeffrey Cintolo, who is currently working on a book about Theresa’s case. We discuss the facts surrounding her murder, the investigation, and the lingering questions that remain over four decades later. Part 1 of 3.    You can follow The Consult on social media: Twitter  Instagram  Facebook    For additional information and resources, please visit our episode website: https://www.truecrimeconsult.com/64-the-unsolved-murder-of-theresa-corley-part-1/   Music “Light in the Basement” by John Hanske. Listen to more of John’s music on Spotify.   If you enjoyed this episode, consider supporting us on Patreon for early and ad-free episodes. Visit Patreon.com/theconsultpod to become a subscriber.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jack Fox, the host of Never A Truer Word on YouTube, joins Julia Cowley for an in-depth discussion on statement analysis. They discuss its significance, Jack’s methodology, common indicators of truthfulness and deception, and the challenges involved in applying the technique. The conversation also delves into Jack’s analysis of The Watcher case, and he offers some of his fascinating insights.   You can follow The Consult on social media: X/Twitter  Instagram  Facebook    For additional information and resources, please visit our episode website: https://www.truecrimeconsult.com/63-statement-analysis-with-jack-fox/   Music “Light in the Basement” by John Hanske. Listen to more of John’s music on Spotify.   If you enjoyed this episode, consider supporting us on Patreon for early and ad-free episodes. Visit Patreon.com/theconsultpod to become a subscriber. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we profile the murderer of John and Geraldine Magee, who were found shot to death in their Andover, Massachusetts home on December 14, 2011. The Magee’s Lexus SUV was also stolen and found on fire in the North End of Boston.   You can follow The Consult on social media:  X/Twitter Instagram  Facebook  For additional information and resources, please visit our episode website: https://www.truecrimeconsult.com/62-the-mansion-murders/   Music “Light in the Basement” by John Hanske. Listen to more of John’s music on Spotify. If you enjoyed this episode, consider supporting us on Patreon for early and ad-free episodes. Please Patreon.com/theconsultpod to become a subscriber.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brett Talley, co-host of The Prosecutors and Legal Briefs podcasts, joins Julia Cowley for an insightful discussion on ethics in true crime. We explore the responsibilities of creators when presenting sensitive cases, the balance between storytelling and respecting victims, and the impact of true crime content on the justice system.   You can follow The Consult on social media: X/Twitter  Instagram  Facebook    For additional information and resources, please visit our episode website: https://www.truecrimeconsult.com/61-true-crime-ethics-with-brett-talley/   Music “Light in the Basement” by John Hanske. Listen to more of John’s music on Spotify.   If you enjoyed this episode, consider supporting us on Patreon for early and ad-free episodes. Visit Patreon.com/theconsultpod to become a subscriber. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In Part 2 of our analysis of the JonBenét Ramsey case, we continue our look at this infamous unsolved murder. We explore victimology, behavioral analysis concepts, and examine the offender profile. Part 2 of 2.  You can follow The Consult on social media: X/Twitter  Instagram  Facebook    For additional information and resources, please visit our episode website: https://www.truecrimeconsult.com/60-the-murder-of-jonbenét-ramsey-part-2/   Music “Light in the Basement” by John Hanske. Listen to more of John’s music on Spotify .   If you enjoyed this episode, consider supporting us on Patreon for early and ad-free episodes. Visit Patreon.com/theconsultpod to become a subscriber.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

One of our most requested cases, the murder of six-year-old JonBenét Ramsey, has sparked endless debate and sensational reporting over the years. In this episode, we strip away the noise, speculation, and media frenzy to get back to the basics. Join us as we take a fresh look at the facts, analyze the behavioral elements of the case, and discuss key profiling concepts. Our goal is to provide clarity and perspective on one of the most infamous unsolved cases in modern history. Part 1 of 2.   You can follow The Consult on social media: Twitter  Instagram  Facebook    For additional information and sources, please visit our episode website: https://www.truecrimeconsult.com/59-the-murder-of-jonbenét-ramsey-part-1/   Music “Light in the Basement” by John Hanske. Listen to more of John’s music on Spotify.   If you enjoyed this episode, consider supporting us on Patreon for early and ad-free episodes. Visit Patreon.com/theconsultpod to become a subscriber.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In 2014, the Broaddus family purchased what they thought was their dream home in Westfield, NJ, only to be terrorized by an anonymous letter writer known as “The Watcher.” In this episode, we do a behavioral analysis of The Watcher letters to examine the possible motives and characteristics of their mysterious author. Part 2 of 2.   You can follow The Consult on social media: X/Twitter  Instagram  Facebook  For additional information and resources, please visit our episode website: https://www.truecrimeconsult.com/58-the-watcher-part-2/   Music “Light in the Basement” by John Hanske. Listen to more of John’s music on Spotify.   If you enjoyed this episode, consider supporting us on Patreon for early and ad-free episodes. Visit Patreon.com/theconsultpod to become a subscriber. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We tell the eerie story of "The Watcher" case, an unsettling true crime mystery. In 2014, the Broaddus family purchased what they thought was their dream home in Westfield, New Jersey, only to find themselves targeted by an unknown letter-writer calling themselves The Watcher. The letters quickly turned from bizarre to terrifying, as the anonymous writer revealed details about the family and made veiled threats. In our next episode, we’ll be conducting a behavioral analysis of The Watcher letters to examine the possible motives and characteristics of their mysterious author.   You can follow The Consult on social media: X/Twitter  Instagram  Facebook    For additional information and resources, please visit our episode website: https://www.truecrimeconsult.com/57-the-watcher-part-1/   Music “Light in the Basement” by John Hanske. Listen to more of John’s music on Spotify.   If you enjoyed this episode, consider supporting us on Patreon for early and ad-free episodes.Visit Patreon.com/theconsultpod to become a subscriber.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, retired FBI profilers Julia Cowley, Angela Sercer, Susan Kossler Drew, and Bob Drew are joined by Josiah Ward and Daniel Bright, the hosts of Next of Kin: The Untold Story of Jim Duckett. This is part 2 of 2 of our analysis of the 2008 murder of Jim Duckett in Shelbyville, Kentucky. If you have any information about the murder of Jim Duckett, please call the Kentucky State Police at (502) 227-2221. You can also text a tip to 67283 by typing "KSPTIP" in the message field, leave a space, and then enter the information you wish to provide.    You can follow The Consult on social media: X/Twitter Instagram  Facebook  For additional information and resources, please visit our episode website: https://www.truecrimeconsult.com/56-the-murder-of-jim-duckett-part-2/   Music “Light in the Basement” by John Hanske. Listen to more of John’s music on Spotify. If you enjoyed this episode, consider supporting us on Patreon for early and ad-free episodes. Visit Patreon.com/theconsultpod to become a subscriber. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.