Criminology

By Emash Digital

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Criminology is a true crime podcast that takes a deep dive into some of the most famous cases in the annals of crime. Hosts Mike Ferguson and Mike Moreford will give you every details of these infamous crimes. Each season is a new case told over 8-10 episodes.

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	EPISODES LIST
		Introducing Assassinations In this commercial-free episode, catch a special preview of the new podcast, Assassinations from the Parcast Network. Included is part 1 of the JFK assassination. Subscribe to Assassinations here Find the Parcast Network here Support the show.	11.29.2018
		S4 Ep8 - Christy Mirack In this final episode of season 4, we discuss the 1992 murder of 25-year-old school teacher Christy Mirack in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. We also examine the investigation and the genetic genealogy that, years later, would help identify her killer. We wrap up the episode by talking about a few other cases that were solved in 2018 using this incredible new technology. You can help support the show by going to patreon.com/criminology Support the show.	11.18.2018
		S4 Ep7 - Holly Cassano, Michella Welch, and Jennifer Bastian In this episode, we are profiling more cases solved in 2018 through the use of DNA and genetic genealogy. We discuss the 2009 murder of 22-year-old Holly Cassano in Mahomet, IL. We also discuss two cases somewhat connected in Tacoma Washington. 12-year-old Michella Welch was murdered in March of 1986. 5 months later, 13-year-old Jennifer Bastian was murdered. The murder of Holly Cassano and Michella Welch were solved this year using DNA and genetic genealogy. Jennifer's murder was solved in 2016 but wanted to profile her case because of the strange connection between her murder and that of Michella. You can help support the show by going to patreon.com/criminology Support the show.	11.11.2018
		S4 EP 6 Joseph Newton Chandler, Buckskin Girl, and Lyle Stevik In this episode of Criminology, we discuss 3 different cases where identities were matched after many years using genetic genealogy. The cases of Joseph Newton Chandler, Lyle Stevik, and Buckskin girl prove that DNA and genetic genealogy are being used to identify more than just killers. All 3 of these matches occurred in 2018. You can help support the show by going to patreon.com/criminology Support the show.	11.04.2018
		S4 EP5 - Robert Eugene Brashers Robert Eugene Brashers began murdering in 1985 as he drifted from state to state. Police had his DNA but he never made their radar since he wasn't in any database. His murderous ways ended in 1999 when he died in a stand-off with police. But it wouldn't be until 2018 that Brashers would be tied to his murders through the use of Genetic Genealogy. Support the show.	10.28.2018
		S4 Ep4 - April Marie Tinsley In 1988, 8-year-old April Marie Tinsley was abducted and murdered in her hometown of Fort Wayne Indiana. The senseless murder rocked the entire town of Fort Wayne. Investigators struggled to find April's killer even though he left DNA behind. Her killer would terrorize the town through the years through his writings, some of which he put in the bicycle baskets of little girls. It would be 30 years before investigators, using a combination of DNA and genetic genealogy, would identify the man they believed murdered April. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology Support the show.	10.21.2018
		S4 Ep3 - The Murders of Jay Cook and Tanya Van Cuylenborg In 1987, 20-year-old Jay Cook and 18-year-old Tanya Van Cuylenborg were murdered on a trip from Victoria British Columbia to Seattle Washington. Police investigated the case for years but could not solve it. They had DNA evidence but no suspect to match it up to. It wasn't until 2018, with the help of forensic genealogy, that they were able to find out who left that DNA over 30 years ago. You can help support the show by going to patreo.com/criminology Support our sponsors: Madison Reed at madison-reed.com/criminology Winc at winc.com/criminology Support the show.	10.14.2018
		S4 Ep2 - Genealogy Meets Science We continue to explore the new DNA and forensic genealogy technics that are being used to solve cold cases. We're laying the groundwork, giving you all of the information you need ahead of the cases we'll be covering this season. In this episode, we talk to Colleen Fitzpatrick who has an extensive resume in using DNA and forensic genealogy to help give police names to aid in their investigation. We also talk to Steve Armentrout, the CEO of Parabon Nanolabs, whose company has been instrumental in many of the recent cases that have been solved using DNA and forensic genealogy. You can help support the show by going to patreon.com/criminology Support the show.	10.07.2018
		S4 Ep1 - A new era in crime fighting Forensic genealogy has ushered in a new era in crime fighting. Season 4 of Criminology is all about cases solved in 2018 using forensic genealogy techniques and databases to match old DNA to suspects. GedMatch and Parabon are names that have been in the news lately as they have been used to solved cold cases. We will be covering these cases in depth over the course of Season 4. In this first episode we lay the ground work by diving into how law enforcement is using this public information to zero in on suspects to solve cold cases. We have a great conversation with Paul Holes about his work with forensic genealogy that lead to the capture of Joseph DeAngelo in the infamous Golden State Killer case. We also talk with Curtis Rogers the founder of GedMatch which was instrumental in zeroing in on DeAngelo and and a number of other cold case suspects. You can help support the show by going to patreon.com/criminology Please support our sponsors: Madison Reed - Go to madison-reed.com/criminology and use the promo code criminology to get 10% off plus free shipping on your first color kit Winc - Go to trywinc.com/criminology to get your first 4 bottles of wine for only $40 Bombas - Got to bombas.com/criminology and use the promo code criminology to get %20 off your first order Support the show.	09.30.2018
		02 - Charles Horvath Charles Horvath went missing in 1989 while backpacking across Canada. His mother, Denise Horvath-Allan, has been searching for him for 29 years Support the show.	09.16.2018
		01 - The San Francisco Witch Killers We're discussing the case known as the San Francisco Witch Killers. It’s an interesting case in which mental illness, drugs, and the twisted beliefs of Jim Carson and Susan Barnes converge and leave a trail of murder victims along the way. In addition to the details of the case, in this episode you will hear from the daughter of one of them and she tells us what it was like having to grow up with all of this in her life, and what it was like knowing her own father was a serial killer. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology Season 4 of Criminology begins on September 29. Help support Criminology by supporting our sponsors: Bombas socks - visit bombas.com/criminology and use the promo code criminology to 20% off your first order. Support the show.	09.02.2018
		S3 Ep4 - Ted Bundy Part 4 In this fourth and last episode of our Ted Bundy series, we close it out by talking with some Bundy experts and authors. They are able to provide some amazing insight into the infamous serial killer. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology Support the show.	08.26.2018
		S3 Ep3 - Ted Bundy Part 3 Ted Bundy was an infamous American serial killer who targeted young females. In this third episode, we discuss Bundy's murders in Florida including those he committed at the Chi Omega sorority house. We dive into his capture and eventual execution. Bundy gave a number of interviews before he was executed and these allow us to analyze him, or do they? Who was the true Ted Bundy behind the mask, showing people what they wanted to see, and telling them what they wanted to hear? Support the show.	08.19.2018
		S3 Ep2 - Ted Bundy Part 2 Ted Bundy was an infamous American serial killer who targeted young females. In this second episode, we dive further into the murders committed by Bundy and the methods he used to lure his victims. We also discuss his life in politics. As the number of murders and sexual assaults he committed rose, victims came forward with his description. Once that was put out into the public, people who knew Ted Bundy started to come forward to police that he looked very much like the composite sketch. It's just a matter of time before the law catches up to him. Support the show.	08.12.2018
		S3 Ep1 - Ted Bundy Part1 Theodore Bundy was an infamous American serial killer who targeted young females. He is responsible for murdering more than 30 women and girls in the 1970s. Bundy was charming and handsome, and he used these attributes to his advantage in luring his victims. In this first episode on Ted Bundy, we focus primarily on his childhood and talk about some of the early warning signs that he exhibited. We'll discuss his love life, his relationship with Ann Rule, and his first murder. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology Support the show.	08.05.2018
		The Murder in My Family Invite A promo for Morf's new podcast The Murder In My Family.	07.14.2018
		The Murder in my Family Preview episode Mike ‘Morf’ Morford co-host of Criminology invites you to check out his brand new true crime podcast, The Murder In My Family featuring a single murder case in each episode, and an interview with a family member of the victim. You can subscribe on...	06.11.2018
		S2 Ep15 - The Golden State Killer In this final episode of season 2 we take a look at the background and timeline of the arrested suspect Joseph J. DeAngelo. We have multiple interviews with people who interacted with DeAngelo, one man who worked with him for many years. He...	06.03.2018
		S2 Ep14 - The Original Nightstalker In this episode we are focusing the last two murders committed in the EAR/ONS/GSK series. We are joined by family members who provide insight into the victims, the details of the crimes, and the aftermath. The connections between the East Area Rapist...	05.27.2018
		S2 Ep13 - The Orange County Killer We start off this episode giving an update on the 2nd court appearance of the suspect Joseph J DeAngelo. Then we continue with the murders committed by the East Area Rapist/Golden State Killer. He strikes next in Orange County murdering a young couple...	05.20.2018
		Introducing The Wonderland Murders The Wonderland Murders takes you on journey back to the drug- and sex-fueled world of 1970s L.A. all building to brutal multiple murder just off the Sunset Strip. You can hear the first two episodes right now by searching for The Wonderland Murders on Apple Podcasts, wherever you’re listening to this, or visit wondery.fm/criminology	05.17.2018
		S2 Ep12 - The Diamond Knot Killer A double murder occurs in an affluent neighborhood of Ventura California. The press would dub the suspect "The Diamond Knot Killer" because of the intricate knots he used to bind his victims. It wouldn't be until years later that police would figure...	05.13.2018
		S2 Ep11 - The Creek Killer The East Area Rapist moves to Southern California and becomes known as The Original Night Stalker and later The Golden State Killer. We start to talk about the murders that this individual committed in Southern California. But at the same time...	05.06.2018
		S2 Ep10 - The East Area Rapist Vanishes The arrest of a suspect in this case has grabbed the world's attention like nothing we've seen recently in the world of true crime. And like all of you, we'll be glued to the events as they unfold. But, we still have a ways to go in our coverage of...	04.29.2018
		S2 - Bonus episode - Suspect Arrested A suspect as been arrested in the EAR/GSK case. We wanted to put out a bonus episode to talk about this unbelievable break in the case. We will cover this in more depth as additional details continue to come out. An Emash Digital Production	04.26.2018
		S2 Ep9 - The Homework In this 9th episode of Season 2 we delve into more crimes commited by the EAR/GSK. We hear from a victim that has chosen for the first time to publicly come forward to talk about her ordeal. We hear more from some of the detectives that worked the...	04.22.2018
		S2 Ep8 - EAR targets Modesto and Davis Episode 8 brings with it more attacks by the East Area Rapist. He had terrorized Sacramento County. He had struck in Stockton. Many residents outside of this area were not as fearful, thinking it would not happen in their town. But when EAR attacks in...	04.15.2018
		S2 Ep7 - The Air Force Couple In episode 7, we dive into some additional communication that may be from the East Area Rapist. There is a call we'll play that was made to the Sacramento PD. What may be the first written communication by EAR is sent to multiple outlets. And he...	04.08.2018
		Introducing Felonious Florida Leave behind the beaches, the theme parks and the tropical breezes. This is the dark side of the Sunshine State. Listen to Felonious Florida on Apple podcasts, wherever you’re listening to this or go to wondery.fm/criminology	04.03.2018
		S2 Ep6 - EAR's Youngest Victim Speaks The EAR is still on the loose and terrorizing Sacramento County. But he will move out of his home area and strike fear in Stockton, California. In this episode we talk to a number of people associated to the case. We speak with Detective Sgt....	04.01.2018
		S2 Ep5 - Roots in Visalia? The East Area Rapist/Golden State Killer has been terrorizing the citizens of Sacramento county. We talk about additional attacks to start this episode. There were a number of sightings of strange people in different neighborhoods, some posing as...	03.25.2018
		S2 Ep4 - Tracking the MO of a Predator The East Area Rapist / Golden State Killer continues to terrorize Sacramento county. As the attacks begin to mount it becomes evident that the specifics of each, as well as the descriptions of the attacker are similar. But the attacker does begin to...	03.18.2018
		S2 Ep3 - A Monster Terrorizes The story of the East Area Rapist / Golden State Killer continues in this episode 3 of Season 2 of Criminology. The unidentified rapist continues to terrorize women all over Sacramento county. His tactics are brazen and oftentimes bizarre. Join...	03.11.2018
		S2 Ep2 - A Victim Speaks Out In this second episode of season 2 of Criminology you are going to hear from various people associated with this case. Jane Carson Sandler was the 5th victim of the monster and she joins us to talk about her experience and how her life was changed....	03.04.2018
		S2 Ep1 - The Epicenter of Fear Criminology is back for Season 2! This season we will doing an in depth look at one of America's most infamous unsolved cases. This predator goes by many names: The East Area Rapist, The Golden State Killer, and the Original Night Stalker. This person...	02.25.2018
		S2 - Introduction episode This is the introduction episode for season 2 of the Criminology podcast. Mike Ferguson and Mike Morford will unveil the topic for the second season and talk about what you can expect to hear as it unfolds. We also have a sample of the type of...	02.18.2018
		S1 Ep12 - Season 1 Zodiac Finale This is the finale episode of season 1 of Criminology and the end of the Zodiac series. We have a couple of great interviews in this episode. We discuss the effect of Zodiac on pop culture, the books, and the movies that have been made over the years....	10.29.2017
		S1 Ep11 - Zodiac Ciphers Conversation In this episode we take a deeper dive into Zodiac's Cipher communications. Dave Oranchak joins us to provide greater insight into the ciphers. Why was the 408 cipher solved while subsequent ciphers were not? What were the differences between them all...	10.22.2017
		S1 Ep10 - Zodiac Suspects Part 2 We continue the discussion on Zodiac suspects in this part 2 episode of the Zodiac suspects. This part 2 focuses some of the lesser known suspects, some of which have developed in recent years. We also discuss some of the various suspects that have...	10.15.2017
		S1 Ep9 - Zodiac Suspects The Zodiac known and potential crimes have been wrapped up in previous episodes. We've also covered the known and potential communication to the police and press. Now it is time to talk about the potential Zodiac suspects. In this part 1 of 2 episodes...	10.08.2017
		S1 Ep8 - A Killer's Epilogue In this eighth episode of season 1 of Criminology we continue to explore both confirmed and unconfirmed Zodiac activity. This includes possible early murders as well as additional correspondence. Join Mike and Morf as they continue the...	10.01.2017
		S1 Ep7 - Looking In Lake Tahoe In this episode we explore the aftermath of the discovery of Zodiac's Riverside connection being exposed. There are a number of incidents that could be related to the Zodiac and we discuss those in detail. Zodiac would even resume his correspondence...	09.24.2017
		S1 Ep6 - Zodiac's Riverside Roots Examined In this examine we continue the examination into Zodiac's connection with the murder of Cheri Jo Bates in Riverside, CA. We dissect the letter that was mailed to both the police and the paper about a month after Cheri's death. Then we discuss a poem...	09.17.2017
		S1 Ep5 - The Riverside Connection In this episode we talk about the tip which leads Paul Avery down the path of investigating a murder in Riverside which could be connected to Zodiac. If it is, it's very possible that this could be his first murder. In 1966 a college freshman named...	09.10.2017
		S1 Ep4 - A Killer Takes Credit In March of 1970 a woman traveling through California with her 10-month old daughter would have a frightening experience. A man would trick her into thinking something was wrong with her car on the highway. The woman and her baby would be luck to...	09.03.2017
		S1 Ep3 - A Killer Changes His MO In this episode we pick up the investigation of the Lake Berryessa attack that we covered in episode 2. There are some very good clues found at the crime scene. A murder of a cab driver in San Francisco appears to be random, most likely committed...	08.27.2017
		S1 Ep2 - A Killer Deciphered An unknown killer has attacked two couples in lover's lane situations. 3 of the 4 victims involved died. The 1 surviving victim gave limited details. The killer had initial communications to police taking credit for both attacks. In...	08.20.2017
		S1 Ep1 - A Killer Strikes Just before Christmas in 1968, a killer targeted a couple out on their first date sitting in a lover's lane. The senseless murder would shock the quiet town of Vallejo, California and the surrounding areas. What the police and public could not foresee...	08.13.2017
		S1 - Introduction Introduction episode for a new true crime podcast called Criminology. Criminology delivers every detail of an infamous true crime case told over the span of 8-10 episodes. Mike Ferguson and Mike Moreford are the hosts of Criminology and will be...	07.27.2017

LAST EPISODE

Introducing Assassinations

11.29.2018

In this commercial-free episode, catch a special preview of the new podcast, Assassinations from the Parcast Network. Included is part 1 of the JFK assassination. Subscribe to Assassinations here Find the Parcast Network here Support the show.