In this episode, Jay and Misty sit down with licensed private investigator and genetic genealogist Jeremy Lipford, whose passion for solving mysteries was sparked by a friend's unexpected DNA discovery. Jeremy shares how he blends traditional investigative work with modern DNA tools to crack cold cases, identify unknown family members, and help bring missing persons home. From uncovering a father’s identity through 1800s Italian ancestry to assisting on Jane Doe cases and suspected serial homicides in the Mid-South, Jeremy’s work highlights the power of persistence, community science, and compassion.
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00:00 Welcome to Finding Family DNA
00:25 Jay's Private Investigation Background
00:55 Help Fund a Case! Join the Patreon!
01:49 Jay's Experience with Missing Persons Cases
04:33 Introducing Jeremy Lipford, The DNA Detective
06:32 Challenges in Missing Persons Cases
07:46 This Episode Is Brought To You By GEDMatch.com
08:22 Jeremy's Journey into Genetic Genealogy
11:33 The Process of Getting a PI License
14:31 Jeremy's Volunteer Work and Passion
18:43 Case Study: Red Flags in Genetic Genealogy
19:19 The PI Toolkit: Exclusive Databases and Resources
20:44 Creative Investigative Techniques
24:07 The Dynamics of the Genetic Genealogy Industry
33:17 Memorable Cases and Their Impact
36:21 Final Thoughts
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