Forensic Friday

Join us for a quick chat about the unfolding situation involving a man accusing a female executive colleague at one of the biggest banks in the world of sexual harassment.  We warn against trial by social media and discuss implicit bias while considering the messy landscape of “internal investigations.”  The stakes are high and the public airing of details can make recovery for a victim or falsely accused more difficult. 

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Disclaimer: Jeannine and Natalie are commentators on publicly sourced information. Any case information and opinions are based on records in the public domain and are purely speculative in nature. Their comments are not meant to diagnose or treat any condition for listeners, and they are not functioning as licensed therapists providing services on the show. Any information shared based on general client experiences is coincidental and not meant to identify current or past clients. If you or someone you love is having a mental health crisis, please contact 911 or the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988.

In 1964, Jacques Mossler, a multi-millionaire financier, was found brutally murdered in his Key Biscayne apartment, stabbed 39 times. The investigation quickly turned toward his wife, Candy Mossler, and her nephew, Mel Powers, uncovering an allegedly illicit and incestuous romance that shocked the nation. This episode dives into the sensational trial that followed, exploring how the defense turned the 'forbidden' nature of the defendants' relationship into a distraction that led to one of the most controversial 'not guilty' verdicts in Florida history.

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Disclaimer: Jeannine and Natalie are commentators on publicly sourced information. Any case information and opinions are based on records in the public domain and are purely speculative in nature. Their comments are not meant to diagnose or treat any condition for listeners, and they are not functioning as licensed therapists providing services on the show. Any information shared based on general client experiences is coincidental and not meant to identify current or past clients. If you or someone you love is having a mental health crisis, please contact 911 or the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988.

This week we bring you a special guest and a fun community event here in Colorado! We talk to our new forensic bestie Keri Cotterman about the mission of Safe Shelter of St Vrain, and their upcoming Met Gala Watch Party at the Times Collaborative in Longmont.

Safe Shelter of St Vrain is a local shelter for survivors of domestic violence serving Longmont and the surrounding areas for over 48 years. Their mission is "to provide safety, support and resources to individuals affected by domestic and gender based violence, abuse in later life, teen dating violence, and human trafficking."

If you're in the area, please show up and walk the red carpet in your highest of high fashion (or your favorite sweats!) on Monday, May 4th for their free Met Gala Red Carpet watch party! Listen to live music, learn about the shelter, meet others in the community, and sign up for a chance to win fabulous prizes! 

More details at: https://www.safeshelterofstvrain.org/metgala

If you can't attend but would like to donate to the cause, you can do so at: https://www.safeshelterofstvrain.org/donate-1 

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Disclaimer: Jeannine and Natalie are commentators on publicly sourced information. Any case information and opinions are based on records in the public domain and are purely speculative in nature. Their comments are not meant to diagnose or treat any condition for listeners, and they are not functioning as licensed therapists providing services on the show. Any information shared based on general client experiences is coincidental and not meant to identify current or past clients. If you or someone you love is having a mental health crisis, please contact 911 or the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988.

Eight children, ages 3 to 11, lost their lives in a single morning in Shreveport, but was this tragedy preventable? In this episode, we analyze the ignored warning signs that preceded Shamar Elkins’ rampage. From his 2019 conviction for firing shots near a school to his January 2026 stay in a VA hospital for 'dark thoughts,' the red flags were waving long before the first shot was fired on Harrison Street. We investigate the legal systems meant to prevent felons from obtaining firearms and the specific failures in domestic violence intervention that left Elkins’ wife and ex-wife vulnerable despite the escalating tension of their separation

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Disclaimer: Jeannine and Natalie are commentators on publicly sourced information. Any case information and opinions are based on records in the public domain and are purely speculative in nature. Their comments are not meant to diagnose or treat any condition for listeners, and they are not functioning as licensed therapists providing services on the show. Any information shared based on general client experiences is coincidental and not meant to identify current or past clients. If you or someone you love is having a mental health crisis, please contact 911 or the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988.

Join us between sessions today while we chat about kids, books, CrimeCon Vegas, and a few other topics of interest

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Disclaimer: Jeannine and Natalie are commentators on publicly sourced information. Any case information and opinions are based on records in the public domain and are purely speculative in nature. Their comments are not meant to diagnose or treat any condition for listeners, and they are not functioning as licensed therapists providing services on the show. Any information shared based on general client experiences is coincidental and not meant to identify current or past clients. If you or someone you love is having a mental health crisis, please contact 911 or the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988.

The arrest of architect Rex Heuermann in July 2023 was a shock to the world, but the evidence had been there all along. Today, we investigate the two forces that kept this case cold: systemic victimology and police malpractice. We analyze the profile of the 'successful professional' vs. the 'hidden victims' he targeted, and how the moral judgments of society and law enforcement created a 13-year head start for the killer. Featuring a breakdown of the Burke scandal and the forensic breakthroughs that finally bypassed the corruption, this is a deep dive into the darkest corners of Long Island justice.

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Disclaimer: Jeannine and Natalie are commentators on publicly sourced information. Any case information and opinions are based on records in the public domain and are purely speculative in nature. Their comments are not meant to diagnose or treat any condition for listeners, and they are not functioning as licensed therapists providing services on the show. Any information shared based on general client experiences is coincidental and not meant to identify current or past clients. If you or someone you love is having a mental health crisis, please contact 911 or the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988.

Let's talk about the latest in the Taylor Franke Paul case. The filings from the attorneys and the kids Guardian Ad Litem are in, and they echo a lot of what we've said so far. Let's talk about the case, the arguments, and whether reactive violence like we've seen in this case is ever justified

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Disclaimer: Jeannine and Natalie are commentators on publicly sourced information. Any case information and opinions are based on records in the public domain and are purely speculative in nature. Their comments are not meant to diagnose or treat any condition for listeners, and they are not functioning as licensed therapists providing services on the show. Any information shared based on general client experiences is coincidental and not meant to identify current or past clients. If you or someone you love is having a mental health crisis, please contact 911 or the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988.

Moriah 'Mo' Wilson was a rising star in the gravel cycling world, but her life was cut short just days before a major race in Austin, Texas. This episode explores the tragic intersection of talent and jealousy. We break down the complex relationship between Mo, fellow cyclist Colin Strickland, and his girlfriend, Kaitlin Armstrong. We examine the evening of May 11, 2022, and the forensic evidence—from digital tracking to ballistics—that pointed investigators toward a suspect who had already begun to vanish into thin air.

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Disclaimer: Jeannine and Natalie are commentators on publicly sourced information. Any case information and opinions are based on records in the public domain and are purely speculative in nature. Their comments are not meant to diagnose or treat any condition for listeners, and they are not functioning as licensed therapists providing services on the show. Any information shared based on general client experiences is coincidental and not meant to identify current or past clients. If you or someone you love is having a mental health crisis, please contact 911 or the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988.

In this episode, we take a therapist’s view of the spectrum of self-harm. We dive into the clinical reality of true suicidality—the deep-seated pain and hopelessness that lead to a lethal crisis—and provide resources for stabilization and recovery. However, we don't shy away from the dark side of these threats: coercive control. We discuss how abusers use 'suicidal blackmail' to trap partners in toxic cycles and why calling their bluff with a 911 call is often the most compassionate and protective action you can take. Join us as we unpack the ethics, the empathy, and the boundaries required when a life is on the line.

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Disclaimer: Jeannine and Natalie are commentators on publicly sourced information. Any case information and opinions are based on records in the public domain and are purely speculative in nature. Their comments are not meant to diagnose or treat any condition for listeners, and they are not functioning as licensed therapists providing services on the show. Any information shared based on general client experiences is coincidental and not meant to identify current or past clients. If you or someone you love is having a mental health crisis, please contact 911 or the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988.

He was a successful Aurora dentist and a father of six, but behind the scenes, James Craig was plotting the unthinkable. This week, we break down the March 2026 guilty verdict in the murder of his wife, Angela Craig. We explore the damning digital evidence that broke the case wide open—from his search history for 'undetectable poisons' to the delivery of potassium cyanide to his dental office. We discuss how a series of spiked protein shakes became the weapon in a calculated plan to start a new life with a woman in Texas, and how a colleague’s suspicion eventually led to his arrest.

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Disclaimer: Jeannine and Natalie are commentators on publicly sourced information. Any case information and opinions are based on records in the public domain and are purely speculative in nature. Their comments are not meant to diagnose or treat any condition for listeners, and they are not functioning as licensed therapists providing services on the show. Any information shared based on general client experiences is coincidental and not meant to identify current or past clients. If you or someone you love is having a mental health crisis, please contact 911 or the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988.