We resume our deep-dive into the 13-part Netflix docuseries The Staircase. We share insights about Elizabeth Ratliff’s death, Kathleen’s autopsy findings, Michael’s infidelities (redux), and the blowpoke (not a euphemism in this case, just a fireplace poker you can, apparently, blow). 

CW | TW: This episode discusses graphic crime scene details, including blood imagery and strong sexual themes. NSFW. Profanity included. Listener discretion is advised.

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Show Concept | Researcher | Lead Writer: Drew Hudson

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Sources

Docuseries: The Staircase (2018) | Netflix

Article: “Cerebral Hemorrhage” via UTHealth Houston Neurosciences (med.uth.edu)

Article: “Diagnosis of Hemorrhagic Stroke in an Exhumed Brain After Three Years of Burial in a Deep Grave” by Bennet Omalu, Jennifer Hammers, Todd Luckasvic via NIH (Journal of Forensic Science; 57(6); pubmed.ncbi.nlm.hig.gov)

Article:  “Forensic Autopsy” by Ritesh G. Menezes and Francis N. Monteiro via NIH (Journal of Forensic Science; ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)

Peterson Emails: “Strange Than Friction” via Vance Holmes (vanceholmes.com)