Forensic Tales

Rockefeller Audio
  • 4.2 (382)
  • True Crime
  • Updated Weekly

Not all stories have happy endings... Hosted by Courtney Fretwell, M.S. in Forensic Psychology, Forensic Tales is a weekly true crime podcast with a forensic twist. Each episode features real cases and explores how forensic science, criminal profiling, and investigative techniques were used to uncover the truth—or, in some cases, left more questions than answers. From fingerprint analysis and DNA evidence to bloodstain pattern analysis and behavioral profiling, every episode breaks down the science behind the headlines. Whether it's a solved murder, a cold case, or a controversial investigation, Forensic Tales takes you beyond the crime scene and into the forensic evidence that shaped the case.

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  1. 1d ago

    The Widower: Thomas Randolph

    #357 - When Sharon Causse was shot and killed inside her Las Vegas home in 2008, her husband, Thomas Randolph, claimed he had killed the intruder responsible. But the physical evidence raised questions about his story. From cartridge cases to a ski mask without blood or bullet holes, investigators began reconstructing a suspected staged home invasion—and uncovering the troubling history of a man who had been married six times. This week on Forensic Tales, we examine Sharon’s murder, the case against the so-called “Black Widower,” and the forensic evidence that challenged his account. Listener discretion: domestic violence If you recognize parts of your own relationship in this story, or you’re worried about someone you love, support is available. In the United States, you can contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline by texting the word START to 88788, or chat online at thehotline.org.  Forensic Tales is a Rockefeller Audio production, written and produced by Courtney Fretwell. Support the show on Patreon (get early ad-free access to episodes, monthly bonus episodes & more): patreon.com/forensictales Website & Episode Sources: https://www.forensictales.com/thomas-randolph Follow Forensic Tales: Instagram: @forensictales TikTok: @forensictales Facebook: Forensic Tales Contact: courtney@forensictales.com Our Sponsors: * Check out Vinted: https://www.vinted.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

  2. 1d ago

    Introducing The Jordan Harbinger Show

    The Jordan Harbinger Show is a podcast with incredible guests, from experts speaking on major global topics, to more personal discussions on issues like navigating your career or romantic life. I have become a regular listener and hope you enjoy it too.

    Introducing The Jordan Harbinger Show

  3. 6d ago ·  Bonus • Subscribers Only

    The Murder of Mary Schlais

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  4. Oct 19

    The Mysterious Death of Alan Abrahamson

    #356 - When 71-year-old Alan Abrahamson was found shot dead near his gated Florida community, the missing weapon pointed investigators toward murder. But unusual purchases, a puzzling timeline, and a digital trail revealed a different story. This week on Forensic Tales, explore how physical evidence and digital forensics helped unravel Alan’s death—and why his life deserves to be remembered beyond the headlines. Content warning: Discussion of suicide and self-harm. If you or someone you know is in crisis, call 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. You can also call the network, previously known as the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, at 800-273-8255, or text HOME to 741741.  Forensic Tales is a Rockefeller Audio production, written and produced by Courtney Fretwell. Support the show on Patreon (get early ad-free access to episodes, monthly bonus episodes & more): patreon.com/forensictales Website & Episode Sources: https://www.forensictales.com/alan-abrahamson Follow Forensic Tales: Instagram: @forensictales TikTok: @forensictales Facebook: Forensic Tales Contact: courtney@forensictales.com Our Sponsors: * Check out Vinted: https://www.vinted.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

  5. Oct 12

    The Poisoning Death of Mary Yoder

    #355 - In 2015, healthy 60-year-old chiropractor Mary Yoder suddenly became violently ill and died less than 48 hours later. Toxicology revealed that she had been poisoned with colchicine, but identifying who gave it to her would divide her family and community for years. A suspicious letter, a bottle hidden inside her son’s Jeep, conflicting digital evidence, and touch DNA eventually led investigators to his ex-girlfriend, Katie Conley. But after two trials, a conviction, and its eventual reversal, one question remains: Who really poisoned Mary Yoder? Forensic Tales is a Rockefeller Audio production, written and produced by Courtney Fretwell. Support the show on Patreon (get early ad-free access to episodes, monthly bonus episodes & more): patreon.com/forensictales Website & Episode Sources: https://www.forensictales.com/mary-yoder Follow Forensic Tales: Instagram: @forensictales TikTok: @forensictales Facebook: Forensic Tales Contact: courtney@forensictales.com Our Sponsors: * Check out Vinted: https://www.vinted.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

  6. Oct 5

    The Unsolved Murders of Bill and Peggy Stephenson

    #354 - When 74-year-old Bill and Peggy Stephenson failed to attend church on Memorial Day weekend in 2011, their family immediately knew something was wrong. Inside their secluded Kentucky condo, investigators discovered a brutal double murder and one of the strangest staged crime scenes they had ever encountered. More than 15 years later, unknown DNA, a partial fingerprint, and disturbing evidence withheld from the public have yet to reveal who killed the beloved couple or why. Forensic Tales is a Rockefeller Audio production, written and produced by Courtney Fretwell. Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/forensictales Website & Episode Sources: https://www.forensictales.com/the-unsolved-murders-of-bill-and-peggy-stephenson Follow Forensic Tales: Instagram: @forensictales TikTok: @forensictales Facebook: Forensic Tales Contact: courtney@forensictales.com Our Sponsors: * Check out Vinted: https://www.vinted.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

  7. Sep 28

    The Murder of Colette Aram

    #353 - Five long weeks after a 16-year-old girl is brutally murdered, a chilling letter arrives on a police desk. The arrogant killer boasts about wearing a plastic Halloween mask and details exactly how he strangled her. He ends with a chilling promise to the investigators: “You will never get me.”  For more than 25 years, he was right… He disappeared into the crowd, completely undetected.  But he didn’t realize he left behind a microscopic witness that would eventually hunt him down. Forensic Tales is a Rockefeller Audio production, written and produced by Courtney Fretwell. Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/forensictales Website & Episode Sources: https://www.forensictales.com/the-murder-of-colette-aram Follow Forensic Tales: Instagram: @forensictales TikTok: @forensictales Facebook: Forensic Tales Contact: courtney@forensictales.com Our Sponsors: * Check out Vinted: https://www.vinted.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

  8. Sep 28 ·  Bonus • Subscribers Only

    The Murder of Steven Cozzi

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Not all stories have happy endings... Hosted by Courtney Fretwell, M.S. in Forensic Psychology, Forensic Tales is a weekly true crime podcast with a forensic twist. Each episode features real cases and explores how forensic science, criminal profiling, and investigative techniques were used to uncover the truth—or, in some cases, left more questions than answers. From fingerprint analysis and DNA evidence to bloodstain pattern analysis and behavioral profiling, every episode breaks down the science behind the headlines. Whether it's a solved murder, a cold case, or a controversial investigation, Forensic Tales takes you beyond the crime scene and into the forensic evidence that shaped the case.

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  • Creator
    Rockefeller Audio
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    459
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Rockefeller Audio LLC
  • Show Website
    Forensic Tales
  • Provider
    Courtney Fretwell

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