What the Forensics
What the Forensics is a true crime podcast that explores the world of forensic science through the lens of three hosts who, while not experts in the field, are deeply fascinated by the intersection of crime and science. Drawing on their university backgrounds in forensic science, the hosts take listeners on a journey through the fascinating world of forensic investigation, exploring real-life cases and the techniques and technologies used to solve crimes. With its unique perspective and engaging hosts, What the Forensics offers a fresh take on the true crime genre that's both informative and entertaining.Create your podcast today! #mad...
Episodes
Ep. 107 - What Happened to Laci Peterson?
In this episode we discuss the disappearance and murder of Laci & her unborn son Conner Peterson. This case is especially heartbreaking because it involves the death of a 8-month pregnant mother and her spouse is the most likely suspect. It…
Ep. 106 - Luck Be A Lady: Sharon Kinne
For this episode we discuss Sharon Kinne and her interesting life. She has to be one of the luckiest criminals we've ever covered, only getting caught after she died and an anonymous person came forward with her story. She's killed an unkno…
Ep. 105 - The September 11, 2001 Terror Attacks
This episode we discuss the tragedies that occurred on September 11, 2001. We go through some of the events that occurred on each of the four flights and some of the changes as a result of what happened. We recognize that this is a heavy t…
Ep. 104 - The Disappearance of Jennifer Hillier-Penney
This episode takes us to the very east coast of Canada in St. Anthony, Newfoundland. Jennifer Hillier-Penney disappeared on November 30, 2016, seven years later her husband is arrested for her murder. To date, her body has not been found an…
Ep. 103 - The Bathtub Girls
This episode will make you say WTF? We meet two teenage girls from small town Ontario who plot to kill their mom. "Sandra" and "Beth" spend a few months workshopping all the ways to get away with killing their mother before eventually succe…
Ep. 102 - Ted Bundy: Heinous, Atrocious, and Cruel
Extremely wicked, shockingly evil and vile are words we've all heard describe Ted Bundy. This episode we discuss Ted Bundy's heinous crimes and the lives of his victims before they were murdered. His killing spree supposedly began in Januar…
Ep. 101 - [REDACTED:] CIA Black Sites
This week we talk all about CIA Black Sites. Rebecca does an amazing job on educating us on what is classified as a black site and the types of atrocities that are going on in them. She tells us stories about people who have survived them a…
Ep. 100 - WTF?! That's So Strange...
That's suspicious....This episode we discuss the Oakville Blobs, Bigfoot, and the Dyatlov Pass incident. These three topics create an episode you don't want to miss!! Oh! And it's also our 100th episode!! Thank you so much for your continue…
Ep. 99 - Under The Bridge: The Reena Virk Story
Join us in this episode as we discuss the horrific death of 14 year old Reena Virk. This case takes place in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada in 1997 and all of the perpetrators were between the ages of 14-16. This case will pull at your …
Ep. 98 - The Attica Uprising
In this episode we discuss the conditions that led up to the Attica uprising as well as the reforms that resulted from it. It's important that we learn from this disaster as the conditions that these prisoners were living in should never be…
Ep. 97 - The Tragic Murder of Gabby Petito
In this episode we discuss the unfortunate circumstances that led up to the death of Gabby Petito and the subsequent death of her killer. This story took the world by storm 3 years ago and has recently done that again with the recent releas…
Ep. 96 - A Story of Neglect & Injustice: Lacey Fletcher
In this deeply disturbing and emotional episode, we examine the heartbreaking case of Lacey Fletcher, a Louisiana woman whose death in 2022 exposed unimaginable neglect at the hands of those who should have cared for her most—her parents.Co…
Ep. 95 - Sarah Winchester's Mysterious Mansion
In this spine-tingling episode, we dive into the eerie legend and history of the Sarah Winchester House—a sprawling, maze-like mansion built by the heiress to the Winchester rifle fortune. Said to be haunted by the ghosts of those killed by…
Ep. 94 - The Murder of Kimberly Proctor
In this heartbreaking episode we examine the brutal 2010 murder of 18-year-old Kimberly Proctor in Langford, British Columbia. What began as friendship spiraled into a horrific act of premeditated violence at the hands of two teenage boys. …
Ep. 93 - What Does The Illuminati Mean to You?
Secret societies, global control, and hidden agendas—few names spark as much intrigue as the Illuminati. But what’s real, and what’s just conspiracy? In this episode we dive into the origins of the Illuminati, its supposed influence over wo…
Ep. 92 - The Witch Doctor Killer Ahmad Suradji
In this eerie episode we dive into the chilling case of Ahmad Suradji, the Indonesian serial killer who claimed the lives of over 40 women in the name of dark rituals. Believing he could gain supernatural powers through his gruesome acts, S…
Ep. 91 - A Very Abhorrent, Unlikeable Man: Tsutomu Miyazaki
In this disturbing episode, we examine the horrifying crimes of Tsutomu Miyazaki, also known as the “Otaku Murderer” or “The Human Dracula.”Between 1988 and 1989, Miyazaki preyed on young girls in Japan, committing unspeakable acts that sho…
Ep. 90 - Bloody Valentine: Crimes of Passion and Tragedy
Valentine’s Day is meant to be a day of love, but for some, it has turned into a day of tragedy. In this chilling episode we explore shocking crimes that took place on or around February 14th, proving that even the most romantic day of the …
Ep. 89 - The Women of Gilgo Beach & The Long Island Serial Killer
In this haunting episode we explore the chilling case of the women found on Gilgo Beach and the mystery surrounding the Long Island Serial Killer (LISK). For over a decade, the discovery of multiple victims along the desolate shoreline has …
Ep. 88 - The Mad Bomber: An Explosive Story
In this explosive episode we investigate the case of George Metesky, the infamous “Mad Bomber” who terrorized New York City in the 1940s and 1950s. Metesky planted dozens of bombs in public places, leaving investigators baffled and desperat…
Ep. 87 - Secrets of the Tower of London
What do Isaac Newton, Barbary Lions and Moats have in common? The Tower of London.In this episode we unravel the haunting history of the Tower of London, one of the world’s most infamous landmarks. For centuries, the Tower has been a symbol…
Start 2025 with a little WTF...What The Forensics
Welcome to What The Forensics, the true crime podcast that deep dives into the science of solving mysteries. Start your year with WTF moments that made headlines—and the forensic science that uncovered the truth. With episodes covering How …
Ep. 86 - Death & Dark Rituals: Adolfo Constanzo
In this bone-chilling episode we delve into the horrifying crimes of Adolfo Constanzo, whose deadly rituals shocked the world. Combining drug trafficking with occult practices, Constanzo and his followers committed gruesome murders as part …
Ep. 85 - The Mother of Modern Forensics
In this fascinating episode, we celebrate the life and legacy of Frances Glessner Lee, the trailblazing pioneer known as the "Mother of Modern Forensics." A visionary in forensic science, Lee revolutionized crime scene investigation with he…
Ep. 84 - The Disappearance of Ryan Shtuka
In this emotional and perplexing episode, we examine the mysterious disappearance of Ryan Shtuka, a young man who vanished without a trace from Sun Peaks, British Columbia, in February 2018. After attending a party with friends, Ryan was la…
Ep. 83 - The Hillside Strangler(s)
What do hypnosis, Dissociative Identity Disorder and murder have in common??In this intense episode we explore the horrifying case of the Hillside Strangler, a pair of killers who terrorized Los Angeles in the late 1970s. Cousins Kenneth Bi…
Ep. 82 - It’s spooky, it’s strange, it’s a Halloween special!
Happy Halloween from us at What The Forensics! To celebrate, we've filled this episode full of spooky, scary stories that are sure to send a shiver down your spine. Some stories are ones that we've experienced personally, some are from list…
Ep. 81 - H. H. Holmes' House of Horrors
In this episode we discuss the infamous Dr. Henry Howard Holmes or H.H. Holmes. His claims to fame include potentially being America's first serial killer and building his "Murder Hotel". We uncover the truth behind his sensationalized crim…
Ep. 80 - The Dark Legacy of Canadian Residential Schools
In this episode we explore the tragic history of Canada's residential schools and the devastating legacy they left behind. For over a century, Indigenous children were forcibly taken from their families and placed in these schools, where th…
Ep. 79 - All Hell Broke Loose: What Happened to Noah Presgrove?
If you or anyone you know has any information about the death of Noah Presgrove please contact state authorities at 580-353-0783.In this episode, we dive into the baffling case of Noah Presgrove, whose untimely death has left investigators …
Ep. 78 - Yours in Murder: Son of Sam & Satanic Panic
In this spine-chilling episode we explore the dark and intertwined histories of David Berkowitz, the notorious "Son of Sam," and the widespread hysteria of the Satanic Panic. We begin by delving into the terrifying spree of murders committe…
Ep. 77 - Instruments of Pain: Historical Torture Devices
In this harrowing episode we delve into the brutal world of historical torture methods, examining some of the most infamous and excruciating forms of punishment ever devised. From the chilling precision of Lingchi, or "Death by a Thousand C…
Ep. 76 - Secrets & Symbols: Freemasons
In this episode we delve into the enigmatic world of the Freemasons. From their historical roots to their secretive rituals and symbols, we explore the myths, legends, and truths surrounding this centuries-old fraternal organization. Join u…
Ep. 75 - Unmasking the KKK's Legacy of Hate
In this episode we delve into the dark history and modern-day implications of the Ku Klux Klan. From its origins in the Reconstruction era to its resurgence in the 20th century, we uncover the Klan's tactics of terror, systemic racism, and …
Ep. 74 - Bind, Torture, Kill: The Dennis Rader Story
In this episode we uncover the terrifying true story of Dennis Rader, infamously known as the BTK Killer. For three decades, Rader eluded law enforcement while committing a series of brutal murders in Wichita, Kansas, taunting police and th…
Ep. 73 - Highway to Hell: Aileen Wuornos
In this episode we delve into the harrowing and controversial case of Aileen Wuornos, one of America's most infamous female serial killers. Known for her tumultuous life and violent crimes, Wuornos's story is a complex tapestry of trauma, s…
Ep. 72 - Drowned in Deception: George Joseph Smith
George Joseph Smith, robbing & murdering his wives (yes wives, plural) since 1898. He appeared to be a charming and respectable man, luring women into marriage before orchestrating their tragic deaths which became known as the "Brides in th…
Ep. 71 - Prescription for Evil: The Harold Shipman Case
In this episode we delve into the shocking case of Harold Shipman, one of the most prolific serial killers in modern history. Known as the "Doctor of Death," Shipman used his trusted position as a family physician to carry out a chilling ca…
Ep. 70 - Legs & Regs: The World of Wildlife Forensics
From the dense jungles of the Amazon to the vast savannas of Africa, wildlife forensics experts are on the front lines of the battle to protect endangered species from poaching, illegal trafficking, and habitat destruction. In this episode …
Ep. 69 - Dumb Criminals & How to NOT Get Away with Murder
This week we each found a number of cases with some exceptionally dumb criminals. Alternating through them you get to learn about some dumb cases, dumb alibis, and some relatively successful fingerprint removal techniques. This has got to b…