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Forensic Friday

Jeannine Anderson & Natalie Halcomb

Welcome to Forensic Friday where we examine the intersection of true crime, psychology and the heart of being human in the middle of it all. Jeannine Anderson, MA, LPC, LAC, DVCS and Natalie Halcomb, MA, LPC, DVCS Apprentice are a dynamic duo providing forensic services to clients all along the front range in Colorado. Both specialize in risk assessment, psychopathy, trauma, relationships, and motivational interviewing. In addition to their work in the criminal justice system, Nat and Jeannine

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12:53

Midweek Mini: DVOMB Conference Special

Forensic Friday ·

2025/07/16

Y'all...we are so tired! We're back from our annual conference with brains full and voices shot. We just want to shout out some of our wonderful friends and fans we met in the mountains and let you know we appreciate all our listeners. We're keeping it brief this week to let our voices (and out producer) rest, but we love our Forensic Friends! Support the show Disclaimer: Jeannine and Natalie are commentators on publicly sourced information. Any case information and opinions are based on rec...

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56:04

The Mind of a Mass Shooter: James Holmes and the...

Forensic Friday ·

2025/07/11

In this episode, we discuss the July 20th, 2012 mass shooting at the midnight premier of the Dark Knight Rises in Aurora, Colorado. We talk about the events that took place and the heroic actions of law enforcement in the immediate aftermath. We dissect the deep psychological issues that plagued Holmes throughout his life and discuss his mindset in the lead up to the atrocity, including a debate about the balance between mental illness, detachment from reality, and premeditation in criminal a...

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36:18

Run Run Run: Even More Dating Red Flags

Forensic Friday ·

2025/07/09

Back by request, we bring you more of our hand-picked, ripest, reddest flags. Who is paying for dates? Who's criticizing whom? And bro, why is your ex calling me rn? Listen in and sound off in the comments and DMs about your own list of dating red flags Support the show 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...

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46:54

From Falling Rocks to First Degree Murder: the Arvada...

Forensic Friday ·

2025/07/04

How does a seemingly reckless act by teenagers escalate to murder? We dive into the Joseph Koenig case, where a night of throwing rocks tragically ended a life. This episode unpacks the psychological factors behind such actions, including the unique challenges of juvenile impulsivity and the powerful, often unseen, force of peer dynamics that can lead young individuals astray. We'll also provide a brief overview of juvenile recidivism statistics and the distinctions between conditions like co...

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37:50

The Kids are NOT Alright: the Effects of...

Forensic Friday ·

2025/07/02

In this episode we talk about the effects of DV and high-conflict relationships on kids in the house. Yes, they hear it. Yes they notice. Yes it affects them. No, being on the ipad doesn't protect their brain from the stress. Listen in for a breakdown of some statistics, some brain physiology, and a whole lot of experience from Nat and Jeannine. And remember, it's never too late to turn it around by getting some help for you and your kids. Support the show Disclaimer: Jeannine and Natalie ar...

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37:05

Court Orders & Consequences: The Lindsey Shiver Case

Forensic Friday ·

2025/06/27

This episode we turn our focus to the ongoing Lindsey Shiver case, using it as a lens to explore the critical issues surrounding high-conflict divorce, the welfare of children, and adherence to legal mandates. We investigate the dynamics of the Shivers' separation, discussing the failures in co-parenting that often accompany such disputes. A significant part of our conversation will center on Lindsey Shiver's documented challenges in following court orders, examining the implications of such ...

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48:21

BRAVING Trust: How to Build & Evaluate Connections

Forensic Friday ·

2025/06/25

Ever wished you had a roadmap for trust? This mini-episode introduces you to just that: Brené Brown's transformative BRAVING framework for the Anatomy of Trust. Discover how setting Boundaries, demonstrating Reliability, practicing Accountability, holding a Vault, showing Integrity, offering Non-judgment, and extending Generosity are key to both earning and discerning trust. We'll explore each piece in detail and share our own honest reflections on the aspects of BRAVING that push us the most...

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57:58

The Ex-Files: Michelle Hadley and the Craigslist Plot

Forensic Friday ·

2025/06/21

Catch a quick update on the Karen Read verdict before we plunge into a true crime story almost too wild to believe: the case of Michelle Hadley. Imagine being falsely accused, jailed, and facing life in prison for horrific crimes you didn't commit, all at the hands of your ex-partner and his new spouse. This episode uncovers the intricate and twisted 'rape fantasy' Craigslist scheme, the layers of deception employed to frame Michelle Hadley, and the painstaking investigation that brought the ...

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66:08

“Ginny and Georgia”: Antisocial Females and...

Forensic Friday ·

2025/06/18

Caution: spoilers ahead! In this episode, we talk about the Netflix series Ginny and Georgia and discuss what the writers absolutely nailed about the characters' personalities (and personality disorders, maybe?) and the real world consequences we've seen in kids who grow up in emotional turmoil and traumatic, criminogenic, and antisocial households. Support the show Disclaimer: Jeannine and Natalie are commentators on publicly sourced information. Any case information and opinions are ...

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63:23

The Cleveland House of Horror: Surviving Ariel Castro

Forensic Friday ·

2025/06/13

Join us as we recount the chilling story of Ariel Castro, the Cleveland man who abducted and held three young women captive for years. This episode walks through the disturbing timeline of how Michelle Knight, Amanda Berry, and Gina DeJesus disappeared, their agonizing decade in captivity, and the complex investigation that eventually led to the charging Castro with 977 horrific crimes. We examine the details of the case that shocked the world, the conditions that led to this level of trauma,...

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35:54

Sneaky Relationship Red Flags: Domestic Violence...

Forensic Friday ·

2025/06/11

When it comes to a relationship, there's a fine line between quirk Rom-Com persistence and being on the wrong end of a Lifetime thriller. In this episode, Nat and Jeannine share their list of the top red flags you might miss in that pink relationship cloud. From cyberstalking to early codependency to the underhanded leaving-my-earring-behind, we help you identify problem behaviors before you fall down the dating rabbit hole. Support the show Disclaimer: Jeannine and Natalie are comment...

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The Gone Girl who Won't Stay Gone: the Return of...

Forensic Friday ·

2025/06/06

In this follow up episode, we talk about Sherri Papini's not-so-glorious return to the spotlight. We dissect the latest documentary and try to suss out what part of her latest story is truth or fiction (or somewhere in between). We also give our thoughts on things like histrionic personality disorder, childhood trauma and attention seeking, and how easy it is for some therapists to get snowed. Support the show Disclaimer: Jeannine and Natalie are commentators on publicly sourced infor...

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36:41

Who is in the Driver's Seat? Internal and External...

Forensic Friday ·

2025/06/04

Do you believe you're the architect of your own success, or a pawn in a game of chance? This quick dive into locus of control will help you figure it out! We explain the core tenets of internal locus of control – where your efforts drive outcomes – versus external locus of control, where luck, destiny, or other people call the shots. Discover how identifying your dominant locus of control can empower you to better navigate challenges and build resilience in your life. Support the show Discla...

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51:12

Hateful Loner to Patron Saint of Incels: The Elliot...

Forensic Friday ·

2025/05/30

How did one individual's hatred and sense of entitlement spark a dangerous movement? In this episode, we explore Elliot Rodger's profound influence on violent incel culture. We break down the elements of his worldview, including his distorted locus of control, and his acts of violence that resonate within these communities, leading to his 'saint'-like status among some. We'll draw disturbing parallels to the Columbine shooters and the alleged Moscow Idaho killer, demonstrating the tangible an...

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48:15

Entitled to Sex: Incel Culture and Extreme Violence

Forensic Friday ·

2025/05/28

Ahead of this Friday's episode, here's an introductory episode designed to clarify the often-mystifying world of incels and the redpill movement. We define essential terms, from the symbolic 'red pill' to the archetypes of 'Chad' and 'Stacy,' explaining the foundational beliefs that fuel these online groups. This episode is crucial listening to understand the increasing dangers posed by the more extreme members of these communities, and providing context for our upcoming, deeper exploration o...

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69:35

"Cool Mom" Silvia Ann Johnson: Sex, Drugs, and Double...

Forensic Friday ·

2025/05/23

In this episode, we talk about the case of the so-called "cool mom", Silvia Ann Johnson, who engaged in drug fueled sex with her high- school- aged kids' friends, ultimately ending some lives and destroying others. We talk about the underlying psychology of what kind of person does something like this, the criminogenic needs that do and don't feed this kind of behavior, and touch on the discrepancies that exist in the courts and public opinion when it comes time to compare women who prey on y...

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57:39

The Real Red Ranger and the Roommate Run-In: Ricardo...

Forensic Friday ·

2025/05/16

Now it's Jeannine's turn to tell us about a Power Ranger murder, this time with 100% more actual ranger. A story of power and control, ambiguous self defense stories, and the dangers of getting in the middle of a bad relationship. Nat and Jeannine discuss Ricardo Medina Jr's actions and mindset, and share a little about the potential pitfalls of bad roommates and being the third wheel. Support the show Disclaimer: Jeannine and Natalie are commentators on publicly sourced information. A...

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26:05

Midweek Mini: What is Your Therapist REALLY Thinking?

Forensic Friday ·

2025/05/14

Have you ever wondered what your therapist thinks of you? Or what's going through their mind when they're sitting with you? And how do they sit with all these people with all these different emotions all day? In this episode, Nat and Jeannine tell all, giving you a little insight into what your therapist might have going on behind the scenes. Support the show Disclaimer: Jeannine and Natalie are commentators on publicly sourced information. Any case information and opinions are b...

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77:21

The Hawks, the Yacht, and the Powerless Non-Ranger:...

Forensic Friday ·

2025/05/09

In this episode, we talk about a murder perpetrated by a former power rangers actor... but not that one! Skylar Deleon is a former child actor turned career criminal who built a cadre of inmates, guards, and a baby mama to try to scam and murder their way to wealth at the expense of a very nice retired couple. We discuss the convoluted crime, the sloppy way they covered their tracks, and how they totally failed to achieve their aims. Support the show Disclaimer: Jeannine and Natalie ar...

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25:42

Hawaiian Husband Horror: What We Know About the...

Forensic Friday ·

2025/05/07

Another (Allegedly) Awful Husband, a much nicer cliff! In this midweek mini, we discuss what we know so far about the Gerhardt Konig case. We talk about the facts of what likely happened, detail the allegations of power and control and abuse, and compare this case with some of our past (least) favorite forced cliff diving coaches (ew, Steve!). Be sure to check out our merch store for the newest drops! Support the show Disclaimer: Jeannine and Natalie are commentators on publicly source...

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