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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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38:46

Furlough Fears and Community Resources

Forensic Friday ·

2025/11/05

It's a hard time for a lot of folks right now, and we want to give you some tips to help get through these stressful times, as well as some resources you may not have thought of that can help with your metal, financial, and physical wellbeing. As always, reach out if you need extra support and stay safe and sane forensic friends Support the show Disclaimer: Jeannine and Natalie are commentators on publicly sourced information. Any case information and opinions are based on records in the pub...

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98:21

Surviving Coercive Control — Grace’s Story

Forensic Friday ·

2025/10/31

In this gripping episode of Forensic Friday, we sit down with survivor and advocate @gracee_elizabethh host of @whyshestayedpodcast to shed light on the hidden tactics of domestic abusers — and the extraordinary courage it takes to break free. Grace opens up about: How the relationship began with charm, intensity, and “you’re my everything”The subtle red flags that escalated into full-scale controlThe trauma bond that made leaving feel impossibleThe moment she realized her life was at riskHow...

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36:09

Toxic Ties: What is Trauma Bonding?

Forensic Friday ·

2025/10/29

Why do people stay in relationships that hurt them? This mini-episode explains the powerful psychological concept of Trauma Bonding—a dynamic often mistaken for love, where cycles of abuse and affection create an intense, addictive attachment. We clearly define this pattern and compare it to other maladaptive relationship styles, including dependent and codependent attachment. Finally, we discuss what the goal should be: establishing a healthy, secure attachment and offer a brief look at what...

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72:50

Into the Fire: A Mother's Fight to Find the Truth

Forensic Friday ·

2025/10/24

We examine the horrific true story at the heart of the documentary Into the Fire: The Lost Daughter. The series reveals the tragedy of Aundria Bowman, who disappeared after enduring years of alleged abuse by her adoptive father, Dennis Bowman, which was largely ignored by authorities. We discuss the shocking details of Dennis Bowman's history, how his arrest in an unrelated cold case ultimately led to his confession in Aundria's murder 30 years later, and the profound questions the case raise...

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19:43

Roam the K9 Hero and Fur Babies

Forensic Friday ·

2025/10/22

On Wednesday August 15th, Roam the police k9 was stabbed during the police response to a domestic violence call. He was treated and is expected to make a full recovery, but it got us thinking about our animal companions. Listen in as we talk a little about our furry friends, and tell us about yours in the comments. 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...

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70:21

Psychopath?: Chris Watts Part 2

Forensic Friday ·

2025/10/17

Welcome back to part 2 of our discussion on the Chris Watts case. We discuss the follow up interviews by the incredible investigative team working the case, and try to unravel the big question of whether the psychopathy diagnosis fits the man behind the murders or whether there's a different set of labels that make more sense. Sound off in the comments whether you agree with our final assessment or not! Support the show Disclaimer: Jeannine and Natalie are commentators on publicly sourced in...

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46:14

Love is Blind: Cast Breakdown and Hot Takes

Forensic Friday ·

2025/10/15

Ali and Anton? Madison and Joe? Nat and Jeannine! We take a lighter moment this week to talk about our latest trash reality obsession, Love is Blind. All the hot takes on the top couples and the lowdown on the Denver dating scene from some local gals thankful not to be in it. And sound off in the comments if you think our takes are trashier than the show! Support the show Disclaimer: Jeannine and Natalie are commentators on publicly sourced information. Any case information and opinions are ...

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50:31

Unthinkable: Chris Watts' Double Life (Part 1)

Forensic Friday ·

2025/10/10

Before the world learned the horrific truth, Chris Watts appeared on television pleading for the return of his family. This is Part 1 of our two-part examination of the devastating Chris Watts case. We delve into the early life and financial struggles of the Watts family, the betrayal that fractured the marriage, and the chilling double life Chris maintained. We cover the moment the initial missing persons report was filed and the immediate, unsettling lies Chris told to investigators and the...

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31:08

Ask a Nerd: G on Algorithm Anxiety

Forensic Friday ·

2025/10/08

In this episode we bring back special guest Producer G! Jeannine peppers him woth all her favorite doom scrolling questions and we talk about 'The Algorithm', the secret fact that AI is so very stupid, and why TikTok is so bad for you. 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 to diagnose or tr...

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67:43

20 Stab Wounds, Zero Answers: The Death of Ellen...

Forensic Friday ·

2025/10/03

How can a death be ruled a suicide when the evidence points to a crime? This week, we investigate the perplexing case of Ellen Greenberg. We detail the bizarre elements of the scene—the locked apartment and the nature of her injuries—that have led many to question the official ruling. We pay close attention to the irregularities in the medical examiner's findings and the subsequent legal battles over her changing cause of death. Finally, we delve into the surrounding details, including the co...

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21:31

Carolina Cold Case:What Happened to Shelton Sanders

Forensic Friday ·

2025/10/01

Welcome back Forensic Friends. In this episode, we share a story from one of the amazing people we met at CrimeCon, Wilveria Sanders. She shared the story of her brother, Shelton Sanders, who went missing in 2001 in South Carolina and is presumed murdered. We wanted to pass it along to our forensic friends and ask for your help. If you have any information about the case, the suspect, or anything to help this grieving family find closure, please let us or the Sumter County, SC sheriffs office...

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91:35

Strangulation Isn't Sexy: Shooting the Sh*t with...

Forensic Friday ·

2025/09/26

In this special episode we welcome back our forensic friend Sandie Campinella to help give us a peek behind the curtain from law enforcement dealing with domestic violence calls. She tells us about primary vs predominant aggressors and how LEOs are trained to tell the difference. We also talk about some example cases from her history, why strangulation victims often come across as the aggressor after the fact, and why she's the worst personal assistant for a nun. Support the show Discl...

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84:04

Shootin the Sh*t with Sandie - Part 1

Forensic Friday ·

2025/09/24

We welcome our good friend Sandie Campanella to the pod to tell us about her journey from the army in a divided Berlin, to waitressing, to law enforcement, to becoming one of the best voices for positive change in Colorado law enforcement and the handling of domestic violence calls. Bring a shooter of butterscotch 99 and, pre-emptively: Sorry Tina! Support the show Disclaimer: Jeannine and Natalie are commentators on publicly sourced information. Any case information and opinions are based o...

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56:06

Susan Powell: The Hidden Signs of a Deadly Marriage

Forensic Friday ·

2025/09/19

The disappearance of Susan Powell and the subsequent deaths of her two children shocked the nation. This episode is a deep dive into the perpetrator, her husband Josh Powell, and the psychological and behavioral traits of a family annihilator. We discuss the documented history of coercive control and abuse in the Powell home and the tragic conclusion of this case. The most important part of our conversation is a frank and necessary discussion on domestic violence and safety, including resourc...

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51:49

Walk This Way: The Science of Victim Selection

Forensic Friday ·

2025/09/17

In a world where you're always told to 'be aware,' we're going a step further: we’re teaching you how to walk with purpose. We dive into the psychology behind the 1980 gait study, where inmates were asked to rate the vulnerability of people walking on the street. We'll reveal the key differences in how victims and non-victims carry themselves and discuss how our personal histories—what we call embodied trauma—can affect our body language. Finally, we give you the most memorable takeaway: why ...

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66:06

A Heavy Week: Current Events

Forensic Friday ·

2025/09/12

Hey y'all. This week has felt really heavy on our hearts. We know it has for you too. We discuss the death of Charlie Kirk, the train murder, and the shooting right here in Colorado. Lets take some time to talk through our grief together and see if we can't find some community and some hope. 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 ...

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Hi Forensic Friends! Our CrimeCon 2025 Debrief

Forensic Friday ·

2025/09/10

We are so, so grateful to all of our forensic friends old and new who came out to see us atCrimeCon. We're doing our best to rest and recuperate, but wanted to give a quick recap and shout out some highlights from the awesome sessions we attended and the amazing people we met. Thanks y'all, and see you at the next one! 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...

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Bonus Episode - BLOOPERS

Forensic Friday ·

2025/09/10

A special thank you to all our crimecon listeners from producer G. Some of the unhinged nonsense normally left on the cutting room floor. Enjoy! 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 to diagnose or treat any condition for listeners, and they are not functioning as licensed therapists provid...

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80:03

Mr. and Mrs. Murder-Double Dating to Death

Forensic Friday ·

2025/09/05

People will really sleep with their best friends spouse and then kill the friend and marry the spouse instead of going to therapy. In this special CrimeCon 2025 episode we talk about the documentary Mr and Mrs Murder and ask the big questions: What would these wild couples have looked like in couples counseling? Would it have prevented the tragic ending they came to? And what was Blythe's deal? Join us for thought experiments, couples counseling tools, and psychological profiling (allegedly) ...

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44:32

The Unknown Number: Harassment, Catfishing, and...

Forensic Friday ·

2025/09/03

In this episode we talk through (spoilers ahead) the Netflix show Unknown Number and ask the big questions. Namely: WTF? WTAF?! and What the hell is wrong with you, Kendra?! We discuss histrionic behavior, munchausen-by-proxy in the digital age, and if and how it's possible to come back from a big, big screw-up. Some people will ruin their kids lives instead of going to therapy. Don't be one of them! Support the show Disclaimer: Jeannine and Natalie are commentators on publicly sourced infor...

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