Criminology Chats
Podcast Description
This podcast delves into case studies, explores innovative research, and features interviews with specialists to illuminate the dynamic field of crime and justice.
Whether you are a student, a professional, or simply fascinated by crime narratives, there is much to discover. So, put on your headphones, relax, and join us as we navigate the complex realm of criminology.
Welcome to Criminology Chats—where we bring the educational experience right to your ears.
For more information and to enroll at The Chicago School, go to www.thechicagoschool.edu
New episodes become available bi-weekly on Thursday evenings at 7:00 PM Eastern Time.
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Our email: [email protected].
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast emphasizes themes around crime and justice, featuring specific topics such as forensic genetic genealogy, teamwork in solving cold cases, and the Sexual Assault Kit Initiative. Notable episodes include discussions on advancements in forensic techniques as seen in the resolution of a 40-year-old cold case connected to serial killers and insights from forensic DNA experts.
This podcast delves into case studies, explores innovative research, and features interviews with specialists to illuminate the dynamic field of crime and justice. Whether you are a student, a professional, or simply fascinated by crime narratives, there is much to discover. So, put on your headphones, relax, and join us as we navigate the complex realm of criminology.
On behalf of my co hosts Grace and Miranda, we would like to express our gratitude to all our followers and listeners. The past year and a half has been fantastic. We have received tremendous support from our audience.
We are pausing the release of new episodes as of May 13, 2026 – We will return August 13, 2026.
- For more information and to enroll at The Chicago School, go to www.thechicagoschool.edu
- Email us with questions, comments or ideas for new episodes at [email protected]
Today’s Criminology Chats case is a horrific one—an ex-boyfriend kills his ex-girlfriend’s family and a friend living on the property. What drives someone to commit something like this? What warning signs were missed? And how did a protective order—meant to keep someone safe—fail so completely?
Listen as JR and Grace delve into the case of Joseph Casterena.
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