Dark Finds Podcast
Dark Finds Podcast
Podcast Description
Some stories just hit different. Welcome to The Dark Finds Podcast, hosted by writer, true crime creator, and psychology enthusiast Gary Colton. Each episode takes you deep into the world of those who’ve lived through — or created — something extraordinary. From fighters, musicians, and war veterans to cult survivors, ex-cons, psychologists, and entrepreneurs, we explore the lives of people who exist on the edge of the norm. Through honest, often raw conversations, we uncover their journeys, insights, struggles, and what drives them.
At its core, Dark Finds is fueled by one obsession: understanding human behavior in all its forms.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast explores a diverse array of topics related to human behavior, criminal psychology, and redemption, with episodes focusing on themes such as survival stories, cult dynamics, addiction recovery, and the legal system, exemplified by discussions with guests like Karen Conti on serial killers and Brent Cassity on personal transformation.

Some stories just hit different. Welcome to The Dark Finds Podcast, hosted by writer, true crime creator, and psychology enthusiast Gary Colton. Each episode takes you deep into the world of those who’ve lived through — or created — something extraordinary. From fighters, musicians, and war veterans to cult survivors, ex-cons, psychologists, and entrepreneurs, we explore the lives of people who exist on the edge of the norm. Through honest, often raw conversations, we uncover their journeys, insights, struggles, and what drives them.
At its core, Dark Finds is fueled by one obsession: understanding human behavior in all its forms.
This week I’m joined by Jared Bradley, CEO of MVAC Systems, and host of the All Things Crime Podcast. We discuss the innovative technology behind the MVAC, its applications in forensics, and its impact on solving cold cases, it’s wild what this technology can do and how it’s changing the game in DNA retrieval, so stick around to hear about it and some of the high profile cases it been used on.
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Takeaways
Jared Bradley has been the CEO of MVAC Systems for over 15 years.
The MVAC technology was initially developed for food safety before pivoting to forensics.
MVAC has helped solve thousands of cases worldwide, including a 61-year-old cold case.
DNA can last a long time if collected and stored properly.
The MVAC collects DNA more effectively than traditional methods.
Jared served in the military and has a background in sales and pharmaceuticals.
MVAC is sold to law enforcement agencies, and training is provided for its use.
High-profile cases like the West Memphis Three highlight the importance of DNA testing.
The chance of getting away with crimes has decreased due to advancements in technology.
Keywords
MVAC, forensics, DNA technology, cold cases, criminal justice, Jared Bradley, true crime, law enforcement, crime solving, All Things Crime, DNA, Cold Cases

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