{"podcast":{"title":"Forensic Files Unsealed","slug":"forensic-files-unsealed-6989771","podcast_index_feed_id":6989771,"rss_url":"https://www.spreaker.com/show/6265883/episodes/feed","website_url":"https://decorthreads.com/","image_url":"https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/5d71fee6a504dae16083ac217a084e0d.jpg","author":"AC Wilson","episode_count":548,"summary":"Forensic Files Unsealed takes you beyond the original cases and into the deeper world of forensic investigation, hidden details, and unanswered questions behind real-life crimes. Each episode revisits compelling cases involving forensic science—from DNA breakthroughs and digital evidence to overlooked clues that changed everything. We go beyond the headlines and reenactments to explore what really happened, how investigators pieced together the truth, and what details often go unspoken in public case summaries. Whether it’s cold cases, courtroom revelations, or scientific breakthroughs, this podcast pulls back the curtain on the evidence that solves—or sometimes complicates—the story. Disclaimer Forensic Files Unsealed is an independent true crime podcast created for informational and educational purposes only. All cases discussed are based on publicly available records, news reports, court documents, and documented investigative material. This podcast does not claim to provide legal advice, nor does it assert the guilt or innocence of any individuals mentioned. Some interpretations are based on analysis and may include commentary or speculation intended to explore investigative p…","last_synced_at":"2026-09-21T06:18:59.524765+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/forensic-files-unsealed-6989771"},"episode":{"title":"The 22nd Caller: The DNA Hunt for Lisa Valdez","slug":"the-22nd-caller-the-dna-hunt-for-lisa-valdez","published_at":"2026-09-20T03:41:11+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/forensic-files-unsealed-6989771/the-22nd-caller-the-dna-hunt-for-lisa-valdez","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/forensic-files-unsealed-6989771","url":"https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-22nd-caller-the-dna-hunt-for-lisa-valdez--75250003","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/75250003/utf_8_q_the_5fkiller_5fon_5flisa_5fvalde_utf_8_q_z_e2_80_99s_5fanswering_5fmachine_m4a.mp3","summary":"In May 1998, Lisa Valdez was discovered dead in her Diamond Heights condo following a violent struggle that left significant amounts of blood evidence. Investigators initially faced dead ends after two potential suspects, including an obsessive coworker, were cleared through DNA and fingerprint testing. The case remained unsolved for over a decade until a CODIS database match linked an unknown male profile from the crime scene to Anthony Quinn Hughes. Although Hughes had dated Valdez in high school and claimed innocence, his fingerprint on a toilet seat and a voicemail left after the murder solidified his involvement. Despite his attempts to feign a different persona during the trial, a jury found him guilty of second-degree murder. This resolution finally provided the victim’s family with long-awaited closure after thirteen years of uncertainty. Content Warning: This podcast contains discussions of homicide, violence, abuse, and other graphic themes related to real-life criminal events. It is intended for mature audiences and listener discretion is advised. This episode includes AI-generated content.","meta_description":"In May 1998, Lisa Valdez was discovered dead in her Diamond Heights condo following a violent struggle that left significant amounts of blood evidence. In…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":2644,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/forensic-files-unsealed-6989771/episodes/the-22nd-caller-the-dna-hunt-for-lisa-valdez/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/forensic-files-unsealed-6989771/the-22nd-caller-the-dna-hunt-for-lisa-valdez.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}