{"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 34-Year Hunt for Krista Martin’s Killer","slug":"the-34-year-hunt-for-krista-martin-s-killer","published_at":"2026-09-20T03:47:07+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/forensic-files-unsealed-6989771/the-34-year-hunt-for-krista-martin-s-killer","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/forensic-files-unsealed-6989771","url":"https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-34-year-hunt-for-krista-martin-s-killer--75250016","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/75250016/dna_identifies_krista_martin_s_1989_killer.mp3","summary":"This episode details the 1989 cold case of Krista Martin, a 20-year-old woman who was sexually assaulted and murdered in her Wichita, Kansas apartment. Despite extensive initial efforts by law enforcement, the investigation remained unsolved for over three decades until investigative genetic genealogy provided a modern breakthrough. Using DNA evidence from the original crime scene, detectives constructed a family tree that identified Paul Hart as the primary suspect. Although Hart died in a 1999 car accident, authorities confirmed through his daughter’s DNA that he lived near the victim at the time of the attack. The findings brought long-awaited closure to Martin's family, proving that advanced forensic science can resolve even the most stagnant cases. This narrative emphasizes the persistence of investigators and the evolving technology used to deliver justice for victims of violent crime. 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":"This episode details the 1989 cold case of Krista Martin, a 20-year-old woman who was sexually assaulted and murdered in her Wichita, Kansas apartment. De…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":3338,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/forensic-files-unsealed-6989771/episodes/the-34-year-hunt-for-krista-martin-s-killer/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-34-year-hunt-for-krista-martin-s-killer.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}