{"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 Used Condom That Cracked Starr Harris’ Murder Case","slug":"the-used-condom-that-cracked-starr-harris-murder-case","published_at":"2026-09-16T15:08:09+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/forensic-files-unsealed-6989771/the-used-condom-that-cracked-starr-harris-murder-case","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/forensic-files-unsealed-6989771","url":"https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-used-condom-that-cracked-starr-harris-murder-case--75170623","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/75170623/the_killer_on_the_family_payroll.mp3","summary":"This episode profiles the tragic 2010 homicide of Starr Harris, a Tennessee office manager who was assaulted and killed near her home. Investigators initially struggled to identify a suspect because there was no sign of forced entry, though they eventually focused on an employee named Rickey Bell. While Bell claimed innocence, the discovery of a discarded condom provided the crucial biological evidence needed to link him to the sexual assault. A unique pistol-shaped lighter further connected the killer to the scene after his mother noticed her own was missing. Ultimately, the source details how DNA technology and forensic searches led to Bell’s conviction and life sentence. The piece highlights the profound emotional toll the crime took on the victim's family and her community. This episode includes AI-generated content.","meta_description":"This episode profiles the tragic 2010 homicide of Starr Harris, a Tennessee office manager who was assaulted and killed near her home. Investigators initi…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":3262,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/forensic-files-unsealed-6989771/episodes/the-used-condom-that-cracked-starr-harris-murder-case/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-used-condom-that-cracked-starr-harris-murder-case.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}