{"podcast":{"title":"Murder Files Unsealed","slug":"murder-files-unsealed-6698983","podcast_index_feed_id":6698983,"rss_url":"https://www.spreaker.com/show/6017387/episodes/feed","website_url":"https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/murder-files-unsealed--6017387","image_url":"https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/85b705e7765fb92baea0b9e8a2deadb8.jpg","author":"AC Wilson","episode_count":1000,"summary":"Welcome to \"Murder Files Unsealed\" a True Crime Podcast, your portal into the darkest corners of the human psyche and the chilling stories that have left an indelible mark on society. Join us as we delve deep into the realms of real-life mysteries, unsolved cases, and the minds of both criminals and investigators. 🎙️ Podcast: Tune in to our gripping podcast episodes, where we breathe life into these haunting tales through immersive storytelling and in-depth interviews with experts, detectives, and survivors. Each episode takes you on a rollercoaster of emotions, from shock and fear to empathy and hope. Whether you're a seasoned true crime enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, our podcast offers a captivating blend of suspense, intrigue, and human drama. 🕵️‍♀️ Our Commitment: At \"Murder Files Unsealed,\" we are dedicated to respecting the sensitivity of these stories while ensuring that the voices of victims and their families are heard. We strive to shed light on the relentless pursuit of justice, the tireless efforts of law enforcement, and the resilience of survivors. Our content is meticulously researched, and we approach each case with empathy and integrity. Join us on this ca…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-25T16:22:53.217409+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/murder-files-unsealed-6698983"},"episode":{"title":"The Thumb Butte Trail Killer: DNA's 36-Year Pursuit","slug":"the-thumb-butte-trail-killer-dna-s-36-year-pursuit","published_at":"2026-07-21T19:42:22+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/murder-files-unsealed-6698983/the-thumb-butte-trail-killer-dna-s-36-year-pursuit","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/murder-files-unsealed-6698983","url":"https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-thumb-butte-trail-killer-dna-s-36-year-pursuit--73092179","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73092179/dna_identifies_the_dead_thumb_butte_killer.mp3","summary":"The episode details the decades-long investigation into the 1987 murder of Cathy Sposito on a popular hiking trail in Prescott, Arizona. For over thirty years, the case remained cold despite the recovery of male DNA from the brutal crime scene. Breakthroughs in forensic genetic genealogy eventually allowed investigators to link the killing to Brian Bennett, a man with a history of violent sexual assaults in the region. Although Bennett died by suicide in 1994, detectives confirmed his guilt by exhuming his remains and matching his DNA to the evidence. This process also connected him to multiple other victims, finally providing closure to the community and Sposito’s family. The narrative highlights how modern scientific advancements can solve historical crimes that were once considered unsolvable. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/murder-files-unsealed--6017387/support . This episode includes AI-generated content.","meta_description":"The episode details the decades-long investigation into the 1987 murder of Cathy Sposito on a popular hiking trail in Prescott, Arizona. For over thirty y…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":2339,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/murder-files-unsealed-6698983/episodes/the-thumb-butte-trail-killer-dna-s-36-year-pursuit/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/murder-files-unsealed-6698983/the-thumb-butte-trail-killer-dna-s-36-year-pursuit.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}