Gabby Petito’s story captured the nation, but her parents made sure it led to action. In this episode, we examine Gabby’s tragic death and the powerful advocacy led by her parents, Nichole Schmidt and Joe Petito, in her name.

Through the Gabby Petito Foundation, they’ve worked to raise awareness about domestic violence, expand resources for victims, and push for real legislative reform. Their efforts helped pass Senate Bill 117 in Utah and the Gabby Petito Act in Florida, requiring law enforcement to conduct lethality assessments during domestic violence calls.

They also played a key role in passing Billy’s Law (Help Find the Missing Act), improving how missing persons are entered into national databases—because, as Joe Petito said, “Everyone deserves to be found.”

Gabby’s life mattered. And through her parents’ courage and advocacy, her legacy continues to save lives.

If you or someone you know needs help, contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233.

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In this episode, Natalie and Katrina break down the controversial case of Karen Read, accused of killing her boyfriend, Boston Police Officer John O’Keefe, during a 2022 snowstorm. What first appeared to be a tragic accident spiraled into allegations of police bias, mishandled evidence, conflicting timelines, and possible cover-ups.

Update

Since recording this episode, the story reached a dramatic conclusion: a jury found Karen Read not guilty on all charges. After years of controversy, public scrutiny, and questions about the integrity of the investigation, justice finally prevailed.

Karen was convicted of a lesser charge, operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol (OUI), and was sentenced to one year of probation.

In 1991, four teenage girls were murdered inside an Austin yogurt shop, a case that shocked Texas and led to wrongful convictions, overturned years later by DNA evidence. Now, in 2025, investigators have finally identified the real killer: Robert Eugene Brashers, a serial offender linked through forensic genetic genealogy.

Justice Seekers explores how the investigation went wrong, how science set it right, and what true justice means after three decades of unanswered questions.

In this episode, Natalie and Katrina explore the Delphi murders and how forensic science shaped the case against Richard Allen. They break down the limits of firearm and toolmark analysis, why “ballistics matches” aren’t always scientifically certain, and how flawed forensic methods have led to wrongful convictions across the U.S.

Learn more:
🔬 **Forensic Ballistics Science**

NIJ: Firearm and Toolmark Identification (https://nij.ojp.gov/topics/articles/firearm-and-toolmark-identification)

National Academy of Sciences (2009) Report (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK220360/)

⚖️ **Wrongful Convictions & Forensic Errors**

Innocence Project (https://innocenceproject.org/unvalidated-or-improper-forensic-science/)

National Registry of Exonerations (https://www.law.umich.edu/special/exoneration/Pages/forensics.aspx)

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In this episode, Natalie and Katrina explore the mysterious and controversial death of Edgar Allan Poe—one of America’s most celebrated writers and the inventor of detective fiction. They explore Poe’s enigmatic life, the circumstances surrounding his final days, and the many theories about his untimely demise. The discussion weaves together history, law, and forensic science, examining how the justice system of Poe’s era compares to today’s investigative tools.

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In this episode of Justice Seekers, attorneys Natalie and Katrina dive into one of Iowa’s most haunting unsolved mysteries, the disappearance of beloved news anchor Jodi Huisentruit.

On June 27, 1995, Jodi vanished from her Mason City apartment complex just hours before she was set to anchor the morning news. Her red Mazda Miata was found in the parking lot, belongings scattered, and drag marks on the pavement, but Jodi was gone.

Nearly three decades later, her case remains unsolved. Natalie and Katrina break down the evidence, timeline, and the key persons of interest including Jodi’s friend John Van Cise, convicted rapist Tony DeWon Jackson, and serial offender Thomas Corscadden. They explore investigative gaps, grand jury proceedings, and the sealed warrants that may still hold answers.

Could the truth about Jodi’s disappearance still be hidden in plain sight?

⚖️ In This Episode, We Discuss:

• The timeline of Jodi’s final hours
• What investigators found at her apartment and car
• Why police focused on John Van Cise
• The role of the grand jury and why it matters
• Other suspects and leads that never fully developed
• The ongoing search for justice nearly 30 years later

☎️ If You Have Information:

Contact the Mason City Police Department at 641-421-3636
or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (anonymous tips accepted).

🎧 About the Show:

Justice Seekers is hosted by attorneys Natalie and Katrina, who uncover the stories behind America’s most compelling true crime cases, exploring how each one reveals the strengths and failures of our justice system.

In this deeply personal episode, attorneys Natalie and Katrina examine the heartbreaking case of the Idaho 4 murders. With empathy and clarity, they walk through the timeline, the investigation, and the legal implications—while honoring the lives of Xana Kernodle, Madison Mogen, Kaylee Goncalves, and Ethan Chapin. This isn’t about sensationalism. It’s about truth, justice, and the impact of violence on real people and communities.

Topics Covered:

• The victims and their lives before November 13, 2022
• Timeline of events and eyewitness accounts
• The investigation and arrest of BK
• The role of digital evidence and genetic genealogy
• The plea deal and sentencing
• Incel culture and its disturbing influence
• Ethical concerns around media and online behavior
• Lessons for the justice system and society

Podcast: Justice Seekers
Hosts: Natalie & Katrina

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In 1925, high school teacher John Scopes was charged with teaching evolution, sparking one of the most famous courtroom battles in American history. In our debut episode, we explore the cultural clash behind the Scopes “Monkey” Trial, the fiery showdown between Clarence Darrow and William Jennings Bryan, and why this case still matters nearly 100 years later.

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