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Hosted by The Chicago School · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 31 episodes
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Hosted by J. R. Rainbolt, this podcast delves into case studies, explores innovative research, and features interviews with specialists to illuminate the dynamic field of crime and justice. Whether you are a student, a professional, or simply fascinated by crime narratives, there is much to discover. So, put on your headphones, relax, and join us as we navigate the complex realm of criminology. Welcome to Criminology Chats—where we bring the educational experience right to your ears.
The Chicago School hosts Criminology Chats, a education show with 31 episodes published.
Today’s Criminology Chats episode talks about the death of Sierra Mininger. It’s December 8th, 2024. It’s just after 6:30 in the morning in Greeley, Colorado. A father calls 911 and says words no parent should ever have
Today’s Criminology Chats case is a horrific one—an ex-boyfriend kills his ex-girlfriend’s family and a friend living on the property. What drives someone to commit something like this? What warning signs were missed? An
In this engaging episode of Criminology Chats, JR and Miranda converse with retired Youth Corrections Officer, Shane Foster, and his daughter Cory. Cory will provide her perspective of being the daughter of a youth corre
In this engaging episode of Criminology Chats, JR, Miranda, and Grace converse with retired Texas Ranger and Sheriff Lane Akin. He dedicated 50 years to law enforcement in Texas. Lane will share insights about his experi
In this compelling episode of Criminology Chats, JR, Miranda and Grace chat Sergeant Michele Wood. She has spent 25 years with the Chicago Police Department. One of a select few women to serve as a homicide detective on
Today, we will have a conversation with Dr. Jim Iaccino. He earned his Master's and Ph.D. in Experimental Psychology from DePaul University. In 2007, he became a part of The Chicago School and is now serving as an Associ
In this compelling episode of Criminology Chats, JR and Miranda delve into the case of Kristi Fulgham, who is serving a life sentence without parole for the murder of her husband, Joey Fulgham, in Mississippi. The discus
In this episode hosts JR and Miranda chat with Dr. Jeff Hood about the death sentence. He is a theologian and spiritual advisor to death row inmates nationwide. He has accompanied eleven men to their executions, includin
On today’s podcast, hosts JR, Ashley and Miranda explore the difficult but essential conversations about relationships, safety, and healing. They tackle a topic that affects millions of people worldwide yet often remains
🎙️ Welcome, listeners! Before we dive into today’s episode, I have an important update for you. This is our final episode of the year, but don’t worry—we’ll be back in 2026 with brand-new episodes of Criminology Chats!
In this episode, hosts JR and Grace will engage in a conversation with Detective McDonald from the Aurora Colorado Police Department. Detective McDonald will talk about investigating cold cases. He will explain some of t
In this episode JR is doing a live taping at Red Rocks Community College (RRCC), Lakewood, CO as part of the Mental Health Academy. This is a collaboration between The Chicago School and RRCC. The guests are Jack Storti
In this episode Hosts JR and Ashley chat with two police cadets in training at a police academy in Colorado. They are about half-way through their training and Ashley, and I wanted to get their perspective at this time i
We expect goblins, ghosts, and ghouls to roam the streets on All Hallows Eve; what we do not expect is murder. In this episode JR and Ashley discuss two murder cases that happen on or around Halloween. The first case is
This is the case of Jessica Reeves-Burrola doing Life Without Parole (LWOP). One night high on drugs and alcohol changed her life forever. Was it self-defense or revenge murder. “Jes” has been in email correspondence wit
In this episode JR and co-host Carley chat with Brandon Hall. Brandon is a native of Nashville, Tennessee. For about 25 years he has been an emergency 911 dispatcher with the Metro Nashville Department of Emergency Commu
Elderly crimes and scams are serious issues. Scammers often target seniors because they might be lonely or not familiar with technology. These scams can take many forms, like phone calls where someone pretends to be from
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In this episode hosts JR and Ashley chat with retired FBI agent Jonny Grusing. Jonny talks about the case of Harold Henthorn. He worked the Henthorn case with many other FBI agents and a retired National Parks Special Ag
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Criminology Chats is hosted by The Chicago School. The show is categorised under education (true crime) and has published 31 episodes.
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