In Part Two, we turn to the theories that have kept the JonBenét Ramsey case endlessly debated for decades. From intruder scenarios to family-based explanations, we examine the most prominent interpretations of the evidence and the reasoning behind each one. Rather than arguing for a single conclusion, this episode breaks down how different readings of the same facts have led investigators, experts, and the public down very different paths, revealing why the case remains unresolved and deeply polarizing to this day.

Sources:

Books:

JonBenet by Steve Thomas

Foreign Faction by James Kolar

Documentaries:

Cold Case: Who Killed JonBenet

In this episode, we examine the JonBenét Ramsey case, one of the most enduring and controversial unsolved crimes in American history. Focusing on the crime scene and the early investigation, we walk through the events surrounding the discovery of six-year-old JonBenét in her family’s Boulder, Colorado home and the decisions that shaped the case from the very beginning.

Sources:

Books:

JonBenet by Steve Thomas

Foreign Faction by James Kolar

Documentaries:

Cold Case: Who Killed JonBenet

On Christmas Eve 1971, 17-year-old Juliane Koepcke became the sole survivor of a commercial plane crash after falling nearly two miles into the Amazon rainforest, still strapped to her seat.

In this episode, we follow Juliane’s incredible 11-day journey alone through the jungle as she battled injury, hunger, infection, and grief. Using knowledge passed down from her scientist parents, she followed rivers, avoided deadly wildlife, and made decisions that ultimately led to her rescue.

Sources:

• Book – When I Fell From the Sky (memoir by Juliane Koepcke) – Amazon link: https://www.amazon.com/When-Fell-Sky-Juliane-Koepcke/dp/0983754705

• Juliane Koepcke – Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Juliane_Koepcke

• LANSA Flight 508 – Wikipedia (crash details & survival): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LANSA_Flight_508

• ABC News – “How teenager Juliane Koepcke survived …” (detailed article): https://www.abc.net.au/news/2022-10-02/the-girl-who-fell-3km-into-the-amazon-and-survived/101413154

• BBC interview mentions – featured in ABC coverage (Juliane’s perspective): https://www.abc.net.au/news/2022-10-02/the-girl-who-fell-3km-into-the-amazon-and-survived/101413154

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In this episode, we examine one of the most infamous true crime cases of the modern era: Jodi Arias and the murder of Travis Alexander. What began as a passionate, on-again/off-again relationship ended in a brutal killing that would captivate the public and unfold over years of dramatic courtroom proceedings.

The sources for this episode are:

• Mesa Police Department reports
• The State of Arizona v. Jodi Ann Arias trial transcripts
• Autopsy findings from Medical Examiner Dr. Kevin Horn
• Interrogation files
• Witness testimony from friends, roommates, and digital forensic experts
• And the most detailed books written on the case:
  • Picture Perfect by Shanna Hogan
  • Conviction by prosecutor Juan Martinez

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Hey everyone! I’m Hannah Grayson, and after almost ten years working as a Threat Intelligence Analyst, collaborating with law enforcement and major social media platforms, I’ve seen some wild things.

And now I’m taking everything I’ve learned and bringing it to my new podcast: Under The Tape

Each week, I’m breaking down true crime cases, unbelievable survival stories, and the patterns and behavior most people overlook, but I can’t help analyzing.

If you love smart true crime, deep dives, or stories of people who somehow made it out alive… this is your kind of show.

New episodes drop every week starting January 2026. Hit follow so you don’t miss the launch.