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Join Kimberly and Laura on this captivating episode of "Chasing Hazel's Tales - A Family History Podcast" as they dive into the world of genetic genealogy. The dynamic duo, who are not only registered nurses but also family historians and sisters, discuss the fascinating application of DNA in cold case murder investigations. They explore high-profile cases like the Golden State Killer and the Canadian murder trial, highlighting how genetic genealogy played a pivotal role in solving these mysteries. However, they also delve into the privacy concerns and legal debates surrounding the use of DNA data. Additionally, the hosts share a deeply personal story about their cousin Pam, who was tragically murdered in 1981. Tune in to unravel the secrets of genetic genealogy, privacy rights, and the quest for justice in this thought-provoking episode.
LINKS FROM THIS EPISODE:
https://www.maine.gov/tools/whatsnew/index.php?topic=state_police_unsolved&id=21704&v=unsolvedhomicides2021
https://www.totheletterdna.com/who
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joseph_James_DeAngelo#External_links
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/calgary-leonard-cochrane-murder-trial-dna-genealogy-1.6836384
https://www.mainepublic.org/show/maine-calling/2019-12-19/genetic-testing-how-dna-analysis-is-used-in-medicine-genealogy-and-forensics

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