Zone 7 with Sheryl McCollum

Zone 7 with Sheryl McCollum

Work a cold case alongside investigator Sheryl “Mac” McCollum, Director of the Cold Case Investigative Research Institute. Every week, Sheryl dives into her cold case files alongside accomplished guests to look for clues into unsolved murders, missing people, and more. This ain’t just a podcast but a war room. Sheryl opens her cold case files, her heart and her little black book! You will quickly realize Zone 7 is not a place but a lifestyle!

Episodes

April 25, 2025 22 mins

Today, Nancy Grace and Sheryl McCollum discuss the tragic death of Ellen Greenberg, a first-grade teacher whose death was ruled a suicide despite evidence pointing to murder.

Grace breaks down major red flags, including troubling forensic details and mistakes made by Philadelphia police. The duo also discuss the Bryan Kohberger case, where the defense plans to use autism as part of its legal strategy and what that could mean for th...

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Guest Bio and Links:

Karla Knight Deese is the elected coroner of Lancaster County, SC, and founder of the first-ever Mounted Response Unit within a coroner’s office. A certified medicolegal death investigator and educator, she’s changed laws, pioneered team-based approaches, and turned rescue horses into federally protected deputies. Karla has proved how “what’s old is new again”.

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Today Nancy Grace and Sheryl McCollum discuss the recent mass shooting at Florida State University, digging into the motive, the method, and the impact. They dissect the systemic failures, the overlooked warning signs, and the questions you should be asking. 

Show Notes:

  • (0:00) Welcome! Nancy and Sheryl introduce this week’s crime roundup   
  • (0:10) Sherly and Nanc...
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This is a three-part podcast series dedicated to understanding how serial killers form, and how we can stop them before they strike again. Hosted by award-winning crime scene investigator Sheryl McCollum, each episode features a guest expert who brings unique expertise into the psychology, behavior, and patterns of serial offenders.

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David Quinn is a retired Atlanta Police Department homicide detective and a co-...

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On this episode of "Zone 7," Nancy Grace and Sheryl McCollum discuss the latest developments in the Rex Heuermann and Lori Vallow cases.

 Sheryl checks in live from the Hamptons, describing the quiet tension in a neighborhood trying to move on. She talks about Rex Heuermann’s house, now partially hidden as the family packs up and prepares to leave. Nancy a...

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This is a three-part podcast series dedicated to understanding how serial killers form, and how we can stop them before they strike again. Hosted by award-winning crime scene investigator Sheryl McCollum, each episode features a guest expert who brings unique expertise into the psychology, behavior, and patterns of serial offenders.

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Phil Chalmers is a 40 year American Criminal Profiler, true crime writer, and h...

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Florida teen kidnapped and possibly dismembered after meeting man from social media. Miranda Corsette, 16, was lured through a social media app to meet 35-year-old Steven Gress.  If you know anything about this case please call the tipline: ST. PETERSBURG POLICE DEPARTMENT (727) 893-7780 or Text: Send “SPPD” to TIP411

Nancy Grace and Sheryl McCollum dissect the tragic case of Miranda Corsette, a 16-year-old girl fr...

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This is a three-part podcast series dedicated to understanding how serial killers form, and how we can stop them before they strike again. Hosted by award-winning crime scene investigator Sheryl McCollum, each episode features a guest expert who brings unique expertise into the psychology, behavior, and patterns of serial offenders.

In this episode of Zone 7, Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum, sits down with Phil Cha...

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Today Nancy Grace and Sheryl McCollum break down how small forensic details like a balaclava, a knife sheath, and an Amazon purchase, can construct a damning mosaic of guilt. Sheryl emphasizes the importance of visual testimony and the nuanced strategies prosecutors must deploy when sequencing their witnesses. Nancy and Sheryl draw parallels from cases like Casey Anthony, Ted Bundy, and Lori Vallow, showing how digital footprints, ...

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In this episode of Zone 7, Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum, sits down with Linda Kenney Baden, a former prosecutor and private defense attorney to dissect the legal intricacies, discrepancies, and various ethical issues surrounding the trial of Karen Read. They cover the problems with evidence collection, the lead investigator's conduct, and the lack of a clear cause of death. Sheryl and Linda also discuss the role of exp...

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Today, Nancy and Sheryl discuss the Kohberger case.

Nancy, never short on passion, dives into the Idaho case against Bryan Kohberger, unpacking the disturbing implications of his now-infamous bathroom selfie.

The duo break down the legal strategies around key evidence such as the shower curtain, text messages, and the 911 call, and explains how something as minor as courtroom attire could affect a trial’s outcome.

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In this episode of Zone 7, Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum, is joined by Alvin Williams and Francel Evans of the Affirmative Murder Podcast to revisit Sharon Miller’s cold case. Together, they discuss the eerie details of Sharon’s final hours, including a chilling phone call, a mysterious group of men, and a crime so calculated it suggests ties to organized crime or underground activities. The trio also piece ...

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On September 15, 2007, investigators responded to a call reporting a body had been found in a secluded area on Hoitt Avenue near Boone Street. When they arrived, they found 24-year-old Jennifer Leeann Law’s body partially burned in an alley. Jennifer was also known as Leeann and Pocahontas on the streets in Knoxville, TN.

In this episode of Zone 7, Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum, talks with Ciera Law, the daughter ...

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Today, Nancy Grace and Sheryl McCollum dive straight into a controversial topic by discussing Casey Anthony's a.k.a “tot mom” recent claim of being a victim's advocate.

Nancy Grace passionately recounts the details of three-year-old Caylee Anthony's murder and criticizes Casey Anthony’s post-trial actions. Secondly, Nancy gives updates on the Kohberger case, addressing legal objections, DNA evidence, and defense s...

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In this episode of Zone 7, Crime Scene Investigator Sheryl McCollum continues a previous discussion on the topic. She is joined for a Part II conversation by Dr. Katherine Ramsland and Tracy Ullman, two crime experts who have spent years investigating and documenting the case of Elmer Wayne Henley Jr.

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Today, Nancy Grace and Sheryl McCollum unpack the latest twists in the Brian Kohberger trial, where the defense is citing autism in an attempt to remove the death penalty. They also examine the mysterious deaths of Gene Hackman and his wife, exploring possible causes and forensic clues. Plus, Nancy breaks down the newly unsealed Epstein files - what the names on the list could mean and the potential cover-ups or delays in making th...

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What really happened to Karen Reed’s boyfriend, John O’Keefe? Was Ellen Greenberg’s death truly a suicide? In this episode of Zone 7, Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum, sits down with Nicole Angemi and Maria Kane to dissect two controversial cases that have divided public opinion. Nicole, a double board-certified pathologist assistant, and her daughter Maria, a podcaster and forensic storyteller, bring the...

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Today, Nancy Grace and Sheryl McCollum dive into a major ruling in the Bryan Kohberger case, where the Idaho judge shut down multiple defense attempts to block key evidence - including DNA, cell phone data, and surveillance footage. Nancy gives a breakdown of the legal principles such as abandonment theory, the Fourth Amendment, and legal privilege so the public can better understand.. Nancy and Sheryl also discuss the latest heart...

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In this episode of Zone 7, Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum, sits down with retired detective Ralph Friedman, a legendary figure in law enforcement with over 2,000 arrests and 15 shootouts to his name. Ralph shares his unexpected journey into the police force and his experiences in the infamous 41st precinct, known as "Fort Apache." Ralph describes the undercover operations using taxi cabs and milk trucks to a life-threate...

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Today Nancy Grace and Sheryl McCollum open CRU with a heartfelt tribute to their friend and colleague, Dave Mack, following the loss of his wife, LaDonna. Despite his grief, Mack’s dedication to his work shines through. Nancy and Sheryl then dive into the latest developments in the Bryan Kohberger case, unpacking the discovery of two unidentified male DNA samples and what they could mean for the defense. They also revisit the...

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