Cold Red Podcast
COLD RED – A true crime podcast series hosted by two of the most well respected criminal profilers in law enforcement history. Ride along with Ray and Fitz as they dive into various cold cases, innocence projects, and some of their classic, high profile, international cases. Raymond Carr https://raymondjcarr.com Ray joined the FBI following college, working the robbery-homicide division. He was soon promoted to the Bank Robbery division in Philadelphia, the city with the 2nd highest bank robbery and armored vehicle robbery rate in the nation. Ray later moved on to the Bureau’s Behavioral Science Unit building profiles on serial offenders. He was assigned to lead the Friday Night Bank Robber task force where Ray would build a profile for the most successful bank robber in American History. Upon retirement, Ray wrote the book 30 Years On The Run about the capture and arrest of the robber and has since been featured on various series and documentaries discussing some of his high profile cases such as Homicide City and FBI: Criminal Pursuit on the Investigation Discovery. “Cops don’t solve cases, the community does!” “The victim is the most overlooked aspect of the crime by law enforcement.” -Ray Carr James Fitzgerald www.jamesrfitzgerald.com “Fitz” was a former Philadelphia Police Detective who later joined the FBI and was quickly promoted to the Behavioral Science Unit where he partnered up with Ray Carr building profiles on various criminals throughout the US. A forensic linguistics expert, Fitz is known for taking down the Unabomber and working several high profile cases like Jon Benet Ramsey and The DC Sniper. Upon retiring from the FBI, Fitz wrote a series of book volumes titled: Journey to the Center of the Mind and has been featured on numerous television shows including The Discovery Original Series – Manhunt: The Unabomber, where actor Sam Worthington played the role of Fitz. “I lay aw
Episodes
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In this episode of Cold Red, hosts Ray Carr and Fitz delve into the conclusion and aftermath of the Center City rapist case, featuring insights from retired detective Chuck Boyle and Shannon Schieber's father, Sylvester Schieber. The conversation explores the complexities of the case, including the arrest of Troy Graves, the plea deal negotiations, the controversies surrounding his confession, and the broader implications f...
In this episode of Cold Red, hosts Ray Carr and Fitz delve into the harrowing experiences surrounding the Center City Rapist case, featuring insights from survivors Kristen Marshall and Kristin, as well as family member Sylvester Sheeber. The conversation explores the long-lasting impact of sexual assault, the challenges of navigating life post-trauma, and the importance of therapy and support systems. The guests reflect on the f...
In this episode, Ray Carr and Fitz discuss the 30th anniversary of the Unabomber's manifesto publication, exploring the complexities of Theodore Kaczynski's motivations, his connections to Spanish culture, and the implications of his writings. Joined by author Jorge Casesmeiro Roger, they delve into Kaczynski's library, the decision to publish his manifesto, and the psychological insights gained from his case. The conversation high...
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In this episode of Cold Red, hosts Ray Carr and Fitz engage in a profound discussion with Megan Cutter, Chief of Victim Services at RAINN, about the Center City Rapist case and the broader implications of sexual violence in society. They explore RAINN's mission, the challenges faced by survivors, the evolution of the movement against sexual violence, and the critical role of advocacy and law enforcement in supporting victim...
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In this episode of Cold Red, hosts Ray Carr and Fitz discuss the Center City Rapist case with Sergeant Kim Cochran, a detective from the Fort Collins Police Department. The conversation covers Kim's background in law enforcement, the investigation into the series of sexual assaults committed by Troy Graves, and the challenges faced by the police department in connecting the case to similar incidents in Philadelphia. The emo...
This conversation delves into the harrowing experiences of two survivors of a serial assault case in Fort Collins, Colorado, in the early 2000s. Kristen Marshall and another survivor share their personal stories of trauma, resilience, and the journey towards healing. They discuss the impact of their experiences on their lives, the importance of community support, and the advocacy work they engaged in to help others. The conversatio...
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In this episode of Cold Red, hosts Ray Carr and Fitz delve into the harrowing details of the Center City rapist case, featuring insights from retired detectives and victims. The conversation explores the systemic failures of law enforcement, the personal experiences of victims like Belle, and the long-lasting impact of trauma. The discussion emphasizes the importance of advocacy, the dynamics of power in sexual assault case...
In this episode of Cold Red, hosts Ray Carr and Fitz delve into the complexities of the Center City Rapist case, featuring insights from retired detectives and family members of victims. The discussion covers the importance of timely communication in investigations, the impact of leadership on case outcomes, and the lessons learned from past mistakes in handling sexual assault cases. The conversation emphasizes the need for public ...
In this episode, Ray Carr and Fitz discuss the Center City Rapist case with retired detective Chuck Boyle, journalist Barbara Boyer, and victim's father Sylvester Schieber. They explore the failures in police response, the importance of DNA evidence, and the need for believing victims. The conversation highlights the differences in investigative techniques between Philadelphia and Fort Collins, emphasizing how public awareness and ...
In this episode of Cold Red, hosts Ray Carr and Fitz delve into the harrowing details of the Center City Rapist case, exploring the failures in communication and investigation that allowed a serial rapist to terrorize the community. They discuss key testimonies from law enforcement officials, the importance of accurate crime bulletins, and the devastating impact of negligence on victims. The conversation highlights the need for bet...
In this episode of Cold Red, the hosts delve into the Center City Rapist case, discussing the systemic issues within the Philadelphia Police Department's handling of sexual assault cases. They explore the investigative journalism that uncovered the mistreatment of victims, the downgrading of crimes to manipulate statistics, and the subsequent reforms in the Special Victims Unit. The conversation highlights the ongoing challenges in...
In this episode of Cold Red, the hosts delve into the Center City Rapist case, discussing the systemic issues within the Philadelphia Police Department's handling of sexual assault cases. They explore the investigative journalism that uncovered the mistreatment of victims, the downgrading of crimes to manipulate statistics, and the subsequent reforms in the Special Victims Unit. The conversation highlights the ongoing challenges in...
In this episode of Cold Red, hosts Ray Carr and Fitz engage with retired detective Chuck Boyle and ShannonSchieber's father, Sylvester Schieber, to discuss the ongoing investigation into the Center City Rapist case. They delve into the complexities of police response, community reactions, and the legal challenges faced in seeking justice for victims. The conversation highlights the importance of proper police training, the role of ...
In this episode of Cold Red, hosts Ray Carr and Fitz delve into the Center City Rapist case, discussing the investigation's complexities, including DNA linkages, victim outreach, and the development of composite sketches. They highlight the importance of police accountability and media involvement in raising public awareness. The conversation also covers the FBI's role in profiling and the need for effective communication within la...
In this episode of Cold Red, hosts Ray Carr and Fitz discuss the Center City Rapist case, focusing on the impact of police procedures on victims, the importance of language sensitivity in discussions about crime, and the systemic issues that contribute to unresolved rape cases. They emphasize the need for community involvement and accountability in law enforcement, while also announcing Fitz's upcoming book that will delve deeper i...
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In this episode of Cold Red, hosts Ray Carr and Fitz delve into the harrowing case of the Center City Rapist, focusing on the impact of Shannon Schieber's murder on her family and the subsequent police investigation. They discuss the challenges faced by the Schieber family in seeking justice, the role of the police and mayor's office, and the evolution of the investigation, particularly the significance of DNA evidence. The...
In this episode of Cold Red, hosts Ray Carr and Fitz delve into the tragic case of Shannon Schieber, a bright and promising young woman whose life was cut short. Joined by her father, Syl Schieber, they recount Shannon's remarkable life, her academic achievements, and the devastating impact of her murder. The conversation explores the police response to her 911 call, the decisions made by officers on the scene, and the broader impl...
In this episode of Cold Red, hosts Ray Carr and Fitz, along with guests Chuck Boyle and Sylvester Schieber, delve into a chilling series of sexual assaults in Philadelphia, focusing on the Center City Rapist. They discuss the details of each victim's experience, the police investigations, and the eventual tragic outcome for one of the victims, Shannon Schieber. The conversation highlights the importance of community awareness, the ...
In this episode, Ray Carr and Fitz discuss the tragic case of Shannon Schieber, a graduate student who was murdered in Philadelphia in 1998. The entire season is dedicated to exploring this case, including the police response and the experiences of other victims in the area. The conversation highlights the flaws in the investigation, the emotional impact on victims and their families, and the need for accountability within law enfo...
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