Israel Keyes was an American serial killer, bank robber, burglar, arsonist, kidnapper, and sex offender.

Guest Bio and Links:

Andrew Iden is a veteran journalist and award-winning podcaster with over 20 years of experience at CNN and HLN.  Dan Szematowicz is a seasoned audio producer and editor with experience at CNN, NPR, and Warner Bros. Together, they have teamed up to host the new podcast "Deviant" a true-crime podcast series that focuses on telling stories about deviant and unusual criminals.

Listeners can learn more about Deviant on YouTube, IG @deviant.podcast, or wherever you enjoy your podcasts!   

In this episode of Zone 7, Crime Scene Investigator Sheryl McCollum dives into the bone-chilling world of true crime with Andrew Iden and Dan Szematowicz, hosts of the new podcast, Deviant. They discuss the life and crimes of Israel Keyes, a meticulous and calculating serial killer. They also cover Keyes' upbringing, his modus operandi, the complexities of profiling such a criminal, and the challenges faced by law enforcement.

Show Notes:
(0:00) Welcome back to Zone 7 with Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum  
(2:30) Sheryl introduces guests, Andrew Iden and Dan Szematowicz and the premise of their new podcast, Deviant  
(5:40) Discovering Israel Keyes
(8:10) Keyes' unique methods and meticulous planning
(12:00) Keyes' psychological profile
(17:15) The making of a serial killer
(26:30) The ongoing search for other potential victims
(35:00) Deviant podcast 
(36:00) Ongoing investigations
(39:00) Final thoughts
(42:02) “Some people are wired for good. Some people are wired for bad, and some people are wired to be deviant.” -T.D.P
Thanks for listening to another episode! If you’re loving the show and want to help grow the show, please head over to Itunes and leave a rating and review! 

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Sheryl “Mac” McCollum is an Emmy Award winning CSI, a writer for CrimeOnLine, Forensic and Crime Scene Expert for Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, and a CSI for a metro Atlanta Police Department. She is the co-author of the textbook., Cold Case: Pathways to Justice. Sheryl is also the founder and director of the Cold Case Investigative Research Institute, a collaboration between universities and colleges that brings researchers, practitioners, students and the criminal justice community together to advance techniques in solving cold cases and assist families and law enforcement with solvability factors for unsolved homicides, missing persons, and kidnapping cases.  

Social Links:
Email: coldcase2004@gmail.com
Twitter: @ColdCaseTips
Facebook: @sheryl.mccollum

Instagram: @officialzone7podcast

Israel Keyes was an American serial killer, bank robber, burglar, arsonist, kidnapper, and sex offender.
Guest Bio and Links:
Andrew Iden is a veteran journalist and award-winning podcaster with over 20 years of experience at CNN and HLN.  Dan Szematowicz is a seasoned audio producer and editor with experience at CNN, NPR, and Warner Bros. Together, they have teamed up to host the new podcast "Deviant" a true-crime podcast series that focuses on telling stories about deviant and unusual criminals.
Listeners can learn more about Deviant on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFFv3KAK0N04BQilKDicdxg">YouTube</a>, IG <a href="https://www.instagram.com/deviant.podcast/">@deviant.podcast</a>, or <a href="https://link.chtbl.com/devianttruecrimepod">wherever you enjoy your podcasts</a>!   
In this episode of Zone 7, Crime Scene Investigator Sheryl McCollum dives into the bone-chilling world of true crime with Andrew Iden and Dan Szematowicz, hosts of the new podcast, Deviant. They discuss the life and crimes of Israel Keyes, a meticulous and calculating serial killer. They also cover Keyes' upbringing, his modus operandi, the complexities of profiling such a criminal, and the challenges faced by law enforcement.
Show Notes:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">(0:00) Welcome back to Zone 7 with Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum  </li>
<li aria-level="1">(2:30) Sheryl introduces guests, Andrew Iden and Dan Szematowicz and the premise of their new podcast, Deviant  </li>
<li aria-level="1">(5:40) Discovering Israel Keyes</li>
<li aria-level="1">(8:10) Keyes' unique methods and meticulous planning</li>
<li aria-level="1">(12:00) Keyes' psychological profile</li>
<li aria-level="1">(17:15) The making of a serial killer</li>
<li aria-level="1">(26:30) The ongoing search for other potential victims</li>
<li aria-level="1">(35:00) Deviant podcast </li>
<li aria-level="1">(36:00) Ongoing investigations</li>
<li aria-level="1">(39:00) Final thoughts</li>
<li aria-level="1">(42:02) “Some people are wired for good. Some people are wired for bad, and some people are wired to be deviant.” -T.D.P</li>
<li aria-level="1">Thanks for listening to another episode! If you’re loving the show and want to help grow the show, please head over to Itunes and leave a rating and review! </li>
</ul>
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Sheryl “Mac” McCollum is an Emmy Award winning CSI, a writer for CrimeOnLine, Forensic and Crime Scene Expert for Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, and a CSI for a metro Atlanta Police Department. She is the co-author of the textbook., Cold Case: Pathways to Justice. Sheryl is also the founder and director of the Cold Case Investigative Research Institute, a collaboration between universities and colleges that brings researchers, practitioners, students and the criminal justice community together to advance techniques in solving cold cases and assist families and law enforcement with solvability factors for unsolved homicides, missing persons, and kidnapping cases.  
Social Links:
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<li aria-level="1">Email: <a href="mailto:coldcase2004@gmail.com">coldcase2004@gmail.com</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Twitter: <a href="https://mobile.twitter.com/coldcasetips">@ColdCaseTips</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/sheryl.mccollum/">@sheryl.mccollum</a></li>
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Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/officialzone7podcast/?img_index=1">@officialzone7podcast</a>

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!

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!

Zone 7 with Sheryl McCollum

Hunting the Hunter | Inside The Deviant Mind of Israel Keyes

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A Quick Status update for CRU with Host Sheryl McCollum.

Sheryl “Mac” McCollum is an Emmy Award winning CSI, a writer for CrimeOnLine, Forensic and Crime Scene Expert for Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, and a CSI for a metro Atlanta Police Department. She is the co-author of the textbook., Cold Case: Pathways to Justice. 


Nancy Grace is an outspoken, tireless advocate for victims’ rights and one of television's most respected legal analysts. Nancy Grace had a perfect conviction record during her decade as a prosecutor. She is the founder and publisher of CrimeOnline.com, a crime- fighting digital platform that investigates breaking crime news, spreads awareness of missing people and shines a light on cold cases. 

In addition, Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, a daily show hosted by Grace, airs on SIRIUS XM’s Triumph Channel 111 and is downloadable as a podcast on all audio platforms - https://www.crimeonline.com/



Connect with Sheryl:

Email: coldcase2004@gmail.com

X: @ColdCaseTips

Facebook: @sheryl.mccollum



Connect with Nancy: 

X: @nancygrace

Instagram:@thenancygrace

Facebook: @nancygrace

A Quick Status update for CRU with Host Sheryl McCollum.
Sheryl “Mac” McCollum is an Emmy Award winning CSI, a writer for CrimeOnLine, Forensic and Crime Scene Expert for Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, and a CSI for a metro Atlanta Police Department. She is the co-author of the textbook., Cold Case: Pathways to Justice. 
 Nancy Grace is an outspoken, tireless advocate for victims’ rights and one of television's most respected legal analysts. Nancy Grace had a perfect conviction record during her decade as a prosecutor. She is the founder and publisher of CrimeOnline.com, a crime- fighting digital platform that investigates breaking crime news, spreads awareness of missing people and shines a light on cold cases. 
In addition, Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, a daily show hosted by Grace, airs on SIRIUS XM’s Triumph Channel 111 and is downloadable as a podcast on all audio platforms - <a href="https://www.crimeonline.com/">https://www.crimeonline.com/</a>
 
Connect with Sheryl:
Email: coldcase2004@gmail.com
X:<a href="https://mobile.twitter.com/coldcasetips"> @ColdCaseTips</a>
Facebook:<a href="https://www.facebook.com/sheryl.mccollum/"> @sheryl.mccollum</a> 
Connect with Nancy: 
X:<a href="https://twitter.com/nancygrace?lang=en"> @nancygrace</a>
Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thenancygrace/?hl=en"> @thenancygrace</a>
Facebook:<a href="https://www.facebook.com/NancyGraceOfficial"> @nancygrace</a>

7.19.2024 Announcement: Crime Round Up With Nancy Grace

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Karen Conti is one of Chicago’s most prominent lawyers and legal analysts.

For 37 years. she has actively litigated cases across the country, tried jury trials, and handled appeals in a variety of different practice areas.  She has handled numerous high-profile and noteworthy cases across the country, including a First Amendment appeal before the U. S. Supreme Court.

She is a dynamic speaker, writer, and media personality with over 30 years of experience in national and local radio and television.  For 30 years, she has hosted award-winning radio shows in Chicago, and is the host of a popular weekly broadcast, “The Karen Conti Show”.

Listeners can learn more about Karen Conti at her website, and on X @Kcontilaw

In this episode of Zone 7, Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum, is joined by renowned attorney Karen Conti to discuss her career and her controversial defense of notorious serial killer, John Wayne Gacy. Karen shares her journey to becoming a lawyer, the reasons she wanted to fight for Gacy, the legal challenges she faced, along with the public’s reaction.

Without a doubt, Karen gives perspectives on what is necessary for the legal system to properly function.

Show Notes:
(0:00) Welcome back to Zone 7 with Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum  
(0:30) Sheryl introduces guest, Karen Conti to the listeners
(2:30) Karen's initial thoughts on Gacy's case
(3:30) Who was John Wayne Gacy
(7:00) The legal challenges in defending Gacy
(8:30) The role of a defense attorney in the eyes of the system
(11:55) Killing Time with John Wayne Gacy: Defending America's Most Evil Serial Killer on Death Row
(16:00) Karen's reflects on what Gacy was like
(18:40) The legal challenges in defending Gacy
(20:00) Karen's personal and professional impact from the case
(22:00) “As a lawyer, you get identified with your client, whether you like it or not.”
(26:20) The possibility of other victims 
(31:20) Karen speaks on her varied career 
(35:20) Final thoughts on the justice system and advocacy
(38:35) “He was basically your guy next door. He was very well-liked and respected.  People think of John Gacy as this big, evil, mean person that had this scary persona.  But it wasn't like that at all.” -M.A
Thanks for listening to another episode! If you’re loving the show and want to help grow the show, please head over to Itunes and leave a rating and review! 

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Sheryl “Mac” McCollum is an Emmy Award winning CSI, a writer for CrimeOnLine, Forensic and Crime Scene Expert for Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, and a CSI for a metro Atlanta Police Department. She is the co-author of the textbook., Cold Case: Pathways to Justice. Sheryl is also the founder and director of the Cold Case Investigative Research Institute, a collaboration between universities and colleges that brings researchers, practitioners, students and the criminal justice community together to advance techniques in solving cold cases and assist families and law enforcement with solvability factors for unsolved homicides, missing persons, and kidnapping cases.  

Social Links:
Email: coldcase2004@gmail.com
Twitter: @ColdCaseTips
Facebook: @sheryl.mccollum
Instagram: @officialzone7podcast

Karen Conti is one of Chicago’s most prominent lawyers and legal analysts.
For 37 years. she has actively litigated cases across the country, tried jury trials, and handled appeals in a variety of different practice areas.  She has handled numerous high-profile and noteworthy cases across the country, including a First Amendment appeal before the U. S. Supreme Court.
She is a dynamic speaker, writer, and media personality with over 30 years of experience in national and local radio and television.  For 30 years, she has hosted award-winning radio shows in Chicago, and is the host of a popular weekly broadcast, “The Karen Conti Show”.
Listeners can learn more about Karen Conti at her <a href="https://www.contidolanlaw.com/karen-conti">website</a>, and on X <a href="https://x.com/kcontilaw?lang=en">@Kcontilaw</a>
In this episode of Zone 7, Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum, is joined by renowned attorney Karen Conti to discuss her career and her controversial defense of notorious serial killer, John Wayne Gacy. Karen shares her journey to becoming a lawyer, the reasons she wanted to fight for Gacy, the legal challenges she faced, along with the public’s reaction.
Without a doubt, Karen gives perspectives on what is necessary for the legal system to properly function.
Show Notes:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">(0:00) Welcome back to Zone 7 with Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum  </li>
<li aria-level="1">(0:30) Sheryl introduces guest, Karen Conti to the listeners</li>
<li aria-level="1">(2:30) Karen's initial thoughts on Gacy's case</li>
<li aria-level="1">(3:30) Who was John Wayne Gacy</li>
<li aria-level="1">(7:00) The legal challenges in defending Gacy</li>
<li aria-level="1">(8:30) The role of a defense attorney in the eyes of the system</li>
<li aria-level="1">(11:55) <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Killing-Time-John-Wayne-Gacy-ebook/dp/B0CR9GPSDG">Killing Time with John Wayne Gacy: Defending America's Most Evil Serial Killer on Death Row</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">(16:00) Karen's reflects on what Gacy was like</li>
<li aria-level="1">(18:40) The legal challenges in defending Gacy</li>
<li aria-level="1">(20:00) Karen's personal and professional impact from the case</li>
<li aria-level="1">(22:00) “As a lawyer, you get identified with your client, whether you like it or not.”</li>
<li aria-level="1">(26:20) The possibility of other victims </li>
<li aria-level="1">(31:20) Karen speaks on her varied career </li>
<li aria-level="1">(35:20) Final thoughts on the justice system and advocacy</li>
<li aria-level="1">(38:35) “He was basically your guy next door. He was very well-liked and respected.  People think of John Gacy as this big, evil, mean person that had this scary persona.  But it wasn't like that at all.” -M.A</li>
<li aria-level="1">Thanks for listening to another episode! If you’re loving the show and want to help grow the show, please head over to Itunes and leave a rating and review! </li>
</ul>
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Sheryl “Mac” McCollum is an Emmy Award winning CSI, a writer for CrimeOnLine, Forensic and Crime Scene Expert for Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, and a CSI for a metro Atlanta Police Department. She is the co-author of the textbook., Cold Case: Pathways to Justice. Sheryl is also the founder and director of the Cold Case Investigative Research Institute, a collaboration between universities and colleges that brings researchers, practitioners, students and the criminal justice community together to advance techniques in solving cold cases and assist families and law enforcement with solvability factors for unsolved homicides, missing persons, and kidnapping cases.  
Social Links:
<ul>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Email: <a href="mailto:coldcase2004@gmail.com">coldcase2004@gmail.com</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Twitter: <a href="https://mobile.twitter.com/coldcasetips">@ColdCaseTips</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/sheryl.mccollum/">@sheryl.mccollum</a></li>
</ul>
</ul>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/officialzone7podcast/?img_index=1">@officialzone7podcast</a></li>
</ul>

Defending America's Most Evil Serial Killer | John Wayne Gacy's Defense Lawyer

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Nancy and Sheryl open today’s CRU by shining light on the unsettling disappearance of 39-year-old mother Nikki McCain. They describe her last known activities, the suspicious circumstances surrounding her absence, and the disturbing history of domestic violence involving her husband, Tyler McCain. 

Show Notes:
(0:00) Welcome! Nancy and Sheryl introduce this week’s crime roundup   
(0:30) Sheryl and Nancy reminisce on stories ‘back in the day’ 
(9:00) Intro to Nikki Cheng Saelee-McCain's case 
(14:00) Tyler McCain's history of domestic abuse and its implications for the case 
(23:00) Nancy and Sheryl question the details given by Nikki’s husband
(24:10) “Now, a lie is not a felony”
(30:00) Predictions of case  
(32:10) Conclusion and call to action

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Nancy Grace is an outspoken, tireless advocate for victims’ rights and one of television's most respected legal analysts. Nancy Grace had a perfect conviction record during her decade as a prosecutor. She is the founder and publisher of CrimeOnline.com, a crime- fighting digital platform that investigates breaking crime news, spreads awareness of missing people and shines a light on cold cases. 

In addition, Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, a daily show hosted by Grace, airs on SIRIUS XM’s Triumph Channel 111 and is downloadable as a podcast on all audio platforms - https://www.crimeonline.com/

Connect with Nancy: 

X: @nancygrace

Instagram:@thenancygrace

Facebook: @nancygrace

Sheryl “Mac” McCollum is an Emmy Award winning CSI, a writer for CrimeOnLine, Forensic and Crime Scene Expert for Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, and a CSI for a metro Atlanta Police Department. She is the co-author of the textbook., Cold Case: Pathways to Justice. 

Connect with Sheryl:

Email: coldcase2004@gmail.com

X: @ColdCaseTips

Facebook: @sheryl.mccollum

Nancy and Sheryl open today’s CRU by shining light on the unsettling disappearance of 39-year-old mother Nikki McCain. They describe her last known activities, the suspicious circumstances surrounding her absence, and the disturbing history of domestic violence involving her husband, Tyler McCain. 
Show Notes:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">(0:00) Welcome! Nancy and Sheryl introduce this week’s crime roundup   </li>
<li aria-level="1">(0:30) Sheryl and Nancy reminisce on stories ‘back in the day’ </li>
<li aria-level="1">(9:00) Intro to Nikki Cheng Saelee-McCain's case </li>
<li aria-level="1">(14:00) Tyler McCain's history of domestic abuse and its implications for the case </li>
<li aria-level="1">(23:00) Nancy and Sheryl question the details given by Nikki’s husband</li>
<li aria-level="1">(24:10) “Now, a lie is not a felony” </li>
<li aria-level="1">(30:00) Predictions of case  </li>
<li aria-level="1">(32:10) Conclusion and call to action</li>
</ul>
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Nancy Grace is an outspoken, tireless advocate for victims’ rights and one of television's most respected legal analysts. Nancy Grace had a perfect conviction record during her decade as a prosecutor. She is the founder and publisher of CrimeOnline.com, a crime- fighting digital platform that investigates breaking crime news, spreads awareness of missing people and shines a light on cold cases. 
In addition, Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, a daily show hosted by Grace, airs on SIRIUS XM’s Triumph Channel 111 and is downloadable as a podcast on all audio platforms - <a href="https://www.crimeonline.com/">https://www.crimeonline.com/</a>
Connect with Nancy: 
X:<a href="https://twitter.com/nancygrace?lang=en"> @nancygrace</a>
Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thenancygrace/?hl=en"> @thenancygrace</a>
Facebook:<a href="https://www.facebook.com/NancyGraceOfficial"> @nancygrace</a>
Sheryl “Mac” McCollum is an Emmy Award winning CSI, a writer for CrimeOnLine, Forensic and Crime Scene Expert for Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, and a CSI for a metro Atlanta Police Department. She is the co-author of the textbook., Cold Case: Pathways to Justice. 
Connect with Sheryl:
Email: coldcase2004@gmail.com
X:<a href="https://mobile.twitter.com/coldcasetips"> @ColdCaseTips</a>
Facebook:<a href="https://www.facebook.com/sheryl.mccollum/"> @sheryl.mccollum</a>

7.5.24 CRU with Nancy Grace: What Happened to Nikki Cheng Saelee-McCain?

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Hunting the Hunter | Inside The Deviant Mind of Israel Keyes

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