In this final part of the five-part mini-series on psychic detectives, the hosts delve into the intriguing stories of prominent psychics John Edward, James Van Praagh, and Elizabeth Lerner. They discuss Edward's involvement in the reopening of Janice Hartman's 1974 murder case, Van Praagh's insights into the unsolved 2001 disappearance of Chandra Levy, and Lerner's psychic impressions in the infamous 1971 John List family murders. The episode explores how these psychics provided unique yet sometimes controversial insights that may have aided law enforcement in their investigations. Blending true crime with psychic phenomena, the hosts wrap up the series with thought-provoking discussions on the accuracy and impact of psychic detectives.

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00:00 Introduction to the Psychic Detectives Series Finale

00:46 Spotlight on John Edward and His Controversial Methods

03:11 The Janice Hartman Case: A Chilling Tale of Betrayal

12:59 Uncovering the Truth: The Role of Psychic Impressions

26:50 The Confession and Conviction of John Smith

29:55 The Disappearance of Fran Gladden Smith

31:04 Fran's Disappearance and Investigation

33:24 Psychic Insights from John Edward

38:19 James Van Praagh's Background and Involvement

44:21 The Chandra Levy Case

52:59 Elizabeth Lerner and the John List Case

01:03:42 Conclusion and Reflections on Psychic Detectives

In the first episode of 2026, Christy and Kathy continue their series on psychic detectives, diving into the controversial figures Allison Dubois and Sylvia Browne. They explore Allison Dubois' involvement in the Opal Jennings and Jackie Hartman cases, highlighting her successful and questionable insights. The hosts then delve into Sylvia Browne’s notorious appearances on the Montel Williams Show, where her inaccurate predictions about Amanda Berry, Opal Jennings, Sean Hornbeck, and Holly Cruso drew significant criticism. The episode balances perspectives on the credibility of psychic detectives and sets the stage for future discussions on more notable cases and figures.

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• Content warning: This episode mentions sensitive topics related to true crime and is not suitable for younger listeners. Listener discretion is advised.
• This podcast is for informational or entertainment purposes only and should not be considered professional or medical advice. The content is general and accuracy is not guaranteed. Listeners are responsible for how they use the information.
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00:00 Introduction and New Year Greetings

01:23 Introducing Psychic Detectives: Allison Dubois

06:01 The Case of Opal Jennings

14:32 Skepticism and Psychic Credibility

18:12 The Disappearance of Jackie Hartman

26:56 The Arizona Desert Crime Scene

27:34 The Arrest and Conviction of Jonathan Ian Burns

28:37 Debating the Role of Psychic Investigators

29:28 Trust in Paranormal Investigations

33:20 The Controversial Sylvia Brown

36:16 Amanda Berry's Case and Sylvia Brown's Prediction

39:35 Opal Jennings and False Hope

41:19 Sean Hornbeck's Disappearance

45:10 Holly Cruso's Tragic End

49:33 Concluding Thoughts and Future Episodes

In this part 3 holiday episode in the series, Christy and Kathy continue their discussion on psychic detectives by exploring notable psychics and their involvement in helping to solve high-profile criminal cases, including psychic involvement in the Christmas case of Jonbenet Ramsey.

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• Content warning: This episode mentions sensitive topics related to true crime and is not suitable for younger listeners. Listener discretion is advised.
• This podcast is for informational or entertainment purposes only and should not be considered professional or medical advice. The content is general and accuracy is not guaranteed. Listeners are responsible for how they use the information.
• The hosts are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast.
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