The Cold Red Mailbag is OPEN! Join former FBI profiler James R. Fitzgerald (Fitz) and Ray Carr as they answer YOUR questions about the Nancy Guthrie kidnapping investigation, forensic evidence, suspicious ransom messages, and more. Was Nancy Guthrie originally targeted for a robbery? Could the phrase "buried in nature" hold a deeper meaning? And what can investigators learn from DNA evidence, jailhouse informants, and behavioral analysis? In today's LIVE episode, Fitz and Ray break down viewer theories, examine investigative possibilities, and separate speculation from evidence. *Topics include:*

• Nancy Guthrie: Robbery gone wrong or planned kidnapping?
• DNA evidence and the investigation
• The mysterious "buried in nature" phrase
• Possible connections to the 1989 Hearin kidnapping
• Forensic evidence and investigative procedures
• The O.J. Simpson glove controversy
• LIVE questions from the Cold Red community

*YOUR QUESTIONS. THEIR EXPERT ANALYSIS.* Join the conversation in the live chat! Submit your questions, share your theories, and hear Fitz and Ray respond in real time. 🔴 *Subscribe to Cold Red* for expert criminal profiling, forensic analysis, and in-depth discussions of today's biggest criminal investigations. 🌐 Visit: https://coldredpodcast.com #NancyGuthrie #ColdRedPodcast #TrueCrime #JamesFitzgerald #FBIProfiler #CriminalInvestigation #TrueCrimeCommunity

What happens when the hits stop, but the damage remains?

In this powerful episode of Cold Red, hosts Ray Carr and Fitz sit down with five-time NHL All-Star Brian Propp to explore the hidden consequences of professional hockey, repeated head trauma, and the long-term neurological effects that can follow athletes long after retirement.

With more than 1,000 career points, five Stanley Cup Finals appearances, and 15 seasons in the NHL, Propp experienced hockey during an era when toughness was everything and playing through injuries was simply part of the game.

From the infamous 1989 playoff hit by Chris Chelios to surviving a life-altering stroke in 2015, Propp shares his remarkable journey through injury, recovery, rehabilitation, and survival.

Building on their recent conversation with renowned neurosurgeon Dr. Philip Stieg, Ray and Fitz examine the science behind Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) and Traumatic Encephalopathy Syndrome (TES), exploring how repetitive brain trauma may affect memory, personality, emotional regulation, and behavior.

The conversation goes beyond professional sports, examining a fascinating intersection of neuroscience, behavioral analysis, and forensic linguistics: Can brain injuries change the way someone thinks, speaks, or behaves—and how do we recognize the difference between neurological damage and intentional behavior?

It's an eye-opening conversation about the price of greatness, the hidden battles athletes face, and the resilience required to rebuild a life after devastating neurological injury.

Subscribe to Cold Red on Apple Podcasts and follow us on social media for more conversations exploring criminal behavior, forensic science, neuroscience, and the human stories behind the headlines.

Visit coldredpodcast.com for more.

Stay safe and be aware of your surroundings. It just might save your life.

Can repeated head trauma change a person's behavior, destroy impulse control, or even contribute to violent actions?

In this episode of Cold Red, retired FBI agents Raymond Carr and James Fitzgerald sit down with renowned neurosurgeon, NFL consultant, and CTE researcher Dr. Philip Stieg to explore the disturbing relationship between Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE), brain damage, aggression, and violent behavior.

From professional football players to individuals with a history of repetitive head injuries, Dr. Stieg breaks down what science reveals about the long-term consequences of brain trauma—and what researchers still don't know.

Together, Ray, Fitz, and Dr. Stieg examine how damage to the frontal and temporal lobes may affect emotional regulation, decision-making, and impulse control. They also explore a critical question for criminal investigators: How do you distinguish calculated criminal behavior from actions potentially influenced by neurological deterioration?

In this episode:

• What CTE actually does to the brain and its four proposed stages

• The potential connection between repeated head injuries, aggression, and impulsive behavior

• Why some individuals experience personality changes while others develop cognitive decline

• How brain trauma can complicate FBI behavioral analysis and criminal investigations

• Whether neurological damage can influence speech, deception, and interrogation strategies

• The limitations of current CTE research and the challenges of diagnosing the condition

• How substance abuse, performance-enhancing drugs, and psychological stress may complicate the picture

• Could brain scans eventually play a role in determining criminal responsibility?

Can brain damage help explain violent behavior—or are we at risk of confusing correlation with causation?

Join Ray, Fitz, and Dr. Stieg for a fascinating discussion at the intersection of neuroscience, forensic psychology, and criminal behavior.

🔴 SUBSCRIBE TO COLD RED for expert criminal analysis, true crime investigations, and exclusive conversations with leading experts in law enforcement, medicine, and forensic science.

🌐 Visit our website: https://coldredpodcast.com

💬 JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Do you believe a history of serious brain trauma should influence how violent offenders are evaluated in the criminal justice system? Share your thoughts in the comments.

#ColdRedPodcast #CTE #BrainInjury #TrueCrime #Neuroscience #FBI #JamesFitzgerald #PhilipStieg #CriminalPsychology #ForensicScience