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June 8, 2024

Ep 33 3 Decades Cold Maria Jefferson and Chris McMullin

In this episode, I talk to author and detective Chris McMullen and author Maria Viola Jefferson about their book 'Three Decades Cold.' The book tells the story of Chris's career as a detective and his work on cold cases. The conversation covers topics...

In this episode, I talk to author and detective Chris McMullen and author Maria Viola Jefferson about their book 'Three Decades Cold.' The book tells the story of Chris's career as a detective and his work on cold cases. The conversation covers topics such as the process of writing the book, the challenges of being a left-handed person, the reality of police work compared to TV shows, and the emotional impact of solving cold cases.

 The book focuses on four specific cases, including the story of Lisa Todd, a Jane Doe who was finally identified after 19 years. The conversation explores the impact of cold cases on the detective and writer, as well as the importance of perseverance and dedication in solving these cases. It also touches on the Christopher Dorner case and the issue of the 'blue line' in law enforcement. The book, 'Three Decades Cold,' aims to inspire readers and shed light on the reality of unsolved missing persons cases. 

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Time Line
00:00 Introduction and Book Release
03:06 Introducing the Guests: Chris McMullen and Maria Viola Jefferson
06:25 The Writing Process: Collaboration and Challenges
10:07 Left-Handed Challenges and Representation
12:31 The Reality of Police Work vs. TV Shows
25:25 Using Modern Technology to Solve Cold Cases
26:53 The Personal and Professional Impact of Cold Cases
28:22 The Influence of Past Experiences on Parenting
29:44 Giving Back Names and Closure to Victims' Families
33:23 Transitioning to an Administrative Position in Law Enforcement
37:13 The Christopher Dorner Case and the 'Blue Line' in Law Enforcement
43:29 The Power of Perseverance in Solving Cold Cases
44:26 Inspiring Readers and Shedding Light on Unsolved Missing Persons Cases

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