CSI: Reality Check

Meet Criminalists Jordan and Night Shift Paige! We discuss how this podcast came about, how we became criminalists, and ask the question every fan of CSI wants answered: Who are you?

In this episode we introduce the LVPD graveyard shift. Warrick investigates a home invasion, Nick works a theft, Grissom finds out a suicide isn't what is appears, Catherine bounces around, and Holly has an interesting first night on the job. Let's dive into the world of CSI!

This week we meet Sara Sidle as she is brought in to investigate the whereabouts of Warrick during the Holly Gribbs shooting while Catherine tries to find the man who pulled the trigger. We also follow Nick and Grissom as they investigate the death of a man who falls off his hotel after winning $40 million. Was it another case of the Monaco curse? 

This week we follow Grissom, Nick, and Sara through the case of a kidnapped woman buried in the desert. Meanwhile, Warrick and Catherine investigate a case of a hit and run that causes Catherine to question how far to follow the evidence. This question leads Jordan and Paige down the rabbit hole in a discussion of ethics, compassion, and polygraphs. 

In this week's show Nick & Sarah investigate a hanging at a fraternity house involving hazing, liver, and an unusual tradition. Meanwhile, Grissom & Catherine tackle a case that stirs up emotional pain from Catherine's past and demonstrates that there is more than one way to find a boat.  Special Note: About 25 minutes in the audio changes. We had to record over two days in different locations because crime doesn't stop when you're recording a podcast. 

This week on CSI: Reality Check we follow Sara as she investigates a body in a dumpster; Nick & Catherine try to explain what really happened to a school dean while the killer tries to hide her true motive; and Grissom & Warrick work a case that gets under Grissom's skin. We also discuss the ways that we deal with the things that we see and the cases that are too much to handle. 

This week on CSI: Reality Check we meet several new characters and learn about Catherine's sordid past. Sara & Warrick investigate an officer involved shooting that pits the CSIs against the PD and Nicky & Grissom uncover the truth behind the murder of a woman found buried in concrete. 

This week on CSI: Reality Check the whole crew is working a quadruple murder together. This episode was written by a former CSI and encompasses several disciplines of forensic science. So strap in and get ready for a dark case that covers electrostatic lifting, casting, edge matching, UV cameras, and as the title implies - blood drops!    Hotline Numbers: Childhelp® Phone: 800.4.A.CHILD (800.422.4453) People They Help: Child abuse victims, parents, concerned individuals Darkness to Light Phone: 866.FOR.LIGHT (866.367.5444) People They Help: Children and adults needing local information or resources about sexual abuse Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network (RAINN) Phone: 800.656.HOPE (800.656.4673) People They Help: Rape and incest victims, media, policymakers, concerned individuals

This week on CSI: Reality Check Warrick and Nicky are assigned a car crash and decide to make a little wager over the case. Meanwhile, Grissom, Sara, and Catherine investigate a staged suicide that is similar to a previous case. Can they find the meaning behind the killer's messages? Let's find out!

This week on CSI: Reality Check the whole crew investigates a death on a plane at McCarran International Airport. While Grissom & Sara work the scene on the plane, Warrick & Catherine interview the tight lipped passengers and Nicky follows the body to the ME's office. With a 12 hour deadline the CSI team has to piece together the events that unfolded on the deadly flight. Was it murder or self defense? 

This week on CSI: Reality Check Nick is after a missing person while Warrick & Catherine are after a missing painting. Will everybody find what they're looking for? Meanwhile Grissom, Sara, & Brass investigate a body found in the desert. We learn about Grissom's love for bugs and Sara's need for some therapy. 

This week on CSI: Reality Check Grissom and Catherine investigate a missing woman and a creepy message left on a door. Nicky is requested to investigate an assault involving a familiar face. And Warrick & Sara don't play well together while working a murder that seems suspicious from the start. 

This week on CSI: Reality Check we follow Grissom, Sara, & Warrick as they re-investigate a house fire that killed a mother and son. Can they find out what caused the fire before the husband goes on trial for murder? Meanwhile, Catherine & Nick investigate the shooting of a young man with ties to gambling and bet makers.  Also, a big thanks to Meanie for our new theme song!

This week on CSI: Reality Check Grissom, Warrick, & Sara investigate a bomb that detonated in a building lobby. A helpful security guard becomes a part of the investigation, but no one can really figure the guy out. Meanwhile, Catherine helps Nicky after he is implicated in the death of a friend. It's a bummer of an episode for everyone. Jordan & Night Shift Paige also talk about a murderous story Jordan wrote and Paige's dream of being a movie director. 

This week on CSI: Reality Check Forensic Anthropologist Terri Miller returns to help Grissom & Catherine with a skeleton found in the desert. We also explore the relationship of Grissom & Terri. Meanwhile, Sara & Warrick investigate the death of a male stripper at a hotel. The case takes the pair all over Las Vegas when they have to track down the bridal party. 

This week on CSI: Reality Check the crew investigates the death of a woman found in a pool at a fund raising party. The host couple seem to be hiding things, including the whereabouts of the legendary Vegas showgirl Portia Hammond. Part way through the case Warrick is sent to another death. He knows what happened, but can he find the evidence to prove who did it? Let's find out!

This week on CSI: Reality Check Sara gets too close to a victim as she, Grissom, and Nick investigate a rape and attempted murder. Catherine and Warrick try to aid the DA's office with a murder case about to go to trial. And Catherine's ex, Eddie, continues to cause problems in her personal life. 

This week on CSI: Reality Check Warrick & Sara investigate a fire death that Sara believes may be a case of spontaneous human combustion. Meanwhile Grissom, Catherine, & Nicky investigate a homicide in a pottery store that leads them to a girl that went missing from Colorado 21 years ago. 

This week on CSI: Reality Check Catherine is called to a collapsed building in which three people died. She works with (or perhaps against?) the district engineer to determine the cause of the collapse. The rest of the crew works a double murder that looks like a car-jacking gone wrong, but turns out to have a much more sinister motive. 

*Warning: This episode may be upsetting to some listeners. Listener discretion is advised* This week on CSI: Reality Check we follow the crew as they investigate the kidnapping of 2 month old Zachary Anderson. When Zachary is found dead, the circumstances lead the team to believe the family is withholding information about his kidnapping and death. We also discuss the real life side of these cases and share some of our experiences investigating these types of crimes.