The Tim Ferriss Show

The Tim Ferriss Show

A New Way to Solve a Murder, Part 1: The Genetic Detectives

Jun 6, 2019 · 00:25:26

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✨ AI Summary

Genetic genealogy databases are transforming law enforcement, leading to dozens of arrests.
Heather Murphy reported on the first trial using this technique.
The episode examined the tool's effectiveness and its impact on privacy.

Guests on This Episode

American genetic genealogist · 3 podcast appearances

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Peter Headley

1 podcast appearance

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