#A Fresh Look at the JonBenét Ramsey Case

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A Fresh Look at the JonBenét Ramsey Case

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Nearly 30 years after the shocking murder of six-year-old JonBenét Ramsey, the case remains unsolved. A new Netflix documentary series, Cold Case: Who Killed JonBenét Ramsey, directed by Oscar-nominated filmmaker Joe Berlinger, revisits the high-profile case and puts pressure on authorities in Boulder, Colorado, to finally seek justice.

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Lou Smit’s Investigative Work

The documentary highlights the efforts of Lou Smit, a retired Colorado Springs detective who was brought in to assist Boulder’s district attorney. Smit concluded early on that the Ramseys were not involved in their daughter’s murder, a stance that clashed with local police. His findings focused on the possibility of an intruder, suggesting that someone could have entered the Ramsey home, waited for the right moment, and committed the crime.

Smit firmly believed that advancements in DNA technology would eventually solve the case. However, viewers may be surprised to learn that authorities in Boulder have yet to fully leverage DNA testing on crucial evidence.

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DNA Evidence Ignored

The series reveals that a DNA report exonerating the Ramseys was handed to Boulder police by the Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) just months after the murder. However, because the findings did not align with the local police’s theory implicating the family, the report was allegedly suppressed. This allowed the media to perpetuate narratives painting the Ramseys as suspects.

According to Smit’s notes, the DNA report was only shared with prosecutors months later. Despite the evidence, it wasn’t until 2008 that the Ramseys were publicly cleared, leaving their reputation scarred by decades of accusations.

Calls for Advanced DNA Testing

Berlinger argues that the case could be solved today with modern DNA technology. He points out that older evidence should be retested, and some items that were sent to the crime lab decades ago remain unanalyzed. JonBenét’s father, John Ramsey, has also urged authorities to use advanced genetic genealogy and cutting-edge DNA techniques. He believes that six or seven key pieces of evidence, including the garrote used in the murder, have yet to undergo proper testing.

The Role of the Media

The documentary also critiques the media’s role in distorting public perception of the case. Berlinger highlights examples of irresponsible journalism, such as sensationalized daytime talk shows and unfounded accusations. He laments the decline of journalistic standards and the rise of opinion-based reporting, which he views as divisive and damaging.

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Seeking Justice

Berlinger’s goal is to inspire action from Colorado authorities and provide closure to the Ramsey family. John Ramsey has expressed his belief that a masked intruder who sexually assaulted a 12-year-old girl in Boulder nine months after JonBenét’s murder may be the same person responsible for his daughter’s death. He suspects the killer was hiding inside their home when the family returned the night of the murder.

Through Cold Case: Who Killed JonBenét Ramsey, Berlinger sheds light on the unresolved aspects of this haunting case, urging authorities to take decisive steps toward justice for JonBenét and her family.

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JonBenét Ramsey Astrology of Crime | Joshua the Psychic

Join Joshua MacGuire, also known as Joshua the Psychic, as we delve into the mysterious JonBenet Ramsey case. Using astrology charts, we look to uncover hidden truths surrounding her tragic demise. Explore the astrological alignments and influences during that fateful time, to gain fresh insights into motives, relationships, and circumstances. Whether you're a true crime enthusiast, astrology aficionado, or intrigued by the intersection of astrology and forensic investigation, this YouTube video is a must-watch. Joshua MacGuire, aka Joshua the Psychic, uncovers startling truths using forensic astrology.

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Friday, August 16, 2019 Canadian TV Listings (Times Eastern)

WHAT IS NOT PREMIERING IN CANADA TONIGHT GHOST BROTHERS: HAUNTED HOUSEGUESTS (TBD) LOVE AFTER LOCKUP (TBD)

NEW TO AMAZON PRIME/CRAVE/NETFLIX CANADA/CBC GEM: AMAZON PRIME JIM GAFFIGAN: QUALITY TIME

CBC GEM FIND ME IN PARIS (Premiering on Hulu in the U.S, but streaming now on CBC Gem) SADIE’S LAST DAYS ON EARTH (Drama) THE BEAUTIFUL LIE (Drama Series) WOODSTOCK: THREE DAYS THAT CHANGED A GENERATION (Documentary)

NETFLIX CANADA 45 RPM (Season 1) APACHE: THE LIFE OF CARLOS TEVEZ (Season 1) BETTER THAN US (Season 1) DIAGNOSIS (Season 1) GREEN FRONTIER (Season 1) INVADER ZIM: ENTER THE FLORPUS THE LITTLE SWITZERLAND MINDHUNTER (Season 2) QB1: BEYOND THE LIGHTS SEXTUPLETS SUPER MONSTERS BACK TO SCHOOL VICTIM NUMBER 8

2019 LITTLE LEAGUE WORLD SERIES (TSN5) 6:00pm: Canada vs. Mexico

MLB BASEBALL (SN) 7:00pm: Seattle at Jays

CFL FOOTBALL  (TSN/TSN3/TSN4TSN5) 7:30pm:  Edmonton at Argos

HAILEY DEAN MYSTERIES: DEATH ON DUTY (City) 8:00pm: A psychologist and former prosecutor helps a detective investigate the murder of a former Marine. MISS BALA (Crave) 9:00pm: A woman finds herself in big trouble when a cartel leader forces her to do his dirty work to save her kidnapped friend. Determined to get away, she must now play a dangerous game to outwit the gang -- and the DEA agents who suspect her of complicity.

HUNTING JONBENÉT'S KILLER: THE UNTOLD STORY (Crime + Investigation) 9:00pm: Elizabeth Vargas takes a fresh look at the most notorious cold-case murder in American history as new leads are tracked and new DNA tests are conducted; featuring an exclusive interview with John Ramsey, as well as many never-before-seen photos.

MEGA MACHINES: SEA GIANTS (Science) 10:00pm: At the world's largest cruise ports, professional teams race against the clock and the weather to re-supply the biggest cruise ships in the world.

JOSH (BBC Canada) 10:15pm: Josh's new girlfriend, Millie, takes him on a date. He gets stuck on a zip-wire and it goes viral. Kate and her mum immerse themselves in the theatre and Owen finally takes his driving test.

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1 The Terrifying Axeman of New Orleans:  We explore one of the bloodiest chapters in New Orleans history. 2 The Mysterious Death of the Boy in the Box: Who killed America’s Unknown Child? 3 The Bizarre Road Trip of a Missing Family: What caused this seemingly normal family to abandon their home? 4 The Tragic Murder of JonBenét Ramsey: A look into America’s most-discussed cold case. 5 The Odd Vanishing of Amelia Earhart: What truly happened to the famed aviator? 6 The Creepy Murder in Room 1046: What really happened to this mystery man? 7 The Strange Drowning of Natalie Wood: Who killed this Hollywood star? 8 The Mysterious Poisoned Pill Murders: The incidents depicted happened 35 years ago. 9 The Disturbing Murders at Keddie Cabin: We tackle a fresh case in the remote forests of Northern California. 10 The Suspicious Assassination of JFK: The unexplained death of a President.

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Audio Book Extra

The Most Dangerous Animal of All: Searching for My Father… And Finding the Zodiac Killer

By Gary L. Stewart and Susan Mustafa; Narrated by Gary L. Stewart

I have always been a sucker for true crime. Not necessarily to read, but when flipping through the channels, looking for something to watch, I’ll pick a true crime mystery over almost anything. When I was little I can remember my parents catching me watching Unsolved Mysteries from the hallway after they had told me to go to bed. After the third time, I would get a pretty good spanking, and would be grounded from watching TV for a week. Of course, that never really followed through because the TV was always on in our house growing up. I learned very quickly how to hide in the shadows, and not to make a sound. If I did get caught it was usually because the dog caught me, or I’d get so engrossed in what was happening that I wouldn’t even notice when my mother or father would get up to use the restroom or to get a glass of milk and the Oreos.

I’m not sure what, in particular, really engrosses me in true crime: the mystery solving or the possibility that something like this could happen to me, and maybe if I pay close enough attention, I can prevent it from happening? I think most likely it’s the two combined. Take the JonBenét Ramsey case: here is a girl only a few years younger than me that was found murdered in her home Christmas of 1996, and my mother went to high school with Patsy Ramsey. That’s hitting rather close to home, if you ask me! Granted, she lived in the Midwest while I lived on the East Coast, but still, our mothers went to school together! That’s a bit scary in my books, especially to me, a nine-year-old girl at the time of JonBenét’s death.

When I saw The Most Dangerous Animal of All on Audible, I knew I needed to listen to it. I had heard of the Zodiac Killer, but not having been a live at the time of the killings, I didn’t really know much about it. And for the fact that in the title you’re told this book is going to be about a man in search of his real father finds the Zodiac Killer, I was immediately hooked. I knew this was going to be a good book for me! And I was correct. Over the next few days of driving for a vacation, I listened to the almost 11-hour book on tape and was absorbed the entire time. I dare you to try to put it down!

Some History:

The self-proclaimed Zodiac Killer was a serial killer who operated in northern California in the late 1960s and early 1970s. While he claims to have killed 37 people, only five people have been confirmed dead and two injured. He taunted police and sent threats through the local newspapers from 1969 to 1974, but further communication from him abruptly stopped. Despite an intensive search for him and numerous suspects having been questioned, no one has ever been arrested for the crimes and the case still remains open.

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The Synopsis:

Gary L. Stewart was adopted as an infant by Lloyd and Leona Stewart. One day they come to him with some unexpected news: his birth mother, Judy, wants to meet him. Gary eventually calls Judy on Mother’s Day, 39 years after she gave him up.

As Gary tells the story of his and Judy’s developing relationship, he finds himself being pulled toward wanting to find his biological father as well. What he finds is not what he expected. Combing through years of research, interviews with friends and relatives, and digging through old news reports and police records, Gary finds his birth father, Earl Van Best Jr, and finds the face of an animal, the face known as The Zodiac Killer.

For decades, the Zodiac Killer eluded police with his—still unsolved—cyphers and shirked capture multiple times. His vicious crimes terrified Californians for years leading up to and after the Manson murders, and to this day he remains one of America’s unsolved mysteries.

Through this personal memoir, Gary takes us through his trials and tribulations of finding out who his biological parents are, reconstructing the past and finding forensic evidence to back his findings, and finally puts a name with the face of The Zodiac Killer.

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The Review & Wrap-Up:

When I first started listening to The Most Dangerous Animal of All, my initial thoughts were: I hope the narrator doesn’t sound this monotone the whole time, and how does the author know that this is how things happened—the book is written in a novelistic style to help tell the story better. Those were my only two negative thoughts on the whole book. It was engrossing and very well researched.

The novelistic style in which it is written does help deliver the book in such a way that it helps to keep the audience captured—this style helped me imagine it just like an episode of Unsolved Mysteries. But of course, I wondered multiple times, how the author knew this is how things happened. Stewart does explain early in the first chapter that all the novelization is made up. That the only scenes that are verbatim are the ones that he had with others, but it still nagged me throughout the book.

As for Stewart’s monotone voice, that too was a bit troublesome for me throughout most of the book. I thought for sure that Harper Audio could have gotten someone else, someone with a little tone inflection, but I’m sure Stewart being the true narrator of the story, wanted to narrate it himself. And, by the end of the story, I’m glad that he did. I didn’t realize it so much until the end and I sat back and thought about it, but how difficult this telling of his life must be for him, and how strained his voice sounded at times. When he almost breaks down at the end talking about his adoptive father, Lloyd, I started to tear up as well. The emotional strain Stewart must have felt while researching and reading this book is overwhelming for me, I can’t even imagine what it was like for him!

The amount of evidence that Gary sifted through to find the truth of who his biological father is must be a mountain. The amount of strain in finding him must have hurt Gary’s relationship with his adoptive parents, and others in his life, whether it was evident or not. You can see the strain that it put on his relationship with Judy at one point in the story; a strain that I can’t decide if I hope they got over or not.

The amount of detail that is put into this memoir is amazing and completely capturing. I had a hard time putting this one on hold while I participated in everyday life. I found myself doing random odd jobs just so I could continue listening a little longer.

 From one wine-loving bookaholic to another, I hope I’ve helped you find your next fix. —Dani

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Love this book? Check out Sharp Objects by Gillian Flynn.

Fresh from a brief stay in a psych hospital, reporter Camille Preaker faces a troubling assignment: she must return to her tiny hometown to cover the murders of two preteen girls. For years, Camille has hardly spoken to her neurotic, hypochondriac mother or to the half-sister she barely knows, a beautiful thirteen-year-old with an eerier grip on the town. Now, installed in her old bedroom in her family’s Victorian mansion, Camille finds herself identifying with the young victims—a bit too strongly. Dogged by her own demons, she must unravel the psychological puzzle of her own past if she wants to get the story—and survive this homecoming.

Pair it with: A Lucid Bruise. 1-ounce Lucid absinthe and 1-ounce coffee liquor served over light rocks, this slightly nutty licorice flavored floating bruise will have you feeling good. But have one too many you’ll likely find the bruise on you rather than in your glass.

The Lucid Bruise was an old favorite of mine to serve while I worked as a bar tender at Richwood Grill in Morgantown, WV. While Richwood is no longer there, the owners have reopened elsewhere in Morgantown as Hill and Hollow Victuals and Libations. Check them out on the web or in person for some of the best locally grown food and drinks you’ll ever find!

Start a conversation: What would you do if you were adopted and your biological parents tried contacting you? How would you react if your parent turned out to be a serial killer?

 Have a book you’d like to suggest or one you’d like me to review? Please feel free to leave your comments down below.

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