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Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a Time
Former FBI senior forensic examiners Becky Passmore and Stacy Eldridge dive into the world of digital forensics—one byte at a time. Now running their own firms and teaching the next wave of cyber sleuths, they share real-world case insights, expert tips, and a sharp sense of humor. From computer and iPhone forensics to ransomware attacks, this podcast unpacks how digital evidence solves modern crimes. Perfect for cybersecurity pros, students, and true crime techies. Join us as we Parse the…
Episodes
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeTN vs Ahmad Gatlin: Part 6
In this episode, Stacy Eldridge and Becky Passmore break down the defense testimony in the State of Tennessee vs. Ahmed Gatlin case and examine what can get…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeTN vs Ahmad Gatlin: Part 5
In this episode, we unpack a live Snapchat demo, a digital forensics expert, and one critical question: what does a file really prove once it leaves the app?…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeTN vs Ahmad Gatlin: Part 4
In this episode of Parsing the Truth One Byte at a Time, Stacy Eldridge and Becky Passmore unpack digital evidence and courtroom testimony in the Tennessee v…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeTN vs Ahmad Gatlin: Part 3
This episode explores the cross-examination of a digital forensics expert in the Ahmed Gatlin case, revealing how mobile phone evidence, cloud storage, app…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeTN vs Amad Gatlin: Part 2
Ahmad Gatlin (16) and 2 other teenagers are on trial for a drive-by shooting. What will significant locations, Uber, and Snapchat data reveal? Listen to the…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeTN vs Amad Gatlin: Part 1
Ahmad Gatlin (16) and 2 other teenagers are on trial for a drive-by shooting. What will significant locations, Uber, and Snapchat data reveal? Tune in and find…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeWhen nothing is all you got
The digital evidence contained no leads until Steve Bunting searched for nothing in the 2021 Keith Gibson murder case. Special Guest: Steven Bunting Stacy…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeThe Problem with Deepfakes
Deepfakes are everywhere, and determining the Provenance of digital evidence is more important and challenging than ever before. Lars Daniel joins us to…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeThe Daubert Standard Part 2 - What you Need to Know
Part 2: We continue the conversation with Jessica Hyde regarding the Daubert Standard, AI, and Peer Reviews. Special Guest: Jessica Hyde, Hexordia Support the…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeThe Daubert Standard: What you need to know Part 1
Jessica Hyde joins us to explain what you need to know about Daubert to help you ensure your evidence doesn't get tossed in your next big case. We'll also…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeBrett Shavers and the Investigative Mindset
This episode with Brett Shavers explores why the most important skill in digital forensics is an investigative mindset—using critical thinking, legal…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeThe People vs Michael Jackson Part 2
In the 2005 trial of the People vs Michael Jackson, the FBI examined numerous Mac computers and laptops, but there was no testimony regarding any of that…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeThe People vs Michael Jackson Part 1
In the 2005 trial of the People vs Michael Jackson, the FBI examined numerous Mac computers and laptops, but there was no testimony regarding any of that…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeThe 12 Invoices
This week, Becky shares a case about the discovery of multiple invoices linked to a fraud scheme. She submitted her reports. She shows up to the courtroom, and…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeDigital Forensics Now Cross Over Event
The hosts of the Digital Forensics Now podcast, Heather Charpentier and Alexis Brignoni, interview Stacy and Becky, asking questions ranging from how the…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeSeason Two - Here we come!
We're taking a look back at the 52 episodes of Season One, sharing some more lessons learned, and discussing what's on tap for Season Two! This episode is…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeKaren Read 1-11: Lessons Learned
Few cases have tested digital forensic practice as publicly as the first Karen Read trial. We're breaking down the biggest takeaways so you can apply them…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeKaren Read 1-10: Richard Green Testimony P2
Richard Green's testified as the digital forensic expert for the defense. We are diving into the first half of his testimony, where he shares the data…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeKaren Read 1-9: Richard Green Testimony P1
Richard Green's testified as the digital forensic expert for the defense. We are diving into the first half of his testimony, where he shares the data…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeKaren Read 1-8: Nick Guarino Testimony P2
Nick Guarino's testimony centers on digital artifacts and the analysis of data. We're breaking down the second half of his testimony, where he shares the data…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeKaren Read 1-7: Nick Guarino Testimony P1
Nick Guarino's testimony centers on digital artifacts and the analysis of data. We're breaking down the first half of his testimony, where he shares the data…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeKaren Read: Special Guest Ian Whiffin
Special Guest Ian Whiffin joins us to discuss details about his testimony during the first Karen Read Trial. We ask technical questions to get to some of the…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeKaren Read 1-5; Ian Whiffin Testimony P2
Ian Whiffin's testimony centers on digital artifacts and data analysis. We are covering the second half of his testimony, in which he shares the data he dug up…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeKaren Read 1-4: Ian Whiffin Testimony P1
Ian Whiffin's testimony centers on digital artifacts and the analysis of data. We're breaking down the first half of his testimony, where he shares the data he…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeKaren Read 1-3: Jessica Hyde Testimony Part 2
We continue our deep dive into Jessica Hyde’s testimony, focusing on the second half of her analysis and the critical insights she uncovered. In this portion…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeKaren Read 1-2: Jessica Hyde Testimony Part 1
Jessica Hyde's testimony centers around the search term "Hos long to die in cold" discovered on Jennifer McCabe's phone. We're breaking down the first half of…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeKaren Read 1-1: Richard Green Affidavit
A single Google search. A disputed timestamp. And a murder trial that ended in a mistrial. In the high-profile Karen Read case, competing digital forensics…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeKaren Read 2024 Trial Series Introduction
We're starting our series on the 2024 Karen Read trial. We're digging into the testimony given by digital forensic examiners. In this episode, we're going to…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeWas it Suicide or Murder? The Leslie Hartman Case.
Did Leslie Hartman commit suicide, or was it murder? Did her boyfriend, a sheriff's deputy, murder her, or just make the 911 call? Find out how ChromeCache and…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimePart 2: Printed Emails Aren't Digital Evidence
Last week, we had lots of questions about those printed emails. So we brought on Lauren Hillery, who saw all the emails, to give us the inside scoop. Lauren…
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Part 1: Printed Emails aren't Digital Evidence
Sixty printed emails. Partial evidence. Incomplete story. Learn how digital forensics can fill the gaps in this real-world case. Episode Summary: This week…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeThe Lauren Giddings Case
David Freyman shares how collaboration helps put together the digital pieces of the Lauren Giddings murder. Learn how hashes of IP addresses, a seemingly…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimePremeditation in the Bobby Jo Stinnett Case
Explore the gripping Bobby Jo Stinnett case, where digital forensics helped prove premeditation. Discover how recovering internet history led to an IP Address…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeWho Solves Cases? Digital Forensics Tools or People?
We explore the need for human expertise in solving cybercrimes. We discuss forensic tool limitations, examiner competence, and evolving technology challenges…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeThree Pillars of Expert Testimony: Preparation, Presence, & Education
What makes an expert witness persuasive? Preparation, Presence, Education. Tune in as Laura Heldwein, a nearly 40-year FBI veteran, helps us break down how to…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeDigital Crumbs: Finding the final crumb to find Ricky Saxton's Murderer
To find Ricky Saxton's murderer, Wayne Mitchell has to manually recover hundreds of tiny digital crumbs in an attempt to find video evidence of Ricky's murder…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeWill Emojis Keep You Safe?
Dive into the illusion of online safety provided by emojis. We explore whether covering a child's face with an emoji truly protects their identity. Learn the…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a Time12 Days of DFIR
We're sharing 12 must-know artifacts to get you through the holiday season AND any digital forensics case that might come your way. Cozy up with your favorite…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeMushroom Murders Part 4
Get the inside scoop from the digital forensics expert who testified about all the cell phone location records and the SIM Card swapping in the Mushroom…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeThe Mushroom Murders Part 3
What do the prosecution and defense say about all this digital evidence during their closing arguments in the mushroom murders? We're breaking it down along…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeMushroom Murders Part 2
In Part 2 of the mushroom murder, we discuss SIM card swapping and factory resetting mobile devices. Will there be any digital evidence left? AKA the Erin…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeThe Mushroom Murders Part 1
In this episode, we travel to Australia to learn about the digital evidence in the Erin Patterson Case, AKA the Mushroom Murders. We discuss cell phone…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a Time25 Episodes - A Look Back!
Can you believe we're already 25 episodes into this podcast?! Join us as we look back at why we started, what we've learned, and what we're looking forward to…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a Time25 Years of Turmoil in Digital Forensics
Stacy Eldridge & Becky Passmore spoke live at the Oxygen Forensics Conference, reflecting back on how 25 years of technology and humanity colliding have shaped…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a Time25 Years of Turmoil in Digital Forensics
Stacy Eldridge & Becky Passmore spoke live at the Oxygen Forensics Conference, reflecting back on how 25 years of technology and humanity colliding have shaped…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeMore with Larry on the Thing About Pam
Larry McClain gave us so much great knowledge on the Thing About Pam case and the murder of Louis Gumpenberger; we had to split it into two episodes. Join us…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeThe Thing About Pam: A shooting
This week Special Guest Larry McClain joins us as we discuss his work on the The Thing About Pam case and the murder of Louis Gumpenberger. Learn about the…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeThe Thing about Pam Hupp & Russ Faria's Retrial (Part 2)
Dive into Russ Faria's retrial by exploring the digital evidence that was finally admitted and subsequently led to his acquittal. How did Pam Hupp's digital…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeThe Thing About Pam Hupp & Russ Faria Part 1
The Thing About Pam Hupp — she’s tied to the murder of Betsy Faria and the wrongful guilty verdict in Russ Faria’s first trial. In this episode, we break down…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeBusiness Email Compromise
Discover how business email compromise cases exploit human trust rather than relying solely on technology. We explore the mechanics of BEC attacks, common…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeElsbeth Battles AI
Elsbeth battles AI being used to manipulate crime reporting, and we're discussing how traces left behind on a laptop can be used IRL to determine whodunnit.
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeHow brute force & the Kik App saved a young girl
A new brute-forcing tool helps examiners get access to the Kik App, which would help the FBI rescue a young girl from human trafficking.
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeCasey Anthony Lessons Learned
We're sharing never-before-released insider knowledgeabout what happened with the digital evidence in the Casey Anthony trial. This will change EVERYTHING you…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeEpstein's Missing Minute Found
We've found the missing minute from the Epstein Jail video. We discuss the 13 new files we used to find it and what it means. BONUS: We discuss 2 jail videos…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeCasey Anthony: The defense's hidden expert
We speak with the digital forensics expert for the defense, Larry Daniel. He reveals the untold stories behind the Casey Anthony trial, including why he didn't…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeCasey Anthony: John Bradley Testimony Shockers
Discover how a coding error led to a media frenzy in the Casey Anthony case. John Bradley reveals how it all happened, along with how he was caught off guard…
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Casey Anthony: Different tool - Different story
In a bizarre twist, the defense calls the state’s own witnesses to introduce digital evidence, only to drop a bombshell that shakes the world of digital…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeBizarre Tactics and Browser Trails and Bradley's Testimony
The Prosecution uses a bizarre tactic to get John Bradley to testify about the infamous Chloroform hit in the browser history in the Casey Anthony trial. We…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeCasey Anthony: The State's Forensic Experts
The Casey Anthony trial had plenty of controversial digital evidence and we're going to dive into it . In Part 1 we focus on the testimony from the OCSO…
Parsing the Truth: One Byte at a TimeFrames Don’t Lie: Epstein’s Missing Minutes
What happened to the missing Epstein footage? 3 minutes missing? 6 minutes and 34 seconds missing? Find out what was lost, what was hidden—and how we figured…