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Feb. 5, 2025

70. The Sherry Black Foundation

In this episode, retired FBI profiler Julia Cowley talks with Heidi Miller and Erin Ryan of the Sherry Black Foundation.

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The Consult: Real FBI Profilers

In this episode, retired FBI profiler Julia Cowley talks with Heidi Miller and Erin Ryan of the Sherry Black Foundation. Heidi’s mother, Sherry Black, was brutally murdered in 2010, and her case remained unsolved for years. Through perseverance and forensic advancements, justice was finally served. Now, Heidi and her family are dedicated to helping others find answers through their foundation. 

Erin Ryan, the Executive Director of the foundation, discusses their mission to support law enforcement through advanced training, resources, and advocacy for families of violent crime victims. We explore how investigative genetic genealogy, law enforcement collaboration, and community engagement are shaping the future of solving cold cases.

Learn more about the Sherry Black Foundation here: www.sherryblackfoundation.org.

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Music: "Light in the Basement" by John Hanske. You can listen to John's music on Spotify