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  • November 20, 2024November 20, 2024
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Deaths in Tanning Beds

In this episode, we’re diving into a chilling and often overlooked phenomenon—people found deceased in tanning beds.

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  • Julie Mattson
  • November 13, 2024November 13, 2024
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Eighteen Decomposed Bodies in a Funeral Home

In this episode of Pushing Up Lilies, we dive into the chilling case of Chris Lee Johnson, a 39-year-old funeral home owner from Douglas, Georgia, who has been arrested after authorities discovered 18 decomposing bodies in his care.

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  • Julie Mattson
  • March 13, 2024March 13, 2024
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A Day in the Life of a Death Investigator: Exploring the Menendez Brothers

Join me as I provide an exclusive glimpse behind the scenes into a typical day in my profession. We’ll delve into the intricate workings of forensic investigations, shedding light on the duties and responsibilities that often go unnoticed. We also take a look at the notorious case of Lyle and Erik Menendez.

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  • Julie Mattson
  • March 6, 2024March 6, 2024
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Parricide: Why Do Kids Kill Their Parents?

In this episode of Pushing Up Lilies, we delve into the haunting phenomenon of parricide—the unthinkable act of children taking the lives of their own parents and siblings.

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  • Julie Mattson
  • February 28, 2024February 28, 2024
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Grave Betrayals: Dark Secrets of Funeral Homes

On todays episode of Pushing Up Lilies, we delve into the disturbing underbelly of funeral homes in this eye-opening episode. “Grave Betrayals” pulls back the veil on shocking stories of funeral homes that weren’t resting in peace, but were hoarding bodies, neglecting cremations, and in some harrowing cases, even selling body parts.

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  • Julie Mattson
  • February 21, 2024February 21, 2024
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Innocence Lost: A Forensic Dive into Child Deaths

Join me through the somber landscapes of true crime, on this episode of Pushing Up Lilies. In a heart-wrenching exploration, we delve into the tragic stories of young lives lost, shining a forensic light on the unsettling realities surrounding child deaths.

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  • Julie Mattson
  • February 14, 2024February 14, 2024
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True Stories of Pastors and Ministers Turned Murderers

Join me, Julie Mattson, your guide into the darkest corners of true crime on Pushing Up Lilies. In this spine-chilling episode, we unravel the unholy stories of reverends and ministers who, behind the sacred facade, commit unthinkable acts — killing their spouses and attempting to shroud their sins in a cloak of deception.

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  • Julie Mattson
  • February 7, 2024February 14, 2024
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Chronicles of a Death Investigator and Sexual Assault Nurse

Step into the riveting world of forensic investigation and healthcare with me, Julie Mattson, your host on Pushing Up Lilies. In this eye-opening episode, we unravel the multifaceted roles of a death investigator and sexual assault nurse, shedding light on the crucial procedures and protocols that guide us through the darkest corners of crime scenes.

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Pushing Up Lilies

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Dissect the science behind some of the most spine-tingling, unusual and terrifyingly true crime stories with Julie Mattson, a seasoned Forensic Nurse Death Investigator in this gripping weekly podcast.

Julie’s unique approach to investigations is informed by her background in nursing, which allows her to provide an in-depth analysis of the medical intricacies and physiological aspects of each case.

With her compassionate storytelling and unwavering dedication to uncovering the truth, Julie takes you on a thrilling journey into the world of forensic science, shining a light on the intersection of medicine, justice and criminal investigation.

In “Pushing Up Lilies,” Julie’s expert medical analysis will captivate your imagination and challenge your understanding of the human body’s role in solving the most complex and enigmatic criminal case.

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