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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
  • September 20, 2023September 20, 2023
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The Dark Side of Medical Tourism

Today on Pushing Up Lilies, we explore the unsettling world of medical tourism, where the pursuit of beauty can take a deadly turn. Join me as I share the harrowing stories of individuals who embarked on international journeys in search of cosmetic transformation, only to meet tragic and sometimes fatal ends.

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  • Julie Mattson
  • September 13, 2023September 13, 2023
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When Suicides Collide with Unseen Victims

In this episode, I invite you to step into my world as a forensic death investigator, where we explore a haunting aspect of my work that often goes unnoticed – suicides involving pedestrians and vehicles.

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  • Julie Mattson
  • September 6, 2023September 6, 2023
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The Invisible Killer – Unintentional Carbon Monoxide Deaths

In this riveting episode, we shine a light on the silent and deadly menace known as carbon monoxide. Join us as we delve into the haunting cases of unintentional carbon monoxide deaths that have left families shattered and communities in shock. These stories reveal the devastating consequences of a colorless, odorless gas that strikes without warning.

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  • Julie Mattson
  • August 30, 2023August 30, 2023
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True Tales of Real Estate Agent Homicides

Today we take a deep dive into the harrowing stories that lie beneath the surface of the real estate world. Join us as we uncover the chilling and tragic tales of real estate agent homicides that have sent shockwaves through the industry.

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  • Julie Mattson
  • August 23, 2023August 24, 2023
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Unmasking the Craigslist Killers

In this gripping episode, we delve deep into the sinister world of Craigslist killers, where innocent online interactions turn into real-life nightmares. Join us as we meticulously dissect the chilling tales of individuals who used the anonymity of online platforms to lure victims to their demise.

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  • Julie Mattson
  • August 16, 2023August 16, 2023
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Exploring the Maui Blaze and a Reign of Terrifying Infernos

In this riveting episode, we delve deep into the heart of the Maui Fire and a series of spine-chilling blazes that have engulfed homes, RVs, and lives.

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  • Julie Mattson
  • August 9, 2023August 9, 2023
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Cannibals Among Us: Stories of Those Who Kill and Consume

In this unsettling episode, we delve into the chilling world of cannibals among us, exploring the shocking stories of individuals who commit the unimaginable act of killing and consuming other human beings. With a focus on understanding the motivations, psychological factors, and societal context that drive such horrific behavior, we dive deep into cases from history and the present day.

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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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The Death of Barrett Walsh: Psychosis, a Murder Charge, and the Lindsay Clancy Connection
byJulie Mattson

When I first started looking into the death of two-year-old Barrett Walsh, one detail immediately stood out to me: his mother, Corie Walsh, had reportedly been closely following the Lindsay Clancy trial and discussing it with friends just hours before Barrett was found.

The similarities between the two cases are difficult to ignore. Both involve mothers accused of killing young children inside their family homes, suicide attempts, ligatures, and defenses centered around severe mental illness or psychosis. But similarities aren’t evidence, and they certainly don’t prove that one case inspired another.

In this episode of Pushing Up Lilies, I want to slow the story down and look beyond that headline.

Barrett, whose nickname was Bear, was found in the basement of his Illinois home with a ligature around his neck. A neighbor lowered him, began CPR, and called 911. Corie was found elsewhere in the home with injuries believed to be self-inflicted. Prosecutors have since charged her with three counts of first-degree murder, while her attorneys say she was experiencing a psychotic episode.

From a death investigator’s perspective, though, those facts are only the beginning.

I’m taking you through how I would approach a scene like this: documenting Barrett’s original position before lifesaving efforts changed the scene, examining the ligature and suspension point, preserving digital evidence, reconstructing the timeline, documenting medications and other evidence inside the home, and separating what witnesses actually observed from what they interpreted.

Content Note: This episode discusses the death of a child, ligature asphyxia, self-harm, alleged homicide, suicide, and severe mental illness.

The Death of Barrett Walsh: Psychosis, a Murder Charge, and the Lindsay Clancy Connection
The Death of Barrett Walsh: Psychosis, a Murder Charge, and the Lindsay Clancy Connection
September 16, 2026
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The Death of Aria Talathi: When a Drowning Scene Tells a Different Story
September 9, 2026
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The Lindsay Clancy Trial: The Case Is Now in the Jury’s Hands
September 2, 2026
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The Lindsay Clancy Trial: New Testimony, New Questions
August 26, 2026
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The Lindsay Clancy Trial: Psychosis, Premeditation, or Both?
August 19, 2026
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The Lindsay Clancy Case: Three Children, One Unthinkable Night
August 12, 2026
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Grand Haven: The Karolkiewicz Family
August 5, 2026
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When Murder Ends in Suicide: A Recent Wave of American Murder-Suicides
July 29, 2026
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The Questions Left Behind: What Happened to Allie Hummel?
July 22, 2026
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Andrew Hummel: Discovery of Allie
July 22, 2026
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