CSI: Reality Check
43 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 5 years ago - ★★★★★ - 37 ratingsCriminalists Jordan and Night Shift Paige talk about the show CSI. We discuss the science used to solve cases and all the character drama you can handle.
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Episodes
S2 E18- Chasing the Bus
March 12, 2019 13:16 - 1 hour - 56.9 MBThis week on CSI: Reality Check the whole team works on a multi-fatality bus crash that occurred just outside Las Vegas.
S2 E17 - Felonious Monk
March 04, 2019 04:45 - 1 hour - 64.2 MBThis week on CSI: Reality Check Catherine and Warrick review a case from the past when a convicted murderer makes a deathbed confession. Meanwhile, Grissom, Nick, and Sara investigate a multiple murder at a Buddhist temple.
S2E16 - Primum Non Nocere
February 10, 2019 20:25 - 47 minutes - 43.2 MBThis week on CSI: Reality Check Nick and Warrick investigate a death in a jazz club. Grissom, Sara, and Catherine look into a death at a hockey game. ** There is some interference with one of the microphones in the recording. Don't worry- it's on our end, not yours! **
S2E15 - Burden of Proof
January 13, 2019 02:05 - 56 minutes - 51.3 MBThis week on CSI: Reality Check the team investigates the murder of a man dumped at the body farm.
S2E14 - The Finger
December 10, 2018 21:28 - 50 minutes - 45.9 MBThis week on CSI: Reality Check the night crew investigate Roy Logan who was found with blood covered hands and one million dollars in a briefcase. Catherine is forced to go with Roy when he tried to leave the station so the rest of the team has to follow a trail of breadcrumbs she leaves behind. Also, Sarah goes on a date!
S2E13 - Identity Crisis
November 25, 2018 11:05 - 1 hour - 56.1 MBThis week on CSI: Reality Check the whole crew works together when a man is found murdered in a warehouse. The crime scene matches the M.O. of a man they have faced off with before, but proving the killer's identity becomes critical to catching him.
S2E12 - You've Got Male
November 03, 2018 10:00 - 1 hour - 55.8 MBThis week on CSI: Reality Check Catherine and Nicky investigate a death that seems to be a hunting accident. Grissom and Sara investigate the murders of two sisters while Warrick tries to put together a glass door puzzle.
S2E11 - Organ Grinder
October 20, 2018 02:06 - 1 hour - 63.5 MBThis week on CSI: Reality Check the night crew investigates the death of a man found unconscious in a casino elevator. The investigation leads the team into past of the man's wife and secretary and they find some interesting coincidences...
S2E10 - Ellie
October 13, 2018 01:43 - 1 hour - 67.7 MBThis week on CSI: Reality Check Warrick is in charge of the night shift as Grissom and Catherine are out of town. A con-man is killed in a casino parking garage and the investigation leads to a family member of one of the team. And Sara gets to help a Federal agency with an investigation!
S2E9 - And Then There Were None
October 06, 2018 00:42 - 1 hour - 57.6 MBThis week on CSI: Reality Check a casino in Las Vegas is robbed and the M.O. matches a robbery a month prior in Laughlin. While the boys work that case, the girls head off to a convenience store were a robbery ended in the clerk being killed. Could there be more to these cases than meets the eye? Lets find out!
S2E8 - Slaves of Las Vegas
July 22, 2018 02:01 - 1 hour - 56.9 MBThis week on CSI: Reality Check we discuss the episode you've all been waiting for... Lady Heather's first appearance! While investigating the murder of a woman found at a park Grissom, Catherine, and Brass are led to Lady Heather's Dominion. Lady Heather isn't the person anyone expects her to be and Grissom takes a keen interest in her. Meanwhile, Sara and Warrick investigate a robbery at a check cashing business.
S2E7 - Caged
July 02, 2018 03:36 - 1 hour - 57.6 MBThis week on CSI: Reality Check Sara and Catherine investigate the death of a woman in her car on the train tracks. Grissom and Nick, meanwhile, investigate the death of a woman locked in a cage in a library. Warrick is not shown in the episode, but apparently he's off investigating burglaries.
S2E6 - Alter Boys
June 11, 2018 05:12 - 1 hour - 64.4 MBThis week on CSI: Reality Check a man is found burying a body in the desert. The case turns into a double murder, but Grissom struggles to find evidence to convict the real killer with tragic consequences. Meanwhile, Catherine and Warrick investigate the death of a woman in the spa at the Mediterranean Hotel.
S2E5 - Scuba Doobie-Doo
May 27, 2018 12:00 - 1 hour - 68.6 MBThis week on CSI: Reality Check Grissom, Sara, and Warrick investigate a strange blood spatter pattern found in an apartment. With the amount of blood, they're pretty sure someone has been killed, but the question is.. whom? Nick and Catherine investigate an urban myth murder when a scuba diver is found in a tree after a forest fire.
S2E4 - Bully For You
May 12, 2018 14:00 - 1 hour - 62.5 MBThis week on CSI: Reality Check Grissom, Catherine, and Warrick investigate the murder of a high school bully. Warrick has a new fancy toy that he wants Grissom to buy for the lab. Nick and Sarah are called to the desert for a body found in a bag. Sarah learns just how smelly decomp can be, but also meets a new friend. If you need help regarding bullying, please reach out: https://www.stopbullying.gov/
S2E3 - Overload
May 05, 2018 01:59 - 1 hour - 66.6 MBThis week on CSI: Reality Check Grissom goes up against the Sheriff when he investigates a death at the new prison construction site. Nick & Catherine investigate the death of young patient in a doctor's home. We learn that Nick is driven to solve the case by something in his past.
S2E2 - Chaos Theory
April 17, 2018 07:31 - 1 hour - 67.6 MBThis week on CSI: Reality check we follow the team as they investigate the disappearance of a college student named Paige. There is no shortage of suspects, but each lead they follow seems to go nowhere. Join us for the episode where Paige dies!
S2E1 - Burked
March 31, 2018 02:04 - 1 hour - 67.9 MBOn this episode of CSI: Reality Check we dive into season 2! The CSI crew investigates the death of Tony Braun which appears to be an overdose, but turns out to be much more interesting. The case is based on the real life death of Ted Binion. This episode also introduces Sam Braun, an old school Vegas casino owner with close ties to Catherine.
Special Episode 1 - The CSI Effect
March 22, 2018 06:06 - 1 hour - 61 MBIn a special episode of CSI: Reality Check we discuss the "CSI Effect". We talk about how shows like CSI have influenced jurors' expectations with regards to physical evidence. *Listener Discretion Advised* While this episode mainly focuses on evidence presented in court, there is a discussion of sexual assault cases that may be upsetting to some listeners.
S1E23 - Strip Strangler
March 13, 2018 04:51 - 1 hour - 64.3 MBThis week on CSI: Reality Check we complete Season 1! The crew investigates a murderer that has killed three women in the same way. The Sheriff brings in the FBI to assist which leads to friction between the FBI Agent and Grissom, Grissom and the Sheriff, and eventually leads to the crew going rogue to continue their investigation.
S1E22 - Evaluation Day
February 22, 2018 07:35 - 1 hour - 55.8 MBThis week on CSI: Reality Check cases intertwine as Grissom and Catherine investigate a bodiless head and Nick and Sara investigate a headless body. Meanwhile, Warrick helps out James Moore (from the episode Crate & Burial) after he witnesses an incident in Juvenile Detention. And Grissom completes evaluations for the shift. Bonus: Jordan finally gets a nickname! And the dogs have a playdate during the recording session (sorry about all the noise).
S1E21 - Justice is Served
January 28, 2018 13:00 - 1 hour - 58.6 MBThis week on CSI: Reality Check the boys investigate the death of a jogger that leads them to a creepy doctor lady. Meanwhile, the girls investigate the death of a young girl which leads them to a creepy carnival worker. Which creeper is really a killer? Let's find out!
S1E20 - Sounds of Silence
January 07, 2018 13:00 - 1 hour - 63.3 MBThis week on CSI: Reality Check Warrick, Sara, & Grissom investigated the death of a young deaf man and Grissom has a secret that helps to break the case. Meanwhile Catherine and Nicky work a mass shooting at a coffee shop that may be a mob hit.
S1E19 - Gentle, Gentle
December 24, 2017 16:02 - 1 hour - 68 MB*Warning: This episode may be upsetting to some listeners. Listener discretion is advised* This week on CSI: Reality Check we follow the crew as they investigate the kidnapping of 2 month old Zachary Anderson. When Zachary is found dead, the circumstances lead the team to believe the family is withholding information about his kidnapping and death. We also discuss the real life side of these cases and share some of our experiences investigating these types of crimes.
S1E18 - $35K O.B.O.
December 19, 2017 06:56 - 1 hour - 70.6 MBThis week on CSI: Reality Check Catherine is called to a collapsed building in which three people died. She works with (or perhaps against?) the district engineer to determine the cause of the collapse. The rest of the crew works a double murder that looks like a car-jacking gone wrong, but turns out to have a much more sinister motive.
S1E17 - Face Lift
December 10, 2017 13:00 - 1 hour - 65.9 MBThis week on CSI: Reality Check Warrick & Sara investigate a fire death that Sara believes may be a case of spontaneous human combustion. Meanwhile Grissom, Catherine, & Nicky investigate a homicide in a pottery store that leads them to a girl that went missing from Colorado 21 years ago.
S1E16 - Too Tough to Die
December 03, 2017 13:00 - 1 hour - 83.6 MBThis week on CSI: Reality Check Sara gets too close to a victim as she, Grissom, and Nick investigate a rape and attempted murder. Catherine and Warrick try to aid the DA's office with a murder case about to go to trial. And Catherine's ex, Eddie, continues to cause problems in her personal life.
S1E15 - Table Stakes
November 26, 2017 14:00 - 1 hour - 63.2 MBThis week on CSI: Reality Check the crew investigates the death of a woman found in a pool at a fund raising party. The host couple seem to be hiding things, including the whereabouts of the legendary Vegas showgirl Portia Hammond. Part way through the case Warrick is sent to another death. He knows what happened, but can he find the evidence to prove who did it? Let's find out!
S1E14 - To Halve & To Hold
November 04, 2017 14:00 - 1 hour - 68.2 MBThis week on CSI: Reality Check Forensic Anthropologist Terri Miller returns to help Grissom & Catherine with a skeleton found in the desert. We also explore the relationship of Grissom & Terri. Meanwhile, Sara & Warrick investigate the death of a male stripper at a hotel. The case takes the pair all over Las Vegas when they have to track down the bridal party.
S1E13 - Boom
October 29, 2017 14:00 - 1 hour - 77.4 MBThis week on CSI: Reality Check Grissom, Warrick, & Sara investigate a bomb that detonated in a building lobby. A helpful security guard becomes a part of the investigation, but no one can really figure the guy out. Meanwhile, Catherine helps Nicky after he is implicated in the death of a friend. It's a bummer of an episode for everyone. Jordan & Night Shift Paige also talk about a murderous story Jordan wrote and Paige's dream of being a movie director.
S1E12 - Fahrenhiet 932
October 22, 2017 14:00 - 1 hour - 59.7 MBThis week on CSI: Reality Check we follow Grissom, Sara, & Warrick as they re-investigate a house fire that killed a mother and son. Can they find out what caused the fire before the husband goes on trial for murder? Meanwhile, Catherine & Nick investigate the shooting of a young man with ties to gambling and bet makers. Also, a big thanks to Meanie for our new theme song!
S1E11 - I-15 Murders
October 14, 2017 16:00 - 1 hour - 69.6 MBThis week on CSI: Reality Check Grissom and Catherine investigate a missing woman and a creepy message left on a door. Nicky is requested to investigate an assault involving a familiar face. And Warrick & Sara don't play well together while working a murder that seems suspicious from the start.
S1E10 - Sex, Lies, & Larvae
October 08, 2017 14:00 - 1 hour - 75 MBThis week on CSI: Reality Check Nick is after a missing person while Warrick & Catherine are after a missing painting. Will everybody find what they're looking for? Meanwhile Grissom, Sara, & Brass investigate a body found in the desert. We learn about Grissom's love for bugs and Sara's need for some therapy.
S1E9 - Unfriendly Skies
October 01, 2017 14:00 - 1 hour - 61.9 MBThis week on CSI: Reality Check the whole crew investigates a death on a plane at McCarran International Airport. While Grissom & Sara work the scene on the plane, Warrick & Catherine interview the tight lipped passengers and Nicky follows the body to the ME's office. With a 12 hour deadline the CSI team has to piece together the events that unfolded on the deadly flight. Was it murder or self defense?
S1E8 - Anonymous
September 23, 2017 16:00 - 1 hour - 66.1 MBThis week on CSI: Reality Check Warrick and Nicky are assigned a car crash and decide to make a little wager over the case. Meanwhile, Grissom, Sara, and Catherine investigate a staged suicide that is similar to a previous case. Can they find the meaning behind the killer's messages? Let's find out!
S1E7 - Blood Drops
September 17, 2017 11:01 - 1 hour - 74.9 MBThis week on CSI: Reality Check the whole crew is working a quadruple murder together. This episode was written by a former CSI and encompasses several disciplines of forensic science. So strap in and get ready for a dark case that covers electrostatic lifting, casting, edge matching, UV cameras, and as the title implies - blood drops! Hotline Numbers: Childhelp® Phone: 800.4.A.CHILD (800.422.4453) People They Help: Child abuse victims, parents, concerned individuals Darkness to...
S1E6 - Who Are You?
September 06, 2017 01:44 - 1 hour - 76 MBThis week on CSI: Reality Check we meet several new characters and learn about Catherine's sordid past. Sara & Warrick investigate an officer involved shooting that pits the CSIs against the PD and Nicky & Grissom uncover the truth behind the murder of a woman found buried in concrete.
S1E5 - Friends & Lovers
August 27, 2017 14:00 - 1 hour - 61 MBThis week on CSI: Reality Check we follow Sara as she investigates a body in a dumpster; Nick & Catherine try to explain what really happened to a school dean while the killer tries to hide her true motive; and Grissom & Warrick work a case that gets under Grissom's skin. We also discuss the ways that we deal with the things that we see and the cases that are too much to handle.
S1E4 - Pledging Mr. Johnson
August 24, 2017 02:07 - 1 hour - 56.3 MBIn this week's show Nick & Sarah investigate a hanging at a fraternity house involving hazing, liver, and an unusual tradition. Meanwhile, Grissom & Catherine tackle a case that stirs up emotional pain from Catherine's past and demonstrates that there is more than one way to find a boat. Special Note: About 25 minutes in the audio changes. We had to record over two days in different locations because crime doesn't stop when you're recording a podcast.
S1E3 - Crate & Burial
August 12, 2017 23:49 - 1 hour - 60 MBThis week we follow Grissom, Nick, and Sara through the case of a kidnapped woman buried in the desert. Meanwhile, Warrick and Catherine investigate a case of a hit and run that causes Catherine to question how far to follow the evidence. This question leads Jordan and Paige down the rabbit hole in a discussion of ethics, compassion, and polygraphs.
S1E2 - Cool Change
August 06, 2017 01:16 - 1 hour - 60 MBThis week we meet Sara Sidle as she is brought in to investigate the whereabouts of Warrick during the Holly Gribbs shooting while Catherine tries to find the man who pulled the trigger. We also follow Nick and Grissom as they investigate the death of a man who falls off his hotel after winning $40 million. Was it another case of the Monaco curse?
S1E1 - Pilot
July 29, 2017 00:50 - 1 hour - 72.7 MBIn this episode we introduce the LVPD graveyard shift. Warrick investigates a home invasion, Nick works a theft, Grissom finds out a suicide isn't what is appears, Catherine bounces around, and Holly has an interesting first night on the job. Let's dive into the world of CSI!
Introduction: Who are you?
July 24, 2017 06:44 - 25 minutes - 34.8 MBMeet Criminalists Jordan and Night Shift Paige! We discuss how this podcast came about, how we became criminalists, and ask the question every fan of CSI wants answered: Who are you?