Podcasts by Cousins By Blood

Podcast Update: New Episodes from 2023-11-28T20:48:04

Ivan’s 3rd execution date is still currently scheduled for February 28th 2024. New Episodes will be coming in January.

Episode 32: Loose Ends from 2022-04-15T14:57:44

In this episode, new information comes to light about Ivan considering fleeing to Mexico after the murders and the mysterious call from inside the apartment while Ivan was in Arkansas.  Als...

Episode 31: Mark or Marty from 2022-04-08T12:33:51

Ivan was incarcerated in Collin County Jail after his arrest, awaiting his trial.  In this episode, another inmate comes forward with a story that puts a whole new spin on the Jail House Ta...

Episode 30: The Bloody Shirt from 2022-04-01T12:48:40

In this episode three new elements of the case are discussed; an upstairs neighbor's testimony, witness statements about Ivan asking James for money before the murders, and a bloody shirt.

CBB: The Final Season Continues Teaser from 2022-03-17T13:51:56

Part 2 of Season 3 Continues on 4/1/22

Supplemental for Episode 23: Fingerprinting History from 2021-09-16T12:00

**LISTEN TO EPISODE 23 FIRST

This is supplemental audio for Episode 23, in which Dr. Simon Cole discusses the history of fingerprinting and the fallibility within the...

Season 3 Teaser from 2021-09-12T15:39:49

The Final Season begins 9/17/21.

The podcast website is now live at https://cousinsbybloodpodcast.com/

Cousins By Blood Trailer from 2021-01-31T01:00

Cousins By Blood is a podcast investigation into a double homicide that took place in Dallas in the year 2000.  Ivan Cantu was convicted of killing his cousin James and James's fiancé Amy, ...

Episode 1: If The Jeans Don't Fit from 2020-09-05T12:00

On November 4th, 2000, the bodies of James Mosqueda and his fiancé Amy Kitchen were found murdered.  Days later, James’s cousin Ivan Cantu was arrested for the murders.  Ivan was convicted and sent...

Episode 2: When Ivan Met Amy from 2020-09-04T20:00

Last episode, we heard Ivan's ex-girlfriend's side of the story.  This episode, we hear from Ivan.  Being on Death Row in the Polunsky Unit, Ivan is not permitted to use the phone.  So, in this pod...

Episode 3: Not His First Rodeo from 2020-09-03T21:00

While Ivan Cantu and Amy Boettcher were on their way to Arkansas to visit her parents and announce their engagement, the murdered bodies of James and Amy Kitchen were found in Dallas on November 4t...

Episode 4: Under the Couch Cushion from 2020-09-03T02:00

After Ivan and Amy come back from Arkansas, their first stop is Tawny's residence, Ivan's ex-girlfriend.  After Ivan's was arrested,  Tawny found the murder weapon in her apartment.This episode we ...

Pre Episode 5 Recap from 2020-09-01T22:00

This is an 8 minute recap of the first 4 episodes. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/matt-duff9/support

Episode 5: The Trash Can Without a Lid from 2020-08-31T22:00

So far, we've been following Ivan and Amy and their trip to Arkansas.  But, a lot was going on back in Dallas immediately following the murders.This episode we hear from Ivan's mother, Sylvia, and ...

Episode 6: Take the Plastic Out from 2020-08-30T22:00

This episode Sylvia continues her timeline and chronicles Ivan's last few hours of freedom.  Suspicious conversations are overheard and other persons of interest emerge. --- Support this podcast...

Episode 6: Put the Plastic Out from 2020-08-30T22:00

This episode Sylvia continues her timeline and chronicles Ivan's last few hours of freedom.  Suspicious conversations are overheard and other persons of interest emerge. --- Support this podcast...

Episode 7: The Roommate from 2020-08-29T23:00

This episode we find out James and Amy Kitchen had a roommate.   A suspicious man lived with them for three weeks leading up to the murders... and he had knowledge about their time of death. --- ...

Episode 8: The Jailhouse Tapes from 2020-08-28T16:00

In this episode, you will hear the candid conversations between Ivan, him mom and his aunt Penny after his arrest. --- Support this podcast: Listen

Episode 9: Let's Go to Cancun from 2020-08-26T20:00

This episode chronicles Ivan's time in jail and his court appointed attorneys.  Sylvia and Penny share their accounts leading up to the 2001 trial.Did Ivan really confess to the murders or ...

Episode 10:  What Happened to the Ring? from 2020-08-24T17:00

Episode 10:  What Happened to the Ring?In this season finale, Ivan's current lawyer discusses the 2001 trial.  Ivan's trial counsel called no witnesses and presented no evidence of his innocence.  ...

Episode 11: Ivan's Wife from 2020-08-24T03:00

Season 2 begins with the introduction of Ivan's biggest champion over the past 14 years, Ivan's wife Tammy.    In this episode, she discusses her fight to keep Ivan alive on death row.  As well, up...

Episode 12: The Rolex from 2020-08-22T15:00

In this episode, the rolex that Ivan was convicted of stealing, is located.   This is proof that Amy committed perjury in her police statements.  More is learned about about all o...

Episode 13: Finding Amy from 2020-08-21T21:00

This episode, Eichenberg and I head up to Minnesota in search of Amy.   Ivan's lawyer discusses the discovery of the rolex.  And there are more revelations about the bloody pair of jea...

Episode 13 Bonus: Amy's 2nd Statement from 2020-08-21T19:00

Amy's 2nd Statement

Season 2: Episode 13 Bonus Audio from 2020-08-21T17:00

Bonus audio with Amy's former neighbors.

Episode 14: What's Amy Been Up To? from 2020-08-21T03:00

This episode we hear from  Amy's neighbor "TJ" and  what she has witnessed over the past 3 years.  We also hear the trial testimony from Amy's brother Jeff.  Jeff and Amy wer...

Episode 15: The State's Star Witness from 2020-08-19T14:00

This episode Amy Boettcher is interviewed.  She recounts what she says happened and reveals new information about the ring.

Episode 15 Bonus: Part 1 from 2020-08-18T22:00

Part 1 of the bonus raw audio of the conversation with Amy in the restaurant, before her interview in the car.

Episode 15 Bonus: Part 2 from 2020-08-17T22:00

Part 2 of the bonus raw audio of the conversation with Amy in the restaurant, before her interview in the car.

Episode 15 Bonus: Part 3 from 2020-08-16T22:00

Part 3 of the bonus raw audio of the conversation with Amy in the restaurant, before her interview in the car.

Case Update: Amy Boettcher Passed Away from 2020-08-14T06:00

On 2/2/21 Amy Boettcher passed away.  TJ, Amy's former neighbor, discusses what she has heard about Amy's death.

New episodes will continue 3/26/21

Pre Episode 16 - Case Update: Amy Boettcher Passed Away from 2020-08-14T06:00

On 2/2/21 Amy Boettcher passed away.  TJ, Amy's former neighbor, discusses what she has heard about Amy's death.

Episode 16: One Single Shell Casing from 2020-08-13T14:00

In this episode, problems with the ballistics in this case are discussed.  A shell casing found at the crime scene lead 2 ballistics experts to believe a second gun may have been used in th...

Episode 17: The Syndicate from 2020-08-12T14:00

In this episode, new information is discovered indicating that Amy B was wearing an engagement ring prior to the murders.  Which would indicate, there would have been a second ring in play....

Episode 18: "Raina" from 2020-08-11T18:00

Ivan has said for 20 years, that the ring Amy B was wearing the night of the murders belonged to Raina. After 20 years, "Raina" has finally been located. In this episode, Sylvia goes over to Rai...

Episode 19: The DNA from 2020-08-11T03:00

The DNA is discussed in this episode.  As well as, a call with Ivan from 2020 prior to his DNA hearing.

Episode 20: Bad Blood from 2020-08-10T20:00

This episode, the origin of the 34x32 Arizona brand jeans is explored and we hear from a close friend of James and Amy Kitchen.

Episode 21: Carlos and Anthony (part 1) from 2020-08-10T06:00

In Part 1 of Season 2 Finale, we hear Carlos and Anthony's side of the story, their account of Ivan and the time leading up to the murders.

Episode 22: Carlos and Anthony (part 2) from 2020-08-10T05:00

In Part 2 of Season 2 Finale, more is uncovered about James's drug business and mortgage business.  It is disclosed if there is any hard evidence tying Carlos and Anthony to the murders or ...

Bonus Audio: Amy's 2012 Interview - Part 1 from 2020-08-10T00:00

Amy Boettcher's interview with private investigator Eddie Frankum from 2012.  Part 1

Bonus Audio: Amy's 2012 Interview - Part 2 from 2020-08-09T23:00

Amy Boettcher's interview with private investigator Eddie Frankum from 2012.  Part 2

Bonus Audio: Jailhouse Tape 1 from 2020-08-08T22:00

Jailhouse Tape 1

Bonus Audio: Jailhouse Tape 2 from 2020-08-08T21:00

Jailhouse Tape 2

Bonus Audio: Jailhouse Tape 3 from 2020-08-08T20:00

Jailhouse Tape 3

Bonus Audio: Jailhouse Tape 4 from 2020-08-08T19:00

Jailhouse Tape 4

Bonus Audio: Jailhouse Tape 5 from 2020-08-08T18:00

Jailhouse Tape 5

Bonus Audio: Jailhouse Tape 6 from 2020-08-08T17:00

Jailhouse Tape 6

Episode 23: The Thumbprint from 2020-07-08T13:00

In this Season 3 opener, the most significant piece of evidence tying Ivan to the murders is investigated -- the thumbprint found on the magazine of the murder weapon.  

A video pres...

Supplemental for Episode 23: Fingerprinting History **LISTEN TO EPISODE 23 FIRST from 2020-07-07T12:00

**LISTEN TO EPISODE 23 FIRST

This is supplemental audio for Episode 23, in which Dr. Simon Cole discusses the history of fingerprinting and the fallibility within the dis...

Episode 24: The Murder Weapon from 2020-07-06T14:00

In this episode, the origin of the murder weapon is investigated.

Episode 25: Gambino from 2020-07-05T16:00

The investigation into the origin of the murder weapon continues, as a previous interview with Gambino is analyzed.

Episode 26: Frank, the Roommate (Part 1) from 2020-07-04T14:00

At the time of James and Amy Kitchen's murders, there was another person living in their home.  This episode begins the 2 part investigation of Frank, the roommate.

Episode 27: Frank, the Roommate (Part 2) from 2020-07-03T14:00

Frank's actions and whereabouts on November 4th 2000 are investigated. 

Episode 28: Oak Cliff from 2020-07-02T15:00

In this episode, the anonymous tip that someone else killed James and Amy Kitchen is investigated, as well as other Oak Cliff connections are explored.

Episode 29: The Pizza Man from 2020-06-30T18:00

In this episode, a witness comes forward who says he saw a man driving a similar vehicle and had a similar appearance, as Ivan described "the Pizza Man."  Ivan said a man, dressed as a Domi...