Diary of a Death Investigator
Sisters Amy and Kelly sharing stories from Amy’s past life as a Death Investigator.
Episodes
As we gear up for Diary of a Death Investigator 2.0, we're revising some of our favorite episodes from the vault.
If you're new here, welcome. If you've been with us from the beginning, enjoy the trip down memory lane.
What do you do when you land on the tv show, The First 48? You get your 3 seconds of fame, and a podcast episode about it. Join Kelly and Amy as they discuss a wide variety of topics including...
People enjoy hikes in parks for numerous reasons. Some like being surrounded by nature while others use it for more sinister means. Join Kelly and Amy as they discuss the protocols involved with retrieving a body out of a National Park.
Trigger Warning: This story contains content about suicide. If you or someone you know is in crisis, help is just 3 numbers away. 988 is the crisis hotline available 24 hours a day...
What do Norman Bates (Psycho), Leatherface (The Texas Chain Saw Massacre), and Buffalo Bill (Silence of the Lambs) have in common? They are all villains inspired by killer and grave robber, Ed Gein. Join Kelly and Amy as they discuss Ed Gein's gruesome hobby of skin fashion and decor.
Question/Comments? Email us at Kelly@diaryofadeathinvestigator.com or message us on Instagram @diaryofadeathinvestigator.
Before Ted Bundy and John Wayne Gacy, there was Dean Corll aka the "Candy Man". Join Kelly and Amy as they discuss an American serial killer who was allegedly one of the inspirational figures behind the classic horror movie, The Texas Chainsaw Massacre.
Questions/Comments? Email us at Kelly@diaryofadeathinvestigator.com or message us on Instagram @diaryofadeathinvestigator.
Multi-purpose cleaners can be great for keeping your house clean, but are they safe to keep around your house? Join Kelly and Amy as they discuss the how commonly used house cleaners can kill you.
Trigger Warning: This story contains content about suicide. If you or someone you know is in crisis, help is just 3 numbers away. 988 is the crisis hotline available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week across the United States. If you are...
Do you loathe a chore so much, you question if anyone has ever died doing it? Dog walking happens to be that kind of chore for Kelly and Amy happens to know the answer. Join Kelly and Amy as they discuss consequences of dog walking. *You'll recognize some of the terms from our ABC's of Death Investigation episodes*
Questions/Comments? Email us at Kelly@diaryofadeathinvestigator.com or message us on Ins...
In honor of Friday the 13th, we bring you "Hotel Room Confessions". Ever wonder what the stain on your hotel room floor was from or how the towel rack got broken in the bathroom? Join Kelly and Amy as they discuss all the things Amy has seen during her hotel room cases.
Trigger Warning: This story contains content about suicide. If you or someone you know is in crisis, help is just 3 numbers away. 988 is the cris...
You know it's going to be a long day at work when you see a green trash can hanging out in the morgue. Join Kelly and Amy as they discuss what it's like to retrieve evidence out of a garbage can.
Questions/Comments? Email us at Kelly@diaryofadeathinvestigator.com or message us on Instagram @diaryofadeathinvestigator.
In the early hours of November 12, 2022, four University of Idaho students were murdered in their residence in Moscow, Idaho. In the final episode of this 5-part series, Kelly and Amy discuss what to expect during the 2025 summer trial and the consequences of destroying the victim's rental home.
Questions/Comments: Email us at Kelly@diaryofadeathinvestigator.com or message us on our Instagram @diaryofadeathinvestigator.
In the early hours of November 13, 2022, four University of Idaho students were murdered in their residence in Moscow, Idaho. In part 4 of this 5 part series, Kelly and Amy discuss the importance of forensics evidence and how it could change the lives of other people involved in this case.
Questions/Comments? Email us at Kelly@diaryofadeathinvestigator.com or message us on Instagram @diaryofadeathinvestigator
In the early hours of November 13, 2022, four University of Idaho students were murdered in their residence in Moscow, Idaho. In part 3 of this 5-part series, Kelly and Amy discuss how a Death Investigator would approach and work this case.
Questions/Comments: Email us at Kelly@diaryofadeathinvestigator.com or message us on Instagram @diaryofadeathinvestigator.
In the early hours of November 13, 2022, four University of Idaho students were murdered in their residence in Moscow Idaho. In part 2 of this 5 part series, Kelly and Amy will discuss how a mass murder could happen in a small town.
Questions/Comments: Email us at or message us at Kelly@diaryofadeathinvestigator.com or on Instagram @diaryofadeathinvestigator.
In the early hours of November 13, 2022, four University of Idaho students were murdered in their residence in Moscow Idaho. In part 1 of this 5 part series, we will discuss the alleged killer, Bryan Kohberger. Join Kelly and Amy as they discuss how Bryan's physical, emotional, and mental characteristics could play a role in his trial.
Questions/Comments: Email us at Kelly@diaryofadeathinvestigator.com or me...
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: more than 560,000 people in the United States have died from overdoses involving opioids since the epidemic began. Join Kelly and Amy as they discuss the life damaging effects of opioid abuse.
Questions/Comments: Email us at Kelly@diaryofadeathinvestigator.com or message us on Instagram @Diaryofadeathinvestigator.
Sometimes your deepest darkest secrets don't follow you to the grave. Join Kelly and Amy as they discuss a case that still has Amy gagging.
Questions/Comments? Email us at Kelly@diaryofadeathinvestigator.com or message us on Instagram @diaryofadeathinvestigator.
Siblings find their brother dead in a garage from apparent carbon monoxide poising. The crazy part? The mother in law had been at the residence the whole time and didn't report anything. Join Kelly and Amy as they discuss a case which may be the most puzzling one yet.
Trigger Warning: This story contains content about suicide. If you or someone you know is in crisis, help is just 3 numbers ...
A guy gets worried when he hasn't heard from his brother in 4 days. After inspecting the brother's house, he finds the hot tub running with brown bubbles floating on top. Join Kelly and Amy as they discuss a case which may have you second-guessing a solo hot tub soak.
Questions/Comments? Email us at Kelly@diaryofadeathinvestigator.com or message us on Instagram at @diaryofadeathinvestigator.
A prisoner is found deceased on the floor of his jail cell with no apparent fatal injuries. Join Kelly and Amy as they discuss a case which may leave you feeling conflicted of the outcome.
Questions/Comments? Email us at Kelly@diaryofadeathinvestigator.com or message us on Instagram @Diaryofadeathinvestigator.
A country party with drugs, alcohol, and guns. What could possibly go wrong? Join Kelly and Amy as they discuss a night that started off with a celebration but ended in tragedy.
Trigger Warning: This story contains content about suicide. If you or someone you know is in crisis, help is just 3 numbers away. 988 is the crisis hotline available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, across the United States. ...
Two house fires within two years, leaves four family members dead. Join Kelly and Amy as they discuss a case where lightening strikes twice, or did it?
Questions/Comments? Email us at Kelly@diaryofadeathinvestigator.com or message us on Instagram at @diaryofadeathinvestigator.
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