Bloodstains & Breakthroughs

Bloodstains & Breakthroughs is a true crime and trauma-healing podcast hosted by former Crime Scene Investigator Christina Hester. This podcast takes listeners behind real crime scenes to explore forensic science, biohazard cleanup, and the emotional impact of working trauma.Through anonymized real-life stories, forensic education, and trauma-informed insight, Christina reveals what TV gets wrong — and what really happens after the crime scene tape comes down. Each episode blends true crime storytelling with mental health awareness, CPTSD recovery, and personal growth.