Episode 29 - Psychic Detectives - Part 4

In the first episode of 2026, Christy and Kathy continue their series on psychic detectives, diving into the controversial figures Allison Dubois and Sylvia Browne. They explore Allison Dubois' involvement in the Opal Jennings and Jackie Hartman cases, highlighting her successful and questionable insights. The hosts then delve into Sylvia Browne’s notorious appearances on the Montel Williams Show, where her inaccurate predictions about Amanda Berry, Opal Jennings, Sean Hornbeck, and Holly Cruso drew significant criticism. The episode balances perspectives on the credibility of psychic detectives and sets the stage for future discussions on more notable cases and figures.

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00:00 Introduction and New Year Greetings

01:23 Introducing Psychic Detectives: Allison Dubois

06:01 The Case of Opal Jennings

14:32 Skepticism and Psychic Credibility

18:12 The Disappearance of Jackie Hartman

26:56 The Arizona Desert Crime Scene

27:34 The Arrest and Conviction of Jonathan Ian Burns

28:37 Debating the Role of Psychic Investigators

29:28 Trust in Paranormal Investigations

33:20 The Controversial Sylvia Brown

36:16 Amanda Berry's Case and Sylvia Brown's Prediction

39:35 Opal Jennings and False Hope

41:19 Sean Hornbeck's Disappearance

45:10 Holly Cruso's Tragic End

49:33 Concluding Thoughts and Future Episodes