Hello and welcome to episode 22 of Looking For A Man In His Thirties: A Criminal Minds Podcast.

In this episode, Emma is forensically theorising, Sara is griping about the lack of communication in the workplace and someone is framing Elle for murder and making the team go on a quest . Side note: Never connect a personal laptop to the FBI’s WiFi. Rookie error there Penelope.

Today, we’re recapping Season 1, Episode 22: The Fisher King (Part 1), before telling you the extremely heinous case of Luka Magnotta.

Given the content of Criminal Minds, we recommend that this episode is suitable for ages 15+.

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What Would Penelope Garcia Do?

UK

Justice Abroad - +44 203 488 2316

Justiceabroad.co.uk

Prisoners Abroad -

• UK helpline - 0808 172 0098
• International no. - +44 20 7561 6820

Lines open Mon-Fri 9:30am to 4:30pm (UK time)

Prisonersabroad.org.uk

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development office (FCDO) - +44 20 7008 5000

Lines open 24/7

US

https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/help-abroad/arrest-detention.html

Additional Reading

https://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/Luka_Magnotta

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Jun_Lin

Hello and welcome to episode 21 of Looking For A Man In His Thirties: A Criminal Minds Podcast.

In this episode, Emma is recounting a bizarre scheme her dad has to get free flights, Sara is deeply confused about how that would work and someone is betraying their country. Side note: We had to talk about Trump… Sorry

Today, we’re recapping Season 1, Episode 21: Secrets and Lies, before telling you the increasingly stupid case of Kim Philby of The Cambridge Five. Given the content of Criminal Minds, we recommend that this episode is suitable for ages 15+.

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What Would Penelope Garcia Do?

UK

hopenothate.org.uk

standuptoracism.org.uk

US

veteransfightingfascism.org

refusefascism.org

theanarchistlibrary.org/library/forming-an-antifa-group

reddit.com/r/AntifascistsofReddit/comments/1iat0te/getting_involved

Additional Reading

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kim_Philby

https://youtu.be/8aMxAYL5j-M?si=JDUH-pUlAc7k8IkQ

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nnRDJpO21_4

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XWr4vX4Uz5s

Hello and welcome to episode 20 of Looking For A Man In His Thirties: A Criminal Minds Podcast.

In this episode, Emma is dealing with medical issues, Sara is pissed off with roadworks and someone is going state to state drowning women. Side note: Stop making excuses for your son…he’s a goddamn murderer.

Today, we’re recapping Season 1, Episode 20: Charm and Harm, before telling you the insane case of The Beauty Queen Killer. Given the content of Criminal Minds, we recommend that this episode is suitable for ages 15+.

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What Would Penelope Garcia Do?

UK

www.endviolenceagainstwomen.org.uk for signposting to services

Domestic abuse helplines - all 24/7

England - 0808 2000 247

NI - 0808 802 1414

Wales - 0808 8010 800

Scotland - 0800 027 1234

USA

https://www.justice.gov/ovw

https://www.thehotline.org/stakeholders/domestic-violence-statistics/

• Call1.800.799.SAFE (7233)
• Text "START" to 88788

Additional Reading

https://criminalminds.fandom.com/wiki/Christopher_Wilder

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christopher_Wilder

Hello and welcome to episode 19 of Looking For A Man In His Thirties: A Criminal Minds Podcast.

In this episode, Emma is trying to dissuade queerphobes from having kids, Sara is wondering why NHS departments don’t talk to each other and someone is murdering elderly women. Side note: Emma has a new prop: A tally chart of how Criminal Minds treats its queer (or queer-coded) characters.

Today, we’re recapping Season 1, Episode 19: Machismo, before telling you the messed up case of José Antonio Rodríguez Vega. Given the content of Criminal Minds, we recommend that this episode is suitable for ages 15+.

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What Would Penelope Garcia Do?

UK

Albert Kennedy Trust: email gethelp@akt.org.uk or submit an online referral at akt.org.uk

Samaritans: 116 123 24/7 helpline if in crisis or 999 if in immediate danger.

stonewallhousing.org

USA

bit.ly/USALGBTQHomeless (A note from Emma: I created this Google Doc so that the information that I worked hard to collate wouldn’t get lost in the Podcast Notes. Please share this doc with anyone who may need it, If there are any broken links or new groups, please comment or email us at lookingforamaninhisthirties@gmail.com)

Additional Reading

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jos%C3%A9_Antonio_Rodr%C3%ADguez_Vega

https://morningcupofmurder.com/mcom

Hello and welcome to episode 18 of Looking For A Man In His Thirties: A Criminal Minds Podcast.

In this episode, Emma is dealing with a broken radiator and an idiot plumber, Sara is reminiscing about walking in snow in wellies that were too big and someone is killing people in the name of love. Side note: Perhaps it’s not the best idea for an FBI agent to fall in love with a victim.

Today, we’re recapping Season 1, Episode 18: Somebody’s Watching, before telling you the mind-boggling case of John Hinckley Jr. Given the content of Criminal Minds, we recommend that this episode is suitable for ages 15+.

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What Would Penelope Garcia Do?

UK

www.paladinservice.co.uk for advice and support

Helpline - 02038 664107

Email - info@paladinservice.co.uk

National Stalking Helpline - 0808 802 0300 - freephone - lines open 9:30am to 4pm Mon - Fri, closes 8pm on Weds.

victimsupport.org.uk - 24/7 free live chat available Support line 0808 168 9111.

USA

https://www.stalkingawareness.org/victim-service-provider-resources/

Victim Connect: 1-855-484-2846

Additional Reading

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Hinckley_Jr.

https://criminalminds.fandom.com/wiki/John_Hinckley,_Jr.

http://www.youtube.com/@johnhinckley6860

Hello and welcome to episode 17 of Looking For A Man In His Thirties: A Criminal Minds Podcast.

In this episode, Emma has a visit from the bomb squad (not clickbait!), Sara is trauma bonding with us over buying clothes online, and someone has decided to play vigilante. Side note: Hmm…vigilantes and overzealous reporters… What is this? A Marvel movie?

Today, we’re recapping Season 1, Episode 17: A Real Rain, before telling you the stupefying case of Bernhard Goetz. Given the content of Criminal Minds, we recommend that this episode is suitable for ages 15+.

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What Would Penelope Garcia Do?

UK

victimsupport.org.uk

Call 0808 16 89 111

USA

victimconnect.org

Call 1-855-4VICTIM (855-484-2846).

Also, write to your reps because the Trump administration is trying to slash federal funding for victim support.

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Additional Reading

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OGu44lpxK1w

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guardian_Angels

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ikuDzwiVRBQ

Hello and welcome to episode 16 of Looking For A Man In His Thirties: A Criminal Minds Podcast.

In this episode, Emma gets scammed by a buyer on Ebay, Sara raves about her new night vision driving glasses, and someone is killing teenagers and blaming Native Americans for it. Side note: Why are cults even a thing? Who is that stupid as to go along with one? Seriously.

Today, we’re recapping Season 1, Episode 16: The Tribe, before telling you the insane case of Charles Manson. Given the content of Criminal Minds, we recommend that this episode is suitable for ages 15+.

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What Would Penelope Garcia Do?

UK

chagossianvoices.org to learn more about the people and their fight or donate to their fundraiser for Chagossian representation at the UN.

https://minorityrights.org/chagos-2025/

https://www.hrw.org/report/2023/02/15/thats-when-nightmare-started/uk-and-us-forced-displacement-chagossians-and

USA

https://thefulcrum.us/governance-legislation/reparations-native-americans

https://narf.org/

https://www.hercampus.com/school/fsu/culture-how-to-celebrate-and-support-indigenous-peoples-this-november/

https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/11/27/thanksgiving-a-story-of-celebration-and-pain-in-maps

Additional Reading

https://criminalminds.fandom.com/wiki/Charles_Manson

https://edition.cnn.com/2013/09/30/us/manson-family-murders-fast-facts

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charles_Manson

Hello and welcome to episode 15 of Looking For A Man In His Thirties: A Criminal Minds Podcast; Look what the former FBI agent dragged in.

In this episode, Emma is making the most of her card signs, Sara is bitter about parking fees, and someone is back after an 18 year hiatus, but unfortunately it’s a serial killer and The Academy Is… (What? The Academy Is… is back too? Great news for Emma and not relevant to the podcast at all.) Side note: Is this the prototype for David Rossi?

Today, we’re recapping Season 1, Episode 15: Unfinished Business, before telling you the vile case of (complete loser) Dennis Rader (BTK). Given the content of Criminal Minds, we recommend that this episode is suitable for ages 15+.

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What Would Penelope Garcia Do?

Doorstep crime involves criminals visiting homes uninvited, often posing as traders or officials. Vulnerable individuals are usually the main targets.

UK

Friendsagainstscams.org.uk

Action Fraud on 0300 123 2040 or actionfraud.police.uk

USA

securedbydesign.com/about-us/news/speaking-to-neighbours-helps-to-combat-crime-and-cure-home-insecurities-during-winter-months-research-finds

security.caltech.edu/crime-prevention

justice.gov/usao-ndga/national-crime-prevention-council-ncpc

Additional Reading

wikipedia.org/wiki/Dennis_Rader

wikipedia.org/wiki/G.I._Bill

newspapers.com/article/the-wichita-eagle-rader-gets-ten-life-te/177114731/