Uncover: Calls From a Killer S30 E5: The Undercover Mother | Bad Results
Dec 1, 2024
Co-host Rachel Houlihan goes undercover at a paternity testing facility, revealing intriguing secrets behind Accu-Metrics. She interviews company owner Harvey Tenenbaum, who defends the reliability of their tests despite rising concerns. The emotional turmoil surrounding paternity testing takes center stage as ethical dilemmas emerge. Former employees shed light on troubling practices, highlighting the dire consequences of inaccurate results. The quest for accountability becomes increasingly daunting, revealing resistance and frustration in this compelling narrative.
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Harvey's Horse Racing History
- Rachel Houlihan describes Harvey Tenenbaum, owner of Viaguard Accu-Metrics, through the lens of Jim McElhaney, a retired jockey.
- Tenenbaum owned a successful racehorse named Judith's Wild Rush, showcasing his involvement in horse racing before focusing on his lab.
Undercover Meeting with Harvey
- Rachel Houlihan goes undercover as a potential customer seeking a paternity test, meeting with Harvey Tenenbaum.
- Tenenbaum suggests methods for discreetly collecting DNA samples, like using a toothbrush or disguising the collection as a gluten allergy test.
Prenatal Test Inaccuracy
- Harvey reveals that prenatal paternity tests are not accurate, contradicting previous claims of certainty.
- He cites sample collection and cross-contamination as reasons for inaccuracy.