Uncover: Calls From a Killer S30 E4: Dogged by controversy | Bad Results
Dec 2, 2024
The podcast dives into the controversies surrounding a DNA testing company and its implications on Indigenous identity. A fascinating claim emerges from a woman asserting her lineage to a long-extinct tribe. Meanwhile, emotional struggles unfold as individuals face the uncertainty of paternity testing, revealing the complex blend of trust, shame, and societal pressures. Investigative journalism sheds light on the company's dubious practices, including a poodle being misidentified as an Indigenous person, fueling skepticism among affected communities.
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The Beothic Claim
- Carol Reynolds-Boyce claimed Beothic ancestry based on a Viaguard Accu-Metrics DNA test.
- The claim was debunked, and Beothic references vanished from the Accu-Metrics website.
Sarah's Lawsuit
- Sarah Domenico used Viaguard Accu-Metrics for a paternity test, which incorrectly identified the father.
- After giving birth, she realized the error and sued the company.
The Poodle Test
- A tip led to an investigation into Viaguard Accu-Metrics' Indigenous ancestry testing.
- A dog's DNA sample, submitted as a test, returned a positive result for Indigenous ancestry.