Cousins By Blood is a podcast investigation into a double homicide that took place in Dallas in the year 2000.  Ivan Cantu was convicted of killing his cousin James and James's fiancé Amy, but Ivan has maintained his innocence.    New evidence has been discovered and new suspects uncovered.  With Ivan on death row, the clock is ticking to his execution day unless this new evidence is enough for Ivan to get a new trial. --- Support this podcast:...

On November 4th, 2000, the bodies of James Mosqueda and his fiancé Amy Kitchen were found murdered.  Days later, James’s cousin Ivan Cantu was arrested for the murders.  Ivan was convicted and sentenced to death.  At this point, Ivan has been on Death... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/matt-duff9/support

Last episode, we heard Ivan's ex-girlfriend's side of the story.  This episode, we hear from Ivan.  Being on Death Row in the Polunsky Unit, Ivan is not permitted to use the phone.  So, in this podcast, you will hear one of the only phone calls Ivan has... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/matt-duff9/support

While Ivan Cantu and Amy Boettcher were on their way to Arkansas to visit her parents and announce their engagement, the murdered bodies of James and Amy Kitchen were found in Dallas on November 4th 2000.In this episode, we will hear from Amy B's... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/matt-duff9/support

After Ivan and Amy come back from Arkansas, their first stop is Tawny's residence, Ivan's ex-girlfriend.  After Ivan's was arrested,  Tawny found the murder weapon in her apartment.This episode we hear from Tawny and her belief that Ivan was not the one... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/matt-duff9/support

This is an 8 minute recap of the first 4 episodes. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/matt-duff9/support

So far, we've been following Ivan and Amy and their trip to Arkansas.  But, a lot was going on back in Dallas immediately following the murders.This episode we hear from Ivan's mother, Sylvia, and the revelation discovered about the evidence found in... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/matt-duff9/support

This episode Sylvia continues her timeline and chronicles Ivan's last few hours of freedom.  Suspicious conversations are overheard and other persons of interest emerge. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/matt-duff9/support

This episode we find out James and Amy Kitchen had a roommate.   A suspicious man lived with them for three weeks leading up to the murders... and he had knowledge about their time of death. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/matt-duff9/support

In this episode, you will hear the candid conversations between Ivan, him mom and his aunt Penny after his arrest. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/matt-duff9/support

This episode chronicles Ivan's time in jail and his court appointed attorneys.  Sylvia and Penny share their accounts leading up to the 2001 trial.Did Ivan really confess to the murders or did his lawyer play his own mother against him? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/matt-duff9/support

Episode 10:  What Happened to the Ring?In this season finale, Ivan's current lawyer discusses the 2001 trial.  Ivan's trial counsel called no witnesses and presented no evidence of his innocence.  Ivan even contemplated representing himself.It was... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/matt-duff9/support

Season 2 begins with the introduction of Ivan's biggest champion over the past 14 years, Ivan's wife Tammy.    In this episode, she discusses her fight to keep Ivan alive on death row.  As well, upcoming case investigations are established. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/matt-duff9/support

In this episode, the rolex that Ivan was convicted of stealing, is located.   This is proof that Amy committed perjury in her police statements.  More is learned about about all of the families... the Kitchens, the Mosquedas, and the Cantus. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/matt-duff9/support

This episode, Eichenberg and I head up to Minnesota in search of Amy.   Ivan's lawyer discusses the discovery of the rolex.  And there are more revelations about the bloody pair of jeans in the trashcan. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/matt-duff9/support

Amy's 2nd Statement --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/matt-duff9/support

Yesterday Ivan’s latest filings were denied by the CCA and Fifth Circuit court.It’s my understanding as of now, the only hope that Ivan makes it past 6 pm today is the supreme court or relief from Texas Governor Abbott.There will be a gathering starting around 3pm at the Huntsville Unit.I’ll keep you posted on the podcast feed and social media as much as possible through out the day. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/matt-duff9/support

In this episode, the jury foreman in Ivan's 2001 trial is interviewed. He shares his thoughts on the newly discovered information and if Ivan should be entitled to a new trial. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/matt-duff9/support

In this episode, podcast listeners have come together to help with the investigation.  The Pear Ridge wall bullet comes into question. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/matt-duff9/support

An interview with Ivan's Spiritual Advisor. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/matt-duff9/support

In this episode Ivan is interviewed by reporter Michael Hagerty and the latest bombshells are brought to light. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/matt-duff9/support

Ivan's 3rd scheduled execution is 5 weeks from now. New Episodes roll out next week and if you want to know what you can do, go to -- ivancantu.org and here is a link to the new petition. https://sign.moveon.org/petitions/save-ivan-cantu-before-the-state-of-texas-kills-him Here we go, again. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/matt-duff9/support

Ivan’s 3rd execution date is still currently scheduled for February 28th 2024. New Episodes will be coming in January. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/matt-duff9/support

No ruling from the CCA this week.  New on Patreon, a multi part deep dive into an angle that hasn't been explored on the podcast - the Mortgage Fraud Angle. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/matt-duff9/support