Generation Why: True Crime

February 10th, 1999. Scarborough, Maine. Hours after Ashley Ouellette called her mother from a friend’s house, where she was supposed to be spending the night, her body was found in the road by passing motorists. For special episodes and outtakes from Justin & Aaron visit: patreon.com/generationwhyAudible subscribers can listen to all episodes of Generation Why ad-free right now. Join Audible today by downloading the Audible app.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A musician's home is raided, resulting in property damage and missing cash. He responded by making music videos and songs about the officers, which resulted in a civil trial no one is likely to ever forget.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

April 16th, 1993. Sugar Hill, Georgia. Emogene Thompson was found dead inside her vehicle. Investigators soon learned that a police car was seen at the crime scene on the night of the murder, leading them to suspect their own officer Michael Chapel, who responded to a burglary report at Emogene’s home days earlier. For special episodes and outtakes from Justin & Aaron visit: patreon.com/generationwhyAudible subscribers can listen to all episodes of Generation Why ad-free right now. Join Audible today by downloading the Audible app.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

December 13th, 2020. Lulling, Texas. Texas State University student Jason Landry went missing while driving home for the holiday break. Jason was involved in a single-vehicle accident on a rural gravel road. Investigators believe he exited the vehicle, removed his clothing, and walked away from the crash in an unknown direction.For special episodes and outtakes from Justin & Aaron visit: patreon.com/generationwhySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

September 4th, 2023. Terral, Oklahoma. 19-year-old Noah Presgrove was found dead on the side of the highway after a night of partying with friends. From the beginning, his death appeared suspicious, but there was no clear evidence of foul play. For special episodes and outtakes from Justin & Aaron visit: patreon.com/generationwhySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If you haven't listened to part one then this episode isn't going to make a lot of sense. Go back and listen to the first ep. We covered the details of Dan Markel's murder and the implicated involvement of the Adelson family in episode one and now we’re going to get into the trials. Who will pay for the murder of Dan Markel?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On July 18, 2014, FSU professor and lawyer Dan Markel was shot in the head twice through the driver's side window of his car in his garage. His murder revealed a messy divorce, family animosity, and a murder for hire plot that resulted in five convictions over 11 years.Try our a patreon for free at patreon.com/generationwhyWho knows, you might like it. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In 1985, John Sohus and his wife Linda went missing. The man who had been living in the guesthouse suddenly moved out. John’s remains were later found in 1994. In 2008, this same man kidnapped his own daughter off the street. He would later be convicted of kidnapping and murder- and his long trail of fake names and true identity would be unraveled in the courtroom. For bonus episodes and outtakes visit: patreon.com/generationwhySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A successful businesswoman isn't looking for love, but when a tall, dark, handsome man enters her restaurant, she can't help but be intrigued. He offers to help her with her security cameras since he runs a security company and says he also works as an investigator for the local District Attorney. But not long after she notices some red flags and she breaks off the relationship, her life is turned upside down.We have revamped our Patreon with new exclusive content: patreon.com/generationwhySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Scarborough, Canada, 1987. Kenneth Parks walked into a local police station, bleeding from severe cuts on his hands, and confessed to murder. He claimed he was sleepwalking when he drove to his in-laws’ home and stabbed them. What ensued was a case that set a precedent in Canadian law and became a foundational reference for medical professionals.What are you waiting for? Go subscribe to our Patreon! patreon.com/generationwhySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

February 9th, 2025. Boulder, Colorado. Megan Trussell was last seen walking on campus at CU Boulder after an argument with her roommate. She was reported missing three days later, and on February 15th her body was found on the highway off campus.We've been telling you about our Patreon and all the extra content we deliver and you either don't want more content or you're living under a rock. Go subscribe already. patreon.com/generationwhySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

September 2, 2002. Studio City, California. In the early morning hours of September 2, 2002, a luxury Mercedes SUV was found aflame in the upscale neighborhood of Studio City, California. After the flames were put out, firefighters found the bodies of Michael Tardio and Chris Monson inside. Both had been shot execution-style. Investigators quickly started talking to people who knew the men. The story that unraveled involved a Playboy Playmate, a Wall Street Whiz Kid, and a $1 million jewelry deal. And left the question: Who murdered Michael and Chris?Check out the new History of Generation Why series on Patreon! patreon.com/generationwhySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

March 21st, 2011. International waters off the coast of Mexico. Rebecca Coriam, a cruise ship worker, disappeared early one morning while on board. She has never been seen again. Subscribe to our Patreon, it's the only place where you can support us directly. ;) https://www.patreon.com/generationwhySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

August 12th, 1967. Selmer, Tennessee. Pauline Pusser was fatally shot while riding with her husband, Sheriff Buford Pusser, who was responding to a disturbance call in the early morning hours. Police believed she died in an ambush meant for her husband, but Pauline’s case remained unsolved for almost 60 years. For bonus episodes and outtakes visit: patreon.com/generationwhySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

TWA Flight 800. July 17, 1996. JFK International Airport. Trans World Airlines Flight 800 was to takeoff for Paris, France at around 7pm EST. Various issues kept it from taking off until 8:19pm. Just 12 minutes into the flight, at 8:31pm, the plane exploded. Efforts were made to rescue anyone alive in the Atlantic Ocean from the destroyed Boeing 747, but none of the 230 passengers and crew had survived. Terrorism was suspected early on as the United States was facing threats at home and abroad. As the investigation continued, though, the evidence began to point to an issue with the plane itself. Or did it?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

April 27, 1964. Chicago, Illinois. Paul Fronczak was abducted from his mother’s hospital room less than 48 hours after he was born, sparking a nationwide manhunt. Paul's kidnapping is one of the strangest stories you will ever hear aboutFor bonus episodes and outtakes visit: patreon.com/generationwhySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this crossover bonus episode, Aaron, Lucy (Wine & Crime), and Kristen (Murder, She Told) have off the cuff discussions about podcasting, crimes, and even the paranormal. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In 1995, Vickie Barton was found dead by her husband, Springboro Police Lieutenant Jim Barton, after what appeared to be a violent home invasion. Over the next 11 years, the case took a series of unexpected turns, including unreliable witnesses, shifting testimonies, the conviction of Jim Barton, and the eventual overturning of that conviction. Nearly two decades later, the truth is still uncertain.For bonus episodes and outtakes visit: patreon.com/generationwhySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

June 16th, 2011. Minneapolis, Minnesota. Hamdi Mohamud and her friends were accosted and attacked by a young woman named Muna Abdulkadir, who happened to be a witness for a joint state-federal investigation. At first Hamdi and her friends were treated as victims, but hours later they were arrested and facing federal witness tampering charges.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb. 20, 1990. Blue Springs, Missouri. Several frantic phone calls were made to 911 by Ken Middleton who begged for help. His wife Kathy had been shot. But when police arrived, they placed him under arrest for killing his wife. For more than 30 years, Ken Middleton has been trying to persuade the courts of his innocence. Was Kathy Middleton's death an accident? Or was she murdered?For bonus episodes and outtakes visit: patreon.com/generationwhySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

February 11th, 1987. Fort Collins, Colorado. The body of 37-year-old Peggy Hettrick was found in a field. She had been stabbed and mutilated. There were multiple suspects, but the police focused on 15-year-old Timothy Masters, who found the body but failed to report it initially. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

June 25th, 1983. Helena National Forest, Montana. Nyleen Marshall went missing during a family outing in the Elkhorn Mountains. Moments before she disappeared, her playmates saw a suspicious, unidentified man talking to her by the creek. HEY PEOPLE GET BONUS EPS and Beyond the ep talk at patreon.com/generationwhySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

February 4th, 2005. Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk, England. The body of Dawn Walker was found by the River Lark after she was reported missing by her boyfriend Kevin Nunn. The following month, Kevin was arrested and charged with murder.For bonus episodes and outtakes visit: patreon.com/generationwhySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

January 27th, 2013. Bradenton, Florida. Pat Mullins took his boat out on the Braden River near his home, something he’d done hundreds of times, but he never made it back. Nine days later, Pat’s body was found in Tampa Bay, miles away from the river.For bonus episodes and outtakes visit: patreon.com/generationwhySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In November 2011, Andrea Eilber, 20, was found dead and slumped on a chair in the basement of her aunt’s Mayfield Township home. Her boyfriend at the time, Kenneth Grondin III, was convicted of her murder in 2015 and sentenced to life. In 2018, the Michigan Court of Appeals overturned his conviction finding that the jury verdict form improperly omitted a ‘not guilty’ option, rendering the verdict invalid. More recently, DNA from the crime scene was tested at Othram and through genetic genealogy, a new suspect emerged...For bonus episodes and outtakes visit: patreon.com/generationwhySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Wylie, TX. On Friday, June 13, 1980, Betty Gore was found dead in her Texas home, killed with an axe that struck 41 times in what seemed like a frenzied attack. The investigation led the authorities to a surprising suspect, but the trial that followed left the community stunned and bewildered. For bonus episodes and outtakes visit: patreon.com/generationwhySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Netflix's docuseries Amy Bradley Is Missing is a complete account of Amy Bradley's disappearance, the search for her, and the impact it all has had on her loved ones. This bonus episode is Justin & Aaron's commentary on the series and includes our thoughts on the series and the information that is revealed throughout.For bonus episodes and episode commentary visit: patreon.com/generationwhySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

October 12th, 1964. Washington, D.C. Mary Meyer was murdered while taking a walk along the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal towpath. The police quickly arrested a man named Ray Crump who was near the crime scene. But Crump's arrest and trial didn't answer the many questions surrounding Mary's murder. In the years that followed there were suggestions that she was killed because of her close association with D.C. officials.For bonus episodes and outtakes visit: patreon.com/generationwhyhttps://genwhypod.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

July 11, 2002. Bridgeport, Ohio. Just after 6 am, John McGhee's daughter, Alyssa, was awakened by a loud noise. When she went to see what had happened, she discovered her father lying in the doorway of the home and covered in blood. Detectives would discover that John's sister Pearl lived next door and that just before John's murder, she, her son, and his girlfriend were attacked by four armed men dressed all in black. At the time, John was working as an informant. Was his death a robbery gone wrong, or was he targeted?Get tickets to our upcoming live show below!https://genwhypod.com/https://www.screenland.com/movie/wine-and-crime-live-with-generation-why-podcast/?fbclid=IwY2xjawNOHxdleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF1dWVZanRGcW5iTTJ2QUo1AR5B9luPXZdbRS57G7xdowgSsxHsdvt1vouuE1EMXK6c06KGXbMZEv7h2VLwmA_aem_WGJXcXUPYQ-GhYACnRCwEAFor bonus episodes and outtakes, visit: patreon.com/generationwhySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

January 1st, 2020. Norman, Oklahoma. In January 2020, 2-year-old Jeremiah “Ryder” Johnson was murdered by his mother’s boyfriend. Although she was not the one who harmed her child, Ryder’s mother, Rebecca Hogue, was charged with first-degree murder by permitting child abuse. For bonus episodes and outtakes visit: patreon.com/generationwhySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Breaking news in the Austin Yogurt Shop Murders case! Justin & Aaron break down what happened to bring this case to a close as well as give details on the killer's violent history. We urge you to watch the press conference as you will get to hear from some of the people responsible for identifying the murderer and bringing justice for Amy, Eliza, Jennifer, and Sarah. Thank you to all law enforcement and citizens who worked tirelessly on this case. For bonus episodes and outtakes visit: patreon.com/generationwhySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

November 7th, 2003. Hong Kong, China. Police found the body of 40-year-old investment banker Robert Kissel wrapped in a carpet in his family’s storage unit. Suspicion turned to his wife Nancy, who stood to gain around $18 million from her husband’s estate.For bonus episodes and outtakes visit: patreon.com/generationwhySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

December 23rd, 2012. Houston, Texas. Sandra and Jaime Melgar celebrated their 32nd wedding anniversary. Hours later, family members found Sandra bound and trapped in a closet, and Jaime stabbed to death in another closet. Sandra believed they were victims of a home invasion, but the police considered her the main suspect.For bonus episodes and outtakes visit: patreon.com/generationwhySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

October 18th, 1986. Chicago, Illinois. 23-year-old med student Lori Ann Roscetti was raped and murdered on her way home after a late night of studying. Months later, the police arrested four teenagers and charged them with murder. The defendants became known as “The Roscetti Four.” For bonus episodes and outtakes visit: patreon.com/generationwhySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

September 1998 – Palo Alto, CA. Tetris co-creator Vladimir Pokhilko was found dead with a stab wound on the right side of his neck. His wife, Elena Fedotova, and 12-year-old son, Peter Pokhilko, were brutally killed. The case was ruled a murder-suicide, but the local Russian community insisted it was a Mafia hit. More than twenty years later, investigators are still searching for the truth of what happened. For bonus episodes and outtakes visit: patreon.com/generationwhySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

July 23rd, 1982. Indian Dunes ranch, Los Angeles County. During filming for Twilight Zone: The Movie, the use of explosives on set caused a helicopter to crash into Vic Morrow and two child actors, killing all three. Months later, director John Landis and four others were charged with involuntary manslaughter and accused of severe negligence.For bonus episodes and outtakes visit: patreon.com/generationwhySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

July 1st, 1981. Laurel Canyon, Los Angeles. Five people were viciously attacked inside a known drug house on Wonderland Avenue. Only one survived. The murders were soon linked to an adult film star and a wealthy nightclub owner with ties to the drug industry.For bonus episodes and outtakes visit: patreon.com/generationwhySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

January 4th, 1935. President Hotel, Kansas City, Missouri. Hotel staff checking on the guest in room 1046 found him beaten and stabbed. He died early the following day. Investigators soon discovered that the name he checked in with, Roland T. Owen, was an alias.Listen ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in the Wondery App. https://wondery.app.link/generationwhy.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

September 11th, 2016. Eclectic, Alabama. Michael Holton called the police because he found drug paraphernalia in his house after his teenage son hosted a party there. Eleven minutes after a sheriff’s deputy left the house, the police received another call reporting shots fired in the home. Officers found both Michael and his wife April inside with fatal gunshot wounds.For bonus episodes and outtakes visit: patreon.com/generationwhyListen ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in the Wondery App. https://wondery.app.link/generationwhy.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tinley Park, Illinois. On February 2, 2008, a gunman claiming to be a delivery man entered a Lane Bryant store at the Brookside Marketplace. The gunman ordered two employees and four customers to the back of the store, where he bound them with duct tape and murdered five of the women in an execution-style manner. Despite forensic evidence, the killer is unknown, and the case remains open. For bonus episodes and outtakes visit: patreon.com/generationwhyListen ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in the Wondery App. https://wondery.app.link/generationwhy.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

July 10th, 2015. Timber Creek campground, near Leadore, Idaho. Two-year-old DeOrr Kunz Jr disappeared while on a camping trip with family. Nearly 10 years later, he has not been found. For bonus episodes and outtakes visit: patreon.com/generationwhyListen ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in the Wondery App. https://wondery.app.link/generationwhySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this special crossover episode, Aaron is joined by Cassie and Danielle from National Park After Dark. We recap four of the most memorable NPAD true crime and mysterious disappearance cases and discuss what makes them so intriguing. Aaron brings a story NPAD have never covered that remains one of the most puzzling cases to ever come out of Yosemite. Listen and follow National Park After Dark wherever you get your podcasts!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

August 22, 1922. Silver Lake, Los Angeles. During a heated argument with his wife Dolly, Fred Oesterreich was shot by Dolly’s lover who had been secretly living in their attic for years. For bonus episodes and outtakes visit: patreon.com/generationwhyListen ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in the Wondery App. https://wondery.app.link/generationwhy.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.