Generation Why: True Crime

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The Crimes of Clark Rockefeller - 664 Feb 23, 2026

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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.

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An Ex From Hell - 663 Feb 16, 2026

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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.

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The Sleepwalking Killer - 662 Feb 09, 2026

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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.

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The Death of Megan Trussell - 661 Feb 02, 2026

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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.

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Double Murder of Michael Tardio and Christopher Monson - 660 Jan 26, 2026

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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?

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Rebecca Coriam Is Missing - 659 Jan 19, 2026

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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.

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The Ambush of Pauline Pusser - 658 Jan 12, 2026

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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.

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TWA Flight 800 Tragedy REPLAY - 657 Jan 05, 2026

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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?

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The Kidnapping of Paul Fronczak - 656 Dec 29, 2025

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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 about

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True Crime Conversations: Aaron, Lucy, & Kristen - 0 Dec 23, 2025

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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.

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