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Introducing Imagined Life from Wondery Sep 06, 2019

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What if you could really feel what it is like to put yourself in someone else’s shoes? Someone famous, who you may think you know?Wondery’s Imagined Life gives you that chance. Each episode will take you on an immersive journey through the surprising moments and challenges that shaped someone’s life before they were in the public eye.You may realize that you’ve experienced some of the same struggles, joys, fears, and heartbreak as celebrities as different from each other as Princess Diana, Jim Henson, or Ellen DeGeneres. Every person has a story, but how often do you get to immerse yourself in another person’s life?You’re about to hear an exclusive clip from “Imagined Life” where you’ll experience someone else’s life, and only at the end of the episode will you find out who YOU are. The show is hosted by Academy Award nominee Virginia Madsen, and Robbie Daymond. Look for new episodes on Friday, 9/6.While you’re listening to this preview, be sure to subscribe to Imagined Life on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you’re listening to this. You can also find a link in the episode notes.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/imagined-life/id1439810326

The Colonial Parkway Murders: Part Two Sep 06, 2019

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This week’s sponsor is BetterHelp.com Save 10% with my promo code WHOwww.betterhelp.com/WhoThe Colonial Parkway Murders: Part TwoGuest: Bill Thomas, brother of victim Cathy ThomasConstruction stretched over twenty-six years through the Depression, World War II, and funding shortages.The Parkway allows for a stress-free drive from Yorktown to Jamestown that avoids the regular trafficThe parkway is made of stone pavement to give the feel of old-timey highwaysThe parkway connects Virginia's historic triangle: Jamestown, Williamsburg, and Yorktown.The parkway runs along the York River and millions of cars travel this route each year.The parkway was built to resemble highways of the past so the two-lane river-gravel road doesn't have any line-markings.The parkway is only two lanes with a center lane for passing and the maximum speed limit is a mere 45 miles per hourAlthough the park closes at sunset the parkway stays open to trafficConstruction began in the spring of 1931 in Williamsburg.The parkway construction was hit with delays from the start.There were design and routing conflicts. Limited funding due to the Great Depression and World War II stretched construction over a 26-year period.The parkway was not completed until 1955 but is considered an architectural success as the design was meant to fit seamlessly in to the natural and historical beauty of Virginia.Roadtrippers.com, says the Parkway is America’s Most Calming Scenic Drive, with it’s “mostly lined with trees that block any views of modern societyIf you’d like help keep the lights on and the recorders running you can support the show by clicking the donate button on the right side on whokilledamymihaljevic.com or via the Venmo app with my username @billhuffman3. Any amount is appreciated and it helps keep the RECORDERS RUNNING. Follow me on Twitter @billhuffman3Holly Tips: Thomas.w.sullivan3@massmail.state.ma.usColonial Parkway Murder Tips: colonial_parkway_murders@ic.fbi.govSources:https://wtkr.com/2009/09/22/sensitive-fbi-photos-from-colonial-parkway-murders-leaked-to-the-public/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Colonial_Parkway_murdershttps://www.facebook.com/ColonialParkwayCase/posts/tips-in-the-colonial-parkway-murderswe-have-received-several-new-tips-in-the-col/1977438505834707/Anyone with information can e-mail it to colonial_parkway_murders@ic.fbi.gov.The Daily PressAAARodtrippers.com

The Colonial Parkway Murders: Part One Aug 30, 2019

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The Colonial Parkway Murders: Part OneGuest: Bill Thomas, brother of victim Cathy ThomasConstruction stretched over twenty-six years through the Depression, World War II, and funding shortages.The Parkway allows for a stress-free drive from Yorktown to Jamestown that avoids the regular trafficThe parkway is made of stone pavement to give the feel of old-timey highwaysThe parkway connects Virginia's historic triangle: Jamestown, Williamsburg, and Yorktown.The parkway runs along the York River and millions of cars travel this route each year.The parkway was built to resemble highways of the past so the two-lane river-gravel road doesn't have any line-markings.The parkway is only two lanes with a center lane for passing and the maximum speed limit is a mere 45 miles per hourAlthough the park closes at sunset the parkway stays open to trafficConstruction began in the spring of 1931 in Williamsburg.The parkway construction was hit with delays from the start.There were design and routing conflicts. Limited funding due to the Great Depression and World War II stretched construction over a 26-year period.The parkway was not completed until 1955 but is considered an architectural success as the design was meant to fit seamlessly in to the natural and historical beauty of Virginia.Roadtrippers.com, says the Parkway is America’s Most Calming Scenic Drive, with it’s “mostly lined with trees that block any views of modern society”Sources:https://wtkr.com/2009/09/22/sensitive-fbi-photos-from-colonial-parkway-murders-leaked-to-the-public/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Colonial_Parkway_murdershttps://www.facebook.com/ColonialParkwayCase/posts/tips-in-the-colonial-parkway-murderswe-have-received-several-new-tips-in-the-col/1977438505834707/Anyone with information can e-mail it to colonial_parkway_murders@ic.fbi.gov.The Daily PressAAARodtrippers.com

Who Killed Holly Piiranien? Aug 23, 2019

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Today’s case takes us back to the summer of August 5th, 1993, Sturbridge Mass.10-year-old Holly Piiranian is on a family vacation visiting her grandmother when she was abducted in the middle of the day. Holly Kristen Piirainen was a 10-year-old American murder victim from Grafton, Massachusetts. She was a typical young girl with blonde hair and blue eyes. She went with her brother to visit some puppies walking down South Shore Drive in Sturbridge to the intersection of Allen Road Her brother returned to the cottage but Holly had disappeared. All that was found was a shoe of hers by the side of the road. Months later on October 23rd, her remains were found by hunters in a wooded area in the nearby town of Brimfield.Anyone with information about Holly’s murder is asked to e-mail Thomas.w.sullivan3@massmail.state.ma.us or call the Hampden County State Police Detective Unit at 413-505-5993. People are also welcome to text information to “CRIMES” (274637) with the subject line “SOLVE Holly Piirainen.” A $40,000 reward is being offered for information leading directly to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible.Sources: ABC News GO, Masslive.com, WCLB, Telegram & Gazette, Boston Globehttps://thisweekinworcester.com/holly-piiaranens-family-still-looks-for-clues-26-years-after-her-disappearance-death/https://www.telegram.com/news/20180802/25-years-after-holly-piirainen-slaying-family-continues-to-push-for-resolutionhttps://www.masslive.com/news/2018/08/25th_anniversary_of_holly_piir.htmlhttps://www.bostonglobe.com/metro/2018/10/21/family-holly-piirainen-hosts-tip-campaign-anniversary-her-disappearance/DnhH2V8bunjWOd9basLxlI/story.html

Who Killed Molly Bish? Aug 16, 2019

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n June 27th, 2000, sixteen-year-old lifeguard Molly Bish disappeared from her lifeguard post at Comins Pond in Warren, MA. On the day before Molly's disappearance, her mother, Magi Bish, noticed a mustached Caucasian male in a white sedan in the parking lot at the pond. Though he appeared suspicious, Magi brushed it off and dropped Molly off. Molly had only been in her position as a lifeguard for a week, when her mother dropped her off at Comins Pond on June 27th. Magi received the call from police no parent wants to get. They inform her that no lifeguard was on duty at the pond so she quickly returned to Molly's post, only to discover, was her sandals and her lunch.This is a safe community. According to the city’s website, Warren is a rural town of 5000 people located in western Worcester (Wooster) County and is bisected by the Quaboag River. If you’d like help keep the lights on and the recorders running you can support the show by clicking the donate button on the right side on whokilledamymihaljevic.com or via the Venmo app with my username @billhuffman3.Anyone with information regarding this weeks case, the death of 16-year-old Molly Anne Bish, you can also contact the FBI at 1-800-CALL-FBI. The Massachusetts State Police is also available at 1-800-808-9677 if you have information regarding this case. A $100,000 reward is being offered for information leading to an arrest.Warren is one of six existing towns that were first settled in 1660 and known as the Quaboag Plantation. Incorporated as Western in 1741, the town was renamed in honor of Revolutionary War General Joseph Warren in 1834.The day started like any other. At 9:50 am Molly and her mom stopped at the local convenience store to grab some water bottles.Afterward, they drove to the police station to pick up the required two-way radio.As there were no telephones or communications at Comins Pond, the radio was the only way the lifeguards could contact police or anyone outside of the area.Anyone with information regarding this week's case, the death of 16-year-old Molly Anne Bish, you can also contact the FBI at 1-800-CALL-FBI. The Massachusetts State Police is also available at 1-800-808-9677 if you have information regarding this case. A $100,000 reward is being offered for information leading to an arrest.If you’d like help keep the lights on and the recorders running you can support the show by clicking the donate button on the right side on whokilledamymihaljevic.com or via the Venmo app with my username @billhuffman3.Thank you to Brandi Munro for her research on this episode!Sources: CBS Local, WCBV

Who Killed David Widlak? Aug 09, 2019

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Who Killed David Widlak?Victim: David WidlakCEO of the Community Central Bank Corporation and Community Bank62 years old at the time of deathSunday, September 19: David Widlak disappeared from his bank. He left on foot and his car was discovered the next day in the parking lot around 7:00 the following morning by a maintenance worker. When this maintenance worker went to Widlak’s office he found it trashed.October 17: Duck hunters discovered a body, which was later determined to be Widlak, in the marshland of Lake St. Clair, outside of Detroit. His body was floating in about 1 foot of water. This was less than 5 miles from the bank. David was still wearing the clothing he was last reported wearing and he still had his phone, keys, and wallet. October 20: Widlak’s gun was discovered just a few feet from where his body was. His hat was also found, but deep in the woods. From the beginning, the police were treating this as a disappearance/suicide.There was a discrepancy between the initial autopsy conducted by Macomb County medical examiner Daniel Spitz and the most recent one performed by Oakland County doctor L.J. Dragovic in 2010. Spitz who conducted the first autopsy had determined the cause of death to be undetermined. He stated he found no obvious wounds, and no blunt force trauma and proceeded to state he may have drowned. A second autopsy was done by Dragovic (hired by the Widlak family) and the cause of death was determined to have been an “execution-style” gunshot wound in the mid-back of Widlak’s neck.Anyone with tips, please call: 1-800-CALL-FBIIf you know anybody or are dealing with suicidal thoughts, there is help:National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Call 1-800-273-8255 Sources: Detroit Free Press, Mlive.com

Who Killed Shakira Johnson? Part 2 Aug 02, 2019

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You could help support the show by donating via the Venmo app with my username@billhuffman3 or thru clicking in this Pay Pal link or with my email billhuffman123@yahoo.com. Thank you! Your support helps keep this platform alive to continue talking about the stories which don't receive the attention they deserve. You can download this episode at www.whokilledamymihaljevic.com.Thank you so much again for tuning in this week.This case is “technically” unsolved but if you have any new information the time to share it is now.Don’t hesitate to contact the authorities if you saw anything on when Shakira went missing.Anyone with information can call the Cleveland FBI at 216-522-1400.The Cleveland Police can be reached at 216-623-5400or Crime Stoppers at 216-252-7463.Tipsters can remain anonymous.” If you enjoy this independently produced podcast – you can help support the show & independent journalism by clicking on the donate button on whokilledamymihaljevic.com.Any amount is appreciated and it helps keep this podcast running.If you enjoy this show, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts because that will also help support the show.Thank you again for listening and BE SAFE!

Introducing Room 20 Jul 30, 2019

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For more than 15 years, a man named Sixty-Six Garage would lay in a nursing home bed, unidentified and unconscious. Or so everyone believed. Join reporter and host Joanne Faryon across borders and through the twists and turns of the truth until she finally uncovers who Garage really is.Subscribe now Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your favorite shows. Or you can listen now at wondery.fm/amy

Who Killed Shakira Johnson? Jul 27, 2019

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You can help support the show by donating via the Venmo app with my username@billhuffman3 or thru clicking in this Pay Pal link or with my email billhuffman123@yahoo.com. Thank you! Your support helps keep this platform alive to continue talking about the stories which don't receive the attention they deserve. In September 2003 I was a student at Cleveland State University. I had just started an internship with the news radio station in Cleveland WTAM. The media and the Internet put a lot of pressure on the police to find this missing girl and the question was raised about why an Amber Alert had not been issued.I learned the business from Levon Putney, now of WCBS New York, about how to cover such a sensitive story. Shakira’s case happened during my first two weeks of interning at WTAM 1100 in Cleveland.It was common for us to attend press conferences, interview family members and on more than one occasion we interviewed Commander of the fourth district police, Michael McGrath.It was a front-row seat to one of Cleveland’s saddest times. It was an eye-opener too for a kid from the suburbs. I realized quickly that there were certain stories you had to approach differently.Shakira's abduction and disappearance were heavily covered through each step of the investigation. The plain dealer stated at the time the investigators worked under the “harsh spotlight of media attention.”While Putney and I were hitting the pavement there was a whole other investigation-taking place.An amber alert is something we have become accustomed to since it was first introduced in 1996. The radio or television is interrupted and a description of the missing child is relayed to the audience.For one reason or another, there was no such alert when Shakira Johnson went missing. The authorities like to say that the criteria weren’t met in her case and therefore no alert was issued.However, only two weeks after she went missing another girl on the east side of Cleveland disappeared, and an Amber Alert was issued in her case.You may say ah…they learned their lesson… but let's not forget Shakira was still missing.No one knows what would have happened if Shakira would have been treated the same way as Amanda Mulliken-White.In a city where race has always been an issue, the fact the police issued an Amber Alert for a white girl from Cleveland Heights, only created more divide.Sources: Cleveland.com

Who Killed the Robison Family? Jul 12, 2019

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Who Killed...? began as a series to bring attention to the Amy Mihaljevic case. Her family and the community deserve answers to who abducted the killed 10-year-old on October 27th, 1989. During the research, it was clear there are a lot of families who need answers so the podcast has evolved into taking a deep dive into the details of other cases.Hopefully, by providing a voice for the voiceless will help lead to some resolution for all the parties involved in these tragedies. We all deserve answers to the cases that have flummoxed us forever and I hope Who Killed...? will help shine a light on cases that may have been forgotten over time.Cover Art by Bill HuffmanWho Killed...? Webpage

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