Jessica Funk-Haslam - 614

Jessica Funk-Haslam - 614

Author: Audible March 10, 2025 Duration: 59:48
Sacramento, CA. On March 6, 2012, the body of 13-year-old Jessica Funk Haslam was found in a locked baseball dugout in Rosemont Park. She was stabbed twice, asphyxiated, and suffered a severe head wound. Investigators struggled for over a year to find her killer until CODIS provided a DNA match to Ryan Douglas Roberts. Ryan was found guilty and sentenced to 26 years to life in prison, but maintains his innocence. For bonus episodes and outtakes visit: patreon.com/generationwhy 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.

For nearly a decade, Generation Why: True Crime has carved out a distinct space in the audio landscape, moving beyond simple case summaries to foster a deeper conversation. Hosts Justin and Aaron approach each story with a blend of meticulous research and thoughtful dialogue, dissecting the known facts while considering the unanswered questions that linger around infamous crimes, unsolved mysteries, and historical conspiracies. Their dynamic is less about presenting a single theory and more about exploring the multiple angles and human complexities inherent in every story. This podcast, available from Audible, feels like listening in on a compelling conversation between two friends who have done their homework, inviting you to ponder the evidence alongside them. The discussions often challenge preconceived notions, encouraging a critical look at the narratives we think we know. What you'll hear is a steady, engaging examination of the 'why' behind the events, prioritizing depth and perspective over sensationalism. It's a format that has built a dedicated community of listeners who return each week for that unique blend of analysis and accessible commentary. Whether examining a well-known trial or a lesser-known disappearance, the focus remains on understanding the mechanics of the case and the broader societal echoes it creates. Generation Why: True Crime consistently delivers content that is both intellectually satisfying and deeply absorbing, making it a longstanding favorite for anyone drawn to the darker corners of human nature and the enduring pursuit of answers.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Generation Why: True Crime
Podcast Episodes
Keith Green - 597 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:49
April 29th, 2016. San Mateo County, California. Keith Green, a young father of two, was reported missing. He was last seen with his former partner Tiffany Li. Tiffany told the police that she and Keith parted ways at the…
Autumn Pasquale - 596 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 48:50
October 20th, 2012. Clayton, New Jersey. Autumn Pasquale left home to meet an acquaintance who was going to repair her BMX bike. She never came home. Two days later, her body was found near an abandoned house behind her…
David Ridgen [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:29
Aaron spoke with David Ridgen, the host of Someone Knows Something, about the murder of Christine Harron in 1993. The case was mishandled and the suspect got away initially. Ridgen spent 15 years working on the case and…
The Death of Karlyn Ramirez - 595 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:04
When a newlywed first-class Military officer, Karlyn Ramirez, is found shot dead in her home, with her 4-month-old daughter in her arms, police are baffled. With no known enemies, and no clues to go on, investigators beg…
Sallie House - 594 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:05:40
A little brick house on 2nd street in Atchison, Kansas may not look haunted, but stories have been told over the years that the house is inhabited by the ghost of a young girl who died a violent death. Justin & Aaron vis…
The Murder of Anjelica Hadsell - 593 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:37
March, 2nd, 2015. Norfolk, Virginia. As a young girl, AJ Hadsell found herself in the rare situation where two different men vied for the opportunity to officially be considered her father. But was one of them a loving f…
Ben Novack Jr - 592 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 55:22
July 12th, 2009. Rye Brook, New York. 53-year-old Ben Novack Jr., the son of a famous Florida hotelier, was beaten to death in his hotel room at a convention in upstate New York. His wife Narcy Novack, who stood to inher…
The Alcatraz Escape - 591 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:54
In the late hours of June 11, 1962, Frank Morris, John Anglin, and Clarence Anglin executed an elaborate escape plan and vanished from Alcatraz Island. 60 years later, the case remains open, and speculation abounds. Did…
The Murder of Lisha Gayle and Conviction of Marcellus Williams - 590 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:32
Dr. Daniel Picus arrived home from work on August 11, 1998 to find his wife, Lisha Gayle Picus, murdered. Police had no leads until a $10,000 reward brought forward a man who claimed a fellow inmate, Marcellus Williams,…
Death of Amanda Antoni - 589 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:14
October 26, 2015. Calgary, Canada. When a phone call Lee Antoni had with his wife, Amanda, was cut short while he was over 400 miles away visiting family, he didn’t expect the worst. When she failed to respond to his cal…