A Lasting Legacy: The Murder of Rose Goodman

A Lasting Legacy: The Murder of Rose Goodman

Author: The Fall Line® October 1, 2025 Duration: 43:12

We continue our coverage of the story of  80-year-old Rose Goodman, who was a fixture of her Southwest Philadelphia neighborhood. She was a mother and grandmother who'd been a leader in the church and community, and who'd volunteered with the schools her three children attended. Her close-knit block on Broomall Street looked after each other, and lived quietly in the bustling city—so it was shocking when in September of 2023, Rose was found shot in the home she'd lived in for 50 years. 

If you have any information in the unsolved homicide of Rose Goodman, please reach out to the Philadelphia Police Department at 215-686-TIPS. There is a 30,000-dollar reward available in her case. 

The Fall Line® is an investigative true crime podcast focused on cold cases, unsolved murders, missing persons, and unidentified John and Jane Does in the United States. We deliver in-depth reporting and interviews with law enforcement and forensic experts, examining unsolved homicides, disappearances, serial crimes, and the evidence behind them. Victim-centered and research-driven, we focus on cases still seeking answers.

Learn more about our cold-case coverage at our Episode Guide

Season 23 covers unsolved homicides in Dallas, Texas and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in cooperation with the family member-advocates seeking resolution—and justice—for their loved ones. 

Submit a case to The Fall Line: https://www.thefalllinepodcast.com/case-submissions

 

Laurah's book LAY THEM TO REST: 

https://www.hachettebooks.com/titles/laurah-norton/lay-them-to-rest/9780306828805/

 

Sources at our website: https://www.thefalllinepodcast.com/sources

Submit a case to The Fall Line: Submit a case here

 

Join us on Patreon to fund therapy initiatives: https://www.patreon.com/thefalllinepodcast

 

We have partnered with Libsyn to handle our advertising/sponsorship requests. They're great to work with and will help you advertise on our show. Please email ad-sales@libsyn.com 

2025  All Rights Reserved The Fall Line® Podcast LLC


In the crowded landscape of true crime, The Fall Line: True Crime distinguishes itself by focusing intently on the cases that have slipped through the cracks. This investigative podcast, produced by The Fall Line®, dedicates its episodes to cold cases, unsolved murders, and missing persons who haven't received the sustained attention they deserve. The work goes beyond simply recounting facts; it involves deep, often years-long dives into the specifics of unsolved homicides, disappearances, and the stories of unidentified John and Jane Does. You'll hear directly from the people closest to these investigations-law enforcement officers who worked the original details, forensic experts explaining the science, dedicated victim advocates, and, most importantly, the families still living with the unresolved loss. Each season is built on meticulous research and interviews that piece together not only what might have happened, but also the complex reasons why answers remain elusive. The narrative is driven by a commitment to thoroughness and respect, aiming to bring new clarity to long-forgotten files. By listening to this podcast, you become part of a process that seeks to restore names to the nameless and pursue justice for the overlooked, all through careful, persistent storytelling that treats every case with the gravity it has always warranted.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

The Fall Line: True Crime
Podcast Episodes
The Disappearance of Calvin Willie Martinez: New Mexico Part 6 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:05
In our final episode of the season, we continue the story of Calvin Willie Martinez. Mothers Day 2019 was the last time Calvin Willie Martinez's family heard from him. After suffering an immense loss in 2014, Calvin had…
The Disappearance of Calvin Willie Martinez: New Mexico Part 5 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:14
Mothers Day 2019 was the last time Calvin Willie Martinez's family heard from him. After suffering an immense loss in 2014, Calvin had struggled with depression and alcohol dependence. But he always stayed in contact wit…
The Disappearance of Melissa Ann Montoya: New Mexico, Part 4 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:46
We continue our coverage of the disappearance of Melissa Ann Montoya. On St. Patrick's Day 2001, 42-year-old Melissa Montoya joined her loved ones at the Apache House of Liquor in Dulce, New Mexico—a town located in the…
The Disappearance of Melissa Ann Montoya: New Mexico, Part 3 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:22
On St. Patrick's Day 2001, 42-year-old Melissa Ann Montoya joined her loved ones at the Apache House of Liquor in Dulce, New Mexico—a town located in the Jicarilla Apache Nation Reservation. It was the last time that her…
The Murder Of Zachariah Juwaun Shorty: New Mexico, Part 2 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:29
Part two of our coverage of the unsolved murder of Zachariah Juwaun Shorty. Zach, a 23-year-old beloved father, son, and brother was murdered on July 21st, 2020. His body was discovered on July 25th, in a remote field on…
The Murder Of Zachariah Juwaun Shorty: New Mexico, Part 1 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:57
Laurah was recovering from an illness during the recording of this episode. Zachariach Juwaun Shorty, a 23-year-old beloved father, son, and brother was murdered on July 21st, 2020. His body was discovered on July 25th,…
Eric Carter-Landin: Justice for Jacob and Advocacy in New Mexico [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:26
Two years ago, Eric Carter-Landin joined us to talk about the cold case of his baby brother Jacob, his hopes for progress in Jacob's case, and his work on behalf of other families in New Mexico. Now, in advance of our Ne…
The Grays Harbor Jane Doe: Unsolved Homicides, Part 6 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:29
In October of 1988, the remains of a homicide victim were found in a rural area of Grays Harbor County, just outside Elma, Washington. A dedicated detective worked her case for years—first in his role with the sheriff's…
The Murder of Susan Minard Lund: Unsolved Homicides, Part 5 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:41
For almost thirty years, Susan Minard Lund's children believed she'd run away and abandoned them; after she disappeared on Christmas Eve of 1992 in Clarksville TN, a search was launched, but late the next year, her missi…