Generation Why: True Crime

Generation Why: True Crime

Since its debut in June 2012 with the episode Jury Duty, Generation Why Podcast has been your source for gripping true crime, intriguing mysteries, and fascinating conspiracies every week. Hosted by Justin and Aaron, the podcast combines in-depth research and discussion to bring you cases that challenge your perspective and keep you hooked. Whether you're a longtime fan or just starting your true crime journey, Generation Why offers a large catalog of true crime tales. Don’t miss out—tune in and join a community passionate about uncovering the truth. Audible subscribers can listen to all episodes of Generation Why ad-free right now. Join Audible today by downloading the Audible app.

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September 13, 2026 68 mins

In 2000, a DeKalb County, Georgia, local election led to the murder of Sheriff-elect Derwin Brown, after a discovery of extensive corruption within the Sheriff’s Department. The primary suspect was Brown’s predecessor, Sidney Dorsey. Another death and a year-long investigation uncovered a murder conspiracy that shocked the community.

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November 27th, 2001. South Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Termaine Hicks responded to a woman’s screams for help in the early morning hours. Moments later, he was shot by a police officer responding to the scene, and was charged with rape.

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October 22nd, 1997. Kansas City, Missouri. 18-year-old Anastasia WitbolsFeugen was shot in the head at close range on the grounds of a local cemetery. Shortly after her body was found, Anastasia’s boyfriend took his own life. Her murder went unsolved for almost three years before an acquaintance came forward with a shocking confession.

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August 24, 2026 6 mins

Introducing Audible True Crime, a dedicated podcast feed where we bring you the best podcasts in true crime, with episodes dropping every single week. Find your next bingeable series about unsolved murders, cold cases, scams and mysteries. This is the cream of the crop of Audible podcasts, featuring award-winning series and soon-to-be favorites. Stop pestering your friends or searching “best true crime podcast” on Googl...

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August 23, 2026 42 mins

Justin tells the story of a man who authorities blamed for the murder of his wife, but he had a tragic explanation if they would only hear him out; Aaron tells the story of a man's mysterious death in a hotel room which stumps investigators until his wife brings in outside assistance.

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August 16, 2026 54 mins

November 20th, 2018. Monmouth County, New Jersey. Authorities responded to a report of a fire at the Ocean Township home of Paul Caneiro. Almost immediately, investigators suspected it was arson. Hours later, the bodies of Paul’s brother Keith, and his wife and children, were found inside their burning home in Colts Neck.

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August 9, 2026 45 mins

On February 7, 2017, Connie and Larry Van Oosten awoke to a masked intruder standing over their bed, gun in hand. For the next two days, they were imprisoned and forced to withdraw $350,000 from their bank. Connie slipped a note to the bank teller, leading to a high-speed chase and the shocking reveal of the captor.

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August 5, 2026 68 mins

Mark Lundy's defense team was going to get another chance to convince a jury that he wasn’t responsible for the murders of his wife and daughter. Surprisingly, the prosecution would make major changes in their case against him. Would a second trial provide a different outcome?

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August 2, 2026 38 mins

Mark Lundy had been found guilty by a jury, but outside of the courtroom he was gaining some support as questions remained about the case against him. Would these questions and discrepancies be enough to reverse his conviction and set him free?

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July 29, 2026 52 mins

Christine and Amber Lundy had been murdered and the authorities blamed Mark. Did they have enough evidence to convince a jury?

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July 26, 2026 33 mins

On August 29th, 2000, while Mark Lundy was presumably away on business, his wife Christine and daughter Amber were brutally murdered in their home in Palmerston North, New Zealand. Police claimed Mark did it for the insurance money, but Mark proclaims his innocence to this day.

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July 19, 2026 55 mins

On September 13, 1997, six men pulled off one of the biggest heists in American History. The men entered the Dunbar Armored facility in Los Angeles, California, and stole $18.9 million in under an hour. The case remained unsolved for two years, until a witness and a taillight provided the authorities with long-awaited leads.

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In 1946, a 19 year old woman was thrust into financial and social uncertainty after losing her job. Soon after, she met a handsome and wealthy stranger who offered her a deal that seemed too good to pass up. Her mission would be to find evidence against a suspected jewel thief. An exciting proposition as she was a fan of detective novels. Now she found herself in one. But unbeknownst to her, she was actually being pulled into a sin...

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July 12, 2026 58 mins

April 5th, 2014. Redding, Connecticut. In the early morning hours, the body of attorney Abe Dabela was found inside his vehicle after a rollover accident. Authorities soon discovered that he died from a gunshot wound to the back of the head. Was it self inflicted or foul play? The answer to that question might be found in the details of the incident...

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July 12, 2026 2 mins

Framed: An Investigative Story is back. Season 3 is a deep dive into Scott Macklem's murder, the resulting trial against Frederick Freeman, and a look at where the case is today. Please subscribe and spread the word that Framed is back. Thank you for your patience and support.

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July 5, 2026 46 mins

In December 1980, U.S. Air Force personnel on patrol near RAF Woodbridge in Rendlesham Forest, England, reported strange lights moving through the trees and unidentified objects in the sky. When the lights reappeared two nights later, deputy base commander Lt Col Charles Halt recorded the events on a Dictaphone. What followed became known as “Britain’s Roswell.”

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June 28, 2026 55 mins

September 28th, 2017. Poughkeepsie, New York. In the early morning hours, Nikki Addimando stepped out of her car and told a police officer that she had been in a fight with her boyfriend and shot him in self defense. Christopher Grover was found dead in the couple’s apartment. The investigation would show that Nikki had been abused by Grover for years leading up to the shooting, but would this save her from a conviction?

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January 12th, 2010. Grosse Pointe Farms, Michigan. JoAnn Matouk Romain disappeared minutes after leaving an evening church service. Two months later, her body was found in the Detroit River near Ontario, Canada. Officially, JoAnn’s manner of death is classified as undetermined.

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June 14, 2026 40 mins

Vinnie Politan from CourtTV joins Aaron to discuss three cases making the news. Have you been following these cases? Reach out to us on social media or email and let us know your thoughts. Vinnie also has a new season of Vinnie Politan Investigates airing right now on CourtTV.

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August 30th, 2013. Castaic, California. Bryce Laspisa was driving home to visit his parents after exhibiting unusual behavior and breaking up with his girlfriend. In the early morning hours, Bryce walked away from a single-vehicle accident at Lake Castaic and was never seen again.

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