It's Hump Day and you know what that means...Welcome to another WTF Wednesday! We continue this episode with help from guest hosts Colin and Olivia. This week we talk about the fuckery in Texas: Woman tries to buy baby at the Walmart self-checkout https://oxygen.tv/3zEhz0U Be careful when taking to Winnebago through windows https://bit.ly/3MQOO4k Please don't get your sex change operations from cannibals https://bit.ly/39okekT The poop will always give you away https://bit.ly/3zDzfK5 Thank you, ...
Jun 15, 2022•41 min
Is it time for a new WTF Episode already?!? YES! This week we are joined by Jess's brother Colin and the infamous Olivia. There is plenty of fuckery to be had, so let's go! The San Jose PD has a problem: https://bit.ly/3QiUneO https://fxn.ws/3NxxUsn Washington couple wanted by FBI for Ponzi scheme: https://bit.ly/3aOmd2b https://bit.ly/3NYGfoN Are you happy to see me or is that a crossbow in your sweats? https://bit.ly/3Q9xn1y The Maffia is invested in solving global warming: https://nbcnews.to/...
Jun 08, 2022•34 min
Did you miss us? Everyone’s favorite series is back! WTF Wednesdays are here and live for your listening pleasure, campers! Since this is a family affair, you know we had to bring back Mara and Olivia to kick off the next 6 weeks of fuckery. We have a TON of stories to share that will have you muttering, “What the fuck?” to yourself. Sadly, there is no Florida Fuckery in this episode, but have no fear, it’s on its way. Have a crazy story to share with us? comment on our posts or DM us your dirty...
Jun 01, 2022•37 min
We continue our collaboration with the True Crime Cat Lawyer Podcast with a case that rocked the small community of Dixmoor, Illinois in the early 1990s. 5 teenage boys were accused and convicted of the brutal murder and sexual assault of their young 14-year-old classmate, Cateresa Matthews. But did any of them actually commit the crime? Cateresa Matthews and her family deserved to have justice, and eventually, justice did come, but it was at the expense of all the lives involved. The 5 boys wro...
Apr 20, 2022•1 hr 45 min
We are kicking off our collaboration with the True Crime Cat Lawyer Podcast with a case that rocked the small community of Dixmoor, Illinois in the early 1990s. 5 teenage boys were accused and convicted of the brutal murder and sexual assault of their young 14-year-old classmate, Cateresa Matthews. But did any of them actually commit the crime? Cateresa Matthews and her family deserved to have justice, and eventually, justice did come, but it was at the expense of all the lives involved. The 5 b...
Apr 13, 2022•58 min
DNA has been a marvelous tool in forensic science for around 20 years now. It has helped solve cold cases, long thought to be unsolvable. Used to fight wrongful convictions where there was little hope of the truth ever surfacing. But it has also been used to point to guilty people who hope to escape the criminal system. One of the true crime’s most well-known Detectives, Robert Keppel, who is known for his contributions to Ted Bundy’s investigations, takes center stage in working on one of the c...
Apr 01, 2022•1 hr 13 min
We have covered a lot of cases over the past few seasons that have left us scratching our heads and with little trust in the justice system. This one is no different. When Steve Titus was pulled over by police after a night out with his fiance, he fully cooperated with them, never thinking it would come back later and ruin his life. Just 2 short days later, he was in custody and facing sexual assault charges. He maintained his innocence throughout his statements, his arrest, and ultimately his t...
Mar 18, 2022•1 hr 10 min
We have a winner!!!! Thank you to everyone who entered our Podiversay Giveaway. The winner was notified and an announcement went up on our IG Story. Make sure to check out the announcement! Just when you think you know all about Washington’s most notorious serial killers, you learn that there may be more out there. For this episode, we are bringing you the story of Seattle’s first convicted serial killer. What intrigued us about this murderer was his MO. All of his victims were tied with their o...
Mar 04, 2022•1 hr 16 min
Every February, in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, we celebrate Black History Month. Since 1969, the US has observed this to some degree or another to spread education about the African-American Community. It hasn’t always been met with enthusiasm, but it continued to grow in momentum and still does to this day. In recent years, it has become even more important as the right to freedom and equality carries on. We wanted to take this week's episode as an opportunity to speak ab...
Feb 18, 2022•1 hr 9 min
Season 4 is halfway through! We have a puzzling case for you this time. Who murdered Michael Johnston and his secret girlfriend That Chelle Robinson? Almost 3 decades ago, on a summer morning, the body of 25-year-old Michael was found by Rochelle's car on an isolated road in Pierce County, WA. Only hours later, Rochelle would also be found deceased, nearly 5 miles away. The case was cold before it even started. But over the years, there have been speculations from psychics, possible ties to the ...
Feb 04, 2022•1 hr 16 min
Our topic of discussion this episode is one that is a tough subject to cover. Rape is a horrific crime, that can happen to anyone. It leaves very long lasting effects upon its victims. From the years 1978 to 1981 women in Spokane were being terrorized by a rapist who was held unchecked. The media didn’t report it until well after a year of the crimes beginning. The police didn’t have the funding, the manpower or the resources to handle catching this criminal. But it only takes one lucky lead to ...
Jan 21, 2022•1 hr 41 min
We’re ringing in the new year with a bonus episode! This sordid tale comes to us from the Eastern side of Canada in the 1940s. It’s a captivating story that to this day is still talked about. When the torso of a man was found by a group of children on a mountainside, one suspect quickly emerged. John Dick and his wife of only 6 months had a very short and volatile relationship. So when his body was identified by family members, police went in search of the estranged Mrs. Dick. Evelyn MacLean Dic...
Dec 31, 2021•1 hr 41 min
Welcome back, Campers! The holidays are upon us and we wish everyone a very happy and safe time with their loved ones. We wish you all well and want to again thank everyone for listening and supporting our little podcast endeavor! Our fourth episode this season is a little different from the normal serial killers we cover. In this episode, we will delve into one of the most prolific serial arsonists in US history. There are many others who have set more fires, however, what this arsonist was abl...
Dec 17, 2021•1 hr 2 min
Welcome to a new episode, Campers! We have a sorted and chilling tale to tell you! We’re going back to the 1990s when serial killers were around every corner in the Pacific Northwest. We’re talking about a killer who almost got away with his crimes completely. One crime was even considered solved when a couple had seemingly confessed to the murder of a young girl in Oregon. But he couldn’t leave well enough alone and craved the spotlight. He wanted the world to recognize his existence. So he beg...
Dec 03, 2021•1 hr 26 min
How do families move on in their lives after they are shattered by the realization that someone they love committed a horrible crime? This is a hard question, and there may not be definitive answers. In this episode, we touch on this subject while discussing the suspected nomadic serial killer, Charles T. Sinclair. After his capture in 1990, his family was broken and at loose ends. The man they had known as a loving father and husband had committed upwards of 10 murders, all to make money. His d...
Nov 19, 2021•1 hr 19 min
In June of 1984, Jimmie Turner was shot and murdered outside of his home. Two men were ultimately arrested and charged with aggravated 1st-degree murder. One was acquitted within a month of going to trial. The other would spend over a decade on death row. That man was Benjamin Harris, III. Benjamin was a man with a very troubled past and clear signs of mental health issues. However, throughout his trial and his sentencing, the courts, his attorney, and the state failed to act on his behalf to as...
Nov 05, 2021•1 hr 7 min
Hello, campers! We are so excited to be able to give you some special content as a bonus episode this week! For those who aren’t in the know, Jess is an avid reader. Of course part of this job is reading research on potential podcast episodes. But...she also happens to like to read about true crime and mystery. Jess was very fortunate to be able to speak with local author, Bryan Johnston, about the George Weyerhaeuser kidnapping case that we recently covered in an episode and discuss his book co...
Nov 03, 2021•35 min
Welcome back to regular episodes! I know it's been a while but, you will get back into the swing of things. Here we go! This week is our bonus episode for Halloween, with our podcast besties Crimes and Closets. On the mic, this episode are the Killer B's..... Beth and Brice. Beth regales you with the tale of the murder of Doreen Erbert. Brice tells the tale of the murder of Adriane Insogna and Leslie Mazzara. Don't worry Jess and Cristy are joining the party as well. So listen in and listen up f...
Oct 29, 2021•1 hr 22 min
No more WTF Wednesday episodes??? Say it ain’t so! Yes, this is the last episode of WTF Wednesday...for now, that is. We are going to turn our focus on to other great and wondrous things for the podcast. It was a great run and we are so thankful for all of the support. WTF Wednesdays wouldn’t be the same without all the love. Make sure to tune in for our collab Halloween episodes on October 29th here with us and November 1st with Crimes and Closets. There is also a bonus episode on November 3rd....
Oct 20, 2021•50 min
We’re nearly finished with the fuckery here in the woods. But gather ‘round the campfire for two more episodes before we head into our regular season! It's spooky season and we’re ready to have fun with our podcast besties Crimes and Closets for a special Halloween episode. Make sure to pay attention for further information and release dates that will be coming soon! Keep your sperm to yourself https://bit.ly/3iZ8WF4 https://bit.ly/3v56FwW https://wapo.st/3v8YTSF No one is ever what they seem on...
Oct 13, 2021•39 min
We’re halfway through our WTF Wednesday season but the fuckery just keeps coming! Special thank you to our friend Beth at Crimes and Closets for some great story suggestions for the episode. There is definitely some fuckery going on in North Carolina. You have one more week to share any crazy stories for us to cover, so don’t wait! Message us on IG or on the website, WHITWPODCAST@gmail.com . Also, if you’re enjoying our WTF series, please share What Happens in the Woods with like-minded true cri...
Oct 06, 2021•43 min
Thank you for joining us for another weekly episode of WTF Wednesday! There is so much fuckery to share, but please send us more. There is still time to share your craziest, silliest, absolutely unbelievable WTF stories for us to be able to share with the rest of the world. Message us on IG or on the website, WHITWPODCAST@gmail.com . All kidding aside, this week we discuss a topic that can be triggering for some. Our first story involves a person charged with child exploitation. While researchin...
Sep 29, 2021•24 min
Welcome to a new WTF Wednesday to get you through your week! We’re still open for suggestions of any weird, odd, crazy, or just plain fucked up stories if you want to share them. Direct message us on Instagram or through the website at WHITWPODCAST@gmail.com . We want to hear from you, even if it's just to say hi! Also, don’t forget to check out the WTF Merch while you’re at it. Until next week! The Antwerp Zoo has serious concerns about this woman https://bit.ly/3nWRapw https://bit.ly/3hUQFZe h...
Sep 22, 2021•38 min
The fuckery begins again in Season 3 of WTF Wednesdays! Welcome back to the lighter side of true crime here at What Happens in the Woods. These episodes of the podcast will leave you saying, “What the Fuck?”. Thank you to Mara and Olivia for continuing their WTF participation (as if they had a choice), and joining us to kick off season 3. As always, here are the links to the stories we showcased this time. Make sure you let us know your thoughts on these discussions and send in your suggestions ...
Sep 15, 2021•42 min
Welcome to the season 3 finale here at What Happens in the Woods. The 80’s in Washington were a hotbed of murderous activity. In 1985, two couples' murders would cause immense speculation and the only clue that the cases are linked, a tube sock tied around the females necks, gives little to no usable evidence. Could this be the work of a serial killer? We now know there were plenty to choose from operating in the state at that time. Or was this just two couples who were at the wrong place and wr...
Aug 20, 2021•47 min
Does the phrase, “Don’t do the crime if you can’t do the time” sound familiar? Usually, it's said jokingly to a person who is learning a lesson and realizing the consequences to their actions. But really, the saying is one of the truest and best pieces of advice you can give a person contemplating a wrong move. Barbara Opel lived her life without care of the repercussions. And for a time, she was able to get away with it. That was until she expected too much and the conniving led to a bad choice...
Aug 06, 2021•1 hr 10 min
It never fails to surprise us the level of manipulation that some people feel comfortable using on members of their own family. Taking advantage of loved ones for financial gain is something we hear of all too well. Where do you draw the line? Our case this episode really makes you contemplate that question. When Tashia Stuart , her 7 year old daughter and her husband, Todd, fell on hard times, Judy Hebert didn’t hesitate to allow them to move in with her. Her daughter and her granddaughter mean...
Jul 23, 2021•54 min
This episode centers around one woman who found plenty of Mr. Rights, but she was definitely Mrs. Wrong. Being a beautiful woman, Gladys Raphs would never suffer alone for long. She traded husbands as often as her wardrobe, with a divorce every other year. And there were some men who were just in her life for fun, they were perhaps the lucky ones to avoid the marriage trap. But Gladys had goals and in the 1940’s, it was easy to tell a tale and gain a person’s trust. And Gladys succeeded in telli...
Jul 09, 2021•1 hr 42 min
Join us this episode for a small town case that was solved with the help of the latest technology in personal surveillance cameras. When the body of a woman was found on a rural road partially burned in the early morning of October 24, 2017, Pierce County Sheriff’s didn’t have much to go on to catch her killer, not even her identity. Thankfully, luck and technology was on their side. Little by little, pieces of video evidence would show a trail that the killer was leaving unknowingly on home sec...
Jun 18, 2021•54 min
The world of dating can be a treacherous thing to navigate. In recent years, online sites have popped up all over claiming the ability to connect you with your “Soulmate”, help you find “The One”, and guide you to your “Match”. There are sites for any type of person and relationship you could ever need. Even some you didn't know that you may want. What these sites don’t tell you, and can’t tell you, is that people lie. People hide behind the anonymity of the internet. They portray themselves as ...
Jun 04, 2021•1 hr 10 min
