487 - As Will Mine Be | Forensic Files

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This week, Georgia covers Detroit’s drug kingpin White Boy Rick and Karen tells the story of “Queen of Sinking Ships” Violet Jessop.

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Brief Summary

This episode discusses White Boy Rick's drug informant story and Titanic survivor Violet Jessup's maritime disasters.

Halvesies Episode. A unique episode format where hosts promise to annoy listeners in a fun way.
Birdseed for Crows. A touching letter from a listener who turned a sad event into a positive business.
White Boy Rick. The story of a teenage drug kingpin caught in political corruption during the 80s.
Life Sentence for a Minor. Rick Wershey Jr. is sentenced to life in prison at 18 for drug possession, shocking the nation.
Rick's Informant Role. Rick Jr. becomes an informant for the FBI, leading to dangerous encounters in the drug world.
Rick's Double Life. At just 15, Rick becomes both a drug dealer and an informant for the FBI.