The Farmer's Wife
- Dec 16, 2025
- 1:22:21
- Full Episode
<p>In the aftermath of Ryan Cooper's murder, rumors sweep through his small Iowa town, but investigators must uncover whether the talk is gossip or a crucial clue. Andrea Canning reports.</p><p>Josh Mankiewicz and Andrea Canning go behind the scenes of the making of this episode in ‘Talking Dateline’ </p><p>Listen on Apple: <a href="https://apple.co/3Ywz6TY">https://apple.co/3Ywz6TY</a></p><p>Listen on Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/4Kl0wqKQltCE0HaCZZVFfZ">https://open.spotify.com/episode/4Kl0wqKQltCE0HaCZZVFfZ</a></p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>
Brief Summary
Karina Cooper and Houston Danker are convicted of murdering Ryan Cooper, revealing a web of deceit and betrayal in a small Iowa town.
Key points
- Karina's Frantic Call. Karina called for help, screaming that someone was in her house.
- The Investigation Begins. Law enforcement arrives to investigate the shocking murder of Ryan Cooper.
- A Community in Shock. The news of Ryan's murder sends shockwaves through the small town.
- Theories and Speculation. The community grapples with theories about the motive behind the murder.
- Nolan's Alibi. Nolan denied involvement in Ryan's murder, claiming his gun was at his brother-in-law's house.
- Karina's Reaction. Karina's behavior after Ryan's murder raised suspicions among investigators.
Episode highlights
- Karina's Frantic CallKarina called for help, screaming that someone was in her house.“She called and was screaming that somebody was in her house.”2:02Dec 16, 2025
- The Investigation BeginsLaw enforcement arrives to investigate the shocking murder of Ryan Cooper.“This is 100% an active crime scene.”13:23Dec 16, 2025
- A Community in ShockThe news of Ryan's murder sends shockwaves through the small town.“Nobody breaks into houses and shoots people in Dreher, Iowa.”19:34Dec 16, 2025
- Theories and SpeculationThe community grapples with theories about the motive behind the murder.“There was a lot of theories, a lot of speculation.”23:04Dec 16, 2025
- Nolan's AlibiNolan denied involvement in Ryan's murder, claiming his gun was at his brother-in-law's house.“Nolan denied having anything to do with Ryan's murder.”25:42Dec 16, 2025
- Karina's ReactionKarina's behavior after Ryan's murder raised suspicions among investigators.“It seemed very unusual for her to be sitting on his body, not trying to render aid.”37:22Dec 16, 2025
- Karina's OutburstKarina's temper flared during an interview with detectives, leading to a heated exchange.“Get off my property!”46:00Dec 16, 2025
- Ashton Receives Frantic CallAshton learns from Karina's son that the police are arresting his mother.“The cops are here arresting Mom.”49:13Dec 16, 2025
