I Want You To Know

In this episode of I Want You To Know, we step into one of the most haunting and complex cases in recent memory, exploring the intertwined stories of Kathleen Savio and Stacey Peterson and the man at the center of it all. From a suspicious death initially ruled an accident to a disappearance that still has no answers, we unpack how control, manipulation, and public perception shaped the narrative and the investigation. We also examine the legal twists that made this case so significant, including the rare use of hearsay evidence and how it ultimately led to a conviction without ever finding one of the victims.But this episode goes far beyond headlines and courtroom drama. We sit down with Norma Peterson, who offers a deeply personal and rarely heard perspective as a member of the accused’s family. She shares what it was like to live in the shadow of suspicion, navigate the media frenzy, and grapple with the reality of what happened to the women she knew and loved. Through her story, we explore the lasting impact of domestic violence, the power of intuition, and the responsibility we all carry as consumers of true crime. This conversation challenges what we think we know and asks us to look closer at the human cost behind every case.You can help amplify the voices that deserve to be heard by continuing the conversation, supporting advocacy efforts, and staying informed. Be sure to follow I Want You To Know, leave a review, and join us in the next episode as we continue uncovering the stories that matter most.Resources:More information on Norma and Document the Abuse is available on their site: https://documenttheabuse.org/ Free, confidential help is available to individuals impacted by crime at http://victimconnect.orgFor more information about the National Center for Victims of Crime, visit our home page.  If you have been a victim of a crime and would like to share your story, please contact us at [email protected] —This podcast discusses real crimes and may include sensitive topics that could be difficult for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.The information shared in this podcast is for informational and storytelling purposes only and is not intended as legal advice.

In this powerful episode of I Want You To Know, we examine the Colonial Parkway Murders through the eyes of someone who has lived the devastation for nearly four decades. Bill Thomas, brother of victim Kathy Thomas, shares not only the deeply personal story of Kathy and Rebecca Dowski, but also the painful questions that still remain about bias, investigative failures, media misrepresentation, and what justice looks like when a suspect dies before facing trial. This conversation explores how the legal and cultural realities of the 1980s may have shaped the case, how Kathy and Rebecca’s relationship was minimized in ways that may have impacted the investigation, and why the handling of victims’ stories matters as much as the pursuit of answers.We also dig into the broader crisis of unsolved murders in America, the ripple effects cold cases have on families for generations, and the responsibility of law enforcement, media, and even true crime creators to do better. Bill offers his perspective on advocacy, accountability, and why victims must remain at the center of these conversations. This is an episode that asks difficult questions, challenges assumptions, and invites listeners to think differently about justice, memory, and the stories we choose to tell. If you care about cold cases, victim advocacy, or the human side of true crime, this is a conversation you will not want to miss.To learn more about the National Center for Victims of Crime, head to victimsofcrime.org. Free confidential help is always available at victimconnect.org. Hear more of Bill's story and check out his podcast Mind Over Murder.Resources:Listen to Mind Over Murder: https://mindovermurderpodcast.comNational Center for Victims of Crime: victimsofcrime.org Free confidential help is always available at victimconnect.org If you have been a victim of a crime and would like to share your story, please contact us at [email protected] —This podcast discusses real crimes and may include sensitive topics that could be difficult for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.The information shared in this podcast is for informational and storytelling purposes only and is not intended as legal advice.

This isn’t just another true crime story. It’s a powerful re-centering of the narrative we’ve been told for decades. In the pilot episode of I Want You To Know, we step into one of the most well-known cases in American history through a very different lens by focusing not on the perpetrator, but on survivor Kathy Kleiner Ruben. Through a deeply personal and unfiltered conversation, Kathy shares what it means to live through unimaginable violence, how she reclaimed her identity beyond that night in 1978, and why society needs to rethink the way we consume stories about crime. This episode challenges listeners to confront the uncomfortable truth about how victims are often overlooked, while asking what it really means to survive and be heard.We explore the lasting impact of trauma, the complexity of healing, and the power of storytelling as a path forward. Kathy opens up about her journey from victim to survivor, the misconceptions surrounding her attacker, and her mission to ensure that the lives and voices of victims are never lost or reduced to headlines. This conversation sets the tone for this podcast’s mission: creating space for stories that deserve to be told, in the voices of those who lived them.Resources:Free confidential help is always available at victimconnect.orgPurchase your copy of Kathy’s Book, A Light in the Dark: Surviving More than Ted Bundy: https://www.amazon.com/Light-Dark-Surviving-More-Bundy/dp/1641608684 If you have been a victim of a crime and would like to share your story, please contact us at [email protected] —This podcast discusses real crimes and may include sensitive topics that could be difficult for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.The information shared in this podcast is for informational and storytelling purposes only and is not intended as legal advice.

Some stories don’t end when the headlines fade. They are just beginning.I Want You To Know is a powerful, trauma-informed true crime podcast that centers the voices too often left out of the narrative, victims and the people who love them. Hosted by Kristen Feden and Renee Williams, this series blends legal insight with deeply human storytelling to explore the lasting impact of crime long after the case is closed.Each episode dives into a real story through intimate conversations with victims and their families, uncovering the emotional, psychological, and often overlooked realities they continue to face. In a moment unlike anything else in true crime, every episode concludes with a powerful, uninterrupted victim impact statement. These are words spoken directly, honestly, and without limitation.This is more than a podcast. It is a space for truth, for healing, and for voices to finally be heard. Because these stories matter. And now, they get to be told the way they were always meant to be.