ON THE KNOWS with Randall Kenneth Jones

Did Lizzie Borden really kill her parents? The truth may be more complicated than the infamous so-called "nursery rhyme" suggests. On this episode of ON THE KNOWS with Randall Kenneth Jones, author and legal scholar Cara Robertson joins Randall to revisit one of America's most infamous unsolved murder cases: the 1892 killings of Andrew and Abby Borden and the sensational trial of Lizzie Borden. Drawing on her meticulously researched book, "The Trial of Lizzie Borden," Robertson examines the courtroom evidence, the testimony that never reached the jury, the controversial allegations surrounding a possible poison purchase, and the legal strategies that helped secure Lizzie's acquittal. Why did Victorian-era attitudes toward women shape the case? How did newspaper reporters turn a murder trial into a national spectacle? And what can the trial teach us about the difference between historical evidence and the stories we want to believe? With Randy's trademark curiosity, personal knowledge of the case, humor, and fascination with true crime, this conversation explores the mysteries, personalities, and cultural forces that have kept the Lizzie Borden case alive for more than 130 years. Was Lizzie guilty, innocent, or involved in ways we may never fully understand? Despite what the various fictionalized retellings have told you, you can now listen and decide for yourself. Cara Robertson began researching the Borden case as a Harvard undergraduate in 1990. She holds a PhD from Oxford University and a JD from Stanford Law School. She clerked at the Supreme Court of the United States, served as a legal adviser to the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia at The Hague, and has written for various publications. Her scholarship has been supported by the National Endowment for the Humanities and the National Humanities Center, of which she is a Trustee. Keywords: Lizzie Borden, Cara Robertson, The Trial of Lizzie Borden, Lizzie Borden trial, Lizzie Borden murders, true crime history, unsolved murder mysteries, Victorian crime, American criminal justice, historical true crime, ON THE KNOWS, Randall Kenneth Jones. #LizzieBorden #TrueCrime #CaraRobertson #TheTrialOfLizzieBorden #TrueCrimeHistory Cara Robertson: www.CaraWRobertson.com Randall Kenneth Jones: www.RandallKennethJones.com Susan Bennett: www.SusanCBennett.com Kevin Randall Jones: www.KevinRandallJones.com

What happens when a former Radio City Rockette becomes Miss America? For Regan Hutsell, the answer involves far more than a crown, a sash, and a spectacular pair of high kicks. In this inspiring, funny, and deeply personal episode of ON THE KNOWS with Randall Kenneth Jones, Miss America Regan Hutsell opens up about her journey from professional ballet dancer and Radio City Rockette to Miss Texas and Miss America. Along the way, she shares powerful lessons about courage, self-worth, body image, kindness, leadership, and finding the confidence to be unapologetically yourself. At the heart of their conversation is Regan's deeply personal advocacy initiative, Your Body Is Your Home. She candidly discusses the pressures she experienced growing up in the competitive dance world, her struggles with an eating disorder, and the transformative realization that her body deserves care and respect beyond its ability to perform. But this conversation is about more than overcoming adversity. It's about discovering your voice, celebrating individuality, and recognizing that you don't need a title to make a difference. In this episode, discover: • How Regan Hutsell went from the Radio City Rockettes to becoming Miss America. • The emotional story behind her Your Body Is Your Home initiative and her journey toward body acceptance. • Why she believes kindness, courage, and leadership begin long before anyone hands you a crown. • How the Miss America Organization's four pillars—Style, Service, Scholarship, and Success—help shape the women who participate. • Why Regan celebrates individuality, inclusion, and the changing perceptions of beauty. • The special friendship between Regan and fellow finalist Miss Louisiana Shelby Bordelon. • How groundbreaking ballerina Misty Copeland inspired Regan to believe in herself. • What the arts, dance, and positive role models can teach us about personal growth. • The inspiring answer Regan gives when Randall asks his signature question: "What do you know?" Randall also shares the extraordinary story of watching Regan win Miss America from the second row—and predicting her victory during the opening number! The two find common ground through their admiration for Vanessa Williams, her mother Helen Williams, Pat Benatar, and the importance of human connection. And because this is ON THE KNOWS, expect a little mischief, too. From an impromptu word-association challenge to a rather unforgettable Maryland crab hat, this conversation proves that inspiration and laughter make excellent companions. "You don't have to wait until you have a crown on your head. Like, kindness starts now. Using your voice to be a champion for change starts now." — Regan Hutsell Join Randall Kenneth Jones for a heartfelt conversation about resilience, authenticity, the power of encouragement, and what it really means to be a role model. ON THE KNOWS with Randall Kenneth Jones delivers smart, funny, and heartfelt conversations at the intersection of the arts, humanities, creativity, and connection. Featuring announcer Susan Bennett, the original voice of Siri, the podcast has been praised by consumer advocate Erin Brockovich as "the best podcast and host ever." Listen, watch, and discover more at www.OnTheKnows.com. #MissAmerica #ReganHutsell #MissAmerica2027 #OnTheKnows #RandallKennethJones Regan Hutsell: https://www.instagram.com/reganhutsell Randall Kenneth Jones: www.RandallKennethJones.com Susan Bennett: www.SusanCBennett.com Kevin Randall Jones: www.KevinRandallJones.com Photos Courtesy Miss America IP INC. Additional photos provided by Brian Edwards, Rachel Roberts, Steve C. Phan, Houston M. Photography and Randall Kenneth Jones.

What do you do when your biggest dreams seem impractical, your values are tested, and you're nowhere near finished building what you started? Peter Finn has some answers. On this episode of ON THE KNOWS, Randall Kenneth Jones talks with Peter Finn, founder of Finn Partners, one of the largest independent PR and marketing firms worldwide, and the driving force behind the Catskill Mountain Foundation, about the values that have shaped his life and work. Peter is the author of “Driven to Build: Guided by Values, Leading for Long-Term Success in the For-Profit and Nonprofit Worlds.” Peter shares why “work hard and play nice” is more than a slogan, how collaboration helps turn ambitious ideas into reality, and why he believes doing the right thing sometimes means walking away from more than a million dollars in business. He also discusses the importance of creating a workplace where people feel valued, making a difference in the community, and continually striving to amaze. From building a global communications firm to developing a destination for the arts in upstate New York, Peter’s story is about persistence, purpose and the people who make big things possible. His parting wisdom? Life is precious. Use it well. Listen for an engaging conversation about values-driven leadership, entrepreneurship, collaboration, the arts, community impact and building a legacy that lasts. #PeterFinn #OnTheKnows #RandallKennethJones #DrivenToBuild #ValuesDrivenLeadership Peter Finn: www.FinnPartners.com Peter Finn: www.catskillmtn.org Randall Kenneth Jones: www.RandallKennethJones.com Susan Bennett: www.SusanCBennett.com Kevin Randall Jones: www.KevinRandallJones.com

What does it take to become the guy audiences love to hate? Actor Fedor Steer joins Randall Kenneth Jones on ON THE KNOWS for a smart, funny, and surprisingly inspiring conversation about acting, horror, perseverance, and the strange path that can lead to a career playing some of film and television's most memorable villains. Known for his work in "American Horror Story," "The Haunting of Hill House," "Evil," "Bloodline," "Haunted Mansion," and "Scary Movie 6," Fedor talks about becoming "American Horror Story's" evildoer du jour, Mr. Nas, his frighteningly elaborate makeup, spending hours in the makeup chair, filming a nude bathtub scene, and what it was really like working alongside film legends Jessica Lange and John Waters. Fedor also shares the remarkable story of how teenage Joseph Gordon-Levitt and his family inspired his acting career while he worked as a cruise-ship officer. He discusses his years as an elementary-school teacher, the realities of having a day job as an actor, learning 14 pages of dialogue, and discovering that even the smallest role can become an opportunity. Most importantly, Fedor explains what he KNOWS about succeeding in Hollywood: persevere, listen, be prepared, put your phone away, know your lines—and, above all, don't complain. It's a conversation about acting, creativity, career reinvention, professionalism, kindness, and the power of simply paying attention. #FedorSteer #AmericanHorrorStory #AHS #AmericanHorrorStory13 #MrNas Fedor Steer: www.FedorSteer.com Randall Kenneth Jones: www.RandallKennethJones.com Susan Bennett: www.SusanCBennett.com Kevin Randall Jones: www.KevinRandallJones.com

What if thinking like a dog could actually help you live a better life? On this episode of ON THE KNOWS with Randall Kenneth Jones, Randall welcomes back Dr. Jen Golbeck, PhD, author of Think Like a Dog: How Positive Psychology Can Help Your Dog Thrive, for a smart, funny, heartfelt—and occasionally surprisingly emotional—conversation about dogs, psychology, happiness, and the extraordinary bond between humans and their canine companions. Dr. Golbeck explains positive psychology and how its focus on strengths, purpose, connection, curiosity, kindness, vitality, humor, and fulfillment can help dogs—and the people who love them—thrive. Along the way, Randy and Jen explore what dogs really understand about our emotions, why dogs can recognize our tone of voice and facial expressions, what their famous “puppy dog eyes” may tell us about the human-dog relationship, and why letting your dog stop and sniff on a walk may be more important than getting those extra steps. They also challenge some of our most familiar assumptions about canine behavior. Do dogs actually feel guilt? What does a wagging tail really communicate? Can dogs smell our moods? Why do dogs sometimes mediate conflict? And what happens when we stop trying to make dogs behave like perfect humans and instead learn to appreciate them as the creatures they are? The conversation takes a deeply personal turn as Randy reflects on his beloved Airedale, Alexander, and the fears that come with loving an aging dog. Jen shares moving stories from her experience rescuing special-needs dogs and discusses canine pain, loss, grief, end-of-life care, resilience, and the profound lessons dogs can teach us about living in the present. At its heart, this is a conversation about dogs, love, empathy, relationships, resilience, and human connection—and why “Think Like a Dog” may be about much more than understanding your dog. Because sometimes the best way to understand our dogs is to pay closer attention to what they're teaching us about ourselves. #ThinkLikeADog #JenGolbeck #ONTheKNOWS #DogBehavior #PositivePsychology Jen Goldbeck: www.JenGolbeck.com Randall Kenneth Jones: www.RandallKennethJones.com Susan Bennett: www.SusanCBennett.com Kevin Randall Jones: www.KevinRandallJones.com