• The Jens Soering Case: A New Verdict

  • By: Aspasia
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The Jens Soering Case: A New Verdict

By: Aspasia
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  • Was he a cold-blooded killer, or the victim of a miscarriage of justice? A naive, lovestruck nerd, or a calculating double murderer? Horrific crimes are committed every day, unfortunately, but only a few remain in the public eye for decades afterwards. Hardly any case has polarized the public as much over the last 38 years as that of the German diplomat's son Jens Soering. In this podcast series, hosts Daniela Hillers and Ralph Guise-Ruebe critically examine a homicide case from the 1980s: the murders of Derek and Nancy Haysom in Virginia, a crime that has come to be known as the Jens Soering case. Daniela Hillers is an author and journalist who has written widely on the German terrorist group RAF. Ralph Guise-Ruebe is the Judge and President of the Hannover Regional Court in Germany. Would Jens Soering still be indicted and convicted today, based on the evidence available now? Was the trial in 1990 conducted according to the principles of due process?  In addition to Jens Soering himself, a total of 14 experts on the case — including bestselling author John Grisham, the original lead detective Chuck Reid as well as a former friend and fellow inmate of Elizabeth Haysom‘s — all have their say, providing listeners their in-depth insider knowledge. What if the real story was completely different than the verdict at trial? “The Jens Soering Case — A New Verdict” Due to the internationality of the case, the original voices of Daniela and Ralph were replaced by English AI voices, so that English-speaking listeners can also listen to the podcast. In episode 10, however, you will hear the original voices of the two hosts. Do you want to know more about the Jens Söring case? In his exclusive report, investigator Chuck Reid describes his perspective on things and goes into detail with observations and evidence that were not even used in the trial at the time. For more information just read into it: www.soering-case.com
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  • Trailer: The Jens Soering Case: A New Verdict

    Trailer: The Jens Soering Case: A New Verdict
    Oct 19 2023
    The trailer for "The Jens Soering Case: A New Verdict" Cold-blooded killer or victim of injustice? Naive nerd and lifesaver or calculated double murderer of his then-girlfriend's parents? In this 10-part podcast series, the two hosts, Daniela Hillers and Ralph Guise-Ruebe, take a critical look at the murder case from the 1980s: the murder of the Haysom couple in Virginia in 1985, which for decades has also become the "Jens Soering case." Could there be an indictment and conviction based on the evidence today? Was the 1990 trial lawful? What are the differences between the USA and Germany? In addition to Jens Soering himself, a total of 14 experts on the case are featured, including best-selling author John Grisham, former crime scene investigator Chuck Reid, and a former friend and co-inmate of Elizabeth Haysom, all of whom provide insightful insider knowledge. What if the story was completely different? "The Jens Soering Case: A New Verdict" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    3 mins
  • Journey through time

    Journey through time
    Oct 31 2023
    In June 2023, Daniela Hillers is heading to Washington for a trip back in time. The shocking double murder of Derek and Nancy Haysom in 1985 rocked the peaceful town of Lynchburg in the state of Virginia. The suspects in this case are Elizabeth Haysom, the daughter, and her then-boyfriend, Jens Söring, the son of a German diplomat. Their hasty departure from the USA raised suspicions that they might be involved in the Haysom couple's murders. This sets off a daring journey across Asia and Europe, ultimately leading to their arrest and detention. During her investigation, Daniela gains access to the evidence room and archives, conducts exclusive interviews, and talks to locals. It becomes clear that the shock from those past murders still lingers, and opinions about "the German guy" remain divided. Due to the international nature of the case, the original voices of Daniela and Ralph were replaced with English AI voices so that English-speaking listeners can also enjoy the podcast. However, in Episode 10, you will hear the original voices of the two hosts. If you want to learn more about the Jens Soering case, Investigator Chuck Reid shares his perspective in an exclusive report. He delves into observations and evidence that didn't even come to light during the original trial. For more information, check out: www.soering-case.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    7 mins
  • 1) The case and the judge

    1) The case and the judge
    Oct 31 2023
    A fair trial or a witch-hunt? The court proceedings against Jens Soering became a public show trial and media spectacle. Was the German honors student presented as a convenient fall guy? Was Judge William Sweeney really biased? How did the jury reach its guilty verdict? The images of the chubby-cheeked German in front of an American court are deeply etched in public memory. What role does a judge play when presiding over a high-profile criminal trial? More on this in this episode of the podcast “The Jens Soering Case – A New Verdict.” Due to the international nature of the case, the original voices of Daniela and Ralph were replaced with English AI voices so that English-speaking listeners can also enjoy the podcast. However, in Episode 10, you will hear the original voices of the two hosts. If you want to learn more about the Jens Soering case, Investigator Chuck Reid shares his perspective in an exclusive report. He delves into observations and evidence that didn't even come to light during the original trial. For more information, check out: www.soering-case.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    26 mins
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