Before they became a headline, they were a person. Hosted by Lexie Stamps, Humanizing Headlines is a cinematic, long-form true crime podcast focused on ethical, fact-based storytelling and the real people behind the cases. Through detailed research, verified sourcing, and victim-centered narratives, each episode explores infamous crimes, missing persons cases, and viral stories with accuracy, depth, and humanity. In a genre often driven by shock value and sensationalism, Humanizing Headlines aims to slow down, look deeper, and remember the lives at the center of every case.
Humanizing Headlines
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Before they became a headline, they were a person. Hosted by Lexie Stamps, Humanizing Headlines is a cinematic, long-form true crime podcast focused on ethical, fact-based storytelling and the real people behind the cases. Through detailed research, verified sourcing, and victim-centered narratives, each episode explores infamous crimes, missing persons cases, and viral stories with accuracy, depth, and humanity. In a genre often driven by shock value and sensationalism, Humanizing Headlines aims to slow down, look deeper, and remember the lives at the center of every case.
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June 8, 2026
Case 1: Hailey Buzbee
<p>At just 17 years old, Hailey Buzbee had a bright future ahead of her. She was intelligent, responsible, loved by her family, and known for the kindness she showed others. Yet in January of 2026, her name became known across the country for a tragedy that left a community searching for answers.</p><p><br></p><p>In the debut episode of Humanizing Headlines, we discuss the disappearance of Hailey Buzbee. Through verified sources, public records, and the voices of those who loved her, we follow the timeline of events while focusing on the person at the center of the story, not just the crime itself.</p><p><br></p><p>This episode explores online grooming, the vulnerabilities young people face in digital spaces, and the devastating impact one case can have on a family and community. Most importantly, it seeks to remember Hailey as more than a headline.</p><p><br></p><p>⚠️ Listener discretion is advised. This episode contains discussions of violence, exploitation, and the death of a minor.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Sources</strong>:</p><p><br></p><p><strong>IndyStar</strong>: https://www.indystar.com/story/news/crime/2026/02/09/hailey-buzbee-timeline-disappearance-death-fishers-indiana-tyler-thomas/88491447007/?gnt-cfr=1&gca-cat=p&gca-uir=false&gca-epti=z114727p005050n11----c11----u002427e1153xxv114727&gca-ft=213&gca-ds=sophi&fbclid=IwY2xjawSEK8tleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETE4cXZmNlByQldmZVVySUQ3c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHiAxtUnwTDtfjvpThsBpfZLXGW-qny1a3IrR5dSWGPvtnGKh-y08Tk2K_nYi_aem_EtPMr2cbIkdCKHxIsRi4xw </p><p><br></p><p><strong>IndyStar</strong>: https://www.indystar.com/story/news/crime/2026/02/02/body-of-missing-fishers-teen-hailey-buzbes-body-found-in-ohio-perry-county/88474931007/ </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Indiana Law:</strong></p><p>• https://iga.in.gov/laws/2025/ic/titles/10#10-13-5-4</p><p>• https://www.in.gov/dcs/files/5.22-2023.pdf</p><p>• https://www.missingkids.org/theissues/othertypes</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Law and Crime</strong>: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1Qtm6gacjH/?mibextid=wwXIfr</p><p><br></p><p><strong>1crimeatatime post</strong>: https://www.facebook.com/share/192v1jWmDn/?mibextid=wwXIfr</p><p>Court docs: https://www.wrtv.com/news/local-news/court-docs-hailey-buzbee-communicated-with-suspect-for-over-a-year-before-disappearance </p><p><br></p><p><strong>People</strong>: https://people.com/hailey-buzbee-disappearance-what-to-know-11897614</p><p><br></p><p><strong>WLWT</strong>: https://www.wlwt.com/article/suspect-tied-to-death-of-missing-17-year-old-hailey-buzbee-arrested-by-fbi/70304117 </p><p>More on Hailey’s Law: https://www.nbc4i.com/news/local-news/columbus/hailey-buzbees-death-prompts-lawsuit-against-roblox-and-discord/amp/</p><p><br></p><p><strong>SIGN THE PETITION!</strong>: https://www.change.org/p/pass-hailey-s-law-pink-alert-and-mandated-grooming-awareness-education-in-schools</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Hailey’s Army Facebook page</strong>: https://www.facebook.com/share/18kvMduHm1/?mibextid=wwXIfr</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Hailey’s Dad’s Facebook page</strong>: https://www.facebook.com/share/1CGYh5w4HF/?mibextid=wwXIfr</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Hailey’s Army website</strong>: https://www.haileysarmyforchildren.org</p>
May 24, 2026
Introducing Humanizing Headlines Podcast
<p>Before the headlines, hashtags, documentaries and debates, there was a person. This is the official trailer for Humanizing Headlines, a victim-centered true crime podcast dedicated to ethical storytelling, factual reporting, and the lives behind the cases the world can’t stop talking about. Every episode explores not just what happened, but who it happened to, because every viral headline was someone’s real life. </p><p><br></p><p>Follow us on Facebook and TikTok at Humanizing Headlines for photos and additional details of the future cases as well as discussion posts, polls, and videos regarding current true crime cases and news stories. </p><p><br></p><p>To suggest a case, comment or email: humanizingheadlines@gmail.com</p>
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