Hazing Crimes: The Podcast

Mar 13 2024 10 ep. 15 mins 3

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The iamstonefoltz FOUNDATION presents "Hazing Crimes: The Podcast". It uncovers the shocking stories behind hazing incidents that escalated into criminal acts. With each episode, we delve into incidents that start as seemingly harmless initiation rituals that later turn into tragic and criminal outcomes. From universities to sport teams to Greek organizations and social clubs, the podcast sheds light on the disturbing patterns of abuse, coercion, and power dynamics that contribute to the escalation of these incidents. Hear the stories that demand justice and inspire the need for change.

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S1 E4: Attorney Rex Elliott

Mar 13 2024 30 mins

Attorney Rex Elliott from the law firm, Cooper & Elliott, joins me to talk about how the legal landscape has changed in Ohio. Now, if someone is charged with hazing, it is no longer classified as a misdemeanor—it now becomes a felony when it involves substantial injury or death. Rex goes on to explain how the Stone Foltz case was the driving force behind the state legislature

S1 E5: Losing our Big Brother

Feb 15 2024 11 mins

Even after 2 years have passed, the pain is still visible on their faces and even more so in their voices. Listen, to AJ and Jersee Foltz talk about the terror they experienced when their brother, Stone Foltz, experienced a hazing ritual and died shortly after.

S1 E1: LOSING OUR SON

Feb 15 2024 11 mins

Hear from Stone's parents, Shari and Cory Foltz on how they learned what was happening to their oldest child. Stone lost his life in March, 2021.

S1E3: Attorney Sean Alto

Feb 15 2024 36 mins

Attorney Sean Alto from the law firm, Cooper & Elliott, joins me to talk about how Stone's death impacted him and his outlook with his own family. Sean was the first contact I made at the law firm and his composure and dedication to our family was deeply needed and appreciated. He has been by our side ever since that first call on March 5, 2021. He shares insight from a leg

S1 E2: Starting the conversation with Jay Richardson

Feb 14 2024 32 mins

In this episode, I speak with Jay Richardson about how Stone's death impacted him and his family. He shares insight for parents on how to have the conversation with your young adult about the dangers of hazing and consuming large amounts of alcohol.

Losing Our Son, Stone

Feb 14 2024 11 mins

Hear from Stone's parents, Shari and Cory Foltz on how they learned what was happening to their oldest child. This is true life situation and one that we hope never happens to another family. Join us for more episodes by joining our podcast, Hazing Crimes: The Podcast.

Stone's Story

Feb 05 2024 1 mins

Listen to a brief summary of what happened to Stone Foltz on March 4, 2021 when he attended a PIKE ritual that included hazing him to death thru the consumption of a liter of 80 proof alcohol.

S1 E1: LOSING OUR SON

Jan 15 2024 11 mins

Hear from Stone's parents, Shari and Cory Foltz on how they learned what was happening to their oldest child. From the initial phone calls to the final tragic end. Shari and Cory wanted to get the word out to the nation that hazing is real. That it is STILL HAPPENING but ending more tragically than decades ago. Their courage to speak with the media only a week after saying good

Podcast Excerpt

Jan 13 2024 3 mins

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This is Season 1 of the podcast, "Hazing Crimes: The Podcast". It is a podcast based on the experiences and learnings of the Foltz Family when their oldest son, Stone, died from alcohol poisoning during a fraternity hazing initiation. Share with others who need to know the dangers of hazing, how to recognize it and most importantly, how to stand up to it. Your sharing and