Up and Vanished

By Tenderfoot TV

Host Payne Lindsey heads to the edge of the arctic circle to investigate two mysterious disappearances from Nome, Alaska. Up and Vanished investigates mysterious cold case disappearances with each new season of the hit true crime franchise. Season 1: The case of missing South Georgia teacher, Tara Grinstead, led to two arrests. Season 2: The disappearance of Kristal Reisinger, a young mother who disappeared from a remote Colorado mountain town. Season 3: The North West Montana disappearance of A

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1 | Cold as Alaska

Payne learns about this mysterious case and starts his investigation. Things don't go as planned but he might just have his first lucky break.

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2 | White Rabbits

We learn that everything isn't always what it seems in this case. New figures emerge, and the people of Ocilla are finally talking.

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3 | The Alibi

We talk to Anthony Vickers and learn about some new people in this case. Then, someone's alibi gets a thorough examination. 

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4 | Snapdragon Road

The biggest lead yet takes us underneath a home in Ocilla. We learn more about this mysterious fire on Snapdragon Road.

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5 | The Black Truck

In this episode we explore an old lead from 2006 about a black truck seen in Tara's yard and on the surrounding street on the night that she disappeared.

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6 | Suicide

There's more than one suspicious person in this case, and it's time to explore them all. Plus a twist that could be a big break or another white rabbit. 

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Case Evidence 10.31.16

Take a deeper look at the evidence as experts discuss new developments in the case. 

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7 | Phineas Gage

We explore the man who committed suicide and the circumstances leading to his death. Plus the mysterious suicide note. 

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Case Evidence 11.28.16

In this episode of Case Evidence, Payne answers calls from our listeners. 

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8 | In The Box

We look a little deeper into the suicide theory and continue to search for new names in the box. 

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9 | The Glove

A new person in Tara’s life is discovered and he tells us his story. After further investigation, we find some interesting information about that latex glove. 

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10 | George Harrison

We dive deeper into the latex glove and a new witness of the black truck emerges. Plus, who is George Harrison? 

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Case Evidence 01.09.17

Take a deeper look at the evidence as experts discuss new developments in the case. Today we have a special guest, the hosts of another investigative podcast called Accused. Amber and Amanda weigh in on Payne's investigation. 

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11 | "There's Our Guy"

Payne tells the whole story behind this mysterious "George Harrison" and we piece together clues bringing us closer to his true identity.

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Case Evidence 01.23.17

Take a deeper look at the evidence as experts discuss new developments in the case. 

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12 | "I Love You Too"

We find out who George Harrison really is and we talk to several new people with some very important information in this case. 

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Case Evidence 02.06.17

Take a deeper look at the evidence as experts discuss new developments in the case. We go through old news transcripts to learn more about the weekend of October 22nd 2005. Maurice takes calls from the voicemail line.

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(Bonus) LIVE in Atlanta

This week we hosted our first ever live episode of UAV. We invited about 50 listeners (via out Twitter page) to join us in Atlanta to discuss the case. No topic was out of bounds. Stay tuned for our next live episode. 

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13 | Who is Ryan Duke?

In the first ever press conference for Tara Grinstead, the GBI makes a very big announcement. Who is Ryan Duke? 

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Q&A with Payne Lindsey 03.02.17

Payne Lindsey answers your questions from our Voicemail line. Have a question? Call us at 770-545-6411. 

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Case Evidence 03.06.17

Take a deeper look at the evidence as experts discuss new developments in the case. 

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14 | The Pecan Grove

A new name surfaces as a second arrest is made. A Pecan Orchard becomes the focal point of the investigation. 

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Case Evidence 03.20.17

Take a deeper look at the evidence as experts discuss new developments in the case. 

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15 | Older, Wiser Fool

Payne takes a look inside Tara's house and visits Irwin County High School. Could a new break in the case be old news? 

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Case Evidence 04.03.17

Take a deeper look at the evidence as experts discuss new developments in the case. 

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16 | Conspiracy

Payne talks true crime podcasts with Crimetown creator/host Mark Smerling. On a trip to Ocilla, he also visits Marcus Harper's mother. 

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Case Evidence 04.17.17

Take a deeper look at the evidence as experts discuss new developments in the case. 

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17 | The Deal

Payne discusses Ryan Duke's state of mind as an indictment comes down, plus a potential deal is struck. 

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Case Evidence 05.01.17

Take a deeper look at the evidence as experts discuss new developments in the case. 

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18 | Not Guilty

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Q&A with Philip Holloway 05.11.17

Philip Holloway answers your questions from our Voicemail line. Have a question? Call us at 770-545-6411. 

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Case Evidence 05.15.17

Take a deeper look at the evidence as experts discuss new developments in the case.

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(Bonus) Aftermath in Ocilla

In this Bonus Episode we learn more about the aftermath in the small town of Ocilla, GA. 

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20 | Queensland

The investigation continues as Payne Lindsey uncovers new details and circles back to old evidence. 

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Case Evidence 06.12.17

For the first time, Payne Lindsey, Dr. Godwin and Philip Holloway sit down together to discuss the Tara Grinstead Case. 

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21 | Statute of Limitations

Payne Lindsey explores new evidence of the 2005 orchard search and Philip Holloway weighs in on the statute of limitations.

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Q&A with Philip Holloway 06.23.17

Philip Holloway answers your questions from our Voicemail line. Have a question? Call us at 770-545-6411.

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Case Evidence 06.26.17

Take a deeper look at the evidence as experts discuss new developments in the case. 

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Case Evidence 07.10.17

In this episode we hear a conversation that involves Bo Dukes.

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23 | Who is Bo Dukes?

Exploring the details of Bo Dukes' mysterious conversation with a stranger. 

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Case Evidence 07.24.17

Take a deeper look at the evidence as experts discuss new developments in the case. 

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24 | Black Out - Part 1

Part 1 of 2: After 2 years investigating and bringing weekly updates on the disappearance of Tara Grinstead, Up and Vanished Season 1 is coming to a close. Payne Lindsey takes it back to the beginning, bringing the case full circle, and uncovers a ne

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25 | Black Out - Part 2

Part 2 of 2: After 2 years investigating and bringing weekly updates on the disappearance of Tara Grinstead, Up and Vanished Season 1 is coming to a close. Payne Lindsey takes it back to the beginning, bringing the case full circle, and uncovers a ne

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Season Finale Live In Atlanta + Q&A

On July 30th at Terminal West in Atlanta we gathered with a few hundred Up and Vanished supporters to listen to the Season finale live, followed by a Q&A. Check it out! 

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Live: UAV Tour

If you haven't had a chance to make it out to the Up and Vanished Live Tour, this episode gives you a peak inside of the live show.

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(Bonus) 12 Years Later

We take a look back at the disappearance of Tara Grinstead, 12 years later. Plus, new indictments and updates on the case.

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Q&A - UAV Live : 11.20.17

On this Q&A episode, we take the best questions from the audience at our UAV Live Tour stops around the country.

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3 | Speculation

With rumors, there’s always some amount of truth... 

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4 | Drum Circle

You can buy a lot of meth with twenty grand.

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Q&A 9.16.18

Payne and the UAV team answer your questions.

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Insight: Crestone

Crestonians speak about the place they call home.

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5 | Catfish

Mama said, don’t go near that river.

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Q&A 10.15.18

Payne and the UAV team answer your questions.

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8 | The Phone

Incoming call from...

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Q&A: 11.19.18

Payne and the UAV team answer listener questions.

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Q&A: 12.03.18

Payne and team have a round table discussion to answer listener questions.

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The Trial Series: Back to Ocilla

It’s been a while since Payne and his team visited Ocilla, Georgia and Tara Grinstead's case. Between Ryan’s hearings, the upcoming trial, and developments that no one saw coming, it's time to delve back in to the Season 1 case.

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The Trial Series: Confession

This week we dig into Ryan’s confession to the GBI - the drug use, the discussion board leak, and the bond hearing bombshells.

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The Trial Series: New Year's Day

The events of January 1, 2019 may have a significant effect on the Tara Grinstead case. Payne seeks perspective on Bo Dukes’ latest criminal charges.

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The Trial Series: What's next?

As of now, Ryan Duke’s trial is set for April 1, 2019. Payne and the UAV team talk to some of their most informed sources to prepare for what’s next.

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The Trial Series: Ryan Duke’s Defense + Q&A

For our last weekly episode until Ryan's trial, we sat down for a bonus interview with Ashleigh Merchant, plus asked Dr. Maurice Godwin and Philip Holloway to answer some of your questions.

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The Trial of Bo Dukes

Philip Holloway leads us through the Bo Dukes trial in Wilcox County on March 18, 2019.

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Trial Update: Ryan Duke + Q&A

Philip Holloway leads us through the legal reasoning behind Ryan Duke's latest trial postponement.

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7 Disappearances. 5 Cases. Up and Vanished comes to Oxygen!

The Up and Vanished team comes together to preview the upcoming TV series on Oxygen. This season, the team will cover 7 disappearances across 5 mysterious cases, diving into a new case each week. Don't miss the special 2-hour premiere this Saturday,

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Jodi Huisentruit

The UAV team discusses Jodi Huisentruit's case, the first case covered in the UAV TV Series on Oxygen. Catch up on the Oxygen app now. http://bit.ly/OXYGENappstore

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Korrina Malinoski & Annette Sagers

The UAV team discusses the disappearance of Korrina Malinoski and her daughter, Annette Sagers. This case is the second case covered in the UAV TV Series on Oxygen. Catch up on the Oxygen app now. http://bit.ly/OXYGENappstore

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Kristal Reisinger

The UAV team revisits the disappearance of Kristal Reisinger. This case is the third case covered in the UAV TV Series on Oxygen. Catch up on the Oxygen app now. http://bit.ly/OXYGENappstore

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Molly Miller & Colt Haynes

The UAV team goes to Love County, Oklahoma for the disappearance of Molly Miller and Colt Haynes. This case is the fourth case covered in the UAV TV Series on Oxygen. Catch up on the Oxygen app now. http://bit.ly/OXYGENappstore 

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Jennifer Kesse

The UAV team travels to Orlando, Florida for the Jennifer Kesse case. This case is covered in the finale episode of the UAV TV Series on Oxygen.

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3 | Sam's Cabin

A new person of interest emerges

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4 | V-Dog

Payne sits down with Sam McDonald

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5 | Blackfeet Nation

In today's episode we dive deeper into life on the reservation

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6 | Tashina

New players emerge

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7 | Divide

Tee and Sam point fingers.

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8 | Arson

I've been recording you

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9 | Tee Speaks

Payne sits down with Tee for an interview

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10 | Q&A

Payne sits down to answer your questions

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11 | Alibi

Payne continues his conversation with Tee and receives a tip from a local

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The Final Chapter Begins

It's been a few years since UAV covered Tara Grinstead's case, but Payne and the team are back for Ryan Duke's trial. This moment has been highly anticipated since the case broke in 2017, and after years of delays, we may finally get the answers to s

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Trial Discussion - Live from CrimeCon

The team discusses the trial recorded live at CrimeCon 2022 with Julie Grant from CourtTV. For ad-free listening and for Payne’s exclusive Friday recap episode, subscribe to Tenderfoot+ on Apple Podcasts or visit www.tenderfootplus.com for more detai

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The Trial of Ryan Duke: Part 1

The Up and Vanished team is back on the ground in Ocilla for the highly anticipated trial of Ryan Duke. Jury selection begins and the trial kicks off. For ad-free listening and for Payne’s exclusive Friday recap episode, subscribe to Tenderfoot+ on A

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The Trial of Ryan Duke: Part 2

The Up and Vanished Team is on the ground in Ocilla reporting on the opening day of Ryan Duke’s trial for the murder of Tara Grinstead.For ad-free listening and for Payne’s exclusive Friday recap episode, subscribe to Tenderfoot+ on Apple Podcasts or

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The Trial of Ryan Duke: Part 3

The Up and Vanished Team is on the ground in Ocilla reporting on the State’s case against Ryan Duke for the murder of Tara Grinstead. The long awaited audio of Ryan’s confession to GBI Special Agent Jason Shoudell is played in court. For ad-free list

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The Trial of Ryan Duke: Part 4

The Up and Vanished team is back on the ground in Ocilla for the highly anticipated trial of Ryan Duke. For ad-free listening and for Payne’s exclusive Friday recap episode, subscribe to Tenderfoot+ on Apple Podcasts or visit www.tenderfootplus.com f

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The Trial of Ryan Duke: Part 5

The Up and Vanished team is back on the ground in Ocilla for the highly anticipated trial of Ryan Duke. The jury has reached a verdict and the judge sentences Ryan Duke.For ad-free listening and for Payne’s exclusive Friday recap episode, subscribe t

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The Trial of Ryan Duke: Q&A with Phil Holloway

The Up and Vanished team is back on the ground in Ocilla for the highly anticipated trial of Ryan Duke. Phil Holloway sits down for a Q&A, answering your questions about the case and trial.For ad-free listening and for Payne’s exclusive Friday recap

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The Vanishing Point: Episode 1, Hoopa Valley

From the Up and Vanished team comes The Vanishing Point.Episode 1: Hoopa Valley is located in the Pacific Northwest. It is a beautiful place with a rich history and culture but this land holds a dark secret, the high rate of missing and murdered Indi

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The Vanishing Point: Episode 2, End of the Road

From the Up and Vanished team comes The Vanishing Point.Episode 2: The last confirmed sighting of 35 year old Emmilee Risling’s was on a cold Autumn day in October 2021. She was standing on Pecwan bridge but several reports place her at “the end of t

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The Vanishing Point: Episode 3, The Wild West

From the Up and Vanished team comes The Vanishing Point.Episode 3: The TFTV team looks into more cases of missing Indigenous people in Humboldt County and hears recurring themes… substance abuse, mental health and lawlessness. Is Humboldt County “The

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The Vanishing Point: Episode 4, Off the Highway

From the Up and Vanished team comes The Vanishing Point.Episode 4: The rural roads and highways leading in and out of the reservation provide the perfect backdrop for someone to vanish. We explore the cases of 52 year old Virgil Bussell Jr. and 22 ye

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The Vanishing Point: Episode 5, Covelo

From the Up and Vanished team comes The Vanishing Point.Episode 5: Located approximately 200 miles south of Hoopa is Covelo, California; home of the Round Valley Tribe. This quaint town with a population of less than 1500 has a violent crime rate hig

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The Vanishing Point: Episode 6, Agency Road

From the Up and Vanished team comes The Vanishing Point.Episode 6: A death bed confession leads investigators to Agency Road, a rural road that twists and turns into the woods. Will this tip lead to answers and, if not, what can we do to support the

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1 | No Place Like Nome

Often Nome, Alaska is claimed to be settled by gold miners, but Alaska Natives have been in the sub-arctic area for thousands of years. It is also unfortunately the site of a disproportionately high number of missing Indigenous and Native Alaskan wom

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2 | Man On West Beach

Florence Okpealuk is not the first Alaska Native to go missing from Nome. Seventeen years prior, Sonya Ivanoff was reported missing by her roommates and was found murdered. The crime has forever left a mark on the relationship between the community a

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3 | Oregon Jon

Talking with locals in Nome, Payne begins to make some progress in finding out who one of the last people to have seen Florence alive is. New accounts of interactions with the miner living on West Beach have led to the uncovering of a man with a nick

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4 | Fact or Rumor?

A tip received from a local Nomite sends Payne down the rabbit hole to uncover the sender of texts which claim to know exactly what happened to Florence Okpealuk in a tent on West Beach.Follow the show on Instagram: @upandvanishedSubscribe to Tenderf

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5 | Finding Jon

Payne and his producers beginning planning the best way to get closer to Oregon Jon, with internet sleuthing they eventually discover a trail to go down uncovering hints at how to get close enough to talk to him.Follow the show on Instagram: @upandva

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6 | Two Truths and a Lie

After messaging him from a fake Facebook account, Payne sets up to meet with the person he wants to talk with the most; Oregon Jon. Deciding to bring along a few of his producers, Payne sets up as many recording devices around the bar as he can in or

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7 | Let's Talk About This

Payne sits down with the producers of up and vanished for a round-table discusion about the lead up, planning, and eventual encounter with Oregon Jon in small bar in Ketchikan from episode 6.Follow the show on Instagram: @upandvanishedSubscribe to Te

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8 | Back To Nome

In this episode Payne continues contact with Oregon Jon, visits Alaska Department of Public Safety in Anchorage, heads back to Nome to speak with the Alaska State Troopers and begins looking further into the case of Joseph Balderas.Follow the show on

44:48

Inside Up and Vanished: In The Midnight Sun

”Inside Up and Vanished: In The Midnight Sun” takes listeners behind the scenes of this season of the podcast. Host Payne Lindsey sits down with Tenderfoot's Laura Benson to discuss the investigation into the disappearance of Alaska Native Florence O

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Status: Untraced - E1: The Razor's Edge

"Status: Untraced" embarks on a riveting exploration of a global mystery. Host Liam Luxon investigates the case of Justin Alexander—not your average traveler, but a nomad, an adventurer, an expert survivalist whose disappearance defies explanation. F

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Status: Untraced - E2: Walked Into Heaven

Continue to explore the mysterious disappearance of a survivalist and world traveler in "Status: Untraced". From the team that brought you Up and Vanished, this is Episode 2- 'Walked Into Heaven'.Binge the full season ad-free, plus get access exclusi

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Status: Untraced - E3: The Legend You Live

Continue to explore the mysterious disappearance of a survivalist and world traveler in "Status: Untraced". From the team that brought you Up and Vanished, this is Episode 3 - 'The Legend You Live'.Binge the full season ad-free, plus get access exclu

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Status: Untraced - E4: Under One More Rock

The story of the mysterious disappearance of a survivalist and world traveler in "Status: Untraced" continues. From the team that brought you Up and Vanished, this is Episode 4 - 'Under One More Rock'.Binge the full season ad-free, plus get access ex

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Status: Untraced - E5: Real Human

Justin Alexander's story continues in "Status: Untraced". From the team that brought you Up and Vanished, this is Episode 5 - 'Real Human'.Binge the full season ad-free, plus get access exclusive content by subscribing to Tenderfoot Plus. Learn more

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Status: Untraced - E6: He Looks Guilty

Follow the story of Justin Alexander's mysterious disappearance in "Status: Untraced". From the team that brought you Up and Vanished, this is Episode 6 - 'He Looks Guilty'.Binge the full season ad-free, plus get access exclusive content by subscribi

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Status: Untraced - E7: Together to Tunda Bhuj

Continue to explore the mysterious disappearance of a survivalist and world traveler in "Status: Untraced". From the team that brought you Up and Vanished, this is Episode 7 - 'Together to Tunda Bhuj'.Binge the full season ad-free, plus get access ex

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Status: Untraced - E8: Don't Lose Your Hope

Keep following the mysterious story of Justin Alexander's disappearance in "Status: Untraced". From the team that brought you Up and Vanished, this is Episode 8 - 'Don't Lose Your Hope'.Binge the full season ad-free, plus get access exclusive content

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Status: Untraced - E9: Father Is One

Keep exploring the mysterious disappearance of Justin Alexander in "Status: Untraced". From the team that brought you Up and Vanished, this is Episode 9 - 'Father Is One'.Binge the full season ad-free, plus get access exclusive content by subscribing

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Status: Untraced - E10: The Hero Project

Listen to the final episode of Justin Alexander's story in "Status: Untraced". From the team that brought you Up and Vanished, this is Episode 10 - 'The Hero Project'.Binge the full season ad-free, plus get access exclusive content by subscribing to

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9 | Where The Kings Might Be

The second chapter of Up and Vanished: In The Midnight Sun returns, in this continuation of the series Lindsey returns his focus back to the last frontier. Florence Okpealuk and Joseph Balderas both went missing from the small coastal town of Nome, A

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10 | Mile 44

Payne dives further into the interview tapes Andy Klamser gave to him and finds out as much as he can about Joseph's co-workers, their relationships, his phone messages, and further dives into how one of the last people to have seen Joseph had to wip

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11 | Who Do You Think They Were?

Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/upandvanishedBack in Atlanta after one of many trips to Nome, Payne gathers tape from two previous private investigators, the alaska state troopers, as well as calls made to the Finding Joseph hotline in order to

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12 | The Roommate

Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/upandvanishedTick tock, the clock is always watching.Follow the show on Instagram: @upandvanished Subscribe to Tenderfoot+ for ad-free listening, exclusive bonuses and early access. {apple.co/upandvanished}

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Case Evidence 09.03.24

Join our Discord: https://lnk.to/upandvanishedIn this exclusive bonus Payne’s producers releases the raw interview of Christine, originally recorded by the Balderas family’s private investigator Andy Klamser.

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13 | To Risk, We Must

The person who risks nothing, does nothing, has nothing, and is nothing.Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/upandvanished

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14 | The Alibi

Truth exists, only lies are invented.Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/upandvanished

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15 | Jake's Interview

He speaks...Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/upandvanished

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Q&A 9.26.24

Payne and the UAV team answer your questions

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16 | The Woman in Florida

What really happened that Saturday night?Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/upandvanished

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17 | Bad Blood

The squeaky wheel gets the grease.upandvanished.com/ticketsTell us what you think - fill out our listener survey here: tenderfoot.tv/surveyJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/upandvanished

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Up and Vanished | Episode 1 | Re-Narrated

Every Up and Vanished case reopens today… leading up to all-new episodes of In the Midnight Sun.How did we get here? What did we miss? And what still doesn’t add up?Before we step into the Midnight Sun, we have to go back to where it all began.

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The Tara Grinstead Case - Episode 1 (Revisited)

Every Up and Vanished case reopens today… leading up to all-new episodes of In the Midnight Sun.How did we get here? What did we miss? And what still doesn’t add up?Before we step into the Midnight Sun, we have to go back to where it all began.

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Payne Tells All: The Tara Grinstead Case

Payne Lindsey revisits the case that started it all—the disappearance of Tara Grinstead. He reflects on the early days of Up and Vanished, how the podcast reignited a cold case, and the shocking arrests that followed. Payne also re-examines key momen

38:06

The Kristal Reisinger Case - Episode 1 (Revisited)

Years after Kristal Reisinger’s disappearance, the mystery has only deepened. In this special re-narrated recap, Payne Lindsey takes a fresh look at the key events, the strange characters, and the haunting questions that still linger. With new insigh

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Kristal Reisinger: Part 1 - Payne Faces Catfish

For years, the search for Kristal Reisinger has been tangled in contradictions, whispers, and dead ends. But now, something is shifting. In this episode, Payne Lindsey confronts one of the most infamous figures in the case—Catfish John. As tensions r

33:48

Kristal Reisinger: Part 2 - The Men Who Knew Too Much

As Payne continues his deep dive into Kristal Reisinger’s disappearance, two names keep surfacing—Dready Bryan and Catfish John. This episode unravels the disturbing connections between them, exposing a tangled web of deception, fear, and silence tha

32:23

Kristal Reisinger: Part 3 - Dead Men Still Talk

Two of the most notorious figures in Kristal Reisinger’s disappearance—Dready Brian and Catfish John—are dead. But their deaths don’t close the case; they open new doors. Payne Lindsey unearths chilling messages from beyond the grave, revealing confe

33:42

Kristal Reisinger: Part 4 - Fried Rice

Years after Kristal Reisinger vanished from Crestone, Colorado, new leads reignite the case. A prison inmate steps forward with claims of knowing the truth, and for the first time, Payne Lindsey teams up with the Colorado Bureau of Investigation. Wit

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Ashley Loring Heavyrunner - Episode 1 (Revisited)

Years after Ashley Loring Heavyrunner vanished from the Blackfeet Reservation, answers remain painfully elusive. Payne revisits Browning, Montana, retracing Ashley's final days, confronting unsettling rumors, and exposing a community's painful truth.

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Ashley Loring Heavyrunner: Payne Tells All

After Ashley’s story aired, the tip line lit up. Some calls were static. Others felt too real to ignore—a video sent to her sister, a sighting near Two Medicine, a bunkhouse with a vanished ranch hand. In this update, Payne follows the leads that stu

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18 | Florence Okpealuk and Joseph Balderas: Still Missing

Two names. Two disappearances. In this episode, Payne returns to Nome to retrace the final steps of Florence Okpealuk and Joseph Balderas; two cases separated by years, but connected by silence. What happened under the midnight sun?

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19 | Truck Forensics

Joseph’s truck might be the last physical link to his disappearance. Nearly 10 years later, it’s finally being examined—for blood, for hair, for the truth. What we found could change everything.

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20 | The Midnight Sun: Emergency Broadcast

We were supposed to release the final episode today. Joseph’s case. Florence’s case. It was all ready—until everything changed.
In the last 24 hours, Oregon Jon—Florence’s last known contact—called us. After over a year of silence, he talked. For two

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22 | The Truth According To Jon

Oregon Jon in his own words, raw and unfiltered.

This Sunday, May 18th at 8PM Eastern, we’re going live on Instagram @upandvanished for Jon’s real-time polygraph test with a professional examiner. Tune in on IG @upandvanished. No edits. No escape. J

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23 | Oregon Jon’s Polygraph Test

Polygraph tests aren’t proof — but they can reveal pressure points. In this episode, Oregon Jon agrees to take one. We walk through every question, every reaction, and what the results might mean. It’s not science. It’s not evidence. But it is... som

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24 | What the Body Reveals

In this episode we go over Jessica's polygraph test results and analysis.

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Aubrey Sacco Case | Chapter 1: Somewhere In the Clouds

From Up and Vanished comes Status: Untraced — a 3-episode mini-series.
A trek that should have ended in days. Fifteen years later -- still no return. Her story begins here.
Catch episode 2 and more by following the Status: Untraced feed.

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Aubrey Sacco Case | Chapter 2: Blank Space

From Up and Vanished comes Status: Untraced — a 3-episode mini-series.

Lies, rumors, and arrests—when the truth keeps shifting, all that remains are spaces waiting to be filled.

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Up and Vanished Weekly | UNRESOLVED: Elisa Lam

It's January, 2013, when 21-year-old college student Elisa Lam disappears after checking into LA's infamous Cecil Hotel. Elisa's family and police launch a search, but it isn't until weeks later that a hotel worker finds the body of Elisa Lam inside

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Up and Vanished Weekly | MURDERED: Katie Janness

It's July, 2021, when 40-year-old midtown Atlanta resident, Katie Janness, and her dog are found dead in Piedmont Park, an epicenter for social activity and one of the largest green spaces in the city. Faulty security cameras in the park, plus a lack

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Up and Vanished Weekly | VANISHED: Richard Cox

When 21 year old Richard Cox - a cadet at West Point Military Academy - missed evening curfew on Saturday, January 14th, 1950, his roommates quickly became concerned. As authorities began investigating, their interest soon narrowed on an old friend w

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Up and Vanished Weekly | VANISHED: Denise Griffin

When New York State Troopers embarked on a high speed chase on Monday June 28, 1993, they did not foresee the scene they would soon stumble upon. Inside the vehicle they discovered the decomposing body of a woman. After interrogation the driver confe

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25 | Final Boarding Call

After months of investigating the disappearance of Joseph Balderas in Nome, Alaska, Payne Lindsey presents a comprehensive examination of everything that doesn't add up.
In this penultimate episode, we systematically lay out the contradictions, every

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26 | This is the Captain Speaking

For the entire season, a few voices have been conspicuously absent; never speaking with Up and Vanished.

In this final episode, we present a recording that changes everything. For the first time, we hear directly from them. What they say adds a cruc

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Friendly Universe | High Strange Season 2

From the creator of Up and Vanished, Payne Lindsey returns with a new season of High Strange. To get you ready, we're dropping the full first episode of Season 2 right here in the Up and Vanished feed. Scientists, pilots, military witnesses, and peop