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Unfound

Ed Dentzel
Established in September 2016, Unfound is a missing persons program concentrated on interviewing family, friends, and reporters who are closest to the cases. The focus is on turning up new leads to move investigations forward. Behind the scenes, Ed Dentzel, the host, also works for families as a researcher and confidant. .
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Episodes

Episode 314: Brenda Sue Davidson: Life Went On

Brenda Sue Davidson was a 13 year old from Woodbridge, VA. She was the oldest of 5 and tall for her age. On March 4, 1974, Brenda left for school. Accounts are wide-ranging as to what happened after this but Brenda did not return home. She was never seen again. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/helpusfindBrendaSueDavidson Charley Project: https://charleyproject.org/case/brenda-sue-davidson NAMUS: https://www.namus.gov/MissingPersons/Case#/26739?nav Website: http://theunfoundpodcast.com/2022/08/...

Aug 12, 20221 hr 55 minSeason 6Ep. 314

Episode 10: Unfound Live for August 8, 2022

Ed talks about Olivia Newton-John, Anne Heche's crash, an old disappearance from Las Vegas, and a bunch of other stuff including . . . how he almost cut his left hand in half. --Unfound plays on Spotify, iTunes, Stitcher, Instagram, Twitter, Podbean, Deezer, Google Play and many other podcast platforms. --on Wednesday nights at 9pm ET, please join us on the Unfound Podcast Channel for the Unfound Live Show. All of you can talk with me and I can answer your questions. --Contribute to Unfound at P...

Aug 09, 20222 hr 9 minSeason 1Ep. 10

Episode 313: The Pickering 6: Red Flags

Jay Boyle, Michael Cummins, Danny Higgins, Jamie Lefebvre, Robbie Rumboldt, and Chad Smith were 6 teenagers from Pickering, Ontario, Canada. In the early morning hours of March 18, 1995, the group was at a party. They then were headed to a marina to goof around. Video caught 3 of them there minutes later. All of them were never seen again. Website: https://www.lostboysofpickering.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lostboys95/ Map Analysis: https://youtu.be/JCbxxI_KMNM Article: https://www.t...

Aug 05, 20222 hr 41 minSeason 6Ep. 313

Episode 9: Unfound Live for August 1, 2022

Ed celebrates this special day by showing things he has received, updates everyone the Tyler North murder, discusses the disappearance of Daniel Robinson . . . and a whole bunch of other stuff . . . including the tv series he is re-watching from beginning to end. --Unfound plays on Spotify, iTunes, Stitcher, Instagram, Twitter, Podbean, Deezer, Google Play and many other podcast platforms. --on Wednesday nights at 9pm ET, please join us on the Unfound Podcast Channel for the Unfound Live Show. A...

Aug 02, 20222 hr 12 minSeason 1Ep. 9

Episode 312: Belinda Brewster: Divorce And Disappearance

Belinda Brewster was a 26 year old from San Francisco, CA. She had 3 children and many siblings. Some time in January 1991, Belinda left her sister's house, saying she was going to the store and she'd be right back. Belinda never returned. She was never seen again. Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/Help-Find-Missing-Belinda-Brewster-101511395428666/?ref=page_internal Charley Project: https://charleyproject.org/case/belinda-r-brewster NAMUS: https://www.namus.gov/MissingPersons/Case#/32397?nav If ...

Jul 29, 20221 hr 17 minSeason 6Ep. 312

Episode 8: Unfound Live for July 25, 2022

Ed discusses: --a Brink's heist. --how he feels sorry for corporate employees --the Kristin Smart trial --the death of Christina Powell . . .and whole bunch of other stuff including how he prepares to go on a trip. --Unfound plays on Spotify, iTunes, Stitcher, Instagram, Twitter, Podbean, Google Play and many other podcast platforms. --on Wednesday nights at 9pm ET, please join us on the Unfound Podcast Channel for the Unfound Live Show. All of you can talk with me and I can answer your question...

Jul 26, 20222 hr 8 minSeason 1Ep. 8

Episode 311: Chase Allen Lackey: Perception vs. Reality

Chase Allen Lackey was a 25 year old from Houston, TX. He had 4 siblings and was an excellent baseball player. On June 30, 2017, a Friday, some of Chase's family showed up to watch him play in a softball game. After that evening, repeated calls and texts to Chase went unanswered. He and his dog were never seen again. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063593978982 Charley Project: https://charleyproject.org/case/chase-allen-lackey NAMUS: https://www.namus.gov/MissingPersons/Cas...

Jul 22, 20222 hr 10 minSeason 6Ep. 311

Episode 7: Unfound Live for July 18, 2022

Ed will discuss the latest in the Murdaugh case, fill in everyone on his trip from FL to IL to OH to PA, he will discuss some of Unfound's disappearances getting renewed attention, and he will detail a great encounter with a fan of Unfound. All that and more!!!! --Unfound plays on Spotify, iTunes, Stitcher, Instagram, Twitter, Podbean, Deezer, Google Play and many other podcast platforms. --on Wednesday nights at 9pm ET, please join us on the Unfound Podcast Channel for the Unfound Live Show. Al...

Jul 19, 20222 hr 7 minSeason 1Ep. 7

Episode 310: Mekayla Bali: Theory And Practice

Mekayla Margaret Bali was a 16 year old from Yorkton, Saskatchewan, Canada. She was a shy girl who played the violin. On April 12, 2016, Mekayla was dropped off at school but didn't attend any classes. Over the next several hours videos around town showed Mekayla going to various locations by herself--these sightings ended at about 1:30pm. She was never seen again. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whathappenedtoMekaylaBali YouTube Map analysis: https://youtu.be/L11ssVIAd9Y Article: https://reg...

Jul 15, 20221 hr 19 minSeason 6Ep. 310

Episode 6: Unfound Live for July 11, 2022

Ed talks about self defense, a guy who died in a grinder, how disappearances vary from country to country, and . . . what exactly is he doing in Illinois. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 12, 20222 hr 6 minSeason 1Ep. 6

Episode 309: The Disappearance of Craig Frear Re-visited

Craig Allen Frear disappeared from the Cambridge Manor apartment complex in Scotia, NY on June 27, 2004. Despite many searches for Craig over the years and this podcast's coverage in 2017, Craig is still missing. Today, we re-visit his case with new opening commentary, a new summary, and a new summation after the original interview. Charley Project: https://charleyproject.org/case/craig-allen-frear NAMUS: https://www.namus.gov/MissingPersons/Case#/5235 Map analysis: https://youtu.be/iO_We7rFZuA ...

Jul 08, 20221 hr 39 minSeason 6Ep. 309

Episode 5: Unfound Live for July 4, 2022

On this episode: --a 7-11 investigation story. --a new 2-prong test for disappearances. --the guy who disappeared after being given $180,000 mistakenly. --the disappearance of Crystal Rogers. . . . and much much more. --Unfound plays on Spotify, iTunes, Stitcher, Instagram, Twitter, Podbean, Deezer, Google Play and many other podcast platforms. --on Wednesday nights at 9pm ET, please join us on the Unfound Podcast Channel for the Unfound Live Show. All of you can talk with me and I can answer yo...

Jul 05, 20222 hr 8 minSeason 1Ep. 5

Episode 308: Holly Alcott White: Going Away

Holly Alcott White was a 49 year old from Taos, NM. She worked in the arts community of that city but was moving to Albuquerque. On the morning of May 6, 2016, Holly didn't show up for a going away party held in her honor. Holly's car was later found at a well-known suicide spot outside town. She was never seen again. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/findhollywhite Charley Project: https://charleyproject.org/case/holly-alcott-white NAMUS: https://www.namus.gov/MissingPersons/Case#/33598?nav Ma...

Jul 01, 20221 hr 57 minSeason 6Ep. 308

Episode 4: Unfound Live for June 27, 2022

Ed discusses the Natasha Richardson Effect, the murder of Jared Bridegan, the Amarillo Zoo thing, and a bunch of other excellent true crime topics. --Unfound plays on Spotify, iTunes, Stitcher, Instagram, Twitter, Podbean, Deezer, Google Play and many other podcast platforms. --on Wednesday nights at 9pm ET, please join us on the Unfound Podcast Channel for the Unfound Live Show. All of you can talk with me and I can answer your questions. --Contribute to Unfound at Patreon.com/unfoundpodcast. Y...

Jun 28, 20222 hr 8 minSeason 1Ep. 4

Episode 307: Jacqueline Lucille Cooper: The Con Man, Pt. 2

Jacqueline Lucille Cooper was a 27 year old from Modesto, CA. She was the mother of 3 and worked at a cannery. On November 12, 1976, Jackie left home--everyone believed she was headed to her job. It's unclear whether she arrived or not. Yet, Jackie never returned to her house. She was never seen again. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/538275656566610 Charley Project: https://charleyproject.org/case/jacqueline-lucille-cooper NAMUS: https://www.namus.gov/MissingPersons/Case#/25518?nav Web...

Jun 24, 20221 hr 38 minSeason 6Ep. 307

Episode 3: Unfound Live for June 20, 2022

What's on Ed's list? --A Newsweek article about women and true crime podcasting. --A disappearance gets a person banned from a National Park. --Why friends and family move on. --American soccer's only disappearance. . . . and a whole lot more. --Unfound plays on Spotify, iTunes, Stitcher, Instagram, Twitter, Podbean, Deezer, Google Play and many other podcast platforms. --on Wednesday nights at 9pm ET, please join us on the Unfound Podcast Channel for the Unfound Live Show. All of you can talk w...

Jun 21, 20222 hr 10 minSeason 1Ep. 3

Episode 306: Justin Glen Gaines: Look Who's Talking

Justin Glen Gaines was an 18 year old from Snellville, GA. He was a college student and came from a blended family. In the early morning of Nov. 2, 2007, Justin was at a club in Duluth. After unsuccessfully trying to find a ride home, Justin was seen on video walking into the parking lot. He was never seen again. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/Looking4JustinGaines Charley Project: https://charleyproject.org/case/justin-glen-gaines NAMUS: https://www.namus.gov/MissingPersons/Case#/5696...

Jun 17, 20222 hr 12 minSeason 6Ep. 306

Episode 2: Unfound Live for June 13, 2022

Ed talks about Top Gun, the disappearance of Sylvia Frens, the tv show Cops, and many other topics. --Unfound plays on Spotify, iTunes, Stitcher, Instagram, Twitter, Podbean, Deezer, Google Play and many other podcast platforms. --on Monday nights at 9pm ET, please join us on the Unfound Podcast Channel for the Unfound Live Show. All of you can talk with me and I can answer your questions. --Contribute to Unfound at Patreon.com/unfoundpodcast. You can also contribute at Paypal: paypal.me/unfound...

Jun 14, 20222 hr 4 minSeason 1Ep. 2

Episode 305: Bradley Chace Stracener: The Danger Zone

Bradley Chace Stracener was a 30 year old from Leesville, LA. He had 3 siblings and was very mechanically inclined. On the afternoon of Oct. 30, 2019, Bradley left his mother's to return his girlfriend's car to her. Bradley never arrived. The car was found only half mile down the road. He was never seen again. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brad.where.r.u Charley Project: https://charleyproject.org/case/bradley-chace-stracener NAMUS: https://www.namus.gov/MissingPersons/Case#/64064 Articles:...

Jun 10, 20221 hr 53 minSeason 6Ep. 305

Episode 1; Unfound Live for June 6, 2022

On this first ever Monday Live Show, and the first to become a podcast, Ed discusses national true crime news concerning John Walsh and his daughter, the disappearance of murderer Kaitlin Armstrong, and the concept of "parents never willingly leave.". Ed also discusses Unfound news concerning Rebecca Gary, Tom Brown, and the role of homelessness in disappearances. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 07, 20222 hr 6 minSeason 1Ep. 1

Episode 304: Mary Louise Watkins: The Con Man, Pt. 1

Mary Louise Watkins was a 54 year old divorcee from Modesto, CA. She had 5 children and worked in the medical field. On May 17, 1979, Mary packed up everything she owned and said she was running off to get married. She was never seen again. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/538275656566610 Charley Project: https://charleyproject.org/case/mary-louise-watkins NAMUS: https://www.namus.gov/MissingPersons/Case#/17856?nav The Unfound Website Page: http://theunfoundpodcast.com/2022/05/30/mary-l...

Jun 03, 20221 hr 19 minSeason 6Ep. 304

Episode 303: Daniel James Villarreal: Witnesses For the Investigation

Daniel James Villarreal was a 24 year old from Surprize, AZ. He survived after being born 9 weeks early and had excellent mechanical skills. On August 24, 2020, Daniel was with his girlfriend, Jessica, when he hit two cars while driving in Glendale. Daniel fled the scene but Jessica stayed. The problem? A witness claimed the driver wasn't Daniel. He was never seen again. Website: https://danieldisappeared.godaddysites.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Missing.DanielVillarreal Charley Projec...

May 27, 20222 hr 51 minSeason 6Ep. 303

An Unfound Special Announcement

Unfound will be adding its long-running YouTube Live Show to this podcast feed starting June 7, 2022. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 24, 20223 min

Episode 302: Ryan John Marcus Shtuka: Had They Only Known

Ryan John Marcus Shtuka was a 20 year old from Alberta, Canada. He had a close group of friends and two younger sisters. In the early morning hours of Feb. 17, 2018, in Sun Peaks, British Columbia, Ryan left a party to walk the short distance home. Ryan never arrived. He was never seen again. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Missing.RyanShtuka https://www.facebook.com/groups/2052336918380120 The documentary: https://youtu.be/zee_yQLOHA0 If you have any information regarding the disappearance o...

May 20, 20222 hr 30 minSeason 6Ep. 302

Episode 301: Rhonda Ilean Smith: A Tale Of Two Stories

Rhonda Ilean Smith was a 21 year old from Newnan, GA. She was tall-about six feet in height and had been in the US Army. On Feb. 27, 1984, Rhonda left her home early to go shopping. Rhonda's vehicle was later found at an Atlanta mall. She was never seen again. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1749662602009412 Charley Project: https://charleyproject.org/case/rhonda-ilean-smith NAMUS: https://www.namus.gov/MissingPersons/Case#/42235?nav Disappearance mentioned during the interview: https:...

May 13, 20222 hr 6 minSeason 6Ep. 301

Episode 300: Douglas Paul Crawford: Along Came Some Strangers

Douglas Paul Crawford was a 66 year old from Orange, TX. He was a father and cancer survivor. On March 18, 2021, in Vinton, Louisiana, Douglas allegedly allowed two people he didn't know to borrow his vehicle. When they returned, Douglas was gone. He was never seen again. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/929423927811245 Website: http://theunfoundpodcast.com/2022/05/03/the-disappearance-of-douglas-crawford/ Charley Project: https://charleyproject.org/case/douglas-paul-crawford NAMUS: htt...

May 06, 20221 hr 51 minSeason 6Ep. 300

Episode 299: Update Episode, Volume 11

Every 4 months--April, August, and December--Ed updates the listeners on Unfound's disappearances which have had breaking news. You can find Unfound episodes on: Spotify, iTunes, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Stitcher, Podbean, and many other platforms, especially outside the United States. Unfound has social media accounts on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Speaking of YouTube, join me on Wednesdays at 9pm ET on the Unfound Podcast Channel for the Live Show, the only one of its kind in t...

Apr 29, 20222 hr 48 minSeason 6Ep. 299

Episode 298: Steven Allan Davis: The Frisco Kid

Steven Allan Davis was a 23 year old from San Francisco, CA. He was a musician who had an older sister and 2 younger brothers. On Halloween, 1986, a Friday, Steven told people he was going to a friend's party then heading back to his hometown about 30 minutes away. Steven never arrived at either. He was never seen again. CHARLEY PROJECT: https://charleyproject.org/case/steven-allan-davis NAMUS: https://www.namus.gov/MissingPersons/Case#/30326?nav Unfound's Page for Steve Davis: http://theunfound...

Apr 22, 20221 hr 32 minSeason 6Ep. 298

Episode 297: Q & A Episode, Volume 4

Ed answers the best questions he has gotten over the past year. WHERE YOU CAN FIND UNFOUND Spotify, iTunes, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Stitcher, Podbean, and many other platforms, especially outside the United States. Unfound has social media accounts on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Speaking of YouTube, join me on Wednesdays at 9pm ET on the Unfound Podcast Channel for the Live Show, the only one of its kind in true crime. Ask questions. Chat with other viewers. And give the show a ...

Apr 15, 20223 hr 59 minSeason 6Ep. 297

Episode 296: Paul Gregory Egan: Truly Diabolical

Paul Gregory Egan was an 18 year old from Plantation, FL. He had five siblings and worked for a family friend. During the early morning of July 21, 1975, Paul allegedly drove his friend’s Jeep home from work, with it ending up in his carport. Later that day, no one could locate Paul. He was never seen again. Unfound Website: https://theunfoundpodcast.com/2022/04/05/paul-gregory-egan-truly-diabolical/ Charley Project: https://charleyproject.org/case/paul-gregory-egan NAMUS: https://www.namus.gov/...

Apr 08, 20223 hr 26 minSeason 6Ep. 296
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