{"podcast":{"title":"The Missing Persons Report","slug":"driven-nation-7533666","podcast_index_feed_id":7533666,"rss_url":"https://www.spreaker.com/show/6763610/episodes/feed","website_url":"https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-missing-persons-report--6763610","image_url":"https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/83547d9c2871a7e80bbf2c79c20bae14.jpg","author":"AC Wilson","episode_count":136,"summary":"The Missing Persons Report is a true crime and investigative podcast dedicated to exploring the stories of people who have disappeared without a trace. Each episode examines missing persons cases through detailed timelines, witness accounts, investigative findings, and publicly available information. From recent disappearances to decades-old cold cases, we shine a light on mysteries that remain unsolved and the families still searching for answers. Join us as we uncover forgotten clues, revisit overlooked evidence, and examine the theories surrounding some of the most puzzling disappearances. Through careful research and respectful storytelling, The Missing Persons Report seeks to raise awareness, encourage discussion, and keep these cases in the public eye. Because every missing person has a story—and every story deserves to be heard. Disclaimer: The Missing Persons Report is intended for informational and educational purposes only. The podcast discusses criminal investigations, missing persons cases, and related topics using publicly available information, news reports, court records, and other sources believed to be reliable at the time of publication. The views and theories di…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-31T14:19:49.886399+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/driven-nation-7533666"},"episode":{"title":"Teen Girls Vanish, Years Pass & The Killers Are Finally Caught","slug":"teen-girls-vanish-years-pass-the-killers-are-finally-caught","published_at":"2026-06-17T14:35:56+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/driven-nation-7533666/teen-girls-vanish-years-pass-the-killers-are-finally-caught","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/driven-nation-7533666","url":"https://www.spreaker.com/episode/teen-girls-vanish-years-pass-the-killers-are-finally-caught--72563834","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72563834/how_dna_and_paperwork_caught_killers.mp3","summary":"This transcript recounts the resolution of two separate cold case homicides involving young girls, highlighting the decades of pain and ultimate justice for their families. In the first case, DNA technology and genetic genealogy eventually linked the 1986 murder of Jennifer Bastian to Robert Washburn, leading to his arrest and the creation of Jennifer and Michella’s Law. The second narrative follows the disappearance of Tara Dresser, whose case was reopened by a specialized cold case unit that uncovered inconsistencies in the original alibis of two septic workers. Through diligent re-interviews of witnesses and the recovery of incriminating jailhouse recordings, investigators proved the workmen were responsible for her death. Both accounts emphasize how advancements in forensic science and the persistence of law enforcement can provide closure long after a trail has gone cold. These stories illustrate the profound impact of dedicated investigative units on communities and the enduring resilience of grieving parents. This episode includes AI-generated content.","meta_description":"This transcript recounts the resolution of two separate cold case homicides involving young girls, highlighting the decades of pain and ultimate justice f…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":3454,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/driven-nation-7533666/episodes/teen-girls-vanish-years-pass-the-killers-are-finally-caught/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/driven-nation-7533666/teen-girls-vanish-years-pass-the-killers-are-finally-caught.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}