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Artwork for Missing
True Crime
Private Investigations For the Missing
New England
Nancy Guthrie
Domestic Violence
Missing Persons
Bennington Triangle
FBI
Holly Piirainen
Oakland County Child Murders
Massachusetts
Homicide
Serial Killer
Emmanuel Haro
Jodi Huisentruit
Elizabeth Short
New England Serial Killer
Maura Murray
Mental Health
Black Dahlia

Missing is a true crime podcast that tells stories of missing people, homicides, and injustices. Starting in 2015 with the disappearance of Maura Murray, Missing has covered the vanishings of Brianna Maitland, Brandon Lawson, Phoenix Coldon, Trenny Gibson, Daniel Robinson, Nancy Guthrie, Emanuela Orlandi, Erica Franolich, Cieha Taylor, Jason Jolkowski, Springfield 3, Tabitha Queen, Raymond Green, ... more

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Latest Episodes

In this new episode, Crawlspace Media's Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna speak with Shelley Hamilton and Alicia Doyle about the murders of Shelley's sister and nephew, Rhonda and Donnie Wicht from Simi Valley, California on November 11th, 1978.

Twe... more

In this new episode, Crawlspace Media's Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna speak with author Dianne C. Braley about the unsolved murder of Susan "Su" Taraskiewicz from East Boston, Massachusetts on September 13th, 1992.

Twenty-four-year-old Susan "Su... more

In this new episode, ⁠Crawlspace Media⁠'s Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna speak with author James Renner about his new book on the mysterious disappearance of Amy Lynn Bradley from a cruise ship in the Caribbean on March 24th, 1998.

Amy Lynn Bradl... more

In this new episode, Crawlspace Media's Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna speak with Billie-Sue Hutchins about the disappearance of her cousin, Billie-Sue Hutchins from Woburn, Massachusetts on October 27th, 1989.

Fourteen-year-old Melanie Melanson ... more

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Recent Guests

James Renner
Author of A Cruise to Nowhere, investigative writer
Author, Investigator
Episode: 707 // Amy Bradley w/ James Renner
Billie-Sue Hutchins
Melanie Melanson's first cousin who occupies Melanie's story
Family of Melanie Melanson
Episode: 706 // Melanie Melanson w/ Cousin Billie-Sue Hutchins
Jake Anderson
Author of The Vanishing at Smokestack Hollow
Author
Episode: 704 // The Jamison Family Revisited w/ Author Jake Anderson - Part 1 of 2
Ashan Singh
ABC News correspondent specializing in long-form storytelling with foray into true crime
ABC News
Episode: 703 // The McStay Family w/ Ashan Singh
Kate Crane
Author of Whatever Happened To Eddy Crane; daughter of Eddy Crane
katecrane.com
Episode: 702 // Eddy Crane w/ Daughter Kate Crane
Bootsie Martinez
Forensic linguist and expert in authorship analysis
Independent/Forensic Linguistics expert
Episode: 699 // Nancy Guthrie - Analyzing the Ransom Notes Through Forensic Linguistics
Sierra Gillespie
Journalist following the Lindsay Clancy trial for Law & Crime
Law & Crime Network
Episode: 697 // Lindsay Clancy Trial w/ Sierra Gillespie of Law & Crime
Lou Barry
Private Investigator, affiliated with Private Investigations For the Missing
Private Investigations For the Missing
Episode: 696 // Brianna Maitland Witness Account Replay
Greg Overacker
Private Investigator, affiliated with Private Investigations For the Missing
Private Investigations For the Missing
Episode: 696 // Brianna Maitland Witness Account Replay

Hosts

Tim Pilleri
Host of Missing/Crawlspace Media show
Lance Reenstierna
Co-host of Missing; discusses case details and theories

Reviews

3.8 out of 5 stars from 4.1k ratings
  • Pretty good

    Love this show but wish the hosts sounded more involved. Sounds like they just read someone else’s great work.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Forensic Accountant
    United States3 months ago
  • Liberals being liberals

    Really tried to like this podcast but the host’s and especially their holier than than thou guest make my blood boil. Typical arrogant leftist stroking each other off.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    this show used to be good
    United States4 months ago
  • Unlistenable

    I’d like to know the fine details of the Trenny Gibson disappearance. Unfortunately, I never will because the interviewee, Laura Riste, has such an unbelievably boring voice that it renders everything she says unlistenable. She’s like that bore who corners you at a party and three hours later you’re still desperately trying to get away.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Radionoush
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Drop all the music plz

    The music interludes are time consuming and annoying !

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    TheOnlyCloClo
    United States5 months ago
  • Laura Riste

    I like all who are interviewed, but my fave is Laura Riste. Always well prepared, well presented, fully knowledgeable and has interesting investigations she brings to the table!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LilyViolet$
    United States6 months ago

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Critiques often target pacing, guest delivery, or perceived shifts in tone or focus across episodes.
Listeners appreciate the in-depth research, credible guest lineups, and advocacy focus, though some critique audio delivery or guest enthusiasm.
The show is valued for thoughtful case context and empathy toward families, with strong praise for expert guests and investigative rigor.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#193
Italy/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#176
Finland/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#189
Russia/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#233
Sweden/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#235
China/True Crime

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

699 // Nancy Guthrie - Analyzing the Ransom Notes Through Forensic Linguistics
Q: Do you think the ransom letters were written by the actual abductors or someone trying to cash in on the case?
Martinez indicated it's likely they were not the actual abductors but someone connected to the case who sought to exploit it for money; the notes showed signs of opportunism and manipulation rather than a single, coherent plan by the kidnapper group.
699 // Nancy Guthrie - Analyzing the Ransom Notes Through Forensic Linguistics
Q: What stood out to you when you first read the ransom notes?
The writing suggested an educated writer with standard American English, not AI-generated, and the tonal shift between the two notes pointed to a possible change in writer or a deliberate shift in intent rather than a straightforward hoax.
698 // Liz Waddell w/ Dr. David Perlmutter
Q: What was it about this case that jumped out to you to bring this to us?
The case is still unfolding with very fresh information, a clear and well-documented timeline, and a family actively managing communications to shape the narrative early on, which makes it a useful test case for how media and investigators interact in new disappearances.
697 // Lindsay Clancy Trial w/ Sierra Gillespie of Law & Crime
Q: Can you give us a quick background on what you were working on right now?
The hosts set up the discussion around Lindsay Clancy's case, with Sierra detailing the Massachusetts venue, the community impact, and the ongoing trial structure as opening statements and initial testimony unfold.
697 // Lindsay Clancy Trial w/ Sierra Gillespie of Law & Crime
Q: Do you mind giving a little background on yourself for our listeners?
Sierra Gillespie describes her path from local reporting in Wisconsin to joining Law & Crime, hosting Scandal and Crimes of Passion, and her experience covering high-profile cases like Lindsay Clancy's trial.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Missing

What is Missing about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Missing covers a wide array of missing-persons cases, cold cases, and related injustices through in-depth interviews, expert commentary, and investigative storytelling. Episodes frequently blend case recaps with fresh angles from researchers, private investigators, and family members, while also exploring media dynamics, forensics, and the investigative process. The show is notable for its long-running collaboration with a nonprofit organization and for consistently featuring guests who bring firsthand investigative context, legal perspectives, or forensic expertise. Expect thorough case detail, collaborative problem-solving angles, and a strong emphasis on advocacy and public tips, alongside sponsorship-driven monetization in some episodes... more

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1. Where are they?
2. Last Seen Alive
3. And Then They Were Gone
4. Crawlspace - True Crime & Mysteries
5. The Vanished Podcast

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What guests have appeared on Missing?

Recent guests on Missing include:

1. James Renner
2. Billie-Sue Hutchins
3. Jake Anderson
4. Ashan Singh
5. Kate Crane
6. Bootsie Martinez
7. Sierra Gillespie
8. Lou Barry

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