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The Missing Matter

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Marion Barter
Rick Blum
Japan
Missing Persons
New South Wales Police
Hotel Nikko Narita
Gary Jubelin
Rye
Coroner
Immigration Records
Tokyo
Police Investigations
Joni Condos
Death Certificate
Meiji Jinju Temple
Crime Analyst
Barclays Bank
The Lady Vanishes
Australia
Queensland

For more than 25 years, Sally Leydon has been waiting for answers about her missing mum, Marion Barter.

In Season 2, Sal steps beyond her own story to speak with other families enduring the same unthinkable reality—the ambiguous loss of a loved one who has vanished without explanation.

These are raw, intimate conversations about hope that refuses to die, grief that never finds closure, and the s... more

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In this episode of The Missing Matter, Sally uncovers the quiet, haunting disappearance of 18-year-old Andrew Inglis, who vanished from a Yamba caravan park in 1985 without a trace. What began as a normal summer holiday ended in one of Australia’s mo... more

In this powerful and deeply informative episode of The Missing Matter, Sally sits down with forensic human identification specialist Dr. Jodie Ward, known by many as the matchmaker for the missing.

Jodie led the AFP’s National DNA Program for Unide... more

In this deeply personal episode of The Missing Matter, Sally sits down with Kim Marshall to share the story of her sister, Bronwyn Winfield, who has been missing for more than 11,848 days. Bronwyn was reported missing by her estranged husband 11 days... more

More than 50 years after Joanne Ratcliffe and Kirste Gordon vanished from Adelaide Oval, journalist Bryan Littlely is still chasing their story not for headlines, but for a promise he made.

After decades in newsrooms, Bryan left behind the daily gr... more

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Recent Guests

Bryan Littlely
Journalist with over 30 years of experience focused on stories of injustice and missing persons.
Episode: The Promise with Bryan Littlely
Lily O'Shea
Daughter of Kathleen O'Shea
Episode: Katie Matters... 7227 days missing
Susie Studley
Daughter of William Francis Steffen who disappeared in 1985.
Episode: Billy Matters... 14,721 days missing
Amelia Whitehead
Daughter of Lorrin Whitehead, who shares her journey of coping with her mother's disappearance.
Episode: Lorrin Matters ...4625 days missing
Laura Richards
Advocate and expert in missing persons cases
Episode: Laura Richards - Marion Matters (Bonus)
Dr. Sarah Wayland
A social worker and researcher specializing in the lived experience of distress and trauma related to missing persons.
Episode: Dr. Sarah Wayland – Voices for the Missing
Jason Sallese
Son of Nicola Sallese, actively searching for his missing father since 2008.
Episode: Nicola Matters - Missing 6,112 days

Host

Sally Leydon
Host and producer with a personal connection to the topic of missing persons, navigating her own journey while providing a platform for others to share their stories.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 297 ratings
  • New pod

    It’s a positive out of a very sad situation that Sally has grown to be doing what she can for others now. Speaking well and she is so kind. Still the breathy and puffing voice.. I thought was only from her stress in “TLV” podcast. It comes across on the microphone as does her cute way of saying New Souff Wales. Some little feedback moving forward.

    Thank you Sally for being so brave. xx

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MNfreespirit
    Australia2 months ago
  • Tenacity

    Did Ric Blum leave the first review? Hubris? Self importance? What podcast was the person listening to? Sally lost her mother, was lied to and dismissed by the authorities, lost her brother, lost the support of her mother’s family. She’s still being let down by the authorities. I don’t understand the adversarial attitude of the authorities in New South Wales police (if the police don’t like podcasts, then they should do a little more investigating). This is just a generalization I know but it se... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    2chihuahua’s
    United States2 months ago
  • So important

    I listen to you and wish you were in the US. My uncle went missing in the mid 70’s and my mother died never knowing what happened. I have no idea how to research this in the insane country in which I live.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Guns control
    United States2 months ago
  • Good but missed opportunity.

    My heart goes out to Sally and the family of missing people. It does matter. Having just listed to Des Matters it was too much about Sally. Appreciate Sally is still healing, however I’d encourage her to practice interviewing, and focus sharing her skills and insight for the benefit of the person/family being discussed. I appreciate Sally is still healing and while the conversation was interesting and natural, making it all about Sally is a missed opportunity for what could be a great podcast.... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Boss54678
    Australia2 months ago
  • Good luck

    First of all my heart goes out to you Sally and we hope you get to find your mum. A bit more structure to the story would have been great. I got lost and the story sort of went flat. Try not talking over one another as well, it got annoying.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Marniyarra
    Australia2 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the personal narratives and emotional depth of the stories shared.
The program offers an important platform for a sensitive topic that affects many families.
Many praise the host's empathetic interviewing style and commitment to advocacy.
Feedback highlights a desire for improved audio quality and more structured storytelling in some episodes.
There are concerns about production values, but overall, listeners feel the content is crucial and compelling.

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

Apple Podcasts
#220
United Kingdom/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#244
Australia/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#51
Australia/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#232
New Zealand/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#50
New Zealand/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#76
Finland/True Crime

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The DNA Matchmaker for the Missing : Dr Jodie Ward
Q: Can we start with you telling the listeners a bit about your background, about who you are in the missing space and how did you find yourself landing here?
I'm a Forensic Human Identification Specialist and my area of expertise is in forensic genetics, which involves us applying DNA technology to try and identify unidentified human remains.
Patrick Matters... 500 days missing
Q: What would an ideal process look like both legally and practically to help other families in the future?
There needs to be immediate access to digital data, and legal reform to facilitate this process.
Patrick Matters... 500 days missing
Q: How did these aspects shape his creative expression?
His neurodivergence provided him with a unique perspective on the world, influencing his art and connection to nature.
Patrick Matters... 500 days missing
Q: What aspects of Patrick's personality do you want listeners to understand about him?
He was a gentle and kind artist, deeply connected to nature and expressing himself through his artwork.
Patrick Matters... 500 days missing
Q: So can we talk now about the day he went missing?
Nicole recounts that Patrick was last seen by his support worker before going missing and the confusion surrounding the timeline.

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The episodes center around the emotional journeys of families affected by the disappearance of their loved ones, focusing primarily on the stories of those who have gone missing and the ongoing search for answers. Topics such as psychological impact, community support, and the role of law enforcement are explored, all while featuring intimate and poignant narratives from family members grappling with loss. A unique aspect of this program is its emphasis on the ambiguous nature of loss and the courage required to navigate life when a loved one is missing, encouraging open dialogue about hope and perseverance among affected families.

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Recent guests on The Missing Matter include:

1. Bryan Littlely
2. Lily O'Shea
3. Susie Studley
4. Amelia Whitehead
5. Laura Richards
6. Dr. Sarah Wayland
7. Jason Sallese

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