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What Happened To…

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Marion Barter
Missing Persons
Rick Blum
Mental Health
Australia
Japan
Zac Barnes
Anna Jenkins
New South Wales
DNA Testing
Ambiguous Loss
Joanne Ratcliffe
Katie O'shea
New South Wales Police
Nicola Sallese
Forensic Human Identification
Grief and Loss
Aaron Clear
Queensland
Community Support

What Happened To… is a podcast dedicated to sharing the stories of missing people across Australia, with a focus on lesser-known cases that deserve more attention. Each episode explores a new story, helping families keep their loved one’s name in the public conversation and raising awareness in the hope that someone, somewhere, may know something.

This series exists to support families, amplify ... more

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes49Foundeda year ago
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Latest Episodes

More than four decades after DeS disappeared without a trace, his family finally receives the news they have been waiting for: his case is being prepared for the coroner.

As police revisit the evidence, new questions emerge. Could unidentified huma... more

Forty years after Des vanished, new information is still emerging. Peter Connolly has now made an official statement to police about seeing Des after he disappeared — and one detail about what Des was wearing raises fresh questions about whether unid... more

We have had many emails with theories about what happened to my Uncle Des. Some of them have been wild and would never make the podcast, some we followed up but went nowhere and then others we believe needed further exploring… this theory is one of t... more

I didn’t ever think I would open up my laptop again and start writing another episode about Des, who disappeared 40 years ago. After we released episode 5 I was not hopeful anyone would come forward with new information. That was until Tuesday night ... more

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Recent Guests

Peter Connolly
Person providing new information about the sighting
Main Roads (former employee)
Episode: New Information and the Rabbit Hole
Detective Sergeant Jude Severight
Missing Persons investigator discussed in the episode
Missing Persons WA
Episode: The Witness Who Waited 35 Years
Darren Wilmer
Husband of Belle Wilmer; family member actively seeking answers
Family of Jorn Jensen
Episode: A medium told me my Dad was murdered.
John Edwards
Psychic medium; provided private reading related to Jorn Jensen case
Independent psychic medium
Episode: A medium told me my Dad was murdered.
Belle Jensen
Daughter of John Jensen, family member providing statements and perspectives
Family of the missing person
Episode: Was my Dad taken by someone?
Darren Jensen
Partner of Belle, family member involved in investigating the case
Family of the missing person
Episode: Was my Dad taken by someone?
Joe Burr
Investigator in charge of the case in WA
Western Australia Police
Episode: Was my Dad taken by someone?
Belle Wilmer
John Jensen's daughter, involved in the investigation and public discussion of the case
family of John Jensen
Episode: There Was Blood Everywhere
Dr Jay
Pain management specialist/physician consulted for context on Neurontin (gabapentin)
medical professional
Episode: There Was Blood Everywhere

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 349 ratings
  • Brilliant

    Great work and great podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    christaMDT
    Australiaa month ago
  • Ads so loud they blow your head off

    I can’t listen to a show that hasn’t figured out how to trim the gain on volume of ads. Full stop.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Catte Adams
    United States3 months ago
  • Love this podcast

    Quality podcast!! Love it

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    posh247odo
    United States3 months ago
  • Marion Barter

    Hiya Sally! I’m so so sorry for your loss, I can’t imagine what it was like for you and your family. I may be just a kid but your mother’s story is interesting and SHE DOES MATTER, don’t let anyone tell you otherwise! This has been my go to podcast when studying, reading, walking, running or just sitting in my room staring into nothingness!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    I like monkeys! 🐒🙉🙊🙈🐵🍌
    New Zealand3 months ago
  • What?!

    I’m listening to season one, episode one. What it is about?

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Listener2505
    United Kingdom4 months ago

Listeners Say

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

Fans appreciate the ongoing advocacy and public-awareness angle that sustains case attention.
Listeners praise the host's empathetic storytelling and thorough research, with attention to family perspectives.
Some critics note audio quality or narrative focus can feel uneven across episodes.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#76
Australia/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#248
Indonesia/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#31
Indonesia/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#73
New Zealand/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#184
Ireland/True Crime

Talking Points

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Ep 3 - Meet Bear - The Unlikely Hero
Q: What did you learn from Mark Marshall's statement and the Mulligan Inquiry materials?
Bear explains that the confession contains graphic, rambling accounts that require careful parsing, with numerous references to crimes against children and details about the abduction that guided subsequent inquiries and searches.
Ep 3 - Meet Bear - The Unlikely Hero
Q: What happened to Joanne and Kirsty?
The host asks for details about the disappearances and the ongoing pursuit of clues, with Susie and Bear offering background on the investigation, the confession letters, and the ongoing search for leads and accountability.
Anna Matters ... 914 days missing - Part 2
Q: What three questions would you want answered about your mum's post-mortem?
Why end it 2023? What will it take for us to change legislation? Who can I speak to that can actually make a change?
Mindy: The Super Sleuth Linked to Dear Rachelle
Q: How is Toby doing now after his experience?
Mindy shared that Toby is facing a long road of recovery, but he has recognized the importance of not isolating himself again and coming home when he feels overwhelmed.
Mindy: The Super Sleuth Linked to Dear Rachelle
Q: What was it like doing the podcast in what felt like real time, as it was gaining huge media attention?
Mindy expressed that it was a challenging experience filled with mixed emotions due to the intense media focus and personal stakes involved.

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Frequently Asked Questions About What Happened To…

What is What Happened To… about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on unsolved and lesser-known missing-person cases across Australia, weaving family testimonies with investigative context and public appeals for new information. Episodes blend personal family perspectives, law-enforcement updates, and advocacy efforts to keep cases in the public conversation, often highlighting the emotional toll on relatives and the ongoing pursuit of truth. A notable strength is its sustained focus on advocacy and public awareness, using intimate storytelling to humanize complex investigations and encourage tips from listeners. This approach can resonate with audiences interested in true crime with a strong empathetic angle and a penchant for long-form, case-following narratives that persist beyond initi... more

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Recent guests on What Happened To… include:

1. Peter Connolly
2. Detective Sergeant Jude Severight
3. Darren Wilmer
4. John Edwards
5. Belle Jensen
6. Darren Jensen
7. Joe Burr
8. Belle Wilmer

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