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Unfound

Ed Dentzel
Missing Persons
True Crime
Mental Health
Addiction
Disappearance
Family Dynamics
Domestic Violence
Joey Lynn Offutt
Mental Health Issues
Missing Persons Cases
Unfound Podcast
Deanna Michelle Merryfield
Human Trafficking
Law Enforcement
Tiffany Daniels
Substance Abuse
Pauline Cantu Diaz
Keith Mann
Tyler Johnson
Drugs

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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Dawn Michelle Holt was a 20 year old from Waldorf, MD. She was a mother and an informant for the Maryland State Police. On April 25, 1996, Dawn was in an Econolodge and on the phone with her... more

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Donna Michalenko was a 38 year old mother of three living in Butte, North Dakota. On November 2, 1968, after a night out, a male friend dropped Donna off at her house. She was never seen again. 48 years late... more

Tanner Lane Sharp was a 24 year old from Galt, CA. He was a gamer and a cyclist. On April 25, 2010, Tanner told his family he was getting a new phone number and would be in touch with them soon. He was never seen again.

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Jeff Joseph was a 45 year old businessman from Louisiana. He loved wearing fedoras and never said no to a friend who asked for help. On June 21st, 2014, he was in Northern California for an appointment before heading to land he leased in the area. Je... more

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Recent Guests

Eric Grabowsky
Professor and citizen journalist
Dickinson State University
Episode: Episode 570: Donna Michalenko Revisited -- Still Unsolved
Summer Sharp
Tanner Sharp's sister
Episode: Episode 569: Tanner Lee Sharp: Going Galt
Vicki Joseph
Sister of Jeff Joseph, longtime advocate for finding him
Family of Jeff Joseph
Episode: Episode 568: Jeff Joseph Revisited
Joanne Franks
Mother of Eric Franks, interviewed about the case
Episode: Episode 541: Eric Franks Revisited
Lacey Bayya
Manuel Bayya's sister
Family of Manuel Bayya
Episode: Episode 540: Manuel Bayya: Holding The Phone
Bobby Joe
Mother of Brianna Vibert
Episode: Episode 538: Brianna Jayde Vibert: Surrounded By Strangers
Sharman Roberson
Keith Roberson's mother, discussing the circumstances of his disappearance.
Episode: Episode 536: Steven Keith Roberson: Crash Course, Pt. 1
Tad Dibiase
Former prosecutor and expert on no body murder cases
Episode: Episode 531: An Interview with Tad Dibiase--No Body Does It Better
Tanya Johnson
Aunt of Tyler Johnson
Episode: Episode 530: Tyler Johnson: Missing Then Missing, Pt. 2

Host

Ed Dentzel
Host of Unfound

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 1.7k ratings
  • Uncomfortable listen

    He’s full of himself, his phone vibrates thru the entire show, he’s condescending to the interviewees, he’s curt and rude. No interview skills. Aimless and all over the place. However he does care about the victims and clearly knows how to perform the research. The delivery is lacking.

    Apple Podcasts
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    karilove1980
    United States3 months ago
  • Interesting info, arrogant host

    The information is great, if the host could try to just be less arrogant that would be great. The narcissism just oozes from every conversation. Be nicer to victims families dude. They come on your show voluntarily and don’t need to be interrogated by you. It’s okay to ask follow ups but learn how to do so with more tact.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Berto3003
    United States3 months ago
  • Sound can be better pls

    The sound quality is not good in the last few episodes! Could hardly hear anything esp interviews by phone

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    posseh
    United States8 months ago
  • His cases are interesting and important. His manner, though, is cringey, often painful to listen to. I wish I could say otherwise. I'd listen more often.

    Podcast Addict
    3
    Twiggy
    10 months ago
  • Don’t understand some of the subjects

    I am a big fan of the podcast, but sometimes I have a hard time hearing some of the stories. I’m listening to the Layla Santanello episode. The family, especially her mother, is a nightmare. Numerous “boyfriends”, addiction, etc. What a mess. I had to turn it off.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Peachy girl z
    United Statesa year ago

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Many appreciate the focus on social justice and advocacy for missing persons.
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Technical aspects, such as audio quality, have been mentioned as areas needing improvement.
Some listeners find the host's interview style polarizing, which can detract from engagement.

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Episode 570: Donna Michalenko Revisited -- Still Unsolved
Q: Has Donna been declared dead?
There has been no official declaration of death; she is listed as endangered missing in North Dakota, with ongoing questions about her remains and the possibility that she may never be found.
Episode 570: Donna Michalenko Revisited -- Still Unsolved
Q: Eric, tell the listeners a little bit about yourself, and then tell them how you got interested in this particular case, the disappearance of Donna Michalenko.
Eric explains his professional background as an instructor and researcher, his shift toward crime and justice issues, his interest in cold cases, and how his meeting with Donna's family sparked his involvement in the Michalenko case.
Episode 567: Haidar Mustafa Abushaqra: A Collaboration
Q: What were Haidar's plans for the night he disappeared?
Dana describes a routine that included working a 9-5 at the Toyota dealership, collecting rent from tenants at the old dealership, then plans to go to the movies with his wife, suggesting he still had a life and commitments after the day's business dealings.
Episode 568: Jeff Joseph Revisited
Q: What were the key events surrounding Jeff's disappearance?
Jeff was last known to be en route to his Northern California property for a scheduled meeting; phone records place him near the suspect's residence the morning of the meeting, and his car and equipment have not been recovered.
Episode 540: Manuel Bayya: Holding The Phone
Q: Can you describe the moment you learned Manuel's phone had ended up with someone in Oklahoma and what you did next?
Lacey details the Messenger call with Earl Hillbilly after Christmas 2022, recording it as evidence; she explains Earl claimed to have acquired the phone via SIM swaps or from Cricket, and discusses the lack of follow-through in obtaining the phone despite offers to pay, highlighting ongoing frustration with investigators and the elusive trail of Manuel's communication device.

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Focusing on the often-overlooked stories of missing persons, this podcast provides an in-depth examination of individual cases through the voices of those most affected, including family members and friends. Each episode aims to raise awareness about these disappearances while exploring the intricate circumstances surrounding each case, emphasizing personal experiences and emotional challenges faced by loved ones. Unique elements of the podcast include host involvement in real-world investigations and community advocacy, alongside narrative insights that shed light on systemic failures in law enforcement and societal responses to missing persons. The combination of storytelling and activism makes this show particularly relevant for those in... more

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1. Eric Grabowsky
2. Summer Sharp
3. Vicki Joseph
4. Joanne Franks
5. Lacey Bayya
6. Bobby Joe
7. Sharman Roberson
8. Tad Dibiase

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