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Up and Vanished

Tenderfoot TV
True Crime
Florence Okpealuk
Tenderfoot TV
Joseph Balderas
Nome
Nome, Alaska
Justin Alexander
Joseph
Missing Persons
Tara Grinstead
Alaska
Alaska State Troopers
Jake
Kristal Reisinger
Up and Vanished
Aubrey Sacco
Florence Okpialik
Jon Gertin
Nepal
Murder Investigation

Host Payne Lindsey heads to the edge of the arctic circle to investigate two mysterious disappearances from Nome, Alaska. Up and Vanished investigates mysterious cold case disappearances with each new season of the hit true crime franchise. Season 1: The case of missing South Georgia teacher, Tara Grinstead, led to two arrests. Season 2: The disappearance of Kristal Reisinger, a young mother who d... more

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From the creator of Up and Vanished, Payne Lindsey returns with a new season of High Strange. To get you ready, we're dropping the full first episode of Season 2 right here in the Up and Vanished feed. Scientists, pilots, military witnesses, and peop... more

In this special crossover episode, Payne Lindsey joins Carter Roy on Murder: True Crime Stories to examine one of the most controversial cases of the 1990s. For the full episode, follow Murder: True Crime Stories wherever you listen to podcasts.

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There has been meaningful movement behind the scenes in Up and Vanished. Because of the serious and legal nature of what is unfolding, we are being deliberate with the next update. More is coming soon.

In the meantime, I want to introduce Season 2 of... more

For the entire season, a few voices have been conspicuously absent; never speaking with Up and Vanished.

In this final episode, we present a recording that changes everything. For the first time, we hear directly from them. What they say adds a cr... more

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Recent Guests

David Grush
Former intelligence officer, whistleblower on UAPs
UAP Task Force / Defense Department background
Episode: Friendly Universe | High Strange Season 2
Laurah Norton
Expert on the case and podcast host
One Strange Thing
Episode: Up and Vanished Weekly | VANISHED: Richard Cox
Vince Velazquez
Retired Atlanta homicide detective and host of the YouTube true crime show Murder Mind
Episode: Up and Vanished Weekly | MURDERED: Katie Janness
Ed Hedges
Comedian who experienced a traumatic night that inspired his stand-up performances combining comedy and true crime
Wisecrack Podcast
Episode: Introducing Wisecrack
Paul Sacco
Father of missing traveler Aubrey Sacco
Episode: Aubrey Sacco Case | Chapter 1: Somewhere In the Clouds
Connie Sacco
Mother of missing traveler Aubrey Sacco
Episode: Aubrey Sacco Case | Chapter 1: Somewhere In the Clouds
John Gertin
Individual linked to Florence Okpealuk's case, previously accused of lying about events surrounding her disappearance.
Episode: 20 | The Midnight Sun: Emergency Broadcast
Elijah Gana
Ex-boyfriend of Kristal, father of their daughter
Episode: The Kristal Reisinger Case - Episode 1 (Revisited)
Meredith Stedman
Producer at Tenderfoot who has worked closely with Payne and the team on the Up and Vanished series.
Tenderfoot TV
Episode: VANISHED: Jodi Huisentruit

Hosts

Payne Lindsey
Host who guides the narrative and interviewing, with deep involvement in investigation-led storytelling and production oversight.
Maggie Freeling
Co-host and podcasting partner, often contributing investigative perspective and case-specific discussion.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 74.7k ratings
  • Case suggestion

    This is one of my favorite podcasts, I think it’s incredibly well researched and extremely respectful to victims and their families. There is a cold case from 2021 in San Antonio that barely got any national coverage. A 3 year old girl disappeared from her apartment playground without a trace. I feel the family is having trouble getting attention because of their nationality. Lina Sardar Khil. There have never been any leads or suspects. She disappeared around a bunch of other kids in the middle... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MccoyinSA
    United States7 days ago
  • Left Wanting

    The first two seasons the team knocked it out of the park. Real attention to detail. The third season started off okay, got a bit shaky, then fell off a CB lift. The forth season was going tea good, multiple storylines and a lot to trudge through; Howe, it again quickly trailed off leaving us listeners wanting some form of closure or perspective of closure.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Dan Aragon
    United States11 days ago
  • Season 3

    Listening to S3 again. These are really intriguing podcasts, really good. I hope, Payne, you are just working on S4 & that’s why we haven’t heard from you. But re S3, that Tee sounds like a sociopath. The way she laughs at inappropriate things in the interview, scary. And V-dog, same. Monsters walk among us.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ksubsn
    United States16 days ago
  • Lost

    I’m lost on where we’re at. With all he bonus’ and tenderfoot exclusives I have no idea what’s going on

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Salty Minnow
    United States19 days ago
  • Where is the Ending?

    I’ve been listening to this show for years. I don’t ever expect them to break a case open and find all of the answers but we were left hanging with nothing for season 4. It feels disrespectful to the two victims being covered. The last episode Payne says ”I’ll share my thoughts on the next episode” there is no next episode. He doesn’t close out the case at all or bring us any ending or closure. He gave us a phone call and then ghosted us and the victims. Disappointed and disrespectful.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Beach93167572
    United States22 days ago

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Fans value cross-show collaborations and the commitment to unresolved case follow-ups.
Some listeners call for tighter production and clearer conclusions after long investigations.
Many praise the storytelling craft and credibility during investigations, with strong support for ethical reporting.
Listeners appreciate in-depth investigations and family context, though some object to pacing and delays.
Critiques often focus on season pacing, length of recaps, and perceived shifts in project focus.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#90
United States/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#127
Canada/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#130
United Kingdom/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#150
France/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#238
Australia/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#71
Norway/True Crime

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Friendly Universe | High Strange Season 2
Q: What is the central question this season is trying to answer about the universe?
The season shifts away from simply asking whether we are alone to exploring how human perception, institutional secrecy, and the way we handle data shape what we believe about UAPs and the reality of unknown phenomena.
25 | Final Boarding Call
Q: What do you think happened to Joseph?
I think Joseph was killed that night based on information I've received.
Up and Vanished Weekly | MURDERED: Katie Janness
Q: When did you first hear about Katie's murder?
I was actually retired when this case happened and was shocked to hear such a gruesome case.
Up and Vanished Weekly | VANISHED: Richard Cox
Q: What do you think caused Richard's behavior change leading up to his disappearance?
Factors include dissatisfaction with military life, pressure from family expectations, and potential repressed feelings regarding his sexuality.
Up and Vanished Weekly | VANISHED: Richard Cox
Q: What stands out to you about Richard Cox's disappearance?
It was clear to look at foul play being the least likely scenario and that he is still to this day the only West Point cadet to disappear and stay missing.

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

A gripping true-crime series that follows meticulous investigations into disappearances, often tying in family perspectives and local community dynamics. Across seasons, the show blends narrative storytelling with cold-case updates, investigative rigor, and moments of personal testimony from families and investigators. It often expands from a single case into broader questions about media, ethics, and the impact of long-running investigations on communities, while occasionally promoting spin-off topics and related projects. This mix of long-form documentary storytelling and real-time case progression makes it especially engaging for listeners who crave thoroughness, transparency, and human context behind missing-person cases.

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1. David Grush
2. Laurah Norton
3. Vince Velazquez
4. Ed Hedges
5. Paul Sacco
6. Connie Sacco
7. John Gertin
8. Elijah Gana

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