219: Fishing for the Truth (True Crime Story: Smugshot)

We have a special Thanksgiving treat for you all. Jo Ann Lowitzer is the mother of Ali Lowitzer, who went missing in 2010 and is the subject of "So Close To Home" (S9 E9 of Disappeared). We had the honor of talking with her about Ali's case, what went wrong in its investigation and how a 12-year fight for her daughter's life has changed her as a person. Learn more about Ali Lowitzer and how you can get involved in the search for her at www.findali.com.  Hey, DBs!  A message from the future here! Obsessed with: Disappeared transformed into I Think Not! after we finished recapping all the episodes of Disappeared - and our social media did, too! Follow us @ithinknotpod on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok and check out our website at www.ithinknotpod.com!

23 Nov 202237min

Nineteen-year-old college sophomore Martin Roberts is a popular fraternity brother. Then, he goes missing, leaving behind a cryptic note. Two years later, Roberts' family remains desperate to know what happened to him.  JOIN OUR PATREON! At the $5 level you get 3 FULL BONUS EPISODES PER MONTH! Right now there are over 50 full ad-free bonus episode to download and binge right this second! Including our coverage of "I Almost Got Away With it", "Pink Collar Crimes", "Fear Thy Neighbor," "Who The Bleep Did I Marry," "See No Evil", "Evil Lives Here", and "Snapped". Hey, DBs!  A message from the future here! Obsessed with: Disappeared transformed into I Think Not! after we finished recapping all the episodes of Disappeared - and our social media did, too! Follow us @ithinknotpod on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok and check out our website at www.ithinknotpod.com! This week's sponsors: Babbel - Right now, get up to 55% off your subscription when you go to Babbel.com/OWD. BetterHelp - This episode of Obsessed with: Disappeared is brought to you by BetterHelp. Save 10% off your first month of therapy at BetterHelp.com/OWD. HelloFresh - Go to HelloFresh.com/obsessed65 and use code obsessed65 for 65% off plus free shipping. TodayTix - Go to TodayTix.com/owd and use promo code owd to get $10 off your first purchase. Helix Sleep - Visit HelixSleep.com/owd for up to $200 off all mattress orders and two free pillows.

16 Nov 202253min

Thirteen-year-old Tabitha Tuders vanishes while walking to her bus stop in Nashville, Tennessee. Police think she's a runaway, but there are disturbing circumstances surrounding her disappearance, leaving her family desperate to find the truth. JOIN OUR PATREON! At the $5 level you get 3 FULL BONUS EPISODES PER MONTH! Right now there are over 50 full ad-free bonus episode to download and binge right this second! Including our coverage of "I Almost Got Away With it", "Pink Collar Crimes", "Fear Thy Neighbor," "Who The Bleep Did I Marry," "See No Evil", "Evil Lives Here", and "Snapped". Hey, DBs!  A message from the future here! Obsessed with: Disappeared transformed into I Think Not! after we finished recapping all the episodes of Disappeared - and our social media did, too! Follow us @ithinknotpod on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok and check out our website at www.ithinknotpod.com! This week's sponsors: Liquid I.V. - Grab your Liquid I.V. in bulk nationwide at Costco or get 20% off at Liquid-IV.com and use code OWD at checkout. NextEvo Naturals - For up to 25% off subscription orders of $40 or more use promo code OWD at NextEvo.com. Rocket Money - Get rid of useless subscriptions with Rocket Money at RocketMoney.com/OWD. Caraway - Visit Carawayhome.com to take advantage of their Cyber Season Event and score up to 20% off your next purchase of non-toxic cookware. Ritual - Right now Ritual is offering our listeners 10% off their first 3 months at Ritual.com/OWD.

9 Nov 202248min

Ali Lowitzer, 16, vanishes after getting off her school bus. The investigation stalls for two years until a tip comes in claiming Lowitzer could have been trafficked, leading to a SWAT team raid on a house of prostitution. LOOKING FOR MORE OWD? JOIN OUR PATREON! At the $5 level you get 3 FULL BONUS EPISODES PER MONTH! Right now there are over 50 full ad-free bonus episode to download and binge right this second! Including our coverage of "I Almost Got Away With it", "Pink Collar Crimes", "Fear Thy Neighbor," "Who The Bleep Did I Marry," "See No Evil", "Evil Lives Here", and "Snapped". Hey, DBs!  A message from the future here! Obsessed with: Disappeared transformed into I Think Not! after we finished recapping all the episodes of Disappeared - and our social media did, too! Follow us @ithinknotpod on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok and check out our website at www.ithinknotpod.com! This week's sponsors: MasterClass - Get unlimited access to EVERY class and 15% off an annual membership at MasterClass.com/OWD. Felix Gray - Head to Felixgrayglasses.com/OWD to peruse all the non-prescription and prescription blue light glasses options AND get free shipping.

2 Nov 202251min

Military veteran Michael VanZandt disappears one night in Hermosa Beach, California. Police suspect a group of strangers may be involved, while VanZandt's loved ones are haunted by suspicions about his thrill seeking make-up. JOIN OUR PATREON! At the $5 level you get 3 FULL BONUS EPISODES PER MONTH! Right now there are over 50 full ad-free bonus episode to download and binge right this second! Including our coverage of "I Almost Got Away With it", "Pink Collar Crimes", "Fear Thy Neighbor," "Who The Bleep Did I Marry," "See No Evil", "Evil Lives Here", and "Snapped". This week's sponsors: ThirdLove - Upgrade your bra today and get 20% off your first order today at ThirdLove.com/OWD. TodayTix - Go to TodayTix.com/owd and use code owd to get $10 off your first TodayTix purchase. Stamps.com - Just go to Stamps.com, click the microphone at the top of the page and and enter code OWD to get a special offer that includes a 4-week trial, free postage and a free digital scale. Rocket Money - Get rid of useless subscriptions with Rocket Money now. Go to RocketMoney.com/OWD to get started. Helix Sleep - Helix is offering up to $200 off all mattress orders and two free pillows for our listeners! Go to HelixSleep.com/owd. Hey, DBs!  A message from the future here! Obsessed with: Disappeared transformed into I Think Not! after we finished recapping all the episodes of Disappeared - and our social media did, too! Follow us @ithinknotpod on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok and check out our website at www.ithinknotpod.com!

26 Okt 202252min

Holly Cantrell is seen on security video leaving the hospital where she works, but she never arrives home. While investigating Cantrell's disappearance, police learn she has been keeping secrets. JOIN OUR PATREON! At the $5 level you get 3 FULL BONUS EPISODES PER MONTH! Right now there are over 50 full ad-free bonus episode to download and binge right this second! Including our coverage of "I Almost Got Away With it", "Pink Collar Crimes", "Fear Thy Neighbor," "Who The Bleep Did I Marry," "See No Evil", "Evil Lives Here", and "Snapped". Hey, DBs!  A message from the future here! Obsessed with: Disappeared transformed into I Think Not! after we finished recapping all the episodes of Disappeared - and our social media did, too! Follow us @ithinknotpod on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok and check out our website at www.ithinknotpod.com!

19 Okt 202248min

In Greensboro, N.C., 19-year-old Tyarra Williams vanishes from the parking lot of her apartment complex. After receiving tips that Williams may have fallen prey to human trafficking, her grandfather embarks on a cross-country search for answers. JOIN OUR PATREON! At the $5 level you get 3 FULL BONUS EPISODES PER MONTH! Right now there are over 50 full ad-free bonus episode to download and binge right this second! Including our coverage of "I Almost Got Away With it", "Pink Collar Crimes", "Fear Thy Neighbor," "Who The Bleep Did I Marry," "See No Evil", "Evil Lives Here", and "Snapped". Hey, DBs!  A message from the future here! Obsessed with: Disappeared transformed into I Think Not! after we finished recapping all the episodes of Disappeared - and our social media did, too! Follow us @ithinknotpod on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok and check out our website at www.ithinknotpod.com!

12 Okt 202252min

After transgender teenager Sage Smith goes missing In Charlottesville, VA, police identify a suspect, then evidence comes to light forcing them to take a closer look at Smith's inner circle. JOIN OUR PATREON! At the $5 level you get 3 FULL BONUS EPISODES PER MONTH! Right now there are over 50 full ad-free bonus episode to download and binge right this second! Including our coverage of "I Almost Got Away With it", "Pink Collar Crimes", "Fear Thy Neighbor," "Who The Bleep Did I Marry," "See No Evil", "Evil Lives Here", and "Snapped". Hey, DBs!  A message from the future here! Obsessed with: Disappeared transformed into I Think Not! after we finished recapping all the episodes of Disappeared - and our social media did, too! Follow us @ithinknotpod on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok and check out our website at www.ithinknotpod.com!

5 Okt 202253min