On September 25, 1981, a 58-year-old woman mysteriously vanished while hiking a familiar Trail in the Great Smoky Mountains. Moments after walking ahead of her friends, she disappeared without a trace. Strange behaviors leading up to that day—including unusual phone calls and missed commitments—only deepened the mystery. Despite exhaustive searches, her fate remains unknown. Was she lost, abducted, or did she deliberately disappear? Join us this week as we investigate the disappearance of Thelma Polly Melton in Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

Mark your calendars!  We have a special multi hour live stream coming up on the evening of 4/23/25.  Stay tuned for more details!

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Check out our other shows on the Unknown Media Network:
Crime Off The Grid
Off The Trails
The Peanut Butter and Mountains Podcast
The Weirdos We Know  
Who Runs This Park

New Patreon Shoutouts: John E Farris, Jasmina Vodenicar, Amy Friedl


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Hosts: Mike Van de Bogert 
Research: Cherish Green

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In September 2021, an experienced outdoorsman, vanished mysteriously during a solo hike in Yosemite's rugged Hetch Hetchy wilderness. Last seen above O’Shaughnessy Dam, he intended to fish at remote Lake Eleanor. Despite massive searches, no trace was ever found—not even his bright red kayak. Did he fall victim to hidden waters, dense wilderness, or something else entirely? Join us this week as we investigate the disappearance of Joel Thomazin.

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Crime Off The Grid
Off The Trails
The Peanut Butter and Mountains Podcast
The Weirdos We Know  
Who Runs This Park

New Patreon Shoutouts: Lauren Johnson & Phillip Van Doren


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On September 19, 2008, Ronald Scott Gray, a seasoned 62-year-old retired Marine and Massachusetts State Police captain, vanished during an elk hunt in Idaho’s rugged Selway-Bitterroot wilderness. Despite extensive survival training, he disappeared without a trace. His backpack, found near Highline Lake, provided no definitive clues. Unusual behavior noted by companions hinted at possible disorientation or psychological factors. Harsh weather and challenging terrain complicated the intensive search.  His mysterious disappearance remains unsolved, highlighting how even the most experienced outdoorsman can become lost in vast, unforgiving wilderness.  

Note: Mike is recovering from a serious illness and had some issues with his voice this episode.  We apologize for the listening inconvenience and hope for his speedy recovery by next episode!   

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Crime Off The Grid
Off The Trails
The Peanut Butter and Mountains Podcast
The Weirdos We Know  
Who Runs This Park

New Patreon Shoutouts: Jamie Drexler, Amelia Haverkamp, Carrie Tajc

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November 20th, 2010—As darkness fell on Lake Placid New York, a 22-year-old hiker set off into the High Peaks Wilderness after his shift at The Downtown Diner. Several hiking parties spotted him in his green Carhartt jacket before vanishing into the trees two miles in. Days later, that jacket was found. He was not. Join us this week as we unravel the disappearance of Wesley Wamsganz.

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Crime Off The Grid
Off The Trails
The Peanut Butter and Mountains Podcast
The Weirdos We Know  
Who Runs This Park

New Patreon Shoutouts: Nick Speaker 

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Hosts: Mike Van de Bogert & Joe Erato
Researcher: Cherish Green

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On August 30, 2019, an experienced hiker set out along the steep, treacherous Z Trail on Hawaii's Big Island. When he failed to return, massive search efforts were stymied by thick jungles, towering cliffs, and sudden downpours—and no clues were ever found. Was it a tragic fall, or is something far more unsettling at work? Join us this week as we dive into one of Hawai‘i’s most baffling, unsolved missing-person cases: the disappearance of Kyle Brittain.

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Crime Off The Grid
Off The Trails
The Peanut Butter and Mountains Podcast
The Weirdos We Know  
Who Runs This Park

New Patreon Shoutouts: Ellie Mae, Vanessa Gillam, Hannah Lauder, Leah Northrup, Matt Roses, Joelle Aikens, Annie Schmeckpeper, Kathy Cook.

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Survivalist and skilled outdoorsman Thomas Seibold left a homestead cabin in October 2012, bound for the vast expanse of Gates of the Arctic National Park and Preserve for what was supposed to be a brief adventure. Instead, he was never seen again. Join us for part three of Gone in Alaska to find out why Seibold’s disappearance remains one of the most enduring mysteries of the Last Frontier.

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Crime Off The Grid
Off The Trails
The Peanut Butter and Mountains Podcast
The Weirdos We Know  
Who Runs This Park

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Hosts: Michele & Joe Metych
Presented by Unknown Media Group.

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Hey friends!  Since Joe & I are off this week and next week, we thought it would be fun to release our latest members only voicemail episode.  If you like this kind of content and want to support the show, you can become a Patreon member for as little as $5 a month and never miss another episode.  (Link below)  If Patreon isn't your thing, you can become a Spreaker, YouTube, or Apple podcast premium member to enjoy the same content we publish on Patreon.

Next week, we'll be releasing a special guest hosted episode.  The following week, Joe & I will be back to our usual mispronuciations!  

On a sad, yet somehow exciting note, we have to vacate our current studio space by the end of April.  (The building we're in is being rennovated)  To commemorate all the fun times we've had at this space, we're going to be doing one final Live Stream Super show on the evening of Wednesday, April 23rd.  The show will most likely start between 6 and 7 PM (CST) and will go for several hours.  (We will finalize the time in the next few weeks).  Here's some of what we're hoping to do during the live stream.

• Hosts Mike, Joe, and Andy will be present for the entire live stream.
• Special guests: Evan Stone, hosts from other shows on our network, mystery guest.
• Members only video call (Viewable to the public).
• Hosts will answer AMA questions from Reddit.  (We'll be posting the Reddit AMA soon)
• Live chat for viewers.
• Call the show "Live on Air" during the live stream.
• More to come.

We hope everyone can join to help us celebrate the final episode in our current studio!

Learn more about Locations Unknown: https://linktr.ee/LocationsUnknown

Check out our other shows on the Unknown Media Network:
Crime Off The Grid
Off The Trails
The Peanut Butter and Mountains Podcast
The Weirdos We Know  
Who Runs This Park

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Hosts: Mike Van de Bogert & Joe Erato

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Deep in the uncharted reaches of the Brazilian rainforest lies one of exploration’s most enduring riddles. In 1925, a daring British explorer ventured there with two companions in search of a lost city that might reshape history. Then, on the threshold of the unknown, all three vanished. Theories swirl: hostile tribes, disease, or even a hidden new life among the forest’s peoples.  Join us as this week as we investigate the puzzling disappearance of Percy Fawcett and the Lost City of Z.

Learn more about Locations Unknown: https://linktr.ee/LocationsUnknown

Check out our other shows on the Unknown Media Network:
Crime Off The Grid
Off The Trails
The Peanut Butter and Mountains Podcast
The Weirdos We Know  
Who Runs This Park

Want to help the show out and get even more Locations Unknown content!  For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Patron of Locations Unknown and get access to our episodes early, special members only episode, free swag, swag contests, and discounts to our Locations Unknown Store!  Become a Patron of the Locations Unknown Podcast by visiting our Patreon page.  (https://www.patreon.com/locationsunknown)  

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Hosts: Mike Van de Bogert & Joe Erato
Research: Athena Van Overschelde & Mike Van de Bogert

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A young, adventurous couple embarks on a bold mission in 1928: to conquer the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon and claim two record-breaking feats. The newlyweds pilot a handmade wooden scow down the rushing waters, navigating rugged rapids and unpredictable weather. As their journey stretches on, they mysteriously disappear, leaving behind a boat filled with supplies and a puzzle that has haunted explorers, historians, and investigators ever since. Did they succumb to the canyon’s treacherous waters, or was there something more sinister at play? Clues and rumors have surfaced over decades, but the truth remains elusive. Join us this week as we explore the disappearance of Glen and Bessie Hyde.

Learn more about Locations Unknown: https://linktr.ee/LocationsUnknown

Check out our other shows on the Unknown Media Network:
Off The Trails
The Peanut Butter and Mountains Podcast
The Weirdos We Know  
Who Runs This Park

New Patreon Shoutouts: Rachel Blake & AE’s Alsman

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Hosts: Mike Van de Bogert & Joe Erato

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Join us this week as we explore the chilling legends lurking in America’s wilderness and beyond. We’ll travel to the misty trails of a famed national park where a cunning, stone-skinned predator once terrorized the locals. Then, we head north to the icy Alaskan expanse patrolled by a shadowy hound that paralyzes its victims with a single glance. Finally, we dive into a South American jungle, rumored to harbor a man-eating plant that ensnares unsuspecting explorers.  Each tale blends historical echoes with bone-chilling folklore, leaving you to wonder: where does fact end, and myth begin? 

Learn more about Locations Unknown: https://linktr.ee/LocationsUnknown

Check out our other shows on the Unknown Media Network:
Off The Trails
The Peanut Butter and Mountains Podcast
The Weirdos We Know  
Who Runs This Park

New Patreon Shoutouts: Roy Watson, Brian Gould, Marcy Baum


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Presented by Unknown Media Group.

Hosts: Mike Van de Bogert & Joe Erato

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In the early 1990's, a young man's quest for freedom leads him to abandon society, hitchhike across America, and live in the Alaskan wilderness. His journey, inspired by literary ideals, ends tragically in an abandoned bus shrouded in mystery. Join us this week as we explore the incredible life and story of Christopher McCandless, also known as "Alexander Supertramp."

Note: At some point in the episode we mentioned (or meant to mention and mispoke) a book titled "Back to the Wild" costing $64 on Amazon.  We know the book Into the Wild is easliy purchased anywhere books are sold.  Back to the wild contains original photographs, postcards and journal entries from Christopher McCandless during his 2yr journey throughout the Western United States, Mexico, Canada and Alaska.  This is the book we were referencing.  

Learn more about Locations Unknown: https://linktr.ee/LocationsUnknown

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Off The Trails
The Peanut Butter and Mountains Podcast
The Weirdos We Know  
Who Runs This Park

New Patreon Shoutouts: Alec Weber

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Hosts: Mike Van de Bogert & Joe Erato

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