Red String Theory

Sarah Vogt

Welcome to Red String Theory, a true crime podcast where I dive into murder cases and mysterious disappearances with a detective-like approach. In every case, the details matter. I analyze the evidence, question what doesn’t add up, and dig into the theories surrounding what happened. I’ll take you through the known facts, the unanswered questions, and the possibilities that may help make sense of each case. Because sometimes, the smallest detail can break the case wide open. Let’s see where the evidence leads us.

  1. Aug 14

    16: The Disappearance of Jason Landry Part 1

    On the night of December 13, 2020, 21-year-old Jason Landry set out on what should have been a routine drive home for the holidays. The Texas State University student had just finished his final exams and was heading from San Marcos to his hometown of Missouri City, Texas—a trip he had made before and one that should have taken just a few hours.  But Jason never made it home. This is the disappearance of Jason Landry. Caldwell County Sheriff's Office: 512-398-6777 Source Material:  Washington, J. (2020). Texas State University student still missing, search ongoing. KXAN Austin. (LINK) Caldwell County Sheriff's Office. (2021, January 29). For immediate release: [Jason Landry search update]. Facebook. (LINK) Cavallier, A. (2021). Cell phone data reveals timeline in mysterious disappearance of Texas State student Jason Landry. Yahoo News. (LINK) Thomas, R. (2021). New details released in search for missing Texas State student. FOX 7 Austin. (LINK) Ramkissoon, J. (2021). Jason Landry search: More details released in search for Texas State student. KXAN Austin. (LINK) NewsNation. (2021, October 27). Jason Landry left home in 2020 and has not been seen since [Video]. YouTube. (LINK) Ragas, L. (2022). New video released in the disappearance of Texas State student Jason Landry. CBS Austin. (LINK) Ryan, S. (2022). New details released in search for missing Texas State student. FOX 7 Austin. (LINK) Reader, G. (2022). It’s been 2 years since Jason Landry disappeared — what’s happened since. KXAN Austin (LINK) Office of the Attorney General of Texas. (2022, December 14). Office of the Attorney General provides update on the two-year anniversary of the disappearance of Jason Landry. Press Release (LINK) Eisenbaum, J. (2022). What happened to Jason Landry? Former FBI agent offers alternate theory as Texas attorney general agrees to reopen case. Click2Houston. (LINK) Office of the Attorney General of Texas. (2023, December 13). Statement on the third anniversary of Jason Landry’s disappearance. Press Release (LINK) Holley P. (2025). The unending disappearance of Jason Landry. Texas Monthly. (LINK) Brant, B. (2026). 21-year-old's car found abandoned. He's still missing 5 years later. People. (LINK)Wikipedia contributors. Disappearance of Jason Landry. Wikipedia. (LINK)Disclaimer: All opinions expressed in this podcast are my own and are based on the information available to me at the time of recording. While I strive for accuracy, I encourage listeners to do their own research and form their own conclusions. Support the show Hey there weekend detectives - Share your thoughts and theories on this case with us at: Email: redstringtheorypodcast@gmail.comTwitter: @redstringspodDonate + support the podcast.

  2. May 18

    15. What Happened To Jaleayah Davis? Part 2

    For more than 14 years, the death of Jaleayah Davis has been debated across true-crime forums, with one central question never going away: was it a tragic accident, or was there something more going on? While preparing this episode, I spent a lot of time digging through the police reports, crash-scene photos, witness statements, phone records, forensic evidence, and the autopsy report. My goal here is to address the questions that keep resurfacing again and again, and to walk through what the evidence shows. Welcome back to Red String Theory. Source Material:  Fish, G. (2024, February 24). Jaleayah Davis – Case documents and details. Gavin Fish. (LINK) - Note: Case files are behind a paywall.Still a Mystery. (2019). Secrets in the cars (Season 1, Episode 4) [TV series episode]. Investigation Discovery.Disclaimer: All opinions expressed in this podcast are my own and are based on the information available to me at the time of recording. While I strive for accuracy, I encourage listeners to do their own research and form their own conclusions. Support the show Hey there weekend detectives - Share your thoughts and theories on this case with us at: Email: redstringtheorypodcast@gmail.comTwitter: @redstringspodDonate + support the podcast.

  3. Mar 25

    14. What Happened To Jaleayah Davis? Part 1

    For more than 14 years, the death of Jaleayah Davis has been debated across true-crime forums, with one central question never going away: was it a tragic accident, or was there something more going on? While preparing this episode, I spent a lot of time digging through the police reports, crash-scene photos, witness statements, phone records, forensic evidence, and the autopsy report. My goal here is to address the questions that keep resurfacing again and again, and to walk through what the evidence shows. Welcome back to Red String Theory. Source Material:  Fish, G. (2024, February 24). Jaleayah Davis – Case documents and details. Gavin Fish. (LINK) - Note: Case files are behind a paywall.Still a Mystery. (2019). Secrets in the cars (Season 1, Episode 4) [TV series episode]. Investigation Discovery.Disclaimer: All opinions expressed in this podcast are my own and are based on the information available to me at the time of recording. While I strive for accuracy, I encourage listeners to do their own research and form their own conclusions. Support the show Hey there weekend detectives - Share your thoughts and theories on this case with us at: Email: redstringtheorypodcast@gmail.comTwitter: @redstringspodDonate + support the podcast.

  4. 12/17/2025

    13. The Springfield Three Part 2

    In June 1992, the quiet city of Springfield, Missouri, was rocked by a mystery that still haunts investigators and its residents. Three women vanished without a trace in the middle of the night. Their cars, purses, keys, clothing—and even their dog—were all left behind. There were no signs of a struggle, no credible clues, and no evidence to explain their disappearance. The case became known as The Springfield Three, and more than 30 years later, it remains one of the most baffling and chilling disappearances in U.S. true crime history. Springfield Crime Stoppers Line: 417-869-TIPS Source Material: Wikipedia contributors. (n.d.). Springfield Three. Wikipedia. (LINK) Fearnow, B. (2024). Springfield Three: What happened to Suzie Streeter, Stacy McCall and Sherrill Levitt? Newsweek. (LINK)Charley Project. (n.d.). Stacy McCall. (Archived 2009). (LINK)City of Springfield, Missouri. (n.d.). Three Missing Women. (LINK)O’Neill, H. (2023). The crazy case of the Springfield Three: Where are they? Medium. (LINK)Florent, S. (2020). The Springfield Three Mystery. Medium. (LINK)Leonard, A. (2022, June 3). Springfield 3 missing women cold case: Theories continue 30 years later. Springfield News-Leader. (LINK)Turner, S. (2002, June 3). Three Missing Women: Ten Years Later (Part 1 of 5). Springfield News-Leader. (LINK)Gordan, L. R. (2021, November 12). The Springfield Three. (LINK)Websleuths. (2012). Basic information: The Springfield Three. (LINK)Disclaimer: All opinions expressed in this podcast are my own and are based on the information available to me at the time of recording. While I strive for accuracy, I encourage listeners to do their own research and form their own conclusions. Support the show Hey there weekend detectives - Share your thoughts and theories on this case with us at: Email: redstringtheorypodcast@gmail.comTwitter: @redstringspodDonate + support the podcast.

  5. 11/23/2025

    12. The Springfield Three Part 1

    In June 1992, the quiet city of Springfield, Missouri, was rocked by a mystery that still haunts investigators and its residents. Three women vanished without a trace in the middle of the night. Their cars, purses, keys, clothing—and even their dog—were all left behind. There were no signs of a struggle, no credible clues, and no evidence to explain their disappearance. The case became known as The Springfield Three, and more than 30 years later, it remains one of the most baffling and chilling disappearances in U.S. true crime history. Springfield Crime Stoppers Line: 417-869-TIPS Source Material: Wikipedia contributors. (n.d.). Springfield Three. Wikipedia. (LINK) Fearnow, B. (2024). Springfield Three: What happened to Suzie Streeter, Stacy McCall and Sherrill Levitt? Newsweek. (LINK)Charley Project. (n.d.). Stacy McCall. (Archived 2009). (LINK)City of Springfield, Missouri. (n.d.). Three Missing Women. (LINK)O’Neill, H. (2023). The crazy case of the Springfield Three: Where are they? Medium. (LINK)Florent, S. (2020). The Springfield Three Mystery. Medium. (LINK)Leonard, A. (2022, June 3). Springfield 3 missing women cold case: Theories continue 30 years later. Springfield News-Leader. (LINK)Turner, S. (2002, June 3). Three Missing Women: Ten Years Later (Part 1 of 5). Springfield News-Leader. (LINK)Gordan, L. R. (2021, November 12). The Springfield Three. (LINK)Websleuths. (2012). Basic information: The Springfield Three. (LINK)Disclaimer: All opinions expressed in this podcast are my own and are based on the information available to me at the time of recording. While I strive for accuracy, I encourage listeners to do their own research and form their own conclusions. Support the show Hey there weekend detectives - Share your thoughts and theories on this case with us at: Email: redstringtheorypodcast@gmail.comTwitter: @redstringspodDonate + support the podcast.

  6. 08/11/2025

    11. The Suspicious Death of Joann Romain Part 2

    One cold January night, a suburban mother disappears after attending church—only to be found dead months later, floating in a river 35 miles away. Authorities called it suicide. Her family says otherwise. What do you think happened? Welcome back to Red String Theory. In today’s episode, we’re diving into Joann Matouk Romain’s suspicious disappearance and the tangled web of unanswered questions that still surround her death. Content Warning: This episode discusses sensitive topics like mental health struggles and suicide, which may be upsetting to some listeners. The National Suicide Prevention Talk Line Offers help in over 150 languages. Call 1-800-273-8255 or text HELLO to 741741 Source Material: Unsolved Mysteries "Lady in the Lake" (TV Episode 2020) V2:E5THE ESTATE OF JOANN MATOUK ROMAIN v. CITY OF GROSSE POINTE FARMS Court Document (LINK)Civil Court Document (LINK)Court of Appeals Sixth Circuit Document (LINK)No One Knows Podcast, The Murder Coverup of Joann Matouk Romain (WEBSITE)Disclaimer: All opinions expressed in this podcast are my own and are based on the information available to me at the time of recording. While I strive for accuracy, I encourage listeners to do their own research and form their own conclusions. Support the show Hey there weekend detectives - Share your thoughts and theories on this case with us at: Email: redstringtheorypodcast@gmail.comTwitter: @redstringspodDonate + support the podcast.

  7. 06/22/2025

    10. The Suspicious Death of Joann Romain Part 1

    One cold January night, a suburban mother disappears after attending church—only to be found dead months later, floating in a river 35 miles away. Authorities called it suicide. Her family says otherwise. What do you think happened? Welcome back to Red String Theory. In today’s episode, we’re diving into Joann Matouk Romain’s suspicious disappearance and the tangled web of unanswered questions that still surround her death. Content Warning: This episode discusses sensitive topics like mental health struggles and suicide, which may be upsetting to some listeners. The National Suicide Prevention Talk Line Offers help in over 150 languages. Call 1-800-273-8255 or text HELLO to 741741 Source Material: Unsolved Mysteries "Lady in the Lake" (TV Episode 2020) V2:E5THE ESTATE OF JOANN MATOUK ROMAIN v. CITY OF GROSSE POINTE FARMS Court Document (LINK)Civil Court Document (LINK)Court of Appeals Sixth Circuit Document (LINK)No One Knows Podcast, The Murder Coverup of Joann Matouk Romain (WEBSITE)Disclaimer: All opinions expressed in this podcast are my own and are based on the information available to me at the time of recording. While I strive for accuracy, I encourage listeners to do their own research and form their own conclusions. Support the show Hey there weekend detectives - Share your thoughts and theories on this case with us at: Email: redstringtheorypodcast@gmail.comTwitter: @redstringspodDonate + support the podcast.

  8. 04/08/2025

    9. The Mysterious Disappearance of Brandon Swanson

    Imagine you're on the phone with your child when suddenly, you hear a startled yell—then silence. No goodbye, no explanation. Just… gone. And despite your desperate attempts to call back, you never hear their voice again. This unimaginable nightmare became a reality for Annette and Brian Swanson.  In today’s episode, we dive into the chilling details of Brandon Swanson’s disappearance and the lingering mystery that has haunted his family for over 17 years as of 2025. Disclaimer: All opinions expressed in this podcast are my own and are based on the information available to me at the time of recording. While I strive for accuracy, I encourage listeners to do their own research and form their own conclusions. Source Material: Brandon Swanson Case Map. Google Maps (not created by me)Immelman, Aubrey. Brandon Swanson. ( site )Hasse, Jeff. “Missing Person Case Study -- Brandon Swanson.” Wikiversity HLN. Brandon Swanson’s Mom Speaks Out on HLN. YouTube, 24 June 2021 ( video ) "Brandon Victor Swanson: Missing Person Case.” UncoveredGrace, Nancy. “Cold Case: Brandon Swanson.” CNN, 18 Jan. 2010 ( site ) "Brandon’s Law Aims to Help Families of Missing Adults.” Minnesota House of Representatives, 2009 ( site )“Missing in Minnesota: The Case of Brandon Swanson.” Lost Souls of America, 26 Jan. 2022 ( site )If you or anyone you know has information that could help solve Brandon's case, please contact: Lincoln County Sherrif: 507-694-1664Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension: 651-793-7000-- Support the show Hey there weekend detectives - Share your thoughts and theories on this case with us at: Email: redstringtheorypodcast@gmail.comTwitter: @redstringspodDonate + support the podcast.

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Welcome to Red String Theory, a true crime podcast where I dive into murder cases and mysterious disappearances with a detective-like approach. In every case, the details matter. I analyze the evidence, question what doesn’t add up, and dig into the theories surrounding what happened. I’ll take you through the known facts, the unanswered questions, and the possibilities that may help make sense of each case. Because sometimes, the smallest detail can break the case wide open. Let’s see where the evidence leads us.

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  • Creator
    Sarah Vogt
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    16
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Red String Theory
  • Show Website
    Red String Theory