Seriously Mysterious - Missing Persons, Unsolved Murders & Historical True Crime

John Lordan - Respectful True Crime Content Creator, Advocate and Host
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Seriously Mysterious is a true crime podcast hosted by John Lordan, who leverages over a decade of meticulous research experience from his popular YouTube shows, BrainScratch and Searchlight. Featuring baffling cases, from unsolved murders and mysterious disappearances to events that simply can't be easily explained, the core strength of Seriously Mysterious is its commitment to respectful, deep coverage, and dedication to truth and reason.  New episodes released weekly.

  1. Nancy Guthrie - Past the Deadline | SEARCHLIGHT plus Case Updates

    3D AGO

    Nancy Guthrie - Past the Deadline | SEARCHLIGHT plus Case Updates

    In this special episode we run my recent Searchlight episode and add the latest case information on the story that has gripped the nation and my heart.. the abduction of Nancy Guthrie. Those who may have information regarding the investigation are urged to contact PCSD at 520-351-4900. Tips can also be sent to the FBI by calling 1-800-CALL-FBI (800-225-5324).  The FBI is offering a $50,000 reward. Sheriff's Evidence Portal: https://pimasheriff.evidence.com/axon/community-request/public/nancy-guthrie?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnF12m1G6ZQVNi6mfEmoOvML5vFR-PgT3UVfQe4O04PGP4wtsf9Y2aF6Td06Y_aem_XWEvo0vJdcJpSBc-kgmgLQ Have a loved one go missing?  Please check out my tips here: http://www.MissingPersonTips.com Have a case to suggest?  Fill out the form here: https://www.brainscratchers.com/suggest-a-case Sources: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oMWXtdwzjeQ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nz2zziKWBWw https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vuTwtc9ZwIg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Juel_Sr079M https://www.azfamily.com/video/2026/02/02/crime-investigation-underway-after-mother-today-show-host-goes-missing-az/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VEnkvOLzaEY https://nypost.com/2026/02/04/us-news/nancy-guthrie-neighbor-says-town-is-so-safe-theres-no-need-for-streetlights/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Savannah_Guthrie https://www.boston25news.com/news/local/sheriff-says-we-do-fact-have-crime-scene-search-mom-today-host-savannah-guthrie/6DHJNRS4VRBQFKLFQZPU6PKWSE/?outputType=amp https://www.latimes.com/world-nation/story/2026-02-03/blood-inside-home-nancy-guthrie-today-host-savannah-guthrie-mother https://nypost.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/02/2021-interested-seeing-animal-activity-120323318.jpg?quality=75&strip=all https://www.kgun9.com/us-news/crime/please-pray-savannah-guthrie-releases-first-statement-since-mom-went-missing https://nypost.com/2026/02/04/us-news/nancy-guthrie-neighbor-says-town-is-so-safe-theres-no-need-for-streetlights/ https://www.tmz.com/2026/02/03/nancy-guthrie-alleged-ransom-note-bitcoin-millions/ https://www.azfamily.com/2026/02/03/authorities-aware-ransom-note-reports-nancy-guthries-disappearance/ https://smartasset.com/financial-advisor/wealth-by-generation https://www.ic3.gov/AnnualReport/Reports/2024_IC3Report.pdf https://www.kold.com/2026/02/03/we-gotta-find-her-dna-samples-taken-nancy-guthries-home-belong-her-pcsd-says/ https://extratv.com/2026/02/03/savannah-guthrie-s-missing-mom-s-pacemaker-gives-new-clue-into-her-disappearance/ https://pagesix.com/2026/02/04/photos/savannah-guthries-sister-annie-brother-in-law-seen-amid-amid-mom-nancys-disappearance/ https://ktla.com/morning-news/savannah-guthries-brother-in-law-prime-suspect-in-moms-disappearance-report/ https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/us-news/who-is-tommaso-cioni-journalist-ashley-banfield-claims-nancy-guthries-daughter-annies-husband-may-be-prime-suspect-101770199535610.html https://www.mercurynews.com/2026/02/04/savannah-guthrie-kidnap/ https://www.kvoa.com/news/top-stories/arrest-made-in-connection-with-imposter-ransom-demand-in-nancy-guthrie-investigation-fbi-special-agent/article_fe847ee6-94bb-4d7f-9ce6-f47f481315f2.html https://wreg.com/news/nation-and-world/ap-us-news/ap-still-no-suspect-in-the-disappearance-of-today-host-savannah-guthries-mother/ https://www.12news.com/video/news/nation-world/fbi-address-5-pm-deadline-in-ransom-letter-in-nancy-guthrie-case/75-fc461c6a-50d8-4211-a94f-180461b7c478 https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/general-news/nancy-guthrie-disappearance-fbi-50k-reward-1236496133/ Do you have any comments, or a case you’d like to suggest? You’ll find a comment form and case submission link at LordanArts.com. This is not intended to act as a means of proving or disproving anything related to the investigation.  It is a conversation about the current known facts and theories being discussed.  Everyone directly or indirectly referred to is innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. LordanArts 2026

    1h 9m
  2. The Milk Carton Kids - Patrick Warren and David Spencer

    FEB 3

    The Milk Carton Kids - Patrick Warren and David Spencer

    When two boys go missing in the United Kingdom, a method from the US is used to raise awareness, but can it help find the "Milk Carton Kids" Patrick Warren and David Spencer? Thank you to The BBC, The Guardian, The Doe Network, The Birmingham Mail, ITV News, The Train Went Cold Podcast, The Times, In the Footsteps of Killers (TV Program), Georgia Marie on Youtube, Wikipedia, and Websleuths for information contributing to today’s case.   This episode was written by Kira McQueen, edited by John Lordan, and produced by LordanArts. Do you have any comments, or a case you’d like to suggest? You’ll find a comment form and case submission link at LordanArts.com. This is not intended to act as a means of proving or disproving anything related to the investigation.  It is a conversation about the current known facts and theories being discussed.  Everyone directly or indirectly referred to is innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. LordanArts 2026

    22 min
  3. The Bible John Murders

    JAN 27

    The Bible John Murders

    Glasgow Scotland is gripped by fear when several women are killed after visiting the same dance hall.  Can police stop "Bible John" before he strikes again? Thank you BBC News, The Daily Record, Spooky Glasgow.com, everand.com, the Robert Ryan Clark Stuff Youtube channel and Wikipedia for information contributing to today’s story. Written by Frederick Crook - check out our other collaboration WRAITHWORKS - Wraithworks at Amazon https://www.amzn.com/dp/B07HXNCW4L (audiobook narrated by John Lordan) Also avaible on iTunes: https://apple.co/2OFXb8L Do you have any comments, or a case you’d like to suggest? You’ll find a comment form and case submission link at LordanArts.com. This is not intended to act as a means of proving or disproving anything related to the investigation.  It is a conversation about the current known facts and theories being discussed.  Everyone directly or indirectly referred to is innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. LordanArts 2026

    20 min
  4. Back to Gabe's - Where are Jon Dabkowski and Gabe Minarcin?

    JAN 20

    Back to Gabe's - Where are Jon Dabkowski and Gabe Minarcin?

    On a cold January afternoon, two boys walk together a short distance to one of their homes.  Hours later, it's discovered that they never made it there.  Is a nearby river to blame, or is there more to this 44 year old mystery? Thank you The Charley Project, The Doe Network, TribLive.com, The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, WPXI, Facebook, and Wikipedia for information contributing to today’s story. This episode was written by The Roarikle and John Lordan and produced by LordanArts. Do you have any comments, or a case you’d like to suggest? You’ll find a comment form and case submission link at LordanArts.com. This is not intended to act as a means of proving or disproving anything related to the investigation.  It is a conversation about the current known facts and theories being discussed.  Everyone directly or indirectly referred to is innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. LordanArts 2026

    17 min
  5. Lost in the Lights - Jean Spangler

    JAN 13

    Lost in the Lights - Jean Spangler

    A woman goes chasing her Hollywood dream and disappears.  Was it her ex-husband, a boyfriend, dark underworld figures, or something else?  Will we ever know the truth of what actually happened to Jean Spangler? Thank you Los Angeles Times, the Los Angeles Evening Citizen News, The Tribune, Vanity Fair, The San Francisco Examiner, The San Francisco News, The Long Beach Independent, FindAGrave.com, the DarkCastle2012, welkerlots, Past Crimes and Jonathan Root youtube channels and Wikipedia for information contributing to today’s story. Written by Frederick Crook - check out our other collaboration WRAITHWORKS - Wraithworks at Amazon https://www.amzn.com/dp/B07HXNCW4L (audiobook narrated by John Lordan) Also avaible on iTunes: https://apple.co/2OFXb8L Do you have any comments, or a case you’d like to suggest? You’ll find a comment form and case submission link at LordanArts.com. This is not intended to act as a means of proving or disproving anything related to the investigation.  It is a conversation about the current known facts and theories being discussed.  Everyone directly or indirectly referred to is innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. LordanArts 2026

    19 min
  6. Vampires, the Mob and Susan Walsh

    JAN 6

    Vampires, the Mob and Susan Walsh

    A talented writer turned her career and focus towards the underbelly of society.  Was what she found responsible for her disappearance? If you have any information regarding the disappearance of Susan Walsh, please contact the Nutley Police Department at 973-284-4940 or call the New Jersey State Police at 800-709-7090. Thank you sportskeeda.com, ranker.com, northjersey.com, disappearedblog.com, doenetwork.org, namus.gov, charleyproject.org, oxygen.com, medium.com, CNN.com, nzherald.co.nz, verywellmind.com, pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov and Wikipedia for  information contributing to today’s story. This episode was written by Christy Arnhart, edited by John Lordan and produced by LordanArts. Do you have any comments, or a case you’d like to suggest? You’ll find a comment form and case submission link at LordanArts.com. This is not intended to act as a means of proving or disproving anything related to the investigation.  It is a conversation about the current known facts and theories being discussed.  Everyone directly or indirectly referred to is innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. LordanArts 2026

    18 min
  7. Boots on Ground: The 2025 Search for Jason Landry

    12/16/2025

    Boots on Ground: The 2025 Search for Jason Landry

    If you have any information, please contact the TX Attorney General's office at 512-936-0742. Interested in joining the search team?  Please reach out to Cyndi Lay on her facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/cyndi.b.lay Searchlight original episode Kent Landry Interview My 2024 Search Video Do you have any comments, or a case you’d like to suggest? You’ll find a comment form and case submission link at LordanArts.com. This is not intended to act as a means of proving or disproving anything related to the investigation.  It is a conversation about the current known facts and theories being discussed.  Everyone directly or indirectly referred to is innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. LordanArts 2026

    45 min
  8. Where is Jonathan Hoang?

    12/09/2025

    Where is Jonathan Hoang?

    If you have Jonathan, or know who does, you can end this now and do it with an anonymous tip called into Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS or through using their P3 app. Tips can also go to the Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office directly at 425-388-3393 or the Major Crimes tip line at 425-388-3845. GoFundMe - https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-us-find-jonathan-hoang-endangered-missing-person Bonfire Fundraiser Store - https://www.bonfire.com/store/help-us-find-jonathan-hoang/ Change .org Petition - https://c.org/6nHRSr7Ytb Help Us Find Jonathan Hoang Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/p/Help-Us-Find-Jonathan-Hoang-Endangered-Missing-Person-61575099717193/ Find Jonathan Hoang .com - https://findjonathanhoang.com/ Do you have any comments, or a case you’d like to suggest? You’ll find a comment form and case submission link at LordanArts.com. This is not intended to act as a means of proving or disproving anything related to the investigation.  It is a conversation about the current known facts and theories being discussed.  Everyone directly or indirectly referred to is innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. LordanArts 2026

    20 min
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Seriously Mysterious is a true crime podcast hosted by John Lordan, who leverages over a decade of meticulous research experience from his popular YouTube shows, BrainScratch and Searchlight. Featuring baffling cases, from unsolved murders and mysterious disappearances to events that simply can't be easily explained, the core strength of Seriously Mysterious is its commitment to respectful, deep coverage, and dedication to truth and reason.  New episodes released weekly.

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