Untold Stories: Black and Missing

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Untold Stories: Black and Missing

Untold Stories: Black and Missing is a captivating and emotionally charged true-crime podcast series created by the Black and Missing Enterprises to shine a light on the cases of missing people of color that are often overlooked due to the lack of media coverage and law enforcement support. Our goal is to help find those who have gone missing, to bring them home and provide answers to their loved ones. Join us as we share the details of these cases and work together to generate new leads. This is a must-listen for anyone who believes that every missing person deserves to be found. #HelpUsFindUs

  1. The Dark Market: The Overlooked Crisis of Organ Trafficking in Communities of Color

    OCT 24

    The Dark Market: The Overlooked Crisis of Organ Trafficking in Communities of Color

    Eyes $30,000, lungs $150,000, heart $168,000... the list continues with vital organs being sold illegally. It's a billion-dollar global industry. Human traffickers target the desperate and the ill. Is this occurring in the U.S.? For years, the Black and Missing Foundation has received reports of people of color going missing or being taken in the U.S. for organ harvesting. What does organ harvesting entail, and why isn't it being discussed? Discover more in this episode of Untold Stories: Black and Missing.

    36 min
  2. The Chilling Case of Model Ryan Singleton: Was Organ Harvesting Behind His Disappearance and Death?

    OCT 17

    The Chilling Case of Model Ryan Singleton: Was Organ Harvesting Behind His Disappearance and Death?

    Ryan Singleton was a vibrant 24-year-old model who vanished without a trace on a seemingly innocuous trip to California. When his body was discovered, it was missing Ryan’s eyes, heart, lungs, liver, and kidneys, leaving more questions than answers. Eleven years later, Ryan's mother, Iris Flowers, continues her quest for the truth, determined to uncover what truly happened to her son.

    24 min
  3. NBC’s 'Found' and the Black and Missing Foundation: Where Fiction and Real-Life Intersect

    OCT 3

    NBC’s 'Found' and the Black and Missing Foundation: Where Fiction and Real-Life Intersect

    The intersection of fiction and real-life is on display as fans of the hit NBC series "Found" begins its second season.  The show has captured audiences with its compelling depiction of the search for missing persons. Host Joy Sutton and BAMFI Founders Derrica and Natalie Wilson had the chance to speak with the show's innovative creators Nkecki Carroll and Sonay Hoffman and talented cast member Gabrielle Walsh to explore the inspiration behind their storytelling that highlights the critical issue of missing persons cases, especially within communities of color. This is a Black and Missing Foundation special, exploring the idea of how fiction can educate and impact real-life.

    58 min
  4. When Seniors Go Missing: The Impact of Dementia

    SEP 12

    When Seniors Go Missing: The Impact of Dementia

    Wandering is common with all types of dementia.  According to the Alzheimer's Association, 6 in 10 people suffering from any form of dementia will wander away from their caregivers, often putting them in dangerous situations.  In this Untold Stories: Black and Missing episode, our panel of experts explain why this happens and steps we can take to prevent wandering to keep our loved ones safe.

    39 min
  5. Lost Memories Lead to a Missing Mother: The Ruth Jenkins Mystery

    SEP 5

    Lost Memories Lead to a Missing Mother: The Ruth Jenkins Mystery

    Ruth Jenkins is a retired teacher, a woman of faith, and a mother who always put her family first. At 76, she was also experiencing the early stags of dementia. One day, she walked away from her home and never returned. When seniors go missing dementia is often a factor. Six in 10 people with dementia will wander from their caregivers at least once, putting their lives in danger. Dementia may have been a factor in Ruth Jenkins' disappearance, but unanswered questions also point to the involvement of another individual.

    20 min
  6. Domestic Violence and the Missing Persons Crisis with Gabby Petito’s Parents and BAMFI

    AUG 1

    Domestic Violence and the Missing Persons Crisis with Gabby Petito’s Parents and BAMFI

    In this episode, we delve into the often overlooked signs of domestic abuse and explore why domestic violence is a factor in numerous missing person cases, often leading to tragic outcomes. Sadly, a study conducted by the National Library of Medicine revealed that Black and Latina women who experienced intimate partner or sexual violence were two to three times more likely to encounter dismissive responses or mistreatment from law enforcement when reporting such incidents. We have to change this narrative. The parents of Gabby Petito, along with a domestic violence expert, are part of this much-needed conversation, shining light on a hidden crisis that’s claiming too many lives. u

    52 min
  7. From Missing to Murdered: Akia Eggleston’s Heartbreaking Story of Love, Loss, and Abuse

    JUL 25

    From Missing to Murdered: Akia Eggleston’s Heartbreaking Story of Love, Loss, and Abuse

    Akia Eggleston was excited to welcome her second child, a son.  She was eight months pregnant, and her family was waiting for her at her baby shower, only she never showed. Her family never stopped looking for her. And continued to pressure investigators and the media to find her.  What investigators uncovered was a story of deception, abuse and murder.

    24 min
  8. Invisible Victims: Families Finding Strength in Tragedy and Turning Their Pain into Purpose

    JUL 11

    Invisible Victims: Families Finding Strength in Tragedy and Turning Their Pain into Purpose

    The families of Tamika Houston and Pamela Butler have survived the unthinkable.  Tamika and Pamela went missing and would later be found murdered. Tamika’s family had to fight for media coverage while Pamela’s brother battled to bring his sister’s killer to justice. This special episode of Untold Stories: Black and Missing was recorded at Crime Con in Nashville.  Rebecca Howard and Derek Butler share how they turned their pain into purpose.

    47 min
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Untold Stories: Black and Missing is a captivating and emotionally charged true-crime podcast series created by the Black and Missing Enterprises to shine a light on the cases of missing people of color that are often overlooked due to the lack of media coverage and law enforcement support. Our goal is to help find those who have gone missing, to bring them home and provide answers to their loved ones. Join us as we share the details of these cases and work together to generate new leads. This is a must-listen for anyone who believes that every missing person deserves to be found. #HelpUsFindUs

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