Mixing Neil Strauss' tenacious investigative journalism with the private investigator's procedural approach within a "real-time" structure made for a super effective, intriguing series. It was also pretty sobering to realize a well-funded podcast could out-perform a large police department. It took a bit for the podcast to find its footing and there were some structural issues, but it's nonetheless a bingeable delight.

The first season was great, but the second one not so much. There is so much misinformation, one sided commentary, shady investigative techniques...I'm not sure how they are not being sued yet! If you decide to listen to season two, you really should google Elaine Park and read the articles. I know after reading several I really questioned the integrity of this 'investigative team' and am disappointed in some of the producers for allowing it to be aired as it is. Please do not use this podcast as your sole source of information. It is deliberately misleading and the articles being published fill in the holes and answer questions that the podcast purposely leaves unanswered in order for the listener to feel a certain way about Elaine's mother. In short, dirty journalism from a shady, amature investigative podcast team!

This is a very well produced & well investigated podcast about the disappearance of Adea Shabani in California. The subject matter is tragic and I feel Neil Strauss handled the case sympathetically and professionally. I can't wait to hear what the team are able to uncover during Season Two.