Ep. 120 | Sherri Papini: 22 Days Missing [Part 1]
Summary
Hosts Kelsey and Taylor explore the 2016 disappearance of Sherry Papini, who vanished after a jog in Northern California. The episode details the massive media frenzy surrounding her case, including her husband Keith’s frantic 911 call and the subsequent investigation. They discuss how initial evidence suggested abduction, but revelations of Sherry’s affairs and claims of an abusive marriage complicated the narrative, casting suspicion on Keith before the shocking truth emerged.
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Show disclaimer and introduction
Cold open: Sherry Papini's disappearance
Hosts introduce the case and episode structure
Background on Sherry Papini and her public image
Discovery of Sherry's phone and hair on Sunrise Drive
Keith Papini's 911 call and initial reaction
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Media frenzy and the 'Missing White Woman' trope
Investigation launch and FBI involvement
Discovery of Sherry's affairs and 'evil husband' texts
Keith's interrogation and friends' accounts of abuse
Community response and lack of physical evidence
Sherry found on I-5 with 'Exodus' brand
Sherry's account of captivity and captors
DNA evidence and genetic genealogy breakthrough
Analysis of Sherry's interview inconsistencies
Episode conclusion and Patreon bonus episode promo
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