CLASSIC: What happened to Rebecca Coriam?
Summary
This episode investigates the 2011 disappearance of Rebecca Coriam, a 24-year-old Disney Cruise Line employee who vanished from the Disney Wonder. The hosts examine the official "rogue wave" theory, highlighting inconsistencies such as the ship's Bahamian registration, a botched investigation, and suspiciously cropped CCTV footage. They discuss allegations of a corporate cover-up, including the mishandling of evidence and crew silence, while exploring theories involving a traumatic personal incident and potential foul play.
Topics discussed
Intro and ads: Rebecca Coriam's disappearance
Rebecca Coriam's background and Disney job
Life on the Disney Wonder and final moments
The disappearance and initial search efforts
Jurisdiction issues and botched investigation
Official conclusion and family's skepticism
Discrepancies: CCTV footage and missing shoes
John Ronson's investigation and Disney's response
Romantic entanglements and potential motives
Theories of foul play and the settlement
Cruise industry safety and outro
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