Where is Austin Tice? 1. 'We believe he’s alive'
Summary
Host Josh Baker investigates the 12-year disappearance of American journalist Austin Tice in Syria, interviewing his mother Deborah and a defected intelligence source who claims Tice is alive. As rebel forces topple the Assad regime, Baker and colleague Sarah Obidat enter chaotic Damascus to search secret intelligence facilities for evidence. The episode explores the political complexities of the case, revealing that powerful figures are actively suppressing the truth about Tice’s fate.
Topics discussed
Intro and Cupie Mayo sponsorship
OEC small business loan advertisement
Welcome to 'Where Is Austin Tice' series 3
Searching a Syrian intelligence facility for clues
Meeting Deborah Tice at the 12th anniversary event
Deborah Tice shares Austin's history and final contact
Josh Baker explains his investigation and meets Sarah
Interview with Salam, a defector with intel on Austin
Overview of the investigation's scope and stakes
Brami pasta and OEC loan advertisements
Rebel offensive in Syria and family's reaction
Deborah Tice claims new evidence Austin is alive
Fall of Assad regime and US government response
Entering chaotic Syria by road with Sarah
Receiving GPS coordinates of potential holding sites
Credits and call to action for information
Global Story promo with Dave Ramsey
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