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Locations Unknown

Locations Unknown

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Welcome to Locations Unknown, a podcast that dives into the mysteries of America's wilderness. Join hosts Mike & Joe as they explore the stories of those who have vanished without a trace in some of the country's most remote and treacherous landscapes. In each episode, we uncover the details of these disappearances, examine the investigations that followed, and discuss theories about what might have happened. From national parks to remote deserts, our journey takes you to the heart of the unknown, shedding light on the eerie and unexplainable. Tune in and discover that, sometimes, the wilderness holds more than just beauty—it has secrets.

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Episodes
  • Melvin Nadel - Santa Fe National Forest - New Mexico

    Melvin Nadel - Santa Fe National Forest - New Mexico
    Mar 8 2026
    September 6th, 2009: a 61-year-old fitness instructor, black belt, and seasoned bow hunter leaves his campsite near Elk Mountain in New Mexico's Santa Fe National Forest. He tells his two companions he won't go far and will return by nightfall. When he doesn't return the search begins. Helicopters, volunteers, and K-9 units scour the rugged terrain and find nothing. No body, no gear, no trace. Join us this week as we investigate the strange disappearance of Melvin Nadel

    Learn more about Locations Unknown: https://linktr.ee/LocationsUnknown

    Check out our other shows on the Unknown Media Network:
    Crime Off The Grid
    Off The Trails
    Hike N' Seek
    Who Runs This Park
    Relish

    New Patreon Shoutouts: Aurelia Davenport, Emily Stevenson, Carley Leins, Joshua Schreiber, Lisa Holcomb, Brittany, Mandy Miller, Jeremy Evans, Christy Velasco, Dakota Hayes, Rachel Cowen, Susan Zoppi

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    All our Patreon only content (Audio & Video) can now be accessed via Spotify. (Active subscription to our Patreon channel is required.) -- Locations Unknown Subscriber Only Show | Podcast on Spotify

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    Presented by Unknown Media Group.

    Hosts:
    Mike Van de Bogert
    Joe Erato

    Intro/Outro “Cornfield Chase” – Cinematic Waves & Rafael Krux (licensed) → https://soundcloud.com/cinematicwav3s/cornfield-chase

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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • Ron Dailey - Sierra National Forest - California

    Ron Dailey - Sierra National Forest - California
    Feb 22 2026
    October 13th, 2025: a 65-year-old seasoned hunter leaves his Selma, California home for a routine day of deer hunting in the Sierra National Forest, a wilderness he's navigated for over fifty years. When he doesn't return that evening, his family sounds the alarm. A massive multi-county search unfolds across hundreds of square miles of rugged, snow-covered terrain, complicated by an early-season winter storm, freezing temperatures, and zero cell service. Join us this week as we investigate the disappearance of Ron Dailey.

    Learn more about Locations Unknown: https://linktr.ee/LocationsUnknown

    Check out our other shows on the Unknown Media Network:
    Crime Off The Grid
    Off The Trails
    Hike N' Seek
    Who Runs This Park
    Relish

    New Patreon Shoutouts: Aurelia Davenport, Emily Stevenson, Carley Leins, Joshua Schreiber, Lis Holcomb, Brittany, Mandy Miller, & Jeremy Evans.

    Get 35% of all orders at The Hiker's Cache, the official store of Locations Unknown, by becoming a member on Patreon!

    Want to help the show out and get even more Locations Unknown content! For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Patron of Locations Unknown and get access to our episodes early, special members only episode, free swag, swag contests, and discounts to our Locations Unknown Store! Become a Patron of the Locations Unknown Podcast by visiting our Patreon page. (https://www.patreon.com/locationsunknown)

    All our Patreon only content (Audio & Video) can now be accessed via Spotify. (Active subscription to our Patreon channel is required.) -- Locations Unknown Subscriber Only Show | Podcast on Spotify

    Want to call into the show and leave us a message? Now you can! Call 208-391-6913 and leave Locations Unknown a voice message and we may air it on a future message!

    View live recordings of the show on our YouTube channel: Locations Unknown - YouTube

    View Epispode Sources (Coming Soon)

    Presented by Unknown Media Group.

    Hosts:
    Mike Van de Bogert
    Joe Erato

    Intro/Outro “Cornfield Chase” – Cinematic Waves & Rafael Krux (licensed) → https://soundcloud.com/cinematicwav3s/cornfield-chase

    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/locations-unknown--6183838/support.
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    58 mins
  • Johnny Waterman - Denali National Park & Preserve - Alaska

    Johnny Waterman - Denali National Park & Preserve - Alaska
    Feb 8 2026
    April 1st, 1981: a 28-year-old elite solo climber leaves a remote shelter deep in Alaska’s Ruth Glacier, pulling a sled and heading alone toward Denali’s imposing east side. Experienced, deliberate, and traveling light, he moved into heavily crevassed ice beneath one of the most unforgiving mountains on Earth. When his expected return window passes, concern begins to grow, and search efforts expand across glaciers, avalanche paths, and possible exit routes. Join us this week as we investigate the disappearance of Johnny Waterman in Denali National Park and Preserve.Learn more about Locations Unknown: https://linktr.ee/LocationsUnknownCheck out our other shows on the Unknown Media Network:Crime Off The GridOff The TrailsHike N' Seek Who Runs This ParkRelishNew Patreon Shoutouts: Justin Wear, Alexx Sisson, & Elizabeth PersonsGet 35% of all orders at The Hiker's Cache, the official store of Locations Unknown, by becoming a member on Patreon!Want to help the show out and get even more Locations Unknown content! For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Patron of Locations Unknown and get access to our episodes early, special members only episode, free swag, swag contests, and discounts to our Locations Unknown Store! Become a Patron of the Locations Unknown Podcast by visiting our Patreon page. (https://www.patreon.com/locationsunknown) All our Patreon only content (Audio & Video) can now be accessed via Spotify. (Active subscription to our Patreon channel is required.) -- Locations Unknown Subscriber Only Show | Podcast on Spotify Want to call into the show and leave us a message? Now you can! Call 208-391-6913 and leave Locations Unknown a voice message and we may air it on a future message! View live recordings of the show on our YouTube channel: Locations Unknown - YouTubeView Epispode Sources (Coming Soon)Presented by Unknown Media Group.Hosts:Mike Van de Bogert Joe EratoIntro/Outro “Cornfield Chase” – Cinematic Waves & Rafael Krux (licensed) → https://soundcloud.com/cinematicwav3s/cornfield-chaseCover Image“Mount Denali” by David Zhang (from Canada), licensed under Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 2.0 Generic (CC BY-SA 2.0) — https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0/Source: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Mount_Denali_%2854022637874%29.jpgBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/locations-unknown--6183838/support.
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    56 mins
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I love hearing about all the different places and parks, especially the ones from my home state, Montana. The stories are interesting and I look forward to hearing lots more!

One of my favorite podcasts!

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Very thorough and interesting podcast focusing on national parks. The stories are excellent and very interesting especially if you are a hiker, camper, climber, backpacker. Listen to one podcast that interests you and you will be hooked. And I really like the hosts too!

Very interesting podcast

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