Justin Posey
Treasure hunter and author who spent years searching for Forrest Fenn's hidden cache and later created his own treasure hunt; recounts his experiences and investigations in the episode.
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Feb 4, 2026 • 34min
The Treasure Hunt
Justin Posey, treasure hunter and author of Beyond the Map’s Edge, recounts years chasing Forrest Fenn’s hidden cache. He talks about the rise of the hunt, ambiguous clues and internet communities. He describes search techniques, obsession’s consequences, the find’s aftermath and the legal fallout. He also explains creating his own treasure hunt as a tribute to the chase.
