
Mike Bauer
Retired Los Angeles County Sheriff captain who investigates and advocates around Deputy John Ajay's disappearance and provides insider perspective on LASD actions in the episode.
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Jan 19, 2026 • 46min
Introducing | Valley of Shadows: The Devil’s Punchbowl
Mike Bauer, a retired Los Angeles County Sheriff captain, offers insights into the mysterious 1998 disappearance of Deputy Jon Aujay. He discusses initial search efforts that yielded no evidence and critiques the LASD's suicide ruling. Bauer highlights Aujay's military background and survival skills, fueling speculation about foul play in the criminal underbelly of the area. The conversation delves into restricted case files and cover-ups within the Sheriff's Department, raising questions about the truth behind Aujay's vanishing.

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Jan 19, 2026 • 41min
Episode 2: An Unreasonable Act from Valley of Shadows
In this engaging discussion, Mike Bauer, a retired LASD captain and investigator, delves into the enigmatic disappearance of deputy Jon Ajay. Bauer challenges the official suicide narrative, highlighting contradictory evidence and personal accounts that paint a different picture. He reveals rumors of Ajay's potential murder linked to a desert sighting and discusses the emotional impact of the case on Ajay's family, especially after the tragic loss of his daughter. His relentless pursuit of the truth uncovers unsettling details and raises questions that linger.

Jan 19, 2026 • 11min
Introducing Valley of Shadows: The Devil’s Punchbowl
Mike Bauer, a retired captain from the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, shares his deep frustration over the mysterious disappearance of Deputy Jon Aujay in 1998. He recounts the alarming day Aujay went missing during a run in the Devil's Punchbowl, detailing the extensive search efforts that found no trace of him. Bauer raises concerns about the department's handling of the case, hinting at potential corruption. With a focus on Aujay's background and personal effects, the discussion reveals lingering doubts about the official narrative and invites listeners to dig deeper.


