Stolen
Season 3: Trouble in SweetwaterViolence. Retaliation. Disappearances. The Navajo Nation is 27,000 square miles of remote terrain with just over 200 tribal police officers. This season on Stolen, Connie Walker’s investigation into the cases of two missing women leads her on a search for justice in a place where people say you can get away with murder.Reporting for Stolen: Trouble in Sweetwater was supported by the International Women’s Media Foundation’s (IWMF) Fund for Indigenous Journalists reporting on issues related to Missing & Murdered Indigenous People (MMIP) with a concentration on women, girls, Two-Spirit, and transgender people.Season 2: Surviving St. Michael's Last May, investigative journalist Connie Walker came upon a story about her late father she'd never heard before. One night back in the late 1970s while he was working as an officer in the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, he pulled over a suspected drunk driver. He walked up to the vehicle and came face-to-face with a ghost from his past—a residential school priest. What happened on the road that night set in motion an investigation that would send Connie deep into her own past, trying to uncover the secrets of her family and the legacy of trauma passed down through the generations.In Stolen: Surviving St. Michael's, Connie unearths how her family's story fits into one of Canada's darkest chapters: the residential school system.Season 1: The Search for JermainIn 2018, a young Indigenous mother named Jermain Charlo left a bar in Missoula, Montana, and was never seen again. After two years and thousands of hours of investigative work, police believe they are close to solving the mystery of what happened to her. We go inside the investigation, tracking down leads and joining search parties through the dense mountains of the Flathead Reservation. As we unravel this mystery, Stolen: The Search for Jermain examines what it means to be an Indigenous woman in America.Stolen is hosted by Connie Walker.
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Apr 18, 2024 • 37min
Episode 7: An Unfinished Rug
An unexpected development in Ella Mae’s case raises questions around justice and closure for families like hers, and Kristina’s. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 16, 2024 • 39min
Episode 6: The Carrizo Mountains
As we go deeper into Kristina’s circle, a surprising connection takes us back to the start of our investigation, back to Sweetwater. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 9, 2024 • 34min
Episode 5: The Shooting
Violence erupted at home not long before Kristina went missing. Could her disappearance be an act of retaliation? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 2, 2024 • 41min
Episode 4: Farm Road
Jiní news, nunchucks, and a gruesome discovery near where Kristina Carrillo lived. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 26, 2024 • 36sec
An Update
The Stolen team is traveling back to the Navajo Nation this week to cover some important developments. The stories of Ella Mae Begay and Kristina Carrillo are still unfolding and we are continuing to report on their cases. We will be back next week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 19, 2024 • 42min
Episode 3: Cheesy
Denise Carrillo, sister of the missing Christina Carrillo, shares her heart-wrenching journey to find her sister. She discusses the shocking news of another missing woman in Shiprock and the alarming lack of attention these cases receive. Denise provides insight into the disparities in media coverage and community response regarding missing persons. The conversation touches on the family's struggles with trauma and rumors, while Denise reflects on the emotional toll of navigating a community grappling with loss and violence.
Mar 12, 2024 • 37min
Episode 2: Trailing Ella Mae
Ella Mae's mysterious disappearance pulls her family into a desperate search that reveals deep-rooted issues within the Navajo Nation. The resilience of the community shines through as they rally together, driven by two determined women seeking justice. Frustration mounts as law enforcement struggles to effectively handle the case. Meanwhile, the distrust in police creates further tension in Sweetwater. The narrative unravels the stories of missing women, exposing the systemic challenges Indigenous families face in their quest for answers.
Mar 5, 2024 • 30min
Episode 1: Tóɫikan
In a small Navajo community, the haunting tale of Ella Mae Begay unfolds as she mysteriously vanishes. Her niece's relentless pursuit of justice shines a light on the plight of missing and murdered Indigenous women. Emotional interviews reveal the impact of her disappearance on the family, alongside chilling evidence that amplifies their distrust in local authorities. The narrative tackles not just a personal loss but also highlights systemic issues surrounding violence against marginalized groups. Powerful stories reveal the dark realities they face.
Feb 27, 2024 • 2min
Stolen Season 3: Trouble in Sweetwater
Violence. Retaliation. Disappearances. The Navajo Nation is 27,000 square miles of remote terrain with just over 200 tribal police officers. This season on Stolen, Connie Walker’s investigation into the cases of two missing women leads her on a search for justice in a place where people say you can get away with murder.This reporting was supported by the International Women’s Media Foundation’s Fund for Indigenous Journalists: Reporting on Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, Two- Spirit and Transgender People (MMIWGT2S). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 26, 2023 • 14min
Episode 11: A Sentence (S1 The Search for Jermain)
Jermain Charlo's ex-boyfriend, Michael DeFrance, is sentenced for federal firearms offenses after being convicted. The podcast explores their violent relationship, the discovery of multiple guns, and the aftermath of Jermaine's disappearance. Reflecting on the emotional impact, they also discuss making a ribbon skirt with a tobacco tie for the narrator's mother and provide updates on Germaine and Charlotte's case.
