What's Missing

Nov 11 2024 11 ep. 72 mins 2.2k
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What’s Missing is a brand new podcast that explores the wide-reaching, devastating impacts that occur when someone disappears without a trace. Hosted by Loren O’Keeffe, the founder and CEO of The Missed Foundation (formerly known as MPAN - Missing Persons Advocacy Network), the series features interviews with family members and loved ones of missing Australians, going beyond the headlines to provide a deep, unflinching insight into their searches and struggles.

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10: Assoc. Prof. Jodie Ward [BONUS]

Sep 28 2020 52 mins  
Hear from Australia’s leading forensic expert pioneering the National DNA Program, on how and why she does this important work. Credits Loren O’Keeffe – host Assoc. Prof. Jodie Ward – guest Mike Migas – production, scoring Maricarmen Rubí Baeza – graphic design Paulina Szymanska – video, web design Missing Persons Advocacy Network (MPAN) www.mpan.com.au Casefile

9: Dr Sarah Wayland [BONUS]

Sep 21 2020 71 mins  
Hear the wisdom and anecdotes of Australia’s authority on all things Missing Persons as she shares her incredible insights, experiences and expertise. Credits Loren O’Keeffe – host Dr Sarah Wayland – guest Mike Migas – production, scoring Maricarmen Rubí Baeza – graphic design Paulina Szymanska – video, web design Ambiguous Loss, pioneered by Dr Pauline Boss www.am

8: Dylan for Owen

Sep 14 2020 96 mins  
Hear the impact of and perspectives gained from spending three decades living with the enormous presence of the enormous absence of your big brother. *What’s Missing was adapted from MPAN’s book, Too Short Stories. Dylan and Owen’s story was written by David Halliday. Get a copy of the book at Too Short Stories. Credits Loren O’Keeffe – host Dylan Redman – guest Erin

7: Peter for Paul

Sep 07 2020 70 mins  
Hear from a determined, devoted man on his tireless quest to learn any information regarding the whereabouts of his partner of almost 30 years. *What’s Missing was adapted from MPAN’s book, Too Short Stories. Peter and Paul’s story was written by Jeremy Massey. Get a copy of the book at Too Short Stories. Credits Loren O’Keeffe – host Peter Harris – guest Erin Munro �

6: Sasoon for Sevak

Aug 31 2020 146 mins  
Hear about the complexities unique to the missing sibling dynamic, the pain of speculation and the potential for growth, from an insightful, reflective older brother. *What’s Missing was adapted from MPAN’s book, Too Short Stories. Sasoon and Sevak’s story was written by J.C. Burke. Get a copy of the book at Too Short Stories. Credits Loren O’Keeffe – host Sasoon Simoni

5: Fred for Bung

Aug 24 2020 85 mins  
Hear from the very private, very patient father of a missing schoolgirl that has captivated baffled Victorians for almost a decade. *What’s Missing was adapted from MPAN’s book, Too Short Stories. Fred and Bung’s story was written by Lili Wilkinson. Get a copy of the book at Too Short Stories. Credits Loren O’Keeffe – host Fred Pattison – guest Erin Munro – addition

4: Jen for David & Andrew

Aug 17 2020 50 mins  
Hear an uncanny story of how one daughter of a missing sailor faces a second disappearance within her own family. *What’s Missing was adapted from MPAN’s book, Too Short Stories. Jen, David and Andrew’s story was written by Robyn McMicking. Get a copy of the book at Too Short Stories. Credits Loren O’Keeffe – host Jen Jurss – guest Erin Munro – additional writing Mi

3: Nick for Paul

Aug 10 2020 77 mins  
Hear a heartbroken father's desperate plea to know whether or not his missing son is alive, and a heart-wrenching letter from his mum. *What’s Missing was adapted from MPAN’s book, Too Short Stories. Get a copy of the book at Too Short Stories. Nick and Paul’s story was written by Erin Munro Credits Loren O’Keeffe – host Jenny and Nick Wright – guests Catherine Secco

2: Zee for Warren

Aug 03 2020 64 mins  
Hear what it’s like when your husband of 31 years goes missing; from the financial toll to the administrative nightmares and the psychological torment. *What’s Missing was adapted from MPAN’s book, Too Short Stories. Zee and Warren’s story was written by Paul Bugeja. Credits Loren O’Keeffe – host Zee Meyer – guest Erin Munro – additional writing Mike Migas – pro