Case Review: Austin Mitchell

When Goldie Thornsberry’s dismembered body was identified in 2010, a trial was quickly scheduled to prosecute the key suspects. But after a shocking acquittal, Goldie’s loved ones were left searching for answers despite what the evidence might suggest. For 28 years, the family has kept this affair under wraps, but now, two of Goldie’s granddaughters are ready to share her story in hopes that it can bring justice and healing for their family. Follow Culpable on our socials @CulpablePodcast Visit the website at culpablepodcast.com For early access and ad-free listening, subscribe to Tenderfoot+ at https://tenderfoot.tv/plus To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Goldie Thornsberry was the glue that held her family together. When the 65-year-old disappeared in 1996 without any explanation, her loved ones quickly became concerned. Suspicions grew when Goldie’s bank revealed evidence of fraudulent checks on her account, leaving the family to wonder if one of their very own could be responsible for her disappearance. Follow Culpable on our socials @CulpablePodcast Visit the website at culpablepodcast.com For early access and ad-free listening, subscribe to Tenderfoot+ at https://tenderfoot.tv/plus To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Austin Mitchell was a kind and passionate young man living with his family in Union City, GA. The 20-year-old was a recent honors graduate with big dreams for the future. But in one tragic moment in March of 2019, all of that would be taken away. Austin had been hanging out with some friends in a nearby townhome when something unexpected occurred resulting in Austin’s death. His friends reported that he’d died by suicide, but his parents think otherwise. They believe the information they have learned over time asserts the theory that their son was a victim of foul play. Follow Culpable on our socials @CulpablePodcast Visit the website at culpablepodcast.com For early access and ad-free listening, subscribe to Tenderfoot+ at https://tenderfoot.tv/plus To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen as Dennis Cooper guest hosts a special episode of our new daily podcast, This Day in Crime, where we cover the latest crime stories making the headlines. A fast-hitting, light-hearted approach to true crime, and the easiest way to keep up with what’s going on in the world of crime each and every day. Follow This Day in Crime on Social X: @tenderfootTV, @thisdayincrime_ IG: @tenderfoot.tv, @thisdayincrime To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Doug McMillin was a spirited young man who developed a sense of independence early in life after moving out and getting an apartment of his own. As a young 19-year-old, this newfound freedom was like a breath of fresh air to Doug. No one could have imagined that a short time later he would be gunned down inside his apartment in an apparent robbery gone wrong. 15 years later, little is known about what happened to Doug and his killer is still at large. His brother James believes he knows who was responsible, but what do the authorities believe? And why does his case remain unsolved? Follow Culpable on our socials @CulpablePodcast Visit the website at culpablepodcast.com For early access and ad-free listening, subscribe to Tenderfoot+ at https://tenderfoot.tv/plus To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Steven Haugen and Jeanette Bauman were two middle-aged explorers who had developed a budding relationship. Steven, a father to two daughters, and Jeanette, a mother to two sons, shared a passion for exploring the great outdoors. This is what they were doing in the summer of 2005 when their children received some devastating news - the deceased bodies of Steven, Jeanette, and their dog, Caesar, had been discovered near a campsite in Oregon’s Willamette National Forest. To this day, little is known about their deaths. Now, two families are working together to uncover the truth. Follow Culpable on our socials @CulpablePodcast Visit the website at culpablepodcast.com For early access and ad-free listening, subscribe to Tenderfoot+ at https://tenderfoot.tv/plus To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tyeasha Starks was a vibrant young collegiate with a bright future. A student at Austin Peay State University, Tyeasha had many dreams and aspirations. The 22-year-old had recently become a new mother, and was actively working to create a better life for her and her child. But all that came crashing down in February of 2023, when her life was taken during a custody exchange gone wrong. Despite knowing who was responsible for this egregious act, authorities have yet to bring forth charges. Tyeasha’s mother wants to know why. Follow Culpable on our socials @CulpablePodcast Visit the website at culpablepodcast.com For early access and ad-free listening, subscribe to Tenderfoot+ at https://tenderfoot.tv/plus To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sometimes, the worst crimes happen when you’d least expect it. From the creators of Culpable comes an all new anthology of crime stories too shocking to miss. Featuring stories of a custody exchange gone wrong, a camping trip turned manhunt, and a missing persons investigation with an unbelievable twist. Five new cases coming May 17th. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

While the third season of Culpable is in development, we’re going to keep using this platform to help more families in their fight for justice. Last fall we brought you 6 cases over 6 weeks. Now we’re bringing you 5 more. From Tenderfoot TV, Culpable returns with another installment of Case Reviews on May 17th. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Up and Vanished presents... Status: Untraced. In 2016, survivalist and world traveler Justin Alexander goes missing in the Parvati Valley while on a spiritual trek into the Himalayan Mountains. While the circumstances of his disappearance point to murder, a chilling message he left behind throws everything into question: “I should return mid-September or so. If I’m not back by then, don’t look for me.” Four years later, host and true crime newcomer Liam Luxon is introduced to Justin's story and embarks on an investigation into the case. "Status-Untraced" is a 10-episode journey that explores the secrets the Valley holds, the stones left unturned, and what really happened to Justin Alexander. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices