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A Brian Shaffer Story

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This is a podcast series about the disappearance of Brian Shaffer, a 27 yr old med. student in Columbus Ohio, who went out on the 31th of march in 2006 to enjoy a night out bar hopping to celebrate the beginning of Spring break. He was observed by the entrance area in the campus bar ”The Ugly Tuna Saloona” at around 2am, by which after he was never seen or heard from again.

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Sweden

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True Crime

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This is a podcast series about the disappearance of Brian Shaffer, a 27 yr old med. student in Columbus Ohio, who went out on the 31th of march in 2006 to enjoy a night out bar hopping to celebrate the beginning of Spring break. He was observed by the entrance area in the campus bar ”The Ugly Tuna Saloona” at around 2am, by which after he was never seen or heard from again.

Language:

English


Episodes
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Whispers of the Wind

4/14/2024
This episodes narrates a short fictional novel, revealing from this end a delicate response in merit for someone else's hardships. Follow the series on Instagram instagram.com/brianshafferstory

Duration:00:06:11

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Part 20. A Narrative AI.

4/7/2024
This episode marks a groundbreaking moment in "A Brian Shaffer Story," setting the stage as the first installment in the series. You can find a comprehensive description of this episode alongside the debut episode in the series, available under the original part. The primary aim of this episode is to expand the reach of the Brian Shaffer case. The script remains faithfully consistent with the original narrative, with every word almost meticulously mirrored. The novel twist here is the introduction of an AI voiceover; a distinctly American, elegantly feminine tone that adds a fresh dimension to the storytelling. For avid followers of the series, I assure you there's no need for concern. Personally, I found it incredibly enjoyable to experience the episode anew in this unique format. Rest assured, I'm still actively involved, this is me taking some time to fine-tune a few aspects of the project. I invite you all to keep up to date with the latest on Brian Shaffer by following my updates on Instagram. Follow the series on Instagram instagram.com/brianshafferstory

Duration:00:28:13

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Part 19. Deniz Arda the Aftermath: A Soldier on a Mission?

4/14/2023
In this episode, we go back to the mystery that unfolded close to home—the baffling disappearance of the widely respected Navy Ranger instructor. This individual was both cherished and enigmatic, captivating the public’s attention and sparking widespread speculation about his fate. While the police have officially closed the case, labeling it as resolved, many, particularly his friends and family, vehemently disagree. Their doubt is fueled by newly surfaced questions concerning the circumstances found at the discovery site and the condition of the remains. To truly grasp the complexities of this case and gain some level of understanding, I went beyond conventional methods. I engaged in a profound conversation with Deniz Arda's best friend, Henrik, who spearheaded the search efforts. This discussion stretched into a two-hour special for my Swedish series. Additionally, I managed to persuade Orij, the man who stumbled upon Deniz Arda in the wilderness, to meet with me and recount his experience firsthand. (Following a curious detail I spotted in a photo provided by Orij, I have updated the episode image to reflect this intriguing new angle). Follow the series on Instagram instagram.com/brianshafferstory

Duration:00:41:53

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Part 18. The radio interview with Randy Shaffer

3/7/2023
A foreword to this audio release is given in Part 17. The #Story will Continue II. The audio has not been edited, the interview was conducted in 2007 over a phone line, with some clarity issues later on, but nothing major.

Duration:00:12:37

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Part 17. The #Story will Continue II

3/7/2023
Having just returned back from a special holiday I decided to release this episode consisting of a straight recap of this serie and it's progress towards our main goal, topping it off with a mention of a soon to be released audio-file. Follow the series on Instagram instagram.com/brianshafferstory

Duration:00:13:39

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Part 16. Bryce Laspisa

2/22/2023
In this sixteenth episode of the Brian Shaffer Story, we delve into the perplexing case of Bryce Laspisa, a 19-year-old college student whose sudden disappearance in August 2013 has mystified many. Initially a cheerful and carefree individual, Bryce's demeanor alarmingly shifted after returning from summer break to Sierra College in California. His inexplicable actions included abruptly ending his relationship, giving away his belongings, and sending distressing messages to close friends. These events prefaced a chilling road trip that led him to the Tehachapi Mountains, where his overturned vehicle was later found near Castaic Lake with no trace of Bryce. This episode explores the stark transformation from ordinary to irrational, continuing the themes introduced in Part 15, "The Two Squares." We investigate various theories around his disappearance—potential suicide, a deliberate vanishing, or foul play—while also considering the psychological and environmental influences that might have led to his drastic change in behavior. Join us as we explore this haunting journey that transformed an everyday route into a passage to the unknown, leaving a puzzle with more questions than answers and captivating all who delve into its depths. https://charleyproject.org/case/bryce-david-laspisa

Duration:00:37:16

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Part 15. The Two Squares □ ■

2/9/2023
In a fleeting span of less than a minute, Brian Shaffer provides numerous hints that could shed light on his mysterious disappearance. Venturing beyond traditional lines of thinking, this episode of "A Brian Shaffer Story" employs logic and reason in an effort to decode the intricate web of clues he left behind. In parallel we also analyze and question the approaches taken by law enforcement, pondering whether they truly gave themselves a viable opportunity to unravel this enigma. Follow the series on Instagram instagram.com/brianshafferstory

Duration:00:34:58

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Part 14. A Stroll with Hard Facts and a Loose Dream

8/22/2022
In this fourteenth part of A Brian Shaffer Story we head to an outdoor setting for the first time and experience various surrounding sounds (noizz) including my rebuttal to the claim that The Captain from TCG believes his own eyes when seing Brian go down the escalators...... to my own thinfoil hat story that happened to hold eloquent tidbits connected to Brian's disappearance. NB: In the final parts of the episode I happen to say ”craters” multiple times actually, I must have been overly ecstatic. I of course meant to say ”Crates” !! Follow the series on Instagram instagram.com/brianshafferstory

Duration:00:35:31

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The Vanishing of Terrence Woods Jr.

7/29/2022
In the haunting expanse of Idaho's wilderness, a young production assistant, while working on a documentary, mysteriously breaks away from his film crew—and vanishes without a trace. The crew claims he simply ran off, but his disappearance remains shrouded in uncertainty and unanswered questions. Reference for the episode: How Terrence Woods Vanished While Filming A Discovery ‘Gold Rush’ Show – Deadline The Mysterious Disappearance of Terrence Woods Jr. (vice.com) The shockingly weird disappearance of Terrence Woods — StrangeOutdoors.com https://www.eastidahonews.com/2018/10/two-reported-missing-in-idaho-county/ Search for missing man in Idaho County stops after no leads found in search effort - East Idaho News What You Don't Know About Terrence Woods, Jr.'s Disappearance (grunge.com) Disappearance of 'Gold Rush' producer Terrence Woods gets renewed attention; family still searching for answers | Fox News Missing Pieces | Pod on Spotify Crime Redefined | Pod on Spotify findterrencewoods (@findterrencewds) / Twitter Fundraiser by Terrence Woods Sr : Find My Missing Son: Terrence Woods (gofundme.com)

Duration:00:41:39

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Part 13. The Video Debacle and Else

2/12/2022
Listen up! This part explores the "odd movement" Brian was seen doing on cctv outside the bar thanks to the greater detail of the HLN episode footage. It got a lot of left and right reverbarations but was it justified or not? We also get to hear fresh news of a couple of some other disappearances out there, can we gather something from one in particular in relation to Brian's own vanishing? _________________________ Added content; I’ve extracted the footage in question and slowed it down, it can be seen here: The Odd Movement Follow the series on Instagram instagram.com/brianshafferstory

Duration:00:20:14

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Part 12. A Conversation with Jordan

1/11/2022
We're kicking off 2022 with an easy-going episode, where me and Jordan from On the Mind Pod talk about the HLN episode that was released and Brian Shaffer's case in general. Thank you for giving the series a thumbs up on Spotify and Apple podcasts. Tune in to Jordan's great podcast at: On The Mind | Pod on Spotify Follow the series on Instagram instagram.com/brianshafferstory

Duration:01:03:55

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Part 11. The #Story will Continue

12/10/2021
This episode advances the ongoing narrative of Brian Shaffer with a retrospective look at the pivotal year that brought his case into the spotlight. We’ll delve into various aspects of the investigation, including the construction site near his last known location and the significant statements from John Hurst. Additionally, I’ll provide a comprehensive analysis of the recent HLN episode and discuss the purpose behind 'A Brian Shaffer Story.' The episode will also include reflections on my personal journey with this case, sharing insights gained from closely following its developments. Follow the series on Instagram instagram.com/brianshafferstory

Duration:00:43:35

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Part 10. HLN Episode Follow Up

11/29/2021
Almost unavoidable not to comment on the HLN episode that recently aired! Now that more than a week has gone since it's release and many of you has hopefully seen it, time to release something from this end. Follow the series on Instagram instagram.com/brianshafferstory

Duration:00:29:32

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HLN Med Student Mystery - A TV-program about Brian Shaffer

11/21/2021
A short notice and a few lines about the show that's airing tonight on HLN, about the disappearance of Brian Shaffer! HLN Trailer Real Life Nightmare | CNN Creative Marketing Follow the series on Instagram instagram.com/brianshafferstory

Duration:00:04:28

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Christopher Thompkins #2

9/20/2021
"In this episode, we continue our deep dive into the mysterious case of Christopher Thompkins. We'll explore further details and discuss insights drawn from similar missing person cases, aiming to clarify and possibly illuminate new angles on Chris's disappearance. Join us as we piece together the puzzle, bringing together diverse viewpoints in the hope of shedding new light on this baffling case." Terrence Woods: (4) Search for missing Maryland man in Idaho stumps police - YouTube Jacob Conner: Mother of missing man fears she 'may never see him again' (news4jax.com) Christopher Thompkins: the entire video with the minister Antonio Carter of the National Joshua Generation Empowerment Movement can be viewed here: Family seeks help with son's 2002 disappearance in Harris County | Columbus Ledger-Enquirer Christopher's family had asked that anyone with tips call 706-289-5229. Follow the series on Instagram instagram.com/brianshafferstory

Duration:00:24:26

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Christopher Thompkins #1

9/14/2021
A Special Episode on the Baffling Disappearance of Christopher Thompkins In this remarkable episode, we delve into the mysterious case of Christopher Thompkins, who vanished into thin air in 2002. Working as a surveyor in Harris County, GA, Chris was last seen walking ahead on a road with his coworkers. Without a trace or any clear explanation, he disappeared from sight, leaving behind only questions. To this day, his family remains in the dark, grappling with the unresolved nature of his disappearance. As we explore this enigmatic case, we seek to uncover any possible leads that could shed light on what really happened to Chris that fateful day on Warm Spring Roads. Follow the series on Instagram instagram.com/brianshafferstory

Duration:00:18:17

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Part 9. Brian Shaffer LEFT the building RIGHT

9/3/2021
In this riveting episode, we continue to unravel the enigmatic case of Brian Shaffer. Central to our investigation is the haunting question: Did Brian ever really leave the building that fateful night? Addressing this mystery is crucial to understanding the possible scenarios that could have unfolded and is pivotal to any resolution in his disappearance. Despite years of searching and countless inquiries into his last known whereabouts inside the bustling Gateway building, the thick fog of mystery persists. Brian wasn't captured on any exit surveillance cameras, and no footage in the heavily monitored areas of Columbus shows him leaving. For some, this isn't a concern—it merely adds a layer of intrigue to the case. But should we dismiss this lack of evidence so lightly? This episode takes you through a detailed examination of the building’s layout, the physical laws of space and time, and the potential significance they may hold in the case. We'll engage in some theoretical physics and role-playing to explore the dimensions of Brian's disappearance and discuss intentions and potential theories that could explain why Brian was never seen leaving the Gateway building. Join us as we dissect every angle, from the plausible to the paranormal, to try and piece together where Brian Shaffer could possibly be. Can a building entangle itself with a person’s fate? Tune in as we delve deep into the shadows of the unknown in search of answers. Small curiosity, now that ABBA released their album today is thumbs up as there is an indirect reference to one of the members of the group in this very episode. Music kindly provided by Michela M., who has written, performed and composed the audiotrack. Follow the series on Instagram instagram.com/brianshafferstory

Duration:00:20:30

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Deniz Arda - The Missing Soldier Connection. Final Chapter (*)

8/22/2021
Intense searches for the Swedish Officer Deniz Arda continue, but in the end don't provide anything tangible of where the soldier might be or what might have happened to him. People close to Deniz begin to scrutinize their initial theories. No one seem to come to grips with..... 'How can a person just vanish into thin air'? Amidst all this a havoc of various theories are discussed and shared online. One would ultimately it turned out, resonate with perceived events on the ground. (*PENDING UPDATE: rumours can be inglorious...however a 'particular' one was recently corroborated by factual evidence, a continuation of this case is in the works and will be released shortly // Edo L.) 16th March 2023 Follow the series on Instagram instagram.com/brianshafferstory

Duration:00:18:35

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Part 8. Deniz Arda - The Missing Soldier Connection. Chapter 1

8/13/2021
An off-duty Swedish Officer goes missing without a trace while supposedly exercising on a running trail and an unparalleled search effort is launched to try to find him..... Follow the series on Instagram instagram.com/brianshafferstory

Duration:00:21:03

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Part 7. A True? Crime Episode with Tanna

6/15/2021
This episode will cover aspects in Brian Shaffer's disappearance in a "crime context". With the help from outstanding Tanna from Sculch True Crime Studios we've tried to come up with every possible foul-play situation that could have occurred that early morning and ensuing weekend. In a situation where a person goes missing, there’s always a possibility that a criminal act committed against this person can be the underlying reason to why this person is not around any more. When The Police enters the scene to investigate, they try to get an overhaul view and look at plausible situations that could have occurred. They search, they inquire, they try to gather information that’s useful so that they can make their best assessment of what actually happened. In most criminal cases, usually some form of evidence is gathered, something indicating a sinister motive is discovered, and many times non-pertinent theories can be eliminated so the real cause can be determined. We know that foul play was considered a possibility in Brian’s case. Something could have happened to him in that regard for him to disappear. So the conversation/interview touches the subject with a notion that nothing has been found. The conversation started a little bit earlier, the recording catches up when we entered the subject speculating how Brian could've left the Gateway area! Age progression photo and contact information to Authorities are posted on Instagram. Follow the series on Instagram instagram.com/brianshafferstory

Duration:00:59:54