EPISODE · Jul 2, 2026 · 50 MIN
194. The Sodder Children Disappearance
from Cafecito & Crime
In the very early hours of December 25, 1945, the Sodder family, which consisted of parents George and Jennie and their 10 children, was asleep in their beds when the home caught fire. Georgie, Jennie, and four of their children rushed out of the home, yelling for the other five to run out too, but they didn’t hear them rushing downstairs. Multiple attempts were made to rescue the children and get them to safety, but they were all unsuccessful. When the fire department finally arrived, the home had burned down. As recovery efforts for the five children’s remains began, the Sodders were shocked to learn that there were none. Investigators claim all five children perished in the fire, though no remains have ever been found. Join us for today’s episode to learn what happened to the Sodder children and the theories that have circulated since the tragic fire in 1945. So, grab your cafecito, and let's get started. You can keep up with us on Instagram at @cafecitoandcrimepod Or you can send us a nice email to [email protected]
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In the very early hours of December 25, 1945, the Sodder family, which consisted of parents George and Jennie and their 10 children, was asleep in their beds when the home caught fire. Georgie, Jennie, and four of their children rushed out of the home, yelling for the other five to run out too, but they didn’t hear them rushing downstairs. Multiple attempts were made to rescue the children and get them to safety, but they were all unsuccessful. When the fire department finally arrived, the ho...
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