The Last Known

In June 2021, 33-year-old Ranelle Rose Bennett, a mother of two and member of the Navajo Nation, disappeared after visiting her mother’s home in Hogback, New Mexico.She was last seen leaving that day—and was never heard from again.Months later, her shoes and sweater were discovered in Shiprock, New Mexico.But Ranelle herself was nowhere to be found.In this episode of The Last Known, we explore the timeline of her disappearance, the troubling discovery of her belongings, and the unanswered questions that remain years later.👣 Who was Ranelle Rose Bennett?📅 What happened after she left her mother’s home in June 2021?🕯️ And does someone in that community know more than they’ve said?🎧 Listen now to learn Ranelle’s story—and help keep her name alive.

What does it take to keep fighting for those who never came home?In this important interview, we’re joined by Tanya Grassel-Krietlow, a long-time advocate, leader, and survivor who’s spent over 30 years working alongside Native communities. Tanya walks us through the realities of the MMIP crisis, from the personal impact of trauma to the broken systems that leave families in the dark.We talk about jurisdictional gridlock, underreported cases, community empowerment, and the slow, powerful process of healing. Tanya shares hard truths, actionable insight—and above all, hope.⏳ Due to some technical issues, this episode upload was delayed—but it’s a conversation we were determined to bring you. Thank you for your patience.🔁 For a companion conversation with Tanya on advocacy, allyship, and cultural visibility, check out her interview on our sister podcast, A.J. Chat, available now wherever you get your podcasts.

In 1969, 13-year-old Jacqueline Davis, an enrolled member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, vanished while walking to a friend’s house in Cherokee, North Carolina—and was never seen again.Over 50 years have passed. No suspects. No leads. No answers.In this powerful episode of The Last Known, we explore how Jackie’s story became one of the earliest—and most overlooked—cases in the ongoing MMIW (Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women) crisis. Her disappearance highlights the tragic pattern of ignored investigations and erased Indigenous voices.If you have any information regarding the case or tips:Text BIAMMU and Your Tip to 847411CALL in Tips to 1-833-560-2065Email [email protected]👣 Who was Jacqueline Davis?📅 What happened on April 12, 1969?🕯️ Why did her story go unheard for decades?We answer these questions, honor her memory, and share how you can help bring attention to her case—and others like it.🎧 Start listening now and be part of the movement to ensure Jacqueline is never forgotten.

The disappearance of Anna Maciejewska remains one of the most puzzling missing person cases in recent history. In this episode of The Last Known, we sit down with The Ever Evolving Truth podcast team to discuss their coverage of Anna’s case, their approach to true crime storytelling, and the challenges of investigating unsolved mysteries.We dive deep into Anna’s case—exploring key theories, overlooked evidence, and the lasting impact on her family and community. Could new developments bring long-awaited answers? And what role does media play in keeping cases like Anna’s in the public eye?Join us for an in-depth conversation about investigative journalism, ethics in true crime, and the relentless pursuit of truth.

In this episode of The Last Known, we uncover the unsolved disappearance of Diane Lynn Medicine Horse, a 26-year-old Crow woman who vanished from Crow Agency, Montana, on September 28, 1981. With decades of unanswered questions, we explore what happened that night, why her case was overlooked, and how it fits into the larger crisis of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW). What really happened to Diane, and why has justice been so hard to find?