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Small towns talk-
and we're listening.

Hosted by Jules Thorp - Missing in Hush Town is a long form investigative true crime podcast covering unsolved & missing persons cases in small hush towns across the U.S.

Each season Jules dives deep into a case, interviewing family and friends while uncovering secrets & exposing the gatekeepers of justice.
No more good ole boys.
No more HUSH TOWN.


Small towns talk-
and we're listening.

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jules@fireeyesmedia.com


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Missing in Hush Town is a Fire Eyes Media LLC production

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Chapter 9 part 2: Valerie MarkowskiThis episode contains a series of clips from a 5-hour interview with Larry Markowski’s wife, Valerie Markowski. We wanted to provide a window into her world being married to Larry after Bethany went missing...Learn More:Visit BethanyMarkowski.com to learn more about Bethany’s caseExplore episode notes, photos, and related case information at MissingInHushTown.com.Missing in Hush Town Season 2 is executive produced in partnership by Fire Eyes Media LLC’s Jules Thorp and Jen Rivera and MomCast Productions’ Rachel Holloway and Heather Northcraft.  The script is written by Jules Thorp and edited by Heather Northcraft, project lead is Rachel Holloway, and master editing and audio production is done by Jen Rivera. Jules Thorp is your host. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/missing-in-hush-town--6404892/support.
Chapter 9 part 1: Valerie MarkowskiIn this Chapter we have an in depth and personal conversation with Larry's current wife Valerie. She shares her story for the first time on the podcast...The following interviews express opinions of the interviewees and their personal experiences and do not reflect the opinions of Fire Eyes Media or Mom Cast Productions. This episode contains stories of physical and sexual abuse, please listen responsibly. Learn More:Visit BethanyMarkowski.com to learn more about Bethany’s caseExplore episode notes, photos, and related case information at MissingInHushTown.com.Missing in Hush Town Season 2 is executive produced in partnership by Fire Eyes Media LLC’s Jules Thorp and Jen Rivera and MomCast Productions’ Rachel Holloway and Heather Northcraft.  The script is written by Jules Thorp and edited by Heather Northcraft, project lead is Rachel Holloway, and master editing and audio production is done by Jen Rivera. Jules Thorp is your host. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/missing-in-hush-town--6404892/support.
Chapter 8 part 2: On The MoveIn this episode we talk with Larry's current wife, Valerie Markowski, about her version of what Harold allegedly told Larry about the murder in Georgia...Learn More:Visit BethanyMarkowski.com to learn more about Bethany’s caseExplore episode notes, photos, and related case information at MissingInHushTown.com.Missing in Hush Town Season 2 is executive produced in partnership by Fire Eyes Media LLC’s Jules Thorp and Jen Rivera and MomCast Productions’ Rachel Holloway and Heather Northcraft.  The script is written by Jules Thorp and edited by Heather Northcraft, project lead is Rachel Holloway, and master editing and audio production is done by Jen Rivera. Jules Thorp is your host. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/missing-in-hush-town--6404892/support.
Chapter 8 part 1: On The MoveIn this chapter we revisit a story that both Larry and Harold told about the alleged murder of a man. We also piece together details of the months after Bethany disappeared...Learn More:Visit BethanyMarkowski.com to learn more about Bethany’s caseExplore episode notes, photos, and related case information at MissingInHushTown.com.Missing in Hush Town Season 2 is executive produced in partnership by Fire Eyes Media LLC’s Jules Thorp and Jen Rivera and MomCast Productions’ Rachel Holloway and Heather Northcraft.  The script is written by Jules Thorp and edited by Heather Northcraft, project lead is Rachel Holloway, and master editing and audio production is done by Jen Rivera. Jules Thorp is your host. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/missing-in-hush-town--6404892/support.
Chapter 7: Sheila & JonnieToday’s episode brings Jonnie and Sheila together to share their sides of the story as a united front,  for the first time...Listener discretion is advised. This episode discusses physical assault, verbal assault, sexual assault, and rape. Listen responsibly.  This episode contains first person narratives from individuals providing their recollection of their truth and are not the opinions of the podcast or the producers of the podcast.Learn More:Visit BethanyMarkowski.com to learn more about Bethany’s caseExplore episode notes, photos, and related case information at MissingInHushTown.com.*EDIT Correction:The gun which Daniel accidentally shot in the house did not go through the wall to Bethany's bedroom, it was through the wall to the outside of the house, but passed by Bethany who was sitting outside the bedroom in a chair. Missing in Hush Town Season 2 is executive produced in partnership by Fire Eyes Media LLC’s Jules Thorp and Jen Rivera and MomCast Productions’ Rachel Holloway and Heather Northcraft.  The script is written by Jules Thorp and edited by Heather Northcraft, project lead is Rachel Holloway, and master editing and audio production is done by Jen Rivera. Jules Thorp is your host. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/missing-in-hush-town--6404892/support.
Chapter 6: Jonnie CarterIn this episode we tell Jonnie's story...Jonnie’s story has never been publicly told. When we talked about the purpose of this podcast and how we approach our Missing in Hush Town series - we told Jonnie that we aim to tell the story as honestly and holistically as we can. We wanted the listeners to not just hear about Bethany, but to also know Jonnie. Fighting for Bethany has become Jonnie’s mission - her legacy, but when Jonnie was a young girl, nobody appeared to be fighting…for her.Learn More:Visit BethanyMarkowski.com to learn more about Bethany’s caseExplore episode notes, photos, and related case information at MissingInHushTown.com.Missing in Hush Town Season 2 is executive produced in partnership by Fire Eyes Media LLC’s Jules Thorp and Jen Rivera and MomCast Productions’ Rachel Holloway and Heather Northcraft.  The script is written by Jules Thorp and edited by Heather Northcraft, project lead is Rachel Holloway, and master editing and audio production is done by Jen Rivera. Jules Thorp is your host. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/missing-in-hush-town--6404892/support.
Chapter 5: Arkansas

Chapter 5: Arkansas

2026-01-0747:48

Chapter 5: Arkansas "Jenny was told by Larry about the plans for that weekend: They would all sleep at Larry’s home in Gleason on Thursday night, then on Friday- they’d go to Nashville and look at apartments. Jenny still had a strained relationship with her father, but he told her that since he’s driving trucks again, he’d only be there on the weekends and the apartment would essentially be Jenny and her boyfriend’s all week. To Jenny- a young adult who spent her life in small rural towns in Tennessee, moving to Nashville with her boyfriend in an apartment sounded like a great idea- and she would get to be near her little sister- so she was sold. But when they woke up on Friday morning, ready to go grab breakfast and then spend the day apartment shopping in Nashville before it was time to all pick Bethany up for the weekend visit, Jenny shares with us how plans drastically were changed."Learn More:Visit BethanyMarkowski.com to learn more about Bethany’s caseExplore episode notes, photos, and related case information at MissingInHushTown.com.Missing in Hush Town Season 2 is executive produced in partnership by Fire Eyes Media LLC’s Jules Thorp and Jen Rivera and MomCast Productions’ Rachel Holloway and Heather Northcraft.  The script is written by Jules Thorp and edited by Heather Northcraft, project lead is Rachel Holloway, and master editing and audio production is done by Jen Rivera. Jules Thorp is your host. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/missing-in-hush-town--6404892/support.
Chapter 4 part 2: The Abduction Attempt"Jonnie knew she needed to enroll Bethany back into school- and that legally she’d only have 5 days to re enroll her. Since Larry could easily find Aunt Lori, it was decided that Jonnie and Bethany were to stay with Aunt Lori’s best friend, Dianne. Once Bethany was enrolled in Du Pont Tyler Elementary, unbeknownst to them, Larry was already working doggedly behind the scenes to track Bethany- he was listing every school from Illinois to southern Tennessee and calling them one by one. And it would be on January 31st, 2001, that he would find Bethany– which is one day before her 11th birthday."Learn More:Visit BethanyMarkowski.com to learn more about Bethany’s caseExplore episode notes, photos, and related case information at MissingInHushTown.com.Missing in Hush Town Season 2 is executive produced in partnership by Fire Eyes Media LLC’s Jules Thorp and Jen Rivera and MomCast Productions’ Rachel Holloway and Heather Northcraft.  The script is written by Jules Thorp and edited by Heather Northcraft, project lead is Rachel Holloway, and master editing and audio production is done by Jen Rivera. Jules Thorp is your host. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/missing-in-hush-town--6404892/support.
Chapter 4: The Weeks Before March 4, 2001"Jonnie was nervous- she had to be by the phone, but running between the car and the house phone was proving more and more difficult as Larry’s calls were increasing in frequency. She knew if she didn’t answer each time he called, he would become suspicious and would return home- and she couldn’t afford that. This time was it- this would be the final time she would leave Larry Markowski and fight for a safer life with her children."Learn More:Visit BethanyMarkowski.com to learn more about Bethany’s caseExplore episode notes, photos, and related case information at MissingInHushTown.com.Missing in Hush Town Season 2 is executive produced in partnership by Fire Eyes Media LLC’s Jules Thorp and Jen Rivera and MomCast Productions’ Rachel Holloway and Heather Northcraft.  The script is written by Jules Thorp and edited by Heather Northcraft, project lead is Rachel Holloway, and master editing and audio production is done by Jen Rivera. Jules Thorp is your host. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/missing-in-hush-town--6404892/support.
For 25 years, Bethany Markowski has been missing - but never forgotten.In this episode, her family shares memories, laughter, and heartbreak as they remember the little girl they knew and loved. Through their voices, we’re reminded that while Bethany may be missing, her story, and her impact, live on.Learn More:Visit BethanyMarkowski.com to learn more about Bethany’s caseExplore episode notes, photos, and related case information at MissingInHushTown.com.Missing in Hush Town Season 2 is executive produced in partnership by Fire Eyes Media LLC’s Jules Thorp and Jen Rivera and MomCast Productions’ Rachel Holloway and Heather Northcraft.  The script is written by Jules Thorp and edited by Heather Northcraft, project lead is Rachel Holloway, and master editing and audio production is done by Jen Rivera. Jules Thorp is your host. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/missing-in-hush-town--6404892/support.
In the weeks following Bethany Markowski’s disappearance, new details began to surface - raising questions about what may have happened inside Larry Markowski’s van and what investigators really found.As the story unfolds, one thing becomes clear: every answer only leads to more questions.View relevant photos for this episode here:https://missinginhushtown.com/blog/chapter-2Learn More:Visit BethanyMarkowski.com to learn more about Bethany’s caseExplore episode notes, photos, and related case information at MissingInHushTown.com.Missing in Hush Town Season 2 is executive produced in partnership by Fire Eyes Media LLC’s Jules Thorp and Jen Rivera and MomCast Productions’ Rachel Holloway and Heather Northcraft.  The script is written by Jules Thorp and edited by Heather Northcraft, project lead is Rachel Holloway, and master editing and audio production is done by Jen Rivera. Jules Thorp is your host. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/missing-in-hush-town--6404892/support.
In the days following 11-year-old Bethany Markowski’s disappearance, her mother Jonnie refused to rest. She called detectives every thirty minutes, plastered missing posters across Jackson, and begged anyone who would listen for answers.Amid the chaos, one truth stood out - Jonnie passed her polygraph with flying colors. Larry Markowski did not.As the investigation unfolded, the question lingered: How could a father forget?View relevant photos for this episode here:https://missinginhushtown.com/blog/chapter-1-pt-3Learn More:Visit BethanyMarkowski.com to learn more about Bethany’s caseExplore episode notes, photos, and related case information at MissingInHushTown.com.Missing in Hush Town Season 2 is executive produced in partnership by Fire Eyes Media LLC’s Jules Thorp and Jen Rivera and MomCast Productions’ Rachel Holloway and Heather Northcraft.  The script is written by Jules Thorp and edited by Heather Northcraft, project lead is Rachel Holloway, and master editing and audio production is done by Jen Rivera. Jules Thorp is your host. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/missing-in-hush-town--6404892/support.
It’s 5:15 p.m. on March 4th, 2001. A 911 call is made from the Old Hickory Mall in Jackson, Tennessee. A father reports his daughter missing - an 11-year-old who went inside to shop, but never came back. He says he fell asleep in his van while she was gone.That father was Larry MarkowskiThat daughter was Bethany MarkowskiView relevant photos for this episode here:https://missinginhushtown.com/blog/chapter-1-pt-2Learn More:Visit BethanyMarkowski.com to learn more about Bethany’s caseExplore episode notes, photos, and related case information at MissingInHushTown.com.Missing in Hush Town Season 2 is executive produced in partnership by Fire Eyes Media LLC’s Jules Thorp and Jen Rivera and MomCast Productions’ Rachel Holloway and Heather Northcraft.  The script is written by Jules Thorp and edited by Heather Northcraft, project lead is Rachel Holloway, and master editing and audio production is done by Jen Rivera. Jules Thorp is your host. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/missing-in-hush-town--6404892/support.
It’s early March in Tennessee - the season when winter begins to fade and yellow daffodils push through the cold soil, ready to be picked by a child’s hand. It’s how Bethany Markowski should have spent that day - smiling, carefree, and surrounded by the promise of spring. But on March 4th, 2001, 11-year-old Bethany Leanne Markowski vanished without a trace.What began as an ordinary Sunday became the day that changed everything...View relevant photos for this episode here:https://missinginhushtown.com/blog/chapter-1-pt1Learn More:Visit BethanyMarkowski.com to learn more about Bethany’s caseExplore episode notes, photos, and related case information at MissingInHushTown.com.Missing in Hush Town Season 2 is executive produced in partnership by Fire Eyes Media LLC’s Jules Thorp and Jen Rivera and MomCast Productions’ Rachel Holloway and Heather Northcraft.  The script is written by Jules Thorp and edited by Heather Northcraft, project lead is Rachel Holloway, and master editing and audio production is done by Jen Rivera. Jules Thorp is your host. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/missing-in-hush-town--6404892/support.
Prologue

Prologue

2025-10-2210:451

Fifteen years after her 11-year-old Bethany Markowski vanished without a trace, her mother - Jonnie Carter’s phone rings. The number is one she knows all too well - the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation’s Missing Children’s Unit. Every call brings the possibility of hope … or heartbreak. Learn More:Visit BethanyMarkowski.com to learn more about Bethany’s caseExplore episode notes, photos, and related case information at MissingInHushTown.com.Missing in Hush Town Season 2 is executive produced in partnership by Fire Eyes Media LLC’s Jules Thorp and Jen Rivera and MomCast Productions’ Rachel Holloway and Heather Northcraft.  The script is written by Jules Thorp and edited by Heather Northcraft, project lead is Rachel Holloway, and master editing and audio production is done by Jen Rivera. Jules Thorp is your host. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/missing-in-hush-town--6404892/support.
Missing in Hush Town LIVE Q&A with Jules + CaseySTOP- Don't listen until you've completed the entire first season of Missing in Hush Town.Thank you for being a Wix Warrior.We have some unfinished business.We answer some of your most pressing questions and we try to update everyone as best we can while we pick up where the podcast left off in Chapter 11, "And Now We Know"xoxo Jules + CaseyModerated by investigative journalist Jen Rivera Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/missing-in-hush-town--6404892/support.
Send us a textChapter 11: ...And Now We KnowAnd now we keep fighting. Thank you for becoming a Wix Warrior. We're just getting started.xox Jules & Casey Don't miss Jules' weekly true crime podcast, True Crime and Headlines with Jules & Jen Help support our show by leaving us a 5 star review and rating wherever you get your podcasts!10 % of all profits from this podcast will be donated back to the Wix family to fund their costs in this journey of justice.For more information, visit our website www.missinginhushtown.comYou're wanted.You're loved.And you deserve to be found. Hometown Connect Your all-in-one app for Middle TN communities. SixOneFive Real Estate Advisors, LLC People Over Profit.Relive StudioUnlock the story your brand deserves. Andi B's Boutique Creating faith, pet, and family-friendly designs for all.  Hometown Connect Your all-in-one app for Mid TN communities. SixOneFive Real Estate Advisors, LLC People Over Profit.Andi B's Boutique Creating faith, pet, and family-friendly designs for all. Relive StudioUnlock the story your brand deserves.  Hometown Connect Your direct connection to local dining, shopping, events, jobs, and news in Middle Tennessee communiSixOneFive Real Estate Advisors, LLC People Over Profit.Andi B's Boutique Creating faith, pet, and family-friendly designs for all. Relive StudioUnlock the story yourHometown Connect Your direct connection to local dining, shopping, events, jobs, and news in Middle Tennessee communiSixOneFive Real Estate Advisors, LLC People Over Profit.Andi B's Boutique Creating faith, pet, and family-friendly designs for all. Relive StudioUnlock the story your brand deserves. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/missing-in-hush-town--6404892/support.
Send us a textChapter 10: Dad NEVER Gives UpAdrianna Wix's father, Billy Williams, opens up publicly for the first time about his 20-year-long fight to find his daughter. This is his story.  Thank you to our episode sponsor:Hendersonville Family Psychiatry- Because mental health is Health Don't miss Jules' weekly true crime podcast, True Crime and Headlines with Jules & Jen Help support our show by leaving us a 5 star review and rating wherever you get your podcasts!10 % of all profits from this podcast will be donated back to the Wix family to fund their costs in this journey of justice.For more information, visit our website www.missinginhushtown.comYou're wanted.You're loved.And you deserve to be found. Hometown Connect Your all-in-one app for Middle TN communities. SixOneFive Real Estate Advisors, LLC People Over Profit.Relive StudioUnlock the story your brand deserves. Andi B's Boutique Creating faith, pet, and family-friendly designs for all.  Hometown Connect Your direct connection to local dining, shopping, events, jobs, and news in Middle Tennessee communiSixOneFive Real Estate Advisors, LLC People Over Profit.Andi B's Boutique Creating faith, pet, and family-friendly designs for all. Relive StudioUnlock the story yourSupport the showBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/missing-in-hush-town--6404892/support.
Chapter 9: SUSPICIOUS

Chapter 9: SUSPICIOUS

2024-08-1644:46

Send us a textChapter 9: SUSPICIOUS Don't miss Jules' weekly true crime podcast, True Crime and Headlines with Jules & Jen Help support our show by leaving us a 5 star review and rating wherever you get your podcasts!10 % of all profits from this podcast will be donated back to the Wix family to fund their costs in this journey of justice.For more information, visit our website www.missinginhushtown.comYou're wanted.You're loved.And you deserve to be found. Thank you to our episode sponsor:Barnyard Academy in Robertson County, TN Hometown Connect Your all-in-one app for Middle TN communities. SixOneFive Real Estate Advisors, LLC People Over Profit.Relive StudioUnlock the story your brand deserves. Andi B's Boutique Creating faith, pet, and family-friendly designs for all.  Hometown Connect Your all-in-one app for Mid TN communities. SixOneFive Real Estate Advisors, LLC People Over Profit.Andi B's Boutique Creating faith, pet, and family-friendly designs for all. Relive StudioUnlock the story your brand deserves.  Hometown Connect Your direct connection to local dining, shopping, events, jobs, and news in Middle Tennessee communiSixOneFive Real Estate Advisors, LLC People Over Profit.Andi B's Boutique Creating faith, pet, and family-friendly designs for all. Relive StudioUnlock the story yourSupport the showBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/missing-in-hush-town--6404892/support.
Chapter 8: After March 25th, 2004...(UPDATED CH 8 EPISODE WITH NEW INTERVIEW AUDIO)A BIG thank you to True CrimeCast Podcast for helping us bring you the best quality audio for Brian Edwards' interview in this episide. They graciously performed and recorded Brian Edwards' transcript for us so the content could be accessible to all. Check out their chart topping podcast, True CrimeCast, here:Apple PodcastsSpotify PodcastsTikTok @truecrimecastX True CrimeCastThe relentless efforts to find Jennifer and Adrianna Wix begin.Thank you to this episode's sponsors:Prater Industrial ServicesHonest Air Heating and Cooling Hometown Connect Your all-in-one app for Middle TN communities. SixOneFive Real Estate Advisors, LLC People Over Profit.Relive StudioUnlock the story your brand deserves. Andi B's Boutique Creating faith, pet, and family-friendly designs for all.  Hometown Connect Your all-in-one app for Mid TN communities. SixOneFive Real Estate Advisors, LLC People Over Profit.Andi B's Boutique Creating faith, pet, and family-friendly designs for all. Relive StudioUnlock the story your brand deserves.  Hometown Connect Your direct connection to local dining, shopping, events, jobs, and news in Middle Tennessee communiSixOneFive Real Estate Advisors, LLC People Over Profit.Andi B's Boutique Creating faith, pet, and family-friendly designs for all. Relive StudioUnlock the story yourSupport the showBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/missing-in-hush-town--6404892/support.
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Erin Harrington

Great last episode!! Wow

Aug 20th
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