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This podcast delves into the unsolved disappearance of Jeanette Jevyetski in Odessa, Texas in 1982. The episode begins by introducing Jeanette and her husband Matt, who moved to Odessa from Colorado Springs for Matt's job prospects. However, Matt struggled to find work, leading Jeanette to take a job as a dancer at a topless club called the Dolls House. The episode explores the impact of Jeanette's pregnancy on their lives, her decision to stop dancing, and the challenges they faced as a young family. The episode then recounts the events leading up to Jeanette's disappearance, including her last night out at the Dolls House, her final conversation with Matt, and the start of a frantic search. The podcast details Matt's desperate search for Jeanette, his initial report to the police, and the lack of support he received from law enforcement. The episode describes the discovery of Matt's truck at a motel, the potential for evidence, and the police's failure to investigate the vehicle. The episode follows the investigation's progress, including the emergence of a lead involving a man named Ricky, who had been seen with Jeanette, and the subsequent lack of follow-up. The podcast discusses a tip from Betty, who claimed to have seen Jeanette in Dallas, and the subsequent investigation into a talent agency that may have employed her. The episode recounts the discovery of a skull near Odessa, the initial hope that it might be Jeanette's, and the eventual confirmation that it was not. The episode concludes by sharing Matt's memoir about his experience, his daughter Nicole's perspective on growing up without her mother, and the ongoing search for answers. The podcast highlights the failures of law enforcement in investigating Jeanette's disappearance and the enduring impact of her absence on her family.

Outlines

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Jeanette's Disappearance: A Cold Case in Odessa

This episode investigates the mysterious disappearance of Jeanette Jevyetski in Odessa, Texas in 1982, exploring the challenges faced by her husband Matt in his search for answers and the failures of law enforcement to properly investigate the case. The episode begins by introducing Jeanette and her husband Matt, who moved to Odessa from Colorado Springs for Matt's job prospects. However, Matt struggled to find work, leading Jeanette to take a job as a dancer at a topless club called the Dolls House. The episode explores the impact of Jeanette's pregnancy on their lives, her decision to stop dancing, and the challenges they faced as a young family.

00:07:34

The Disappearance and the Search

The episode recounts the events leading up to Jeanette's disappearance, including her last night out at the Dolls House, her final conversation with Matt, and the start of a frantic search. The podcast details Matt's desperate search for Jeanette, his initial report to the police, and the lack of support he received from law enforcement. The episode describes the discovery of Matt's truck at a motel, the potential for evidence, and the police's failure to investigate the vehicle.

00:21:19

Investigating Leads and the Cold Case

The episode follows the investigation's progress, including the emergence of a lead involving a man named Ricky, who had been seen with Jeanette, and the subsequent lack of follow-up. The podcast discusses a tip from Betty, who claimed to have seen Jeanette in Dallas, and the subsequent investigation into a talent agency that may have employed her. The episode recounts the discovery of a skull near Odessa, the initial hope that it might be Jeanette's, and the eventual confirmation that it was not. The episode concludes by sharing Matt's memoir about his experience, his daughter Nicole's perspective on growing up without her mother, and the ongoing search for answers.

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Q&A

• What was Jeanette's life like in Odessa before her disappearance?

  Jeanette and her husband Matt moved to Odessa for Matt's job prospects, but he struggled to find work. Jeanette began dancing at a topless club called the Dolls House, which provided them with a steady income.

• What were the circumstances surrounding Jeanette's disappearance?

  Jeanette left her husband and newborn daughter at home to go to the Dolls House. She told Matt she would be back soon, but she never returned. Matt reported her missing, but the police initially dismissed his concerns.

• What were the key challenges Matt faced in trying to find Jeanette?

  Matt had no transportation, no phone, and limited financial resources. He was also met with skepticism and inaction from law enforcement.

• What happened to Matt's truck and why was it significant?

  Matt's truck was found abandoned at a motel, suggesting it may have been involved in Jeanette's disappearance. However, the police failed to properly investigate the vehicle for evidence.

• What was the outcome of the investigation into Jeanette's disappearance?

  Despite several leads and tips, Jeanette's case remains unsolved. The investigation has been hampered by a lack of evidence, inconsistent information, and a lack of follow-up by law enforcement.

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