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This podcast delves into the mysterious disappearance of Cody Johnson, a young man who vanished shortly after his wedding in Callispell, Montana. The investigation begins with his boss reporting him missing, raising questions about the absence of his new wife, Jordan, in the initial report. Jordan provides her account of the events leading up to Cody's disappearance, mentioning a phone call that upset Cody and his subsequent departure with friends. However, inconsistencies in her story and her delayed reporting of his absence raise red flags for investigators. A cryptic email from a person named Carman Tony claims Cody fell off a cliff, prompting investigators to investigate the sender's identity. The email is traced to Jordan's stepfather, Stephen Rutledge, but further investigation reveals it was likely sent by Jordan herself. Jordan leads a search party to Glacier National Park, a place she claims Cody wanted to see before he died. She points out a location where she believes she sees a body, leading to the involvement of park rangers and a full-scale investigation. Investigators confirm the presence of Cody's body at the base of a cliff in Glacier National Park. The investigation shifts to determining the cause of death and whether foul play was involved. Interviews with Cody's friends and family reveal that Cody was afraid of heights, raising questions about how he ended up at the cliff. The focus of the investigation shifts to Jordan's behavior and potential involvement in Cody's death. Jordan's maid of honor, Kimberly Martinez, reveals that Jordan was unhappy with her marriage and had expressed concerns about intimacy with Cody. Jordan eventually confesses to pushing Cody off the cliff during an argument, claiming it was unintentional. She later pleads guilty to second-degree murder and is sentenced to 30 years in prison.

Outlines

00:00:00

The Disappearance of Cody Johnson

This podcast investigates the disappearance of Cody Johnson, a young man who vanished shortly after his wedding in Callispell, Montana. The investigation begins with his boss reporting him missing, raising questions about the absence of his new wife, Jordan, in the initial report.

00:00:20

Jordan's Story and Suspicions Arise

Jordan, Cody's wife, provides her account of the events leading up to Cody's disappearance. She mentions a phone call that upset Cody and his subsequent departure with friends. However, inconsistencies in her story and her delayed reporting of his absence raise red flags for investigators.

00:01:04

A Cryptic Email and the Search for Carman Tony

A mysterious email from a person named Carman Tony claims Cody fell off a cliff, prompting investigators to investigate the sender's identity. The email is traced to Jordan's stepfather, Stephen Rutledge, but further investigation reveals it was likely sent by Jordan herself.

00:16:52

The Discovery at Glacier National Park

Jordan leads a search party to Glacier National Park, a place she claims Cody wanted to see before he died. She points out a location where she believes she sees a body, leading to the involvement of park rangers and a full-scale investigation.

00:20:14

Confirmation of Cody's Death and the Investigation Continues

Investigators confirm the presence of Cody's body at the base of a cliff in Glacier National Park. The investigation shifts to determining the cause of death and whether foul play was involved.

00:23:35

Jordan's Unhappiness and the Shift in Focus

Interviews with Cody's friends and family reveal that Cody was afraid of heights, raising questions about how he ended up at the cliff. The focus of the investigation shifts to Jordan's behavior and potential involvement in Cody's death.

00:29:43

Jordan's Confession and the Plea Deal

Jordan's maid of honor, Kimberly Martinez, reveals that Jordan was unhappy with her marriage and had expressed concerns about intimacy with Cody. Jordan eventually confesses to pushing Cody off the cliff during an argument, claiming it was unintentional. She later pleads guilty to second-degree murder and is sentenced to 30 years in prison.

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Q&A

• What were the initial inconsistencies in Jordan's story that raised suspicions for investigators?

  Jordan's delayed reporting of Cody's disappearance, her account of a phone call that upset Cody, and her claim that he left with friends, despite evidence suggesting otherwise, raised red flags for investigators.

• How did investigators determine that Jordan was likely responsible for sending the email from Carman Tony?

  The email was traced to Jordan's stepfather's computer, but further investigation revealed that Jordan was the only person in the household who could have sent the email.

• What was the key debate in Jordan's trial, and how did it impact her sentence?

  The key debate was over Jordan's intent in pushing Cody off the cliff. The prosecution argued that it was intentional, while the defense claimed it was an accident. The conviction for second-degree murder, rather than first-degree murder, resulted in a shorter sentence.

• What were some of the reasons given for Jordan's actions, and why did she choose to push Cody off a cliff instead of simply ending the marriage?

  Some suggested that Jordan was afraid of her life changing and was terrified of the consequences of ending the marriage. Others speculated that she was unable to communicate her feelings effectively and resorted to violence.

Show Notes