In this episode of Tall Boy Radio, hosts Beans and Gaz are joined by Hopper Dailey, the host and producer of the popular true crime podcast, The Final Trace. The episode offers a deep dive into the world of true crime podcasting and the meticulous work that goes into each episode of Dailey's show. Listeners get an exclusive look at the process of unraveling cold cases and how a podcast can shed new light on baffling mysteries.
The conversation touches on some of the most compelling and unsettling cases that The Final Trace has covered. One such case is the tragic "Gumi Baby" incident from early 2021 in South Korea, where the mummified remains of a three-year-old girl were discovered in an apartment. The hosts and Dailey discuss the chilling twist in the case: the woman initially arrested wasn't the child's biological mother, a fact confirmed by a 99.9999% DNA match. They explore how the case went unnoticed and how the podcast sheds light on disappearances that are "forgotten" rather than "loud."
Another case discussed is the strange disappearance of Julie Mott from a San Antonio funeral home in 2015. Mott, who had passed away from cystic fibrosis, was awaiting cremation when her body vanished. The conversation details the civil lawsuit filed by her family against the funeral home for negligence and highlights the theories surrounding the case, including a suspect who was allegedly obsessed with Mott. The discussion also touches on the challenges and emotional toll of investigating such sensitive and heartbreaking cases.
Finally, the episode covers the mystery of Michael Negrete, a popular UCLA freshman who vanished from his dorm in 1999, and the story of Brent Brand, a case from Dailey's hometown. They delve into the bizarre details of Negrete's disappearance—his personal belongings were left behind and he was last seen by a friend after an online video game. The hosts and Dailey discuss the various theories and the ongoing efforts to find answers. The episode provides an excellent look into the investigative process, the human element of true crime, and the commitment required to tell these important stories.
Listen to the Final Trace here
The Final Trace | Podcast on Spotify
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