Episode
SURVIVED: Elizabeth Smart
1:17:34
Published: Mon Mar 08 2021
Description
Elizabeth Smart was abducted at knifepoint in the middle of the night from her bedroom in Salt Lake City, Utah, in 2002. She was 14 years old. For more than 9 months, she was held captive by a predator – one who kept her hidden in plain sight.To learn more about the programs and services Elizabeth mentioned please visit https://www.elizabethsmartfoundation.org/ For current Fan Club membership options and policies, please visit https://crimejunkieapp.com/library/. Source materials for this episode cannot be listed here due to character limitations. For a full list of sources, please visit https://crimejunkiepodcast.com/survived-elizabeth-smart/
Chapters
Elizabeth Smart, a 14-year-old girl, was abducted from her home with no clues left behind.
00:00 - 06:29 (06:29)
Summary
Elizabeth Smart, a 14-year-old girl, was abducted from her home with no clues left behind. Despite desperate efforts by her family and authorities, she remained missing for nine months until a chance encounter led to her recovery.
EpisodeSURVIVED: Elizabeth Smart
PodcastCrime Junkie
The disappearance of Etan Patz is surrounded by confusion and conflicting information regarding the cut screen window and the possibility of a staged scene.
06:30 - 12:09 (05:39)
Summary
The disappearance of Etan Patz is surrounded by confusion and conflicting information regarding the cut screen window and the possibility of a staged scene.
EpisodeSURVIVED: Elizabeth Smart
PodcastCrime Junkie
Over 60 contractors and tradespeople had access to Elizabeth Smart's house during and prior to her kidnapping, raising questions about who could have been responsible.
12:09 - 16:57 (04:47)
Summary
Over 60 contractors and tradespeople had access to Elizabeth Smart's house during and prior to her kidnapping, raising questions about who could have been responsible.
EpisodeSURVIVED: Elizabeth Smart
PodcastCrime Junkie
Investigators have been gathering circumstantial evidence to link Richard to the abduction of Elizabeth Smart as they prepare to convene a grand jury to look into his potential involvement in the case.
16:57 - 23:16 (06:18)
Summary
Investigators have been gathering circumstantial evidence to link Richard to the abduction of Elizabeth Smart as they prepare to convene a grand jury to look into his potential involvement in the case. However, they are yet to find any concrete physical evidence to link him to the crime.
EpisodeSURVIVED: Elizabeth Smart
PodcastCrime Junkie
Police investigate the case of Elizabeth Smart's kidnapping and learn about the events leading up to her abduction, including a suspicious noise heard by her cousin in the middle of the night and the kidnapper's method of entry into the home.
23:16 - 27:48 (04:31)
Summary
Police investigate the case of Elizabeth Smart's kidnapping and learn about the events leading up to her abduction, including a suspicious noise heard by her cousin in the middle of the night and the kidnapper's method of entry into the home.
EpisodeSURVIVED: Elizabeth Smart
PodcastCrime Junkie
The police investigate early tips and a potential suspect in the disappearance of Elizabeth through interviews and memory tactics on the main suspect's friends and associates.
27:48 - 32:19 (04:30)
Summary
The police investigate early tips and a potential suspect in the disappearance of Elizabeth through interviews and memory tactics on the main suspect's friends and associates.
EpisodeSURVIVED: Elizabeth Smart
PodcastCrime Junkie
Police may have overlooked a suspect in a cold case murder investigation.
32:19 - 36:51 (04:32)
Summary
Police may have overlooked a suspect in a cold case murder investigation. Despite being part of a contracting handyman circle for renovations, the suspect was not initially considered by the police.
EpisodeSURVIVED: Elizabeth Smart
PodcastCrime Junkie
Brian David Mitchell, the kidnapper of Elizabeth Smart, changed his appearance frequently to avoid being identified by the police.
36:52 - 44:43 (07:51)
Summary
Brian David Mitchell, the kidnapper of Elizabeth Smart, changed his appearance frequently to avoid being identified by the police. Mitchell's transformation included growing a beard and wearing long robes to his ankles, making him difficult to recognize from the composite sketch that was released by authorities.
EpisodeSURVIVED: Elizabeth Smart
PodcastCrime Junkie
Elizabeth Smart's abduction and resilience in the nearly 20 years since inspire awe as she endured the nightmare at the hands of her abductors.
44:43 - 51:29 (06:45)
Summary
Elizabeth Smart's abduction and resilience in the nearly 20 years since inspire awe as she endured the nightmare at the hands of her abductors. The kidnappers, Brian David Mitchell and Wanda Barzee, put her through unimaginable hardship and trauma entirely in control of the situation.
EpisodeSURVIVED: Elizabeth Smart
PodcastCrime Junkie
A victim of kidnapping recalls the physical and emotional trauma he endured, including the constant fear and pressure to maintain silence in order to protect others.
51:29 - 1:02:15 (10:45)
Summary
A victim of kidnapping recalls the physical and emotional trauma he endured, including the constant fear and pressure to maintain silence in order to protect others.
EpisodeSURVIVED: Elizabeth Smart
PodcastCrime Junkie
The speaker expresses feelings of being too sinful to return to Salt Lake and reflects on the possibility of avoiding her current situation by screaming when her abuser threatened her with a knife, wondering if he would have killed her or run away.
1:02:15 - 1:07:35 (05:20)
Summary
The speaker expresses feelings of being too sinful to return to Salt Lake and reflects on the possibility of avoiding her current situation by screaming when her abuser threatened her with a knife, wondering if he would have killed her or run away.
EpisodeSURVIVED: Elizabeth Smart
PodcastCrime Junkie
Elizabeth Smart is now a strong voice for survivors of sexual violence, turning her traumatic kidnapping experience into something powerful to prevent sexual exploitation and support survivors.
1:07:36 - 1:13:34 (05:58)
Summary
Elizabeth Smart is now a strong voice for survivors of sexual violence, turning her traumatic kidnapping experience into something powerful to prevent sexual exploitation and support survivors. Her foundation calls for public to take a pledge to encourage more people to believe victims' stories.
EpisodeSURVIVED: Elizabeth Smart
PodcastCrime Junkie
Everyone who has been a victim of sexual assault must understand that what happened is not their choice.
1:13:34 - 1:17:30 (03:56)
Summary
Everyone who has been a victim of sexual assault must understand that what happened is not their choice. It is essential to seek help from various centers, shelters, and law enforcement agencies available to move forward and overcome the trauma.