Podcast
What Happened to the McStays?
In a quiet suburb of San Diego County, a family of four seemingly vanishes into thin air. When investigators search their home, they find the family’s two beloved dogs unattended outside, rotting food left around the house and clothes strewn across the floor. Did the McStays leave of their own accord, or did something far more sinister happen?
A six-part series from 20/20 and ABC Audio, hosted by Ashan Singh. New episodes Tuesdays.
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- True Crime chart
- #48
- Episodes
- 8
- Releases
- Weekly
- Typical length
- 30 min
- On air since
- 2026
- Latest episode
- 1 month ago
Episodes
8 episodes, from the first
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2 min
Introducing 'What Happened to the McStays?' Trailer
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In a quiet suburb of San Diego County, a family of four seemingly vanishes into thin air. Did the McStays leave of their own accord, or did something far more sinister happen?
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28 min
11 Days
Episode 1
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The McStay family home is found frozen in time — and spurs a yearslong mystery.
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30 min
Missing?
Episode 2
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Weeks into the search for the McStay family, investigators find a promising clue. Family and friends aren't convinced.
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32 min
In the Desert
Episode 3
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A motorcyclist finds something startling in the Mojave Desert.
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29 min
Questions and Answers
Episode 4
Show notes
Scouring new and old clues, police close in on one suspect.
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32 min
The Best Friend
Episode 5
Show notes
Without a smoking gun, detectives try to piece together what may have happened to the McStays after they disappeared.
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37 min
Life or Death
Episode 6
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The McStay case goes to trial, with a man's life hanging in the balance.
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19 min
Bonus: The Call
Episode 7
Show notes
Ashan Singh and Start Here host Brad Mielke reflect on the McStay murders and dive deeper into the individuals close to the case. Plus, an ABC News-exclusive interview with Chase Merritt from prison.
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