***LIVE*** MAINE DHHS FAILURES AND CORRUPTION

***LIVE*** MAINE DHHS FAILURES AND CORRUPTION

Author: Travis hartford July 18, 2025 Duration: 1:29:20
Tonight, we are privileged to welcome Corey, a passionate advocate who has taken to social media to shed light on the shortcomings of Maine's Child Protective Services (CPS) and the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). Corey's commitment to raising awareness about these critical issues is vital, especially as we delve into the heartbreaking stories of children who have suffered due to systemic failures. Among the cases we will examine are those of Marissa Kennedy, Ayla Reynolds, and Maddox Williams, each of whom tragically lost their lives or went missing while in the care of a parent, highlighting the dire consequences of negligence within the system.In addition to these tragic cases, we will also discuss the heartbreaking stories of foster children Logan Marr and Majesty Macfarlane, both of whom died while under the supervision of their foster parents. These incidents raise urgent questions about the effectiveness of the protective measures in place and the accountability of those responsible for the welfare of vulnerable children. The circumstances surrounding these cases reveal a troubling pattern that cannot be ignored, as they underscore the critical need for reform within CPS and DHHS to ensure that children are safeguarded from harm.As we explore these distressing narratives, we must confront the pressing question: why are so many children dying while under the care of CPS and DHHS in Maine? This inquiry is not merely about statistics; it is about the lives lost and the families shattered by preventable tragedies. Tonight, we aim to foster a deeper understanding of the systemic issues at play and advocate for meaningful changes that prioritize the safety and well-being of children in the state.

Travis Hartford hosts Locating the Lost, a journey into the shadows where facts fade and questions linger. Each episode is a deep, respectful exploration of cases that have slipped through the cracks-individuals who have vanished without a trace, cold cases that defy conventional explanation, and occasional brushes with the unexplained that surround such events. The focus here is on the human stories at the heart of the mystery, told with a careful balance of detail and empathy. You’ll hear Travis delve into the available evidence, discuss the theories that have emerged over time, and often sit with the unsettling reality that some puzzles remain incomplete. This isn't about sensationalism; it's about the persistent search for answers in the face of silence. For anyone drawn to the complexities of true crime and the haunting possibility of the paranormal, this podcast offers a thoughtful, compelling space to consider what happens when someone simply disappears. The atmosphere is one of quiet investigation, making it a distinctive voice in the genre.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Locating the Lost
Podcast Episodes
***LIVE*** Missing Michael Madore [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:55
Tonight we are joined by Michael's sister Teri Krause. Madore was last seen riding a ten-speed bicycle in Milo, Maine on April 6, 1996. He was allegedly headed towards the Bangor area, Michael has never been heard from a…
***LIVE*** Travis Roberson Lost in the Night [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:06:23
Roberson was last seen on February 28, 2006, in downtown Fayetteville, Arkansas, specifically on Dickson Street, where he was enjoying time with friends in anticipation of celebrating Mardi Gras. Unfortunately, he began…
***LIVE*** SEARCHING FOR STEFANIE [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:09:33
Tonight we are joined by Christopher Damron the father of Stefanie Damron and Christie Rand an advocate searching for Stefanie.At the time she went missing, Stefanie was noted to be 5 feet tall and weighed around 130 pou…
***LIVE*** CAMERON SEQUEIRA-It's Time For Answers [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:00:04
In late June of 2010, the small community of Forest Lakes, Arizona, was shaken by the sudden disappearance of 32-year-old Cameron Sequeira. On that fateful day, Cameron entrusted his young daughter to a relative of his g…
***LIVE*** WHY IS JUSTICE DELAYED FOR SANDRA BIRCHMORE? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:18:20
On February 4, 2021, the staff at Sharon Public Schools became concerned when Sandra Birchmore failed to report to work for several consecutive days. Their worries prompted them to contact the police, who subsequently di…
***LIVE*** The Most Vulnerable -The addicted and homeless [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:03:38
Tonight we are joined by Dannielle Hartford, a drug and alcohol counselor as well as a community volunteer. We discuss the vulnerabilities of the unhoused and addicted in the dark realm of the missing and unsolved.
***LIVE*** Justice for Samantha Humphrey [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:00:02
On the night of November 25, 2022, Samantha Humphrey, a teenager from Schenectady, left her home around 11 p.m. and made her way to Riverside Park, located in the Stockade neighborhood. Her mother, Jaclyn Humphrey, revea…
***LIVE*** Fred Corrow -A Mystery in Moosehead [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:12
On November 18, 1969, Fred Corrow, a resident of Dixfield, Maine, embarked on a solo student flight from Folsom's Flying Service in Greenville, piloting a rented Cessna 180, designated N9113T. Eyewitnesses later reported…
***LIVE*** AYLA REYNOLDS -13 YEARS HIDDEN [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:13:27
Ayla was temporarily placed in the care of her father, Justin DiPietro, by a Maine Department of Human Services employee named Karen Small. It has been reported by relatives that Small opted not to conduct a home visit b…
***LIVE***John Brent McGhee -Missing and Betrayed [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 59:03
On July 11th 2024, when his mother dropped him off at his cousin's residence around 10:30 AM she never thought it would be the last time she would see him. After spending approximately 20 minutes there, he departed on fo…