The Megyn Kelly Show: "Mysterious Phone Call, New Leads - Part 3 of Megyn Kelly Investigates: Baby Lisa's Disappearance" | Ep. 1024
Release Date: March 12, 2025
Overview
In the gripping third installment of "Megyn Kelly Investigates: Baby Lisa's Disappearance," host Megyn Kelly delves deeper into the mysterious vanishing of 10-month-old Lisa Irwin from Kansas City, Missouri, nearly 13 years ago. This episode, titled "Mysterious Phone Call, New Leads," uncovers new evidence, examines pivotal interviews, and explores emerging theories that bring fresh perspectives to this unresolved case.
Key Segments
1. Introduction to New Leads [00:30 - 03:20]
Megyn Kelly sets the stage by recapping the disappearance of Baby Lisa Irwin and introduces the primary suspects and persons of interest. She highlights the significance of a $100,000 reward and the community's relentless pursuit of answers.
Notable Quote:
"Nearly 13 years ago in Kansas City, Missouri, Lisa Irwin, a 10-month-old baby girl, vanished in the middle of the night. What could have possibly happened to her?"
— Megyn Kelly [00:30]
2. Examination of Phone Evidence [03:21 - 14:00]
This segment focuses on the critical clue involving three cell phones found on the Irwin's kitchen counter the night Lisa disappeared. Megyn discusses the significance of an attempted call from one functioning phone to Megan Wright's number, leading investigators to new directions.
Notable Quotes:
"We told you that there was a phone call from one of Deborah's phones... that was our best lead."
— Jeremy Irwin [03:21]
"Megan had become a full-on methamphetamine addict and was trying to stay away from Tanko."
— Megyn Kelly [05:44]
3. In-Depth Interview with Megan Wright [04:01 - 16:07]
Megan Wright, a key figure with a tumultuous history, provides her account of the events surrounding the night of Lisa's disappearance. She details her relationship with John "Jersey" Tanko, her struggles with addiction, and her interactions with Tanko on the night in question.
Notable Quotes:
"I was in that house in the basement, getting high in the very early morning hours of October 3rd for the last time of my life."
— Megan Wright [07:57]
"I decided in that moment never getting high again. So October 4th is my first day sober."
— Megan Wright [10:43]
4. Revelation of John Tanko's Confession [16:45 - 24:01]
Kansas City attorney Cindy Short shares her intense 10-hour interview with John Tanko, who unexpectedly reveals that he found the three missing cell phones. This confession potentially links Tanko directly to the disappearance, offering a new avenue for investigation.
Notable Quotes:
"He told me he had found three cell phones and he told me where he had found them."
— Cindy Short [19:17]
"He was placing himself not just in proximity to the phones, but also in possession of them."
— Cindy Short [20:06]
5. Expert Analysis and Debates [26:07 - 38:09]
Megyn welcomes experts Phil Houston, a former CIA interrogator, and Bill Stanton, an ex-NYPD security expert, to dissect Megan Wright's credibility and Tanko's confession. The discussion explores potential deception, motives, and the reliability of the newfound evidence.
Notable Quotes:
"She's using these trials and challenges to hide something... trying to keep the light off of me."
— Phil Houston
"I think it's Jersey as well. I think that admission about finding three phones is ludicrous."
— Phil Houston [38:09]
6. Ongoing Mysteries and Theories [38:09 - 37:50]
The episode wraps up by addressing lingering questions about the motives behind the disappearance, the true role of Megan Wright, and the credibility of John Tanko's statements. Experts and Megyn speculate on whether the case involves a localized crime of opportunity or something more complex.
Notable Quotes:
"They have sad stories, but they still may be bad guys."
— Jim Spellman
"It's impossible to make sense of the phones to this day."
— Cindy Short [24:46]
Concluding Thoughts
As Episode 3 of "Megyn Kelly Investigates" concludes, the disappearance of Baby Lisa Irwin remains shrouded in mystery. New revelations about phone calls and John Tanko's unexpected confession inject fresh urgency into the case, yet significant questions linger. Megyn Kelly emphasizes the ongoing commitment to uncovering the truth and urges the public to come forward with any information.
Final Quote:
"If you see her or think you might have any information that can help find her, please write to me."
— Megyn Kelly [38:39]
Additional Resources
- Help Locate Baby Lisa Irwin:
- Website: MeganKelly.com
- Kansas City Crime Stoppers: kccrimestoppers.com
- Phone: 816-474-TIPS
Stay Tuned:
Don't miss the next episode, where Megyn Kelly explores new theories that could pivot the investigation in unexpected directions.
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