At seven years old, Steven Stayner vanished on his walk home from school. Seven years later, he returned — older, changed, and carrying a kidnapped child he refused to leave behind.

This is the story of what happened in those missing years, and the strength it took to come home.

This is Part 1 of a two‑episode story.


⚠️ This episode discusses real crimes and sensitive themes. Listener discretion is advised.

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