Elizabeth Smart
Mentioned in 17 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
Kidnapping victim who was abducted at age 14 and held captive for 9 months by Brian David Mitchell and Wanda Barzee before her rescue. She has since become an advocate for missing children cases and is discussed in true crime podcasts for her case's significance in illustrating the importance of media coverage and victim risk profiling in investigations.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
Armstrong & Getty On Demand · Apr 23, 2026
We Can All Be A Tool From Time To Time
“Discussed for entering bodybuilding and bikini pageant competitions; hosts reflect on her autonomy post-trauma”
Always Here · Apr 10, 2026
Most Overhyped Mom Products & Our Current Obsessions *Hilarious*
“Guest featured in upcoming episode discussing personal story and experiences”
Khloé in Wonder Land · Mar 4, 2026
Ask Me Anything: Khloé Unfiltered
“Subject of documentary Khloé recently watched and was emotionally moved by; discussed her survival and advocacy work”
Drop Dead Serious With Ashleigh Banfield · Feb 28, 2026
Are Police Keeping Evidence They Shouldn't? | Nancy Guthrie Missing Day 27
“Referenced kidnapping victim whose case demonstrates importance of media presence and victim risk profiling in investigations”
Crime Weekly · Feb 27, 2026
S3 Ep145: Elizabeth Smart | A Prophet in Prison (Part 4)
“14-year-old kidnapping victim held captive for 9 months by Brian David Mitchell and Wanda Barzee; now advocates for missing children cases”
Crime Weekly · Feb 20, 2026
S3 Ep145: Elizabeth Smart | Becoming Esther (Part 3)
“14-year-old kidnapping victim who was abducted from her home and held captive for 9 months”
Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard · Feb 13, 2026
Armchair Anonymous: Meet Cute III
“Kidnapping victim referenced by Claire; subject of previous Armchair Expert episode discussed as pivotal”
The Bobby Bones Show · Feb 10, 2026
TUES PT 2: Savannah Guthrie Epstein Connection? + Bobby And Eddie’s V-Day Date + Lunchbox Has A ‘Bag Of Worms’ In Testicle
“Referenced missing person case where media speculation affected investigation”
The Bobby Bones Show · Feb 10, 2026
TUES PT 1: Amy On Her Ex-Husband's Girlfriend Arrangement + Tipping On A Wedding Dress + Amy Busted Lunchbox In Public + Finish The TV Quote Game
“Subject of Netflix documentary about her kidnapping case and recovery”
Red Eye Radio · Feb 10, 2026
02-10-26 Part One - A Constitutional Check Up
“Kidnapping survivor featured in documentary discussing investigation procedures and proof of life protocols”
Red Eye Radio · Feb 9, 2026
02-09-26 Part One - The Culture Bowl
“Kidnapping survivor whose case is compared to Guthrie case regarding investigation protocols”
Red Eye Radio · Feb 5, 2026
02-05-26 Part One - A Desperate Search
“2002 kidnapping victim featured in Netflix documentary; remembered details that led to captor conviction”
Crime Junkie · Jan 29, 2026
AUDIO EXTRA: A Conversation With Elizabeth Smart
“Kidnapping survivor and advocate discussing her 2002 abduction, nine-month captivity, rescue, and foundation work supporting survivors.”
Serialously with Annie Elise · Jan 26, 2026
359: Teen Girl Seen at Lunch But Vanished by Fifth Period | Kiplyn Davis
“2002 kidnapping case that received massive media coverage, contrasting with Kiplyn's lack of attention”
Casefile True Crime · Jan 24, 2026
Casefile Archives 3: Tina Herrmann, Kody Maynard & Stephanie Sprang
“Kidnapping survivor and child safety advocate; participated in 2019 Lifetime special with Sarah Maynard discussing trauma recovery”
Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard · Jan 21, 2026
Elizabeth Smart
“Guest discussing her 2002 abduction, nine-month captivity, recovery, and advocacy work for sexual violence survivors”
Miracle Mentality with Tim Storey (Motivation, Self Help, and Mental Health) · Dec 1, 2025
How Elizabeth Smart Discovered Her Purpose After Tragedy | Mindset | E16
“Kidnapping survivor, author, and founder of Elizabeth Smart Foundation; main guest discussing trauma recovery and purpose”