The Unforgotten

The two halves of Charles Flores’ life so far have been drastically different. The first: A life of drugs, theft, and raging tempers. The second: A life of reform, reflection, and reaching out through the bars. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Charles Flores and a rotating cast of lawyers beg the courts to look at what they say are major flaws in the case. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The State of Texas lays out its case against Charles Flores, and a mid-trial bombshell changes everything. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Charles Flores makes a decision that will later help seal his fate. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Police use an odd and controversial investigative tool to try to identify the passenger in the VW Bug. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

An elderly woman and her dog are found shot to death in a quiet North Texas suburb. Police focus on the bizarre crime scene—and the victim’s unlikely connection to the Dallas-area drug scene. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In 1998, a key witness in a murder case underwent police hypnosis to identify who she saw. A year later, her description had completely changed. The guy she identified? He’s been on death row for nearly three decades. Did the witness get it wrong? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feral pigs killed and ate a woman in Southeast Texas. Were pigs involved in Christopher Whiteley's death as well? One wildlife expert believes it's possible. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With the case officially closed, Wes and Charlie confront the questions that refuse to go away. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ben Masters goes deeper on mountain lion moms, their cute cubs, and what we still don't know about these ghosts of the wild. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Christopher Whiteley's death lands right in the middle of an even bigger controversy. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Asking questions around Lipan, we uncover one of the biggest secrets surrounding the death of Christopher Whiteley. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

That time Christopher turned a tree trimmer into a homemade weapon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kill Site is off this week, so we're sharing the first episode of Wes's other podcast Devil Town. Local teenager Kelly Wilson tells friends she’s going to a party after work. Instead, she vanishes from the town square in Gilmer, Texas.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Scandals in the medical examiner's office collide with the search for answers in Christopher Whiteley's death. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The dispute over Christopher Whiteley‘s cause of death turns hostile as medical examiners pivot to a different theory. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A Texas sheriff blames a mountain lion for the death of Christopher Whiteley, but the search for a killer cat exposes disagreements — and a deeper mystery. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Christopher Whiteley makes a desperate phone call, then vanishes into the woods, igniting one of Texas' strangest and most controversial true-crime cases. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Adam and Kyle talk with Dolores’s cousin, Tony Rocha, about the early warning signs in her relationship, the lengths the family was prepared to go while searching for answers, and how he processed the full story after hearing the podcast. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Five years ago, deputies found Christopher Whiteley's body in rural Texas. They said a mountain lion killed him. Experts said that was impossible. So ... what really happened? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Adam and Kyle talk with retired detective Kenny Hart about the fifth anniversary of identifying Dolores, his bond with the family, and his plans to continue solving cold cases. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hosts Adam and Kyle talk with Slick Rocha's sons, Mat Jr. and David, about their father's military past, legendary softball skills, and his impact as a youth coach. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hosts Adam Rittenberg and Kyle Bonagura break down the final episode of Finding Dolores Wulff, reflecting on Dolores' celebration of life and retracing the journey her remains took before finally being laid to rest with her family. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dolores' family gathers near Woodland to celebrate her life, 42 years after she went missing. In a powerful return to key locations, Adam and Kyle revisit the past to reckon with all that happened — and all that never will. The story ends, but Dolores' memory endures. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hosts Adam Rittenberg and Kyle Bonagura break down episode eight of Finding Dolores Wulff, reflecting on how the case could have been solved before it reached Detective Kenny Hart's desk and the family's mixed emotions upon learning the truth. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

An identification Dolores' family never expected brings a mix of relief, anger, and disbelief. But why didn't the answers come sooner?  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hosts Adam Rittenberg and Kyle Bonagura break down episode seven of Finding Dolores Wulff, discussing Detective Kenny Hart's determined investigation that finally identified Jane Doe 16 and the family's bittersweet reactions to the discovery. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A detective stumbles upon the case of a Jane Doe and begins to reassemble a mystery that law enforcement had long abandoned.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hosts Adam Rittenberg and Kyle Bonagura break down episode six of Finding Dolores Wulff, exploring Carl Wulff's origins and return to his hometown, plus introducing the online sleuths who work cold cases. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

As Carl’s health declines, can his children coax a confession from him? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hosts Adam Rittenberg and Kyle Bonagura break down episode five of Finding Dolores Wulff, reflecting on what went wrong when Carl Wulff was finally arrested. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Six years after Dolores disappeared, the pressure from her family pays off when a suspect is charged with her murder.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hosts Adam Rittenberg and Kyle Bonagura break down episode four of Finding Dolores Wulff, reflecting on their unforgettable interview with Matthew "Slick" Rocha and how his extraordinary military background shaped his response to his sister's disappearance. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

From Little Rock 9 protector to pre-Vietnam War assassin, Mathew "Slick" Rocha carved a place in American history. But he takes on an even more important role after his sister goes missing.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hosts Adam Rittenberg and Kyle Bonagura break down episode three of Finding Dolores Wulff. They recount their visit to Woodland, where they retraced Dolores Wulff's last known steps, including a significant visit to the house on Hillcrest Drive where she was last seen. They reflect on the family's relentless pursuit of justice, their confrontations with Carl Wulff, and the intense familial bonds that drove their actions. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dolores' family shifts its search into high gear, stopping at nothing to get answers from the prime suspect, Carl Wulff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hosts Adam Rittenberg and Kyle Bonagura break down episode two of Finding Dolores Wulff, discussing their emotional interview with Dolores' daughter Anna and Detective Ron Heilaman's remarkable recall of the evidence he collected 40 years ago. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dolores' disappearance leaves her family stinging, but not surprised. As the official investigation begins, her family launches its own probe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hosts Adam Rittenberg and Kyle Bonagura break down the first episode of Finding Dolores Wulff, sharing their approach to telling Dolores' story and revealing emotional moments that didn't make it into the episode. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

California mom Dolores Wulff has a big smile, a kind heart, and a large and loving family. But her life also has a darker side. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this bonus episode, Wes introduces Carol to our new co-hosts Adam Rittenberg and Kyle Bonagura, a pair of ESPN staff writers who have spent years covering the disappearance of Dolores Wulff. Season 3 of The Unforgotten: Finding Dolores Wulff is coming August 4. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A mother vanishes. A boy grows up with questions. Forty years later, the answers begin with a single phone call: “We found your mom.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Honoring an investigator who never let go of Shelley Watkins' case. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Carol reveals two witness accounts that have never been disclosed to the public before now — including a deathbed confession that may explain how Shelley Watkins' death was covered up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After years of pushing lawmakers to close the loopholes that Billy Chemirmir used to murder dozens of North Texas seniors, the Texas Legislature takes a final vote on regulations for senior living communities. But are there still cracks in the senior care system? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The story of a fisherman who discovered Shelley Watkins' body in the Trinity River. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A decade after Billy Chemirmir’s killing spree allegedly began, state legislators in Texas are once again considering measures that would close some of the loopholes that allowed him to kill. That, plus more updates to the case since season two ended in December. Connect with the group Secure Our Seniors' Safety at secureourseniorssafety.org, and look up the state lawmakers who represent you at wrm.capitol.texas.gov. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy

A witness says she saw Shelley Watkins and her husband Jerry Mack screaming and shoving each other at the lake on the day Shelley was murdered. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

E. Ray Andrews has died. In this bonus episode, Carol and Wes explain why E. Ray's passing will unlock a central mystery of the bribery scheme that helped Jerry Mack Watkins go free after the murder of his wife Shelley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We talk about Jerry Mack's son from a previous relationship, Kay's first husband Dennis, and whether the district attorney will retry Shelley's case in this bonus Q&A episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.