Episode 1: Jennifer Kesse — Her Absence Was Loud

Jennifer Kesse was 24 years old. Independent, organizada, and building her life in Orlando. New condo. New routine. New chapter.

Then on the morning of January 24, 2006, she left for work…

And she never arrived.

In this episode, we walk through the timeline that raised alarms fast, the car that showed up like it was trying to disappear in plain sight, and the surveillance footage that still haunts people because somehow, every time the “person of interest” passes the camera… the face is blocked.

And of course… This ain't medical advice, RELAX—because cases like this don’t just live in your mind. They hit your nervous system. That uneasy “oh hell not…” feeling? You’re not crazy. Your body clocks patterns before your brain finishes the sentence.

Content note: This episode includes true crime, disappearance, trauma themes, and dark humor (porque así sobrevivimos). If you’re feeling activated, pause and protect your peace. Este episodio estará aquí cuando estés lista.

Primary case info referenced:

1. FBI ViCAP (Missing Person: Jennifer Joyce Kesse)
2. NamUs (National Missing and Unidentified Persons System)
3. JenniferKesse.com (family-led case hub)

Additional reporting referenced for context:

Major broadcast / long-form coverage

(48 Hours and other famous outlets)

Host and Storytelling: La Dama Del Desmadre

Show: Trauma, Tacos & True Crime

Writing, Research and Editing: La Dama del Desmadre

IF YOU HAVE A TIP (no te quedes callada)

Orlando Police Department:

407-246-2470

FDLE Missing Person Clearinghouse:

1-888-FL-MISSING (1-888-356-4774)

Family Tip Line

(941) 201-4009

Crimeline: 1-800-423-TIPS