A phone call from one of Taylor’s colleagues results in some information that allows Ryan and Preston to finally get some answers. The mysterious text leads to a mysterious encounter in the middle of the city that leaves everyone questioning whether or not to continue the investigation.

A message from a listener confirms the sighting of a possible suspect. Preston and Ryan continue to follow the trail and meet a few of Taylor’s colleagues who are able to shed some light on his work. A mysterious text message could break the case wide open.

Ryan’s investigation into Denver’s growth shifts focus to aid in solving his friend’s disappearance. An Instagram post provides Ryan and Preston with a lead, and there are some unexpected discoveries as they continue to follow the trail.

Aspiring novelist-turned-journalist Ryan Streeter begins diving into the history and allure of Denver for a new podcast.  The project unfolds as Ryan interviews an eclectic mix of community members to tell the story of the growing city and its millennial population. But when a simple encounter with a source ends in a sudden disappearance, Ryan and his friend Preston are caught in the middle of a mystery they never could have anticipated.

The Bright Lights of Denver is a podcast hosted by writer and journalist Ryan Streeter. The story follows Ryan as he starts working on a podcast about the rapid growth of Denver while trying to help solve a missing person’s case.