Podcast appearances and mentions of david sneddon

In August 2004, American student David Sneddon disappeared while hiking in China's Tiger Leaping Gorge. Despite official claims that he fell into the Jinsha River, his family's investigation uncovered multiple witness accounts suggesting he survived and reached Shangri-La. A guide, Keith Chu Chung, reported hiking with David, who spoke fluent Mandarin, Korean, and English, to Tina's Guesthouse, and 12 other witnesses, including the owner of the Yak Bar in Shangri-La, confirmed seeing him as late as August 14, 2004. However, Chinese authorities confiscated guesthouse logs, and all witnesses later recanted, fueling suspicions of a cover-up. In 2011, Chuck Downs, a former Pentagon official, proposed that North Korea abducted David, possibly mistaking him for a smuggler or targeting him as an English teacher due to his language skills, as the gorge was a route for North Korean defectors. Reports in 2012 and 2016 supported this, suggesting David, under the name Yoon Bong Soo, was teaching English in North Korea, married with two children. Despite these leads, the U.S. and Chinese governments maintain he died, and North Korea denies involvement. The Sneddons, frustrated by official inaction, possibly due to U.S. nuclear negotiations with North Korea, urge public awareness through social media and contacting officials to seek justice for David and highlight North Korea's human rights issues. Additional case details, including maps, are available on Instagram at @TheDarkOakPodcast.   Chapters 00:00 Welcome to the Dark Oak 02:40 100th Episode Celebration and Giveaway 06:55 David Sneddon 01:08:40 The Branch of Hope   Sources: Persio, S. L. (2018, June 11). Did North Korea kidnap a U.S. citizen in China? Family hopes Singapore summit will help bring their son home. Newsweek. https://www.newsweek.com/family-us-student-who-disappeared-china-looks-north-korea-summit-answers-967469 China Discovery. (n.d.). China Discovery - Leading China Travel Agency with Reviews. https://www.chinadiscovery.com/ Vogel, C., & Vogel, C. (2022, May 12). Did North Korea kidnap an American hiker? Outside Online. https://www.outsideonline.com/outdoor-adventure/hiking-and-backpacking/did-north-korea-kidnap-american-hiker/ “Thinking Sideways Podcast” David Sneddon (Podcast episode 2015) - Plot - IMDB. (n.d.). IMDb. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14457712/plotsummary/ O'Donoghue, A. J. (2023, December 31). Utah parents long for answers in missing son's case. Deseret News. https://www.deseret.com/2012/8/5/20505138/utah-parents-long-for-answers-in-missing-son-s-case/ Korea's other Otto Warmbier. (2017, June 23). News. https://www.news.com.au/lifestyle/real-life/true-stories/north-koreas-other-otto-the-unbelievable-story-of-missing-hiker-david-sneddon/news-story/90ab2549acafc281d965f7700c52bb4e Corbin, C. (2017, June 28). Family of David Sneddon, missing US student, says North Korea kidnapped him. Fox News. https://www.foxnews.com/world/family-of-david-sneddon-missing-us-student-says-north-korea-kidnapped-him David Sneddon: Tiger Leaping Gorge, China. (2024, February 8). Apple Podcasts. https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/david-sneddon-tiger-leaping-gorge-china/id1715813037?i=1000644599761   Join The Dark Oak Discussion: Patreon The Dark Oak Podcast Website Facebook Instagram Twitter TikTok Youtube This episode of The Dark Oak was created, researched, written, recorded, hosted, edited, published, and marketed by Cynthia and Stefanie of Just Us Gals Productions with artwork by Justyse Himes and Music by Ryan Creep

Part 1 of 2 - David Sneddon, a 24-year-old Brigham Young University student from Logan, Utah, disappeared on August 14, 2004, while hiking Tiger Leaping Gorge in Yunnan, China, after completing Mandarin language classes in Beijing. A devout Mormon, Eagle Scout, and experienced hiker fluent in Korean and Mandarin, David was described as smart, outgoing, and adventurous, with plans to attend law school. He had spent two years in South Korea on a Mormon mission and was studying in Beijing with friend George Bailey during the summer of 2004.   After classes, David and George traveled to southern China. On August 9, they parted ways, with David heading to hike the 16-mile High Trail of Tiger Leaping Gorge, a scenic but well-maintained trail. His last communication was an email to his parents on August 11 from Lijiang, expressing excitement about the hike and returning home. He planned to stay at Tina's Guesthouse, visit Shangri-La, and fly to Seoul to meet his brother Michael on August 15. When David missed the flight, his family reported him missing.   Chinese authorities conducted a brief investigation, finding no trace of David in hostels, hospitals, or jails. His passport and $700 in his bank account remained untouched, and his backpack, left at Jane's Guesthouse in Lijiang, contained undeveloped film showing his travels. Despite no evidence of foul play and a heavily trafficked trail, officials concluded David fell into the Jinsha River and drowned, a theory his parents, Roy and Kathleen, rejected due to his hiking experience and the trail's safety.   On September 9, 2004, Roy and sons Michael and James traveled to Yunnan to retrace David's steps, hiring a translator and guide. They found the trail safe, wide, and busy, with no perilous drops, contradicting the official narrative. The family's methodical search—using non-leading questions and photos—yielded a confirmed sighting: a guide, Keith Chu Chung, recalled David hiking with a Hong Kong couple on August 11, reaching Tina's Guesthouse by 7 p.m., proving he exited the gorge safely.   The Sneddons grew suspicious of the Chinese authorities' efforts, noting performative searches with bloodhounds and missing person posters that seemed staged. Seven years later, a phone call (details undisclosed) reignited hope that David might be alive. Part 2 will cover the family's continued search, official reactions, and theories, including a controversial claim of North Korean abduction.   Chapters 00:00 Welcome to the Dark Oak 03:30 100th Episode Celebration and Giveaway 05:30 David Sneddon 39:00 The Branch of Hope     Sources: Newsweek. https://www.newsweek.com/family-us-student-who-disappeared-china-looks-north-korea-summit-answers-967469 Vogel, C., & Vogel, C. (2022, May 12). Did North Korea kidnap an American hiker? Outside Online. https://www.outsideonline.com/outdoor-adventure/hiking-and-backpacking/did-north-korea-kidnap-american-hiker/ “Thinking Sideways Podcast” David Sneddon (Podcast episode 2015) - Plot - IMDB. (n.d.). IMDb. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14457712/plotsummary/ 13: David Sneddon: Tiger Leaping Gorge, China - The Last Trip | iHeart. (n.d.). iHeart. https://www.iheart.com/podcast/270-the-last-trip-127775104/episode/13-david-sneddon-tiger-leaping-gorge-148633018/ China Discovery. (n.d.). China Discovery - Leading China Travel Agency with Reviews. https://www.chinadiscovery.com/   Join The Dark Oak Discussion: Patreon The Dark Oak Podcast Website Facebook Instagram Twitter TikTok Youtube This episode of The Dark Oak was created, researched, written, recorded, hosted, edited, published, and marketed by Cynthia and Stefanie of Just Us Gals Productions with artwork by Justyse Himes and Music by Ryan Creep

Were Kilmarnock the Greatest Scottish Champions of the 1960s?In this episode of By Far The Greatest Team, Graham Dunn and Jamie Rooney and joined by David Sneddon, an absolute authority of all matters Kilmarnock, to explore Kilmarnock's historic 1964-65 season, when they stunned Scottish football by winning their first-ever and only top-flight title. The discussion delves into the challenges of competing against Glasgow's giants, the tactical brilliance behind their triumph, and the significance of their European adventures. With insights from David Sneddon, son of club legend Davie Sneddon, the episode brings to life the emotions, stories, and defining moments of this unforgettable campaign.Takeaways:• Kilmarnock's 1965 championship win is a significant underdog story.• Willie Waddell's management style was pivotal to the team's success.• The dramatic final-day title win and the tactical masterstroke that secured it.• The Inter-Cities Fairs Cup match against Eintracht Frankfurt was historic for Kilmarnock.• Football players in the 1960s often had to juggle multiple jobs.• The 1964-65 season was unique as neither Celtic nor Rangers finished in the top four.• Kilmarnock's fitness levels were unmatched during their successful season.• The emotional connection between fans and their teams is profound.• Historic matches can shape a club's identity for generations.• Kilmarnock's legacy is tied to its historical achievements.

David Sneddon was a 24 year old college kid from Utah, who was attending Mandarin classes in Beijing. Following the completion of classes, he decided to hike the famous Tiger Leaping Gorge before going home. On August 14th, 2004, David mysteriously vanished, and both Chinese and the US authorities concluded he fell into the gorge and drowned. However, seven years later, a pivotal phone call from a former US official reached David's parents, altering the course of their lives. Was David kidnapped and still alive... in North Korea? Listen as we dive into China, North Korea, the case of David Sneddon, and how to stay alive on vacation. Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/thelasttripcrimepod/ And join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheLastTripPodcast Listen to this week's podcast recommendation, The Trail Went Cold https://www.trailwentcold.com/ Theme Music by Roger Allen Dexter Sources:  https://www.outsideonline.com/outdoor-adventure/hiking-and-backpacking/did-north-korea-kidnap-american-hiker/ https://podcasts.apple.com/se/podcast/episode-37-part-1-2-david-sneddon-american-missing/id1508282134?i=1000488113574 https://archive.sltrib.com/article.php?id=4303918&itype=CMSID http://www.sukuukai.jp/English/DavidSneddon.html https://viralnova.com/david-sneddon-disappearance/ https://www.voanews.com/a/new-hope-us-student-china/3792015.html https://www.facebook.com/find.david.sneddon/ https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/asia_pacific/missing-americans-family-hopes-trump-will-raise-his-case-with-kim-jong-un/2019/02/27/4d82cb72-39a0-11e9-b786-d6abcbcd212a_story.html?fbclid=IwAR0s5DSRvdmmq1bar7AAMng6sKokjC93BJcSNnBg1Vu0YB6VBTDEbjysA7Y https://www.newsweek.com/family-us-student-who-disappeared-china-looks-north-korea-summit-answers-967469?fbclid=IwAR1fw9D6UZSTXEmhUYiGnS2nZ9pZKEdghELjuE_Udy5l8dgL-SMDDCP_Bbw https://www.wsj.com/articles/SB10001424127887324100904578401203109009178 https://www.ksl.com/article/43605594 https://www.upi.com/Top_News/World-News/2017/02/06/US-student-David-Sneddon-alive-in-North-Korea-activist-says/3511486432521/ https://thecurioustravel.com/blog/the-curious-travel-guide-to-tiger-leaping-gorge https://www.chinahighlights.com/travelguide/china-hiking/tiger-leaping-gorge.htm https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q7cTa5EgQ7Y https://www.postcourier.com.pg/north-koreas-otto-unbelievable-story-missing-hiker-david-sneddon/ https://rsf.org/en/usa-11-years-after-journalist-austin-tice-s-capture-rsf-urges-biden-administration-secure-his

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Welcome to Eww! That's Creepy podcast! The twins are back to discuss another mysterious disappearance. Jackie is going to tell Melissa about an American traveler who disappeared seemingly out of no where while traveling in China. This episode is full of lies, cover ups, and political conspiracy theories, so buckle up and let's get creepy!     Sources https://m.facebook.com/find.david.sneddon https://www.newsweek.com/family-us-student-who-disappeared-china-looks-north-korea-summit-answers-967469 https://archive.sltrib.com/article.php?id=4303918&itype=CMSID https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/north-koreas-other-otto-the-unbelievable-story-of-missing-hiker-david-sneddon/IJONS7MFM4CRIVESUHBBPH2J5A/ https://www.voanews.com/amp/new-hope-us-student-china/3792015.html  

Liam is terrorised by creepy kids, 'a chair' makes a fart noise (sure, Scott, sure) and it turns out Busted's vision of the future might be closer than they think... Plus, Fame Academy winner David Sneddon, Electric Six start a fire in the disco and a whole host of dance bangers including Panjabi MC and Layo & Bushwacka. CONTACT US: Facebook/Twitter/Instagram @TNNPod, Email Hello@TNNPod.co.uk

We hope that everyone (in the Northern Hemisphere!) is enjoying their summer vacation.  In this episode of the True Crime Society Podcast, we discuss Vacation Nightmares.  Things often go wrong following a combination of sun, alcohol and foreign countries.   American sisters Anne and Robin Korkki were on the trip of a lifetime. They were staying at an exclusive resort in Seychelles, when the hotel butler became concerned that he hadn't seem them for a period of time.  He entered their room and found both sisters in bed, deceased. Kristy Manzanares and her husband Kenneth boarded a cruise ship to Alaska with their three daughters in 2017.  They were travelling with extended family.  Just two days into their vacation, it all went wrong.  Other guests recalled hearing a woman ‘screaming for her life'.  Kristy was found dead in her cabin and Kenneth was arrested for her murder. Carla Valpeoz is an American woman who has been missing in Peru since 2018.  Carla was brave – she was legally blind and wanted to see the world before her eyesight totally failed.  There is eerie final footage of Carla, walking with her cane.  She has never been seen again. David Sneddon was an American man, visiting China in 2004.  He vanished without a trace and many people suspected that he had an accident while hiking.  More information has come to light recently that suggests David may have been kidnapped by North Korean officials and that he has been forced to work for the Kim regime there.   You can read our blogs for these cases at TrueCrimeSocietyBlog.com   This episode is sponsored by:   Microdose Gummies - Go to microdose.com and use code TCS for 30% off your first order of THC gummies. Thuma - Create that feeling of checking in to your favorite boutique hotel suite, but at home, with The Bed, by Thuma. And now go to Thuma.co/CRIME and use the code CRIME to receive a twenty-five dollar credit towards your purchase of The Bed plus free shipping in the continental U.S. Check out the Crime Salad podcast - https://instagram.com/crimesaladpodcast

Greek-Canadian singer and songwriter, Katerine Duska, joins us from her home in Montreal and sheds some light on her impressive music career. A "late bloomer", and initially a self-trained singer, Katerine began her music career after exploring various academic options including law school. Her debut album "Embodiment" was released in 2015 and quickly gained prominence when her songs "One in a Million" and Arctic Monkeys' cover "Do I Wanna Know" reached over 2 million views on Youtube. The viral success helped facilitate a deal with Minos EMI, a Universal Music Company, and in 2018 her single 'Fire Away' was selected for the official "Nescafe Canada" television & radio ad campaign. Duska gained further international recognition when she represented Greece in the Eurovision Song Contest 2019. The competition, held in Tel Aviv, Israel, featured artists from 41 countries and was "like a master class on performing arts". The theme of the contest was Dare to Dream with a focus on unity, diversity, inclusion, and confidence. Katerine performed her 2019 single "Better Love" and placed 21st in the grand final. She states, “Love has nothing to do with gender, it's a very pro-human song”. Cowritten by Leon of Athens and David Sneddon and produced with Phil Cook, the song received extensive international airplay, charting in over 40 countries and making the Global Viral Top 50 chart on Spotify and topping Greece's iTunes Charts. The same year she was a coach & mentor on the Greek hit talent show "The Final Four" and released "ANEMOS" featuring friend and musical colleague, Leon of Athens. The song reached the top 3 of Greece's Viral Top 50 chart on Spotify. Throughout the pandemic Katerine released several singles including "Sanctuary", "Athenian Skies", "Of Time", and "Muse" which culminated into a five song EP. Call Me Nyx was released in 2022 and was followed by a string of shows in the United States including several performances at the prestigious Austin-based festival, SXSW. Katerine talks about some of her influences ranging from rock artists Gwen Stefani and the Red Hot Chili Peppers to soulful jazz greats Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, and Nina Simone. She also cites R&B influences like Lauren Hill and a plethora of Greek music. Her musical and vocal style blends the powerful and pensive with the uplifting and empowering, and Duska's trademark soulful rasp has earned her comparisons to such vocal titans as Adele and Amy Winehouse. The trilingual vocalist, who splits her time between Athens, Montreal and London, believes in seeking beauty in her surroundings and experiences and strives to incorporate a positive message in her music. We highly recommend exploring her audio and video catalogue! Spotify | Apple Music | YouTube | FB | IG | Thanks for listening!

I'm joined by Scottish singer-songwriter David Sneddon! We talk about winning Fame Academy and being catapulted to overnight fame throughout the UK, and going on to support Elton John on tour… The downsides of fame and why he very quickly turned his back on the concept of celebrity,  And you'll hear David reflect on his prolific songwriting career so far, writing hits for Lewis Capaldi, Hurts, Lana Del Rey, The Courteeners, Rag n Bone Man, Nicole Sherzinger, Olly Murs, and the list goes on and on and on… And as always, there's plenty more. www.dontfretaboutdebt.net/blethered/ Contact: seanmcdonald.podcast@gmail.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/seanmcdonald01

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In my first true crime episode, I discuss the case of David Sneddon who was abducted close to 20 years ago in China.

On Episode 5 of “People Say,” I sat down with David Sneddon, a hit making artist and songwriter hailing from Paisley, Scotland! We chatted about his uncommon path toward the piano and songwriting, winning the first ever BBC televised talent show “Fame Academy,” the pitfalls of being a star with a number one hit, and his meandering journey as a songwriter for artists such as Lana Del Rey, Sam Smith and Lewis Capaldi. David's story lit the fuse of my imagination and displayed that hard work and determination really do pay off! I hope you enjoy this fascinating conversation. If you do, please take a minute to subscribe to this podcast on Spotify, Apple podcasts or where ever you get your podcasts! Produced by Celina Rollon. Assisted by Carlie Webbert.

Episode 37 (PART 2 of 2) - August, 2004. American college student David Sneddon, 24, vanishes while hiking in Western China. Sixteen years on, theories about David’s disappearance range from a tragic accident to a North Korean abduction. What happened to David Sneddon in Tiger Leaping Gorge? Theme music: ⁣ Undertow by Scott Buckley | https://soundcloud.com/scottbuckley⁣ Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com⁣ Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0)⁣ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

(Part 1 of 2.) August, 2004. American college student David Sneddon, 24, vanishes while hiking in Western China. Sixteen years on, theories about David’s disappearance range from a tragic accident to a North Korean abduction. What happened to David Sneddon in Tiger Leaping Gorge? Theme music: ⁣ Undertow by Scott Buckley | https://soundcloud.com/scottbuckley⁣ Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com⁣ Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0)⁣ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

A Utah man goes missing while hiking through China. Authorities claim he drowned, but years later, information emerges claiming he is alive and was kidnapped by North Korea.  Sources: http://www.helpfinddavid.com/ http://www.ldsdaily.com/world/everything-you-need-to-know-about-david-sneddon-his-disappearance-and-the-new-call-to-find-him/ http://www.helpfinddavid.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/North-Koreas-Kidnappers-and-the-Fate-of-David-Sneddon-WSJ1.pdf https://www.outsideonline.com/1923586/did-north-korea-kidnap-american-hiker

Cache Valley residents Roy and Kathleen Sneddon have been living with their son's disappearance since 2004. 24-year-old David Sneddon was last seen hiking in China, leaving no physical trace. The Sneddons and several sources in Asia believe David was kidnapped by North Korea. The Sneddons believe their son is likely one of many who have been abducted and held captive in North Korea.

A special episode about @carsonk's trip to North Korea and his thoughts on Otto Warmbier, Matthew Miller and David Sneddon. A part 2 to episode 26

In Part 2 of our coverage of David Sneddon, a 24 year old American student who went missing in Yunnan Province, China in 2004, we discuss the evidence that David Sneddon was abducted by North Korea. We return to our conversations with David’s brother, James, and David’s former roommate in China, George Bailey. We also speak to Greg Scarlatoiu, the Executive Director of The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea, Robert Boynton, author of The Invitation Only Zone: North Korea’s Abduction Project, and Congressman Chris Stewart from Utah.

24-year-old David Sneddon went missing in August, 2004 from Yunnan Province, China, near an area called the Tiger Leaping Gorge. David had been studying in Beijing, and was traveling around Southern China before returning home. In this episode, part one of a two-part series, we speak with both George Bailey, the last person who knew him to see him before he disappeared, and his brother, James, who travelled to China to hike the trail in search of his lost brother.

In today's episode Adventitious goes solar, the strange story of David Sneddon and North Korea, the death of Google's project Ara, the economics of mass production, the Microsoft modular X-box, the Atari 400/800, a field of dead reindeer, exploding wales, exploding rockets, an ESA satellite takes fire, the possibility of a scenario like in the movie Gravity, anti-bacterial soap banned by the FDA, Open Office in the long dark spiral down, issues with open source forking, Gene Wilder (1933-2016), expectation of Amazon's The Grand Tour, a discussion of alternative browsers. Links for this episode: David Sneddon - http://www.helpfinddavid.com/ Project Ara Modular X-box Atari 400/800 Dead Reindeer Exploding Wales Exploding Rockets ESA Satelite Impact Gravity Anti-Bacterial Soap Ban Open Office Gene Wilder Grand Tour  

David Sneddon's last message to his family was an email from China saying that he was heading to Tiger Leaping Gorge. After an investigation several weeks later Chinese authorities concluded that Sneddon had died somewhere on the treacherous trail... but his family thinks otherwise.

Last week I was asked to chair the Initiative Media sponsored Dialogue session on the radio market - held co-incidenally in one of Dublin's trendiest clubs called POD. Anyway the seminar had a lot of very interesing speakers. On the client side Paul Farrell from O2 gave a great presentation on the way that company is exploring the digital media revolution. Paul Kavanagh's presentation centred on how as a consultant to Riviera Radio in Monaco he helped the station to climb from 30th to 7th place in the local market there. Other speakers included producer Mark Robinson from Australia who gave a very interesting insight into the process of producing good programming and from Mindshare, David Sneddon put the performance of radio in a broader total media context. On this podcast I thought I would share a presentation from freelance creative consultant Nick Kelly that I know the audience found both fascinating and hilarious in equal measure. If you haven't heard some of the radio ads he will be showcasing you are in for a treat. I've no doubt you'll be forwarding them to your peers for a good laugh. YOU CAN AUTOMATICALLY RECEIVE EACH NEW EPISODE OF THE PERSUADERS MARKETING PODCAST BY SUBSCRIBING FROM THE i-TUNES PODCAST DIRECTORY.