Bridge of Lies https://abcaudio.com/podcasts/bridge-of-lies/ en Copyright 2026, ABC Audio. All rights reserved. On a December night in a small town on the Jersey shore, the discovery of an abandoned car on a bridge touches off a search for the missing driver. 19-year-old Sarah Stern, an aspiring artist, has seemingly vanished. Friends tell authorities she might have jumped, or fled to Canada. But troubling statements, omissions and the discovery of a partially-burned cache of money doesn’t sit right with investigators. As they begin to suspect foul-play, an up-and-coming filmmaker’s daring undercover sting operation cracks the case wide open. A six-part series from 20/20 and ABC Audio, hosted by Juju Chang. New episodes Tuesdays. Subscribe to 20/20 True Crime+ for ad-free listening, early access to new series, exclusive bonus content, and hundreds of episodes from the 20/20 true crime vault. Visit apple.co/2020truecrime to subscribe now.   Terms apply. https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/fc8187b2-c49a-11f0-aa30-07b13b402578/image/c8a956c628527d0bdc913f7b5575706d.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress Bridge of Lies https://abcaudio.com/podcasts/bridge-of-lies/ serial ABC News On a December night in a small town on the Jersey shore, the discovery of an abandoned car on a bridge touches off a search for the missing driver. 19-year-old Sarah Stern, an aspiring artist, has seemingly vanished. Friends tell authorities she might have jumped, or fled to Canada. But troubling statements, omissions and the discovery of a partially-burned cache of money doesn’t sit right with investigators. As they begin to suspect foul-play, an up-and-coming filmmaker’s daring undercover sting operation cracks the case wide open. A six-part series from 20/20 and ABC Audio, hosted by Juju Chang. New episodes Tuesdays. Subscribe to 20/20 True Crime+ for ad-free listening, early access to new series, exclusive bonus content, and hundreds of episodes from the 20/20 true crime vault. Visit apple.co/2020truecrime to subscribe now.   Terms apply. On a December night in a small town on the Jersey shore, the discovery of an abandoned car on a bridge touches off a search for the missing driver. 19-year-old Sarah Stern, an aspiring artist, has seemingly vanished. Friends tell authorities she might have jumped, or fled to Canada. But troubling statements, omissions and the discovery of a partially-burned cache of money doesn’t sit right with investigators. As they begin to suspect foul-play, an up-and-coming filmmaker’s daring undercover sting operation cracks the case wide open.

A six-part series from 20/20 and ABC Audio, hosted by Juju Chang. New episodes Tuesdays.

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]]> ABC News abc.podcast.support@abc.com Introducing 'What Happened to the McStays?' Today, we're bringing you a new episode of our latest series from 20/20 and ABC Audio, 'What Happened to the McStays?' In episode one, the McStay family home is found frozen in time — and spurs a yearslong mystery. To keep listening, follow 'What Happened to the McStays?' for free on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon Music⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Or subscribe to 20/20 True Crime+ to get access to new episodes early and ad-free, plus unlock exclusive bonus content from 20/20 and hundreds of episodes from the 20/20 true crime vault. Visit ⁠apple.co/2020truecrime⁠ to subscribe now. Terms apply. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Tue, 11 Aug 2026 07:00:00 -0000 full 1 ABC News Today, we're bringing you a new episode of our latest series from 20/20 and ABC Audio, 'What Happened to the McStays?' In episode one, the McStay family home is found frozen in time — and spurs a yearslong mystery. To keep listening, follow 'What Happened to the McStays?' for free on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon Music⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Or subscribe to 20/20 True Crime+ to get access to new episodes early and ad-free, plus unlock exclusive bonus content from 20/20 and hundreds of episodes from the 20/20 true crime vault. Visit ⁠apple.co/2020truecrime⁠ to subscribe now. Terms apply. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Today, we're bringing you a new episode of our latest series from 20/20 and ABC Audio, 'What Happened to the McStays?'

In episode one, the McStay family home is found frozen in time — and spurs a yearslong mystery.

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]]> 1668 Bonus: A Conversation with Brad Mielke In this bonus episode, host Juju Chang and “Start Here” host Brad Mielke discuss the life and legacy of Sarah Stern. Plus, what draws Juju to certain stories, and her experience going from podcast fan to host. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Tue, 21 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0000 full 7 ABC News In this bonus episode, host Juju Chang and “Start Here” host Brad Mielke discuss the life and legacy of Sarah Stern. Plus, what draws Juju to certain stories, and her experience going from podcast fan to host. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices In this bonus episode, host Juju Chang and “Start Here” host Brad Mielke discuss the life and legacy of Sarah Stern. Plus, what draws Juju to certain stories, and her experience going from podcast fan to host.


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]]> 1357 The Trial Sarah Stern’s father faces Liam McAtasney, the former friend of his daughter, now on trial for her murder. The month-long trial probes what we really know, or think we know, about those closest to us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Tue, 14 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0000 full 6 ABC News Sarah Stern’s father faces Liam McAtasney, the former friend of his daughter, now on trial for her murder. The month-long trial probes what we really know, or think we know, about those closest to us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Sarah Stern’s father faces Liam McAtasney, the former friend of his daughter, now on trial for her murder. The month-long trial probes what we really know, or think we know, about those closest to us.

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]]> 3110 The Accomplice Police go after the person Liam called for help the night Sarah disappeared. Liam’s accomplice flips, taking police inside how they tried to cover up the crime. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Tue, 07 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0000 full 5 ABC News Police go after the person Liam called for help the night Sarah disappeared. Liam’s accomplice flips, taking police inside how they tried to cover up the crime. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Police go after the person Liam called for help the night Sarah disappeared. Liam’s accomplice flips, taking police inside how they tried to cover up the crime.

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]]> 2125 The Sting Just as the investigation into Sarah’s case seems to stall, police get a tip that offers a new, promising lead. A filmmaker realizes a story first described to him as a possible movie plot might be the answer to Sarah’s disappearance. He agrees to participate in a daring sting operation to record evidence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Tue, 31 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0000 full 4 ABC News Just as the investigation into Sarah’s case seems to stall, police get a tip that offers a new, promising lead. A filmmaker realizes a story first described to him as a possible movie plot might be the answer to Sarah’s disappearance. He agrees to participate in a daring sting operation to record evidence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Just as the investigation into Sarah’s case seems to stall, police get a tip that offers a new, promising lead. A filmmaker realizes a story first described to him as a possible movie plot might be the answer to Sarah’s disappearance. He agrees to participate in a daring sting operation to record evidence.

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]]> 2186 Box of Money Months before she disappeared, Sarah’s friends say she found a box of cash with tens of thousands of dollars in it. Police start to wonder if this money has something to do with her disappearance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Tue, 24 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0000 full 3 ABC News Months before she disappeared, Sarah’s friends say she found a box of cash with tens of thousands of dollars in it. Police start to wonder if this money has something to do with her disappearance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Months before she disappeared, Sarah’s friends say she found a box of cash with tens of thousands of dollars in it. Police start to wonder if this money has something to do with her disappearance.

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]]> 1851 The Search Sarah’s friends offer investigators competing theories on what might have happened to her. Did Sarah end her life? Or seek a new life in Canada? As the search for Sarah continues, the clues are confounding. WARNING: This program includes discussions of suicide. Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide -- free, confidential help is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call or text the national lifeline at 988. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Tue, 17 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0000 full 2 ABC News Sarah’s friends offer investigators competing theories on what might have happened to her. Did Sarah end her life? Or seek a new life in Canada? As the search for Sarah continues, the clues are confounding. WARNING: This program includes discussions of suicide. Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide -- free, confidential help is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call or text the national lifeline at 988. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Sarah’s friends offer investigators competing theories on what might have happened to her. Did Sarah end her life? Or seek a new life in Canada? As the search for Sarah continues, the clues are confounding.


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]]> 2351 The Abandoned Car A call about an abandoned car on a bridge in New Jersey touches off a search for a missing person. The driver of the car is 19-year-old Sarah Stern, an aspiring artist. Authorities try to piece together what happened in the hours before she disappeared. WARNING: This program includes discussions of suicide. Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide -- free, confidential help is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call or text the national lifeline at 988. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Tue, 10 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0000 The Abandoned Car full 1 ABC News A call about an abandoned car on a bridge in New Jersey touches off a search for a missing person. The driver of the car is 19-year-old Sarah Stern, an aspiring artist. Authorities try to piece together what happened in the hours before she disappeared. WARNING: This program includes discussions of suicide. Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide -- free, confidential help is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call or text the national lifeline at 988. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices A call about an abandoned car on a bridge in New Jersey touches off a search for a missing person. The driver of the car is 19-year-old Sarah Stern, an aspiring artist. Authorities try to piece together what happened in the hours before she disappeared.

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]]> 1738 Introducing 'Bridge of Lies' The discovery of an abandoned car on a New Jersey bridge touches off a search for the driver who’s seemingly vanished. Friends of the missing 19-year-old woman tell authorities she might have jumped, or fled to Canada. But troubling statements, omissions and the discovery of a partially-burned cache of money doesn’t sit right with investigators. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Wed, 04 Feb 2026 16:17:00 -0000 trailer ABC News The discovery of an abandoned car on a New Jersey bridge touches off a search for the driver who’s seemingly vanished. Friends of the missing 19-year-old woman tell authorities she might have jumped, or fled to Canada. But troubling statements, omissions and the discovery of a partially-burned cache of money doesn’t sit right with investigators. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices The discovery of an abandoned car on a New Jersey bridge touches off a search for the driver who’s seemingly vanished. Friends of the missing 19-year-old woman tell authorities she might have jumped, or fled to Canada. But troubling statements, omissions and the discovery of a partially-burned cache of money doesn’t sit right with investigators.

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