Austin Tice, an American journalist, has been missing in Syria for 14 years. Recent developments offer hope that he might still be alive. NPR’s documentary podcast, Embedded, collaborated with BBC Radio 4 to investigate this intriguing case.

In Episode 5, a video emerges under the title: ‘Austin Tice Still Alive.’ The footage depicts Austin bound and blindfolded, surrounded by gunmen. As reporters Josh and Sara delve deeper, new information alters the narrative. Their investigation leads to the door of Syria’s most powerful figure.

Austin’s situation is unprecedented. The podcast uncovers unique insights in their attempt to find the truth.

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This production involved Monika Evstatieva, Simon Maybin, and Lucy Burns. It was edited by Katie Simon, Robert Little, and Clare Fordham, with fact-checking by Nicolette Khan and Mary Glendinning. Tom Brignell handled the mastering.