The Curious Case of John Fritz Johnson

What happens when a man disappears during a storm and reappears years later with a new name, a new life, and no memory of his past? In this episode of Down the Crooked Path, we unravel the bizarre and haunting tale of Lawrence Bader—who vanished from Lake Erie in 1957 and resurfaced as John Fritz Johnson, a charismatic TV personality in Omaha.

Was it amnesia, a calculated escape, or something even stranger? Join Amanda as she dives deep into one of the most perplexing identity mysteries of the 20th century. From the stormy night that sparked his disappearance to the shocking fingerprint match that blew his cover, this story is a rollercoaster of deception, psychology, and unanswered questions.

🧠 What You'll Hear:

• The timeline of Bader’s disappearance and reappearance
• The psychological theories behind his identity shift
• Family reactions and media frenzy
• Legal and ethical dilemmas surrounding his double life

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