The Most Wanted Olympian from Uncover

Investigation of disappearances and murders in Dawson Creek, B.C. AI summary

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How did a small town Canadian boy allegedly become a narco kingpin? Ryan Wedding was once a promising young athlete, a snowboarder who went all the way to the Olympics. Now captured after a decade on the run, he’s accused of running a deadly international drug trafficking empire. In this new podcast from CBC and the Toronto Star, host Michelle Shephard and reporter Calvi Leon trace Wedding’s descent into a violent criminal underworld. From his beginnings at his family ski hill outside Thunder Bay, to Toronto and the scenes of the shocking murders he’s accused of ordering, to Mexico where he was believed to be under the protection of the notorious Sinaloa Cartel, they uncover his illicit connections and the stories behind the victims caught in the crossfire.Featuring new on-the-ground reporting and original interviews, this podcast investigates the Canadian who the FBI called a “modern day El Chapo” and asks: what will it take to bring him to justice?The Most Wanted Olympian is an official 2026 Tribeca Festival Winner. The series is a co-production of Uncover from CBC and Suspicion from the Toronto Star.About UNCOVER: Crime. Investigation. Revelation. Uncover brings you explosive, high-caliber true crime year-round. From CIA mind control to serial abuse, mysterious disappearances to wrongful imprisonment. Each season features a new host who is deeply connected to the story, committed to tracking down the truth. With over 30 seasons to choose from, Uncover represents the best in true crime.For early access to episodes, plus ad-free listening, visit apple.co/cbctruecrime.

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S39 E6: Karma | The Most Wanted Olympian

2026-11-12 · 29 min · Season 39, episode 6

For reporter Calvi Leon, the story of Ryan Wedding began at a suburban house outside Toronto - where a horrific shooting left Jaspreet Sidhu’s parents dead. Now, Calvi understands exactly what led to the events that…
S39 E5: The Arrests | The Most Wanted Olympian

2026-11-05 · 30 min · Season 39, episode 5

Ryan Wedding is led off a US Department of Justice plane, flanked by law enforcement on either side. In late 2025, his alleged crime syndicate began to fall apart after a series of blockbuster arrests: including a…
S39 E4: The Witness | The Most Wanted Olympian

2026-10-29 · 27 min · Season 39, episode 4

On a warm afternoon in Medellín, Colombia, a man is shot point-blank while eating lunch. The assailants flee, and a photo of the man’s body - still holding a fork - is shared online. It’s clear that this is a targeted…
S39 E3: Mr. Perfect | The Most Wanted Olympian

2026-10-22 · 31 min · Season 39, episode 3

Michelle Shephard travels to Mexico City, visiting the last known locations Ryan Wedding was spotted. After almost 10 years on the run, it’s suspected that Wedding is operating his alleged empire from this sprawling…
S39 E2: The Boss | The Most Wanted Olympian

2026-10-15 · 30 min · Season 39, episode 2

Former federal agent Brett Kalina is one of only a handful of law enforcement officers to come face to face with Ryan Wedding. In 2008, after years following the flow of money and drugs, Kalina arrests ‘The Boss’ and…
S39 E1: The Gentle Giant | The Most Wanted Olympian

2026-10-15 · 35 min · Season 39, episode 1

Shots ring out in a neighbourhood north-west of Toronto. A father is dead and a mother and daughter are in hospital, battling for their lives. When Toronto Star reporter Calvi Leon arrives on the scene days later,…
The Most Wanted Olympian | S39 Trailer

2026-10-05 · 3 min

The Most Wanted Olympian is an official 2026 Tribeca Festival Winner. How did a small town Canadian boy allegedly become a narco kingpin? Ryan Wedding was once a promising young athlete, a snowboarder who reached the…
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S38 E1: Everyone’s afraid | The Mile Zero Murders

2026-09-07 · 27 min · Season 38, episode 1

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