Chalice Paul-DISAPPEARED: the True Story

Chalice Paul-DISAPPEARED: the True Story

Host: chalicepaul.com

Welcome to Chalice Paul: Disappeared-the True Story. Chalice Paul, born Chalice Alford on August 31, 1947, was 33 years old when she went missing in the summer of 1981 and is most likely dead. She was presumably last seen in the Florida Keys with her second husband John Paul Sr., the infamous race car driver and convicted drug smuggler of the late 70’s and early 80’s. Through interviews with friends and family of Chalice, as well as those that had associations with John Paul Sr., I hope to shed light on her tragically short life, and finally discover the truth.

Episodes

CAPTURED! The Old Pirate, John Paul Sr., Deported to U.S. for Federal Parole Violation
01October 16, 2025 6:04am

CAPTURED! The Old Pirate, John Paul Sr., Deported to U.S. for Federal Parole Violation

A special announcement that I recorded in May and now can finally share with the rest of the world. SUBSCRIBE TO THE OFFICIAL YOUTUBE CHANNEL: youtube.com/@chalicepaulDISAPPEARED #JOHNPAULSR

Episode 23: 2024 Updates on Karen Bartolo, Catherine Christine Murray, & Frank Blasberg
02March 16, 2024 11:39pm

Episode 23: 2024 Updates on Karen Bartolo, Catherine Christine Murray, & Frank Blasberg

In this brief episode, some current updates to our podcast and YouTube channels; Follow up news on Karen Bartolo, Catherine Christine Murray,  and Lt. Frank Blasberg. SUBSCRIBE TO THE OFFICIAL YOUTUBE CHANNEL: youtube.com/@chalicepaulDISAPP…

Episode 22: Interview with Karen Bartolo, Victim of Catherine Christine Murray
03November 14, 2023 12:30pm

Episode 22: Interview with Karen Bartolo, Victim of Catherine Christine Murray

For this episode, I have a phone interview with Karen Bartolo who was a victim of Chalice’s sister, Catherine Christine Murray. SUBSCRIBE TO THE OFFICIAL YOUTUBE CHANNEL: youtube.com/@chalicepaulDISAPPEARED  

Episode 21: Interview with Frank Blasberg, former Key West Police Lieutenant and Hostage Negotiator
04November 02, 2023 6:37pm

Episode 21: Interview with Frank Blasberg, former Key West Police Lieutenant and Hostage Negotiator

I have an in depth Interview with Frank Blasberg, a former Lieutenant and Hostage Negotiator with Key West Police. We talk about Chalice, FL & GA Police Depts., and World Events. SUBSCRIBE TO THE OFFICIAL YOUTUBE CHANNEL: youtube.com/@chali…

Episode 20: HAPPY BIRTHDAY, CHALICE!
05August 31, 2023 8:42am

Episode 20: HAPPY BIRTHDAY, CHALICE!

Today we celebrate Chalice Paul’s birthday. PLUS, we’ve launched a new VLOG series! SUBSCRIBE TO THE OFFICIAL YOUTUBE CHANNEL: youtube.com/@chalicepaulDISAPPEARED  

Episode 19: CHALICE PAUL: WE FOUND HER!
06August 04, 2023 1:47pm

Episode 19: CHALICE PAUL: WE FOUND HER!

We found Chalice Paul, Alive and Well! Exclusive Interview… SUBSCRIBE TO THE OFFICIAL YOUTUBE CHANNEL: youtube.com/@chalicepaulDISAPPEARED  

Episode 18: Update on Chalice’s Sister, Carla Delphine Alford Power & Push Back from a Family Member of John Paul Sr.
07March 21, 2023 3:12pm

Episode 18: Update on Chalice’s Sister, Carla Delphine Alford Power & Push Back from a Family Member of John Paul Sr.

Returning to the Alford Family, the first segment of this episode is an UPDATE on the death of Carla Delphine Alford Power, Chalice’s younger sister. Also, I reveal some push back we’ve received to this Podcast from the former spouse of Joh…

Episode 17: John Paul Sr.’s former Chauffeur Talks About David Cassorla
08March 08, 2023 3:48pm

Episode 17: John Paul Sr.’s former Chauffeur Talks About David Cassorla

I interview Nancy Baker; John Paul’s old chauffeur & house sitter who got the BOOT from Sr. after meeting David J. Cassorla. SUBSCRIBE TO THE OFFICIAL YOUTUBE CHANNEL: youtube.com/@chalicepaulDISAPPEARED  

Episode 16: The Wild Tale of the Alford Family; featuring Catherine Christine Murray & Carla Delphine Alford Power
09February 27, 2023 7:46pm

Episode 16: The Wild Tale of the Alford Family; featuring Catherine Christine Murray & Carla Delphine Alford Power

In this episode I delve into Chalice’s family tree, focusing on her sisters; Catherine Christine Murray & Carla Delphine Alford Power. SUBSCRIBE TO THE OFFICIAL YOUTUBE CHANNEL: youtube.com/@chalicepaulDISAPPEARED  

Episode 15: I interview “Betsy” James, a friend of Chalice from her hometown near Madison, FL
10November 28, 2022 12:16am

Episode 15: I interview “Betsy” James, a friend of Chalice from her hometown near Madison, FL

In this brief interview, I get to speak to Elisabeth “Betsy” James, who was a childhood friend of Chalice’s. Betsy reached out to me through my website, ChalicePaul.com.  

Episode 14: I talk again with Michael Paul; Son of John Paul Sr.
11November 04, 2022 10:01am

Episode 14: I talk again with Michael Paul; Son of John Paul Sr.

In this brief recap, I’m again speaking with John Paul Sr.’s son, Michael Paul, who shares thoughts on the passing of his brother, John Paul Jr. R&T: An Oral History of John Paul Sr.: Racing’s Most Dangerous Man, Smuggler and Fugitive

Episode 13: The Lucky Five
12October 31, 2022 10:00am

Episode 13: The Lucky Five

In the 13th episode, I delve into the “Lucky” Five. Five men (some of whom have disappeared) who were caught smuggling drugs in Louisiana in the early 1980’s. The Lucky Five: Charles L. Evers (a.k.a. Robert Jones), Errol H. Thrower, David G…

Episode 12: Continuation of the Interview of Chalice’s sister Charlene Larson with Special Guest Melissa Reynolds
13June 21, 2022 9:25am

Episode 12: Continuation of the Interview of Chalice’s sister Charlene Larson with Special Guest Melissa Reynolds

Since the interview of Chalice’s younger sister, Charlene Larson, she has passed away. In this episode, I have a brief discussion with Charlene’s daughter, Melissa Reynolds.

Road & Track Article, “Escape of the Old Pirate” and Updates for 2022
14June 12, 2022 11:30am

Road & Track Article, “Escape of the Old Pirate” and Updates for 2022

After a brief hiatus, there is much more of our podcast coming. Plus, I was interviewed for the 2022-June/July edition of Road & Track Volume 11 (Escape) for an extensive article on John Paul Sr. titled, “Escape of the Old Pirate”. There wi…

Special Message and News for the New Year (2021)
15January 02, 2021 4:37pm

Special Message and News for the New Year (2021)

Today, January 2, 2021, I wanted to post a special message for the New Year and what has happened and will happen to this ongoing podcast.

Episode 11: Colleen Wood DISAPPEARS; Interview with Paul Kully
16October 04, 2020 2:31pm

Episode 11: Colleen Wood DISAPPEARS; Interview with Paul Kully

In this episode, I delve into the disappearance of Colleen Wood with an interview of Paul Kully; Colleen’s  former boyfriend.

Episode 10: Interview with Conner Secondino; Grandson of John Paul Sr.
17September 16, 2020 2:25pm

Episode 10: Interview with Conner Secondino; Grandson of John Paul Sr.

In this episode, I interview Conner Secondino; the Grandson of John Paul Sr. and nephew to John Paul Jr. and Michael Paul.

Episode 9: Interview with Racer Michael DeFontes
18September 07, 2020 3:41pm

Episode 9: Interview with Racer Michael DeFontes

I speak with Michael DeFontes in this episode; a racer prominent in the 80’s, 90’s, and 2000’s.

Special Bonus Message
19August 31, 2020 4:06pm

Special Bonus Message

Today, August 31st, is Chalice’s birthday. I wanted to post a special message for her and to thank those that have contributed to this podcast.

Episode 8: Chalice’s only family member willing to be interviewed with Special Guest Charlene Larson
20August 31, 2020 1:30pm

Episode 8: Chalice’s only family member willing to be interviewed with Special Guest Charlene Larson

On this very special episode, I have a short talk with Chalice’s younger sister, Charlene Larson. Many emotional memories are brought up which make it difficult for Charlene to go into more depth. Hopefully, I will be able to continue our d…

Episode 7: The Crimes of John Paul Sr. with Special Guest Stephen Carson
21August 29, 2020 11:40am

Episode 7: The Crimes of John Paul Sr. with Special Guest Stephen Carson

In this episode I speak with Stephen Carson, who was shot 5 times and left for dead by John Paul Sr. Stephen Carson is the Author of Being a Pirate isn’t Fun Anymore (working title: The Lucky Captain)

Episode 6: Second half of the interview with Michael Paul; Son of John Paul Sr., and younger brother of John Paul Jr.
22August 23, 2020 5:20pm

Episode 6: Second half of the interview with Michael Paul; Son of John Paul Sr., and younger brother of John Paul Jr.

In part two of the interview with John Paul Sr.’s son, Michael Paul, it gets wilder with failed prison escapes, biker gangs, and Burt Reynolds’ “Sharky’s Machine.” The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not represen…

Episode 5: First part of an interview with Michael Paul; Son of John Paul Sr., and younger brother of John Paul Jr.
23August 19, 2020 9:05pm

Episode 5: First part of an interview with Michael Paul; Son of John Paul Sr., and younger brother of John Paul Jr.

In part one of a two part interview, I go in depth speaking with John Paul Sr.’s son, Michael Paul who sheds light on a wild, and sometimes violent, home life.

Episode 4: Last person to see Chalice Paul alive, casting agent & homeowner Ann Fossier & Pam Fossier
24August 14, 2020 4:14pm

Episode 4: Last person to see Chalice Paul alive, casting agent & homeowner Ann Fossier & Pam Fossier

Chalice’s roommate and casting agent for Burt Reynolds Sharky’s Machine Film was the last person to see Chalice alive in Decatur, Georgia where Chalice rented a room before departing for Florida to meet up with John Paul Sr.

Episode 3: 1980’s and trouble in Key West with special guest Joe Arbie
25August 05, 2020 10:45pm

Episode 3: 1980’s and trouble in Key West with special guest Joe Arbie

For this Episode, I have an in depth discussion with retired Key West sergeant, Joe Arbie. Joe had known and helped Chalice while she was estranged from John Paul Sr. and staying in Florida shortly before her disappearance. SUBSCRIBE TO THE…

Episode 2: 1970’s and flying for Delta with special guest Kathy Kelley
26July 28, 2020 9:31pm

Episode 2: 1970’s and flying for Delta with special guest Kathy Kelley

In this second episode, I take a call from Kathy Kelley, a friend of Chalice who had flown with her when they were both flight attendants (a.k.a. stewardesses) for Delta Airlines through the 70’s. SUBSCRIBE TO THE OFFICIAL YOUTUBE CHANNEL: …

Episode 1: 1960’s and the YWCA with special guest Pam Keyser
27July 17, 2020 8:26pm

Episode 1: 1960’s and the YWCA with special guest Pam Keyser

In the first episode, I interview Pam Keyser, who was roommates with Chalice at the Jacksonville YWCA in the mid 1960’s. My Guest Pam K. Keyser is a published author whose first book, The Red Glass: From Abuse-Hell to Living-Well, was publi…

INTRODUCTION
28July 05, 2020 8:15pm

INTRODUCTION

My name is Lisa Collomb Gandolfo and through this new podcast, I’m hoping to shed light on my friend Chalice Paul. She was born as Chalice Alford on August 31, 1947 and disappeared in the summer of 1981 and is presumed to be dead. Her secon…