Ep 8. Little Big Man

The episode titled "Little Big Man" in season 1 of Without A Trace follows the team as they investigate the disappearance of a teenage boy named Joey. Joey is a Native American who was in the city to participate in a cultural exchange program. While out exploring with a group of other Native American teenagers, Joey disappears.

The team discovers that Joey had a troubled past - he was bullied by non-Native American students at his school and had a strained relationship with his father. They also learn that Joey had been playing a violent video game in which he pretended to be a Native American warrior seeking revenge on white people.

As the team delves deeper into the case, they encounter roadblocks at every turn. Joey's father is uncooperative and there is a lack of physical evidence. The team eventually discovers that Joey had been in contact with an underground radical Native American group.

The investigation leads them to a Native American woman named Kiona, who is a member of the group Joey was in contact with. Kiona admits to having contact with Joey but denies any involvement in his disappearance. However, the team believes that she may have some valuable information and continues to pursue her.

Meanwhile, Jack has a personal connection to the case as his daughter was also involved in the cultural exchange program and was with Joey when he went missing. Jack struggles to maintain his objectivity and balance his personal feelings with his duty as an agent.

The team eventually uncovers a major breakthrough in the case when they discover an abandoned building where Joey may have been held captive. They race against time to find Joey and bring him home safely.

Overall, "Little Big Man" is a tense and emotional episode that explores themes of cultural identity and the struggles faced by marginalized groups. It highlights the challenges that law enforcement faces when investigating cases involving minority communities and the importance of understanding cultural differences in solving crimes.