My Favorite Murder with Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark 477 - The Greatest Depression
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Apr 24, 2025 Dive into a gripping tale of love and betrayal as Linda Riss faces the violent obsession of Bert Pugach. Discover the bizarre and humorous history of the Great Emu War, where soldiers hilariously failed to outsmart their feathered foes. The conversation balances intense true crime narratives with lighthearted reflections on life and gratitude, making for an engaging blend of dark tales and uplifting anecdotes.
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Bert's Obsession Turns Violent
- Bert Pugash obsessed over Linda Riss, bombarding her with gifts then pressuring her and becoming violent when rejected.
- His obsessive love turned abusive, culminating in a heinous acid attack on Linda that changed her life forever.
Linda's Skepticism Saves Her
- Linda distrusted Bert deeply, verifying his fake divorce papers before ending the relationship.
- This distrust was justified, but cultural pressures still complicated her choices around relationships.
New Love Meets Old Obsession
- After breaking up, Linda moves on and gets engaged to a new, easygoing man named Larry.
- Bert spirals into harassment and violence, showing the dark side of obsessive love.