My Favorite Murder with Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark 494 - Did You Just Call Me Baby?
Aug 21, 2025
This week dives into the haunting Wanda Beach Murders, revealing the tragic story of two missing girls and the chilling discoveries that followed. The hosts balance dark tales with uplifting listener achievements, celebrating everything from new careers to half marathons. Humorous banter reflects their gratitude for community support while exploring the complexities of unresolved cold cases. Nostalgia shines through as they discuss the evolution of technology and classic literature, tying personal experiences to broader themes of love and identity.
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Solo Deep Dive Setup
- Georgia delivers a solo episode recounting the Wanda Beach murders, framing it as one of Australia's biggest cold cases.
- She cites the Casefile podcast as her primary source and highlights its thorough, anonymous reporting.
Discovery By A Child
- A boy named Peter finds the partially buried bodies of two 15-year-old girls in the Wanda sandhills and alerts the surf club caretaker.
- The girls are later identified as Marianne Schmidt and Christine Scharick and had been reported missing that same morning.
The Girls' Background And Trip
- Marianne and Christine took younger siblings to Cronulla and later walked toward the isolated Wanda sandhills despite warnings.
- Both girls are described as shy, responsible teens from nearby towns with close family ties and recent personal hardships.
