My Favorite Murder with Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark Rewind with Karen & Georgia - 81: Weapon Bush
Jan 28, 2026
They revisit two notorious true crime cases: a brutal early 20th century killer known for animal cruelty and escalating murders, and a controversial military-family homicide filled with odd crime-scene inconsistencies. They also touch on media panic, taunting investigators, forensic reconstructions, staging theories, and the discovery of weapons hidden in nearby bushes.
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Tearful Dog Rescue Moment
- Karen recounts panicking when her dogs escaped and bawling in front of a neighbor who found them.
- She describes the neighbor's composed "dad" reaction and how community stepped in to help retrieve the dogs.
Commit To Listening And Learning
- Karen and Georgia acknowledge criticisms and commit to listening and learning rather than arguing on social media.
- They stress it's the responsibility of privileged people to educate themselves and correct mistakes proactively.
Take Responsibility, Don’t Expect Teaching
- Do listen and correct yourself when called out for harmful language or stereotypes.
- Do take responsibility and learn proactively rather than expecting marginalized people to teach you.
