The Start of a Bizarre Journey

The episode begins with a lighthearted banter between the hosts as they transition into discussing the life of Linda Burfield, the central figure of this historical account. Born in Carver County, Minnesota, she faced hardship early in life with the loss of her father, who died in a riverboat accident. This tragic event, intertwined with her upbringing in a vegetarian household, may have contributed to her later strange beliefs about health. Linda grew up under the care of her stepfather, who, despite his oddities regarding children’s health, showed a strong devotion to her well-being.