My Favorite Murder with Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark 503 - Live at the Eccles Theater (Salt Lake City Night 2)
Oct 23, 2025
In a lively show from Salt Lake City, Georgia unveils the mysterious Utah Monolith, detailing its discovery and the frenzy it sparked online. Karen then takes us back in time with the thrilling tale of Butch Cassidy, chronicling his rise to infamy and the formation of the Wild Bunch. From daring robberies to his tumultuous life in South America, the story captures the legend that surrounds this notorious outlaw. There's also an audience member's personal hometown tale that adds a local twist to the evening.
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Discovery Of The Utah Monolith
- Georgia recounts the helicopter crew discovering a mysterious chrome monolith in a Utah slot canyon during a wildlife survey flight.
- She emphasizes how remote and difficult the site was to access, highlighting the object's strange placement and craftsmanship.
Public Posting Drives Online Sleuthing
- The DPS posted photos but withheld the exact monolith location to prevent dangerous crowds and protect fragile public land.
- Online sleuthing still allowed locals to pinpoint the site using photos, flight paths, and satellite imagery.
Photographer's Encounter With 'Monolith Bullies'
- Ross Bernard and friends arrived at the monolith for photos and stayed until night, then encountered four men who dismantled it and carted it away.
- Ross described seeing 70 cars and planes later, underscoring the environmental impact of the discovery.
