My Favorite Murder with Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark MFM Minisode 383
May 13, 2024
This podcast covers a range of intriguing topics including a ruthless jury duty scam, dramatic babysitting stories from the '80s, the fascinating world of elevators, unexpected discoveries of valuable paintings, and amusing mishaps with bulletproof vests. Listeners also learn about healthcare solutions for convenience and comfort, unique family homes, and law enforcement legacies.
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Ruthless Jury Duty Scam
- Jason's wife received a scam call claiming she had a warrant for missing jury duty and demanded $9,000 bail in cash.
- She wisely went to the police station, who confirmed it was a scam, highlighting the sophistication of tech-savvy fraudsters.
1980s Babysitting Fire Scare
- Ashley babysat five kids under six at age 11 in the 1980s, faced a sparking fan causing smoke, and called 911 immediately.
- The parents told her to keep the kids awake watching TV till they returned, but she never babysat there again.
Elevators Are Safer Than Feared
- Elevators are statistically the safest North American transportation, built with strong cables and redundancies.
- The most danger from elevators comes from doors closing unexpectedly, not falling cabins.