My Favorite Murder with Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark 551 - I Won’t See You Later
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Sep 24, 2026 Karen explores America’s first sleepwalking murder defense, following a dangerous relationship that ends in a sensational trial and a shocking acquittal. Georgia tells the bizarre story of Ming, a 400-pound tiger secretly living in a Harlem apartment alongside a caiman, before authorities attempt a dramatic rescue.
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Maria Bickford Escapes Her Prescribed Life
- Mary Ann Dunn left Maine, abandoned a failed affair, changed her name to Maria, and became a sex worker in Boston.
- Her desire for independence conflicted with expectations placed on working-class women in the 1840s.
Albert Terrell Turns Romance Into Control
- Albert Terrell love-bombed Maria, traveled with her under fake names, and became possessive when she continued earning money independently.
- Though wealthy and married, Albert threatened Maria and used his privilege to evade adultery proceedings.
Leaving An Abuser Can Be The Most Dangerous Moment
- Domestic violence survivors may return to abusers because of fear, shame, love, financial abuse, or normalized abuse.
- Leaving can be the most dangerous period, making Maria’s return to Albert tragically understandable rather than blameworthy.
