208 - Live at the Orpheum Theater in Omaha (2019)
- Feb 6, 2020
- 1:28:49
- Full Episode
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<p>Karen and Georgia cover the murders of John Sheedy and Cari Farver.</p> <p> </p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>
Brief Summary
Hosts discuss true crime stories and interview Trish Wood about her docuseries on Ted Bundy.
Key points
- Ted Bundy Falling for a Killer. A docuseries reframing Bundy's crimes from a female perspective, featuring interviews with key figures.
- Aunt Judy's Generosity. In the wake of a flood, the hosts decide to donate $10,000 to the Red Cross in Aunt Judy's name.
- The Rise of John Sheedy. John Sheedy, an Irish immigrant, quickly establishes a successful illegal casino in Lincoln.
- Mary's Infidelity. Mary Sheedy, originally Molly Merrill, cheats on her husband George, leading to a dramatic separation.
- Murder in Lincoln. John Sheedy is attacked and later dies, causing a frenzy in the town.
- The Confession. Monday McFarland confesses to attacking John Sheedy, revealing a shocking twist.
Episode highlights
- Ted Bundy Falling for a KillerA docuseries reframing Bundy's crimes from a female perspective, featuring interviews with key figures.“Learn how one man's pathological hatred of women collided with the culture wars.”2:14Feb 6, 2020
- Aunt Judy's GenerosityIn the wake of a flood, the hosts decide to donate $10,000 to the Red Cross in Aunt Judy's name.“We're all Aunt Judy tonight!”12:55Feb 6, 2020
- The Rise of John SheedyJohn Sheedy, an Irish immigrant, quickly establishes a successful illegal casino in Lincoln.“He was one of those guys that just goes straight fucking back.”28:38Feb 6, 2020
- Mary's InfidelityMary Sheedy, originally Molly Merrill, cheats on her husband George, leading to a dramatic separation.“He locks her out of their apartment, yelling that he, quote, refuses to live with such a damned hoo-er.”32:53Feb 6, 2020
- Murder in LincolnJohn Sheedy is attacked and later dies, causing a frenzy in the town.“John suddenly becomes paralyzed and then falls into a coma.”40:54Feb 6, 2020
- The ConfessionMonday McFarland confesses to attacking John Sheedy, revealing a shocking twist.“He was actually hired by Mary.”46:01Feb 6, 2020
- The Trial BeginsThe trial of Monday McFarlane and Mary Sheedy begins, with both pleading not guilty.“On May 4th, 1891, there's the trial of Monday McFarlane and Mary Sheedy.”52:13Feb 6, 2020
- Mary's Life After TrialMary marries again and tries to claim John's estate, but loses her case.“In 1892, Mary Sheedy marries another man named Max Burst.”56:23Feb 6, 2020
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Tension
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