340 - Catfish Your Friends
- Aug 11, 2022
- 1:38:27
- Full Episode
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<p>On today’s episode, Karen covers the murder of Milly Dowler and Georgia tells the story of Ervil LeBaron, the “Mormon Manson.” </p> <p> </p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>
Brief Summary
Millie Dowler's tragic disappearance leads to a murder investigation, revealing media ethics failures and the conviction of Levi Bellfield.
Key points
- TikTok Addiction. Exploring the hilarious and bizarre world of TikTok videos.
- Mudlarking Adventures. Discovering hidden treasures from the River Thames.
- Captive Audience Documentary. A deep dive into the media's impact on the Stainer family's tragedy.
- Hope and Despair. After days of searching, a glimmer of hope emerges when Millie's voicemail is accessible.
- Tragic Discovery. The Dowlers receive devastating news that remains found belong to Millie, shattering their hopes.
- Media Scandal Uncovered. The Guardian reveals that News of the World hacked Millie's phone, igniting public outrage.
Episode highlights
- TikTok AddictionExploring the hilarious and bizarre world of TikTok videos.“What the fuck? Salads don't belong in mason jars.”5:18Aug 11, 2022
- Mudlarking AdventuresDiscovering hidden treasures from the River Thames.“It's like detectoring in rivers and lakes.”12:58Aug 11, 2022
- Captive Audience DocumentaryA deep dive into the media's impact on the Stainer family's tragedy.“It's just like a really sad story, but it's really good.”20:03Aug 11, 2022
- Hope and DespairAfter days of searching, a glimmer of hope emerges when Millie's voicemail is accessible.“Sally can't believe it. Like this is finally a development.”34:45Aug 11, 2022
- Tragic DiscoveryThe Dowlers receive devastating news that remains found belong to Millie, shattering their hopes.“The discovery of Millie's remains instantly turns this case into a murder investigation.”37:53Aug 11, 2022
- Media Scandal UncoveredThe Guardian reveals that News of the World hacked Millie's phone, igniting public outrage.“The British public is furious.”49:03Aug 11, 2022
- Gemma's Book ReleaseGemma Dowler publishes her book, sharing her family's harrowing experience after Millie's disappearance.“If Millie hadn't been such a great little person, it would have been easier to let her pass.”57:46Aug 11, 2022
- The Church of the Lamb of GodErvil LeBaron starts a new church after being excommunicated by his brother Joel.“He starts a church in San Diego called The Church of the Lamb of God.”1:11:23Aug 11, 2022
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