486 - Take These From Me
- Jun 26, 2025
- 1:11:49
- Full Episode
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<p>On today’s episode, Karen covers United Airlines Flight 232 and Georgia tells the story of World War II hero dog Smoky.</p> <p>For our sources and show notes, visit <a href="http://www.myfavoritemurder.com/episodes">www.myfavoritemurder.com/episodes</a>.</p> <p>Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: <a href="https://bit.ly/3UFCn1g">https://bit.ly/3UFCn1g</a>.</p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>
Brief Summary
United Flight 232's crash reveals heroism and survival against overwhelming odds, with 184 passengers saved by the crew's quick thinking and bravery.
Key points
- Community Action Against Kidnapping. Local communities in Los Angeles are organizing to protect each other from kidnappings.
- Hysterectomy Reflections. A candid discussion about the emotional and physical adjustments after a hysterectomy.
- The Explosion. A sudden deafening boom shakes the DC-10, causing panic among passengers.
- Captain Haynes' Dire Announcement. Captain Haynes tells passengers to prepare for a crash landing, breaking protocol.
- Heartbreaking Safety Protocol. Flight attendant Jan Brown instructs parents to place infants on the floor during the emergency.
- The Crash. The DC-10 nosedives and crashes into a cornfield, shattering into pieces.
Episode highlights
- Community Action Against KidnappingLocal communities in Los Angeles are organizing to protect each other from kidnappings.“It's really incredible. And it's so on my mind all the time.”2:41Jun 26, 2025
- Hysterectomy ReflectionsA candid discussion about the emotional and physical adjustments after a hysterectomy.“It's interesting. It's a big adjustment.”10:22Jun 26, 2025
- The ExplosionA sudden deafening boom shakes the DC-10, causing panic among passengers.“Oh my God. How classy. 1989, coming in hot.”22:19Jun 26, 2025
- Captain Haynes' Dire AnnouncementCaptain Haynes tells passengers to prepare for a crash landing, breaking protocol.“I'm not going to kid anybody. This is going to be bad.”33:47Jun 26, 2025
- Heartbreaking Safety ProtocolFlight attendant Jan Brown instructs parents to place infants on the floor during the emergency.“I can't believe you're telling parents to put their most prized possession on the floor.”35:15Jun 26, 2025
- The CrashThe DC-10 nosedives and crashes into a cornfield, shattering into pieces.“It wasn't a crash landing. It was us dropping out of the sky and slamming into the earth.”40:38Jun 26, 2025
- Survival Instincts Kick InJan Brown leads passengers to safety after regaining consciousness in the wreckage.“I was focused on getting these people out.”43:46Jun 26, 2025
- Survival Against All OddsDespite the crash, 184 people survived, showcasing incredible resilience.“I mean, what a miracle that anyone survived, let alone that many people.”49:35Jun 26, 2025
Tension
85/ 100High tension
