506 - New York Favorites
- Nov 13, 2025
- 1:11:42
- Full Episode
<p>On this New York quilt episode, we revisit Karen and Georgia's coverage of the New York Zodiac Killer from July 25, 2024 and pioneering investigative reporter Nellie Bly from November 2, 2023.</p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr">For our sources, please visit <a href="https://www.myfavoritemurder.com/episodes" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.myfavoritemurder.com/episodes&source=gmail&ust=1761158835487000&usg=AOvVaw36sCqNsbC2MQ5WsbZAtgwq">https://www.myfavoritemurder.com/episodes</a>.</p> <p dir="ltr">Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: <a href="https://bit.ly/3UFCn1g" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://bit.ly/3UFCn1g&source=gmail&ust=1761158835487000&usg=AOvVaw2Ylnp_UhVmlZZ3tLmOt6Jb">https://bit.ly/3UFCn1g</a>.</p> <p dir="ltr">Head to social media to share your favorite moments from this episode. </p> <p dir="ltr">Instagram: <a href="http://instagram.com/myfavoritemurder" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://instagram.com/myfavoritemurder&source=gmail&ust=1761158835487000&usg=AOvVaw3hf4n9bp3_-sZeNAw5ZJJf">instagram.com/myfavoritemurder</a> </p> <p dir="ltr">Facebook: <a href="http://facebook.com/myfavoritemurder" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://facebook.com/myfavoritemurder&source=gmail&ust=1761158835487000&usg=AOvVaw2lSmegt2dEeLXEfOf9TnjG">facebook.com/myfavoritemurder</a> </p> <p dir="ltr">TikTok: <a href="http://tiktok.com/@my_favorite_murder" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://tiktok.com/@my_favorite_murder&source=gmail&ust=1761158835487000&usg=AOvVaw3w30DLP1QvJwD-8p51krHF">tiktok.com/@my_favorite_murder</a> </p> <p dir="ltr">Watch full episodes of My Favorite Murder on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@my_favorite_murder" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.youtube.com/@my_favorite_murder&source=gmail&ust=1761158835487000&usg=AOvVaw0ZMnjvaYtHJnlbziz5y7PM">https://www.youtube.com/@my_favorite_murder</a> </p> <p dir="ltr">Send your hometown stories to <a href="mailto:myfavoritemurder@gmail.com">myfavoritemurder@gmail.com</a>. </p> <p dir="ltr">Join the Fan Cult to access ad-free episodes of My Favorite Murder. Members also receive merch store discounts, exclusive audio and video content and more! Visit <a href="http://www.fancult.supercast.com/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.fancult.supercast.com/&source=gmail&ust=1761158835487000&usg=AOvVaw1MbKLbaGinxv4te6tFmR3e">www.fancult.supercast.com</a> to join.</p> <p dir="ltr">Shop for My Favorite Murder and other Exactly Right merchandise here: <a href="http://www.exactlyrightstore.com/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.exactlyrightstore.com&source=gmail&ust=1761158835487000&usg=AOvVaw0f7vYBdVaAgEKGUkjL7o3p">www.exactlyrightstore.com</a>.</p> <p dir="ltr">Rate, review and follow My Favorite Murder on the iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you like to listen.</p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>
Brief Summary
Georgia shares the story of the New York Zodiac Killer, while Karen discusses Nellie Bly's groundbreaking reporting on asylum conditions.
Key points
- The Zodiac's Letter. A chilling note found at a crime scene claims responsibility for the shootings.
- The New York Zodiac Killer. A shocking tale of a Zodiac Killer in New York City emerges, with victims linked by astrology.
- Detective's Discovery. Detective C. Ravello finds a familiar handwriting in a hostage negotiation confession.
- The New York Zodiac. A chilling tale of a killer who terrorized New York, evading capture.
- Nellie Bly's Bold Move. Nellie Bly decides to go undercover in a mental asylum to expose its horrors.
- Nellie's Bold Undercover Assignment. Nellie checks herself into Blackwell's Island as a patient to expose the asylum's horrors.
Episode highlights
- The Zodiac's LetterA chilling note found at a crime scene claims responsibility for the shootings.“This is the Zodiac.”4:08Nov 13, 2025
- The New York Zodiac KillerA shocking tale of a Zodiac Killer in New York City emerges, with victims linked by astrology.“This is the story of the New York Zodiac.”4:22Nov 13, 2025
- Detective's DiscoveryDetective C. Ravello finds a familiar handwriting in a hostage negotiation confession.“It looked like my wife's shopping list.”19:03Nov 13, 2025
- The New York ZodiacA chilling tale of a killer who terrorized New York, evading capture.“Wow, New York Zodiac.”23:56Nov 13, 2025
- Nellie Bly's Bold MoveNellie Bly decides to go undercover in a mental asylum to expose its horrors.“What a total nightmare? Total nightmare. Revolutionary.”42:32Nov 13, 2025
- Nellie's Bold Undercover AssignmentNellie checks herself into Blackwell's Island as a patient to expose the asylum's horrors.“It's terrifying, but that's like a real journalist.”42:39Nov 13, 2025
- The Judge's CompassionA judge shows unexpected kindness to Nellie, mistaking her for a victim.“I would stake everything on her being a good girl.”44:12Nov 13, 2025
- The Chilling Reality of Blackwell's IslandNellie learns the grim truth about the asylum's conditions and treatment of patients.“Blackwell's Island, an insane place where you'll never get out.”45:56Nov 13, 2025
