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MFM Minisode 467

My Favorite Murder with Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark

  • Dec 22, 2025
  • 18:31
  • Full Episode
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Brief Summary

Listeners share holiday stories filled with chaos, eerie connections, and family mishaps.

Key points

  • Dr. Death the Cowboy. A charming neurosurgeon leaves a trail of broken bodies in his wake.
  • Christmas Card Photo Revelation. A listener discovers a chilling connection to a notorious murder case.
  • The Piñata Incident. A Christmas celebration goes horribly wrong when a drunk uncle throws a box of tools.
  • The Ghost of Christmas Future. A theater mishap leads to chaos and an unexpected lesson for homeschoolers.
  • Cachava for Busy Lives. Cachava offers a convenient way to maintain wellness on the go. 'I'm so excited about this.'
  • Talkspace Accessibility. Talkspace makes therapy accessible and affordable for everyone. 'It's a no-brainer to try therapy.'

Tension

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