MFM Minisode 485
- Apr 27, 2026
- 32:10
- Full Episode
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Brief Summary
A ferry captain's detour leads to a crash, a listener recalls a Golden State Killer connection, and childhood pranks create chaos.
Key points
- Kewpie Mayo: A Flavor Revelation. Many are surprised by the rich umami flavor of Kewpie mayo, which uses only egg yolks.
- The Siren of the San Juans. A ferry captain's flirtation leads to a disastrous crash, forever changing a woman's reputation.
- A Creepy Childhood Memory. A childhood prank leads to terrified neighbors and a lasting family story.
- The Treasure Hunt. A quest for hidden cash reveals deeper family secrets.
- The Locked File Cabinet. A locked cabinet holds secrets that could change everything.
- A Life of Crime. Uncovering a family member's past as a drug mule changes everything.
Episode highlights
- Kewpie Mayo: A Flavor RevelationMany are surprised by the rich umami flavor of Kewpie mayo, which uses only egg yolks.“I got a new favorite food.”1:26Apr 27, 2026
- The Siren of the San JuansA ferry captain's flirtation leads to a disastrous crash, forever changing a woman's reputation.“Always the woman.”6:38Apr 27, 2026
- A Creepy Childhood MemoryA childhood prank leads to terrified neighbors and a lasting family story.“Stay sexy and don't tell children to shower at midnight.”20:19Apr 27, 2026
- The Treasure HuntA quest for hidden cash reveals deeper family secrets.“We found envelopes of cash taped to the bottom of his dresser.”23:48Apr 27, 2026
- The Locked File CabinetA locked cabinet holds secrets that could change everything.“But something told me if it was worth locking, then there had to be something in there worth finding.”24:13Apr 27, 2026
- A Life of CrimeUncovering a family member's past as a drug mule changes everything.“In reality, he was a legit drug mule running cocaine from Florida to Massachusetts.”27:02Apr 27, 2026
- Unexpected DiscoveriesWhat happens when you find out your family has a hidden past?“He kept a newspaper clipping from a trial where he turned states evidence.”27:08Apr 27, 2026
- Family Secrets UnveiledDiscovering hidden truths about family can lead to shocking revelations.“Stay sexy and don't let a locked filing cabinet deter your treasure hunt.”28:40Apr 27, 2026
