The Thing About Helen & Olga - Ep. 3: Silk Pajamas and a Flimsy Nightgown
- Feb 9, 2026
- 37:05
- Full Episode
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<p>The Granny Task Force conducts simultaneous early-morning raids at the homes of Helen and Olga. This episode was originally published on November 16, 2021.</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>
Brief Summary
Helen Golay and Olga Rudderschmidt orchestrated insurance fraud leading to murder, targeting vulnerable men for financial gain.
Key points
- The Efficient Method of Elimination. Driving a car over someone proves to be a chillingly effective method of murder.
- The Confrontation at Izzy's Deli. Ed Webster's tense meeting with Helen Golay reveals her true nature.
- The Black Widow. Olga Smith, known as the Black Widow, raises suspicions among investigators.
- Fred Downey's Tragic End. Fred Downey's life takes a dark turn after moving to California.
- The Marked Man. Jimmy Covington learns he may have been targeted for murder.
- The Arrest of Helen and Olga. In a dramatic raid, federal agents arrest Helen and Olga for insurance fraud.
Episode highlights
- The Efficient Method of EliminationDriving a car over someone proves to be a chillingly effective method of murder.“But nothing we've encountered matches the simple no-frills efficiency of driving a one-and-a-half-ton car over someone down on the pavement.”0:24Feb 9, 2026
- The Confrontation at Izzy's DeliEd Webster's tense meeting with Helen Golay reveals her true nature.“She was just there for a check.”4:05Feb 9, 2026
- The Black WidowOlga Smith, known as the Black Widow, raises suspicions among investigators.“We call her the Black Widow.”10:31Feb 9, 2026
- Fred Downey's Tragic EndFred Downey's life takes a dark turn after moving to California.“Fred Downey wasn't okay.”19:28Feb 9, 2026
- The Marked ManJimmy Covington learns he may have been targeted for murder.“They said that they would take a policy out on me to try to murder me.”23:21Feb 9, 2026
- The Arrest of Helen and OlgaIn a dramatic raid, federal agents arrest Helen and Olga for insurance fraud.“This was shock and awe.”31:35Feb 9, 2026
- Evidence FoundInvestigators uncover meticulous records of insurance policies and expenses in Helen's apartment.“It was a treasure trove of documents for the fraud.”34:53Feb 9, 2026
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Tension
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