On today's episode, Karen and Georgia cover the "National Forest Serial Killer" Gary Michael Hilton and the mysterious disappearance of Judy Smith.

On today's episode, Karen and Georgia cover the "National Forest Serial Killer" Gary Michael Hilton and the mysterious disappearance of Judy Smith.

My Favorite Murder is a true crime comedy podcast hosted by Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark. Each week, Karen and Georgia share compelling true crimes and hometown stories from friends and listeners. 

Since MFM launched in January of 2016, Karen and Georgia have shared their lifelong interest in true crime and have covered stories of infamous serial killers like the Night Stalker, mysterious cold cases, captivating cults, incredible survivor stories and important events from history like the Tulsa race massacre of 1921.  

My Favorite Murder is part of the Exactly Right podcast network that provides a platform for bold, creative voices to bring to life provocative, entertaining and relatable stories for audiences everywhere. The Exactly Right roster of podcasts covers a variety of topics including historic true crime, comedic interviews and news, science, pop culture and more. Podcasts on the network include Buried Bones with Kate Winkler Dawson and Paul Holes, That's Messed Up: An SVU Podcast, This Podcast Will Kill You, Bananas and more.

My Favorite Murder with Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark

My Favorite Murder is a true crime comedy podcast hosted by Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark. Each week, Karen and Georgia share compelling true crimes and hometown stories from friends and listeners. 

Since MFM launched in January of 2016, Karen and Georgia have shared their lifelong interest in true crime and have covered stories of infamous serial killers like the Night Stalker, mysterious cold cases, captivating cults, incredible survivor stories and important events from history like the Tulsa race massacre of 1921.  

My Favorite Murder is part of the Exactly Right podcast network that provides a platform for bold, creative voices to bring to life provocative, entertaining and relatable stories for audiences everywhere. The Exactly Right roster of podcasts covers a variety of topics including historic true crime, comedic interviews and news, science, pop culture and more. Podcasts on the network include Buried Bones with Kate Winkler Dawson and Paul Holes, That's Messed Up: An SVU Podcast, This Podcast Will Kill You, Bananas and more.

323 - Pills & Thrills

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This week’s hometowns are 4/20-themed! Hometowns include grandpa’s illegal weed (and Ted Bundy near-miss) and a bong that brought in the bomb squad.

 

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This week&rsquo;s hometowns are 4/20-themed! Hometowns include grandpa&rsquo;s illegal weed (and Ted Bundy near-miss) and a bong that brought in the bomb squad.
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MFM Minisode 484

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My Favorite Murder presents the hit music podcast Disgraceland hosted by Jake Brennan, now on the Exactly Right network.

In this episode, “Patti Smith: How True Crime Helped the ‘Godmother of Punk’ Survive,” Patti Smith’s story unfolds against a backdrop of crime and cultural upheaval. Influenced by artists like Jean Genet and William S. Burroughs, Patti created music for outsiders while learning how to navigate a dangerous and unpredictable world.

Disgraceland dives into the real stories behind music’s biggest legends—from crimes and scandals to the moments that shaped their lives and careers, all told through immersive, fully scripted storytelling.

Listen to Disgraceland on the iHeartRadio app, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. For updates, behind-the-scenes content and more, follow Disgraceland on Instagram and TikTok @disgracelandpod.

My Favorite Murder presents the hit music podcast Disgraceland hosted by Jake Brennan, now on the Exactly Right network.
In this episode, &ldquo;Patti Smith: How True Crime Helped the &lsquo;Godmother of Punk&rsquo; Survive,&rdquo; Patti Smith&rsquo;s story unfolds against a backdrop of crime and cultural upheaval. Influenced by artists like Jean Genet and William S. Burroughs, Patti created music for outsiders while learning how to navigate a dangerous and unpredictable world.
Disgraceland dives into the real stories behind music&rsquo;s biggest legends&mdash;from crimes and scandals to the moments that shaped their lives and careers, all told through immersive, fully scripted storytelling.
Listen to Disgraceland on the iHeartRadio app, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. For updates, behind-the-scenes content and more, follow Disgraceland on Instagram and TikTok @disgracelandpod.

MFM Presents… Disgraceland

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This week, Georgia covers the disappearance of Brian Shaffer and Karen tells the story of a mysterious creature, the Van Meter Visitor.

 

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This week, Georgia covers the disappearance of Brian Shaffer and Karen tells the story of a mysterious creature, the Van Meter Visitor.
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528 - In a Business Way

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323 - Pills & Thrills

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