My Favorite Murder with Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark

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.

Episodes

December 8, 2025 23 mins

This week’s hometowns include a hitchhiking 12-year-old and a girl scout field trip to visit a cult. 

 

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My Favorite Murder presents the premiere episode of our newest podcast, Brief Recess: A Legal Podcast with Michael Foote & Mélissa Malebranche, on the Exactly Right network. Brief Recess takes a sharp, funny, and deeply human look at the American legal system, breaking down the stories behind the headlines and showing how the law actually works in real life.

In this episode, “ICE Abuses and Accountability… F...

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December 4, 2025 79 mins

This week, Georgia covers the mysterious death of Phoebe Handsjuk and Karen tells the story of the sinking of the SS Edmund Fitzgerald. 

Content Warning: This episode involves the discussion of suicide and suicidal ideation.

 

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It's time to Rewind with Karen & Georgia!

This week, K & G recap Episode 73: Chill Satanist. Georgia covered Fall River Cult Murders and Karen delved into the Berkeley Hostage Crisis. Tune in for all-new commentary, case updates and more!

Whether you've listened a thousand times or you're new to the show, join the conversation as we look back on our old episodes and discuss the life lessons we’ve learned along the way...

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December 1, 2025 20 mins

This week’s hometowns include a creepy caller and a mistaken kidnapping in Sweden.

 

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Live at Oakland’s Paramount Theatre, Georgia covers the disappearance and death of Edith Irene Wolfskill and Karen tells the story of scammer James Hogue.

 

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It's time to Rewind with Karen & Georgia!

This week, K & G recap Episode 72: Steven It Out. Georgia covered Larry Eyler aka The Highway Killer and Karen presented The Pillow Pyro of southern California, John Orr. Tune in for all-new commentary, case updates and more!

Whether you've listened a thousand times or you're new to the show, join the conversation as we look back on our old episodes and discuss the life lessons we&r...

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November 24, 2025 27 mins

This week’s hometowns are Thanksgiving-themed! Stories feature a celebrity stopping by dinner and Grandma’s kitchen.

 

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November 20, 2025 29 mins

This week, Georgia covers hitchhike killer James Waybern Hall.

 

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It's time to Rewind with Karen & Georgia!

This week, K & G recap Episode 71: Put It In A Door. Karen covered John Crutchley the Vampire Rapist and Georgia discussed Genene Jones. Tune in for all-new commentary, case updates and more!

Whether you've listened a thousand times or you're new to the show, join the conversation as we look back on our old episodes and discuss the life lessons we’ve learned along the way. Hea...

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November 17, 2025 25 mins

This week’s hometowns feature creepy neighbors. Stories include the Golden State Killer and an accidental curse.

 

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November 13, 2025 71 mins

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.

 

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It's time to Rewind with Karen & Georgia!

This week, K & G recap Episode 70: Live at the Moontower Comedy Festival. Georgia covered the infamous Yogurt Shop Murders and Karen told the story of America's 'first' serial killer, the Servant Girl Annihilator. Tune in for all-new commentary, case updates and more!

Whether you've listened a thousand times or you're new to the show, join the conversation as we look back on our old...

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November 10, 2025 23 mins

This week’s hometowns include a Hocus Pocus connection and a drunk storm off.

 

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November 6, 2025 62 mins

This week, Karen and Georgia sit down with the hosts of Exactly Right’s newest podcast, Brief Recess: A Legal Podcast with Michael Foote & Mélissa Malebranche. They talk about everything from the state of immigration in America, to the superiority of boxed mac and cheese.

Brief Recess premieres on November 13 with new episodes every Thursday. Follow, rate, and review Brief Recess wherever you get your podcasts. Fol...

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It's time to Rewind with Karen & Georgia!

This week, K & G recap Episode 69: Never a Mannequin. Georgia talked about the tragic mystery surrounding Keith Warren's death and Karen covered the Riverside serial killer, William Suff. Tune in for all-new commentary, case updates and more!

Whether you've listened a thousand times or you're new to the show, join the conversation as we look back on our old episodes and discuss the ...

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November 3, 2025 19 mins

This week’s hometowns include a Zodiac suspect and an eerie psychic experience. 

 

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October 30, 2025 41 mins

On today’s episode, Karen covers Mary Shelley and the gloomy summer vacation that led to Frankenstein.

 

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October 29, 2025 95 mins

It's time to Rewind with Karen & Georgia!

This week, K & G recap Episode 68: Q&T&A. Karen and Georgia answered listener questions. Tune in for all-new commentary, case updates and more!

Whether you've listened a thousand times or you're new to the show, join the conversation as we look back on our old episodes and discuss the life lessons we’ve learned along the way. Head to social media to share your favorite...

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October 27, 2025 25 mins

Happy Halloween, Murderinos! This week’s hometowns include a giant pumpkin, pipe bomb party and tales from Spirit Halloween.  

 

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