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"That's Messed Up, an SVU Podcast" hosted by Lisa Tranger and Kara Clank, delves into Law and Order SVU episodes, the true crime cases they're based on, and interviews with actors. "Rewind with Karen and Georgia" revisits old episodes, showcasing the podcasters' evolution and updates on past cases. The hosts discuss the fascination with murder, particularly among women, and explore statistics about the average age of victims and perpetrators. They address negative feedback regarding their humor and approach, emphasizing the importance of focusing on victims' stories. The podcast features segments where they share their favorite murder stories, including the Martha Moxley case and the LA Freeway Killers. The Martha Moxley case highlights the recent emergence of a new suspect, Tony Bryant, while the LA Freeway Killers segment focuses on William Bonan, a serial killer with multiple accomplices. The podcast concludes with a segment where listeners share their hometown murder stories, providing a broader perspective on true crime and its impact on communities.

Outlines

00:00:00

Introduction and Podcast Format

The podcast introduces itself as "That's Messed Up, an SVU Podcast," hosted by Lisa Tranger and Kara Clank. They discuss their podcast format, which involves breaking down Law and Order SVU episodes, the true crime cases they're based on, and interviews with actors from the episodes.

00:00:58

Rewinding to Episode Five and Podcast Evolution

Karen and Georgia, the hosts of "Rewind with Karen and Georgia," announce their series where they revisit old episodes of their podcast. They discuss the evolution of their podcasting style and the murders they covered in the early days.

00:02:38

True Crime Fascination and Age Statistics

Karen and Georgia discuss their shared interest in true crime and the commonality of women's fascination with murder. They delve into statistics about the average age of homicide victims and murderers, finding it surprising that the average age of murderers is relatively young.

00:06:01

Addressing Listener Feedback and Importance of Victims' Stories

Karen and Georgia address negative feedback they received from listeners who criticized their humor and approach to true crime. They discuss the importance of connecting with an audience that understands their style and the need to focus on the victims' stories.

00:07:18

Favorite Murder Stories and Importance of Research

Karen and Georgia introduce the segment where they share their favorite murder stories. They discuss the difficulty of choosing a favorite and the importance of research in their podcasting.

00:10:19

The Murder of Martha Moxley and Michael Skakel's Case

Georgia shares her favorite murder story, the murder of Martha Moxley in 1975. She discusses the case's history, the arrest and conviction of Michael Skakel, and his recent release from jail due to inadequate legal representation.

00:17:35

New Developments in the Moxley Case and Tony Bryant

Georgia continues discussing the Martha Moxley case, highlighting the recent emergence of a new suspect, Tony Bryant, who claims to know the real killers. She expresses skepticism about Bryant's story and the potential for a wrongful conviction.

00:25:46

The LA Freeway Killers and William Bonan

Karen shares her favorite murder story, the case of the LA Freeway Killers in the 1970s. She focuses on William Bonan, a serial killer who had multiple accomplices and a history of abuse and mental illness.

00:39:58

Bonan's Arrest, Conviction, and Impact on Podcasting

Karen provides details about Bonan's arrest and conviction, highlighting the role of his accomplices in his downfall. She discusses the impact of the case on their podcasting approach and the importance of focusing on the victims' stories.

00:43:36

Hometown Murder Stories and Listener Submissions

Karen and Georgia introduce a segment where they read listener-submitted hometown murder stories. They share a story from Mark Schwamm about a blue panel van that followed him and his brother while they were delivering newspapers.

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Q&A

• What is the format of "That's Messed Up, an SVU Podcast"?

  The podcast breaks down episodes of Law and Order SVU, the true crime cases they're based on, and interviews with actors from the episodes.

• What is the main theme of "Rewind with Karen and Georgia"?

  The series revisits old episodes of their podcast, reflecting on their evolution as podcasters and providing updates on the murders they covered in the early days.

• What are some of the statistics discussed about homicide victims and murderers?

  The average age of homicide victims in 2008 was 32.7 years old, while the average age of murderers was 28.8 years old.

• What is the main point of the segment about listener feedback?

  Karen and Georgia emphasize the importance of connecting with an audience that understands their style and the need to focus on the victims' stories, rather than glorifying the killers.

• What is the significance of the Martha Moxley case?

  The case is notable for its connection to the Kennedy family and the recent emergence of a new suspect, Tony Bryant, who claims to know the real killers.

• What is the main focus of the segment about the LA Freeway Killers?

  The segment focuses on William Bonan, a serial killer who had multiple accomplices and a history of abuse and mental illness.

• What is the impact of the LA Freeway Killers case on the podcasters' approach?

  The case highlights the importance of focusing on the victims' stories and the need to understand the psychology behind serial killers.

• What is the purpose of the "Hometown Murder Stories" segment?

  The segment allows listeners to share their own local murder stories, providing a broader perspective on true crime and its impact on communities.

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