Listen Now: My Mom’s Murder
Summary
Lauren Malloy recounts how a 2020 message from a woman named Louise shattered her 30-year belief that her mother died of natural causes. Louise claims to have been Lori’s best friend and reveals that Lori was actually murdered, a fact never investigated by authorities. The episode details Lauren’s initial skepticism, her verification of Louise’s identity through old photographs, and her decision to finally pursue the truth behind her mother’s death.
Topics discussed
Introduction and the life-changing phone call
Promise to uncover the truth behind the murder
Backstory: Growing up without a mother
Life in Rhode Island and local culture
Personal anecdotes and career background
The routine life before the pandemic
Receiving the mysterious Facebook message
Verifying Louise's identity through a photo
Confirming the connection and sharing photos
The revelation: Mom was murdered, not heart disease
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