Listen Now: My Mom’s Murder
Summary
Lauren Malloy recounts how a 2020 message from her mother’s alleged best friend shattered her 30-year belief that her mom died of natural causes. After verifying the woman’s identity through old photos, Lauren learns her mother was actually murdered and never investigated. The episode details her decision to personally investigate the cold case, confronting decades of contradictions to uncover the truth behind her mother’s death.
Topics discussed
Introduction and the shocking phone call
Promise to uncover the truth
Growing up without a mother in Rhode Island
Life in Providence and local culture
Personal adventures and career background
The routine life before June 2020
Receiving a mysterious Facebook message
Skepticism and the missing connection
Verifying identity with an old photograph
Confirming the friendship and wedding photos
The revelation of murder and podcast promo
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