In this episode, hosts Jen, Ashley, and Olivia delve into the true crime story of Vivian Gordon, also known as the Broadway Butterfly. The podcast explores her life, her involvement in the seedy underworld of 1920s and 30s New York, and the events leading up to her mysterious murder. The story includes her early life, attempts to escape the showgirl lifestyle, her ultimate entanglement in organized crime, blackmail schemes, and a tragic end that coincides with a significant political scandal involving New York City Mayor Jimmy Walker. The narrative also touches on the corruption within the police force and the judicial system, with notable appearances by FDR and Judge Samuel Seabury. The episode concludes with the sad suicide of Vivian’s daughter, Benita, and an overview of key historical figures connected to the case.   00:00 Listener Discretion Advised   00:15 Meet the Hosts   00:50 Sponsored by Revenge   02:00 The Broadway Butterfly: Vivian Gordon   02:36 A Body in the Park   08:06 Vivian's Early Life   10:30 From Chorus Girl to Common Law Wife   15:54 A Setup and a Downfall   28:00 Vivian's Rise in the Underworld   29:16 Corruption and Blackmail   44:33 The Seabury Investigation   46:04 Vivian's Last Stand   46:41 Support the Podcast   48:59 Vivian's Bold Move   49:42 The Mysterious Death   50:08 The Investigation Begins   52:12 The Grand Jury and Corruption   57:21 A Tragic Turn   01:00:50 Breakthrough in the Case   01:08:41 The Aftermath and Legacy   01:19:57 Unsolved Mysteries and Reflections   01:28:07 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts