In this gripping episode of Life in Jest, Selene and Pascale dive into the Karen Read case and the police misconduct allegations that shook Massachusetts. From vulgar investigative texts and questionable evidence handling to the dramatic fallout around former State Trooper Michael Proctor, we unpack why the public demanded accountability — and why questions still remain about how Boston officer John O’Keefe really died.

Then, the hosts turn to another shocking Canton-area tragedy: the heartbreaking death of 23-year-old Sandra Birchmore, a vulnerable young woman groomed for years by police officer Matthew Farwell before her death during a nor’easter. With disturbing parallels — abuse of power, failed oversight, and devastating loss — this case raises chilling questions about corruption and culture within law enforcement.

After examining two real-world nightmares, Selene and Pascale pivot to Part 2 of the true origins behind iconic horror films — the real cases, crimes, and terrifying human behavior that inspired some of cinema’s most disturbing stories. Because sometimes the scariest monsters aren’t on screen.

Balancing true-crime analysis with raw emotion and razor-sharp gallows humor, the hosts confront the darkness — and still find a way to laugh, heal, and stay human. From Dateline-level investigative energy to cackling over a doormat that says, “Don’t let the cats out or the cops in,” this episode blends outrage, empathy, and irreverence in classic Life in Jest style.

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