Rewind with Karen & Georgia - 114: Civic Order

Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark take a trip down memory lane, revisiting their 2018 episode, "Civic Order." This episode, originally released on March 29th, 2018, delves into a range of topics from the importance of trusting your gut and calling the police when something feels off, to the unexpected challenges of parenting, and a surprising revelation about dental phobias. The hosts also share updates on their fan club, "The Fan Cult," and tease exciting future projects.

Always Call the Police

One of the most striking segments of the rewind episode revolves around a story from their original podcast about a man found lying under movie theater seats. Karen and Georgia emphasize the critical importance of immediately calling the police when encountering suspicious or unsettling situations. Karen passionately states, "If that ever happens, call the police immediately. Don't wait for movie theater employees to call the police. Don't wait for permission to call the police. You call the police immediately because the person that lays under movie theater seats is only going to do weirder and more fucked up stuff afterwards." (4:14) They reflect on how they initially laughed about the absurdity of the situation, but later realized the gravity of the potential danger. Georgia adds that even if you're unsure if a behavior violates a specific civic order, if it feels weird, call the police, as they will investigate. This strong stance highlights a core message: trust your instincts and prioritize safety.