Way More than We Can Chew: The Karen Read Phenomenon and Make-Up that Doesn’t Melt Under Pressure (or the sun)

Murder, Murder on the Wall

What are we thinking? This week, Kelly and Stacey join the legions of other podcasts that have taken on the Karen Read Murder Trial - but with our own twist. We attempt to unpack how this little case from outside of BAH-ston became a nail-biting, courthouse flash-mobbing national obsession. We also examine Karen Read’s courtroom style, and wonder who paid for all that designer drip. Finally, in the dog days of summer, we have some recos for hot-weather make-up that stays on your face when you need to keep your cool. Like if you are on trial for murder - or just dealing with your kids.

Please note: This episode’s focus is about the ongoing and extensive coverage around the Karen Read murder trial that has riveted the entire nation for months - and our opinions on how this public fascination spread like wildfire - throughout the mainstream media, social media and even activist media. It is not about the legal intricacies of the case - nor is it really about the tragic event. The death of Officer John O’Keefe is heartbreaking - no matter how it may have unfolded. He - and his children - deserve justice. Period.

Our Sources:

Boston News: The Karen Read Murder Trial: Canton Confidential Podcast

MassLive Timeline By Tréa Lavery

CBS Boston Why are People so Obsessed By Kristina Rex

CBS News Boston How is Turtleboy Involved WBZ News Staff

CBS News: Who is Karen Read and Why are Some People Calling to ‘Free’ Her? By Matt Schooley

The Cut: What We Know About the Karen Read Murder Trial by Claire Lampen

Vox.com: The Baffling Case of Karen Read by Aja Romano

Also mentioned:

An incredible interactive guide to the key players in the case by Matt Fortin, Debbie King and Alex Ford for NBCBostom.com

Emily D. Baker on YouTube

Dressing for the Dock: The Psychology of Courtroom Style/theguardian.com staff report

Polished, Assertive and On the Attack: What to Know about Karen Read’s Trial Style by Abby Patkin for Boston.com

Shannon Shaming on X.com She does a fab job of breaking down all of Karen Read’s looks

Lipstick Lesbians

Housewives of True Crime (two great episodes with opposing viewpoints on Karen Read!)

Fashion and BEAUTY! at 57:12

Town & Country: Everything Gwyneth Wore to her Ski Trial by Sophie Dweck

Anna Delvey Court Looks Instagram

The New York Times: The Verdict on Elizabeth Holmes Trial Makeover by Vanessa Friedman

That Veronica Beard Miller Jacket!

More Veronica Beard

iT CC Cream

Supergoop! 100% Mineral (Re)setting Powder Face Sunscreen SPF 35

Koh Gen Do Maifanshi Moisture Foundation

Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun: Rice & Probiotics SPF 50

Saie Sun Melt The Viral Cream Balm Bronzer

Supergoop! (Re) Setting Refreshing Mist Sunscreen SPF 40

Kopari Beauty Rose Gold Sun Shield Body Glow Sunscreen SPF 45

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