527 - Disgraceland
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In this special episode of My Favorite Murder, hosts Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark welcome Jake Brennan, creator of the acclaimed true crime and music podcast Disgraceland, to announce his move to the Exactly Right Network. The conversation is a heartfelt celebration of podcasting culture, with Brennan sharing his journey from playing in Boston hardcore bands to launching Disgraceland in 2018 as a passion project blending music history with true crime. He recounts pivotal moments like being inspired by the Jerry Lee Lewis story in Rolling Stone, his surreal interview with Elton John after a last-minute flight to Milan, and the deep personal connection he feels to the stories he tells—especially those involving artists like Patti Smith, whose obsession with crime fiction may have helped her survive a life steeped in danger. The hosts express their admiration for Brennan’s unique voice and storytelling, calling him a kindred spirit in the podcast world. The episode concludes with a playful musical Mad Libs game featuring Kate Schellenbach, and a promotional trailer for Disgraceland, now available on the Exactly Right Network with new episodes dropping every Tuesday, bonus episodes on Thursday, and rewinds on Sunday.
Disgraceland has joined the Exactly Right Network, expanding its reach with new episodes every Tuesday and bonus content on Thursday and Sunday.
Jake Brennan’s journey from a Boston hardcore musician to a true crime podcast host was fueled by a lifelong love of music and stories, especially those that are dark, taboo, or overlooked.
Patti Smith’s deep fascination with true crime—ranging from the Lindbergh kidnapping to The Son of Sam—may have served as a kind of spiritual armor, helping her survive the dangers of the punk rock scene.
The podcast’s unique blend of music and true crime offers a raw, human perspective that goes beyond traditional biographies, focusing on the 'weirder shit' that makes stories more compelling.
Jake Brennan’s interview with Elton John was a dream come true, achieved through a last-minute, sleep-deprived flight to Milan—proving that saying 'yes' to opportunities can lead to the impossible.
Podcast Promos and Network Announcements
The episode opens with a series of promotional clips for other Exactly Right Network podcasts, including Dear Chelsea, Wicked Words, Dear Movies I Love You, and The Girlfriends, setting the stage for the main announcement.
Welcome to Disgraceland on Exactly Right
“It is truly such an honor to have a podcast as beautifully made and thoughtfully made and made by a talent that isn't just like successful, but also like it does feel like we know you and we've known you for a long time.”
Jake Brennan’s Origin Story: From Band to Podcast
“I was like, I'm going to start a podcast. And my only ambition was that I thought it might lead to some sort of work in audio.”
The Power of Storytelling and the Elton John Interview
“I'm like, I don't know if I'm going to fucking get there. But I'm going to Milan to have breakfast apparently.”
Music, Crime, and Patti Smith: The True Crime Muse
“I feel like the knowledge of that somehow, cosmically, spiritually, whatever, it helped her avoid being a casualty.”
“It is truly such an honor to have a podcast as beautifully made and thoughtfully made and made by a talent that isn't just like successful, but also like it does feel like we know you and we've known you for a long time.”
“I feel like the knowledge of that somehow, cosmically, spiritually, whatever, it helped her avoid being a casualty.”
“Be aware. You know, so I think her sort of fascination with crime... it helped her avoid being a casualty.”
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Karen Kilgariff
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Georgia Hardstark
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Exactly Right Network
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Elton John
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Jerry Lee Lewis
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Kate Schellenbach
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Helter Skelter
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