Relisten to The Girlfriends S1, Ep 2: Lobsters for Dinner
The Girlfriends: Our Lost Sister
Deep Dive
Why did Carole's relationship with Bob start to deteriorate?
Bob's behavior became increasingly erratic, including accusations of syphilis and irrational anger, which made Carole feel unsafe and led to their eventual breakup.
What was the romantic highlight of Carole's relationship with Bob?
One of the most romantic moments was when Bob flew Carole to Furnace Creek Oasis for a picnic with cheese, hummus, grapes, and shrimp cocktail, prepared by him.
How did Carole's mother initially react to Bob?
Carole's mother found Bob odd and uncomfortable, especially after his disastrous attempt to cook live lobsters at her house, leaving a mess behind.
What was Bob's profession and reputation in Las Vegas?
Bob was a flying Jewish doctor, well-respected in the medical community, known for his charitable work in Mexico, and considered highly accomplished by many in Las Vegas.
What incident revealed Bob's temper to Carole?
Carole broke a glass while emptying the dishwasher, and Bob reacted with extreme anger, raising his voice and demanding compensation for the $8 glass, which was part of a set.
What was the turning point in Carole's relationship with Bob?
During a weekend trip, Bob accused Carole of giving him syphilis, leading her to feel unsafe and book a commercial flight back to Las Vegas alone.
What did Carole and Mindy discover about Bob's past?
They found out that Bob was previously married to Gail Katz, who mysteriously disappeared, and he was accused of murdering her, though he was investigated and deemed innocent.
How did Mindy and Jeff start investigating Bob?
Mindy, a true crime enthusiast, began researching Bob's past using library archives and microfiche machines, inspired by a real-life case she learned about from Carole.
What was the significance of the movie 'Boxing Helena' in their investigation?
Jeff and Mindy saw parallels between the movie's plot, involving a murderous surgeon who dismembers a woman, and Bob's potential involvement in his wife's disappearance.
What role did the Mayflower restaurant play in their investigation?
The Mayflower became a regular meeting spot where Carole, Mindy, and eventually Carole's mother would discuss their theories and findings about Bob and Gail's disappearance over meals.
- Romantic trip with Bob in a small plane
- Flying over the Valley of Fire and Death Valley
- Feeling like a fairytale
- Hints of future problems
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