In Oklahoma, the Edmondson family was royalty.

For decades, the Edmondson name had been synonymous with public service, integrity, and leadership. Some people even called them "the Kennedys of Oklahoma."

It was because, generation after generation, they answered the call to serve.

Sarah's grandfather served in the United States Congress. Her great-uncle was both the governor of Oklahoma and, later, a U.S. senator. Her uncle served as the state's attorney general. And her father, Jim Edmondson, would become a justice on the Oklahoma Supreme Court.

Their reputation had been built on a deep commitment to the people of Oklahoma. The Edmondsons weren't known for scandal.

And then came Sarah.

Join Jen and Cam as we discuss ‘From Fiction to Fatal: William Savage & Patsy Byers.’

Shout out to Jason P, who suggested the episode!

Promo from our friend Chris at They’re Not Shadows notshadowspodcast@gmail.com

Listener discretion is by @octoberpodVHS

Music and editing by @theinkypawprint

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