Chapter 1: Glamour and Secrets

An update on all the information we are uncovering as we look into the life of Michele Hardin

In our first episode, we introduce Michele Hardin, what we know about her life and death, and the mysteries we set out to understand in this podcast.

A new podcast about the fantastical life and lonely last days of Michele Hardin, a long-time Florida Keys resident. She was a professional cheerleader, model, journalist, and socialite whose last years were spent living in a condemned house without water or power, unable to accept help. She died alone in September 2024, and this podcast will take a deep dive into her life, relationships, and struggles. It’s a story of glamour, loneliness, and life in the Florida Keys.