Richmond’s Forgotten Mummy (government hostages, ADD brain, speedhumps, cold cases) #009
By Billy Briefman · September 7, 2025 · 57:07 read
Category: Arts & Culture
Show: Unscripted RVA
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Richmond’s history is stranger than fiction. In this episode, we uncover the story of the city’s forgotten mummy, left under bricks for nearly 20 years, and dive into the protest that turned Erik Moralles Garcia into a folk hero after locking government officials in a room. Along the way, we unravel the mystery of a single blue slip-on shoe and Richmond’s 335 cold cases still waiting for answers.
From bizarre headlines to everyday chaos, we explore why the DMV was surprisingly pleasant, why libraries are making a comeback, and how gyms have become the new “fake churches.” Richmond’s speed humps, designed for safety, are now literally launching cars into the air.
We close with the realities of ADD, TikTok attention spans, and the death of the 8-hour workday. The 2 + 8 Method for productivity offers a new way forward — one built on focus, consistency, and boundaries in a distracted world.
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