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Death In EntertainmentThe Lady of Silence...And Violence (Episode 171)In this killer episode, the Death in Entertainment crew dives mask-first into the chilling true story of Juana Barraza — a Mexican lucha libre wrestler who moonlighted as a serial killer. Known as The Lady of Silence, Barraza body-slammed her way into infamy by targeting elderly women across Mexico City. Was it a tragic backstory, a botched investigation, or just a lethal heel turn? Step into the ring as Kyle, Ben, and Jerii unravel one of the strangest double lives in true crime history. ¡Ay caramba!Story by Brandon Preo2025-07-181h 05Death In EntertainmentPublic Spectacles of Death Pt. 2 (Episode 170)The curtain rises again on humanity’s most jaw-dropping exits. In Part 2, we dive headfirst into a fresh wave of high-stakes disasters — from fiery race car crashes witnessed by millions, to deadly attempts at breaking world records that went down in history for all the wrong reasons. These are the moments where ambition, danger, and audience collide… with tragic results. Because when the spotlight hits, sometimes death takes center stage.🔊 Listener discretion is advised. Things get wild.Death in Entertainment is hosted every week by Kyle Ploof, Jerii Aquino and Ben Kissel.Story by Brando...2025-07-041h 08
Death In EntertainmentPublic Spectacles of Death Pt. 1 (Episode 169)🎇 In this episode covering Public Spectacles of Death, we dive into a sky-high trifecta of tragedy: a fireworks celebration for Marie Antoinette’s wedding that turned Paris into a flaming stampede, a Disney character performer in Maine who took flight... without wings, and WWII hero Richard Bong—who survived combat only to be done in by a peacetime jet test. From royal carnage to cartoonish freefall, we explore when the show really shouldn’t go on.Join Kyle Ploof, Jerii Aquino and Ben Kissel every week on Death in Entertainment.This we...2025-06-241h 05
Death In EntertainmentWide Receiver, Serial Deceiver: Randall Woodfield (Episode 167 ft. Jerii Aquino)Join Kyle Ploof, Ben Kissel and Jerri Aquino as they discuss the life and crimes of Randall Woodfield, known as the I-5 Killer.Story by Brandon Preo.2025-06-061h 19
Death In EntertainmentHollywood Urban Legends Vol. 3: Paul McCartney, Richard Gere, Bill Cosby, Sesame Street and More! (Episode 161)Celebrity gossip has always had a dark side. Those whispered tales of stars behaving badly, dying mysteriously, or hiding shocking secrets spread through Hollywood parties like wildfire, creating urban legends that live far longer than they deserve. Even in our hyper-connected age, these stories remain strangely persistent – because deep down, we want to believe.Kyle, Ben, and Alejandro gleefully dissect the wildest Hollywood myths you've definitely heard before. Remember when everyone swore Paul McCartney died in 1966 and was replaced by a lookalike named Billy Shears? The hosts untangle the bizarre web of "clues" fans claimed to find in...2025-04-171h 17
Death In EntertainmentIceman to Ashes: The Val Kilmer Story (Episode 160)Val Kilmer wasn't just an actor – he was a chameleon who disappeared so completely into his roles that the line between performance and reality often blurred. His journey from Hollywood golden boy to cancer survivor reveals the extraordinary price of his artistic devotion.Born on New Year's Eve 1959 in Los Angeles, Kilmer's childhood was both privileged and tragic. Growing up on Roy Rogers' ranch gave him a playground for creativity, but the sudden drowning death of his 15-year-old filmmaker brother Wesley shattered his family and became the ghost that would drive him relentlessly forward. At just 17, he be...2025-04-101h 40
Death In EntertainmentThe 1989 Snow White Catastrophe (Episode 157)The 1989 Oscars went so poorly not only did it kill the career of producer Allan Carr-- it killed HIM. Join hosts Kyle Ploof, Ben Kissel and Alejandro Dowling and tune in to an all new episode today!Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2025-03-201h 22
Death In EntertainmentJerry Springer: From Platform to Platform (Episode 154 ft. Jerii Aquino)Jerry Springer: The man that turned trash TV into a blood sport. The King of the paternity test reveal, the sultan of scandal-- and the guy that proved if you threw enough chairs-- someone's bound to get a career boost. But behind the chaos, there's a darker story: A man who built an empire on other people's misery. That's today on Death in Entertainment.Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https...2025-02-261h 12
Death In EntertainmentEyes Wide Open: Was Stanley Kubrick Murdered by the Illuminati? (Episode 147 ft. Jerii Aquino)On March 7, 1999, the film industry was rocked with the news that legendary filmmaker Stanley Kubrick passed away unexpectedly at his home in England. His mysterious death came just days after showing a rough cut of Eyes Wide Shut to the bigwigs at Warner Bros and months before its scheduled release. It had been a long and demanding production. Did the stress of it all finally get to him? Or was something more sinister at play? You see, the movie digs deep into the nefarious activities of a secret society and exposes uncomfortable truths. Deep enough to anger a...2024-12-181h 39
Death In EntertainmentRest in Grease: Last Meals at the Heart Attack Grill (Episode 146 ft. Ben Kissel)Are you fed up with small portion sizes? Does the label “gluten-free” make you sick? Do you want your arteries clogged with grease? If you answered yes to all 3 questions, then grab your stretchy pants and defibrillator because we’ve got a reservation at The Heart Attack Grill! It’s a hospital-themed restaurant where nurses serve you humongous burgers deep fried in lard and then spank you if you fail to clean your plate. The owner, who calls himself Dr. Jon, proudly admits that his food will kill you. And he ain't kiddin'! Several loyal customers have dined and...2024-12-1150 min
Death In EntertainmentWhat Really Happened to Pat Tillman? (Episode 145 ft. Ben Kissel)Pat Tillman is an American Hero. Rising from humble roots in California, to becoming a star athlete at Arizona State and eventually being drafted to the Arizona Cardinals in the National Football League— Pat seemingly had it all. But the events of September 11th, 2001 and the ensuing war on terror made him realize how little football meant to the world. Soon after the Towers fell, Pat Tillman turned down two NFL contracts totaling over 12 million dollars to join the US military until becoming increasingly against the war before his untimely death and before the US government controlled his...2024-12-041h 18
Death In EntertainmentKid 90s: The Tragic Tale of Jonathan Brandis (Episode 143 ft. Ben Kissel)Child stardom is a strange thing. One day you’re on the cover of Tiger Beat, plastered on every teen girl’s locker, and starring on a popular TV show with the guy from "Jaws." The next day, you’re chewed up and spit out like a piece of gum stuck on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Jonathan Brandis was on top of the world at 17. At 27, he was gone. Behind the striking blue eyes and lovable smirk, was a river of sadness. This is the story of a young actor caught between who he was, who he want...2024-11-141h 28
Death In EntertainmentTiger King Revisited: The Case Against Joe Exotic (Episode 136 ft. Joe Exotic and Ben Kissel)Kyle Ploof and Alejandro Dowling recap the case against Joe Exotic, and even get a call from the Tiger King himself in prison.Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2024-09-091h 04
Death In EntertainmentDeath in the Fast Lane: The Night NASCAR Hall of Famer Tony Stewart Collided with Kevin Ward Jr (Episode 135 ft. Ben Kissel)Ladies and gentlemen, start your engines! Get ready for a deep drive into one of the most shocking stories in sports history. It's the night when NASCAR titan Tony Stewart had a deadly confrontation with Kevin Ward Jr at the Canandaigua Speedway in Upstate, NY. The incident shocked the racing community and raised some burning questions that continue to produce smoke 10 years later. Hear the answers, today on Death in Entertainment!Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof and Ben Kissel....2024-08-011h 21
Death In EntertainmentThe Secrets Behind the Spills: The Deaths of ABC's Wipeout and More (Episode 133 ft. Peet Montzingo, Jacque Martinez and Ben Kissel)Since the turn of the century, American Reality Competitions have gone through a massive boom. From finding out who’s the best singer to eating a crate full of cow hearts— there is no contest this country won’t watch.For the past 20 years, shows like Survivor and Wipeout have tested the physical and mental fortitude of their contestants. But did you know there have been a number of deaths on both shows? Join us as we uncover the secrets behind the spills TODAY on Death in Entertainment. Send us a message!Support the sho...2024-07-161h 02
Death In EntertainmentDimebag Darrell's Last Show: A Night of Metal and Mayhem (Episode 129 ft. Ben Kissel)Dimebag Darrell Abbott was a guitar legend who left an indelible mark on the world of heavy metal. Co-founding the legendary band Pantera, Darrell’s innovative riffs and electrifying performances catapulted him to global fame. With albums like Cowboys from Hell and Vulgar Display of Power, Pantera re-defined metal in the 1990s. After Pantera's disbandment, Darrell and his brother Vinnie Paul formed Damage Plan, continuing to push musical boundaries. Tragically his life was cut short on December 8th, 2004, during a performance in Columbus, Ohio. Join us as we celebrate the life and legacy of the one...2024-05-311h 05
Death In EntertainmentCreepy Lost Media: The Final News Report of Christine Chubbuck and Other Stories in Living Color (Episode 127 ft. Ben Kissel)It was a beautiful Summer Day in Sarasota, Florida on July 15, 1974. At local station WXLT, news anchor Christine Chubbuck was reading the morning’s top headlines. Little did anyone know she was about to make broadcasting history by pulling out a gun and shooting herself. Many horrified people saw it unfold live on the airwaves. But then the clip disappeared from the airwaves, never to be seen by the public again. How is that possible? In this episode, we’re digging up the creepiest lost media files from TV and Movies. The stories behind them are so capti...2024-05-091h 26
Death In EntertainmentNorm Macdonald: No Longer Living (Episode 125 ft. Ben Kissel)In honor of OJ Simpson's death, we celebrate the life, career and death of the proverbial thorn in his side-- the legend himself: Mr. Norm Macdonald. Ben Kissel joins us in studio.Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2024-04-181h 40
Death In EntertainmentAaron Carter: The Rise and Fall of the Little Prince of Pop (Episode 122 ft. Ben Kissel)Tween Popstar Aaron Carter is as synonymous with the late 90s and early 2000s as Y2K, AOL and 9/11. His brother was a Backstreet Boy and his girlfriend was Lizzie McGuire. He was no doubt the flyest kid on the block.Aaron's career rise had been lighting fast. But then so was his downfall. Aaron’s later years were plagued with family drama, drug abuse and tabloid headlines. It was one long public meltdown that came to a shocking end in a bathtub on November 5, 2022. Come get it, today on Death in Entertainment. Send us a m...2024-03-301h 33
Death In EntertainmentEpisode 77 - Get Off or Die Tryin': The Story of INXS's Michael HutchenceMichael Hutchense was the leader of pop-rock phenomenon INXS. After a tragic head injury, life would never be the same until his untimely demise on November 22, 1997. This week on Death in Entertainment.Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2023-04-131h 05
Death In EntertainmentEpisode 76 - Anna Nicole Smith: The Last of the Blonde BombshellsThroughout the 1990s and 2000s, Anna Nicole Smith was one of the most photographed and talked about figures in the entertainment business. She captivated the media with her striking good looks, wild antics and enormous, uh, personality. But it all came to a crashing end in February 2007, when Smith was found dead of a prescription drug overdose. Her last months were filled with chaos and tragedy. And her death made her more famous than ever. Today we’ll be exploring her highs and lows: From her days as a Playboy Playmate to becoming a Hot Mess Reality TV...2023-04-091h 27
Death In EntertainmentEpisode 75 - Did Robert Blake Murder His Wife Bonny Lee Bakley?On May 4th, 2001, Actor Robert Blake's second wife Bonny Lee Bakley was shot dead in Studio City, California, outside Vitello's, his favorite Italian restaurant. She had a long trail of broken hearts and stolen credit cards. Could it have been a jilted former lover? Or was Robert involved? In this episode, we attempt to solve one of Hollywood's biggest murder cases ever! So grab your plate of Fusilli pasta and pop open that bottle of Chianti because it's time to get LOST on the Diepod HIGHWAY!Send us a message!Support the show2023-04-061h 22
Death In EntertainmentEpisode 74 - 80's Star Dana Plato: Sex, Lies and Video Stores80's TV star Dana Plato had career ups and downs before her untimely death-- one day after a fateful interview with Howard Stern. This week on Death in Entertainment.Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2023-03-221h 00
Death In EntertainmentEpisode 73 - Bridge of Death: A Deep Dive into a Controversial DocumentaryThe Golden Bridge is one of the most internationally recognized landmarks of all time, spanning over a mile and a half lengthwise and 746 feet high. It's as majestic as it is gigantic, making a very popular site for tourists the world over. On a darker note, the bridge is also a magnet for suicide jumpers. In 2004, a filmmaker shot 10,000 hours of footage and managed to capture 23 people who jumped to their deaths. The result is a fascinating and morbid documentary that's hard to watch, yet just as hard to look away from. Hear the full story, this we...2023-03-161h 11
Death In EntertainmentEpisode 72 - The Instagram Lookalike KillerOn August 16, 2022, the body of 24 year old German woman, Sharahban K, was discovered in the back seat of her abandoned Mercedes. But was it really her? This is the story of the Instagram Doppelganger Killer.Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2023-03-0950 min
Death In EntertainmentEpisode 71 - Corey Haim: From Hollywood to HellCorey Haim was one of the biggest stars of the 1980s. As the years went on Corey became consumed with drug abuse and dwindling opportunities. This week on Death in Entertainment.Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2023-03-041h 04
Death In EntertainmentEpisode 70 - Philip Seymour Hoffman: The Actor's StruggleFew actors are as fun to watch as Philip Seymour Hoffman. He could play anything and go anywhere: Comedy - Drama - Arthouse - Blockbuster. A true actor's actor with rare mass appeal. Over the course of his career, he gave us an amazing array of unforgettable characters. From the vulnerable to the charismatic to the downright disturbed. Unfortunately, Hoffman’s remarkable life and career would come to an abrupt end on Superbowl Sunday 2014 due to drug intoxication. Few people knew the extent of his inner struggles and, by the end, he was too far gone to be...2023-02-221h 48
Death In EntertainmentEpisode 69 - The Mysterious Suicide of WWE Star Brian LawlerBRIAN CHRISTOPHER LAWLER was born into wrestling royalty. Yet moved up the ranks without using his father— Jerry “The King” Lawler’s last name. He was on cloud 9 until he would be found dead in a Memphis jail cell. This week on Death in Entertainment.Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2023-02-161h 12
Death In EntertainmentEpisode 68 - Hollywood's First Who-Dunnit: William Desmond TaylorWilliam Desmond Taylor moved to America to become a famous Hollywood director-- which he accomplished shortly before being found murdered in his Los Angeles apartment on February 2nd, 1922. This week on Death in Entertainment.Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2023-02-091h 13
Death In EntertainmentEpisode 67 - Elvis Part 2: The Continued Misfortune of the Presleys (Lisa Marie & Ben Keough)After the untimely passing of Elvis Presley, his estate was thrown into disarray. Investigations into his prescription drug abuse would go on for years and threaten to tarnish his legacy. There were many questions: Was Dr. Nick an enabler? Did the Colonel work him to death? Did he really mix mashed potatoes with sauerkraut?Elvis's only daughter, Lisa Marie, grew up in the midst of this chaos. Her own journey brought her to Scientology, Michael Jackson and being the sole heir of the Presley estate. Eventually, she followed in her dad's footsteps and became a recording artist, r...2023-02-011h 15
Death In EntertainmentEpisode 66 - Elvis Presley Part 1: Leaving GracelandPeople who were around in 1977 will always remember what they were doing when they first heard the terrible news that Elvis Presley, King of Rock and Roll, was dead at age 42. So what caused him to leave the building so darn early? Despite selling millions of records and having millions of fans, privately, Elvis was a tortured man. In the months that followed his untimely death, sordid details about his last days would emerge that painted him as drug-addled recluse -- an image his team worked hard to rectify. On this episode, go beyond the icon: from his...2023-01-261h 34
Death In EntertainmentEpisode 65 - The Power Rangers CurseMighty Morphin' Power Rangers was the original 90's spinoff of Japan's hit show Super Sentai. Within it's first year the Power Rangers became a cultural phenomenon. But after numerous injuries, murders and unexplained deaths related to the cast-- fans have been left wondering: is there a Power Rangers Curse? This week on Death in Entertainment.Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2023-01-181h 23
Death In EntertainmentEpisode 64 - A Real Son of Anarchy: Johnny LewisYoung actor Johnny Lewis was hot off his role on Sons of Anarchy and relationship with pop superstar Katy Perry. However, in just a few years he would be found dead in a driveway with his skull cracked open. This week on Death in Entertainment.Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2023-01-111h 06
Death In EntertainmentEpisode 63 - In Memoriam 2022 Part 2: Sports Legends, Musicians & ComediansHappy New Year! It's time to wrap up 2022 with the guys at Death in Entertianment! In the 2nd and final "In Memoriam" episode, they go through an incredible list of legendary sports figures, musicians and comedians who left us this year. Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2022-12-281h 15
Death In EntertainmentEpisode 62 - In Memoriam 2022 Part 1: Actors, Directors & Other CelebritiesJoin the guys at Death in Entertainment as they recap the actors, directors, producers and other notable celebrities who passed away in 2022. Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2022-12-211h 16
Death In EntertainmentEpisode 61 - A Very Phil Spector Christmas! Music, Madness and MurderWhat do you get when you mix a megalomaniacal record producer, a blonde bombshell and a smoking gun? Today’s episode of Death in Entertainment! Just in time for the holidays!Phil Spector is responsible for some the greatest pop songs of the 1960s. He also created one of the most popular Christmas Albums of all time. But that didn't stop him from going to the dark side. His life would eventually turn into a crazy media circus filled with guns, wigs and Navy Grogs. And after one fateful, drunken night, he would be charged with the murder...2022-12-152h 33
Death In EntertainmentEpisode 60 - The Senseless Killing of JonBenet RamseyAfter having a perfect Christmas Day as a family in 1996, the Ramsey's awoke to an absolute horror. Who killed JonBenet that fateful day in Boulder, Colorado? We think we know (and it's not the family.) This week on Death in Entertainment.Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2022-12-071h 44
Death In EntertainmentEpisode 59 - Lillo Brancato: From Bronx Tale to Cop Killer?Lillo Brancato Jr. was a rising star before a severe drug addiction lead him to being involved with the murder of an NYPD officer in 2005. Listen to the full Death in Entertainment episode here!Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2022-11-301h 24
Death In EntertainmentEpisode 58 - A Woodstock '94 Retrospective w/ Family Guy Executive Producer Alec SulkinAlec Sulkin-- Executive Producer of Family Guy and Writer of Ted-- joins the podcast this week to share his experience at Woodstock '94 where 800 were hospitalized and 3 people died.Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2022-11-2443 min
Death In EntertainmentEpisode 57 - Chasing Waterfalls: The Final Days of Lisa "Left Eye" LopesLisa "Left Eye" Lopes conquered the music industry as one third of the power trio TLC, selling over 65 million copies of their albums worldwide. But underneath the surface of that success, was a woman yearning for more. After years of bad press and personal setbacks, Lisa decided to skip the lakes and the rivers that she was used to and chase waterfalls in the Honduran Jungle. It would end her life on Earth.In this episode:-The epic rise of TLC in the 1990s: massive sales, bankruptcy and the most expensive video of its time. ...2022-11-171h 40
Death In EntertainmentEpisode 56- Diary of a Wimpy Killer: Ryan GranthamCanadian child actor Ryan Grantham seemingly had a bright future ahead of him with roles in over three dozen TV shows and films. That is until his browsing history on the dark web and a murderous streak finally revealed itself. This week on Death in Entertainment.Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2022-11-101h 11
Death In EntertainmentEpisode 55 - Who Killed Rolling Stones Founder Brian Jones?Brian Jones was a founding member and the original genius behind the Rolling Stones. He spent the mid-1960s on top of the pop world, playing music, making money and meeting lots of women. But despite everything, he couldn't get no satisfaction. By 1969, Jones would be kicked out of the group he helped create, his girlfriend would dump him for his bandmate, and he would be found dead at the bottom of his swimming pool under dodgy circumstances. He was 27 years old, which makes him a founding member of not just the Stones, but the 27 club, too!...2022-11-031h 41
Death In EntertainmentEpisode 54 - 2nd Annual Spooktacular! Monsters of Wisconsin: The Halloween Killer & Jeffrey DahmerWelcome to the 2nd Annual Halloween Spooktacular! Last year, you heard the gruesome tale of Ed Gein, the Plainfield Ghoul. He made lampshades out of human skin and hung his victims up like deer. If you thought that was shocking, then wait till you get a load of this year's creeps.We're going to back to Wisconsin for, not one, but two horrifyingly true stories. First up is Gerald Turner, The Halloween Killer (who's unfortunately from co-host Alejandro's hometown of Fond du Lac). His crime was so heinous that it changed trick-or-treating forever. Next, we d...2022-10-271h 48
Death In EntertainmentEpisode 53 - The Murder of Marvin GayeOn April 1, 1984-- just hours before his 45th birthday-- Motown legend Marvin Gaye was shot dead by his father. What brought them to this point? That's this week on Death in Entertainment.Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2022-10-191h 37
Death In EntertainmentEpisode 52 - River Phoenix: The OD That Shook HollywoodRiver Phoenix survived a turbulent childhood to become one of the greatest young actors of the 1980s. He shined in movies like Stand By Me, Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade and Running on Empty (for which he received an Oscar nomination).By 1990, he was starring in more adult-oriented arthouse flicks like My Own Private Idaho, where he took method acting to a new level -- and received critical acclaim. Underneath his public image, however, was something darker. Pressure and fame got to him. Drugs became his friend. And they would be his undoing. It al...2022-10-131h 42
Death In EntertainmentEpisode 51 - The Stingray Took Me Crocodile Hunter! Steve Irwin's Deadly DiveIn the late 1990s and early 2000s, Steve Irwin became an international phenomenon with his immensely popular TV show "The Crocodile Hunter," which showcased the wild Australian Outback where he grew up. The show also introduced the world to his signature and much-imitated catchphrase "Crikey," cementing his place in Pop Culture. Irwin's red hot career was not without its missteps, however. In 2004, he seemingly dangled his baby over a hungry crocodile in front of a large crowd of spectators. Bad press followed, but he shook it off and survived. Then in 2006, there was chance encounter with a p...2022-10-051h 44
Death In EntertainmentEpisode 50 - The Life and Death of SNL Star Chris Farley (PART II)The conclusion of the life and death of Chris Farley.Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2022-09-3047 min
Death In EntertainmentPostmortem Minisode #4 - Adrienne Shelly: The "Suicide" That Was Actually a Murder!The guys re-visit topics from the D.I.E. Podcast and expand on them. In this installment we return to Episode numbah 3: Adrienne Shelly.On November 1, 2006, Shelly was found hanging in her Greenwich Village apartment. It looked like a suicide. But why? Her first major movie (Waitress) was about to hit Sundance. And she had a family she adored. Her husband Andy Ostroy set about proving that it was actually murder -- and he did just that! On this postmortem, we discuss all new developments since we first tackled the subject, including the release of t...2022-09-2432 min
Death In EntertainmentEpisode 49 - The Life and Death of SNL Star Chris Farley (PART I)Chris Farley was a breakout star on SNL-- leading to the start of a career in film. But what happens when that isn't enough? We discuss this week on Death in Entertainment.Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2022-09-221h 13
Death In EntertainmentEpisode 48 - The Shocking Death of "South Park" Voice Actor Mary Kay BergmanMary Kay Bergman was the go-to voice actor in Hollywood. After years of being relegated to mostly kids cartoons, she hit the big time with "South Park," voicing every major female character on the show and creating legions of devoted fans.In 1999, her work on the "South Park" movie would be bring her critical acclaim like never before and even Oscar buzz for the song she sings in it: "Blame Canada." Sadly, she would not live to perform the song at the ceremony. Hear her shocking story on this episode of Death in Entertainment! Send u...2022-09-151h 11
Death In EntertainmentEpisode 47 - Inside Woodstock '99: Mark's Personal HellWoodstock '99 will forever be remembered as a complete and utter disaster. A far cry from the original event held 30 years earlier. What was supposed to be a peaceful music festival descended into rage, violence and death. How did this happen? Was it the fault of greedy promoters...or Limp Bizkit? Hear a firsthand account of the madness from a guy who was actually there. That's right. Mark tells his personal Woodstock story, which includes mosh pits, fake mushrooms and a soggy sandwich. So stay calm and try not to break stuff as you listen to this week...2022-09-082h 05
Death In EntertainmentEpisode 46 - Living Life in the Fast Lane: The Story of Anne HecheAfter surviving a horrific childhood, Actress Anne Heche found success in Hollywood with movies like 'Volcano' and 'Six Days Seven Nights.' She led the life of a 90's Movie Star until her public relationship with Ellen Degeneres forced an ignorant industry away from her. Heche continued to find work in indie movies and on programs like 'Dancing with the Stars' before starting a wellness Podcast with her best friend during the pandemic. Then on August 5, 2022, Heche crashed her mini cooper into a house in Mar Vista, CA. She was pronounced dead a week later. Details about he...2022-08-301h 40
Death In EntertainmentEpisode 45 - The Life of Robin Williams Pt. 2: TragedyCarpe Diem! Seize the day! In part two of our deep dive into the life of comedic legend Robin Williams, we examine his later career: from "Good Morning Vietnam" to "Good Will Hunting." And we discuss his shocking final days: What led to his suicide? Was there more to it than the media led on? Find out on today's episode of Death in Entertainment!Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://l...2022-08-162h 15
Death In EntertainmentEpisode 44 - The Life of Robin Williams Pt. 1: ComedyIn part one of our deep dive into the life of comedic legend Robin Williams, we explore the highs and lows of his early career: from his rise through the comedy ranks and becoming a TV Superstar to his ongoing battle with drug addiction (which led him to hanging out in John Belushi's bungalow the morning he died). That's this week on Death in Entertainment! Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!h...2022-08-031h 33
Death In EntertainmentEpisode 43 - Heath Ledger: Accidental OD or Whacked by Secret Hollywood Cabal?Heath Ledger did not live to see his iconic performance as The Joker in The Dark Knight on the big screen. Months before the movie's release, he was found dead of a drug overdose in his NYC apartment. Where did he get his pills? Was it simply an accident or was he the victim of a team of "Star Whackers"? That's this week on Death in Entertainment.Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!2022-07-281h 28
Death In EntertainmentEpisode 42 - Bobby Driscoll: The Original Disney Child StarBobby Driscoll was an iconic Child Star. The Original Disney Kid. He won an Oscar at age 12. Voiced "Peter Pan" at 15. And was dead and buried by the age of 31. What could have gone so wrong in so little time? This week on Death in Entertainment.Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2022-07-211h 38
Death In EntertainmentEpisode 41- Stalked to Death: The Rebecca Schaeffer StoryRebecca Schaeffer was on the verge of a meteoric rise before she was stalked and murdered at the age of 21. This week on Death in Entertainment. Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2022-07-121h 50
Death In EntertainmentEpisode 40- Jackass Star Ryan DunnRyan Dunn was a stunt performer and TV personality best known for his work on MTV’s Jackass before a senseless car wreck took his life in June of 2011. This week on Death in Entertainment. Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2022-07-041h 35
Death In EntertainmentEpisode 39- Did Courtney Love Murder Kurt Cobain?Kurt Cobain died on April 5, 1994-- forever solidifying his place in the morbidly celebrated 27 Club. Was it a hurting celebrity's only way out-- or murder? This week on Death in Entertainment.Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2022-06-251h 11
Death In EntertainmentEpisode 38: Who Killed Twin Peaks Star Jack Nance?Jack Nance was found dead on December 30, 1996, after a violent altercation at a Winchell's in South Pasadena. This week on Death in Entertainment.Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2022-06-161h 37
Death In EntertainmentEpisode 37- Chekov's Jeep: The Tragic Death of Anton YelchinAnton Yelchin had amassed a number of film credits before his tragic death in June 2016. This week on Death in Entertainment. Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2022-06-091h 18
Death In EntertainmentPost Mortem Follow Up #3- Matthew Broderick and Jennifer Grey’s Fatal Car WreckThe follow up to DIEPOD Episode 5– Broderick’s Day Out. Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2022-06-0755 min
Death In EntertainmentEpisode 36- Will Success Spoil Jayne Mansfield?Jayne Mansfield lived a fast life until her death in June of 1967. This week on Death in Entertainment. Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2022-05-311h 56
Death In EntertainmentEpisode 35- Anthony Bourdain Pt. 2: Person UnknownThe last installment of the Anthony Bourdain episodes. This week on Death in Entertainment. Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2022-05-251h 18
Death In EntertainmentEpisode 34- Anthony Bourdain Pt. 1: Kitchen’s ClosedAnthony Bourdain led an interesting life of food, drugs and fame before his untimely death in June of 2018. This week on Death in Entertainment. Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2022-05-181h 15
Death In EntertainmentPost Mortem Follow Up #2- The Twilight Zone On-Set DeathsJoin the guys as they follow up on their original episode— The Twilight Zone. Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2022-05-1350 min
Death In EntertainmentEpisode 33- Paul Walker: Too Fast, Too FuriousPaul Walker was killed in a senseless car accident in November 2013. Police say speed was the cause but could there be another factor? This week on Death in Entertainment. Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2022-05-111h 25
Death In EntertainmentPost Mortem Follow Up #1- Alec Baldwin and Halyna HutchinsJoin the guys as they follow up on the Alec Baldwin episode!Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2022-05-1029 min
Death In EntertainmentEpisode 32- The Rise and Fall of Marilyn MonroeMarilyn Monroe went from orphan to the world’s most famous sex symbol before dying mysteriously at age 36. This week on Death in Entertainment. Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2022-05-071h 58
Death In EntertainmentEpisode 31- The Glee Curse: A Tragedy in Three ActsWhen tragedy strikes the cast of Glee multipletimes- one has to ask is it all just bad luck, orsomething more sinister? This week on Deathin Entertainment.Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2022-04-291h 59
Death In EntertainmentEpisode 30- David Strickland’s Last Night in VegasRising comedic star David Strickland’s death brought us closer to one question: Where was Andre Agassi on the night of March 22, 1999? This week on Death in Entertainment. Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment2022-04-201h 40