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Treasured Wellness- Biblical Mindset, Holistic Health, Christian Midlife, Improve Energy over 40, Overcome Fatigue & StressExhausted to Energized: How Kate Lost Stubborn Weight, Boosted ENERGY & Balanced HORMONES Naturally #297Stuck in a cycle of exhaustion, bloating, weight gain or hormone challenges and wondering if you’ll ever feel like yourself again? Will you ever wake up energized?
You’re not alone. Kate was right where you are, frustrated with low energy and feeling dismissed by doctors who told her everything was 'normal.'
But in just a few short months, (WEEKS even) everything changed.
Today, Kate shares how she regained her energy, lost inches, and balanced her hormones naturally...without restrictive dieting, prescription medications or band-aid fixes.
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Horrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownRerun: Everything You Didn't Need to Know About 'Home Alone'**Misfits, Covid has reared its ugly head over here at Horrorwood HQ. While Kate sleeps for the next four days straight, enjoy this episode from last year's holiday season.**
CW: This episode discusses child abuse, domestic abuse and sexual assault.
You probably weren't expecting a content warning on an episode about 'Home Alone', but this is Horrorwood, remember? The film might be a holiday treasure, but behind the scenes things weren't so jolly. The cast of the Christmas classic seemed to have it all: Arrests? Check. Drug addiction? Check. A murder-for-hire plot? Yep, that too...2024-12-091h 42Horrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownJeepers Creepers: The Dark Side of Victor SalvaWe're delving into the unsettling story of Victor Salva, a celebrated filmmaker with a dark past. Salva groomed and sexually abused young actor Nathan Forrest Winters for six years. Discover the chilling details of their history, from the making of "Clownhouse" to Salva's shocking crimes and eventual return to Hollywood. This episode uncovers the harrowing impact on Winters and raises questions about redemption and accountability in the film industry.
Episode Sources:
“Victor Salva’s horror stories” by Patrick Goldstein, June 11, 2006, Los Angeles Times
“Former Child Actor Nathan Forrest Winters - Full Interview...2024-08-0552 minHorrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownWelcome to HorrorwoodFrom horrific homicides to unsolved mysteries, spooky haunts to behind-the-scenes secrets, Kate and Kevin are here to bring you all the drama - and trauma - of Tinseltown.
2024-08-0100 minHorrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownDracula's Castle: From Scream to ScreenWE WANT TO SUCK YOUR BLOOD! Grab your garlic and crucifixes, Misfits. This week we’re talking about the history and hauntings of Dracula’s Castle, aka Bran Castle in Transylvania, Romania. The castle was the inspiration for Dracula’s Castle in Bram Stoker’s classic novel “Dracula.” But the legend of Dracula goes deeper than a blood-sucking vampire maniac…there’s another psycho in our midst, and his name is Vlad the Impaler! Settle in for some horrific history as we explore Bran Castle and its place in entertainment history.
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“Historical - 1211...2024-04-2957 minHorrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownThe Codd Family MurdersCristie Schoen Codd was an actress, a stunt performer and a movie set caterer. Her husband, JT Codd, was a key grip on a variety of TV shows and films. When the two decided to move from the hustle and bustle of Hollywood to the quiet mountain town of Leicester, NC, they never expected the horrors that awaited them in their serene new surroundings.
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“A Good Kid: The Hollywood Murders (Episode 3)” - WLOS News 13
“Cristie Schoen - Food Network Profile”
“Suspect in killing of Food Network finalist had remains...2024-04-2253 minHorrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownPoisoning on Set: The "Titanic" Chowder MysteryIt's the 112th Anniversary of the sinking of the RMS Titanic. This horrendous maritime tragedy is the basis of one of Hollywood's greatest hit movies: "Titanic" (1997). The production was fraught with challenges; on one particular night during filming some of the cast and crew enjoyed a meal of seafood chowder then soon began feeling..."iffy." What happened next was a WILD and raucous adventure, leaving everyone asking, "Who spiked the soup?"
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2024-04-1540 minHorrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownThe Mysterious Crash of Stunt Pilot B.H. DeLayMisfits, it's a morning recording and Kevin hasn't had his coffee yet. We're a little unhinged in this one - bear with us!
Born in 1891, B.H. DeLay was a pioneering aviator and entertainer, so working as a stunt pilot in the movie industry seemed like the perfect job. He was performing tricks in the air that had literally NEVER been done before! He was incredibly skilled, so taking a friend up for a ride in his plane seemed like nothing more than a typical Wednesday. But there was nothing typical about July 4, 1923 when the wings of...2024-04-0848 minHorrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownThe Terrifying Legacy of "Ghostwatch"On Halloween night, 1992, Britain’s BBC 1 presented one of the most talked about programs in television history. The program was called "Ghostwatch" and it would eventually become one of the great “do you remember” moments of British television. The controversial airing left the public terrified and allegedly contributed to the suicide of an 18-year-old boy and PTSD in other children and adults. Today it is considered a cult classic.
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“Ghostwatch: The BBC spoof that duped a nation” by Rebecca Woods, BBC News, October 29, 2017, BBC
“How we made: BBC mockumentary...2024-04-0156 minHorrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownThe Strange Death of Albert DekkerThis case is BANANAS, Misfits. When character actor Albert Dekker failed to show up for a planned date with his fiancée, she grew concerned. When she went to his apartment to see if he was okay, she fainted at what she saw.
No one could have imagined his life would end the way it did, but did detectives make the right call? Or did they rush the investigation in order to quickly close the case? Let us know what you think because we're still unsure. This one's a doozy!
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The Popcast With Knox and Jamie548: The Kate Middleton Mystery ExplainedIn this episode, we explain the Kate Middleton mystery– the context, why people care, and which conspiracies we hope are true. Plus find out what Saltburn, Mary Berry, and Gonzaga has to do with this all. RELEVANT LINKS:Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/548Join us in Dallas and Chicago! Info: knoxandjamie.com/liveStart here: Overview / timeline | Reddit: r/royalfamily/Look and see: Kate gate photo | Diana and Charles dolls | Kate and Will on A Berry Royal ChristmasFly by mentions: Saltburn | Tampongate | 30 Rock: Prince Hapsburg | The Crown | “Chaos is a ladder” | Matta_of_Fact...2024-03-201h 19Horrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownThe Unsolved Disappearance of Mimi BoomhowerKnown as the Merry Widow, Los Angeles socialite Mimi Boomhower was the toast of the town. Her husband passed away in 1943, leaving Mimi a large sum of money from a linoleum fortune and a vast collection of animal heads...from big game hunting. But the money didn't last long and Mimi could no longer keep up with her lavish lifestyle. On August 18, 1949, Boomhower vanished and was never seen again. She left a salad on her dining room table, a dress laid out on her bed and the lights of her Bel-Air mansion on. Was she a victim of foul...2024-03-1849 min
The 60 Second PodcastKate Ashton, Executive Partner at Salopek & Associates Ltd.Send us a textKate talks about the problem Salpek solves!2024-03-1101 minThe 60 Second PodcastKate Murray, Designer and Owner of Quick Brown Fox LetterpressSend us a textIn this episode, Kate shares how she pivots to help her business succeed!2024-03-1000 minHorrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownGig Young: The Oscar-Winning Murderer - Part 2CW: This episode contains discussion of suicide, sexual assault and domestic assault.
Here it is! We wanted to make sure you got the conclusion of the Gig Young story before the Oscars aired. We left off in Part 1 with Gig's marriage to Elizabeth Montgomery coming to a hostile end. Well misfits, things don't get any better from here. In this episode we'll get to Gig's final two marriages. When he moves into an apartment with his fifth wife, the previous owner warns him not to disturb the "nice ghosts" that live there, and another source warns of...2024-03-101h 33Horrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownGig Young: The Oscar-Winning Murderer - Part 1Ahhh...the Academy Awards - a night of fashion, festivity and future murderers. Wait, what?
Gig Young was quite the hottie back in his day (think George Clooney but in the mid-1900s). He had Hollywood starlets falling at his feet and a career many actors could only dream of. But he also had a lot of inner demons stemming from an abusive and traumatic childhood, and left untreated (or mistreated, as was often the case) those demons would eventually find their way to the surface.
Note: There's a section where I talk about his...2024-03-061h 21Horrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownThe 'Power Rangers' Killer & the Death of Joshua SutterJosh Sutter was a quiet, easygoing guy who loved animals and nature. His dad said he didn't have a mean bone in his body. So it came as quite a shock to his loved ones when a former TV star accused him of being the aggressor in a violent, unthinkable attack that left one man dead, one behind bars, and a witness with a story that kept changing over time.
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“Joshua Oliver Sutter , 36”, Los Angeles Times, Feb. 4, 2015
“Interview with Rick Medina” 2012
“Former Power Rangers Star Ricardo Medina Jr. Pleads...2024-02-2639 minHorrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownHaunted Theatres: Theatre Royal Drury Lane in London, EnglandThe Theatre Royal Drury Lane, located in London's West End, has a storied history dating back to its opening in 1663. It has been a significant venue for theatrical performances, witnessing numerous iconic productions and hosting renowned figures in English theatre. Theatre Royal Drury Lane is not only celebrated for its contributions to the arts but is also associated with various ghostly tales and hauntings. Legends include the spectral "Man in Grey," thought to be linked to a tragic love story, and the ghost of actor Charles Macklin, who is said to offer a protective presence...and maybe a cane...2024-02-191h 01Horrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownThe Murder of Model Jasmine FioreCW: This episode discusses domestic assault.
She was a Playboy model who loved playing football and riding motorcycles; he was a reality TV star boasting a $2.5 million net worth. By the end of the summer in 2009, both of them were dead.
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“True crime: The murder that changed reality TV” by Kristen Baldwin, Entertainment Weekly, Jan. 30, 2020
“Jasmine Fiore's Life and Tragic End” by Eunice Oh, People Magazine, Aug. 25, 2009
“Ryan Jenkins’ Suicide Note: Love, Anger for Jasmine Fiore” by Ryan Smith, CBS News, Oct...2024-02-131h 06Horrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownAlfred Hitchcock: Birds, Showers and...Eggs?Alfred Hitchcock was a legendary filmmaker celebrated as the Master of Suspense. His six-decade career produced iconic films, innovative techniques and enduring contributions to the thriller and horror genres. He directed actors with a demanding and unconventional style, aiming for "authenticity." We’re covering Hitchcock’s life, his break into the movie business and his directing style…which was certainly questionable to some.
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“Hitchcock’s Controversial Method for Directing Actors” by Hannah Wagner, July 4, 2021, Screen Writing in LA
“Rules Actors Had to Follow in Alfred Hitchcock Movies” by Joe Allen, January 27...2024-02-0553 minHorrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownWalt Disney: The Magic and MenaceWe're embarking on a turbulent journey through the life of one of the most influential figures in entertainment history – the man behind the magic, Walt Disney (1901-1966). Walt was a pioneering American entrepreneur, animator, film producer, and creator of one of the most renowned entertainment companies in the world. But the beloved creator of Mickey Mouse faced a slew of criticism around accusations of gender bias, antisemitism, opposition to unions, retaliation, and an overbearing demeanor. We explore his life, the formation of the Disney company, and the not-so-magical side of Walt Disney.
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“...2024-01-2949 minHorrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownLarry Austin: Murder at the Silent Movie TheatreLarry Austin had three loves: "Murder She Wrote", his cat (Sir Purity) and silent films. The idea that anyone could have anything against the 74-year-old theatre owner seemed unfathomable. So the community was shocked when he was gunned down in the lobby of his own theatre in what appeared to be a robbery gone wrong. Detectives found the whole situation odd. For one thing, Larry didn't put up any resistance when the shooter demanded cash yet the gunman shot him anyway. And as for all that money? Well, the gunman left without it. Kinda strange if you're trying to...2024-01-2249 minHorrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownThe Savage Murder of Sally Anne BowmanCW: This episode contains heavy discussion of rape and sexual assault.
18-year-old Sally Anne Bowman had two main goals in life: appear on the cover of Vogue Magazine and perform at the Royal Albert Hall with famed actor/singer Michael Ball. As a student at the BRIT School - which boasted such alumni as Adele, Tom Holland and Jessie J - along with winning a modeling contest to become the face of SWATCH, it seemed Sally was well on her way. But in September of 2005 after a girls' night out, Sally's life was brutally taken from her...2024-01-151h 20Horrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownThe Legal Debacle of Roman PolanskiCW: This episode discusses the sexual assault of a child.
Happy New Year, Misfits! We're back after a much needed holiday break, and we have a doozy of a case for you.
Roman Polanski, a French and Polish movie director, producer, screenwriter and actor, is a huge name in Hollywood. He has received several of the movie industry's top accolades for his original and popular films, but his ultimate downfall occurred in 1977 when he was accused of raping a 13-year-old girl. After messy legal proceedings led to Polanski fleeing the United States, never to return...2024-01-081h 15Horrorwood: True Crime in Tinseltown*Patreon Freebie!* The Life & Shocking Murder of Phil Hartman - Part 2
We're back with the conclusion of our Phil Hartman two-parter. When we left off in Part 1, Phil was at a low point both personally and professionally. But all of that was about to change. Phil's career is about to get a HUGE boost, and his relationship status is going to take a dramatic turn, to put it lightly. All we can say is when Elvira, Mistress of the Dark, gives you advice - TAKE IT.
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Phil Hartman: Behind Closed Doors
The Last Days of Phil Hartman
“Beneath the Surface” by Alex Tresniowski
“Actor Phil Hartman, Wife Killed in Murder...2023-12-211h 03Horrorwood: True Crime in Tinseltown*Patreon Freebie!* The Life & Shocking Murder of Phil Hartman - Part 1
He was the man of a thousand voices. Phil Hartman was a comedic dynamo, but he didn't start out with dreams of stardom. If you'd asked him in college what his five year plan was, he probably would have answered "to surf, smoke and make art." In Part 1 of a two-parter, we'll talk about Phil's childhood, his hobbies, relationships and career moves. This episode runs the gamut from Boy Scouts, Disneyland, Crosby Stills and Nash...and a Charles Manson follower??? Let's go!
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Phil Hartman: Behind Closed Doors
The Last Days of Phil Hartman
Excerpt from “You Might Rem...2023-12-1854 minHorrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownMobsters, Murders & Mitzi: The History of The Comedy StoreCW: This episode discusses suicide and abortion.
"The Comedy Store is a dark temple of fear and pain that to this day I believe is built over one of the gates to Hell.” - Marc Maron
It might surprise some to learn that a place meant to bring laughter to audiences every night is the same place hiding some DARK secrets. We're talking MOB secrets. MURDER secrets. Add in some of the funniest people on the planet, a labor strike, LOTS of cocaine and a queen bee that would give even Regina George a run fo...2023-12-121h 02Horrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownEverything You Didn’t Need to Know About ’Home Alone’CW: This episode discusses child abuse, domestic abuse and sexual assault.
You probably weren't expecting a content warning on an episode about 'Home Alone', but this is Horrorwood, remember? The film might be a holiday treasure, but behind the scenes things weren't so jolly. The cast of the Christmas classic seemed to have it all: Arrests? Check. Drug addiction? Check. A murder-for-hire plot? Yep, that too. Get cozy, ya filthy misfits, we're diving deep.
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WTF with Marc Maron - Macaulay Culkin, Jan. 22, 2018
Bunny Ears website
“Jun...2023-12-041h 41Horrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownEd Gein & the Iconic Movies He InspiredParents will often say to children, "Don't worry, it isn't real" when it comes to a scary monster in a movie. But the most terrifying monsters walk among us every day. And I can assure you, Misfits, they are VERY real. Today we’re talking about gruesome serial killer Ed Gein - a.k.a. The Butcher of Plainfield - and the movies his story inspired, including: Psycho, The Texas Chainsaw Massacre and The Silence of the Lambs. Eek.
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“Psycho” on IMDb
“Texas...2023-11-271h 01Horrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownThe Thanksgiving Death of Karyn KupcinetSixty years ago in the early morning hours of Thanksgiving 1963, 22-year-old Karyn Kupcinet lay dead in her West Hollywood apartment. The daughter of prominent Chicago couple Essee and Irv Kupcinet, Karyn had been living in LA to pursue her dreams of stardom. But Karyn was deeply troubled. Not even her own family knew just how far her depression reached. Addicted to a variety of pills, obsessed with a man who did not return her feelings of love, struggling to make it big in show business...it seemed obvious to her closest friends that Karyn had died by suicide. However...2023-11-211h 27Horrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownWhere Is Tammy Lynn Leppert? - Part 2We're back for Part 2 and things just keep getting weirder. In our conclusion of the Tammy Lynn Leppert case we talk more about that friend that Tammy called to pick her up on the morning of July 6th, 1983. But he wasn't the only person raising a red flag regarding her disappearance. At the time there were two monsters lurking in the area, committing sexual assaults and a slew of murders. Yet the more we learn, the more questions there are. This one is a lot. BONUS: Kevin sings a song about vampires.
View photos from the episode2023-11-131h 13Horrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownWhere Is Tammy Lynn Leppert? - Part 118-year-old Tammy Lynn Leppert was no stranger to the spotlight. By the time she'd reached high school she'd already competed in hundreds of pageants, winning close to 300 titles. She even graced the cover of Cover Girl Magazine when she was just 13. Her pageant and modeling career opened the door to acting opportunities - Tammy's true passion. She worked her way up from local commercials to bit parts in movies like "Spring Break" and "Scarface." But right as her acting career was starting to gain momentum, Tammy began exhibiting odd behavior. Then one day in the summer of 1983 she went...2023-11-061h 07Horrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownThe Legend of ’Candyman’At 8:45pm on April 22, 1987, Chicago police received a call from Ruthie Mae McCoy, a 52-year-old black woman living on Chicago's South Side in the Grace Abbott Homes, part of the ABLA Housing Project. Ruthie cried for help saying, “They want to come through the bathroom.” Due to police negligence, racism, and a complete failure on the part of the Chicago Housing Authority at the time, Ruthie's cries for help were not given proper attention. Two days later she was found dead in her apartment. This story would later be referenced in the movie Candyman (1992 and 2021) about a hook-handed man that...2023-10-301h 00Horrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownThe Halloween Murder of Actor Anthony Dwain LeeCW: This episode focuses on the death of an innocent Black man at the hands of the LAPD
A Beverly Hills mansion, Halloween weekend, a costume party...all the ingredients for what should have been a fun and celebratory evening. And for Anthony Lee, it did start out that way. He was on top of the world having just wrapped an acting role on NBC's "ER" as well as becoming a leader in the Buddhist organization he'd been a part of for many years. But what began as an evening partying with friends ended with Anthony dead...2023-10-2354 minHorrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownThe Life & Unthinkable Death of Adrienne Shelly"Every horrible day in history has a much happier day before it." --Andy Ostroy
On Halloween night in 2006, Adrienne Shelly was having a blast chatting with friends and helping little kids try to bust open the ghost-shaped piñata hanging in her NYC apartment. She and her husband Andy were hosting a party and enjoying the trick-or-treat holiday with their toddler, Sophie.
Adrienne was also waiting to hear if her most recent film, "Waitress," which she not only wrote and directed but also acted in, had been accepted into Sundance. Sadly, she would never find o...2023-10-161h 11Horrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownMisfit Monday 2It's all about YOU today, Misfits! It's a Misfit Monday, which means we take a break from the Hollywood/celebrity/entertainment stories and instead focus on YOUR creepy tales. Today's batch of misfit stories involves a ghost who likes to mess with plumbing, a medium with special messages from loved ones, an old-timey shipwreck and a ghost girl in a pub. Hooray for spooky season!
That book from the story about the medium: "Faithful: A Spiritual Medium's Journey Beyond Fear" by Michelle Murnin-Paulson
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https://www.patreon.com/horrorwoodpodcast2023-10-091h 11Horrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownHollywood’s First Sex Symbol: Rudolph Valentino & His Hot GhostPicture it, the early 1900’s: booze, speakeasies, cigarettes, fancy dance clubs and silent films. Hollywood was on the up and up and the movie industry was booming! This era in film history gave birth to the first sex symbol, Rudolph Valentino. Roldolfo Alfonso Raffaello Pierre Filibert Guglielmi di Valentina d’Antonguolla was a famous Italian actor who was mainly known by his nickname "The Latin Lover" (even though he, uh, wasn't Latino). His story is a tumultuous one, passing away at the young age of 31. But his handsome ghost and the spirit of his doberman pinscher, Kabar, still haunt Los...2023-10-021h 11Horrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownThe Murderer That Inspired Tobe Hooper’s ’Eaten Alive’The Butcher of Elmendorf, The Bluebeard of South Texas, The Alligator Man...these are all nicknames for Joe Ball, a murderous man from a wealthy family who may or may not have fed his victims to his pet alligators. He also inspired the 1976 film "Eaten Alive" directed by Tobe Hooper of "The Texas Chainsaw Massacre" fame. As far as horror movies based on true stories go, this is perhaps one of the wildest.
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Hall, Michael (July 1, 2002). "Two Barmaids, Five Alligators, and the Butcher of E...2023-09-2556 minHorrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownHaunted Theatres: The Savannah Theatre in Savannah, GAGhosts? Check. Fires that start and stop on their own? Check. A presidential assassin? Check...and yikes. The Savannah Theatre really takes the whole "all theatres are haunted" belief to a whole new level, which isn't surprising considering it's more than 200 years old and located in a city that is literally built on the dead.
Standing in Chippewa Square - the backdrop for some of Forrest Gump's most iconic scenes - the Savannah Theatre has played host to some of the world's most famous - and not-so-famous - performers, and some of them refuse to leave...
2023-09-1852 minHorrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownTragedy on Set of ’Twilight Zone: The Movie’
“You are about to enter another dimension." No, but it feels like that when it comes to safety in the film industry in the 1980's. The Twilight Zone was such a HUGE hit in popular culture, an anthology movie aptly titled Twilight Zone: The Movie started filming in 1982 and was released on June 24, 1983. “Time Out,” the first segment in the movie, was the subject of much controversy in Hollywood at the time, and for good reason: the production led to the deaths of three people during filming…and it was all caught on camera.
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Epi...2023-09-1146 minHorrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownMurder at Marlon Brando’s House - Part 2We're back with Part 2 and these Brandos be Brandoing. We ended Part 1 with the shooting death of Dag Drollet at the hands of Christian Brando. Now we get into the he-said-she-said of it all. We're talking about Christian's arrest, his sentencing and the lives of those affected by that fateful night. Things get horrible and then they get horrible-er, and THEN...things get worse.
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SAMHSA: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
SAMHSA’s National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English an...2023-09-041h 15Horrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownMurder at Marlon Brando’s House - Part 1"Your life together smells of tragedy, it smells of death.” Ummm, not exactly words you want your dad saying about you and your girlfriend. The Brandos were a troubled brood, there's no doubt about it. Drugs, violence, extramarital affairs...the list goes on. While many might think having a Hollywood legend for a father is all glitz and glamour, some people might say the Brando kids never stood a chance (us - we're some people). On a chilly evening in May of 1990, Marlon Brando's sprawling estate became the scene of a horrific tragedy that set off a chain of de...2023-08-2855 minHorrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownThe Sordid Past of the Cecil HotelThe Cecil Hotel in downtown LA boasted 700 rooms and was originally meant for business travelers and tourists...but then came the Great Depression and things went awry. Over the years it's seen its share of murders, suicides and alleged paranormal events, not to mention it has been home to multiple (yes, MULTIPLE) serial killers. Eek.
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“History of Skid Row and the Trust,” Skid Row Housing Trust
“What Happened to Elisa Lam, Dorothy Jean Purcell, And Why You Should Never Play The Elevato...2023-08-211h 03Horrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownThe Shooting of Stuntman Garrett WarrenGarrett Warren was at the top of his game when he was gunned down in the doorway of his home - and in front of his mother, no less. But why would anyone want to murder a man described as a kind, generous friend and focused professional? This case has some wild twists and turns involving a pizza parlor, a picture taken at a party and...Home Alone's Joe Pesci???? And how did one misspelled word put the nail in the coffin, so to speak? Alright, Misfits, let's do this.
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2023-08-141h 09Horrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownThe Amityville Horror HouseA Dutch Colonial house sits on the foundation at 112 Ocean Avenue in Amityville, Long Island, New York, about 30 miles outside of New York City. It’s a house with a gruesome past and a penchant for collecting the souls of its inhabitants. This personification of evil is known as The Amityville Horror House, and this is the story of Ronald DeFeo Jr., the mass murder of the DeFeo family, and the subsequent haunting that launched a movie franchise. Is the house ACTUALLY haunted, and are the ghosts (or demons!) still tormenting the residents there? Kate and Kevin speculate wildly on...2023-08-071h 04Horrorwood: True Crime in Tinseltown’The Exorcist’ Murder of Reporter Addison VerrillLast week we talked all about the film The Exorcist; the horrors, tribulations, and lore that made it one of the scariest movies ever made. But there was one main piece of trivia missing: a background actor in the movie turned out to be a real life murderer and potential serial killer. It was the early morning hours of September 14, 1977 in New York City, and 36-year-old reporter for Variety, Addison Verrill, was leaving Mine Shaft, an after-hours gay back room bar. This would be the last time that Verrill was seen alive. Journalist for the New York Times and...2023-07-3145 minHorrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownBackstory & Behind the Scenes of ’The Exorcist’"What an excellent day for an exorcism." William Friedkin's The Exorcist is one of the greatest horror movies in the history of cinema. The movie follows a mother trying to save her daughter from demonic possession and is based on William Peter Blatty’s immensely popular 1971 novel. The Exorcist was released in theaters on December 26, 1973 and stars Linda Blair, Ellen Burstyn, Jason Miller, and Max von Sydow. The production has a reputation as a cursed movie due to strange events that occurred while the movie was filming. Today we are taking a look behind the scenes and exploring the lo...2023-07-241h 00Horrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownThe Shocking Death of Lyric Marie Benson22 years old and fresh out of college, Lyric Benson had already experienced the kind of success that most actors work years to achieve. Not only was she appearing in commercials, she had a voiceover gig for Maybelline, co-starring roles on multiple TV shows and her face was on billboards and posters all over NYC. It seems her only flaw was having the misfortune of meeting Robert Ambrosino - an unemployed 30-something who claimed to work for the CIA and referred to himself as "Fast Bobby." Eek.
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For more information on organ...2023-07-171h 04Horrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownThe Senseless Murder of Jonshel AlexanderJonshel Alexander wasn't even a teenager yet when she auditioned for the critically acclaimed film "Beasts of the Southern Wild." Though she was too old to play the lead, she impressed filmmakers so much that they cast her in a supporting role. Described as "ferociously creative," Jonshel exhibited undeniable talent and charisma. Tragically, when she was just 22 years old someone came along and cut her life short for literally no reason whatsoever. Although this episode is a bit on the shorter side in terms of length, we assure you we've included all the information we've been able to find...2023-07-1034 minHorrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownWelcome to Horrowood...Again!Kate and Kevin met way back when they worked together at a (likely haunted) theatre and the two became fast friends. Skip ahead a few years to present day, when all they do is sit around and talk about skincare products and true crime. From horrific homicides to unsolved mysteries, spooky haunts to behind-the-scenes secrets, these two are here to bring you all the drama - and trauma - of Tinseltown. Settle in, Misfits.
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Angie Kukawski managed the finances of some very high-profile celebrities, including Nicki Minaj, Offset and the Kardashians, to name a few. Could her line of work have led to her murder? We might never know. There is little information about this case available to the public, and the suspect hasn't even gone to trial yet. Why haven't more people familiar with Angie spoken out about her? And why is it that the only photo associated with her is actually a photo of...2023-07-0343 minHorrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownHaunted Hotels: On Location at the Pfister in Milwaukee, WIY'ALL. Where to even begin with this one... Kate and Matt are staying overnight in what Expedia named one of the top 5 most haunted hotels in the country! Many celebrities have experienced quite the spooky ooky while staying here, and Kate and Matt want to see if they have their own ghostly encounter. Spoiler alert: THEY DO.
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The Pfi...2023-06-261h 01Horrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownThe Disappearance and Death of Film Exec Gavin SmithGavin Smith was a charismatic, successful film executive at Fox Studios. At 6' 6" the blonde, tan, athletic father of three stood out wherever he went. So when he went missing on May 1, 2012, his family and friends were baffled. Where did he go? A man of his stature should be pretty easy to find, right? That is, of course, unless someone took extreme measures to make sure he couldn't be...
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“Who Is Missing Hollywood Executive Gav...2023-06-211h 10Horrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownAn Update from Kate!Hello Misfits! Kate here. Some of you have been asking where Kail has been so I wanted to give you a quick update. We're making some changes and taking a poll. After listening, be sure to comment with your answer to the question!
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Nicholas Davio...2023-06-1501 minHorrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownHaunted Theatres: The Huntington in Boston, MASince spooky season is right around the corner (we know it's June, but we can dream, can't we?), Kate's got a haunted theatre for ya today. The building that houses the Huntington Theatre broke ground 100 years ago, so you KNOW the place has seen its share of spook. We've got a piano-playing ghost named Leo, a spirit that is super protective of the theatre's hats for some reason, and a multitude of shenanigans by the original founder himself.
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Picture Perfect: The Shattered Dreams of Maple Batalia
“Man...2023-06-051h 06Horrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownThe Unsolved Disappearance of Jean SpanglerWhen 26-year-old Jean Spangler left her home on the evening of Friday, October 7, 1949, she had no idea she wouldn't be returning. She told her sister-in-law she was working that night...but there was no record of her employment for that date. What was she up to? Where did she really go? This episode has Kirk Douglas, the Black Dahlia killer and "That 70s Show" star Laura Prepon. It's a doozy, folks.
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"The Missing Star Spangler Girl: Inside the chilling, still unsolved disappearance of Jean S...2023-06-011h 09Horrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownMisfit Monday 1Welcome to our first Misfit Monday! When Kate's friend Kevin co-hosted a couple of weeks ago, he mentioned he had some spooky stories to share. Kate's been under the weather (still, ugh) so she invited Kevin to share those stories on the Pod today. He's bringing us dead women doing dishes, a ghost cat named Jinx, and two little girls getting up to some shenanigans in the afterlife. Let's go!
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Follow us...2023-05-2234 minHorrorwood: True Crime in Tinseltown*Patreon freebie!* The Troubling Tale of Johnny LewisHey Misfits, Kate here. I was working on a different episode for you this week when my body was possessed by what can only be described as a stomach demon. I've been super sick, so instead of what I had planned I'm giving you one of our Patreon episodes (Patronians - please forgive me! I have a new episode coming for you this week).
This case has a bit of everything: Scientology, Katy Perry, mental illness, and a sweet old landlady who makes homemade tamales. Johnny Lewis had really begun to make a name for himself in...2023-05-161h 06Horrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownThe Haunted Linda Vista Community HospitalBefore it was a popular filming location for Hollywood, the Linda Vista Community Hospital was where the residents of Boyle Heights turned to for medical care. The place used to be poppin' until budget cuts forced it to cut back on services. Quality of care went down and the death rate went up, and when you have that many people dying in one location, well, a few of those spirits are bound to stick around...
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“The Most Haunted Hos...2023-05-0847 minHorrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownThe Short Life and Tragic Murder of Judith BarsiCW: This episode involves a child and domestic violence.
Even if you don't know her name there's a good chance you've heard her voice. Judith Barsi played the role of Ducky in the animated movie "The Land Before Time." But that's just one of a long list of credits in her short career. When she wasn't acting on screen she was riding her bike, playing with her Care Bears and watching one of her favorite shows - "Growing Pains." No one would have guessed that the adorable, sweet, bubbly girl on TV was living a nightmare in...2023-05-011h 06Horrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownThe Horrific Murder of Dr. Amie HarwickDr. Amie Harwick was one of a kind: intelligent, beautiful and a lover of all things macabre. As a famed Hollywood sex therapist she was a strong advocate for women as well as those marginalized for their sexual identities. She had an array of interesting hobbies and side gigs including modeling, go-go dancing and fire-eating. Yes, fire-eating! But someone in her life was hell-bent on bringing her down, and Amie's life was cut tragically short.
If you are experiencing domestic violence, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233, or go to thehotline.org. All...2023-04-241h 03Horrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownTragedy On Set of the Film ”Noah’s Ark”What do you get when you combine greedy Hollywood execs with thousands of movie extras and a flood scene billed as 'the spectacle of the ages?' Tragedy. You get tragedy. Hollywood was doing things a bit differently back in the 1920s, like ignoring any and all safety practices that might be necessary for a film shoot. Such was the case on the film "Noah's Ark" - the movie that led to the creation of safety regulations on set.
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“Noah’s Ark (1928): Fake Flood, Real...2023-04-1728 minHorrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownThe Viper Room: Debauchery, History & an Unsolved MysteryTo say the Viper Room was vibing would be an understatement. The Viper Room WAS the vibe. It’s where bands played to try out new music. It’s where celebrities went to hang out away from the flashes of cameras. It’s where Johnny Depp threw parties for his famous friends. But it also played host to a slew of tragic events, most notably the death of Academy Award nominee River Phoenix. The building itself is packed with history dating back more than a hundred years, when Sunset Blvd. was just a dirt road. This episode has a little...2023-04-101h 02Horrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownThe Stalking Death of Christina GrimmieChristina Grimmie was a YouTube sensation whose down-to-earth personality and huge vocals earned her quite a following. At just 16 years old she was on tour opening for Selena Gomez, and as a contestant on "The Voice" she got all 4 judges to turn their chairs. Her career was just taking off and she was poised to dominate the music industry, but tragically in the summer of 2016 an obsessed man took everything away from her.
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View photos f...2023-03-281h 19Horrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownThe Skeleton in the CottageIn 1939 an actress named Connie Kent vanished without a trace. Over the course of the next several years her home was searched multiple times for clues regarding her disappearance, but nothing turned up. Then ten years after she went missing a whole-ass skeleton was found in her bedroom! Could this be the missing Connie? Or someone else altogether? And when did the skeleton start taking up residence in Connie's cottage?
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"Essex and Suffolk Surnames - The Fin...2023-03-2046 minHorrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownSolved or Unsolved? The Murder of Ronni ChasenRonni Chasen was a behind-the-scenes badass. When it came to Awards season in Hollywood you could bet Ronni was working every red carpet event - even hosting some herself - to guarantee that her clients were front and center. When she was gunned down in 2010 while driving home from a premiere, her murder sent shockwaves through the industry. Was this a case of road rage? An attempted robbery? Or a hired hit? Police nabbed their suspect pretty quickly and the case was closed, but should it have been? Did they even get the right guy?
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Horrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownThe Drug-Fueled Death of Anissa JonesKail is back from her break and back on the Pod, and today she brings us the story of child star Anissa Jones. Anissa played Buffy on the hit TV show 'Family Affair', but once the show ended Anissa struggled to find a sense of normalcy. It wasn't long before she headed down a dark path of drug use that eventually claimed her life.
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"The Overdose Death of Anissa Jones" by Frank Wilkins
"The Heartbreaking Story Of ‘Family Affair’ Star Anissa...2023-03-0652 minHorrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownThe Brutal Killing of Dominique Dunne - Part 2“Something weird is going to happen in this trial. I can feel it.”
Kassi is back in the Pod Suite today as Kate takes us through the aftermath of Dominique's murder and the trial of John Thomas Sweeney. We've got a scheduling mix-up at the church, a violent court outburst, a midday mugging and a Tom Cruise wanna be of a judge. Oh, and confetti.
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Receive confidential support by visiting the National Domestic Violen...2023-02-2752 minHorrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownThe Brutal Killing of Dominique Dunne - Part 1"There was something creepy about this guy...but women liked him."
Dominique Dunne was a beautiful young actress whose star was quickly on the rise. Barely out of college, she landed the role of Dana Freeling in the Spielberg-produced hit Poltergeist. Shortly after that she met one of the most prominent chefs in town, John Thomas Sweeney. John seemed to have a lot going for him and the two immediately hit it off, but John was hiding a dark side that would reveal itself in the worst possible way.
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...2023-02-201h 12Horrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownHaunted Theatres: The Princess Theatre in Melbourne, Victoria, AustraliaIt's another haunted theatre, misfits! Let's face it, ALL theatres are haunted, and the Princess Theatre in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia is no exception. Melbourne was boomin' in the 1880s. Thanks to the Victorian gold rush people had more money than they knew what to do with, and what better way to spend it than on a fancy night at the theatre? Frederick Federici was a fixture on the Princess stage - as part of the company there he acted in numerous shows. But it was his performance in "Faust" that would be his most memorable, though not for the...2023-02-1332 minHorrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownThe Mystifying Disappearance of Jim SullivanKail is taking us on a creepy ride through the desert with this one, misfits. Musician Jim Sullivan was just looking for a fresh start when he decided the Los Angeles life was no longer for him. He loaded up his car and headed east, but he'd never reach his destination. Did he succumb to the elements of the desert? Was he murdered? Or was he abducted by aliens? YES, you read that right. Many believe this dude was abducted by some mother-fucking aliens, and perhaps his body got sucked up in a UFO and taken to another dimension...2023-02-0647 minHorrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownThe Senseless Murder of Jacqueline AvantJacqueline Avant was a FORCE in Hollywood. As a philanthropist and champion of the arts she devoted her life to serving those less fortunate. When it came to Black Hollywood she and her husband Clarence, a titan in the music biz, were at the center of it all, connecting the worlds of entertainment, sports and politics. Whether it was fundraising for Barack Obama or entertaining Quincy Jones, Jackie and Clarence were a powerful couple. But tragically, in the early morning hours of December 1, 2021, a monster broke into the Avants' home and shot Jackie during an attempted robbery.
2023-01-3039 minHorrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownThe Wild Case of Femme Fatale Claudine LongetThis episode has quite the cast of characters: a French showgirl-turned-actress, a legendary singer, an Olympian...even a Kennedy has a cameo. It was the magical time of the 60s and 70s when people were just VIBING. But the party would come to a screeching halt when one day Claudine Longet - the ex-wife of Andy Williams and girlfriend of skier Spider Sabich - was feeling a little "ringy" and shot her Olympian boyfriend dead. She claimed it was a terrible accident. Unfortunately investigators turned the crime scene into such a clusterfuck that prosecutors had a tricky time proving...2023-01-231h 15Horrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownThe Tragic Suicide of Jonathan BrandisTeen idol Jonathan Brandis was once voted No. 1 Dreamboat by Tiger Beat magazine. He began acting at a young age, starring in commercials, TV shows and films. He had blue eyes and blonde hair that was perpetually styled in that 90's teen boy heartthrob way (you know the 'do we're talking about). But as he got a little older and acting jobs started to dwindle, Jonathan's demons took over. He began drinking heavily and showed signs of depression, but sadly was unable to get the help he needed before making the decision to end his own life.
...2023-01-1652 minHorrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownThe Gruesome Murder of Dorothy StrattenDorothy Stratten never thought of herself as beautiful, claiming she had a plain face and big hands. But Playboy would disagree. Dorothy's undeniable good looks and natural acting ability caught not only the attention of Hugh Hefner but folks all around the country. Kate takes us through Dorothy's path to success - from scooping ice cream at a Dairy Queen to Playboy's Playmate of the Year. Tragically, the one man who should have been happiest for her grew increasingly jealous and controlling the more fame Dorothy achieved.
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...2023-01-091h 13Horrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownIt’s a Paranormal Preview!Happy New Year, Misfits! We hope you had a safe and enjoyable holiday as you said farewell to 2022. We decided not to bring you down TOO much right here at the start of 2023, so today Kail is taking us through a preview of spooky things to come! She's got some haunted Hollywood hot spots for ya that we'll dive into a little deeper down the road. We're keeping it light this week, but next week we'll be back to our regular horrific selves.
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"13 Haunted Places In L...2023-01-0237 minHorrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownTragedy On Set: Top GunArt Scholl was one of the top stunt pilots in the world. Not only did he perform in air shows internationally, he also taught aeronautics and was a licensed aircraft mechanic. He even opened his own flight center - Art Scholl Aviation. It's no wonder he was in high demand in the TV and film industry, performing stunts for commercials, shows and movies. But it was his work in "Top Gun" that would tragically be his last, when his plane mysteriously crashed during a routine move Art had completed numerous times before.
View photos from t...2022-12-261h 01Horrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownThe Preventable Death of Brittany Murphy - Part 2In this conclusion of our Brittany Murphy episodes Kate gives us some background on Simon Monjack, including some disturbing patterns of behavior that should have red flags waving at every turn. She also discusses the 911 calls Sharon Murphy made for both Brittany and Simon and goes through the theories surrounding their deaths. It's a tragic tale made even more horrific by the fact that it was all preventable.
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Brittany recording "Somebody to Love" from "Happy Feet"
The 911 call for Brittany...2022-12-191h 43Horrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownThe Preventable Death of Brittany Murphy - Part 1Brittany Murphy had a range and fearlessness that even the most experienced performers can only dream of. Comedy? She’s hilarious. Drama? She should have received an Oscar nomination. Need her to play the tuba? Yeah, she can do that, too. In Part 1 Kate takes us through Brittany's early years in Los Angeles, highlighting her undeniable talent and magnetic personality that was irresistible to everyone lucky enough to meet her.
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Drew Barrymore interviews Brittany
"Britney Spears Feared There Were Spirits In H...2022-12-1249 minHorrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownThe Vanishing of Daniel Lind LagerlöfSaknad person, befarad död (Missing person, feared dead). Swedish filmmaker Daniel Lind Lagerlöf was on a location scout for a movie when he vanished without a trace back in 2011. Just two days after his disappearance, rescue crews gave up any hope of finding him alive and called off the search. Any belongings he was carrying went missing right along with him, as no trace of Daniel has ever been found.
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"Swedish director Lagerlöf pre...2022-12-0553 minHorrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownThe Mysterious Murder of Monica BurgosHello, Misfits! Thanksgiving is over and Kate isn't wasting any time getting back to all things dark and dreary. Today she walks us through the case of Monica Burgos - a striking, vibrant, successful woman who was found murdered while vacationing with her family in Cancun. The prime suspect? Her husband - reality TV producer and three-time Emmy nominee Bruce Beresford-Redman. Bruce wasn't exactly Husband of the Year and his behavior around the time of Monica's death was questionable, but did he actually commit murder? We're not so sure.
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2022-11-281h 36Horrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownHaunted Theatres: The Auditorium in Chicago, ILSince it's a holiday week we didn't want to dive into anything TOO dark for this one, but have no fear - this episode still involves plenty of mystery and spook. Kate kicks off a new series of haunted theatres with the Auditorium Theatre in Chicago, IL. It first opened in 1889, then eventually fell into disrepair, but was restored decades later as part of Roosevelt University. It even obtained National Historic Landmark status in the mid-1970s. However, as with any building that is old AF and just happens to be built upon land where a bunch of people...2022-11-2145 minHorrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownThe Shocking Murder of Stephanie MoseleyStephanie Moseley was the whole package: beautiful, kind, generous and goofy - she knew how to make you laugh. Not to mention she was insanely talented. Her resume in Hollywood seemed to be growing by the day - TV, movies, national tours - she was at the top of her game. The show she was on - "Hit the Floor" - had just been picked up for a third season, and her relationship with her husband, though it had hit a rough patch, was on the mend. Then early one Monday morning, in December of 2014, everything came crashing down.2022-11-1450 minHorrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownThe Remarkably Unremarkable Death of Thomas H. InceThomas Harper Ince was kind of a big deal. Known as "The Father of the Western" (because he made So. Many. Westerns.), Ince was instrumental in how the Hollywood studio system would eventually run. He built the first major film studio AND created the role of producer. His career was boomin' and he seemed on top of his game, which is why when he suddenly died after partying on a yacht people assumed his death occurred under mysterious circumstances. Was he shot in the head in a case of mistaken identity, or did he just have terrible indigestion? And...2022-11-0752 minHorrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownThe Horrific Wizard of OzHAPPY HALLOWEEN, MISFITS!!!! We are so excited for one of our favorite days of the year and to celebrate we wanted to give you a very special treat, so we are presenting this episode in video! To watch it, just head on over to our YouTube channel. Today we're talking about The Wizard of Oz and what an absolute nightmare it was to work on that set. At least four of the actors ended up in the hospital (though there were probably more - we started to lose count), and some made even less money than the dog. Um...2022-10-311h 20Horrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownScream!I scream, you scream, we all...you get the idea. It's a Kail episode today! She's giving us a guided audio tour of the movie Scream - the original one that spawned a franchise. She takes us through the real-life case on which the film is loosely based, serving up everything you wish you didn't know about the Gainesville Ripper. Plus she includes some fun behind-the-scenes facts, like how an old box found in a garage helped launch one of the most iconic looks in horror history.
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2022-10-2457 minHorrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownPeg Entwistle: The Hollywoodland Sign GirlPeg Entwistle was talented AF, y'all. All she did was carry in a cup of poison in a Broadway production of Hamlet and the New York Theatre Guild was like, "That girl's got the goods!" Winning rave reviews in pretty much everything she did, Peg undoubtedly had a huge career in front of her - that is until lack of work during The Great Depression took a devastating toll on her mental health.
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Vi...2022-10-1846 minHorrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownA Mecca for Magic: Truth & Trickery of The Magic CastleIt's Labor Day, misfits! September is here, and you know what that means... Spooky season is right around the corner! We're keeping this one fun and light for your holiday as Kate takes us through the origins of The Magic Castle. What started out as a private residence for Hollywood power couple Rollin and Katherine Lane evolved into a renowned destination for magicians worldwide. Even if you lack skills in the art of magic you can still enjoy an evening at the Castle -- if, that is, you know the right people and the right password.
2022-09-0536 minHorrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownThe Iconic Life and Mysterious Death of Marilyn Monroe - Part 3It's here! After a myriad of tech issues and a bout of walking pneumonia, we are finally able to bring you the conclusion to our Marilyn Monroe series. This episode has it all: mobsters, the FBI, the CIA, wild sex parties, corrupt doctors, spies EVERYWHERE, a couple of Kennedys, missing organ samples, and a mysterious box at UCLA that is to remain sealed until 2039. This one is A LOT, misfits, so settle in.
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T...2022-08-081h 23Horrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownThe Iconic Life and Mysterious Death of Marilyn Monroe - Part 2It's Part 2, Misfits! Now that our girl has ditched the Dougherty and taken on a whole new name, she's starting to see her star rise and make some hard-earned money. We already knew she was a kick-ass queen, but in this episode we find out just how far her badassery reaches when she comes face-to-face with an intruder. Kate also takes us through her marriages to Joe DiMaggio and Arthur Miller, two men who certainly didn't give her the respect she deserved during their relationships, but who never seemed to get over her.
Click here for a...2022-08-011h 26Horrorwood: True Crime in TinseltownThe Iconic Life and Mysterious Death of Marilyn Monroe - Part 1It's our debut episode! We couldn't think of a better way to kick things off than with the one and only icon herself: Marilyn Monroe. Kate takes us on a DEEP dive into the legend's life, from her traumatic childhood to her rocky relationships, from her growing stardom to her untimely - and rather mysterious - death. No matter what you think you know about Marilyn, we guarantee you'll learn something new here - like how the simple act of borrowing a sweater literally changed her life.
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People, Place, & PurposeTiny Farmhouse: Amy McCoyAmy McCoy is the Creative Director, Illustrator, and Founder of Tiny Farmhouse based in southeastern Massachusetts, right near the Rhode Island border. She has spent her career as a Freelance Broadcast Producer, but loves being an artist, traveling, growing her own food and raising animals, spending time in nature, and thinking about sustainability. In this episode, she references numerous times how she wants her uniquely designed tea towels, aprons, greeting cards, notebooks, market totes, and more, to make people happy! Where you can find Tiny Farmhouse:- Website: http://www.tinyfarmhouse.com- Instagram: http...2022-04-0456 min