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“I thought I met the man of my dreams, and he turned out to be one of the biggest con men in history,” shares Benita Alexander, a highly accomplished journalist and executive producer. In this episode, she joins Dr. Z to recount her harrowing experience with love fraud at the hands of Dr. Paolo Macchiarini. Benita's story, featured in the Netflix documentary “Bad Surgeon: Love Under the Knife” and the Wondery podcast “Dr. Death,” serves as a chilling reminder that even the most intelligent and successful individuals can fall victim to the manipulative blueprint of narcissists.    Benita met Macchiarini during a vulnerable period in her life. His charm and apparent empathy quickly drew her in, leading to a whirlwind romance. However, as their relationship progressed, red flags began to emerge, which Benita initially dismissed due to Macchiarini's convincing explanations.    Dr. Z and Benita explore the psychological impact of such a profound betrayal, emphasizing the difficulty of recognizing, and escaping from, a narcissistic abusive relationship. They discuss how factors such as intelligence and success do not necessarily immunize one from becoming vulnerable to this type of abuse. Benita's courageous decision to go public with her story underscores the need to raise awareness about the dangers of people like Macchiarini, who exploit their victims' trust for personal gain.   Exploring the complexities of narcissistic abuse, the insidious nature of love bombing, and the resilience required to rebuild one's life after such a traumatic experience, this episode serves as both a cautionary tale and a source of inspiration for those who may find themselves entangled in similar situations.   Quotes “Any narcissist's worst fear is the collapse—falling from the pedestal, their reputation being destroyed.” (36:35 | Benita Alexander)  “It takes so much courage for a woman to come forward and expose herself like that. And then, on top of it, to get attacked—it's the reason people don't talk about this kind of thing. That's what's so concerning to me because if we stay quiet and if women don't feel comfortable enough to come forward and talk, it's going to keep happening. These people—narcissists, con artists, sociopaths, whatever you want to call them—count on you being quiet. They count on you being too embarrassed and humiliated to talk. That's why the lies keep escalating, because they don't think they're ever going to get caught.” (58:59 | Benita Alexander)  “I think it's also important to realize—very, very important—not to blame yourself. I mean, what was your crime? You fell in love. You wanted to trust the person you fell in love with, and that's a very normal thing. You didn't do anything wrong. You were vulnerable. When you're vulnerable and you fall in love, there's a reason they say love is blind. But you never expect something this extreme to happen. You never expect someone to be lying to you about literally everything."  (01:05:41 | Benita Alexander)    Links Connect with Benita Alexander: https://www.benitaalexander.com/ Follow Benita Alexander on Instagram and Tiktok: @benitaalexander_official Listen to her podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JFkA9DcX8W0&t=457s   Connect with Dr. Jaime Zuckerman: https://www.drjaimezuckerman.com/ https://www.zgrouptherapy.com/ https://www.instagram.com/dr.z_psychologist/ https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.z_psychologist Podcast production and show notes provided by HiveCast.fm

It's Fraud Week on the Megyn Kelly Show, and we begin with the story of former NBC producer and journalist Benita Alexander, and her ex-fiancé Dr. Paolo Macchiarini. Alexander talks about how she met Macchiarini for a report she was working on about regenerative medicine, his personality and confidence, what drew her to him personally, the way he seemed with patients, how it started to fall apart, the tactics her fiancé used to keep up the fraud like "love bombing" and other signs of narcissism and arrogance, the thrill some people get from lying and conning people, the secret client list he said he had involving The Clintons and the pope, her fiancé's lies about the pope marrying them, his actual relationship with the Vatican, why he chose to amplify the lies he was telling, whether he was a pathological liar and sociopath, how she came to find out her fiancé had been living a double life and lying to her, the revelations about multiple families, what happened after she confronted him, how the con of Dr. Paolo Macchiarini was beyond just personal but professional and medical, the reality of the supposedly innovative plastic windpipe surgery he spearheaded, advice for other women on how to spot the red flags, and more. Alexander- https://www.instagram.com/benitaalexander_official/ Follow The Megyn Kelly Show on all social platforms:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/MegynKellyTwitter: http://Twitter.com/MegynKellyShowInstagram: http://Instagram.com/MegynKellyShowFacebook: http://Facebook.com/MegynKellyShow Find out more information at: https://www.devilmaycaremedia.com/megynkellyshow 

Benita Alexander is an Emmy award-winning investigative journalist and producer who has transformed her experience as a survivor of love fraud into a powerful mission to empower other women who have been deceived. She's renowned for her work on Investigation Discovery's “Crimes Gone Viral,” where Dr. Judith worked alongside her for four seasons. Benita's own gripping true crime story inspired the docuseries “Bad Surgeon,” which became the number one show on Netflix.Benita introduced Dr. Judith to Cait Alexander, a survivor of intimate partner violence and a passionate advocate for legislative changes to protect victims. In this week's episode, Benita, Cait, and Dr. Judith discuss one of the most famous cases that led to significant legislative change: The Nicole Brown Simpson story. Interest in Nicole's story has surged following the recent death of O.J. Simpson.Tune in for an in-depth conversation about survival, advocacy, and the ongoing fight for justice.Follow Benita Alexander:Instagram: @benitaalexander_officialTikTok: @benitaalexander_officialLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benita-alexander-0bb35210b/Website: https://www.benitaalexander.com/ TV Show: Bad Surgeon: Love Under the Knife on NetflixFollow Cait Alexander:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cait.alexander/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ccaitalexanderr Website: https://caitalexander.com/ Follow Dr. Judith:Instagram: https://instagram.com/drjudithjosephTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drjudithjosephFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/drjudithjosephWebsite: https://www.drjudithjoseph.com/Sign up for my newsletter here: https://www.drjudithjoseph.com/newsletter-sign-up

Benita Alexander is an Emmy winning NBC journalist who was sent to interview a surgeon to the stars. Dr Paulo Macchiarini was rumoured to be up for a Nobel prize and his groundbreaking trachea surgery was changing medicine. Within a year Benita and Paulo were engaged and he arranged a star studded wedding…but weeks before the big day everything came crashing down. The wedding was a fabrication, but so was Paulo's whole career and his patients were dying.Produced by Audio Always Producer: Ailsa Rochester Editor: Jo Meek Sound Design: Ailsa Rochester

Summary This episode of the Game Theory podcast discusses the case of Paolo Macchiarini, a surgeon who committed medical and relationship fraud. Macchiarini gained fame for his experimental surgeries, particularly the implantation of lab-grown tracheas. However, his procedures resulted in the deaths of several patients. Additionally, Macchiarini engaged in a relationship with journalist Benita Alexander while deceiving her and others about his personal and professional life. The episode explores the ethical and legal issues surrounding Macchiarini's actions. This part of the conversation delves into the journey of Paolo Macchiarini, a surgeon who engaged in fraudulent medical practices. It explores his lack of animal testing, the role of whistleblowers and journalists in exposing his actions, and the ethical concerns surrounding his surgeries. The chapter also discusses the involvement of journalist Benita Alexander and provides an update on Macchiarini's current status. Overall, the conversation highlights Macchiarini's deviousness, luck, and evil intentions. The conversation covers various topics including the Swedish legal system and planning a fun episode. Takeaways Paolo Macchiarini committed medical and relationship fraud, deceiving patients and engaging in a deceptive relationship with a journalist. His experimental surgeries, particularly the implantation of lab-grown tracheas, resulted in the deaths of several patients. Macchiarini's actions raise important ethical and legal questions about the regulation of medical procedures and the responsibility of medical professionals. The case highlights the need for thorough investigation and scrutiny in the medical field to prevent fraud and protect patient safety. Paolo Macchiarini engaged in fraudulent medical practices, including the lack of animal testing and misrepresentation of data. Whistleblowers and journalists played a crucial role in exposing Macchiarini's actions and bringing them to light. The case highlights the importance of ethical considerations in medical research and the potential harm caused by fraudulent practices. Benita Alexander's involvement with Macchiarini raises questions about journalistic ethics and the impact of personal relationships on professional conduct. Macchiarini's actions demonstrate a high level of deviousness, luck, and evil intentions. The Swedish legal system is discussed, highlighting its flaws and limitations. The hosts plan a future episode focused on sports, concussions, and math. The conversation showcases the hosts' humor and camaraderie. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 03:00 Paolo Macchiarini's Medical Fraud 08:00 Billy McFarland and Fire Festival 12:00 Relationship Fraud and Benita Alexander 19:00 Paolo Macchiarini's Rise to Fame 25:00 Experimental Surgeries and Patient Deaths 32:00 Julia Tulek and the Documentary 36:00 Ethical and Legal Issues 36:52 The Journey Begins 37:58 The Trachea Thing 39:41 Lack of Animal Testing 41:53 Whistleblowers and Journalists 44:48 Ethical Concerns 52:08 The Case of Yesim Seeter 56:01 Benita Alexander's Involvement 59:59 Macchiarini's Current Status 01:06:09 Evaluation: Smart, Lucky, Evil 01:12:21 Discussion on the Swedish legal system 01:12:38 Planning a fun episode --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gametheory/message

TV producer Benita Alexander thinks the work of a transplant surgeon will make for a great story. Dr. Paolo Macchiarini is saving lives by implanting the first artificial tracheas, and Benita soon finds herself in a secret relationship with the charismatic medical pioneer. Once they're engaged, Benita grows suspicious of his tales of famous friends and promises of a new life in Europe. But worse, Macchiarini has been obfuscating the results of his surgeries, treating patients like human guinea pigs while the devices rot inside their bodies.Peacock is out with the second installment of their dramatic adaptation of “Dr. Death,” based on the Miracle Man season of the Wondery Podcast. Actors Mandy Moore and Edgar Ramírez recreate Macchiarini's catfishing romance in the US, while Luke Kirby plays one of the doctors in Sweden looking to expose the surgeon's deadly lies.OUR SPOILER-FREE REVIEWS OF "DR. DEATH" BEGIN IN THE FINAL 9 MINUTES OF THE EPISODE.In Crime of Week: road script.    For exclusive podcasts and more, sign up at Patreon.Sign up for our newsletter at crimewriterson.com

Paolo Macchiarini became world famous as a charismatic Italian surgeon who developed an artificial trachea made out of plastic and soaked in stem cells that he claimed would give patients a new lease on life. Instead, it killed them in a horrific fashion. Along the way, he conned women into falling in love with him and had four separate families scattered all over the world. The woman that brought him down is Benita Alexander, an accomplished journalist and the star of the Netflix docuseries called "Bad Surgeon," and another documentary called "He Lied About Everything." Is Macchiarini in prison? Are there more secrets out there? Watch this episode and go back to watch Benita's earlier appearance on the podcast as well. You will not believe how narcissistic and evil this former winner of the Nobel Prize for Medicine was. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BGfAUK9V6UM. Subscribe to One Degree of Scandalous: www.youtube.com/@onedegreeofscandalous?sub_confirmation=1

Hennes historia om exfästmannens lögner spreds över hela världen – och bidrog till kirurgen Paolo Macchiarinis fall. Ett bröllop var planerat, gästlistan kryllade av kändisar och påven skulle viga dem. Men Benita Alexander börjar ana att något inte står rätt till. Hur tog hon sig tillbaka efter kärlekssveket? Programledare: Emma Lukins. Med DN:s reporter Catia Hultquist. Producent: Sabina Marmullakaj.

Harika bir cerrah, yakışıklı bir romantik ve genç bir bilim insanı. Paolo Macchiarini'yi görenler ona tümüyle hayran kalıyordu. Kendisiyle evlenmek üzere olan gazeteci Benita Alexander da ona ilk görüşte vurulmuştu. Bakalım tüm bu süslü dünya gerçekten göründüğü gibi miydi?

Harika bir cerrah, yakışıklı bir romantik ve genç bir bilim insanı. Paolo Macchiarini'yi görenler ona tümüyle hayran kalıyordu. Kendisiyle evlenmek üzere olan gazeteci Benita Alexander da ona ilk görüşte vurulmuştu. Bakalım tüm bu süslü dünya gerçekten göründüğü gibi miydi?

We spoke with Ashley Madekwe, Luke Kirby, Gustaf Hammarsten, Ashley Michel Hoban (Showrunner), and (Executive Producer) Patrick Macmanus about how season two of Dr. Death takes the show to a new level and how the ripple effects of Macchiarini's actions affect all of those around him. Host: Monica Gleberman Editor: Shamindri De Sayrah Social Media Graphic: Jojo -- Dr. Death S2, based on the hit Wondery podcast, follows “Miracle Man” Paolo Macchiarini, a charming surgeon renowned for his innovative operations. When investigative journalist Benita Alexander approaches him for a story, the line between personal and professional begins to blur, changing her life forever. As she learns how far Paolo will go to protect his secrets, a group of doctors halfway across the world make shocking discoveries of their own that call everything about Paolo into question. *Dr. Death is available to stream on Peacock on December 21, 2023. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter @SilenceonSet and Instagram @SilenceonSetPod

Benita Alexander from the Netflix true crime docuseries Bad Surgeon: Love Under the Knife, an investigation into one of the biggest frauds in modern medical history exposes a thoracic surgeon famous for groundbreaking achievements in the field of regenerative medicine. Reality Life with Kate CaseyMust Watch List: https://katecasey.substack.comPatreon: http://www.patreon.com/katecaseyTwitter: https://twitter.com/katecaseyInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/katecaseycaTik Tok: http://www.tiktok.com/itskatecaseyFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/113157919338245Amazon.com: www.amazon.com/shop/katecaseySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Research by the charity Stamma shows that 8% of children will start stuttering at some point. Our listener Geri, a mother who's son has a stammer, got in touch with Woman's Hour and asked us to discuss the topic. Kirsten Howells from Stamma, Tiktokker Jessie Yendle and Geri join Claire McDonnell to share their own experiences and advice.In 2013 Benita Alexander was working as a producer at NBC in New York. Tasked with putting a documentary together on renowned Swiss surgeon Dr Paolo Macchiarini, the pair soon grew close and started dating. However, not was all what it seemed with both their relationship and the success of his surgical invention. Benita joins Claire McDonnell to tell her story, as featured in the new Netflix documentary, Bad Surgeon.The UK's Equalities and Human Rights Commission is being investigated by the UN over its position on “biological sex” and the provision of single-sex spaces. We talk to EHRC Chair Baroness Kishwer Falkner. Kamila Hryshchenko is one of the highest chess ranked players in England however until very recently she represented a different nation. Kamila and her mother were forced to flee their home nation of Ukraine during the outbreak of war in 2022 and it was chess that proved instrumental to securing Kamila and her mother's safety. Kamila has chosen to now play for England and she joins Clare McDonnell.Presenter: Clare McDonnell Producer: Emma Pearce

Hyllade Dr. Macchiarini transplanterar luftstrupar av plast i levande människor. Snart anar kollegor på Karolinska att allt inte stämmer och patienter dör. Samtidigt upptäcker fästmön lögn efter lögn. Nya avsnitt från P3 Dokumentär hittar du först i Sveriges Radio Play. Paolo Macchiarinis dåvarande fästmö, TV-producenten Benita Alexander bestämmer sig för att berätta för världen om stjärnkirurgens dubbelliv.– Om han ljuger mot mig så här, så strategiskt och så utstuderat, så måste han också ljuga i sitt jobb. Det var skrämmande för mig eftersom han hade människors liv i sina händer, säger Benita Alexander.Då har thoraxkirurgen Karl-Henrik Grinnemo och tre andra kollegor märkt att allt inte står rätt till med Karolinska institutets och Karolinska universitetssjukhusets topprekrytering.– Vi insåg att det var lurendrejeri på en väldigt, väldigt hög nivå, säger Karl-Henrik Grinnemo.P3 Dokumentär om skandalkirurgen Macchiarini och de dödliga experimenten är en historia om hur en karismatisk man lyckades dupera en hel värld, både professionellt och privat.Medverkande:Benita Alexander, TV-producent och ex-fästmö till Paolo Macchiarini.Karl-Henrik Grinnemo, en av visselblåsarna i Macchiarini-fallet, thoraxkirurg och f.d. kollega på Karolinska universitetssjukhuset.Bosse Lindqvist, journalist och dokumentärmakare, bakom prisbelönade SVT Dokument Inifrån-serien Experimenten.Kjell Asplund, professor emeritus och utredare.Alexander Seifalian, professor i nanoteknologi och regenerativ medicin.En dokumentär av: Blenda Setterwall Klingert.Producent: Gustav Asplund.Exekutiv producent: Jon Jordås.Dokumentären är producerad 2023.

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Devastated to learn that her fiancé, celebrity surgeon Paolo Macchiarini, has been lying to her, journalist Benita Alexander calls off the wedding and begins investigating the man she was planning to give up her career and move halfway around the world for. When she goes public with her story, she learns that a Swedish journalist, Bo Lindquist, is about to expose the deadly truth behind the doctor's miracle surgeries.  

NBC producer Benita Alexander was working on a story for a 2 hour television special focused on regenerative medicine. The subject of her documentary was the world renowned, yet controversial super surgeon, Paolo Macchiarini. Dr. Macchiarini was making waves in the medical world with his 3D printed tracheas and he'd already had a couple transplants under his belt. When Benita met Paolo for their first interview, sparks flew and Benita soon finds herself crossing professional lines. As the relationship progresses Benita learns that not everything is as it seems. These revelations won't just affect her, but countless patients and their families as well. Is Dr. Macchiarini the future of medicine or a sci-fi villain?

On our latest episode of #RealTalkWithBELLA our EIC, Vanessa Coppes, is joined with award-winning investigative television producer, show runner, director, writer (+ much more), Benita Alexander

As always, our stories have nothing in common. Mary tells us the survival story of Brandi Hicks, and Rocky tests how gullible we are with the story of Benita Alexander and Paolo Macchiarini. Follow us on Instagram @tell.me.something.creepy Email your own creepy stories to tellmesomethingcreepy@gmail.com Buy our hats here: https://etsy.me/3oMknCt Sources https://youtu.be/VdYLWFMTc0o https://thecinemaholic.com/elizabeth-reiser-murder-where-is-matthew-vaca-now/ https://thecinemaholic.com/where-is-brandi-hicks-now/ https://www.vanityfair.com/news/2016/01/celebrity-surgeon-nbc-news-producer-scam https://www.iheart.com/podcast/272-dr-death-season-3-miracle-85434041/ https://www.nytimes.com/2022/06/17/world/europe/macchiarini-windpipe-surgeon-deaths.html

Pengar, berömmelse, kärlek. Vad får egentligen en människa att lura någon? Och varför blir vi arga på offret? I Studio DN Insidan diskuterar psykologen Anna Bennich olika sorters bedragare – bland annat Tindersvindlaren, Paolo Macchiarini och Anna Sorokin. Tillägg: Efter att avsnittet spelats in hör journalisten Benita Alexander, som blev lurad av sin förre detta fästman Paolo Macchiarini, av sig med en lyssnarfråga till Anna Bennich. Den kan du höra i slutet av avsnittet. Programledare: Catia Hultquist.

Benita Alexander shares her unfathomable first-hand account of being swept up in an incredible con job and scandal at the hands of Paolo Macchiarini, the renowned surgeon who performed risky operations he claimed could replace a human organ and promised the NBC journalist a wedding officiated by the Pope, inside a castle, with Oprah, the Clintons, Elton John, and Andrea Bocelli watching.

In the latest episode of the Empowerography Podcast, my guest is Benita Alexander. Benita Alexander is an award-winning investigative television producer, showrunner, correspondent, director, writer and narrator who has worked on a wide variety of film and TV programs. She is also the CEO of Berraca Productions, a company she founded to further her advocacy work empowering women who are the survivors of love fraud. Benita is the Executive Producer of the documentary film, “He Lied About Everything,” which premiered in the U.S. on Valentine's Day, 2018 on Investigation Discovery, and continues to be broadcast around the world. This very personal film, which Benita narrates herself, documents how her fairytale romance with a world-renowned surgeon turns into a nightmare. When Benita discovers that her fiance is not who he claims to be, she goes on an emotional journey to unravel a trail of destruction that leaves patients dead and their shattered families in shock. In 2019, the film was nominated in the documentary category for the WIN Awards, Women's Image Network. Benita's story of remarkable resilience and bravery in exposing the lying surgeon she thought she would spend the rest of her life with has since been featured in numerous national and international television, radio shows and podcasts. In October, 2020, it was the premiere episode of ABC's primetime series, "The Con," hosted by Whoopi Goldberg. In February, 2021, it was featured as a two-hour special “True Lies” on ABC's “20/20.”  It has also been featured on BBC's “Outlook” podcast, and is currently the focus of the third season of the hit Wondery podcast “Dr. Death,” with 7 episodes under the title “Dr. Death: Miracle Man." Benita now uses her personal story of survival to help other women who have been victimized. Too often women feel alone, stupid, and humiliated after realizing they've been conned and Benita is on a mission to end that shame. In this episode we discuss journalism, the art of storytelling, love conned, Berraca, advocacy work, support and community. Website - https://www.benitaalexander.com/ IG - http://www.instagram.com/loveconned FB - https://www.facebook.com/loveconnedstoriesiwithbenitaalexander "There definitely is still a lot of work to do, I think women have come a long way in TV" - 00:05:12 "I'm stronger than I thought, I have a much thicker skin" - 00:37:24 "If I can help even 1 woman feel better about herself" - 01:04:02 Empowerography would like to offer you a discount code to one of our exclusive partners, Quartz & Canary Jewelry & Wellness Co. Please use CODE EMPOWER15 to receive 15% off upon check out at www.quartzandcanary.com. Quartz & Canary is truly the place, where spirituality meets style.

In the latest episode of the Empowerography Podcast, my guest is Benita Alexander. Benita Alexander is an award-winning investigative television producer, showrunner, correspondent, director, writer and narrator who has worked on a wide variety of film and TV programs. She is also the CEO of Berraca Productions, a company she founded to further her advocacy work empowering women who are the survivors of love fraud. Benita is the Executive Producer of the documentary film, “He Lied About Everything,” which premiered in the U.S. on Valentine's Day, 2018 on Investigation Discovery, and continues to be broadcast around the world. This very personal film, which Benita narrates herself, documents how her fairytale romance with a world-renowned surgeon turns into a nightmare. When Benita discovers that her fiance is not who he claims to be, she goes on an emotional journey to unravel a trail of destruction that leaves patients dead and their shattered families in shock. In 2019, the film was nominated in the documentary category for the WIN Awards, Women's Image Network. Benita's story of remarkable resilience and bravery in exposing the lying surgeon she thought she would spend the rest of her life with has since been featured in numerous national and international television, radio shows and podcasts. In October, 2020, it was the premiere episode of ABC's primetime series, "The Con," hosted by Whoopi Goldberg. In February, 2021, it was featured as a two-hour special “True Lies” on ABC's “20/20.”  It has also been featured on BBC's “Outlook” podcast, and is currently the focus of the third season of the hit Wondery podcast “Dr. Death,” with 7 episodes under the title “Dr. Death: Miracle Man." Benita now uses her personal story of survival to help other women who have been victimized. Too often women feel alone, stupid, and humiliated after realizing they've been conned and Benita is on a mission to end that shame. In this episode we discuss journalism, the art of storytelling, love conned, Berraca, advocacy work, support and community. Website - https://www.benitaalexander.com/ IG - http://www.instagram.com/loveconned FB - https://www.facebook.com/loveconnedstoriesiwithbenitaalexander "There definitely is still a lot of work to do, I think women have come a long way in TV" - 00:05:12 "I'm stronger than I thought, I have a much thicker skin" - 00:37:24 "If I can help even 1 woman feel better about herself" - 01:04:02 Empowerography would like to offer you a discount code to one of our exclusive partners, Quartz & Canary Jewelry & Wellness Co. Please use CODE EMPOWER15 to receive 15% off upon check out at www.quartzandcanary.com. Quartz & Canary is truly the place, where spirituality meets style.

Andemariam Biyene får en plaststrupe inopererad. Kirurgen Paolo Macchiarini lovar att den ska ge förlängt liv. Men det blir stället ett lidande till döden. Nu har dom fallit mot Paolo Macchiarini. Denna vecka ger P3 Krim hela historien om Macchiarini-skandalen och förklarar varför han till slut dömdes. Vi får bl a höra hans bedragna ex-flickvän Benita Alexander och läkaren och forskaren Kjell Asplund som utrett hela skandalen. Kan juridiken döma för bedräglig sjukvård?Medverkande:*Kjell Asplund, professor emeritus vid Umeå universitet*Björn Hurtig, försvarsadvokat*Benita Alexander, journalist och Macchiarinis före detta*Bosse Lindqvist, journalist SVTProgramledare:Evalisa WallinViktor AhldénProducent: Linus Lindahl Reportrar:  Alexandra SannemalmLjudtekniker: Johan HörnqvistKontakt: p3krim@sverigesradio.se Tipstelefon & Signal: 0734-61 29 15

Paolo Macchiarini has been on a month-long trial in Sweden. Now that prosecution and defense arguments have rested, Laura Beil speaks with Benita Alexander about the final day in court and what to expect in the coming weeks.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Paolo Macchiarini has been on a month-long trial in Sweden. Now that prosecution and defense arguments have rested, Laura Beil speaks with Benita Alexander about the final day in court and what to expect in the coming weeks.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week we are joined by Benita Alexander, the former NBC producer who's fairytale romance with the so called ‘super surgeon' Dr Paolo Macchiarini turned out to be all lies, a scam. Ms Alexander tells her story, how she fell for Macchiarini, the wedding that was to be officiated by the Pope himself, how she ultimately exposed Macchiarini in a stunning turn of events and how she is now working to help empower other women. Ms Alexander is in Stockholm, Sweden covering Macchiarini's trial. He is on trial over experimental windpipe transplants. She shares her thoughts on the trial, the accusations against him, her thoughts on Karolinska Institute's handling of the situation and what she hopes the outcome will be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Esta semana volvemos con más misteros y más dudas que nunca! Ciara nos habla del cirujano Paolo Macchiarini y su historia de amor intenso con Benita Alexander; parecía ser el hombre ideal y un cirujano de renombre, pero su capacidad de manipulación y decepción van más allá. ¿Cómo logró a llegar hasta donde llegó? Yessi nos cuenta la historia misteriosa tras una de las tumbas más grandes del cementerio Pére-Lachaiseei, el mausoleo de Elisabeth Demidoff. ¿Que hay dentro de este mausoleo? ¿Qué especificaciones extrañas incluyó la señora Demidoff en su último testamento? Puedes seguirnos en @LLDMPodcast en Instagram y Twitter o mandarnos un correo a laleydemurphypod@gmail.com. Si puedes compartir el podcast en redes o dejarnos una reseña en cualquier plataforma nos ayudaría muchísimo. Puedes encontrarnos en Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Anchor, iVoox, Overcast y más. ¡Gracias por escuchar!

When journalist Benita Alexander discovers that her fiance, world famous surgeon Dr. Paolo Macchiarini, is a pathological liar, she goes on an investigative mission to unravel his dark secrets and expose the truth about his dangerous, experimental surgeries.  Berraca is a Colombian slang term for a resilient, badass woman who has survived something difficult yet still stands strong. In Episode 1, "BARCELONA SECRETS," Benita chats with two of her closest friends as she reveals what happened when they went on a secret, unplanned visit to her fiance's home in Barcelona.

In Episode 2 of "Benita & The Berracas," journalist Benita Alexander discusses the frightening repercussions of publicly exposing her lying fiance, the so-called "super surgeon," Dr. Paolo Macchiarini. When she receives an ominous threat, Benita even brings in the FBI.

Benita Alexander thinks she's found the perfect surgeon to feature in her documentary: he's charming, talented, and the creator of a groundbreaking surgery that involves implanting biosynthetic organs into his patients. Then Benita falls in love with him. Will she get her fairy tale ending?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Laura Beil sits down to talk with Benita Alexander about breakthroughs, fraud and Paolo Macchiarini. And she asks Benita what lessons she hopes others can learn from her experience.Support us by supporting our sponsors!ADT - Thanks to our presenting sponsor ADT! Get all the latest security upgrades from the largest name in home security by visiting ADT.com today. BetterHelp - Get 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com/DOCTOR.ZipRecruiter - Try ZipRecruiter for free at ziprecruiter.com/death.The Zebra - Visit TheZebra.com/DOCTOR to start comparing quote for free today.Parachute - Go to parachutehome.com/doctor for free shipping and free returns.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Laura Beil sits down to talk with Benita Alexander about breakthroughs, fraud and Paolo Macchiarini. And she asks Benita what lessons she hopes others can learn from her experience.Support us by supporting our sponsors!ADT - Thanks to our presenting sponsor ADT! Get all the latest security upgrades from the largest name in home security by visiting ADT.com today. BetterHelp - Get 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com/DOCTOR.ZipRecruiter - Try ZipRecruiter for free at ziprecruiter.com/death.The Zebra - Visit TheZebra.com/DOCTOR to start comparing quote for free today.Parachute - Go to parachutehome.com/doctor for free shipping and free returns.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bienvenue dans La Leçon, le podcast sur l'art d'échouer. Ce mois-ci, je vous propose un épisode spécial pour vous présenter un autre podcast : Dr LaMort : L'Homme miracle. Une enquête passionnante du studio américain Wondery, partenaire de La Leçon.Dr LaMort : L'homme Miracle raconte la terrible histoire du Dr Paolo Macchiarini, séduisant sociopathe muni d'un scalpel, réputé pour ses interventions chirurgicales capable de sauver des milliers de vies. En préparant une émission sur lui, Benita Alexander, productrice pour la télévision, tombe sous le charme de l'illustre docteur, qui ne tarde pas à lui demander sa main. Mais au même moment, à l'autre bout du monde, quatre médecins d'un institut prestigieux font une découverte glaçante … Vous êtes sur le point d'écouter un aperçu de Dr LaMort : L'homme Miracle. Produit par Wondery et présenté par Isabelle Sempere.Pendant votre écoute, abonnez-vous à Dr LaMort sur Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music ou votre plateforme de podcasts préférée.http://link.wondery.com/DrLaMortExternalFeed_DropsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hey girls, If you're looking for a new true crime podcast that will give you chills - check out Dr. Death Season 3: Miracle Man. OMG YALL. It is the terrifying true story of Dr. Paolo Macchiarini, a charming surgeon who left a trail of bodies behind him. A TRAIL OF BODIES! This season begins with a storybook romance between Benita Alexander and Dr. Paolo Macchiarini. Dr. Macchiarini was a world famous Italian surgeon pioneering a groundbreaking new treatment that could save thousands of lives. They traveled the world together, lavish vacations, romantic getaways, and it wasn't long before he proposed to her and excitedly promised the Clintons, Obamas, and even John Legend would be at their wedding. What Benita didn't know then was that her new fiance would take her to the center of an international medical scandal that would shock the world. Dr. Paolo Macchiarini had lied about everything… and six people would die before she would uncover he wasn't the Miracle Man he made himself out to be. I'm about to play you a preview of Dr. Death Season 3 Miracle Man, but while you're listening make sure to follow Dr. Death Season 3: Miracle Man on Apple Podcasts, or wherever you are listening-- or you can listen right now by subscribing to Wondery Plus in Apple Podcasts or the Wondery App.

Benita Alexander thinks she's found the perfect surgeon to feature in her documentary: he's charming, talented, and the creator of a groundbreaking surgery that involves implanting biosynthetic organs into his patients. Then Benita falls in love with him. Will she get her fairy tale ending?Support us by supporting our sponsors!ADT - Thanks to our presenting sponsor ADT! Get all the latest security upgrades from the largest name in home security by visiting ADT.com today. BetterHelp - Get 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com/DOCTOR.ZipRecruiter - Try ZipRecruiter for free at ziprecruiter.com/death.The Zebra - Visit TheZebra.com/DOCTOR to start comparing quote for free today.Parachute - Go to parachutehome.com/doctor for free shipping and free returns.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Benita Alexander thinks she's found the perfect surgeon to feature in her documentary: he's charming, talented, and the creator of a groundbreaking surgery that involves implanting biosynthetic organs into his patients. Then Benita falls in love with him. Will she get her fairy tale ending?Support us by supporting our sponsors!ADT - Thanks to our presenting sponsor ADT! Get all the latest security upgrades from the largest name in home security by visiting ADT.com today. BetterHelp - Get 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com/DOCTOR.ZipRecruiter - Try ZipRecruiter for free at ziprecruiter.com/death.The Zebra - Visit TheZebra.com/DOCTOR to start comparing quote for free today.Parachute - Go to parachutehome.com/doctor for free shipping and free returns.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dès le début, la relation entre Benita Alexander et Dr Macchiarini semblait sortir tout droit d'un véritable roman d'amour. Cet illustre chirurgien italien à la réputation internationale était à l'origine d'un traitement innovant capable de sauver des milliers de vies. Ils parcoururent le monde à moto, et rapidement, il lui demande sa main en lui promettant que le Pape en personne les unirait.Elle ignorait alors que cette décision la mènerait au cœur d'un scandale médical d'envergure internationale qui secouerait le monde. Dr Paolo Macchiarini avait menti sur toute la ligne… Et 12 personnes mourraient avant qu'elle ne réalise qu'il n'était pas l'homme Miracle qu'elle pensait.Vous êtes sur le point d'écouter un aperçu de Dr LaMort : L'homme Miracle. Pendant votre écoute, abonnez-vous à Dr LaMort sur Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music ou la plateforme que vous utilisez en ce moment.Vous pouvez consulter notre politique de confidentialité sur https://art19.com/privacy ainsi que la notice de confidentialité de la Californie sur https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Desde el comienzo, la relación de Benita Alexander con el Dr. Macchiarini parecía sacada de una novela romántica. Él era un famoso cirujano italiano de nivel internacional, precursor de un nuevo tratamiento que podría salvar miles de vidas. Viajaban por el mundo con su motocicleta, y pasó mucho para que él le propusiera matrimonio con la promesa de que el mismísimo Papa los casaría.Lo que ella no sabía en ese momento es que esa decisión la llevaría al centro de un escándalo médico internacional que estremeció al mundo. El Dr. Paolo Macchiarini había mentido sobre todo… y doce personas morirían antes de que ella se diera cuenta de que no era el hombre milagroso que ella creía.Estás a punto de escuchar un avance sobre el Dr. Muerte: El Hombre Milagroso. Mientras escuches, suscríbete a Dr. Muerte en Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music o donde sea que estés escuchando ahora."See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dès le début, la relation entre Benita Alexander et Dr Macchiarini semblait sortir tout droit d'un véritable roman d'amour. Cet illustre chirurgien italien à la réputation internationale était à l'origine d'un traitement innovant capable de sauver des milliers de vies. Ils parcoururent le monde à moto, et rapidement, il lui demande sa main en lui promettant que le Pape en personne les unirait.Elle ignorait alors que cette décision la mènerait au cœur d'un scandale médical d'envergure internationale qui secouerait le monde. Dr Paolo Macchiarini avait menti sur toute la ligne… Et 12 personnes mourraient avant qu'elle ne réalise qu'il n'était pas l'homme Miracle qu'elle pensait. Vous êtes sur le point d'écouter un aperçu de Dr LaMort : L'homme Miracle. Pendant votre écoute, abonnez-vous à Dr LaMort sur Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music ou la plateforme que vous utilisez en ce moment.Vous pouvez consulter notre politique de confidentialité sur https://art19.com/privacy ainsi que la notice de confidentialité de la Californie sur https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

O início do relacionamento entre Benita Alexander e o Dr. Macchiarini parecia algo tirado das páginas de um romance. Um cirurgião italiano mundialmente famoso e pioneiro em um novo tratamento que poderia salvar milhares de vidas. O casal viajou o mundo de moto, e não demorou muito para ele pedir a mão da moça em casamento, prometendo que o próprio Papa realizaria a cerimônia.Benita não sabia que essa decisão a colocaria no centro de um escândalo médico internacional que chocaria o mundo. O Dr. Paolo Macchiarini mentiu sobre tudo, e 12 pessoas morreram até Benita perceber que ele não era quem ela pensava que fosse.Você está prestes a ouvir a prévia do Dr. Morte: O Homem dos Milagres. Enquanto estiver ouvindo, inscreva-se no Dr. Morte no Apple Podcasts, no Amazon Music ou onde quer que você esteja ouvindo agora.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Benita Alexander is instantly drawn to Dr. Paolo Macchiarini's ability to perform life-changing surgeries for his struggling patients. What she doesn't know is that he will change her life, too. As Benita crosses professional lines, she learns how far Paolo will go to protect his secrets. And the doctors who work with him begin to ask whether his scientific research is actually more in the realm of science fiction. From Wondery comes the third season of the hit podcast, Dr. Death. MIRACLE MAN tells the story of a surgeon who seduces the world of medicine across multiple continents, and sweeps one woman off her feet while turning her world upside down. Hosted by Laura Beil.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Benita Alexander is instantly drawn to Dr. Paolo Macchiarini's ability to perform life-changing surgeries for his struggling patients. What she doesn't know is that he will change her life, too. As Benita crosses professional lines, she learns how far Paolo will go to protect his secrets. And the doctors who work with him begin to ask whether his scientific research is actually more in the realm of science fiction. From Wondery comes the third season of the hit podcast, Dr. Death. MIRACLE MAN tells the story of a surgeon who seduces the world of medicine across multiple continents, and sweeps one woman off her feet while turning her world upside down. Hosted by Laura Beil.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hosts Jen O'Neill Smith and Sally Brooks begin the episode with quickies about some dumb dumb couples (and a guy who does something so gross that it makes Jen legit cringe).  Jen tells the true crime story of Benita Alexander and Paolo Macchiarini and Sally shares the heartwarming stories of friendship and love from Tia Wimbush and Susan Ellis. They end the episode talking about things that are dumb (no real vacation and sleeping in the same room as a 5 year old) and things they love (Chattanooga, TN and "The Postscript Murders" by Elly Griffiths). See pictures from this episode! Contact Dumb Love  dumblovepod@gmail.com Follow Dumb Love: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter dumblovepodcast.com

A fake wedding, a double life and forged documents. In 2013 investigative journalist Benita Alexander was making a documentary about 'super-surgeon' Paolo Macchiarini and his pioneering synthetic organ transplants. The pair quickly fell in love and Benita was swept into a whirlwind romance. Paolo proposed, but the fairytale soon began to unravel when she discovered that the extravagant star-studded wedding he told her he was planning was all a lie. But the fake wedding was just the beginning... Get in touch: outlook@bbc.com Presenter: Andrea Kennedy Producer: Mariana Des Forges Picture: Paolo Macchiarini and Benita Alexander Credit: Courtesy Benita Alexander, Instagram @loveconned

A fake wedding, a double life and forged documents. In 2013 investigative journalist Benita Alexander was making a documentary about 'super-surgeon' Paolo Macchiarini and his pioneering synthetic organ transplants. The pair quickly fell in love and Benita was swept into a whirlwind romance. Paolo proposed, but the fairytale soon began to unravel when she discovered that the extravagant star-studded wedding he told her he was planning was all a lie. But the fake wedding was just the beginning... Get in touch: outlook@bbc.com Presenter: Andrea Kennedy Producer: Mariana Des Forges Picture: Paolo Macchiarini and Benita Alexander Credit: Courtesy Benita Alexander, Instagram @loveconned

This week the Glitter Girls discuss lies and the trauma caused by being lied to.  Are you ready to hear some crazy stories?!?!  Grab a glass of wine & join Christina and Juli as they dish about this topic.References:GooglePsychology Today20/20 Season 43 episode 13- True Lieshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yiZIbErDfRI

A rich and inpiring conversation with Yvette Bodden, author and founder of Awakened-Woman As the founder and author behind Awakened-Woman, a digital platform designed to inspire and invigorate females, author Yvette Bodden writes with endless empathy. In just two years, AW has amassed tens of thousands of followers, thanks to a combined 500+ articles centered around celebrity profiles, relationships, love, abuse, motherhood and Latino culture, infused with a signature blend of her pragmatism and compassion. In 2021, she was named one of the “Bella Bosses We Admire” by Bella Magazine. Yvette's words have also appeared on The Best Holistic Life Magazine, Thrive Global, media maven Arianna Huffington's portal dedicated to ending the global stress and burnout epidemic, and BELatina News, where she profiles celebrities like Latin Grammy Award-winner Luis Fonsi, television actor, Joe Minoso and ABC's "The Baker and the Beauty, actress, Nathalie Kelly. Since 2020, as part of the AW Empowerment Series, she has interviewed Alexandra Garcia, Google, Jeimy Osorio, Actress & Singer, Heather Fink, CEO & Founder, The Sexiest Beauty, Novi Parker, Actress, Tyler Perry's Sistas, Amelia Moran Ceja, President, Ceja Vineyards, Kara Goldin, Founder & CEO, Hint Water, Author of WSJ Bestseller, “Undaunted,” Maria Trusa, CEO, Forme Medical Center & Urgent Care, Shayla Rivera, NASA Rocket Scientist / Comedian, Benita Alexander, Journalist, Julissa Prado, CEO & Founder, Rizos Curls, Nathalie Kelly, Actress, Alexa Ray, Canadian Recording Artist, Vanessa Coppes, CEO, Bella Magazine, Lois Robbins, Actress from TV Land's hit show Younger, Lisa Vidal for AW, Actress from The Baker and the Beauty and BET's Being Mary Jane, Nikki Boyer, Actress, 3-Time Emmy winning Media Personality and Host, Dying for Sex Podcast, as well as Christina Vidal Mitchell, Actress, ABC's United We Fall. Her debut book, A Journey to Becoming the Best Self (Black Rose Writing)—part memoir and part prescriptive nonfiction, inspired by Yvette's own post-divorce path from devastation to joy—was published in 2019, and received praise from The U.S. Review of Books. As a single mother based in New York City—a metropolis she credits for her open mind-- Yvette regularly channels her own growth experiences, she has contributed to outlets like SmartCoparent and DivorceHub.com that focus on personal crises. Ultimately, Yvette's writing, which seeks to empower and encourage women searching for personalized definitions of success, is an effort to build strong communities through vulnerable and powerful storytelling. Website: https://awakened-woman.com/ Instagram: @womanawakened Facebook: AWinspires Twitter: @womanawakened --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/maria-leonard-olsen/support

Praying for Meghan & Harry, Claudia Conway on American Idol, Drew says goodbye to his Phoenix house, Bill Gates' carbon footprint, The Lady & the Dale, Fred Durst's team photo, and Drew wants more apologies.Texas is getting assaulted by mother nature.Drew's house in Phoenix is for sale. He's very sad.Royal News: Harry and Meghan's stupid photo is the biggest story in the world. More importantly, Harry has bunions. Oprah has landed the coveted sit down interview for CBS in primetime, and GMA wants the unborn baby to be president.A Bachelor nation BOMBSHELL as Chris Harrison has to step aside for showing empathy while "defending a racist".Janet Jackson's album 'Control' is #1 on iTunes (with a lot of qualifiers) because Justin Timberlake apologized for exposing her breast 17 years ago. Drew rolls through the current Top 200 albums and all the best sellers are the old sellers.Bill Gates popped up on 60 Minutes and it's totally fine for him to pollute the world because he's super rich.Olivia Wilde has moved in with Harry Styles. Jason Sudeikis is the new Brian Austin Green.Speaking of which, Machine Gun Kelly wears Megan Fox's blood around his neck.Fred Durst really took advantage of his fame in a really short time by nailing every major female star in his orbit.Michael McDowell won the Daytona 500, but all the headlines were about Bubba Wallace.Breaking News: Emmy award winner Thomas Markle comments on a red head knocking up his daughter Meghan.Marc apologizes for recommending The Lady and the Dale on HBO as the first two episodes were much better than the final two episodes.Perez Hilton is sorry for being mean to Britney Spears 18 years ago.Drew tells the sad tale of former NFL'er (and Canadian) Tommy Kane.Trudi hates Benita Alexander from 20/20 more than we did yesterday.Claudia Conway is the new star of American Idol.The Lincoln Project is falling apart. A dude from Romeo rocked a keytar and sold his jacket to Katy Perry.We go through the artists who have not done the Super Bowl Halftime Show.Warde Manuel got a 5-year extension from the University of Michigan apparently just for hiring Juwan Howard.Adrian Peterson wants to play football until he's 40 to beat Emmitt Smith's records and make money. Pacman Jones has been arrested... again, but it totally wasn't his fault.Former NFL wide receiver, Vincent Jackson, has died.A body has been found in the parking lot of the Belle Tire in Troy.Shawn King's going to challenge Larry King's will.Get your tickets for Larry Flynt's funeral today!Pamela Anderson is super serious about being off of social media.David Boring-Anus has finally broken his silence to speak out about Joss Whedon.Courtney Love got the COVID vaccine for some reason. Snooki has Coronavirus. They both have gonorrhea.California and Florida have taken different routes on Coronavirus but have the same outcome.Let's all take a moment to remember that "Let's Get It Started" by The Black Eyed Peas was originally "Let's Get Retarded".Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter (Drew and Mike Show, Marc Fellhauer, Trudi Daniels and BranDon).

Happy V-Day, Warren's defecation investigation, Impeachment II, WRIF's 50th anniversary, Fan Controlled Football, canceling Joss Whedon, Gina Carano's new gig, Drew Crime, and John Spotify is not happy with Meghan Markle.Happy Valentine's Day.WRIF celebrated their 50th Anniversary with a bunch of former personalities and celebrities. At least Kid Rock knows what the best part of WRIF's history.Michigan basketball is fun to watch. Michigan State basketball is fun to watch if you're Iowa.Tim Tebow is still chasing his baseball dream. He's 33 and a career .222 hitter.Trevor Lawrence's "showder" hurts already.Chris Doyle got to be the director of sports performance for the Jacksonville Jaguars for 1 day before people remember why Iowa paid him off to leave the university.Chris Harrison's apology was not enough. He must step away from Bachelor Nation.Drew Crime: 48 Hours featured the story of Fotis Dulos; while 20/20 was all about Benita Alexander and Paolo Macchiarini's love story.The Doctors is toxic.Former President Trump was found not guilty, but the ratings were garbage.Lindsey Graham wants to impeach Kamala Harris.SNL took on the impeachment trial, but still no Hunter Biden jokes.Lorraine Grohs wants an apology from Tom Brady right now as she makes the Super Bowl (trophy) all about her.The Gorilla Glue girl is giving back.TJ Ducklo will destroy you if you report on his relationships and then he'll get fired.Kamala Harris' niece has been told to stop trying to monetize her aunt.Joe Biden likes Mario Kart.Gina Carano and Ben Shapiro are teaming up for a huge blockbuster.Twitter wants Alyson Hannigan and David Boring-anus to comment on Joss Whedon right NOW. Tony Head is "gutted" because he wasn't aware of something that allegedly happened.The Marilyn Manson debacle continued on through the weekend.Meghan Markle is knocked up again. Spotify must be wondering when their second podcast episode will drop.Dr. Disgusto has been spotted in Warren taking dumps in random cars.Justin Timberlake is super sorry for things that happened years and years ago.David Letterman has not commented on his mean 8-year-old interview with Lindsay Lohan.The Fan Controlled Football League features Johnny Manziel and looks like NFL Blitz.Michael Wilbon is not Jason Whitlock. Anyway, Whitlock has left Outkick the Coverage.Paulina Porizkova is STILL crying about Ric Ocasek not giving her money. Even though she made 10 million on the same of the house they owned together.Phil Collins' ex-wife is still selling all of his garbage.Claudia Conway is the star of American Idol... promos.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter (Drew and Mike Show, Marc Fellhauer, Trudi Daniels and BranDon).

Dr Paolo Macchiarini, was considered the "Super Surgeon" as Benita Alexander was set to marry him in July of 2015.  But "He Lied About Everything" as she launched a documentary about her insane journey. Check out the documentary here

Benita Alexander is a well-trained reporter for a National TV show and she was doing her work but her heart ruled her head when it came to a love affair and engagement that rocked her world. How can you tell if your in-person/online “love” is a con man? What can you do once you discover he's a con? How do you trust a man again after being conned? It's time to Stand Up & Speak Up about something that we're hiding because there is someone sitting beside you that needs to hear YOUR story. This show is sponsored by BenfoComplete.com, a business based upon the goal of living a better life for those with neuropathy. Here's to happy and healthy hands and feet – use discount code “standup” for 5% OFF your every order!

This week, join Keegan, Christina and Cassi for another live show in North Hollywood, CA! The girls dish on the dating app for your sign, they play f@%k, marry, kill with an audience suggestion of Game of Thrones and share the most cringeworthy dating stories. The girls wrap it up with a Crazy in Love story about the ultimate catfishing of Benita Alexander.     Check out our website:    http://www.myworstdatepodcast.com     Featuring links to our social media, live show tickets, our Patreon page and to contact us with your stories and questions!      AUDIBLE:        http://www.audibletrial.com/myworstdate        ONE HOPE wine 30% off listener special:        bit.ly/worstdatepodcastwine

Benita Alexander is Vice President of Production/Director at Efran Films, where she manages the production of a wide variety of film, TV and digital projects. Her documentary film, ‘He Lied About Everything’, produced by Efran Films and Investigation Discovery, premiered in the U.S. in February 2018, and is now being broadcast around the world. Benita was also the Co-Executive Producer and narrator for the 2016 TLC documentary ‘Breaking the Silence’. Prior to this, Benita spent 17 years in network television, producing long-form documentaries, breaking news, investigations, specials and hard news features for NBC. Her multiple awards include: Edward R. Murrow, 2 Emmys, 7 Emmy nominations, Alfred I. duPont-Columbia, NABJ and Sigma Delta Chi.

Benita Alexander joins Karen and Ashley to talk about her upcoming true crime documentary He Lied About Everything. Here intimate details of this fairy tale romance took a devastating turn.