Podcasts about Last Hours

Verne Troyer, the much-loved diminutive star, adored by millions who played Dr. Evil's pint-sized sidekick, Mini-Me in the hugely successful Austin Powers franchise died at the tender age of 49. His death was ruled as a suicide, attributed to alcohol intoxication. But was his death really a suicide or a tragic accident? World renowned forensic pathologist, Dr. Michael Hunter, investigates all the medical evidence to unravel the truth behind Verne Troyer's tragical early death, to uncover some startling revelations.

On May 8th 2020, the entertainment world was rocked by the news that legendary Las Vegas illusionist Roy Horn had become a victim to the coronavirus pandemic. As one half of Siegfried and Roy, he was the animal-tamer who helped re-invent the magic act as multi-million-dollar spectacle. It was during a traumatic childhood in post-war Germany that Roy developed a unique ability to communicate with animals. In partnership with budding magician Siegfried, he took his talent to the stage – and the pair developed a live act that starred cheetahs, lions and tigers. They went from touring the clubs of Europe - to scoring their own headline residency as the hottest act in Vegas. They performed over 30,000 shows, becoming one of the most successful live acts of all time – and the official ‘Magicians of the Century'. But in 2003 tragedy struck – when Roy was mauled onstage and almost killed by one of his tigers. He was left permanently paralysed – but his strength to survive and recover from the incident was heralded as close to miraculous. Then, at the age of 75, he died from complications due to coronavirus. It's a highly contagious disease, but has a low mortality rate – and 94 per cent of those who die have at least one other pre-existing health condition. So what made Roy's infection turn fatal? World renowned forensic pathologist, Dr. Michael Hunter needs to analyze every detail in the limited available information to piece together what else was going on in his body to find the answers.

Cassandra Clare is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate the release of the newest edition of the "The Last Hours" series, "Chain of Thornes". This book shows Cornelia Carstairs attempting to save the city of London and her personal life. In today's episode, Cassandra talks about how she started writing novels, what having a strong female protagonist means to her, and why books help kids to see the world from other points of view. Click here to visit Cassandra's website - https://cassandraclare.com/  Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com 

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 563 With Cassandra Clare The Author Of Chain Of Thorns James and Cordelia must save London—and their marriage—in this thrilling and highly anticipated conclusion to the Last Hours series. Cordelia Carstairs has lost everything that matters to her. In only a few short weeks, she has seen her father murdered, her plans to become parabatai with her best friend, Lucie, destroyed, and her marriage to James Herondale crumble before her eyes. Even worse, she is now bound to an ancient demon, Lilith, stripping her of her power as a Shadowhunter. After fleeing to Paris with Matthew Fairchild, Cordelia hopes to forget her sorrows in the city's glittering nightlife. But reality intrudes when shocking news comes from home. Cordelia returns to a London riven by chaos and dissent. , If Cordelia and her friends are going to save their city—and their families—they will have to muster their courage, swallow their pride, and trust one another again. For if they fail, they may lose everything—even their souls.

Jerry Lewis was still working into his nineties, up until just a few months before his death. But 75 years in the limelight took its toll on this comic legend. His body paid the price for his knockabout clown image, which centred around elaborate pratfalls, when he suffered a serious back injury in his early thirties which caused a lifetime of chronic pain, and led to an addiction to opioid painkillers. He was a heavy smoker for more than 40 years and the Doctors discovered congenital heart issues when he was just a teenager. He died at the age of 91 of cardiac disease. However, world-renowned forensic pathologist Dr Michael Hunter doesn't think this is the whole story. He needs to delve deep into Jerry Lewis' records to discover whether there was, in fact, something else going on in Jerry's body that contributed to his eventual demise.

After more than TWO YEARS, Cassie Clare has finally released the third book in her Last Hours trilogy!! We have been anxiously anticipating this read and, well, let's just say: We. Have. THOUGHTS. Buckle up, grab a snack because the takes are hot and the giggles are flowing. *SPOILERS for the entire Last Hours trilogy & some possible Infernal Devices trilogy spoilers* IG: flightsoffantasy Website: flightsoffantasypodcast.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/flightsoffantasypodcast/support

On September 4th 2006 Australian zookeeper and wildlife expert Steve Irwin was tragically killed while filming an underwater documentary on the Great Barrier Reef. Steve had won global notoriety as the ‘Crocodile Hunter', handling deadly snakes, toxic reptiles, and apex predators on programmes watched by an estimated worldwide audience of 500 million. But the world was shocked to learn that, at the age of just 44, the seemingly invincible conservationist, had been killed by a creature not known for being aggressive or dangerous – a stingray. Now, world renowned forensic pathologist Dr. Michael Hunter is investigating what led one of the world's most iconic wildlife experts to be killed by an otherwise docile animal?

On September 4th 2006 Australian zookeeper and wildlife expert Steve Irwin was tragically killed while filming an underwater documentary on the Great Barrier Reef. Steve had won global notoriety as the ‘Crocodile Hunter', handling deadly snakes, toxic reptiles, and apex predators on programmes watched by an estimated worldwide audience of 500 million. But the world was shocked to learn that, at the age of just 44, the seemingly invincible conservationist, had been killed by a creature not known for being aggressive or dangerous – a stingray. Now, world renowned forensic pathologist Dr. Michael Hunter is investigating what led one of the world's most iconic wildlife experts to be killed by an otherwise docile animal?

On July 3 2012, Americans were saddened by the death of Andy Griffith. Andy was notoriously private, and very little is known about what happened, or the state of his health in the last few years of his life. Dr Hunter will be analysing every detail in the available information, to piece together what led to his demise. In a career spanning almost seventy years, he had charmed audiences as an actor, comedian and recording artist. But it was his performance as Sheriff Andy Taylor, in The Andy Griffith Show, that catapulted him into the hearts of Americans everywhere. Beloved for this character's gentle kindness and good humour, audiences believed he was their friend and father figure. But the public perception of Andy was at odds with who he was. Friends recall a Jekyll and Hyde personality and a man who became increasingly reclusive. Andy's death certificate states that he died as a result of a heart attack, after years of suffering from other illnesses. Dr Hunter's investigation builds up a picture of a man whose private habits and behaviours left him susceptible to heart disease in multiple ways. Though his death, at 86, may not have come as a surprise, what did raise eyebrows was the fact that he was buried in the grounds of his home within four and a half hours of the 911 call alerting the emergency services that he was unresponsive. As part of his investigation Dr Hunter will uncover whether this bears any significance on the manner in which he died.

A Kate Spade handbag has been one of the world's most desired fashion accessories. Kate was the fun-loving and exuberant fashion journalist who created an international fashion empire. Despite no formal design training, she mocked up her first handbags from tracing paper. Then, she and husband Andy, took those designs, and created a fledgling business. They grew from their small Manhattan apartment to stores and offices worldwide. They expanded from handbags to shoes, women's wear, accessories and stationary. In 2006 they sold the company and settled down to have a family. But Kate also nursed a secret. She was prone to anxiety and depression. Her mental health deteriorated to the point that, she took her own life by hanging on June 6th 2018. She died in her apartment alone, aged 55. It was a tragic end to a life, and all the more tragic as it was preventable. Now, in this heartfelt and empathetic episode, forensic pathologist Dr. Michael Hunter investigates the mystery of Kate's darkness that caused her to end it all.

On March 4th, 2019, the much-loved actor Luke Perry died after suffering a massive, and totally unexpected, stroke. He was just 52 years old. Born in an Ohio backwater, Luke learned to appreciate the simple things in life, but his desire to escape small-town living took him to California. There, after years scraping a living, Luke hit the big time when he landed the role of bad-boy Dylan McKay in the hit teen TV series ‘Beverly Hills 90210'. Idolised by millions around the world, Luke never succumbed to his celebrity status. A humble, generous & talented actor, who loved a quiet family life, Luke was far from a ‘live hard, die young' cliché. Dr. Michael Hunter uses Luke's Death certificate and first-hand accounts of Luke's life to uncover the mystery behind what may have caused his death.

Ron recognizes the power of women and the weakness of men. He also is being forced to attend a home show, where he will be attacked by salespeople...... Guest: Author Cassandra Clare about the release of "Chain Of Thorns", the final book in her Last Hours trilogy

Sir Roger Moore died of liver cancer in 2017 at the age of 89. The famously modest and unassuming British actor had been many people's favourite James Bond. Where Sean Connery had played 007 straight, Roger had played him for laughs. He'd identified the joke at the heart of the role – James Bond, the secret agent so familiar that everybody knows his favourite drink. For Roger Moore, Bond was a parody or he was nothing. But Roger's swashbuckling, devil-may-care Bond had belied a life of serious health problems. He was not as robust as the movie image of indestructibility suggested. Roger's life story read like a medical textbook with major ailments at every turn. It had started with near terminal double-pneumonia at the age of five – the doctor had told his father he'd be back in the morning with a death certificate. The son of a south London policeman, Roger had been forced to reinvent himself at RADA - the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art – after being told that his cockney accent wouldn't do. This, coupled with his father's advice to remember that success might be short lived fostered in him a sense of life's precariousness. His international standard hypochondria and almost pathological self-deprecation were the consequence. His critics described his acting as wooden and shallow and deep down, he probably agreed with them. But as his friend, Sir Michael Caine says, making it look easy is the hardest thing. Sir Roger had made friends wherever he had gone, and long before the end of his life had been elevated to the status of National Treasure without ever quite understanding how. World-renowned forensic pathologist Dr Michael Hunter analyses the details of this fascinating case to unearth the truth behind Sir Roger Moore's death. He had suffered years of ill health and fought three different types of cancer but had somehow made it to the age of 89. Maybe there had been more 007 in Sir Roger Moore than he had let on.

On Christmas Day 1995, Dean Martin, nicknamed the “King of Cool”, died at the age of 78, leaving behind a five decade legacy in music, movies, and television. Dean Martin started life in the limelight as a crooner in local bars and clubs, but quickly shot to international stardom as a singer, releasing over 30 albums, and even knocking The Beatles off the top spot in the charts with his hit rendition of “Everybody Loves Somebody Sometimes.” He started his acting character as one half of the comedy duo, “Martin and Lewis” with Jerry Lewis, but after 10 years he cut ties and decided to go it alone. He subsequently starred in more than 40 movies, from Westerns with John Wayne to Oceans 11 with Frank Sinatra and Sammy Davis Junior, with whom he would join forces in movies, on stage and television. The press dubbed them “The Rat Pack”. Dean went on to host his very own TV show, “The Dean Martin Show”, which earned him a Golden Globe award for Best Male Television Star. But 50 years in the limelight took its toll on this popular entertainer. He chain smoked his whole life and was a drinking man, even using alcohol as a prop for a convincing “drunky” stage persona. However, one tragic moment in 1987 would see Dean Martin's life unravel. During the last 8 years of his life his alcohol intake spiralled out of control and he became dependent on opioid painkillers. He died at the age 78 of respiratory arrest. As a lifelong smoker he developed Emphysema and later, lung cancer. However, world renowned forensic pathologist, Dr Michael Hunter doesn't think this is the whole story. He needs to delve deep into Dean Martin's records to discover whether there was, in fact, something else going on in Dean's body that contributed to his eventual demise.

On May 14th 1998 the world was saddened by news that the singer and actor Frank Sinatra had died. Arguably the most popular entertainer of the 20th century, he had been at the forefront of the american consciousness for 60 years by the time of his death from heart attack. He overcame birth trauma and a chaotic and lonely childhood to win the hearts of people around the world with his emotional delivery of songs, and his charismatic performances on screen. A heart-throb, Frank was the embodiment of sex appeal, but that didn't mean he escaped the traumas of love. His second marriage to Ava Gardner ended following infidelity, and several suicide attempts by Frank. At around this time in his life he started drinking Jack Daniels, a habit which would result in a decades long alcohol dependency. He also smoked and had a famously short temper. When he died at age 82 of a heart attack, the causes of his heart failure appeared transparent. But Dr Michael Hunter believes that Frank's fate was far from inevitable, and that there was an event in Frank's life which could have caused him to turn his life around.

On May 15th 2003, June Carter Cash died in a Nashville hospital following complications from heart surgery. A devoted wife and mother, June's life in the limelight was not without its troubles. Despite her enormous success as a country music artist, it was her tumultuous 35 year marriage to country superstar Johnny Cash that dominated her life. In this episode, renowned forensic pathologist Dr Michael Hunter analyses June's records and first hand accounts to determine exactly how she died.

In the supersized world of pro-wrestling, Randy “Macho Man” Savage was one of the most muscular, the most daring and most intensely competitive in and out of the ring. Famed for his aggressive demeanour, his colourful outfits and incredible stunts, he was regarded as one of the greatest pro-wrestling showmen to have ever lived. To his fans, he appeared incredibly fit and in-dominatable. But in 2011, following a terrifying loss of consciousness at the wheel of his Jeep forcing the vehicle into oncoming traffic and into a tree, they were shocked to learn that it was a massive heart attack that ended his life at the age of just 58. So did Randy's athleticism and physical prowess come at a price ? With the help of medical reports and first hand testimony from those who knew him well, world renowned Forensic Pathologist, Dr.Michael Hunter explores Randy's life story and 30 years in the pro-wrestling spotlight to uncover a shocking medical history in which Randy piled pressure after pressure on his increasingly battle-weary heart.

At 09:50am on August 16, 2018 Aretha Franklin tragically died, aged 76. Aretha will endure as one of the world's greatest ever vocalists, who entertained us for over 50 years with her unique brand of gospel, soul and pop music. Her genius reached into many diverse genres of music, and she wrote and produced some of the most enduring classics of modern times, setting the bar for modern vocalists. Renowned for her generosity, Aretha stood for civil rights worldwide, and gave voice to the struggles of millions of people. A fiercely private woman, Aretha overcame her own childhood trauma and had to face tragedy and heartbreak throughout her life as she battled with booze, cigarettes and her diet. Aretha was always a fighter, and she bravely resisted the rare but treatable cancer that finally took her life. So how did she come to have this fatal disease? Dr Michael Hunter, world renowned medical examiner, will investigate and analyse all the available evidence.

Happy 2nd Birthday ACOFAE! "How are you celebrating" you ask? Who doesn't love a little reflection and introspection on their birthday? Let's make all those life experiences from the past year work for once. Join ACOFAE as we celebrate turning 2 by taking a look back and reevaluating an episode from the past year. Laura Marie and Jessica Marie surprise each other with their choices and surprise each other even more with their picks for favorite episode of the year. ACOFAE doesn't toot our own horn but there were some amazing episodes to choose from. It's ACOFAE'S party and they can cry if they want to, you can cry too. *Please note that everytime Laura Marie says We Hunt the Flame, she means We Free the Stars. She's sorry. TW / CW: Abortion, substance abuse For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/ Spoilers: Weetzie Bat, We Hunt the Flame, We Free the Stars, HOSAB Mentions: Shadowhunters Academy, Euphoria, Daughters of the Moon, Game of Thrones, House of the Dragon, The Cruel Prince, Priory of the Orange Tree, King of Battle and Blood, Shatter Me, Harry Potter, HOSAB, The Demon Tide, ACOSF, The Stolen Heir, The Last Hours, City of Brass, House of Harlow *Thank you for listening to us! Please subscribe and leave a 5 star review and follow us on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/acofaepodcast/) and on our TikToks! TikTok: ACOFAELaura : Laura Marie (https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaelaura?) ( https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaelaura) ACOFAEJessica : Jessica Marie (https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica?) (https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica)

On January 5, 1998, Congressman Sonny Bono died, after crashing head-first into a tree on a family skiing vacation. Born in Detroit to Italian parents, Sonny was the visionary behind the iconic pop duo & Tv stars, Sonny & Cher. After an acrimonious split from Cher, Sonny, a born risk-taker, never looked back. He went from bit-part actor, to restaurateur, to Mayor of Palm Springs and eventually a highly-regarded Republican Congressman. There were no witnesses to Sonny's fatal accident, so in this episode, world-renowned forensic pathologist Dr. Michael Hunter uses Death Investigation reports alongside first-hand accounts of Sonny's life to discover what may have caused the 62-year-old expert skier to lose control and crash.

On the afternoon of June 29th, 1978, Hogan's Heroes star Bob Crane's body was discovered bludgeoned to death. He was just two weeks away from his 50th birthday. The nation was stunned. Bob Crane's autopsy report stated he died from a blunt force impact to the left temporal scalp that caused massive bleeding and brain injury. There was also a ligature tied around his neck used to strangle him. His murderer has never been found. Forensic Pathologist Dr Michael Hunter reopens one of Hollywood's most famous cold cases, examining over 700 pages of original police reports together with crime scene photographs and video to try and work out who would have wanted Bob dead. Some believe his brutal divorce battle had something to do with it, others that the mob had got to him, but everyone agreed Bob's addiction to sex and filming his own sex tapes had something to do with it. Police found his apartment crammed full of cameras, lights and editing equipment and quickly assumed that one of his tripods was the murder weapon as it was missing from the scene. Their attention quickly turned to John Carpenter, a home video salesman, who had introduced Bob to the new technology and who featured in several of Bob's sex tapes. He had fled the scene on the morning of the murder, and when the police found blood in John's rental car, and then tested it and found it belonged to the same rare blood group as Bob's, they believed they had their man. But it would take another 16 years to bring him to trial, when prosecutors believed that new techniques in DNA testing would prove the blood was Bob's. Carpenter protested his innocence throughout. Why would he kill his best friend? But if it wasn't Carpenter who was it? A jealous boyfriend or husband? A spurned lover? Could advancements in DNA testing today provide answers?

On February 18th 2001, Dale Earnhardt Sr, one of the greatest drivers in Nascar history and an icon of the sport, was tragically killed on the last lap of the Daytona 500. Across a glittering 27 year career Dale won a record equalling 7 world championships with 76 Nascar Cup Series races wins along the way including the sports biggest prize, the Daytona 500 in 1998. His mix of salt-of-the-earth southern charm off the track and aggressive racing style on it, won him millions of adoring fans. But in 2001, with little left to achieve in the sport and aged 49, rumours spread that he was looking to the next chapter in his career. He now had his own team, Dale Earnhardt inc, with his son Dale Jr. lining up on the track beside him. But before the next chapter in the Dale Earnhardt story could be written, disaster struck. With just two turns of the race remaining, his car was involved in a collision with two others, forcing him head on into the retaining wall travelling at almost 160 mph. So what really happened that day? Did years of prioritising winning over safety cause Dale to take one too many risks? Was his aging body carrying an injury or condition that day that had diminished his ability to drive? Was a mysterious threat, buried deep in his past, still hanging over him? Or was Dale's mind elsewhere, as he drove not to win, but to secure his legacy? In this episode of ‘Autopsy: The last hours of', using medical records, crash investigation reports and first hand testimony of people involved in the tragic events, world renowned forensic pathologist Dr. Michael Hunter investigates.

On June 8th 2018, the world was stunned by the news that award-winning writer and TV presenter, Anthony Bourdain had taken his own life. He was the punk rock chef who found fame as the hip new face of food and travel television. After 25 years of toiling in the restaurant business, living pay check-to-pay check and battling drug addictions, Anthony's sudden success came in his early 40s, when his memoir ‘Kitchen Confidential' lifted the lid on the hidden world of New York restaurant kitchens. The book was a best-seller and Anthony's mix of streetwise cool, no-nonsense smarts and restless creativity made him a perfect fit for television. A new life outside the kitchen beckoned, and Anthony spent the best part of 20 years filming his global travels, seeking out food, culture and conversation. His hit shows included No Reservations, The Layover and Parts Unknown – the winner of seven Emmy Awards – and his career was at on all-time high. But suddenly, at the age of 61, he hung himself in his hotel room, while filming in France. So what happened? World renowned forensic pathologist, Dr. Michael Hunter needs to analyse every detail in the limited available information to piece together what exactly caused the well-loved TV host to take his own life.

Best known as Carol Brady of the Brady Bunch, the world mourned the passing of Florence Henderson in November of 2016. Florence was an incredibly talented stage and screen actress with a career that lasted over 60 years. Her success was driven from overcoming a childhood of extreme poverty that kept her driven to work hard until the very end. Was her determination and never exhausting work ethic lead to her sudden death? Like what you hear and want more true crime and mystery? Go to https://www.reelz.com/podcasts/

Alan Thicke left Canada for Hollywood at age 23, but really hit his stride as America's Favorite Dad after 7 years on the successful family sitcom “Growing Pains.” Thicke's passion for ice hockey kept him active and fit, yet he died at just 69 of a ruptured aorta. So why did someone in such great shape succumb to this very rare condition? Like what you hear and want more true crime and mystery? Go to https://www.reelz.com/podcasts/

One of the most loved Saturday Night Live alums, comedy icon Gilda Radner brought laughter to many. But behind her beloved characters her life was tragically marred by illness and sorrow. From struggles with an eating disorder, multiple miscarriages, and finally succumbing to ovarian cancer at only 42 years old. Why did doctors miss so many opportunities to catch this deadly disease at such a young age? Like what you hear and want more true crime and mystery? Go to https://www.reelz.com/podcasts/

He is known as the father of movie-length animation and creator of some of the most loved characters in the world. But Walt Disney was also an obsessive workaholic who suffered crippling pain. Dr. Michael Hunter leads the investigation into Walt Disney's final days, weeks, and months to find answers to his death at the unexpected age of 65. Like what you hear and want more true crime and mystery? Go to https://www.reelz.com/podcasts/

Join Robert Child for a conversation with author Andrew Dubbins. Andrew is an award-winning journalist and author, based in Los Angeles. His work has appeared in Alta, Los Angeles magazine, The Daily Beast, Slate, and other publications. He was named “Journalist of the Year” by the Los Angeles Press Club in 2021, and several of his narrative non-fiction stories have been optioned for film and Television His book is called, Into Enemy Waters: A World War II Story of the Demolition Divers Who Became the Navy SEALS. Watch a Point of the Spear Original Production, The Last Hours of Lincoln. LINK https://youtu.be/WlE6Kyg2hW4 Sign up for our twice monthly email Newsletter SOCIAL: YouTube Twitter Facebook Website --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-child/support

Fondly remembered for iconic roles from the 1960's smash sitcom “I Dream of Jeannie” and the 1980's prime time hit “Dallas” Larry Hagman was a fun loving, larger than life personality who embodied the opulent, excessive, and dangerous party lifestyle of the time. A life-saving liver transplant transformed his life and Larry continued to perform into his early 80's. Did his lifestyle catch up to him after all those years and second chances? Like what you hear and want more true crime and mystery? Go to https://www.reelz.com/podcasts/

Join Robert Child for a conversation with U.S. Marine Sergeant and author Bill Bee. Bill enlisted in the Marine Corps in 2000 and served four years with Lima Company, Third Battalion Sixth Marine Regiment as an infantry rifleman. He completed multiple deployments to Afghanistan and one to Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. His cowritten book with Wills Robinson is called, The Shot: The Harrowing Journey of a Marine in the War on Terror. Watch a Point of the Spear Original Production, The Last Hours of Lincoln. LINK https://youtu.be/WlE6Kyg2hW4 Sign up for our twice monthly email Newsletter SOCIAL: YouTube Twitter Facebook Website --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-child/support

Grunge Icon of the 90's Scott Weiland was known as “The Last Great Rockstar”. Sadly his rockstar life, like many others, had been rocky. Perhaps the catalogue of traumatic events and dangerous activities created the circumstances for Scott's untimely death? Like what you hear and want more true crime and mystery? Go to https://www.reelz.com/podcasts/

Grunge Icon of the 90's Scott Weiland was known as “The Last Great Rockstar”. Sadly his rockstar life, like many others, had been rocky. Perhaps the catalogue of traumatic events and dangerous activities created the circumstances for Scott's untimely death? Like what you hear and want more true crime and mystery? Go to https://www.reelz.com/podcasts/

If you read The Great Gatsby and liked the setting and the general vibe of the story but didn't connect with the characters, then we have a treat you. Instead of the male main characters in TGG, here we have female witches who throw lavish parties on a magical island off the coast of England. A purple light calls those who need help to the house where bargains are made and magical liquor is consumed. This is a book about being true to yourself, female friendships, and what happens when bargains are not fulfilled. Surprising no one it's never a good thing. TW / CW: self-harm, homophobia For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/ Spoilers: Practical Magic, The Great Gatsby Mentions (please note these mentions are not spoilers): Donnie Darko, ACOMAF, The Last Hours, Doctor Who, Kingdom of the Wicked *Thank you for listening to us! Please subscribe! If you'd leave a 5 star review we'd be so appreciative! Follow us on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/acofaepodcast/) at @ACOFAEpodcast and on our TikToks! TikTok: ACOFAELaura : Laura Marie (https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaelaura?) ACOFAEJessica : Jessica Marie (https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica?)

Join Robert Child for a conversation with author Nathalia Holt. Nathalia is the New York Times bestselling author of Rise of the Rocket Girls, The Queens of Animation, and Cured. She has written for numerous publications including The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, The Atlantic, Slate, Popular Science, PBS, and Time. Her book is called, Wise Gals: The Spies Who Built the CIA and Changed the Future of Espionage. Watch a Point of the Spear Original Production, The Last Hours of Lincoln. LINK https://youtu.be/WlE6Kyg2hW4 Sign up for our twice monthly email Newsletter SOCIAL: YouTube Twitter Facebook Website --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-child/support

One of the world's biggest teen idols, David Cassidy, celebrated a career that spanned five decades. Just nine months after announcing he suffered from Alzheimer's he was dead …so what happened over those last few months of his life? Like what you hear and want more true crime and mystery? Go to https://www.reelz.com/podcasts/

Debbie Reynolds had an enviable career that spanned over 6 decades. She starred in over 40 films and found fame with new TV audiences many times over. Her work ethic was legendary, but her personal life was often plagued with difficulties, most notably the mental illness and addiction that took her famous daughter Carrie Fisher. Did overwhelming grief contribute to the life ending stroke that took Debbie from the world in December of 2016? Like what you hear and want more true crime and mystery? Go to https://www.reelz.com/podcasts/

“Ricky Ricardo” was the character that brought fame to Desi Arnaz in the 1950's TV series “I Love Lucy.” Before his fame and success with his wife Lucille Ball Desi had been exiled from Cuba and rose to fame from humble beginnings as a charismatic and beloved Latin orchestra leader. Dead at just age 69, why was his success also his downfall? Like what you hear and want more true crime and mystery? Go to https://www.reelz.com/podcasts/

In your nightly crypto news wrap-up, we bring you the top crypto stories. The Ethereum Merge countdown is approaching its final hours, LUNA crashes AGAIN now that Do Kwon is wanted by authorities, and can we now interact with NFTs in Grand Theft Auto 5 and Minecraft? Stay till the end and find out!

Child star of the 80's Dana Plato of “Diff'rent Strokes” captured the heart of America. In May of 1999 the world was saddened to hear the news that she died at the age of 34. A life of fame punctuated with deep loss and crushing lows had led Dana to turn to alcohol and drugs as her life continued to unravel. Despite originally reporting her death as a suicide, there seems to be evidence suggesting that Dana did not intend to kill herself. So what really happened? Like what you hear and want more true crime and mystery? Go to https://www.reelz.com/podcasts/

Best known as the original and classic Batman in the 1960's Adam Wests was one of Hollywood's great survivors. His sudden death just days after being diagnosed with Leukemia shocked the world. Wit timely treatment Leukemia patients can live years after a diagnosis. Known for his tanned and fit physique was Adam really as healthy as we thought? Dr. Michael Hunter sifts through evidence to find answers for the shocking timing of his death. Like what you hear and want more true crime and mystery? Go to https://www.reelz.com/podcasts/

In 2007 an athlete entertainer with a seemingly glamorous life shocked the world with a horrific double murder-suicide. Chris Benoit, a premiere athletes of World Wrestling Entertainment fame killed his wife and his 7-year-old-son before hanging himself. Why would such an elite performer, only 40 years old, who had achieved so much choose to kill himself and his family? Like what you hear and want more true crime and mystery? Go to https://www.reelz.com/podcasts/

After making his fortune pitching innovative products on television Billy Mays dies unexpectedly at just 50 years old. Surprising hidden and controversial truths may reveal what happened to the icon who came from humble roots to become a millionaire in just over a decade. Forensic Pathologist Dr. Michael Hunter examines Billy's autopsy report to find answers that may reveal what happened to America's favorite TV Pitchman. Like what you hear and want more true crime and mystery? Go to https://www.reelz.com/podcasts/

Just five days after his 30th birthday, Andy Gibb, the youngest brother of the three Bee Gees, died. At the time of his mysterious death it was revealed that his system was clean of alcohol and illegal drugs. Did his battles with depression and addiction ultimately cause his death? Forensic Pathologist Dr. Michael Hunter will examine this mystery using first hand testimonies and reports to find out what happened to one of the most popular members of the disco super group. Like what you hear and want more true crime and mystery? Go to https://www.reelz.com/podcasts/

Dick Clark was known as “America's oldest teenager” into his 60's. But following a routine prostate operation the American icon died suddenly from a massive heart attack. Did his long battle with diabetes and a debilitating stroke lead to Dick's sudden death? Like what you hear and want more true crime and mystery? Go to https://www.reelz.com/podcasts/

Rock and roll legend Tom petty produced timeless hit such as “Free Fallin'” and “American Girl.” On September 25th, 2017 he played the last night of a sell-out six month tour to a packed stadium in Hollywood. Just one week later he collapsed at his Malibu home and died the following day. What led him to die so suddenly and unexpectedly? Like what you hear and want more true crime and mystery? Go to https://www.reelz.com/podcasts/

On March 4th 1994, beloved comedy actor John Candy was found dead in Durango Mexico, where he was working on what would be his final film, Wagons East. Candy rose to fame in over 40 films including Splash, Cool Runnings and Planes, Trains and Automobiles. Off-camera, John Candy had battled with his weight throughout his life. But what events unfolded in Mexico that could have contributed to his shocking fatal heart attack at just 43? World renowned forensic pathologist Dr. Michael Hunter will examine Candy's death certificate, along with first-hand accounts from those closest to him, in order to understand what ultimately caused the death of this Hollywood icon. Like what you hear and want more true crime and mystery? Go to https://www.reelz.com/podcasts/

As the gentle giant “John Coffey” in the fantasy-drama, The Green Mile, Michael Clarke Duncan found fame at the age of 42. The 6'5” actor went on to star in a string of Hollywood blockbusters but he wasn't a typical movie star. He was obsessed with working out and eating well so when he suffered a fatal heart attack in 2012, rumors of a conspiracy emerged. Now world-renowned medical examiner Dr. Michael Hunter investigates Michael Clarke Duncan's mysterious death at the age of 54-- just 12 years after he became a Hollywood favorite. Like what you hear and want more true crime and mystery? Go to https://www.reelz.com/podcasts/

As the gentle giant “John Coffey” in the fantasy-drama, The Green Mile, Michael Clarke Duncan found fame at the age of 42. The 6'5” actor went on to star in a string of Hollywood blockbusters but he wasn't a typical movie star. He was obsessed with working out and eating well so when he suffered a fatal heart attack in 2012, rumors of a conspiracy emerged. Now world-renowned medical examiner Dr. Michael Hunter investigates Michael Clarke Duncan's mysterious death at the age of 54-- just 12 years after he became a Hollywood favorite. Like what you hear and want more true crime and mystery? Go to https://www.reelz.com/podcasts/

On the morning of February 29th, 2012, Davy Jones the idolized front man of the 60's pop phenomenon, The Monkees, died. He had been performing just days before and showed no signs of illness. A working-class kid from Manchester, England, Davy won international fame when, at 19 years-old, he was cast in the wacky TV show about a failing pop band named The Monkees. His sudden death from cardiac failure came completely out of the blue. In this podcast, world-renowned forensic pathologist Dr. Michael Hunter uses Davy's autopsy and medical examiner's report to uncover what really killed Davy Jones at just 66 years old. Like what you hear and want more true crime and mystery? Go to https://www.reelz.com/podcasts/

Dennis Wilson was the golden boy drummer for the Beach Boys. His good looks, energetic attitude and musical prowess made him one of the great drummers of rock and roll. True his band's ident ity, he was also an avid surfer. But the Beach Boys drummer was also an avid drinker and on December 28, 1983, after a day of alcohol-use, Wilson dove into LA's Marina Del Rey harbor and drowned in less than 15 feet of water. Byt what really happened? Forensic Pathologist Dr. Michael Hunter examines Dennis's autopsy report to dispel the rumors and reveal the real cause of the drummer's tragic and untimely death at the age of 39. Like what you hear and want more true crime and mystery? Go to https://www.reelz.com/podcasts/