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Drop Dead Serious With Ashleigh Banfield

Drop Dead Serious With Ashleigh Banfield
Nancy Guthrie
Bryan Kohberger
FBI
Celeste Rivas Hernandez
Melodee Buzzard
True Crime
Lynette Hooker
Ashleigh Buzzard
Sean Diddy Combs
Savannah Guthrie
Murder
Domestic Violence
California
Monique Tepe
Rebecca Park
Spencer Tepe
Brian Hooker
Kaylee Goncalves
Idaho Quadruple Murder Case
Cortney Bartholomew

I know a thing or two about true crime... I’ve been reporting on it for 36 years. This is the podcast where I take you on a journey through mystery and injustice... and dive deep into critical clues with an irreverent style that I don’t share on TV! Join me for my personal take on many of these stories and my personal connection to several as well! I’m Ashleigh Banfield, and I’m Drop Dead Seriou... more

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Sources confirm the Lynette Hooker case is now being treated as a suspected murder investigation, and the search is zeroing in on new areas tied to Brian Hooker’s timeline, GPS data, and the story he has told since the night Lynette "vanished." The C... more

Exclusive Coast Guard video shows the moment Soulmate was intercepted at sea, 40 miles off the coast of Florida, after Brian Hooker’s boat left the Bahamas and headed back toward the United States. In this episode of Drop Dead Serious, Ashleigh Banfi... more

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New GPS data tied to Brian Hooker’s movements after Lynette Hooker vanished has triggered a major new development in the Bahamas investigation: a potential Coast Guard dive search in the Sea of Abaco and DNA collection from Lynette’s immediate family... more

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Soulmate is gone, and that may be the biggest signal yet that the Lynette Hooker case is moving into a new phase. The 46-foot sailboat Brian Hooker shared with his missing wife has now been moved from the Coast Guard station in Fort Pierce to Fort La... more

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Jim Todd
Volunteer with Hopetown Volunteer Fire & Rescue
Hopetown Volunteer Fire & Rescue
Episode: Bombshell: “Massive Splash” Heard Near Soulmate After Lynette Hooker Vanished | Missing in Bahamas
Darlene Hamlett
Lynette Hooker's mother, introduced as Darlene Hamlett
Family of Lynette Hooker
Episode: "He Took Something Very Valuable From Me": Lynette’s Mom Reacts to Soulmate Crime Scene
Dean Zomzal
Provided surveillance video from Lubbers Quarters, Bahama's; credited for filming and analysis
Episode: Did Husband Shoot off Flares from Sailboat? New Video & Witnesses | Lynette Hooker Missing
Katie Kelly
Dean Zomzal's daughter, helped enhance video for analysis
Episode: Did Husband Shoot off Flares from Sailboat? New Video & Witnesses | Lynette Hooker Missing
Julianne Barenbrook
Dean Zomzal's daughter, helped enhance video for analysis
Episode: Did Husband Shoot off Flares from Sailboat? New Video & Witnesses | Lynette Hooker Missing
Blaine Stevenson
Skilled mariner, liveaboard, friend of Lynette and Brian
Friend of Lynette and Brian, cruiser
Episode: Brian Hooker’s Alarming Past: GPS Tampering Claim Blows Open New Questions | Lynette Hooker
Karli Aylesworth
Lynette's daughter; eyewitness member who contributed memories about her mother and the case
Family of Lynette Hooker
Episode: Bahamas Mystery: Haunting New Pictures & Clues, Daughter's New Message to Brian Hooker
Steve Hansen
Karli's boyfriend; involved in discussions about the case and timelines
Family/Close associate
Episode: Bahamas Mystery: Haunting New Pictures & Clues, Daughter's New Message to Brian Hooker
Ken Sweeting
Bartender at Abaco Inn who served Lynette and Brian
Abaco Inn
Episode: EXCLUSIVE: Last Known Photo of Lynette Alive & Video May Blow Up Husband's Timeline | Lynette Hooker

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Ashleigh Banfield
Host of the podcast

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.4k ratings
  • Dying for More Follow Up

    Love and trust AB’s reporting, She’s on the short list of True Crime journalists I keep up with.

    I’d like to hear more updates on cases she’s previously covered like, d4vid, the unrelated Banfield, creepy stepbrother cruise ship murder, Columbus Oh Dr…

    I used to enjoy the timely updates but it’s lately sporadic deep dives.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    aLLie O0p
    United Statesa month ago
  • Why so long to arrive

    Why are the podcast episodes 5 days behind versus when the same episode is released on AB’s You Tube channel? I enjoy this podcast very much.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ILoveOpieTaylor
    United Statesa month ago
  • A Kill Switch is not a Key

    I was excited to listen to this podcast but I just spent the last hour hearing Ashleigh say a kill switch is not the same as a key on repeat.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    reevesdm
    United Statesa month ago
  • Right?

    Ugh, I hate to leave a bad review, but the amount of times Ashleigh says “Right?” is driving me mad!! I miss her News Nation show. At least several true crime stories were covered. The podcast just fixates on the same topic for days and/or weeks on end. Would have loved to have her cover the LISK guilty plea, but nope, just the same topics over and over and over with little to no additional important info to report. It’s like a broken record unfortunately.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    MidwestGurl93
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great podcast! How come sometimes there's nothing for days and then multiple episodes magically show up?

    Podcast Addict
    5
    joshmattson
    a month ago

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Listeners praise deep, data-driven analysis and strong guest expertise.
Critics note style can skew opinionated and focus on controversy.
Some listeners want broader topic coverage beyond the central case.

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#165
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#154
United States/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#167
Israel/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#199
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#202
Brazil/True Crime
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#233
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Bahamas Mystery: Haunting New Pictures & Clues, Daughter's New Message to Brian Hooker
Q: Did the witnesses' descriptions of Brian's shirt, the dry bag color, and other details align with what you saw or were told?
They describe memories of different colors and items (blue and white striped shirt, aqua dry bag, or banana yellow bag) that conflict with one another, illustrating the unreliability of memory under stress and the need for corroborating footage from surveillance to resolve inconsistencies.
Bahamas Mystery: Haunting New Pictures & Clues, Daughter's New Message to Brian Hooker
Q: What do you make of the photo showing Brian walking down to the dock by himself?
Karli and Steve express that the scene felt sketchy and suggested that the separation could indicate tension or a potential moment of vulnerability, especially given that the couple is usually together unless they are fighting. They emphasize how this moment complicates the timeline and raises questions about what happened next.
Boating "Accident" or Something Far Worse? Missing Wife Swept Away in Bahamas | Lynette Hooker
Q: From a maritime-law perspective, what is the first step Bahamian authorities would take in a case like this?
Bahamas would lead the investigation under its territorial jurisdiction, focusing on the scene, interviewing locals, and assessing whether foul play or accident occurred, with possible US cooperation if invited or if there are treaties or embassy channels involved.
Long Island Serial Killer Agrees to Be Studied: Dr. Katherine Ramsland on What He May Tell FBI | Rex Heuermann
Q: What would you want to know if you could sit across from him for hours and hours?
I would want to understand the decision process behind selecting the first victim, how they disposed of the body, the emotions involved after the act, and what about the experience kept them moving years later, including any vulnerabilities that allowed future offenses to occur; I'd also compare his accounts to known evidence to identify gaps and inconsistencies.
Long Island Serial Killer Agrees to Be Studied: Dr. Katherine Ramsland on What He May Tell FBI | Rex Heuermann
Q: Tell me about that. Why the first murder, and what can it reveal about the killer's trajectory?
The first murder often shows the amateurish foundations of the offender's method, the emotional state at the time, and whether the act was planned or desperate; understanding this helps map how the offender evolved, what might have deterred them, and how their behavior hardened or changed over time.

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The show centers on in-depth, independent investigations into high-profile crimes, with a strong emphasis on forensic detail, investigative methodology, and media dynamics. Episodes frequently feature expert guests from law enforcement, forensics, journalism, and prosecutors, combined with sharp commentary from the host that critiques case handling and public communication. Listeners are likely drawn to rigorous analysis of how investigations unfold, the role of media, and potential missteps in high-stakes cases. A standout: a clear focus on case feasibility, evidence interpretation, and practical implications for ongoing investigations, with guests who bring hands-on experience and insider perspectives. The format can be especially engagin... more

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2. Darlene Hamlett
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4. Katie Kelly
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7. Karli Aylesworth
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