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Drop Dead Serious With Ashleigh Banfield

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

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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A stunning new report is raising disturbing questions in the disappearance of 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, the mother of Savannah Guthrie, after sources say an old ransom note claimed Nancy was dead and “buried with nature.” In this episode of Drop Dea... more

Chilling New Details: A body has been found in the search for missing Lexington, South Carolina woman Elena Moore, but the coroner says there was “nothing obvious” at first glance. We've also learned that Elena Moore’s husband spent 14 years as a loc... more

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Breaking: A body matching Elena Moore’s clothing was found in a wooded area after newly obtained surveillance video showed the missing 39-year-old walking near Old Cherokee Road the night she vanished. Elena Katherine Moore disappeared in Lexington, ... more

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Nancy Guthrie vanished from her Tucson, Arizona home more than 135 days ago, and investigators have released almost nothing about what happened to the 84-year-old grandmother. But now, a new cybersecurity report on so-called “wrench attacks” and “pro... more

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Mark Geragos
Attorney known for high-profile defense work
Geragos & Moniz
Episode: Shocker: Husband REFUSES to Cooperate in Suspected Murder Probe of Missing Wife?! | Lynette Hooker
Dan Shepherd
Lynette's father, interviewed on the podcast
Family of Lynette Hooker
Episode: Brian Hooker Spotted in Michigan as Family Demands Answers | Missing in Bahamas Lynette Hooker
Kathy Shepherd
Lynette's mother-in-law, interviewed on the podcast
Family of Lynette Hooker
Episode: Brian Hooker Spotted in Michigan as Family Demands Answers | Missing in Bahamas Lynette Hooker
Bill Hamlett
Lynette Hooker's husband
Episode: “He Took Her Last Breath and Threw Her Away Like Trash”: Lynette Hooker’s Mom Speaks After Search
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

Host

Ashleigh Banfield
Host of the podcast

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.4k ratings
  • Repetitive

    Banfield goes on and on and on about the same topic for days, sometimes weeks. Maybe talk about a couple of cases each episode. On a positive note I find her voice very soothing.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    S.Shiz
    United States24 days ago
  • Annoying and angry

    Too much swearing

    Her voice and saying the same phrases over and over gets old and boring

    Obsessed w the same stories and goes on and on about one obsessively for months

    No investigative work, just reporting and judging and swearing and guessing.

    Not interesting

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    MStruecrime
    United Statesa month ago
  • Dumb

    Not smart enough to review acts of crime. No where near smart enough.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Vinnie Garstrokes
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • all the cursing

    I thought I was listening to a long shoreman. why can't a story be told without the f bombs.

    Audible
    1
    LucieZ
    United Statesa month ago
  • Excellent reporting!!!!

    Ashley is absolutely the most entertaining reporter there is!!! So smart, fiery, and straight to the point!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    1HolleyS
    United Statesa 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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#71
United States/Popular Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#86
United States/True Crime
YouTube
#139
Canada/Popular Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#198
Canada/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#222
United Kingdom/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#154
Israel/True Crime

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

“He Took Her Last Breath and Threw Her Away Like Trash”: Lynette Hooker’s Mom Speaks After Search
Q: Tell me your reaction to that, Darlene.
Darlene explains the Coast Guard's work and emphasizes that the investigation is not over, expressing gratitude for the efforts while underscoring the ongoing pain and demand for accountability.
Shocker: Husband REFUSES to Cooperate in Suspected Murder Probe of Missing Wife?! | Lynette Hooker
Q: If you were Brian Hooker's lawyer, what would be your strategy beyond advising him not to talk to authorities?
They would pursue a parallel investigation, examine electronic records, and anticipate how federal investigators are gathering data, while preparing to challenge admissibility and ensure the defense remains comprehensive against the government's case.
Shocker: Husband REFUSES to Cooperate in Suspected Murder Probe of Missing Wife?! | Lynette Hooker
Q: What do you make of Brian Hooker being uncooperative with the Coast Guard and investigators?
The host and guest discuss that non-cooperation in a high-profile case can be perceived as consciousness of guilt by juries, and stress the importance of a robust defense to avoid prejudicial interpretations while allowing for due process.
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.

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What is Drop Dead Serious With Ashleigh Banfield about and what kind of topics does it cover?

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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1. Mark Geragos
2. Dan Shepherd
3. Kathy Shepherd
4. Bill Hamlett
5. Jim Todd
6. Darlene Hamlett
7. Dean Zomzal
8. Katie Kelly

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