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Drop Dead Serious With Ashleigh Banfield

Drop Dead Serious With Ashleigh Banfield
Nancy Guthrie
FBI
Lynette Hooker
Brian Hooker
Melodee Buzzard
Ashleigh Buzzard
Savannah Guthrie
Lindsay Clancy
Domestic Violence
Monique Tepe
Rebecca Park
Spencer Tepe
True Crime
California
Cortney Bartholomew
Ohio
Tucson
Bahamas
Celeste Rivas Hernandez
Bradley 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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Christa Pike kept a piece of her teenage victim’s skull as a trophy, but after surviving Tennessee’s botched execution, her lawyers are demanding mercy. Convicted of torturing and murdering 19-year-old Colleen Slemmer in 1995, Christa Pike survived t... more

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One of the men accused in the Cornell rape case says Jane Doe sexually assaulted HIM while he was incapacitated, and that Cornell University failed to tell him about his rights as a sexual assault survivor. In this episode of Drop Dead Serious, Megyn... more

Jane Doe texted “none of the sexual stuff was illegal" and "i love u king” to a man she later accused of rape, and now her private messages and secretly recorded calls are fueling explosive questions about the Cornell fraternity case. In this episode... more

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Crybaby pastor Caleb Flynn had the nerve to quote scripture and deny murdering his wife while his own daughters tore into him for taking their mother’s life and destroying the family he claimed to love. At his sentencing for Ashley Flynn’s murder, th... more

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Recent Guests

Angenette Levy
Veteran reporter for Law & Crime Network, Crime Fix host
Law & Crime Network
Episode: Crybaby Pastor’s Mommy Insists He's Innocent, But Who Hid the Murder Weapon? | Caleb Flynn
Michael Desronvil
Holdout juror who spoke publicly
Episode: No Proof She Did It? Lindsay Clancy’s Lawyer Trashes Murder Investigation, Holdout Juror Speaks
Alleigha Botner
Mistress of Caleb Flynn who testified in court
Testified in Caleb Flynn case
Episode: Crybaby 'American Idol' Pastor Suddenly STONE-FACED As Mistress Sells Him Out | Caleb Flynn Trial
Dan Shepherd
Lynette Hooker's father
Lynette Hooker family
Episode: Lynette’s Family TORCHES Brian Hooker’s “Grieving” Claim, More Video of Brian | Lynette Hooker Case
Kathy Shepherd
Lynette Hooker's stepmother
Lynette Hooker family
Episode: Lynette’s Family TORCHES Brian Hooker’s “Grieving” Claim, More Video of Brian | Lynette Hooker Case
Essie Cup
Media personality and host invited to discuss the case and its broader implications
CNN and media commentator (as applicable in public profile)
Episode: Real Housewives Star’s Son Faces 7 Felonies as Bombshell Second Sex Case Erupts | KJ Biermann
Kevin Perkins
Freelance photographer, Paparazzi Podcast host
Paparazzi Podcast
Episode: Brian Hooker Goes Ballistic on Reporter Asking About Missing Wife, Calls Police | Lynette Hooker
Sara Azari
Defense attorney and NewsNation contributor
Episode: Lindsay Clancy “Copycat” Case Erupts as Jurors Expose Explosive Jury-Room Drama
David Yannetti
Karen Read's defense attorney (trial one and two) discussed in interview
Read case / Attorney
Episode: 11–1 Acquittal?! Karen Read’s Lawyer on Lindsay Clancy's Unhinged Mistrial

Host

Ashleigh Banfield
Senior journalist with extensive true crime reporting experience; host of the show.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.5k ratings
  • Drop Dead Serious & Pretty Good.

    I like Ashleigh’s insight.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    DP’67
    United Statesa month ago
  • Why is every true crime podcaster so biased

    See title

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Kodakmoments91
    United Statesa month ago
  • 5 stars, but

    I like AB and this podcast. The ep w/ Sara Azari on the Clancy trial. She said it’s identical to Andrea Yates. Wut?? Lindsay Clancy did not have postpartum psychosis. Dr. Heilbrun explained the best & only plausible reason (in my opinion).

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Onionbreff
    United Statesa month ago
  • Repetitve

    Reporting is decent, but she’s very repetitive and constantly talks over and interrupts every guest she has.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    apmixon
    United Statesa month ago
  • Fluff

    Host talking/filling an hour for a ten minute update. I don’t have endless time. If a story doesn’t have good, meaty updates, please don’t stretch it out. You’re better than that.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Annierabbit#
    United Kingdom2 months ago

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Some listeners feel episodes can be repetitive and overly long.
Listeners praise Ashleigh Banfield's expertise and direct interviewing style.
Praise for deep-dive legal analysis and credible guests; mixed feedback on pacing and tone.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

YouTube
#106
United States/Popular Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#75
United States/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#110
Canada/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#228
Australia/True Crime
YouTube
#162
South Africa/Popular Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#147
Israel/True Crime

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Lynette’s Family TORCHES Brian Hooker’s “Grieving” Claim, More Video of Brian | Lynette Hooker Case
Q: Where is Lynette now, and why hasn't Brian cooperated with investigators or searched more thoroughly for her?
The host and guests point to inconsistencies in Brian's story, the body reportedly being found on Soulmate, and the lack of timely, direct engagement with authorities as key issues; they express expectation for clearer answers and potential legal action if evidence supports it.
11–1 Acquittal?! Karen Read’s Lawyer on Lindsay Clancy's Unhinged Mistrial
Q: What were the key strategic lessons for retrial after a mistrial in a high-profile case?
Retool the argument, adjust expert rosters, and consider how to address reasonable doubt while recognizing the victims' perspectives, with careful consideration of appellate viability before retrying.
11–1 Acquittal?! Karen Read’s Lawyer on Lindsay Clancy's Unhinged Mistrial
Q: Walk me through your thoughts when you learned there was a mistrial?
Not surprised; the jurors deadlocked more than once, and the decision to mistrial followed the traditional path, with unique interlocutory movements given the SJC involvement.
Nancy Guthrie Case Falling Apart? Sheriff’s Ex-Boss Reveals What’s Going Wrong
Q: Do you believe the case will be solved, despite six months of challenges?
Yes, due to dogged police work and the pursuit of numerous tips, though progress hinges on leadership allowing the team to act without unwarranted restrictions.
Nancy Guthrie Case Falling Apart? Sheriff’s Ex-Boss Reveals What’s Going Wrong
Q: Why do you think the relationship between the sheriff's office and the FBI has degraded over time?
The guest attributes ongoing friction to leadership style—micromanagement, ego, and a reluctance to fully empower investigators, which hampers collaboration with federal partners.

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The show offers in-depth true crime analysis anchored by a veteran journalist who leans into legal nuance, courtroom strategy, and psychologies behind high-profile cases. Episodes frequently feature legal analysts, former prosecutors, judges, and reporters, delivering detailed breakdowns of juror dynamics, insanity standards, and trial tactics, with a clear emphasis on how media coverage shapes public perception. It stands out for connecting fast-moving courtroom developments to broader questions about mental health, justice, and accountability, all delivered with a direct, opinionated style. This mix makes it valuable for listeners who want expert context on complex trials and for potential guests aiming to demonstrate credibility around l... more

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2. Michael Desronvil
3. Alleigha Botner
4. Dan Shepherd
5. Kathy Shepherd
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8. Sara Azari

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