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Drop Dead Serious With Ashleigh Banfield

Drop Dead Serious With Ashleigh Banfield
Nancy Guthrie
Bryan Kohberger
FBI
Sean Diddy Combs
Celeste Rivas Hernandez
Melodee Buzzard
True Crime
Ashleigh Buzzard
Savannah Guthrie
Domestic Violence
Murder
Sex Trafficking
John O'keefe
California
Monique Tepe
Rebecca Park
Spencer Tepe
Karen Read
Kaylee Goncalves
Cassie Ventura

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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Lynette Hooker is still missing after disappearing in the water near Elbow Cay, and now her husband, Brian Hooker, has been released from custody by Bahamian authorities without charges. In this episode of Drop Dead Serious, Ashleigh Banfield breaks ... more

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The FBI’s Behavioral Analysis Unit wants inside Rex Heuermann’s mind, and what he says could crack open a chilling new chapter in the Long Island Serial Killer investigation. In this episode of Drop Dead Serious, Ashleigh Banfield is joined by renown... more

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Haunting new details in the disappearance of Lynette Hooker are raising serious questions about what really happened the night she went missing in the Bahamas. In this episode, Ashleigh Banfield shares an exclusive interview with Lynette Hooker’s mot... more

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Katherine Ramsland
Expert on serial killers, author of The Serial Killer's Apprentice (2024)
Episode: Long Island Serial Killer Agrees to Be Studied: Dr. Katherine Ramsland on What He May Tell FBI | Rex Heuermann
Darlene Hamlett
Lynette Hooker's mother, interviewee sharing family history and allegations
Family of Lynette Hooker
Episode: Exclusive: Mom Says Son-in-Law "Could Be Vicious," Warned Daughter to Leave | Lynette Hooker Missing
Karli Aylesworth
Lynette Hooker's daughter
Episode: Exclusive: Daughter Reveals Harrowing New Details & Text Messages | Lynette Hooker Missing Bahamas
Captain Andy Norris
Captain, retired from US Coast Guard, attorney, owner/president of Tradewind Maritime Services, Inc.
Tradewind Maritime Services, Inc.
Episode: Boating "Accident" or Something Far Worse? Missing Wife Swept Away in Bahamas | Lynette Hooker
Brian Balthazar
NBC producer and Today Show veteran, guest on the episode
NBC
Episode: Savannah Guthrie Returns to TODAY as Mystery Around Her Mother Deepens | Nancy Guthrie Missing
Dr. Laura Pettler
Forensic criminologist, founder of Laura Pettler Associates
Laura Pettler Associates
Episode: Possible Shoe Print in Blood? 3 Shocking Expert Theories | Nancy Guthrie Update
Dr. Peter Valentin
Associate Professor, Department Chair, Forensic Science
University of New Haven
Episode: Possible Shoe Print in Blood? 3 Shocking Expert Theories | Nancy Guthrie Update
Dr. Ken Kinsey
Forensic crime scene analyst
Kinsey Kinsey and Associates Crime Scene Consultants
Episode: Possible Shoe Print in Blood? 3 Shocking Expert Theories | Nancy Guthrie Update
Bob Krygier
Retired lieutenant, former SWAT commander for Pima County
Pima County Sheriff's Office (former)
Episode: Chilling New Details About How the Perp Got Inside Nancy Guthrie’s Home | Nancy Guthrie Missing

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Ashleigh Banfield
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4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • Ashleigh is THOROUGH!!

    I do not know why liberals with severe TDS have to get on and make the dumbest reviews (MAGA alert?!?!? Really!!) Ashleigh has been a true crime journalist for THIRTY YEARS. She is repetitive because there’s so much going on in the N. Guthrie case that she has to circle back (shout out to Jen Psaki) to remind us and to allow NEW LISTENERS to hear it for the first time in some cases. Some of you people are so self centered, geez!! The sun doesn’t revolve around you!! Give Ashleigh a listen be... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RD1GD
    United States21 days ago
  • This podcast is the crime.

    Losing credibility. She’s knowledgeable, but everything she posts about Nancy Guthrie is “BREAKING NEWS”…from the propped open door & gates, to contractors being interviewed. Not to mention, her interviews…they’re pretty painful, often attempting to lead the interviewee to make ‘something out of nothing’ right along with her.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    TrueCrimey29
    United States22 days ago
  • Nancy Guthrie Overload

    Way too much repetition in this tragic case. Please pick up something else to report about. Plenty of true crime to go around…

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Marerad
    United States22 days ago
  • OMG

    This is some of the dumbest stuff I’ve listened to in a long time. Also MAGA alert.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Durst98
    United Statesa month ago
  • Thank you for your courage to ask questions

    Hello Ashleigh, I love your podcasts. You always ask the questions I am thinking about. You tell stories in an incredible way and just keep going. Thank you for your reporting and your theories! All the best.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JennPortHopeON
    Canadaa month ago

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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.
Breaking: DNA Lab Makes Bold New Push to Nail Perp | Nancy Guthrie Missing Update
Q: Why is the DNA lab in Deerfield Beach involved, and what are the concerns about speed versus accuracy?
The lab's involvement brings state-of-the-art capabilities earlier in the process, potentially speeding up solutions, but concerns linger about rushing critical evidence handling and ensuring reliability and proper interpretation of complex mixtures.
Nancy Guthrie Mystery: New Stalking Timeline & All The Haunting Questions Plaguing Police
Q: What behind-the-scenes factors did Allison uncover about the media's role and the police response?
Allison describes how reporters cultivated sources, navigated police communications, and faced pressure to balance transparency with the ongoing investigation, offering a candid view of how media coverage can influence public understanding of complex cases.

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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
3. Karli Aylesworth
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5. Brian Balthazar
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7. Dr. Peter Valentin
8. Dr. Ken Kinsey

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