Hell in Heaven: A Mysterious Death in Paradise
Exactly Right and iHeartPodcastsA young Wall Street genius lands in the Costa Rican jungle with a vast fortune and visions of paradise - but ends up in hell. He and his wife build a spectacular circular mansion deep in the rainforest - a sanctuary for themselves and for endangered wildlife. But sinister forces soon have the couple fearing for their lives. As paranoia takes root and shadows close in, the troubled pair steadily lo... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 16 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | True Crime | |||
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John Bender’s death soon becomes a cause celebre. But the woman at the centre of police suspicion is now the hospital. Ann’s psychiatrist is shocked at her physical and mental state. As the full story of the Benders’ isolation unfolds, prosecutors ma... more
It’s midnight in the jungle. The Benders are alone. A single shot rings out. One person is dead. As police arrive on the scene, they initially conclude it’s a suicide. But suspicion grows and the scene raises questions. But soon, the suspect is out o... more
Before Costa Rica, there was Wall Street. John Bender has a mind built for numbers - and makes a vast fortune betting against the crowd. Friends describe him as brilliant, a little arrogant - and haunted. John’s academic parents are relieved when he ... more
On a routine excursion, the Benders are ambushed. Guns are drawn. Is it a robbery, or something far more sinister? The couple are certain they’re about to be kidnapped. In the aftermath, they ramp up security at their jungle compound, hiring a former... more
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- Overly dramatic
The music is obnoxious and although the narrator is well spoken and the story very interesting, she is so overly dramatic. I just want a general good story teller, not a dramatic radio show from 1938.
Apple Podcasts3Namsalot
United States16 days ago - That music :-(
Seems well researched so far but boy, that title music is awful and jarring. It literally makes me flinch every time it blares on
Apple Podcasts3Jaimiedlev
Canada16 days ago - The story is good
The story and investigation is good, love it. But the music and the intensity... dang! I feel like im in a Hellraiser movies! A little bit too much.
Apple Podcasts4KemedithGCanada17 days ago - Podcast great, music terrible
Podcast is informative and is paced well. Music is awful - it’s not too late to change it!
Apple Podcasts4Patrice BerryCanada19 days ago - Great!
I’m loving the show! It’s fascinating. I wish the theme song/intro song wasn’t so loud and horrible… I always have to skip it. But the show is great!
Apple Podcasts5BrigMaryUnited States19 days ago
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Apple Podcasts | #189 | United States/Top Podcasts |
Apple Podcasts | #26 | United States/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #59 | Canada/Top Podcasts |
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Apple Podcasts | #32 |  United Kingdom/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #134 |  Australia/Top Podcasts |
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Exploring a chilling true crime narrative, this series recounts the harrowing tale of John and Ann Bender, a once-affluent couple who escape to the Costa Rican jungle, only to find their dreams of paradise descend into paranoia and tragedy. After building a luxurious estate designed to be a sanctuary for both themselves and endangered wildlife, the couple becomes embroiled in a series of mysterious events, ultimately leading to a tense atmosphere filled with armed guards and the looming threat of violence. As the story progresses, listeners are drawn into the dark twists of their lives, culminating in a shocking murder that triggers multiple trials and unravels deeper questions surrounding wealth, isolation, and obsession.
The series is es... more
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