Send us a text The human heart isn't just a physical organ—it's the emotional epicenter of our lives. And according to groundbreaking research from the Journal of the American Heart Association, that romantic notion of "dying from a broken heart" has real scientific backing. Takotsubo cardiomyopathy—the clinical term for broken heart syndrome—can b…

Send us a text Death, fame, and terrible decisions take center stage in this whirlwind episode. We kick things off with the bizarre discovery of human remains near Taylor Swift's Rhode Island mansion. A leg washing up in the ritzy neighborhood of Westerly adds another mysterious body to Rhode Island's growing collection, though authorities insist t…

The legacy of Star Wars extends far beyond lightsabers and space battles—it lives in the remarkable humans who brought these iconic characters to life. From the reluctant Jedi to the princess who gave zero f*cks, this episode pulls back the curtain on the fascinating, sometimes tragic lives of the Star Wars actors who've joined the cosmic force. Si…

Send us a text Ever wondered what happens when a toddler crashes a podcast recording? This episode starts with baby Kayden making his OK Bud debut before we dive into a news roundup that's equal parts shocking, bizarre, and oddly fascinating. The Menendez brothers case takes a surprising turn with a new sentence that might actually be good news for…

Send us a text Wrestling legends, kidnapped tuxedo kings, and sex workers with a mission - this episode of OK Bud takes you on a wild journey through the strangest headlines and most fascinating human stories you won't hear anywhere else. We begin by paying respects to wrestling icon Sabu, the "King of the Death Match," whose recent passing at 60 r…

Send us a text The worlds of true crime, social trends, and bizarre news collide in this captivating episode as Ben, Jerry, and Kyle take us on a journey through the week's most fascinating stories. We kick things off with disturbing new details in the Brian Koberger case - the Idaho killer who kept bikini photos of his victims and searched for inf…

Send us a text The world keeps getting weirder, and we're here to make sense of it all. From supernatural encounters to technological controversies, this episode explores the bizarre landscape of human experience in the digital age. We start with the peculiar case of a 75-year-old Long Island widower found with 100 dead cats in his basement. Is thi…

Send us a text What makes a state kinky? According to a new survey, it's a combination of strip clubs, adult toy stores, OnlyFans accounts, and of course, your fetish-related search history. Nevada takes the crown as America's raunchiest state, while Wisconsin residents keep it tame with their top fetish being... socks? From "vor" (fantasizing abou…

Send us a text Could New England be harboring a serial killer? Despite law enforcement's adamant denials, the discovery of twelve bodies across Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts between March and April raises serious questions. We dive into why officials seem more concerned with debunking "online sleuths" than solving these crimes, and w…

The murder of six-year-old Adam Walsh in 1981 didn't just devastate a family—it fundamentally transformed how America protects its children and hunts its criminals. What began as a routine shopping trip to a Florida Sears department store ended in unimaginable tragedy when Adam disappeared while playing at a video game display, only to be found mur…

Send us a text Ever wondered what happens when someone has an affair with a married person in North Carolina? Apparently, they can be sued for wrecking a home. We kick off this episode exploring the fascinating "Home Wrecker Law" and the case of former NFL player Steve Smith Sr., who's facing a $100,000 lawsuit after an alleged affair with a marrie…

Send us a text Heartbreak and betrayal strike as we uncover the devastating truth about the viral "sperm race" sensation that captivated millions. What appeared to be an innovative sporting competition was nothing more than an elaborate AI-generated hoax created by a 17-year-old from the Bay Area. Our hosts process their disappointment in real-time…

Send us a text Ever wonder if that karaoke microphone is harboring a secret infection? In this wildly entertaining episode, we dive into the bizarre case of a woman who claims she contracted herpes from singing her heart out at a Chinese karaoke bar. While medical experts cast doubt on her story, it opens up a fascinating conversation about disease…

Send us a text Could our entire reality be nothing more than an elaborate computer program? Physics professor Melvin Vopson thinks so, and his theory that gravity represents the universe compressing data like a computer might just change how you view everything around you. We kick things off with some bizarre updates that make you question what's r…

Send us a text Ever wondered what happens when college rivalry meets reproductive biology? In one of the strangest scientific "competitions" we've ever covered, two college students from rival schools USC and UCLA are preparing to face off in the world's first competitive sperm race. Yes, you read that right. Tristan and Asher, both sporting athlet…

Send us a text The specter of a serial killer looms over New England as eight bodies have been discovered across Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island in just two months. Despite police departments denying any connection between these cases, concerned citizens have formed online groups to track these disturbing patterns themselves. Ben, Jerr…

The smiling faces of the Little Rascals hide a sinister secret - one by one, these beloved child stars met tragic, often violent ends that defy coincidence. From Alfalfa's shocking shooting over a $50 debt to plane crashes, hit-and-runs, and house fires, these former icons died in ways so bizarre you'd think they were cursed. Behind the comedy shor…

Send us a text Deadmau5 gave Coachella attendees more than they bargained for when the Canadian DJ delivered a performance that quickly went viral—not for his signature electronic beats, but for repeatedly falling over his equipment while visibly intoxicated. The 44-year-old producer (real name Joel Thomas Zimmerman) later took to social media with…

Send us a text Prepare yourself for a journey through some of the most shocking news stories making headlines right now as we navigate taboo subjects with our signature dark humor and unfiltered commentary. When Kanye West drops a new song accompanied by a tweet describing incestuous acts with his cousin during childhood, we're forced to examine wh…

Send us a text A jealous ex-girlfriend's deadly Easter plot unfolds in Brazil as chocolate eggs laced with poison claim the life of a 7-year-old boy and leave his teenage sister fighting for her life. We examine how holiday celebrations can turn tragic when revenge becomes the motive, while exploring the disturbing evidence that led to the suspect'…

Send us a text The bizarre and unexpected collide in this hilarious exploration of news that makes you question reality. We dive into the latest scam from Billy McFarland, who has "postponed" (not canceled) Fyre Festival 2 without offering refunds to the hopeful few who purchased tickets. The man who brought you cheese sandwiches in FEMA tents has …

Celebrity gossip has always had a dark side. Those whispered tales of stars behaving badly, dying mysteriously, or hiding shocking secrets spread through Hollywood parties like wildfire, creating urban legends that live far longer than they deserve. Even in our hyper-connected age, these stories remain strangely persistent – because deep down, we w…

Send us a text That shadowy organization pulling strings behind the scenes? Turns out they might be more like high school pranksters with unlimited government funding than sophisticated spies from your favorite thriller. The CIA's recently declassified operations reveal an intelligence agency that once hatched a plan to drop extra-large condoms lab…

Send us a text What drives a Wisconsin teenager to murder his parents in a twisted plan to assassinate a former president? How does comedy legend Rosie O'Donnell form an unlikely bond with convicted murderer Lyle Menendez? When does aggressive basketball play cross the line into criminal assault? The OK Bud podcast tackles these mind-bending questi…

Send us a text A helicopter ride over New York City ended in tragedy when the aircraft's "Jesus nut" failed, sending the cabin plummeting into the Hudson River and killing six tourists from Spain. We unpack the disturbing mechanical simplicity behind this catastrophic failure and why, despite strict NYC regulations, tourist helicopter experiences r…

Send us a text A restored Paddington statue, an autism defense for a killer, execution complications, and nightclub disaster survivors make up just a portion of this jam-packed episode where the unexpected becomes the norm. The hosts kick things off with the lighthearted story of Paddington the Bear's statue making a triumphant return after being v…

Val Kilmer wasn't just an actor – he was a chameleon who disappeared so completely into his roles that the line between performance and reality often blurred. His journey from Hollywood golden boy to cancer survivor reveals the extraordinary price of his artistic devotion. Born on New Year's Eve 1959 in Los Angeles, Kilmer's childhood was both priv…

Send us a text From a mysterious pigeon abduction conspiracy to a medical breakthrough in fertility treatment, this episode takes you on a wild journey through some of the strangest news stories you've likely never heard. We kick things off with a listener email describing an elaborate underground operation where pigeons are allegedly lured with tr…

Send us a text Dark humor meets true crime in this episode as we explore the twisted mind of Russia's notorious "Chessboard Killer." Alexander Pashushkin, convicted of 48 brutal murders, has just confessed to 11 more killings - bringing him terrifyingly close to his goal of filling every square on a chess board with victims. We dissect how this mon…

The raw power of Kimbo Slice's fists catapulted him from backyard brawls to mainstream arenas, but the real knockout punch in his story was his resilience against life's hardest hits. When Hurricane Andrew devastated South Florida in 1992, it washed away Kimbo's college football scholarship and left him homeless, sleeping in his 1987 Nissan Pathfin…

Send us a text Ever wonder what happens when a drug-sniffing dog alerts to "narcotics emitting from a man's buttocks" at the border? Or what scientists are planning with soulless human "bodyoids" grown for medical experimentation? On this wild ride through the strangest news stories, we unpack it all with equal parts horror and humor. The Virginia …

Send us a text Ever wondered what happens when a mayor sends an explicit video to the wrong person? Or why aging punk rockers think public flatulence is rebellious? The OK Bud crew tackles these bizarre real-world scenarios with their signature blend of humor and candid commentary. We kick things off with some heated listener feedback about movie t…

Send us a text Luigi Mangione's tale takes a chilling turn as Attorney General Pam Bondi announces she'll pursue the death penalty for his "premeditated, cold-blooded assassination." We weigh the implications: would execution transform this healthcare vigilante into a martyr, or is life imprisonment actually the harsher sentence? The justice system…

Send us a text Death lurks around every corner in this gripping exploration of life's fragility and humanity's darkest impulses. Virginia Giuffre, who courageously exposed Jeffrey Epstein and Prince Andrew's sex trafficking ring, now faces a cruel twist of fate after being struck by a school bus. With doctors giving her just four days to live due t…

Send us a text Ben Kissel, Jerii Aquino and Kyle Ploof tackle shocking stories about predatory teachers, mysterious police suicides, and the real-life nightmare of a man discovered hiding under a child's bed. Sharing a touching listener email about how the show helped someone through grief, the hosts then debate movie theater etiquette before divin…

Send us a text Luigi Mangione has become a cultural phenomenon, striking a chord with Americans fed up with the healthcare system. After murdering a UnitedHealthcare CEO, his interaction with a McDonald's employee—who called police hoping for a reward but dialed the wrong number—has sparked controversy. Mangione fans are now leaving one-star review…

In the pantheon of music legends whose voices were silenced too soon, Selena Quintanilla's story stands out not just as a tragedy, but as an American dream interrupted. Born to a struggling family in Texas, Selena transformed from a child performer singing in her family's failing restaurant to the undisputed Queen of Tejano music – shattering recor…

Send us a text When PETA writes you an angry email demanding corrections, you know your podcast has officially made it. In this wildly entertaining episode, we dive into PETA's semantic nitpicking over whether they "shoot" or merely "euthanize" animals deemed "unadoptable" — a distinction that feels more like confirmation than correction. The distu…

Send us a text Diamonds might be forever, but they definitely don't belong in the human digestive tract. That's a lesson one jewel thief learned the hard way after swallowing three large diamond earrings to evade police—only to spend two weeks under surveillance while prison officials waited for nature to take its course. The resulting story (compl…

Send us a text A macabre mermaid has washed ashore on a UK beach, leaving locals utterly baffled. The skeleton-like creature with fins prompted one witness to declare, "No one's going to believe what we saw" – and they weren't wrong. We dive into this mysterious discovery that drew crowds of bewildered beachgoers who couldn't determine whether they…

Send us a text Isolation breeds madness in the most extreme conditions, as evidenced by the harrowing situation unfolding at an Antarctic research station where nine scientists are trapped 2,000 miles from civilization. Urgent messages reveal that one crew member has allegedly become violent and threatening, creating "an environment of fear and int…

The 1989 Oscars went so poorly not only did it kill the career of producer Allan Carr-- it killed HIM. Join hosts Kyle Ploof, Ben Kissel and Alejandro Dowling and tune in to an all new episode today! Send us a message! Support the show Death in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof, Alejandro Dowling and Ben Kissel. New episodes every week! https:/…

Send us a text Step into the delightfully absurd world of "OK Bud," where hosts Ben Kissel, Jerii Aquino and Kyle Ploof offer a refreshing escape from the relentless heaviness of mainstream news. This episode delivers exactly what they promise: stories that won't cause family fights but will definitely make for entertaining dinner table conversatio…

Send us a text A St. Patrick's Day episode filled with chilling tales and bizarre food stories that will leave you questioning humanity and your dinner choices. The ghost of Rachel Hurley haunts this episode as we explore her tragic unsolved murder from St. Patrick's Day 1990. Despite testing DNA from 127 suspects and interviewing countless witness…

Send us a text Cancer, werewolves, and aliens collide in this wild exploration of the unusual and unexplained. We begin with James Van Der Beek's heartbreaking revelation about his battle with stage three colorectal cancer. The Dawson's Creek star opened up about how his diagnosis stripped away his identity as a husband, father, and provider – leav…

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The internet has transformed ordinary people into overnight celebrities, but sometimes the path to digital fame takes a deadly turn. In this gripping exploration of YouTube's darkest corners, we uncover the shocking stories of content creators whose online journeys ended in tragedy. Meet Tor Eckhoff, the quirky Norwegian known as "Apetor," whose ic…

Send us a text Death, revenge, and dark humor collide as we explore the strangest headlines you won't hear anywhere else. Scott Peterson, convicted of murdering his wife in 2004, now fights for his reputation and physical safety in prison—over pickleball, of all things. While the California Innocence Project works to clear his name, Peterson finds …

Send us a text Something's deeply wrong with our justice system when a British serial killer goes on hunger strike because prison officials took away his PlayStation, while an NYPD detective gets pulled from active duty for dancing in a music video on her own time. Robert Moudsley, the 71-year-old "Hannibal the Cannibal," has spent 49 years behind …

Send us a text Ben Kissel, Jerii Aquino and Kyle Ploof discuss updates on previous stories, horrible art and more! Tune in to LIVE episodes of OK Bud! Monday through Thursday every week on www.patreon.com/diebud Support the showBy Ben Kissel, Jerii Aquino and Kyle Ploof