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From horrific homicides to unsolved mysteries, spooky haunts to behind-the-scenes secrets, Kate and Kevin are here to bring you all the drama - and trauma - of Tinseltown.

From horrific homicides to unsolved mysteries, spooky haunts to behind-the-scenes secrets, Kate and Kevin are here to bring you all the drama - and trauma - of Tinseltown.

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Crawdads and Controversy: The Story of Mark and Delia Owens

"Where the Crawdads Sing" by Delia Owens was THE hit novel of 2018, with a popular movie version in 2022. Taylor Swift even wrote a song for the film! However, author Delia and her now ex-husband Mark are still wanted for questioning in a murder case in Zambia. The killing was broadcast on TV in 1996 for a documentary featuring Mark and Delia Owens, American conservationists fighting a battle against poaching in Africa. Join us as we explore the allegations, where a passion for wildlife turned violent. We'll also answer any questions you have about crawdads...

Episode Sources:

“Biographical Sketch of Mark and Delia Owens” from The Owens Foundation Website

“Books by Mark and Delia Owens” from The Owens Foundation Website

“The Hunted” by Jeffrey Goldberg, March 29, 2010, The New Yorker

“Where the Crawdads Sing: Why Author Delia Owens Is Wanted for Questioning in a Real-Life Killing” by Savannah Walsh, July 15, 2022, Vanity Fair

“The Dark History Behind the Year’s Bestselling Debut Novel” by Laura Miller, July 30, 2019, Slate

“What to Know About the Controversy Surrounding Where the Crawdads Sing” by Annabel Gutterman, published July 13, 2022, updated July 14, 2022, Time

“Wanted for Questioning: Who is Delia Owens’ ex-husband, Mark Owens?” by Jennifer Roback, published July 19, 2022, updated July 19, 2022, The U.S. Sun

“Americans Tried to Save Elephants in Zambia. Were They the Good Guys?” by Ruth Maclean and Collins Chilumba Sampa, July 6, 2023, The New York Times

“A Shooting in Zambia” Video, Jeffrey Goldberg discusses a scene from the ABC show "Turning Point," in which a suspected poacher is shot and killed, The New Yorker

“Crayfish (crustacean)” by The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica, last revised and updated June 15, 2024 by Adam Augustyn, Britannica

“About the Author” on Delia Owens website

“True story that inspired murder mystery on Netflix with impressive Rotten Tomatoes score” by Niamh Shackleton, April 26, 2024, Unilad

“Where the Crawdads Sing” on IMDb

“Review: Where the Crawdads Sing is a mystery so messy not even Taylor Swift can save it” by Barry Hertz, July 12, 2022, The Globe and Mail

“Where the Crawdads Sing review – hit novel crashes on the big screen” by Adrian Horton, July 12, 2022, The Guardian

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Jeepers Creepers: The Dark Side of Victor Salva

We're delving into the unsettling story of Victor Salva, a celebrated filmmaker with a dark past. Salva groomed and sexually abused young actor Nathan Forrest Winters for six years. Discover the chilling details of their history, from the making of "Clownhouse" to Salva's shocking crimes and eventual return to Hollywood. This episode uncovers the harrowing impact on Winters and raises questions about redemption and accountability in the film industry.

Episode Sources:

“Victor Salva’s horror stories” by Patrick Goldstein, June 11, 2006, Los Angeles Times

“Former Child Actor Nathan Forrest Winters - Full Interview” from The Millennial Report, YouTube

“Former child actors reveal sexual abuse in Hollywood” by Sky News, November 7, 2017, Sky News

“Powder (1995)” on IMDb

“Jeepers Creepers (2001)” on IMDb

“Victor Salva Biography” on IMDb

“Something in the Basement (1986)” on IMDb

“Clownhouse Molestation Survivor Nathan Forrest Winters Speaks Out in New Documentary” by Steve Barton, August 3, 2017, Dread Central

“Fathom Events Re-Releasing ‘Jeepers Creepers 3,’ Despite Director’s Child Sex Abuse Conviction” by Chris Lindahl, September 12, 2019, IndieWire

“Victor Salva Loves Terrorizing Semi-Naked Youths” by Charlie Graham-Dixon, March 29, 2012, Vice

“Why Francis Ford Coppola is Cursed” by Zoe Dumas, June 20, 2023, MovieWeb