Episódios

  • Special Episode: George Wendt

    Special Episode: George Wendt
    May 21 2025
    On May 20, 2025, George Wendt—the beloved actor best known for playing Norm on Cheers—died at the age of 76. His passing marked the end of an era for fans of the iconic sitcom and the golden age of network television. But beyond the barstool banter and sitcom stardom, Wendt's legacy lives on as a symbol of blue-collar charm, comedic timing, and the kind of everyman warmth that made Norm a household name across generations. Hosts: Jason Beckerman & Derek Kaufman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    12 minutos
  • Ep. 116 - Bruce Lee

    Ep. 116 - Bruce Lee
    May 19 2025
    On July 20, 1973, Bruce Lee—the martial arts icon who nearly singlehandedly transformed action cinema in the 60s and 70s—died suddenly in Hong Kong at the age of 32. His untimely death shocked the world and left behind a whirlwind of rumors, controversy, and unanswered questions. But even as speculation swirled, Lee’s legend only grew as a revolutionary figure who shattered stereotypes, redefined fight choreography, and brought Eastern philosophy into Western pop culture. Hosts: Jason Beckerman & Derek Kaufman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    22 minutos
  • Ep. 115 - Jean-Michel Basquiat

    Ep. 115 - Jean-Michel Basquiat
    May 12 2025
    On August 12, 1988, Jean-Michel Basquiat—the graffiti prodigy turned neo-expressionist art icon—died of a heroin overdose in his New York City studio at just 27 years old. His untimely death cut short a brilliant, chaotic life that had redefined the art world and brought raw, urban Black genius to the center of elite galleries. From tagging SoHo walls under the name SAMO to his explosive rise alongside Andy Warhol, Basquiat’s legacy lives on as a voice for rebellion, identity, and untamed creativity. Hosts: Jason Beckerman & Derek Kaufman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    22 minutos
  • Ep. 114 - Mama Cass

    Ep. 114 - Mama Cass
    May 5 2025
    On July 29, 1974, Cass Elliot—better known to the world as Mama Cass, the powerhouse vocalist from The Mamas and the Papas—died in her London flat at just 32 years old. Her sudden passing marked the end of a career that had helped define the sound of the 1960s, with her warm, soaring vocals and magnetic presence shaping an era of folk-pop harmony and counterculture cool. From her breakout success with hits like “California Dreamin’” to her groundbreaking solo career and status as a trailblazing woman in rock, Cass Elliot’s life was filled with triumph, turmoil, and transformation. Hosts: Jason Beckerman & Derek Kaufman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    24 minutos
  • Ep. 113 - Michelle Trachtenberg

    Ep. 113 - Michelle Trachtenberg
    Apr 28 2025
    On February 26, 2025, Michelle Trachtenberg – the beloved actress whose memorable roles in Harriet the Spy, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and Gossip Girl made her a standout talent of her generation – passed away from complications related to diabetes at the age of 39. Trachtenberg's passing was a heartbreaking loss to those who knew and admired her, following years of struggle with mental illness and the pressures of growing up in the spotlight, but her legacy remains as a gifted performer who left a lasting impact on both television and film. Hosts: Jason Beckerman & Derek Kaufman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    22 minutos
  • Ep. 112 - Mitch Hedberg

    Ep. 112 - Mitch Hedberg
    Apr 21 2025
    On March 30, 2005, Mitch Hedberg—the cult-favorite standup comedian best known for his surreal one-liners and laid-back delivery—died of a drug overdose at the age of 37. His passing cut short a singular voice in comedy, whose offbeat brilliance and shy charisma earned him a devoted following and the respect of peers across the industry. From his iconic late-night sets to his lasting influence on alternative comedy, Hedberg’s legacy as one of the most original and beloved comics of his generation continues to resonate. Hosts: Jason Beckerman & Derek Kaufman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    24 minutos
  • Ep. 111 - James Dean

    Ep. 111 - James Dean
    Apr 14 2025
    On September 30, 1955, James Dean—the magnetic actor whose brooding intensity and vulnerable charm captured the spirit of a generation— died in a horrific car crash at the age of 24. Dean’s brief career was defined by iconic roles in Rebel Without a Cause, East of Eden, and Giant, where he portrayed complex, emotionally raw characters that embodied a new kind of tortured masculinity rarely seen in American film. Though he only starred in three movies, his performances left an indelible mark on cinema, and his gruesome death at such a young age cemented his mythic status as a symbol of unrealized potential and the fragility of youth. Hosts: Jason Beckerman & Derek Kaufman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    23 minutos
  • Ep. 110 - George Steinbrenner

    Ep. 110 - George Steinbrenner
    Apr 7 2025
    On July 13, 2010, George Steinbrenner—the fiery and relentless owner who turned the New York Yankees into a global juggernaut—died of a heart attack at the age of 80. His passing marked the end of an era defined by his insatiable drive for winning, controversial leadership style, and willingness to spend whatever it took to build a dynasty. From his fierce clashes with managers and players to his transformative impact on modern baseball economics, Steinbrenner’s legacy as one of the most influential—and polarizing—figures in sports history endures. Hosts: Jason Beckerman & Derek Kaufman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    21 minutos