On July 24, 2025, Hulk Hogan — the larger-than-life wrestling icon who turned leg drops into legend and red-and-yellow into a movement — died of cardiac arrest at the age of 71. With his handlebar mustache, 24-inch pythons, and booming charisma, Hogan transcended the squared circle to become a pop culture phenomenon, anchoring wrestling’s 1980s explosion and redefining what it meant to be a sports entertainer. From the roar of WrestleMania crowds to Saturday morning cartoons and action figures, he embodied an era where heroes were unapologetic, loud, and larger-than-life.
Hosts: Jason Beckerman & Derek Kaufman
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Special Episode: Ozzy Osbourne
On July 22, 2025, Ozzy Osbourne — the heavy metal pioneer whose growling vocals, unrelenting stage presence, and unfiltered personality made him a legend across generations — died peacefully at his home surrounded by family at the age of 76. As the frontman of Black Sabbath, he helped forge a new genre of music rooted in darkness, power, and rebellion. As a solo artist, he channeled chaos into anthems that defined a decade. And in his final act, he became an unlikely reality TV icon — inviting the world into his home and changing the face of pop culture forever.
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Special Episode: Malcolm-Jamal Warner
On Jul 20, 2025, Malcolm-Jamal Warner — the actor, poet, director, and musician who came of age on one of America’s most iconic sitcoms — died at the age of 54 after accidentally drowning in the ocean while on vacation with his daughter. Best known as Theo Huxtable on The Cosby Show, Warner spent the better part of his life evolving beyond the role that made him famous, building a career grounded in depth, dignity, and creative reinvention. From his Emmy-nominated teenage years to his acclaimed performances on The Resident and American Crime Story, Warner brought quiet strength and emotional complexity to every character he played.
Hosts: Jason Beckerman & Derek Kaufman
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Ep. 125 - Penny Marshall
On December 17, 2018, Penny Marshall — the trailblazing actress-turned-director who shattered Hollywood’s glass ceiling with heart, humor, and an unmistakable Bronx accent — died from complications related to diabetes at the age of 75. A sitcom star who became one of the most successful female filmmakers in history, Marshall brought warmth and wit to both sides of the camera, helming hits like Big, A League of Their Own, and Awakenings. Her legacy endures in every woman who calls the shots, in every underdog story told with empathy, and in every film that dares to believe that laughs and tears can share the same frame.
Hosts: Derek Kaufman & Jason Beckerman
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Special Update: Jeffrey Epstein
Shocking new details have surfaced surrounding the death of Jeffrey Epstein, including fresh evidence that’s reigniting questions about his alleged suicide and casting new light on his ties to President Donald Trump.
Hosts: Derek Kaufman & Jason Beckerman
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Last Days explores the final days of some of the biggest icons in sports and entertainment, breaking down precisely what led to the passing of figures who were larger than life but somehow even bigger in death. Derek Kaufman and Jason Beckerman debunk the myths, unpack the tragedies, and tell the real stories behind the most fascinating celebrity deaths.
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