Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard

Listen Now: BETH’S DEAD

Oct 30, 2025
A longtime fan dives into the unsettling mystery behind two beloved podcasters who vanished years ago. As secrets unfold, listeners discover chilling events involving police and a tragic death. Emotional reactions surface as concerns for the podcasters' safety grow. Disturbing listener emails add to the tension, leaving everyone questioning the nature of their investigation. Tune in for a gripping tale filled with twists and real-life intrigue.
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INSIGHT

Parasocial Bonds Can Turn Two-Way

  • Parasocial relationships can become reciprocated and dangerous when boundaries break down.
  • Monica Padman realized a simple fan-host dynamic escalated into real-life threats and police involvement.
ADVICE

Check Sudden Silence With Caution

  • Treat sudden silence from creators as a signal to investigate rather than assume burnout.
  • Reach out carefully and consider the possibility of safety or legal issues behind abrupt endings.
ANECDOTE

Why A Favorite Podcast Ended Suddenly

  • Elizabeth and Andy abruptly stopped their podcast in 2016 and later revealed a disturbing reason.
  • Their story involved changed locks, LAPD involvement, and the death of a listener that forced them off the air.
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