HOLLYWOODLAND
Double Elvis
The mysterious death of Brittany Murphy. David Lynch and the real-life brutal murder that inspired Twin Peaks. Steve McQueen’s brush with Charles Manson. The three conspiracies surrounding Marilyn Monroe’s death. The indecent arrest of John Waters. Dennis Hopper’s easy riding and excessive 70s Hollywood. Woody Harrelson’s Dad’s connection to the JFK assassination. The obsessive murder of Dorothy Stratten. Bill Murray’s bust. Chris Farley burning out too soon. Al Pacino’s armed robbery. The serial killer and Gianni Versace. Heath Ledger’s overdose. If it’s a story that meets up at the corner of Hollywood and True Crime, then it’s an episode of HOLLYWOODLAND, the show that explores the lives of our most celebrated actors and actresses through the true crimes that have most impacted them. Hosted and produced by award winning podcaster Jake Brennan, creator of DISGRACELAND, HOLLYWOODLAND is the first true spin-off of DISGRACELAND and is produced similarly with edge-of-your-seat storytelling and gripping, immersive sound design by the folks at Double Elvis. Episodes are roughly 30 minutes long and released every Monday.
Episodes
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Dec 26, 2025 • 42min
Bonus Episode: New Years Eve in Hollywoodland
In this special holiday bonus episode, Zeth and Jake talk about some of their favorite New Year’s Eve movies, from ‘Boogie Nights’ and ‘The Godfather Pt. II’ to ‘Four Rooms’ and ‘200 Cigarettes.’ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 24, 2025 • 41min
Bonus Episode: Joy, Melancholy, and Chris Farley (Plus, the Funniest Movie Performances of All Time)
On this week’s Wrap Party, Zeth is talking about the joy and melancholy of the holiday season, and how that relates to the comedy of Chris Farley. Plus, we hear from all of you on the funniest movie performances of all time. Call or text (617) 906-6638, email disgracelandpod@gmail.com, or reach out on socials @disgracelandpod. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 22, 2025 • 36min
Chris Farley: Raging Bulls, Insatiable Appetites, Dead Comics, and a Four-Day Plunge off the Edge
Everything about Chris Farley was larger than life. His comedy, his laughs, the risks he took in front of a live studio audience – they were all bigger than anyone else's. So were his appetites. Not just for performance, but for life. He plowed through a plate glass window, 15 stories above downtown Chicago. He was kicked out of college for burning down a girl's house. He disappeared with two Playboy models in Los Angeles and woke up the next morning in Hawaii. He modeled his career on an iconic dead comedian – even following the comic's path, straight to an early grave. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 19, 2025 • 34min
Bonus Episode: Is Gremlins the Greatest Offbeat Christmas Movie?
In the second of three special bonus episodes for the holiday season, Zeth and Double Elvis' Head of Production Matt Beaudoin do a deep dive into the 1984 classic movie 'Gremlins.' They talk about the incredible special effects, the weird mind of director Joe Dante, and the surprising ways in which it connects with the grandaddy of Christmas movies, 'It's a Wonderful Life.' To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 17, 2025 • 40min
Bonus Episode: Remembering Rob Reiner, Unseen Style, and the Weirdest Movies of All Time
On this week’s Wrap Party, Zeth remembers Rob Reiner, and gets into the genius of what Sidney Lumet would call “unseen style.” We also hear all of your takes on the weirdest movies you’ve ever seen. Call or text (617) 906-6638, email disgracelandpod@gmail.com, or reach out on socials @disgracelandpod.
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Dec 15, 2025 • 39min
David Lynch: A Brutal Murder, a Corrupt Small Town, and the Secret Origins of Twin Peaks
A shocking murder in 1908 unveils a corrupt small town steeped in vice and deceit. The tale of Hazel Drew's brutal death reveals hidden connections to powerful figures and cover-ups. The discovery of her body at Teal's Pond sparks intrigue and hints at dark local secrets. Echoes of her story resonate in David Lynch's Twin Peaks, blending music and mystery. Theories swirl around her death involving hush money and a local bartender. As the truth remains buried, the case is deemed unsolvable, keeping the town's skeletons safely hidden.
Dec 12, 2025 • 38min
Bonus Episode: Christmas Movies Are Crime Movies
Why is it that some of the most compelling “Christmas movies” aren’t traditional Christmas movies at all, but instead use the holiday spirit as a contrast for crime, grime, and transgressive behavior? Zeth Lundy and Jake Brennan get into the Christmas spirit by talking about ‘Die Hard,’ ‘Lethal Weapon,’ ‘Eyes Wide Shut,’ ‘Goodfellas,’ and more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 10, 2025 • 41min
Bonus Episode: Trash vs. Treasure and Tarantino Talking Trash
On this week’s Wrap Party, Zeth is talking about subjectivity in film, trash vs. treasure, and Quentin Tarantino talking trash about Paul Dano. Call or text (617) 906-6638, email disgracelandpod@gmail.com, or reach out on socials @disgracelandpod. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 8, 2025 • 38min
John Waters: Subversion, Shock, and the Ultimate Outsider
The films of John Waters were so nasty, so shocking ,and so subversive that shock author William Burroughs called him "The Pope of Trash." But from his beginnings in X-rated art films to cult classics like Hairspray and Crybaby, John Waters created and cultivated his own peculiar niche in film while nurturing the unique company of players who became a family of outcasts.
This episode was originally published on March 31, 2025. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 3, 2025 • 43min
Bonus Episode: The Hilarious and Absurd ‘Chair Company,’ Tarantino Wannabes, and Kidnappings on and off the Screen
On this week’s Wrap Party, Zeth is joined by Double Elvis’ Head of Production, Matt Beaudoin, to break down the first season of Tim Robinson’s hilarious and absurd show ‘The Chair Company.’ Plus, we hear from you about your favorite holiday movies, and we want to know: what’s the best kidnapping film? Call or text (617) 906-6638, email disgracelandpod@gmail.com, or reach out on socials @disgracelandpod. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
