Elizabeth Whittington

Beloved actor and environmental activist Ed Begley Jr. shares hilarious and poignant stories of his improbable life, focusing on his relationship with his legendary father, adventures with Hollywood icons, the origins of his environmental activism, addiction and recovery, and his lifelong search for wisdom and common ground.

In this brutally candid memoir, Academy Award and Golden Globe nominee Eric Roberts pulls no punches about the ups and downs of his career and his sometimes stormy relationship with his famous sister, Julia.

This week, in Arlington Heights, Illinois, a wild series of murders, some involving one family, make this a tale for the ages. Jealousy, and extreme anger seem to be the running theme, when a young woman is horribly beaten to death, a few years after her cousin was also murdered. Then, there's even more murder, as the murderer's husband murders someone, while claiming his ex wive's "spirit" forces him to! Confused? This episode will make it all make sense!!Along the way, we find out that some independent bands dominate the fair circuit, that jealousy is a terribly dumb reason to kill someone, ...

This week, in Great Bend, Kansas, when a normal couple wades into the strange world of carnivals & carnies, they fall prey to a group of carnival workers, who believe that they're trying to get themselves initiated into the "carnival mafia", and only need to kill to become members. They choose to kill in a brutal, and awful way, but they luckily left a trail leading right to them, and the stupidity flows from there!!Along the way, we find out that carnies go from county fair to county fair, that anyone can be anyone on the phone, and that you shouldn't take murder instructions over Facebook ...

This week, in Willard, Missouri, when bags of body parts are discovered along a farm, it turns out to be a very unlikely victim, that leads to a very unlikely killer. The evidence seems overwhelming, with everything from blood, to fingerprints, but is there someone else involved, that everyone is hiding, for some reason? And is there another murder?? A truly cruel, and heartless mess!Along the way, we find out that beer, wine, cheese & chocolate are apparently best consumed, with no children around, that bands don't want any murderers in their fan clubs, and that you shouldn't refer to someone...

This week, in McLean, Virginia, a frantic 911 call, from an out of state boyfriend starts an investigation, where a mother, and her adult daughter are found dead, in the same house. What initially looks like a standard murder/suicide, turns into a crazy plot, involving some wild staging, and very incriminating phone calls. The killer claims innocence until the very end, but the evidence was just too strong!Along the way, we find out that good bands play longer than 20 minute sets, that even rich people apparently have problems, and that even when the explanation seems obvious, there may be ...

Two comedians look at a small town, what makes it tick, and a murder that took place there. In depth research, horrible tragedy, and the hosts' comedic spin on the whole thing. New episodes every Thursday!!

Can’t sleep? You’re not alone—and there’s help. Nothing Much Happens is a bedtime story podcast beloved by millions. Yoga and meditation teacher Kathryn Nicolai tells soothing, cozy stories where—just as the title says—nothing much happens. That’s the magic. Instead of spiraling thoughts or anxious scrolling, you’ll be gently guided to a calm, comfortable place. Each episode is read twice, with a slower second telling to ease you into rest. Trusted by listeners for over seven years and streamed more than 180 million times, it’s a ritual of safety, comfort, and sleep. Find ...