What a Creep

What a Creep

Margo Donohue

Hosts Margo and Sonia chat about Creeps. We talk about Creeps of the past and the present: It's the who's who of who's the worst. Do you have a story about one of the Creeps we covered? Email us at whatacreeppodcast@gmail.com.

Kendrick Lamar, Drake,  and the 2025 Super Bowl (Mustard!!!!!!)

Kendrick Lamar, Drake, and the 2025 Super Bowl (Mustard!!!!!!)

What a CreepKendrick Lamar & the Drake FeudSeason 28, Episode 5The 56th annual Super Bowl became the backdrop for the intense feud between Kendrick Lamar and Drake, one of the most significant rivalries in modern hip-hop. Fueled by long-standing tensions over artistic credibility, lyrical skill, and industry dominance, this conflict has been brewing for over a decade. However, it escalated in 2024 with a series of explosive diss tracks. Kendrick's songs "Euphoria" and "Not Like Us" took direct s

Feb 14, • 1:08:15

The NFL, Janet Jackson, & the 2004 Nipple Gate Controvesy

The NFL, Janet Jackson, & the 2004 Nipple Gate Controvesy

What a CreepThe Super Bowl’s Big Wardrobe MalfunctionSeason 28, Episode 4It was the wardrobe malfunction seen around the world. We’re going to talk about the infamous 2004 Super Bowl Halftime Show. The entire country lost their collective mind because they got a glimpse of Janet Jackson’s boob for less than a second during what they like to pretend is a family-friendly cultural event. In reality, we’re watching a brutal sport in which men are getting concussions for our entertainment, sandwiched

Feb 7, • 58:05

Andrew Kehoe and the Bath School Disaster (1927)

Andrew Kehoe and the Bath School Disaster (1927)

What a CreepAndrew Kehoe & the Bath School Disaster (1927)Season 28, Episode 3Andrew Kehoe was a mass murderer who, nearly one hundred years ago, instigated the most significant school tragedy in the United States, which occurred in Bath Township, Michigan. A disgruntled farmer who lost an election for the position of treasurer on the Bath Township School Board, Kehoe used dynamite to create chaos, resulting in the deaths of 45 people and injuries to 58 more. In this episode, we will talk about

Jan 31, • 50:42

John Harvey Kellogg: Creepy Cereal Advocate

John Harvey Kellogg: Creepy Cereal Advocate

What a CreepJohn Harvey KelloggSeason 28, Episode 2Kellogg’s Corn Flakes was the boring cereal in my Kellogg’s cereal variety pack, but it’s the one that started them all. And one of the men behind that cereal was John Harvey Kellogg.John Harvey Kellogg championed nutrition and a holistic approach to health. But he was also a eugenicist, which, if you don’t know, is the inaccurate theory that humans can be improved through selective breeding of populations. He also advocated for forced steriliza

Jan 24, • 52:05

John Hughes & His Most Problematic Movies: Sixteen Candles, The Breakfast Club, Pretty in Pink, & More!

John Hughes & His Most Problematic Movies: Sixteen Candles, The Breakfast Club, Pretty in Pink, & More!

What a CreepSome of the Creepiest Plots to John Hughes FilmsSeason 28, Episode 1John Hughes accomplished the remarkable feat of being a quintessential Baby Boomer while still resonating with Generation X and Millennials through his films. Movies—such as 16 Candles, The Breakfast Club, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, Pretty in Pink, and She’s Having a Baby—became essential viewing for generations that felt overlooked by mainstream media. He genuinely seemed like “one of us.”However, when we examine his

Jan 17, • 1:26:54

Wrestling & Reality TV Creep Hulk Hogan

Wrestling & Reality TV Creep Hulk Hogan

What a CreepHulk HoganSeason 27, Episode 12Are you ready to talk about Hulk Hogan, brother?Wrestler Hulk Hogan was everywhere through the ’80s. He appeared on the cover of Sports Illustrated, TV Guide, and PEOPLE. He had his Saturday morning cartoon show and was the most-requested celebrity of the ’80s for the Make-A-Wish foundation. He also had a run of movies in the 80s and '90s. But now, he’s mainly known for lying, for a leaked sex tape filled with his racist and homophobic rants, and for be

Jan 10, • 50:21

Matt Gaetz Former Florida Rep & NOT the Attorney General

Matt Gaetz Former Florida Rep & NOT the Attorney General

What a CreepSeason 27, Episode 11Matt Gaetz - UPDATEMatt Gaetz is a garbage human being who is also the U.S. representative for the first congressional district of Florida. When he’s not kissing disgraced former president Trump’s ass and sending bad tweets, this sentient can of Axe Body Spray is voting against laws fighting sex trafficking while being investigated for sex trafficking.Updated sources:Vox - The Matt Gaetz Ethics Report, ExplainedThe New York Times - Key takeaways from the House Et

Jan 3, • 59:13

"The Day the Music Died" The Death of Buddy Holly, J.P. Richardson, and Richie Valens

"The Day the Music Died" The Death of Buddy Holly, J.P. Richardson, and Richie Valens

What a Creep“The Day the Music Died” Season 27, Episode 10"The Day the Music Died" is a phrase coined by singer-songwriter Don McLean in 1971 in his 8-and-a-half-minute song “American Pie.” The tragic deaths of Buddy Holly, The Big Bopper, and Ritchie Valens on February 3, 1959, shocked the world and have been the subject of study for decades. In this episode, I will discuss the lives of the men who lost their lives that night and the har

Dec 20, 2024 • 49:00

Joe Francis and "Girls Gone Wild" (Updated)

Joe Francis and "Girls Gone Wild" (Updated)

What a CreepJoe Francis (Update)Season 27, Episode 9With the release of the documentary series, “Girls Gone Wild: The Untold Story,” it’s time to revisit our Joe Francis episode. Francis was the founder and creator of Girls Gone Wild, which made him a millionaire 10 times over. He has also been convicted of tax evasion, bribery, false imprisonment, and assault and has pleaded no contest to child abuse and prostitution.Sources for this episode:Girls Gone Wild: The Untold Story on PeacockHollywood

Dec 13, 2024 • 58:04

UFC Creep Conor McGregor & 9 NON-Creepy Irish Women to Worship

UFC Creep Conor McGregor & 9 NON-Creepy Irish Women to Worship

What a CreepSeason 27, Episode 8Conor McGregorConor McGregor is a mixed martial arts fighter who became famous in the sport after winning Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) titles in two different weight classes. He’s also launched a whiskey and Irish Stout company and acted in the “Road House” remake. We don’t know much about the UFC or that “Road House” remake, but we know a creep when we see one. And this guy is a creep who is racist and has been accused of sexual assault multiple times and

Dec 6, 2024 • 53:58

The Disappointment of Gen X Men: Mix Tapes, Manic Pixies, Toxic Fandom, & More!

The Disappointment of Gen X Men: Mix Tapes, Manic Pixies, Toxic Fandom, & More!

What a CreepSeason 27, Episode 7The Disappointment of Gen-X MenBorn between 1965 and 1980, Gen X is often referred to as the “forgotten generation.” They were raised on MTV, punk rock, hiphop, the Cold War, afterschool specials, latchkey childhoods, and a healthy dose of cynicism. They gave us grunge music, independent films, mix-tape culture, and some of the best pop culture of the late 20th century. But along with all that coolness came a hefty dose of entitlement, misogyny, and resistance to

Nov 29, 2024 • 1:02:35

Kenneth Starr (Creepy Lawyer) & NON-Creep Thurgood Marshall

Kenneth Starr (Creepy Lawyer) & NON-Creep Thurgood Marshall

What a CreepSeason 27, Episode 6Ken StarrKen Starr was the independent prosecutor who basically wasted millions in taxpayer dollars to investigate President Bill Clinton. He’s also been on the wrong side of history when it comes to gay marriage, religious freedom, and sexual abuse. Over the course of his career, he argued 36 times before the Supreme Court.Oh, and he mentored Chief Justice John G. Roberts Jr. and Justice Brett M. Kavanaugh. Thanks a lot, creep.Sources for this episode:JezebelThe

Nov 22, 2024 • 42:35

Creepy Fairy Tale Origin Stories of The Little Mermaid, Little Red Riding Hood & Hansel and Gretel

Creepy Fairy Tale Origin Stories of The Little Mermaid, Little Red Riding Hood & Hansel and Gretel

What a CreepSeason 27, Episode 5Creepy Fairy Tale Origin Stories!Forget everything you learned from animated films… several beloved fairy tales are far from the joyous Disney creatures we have all seen since childhood. This episode discusses the dark worlds behind Little Red Riding Hood, The Little Mermaid, and Hansel and Gretel. The sanitized versions of these fairy tales we share today keep only hints of these origins, but the eerie stories lurking beneath the surface remind us that fairy tale

Nov 16, 2024 • 44:20

Pat Robertson (700 Club of Creepiness) & NON-Creep Melissa McCarthy

Pat Robertson (700 Club of Creepiness) & NON-Creep Melissa McCarthy

What a CreepSeason 27, Episode 4Pat RobertsonPat Robertson was a minister, televangelist, media mogul, and presidential candidate. He was head of Regent University and the Christian Broadcasting Network, where he hosted “The 700 Club.”He was also a creep who talked all kinds of crap about LGBTQ+ rights, feminism, race, and the right to abortion, all under the guise of religion, to a massive audience on his Christian Broadcasting Network. He was instrumental in creating the Christian Right moveme

Nov 8, 2024 • 50:16

Harry Powers & the Inspiration for "The Night of the Hunter"

Harry Powers & the Inspiration for "The Night of the Hunter"

What a CreepHarry Powers: The Inspiration for “The Night of the Hunter”Season 27, Episode 3Harry Powers, often called the "Lonely Hearts Killer," was a notorious American serial killer active in the early 1930s. Born Herman Drenth in the Netherlands in 1892, he emigrated to the United States and eventually settled in West Virginia. Powers used personal ads in newspapers to target his victims, posing as a lonely, wealthy bachelor seeking companionship. He lured women, often widows or divorcées, w

Nov 1, 2024 • 54:55

People Who Try to Ruin Halloween & Our NON-Creep Elvira, Mistress of the Dark

People Who Try to Ruin Halloween & Our NON-Creep Elvira, Mistress of the Dark

What a CreepSeason 27, Episode 2People Who Try to Ruin HalloweenPut on your costume and get out your Halloween candy. Let’s talk about the creeps that try to ruin Halloween.Sources for this episodeA&E TVBuzzfeedHuffington PostParents

Oct 25, 2024 • 1:12:04

The Salem Witch Trials and NON-Creep Margaret Hamilton (The "Bad" Witch)

The Salem Witch Trials and NON-Creep Margaret Hamilton (The "Bad" Witch)

What a CreepThe Salem Witch TrialsSeason 27, Episode 1The Salem Witch Trials were a series of hearings and prosecutions that took place in colonial Massachusetts from February 1692 to May 1693. These trials resulted in the execution of 20 individuals, most of whom were women, who were accused of practicing witchcraft. The hysteria began in the Puritan village of Salem, which is now present-day Danvers, but the panic quickly spread to other communities in the region. In this episode, we explore w

Oct 18, 2024 • 57:15

Charlie Chaplin (Replay episode of The Little Tramp)

Charlie Chaplin (Replay episode of The Little Tramp)

What a Creep: Season 9, Episode 8 Replay! Charlie ChaplinSonia & Margo replay their season nine Charlie Chaplin episode as he was one of the movie's most influential and recognizable faces. The image of the Little Tramp is a part of cultural history. It’s shorthand for classic film.Chaplin wrote, directed, produced, edited, starred in, and composed the music for most of his movies. Six of Chaplin's films have been selected for preservation in the National Film Registry by the United States Libra

Oct 11, 2024 • 40:32

Roy Cohn, "The Apprentice," & his mentorship of Trump

Roy Cohn, "The Apprentice," & his mentorship of Trump

What a Creep: Roy Cohn(Updated Intro & Replay from Season 4)Roy Cohn (1927–1986) was a prominent American lawyer known for his involvement in controversial cases. He gained national attention as chief counsel to Senator Joseph McCarthy during the McCarthy hearings in the 1950s. After working with McCarthy, Cohn became a private attorney, representing clients like Donald Trump and mafia bosses. Cohn's manipulative strategies served as a foundation for Trump's later tactics in his political career

Oct 4, 2024 • 1:00:22

"Wife Guys" &"Nice Guys"

"Wife Guys" &"Nice Guys"

What a CreepSeason 26, Episode 11Nice guys & wife guysWe’re talking about the dangers of nice guys and wife guys on this week’s episode. Sources for this episodeBuzzfeedF the Nice Guy podcast“Girl at the bar” from Saturday Night LiveJezebelThe ListMotherlyNew York TimesNew York Times“Nice guy syndrome” on Wikipedia“Wife guy” on WikipediaBe sure to follow us on social media. But don’t follow us too closely … don’t be a creep about it! Subscribe to us on Apple PodcastsTwitter: https://twitter.com/

Sep 27, 2024 • 49:49

The "Know Nothing" Party (1840-1860), Nativism, and the Creepy Racism in Springfield, Ohio

The "Know Nothing" Party (1840-1860), Nativism, and the Creepy Racism in Springfield, Ohio

GWhat a CreepSeason 26, Episode 10“The Know-Nothing Party," Nativism, and Springfield, Ohio Today”If you have been keeping up with the news, you may have heard about the city of Springfield, Ohio, where there have been over 33 bomb threats (as of this posting) targeting its Haitian residents. How did this situation come about? Today, we will delve into the origins of the Know Nothing Party, also known as the American Party, a nativist political movement in the United States during the 1840s and

Sep 20, 2024 • 1:19:16

The Definition of "Cool Girls and "Pick Me Girls"

The Definition of "Cool Girls and "Pick Me Girls"

What a CreepSeason 26, Episode 9Cool girls and pick-me girlsShe’s one of the guys. She says she prefers to hang out with guys because girls cause “too much drama.” “I’m not a feminist because I don’t hate men.”I’m not like other girls.” If this sounds familiar to you, maybe you know someone who’s a pick-me or cool girl. Let’s talk about it.Sources for this episodeThe AtlanticBuzzfeedCNNDictionary.comJezebelNew York MagazineWashington PostWomen’s Media Center“The Cool Girl Trope, Explained” on Th

Sep 13, 2024 • 56:30

Neil Gaiman (Creepy Famous Author) & NON-Creep John Green ("The Fault in Our Stars")

Neil Gaiman (Creepy Famous Author) & NON-Creep John Green ("The Fault in Our Stars")

What a CreepSeason 26, Episode 8Neil GaimanBeloved author Neil Gaiman has recently been involved in a controversy following multiple allegations of sexual assault. Several women have come forward with accusations, some dating back decades. For example, a former employee at Gaiman's property accused him of coercive sexual behavior during her stay from 2014 to 2021. Other women have made similar claims, including Julia Hobsbawm, who described an unwanted sexual advance in the 1980s.According to a

Sep 6, 2024 • 1:09:41

Ronald Reagan: Supply Side Economics & "Welfare Queens"

Ronald Reagan: Supply Side Economics & "Welfare Queens"

What a CreepSeason 26, Episode 7Ronald Reagan, trickledown economics & welfare queensIt’s time to talk about President Ronald Reagan’s “trickle-down economics” tax policy, which has been described as the most enduring failed policy idea in American politics. And that leads into Reagan’s narrative of “the welfare queen,” the undeserving women who are freeloading off of the American taxpayers, AND THAT feeds into the bigger story of people living in poverty who don’t want to work. What a creep.Sou

Aug 30, 2024 • 59:09

Sun City and Artists United Against Apartheid

Sun City and Artists United Against Apartheid

What a CreepSeason 26, Episode 5 Sun City and Apartheid in South Africa Sun City is a luxury resort and casino complex in South Africa. During the apartheid era (1948-1990s), it became infamous for hosting international artists despite the global cultural boycott of South Africa. The South African government promoted Sun City as a major entertainment destination, but for many, it symbolized the oppression and exploitation of apartheid. Artists United Against Apartheid was a collective of musicia

Aug 23, 2024 • 1:08:50

President Ronald Reagan and the AIDS Crisis

President Ronald Reagan and the AIDS Crisis

What a CreepSeason 26, Episode 4President Ronald Reagan and the AIDS crisisWhen the AIDS epidemic started in the early ’80s, the Reagan administration's response mainly involved making jokes in the daily press briefings. Throughout his two terms as president, Reagan and his administration didn’t even do the bare minimum to help. According to The Atlantic, almost 83,000 cases of AIDS were confirmed while Reagan was in the White House, and nearly 50,000 people died of the disease.  Reagan, what a

Aug 21, 2024 • 1:10:42

Ronald Reagan and “The Mental Health Systems Act 1980”

Ronald Reagan and “The Mental Health Systems Act 1980”

What a CreepSeason 26, Episode 3Ronald Reagan “The Mental Health Systems Act 1980”The Mental Health Systems Act of 1980 was a significant legislation to improve mental health care in the United States. It was signed into law by President Jimmy Carter on October 7, 1980. The act was intended to restructure the federal approach to mental health services, emphasizing community-based care and providing grants to community mental health centers to improve their services.When Ronald Reagan assumed the

Aug 21, 2024 • 1:29:36

Ronald Reagan's Presidency and His Handling of the AIDS Crisis

Ronald Reagan's Presidency and His Handling of the AIDS Crisis

What a CreepSeason 26, Episode 4Ronald Reagan and the AIDS crisisWhen the AIDS epidemic started in the early ’80s, the Reagan administration's response mainly involved making jokes in the daily press briefings. Throughout his two terms as president, Reagan and his administration didn’t even do the bare minimum to help. According to The Atlantic, almost 83,000 cases of AIDS were confirmed while Reagan was in the White House, and nearly 50,000 people died of the disease.  Reagan, what a creep. Tri

Aug 21, 2024 • 1:10:42

Ronald Reagan and “The Mental Health Systems Act 1980”

Ronald Reagan and “The Mental Health Systems Act 1980”

What a CreepSeason 26, Episode 3Ronald Reagan “The Mental Health Systems Act 1980”The Mental Health Systems Act of 1980 was a significant piece of legislation to improve mental health care in the United States. It was signed into law by President Jimmy Carter on October 7, 1980. The act was intended to restructure the federal approach to mental health services, emphasizing community-based care and providing grants to community mental health centers to improve their services.When Ronald Reagan as

Aug 21, 2024 • 1:29:36

Ronald Reagan and the AIDS Crisis of the 1980s

Ronald Reagan and the AIDS Crisis of the 1980s

What a CreepSeason 26, Episode 4President Ronald Reagan and the AIDS crisisWhen the AIDS epidemic started in the early ’80s, the Reagan administration's response mainly involved making jokes in the daily press briefings. Throughout his two terms as president, Reagan and his administration didn’t even do the bare minimum to help. According to The Atlantic, almost 83,000 cases of AIDS were confirmed while Reagan was in the White House, and nearly 50,000 people died of the disease.  Reagan, what a

Aug 16, 2024 • 1:10:42

WAC Ronald Reagan and the Destruction of the Mental Health Systems Act of 1980

WAC Ronald Reagan and the Destruction of the Mental Health Systems Act of 1980

What a CreepSeason 26, Episode 3Ronald Reagan and “The Mental Health Systems Act 1980”The Mental Health Systems Act of 1980 was a significant piece of legislation to improve mental health care in the United States. It was signed into law by President Jimmy Carter on October 7, 1980. The act was intended to restructure the federal approach to mental health services, emphasizing community-based care and providing grants to community mental health centers to improve their services.When Ronald Reaga

Aug 9, 2024 • 1:29:36

Phyllis Schlafly: Creepy Woman Hater

Phyllis Schlafly: Creepy Woman Hater

What a CreepSeason 26, Episode 2Phyllis SchlaflyBut before we had those weird losers like Lauren Bobert, Majorie Taylor Greene, and Laura Loomer, we had Phyllis Schlafly. Schlafly was a conservative activist who successfully campaigned against the ratification of the Equal Rights Amendment to the U.S. Constitution because she thought women should stay home, and we were lucky to do so. Her work in the conservative movement paved the way for so much of what we see now in the GOP platform, includin

Aug 2, 2024 • 1:10:32

Roscoe Fatty Arbuckle & Virginia Rappe Scandal 1921

Roscoe Fatty Arbuckle & Virginia Rappe Scandal 1921

What a CreepSeason 26, Episode 1Fatty Arbuckle: The First Movie Star ScandalThe Fatty Arbuckle scandal in the 1920s significantly impacted Hollywood and the career of comedian Roscoe "Fatty" Arbuckle. He was accused of raping and accidentally killing an aspiring actress named Virginia Rappe during a party he hosted. After three trials, Arbuckle was acquitted, but his career suffered, and he was blacklisted in Hollywood. Rappe’s cause of death was never properly explored, and her legacy is that o

Jul 26, 2024 • 1:26:08

Toxic Fandom: Star Wars, Star Trek, Marvel Universe, DC, & The Lord of the Rings

Toxic Fandom: Star Wars, Star Trek, Marvel Universe, DC, & The Lord of the Rings

What a CreepSeason 25, Episode 10Toxic FandomIn this week’s episode, we’re talking about toxic fandom. From “Star Wars” and “Star Trek” to the MCU and “Lord of the Rings,” these so-called fans resort to bullying, racism, misogyny, and even death threats—all in the name of a movie, TV show, or video game that they claim to love. Sources for this episodeBuzzFeedBuzzFeedColliderCNNThe Daily BeastGizmodoForbesHollywood ReporterIndieWireThe Mary SueThe New York TimesThe New YorkerPsychology TodayVery

Jul 19, 2024 • 59:56

Anthony Kiedis & The Red Hot Chili Peppers

Anthony Kiedis & The Red Hot Chili Peppers

What a Creep Season 20, Episode 8Anthony KiedisAnthony Kiedis is the lead vocalist of the American rock band Red Hot Chili Peppers, a position he has held since the band's formation in 1983. The band is known for its energetic performances and eclectic style, blending rock, funk, and punk influences. The band's notable albums include "Blood Sugar Sex Magik," "Californication," "By the Way," and "Stadium Arcadium." Kiedis has also written an autobiography titled "Scar Tissue," which delves into

Jul 12, 2024 • 1:02:42

George Washington and the Tale of Ona Judge (REPLAY)

George Washington and the Tale of Ona Judge (REPLAY)

What a Creep (Replay!) Season 20, Episode 7George Washington and the Tale of Ona JudgeGeorge Washington is the “Father of Our Country” and one of American history's most revered Founding Fathers. We heard tales of how brave he was and that he could not tell a lie. He also famously refused to create a fiefdom with the office of President, which means we are not stuck with someone in office unless they are duly elected. Like many white people of his time, he enslaved people. This is a fact, and th

Jul 4, 2024 • 1:03:52

Creepy Movie Protagonists: St. Elmo's Fire, Sex and The City, Purple Rain, Grease, & More!

Creepy Movie Protagonists: St. Elmo's Fire, Sex and The City, Purple Rain, Grease, & More!

What a CreepSeason 25, Episode 8Movie Character CreepsWe’re doing a different kind of episode this week. We’re talking about movie character creeps. More specifically, fictional characters who we don’t think of as creeps at first, but then maybe you see the movie again and think, “Huh. That person sucks.” This is a list of movie characters who we are supposed to like, but, in fact, they’re a real asshole, or even worse, a real fuckin’ creep. Movie sources (all of these are available for rent or

Jun 28, 2024 • 49:44

The Killing of Dominique Dunne by John Thomas Sweeney & NON-Creep Theresa Saldana "Victims for Victims"

The Killing of Dominique Dunne by John Thomas Sweeney & NON-Creep Theresa Saldana "Victims for Victims"

What a CreepSeason 25, Episode 7The Murder of Dominique Dunne by John Thomas SweeneyDominique Dunne, known for her role in the 1982 film "Poltergeist," had a bright future. Tragically, her life was cut short on October 30, 1982, when her ex-boyfriend strangled her, John Thomas Sweeney, outside her West Hollywood home. She never regained consciousness and died on November 4, 1982, at just 22 years old.The trial that followed sparked outrage. Sweeney was convicted of voluntary manslaughter, not mu

Jun 21, 2024 • 1:10:12

Creepy Character Actors: Stephen Collins & Jeffrey Jones

Creepy Character Actors: Stephen Collins & Jeffrey Jones

What a CreepSeason 25, Episode 6The character actor edition: Stephen Collins & Jeffrey JonesStephen Collins is known for his role in the wholesome WB drama series “7th Heaven” from 1996 to 2007. Jeffrey Jones is probably best known for the cartoonish principal in “Ferris Bueller's Day Off” or the clueless dad in “Beetlejuice.”These character actors have probably appeared in some of your favorite things to watch, but they’re also creeps. Trigger warning: Child molestation and digital child sexual

Jun 15, 2024 • 45:42

Architectural Creepy History with Frank Lloyd Wright and NON Creep Joseph Eichler

Architectural Creepy History with Frank Lloyd Wright and NON Creep Joseph Eichler

What a CreepSeason 25, Episode 5Frank Lloyd WrightFrank Lloyd Wright (1867-1959) is a towering figure in 20th-century architecture, known for his groundbreaking designs and innovative philosophies. He was known as one of the top creators of the Prairie School Movement, Organic Architecture, and Usonian Homes. Notable Works include Taliesin, the Guggenheim Museum, Unity Temple, and Falling Rock. He established the Taliesin Fellowship in 1932 and mentored young architects worldwide. However, his p

Jun 7, 2024 • 49:28

NFL Creeps Harrison Butker & Aaron Rodgers

NFL Creeps Harrison Butker & Aaron Rodgers

What a CreepSeason 25, Episode 4Even more NFL Creeps - Harrison Butker & Aaron RodgersHarrison Butker is the Kansas City Chiefs kicker who showed his bigoted true face while speaking at a graduation ceremony earlier this month. Aaron Rodgers is a quarterback for the New York Jets who has many bad takes about vaccines, 9/11, and Sandy Hook because he does “his own research.”Harrison Butker sourcesThe Daily BeastThe Mary SueNew York PostNew York TimesPeople MagazineSports IllustratedYahoo NewsWonk

May 31, 2024 • 55:44

Morgan Spurlock (Complicated Creepiness) & a Kevin Spacey Update

Morgan Spurlock (Complicated Creepiness) & a Kevin Spacey Update

What a Creep: Morgan Spurlock (Complicated Creep)& Kevin Spacey (Update and Replay)Season 25, Episode 3Kevin Spacey is a name that might be synonymous with some of your favorite movies from the 1990s, such as Swimming with Sharks, The Usual Suspects, Se7en, LA Confidential, A Time To Kill, and American Beauty. A man who has not only won two Oscars, multiple Golden Globes, Screen Actors Guild awards, and critic awards but has also been a celebrated figure in the entertainment industry. He plays c

May 24, 2024 • 1:19:12

John Landis (Creepy Director) & NON-Creep George Miller

John Landis (Creepy Director) & NON-Creep George Miller

What a CreepSeason 25, Episode 2John LandisJohn Landis, a well-known director and father of past Creep Max Landis, has directed some of the most successful comedies, including Animal House, Trading Places, and Coming to America. While directing his segment for 1983’s The Twilight Zone: The Movie, a helicopter accident tragically resulted in the deaths of actor Vic Morrow and child actors Myca Dinh Le and Renee Shin-Yi Chen. In 1987, Landis was charged with involuntary manslaughter but was ultima

May 17, 2024 • 1:02:00

Comedy Creep Andy Dick and NON-Creep Bob Odenkirk

Comedy Creep Andy Dick and NON-Creep Bob Odenkirk

What a CreepSeason 25, Episode 1Andy DickYou probably know Andy Dick from the “The Ben Stiller Show” or “NewsRadio.” But he’s also famous for a very long history of harassing, groping, licking, and punching people, as well as whipping *it out in public. He has struggled with drug and alcohol abuse, but that’s no excuse for his behavior. What a creep.Sources for this episode CBS NewsCrackedEntertainment WeeklyLooperPage SixPage SixPeople MagazineThe ThingsVoxYahoo NewsWikipediaTrigger warnings: A

May 10, 2024 • 42:42

Baseball Creepy History: The Chicago Cubs Eddie Waitkus Tragedy & NON-Creep Hunter Pence (SF Giants)

Baseball Creepy History: The Chicago Cubs Eddie Waitkus Tragedy & NON-Creep Hunter Pence (SF Giants)

What a CreepSeason 24, Episode 10The True Crime Story Behind “The Natural”The Eddie Waitkus shooting is a notable event in baseball history. It occurred in 1949 when the popular first baseman (and WW2 hero) for the Philadelphia Phillies was shot by an obsessed fan named Ruth Steinhagen. The incident was a shocking reminder of the dangers of celebrity obsession. Also, it inspired Bernard Malamud's novel The Natural, which was later adapted into a popular film starring Robert Redford (who played a

May 3, 2024 • 49:42

Karl Lagerfeld (Fashionably Creepy Fashionista) & NON-Creep Carol Burnett

Karl Lagerfeld (Fashionably Creepy Fashionista) & NON-Creep Carol Burnett

What a CreepSeason 24, Episode 9Karl LagerfeldKarl Lagerfeld was a fashion designer best known for heading Chanel for over 30 years. He was one of the first designers to channel their fashion leadership into becoming a public figure. He developed this image as “the Kaiser,” a too-cool snob with dark sunglasses, fingerless gloves, and a ponytail that got him almost as much attention as his designs for Chanel.Sure, he was a fashion icon, but our man Karl was also fatphobic, racist, and misogynisti

Apr 26, 2024 • 36:59

Desperate Housewives & Marc Cherry Plus, NON-Creep The Office's Michael Schur

Desperate Housewives & Marc Cherry Plus, NON-Creep The Office's Michael Schur

What a CreepSeason 24, Episode 8The Creepy History of the “Desperate Housewives”"Desperate Housewives" was a famous American TV series from 2004 to 2012 set in Wisteria Lane, a seemingly perfect suburb. The show followed the lives of women and their families, uncovering secrets, scandals, and mysteries. The main characters included Susan Mayer, Lynette Scavo, Bree Van de Kamp, Gabrielle Solis, and Edie Britt, each with their unique romance, betrayal, and drama storylines. The biggest drama, howe

Apr 19, 2024 • 56:50

Fox News Celebrities: Dean Cain, Kristy Swanson, & Kevin Sorbo Plus, NON-Creep Alan Ritchson "Reacher'

Fox News Celebrities: Dean Cain, Kristy Swanson, & Kevin Sorbo Plus, NON-Creep Alan Ritchson "Reacher'

What a CreepSeason 24, Episode 7Fox News celebrities: Dean Cain, Kristy Swanson & Kevin SorboFor some reason, Fox News loves to bring on celebrities to comment on political news, but the only “celebrities” they can get are Ted Nugent, Kid Rock, and these three - Dean Cain, Kristy Swanson, and Kevin Sorbo. Check out their Twitter feeds for all things anti-science, racist, homophobic, and transphobic.Sources for this episode: ComplexThe Daily BeastHuffington PostSalonSouthern Poverty Law CenterYah

Apr 12, 2024 • 1:00:51

Diane Downs & Ann Rule's "Small Sacrifices"

Diane Downs & Ann Rule's "Small Sacrifices"

What a CreepSeason 24, Episode 7Diane DownsDiane Downs gained infamy for the 1983 shooting of her three children, one of whom died, in Springfield, Oregon. The case became highly publicized due to the shocking nature of the crime and the subsequent investigation and trial. On May 19, 1983, Diane Downs drove her children to a rural road and shot them at close range. She then drove VERY SLOWLY  to a hospital, claiming that a “bushy-haired stranger” had shot her and her children during a carjacking

Apr 5, 2024 • 49:43

Kirk Cameron & Candace Cameron Bure & NON-Creep Blue's Clues Steve Burns

Kirk Cameron & Candace Cameron Bure & NON-Creep Blue's Clues Steve Burns

What a CreepSeason 24, Episode 6Kirk Cameron & Candace Cameron BureKirk Cameron starred in the ’80s sitcom “Growing Pains,” which made him a teenage heartthrob. He was never our guy. We’re Jason Bateman and Michael J. Fox girlies. His sister Candace Cameron Brue starred in “Full House,” TV movies, and more recently “Fuller House” on Netflix.At some point in their lives, they got on the Evangelical Christian train, which they then started using as an excuse for their homophobia. They love to talk

Mar 29, 2024 • 1:09:27

Royal Family Public Relations Fiascos with Kristen Meinzer of the Daily Fail podcast

Royal Family Public Relations Fiascos with Kristen Meinzer of the Daily Fail podcast

What a CreepRoyal Family PR FiascosSeason 24, Episode 5With the latest news of an insanely unusual news cycle that, unfortunately, includes Kate Middleton being diagnosed with cancer, we decided to speak to supreme royal expert and friend of the pod Kristen Meinzer of the Daily Fail podcast to talk about what the heck is going on with the House of Windsor. With baffling (or complete lack of?) strategic communications, a frighteningly low number of royals who can pinch-hit while King Charles is c

Mar 22, 2024 • 46:42

"Coyote V. Acme" Warner Bros Discovery's David Zaslav Strikes Aagain!

"Coyote V. Acme" Warner Bros Discovery's David Zaslav Strikes Aagain!

What a Creep“Coyote V. Acme Controversy”Season 24, Episode 4In February 1980, The New Yorker magazine published a satire called "Coyote V. Acme" written by Ian Frazier. The story was about Wile E. Coyote suing Acme, the company that supplied him with the equipment he used to try and catch the Road Runner, for all his injuries over the years. In 1987, the success of "Who Framed Roger Rabbit" led to the combination of animation and live actors in this story. However, it wasn't until the 2020s that

Mar 15, 2024 • 35:36

Libs of Tik Tok Chaya Raichik and NON-CREEP Jesse Eisenberg

Libs of Tik Tok Chaya Raichik and NON-CREEP Jesse Eisenberg

What a CreepLibs of TikTokSeason 24, Episode 2Libs of TikTok is a far-right social media account run by Chaya Raichik. Basically, its whole schtick is adding hateful commentary to content created by left-wing and LGBTQ+ people on social media platforms.Libs of TikTok has been blamed for sparking bomb threats, property damage, shooting threats, written and verbal harassment, and other forms of violence against individuals, hospitals, and schools across the country. The content posted on that acco

Mar 8, 2024 • 51:57

Sean Combs (Puff Daddy. P. Diddy, Diddy, Love) Mogul & Creep

Sean Combs (Puff Daddy. P. Diddy, Diddy, Love) Mogul & Creep

What a CreepSeason 24, Episode 1Sean “P. Diddy” CombsSean “Diddy” Combs has a notorious career as a singer, songwriter, music mogul, rapper, actor, and clothing designer. He has been trying to rebrand himself as “Brother Love” after years of rumors of bad behavior. This is going to be a tough one y’all, as we are talking about rape, assault, sex trafficking, drug abuse, and a history of violence associated with this man. Please take care as you listen. Today, we will give an overview of the late

Mar 1, 2024 • 56:35

Peter Thiel (Billionaire Venture Capitalist) & NON Creep Ruth Gottesman

Peter Thiel (Billionaire Venture Capitalist) & NON Creep Ruth Gottesman

What a CreepSeason 23, Episode 9Peter ThielPeter Thiel is a billionaire venture capitalist who cofounded PayPal and was an early investor in Facebook. He’s got some bad takes on diversity, women's rights, voting, and privacy. A self-described libertarian, Thiel is also a political activist and mainly donates to right-wing politicians who want to take away basic rights from the LGBTQIA+ community, even though he’s a member of that community. Sources for this episode:The AtlanticThe GuardianHuffin

Feb 27, 2024 • 33:48

Special Chris DeRosa of "Fixing Famous People" discussing the subjects we will (and won't) cover Plus, JLo!

Special Chris DeRosa of "Fixing Famous People" discussing the subjects we will (and won't) cover Plus, JLo!

What a CreepSeason 23, Episode 8Special Episode with Chris Derosa of Fixing Famous People “Never Will We Ever, Cover…”Chris De Rosa of the Fixing Famous People podcast comes on the show to chat with Margo about the subjects they are (mostly) certain they will never cover on their shows. (We reserve the right to charge our mind, however!)Topics covered include Erika Jayne and the HULU special. (OY!) Shayne Gillis on SNL https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/tv/2024/02/13/shane-gillis-hosti

Feb 16, 2024 • 51:07

Ann Woodward Murder Mystery//Feud FX Truman Capote VS. The Swans

Ann Woodward Murder Mystery//Feud FX Truman Capote VS. The Swans

What a CreepSeason 23, Episode 7Ann Woodward and the Curse of the Woodward FamilyOn October 30, 1955, William “Billy” Woodward was shot in the home he shared with his wife Ann. She told the police it was a case of mistaken identity as both carried guns to bed due to a recent spate of robberies in their town of Oyster Bay, New York. Did she kill her philandering spouse, who vocalized how much he had grown to despise her? Ann’s eventual acquittal in the case was a local Long Island scandal until T

Feb 9, 2024 • 1:07:47

Vince McMahon (WWE Creep) & NON-Creeps in Wrestling

Vince McMahon (WWE Creep) & NON-Creeps in Wrestling

What a CreepSeason 23, Episode 6Update on Vince McMahon (WWE Creep)Supercreep Vince McMahon is back in the news. A former employee is suing McMahon for physical and emotional abuse, sexual assault, and trafficking from 2019 to 2022. As a result, McMahon has resigned as chairman and CEO of World Wrestling Entertainment. Sources for the update:ABC NewsNew York TimesViceOur sources for the original episode:Vince McMahon What a Culture: 10 Seedy Stories Vince McMahon Wants You to ForgetLast Week Ton

Feb 2, 2024 • 52:04

Varg Vikernes & Kanye West//Burzum & Ye (Creepy Metal)

Varg Vikernes & Kanye West//Burzum & Ye (Creepy Metal)

What a CreepSeason 23, Episode 5Ye/Varg Vikernes/BurzumKanye West “Ye” is a one-person horrible public relations machine. If it’s not his ego, the misogyny, the bad music, and/or public ranting--you can always count on him to praise people like Adolph Hitler. In this episode, we talk about his latest stunt that sent shockwaves wherein he wore a t-shirt for a Norwegian death metal band (Burzum), showing he hasn’t learned anything since the last time he acted up. Sources for this episode: Vulture:

Jan 26, 2024 • 47:57

Method Acting Creeps: Vincent Gallo, Jared Leto, Marlon Brando & More!

Method Acting Creeps: Vincent Gallo, Jared Leto, Marlon Brando & More!

What a CreepSeason 23, Episode 5When method acting goes too farIf an actor wants to go deep on their character work for a movie, TV show, or play, and they’re not hurting anyone, knock yourself out. However, method acting isn’t an excuse to humiliate or assault people or create a hostile work environment. We talk about some actors and directors that go too far in the name of “art.”Sources for this episode: The AtlanticHarpers BazaarHollywood.comHollywood ReporterIndieWireIndieWireThe Mary SueThe

Jan 19, 2024 • 55:32

J.D. Salinger, Joyce Maynard & Messy Memoirs Plus, NON-Creep Toni Morrison

J.D. Salinger, Joyce Maynard & Messy Memoirs Plus, NON-Creep Toni Morrison

What a CreepSeason 23, Episode 4J.D. SalingerIn 1972, a teenager named Joyce Maynard wrote a New York Times magazine piece titled “An 18-Year-Old Looks Back at Life.” The daughter of artistic, brilliant parents who had many issues and tended to treat her as an adult--she was precocious and a veteran of magazine writing by the time she graduated from high school. Written during her first year at Yale, one of her fan letters was from 53-year-old J.D. Salinger--one of the most famous “genius” reclu

Jan 12, 2024 • 1:03:50

America's "Ugly Laws" (1860-1970) and NON-Creep Gypsy Rose Blanchard

America's "Ugly Laws" (1860-1970) and NON-Creep Gypsy Rose Blanchard

What a CreepSeason 23, Episode 3The history of ‘ugly laws’ in America (1860-1970) & NON-Creep Gypsy Rose BlanchardLaws are supposed to protect us, but from the 1860s to the 1970s, many cities nationwide had so-called “ugly laws.” The name makes it sound like the police were walking around and deciding if people were attractive enough to be in public, but ugly laws were a way to criminalize being poor or homeless and/or having disabilities and disfigurements. And played a part in the racial segre

Jan 5, 2024 • 51:47

Mel Gibson (Replay of 2019 episode) Happy Holidays from Margo & Sonia!!

Mel Gibson (Replay of 2019 episode) Happy Holidays from Margo & Sonia!!

What A CreepMel GibsonSeason 1, Episode 4 (REPLAY!)Sonia is out sick, so we are replaying one of our first season faves--Mel Gibson. Merry Creepmas to all who celebrate! Mel Gibson is a huge movie star. He has starred in massive blockbuster movies and won Academy Awards. At one time, he was one of the highest-paid actors in Hollywood. Hell, he was even People Magazine’s first-ever Sexiest Man Alive.Mel Gibson is also a racist, anti-semitic homophobe who somehow continues to work in Hollywood. Wh

Dec 22, 2023 • 54:17

The Slashing of NYC Model Marla Hanson (1986) & NON-Creepy Surgical Charities

The Slashing of NYC Model Marla Hanson (1986) & NON-Creepy Surgical Charities

What a CreepSeason 23, Episode 2The 1986 Attack on Model Marla Hanson On Thursday, June 5, 1986, in New York City, 24-year-old Marla Hanson was lashed across her face with razors at the behest of her landlord (Steven Roth), who was fascinated with the rising model and upset she wanted to leave his apartment building. The case made her famous across the country for her moxie and vitality. It was also yet another reminder of how violent New York was in the 1980s. The eventual trials against Roth a

Dec 16, 2023 • 51:14

The Motion Pictures Association (MPA) Film Ratings Fail & NON-Creep Brenda Lee

The Motion Pictures Association (MPA) Film Ratings Fail & NON-Creep Brenda Lee

What a CreepSeason 23, Episode 1The Motion Pictures Association (MPA) Film Ratings SystemWe will discuss the Motion Picture Association (MPA) film ratings system, previously known as the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA).Why? Because although it doesn’t always seem like movie ratings matter, they do. Movie ratings decide how big of an audience a movie gets. Anyone can see a PG-13, while an NC-17 movie can’t even run ads for their film; most theaters won’t show it. We talk about the do

Dec 9, 2023 • 59:16

J Paul Getty III Kidnapping: The Getty Family "Curse" & NON-Creep Estelle Getty

J Paul Getty III Kidnapping: The Getty Family "Curse" & NON-Creep Estelle Getty

What a CreepSeason 22, Episode 10The Kidnapping of J. Paul Getty IIIIn 1973, at the age of 16, John Paul Getty III was kidnapped in Italy. The kidnappers initially demanded a ransom of $17 million, but J. Paul Getty, the boy's grandfather and one of the wealthiest men in the world at the time, initially refused to pay. The kidnappers then sent a lock of the young Getty's hair and his severed right ear to a newspaper to pressure the family.Eventually, J. Paul Getty agreed to pay a reduced ransom

Dec 2, 2023 • 42:24

Russell Brand Updates &  Keith Raniere (NXIVM) Replay

Russell Brand Updates & Keith Raniere (NXIVM) Replay

What a CreepSeason 22, Episode 9Keith Raniere/Nxivm (Replay)& Russell Brand Updates!Happy day after Thanksgiving to everyone in the US! Since Sonia has now watched both seasons of "The Vow," we thought it would be a good time to replay our episode on Nxivm/Keith Raniere. Additionally, we have some Russell Brand news to share, which is quite creepy. We hope you all have a relaxing holiday weekend!Sources for this episode: Albany Times Union (2012)Albany Times Union (2012)Albany Times Union (2019)

Nov 24, 2023 • 1:24:09

Pregnancy Crisis Centers

Pregnancy Crisis Centers

What a CreepSeason 22, Episode 8Crisis Pregnancy CentersWhat started as a bunch of small, locally-run crisis pregnancy centers to discourage women from getting abortions has grown into an anti-abortion movement with political clout and government funding. These centers and the organizations that run them have only grown more powerful since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade last year and removed abortion rights protections. If you’re against abortion and want to encourage women to carry th

Nov 17, 2023 • 52:14

Mark Schwahn ("One Tree Hill") & Andrew Kreisberg ("The Flash") & NON Creep Sam Simon

Mark Schwahn ("One Tree Hill") & Andrew Kreisberg ("The Flash") & NON Creep Sam Simon

What a CreepSeason 22, Episode 7Mark Schwahn “One Tree Hill showrunner and creep!One Tree Hill was a popular CW show that had all the ingredients for success - attractive actors, dramatic storylines, a complex timeline, and was filmed in North Carolina. However, the show was marred by the inappropriate behavior of its showrunner, Mark Schwahn. His harassment and mistreatment of the cast and crew were brought to light by writer Audrey Wauchope in a series of tweets in 2017, during the height of t

Nov 10, 2023 • 1:01:22

TMZ (Harvey Levin), Creepy Podcasters, and NON-Creepy Teen Vogue

TMZ (Harvey Levin), Creepy Podcasters, and NON-Creepy Teen Vogue

What a CreepSeason 22, Episode 6TMZJust in case you don’t know what TMZ is: It’s a tabloid news organization. They have a website, a TV show, and a webcast. It’s known for breaking celebrity gossip like Mel Gibson's antisemitic rant during his drunk-driving arrest, the death of Heath Ledger, all the stories about Britney Spears, detailing every little thing about Paris Hilton and Lindsay Lohan back in the day, and the death of Michael Jackson. The biggest story that TMZ refuses to cover is that

Nov 3, 2023 • 53:29

The Salt Creek, Australia Kidnappings (2016) A Real Life Wolf Creek" Horror

The Salt Creek, Australia Kidnappings (2016) A Real Life Wolf Creek" Horror

What a CreepSeason 22, Episode 5The Salt Creek Kidnappings (Real-Life Wolf Creek) In 2016, two backpackers traveling through Australia teamed up to check out the Salt Creek region of South Australia through the Gumtree website (kind of like Craig’s List for ride shares). They didn’t know that the 6’6” man who agreed to drive them to the Coorong beach was a violent offender who preyed on women looking for adventure. This is a story about Creep Roman Heinze and the resiliency of two women who surv

Oct 27, 2023 • 40:52

Justin Roiland (Rick & Morty) & NON-Creep "Trans Handy M'am" Mercury Stardust

Justin Roiland (Rick & Morty) & NON-Creep "Trans Handy M'am" Mercury Stardust

What a CreepSeason 22, Episode 4Justin Roiland from ‘Rick and Morty’Justin Roiland is a voice actor, animator, writer, producer, and director. He is best known as the co-creator of Adult Swim's Rick and Morty. Roiland used his success to start conversations and develop relationships with young fans, including some who were underage. This is called grooming. He’s also been credibly accused of domestic violence, and just last month, several people accused him of sexual assault.Sources for this epi

Oct 20, 2023 • 39:19

The Osage Murders (The real story behind "Killers of the Flower Moon")

The Osage Murders (The real story behind "Killers of the Flower Moon")

What a CreepSeason 22, Episode 3Osage Murders “The Reign of Terror”(The story real story behind "Killers of the Flower Moon")In the movie "Killers of the Flower Moon" directed by Martin Scorsese and based on David Grann's book, is the story of the Osage Indigenous tribe's "Reign of Terror" in Oklahoma during the early 20th century. In this episode, we delve into one of the earliest cases investigated by the newly formed Federal Bureau of Investigations, which unfortunately did not solve every mu

Oct 13, 2023 • 45:10

Ashley Madison (Creepy Site for Cheating)

Ashley Madison (Creepy Site for Cheating)

What a CreepSeason 22, Episode 2Ashley MadisonAshley Madison is a website for people in committed relationships who are looking to have an affair. Its slogan was "Life is short. Have an affair." Obviously, this website is creepy. But on top of that, this website, in which discretion is key, didn’t keep its user data private and enlisted thousands of bots to scam customers out of their money.Sources for this episode: The Ashley Madison Affair (Hulu)BBCThe Daily BeastDen of GeekForbesThe GuardianR

Oct 6, 2023 • 39:37

Jann Wenner: Former Editor in Creep of Rolling Stone

Jann Wenner: Former Editor in Creep of Rolling Stone

What a Creep: Jann WennerSeason 22, Episode 1Jann Wenner was the editor of Rolling Stone magazine from 1967 to 2019, covering everything from the Beatles to Woodstock to Live Aid and even Hip Hop at some point in the 1990s. He made millions as rock culture's gatekeeper and key in developing the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. For decades, critics derided Rolling Stone as a bastion for a white, male-centered worldview with little appreciation for women or people of color. This past week, his intervie

Sep 29, 2023 • 56:37

Russell Brand: Creepy McCreepface "Comedian"

Russell Brand: Creepy McCreepface "Comedian"

What a Creep: Russell BrandSeason 21, Episode 10https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Russell_Brandas a part of our “Quartet of Comedy Creeps” in season eight of our show. He has managed to be exposed as an even BIGGER Creep, with several women alleging he sexually assaulted them over the years. He denies this, blaming the oligarchs in the “MSM” (mainstream media) for setting him up because he likeshttps://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/why-you-should-not-use-ivermectin-treat-or-prevent-covid-19

Sep 22, 2023 • 50:37

Hilaria Baldwin & NON-Creep Viola Davis with special guest Kristen Meinzer (Daily Fail & How to Be Fine)

Hilaria Baldwin & NON-Creep Viola Davis with special guest Kristen Meinzer (Daily Fail & How to Be Fine)

What a Creep: Hilaria BaldwinSpecial Guest: Kristen Meinzer “Daily Fail”Season 21, Episode 9Sonia Mansfield is still in Ireland having the time of her life, but fear not cohorts--we have an excellent special guest to help us call out some Creeps! Kristen Meinzer (How To Be Fine / Daily Fail / By The Book / Movie Therapy with Rafer & Kristen Author, So You Want to Start a Podcast / How to Be Fine) discusses one of our most confounding subjects. Hilaria Baldwin was a popular yoga instructor in NYC

Sep 15, 2023 • 44:42

Truman Capote: Creep or NO?  Alicia from Trashy Divorces Plus, Joe Jonas and Steve Harvey Marriage Woes!

Truman Capote: Creep or NO? Alicia from Trashy Divorces Plus, Joe Jonas and Steve Harvey Marriage Woes!

What a Creep: Special Ep “Creep or Not a Creep?”Special Guest: Alicia of Trashy DivorcesSeason 21, Episode 8While cohort Sonia Mansfield invades Ireland with her combination vacation/work trip--the Creepy train keeps moving with our special guest, Alicia of the Trashy Divorces podcast, to first talk about the Joe Jonas and Steve Harvey divorces, which sent us reeling. Then, we get into our main subject--writer Truman Capote (1924-1984) and whether or not he was a Creep. From his peripatetic chil

Sep 8, 2023 • 38:50

Billy McFarland: Fyre Festivals 1 & 2

Billy McFarland: Fyre Festivals 1 & 2

What a Creep: Billy McFarland-Fyre Festival CreepSeason 10, Episode 7 (2024 Replay & Update!)This week, we are taking a short break to celebrate Labor Day, a three-day long weekend dedicated to honoring the hardworking people of our country. However, we have some important news about one of the biggest scams of recent years. Believe it or not, the notorious Fyre Festival is returning; unfortunately, people are still buying into the hype. Fyre Fest is already sold out for its upcoming 2024 event.

Sep 1, 2023 • 58:47

The Boy Scouts of America (BSA) Plus, NON-Creepy Scout Clubs

The Boy Scouts of America (BSA) Plus, NON-Creepy Scout Clubs

What a CreepSeason 21, Episode 7 The Boy Scouts of AmericaWelcome to today's episode, which may be a topic of controversy for some listeners. The Boy Scouts of America (BSA) is a highly respected youth organization with a long-standing history of over 100 years. Many renowned Americans, such as Steven Spielberg, Neil Armstrong, Gerald Ford, and Mike Bloomberg, have participated in BSA programs. As a matter of fact, a son of a friend of mine achieved the rank of Eagle Scout, which is an outstandi

Aug 25, 2023 • 48:57

Shein & Temu (Creepy Fashion Businesses) & NON-Creepy Maui-Based Charities/Non-Profits

Shein & Temu (Creepy Fashion Businesses) & NON-Creepy Maui-Based Charities/Non-Profits

What a CreepSeason 21, Episode 6Shein & TemuIf you scroll through your social media channels, you’ve probably seen ads and sponsored posts about Shein and Temu. Shein mainly sells fashion and clothes, and Temu offers just about everything: clothing, appliances, furniture, even power tools. Both are online retailers based in China. And they have a few other things in common, too, including accusations of violating labor laws and stealing designs. Super cool stuff! Sources for this episode include

Aug 18, 2023 • 38:07

Below Deck Down Under and The Biggest Loser (Reality TV Creeps)

Below Deck Down Under and The Biggest Loser (Reality TV Creeps)

What a CreepSeason 21, Episode 5Below Deck Down Under & The Biggest LoserReality TV is having an awakening right now; Bethenny Frankel announced on her Instagram that she is entering the fight for reality show casts and crews to unionize. She is working with top-notch lawyers Mark Geragos and Bryan Freedman, who sent a letter to NBC that they are planning a class action lawsuit against the network with over 80 people signing on so far to talk about mistreatment while filming Bravo shows for the

Aug 11, 2023 • 1:17:49

"Marky" Mark Wahlberg (Boston Creep) & Leonard Nimoy (Boston NON-Creep of the Week)

"Marky" Mark Wahlberg (Boston Creep) & Leonard Nimoy (Boston NON-Creep of the Week)

What a CreepSeason 21, Episode 4Mark WahlbergCan you feel it, baby? We can, too. It’s time to talk about former rapper-turned-actor Mark Wahlberg. From Marky Mark and Calvin Klein ads to BOOGIE NIGHTS and TRANSFORMER movies, Wahlberg has done a lot, including hate crimes. Let’s talk about it. Sources for this episode: BiographyCrackedThe IndependentNicki SwiftReelRundownUpRoxxUs WeeklyVanity FairWikipediaTrigger warning: Racism and homophobiaBe sure to follow us on social media. But don’t follow

Aug 4, 2023 • 47:51

Beatrice Sparks "Go Ask Alice" & "Jay's Journal" (Creepy "NON" Fiction Writer)

Beatrice Sparks "Go Ask Alice" & "Jay's Journal" (Creepy "NON" Fiction Writer)

What a CreepSeason 21, Episode 3Beatrice Sparks (Go Ask Alice & Jay’s Journal)In the 1970s & 1980s--entertainment designed to reach teenagers (and cure them of society’s ills) fell to YA writers, TV Movies, and “After School Specials.” One of the most compelling stories was the subject of 1971’s Go Ask Alice. Based supposedly on the true story of a teen girl who delved into drugs and ultimately lost her life, it was designed to scare the audience, and the 1973 film cemented its importance as a t

Jul 28, 2023 • 1:04:35

SAG, AFTRA, & WGA Strike (Support Union Workers!)

SAG, AFTRA, & WGA Strike (Support Union Workers!)

What a CreepSeason 21, Episode 2The AMPTP and the Hollywood Strike(Support Union Labor!)The writers' and actors’ guilds are on strike. While movie and television studios have earned record profits, the workers who make those profits possible are not getting their fair share. So, let’s talk about it. This episode will be a little different than our usual episode. We will explain who the players are, what the strike is about, and why we should be supporting it because the Alliance of Motion Pictur

Jul 21, 2023 • 51:51

Anthony Pellicano (80s/90s P.I. to the stars) Plus, the real Perry Mason (Non-Creep)

Anthony Pellicano (80s/90s P.I. to the stars) Plus, the real Perry Mason (Non-Creep)

What a CreepSeason 21, Episode 1Anthony Pellicano“Creepy Hollywood PI!”Today’s episode gives you the world of underground Hollywood creepiness of the 1980s & 19990s variety. Anthony Pellicano (Whose New York Times documentary Sin Eater is available for streaming on HULU) was a high-profile “fixer” who made life horrifying or amazing, depending on whether you were his client. (Hint--for $25,000, he will bend A LOT of rules and laws to help your cause.) Here we talk about his unusual career, why h

Jul 14, 2023 • 50:11

Clarence Thomas Latest Hits Plus Replay of Season 14 Episode

Clarence Thomas Latest Hits Plus Replay of Season 14 Episode

What a CreepSeason 14, Episode 6 (REPLAY) Supreme Court Justice Clarence ThomasClarence Thomas is a justice on the Supreme Court of the United States. He’s only the second African-American to serve on the Court, after Thurgood Marshall. Since 2018, Thomas has been the longest-serving member of the Court, with a tenure of 30 years. He’s also a creep with a history of sexually harassing women. Oh, and his wife, Ginni Thomas, is a creep, too.Sources for this episode: The documentary “Anita”ABC News

Jul 7, 2023 • 1:02:15

Russell Simmons & NON-Creepy Hip Hop Non-Profits

Russell Simmons & NON-Creepy Hip Hop Non-Profits

What a CreepSeason 20, Episode 10Russell SimmonsRussell Simmons helped create hip-hop culture as we know it. From music and videos to fashion and movies, he helped create a global audience for rap music. And he got rich doing it, making more than $300 million. He’s also a creep who has allegedly sexually assaulted 18 women that we know of. What a creep!Sources for this episode The AtlanticBiographyComplexThe Daily BeastHollywood ReporterHollywood ReporterLos Angeles TimesThe New York Times“On th

Jun 30, 2023 • 43:35

Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. & Modern "Debate" Culture

Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. & Modern "Debate" Culture

What a CreepSeason 20, Episode 9Robert Kennedy Jr., Chief Misinformation ArtistRobert F. Kennedy, Jr. is running for President here in the U.S. and is the oldest son of the late Robert F. Kennedy, who was assisted while running for President in 1963. His upbringing was chaotic, and he was known as a “late bloomer” by finding meaning as an environmental activist in the late 1980s. (He had spent much of his teens and twenties having issues with drugs and alcohol.)After helping to save the Hudson R

Jun 23, 2023 • 1:18:40

Pat Sajak (Game Show Creeps) & Our NON-Creep, Mary Tyler Moore

Pat Sajak (Game Show Creeps) & Our NON-Creep, Mary Tyler Moore

What a CreepSeason 20, Episode 8Pat SajakPat Sajak is best known as the host of "Wheel of Fortune." He’s been hosting with Vanna White since 1981. After 41 seasons, Sajak announced that he would retire in 2024.Good riddance. His hatred of the contestants has been pretty obvious for years. On top of that, he uses his fame to push climate-change denials and whine about political correctness. And, he sits on the board of a college that rejects federal funding just because they want to ban people ba

Jun 17, 2023 • 46:30

George Washington and the Tale of Ona Judge

George Washington and the Tale of Ona Judge

What a CreepSeason 20, Episode 7George Washington and the Tale of Ona JudgeGeorge Washington is the “Father of Our Country” and one of American history's most revered Founding Fathers. We heard tales of how brave he was and that he could not tell a lie. He also famously refused to create a fiefdom with the office of President, which means we are not stuck with someone in office unless they are duly elected. Like many white people of his time, he enslaved people. This is a fact, and though not un

Jun 9, 2023 • 1:03:04

The "Scamanda" Podcast, Journalist Charlie Webster & NON Creepy Cancer Charities

The "Scamanda" Podcast, Journalist Charlie Webster & NON Creepy Cancer Charities

What a CreepSeason 20, Episode 6The Tale of “Scamanda” with Guest Charlie Webster!In this episode, we cover a scam artist who was young, pretty, Christian, and a mother claiming to have cancer several times while keeping her followers engaged through her Blog “Lymphoma Can Suck It.” Amanda Christine Riley, who lived in San Jose, spent years telling her audience, friends, and family she was undergoing expensive treatments. She actively accepted financial help and free perks while supposedly figh

Jun 2, 2023 • 1:01:20

Ron DeSantis and Chris D 'Elia May 2023 Creepy News Plus, the death of Queen Tina Turner (Non Creep of the Week)

Ron DeSantis and Chris D 'Elia May 2023 Creepy News Plus, the death of Queen Tina Turner (Non Creep of the Week)

What a CreepSeason 20, Episode 5May’s Biggest Creeps (So far!)Ron DeSantis, Greg Gutfeld, Chris DeliaIt’s getting towards Memorial Day here in the States, and Sonia is celebrating by heading out to San Diego to see Lizzo! So today, we are offering a Patreon-ish bonus ep covering May’s creepy news (so far!) Get ready to get your rage on!First, RIP Tina Turner! (1939-2013)Tina Turner https://www.nytimes.com/2023/05/24/arts/music/tina-turner-dead.html We talked about her her ex-husband’s overall ic

May 26, 2023 • 41:11

Armie Hammer & NON-Creep Michael Palin

Armie Hammer & NON-Creep Michael Palin

What a CreepSeason 20, Episode 4Armie HammerArmie Hammer is probably best known for his roles in “The Social Network” and “Call Me By Your Name.” His most recent project is the “House of Hammer” documentary, and news articles reveal that he’s an abuser, both physically and sexually. He’s a creep. But to talk about Armie Hammer, we must start initially because Armie comes from a long line of creeps. It’s practically hereditary. Sources for this episode ComplexThe Guardian“House of Hammer document

May 19, 2023 • 53:42

Steven Crowder & NON-Creep Clementine Ford

Steven Crowder & NON-Creep Clementine Ford

What a CreepSeason 20, Episode 3Steven CrowderSteven Crowder is a far-right comedian and media commenter who has been getting tons of press lately for bad behavior at “Louder with Crowder,”--a very popular YouTube/Rumble channel. He claims to be a strict Christian while also being a racist, sexist, homophobic garbage person. Also--he treated his wife like shit, which is finally enough for some people to drop him. In the past few weeks alone, he has earned the wrath of Ben Shapiro and Candace Owe

May 12, 2023 • 1:00:56

Moms for Liberty: Creepy Political Book Banning Mob

Moms for Liberty: Creepy Political Book Banning Mob

What a CreepSeason 20, Episode 2Moms for LibertyIn the United States, there’s a resurgence of book banning and preventing the teaching about race, slavery, LGBTQ+ people, and history. This is the result of a certain kind of parent group that loves to talk about “parental rights” but not your parental rights. If you have a gender-nonconforming child, an immunocompromised child, a child with special needs, or a child that isn’t straight and white, no one cares about your parental rights. This is a

May 5, 2023 • 54:54

"Disco Demolition Night" (Chicago, 1979) The rise and fall (and rise again) of DISCO!

"Disco Demolition Night" (Chicago, 1979) The rise and fall (and rise again) of DISCO!

What a Creep“Disco Demolition Night: July 12, 1979”Season 20, Episode 1Margo and Sonia put on our boogie shoes and prepare to call bull shit on all of the excuses given for “Disco Demolition Night” on Thursday, July 12, 1979, at Comiskey Park in Chicago, IL. A group of boring, racist, sexist, and homophobic idiots decided disco music had been popular for too long. For fun, Chicago shock jock Steve Dahl created a stunt to destroy LPs on the field of a White Sox & Detroit Tigers game! Mayhem ensue

Apr 28, 2023 • 51:59

Comedy Creeps (2020) Replay: Russell Brand, Chris D’Elia, and Victoria Jackson

Comedy Creeps (2020) Replay: Russell Brand, Chris D’Elia, and Victoria Jackson

What a CreepComedy Creeps (2020) Replay Ep!Russell Brand, Chris Harwick, Chris D’Elia & Victoria JacksonHosts Margo Donohue and Sonia Mansfield host an open mic night of comedy creeps to kick off Season 8, including Russell Brand, Chris Hardwick, Chris D’Elia, and Victoria Jackson. Don’t worry; they end the episode with some comedians who are not creeps.Sources for this episode include:Russell BrandYouTube The Russell Brand Show Prank of Andrew SachsNew Music Express "Andrew Sachs Widow Wants to

Apr 21, 2023 • 1:13:07

Jack Nicholson: Superstar & Womanizing Creep (TW:DV) & NON-Creep (& fellow NJ Boy!) Nathan Lane

Jack Nicholson: Superstar & Womanizing Creep (TW:DV) & NON-Creep (& fellow NJ Boy!) Nathan Lane

What a CreepJack NicholsonSeason 19, Episode 10From “Easy Rider,” “Chinatown,” and “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest” to “The Shining,” “Batman,” and “The Departed,” Jack Nicholson is considered one of the best actors of all time. But do we want the truth? WE CAN’T HANDLE THE TRUTH. Because the truth is Jack Nicholson is an amazing actor who has made a lot of really great movies. But he’s also a womanizing creep with a nasty temper. Sources for this episodeAP NewsBrittanciaFacinateThe GuardianLoo

Apr 14, 2023 • 44:12

The Station Nightclub Fire: West Warwick, RI "Great White" Fire FEB 2003

The Station Nightclub Fire: West Warwick, RI "Great White" Fire FEB 2003

What a CreepSeason 19, Episode 9The Station Nightclub Fire On Thursday, February 20, 2003, at 11:07 pm, the band Great White-headed onto the stage of the East Warwick, Rhode Island rock club The Station with a blast of pyrotechnic sparks. Singer Jack Russell quickly observed that the stage and ceiling were catching fire, and the crowd of over 460 people was told to leave the building. Within 6 minutes, the building was engulfed in flames killing 100 people (the youngest was 18) and injuring 230

Apr 8, 2023 • 1:00:45

NRA CEO Wayne LaPierre (Creep)  & Artist and Activist Nan Goldin (NON-Creep of the Week)

NRA CEO Wayne LaPierre (Creep) & Artist and Activist Nan Goldin (NON-Creep of the Week)

What a CreepSeason 19, Episode 8Wanye LaPierre and the NRAWayne LaPierre is the CEO of the NRA, the National Rifle Association. He’s the man who said the only thing that stops a bad guy with a gun is a good guy with a gun. He’s the man who blames mental illness, video games, and movies every time there’s another mass shooting in this country. He’s the man who made the NRA the powerful lobbying organization it is today. Wayne LaPierre is a greedy, selfish creep who manipulates the public discours

Mar 31, 2023 • 1:01:14

Bill Murray (Legendary Talent & Creep) and NON-Creep Gilda Radner

Bill Murray (Legendary Talent & Creep) and NON-Creep Gilda Radner

What a CreepSeason 19, Episode 7Bill MurrayBill Murray is a comedy legend who first came to fame as one of the “Not Ready for Primetime Players” on Saturday Night Live from 1977-1980 and has gone on to star in classic films like Stripes, Rushmore, Ghostbusters, What About Bob?, and Groundhog Day--to name a few.He also has won Emmy Awards, been nominated for an Academy Award, and received the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor in 2016. He is also known to be an abusive Creep who has been a bully

Mar 25, 2023 • 59:39

Jared Fogle: The "Jared from Subway Guy" Creepiness

Jared Fogle: The "Jared from Subway Guy" Creepiness

What a CreepSeason 19, Episode 6Jared Fogle from SubwaySources for this episodeBusiness InsiderBusiness InsiderCBSThe Herald TimesIndy StarIndy Star“Jared From Subway: Catching a Monster” on ID DiscoveryLos Angeles TimesWashington PostWikipediaTrigger warning: Child sexual abuseJared Fogle was the face of Subway sandwiches for years. He was famous for losing 245 pounds by eating two Subway sandwiches daily. But eventually, he got more famous for being a pedophile. What a creep!Be sure to follow

Mar 17, 2023 • 41:10

The origin story of "Stockholm Syndrome" & NON-Creep Jaycee Lee Dugard

The origin story of "Stockholm Syndrome" & NON-Creep Jaycee Lee Dugard

What a CreepSeason 19, Episode 5“Stockholm Syndrome”Real diagnosis or just sexist trash?On Thursday, August 23, 1973, a convicted felon Jan-Erik Olsson entered the Kreditbanken Bank in Stockholm, Sweden (technically Norrmalmstrong); he was wearing a wig, painted his eyebrows black, pulled out a submachine gun, and yelled in English with an American accent “the party has begun!” He fired several shots into the ceiling, announced this was a robbery, and ordered people to the ground. A silent alarm

Mar 10, 2023 • 59:26

Anita Bryant (Anti-LGBTQ Creep) & Canadian Hero (NON-Creep) Terry Fox

Anita Bryant (Anti-LGBTQ Creep) & Canadian Hero (NON-Creep) Terry Fox

What a CreepSeason 19, Episode 4Anita BryantSources for this episode: The Daily BeastEncyclopediaNBC NewsPBSPlayboyThe Slate podcast “One Year: 1977 - Anita Bryant’s War on Gay Right”ThemWashington PostWikipediaTrigger warnings: HomophobiaAnita Bryant was a singer in the early ‘60s, but she’s probably best known for her Florida orange juice commercials in the early 70s. She could’ve just got her big juice money and lived a quiet life. Instead, she used her fame to strip basic human rights away f

Mar 3, 2023 • 51:33

Scott "Dilbert" Adams: Still a Racist Creep! (Replay of 2021 Season 3 ep)

Scott "Dilbert" Adams: Still a Racist Creep! (Replay of 2021 Season 3 ep)

What a Creep (Replay)Season 3, Episode 4Scott Adams “Dilbert” CreatorThis is a replay of an episode that ran in 2021. This guy is still a Creep all these years later!Scott Adams:https://www.msn.com/en-us/entertainment/news/dilbert-creator-scott-adams-dropped-from-book-publisher-and-distributor-over-racist-commentary/ar-AA181gsh?li=BBnb2ghhttps://news.yahoo.com/apologize-dilbert-comic-creator-scott-093008292.html?fr=sycsrp_catchallhttps://www.cnn.com/2023/02/27/media/dilbert-distributor-scott-ada

Feb 28, 2023 • 37:06

Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow: Texas-Sized Killers & Creeps "Bonnie & Clyde"

Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow: Texas-Sized Killers & Creeps "Bonnie & Clyde"

What a CreepSeason 19, Episode 3Bonnie & Clyde(Crooks & Murderers Elevated to Icon Status)Bonnie Elizabeth Parker (Bonnie Parker) & Clyde Chestnut (Champion) Barrow were Depression-era outlaws who caught the nation’s attention between 1932-1934 with their antics. According to legend, they were star-struck lovers who traipsed across the middle of America and the South, holding up banks to “stick it to the man.” The 1967 movie Bonnie and Clyde, directed by Arthur Penn and starring Warren Beatty (p

Feb 24, 2023 • 55:22

The Creepiness of the NFL & NON-Creep of the Week Pat Tillman

The Creepiness of the NFL & NON-Creep of the Week Pat Tillman

What a CreepSeason 19, Episode 2The NFLAre you ready for some football? The NFL (National Football League) is the wealthiest professional sports league in the world and the most popular in the United States.It’s also got a lot of creepy behavior, including a culture of sexual harassment, doling out light punishment for players convicted of sexual assault and domestic violence, racism, and full-on ignoring player safety.NON-Creep: Pat Tillman and the Pat Tillman FoundationSources for this episode

Feb 17, 2023 • 1:05:17

Ricky Gervais, DJ Tim Westwood, Katie Hopkins, & The Murder of Julia Martha Thomas (UK Creepiness)

Ricky Gervais, DJ Tim Westwood, Katie Hopkins, & The Murder of Julia Martha Thomas (UK Creepiness)

What a CreepSeason 19, Episode 1“A Quartet of UK Creeps”Co-Horts! We have reached season 19 (!), leading it with one of our “Quartet of Creeps”--UK style! We have stories of creepiness from the worlds of entertainment, punditry and a tale about an Irish woman who really disliked her British boss. These stories are more of an overview than a deep dive into shitty behavior, and we always reserve the right to revisit any or all of them as solo episodes. Trigger Warnings: Sexual assault, murder, rac

Feb 4, 2023 • 1:15:35

Howard Hughes: Billionaire & Creep

Howard Hughes: Billionaire & Creep

What a CreepSeason 18, Episode 10Howard HughesAn old-timey Hollywood Creep is a longtime fan favorite of this show. We feel it is time to talk about a billionaire who was acclaimed as an original thinker (he honestly was, though) and also one of Hollywood’s most prolific swordsmen. Howard Hughes either inherited a fortune or grew a nice inheritance (more on that later) at the age of 19 and would go on to be one of the wealthiest people of the 20th Century while also innovating the worlds of busi

Jan 28, 2023 • 1:00:58

Why "The Golden Globes" Suck & the Non-Creepy Invictus Games

Why "The Golden Globes" Suck & the Non-Creepy Invictus Games

It’s awards season. Let’s talk about the Golden Globes and the Hollywood Foreign Press, a collection of journalists and photographers that cover Hollywood for foreign media markets. This story involves bribery, sexual assault, and racism. The movie based on this story would probably be nominated for a Golden Globe in the Best Comedy or Musical category. Sources for this episode: Entertainment WeeklyGQHollywood ReporterLos Angeles TimesLos Angeles TimesNBC NewsNewsweekTeen VogueVoxWikipedia for t

Jan 20, 2023 • 50:22

Lizzie Borden (Fall River, Massachusetts) & NON-Creep Elizabeth Montgomery

Lizzie Borden (Fall River, Massachusetts) & NON-Creep Elizabeth Montgomery

What a CreepSeason 18, Episode 8Lizzie Borden (1860-1927)“Creepy Murder Mystery”“Lizzie Borden took an axe. Gave her mother 40 whacks. When she saw what she had done, she gave her father 41”--Children’s rhyme late 19th century/early 20th century.Lizzie Borden was just another 32-year-old New England single woman who loved her family and was devoted to her church. On the morning of Thursday, August 4, 1892, her world turned upside down with the murder of her father and stepmother in her home. Eac

Jan 13, 2023 • 1:10:41

Nicole Daedone & "One Taste" and NON-Creep Dr. Ruth Westheimer

Nicole Daedone & "One Taste" and NON-Creep Dr. Ruth Westheimer

What a CreepSeason 18, Episode 7Nicole Daedone and OneTasteNicole Daedone is the founder OneTaste, which positioned itself as a wellness company that preached the practice of what she called “orgasmic meditation,” or OM. OneTaste made $12 million a year at one point, and Gwyneth Paltrow and Khloe Kardashian sang Daedone’s praises. But eventually, it was revealed that Daedone was less of a wellness guru and more of a leader of a sex cult or a prostitution ring that exploited trauma victims and ot

Jan 6, 2023 • 50:52

"Ask Us Anything" & Why There is NO "Cancel Culture" Louis CK, Chris D'Elia, John Lennon, Fave Podcasts

"Ask Us Anything" & Why There is NO "Cancel Culture" Louis CK, Chris D'Elia, John Lennon, Fave Podcasts

What a CreepSeason 18, Episode 6, “Ask Us Anything,” & There is NO Cancel CultureHi, Cohorts!We are finishing the year with an episode devoted to your questions--As Us Anything! In it we answer your questions about the following:How do we pick our CreepsThe Creeps we will not cover & whyHow we practice self-care while putting the show togetherHow there is NO “Cancel Culture.”Creeps in Stand-Up ComedyWhy do people forget what Creeps doOur favorite makeup 🙂Sonia’s style and why she is bright & te

Dec 30, 2022 • 1:18:40

Comedy Creep Chris D'Elia, Christmas Creep Charles Dickens & "Can't Stop the Music"

Comedy Creep Chris D'Elia, Christmas Creep Charles Dickens & "Can't Stop the Music"

What a CreepSeason 18, Episode 5Chris D’Elia, Charles Dickens, & Can’t Stop the MusicComedian Kyle Anderson posted on YouTube a one-hour takedown of Chris D’Elia, who is turning into a modern-day Bill Cosby. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QBxm0FSKXpMWe have talked about D’Elia before, as he has been credibly accused of harassing minors and being generally gross to women who interact with him. But this is awful. Trigger warning: Sexual Assault and Coercive Control. Some of his comedy pals have b

Dec 23, 2022 • 50:23

Matt Taibbi, Elon Musk, Twitter and Media Creeps

Matt Taibbi, Elon Musk, Twitter and Media Creeps

What a CreepSeason 18, Episode 4Matt TaibbiMatt Taibbi is a journalist who has been described as a “firebrand” and whose writing is reminiscent of gonzo-style writing like the late Hunter S. Thompson (worshipped by white boys since the 1960s.) In the 1990s, he helped uncover corruption in 1990s Moscow with the paper The eXile (along with a former friend and fellow Creep Mark Ames.)As a New York-based freelancer, he went from a mouthy opinion writer for the alternative weekly, the New York Press

Dec 17, 2022 • 1:02:32

The Salvation Army & the Best NON-Creepy Organizations to Support Instead

The Salvation Army & the Best NON-Creepy Organizations to Support Instead

What a CreepSeason 18, Episode 3The Salvation ArmyTi’s the season for giving, and one of the organizations that encourages giving the most is The Salvation Army. Their army is stationed outside stores worldwide, ringing bells with their little red buckets asking for donations. They do a lot of good work, but unfortunately, they also have a history of sexual abuse and discrimination. Sources for this episode:CharityWatchCNNForbesThe GuardianHuffington PostThe New York TimesNL TimesThe Salvation A

Dec 9, 2022 • 43:06

Diamond Annie and the 40 Thieves/Elephants (A Very British Creepy True Crime Story)

Diamond Annie and the 40 Thieves/Elephants (A Very British Creepy True Crime Story)

What a CreepSeason 18, Episode 2Diamond Annie & the 40 Thieves/ElephantsLadies Who ThievePeaky Blinders is a popular show on Netflix about a group of thieves and gangsters in 1920s London. Many people do not know that there were gangs of women considered the best shoplifters and thieves of the wealthy that ran from the mid-19th century up into the 1950s. The most notorious of these was the “Forty Thieves/FortyElephants” gang, run by tough women who master criminals. Diamond Annie (born Anne Diam

Dec 3, 2022 • 41:44

James Dobson, Focus on the Family, & NON Creep Kevyn Aucoin (Shreveport, LA)

James Dobson, Focus on the Family, & NON Creep Kevyn Aucoin (Shreveport, LA)

What a CreepSeason 18, Episode 1James Dobson, Focus on the Family & Family Research CouncilJames Dobson is an evangelical Christian author and founder of Focus on the Family and the Family Research Council, ​​which the Southern Poverty Law Center has designated as a hate group.In the 1980s, Time Magazine ranked him as one of the most influential spokesmen for conservative social positions in American public life. He’s written more than 30 books on family issues, specifically parenting and marria

Nov 25, 2022 • 56:32

Lana Turner and the Murder of Johnny Stompanato

Lana Turner and the Murder of Johnny Stompanato

What a CreepSeason 17, Episode 10The Murder of Johnny Stompanato Lana Turner was one of Hollywood’s most alluring (and controversial) actors in movie history, with star turns in the original The Postman Always Rings Twice, Imitation of Life, and Peyton Place. She was blonde, sexy, and a supposed “maneater” with eight marriages and several lovers. In 1958 she dated the former war hero and current mob hooligan Johnny Stompanato who supposedly treated her terribly. Her only child, Cheryl Crane, at

Nov 18, 2022 • 52:54

Megyn Kelly & NON-Creep Nellie Bly

Megyn Kelly & NON-Creep Nellie Bly

What a CreepSeason 17, Episode 9Megyn KellyThe AdvocateBrittanicaThe CutThe Daily BeastGawkerMedia MattersMedia MattersMSNBCNew York PostRolling StoneUproxxUSA TodayUSA TodayWonketteWikipediaTrigger warnings: Racism, sexism, sexual harassment, and debating the race of Santa Megyn Kelly wasn’t just one of the beautiful blond talk show hosts at Fox News. She was THE beautiful blond talk show host at Fox News. Her show “The Kelly File” was one of the network’s highest-rated shows, even beating The

Nov 4, 2022 • 51:59

John List, Netflix "The Watcher," & Westfield, NJ

John List, Netflix "The Watcher," & Westfield, NJ

What a Creep “John List”Season 17, Episode 8Creepy Westfield, NJThe sleepy New Jersey town of Westfield has been overrun with tourists eager to check out the “real” homes featured in the Netflix series The Watcher, which tells the true story of the Broaddus family, who a stranger sent creepy letters for years. The series takes many liberties with the details of what happened to the family and what happened in Westfield in the past. The murderer John List, a family annihilator who spent over 17 y

Oct 29, 2022 • 56:36

Alfred Hitchcock (October 2020 Replay)

Alfred Hitchcock (October 2020 Replay)

What a CreepSeason 4, Episode 10Alfred HitchcockAlfred Hitchcock (1899-1980) was the master of suspense, the creator of some of the best (and scariest) films of all time, a famous director, and, at times, a world-class creep. (Ask Tippi Hedren!) In this episode, we talk about his childhood and how he became a legend we all still talk about 40 years after his death and discuss some of his best films and his worst behavior. Enjoy! Our sources for this episode:Telegraph "Alfred Hitchcock Sadistic P

Oct 21, 2022 • 56:49

The Murder of Betty Gore by Candy Montgomery

The Murder of Betty Gore by Candy Montgomery

What a CreepSeason 17, Episode 6The Murder of Betty Gore by Candy MontgomeryCandy Montgomery was just another bored 70s suburban Texas housewife when she was tried for committing a crime so heinous people still have difficulty making sense of it. The murder of Betty Gore was the subject of a TV series starring Jessica Biel and Melanie Lynskey on HULU called Candy. It will also be adapted into an HBO series starring Elizabeth Olsen and Jesse Plemmons next spring. What is so unusual about a murder

Oct 17, 2022 • 1:10:26

Jimmy Savile: One of the Biggest Creeps in the History of the U.K.

Jimmy Savile: One of the Biggest Creeps in the History of the U.K.

What a CreepSeason 17, Episode 5Jimmy SavileTrigger warnings: Sexual assault and sexual abuseJimmy Savile was a British DJ and television and radio personality who hosted a bunch of BBC shows, including Top of the Pops and Jim'll Fix It, for decades, making him a household name. He was known for his platinum-dyed hair and, later his tacky tracksuits and cigars. He was also a well-known good samaritan, raising millions for charities all over the country.But, after he died in 2011, he was revealed

Oct 7, 2022 • 53:58

The Stanford White Murder & NYC's First "Crime of the Century"

The Stanford White Murder & NYC's First "Crime of the Century"

What a CreepSeason 17, Episode 4The Murder of Stanford WhiteArchitect Stanford White was one of New York’s most revered architects who built the second Madison Square Garden & the Washington Square Arch, which stand today. In public, he was a bon vivant who moved with old school wealthy and the nouveau riche. He was also a creep who participated in the sexual assault of several young women as part of a group of entitled men in New York’s high society. A Creep, Harry Thaw, killed him on June 25,

Sep 30, 2022 • 45:34

Tony Robbins (Creepy Giant & Motivational Fire Walker)

Tony Robbins (Creepy Giant & Motivational Fire Walker)

What a CreepSeason 17, Episode 3Tony RobbinsTony Robbins is a motivational coach, speaker, and author. He’s famous for his infomercials, seminars, and self-help books. He has worked with four U.S. presidents and top entertainers (Oprah Winfrey, Aerosmith, Green Day, Usher, Pitbull, Hugh Jackman, Kim Kardashian), and athletes and sports teams, including Serena Williams, and the NBA’s Golden State Warriors. He’s worked with Salesforce.com founder Marc Benioff, Mandalay Entertainment CEO Peter Gube

Sep 24, 2022 • 1:04:51

Rock Creeps: Ryan Adams, Win Butler, Ike Turner, and Morrissey

Rock Creeps: Ryan Adams, Win Butler, Ike Turner, and Morrissey

What a CreepSeason 17 Episode 2“Quartet of Creeps”Ryan Adams, Arcade Fire’s Win Butler, Ike Turner, & MorrisseyMargo & Sonia talk about a quartet of Rock Creeps in this episode celebrating our 17th season. From the early days of rock to modern rock, we talk about four Creeps who may have lit the music world on fire but personally--they have some really Creepy behavior to answer for. Trigger Warning: Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, and RacismSources:Ryan Adams The AgeLA MagazineThe New York Ti

Sep 16, 2022 • 1:13:33

The Port Chicago Disaster 1944 (Creepy U.S. History)

The Port Chicago Disaster 1944 (Creepy U.S. History)

What a CreepSeason 17, Episode 1The Port Chicago Disaster July 1944On Monday, July 17, 1944, at just after 10 pm, the Northern California town of Port Chicago had an explosion of two ships that took the lives of over 320 sailors and injured almost 400 others. For two years, the US Navy shipped munitions around the clock at the naval base that consisted of a segregated outfit (the entire military, with FDR as its Commander in Chief, was segregated.) Everything from bullets to bombs weighing thou

Sep 9, 2022 • 44:56

Pete Rose (Baseball Creep)

Pete Rose (Baseball Creep)

What a CreepSeason 16, Episode 10Pete RosePete Rose, also known as “Charlie Hustle,” is a former professional baseball player and Major League Baseball manager. He was a huge star in the MLB, playing from 1963 to 1986, and was named Player of the Decade (1970–79) by The Sporting News. Pete Rose was a big deal! Which is why it was a big deal when he got banned for life from Major League Baseball for gambling in 1989. OH AND, he’s been credibility accused of having sex with girls as young as 14 du

Sep 2, 2022 • 51:04

Elvis Presley (Replay) The King of Rock and Creeper on Teen Girls

Elvis Presley (Replay) The King of Rock and Creeper on Teen Girls

What a CreepSeason 16, Episode 10Elvis Aaron PresleyElvis Aaron Presley is one of the biggest rock stars of all time and is known as “The King of Rock & Roll.” Beginning with his meteoric rise in the mid-1950s to his sad decline in the 1970s, Elvis is still one of the most popular celebrities in the world with his estate earning $80 million in 2018.He remains the best-selling solo artist in recorded history. He has had the most songs charting in Billboard magazine's top 40. He has the record for

Aug 26, 2022 • 1:10:19

Colonel Tom Parker: The Creep Who Created & Destroyed The King

Colonel Tom Parker: The Creep Who Created & Destroyed The King

What a CreepSeason 16, Episode 9Colonel Tom ParkerThere is no way to talk about Elvis Presley without talking about his manager/agent/public relations officer and overall CEO, CMO, and COO of all things for Elvis Inc--Colonel Tom Parker. I recently caught the Baz Luhrmann version of Elvis and was shocked at Tom Hanks’ version of Parker--a Stay Puff Marshmellow Man who seemed more annoying than a malevolent Creep who was part of the reason his only client died an early death and could have been f

Aug 19, 2022 • 47:56

Director David O Russell & NON-Creep Author Jennette McCurdy

Director David O Russell & NON-Creep Author Jennette McCurdy

What a CreepSeason 16, Episode 8David O. RussellDavid O. Russell is the director of such movies as “Three Kings,” “The Fighter,” “American Hustle,” and “Silver Linings Playbook.” He’s been nominated for five Academy Awards and has won four Independent Spirit Awards and two BAFTA Awards. He’s also a man-baby who throws on-set tantrums and has been accused of groping his own niece. Perhaps the “O” in David O. Russell stands for OH MY GOD what a creep. Sources for this episode BritannicaThe Cheat S

Aug 12, 2022 • 41:50

Kim Fowley (Rock Creep) and Non-Creep Kesha

Kim Fowley (Rock Creep) and Non-Creep Kesha

What a CreepSeason 16, Episode 7Kim FowleyRock CreepWhen Kim Fowley died of bladder cancer on January 15, 2015, most headlines read that he was an underground rock and roll/LA legend who managed “The Runaways” in the 1970s. He was a tall, peculiar eccentric who never had the fame he craved but had a cult-like following of slavish fans who will miss him. Some outlets, like, NPR, mentioned he was a Svengali who seemed to prey on teenage girls.In reality, everything you have heard about (and will h

Aug 5, 2022 • 1:07:15

Matt Gaetz (Creep) & NON-Creep "Gen Z for Change" #OliviaJulianna

Matt Gaetz (Creep) & NON-Creep "Gen Z for Change" #OliviaJulianna

What a CreepSeason 16, Episode 6Matt GaetzMatt Gaetz is a garbage human being who is also the U.S. representative for the first congressional district of Florida. When he’s not kissing disgraced former president Trump’s ass and sending bad tweets, this sentient can of Axe Body Spray is voting against laws fighting sex trafficking while being investigated for sex trafficking.Sources for this episode:Business InsiderCNNThe Daily BeastMiami New TimesMother JonesNew York TimesOrlando SentinelPolitic

Jul 29, 2022 • 52:23

The Triangle Shirtwaist Fire NYC March 25, 1911) Creepy History Ep.

The Triangle Shirtwaist Fire NYC March 25, 1911) Creepy History Ep.

What a CreepSeason 16, Episode 5The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory FireMarch 25, 1911One of the biggest workplace disasters in New York City happened on March 25, 1911, in a factory on the Lower East Side which would be described as a “sweatshop.” Hundreds of women jammed together in one large room at sewing machines creating the fashionable “Shirtwaist” blouses that were made on the cheap to make them affordable to the masses.The fire began on the 8th floor and eventually took over several floors

Jul 22, 2022 • 43:18

Scott Baio "Happy Days & Charles in Charge Creep" & NON-Creep Henry "The Fonz" Winkler

Scott Baio "Happy Days & Charles in Charge Creep" & NON-Creep Henry "The Fonz" Winkler

What a CreepSeason 16, Episode 4Scott BaioScott Baio was a teen heartthrob in the 70s and 80s. He starred in “Happy Days,” its spin-off, “Joanie Loves Chachi,” and “Charles in Charge.” His face was on all those Teen Bop/Tiger Beat-type magazines. But he’s also a Trump-supporting creep who has been accused of abuse and sexual assault. The Daily BeastE! OnlineInsiderHollywood ReporterJezebelNewsweekNicki SwiftPeopleSalonScott Baio’s TwitterScott Baio’s websiteUproxxWikipediaYahoo NewsTrigger warni

Jul 15, 2022 • 46:39

Burt Pugach Obsessive Creep & "Crazy" Love Story

Burt Pugach Obsessive Creep & "Crazy" Love Story

What a CreepSeason 16, Episode 3Burt PugachBurt Pugach made headlines in 1959 when he was convicted for stalking and blinding his girlfriend Linda Riss who dumped him over his lying and selfishness. 14 years later, they got together and were actually married for decades afterward. Here is the true story about one of New York’s strangest crime cases. Sources for this episode:· Burt Pugach Wikipedia· Burt Pugach NY Times Obituary· Burt Pugach 1961 Trial NY Times· T

Jul 8, 2022 • 51:16

Terry Richardson (Photographer & Creep) TW: SA

Terry Richardson (Photographer & Creep) TW: SA

What a CreepSeason 16, Episode 2Terry RichardsonTerry Richardson is a fashion photographer. He’s worked for H&M, Gucci, Jimmy Choo, Marc Jacobs, and Tom Ford. He’s done work for magazines such as Rolling Stone, GQ, Vogue, Vanity Fair, Harper's Bazaar, and Vice. He’s directed music videos for Miley Cyrus and Beyonce.Terry Richardson famously said, “it’s not who you know, it’s who you blow. I don’t have a hole in my jeans for nothing.” So, it’s not surprising that this guy is a super creep.Sources

Jul 1, 2022 • 41:13

Reality TV Creeps: Erika Jayne, Omarosa, "Mystery" & Puck (Real Housewives, The Apprentice, The Pickup Artist & The Real World)

Reality TV Creeps: Erika Jayne, Omarosa, "Mystery" & Puck (Real Housewives, The Apprentice, The Pickup Artist & The Real World)

What a CreepSeason 16, Episode 1“Reality TV Creeps”Margo & Sonia celebrate season 16 with a quartet of Creeps from the Reality TV world--Erika Jayne (Real Housewives of Beverly Hills,) “Mystery” Erik von Markovik (The Pickup Artist,) Omarosa Manigault Newman (The Apprentice,) and “Puck” David Rainey of The Real World San Francisco.) We are not saying they are all terrible and beyond help--but they have done really creepy things on their show and with their fame and this is how we process things.

Jun 17, 2022 • 1:21:32

The Chippendales Murder: Steve Banerjee & The Murder of Nick DeNoia

The Chippendales Murder: Steve Banerjee & The Murder of Nick DeNoia

What a CreepSeason 15, Episode 10The Chippendales MurderSomen “Steve” Banerjee grew up in Bombay (now known as Mumbai) and came to California in the 1960s hell-bent on becominga success story. Starting with owning a gas station and then a nightclub in Los Angeles, his prospects seemed underwhelming until a club customer turned friend encouraged the shy, competitive Banerjee to play disco music and attract and female crowd. What started with female mud wrestling by future Creep subject Paul Sni

Jun 10, 2022 • 46:03

Ted Cruz (Political Creep) & Canadian NON-Creeps "The Kids in the Hall"

Ted Cruz (Political Creep) & Canadian NON-Creeps "The Kids in the Hall"

What a CreepSeason 15, Episode 9Ted CruzU.S. Senator Ted Cruz is anti-abortion, but pro-death penalty and against Obamacare. He opposes same-sex marriage and civil unions, which he has described as tyranny. He’s against the legalization of marijuana and immigration reform. He is in favor of gun rights. He voted against the Paycheck Fairness Act in 2014, AND he voted against reauthorizing the Violence Against Women Act.Two days after the murder of 21 people in his state of Texas, he spoke at the

Jun 4, 2022 • 49:21

Creepy Santa Cruz History: "Murder Capital of the World" Edmund Kemper, Herbert Mullin

Creepy Santa Cruz History: "Murder Capital of the World" Edmund Kemper, Herbert Mullin

What a CreepSeason 15, Episode 8Creepy Santa Cruz Santa Cruz is one of those wonderful, sleepy destinations in the mountains of Northern California. Known for its Boardwalk and being close to the Redwoods--it is both a travel destination and the home for over 270,000 in a truly diverse population. The tension between the Mexican heritage and modern “progress” is a part of the culture that really changed when the University of Santa Cruz opened there creating a youth population in the 1960s which

May 21, 2022 • 50:53

Belle Gibson (Aussie Cancer Fraudster) & Helen Reddy (Aussie Signing Goddess)

Belle Gibson (Aussie Cancer Fraudster) & Helen Reddy (Aussie Signing Goddess)

What a CreepSeason 15, Episode 7Belle GibsonBelle Gibson is the creator of The Whole Pantry app and author of its companion cookbook, “The Whole Pantry.” She had claimed that she had been given only months to live after she was diagnosed with an incurable form of brain cancer. But she was able to skip chemotherapy and cancer treatments and heal herself with “nutrition and holistic medicine." You’ll be surprised to learn that’s not true. She’s such a creep. Sources for this episodeBBCThe CutElle

May 15, 2022 • 50:20

What a Creep: Charles Starkweather (1958 Spree Killer from Nebraska)

What a Creep: Charles Starkweather (1958 Spree Killer from Nebraska)

What a CreepSeason 15, Episode 7Charles Starkweather Charles Starkweather was 19 when he took his 14-year-old girlfriend Caril Ann Fugate through Nebraska and Wyoming in January 1958 on a murder spree that ultimately took 11 lives (including her baby sister). Starkweather was obsessed with James Dean and loved the media attention and infamy this brought him. Caril Ann maintains to this day that she was an innocent victim of a psychopath.Charles was executed on June 25, 1959, and Caril Ann served

May 6, 2022 • 49:11

Josh Duggar (Quiverfull Creep) & NON-Creep Sister Rosetta Tharpe (Guitar Queen)

Josh Duggar (Quiverfull Creep) & NON-Creep Sister Rosetta Tharpe (Guitar Queen)

What a CreepSeason 15, Episode 6The Duggar FamilyYou probably know the Duggar family from their various shows on TLC, including “17 Kids and Counting,” “18 Kids and Counting” and - you guessed it - “19 Kids and Counting” where they were portrayed as a loving, hard-working, religious family.The Duggars are creeps for a lot of reasons. They’re homophobic and transphobic, and for over two decades, the Duggar parents dismissed their eldest son Josh’s sexual abuse of his younger sisters and a babysit

Apr 29, 2022 • 57:26

Comedy Creep Chris D'Elia & NON-Creeps Jen Kirkman & Alice Hamilton Plus, Max Landis (Replay)

Comedy Creep Chris D'Elia & NON-Creeps Jen Kirkman & Alice Hamilton Plus, Max Landis (Replay)

What a CreepSeason 15, Episode 5Max Landis (Replay,) the Amazing Jen Kirkman & Alice Hamilton with a Smidge of Chris D’Elia Grossness (Enjoy!)Today's ep is an update show because one of our former Creeps put out a video about another Creeps return to stage. Comic Alice Hamilton recently released her comedy special on You Tube called “Cex Kriminal” about Chris D’Elia and wow, does he have reasons why you should ignore his history of being accused of booking up with teenage girls using social med

Apr 22, 2022 • 1:04:13

The Pied Piper of Tucson (Charles 'Smitty' Schmid) & NON-Creep Gabby Giffords

The Pied Piper of Tucson (Charles 'Smitty' Schmid) & NON-Creep Gabby Giffords

What a Creep “The Pied Piper of Tucson”Season 15, Episode 4Charles “Smitty” SchmidLife magazine wrote a cover story about Charles “Smitty” Schmid in March 1967 describing teenagers as basically animals that race, do drugs, have sex, and will never “snitch” on anyone--even a 22-year-old pedophile Creep who wears heavy makeup and killed one of their schoolmates. This story is about a man dubbed the “Pied Piper of Tucson” who acted like a murderous Wooderson. Trigger warnings: murder, sexual assaul

Apr 16, 2022 • 53:08

Kid Rock "Rock Creep" and Non-Creep "What's Your Limp?" Jordan Walker Ross

Kid Rock "Rock Creep" and Non-Creep "What's Your Limp?" Jordan Walker Ross

What a CreepSeason 15, Episode 3Kid RockKid Rock sucks, and we're not just talking about his new music. When he's not dropping homophobic slurs at his concerts and slut-shaming famous women, he's kissing disgraced former President Trump's ass and singing the praises of the Confederate flag. What a creep!Sources for this episode: BiographyBillboardComplexConsequenceThe GuardianPeopleRolling StoneUSA TodayUSA Today timelineVultureWikipediaTrigger warnings: Homophobia, misogyny, and shitty musicBe

Apr 8, 2022 • 40:16

Elizabeth Holmes "Theranos CEO & Creep" (Replay from season 1)

Elizabeth Holmes "Theranos CEO & Creep" (Replay from season 1)

What A CreepElizabeth Holmes�Hey everyone!It’s time to get creepy! It’s season 1, episode 3 of “What a Creep” starring Elizabeth Homes, the former CEO of the totally bullshit-worthy company Theranos. There is so much creepiness to go around here. Including her former COO and boyfriend Sunny Balwani as well as the plethora of older men who had no problem throwing millions at her and never seeing a prototype of the Edison or the MiniLab. (Geniuses!)This week Margo is the presenter and here are her

Apr 1, 2022 • 1:02:57

What a Creep: "The Kitty Genovese Murder"

What a Creep: "The Kitty Genovese Murder"

What a Creep “The Murder of Kitty Genovese”Season 15, Episode 2The Real Details & the Aftermath of One of the Most Famous Murders in New York CityThe murder of 28-year-old Kitty Genovese made national news when The New York Times on March 27, 1964, claimed that 37 people watched as she was stabbed to death and did nothing to help her. The expression “Bystander Syndrome” was developed partly because of her crime and her death became a symbol of apathy and a lack of community on the rise. None of

Mar 25, 2022 • 54:53

What a Creep: "Loveline Creeps" Adam Carolla & Dr. Drew

What a Creep: "Loveline Creeps" Adam Carolla & Dr. Drew

What a CreepSeason 15, Episode 1Loveline creeps: Adam Carolla & Dr. Drew PinskyAdam Carolla is a radio personality, comedian, actor, and podcaster. He’s also a poster boy for toxic masculinity and is a misogynist creep. Dr. Drew Pinsky is a doctor, addiction medicine specialist, and media personality. He’s also kind of a creep who recommends drugs without disclosing he’s on the big pharma payroll. And these two creeps used to host a popular syndicated radio show called “Loveline.” Eventually, th

Mar 18, 2022 • 1:00:23

What a Creep: Hugh Hefner (Playboy Founder & Creep) TW: SA

What a Creep: Hugh Hefner (Playboy Founder & Creep) TW: SA

What a Creep: Hugh HefnerSeason 14, Episode 10Playboy Founder & CreepOn September 17, 2017, Hugh Marston Heffner died at the age of 91. He was hailed in the press (for decades) as being solely responsible for the sexual revolution of the 60s, a champion of civil rights, a First Amendment warrior, a philanthropic activist, and a hero to women who would still be stuck home with sexless lives were it not for his brand Playboy. It was just a few weeks afterward that the ‘Me Too” movement began with

Mar 11, 2022 • 58:20

What a Creep: Jerry Lewis (Comedy Creep) & Our Non Creep Hal Sparks!

What a Creep: Jerry Lewis (Comedy Creep) & Our Non Creep Hal Sparks!

What a CreepSeason 14, Episode 9Jerry LewisJerry Lewis was a comedian, actor, and director whose goofy comic style made him one of the most popular performers of the 1950s and ’60s. You might also know him as the guy that hosted the Muscular Dystrophy Association telethon that ran from 1966 until 2014.But he was also difficult, cruel, and an insecure egomaniac who couldn’t keep it in his pants. He was a sexist creep who sexually harassed and assaulted many of his female co-stars.Sources for this

Mar 4, 2022 • 44:41

What a Creep: "The Zoot Suit Riots" & "The Sleepy Lagoon Murder"

What a Creep: "The Zoot Suit Riots" & "The Sleepy Lagoon Murder"

What a Creep: The Sleepy Lagoon MurderSeason 14, Episode 8The Murder of Jose Gallardo Diaz & the Zoot Suit RiotsOn August 2, 1942, Jose Gallardo Diaz (22) was found unconscious in an area known as The Sleepy Lagoon. He had multiple head injuries, was stabbed at least twice, and had a broken finger. He died at Los Angeles Hospital, and a complete sweep of Mexican Americans by the LA cops captured the media's imagination. Though mostly from future Creep William Randolph Hearst) kids that were Zoot

Feb 26, 2022 • 54:49

What a Creep: Clarence Thomas (Supremely Creepy Justice of the Supreme Court)

What a Creep: Clarence Thomas (Supremely Creepy Justice of the Supreme Court)

What a CreepSeason 14, Episode 6Supreme Court Justice Clarence ThomasClarence Thomas is a justice on the Supreme Court of the United States. He’s only the second African-American to serve on the Court, after Thurgood Marshall. Since 2018, Thomas has been the longest-serving member of the Court, with a tenure of 30 years. He’s also a creep with a history of sexually harassing women. Oh, and his wife, Ginni Thomas, is a creep, too.Sources for this episode: The documentary “Anita”ABC NewsSlateMothe

Feb 18, 2022 • 50:03

What a Creep: NFL Creeps (Tom Brady, Ben Roethlisberger, Rae Carruth, & Lance Rentzel)

What a Creep: NFL Creeps (Tom Brady, Ben Roethlisberger, Rae Carruth, & Lance Rentzel)

What a Creep: NFL CreepsSeason 14, Episode 6Tom Brady, Rae Carruth, Lance Rentzel, & Ben RoethlisbergerIn honor of the upcoming sports ball competition that involves football (we are not supposed to say Super Bowl because of evil overlords,) Margo & Sonia are talking about a quartet of NFL Creeps. Grab some chips & dip and enjoy! Trigger warnings: Murder, Sociopathy, Sexual Assault, & General Assholery! Sources:Rae CarruthRae Carruth MuderpediaRae Carruth New York TimesSports Illustrated “The Bo

Feb 11, 2022 • 55:01

What a Creep: Mark Hofmann (Salt Lake City Bomber & Killer)

What a Creep: Mark Hofmann (Salt Lake City Bomber & Killer)

What a Creep: Mark HofmannSeason 14, Episode 5Forgery/Liar/Killer/BomberMark Hofmann had a Netflix documentary series that highlighted his criminal activity in the '70s & 80s in Salt Lake City, Utah—the home of the Mormon Church (known as the LDS the Church of Jesus Christ Later Day Saints.) In Murder Among Mormons, you learned about his crime spree on Tuesday, October 15, 1985, which involved two people being killed by homemade bombs he created and left for them. But what motivated this, by all

Feb 4, 2022 • 52:44

What a Creep: Peter Nygard (Fashion Exec & Creep)

What a Creep: Peter Nygard (Fashion Exec & Creep)

What a Creep: Peter NygardSeason 14, Episode 4Big Time Fashion/Retail CreepPeter Nygard is a Finnish-Canadian fashion executive and a super creep. More than 80 women from the Bahamas, Canada, and the United States have joined a class-action lawsuit accusing Nygard of rape, sexual assault, and sex trafficking.Sources for this episode“The Secrets of Nygard Cay” on Dateline“Unseamly: The Investigation of Peter Nygard” on Discovery+NBC NewsCBC NewsToronto SunVanity FairWikipediaTrigger warnings: Rap

Jan 28, 2022 • 55:30

What a Creep: Norman Mailer (Controversial Writer & Creep)

What a Creep: Norman Mailer (Controversial Writer & Creep)

What a Creep: Norman Mailer Season 14, Episode 3 Writer, Activist, & Wife-Stabber Norman Mailer has been in the news lately due to the fact his son John Buffalo Mailer who is partnering with Mailer biographer J. Michael Lennon on a new trove of Mailer writings with the later writers’ ideas on what American democracy will look like in the future. The man died in 2007 at the age of 84 and lived as big a life as any (we will get into it all today.)  Yet, Mailer’s longtime publisher Random House

Jan 22, 2022 • 41:08

What a Creep: Rush Limbaugh (Talk Radio Creep)

What a Creep: Rush Limbaugh (Talk Radio Creep)

What a Creep: Rush Limbaugh Season 14, Episode 2 To All the “Ditto-Heads” Out There! Rush Limbaugh was one of the most popular talk radio hosts and leading voices of the conservative movement in the United States. He was the prototype to Fox News trashcans like Tucker Carlson and Sean Hannity, and even disgraced former president Donald Trump.  Rush Limbaugh was a sexist, racist, homophobic bigot and a big ol’ creep. Sources for this episode include: CBS News Huffington Post New York Times

Jan 14, 2022 • 47:49

What a Creep: Canada's Residential Schools (Non-Creeps: Dan Levy & Eugene Levy)

What a Creep: Canada's Residential Schools (Non-Creeps: Dan Levy & Eugene Levy)

What a Creep: Canada’s Residential Schools Season 14, Episode 1 The systematic cultural genocide of indigenous people of North America  From 1831 – 1998 North America put seven generations of indigenous people (primarily children) into residential schools to take the culture of First Nation and turn it into a Christian/European society. The Catholic Church was often involved, but the Canadian Government ran some. Over 150,000 children were forcibly taken from their families and sent to overcrow

Jan 7, 2022 • 50:21

What a Creep: (Bonus!) Reality TV Talk with the "Book of Lies" Podcast

What a Creep: (Bonus!) Reality TV Talk with the "Book of Lies" Podcast

What a Creep: “Book of Lies” Season 13, Episode 11 Margo & Sonia meet Sunni & Brandi to talk about Reality TV Creeps   Margo & Sonia talk with two of our favorite podcasters, Sunni & Brandi of the Book of Lies podcast about all things reality TV-related including Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, Selling Sunset, Love After Lockup, 90 Day Fiance, the Duggars and more!  Be sure to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts and you will never miss an episode.  Also

Dec 22, 2021 • 48:56

What a Creep: Dov Charney (Former CEO of American Apparel)

What a Creep: Dov Charney (Former CEO of American Apparel)

What a Creep: Dov Charney Season 13, Episode 10 Former CEO & Creep of American Apparel Dov Charney is the creator of American Apparel, a retail clothing chain that sold the building blocks for your hipster wardrobe - leggings, plain T-shirts, and pants. But it had really sleazy marketing and a dedication to not make their clothes in a sweatshop which made them kinda cool. Unfortunately, Dov Charney is probably more famous for his sexual harassment than he is for American Apparel. Sources: Blo

Dec 20, 2021 • 39:43

What a Creep (Bonus!): Interview with Trashy Divorces podcast & celebrity divorces

What a Creep (Bonus!): Interview with Trashy Divorces podcast & celebrity divorces

What a Creep: “Trashy Divorces” (Bonus ep!) Season 13, Episode 9 Margo & Sonia meet Stacie & Alicia for a Fun Interview!   Margo & Sonia talk with two of our favorite podcasters Stacie & Alicia from Trashy Divorces! We talk about the latest celebrity divorces in the news, their new podcast launching this month (Love Letters…), and what they each believe helps make a marriage stronger. Just a bonus episode of fun with a couple of amazing women in podcasting.  Be sure to subscribe wherever you ge

Dec 15, 2021 • 41:22

What a Creep: Robert Durst ("The Jinx" Creep)

What a Creep: Robert Durst ("The Jinx" Creep)

What a Creep: Robert Durst  Season 13, Episode 8 The Jinx Creep! (Kathleen & Robert Durst) In 2015, HBO released a docu-series that took the nation by storm. The first media interview with Robert Durst, the son of billionaire real estate magnate Seymour Durst, in decades at the time. The then 72-year-old Durst has been accused of three murders in his life and seemed to use his money and privilege to avoid any real penalty. The filmmaker Andrew Jarecki was obsessed with Durst's story, so his 201

Dec 10, 2021 • 47:20

What a Creep: Altamont "Creepy Concert Tragedy" Not Fade Away Replay

What a Creep: Altamont "Creepy Concert Tragedy" Not Fade Away Replay

What a Creep: Not Fade Away Podcast Bonus Ep  “Altamont/The Rolling Stones” The Not Fade Away podcast is back and today’s subject--the Altamont concert that took place on December 6, 1969. It was supposed to be a showcase by the Rolling Stones to demonstrate their ability to draw an even bigger crowd than the Woodstock festival which took place in August of that year. That concert was billed as “three days of peace & music” and managed to rise above their circumstances of overcrowding, rain and

Dec 6, 2021 • 1:39:46

What a Creep: Frank Sinatra (replay)

What a Creep: Frank Sinatra (replay)

What a Creep: Frank Sinatra (Replay)   Season 13, Episode 7 Crooner N' Creep Francis Albert Sinatra is one of the most celebrated vocalists of the 20th Century. He has sold over 150 million records and continues to sell just as well now as he did at the height of his height popularity.  He was known for his blue eyes and velvet voice. He was one of the first teen heartthrobs, a lover of women, a man who would just as soon get into a fight and then hug a person. He was demanding of everyone aro

Dec 3, 2021 • 1:12:53

What a Creep: Rex Harrison (Old Timey Hollywood Creep!)

What a Creep: Rex Harrison (Old Timey Hollywood Creep!)

What a Creep: Rex Harrison Season 13, Episode 6 “Old-Timey Hollywood Creep” From Henry Higgins to Doctor Doolittle, Rex Harrison is one of Hollywood’s most popular leading men of the 20th Century. With his tall stature, deep booming voice, and his undeniable confidence—audiences ate him up whether he was playing a deceased sea captain in The Ghost and Mrs. Muir or Julius Caesar. “Sexy Rexy” as he was known led a life full of swagger, luxury, success, and often—tragedy. This is one of those old-

Nov 26, 2021 • 44:45

What a Creep: Bobby Flay (Creepy Chef)

What a Creep: Bobby Flay (Creepy Chef)

What a Creep: Bobby Flay Season 13, Episode 5 “Creepy Chef” (Food Network's Bobby Flay) Bobby Flay is a celebrity chef who has hosted 16 (!) cooking shows and specials on The Food Network and The Cooking Channel including “Boy Meets Grill” and “Beat Bobby Flay” - a show that Anthony Bourdain once commented on saying, “Beat Bobby Flay sounds promising until you realize it's about cooking." He’s also a cheatin’ husband and a low-stakes creep - the kind you might encounter in the office and think,

Nov 12, 2021 • 43:06

What a Creep: "Not Fade Away" Bonus Ep "Concert Tragedies: The Who in 1979"

What a Creep: "Not Fade Away" Bonus Ep "Concert Tragedies: The Who in 1979"

What a Creep: Not Fade Away Podcast Bonus Ep  “The Who in Cincinnatti” The Travis Scott “Astroworld” Concert Tragedy (This episode was originally released in December 2019)  In today’s episode, we talk about the tragedy at Riverfront Coliseum in Cincinnati that took place on December 3, 1979. On that night 11 people were killed trying to enter the doors for a concert by The Who. At the time it was the worst concert tragedy in American history. “Festival Seating” was demonized and the term “stam

Nov 7, 2021 • 1:00:14

What a Creep: Gwen Shamblin Lara ("The Way Down" Cult Creep)

What a Creep: Gwen Shamblin Lara ("The Way Down" Cult Creep)

What a Creep: Gwen Shamblin Lara Season 13, Episode 4 The Founder of Remnant Fellowship Church “HBOMax The Way Down”  Gwen Henley Shamblin Lara was the founder of a popular Christina diet program called “The Weigh Down” whose followers were instructed to use God as their guide to lose weight and overcome eating issues. This led her to start her own ministry called the Remnant Fellowship which along with her best-selling books and popular online programs and festivals made her a wealthy woman. F

Nov 5, 2021 • 45:13

What a Creep: "The Gainesville Ripper" (The inspiration for Scream's "Ghostface")

What a Creep: "The Gainesville Ripper" (The inspiration for Scream's "Ghostface")

What a Creep: “The Gainesville Ripper” Season 13, Episode 3 Danny Rolling, the inspiration for Scream’s “Ghostface”    Did you know that the movie SCREAM was inspired by a true crime? We didn’t. Danny Rolling, the Gainesville Ripper, murdered five students in Gainesville, Fla., in August 1990, which all but shut down the college town. And it turned out he had murdered before but didn’t get caught until years later. This is a rough one y’all.  Trigger warnings including child abuse, rape, mutila

Oct 29, 2021 • 35:56

What a Creep: Mark Weinberger "The Nose Doctor" & Creep

What a Creep: Mark Weinberger "The Nose Doctor" & Creep

What a Creep: Mark Weinberger Season 13, Episode 2 “The Sinus Doctor” & Creep (Vanity Fair 2011) Dr. Mark Weinberger was at one time THE Ear, Nose, & Throat surgeon in Indiana, a place where factory smoke billows through the air constantly causing sinus issues for many of the residents. Most of them with union jobs and therefore, have health insurance. In 2004, he disappeared in Europe while on vacation with his wife for her 30th birthday. What she didn’t know was the man she married committed

Oct 23, 2021 • 35:57

What a Creep: Casey Affleck & James Franco (Duo of Acting Creeps)

What a Creep: Casey Affleck & James Franco (Duo of Acting Creeps)

What a Creep: Casey Affleck & James Franco Season 13, Episode 1 A Duo of Acting Creeps   Casey Affleck is a successful actor, writer, and director who was nominated for an Academy Award for the Best Supporting Actor in The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford in 2007. He also had roles in a string of hit films like To Do For, Good Will Hunting, Oceans 11, 12 & 13, plus Gone Baby Gone directed by his older brother Ben. In 2009, he and his buddy Joaquin Phoenix decided to direct

Oct 15, 2021 • 48:49

What a Creep: "Les Moonves" (Former CEO & Creep at CBS)

What a Creep: "Les Moonves" (Former CEO & Creep at CBS)

What a Creep: Les Moonves Season 12, Episode 10 CBS CEO Honcho & Creep For almost 30 years, Leslie Moonves was one of the most powerful media executives in America. He was the chairman and CEO of CBS Corporation, overseeing news shows like “60 Minutes” to dramas and sitcoms like “CSI” and “The Big Bang Theory.” He was also in charge of Showtime, the publishing house Simon & Schuster, and the streaming service, CBS All Access. He was one of the highest-paid CEOs in the country, sometimes earning

Oct 8, 2021 • 43:13

What a Creep: Alex Kelly "The Preppy Rapist"

What a Creep: Alex Kelly "The Preppy Rapist"

What a Creep: Alex Kelly Season 12, Episode 9 “The Preppy Rapist”  Alex Kelly was considered a golden boy in his hometown of Darien, CT. Born to a wealthy family and growing up in a peak New England fancy neighborhood (meaning rich & white) he was good-looking, athletic, and popular.  That all changed in February 1986 when the HS senior was arrested for suspicion of two rapes of girls in the span of four days.  The Dairen police and district attorney decided to charge and try him for both at th

Oct 1, 2021 • 36:18

What a Creep: Errol Flynn "Old-Timey Hollywood Creep" (Orignally played Oct 2019)

What a Creep: Errol Flynn "Old-Timey Hollywood Creep" (Orignally played Oct 2019)

What a Creep: Errol Flynn Season 12, Episode 8 Old-Timey Hollywood Replay Episode  (Originally dropped October 2019) Welcome to the third season of What a Creep talking about old school Hollywood star Errol Flynn and his awful, creepy ways. He was an animal-abusing, lying, thieving, womanizing child rapist who somehow is still beloved by classic movie fans. (It must be the way he held a sword?) Then, Margo & Sonia talk about a screen legend who was definitely NOT a Creep.   This episode is put

Sep 23, 2021 • 48:30

What a Creep: Henry Ford (Inventor & Creep!)

What a Creep: Henry Ford (Inventor & Creep!)

What a Creep: Henry Ford Season 12, Episode 7 Inventor Creep Henry Ford rose from obscurity to become one of the most successful men in history. His Ford cars ushered in the modern world. But he was also a racist and anti-semite, who tried to control his workers’ lives and bullied the people closest to him. He’s a creep. Sources for this episode: American Experience: Henry Ford PBS History.com Biography.com Salon Edsel.com Henry Ford Museum Wikipedia Trigger warnings: Anti-semitism and r

Sep 17, 2021 • 52:53

What a Creep: Jeffrey MacDonald (Family Annihilator & Creep!)

What a Creep: Jeffrey MacDonald (Family Annihilator & Creep!)

What a Creep: Jeffrey MacDonald Season 12, Episode 6 Family Annihilator & Creep Jeffrey MacDonald was convicted in 1979 of murdering his wife and two daughters on the night of February 17, 1970. At the time he was a doctor for the United States Air Force, his wife was expecting their third child (a son) and he told his wife that he wanted to live in Russia for a few months and work on the US Army boxing team. They had an argument heard by the neighbors and later he called the police saying he a

Sep 10, 2021 • 57:13

What a Creep: Richard Scott Smith "Love Fraud"

What a Creep: Richard Scott Smith "Love Fraud"

What a Creep: Richard Scott Smith Season 12, Episode 5 The Love Fraud Creep Richard Scott Smith, the subject of the documentary Love Fraud, meets middle-aged women, love bombs them, and then drains them of their life savings. He moves on to the next con, leaving these women with massive debt. He is a narcissist and a bigamist, and a real creep. Sources for this episode:  The documentary series “Love Fraud”  Scott the Crook website   Vanity Fair Oprah Daily Cinemaholic Oxygen Refinery29 U

Sep 3, 2021 • 45:44

What a Creep: Cullen Davis (Texas-Sized Creep!)

What a Creep: Cullen Davis (Texas-Sized Creep!)

What a Creep: Cullen DavisSeason 12, Episode 4 Texas-Sized, True Crime Creepiness In the 1970s, Cullen Davis was one of the richest men ever charged for murder. He was so wealthy that he was able to outspend the entire State of Texas in his defense. Cullen was said to be the inspiration for JR Ewing of 80s hit TV show Dallas. He also (allegedly) was a cruel, mean, and violent man behind the doors of their mansion. His acrimonious divorce from Priscilla Davis made all the papers, and on the nigh

Aug 27, 2021 • 46:13

What a Creep: James Toback "Creepy Movie Director"

What a Creep: James Toback "Creepy Movie Director"

What a Creep: James TobackSeason 12, Episode 3 Creepy Director James Toback is the writer and director of such movies as “The Pick-Up Artist,” “Black and White,” and “Two Girls and a Guy.” He was nominated for an Oscar for writing the screenplay for Warren Beatty’s “Bugsy.” He’s also a super creep who has been accused of sexually assaulting more than 300 women over a 40-year period.  Sources for this episode Los Angeles Times New York Times Daily Beast Natasha Leggero on Jimmy Kimmel Live

Aug 20, 2021 • 41:24

What a Creep: Eric Clapton (Classic Rock Creep)

What a Creep: Eric Clapton (Classic Rock Creep)

What a Creep: Eric Clapton Season 12, Episode 2 Old-Fashioned Rock Creep Eric Patrick Clapton is a musician of such renown; he is the only person inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame three times. He has won several Grammys and was given the Lifetime Achievement Award in 2006. Some of the bands he has been with include The Yardbirds, Cream, Blind Faith, Delaney & Bonnie, and Derek and the Dominoes. He has played at London’s Royal Albert Hall over 200 times, the most of any artist. His life

Aug 13, 2021 • 48:04

What a Creep: Joe Francis "Girls Gone Wild"

What a Creep: Joe Francis "Girls Gone Wild"

What a Creep: Joe Francis Season 12, Episode 1 Founder of “Girls Gone Wild” & Mega Creep Joe Francis was the founder and creator of Girls Gone Wild, which made him a millionaire 10 times over. He has also been convicted of tax evasion, bribery, false imprisonment, assault; and has pleaded no contest to child abuse and prostitution. Sources for this episode: Hollywood Reporter Jezebel CBS News Forbes Ranker Las Vegas Review-Journal Los Angeles Times Syracuse The Sun Meet Joe Francis Wi

Aug 6, 2021 • 52:36

What a Creep: Ted Bundy (2021 update & 2019 replay)

What a Creep: Ted Bundy (2021 update & 2019 replay)

What a Creep: Ted Bundy (Replay)  Season 11, Episode 10 Because Hollywood Cannot Stop Telling This Horrible Story!  This week we decided to replay one of our episodes from the first season about killer Ted Bundy because once again--Hollywood decided to have a hot actor play the disgusting garbage person who took the lives of dozens of women and children.  Chad Michael Murray is the lead for the new film Ted Bundy: American Boogeyman which is set to release in August 2021.  Trigger Warnings: Mur

Jul 30, 2021 • 1:22:20

What a Creep: Ted Bundy (New Intro & replay of 2019 episode)

What a Creep: Ted Bundy (New Intro & replay of 2019 episode)

What a Creep: Ted Bundy (Replay)  Season 11, Episode 10 Because Hollywood Cannot Stop Telling This Horrible Story!  This week we decided to replay one of our episodes from the first season about killer Ted Bundy because once again--Hollywood decided to have a hot actor play the disgusting garbage person who took the lives of dozens of women and children.  Chad Michael Murray is the lead for the new film Ted Bundy: American Boogeyman which is set to release in August 2021.  Trigger Warnings: Mur

Jul 30, 2021 • 3:44

What a Creep: Hillsong's Carl Lentz (Former Bieber BFF & Creep)

What a Creep: Hillsong's Carl Lentz (Former Bieber BFF & Creep)

What a Creep: Carl Lentz Season 11, Episode 9 Justin Bieber’s Former BFF and Hillsong Church’s Former Star & Creep Hillson Church is based in Australia with dozens of outposts worldwide, and over 150,000 attend weekly services. If you check their YouTube channel for Hillsong Worship, Hillsong United, and Hillsong Young & Free--their music is the main draw with millions of streams and downloads for their spiritually uplifting attitude. The church services seem youthful and look more like concert

Jul 23, 2021 • 45:51

What a Creep: Imelda Marcos (Dictator & Creep)

What a Creep: Imelda Marcos (Dictator & Creep)

What a Creep: Imelda Marcos Season 11, Episode 8 The Dictator’s Mrs. Did More Than Buy Shoes!  Known as the “Steel Butterfly” for her combination of fashion sense and political ambition, Imelda Marcos is the former first lady of the Philippines. Her husband, Ferdinand Marcos, was president of the Philippines from 1965 to 1986. During that time, the couple embezzled $10 BILLION from the government. In fact, Imelda and her husband hold the Guinness World Record for the Greatest Robbery of a Gove

Jul 16, 2021 • 41:33

What a Creep: H.H. Holmes (America's First Serial Killer)

What a Creep: H.H. Holmes (America's First Serial Killer)

What a Creep: H.H. Holmes “The Devil in the White City" Season 11, Episode 8 Murderer & Creep This week’s Creep is considered one of America’s first serial killers with anywhere from a couple of dozen to over 200 victims depending on your source. He was a thief, liar, schemer, forger, bigamist, and a killer of men, women, and children whose many deeds were described in the book The Devil in the White City by Erik Larson. None other than Leonardo DiCaprio and Martin Scorsese are the producers of

Jul 9, 2021 • 41:13

What a Creep: "Free Britney" Jamie Spears, John McAfee & Below Deck Yachting "JL is a CREEP!"

What a Creep: "Free Britney" Jamie Spears, John McAfee & Below Deck Yachting "JL is a CREEP!"

What a Creep: “Free Britney,” John McAffe & Reality Creeps in the News Season 11, Episode 7 Creeps in the News June 2021 After listening to Britney Spears’s testimony to mark herself free of her father’s conservatorship, we had to drop our usual planned episode and talk about her, the death of past episode subject John McAfee, and some reality show Creeps in the news. A summer scorcher of Creepiness! Sources for this episode:  NPR “Britney Spears asks for the end of conservatorship” New York

Jun 25, 2021 • 42:43

What a Creep: "The Tylenol Murders" (1982) Mystery Creep!

What a Creep: "The Tylenol Murders" (1982) Mystery Creep!

What a Creep: “The Tylenol Murders” (1982) Season 11, Episode 6 Mystery Creep! In September 1982, some creep put cyanide inside Tylenol capsules, put them back in the bottles, and randomly placed them on store shelves across the Chicago area. Seven people died after taking Tylenol, including a 12-year-old girl, a new mom, and three members of the same family. The police set up a special task force to investigate, and several suspects were questioned throughout the years, but no one has been arr

Jun 18, 2021 • 46:43

What a Creep: Charles Lindbergh (Aviator Creep)

What a Creep: Charles Lindbergh (Aviator Creep)

What a Creep: Charles Lindbergh Season 11, Episode 5 Aviator Creep Charles Lindbergh is one of the most important aviators in the history of flight. Not just on earth, but also in space where he is one of the grandfathers of the U.S. Space Program. He went from being a national hero to an international disgrace and back to hero status in his 72 years of life. He was handsome, eloquent, and brave. He spoke about old-fashioned American values and the importance of living a curious life. Lindbergh

Jun 11, 2021 • 56:06

What a Creep; Rachel Hollis (Motivational Creep)

What a Creep; Rachel Hollis (Motivational Creep)

What a Creep: Rachel Hollis Season 11, Episode 4 Motivational Creep  A few short years ago, motivational speaker Rachel Hollis was at the top of her game. Followed by millions on social media with her inspirational message of getting everything you want in life and overcoming poverty & sexism with cheery optimism & a bit of Jesus thrown in. Married to her only boyfriend with adorable kids and an MLM/speaking business designed to help women to be girl bosses and take accountability in order to o

May 31, 2021 • 53:38

What a Creep: Kevin Spacey (Predator and Creep)

What a Creep: Kevin Spacey (Predator and Creep)

What a Creep: Kevin Spacey Season 11, Episode 3 Acting Legend & Total Creep Kevin Spacey is probably in some of your favorite movies from the 1990s, including Swimming with Sharks, The Usual Suspects, Se7en, LA Confidential, A Time To Kill, and American Beauty. He’s won two Oscars, multiple Golden Globes, Screen Actors Guild awards, and critic awards.  He’s really good at playing creeps, but it turns out it wasn’t really acting. More than 30 people have accused him of sexual harassment and sexu

May 21, 2021 • 48:52

What a Creep: Eddie Mannix (MGM "Fixer" & Creep)

What a Creep: Eddie Mannix (MGM "Fixer" & Creep)

What a Creep: Eddie Mannix Season 11, Episode 2 MGM’s Main "Fixer" & Creep This episode was inspired by the 2016 Cohen Brothers movie Hail Cesar which stars George Clooney, Scarlett Johansen, Tilda Swinton, and Josh Brolin playing a very fictionalized version of longtime MGM enforcer—Eddie Mannix. The film presents him as a lovable rogue and family man who has the tough job of keeping his stars in check. He was known as “the Fixer” and in reality, there was little to love about the man. Mannix

May 14, 2021 • 43:21

What a Creep: Blake Bailey, Josh Duggar & Scott Rudin (a trio of creeps!)

What a Creep: Blake Bailey, Josh Duggar & Scott Rudin (a trio of creeps!)

What a Creep: Blake Bailey, Josh Duggar & Scott Rudin Season 11, Episode 1 A trio of the biggest Creeps in the news (right now!) Hello, Cohorts!  It is the beginning of a new season and we are beginning it with a trio of Creeps who have been featured in the recent news. They are harassers, exploiters, and total shitheads--just the kind we like to roast! Get ready to rage out!  Trigger warnings: Descriptions of violence, sexual assault, grooming by a predator, workplace violence, and child explo

May 7, 2021 • 38:33

What a Creep: Brett Favre (NFL Creep)

What a Creep: Brett Favre (NFL Creep)

What a Creep: Brett Favre Season 10, Episode 10 NFL Creep Brett Favre is a quarterback who played in the NFL for 20 seasons, mainly with the Green Bay Packers. He had 321 consecutive starts from 1992 to 2010, the most in league history.  He’s also a creep who sends unsolicited dick pics and sexually harasses women. Sources for this episode:  USA Today New York Times Deadspin: Brett Favre’s cell phone seduction Deadspin: Favre sued for sexual harassment  Deadspin: Favre silent on Caitlyn J

Apr 30, 2021 • 42:54

What a Creep: "The Gardner Museum Heist" (1990) Mystery Art Creeps!

What a Creep: "The Gardner Museum Heist" (1990) Mystery Art Creeps!

What a Creep: The Gardner Museum Heist (1990) Season 10, Episode 9 Our First Mystery Creeps! In this episode, we are talking about our first “Mystery Creep” as it is about one of the biggest art heists of all time and features the city of Boston, the world of stealing art as a form of currency with law enforcement and gangsters. In the 30+ years since the Isabella Stewart Gardener Museum was vandalized with 13 works stolen (some ripped right out of their frame), there have been no arrests and t

Apr 23, 2021 • 45:02

What a Creep: Jim Bakker (PTL Creep/Not Tammy Faye!)

What a Creep: Jim Bakker (PTL Creep/Not Tammy Faye!)

What a Creep Season 10, Episode 8 Jim Bakker "TV Preacher & Creep" Jim Bakker and his wife Tammy Faye Bakker were the most famous televangelists in America in the 1970s and ‘80s with “The PTL Club” and a Heritage USA theme park. They lived a lavish lifestyle with several houses, fancy cars, and more money than God. Jim Bakker also misused funds to try to cover up a sexual assault. What a creep! Sources for this episode: Charlotte Observer Herald-Journal People Magazine ABC News NPR Washi

Apr 17, 2021 • 40:26

What a Creep: Billy McFarland (Fyre Festival Fraudster)

What a Creep: Billy McFarland (Fyre Festival Fraudster)

What a Creep: Billy McFarland Fyre Festival Creep Season 10, Episode 7 On April 28, 2017, a tweet blew up the Internet from Trevor DeHaas, @trev4president with a picture of a very sad bread and cheese meal saying “Here’s the dinner they fed us tonight. Literally slices of bread, cheese, and salad with no dressing #fyrefraud #fyrefestival #dumpsterfyre This was day one of the Fyre Festival fraud perpetrated by 25-year old Fyre Media CEO & Founder Billy McFarland. Hundreds of people were stranded

Apr 9, 2021 • 56:42

What a Creep: Victor Salva (Child Predator Creep) TW SA

What a Creep: Victor Salva (Child Predator Creep) TW SA

What a Creep - Victor Salva "Creator of Jeepers Creepers is a Convicted Child Predator" Season 10, Episode 6 Victor Salva isn’t a name that you probably recognize, but he is the director of 1995’s “Powder” and the horror movie franchise, “Jeepers Creepers.” He’s also a convicted child molester who continues to work in Hollywood. Sources for this episode: Los Angeles Times The Independent The Daily Beast San Francisco Chronicle Vice IMDB BBC Wikipedia Nathan Forrest Winters's band 7he Se

Apr 2, 2021 • 33:55

What a Creep: Larry Nassar (USA Gymnastics Creep)

What a Creep: Larry Nassar (USA Gymnastics Creep)

What a Creep: Larry Nassar (USA Gymnastics) Larry Nassar, John Geddert, and Steve Penny (Gymnastics Creeps) Season 10, Episode 5 Larry Nassar is one of the biggest creeps we have ever covered—which is really saying something. There have been a few times in the last 20 years where the media has talked about sexual abuse against young athletes—specifically in gymnastics which has competitors who begin the sport in their elementary school years. Most people first learned of Dr. Larry Nassar in 201

Mar 27, 2021 • 53:53

What a Creep: Piers Morgan Update & a Bit of Sharon Osbourne (TV Creeps)

What a Creep: Piers Morgan Update & a Bit of Sharon Osbourne (TV Creeps)

What A Creep: Piers Morgan (Updated!) (With some Sharon Osbourne thrown in!) Season 10, Episode 4 Our special replay episode features Britain’s Piers Morgan who was a subject in our first season. From phone-hacking scandals and fat-shaming to racism and sexism, TV host Piers Morgan is a professional troll, who got his creepy career started working for Rupert Murdoch at News Of The World yet still somehow found a way to sink even lower.  Due to his leaving his cushy job Good Morning Britain and

Mar 19, 2021 • 1:02:33

What a Creep: Dan White (Creep that killed SF Mayor George Moscone & Harvey Milk)

What a Creep: Dan White (Creep that killed SF Mayor George Moscone & Harvey Milk)

What a Creep: Dan White “The Creep That Killed SF Mayor George Moscone & SF Supervisor Harvey Milk” Season 10, Episode 3 Dan White was a city supervisor in San Francisco in 1978. After a disagreement with the mayor and his fellow supervisors, he brought a gun into City Hall and murdered two people: Mayor George Moscone and Supervisor Harvey Milk, the country’s first openly gay man ever elected to office and a famous figure in the national gay rights movement. Sources for this episode:  The Ti

Mar 12, 2021 • 45:49

What a Creep: Johnny Carson (Talk Show Creep Hey Yooooooo!)

What a Creep: Johnny Carson (Talk Show Creep Hey Yooooooo!)

What a Creep: Johnny Carson “King of Late Night Creep” Season 10, Episode 2 Johnny Carson was known as the King of Late Night with NBC’s The Tonight Show which he hosted between 1962-1992. He was so popular that the phrase “going to bed with Johnny Carson” was part of the vernacular. In his lifetime, he won 6 Emmy Awards, the Peabody Award in 1985, The Presidential Freedom Award in 1992, and the Kennedy Center Honor in 1993. When Johnny retired from show business on May 22, 1992, it was such a

Mar 5, 2021 • 53:01

What a Creep: Joey Buttafuoco & John Wayne Bobbitt (90s Creeps)

What a Creep: Joey Buttafuoco & John Wayne Bobbitt (90s Creeps)

What a Creep: Joey Buttafuoco & John Wayne Bobbitt Season 10, Episode 1 90s Tabloid Creeps Joey Buttafuoco The name alone became a punchline—Buttafuoco! In the summer of 1992, America was obsessed with this trashy tale from Long Island about a murderous teenager and her dumb, muscle pants-wearing lover. This scandal had everything, sex, escort services, autobody shops, a Howard Stern interview, and secret videotapes which the tabloid media covered breathlessly for over a year. Trigger Warnings:

Feb 26, 2021 • 42:50

What a Creep: Marilyn Manson (Rock Creep)

What a Creep: Marilyn Manson (Rock Creep)

What a Creep: Marilyn Manson “Rock Creep” Season 9, Episode 10 For over 25 years rocker Marilyn Manson has enjoyed a reputation as being one of the darkest theatrical performers in the rock space. He has sold millions of records, has multiple Grammy Award nominations, been the subject of massive protests around the world all while enjoying an acting career and a reputation for dating beautiful women. He also turns out to be a massive creep who has preyed on women for decades and is only now fac

Feb 19, 2021 • 43:46

What a Creep: Justin Timberlake, Jamie Spears & Diane Sawyer (#FreeBritney)

What a Creep: Justin Timberlake, Jamie Spears & Diane Sawyer (#FreeBritney)

What a Creep: Jamie Spears, Justin Timberlake & Diane Sawyer  “Free Britney!” Season 9, Episode 9   We have a saying here at “What a Creep”--we definitely have a schedule for our shows. And we are more than happy to move things around when the world is indicating for us to do so.  The Hulu/FX documentary “Framing Britney Spears” created such a need in both of us to talk about the state of her father’s control over her entire life. Since 2008, her father, Jamie Spears, has taken control over eve

Feb 12, 2021 • 30:11

What a Creep: Charlie Chaplin (Old Timey Hollywood Creep)

What a Creep: Charlie Chaplin (Old Timey Hollywood Creep)

What a Creep: Charlie Chaplin Season 9, Episode 8 "Old Timey Hollywood Creep"   Charlie Chaplin is one of the most influential and recognizable faces in movies. The image of the Little Tramp is a part of cultural history. It’s shorthand for classic movies. Chaplin wrote, directed, produced, edited, starred in, and composed the music for most of his movies. Six of Chaplin's films have been selected for preservation in the National Film Registry by the United States Library of Congress: “The Immi

Feb 5, 2021 • 40:52

What a Creep: Peter Sellers (Actor/Comedy Creep)

What a Creep: Peter Sellers (Actor/Comedy Creep)

What a Creep: Peter Sellers Season 9, Episode 7   Peter Sellers was an English actor and comedian who influenced generations of legendary performers including The Beatles and Monty Python. Possibly known best by American audiences for playing Inspector Clouseau in the Pink Panther movies, he was an actor who was in the same league as Sir Alec Guinness with three Academy Award nominations in his career. When he died of a heart attack at the age of 54, he was on a professional highpoint after sta

Jan 29, 2021 • 58:29

What a Creep: Phil Spector Replay (RIP You Creep!)

What a Creep: Phil Spector Replay (RIP You Creep!)

What a Creep: Phil Spector (Replay) RIP You Fuckin' Creep! Phil Spector was one of the most celebrated record producers and songwriters of all time who created the world-famous “Wall of Sound.” He’s worked with everyone from the Ronnettes, to the Righteous Brothers, the Beatles, the Ramones, and the Wrecking Crew. He was inducted into the rock and roll of fame in 1989. Rolling Stone magazine named #63 of the top 100 artists of all time.  Some of his most famous compositions include: To Know Him

Jan 17, 2021 • 1:05:43

What a Creep: John McAfee (Tech Creep)

What a Creep: John McAfee (Tech Creep)

What a Creep  Season 9, Episode 5  John McAfee  Instead of talking about the COVID-19 virus, we’re talking about the creator of anti-virus software, John McAfee. He calls himself the God of Computer Security. His software, McAfee Antivirus Software is probably installed on your computer right now, but you don’t need special software to know he’s a total creep.  Sources for this episode: The New York Times ABC News Vice Wired SFist Business InsiderThe Verge The Daily Beast ABC’s 20/20 in

Jan 15, 2021 • 45:27

What a Creep: Coco Chanel (Fashion Creep) & Non Creep Christian Siriano

What a Creep: Coco Chanel (Fashion Creep) & Non Creep Christian Siriano

What a Creep: Coco Chanel Season 9, Episode 4 Coco Chanel was one of the most successful fashion designers of the 20th Century. As the creator of everything from the Little Black Dress to jersey knitwear for women to being the first fashion brand to have a perfume line—Chanel to this day means class, elegance, and is incredibly chic. Chanel was the only fashion designer who was listed in Time Magazine’s list of the 100 Most Influential People of the 20th Century.   She was a self-made woman who

Jan 8, 2021 • 45:15

What a Creep: Joel Osteen (Greedy Creep) & NON Creep Beyonce!

What a Creep: Joel Osteen (Greedy Creep) & NON Creep Beyonce!

What a Creep Season 9, Episode 4 Joel Osteen Joel Osteen is an American pastor and televangelist based in Houston, Texas. His televised sermons are seen by approximately 10 million viewers in the US and several million more in over 100 countries every week. Osteen has also written several best-selling books with titles such as “Your Best Life Now” and “The Power of I Am.” He’s also a greedy creep with a big toothy grin that even Jesus wouldn’t love. Sources for this episode: Houston Chronicle

Jan 1, 2021 • 40:56

What a Creep: "Merry Creepmas" Top 5 Christmas Creeps

What a Creep: "Merry Creepmas" Top 5 Christmas Creeps

What a Creep: Merry Creepmas! “Top 5 Christmas Creeps” Season 9, Episode 3 Happy Holidays to all of you cohorts in Creepitude!  Let’s face it, 2020 was a dumpster fire and we are more than happy to let the door hit it on the ass on the way out! So we decided to have a little fun and offer our picks for the things that make the holidays a little (or a lot!) creepy. We hope you enjoy it with the intention of having some fun during the time of COVID! Trigger warnings: The possible destruction of y

Dec 24, 2020 • 31:13

What a Creep: Charles Dickens (Literary Creep)

What a Creep: Charles Dickens (Literary Creep)

What a Creep: Charles Dickens Season 9, Episode 2 Old-Timey Author Creep   Charles Dickens is one of the most successful authors of the 19th Century who attracted a rock star-like following around the world for his dramatic readings. He is considered as close to Father Christmas as any man has ever been and was a champion of working-class people and liberal causes. His work influenced writers for several generations including Willkie Collins, Jules Verne, Gorge Orwell, Roald Dahl, and Jonathan

Dec 18, 2020 • 43:01

What a Creep: Oprah Creeps (Dr. Phil, Dr. Oz, Jenny McCarthy & James Arthur Ray)

What a Creep: Oprah Creeps (Dr. Phil, Dr. Oz, Jenny McCarthy & James Arthur Ray)

What a Creep: “Oprah’s Biggest Creeps” Season 9, Episode 1 Dr. Phil McGraw, Dr. Mehmet Oz, Jenny McCarthy & James Arthur Ray Oprah Winfrey is one of the most successful talk show hosts in the history of television. Her talk show, which ran from 1986- to 2011, was so powerful that she could create superstars from obscurity. The Oprah Winfrey Show started as a celebrity chat/tabloid talk show but eventually, it morphed into a spiritually-based program with subjects as varied as how to empower you

Dec 11, 2020 • 1:14:43

What a Creep: Alec Baldwin (Rude Little Pig Actor Creep)

What a Creep: Alec Baldwin (Rude Little Pig Actor Creep)

What a Creep: Alec Baldwin Season 8, Episode 10 “Rude Little Pig” Creep   Alec Baldwin is, of course, the eldest of the four Baldwin brothers, who are all actors with varying degrees of success.  He’s a very talented actor who moves between TV, movies, and stage with ease. He’s won a ton of awards including two Emmy Awards, three Golden Globe Awards, and seven Screen Actors Guild Awards.  He’s also a creep with a nasty temper who called his then-11-year-old daughter a pig, and he can’t seem to

Dec 4, 2020 • 41:23

What a Creep: Keith Raniere (NXIVM Cult Creep)

What a Creep: Keith Raniere (NXIVM Cult Creep)

What a Creep: Keith Raniere (NXIVM) Season 8, Episode 9 Rapist, Liar, and Cult Creep   Keith Raniere made national news in the fall of 2017 when the New York Times exposed the self-help guru as a megalomaniac, a fraud, a user of women, and a person who allowed (if not blatantly enforced) a secret society of women in his NXIVM group to have sex rituals and human branding to show his loyalty to him. He claims to have one of the highest IQs ever recorded, to have been a judo expert at the age of

Nov 28, 2020 • 1:11:32

What a Creep: Pablo Picasso (Art Creep)

What a Creep: Pablo Picasso (Art Creep)

What a Creep Season 8, Episode 8 Pablo Picasso  Pablo Picasso is one of the most influential artists of the 20th century. His art career lasted 78 years, creating more than 147,800 works of art, including 13,500 paintings or designs, 100,000 prints or engravings, 34,000 book illustrations, and 300 sculptures or ceramics. Yes, he was an amazing artist, but he was a garbage human being. Picasso was unfaithful to every woman he claimed to love, and, at least indirectly, drove two of them to suicid

Nov 22, 2020 • 49:56

What a Creep: James "Whitey" Bulger (Gangster Creep)

What a Creep: James "Whitey" Bulger (Gangster Creep)

What A Creep: Whitey Bulger Season 8, Episode 7 In his 89 years of life, James “Whitey” Bulger mostly did whatever the hell he pleased—and usually got away with it. The notorious Boston gangster held his hometown in his clutches as the leader of the Winter Hill Gang. He was involved with everything from racketeering, extortion, murder, narcotics, and money laundering. He was eventually charged with the murder of 19 people (that we even know about) after being on the lamb for 16 years. His story

Nov 14, 2020 • 57:46

What a Creep: Betsy DeVos (Replay) Education Creep

What a Creep: Betsy DeVos (Replay) Education Creep

What A Creep: Betsy DeVos (Replay) Season 8, Episode 6   We are replaying our Betsy DeVos episode because President-Elect Joe Biden will bring us a new Education Secretary (thank god!) Have a listen as to why DeVos is such trash and why we can’t wait to meet her replacement.  Betsy DeVos is the Secretary of Education, and she’s an ignorant, privileged creep who only cares about the education of rich, white, Christian, heterosexual, non-disabled, and neurotypical kids. Do you know how shitty of

Nov 10, 2020 • 55:54

What a Creep: Alex Jones (Conspiracy Creep)

What a Creep: Alex Jones (Conspiracy Creep)

What a Creep: Alex Jones “Conspiracy Creep” (Season 8, Episode 5) Alex Jones has been called "the most paranoid man in America" by Rolling Stone and the "king of conspiracy" by CNN. “The Alex Jones Show” has approximately 2 million weekly listeners and is nationally syndicated on about 60 radio stations. He also founded InfoWars.com and PrisonPlanet.com.  Alex Jones is a massive creep who has claimed that the Sandy Hook and Stoneman Douglas massacres were staged, vaccines cause autism, illegal

Nov 6, 2020 • 43:00

What a Creep: Marlon Brando (Method Acting Creep)

What a Creep: Marlon Brando (Method Acting Creep)

What a Creep Season 8, Episode 4 Marlon Brando Marlon Brando is one of the most celebrated actors of all time.  His performances as Vito Corleone, Stanley Kowalski, and Terry Malloy earned him multiple awards. He is considered a hero to artists to this day and his use of “the method” changed the way actors and the audience looked at acting as an art form. Marlin Brando was an actor’s actor. He was also a mega creep who terrorized actors, directors and assaulted his co-star of Last Tango in Pari

Oct 30, 2020 • 56:04

What a Creep: Amy Kremer (Tea Party Creep) & Amazing NZ Non-Creep!

What a Creep: Amy Kremer (Tea Party Creep) & Amazing NZ Non-Creep!

What a Creep Season 8, Episode 3 Amy Kremer With Amy Coney Barrett on her way to being confirmed to the Supreme Court, now is the perfect time to talk about women who don’t support other women. The kind of women who encourage other women to vote against their own interests.  Let’s talk about Amy Kremer. You may not have heard her name, but she’s been a big part of how we got where we are. She’s a political activist who co-founded the modern Tea Party movement, and the organizations Women for Tr

Oct 23, 2020 • 57:02

What a Creep: Elvis Aaron Presley (Rock Creep)

What a Creep: Elvis Aaron Presley (Rock Creep)

What a Creep Season 8, Episode 2 Elvis Aaron Presley Elvis Aaron Presley is one of the biggest rock stars of all time and is known as “The King of Rock & Roll.” Beginning with his meteoric rise in the mid-1950s to his sad decline in the 1970s, Elvis is still one of the most popular celebrities in the world with his estate earning $80 million in 2018. He remains the best-selling solo artist in recorded history. He has had the most songs charting in Billboard magazine top 40. He has the record f

Oct 17, 2020 • 1:05:52

What a Creep: "Comedy Creeps" (Russell Brand, Chris Hardwick, Chris D'Elia & Victoria Jackson)

What a Creep: "Comedy Creeps" (Russell Brand, Chris Hardwick, Chris D'Elia & Victoria Jackson)

What a Creep Season 8, Episode 1 Margo & Sonia Expose a Few “Comedy Creeps” Including Russell Brand, Chris Harwick, Chris D’Elia & Victoria Jackson (Plus, we mention our favorite non-creeps!) Hosts Margo Donohue and Sonia Mansfield host an open mic night of comedy creeps to kick off Season 8, including Russell Brand, Chris Hardwick, Chris D’Elia, and Victoria Jackson. Don’t worry, they end the episode with some comedians who are not creeps. Sources for this episode include: Russell Brand YouTu

Oct 10, 2020 • 1:13:36

What a Creep: Lance Armstrong (Our most downloaded episode so far!)

What a Creep: Lance Armstrong (Our most downloaded episode so far!)

What A Creep Lance Armstrong (& Sonia's Birthday!) Season 7, Episode 11   Hey everyone!  Sonia’s birthday is on Friday, October 2nd so we are taking the day off to celebrate (yay Sonia!) We decided to replay our top downloaded episode--Lance Armstrong and his creepy ways. This also gives us the opportunity to thank all of you who have been with us on this podcast journey. You are the best fans ever! Next week we begin our 8th season talking about a roundup of “Comedy Creeps” and it is going to

Oct 2, 2020 • 1:30:50

What a Creep: Gwyneth Paltrow & GOOP

What a Creep: Gwyneth Paltrow & GOOP

What a Creep Season 7, Episode 10 Gwyneth Paltrow/GOOP Gwyneth Paltrow is one of the most lauded actresses of her generation with an Academy Award for acting and appearing in the Avengers movies—probably the most successful series of films in history. Her books on healthy living and cooking are best sellers. She is a busy working mom and a successful business owner. Gwyneth is also one of the biggest proponents of woo and iffy science which sends actual scientists and doctors into a dizzy. She

Sep 25, 2020 • 58:06

What a Creep: John Kricfalusi (John K.) "Ren & Stimpy"

What a Creep: John Kricfalusi (John K.) "Ren & Stimpy"

What a Creep Season 7, Episode 9 John Kricfalusi (aka John K.) John Kricfalusi, also known as John K., was the creator of “Ren & Stimpy.” From 1989 to 1992, he was heavily involved with the first two seasons of the show, including doing the voice of Ren and other characters. He’s also a total creep who was an asshole to work with and preyed on underage girls.  Sources for this episode: Buzzfeed Happy, Happy, Joy Joy (documentary) Robyn Bird on Twitter Katie Rice on Twitter Wikipedia Trigger

Sep 18, 2020 • 41:53

What a Creep: Evel Knievel (Daredevil Creep)

What a Creep: Evel Knievel (Daredevil Creep)

What a Creep   Season 7, Episode 8 Evel Knievel “Creepy Daredevil” Evel Knievel is a true American-made superstar who is considered the father of extreme sports and the idol of several generations of folks who love the thrill of this death-defying jumps he created and the personae he created. He presented himself as THE American modern-day hero who tried to inspire people to reach for their dreams and be upstanding citizens. But underneath his red, white, and blue uniform, the capes, the bravad

Sep 11, 2020 • 1:12:09

What a Creep: Jon Voight (Actor Creep)

What a Creep: Jon Voight (Actor Creep)

What a Creep Season 7, Episode 7 Jon Voight   Jon Voight used to be an exciting actor. He took interesting parts from MIDNIGHT COWBOY to DELIVERANCE. He won an Academy Award for playing a paraplegic Vietnam vet in COMING HOME in 1978. He was also nominated for an Academy Award for his work in 1985's RUNAWAY TRAIN.    But now he’s probably more famous for being a shitty dad to Angelina Jolie, playing an asshole dad on RAY DONOVAN, and acting like everyone’s ignorant grandpa. Trigger warning: Thi

Sep 4, 2020 • 48:00

What a Creep: Ira Einhorn "The Unicorn Killer" (Hippie Creep)

What a Creep: Ira Einhorn "The Unicorn Killer" (Hippie Creep)

What a Creep   Season 7, Episode 6 Ira Einhorn aka “The Unicorn Killer” Ira Einhorn was known as the pied piper of the Hippie movement in Philadelphia in the 1960s & 70s. He was embraced by the counterculture as well as local politicians. He was the person to know in Philadelphia if you wanted to mediate an issue. He claimed to be clued-in to the trends happening with the human mind 20 years into the future. He was a part of the first Earth Day festival in 1970, was a hardcore environmentalist

Aug 28, 2020 • 48:10

What a Creep: John Wayne (Old Timey Hollywood Creep)

What a Creep: John Wayne (Old Timey Hollywood Creep)

What a Creep Season 7, Episode 5 John Wayne   John Wayne starred in 142 films, and he was one of the top box office stars for three decades. He was an actor, director, and producer, making him a triple threat. He was also a racist, sexist, homophobe, which makes him a double-triple threat.  Sources for this episode include: The Washington Post LA Magazine Playboy (May 1971) CNN Buzzfeed IMDB YouTube video of John Wayne visiting Harvard The Daily Mail’s review of John Wayne: The Life and

Aug 21, 2020 • 39:29

What a Creep: Joss Whedon (Hollywood Creep)

What a Creep: Joss Whedon (Hollywood Creep)

What a Creep   Season 7, Episode 4 “Joss Whedon” Joss Whedon is one of the most prolific & successful writers, directors, and producers in the entertainment world. He is the brains behind Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Firefly, Angel, The Cabin in the Woods, and Justice League. He is famous for his strong female characters, witty dialog, and love of the supernatural and geeky things. He made labeling yourself a feminist a cool thing for men to do.  He’s also a bit of a Creep as his wife of 15 years

Aug 14, 2020 • 43:36

What a Creep: John Edwards (Political Creep)

What a Creep: John Edwards (Political Creep)

What a Creep John Edwards John Edwards was a US Senator for North Carolina and the Democratic nominee for Vice President in 2004 with John Kerry for President. He also ran for president in 2008. But also, he’s a creep who cheated on his wife while she was dying from cancer and misused campaign funds to keep his mistress a secret, which back in the day was enough to ruin your political career. Sources from this episode include: ABC News Rielle Hunter’s ABC News interview  Elizabeth Edwards’s i

Aug 7, 2020 • 56:20

What a Creep: John Phillips Rock N Roll/Papa Creep (Trigger: SA)

What a Creep: John Phillips Rock N Roll/Papa Creep (Trigger: SA)

What a Creep   Season 6, Episode 2 “John Phillips” John Phillips was a rock and roll icon who helped create “The Mamas & The Papas” and wrote, produced, and co-wrote some of the most beautiful songs of the 60s including California Dreamin’ and “Monday, Monday”. He is one of the founders of the 1967 Monterey Pop Festival and is in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.  He is also a world-class creep who fat-shamed Cass Elliot and was a lousy parent to his children (to say the least!) (Trigger Warning! T

Jul 31, 2020 • 52:53

What a Creep: "Sports Creeps" Mike Tyson, Margaret Court, John Rocker & Sean Avery

What a Creep: "Sports Creeps" Mike Tyson, Margaret Court, John Rocker & Sean Avery

What a Creep  Season 6, Episode 1 "Sports Creeps"   It’s season six here at What a Creep and today’s episode is all about the Creeps and assholes in the sports world (two apiece) and then we talk about a couple of sports folks who are about a “Not Creepy” as it gets. Enjoy! Main sources for this episode:  Margaret Court The West Australia CNN BBC.com Margaret Court (Wiki) Mike Tyson Yahoo Sports New York Times The Daily Beast Los Angeles Times People Magazine - October 17, 1988 People

Jul 24, 2020 • 58:14

What a Creep: Leona Helmsley "The Queen of Mean" (80s NYC Creep)

What a Creep: Leona Helmsley "The Queen of Mean" (80s NYC Creep)

What a Creep Season 5, Episode 10 Leona Helmsley Leona Helmsley and her husband Harry Helmsley had a $1.4 billion real estate empire in New York, including the Empire State Building, the Graybar Building, the Flatiron Building, and 26 hotels. They were also tax-evading billionaires, who often tried to get out of paying people for their work. Leona, in particular, was known as the Queen of Mean, because she would yell at her employees and treated them like crap. Sources include: People Magazin

Jul 17, 2020 • 36:58

What a Creep: Frank Sinatra (Crooner & Creep)

What a Creep: Frank Sinatra (Crooner & Creep)

What a Creep  Season 5, Episode 9 Frank Sinatra   Francis Albert Sinatra is one of the most celebrated vocalists of the 20th Century. He has sold over 150 million records and continues to sell just as well now as he did at the height of his height popularity.  He was known for his blue eyes and velvet voice He was one of the first teen heartthrobs, a lover of women, a man who would just as soon get into a fight and then hug a person. He was demanding of everyone around him but outside of music

Jul 10, 2020 • 1:11:46

What a Creep: Bryan Singer Update & More Creeps in the News

What a Creep: Bryan Singer Update & More Creeps in the News

What a Creep Update & Replay Bryan Singer Bryan Singer’s movies have earned more than $3 billion at the box office, putting him in the top tier of Hollywood directors. His films include four X-MEN movies, THE USUAL SUSPECTS, APT PUPIL, and SUPERMAN RETURNS. He directed most of BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY, but he got fired three weeks before filming was completed, and his name was removed from the credits. He’s also is a serious creep, who has been accused of multiple sexual assaults over the past 20 year

Jul 3, 2020 • 49:44

What a Creep: Woody Allen (Writer/Director/Creep)

What a Creep: Woody Allen (Writer/Director/Creep)

What a Creep Season 5, Episode 7 Woody Allen Woody Allen is one of Hollywood’s most celebrated writers and directors. He’s made more than 50 movies. He’s been nominated for the Academy Awards 53 times, and he won 12 times.  People liked him so much that they pretended not to notice that Woody Allen is a dirty old man with an obsession for young girls. And they all but ignored the charges of child molestation that his daughter, Dylan, made until recently. Sources for this episode include: Vox

Jun 26, 2020 • 58:42

What a Creep: Mario Batali (Celebrity Chef & Major Creep)

What a Creep: Mario Batali (Celebrity Chef & Major Creep)

What a Creep  Season 5, Episode 6 Mario Batali   Mario Batali is one of the most celebrated chefs of the 21st Century. During his career, he has hosted multiple television shows, authored several bestselling cookbooks, opened Michelin-rated restaurants, was friends with celebrities, was named as GQ Man of the Year in 1999, and won the James Beard Award. He even made an appearance on The Simpsons “Treehouse of Horrors!” Batali is also known as a world-class woman-abusing Creep who has been accus

Jun 19, 2020 • 47:09

What a Creep: Bing Crosby (Creepy Crooner)

What a Creep: Bing Crosby (Creepy Crooner)

What a Creep  Season 5, Episode 5 Bing Crosby   Bing Crosby is one of the first multimedia stars. He hosted a very popular radio show. He starred in more than 70 films, winning an Academy Award for “Going My Way” in 1944. He topped the music charts with nearly 300 hit singles to his credit. He’s one of the most popular entertainers of all time.  He was also a terrible father and husband. It was a real “Daddy Dearest” situation. He was a real creep.  Sources for this episode include: People Mag

Jun 12, 2020 • 39:22

What a Creep: Jerry Lee Lewis (Rock N Roll Creep)

What a Creep: Jerry Lee Lewis (Rock N Roll Creep)

What a Creep  Season 5, Episode 4 Jerry Lee Lewis    Jerry Lee Lewis is considered one of the pioneers of rock n roll. In 1957, he came onto the music scene with his first big hit “Whole Lotta Shakin Goin’ On”. He was nicknamed “the Killer” and was amazing on the piano. With Elvis Presley heading for a stint in the Army—it was pretty much agreed upon by rock journalists that Jerry Lee Lewis would become the new king of rock. In 1958 he was on his first international tour when it was discovered

Jun 5, 2020 • 50:33

What a Creep: Clark Gable (Old Timey Hollywood Creep)

What a Creep: Clark Gable (Old Timey Hollywood Creep)

What a Creep  Clark Gable With his big ears and a thin mustache, Clark Gable is one of the most recognizable movie stars in the world. From “It Happened One Night” and “Gone with the Wind” to “Mutiny on the Bounty” and “The Misfits,” Gable acted in 60 movies over 37 years. He’s also a womanizing creep who cheated on every woman he was in a relationship with and reportedly raped one of his co-stars.  We put this episode together with a little help from our friends at: TCM The New Yorker Buzzf

May 29, 2020 • 41:43

What a Creep: Phil Spector (Rock & Roll Pioneer and Major Creep!)

What a Creep: Phil Spector (Rock & Roll Pioneer and Major Creep!)

What a Creep Season 5, Episode 2 Phil Spector Phil Spector is one of the most celebrated record producers and songwriters of all time who created the world-famous “Wall of Sound.” He’s worked with everyone from the Ronnettes, to the Righteous Brothers, the Beatles, the Ramones, and the Wrecking Crew. He was inducted into the rock and roll of fame in 1989. Rolling Stone magazine named #63 of the top 100 artists of all time.  Some of his most famous compositions include: To Know Him Is To Love Hi

May 22, 2020 • 1:04:40

What a Creep: "Talk Show Creeps" (Rosie O'Donnell, Ellen DeGeneres, David Letterman & Jay Leno)

What a Creep: "Talk Show Creeps" (Rosie O'Donnell, Ellen DeGeneres, David Letterman & Jay Leno)

What a Creep/“Talk Show Creeps’ (Rosie O'Donnell, Ellen DeGeneres, David Letterman & Jay Leno) It’s a whole new season of What a Creep and for our first episode, we are talking about a quartet of talk show hosts who are known for spoke creepy behavior. From verbal harassment to misogyny and threatening wait staff--this crew has some really terrible acts in their past. But don’t you fret--we end each show with our favorite “Non-Creeps” in the showbiz world.  The sources for this episode are: Ros

May 15, 2020 • 1:05:08

What a Creep: Elon Musk (Tech Creep)

What a Creep: Elon Musk (Tech Creep)

What a Creep Season 4, Episode 10 Elon Musk   Elon Musk is a billionaire who is known for founding Tesla Motors and SpaceX. He’s also a thin-skinned creep, whose companies are known as “predator zones.” He’s a James Bond villain in the making.  The sources for this episode are: Buzzfeed The Verge Huffington Post CNN Input Magazine Rolling Stone The Guardian Vox Business Insider Biography.com Wikipedia Be sure to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts and you will never miss an episod

May 8, 2020 • 45:01

What a Creep; Roy Cohn (Old School NYC Creep)

What a Creep; Roy Cohn (Old School NYC Creep)

What a Creep Roy Cohn Season 4, Episode 9 Roy Cohn is one of the most influential lawyers to have ever practiced in the United States. Linked closely with McCarthyism and never accepting responsibility for its defeat-- Cohn was a self-described patriot who felt the ends justified the means. He was the professional mentor of current our President and his pugnacious attitude and complete lack of a moral compass during the 50s-80s predicated the world we live in now. He was a self-hating Jew who

May 1, 2020 • 57:49

What a Creep: Bill O'Reilly (Former Fox Loser & Major Creep)

What a Creep: Bill O'Reilly (Former Fox Loser & Major Creep)

What a Creep Bill O’Reilly Season 4, Episode 8 For almost 20 years, Bill O’Reilly was the most popular host on Fox News. He was making $18 million a year as the host of “The O’Reilly Factor.” And every weeknight at 8 p.m., this obnoxious loudmouth would spout his anti-political-correctness stance. He would also use his position at the network to harass female coworkers and guests on his show because he’s a serious creep. Sources for this episode: The New York Times Washington Post Vice Varie

Apr 24, 2020 • 45:12

What a Creep: Jared Kushner (Slum Lord & Massive Creep)

What a Creep: Jared Kushner (Slum Lord & Massive Creep)

What a Creep Season 4, Episode 7 Jared Kushner Jared Kushner is one of the current president’s most trusted advisors. He is also someone who has been sued for being a slumlord and treating his tenants like trash. So why is he in charge of the Coronavirus response team?  We talk about Jared’s creepy real estate deeds here.  Then, we feature someone who is NOT a Creep.  Here are our sources for this episode:  Indie Wire The Daily Beast Mother Jones Salon Pro Publica Business Insider Wikiped

Apr 17, 2020 • 50:34

What a Creep: Chris Matthews (Former MSNBC Creep)

What a Creep: Chris Matthews (Former MSNBC Creep)

What a Creep Season 4, Episode 6 Chris Matthews Sonia talks about Chris Matthews. Known for his news show “Hardball” and in-depth knowledge of politics and loud, interrupting interview style, Chris Matthews quit his show in March after a series of inappropriate comments about Hillary Clinton, Bernie Sanders, and inappropriate comments to female guests on his show. He’s a real creep. Then Margo talks about a news anchor who is NOT a Creep.  Sources for this episode: GQ The Nation The New York

Apr 10, 2020 • 52:07

What a Creep: Reverend Jim Jones "The Jonestown Massacre" (Cult Creep)

What a Creep: Reverend Jim Jones "The Jonestown Massacre" (Cult Creep)

What a Creep Season 5, Episode 5 Reverend Jim Jones “The People’s Temple”   Margo leads the discussion this week talking about a cult Creep--the Reverend Jim Jones who caused the deaths of over 900 people in Jonestown, Guyana in 1978. Jim began his career as a pastor from Indiana who believed in social justice. He eventually morphed into a despot who caused the ruin of countless lives and is the origin story for the expression “drank the Kool-Aid.”  Then Sonia talks about a person related to th

Apr 3, 2020 • 1:00:18

What a Creep: "The Houston Astros" (Baseball Cheats)

What a Creep: "The Houston Astros" (Baseball Cheats)

What a Creep Season 5, Episode 4 The Houston Astros Here’s the pitch: In the 2017 season, the Houston Astros used TV cameras to steal signs from opposing team’s catchers, and communicate the signs to their hitters in real-time by banging on a trash can. It sounds kinda stupid, but it’s a big deal. The Houston Astros won the World Series in 2017, due in no small part to their cheating. We put this story together with a little help from our friends at  ESPN The Washington Post CNN Baseball Bit

Mar 27, 2020 • 49:22

What a Creep: "Creepy March Madness" Bonus Ep

What a Creep: "Creepy March Madness" Bonus Ep

What a Creep Season 5, Episode 3 (Bonus Patreon Ep for All!) The March Madness of Creeps! Margo & Sonia are social distancing while digging up Creeps and we realized that we had so much recent news to discuss, that we should create a bonus ep for everyone to enjoy. It also gives you an idea of our Patreon bonus eps. (In case you are interested in subscribing to our Patreon page!) We searched the news for Creeps and Non-Creeps for your listening pleasure. You’re welcome!  Discussed in this episo

Mar 25, 2020 • 30:36

What a Creep: Louis B. Mayer (Founder of MGM Pictures)

What a Creep: Louis B. Mayer (Founder of MGM Pictures)

What a Creep Louis B. Mayer Margo & Sonia are going back in time to talk about an old-school Hollywood Creep--Louis B. Mayer. He harassed women, ruined careers, helped to cover up crimes, and refused to say anything against Hitler in 1939. But wow--his motion pictures were great! Then we talk about an MGM movie star who was not only a non-creep--but she helped create a technology we all enjoy to this day!  Our sources for this episode: Wikipedia Time magazine The Lion of Hollywood by Scott Ey

Mar 20, 2020 • 56:17

What a Creep:  Creepy Movie Plots & Characters (Grease, Pretty In Pink, 16 Candles & The Devil Wears Prada)

What a Creep: Creepy Movie Plots & Characters (Grease, Pretty In Pink, 16 Candles & The Devil Wears Prada)

What a Creep Season 5, Episode 1 “Movie Creeps” It’s the start of a new season and we have a whole bunch of Creeps to feature so we decided to start with this fun episode of fictional creeps and creepy moments in movies we used to love. What are some of your favorite movie creeps? What movies are unintentionally creepy to you? Let us know in the comments below or on social media!  Our sources for this episode: Just our fabulous imaginations! F This Movie "Big" (2016) Be sure to subscribe where

Mar 16, 2020 • 31:13

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