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Two sides of Casey Kasem's family blamed each other for the radio legend's death

November 25, 2018 / 02:21

This episode covers the complex family dynamics surrounding the death of Casey Kasem, featuring discussions on isolation, communication, and allegations of wrongdoing.

Jean, a key figure in the narrative, is confronted about her actions regarding Casey's care and the lack of communication with his daughter. The conversation highlights the emotional strain felt by family members during his illness.

There is a focus on the timeline of events leading to Casey's death on June 15, 2014, and the accusations against his adult children from a previous marriage. The speaker expresses frustration over the perceived neglect and isolation of Casey during his final days.

Claims of wrongful death are discussed, with the speaker asserting that they did everything possible to support Casey. The episode raises questions about accountability and the complexities of family relationships in times of crisis.

The anticipation of a wrongful death trial is mentioned, suggesting that more evidence will come to light regarding the circumstances surrounding Casey's passing.

TLDR

Family tensions and allegations surround Casey Kasem's death and care.

Episode

2:21
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I texted Jean in 2012 and I shared my concern that I thought my dad was being isolated I'm a physician assistant
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I'm fellowship trained in hospice and palliative care which is end-of-life care and I know from medical research
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that when a person is ailing it is very important to have loved ones around and to be stimulated so I text to Jean again
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Jean can you please put a landline in my dad's house in Malibu and it was one excuse after another as to why a
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landline couldn't be placed in there she told me well your dad comes over there every Sunday so you see him on Sundays I
00:00:33
said yes I do and that's wonderful but he wants to hear my voice during the week I want to hear his voice and what
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did you sense was going on with Jean I sensed what I had feared I had a feeling that when he got sick to the
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point that he would not be able to communicate his wishes though we would never see him again to
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be quite frank the abandonment issue Kerry says began in December 2013 there was an incident then where they couldn't
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find you for several weeks and they wanted to discharge your husband and then in January 2014 and February 2014
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what do you say to that I say that that's a flat-out lie I was there I was in touch with the doctors even the
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doctors came to my house and they visited me and they filled me in on Casey's care I was there late at night
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at the hospital they were there I gave them visitation rights Casey Kasem died on June 15 2014 in your opinion did he
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die of natural causes or something else I assure you Peter that I did not kill him but do you believe someone else is
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responsible for his death yes I do it's the adult children of Casey from a prior
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marriage of over 40 years ago I did everything I could to save his life you know this is this is where I cannot wait
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for the wrongful death trial to begin because the overwhelming amount of evidence that we can present in court I
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want my damn

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    Most shocking
  • 70
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  • 65
    Most heartbreaking
  • 60
    Most dramatic

Episode Highlights

  • The Importance of Connection
    A physician assistant emphasizes the need for loved ones during illness.
    “When a person is ailing it is very important to have loved ones around.”
    @ 00m 16s
    November 25, 2018
  • Accusations and Defense
    Facing false claims about care, a caregiver stands firm in their truth.
    “I was there late at night at the hospital.”
    @ 01m 25s
    November 25, 2018
  • Seeking Justice
    A caregiver expresses determination for a wrongful death trial.
    “I cannot wait for the wrongful death trial to begin.”
    @ 02m 03s
    November 25, 2018

Episode Quotes

  • I want to hear his voice.
    Two sides of Casey Kasem's family blamed each other for the radio legend's death
  • That's a flat-out lie.
    Two sides of Casey Kasem's family blamed each other for the radio legend's death
  • I did everything I could to save his life.
    Two sides of Casey Kasem's family blamed each other for the radio legend's death

Key Moments

  • Concern for Dad00:02
  • Communication Barriers00:18
  • Accusations of Neglect00:58
  • Casey Kasem's Death01:31
  • Desire for Justice02:03

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