Best Csec Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 43 - Intergenerational Trauma 47:14

4M ago47:14

47:14

EPISODE SUMMARY: Research consistently supports the value of taking a trauma-informed approach to reduce re-traumatization, improve outcomes, and foster trust and collaboration between professionals, children, and families. In this episode, Kristina Coleman, LMSW, MPA, joins co-hosts Tony DeVincenzo and Ilana Lezama-Beausejour to discuss the interg…

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Episode 42 – The MDT Response to Human Trafficking and CSEC 54:35

6M ago54:35

54:35

EPISODE SUMMARY: With the increasing awareness and understanding of the complex problem of human trafficking and Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (CSEC), CACs and MDT partners have expanded their capacity to the needs of sexually exploited children and youth, including those at risk for exploitation. In this episode, Melissa Kaiser, a lic…

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Episode 41 - Preparing for the Unexpected: The Importance of Succession Planning 43:22

9M ago43:22

43:22

EPISODE SUMMARY: “Better to be ready than get ready.” We delve deeper into the important topic of succession planning. In this episode, Tony speaks with Christopher St. Cyr who serves as the Executive Director at the Caledonia Children’s Advocacy Center. Chris discusses the importance of being intentional when it comes to succession planning. He gu…

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Episode 40 - Succession Planning 43:59

1y ago43:59

43:59

EPISODE SUMMARY: When you hear succession planning, what comes to mind? Many people will think of a written document that outlines procedures for when there is a transition in leadership. Having a plan for change and transition is critical to the CAC’s stability and continuity of services for children and families. In this episode, Tony speaks with…

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Episode 39 - The Global Issue of Child Abuse and its Impact on the Work of CACs 35:09

1y ago35:09

35:09

EPISODE SUMMARY: As professionals in the child abuse field, we all know that child sexual abuse has no boundaries. In the United States, CACs and MDTs are doing amazing and innovative work to provide a collaborative response to promote healing for children and families. But have you ever thought about the issue of child sexual abuse globally and ho…

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Episode 38 - Affiliate Response to Stress and Burnout 47:00

1+ y ago47:00

47:00

EPISODE SUMMARY: “The ultimate solution to burnout is not self-care. It’s caring for others and others caring for you.” There’s no denying that self-care is important. Eating healthy, exercising, and taking vacation days can reduce stress on the body. But it’s human connection and the relationships you have with others that make the difference. In …

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Episode 37 - Racial Healing Response Team 50:12

1+ y ago50:12

50:12

EPISODE SUMMARY: Child Advocacy Centers and Multidisciplinary teams are not immune from the race, power, and privilege that shapes the way we each experience the world. At Safe Horizon, the organization that operates the five CACs throughout New York City, the Racial Healing Response Team (RHRT) program has been implemented to address the racial ha…

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Conversation About Foster Care & Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (CSEC) with Susan McConnell, DSW(c), MBA and Carina H. Santa Maria, MSW, LCSW 37:46

1+ y ago37:46

37:46

Commercially Sexually Exploited Children (CSEC) includes children and young people in foster care that are in extreme risk. While poorly defined legally, the impact upon this population is immense. Two Child Welfare Agency Executive Directors involved in research and programming to serve this population speak on our podcast about their experience a…

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Episode 36 - Organizational Culture 48:55

1+ y ago48:55

48:55

EPISODE SUMMARY: What is organizational culture? Why should you focus on organizational culture? What is the value of investing in organizational culture? How does it relate to Children’s Advocacy Centers (CACs)? In this episode, Tony speaks with Gene Klein, LCSW and Caren Dean with Project Harmony. During their conversation, they share how they na…

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👽 The Semmelweis Effect 4:26:17

1+ y ago4:26:17

4:26:17

Season Two, Final Episode: SYNOPSIS: A MUST DOWNLOAD & LISTEN episode. This is our grand finale for the Life Downunder Podcast - with an overwhelming amount of uncovered-evidence and actual government and military whistleblower(s) witness testimonies that the Extra-terrestrial UFO crashed craft in Corona, New Mexico (aka ROSWELL) did in deed happen…

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What Do I Do When a Child Arrives? 25:41

1+ y ago25:41

25:41

The team comes together to give tips and advice for how to navigate the first time a child is placed in your home - or any time they come! Learn from Let It Be Us Founder and Executive Director Susan McConnell, MBA, Let It Be Us Directors Vanessa Baie, LCSW, and Karron Shaw, MJ, as well as seasoned foster parent and Foster Parent Licensing Coach, C…

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What Do I Need if I Adopt?: Practical Tips to Be Ready 10:40

1+ y ago10:40

10:40

Parenting is a long road no matter how you do it. This mini-episode explores tips and advice on how to support yourself as a foster parent, adoptive parent, and ways to ensure you have what you need to care for children throughout their lives. Let It Be Us Director Karron Shaw, MJ, and Foster Parent Licensing Coach Cathy Newbury give advice and sug…

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How Does a Child in Foster Care End Up Adopted? 27:17

1+ y ago27:17

27:17

The path of foster care that leads to adoption is often long and complicated, with legal jargon like “TPR” (termination of parental rights), but Let It Be Us Director Karron Shaw, MJ, and Foster Parent Licensing Coach Cathy Newbury - who has also adopted from foster care! - are here to explain it to you. To learn more about becoming a foster parent…

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How Can I Connect with the Biological Family? Practical Tips for Developing Relationships 11:14

1+ y ago11:14

11:14

Feeling open to having a relationship with the biological family is the first step, in this mini-episode, Alex Montgomery, JD, Deputy Director at Let It Be Us and mother through adoption, and Rachel Hoyt, seasoned foster parent, talk about the concrete steps they’ve both taken to open the door to relationships with the biological family. To learn m…

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But What About the Child’s Biological Family? 30:18

1+ y ago30:18

30:18

While children in foster care have experienced difficult situations with their biological families, many children still feel a strong bond with them, and many of them will return to their families of origin. Alex Montgomery, JD, Deputy Director at Let It Be Us and mother through adoption, talks about how she developed a relationship with the birth …

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How Can I Help? Practical Tips for Supporting the Child in Your Care 18:33

1+ y ago18:33

18:33

In this special mini-episode, Cathy Newbury, Foster Parent Licensing Coach and seasoned foster parent, talks about how she ensures the children in her care receive all the support they need, while Dr. Heather Risser from our partner Northwestern University Family Care Parenting Lab talks from a therapeutic perspective about how to support the child…

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Why Kids Behave That Way: Diagnosable Difficulties 24:44

1+ y ago24:44

24:44

Children who have experienced foster care, or other kinds of difficult life experiences, may have a hard time adjusting - or may have mental or behavioral challenges that have never been diagnosed. Cathy Newbury, Foster Parent Licensing Coach and seasoned foster parent, chats with Dr. Heather Risser from our partner Northwestern University Family C…

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📀 BLUE GOLD - 'Make Mud Not War' 3:08:30

1+ y ago3:08:30

3:08:30

Season Two, Episode Four: SYNOPSIS: A thought provoking episode you don’t want to miss. Tonight’s focus zeroes in on the WHO is pushing these dangerous solar radiation management / solar geoengineering programs, WHAT is solar radiation management, WHEN did the first experiments surrounding geoengineering commence, WHERE, HOW, and WHY specific to we…

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Who Is Let It Be Us? A Conversation with Susan McConnell 27:22

1+ y ago27:22

27:22

Susan McConnell, MBA, founded Let It Be Us after seeing many children in foster care wait for years to be adopted. She designed programs based on her recruiting and human resources backgrounds, using technology to help waiting children in foster care. To learn more about Let It Be Us, and connect with Susan, find us at www.letitbeus.org.…

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What Is Permanency? Helping a Child Find Stability 26:59

1+ y ago26:59

26:59

Two experts walk us through what permanency means to children in foster care and the importance of stability and consistency in the development of children. Join us as Let It Be Us Director Vanessa Baie and Heather Risser from our partner Northwestern University Family Care Parenting Lab talk about the importance of connection for children in foste…

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Episode 35 - Grooming 42:57

1+ y ago42:57

42:57

EPISODE SUMMARY: 1 in 10 people have been victims of sexual assault. Over 80% of these victims know their attacker. In almost 100% of these cases, the attacker uses a method called "grooming". In this episode, filmmaker and survivor Gwen van de Pas joins Tony to discuss the documentary film titled Groomed. Gwen takes us through her journey of makin…

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Season Two Trailer 3:00

1+ y ago3:00

3:00

At Let It Be Us, we believe that the path to foster care begins with education, and the best way to educate is to reach people where they are which is why we started the Let It Be Us Foster Care and Adoption podcast where we dive deep into topics related to fostering children, foster care in Illinois, as well as adoption. We hope you enjoy, learn s…

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🥇 ‘VERUM ORIGINES’ – 7th CISM Military World Games ? 2:15:04

2y ago2:15:04

2:15:04

Season Two, Episode Three: SYNOPSIS: An eye-opening episode you don’t want to miss. Tonight’s focus zeroes in on the WHAT, WHEN WHERE, HOW, and WHY specific to SARS-CoV2 and its True Origins (‘Verum Origines’) through the research optics of a world renowned Reseach Scientist Dr. Richard M. FLEMING PhD, MD, LD (10Letters.org) and the author of a mus…

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Episode 34 - NCA Accreditation Standards Changes 49:33

2y ago49:33

49:33

EPISODE SUMMARY: The National Children’s Alliance (NCA) Standards of Accreditation help ensure that all children across the U.S. served by Children’s Advocacy Centers (CACs) receive consistent, evidence-based services that help them heal from abuse. The Standards for Accredited Members are reviewed through a process coordinated by the NCA Accredita…

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⚧ C.S.E.C. – Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children 2:10:27

2y ago2:10:27

2:10:27

Season Two, Episode Two SYNOPSIS: A MUST DOWNLOAD & LISTEN Episode. Tonight we delve into the dark reaches of a subject that continues to be obfuscated from any and all public domain(s). Introducing two must see documentaries titled: “NAMELESS”, and “Out-Of-Shadows” that discuss the Commercial-Sexual-Exploitation-of-Children (C.S.E.C.). Next is an …

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Episode 33 - CATS Program 35:25

2y ago35:25

35:25

EPISODE SUMMARY: The Baystate Family Advocacy Center has an exciting new program funded from the National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) - Child Advocacy Training & Support (CATS) Center. The CATS Center establishes a national training center to provide Children's Advocacy Centers (CACs) and multidisciplinary teams (MDTs) training, educatio…

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🔬 The Real Science - "Face Masks Do NOT Work" 1:58:25

2y ago1:58:25

1:58:25

Season Two, Episode One: https://lifedownunder.exposed/podcast/real-science-face-masks-do-not-work/ SYNOPSIS: Our first gripping episode for Season Two. A MUST LISTEN. Tonight covers the actual science behind WHY face masks have never worked in almost 100 years against any aerosol virus which COVID-19, and Influenza Type ‘A’, and ‘B’ are; In additi…

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Episode 32 - Moving Beyond Case Review 56:53

2y ago56:53

56:53

EPISODE SUMMARY: How do you define the role and responsibilities of Team Facilitator at your CAC? In this episode, Tony speaks with Sue, Vicky, and Brittnee on professionalizing the role of the Team Facilitator. They discuss the importance of the role moving beyond case review to having the role be viewed as more of a leadership position within the…

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The Big Picture: A Conversation with Let It Be Us Founder, Susan McConnell 30:43

2y ago30:43

30:43

The issues facing the foster care system and the children in care are big, but the solution is simple: stable families for every child. In the season finale of our very first podcast series, Susan McConnell, the Founder of Let It Be Us, talks about the importance of placing children in care in a home that best fits their needs and can support them …

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Episode 31 - Multilevel Shared Leadership Model 50:50

2y ago50:50

50:50

EPISODE SUMMARY: When examining the multidisciplinary team response to child abuse in communities, there are two principles that I believe to must be considered. The first is that MDT’s are sophisticated and complex systems that are tasked with providing a coordinated and comprehensive response to child abuse. The second is that no single disciplin…

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The Nuts and Bolts of Becoming a Licensed Foster Parent: A How-To with Vanessa Baie 14:23

2y ago14:23

14:23

The licensing process can be confusing, but Let It Be Us Director of Licensing Coaching and Placement Support Vanessa Baie has got you covered! Listen to get an overview of what you can expect in the licensing process. If you are ready to get licensed, join our FREE Licensing Coaching Program to get any last lingering questions answered and help fi…

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Fostering Teens! (OMG!): A Conversation with Elizabeth and Chris Rodriguez 33:10

2y ago33:10

33:10

Many people fear teens, whether in foster care or not, but Elizabeth and Chris don’t. It may not always be easy, but the journey with teens is definitely rewarding and Elizabeth and Chris go into all the details. If you are interested in fostering teens, learn more about our Springboard to Adulthood Program at www.letitbeus.org…

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It’s Easier Than You Think: A Conversation with Breanna and Maxwell Fritz 33:46

2y ago33:46

33:46

Breanna and Maxwell talk about their experience as foster parents of teens, those who identify LGBTQIA+ and everything in between. Their biggest takeaway? It’s easier than you think. Learn more about how to become foster parents by joining one of our free webinars at www.letitbeus.orgBy Let It Be Us

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How Did Let It Be Us Come to Be?: A Conversation with Founder Susan McConnell 38:11

2y ago38:11

38:11

Susan McConnell is a mother through adoption, a photographer, and a recruiter. She used all of that to found Let It Be Us in 2014 with the goal of transforming the child welfare system in Illinois. Learn more about everything we do at www.letitbeus.orgBy Let It Be Us

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Fostering Kids Who Go Home and Kids Who Stay: A Conversation with Carolyne Osterhues 27:20

2y ago27:20

27:20

Carolyne and her husband have fostered dozens of children over the many years they have been foster parents. Some children have returned to their biological families, and others have been adopted by the Osterhues family. All of them hold a place in Carolyne’s heart. To learn more about becoming a foster parent, attend a free webinar at www.letitbeu…

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What about the birth family?: A Conversation with Alex Montgomery 35:29

2y ago35:29

35:29

Adoptive Mom and Let It Be Us Deputy Director Alex Montgomery talks about adopting as a single mom and the importance of the relationship she has with her daughter’s birth family and why acknowledging and including a child’s biological family when possible is important in foster care. To learn more about foster care in Illinois, go to www.letitbeus…

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Let It Be Us: A Foster Care & Adoption Podcast (Trailer) 4:00

2y ago4:00

4:00

At Let It Be Us, we believe that the path to foster care begins with education, and the best way to educate is to reach people where they are which is why we started the Let It Be Us Foster Care and Adoption podcast where we dive deep into topics related to fostering children, foster care in Illinois, as well as adoption. We hope you enjoy, learn s…

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Why Become a Foster Parent?: A Conversation with Lindsay and Scottie Long 33:05

2y ago33:05

33:05

Lindsay and Scottie made the big decision to become foster parents after Lindsay supported students in her classroom who experienced foster care. They’ll talk about what it’s like to be foster parents and how to navigate the relationship with the biological family while fostering. To learn more about what it’s like to be a foster parent, attend a f…

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Jumping Into Foster Care: A Conversation with Vanessa Baie 35:33

2y ago35:33

35:33

A conversation with Vanessa Baie, leader of Let It Be Us’ efforts to educate and support people interested in becoming foster parents, who talks about her journey to become a fierce advocate for children and also delve into the world of foster care. To learn more, or connect directly with Vanessa, find us at www.letitbeus.org…

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Episode 30 - Science of Hope 30:18

2y ago30:18

30:18

EPISODE SUMMARY: We all see the word hope in the vision statements, mission statements, and even within the name of some of our organizations. But what do we mean when we are using this word? My guest for this episode will help put hope in perspective. As a “Hope Scientist,” Dr. Ashley Cross joins the podcast to speak to us about The Science of Hop…

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Episode 29 - Board Diversity 39:57

2+ y ago39:57

39:57

EPISODE SUMMARY: Every Child Advocacy Center wants to create a space that is safe and inclusive for all children and families that walk through the door. At times, the process of creating that space and the conversations that need to be had to ensure such a space can be difficult and uncomfortable. In this episode, I speak with Gale Britton, the Bo…

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Episode 28 - Tele-Medicine Now and Post-Pandemic 47:14

2+ y ago47:14

47:14

EPISODE SUMMARY: Access to medical care has been an ongoing challenge for many CACs. Whether it be a shortage of qualified practitioners, funding issues, transportation issues, or something else, many CAC leaders have been trying to answer the question of "how can we provide the children and families we serve with the appropriate medical services t…

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Episode 27 - Child Life Specialists and CACs 41:10

2+ y ago41:10

41:10

EPISODE SUMMARY: Have you heard about the role of a Child Life Specialist? Many of us are under the misconception that Child Life Specialists only work in hospital settings and are tasked with playing with children as they await a procedure or treatment. Nothing could be further from the truth. In both healthcare and community settings, Certified C…

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Episode 26 - Working with Children with Disabilities 53:02

2+ y ago53:02

53:02

EPISODE SUMMARY: Children with disabilities may be at a greater risk for maltreatment than children without disabilities. For many professionals in the child advocacy field, these cases can be difficult because of a lack of understanding, knowledge, and basic skills to effectively work with a child with a disability. In this episode, we start your …

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︻╦̵̵̿╤── PORT ARTHUR MASSACRE: 'A False Flag To Disarm AUSTRALIA' 1:52:14

2+ y ago1:52:14

1:52:14

Season One, Episode Eight: https://lifedownunder.exposed/podcast/port-arthur-massacre-a-false-flag-to-disarm-australia/ SYNOPSIS: Episode eight. Our final episode for Season One. A MUST LISTEN. Tonight covers the following topics: Interview conducted 04 MARCH 2017 by Allen RICHIE (his guest: Dr Keith Allan NOBLE on Martin BRYANT's irrefutable innoc…

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⛧KHAZARIAN MAFIA: Bankers For 'The Papal Bloodlines' (Earth's Ruling Elite) 2:06:06

2+ y ago2:06:06

2:06:06

SYNOPSIS: This seventh episode is A MUST LISTEN on LIFE DOWNUNDER with Gray STANTON. This is the podcast no one has ever done, because to do so requires detailed insight from an actual insider, which Gray STANTON is. Tonight's main topic is none other than the most ruthless enemy of humanity - the Khazarian Mafia. In addition to their true history,…

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💳 THE GREAT RESET: 'Freedom vs. Slavery' 2:06:59

2+ y ago2:06:59

2:06:59

SYNOPSIS: This episode on LIFE DOWNUNDER with Gray STANTON prresents the following MUST LISTEN topics: An indepth invterview of Catherine AUSTIN-FITTS (Investment Banker, and founder of The SOLARI Report) analysis on using the banking elites COVID-19 (fake pandemic = "an invisible enemy") as the smoke screen of Klaus SCHWAB's 'GREAT RESET' (i.e., K…

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☠ AUSTRALIAN HORROR STORY: 'Vaxxed vs. UnVaxxed' 1:52:13

2+ y ago1:52:13

1:52:13

SYNOPSIS: Tonight LIFE DOWNUNDER Podcast host Gray STANTON topics include: former World Health Organisation (WHO) German Geo-Political Analyst and Economist Peter KOENIG, Christine ANDERSON (Member of European Parliament) whom stands up against illegal COVID-19 Vaccine mandates, Queensland Police Service failed 'False-Flag' attempt of Max IGAN , il…

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💉 KILLER IN THE BLOODSTREAM: 'The Spike Protein' 1:47:50

2+ y ago1:47:50

1:47:50

SYNOPSIS: A MUST LISTEN episode of LIFE DOWNUNDER with podcast host Gray STANTON. Episode 4 topics include: PMDA JAPAN 医薬品医療機器庁 - Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Agency (FDA / TGA equivalent) find COVID-19 vaccines unsafe, Pfizer Omitted Industry-Standard Safety Studies (see link below), Interviews on the COVID-19 Experimental-Gene-Therapy Inje…

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⚖️ CENSORSHIP: Appellate Court Lisbon, PORTUGAL Ruling Censored 1:23:23

2+ y ago1:23:23

1:23:23

SYNOPSIS: A MUST LISTEN episode. An in depth discussion with LIFE DOWNUNDER Podcast host Gray STANTON. Episode 3 topics include: 11 NOVEMBER 2020 Portuguese Appellate Court Rules PCR Tests “Unreliable” & Quarantines “Unlawful”. Important legal decision faces total media blackout in Western world, GERMAN Trial Lawyer Dr Reiner FULLMICH of Stiftung C…

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