Best Federal Judicial Center Podcasts (2024)

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Lost Sister - A Discarded Woman - Episode 18 8:38

9d ago8:38

8:38

Making an announcement and asking our listeners if you know of another "lost sister" or a "discarded woman" that we could help tell their story too. Music by AudioCoffee (Denys Kyshchuk): https://www.audiocoffee.net/By GKL Studio 1

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Lost Sister - A Discarded Woman - Episode 17 - "What the hell is this?" 26:48

26d ago26:48

26:48

Episode 17 is titled "what the hell is this?" for the simple reason that - still, to this day - even with all the evidence that has been accumulated by Elizabeth's family, their attorney, the police detective and the FBI agent - no one has enough to convince the highest officials to charge Darcy with any type of criminal activity. Music by AudioCof…

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Episode 41: Curiosity Can Transform Your Leadership 29:34

1M ago29:34

29:34

Research shows that heart-centered curiosity differs from intellectual curiosity and leads to a better understanding of ourselves and others, and to happier and more productive organizations. Scott Shigeoka’s book Seek: How Curiosity Can Transform Your Life and Change the World, based on his work at UC Berkeley’s Greater Good Science Center, provid…

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Lost Sister - A Discarded Woman - Episode 16 - Attorneys - "the good, the bad, the indifferent" 24:01

1M ago24:01

24:01

In a nutshell - Episode 16 discusses attorneys. To quote an old Forbes article titled "It's ok to hate lawyers" - it states, "people hate lawyers because they represent the interests of people and corporations without really caring who they are, what they did, what harm they caused or how culpable they are." Music by AudioCoffee (Denys Kyshchuk): h…

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Lost Sister - A Discarded Woman - Episode 15 - Protect Yourself & Those You Love 23:59

2M ago23:59

23:59

Episode 15 delves into how we might spot abuse - reflective questions along with suggestions on responses to hearing from someone who has experienced abuse. A discussion surrounding how to help stop domestic violence. What we can all do personally. Music by AudioCoffee (Denys Kyshchuk): https://www.audiocoffee.net/…

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Lost Sister - A Discarded Woman - Episode 14 - Abuse - How It Starts 22:59

2M ago22:59

22:59

Abuse by the very definition is to treat a person or animal with cruelty &/or violence - especially regularly or repeatedly. Do you know the signs? Do you know it first hand? No? Never? Then, you are one of the lucky ones. If the answer is yes, then you understand all too well. Sadly, you are not alone. According to the National Domestic Violence H…

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Lost Sister - A Discarded Woman - Episode 13 - "Nothing Worthwhile is Ever Easy" 24:49

2M ago24:49

24:49

Episode 13 includes some background and underlying issues of the difficulties of charging an individual with a crime. Searching for some sort of larger media attention. Music by AudioCoffee (Denys Kyshchuk): https://www.audiocoffee.net/By GKL Studio 1

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Lost Sister - A Discarded Woman - Episode 12 23:15

2M ago23:15

23:15

"Next Steps - a/k/a Fighting Back is a Bitch" Civil Lawsuit it is. Music by AudioCoffee (Denys Kyshchuk): https://www.audiocoffee.net/By GKL Studio 1

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Lost Sister - A Discarded Woman - Episode 11 - by Hook or by Crook - Discussing Defrauders 22:07

2M ago22:07

22:07

Episode 11 - discussion about fraud, statistics, protection suggestions and what to watch for, plus a shared true fraud story Music by AudioCoffee (Denys Kyshchuk): https://www.audiocoffee.net/By GKL Studio 1

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Lost Sister - A Discarded Woman - Episode 10 - Catching Up With Elizabeth 28:59

3M ago28:59

28:59

Episode 10 - Finds Katherine & Charles take Elizabeth furniture shopping and we learn the Neurologist diagnosis Music by AudioCoffee (Denys Kyshchuk): https://www.audiocoffee.net/By GKL Studio 1

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Episode 40: The Value of Intelligent Failure 30:06

3M ago30:06

30:06

Professor and author Amy Edmondson’s recent research says that intelligent failures in organizations help us adapt, improve and innovate – as individuals and teams. Leaders who recognize, value and even celebrate failures for the learning opportunities they present, encourage organizational innovation and improvement.Dr. Edmondson is the Novartis P…

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Lost Sister - A Discarded Woman - Episode 9 - New Revelations 22:16

3M ago22:16

22:16

In Episode 9 discloses Walter's cause of death. Music by AudioCoffee (Denys Kyshchuk): https://www.audiocoffee.net/By GKL Studio 1

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Lost Sister - A Discarded Woman - Episode 8 - Old & New Discoveries 22:51

3M ago22:51

22:51

More key findings from the detective bring new insights into Katherine's quest to find justice for Elizabeth. A new direction to approach the FBI fuels Katherine. Music by AudioCoffee (Denys Kyshchuk): https://www.audiocoffee.net/By GKL Studio 1

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Lost Sister - A Discarded Woman - Episode 7 - Justice Failures 32:04

3M ago32:04

32:04

Justice is described as "a concern for justice, peace, and genuine respect for people". Whether you agree or not - justice is extremely difficult to find. Yet, Elizabeth's family are still determined to find it for their sister. The purpose of this podcast is to help shine a light on all Domestic Abuse, Elder Abuse, Domestic Violence and Elder Frau…

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Lost Sister - A Discarded Woman - Episode 6 - The Family Take Charge 28:33

4M ago28:33

28:33

Elizabeth has a new place to call home. But there are still struggles and issues with Darcy. And Walter's death is discussed. Music by AudioCoffee (Denys Kyshchuk): https://www.audiocoffee.net/By GKL Studio 1

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Lost Sister - A Discarded Woman - Episode 5 32:23

4M ago32:23

32:23

"THE Phone Call and THE Hearing" We join Katherine on the call she receives from Darcy, who inadvertently shares some rather interesting introspects. THE family court hearing Katherine has been anxiously preparing for. Music by AudioCoffee (Denys Kyshchuk): https://www.audiocoffee.net/By GKL Studio 1

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Lost Sister - A Discarded Woman - Episode 4 - The You Can't Make This S***t Up 35:21

4M ago35:21

35:21

Elizabeth's family is in disbelief that the court granted guardianship to Darcy - again. They vow to do everything they can to protect Elizabeth. We discover several incredible details that come to light as well as some of Elizabeth's backstory. A "don't miss" episode. Music by AudioCoffee (Denys Kyshchuk): https://www.audiocoffee.net/…

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Lost Sister - A Discarded Woman - Episode 3 - The Family Takes Charge 22:36

4M ago22:36

22:36

Katherine is appointed as Elizabeth's guardian. Not only does she have a very long "to-do" list on Elizabeth's behalf (doctor, dentist, finances, etc.) she and the family want - no - need to know what has been happening to Elizabeth. So many questions. It'll take time and patience and indeed perseverance. ------------------------- A good place to s…

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Lost Sister - A Discarded Woman -- Podcast Trailer 1:14

4M ago1:14

1:14

Podcast Trailer: In early January 2022, Katherine made a call to her sister, Elizabeth. The answer she received was surprising. A disconnected land line recording. Katherine learned that Elizabeth, a retired physician with dementia and Elizabeth’s husband Walter, a diabetic stroke patient, were moved from their home. No forwarding, no notification,…

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Lost Sister - A Discarded Woman - Episode 1 - It started with a phone call: "Elizabeth is missing!" 18:31

4M ago18:31

18:31

This podcast is based on a true story of a woman searching for her sister. A traumatic event that (as of recording) remains ongoing. Katherine has been trying to find her big sister Elizabeth for months with no trace. Elizabeth is a retired physician with dementia. Elizabeth's husband Walter (a stroke survivor) is also missing. When Katherine disco…

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Lost Sister - A Discarded Woman - Episode 2 - "We found Elizabeth!" 24:20

4M ago24:20

24:20

After months of searching, Katherine and their family are finally given Elizabeth's physical whereabouts. Walter's "granddaughter" had moved the elderly couple across 4 states without word to Elizabeth's family but has now given Katherine a physical address. Their elder brother, Charles, lives relatively nearby and immediately sets out to see his y…

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Episode 39: Trust and Relationships: The Science May Surprise You 27:18

5M ago27:18

27:18

Dr. Peter H. Kim, researcher in the field of trust and author of How Trust Works: The Science of How Relationships Are Built, Broken and Repaired, shares surprising evidence-based insights about trust and trust violations. He describes how efforts to repair trust, such as apologies, can be ineffective or even harm relationships. Dr. Peter H. Kim is…

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Episode 50 - Jackie Chapman-Gray (Natural History Museum, University of Oxford) 36:40

5M ago36:40

36:40

We're rounding out season 4 of The M Files with a recent interview with Jackie Chapman-Grey from the University of Oxford's Natural History Museum. This special season finale was recorded "on location" during a recent trip across the pond for Val, Patty, and John. Our interview explores Jackie's museum background, which includes work both in the UK…

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Episode 38: How Office Design Can Improve Wellbeing, Productivity 29:53

7M ago29:53

29:53

Esther Sternberg, author of Well at Work: Creating Wellbeing in Any Workspace, shares research on how our work environments impact our health and productivity. Dr. Sternberg provides guidance to leaders on how to integrate the seven domains of health into workspace design, fostering healthier employees who are more focused, productive and happier t…

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BONUS Off Paper Podcast: Episode 25 - Finding Happiness in Your Life and Work 54:02

7M ago54:02

54:02

Helene Creager (C.D. Cal.), informed by her time as central California’s Critical Incident Stress Management Team, shares not only what officers need to know about the science behind mindfulness, compassion, self-compassion, and positive neuroplasticity, but how to incorporate them into our daily lives as well. Drawing upon her twenty-three years a…

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Episode 49 - Will Stoutamire (University of Nebraska-Kearney) 35:54

8M ago35:54

35:54

On this edition, we take a trip to the Platte Valley in Nebraska to chat with our colleague and MPMA compatriot Dr. Will Stoutamire. Will is an associate professor of history at the University of Nebraska-Kearney. A past museum director and active public historian, Will shares his insights about working with the past both in and outside of museums.…

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Episode 48 - James Hagadorn (Denver Museum of Nature and Science) 30:44

9M ago30:44

30:44

In this edition of The M Files, we chat with Dr. James Hagadorn from the Denver Museum of Nature and Science. Dr. Hagadorn is the Tim & Kathryn Ryan Curator of Geology but likes to describe himself as "a detective in deep time." Join us as chat about his work at DMNS and how he shares geology with visitors. For more information about the Denver Mus…

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Episode 37: Why Microstress Matters 30:02

9M ago30:02

30:02

Karen Dillon, co-author with Rob Cross of The Microstress Effect: How Little Things Pile Up and Create Big Problems and What to Do about It, describes their discovery of the little noticed day-to-day stressors causing significant impact on even the highest performing employees, and how failing to address them can lead to burnout. Karen Dillon is a …

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Episode 47 - Leigh Dudley (Federal Judicial Learning Center & Museum, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma) 30:04

11M ago30:04

30:04

On this edition of the M Files we're heading to the capital of the Sooner State to speak with Leigh Dudley. Leigh is the director of the Judicial Learning Center & Museum based at the Federal Court House in Oklahoma City. Join us as we learn about this interesting non-profit/public partnership that explores the role of the Federal Judiciary through…

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Episode 36: Gather with Purpose 29:59

11M ago29:59

29:59

Today on In Session: Leading the Judiciary, Priya Parker, author of The Art of Gathering, shares a purpose-driven and people-centered approach for designing meaningful, and memorable meetings that people want to attend. Parker is a facilitator and strategic advisor trained in the field of conflict resolution and has spent 20 years guiding leaders a…

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Episode 46 - Tara Damron (White Hair Memorial, Osage County, Oklahoma) 32:44

11M ago32:44

32:44

This edition of the M Files takes us to Osage County, Oklahoma, to speak with Tara Damron from the White Hair Memorial. A member of the Osage Nation, Tara has been a museum professional for over twenty years working with the history of her people and the State of Oklahoma. Join us as she shares more about the history and mission of the White Hair M…

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Episode 45 - Levi Saulnier (Canterbury Shakers Village, Canterbury, NH) 27:44

12M ago27:44

27:44

Welcome back to episode 45 of the M Files. On this edition, we are chatting with Levi Saulnier. Levi is a recent graduate of the museum studies program at Casper College (WY) and a senior at Plymouth State University (NH). He is an emerging museum professional who is working as an inventory curator at the Canterbury Shakers Village in Canterbury, N…

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Episode 44 - Andrew Dunehoo (Mountain Plains Museum Association) 36:54

1y ago36:54

36:54

Welcome back to season 4 of The M Files! We are kicking the season off with an interview with Andrew Dunehoo. Andrew was our guest several years ago. On this edition, we check in and see about his work as the new president of the Mountain-Plains Museum Association. Besides talking about MPMA's recent conference in Corpus Christi, Texas, we chat abo…

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Episode 35: Focus on What Matters by Subtracting What Doesn’t 26:39

1y ago26:39

26:39

Leidy Klotz, author of Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less, shares how subtracting before adding can create better outcomes, especially when we are clear about what we want to accomplish. Klotz’s innovative research shows how subtracting doesn’t necessarily mean doing less; rather it’s an important first step for individuals and organizations th…

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Off Paper – Episode 25: Finding Happiness in Your Life and Work 54:02

1y ago54:02

54:02

Helene Creager (C.D. Cal.), informed by her time as central California’s Critical Incident Stress Management Team, shares not only what officers need to know about the science behind mindfulness, compassion, self-compassion, and positive neuroplasticity, but how to incorporate them into our daily lives as well. Drawing upon her twenty-three years a…

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Episode 34: Thinking Better to Lead Better 31:23

1+ y ago31:23

31:23

Woo-kyoung Ahn, professor of psychology at Yale University and author of Thinking 101: How to Reason Better to Live Better, discusses how our brains are hard-wired to make quick decisions in order to keep us safe. These cognitive shortcuts can lead to misguided decision-making and stifled innovation in the short-term while costing us time, energy a…

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Off Paper – Episode 24: An Extraordinary and Compelling Compassionate Release Story 43:06

1+ y ago43:06

43:06

Dani Hourani served twenty-eight years of a mandatory life sentence before being granted compassionate release on the basis of “extraordinary and compelling reasons” under the First Step Act. Dani is now Director of Community Development for Team Wellness Center, a provider of social and health care services to the Detroit area’s low-income communi…

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Episode 33: Leading Outcomes, Others & Ourselves in Remote or Hybrid Workplaces 29:48

1+ y ago29:48

29:48

In remote or hybrid workplaces, leaders must be more intentional about building relationships that engender commitment, rather than just compliance, and focus more on accomplishment rather than just employee activity. This episode explores how to do that with organizational expert Kevin Eikenberry.Kevin Eikenberry is founder and Chief Potential Off…

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Episode 43 - John Simmons (Museologica) 39:00

1+ y ago39:00

39:00

Hey, museum it's the final episode of season 3! In this edition we're chatting with museum professional and consultant John Simmons. John is a consultant with Museologica. Our conversation explores his background and training with natural history collections before launching into his perspectives on the museum world from a consultant's point of vie…

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Episode 32: What Matters About Generations 32:38

1+ y ago32:38

32:38

Today on In Session: Leading the Judiciary, we talk with public policy expert Bobby Duffy about his book The Generation Myth: Why When You’re Born Matters Less Than You Think. Duffy discusses what’s real and not-so-real about differences among generations. Stereotypes like “Baby Boomers hate technology” and “Millennials are lazy” not only lack supp…

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Episode 43 - Laura Barry (Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Art Museum, Colonial Williamsburg) 41:35

1+ y ago41:35

41:35

For this edition of The M Files we're chatting with Laura Barry from the Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Art Museum at Colonial Williamsburg. Laura talks about the museum's history and connection to one of the most recognizable historic campuses in the United States. Besides the museum, we also chat about working and living at Colonial Williamsburg. For m…

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Episode 42 - Katy Malone (McClung Museum of Natural History & Culture) 34:14

1+ y ago34:14

34:14

On this edition we're heading to the Volunteer State to chat with Katy Malone at the McClung Museum of Natural History & Culture at the University of Tennessee-Knoxville. Katy is the Curator of Academic Programs. Listen in as Katy talks about how the McClung serves as a resource to academic audiences. For more information about our guest's institut…

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Episode 41 - Jonathan Nichols (Woodman Museum) 26:35

1+ y ago26:35

26:35

On this episode of The M Files we're heading to the eastern United States to chat with Jonathan Nichols at the Woodman Museum in Dover, New Hampshire. The Woodman Museum is a fascinating local museum that exhibits the history, arts, and science-related collections through a campus of historic homes and buildings. For more information about our gues…

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Episode 40 - Patricia LaBounty (Union Pacific Railroad Museum) 43:36

1+ y ago43:36

43:36

All Aboard!! On this episode of The M Files, we're heading to Council Bluffs, Iowa, to chat with Patricia LaBounty at the Union Pacific Railroad Museum. The "UP" has been a part of American life, especially in the Western United States, for over 150 years. Listen in as Patricia talks about how her museum explores that vast history through a unique …

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Episode 31: Finding Your Inner Warrior and Leading Courageously 32:07

1+ y ago32:07

32:07

In this episode, we explore how leaders can find their inner warrior and lead with courage. D.J. Vanas, author of The Warrior Within: Own Your Power to Serve, Fight, Protect, and Heal, explains that being a warrior is not about steely-eyed individual toughness. Rather, it is about practicing aggressive self-care, openness, and collaboration so that…

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Episode 39 - Andrea Miskewicz (KSU Museum of History and Holocaust Education) 43:42

2y ago43:42

43:42

Welcome back to The M Files! This week, we are chatting with Andrea Miskewicz at Kennesaw State University in Kennesaw, George. Andrea is the Director of Education for KSU's Museum of History and Holocaust Education. The MHHE explores the events surrounding one of the twentieth century's greatest tragedies. Listen in as Andrea discusses her museum …

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Episode 38 - Jim Moran (Hamilton Wood Type & Printing Museum) 40:48

2y ago40:48

40:48

Happy New Year from the M File Team! We are chatting with Jim Moran, the Master Printer & Collections Officer from the Hamilton Wood Type & Printing Museum in Two Rivers, Wisconsin. From printing presses to individual wood printing blocks, the museum has over 1.5 million pieces in its collection. It preserves the rich history and art of woodblock p…

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Episode 37 - James Taub (National World War I Museum & Memorial) 32:51

2y ago32:51

32:51

Happy Holidays from the M Files Team! James Taub from the National World War I Museum & Memorial in Kansas City, Missouri, joins us for our final episode of 2022. James is the History & Engagement Special for the institution. He has had an interesting career preserving and sharing military history in the United States, especially concerning the Fir…

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Episode 36 - Rebecca Engelhardt (Museum of Glass) 33:09

2y ago33:09

33:09

Although the snow and cold of winter has arrived, the M Files crew is sitting down with Rebecca Englehardt from the Museum of Glass in Tacoma, Washington. Rebecca is the collections and exhibitions manager at the MoG. Join the conversation as learn more about Rebecca's cross country museum journey and all the interesting things happening at her mus…

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Episode 30: How Recognizing Bias, Headwinds, and Tailwinds Lifts Everyone in an Organization (Including You) 24:29

2y ago24:29

24:29

In part two of our discussion with author Dolly Chugh, we discuss how unconscious bias reveals itself in non-verbal ways, signaling feelings and beliefs we don’t intend to convey. Dr. Dolly Chugh, author of The Person You Mean to Be, How Good People Fight Bias, says this “leakage” often occurs during times of stress and in fast-moving environments.…

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