As you will notice when you read my books my life has been quite a challenging and unusual journey. Because of this I have always found myself on the outside of things and feeling very different. But eventually I learned the very things which made me feel different, were the ones that helped me become the person I am today. These experiences provided the fodder for my writing. I am here to show you how it is possible for you to overcome your challenges. It seems so very important to share th ...
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Two 20-something life-long besties, Bobbi and Isabella, discuss some world changing pop culture moments. Ok maybe not world changing but still fun! From Lady Gaga’s meat dress to Steve Harvey announcing the wrong winner at Miss USA, we have got all the girlies covered with hot takes, mindless banter, and the guarantee you will be entertained. Listen for the mindless moments and stay because we are all having so much fun!! New episodes available every Thursday.
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Whether you're new to the squad or a certified die-hard, NBC's official Law & Order: SVU Podcast is a celebration of the show's 21 years of groundbreaking storytelling. Hosted by Anthony Roman, we're digging deep into TV’s longest-running primetime drama. Every week, you'll go inside the squadroom for behind-the-scenes episode intel from the cast and crew and learn how inspiration for the ripped-from-the-headlines episodes strikes. And that’s not all! We’ll be rolling out radio-style episode ...
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Talking About Guns is a podcast created to demystify a typically loaded and polarizing topic, featuring a variety of guests who represent different perspectives in the gun safety debate. Our guests approach and dissect a wide range of gun-related topics and issues including relevant national news, personal stories, safety training, access to firearms, constitutional rights and freedoms, responsible gun ownership, gun culture, gun policy, and the role of firearms in keeping our communities safe.
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Happy bonus episode girls! We talk about Isabella's self-book, marrying for money, no body no crime divorce vibes, being on the other side where podcasters don't tell you who they're talking about, Kelly Clarkson, alimony should only be for women, blonde country girls, VD vs NYD the movies and their cameos and how Isabella won't update her apps. Fo…
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On this episode of Mindless Moments, Bobbi and Isabella dive into the lore of Shondaland. Jason Baldoni needs to call Olivia Pope for his new crisis PR Team. Welcome to our new health podcast, we are diving into protein. And we are completely uneducated on the topic and just asking questions no one will answer. All we know is we NEED a daily dose o…
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On this episode of Mindless Moments, the girls discover so many unknown beefs that they have with so many people. Isabella and Bobbi discuss their extreme love for Cher. Her outfits and her incredible talent, wow. Also imagine Beyoncé scheduling out social posts. Or making those little video edits? Follow us on social: IG: https://www.instagram.com…
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On this episode of Mindless Moments, the girls talk all about the Renaissance with Sex in the City but just the fact that the women weren't actually friends in real life. Boo!! At least Kim Cattrall and Florence Pugh can discuss working with mean girls. Miss Flo and Olivia Wilde on Don't Worry Darling debriefed by us! Comment for a link to Isabella…
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On this episode of Mindless Moments, the girls are in with the old and in with the new!! Bobbi gets absolutely inspired by Studio 54 and the true icon Bianca Jagger. Alexa play 'White Horse' by Taylor Swift. And also 'us' by Gracie Abrams feat. Taylor Swift. Seriously bring us to THAT night with the wine and cosmos. Did you miss the the re-inspired…
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On this episode of Mindless Moments, the girls lose their sparkle but don't worry it will be back next week. Also hate to be like this but this was recorded June 14th and we have never liked Zach Sang and we can get into it but seriously we are on the pulse. If you are going to the movie theater, don't. Follow us on social: IG: https://www.instagra…
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On this episode of Mindless Moments, the girls get really close to the mics because they are uninspired with life. They also discuss celebrities and their big life achievements and the difference between announcing those in People Magazine or Vogue. If you know, you know. Isabella is confused by finances and Bobbi isn't much help. But we all had fu…
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Today is Bobbi's Birthday!!! Woohooo!!! Yay!! Everyone seriously tell her happy birthday. Also, Bobbi is still reeling from Austin Butler and Vanessa Hudgens breaking up. Everyone watch Folklore Long Pond Studio Sessions on Disney+ in honor of her. Please follow Bobbi on TikTok so she can pursue her dream of becoming a dancer! Follow us on social: …
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On this holiday special of Mindless Moments, the girls dive into what they find patriotic. And by patriotic we mean just things they like. The girls share a vulnerable moment about why they took a break from posting. TW emotional. Genuinely how is Lana Del Rey not on Mount Rushmore? Praying for our 'so american' moment but we could also do 'So High…
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On this episode of Mindless Moments, Bobbi is writing this because she rocks... Which one could say about the Eras Tour and Gracie Abrams's sophomore album, The Secret of Us. To put it plain and simple, the girls won't shut up. Get a cosmo in their hands and they'll be on their third bottle of wine within seconds! But seriously, this weeks' episode…
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On this episode of Mindless Moments, it's surprise song o'clock!! Live from Cardiff whatever that is. Isabella pulls a Yolanda Hadid on Bobbi which was really uncalled for. Don't worry Isabella got her karma when she was passed up at a casting call. Bella Hadid has probably never had that happen to her huh? Bobbi is praying Gigi Hadid and Cody Simp…
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On this episode of Mindless Moments, it finally happens someone cries. But seriously we cannot blame Bobbi because being a woman is the hardest thing ever. Katy Perry would know. Wig. Bobbi also shares what Russel Brand and Las Vegas have in common. And it isn't screwing over Katy Perry. Isabella really tries to stay out of drama. But only watches …
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On this episode of Mindless Moments, Bobbi and Isabella devote their lives to Gwyneth Paltrow. And they also have not read literally at all. Book Tok, this is your tape. Bobbi seriously trauma dumps but also she's an icon like Hailey because she just bought two self-help books! Hello healing!!! Isabella pretends to be from nepotism by name dropping…
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But has anyone seen Friday Night Lights or The O.C.??? Everyone is stealing cars but when you are going home to Seth Cohen all bets are off. The tale is as old as time, East Coast vs. West Coast. Obviously, we are West Coast because we love The O.C. way more than Gossip Girl. We are Tim Riggins apologists and booking our summer trip to Dillion, Tex…
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Saturday Night Live! But make it Bridgerton
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On this episode of Mindless Moments, the girls give you an unwarranted recap of Bridgerton which is kinda random and Isabella obviously talks about Jonathan Bailey. And that wasn't even the moment!!!!! The girls uncover a fact about Bobbi neither of them could have predicted. Ok, girls see ya because your hosts are on vacation. (We all imagined tha…
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On this episode of Mindless Moments, the girls talk about all of their girls crushing acoustic performances! Not concerts. We kind of Kelly Clarkson'ed ourselves with this episode. And Isabella ruthlessly shuts down Bobbi's innocent fun fact. Also we are begging Daisy Jones and the Six to please do anything. Why are these freaks talking about scien…
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On this episode of Mindless Moments the girls dive into the world of celebrity relationships. But really only one person. Pete Davidson we are seriously begging for a chance. Will settle for Timothée Chalamet though. Isabella accidentally spills who the love of her life is (ps he is a drummer) !! And Bobbi is really looped into what comedians are s…
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Surprise girls! It's Tuesday and here is our 2024 Met Gala Recap! The first Monday in May is the probably the only good Monday ever? In this episode, we dive into our favorite girlies looks live from NYC. Just kidding, we aren't in New York but how would you know? The Wicked Cast saved our lives, again. Follow us on social: IG: https://www.instagra…
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One Direction is never getting back together, like ever!
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On this episode of Mindless Moments, Bobbi learns SO much old couple news like Ashton and Gemma and Scooter and Madison Beer's mom. Also tragically, we hate to be the girls to tell you but One Direction is not getting back together, and seriously thank god!! Isabella discusses her volunteer work of publically picking Niall as the number one guy in …
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Taylor or Aaron or Matty or Tortured Poets
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Girls we are drowning in lyrics and lore. But luckily for you, we are debriefing it all on this episode of Mindless Moments. The Tortured Poets Department, welcome to your tape! And we feel so strongly about 'So Long London' and 'How Did It End?' and 'The Prophecy' that we literally cannot talk about them. Because seriously I'M JUST GETTING COLOR B…
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Except we weren't there! This week on Mindless Moments, Isabella cannot dye her hair ever and she is crushed about it. Seriously Pickleball is the best and tennis cannot stand a chance. Imagine Zendaya in a pickleball movie. Chills. Sending our best to Tyler the Creator as he performs at weekend 2 Coachella for the 3857842th time. We do allow solic…
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Addison Rae Eats Indie Rockstars for Breakfast
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In this episode of Mindless Moments, Isabella talks about her idol while Bobbi works through her tier list. No matter what situation you are in just think, what would Addison Rae do? Please do not tag Harry Styles in this podcast, he cannot see it!!! If you want a niche, hot, rockstar boyfriend; please place your order on our IG! Girls rate this po…
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Team Emotionally Unavailable Music Producers
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In this episode of Mindless Moments, Isabella and Bobbi dive into love triangles. Like for the whole episode but they are seriously both so complex. From Betty, James, and August to Conrad, Belly, and that other guy; these dynamics should be studied. For engaging with slight Jack Antanoff slander, go listen to Margaret by Lana Del Rey feat. The Ble…
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Disclaimer: They don't make men like Zack Bia anymore!
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On this episode of Mindless Moments Isabella is just really confused. Bobbi also embarks on a journey of her childhood and also her future? Tell your d3 athletes you love them and they matter. and it doesn't bug you he is only 5'6"! also happy one month to us! Grab your wedges we are going out! Thanks for listening fr :) We are having 90s movie roa…
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On this episode of Mindless Moments Bobbi and Isabella get emotional about being 19 year old girls and how men are so gross! Kind of. From Beyoncé pulling an Evelyn Hugo to just 15 minutes obsessing over Olivia Rodrigo, the girls do it all, for the third time! Jay-Z please pause 'making the bed' and take a second to listen to Mindless Moments. Sorr…
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On this episode of Mindless Moments, Isabella fills Bobbi and the audience in on the impact and the vibe British YouTubers left on an impressionable depressed teenage Isabella and the entire population. And Bobbi discusses the rise and fall of the app everyone needs, Phhhoto. From discussing transcontinental DWTS affairs to Bobbi not knowing about …
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On this episode of Mindless Moments, Bobbi and Isabella dive into why casting directors are obsessed with replacing Jake T. Austin with Noah Centineo and a recent edition of British Vogue with 40 iconic gals. From not knowing nepo babies names to Lemonade Mouth performing at the white house the girls are sure to make you laugh in Mindless Moments. …
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Sharing our Healing Work - Olivia S. Benson & Jael the Great
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I met this amazing woman today, Jael the Great. She is an award winning actress, a writer, a producer, and life coach. She also does amazing healing work with women and men. We had a wonderful moment of synergy! For the Love of my Father, my new book is available on Amazon, link here: https://amzn.to/3ed9hVx Get your copy today! Website: www.olivia…
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S2 E29: “History tells us when there’s progress, there’s backlash” – Talking About Guns with Jocelyn Benson
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A recipient of the Presidential Citizens Medal for her “exemplary public service to advance free and fair elections,” Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson joins us for the latest episode of TAG. From armed protestors outside her home in the middle of the night contesting the 2020 election results and learning of a plot published on Facebook t…
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Daddy suffered and lost because of his inability to be a present father
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For the Love of my Father, my new book is available on Amazon, link here: https://amzn.to/3ed9hVx Get your copy today! Website: www.oliviasbenson.com Facebook: facebook.com/authoroliviasbenson Twitter: twitter.com/OSBenson1 Youtube: www.youtube.com/@oliviasbenson Instagram: instagram.com/oliviasbenson_/ In this video we continue our conversation ab…
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For the Love of my Father, my new book is available on Amazon, link here: https://amzn.to/3ed9hVx Get your copy today! Website: www.oliviasbenson.com Facebook: facebook.com/authoroliviasbenson Twitter: twitter.com/OSBenson1 Youtube: www.youtube.com/@oliviasbenson Instagram: instagram.com/oliviasbenson_/ Some things came up about my video last week,…
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In this podcast, Olivia focuses on one of the topics discussed in For the Love of my Father, a parent’s responsibility to protect their children’s Essential Self from unnecessary damage as a result of the absence of a father. Visit my website here: http://www.oliviasbenson.com/By Olivia S. Benson
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S2 E28: “This not talking about politics thing that I was taught growing up, that doesn’t serve us” – Talking About Guns with Leigh McGowan
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She was given a death sentence. Years later, she asked herself, “What am I doing with this extra life I’ve been given?” On the latest episode of TAG, we chat with Leigh McGowan about her Webby-award winning @IAmPoliticsGirl “Breakfast Rants” and podcast that have attracted nearly 2 million followers and earned her praise for her breakdown of comple…
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Olivia gives a brief introduction to her current books: For the Love of my Father, and Answers From Within, the journey that lead her to write them, and her future plans. The future videos will focus on discussing For the Love of my Father.By podcastz9
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S2 E27: “I’ve devoted my life to fight for a world where people don’t have to feel that kind of pain” – Talking About Guns with Congressman Maxwell Frost
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The first Gen Z member of congress joins us on the latest episode of Talking About Guns. 26-year-old Representative Maxwell Frost recounts the “emotional whiplash” of attending the Newtown vigil in DC at age 15 and how it “made me uncomfortable to a point where I’ve devoted my life to fighting for a world where people don’t have to feel that kind o…
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S2 E26: “The idea that we don’t care is absurd and offensive” – Talking About Guns with Kostas Moros
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In the wake of the Covenant School shooting in Nashville, we’re joined by Second Amendment activist and gun rights attorney Kostas Moros on the latest episode of TAG. “The idea that we don’t care is absurd and offensive,” Kostas tells us regarding the perception of gun owners and their feelings about school shootings. We discuss the number one area…
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S2 E25: “A revolution in American gun policy” – TAG with Professor Adam Winkler
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In the latest episode of TAG, we’re joined by UCLA’s Adam Winkler – one of the most cited law professors in judicial opinions today – to discuss what he deems “a revolution in American gun policy” since the Supreme Court’s Bruen decision came down in June. The “Gun Fight'' author and Second Amendment expert breaks down the new Bruen constitutionali…
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S2 E24: “We too rarely have opportunities to sit down with people who disagree with us” – TAG with Professor David Yamane
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On the latest episode of TAG, we’re joined by Wake Forest Professor David Yamane, who shares with us what prompted a liberal academic to become an armed American, acclaimed for his expertise in Gun Culture 2.0: the shift toward self-defense. He tells us about his Sociology of Guns course and what surprises his students most – including the cognitiv…
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S2 E23: “My whole purpose in life has been to keep Americans safe” – TAG with Olivia Troye
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On the latest episode of TAG, 97Percent Board Member and Former Homeland Security Advisor to VP Mike Pence, Olivia Troye, shares the incredible story of how her aunt was at the El Paso Walmart shooting -- and after being dragged to safety by a stranger, provided intel on the shooter. Olivia walks us through her responsibilities in the aftermath of …
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S2 E22: “We are at the beginning of an amazing moment in time” – TAG with Congressman Joe Walsh
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On the latest episode of TAG, we’re joined by former Illinois Republican Congressman and 2020 GOP Presidential Candidate Joe Walsh: a self-proclaimed “gun nut” who tells us what propelled his evolution from Tea Party member with an A rating from the NRA to outspoken gun safety advocate. 97Percent’s newest board member explains why “it’s going to ta…
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S2 E21: “I will always have a good faith conversation” – Talking About Guns with Chris Cheng
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On the latest episode of TAG, we’re joined by The History Channel’s “Top Shot Season 4” Champion Chris Cheng: an openly gay, Asian American, civil rights advocate who left his career at Google to become a professional sports shooter – breaking every stereotype about the gun community in the process. We chat about his experience in the competition a…
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S2 E20: “I’m no longer interested in battling for the 100% that’s never going to pass” – Talking About Guns with Congressman Steve Israel
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On the latest episode of Talking About Guns, we chat with former 8-term NY Congressman Steve Israel about the conversation with a Republican colleague in a members-only elevator that inspired his novel, a political satire imagining a world where it’s mandated for all Americans to carry a gun. We break down the power of voter intensity (“an obligati…
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S2 E19: “These are the conversations that are supposed to be happening” – Talking About Guns with Amy Swearer of The Heritage Foundation
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On the latest episode of TAG, we’re joined by Amy Swearer, a legal fellow at The Heritage Foundation. We chat about why she wanted to fill the conservative vacuum in gun safety and why it’s so important and how to have conversations with people who disagree with you about gun policy. She shares the highs and lows of her experiences testifying befor…
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S2 E18: “This isn’t just the NRA with a Latino coat of paint” – Talking About Guns with Latino Rifle Association
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In the latest episode of TAG, we chat with Latino Rifle Association President, P.B. Gomez, about the deliberate irony of the organization's name, how the LRA is opposed to certain cultural norms of gun ownership, why gun “laws with good intentions have consequences for marginalized communities,” and his goal of making more gun safety education cont…
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S2 E17: “It’s our right as Americans to be able to own a gun” – Talking About Guns with Ephraim Salaam
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13-year NFL veteran, FOX Sports broadcaster, screenwriter, and 97Percent board member Ephraim Salaam joins us for the latest episode of TAG. We chat about the culture of gun ownership in the NFL – about the need for protection following robberies and one of his teammates being held at gunpoint. Ephraim tells us about when he was with the Atlanta Fa…
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S2 E16: “The lie is the majority of gun violence is mass shootings” – Talking About Guns with Abené Clayton
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Abené Clayton, lead reporter for The Guardian’s “Guns and Lies” series, joins us for the latest episode of TAG to discuss her work investigating everyday gun deaths in Black and brown communities – not solely high-profile mass shootings. She dissects “the unspoken epidemic”: an unprecedented increase in homicides among Black women, particularly in …
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S2 E15: “The best treatment is prevention” – Talking About Guns with Dr. Joseph Sakran
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After nearly losing his life to a stray bullet, Joe Sakran decided to become a trauma surgeon to “give other people the same second chance I was given.” Dr. Sakran, now Director of Emergency Surgery at The Johns Hopkins Hospital, joins us to talk about the creation of @ThisIsOur Lane, his viral Twitter account in response to the NRA, and why making…
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S2 E14: “Lawmaking is like exercise: the more you do it the better you get at it” – Talking About Guns with former Congressman Carlos Curbelo
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Former Republican Congressman Carlos Curbelo, who served Florida’s 26th district from 2015-2019, joins us for Episode 2 of TAG Season 2. While many believe additional, federal, gun safety legislation is unlikely anytime soon after the passage of the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, Cong. Curbelo explains how the “breakthrough” could mean more need…
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Talking About Guns is a bi-weekly video series created to demystify a typically loaded and polarizing topic, featuring a variety of guests who represent different perspectives in the gun safety debate.By 97Percent
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S2 E13: “We courted each other over firearms” – Talking About Guns with Redstone Firearms
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On the Season 2 premiere of TAG we’re joined by Jonathan and Geneva Solomon, the husband & wife co-owners of Redstone Firearms: California’s only Black-owned gun shop. They explain why they put education at the forefront of their business, why “there’s no excuse” for not safely storing your firearm, and why they're proud to epitomize The Responsibl…
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