Erik Maund had it all. A wife and kids, a mansion by the Austin Country Club golf course, and an executive position with his family’s car dealership. But in March 2020, a message from a stranger put everything at risk. Someone knew Erik had an affair with an escort, and wanted money to keep quiet. Erik didn’t pay the money, though. He didn’t go to the cops, either. Instead, he paid Charlie Sheen’s former bodyguard and a couple of special ops-trained security contractors to confront the black ...
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Shifting the conversation back to books. Hosted by Abigail Freshley and Emily Rojas.
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Sharing family friendly entertainment through old time radio, and more.
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What happens when hosts from Detroit, Chicago, Philly in Atlanta come together. Dope hosts: Veronica Harrell, K. Press, Big Mike, Stephanie Dawn, and celebrity guests. We talk about entertainment, social issues, and introduce new artists. It's therapeutic for your mentality. Ready to book an appointment?
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The Hot Widows Club Podcast chronicles Crystal & Allie's grief journey, navigating a life they didn't choose. Widows who are tired as hell from raising kids, wiping asses, making decisions & being both parents; if you know, you know. Speaking freely about why being a widow sucks, they are simply pining for the love of their lives to come through the door one more time. Madly in love with their dead husbands, the duo fills the conversation with humor, life lessons, & a path forward. Yes, they ...
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It's a book club, but funny! Comedian Michael Ian Black is tackling a great work of literature: Wuthering Heights. Join Michael's weekly book club as he reads aloud from a classic and asks people like Jen Kirkman, Mike Birbiglia, Michael Showalter, and even his teenage kids to weigh in with their perspectives. Season 1: Thomas Hardy's Jude the Obscure. The book is bleak, but Michael does a lot of accent work. Season 2: Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. It's alive, and it's just a big buddy. Also, ...
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Three kids who study death, research death, and talk death now also record themselves while talking death just for your pleasure. Holding skulls everyday gives them a fair share of morbid but fun stories and ideas. Tune in to the podcast that discusses everything about death from the academic talk about forensics and archaeology to the fun ways to bury yourself. Disclaimer: This podcast is in no way associated with UCL and represents our thoughts and thoughts of those who wrote the wikipedia ...
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Rogues Gallery Uncovered, the podcast of bad behaviour in period costume. True (ish) stories of history’s most fascinating and scandalous men and women. From Casanova and Mata Hari to Errol Flynn and Rasputin, it’s a history podcast with a difference. Join lovable rogue Simon Talbot every fortnight for bawdy, colourful tales of ‘Libertines, Lotharios and Complete Bastards.’ It’s funny, shocking, shameless and doesn’t mention Jane Austin once! It’s not suitable for kids or easily offended gro ...
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Have you ever had the feeling of ”wait... I’ve seen this movie before, right?” Join hosts Matt and Angel in this movie discussion podcast all about remembering films. Some movies imprint upon us cherished memories we will never forget while others we could only wish we’d never think of again. Jump into this exploration as we rediscover films and discuss the process of how the movie was made, detail the cast, take a look at the production, and have a movie club-esque discussion of various poi ...
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Deadly Cast breaks down the new SYFY adaptation of Rick Remender and Wes Craig's comic Deadly Class! Hosted by the long running Comic Book Club podcast, Deadly Cast posts weekly, and features breakdowns of each episode, listener mail, and maybe some special guests!
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Step into the world of the Grateful Dead with "Tales from the Lot." Join me as I dive deep into the heart of one of the most iconic bands in music history. In this podcast, I invite passionate Deadheads to share their firsthand experiences from the legendary Grateful Dead shows they attended. My guests take you on a nostalgic journey to the lot scene and concerts they attended. Where the vibrant culture of fans, the music, and the mystical setlists converge. These storytellers transport you ...
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Shed Talks is a good humoured show about well being, mental health and coping with life – what happens when things go wrong, and what you can do to get better and stay well. Shed Talks is hosted by Jeremy Thomas – a funny guy with experience of serious mental illness, and an advocate of good mental health. Jeremy is going to be in conversation with interesting people drawn from the world of Film, TV, Music, Books, Crime, Gardening, and Business. Interesting people who have achieved something ...
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CHUCKYVISION is a podcast all about the horror franchise Child's Play and the main character, Chucky the Good Guy Doll. Hosted by Mark Adams & Dev Elson, the podcast explores the US TV series Chucky, plus his previous appearances in the Child's Play & Chucky films, and sometimes some Chucky adjacent stuff like other killer doll films and more... A proud part of the Film Stories Podcast Network: www.filmstories.co.uk
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Society norms say get married, have children, fit yourself into the little box and conform to the rules. When I made the conscious decision that I wanted to stay single for life and not have kids it was unfathomable to many of the people around me. You are not being truthful to yourself! You will change your mind when you find the one! Oh and my favourite what are you broken? Then one day "Fuck That Shit!" came out of my mouth aimed at someone who had no business being in my business! That w ...
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California's new law; Dead at work; Bizzare lawsuits; Dope Though; New Music
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This episode discusses California's new proposed law to help undocumented immigrants get on their feet. We also discuss how employees at one well-known bank had to work alongside a dead woman. We talk about bizarre lawsuits. And, of course, we have our Dope Thought and a new artist for you to stream.…
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The Problem with Erik | Update: Judge Orders a New Trial
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After the verdict in the Erik Maund murder-for-hire trial, this bizarre story finally seemed to have reached an end: Maund and his co-defendants all faced mandatory life in prison. But this week, some surprising news came from the federal court in Nashville: Erik Maund may be getting a new trial.By Texas Monthly
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The librarian answers the Crime Club telephone, the signature opening for this program, then shares the story of a house that was divided by fear. A big spooky mansion, a…By Keith Heltsley
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23: SIMON WOODROFFE'S LIFEJACKETS -MOUNTAINEERING, SAILING, SPINAL TAP, THE CROWN, CLARKSON ON THE FARM, TOUCHING THE VOID, ACTION, MEDITATION, IAN DURY, FEEL THE FEAR AND DO IT ANYWAY
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Using his amazing powers of observation and knowledge of the human mind, Doc Danfield often helps the police. Today, he and his faithful secretary, Rusty, drive to a small desert…By Keith Heltsley
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Mr. and Mrs. North – Literary Murder. ep57, 440126
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A little too much guacamole on today's episode of "Obscure." Sometimes even delicious things can leave one feeling overstuffed: guacamole and, yes, even YOUNG LOVE! Clyde and Roberta are at a real crossroads. How are they possibly going to keep their trysting without a new location in which to tryst? Roberta is movin' out! Support Obscure! Read Mic…
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Racist A.I.; Social Media Arrest; Lost in Space; Dope Thought; Goodbye to a Hip-Hop Legend Fatman Scoop
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In this episode, we will discuss how A.I. has racist tendencies, A Detroit man alerts the feds after his social media post, Astronauts are in forever land, Dope Thought, We celebrate the life of a hip-hop legend gone too soon.By 1025 Enterprises LLC
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Joe Friday works the Narcotics Detail when he interviews a suspect who shows the confused signs of someone who is strung out on drugs. Will the man crack, and inform…By Keith Heltsley
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Welcome to CHUCKYVISION, a podcast about the horror franchise Child's Play and the main character, Chucky the Good Guy Doll. Welcome to the specials post season 3 of Chucky where Mark and Dev look at assorted tat vaguely connected to Chucky! In this episode, Mark and Dev take a look at The Garbage Pail Kids Movie, which is widely regarded as one of…
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All week long, the football team has been preparing for the big game. A rival, and a bully from their past has just enrolled at Yale. Will he mean trouble…By Keith Heltsley
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A man writes to George with a problem. He has to commit a crime to keep from being in trouble. When he talks to George in person, it is a…By Keith Heltsley
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Katy Vine tells us about a new Texas true crime podcast you won't want to miss from our friends at Free Range called "The Unforgotten".By Texas Monthly
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In a penthouse apartment, a district attorney and a woman sit talking together. The high-profile murder has all the newspaper reporters and legal types buzzing, and we learn the details…By Keith Heltsley
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Some terrific snack talk at the start of today's episode, in which your host expounds on one of the finest confections, the traditional ice cream sandwich. Plus, ice cream makes a cameo in the story itself, as Clyde and Roberta plot their lies and deception. They are as cold-hearted as the desserts they consume! Support Obscure! Read Michael's subs…
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Get ready to expand your fall reading list with our carefully selected book recommendations. Grab your favorite fall beverage and settle in for an episode packed with books that have rich storytelling, emotional depth, and the perfect vibes for autumn. Happy reading! Emily's Fall Picks: Rabbit Hole by Kate Brody Blake Crouch's entire catalog (speci…
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Mr. and Mrs. North – No Vacation From Murder
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Remember Hot Fuzz? This movie set out to be the pinnacle of British cop flicks in 2007. Join Matt and Angel as they attempt to recall all the laughs and action from this 121 minute movie! Along the way Angel outlines the top 5 cop movies that must be referenced if Hot Fuzz were to come out today - can you guess those movies!? The discussion in this…
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At a big, swanky, New York party, a man and woman go off together for a quiet moment on their honeymoon. As the man goes to make a phone call…By Keith Heltsley
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Nero Wolfe – Deadly Sell Out. ep12, 510105
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A prize fighter could be involved with shady characters, and a payoff to take a dive. Which will win, his good sportsmanship, or the debt he owes and needs to…By Keith Heltsley
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Welcome to CHUCKYVISION, a podcast about the horror franchise Child's Play and the main character, Chucky the Good Guy Doll. Welcome to the specials post season 3 of Chucky where Mark and Dev look at assorted tat vaguely connected to Chucky! In this episode, Mark and Dev take a look at three short films featuring the Cabbage Patch Kids and have a g…
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Should teachers wear cameras? Booze & Free hair weave; Hip Hop star blame; Dope Thought; New music
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Should teachers be armed with body cameras? Atlanta businesses lose, and the public wins in massive evictions; Legendary Hip Hop artist says it's the media fault, Dope Thought; New Artist AlertBy 1025 Enterprises LLC
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Rogues Gallery – The Message. ep41, 460404
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Richard Rogue is on a quest to see an angel, and talks to a priest about it. His friend Mike has a kid who Rogue is trying to help. Mike…By Keith Heltsley
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A gent who seems to be of high-class caliber, Cecil, seeks the affections of a lady, Miss Chowmers. Is he a lady killer, or just a wolf? I think we…By Keith Heltsley
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Nick Carter – Murder In The Crypt. ep17, 430802
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Riley helps investigate a mystery at a museum exhibit of an Egyptian crypt. Not only is there a problem, but a body is soon uncovered that is a lot fresher…By Keith Heltsley
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The love between Clyde and Roberta continues to grow by leaps and bounds, but problems arise as the two lovebirds find themselves struggling to steal away a little time together. How to tryst!?! Such struggles, such raw emotion, such horniness! Plus, your humble host finds himself in a mediocre hotel in Columbus, OH for the purposes of performing a…
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Get this, and get it straight! Crime’s a suckers road, and those who travel it wind up in the gutter, prison, or the grave. A rare ruby is missing, and…By Keith Heltsley
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Philo Vance – Brotherly Murder Case. ep60, 490830
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22: Simon Woodroffe talks about being badly bullied, abused at boarding school aged 7. How self esteem, anger, bravado led to drink, drugs, loneliness. Then recovery via 12 Step Groups. Hope! Stage design ...
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Simon Woodroffe. OBE is an original Dragon on Dagon's Den and founder of the Yo Sushi restaurant chain. He believes in people doing things that are outside of their comfort zone. He talks about abandonment, being sent to boarding school aged seven, and being bullied and abused by the the Headmaster. The subsequent fear, low self esteem and anger he…
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Richard Diamond – Thomas Jason Case. ep36 491231
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A client, Thomas Jason, needs to hire Richard on a matter involving an inheritance. Should the man change his will? Richard agrees to visit Thomas and the family, but first…By Keith Heltsley
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He's a casino roaming, penthouse living, movie star dating, ruthless, fearless, WW2 double agent with a cycling-based codename. Meet the real-life inspiration for Ian Flemming's James Bond, Dušan Popov. Why was his codename 'Tricycle'? How did a champagne cork start a dancefloor brawl? Was it possible to sleep through the Blitz? How angry did he ma…
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As Tropical Storm Debby lashes the Jill Schwartz Memorial Library, Clyde and Roberta are drowning... in love! Plus, many references to the Rubicon, whirlpools, splashing around, and the dangers of getting in over your hand. A tryst is in the offing! It's a soaking wet episode of Obscure. Support Obscure! Read Michael's substack Follow Michael on Tw…
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Book Talk: All the Young Dudes, Recent Reads, and PR Dumpster Fires
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Travis, we gotta talk about it. Eternal disclaimer that we do not support JK Rowling in any way, and encourage partaking in only fanfiction and avoiding her altogether. ANYWAYS! When we tell you to, you can skip to 51:56 to miss all Marauders talk. Abigail has FINALLY read All the Young Dudes by the legendary MsKingBean89, and WE GOTTA TALK ABOUT I…
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Effie and Sam throw some 1940’s slang back and forth between them as they joke about being drunk, and Sam’s latest adventure. He has an appointment to meet with a…By Keith Heltsley
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Remember The Mummy? This action adventure film about finding an ancient city to find an ancient book and mistakenly awaken an ancient mummy came out in the ancient time of 1999! The story of how this movie was made is a decade in the making. Join Matt and Angel as they navigate this beloved film and they ask themselves, wait... did we see this befo…
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Sherlock Holmes – The Amateur Mendicant Society. ep170, 450402
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Audio is excellent. At a time in the evening when good married men are turning in, a young woman calls on Dr Watson to examine an injured man. Since the…By Keith Heltsley
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Whitehall1212 – The Case Of The Weed Eradication. ep00, 510000
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Pilot episode, written and directed by Willis Cooper, creator of Lights Out, Quiet Please, and others. Presents a series of cases based on real crimes, but fictionalized for radio. In the vane of other shows like Dragnet, or the Black Museum, the names have been changed, and the crimes are presented in a matter of fact style, and sometimes brutal r…
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Clyde is desperately trying to escape the borders of his own social strictures as he connives to engage Roberta in conversation and possibly even... CANOODLING! Plus, your host finally reveals his current Taco Bell order! ALSO: He reveals his new job, but says this with all humility: please do not post this information because - to his surprise - i…
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When an artist reports a theft of his paintings, Johnny Dollar heads to town to see what he can do about covering the losses to his insurance company. After checking…By Keith Heltsley
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Sonya Massey Updates; Pizza Scuffle; Boeing Space People; Dope Thought; New Music
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In this episode, we discuss the latest happenings with the Sonya Massey case. We fill you in on the Boeing workers trapped in outer space. Have you ever wanted pizza so severely that you were willing to go to jail?; Swim through a new artist and Dope Thought.By 1025 Enterprises LLC
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In previous episodes that are lost to history, there have been murders in cabin 15 on a cruise ship. Is it haunted? Is there something else behind the deaths? That…By Keith Heltsley
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Fitting Punishment - Tales from the Crypt S2E12
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Welcome to CHUCKYVISION, a podcast about the horror franchise Child's Play and the main character, Chucky the Good Guy Doll. Welcome to the monthly specials post season 3 of Chucky where Mark and Dev look at assorted tat vaguely connected to Chucky! In the second of a two part special we look at a gruesome twosome of episodes from the classic antho…
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The report of a shooting gets the police into motion at the 21st Precinct. Captain Frank Canelli is in charge, and on hand to tells us the flow of events.…By Keith Heltsley
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Clyde and Roberta are about to do the deed (share a canoe). After months of distant lustery, the two have found themselves in the same place at the same time, out on the water of a public park. Plus, a memory of the comedian Kevin Meany, as well as a explanation of the military term "pink mist." This episode has it all! Support Obscure! Read Michae…
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