Best Jane Francis Podcasts (2024)

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3: When scientists talk about the climate | Prof Jane Francis, Dr Emma Boland & Dr Ella Gilbert 34:55

18d ago34:55

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Story or statistics? Urgency or alarmism? Top line or deep dive? Three climate scientists talk about the state of climate science in the media, and what they've learned about communicating about climate change to the general public. Tom Sheldon from the Science Media Centre speaks to BAS' Professor Dame Jane Francis, Dr Emma Boland and Dr Ella Gilb…

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Ep. 109 The Dread Pirate Sir Francis Bryan: The Vicar of Hell 59:39

12m ago59:39

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Today we discuss the Chief Gentleman of the Privy Chamber, the Vicar of Hell, and the pirate (but not that kind) Sir Francis Bryan. Also hear Emily's thoughts on the recently canceled My Lady Jane and learn what happened to all the Dukes in the Tudor times. Plus we have a sneak peak into our next topic. Want to ask us a question or give an episode …

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166. The Lewiston Shooting Report: So Many Red Flags 1:59:21

1h ago1:59:21

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We take a look at the official report on the Lewiston, Maine, Oct. 24, 2023, shooting, that killed 18 people, and injured many more. The report, released on Aug. 20 by a governor’s commission set up to look at the shooting spent nine months investigating, and it goes step by step through the months that led up to the tragedy, and the many missed op…

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Agent 00 3some - Dušan Popov 1941 27:12

7h ago27:12

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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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Witness the Fragility of the World Through the Lens of War 1:05:37

8h ago1:05:37

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Summary Martin Patience, a foreign correspondent for BBC, shares his experiences and insights on reporting from conflict zones such as Jerusalem, Gaza, Syria, and Iran. He discusses his journey into journalism, the challenges and risks of reporting in dangerous environments, and the importance of understanding different perspectives in conflict sit…

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165. Who is really the a-hole II 1:25:55

8d ago1:25:55

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Back by popular demand! Am I the asshole? Asks the guy who’s pissed because his wife wrote a “secret book” that netted a book deal. The woman who yelled at her boyfriend because he thought that it was emasculating to him that she talks to her cat. The guy who’s divorcing his wife because her psychic friend told her that he was having an affair, whi…

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From Police Academy to Patrol Officer Solving the Unsolved: The Backpacker Murders 1:25:04

6d ago1:25:04

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In this episode of Cold Red, Ray and Fitz interview Kris Illingsworth, a retired police officer from New South Wales, Australia. She shares her background and journey into law enforcement, including her time at the police academy and her experience as a patrol officer. She also discusses her involvement in a serial murder investigation and her inte…

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I am the God of Hellfire!!! - Sir Francis Dashwood 1760 27:33

6d ago27:33

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Flagellation, Blasphemy, Drunkenness, Promiscuity and Impersonating the King of Sweden, with the legendary leader of the most famous Hellfire Club...Sir Francis Dashwood. How convivial was he? Why did he hate cats? What is 'Erotic Shrubbery ? How many drinking clubs can one man form? All these questions and 30 minutes more can be found in episode 4…

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164. Three Dead in Portland Part 2 1:24:12

8d ago1:24:12

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Rebecca picks up the story with Sabato Raia’s trial. Will his self-defense strategy for shooting Nick Patenaude, Dana Matthews and Kevin Pinette pass jury scrutiny? Maureen gives NNW treatment to the Amazon Prime doc series “Debi Marshal Investigates: Frozen Lies.” Also, Maureen gives the NNW treatment to the Netflix doc How to Rob a Bank. Looking …

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The Long Road to Justice/ Reopening Cold Cases The Role of Yolanda McClary in Identifying the Jane Doe 1:16:38

21d ago1:16:38

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Chris McMullen, a former police officer, shares his experiences in law enforcement, including his time with the Philadelphia Police Department and the Bucks County Sheriff's Department. He discusses his transition from a small beach town to a large city, the challenges of going through police academies, and the differences between working in a big …

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Mysticism in Ordinary Life: A Conversation with Sr. Jane Remson, O. Carm 26:55

16d ago26:55

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This episode features Sr. Jane Remson, a member of the Congregation of Our Lady of Mount Carmel. Sr. Jane grew up in a unique New Orleans Catholic community during the 1940s, and discerned her call to religious life straight out of high school. Passionate about the care and concern for all of God’s creation, she has dedicated her ministry to develo…

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Every Voice Being Heard: A Conversation with Sr. Maura O’Donovan, CHF 24:24

16d ago24:24

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This episode features Sr. Maura O’Donovan, who has been a Sister of the Holy Faith since 1962. Sr. Maura moved from Ireland to the United States during the 1990s and currently resides in New Orleans. Her ministry has been dedicated to advocacy for marginalized communities, including immigrants who have been detained. She helped to found and was cha…

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A Song in Her Heart: A Conversation with Sr. Julie Glaeser, OSC 24:42

17d ago24:42

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This episode features Sr. Julie Glaeser, who has been a Sister of the Order of Saint Clare since 2011. Prior to becoming a Poor Clare, the Holy Spirit was guiding her towards religious life throughout her experiences. For twenty-eight years, she was a part of the Secular Fransican Order which had a relationship to the local Poor Clare monastery. Si…

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To Serve and Protect: A Conversation with Sr. Maureen O’Connell, OP 26:19

25d ago26:19

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This episode features Sr. Maureen O’Connell, an Adrian Dominican, who currently serves as the Director of Secretariat of Social Concerns for the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston. Through her diverse life and vocational experiences as a teacher, police officer, social worker, and religious sister, Sr. Maureen continues to impact the lives of many. H…

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Beauty, Dignity, and Mystery: A Conversation with Sr. Lilianne Flavin, OP 24:42

19d ago24:42

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This episode features Sr. Lilianne Flavin, a Dominican Sister of Cabra, from County Waterford, Ireland. Sr. Lilianne speaks of the extraordinary plans of God which led her from teaching in her home country to ministry in Louisiana. She has served at Hope House teaching adult learners for three decades and accompanies incarcerated women as a spiritu…

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The Courage to Love: A Conversation with Sr. Seyram Mary Adzokpa, SSF 19:37

19d ago19:37

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This episode features Sr. Seyram Mary Adzokpa, who is originally from Ghana. At 30-years-old, she is currently the youngest Sister of the Holy Family. Her congregation is an African-American religious order that was founded by a free woman of color, Henriette DeLille, in the 19th century. As a novice, she continues to use her gift of nursing to car…

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Welcome to the Devil's Club - Philip Duke of Wharton 1723 24:43

29d ago24:43

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“A harmless bit of blasphemy and dressing up" from the chairman of the very FIRST Hell Fire Club - Philip Duke of Wharton. He should support the establishment, but instead he makes fun of it. Discover the debauched history of - arguably- England’s very first Hellfire Club. What is 'Holy Ghost Pie'? Who gives a bear cub as a gift? Why did Alexander …

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163. Three dead in Portland, Part 1 1:42:23

1M ago1:42:23

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On a hot June night in 1997, a dispute between Portland, Maine, bar owner Sabato Raia and three acquaintances – Nick Patenaude, Dana Matthews and Kevin Pinette – ended with the three men lying dead in the street in front of Raia’s apartment house. They’d all been shot in the head. Self-defense? Or just a pissed off guy with a gun? In Part 1, Rebecc…

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Annunciations and Incarnations: A Conversation with Sr. Helen Prejean, CSJ 25:51

21d ago25:51

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This episode features Sr. Helen Prejean, a Sister of the Congregation of St. Joseph, and the author of Dead Man Walking, River of Fire, and The Death of Innocence. She is well-known for her ministry through which she has advocated tirelessly for the life and dignity of the human person. Sr. Helen shares her call to the sisterhood, and the personal …

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A Rainy Day Holy Card: A Conversation with Sr. Judy Gomila, MSC 22:29

30d ago22:29

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This episode features Sr. Judy Gomila, a Marianite Sister of the Holy Cross and native of New Orleans. Sr. Judy has served in various ministries. Notably, she was the first woman appointed to the National Board of the Pontifical Mission Societies in the early 2000s. She explains how, as a missionary sister, she continues to find God in all places—w…

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The Thrills and Challenges of Patrol The Prevalence of Drugs and Crime in Prisons 1:33:55

25d ago1:33:55

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Doug Fifer, a retired Alaskan police officer, shares his experiences growing up in Alaska and his career in law enforcement. He discusses his decision to join the police force after a positive interaction with a Maryland state trooper as a child. Doug talks about his time as a patrol officer and his passion for hostage negotiation. He shares a uniq…

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The Attempted Assassination of Donald Trump: A Critical Analysis 41:53

29d ago41:53

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In this episode of Cold Red, Ray Carr and Jim Fitz Fitzgerald interview Dan Sullivan, a retired Secret Service agent, about the attempted assassination of Donald Trump during his presidential campaign. They discuss Dan's background in the Marine Corps and his rise through the ranks of the Secret Service. They also delve into the process of protecti…

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Ex NFL Players Turns Into Serial Killer | Cold Red Invites Francie Hakes 1:13:22

1M ago1:13:22

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in this episode of Cold Red, Ray Carr and Fitz interview Francie Hakes, a former federal prosecutor aIn this episode of Cold Red, Ray Carr and Fitz interview Francie Hakes, a former federal prosecutor and child protection consultant. They discuss her recent speaking engagement at the Young Women's Leadership Summit in San Antonio and her breakout s…

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Drunk in Charge of an Enormous Penis - Grigori Rasputin 1915 21:53

1M ago21:53

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Grigori Rasputin, everyone's favourite irresistible, indestructible, mad monk is having a night on the town in Moscow. He's a controversial, mystic, healer and holy man but the Romanov family love him so he can get up to all sorts of rude, vodka fuelled high jinks. Why did Tsarina Alexandra like him so much? Why did Tsar Nicholas II dislike him? Wa…

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2: When extreme weather goes to extreme places | Dr Louise Sime and Dr Tom Bracegirdle 20:24

2M ago20:24

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It's summer 2022, and an area of East Antarctica is over 38.5°C warmer than it should be. The mercury has risen to a chilly -10°C... but it should be -50°C. It's the most extreme temperature event ever recorded, and we now know this was caused by global warming. The increase in extreme weather events is the erratic, sharp end of climate change. But…

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162. Francis Drake and the West Coast: mystery, hoaxes & lies 1:32:36

2M ago1:32:36

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How did a simmering lead-up to war between England and Spain, a 16th-century government coverup, fake news about piracy, a likely hoax by a college professor, dismissal of indigenous culture, early American white Christian nationalism and misogyny (of course) influence California history and short- change Oregon? Our sister Liz, the college profess…

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Dead Exciting - George Selwyn 1757 18:52

2M ago18:52

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A necrophiliac in Paris! Join 18th-century England's most deviant politician ( and that's saying something) on a fun-packed mini-break to the French capital. With wit, cross-dresser and execution enthusiast George Selwyn. Who was Robert Damiens? How many horses does it take to pull a man apart? Why did Georgian high society pay good money to sit in…

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161. Was Patricia Wing’s murder ever solved? 2:20:34

2M ago2:20:34

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When Everett Savage staggered out of the woods of Fairfield, Maine, on a June day in 1958, the Augusta businessman had been missing for two days and had quite a story to tell. But it took a while for him to get to the lead – that mother of five Patricia Wing, who’d also been missing for two days, from her Oakland home, was dead in the backseat of h…

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Cold Red Season Finale 1:20:21

2M ago1:20:21

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In this episode of Cold Red, Ray Carr and Fitz discuss their thoughts on how the FBI is portrayed in movies and television shows. They mention that some shows depict FBI agents as superheroes who never make mistakes, while others portray them as complete assholes. They also discuss the importance of accuracy in portraying FBI protocols and policies…

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Your Money or Your Wife - Claude Duval 1670 18:46

3M ago18:46

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High fashion meets highway robbery with the 17th century's most lusted-after gentleman thief, Claude Duval. It's a flamboyantly dressed tale of rampant flirting, lewd piccolo playing and an appalling French accent. Why was France full of posh Englishmen in the 1650s? How many masked women can visit one man's prison cell? Can you dance provocatively…

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160. What made Stephen Marshall kill?

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In the early morning hours of Easter in 2006, Joseph Gray was shot through the window of his living room in Milo, Maine. Several hours later, William Elliott was shot when he answered the door of his home in Corinth, Maine. What drove Stephen Marshall to kill two men he never met? The question spurred much bigger questions in Maine and beyond about…

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Cold Red Welcomes Mind Over Murder Podcast Part 2 58:22

3M ago58:22

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Ray and Fitz welcome the host of the Mind Over Murder podcast. The ”Mind Over Murder” podcast focuses on true crime, with a particular emphasis on advocacy for victims. The show is known for its detailed exploration of the Colonial Parkway Murders, a series of unsolved homicides that occurred in Virginia between 1986 and 1989, which claimed the liv…

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ErotoManiac - Henry Spencer Ashbee 1901 29:54

3M ago29:54

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In an extra rude episode, meet 19th-century England's most prolific and energetic smut collector. Henry Spencer Ashbee. Listener discretion is advised - Those Victorians could be spicy! Just how much X-rated material could one gentleman collect? Who were his famous friends? Did he go blind? Was he the mysterious author of erotic classic "My Secret …

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S2E16 - Season 2 Finale - An Interview with Kevin Spirtas 1:10:44

3M ago1:10:44

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We've come to the end of Season 2! They discuss the ups and downs of Season 2 while, of course, reviewing some of he latest movies and television shows. Alan and Joey had been invited to the cast & crew screening of "After Forever", the Prime Video series now airing its third and final season and decided to have as their final guest, actor Kevin Sp…

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Cold Red Welcomes Mind Over Murder Podcast 53:01

3M ago53:01

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Ray and Fitz welcome the host of the Mind Over Murder podcast. The ”Mind Over Murder” podcast focuses on true crime, with a particular emphasis on advocacy for victims. The show is known for its detailed exploration of the Colonial Parkway Murders, a series of unsolved homicides that occurred in Virginia between 1986 and 1989, which claimed the liv…

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You Dirty Old Man - William Douglas, 4th Duke of Queensberry 1808 23:10

3M ago23:10

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Find out why 69 is just a number to Regency England's most rampant geriatric - William Douglas, 4th Duke of Queensberry, 'Old Q'. It's a heart warming tale of hot chocolate, comfy blankets, early nights and Greek-themed orgies. How does a man in his 80s 'please' the ladies? How fast can you drive a carriage? Why should you never accept a milkshake …

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159. Lori Jane Kearsey mystery partially solved after 41 years 1:09:00

4M ago1:09:00

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Many members of Lori Jane Kearsey’s family didn’t consider her lost, even though they hadn’t heard from her since November 1983. But the 21-year-old left behind a daughter when she “joined the witness protection program” eight months after marrying into the powerful Massachusetts Angiulo crime family. It turns out that there was much more to her go…

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Ep. 108 G'day, Katherine Willoughby 1:04:14

4M ago1:04:14

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Today we get to talk about the Duchess of Suffolk herself, Katherine Willoughby! (not to be confused with a wallaby) Also hear Emily give her thoughts on her recent viewings of different Tudor related shows. Want to ask us a question or give an episode topic suggestion? Follow us on our social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube TikTok Gmail…

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158. Kenneth Eugene Smith: Troublesome justice 1:53:24

4M ago1:53:24

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There’s no doubt that Kenneth Eugene Smith, along with another man, killed Elizabeth Sennett in Alabama in 1988, a murder paid for by her husband, Charles Sennett. But the long road to Smith’s execution, which took place in January 2024 by a new method, nitrogen hypoxia, raises troubling questions about the death penalty, how it’s administered and …

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Sodomy Seems To Be The Hardest Word - Tomas de Torquemada 1492 17:53

4M ago17:53

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No one expects the 15th century's biggest party pooper, Tomas de Torquemada and the Spanish Inquisition. It’s a tortuous tale of a controversial historical figure, religious persecution, the Catholic Church, heretics, the Dominican Order and the Spanish monarchy. But I’ve tried to keep it lighthearted. What should you do if you see someone wearing …

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Biker Gangs & Violent Crimes - Cold Red sit with Greg Auld Part 1 24:27

4M ago24:27

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In this episode of Code Red, former FBI agent Greg Ault shares his experiences investigating violent crime and outlaw motorcycle gangs. Greg grew up in a tight-knit Irish Catholic neighborhood in Pennsylvania and joined the FBI after being encouraged by a friend’s father who was an FBI agent. He started his career in the Philadelphia office and lat…

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Dave MacNeil Remembers the Boston Marathon Bombings 1:15:27

5M ago1:15:27

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In this episode of Cold Red, host Ray Carr interviews Dave MacNeil, a retired police detective with over 37 years of experience. They discuss Dave’s background, his early years in law enforcement, changes in the police department, working background investigations, recruiting, police academy training, and his interest in forensics. In this part of …

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Teenage Rampage - William Hickey 1768 20:19

4M ago20:19

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Take a walk on the very wild side in 18th century London with teenage "Lad About Town," William Hickey. There's sex, booze, fighting and disrespecting of elders - what's the youth of yesterday coming to? It’s a nostalgic rose-tinted saunter through the taverns and brothels of Georgian England with a young man who would become famous for his diaries…

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Nicole Hutchinson-Moore shares her background and the events that led to her incarceration 1:22:45

4M ago1:22:45

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COLD RED – A true crime podcast series hosted by two of the most well respected criminal profilers in law enforcement history. Ride along with Ray and Fitz as they dive into various cold cases, innocence projects, and some of their classic, high profile, international cases. Raymond Carr https://raymondjcarr.com Ray joined the FBI following college…

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1: The mystery of the missing Antarctic sea ice | Dr Ella Gilbert 14:50

5M ago14:50

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2023 set new, dramatic temperature records - and Earth’s frozen places are feeling the heat. Picture the problem: it’s August 2023, the depths of Antarctic Winter, and there’s an area of missing Antarctic sea ice bigger than Greenland. Just 8 years ago, the area of Antarctic sea ice was actually growing each year. Then something changed. Climate sc…

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Ep. 107 Slippery Dick: Richard Rich Continued 1:22:34

5M ago1:22:34

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WE'RE BACK! The dark version of Forrest Gump was named Richard Rich. We discuss this man's insane escapades in Henry VIII's court, trying to figure out what he actually cared about and whether he had any real religious beliefs. Find on Facebook, Twitter @tudorknowher, and InstagramBy Emily Simpson and Garrett Kaser

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Filming, Floating & F*****g Around! - Errol Flynn & David Niven 1936 18:06

5M ago18:06

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After a bit of a break, Rogues Gallery Uncovered returns. Join Hollywood's most misbehaved duo, David Niven and Errol Flynn, as they water ski and roister through the 1930s - leaving a trail of broken hearts and heads in their wake. It’s a swashbuckling romp through The Golden Age of Hollywood as these two movie legends stretch the bonds of their f…

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157. Who is really the a-hole? 1:19:31

5M ago1:19:31

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We explore the age-old question, “Am I the asshole?” with situations curated by Rebecca from the sub-Reddit world. Maureen also does an NNW on the Max docuseries Onision In Real Life. Enjoy!By maureenmilliken

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Tim Clemente shares his experiences in law Enforcement and Hollywood with Cold Red 1:24:34

5M ago1:24:34

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In this episode, Tim Clemente, a former FBI agent, shares his experiences working in law enforcement, including his time in the St. Louis Metro PD and the FBI. He discusses the challenges of working in a violent district and shares a memorable case from his time in St. Louis. Tim also talks about his undercover work in South America and his involve…

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156. Charles Terry, Shirley Coolen, and the Boston Strangler 1:50:18

5M ago1:50:18

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Charles Terry wasn’t a good guy, especially when it came to women. He liked to beat, rape and strangle them. He was convicted for several attacks and just out of prison in 1951 when Shirley Coolen, a Brunswick, Maine, single mother was found dead, strangled in a yard on the town’s fancy Park Row. But did he do it? And how about the Boston Strangler…

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