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This is a story about a woman who came to be known as The Horse Queen. She owned hundreds of champion quarter horses on her ranch outside the small city of Dixon, Illinois. And she was also Dixon’s treasurer/comptroller. Yet no one ever thought to ask how she could afford all of those horses on the salary of a civil servant… until the FBI raided City Hall in 2012 and Rita was arrested. For twenty years, Rita Crundwell worked hard to become the world’s largest and most successful quarter hors ...
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THE LEMONTINI LIFE is a podcast for women inspiring women! Hosted by award-winning TV news anchor/reporter turned TV/Film & Commercial Actor, Entrepreneur and Master Certified Coach, Katrina Hagger Smith. Tune in each week for a shot of inspiration and intimate conversations with women who have had their fair share of life's bitter lemons and decided to turn them into something sweet! So, if you're ready to show up for yourself and create a life, career and business you love, you don't want ...
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In 1978, Pope John Paul I was found dead in his bed just 33 days after he was elected. The official story is that he suffered a fatal heart attack. But in the years since his death, some have claimed he was murdered to cover up crimes in the Vatican. The question of the Pope’s murder has never been definitively answered, but there is one man who cl…
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On March 2, 2018, an anonymous and deadly package bomb detonated on the doorstep of a home in Austin, Texas. Soon after - another was discovered, and another—each one a little more sophisticated than the last, and each target seemingly more and more random. Confusion and panic set in across the city - who was this elusive serial bomber? Why were th…
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Step into the world of Kerry Scanlon, a fearless solo traveler checking off every adventurous destination on her wanderlust fueled bucket list. Her ultimate goal is to explore all 50 beautiful states! In this interview, Kerry shares her solo travel experiences, lessons she's learned on the road, and the incredible stories she's collected from every…
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Years after Rita’s arrest, the people of Dixon gather in the town’s historic movie theater to watch a documentary about Rita’s crime. Then they hear that Rita may be coming home early. Unlock all episodes of Crooked City: Dixon, IL, ad-free, right now by subscribing to The Binge. Plus, get binge access to brand new stories dropping on the first of …
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How far would you go to save the world from itself? Dr. Eugene Mallove believed that a new form of world-changing free energy — cold fusion — was just around the corner. Even when his work was pushed to the fringes, he dreamed of a brighter future. But before Dr. Mallove could usher in that future, he was found dead in the driveway of his childhood…
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Dixon wants its money back… so they sue the accounting firm that did the city’s annual audits. Mayor Burke decides not to run for a fifth term. Unlock all episodes of Crooked City: Dixon, IL, ad-free, right now by subscribing to The Binge. Plus, get binge access to brand new stories dropping on the first of every month — that’s all episodes, all at…
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You may know her as the former ex-fiancé to NBA star Lamar Odom, but Sabrina Parr of Get Up To Parr Fitness is so much more than that! From being incarcerated to growing her own fitness & lifestyle empire, Sabrina Parr knows all too well about the seasons of change in life and business. Sit back and enjoy my interview with former ESPN radio host, 5…
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On her ranch in Dixon, US Marshals auction off hundreds of Rita’s horses. Leonard and Leigh Berryhill want to buy Good I Will Be. Unlock all episodes of Crooked City: Dixon, IL, ad-free, right now by subscribing to The Binge. Plus, get binge access to brand new stories dropping on the first of every month — that’s all episodes, all at once, all ad-…
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Rita Crundwell’s 30-year crime spree comes to an end and Dixon finds out just how much she stole. As the city blames its beloved mayor, Jim Burke struggles to pick up the pieces. Unlock all episodes of Crooked City: Dixon, IL, ad-free, right now by subscribing to The Binge. Plus, get binge access to brand new stories dropping on the first of every …
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October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month and in this episode my guest is Rita Smith, a nationally recognized expert in domestic violence. Rita has been interviewed by hundreds of newspaper reporters and have appeared on many news platforms including People Magazine, NPR, The Washington Post, USA Today, Good Morning America and The Opra…
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From growing up in foster care to coaching entrepreneurs and executive leaders on creating the perfect work/life balance, Victoria Freeman has cracked the code to raising confident, high achieving kids with her non-traditional approach to parenting. Join us in this inspiring interview as Victoria shares her journey through the foster care system an…
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The Dixon City Clerk stumbles across a secret bank account. Mayor Jim Burke calls the Feds. Unlock all episodes of Crooked City: Dixon, IL, ad-free, right now by subscribing to The Binge. Plus, get binge access to brand new stories dropping on the first of every month — that’s all episodes, all at once, all ad-free. Just click ‘Subscribe’ on the to…
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Welcome to Horse World, where Rita Crundwell reigns as queen. She hires Leonard and Leigh Berryhill to train her prized stallion, Good I Will Be. Unlock all episodes of Crooked City: Dixon, IL, ad-free, right now by subscribing to The Binge. Plus, get binge access to brand new stories dropping on the first of every month — that’s all episodes, all …
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Who is Rita Crundwell? Alexa journeys to Dixon to find out. Unlock all episodes of Crooked City: Dixon, IL, ad-free, right now by subscribing to The Binge. Plus, get binge access to brand new stories dropping on the first of every month — that’s all episodes, all at once, all ad-free. Just click ‘Subscribe’ on the top of the Crooked City show page …
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It’s 1950 and the neighborly people of Dixon gather in their historic theater to watch a movie starring their hometown hero: Ronald Reagan. But this podcast is not about Ronald Reagan… It’s about the largest municipal fraud in US history. Unlock all episodes of Crooked City: Dixon, IL, ad-free, right now by subscribing to The Binge. Plus, get binge…
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This is a story about a woman who came to be known as The Horse Queen. She owned hundreds of champion quarter horses on her ranch outside the small city of Dixon, Illinois. And she was also Dixon’s treasurer/comptroller. Yet no one ever thought to ask how she could afford all of those horses on the salary of a civil servant… until the FBI raided Ci…
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Are you ready to escape your unfulfilling job? Do you hate Mondays or have you recently been laid off work? Meet my next guest, Susie Q! When she found herself unfulfilled in her 16 year corporate career, she developed a blueprint to escape her toxic J-O-B and has never looked back. Through her podcast, Reinvention Warrior, she teaches high achievi…
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Get ready to be inspired by today’s guest Tina Wilson, celebrity fitness trainer, accomplished nutritionist, and the courageous author behind the heart-warming book, "It Happened to Me: Behind the Smile, The Hurts, The Pains, and God’s Hands of Protection.” In today’s episode, Tina shares her secrets to physical and emotional well-being, her insigh…
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In today’s episode of THE LEMONTINI LIFE Podcast I am chatting with the beautiful Elizabeth Correia! Elizabeth is a Transformational Speaker, Author and Coach and Founder of 'her PURPOSE & Co' Women's Network; a women’s platform for personal growth and lifestyle design. Elizabeth empowers women to uncover their true potential through personal devel…
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My guest today is Coach Keisha King! Coach Keisha is passionate about empowering woman to love themselves first and prioritize proper healing so they can attract healthy, loving relationships. Her ultimate goal and purpose in life is to help as many hurting women as possible, heal before loving again, and walk alongside them while navigating throug…
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At the tender age of 19, Chaka Jackson was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes and her life took an unexpected turn. However, instead of letting this condition define her, she chose to rise above it and embrace a path of resilience and compassion. After her diagnosis and lacking the education she needed to learn more about Diabetes, Chaka founded Diabet…
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I love WHERE ARE THEY NOW stories, and in case you’ve been wondering where Madelyne Woods, the iconic BET Television Personality from the 90’s is, look no further. During the 90s, Madelyne had a notable presence on BET, where she served as an anchor for BET News Briefs and showcased her talent in hosting a range of news and celebrity interview prog…
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Get ready for an exciting interview w/ self-taught fashion designer Coryn Monét of The Envysaje Brand. In this episode we discuss how Coryn leveraged YouTube to learn how to sew which lead her to launching her dream business that has now expanded into a men’s clothing line and beauty brand. So, sit back and be inspired by a millennial who’s redefin…
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Former TV News Anchor, Darieth Chisolm was no stranger to the scrutiny that came with living life in the public eye. But when her jilted ex-boyfriend nonconsensually published a website containing nude photos of her he had been secretly taking, attempting to use it as leverage for manipulation and blackmail, Darieth found herself unwillingly at the…
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Creating memories you don't forget tomorrow is what Hayley Harris & Jamie Lynn George have made their business. In today's episode we discuss what lead them to start living a sober lifestyle in their 20's and launch their ubercool business, Like A Virgin Sober Bar. Their 70's themed events have included pop-up shops w/ mouthwatering mocktails to al…
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Welcome to The Lemontini Life Podcast! I'm your host Katrina Hagger Smith. In this episode I introduce myself and tell you what you can expect to hear on the podcast. Each week I will bring you a new episode and from time to time may even throw in a bonus episode for the week. I'm so excited to be on this journey with you. So, sit back, grab your f…
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Today on the show I'm talking with Mignon Francois, Owner of The Cupcake Collection; who used her last $5....the only money she had leftover to feed her family and turned it into a $10 Million Dollar Cupcake Empire. Drowning in debt, raising six children and hitting roadblock after roadblock, Mignon decided it was time to take a chance on herself w…
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Sam investigates a mysterious theory called the green light, before infiltrating Jeff’s pot farm and searching for meaning on top of the mountain. Subscribe to The Binge to get all episodes of Crooked City, ad-free right now. Click ‘Subscribe’ at the top of the Crooked City show page on Apple Podcasts or visit GetTheBinge.com to get access wherever…
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Sam goes through the evidence with Detective Matt Croskey and separates the truth from the lies. But there’s one question even Croskey can’t solve. Subscribe to The Binge to get all episodes of Crooked City: The Emerald Triangle ad-free right now. Click ‘Subscribe’ at the top of the Crooked City show page on Apple Podcasts or visit GetTheBinge.com …
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Two of the men who went to jail for Jeff’s death, Jesse Wells and Gary “Cricket” Blank, tell their side of the story. And it’s not looking good for Zach. Subscribe to The Binge to get all episodes of Crooked City, ad-free right now. Click ‘Subscribe’ at the top of the Crooked City show page on Apple Podcasts or visit GetTheBinge.com to get access w…
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Two of Jeff’s former workers describe the conditions on his pot farm, painting a dire portrait of acid, paranoia, and mayhem. Subscribe to The Binge to get all episodes of Crooked City, ad-free right now. Click ‘Subscribe’ at the top of the Crooked City show page on Apple Podcasts or visit GetTheBinge.com to get access wherever you get your podcast…
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Sam pays a visit to the Settler family in Texas, and investigates the background of Michael Kane, one of the key suspects. Subscribe to The Binge to get all episodes of Crooked City, ad-free right now. Click ‘Subscribe’ at the top of the Crooked City show page on Apple Podcasts or visit GetTheBinge.com to get access wherever you get your podcasts. …
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Fueled by anger, alcohol, and acid, the trimmers hatch their plot. Zach takes the cops to the scene of the crime and reveals who killed Jeff Settler. Subscribe to The Binge to get all episodes of Crooked City, ad-free right now. Click ‘Subscribe’ at the top of the Crooked City show page on Apple Podcasts or visit GetTheBinge.com to get access where…
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Sam discovers a cache of original law enforcement tapes that promise to blow the case wide open. But when all the suspects point the finger at each other, it becomes unclear who to trust. Subscribe to The Binge to get all episodes of Crooked City, ad-free right now. Click ‘Subscribe’ at the top of the Crooked City show page on Apple Podcasts or vis…
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Sam begins his investigation in the small California town where the murder happened. He falls in with an old friend of the victim, who takes him on a wild drug-fueled ride through outlaw country. Subscribe to The Binge to get all episodes of Crooked City, ad-free right now. Click ‘Subscribe’ at the top of the Crooked City show page on Apple Podcast…
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Reporter Sam Anderson moves back in with his parents in the suburbs of New Jersey to discover that a kid he grew up with is accused of a horrific murder. But all his friends say he’s innocent. Sam sets out to find the truth. Subscribe to The Binge to get all episodes of Crooked City, ad-free right now. Click ‘Subscribe’ at the top of the Crooked Ci…
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Deep in the forests of northern California, a man is found brutally murdered. Investigators set out to discover what happened. Subscribe to The Binge to get all episodes of Crooked City, ad-free right now. Click ‘Subscribe’ at the top of the Crooked City show page on Apple Podcasts or visit GetTheBinge.com to get access wherever you get your podcas…
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Jim Traficant faces expulsion in the House of Representatives. Will he stand firm, like a junkyard bulldog in the face of a hurricane? Subscribe to The Binge to get all episodes of Crooked City: Youngstown, OH ad-free right now. Click ‘try free’ at the top of the Crooked City: Youngstown, OH show page on Apple Podcasts to start your free trial or v…
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After the fall of the mob in Youngstown, the feds gather information to go after corrupt officials. Will they go after Congressman Traficant? Subscribe to The Binge to get all episodes of Crooked City: Youngstown, OH ad-free right now. Click ‘try free’ at the top of the Crooked City: Youngstown, OH show page on Apple Podcasts to start your free tri…
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A late-night tipster leads to the biggest mob dragnet in Youngstown history. Who will talk, and who will live by the code? Subscribe to The Binge to get all episodes of Crooked City: Youngstown, OH ad-free right now. Click ‘try free’ at the top of the Crooked City: Youngstown, OH show page on Apple Podcasts to start your free trial or visit GetTheB…
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A newly-elected county prosecutor threatens the mob’s way of life. Now, his life is in danger. Subscribe to The Binge to get all episodes of Crooked City: Youngstown, OH ad-free right now. Click ‘try free’ at the top of the Crooked City: Youngstown, OH show page on Apple Podcasts to start your free trial or visit GetTheBinge.com to get access where…
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Congressman Jim Traficant takes on a wayward cause: the fight to free a man convicted of being a notorious Nazi war criminal. Subscribe to The Binge to get all episodes of Crooked City: Youngstown, OH ad-free right now. Click ‘try free’ at the top of the Crooked City: Youngstown, OH show page on Apple Podcasts to start your free trial or visit GetT…
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Lenny Strollo runs the rackets in Youngstown, but not everyone wants to get in line. Subscribe to The Binge to get all episodes of Crooked City: Youngstown, OH ad-free right now. Click ‘try free’ at the top of the Crooked City: Youngstown, OH show page on Apple Podcasts to start your free trial or visit GetTheBinge.com to get access wherever you ge…
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Frankie Susany vows revenge on the man who almost killed him, Mark Batcho. But enemies soon become friends as Susany introduces Batcho to the mob. Subscribe to The Binge to get all episodes of Crooked City: Youngstown, OH ad-free right now. Click ‘try free’ at the top of the Crooked City: Youngstown, OH show page on Apple Podcasts to start your fre…
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When mob boss Jimmy Prato dies, a longstanding feud between his right hand, Joey Naples, and his nephew, Lenny Strollo, boils over. Only one can be the new boss. Subscribe to The Binge to get all episodes of Crooked City: Youngstown, OH ad-free right now. Click ‘try free’ at the top of the Crooked City: Youngstown, OH show page on Apple Podcasts to…
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Sheriff Jim Traficant is a local hero after he defeats the federal government in court. Now he plans to take the fight to Washington...as a U.S. Congressman. Subscribe to The Binge to get all episodes of Crooked City: Youngstown, OH ad-free right now. Click ‘try free’ at the top of the Crooked City: Youngstown, OH show page on Apple Podcasts to sta…
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Frank Susany is an up-and-coming thief, making his bones with mob boss Joey Naples…until he crosses paths with violent drug addict Mark Batcho. Subscribe to The Binge to get all episodes of Crooked City: Youngstown, OH ad-free right now. Click ‘try free’ at the top of the Crooked City: Youngstown, OH show page on Apple Podcasts to start your free t…
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Sheriff Jim Traficant defends himself in and out of court against the federal government. Will Youngstown set him free? Subscribe to The Binge to get all episodes of Crooked City: Youngstown, OH ad-free right now. Click ‘try free’ at the top of the Crooked City: Youngstown, OH show page on Apple Podcasts to start your free trial or visit GetTheBing…
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