Best Adira Podcasts (2024)

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Ex-Nazi Delivered from Hate, Psychosis, and Addiction | Ep. 55 1:07:40

6h ago1:07:40

1:07:40

In this shocking conversation, Pastor Sean Finch details the childhood trauma that led to decades of anxiety and extreme timidity. We discuss his unhealthy coping mechanisms (beginning with the alcoholism he developed at age 13), and the drugs, violence, psychosis, and eventual white supremacy that came to define his young life. So how did a drug-a…

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Bodily Autonomy, Reproductive Justice, and Tear Gas with Asha Hassan 42:44

4h ago42:44

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In this episode, Kirk and Amelia speak with Asha Hassan, MPH, a doctoral candidate at the University of Minnesota School of Public Health. Together, they discuss her recent work on the link between exposure to tear gas during the 2020 protests for racial justice and consequent reproductive health issues. Asha explores the lack of sufficient policy …

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How SEX Reflects the Gospel (Revisiting LGB+) | Ep. 54 1:38:01

10d ago1:38:01

1:38:01

Should we really believe what Scripture says about homosexuality? If you listened to the end of my most recent episode featuring gay (and openly sexually active) creator Melody Rachel, you know that MY answer is YES. Though I shared my own thoughts on that episode, I also wanted to share a few additional perspectives. To that end, I recently had th…

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Can You Have Gay Sex and Follow Jesus? | Ep. 53 57:45

23d ago57:45

57:45

This is a storytelling podcast, not a debate podcast, but there's a first time for everything! In this episode, I chat with YouTuber, podcaster, and performer Melody Rachel about homosexuality, holy Scripture, and why we disagree. Whether you agree with me, Melody, or neither, listen closely and think through your (possibly emotional) reaction! And…

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Medical-Legal Partnerships and Social Determinants of Health with Lynette Martins 48:50

26d ago48:50

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In this episode, Amelia and Kirk speak with Lynette Martins who is co-leader of the ASBH immigration affinity group with Dr. Brian Tuohy and a recent graduate from Georgetown Law’s O’Neill Institute in national and global health law. Ms. Martins highlights the importance of Medical-Legal Partnerships in identifying and addressing both direct and in…

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Surviving the Rwandan Genocide By Heeding God's Voice | Ep. 52 1:24:08

1M ago1:24:08

1:24:08

I chat with Rwandan genocide survivor, author, and human rights advocate Jeanne Celestine Lakin about the INSANE moves of God that preserved her life. We're talking real deal miracles like God telling her where to hide and shielding her from men with machetes… yeah. Jeanne shares all about her life pre- and post-genocide, the move to America, her o…

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The Antichrist and the War for Our Souls | Ep. 51 36:47

2M ago36:47

36:47

For years now, I've been watching brother-sister filmmaking duo Noah and Jenna Sue Bennett craft their forthcoming TV pilot ANTI. The pilot — which they produced alongside The Chosen's Justen Overlander — chronicles the life and temptations of the Antichrist. WHY the Antichrist?! In this episode, the Bennetts explain their motivations, and what the…

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MINI: A Word on Addiction and Sin Cycles (w/ Desirée Simone) | Ep. 50 15:22

2M ago15:22

15:22

I revisit my 2019 conversation with spoken word artist Desirée Simone and make a surprising confession about my own life. Connect with Desirée on Instagram or TikTok! Have thoughts about this episode or want to share a story of your own? Message Adira on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or send an email to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ThenGodMoved@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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From Satanic Worship + Heroin Addiction to Freedom in Christ | Ep. 49 1:20:52

2M ago1:20:52

1:20:52

I've received a number of interview pitches over the years, but this was one of the wildest I’ve ever read: “I started using drugs at 14 years old and began worshipping Satan shortly afterward. I eventually got to the point where I had a new sexual partner about every week, sold ounces of cocaine, used heroin and meth and a slew of other drugs dail…

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‘Real Housewives’ Star Gretchen Rossi on Spiritual Warfare, Media, and Miracles | Ep. 48 1:04:52

3M ago1:04:52

1:04:52

In 2008, Real Housewives of Orange County star Gretchen Rossi tragically lost her fiancé Jeff. The immensity of Gretchen's grief led her into a long season of anger toward God -- but as she shares in this interview, God could handle it. Not only was the Lord capable of sticking near to Gretchen in that season — He also had a redemptive plan. In thi…

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Racial Inequities, Shared Decision-Making, and Trauma-Informed Critical Care with Dr. Deepshikha Ashana 39:13

2M ago39:13

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In this episode, Kirk and Amelia speak with Dr. Deepshikha Ashana about her research on racial disparities present in shared decision-making practices in critical care. Dr. Ashana shares how her research interests were motivated by her personal observations of racial disparities, from her childhood in India, her experience moving to the US, and her…

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When a Transgender Person De-Transitions (Laura’s Story) | Ep. 47 1:01:07

3M ago1:01:07

1:01:07

Outspoken de-transitioner Laura Perry recounts the childhood sexual trauma that resulted in lifelong hyper-sexuality, pornography addiction, and persistent gender confusion. As you’ll hear, Laura went to great lengths to overcome her dysphoria, including a full mastectomy and hysterectomy. Yet, Laura’s mental battle raged on and on and on…until God…

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What is GODLY Ambition? An Ex-New Ager Answers | Ep. 46 33:48

3M ago33:48

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Having grown up with few financial means, Erica Hardy has long dreamed of making her own way. But since exchanging crystals and yoga for Jesus and prayer, Erica has undergone a massive heart and mind transformation... and with that has come a renewed vision of "success." So what is healthy, God-honoring ambition? And how does it differ from the amb…

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Nonprofit Healthcare, Virtue, and Mission with Dr. Mark Kuczewski 54:14

3M ago54:14

54:14

Amelia and Kirk chat with Dr. Mark Kuczewski, Professor of Medical Ethics at Loyola University, Chicago. In this episode, they discuss his recent article https://www.healthaffairs.org/content/forefront/nonprofit-health-care-behaves-badly-case-mission-leaders-ombudsmen in which Dr. Kuczewski elucidates the challenges nonprofit healthcare employees f…

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Jesus on Death Row: Story Time with a Prison Chaplain | Ep. 45 53:45

4M ago53:45

53:45

I had the pleasure of chatting with retired Pennsylvania prison chaplain Henry G. Covert, author of the celebrated book Ministry to the Incarcerated, which I first read in seminary! Before becoming a chaplain, Henry spent nearly two decades working as a police officer and detective…suffice it to say, he has a deep understanding of crime, punishment…

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Unplanned Pregnancy + The TRUTH About Purity (with Amy Ford) | Ep. 44 40:54

4M ago40:54

40:54

Years ago, teenager Amy Ford showed up at an abortion clinic with every intention of ending her pregnancy. But through an unexpected turn of events, she ended up keeping her baby AND encouraging thousands of other girls and women to do the same. In this interview, Amy revisits the emotional rollercoaster of her unplanned pregnancy, which was made e…

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Deliberative democracy, social justice and the Black Opticon: a discussion with Dr. Anita Allen 55:21

5M ago55:21

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Kirk and Amelia had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Anita L. Allen, the Henry R. Silverman Professor of Law and Professor of Philosophy at the University of Pennsylvania. In this episode, they discuss Dr. Allen’s experiences working on President Obama’s Presidential Commission for the Study of Bioethical Issues where she engaged in deliberative d…

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Depression, Temptation, and the Future of Film (with THE SHIFT's Brock Heasley) | Ep. 43 59:59

5M ago59:59

59:59

Does God still give people personal revelations? Can we actually trust a prophetic word? In this episode, science fiction filmmaker Brock Heasley RETURNS to Then God Moved to recount his decision to hold onto God’s promises, despite the enemy’s many lies. As you’ll hear, Brock’s faithfulness has been majorly rewarded. Not only is his film (which wa…

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Why Didn't God Stop My Molester? | Ep. 42 54:30

5M ago54:30

54:30

I sit down with my friend C.J. Caudle to discuss the tension between sin, free will, and divine providence. We discuss C.J.'s childhood trauma and resulting avoidant and self-isolating tendencies, the journey from baby-Christianity to mature godliness, and the radical power of forgiveness. GET A BONUS EPISODE! Leave a rating and review, then messag…

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Ep. 46 // The Head: An Unsolved Mystery 1:09:39

6M ago1:09:39

1:09:39

In today's episode we discuss a head that was found and the mystery behind it.By Touched By Crime

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Ep. 45 // Bootleggers & Backroads w/ Gary Mitchum Reeves pt. 2 // 39:34

6M ago39:34

39:34

This is the final episode of Bootleggers & Backroads w/ Gary Mitchum Reeves.By Touched By Crime

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Why Support Israel? A Palestinian Christian Responds | Ep. 41 1:10:41

6M ago1:10:41

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What is the Christlike response to the Israel and Palestine conflict – and why are so many Christians getting it wrong? To investigate this, I pick the brain of pastor, theologian, homiletics professor, and longtime missionary Alex Awad. Born in East Jerusalem in 1946, Professor Awad was two years old when the state of Israel arose. That same year,…

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Ep. 44 // Bootleggers & Backroads w/ Gary Mitchum Reeves pt. 1 // 32:51

6M ago32:51

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This is part 1 of Bootleggers & Backroads w/ Gary Mitchum Reeves.By Touched By Crime

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Ep. 43 // Adira James Pt. 2 // 38:07

6M ago38:07

38:07

If you would like to purchase Adira's book "What They Couldn't Take" please follow the link at this address: https://www.amazon.com/What-They-Couldnt-Take-Trafficking/dp/B09PW7LWTXBy Touched By Crime

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Ep. 42 // Adira James Pt. 1 // 33:13

6M ago33:13

33:13

If you would like to purchase Adira's book "What They Couldn't Take" please follow the link at this address: https://www.amazon.com/What-They-Couldnt-Take-Trafficking/dp/B09PW7LWTXBy Touched By Crime

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Ep. 41 // Upcoming Episodes In Season Two // 11:00

7M ago11:00

11:00

In this episode we discuss what you can expect from season 2 starting January 9th 2024.By Touched By Crime

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How an Innocent Man Survived Death Row | Ep. 40 33:50

7M ago33:50

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On October 25, 1985, 24-year-old Derrick Jamison was sentenced to death for a murder he didn't commit. Despite a wealth of evidence pointing to his innocence, Derrick sat on Ohio's death row for 20 years...that is, 20 years TO THE DATE. On October 25, 2005, Derrick walked off of death row a free man. And as he shares with me, this freedom was not o…

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What the Church Gets Wrong About Abuse, Sex, and Gender (feat. Nancy Pearcey) | Ep. 39 1:02:17

8M ago1:02:17

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After years of suffering abuse at the hands of her father, Professor Nancy Pearcey was a self-described hater of men. But through a series of divine appointments both with devout Christians and God Himself, she miraculously (and perhaps even controversially) exchanged her hate towards men for compassion, care, and concern. A renowned theologian, Pr…

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Gun Violence Prevention and Treatment with Dr. Stephen Hargarten 42:37

8M ago42:37

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Dr. Stephen Hargarten is a Professor of Emergency Medicine, Associate Dean for Global Health, Director of the Global Health Pathway, and Director of the Comprehensive Injury Center at the Medical College of Wisconsin. His research interests reflect an intersection of injury and violence prevention and health policy to address the burden of this bio…

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Dignity of Risk with Adira Hulkower 41:20

9M ago41:20

41:20

Amelia and Kirk have a broad-ranging discussion with Adira Hulkower, the Director of Clinical Ethics at the Montefiore Einstein Center for Bioethics in the Bronx. She shares her experiences as a clinical ethics consultant applying the concept of Dignity of Risk to better understand the ethical implications of discharge planning for patients experie…

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Immigrant Health Policy with Rachel Fabi 39:57

10M ago39:57

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We are joined by Rachel Fabi, PhD, Associate Professor of Bioethics and Humanities at SUNY Upstate Medical University. She is a Faculty Research Affiliate at the Syracuse University Lerner Center for Public Health Promotion. She received her Ph.D. in Health Policy and Management, in the Bioethics and Health Policy track, at the Johns Hopkins Bloomb…

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Discerning Witchcraft + Overcoming Generational Inequities | Ep. 38 49:34

11M ago49:34

49:34

In this episode, my friend Jasmine Harris joins me for an in-person recording in my home studio! Warning: this is possibly my goofiest episode yet. That said, we touched on some heavy topics (content warning): childhood sexual abuse, suicidal ideation, daddy issues, sleep paralysis, generational inequities, self-sabotage, and perhaps most important…

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Teaching about Institutional Racism with Dr. Keisha Ray 44:19

11M ago44:19

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We kick off Season 5 with the phenomenal Dr. Keisha Ray, who received her PhD in philosophy, with a focus on bioethics, from the University of Utah. She is currently a tenured Associate Professor with the McGovern Center for Humanities & Ethics at UT Health Houston, where she also serves as the Director of the Medical Humanities Scholarly Concentra…

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Episode 1: Surviving The System- Season 1 Trailer 2:23

1y ago2:23

2:23

Introducing a new podcast that delves into the often-overlooked flaws of the child welfare system. Join us as we explore the stories of those affected by this broken system and uncover the hidden truths behind it all. Subscribe now for an eye-opening experience. Take this journey with host Adira Masque. Adira is trained in low level education, has …

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Demonic Oppression + How a Psychic Medium Found Freedom | Ep. 37 45:13

1y ago45:13

45:13

I chat with former psychic medium Jennifer Nizza about the realities of paranormal activity and the occult, what the Bible really says about divination, and why the “God knows my heart” justification simply doesn’t cut it. Connect with Jenn on Instagram, TikTok, or by visiting expsychicsaved.com. You can connect with me via Instagram or email: Then…

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Ep. 40 // Season One Finale // 1:03:20

1y ago1:03:20

1:03:20

Thank you so much for tuning in to our first season! We will return in the fall, in the meantime please make sure to follow us on Facebook for updates or to let us know if you know anyone who would like to share their story. Check out "Snow Files", "Vanished" & "Undisclosed" on all major podcast platforms. Logo Design by Jennifer Taveras Music by S…

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Ep. 39 // Jamie Snow // Pt. 4 23:02

1y ago23:02

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Today we continue our conversation about Jamie Snow's story with his daughters Nicole and Jessica, as well as his partner Tammy. Check out "Snow Files" on all major podcast platforms. Logo Design by Jennifer Taveras Music by Shane Yoder of puttheminasong.comBy Touched By Crime

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Diversity and Equity in Clinical Care with Dr. David Kountz 49:45

1y ago49:45

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In this episode, we are joined by Dr. David Kountz, MD, MBA, FACP who is the Chief Academic Officer and Vice President of Academic Diversity for Hackensack Meridian Health, a 17 hospital network in Northern and Central New Jersey. Kirk and Amelia explore a range of strategies to promote equity in clinical care with Dr. Kountz, including the importa…

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Why Christians Should Go to THERAPY and Talk About It! | Ep. 36 38:44

1y ago38:44

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In this episode, my friend Haley opens up about her lifelong struggle with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), as well as the shame and secrecy that kept her bound for so long. We also discuss the church's hesitancy to address mental health, the tension of both pursuing freedom while acknowledging one’s current struggle, and the question of whethe…

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Ep. 38 // Jamie Snow // Pt. 3 17:21

1y ago17:21

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Today we continue our conversation about Jamie Snow's story with his daughters Nicole and Jessica, as well as his partner Tammy. Check out "Snow Files" on all major podcast platforms. Logo Design by Jennifer Taveras Music by Shane Yoder of puttheminasong.comBy Touched By Crime

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Ep. 37 // Jamie Snow // Pt. 2 18:55

1y ago18:55

18:55

Today we continue our conversation about Jamie Snow's story with his daughters Nicole and Jessica, as well as his partner Tammy. Check out "Snow Files" on all major podcast platforms. Logo Design by Jennifer Taveras Music by Shane Yoder of puttheminasong.comBy Touched By Crime

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Ep. 36 // Jamie Snow // Pt. 1 36:03

1y ago36:03

36:03

Today we hear about Jamie Snow's story with his daughters Nicole and Jessica, as well as his partner Tammy. Check out "Snow Files" on all major podcast platforms. Logo Design by Jennifer Taveras Music by Shane Yoder of puttheminasong.comBy Touched By Crime

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Ep. 35 // Mitchum Reeves // Pt. 3 39:04

1y ago39:04

39:04

In today's episode we wrap up our conversation with Mitchum Reeves. Logo Design by Jennifer Taveras Music by Shane Yoder of puttheminasong.comBy Touched By Crime

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Mental Health and the Carceral System with Dr. Nathaniel Morris 55:14

1y ago55:14

55:14

We reached out to Dr. Nathaniel Morris after reading his recent article in the New England Journal of Medicine; Injustice Disorder. Dr. Morris is currently an Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychiatry at the University of California San Francisco and provides care to incarcerated patients in the San Francisco jail system. He has published numerous…

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Ep. 34 // Mitchum Reeves // Pt. 2 32:21

1+ y ago32:21

32:21

In today's episode we continue our conversation with Mitchum Reeves. Logo Design by Jennifer Taveras Music by Shane Yoder of puttheminasong.comBy Touched By Crime

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Ep. 33 // Mitchum Reeves // Pt. 1 30:22

1+ y ago30:22

30:22

Today we speak to Mitchum Reeves, a former inmate who was wrongfully convicted or murder. Logo Design by Jennifer Taveras Music by Shane Yoder of puttheminasong.comBy Touched By Crime

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Ep. 32 // Patricia; An Inmate's Significant Other // Pt. 2 58:42

1+ y ago58:42

58:42

In today's episode we continue our conversation with Patricia about her relationship with Jesse who is currently incarcerated. Logo Design by Jennifer Taveras Music by Shane Yoder of puttheminasong.comBy Touched By Crime

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Ep. 31 // Patricia; An Inmate's Significant Other // Pt. 1 36:10

1+ y ago36:10

36:10

In today's episode we speak with Patricia about her relationship with Jesse who is currently incarcerated. Logo Design by Jennifer Taveras Music by Shane Yoder of puttheminasong.comBy Touched By Crime

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Philanthropy as Power with Tim Schwab 43:58

1+ y ago43:58

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Amelia and Kirk speak with Tim Schwab, an investigative journalist based in Washington DC whose work has appeared in The Nation, the Columbia Journalism Review, the British Medical Journal and other outlets. https://about.me/tim_schwab. Today's episode is all about philanthropy and power, and the ethical implications of this facet of concentrated w…

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Ep. 30 // Jesse's Story // 29:39

1+ y ago29:39

29:39

In today's episode we give a brief overview of Jesse's story. Logo Design by Jennifer Taveras Music by Shane Yoder of puttheminasong.comBy Touched By Crime

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