Best INFAMOUS Media Group Podcasts (2024)

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Nerdcognito - Episode 229: D&D, Influenced by It's Own Supplements! 1:04:14

14h ago1:04:14

1:04:14

The "Dungeons and Dragons," TTRPG hobby has a boatload of influences... but is unique in the fact that it often influences.... itself. The guys talk about pivotal supplements that have shaped the hobby and how modern guidance continues to change our beloved passion. Plus everything from Critical Role to "ding dong" in the news! You won't want to mi…

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The Truth about Ruby Franke 2:30

1h ago2:30

2:30

Listen on Infamous to the story about stay-at-home mom Ruby Franke breaking bad. She starts a YouTube channel, joining a popular niche of Mormon women sharing their lives online as mommy vloggers. Bu she’s then accused of child abuse and more, alongside a controversial female therapist with whom she begins sharing a bed. Hear The Truth about Ruby F…

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Nerdcognito - Episode 228: Gaming Group Meeting Failures; Unfathomable Board Game Revisited 1:02:51

4d ago1:02:51

1:02:51

In this episode, the gang talk about the TTRPG curse older than time: Getting the group together. Inevitably, every group is going to ride the rocky road of scheduling. Why is this the killing blow for some groups? How can you pivot? Is it the end of the D&D World? Then after the news, as requested by the Nerdcognito Nation, the boys revisit, run d…

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Introducing Cover Up: The Conspiracy Tapes 2:33

1d ago2:33

2:33

In the mid-1970s, a man burst onto the evangelical scene with a shocking tale: claiming to be a former witch involved in human sacrifices among elite circles. After converting to Christianity, he toured the nation warning of hidden Satanists and spoke about a secret organization known as the Illuminati. John Todd preached salvation to frightened co…

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The Conspiracy Tapes | 6. Unmasked 51:19

13d ago51:19

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Becoming something of a conspiracy theory himself, no one is fully sure what ever happened to John Todd after his fall from grace. There are many theories, but little proof. Until now. Find out what really happened to John Todd, as well as some shocking details about his life. Unlock all episodes of The Conspiracy Tapes, ad-free, right now by subsc…

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Nerdcognito - Episode 227: 40+ "Rules" for the TTRPG Table... (He's not wrong!) 59:48

3d ago59:48

59:48

A frustrated Dungeon Master presented his players (do they play?) with a list of "rules" that were going to be implemented moving forward. While clearly frustrated with SparkleTroll and otherwise bad player behavior as we dig through his list we have to ask... "Is he wrong?" The guys discuss faux pas of players at the TTRPG table and how the DM can…

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The Conspiracy Tapes | 5. Resurrection 36:56

9d ago36:56

36:56

Discredited, John Todd vanishes and is largely forgotten until his speeches resurface online, sparking a new wave of interest and influence. Unlock all episodes of The Conspiracy Tapes, ad-free, right now by subscribing to The Binge. Plus, get binge access to brand new stories dropping on the first of every month thats all episodes, all at once, al…

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NanoNerdcognito: "Accidental Overpowering" 38:57

18d ago38:57

38:57

The holiday weekend in the States and a few too many life incidents have abbreviated this week's episode into a Nano! Fear not, though a touch shorter than usual, it is still packed with everything you'd expect -- Beginning with talk of how a DM can correct an "accidential overpowering" of a party and ending with news (from Reddit) RD and Bert sque…

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The Conspiracy Tapes | 4. Contagion 46:25

27d ago46:25

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A pastor receives troubling information about Todd's past. His credibility is shattered, but the tapes of his talks take on a life of their own. Todd's ideas move from fringe Christian congregations to the mainstream, igniting fears of Satanic cults, government conspiracies, and violence. Unlock all episodes of The Conspiracy Tapes, ad-free, right …

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Nerdcognito - Episode 226: Too Many Classes! (aka Less is More) 59:54

21d ago59:54

59:54

With ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY SIX OFFICIAL (you read that correctly) classes and subclasses in DnD 5e, it's time the gang evaluated class structures in TTRPGs. There are no surprises here -- the guys believe less is more. Add in some tales of characters gone by, bard mocking, and of course the news, and you have a full episode of nerdy goodness that …

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White Devil: An Aristocracy Scandal in Belize 5:15

17d ago5:15

5:15

From the creators of Cover Up: Body Brokers and The Anthrax Threat: Shootings are not unusual in Belize. Shootings of cops are. When a wealthy woman – married into one of the most powerful families in Belize – is found on a pier late at night, next to a body, it becomes the country’s biggest news story in a generation. Episode are released on a wee…

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The Conspiracy Tapes | 3. Phenomenon 44:16

28d ago44:16

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In 1977, Todd seeks to re-establish himself on the Christian speaker circuit. However, this time he sensationalizes his past even further, claiming to be a former member of the Illuminati, suggesting an impending societal collapse and advocating for extreme preparation measures among his followers. Recordings of his talks spread across America, spu…

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Nerdcognito - Episode 225: From the Tabletop to the Screen! (and back!) 1:05:37

25d ago1:05:37

1:05:37

Fallout... The Last of Us... Rings of Power... Castlevania... there are a LOT of game-inspired screen adaptations hitting lately, and the trend is not going to end. This week, the boys look at all of the players and talk about what TTRPG, video, and board game adaptations they would like to see! Plus, a newsy tribute to Roger Corman starts a banger…

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The Conspiracy Tapes | 2. Backslide 32:19

1M ago32:19

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John Todd’s life takes a bizarre turn in Dayton, Ohio, where after a phase of promoting Christianity and condemning witchcraft, he reverts to his occult practices, running an occult bookstore called the Witch's Cauldron. John claims to be harassed by local police for his religion, but are his practices just a cover for even darker activity? Unlock …

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Nerdcognito - Episode 224: WotC's AI Art Dust Storm... plus The Dungeon Delver! 1:01:59

1M ago1:01:59

1:01:59

This week, our good friend The Dungeon Delver drops in to chew the fat with the gang about the incredible nothingburger that was the Wizards of the Coast "AI art FAQ." There was a lot of internet noise, but is WotC doing... the right thing? The boys and Bill dig in deep to this offering insight, perspective, and opinion. Plus, the news will NOT dis…

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The Conspiracy Tapes | 1. The Witch 41:55

2M ago41:55

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We meet John Todd, a man with a fantastical story, claiming to be a former witch, now converted to Christianity. He wants to warn fellow Christians about the witches and Satanists in their midst. Unlock all episodes of The Conspiracy Tapes, ad-free, right now by subscribing to The Binge. Plus, get binge access to brand new stories dropping on the f…

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Nerdcognito - Episode 223: Grim Jim and the TTRPG Hobby's Toxic Cancel Culture 1:06:21

1M ago1:06:21

1:06:21

Hot on the heels of Nerdcognito getting de-platformed on YouTube after an alleged cancel culture report strike -- and the RD having his personal account targeted and wiped as well -- we look at cancel culture in the hobby in general. Who better to bring in for this discussion but "Grim" James Desborough? Jim gives his perspective on the hobby and i…

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Nerdcognito - Episode 222: Cynthia Williams out at WotC, Modules!, Dystopian Dawn Time Warped 1:19:50

2M ago1:19:50

1:19:50

Cynthia Williams has announced her departure from Wizards of the Coast! What does this mean? Listen to the guys give their takes on her exodus. Then, as promised, a lively deep dive into what makes a module and their role in the hobby. After the news, creator of Dystopian Dawn, Tony Garcia stops by to talk about his latest project and the gang brie…

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The Anthrax Threat I 8. Reasonable Doubt 37:18

2M ago37:18

37:18

The FBI squad deals with a devastating loss. Those impacted by the attacks try to move on despite knowing that questions surrounding the case will linger on. From Campside Media and Sony Music Entertainment, this is Season 4 of Cover Up: The Anthrax Threat. Unlock all episodes of Cover Up: The Anthrax Threat, ad-free, right now by subscribing to Th…

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Introducing… The Burden 16:13

2M ago16:13

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In the 1990s, Detective Louis N. Scarcella was legendary. In a city overrun by violent crime, he cracked the toughest cases and put away the worst criminals. “The Hulk” was his nickname. Then the story changed. Scarcella ran into a group of convicted murderers (who all say they are innocent!) turned jailhouse-lawyers. In prison they realized Scarce…

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Nerdcognito - Episode 221: Can Tourists and SparkleTrolls be "Saved??" 1:04:43

2M ago1:04:43

1:04:43

Can a SparkleTroll be saved? Is a tourist worth bringing to the table? Should we even bother? This week the gang tears into all things tourist -- from origins to Critical Role toxins to playstyles. Can we bring the hobby back from a fundamental and philosophical shift? Plus, the news has LOTS of TTRPG goodness that you won't want to miss! (...and M…

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The Anthrax Threat I 7. The Unraveling 31:03

2M ago31:03

31:03

Reeling from stress, an FBI suspect begins acting erratically. But the agents in charge of the investigation refuse to let up. From Campside Media and Sony Music Entertainment, this is Season 4 of Cover Up: The Anthrax Threat. Unlock all episodes of Cover Up: The Anthrax Threat, ad-free, right now by subscribing to The Binge. Plus, get binge access…

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Nerdcognito - Episode 220: Player Requests, Suggestions, and DEMANDS?!? 1:00:06

2M ago1:00:06

1:00:06

Players drop hints all the time. What happens when it is more than a friendly poke? How should you handle your group asking for in-game favors, dictating game/world events, demanding items, or throwing an X-card (just kidding, show the X'er the door!). Plus, the news, Ryan revives "Oriental" and shoves it back into the acceptable category, and tale…

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The Anthrax Threat I 6. The Closers 31:58

2M ago31:58

31:58

New agents take over the anthrax investigation and zero in on a prime suspect: a bacteriologist struggling with mental health issues. From Campside Media and Sony Music Entertainment, this is Season 4 of Cover Up: The Anthrax Threat. Unlock all episodes of Cover Up: The Anthrax Threat, ad-free, right now by subscribing to The Binge. Plus, get binge…

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SPECIAL Nerdcognito - Episode 219: Discomfiting Dialogue with Daniel D. Fox (friend of the show?!?) 1:24:13

3M ago1:24:13

1:24:13

Nerdcognito talks to... Daniel D. Fox?!? (yes, THAT Daniel D. Fox) Uh oh."Infamous" RD and Kyle sit down with the "notorious" Daniel D. Fox, creator of Zweihander, alleged destructor of The Trove, and all around polarizing figure in the TTRPG space. Publicly politically misaligned with the guys AND potentially on the opposite end of the gaming spec…

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The Anthrax Threat I 5. Mr. Anthrax 44:36

2M ago44:36

44:36

The FBI turns to a renowned biodefense lab in Fort Detrick, Maryland, to aid their investigation. But what if the killer is one of their team members? From Campside Media and Sony Music Entertainment, this is Season 4 of Cover Up: The Anthrax Threat. Unlock all episodes of Cover Up: The Anthrax Threat, ad-free, right now by subscribing to The Binge…

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Nerdcognito - Episode 218: "You Can't Play With THEM!" 59:00

3M ago59:00

59:00

It happens -- a friend, a partner -- someone tells you "You can't play with THEM!" Maybe not you, but maybe that guy with the antisocial eye-rolling leftie girlfriend slowly exits from your table. Why and how do these ultimatums get made and how do they effect your table? Plus, the pros and cons of modules. Maybe. Probably not. ----more----Grab The…

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The Anthrax Threat I 4. The Scapegoat 43:05

3M ago43:05

43:05

Acting as an amateur sleuth, one scientist claims that she has identified the anthrax killer. Does her guess hold water, or is it just another miscalculation? From Campside Media and Sony Music Entertainment, this is Season 4 of Cover Up: The Anthrax Threat. Unlock all episodes of Cover Up: The Anthrax Threat, ad-free, right now by subscribing to T…

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Nerdcognito - Episode 217: TPKs and Near Total Party Kills in D&D/TTRPGs 1:02:23

3M ago1:02:23

1:02:23

This week, the gang dives deep on the Total Party Kill. Talking about this unique situation that apparently makes SparkleTrolls weep, the boys look into it mechanically, from a story perspective, and through the eyes of both player and dungeon master. Of course, there are some great TPK stories thrown in there as well. This, combined with longer ch…

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The Anthrax Threat I 3. Collateral Damage 34:09

3M ago34:09

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Congress scrambles to draw a connection between the anthrax attacks and enemies overseas. Americans start pointing fingers, and the FBI chases false leads. From Campside Media and Sony Music Entertainment, this is Season 4 of Cover Up: The Anthrax Threat. Unlock all episodes of Cover Up: The Anthrax Threat, ad-free, right now by subscribing to The …

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Nerdcognito - Episode 216: Real Relationships at the Fake D&D Table; Arkham Files TTRPG! 1:01:13

3M ago1:01:13

1:01:13

Ever play at a table with that cutsey-wootsey couple that just seems to always help each other? How about the BF DM that always give the right magic item to his boo? This week we talk about how real relationships can alter a table and give our thoughts on how to preserve the integrity of your game. Also, a positive news week spins into an exciting …

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Inside The Raven 42:16

3M ago42:16

42:16

"Inside the Raven" takes listeners behind the scenes of the podcast and one of sports history's most notorious crimes. Host Tim Livingston traces his journey from his own past, to connecting with victims' families in Akron, Ohio, to unearthing new evidence. Livingston also reveals the challenges of his own investigation and how he finds this story …

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The Anthrax Threat I 2. A Tale of Two DCs 32:34

3M ago32:34

32:34

As Senate staffers brace for a possible bioterrorism attack, D.C. postal workers fight to receive the bare minimum of protection. From Campside Media and Sony Music Entertainment, this is Season 4 of Cover Up: The Anthrax Threat. Unlock all episodes of Cover Up: The Anthrax Threat, ad-free, right now by subscribing to The Binge. Plus, get binge acc…

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Nerdcognito - Episode 215: RD admits "I was wrong!", Horror at the Table, Blister Critters 1:08:24

4M ago1:08:24

1:08:24

This is a milestone episode: RD admits that he "was wrong" multiple times! First, the guys talk about introducing horror elements at the table. After the news, Anthony Grasso and Wythe Marschall drop by to talk about Blister Critters, their new Kickstarter game that originally was panned by Ryan before he did his homework only to be now praised bas…

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The Anthrax Threat I 1. Scramble the Jets 33:44

4M ago33:44

33:44

In the wake of 9/11, a handful of media and government workers started experiencing a troubling confluence of symptoms. Doctors couldn’t explain it, until they pinpointed the unlikely cause: exposure to anthrax. From Campside Media and Sony Music Entertainment, this is Season 4 of Cover Up: The Anthrax Threat. Unlock all episodes of Cover Up: The A…

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Nerdcognito - Episode 214: Mythology, Folklore, and History in D&D, Creativity and Improv 1:05:44

4M ago1:05:44

1:05:44

This episode, we look at how myth, legend, history, and tall tales have influenced Dungeons and Dragons specifically and the TTRPG world in general. Some folks claim this is a bad thing... but it's a great element that should be celebrated! The news includes RD doing a 180 after more details on a game he panned became available. After Ryan eats cro…

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Series 2: The Court Decides 6:24

4M ago6:24

6:24

Nine years to the day since Shamima Begum entered ISIS controlled Syria, she’ll find out whether she’s any closer to coming back to Britain. Josh is at the Royal Courts of Justice in central London to hear whether Begum’s lawyers have succeeded in arguing that the British government’s decision to take away her citizenship was unlawful. After she em…

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Introducing Cover Up Season 4: The Anthrax Threat 2:28

4M ago2:28

2:28

In the wake of 9/11, a series of letters laced with a deadly powder called anthrax appeared on the desks of prominent journalists and politicians in New York City and Washington D.C. Five people were killed, and seventeen more were infected. It was the worst case of bioterrorism in American history, setting off a surge of finger pointing, xenophobi…

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My Side of the Story 30:14

4M ago30:14

30:14

What is “justice” in this story? Was sending Ray Lewis to prison for life, in the end, just? Tim peels back the final layers to look at how the murders affected everyone involved, and challenges Lewis to set the record straight, once and for all. Explore more at https://lnk.to/theravenpodcast Subscribe to Tenderfoot+ at https://tenderfoot.tv/plus/ …

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Nerdcognito - Episode 213: Backstories?!? Encounter Balance?!? Pfft!! 1:00:40

4M ago1:00:40

1:00:40

Birthed from last week's "Session Zero" descriptions, we have TWO topics this week that make the show -- and our heads spin: Backstories... and Encounter Balance. Are they needed? Do they make an appearance at our tables? How have these elements impacted the TTRPG Hobby? As if that wasn't enough... of course there is some crazy news, with a stroll …

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Body Brokers I 8. Ashes to Ashes, Dust to Dust 42:18

4M ago42:18

42:18

A judge makes a decision in the case against Megan and Shirley. The people they deceived try to figure out a way to honor the ashes of unknown people. Unlock all episodes of Cover Up: Body Brokers, 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, …

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Should’ve Stayed Home, Went Fishing 32:05

4M ago32:05

32:05

Tim unearths a transcript of the original statement that limo driver Duane Fassett made to investigators hours after the fight. Outside of the lawyers and investigators in this case, nobody has ever heard these words. Imagine that you’re a juror and ask yourself: Do you believe him? Explore more at https://lnk.to/theravenpodcast Subscribe to Tender…

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Nerdcognito - Episode 212: Consequences and Death in Your TTRPG; Our Own "Session Zero" 1:02:35

4M ago1:02:35

1:02:35

This week, the guys talk about consequences of action and PC death in TTRPGs. Why are these "horrible" things critical for your game? The news kicks around some nerdy developments on past stories and is highlighted by our "unnamed" hat tip on Reddit. Finally, Session Zero talk online has been rumbling again, so each of the gang describes what their…

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Body Brokers I 7. Montrose versus Megan 35:38

4M ago35:38

35:38

The community of Montrose reels after learning what was going on inside Megan’s funeral home. But Megan is out and about, acting as if everything is normal. Unlock all episodes of Cover Up: Body Brokers, 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 epis…

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Some Folks From Akron 31:01

4M ago31:01

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Ray Lewis’ attorney in the Super Bowl murders case, Don Samuel, unveils his strategy for turning the star linebacker's murder charges into a misdemeanor. In the midst of learning how the defense lawyers outmaneuvered Paul Howard, Tim begins the murky process of retrieving old evidence from a sprawling government warehouse. Explore more at https://l…

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Nerdcognito - Episode 211: Nostalgia at your TTRPG table; Let's not make money! 1:02:48

4M ago1:02:48

1:02:48

Last week was a barnburner, so we needed to pump the brakes and return to some good ol' nerdy chatter! We open with a discussion of nostalgia, and the role it plays at your table. After the news, the guys ask the question "When did making money become a secondary goal in business?" ...specifically in our hobby! ----more----Grab The Village of Green…

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Body Brokers I 6. The Results 36:05

4M ago36:05

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Families discover the truth about the ashes Megan returned to them. A person close to Megan wrestles with an unfathomable betrayal. Unlock all episodes of Cover Up: Body Brokers, 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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Piedmont Park In The Summertime 41:09

5M ago41:09

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Clint Rucker, Atlanta Fulton County's former assistant district attorney, exposes the missteps his office made in prosecuting the stabbings. At the heart of the chaos: the state's star witness, limo driver Duane Fassett, whose testimony was expected to tip the scales of justice. According to Rucker, under the glaring lights of the courtroom, Fasset…

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Body Brokers I 5. The Donor Surgeon Speaks 35:13

5M ago35:13

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The FBI comes to Sunset Mesa, and Shirley does something no one sees coming. Unlock all episodes of Cover Up: Body Brokers, 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 Cover U…

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Nerdcognito - Episode 210: Grim Jim Desborough Co-Hosts and Digs Into #DungeonDrama 1:32:25

5M ago1:32:25

1:32:25

When Grim Jim calls, we answer. A special, extended-length episode that details the revelations that should shock the TTRPG design world. The gang and Jim dig deep into the article, talk about their perspective, and offer a path forward for our corner of the hobby. #DungeonDrama ----more----Grab The Village of Greenhaven NOW! https://www.drivethrur…

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