Best Joan Hamilton Podcasts (2024)

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Fire, Drought, Rain, and Hope: Episode One 8:58

3h ago8:58

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Three Wild Years in the Diablo Range With the help of ranchers, naturalists, scientists, and land managers, this 9-part series showcases the mysterious, little-known 200-mile long Diablo Range after the massive fires of 2020. It ventures into places off the beaten track for most Bay Area residents, yet deeply connected to places they already love, …

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Options for Breast Rejuvenation with Dr Richard Bene - Episode 88 34:07

17d ago34:07

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You may know that a woman’s breast appearance can psychosocially impact her greatly. So if chosen, what are the options for breast rejuvenation, especially after pregnancy, aging, weight loss, etc? How involved are they? In episode 88 we speak with Dr. Richard Bene to get answers to these questions. Listen in!…

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Body Recontouring after Weight Loss with Dr Brian Derby - Episode 87 54:46

1M ago54:46

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Okay, you’ve lost weight, whether through diet and exercise, or weight-loss surgery, or even new drugs like Ozempic. But after going through that lengthy process, what you may not realize is that stretched-out skin will not necessarily shrink back ! Curious about that? Listen to my conversation with Dr. Brian Derby who’s got great explanations of t…

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Early Bloomers 4:14

1M ago4:14

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Early-blooming flowers bring beauty to the forested understory of Mount Diablo State Park. Here are a few that pop up January through March. A Mount Diablo Interpretive Association film by Kendall Oei, produced in partnership with Save Mount Diablo. Part of the Wild Mount Diablo series.By Wild Mount Diablo

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The How’s and Why’s of Breast Reduction with Dr Dinu Mistry - Episode 86 43:00

2M ago43:00

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A breast reduction can be life-changing! Yes, a surprising number of women suffer from heavy breasts, and we’re not just talking about endless back and neck pain. Longstanding suffering can lead to mental strain, as well. But what does a breast reduction really involve? And what happens to sensation? Can you still breast-feed? Plus, will it be cove…

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Wild Mount Diablo: WONDERS OF 2023 3:59

2M ago3:59

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Join Wild Mount Diablo as we look back at some of our favorite photos from 2023. It's exciting to imagine what our intrepid photographers, Wally De Young and Kendall Oei, will come across this year!! A Mount Diablo Interpretive Association film produced in partnership with Save Mount Diablo.By Wild Mount Diablo team

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Episode 19: Douglas F. Harrison, Chair of the Toronto Commercial Arbitration Society 24:55

2M ago24:55

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In this episode, Amy interviews Douglas F. Harrison. Mr. Harrison has acted as a presiding arbitrator, co-arbitrator and sole arbitrator in numerous ad hoc arbitrations and in arbitrations under the ICDR Canada, ICDR International, Stockholm Chamber of Commerce, and National Automobile Dealer Arbitration Program Rules. He brings to his arbitration …

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Management of Fat Part 2: Repurposing Your Fat with Dr Alexes Hazen - Episode 85 39:05

3M ago39:05

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In previous episode 84, or Part 1, we discussed how to reduce unwanted fat. In this episode, Part 2, we discuss the novel uses for some of that excess fat. You might be surprised, because we usually think of FAT as something to get rid of! Well, fat can be like Liquid Gold when it’s moved from one place in the body to another, improving contour and…

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Wild Mount Diablo: POISON OAK 4:57

3M ago4:57

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The branches of this irritating plant are bare right now, but wise park visitors know to be wary. Learn of its infamous debut in London in the early 1800s—and how it's related to plants in many kitchens today. Part of Mount Diablo Interpretive Association's WILD MOUNT DIABLO series on the plants and animals of Mount Diablo State Park.…

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Bay Area Geology: Episode 5 1:48

3M ago1:48

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By Audible Mount Diablo

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Management of Fat Part 1: Fat Reduction with Dr Kristy Hamilton - Episode 84 35:43

3M ago35:43

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Here we talk about how to trim down areas of problematic fat. What are the current options? Which treatments are most effective? Are there limits to how much can be accomplished? And the biggest question... Will it last? In this episode, Dr. Kristy Hamilton in Houston, Texas has some great information about this subject, and she shares that knowled…

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Episode 18: Joan Stearns Johnsen, University of Florida Levin College of Law 37:27

4M ago37:27

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In this episode, Amy interviews Joan Johnsen. Prof. Johnsen specializes in Alternative Dispute Resolution related skills including negotiation, mediation, and arbitration. Professor Johnsen also coaches the International Commercial Arbitration Moot Court Competition Team, is the co-faculty advisor to the ADR Teams, and is the Director of the Instit…

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Bay Area Geology: Episode 4 3:15

4M ago3:15

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SAND DOLLAR SECRETS The Pacific Ocean once lapped against the Sierra Nevada foothills. Here's the story of how the Bay Area eventually became dry land with two bedrocks. Join us on the TRAIL THROUGH TIME, a series of geology videos featuring naturalist Ken Lavin. Sponsored by the Mount Diablo Interpretive Association in partnership with Save Mount …

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Advances in Wound Care with Dr David Zamierowski - Episode 83 36:59

4M ago36:59

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Wound Care? What does it have to do with Plastic Surgery? Some acute, traumatic wounds are so large and devastating that intervention is needed to achieve healing and closure. Other lingering or chronic wounds may have associated problems that stop the healing potential in its tracks. They need help, too. Today we have Dr. David Zamierowski in conv…

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Wild Mount Diablo: Wild Babies 9:32

4M ago9:32

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Meet the wild babies of Mount Diablo and learn what superpowers they are developing as they grow from babes in the woods to full grown predators—or prey! Whether sharp-toothed and venomous, or soft and fluffy, these wild babies are sure to surprise you with their innate gifts. Are baby rattlesnakes really more dangerous than adults? How big are gre…

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Bay Area Geology: Episode 3 3:49

5M ago3:49

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CLASHING PLATES The story of the Bay Area landscape begins 190 million years ago, 3,000 miles out in the Pacific Ocean under 10,000 feet of water. Join us on the TRAIL THROUGH TIME, a series of geology videos featuring naturalist Ken Lavin. Sponsored by the Mount Diablo Interpretive Association in partnership with Save Mount Diablo. Videography by …

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Which Procedures Can Be Done in the Office? with Dr Curtis Wong - Episode 82 25:39

5M ago25:39

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Many people don’t like the idea of general anesthesia in an operating room. So, what if their procedure could just be done in the office? Sounds great, but which procedures are best-suited for an in-office location? What type of anesthesia would be used? And is it safe? These questions and more are answered by my guest Dr. Curtis Wong in California…

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Episode 17: Prof. Tamar Meshel, University of Alberta 39:12

5M ago39:12

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In this episode, Amy interviews Tamar Meshel. Prof. Meshel is an Associate Professor and CN Professor of International Trade. She holds a J.D. degree from the University of British Columbia, and a B.A. (Hons), LL.M., and SJD degrees from the University of Toronto. Tamar practiced international commercial arbitration in a law firm in Vancouver, as D…

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Bay Area Geology: Episode 2 3:46

5M ago3:46

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FRANCISCAN ROCKS The first person to study Mount Diablo geology in depth was a quirky UC Berkeley professor named Andrew Lawson. He found rocks that had emerged from volcanoes in the mid-Pacific. But how did they get on top of a 3,849-foot mountain? Join us on the TRAIL THROUGH TIME, a series of geology videos presented by the Mount Diablo Interpre…

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Bay Area Geology: Introduction 2:57

5M ago2:57

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TRAIL THROUGH TIME A 6.3-mile hike from the top to the bottom of Mount Diablo travels through the Bay Area’s entire geologic history. Presented by Mount Diablo Interpretive Association, featuring Ken Lavin. Videography by Macha Rose. Animations by Tanya Atwater, UC Santa Barbara. Music by Phil Heywood. Produced by Joan Hamilton. Audible Mount Diabl…

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What is The Age Limit For Plastic Surgery? with Dr JoAn Monaco - Episode 81 35:21

5M ago35:21

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Will you still care about your appearance when you are older? You might be surprised. 70 is the new 50, after all! And if you’d like to explore procedures in the later decades, at what age is it too late? In this episode we answer those questions and more, in a great conversation with Dr. JoAn Monaco practicing in New York. She tells us which age g…

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WILD MOUNT DIABLO: Late Bloomers 5:53

6M ago5:53

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Spring has come and gone, but the wildflower bloom is not done. Mount Diablo has its own superblooms, and some of them are long lasting. A Mount Diablo Interpretive Association film featuring Kendall Paul Oei. Episode 12 in the Wild Mount Diablo series.

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Wild Mount Diablo: LADYBUGS 4:30

6M ago4:30

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By Wild Mount Diablo

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A Hiker's Guide to Mount Diablo Plants: Episode 9 7:15

6M ago7:15

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CONNECTIONS As botanist Heath Bartosh explains in this final episode of "A Hiker's Guide to Mount Diablo Plants," Bay Area biodiversity hot spots are connected to places much farther south. Presented by Save Mount Diablo in partnership with Mount Diablo Interpretive Association Featuring Heath Bartosh with Seth Adams, Robert Doyle, Lindsey Hendrick…

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When & Why Remove Breast Implants, with Dr Brad Storm - Episode 80 35:35

6M ago35:35

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You may have heard a lot about breast implants, but is it a “forever” procedure? Why would they ever need to come out? And, what might it be like for people who have had implants for so long, but now must live without them? Learn about the in’s and out’s of implants from someone who has a large experience with their placement and especially with th…

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A Hiker's Guide to Mount Diablo Plants: Episode 8 5:52

6M ago5:52

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By Audible Mount Diablo

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A Hiker's Guide to Mount Diablo Plants: Episode 6 9:40

7M ago9:40

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SHRUBS Dive into the mysteries of chaparral, a plant community that covers 3 percent of Earth's surface and nurtures 20 percent of its biodiversity. Presented by Save Mount Diablo, in partnership with Mount Diablo Interpretive Association. Featuring Heath Bartosh, Seth Adams, Robert Doyle, Lindsey Hendricks, Brian Peterson, Cyndy Shafer. Photograph…

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Restoring Abdominal Contour after Pregnancy with Dr. Ahmed Suliman - Episode 79 27:21

7M ago27:21

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No matter how many sit-ups, abdominal contour after pregnancy is not something that can really be controlled or predicted. And when you add functional problems, related to muscle diastasis, to insecurities about appearance, what’s left is frustration and even embarrassment. Want to hear the story of 2 sisters who went through these difficulties aft…

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A Hiker's Guide to Mount Diablo Plants: Episode 4 9:15

7M ago9:15

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TREES AS LIVING HISTORY Mount Diablo's oaks, pines, bays, and buckeyes have tales to tell—if you know what to look for. Presented by Save Mount Diablo, in partnership with Mount Diablo Interpretive Association. Featuring Heath Bartosh, Seth Adams, Robert Doyle, Lindsey Hendricks, Brian Peterson, Cyndy Shafer. Photographs: Scott Hein, Stephen Joseph…

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“Ozempic Face” with Dr. Keith Ladner - Episode 78 44:23

8M ago44:23

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By now, most of us have heard about the impressive weight loss that can result from Ozempic and similar drugs. But at what cost to the face? “Ozempic Face” is the term ascribed to some less-desirable facial changes after significant weight reduction. So, what are those changes, and how can they be improved? For this episode we have facial plastic s…

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A Hiker's Guide to Mount Diablo Plants: Episode 3 8:16

8M ago8:16

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By Audible Mount Diablo

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A Hiker's Guide to Mount Diablo Plants: Episode 2 5:54

8M ago5:54

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By Audible Mount Diablo

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A HIker's Guide to Mount Diablo Plants 4:07

8M ago4:07

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Face Transplantation with Dr. Samir Mardini - Episode 77 39:53

8M ago39:53

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A face transplant? Not science fiction! I’m talking about the amazing medical development of being able to transfer all the layers of the face, skin down to bone ...from a deceased donor ...to another human....in-need. Who better to help educate listeners about this than the plastic surgeon who heads the Face Transplant Program at Mayo Clinic, Dr. …

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Episode 16: Computer Scientist and Arbitrator Peter Vogel 17:23

8M ago17:23

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In this episode, Amy interviews Peter Vogel, a Lawyer, Special Neutral, Mediator, and Arbitrator specializing in Information Technology (IT) and Internet Service disputes. After receiving his Masters in Computer Science and gaining experience as a programmer, Peter has been involved with the IT industry for several decades. For more than 30 years P…

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Winding Down Lime Ridge Looking for Wildlife 4:03

8M ago4:03

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As you wind your way through the lovely hills of Lime Ridge, keep an eye out for wildlife. In this episode Seth Adams and Scott Hein discuss 1) one that's still common all over the area 2) an introduced species whose numbers have exploded and 3) a native species that's making a heartening comeback. Sponsored by Save Mount Diablo in partnership with…

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Summer Scents: Big Tarplant 2:30

9M ago2:30

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Learn about a rare plant that waits until summer to grace the hills of Lime Ridge Open Space on the eastern edge of Walnut Creek, California. Featuring Heath Bartosh. Sponsored by Save Mount Diablo in partnership with Mount Diablo Interpretive Association. Photos courtesy of Scott Hein and Heath Bartosh. First published in 2012.…

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Episode 15: Arbitrator and Mediator Harrie Samaras 31:54

9M ago31:54

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In this episode, Amy interviews Harrie Samaras, an experienced, domestic and international full-time neutral. She has arbitrated and mediated hundreds of complex matters over the past 20 years with a focus on commercial transactions, intellectual property, technology, and business issues across a broad range of industries and technologies. Ms. Sama…

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Avoiding Opioids in Plastic Surgery Pain Management - with Dr. Fouad Samaha - Episode 76 32:54

9M ago32:54

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Any procedure can be associated with discomfort. Though opioids have been quite effective at minimizing pain, you no doubt are aware they can cause some unintended problems, most notably addiction-potential. Such problems have prompted exploration into alternatives, and that exploration has been quite fruitful! In this episode, we speak with a long…

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Wild Mount Diablo PINES 4:53

9M ago4:53

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Can you name three pine species that grow in Mount Diablo State Park? Learn to ID them by their pinecones (2 supersized, 1 clingy). Hear about how they're adapted to fire and drought. Meet the gun-toting botanists who collected their cones in the 1830s. A Mount Diablo Interpretive Association video featuring Ken Lavin and Seth Adams. Production by …

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Treatment of Scars with Dr. Andrew Vardanian - Episode 75 36:02

10M ago36:02

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Scars! No one wants them! But they are an inevitable part of the healing process. Most scars settle down over time, but what about those that change color, thicken, or become painful and itchy? They can be unsightly, and a source of insecurity. What can be done to help? In this episode we welcome Dr. Andrew Vardanian at UCLA to explain some treatme…

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Falls Trail 13: A Fine June Walk 4:41

10M ago4:41

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By Audible Mount Diablo

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Falls Trail 12: Chert 3:18

10M ago3:18

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Restoring Facial Movement after Nerve Paralysis with Dr. Babak Azizzadeh - Episode 74 27:46

10M ago27:46

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Imagine what it’s like not to be able to move part of your face! (...meaning more than just a crooked smile.) Our facial expressions are our calling-card to the world, whether you are a famous celebrity, or an everyday person. Join the conversation with Dr. Babak Azizzadeh as he enlightens about amazing ways to help this devastating problem, and as…

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Falls Trail 11: Remarkable Rocks 5:21

11M ago5:21

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About halfway into this classic Mount Diablo hike, we get our first good look at the waterfalls of Wild Oat Canyon and the well-traveled rock that hosts the show: pillow basalt. "Falls Trail" is 13-part series featuring Ken Lavin, Burt Bogardus, Paul Cardinet, and Jenn Roe. Presented by Mount Diablo Interpretive Association in partnership with Save…

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Falls Trail 10: Leather Oak 2:26

11M ago2:26

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By Audible Mount Diablo

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Must You Have Drains After Surgery? - with Dr. Kalila Steen - Episode 73 24:31

11M ago24:31

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Drains for surgery? What does that mean? What do they look like, and why would you need them? Must you always have them? And what’s a seroma, anyway? Find answers to these questions and more, during our conversation with Dr. Kalila Steen, as she explains all you need to know in a very understandable way.…

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Anna Jean Kane - 22 in ‘22 - Contempt for Misogyny 13:58

11M ago13:58

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On October 23rd, 1988, the body of 26-year-old Anna Kane was discovered discarded off a highway. It would take 33 years to solve her murder, and even then, there are so many questions left unanswered… TW/CW: Sex work, bias against sex workers, murder, foul language, sick kitty www.thricecursedpod.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.…

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Falls Trail 9: Oracle Oak 5:02

11M ago5:02

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Meet Mount Diablo's rarest oak, and the feminist who first named it for science: Albert Kellogg. "Falls Trail" is 13-part series featuring Ken Lavin, Burt Bogardus, Paul Cardinet, and Jenn Roe. Presented by Mount Diablo Interpretive Association in partnership with Save Mount Diablo.By Audible Mount Diablo

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Father, Real-Estate Mogul, Con-Man? aka The Assassination of Gary Triano - Arizona 48:12

11M ago48:12

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On November 1st, 1996, Gary Triano was murdered in the parking lot of La Paloma Country Club in Tucson, Arizona. Someone had placed a pipe bomb in his vehicle. It would take 18 years to get to the bottom of his murder. CW/TW: Murder, Explosions, Family Betrayal, Alleged DA/DV, Loss of a Parent Website Facebook Group Discord Server Patreon Instagram…

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