Best Katara Podcasts (2024)

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Murder in Quiet Texas Towns: Who Killed Katara Johnson & Philise Estes? 36:50

15d ago36:50

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Late on an August night in 2004, 20-year-old college basketball star Katara Johnson left her job at Taco Bell and returned to her home in Taylor, TX. When Katara didn't return her grandmother's calls the next day, her grandmother immediately checked her home, only to find her car missing and Katara murdered. Who would kill Katara? In 2006, Security…

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Gone at Midnight: The Mysterious Disappearances of Phyllis Barry & Jane McDonald-Crone 40:50

2h ago40:50

40:50

Phyllis Barry, a member of the Choctaw, headed off camping in Terlingua, Texas, in 1975. Enjoying nature and a motorcycle ride with a stranger, Phyllis spent the evening around the campfire with friends. As they dispersed to look for more firewood, Phyllis disappeared. In 1993, 34-year-old Jane McDonald-Crone danced in Magnolia, Texas. Her car woul…

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The Mysterious Disappearances of Cole Jackson and Toni Childress 31:33

1d ago31:33

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Today's epsiode covers two suspicious missing persons cases in Texas. In 2006, Cole Jackson left his friend in a gas station Whataburger without a word as to where he was headed, speeding off in his half-ton pickup. He then crashed into a fence, promising the owner he'd return and pay later. That's the last time anyone spotted Cole. What happened t…

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Bound in Flames: The Mysterious Murder of Maggie Long in Bailey, Colorado 33:33

8d ago33:33

33:33

On a cold December evening in 2017 in Bailey, Colorado, high school senior Maggie Long left school to grab cookies and water for a concert. She never came back. Hours later, her home was engulfed in flames, and Maggie’s remains were found inside. Murdered. Bound. Her killers vanished into the night, leaving behind more questions than answers. Was i…

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A Tribute to the Heart of Brownwood: Steve Harris 21:01

22d ago21:01

21:01

On Saturday, August 18, 2024, Brownwood, TX, lost its heart and voice. Steve Harris, owner of Steve's Market & Deli, passed away at 63. He has supported Arlene in her quest for answers in Brownwood and touched everyone he met. He loved Brownwood and everyone in the community and kept Leon's memory alive on his blog and through his tireless activism…

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Avatar Duplication Glitch (Korra S1E12) (Ft. Adal Rifai!) 1:15:09

25d ago1:15:09

1:15:09

This week, we talk about the big battle. The final showdown of season one. It gets intense, it gets action packed, it gets steamy? Appa gets his own radio talk show and I work my sound-editing fingers into overtime for a few choice bits in this exciting final episode of Season 4 of our show. Thanks everyone for listening and GO LISTEN TO ALL OF ADA…

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A Wealthy Widow Goes Missing in Carthage, Texas: The Solved Case of Margorie Nugent 36:02

29d ago36:02

36:02

80-year-old Margorie Nugent met 32-year-old funeral director Bernie Tita when her husband died in 1990. Lonely and wealthy, she enjoyed his company, and soon, he became her daily companion. Exotic trips, expensive watches, large loans, the two started raising flags to Margorie's family. After 6-years of estrangement, Margorie's family begged Tita t…

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Double Murders in 1980: The Slaying of the Conables & The Christmas Strangling of Estella & Andrew Salinas 31:53

1M ago31:53

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A quiet, modest, retired couple, Margaret and Keith Conable lived comfortably in San Antonio in 1980. Late Friday night in May, neighbors heard gunshots. The next day, the neighbors found the couple dead in their home. Who would target the couple? On Christmas of 1980, Estella and her 14-year-old son, Andrew, are found murdered from asphyxiation in…

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The Strange Vanishings of Bill Roland & Beaverly Meadows 27:46

1M ago27:46

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On a hot day in July 1993, Bill Roland headed out with his extended-cab pickup truck and a 24-foot pontoon boat for his lake house near Lake Sam Rayburn, with a fishing trip in mind. When Bill failed to return home as planned on July 21st, 1997, his wife reported him missing. The day after Christmas, on a cold night in Marshall, Texas, 49-year-old …

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Stalked in the Dead of Night: The Murders of Christie Wilson & Veronica Taylor 29:00

2M ago29:00

29:00

On a hot summer night in August of 1982, 19-year-old homebody Christie Wilson & her co-worker locked up Snappy's convenience store in Dayton, Texas. She got in her 1969 Thunderbird with cash from the store to deposit the next day. When she failed to arrive home by 1 am, her husband panicked and searched for her car. His worst fears turned into a li…

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Race-Based Stress & Trauma with Dr. Gail Parker 59:33

2M ago59:33

59:33

In this episode our host Katara chats with Dr. Gail Parker to discuss race-based stress and trauma and ways we can heal and live thriving lives. Gail Parker, PhD., CIAYT, is an author, psychologist, yoga therapist educator, and a lifelong practitioner of yoga. She is President Emerita of the Black Yoga Teachers Alliance (BYTA) Board of Directors wh…

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The Mysterious Murders of Sandra Dubbs & Jackie Lambert 32:41

2M ago32:41

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Sandra Dubbs left her home in St. Charles, Missouri to start a new life in Texas. Her life would end with a vicious attack - who would want 30-year-old Sandra dead? After being attacked and found nearly dead, Jackie Lambert fears for her life and flees town with a mysterious trucker. What happened to Jackie? The theories are numerous, and Arlene ex…

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Is The Disappearance of 9-year old Dorian Thomas related to the Murders of Gloria Covington and Linda Jackson? 28:55

2M ago28:55

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In 1997 Amarillo Texas, two women were murdered and another was attacked. A few year later, a possible witness, 9-year-old Dorian Thomas, goes missing while riding around his neighborhood. Did the murderer attack Dorian for seeing too much? Join Arlene and Leah as they delve into Amarillo, the women and their lives, the crime scenes in a low income…

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Summer Vibes 53:30

3M ago53:30

53:30

Join Ednesha, Marquia, and Kim as they discuss the connection between mental health, relationships, and how to balance social activities and personal time during the summer to maintain mental health. They also talk about BIPOC Mental Health Awareness Month and the importance of raising awareness about mental health in the Black community. They shar…

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A Shocking Commonality Between Two Jackson, Texas Murder Victims: Terri Reyes & Shaunti Coleman 19:33

3M ago19:33

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In 2006, two women go missing in the small eastern Texas town of Jacksonville. One woman, Terri Reyes raised her children and lived a quiet life. Shaunti Coleman lived a transient lifestyle, and was reported missing by her mother. Both bodies would be discovered in time, and the small railroad town of 13,000 residents wouldn't be the only thing the…

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LGBTQ+ Rep in The Legend of Korra (Pride 2024) 46:12

3M ago46:12

46:12

Happy Pride Month, Cabbage Patch! In this special bonus episode Alex takes a deep dive into queer characters in The Legend of Korra and the show’s impact on LGBTQ+ representation in other popular media, specifically content made for youth and young adults. She is joined by other queer content creators on the DXM media network to chat about how The …

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Couples Targeted by a Hooded Man: The Texarkana Phantom 42:50

3M ago42:50

42:50

When couples are discovered murdered in lover's lanes in the Texarkana twin cities metro. Who would attack these couples and why? Join Arlene and Leah as they take us back to 1940's Texas and walk through the murders, the victims, and the evidence. Support Box in the Basement & Our Causes Leon Laurales: Website & GoFundMe Follow us on Facebook & In…

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11.5) ...If we whip out our d*ck hard enough (KorraS1E11)(Ft. my brother Nick) 47:48

3M ago47:48

47:48

We catch up with my aviation nerd brother to talk all things technology and that nifty battle scene from the previous episode.By Zach and Alex

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Targeted in El Paso: Ruth Holland's 1966 Unsolved Murder 34:19

3M ago34:19

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Violence splashed across El Paso newspapers late summer of 1966. Ruth Holland lived a quiet, opulent life, her wealth on display as she drove a gold Cadillac around town. The ex-wife of a race track owner, intellectual Ruth loved gardening and kept a close, small circle of friends. On Sept. 8th. her maid discovered the home in disarray, Ruth nowher…

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It's Juneteenth Y'all! 55:08

3M ago55:08

55:08

Join Kim, Marquia, and Ednesha as they discuss importance of Juneteenth. Juneteenth is an important celebration for Black communities to reclaim their history and culture. It is crucial for parents to teach their children about Juneteenth and other aspects of Black history, as schools often fail to do so. Celebrating Juneteenth can help people feel…

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Shot Through a Window, the murder of Michael Flores & the murders of Laura Guerra and Laura Warren in small town Texas 27:53

3M ago27:53

27:53

Three cases haunt the hosts of Box in the Basement in today's episode. In 1998, a 15-year-old High School student, Michael Flores, in Rio Hondo unsuspectingly blasts his radio as a bullet shatters his window. Laura Guerra's dead body is found in Rio Grande. Laura Warren's body was discovered Halloween day after being seen with a Hispanic man in Bee…

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11:) Grift Bending (Korra S1E11) 1:08:27

4M ago1:08:27

1:08:27

Just us this time folks! Like the good ol' days! Alex and I mostly complain about exposition dumps along with making some good jokes and doing some good ol'fashion commentary. The stakes are raised, Korra is set to square off with Amon, and the truth comes out in one big steamy load. Check out all of our network's awesome pods!…

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A Sister's Lifelong Nightmare: When Elisa Roberson Vanishes in 1989 22:53

4M ago22:53

22:53

In 1989, thirteen-year-old Elisa Roberson left her home to meet a friend in the Texas gulf town of Aransas Pass. Born in Nicaragua, she adjusted well to American life, enjoying hair band 80's music and bossing around her younger siblings. After a short walk towards the elementary school, she would never be seen again. What happened to Elisa? Join A…

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Can I Get A Window Seat 59:05

4M ago59:05

59:05

Join Marquia, Ednesha, and Kim as they discuss travel and its impact on personal growth and self-discovery. They share their experiences, motivations, and preferences for travel, highlighting the transformative nature of travel and its influence on their lives. The conversation covers the topics of solo travel, group trips, self-care through travel…

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An Era of Terror in Brownwood Part 4: Sherry Newman, Christy Jo Eggers & Stephanie Jo Flannery: Victims of a serial killer 27:57

4M ago27:57

27:57

Three women, Sherry Newman, Christy Jo Eggers, and Stephanie Jo Flannery's last moments were nearly identical: sexually assaulted, beaten, and murdered by a sick and depraved serial killer roaming the hills and flatlands of central Texas, leaving bodies in ditches for his own sick pleasure. Was justice served for two of his victims, whose cases are…

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10.) ROHAN IS HERE! (not the baby) Korra S1E10 (Ft Mary Clay Watt!) 1:30:40

4M ago1:30:40

1:30:40

This episode the stakes are being raised as our heroes speed towards the season climax. Will they get away? Will Lin ever not be iconic? Will Mary Clay ever stop simping over General Iroh? The world may never know, unless.... they listen to the episode....By Zach and Alex ft MC Watt!

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An Era of Terror in Brownwood Part 3: The Unsolved Murder of 13-Year Old Amanda Goodman 48:03

4M ago48:03

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On a rainy day in May 1989, Amanda "Sissy" Goodman fails to return home from school. Within 45 minutes, Amanda's body is found outside of town, shot to death, mystifying the entire city of Brownwood. Who would murder a sweet, innocent, church-going 13-year-old Junior High student? Arlene and Leah tell Amanda's story and interview Judy Williams, her…

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An Era of Terror in Brownwood Pt. 2: The Twists & Turns in the Brutal Murder of Donna Mae Inlow 22:53

4M ago22:53

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Box in the Basement continues its look into the unsolved and solved murders in Brownwood, Tx, looking for the broader context in how Leon's murder remains unsolved. In Part 2 of an Era of Terror, we focus on an innocent woman whose life was cut short in 1982. A mother of four and widowed, 72-year-old Donna Mae Inlow worked in her shoe store in Brow…

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Cascading Kool-Aid Men (Korra S1E9) (Ft. Delia of Black Nerds Create!) 1:18:34

4M ago1:18:34

1:18:34

This week, we get some backstory on our villains while Korra is trapped in a box. The team mounts a rescue mission to the wrong villain, and Bolin gets his fly zipped by a metal mommy. Black Nerds Create! Follow Delia on Instagram! (And @Deliaistyping on most other platforms!) Check out all of our network's awesome pods!…

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We Need To Be Well To Fight with Tonya Lewis Lee 34:00

5M ago34:00

34:00

In this episode, Katara engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Tonya Lewis Lee, the visionary behind Movita Organics. They delve into the concept that, as Black Women, we are in a constant battle and must prioritize our wellness to effectively fight it. Tonya created Movita to help women gain a baseline of good nutrition and practice posi…

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Remembering Leon 16:16

5M ago16:16

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In this emotional episode, Arlene shares memories of Leon as we near the anniversary of his murder. On May 10th, 1996 at midnight, someone kidnapped Leon Laurales from his workplace, Kroger's grocery. Fifteen minutes later, they shot him outside of town, leaving behind Leon's burning Thunderbird, and a wake of shattered lives and hearts. Leon's box…

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Comfortable in My Skin- COZY 1:07:34

5M ago1:07:34

1:07:34

Join Kim, Marquia, and Ednesha as they discuss the connection between beauty standards, relationships, and mental health for Black women. In this conversation, the hosts discuss the pressure and expectations placed on Black women regarding beauty standards and relationships. They explore the influence of social media, the impact of harmful beauty i…

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An Era of Terror in Brownwood: The Death of Judge Bunnell and The Murder of Bobby McBride 32:52

5M ago32:52

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Box in the Basement begins An Era of Terror in Brownwood, a series highlighting all the murders in Brownwood from 1980-1996, a period of time in which most of Brownwood's murders happened. We start with Judge Bunnell, a politician whose car goes off the road in 1980. But as we dig deeper, we see there's more to meet the eye when it comes to Judge B…

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Vanished in the Woods, Stolen from a Front Yard: Texas Missing Children Desirree Caroll & Bradley Gilbert 35:25

5M ago35:25

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When a child goes missing is one of the most terrifying nightmares for any community. Join us as we share the stories of two children in 80's Texas. Desiree Carroll, a toddler, was last seen walking down the wooded road outside a small town by her mother in her rearview mirror. Did Desiree disappear into the woods and a victim of mother nature, or …

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Unplugged & Unbothered: Navigating Digital Well-Being. 1:03:43

5M ago1:03:43

1:03:43

Join Ednesha, Marquia, and Kim for a great discussion about the digital detoxing! We're talking about the importance of digital well-being and the need to unplug and set boundaries with technology. We explore the balance between staying informed vs. being overloaded with information and offer tips for maintaining a healthy relationship with technol…

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8.) I KNOW MY DEE! (Korra S1E8) (Ft Robert of the Dam Memes) 1:02:47

5M ago1:02:47

1:02:47

On today's episode, Robert returns to talk about this rather heavy episode, air temple BnB, and voice actors. Hijinks ensue! The Gang have relocated to Air Temple Island. Amidst the growing fear and tension, The team tries to rally before Korra has a terrifying confrontation with Tarlock. Check out all of our network's awesome pods!…

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A Dating Game Turned Deadly: The Murder of Leslie Ann Barker in Akron, OH, 1978 31:57

5M ago31:57

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Our own host Leah and her Father share their memories of an explosion that rocked a quiet neighborhood in Akron, OH in 1978. A teacher out for a dating game at a local bar ends up discovered in her charred car in a dead-end alley near Leah's childhood home. Did she meet her killer at the dating game? Join Arlene and Leah as they travel through Akro…

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Vanished in the Night: The Unsolved Disappearances of Norman Prater & Kristy Booth 35:04

6M ago35:04

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Today's episode explores two missing persons cases in Texas. In 1973, 17-year-old Norman Prater vanished after visiting his mother at a Dallas coffee shop, a mystery that remains unsolved 51 years later. Join Arlene and Leah as they explore Norman's disappearance against the backdrop of a tumultuous year marked by historical events, from the Vietna…

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Micro Self-Care with Dr. Stella Safo 50:13

6M ago50:13

50:13

In this episode, our host, Katara, sat down with Dr. Stella Safo to discuss her work as a board-certified HIV primary care physician, public health advocate, and Just Equity for Health founder. This healthcare improvement company uses advocacy, education, and care model design to ensure equitable care delivery across all sectors of medicine. Dr. Sa…

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7.) The Koi Tank (TLOK S1E7) (Ft. Honey!) 1:29:53

5M ago1:29:53

1:29:53

This week, our young Entrepreneurs pitch their ideas to republic city business moguls, in the hopes of making it big in the world of capital enterprise! Also Honey is on the show again! Aang didn't shit his pants this time. Check out HONEY ON INSTAGRAM! Check out all of our network's awesome pods!By Zach and Alex ft Honey!

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A Texarkana Student Disappears in 1948: What Happened to Virginia Carpenter? 29:31

6M ago29:31

29:31

A young lab technician with her whole life ahead of her boarded a train from Texarkana, Texas to Denton. She planned on furthering her education and taking lab classes to advance her career in a post-war boom. After leaving in a cab from the train station, she would vanish. This is one of our oldest cold cases yet, a mystery from 1948. A sketchy st…

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Drinking From Wells That Nourish Us 53:51

6M ago53:51

53:51

We sat down with Dr. Topeka to hear her beautiful story, from incarceration to launching and leading an amazing organization. Dr. Topeka K. Sam founded The Ladies of Hope Ministries (The LOHM) in 2017 to support women and girls impacted by the criminal legal system. While incarcerated, she realized that prison and jail are not conducive to healing …

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6.) Into the Lin-verse (TLOK S1E6) (ft. Pod Daddy Tina!) 1:22:46

6M ago1:22:46

1:22:46

This week we have one of our besties on to dish about sports and terrorism. This is an action packed episode with lots to talk about! Pabu is our champion! GO LISTEN TO BURN BEFORE READING! IT'S HILARIOUS! Check out all of our network's awesome pods!By Zach and Alex ft Christina Kann!

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The March 5:18

6M ago5:18

5:18

Arlene gives a quick update on the March for Justice in Brownwood. Support Box in the Basement & Our Causes Leon Laurales: Website & GoFundMe Follow us on Facebook & Instagram Donate to Seasons of Justice Listen to Darkcast Network Shows Join Uncovered.comBy Bree Hanson

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When Arson Erases Evidence: The Unsolved Murders of Mikiko Kashara & Linda Muegge 27:51

6M ago27:51

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In the quiet town of Seguin, Texas, a grim discovery was made on December 14th, 2002. Firefighters responding to an apartment blaze uncovered a scenario more sinister than they could have anticipated: the charred remains of 21-year-old Japanese exchange student, Mikiko Kashura. Investigators quickly discovered someone had strangled her to death bef…

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SHUT UP, BOY! (TLOK S1E5) (Ft Mary Clay Watt!) 1:22:00

6M ago1:22:00

1:22:00

This episode, we deal with the deadly points of the Love Rombus. It's prickly, full of delulu and only a little bit toxic! The gang gets their big game and cant stop sniping at each other. The Amon story takes a back seat.... For love. You know Pabu, I'm talkin about REAL LOVE! **Cute Pabu noises** We're joined by our unofficial third co-host, Mary…

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Avatar: The Last Airbender (Netflix) | Episodes 5 - 8 Discussion! | STP 66 46:11

7M ago46:11

46:11

Justin and Lexi discuss the highly anticipated Live Action ATLA on Netflix. They thought the last four episodes started to lack some momentum, but overall had some really fantastic moments. We recorded this before the news of a season 2 and 3 renewal came out, and we're SO EXCITED! Watch our Reactions to these episodes! Highlight reel is on YouTube…

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A Body Behind the Cedars: The 1982 Murder of Elizabeth Bettis 21:51

7M ago21:51

21:51

The day before Thanksgiving in 1982, Elizabeth Bettis left her job at Sugars only to be found murdered the next day. Who was the man she was seen fighting with the night before? The list of suspects grows as investigators consider every possibility, from a known patron of Sugars to a possible serial rapist, with suspicion even on law enforcement as…

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Two Public Servants, Two Decades Apart, One Familiar Crime Scene: The Murders of Dorthy Estep & Beth Hicks 25:00

7M ago25:00

25:00

In the shadowed silence of a Texas highway, a chilling discovery sends ripples through the heart of McLennan County. It's late at night, September 30th, 1985, when Texas State Trooper Richard Coddle, guided by intuition and duty, investigates an abandoned car off US Highway 84. What he finds inside the trunk ignites a mystery that has endured for d…

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4.) A Love Angle (ft Takenna!) (TLOK S1E4) 1:18:35

7M ago1:18:35

1:18:35

The tension is heating up as Korra is coerced by a grown man to join a task force as a teenager that's barely lived outside of a curated compound away from civilization. She challenges Kaiba - er- I mean Amon to a 1v1. What could go wrong? We all get to simp over Asami-Mommy and dish about dating in Avatar. We recorded this one with our good friend…

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