Best Kim R. James Podcasts (2024)

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62: Bloodstock Festival - Vicky Hungerford 44:12

16d ago44:12

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Motörhead played Bloodstock festival in 2011 and are being honoured there at this years edition. Organiser Vicky Hungerford also met her husband via Lemmy! Tune in to hear her stories of growing up with the loudest band in the world and how they changed the course of her life. Presented by Howard H Smith. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/pri…

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Bail in the Midwest Podcast (Episode 27) – Shelly Alexander, President, Tennessee Association of Professional Bail Agents 54:19

15d ago54:19

54:19

Join host Shane Rolf and his guest, Shelly Alexander, President of the Tennessee Association of Professional Bail Agents. The discuss the challenges facing the bail industry in her state, which includes a potentially catastrophic constitutional amendment. They also address the importance of having seasoned advocates in place when working with lawma…

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Kim Ogg, District Attorney, Harris County, Texas 46:46

2M ago46:46

46:46

Join host Shane Rolf and his guest, Kim Ogg, the district attorney for Harris County, Texas. They discuss the tremendous negative impact of bail reform efforts in the nation’s third-largest county. We are offered a rare, insider’s look as District Attorney Ogg addresses the challenge of dealing with stakeholders less concerned about public safety t…

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61: James Murphy 33:15

2M ago33:15

33:15

Iconic, extreme metal guitarist James Murphy has been a member of Death, Obituary and Testament, to name but a few. Here he talks about his love of Motörhead and how their power and ear splitting volume, influenced his playing and attitude in the early years of his career, which still resonates with him today. Presented by Howard H Smith. See Priva…

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Doug Bedford, Former Undersheriff, Johnson County, Kansas 57:14

3M ago57:14

57:14

Join host Shane Rolf and his guest, Doug Bedford, who previously served as undersheriff of Johnson County, Kansas and is currently running for sheriff in the same county. They discuss the important role the sheriff’s office plays in maintaining public safety. Among the issues they tackle is the need to address mental health requirements of individu…

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Jeff Reisig, District Attorney, Yolo County, California 57:10

4M ago57:10

57:10

Join host Shane Rolf and his guest, Jeff Reisig, the district attorney for Yolo County, California. They discuss a 2022 study his office conducted that revealed that Yolo County’s zero bail policy had resulted in an increase of 163 percent in total crime and more than a 200 percent spike in violent crime. Mr. Reisig shares his views on the current …

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60: Geoff Rowley 48:52

4M ago48:52

48:52

Skateboarding legend Geoff Rowley discovered Motörhead when he was young through skate videos and their music turned into a the soundtrack his of career. He collaborated and became friends with the trio over the years and tells his stories of his life and times with the loudest band in the world here. Presented by Howard H Smith. See Privacy Policy…

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James Quinn, Former Assistant District Attorney, Queens, New York 58:58

5M ago58:58

58:58

Join host Shane Rolf and his guest, James Quinn, who served as an assistant district attorney for Queens, New York for 42 years. They discuss the alarming rise in crime due to bail reform efforts, especially in New York, which in 2019 greatly reduced all forms of monetary pretrial release. Mr. Quinn offers a first-hand view of how the situation pla…

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59: The Fan Illustrator & Graphic Artist 39:03

5M ago39:03

39:03

Keen Motörheadbanger, artist and graphic designer Rob Fletcher submitted several of his awesome Motörhead inspired artworks to the band over the years and even predicted the Orgasmatrain in one of his early works. Tune in to hear his stories of his artistic brushing with the band and his devotion to the loudest band in the world! Presented by Howar…

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Joe Gamaldi, National Vice President, Fraternal Order of Police 55:25

6M ago55:25

55:25

Join host Shane Rolf and his guest, Joe Gamaldi, the National Vice President of the Fraternal Order of Police, who also serves as an active duty officer in the Houston Police Department. They discuss ongoing attacks on the nation’s criminal justice system. What began as simplistic calls for “bail reform” has devolved into demands to defund the poli…

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58: The Penpal & Friend 1:14:36

7M ago1:14:36

1:14:36

As a young teenager, Pilly discovered Motörhead through punk. After tracking down their record label's address at his local library and writing to them, he struck up a lifelong friendship with Lemmy and the band. Tune in to hear his extraordinary stories of his time spent with them across the decades as friend and confidant with the Motörhead camp.…

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‘‘Tis The Season 11:01

7M ago11:01

11:01

In this episode, I share a little bit of a conversation that I recently had with an individual who lost her son. Sometimes people need a good listener, not always someone who renders an answer.

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Judge David R. Platt, Retired - Kansas Eighth Judicial District Court 51:35

8M ago51:35

51:35

Join host Shane Rolf and his guest, the Honorable David R. Platt, who served as a District Court judge for 22 years in Kansas’ Eighth judicial district. They explore the role of the judicial branch of our nation’s governmental system – the most enigmatic of the three branches. While most are aware of the functions of those who serve in the executiv…

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57: The Guitar A&R and Author 38:34

8M ago38:34

38:34

Avid rock fan Alex Becker, through his own tenacity landed a job at Gibson Guitars in Berlin where he met Motörhead and worked with them on Phil Campbell's guitars. He's recently written a book on his time in the music industry and here shares his stories of working with the loudest band on earth! Presented by Howard H Smith. See Privacy Policy at …

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Vanessa Riebli, Former Assistant District Attorney, Johnson County, Kansas 1:02:55

9M ago1:02:55

1:02:55

Join host Shane Rolf and his guest, Vanessa Riebli, who served as an assistant district attorney for Johnson County, Kansas for 21 years and is currently a partner in the law firm of Bath & Edmonds, which specializes in criminal defense. They discuss the role of the prosecutor in the criminal justice system, including the great influence they have …

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56: Steve "Lips" Kudlow - Anvil 52:13

9M ago52:13

52:13

Back in 1983, heavy metal upstarts Anvil landed the support on the UK leg of Motörhead's, Another Perfect Tour. Tune in to hear frontman Lips tell his stories from the road and his friendship with the band over the decades. Presented by Howard H Smith. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.co…

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Ken W. Good, Attorney Specializing in Bail Law 58:31

10M ago58:31

58:31

Join host Shane Rolf and his guest, Ken W. Good, bail attorney and a board member of the Professional Bondsmen of Texas. They discuss the four phases of the "spiral of death" facing our nation's largest cities. Politicians are being forced to grapple with a problem of their own creation – the ramifications of ill-conceived criminal justice reform.…

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55: The Graphic Novel Creator 36:30

10M ago36:30

36:30

Avid Motörhead fan and creative director of award winning studio Fantoons, David Calcano has published two amazing graphic novels about the band in the last couple of years. Here he talks about his journey from fan to creator of these awesome books. Hosted by Howard H Smith. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Not…

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Jared Fishman, Author of “Fire on the Levee” 1:00:29

11M ago1:00:29

1:00:29

Join host Shane Rolf and his guest, Jared Fishman, former federal prosecutor and founder and Executive Director of Justice Innovation Lab. Jared is the author of the newly published book, FIRE ON THE LEVEE: The Murder of Henry Glover and the Search for Justice after Hurricane Katrina (Hanover Square Press). They discuss Jared’s behind-the-scenes ba…

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54: Danny B Harvey - Headcat 1:01:44

11M ago1:01:44

1:01:44

Rockabilly guitarist extraordinaire, Danny B Harvey made his name in the Rockats in the 80's when he also first met Lemmy. His friendship lasted on for years and they formed a band to play the rock n'roll they love, Headcat. Listen in to hear his stories and anecdotes of this lifelong friendship with the great man. Hosted by Howard H Smith. See Pri…

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SPECIAL EDITION! Illinois Supreme Court Decision That Ends Cash Bail in State 17:03

12M ago17:03

17:03

Join host Shane Rolf for this special edition as he addresses the recent bombshell decision by the Illinois Supreme Court, ruling in favor of a law that ends cash bail in the state. In so doing, he questions why the court would abandoned its duty to uphold the Illinois constitution in favor of political expediency. He also explores the probable gra…

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Bail in the Movies - Quentin Tarantino’s "Jackie Brown" 1:09:06

12M ago1:09:06

1:09:06

Join host Shane Rolf and his guest, Dennis Berndt, owner of B&K Bail Bonds in Wichita, Kansas, as they continue their discussion of the portrayal of bail agents and the profession of bail bonds in motion pictures. How accurate is their depiction? Through the use of audio clips, today’s episode takes a look at Quentin Tarantino’s 1997 crime film, “J…

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53: The Tour Manager - Kim Hawes 46:04

12M ago46:04

46:04

Kim Hawes introduction to life on the road with Motörhead started with her selling merch. After bonding with band and crew on numerous tours, a twist of fate ended up with her tour managing them and making a career out of it. One of the few female tour managers around at the time. Tune in to hear all her stories of life on the road with the Motör-j…

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Bail Reform: What Are Its True Economic Costs? 1:06:26

1y ago1:06:26

1:06:26

Join host Shane Rolf and his guest, Eric Granof, Vice President of Corporate Communications for AIA Surety. They explore the subject of the true economic cost of bail reform, a movement that has swept the country in recent years. Do we really know the price of doing away with secured bail? And more importantly, what is the value -- or the lack of v…

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52: Motörhead Fan Stories pt.4 40:17

1y ago40:17

40:17

On this episode, avid Motörhead fan Marco Lindholm tells his personal journey of becoming a huge fan of the band in his native Finland and his experiences of meeting them, (including making a film about a pair of Lemmy's shades) and how they influenced his own music. Presented by Howard H Smith. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and C…

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Bail in the Movies - Myth vs. Reality 50:29

1y ago50:29

50:29

Join host Shane Rolf and his guest, Dennis Berndt, owner of B&K Bail Bonds in Wichita, Kansas, as they discuss the portrayal of bail agents and the profession of bail bonds in motion pictures. How much is accurate and how much is just Hollywood stereotyping? With the help of entertaining audio clips, they examine “Midnight Run,” a 1988 action-comed…

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51: Motörhead Day special - Jason Newsted 1:01:34

1y ago1:01:34

1:01:34

We're privileged to welcome bassist extraordinaire Jason Newsted to this special Motorhead Day - 8th Of May edition of #themotorcast. Tune in to hear his stories of his love of all things Motörhead, including performing with Metallica at Lemmy's 50th birthday party. Hosted by Howard H Smith. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Calif…

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50: The Artist 50:53

1y ago50:53

50:53

Lifelong Motörhead fan and visual artist, Tom Huck had the break of a lifetime when he was commissioned personally by Lemmy to create some art pieces for the band. Tune in to hear his stories from fandom to realising their artistic vision with him. Presented by Howard H Smith. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy N…

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Qualities Women Bring to the Bail Industry 47:26

1y ago47:26

47:26

Join host Shane Rolf and his guests, Laura Frisbie and Krysta Lane, Kansas bail agents with Owens Bonding Inc. Frisbie is based in Wichita and serves on the board of directors for the Kansas Bail Agents Association, while Lane operates out of Arkansas City. They discuss the different approaches women take as bondsmen and how their skills differ fro…

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The Second Chance Expungement Offers Individuals Also Benefits Society 50:07

1+ y ago50:07

50:07

Join host Shane Rolf and his guest, Joy Springfield, Director of Pro Bono at Kansas Legal Services. They discuss what happens to defendants who have been convicted of a crime after their sentences has been served. For those who have paid their debt to society, expungement of their criminal records (with certain restrictions) offers a second chance …

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49: The Collector And Tour Tech 30:23

1+ y ago30:23

30:23

Avid Motör-fan, Mike Robertson had a random, chance phone call with Lemmy that turned into a long standing friendship and job on the road as part of the crew. Tune in to hear his stories from the road with Motörhead and check out his blog too - obsessivemotorhead.blogspot.com. Hosted by Howard H Smith. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privac…

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Charles White, Tennessee Bail Industry Pioneer 46:18

1+ y ago46:18

46:18

Join host Shane Rolf and his guest, Charles White, former President of the Tennessee Association of Professional Bail Agents as they discuss a variety of pertinent topics regarding bail. Mr. White was an early advocate for the establishment of bail bonds-specific continuing education requirements in his state and has helped a number of other states…

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48: The Backline Roadie 50:47

1+ y ago50:47

50:47

Lifelong Motör-fan, Glenn Williams' devotion to the band from early on ended up with him being a roadie for their backline company and even repairing Lemmy's bass guitar on occasion. Here he tells his tales from the road and working with the biggest PA's in the world. Hosted by Howard H Smith. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Cal…

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47: The Label Manager 40:27

1+ y ago40:27

40:27

Silver Lining Records/Motörhead Music are home to Motörhead's last studio albums and some great live records. On this episode, head honcho Rod Kukla looks back on working with the band on those seminal records from their catalogue and the soon to be released, expanded reissue edition of Bad Magic, 'Seriously Bad Magic'. Hosted by Howard H Smith. Se…

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The Importance of Lobbyists in the American Political System 59:47

1+ y ago59:47

59:47

Join host Shane Rolf and his guest, Kevin Barone, founding partner of The Capital Lobby Group, as they discuss the much-misunderstood and critically important role of lobbyists in the American political system. Often derided by critics for advocating on behalf of specific industries, unions, trade associations, charities and other causes, lobbyists…

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Sheriff Grady Judd - Polk County Sheriff’s Office 57:54

1+ y ago57:54

57:54

Join host Shane Rolf and his guest, Sheriff Grady Judd of the Polk County Sheriff’s Office, to discuss what is true and what is not regarding the current bail reform movement. Evidence shows that such measures have directly led to an increase in crime. Yet, opponents insist that bail reform is working and question attempts to roll it back in jurisd…

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46: Slim Jim Phantom - Headcat 34:25

1+ y ago34:25

34:25

Rockabilly drummer extraordinaire Slim Jim Phantom made his name in the Stray Cats in the 80's when he also first met Lemmy. His friendship lasted on for years and they formed a band to play the rock n'roll they love, Headcat. Here he reminisces about his lifelong friendship with the great man. Hosted by Howard H Smith. See Privacy Policy at https:…

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Nina Salarno, President of Crime Victims United 1:06:29

1+ y ago1:06:29

1:06:29

Join host Shane Rolf and his guest, Nina Salarno, the President of Crime Victims United, to discuss the role bail plays in ensuring justice to the victims of crime. Individuals charged with crimes have typically been the focus of the criminal justice system, rather than the victims they have harmed. Ms. Salarno brings her years of experience as a v…

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45: Motörhead x Mövember 44:57

1+ y ago44:57

44:57

You may have seen or even taken part in last years Motörhead x Mövember campaign and grown a Lemmy Mo for the charity. This episode we have co-founder, Travis Garone on to talk about his love of the loudest band on earth and the amazing charity work they do and how you can get involved this year. Hosted by Howard H Smith. See Privacy Policy at http…

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44: Dave Ingram - Benediction 40:17

1+ y ago40:17

40:17

Vocalist and death metal legend, Dave Ingram has been a lifelong Motörhead fan after first seeing them on Top Of The Pops in the 80's. Tune in to hear how the loudest band in the world influenced him over the years, both musically and culturally. Presented by Howard H Smith. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Not…

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Bail Industry Giant Armando Roche 1:02:51

2y ago1:02:51

1:02:51

Join host Shane Rolf and his guest, Armando Roche, Chairman/Co-CEO/Co-Founder of Roche Surety & Casualty Co., Inc., one of the founding fathers of the modern bail industry. This engaging conversation spans topics including how he built his small agency into a national underwriter of bail, changes he has seen in the business over the years and what …

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43: The Lemmy Stoke statue sculptor 46:48

2y ago46:48

46:48

Lemmy has been immortalised in statue form at many places, Hellfest and Wacken being the most well known. Now, sculptor Andrew Edwards is lobbying to get his statue erected in Lemmy's birth town of Stoke. Tune in to hear about his campaign and his devotion to Motörhead over the decades. Presented by Howard H Smith. See Privacy Policy at https://art…

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Unlocking the Secrets of Effective Skip Tracing 54:37

2y ago54:37

54:37

Join Shane Rolf and his guest, Alex “SkipGuru” Price, a nationally-recognized expert in the art of skip tracing, also known as bail enforcement. An essential ingredient of the bail industry, effective skip tracing allows bondsmen to locate and apprehend individuals who do not wish to be found. The ability to locate missing persons is one of the mos…

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How Does Bail Reform Affect the Work of Law Enforcement? 57:09

2y ago57:09

57:09

Join host Shane Rolf and his guest, Sgt. Betsy Brantner-Smith (ret.) spokesperson of the National Police Association, as they discuss the current state of criminal justice, including bail reform efforts across the country, and how it affects the work of law enforcement.By Midwest Bail

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42: Motörhead Fan Stories pt.3 33:36

2y ago33:36

33:36

On this episode, avid Motörhead fan Mike Ward tells his fascinating story of how a chance meeting with Fast Eddie Clarke ended up with him going for a cuppa around his house and helping out his band. Presented by Howard H Smith. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my…

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The Reality Behind the Arguments for Bail Reform 59:22

2y ago59:22

59:22

Join host Shane Rolf and his guest, Jeff Clayton, Executive Director of the American Bail Coalition, for a discussion about the arguments in support of bail reform efforts across the nation. Does the presumption of innocence makes bail improper? Are people sitting in jail solely because they lack funds? And does bail reform have no effect on the ri…

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41: The Lemmy Hellfest statue sculptor 17:11

2y ago17:11

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This year at Hellfest in France a huge statue of Lemmy was unveiled as their tribute to Motorhead. On this episode the sculptor Caroline Brisset is the guest who tells the story of how it was commissioned and built. Hosted by Howard H Smith. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#d…

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40: The Video Producer 31:21

2y ago31:21

31:21

Motörhead's career was long documented in video form across their career, in both promotional videos or long form live concert films. This episode's guest, Geraldine Geraghty produced a few of them and share's her memories of directing film for the loudest band on earth. Presented by Howard H Smith. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy a…

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How Politics is Affecting Bail in America 55:45

2y ago55:45

55:45

Join host Shane Rolf and his guest, Gerald Madrid, President of the New Mexico Bail Bond Association, for a discussion about the increasing influence of politics in America’s bail system. Joining the conversation is Albuquerque-based defense attorney, Christopher Marlowe, who contributes his views on this topic from a legal perspective.…