As you will notice when you read my books my life has been quite a challenging and unusual journey. Because of this I have always found myself on the outside of things and feeling very different. But eventually I learned the very things which made me feel different, were the ones that helped me become the person I am today. These experiences provided the fodder for my writing. I am here to show you how it is possible for you to overcome your challenges. It seems so very important to share th ...
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A podcast about Law & Order: SVU, the real life events that inspired the show, and the worldview of the man himself, Dick Wolf. New episodes every other Monday.
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Whether you're new to the squad or a certified die-hard, NBC's official Law & Order: SVU Podcast is a celebration of the show's 21 years of groundbreaking storytelling. Hosted by Anthony Roman, we're digging deep into TV’s longest-running primetime drama. Every week, you'll go inside the squadroom for behind-the-scenes episode intel from the cast and crew and learn how inspiration for the ripped-from-the-headlines episodes strikes. And that’s not all! We’ll be rolling out radio-style episode ...
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Two 20-something life-long besties, Bobbi and Isabella, discuss some world changing pop culture moments. Ok maybe not world changing but still fun! From Lady Gaga’s meat dress to Steve Harvey announcing the wrong winner at Miss USA, we have got all the girlies covered with hot takes, mindless banter, and the guarantee you will be entertained. Listen for the mindless moments and stay because we are all having so much fun!! New episodes available every Thursday.
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A C-list youtuber and his friends try to get to the bottom of things.
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In this abolition focused true crime podcast we will discuss case after case where a law enforcement officer has committed a crime and how our system of policing facilitated those crimes. Our criminal justice system isn’t broken, it was designed specifically to allow these types of things to happen. Our goal is to show people that cops often do more harm than good and that a new system is not only possible but necessary.
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Talking About Guns is a podcast created to demystify a typically loaded and polarizing topic, featuring a variety of guests who represent different perspectives in the gun safety debate. Our guests approach and dissect a wide range of gun-related topics and issues including relevant national news, personal stories, safety training, access to firearms, constitutional rights and freedoms, responsible gun ownership, gun culture, gun policy, and the role of firearms in keeping our communities safe.
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On this episode of Mindless Moments, Bobbi and Isabella dive into the lore of Shondaland. Jason Baldoni needs to call Olivia Pope for his new crisis PR Team. Welcome to our new health podcast, we are diving into protein. And we are completely uneducated on the topic and just asking questions no one will answer. All we know is we NEED a daily dose o…
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On this episode of Mindless Moments, the girls discover so many unknown beefs that they have with so many people. Isabella and Bobbi discuss their extreme love for Cher. Her outfits and her incredible talent, wow. Also imagine Beyoncé scheduling out social posts. Or making those little video edits? Follow us on social: IG: https://www.instagram.com…
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On this episode of Mindless Moments, the girls talk all about the Renaissance with Sex in the City but just the fact that the women weren't actually friends in real life. Boo!! At least Kim Cattrall and Florence Pugh can discuss working with mean girls. Miss Flo and Olivia Wilde on Don't Worry Darling debriefed by us! Comment for a link to Isabella…
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On this episode of Mindless Moments, the girls are in with the old and in with the new!! Bobbi gets absolutely inspired by Studio 54 and the true icon Bianca Jagger. Alexa play 'White Horse' by Taylor Swift. And also 'us' by Gracie Abrams feat. Taylor Swift. Seriously bring us to THAT night with the wine and cosmos. Did you miss the the re-inspired…
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On this episode of Mindless Moments, the girls lose their sparkle but don't worry it will be back next week. Also hate to be like this but this was recorded June 14th and we have never liked Zach Sang and we can get into it but seriously we are on the pulse. If you are going to the movie theater, don't. Follow us on social: IG: https://www.instagra…
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On this episode of Mindless Moments, the girls get really close to the mics because they are uninspired with life. They also discuss celebrities and their big life achievements and the difference between announcing those in People Magazine or Vogue. If you know, you know. Isabella is confused by finances and Bobbi isn't much help. But we all had fu…
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Today is Bobbi's Birthday!!! Woohooo!!! Yay!! Everyone seriously tell her happy birthday. Also, Bobbi is still reeling from Austin Butler and Vanessa Hudgens breaking up. Everyone watch Folklore Long Pond Studio Sessions on Disney+ in honor of her. Please follow Bobbi on TikTok so she can pursue her dream of becoming a dancer! Follow us on social: …
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On this holiday special of Mindless Moments, the girls dive into what they find patriotic. And by patriotic we mean just things they like. The girls share a vulnerable moment about why they took a break from posting. TW emotional. Genuinely how is Lana Del Rey not on Mount Rushmore? Praying for our 'so american' moment but we could also do 'So High…
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On this episode of Mindless Moments, Bobbi is writing this because she rocks... Which one could say about the Eras Tour and Gracie Abrams's sophomore album, The Secret of Us. To put it plain and simple, the girls won't shut up. Get a cosmo in their hands and they'll be on their third bottle of wine within seconds! But seriously, this weeks' episode…
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On this episode of Mindless Moments, it's surprise song o'clock!! Live from Cardiff whatever that is. Isabella pulls a Yolanda Hadid on Bobbi which was really uncalled for. Don't worry Isabella got her karma when she was passed up at a casting call. Bella Hadid has probably never had that happen to her huh? Bobbi is praying Gigi Hadid and Cody Simp…
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On this episode of Mindless Moments, it finally happens someone cries. But seriously we cannot blame Bobbi because being a woman is the hardest thing ever. Katy Perry would know. Wig. Bobbi also shares what Russel Brand and Las Vegas have in common. And it isn't screwing over Katy Perry. Isabella really tries to stay out of drama. But only watches …
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On this episode of Mindless Moments, Bobbi and Isabella devote their lives to Gwyneth Paltrow. And they also have not read literally at all. Book Tok, this is your tape. Bobbi seriously trauma dumps but also she's an icon like Hailey because she just bought two self-help books! Hello healing!!! Isabella pretends to be from nepotism by name dropping…
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But has anyone seen Friday Night Lights or The O.C.??? Everyone is stealing cars but when you are going home to Seth Cohen all bets are off. The tale is as old as time, East Coast vs. West Coast. Obviously, we are West Coast because we love The O.C. way more than Gossip Girl. We are Tim Riggins apologists and booking our summer trip to Dillion, Tex…
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Saturday Night Live! But make it Bridgerton
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On this episode of Mindless Moments, the girls give you an unwarranted recap of Bridgerton which is kinda random and Isabella obviously talks about Jonathan Bailey. And that wasn't even the moment!!!!! The girls uncover a fact about Bobbi neither of them could have predicted. Ok, girls see ya because your hosts are on vacation. (We all imagined tha…
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On this episode of Mindless Moments, the girls talk about all of their girls crushing acoustic performances! Not concerts. We kind of Kelly Clarkson'ed ourselves with this episode. And Isabella ruthlessly shuts down Bobbi's innocent fun fact. Also we are begging Daisy Jones and the Six to please do anything. Why are these freaks talking about scien…
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On this episode of Mindless Moments the girls dive into the world of celebrity relationships. But really only one person. Pete Davidson we are seriously begging for a chance. Will settle for Timothée Chalamet though. Isabella accidentally spills who the love of her life is (ps he is a drummer) !! And Bobbi is really looped into what comedians are s…
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Surprise girls! It's Tuesday and here is our 2024 Met Gala Recap! The first Monday in May is the probably the only good Monday ever? In this episode, we dive into our favorite girlies looks live from NYC. Just kidding, we aren't in New York but how would you know? The Wicked Cast saved our lives, again. Follow us on social: IG: https://www.instagra…
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One Direction is never getting back together, like ever!
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On this episode of Mindless Moments, Bobbi learns SO much old couple news like Ashton and Gemma and Scooter and Madison Beer's mom. Also tragically, we hate to be the girls to tell you but One Direction is not getting back together, and seriously thank god!! Isabella discusses her volunteer work of publically picking Niall as the number one guy in …
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Taylor or Aaron or Matty or Tortured Poets
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Girls we are drowning in lyrics and lore. But luckily for you, we are debriefing it all on this episode of Mindless Moments. The Tortured Poets Department, welcome to your tape! And we feel so strongly about 'So Long London' and 'How Did It End?' and 'The Prophecy' that we literally cannot talk about them. Because seriously I'M JUST GETTING COLOR B…
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Except we weren't there! This week on Mindless Moments, Isabella cannot dye her hair ever and she is crushed about it. Seriously Pickleball is the best and tennis cannot stand a chance. Imagine Zendaya in a pickleball movie. Chills. Sending our best to Tyler the Creator as he performs at weekend 2 Coachella for the 3857842th time. We do allow solic…
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Addison Rae Eats Indie Rockstars for Breakfast
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In this episode of Mindless Moments, Isabella talks about her idol while Bobbi works through her tier list. No matter what situation you are in just think, what would Addison Rae do? Please do not tag Harry Styles in this podcast, he cannot see it!!! If you want a niche, hot, rockstar boyfriend; please place your order on our IG! Girls rate this po…
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Team Emotionally Unavailable Music Producers
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In this episode of Mindless Moments, Isabella and Bobbi dive into love triangles. Like for the whole episode but they are seriously both so complex. From Betty, James, and August to Conrad, Belly, and that other guy; these dynamics should be studied. For engaging with slight Jack Antanoff slander, go listen to Margaret by Lana Del Rey feat. The Ble…
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Disclaimer: They don't make men like Zack Bia anymore!
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On this episode of Mindless Moments Isabella is just really confused. Bobbi also embarks on a journey of her childhood and also her future? Tell your d3 athletes you love them and they matter. and it doesn't bug you he is only 5'6"! also happy one month to us! Grab your wedges we are going out! Thanks for listening fr :) We are having 90s movie roa…
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On this episode of Mindless Moments Bobbi and Isabella get emotional about being 19 year old girls and how men are so gross! Kind of. From Beyoncé pulling an Evelyn Hugo to just 15 minutes obsessing over Olivia Rodrigo, the girls do it all, for the third time! Jay-Z please pause 'making the bed' and take a second to listen to Mindless Moments. Sorr…
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On this episode of Mindless Moments, Isabella fills Bobbi and the audience in on the impact and the vibe British YouTubers left on an impressionable depressed teenage Isabella and the entire population. And Bobbi discusses the rise and fall of the app everyone needs, Phhhoto. From discussing transcontinental DWTS affairs to Bobbi not knowing about …
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On this episode of Mindless Moments, Bobbi and Isabella dive into why casting directors are obsessed with replacing Jake T. Austin with Noah Centineo and a recent edition of British Vogue with 40 iconic gals. From not knowing nepo babies names to Lemonade Mouth performing at the white house the girls are sure to make you laugh in Mindless Moments. …
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[Releasing this a day late because I (Josiah) forgot to edit the episode while busy with the holidays. My bad. Enjoy.] In today's episode without Josh, we discuss the Best Episode of Law & Order: SVU according to a few best-of lists we found. We decide whether it really is the best SVU episode or not. Email us at TheGoodApplesPod@gmail.com and we m…
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In today's episode without Josh, we discuss an episode about someone becoming a pedophile from a brain tumor and then an episode where Kyle MacLachlan shoots a psychopathic kid. They explore the strange, biologically essentialist notion of crime in both episodes and interrogate the category of "psychopath." Also there's a guy who really likes pee. …
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In today's episode, we discuss Diane Neal's first appearance on SVU as a criminal before her introduction to the show as Casey Novak two seasons later. Email us at TheGoodApplesPod@gmail.com and we might read it on the show! Follow us on Twitter @GoodApplesPod References Law & Order: SVU, S3E10, "Ridicule," written by Judy McCreary, directed by Con…
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The Duggars, but They're Good This Time
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Content warning: discussion of incest and religious abuse, on top of the usual content warning regarding discussion of sexual assault In today's episode, we tackle the Duggars, the Quiverfull movement, and evangelical homeschooling by looking at the documentary miniseries Shiny Happy People: Duggar Family Secrets and the Law & Order: SVU episode th…
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Boston Strangler Part 2: Let's Get Gender With It
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Content warning: discussion of eating disorders and school shootings, also the usual content warning for discussion of sexual violence In today's episode (sadly without Jackal), we tackle gender and discuss the Boston Strangler: the real life case, the 2023 film, and an SVU episode vaguely about the subject ("...Or Just Look Like One," S1E3). This …
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In today's episode (sadly without Jackal), we discuss the Boston Strangler: the real life case, the 1968 film, and an SVU episode directly about the subject ("Redemption," S3E6). We'll be talking even more about the Boston Strangler in two weeks with part two. Email us at TheGoodApplesPod@gmail.com and we might read it on the show! Follow us on Twi…
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For our first episode, we decided to talk about the first episode of Law & Order: SVU ("Payback," S1E1) meaning we had to tackle the Bosnian genocide. And also Sleepers (1996). Email us at TheGoodApplesPod@gmail.com and we might read it on the show! Follow us on Twitter @GoodApplesPod References Law & Order: SVU, S1E1, "Payback," written by Dick Wo…
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Welcome to Episode 0 of the Good Apples, where we tell you a little about ourselves and our fascination with Law & Order: SVU. Email us at TheGoodApplesPod@gmail.com and we might read it on the show! Follow us on Twitter @GoodApplesPod References Abolition For The People: The Movement For A Future Without Policing & Prisons - Edited by Colin Kaeper…
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Sharing our Healing Work - Olivia S. Benson & Jael the Great
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I met this amazing woman today, Jael the Great. She is an award winning actress, a writer, a producer, and life coach. She also does amazing healing work with women and men. We had a wonderful moment of synergy! For the Love of my Father, my new book is available on Amazon, link here: https://amzn.to/3ed9hVx Get your copy today! Website: www.olivia…
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S2 E29: “History tells us when there’s progress, there’s backlash” – Talking About Guns with Jocelyn Benson
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A recipient of the Presidential Citizens Medal for her “exemplary public service to advance free and fair elections,” Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson joins us for the latest episode of TAG. From armed protestors outside her home in the middle of the night contesting the 2020 election results and learning of a plot published on Facebook t…
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Daddy suffered and lost because of his inability to be a present father
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For the Love of my Father, my new book is available on Amazon, link here: https://amzn.to/3ed9hVx Get your copy today! Website: www.oliviasbenson.com Facebook: facebook.com/authoroliviasbenson Twitter: twitter.com/OSBenson1 Youtube: www.youtube.com/@oliviasbenson Instagram: instagram.com/oliviasbenson_/ In this video we continue our conversation ab…
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For the Love of my Father, my new book is available on Amazon, link here: https://amzn.to/3ed9hVx Get your copy today! Website: www.oliviasbenson.com Facebook: facebook.com/authoroliviasbenson Twitter: twitter.com/OSBenson1 Youtube: www.youtube.com/@oliviasbenson Instagram: instagram.com/oliviasbenson_/ Some things came up about my video last week,…
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In this podcast, Olivia focuses on one of the topics discussed in For the Love of my Father, a parent’s responsibility to protect their children’s Essential Self from unnecessary damage as a result of the absence of a father. Visit my website here: http://www.oliviasbenson.com/By Olivia S. Benson
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S2 E28: “This not talking about politics thing that I was taught growing up, that doesn’t serve us” – Talking About Guns with Leigh McGowan
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She was given a death sentence. Years later, she asked herself, “What am I doing with this extra life I’ve been given?” On the latest episode of TAG, we chat with Leigh McGowan about her Webby-award winning @IAmPoliticsGirl “Breakfast Rants” and podcast that have attracted nearly 2 million followers and earned her praise for her breakdown of comple…
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Olivia gives a brief introduction to her current books: For the Love of my Father, and Answers From Within, the journey that lead her to write them, and her future plans. The future videos will focus on discussing For the Love of my Father.By podcastz9
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Policing as Fetishized Power: The Case of Daniel Holtzclaw
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In this abolition focused true crime podcast, we discuss some of americas most dangerous criminals… the police. Examining both the crimes of the past and current movements to imagine a police free future. This week we will be discussing Daniel Holtzclaw, the Oklahoma City police officer who was convicted of multiple counts of rape in 2015. We discu…
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S2 E27: “I’ve devoted my life to fight for a world where people don’t have to feel that kind of pain” – Talking About Guns with Congressman Maxwell Frost
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The first Gen Z member of congress joins us on the latest episode of Talking About Guns. 26-year-old Representative Maxwell Frost recounts the “emotional whiplash” of attending the Newtown vigil in DC at age 15 and how it “made me uncomfortable to a point where I’ve devoted my life to fighting for a world where people don’t have to feel that kind o…
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Fetanyl Grandma: How a Police Union is linked to Drug Trafficking
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In this abolition focused true crime podcast, we discuss some of americas most dangerous criminals… the police. Examining both the crimes of the past and current movements to imagine a police free future. This week we will be discussing Joanne Segovia, the executive director of the San Jose police Union who was recently arrested for unlawfully traf…
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What to do When the Police Harass you: COPA and Jerome's Story
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In this abolition focused true crime podcast, we discuss some of americas most dangerous criminals… the police. Examining both the crimes of the past and current movements to imagine a police free future. This week we will be discussing what to do if you experience police misconduct, taking a deeper dive into the COPA process s well as hearing abou…
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Mass Shooting by a Cop: The Case of Tyler James Peterson
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In this abolition focused true crime podcast, we discuss some of americas most dangerous criminals… the police. Examining both the crimes of the past and current movements to imagine a police free future. This week we will be talking about the role of sheriff’s in American law enforcement and the story of Tyler James Peterson, a deputy sheriff and …
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Emma and Jacob put Detective Olivia Benson on the case. Find the rest over on patreon.com/probablyjacobBy Inherently Optimistic
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S2 E26: “The idea that we don’t care is absurd and offensive” – Talking About Guns with Kostas Moros
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In the wake of the Covenant School shooting in Nashville, we’re joined by Second Amendment activist and gun rights attorney Kostas Moros on the latest episode of TAG. “The idea that we don’t care is absurd and offensive,” Kostas tells us regarding the perception of gun owners and their feelings about school shootings. We discuss the number one area…
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Convicting a Child for Police Crimes: Lakeith Smith
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In this abolition focused true crime podcast, we discuss some of americas most dangerous criminals… the police. Examining both the crimes of the past and current movements to imagine a police free future. This week we will be taking a deeper look the case of Lakeith Smith, the man currently serving a 30 year sentence for the police murder of his fr…
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In this abolition focused true crime podcast, we discuss some of americas most dangerous criminals… the police. Examining both the crimes of the past and current movements to imagine a police free future. This week we will be taking a deeper look at paw patrol and the ways in which capitalism and the police state appear in media. We ask is paw patr…
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