Best Olivia Howard Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 68: Rowdy Gaines Previews the 2024 U.S. Olympic Team Trials - Swimming presented by Lilly 47:51

1M ago47:51

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NBC Broadcaster, Rowdy Gaines, joined Kick Set podcast to discuss his experiences at U.S. Olympic Team Trials - Swimming meets and his outlook towards the 2024 event.By USA Swimming

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Episode 67: Daisy Ridley Describes Her Swim Training for Disney's "Young Woman and the Sea" 21:29

2M ago21:29

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Renowned actress Daisy Ridley joined USA Swimming's podcast to discuss the swim training that went into filming the Disney movie, "Young Woman and the Sea." From barely being able to go a full length of a pool to shooting scenes in the frigid open water, Ridley has grown a newfound respect for swimmers and the sport in general.…

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Episode 66: Bobby Finke On Trials Experience, Florida Training Group and More 50:14

3M ago50:14

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In this episode of Kick Set, two-time Olympic champion Bobby Finke discusses his experiences at past U.S. Olympic Team Trials – Swimming and the upcoming event in Indianapolis, stories from the decorated Florida training group, and more. Watch Bobby compete at the upcoming Trials this June: www.usaswimming.org/TrialsTickets.…

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Episode 65: How Coach Nic Askew Has Helped the Howard University Swim Program Thrive 57:54

4M ago57:54

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When Nic Askew took over the Howard University swim program, the team had not won a dual meet in 15 years. Since Askew took over, he has led the team to new heights as the nation's lone Historically Black College & University (HBCU) swim team.By USA Swimming

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30: Jeremy Gans: Guilty Pigs and Ouija Board Jurors 41:29

4M ago41:29

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Legal professor Jeremy Gans teaches at Melbourne University's Law School. An accomplished author, he conducts research across all aspects of the criminal justice system, including the highly unconventional. One of Jeremy's books details a case of juror misconduct involving the use of an Ouija board. Another details the history of the law's treatmen…

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29: Mike DiVicino: LA Mob Enforcer Turned Mentor 45:05

5M ago45:05

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In the early 1990s, Mike DiVicino was convicted of a string of robberies and kidnappings in Los Angeles. He was subsequently given three consecutive life sentences. Behind bars, Mike began collecting heartfelt letters from his fellow inmates to centre at-risk youth, giving them insight into how the choices they make today can have dire consequences…

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28: Martin Hodgson: Reversing Recidivism 43:59

5M ago43:59

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When an individual is released from prison, only to relapse into criminal behaviour and be sent back behind bars, it’s known as the “revolving prison door.” In Australia, it’s estimated that over 50% of incarcerated people re-offend within two years and end up back in prison. In the US, that number is estimated to be as high as 75%. My guest today …

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27: Madeline Heather: Reclaiming Her Story of Survival 1:05:16

5M ago1:05:16

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Madeline Heather is the host of Reclaim Me, a remarkable podcast that spotlights the voices of individuals who’ve survived unimaginable crimes. Madeline herself is a survivor. At the age of 14, she attended a sleepover at a friend’s house, which quickly turned into a nightmare. In this week’s episode of Unfiltered, Madi shares her first-hand accoun…

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26: Tom Voigt: Howard Stern’s Zodiac Guy 50:39

5M ago50:39

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In the late 1960s and early 1970s, the Zodiac Killer terrorized the Bay Area of Northern California, murdering at least five people. He toyed with law enforcement officials, leaving clues about his identity in letters and cipher codes he sent to local newspapers. To this day, the case remains unsolved. Tom Voight was a kid growing up in Southern Ca…

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25: Sam Riggio: The Miracle Walker 43:42

5M ago43:42

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On the 26th of January 1999, Sam Riggio’s life took an unexpected turn. A routine drive through his hometown turned into a catastrophic collision when a truck merged into his lane. Sam was left with a dislocated skull, shattered pelvis, broken ankle, ruptured spleen and stomach, lacerated liver and a punctured lung. Paralyzed from the neck down, me…

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Episode 64: American Record, Diving Into Data and MORE with Kate Douglass 34:54

6M ago34:54

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Fresh off the heels of her American Record in the 200-meter breaststroke, Kate Douglass joined the podcast to talk about her iconic swim, outlook for the Olympic year, passion for data analysis and more.By USA Swimming

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24: Olivia LaVoice: Unpacking The Bakersfield Three 40:33

6M ago40:33

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For this week's episode of Unfiltered, I'm joined by Emmy Award winning crime reporter, Olivia LaVoice. Olivia hosts the Bakersfield Three podcast, which tells the story of three friends who either went missing or were murdered in the space of six weeks. Unconvinced that the cases were unrelated, the mothers of the three friends joined forces, tran…

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23: Shawn Rech and Brenda Schuler: Convicting a Murderer 59:51

6M ago59:51

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In 2015, Netflix released a 10-part documentary series, Making A Murderer, that explores the 2005 Manitowoc area homicide of 25-year-old photographer Theresa Hallback and the convictions of Stephen Avery and Brendan Dassey. The series became a true crime cult classic, leaving a lot of viewers with an overwhelming sensation that Stephen Avery had be…

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22: Erika Schlotthauer: Domestic Violence to Death & Everything In Between 44:03

6M ago44:03

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On the 19th of November 2023, I got my first response to the call-out I extend at the end of some of our episodes, asking for personal stories from listeners related to justice and transformation. Erika Schlotthauer, a licensed psychotherapist, answered the call and is ready to share her story publicly for the first time. Please join Erika and I fo…

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21: James Nelson: Abolition of the Prison System 29:31

6M ago29:31

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Here’s a staggering reality: The United States, with only about 5% of the world's population, holds 25% of the world's prisoners. This raises a critical question: Does the US prison system perpetuate the oppressive legacy of slavery? In hopes of some perspective, I’m joined by James Nelson, an abolitionist who, at just 19 years old, was sentenced t…

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20: Bruna Curcio: Venezuelan Migration Crisis in Brazil 33:04

7M ago33:04

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Did you know that Venezuela is experiencing what has been described as the worst economic and humanitarian crisis ever recorded in Latin America? A combination of political turmoil, inflation, soaring crime rates and food shortages has left more than 7.71 million Venezuelans displaced since 2014. Today, documentary filmmaker Bruna Curcio provides i…

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Episode 63: End of Year Recap, Look Ahead to 2024 1:02:25

7M ago1:02:25

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The Kick Set Podcast crew (hosts Matt Barbini and Elizabeth Beisel and producer Kyle Sagendorph) breaks down some of the highlights, both in and out of the pool, from 2023. They also discuss storylines to look forward to at the 2024 U.S. Olympic Team Trials - Swimming and Paris Olympics.By USA Swimming

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19: Carrie Bell: Rising from the Belly of the Beast 29:23

7M ago29:23

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Today’s Unfiltered guest is Carrie Bell, a woman whose story of transformation begins in Pasadena, California. After Carrie’s parents separated when she was five years old, she turned to the streets in search of a family. This eventually led her down a path she never intended to follow, one that involved dealing drugs and committing crimes - anythi…

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Episode 62: Jack Alexy on His Approach to Training, World Championships, Golden Goggles and More 45:31

7M ago45:31

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Jack Alexy catapulted into U.S. men’s freestyle history when he posted a 47.31 at this past year’s World Championships, making him the second-fastest American in the event’s history. In this episode of Kick Set podcast, he sits down with hosts Matt Barbini and Elizabeth Beisel at the 2023 Golden Goggle Awards to discuss his incredible season and ou…

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18: Richard Zitrin: Deep Dive into the San Quentin 6 Case 54:39

7M ago54:39

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On the 21st of August 1971, George Jackson, founder of the Black Guerrilla Family prison gang, was assassinated by a prison guard. Three guards and two other inmates were also killed. No one knows exactly what occurred that day, but six inmates were indicted for various crimes, including murder, conspiracy to commit murder, kidnap, possession of fi…

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17: Reunald Jones III: Menace to Society 33:06

7M ago33:06

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Pyromania is an impulse control disorder which causes individuals to start fires deliberately. Unlike arsonists, pyromaniacs don’t light fires for personal or financial gain. They do so to release tension or gain pleasure. Reunald Jones III claims to have started more than 300 fires throughout Los Angeles County between 1986 and 1990. He was arrest…

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16: Paul Fronczak: What if Your Whole Life Was a Lie? 37:26

8M ago37:26

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When Paul Joseph Fronczak was 10 years old, he discovered a family secret: In 1964, when Paul was just one day old, he was kidnapped from the Chicago hospital where he’d been born. Paul’s abduction led to the largest manhunt Chicago had ever seen. One year later, an abandoned child was found outside a New Jersey department store and ultimately iden…

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Soul Stories - Thomas Fatato on the Holy Trinity 38:13

8M ago38:13

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Join Dr Randall and Tom Fatato in this engaging episode discussing The Holy Trinity! Tom Fatato has been a close friend to Dr Randall since 2000 when they met in Tucson, AZ. Dr Randall was recruited to Miraval Life in Balance to develop Integrative Medical programming and work with Andrew Weil. Dr Randall and Tom were immediate soul mates and share…

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15: Ryder Jack: Carving Out a Tomorrow Man 39:11

8M ago39:11

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What does it mean to be a man today? And what do we want it to look like tomorrow? These are the types of questions asked by Tomorrow Man, a social enterprise that facilitates workshops across Australia for men of all ages. The organization's mission is to reinvent masculinity by disrupting outdated stereotypes and building emotional muscle. Ryder …

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8: The Three Misses Benedict at Yale by Mrs. Burton Harrison 1:01:06

8M ago1:01:06

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Today, a light romantic tale that could easily be made into a Hallmark movie today. Written by Constance Cary Harrison, an American writer who shared many a glance into the elite New York Society she hosted. Places to Learn More About the Author Looking for more on Constance Cary Harrison’s life and literary contributions? Here are four excellent r…

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14: Sakiya Sandifer: Chicago Raised & LA Based Entrepreneur 41:22

8M ago41:22

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J. Sakiya Sandifer, an entrepreneur, designer, and best-selling author. Over his nearly 30 year career, Sakiya has worked with Coca-Cola, Bally Total Fitness, Lil Wayne, and most notably, his longtime friend Ye, formerly known as Kanye West. Sakiya’s primary focus now is his own lifestyle brand XSSORTMENTS, a hyper-curated collection of elevated ba…

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Episode 61: Paige Madden Describes Winning Gold at Pan American Games 34:55

8M ago34:55

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Tokyo Olympian and U.S. National Teamer Paige Madden recently went to Santiago, Chile, for the 2023 Pan American Games. She was named one of the captains of the U.S. swim team and went on to win four medals. In this episode, she describes her experience in Chile while also talking about her difference in perspective between this upcoming Olympic cy…

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13: Matt O’Brien: When the Monster is Your Father 1:14:46

8M ago1:14:46

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“Monsters” are the people who commit the most heinous of acts. So what happens when that monster is your father? How do you process it? When I was 16, the head of our family, Ralph O’Brien, took his own life, leaving us to sort through his trail of lies, financial wreckage and our own grief. Four years later, we discovered he had sexually abused ou…

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12: Rob Jua: Music Label Executive from Humble Beginnings 1:04:19

9M ago1:04:19

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Rob Jua is a music executive and record producer from Brownsville, Brooklyn. Rob’s personal journey navigating the music industry is a truly inspirational tale. From his time at Quad Studios and Roc-a-Fella Records, to discovering his business executive calling and starting his own record label, one thing’s for sure - Rob never quits on himself! Jo…

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7: The Swiss Peasant by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley 54:46

9M ago54:46

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Today's episode is a romantic tale set during the time of the French Revolution from Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley, an American writer best known for novel, Frankenstein. Places to Learn More About the Author Looking for more on Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley’s life and literary contributions? Here are four excellent resources to explore: A comprehensiv…

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11: Jan Broberg: American Actress & CSA Survivor 1:08:20

9M ago1:08:20

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You may have come across American actress Jan Broberg’s story in the television series A Friend of the Family. The show details Jan’s childhood experience of being groomed and kidnapped by a close family friend, who was also a convicted child sex offender. Jan’s story is shocking, to say the least. But to see her now, standing in her power as a wom…

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10: Anonymous Brown: 27 Years of Prison Tales 0:17

9M ago0:17

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Hey there! Unfortunately, this particular episode of Unfiltered is no longer available, as we were unable to verify the version of events presented by the guest. We seek to maintain integrity by platforming truthful accounts only. Thank you for understanding.By Casefile Presents

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6: The Four-Fifteen Express by Amelia B. Edwards 50:50

9M ago50:50

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Today, we're setting off on a literary journey through the captivating world of Amelia B. Edwards as we explore one of her most popular supernatural tales, "The Four-Fifteen Express," a tale that combines mystery, intrigue, and a vital cigar case. Places to Learn More About the Author Looking for more on Amelia B. Edwards' life and literary contrib…

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5: The Wind in the Rose-bush by Mary E. Wilkins Freeman 37:20

9M ago37:20

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Today, we're embarking on a haunting tale with Mary Eleanor Wilkins Freeman, an American writer known for known for her contributions to New England regionalist literature. In this episode, we share Freeman’s short ghost story “The Wind in the Rose-bush," an eerie tale of that blends domestic life with the supernatural and considered one of her bes…

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9: Joe Kennedy: Retired NCIS Special Agent 54:35

9M ago54:35

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To better understand the methodology behind solving cold cases, I’m joined by the primary architect for the first NCIS Cold Case Homicide Unit, retired NCIS Special Agent, Joe Kennedy. Joe takes us into the mind of a cold case detective and how to go about uncovering evidence. Links: Solving Cold Cases: Investigation Techniques and Protocol…

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8: Laura Richards: Award-Winning Criminal Behavioural Analyst 55:58

10M ago55:58

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Coercive control describes a pattern of behaviour used by a perpetrator to gain power in a relationship. To do so, they erode their partner’s autonomy and self-worth. These behaviours create invisible chains that trap the victim in the relationship, scared to stay and terrified to leave. In my opinion, when it comes to domestic violence, the concep…

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4: The Shell of Sense by Olivia Howard Dunbar 31:33

10M ago31:33

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Olivia Howard Dunbar's hope for a revitalization of supernatural fiction was realized decades after her article appeared, as a number of writers—many of them women—published stories featuring phantoms of various kinds. She herself contributed to that renaissance, writing several psychological ghost stories that also display her interest in marriage…

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3: The Eternal Feminine by Carolyn Wells 33:41

10M ago33:41

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Today, we embark on a light literary adventure, venturing into the charming realm of American author Carolyn Wells, where we delve into some humorous excerpts of "The Eternal Feminine." Places to Learn More About the Author Looking for more on Carolyn Wells’ life and literary contributions? Here are four excellent resources to explore: Read this wo…

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7: Ben Giles: Trauma & Crime Scene Cleanups 1:05:14

10M ago1:05:14

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When it comes to unforeseen deaths involving violent crimes, accidents and suicides, you might be shocked to know that the burden of cleaning up the scene is often left to the loved ones of the deceased. Not only can this be deeply traumatic, but it also presents all kinds of health hazards. Instead, the work is typically outsourced to professional…

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Episode 60: Olivia Smoliga Shares Outlook on the Sport 43:31

10M ago43:31

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Two-time Olympian Olivia Smoliga shares what growth in the sport has looked like for her over the years and how she's preparing for the new season ahead. In this podcast, she discusses her recent Worlds experience, the importance of believing in yourself and more.By USA Swimming

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6: Loren O’Keeffe: Founder of The Missed Foundation 1:07:37

10M ago1:07:37

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In 2011, Loren O’Keeffe’s 24-year-old brother Daniel disappeared from their family home in Victoria, Australia. Loren says the search for her brother gave her purpose. In 2013, she founded the Missing Persons Advocacy Network (known as MPAN), now known as The Missed Foundation. Loren offers insight into her personal experience with missingness and …

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2: Mrs. Manstey's View by Edith Wharton 32:52

10M ago32:52

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Wildflower Tales, Episode #2 - Mrs. Manstey's View by Edith Wharton Born into high society in 1862, Edith Wharton defied societal norms to become a renowned novelist known for her keen observations of the human condition. In this episode, we share Wharton’s first published short story "Mrs. Manstey's View," a poignant tale of loneliness, change, an…

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1: The Ruby and the Caldron by Anna Katherine Green 1:07:49

10M ago1:07:49

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Wildflower Tales, Episode #1 – The Ruby and the Caldron by Anna Katherine Green Today, we're embarking on a thrilling tale with Anna Katherine Green, the trailblazing author who forever shaped the mystery genre. In this episode, we share one of Green’s short stories "The Ruby and the Caldron," that includes a party, embarrassment, love and yes, a s…

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5: Mark Sutton and Flavio Andrade: Violence Prevention in Gang-Ridden County 50:29

10M ago50:29

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Flavio Andrade and Mark Sutton got involved with gangs at a young age. Flavio is Mexican, and Mark is African American. Technically, the two should be rivals. But when a 10-year-old Pasadena boy became the victim of a gang-related shooting, Mark and Flavio joined forces to prevent further gang-related violence while maintaining their street credibi…

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4: Mark Sutton: Co-Founder of PDL Blood Gang 1:07:29

10M ago1:07:29

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In the small Los Angeles city of Pasadena, the Bloods expanded to form the Pasadena Denver Lane Bloods, which became one of the largest blood gangs in California. Mark Anthony Sutton, aka “Big Preach”, was one of the founding members. He was eventually incarcerated for 26 years for a gang-related homicide. He is now the Co-Founder and Director of t…

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3: Maggie Zingman: Mother Seeking Justice for Murdered Daughter 1:05:31

11M ago1:05:31

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In 2004, 18-year-old college student Brittany Phillips was tragically raped and murdered in her Oaklahoma apartment. To this day, the case remains unsolved. Brittany’s mother, Dr Maggie Zingman, is a trauma psychologist who has dedicated almost two decades to helping catch her daughter's killer. Maggie shares the incredible story of her fight for j…

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Soul Stories - 'Regenerative Revolutionist' Charles Dowding 49:30

11M ago49:30

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It's the premier of Season 3 and Dr Randall sits down with no-dig pioneer Charles Dowding. Charles is a regenerative farmer from Somerset England and is an accomplished author who is inspiring people all over the world with his revolutionary gardening techniques. Empowering people with food and health knowledge, abilities and skills, Charles called…

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2: Justin Watt & John Diem: Former US Soldiers Turned Whistleblowers 1:36:26

11M ago1:36:26

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What price do whistleblowers really pay for uncovering the truth? Former US soldier Justin Watt has first-hand experience. Covered in episode 78 of Casefile, the Janabi Family Case occurred in 2006, during the height of the Iraq War, when a local family was killed in their home south of Baghdad. While the crimes were initially thought to be carried…

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1: Casey: Anonymous Host of Casefile Podcast 1:52:05

11M ago1:52:05

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In 2021, I sat down and had a series of hour-long phone calls with the anonymous host of Casefile, or “Casey,” as he’s been dubbed by fans of the show. At the time, Casey was recovering from an unexplained medical issue. Our chats reminded me of the power of real and raw conversations, and it paved the way for ‘Unfiltered,’ the new Casefile Present…

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Episode 59: Alex Shackell Describes Her First World Championships Experience 37:26

11M ago37:26

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Alex Shackell was the second-youngest member of the U.S. roster at the 2023 World Aquatics Championships. She anchored the women's 4x200-meter freestyle relay to silver, swimming alongside Katie Ledecky and going against Australia's Ariarne Titmus. In this podcast, she discusses her Worlds experience, the human element of elite swimmers, her experi…

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