Best Pat And Dean Podcasts (2024)

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In conversation with Dr. Susan Carlson, University of California, Davis 31:01

8d ago31:01

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Dr. Susan Carlson is Professor Emerita, University of California, Davis and Vice Provost Emerita, UC Office of the President, where she served in the role of Vice Provost from 2010 to 2022. Prior to joining UC, Dr. Carlson was Associate Provost for Faculty Advancement and Diversity for almost 10 years at Iowa State University. “You’re changing cult…

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#039 –Chris Cuomo EXCLUSIVE (Part 2): Serial Killers, Menendez Bros., Natalie Holloway & More! 48:03

14d ago48:03

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In this continued conversation, Sara and Jim are up close and personal with Chris Cuomo who shares about his vast coverage of the Natalie Holloway murder and Van her Sloot; serial killers including Rifkin; and the Menendez Brothers: did Chris change his mind about their defense or have the times changed? Chris dives deep into how the media chooses …

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#038–Chris Cuomo EXCLUSIVE (Part 1): Headline Crime, Mental Illness, & Literally Everything! 36:38

23d ago36:38

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Sara and Jim sit with veteran journalist, Chris Cuomo. Chris shares his vast experience covering crime stories over decades. He explains the fascination with crime, including with Murdaugh and the Gilgo killer, the need for transparency, the presumption in the court of law and public opinion, and so much more. Sara presses Chris on whether he reall…

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#037-Bakari Sellers on Police Brutality and Use of Force, Mica Miller & O.J. Simpson 48:11

1M ago48:11

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This week Sara and Jim chat with lawyer, author, and political analyst Bakari Sellers. They dive into Bakari's high profile police brutality case, the case of Ricky Cobb, a Minnesota man who was unjustifiably shot to death by a state trooper. The hosts and Sellers take a close look at what the O.J. Simpson case would look like it if it was tried to…

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In conversation with Lisa Sullivan, Provost and Dean of Faculty, Mount Holyoke College 26:38

2M ago26:38

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Dr. Lisa Sullivan is Provost and Dean of Faculty, Mount Holyoke College, and has been in her role since July 2022. She previously served for six years as Vice President for Academic Affairs and the R. Michael Shanahan Dean of the Faculty at Harvard Mudd College, as well as a Professor of Economic History. “The opportunity to hear those different vo…

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#036-Dean Masserman on the State of Life, Choice, & IVF in America 49:55

2M ago49:55

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Sara and Jim sit with reproductive law guru Dean Masserman this week. Dean unpacks the latest IVF decision by the Alabama Supreme Court. The decision comes with a price which the hosts discuss at length with Dean. Should the rest of the country be worried? How do we balance unnecessary destruction of genetic tissue with the need for efficacy in a f…

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Episode 160 - Reilly Dampeer: USA Rowing 54:07

2M ago54:07

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www.GoodAthleteProject.comToday, Jim sits down with Reilly Dampeer, the Head Rowing Coach and High-Performance Program Director at OKC National High-Performance Center. Continuing her sixteenth year coaching rowing, Coach Dampeer continues to build a strong development program for rowing in the United States. Since 2010, Dampeer has coached various…

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Episode 159 - Dean Tolson: Power Forward 28:36

2M ago28:36

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www.GoodAthleteProject.comToday, Jim sits down with Dean Tolson, a former NBA professional basketball player and motivational speaker. He began his life in the ghettos of Kansas City, Missouri. As a promising young high school basketball player, despite being illiterate, he went on to play for the University of Arkansas where during this time, he a…

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In conversation with Dr. Beau Breslin, Professor of Government at Skidmore College and former Dean of Faculty and Vice President for Academic Affairs 34:48

3M ago34:48

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Dr. Beau Breslin is Professor of Government at Skidmore College, where he has spent most of career and held the position Dean of Faculty and Vice President for Academic Affairs between 2011-2018. “You have to be a good listener. You have to be empathetic. These are the things that build credibility and build political capital.” Dr. Breslin shares h…

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#035 – Will Folks on All the Things, Including Murdaugh 59:25

3M ago59:25

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On this week's show Sara and Jim sit with Will Folks. The irreverant founder and editor of Fits News shares about how the news operation started, his one too many kids, and his journey of sobriety. Up close and personal, talks openly about his relationship with newsmaker and politician Nikki Haley. Will also shares about his coverage of corruption …

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In conversation with Dr. John Zomchick, University of Tennessee, Knoxville 31:57

3M ago31:57

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Dr. John Zomchick is Provost at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, the state’s flagship university. Dr. Zomchick came to the university in 1985. He has held the role of Provost since 2020, and previously served as Provost for Faculty Affairs, Interim Provost and Senior Vice Chancellor. "We have to make choices about where our resources go, but…

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In conversation with Dr. Nicolle Parsons-Pollard, Georgia State University 26:06

3M ago26:06

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Dr. Nicolle Parsons-Pollard is the Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs, Georgia State University. Appointed to this role in February 2023, she previously served as Interim Provost and Georgia State’s Associate Provost for Faculty Affairs. “I've been a faculty member for decades and I really do believe in shared governance — it…

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#034 Pat Harris EXCLUSIVE: New Evidence May Lead to New Trial for Scott Peterson 1:03:16

4M ago1:03:16

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Pat Harris, Scott Peterson’s attorney, sits down with Sara for an exclusive interview about shocking new evidence regarding the disappearance and murder of his wife Laci Peterson and son Connor, as well as Scott Peterson’s road to a possible new trial. Sara and Pat talk at length about the extensive defense investigation over the past two decades, …

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#033 – Elizabeth Kelley on Representing People with Mental Illness and Disabilities, & Addiction 50:31

4M ago50:31

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Elizabeth Kelley joins the show this week sharing her expertise representing people struggling with mental illnesses or mental disabilities. Elizabeth, Sara and Jim begin the show by discussing the difference between these two, “illness” and “disability”, and how those afflicted are treated in the criminal justice system. They also discuss more spe…

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#032 – Theories, Conspiracies, and Mysterious Circumstances Surrounding James Brown’s Death 35:52

5M ago35:52

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This week, criminal trial attorneys Sara Azari and Jim Griffin break down the conspiracy theories surrounding the death of legend and godfather of soul, James Brown. They also discuss the mysterious death of Brown’s son-in-law, and whether or not the two deaths are linked. Jim shares his experience representing two of Brown’s biological daughters i…

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#031 - Savannah Chrisley (Part 2): Advocacy for Prison Conditions, and the Pursuit of Criminal Justice 30:42

5M ago30:42

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Jim and Sara continue their conversation with justice warrior, Savannah Chrisley. This week, the conversation is focused on the deplorable prison conditions that are impacting prisoners and families all across the nation, including Savannah’s father, Todd. They challenge prison policies that muzzle inmates and violate the 1st amendment. They also d…

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#030 - Savannah Chrisley (Part 1): The Fraud Case Against Todd and Julie Chrisley 41:15

5M ago41:15

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Savannah Chrisley has been advocating for criminal justice after her parents, Todd and Julie Chrisley, were convicted of multiple counts of fraud in 2022. Today she joins Sara and Jim for a conversation about the way her family was treated in both the media and at trial, and how it led to a violation of not only their presumption of innocence, but …

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#029 – The Constitutionality of Forensic Genetic Genealogy with Professor Natalie Ram 1:00:05

6M ago1:00:05

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Today’s guest Prof. Natalie Ram specializes in examining the intersection between the advancements in forensic genealogy, and its role in the criminal justice system. For 15 years, Prof. Ram has made a case that forensic genetic genealogy raises constitutional and ethical concerns, including 4th amendment violations, based on the lack of voluntarin…

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#028 – Jan 6th Trump Mock Trial, Crisis Management, and Defending Gov. Cuomo + Sen. Franken, w/ Lanny Davis 57:28

6M ago57:28

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Sara and Jim are excited to release their first new podcast of 2024. The hosts welcome lawyer, crisis manager, and political consultant Lanny Davis to the show, and discuss the recent mock trial that Sara and Lanny participated in. They also highlight the importance of the presumption of innocence, and how innuendos in journalism and media create a…

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Episode 158- Kelly Gunther: 2014 USA Speed Skating Olympian 48:14

6M ago48:14

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www.GoodAthleteProject.comToday, Jim sits down with Kelly Gunther, a 2014 US Olympian in speed skating. At the age of 6, Kelly knew she wanted to be an Olympian when she saw others take the ice. She briefly took up figure skating before taking up in-line speed skating because she wanted to move faster than the music allowed. As an inline skater, sh…

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#027 – Hip Hop’s 50th Birthday, plus the Murders of Tupac & Jam Master Jay with Naima Cochrane 57:59

7M ago57:59

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In honor of Hip Hop’s 50th birthday, Sara and Jim are joined by music industry veteran and leading voice in Black music and culture, Naima Cochrane. Naima, Sara and Jim discuss the recent headline-making developments in two unsolved murder cases that have shaken the Hip Hop world for decades: Tupac Shakur and Jam Master Jay. As always, the hosts pr…

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#026 – The Truth About Lie Detectors, with Polygraph Expert Johnny Hartley 1:00:09

7M ago1:00:09

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This week Sara and Jim sit down with polygraph examiner Johnny Hartley to learn everything you could possibly ever want to know about the science of lie detection. Johnny speaks at length about just how different the reality of being testing via polygraph is to how the process seems on TV and in movies. He also answers questions about admissibility…

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#025 – Jim Griffin Episode w/ Hope Griffin. Plus Treasure Hunters, a Sting Operation, & Cat Justice 1:02:44

7M ago1:02:44

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Jim is in the guest seat this week to discuss some of the wildest cases he’s defended over the years. Helping to share some behind the scenes stories is surprise co-host, and Jim’s daughter, Hope Griffin. The group dives into the controversies surrounding a drug detection device called the ‘Quadro Tracker’, and why bringing home a present for your …

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Episode 157- Carissa Gump: 2008 USA Weightlifting Olympian 1:00:59

7M ago1:00:59

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www.GoodAthleteProject.com*[Correction] Foundation Executive DirectorToday, Jim sits down with Carissa Gump, a 2008 US Olympian in weight lifting. She is a multiple-time American record holder, a five-time consecutive American National Open champion, and is in the New England Weightlifting Hall of Fame. Carissa has spent her life in sport whether i…

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#024 – Bryan Kohberger’s Phone 'Off'? Plus Digital Forensics, and Kirby Smith Trial w/ Jim Persinger 1:05:25

7M ago1:05:25

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First up- some important announcements, and an expression of our gratitude! Sara and Jimmy G. then welcome forensic cell data expert, Jim Persinger to the podcast to discuss his extensive training and background in the constantly changing field of digital and cell phone technology. They talk with him about phone and cell tower analysis software, as…

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Episode 156- Pat Williams: Hall of Fame Legend & Revolutionary Leader 1:11:17

8M ago1:11:17

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www.GoodAthleteProject.comToday, Jim sits down with Pat Williams, a basketball Hall-of-Famer, former general manager of the Philadelphia 76ers, and co-founder of the NBA’s Orlando Magic. He’s also been the general manager with NBA teams in Chicago, Philadelphia, Atlanta, and Orlando, including the 1983 World Champion 76ers. He’s also beaten an incu…

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#023 – Dick Harpootlian on the Murdaugh Jury, The Clintons, and Convicted Killer Pee Wee Gaskins 58:57

8M ago58:57

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South Carolina State Senator, and Jim’s co-counsel on many cases, Dick Harpootlian makes his debut appearance on the podcast. Sara chats with Dick and Jim about the history of their working relationship as well as their decades long friendship. Jim and Dick share some BTS moments that may have landed one of them in a hot tub! They share the latest …

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#022 – Jerome Buting on Steven Avery, Jail and Bail, and Prosecutorial Misconduct 1:03:16

8M ago1:03:16

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Sara and Jim welcome high profile trial attorney Jerome Buting to talk about defending a case with pre-trial publicity. They discuss Jerome’s defense of Steven Avery, the flaws in the criminal justice system, as well as the lasting impact of the docuseries ‘Making a Murderer’. Later, Sara and Jim offer a couple of parallels to what Jim has experien…

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#021 – DNA in Exonerations, Brian Banks’ Freedom, & What’s Up with IGG with Justin Brooks 52:28

8M ago52:28

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Justin Brooks is a professor, attorney, and former Founding Director of the California Innocence Project. Sara and Jim speak with him about his incredible work handling wrongful convictions and freeing innocent people from prison. Justin also discusses his new book, ‘Why You Might Go To Prison Even Though You’re Innocent’, as well as what lead him …

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#020 – Thomas Mesereau on Defending Michael Jackson and Bill Cosby, plus Defendants Taking the Stand 53:20

8M ago53:20

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Trial guru Thomas Mesereau joins Sara and Jim at the top of the show. The trio of trial lawyers discuss his incredible accomplishments in the courtroom, as well as his relationship with media. They also discuss his defense of Michael Jackson, Bill Cosby, and more. As the show wraps up, Thomas discusses his life-changing pro bono work in the deep so…

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#019 – Joe McCulloch on Prosecutorial Misconduct, DUI 101, and the Murdaugh Case 1:09:38

9M ago1:09:38

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Sara and Jim open today’s show with a conversation about a Murdaugh juror who was excused because of a non-existent Facebook post. They are later joined by attorney and friend Joe McCulloch, who was noticeably front and center throughout the Murdaugh trial. They discuss the intersection of a Defendant’s right to a fair trial and the press’ 1st Amen…

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#018 – Live from CrimeCon: “Did He Do It? Can They Prove It?” Defending Bryan Kohberger 56:53

9M ago56:53

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Recorded before a live audience at CrimeCon 2023 in Orlando, Sara and Jim discuss the top issues surrounding the defense of alleged murderer Bryan Kohberger, ranging from the biggest holes in the case, to the realities of DNA evidence, Kohberger’s bushy eyebrows, and beyond. They are also joined by a different Brian… Brian Entin, Senior National Co…

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#017 – Becky Hill's Ethics + Federal Fentanyl Prosecution w/ DOJ Chief of Criminal Div. Mack Jenkins 1:06:53

9M ago1:06:53

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To begin this week’s podcast, Jim and Sara review the letter that the South Carolina Ethics Commission sent to Clerk Becky Hill in response to her request for ethics guidance on writing a book about the trial process. Sara then welcomes Chief of Criminal Division for the U.S. Attorney’s Office (Central District of California), Mack Jenkins to discu…

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#016 – Behind the Scenes of Criminal Defense, and Dick Harpootlian’s Advice to Murdaugh Jurors 1:08:51

9M ago1:08:51

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Sara and Jim continue their conversation about the state’s response to alleged jury tampering by Clerk Becky Hill during the recent trial of Alex Murdaugh. They react to Dick Harpootlian’s advice for jurors to seek legal representation, focusing on the importance of having legal representation even for a potential witness. Later in the show, produc…

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#015 – AG’s Response to Murdaugh Jury Tampering Motion, plus Fentanyl Prosecutions with Dave Aronberg 43:25

10M ago43:25

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Sara and Jim start off by discussing the AG’s response to the defense’s recent motion for a new trial for Alex Murdaugh based on allegations of jury tampering by Clerk Becky Hill. They analyze the state’s technical argument, and also discuss the laws being used to support their position. Really? Murdaugh has to submit a declaration? Following the b…

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Episode 155- Nina Kraus: Of Sound Mind 1:04:35

10M ago1:04:35

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GoodAthleteProject.comThis week, Jim sits down with Nina Kraus, a scientist, inventor, and musician. Nina studies the biology of auditory learning at Brainvolts Auditory Neuroscience Lab at Northwestern University. She began her career measuring responses from single auditory neurons and was one of the first to show that the adult nervous system ha…

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#014 – The ACLU’s Peter Eliasberg on Deplorable Prison Conditions and Re-Thinking the American Jail System 51:16

10M ago51:16

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Sara and Jim sit down with Peter Eliasberg of the ACLU. The conversation begins with a discussion about the nefarious conditions within the Los Angeles County jail system. They expose the flaws of running prisons for profits, and explore alleviating some of the burden by diverting detainees with mental illness into community facilities for care. Ji…

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#013 – The Tampering of the Alex Murdaugh Jury 50:22

10M ago50:22

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Immediately following today’s press conference regarding the trial of Alex Murdaugh, Sara and Jim unpack the bombshell revelations that Clerk of the Court Becky Hill allegedly influenced multiple jurors. They get to the heart of why the media is once again to blame for perverting justice, and why it’s so important for jurors to remain impartial. Be…

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#012 – Mo’Kelly on Britney Spears and Celebrity Justice; plus more #Kohberger Updates 1:25:53

10M ago1:25:53

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This week, Sara and Jim break down the latest #BryanKohberger hearing and discuss why it’s so important for the defense to have access to, and challenge, the actual investigation. They are then joined by radio host and media analyst Mo’Kelly. The conversation kicks off with an analysis of Britney Spears’ ongoing legal woes and claims. They also tal…

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#011 – Author Sam Quinones on Fentanyl and America’s Opioid Crisis, plus Bryan Kohberger IGG Updates 1:19:53

11M ago1:19:53

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Sara and Jim begin today’s podcast with a breakdown of the latest developments in the Bryan Kohberger case, including the prosecution continuing to keep their latest IGG findings a secret and Kohberger’s alibi. From there, The Presumption begins its first exploration of the country’s current opioid crisis by sitting down with author and journalist …

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Network Design: Branch Office Connectivity 58:25

11M ago58:25

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In this episode, we dive into the first episode of a three-part mini-series on network design. First design episode is centered around the branch office. We take a look at what a branch is, how they've typically have been designed and where the future of the branch is headed. We talk some design aspects, some models of switches and routers and also…

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#010 – Actor Edward Furlong on Addiction, Sobriety, and his Iconic Filmography 49:58

11M ago49:58

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Actor Edward Furlong joins Sara, Jim, and Matt right at the top of the show. They talk about Eddie’s incredible debut performance as a child actor opposite Arnold Schwarzenegger in Terminator 2, as well as some of the other legendary talents he’s worked with. They also chat about his spiral into addiction, his last run-in with the law, how Sara div…

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#009 – BTK Killer’s Daughter Kerri Rawson. Plus- Lori Vallow Sentenced to LWOP 1:32:23

11M ago1:32:23

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Sara and Jim break down the sentencing of Doomsday Cult Mom Lori Vallow. Later they’re joined by Kerri Rawson, daughter of the BTK Killer, to discuss how she’s come to terms with her father’s horrifying crime spree, learning how to forgive, and advocacy for other crime family victims. As the show wraps up, they all share their thoughts on the perce…

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TechNews Unleashed: July Tech News Roundup 51:10

11M ago51:10

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In this episode, Alex and Pat discuss Twitter's rebrand to X, Meta's Threads as competition to X, Google Cloud Platform turning a profit for the first time, Pat's time at Networking Field Day, and Cisco U features and capabilities! If you're interested in Cisco's Rev Up to Recert initiative they have going on right now, check out this link Support …

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#008 – Hunter Biden’s Plea & Sementilli Murder. Plus- Dr. Jeff Whiting on Mental Illness & Addiction 1:23:20

11M ago1:23:20

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Today’s show begins with a breakdown of why Hunter Biden’s plea deal fell apart. Sara and Jim also react to the high-profile murder of Wella mogul Fabio Sementilli, whose killer pled guilty to LWOP instead of going to trial. Later- Sara and Jim are joined by Dr. Jeff Whiting for an in-depth discussion about mental illness and addiction in the crimi…

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Leadership Unleashed: What's in a Leader? 1:42:24

11M ago1:42:24

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We're back this week talking about what leadership looks like at all levels of the IT spectrum. What does it take to get to the next level when leadership is involved? What are some good leadership qualities, some bad ones, and everything in between! Join us as we break it all down! Support the Show. Like us? Give us a review on Podchaser or Apple …

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#007 – Bryan Kohberger is NOT Rex Heuermann. Plus, a ‘Look Back’ at #MeToo with Jennifer Bonjean 1:10:55

11M ago1:10:55

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This week, Sara and Jim give a Crime Time update on the latest in the #BryanKohberger case, including hyperbolic claims of ‘planted’ DNA evidence, whether he has an alibi, and the exercise of his speedy trial right. They also dismantle the notion that Kohberger is in any way comparable to the LISK Rex Heuermann case. Later, the hosts welcome attorn…

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#006 – Murdaugh Phone Calls LEAKED! Plus Bryan Kohberger Jury Selection Tactics with Richard Gabriel 1:23:26

12M ago1:23:26

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Hello? A prison call between Buster and Alex Murdaugh is leaked and mischaracterized by media. Sara and Jim have the inside scoop and share some breaking news. Sara shares about a DA who had spied on her call with a client. Later, high profile trial and jury consultant Richard Gabriel joins the show to share his thoughts on jury selection in the #B…

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#005 – Idaho4 Galore: The Latest in the #BryanKohberger case; and Death Penalty 101 with Mark O’Mara 1:17:28

12M ago1:17:28

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Today’s episode focuses entirely on the case against #BryanKohberger. Sara and Jim unpack a wide range of legal issues from unreliability of certain types of evidence, and the defense’s game plan as it appears from the filings. Following the hosts’ shout out to our nation’s most hard-working lawyers, public defenders, George Zimmerman attorney Mark…

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Cisco Live Review 1:14:06

12M ago1:14:06

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We're back! This week we talk about Alex and Pat's experience at Cisco Live. Join us as we break down the good, the bad and everything else! Support the Show. Like us? Give us a review on Podchaser or Apple Podcasts to let us know! Follow Breaking Down the Bytes! Linkedin | Twitter | Facebook | Discord Want to give feedback? Fill out our survey Ema…

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