Best Ron Trail Podcasts (2025)

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Did Solitary Confinement Force Richard Allen’s Breakdown? The Delphi Case They Don’t Want Examined | 2025 True Crime 1:38:38

41m ago1:38:38

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This episode exposes one of the most disturbing and overlooked elements of the Delphi murders investigation: the psychological collapse Richard Allen allegedly suffered while held in prolonged solitary confinement before trial. Listeners will hear how isolation, lack of human contact, and extreme mental distress pushed Allen into a fragile, deterio…

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Koop AI: Revolutionizing Athlete Training 50:38

6h ago50:38

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In this episode, we sit down with the man who literally wrote the book on ultra endurance training: Jason Koop. From his new home base in France, Koop discusses his most ambitious project yet—Koop AI. Described as "his brain in a box," Koop AI represents a massive shift in how technology interacts with athlete development. We dive deep into the phi…

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Delphi Interrogation Bombshell: Did Investigators Push a Narrative Instead of the Truth? | 2025 True Crime 1:12:59

1h ago1:12:59

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The interrogation practices used in the Richard Allen case have become one of the most troubling — and consequential — aspects of the Delphi murders investigation. In this episode, we break down the reported tactics that raise profound ethical and procedural concerns far beyond Carroll County. From the use of deceptive pretenses to initiate questio…

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The Delphi Interrogation Twist: Ballistics Doubt, Solitary Breakdown, and Richard Allen’s Plea for Relief | 2025 True Crime 1:05:49

1h ago1:05:49

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In this episode, we take a hard look at the second police interrogation of Richard Allen and the claims investigators made about ballistics evidence. Authorities described the forensic link between Allen’s firearm and a bullet allegedly recovered near the Delphi crime scene as ironclad. But experts have repeatedly warned that this type of compariso…

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Inside the Richard Allen Interrogation: The Shocking Tactics Police Never Expected to Be Exposed | 2025 True Crime 1:01:58

19h ago1:01:58

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The Richard Allen interrogation at the center of the Delphi murders case has become one of the most fiercely debated moments in modern true crime. This episode dives deep into the alleged tactics investigators used during the October 13th and October 26th interviews—tactics that raise serious questions about procedure, ethics, and the integrity of …

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The Bullet Test FAILED. So They Changed The Test. Richard Allen Appeal EXPOSED 20:45

2d ago20:45

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The state's key physical evidence against Richard Allen was a single unspent bullet found at the Delphi crime scene. What the jury never learned is that the first test came back negative. ISP firearms analyst Melissa Oberg cycled six cartridges through Allen's gun and compared the marks to the crime scene round. According to trial testimony documen…

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The Lies That Launched The Delphi Case: Richard Allen’s BS Warrant EXPOSED 23:14

3d ago23:14

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Richard Allen's appeal makes a stunning allegation: the search warrant that launched the entire Delphi case was built on misrepresentations. In 2017, witness Sarah Carbaugh told police she saw a man walking down the road wearing a tan jacket. He was muddy. In 2022, Detective Tony Liggett swore under oath that Carbaugh described the man as wearing a…

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Charleston’s Chemical Spill and the Fragile Promise of “Safe” Water 48:44

4d ago48:44

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Send us a text Things I Want To Know Don’t Boil the Water | Charleston, West Virginia A sweet smell coming out of the tap should never turn into a guessing game. In this episode, we dig into the 2014 Charleston, West Virginia chemical spill that sent crude MCHM from a neglected storage tank straight toward a municipal water intake, forcing 300,000 …

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113 Pages of Bombshells: Breaking Down Richard Allen's Full Appeal 1:08:40

6d ago1:08:40

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Richard Allen's appeal just dropped — and it's not a narrow legal technicality. It's 113 pages alleging the entire Delphi case was built on lies, omissions, and constitutional violations. The defense claims Detective Liggett's warrant affidavit changed witness descriptions to fit Allen. Betsy Blair described Bridge Guy as young, early twenties, wit…

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Joey Silva talks about his AOY season 48:02

8d ago48:02

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The Kayak Division of BAM has crowned a new AOY and his name is Joey Silva. In this episode Joey discusses how he went against the stacked field of Anglers this year and managed to stay so consistent that he was able to take home the most coveted title in Bass Fishing. Joey talks about how grateful he is that BAM has brought this platform to the we…

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Vanished Without A Trace 57:44

12d ago57:44

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Send us a text Two women vanish in Arkansas, sixteen years apart, and the details still don’t sit right. In this episode, we examine the disappearance of 18-year-old Cleashindra Hall in Pine Bluff in 1994 and art teacher Mary “Jimmie” Bobo Shinn in Magnolia in 1978. Two very different lives. Two very different towns. The same outcome: unanswered qu…

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Richard Allen’s Conviction Under Fire — The Evidence That Didn’t Add Up-WEEK IN REVIEW 59:33

11d ago59:33

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In this episode, I sit down with defense attorney and trial analyst Bob Motta to examine two major developments shaking the foundation of the Delphi case: the collapse of the timeline investigators built around the murders of Abby Williams and Libby German, and the sweeping appeal just filed on behalf of Richard Allen. For years, the investigative …

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Moving Forward with Josh Coleman ep.93 34:40

14d ago34:40

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In this episode, Coach Brian interviews Josh Coleman, who shares his journey into ultra running, the impact of grief on his life, and how running has become a source of solace and healing after the tragic loss of his wife. Josh discusses his experiences in ultra races, the importance of community, and how writing a book about his journey has helped…

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The Delphi Appeal They Don't Want You to See | Richard Allen's Defense Exposed EVERYTHING 24:07

17d ago24:07

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Richard Allen is serving 130 years for the murders of Abby Williams and Libby German. The jury has spoken. But his defense team just filed something unprecedented—a request to submit an appeal brief nearly double the standard size. Ten issues. Nine constitutional claims. And a roadmap of everything that went wrong in this case. In this episode, we …

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Giving Gear a Second Life: Sustainability, Ultras, and Reducing Barriers with Jes Parker 1:00:04

24d ago1:00:04

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This week, Mandy Mullen and Coach Brian Passenti sit down with Jes Parker, the founder of the innovative new enterprise, Take2Trail.com In a sport where gear can be prohibitively expensive and environmental waste is a growing concern, Jes is changing the narrative. We dive deep into her personal journey from accidental runner to Backyard Ultra comp…

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Angler of the Year Tyler Madden 55:40

22d ago55:40

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Tyler Madden joins us fresh off securing the 2025 Angler of the Year title. He opens up about what this achievement means to him, how he maintained his focus throughout the year, and the mental game needed to stay consistent across a tough BAM Trail schedule. Tyler also shares insight on the event that nearly derailed his season and how he battled …

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The Delphi Lead Police IGNORED for Years: Kegan Kline’s Digital Trail Led To Girls 31:21

24d ago31:21

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In today’s episode, we take you down the digital side of the Delphi investigation — the part that never made headlines, but quietly drove some of the biggest moves police made in the early days of the case. This is the story of the “anthony_shots” account, the secret life of Kegan Kline, and the bizarre three-year gap between his confession and his…

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A Broken Brain, A Violent Trail Across Wartime Arkansas. Red Hall, the killer History overlooked 1:00:51

28d ago1:00:51

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Send us a text Paul G and Andrea trace the violent trail of James “Red” Hall across wartime Arkansas, where a hellfire upbringing and a childhood head injury twisted a drifter into a man who turned small moments into real-life dead ends. A .38 revolver ties the bodies together. The chaos of World War II gives him cover. And Arkansas rushes him from…

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Delphi Investigation Exposed: The Stunningly Bad Police Work Behind the Case 21:13

29d ago21:13

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In the Delphi murders, the public was told a simple story: the police put the pieces together, the system worked, and justice was finally served. But when you actually read the documents — the transcripts, investigator depositions, Franks filings, internal notes, and the raw exhibits tucked into the case file — a very different picture emerges. Thi…

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Courage over Comfort: Ron Aladaniyi 56:33

29d ago56:33

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In this episode, Coach Brian and Mandy Mullen engage in a heartfelt conversation with Ron Aladeniyi, an ultra runner who shares his journey to the Leadville 100. They discuss the importance of community, gratitude, and personal growth in the world of ultra running. Ron reflects on his experiences, the challenges he faced, and the joy he finds in th…

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The Delphi Files Exposed — Inside the Incompetent Investigation That IGNORED Red Flags 16:58

1M ago16:58

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In this episode, I’m pulling back every layer of the Delphi murders investigation — the layers the public was never supposed to see. The depositions. The affidavits. The early FBI involvement. The abandoned suspects. The suppressed evidence. The symbolic crime-scene elements no one wanted to touch. The Ron Logan raid the state now pretends never ha…

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Kelly Wilson and the Evil that Gilmer, Texas Mistook for the Truth 1:01:17

1M ago1:01:17

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Send us a text In 1992, seventeen year old Kelly Wilson vanished in Gilmer, Texas. A short walk from a video store to her car became one of the most debated missing person cases in Texas history. What should have been a focused, evidence driven investigation was quickly consumed by the national Satanic Panic that overtook the early nineties. Gilmer…

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Holeman’s Testimony EXPOSES How Badly Delphi Was Investigated-WEEK IN REVIEW 19:57

1M ago19:57

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In today’s episode, we take a hard, relentless look at Lieutenant Jerry Holeman’s testimony in the Delphi murders case — and what it reveals about the investigation that led to the conviction of Richard Allen. This isn’t speculation. This isn’t rumor. This is straight from the sworn record: the contradictions, the assumptions, the missing analysis,…

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Delphi’s Ignored Leads — Why Investigators Dropped the Red Flags-WEEK IN REVIEW 59:37

1M ago59:37

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Today, defense attorney Bob Motta and I take a hard look at one of the most troubling aspects of the Delphi murder investigation: the leads that were dismissed, minimized, or never meaningfully followed. The depositions show something the public has never had a clear window into — investigators explaining why certain suspects weren’t pursued, why c…

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The Human Mistakes That Shaped Delphi — FBI Behavioral Expert Reveals All 40:35

1M ago40:35

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In this episode, Robin Dreeke — former FBI Special Agent and one of the country’s top behavioral analysts — joins me to examine the Delphi murders investigation through the only lens that can truly explain the depositions: human error. Evidence doesn’t make decisions. People do. And the depositions show a team of people overwhelmed, overloaded, and…

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Holeman’s Testimony EXPOSES How Badly Delphi Was Investigated 19:52

1M ago19:52

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In today’s episode, we take a hard, relentless look at Lieutenant Jerry Holeman’s testimony in the Delphi murders case — and what it reveals about the investigation that led to the conviction of Richard Allen. This isn’t speculation. This isn’t rumor. This is straight from the sworn record: the contradictions, the assumptions, the missing analysis,…

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Why the Delphi Investigation Collapsed — Former FBI Chief Explains 18:30

1M ago18:30

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In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Robin Dreeke — retired FBI Special Agent and former head of the Counterintelligence Behavioral Analysis Program — for a deep dive into the psychological collapse that happened inside the Delphi investigation. This isn’t about evidence. This is about behavior. The behavior of the investigators who shape…

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The Delphi Timeline Is Falling Apart — What Investigators Said Under Oath 35:16

1M ago35:16

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In this episode, I sit down with defense attorney and trial analyst Bob Motta to examine the most explosive development yet in the Delphi case: the collapse of the timeline investigators built around the murders of Abby and Libby. For years, the timeline was treated as settled. But when you read the depositions, the cracks spread fast. Bob and I br…

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Delphi Investigators’ Behavior Makes No Sense — Ret FBI Robin Dreeke Breaks It Down 22:23

1M ago22:23

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In today’s episode, former FBI Special Agent and Chief of the Counterintelligence Behavioral Analysis Program, Robin Dreeke, joins me for a breakdown unlike anything you’ve heard about the Delphi case. Forget the sanitized, press-conference version of this investigation. Robin and I go deep into the human psychology behind the breakdown — the way i…

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New BAM Champ tells all With Mason Mcabee 55:24

1M ago55:24

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Mason Mcabee talks with us about the Championship win he just had on Clearlake. He discusses what he learned about a lake he has been fishing since he was 4. He breaks down his bait's his rods. Reels and line for this epic win. Mason discusses what his year on the BAM Trail has meant to him and what it means to have a true Pro Bass trail here on th…

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Delphi Investigators Implode Under Oath — The Depositions Change Everything 24:35

1M ago24:35

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In our latest interview, defense attorney Bob Motta joins me to dissect the one thing the public never truly got to see in the Delphi murders case: the investigators themselves, speaking under oath. And what those depositions reveal isn’t a unified, focused, evidence-driven investigative team — it’s a fractured, inconsistent, internally conflicted …

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The Delphi Investigation Was a Train Wreck — Here’s the Evidence EXPOSED! 21:50

1M ago21:50

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In the Delphi murders case, the public has only ever been shown one version of events — a clean timeline, a single suspect, and an investigation that supposedly marched in a straight line toward justice. But once you start digging into the actual depositions of the investigators who built the case against Richard Allen, that clean version evaporate…

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Delphi’s Ignored Leads — Why Investigators Dropped the Red Flags 59:32

1M ago59:32

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Today, defense attorney Bob Motta and I take a hard look at one of the most troubling aspects of the Delphi murder investigation: the leads that were dismissed, minimized, or never meaningfully followed. The depositions show something the public has never had a clear window into — investigators explaining why certain suspects weren’t pursued, why c…

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From Tri to Trail: Cameron Pearson's Ultrarunning Evolution ep.90 53:11

1M ago53:11

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In this conversation, Cameron Pearson shares his journey from triathlons to ultra running, highlighting the importance of community, mental strength, and preparation in endurance sports. He discusses his experiences at various races, including Moab and Tahoe, and emphasizes the significance of giving back to the running community through volunteeri…

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Did Michael Ronning Kill One Woman… Or Ten? 1:02:44

1M ago1:02:44

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Send us a text In this Episode we dive into the case of Michael Ronning, a convicted murderer who spent years bragging about killings no court ever proved. His life stretched from Michigan to Arkansas to Florida, and everywhere he went the same pattern followed: a missing girl, an unexplained death, and a story he couldn’t resist inserting himself …

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From Seizure to Summit: The Unstoppable Mind of Deborah Anderson ep89 47:22

1M ago47:22

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Join us for an incredibly candid and inspiring conversation with Deborah Anderson, a competitive ultra athlete who just secured a phenomenal third-place female overall finish at the grueling Moab 240! Deborah shares the complete story of her radical transition from a non-runner to an elite endurance competitor, starting at the age of 35. She dives …

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The 1972 Bombing of a Small-Town Cop 52:02

2M ago52:02

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Send us a text A police lieutenant turns the key, presses the brake, and his truck erupts. He lives. The case almost disappears. We set out to learn why a 1972 Springdale, Arkansas bombing barely made the paper and what the town didn’t (or wouldn’t) say out loud. Along the way we sketch the real backdrop: a rural region on the cusp of change, where…

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Fall/winter Transition and a Super 60 Championship Preview with Jake Arbuckle 1:00:14

2M ago1:00:14

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Born and raised on the California Delta, Jake Arbuckle is as true a Delta angler as they come. After grinding all season to earn his spot in the BAM Super 60 Championship, Jake sits down to discuss what makes Clear Lake such a perfect fishery for a season finale. He also offers his thoughts on who might walk away with the title (even though we didn…

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Kilian Korth Has a Message For You ep88 1:01:49

2M ago1:01:49

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Ultra runner Kilian Korth is back for his second appearance on the show (he was last on Ep 74!) to dive deep into the world of extreme endurance. In this episode, Kilian shares candidly about his recent experience at the Moab race, discussing the unexpected challenges he faced, including tough weather conditions and the necessary mental strategies …

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Dan Zolnikov: The Monster Behind the Taco Bell 50k ep87 59:56

2M ago59:56

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Get ready for an episode that's part hilarious ultra-running chat, part inspiring community spotlight! Mandy Mullen and Coach Brian sit down with Dan Zolnikov, one of the masterminds behind the now-legendary Taco Bell 50K. What started as a whimsical, slightly absurd challenge among friends has blossomed into an annual grassroots event that raises …

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Kilian Korth Has a Message For You... ep88 1:01:49

2M ago1:01:49

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Ultra runner Kilian Korth is back for his second appearance on the show (he was last on Ep 74!) to dive deep into the world of extreme endurance. In this episode, Kilian shares candidly about his recent experience at the Moab race, discussing the unexpected challenges he faced, including tough weather conditions and the necessary mental strategies …

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Dan Zolnikov: The Monster Behind the Taco Bell 50k ep87 59:55

2M ago59:55

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Get ready for an episode that's part hilarious ultra-running chat, part inspiring community spotlight! Mandy Mullen and Coach Brian sit down with Dan Zolnikov, one of the masterminds behind the now-legendary Taco Bell 50K. What started as a whimsical, slightly absurd challenge among friends has blossomed into an annual grassroots event that raises …

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Running on Purpose: Sobriety, Sponsorships, and the Scramble for the Hard Rock Lottery ep86 42:47

2M ago42:47

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Buckle Up: An Ultra Running Conversation – Exploring the Ultra Running Community Hosts Mandy Mullen and Coach Brian are flying solo this week to unpack their latest deep dives into the world of endurance sports. Get ready for an episode full of insights and stories from the heart of the ultra running community! Join us as we recap key takeaways fro…

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Backseat Bass Men With Roy Desmangles and Paul Howard 1:20:34

2M ago1:20:34

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Fishing as a Co-Angler can be one of the toughest yet most rewarding ways to break into professional bass fishing. In this episode, Roy and Paul share how they’ve made careers fishing from the back of the boat — offering insight from more than 75 years of combined experience. They dive into: -Their go-to baits and setups for success from the back d…

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From Jane Doe To Rebecca Sue Hill: DNA, Missteps, And A Trail Across States 1:02:57

2M ago1:02:57

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Send us a text A nameless girl lay in a Florida forest for decades, filed under Judy Doe and lost to a noisy era of serial predators and thin evidence. Forty years later, genetic genealogy restores her identity—Rebecca Sue Hill, a teenager from Arkansas—and forces us to confront how a single misidentification can bury a case and mute a family’s que…

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From Stroke to Stride: This is Mark Vega ep.86 1:20:01

2M ago1:20:01

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In this engaging conversation, Mark Vega shares his inspiring journey from a life-altering motorcycle accident and two strokes to becoming a passionate ultra runner. He discusses the transformative power of running, the importance of community support, and his emotional experiences during his first marathon. Mark emphasizes that it's never too late…

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A Small Town, A Vanished Child, And The Case That Won’t Let Go 1:00:52

3M ago1:00:52

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Send us a text The story starts on a quiet May evening in 1991 and never really stops echoing. A nine-year-old sets out to sell costume jewelry in a tiny Arkansas town where people wave from porches and the fields hold the day’s last light. By week’s end, she’s found in a ditch four miles away, and everything residents believe about safety, trust, …

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Where Is Richard Allen Now? The Vanishing Defendant & The Corrupt Justice System-WEEK IN REVIEW 1:07:38

3M ago1:07:38

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In this final segment, we tackle the eerie silence surrounding Richard Allen’s current status in the Oklahoma prison system. Even his wife Kathy—who hasn’t seen him since the conviction—is still waiting weeks into a background check just to visit. Advocacy groups and legal experts can’t even find his inmate listing. So the question becomes: where i…

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Mental Collapse or Delphi Murder Admission? Richard Allen Jail Calls Exposed 38:33

3M ago38:33

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This second segment dives into the devastating mental deterioration of Richard Allen during his 13-month pretrial incarceration in solitary confinement—what the state called a “safekeeping order.” Tony, Stacy, Todd, and Bob break down how Allen was isolated, broken down, and allegedly manipulated into confessing to the Delphi murders—not through fo…

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Delta has a New Champ with Bryant Smith 49:47

3M ago49:47

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Bryant Smith has been fishing the Delta with his Dad for years and has never had a Big win until now. In this episode we talk about all three days of the event the lures he chose the tide he was looking for and how he made it all come together to secure the win. kick back and enjoy this episode it has a lot of good tips and tricks that could help y…

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