Two lifelong friends and propaganda lovers from the Gulf Coast look at and discuss media portrayals of politics from ongoing news media narratives to film and television. Updates at LEAST 2x a month.
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One Last Cast Podcast is your gateway to reports, tips, and more on fishing Galveston and the Texas coast. Focusing on fishing and kayaks, you'll be able to up your game on finding speckled trout, redfish, flounder, and more! You'll be guided along the way by co-hosts Merriel Solesky and Jonathan Hua, two kayak anglers who simply love fishing and sharing their knowledge. Watch us live every other Tuesday on our Facebook page so that you can join in for our live Q&A segment. Or, head over to ...
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Clueston is true crime podcast focused on terrifying incidents that occurred in Houston, Texas and the surrounding Gulf Coast region. The subject matter is limited to Southeast Texas because it allows the show’s host to travel to crime scenes and other relevant locations so she can provide listeners with a more immersive experience.
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"Hurricane Season" is an eight-episode podcast that explores how major storms going back to 1900 greatly impacted Greater Houston people and policies. As we approach the one year anniversary of Hurricane Harvey, the nation's worst rainstorm, Houston Public Media takes a look back at some of the biggest storms that have impacted the Gulf Coast and its development, policies, and people. "Hurricane Season" host Andrew Schneider starts with the Great Galveston Hurricane of 1900.
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Nearly one year later, community leaders, public servants, and everyday Houstonians reflect on Hurricane Harvey and how the storm changed their lives – from the way they define community to how they envision their future and the future of Houston. On the verge of another hurricane season, people share personal stories of coming together, survival and transformation.
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Weekly reflections from Mike Rinehart, bishop of the Texas-Louisiana Gulf Coast Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. Podcast includes relevant ideas about preaching on the revised common lectionary.
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The Texas VC Podcast hosted by @texasvc interviewing the leaders of the Texas entrepreneurial community.
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The Best of Texas Beaches, hosted by native Texan Bruce Abbott, is a podcast dedicated to exploring the beaches and bays along the Texas gulf coast. Listeners can tune in to hear stories of local culture, fun activities to do, historical points of interest, events coming up in the area, as well as great restaurants, places to stay, and attractions - all of which can be found on TexasBeaches.net.
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Ink Well, a podcast presented by Tintero Projects & Inprint "Ink well." —a suggestion/salutation/blessing to the literary community of Houston, the Texas Gulf Coast, and beyond. Join writers, educators, activists, and founders of Tintero Projects Jasminne and Lupe Mendez, as they work with Inprint, a 30+ year old nonprofit literary arts organization in Houston, Texas, to host Ink Well, a new podcast for anyone engaged in the world of reading and writing. With their energy, charismatic wit, a ...
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Join hosts Chicken Fried BBQ and LC BBQ along with producer Piglitically Incorrect BBQ Competition as they give you a inside look through the world of competition barbecue. Each week, these seasoned pitmasters will share their tips, tricks, and some secrets for mastering the art of Comp BBQ, from perfectly smoked ribs to mouthwatering brisket. Get ready for lively debates, hilarious anecdotes, and behind-the-scenes stories from the competitive BBQ circuit. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a ...
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Episode 21 - Polish Story Hour: Wheat Embar-GO To The Polls!
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Witajcie słuchacze! Gather around and get ready for a story. This week, we're talking about the exciting world of... wheat! Alek breaks down a wheat scandal in Poland that has rocked Europe for over a year now while Conner's Americanized brain struggles to make sense of a political system with more than two parties. We promise you: it's way more en…
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Episode 20 - Cold Coffee Is For Closers feat. Nate Smith
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We're back with part two of our discussion with Nate Smith. This time around, we're talking about Mormon noir by way of Richard Dutcher's Brigham City (2001). We also do a little debunking about some Mormon myths amd set the record straight on Mormon swinging. Got something to say to the Propagandos hosts? Send us an email at propagandospod@gmail.c…
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Episode 19 - Elders Will Be Elders feat. Nate Smith
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We got another two-parter! This time around the Propagandos are talking with Nate Smith about Mormon cinema, specifically the works of Richard Dutcher. The conversation ended up being VERY long so we broke it up. In this episode, we're discussing God's Army (2000) and how accurately it portrays Mormon missionaries and the various flavors of crises …
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Episode 18 - Horizon: I Don't Like His Hat feat. Brian Huberman
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Saddle up, listeners! The Propagandos are joined by Brian Huberman, a documentarian and professor at Rice University who studies the Western genre, to discuss Kevin Costner's marriage-ending epic Horizon: An American Saga - Chapter 1. Conner, Alek and Brian debate about the historicity of the film - and if it really matters - as well as what Costne…
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Episode 55- Do a Beryl Roll! Post Hurricane Fishing
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Send us a Text Message. How has fishing been like after the hurricane Beryl'd its way through Houston? Join hosts Jonathan Hua and Merriel Solesky as they discuss! Want to join us live, ask a question, or even win some cool prizes? Join us on our Facebook page where we have our livestream! Shout Outs and Sponsors! 4A Custom Printing Dirty South Kay…
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Episode 17 - The Propagandos vs. Alex Jones
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This week, Conner and Alek take a look at a staple of good ol' fashioned Texas cranks: Alex Jones. The conversation starts with a breakdown of Jones' documentary Endgame: Blueprint for Global Enslavement (2007) and how these once fringe conspiracies are now on display in mainstream U.S. politics. To sober up, the Propagandos watch and discuss the r…
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Episode 16 - Arab Wilhelm Scream feat. Aamer
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It's part 2 of our discussion on the MCU (Muslim Cinematic Universe) with Aamer! This week, we're discussing The Lion of the Desert (1980), which was the big budget movie Moustapha Akkad agreed to make for Gaddafi in exchange for funding his indie passion project The Message (1976). Got a question or comment for the Propagandos boys? Send us an ema…
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Episode 15 - Propagandos Get The Message feat. Aamer
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We've got one heckuva guest this week, folks. Aamer joins us for the first half of a two-part series on the (Gaddafi-funded) cinematic masterpieces from Moustapha Akkad. In this episode, we are discussing The Message (1976), how it serves as a piece of propaganda for Islam and if it would be effective in helping Donald Trump find the light of the P…
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Send us a Text Message. What do you do when it's too hot to go fishing? Fish at night! Hosts Jonathan Hua and Merriel Solesky revisit a popular topic of fishing at night. Do you prefer the lights? Wading in the dark? Spooky stories? Let's talk about it! Want to join us live, ask a question, or even win some cool prizes? Join us on our Facebook page…
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Episode 14 - Gulf Coastal Elites: Big Trouble From Little Texas
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This week, Conner and Alek break down the 2024 Texas Republican Party Platform and what it means for the future of conservatism throughout the country. Spoiler Alert: it ain't good! Episode image art: https://www.texasmonthly.com/news-politics/greg-abbott-seized-power/ Recorded on Saturday, June 15th, 2024…
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E17 Shiggin Fried with Chicken Fried (Meatshots)
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in today episode we talk bbq with MeatshotsBy Bill Purvis, Phil Breeden, and Wes Garrett
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E12 Shiggin Fried with Chicken Fried (Ferg and Smitty)
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In todays episode with talk bbq with Ferg and SmittyBy Bill Purvis, Phil Breeden, and Wes Garrett
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E16 Shiggin Fried with Chicken Fried (Kit Polk)
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we sit down with Texas legend Kit PolkBy Bill Purvis, Phil Breeden, and Wes Garrett
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E13 Shiggin Fried with Chicken Fried (Legends in the Making)
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The tables were turned on this episode and me and Phil are the guests on our own showBy Bill Purvis, Phil Breeden, and Wes Garrett
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E14 Shiggin Fried with Chicken Fried (Gulf Coast Smoke)
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This episode brakes the bank! we have gulf coast smokeBy Bill Purvis, Phil Breeden, and Wes Garrett
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E15 Shiggin Fried with Chicken Fried (Lee Hickel)
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In this episode with talk with Lee HickleBy Bill Purvis, Phil Breeden, and Wes Garrett
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E9 Shiggin Fried with Chicken Fried (The Pitfather BBQ)
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In todays episode with sit down and talk with The Pitfather BBQBy Bill Purvis, Phil Breeden, and Wes Garrett
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E11 Shiggin Fried with Chicken Fried (Texas Oil Dust)
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In todays episode we talk BBQ with Texas Oil DustBy Bill Purvis, Phil Breeden, and Wes Garrett
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E10 Shiggin Fried with Chicken Fried (DD BBQ)
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Todays episode we sit down with DD BBQBy Bill Purvis, Phil Breeden, and Wes Garrett
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Episode 13 - Angel Studios Saga Vol 1: The Shift
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WE'RE BAAAAACK! This week, Conner and Alek kick things off with a deep dive on Angel Studios before going into a brief review of The Shift. The movie itself is loosely based on the Book of Job, so of course we have a brief conversation on suffering and what makes a GOOD Christian movie and if movies like this have cultural staying power. Recorded o…
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Send us a Text Message. Has your favorite fishing spot been overrun with people? While you may not be entitled to compensation, you may find that the fishing pressure does affect the fishing. Let's talk about it! Join in, relax, and let's talk fishing! Want to join us live, ask a question, or even win some cool prizes? Join us on our Facebook page …
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Send us a Text Message. One of the biggest challenges during the Spring is the elements. From high winds to higher-than-normal tides, how should you approach these conditions to maximize your outing? It should be an info-filled session! Stop by live, ask your questions, and join in on the fun! Want to join us live, ask a question, or even win some …
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Episode 12 - The State of Protesting feat. Sam Oser
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Conner and Alek are joined by Sam "The Unconventional Journalist" Oser (@samthemullet on Instagram) to discuss a recent Supreme Court decision to not hear McKesson v. Doe and the impact that can have on protesting in the Fifth Circuit (Texas, Louisiana and Mississippi). In this episode, Alek gives us a brief primer on how the different levels of co…
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Episode 11 - Okay... Well, What Kind of Podcast Are You?
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Conner and Alek got together to watch Alex Garland's divisive Civil War (2024) and had a LOT to say about it... so much so that they ended up recording two separate times! A lot of talk about the politics (or lack thereof) of the film, if it's representation of a domestic civil war is realistic and, of course, is the weaponry and military equipment…
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Episode 51- Spring and Exploring New Waters
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Send us a Text Message. Spring fishing can be tough on the Texas coast. It's also the perfect time to explore new waters while you're out there. Join hosts Merriel Solesky and Jonathan Hua as they discuss their thoughts on how to be successful during these transitional times. Want to join us live, ask a question, or even win some cool prizes? Join …
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Episode 10 - Silly-cario feat. Rafael de Leon
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Conner and Alek are joined by Rafael de Leon to discuss the Sicario movies! One is good, one is bad but they are both used to make your parents afraid of Mexico. Rafael also helps debunk some of the narco myths that the movies perpetuate and we're all left wondering if Benicio Del Toro can pull off a Mexican accent. CIA Review of Sicario: https://w…
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E1 Shiggin Fried with Chicken Fried (Fred Robles w/Rio Valley BBQ)
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We are jumping off the cliff, and building the wings on the way down! Me and LC BBQ are going to chop it up with none other than World Champion Fred Robles Rio Valley Meat BBQ - we have locked in Wes Garrett Piglitically Incorrect BBQ Competition Team as producer for the show!By William Purvis
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E4 Shiggin Fried with Chicken Fried (Brad Leighninger w/Gettin Basted)
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We will talk with LC BBQ on his World Championship, pork steaks with Heavy Smoke BBQ and Gettin' Basted, and upcoming The BBQ League eventsBy William Purvis
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Shiggin Fried with Chicken Fried (Pilot Episode)
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Lets talk about shiggin and what makes a good bbq podcastBy William Purvis
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E8 Shiggin Fried with Chicken Fried (Heath Riles BBQ)
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Tuesday is gonna be special! Heath Riles joins the podcast with Heavy Smoke BBQ and LC BBQ, and we think Piglitically Incorrect BBQ Competition Team might show up as our producer!!By William Purvis
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E5 Shiggin Fried with Chicken Fried (Triple H & Janky Leg BBQ)
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Join us tonight at !! We have a pair of World Champions! LC BBQ and myself will discuss their first experience with Champions Barbecue Alliance as well as RODEOHOUSTON Janky Leg BBQ Triple H BBQ Piglitically Incorrect BBQ Competition TeamBy William Purvis
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E7 Shiggin Fried with Chicken Fried (Robert Smith w/First Class BBQ)
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Episode 7! lets have a drink and talk Rodeo Austin! Joining the show we have First Class BBQ LC BBQ Piglitically Incorrect BBQ Competition TeamBy William Purvis
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E6 Shiggin Fried with Chicken Fried (Jason Sagmiller wRace Crew Drum Smokers)
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lets have a drink talk Rodeo Houston!! Joining the show we have RACE CREW DRUM smokers and Kevin Caldwell to discuss their epic RGC at HLSR!By William Purvis
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E2 Shiggin Fried with Chicken Fried (Chris Davis w/Crossed Rifles BBQ)
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Episode 2 - Get ready to meet Crossed Rifles BBQ!! He had a great showing at San Antonio Rodeo and has agreed to chop it up on Tuesday with LC BBQ Heavy Smoke BBQ and Piglitically Incorrect BBQ Competition TeamBy William Purvis
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E3 Shiggin Fried with Chicken Fried (Aaron Stoffer w/Man Meat BBQ)
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We have Man Meat BBQ on the show! Join me, LC BBQ, and Heavy Smoke BBQ to see what nuggets he's going to let fly! Also Fred Robles with Rio Valley Meat BBQ is standing in for Piglitically Incorrect BBQ Competition Team as our stand in producer!By William Purvis
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Episode 9 - The Jeff Yassification of TikTok
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This week, the show opens with Conner and Alek discussing two movies about social media: Not Okay (2022) and Mainstream (2020). This leads to a greater conversation about what it means to be a person and activist online and if it even matters. Finally, the boys discuss the proposed TikTok ban and Conner lays out the case for why it isn't going anyw…
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Episode 50- The First Tournament Win & Rigging Randomness
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Send us a Text Message. We talk a lot about kayaking and fishing on our podcast. What about kayak rigging? Let's look at what we look for when we rig our kayaks. Tune in and come with your questions! Want to join us live, ask a question, or even win some cool prizes? Join us on our Facebook page where we have our livestream! Shout Outs and Sponsors…
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Episode 8 - Bully My Heart At Lake Changjin
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We're back after an unintended break! This week, Conner and Alek discuss an actual propaganda film: The Battle At Lake Changjin. After that, a brief commentary on Joe Biden's SOTU speech and Trump's "fact-checking" on Truth Social. Finally, Conner talks about his experience getting bullied online. Watch the film for free here: https://www.youtube.c…
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Episode 7 - Jin-Woh: The Woowf Bwigade ฅ^•ﻌ•^ฅ feat. Rahul Rao
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Conner and Alek are joined by their good friend Rahul Rao to talk about Jin-Roh: The Wolf Brigade, the the works of Mamoru Oshii as a whole and an exploration of various stages of police states. Alek goes OFF on this one!!! You can hear the full version of A Nuanced Analysis Of Race Relations (Ytppl) by Rahul Rao & The Whites here: https://www.yout…
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Episode 49- Conservation and Texas Trout
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Send us a Text Message. We're going even further into the topic of conservation and Texas speckled trout. This time, we got Texas kayak fishing legends Capt. Scott Null and Capt. Dean Thomas who basically brought kayak fishing to the Texas coast. What are their thoughts on the matter? Tune in to find out. Want to join us live, ask a question, or ev…
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Episode 48- The New Texas Trout Limits
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Send us a Text Message. Our next episode is going to feature what should be a lively discussion on the new trout limits in Texas. We're bringing along local guide Justen Simpton for the ride. What are our thoughts on the matter? Should be a good one! Want to join us live, ask a question, or even win some cool prizes? Join us on our Facebook page wh…
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Episode 6 - Don't Come To The SOTU Tomorrow
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We return to our original show concept and get into some media criticism! Conner and Alek break down the pilot of Designated Survivor, the Keifer Sutherland led Neoliberal post-apocalyptic fantasy series where the entire leadership of the United States is wiped out in a terrorist attack and absolutely nothing changes (kinda). Recorded on February 1…
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Clueston 55: Back The Clue, The Murder Of Officer Elston Howard
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The murder of Houston Police Department's Vice Officer Elston Howard by the career criminal Robert Mitchell Jennings during the aggravated robbery of the Mr. Peepers adult arcade.By Kat Adams
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This week, Conner and Alek discuss Metal Gear Solid 2 (finally), Taiwanese elections, baptism culture, the defunding of UNRWA and discuss what propaganda actually is and how it works. Recorded Saturday, February 10th
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We tried and failed to record a full episode this week but life got in the way. Conner threw everything off by catching COVID-19 and infringed upon Alek's shift at the Parenting Mines. We'll see y'all next week, we promise! Recorded Monday, February 5th
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Episode 3 - Alamo 2.0: Texas LARPers
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The incident at Shelby Park has escalated into the Standoff at Eagle Pass and Twitter is abuzz with talk of another Civil War! Conner goes through a brief history of Texas' secession obsession and fear of the federal government and Alek walks us through why the chances of a civil war is less than likely. It's all so stupid! Special thanks to @jaket…
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Clueston 54: One Clue Over The Cuckoo's Nest
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The Murder of Nancy Shank by her son John Hiller Shank in the wealthiest part of Houston, Texas.By Kat Adams
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Send us a Text Message. We're back with Season 4 of the One Last Cast Podcast! Our first episode is going to be a good one with the owner and creator of Bixpy kayak motors, Houman Nikmanesh. Interested in motorizing your kayak? Join us live and ask questions for what should be an informative and lively discussion. Want to join us live, ask a questi…
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Episode 46- Recap, Trout, and What's Next
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Send us a Text Message. Our final episode of 2023! We'll go over our year of fishing, look ahead at the winter trout season, and maybe sneak in some of our 2024 plans. Want to join us live, ask a question, or even win some cool prizes? Join us on our Facebook page where we have our livestream! Shout Outs and Sponsors! 4A Custom Printing Dirty South…
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Episode 2 - Y'all Cowards Don't Even Chew Khat
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Wow, can you believe it? We didn't give up after the first episode! Conner and Alek open things up by apologizing for making light of offensive and horrible crimes that was included in the original cut of Episode 1 and promise to do better moving forward (then proceed to break that promise). Stories discussed in this episode include the court case …
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