The story of the world's most secret agents...the backups. For the first time in his career, Special Agent Chet Phillips has discovered that he can choose NOT to accept a mission! That means there's no choice but to send in the "B Team": A nervous pencil pusher promoted to the field, a computer hacker working off her sentence, a fading former sitcom star and a recently reassigned White House intern. A full cast comedy audio adventure with a new episode debuting each month!
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Culture Hackers
Robbe Richman and a cast of hackers, troublemakers, movers and shakers, Robbe Richman
A show all about culture hacking - at companies, in business and the world. The first episodes are the free audio book of Robert Richman's "Culture Blueprint."
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Silicon Valley. If this place were a country, it'd be the wealthiest on Earth. It's a place full of disruptors. But that's an edge that cuts both ways… Set in the cutthroat world of tech, The Valley gives you a prime time soap-style blast of drama, ambition, twists, and revenge twice a week. Cam, a hacker with a shadowy past, has come here to teach the most powerful people in the Valley a lesson. In a world full of high risk and high reward, revenge is a feature… not a bug.
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A podcast about the people involved in making Open Source happen. OSI logo trademarked by the Open Source initiative -> http://www.opensource.org/ Previously known as the WP Hacker Cast.
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Out of the land that brought you Sam Phillips, Percy Sledge, The Decoys, Shenandoah, Arthur Alexander, James Carr, Angela Hacker, The Alabama Shakes, The Swampers (Barry Beckett, Roger Hawkins, David Hood, Jimmy Johnson), and various other musicians as well as the home of both Fame Recording and Muscle Shoals Sound Studios (which recorded and mastered artists such as Aretha Franklin, The Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan, Lynard Skynard, The Allman Brothers Band, and many more), comes Shoals Area Mu ...
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Join CSI actors David Berman and Jon Wellner as they interview the actual forensic scientists and top law enforcement officials who contributed valuable research to the world’s number one crime drama. David and Jon will also share behind-the-scenes stories of working on the CSI franchise as well as converse with CSI legends Ted Danson, Marg Helgenberger, and other cast members. Berman and Wellner were not only actors on the show but also served the dual function of CSI forensic researchers f ...
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Bowden and Gloria are hunted like animals on while on their honeymoon…and Vice President Chet Phillips is in mid-flight. Written and Directed by Pete Barry & J. Michael DeAngelis Starring Chris Klaniecki as Skip Granger Nazli Sarpkaya as Mackenzie McGrath Dave Stanger as Bowden Montcrief Paige Klaniecki as Gloria Kovak Faith Dowgin as Section Chief…
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A phantom-like assassin threatens the opening of Bowden’s new show…and Speaker of the House Chet Phillips is sending back his soup. Written by J. Michael DeAngelis & Paige Klaniecki Directed by J. Michael DeAngelis Starring Chris Klaniecki as Skip Granger Nazli Sarpkaya as Mackenzie McGrath Dave Stanger as Bowden Montcrief Paige Klaniecki as Gloria…
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An idyllic Maine town is a hotbed of murder…and Secretary of Defense Chet Phillips is testifying before Congress. Written & Directed by J. Michael DeAngelis Starring Chris Klaniecki as Skip Granger Nazli Sarpkaya as Mackenzie McGrath Dave Stanger as Bowden Montcrief Paige Klaniecki as Gloria Kovak Faith Dowgin as Section Chief Zelda Anders with Kir…
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A survival themed reality show uncovers a hotbed of criminal activity in the uncharted jungles of South America…and Secretary of Defense Chet Phillips is getting coffee. Written by John Dowgin Directed by J. Michael DeAngelis Starring Chris Klaniecki as Skip Granger Nazli Sarpkaya as Mackenzie McGrath Dave Stanger as Bowden Montcrief Paige Klanieck…
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502: The World Is Way Too Much - Dead Reckoning - Part Two
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Section Chief Skip Granger must be stopped...at any cost. Written & Directed by Pete Barry Starring Chris Klaniecki as Skip Granger Nazli Sarpkaya as Mackenzie McGrath Dave Stanger as Bowden Montcrief Paige Klaniecki as Gloria Kovak Faith Dowing as Section Chief Zelda Anders with Kirk White as Chet Phillips and Katerina McGrath as The Mission Voice…
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501: The World is Way Too Much - Part One
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Terry Millionaire has almost completed his global surveillance system...and Section Chief Skip Granger has his finger on the button. Written & Directed by Pete Barry Starring Chris Klaniecki as Skip Granger Nazli Sarpkaya as Mackenzie McGrath Dave Stanger as Bowden Montcrief Paige Klaniecki as Gloria Kovak Faith Dowgin as Section Chief Zelda Anders…
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The Culture of Consumption with Ion Valis
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In this episode, we go into the culture of content, consumption and dopamine addiction with Ion Valis. Ion is a strategic advisor to entrepreneurs and executives. He helps them perform, transform, and flourish in an era of accelerating change. In 2014, he published his first book, The Magnificent Mistake: How We Can Earn More from Failure than We L…
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The night can play tricks on you in the big city…but not tonight. This really is another story about a clown. Written and Directed by Pete Barry Starring Paige Klaniecki as Gloria Kovak Dave Stanger as Bowden Montcrief Jill Ivey as Ellen Finklestein Pete Barry as Nate Gundry Bob Killion as Handsome Ralph and Kirk White as Chet Phillips Music, sound…
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There are a million stories in the big city. This is one of the stupidest. Written by John Dowgin Directed by Pete Barry Starring Paige Klaniecki as Gloria Kovak Dave Stanger as Bowden Montcrief Bob Killion as Jake Mittens J. Michael DeAngelis as Giuseppe Toro Pete Barry as Mad Monty and John Dowgin as Sherman Stickler A complete transcript of the …
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The night is long in the big city. Almost as long as the long pancake. Written and Directed by Pete Barry Starring Paige Klaniecki as Gloria Kovak, P.I. Dave Stanger as Bowden Montcrief Kirk White as Chet Phillips and Bob Killion as Warburton and Boucher Music, sound editing, and mixing by Pete Barry A complete transcript of this minisode is availa…
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The Culture of Coaching, with Alan Heymann
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Alan Heymann is an executive coach, and was previously Vice President of Communications for The Humane Society of the United States. He also held various roles in the Government of the District of Columbia, including agency public information officer, mayoral speechwriter and legislative staffer. Earlier in his career, Alan was a television reporte…
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The Night Before Skipmas (Or, A Visit from The Admiral)
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It’s time for the EMF’s non-denominational holiday party! Gather round the fireplace as Bowden recites his own version of a Christmas classic. Written & Directed by J. Michael DeAngelis Adapted from “A Visit from St. Nicholas” by Clement C. Moore Starring Dave Stanger as Bowden Montcrief Paige Klaniecki as Gloria Kovak Nazli Sarpkaya as Mackenzie M…
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The Porch Room’s Michael, Pete, and John have spent years crafting ridiculous spy craft stories for Mission: Rejected, but nothing they’ve dreamed up can quite compete with 1997’s The Saint. Join them as they serve as the guest contestants for What Did We Just Watch?: The Movie Trivia Quiz Show Podcast. On What Did We Just Watch?, three contestants…
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Oops! All Bards is an actual-play RPG podcast that does exactly what it says on the box. Five newly-minted bards are supposed to join their adventuring parties after graduating from the Shalomir University of the Magical and Martial Arts, but an incident at commencement means they might be their nation's only hope. Join the all-bard party for adven…
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The Porch Room sits down with other audio drama creators (and frequent Mission: Rejected guest stars) to discuss the making of Season Four and the art of producing audio fiction. The Porch Room: Pete Barry, J. Michael DeAngelis, John Dowgin, and Paige Klaniecki. Special Guests: David S. Dear (A Ninth World Journal) and Shannon K. Perry (Oz-9) Starr…
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Terry Millionaire makes his move against the EMF…and Special Agent Chet Phillips is looking for Taylor Swift tickets. Season Finale. Written and Directed by Pete Barry Starring Chris Klaniecki as Skip Granger Nazli Sarpkaya as Mackenzie McGrath Dave Stanger as Bowden Montcreif Paige Klaniecki as Gloria Kovak Faith Dowgin as Section Chief Zelda Ande…
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The Cannes Film Festival is ground zero for a weaponized A.I. device…and Special Agent Chet Phillips is on a job interview. Written and Directed by J. Michael DeAngelis Starring Chris Klaniecki as Skip Granger Nazli Sarpkaya as Mackenzie McGrath Dave Stanger as Bowden Montcrief Paige Klaniecki as Gloria Kovak Faith Dowgin as Section Chief Zelda And…
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A New Orleans retail estate tycoon threatens the city with a weather controlling machine...and Special Agent Chet Phillips is delivering donuts. Written by Paige Klaniecki Directed by J. Michael DeAngelis Starring Chris Klaniecki as Skip Granger Nazli Sarpkaya as Mackenzie McGrath Dave Stanger as Bowden Montcrief Paige Klaniecki as Gloria Kovak Fai…
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Season finale! Cam is closer than ever to unearthing the truth about the experimental drug trial that led to her parents’ death. So why is she suddenly unsure that Nellie is the villain she thought? And if Nellie wasn’t responsible, who was? Plus, Sadie may finally be ready to forgive Alicia. But Erica - the woman who raised her as her own - isn’t …
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Cam returns as our narrator! Having found her way into Nellie’s inner circle, gained her trust and positioned herself to finally find the information she needs, Cam is closer than ever to tearing the Nelsons down. But to actually execute her plans she’ll need to trust the one person she thought she never would again - Sadie. Will teaming up against…
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In the wake of her appearance on the Rachel Austin show, Alicia finds herself abandoned again by both Nellie and Dwayne. And she can’t help but wonder if her audience will abandon her too. But a chance encounter with Rafael - and the spark between them - emboldens her not to loose hope. And even to try reconnecting with Sadie. But will the sudden r…
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New week, new narrator! Alicia Dubois has survived scandal and the cancellation of her show by the Nelsons - and now she’s more popular than ever. She’s reconnecting romantically with Dwayne Fisher, and more importantly, she’s finally come clean to Sadie about the true nature of their relationship. So why is Alicia plagued by nightmares of Erica, D…
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Once untouchable, Nellie now finds herself faced with public condemnation, and private threats. And while her new head of security, Rafael, may be able to help with the latter, there’s only one person she can think of who can help her with the former. Her former best friend and the very reason the public has turned against her - Alicia Dubois. Mean…
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New week, new narrator! Since the beginning of Season 1, there has been one powerful, but mysterious figure at the center of The Valley. But who is Nellie Nelson? A brilliant woman judged by standards no man would be held to? A cynical, power hungry businesswoman who doesn’t care who gets hurt as long as she comes out on top? As Nellie and Kyler’s …
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CS, I Love You: S1 E10 Law Abiding Maggots with Forensic Entomologist Dr. Jason Byrd
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David & Jon are joined by Entomologist Dr. Jason Byrd to discuss the fascinating role insects play in forensic science. If you like creepy crawly crime fighters, you're doing to love the Season 1 finale of CS, I Love You. (Content warning: Some listeners may be disturbed by sensitive details discussed in this episode. Viewer discretion is advised.)…
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Sadie thought Cam’s days of going after the Nelsons - no matter the danger - were over. But with Cam deciding to work for Nellie anyway, Sadie is left wondering whether Cam knows the truth. To make matters worse, Alicia’s fall from grace seems to have been anything but. She’s more popular than ever and spending more time with Dwayne. What dark secr…
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New Season, new narrator! Who is Cam's mysterious blackmailer? Why did they abduct Cam? The truth will be revealed as season 2 kicks off with Sadie as our central character. But when you hear the answers… you just may find yourself with more questions. ---- The Valley is a production of Frequency Machine and Arlan Was Here Productions ~ Written and…
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A former adversary needs the EMF to steal back experimental cloning technology from her ex-husband...and Special Agent Chet Phillips is catching up with an old friend. Written by Pete Barry and Jill Ivey Directed by Pete Barry Starring Chris Klaniecki as Skip Granger Nazli Sarpkaya as Mackenzie McGrath Dave Stanger as Bowden Montcrief Paige Klaniec…
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BONUS! - The Valley - Behind the Scenes with Co-Creator Arlan Hamilton and the Producers and Writer/Director of Season 1
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Arlan is joined by her partners in Podcast Soap Opera Crime, Frequency Machine’s Stacey Book and Avi Glijansky, to discuss the making of The Valley. Plus, Writer/Director Caleb Aldrich returns for a conversation about the current WGA Strike unfolding in Hollywood, why everyone involved with the show stands with the writers, and why anyone who loves…
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BONUS! - The Valley - Behind the Scenes of Season 1 with Co-Creator Arlan Hamilton, Cast and Crew!
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Is everything Cam thought she knew wrong? Is Sadie her savior or her undoing? After a season finale like that we know you have questions. Which is why Arlan Hamilton - founder of Backstage Capital, host of the Your First Million Podcast, entrepreneur, General Hospital Superfan, and of course the Co-Creator of The Valley - is here to dish. Joining A…
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Cam thought she appeased her blackmailer by leaking footage of Alicia bad-mouthing Nellie and Kyler Nelson. But it wasn't enough. Now, Cam's made an enemy - and when Sadie shows up at her apartment demanding answers, she’ll find out just how much she stands to lose. ---- The Valley is a production of Frequency Machine and Arlan Was Here Productions…
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Blackmailed by a mysterious caller, Cam must finish what she started when she threatened to expose Alicia - or risk Sadie discovering the truth she’s been hiding. The only problem is taking down Alicia will hurt Sadie too. Can Cam find a way to meet the Mysterious Caller’s demands, and keep her secrets safe all without hurting the woman she’s growi…
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CS, I Love You: S1 E9 Gone Phishing with Damon Hacker, CSXF
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For the penultimate episode of CS, I Love You’s first season, David and Jon are joined by digital forensics and cyber security expert Damon Hacker for a gore-free chat! Hacker sheds light on the Dark Web and explains how it differs from the Deep Web, as well as the flaws in image enhancement portrayals in film and TV. Support the Show.…
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Cam has worked hard to make sure no one in Silicon Valley knows who she really is. But when a mysterious - and unidentifiable - caller threatens to expose her, she has no choice but to agree to a meeting. Is this the end of the line? Or can the fast talking and quick thinking that have gotten her this far carry the day one more time? ---- The Valle…
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Cam’s manipulation of Alicia gets her one step closer to Nellie Nelson’s inner circle… but it also makes Alicia suspicious. Meanwhile, Sadie struggles with the revelation that her father was poisoned - and the threatening voicemail that points to a suspect she never would have suspected. ---- The Valley is a production of Frequency Machine and Arla…
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With Dwayne clinging to life in a coma, Cam does her best to comfort Sadie. But hospitals are the last place she wants to be - too many bad memories. And a visit by Alicia leaves Cam wondering... is Alicia checking on Dwayne out of concern? Or to make sure her tracks have been properly covered? ---- The Valley is a production of Frequency Machine a…
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The military secrets of a reclusive, hostile government are hidden in a soon-to-be released tabletop game...and Special Agent Chet Phillips is feeding the animals. Written by John P. Dowgin Directed by John P. Dowgin and J. Michael DeAngelis Starring Chris Klaniecki as Skip Granger Nazli Sarpkaya as Mackenzie McGrath Dave Stanger as Bowden Montcrie…
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When Cam overhears a very heated argument between Nellie and Kyler Nelson, two of the most powerful people in Silicon Valley, it seems like just the intel she needs… Until she gets busted. Can Cam talk her way out of trouble? Plus, a scandalous message is sent to everyone at Neillie and Kyler’s party leading everyone to wonder; who sent it? And who…
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CS, I Love You: S1 E8 Mouse House with Forensic Anthropologist Dr. Cassandra Kuba
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Forensic Anthropologist Cassandra Kuba joins David and Jon to discuss her more than 20 years of experience assisting with research questions for iconic TV shows like Bones, Rizzoli & Isles, and CSI. Additionally, in the third installment of “Behind the Research”, David and Jon preview their research process behind several episodes of Bones and CSI.…
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It’s the night of the biggest party in Silicon Valley - a pre-launch bash being thrown by tech royalty Nellie and Kyler Nelson on the eve of their next big venture. Cam, a brilliant computer science major from decidedly non-Valley origins, arrives on the arm of her new girlfriend, Sadie Fisher. Sadie has brought Cam here to introduce her to the tec…
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CS, I Love You: S1 E7 Welcome to Our Ted Talk with CSI Star Ted Danson
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David and Jon reunite with iconic actor Ted Danson, who starred as DB Russell on CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, to discuss Ted’s tenure on the show and divulge some never-before-told stories of David and Ted’s wild trip to Las Vegas. David and Jon also talk about their favorite CSI guest stars including Ozzy Osbourne, Wolfgang Puck, and Taylor Swi…
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To retrieve stolen missiles, the EMF must infiltrate a dating app convention...and Special Agent Chet Phillips is on the front porch. Written by Pete Barry & Paige Klaniecki Directed by Pete Barry Starring Chris Klaniecki as Skip Granger Nazli Sarpkaya as Mackenzie McGrath Dave Stanger as Bowden Montcrief Paige Klaniecki as Gloria Kovak Faith Dowgi…
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CS, I Love You: S1 E6 Deader the Better with Daniel Holstein, CSA
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Las Vegas Crime Scene Analyst Daniel Holstein joins David and Jon to discuss a variety of subjects including Daniel’s role as the inspiration for CSI’s chief protagonist, Gil Grissom, his unusual childhood as a “junior medical examiner” as well as his 20-year career working some of Sin City’s most challenging cases. Also, in their second installmen…
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CS, I Love You: S1 E5 Mind Your Manner of Death with Dr. Katherine Ramsland
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David and Jon are joined by forensic psychologist and author Katherine Ramsland, M.A., M.F.A, Ph.D. to discuss her ground-breaking work in the field of paranormal forensics as well as her experiences with one of America’s most notorious serial killers, Dennis Rader, aka The BTK Killer. (Content warning: Some listeners may be disturbed by sensitive …
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CS, I Love You: S1 E4 Crime After Crime with FBI Profiler Mark Safarik
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Behavioral Analyst and FBI Profiler Mark Safarik sits down with David and Jon to discuss a wide variety of topics including Mr. Safarik's tenure working violent crimes on the Wind River Indian Reservation, his up close and personal experiences with some of America’s most infamous serial killers as well as his insight into the disturbing field of el…
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McGrath's niece suspects there's something sinister happening on prom night...and Special Agent Chet Phillips is at a pool party. Written and Directed by J. Michael DeAngelisStarring Chris Klaniecki as Skip Granger Nazli Sarpkaya as Mackenzie McGrath Dave Stanger as Bowden Montcrief Paige Klaniecki as Gloria Kovak Faith Dowgin as Section Chief Zeld…
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CS, I Love You: S1 E3 Coroners & Medical Examiners & Forensic Pathologists, Oh My! with Dr. Jan Gorniak
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David and Jon are joined by Clark County (Las Vegas) Medical Examiner Dr. Jan Gorniak, DO, MHSA. The trio discuss Dr. Gorniak's esteemed career including her involvement in a number of high profile cases such as the infamous Ariel Castro kidnappings. They'll also break down the differences between coroners, medical examiners, and forensic pathologi…
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When you run a business, it's so tempting to try new things. But it can come at the cost of the core business. How many do you do? Which ones do you pick? I share my answer through a metaphor...By Robbe Richman and a cast of hackers, troublemakers, movers and shakers, Robbe Richman
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CS, I Love You: S1 E2 Ain't No Thang but a Fingerprint on a Cock Ring with CSI star Marg Helgenberger
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CS, I Love You’s second episode reconnects David and Jon with CSI leading lady Marg Helgenberger to discuss her iconic role as stripper-turned-crime fighter Catherine Willows. Marg shares some of her fondest memories from her time on CSI as well as a simply unforgettable ride-a-long to an actual crime scene so kinky it could only happen in Sin City…
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