Hosted by Aaron Alejandro, the Growing Our Future podcast is focused on strengthening agricultural science education in America so that students can develop their potential for personal growth, career success and leadership in a global marketplace. This show is sponsored by the Texas FFA Foundation. Learn more at https://mytexasffa.org/
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Kyle Ploof and Alejandro Dowling discuss Hollywood's murders, true crime, on-set deaths and more.
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When a fierce tribe of woodland elves - the Wolfriders - are burned from their homes by hostile humans, their chief, Cutter, must tap every reserve of strength and will to lead his people to safety. Barely surviving brutal setbacks, the Wolfriders discover to their astonishment other elves - the Sun Folk - who exist in the world they thought was theirs alone. Now refugees, the hardship of losing their forest home proves small compared to the spirit-twisting trials that follow when Cutter exp ...
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As coronavirus sweeps the globe... ...civil liberties are threatened... ...physical cash is abandoned... ...money printers go brrr... ...and bitcoin is halvening.
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In this episode of the Growing Our Future podcast, host Aaron Alejandro interviews Dale Alexander, a certified financial planner and author. They discuss the importance of gratitude, passion, and purpose in life. Dale shares his journey of personal growth and how he became passionate about financial planning. They also discuss the power of giving a…
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Six Flags Under: When Popular Theme Park Rides Become Fatal Attractions (Episode 130)
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Send us a Text Message. Going to a Six Flags Theme Park can be a lot of fun. You can fly like Superman. Hang out with Bugs Bunny. And wait in really long lines under the blazing hot sun. Okay, scratch that last one. But overall it’s a great time. Unless it happens to be your final resting place. Then it kinda sucks! Join us for a riveting ride thro…
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Dimebag Darrell's Last Show: A Night of Metal and Mayhem (Episode 129 ft. Ben Kissel)
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Send us a Text Message. Dimebag Darrell Abbott was a guitar legend who left an indelible mark on the world of heavy metal. Co-founding the legendary band Pantera, Darrell’s innovative riffs and electrifying performances catapulted him to global fame. With albums like Cowboys from Hell and Vulgar Display of Power, Pantera re-defined metal in the 199…
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In this episode, Aaron Alejandro interviews Madeleine Musick, an Agricultural Science Teacher at Elgin High School and founder of Farmstead Annalise. Madeleine shares her journey from being a non-traditional FFA student to establishing a successful family-run business in the food industry. She emphasizes the importance of students exploring their i…
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Kyle's Conspiracy Corner: Insane Theories on Titanic Survivor Violet Jessup, Actress Anne Heche and Killer Robert Durst (Episode 128)
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to Kyle's Conspiracy Corner, where we uncover the craziest theories that will make you question everything and nothing at the same time. Ever heard of Violet Jessop, the lady who survived the sinking of not one, not two, but three doomed ships? Was she just really good at swimming, or was she a Nazi terrorist? And th…
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In this episode, Aaron Alejandro hosts Sheldon McKinney, Executive Director of the Kentucky FFA Foundation. Sheldon shares her journey from a high school student in Eastern Kentucky to her current role, highlighting the pivotal role of her ag teacher in guiding her career path. She emphasizes the importance of curiosity, hard work, and vision in le…
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Creepy Lost Media: The Final News Report of Christine Chubbuck and Other Stories in Living Color (Episode 127 ft. Ben Kissel)
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Send us a Text Message. It was a beautiful Summer Day in Sarasota, Florida on July 15, 1974. At local station WXLT, news anchor Christine Chubbuck was reading the morning’s top headlines. Little did anyone know she was about to make broadcasting history by pulling out a gun and shooting herself. Many horrified people saw it unfold live on the airwa…
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Jinx! You Owe Me a Podcast: The Story of Robert Durst (Episode 126)
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Send us a Text Message. Robert Durst is the son of an American real estate magnate and the subject of Andrew Jarecki’s HBO docu-series The Jinx. Robert is accused of killing three people over the course of his life: His first wife, his best friend and close neighbor. Buckle up for this one because we’re about to go on a wild ride. Pinch poke, you o…
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In this episode of Growing Our Future, host Aaron Alejandro welcomes Marty Bryan, a multifaceted entrepreneur, seasoned restaurateur, and a beacon of hospitality. Marty shares his journey, beginning with his upbringing in the FFA, through his experiences in the restaurant industry, to his current ventures. He emphasizes the importance of gratitude,…
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Norm Macdonald: No Longer Living (Episode 125 ft. Ben Kissel)
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Send us a Text Message. In honor of OJ Simpson's death, we celebrate the life, career and death of the proverbial thorn in his side-- the legend himself: Mr. Norm Macdonald. Ben Kissel joins us in studio. Support the Show. Death in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof and Alejandro Dowling New episodes every Wednesday! https://linktr.ee/deathinent…
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Talked to Death: The True Tales of Murder from the Jenny Jones Show and Cristina's Court (Episode 124)
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Send us a Text Message. Renard Spivey was the bailiff on the Emmy award winning court show Cristina's Court. Jonathan Schmitz was an unsuspecting guest on the Jenny Jones show. What do these two have in common? Both would have daytime television appearances that would predate-- and foreshadow-- their arrests for murder. That's today on Death in Ent…
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In this episode of the "Growing Our Future" podcast, host Aaron Alejandro welcomes Karissa Jones, a Strategic Account Manager at BASF. Karissa shares her journey from a non-traditional agricultural background to her current role, emphasizing the importance of initiative, learning from setbacks, and developing soft skills through FFA involvement. Sh…
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The Demise of the King of Infomercials: How Don Lapre Paid The Ultimate Price For Scamming Customers (Episode 123)
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Send us a Text Message. What if I told you that you can unlock the secret to unlimited wealth and happiness just by listening to this episode? It's true. You can do it in your spare time – right out of your tiny apartment – without any hassle! If TV pitchman Don Lapre were still alive, he’d tell you the same thing. He was the self-proclaimed King o…
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Aaron Carter: The Rise and Fall of the Little Prince of Pop (Episode 122 ft. Ben Kissel)
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Send us a Text Message. Tween Popstar Aaron Carter is as synonymous with the late 90s and early 2000s as Y2K, AOL and 9/11. His brother was a Backstreet Boy and his girlfriend was Lizzie McGuire. He was no doubt the flyest kid on the block. Aaron's career rise had been lighting fast. But then so was his downfall. Aaron’s later years were plagued wi…
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In this episode of "The Growing Our Future" podcast hosted by Aaron Alejandro, Gary Joiner, the Director of Communications at the Texas Farm Bureau, shares insights into the vital role of communications in agriculture. Gary reflects on his journey, starting from his chance encounter covering a Farm Bureau event to becoming its communications direct…
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Brandy Norwood: Nightmare on the 405 (Episode 121)
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Send us a Text Message. Brandy Norwood exploded onto the Pop Culture scene in the 1990s. She starred in the hit sitcom Moesha, had multiple hit albums, and even won a Grammy. She was speeding along on the highway of life until it all came crashing down on December 30, 2006. Hear the entire tragic story on this episode of Death in Entertainment! Sup…
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The Life and Crimes of Aaron Hernandez PART TWO (Episode 120)
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Send us a Text Message. The final chapter of Aaron Hernandez's story. Support the Show. Death in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof and Alejandro Dowling New episodes every Wednesday! https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainmentBy Kyle Ploof and Alejandro Dowling
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In this episode of The Growing Our Future podcast, hosted by Aaron Alejandro with guest Victor Guerra, the conversation delves into the essence of gratitude, resilience, and leadership within the context of agricultural education and personal development. Aaron and Victor begin by emphasizing the significance of gratitude in daily life, highlightin…
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The Life and Crimes of Aaron Hernandez PART ONE (Episode 119)
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Send us a Text Message. Aaron Hernandez was a multi-sport prodigy born and raised in Bristol Connecticut. With a tumultuous childhood featuring abuse from his father, to both of his parents being arrested for different crimes— there was seemingly no where to go but up. Unbeknownst to Aaron— there was an NFL dynasty 9 years in the making waiting for…
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Taxi Ride From Hell: How the Clock Ran Out For “60 Minutes” Reporter Bob Simon (Episode 118)
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Send us a Text Message. Bob Simon was a Veteran Journalist who survived nearly 5 decades covering global unrest and reporting in war zones, only to unceremoniously perish in a luxury taxi cab accident. Who’s responsible? The family points their fingers at the driver, saying he was unfit and reckless. But the company blames the victim. It was an abr…
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In this episode of The Growing Our Future podcast, host Aaron Alejandro interviews Andrew Christensen, Senior Managing Director at Ascendion. Andrew shares his journey, starting from his passion for veterinary science in high school to his current leadership role. He emphasizes the importance of trying out different activities, networking, and buil…
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Youtube's Influencers of Death (Episode 117)
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Send us a Text Message. The internet can be an amazing place. One day you can be nobody, and the next be one of the most famous people in the world. But the pursuit of going viral can have devastating effects. This episode we delve into some of those very stories. We discuss three of Youtube's most infamous Influencers of Death. That's today on Dea…
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William Holden Vs. A Nightstand: The Lonely, Drunken End of a Golden Age Movie Star (Episode 116)
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Send us a Text Message. William Holden was a legendary actor whose career started during the Golden Age of Hollywood, starring in such classics as Sunset Boulevard and Stalag 17. He was rich. He was famous. And he was a drunk! After his career fizzled, he drank himself into oblivion at his oceanfront Santa Monica condo. One night, after a few bottl…
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Volunteer. Giving Back Becomes the Greatest Classroom
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Hosted by Aaron Alejandro, this episode features a captivating conversation with Roger Rickard, the Founder & President of Voices in Advocacy®, and author of "7 Actions of Highly Effective Advocates." Roger shares his journey from humble beginnings in a blue-collar town to becoming a renowned advocate and leader in advocacy efforts. In this episode…
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Stark Raven Mad: Ray Lewis and the Super Bowl Slayings of 2000 (Episode 115)
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Send us a Text Message. Super Bowl Sunday. Atlanta. January 30, 2000. The Big Game was a Big Thriller and came down to the final play. But the real drama took place off the field. Ray Lewis, a Star Linebacker for the Baltimore Ravens, found himself at a post-game party where a drunken altercation turned deadly. By the time the clock ran out, he and…
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Issei Sagawa: Celebrity Cannibal (Episode 114)
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Send us a Text Message. Issei Sagawa was the son of a powerful businessman in Japan that murdered, cooked and ate his friend while studying literature in France. After being extradited to his home country, he was set free and became the world's first celebrity cannibal. Bon appetit! That's this week on Death in Entertainment. Support the Show. Deat…
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Welcome to another episode of the Growing Our Future Podcast with host Aaron Alejandro, featuring Joanna Pineda,Founder, CEO and Chief Troublemaker at Matrix Group International, and host of the "Associations Thrive" podcast. Joanna shares her journey from the Philippines to Silicon Valley, her pivotal role in the development of the online bidding …
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Christina Grimmie: The Voice Murder (Episode 113)
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Send us a Text Message. Christina Grimmie was a young American singer and Youtube star whose channel just reached one million subscribers. After appearing as a contestant on "The Voice," she shot to music superstardom. Then one night after a concert in Orlando, a Florida Man silenced her voice forever. It's another case of obsessed fan turned murde…
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Welcome to another episode of Growing Our Future! Host Aaron Alejandro expresses gratitude for the audience's continuous support and the opportunity to learn from inspiring guests. This week's special guest is Terren Moore, the dynamic Agency Owner of Moore Farms & Insurance. Aaron expresses excitement about having Terren on the podcast and looks f…
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Violent Night: The Story of VoteSaxon07's Murderous Christmas Live Stream (Episode 111)
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Send us a Text Message. Ladies and gentlemen, time travelers, and Daleks tuning in from the far reaches of the universe, welcome to our 3rd annual Holly Jolly Christmas episode. Today, we're diving into the wibbly-wobbly world of a man whose obsession with the TV Show "Doctor Who" masked his darker side of violence and terror. So grab your fez, str…
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In this episode of the Growing Our Future podcast, host Aaron Alejandro welcomes Bruce Cobb, Executive VP at Certified Angus Beef. The episode explores Bruce's journey in agriculture, emphasizing the role of mentors and ethical leadership. Bruce shares insights on the positive aspects of competition and the importance of aligning values in leadersh…
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Tupac Shakur: Death Sentence PART 2 | How It Went Down and Who Did It (Episode 110)
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Send us a Text Message. On a fateful night in Las Vegas on September 7, 1996, legendary rapper Tupac Shakur was the target of a brutal gang hit that left him mortally wounded. He was gunned down by an unknown assailant while riding in the passenger seat of a BMW driven by Suge Knight, head of Death Row Records. It’s a murder mystery that has inexpl…
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Tupac Shakur: Death Sentence PART 1 | East vs. West Coast Rap War (Episode 109)
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Send us a Text Message. On this special double episode, all eyez are on Tupac Shakur, an iconic artist who left an indelible mark on the music industry. He emerged from the streets of Harlem a poet with a raw voice and then moved to California, where he quickly rose through the ranks in the rap world. Tupac’s magnetic charisma and lyrical prowess p…
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The Right Thing is Always the Right Thing
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Welcome to another insightful episode of the Growing Our Future podcast hosted by the visionary Aaron Alejandro. This week, we are privileged to have a distinguished guest, Mitchell Dale, Chairman of the Texas FFA Foundation Board of Directors and President of McRee Ford. The conversation highlights the importance of gratitude, family, and faith in…
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Bollywood's Khan Man: The Insane Story of Salman Khan (Episode 108)
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Send us a Text Message. Indian actor Salman Khan became a Bollywood darling in the 1990’s. His career was on a steady climb until 2002— when Khan ran over 5 people and crashed his Toyota Land Cruiser into a bakery— killing one. This insane story has an even crazier ending. That’s today on Death in Entertainment. Support the Show. Death in Entertain…
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Cycling, Plastic Surgery and Murder: The Terrifying Case of Moriah Wilson (Episode 107)
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Send us a Text Message. 25 year old Moriah Wilson was the winningest woman in the American off-road cycling scene. She had energy, drive and charisma. And on May 11, 2022, she had 3 bullets shot into her. That's this week on Death in Entertainment. Support the Show. Death in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof and Alejandro Dowling New episodes e…
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Welcome to another inspiring episode of the Growing Our Future podcast. Host Aaron Alejandro brings you another insightful conversation with a special guest who has sown seeds of greatness throughout his life. Today's guest is none other than Congressman Bill Sarpalius, the Grand Duke of Lithuania. Let's dive into his incredible journey and the les…
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The Short Life of Child Actress Judith Barsi (Episode 106)
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Send us a Text Message. Okay. I’m not even going to sugarcoat it. This is a sad episode. A life cut way too short. Selfishly and mercilessly. Judith Barsi was a prolific child actress who was the voice of many of our childhoods (The Land Before Time, All Dogs Go to Heaven). She was failed by her family, Hollywood and the world. That’s today on Deat…
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Send us a Text Message. American Television Commercials do everything they can to separate you from your money. But what happens when corporate advertisers kill the very people they use to sell you on their products? Come on down and find out today on Death in Entertainment. Support the Show. Death in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof and Aleja…
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In this episode of the Growing Our Future Podcast, host Aaron Alejandro interviews Lieutenant Colonel Don "Doc" Ballard, a Medal of Honor recipient and Vietnam War hero. Doc shares his upbringing surrounded by military veterans, emphasizing the values of caregiving, community support, and gratitude. Despite humble beginnings, Doc started his own bu…
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The Sudden Death of Matthew Perry: Could This BE Any More Shocking? (Minisode #6)
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Send us a Text Message. Matthew Perry is dead at age 54 after a long history of substance abuse. He was found unresponsive in his hot tub after an apparent drowning due to cardiac arrest. More details to come on his exact cause of death. Perry had a career filled with hits (a little show called FRIENDS...hello!!!), misses (best we forget THE WHOLE …
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Bones Over Boston: The 3rd Annual Halloween Spooktacular! The Boston Strangler, The Craigslist Killer and Christopher Keeley (Episode 104)
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Send us a Text Message. What’s doin’, deados? It’s that time of year again: Pats Football and Pumpkin Spice Lattes at Stah-bucks. Oh and it’s Halloween! Welcome to Spooktacular numbah 3! In past episodes, we toldja about The Plainfield Ghoul, The Halloween Killer and The Milwaukee Cannibal. But now it’s time to put Wisconsin in the rearview, becaus…
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Build Relationships ... Build Opportunities
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Aaron welcomes the listeners to another exciting episode of the Growing Our Future podcast. He emphasizes the importance of guests who share their insights and experiences, highlighting the significance of planting the right seeds in agriculture for a prosperous future. James Huang, President of eXp Commercial, a publicly traded company. James shar…
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The Truth Behind The Horror: Real Stories That Inspired The Scariest Movies (Episode 103)
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Send us a Text Message. As you watch a great Horror Movie, your heart begins to beat faster. There’s a fluttering in the pit of your stomach. Your throat is dry. Your palms are damp. Suddenly a chill runs down your spine. You clutch the person next to you. You tell yourself: it’s only a movie. But in some cases, it’s not just a movie. On this spook…
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Brad Renfro: Chewed Up and Spit Out By Hollywood...and Bryan Singer (Episode 102)
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Send us a Text Message. Actor Brad Renfro (The Client, Bully) came from a Knoxville, Tennessee Trailer Park to become one of the most sought-after talents in Hollywood. Known for his tough gritty demeanor and solid screen presence, Brad was at the top of his game until his addictions slowly chipped at a once-promising movie career and eventually ki…
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Delphi, Indiana 2: Electric Boogaloo (Episode 101)
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Send us a Text Message. In 2022, Richard Allen was arrested for the murders of Abby Williams and Liberty German. Many people were ready to close the case and move on. They had to have gotten the right guy, right? That was the attitude many people had until a bombshell court document dropped in September of 2023 that pins the murders on multiple res…
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Welcome back to another captivating episode of the Growing Our Future podcast, hosted by the insightful Aaron Alejandro. Today, Aaron sits down with a true luminary in the field of agricultural education, Dr. Gary Moore, a passionate historian and educator whose impact has been felt across generations. In this episode, Aaron and Dr. Moore delve dee…
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100th Episode Extravaganza! Clips, Stories and Even Some Surprises (Episode 100)
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Send us a Text Message. In 2021, the DIE Podcast and the world was never the same. Welcome to the 100th Episode Celebration! Join hosts Kyle, Mark and Alejandro as they look back and ask themselves, "Well, how did we get here?" Get ready for lots of fun clips, stories and even a few surprises. That's happening right here, right now on Death in Ente…
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Rebecca Gayheart's Wild Ride (Episode 99)
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Send us a Text Message. By the time Actress Reebecca Gayheart was 28 years old, she had a successful movie career-- a big time Hollywood director boyfriend-- and a bright future ahead of her. That was until one day she got behind the wheel of a Jeep Grand Cherokee and caused an accident that would end the life of a young boy and put her in court. T…
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In this episode of the "Growing Our Future" podcast, host Aaron Alejandro welcomes Tucker Brown as their special guest. The podcast aims to explore insights, expertise, and experiences from individuals who are actively shaping the future. As Abraham Lincoln once said, "The philosophy of the school room in one generation will be the philosophy of go…
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