Best Amanda Reyes Podcasts (2024)

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Stalked in the Dead of Night: The Murders of Christie Wilson & Veronica Taylor 29:00

2h ago29:00

29:00

On a hot summer night in August of 1982, 19-year-old homebody Christie Wilson & her co-worker locked up Snappy's convenience store in Dayton, Texas. She got in her 1969 Thunderbird with cash from the store to deposit the next day. When she failed to arrive home by 1 am, her husband panicked and searched for her car. His worst fears turned into a li…

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SAFEs, SAFTs and what's market for crypto startups with Nick Pullman 1:07:22

20m ago1:07:22

1:07:22

Nick Pullman (@NickPullmanEsq) is Corporate Counsel and founder of Day One Law Corporation, where he provides legal solutions for tech startups and investors. Nick was previously head of legal at an NFT startup and an associate at Cooley and DLA Piper. In this conversation, we cover: [2:53] Nick's introduction to Bitcoin [7:33] What's market: SAFEs…

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The Mysterious Murders of Sandra Dubbs & Jackie Lambert 32:41

1h ago32:41

32:41

Sandra Dubbs left her home in St. Charles, Missouri to start a new life in Texas. Her life would end with a vicious attack - who would want 30-year-old Sandra dead? After being attacked and found nearly dead, Jackie Lambert fears for her life and flees town with a mysterious trucker. What happened to Jackie? The theories are numerous, and Arlene ex…

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Starting with a Little Red Wagon (Jane Deuber) 9:23

1d ago9:23

9:23

Beginning with her childhood business, Jane Deuber reflects on her entrepreneurial journey from a little red wagon to seven successful companies. She shares her belief in personal growth, value-based goals, and meaning of making it — balancing business success with a fulfilling personal life. Making It! explores the lives and stories of entrepreneu…

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Is The Disappearance of 9-year old Dorian Thomas related to the Murders of Gloria Covington and Linda Jackson? 28:55

7d ago28:55

28:55

In 1997 Amarillo Texas, two women were murdered and another was attacked. A few year later, a possible witness, 9-year-old Dorian Thomas, goes missing while riding around his neighborhood. Did the murderer attack Dorian for seeing too much? Join Arlene and Leah as they delve into Amarillo, the women and their lives, the crime scenes in a low income…

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How to Heal with Ancestors, Sirius Star Seed, and Art with Rosemary Reyes 23:33

8d ago23:33

23:33

How do you know if your ancestors are trying to get your attention? What does it mean to be shamana or a shaman? Is the Sirius Star System sending messages via pop music and Lee Harris’ the Z’s? These are just some of the questions Mother Tree Network podcast host Aminata and special guest Rosemary Reyes consider in this gripping conversation. Trig…

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A Shocking Commonality Between Two Jackson, Texas Murder Victims: Terri Reyes & Shaunti Coleman 19:33

18d ago19:33

19:33

In 2006, two women go missing in the small eastern Texas town of Jacksonville. One woman, Terri Reyes raised her children and lived a quiet life. Shaunti Coleman lived a transient lifestyle, and was reported missing by her mother. Both bodies would be discovered in time, and the small railroad town of 13,000 residents wouldn't be the only thing the…

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From Gifted to a Gift (Giovanni Marsico) 15:16

15d ago15:16

15:16

Bullied and outcast as a kid for being “gifted,” Giovanni Marsico found solace in superheroes. Without realizing it, this set the stage for a future transformation when he found himself highly successful but unhappy. After a dark period, Giovanni discovered his calling and has never looked back. Making It! explores the lives and stories of entrepre…

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Couples Targeted by a Hooded Man: The Texarkana Phantom 42:50

17d ago42:50

42:50

When couples are discovered murdered in lover's lanes in the Texarkana twin cities metro. Who would attack these couples and why? Join Arlene and Leah as they take us back to 1940's Texas and walk through the murders, the victims, and the evidence. Support Box in the Basement Victims Leon Laurales: Website & GoFundMe Amanda Goodman: Justice for Sis…

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Targeted in El Paso: Ruth Holland's 1966 Unsolved Murder 34:19

24d ago34:19

34:19

Violence splashed across El Paso newspapers late summer of 1966. Ruth Holland lived a quiet, opulent life, her wealth on display as she drove a gold Cadillac around town. The ex-wife of a race track owner, intellectual Ruth loved gardening and kept a close, small circle of friends. On Sept. 8th. her maid discovered the home in disarray, Ruth nowher…

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Juneteenth, Ancestors, & Foster Care 18:50

25d ago18:50

18:50

“The real kids don't have to work for love. It's us fake kids who got to be out here proving ourselves so that we don't get kicked out.” Juneteeth is comin up! How will you honor this holiday, celebrating the emancipation of Black people after the Civil War? In the latest episode of Mother Tree Network, I offer my Juneteenth reflections on Ancestor…

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Masterminding Success and Balance (Jay Fairbrother) 11:27

29d ago11:27

11:27

Drawing from his transformative journey, Jay Fairbrother shares how personal loss and early struggles shaped his path as an entrepreneur. With insights on masterminds and work-life balance, Jay reveals the power of human connection and resilience in making it through life’s ups and downs. Making It! explores the lives and stories of entrepreneurs a…

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Shot Through a Window, the murder of Michael Flores & the murders of Laura Guerra and Laura Warren in small town Texas 27:53

1M ago27:53

27:53

Three cases haunt the hosts of Box in the Basement in today's episode. In 1998, a 15-year-old High School student, Michael Flores, in Rio Hondo unsuspectingly blasts his radio as a bullet shatters his window. Laura Guerra's dead body is found in Rio Grande. Laura Warren's body was discovered Halloween day after being seen with a Hispanic man in Bee…

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#139 - Changing political tides in DC, Consensys' SEC lawsuit with Bill Hughes 50:03

1M ago50:03

50:03

Bill Hughes (@BillHughesDC) is Senior Counsel & Director of Global Regulatory Matters at Consensys Software, which is behind MetaMask, Infura, and various other software supporting the programmable blockchain ecosystem. For more on Bill’s background, I recommend episode 74 of Law of Code. This conversation is focused on the lawsuit Consensys brough…

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No More Revenge: Subtle Activism for Peace and Justice in Gaza and Israel with Anna Gatmon 31:53

1M ago31:53

31:53

In this intimate conversation, Anna Gatmon and I delve into the trauma experienced by nations, specifically Israel and Gaza, and how individuals like you and me can use to subtle activism to shift global consciousness towards peace and wholeness. Subtle activism is all about using meditation, prayer, and focused intention to tap into the collective…

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A Sister's Lifelong Nightmare: When Elisa Roberson Vanishes in 1989 22:53

1M ago22:53

22:53

In 1989, thirteen-year-old Elisa Roberson left her home to meet a friend in the Texas gulf town of Aransas Pass. Born in Nicaragua, she adjusted well to American life, enjoying hair band 80's music and bossing around her younger siblings. After a short walk towards the elementary school, she would never be seen again. What happened to Elisa? Join A…

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From Super Model to Modern Mystic: How to Make Big Changes with a Small Shift in your Trajectory 32:33

2M ago32:33

32:33

I can’t wait for you to hear this two-part conversation with former super model and modern day mystic, Dr. Anna Gatmon. In part one we discuss Anna’s journey as an ugly duckling with a learning disability and painful family secrets that made her question her intelligence and her value. Discovered in a Swedish drugstore as a teen, Anna went on to be…

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Finding Love in Every Business (Mark Silver) 12:58

1M ago12:58

12:58

From paramedic to profit with a purpose, Mark Silver shares his unique blend of spirituality and entrepreneurship. From divine connections to mistakes as lessons, Mark reveals how every act of business can be an act of love. With deep listening, he navigates a path of wonder, care, and commitment. Making It! explores the lives and stories of entrep…

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An Era of Terror in Brownwood Part 4: Sherry Newman, Christy Jo Eggers & Stephanie Jo Flannery: Victims of a serial killer 27:57

1M ago27:57

27:57

Three women, Sherry Newman, Christy Jo Eggers, and Stephanie Jo Flannery's last moments were nearly identical: sexually assaulted, beaten, and murdered by a sick and depraved serial killer roaming the hills and flatlands of central Texas, leaving bodies in ditches for his own sick pleasure. Was justice served for two of his victims, whose cases are…

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#138 - The future of sports and crypto: Karate Combat 42:32

2M ago42:32

42:32

This conversation with two lawyers — Samir Patel and David Kuhn — and an entrepreneur who goes by OnlyLarping covers all aspects of Karate Combat, a novel form of sports league that is betting heavily on crypto. Show highlights: [2:51] What is Karate Combat? [7:26] Implementing token governance [13:11] Crypto and sports [19:34] Why they believe it …

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An Era of Terror in Brownwood Part 3: The Unsolved Murder of 13-Year Old Amanda Goodman 48:03

2M ago48:03

48:03

On a rainy day in May 1989, Amanda "Sissy" Goodman fails to return home from school. Within 45 minutes, Amanda's body is found outside of town, shot to death, mystifying the entire city of Brownwood. Who would murder a sweet, innocent, church-going 13-year-old Junior High student? Arlene and Leah tell Amanda's story and interview Judy Williams, her…

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#137 - Blockchain Association sues the SEC to strike down Dealer Rule 38:45

2M ago38:45

38:45

Recently, the Blockchain Association (BA) and the Crypto Freedom Alliance of Texas (CFAT) filed a lawsuit against the Securities and Exchange Commission seeking a court order to strike down the SEC’s Dealer Rule due to the SEC’s various Administrative Procedure Act (APA) violations including preventing industry participants from being able to opera…

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ADHD as a Superpower (Taki Moore) 9:28

2M ago9:28

9:28

Not willing to let an ADHD diagnosis dictate his life, Taki Moore turned it into a superpower by putting the right support systems into place. Taki shares insights about the entrepreneurial mindset, the importance of knowing your strengths and weaknesses, and the value of having a team. Making It! explores the lives and stories of entrepreneurs as …

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Birthing a New Activism with Laura Hartley 26:20

2M ago26:20

26:20

I had a deep and vulnerable conversation with Laura Hartley, Climate activist and Life Coach, about Acceptance as a Pathway to Transformation and Collective Liberation. Acceptance is not giving up. Giving up implies a sense of resignation and defeat, often leading to inaction or a lack of engagement with the challenges at hand. In contrast, accepta…

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An Era of Terror in Brownwood Pt. 2: The Twists & Turns in the Brutal Murder of Donna Mae Inlow 22:53

2M ago22:53

22:53

Box in the Basement continues its look into the unsolved and solved murders in Brownwood, Tx, looking for the broader context in how Leon's murder remains unsolved. In Part 2 of an Era of Terror, we focus on an innocent woman whose life was cut short in 1982. A mother of four and widowed, 72-year-old Donna Mae Inlow worked in her shoe store in Brow…

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Remembering Leon 16:16

2M ago16:16

16:16

In this emotional episode, Arlene shares memories of Leon as we near the anniversary of his murder. On May 10th, 1996 at midnight, someone kidnapped Leon Laurales from his workplace, Kroger's grocery. Fifteen minutes later, they shot him outside of town, leaving behind Leon's burning Thunderbird, and a wake of shattered lives and hearts. Leon's box…

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Escape and Beg, Borrow... or Steal (We Love Paul Playdon!) 1:59:42

3M ago1:59:42

1:59:42

Welcome back to another episode of the Made for TV Mayhem Show. We are here to talk about all things Paul Playdon, and our focus is on his two telefilms, Escape (1971) and Beg, Borrow... or Steal (1973). So please join Amanda, Dan and Nate for yet another small screen adventure!

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How to Connect with your Ancestors and Why You Should 34:41

2M ago34:41

34:41

Welcome to the world of ancestral healing and spiritual connection! Discover answers to key questions: How can I connect with my ancestors spiritually? What is ancestral healing and why is it important? Are there practical rituals or practices for healing generational trauma? In the episode, Aminata shares guidance on the spiritual practice of conn…

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Breaking Chains and Building Dreams (Sandra Johnson) 12:18

2M ago12:18

12:18

From humble beginnings, Sandra Johnson sees education as the pathway out of adversity. With a belief in breaking cycles and aiding others, she, alongside her partner, started a university, embodying her convictions about lifelong learning and community empowerment. In this Part 2 episode (with Part 1 featuring her husband and business partner, Marc…

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An Era of Terror in Brownwood: The Death of Judge Bunnell and The Murder of Bobby McBride 32:52

2M ago32:52

32:52

Box in the Basement begins An Era of Terror in Brownwood, a series highlighting all the murders in Brownwood from 1980-1996, a period of time in which most of Brownwood's murders happened. We start with Judge Bunnell, a politician whose car goes off the road in 1980. But as we dig deeper, we see there's more to meet the eye when it comes to Judge B…

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Story in Our Bones: Climate Acting and Being with Osprey Orielle Lake 38:45

3M ago38:45

38:45

Osprey Orielle Lake is dedicated to creating a more sustainable and harmonious world, where people are connected to each other and the land. Her recent book The Story Is in our Bones tells the story of local communities all over the world led mostly by women who are standing for climate justice. The founder of Women’s Earth Action Network, (WECAN),…

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Vanished in the Woods, Stolen from a Front Yard: Texas Missing Children Desirree Caroll & Bradley Gilbert 35:25

3M ago35:25

35:25

When a child goes missing is one of the most terrifying nightmares for any community. Join us as we share the stories of two children in 80's Texas. Desiree Carroll, a toddler, was last seen walking down the wooded road outside a small town by her mother in her rearview mirror. Did Desiree disappear into the woods and a victim of mother nature, or …

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#136 - Justin Wales on the Crypto Legal Handbook 47:16

3M ago47:16

47:16

Justin Wales (@bitcoin_wales) is the Head of Legal for the Americas at Crypto.com. Before going in-house, he was a partner at the international law firm K&L Gates, where he represented crypto companies in all aspects of their business. His new book, The Crypto Legal Handbook, is a must-read guide through the laws of crypto, web3 and an ever-decentr…

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Saving Lives and Sharing Knowledge (Marco Johnson) 11:23

3M ago11:23

11:23

Welcome to Making It! This weekly show explores the lives and stories of entrepreneurs as they share their unique perspectives on their success and the path to making it. Marco Johnson is a former NFL player, former Los Angeles firefighter and paramedic, co-founder of The University of Antelope Valley, and co-founder of Accreditation Advisors Group…

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A Dating Game Turned Deadly: The Murder of Leslie Ann Barker in Akron, OH, 1978 31:57

3M ago31:57

31:57

Our own host Leah and her Father share their memories of an explosion that rocked a quiet neighborhood in Akron, OH in 1978. A teacher out for a dating game at a local bar ends up discovered in her charred car in a dead-end alley near Leah's childhood home. Did she meet her killer at the dating game? Join Arlene and Leah as they travel through Akro…

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#135 - Everything you should know about Roman Sterlingov's case 51:09

3M ago51:09

51:09

Today’s podcast covers the case of Roman Sterlingov, a 33-year-old Swedish-Russian national, was arrested by Internal Revenue Service criminal investigators at the Los Angeles airport and was accused of creating and operating Bitcoin Fog, a bitcoin “mixing” service that the US Justice Department claims Sterlingov used to enable $336 million in mone…

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#134 - Pre-enforcement lawsuit against the SEC with Amanda Tuminelli and Jake Chervinsky 29:23

3M ago29:23

29:23

The DeFi Education Fund and co-plaintiff Beba, an apparel company based in Texas, recently filed a pre-enforcement suit challenging the SEC’s regulation by enforcement approach to crypto and their policy that free airdrops are securities transactions. Amanda Tuminelli serves as the DeFi Education Fund's chief legal officer where she leads the organ…

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#133 - Liability on smart contract developers: Roman Storm case with Jake Chervinsky and Amanda Tuminelli 27:34

3M ago27:34

27:34

After the DEF submitted an amicus brief in the Roman Storm matter, which involves Tornado Cash, I spoke with the two authors: Amanda Tuminelli serves as the DeFi Education Fund's chief legal officer where she leads the organization's impact litigation and policy efforts. Jake Chervinsky recently joined Variant as Chief Legal Officer, where he leads…

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Vanished in the Night: The Unsolved Disappearances of Norman Prater & Kristy Booth 35:04

3M ago35:04

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Today's episode explores two missing persons cases in Texas. In 1973, 17-year-old Norman Prater vanished after visiting his mother at a Dallas coffee shop, a mystery that remains unsolved 51 years later. Join Arlene and Leah as they explore Norman's disappearance against the backdrop of a tumultuous year marked by historical events, from the Vietna…

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Brewing Resilience: Prayer and Beer with Beny Ashburn 36:41

3M ago36:41

36:41

In our latest episode of the Mother Tree Network podcast, Aminata Desert Rose engages in a thought-provoking conversation with the inspiring Beny Ashburn. The discussion covers a wide array of topics, from personal reflections to the innovative world of craft beer, offering a deep dive into black culture, resilience, and the pursuit of one's passio…

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Letting Go of “Egometrics” (Tanya Alvarez) 10:48

3M ago10:48

10:48

Welcome to Making It! This weekly show explores the lives and stories of entrepreneurs as they share their unique perspectives on their success and the path to making it. Tanya Alvarez is the founder of OwnersUP, a highly select community of small business owners who want to optimize their business for profit and impact. “Early on, in my twenties, …

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A Texarkana Student Disappears in 1948: What Happened to Virginia Carpenter? 29:31

4M ago29:31

29:31

A young lab technician with her whole life ahead of her boarded a train from Texarkana, Texas to Denton. She planned on furthering her education and taking lab classes to advance her career in a post-war boom. After leaving in a cab from the train station, she would vanish. This is one of our oldest cold cases yet, a mystery from 1948. A sketchy st…

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#132 - What is MetaLeX? Plus, why lawyers must take note 54:49

4M ago54:49

54:49

Co-founded by longtime cryptolawyers Gabriel Shapiro and Alex Golubitsky, the mission of MetaLeX (which means beyond law) is to combine legal structures and autonomous tech to create best-in-class solutions serving DAOs, devs, and internet denizens with a suite of interoperable autonomous law solutions, which they refer to as MetaLeX OS. The goal i…

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You In Space; Saturn, Astrology and Your Life Pt. 2 with Barb Horn 17:52

4M ago17:52

17:52

Embark on a celestial journey as Aminata Desert Rose and cosmic guide Barb Horn delve into the mysteries of Saturn's return in Pisces. Discover how Saturn's shift to Pisces transforms our spirituality, intuition, and connection to the natural world. Aminata shares her own Saturn return experience, triggering Barb to unravel the cosmic connections a…

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Why You Need to Create a Vision Board 12:04

4M ago12:04

12:04

Welcome to the Mother Tree Network! In today's episode, Aminata Desert Rose shares her insights on the power of vision boarding. She invites listeners to imagine a world where they stay centered amidst chaos, connect with nature, and hold onto their values and desires. A vision board, she explains, is a sacred reminder of what we stand for and aspi…

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Unbox Your Mind (Irena O'Brien) 10:15

4M ago10:15

10:15

Welcome to Making It! This weekly show explores the lives and stories of entrepreneurs as they share their unique perspectives on their success and the path to making it. Dr. Irena O'Brien is the founder of Neuroscience School, which helps coaches and care professionals achieve better results for their clients through neuroscience. Early in life, D…

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The March 5:18

4M ago5:18

5:18

Arlene gives a quick update on the March for Justice in Brownwood. Support Box in the Basement Victims Leon Laurales: Website & GoFundMe Amanda Goodman: Justice for Sissy Facebook Page Jennifer Sue Delgado Memorial FoundationBy Bree Hanson

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You In Space; Saturn, Astrology and Your Life with Barb Horn 20:26

4M ago20:26

20:26

This is the first in a two-part conversation. Prepare to get your mind blown! Barb Horn joined us to explore the profound impact of Saturn in Pisces and how astrology can empower you in your evolutionary journey. Barb, a voice coach, alchemical hypnotist, and astrology enthusiast, guides us through the unique dance between science and the stars. Fr…

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#131 - Is UNI a security after Uniswap turns on the fee switch? EU and MiCA insights from Stephane Daniel 50:22

4M ago50:22

50:22

Stéphane Daniel (@stephdan_law) is a Partner at d&a partners, an independent law firm dedicated to tech and blockchain entrepreneurs in France and the EU. Stéphane advises high-tech firms with their structuring, fundraising, and M&A transactions. He was notably involved in the first legal structuring (under French law) of DAOs and regularly advises…

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When Arson Erases Evidence: The Unsolved Murders of Mikiko Kashara & Linda Muegge 27:51

4M ago27:51

27:51

In the quiet town of Seguin, Texas, a grim discovery was made on December 14th, 2002. Firefighters responding to an apartment blaze uncovered a scenario more sinister than they could have anticipated: the charred remains of 21-year-old Japanese exchange student, Mikiko Kashura. Investigators quickly discovered someone had strangled her to death bef…

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