Best Gary Nowak Podcasts (2024)

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The Power of Your Food Story 55:55

23h ago55:55

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In today's health-focused world, it's easy to drown in the sea of dietary advice, superfood recommendations, and the latest wellness trends. But what if the key to truly living well lies not just in what we eat but in how and why we eat? Renowned nutritionist and eating psychology expert, Elise Museles, joined us on the latest episode of "Today's B…

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Michael Petersen is lifting the hood on the car repair industry for the benefit of car owners 46:40

1d ago46:40

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Guest Bio for Michael Petersen Michael Petersen is a distinguished Founder, Engineer, and CXO who is recognized as a visionary Global High-Tech Product and Marketing Executive. His expertise lies in turning innovative ideas into profitable ventures. Currently leading Raise a Hood, Petersen is spearheading the transformation of the automotive repair…

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#88: Serial: Gary Heidnik, Haunted: Malheur National Forest, and Buffalo Bill cocktail 37:40

1d ago37:40

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This week Deklan tells us about the serial kidnapper and murderer, Gary Heidnik, who inspired the movie character, Buffalo Bill. He kept multiple victims in his basement but made a strange mistake that allowed one to escape leading to his arrest. Jane tells us about some mysterious things that happen in an eastern Oregon forest. Malheur National Fo…

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Founder this and founder that with many-time startup founder Andrew Sutherland 49:15

9d ago49:15

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Link to Jothy's site: http://jothyrosenberg.com Link to Podchaser to leave a review: https://www.podchaser.com This episode of Adventures on the Can Do has as our guest Andrew Sutherland Andrew is a veteran of 6 startups, starting with his first after school job as a kid growing up in silicon valley. He is a software engineer that has always worked…

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#87: FBI informant: Susan Smith, Strange illness: Encephalitis Lethargica, and Golden Statue Prosecco cocktail 35:09

8d ago35:09

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This week Deklan tells us about Susan Smith who was an FBI informant for agent, Mark Putnam. The two started having an affair which led to Susan getting pregnant. Mark didn’t want any interruption to his life and took Susan’s life which led to his conviction for manslaughter. Jane tells us about a bizarre illness that began in Europe in 1916 but li…

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#74 Anne-Claude Tessier (Re-Release) - KPMG Partner / Paris at 7 am / Life Long Learner 51:21

10d ago51:21

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Highlights Moving around 10 times prior to age of 20 Saw the world early and often Paris at 7 am is Magic The freedom of being a consultant You can take a 10 euro taxi home, c'mon No clue on what to do with her career, that changed quickly Learning something is a great day Falling in love with Japan and learning yet another language Traveling to Ch…

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Getting startup legal matters done right with Gary Christelis 52:12

11d ago52:12

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Link to Jothy's site: http://jothyrosenberg.com Link to The Who Says I Can't Foundation (non-profit): https://whosaysicant.org Link to Podchaser to leave a review: https://www.podchaser.com This episode of Adventures on the Can Do is about those earliest days of formation when you have a small group of founders who have an idea that you all are cer…

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Steve McCarthy's family business for filmmaking 42:39

16d ago42:39

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Guest: Steve McCarthy Steve McCarthy is an Emmy Award winning network TV news producer and documentary filmmaker. A former staff producer for 60 Minutes, Dateline and CNN, he formed McCarthy Productions, Inc in 2001 and produced projects for 60 Minutes, Dateline, Charlie Rose, MSNBC, PBS, BBC America, Reuters and others. In 2006 he directed an inde…

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#86: Worst “friend”-Denali Brehmer, Mysterious-Hood Island Sea Monster, and an oceanic cocktail 34:34

15d ago34:34

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This week Jane tells us about the unfortunate friendship between Cynthia “Cee Cee” Hoffman and Denali Brehmer. Tyler Schilmiller posed as a millionaire and convinced Brehmer to commit horrifying acts of violence and murder with one of the victims being her supposed best friend, Cee Cee Hoffman. Deklan tells us about photographer, Robert Le Serrec, …

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Building High-Performing Teams 25:36

16d ago25:36

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In this episode of "Today's Balanced Leader," your host, Caroline Baird, explores the art of building high-performing teams while maintaining a balanced and supportive leadership approach. Drawing from personal experiences and actionable examples, Caroline delves into the importance of empathy, clear communication, and fostering a culture of collab…

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Lindy Nowak and her Up in a Day website design startup story 45:50

22d ago45:50

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Link to Jothy's site: http://jothyrosenberg.com Link to Lindy's Up in a Day site: https://upinaday.co/ Link to Podchaser to leave a review: https://www.podchaser.com This episode of Adventures on the Can Do has as our guest Lindy Nowak Lindy Nowak is the founder of Up in a Day, a company building professional websites for small businesses without t…

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#85: Strange evidence-Phillip Elmore , Faked death-John Stonehouse, Moonlight Miami Mule cocktail, and SPECIAL GUESTS: Won Nothing Podcast 54:50

22d ago54:50

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This week we have fun with some special guests, our friends Amanda and Dayvid from the Won Nothing Podcast and Down The Rabbit Hole. Deklan tells us about the murder of Pamela Annarino in Ohio. Pamela and Phillip Elmore met when he was incarcerated and she worked for the jail. After dating for a while she broke off the relationship with Phillip. He…

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#65 Mark Bladon (Re-Release) - Career is like a Roller Coaster / His Consulting Perspective / Big 4 Partner / Who Mark hires 1:14:10

24d ago1:14:10

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I'm your host Gary Nowak and you are going to have to "buckle up" for this one as I bring you a colleague and good friend from down under, Mr. Mark Bladon. As only Mark can do, he brings a unique, authentic perspective throughout our conversation. Background overview KPMG Partner in IT Advisory since 2010 Partner with IBM for 6 years PWC Partner fo…

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#84: Cold case-The Clouse family, Terrifying-Jersey man eater, and the Shark Bite Cocktail 44:51

30d ago44:51

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This week Jane tells us about a cold case that took 4 decades to partially solve. Dean and Tina Clouse were found murdered in 1981 but they weren’t identified for 40 years. Investigators didn’t know that they also needed to be looking for their missing child, Holly Marie. She was eventually found safe and sound but more answers are needed to what h…

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#83: Serial-Ted Bundy, Abduction-Antonio Villas-Boas, and The Hacksaw cocktail 57:11

1M ago57:11

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This week Jane tells us about notorious serial killer Ted Bundy. He took women across Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Colorado, Utah, and Florida for years. He did terrible things to them and got away with it until his luck ran out. After a prison escape, he ran to Florida where the death penalty would be the end of him. Deklan tells us the little known…

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Harnessing Growth, Excellence, and Innovation in a Digital World 56:05

1M ago56:05

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In this engaging episode of 'Today's Balance Leader,' our guest Lisa Anne, a seasoned digital marketing expert, podcast host, and founder of Stock Media, shares her transformative journey from a struggling entrepreneur to a successful business leader. Lisa navigates through the significance of determination, resilience, and strategic thinking in ac…

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#4 - Lee Ann Moore (Re-Release) - COO / Marketing & Sales Executive Roles / Being a Leader NOT a Manager 55:47

1M ago55:47

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Welcome to another episode of "Wish I Knew . . . " A podcast where I speak with people about their careers focusing on their success, advice, mentoring and listening to interesting stories. You are going to Love my conversation with Lee Ann Moore Some guests "wing it" and some guests "Prepare", well my conversation with Lee Ann Moore will tell you …

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#82: Stalker: Lisa Nowak, Spies: CIA Vampire, and Vampire’s Kiss cocktail SPECIAL GUESTS: MurderLust Podcast 1:10:08

1M ago1:10:08

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This week we have fun with some special guests, our friends Ava and Amber at MurderLust Podcast. Jane tells us about the fall of an astronaut, Lisa Nowak. It all surrounded a love triangle. Lisa drove 900 miles, possibly wearing a diaper, to confront her boyfriend’s new girlfriend. The stunt caused her to lose her dream job at NASA and later get di…

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#81: Victim: Bobbie Jo Stinnett, Amnesia: Benjaman Kyle, and the Dumpster Fire cocktail 35:57

2M ago35:57

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This week Deklan tells us about dog breeder, Bobbie Jo Stinnett. She was befriended by a woman, Lisa Montgomery, who showed interest in Bobbie Jo’s dogs. Unfortunately, Montgomery wasn’t really interested in Bobbie Jo’s dogs but she was interested in her unborn baby. Montgomery took Bobbie Jo’s life and baby but she was caught soon after and given …

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#19 Matt Booth (Re-Release) - Big 4 Partner / Hiring quality individuals / Walking beans / Dinner guest (ironic) 42:33

2M ago42:33

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I've got a fun one for you today, Matt Booth A bit about Matt: Spent his entire career with one Big 4 accounting Firm, bit of a dinosaur Focused on Internal and external audit Exposed to broad range of Business Issues Leadership styles Board positions Diversity and inclusion councils Nice Guy Humble servant to his team Hard worker with a quick wit …

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#80: Kidnapped: Barbara Jane Mackle, Strange science: Lake Nyos, and the Just Off the Lake Cocktail 48:27

2M ago48:27

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This week Jane tells us about the kidnapping of 20 year old, Barbara Jane Mackle. She was kidnapped for ransom by escaped prisoner, Gary Krist, and his girlfriend, Ruth Schier. Not only was Barbara kidnapped but she was buried alive. Krist was caught a couple of days after the kidnapping but Schier managed to stay on the run for months. She was the…

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Rewriting Your Story because "It's Never Too Late"! 19:16

2M ago19:16

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In this episode of TBL, host Caroline Baird explores the transformative power of rewriting your life story with the mantra "It's Never Too Late." Through personal anecdotes and practical insights, Caroline empowers listeners to embrace self-reflection, establish boundaries, practice mindfulness, and foster supportive communities for personal and pr…

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#79: Unsolved: St Valentine’s Day massacre, Cult: Heaven’s Gate, and The Bootleg cocktail 53:42

2M ago53:42

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This week Jane tells us about the gangs of Chicago in the roaring 20s. The big hitters were the Chicago Outfit and the North Side Gang. During prohibition, all the Chicago gangs were trying to use bootlegging as a key source of income which often caused fights with the other groups. A particularly brutal event took place on Feb 14, 1929 leading to …

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#6 - Ning Wright (Re-Release) - Asia Pacific Consulting Executive / Starting the China Consulting Business / "Pound of Flesh" working in China 49:18

2M ago49:18

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Welcome to another episode of "Wish I Knew . . . " A podcast where I speak with people about their careers focusing on their success, advice, mentoring and listening to interesting stories. I've got a personal and fun one for you with my guest Ning Wright Career: - Spent 16 years at KPMG in the UK, Hong Kong and Shanghai - Prior to KPMG she work in…

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#78: Convicted: Heather Mack, Mysterious: Die Glocke (The Bell), and the Division Bell cocktail 35:25

2M ago35:25

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This week Jane tells us about a murderous daughter, Heather Mack. She conspired with her boyfriend Tommy Schaefer to kill her mother, Sheila von Weise. Sheila and Heather took a vacation to Bali which is where Tommy killed Sheila. Heather helped Tommy dispose of the body. Both were sentenced in Indonesia to several years in prison. Once Heather was…

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#77: Vigilante mom: Marianne Bachmeier, Mystery: Near Death Experiences, and the Near Death Experience cocktail 51:44

3M ago51:44

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This week Deklan tells us about German mother, Marianne Bachmeier. In 1980, her daughter Anna was kidnapped, assaulted and killed by Klaus Grabowski. When Klaus was being tried in court for Anna’s death, Marianne took matters into her own hands. She shot and killed Grabowski in open court. Jane tells us about a mysterious phenomena that has been re…

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#1 - Dale Sidebottom (Re-Release) - Entrepreneur / Author / Keynote & Ted Talk Speaker / Power of Connections 51:17

3M ago51:17

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Welcome to another episode of "Wish I Knew . . . " A podcast where I speak with people about their career success any setbacks they faced and listen to their interesting stories about how they got to where they are today. I'm your host Gary Nowak and today . . . I've got a special one for you, Dale Sidebottom. Our background First met on the Inca T…

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#76: Victim-Dave Navarro’s mom Connie, UFO-Shag Harbour, and French Canadian Martini 42:46

3M ago42:46

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This week Jane tells us about the brutal murder of Constance Navarro. She and her best friend were killed by her ex-boyfriend, John “Dean” Riccardi, who had been stalking her. Connie’s son, Dave, later became a famous musician. It took 8 years for law enforcement to catch the killer. Deklan tells us about a set of mysterious UFO sightings in Shag H…

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#75: Abuser: Jeffrey Hall, Mysterious: Marfa Lights, and Marfa Lights cocktail 38:04

3M ago38:04

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This week Deklan tells us about Jeffrey Hall. A man proud to be a neo-Nazi. He had several children but was accused of chronic abuse. His oldest son, Joseph, decided he had had enough one day. Using Jeff’s own gun, Joseph shot and killed his father. Joseph was only 10 years old. Jane tells us about a mysterious phenomena in the desert of Texas. Out…

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Crafting a Balanced Life - Personally & Professionally 20:45

3M ago20:45

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Join me in a transformative episode of 'Today's Balanced Leader.' In this insightful session, we explore the art of crafting a life that resonates with purpose, joy, and love. Dive into the importance of planning your personal life first, understanding the significance of self-love, and embracing the journey towards a more balanced and fulfilled ex…

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#2 - Teri Robinson (Re-Release) - Industry and Consulting Executive / Becoming a CIO / Grabbing Balance 53:10

3M ago53:10

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Welcome to another episode of "Wish I Knew . . . " A podcast where I speak with people about their success, advice given or received and listen to their interesting stories about their careers. I'm your host Gary Nowak and today . . . I've got a fun and insightful one for you today, my good friend and former colleague Teri Robinson Career; Moved be…

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#74: Mysterious crash: Twilight Zone the movie, Cult murder: Jeffrey Lundgren, and Twilight Zone cocktail 51:28

3M ago51:28

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This week Jane tells us about Jeffrey Lundgren, a religious man who later started a cult. Like many cult leaders he felt sinners needed to be punished and unfortunately the sinners he was aiming for happened to be members of his cult, Dennis Avery and his family of 5. Deklan tells us about a tragic helicopter crash on the movie set of the Twilight …

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#73: Abuser: Jeff Doucet, Mystery: Roopkund Lake, and the Skeleton Key cocktail 51:05

4M ago51:05

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This week Deklan tells us about Jeff Doucet. He was accused of kidnapping and child sex abuse which led to his arrest. Before he could stand trial, his victim’s father Gary Plauché shot him while being escorted by law enforcement and on the news. Jane tells us about an interesting lake in India, Roopkund Lake. This lake has hundreds of human skelet…

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#72: Tragedy: Dupont Plaza Fire, Fraud: Return to Nature Funeral Home, and Ashes to Ashes cocktail 42:07

4M ago42:07

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This week Jane tells us about a tragic fire that occurred on New Year’s Eve 1986. The fire inside of the Dupont Plaza hotel spread quickly causing many casualties and injuries. The fire was intentionally set due to a labor dispute but the arsonists claimed it was only meant to scare visitors. Deklan tells us about a funeral home in Colorado that wa…

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#71: Serial: Robert Lee Yates Jr, UFO: Steve Michalak, and Apple whiskey sour 38:03

4M ago38:03

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Jane tells us about a serial killer, Robert Lee Yates Jr, also known as The Trash Bag Killer. Several of his victims were found shot with trash bags covering them. He has been linked to over a dozen murders in Washington state but suspected of more and possibly in other states. Deklan tells us about Steve Michalak and his strange encounter with a U…

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Year in Review: Growth, Lessons, and 2024 Vision 40:08

4M ago40:08

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In this episode of 'Today's Balanced Leader', I'll be going solo, sharing my own experiences and insights on how leadership intersects with wellness and personal growth. I'll not only focus on maintaining balance in fast-paced and ever-changing environments, but I'll emphasize the importance of reflection, setting clear goals, having purpose, and m…

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#70: Serial: I-5 Killer Randall Woodfield, Mystery: Genetic chimerism, and Rosé Lemonade 42:30

4M ago42:30

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Deklan tells us about the serial killer known as the I-5 Killer that was also called the I-5 Bandit. His actual name was Randall Woodfield and he was robbing, assaulting and killing during 1980-1981 in numerous cities across Washington, Oregon, and California. Most of his crimes took place in cities along the I-5 freeway. His true victim count is u…

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#69: Killers: Benjamin & Erika Sifrit, Thief: Gerald Blanchard, and the Big Fish cocktail 44:58

4M ago44:58

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This week Deklan tells us about the killer couple, Benjamin and Erika Sifrit. Benjamin was former military. One night the couple went to a club and met some new friends, Joshua Ford and Martha Crutchley. Unfortunately the night ended with the Sifrits murdering their new “friends” and later being convicted of the murders. Jane tells us about a maste…

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Navigating Mental Health and Addiction with Stephanie Butler 1:01:19

5M ago1:01:19

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This episode talks about sensitive topics which may trigger some individuals. Please use care when listening. In this impactful conversation, guest Stephanie Butler joins us to discuss mental health, addiction, and leadership. Stephanie is a registered social service worker and a life and wellness coach who has always been drawn to helping others. …

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#68: Richard Chase the Vampire of Sacramento, Haunted: Florida School for Boys, and Gin and Juice cocktail 55:24

5M ago55:24

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CONTENT WARNING: This episode is particularly graphic and we completely understand if you skip it for your own sake and we’ll see you next week. Or if you want to skip the most brutal story skip ahead in the episode to 32:35. This week Deklan tells us the really gross and gory information about Richard Chase, known as The Vampire of Sacramento. He …

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Journey to Leadership: Insights with Gary Nowak on Cultures, Minimalism, and Career Wisdom 58:00

5M ago58:00

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In today's episode with Gary Nowak, Executive Coach and host of two podcasts, we explore his rich journey in the corporate world. Gary, a globetrotter, shares insights into how diverse cultures shape leadership styles. We delve into the significance of learning from our mistakes, handling our mistakes, and the pivotal role of questions in career pr…

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#67: Unsolved murder: Mac Dre, Haunted: Plymouth, MA, and the Fall Harvest cocktail 44:38

5M ago44:38

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This week Deklan tells us about American rapper, Andre Hicks, popularly known as Mac Dre. He was helpful in developing a hip hop culture in the San Francisco Bay area in the early 2000s. Sadly he was murdered in Kansas City, MO and no one has been convicted of his murder.Jane tells us about the history of America’s hometown, Plymouth, MA where the …

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#66: Delphi murders: Abby Williams & Libby German, Mussolini’s UFO, and the Mussolini cocktail 41:09

5M ago41:09

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This week Jane tells us about the murder of Abby Williams and Libby German, often referred to as the Delphi Murders. Abby and Libby were best friends in Delphi, IN who went for a hike and sadly didn’t make it home. Libby was able to take a picture and make a recording of the suspect before she died. It took over 5 years to arrest the suspect, Richa…

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#65: Psychiatric killer: Russell Weston Jr, UFO: Stephenville TX, and the Cowgirl Cocktail 34:01

5M ago34:01

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This week Deklan tells us about Russell Westron Jr, he had been diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia but was off his medication. He took a gun to the US Capitol building and started shooting, killing two officers. Jane tells us about a cluster of UFO sightings in a small central Texas town. Dozens of people reported seeing a large craft in the eve…

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#64: Happy Face Killer: Keith Jesperson, Confessed: Tom Randele, and the Jamaican Smile cocktail 38:20

6M ago38:20

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This week Deklan tells us about serial killer, Keith Jesperson. He claimed he had nearly 200 victims but was convicted of far less. When someone else confessed to his crime he started claiming responsibility by leaving notes with a smiley face attached. This led to his nickname The Happy Face Killer. He was a truck driver with victims across the US…

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Managing Stress for a Healthier Work-Life Balance with Michell Brown 55:20

6M ago55:20

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In this insightful interview, Caroline discusses the importance of managing stress with our guest, Michell Brown. Michell, with over 30 years of experience in somatic movement and breathwork, shares valuable insights and practical tools to help you reduce stress and enhance your work-life balance. Introduction to Michell Brown Michell introduces he…

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#63: Scream murder: Cassie Jo Stoddart, UFO: Malmstrom Air Force Base, and the Whiskey Sour cocktail 32:50

6M ago32:50

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This week Jane tells us about the murder of Cassie Jo Stoddart. It is often referred to as the Scream murder because the perpetrators claimed to be inspired by the Scream movie series. The murderers, Torey Adamcik and Brian Draper, compared themselves to Ted Bundy and Columbine High School shooters. They wanted to be revered serial killers. Deklan …

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#62: Killer author: Nancy Brophy, No ethics: Tuskegee Experiment, and the Black Eyed Susan cocktail 53:25

6M ago53:25

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This week Jane tells us about an author, Nancy Brophy, who was convicted of killer her husband. He died 7 years after she wrote an online essay titled “How to Murder Your Husband.” She retains her innocence but was sentenced to life in prison.Deklan tells us about another terrible medical experiment that lacked any ethics, the Tuskegee experiment. …

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Leadership Inspiring Their Teams 21:07

6M ago21:07

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Episode Title: Leadership Inspiring Their Teams Introduction Caroline Baird introduces the episode and its focus on inspiring leadership. A quote is shared, emphasizing the power of creating the future as leaders. The Importance of Inspiring Leadership Highlights the significance of inspiring leadership in organizational success. Stats and research…

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#61: Confessed serial: Joe Metheny, Haunted: Armstrong Hotel, and the Colorado Bulldog 44:30

6M ago44:30

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This week Deklan tells us about convicted killer Joe Metheny. He also confessed to multiple murders that were never linked to him. It was believed he lied about his personal background and everyone hopes he lied about the gruesome things he claimed to do with some of his victims. Jane tells us about the Armstrong Hotel in Fort Collins, CO. It is a …

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