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Welcome to "The Broken System Podcast," where we delve into the intricate web of societal challenges that individuals face when caught in the crosshairs of a flawed system. Join us as we shine a light on the untold stories of those marginalized by circumstances beyond their control – whether it's the impact of drugs, the world of prostitution, or the weight of financial disparity. In each episode, we unravel the complex narratives that often remain hidden beneath the surface, exploring the h ...
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The Broken System - Season 3 Episode 2: Who Is Amber Spradlin
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In this episode of the Broken System Podcast, host Robert Parmer introduces the story of Amber Spradlin, a woman who was murdered in Prestonburg, Kentucky. Despite extensive investigations, no one has been charged with her death. The podcast aims to shed light on systematic issues, political influences, and personal struggles within the justice sys…
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The Broken System - Season 3 Episode 1: The Tragic Death of Amber Spradlin
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Join host Robert Parmer on The Broken System Podcast as we delve into the tragic and unresolved murder of Amber Spradlin in Prestonsburg, Kentucky. Amber, a beloved 38-year-old woman, was found brutally stabbed eleven times in the head, neck, and throat on June 18, 2023, after spending the evening with friends and her boss, Dr. Mike McKinney. The c…
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The Broken System - Season 2 Episode 20: Season 1 & 2 Updates and Season 3 Preview
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In the final episode of Season 2 of "The Broken System Podcast," we bring you updates on the cases of Donald "DJ" Fickey, Braedon Rose, Temijun Kensu, and Tony Viola. Join us as we delve into their stories and explore the progress that has been made in their cases. Additionally, we provide a sneak peek into what Season 3 has in store for our listen…
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The Broken System - Season 2 Episode 19: Justice for Jacob Landin w/ Eric Carter-Landin
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In this week's gripping episode of The Broken System Podcast, we delve deep into a story that is as heart-wrenching as it is infuriating—the unsolved death of Jacob Landin. Joining us is a very special guest, Eric Carter-Landin, whose life was forever changed in 1987 when tragedy struck his family in the small town of Socorro, New Mexico. At just n…
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The Broken System - Season 2 Episode 18: Seeking Justice for Dawn Pasela
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In this week's riveting episode of "The Broken System Podcast," we delve into the heart of social justice advocacy with special guests from the "Seeking Justice" YouTube channel. Join us as we sit down with the passionate and dedicated women behind the channel to discuss the urgent need for reform and accountability within our legal systems. Our co…
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The Broken System - Season 2 Episode 17: The Wrongful Conviction Of Tony Viola Part 2
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In this week's episode of The Broken System Podcast, we delve deep into the inspiring story of Tony Viola, a man who has become a symbol of resilience in the face of injustice. Our guest, Tony Viola, shares his harrowing journey of wrongful conviction and the ensuing fight for exoneration. Tony's story is a chilling reminder of the flaws within our…
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The Broken System - Season 2 Episode 16: The Wrongful Conviction Of Tony Viola Part 1
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In this week's episode of The Broken System Podcast, we delve deep into the inspiring story of Tony Viola, a man who has become a symbol of resilience in the face of injustice. Our guest, Tony Viola, shares his harrowing journey of wrongful conviction and the ensuing fight for exoneration. Tony's story is a chilling reminder of the flaws within our…
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The Broken System - Season 2 - Episode 15: Interview with Ladonna Humphrey
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On this weeks epidsode of The Broken System Podcast, we speak with our good friend Ladonna Humphrey. LaDonna Humphrey is an award-winning writer, documentarian, investigative journalist, executive director and an advocate for victims of crime. Her passions include advocating for missing adults, crime victims, children in foster care, and for women …
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The Broken System - Season 2 - Episode 14: Interview with Alabama Cold Case Advocacy & The Unforgotten Podcast
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In this compelling episode of The Broken System Podcast, we sit down with two passionate advocates, Stormy and Sellers, from Alabama Cold Case Advocacy, the driving force behind The Unforgotten Podcast. Join us as we delve into the heart-wrenching world of cold cases, exploring the stories of the forgotten, the unsolved, and the unresolved. Stormy …
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The Broken System - Season 2 - Episode 13: Interview W/ Dana Poll Host of TrueCrime PI
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Join hosts Robert and Lexi on this week's episode of The Broken System Podcast as they delve into the world of true crime investigation and missing persons advocacy. In an exclusive interview, they sit down with Dana Poll, the host of TrueCrime PI and a passionate advocate for the missing and unidentified. Together, they explore the challenges, tri…
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The Broken System - Season 2 - Episode 12: The Disappearance of Chisti Jo Nicols
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Mark Nichols and his wife, Christi, had been married for three years when an evening out took a dark turn. Leaving their two children with a babysitter, they went to a bar. Mark returned after midnight, paid the sitter in cash, and things took a strange twist. Usually, it was Christi who handled the payment, and she did it with a check. The babysit…
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The Broken System - Season 2 - Episode 11: Music City 911 - Brandon Hall
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In this week's emotionally charged episode of The Broken System Podcast, we are joined by special guest Brandon Hall, host of Music City 911, as we delve into the heart-wrenching story of Donald "DJ" Fickey. Together, we navigate the details surrounding DJ's tragic death and shed light on the circumstances that led to this devastating event. Brando…
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The Broken System - Season 2 - Episode 10: bonus Episode from the Atlanta Podcast Meet Up
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Today, we've got a really exciting episode in store. It's a bonus episode that goes a little bit different than our typical conversations. Recently, we've had the incredible opportunity to join forces with fellow podcasters at a December meetup in Atlanta, Georgia. And at this meetup, Jason Blair, the host of the Silver Linings Handbook podcast, fa…
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The Broken System - Season 2 - Episode 9: MERRY CHRISTMAS Bonus Episode with Jason Ursy and Santa Maybe A Criminal
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Holiday cheer meets the hard-hitting corners of our justice system as Lexi and I welcome Jason Usry, the storytelling maestro behind the Santa, Maybe a Criminal podcast, to the Broken System Podcast. Together, we unwrap the complexities of true crime spiked with a dose of satire, ensuring your holiday spirits remain high even as we tackle some seri…
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The Broken System - Season 2 - Episode 8: Unraveling the Tragedy of Kadie and River Major
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Are you ready to join us on a harrowing journey through a chilling tale of tragedy, inconsistency, and justice gone awry? We are your hosts, Robert Parmer and Lexi Kakis, and we're peeling back the curtain on the heartrending case of Kadie Lee Major and her daughter River. As we journey through this tangled web of events, we will shine a light on t…
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The Broken System - Season 2 - Episode 7: Unbroken Interviews: A Conversation with Todd McComas and Jessica Noll The Investigators Part 2
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The Broken System podcast is renowned for unfolding compelling narratives, and this episode features an intriguing chat with Todd McComas, a retired Police Officer and Jessica Noll, a proven veteran in the field of journalism. Not a typical true crime podcast THE INVESTIGATORS examines unsolved murders, suspicious deaths and missing persons cases. …
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The Broken System - Season 2 - Episode 6: Unbroken Interviews: A Conversation with Todd McComas and Jessica Noll The Investigators Part 1
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The Broken System podcast is renowned for unfolding compelling narratives, and this episode features an intriguing chat with Todd McComas, a retired Police Officer and Jessica Noll, a proven veteran in the field of journalism. Not a typical true crime podcast THE INVESTIGATORS examines unsolved murders, suspicious deaths and missing persons cases. …
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The Broken System - Season 2 - Episode 5: The Case of Temujin Kensu - Part 2
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Does justice always prevail? We challenge this notion as we unpack the complex and controversial case of Temujin Kensu. We dissect the numerous irregularities and discrepancies that marred the trial, from the conspicuous absence of physical evidence to questionable eyewitness testimony. Just how did a faulty photo lineup and a dubious jailhouse inf…
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The Broken System - Season 2 - Episode 4: The Case of Temujin Kensu - Conversation With Paula Kensu
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We warmly welcome you to the Broken System podcast, where we peel back the layers of our justice system to reveal its flaws and discuss cases that expose the unsettling truth - not everyone is treated fairly. Joining us for this pivotal conversation is our new co-host, Paige Goode, a skilled lawyer with a wealth of experience. This fresh season pro…
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The Broken System - Season 2 - Episode 3: The Case of Temujin Kensu - Part 1
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Have you ever heard a story that made you question the justice system? This week on the Broken System podcast, we put a spotlight on the chilling tale of Temujin Kensu, a man held captive behind bars for three and a half decades for a crime many believe he did not commit. We dissect the dubious investigation that led to his conviction, the shaky ev…
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The Broken System - Season 2 - Episode 2 - The Silver Linings Handbook/ With Jayson Blair
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This Weeks Episode we join Jayson Blair from The Silver Linings Handbook to discuss The Broken System Podcast and other things we are looking into. " In this episode, Jayson is joined by Robert Parmer, the host to The Broken Systems Podcast, a podcast focused on bringing justice to those who deserve it. The people whose cases are derailed for a var…
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The Broken System - Season 2 Episode 1 - Mystery and Tragedy: The Tale of Braedan Rose
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Have you ever wondered the terrifying and disheartening reality that families face when a loved one vanishes without a trace? How helpless they feel when their frantic search for answers meets bureaucratic hurdles and systemic failings? Brace yourselves for an intriguing deep-dive into the baffling case of Braedan Christopher Rose, a 26-year-old wh…
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The Broken System - Season 1 Episode 9 - DJ Fickey - Legal Briefs with the Prosecutors Podcast
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What if a tragic death was not a suicide, but a murder? That's the haunting question Amanda Ficky has been asking for seven long years as she tirelessly seeks justice for her brother, Donald DJ Ficky. Join us on this episode of the Broken System Podcast as we discuss Amanda's relentless journey. Listen as we dissect the mysterious circumstances of …
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The Broken System - Season 1 Episode 8 - DJ Fickey - Amanda fought the Law, and Amanda WON... Plus Updates from the Courthouse
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Are you ready to immerse yourself in an intense discussion of the harrowing murder case of Donald DJ Ficky, as we unfold the complexities of the crime and legal proceedings? Prepare to feel the palpable relief as DJ's sister, Amanda, details the family's journey since the arrest of Marshall Payne, the accused killer. We tackle the intricacies from …
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The Broken System - Season 1 Episode 7 - DJ Fickey - Amanda and Fatboy Interview
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What if the legal system failed to bring justice for your loved one? In today's episode, we dive into DJ Ficky's story and investigate the possible cover-up of a homicide. Join us as we uncover the truth through a conversation between Amanda, DJ's sister, and Fat Boy, a witness to the crime. Learn about the drug use of those involved, the chaotic e…
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Breaking News: Marshall Payne arrested for DJ Fickey's Murder
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We're elated to share some breaking news: after years of tireless dedication, the Fickey family has finally received the email they've been waiting for—a grand jury has indicted Marshall Ralph Payne for the murder of Donald DJ Fickey. Join us as we explore the family's tumultuous journey to justice, diving into the red flags of the initial investig…
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The Broken System - Season 1 Episode 6 - DJ Fickey - The Interview Part 3
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Season One, Episode Four, Five and Six. Today's episode is titled "Interviews." In this episode, we will delve into the intriguing interviews conducted between the detectives and our person of interest, Mark. Together, we will analyze and break down these conversations, uncovering inconsistencies that shed light on the ever-changing narrative. By e…
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The Broken System - Season 1 Episode 5 - DJ Fickey - The Interview Part 2
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Season One, Episode Four, Five and Six. Today's episode is titled "Interviews." In this episode, we will delve into the intriguing interviews conducted between the detectives and our person of interest, Mark. Together, we will analyze and break down these conversations, uncovering inconsistencies that shed light on the ever-changing narrative. By e…
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The Broken System - Season 1 Episode 4 - DJ Fickey - The Interview - Part 1
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Season One, Episode Four, Five and Six. Today's episode is titled "Interviews." In this episode, we will delve into the intriguing interviews conducted between the detectives and our person of interest, Mark. Together, we will analyze and break down these conversations, uncovering inconsistencies that shed light on the ever-changing narrative. By e…
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The Broken System - Season 1 Episode 3 - DJ Fickey - The Police Report
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During this episode of " The Broken System Podcast" we embark on a comprehensive journey through The Police Reports . We uncover puzzling details that suggest the presence of multiple individuals at the scene. Mark's distractions and interactions with others during the 911 calls raise serious concerns about the handling of the emergency. Drawing fr…
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The Broken System - Season 1 Episode 2 - DJ Fickey - The 911 Tapes
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Welcome to "The Broken System," Season 1, Episode 2 - "DJ Fickey: The 911 Tapes." In this gripping installment, we continue our investigation into the mysterious and tragic death of DJ Fickey. Joining us on this riveting journey are two esteemed guests: Brandon Hall, host of the renowned "Music City 911 Podcast," and LaDonna Humphrey, a distinguish…
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The Broken System - Season 1 Episode 1- DJ Fickey
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It's a tragic story of DJ and Brandy's struggle with addiction, which ultimately led to the breakdown of their marriage and DJ's untimely death. DJ was a selfless person who loved to make others happy and was always there to help his friends and family. He had a close-knit family who did everything together and had a big heart, making him a cherish…
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