Welcome to Pessimistic at Best, a podcast for those with a penchant for frequent frustrations, personal gripes, unpopular opinions, honest observations, and the like. Hosted by Sam, your resident Pessimistic Patty, this weekly show dares to ask the question—have we tried listening to women? Each week, Sam sits down with a guest to explore the good, the bad, and the ugly. A surprisingly good country album by your favorite pop artist, a bad bang trim you gave yourself during a manic episode, a ...
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The podcast where we choose a subject, read a single Wikipedia article about it, and pretend we’re experts. Because this is the internet, and that’s how it works now.
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Gossip Without Prejudice investigates the law: how it shapes, influences, and often fails our society. We also discuss current events, teach you how to be a better member of the legal community, and arm you with the tools you need to keep your head on straight in these crazy times. Join the COO of Hemmat Law John Avi Socha and producer Lindsey Costlow weekly as we laugh our way through the pain and advocate for positive change through gripping storytelling. We promise plenty of insight, humo ...
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Your Listening SUPERPOWER podcast will help become a more impactful communicator by listening effectively and in surprising ways. Join your host and listening catalyst Raquel Ark to be inspired by listening researchers and professionals as we share tips and stories on how to work smarter and feel better by growing our listening superpower together. Your listening SUPERPOWER podcast is much more than listening. It’s practical knowledge and inspiration that you can use right away. If you’re th ...
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Chip and Jeff have a lot of fun with their special guests chatting about movies that were very important to them when they were young.
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Introducing "Amazing Stories with Zaki the Hoopoe!" 🎉 Get ready for a storytelling adventure that’s not just for kids, but for the whole family—including parents! Zaki, the lively and clever hoopoe bird, invites everyone to explore the wonders of ancient tales, where prophets, brave animals, and magical moments come to life. 🌟 Tailored for kids aged 5-8, but with plenty of fun, humor, and fascinating lessons to keep parents entertained, too! Zaki's adventures take you to deserts, seas, and e ...
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Welcome to The Horth House, a podcast for women navigating life without a father figure. Created for women by women, we explore relationships, family dynamics, mental health, and self-discovery with honesty, empathy, and a touch of humor. Each episode offers a safe, judgment-free space to reflect, heal, and grow. Join our supportive community as we embrace our journeys and create a path to wholeness. You’re not alone—your story matters. Tune in bi-weekly on your favorite podcast platform, an ...
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Welcome to Oh No, Ross and Carrie, the show where we don’t just report on fringe science, spirituality, and claims of the paranormal, but take part ourselves. Follow us as we join religions, undergo alternative treatments, seek out the paranormal, and always find the humor in life's biggest mysteries. We show up - so you don’t have to.
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S1E9: The Foundations of Birthright Citizenship - U.S. v Wong Kim Ark
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1:09:26Today, John is guiding us through the story of United States v. Wong Kim Ark. This was a landmark Supreme Court case that took place in the 1890s. As the melting pot of the United States developed, many different ethnic and racial groups were discriminated against. This is the story of how xenophobia against Chinese immigrants led the US to develop…
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A boy, a monk, and a big decision! Join Zaki and Captain Suhail as they journey across the desert sands to uncover a secret that could change the world. When true greatness is discovered, Abu Talib must make a brave choice—protect his precious nephew, no matter the danger or the cost. A story of courage, trust, and the quiet kind of heroism that sh…
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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) Who eats sardines straight from the tin, carries a wad of rubberband-bound singles, and is in “talks” with the Italian government? Depends on who's asking. Adam and I take to the podcast to toast to tinned fish, raise a stink about early morning construction, and pour one out for the many folks who…
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Today we're talking: Where did Trump's tariffs go, and why? John is excited to share his thoughts on Liberation Day, and we'd love to hear what you think. Plus - another round of Lindsey Takes the Bar Exam! We're focusing on contract questions today, so maybe Lindsey has a chance... Thanks to Quimbee for sponsoring LTBE! Submit stories and contact …
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NWP: Bar Exam AI, Student Loan Collection, Ukraine, & a University's Defense Pact
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29:56This week in the news: there's a lot. The California Bar's February exam was riddled with technical issues, and now we know part of the story why - the test writers trusted AI far too much. The Trump administration's appearance of power continues to erode, with Pete Hegseth accused of another Signal leak, and Kristi Noem's purse stolen in a public …
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Frédéric Pierre Bourdin[1] (born 13 June 1974)[2] is a French serial impostor the press has nicknamed "The Chameleon".[3] He began his impersonations as a child and claims to have assumed at least 500 false identities; [4] three being teenage missing people.[3][5]By Citation Needed Media
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We love doing LTBE and we know you love it too, so we're skipping the legal practice questions, and going straight into Lindsey Takes the Bar Exam! Please let us know what you think! And make sure to lock in your LTBE answer in the comments before John tells Lindsey the answer... And a special thanks to our Sponsor: Quimbee. Submit stories and cont…
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The Art of Listening and The Power of Humor: A Conversation Connecting Life Experiences with Cartoonist Dave Coverly
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52:10Imagine a cartoon opening a door to transform a challenging conversation into a productive and meaningful conversation in your team. In this episode, we explore how listening and observation can engage humor which can shift our mindset and enhance our ability to engage with others meaningfully. Dave Coverly is the award-winning creator of the inter…
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The Shepard in the Desert When Zaki gets stuck watching a noisy baby bird, he thinks it's the worst job ever—until he learns about the early life of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) as a young shepherd. Through the quiet hills of Makkah, we discover how caring for sheep helped shape the heart of a future Prophet. With a little help (and a lot o…
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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) It’s important to remember that the SUR experience has little to do with the food. Its true specialties lie in campy ambiance, overpriced cocktails, and the chance to share a room with some of reality TV’s messiest players—pure bliss! Matt and I jump on the podcast to honor our favorite divorce alb…
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S1E8: Tyler O'Brien - The Longhair Lawyer on fulfillment, non-attorney firm ownership, public discourse, & the rule of law.
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57:50Tyler O'Brien is a triple-admitted attorney and law firm owner redefining what it means to forge your own path in the legal industry. We discus everything from finding fulfillment as a lawyer, to Washington's new pilot program that allows non-lawyers to own law firms. Outside the legal world, Tyler is a hunter, hiker, climber, watersport enthusiast…
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NWP: 4th Circuit of Appeals Agrees: Bring Abrego Garcia Home
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26:01Latest update in Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia's lawsuit against the Trump Administration. The Court of Appeals has ruled that the government's motion to halt the Supreme Court's order to "facilitate" Garcia's return is not permitted! The hammer has been brought down, US courts have ruled unanimously that Abrego Garcia must be returned to the US. Li…
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NWP: Trump v Harvard - Higher Ed's Tax Exemption Showdown & What's Next
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21:48The latest of 7 private universities to be attacked with unfounded demands by the Trump administration - Harvard - is fighting back! John and Lindsey dive into the administration's return blow: which is an investigation into whether the government can rescind Harvard's tax exempt status. We learned A LOT about how non-profit and tax-exempt organiza…
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Elmer J. McCurdy (January 1, 1880 – October 7, 1911) was an American outlaw who was killed in a shoot-out with police after robbing a train in Oklahoma in October 1911. Dubbed "The Bandit Who Wouldn't Give Up", his mummified body was first put on display at an Oklahoma funeral home and then became a fixture on the traveling carnival and sideshow ci…
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NWP: More Abrego Garcia, Harvard's Fight, Katy Perry in STEM
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20:28We're going over the latest in Kilmar Abrego Garcia's case, and how everybody in the administration is punting responsibility. Harvard is the latest university to be targeted by the Trump administration, and we're happy to report that they are not capitulating! But in fact fighting back against the potentially unlawful attack. Finally we're going o…
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Before he was a Prophet, Muhammad faced deep loss. Discover how love, faith, and quiet strength shaped a boy who would one day change the world.By Meraj Digital
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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) Picture this: You're freshly thirteen, you've got your brand new Ocean Pacific swimsuit on, and you're patiently making your way up the wooden staircase with your tube in hand. What's waiting for you at the top, you ask? None other than the Wilderness' most infamous waterslide, the Hurricane. Talk …
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NWP: Garcia is Coming Home(?) - Noem et al. V. Abrego Garcia et al.
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17:26The Supreme Court has unanimously announced that Kilmar Abrego Garcia will be returned to the US! Maybe? Let's talk about it. Note: Since this episode was recorded, Government attorneys have argued that El Salvador is the only country capable of returning Mr. Garcia to the U.S. Meanwhile, the Court has ordered daily updates on his status - setting …
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S1E7: Castle Rock v Gonzales - The Police Will Not Protect You
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36:31What if we told you that 'protect and serve' was a meaningless slogan? What if the government actually has not duty to protect you - even if you have a court order. In 1999 a mother had a restraining order for herself and her daughters against their father. The father kidnapped the kids, the mother contacted the police multiple times, but police re…
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Welcome back to News Without Prejudice in a new studio! We're coming to you from Hemmat Studios. John and Lindsey are continuing to examine the legal chaos surrounding the deportation of Venezuelan and El Salvadorean migrants. Plus we're diving into the hot topic of Trump's tariffs - hear our thoughts, and hear the leader of Singapore share his. Su…
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Bonnie Elizabeth Parker (October 1, 1910 – May 23, 1934) and Clyde Chestnut "Champion" Barrow (March 24, 1909 – May 23, 1934) were American outlaws who traveled the Central United States with their gang during the Great Depression, committing a series of criminal acts such as bank robberies, kidnappings, and murders between 1932 and 1934. The coupl…
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🎙️ Season 2, Episode 1 – The Night of Hope Welcome back, young adventurers! In this magical season opener of Amazing Stories with Zaki the Hoopoe, we journey to a quiet night in Makkah—a night filled with stars, whispers of destiny, and the birth of someone who would change the world forever. After the miracle of the Year of the Elephant, something…
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Wrestling Is the Straight Man’s Drag
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1:00:40Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) Name something more c*nty than a giant chiseled man with a spray tan and platinum blonde blowout strutting to the ring in a bedazzled outfit to the tune of "Real American"—you can't! Rohan and I take to the podcast to celebrate grown men finding an outlet for self-expression, reject the creation of…
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OH: Attack on Justice, and Making Business Moves
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20:48Welcome back to Office Hours! Join John and Lindsey to explore a topic that is on a lot of minds right now: in the face of this administration's abuse of the judicial branch, how can we as legal professionals fight back? Plus, how do you know when to expand your solo practice? Many chose to do so after they get the business to support expansion, bu…
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S1E6: Houthi PC Small Group - National Security Nightmare
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47:48Signalgate. In this episode, John and Lindsey dive head-first into the first 5 days of the Trump Administration's Houthi PC Small Group, how messy the response has been, and what some legal consequences could look like. Hear Lindsey get HEATED, plus hear John talk on his own experience having government secrets security clearance... Submit stories …
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The Cuban Missile Crisis, also known as the October Crisis (Spanish: Crisis de Octubre) in Cuba, or the Caribbean Crisis (Russian: Карибский кризис, romanized: Karibskiy krizis), was a 13-day confrontation between the governments of the United States and the Soviet Union, when American deployments of nuclear missiles in Italy and Turkey were matche…
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NWP: Unconstitutional Prisons, NY's Shield Laws, & More Federal Cuts
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24:38Catch up on your latest legal news with News Without Prejudice! In this episode, John and Lindsey talk a lot about Texas. First: A judge ruled that Texas prisons without AC are unconstitutional! But.. no one is doing anything about it. Also in Texas, Attorney General Ken Paxton is trying his hardest to prosecute a doctor in New York who provided ab…
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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) If I have to use my own cellphone to pull up the menu at the restaurant, I'm clocking in because I work here now. I said what I said! James and I return to the podcast to celebrate Flow's Academy Award for Best Animated Feature (s/o to Latvia, a real place that exists!), dismantle the Digital Menu …
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Zaki the Hoopoe and his ever-grumbly travel buddy Captain Suhail stumble upon a mysterious treasure map hidden in a box of Eid sweets—and you know what that means: adventure time! 🏜️🌙 From ancient riddles and rhyming camels to swirling desert mirages and hidden chambers, the two unlikely heroes journey across the sands on a quest full of mystery, m…
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Becoming More Relevant with the Better Listening Method: The Power of Active and Systemic Listening in Media Organizations with Nanna Holst
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40:20In this episode of the Listening Superpower Podcast, we're joined by Nanna Holst to delve into how the media landscape's evolution, driven by new platforms, shifting consumption, and AI advancements, is swamping audiences with more information, but not necessarily more insight. We discuss how traditional media must transform, using active listening…
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OH: Whoopsie Motions, Striking Out, & LTBE
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19:05Welcome back to Gossip Without Prejudice's weekly legal operations segment, Office Hours! We're glad you're joining us today. First Lindsey and John discuss the necessities of Whoopsie Motions, and when to stay quiet. Then they dive into tips and tricks for setting up a solo firm to succeed from the start. Plus - don't miss out on Lindsey Takes the…
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S1E5: Rippling v. Deel - Corporate Espionage and the Irish Spy
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49:58Lindsey and John are excited to dive into something they've never explored before - corporate espionage! On St Patrick's Day 2025, HR tech giant Rippling sued another HR tech giant Deel. Over: a confidentiality-breaking spy, and the honeypot operation of the century. Do you use Slack at work? Then you should probably listen to this episode... Submi…
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NWP: Venezuelan Deportees & Paul Weiss's Capitulation
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20:34Welcome to this week's News Without Prejudice! John and Lindsey dive into the latest legal happenings, while trying to keep their heads on straight. Listen to learn why Judge Boasberg and Trump are fighting over deportation, and how another law firm has responded to Trump's pointed executive order. Spoiler Alert: Paul Weiss's response was the oppos…
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The Office of Strategic Services (OSS) was an intelligence agency of the United States during World War II. The OSS was formed as an agency of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS)[3] to coordinate espionage activities behind enemy lines for all branches of the United States Armed Forces. Other OSS functions included the use of propaganda, subversion, an…
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🌙 Ramadhan Special: The Big Date Dilemma | Amazing Stories with Zaki 🐦✨ When Zaki the Hoopoe and Captain Suhail the Seagull set out to deliver dates to a nearby village for iftar, they think it’ll be smooth sailing… until a sudden storm, a torn date sack, and a hungry little fox cub change their journey completely. In this heartwarming Ramadhan adv…
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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) I recently found myself feeling insecure about my Hydro during a Zoom call full of Stanleys and decided enough is enough! Screw your trendy water bottle! Unless you're still chewing on your Camelbak straw, like seriously, it's time to move on. James and I hit the podcast to celebrate mixing metals,…
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OH: Get Ahead of OCIs, Charging for Consults, & Compensation Structures
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28:12Welcome back to Gossip Without Prejudice! A new episode every Friday, plus News Without Prejudice on Wednesday, and Office Hours (plus LTBE) on Sunday. On this week's Office Hours, John and Lindsey dove head first into some pertinent questions. Our first submission is asking for advice on how to get ahead of the absurdly fast-paced legal recruiting…
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S1E4: Joe McGaugh's Judicial Negligence and Court Apathy
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41:52Welcome back to Gossip Without Prejudice! A new episode every Friday, plus News Without Prejudice on Wednesday, and Office Hours (plus LTBE) on Sunday. What does it take for a judge to get suspended? A lot more than you'd think. Today Lindsey and John dive into the story of Judge Joe Don McGaugh of Carroll County MI, who was recently suspended for …
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NWP: Lawsuits Against Trump, Perkins Coie's Rebuttal, No Bibles for Oklahoma Schools
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15:33Welcome to this week's News Without Prejudice, where John and Lindsey discuss the latest legal happenings. Join us every Wednesday! This week we talked about the legal pushback that the Trump administration is facing, a potential government shutdown, and an update on death row inmate Brad Sigmon. Submit stories and contact us here! https://gossipwi…
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2 op-eds by Ross Douthat https://www.nytimes.com/2021/11/30/opinion/abortion-dobbs-supreme-court.html https://www.nytimes.com/2025/02/07/opinion/religion-god.htmlBy Citation Needed Media
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Season One Finale: The Year of the Elephant
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15:59In this thrilling season finale of Amazing Stories with Zaki, we journey back to one of the most incredible events in history—the Year of the Elephant! Zaki the Hoopoe takes us on an adventure filled with towering elephants, a mighty army led by the ambitious Abraha, and the unexpected heroes of the story—tiny birds with a powerful mission. As Abra…
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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) Picture this: The year is 2025 and you're making the active choice to jump back on the reading train after it dawns on you that you've forgotten how to do anything besides watch TV. Sound familiar? If so, you're safe here! Grace and I take to the podcast to celebrate Chelsea Handler's new book, I'l…
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OH: Modernizing Family Law Practice, AI Potential in Personal Injury Law
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17:08Welcome to our newest segment, Office Hours! Where John and Lindsey discuss all things practice management, lawyer lifestyle, and navigating the legal industry. Plus, play LTBE with us! Submit stories and contact us here! https://gossipwithoutprejudice.com/ GWP is a Hemmat Interactive, Inc production.…
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Talking Super Fun Music Trivia and Fraud Street Loop!
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1:26:02Chip and Jeff chat about running and the awesome Fraud Street Loop with Philadelphia's premier running coach Gerard Pescatore! As a reward for all you good people supporting this fundraiser for Philabundance, Chip and Jeff take turns asking some of the best music trivia questions from the 70s, 80s, 90s, and beyond! We also chat about dogs named Fra…
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NWP: Virginia Police Shooting Clemency, Death by Firing Squad, The CA Bar Debacle
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16:14Welcome to our new segment from GWP: News Without Prejudice (NWP)! Join us for the latest in legal and political news every week. Here are some sources for today's news: https://apnews.com/article/virginia-police-shooting-youngkin-clemency-4afe8b89f591159a12f7e12601120c82 https://apnews.com/article/firing-squad-brad-sigmon-south-carolina-execution-…
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Don’t Interrupt Listening! The power of listening presence to transform conversations with James Cook
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1:05:42What if our effort to listen well actually interfered with the power of listening itself? What happens when we let go and allow listening to be about presence, depth, and genuine human connection? In this episode, we’re joined by James Cook, a learning and development specialist in coaching and team development at a large global organization. With …
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S1E3: Double Prosecution & the Gun Trace Task Force
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34:24What if we told you that the government can convict multiple people for the same single crime? Can prosecutors oppose your defense, and then turn around and hold your story as true in another trial to convict another man? This week, we learn about the Baltimore Gun Trace Task Force’s corruption, and how Keyon Paylor’s case exposed a pattern of alar…
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Audie Murphy - The Most Decorated Combat Soldier of WW2
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37:02Audie Leon Murphy (20 June 1925 – 28 May 1971)[1] was an American soldier, actor, and songwriter. He was widely celebrated as the most decorated American combat soldier of World War II,[4] and has been described as the most highly decorated enlisted soldier in U.S. history.[5][6] He received every military combat award for valor available from the …
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In this exciting episode of Amazing Stories with Zaki, our wise and whimsical hoopoe, Zaki, takes us on a journey through time to uncover the greatest prophecy ever told! From Prophet Adam to Prophet Isa (Jesus), we explore how each messenger carried a promise—one that would lead to the arrival of the final prophet, Prophet Muhammad (peace and bles…
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Talking “The Goonies” with Russ Bengtson
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1:40:15Chip and Jeff chat with writer and editor Russ Bengtson about the beloved 1985 adventure classic "The Goonies" and his book "A History of Basketball in Fifteen Sneakers." They also chat about dangerous sodas, the Fraud Street Loop, big 90s t-shirts, our first cool sneakers, sneaker culture, kids cursing in movies, awesome child actors, Cyndi Lauper…
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