Best Lori Potter Podcasts (2025)

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Pierce the Darkness by Nannette Potter 15:58

3d ago15:58

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This episode features the first chapter of Pierce the Darkness by Nannette Potter. It is read by local actors Ariel Linn and Sean Hopper. Pierce the Darkness was published by Graylady Publishing in 2023 and is available for purchase. You can learn more about the author on her website. In each episode, we share with you mystery short stories and mys…

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Episode 60: You Have Chosen Poorly, Himmler's Grail Fail 1:24:03

8d ago1:24:03

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Join us for part 2 of the story about the Nazis and their weird fascination with the occult. We are talking about Heinrich Himmler, The Vril Society, Templars, UFOs, and More! Happy Listening! Glow: https://glow.fm/somethingwicked/ Merch Store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/something-wicked/?srsltid=AfmBOoqgtowln8PbZ9ubQbu5Jmkh8THuDVbIsK5VsKHGXOl-b…

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Show: Labor Express for 4-27-2025 - Plans for May Day 2025 and Labor Notes Podcast 57:12

17d ago57:12

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This is the full 4-27-2025 episode of the Labor Express Radio program. On the latest episode of Labor Express Radio, plans for May Day 2025 in Chicago and Labor Notes now has their own podcast! Recent episodes cover tariffs, Trump’s attacks on immigrant workers and how organized labor is fighting back. Labor Express Radio is Chicago's oldest labor …

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Episode 59: Nazis and Masons and Magic Oh my! 1:18:01

22d ago1:18:01

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The association of Nazism with occultism occurs in a wide range of theories, speculation, and research into the origins of Nazism and into Nazism's possible relationship with various occult traditions. Such ideas have flourished as a part of popular culture since at least the early 1940s. Join us today as we explore the enigmatic Thule society and …

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Show: Labor Express for 4-13-2025 - Jackson Potter on CTU TA and Omar Lopez on May Day 2025 59:50

1M ago59:50

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This is the full 4-13-2025 episode of the Labor Express Radio program. On the latest episode of Labor Express Radio, CTU members vote on a historic tentative agreement between the teachers’ union and Chicago Public Schools. CTU VP Jackson Potter discusses what was won in this TA. Omar Lopez of Consejo de Defensa de Inmigrante discusses plans for Ma…

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Interview: Jackson Potter, CTU VP on Tenantive Agreement 30:57

1M ago30:57

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Jackson Potter, Vice President of the Chicago Teachers Union, discusses the tentative agreement between the union and Chicago Public Schools management. The outcome of the TA depends on the vote of the full membership this Thursday and Friday (April 10th and 11th). Potter argues that if ratified, this will be by far the best contract ever negotiate…

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Episode 58: Madame Delphine LaLaurie 1:45:04

1M ago1:45:04

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Join us today as we talk about the life and crimes of the infamous Madame Delphine LaLaurie. Happy Listening! Glow: https://glow.fm/somethingwicked/ Merch Store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/something-wicked/?srsltid=AfmBOoqIxK7NyAWDdIsSWvv-ggtnrpObtyPZACBuZdFnHRN_-Hw4qLNX Website: https://www.podpage.com/something-wicked/ Facebook Group: https://…

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Pleasant Drive by Chelle Martin 23:35

2M ago23:35

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This episode features the mystery short story Pleasant Drive written by Chelle Martin. It is read by local actor Sean Hopper. Pleasant Drive appeared in the Small Crimes anthology, edited by Michael Bracken. Published by Betancourt and Company, 2004. You can learn more about the author on her website. In each episode, we share with you mystery shor…

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Show: Labor Express for 3-30-2025 - Chicago Firefighters hold rally with CTU, Federal workers launch “Let Us Work” campaign 58:05

2M ago58:05

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This is the full 3-30-2025 episode of the Labor Express Radio program. On the latest episode of Labor Express Radio, though the Chicago Teachers Union’s contract fight may be coming to a close, Chicago firefighters have been without a contract for four years! CTU and Chicago Firefighters Local 2 hold a joint rally. Also, federal workers' unions lau…

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Episode 57: Storytime! Adam And Prometheus 58:47

2M ago58:47

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Tune in for another storytime! This story is a new twist on a classic horror that your girl thought up in her own twisted little lump of think meat. Happy listening! Glow: https://glow.fm/somethingwicked/ Merch Store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/something-wicked/?srsltid=AfmBOoq6KaINbg4zAEkx90Moye8_Ehm-Mb3RITtILf2mvlSa9wiLV74U Website: https://ww…

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Show: Labor Express for 3-9-2025 - CTU delivers petitions to CPS and the 2025 Labor Oscars 55:56

2M ago55:56

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This is the full 3-9-2025 episode of the Labor Express Radio program. On the latest episode of Labor Express Radio, the Chicago Teachers Union delivers community petitions to CPS and calls on the board to address five outstanding issues in contract negotiations. Also, the 2025 Labor Oscars! Labor Express Radio is Chicago's oldest labor news and cur…

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Episode 56: Haunted Artifacts 1:21:59

2M ago1:21:59

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Join us today as we cover some o the most interesting and terrifying haunted artifacts that have taken the world by storm. Glow: https://glow.fm/somethingwicked/ Merch Store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/something-wicked/?srsltid=AfmBOoq2nJh2zpP10bea_zFFvgOpwi8rlgRIsUUU8rtL4-nsjqWeXd4S Website: https://www.podpage.com/something-wicked/ Facebook Gr…

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Show: Labor Express for 2-23-2025 - March 4th day of action to defend public education, Natascha Uhlmann on protecting immigrant workers and Lori Wallach on tariffs 57:34

3M ago57:34

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This is the full 2-23-2025 episode of the Labor Express Radio program. On the latest episode of Labor Express Radio, teacher’s unions prepare for a national day of action to defend public education on March 4th. Also Natascha Uhlmann from LaborNotes on protecting immigrant workers and Lori Wallach of Rethink Trade on tariffs. Labor Express Radio is…

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Episode 55: The Psycho Mama's Boy Of Plainfield: Ed Gein 1:37:07

3M ago1:37:07

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Ed Gein. A name synonymous with horror and depravity, was an American murderer and body snatcher whose crimes shocked the nation. His twisted psyche and ghastly deeds served as inspiration for several iconic horror characters, including Norman Bates from "Psycho," Leatherface from "The Texas Chainsaw Massacre," and Buffalo Bill from "The Silence of…

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Tragedy in Tahoe by Rachele Baker 21:27

3M ago21:27

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This episode features the first chapter of Tragedy in Tahoe by Rachele Baker. It is read by local actor Ariel Linn. Tragedy in Tahoe was published in August of 2023 and is available for purchase. You can learn more about the author on her website. In each episode, we share with you mystery short stories and mystery novel first chapters read by acto…

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Show: Labor Express for 2-9-2025 - Alex Lawson of Social Security Works on Medicaid cuts 57:00

3M ago57:00

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This is the full 2-9-2025 episode of the Labor Express Radio program. On the latest episode of Labor Express Radio, Alex Lawson of Social Security Works talks about Republican plans to gut Medicaid and how we can fight the cuts. Also an update on CTU contract negotiations. Labor Express Radio is Chicago's oldest labor news and current affairs radio…

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Show: Labor Express for 1-26-2025 - Chicago teacher's strike coming? What the Trump Administration 2.0 will mean for working people 56:33

3M ago56:33

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This is the full 1-26-2025 episode of the Labor Express Radio program. On the latest episode of Labor Express Radio, are Chicago teachers headed for a strike? And more coverage of what the Trump Administration 2.0 will mean for working people - a view post-inauguration. Labor Express Radio is Chicago's only labor news and current affairs radio prog…

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Episode 54: Storytime: The Faceless Ones 39:18

4M ago39:18

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On today's episode we're doing another storytime! Tune in to hear a thrilling tale full of mystery, suspense, and ALLLL the conspiracy! Happy listening! Glow: https://glow.fm/somethingwicked/ Merch Store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/something-wicked/?srsltid=AfmBOorcll4VGcYupooPzDLqm77E0WFo6OcGdg5D1o5ncAK9Mi42Fo0- Website: https://www.podpage.com…

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Episode 53: The Bell Witch Haunting 1:20:21

4M ago1:20:21

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We are back with another frightful legend full of ghosties, witches, and hobgoblins! Tune in with us today to hear all about the infamous Bell Witch haunting. Happy Listening! Glow: https://glow.fm/somethingwicked/ Website: https://www.podpage.com/something-wicked/ Merch Store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/something-wicked/?srsltid=AfmBOoqu_dngXZc…

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Show: Labor Express for 12-22-2024 - Jorge Mujica on resisting Trump’s planned mass deportations and voices from the Amazon picket lines 54:40

5M ago54:40

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This is the full 12-22-2024 episode of the Labor Express Radio program. Jorge Mujica of ARISE Chicago Workers Center discusses resisting Trump’s planned mass deportations. Also voices from the Amazon picket lines and info on the Starbucks nationwide strike. Labor Express Radio is Chicago's only labor news and current affairs radio program. News for…

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Some Things Don’t Change at Christmas By KM Rockwood 18:26

5M ago18:26

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This episode features the Christmas short story Some Things Don’t Change at Christmas By KM Rockwood. It is read by local actor Parker Forrest Lewis. This one is less a mystery than a sweet Christmas story, but it does have a bit of a mystery to it. You can learn more about the author on her website. In each episode, we share with you mystery short…

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Show: Labor Express for 12-8-2024 - Jimmy Williams Jr., Mark Dimondstein, and Adolph Reed Jr. discuss the aftermath of the 2024 election 1:09:14

5M ago1:09:14

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This is the full 12-8-2024 episode of the Labor Express Radio program. Jimmy Williams Jr., President of the International Union of Painters, Mark Dimondstein, President of the American Postal Workers Union and professor Adolph Reed Jr. all discuss the aftermath of the 2024 election and what it means for the working class. Labor Express Radio is Chi…

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Gnomes For the Holidays by Margaret S. Hamilton 15:47

5M ago15:47

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This episode features the Christmas mystery short story Gnomes For the Holidays by Margaret S. Hamilton. It is read by local actor Donna Beavers. You can learn more about the author on her website. In each episode, we share with you mystery short stories and mystery novel first chapters read by actors from the San Joaquin Valley. Our theme song was…

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Show: Labor Express for 11-24-2024 - CTU ties contract fight to fight against Trump’s Project 2025, we also examine xenophobia and fascism post-Trump’s re-election 56:04

6M ago56:04

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This is the full 11-24-2024 episode of the Labor Express Radio program. Trump’s re-election will bring massive, sustained attacks on the working class, unions, and especially immigrant workers. The labor movement must begin now to build a fightback strategy. The Chicago Teachers Union leads the way with a march and rally tying their contract fight …

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The Jumper by John M. Floyd 15:38

6M ago15:38

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This episode features the mystery short story The Jumper by John M. Floyd. It is read by local actor Larry Mattox. The Jumper was originally published in the Autumn 1999 issue of Crimestalker Casebook. You can learn more about the author on his website. In each episode, we share with you mystery short stories and mystery novel first chapters read b…

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Episode 52: Kneecapping for Jesus: Roch Theriault and The Ant Hill Kids 1:49:34

6M ago1:49:34

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Throughout the late 1970s and '80s, Ant Hill Kids leader Roch Thériault subjected his followers to an escalating series of horrors, including sexual assault, mutilation, and murder. Join us today as we explore the brutal, twisted mind of Roch Theriault and his cult. Happy Listening! Glow: ⁠https://glow.fm/somethingwicked/⁠ Website: ⁠https://glow.fm…

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Two Birds, One Stone by Roger Johns 20:09

6M ago20:09

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This episode features the mystery short story Two Birds, One Stone by Roger Johns. It is read by local actor Ariel Linn. An earlier version of this story appeared in Alfred Hitchcock's Mystery Magazine, under the title Birdbrains, in Jan/Feb 2022. You can learn more about the author on his website. In each episode, we share with you mystery short s…

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Show: Labor Express for 10-27-2024 - Jackson Potter, CTU VP on teacher’s contract negotiations and school board elections, plus ACERO closures 55:20

7M ago55:20

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This is the full 10-27-2024 episode of the Labor Express Radio program. Jackson Potter, Vice President of the Chicago Teachers Union, discusses contract negotiations, the CPS budget crisis, and the first-ever elections for the Chicago Board of Education. Plus, teachers and parents speak out on ACERO’s plan to close 7 Chicago charter schools in Lati…

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Interview: Jackson Potter, CTU VP on teacher’s contract negotiations 33:49

7M ago33:49

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Jackson Potter, Vice President of the Chicago Teachers Union, discusses contract negotiations, the CPS budget crisis, and the very first elections for the Chicago Board of Education.

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Show: Labor Express for 10-13-2024 - The ILA (Longshoremen) win their strike. UAW President Shawn Fain speaks to the CTU. 1:00:52

7M ago1:00:52

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This is the full 10-13-2024 episode of the Labor Express Radio program. The ILA (The International Longshoremen's Association) wins their 3-day strike and a 62% wage increase! UAW President Shawn Fain speaks to the CTU (Chicago Teachers Union). Labor Express Radio is Chicago's only labor news and current affairs radio program. News for working peop…

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Floating Past the Graveyard! by Pamela Ebel 11:15

7M ago11:15

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This episode features the Halloween mystery short story Floating Past the Graveyard! by Pamela Ebel. It is read by local actor Theodore Fox. You can learn more about the author on her website. In each episode, we share with you mystery short stories and mystery novel first chapters read by actors from the San Joaquin Valley. Our theme song was writ…

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Episode 51: Spoopy Story Time! 1:01:59

7M ago1:01:59

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Tune in for another extra spoopy story time! Just in time for Halloween! Happy Listening! Glow: https://glow.fm/somethingwicked/ Merch Store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/something-wicked/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/745031373149930 All music from: https://pixabay.com/

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The Codicil by Shannon Taft 23:00

7M ago23:00

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This episode features the mystery short story The Codicil by Shannon Taft—this is a ghost mystery perfect for Halloween season. It is read by local actor Sean Hopper. The Codicil appeared in the Fantastic Detectives anthology. You can learn more about the author on her website. In each episode, we share with you mystery short stories and mystery no…

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Episode 50: As Seen On TV...Or Not: The History Of The BAU 1:53:04

8M ago1:53:04

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Have you ever wondered why, in TV shows and movies the FBI gets involved with every single murder case? Or why we are so fascinated with these cases in the first place? What makes these psychos tick? And how many cases are solved or left untouched by the authorities that are involved? As much as Hollywood tends to glamorize and paint this superhero…

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Show: Labor Express for 9-22-2024 - Julian Electric workers organize, Jonas Čeika on fascism & middle classes 55:32

8M ago55:32

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This is the full 9-22-2024 episode of the Labor Express Radio program. ARISE Chicago workers center helps Julian Electric workers in Lockport organize a union, Kiefer Dunn discusses adjuncts first contract fight at the Art Institute, Peter Hudis discusses Ukraine and Palestine, and Jonas Čeika talks about fascism and the middle class. Labor Express…

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Four Pieces of Evidence by Pamela Ebel 19:38

8M ago19:38

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This episode features the First Chapter of Four Pieces of Evidence by Pamela Ebel. It is read by local actor Sean Hopper. You can read the entire story here and learn more about the author on her website. In each episode, we share with you mystery short stories and mystery novel first chapters read by actors from the San Joaquin Valley. Our theme s…

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Show: Labor Express for 9-8-2024 - Les Leopold, author of Wall Street’s War on Workers: How Mass Layoffs and Greed Are Destroying the Working Class and What to Do About It 58:38

8M ago58:38

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This is the full 9-8-2024 episode of the Labor Express Radio program. Les Leopold, Executive Director of the Labor Institute and author of a new book entitled Wall Street’s War on Workers: How Mass Layoffs and Greed Are Destroying the Working Class and What to Do About It, talks about how mass layoffs and economic dislocation are directly related t…

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Show: Labor Express for 8-25-2024 - the U.S. labor movement inside and outside the Democratic National Convention (DNC) 2024. 57:07

9M ago57:07

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This is the full 8-25-2024 episode of the Labor Express Radio program. The U.S. labor movement inside and outside the Democratic National Convention (DNC) 2024. Labor Express Radio is Chicago's only labor news and current affairs radio program. News for working people, by working people. Labor Express Radio airs every Sunday at 8:00 PM on WLPN in C…

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Show: Labor Express for 8-11-2024 - ALU joins Teamsters, Pizza Nova workers, SureBuilt workers, Colombian Demand Justice 58:57

9M ago58:57

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This is the full 8-11-2024 episode of the Labor Express Radio program. ARISE Chicago Workers Center assists workers at Pizza Nova and SureBuilt Concrete Forms organize. The Amazon Labor Union (ALU) affiliates with the Teamsters. Colombian workers win a lawsuit against Chiquita Bananas for paying death squads responsible for workers' deaths. Labor E…

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Episode 49: Killer Clowns And Candymen: John Wayne Gacy Part 2 58:05

9M ago58:05

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Tune in to hear part 2 of the John Wayne Gacy case, and how he, Dean Corll, and king of the scumbag empire John D. Norman are all tied together in a ring that spans all over the world. Happy Listening! Glow: https://glow.fm/somethingwicked/ Website: https://www.podpage.com/something-wicked/ Merch Store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/something-wicke…

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Going Home by Sharon Marchisello 16:44

9M ago16:44

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This episode features the First Chapter of Going Home by Sharon Marchisello. It is read by local actor Amelia Ryan. Going Home was published by ‎Sunbury Press, Inc. on August 15 of 2014. You can learn more about the author on her website. In each episode, we share with you mystery short stories and mystery novel first chapters read by actors from t…

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Episode 48: Killer Clowns and Candymen: The John Wayne Gacy Case 1:24:24

9M ago1:24:24

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John Wayne Gacy was an American serial killer and sex offender who raped, tortured, and murdered at least 33 young men and boys in Norwood Park Township, near Chicago, Illinois. He became known as the Killer Clown due to his public performances as a clown prior to the discovery of his crimes. Tune in as we discuss this killer clown's crimes, and hi…

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Murderous Means by Lida Sideris 12:51

9M ago12:51

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This episode features the first chapter of Murderous Means by Lida Sideris. It is read by local actor Casey Ballard. Murderous Means was published by Level Best Books in December of 2023. You can learn more about the author on her website. In each episode, we share with you mystery short stories and mystery novel first chapters read by actors from …

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Show: Labor Express for 7-28-2024 - Palestinian trade unionists call for ceasefire and CTU fights 2024-25 CPS budget proposal 54:46

10M ago54:46

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This is the full 7-28-2024 episode of the Labor Express Radio program. The Chicago Teachers Union fights the CPS 2025 school budget. Palestinian trade unionists speak out on a call hosted by the National Labor Network for a Ceasefire. Labor Express Radio is Chicago's only labor news and current affairs radio program. News for working people, by wor…

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Show: Labor Express for 7-7-2024 - Labor Notes 2024 session on direct action and CTU fights layoffs 56:15

10M ago56:15

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This is the full 7-7-2024 episode of the Labor Express Radio program. The Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) protests the layoffs of 330 paraprofessionals by Chicago Public School management. Also, excerpts from the Labor Notes 2024 panel on Direct Action - workers in retail, education, media and more discuss how they have used various forms of direct ac…

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Show: Labor Express for 6-23-2024 - Jorge Mujica on Mexican Elections, CTU’s first public bargaining session 55:59

10M ago55:59

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This is the full 6-23-2024 episode of the Labor Express Radio program. The Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) and CPS hold the first-ever contract bargaining session open to the public. Jorge Mujica discusses the presidential election in Mexico and AMLO’s legacy. Labor Express Radio is Chicago's only labor news and current affairs radio program. News for…

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Episode 47: Ghastly Ghouls, The History Of Ghosts And Ghost Stories 1:23:28

10M ago1:23:28

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Join us today as we cover the history of ghosts and their stories, from ancient Mesopotamia, all the way up to modern day. Happy Listening! Glow: https://glow.fm/somethingwicked/ Website: https://www.podpage.com/something-wicked/ Merch Store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/something-wicked/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/74503137314…

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Conversation With the Murderer by Heidi Hunter 8:09

10M ago8:09

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This episode features the mystery short story Conversation With the Murderer written by Heidi Hunter. It is read by local actor Mary Catherine. This story was first published in Flash Bang Mysteries e-zine in May 2019. You can learn more about the author on her website. In each episode, we share with you mystery short stories and mystery novel firs…

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One of You by Lorie Lewis Ham 18:55

11M ago18:55

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This episode features the prologue and first chapter of One of You by Lorie Lewis Ham. It is read by local actor Cady Mejias. One of You was published in June of 2024 and is the second book in her Tower District Mystery series. You can learn more about the author on her website. In each episode, we share with you mystery short stories and mystery n…

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Episode 46: Storytime! The Briarwood Inn 1:02:00

11M ago1:02:00

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Tune in with us as we share another story written by, Your Girl! This one is called The Briarwood Inn and it is a mindfuck and a half. So pop some corn, turn down the lights, and let's get it! Glow: https://glow.fm/somethingwicked/ Website: https://www.podpage.com/something-wicked/ Merch Store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/something-wicked/ Facebo…

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