Best Aaron Tan Podcasts (2025)

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Case 321: Vincent Viafore 1:24:19

23h ago1:24:19

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When 46-year-old Vincent Viafore disappeared while kayaking on the Hudson River with his fiancée, 35-year-old Angelika Graswald, it was initially believed to be a tragic accident. However, Angelika’s story and behaviour soon raised troubling questions about what really happened. --- Narration – Anonymous Host Research & writing – Milly Raso Creativ…

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Case 320: Veronica Abouchuk & Kathleen Henry 1:18:35

9d ago1:18:35

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In late September 2019, a woman reported that she had discovered evidence of a brutal crime. A discarded memory card she’d found on a street in Downtown Anchorage, Alaska had video and image files depicting the torture and murder of an Alaska Native woman. The investigation that followed revealed the stories of three women – Kathleen Henry, Veronic…

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Case 319: Theresa Feury 1:26:19

16d ago1:26:19

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*** Content warnings: child abuse, sexual assault, child victims, stalking *** In Paterson, New Jersey, during the early 1980s, Marie Moore was seen as the neighbourhood’s ‘cool mum’. The 35-year-old allowed her 12-year-old daughter Tammy to have friends over as often as she liked, and would even take the pre-teen and her friends out on fun excursi…

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Feeding Millions on the Move: Arah Tan Talks Supply Chain, Inflation, and Innovation 40:38

18d ago40:38

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Welcome to Farm to Fork: The Innovators. Today’s guest is Arah Tan, the Senior Vice President of Supply Chain and Logistics at OTG Management—a leading foodservice company operating in high-traffic venues like LaGuardia, JFK, and Newark Airports. In this episode, we dig into the unique challenges of airport food operations. Arah shares how OTG navi…

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Case 318: Tay Chow Lyang & Tony Tan Poh Chuan 1:28:33

23d ago1:28:33

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On September 15 2003, Singaporean student Ram Tiwary awoke in his Sydney apartment to find his two flatmates, Tony Tan Poh Chuan and Tay Chow Lyang, had been brutally murdered. A suspicious car seen in the area leads police on a hunt for the killers, until another suspect emerges closer to home. --- Narration – Anonymous Host Research & writing – E…

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Case 317: Thomas Perez 58:48

1M ago58:48

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When 71-year-old Thomas Perez Senior failed to return home after a short walk to his mailbox in Fontana, California, his son Tom wasn’t overly concerned. He suspected his father had just gone to visit friends or family and would return home of his own accord. But when police arrived at the Perez home to complete a missing person’s report, they came…

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57. Namtaow Panpat - Overcoming failure, the language of Jiu-jitsu and being a part of everyone’s growth. 1:36:27

1M ago1:36:27

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Had a great time doing this with my good friend Namtaow, whom I’ve known for close to 7 years now. It’s amazing to see his growth as a friend, father, doctor and jiu-jitsu practitioner. Stuff we talked about: Connecting through BJJ Learning who you are (and who others are from) rolling You can’t be the tough guy in jiu-jitsu Giving back to the comm…

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Case 316: Gilbert Bogle & Margaret Chandler 1:36:25

1M ago1:36:25

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When the bodies of Doctor Gilbert Bogle and Margaret Chandler were found along the banks of Sydney’s Lane Cove River on New Year’s Day 1963, scandal and suspicion erupted. The two were married – but not to each other – raising immediate questions of foul play. Yet as investigators peeled back the layers of this bizarre case, they found themselves t…

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Inside the Cattle Business with Aaron Cooper of 33 Ventures and Cooper Family Akaushi 55:46

1M ago55:46

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On this episode, I’m joined by Aaron Cooper, an expert in the beef cattle industry and founder of 33 Ventures and Cooper Family Akaushi. With over a decade of experience breeding and marketing premium red Wagyu (Akaushi) cattle, Aaron offers rare insights into both the commodity and specialty beef markets. We discuss why many ranchers are still hes…

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Case 315: Operation Cacam 1:24:19

1M ago1:24:19

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*** Content warnings: child victims, child abuse, child sexual assault, child exploitation *** In 2013, a forum appeared on the dark web called Hurt2theCore. Run by an anonymous user known only as Lux, it was a digital cesspool dedicated to one of the most vile subgenres of illicit pornography. It quickly became Lux’s most notorious creation and dr…

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Case 314: Yarmila Falater 1:14:42

2M ago1:14:42

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On a January night in 1997, Yarmila Falater was brutally stabbed and drowned in the family’s backyard pool. Her husband, Scott Falater, was caught red-handed, but claimed he had no memory of the crime. What followed was a high-profile trial that pitted science against suspicion, as experts debated whether Yarmila’s death was a tragic accident or de…

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Trump Tariffs with Tom Healey, CPG and Foodservice International Supply Chain Executive and Datum Advisor 31:28

2M ago31:28

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Welcome back to Farm to Fork the Innovators! Today we dive deep into a hot-button topic impacting our food supply chain: tariffs. Joining me is Tom Healy, a seasoned international sourcing executive with extensive leadership experience at renowned brands like Dairy Queen, Heinz, and Jack Link’s. Tom brings a wealth of expertise, having managed sour…

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Case 313: Keith Hibbins 47:33

2M ago47:33

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*** Content warnings: Sexual assault, homophobia*** On Anzac Day of 1999, life partners Keith Hibbins and David Campbell were walking through the Fitzroy Gardens in Melbourne when they were approached by two agitated young men, John Whiteside and Kristian Dieber. The young men claimed they were on the lookout for a pair of rapists who had just sexu…

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Case 312: Dustin Wehde 1:31:49

2M ago1:31:49

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*** Content warnings: Sexual assault *** When first responders arrived at the Roberts family home in the small town of Early, Iowa, on December 13 2001, they found 20-year-old Dustin Wehde lying in a pool of his own blood. The homeowner, Tracey Roberts, claimed she’d shot Dustin in an act of self-defence after he and another unknown assailant broke…

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Innovating Food Supply Chains with Wiggs Civitillo Founder of Starfish Networks 45:20

2M ago45:20

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Our guest today is Wiggs Civitillo, the founder and CEO of Starfish Networks, an innovative company driving traceability and connectivity in food supply chains. In today's episode, Wiggs shares how major tech players like IBM have shaped this space and how Starfish Networks uniquely connects over 200 different traceability solutions. We dive deep i…

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Case 311: Russell Hill & Carol Clay 1:32:13

2M ago1:32:13

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*** Content warnings: Gun violence, animal cruelty *** When 74-year-old Russell Hill and 73-year-old Carol Clay vanished while camping in Victoria’s rugged High Country, their disappearance brought many hidden secrets to light. People theorised that the pair had run away together, were the victims of a murder-suicide, or had accidentally been kille…

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Case 310: Kalinka Bamberski 1:25:21

3M ago1:25:21

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*** Content warnings: Sexual assault, child victims *** After 14-year-old Kalinka Bamberski is found dead in her own bed in the German town of Lindau, her French father, André Bamberski, refuses to accept that she died of natural causes. The further he digs, he starts to suspect that foul play was involved and that the person responsible was none o…

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56. Urmish Parekh - Competition, aggression and the game of Jiu-Jitsu 1:34:07

3M ago1:34:07

1:34:07

I’ve made a lot of interesting friends from jits and Urmish is one of them. We talk about the balance between strength and technique, his struggles of being the ‘big guy’ at the gym and insights from his first BJJ competition. Stuff we talked about: Gi vs. Nogi Playing the game of ‘Jiu-jitsu’ Technique > Strength? Being the ‘big’ guy at the gym Ask…

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Future of Foodservice & Franchising with Jim Balis from Capital Spring Partners 41:19

3M ago41:19

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Welcome to Farm to Fork! In this episode, I’m joined by Jim Balis, an industry veteran and the Head of Strategic Operations at Capital Spring, a leading private equity and debt investment firm specializing in food service. With a wealth of experience in restaurant operations and franchising, Jim shares his perspective on where the food service indu…

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Case 309: Lindsay Jellett 49:37

3M ago49:37

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When 41-year-old Lindsay Jellett failed to return home from his evening walk around the Victorian town of Ararat in May 1994, staff at his residential care unit were immediately worried. As well as being intellectually disabled, Lindsay had epilepsy, which required nightly medication, and it wasn’t like him to lose track of time. As daybreak emerge…

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Case 308: Ruth Finley 1:28:44

3M ago1:28:44

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*** Content warnings: Sexual abuse *** In the late 1970s, Wichita secretary Ruth Finley began to receive cryptic letters and chilling threats from a mysterious figure known only as ‘The Poet.’ For years, The Poet tormented Ruth and her husband, Ed, leaving them in a constant state of confusion and fear. Despite relentless efforts from the police, T…

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Tech & Innovation in Food Supply Chains with Marieke de Ruyter de Wildt from Open Food Chain 43:13

3M ago43:13

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Welcome to Farm to Fork: The Innovators. In today’s episode, I sit down with Marieke de Ruyter de Wildt, the founder of Open Food Chain, a blockchain-powered platform revolutionizing global food traceability. In this conversation, we dive into the current state of data and technology in the global food supply chain, how Asia is catching up to the U…

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Case 307: The Night Caller (Part 2) 1:33:15

3M ago1:33:15

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[Part 2 of 2] *** Content Warning: Sexual assault, gun violence, child victims *** By mid-1963, The Night Caller’s reign of terror had altered Perth forever, and he still remained at large and unidentified. Following another execution-style slaying in Perth’s wealthy western suburbs, investigators set a trap that would expose his identity as Eric E…

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Case 307: The Night Caller (Part 1) 1:21:56

4M ago1:21:56

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[Part 1 of 2] *** Content Warning: Sexual assault, gun violence, child victims *** The city of Perth in Western Australia is sometimes described as the most isolated city in the world. During the late 1950s, Perth’s idyllic beaches, laidback lifestyle and small town atmosphere made it feel like a safe, protected place to live. But that sense of saf…

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Feeding the Future: Mike Halen on the Consumer, Restaurants & Foodservice Trends 42:58

4M ago42:58

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The foodservice industry is at a pivotal moment, and understanding consumer behavior is key to staying ahead. In this episode of Farm to Fork: The Innovators, I sit down with Mike Halen, Senior Restaurant Analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence, to break down the current state of the restaurant and foodservice industries. Mike returns to the show after a…

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Mastering Foodservice & Direct-to-Consumer Strategies: Insights from Mike DiBeneditto, CEO of Golden Waffles 53:33

4M ago53:33

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Welcome to another episode of Farm to Fork: The Innovators! Today we’re diving into the ever-evolving world of foodservice with Mike DiBeneditto, CEO of Golden Waffles. With nearly a century of history behind the brand, Golden Waffles has become a staple in fresh waffle programs globally. Mike’s journey, from his early days in foodservice distribut…

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Foodservice Supply Chains Through a CFO’s Lens with Andrew Raabe, CFO Partner at SeatonHill 44:36

5M ago44:36

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Welcome to Farm to Fork: The Innovators. I’m excited to introduce you to another trailblazer in the world of food—Andy Raabe, CFO Partner at Seaton Hill Partners. With over four decades of involvement in the food supply chain myself, I love sharing the stories of those who are transforming how we produce and serve food. Andy brings a wealth of expe…

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Sun, Soil, and Sustainability: Peter Schmitt on Agrivoltaics and Food Industry Collaboration 49:07

5M ago49:07

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Welcome! Ttoday we’re diving into the intersection of solar energy and agriculture with our guest, Peter Schmitt, the Director of Project Development at U.S. Solar. With decades of experience in the food supply chain, I aim to uncover the transformative strategies shaping how we produce and serve food. Today’s topic, agrivoltaics, is an innovative …

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Climate on Our Plate: Francisco Martin-Rayo on AI, Food, and a Sustainable Future 39:06

6M ago39:06

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In this episode, I sit down with Francisco Martin-Rayo, the co-founder and CEO of Helios—an innovative AI platform that’s changing the game in agriculture and commodities. Together, we examine the current state of commodity markets, discuss how climate change is reshaping supplies and prices, identify which crops are feeling the greatest impact, an…

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55. Rapha Sun - Jiu-Jitsu, masculinity and the role of a man 1:43:29

6M ago1:43:29

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I knew Rapha from way back during our yoga teaching days. So it was truly special reconnecting with him again for this raw and unfiltered conversation. We delved about his life’s journey of martial arts, spirituality and fatherhood, and reflected on the importance of taking responsibility for yourself while respecting the unknown, as well as settin…

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Connecting Consumers to Agriculture: Ali Cox of Noble West on Marketing the next generation of farming 47:43

6M ago47:43

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In this episode of Farm to Fork: The Innovators, I sit down with Ali Cox, a fifth-generation farmer and the visionary founder of Noble West, a leading food marketing agency. Together, we dive into the evolving farming landscape, tackling the rising operational costs and exploring groundbreaking agricultural practices like upcycling and regenerative…

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Case 306: Ina & David Steiner 53:06

6M ago53:06

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In 1999, Ina and David Steiner founded an online newsletter called eCommerceBytes. The couple worked hard to establish themselves as knowledgeable, trustworthy and unbiased reporters in the e-commerce industry and were well respected by their niche community. Then in 2019, eCommerceBytes received a scathing message from a Twitter user who took issu…

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Case 305: Marshall Street 2:11:41

6M ago2:11:41

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*** Content warnings: Extreme sexual violence, torture, captivity, racism, domestic violence *** When 25-year-old Josefina Rivera accepted a ride with North Philadelphia local Gary Heidnik on the night of November 26 1986, she could never have anticipated the events that were about to unfold. Josefina, along with five other women – Sandra Lindsay, …

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Inside the Foodservice Supply Chain with Meal Ticket CEO Wink Jones 38:20

7M ago38:20

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In this episode of Farm to Fork: The Innovators, I sit down with Wink Jones, co-founder and CEO of Meal Ticket, to discuss the evolving challenges and opportunities in the foodservice supply chain. We dive into Wink's journey from being a professional kayaker to leading an innovative SaaS company that’s transforming how data is used across the indu…

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Case 304: The Staudte Family 1:05:01

7M ago1:05:01

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*** Content warnings: Self-harm *** When 60-year-old Mark Staudte of Springfield, Missouri, fell ill in early April of 2012, he suspected he just had a bad case of the flu. But the situation quickly turned critical, and Mark was soon found dead in his bed. A medical examiner concluded Mark had died from “natural causes”. Yet, when other members of …

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Case 303: Duncan MacPherson 1:16:46

7M ago1:16:46

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When 23-year-old Canadian ice hockey player Duncan MacPherson accepted a coaching job in Scotland, he was ready for his next adventure. But when Duncan failed to show up for the first day of his new job, serious concerns were raised about his well being. A desperate search led his parents Bob and Lynda to the Austrian Alps, kicking off a series of …

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Cultivating Change: Regenerative Agriculture, Restaurant Collaboration, and Consumer Connection with Richard Tufton, Vice President of Supply Chain for Regenified. 53:59

7M ago53:59

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Welcome to Farm to Fork: The Innovators. Our guest for this episode is Richard Tufton, Vice President of Supply Chain at Pastured Proteins for Regenified, a company committed to advancing regenerative agriculture and protecting it from greenwashing. In this episode, we explore Richard’s expertise in promoting regenerative farming practices to impro…

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Case 302: The De Gruchy Family 45:15

7M ago45:15

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*** Content warnings: Child victims *** Wayne and Jennifer De Gruchy lived a comfortable life in the New South Wales suburb of Albion Park Rail with their three teenage children, Matthew, Adrian and Sarah. But on the morning of Wednesday March 13 1996, detectives arrived at a scene that would shake the local community to the core. --- Narration – A…

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Case 301: Michella Welch & Jennifer Bastian 1:18:50

7M ago1:18:50

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*** Content warnings: Child sexual assault, child murder *** In 1986, two pre-teen girls from Tacoma, Washington, were abducted and murdered mere months apart. Both Michella Welch and Jennifer Bastian were attacked, sexually assaulted and killed after cycling to a public park. Their crime scenes were eerily similar; both bodies were hidden in woode…

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Bytes and Bites: The Tech Behind Food Traceability with Jayson Berryhill, the Co-founder and CEO of Wholechain 55:40

7M ago55:40

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In this episode, I’m joined by Jayson Berryhill, the co-founder and CEO of Wholechain, a blockchain-based solution for enhancing traceability in supply chains. Jayson’s background in mobile technology and his time working in Indonesia led him to pivot towards solving supply chain visibility challenges, particularly in food and agriculture. Wholecha…

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Case 300: Tegan Lane (Part 2) 1:27:03

8M ago1:27:03

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*** Content Warning: Child victim *** [Part 2 of 2] When Keli Lane is charged with the murder of her newborn baby Tegan in 2009, the circumstantial case sparks debate around the country. Was this star athlete a cold blooded killer or a woman unfairly judged on her poor decision making? --- Narration – Anonymous Host Research & writing – Elsha McGil…

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Case 300: Tegan Lane (Part 1) 1:18:40

8M ago1:18:40

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*** Content Warning: Child victim *** [Part 1 of 2] After 24-year-old Keli Lane gave birth in 1999, she began the process of placing her newborn son for adoption. It was soon revealed that Keli had also given birth in September 1996, to a baby girl named Tegan Lee Lane who couldn’t be located. Keli claimed Tegan was with her biological father, Andr…

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Efficient & Eco-Friendly: Transforming Foodservice Logistics with Sustainable Distribution Practices, Loraine Yalch President of National Accounts Division at ARMADA Supply Chain Solutions 1:03:16

8M ago1:03:16

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In this episode, Loraine Yalch, President of National Accounts at Armada Supply Chain Solutions, joins us to discuss the critical role of transportation and distribution in the food service supply chain. With over 23 years of experience in the industry, Lorraine shares how Armada operates as a 4PL, helping businesses optimize their logistics by man…

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Case 299: Olga Chardymova 40:09

8M ago40:09

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*** Content warnings: Child victims *** In 2002, 10-year-old Russian girl, Olga Chardymova was allowed to walk to her grandmother’s house unaccompanied for the very first time. Her journey barely began before she met a monster. For years after her death, Olga’s parents were continually tormented by another kind. --- Narration – Anonymous Host Resea…

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Case 298: Bonnie Hood 1:01:52

8M ago1:01:52

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On August 19 1990, the tiny mountain town of Camp Nelson, California was stunned when the owner of the Camp Nelson Lodge, Bonnie Hood, was found shot to death in her private cabin. Her handyman, Rudy Manuel, was also shot in the head during the attack. While various suspects and theories emerged, it wasn’t until a separate shooting took place a lit…

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Restaurant Recession? What's working in the industry, with Jonathan Maze Editor In Chief at Restaurant Business Magazine 46:03

8M ago46:03

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In this episode, I sit down with Jonathan Maze, Editor in Chief of Restaurant Business Magazine. Jonathan has been a leading voice in the restaurant industry for nearly two decades, providing deep insights into what's working and what's not. In our conversation, we explore the current state of the consumer, the so-called restaurant recession, the f…

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Case 297: Bluebelle 55:55

8M ago55:55

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*** Content warnings: Mass murder, suicide *** When the crew of an oil tanker discover a man lost at sea on November 13 1961, he tells them a harrowing tale. His name is Captain Julian Harvey, and he’s the sole survivor of a yachting disaster: his wife Mary and the Duperraults, a family of five who had chartered the yacht, were all lost when their …

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54. Rio Lim - Jiu-Jitsu, spirituality and the world of trading 1:24:43

9M ago1:24:43

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In this episode, I'm joined with fellow Singaporean, Rio Lim, whom I had the pleasure of meeting here in Chiang Mai. We both share a passion for jiu-jitsu and finance, so in this episode we dive into those worlds while exchanging stories about our journeys along the way. Always exciting to connect over shared interests and similar vibes... oss! Stu…

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Case 296: Aaron Bacon 1:20:39

9M ago1:20:39

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*** Content warnings: Child abuse, sexual assault *** On an early morning in March 1994, two strange men entered 16-year-old Aaron Bacon’s bedroom and told him they were there to take him away. Aaron’s parents had signed him up for a 63-day wilderness therapy program called North Star Expeditions in the hopes that some time following a disciplined …

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Regenerative Agriculture and the Future of Sustainable Farming, with Austin Allred owner of Royal Family Farming 45:20

9M ago45:20

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Welcome to Farm to Fork: The Innovators! In today’s episode, we’re joined by Austin, a multi-generational farmer and agritech leader from Royal Family Farming in Royal City, Washington. Austin and his family are leading the charge in sustainable cattle farming, producing beef that is better than carbon neutral. We’ll discuss the essential role of c…

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