Best Joe Vargas Podcasts (2025)

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Joe Zaso, Blood And Himbos; S3 E-11 46:43

1d ago46:43

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Joe Zaso is a celebrated independent film actor, producer, and director known for his unforgettable work in cult horror, sci-fi, and action movies. With a career spanning over three decades, Joe has become a staple of the indie film scene, starring in and producing countless low-budget classics that have earned global fan followings. Inspired by It…

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Teenage Mutant Ninja Animators, Ciro Nieli; S3 E-10 1:02:57

7d ago1:02:57

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Ciro Nieli is an award-winning animation director, producer, and showrunner best known for his work on Teen Titans (Cartoon Network), Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (Nickelodeon), and The Avengers: Earth’s Mightiest Heroes (Marvel/Disney). With over two decades in the animation industry, Ciro has developed original animated series, directed storyboar…

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Evette Vargas, From Rent to Red Carpets: The Hustle That Took Over Cannes; S3 E9 50:41

15d ago50:41

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Evette Vargas is an award-winning writer, director, and producer featured in Forbes and named an Artist to Watch by The New York Times. She’s created content for Amazon, MTV, Bravo, and interactive experiences for Fast and Furious, Lord of the Rings, Madonna, and Wu-Tang Clan. Her digital series Dark Prophet, starring Henry Rollins, was Emmy-conten…

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The Hidden Secret to Networking, Lynn Stevenson; S3 E8 44:11

22d ago44:11

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Get ready to dive into the creative mind of Lynn Stevenson, an accomplished film and television producer, director, editor, and writer with a dynamic career across Hollywood and beyond. A San Francisco native, Lynn started her journey as a film editor before moving to Los Angeles, where she joined the prestigious Motion Picture Editors Guild and be…

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Rachid El Guerrab, Secret Google Projects, Emmy Wins, & VR Dreams; S3 E7 59:21

29d ago59:21

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Rachid El Guerrab is an Emmy-winning producer, game developer, and VR storyteller whose groundbreaking work bridges the worlds of film, gaming, and immersive technology. As a key figure behind projects like the Oscar-nominated VR short Pearl and AAA video games like God of War, Rachid has pioneered interactive storytelling in virtual reality, 360° …

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What are the real opportunities for film school graduates?, Matthew Alson Thornbury; S3 E6 1:25:35

1M ago1:25:35

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Born in Pikeville, KY, Matthew Alson Thornbury moved with his family to southern California in the early 80s, where he began acting at age 4. After moving to Texas in 1989 and self-publishing a comic book at age 13, Matthew moved to Indiana in 1997 and attended the NYFA at UCLA at age 16. He majored in Cinema/Television at USC before starting his c…

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Trevor Roth, To Boldly Go Where No Producer Has Gone Before; S3 E5 50:57

1M ago50:57

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As C.O.O. and Head of Development for Roddenberry Entertainment, Trevor Roth works to develop and produce innovative science-fiction entertainment properties that remain true to traditions of the late Gene Roddenberry, creator of Star Trek. Roth serves as executive producer on the new CBS All Access series Star Trek: Discovery, as well as its upcom…

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Grae Drake, Being The Good Kind of Weird with Robert Rodriguez and Jennifer Lawrence; S3 E4 55:53

2M ago55:53

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In 6th grade, when Grae, aka Ms. Moviefone, was arranging movie outings for all her friends, she picked the movie. Through the years studying film at the University of Texas at Austin, being honored by Sundance and the Director's Guild of America, and working as a filmmaker in Los Angeles, she realized how terrible she was at keeping her opinions t…

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Ryan Paul James, How To Write 10 Plays In 10 Years; S3 E3 50:58

2M ago50:58

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Ryan Paul James is an award-winning playwright, TV writer, and screenwriter. He has authored 12 plays that have been produced in various theaters around the world. One critic described him as “the Neil Simon of his generation,” which caught the attention of Simon’s manager, leading to Ryan signing with him. Ryan has also contributed to several TV s…

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Grant E. Rosenberg, How to Sell Your TV Idea Without Selling Your Soul, What Every Aspiring TV Writer Needs to Know; S3 E2 57:58

2M ago57:58

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Grant Rosenberg has been involved in television and feature film development and production for the past forty years. The first part of his career was spent as an executive at NBC, Paramount Television and The Walt Disney Studios. In the second part of his career, he transitioned to hands-on writing and producing. During his tenure at Paramount, he…

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Jordan Kerner, Mighty Ducks, Mightier Producers: Magic Behind the Scenes; S3 E1 1:17:05

2M ago1:17:05

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Jordan Kerner is a renowned film producer with a storied career spanning decades. After beginning his journey in entertainment with Group W for KPIX San Francisco in 1971, he transitioned into law in 1976 before returning to entertainment as a program and talent negotiator at CBS in 1977. He gained further experience at Universal Television for NBC…

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Producers Lounge is Back And Better Than Ever! Season 3 Announcement! 1:57

4M ago1:57

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Music is Faster Does It by Kevin Macleod Subscribe Wherever Fine Podcasts Are Found - https://www.buzzsprout.com/1876234/episodes Follow Us on Social Media! Greater & Grander on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/GreaterGrander Greater & Grander on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GreaterGrander Greater & Grander on Twitter - https://twitter.co…

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Micah Faustin Part 3 - Army Ranger, Global War on Terrorism Veteran, Business Owner 40:58

4M ago40:58

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Send us a text Welcome to the 55th episode of the Remember My Name Podcast! This is the last of a three-part episode where I interview former Army Ranger Micah Faustin. For this episode, Micah talks about getting out of the military and how he coped with the loss of not only 3 teammates but his own brother and the emotion pain of what to do next. H…

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Micah Faustin Part 1 - Army Ranger, Global War on Terrorism Veteran, Business Owner 1:00:11

4M ago1:00:11

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Send us a text This is part 1 of a three-part episode where I interview former Army Ranger Micah Faustin. For this first episode, Micah talks about growing up in a large family in the suburbs of Denver. After high school, he worked for a shooting range that helped plant the seed for his future in the Army. He was sent off to basic training and then…

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Micah Faustin Part 2 - Army Ranger, Global War on Terrorism Veteran, Business Owner 1:24:07

4M ago1:24:07

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Send us a text Welcome to the 54th episode of the Remember My Name Podcast! This is part 2 of a three-part episode where I interview former Army Ranger Micah Faustin. For this first episode, Micah talks about the history of the Army Rangers and how they became one of the premier special operations forces we know today. He also discusses his first d…

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Before You Move Out of America, Consider Moving Toward Love w Sonya Renee Taylor 36:20

5M ago36:20

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On this season finale of “America, Who Hurt You?” Sarah Jones sits down with New York Times bestselling author and activist, Sonya Renee Taylor to discuss why radical self love IS the moment. Yes, even in the face of oppressive systems and the current American Bro-ligarchy. Sonya reminds us that, in order to build the world we want to live in, we m…

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The Only Way Out is Through (Community) w. Sophia Bush 42:16

5M ago42:16

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In case the holiday season and heading into (project 🫠) 2025 is feeling like an emotional mixed bag, this week Sarah Jones sits down with actress, producer, and activist, Sophia Bush for her take on how to show up for change and healing both individually and collectively. After coming through a year of personal upheaval to find freedom on the other…

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You Can’t Ban What’s Always Been Here: Islam in America w. Kashif Shaikh 38:09

5M ago38:09

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Even with the most urgent issues facing the US as we head into (Project) 2025, our foreign policy on the Middle East and Islam are right at the top. And if you think it only affects people overseas, just ask Muslim Americans how the consequences play out stateside in their everyday lives. This week, host Sarah Jones talks to Kashif Shaikh, presiden…

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It’s (Thanks)Giving Trauma w. Paul Scheer 44:07

5M ago44:07

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If you need a pre-Thanksgiving pep talk, this is the episode for you. This week host Sarah Jones talks to Paul Scheer about his New York Times best seller Joyful Recollections of Trauma and how to both love your family AND still hold space for yourself. Whether you can’t swallow how your cousin voted or you’re stuffing (😬) down unacknowledged child…

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Your Post-Election Rage Might Be Your New Bestie w. Dr. Jennifer Mullan 42:00

6M ago42:00

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Politics got you rethinking your mental health? You’re not alone! In the aftermath of the election, some are considering therapy for the first time, while others may be wondering if their current therapeutic practices are really addressing the grief they’re experiencing. This week, Sarah Jones talks to psychologist and best-selling author of Decolo…

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We WILL Make It Through... But First We Nap w. Ashley Allison and Maurice Mitchell 48:03

6M ago48:03

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Well, we survived the election; now we just have to… keep going. This week, host Sarah Jones pushes through the exhaustion with CNN commentator Ashley Allison and national director of the Working Families Party Maurice Mitchell to break down what really happened. And more importantly what in the (literal?) hell is next, for all of us, but especiall…

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No Person Is Illegal— Ask an Undocumented Citizen w. Jose Antonio Vargas 41:46

6M ago41:46

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With the election a week away, polls show immigration is a top issue for voters even though most Americans have no idea how our immigration system actually works, or how much our society depends on the contributions of immigrants, both documented and not. This week, Sarah sits down with Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and founder of Define Americ…

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Understanding Project 2025 Is the Ultimate "Black Job" w. Janai Nelson 42:13

7M ago42:13

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Project 2025 may be the Heritage Foundation’s plan for next year, but its strategies are built to set equality back decades, especially for groups already dealing with America’s legacy of discrimination. This week, host Sarah Jones is joined by Janai Nelson, the President and Director Council of the NAACP Legal Defense Fund, to break down Project 2…

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Renewable Energy: How to Stay in the Climate Fight w. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson 33:24

7M ago33:24

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This week on #AmericaWhoHurtYou, author and climate policy expert Ayana Elizabeth Johnson (@ayanaeliza ) is ringing the alarm about the climate crisis, but in a way that offers real solutions, including how to do our small part in practical ways AND hold the biggest climate culprits (hiii fossil fuel execs and paid for politicians!) accountable. Sp…

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White Women for the Win? The Politics of America’s Biggest Voting Block w. Shannon Watts 39:30

7M ago39:30

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Years of exit polls tell us that the outcome of this election may come down to white women who, at 40%, make up the majority of the entire electorate. But what can be done about the fact that white women have a track record of voting more conservatively in the majority of presidential elections since 1950, even when a fellow white woman was an opti…

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Escape the Manosphere w. Liz Plank 37:42

7M ago37:42

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Our second ever female candidate is running for the highest office in the land– and the gender divide among Americans is at an all time high. This week, host Sarah Jones talks with Liz Plank, (a.k.a. Feministabulous) about the murky waters dividing men and women, and how to bridge across them in time to save democracy. If you’re tired of running in…

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Don White - Kendall County Constable, Involved in a Shooting, 23 Years of Service, Firearms Instructor 1:02:46

7M ago1:02:46

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Send us a text Don White grew up in the hill country of Texas. After working in various capacities of engineering and construction, he had a desire to join the US Marine Corps. However, the love for his community won him over and he became a constable instead. Throughout Don's 23 year career, he made a difference in the lives of Kendall County and …

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Who Deserves a Clean Slate? w. Sheena Meade 39:32

8M ago39:32

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“Don’t do the crime if you can’t do the time.” But how long after serving their prison sentence should we punish people? And in an economy fueled in large part by the prison industrial complex, what kind of crimes should warrant keeping a person unemployed, unhoused, and in a cycle of poverty? This week, host Sarah Jones talks to Sheena Meade, the …

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How Well Is The Wellness Industry? w. Jameela Jamil 32:17

8M ago32:17

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Supplements, and Gut Health, and Ozempic , Oh My! The wellness industry has no shortage of solutions for what ails us. But in a saturated market it feels nearly impossible to tell the fish oil from the snake oil—and whether the problem is really our physical health, or something much bigger…and more political. On this episode, host Sarah Jones talk…

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How to Start (and Sustain) a Lifetime of Activism w. Jane Fonda 33:31

8M ago33:31

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With our planet (and therefore everyone on it) in crisis, how do we keep our heads above rising sea levels while demanding a sustainable future…not just for billionaires with bunkers? This week, Sarah Jones asks Academy Award winner and climate activist Jane Fonda how she keeps up the good fight after decades of activism filled with both successes …

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Who Cares About the "Care Economy"? w. Ai-jen Poo 33:19

9M ago33:19

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This week Sarah and labor organizer, Ai-jen Poo, dive into the “care economy” and how we’re all part of it, even if we don’t know what it is You can follow Sarah Jones, see pod updates, and respond to AWHY prompts @yesimsarahjones on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook. Send your responses to our weekly prompts to [email protected] . This podcast was p…

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Joe Vargas Sr. - Mexican Immigrant, Santa Ana's First Hispanic Police Officer, 36 Years of Service 1:05:01

9M ago1:05:01

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Send us a text As a teenager, Joe Vargas Sr. immigrated from Mexico to Orange County, CA and started his life there. After working various jobs, he learned English and received his high school diploma. He got a degree in Police Science and eventually joined Stranton PD after eventually ending up at Santa Ana PD. Being it's first Hispanic officer, h…

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Let's Get This (Third) Party Started w. Maurice Mitchell 44:19

9M ago44:19

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In a world defined by voters fed up with the binary options of our two-party system, is there a third way that’s not…delulu? In this episode, Sarah talks with Maurice Mitchell, the national director of The Working Families Party, about how to build a robust third party without ignoring the very real math problem third party candidates can pose in A…

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The Unbearable Whiteness of Being w. Jonathan Metzl 41:17

9M ago41:17

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Ok, white people, how y’all doing? Cause the data is in, and the answer for some of you seems to be… not great. In this episode, Sarah is joined by Jonathan Metzl, a researcher who investigates the impact of right-wing health care and gun control policies on their white supporters. Jonathan’s books Dying of Whiteness and What We’ve Become reveal th…

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Debating Trans Rights? Maybe Talk to Trans People... w. Laverne Cox 36:53

9M ago36:53

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The debate about trans rights is everywhere, from sports headlines to school board politics, but the people shouting the loudest are almost never trans folks themselves and often don’t even know any trans folks. So now more than ever, we all need to show up for our trans siblings. In this episode, Sarah Jones is joined by the incomparable actress a…

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Tom White - USAF B-52 Radar Navigator, Cold War, Desert Storm 1:18:17

9M ago1:18:17

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Send us a text Coming from a strong military family, Tom entered the Air Force just after the Vietnam War ended. Now, the US military could concentrate all it's attention on it's biggest threat, the Soviet Union. Tom's first assignment was in northern Maine, one of the last lines of defense during the Cold War. He then was sent to various other bas…

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Harriet Tubman Would Never, with W. Kamau Bell 39:40

9M ago39:40

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In this episode, host Sarah Jones is joined by comedian, author, and “political provocateur” W. Kamau Bell to talk about the struggles and contradictions of living in America, especially as a Black man. “My joke is that whenever I think about am I going too far, the ghost of Harriet Tubman shows up and is like, Oh, is it hard to Tweet? Is it hard t…

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BONUS: Meet the Host — or Should We Say Hosts… 22:56

10M ago22:56

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The hosts of America, Who Hurt You? are all trapped in the Tony-winning brain of Sarah Jones, who over the years has created a multiracial, multi-generational cast of characters based on her own family and friends (who weirdly still talk to her). In this bonus episode, she reveals more than she ever has about her own story, and why this personal an…

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Are You There, God? w. Krista Tippett 38:54

10M ago38:54

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America allegedly observes a separation of church and state, but if you’ve bought anything with a U.S. dollar, pledged allegiance to the flag, or just lived through an election season, you know it’s more complicated than that. In this episode, Sarah talks with On Being host Krista Tippett about her own religious journey, her “hellfire and brimstone…

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Coming Soon: America, Who Hurt You? 1:24

10M ago1:24

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Our country has always been a hot mess. But now, between political rage, climate crises and social-media polarization, it’s quite literally on fire. This low-key mid-apocalyptic moment has raised a question for Tony-award-winning Sarah Jones and her many characters: America, Who Hurt You? You can follow Sarah Jones, see pod updates, and respond to …

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Freeman White - USMC Korean War Veteran, Purple Heart 41:02

1y ago41:02

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Send us a text Born in North Texas, Freeman was too young to participate in WWII with his 5 older brothers. However, he always wanted to fight as a Marine and planned on joining up when the time came. That time was in June 1950 at the outbreak of the Korean War. After basic and combat training, Freeman made a trip across the Pacific with the 3rd Ba…

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Roger Combs - Vietnam War Helicopter Pilot, Two Star General, 40 Years of Service 37:20

1+ y ago37:20

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Send us a text Roger was a simple farmer from northwest Missouri until the Vietnam War broke out. He then faithfully served his country as a CH-46 (similar to the Chinook) combat helicopter pilot. After his time in the Marine Corps and Army during Vietnam, Roger joined the Missouri Air National Guard and served his community as a judge. His militar…

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My Confession to You 1:18

1+ y ago1:18

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Send us a text This is not an official episode, it is a confession. Although my last episode was uploaded in June 2023, I have been hard at work improving the RMN podcast! If you have any questions, comments or ideas for future episodes, please contact me at: [email protected] Dave White

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Alwyn Cashe - Drill Instructor, Operation Iraqi Freedom Veteran, Medal of Honor Recipient 14:40

2y ago14:40

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Send us a text Cashe entered Operation Iraqi Freedom in 2003 as a veteran infantryman who had served since the late 1980s. As a platoon sergeant, he always put his men first. This mindset and mantra would be seen in 2005 when Sergeant First Class Cashe proved his caliber. If you have any questions, comments or ideas for future episodes, please cont…

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Megan McClung - USMC Public Affairs Officer, Athlete, Inspiration to All 14:17

2y ago14:17

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Send us a text Megan was destined to follow in the footsteps of her family's strong military tradition. Working as a public affairs officer in the USMC, she advised military officials on how to relay information to the media. During a month of intense violence in December of 2006, Megan was among the 119 soldiers who lost their lives in Iraq. If yo…

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South Africa's Special Task Force 27:50

2y ago27:50

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Send us a text South Africa is breathtaking but don't be deceived. It is one of most crime-riddled countries in the world. Homicides, armed robberies and kidnappings are among the highest of any industrialized nations that are not at war. The only law enforcement agency that can match the violence of the criminals is the Special Task Force. Formed …

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Robert L. Norton - B-24 Gunner, POW 13:35

2y ago13:35

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Send us a text Growing up in central Georgia, Norton joined the Army Air Corps because of their good barracks and nice food. After being stationed in Italy, the B-24 he was flying in was shot down during his 2nd bombing mission over Austria. Robert would then spend the next 6 months in a grueling POW camp in Northeastern Poland. With the advancing …

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Zach Templeton and Scott Hinshaw - Colorado State Troopers 10:52

2y ago10:52

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Send us a text Colorado State Troopers Templeton and Hinshaw were helping a farmer secure his load when a truck slammed into them. Sadly, Templeton would lose his life. However, Hinshaw's story continued. Learn about the grueling road to physical recovery, the looming reality of post traumatic stress and the ultimate victory of forgiveness that wou…

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How to Make a Career in Hollywood? with Adam Lazarre-White; S2 E26 1:06:15

2y ago1:06:15

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Adam grew up in New York City, graduated Harvard University. Adam was nominated for an NAACP Image Award as 'Nathan Hastings' on The Young & Restless. He adapted/produced Just Passin' Through & What Angles Fear for Dreambuilder Foundation & Proctor & Gamble; both won EMMYs for Regional TV and consecutive Regional EMMYs as 'Lead Actor' for Adam. Mor…

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Toxic People Aren’t Funny, with Danny McDermott; S2 E25 56:01

2y ago56:01

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After graduating with a BS in Engineering, Danny moved to NYC in the 90's and acted in and produced plays, sketch comedy, and stand up comedy. He became one of the biggest producers of stand up comedy in NYC outside the comedy clubs for 8 years. He had 5 different venues, producing 8 shows a week, and giving away 30 spots a week to comedians. Danny…

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