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The hosts of NPR's All Things Considered help you make sense of a major news story and what it means for you, in 15 minutes. New episodes six days a week, Sunday through Friday. Support NPR and get your news sponsor-free with Consider This+. Learn more at plus.npr.org/considerthis
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For decades, Sean “Diddy” Combs stood at the top of hip-hop—a mogul who built an empire and redefined celebrity, power, and influence in the music industry. But behind the platinum hits and red carpets, a darker story was beginning to emerge. As accusations of abuse and misconduct gained momentum, the shine began to fade. Hosted by Jesse Weber, Season 2 of The Rise & Fall of Diddy picks up where the story left off. With a federal sex trafficking and racketeering trial now underway, we go dee ...
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Overcoming Sexual Abuse

Christina Enevoldsen

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A source for childhood sexual abuse and incest survivors to get the tools and inspiration for a life beyond coping and managing symptoms. You can have lasting healing so you can live your very best life.
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What does a reporter do when they receive a cold call from one of the most horrific serial killers in Canadian history? The killer: Clifford Olson, who murdered at least eleven children in the 1980s. The reporter: Arlene Bynon, who recorded her jailhouse calls with Olson for years. Alongside legendary journalist Peter Worthington, Arlene spent hundreds of hours on the phone with Olson. It was kept secret from his prison guards; he wasn't allowed to speak to the media. In Calls From a Killer, ...
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Love and Abuse

Paul Colaianni

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Helping you identify toxic communication, emotional abuse, manipulation, and other forms of bad behavior in relationships. Love and Abuse gives you the perspective of both the victim and the perpetrator. Full of tips and advice for your friendships, family, love life, and marriage. You'll learn about covert abusive communication that takes away your power. And you'll discover how to pinpoint the specific toxic behaviors, such as narcissistic abuse and verbal abuse, before you are dragged int ...
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What happens when biblical patriarchy, christian nationalism, and a theology of authority and submission become the pillars of a movement? Scores of abuse stories in marriages, schools, churches, families, and more. Though these ideas have filtered throughout the United States for decades, they found a home in Moscow, Idaho, through the ministry and work of Doug Wilson. From there, they have influenced churches across the United States, and across the world. In this series, you’ll hear from ...
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Ex-Wives Undercover is a powerful true crime podcast that exposes the hidden world of charming con artists, narcissists, and master manipulators—men who cheat, scam, and gaslight their way through relationships, leaving devastation behind. Told by the women who lived it, these are the real, raw stories of survival, sisterhood, and taking back power. This isn’t just about the con—it’s about the comeback. Listeners will gain insight into the red flags of emotional abuse, learn how to spot a sc ...
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Tech Life

BBC World Service

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Tech Life discovers and explains the ways technology is changing our lives, wherever we are in the world. We meet the people with bright ideas for rethinking the way we work, learn and play, and get hands-on with the products they dream up. We hold tech giants to account for their huge power to affect our lives, and ask who wins, and who loses, in the technology transformation. Tech Life is your guide to a future being made, and remade, at lightning speed in front of our eyes.
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Welcome to The Tara Palmeri Show! Tara Palmeri is one of the most feared and fearless political journalists. As a deeply-sourced reporter, she brings her audience inside the machinations of the highest level of power. Her quick wit and unvarnished reporting goes beyond the headlines, offering a deeper understanding of the intrigues of the permanent political class. This show is not about platitudes. Rather it's about what’s really happening at the highest levels of power and the inside conve ...
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Ideas

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IDEAS is a place for people who like to think. If you value deep conversation and unexpected reveals, this show is for you. From the roots and rise of authoritarianism to near-death experiences to the history of toilets, no topic is off-limits. Hosted by Nahlah Ayed, we’re home to immersive documentaries and fascinating interviews with some of the most consequential thinkers of our time. With an award-winning team, our podcast has proud roots in its 60-year history with CBC Radio, exploring ...
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Heal your life following parental alienation. Supporting and inspiring target alienated parents in their journey to rebuild after experiencing the gut wrenching effects of unjustified cutoff from their child (aka parental alienation), coercive control, DV by proxy, post-separation legal abuse, forced estrangement, and/or domestic abuse. #parentalalienationrecovery #forcedestrangement #coercivecontrol #childpsychologicalabuse #estrangement #postseparationlegalabuse
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Death, Sex & Money

Slate Podcasts

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Anna Sale explores the big questions and hard choices that are often left out of polite conversation. Get more Death, Sex & Money with Slate Plus! Join for exclusive bonus episodes of DSM and ad-free listening on all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe from the Death, Sex & Money show page on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/dsmplus to get access wherever you listen.
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A voice for the survivors of satanic ritual abuse facilitated by Lisa Meister, a survivor herself. Listen as guests share their story, talk about the challenges of navigating life and break down the stigma that SRA survivors face in society today. If you would like to help support the logistics of this podcast, please consider becoming a paid subscriber for $2.99 per month at this link: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/lisa-meister/subscribe
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Crime Stories with Nancy Grace

iHeartPodcasts and CrimeOnline

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Nancy Grace dives deep into the day’s most shocking crimes and asks the tough questions in her new daily podcast – Crime Stories with Nancy Grace. Nancy Grace had a perfect conviction record during her decade as a prosecutor and used her TV show to find missing people, fugitives on the run and unseen clues. Now, she will use the power of her huge social media following and the immediacy of the internet to deliver daily bombshells! Theme Music: Audio Network
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Flying Free

Natalie Hoffman

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Flying Free is a support resource for women of faith who need hope and healing from hidden emotional abuse, spiritual abuse, and narcissistic abuse. Because of misogynistic theology taught in controlling and spiritually abusive churches, many Christian women find themselves in destructive marriages where there is an uneven power dynamic. Male partners use their status as a husband to gain power and control over a woman’s mind, emotions, body, social life, finances, and more. When she tries t ...
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AARP’s weekly podcast The Perfect ScamSM tells the stories of people who find themselves the target of a scam. Host Bob Sullivan introduces listeners to those who have experienced scams firsthand, as well as professional con artists and leading experts who pull back the curtain on how scammers operate.
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Join host David Kniffen Jr. in this groundbreaking podcast that challenges the status quo of addiction treatment and recovery. "Treatment Redefined" brings you deep, honest conversations about substance use disorders, mental health, and the innovative approaches transforming lives at Enterhealth.
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Every Tuesday, Judging Meghan explores stories that prove our strength and resilience as human beings. Featured guests include Dr. Nadine Macaluso (as portrayed by Margot Robbie in "The Wolf of Wall Street"), Ariana Kukors-Smith (Olympic Gold Medalist), Elisa Donovan (Author & Actress), Nikki DeLoach (Actress & Philanthropist), Candy Finnigan (Addiction Specialist, Star of A&E’s, Intervention) Diane Foley (Activist & Mother of Slain Journalist James Foley), Will Jimeno (Author, 9/11 Survivor ...
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We Can Do Hard Things

Glennon Doyle and Audacy

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Life is freaking hard. We are all doing hard things every single day – things like loving and losing; caring for children and parents; forging and ending friendships; battling addiction, illness, and loneliness; struggling in our jobs, our marriages, and our divorces; setting boundaries; and fighting for equality, purpose, freedom, joy, and peace. On We Can Do Hard Things, Glennon Doyle, author of UNTAMED; her wife Abby Wambach; and her sister Amanda Doyle do the only thing they’ve found tha ...
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Losing My Religion

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Welcome to Losing My Religion, where hosts Josh and Ashley delve into their personal journeys of grappling with religious trauma and the challenges of questioning faith. Together, they explore the deep-seated issues of power abuse, corruption, and trauma within religious institutions. Through candid storytelling, they offer a unique perspective on unlearning toxic beliefs and finding genuine faith. Together they explore difficult yet essential conversations about healing, transformation, and ...
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Cries of Redemption is a faith-based podcast dedicated to breaking the silence around trauma, abuse, and deep emotional pain. Hosted by Janelle Starkey, a survivor and advocate, this podcast invites you into raw, honest conversations about healing, redemption, and the power of speaking truth. Each episode blends personal storytelling, biblical encouragement, and practical steps toward healing for those who feel forgotten, unloved, or broken. Whether you’ve walked through trauma or are suppor ...
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Five days a week, Tom Power brings you candid conversations with the artists shaping our culture. Whether he’s chatting with A-listers or rising stars, his disarming warmth and meticulous research always gets below the surface, bringing us deeper into the art and lives of today's most compelling musicians, writers, actors and filmmakers. As a Canadian institution, Q has attracted the biggest names in the world. But it's never been about the fame. It's always been about the art. Since becomin ...
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DISGRACELAND

Double Elvis Productions

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Murder, infidelity, suicide, arson, overdose, religious cults, drug trafficking; this award winning podcast explores the alleged true crime antics and criminal connections of musicians we love like Jerry Lee Lewis, Jay Z, The Rolling Stones, Amy Winehouse, Tupac Shakur, the Grateful Dead, Sean "Diddy" Combs, Blondie and many more. Why? Because real rock stars are more like feral, narcissistic animals than functioning members of society and that is precisely what makes them so damn entertaini ...
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Normally, therapy sessions are totally confidential — but this podcast opens the doors. In this season of Other People’s Problems, Dr. Hillary McBride explores the transformative power of psychedelics in a therapeutic setting. With her psychological expertise, Dr. Hillary leads her clients through drug-assisted therapy, guiding them to new heights on their healing journeys. Experience these real, unscripted sessions firsthand as they unfold in each episode. This season offers an unprecedente ...
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Sips of Grace

Sips of Grace

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Sips of Grace is a Christian podcast where we share powerful testimonies and dive into God’s Word. Each episode is a reminder of His faithfulness, grace, and the transformative power of the gospel. Whether you’re seeking encouragement, inspiration, or a deeper connection with Christ, grab a cup and join us in meaningful conversations that uplift and strengthen your faith.
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After completing her show Who Killed My Mother? a true crime podcast, Kory received countless emails from all over the world asking: ”How did you heal from everything that happened? How did you move away from all of the abuse, trauma, and mental illness to become the (mostly) happy, (mostly) healthy, and (mostly) successful person you are today? How can I be happier, healthier, and more at peace with myself and my life?” This wellness podcast will explore the answers to those questions. Disc ...
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Dennis Rox

Eldar, Mike, Toliy, Harris

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Welcome to the Dennis Rox Podcast, where raw conversations and bold ideas collide! Join Eldar, Mike, Toliy, and Harris, and a rotating crew of truth-seekers as they tackle life’s big questions—friendship, love, forgiveness, happiness, and breaking free from society’s illusions. With humor, heart, and unfiltered debates, they unpack personal struggles and universal truths, from the power of shared experiences to escaping toxic narratives. Expect laughs, tough love, and insights that hit deep. ...
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In the realm of true crime, dark psychology, and mind manipulation, The Skillful Art of Manipulation is your immersive gateway into the chilling world of psychological thrillers, real-world mind games, and behavioral control. Hosted by Joe & Ryan, this gripping podcast and audiobook series dissects the tactics of emotional coercion, deception, and influence used in romance, business, politics, and beyond. Each episode unpacks how modern manipulators — from con artists and cult leaders to tox ...
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Welcome to season 3 of the OtterPod, the podcast where kids discuss real-world problems and what we can do to solve them. This season is full of lessons on how to navigate issues that kids and adults alike can relate to. With a rotating group of hosts from the 7th/8th-grade class at GES, we have discussions ​about ​phobias, technology use and abuse, vaping, the power of phsycial health, and more. This podcast was created in collaboration with WTIP and Great Expectations Charter School in Gra ...
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"AwakenHer" is your beacon of hope and strength, focusing on turning the pain of past relationships into the power of self-discovery and renewal. Hosted by Corissa Stepp, this podcast serves as your guide through the complexities of healing and personal growth. Each episode unveils the stories of women who have triumphantly navigated their way through life's storms, alongside actionable advice from experts in the field. "AwakenHer" is not just a podcast; it's a movement towards self-love, re ...
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Soul Bruises

Christie Hodson

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As a lifelong believer in Christ, I’ve grown weary of witnessing harm within spiritual settings. I’m tired of pretending it isn’t happening or convincing myself that spiritual abuse isn’t a serious issue—one that not only plagues the church but is also spreading beyond religious institutions. This is why the Soul Bruises podcast was created. It’s dedicated to exposing, educating, and ultimately working toward the eradication of spiritual abuse in all its forms. Whether you can relate to my e ...
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Behind the Veil is a podcast where anonymous guests reveal their most intimate relationship struggles—from emotional abuse to trust issues and unresolved trauma. Through deep, transformative conversations, I guide them to tap into their subconscious mind, uncover hidden childhood wounds, and begin the healing process. Each episode is a powerful journey of self-discovery, as we break through emotional barriers and patterns that have held them back, paving the way for real transformation and g ...
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In this podcast, we discuss mystical works of literature, primarily Taoist text, and how they relate to alcohol recovery. Taoist Philosophy can be an excellent tool for embracing the idea of a “Higher Power.” Nature offers all of the examples necessary for a concept of a source of all life, much different but yet very similar in many ways to more traditional religious thinking. Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching; https://ttc.tasuki.org/display:Year:1972,1988,1996,2004/se ...
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Welcome to Unfiltered & Unashamed, the Ashley Reece Podcast—where real talk meets raw truth. I’m Ashley Reece—WBFF Pro Bikini Athlete, mom of two, entrepreneur, author, esthetician, and founder of Upstage Beauty and Pisces Beauty Makeup. This is your space for transformation, empowerment, and faith. Here, we dive deep into turning pain into power, overcoming toxic relationships, and breaking free from emotional and narcissistic abuse. No sugarcoating, no fluff—just real conversations to help ...
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Your story holds power. It’s a testament to resilience, courage, and hope. On The Your Story Matters Podcast, with Branon Dempsey, we explore the journey of healing from trauma, narcissistic abuse, and life’s most challenging moments. Through insightful conversations, inspiring stories, and expert guidance, we help you reclaim your voice, rediscover your worth, and embrace the truth: your story matters. This is your space to heal, grow, and find community. Whether you’re starting your journe ...
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Seeking answers about addiction or supporting someone on the path to recovery? Welcome to Cracking Addiction, the podcast that empowers you with knowledge and hope. Hosted by Addiction Medicine Specialist Dr. Ferghal Armstrong, we explore the science of addiction, effective treatments, and inspiring recovery stories. Whether you're facing addiction, helping a loved one, or a professional seeking insights, this podcast is for you. Join us weekly for expert discussions on substance abuse, beha ...
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Feet of Clay – Confessions of the Cult Sisters – What's it like to live in a Christian cult commune? How the hell do smart people get brainwashed into crazy beliefs and behaviors? Tracey & Sharon share their parallel journeys into and out of Last Days Ministries, led by Christian music super-star Keith Green (and later his wife Melody Green). Plus they interview others who also got out of high-control groups and toxic churches. Arranged marriages? Purity culture virgins? Religious trauma? Su ...
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LSE: Public lectures and events

London School of Economics and Political Science

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The London School of Economics and Political Science public events podcast series is a platform for thought, ideas and lively debate where you can hear from some of the world's leading thinkers. Listen to more than 200 new episodes every year.
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The Interview

BBC World Service

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Conversations with people shaping our world, from all around the globe. Listen to The Interview for the best conversations from the BBC, the world's most trusted international news provider. We hear from titans of business, politics, finance, sport and culture. Global leaders, decision-makers and cultural icons. Politicians, activists and CEOs. Each interview is around 20-minutes, packed full of insight and analysis, covering some of the biggest issues of our time. How does it work? Well, at ...
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Welcome to Courageous Overcomers, a podcast dedicated to those who have faced adversity, whether it’s trauma, addiction, abuse, or life’s toughest challenges. In each episode, you’ll hear real stories from individuals who’ve walked through difficult times and emerged stronger through courage, faith, and resilience. This podcast provides practical advice, heart-driven encouragement, and the tools you need to begin or continue your healing journey. No matter what you’ve been through, you are n ...
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Tell Her

Sharni Knighton

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Tell Her - Extraordinary Ordinary Women In Tell Her, I sit down with inspiring women, many of whom I’ve met as clients in my hair loss clinic, to explore their incredible life journeys. Each guest reflects on what they would tell their past, present, and future self if they could offer her heartfelt advice. Our conversations shine a light on the resilience and strength of ordinary women doing extraordinary things. From navigating health challenges to surviving domestic abuse, undergoing trea ...
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Perverted Justice

Shielagh Clark

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Perverted Justice is a podcast dedicated to the relentless pursuit of truth and the power of radical honesty. Hosted by Shielagh Clark, this series peels back the layers of deception and corruption that have infiltrated even our most sacred institutions, eroding the very foundations of trust. Through a deeply personal narrative, you’ll journey into the heart of a church where abuse was hidden and justice perverted, exposing the devastating impact of dishonesty on both individuals and communi ...
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Welcome to Through a Therapist’s Eyes, where we invite you to see the world through the lens of a trained mental health and substance abuse therapist. Our goal is to foster emotional growth through feedback and discussion. We believe that emotional awareness is a powerful tool; one which should be continuously sharpened in order to operate at its full potential. We welcome you to come alongside us for the journey…
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Welcome to another episode of H.J. Talks About Abuse, where we delve into the delicate topic of sexual abuse cases. In this episode, we explore the significant role that non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) play in sexual harassment allegations, sparked by a recent documentary on American Acro. Our discussion highlights the influence of NDAs, potential…
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Breaking crime news as it happens throughout the day! Follow "Crime Alert Hourly Update" now on your favorite podcast app: https://link.chtbl.com/Crime_Alert Stay informed, stay safe, and stay ahead with "Crime Alert Hourly Update.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts and CrimeOnline
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In 1960, Lady Bird Lake was built by the city of Austin. The river-like reservoir was created as a cooling pond for Austin's then-new city power plant. The 416-acre lake is now primarily used for recreation, but many in the area are now concerned is it the hunting ground for a killer. There have been multiple deaths reported since 2022. The total n…
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Post Appetite For Destruction, Guns N’ Roses embodied the word “dysfunction." As the band prepared for their follow up release, singer Axl Rose was losing a very public battle with the press while heroin and alcohol threatened to completely derail the band. Axl’s “recovered memories” continued to fuel his erratic behavior and thus he continued to d…
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The lead up to James Craig’s trial has been bizarre.....two postponements, three different attorney teams, five added charges and a crazy action from an attorney, who allegedly set his own house on fire. Still, the Aurora dentist’s trial finally got underway yesterday. Craig faces six felony counts: Murder in the first degree Two counts of solicita…
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In this episode, we dive into one of the most common misconceptions about meditation: the belief that it's the only way to be mindful or grow in awareness. Topics covered: - What mindfulness really means - Why meditation isn’t the end goal - Practical ways to build awareness in daily life - How to stop feeling like you're "doing it wrong" Meditatio…
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Sean 'Diddy' Combs, disgraced music mogul, begins a new fight for a lighter sentence. It remains unclear when the rapper will learn his punishment. Currently, Combs is preparing for his sentencing, which is scheduled for October 3, 2025. Combs was sent back to jail to await sentencing after a dramatic verdict day that saw him cleared of the most se…
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All across the U.S., there are aging oil and natural gas wells no longer in use. A lot of them don't have anyone on the hook to seal them up. Some estimate over a million such "orphan wells" still exist. Because they haven't been plugged, they're still leaking greenhouse gases and other chemicals into the atmosphere and into the land around them. W…
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If the Universal Declaration of Human Rights were rewritten today, what rights would we add to strive for a more just world? In the final episode of our five-part series, IDEAS looks beyond our fractured present and tries to imagine what new rights we need for the new millennium. *This episode originally aired on Sept. 6, 2025.…
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When the police showed up at Anita’s door to tell her she was a survivor of abuse by a priest, she had no memory of it. She also had no memory of the school where it took place. She also couldn’t remember the home she grew up in. These were more pieces of the puzzle in Anita’s life that didn’t go together and made no sense. Her sister gave her a fe…
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She said she was a virgin. Said she came from a convent, knew nothing of the world, and only wanted to help. But behind the soft eyes and pale dress was a weaponized liar with a Rolodex of blackmail and a trail of destroyed lives.This is the story of how Noelle Devereux seduced high society with purity—then used their darkest secrets to build an em…
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Most people believe the funeral is the end of the story—until the widow meets three other women who each believed they were his only love. But when one turns up pregnant, and another goes missing, grief spirals into blackmail, deception, and a twisted game of power. Why did the husband leave behind four letters with cryptic warnings? What’s hidden …
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Most people hire babysitters to help hold their family together. But what if the sitter was sent to tear it apart? When a stunning young woman is hired to care for two children, she begins a campaign of seduction and psychological warfare—planted by a bitter ex with a grudge and a plan. As she inserts herself into the family's most vulnerable space…
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Most people think trauma makes people retreat inward. But what if silence isn’t suffering—it’s strategy? After a devastating miscarriage, Claire fakes being mute to manipulate her husband’s guilt. But when he discovers her secret burner phone, everything unravels. The real twist? She never wanted the baby. And her affair with a younger man led her …
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Therapy is supposed to heal. But what happens when your therapist is the one tearing you apart? This is the explosive true story of a couple who sought help—only to discover their marriage counselor was seducing them both. In secret. And using their pain to pit them against each other. How many lives did she destroy before anyone spoke up? Why didn…
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Rita Cabezas was a licensed psychologist with a busy therapy practice in Costa Rica—until one night, a demon interrupted her session and said: “Shut up. I live here. She’s mine.” That moment changed everything. What started as a traditional therapy session quickly turned into something supernatural. From that moment on, God began teaching Rita how …
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Most people think danger comes from the outside. But what if it’s already inside your home—smiling, helpful, and calling herself "the babysitter"? This isn't just a tale of infidelity—it's the psychological dismantling of a family by a woman who faked a pregnancy, blackmailed two parents, and nearly took control of their entire lives. Why did they …
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She said he raped her. He said she stole his DNA. The baby was proof — but of what? This explosive true crime thriller rips apart the assumptions we make about victimhood, consent, and reproductive power in the age of billionaires and biotechnology.Why would a nurse inseminate herself with a billionaire’s sperm? Why did she have forged documents th…
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Most people assume jealousy ends after divorce. But what if the ex-wife never left? What if she infiltrated your marriage as your anonymous confidante—only to tear your sanity apart from the inside?In this psychological thriller, Camille begins receiving disturbing messages about her husband’s past. Photos, letters, warnings from a woman who claims…
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Mia Daniels never cheated. But that didn’t matter. A 12-second hotel surveillance clip — manipulated by her jealous ex — turned her life into a viral nightmare. Her engagement collapsed. Her career vanished. And the internet did what it does best: judged, mocked, and moved on.But this isn’t just a story about digital revenge — it’s a warning. Becau…
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Most people assume leaked sex tapes are crimes against women. But what happens when the woman leaks it herself—and frames an innocent man to get famous? This is the true Hollywood horror story of Lana Hart, a rising actress who faked her own victimhood to ignite a media firestorm. What began as a tearful press conference exploded into a $12 million…
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Award-winning Irish Canadian novelist, screenwriter and playwright Emma Donoghue (Room, The Wonder) is back with her first musical, “The Wind Coming Over The Sea.” It’s based on the true story of Henry and Jane Johnson, a young married couple who left Ireland in the 1840s in search of a better life in Canada. Emma joins Tom Power to talk about what…
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Twenty years ago, Canadian singer-songwriter Daniel Powter wrote the song “Bad Day,” which quickly became one of the biggest hits of 2005. It earned him a Grammy nomination, sold millions of copies and launched his career as an artist. But when “Bad Day” got bigger than anyone could have ever imagined, Daniel’s mental health started to decline, lea…
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Few hard rock bands lived the life portrayed in their songs as authentically as Guns N’ Roses. Singer Axl Rose was driven by deep-seated demons that drove the creation of his band’s legendary debut album, Appetite For Destruction, as well as his legendary bad behavior. His band was hardly any different. Nearly dysfunctional from drug use and excess…
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Dreama and Larry’s house is undergoing renovation after a tree fell on it. Since they cannot live there during the repairs, they set up security cameras to monitor the property. To their surprise, they notice a couple repeatedly visiting the house. Alarmed, Dreama and Larry register for a free alert system that will notify them of any changes to th…
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In an era of great polarization and cancel culture, our right to freedom of thought and expression is especially resonant. Written over 75 years ago, the UN's Declaration of Human Rights requires an update to reflect the times of today. In this fourth episode in our series on human rights, IDEAS explores the history and future of free expression. *…
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After Sherri Papini, a young mom and wife, pleads guilty to making false statements and one count of mail fraud in connection with lying about being kidnapped in 2016, she recently came forward to switch her story once again denying she was ever held captive Sherri Papini went to jail after admitting her alleged 2016 kidnapping was a hoax, but afte…
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If you’ve ever found yourself asking, “Why am I so angry all the time?” — this episode is for you. Host Corissa Stepp explores how anger shows up as a trauma response after narcissistic abuse, how it functions as a protector part through the lens of Internal Family Systems (IFS), and why you might be snapping at the people you love. Tune in to lear…
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Israel bans international journalists from independent access to Gaza. But NPR's Anas Baba is from Gaza, and in the 21 months he has been reporting on the war, he's also been living it. Over the course of the war, he has lost a third of his body weight, and until his food supplies ran out several weeks ago, he was getting by on just one small meal …
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When a congressman’s affair with his young mistress results in pregnancy, everyone expects the fallout to be political suicide. But what happens next defies every cliché. Instead of walking away, the politician’s wife joins forces with the mistress—and together, they stage a scandal so convincing, it catapults their public image and nearly secures …
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Most people think cheating scandals are simple—someone lies, someone cries, and the internet judges. But what if the entire betrayal was staged? What if the “cheating” never actually happened?When Addison Clarke was exposed in a viral hotel video, her life fell apart overnight. Her engagement was canceled. Her career was derailed. Her name was drag…
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Most stories about infidelity end with heartbreak or healing—but what happens when the wife becomes the mistress? When revenge turns into obsession, and obsession becomes identity theft?Chelsea Langford didn’t just want to destroy the woman her husband was sleeping with. She wanted to become her. But what started as digital sabotage revealed someth…
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What happens when a woman tells two brothers they’re both the father of her child—then uses that secret to control them for five long years? This is not just a story of infidelity. It’s a psychological thriller about emotional manipulation, family betrayal, and the weaponization of motherhood. How far would you go to uncover the truth if the child …
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Is the Epstein case really closed—or is it just being buried?Investigative journalist and Tara Palmeri Show host Tara Palmeri joins Will Sommer of The Bulwark to unpack the DOJ's abrupt "case closed" memo on Jeffrey Epstein. With explosive allegations, botched investigations, and missing surveillance footage, Tara explains why many—including Trump’…
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***UPDATED AUDIO*** Season 2 - Episode 7 An anonymous survivor (referenced in Monday's episode) comes on to talk about what happened to her and how her ACBC counselors (and ACBC as an organization) responded and "counseled" her. (The original article writer) Kimi Harris' Substack: https://kimiharris.substack.com Resources/Quotes referred to in this…
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Send us a text "She was the minister’s wife. I was her adopted daughter. No one believed me, until my body forced me to remember." In this shattering episode of The Angela Rose Show, Triana, chronic illness warrior, and founder of Broken Pieces Art Studio, reveals how her adoptive mother, a Dunkard Brethren pastor’s wife, trafficked her as a child …
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From scoring perfect 10's and public adoration at the 1984 Olympics to public shock! Gymnastics icon Mary Lou Retton's DUI arrest...is caught on camera & her behavior towards the cops is far from gold. A husband poisons his Dementia-stricken wife's drink, then smothers her in a grisly murder -- her blue tongue gave it away. Plus, some real-life her…
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At age 12, Canadian actor Finn Wolfhard shot to fame after landing the role of a lifetime on “Stranger Things.” But growing up in the spotlight wasn’t always easy. Finn often felt like he didn’t have control over his public identity or his artistic life. Now, as his tenure on “Stranger Things” comes to a close, he’s launched a music career with the…
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This week in the after party, Jake looks at the bands that could've been huge, but never were, and hears from you on the subject. Plus, Jake talks about the challenge of writing the upcoming Brian Wilson episode and dishes on his surprisingly growing admiration for Jimmy Buffet. On Tuesday, we're bringing you part 2 of our Motley Crue episode, focu…
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Most people think they know their spouse. But what if your wife’s charity work was a front for something darker—something sexual, profitable, and potentially dangerous? Claire’s secret career as a high-end escort was hidden behind PTA meetings and bedtime stories—until her newest client turned out to be her husband’s new boss. What starts as blackm…
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What starts as a secret affair spirals into a twisted game of manipulation, betrayal, and inheritance warfare. When Ethan cheats on his wife with their young nanny, he thinks he’s in control—until the nanny claims the wife seduced her, too. Suddenly, both women are orchestrating a psychological trap, and Ethan is caught in a deadly game where the p…
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*Content warning: distressing topics, death, child abuse, child sex abuse, psychological and physical violence, cultic abuse, torture, addiction, humiliation, systemic abuse, religious abuse. Maia Szalavitz’s website: maiasz.com/ Help at Any Cost: How the Troubled-Teen Industry Cons Parents and Hurts Kids here: maiasz.com/books/help-at-any-cost/ *S…
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*Content warning: distressing topics, child abuse, death, child sex abuse, psychological and physical violence of children, cultic abuse, Institutional child abuse, ‘troubled teen industry’, TTI, suicidal ideation, murder. Season 24 of Something Was Wrong shares the harrowing truths of international Institutional Child Abuse (often called the ‘trou…
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427. Is Work Stress Sabotaging Your Relationships? | Dr. Alexandra Solomon Renowned relationship expert, Dr. Alexandra H. Solomon, returns to help us navigate one of the most common—and least talked about—sources of relationship tension: our careers. From ambition clashes and invisible labor to money resentment and the stress we carry home, Dr. Sol…
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Most people believe the justice system protects the innocent—but what happens when a lie is more powerful than the truth? This is the story of Ethan Cross, a promising athlete falsely accused of rape by his ex-girlfriend. But as the truth began to unravel, she didn't back down—she escalated. Fake evidence. Staged attacks. Even an attempt to frame E…
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Most people think manipulation is subtle—whispers, hidden motives, quiet betrayals. But what happens when it’s bold, shameless, and coming from someone you’re supposed to trust the most?This is the true-fiction story of Rachel Palmer, a middle-aged woman who seduced her daughter’s teenage boyfriend… then threatened to ruin his life if he told the t…
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She preached sexual liberation and healing—but her private sessions were anything but safe. Dr. Sasha Rae built a multimillion-dollar brand as a sex-positive coach for women seeking confidence, pleasure, and self-love. But behind the incense, affirmations, and tantra retreats was a disturbing truth: her clients were secretly filmed, manipulated, an…
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What starts as a seductive thrill between identical twin sisters quickly turns into a psychological war of betrayal, obsession, and attempted murder. When Simone unknowingly shares her perfect boyfriend Mason with her impulsive twin Sienna, their sisterly bond shatters under the weight of secrets. One falls in love. The other wants control. Neither…
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