Best Emily Pike Podcasts (2025)

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Sodder Family Interview with Miranda Weeks, Great Great Granddaughter of Jennie and George Sodder 1:35:13

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At around 1:00 am on December 25, 1945, Jennie Sodder woke up to smoke pouring into her bedroom. She woke up her husband, George, and they started evacuating the house of their nine children. By the time the fire took over the Sodder residence, only Jennie, George, and four of their children made it outside safely. George and two of his sons franti…

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The Sodder Family Replay 35:32

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At around 1:00 am on December 25, 1945, Jennie Sodder woke up to smoke pouring into her bedroom. She woke up her husband, George, and they started evacuating the house of their nine children. By the time the fire took over the Sodder residence, only Jennie, George, and four of their children made it outside safely. George and two of his sons franti…

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Patti Jo's owner Steve Washel | S9E19 49:51

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Comfort food for the soul, Patti Jo's offers up food just like your Gam Gam used to make. Owner Steve Washel fills us in on how he keeps prices so affordable, how many of the items use his mom's recipes, their free parking, and how quitting drinking led to him opening up his shop honoring his ninety-two year old mother. Join our Patreon for exclusi…

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Lovett or Leave It Presents: Bravo, America! (with Dorinda Medley) 1:02:11

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On this episode of Bravo, America! - a new series from Lovett or Leave It - Dorinda Medley recounts her days during the wild west of Bravo, before housewives considered social media, glam squads, and consequences. And she talks about how reality TV helped her become the star of her own life, how years as an Upper East Side political spouse readied …

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The Boca Raton Mall Kidnappings 46:47

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In 2007, the affluent community of Boca Raton, Florida, was grippedby terror when a series of brutal attacks and kidnappings struck the TownCenter Mall. Over the span of just nine months, three separate incidentstargeted mothers shopping in the middle of the day. While some investigators have said that there is a hunter of women on the loose, a col…

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Darn Good Soup founder Nels Boerner, and new owner Pat East | S9E18 1:01:49

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A beloved Bloomington icon resurrected, Darn Good Soup has been brought back at the Chocolate Moose, seven days a week, 11 am- 8 pm. The founder of Darn Good Soup, Nels Boerner, joins us alongside the new owner Pat East and we get to dive into what made DGS garner such a cult following, how Nels came up with the recipes, why it closed, and what the…

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Remembering Rob Reiner & Gay Guy Music Videos with Walton Goggins & Dylan Adler 1:25:58

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This week, Louis is joined by stand-up comedian and comedy writer Dylan Adler to discuss Rob Reiner's Legacy, the new Rian Johnson film Wake Up Dead Man, and their top picks for the ultimate gay guy music video playlist. Walton Goggins also joins Louis to chat about the new season of Fallout, The White Lotus, and more. Subscribe to Keep It on YouTu…

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Patricia Meehan 53:51

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On the night of April 20, 1989, a desolate stretch of highway near Circle, Montana, was plunged into chaos. After a head-on collision, Patricia Meehan emerged from the wreckage, dazed but seemingly unharmed. She was not frantic or crying for help. Instead, she was unnervingly silent. Patricia then climbed a fence, watched the aftermath for a moment…

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Golden Globe Noms & Best Albums of 2025 with Diane Kruger and Courtney Revolution 1:15:51

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This week, Louis is joined by former The Circle contestant and pop culture commentator Courtney Revolution to discuss the Golden Globe nominations, Spotify Wrapped, their top albums of 2025, and the biggest celebrity gossip of the year, including Quentin Tarantino vs. Paul Dano, Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni, Diddy, Sydney Sweeney's GAP ad, and J…

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Morgenstern Books, owner Jenna Bowman, with Marketing Director Jenn Christy | S9E17 1:12:22

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Indiana's largest independent bookstore, Morgenstern Books is a revival of a beloved local bookstore from the 90s. Owner Jenna Bowman joins us with Marketing Director Jenn Christy and they fill us in on all of their awesome events, cafe offerings, and what else you can expect to find when you visit. We also dive into Jenna's background and Jenn's i…

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Christie Farni 47:23

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On December 14, 1978, six-year-old Christi Lynn Farnitestified in front of a grand jury to describe the abuse she suffered from herfather. Just hours later, she was reported missing to the Medford, Oregon,police department. Her case is now the oldest unsolved case of a missing child in the entire county. Christie is white with brown hair and brown …

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Hamnet & Heated Rivalry with Guy Branum and Rheeqrheeq Chainey 1:11:27

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This week, Guy Branum and Rheerheeq Chainey join Louis to celebrate not watching another season of Stranger Things and recount their all-time favorite Winona Ryder roles. They break down Chloé Zhao's new film, Hamnet, and its chances in the awards field. They also take a moment to fan themselves after watching the new sultry hockey drama, Heated Ri…

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Mary Morgan with Heading Home & Dave Askins with BSquare Bulletin | S9E16 1:10:12

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From covering local government, to strengthening housing security in our community, the BSquare Bulletin and Heading Home are both integral parts of our community in their own unique ways. Dave Askins started the BSquare initially to cover the ins-and-outs of our local government meeting but has recently expanded his coverage to include so much mor…

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Margaret and Seana Tapp 47:45

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In 1984, the Tapp family made a home at 13 Kelvin Drive in the Melbourne suburb of Ferntree Gully, Victoria, Australia. It’s been described as a safe, peaceful suburb with a near-zero crime rate. 35-year-old Margaret Tapp thought it was the ideal place to raise her two children, 9-year-old Seana and 14-year-old Justin. She’d been divorced from her …

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Winter Farmers Market with Dre Jackson (Back 40 Farm) & Nick Parsch (Firstlite Farms) | S9E15 1:02:19

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Indiana's oldest Winter Farmers' Market, the Bloomington Winter Farmers' Market runs November through March at the Switchyard Park Pavilion on Saturdays from 9 am - 12:30 pm. Dre Jackson (Back 40 Farm) & Nick Parsch (Firstlite Farms) both serve on the board and join us to fill you in on all of the amazing vendors, their own operations, and of cours…

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Lars Mittank Re-release 49:40

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Lars Mittank was last seen running out of the Varna Airport in Bulgaria on July 8th, 2014. He left his belongings behind and has never been heard from since. Despite being "the most famous missing person on YouTube," his case remains unsolved. Follow his family on Facebook and submit information here: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/findetlarsmittank⁠ Wa…

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Pluribus & Celebs We're Thankful For w/ Thomasin McKenzie, Guy Branum, & Rheeqrheeq Chainey 1:22:27

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This week, Guy Branum and Rheerheeq Chainey are back to talk about Wicked fever, Vince Gilligan's new Apple TV+ series Pluribus, and the celebrities we're thankful for. Thomasin McKenzie also sits down with Louis to discuss her new film, Fackham Hall. Subscribe to Keep It on YouTube to catch full episodes, exclusive content, and other community eve…

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"Give Thanks" Bloomington DJ Showcase 2025 w/ DJ Duggernaut and Babystar | S9E14 1:29:16

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The night before Thanksgiving has long been affectionately referred to as "Townie Night" in Bloomington, due to so many people back in town for the holiday. This year, the first ever Bloomington DJ Showcase will be taking place at the Blockhouse from 9-1. Collin Dugger and Angela Frezza join us to fill you in on all the details like free pizza from…

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Anaiah Walker Re-release 49:46

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Anaiah Walker entered the Arizona foster care system at age 13. Before her 14th birthday, she was trafficked by adults posing as teenagers online. By age 15, she ran away from several group homes and was officially listed as a missing child with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. Just after her 16th birthday, she was supposed t…

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Total System Failure - The Murder of 14-Year-Old Emily Pike 19:18

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After running away from her group home in Mesa, Arizona multiple times, 14-year-old Emily Pike was found deceased over 100 miles away from the last place she was seen alive. Police currently have no answers as to who could be responsible for this heinous crime. To book a reading or check out my Substack, click here. Show Notes/Transcript…

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Frankenstein, Lux, & Grammy Nominations with Gus Hickey and Chris Schleicher 1:15:44

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This week, Louis Virtel is joined by comedy writers Gus Hickey and Chris Schleicher to discuss Ryan Murphy's new Kim Kardashian-led series All's Fair, the Grammy nominations, Rosalia's new album Lux, and Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein. Subscribe to Keep It on YouTube to catch full episodes, exclusive content, and other community events. Find us …

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Goods for Cooks / In The Kitchen with George Huntington, Samantha Eibling, & Ava Collins | S9E13 1:22:05

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Nestled on the west side of the square, Good for Cooks has been a go to for many of those in the community looking for high quality cookware, unique gifts, and eclectic food options for burgeoning chefs and experienced culinary maestros alike. George Huntington and Samantha Eibling share the history of this local gem, give us insight into their wid…

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Jonathan Pennock 48:14

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Our interview with producer Jonathan Pennock visit us at JenniferJillAraya.com & SarahBethGoer.com

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Melodee Buzzard Part 2 47:25

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9-year-old Melodee Buzzard was last seen in Colorado, near the Utah border, on October 9th, 2025. She has brown curly hair, brown eyes, is approximately 4’6” tall, and weighs between 60 and 100lbs. Her mother, Ashlee Buzzard, was driving a rented 2024 white Chevy Malibu. The Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed that she drovewith at …

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Murdered on Bright Lane - with (Ret.) CA State Legislator, Mike Gatto 38:16

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Join me with retired California State Legislator, Mike Gatto, in discussing the unsolved murder of his father, Joseph Gatto. For the full account of the aftermath of his father's death, read Gatto's book, "Noir by Necessity". Find Mike Gatto here Book time with me or connect with me on Socials Substack…

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Bugonia & HBO's I Love LA with Kyle Buchanan 1:07:21

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This week, Louis Virtel is joined by New York Times awards columnist Kyle Buchanan to discuss Bugonia, Rachel Sennott's new series I Love LA, Hollywood streaks that need to come to an end, the viral AI Friends clip, and Jonathan Bailey's Sexiest Man Alive cover. Subscribe to Keep It on YouTube to catch full episodes, exclusive content, and other co…

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Chef Alan Booze of Meadowood Senior Living | S9E12 58:47

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For 23 years, Chef Alan Booze has been serving up delicious eats to the residents at Meadowood Senior Living on the north side of town. Learn about his extensive experience in the hospitality industry, how they go above and beyond to cater to their residents, and what his journey has been like working his way up through the ranks. He and Jordan als…

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April Dawn Lacy 54:38

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This week, we delve into the tragic and complex story of 14-year-old April Dawn Lacy, a victim whose identity remained a mystery for over two years. Found discarded on a pile of brush and scrap lumber in a Wise County cow pasture in 1996, she was initially known only as "Brush Girl". Anyone with information is asked to call the Wise County Sheriff’…

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Losing Both Parents with special guest, Larissa Martincic (psychic medium & intuitive numerologist) 42:41

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Have you ever lost a loved one? Mediumship is an active part of my daily life, and of psychic medium and intuitive numerologist, Larissa Martincic's life as well. Being able to connect to the other side doesn't mean that we grieve really any differently than anyone else who has lost someone here physically with them. Join us in a candid conversatio…

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Lily Allen & Deliver Me From Nowhere with Justine Lupe & Kimberly Clark 1:17:40

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This week, Louis Virtel is joined by comedian Kimberly Clark to discuss Lily Allen's new album, West End Girl, Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere, the TikTokkers "decentering men," and Jennifer Lawrence's press tour. Justine Lupe also joins Louis to chat about season two of Netflix's Nobody Wants This. Subscribe to Keep It on YouTube to catch ful…

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New Hope for Families Executive Director, Emily Pike | S9E11 1:23:27

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No child should ever have to sleep outside. It's one thing we can all agree on. Within the Bloomington community there's one organization whose sole purpose is ensuring this, and they do it exceptionally well. New Hope for Families Executive Director, Emily Pike, let's us know how they've achieved a success rate over three times the national averag…

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Melodee Buzzard 51:57

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Authorities estimate that 9-year-old Melodee Buzzard has been missing from Vandenberg Village, California, since October 7, 2025. She was last seen with her mother, Ashlee Buzzard, when she was driving a rented white Chevy Malibu, license plate number 9MNG101, from California to Nebraska between October 7th, 2025, and October 14th, 2025. She is no …

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Where did Lilly and Jack Sullivan go? 23:33

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6-year-old Lilly and 4-year-old Jack Sullivan seem to have disappeared from the face of the planet. There is virtually no trace of them outside of a boot print in the mud. Where did they disappear to and was there foul play? Click here for show notes To book a reading or check out my Substack, click here.…

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After the Hunt & Mr. Scorsese with Michelle Wolf and Rheeqrheeq Chainey 1:15:26

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This week, Louis Virtel is joined by TV writer Rheeqrheeq Chainey to discuss Luca Guadagnino's After the Hunt, Apple TV's Mr. Scorsese docuseries, Netflix's gay military drama Boots, Kim Kardashian's faux fur thongs, and the current Oscar front-runners. Michelle Wolf also joins to discuss writing for late night, Barcelona's comedy scene, and her ne…

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Turkuaz Cafe owner, Farid Amiri |S9E10 1:09:16

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For almost two years, Farid Amiri has owned the beloved Turkuaz Cafe at 3rd and Lincoln. In that time, he has gone above and beyond to make sure everything is made from scratch using the highest quality ingredients. Learn more about the menu upgrades, the interior renovations, and his incredible story of leaving Afghanistan in 2021 when the Taliban…

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Relisha Rudd Re-release 48:14

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Relisha was only 8 years old when she went missing from Washington, DC in 2014. Unfortunately, by the time she was reported missing, her family hadn’t seen her in 18 days. Relisha has never been found. This episode originally aired on June 17th, 2021. For more information about the podcast and the cases discussed, visit VoicesforJusticePodcast.com …

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Diane Keaton & The Kiss of the Spider Woman with Kyle MacLachlan & Jon Lovett 1:31:55

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This week, Louis is joined by Pod Save America host Jon Lovett to discuss the greats of reality TV, Diane Keaton's inimitable career, Jennifer Lopez's new movie The Kiss of the Spider Woman, Bad Bunny's halftime show announcement, and D'Angelo's passing. Kyle MacLachlan also joins to chat about his new show The Lowdown, working with David Lynch, an…

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DeAngelo's owner, Mark Miller | S9E09 49:16

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Working his way up from dishwasher to owner, Mark Miller, along with his wife Sarah, have upheld the longstanding tradition of serving up high quality Cajun-Italian fusion eats at DeAngelo's on the east side. Whether it's BOGO pizzas and calzones on Tuesdays, $1 kid pizzas on Wednesday, or just the fact that they do everything from scratch daily, t…

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Evelyn Hartley 53:50

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How much of what we watch in true crime entertainment is actually true? And what happens when a story is rewritten for the screen, replacing a family's painful, decades-long mystery with a neat, tidy, and conclusive fictional story? The new season of Netflix's Monster is a global phenomenon. But in its telling of the Ed Gein story, it presents a yo…

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Gunned Down on her Doorstep - Khadijah Berry 10:18

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Someone gunned down a promising nursing student in front of her home? Who would have a motive to do such a thing?By Valentina

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Taylor Swift's "The Life of a Showgirl" and More with Brendan Scannell and Jesse Williams 1:18:44

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By Keep It!

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Hive's General Manager Eric Iversen and FOH Manager Lizzie Russell | S9E8 55:22

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By No Dishes Media

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Solved: The Yogurt Shop Murders 58:04

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By Sarah Turney

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Emily Pike Stewart 56:59

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Our interview with producer, director, podcast host, and audiobook narrator Emily Pike Stewart visit us at JenniferJillAraya.com & SarahBethGoer.com https://emilypikestewart.com/

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One Battle After Another & Mariah Carey with Gillian Anderson & Jay Jurden 1:26:12

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This week, Louis Virtel is joined by comic Jay Jurden to discuss Paul Thomas Anderson's One Battle After Another, new albums from Mariah Carey and Doja Cat, Nicki Minaj's Twitter rampage, Nicole Kidman's break-up, and the Riyadh comedy festival. Gillian Anderson also joins Louis to discuss Tron Ares, The X-Files, and A Streetcar Named Desire. Subsc…

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WFHB Station General Manager, Jar Turner, and Development Director, Brooke Turpin | S9E7 1:08:54

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With the landscape for community radio funding changing drastically in 2025, WFHB has had to find new, creative ways to fund their operations. Station General Manager, Jar Turner, and Development Director, Brooke Turpin, join us to discuss their recent fundraising efforts, the history of WFHB, and we even dive into the nitty gritty of how their sta…

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Amber Hoopes 47:27

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On September 14, 2001, 20-year-old Amber Shawnell Hoopes vanished from her grandparents' Idaho Falls home. Amber was last seen reading a magazine and watching TV around 10:35 p.m., but by 1:00 a.m., she wasgone. Her family quickly suspected foul play. Suspicion immediately focused on Keith "Mark" Hescock, a disgruntled former employee of Amber's gr…

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Jimmy Kimmel & Best Award Speeches with Guy Branum 1:00:37

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This week, Louis Virtel is joined by Guy Branum to discuss Jimmy Kimmel Live being yanked off the air, the new Lilith Fair documentary, and the best speeches in entertainment history. Subscribe to Keep It on YouTube to catch full episodes, exclusive content, and other community events. Find us there at YouTube.com/@KeepItPodcast Hosted by Simplecas…

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Samira owner Anwar Naderpoor | S9E6 50:11

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After the Russian invasion of Afghanistan in 1979, Anwar Naderpoor fled to Pakistan, and eventually made his way to Bloomington many years later after stops in France, Virginia, and Indianapolis. Named after his daughter, Samira opened in 1998 and quickly established itself as a consistent, quality dining destination for locals and students alike. …

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The Dardeen Family 49:48

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In November 1987, Keith Dardeen grew uneasy after a string of 15 homicidesnear his home in Ina, Illinois, and began planning to move his family tosafety. Just days later, tragedy struck; Keith, his wife Elaine, and twochildren were brutally murdered. Years later, suspected serial killer Tommy Sells claimed responsibility, yet nearly four decades on…