Best Eugene Palmer Podcasts (2025)

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165: The Murder of Robin Lawrence 36:10

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In 1994, Robin Lawrence seemed to have it all — a loving husband, a young daughter, and a quiet home in Springfield, Virginia. But when her husband left on a business trip, that picture-perfect life shattered overnight. What followed was a chilling crime that would haunt investigators for decades before the truth finally came to light. Instagram: @…

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192: A Conversation with Ken Burns and Sarah Botstein: The American Revolution and WWII 57:46

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Professor Greg Jackson sits down with legendary documentary filmmaker Ken Burns and his co-producer Sarah Botstein to discuss their newest film series, The American Revolution plus a conversation about their 2007 WWII series, The War. Ken and Sarah’s latest endeavor about the American War for Independence has been in production for nearly a decade,…

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164: The Murder of Grace Jennings 54:06

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In the Fall of 2022, police responded to a small home in Santa Fe, New Mexico due to a reported stabbing. With little information to go on, investigators fell further and further into confusion when the suspects fained ignorance and ran circles around the truth. Instagram: @CousinsonCrimePodcast Email: [email protected] Theme Music by AleXZa…

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Bonus: Eleanor Roosevelt "Over Our Coffee Cups" 7:19

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Today Professor Jackson tells the story of Eleanor Roosevelt’s “Over Our Coffee Cups” weekly radio show. Starting in the fall of 1941, the First Lady took to the airwaves with this cafe-style program to provide information and comfort as the nation began mobilizing for war. This short story is an example of the extras you can get as an HTDS premium…

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163: Murder in the Clovis Carver Library 35:32

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In 2017, the peaceful atmosphere in the Clovis Carver Library was shattered when a 16-year-old kid opened fire on unsuspecting families. Several were wounded in the mass shooting, but two, very beloved women, lost their life. Despite the perpetrator expressing his urge to kill and self harm, his threats went unreported and he continued to have open…

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162: The Murder of Selena Quintanilla Perez 1:00:10

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Mexican-American singer, Selena Quintanilla, was as established artist in the Latin community; hailed as the Queen of Tejano. At just 18-years-old, she was signed as a solo artist with dreams of English albums, fashion boutiques, and life on a farm with the man she loved. Sadly, some of her dreams would never be realized because one of her closest …

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191: Halloween Special V: “The War of the Worlds” on the Radio 41:50

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“No more defenses. Our army is wiped out—artillery, air force, everything wiped out.” This is the story of the invasion of New Jersey. “The War of the Worlds” is a 1938 radio adaptation of an 1897 science fiction novel by H.G. Wells that details an alien invasion of Earth, a seminal work that popularized the term “Martian” and the theme of “first c…

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161: Found in the Jordan River: The Murder of Annie Kasprzak 46:25

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Veronica Kasprzak went upstairs to check on her 15-year-old daughter, Annie, only to find an empty room and a runaway note on the bed. The very next day, a gruesome discovery would lead police down a twisty path that would eventually lead them right back to the beginning. Instagram: @CousinsonCrimePodcast Email: [email protected] Theme Music…

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190: An Epilogue to US Pre-WW2 Turn from Isolationism to Interventionism and the Influential Americans in London Who Brokered the FDR-Churchill Bromance 1:10:00

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Professor Jackson takes a step back to review themes from episodes 187 through 189 (War in Europe and America’s Response), specifically the slow turn from isolationism to aid via Lend-Lease, and eventually to preparing for war. Prof. Jackson’s guests are Professor Lindsey Cormack, an associate professor of political science at Stevens Institute of …

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189: World War II in Europe & the American Response (1941): Production & Preparation 1:06:16

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"At long last, Mr. President.”—Prime Minister Sir Winston Churchill This is the story of the second year of WWII and the United States’ response. As the war enters its second full year, things are looking dire for Britain: Germany has forced France into submission, the Blitz is in full swing, and the cash-strapped nation is running out of money to …

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160: Serial Killer: Robert Eugene Brashers 49:22

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Using DNA technology, one of the most infamous cases, the Yogurt Shop murders, has recently been solved! The suspect in the quadruple homicide from 1991 was also linked to crimes in Florida, Tennessee, South Carolina, and Missouri; though it's believed he's responsible for so much more. Instagram: @CousinsonCrimePodcast Email: CousinsonCrime@gmail.…

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The Unlikely Union: "A house divided against itself cannot stand." 11:23

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Professor Greg Jackson shares a personal message about our politically divided times and announces more tour dates for his live show: The Unlikely Union. This show is not recorded for the podcast. Go to HTDSpodcast.com/live-shows for more information and dates. Prof. Jackson’s national tour has already been to half of the 50 states, so-called red …

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159: The Murder of Janie Landers 40:06

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Janie Landers was a feisty 18-year-old living in a group home for the developmentally disabled. Her body was found shortly after she ran away from the facility but the truth would remain a mystery, spanning nearly four decades. Instagram: @CousinsonCrimePodcast Email: [email protected] Theme Music by AleXZavesa Join our Patreon! https://www.…

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188: World War II in Europe & The American Response (1939–40): Isolationism vs. Arsenal of Democracy 1:08:05

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“I have said not once but many times that I have seen war and that I hate war. … I hope the United States will keep out of this war. I believe that it will.” This is the story of the first year of WWII in the European theater and the United States’ response. Since the days of President George Washington, the United States has largely held to George…

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158: Where is Sara Isabel Martinez? 55:46

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Sara Isabel Martinez was last seen at her home in Fort Worth Texas in the early morning hours of December 29, 2024. She was last seen wearing grey sweatpants and black zip up sweater, and white DC sneakers. She wears black and clear framed glasses. She has brown eyes, and black hair with purple streaks. Sara is 5’ 2” and weighs about 100 lbs. She’s…

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157: The Unsolved Murder of Holly Palmer 40:15

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It was late November in Granbury, Texas when 23-year-old Holly Palmer was found brutally beaten to death in the Greyhound/Trailways bus station that she owned and operated. Nearly 37 year have passed with no arrest and no justice for Holly and her family. If you know anything about the murder of Holly Palmer, please call the Granbury Police Departm…

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187: From the Rhineland to Poland (1935–1939): Annexation, Appeasement, & the Start of World War II 1:08:46

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“A great war can hardly be avoided any longer.” This is the story of Nazi Germany’s aggressive territorial expansion and the start of WWII. The Treaty of Versailles has long been a thorn in Adolf Hitler’s side. Its troublesome limits on troops and technology pose challenges for a man bent on taking lebensraum and building a Grossdeuschland by any m…

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156: The Beast of Chicago: H.H. Holmes 46:35

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Herman Webster Mudgett, better known as H.H. Holmes, was a selfish and sadistic man who lured women into his life only to steal from them and make them disappear. He used anyone and everyone he could to increase his wealth, even if that meant killing men, women, and even children, to get what he wanted. Instagram: @CousinsonCrimePodcast Email: Cous…

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155: Revisited: The Unsolved Murders of Emily Morgan and Totinika Elix 23:29

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The cousins are off this week but we wanted to revisit a story we covered back in May of 2023 because this case remains unsolved to this day. You will hear from Alayna will about two women were found shot to death inside a car parked in front of an abandoned home, in a small town in Oklahoma. Someone knows something - let's get these girls some jus…

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186: From Czardom to Stalinism: Building the USSR & the Ascent of Joseph Stalin 1:06:39

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“Comrade Stalin, now that he is general secretary, has concentrated immense power in his hands, and I am not sure whether he will always be capable of exercising this power with sufficient caution.” This is the story of Joseph Stalin’s path to becoming the dictator of the USSR. Ioseb (Joseph) Jughashvili, or little “Soso,” is a good student. A choi…

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154: Never Forgotten: The Murder of Lisa Ziegert 1:00:03

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On a brisk April morning in 1992, the quiet town of Agawam, Massachusetts stirred awake like any other day. But just before 9 a.m., an unsettling discovery disrupted the usual mundane routine. A clerk at Brittany’s Card & Gift Shop was surprised to find her coworker Lisa Ziegert’s car sat in the parking lot, yet Lisa was nowhere to be found. Inside…

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153: The Murders of Pam Pitts and Ray Clerx 46:33

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When 19-year-old, Pam Pitts', remains were found badly burned in a wooded area, her family desperately wanted to know what happened to her. Little did they know that it would take one more murder to capture a killer. Instagram: @CousinsonCrimePodcast Email: [email protected] Theme Music by AleXZavesa Join our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com…

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185: The Early Holocaust: From the “Jewish Question” to Kristallnacht 1:08:59

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“Being a Jew is not a crime, I am not a dog.” This is the story of the start of the Holocaust. Serving as the scapegoat for everything from a disappearing child to the Black Plague, European Jews are used to “anti-Jewry.” But as the nation state rises in the modern world, it brings the so-called “Jewish Question” to the fore: can one be a faithful …

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The Unlikely Union: New Tour Dates 9:23

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Professor Greg Jackson is touring the country with a live version of the podcast telling the story of The Unlikely Union of American states. Starting Sep 19, 2025 through July 4, 2026, you can hear the Professor history-tell in person, with video and live musicians. It’s not recorded for the podcast so get your tickets now at ⁠HTDSpodcast.com/live-…

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152: The Murder of Gemma McCluskie 51:06

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When a former EastEnders actress, Gemma McCluskie, vanished without a trace in the dead of winter 2012, panic gripped her loved ones and community. Once a familiar face on the beloved British soap, she'd traded the spotlight for a quieter life working in nightclubs and bars—still vibrant, still full of life. It wouldn't be long before everyone lear…

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151: The Brutal and Senseless Murder of Christopher Donovan 40:12

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It was after midnight in late May 2001 in quiet Surrey, England. Chris Donovan, his brother, and their friend met up at a local takeaway so they could walk home together - never knowing a chance encounter was about to up-end their lives and send shockwaves through the community. What followed was a painstaking investigation by two relentless detect…

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184: The Rise of Adolf Hitler: From Failure to Führer of Nazi Germany or the Third Reich 1:07:14

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“There will be no more mercy now; anyone who stands in our way will be butchered.” This is the story of Adolf Hitler and the collapse of the Weimar Republic. A dropout. A failed applicant to Vienna’s prestigious Academy of Fine Arts. A decorated but low-ranking soldier who attempts to overthrow the state and is convicted of treason. But only a deca…

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150: The Disappearance of Lynette Simms Dawson, Part Two 1:06:12

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When a woman goes missing in Sydney, Australia in 1982, all that could be heard was the cicadas buzzing in the trees. No one was looking for her; not her friends and not police. In Part Two of this two-part episode, we'll talk about what might have become of Lyn and how a renewed interest in the case would bring justice for Lyn's family. Instagram:…

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149: The Disappearance of Lynette Simms Dawson, Part One 40:38

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When a woman goes missing in Sydney, Australia in 1982, all that could be heard was the cicadas buzzing in the trees. No one was looking for her; not her friends and not police. In Part One of this two-part episode, we'll talk about the beautiful life Lynette Dawson had grown accustomed to before it was all taken from her. Instagram: @CousinsonCrim…

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183: The Origin of Fascism: “Il Duce” Benito Mussolini & the Rise of Fascist Italy 1:10:40

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“Italy, Gentlemen, wants peace, wants quiet, wants work, wants calm; we will give it with love, if that be possible, or with strength, if that be necessary.” This is the story of Italy’s Benito Mussolini’s creation of fascism and rise to power in interwar Italy. Benito starts life the way his father intended—as a socialist—and the often moving, you…

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148: Mountain Madness: The Murders of John Morrison and Frank Harwood 35:53

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Sunday, June 29, 2025, an emergency call came in alerting officials that a fire was spreading on Canfield Mountain. Within minutes, firefighters suited up and raced toward the blaze, bracing for battle against the flames. But what awaited them wasn't just a wildfire—it was an ambush. Instagram: @CousinsonCrimePodcast Email: [email protected]…

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147: Where Are Bonnie Lee and Jeremy Dages? 56:56

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When a young mother took her son out for what should have been a quick late-night trip to the grocery store, no one suspected it would be the last time they saw her. By the next morning, after hours with no word and no sign of her return, her roommates suspected something was very wrong. If you have any information about what happened to Bonnie Lee…

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182: A Prologue to World War II: US Army Interwar Preparation 45:50

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This is the story of interwar preparation–not that the United States realized it was preparing for World War II, new technologies, innovation, and a constant pushing of the limits in the 1930s did indeed help Uncle Sam prepare for the fight to come. To get us into an interwar mindset of praying for peace while preparing for war, Professor Jackson t…

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146: Fatal Fairytale: The Murder of Jason Corbett 59:27

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Jason and Molly Corbett moved from Ireland to the US in search of a fresh start for their family. The endless opportunities and sense of community that North Carolina had to offer, gave them the life that most could only dream of. But a deteriorating marriage threatened their happy ending and one heated night would rip the family apart forever. Ins…

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145: Ice Cold Betrayal: The Murder of Wayan Mirna Salihin 54:58

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A casual reunion between old friends at an upscale café took a tragic turn when one woman suddenly fell gravely ill. Mirna Salihin was a vibrant, healthy young woman with a bright future ahead of her, so what could have caused her sudden and mysterious death? Instagram: @CousinsonCrimePodcast Email: [email protected] Theme Music by AleXZaves…

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181: American Aviation: The Growth of the Industry Through the Eyes of Amelia Earhart, Charles Lindbergh, and Howard Hughes 1:04:22

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“If he is lost it will be the most universally regretted single loss we ever had. But that kid ain’t going to fail.” This is the story of the high-fliers in early twentieth-century American aviation. Wright brothers Orville and Wilbur stunned the nation and the world with their pioneering flight in 1903, and since then, aviation has spread its wing…

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Michigan Rapid-Fire 16:21

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FAST TIME is back for a FAST recap of the Michigan weekend. A quick break down of the Cup and Truck series at Michigan. Amazon continues to shine. Ram is back! And, we’re off to Mexico City for the first time in the NASCAR cup series. All that and then some on episode 6 of FAST TIME!By Eugene Palmer

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144: The Murder of Lori Bray 33:17

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On a crisp October night, Lori Bray finished her shift at the casino, eager to get home and escape into the quiet of the evening before facing another early morning. But when the casino manager spotted Lori’s car abandoned at a lonely rural intersection the next day, far from her usual route, a sense of dread crept in. A chance encounter and a sing…

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The Music City 45:08

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Fast Time is back for episode #5! Eugene Palmer has your Nashville weekend highlights. He gives his take on the Carson Hocevar drama. Amazon broadcast doesn’t disappoint again. Is Jim France in the wrong for wanting Spire to field a car? For the first time there’s BREAKING NEWS on Fast Time. And of course, a look ahead to Michigan!…

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143: A Shot in the Dark: The Murder of Farah Fratta 1:19:13

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November 9, 1994 was an ordinary Wednesday night for Laura Hoelscher and her husband, Darren, until they were startled by gunfire across the street. Rushing to their living room window, they witnessed their neighbor, Farah Fratta, fall to her garage floor and a masked man escape in a getaway car. Zeroing in on who wanted Farah dead would be the eas…

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180: “A Race to the Sky”: The Rise of New York City’s Chrysler, Manhattan Company, and Empire State Buildings 1:01:19

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“If this is to be a skyscraper… why not make it scrape the sky.” This is the story of the race for the tallest building in New York City—in the world. Erstwhile partners-turned-bitter rivals, architects William Van Alen and Craig Severance are both looking to build the tallest skyscraper in New York City. William is working with automobile titan Wa…

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Chastain makes history 49:39

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Eugene Palmer is back from Cycleland Speedway in Chico, CA! He recaps the entire Charlotte weekend and digs into the all star race a bit. Amazon prime has a great first showing! Penske Racing makes some moves, Kyle Busch back to RCR in 2026, Kaulig makes an announcement, and should we look into more short tracks like North Wilkesboro? A look ahead …

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142: The Generous Doctor: The Murder of Dr. Thomas Burchard 35:24

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Dr. Thomas Burchard, a pediatric psychiatrist, was exceptional at taking care of others. Though he had good intentions, his habit of sending money to pretty women who were down on their luck, was not a good look for the esteemed doctor. Soon, he'd cross paths with one young woman who would take much more than his money. Instagram: @CousinsonCrimePo…

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141: Melonie White & The Secrets of Lake Mead 38:56

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Just months after moving to Las Vegas in search of a fresh start with her boyfriend and 3-year-old son, Melonie White’s excitement quickly faded into silence. Her family grew increasingly concerned when days turned into weeks without a word from her. Then came a chilling discovery in the Nevada desert—what two unsuspecting hikers stumbled upon woul…

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179: Bridging the Bay: San Francisco’s Golden Gate and Bay Bridges (Infrastructure pt. 2) 1:04:26

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“Everybody says it can’t be done.” This is the story of San Francisco’s two great bridges. The bustling cities of Oakland and San Francisco are separated by less than ten miles of water, but for early twentieth-century Bay Area residents, it may as well be thirty—that’s the distance traveling around the Bay. Meanwhile, the mile of water across the …

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Kansas, you did me dirty 53:54

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Fast Time episode 3 is here! Eugene Palmer goes over the Kansas weekend. Did Kansas live up to the hype? Homestead is officially back as the 2026 championship race. 2311 lawsuit. Have we lost the mile and a half next gen touch? A look ahead to the all star race and more!

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140: A Bomb at the Luxor: The Murder of Willebaldo Dorantes Antonio 47:00

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Las Vegas, Nevada is one of the most sought after tourist destinations in the world. For Mexico-born Willebaldo Dorantes Antonio, Las Vegas was booming with job opportunity and the chance to send money to his family back home. But in early May of 2007 an explosion would shock the city and leave Willebaldo's family to go on without him. Instagram: @…

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Texas is Texas 56:40

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Fast Time is back for episode 2. Host Eugene Palmer goes in depth on all 3 days from the Texas Motor Speedway weekend. The infield grass causing wrecks gets talked about, along with the buzz surrounding a reconfiguration of the Texas racetrack. A bad day for JGR? Trackhouse season long struggles, Netflix Full Speed coming out this week AND MORE.…

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139: Gone in a Minute: The Murder of Art Rozendal 39:14

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The holidays had come and gone in snowy Canada, and the Rozendal's were out visiting friends on a bitter January night. Having skirted death more than once, Brenda Rozendal and her husband, Art, were more connected and in love than ever before; cherishing every moment they had with each other. But in an instant, their beautiful life together would …

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178: “A Damn Big Dam”: Taming the Colorado River with the Hoover (or Boulder) Dam (Infrastructure pt. 1) 1:06:54

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“I felt no distress whatever…I was perspiring freely and was as limber and helpless as a wet rag. It was an exhilarating experience.... It was then and there that I first conceived the idea of the reclamation of the desert.” This is the story of the Hoover Dam. A wild, precarious, and dangerous river, the Colorado tears across the American southwes…