Best Factual Opinion Podcasts (2025)

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Strange Stories UK: Nora and Judy fall out, Chiswick 1971. 30:24

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Send us a text Another short podcast while I am away. This is a story of a couple of women who breaking up in London in 1971 had a nasty falling out. Told in one take without editing.By DBC

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531: What Law Students Should Know About New Legal Tech (w/Gabe Teninbaum) 31:01

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Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, Alison and Gabe Teninbaum -- law professor and creator of SpacedRepetition.com -- discuss how technology is rapidly transforming the legal profession, emphasizing the importance for law students and lawyers to develop technological competence and adapt to new tools and roles in the legal profes…

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530: Listen and Learn -- Criminal Procedure: Identifications (Part 1) 16:05

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Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today we're talking about the rules and timing of the different types of criminal identification procedures. This is Part 1 of a two-part episode. In this episode we discuss: Types of criminal identifications procedures Timing of identifications procedures and right to counsel Due process in identific…

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Strange Stories UK: Soho murder and prison. The life of George Pickering 26:21

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Send us a text I am still out of the country so am posting some shorter podcasts to keep the podcast ticking over. This one concerns a case from 1963 going on to 1967. The podcast is recorded in a studio that is soundproofed but visited by various cats and dogs and sometimes other creatures. This podcast is set in Soho, Central London an area where…

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Marlon Wayans: Unfiltered 16:32

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Marlon Wayans opens up about surviving the Wayans family comedy dynasty, reinventing stand-up in 2025, and why his current tour is his most personal yet... "These sensitive ass little kids need to laugh," -Wayans referring to Gen Z Shows: https://www.marlonwayans.com/live-shows Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YQ54xwVda-c&t=204s Ho…

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57 - Graves of the Sea People 32:38

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Send us a text Ever heard of a graveyard where the coffins are shaped like humans—some lifelike, others downright bizarre? In this episode, we dig into the secrets of the Philistines at Beit Shean: a crossroads of kings, conquerors, and cultures. It’s biblical drama, ancient mysteries, and archaeological surprises—buried, literally, in the dirt of …

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529: Last-Minute Law School Exam Prep: Triage Tips for Success 35:36

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Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today we're discussing how you can regroup, triage, and get the most out of the final weeks before law school exams. In this episode we discuss: Preparing outlines and other study materials How to use study groups effectively Writing practice exams and getting feedback Optimizing study time and minimi…

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Strange Stories UK: Dorothy Wallis, High Holborn. 21:08

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Send us a text This is a short podcast just to post something while I am away. Daisy / Dorothy Wallis started a business in High Holborn, central London. She lived a quiet home life with her parents, one wonders who would have wished her harm ?By DBC

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Mini-Episode: Actor Melvin Gregg & NBC's "The Paper" 15:12

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From The Blackening to The Office universe, actor Melvin Gregg gets real about reinvention, vulnerability, and finding humor in chaos. In this candid conversation, Gregg opens up about playing Detrick in NBC’s The Paper, premiering November 10th (and now streaming on Peacock). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Strange Stories UK: Chloe and Josh Bashford, Newhaven, Sussex murders 30:16

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Send us a text Chloe and Josh Bashford lived at Newhaven with their four children. Their lives were ended by a family friend who killed them for no understandable reason and then claimed diminished responsibility. The killer will be sentenced on 6 November 2025. This podcast was recorded in one take with no editing with animals in the room.…

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528: Optimizing Sleep and Productivity in Law School (w/Lindsay Scola) 46:23

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Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! This podcast episode explores the critical connection between sleep and productivity, especially for students and professionals. Guest Lindsay Scola shares her personal journey with sleep disorders and emphasizes that sleep is foundational for cognitive performance, memory, and overall well-being. The…

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Ex-Inmate Details Sean “Diddy” Combs’ Life Inside MDC Brooklyn 26:51

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Former MDC inmate Raymond Castillo breaks his silence about living in the same unit as Sean “Diddy” Combs inside MDC Brooklyn. He reveals what really went on behind bars: from the shocking knife incident over a chair (we get the real story), to how Diddy’s business and leadership class brought Bloods, Crips, MS-13, and inmates of every race into on…

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527: Listen and Learn -- Excuses for Non-Performance of a Contract 17:02

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Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! In this episode from our "Listen and Learn" series, we're exploring the situations in which a party to a contract is claiming that their contractual obligations should be discharged as a result of supervening events that occurred after the formation of the contract. The three excuses for non-performan…

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Strange Stories UK : Halloween 2025, BBC live broadcast of Dene Manor haunting. 34:09

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Send us a text This podcast has been produced while I am away, recorded with a borrowed microphone and on a MacBook laptop with which I can't seem to upload any background music. Recorded in one take without editing this is the story off the BBC's first live broadcast from a haunted house. Dene/Dean manor, Meopham, Kent on 10 March 1936.…

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The Woman the DC Sniper Meant to Kill 27:14

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In 2002, the D.C. Sniper attacks gripped and terrified the nation:ten dead, three wounded, and a community living in fear. But behind the headlines lies a story few have ever heard. In Hunted by My Husband: The Untold Story of the D.C. Sniper, survivor Dr. Mildred Muhammad reveals how her ex-husband’s reign of terror was never random at all… it was…

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20 Stab Wounds, Zero Answers: Nancy Schwartzman on the Shocking Mystery of Ellen Greenberg 19:16

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In this interview, Death in Apartment 603 showrunner and executive producer Nancy Schwartzman pulls back the curtain on Hulu’s explosive new docuseries about the suspicious 2011 death of Philadelphia teacher Ellen Greenberg—a case ruled a suicide despite 20 stab wounds. Schwartzman reveals how years of forensic contradictions, institutional failure…

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56 - Were The Philistines Migrants or Invaders? 32:18

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Send us a text The first portrayal of the Philistines can be seen in the reliefs of the Medinet Habu monument. It shows their warriors, but also their women and children on ox-carts. They came to conquer, but also to live. They fought and contributed culturally, bringing their influences from the Aegean. But were they just a bunch of foreign invade…

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526: Quick Tips -- Legal Latin Decoded 13:40

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Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Much of Western legal tradition evolved from Roman law, and even when legal systems modernized, many principles and terms remained in Latin. Today, as part of our "Quick Tips" series, we provide you with the meaning of various Latin phrases that are commonly used in law school classes. In this episode…

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Cross Promotion, Midnight Currents: Secrets of New York City Nightlife 19:14

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In this episode of Midnight Currents: The Brooklyn Nightcub Drownings, we dive into the pulse of East Williamsburg’s Brooklyn Mirage; amid alleged shady dealings, fines, a $30M redesign, and owner backroom ties to Mayor Eric Adams’ inner circle. From SLA crackdowns to alleged mayoral favors brokered by ex-chief of staff Frank Carone, it's all very …

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Mini Episode: A Chat with Actor Ernie Hudson 12:20

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Veteran actor Ernie Hudson joins us to reflect on his remarkable career and upcoming projects. "I think it changed television in a lot of ways. I mean, Oz.... that was before Sopranos, before The Wire, and a lot of shows, it was groundbreaking," Ernie Hudson on HBO's Oz on The Outlier. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Strange Stories UK: The Strange Story of John Kealty 30:01

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Send us a text John Kealty travelled to Mexico to write a travel guide in the style of a Lonely Planet guide twenty years before they were a thing. It did not end well.By DBC

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525: Being an Adult (w/Julie Lythcott-Haims) 59:59

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Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! In this episode, author and educator Julie Lythcott-Haims discusses with Lee the complexities of becoming an adult, emphasizing that adulthood is less about age and more about taking responsibility for oneself. We highlight the importance of developing independence, financial literacy, and the ability…

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Secrets of New York City Nightlife 19:19

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Send us a text In this episode of Midnight Currents, we dive into the pulse of East Williamsburg’s Brooklyn Mirage; amid alleged shady dealings, fines, a $30M redesign, and owner backroom ties to Mayor Eric Adams’ inner circle. From SLA crackdowns to alleged mayoral favors brokered by ex-chief of staff Frank Carone, it's all very odd and mysterious…

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524: LSAT Changes and Prep Strategies with AI (w/Steve Schwartz) 37:40

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Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! In today's episode, Steve Schwartz from LSAT Unplugged shares the latest changes to the LSAT format. We also explore the evolving role of AI in test preparation and admissions and offer practical advice for effective LSAT study strategies. In this episode we discuss: The latest LSAT format, consisting…

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Cross- Promotion, Midnight Currents: The Brooklyn Nightclub Drownings Ep 3 22:19

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Karl and John In this episode, we explore the heartbreaking mysteries surrounding the deaths of John Castic and Karl Clemente, both discovered in Newtown Creek just weeks apart in the summer of 2023, after nights out at Brooklyn Mirage nightclub. If you have tips or information, please email [email protected] DISCLAIMER: Accuracy of Information: W…

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NEW INVESTIGATIVE PODCAST: The Brooklyn Nightclub Drownings Ep 2 27:48

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What Happened to Damani Alexander? In this episode of Midnight Currents: The Brooklyn Nightclub Drownings, we rewind to July 28, 2024-the final hours of Damani Alexander's life amid the neon haze of NYC’s Knockdown Center. Forensic pathologist Nicole Angemi, MS, PA (ASCP), joins to dissect Damani's autopsy report, uncovering clues of a possible dro…

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Karl and John 22:19

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Send us a text In this episode, we explore the heartbreaking mysteries surrounding the deaths of John Castic and Karl Clemente, both discovered in Newtown Creek just weeks apart in the summer of 2023, after nights out at Brooklyn Mirage nightclub. If you have tips or information, please email [email protected] DISCLAIMER: Accuracy of Information: …

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Strange Stories UK: Egon Von Bulow. South London cop killer. 33:16

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Send us a text This case is in living memory. Going back to 1974. Egon Von Bulow's parents came from South America, had him while in the UK, then left him when they went back home. Not an ideal start for him. He grew up anti authoritarian. He shot three policemen and committed other crimes after seemingly losing control during July 1974. He could b…

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Educating for Democracy: Empowering Citizens to Identify Good Information 28:48

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European federalists have long wished for the EU to be taught in schools, but the real chance for Europeanised education may lie in fostering critical thinking skills in school. In this episode, we explore whether citizenship education should be a subject in European curricula, and how EU-level coordination can support teachers and students. Hosts:…

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523: Listen and Learn -- Negligence: Factual Causation 19:30

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Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! In today's episode, we're focusing on one of the most highly-tested topics on law school exams: Negligence. In particular, we're talking about the different ways in which factual causation can be demonstrated. In this episode we discuss: Review of the elements of negligence What is factual causation a…

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LIVE: Missing Persons Private Investigator Steve Fischer on Celeste Rivas & D4d 1:21:10

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Join me and Steve Fischer from SF Investigates, a renowned 'Missing Persons' private investigator who has been uncovering compelling new insights into the tragic and grisly death of teenager Celeste Rivas Hernandez, and her potential connection to singer D4vd. More on Steve: https://www.searchinvestigations.org/ Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.co…

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What happened to Damani Alexander? 27:47

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Send us a text In this episode of Midnight Currents: The Brooklyn Nightclub Drownings, we rewind to July 28, 2024-the final hours of Damani Alexander's life amid the neon haze of NYC’s Knockdown Center. Forensic pathologist Nicole Angemi, MS, PA (ASCP), joins to dissect Damani's autopsy report, uncovering clues of a possible drowning, accident or f…

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LIVE: Celeste & D4vd 1:11:16

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A livestream diving into the tragic and perplexing case involving missing, now deceased teen Celeste Rivas and singer D4vd- what we know. Watch the livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cLxzP6lOMEg Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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NEW INVESTIGATIVE PODCAST: The Brooklyn Nightclub Drownings 21:04

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***NEW INVESTIGATIVE PODCAST ALERT*** Subscribe to Lauren's new investigative series, "Midnight Currents: The Brooklyn Nightclub Drownings" wherever you listen to podcasts. Cross Promoting the first episode here on The Outlier... Episode 1, "A History of Unexplained Male Drownings" Episode 1 dives into New York City's Newtown Creek's 150-year histo…

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522: Is Social Media Destroying Our Ability to Focus? 31:18

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Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today we're talking about a topic we've been thinking about a lot recently – whether social media is destroying our ability to focus. We reflect on how our daily routines were impacted by a week-long break from social media, and how we used the freed up time. In this episode we discuss: Pain points th…

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A History of Unexplained Male Drownings 21:04

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Send us a text Episode 1 dives into New York City's Newtown Creek's 150-year history of unexplained deaths- from the 2023 drownings near the Brooklyn Mirage to Damani Alexander's 2024 case and recent unidentified recoveries. These deaths draw parallels to Chicago and Austin vanishings, and serial killer theories like the Smiley Face Killer. We’ll a…

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Strange Stories UK: Where British soldiers sacrificed to appease public opinion? Suez. 28:14

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Send us a text This case happened in Egypt in 1950, so just about in Living memory. It was a difficult time for British-Egyptian relations. When three soldiers were involved in a murder and tried by a British Court Martial, all politicians tried not to get involved as it was easier for all involved to bury an awkward problem.…

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Catching Up with Actor Tony Goldwyn from an NYC taxi cab.. 17:11

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We sit down, from an NYC taxi, with acclaimed actor Tony Goldwyn-best known for his iconic role as President Fitzgerald Grant on Scandal and his recent turns in Oppenheimer and Law & Order-to chat about his exciting new ventures. Goldwyn opens up about co-hosting the podcast Far from the Tree with his screenwriter daughter Anna Musky-Goldwyn, where…

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LIVE, Charlie Kirk Assassination Case: State Vs. Federal 54:36

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Tyler Robinson faces aggravated murder charges for the killing of Charlie Kirk, along with two other major charges out of Utah County, Utah. So, why isn’t this a federal case? We’re diving into the details with former homicide prosecutor Jarrett Ferentino to break it all down. Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/jj8P8PygkX0 Hosted on Acast. …

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521: Smarter Borrowing: How Juno Helps Lower Student Loans 34:31

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Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, we're speaking with Nikhil Agarwal from Juno about how law students can make smarter choices about student loans. We focus on the benefits of group negotiation for better interest rates and the differences between federal and private loans. Thanks to Juno for their support in sponsoring this ep…

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Policy alternatives to EU’s regulation of disinformation 31:18

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In this episode, we unpack three proposals on democratic responses to disinformation, from social media regulation and algorithmic transparency to strengthening public service media. We also explore calls for a holistic EU-wide strategy on information integrity. Hosts: Luis Bouza, Universidad Autónoma de Madrid and Álvaro Oleart, Université libre d…

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Charlie Kirk Alleged shooter CAUGHT Press Conference & Commentary 1:14:19

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As of September 12, 2025, 22-year-old Tyler Robinson, a Utah resident, has been identified and taken into custody as the prime suspect in the fatal shooting of conservative activist and Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk. Kirk was killed on September 10, 2025, during his "American Comeback Tour" event at Utah Valley University (UVU) in Orem, Ut…

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55 - The Philistines 42:41

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Send us a text In this episode, we bring the Philistines into the story. Unfortunately, we do not have rich texts that they wrote about themselves. So we have to rely on the Bible for our understanding of the Philistines. But who were they, and how accurately are they portrayed in the biblical stories? We introduce these important players to our st…

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Coming Soon: Midnight Currents Trailer 2:04

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Send us a text COMING SOON.... Midnight Currents: The Brooklyn Nightclub Drownings. Investigative reporter Lauren Conlin probes the mysterious, tragic, and coincidental deaths of three young men—all found in Brooklyn’s Newtown Creek, an arm of the East River, within a year, and all after leaving local nightclubs. Two deaths have been ruled drowning…

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Strange Stories UK : Ghost Club Chronicles part 1 49:25

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Send us a text A selection of Ghost Club discussion topics 1902-1913. These include : Haunted bottles, Egyptian mummy curses, Mrs Etta Wreight’s seances, The Glastonbury Cup, Whymper’s pony, The Pickwick mystery and the Dorchester incident. My narration is not great and there is a pug called Otto snoring at my feet and it is recorded in one take wi…

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Pop Culture, Scandals & Crime: Laken Snelling w/ Guest Nicole Angemi, Cardi B & NYC Court Hearings 1:22:14

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Lauren’s latest on pop culture scandals and crime ⚖️🔥 👉 Cardi B’s jaw-dropping moments on the stand 👉 The disturbing twists in the Laken Snelling case 👉 Keefe D facing trial for Tupac’s murder—what’s really at stake 👉 NYC’s week of high-stakes Criminal & Federal Court hearings including Alexander Brothers & Ryan Hemphill Nothing’s off limits. Speci…

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520: Preparing for the NextGen Bar Exam with Themis 31:17

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Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! This episode features a discussion with Dan Smith from Themis Bar Review about the upcoming NextGen Bar Exam, highlighting its new computer-based format and integrated question sets, as well as the importance of memorization and practical skills. The conversation also covers how Themis is adapting its…

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Actor/Producer André Holland (Moonlight, Selma) talks his new film, Love Brooklyn 19:12

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We sit down with actor/producer André Holland, the acclaimed actor and producer behind Love, Brooklyn, opening nationwide September 5th. From his breakout role in the Academy Award-Winning film Moonlight to his Broadway debut in August Wilson’s Jitney, Holland shares anecdotes about past projects and why we need to check out Love, Brooklyn. Join us…

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Ruby Franke and Jodi Hildebrandt’s 'Reign of Terror' explored in ID's new docuseries 23:58

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In this episode, we explore the shocking Investigation Discovery docuseries Ruby & Jodi: A Cult of Sin and Influence with filmmakers Olivia Crist Grant and Lauren Andrade. The series uncovers the toxic alliance between disgraced mommy vlogger Ruby Franke and rogue therapist Jodi Hildebrandt, whose manipulative bond led to the horrific abuse of Fran…

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Labor Day Nightmare Part 2: The Unsolved 2020 Murder of Michael Mowry III 30:27

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We're raising awareness around the haunting and tragic unsolved murder of 19-year-old Michael Mowry III, who was fatally shot in his Rochester, New Hampshire, apartment during Labor Day weekend 2020. Five years later, his family is still searching for answers. Join us as we explore the new connections and details of the case (after releasing an epi…