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Sorry We’re Closed! Government on Pause, Media on Blast | Ten Minutes of Truth EP 44 10:15

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Washington is once again "shut down"—but does it even matter? Barrett and Baxa break down the government shutdown circus, the media’s overblown coverage, and why most Americans don’t even notice when D.C. hits pause. From AOC’s selfied “good deed” tour to the absurdity of 10 park rangers needed to close an open-air memorial, this episode exposes ho…

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Public Safety & Crime Prevention | Perception Vs. Reality w/ Officer Manning 57:32

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Gender dynamics, trauma, and preparedness: why many women excel in the police force, the emotional toll of critical incidents, and how public safety has drastically improved over the last several years. We talk perception vs. reality of danger, prevention limits with motivated offenders, lessons learned from past incidents, and the habits that prot…

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38: [Annex Edition] Austin’s Frozen Tragedy: The Yogurt Shop Murders Solved 56:04

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Welcome to the first episode of The Lethal Library: Annex Edition! Annex episodes will cover cases outside our home area of Idaho and the Pacific Northwest. This week, we're diving into the harrowing 1991 Austin Yogurt Shop Murders—a case that's haunted Texas for decades. Four teenage girls lost their lives in a brutal crime that led to a web of fa…

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ICE Raids and Media Distortion: The Truth They Ignore | 10 Minutes of Truth EP 43 10:52

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In this episode, Barrett and Baxa break down the escalating ICE raids stretching from Chicago to Portland to Iowa, exposing how mainstream media frames the story. From Operation Midway Blitz in Chicago to a Dallas shooting quickly ignored by the press, the hosts reveal how headlines distort reality and downplay violence against ICE. They also highl…

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37. The Menace of Marchant: A Tale of Chaos and Tragedy 1:03:57

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In this gripping episode of 'Lethal Library,' Dani and Stephanie dive into the chaotic life of Bruce Marchant - a criminal who just couldn’t stay out of trouble. From arson and armed robbery to shootouts with police, Marchant's life was a train wreck you can't look away from. Tragically, it culminated in the 2016 murder of 18-year-old Boise State U…

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Comey Indicted: The Double Standard Exposed | Ten Minutes of Truth EP 42 10:31

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In this episode of 10 Minutes of Truth with Barrett and Baxa, the spotlight is on the indictment of former FBI Director James Comey for allegedly lying to Congress. Steve and Bob break down the hypocrisy in media and political reactions—contrasting how Democrats celebrated Trump-era indictments as “rule of law,” but now call Comey’s indictment an a…

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Trump, Tylenol & TDS: Pregnant Women Popping Pills | Ten Minutes of Truth EP 41 10:35

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President Donald Trump warns that Tylenol may not be safe for pregnant women — and suddenly, progressive women online start posting videos of themselves popping the pills as protest. Barrett & Baxa break down the insanity, the medical studies going back years, and the media spin around Trump’s comments. From Yale and Mount Sinai research to Time, R…

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Kamala Schmamala: Fake Stories, Softballs & Media Malpractice | Ten Minutes of Truth EP 40 11:01

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Steve and Bob dive into Kamala Harris’s media blitz as she promotes her new book. From Good Morning America to The View and Rachel Maddow, the interviews are packed with recycled talking points, softball questions, and staged stories. Barrett & Baxa break down her awkward anecdotes—like Doug “praying in the shower” on election night—and point out h…

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Bombs, Bullets & Bias: Local TV Under Fire | Ten Minutes of Truth EP 39 10:29

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This episode of 10 Minutes of Truth with Barrett & Baxa dives into the alarming rise in violence against local TV affiliates. We cover two major incidents: a failed bombing attempt targeting a Fox affiliate in Salt Lake City and a shooting into ABC10’s Sacramento studios. We break down how mainstream outlets—like NBC’s Today Show—chose to sanitize …

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Boycotts, Backlash & Broadcast Lies: The Jimmy Kimmel Fallout | Ten Minutes of Truth Ep 38 18:18

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🚨 As Jimmy Kimmel returns to the airwaves, we break down the two-sided controversy surrounding his roller-coaster ride. Jimmy Kimmel just learned the hard way what “consequence culture” really means. From misleading syntax about Charlie Kirk’s killer to years of plummeting ratings, did ABC finally have enough? But is this about free speech, corpora…

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Policing & Mental Health | Authority, Stereotypes & Stress Management w/ Officer Manning 55:00

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Law enforcement meets real-world mental health. Training intimidation, what police authority really allows (and doesn’t), and how officers manage stress in high-pressure calls. A candid, on-the-ground conversation about domestic violence cases, victim cooperation, bias, and community relations—humanizing the badge without sugarcoating the system. C…

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36. The Liger King: Fieber's Notorious Wildlife Empire 1:42:21

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Welcome to the Lethal Library. Dani and Stephanie uncover a story so wild, it practically roars. Journey with us as we explore the bizarre case of Robert Fieber and Dottie Martin, whose passion for exotic animals spiraled into a chaotic ordeal. When police raided their dilapidated game ranch, they found more than just a zoo gone wrong. Big cats on …

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Left, Right, and Wrong: Media Blunders Cross the Line | 10 Minutes of Truth EP 37 12:58

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Two major on-air blunders shook the news world this week. ABC’s Matt Gutman embarrassed himself with a bizarre take on the Charlie Kirk case, while Fox News host Brian Kilmeade sparked outrage with an off-the-cuff remark about homeless people. Both were forced into damage-control apologies — but are these just “slip-ups” or proof of the slow, stran…

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Dean Phillips: The Democrat the Left Forgot | 10 Minutes of Truth EP 36 10:21

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In this episode of 10 Minutes of Truth with Barrett & Baxa, we expose the double standard in political rhetoric. For decades, Democrat leaders—from Nancy Pelosi to Joe Biden—have been caught on record calling for unrest, even violence. Yet when tragedy strikes, the left is quick to blame conservative voices. We contrast this history with a refreshi…

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The Bride Who Texted Goodbye: Vanishing on the Wedding Day - True Crime 3:23

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On the morning of her wedding, 28-year-old teacher Lauren Mitchell sent a single, cryptic text to her maid of honor: “Tell him I’m sorry. Goodbye.” Hours later she vanished. In the Episode we unravel how a missing-bride mystery turned into a criminal investigation.By Trish

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Digital Footprints: How Your Phone Can Convict You - True Crime 4:13

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Every tap, swipe, and text leaves a trail. Police call it “digital exhaust.” In this special extended episode of Text Me When You’re Dead, we take listeners inside three real-world cases to show exactly how phones, apps, and metadata solve crimes. From a hit-and-run driver caught through a fitness app, to a domestic abuser undone by deleted texts, …

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Ghosted Forever: The Dating App Predator Who Hunted in Plain Sight - True Crime 2:45

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Dating apps are supposed to bring people together — but what happens when someone uses them to hunt? In this Episode of Text Me When You’re Dead, we tell the story of Maya Brooks, a 26-year-old graduate student who matched with a charming stranger on a dating app. When she stopped replying, he began tracking her every move through the very apps mea…

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TMZ on the Rocks & Chicago on ICE | Ten Minutes of Truth EP 35 14:27

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In this episode of 10 Minutes of Truth with Barrett & Baxa, we dive into two explosive media stories: TMZ on the Rocks – Was TMZ caught cheering the death of Charlie Kirk? We break down the viral clip, the newsroom defense, and the citizen sleuth who exposed what was really going on. Chicago on ICE – Media outlets twist the story of an ICE agent dr…

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Murder by Emoji: When Playful Symbols Hide Deadly Threats - True Crime 3:20

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Emojis are supposed to be harmless tiny pictures of faces, hearts, and animals. But what if they’re used to hide deadly intentions? In this Episode of Text Me When You’re Dead, we tell the story of Kayla Nguyen, a 23-year-old barista who began receiving strange emoji-only messages from a secret admirer. She thought it was a joke until the messages …

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The Babysitter’s Final DM: An Instagram Story That Solved a Murder - True Crime 3:15

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On a warm July night, 19-year-old babysitter Sophie Carter posted a quick Instagram Story a blurry photo of the backyard with the caption: “weird car out front 😬.” Two hours later, she was dead. In this episode of Text Me When You’re Dead, we examine how a fleeting social media post became the key to identifying her killer. Through digital forensic…

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BTK’s Fatal Email: The Metadata That Unmasked a Serial Killer - True Crime 3:48

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For decades, the BTK killer “Bind, Torture, Kill” taunted Wichita authorities with letters describing his crimes. He vanished for years, then re-emerged in the early 2000s with a new question: could police trace him through a computer disk and email? He thought the answer was no. In this episode of Text Me When You’re Dead, we take you inside the c…

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The Last Text: How Three Words Solved a Murder - True Crime 3:32

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In the premiere of Text Me When You’re Dead, We investigates the chilling disappearance of 21-year-old college student Emily Parker. At 11:47 p.m. she sent a cryptic message to her roommate: “He’s here.” Thirty minutes later, her phone went dark — and so did the trail. This episode follows the digital breadcrumbs left behind: the final text, a hidd…

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You’re fired! Employers under pressure | Ten Minutes of Truth EP 35 12:54

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In this episode of 10 Minutes of Truth with Barrett and Baxa, the team digs into the wave of firings and corporate responses following the assassination of Charlie Kirk. From the Office Depot controversy in Michigan to backlash at the Minnesota restaurant CoV, the duo explores how companies are navigating politically charged incidents — and whether…

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Charlie Kirk Assassination: Media Spin, Firings & Fallout | 10 Minutes of Truth EP 34 9:35

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Barrett & Baxa kick off their newly rebranded podcast, 10 Minutes of Truth, with one of the most shocking story of the year — the assassination of Charlie Kirk. Steve and Bob bring their combined 50+ years of TV news experience to cut through the noise, exposing how media elites, pundits, and corporations reacted in real time. From MSNBC’s Matthew …

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35. Decades of Mystery: The Cold Cases of Two Idaho Women 44:11

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Join hosts Dani and Stephanie on The Lethal Library as they dive into the intricate true crime tales of Marilyn Hickey and Cheryle Barratt. These chilling cases, spanning Washington and Idaho, remained unsolved for decades until advancements in DNA technology and the perseverance of investigators brought justice. Listen in as the story unfolds—comp…

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E27 Murder, Mystery, and Mediums — Police Psychics 44:16

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Imagine the scene: There is no body to be found, and yet someone has gone missing. A loved one has disappeared and the longer they’re gone, the worse the imagined scenarios become. We’ve heard the stories, but do police actually seek out help from psychics? Or do psychics insert themselves into high-profile cases? Join your hosts Aratrice and Fae a…

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Murdering Free Speech: Charlie Kirk, Charlotte and the future | Media Schmedia EP 33 50:36

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A tragic day: we open with raw reactions to Charlie Kirk’s on-campus assassination in Utah—what happened, why words matter, and where the rhetoric goes next. Then we roll into our planned show: the Charlotte Blue Line stabbing and the fight over the withheld video, Trump/Chicago “surge” chatter, Don “Lamon” gets roasted, CBS’ policy move, Cuomo’s r…

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Mass Roundups, Mandates, and Media Mockery | Media Schmedia EP 32 41:58

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A cranky cold open turns into a real talk on growth, pace, and why we’re trimming episodes. Then: trucking = dating, immigration raid coverage then vs. now, the minimum wage debate, vaccine mandates vs. choice, and social platforms shadow-banning claims. We close with CNN’s firefighter/ICE confusion and a CBS/Kristi Noem edit dust-up—aka more Media…

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Alcoholism & Recovery | Reclaiming Life After Addiction w/ Jake Miller 44:36

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Alcohol is the most dangerous drug most of us normalize. Recovery is daily and relentless—but it’s how you get your life back. A candid mental health episode about what alcoholism really costs, losing your main coping skill to injury, life changes that isolate you, and what it takes to start over when this drug destroys your life. Content note: exp…

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AI, Lawsuits & Lies: Chatbots, Papa Snoop and The Rapid Response Choir | Media Schmedia EP 30 43:14

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Is AI out of control? We dive into the chilling lawsuit against OpenAI after a teen’s death, the awkward grandpa moment of Snoop Dogg vs. Disney. Plus: the Rapid Response Choir, European crime stats, free speech crackdowns, and yes—even “fat ankles.” Barrett & Baxa bring the laughs, the outrage, and the unfiltered Friday fire. This weeks it’s a dou…

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Pronouns, Motives & Media: Minneapolis Shooting, DC Crackdown, and Taylor’s Ring | Media Schmedia EP 29 41:41

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The media is tying itself in knots over how to describe the Minneapolis church-school shooter—and we’re breaking down the pronoun spin, motives, and headlines. We also look at the DC crime crackdown (and the planned Chicago rollout), including what mayors and morning shows are—very carefully—not saying out loud. Then: Gavin Newsom suddenly sounds “…

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Rebuilding After Trauma | Aftermath Of Domestic Abuse & Divorce w/ Kristi Morris 46:09

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Adulthood after childhood trauma: a suicide attempt, single motherhood (with four kids), domestic abuse, a devastating divorce, custody and court battles, and what actually helped. A candid mental health episode with trauma-recovery tools, boundaries, and co-parenting realities with an abusive ex-partner. Content note: suicidal thoughts/attempt; do…

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Cracker Barrel, Creepy Comey and the Newsom News | Media Schmedia EP 28 1:29:34

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Welcome back, PWLTOPS! Steve and Bob kick things off with a deep dive into the Cracker Barrel “rebrand,” and the trucker tragedy that mainstream media ignored. From MSNBC’s awkward new identity to Joy Reid rants, Jim Comey’s creepy Swiftie video, and Gavin Newsom’s endless promises to “solve homelessness,” the guys pull no punches. Add in Kamala’s …

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Trauma & Disassociation | Surviving Sexual Assault & Child Abuse w/ Kristi Morris 50:31

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In this episode, we delve into how sexual assault, childhood abuse, and early dissociation shape trust, identity, and coping mechanisms in trauma recovery—a survivor’s poignant story shared by Kristi Morris. Join us for a candid discussion on the importance of language and validation in healing, and learn how finding safety is essential in navigati…

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Could 2025 Be War-Free? Plus DC Crime and Monks for Trump | Media Schmedia EP 27 1:16:22

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In this episode of Barrett & Baxa | Media Shmedia, Steve and Bob cover everything from international politics to the absurdity of everyday life. Could the world actually be war-free by the end of 2025? The hosts debate Trump’s red-carpet diplomacy with Putin, the crackdown on DC crime, and why the media covers some stories while burying others. The…

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34. A Deadly Delay: The Rodgers Case Uncovered 1:13:54

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Dani and Stephanie dive into another wild true crime tale straight out of Boise, Idaho. In this episode, they talk about the troubling and grisly murder of Preston Murr in the summer of 1987. Dubbed the 'Chop Chop House,' this case is notorious for its disturbing details: dispatch blunders, dismembered remains, and a convicted killer who somehow be…

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Introducing So Your Parents Are Old 3:06

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Have you ever filled several dumpsters with your dead mom’s junk? Found yourself googling how irrevocable trusts work? Or... had to reconstruct your mafioso dad’s identity after he went on the lam - just to get him on Medicaid? Well, So Your Parents Are Old - and this is the show for you. Hosted by longtime journalist Vanessa Grigoriadis, who’s in …

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E26 Dancing with Death — How Jazz Funeral Parades Celebrate Life 26:40

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American funerary ceremonies are so boring. Have you ever wished there was a way to observe a loved one's passing that didn't involve quietly sobbing in an unfamiliar room with the same drab pipe organ songs playing to a chorus of wet sniffles? Well then join Aratrice and Fae as they discuss a death party that puts the fun in funeral: jazz funerals…

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Messin’ with Texas, Gutfeld and South Park | Media Schmedia EP 25 1:13:33

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This week on Barrett & Baxa | Media Schmedia, we’re naming our listeners (“PWLTOPS”) and naming names in the media hypocrisy game. From Kamala’s bizarre TikTok trend and Texas Democrats hiding in luxury suites, to MSNBC getting a taste of its own medicine, we call it like we see it. We unpack Glenn Kessler’s “it’s incompetence, not conspiracy” defe…

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Devil in Blue Genes, Macron’s Message and the Cincinnati Brawl | Media Schmedia EP 24 52:19

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Barrett & Baxa go cold and unscripted, diving into Candace Owens vs. Macron and the Cincinnati beatdown. Sydney Sweeney has triggered the outrage machine, and Kamala's book rollout is the weirdest thing she’s done yet. Also: Bob has some strong feelings about female cops—and Steve points out Bob’s strengths and weaknesses. Plus: Kaitlin Bennett ret…

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33. The Betrayal of Innocence: Jenkins and Ehrlick's Cruelty Unveiled 1:38:00

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Welcome to another gripping episode of The Lethal Library. Dani and Stephanie dive into the heartbreaking true crime case of 8-year-old Robert Manuel, who mysteriously disappeared from a Boise apartment complex on July 9th, 2009. In one of Idaho's largest search efforts, the community rallied together, only to uncover a darker story of abuse, negli…

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EXTRA! EXTRA! Bob Jordan: Session One | Media Schmedia EP 23 1:01:35

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Barrett & Baxa | MEDIA SCHMEDIA is proud to welcome legendary former Anchor, News Director and General Manager at TV stations like - WFTV, WPTV, WFTS, KCMT, KIRO, KING, KCBS, KSTP (catch your breath) and more. Join us for a wide-ranging interview about building powerhouse newsrooms, hiring iconic team players, how it went and how it's going. In thi…

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Masculinity, Feminism & Vulnerability | Understanding Men's Mental Health w/ Josh Guffey 3:28:43

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How men’s mental health, masculinity and feminism collide—suicide risk, real strengths, and why “toxic” isn’t the same as masculine. A candid episode about containers for emotion, respect, repair, and showing up like a grownup—at home, on dates, and with friends. Content note: explicit language; gender politics; sensitive topics. If you’re struggli…

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Epstein Won’t Die! Oh - nObama and He-He pronouns | Media Schmedia EP 22 1:00:58

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In this wildly packed episode of Barrett and Baxa - Media Shmedia, Steve and Bob identify as a singular podcast entity—pronouns “he-he”—and tackle everything from HVAC catastrophes to the decline of media credibility. They break down the enduring grip of Trumpism amid the Epstein document drama, discuss new allegations agains the Obama adminstratio…

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32. A Trail of Paranoia: The Untold Chaos of John Delling 1:08:50

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In this episode of The Lethal Library, Dani and Stephanie delve into the chilling case of John Delling. What starts as typical teenage misbehavior escalates into a paranoia-driven murder spree. From breaking windows and issuing threats to committing multiple murders, Delling's journey is a dark reminder of the dire consequences of untreated mental …

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Octavio Torres | Barrett & Baxa BONUS 38:27

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Octavio Torres is a professional videographer, editor and social media content creator. Torres has covered news in the southern US for more than 30 years, currently working as an investigative journalist for Cox Media Group’s ABC station in Orlando, Florida - WFTV. He’s also the creator of Tavo-TV and @TavoTravels on YouTube and other platforms. He…

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Epstein Islanders, MAGA’s Mad and Diabetes Barbie | Media Schmedia EP 21 1:14:07

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In this high-energy episode of Barrett & Baxa Media Shmedia, Steve and Bob dive into the chaos surrounding the still buried Epstein files, suggesting potential intelligence connections and deep-state cover-ups. They critique Pam Bondi’s evasive responses and Trump’s strange reluctance to address Epstein-related questions, raising MAGA world’s suspi…

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E25 The Deadly Red Lake That Turns Animals to Stone 32:52

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Some bodies of water are used for mysterious things we've heard of like "fun" and "relaxation," but some are far better at killing the crap out of local wildlife and even melting faces or making your corneas fall right off.* Yet one surprising animal has adapted remarkably well to a particularly harsh lake environment, and even breeds new life ther…

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Texas Flooding, ICE Attacks and the Woke Joke | Media Schmedia EP 20 1:00:25

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n this episode of the Barrett and Baxa Media Shmedia podcast, hosts Steve and Bob discuss a range of topics including personal highs and lows, the recent Texas flooding and its media coverage, the politicization of disasters, reactions on social media, transgender issues in sports, cultural appropriation, and the evolving meaning of 'woke'. The Tex…

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The Road to the B&B 57:46

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Steve and Bob sit down on our nations birthday to discuss how it all came to this point. Find out what happened before the dynamic duo fell from the sky into podcast infamy Email: [email protected] Web: BARRETTandBAXA.com X: x.com/barrettandbaxa Facebook: facebook.com/@barrettandbaxa TikTok: tiktok.com/@barrettandbaxa YouTube: YouTube.com/@b…