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On the Horizon will be a spinoff of WTR's Small-Cap Spotlight focusing exclusively on our Horizons client as well as other micro- and nano-cap companies.
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RetinUp is a podcast exploring the latest in retina science and ophthalmology. Hosted by John Kitchens, MD, and Scott Krzywonos, each episode features expert insights, research breakthroughs, and practical discussions designed for ophthalmologists, retina specialists, and vision science researchers.
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Healthcare Supply Chain Radio is brought to you by The Journal of Healthcare Contracting. Join us each week as Publisher John Pritchard is joined by a thought leader from the US Healthcare Supply Chain. Healthcare Supply Chain Radio will explore progressive tactics, models and collaborations seen in today's Healthcare Supply Chain. You can expect to hear from leaders from our nation's most progressive IDNs, Hospitals, GPOs, Distributors and Regional Collaboratives. The stakes have never been ...
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Social Security & Disability: The Approval Path offers expert guidance for navigating disability benefits. Hosted by attorney Deborah Spector of Spector & Lens, the podcast tackles SSDI, SSI, DAC, appeals, and more, helping individuals and families understand how to apply, qualify, and advocate for their rights in a complex system.
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I mostly talk about the politics of Ireland, the northern bit in which I live and beyond. I cover international stories from an anti imperialist stance. I advocate for a New Ireland united and free. I also like to talk a bit about culture, I play in a band called The Bonnevilles and have toured our beautiful planet and in that touring have met and seen many wonderful things which I like to share. Patreon https://www.patreon.com/politicscultureandsomeothershit
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CMR Institute offers training that connects sales teams with their customers. We help pharmaceutical, medical device & diagnostic, and other life science professionals maximize market access, connect effectively with decision makers, and demonstrate the value of their products and services. These life science companies benefit from our extensive blended learning library which brings training alive when onboarding new hires, launching new products, developing leaders, meeting the need for con ...
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Retirement can be a tricky affair these days for many. It may be even trickier for Federal and Postal employees. According to Elizabeth Inman, ChFEBC, a nationally recognized Federal Benefits Educator, Author, Speaker, and Federal Retirement Specialist, who retired from the USPS with over 23 years of Federal service, "Without a proper understanding of the options and the landmines, it’s easy to make some well-meaning yet costly mistakes when you retire as a Federal or Postal employee. These ...
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Inside Cencora GPO: How GPOs Leverage Scale to Help Retina Practices Thrive, ft. Shane Dixon
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29:34Hosts: John Kitchens, MD Scott Krzywonos Guest: Shane Dixon, Vice President of Vision, Strategic Advancement & Business Development, Cencora Specialty GPO Show Summary: In this episode, John and Scott continue their coverage of the Cencora Vision Exchange meeting with an in-depth conversation about the economic, policy, and operational forces resha…
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Searching For Sarah MacDiarmid - Episode 1
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1:09:11With Casefile on a short break, we thought this would be a great time to shine a light on some of the shows that may have flown under the radar for many of you. These are shows we've put our hearts into and are really proud of. Today, we’re sharing another one of those shows — Searching for Sarah MacDiarmid. On 11 July 1990, 23-year-old Sarah MacDi…
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From Powersports to Fintech: Inside Sparta Commercial’s Agoge Pivot
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30:54In this WTR Small-Cap Spotlight, host Tim Gerdeman and WTR’s James Kisner sit down with Sparta Commercial Services (OTCQB: SRCO) CEO Tony Havens and WeDev Group CEO Eduardo Filho to unpack Sparta’s pivot from powersports/municipal leasing into fintech and private credit. The conversation centers on Agoge, a trade-finance platform that automates onb…
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Energous (WATT) - From Cables to Power-Over-the-Air: Building Wireless Power Networks for Ambient IoT
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14:06In this episode of WTR Small-Cap Spotlight, (Vice Chair, Co-Founder & CMO, Water Tower Research) and WTR’s James Kisner speak with Giampaolo Marino, Senior Vice President of Strategy & Business Development at Energous (NASDAQ: WATT), about ambient-IoT wireless power networks, battery-free sensors, and enterprise adoption. Listen on Apple Podcasts, …
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Alpha Modus (AMOD) - Aiming to be the Backbone of AI-driven Retail Intelligence
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20:50In this episode of the WTR Small-Cap Spotlight podcast, Bill Alessi, Founder & CEO and Chris Chumas, Chief Strategy Officer, of Alpha Modus Corp (NASDAQ: AMOD), discusses how the company is transforming in-store retail through its patented AI-driven technology ecosystem designed to enhance real-time shopper engagement and monetization. The conversa…
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The Vanishing of Vivienne Cameron - Episode 1
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40:40With Casefile on a short break, we thought this would be a great time to shine a light on some of the shows that may have flown under the radar for many of you. These are shows we've put our hearts into and are really proud of. Today, we’re sharing another one of those shows — The Vanishing of Vivienne Cameron. Back in 2018, we covered this case as…
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Proving Invisible Disabilities: How to Document Pain, Fatigue, and Mental Health Conditions
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21:26Episode Summary: In this empowering episode, Deborah Spector tackles “invisible” conditions like chronic pain, headaches, and mental health disorders. The discussion covers medically determinable impairments, consistency rules, journaling strategies, and building credibility through candid, corroborated evidence. Key Timestamps: 00:01 - Show Introd…
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How Cencora and Besse Medical Help Retina Specialists Thrive, ft. Eric Besse, VP at Besse Medical
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30:39Hosts: John Kitchens, MD; Scott Krzywonos Guest: Eric Besse, Vice President & General Manager, Besse Medical (a Cencora company) Show Summary: In this episode, Scott and John return from the Cencora Vision Exchange meeting in Dallas and sit down with Eric Besse, VP and General Manager of Besse Medical, to unpack the unseen infrastructure that keeps…
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Direct from Lurgan County Armagh Ireland and from that perspective its become increasingly obvious to all that the US is an occupied country and its causing a split in the MAGA movement. I look into it a bit here and here voices from the American right who are finding themselves under attack for wanting to put "America First". People like Dave Smit…
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With Casefile on a short break, we thought this would be a great time to shine a light on some of the shows that may have flown under the radar for many of you. These are shows we've put our hearts into and are really proud of. Today, we’re sharing another one of those shows, The Detective’s Dilemma, which is narrated by me. The Detective’s Dilemma…
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Consultative Exams: What to Expect and How to Prepare
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17:37Episode Summary: In this practical episode, Deborah Spector demystifies Social Security's consultative exams (CEs)—why they're ordered, how to prepare, and post-exam steps. The discussion covers candor, documentation, report review, and leveraging CE findings alongside treating physician records. Key Timestamps: 00:01 - Show Introduction 00:30 - Gu…
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A blistering 60-minute takedown of Spotify’s 2025 death spiral: Daniel Ek’s €600M war-drone investment, AI ghost artists siphoning royalties, and £0.003-per-stream poverty pay. From Deerhoof’s exit to your one-click switch to Bandcamp or Qobuz. If your playlist funds genocide, delete the app. #BoycottSpotify #StreamFair…
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With Casefile on a short break, we thought this would be a great time to shine a light on some of the shows that may have flown under the radar for many of you. These are shows we've put our hearts into and are really proud of. Today, we’re sharing another one of those shows - Matty. Matty was originally released in 2022 as a Spotify exclusive, mea…
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Episode 3: Shutdown’s Effects on FDA ft. Alec Gaffney from POLITICO | Plus, PRIMA Implant + GLP-1 Data Dump
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40:06RetinUp – Episode 3: Shutdown’s Effects on FDA ft. Alec Gaffney from POLITICO | Plus, PRIMA Implant + GLP-1 Data Dump Hosts: John Kitchens, MD Scott Krzywonos Guest: Alexander Gaffney, VP of Regulatory Policy & Intelligence, Agency IQ / POLITICO Show Summary: In this episode, Scott calls in from the Outer Banks to discuss two major clinical headlin…
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Message to Casefile Listeners (End of 2025 Season)
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2:13Thank you to each of you for listening and supporting the show for all these years. Have a happy and healthy holiday season. Casefile will return in 2026 with new episodes and extra content for the 10th anniversary! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Hosts: Scott Krzywonos John Kitchens, MD Show Summary: In this episode, Scott and John pick up where they left off — talking about the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) meeting and how innovation is reshaping the field. They explore their favorite AAO host cities, the atmosphere of this year’s meeting, and the under-the-radar conversations sh…
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When 18-year-old Tyler Clementi began his freshman year at Rutgers University in 2010, he was eager to embrace his newfound independence. Before the semester began, Tyler applied for campus housing and was randomly assigned a roommate – another 18-year-old freshman named Dharun Ravi. But within weeks of moving in, their lives would become the focus…
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Welcome to RetinUp: AAO recap and interview with Cedric Francois
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43:21In the debut episode of RetinUp, Drs. Scott Krzywonos and John Kitchens introduce their vision for the show—unfiltered conversations between retina specialists that capture the hallway and after-hours discussions rarely heard on stage. They kick off by recapping highlights from the AAO Annual Meeting, including the first-ever full eye transplant, u…
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Hosts: John Kitchens, MD & Scott Krzywonos Duration: 2:15 Episode Summary Welcome to RetinUp—the podcast where retina science meets real-world insight. Hosted by Dr. John Kitchens and Scott Krzywonos, RetinUp brings together leading voices in ophthalmology to explore new data, breakthrough research, and the stories behind the science shaping the fu…
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*** Content warnings: Child sexual abuse, grooming, domestic violence *** In the early morning hours of Tuesday, March 19 1985, police were summoned to a shocking scene at an ordinary suburban home in Garden Grove, California. 23-year-old wife and mother Linda Brown had been shot twice and killed. The culprit was her 14-year-old stepdaughter, Cinna…
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Case 334: Nicole Meyer, Dassi Erlich & Elly Sapper
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1:13:43*** Content warnings: Child sexual abuse, sexual assault, self-harm *** When renowned teacher Malka Leifer joined the staff at Adass Israel School in the Melbourne suburb of Elsternwick, she was welcomed by the entire community. For the girls who attended the ultra-Orthodox Jewish school, Mrs Leifer’s warm, outgoing and friendly personality made he…
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Do You Owe Taxes on Your Disability Benefits?
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16:30Episode Summary In this episode, Deborah Spector, lead attorney at Spector & Lenz, breaks down how Social Security Disability (SSDI), Supplemental Security Income (SSI), long-term disability, and workers’ compensation benefits are taxed. She explains the key income thresholds, what makes SSDI taxable, and why SSI usually isn’t. Deborah also shares …
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On the evening of Sunday, August 22 1982, a Cessna C150 disappeared during a flight to Vancouver, Canada. On board were 19-year-old pilot Jerry Ambrozuk and his 18-year-old passenger, Dianne Babcock. As fears of a crash prompted an urgent search, a close friend of the couple received a mysterious phone call… --- Narration – Anonymous Host Research …
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Long-Term Disability Benefits, Workers’ Comp, and Social Security: How to Coordinate Them Without Losing Money
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21:39Episode Summary: In this episode, Deborah Spector breaks down the complex world of long term disability, workers compensation, and Social Security disability. She explains how these programs interact, what to watch out for, and how to avoid unexpected reductions or repayment demands. What You Will Learn in This Episode: The difference between Socia…
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In November 1999, Bruce Miller, a scrapyard owner in Michigan, was found murdered in what looked like a robbery gone wrong. After three months with no solid leads, investigators feared the case would go cold. But hundreds of miles away in Missouri, the suicide of former detective Jerry Cassaday led to the discovery of a mysterious briefcase – one t…
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GPO & WEP Repeal Explained: Social Security Fairness Act and What It Means for Public Employees
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17:19Episode Summary: In this episode of Social Security & Disability: The Approval Path, lead attorney and managing partner Deborah Spector discusses the repeal of the Government Pension Offset (GPO) and the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP). These provisions previously reduced Social Security benefits for many public employees, including teachers, …
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In 2010, a user known as Girl Meat Hunter joined The Fetish Network, a website where people with extreme sexual fetishes could connect and interact. On their profile, Girl Meat Hunter described their interests as the “easy A.B.C” – Abduction, Bondage, and Cannibalism. What was only meant to be an online safe space for creative roleplay soon took a …
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Workers’ Compensation and Social Security: How They Work Together (and Sometimes Don’t)
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18:10Episode Summary: In this episode of Social Security & Disability: The Approval Path, lead attorney and managing partner Deborah Spector talks about how workers’ compensation and Social Security Disability benefits interact. With more than 40 years of experience, Deborah explains the differences between the two programs, the potential for benefit of…
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*** Content warnings: Animal cruelty *** After respected dermatologist Dr David Birkett was found bludgeoned to death in his Middlesbrough home, police struggled to uncover a motive or identify a suspect for what appeared to be a targeted attack. As the months passed by with no arrests, it began to look like the assailant had succeeded in his plan …
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*** Content warnings: Domestic violence, child sexual abuse, sexual assault, animal cruelty*** In mid-1989, in the small New South Wales Town of Taree, local residents and law enforcement alike began investigating a woman named Roseanne Catt. There were allegations that Roseanne was a violent and cruel woman, intent on killing her husband: it was r…
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Upgrading Eyewear: Innovative Eyewear’s Vision for Smart Glasses and AI Integration
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41:10In this episode of WTR On The Horizon, Harrison Gross, CEO & Co-Founder of Innovative Eyewear (NASDAQ: LUCY) sits down with host Joe Brunetto to dive into how Innovative Eyewear is redefining what glasses can do—integrating AI, expanding global distribution, partnering with major lifestyle brands, and driving rapid revenue growth. From Lucyd Armor …
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*** Content warnings: Sexual assault *** 23-year-old Welsh backpacker Kirsty Jones had her whole life ahead of her when she set out for a two-year trip across Asia, Australia and South America. Tragically, that trip was cut short just two months in when Kirsty was found strangled to death in her room at The Aree Guesthouse in Chiang Mai, Thailand. …
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Case 327: Rodrigo Rosenberg Marzano
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1:31:02*** Content warnings: Gun violence *** Early on the morning of Sunday, May 10 2009, corporate attorney Rodrigo Rosenberg Marzano left home to take a bike ride around his neighbourhood in Guatemala City. Within minutes, he’d been shot dead. Rodrigo’s friends and family were left reeling by the violent murder, but their shock would only increase when…
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*** Content warnings: Child victim *** When doting mother Leanna Harris arrived to pick up her 22-month-old son Cooper Harris from daycare in Atlanta, Georgia, on June 18 2014, she was shocked to find that Cooper wasn’t there. She soon discovered that her husband, Ross Harris, had made a fatal mistake, leaving Cooper to die in the backseat of his h…
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How to Strengthen Your Disability Claim with Medical Evidence"
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17:55Episode Summary: In this episode, experienced Social Security Disability attorney Deborah Susan Spector walks listeners through what really happens during a disability hearing before an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ). Deborah explains how judges evaluate medical evidence, weigh credibility, and consider vocational expert testimony when deciding cas…
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GPO Plus (GPOX): Scaling a $50B Niche in Convenience Store Distribution
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45:07In this episode of WTR On The Horizon, host Joe Brunetto sits down with Brett Pojunis, Chairman and CEO of GPO Plus (GPOX), to explore how the company is transforming the highly fragmented gas station and convenience store distribution market. Brett shares GPOX’s journey from refining its direct store distribution (DSD) model to launching new sales…
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What to Do If Your Social Security Disability Claim Is Denied
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23:18Episode Summary: In this episode, veteran Social Security Disability attorney Deborah Susan Spector talks about one of the most pivotal moments in the disability process—the administrative law judge hearing. Deborah explains what happens during the hearing, the role of the judge and vocational expert, and how medical records, testimony, and work hi…
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23-year-old Jeff Gilham showed up on his neighbours’ doorstep in the early morning hours of August 28 1993, with a shocking claim. His older brother Christopher Gilham had just killed their parents, Stephen and Helen, and set their bodies on fire. In return, Jeff had stabbed Christopher to death. The tragic news left residents of the Sydney suburb …
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*** Content warnings: Terrorism, gun violence *** In late 2015, a young pizza delivery man named Khalil Abu Rayyan from Dearborn Heights, Michigan, met and fell in love with a woman he met online. Jannah Bride had approached Khalil via the social media platform Twitter, and the two soon became close. Over the course of several months, Khalil would …
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Am I Eligible for Social Security Disability Benefits?
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20:34Episode Summary: In this educational episode, attorney Deborah Susan Spector of Spector & Lenz breaks down the eligibility requirements for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Deborah outlines the five-step evaluation used by the government, clarifies misconceptions about age, work history, and mental…
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*** Content warnings: Sexual assault, child abuse, child sexual abuse *** On Thursday, October 10 2013, passersby noticed a distraught-looking teenage girl, crying and shivering outside of Dublin’s General Post Office building. When police officers approached the girl, she either couldn’t, or wouldn’t, talk. The mystery teenager – soon dubbed the G…
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What’s the Difference Between SSI, SSDI, DAC, Medicare, and Medicaid?
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23:58Episode Summary: In the debut episode of Social Security & Disability: The Approval Path, with attorney Deborah Spector, managing partner of Spector & Lens, to break down the complex world of disability benefits. With over 40 years of legal experience, Deborah explains the difference between SSI, SSDI, DAC, Medicare, and Medicaid, cutting through g…
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The Trump administration has opened a facility called "Alligator Alcatraz". No thats not a joke, how colonilaism is rooted and depends upon racism and an update about The Bonnevilles new album.
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[Part 2 of 2] *** Content Warning: child victims, child sexual assault, child abuse*** As the search into the disappearance of three-year-old William Tyrrell reaches its third fruitless year, the investigation takes turn after turn until a coronial inquest is eventually called. The inquest aims to figure out what happened to William once and for al…
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[Part 1 of 2] *** Content Warning: child victims, child sexual assault *** It was a peaceful morning on Friday, September 12 2014, as three-year-old William Tyrrell played happily in the backyard of his grandmother’s home in the small New South Wales town of Kendall. One minute, William roared like a tiger, posing for a photo in his favourite Spide…
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With Casefile on a short break, we thought this would be a great time to shine a light on some of the shows that may have flown under the radar for many of you. These are shows we've put our hearts into and are really proud of. Today, we’re showcasing Troubled Waters – a powerful, deeply moving series that brings Louisa Ioannidis’s life and the una…
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We're excited to launch On The Horizon, a new podcast initiative under the "Horizons" platform at Water Tower Research. This series offers candid, short-form conversations with leadership teams from emerging microcap and nanocap companies, giving investors a unique window into their strategy, growth opportunities, and market positioning. Each episo…
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