Best Michael Rocha Podcasts (2025)

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California Man Murders Wife in Front of Their Children, Dies in Shootout | Michael Rocha 7:27

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6d ago7:27

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Police were called to a home in Reedley, California, where Yesennia Rocha had been shot by her husband, Michael Rocha right in front of their adult children and family members. What followed was a day-long manhunt and a deadly shootout with deputies that left two parents gone within 24 hours and their children trying to make sense of a life shatter…

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Florida Man Admits He “Decided to Kill” Roommate Over Vodka Bottle | George Henry Balboni 5:05

2d ago5:05

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Deputies responded to a “disturbance” in Key Largo where they found a man, George Henry Balboni, bleeding on the ground with arrows scattered around his body. This case raises one question: when does a roommate dispute turn into an attempted execution? Listen now to this Florida Man Friday. ************************************** Do you have thought…

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Real Talk: You're Allowed to Breathe This Week 15:24

5h ago15:24

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This Christmas, give yourself the gift of rest and reflection. In this episode, I'll share a gentle reminder to give yourself permission to rest and reconnect with what matters most. Hit play and let this be your permission slip to unplug, breathe, and look up. Key takeaways to listen for A reality check on real estate hustle culture and the fear o…

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AVATAR 3 Review, Marvel Gets Desperate, Geeky Things to Watch at Christmas 1:22:16

3d ago1:22:16

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On this special CHRISTMAS EVE episode of THE GEEK BUDDIES, John Rocha and Michael Vogel talk all the stories around Avengers Doomsday and the rumored new trailers and if the lukewarm response to the Steve Rogers trailer makes them desperate. They also talk their Avatar 3 spoiler review, compare the IMAX vs regular trailers for The Odyssey and give …

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He Shot Her, Burned the Car, and Threw Her in a River; Crime of Passion or Calculated Murder? | Michael Owens 10:18

4d ago10:18

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Firefighters responded to a burning car on a quiet Mississippi road just after sunrise. By the time the flames died down, there was nothing left but a blackened shell and no sign of the woman who owned it. Hours later, 36-year-old Ebony Owens was reported missing after she didn’t show up for work. What started as a welfare check quickly turned into…

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Avengers Doomsday Trailer Gets Mixed Reactions, Sadie Sink is Jean Grey Now? 1:50:29

7d ago1:50:29

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On this episode of THE GEEK BUDDIES LIVE, John Rocha and Shannon McClung talk the mixed reception to the Avengers: Doomsday trailer officially dropping in theaters, the leaked Spider-Man: Brand New Day trailer which hints that Sadie Sink is playing Jean Grey, James Cameron saying he's going to do another Terminator movie, our Pluribus Ep 8 Review, …

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“I Will Find a Way to Kill You” Man Accused of Trying to Drown Fiancée | Drew Williams 7:50

9d ago7:50

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A 911 call came in from a Florida motel pool reporting a possible drowning — but the man on scene said no one had drowned… and couldn’t explain where his fiancée was. What police uncovered next involved infidelity, threats, a sudden breakup, and a woman found soaked, shaking, and pointing straight at the man she said tried to kill her. This is the …

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Squatter Solutions & The Power of Real Estate on TV with Suzanne Rocha 22:51

7d ago22:51

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Behind closed doors, real estate isn't always what it seems. Leigh sits down with TV expert Suzanne Rocha in an in-depth conversation about how media exposure has shaped her dynamic real estate career. Listen in for real stories, smart strategies, and the kind of conversation you'll definitely remember. Key takeaways to listen for Why some sellers …

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“I Don’t Know If He’s Alive” Wife Drives Over Husband During Fight | Dara Masterson 8:24

11d ago8:24

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A frantic 911 call… a husband on the ground… and a wife screaming that she “did not mean to run over him.” Just after 7:30 p.m. in Lavaca, Arkansas, Clayton Masterson was found crushed beneath a van while his estranged wife, Dara Masterson, begged dispatchers to help him. What started as a routine pickup ended in a scene investigators are still try…

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James Gunn Denies Brainiac Casting, Welcome to Derry 1x8 Review 1:02:43

11d ago1:02:43

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On this episode of THE GEEK BUDDIES, John Rocha, Michael Vogel and Shannon McClung talk the trailers for Steven Spielberg's Disclosure Day and Stranger Things S5 V2, James Gunn denying all the Brainiac Casting rumors, Avengers" Doomsday leaked trailer discussion, their tribute to Rob Reiner and their Spoiler Review for IT: Welcome to Derry Ep 8! Re…

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“Cool! How Deep?” A Welfare Check Turned into a Double Homicide Investigation | Mary and JR Crocker 17:06

13d ago17:06

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It started with a welfare check. Deputies went out to a rural Georgia property looking for a 14-year-old girl named Mary Crocker… and instead uncovered a nightmare buried in the backyard. Mary wasn’t the only child missing. Her brother, Elwyn “JR” Crocker Jr., had vanished too, and neither child had ever been reported missing. This is one of the mo…

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Brad Pitt in The Batman Part 2, Supergirl and Street Fighter Trailers Reactions 1:13:00

15d ago1:13:00

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On this episode of THE GEEK BUDDIES, John Rocha, Michael Vogel and Shannon McClung talk the trailers for Supergirl, Street Fighter, Lanterns and Avatar S2, the rumor that Brad Pitt is in The Batman Part 2, Disney's $1B deal with OpenAI, Jennifer Lawrence and Josh Hutcherson returning for Hunger Games sequel and more! Remember to Like and Share this…

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Florida Neglect Case Leaves One Dog Dead and One Barely Alive | Guadalupe Garcia Jr. 7:40

16d ago7:40

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A neighbor in Immokalee, Florida made a desperate call after spotting two dogs trapped in a roofless backyard pen — one already dead, the other barely hanging on in the heat. What deputies found behind that fence set off an entire criminal investigation. This is the case of Ally and Blackie — and animal neglect that turned fatal. ******************…

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The Silent Data War in Real Estate and How Agents Can Win with Robert Arauco 31:03

14d ago31:03

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Zillow says you're their client, but did you ever agree to that? In today's episode, Robert Arauco pulls back the curtain on how real estate data is being sliced, sold, repackaged, and leveraged against both consumers and REALTORS®. He and Leigh dig into what agents must understand about the new data battlefield, how to protect your clients' privac…

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Arizona Man FaceTimed His Ex Next to His Murdered Girlfriend’s Body | Taton Dorfman 8:08

18d ago8:08

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A late-night welfare check in Marana, Arizona turned into something far darker when police were shown screenshots no one could explain, 29-year-old Taton Dorfman, lying in bed next to his girlfriend, 30-year-old Hannah Rogers, covered in blood and saying, “I killed her.” What started as a FaceTime call spiraled into a confession, a standoff, and a …

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“I Thought the Gun Was Empty” Las Vegas Woman Charged in Boyfriend’s Shooting | Allysandra Blea 15:05

20d ago15:05

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On Nassau Drive in Las Vegas, 23-year-old Mark Gaughan lay dying on the sidewalk with a gunshot wound to the neck while his 20-year-old girlfriend, Allysandra Blea, told 911 it was all just an accident during a late-night “photoshoot” with a friend’s gun. But when detectives pulled her messages, search history, and photos that story started to look…

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Netflix Buys WB! What's Next for DC?, Who Will ScarJo Play in The Batman 2? 1:26:34

22d ago1:26:34

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On this episode of THE GEEK BUDDIES, John Rocha and Michael Vogel talk the big news that Netflix is buying WB and what it means for DC and their other IP. Plus, they speculate who ScarJo is playing in The Batman Part 2, give their thoughts on Captain America's rumored team in Avengers: Doomsday, Vin Diesel writing and starring in Rock 'Em, Sock 'Em…

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Florida Mother's Ex Turns Argument into 7-year-old Being Shot | Sammie Underwood 7:41

23d ago7:41

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A late-night meetup in Panama City, Florida turned into a high-speed chase with a terrified mother realizing her 7-year-old son had been shot in the back. At the center of it all was Sammie Underwood III, an angry ex who wouldn't see reason. And when deputies went looking for him, the story only got darker. This is the Florida case of Sammie Underw…

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AI Will Never Replace a Great Negotiator with Tim Burrell 30:38

21d ago30:38

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Strong negotiation is still a human game, even in an AI-powered world. In this episode, Tim Burrell breaks down how the rise of digital communication and artificial intelligence is reshaping real estate negotiation, for better and worse. From smart prompts to smarter relationships, he explains why tech can boost your prep, but only empathy and emot…

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Paramount to Demote James Gunn if They Buy WB? Stranger Things S5 Eps 1-4 Review 1:13:14

24d ago1:13:14

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On this episode of THE GEEK BUDDIES, John Rocha, Michael Vogel and Shannon McClung talk the Puck News report that James Gunn might be demoted if Paramount acquires WB and the report that 'Supergirl' cost $200M. They also spoiler review IT: Welcome to Derry Episode 6 and review STRANGER THINGS S5 Eps 1-4 and more! Remember to Like and Share this epi…

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“I Sold Him in a Parking Lot” Mother Placed on FBI's Ten Most Wanted List | Cindy Singh 15:39

25d ago15:39

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A welfare check in Everman, Texas should’ve been simple, until officers learned six-year-old Noel Rodriguez-Alvarez hadn’t been seen in months. His mother, Cindy Rodriguez Singh, gave multiple stories about where the boy was, but was any of it true? What followed was a flight out of the country, cadaver dog alerts, a demolished patio, and a mother …

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Man Sentenced to Life for Shooting Ex-Girlfriend as She Tried to Escape | Michael Dutkiewicz 15:41

27d ago15:41

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Late one night in West Conshohocken, neighbors woke to screams and gunfire, and a young woman, 25-year-old Alyssa Rose Wiest, running for her life from her boyfriend, Michael Dutkiewicz. Alyssa’s case is one of the most chilling examples of relationship violence we’ve covered, and the evidence that came out at trial is the kind that stays with you.…

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“He Killed Everyone” Florida 5-Year-Old Escapes Massacre Covered in Blood | Christopher Bobby Rowell 8:05

30d ago8:05

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A five-year-old girl showed up at a neighbor’s door in Hilliard, Florida covered in blood splatter, shaking, and begging for help. She told them the man inside her house “had killed others.” Moments later, deputies walked into one of the most disturbing murder-suicides Nassau County has ever seen. What pushed this quiet family home into a scene of …

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Housing Truths They Don't Want You Asking About 25:22

29d ago25:22

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Leigh Brown pulls back the curtain on the headlines shaping America's housing crisis. From 50-year mortgages and exploding insurance costs to hedge funds, foreign land ownership, and eroding property rights, she breaks down what's really driving prices and why "solutions" from banks and politicians might be making things worse. If you're serious ab…

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Parents Accused of Staging Scene After Little Girl Found Beaten and Unresponsive | Nicholas Loving 16:08

1M ago16:08

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First responders were called to a Cold Springs home for a little girl “not breathing”… but what they found didn’t look anything like a medical emergency. Five-year-old Izabella was cold to the touch, lying beside a bare mattress, her small body covered in bruises no child earns by accident. As detectives moved through the house, the truth surfaced …

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ScarJo To Lead New Exorcist Movie, Welcome to Derry 1x5, Pluribus 1x4 Reviews 59:44

1M ago59:44

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The Geek Buddies - Scarlett Johansson's Exorcist, IT: Welcome to Derry Ep 5 & Pluribus Ep 4 Join us as we dive into the exciting news of Scarlett Johansson leading Mike Flanagan's new Exorcist film! We break down what this casting means for the horror franchise and share our thoughts on Flanagan's vision for the project. Then we're getting into SPO…

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WICKED: FOR GOOD Spoiler Review | Universal Pictures | Ariana Grande 1:12:53

1M ago1:12:53

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SPOILERS AHEAD! 🧹✨ John Rocha and Michael Vogel dive deep into Jon M. Chu's WICKED: FOR GOOD in this full spoiler breakdown! We're discussing everything from Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo's powerhouse performances to Jonathan Bailey's scene-stealing moments, plus Jeff Goldblum and Michelle Yeoh's roles in bringing Oz to life. In this review, we b…

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How a “Hunting Accident” Exposed a Million-Dollar Murder Plot | Larry Rudolph 44:51

1M ago44:51

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A single gunshot inside a hunting cabin in Zambia, and a wealthy dentist claiming his wife accidentally shot herself while packing a rifle. But the details around Bianca Rudolph’s death didn’t add up. Not the wound, not the timing, and definitely not what investigators uncovered about Larry Rudolph’s double life waiting back home. Soon, a so-called…

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Tobey Maguire is Doomsday's Spider-Man, TMNT Getting Live Action Reboot at Paramount 1:02:54

1M ago1:02:54

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On this episode of THE GEEK BUDDIES, John Rocha and Michael Vogel talk Tobey Maguire returning as Spider-Man in Avengers: Doomsday, Paramount rebooting a new live action Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Wicked for Good blowing up at the box office, the trailers for Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping, Hoppers and Project Hail Mary and Rian Johnson's …

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How Two Florida Child Abuse Cases Took Opposite Turns: Prison for One, Nothing for the Other 20:23

1M ago20:23

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Two Florida cases, two sets of parents, and two stories that should’ve never been allowed to happen in the first place. In the first case, six-year-old Anthony Rouse is found unresponsive in a bathtub. His parents claim he drowned… but the truth came out in text messages, a dog cage, and a sibling’s terrified confession. The second case takes anoth…

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The REALTOR® Who Refused to Quit: Michael Zinskie's Story 35:07

1M ago35:07

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After facing a life-altering health crisis, Michael Zinskie found himself starting over, personally and professionally. With raw honesty and a touch of humor, he shares how vulnerability, community, and sheer persistence helped him rebuild both his confidence and his business. Tune in for a conversation that might just shift how you think about suc…

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Wonder Woman To Debut in Man of Tomorrow? WELCOME TO DERRY Ep 4 Review 1:06:58

1M ago1:06:58

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On this episode of THE GEEK BUDDIES, John Rocha, Michael Vogel and Shannon McClung talk the news that James Gunn might be looking to cast Wonder Woman in Man of Tomorrow...or is it Big Barda?! Also, updates on Dr. Fate and the Wonder Twins. PLUS, the guys talk the MOANA teaser trailer, Spoiler Review WELCOME TO DERRY Ep. 4 and their review of Apple…

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Teen Keeps Murder Victim’s Head in His Closet, Then Tells Cops It Was “Easier Than Expected” | Brian Cohee 36:23

1M ago36:23

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A mother goes to clean her son’s closet… and instead finds two bags so heavy, so wrong that she can’t bring herself to open the second layer. Minutes later, police arrive—and 19-year-old Brian Cohee calmly tells them exactly what they’re about to find. A human head and human hands. And the name of the man they belonged to: Warren Barnes, a beloved …

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The Silent Trap of 50-Year Fixed Mortgages 7:31

1M ago7:31

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Is a 50-year mortgage really a step toward affordable housing or just a longer path to debt? In this rapid-fire solo episode, I'll break down why this proposed fix might cause more harm than good. Hit play to rethink what "affordable" really means. Key takeaways to listen for Why 50-year mortgages are more about appearances than true affordability …

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BRAINIAC Is Coming! Doctor Doom Updates! Is Kylo Ren Returning to Star Wars? 1:04:29

1M ago1:04:29

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On this episode of THE GEEK BUDDIES, John Rocha and Shannon McClung talk the big news that Brainiac will be the villain in SUPERMAN MAN OF TOMORROW and speculate who might play Brainiac. We also talk the rumors that there will be many Doctor Dooms (male and female) in AVENGERS: DOOMSDAY, will Lucasfilm bend to the fans and make a The Return of Ben …

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Florida Grandmother Found Guilty in Murder-for-Hire Plot Against Her Son-in-Law | Donna Adelson 14:56

1M ago14:56

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A respected law professor. A bitter custody battle. And a murder that took more than a decade to fully unravel. When Dan Markel was gunned down in his Tallahassee driveway in 2014, investigators uncovered a murder-for-hire plot tied to his ex-wife’s family, the Adelsons. Now, after years of wiretaps, arrests, and courtroom chaos, the matriarch hers…

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The Conversation REALTORS® Aren't Allowed to Have, But Must | With Leigh Brown & Notorious ROB 1:06:20

1M ago1:06:20

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What happens when two of real estate's most outspoken truth-tellers stop tiptoeing and start saying the quiet part out loud? Buckle up. Leigh Brown and Rob Hahn dive into the conversations the industry avoids—crime, public safety, fair housing realities, failing cities, the MLS shake-up, and what it really means to be a REALTOR® in a post-settlemen…

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DC Greenlights Jimmy Olsen Series, Welcome to Derry 1x3 and Pluribus Reviews 1:14:14

2M ago1:14:14

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On this episode of THE GEEK BUDDIES, John Rocha and Michael Vogel talk DC greenlighting a Jimmy Olsen TV show and a V for Vendetta series. They also talk the Toy Story 5 Teaser Trailer, some Roger Rabbit news and SPOILER REVIEW It: Welcome to Derry Episode 3 and Apple TV's Pluribus Episodes 1 and 2. Remember to Like and Share this episode on your s…

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One Mother Leaves Son with Abusive Boyfriend — Another Falls Asleep in Tub with Her Baby 8:09

2M ago8:09

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A three-year-old boy is rushed to Norton Children’s Hospital in Louisville, his hands and arms covered in blistered burns. Doctors take one look and know—this wasn’t an accident. This is the case of Breanna Lair and Jacob Snead. Then, another Louisville. This time, Alabama. A mother, Amber Winstead, wakes up in a motel bathtub to find her baby, Ki’…

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Hollywood Actress Dominique Dunne Murdered by Ex-Boyfriend, He Served Less Than 4 Years 39:41

2M ago39:41

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When Hollywood actress Dominique Dunne landed her breakout role in Poltergeist, her future looked unstoppable ... until love turned deadly. At just 22, she was strangled outside her West Hollywood home by her ex-boyfriend, John Sweeney, a man whose obsession spiraled into violence. But what followed was almost as shocking as the murder itself. How …

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Predator Badlands Review, JW Rebirth Sequel, Gremlins 3 News 1:27:04

2M ago1:27:04

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On this episode of THE GEEK BUDDIES, John Rocha, Michael Vogel and Shannon McClung bring you their SPOILER REVIEW of Predator: Badlands, discuss the news on the Jurassic World Rebirth sequel, Gremlins 3 and Rambo prequel news with the Russo brothers producing it, and their thoughts on the MICHAEL trailer aka the Michael Jackson biopic. Remember to …

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“I Was at the Bar”: Florida Dad Charged After Toddler Dies in 107-Degree Truck | Scott Gardner 12:00

2M ago12:00

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A frantic 911 call, a baby in the backseat, and a story that didn’t add up. When police in Ormond Beach, Florida arrived, 18-month-old Sebastian Gardner was already gone. His small body showed signs that he’d been left in a hot truck for hours while his father, Scott Gardner, sat drinking inside a bar. What followed was a case that shocked even sea…

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Estate Planning: Legal Tips Families Need To Know with Atty. Lin Wang 36:06

2M ago36:06

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Estate planning isn't just about money, it's about protecting the people you love. In this episode, we sit down with Atty. Lin Wang for a candid conversation about what really happens when families don't plan ahead. From trusts and guardianship to the hidden costs of probate, you'll walk away with questions you didn't know you needed to ask. Listen…

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Is Doctor Doom a Tony Stark Variant or Vice Versa in AVENGERS DOOMSDAY? | The Geek Buddies 59:15

2M ago59:15

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On this episode of THE GEEK BUDDIES, John Rocha and Michael Vogel discuss the rumors that Doctor Doom is a Tony Stark variant or if Tony Stark was a Doom variant. They also discuss The Mummy franchise returning with Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz, a Miss Piggy movie in development with Jennifer Lawrence and Emma Stone producing and Cole Escola wri…

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“The Leg and the Foot Fell Out” Diver’s Discovery Solves a 6-Year-Old Mystery in Ohio | Jessica Coleman 17:19

2M ago17:19

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When a scuba diver unzipped a duffel bag at the bottom of a quiet Ohio quarry, he expected lost gear, not what spilled out next. Inside were towels, rocks… and the body of a newborn baby boy. The community called him Baby Boy Hope, vowing to find the monster who had done it. But the truth, when it finally came six years later, stunned everyone. The…

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He Pretended to Be a Stalker to Control His Wife, Then Murdered Her | Daniel Krug 21:39

2M ago21:39

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When 43-year-old Kristil Krug was found beaten and stabbed in her Colorado garage, police thought her past had caught up with her. For months, she’d been stalked and terrorized by who she thought was her ex-boyfriend—sending threats, photos, and messages that tracked her every move. Her estranged husband, Daniel Krug, was "there to protect her." Bu…

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Nintendo to Launch Mario Bros Shared Universe, Frankenstein (2025) Review 1:25:34

2M ago1:25:34

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On this episode of THE GEEK BUDDIES, John Rocha, Michael Vogel and Shannon McClung discuss Is Nintendo Launching a Super Mario Bros Shared Universe, Scream 7, Stranger Things S5, Wildwood Trailers Talk, their IT: Welcome to Derry Ep 1 Review and a Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein Spoiler Review! HAPPY HALLOWEEN! Remember to Like and Share this epi…

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"I Don’t Know My Own Strength" Former Football Star and Girlfriend Charged After Infant Found Dead | Belle and Donovan Winter 11:13

2M ago11:13

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A 911 call from Merritt Island, Florida, revealed every parent’s nightmare — a two-month-old baby, cold and unresponsive in his bassinet. But what started as a mysterious infant death soon pointed to something far darker. As investigators pieced together text messages between the parents, Belle and Donovan Winter, medical reports, and interviews, t…

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The Long Road Home for a Vietnam Veteran with Mike Stubbs 1:38:50

2M ago1:38:50

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Mike Stubbs went to war at 18 and came back with medals, scars, and stories most never hear. In this episode, he opens up about a moment that changed his life and the decades-long mission that followed, plus we'll shed light on the parts of military service that don't make the history books. Listen in for a raw, real conversation that honors courag…

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“He Was Supposed to Be Safe” DHR Worker Left Child in Car to Die in the Heat | Keterrius “KJ” Sparks 6:31

2M ago6:31

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A 911 call in Birmingham led police to a heartbreaking scene — three-year-old Keterrius “KJ” Sparks, lifeless after being left in a parked car for more than five hours in sweltering heat.But the kicker? The person who forgot him in the car, was his DHS case worker. ************************************** Do you have thoughts about this case, or is t…