Best True Day Utah Podcasts (2026)

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Unmasking the Colorado Catfish Killer | UNSEEN | The Case of Kristil Krug 35:47

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“Mommy’s not coming home” - On the morning of December 14th, 2023 Broomfield, Colorado police find mom of three, Kristil Krug, unconscious in her garage. But what first looks like an accident quickly turns into something far darker when police discover a fatal stab wound. As investigators piece together Kristil’s final hours, they realize that for …

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OnStage Blog Recaps The Biggest Broadway Stories of 2025! 49:02

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Rachel and Jacklyn look back at the big news stories out of Broadway in 2025 and share their individual highlights at the theater for the year. Visit onstageblog.com for more Theatre and Broadway News in 2026 and beyond! onstageblog.com facebook.com/onstageblog twitter.com/onstageblog instagram.com/onstageblog https://www.youtube.com/@onstageblog82…

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Episode 50 - State POY Series - Shauna Haney (Utah) - Welcome and Wanted 37:54

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Shauna Haney Principal of Ogden High School is the 2025 Utah State Principal of the Year and a 2025 NASSP National Principal of the Year Finalist. Shauna Haney is the principal of Ogden High School in Ogden, UT. Previously, She was an assistant principal and exercise science, health, special education, and physical education teacher. A two-time Tea…

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The Texas Tunnel Valentine's Day Murders | The Case of Carla Walker | UNSEEN 25:06

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“Come with me, sweetie…” - On February 17, 1974, just past midnight in Fort Worth, Texas, 12-year-old Jim Walker is jolted awake by the sound of screeching tires in his front yard. He sees Rodney McCoy, his sister Carla’s boyfriend, stumbling toward the Walkers front door—badly hurt and covered in blood. But, one thing is immediately clear: 17-year…

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Merry Christmas from Breaking Battlegrounds 1:08:17

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This Christmas on Breaking Battlegrounds, we celebrate the history, meaning, and enduring spirit of the season with two beloved guests. First, nationally known speaker, best-selling author, and Amerisearch president William Federer returns to take listeners on a fascinating journey through the true history of Christmas, exploring the real story of …

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Scott Johnson on Rep. Ilhan Omar Marrying Her Brother and Minnesota's Somali Fraud 20:09

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Scott Johnson, an original contributor to the blog Power Line, joins the show to break down his decade-long reporting on Rep. Ilhan Omar marrying her brother and the extensive fraud issues tied to Minnesota's Somali community. Johnson walks through the documentation, court records, and investigative reporting that underpin the marriage allegations,…

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#49 - Dr. Cody Killen - Brandon H.S., Mississippi, "Scavenger Hunt PD" 39:12

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Dr. Cody Killen - Principal of Brandon High School in Rankin County, Mississippi Dr. KIllen is a fixture in professional organizations. He has served on the board of MPE, served as board president of MASSP, presented at MASA, MPE, and NCEE, and even taught leadership development sessions for aspiring principals. For him, professional organizations …

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China's AI War, Haiti's Humanitarian Crisis, and Rep. Ilhan Omar Marrying Her Brother 1:28:37

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This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Chuck Warren and Sam Stone are joined by four expert guests to unpack the biggest issues shaping national security, global stability, media accountability, and the economy. Dr. Mike Waller, national security expert, investigative journalist, and former CIA operative, explains why artificial intelligence is Ameri…

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The Disturbing Line-Dancing Murder Mystery | The Case of Ashley Reeves | UNSEEN 20:10

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"I could be dead right now, there is no other way to put it" - When 17 year old Ashley Reeves doesn’t arrive home before her curfew in April 2006, her mom knows something is wrong, especially after finding hundreds of incoming calls on her daughter’s phone records. No one knows where she could have gone, but the harassing caller would end up breaki…

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Merrily We Roll Along Pro Shot: Full Review & Reactions From OnStage Blog 59:31

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Rachel and Jax dive into the Merrily We Roll Along pro shot, breaking down what worked for them, what didn’t, and how this filmed version compares to the stage experience. onstageblog.com facebook.com/onstageblog twitter.com/onstageblog instagram.com/onstageblog https://www.youtube.com/@onstageblog8213…

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America's Wake Up Call on China, Schools, and Taxes 1:09:46

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Unmasking the Alaska Polaroid Serial Killer | The Case of Samantha Koenig | UNSEEN 33:45

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Exclusive $35 off Carver Mat at https://on.auraframes.com/UNSEEN. Promo Code UNSEEN - “Ain’t she purty?” February 1, 2012 — it's a quiet night in Anchorage, Alaska, as 18-year-old Samantha Koenig finishes her shift at a coffee shop, waiting for her boyfriend to pick her up, when an unexpected customer barges in. Less than an hour later, Samantha's …

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Peer Review Gone Wild, the New GOP, and Trump Accounts 1:28:42

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This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, we examine the state of American institutions, the GOP, and family finances with three great guests. First, Goldwater Institute Senior Fellow Timothy K. Minella joins the show to discuss his new report "Peer Review Gone Wild," which argues that major academic journals are prioritizing ideology over rigorous scho…

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Misbehavin' - Vice and Corruption on 25th Street in the 1930's 2:17:00

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Send us a text You won't believe the corruption scandal that rocked Ogden in the 1930's. Who was indicted and what was the outcome? Public corruption meets sex crimes and vice - the full story. What was the "most dangerous street in America" really like in the 1930's and what of the Boys in Blue tasked with keeping order? So much of this story pack…

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The Utah Family Christmas Killers: You better watch out, you better not cry | The Case of the Tiede Family | UNSEEN 23:52

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Exclusive $35 off Carver Mat at https://on.auraframes.com/UNSEEN. Promo Code UNSEEN - “It was clear he had his eyes on her” - A few days before Christmas, the Tiede family arrives at their family cabin in Utah, buried deep in the snowy woods, but as soon as they set foot in the house, they quickly realize that they are not alone.The first day of th…

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The 2025 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Broadway Recap with Marc Bonanni! 35:13

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Rachel, Jax, and special guest Marc Bonanni break down all of the Broadway spotlights in the 2025 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. Find Marc Bonnani on Instagram @bwayghostlight and on YouTube @broadwaybyghostlight. onstageblog.com facebook.com/onstageblog twitter.com/onstageblog instagram.com/onstageblog https://www.youtube.com/@onstageblog8213…

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#48 - Dr. Todd Dain (Kansas) - Culture Keepers 35:14

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Dr. Todd Dain Overland Park, KS Shawnee Mission South High School 2023 Kansas State Principal of the Year NASSP Board of Directors Todd shares is proudest effort of cultivating a culture for all students to be successful. Listen and learn about his "Culture Keepers" student led team which embodies their core values. Also to listen for: - Hard Hat H…

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Surviving the Southie Slasher | The Case of Kayleigh & Amy | UNSEEN 27:13

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Exclusive $45-off Carver Mat at https://on.auraframes.com/UNSEEN. Promo Code UNSEEN - “I was just trying to protect my organs” On the early morning of July 23rd, 2013 in South Boston, Alexandra Cruz is violently attacked on her way to the Dunkin' where she works, but the man disappears into the night before cops can catch him. Just a few hours late…

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Is "Wicked: For Good" A Good Movie? Reactions, Reviews, And Nitpicks, with OnStage Blog's Greg Ehrhardt! 59:17

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Rachel and Jax sit down with OnStage Blog’s Greg Ehrhardt to break down the highs and lows of Wicked: For Good—and to debate the big question: is it actually a good movie? It's an hour breaking down one of the biggest movies of 2025; read all of OnStage Blog's coverage of "Wicked: For Good" on onstageblog.com! onstageblog.com facebook.com/onstagebl…

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#47 - State POY Series -Jason Hayes, Oklahoma - Double Wolf Dare Week - Philanthropy 41:59

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Jason Hayes - 2025 NASSP Oklahoma Principal of the Year Jason Hayes is the principal of Edmond Santa Fe High School in Edmond, Ok. Previously, he was an assistant high school principal, a middle school principal, and English teacher, and a coach. Under his leadership, Edmond Santa Fe is one of only three Class 6A High Schools (Oklahoma’s large enro…

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Inside Gen Z Politics and What the Epstein Files Reveal 1:05:52

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The Real History of Thanksgiving, American Traditions, and Honoring Our Veterans and Allies 47:22

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This Thanksgiving week on Breaking Battlegrounds, we're grateful for all our listeners and hope you enjoy a special show filled with history, tradition, and service. We kick things off with best-selling author and historian William Federer, who walks us through the real story behind Thanksgiving, the Pilgrims, and how the holiday became a national …

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I Escaped an Ex-Navy Serial Killer: The Mysterious California Highway Hitchhiker Murders | The Case of Jennifer Asbenson | UNSEEN 16:12

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“And I remember thinking that I was staring into the eyes of the devil” -On September 27, 1992, 19 year old Jennifer Asbenson accepts a ride from a stranger after missing her bus to work. When the man asks for her number, she gives him a fake one to be safe and forgets about it, unaware that she has just refused the advances of a deranged serial ki…

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Classical Education, Utah's Redistricting, and America's Economic Reality 39:21

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This week on Breaking Battlegrounds we welcome three insightful guests covering education, redistricting, and the economy. Dr. Carol McNamara, Director of the Great Hearts Institute for Classical Education, joins to discuss the growing movement of classical education, how it prepares students for all fields including science and engineering, and th…

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Richard Paul Evans on The Christmas Stranger: Finding Hope, Healing, and the True Meaning of Christmas 24:17

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This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, we welcome back friend of the show and #1 New York Times bestselling author Richard Paul Evans. Best known for The Christmas Box, Richard has written an incredible 41 consecutive New York Times bestsellers, with more than 35 million copies in print and translations in over 22 languages. His newest novel, The Chr…

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#45 - State POY Series - Lewis Bradford (Mississippi) - Adversity: Challenges or Opportunities? You Decide. 45:17

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Lewis Bradford is the 2025 Mississippi Secondary Principal of the Year. Assistant Principal of the Year 2024. Lewis Bradford – Northwest Rankin High School, MIssissippi. Mr. Bradford’s leadership, vision, and commitment to student success have made a lasting impact at Northwest Rankin and across our district. Lewis shares shares how he grows Family…

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The Public Servant - Spence Phillips retired Ogden Police 1:41:54

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Send us a text Join us in a sit down interview with retired Ogden Police legend Spence Phillips. From the jungles of Vietnam where he served in the Army to the Streets of Ogden from the 70's on, Spence brings his articulate, humorous, and unique perspective to the show. Listen to his first hand accounts of the Vietnam War and Policing in his era. H…

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Motels, Models & Murder: The Making of the Beauty Queen Killer | The case of Linda, Dawn & Tina | UNSEEN 28:14

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“He’s keeping me” - March 20th, 1984: 19-year-old Linda Grober walks into a Tallahassee, Florida mall to buy a gift for her and her boyfriend's anniversary, but doesn't come home. She is victim #4. April 4, 1984: 16-year-old Tina Risico vanishes from a mall in Southern California, last being seen getting into the car of a strange man. She is victim…

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#47 - State POY Series - Dr. Amanda Austin (Louisiana) Transforming Schools Through Vision and Action 34:11

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Dr. Austin is the 2025 Louisiana Secondary Principal of the Year. Amanda Austin, EdD, is the director of the Math, Science, and Arts (MSA) Academy East in St. Gabriel, LA. MSA Academy East is the magnet program of East Iberville High School. Previously, she was the principal of North Iberville High School, which had been shuttered for more than a d…

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Gordon Rayner Exposes BBC Bias, Zineb Riboua Explores Third-Worldism, and Shay Khatiri Breaks Down Nuclear Strategy 1:28:01

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This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Chuck Warren and Sam Stone welcome three distinguished guests offering global expertise and fresh perspective. The Daily Telegraph's Associate Editor Gordon Rayner shares his investigations into the BBC's bias and how the network intentionally edited Trump's speech to make him appear to say things he never did. …

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Unmasking the Long Island Dungeon Kidnapper | The Disturbing case of Katie Beers | UNSEEN 24:00

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“He kissed me and threw me down the cubby hole” - 'Spaceplex' is 9 year old Katie Beers’ favorite spot, before she’s abducted at that same location in December 1992, just before her birthday. For 17 days, the investigators dig into the family’s lies, each more suspicious than the next, hoping to find the lost girl. Katie is trapped in the wall, but…

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Picking the Best Broadway Shows from Every Year of Our Lives (Since 1981) 1:07:46

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Rachel and Jacklyn make their picks for the best Broadway (and off-Broadway) shows that debuted during every year that they have been alive (since 1981). Subscribe today to never miss an episode and visit onstageblog.com for all your Broadway content needs! onstageblog.com facebook.com/onstageblog twitter.com/onstageblog instagram.com/onstageblog h…

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46# - State POY Series - Lindsey Allen (Georgia) - Building the Bridge of Opportunities 44:37

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Lindsey Allen is the NASSP 2025 Georgia Principal of the Year Lindsey Allen has served as principal of Walnut Grove High School in Walnut Grove, GA, since 2020. Previously, he was the principal of multiple schools and executive officer of secondary schools in Bibb County. Since taking the helm at Walnut Grove, he has led the school to a five-star r…

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The Disturbing Alien Pyramid Cult of Georgia | The Case of Niki Lopez & The Nuwaubian Nation | UNSEEN 26:26

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“There’s a pyramid in the cow pasture” - In 1986, Niki Lopez lives with her family at 717 Bushwick Avenue, home to a secretive group called the Nuwaubian Nation in the heart of Brooklyn–alarmingly, in 1993, the whole community vanishes without a trace. Nearly ten years later, on May 8th, 2002, over 200 federal agents prepare to storm a seemingly “a…

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John Reid for Virginia Lt. Governor: A Real Agenda for Virginia and a New AI Debate Strategy 1:47:50

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This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, we kick things off with John Reid, Republican candidate for Lieutenant Governor of Virginia, to talk about his "Real Virginia Agenda," from workforce freedom to the gerrymandering Democrats are trying to push this week in Virginia—going against the will of Virginians—and his unconventional AI debate with opponen…

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Immigration Economics with Daniel Di Martino and Albert Eisenberg on GOP Strategy for Healthcare Solutions 1:05:01

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This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, we're joined by Daniel Di Martino, Fellow at the Manhattan Institute and PhD candidate at Columbia University, for a deep dive into the fiscal impact of immigration. Daniel breaks down his 2025 report showing how education level, age of arrival, and legal status determine whether immigration boosts or strains Am…

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Ethan Hawke Stuns as Lyricist Lorenz Hart in Blue Moon! (Rodgers and Hammerstein talk) 51:54

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Rachel and Jax react after watching Ethan Hawke's incredible performance as Broadway Lyricist Lorenz Hart on the opening night of Rodgers and Hammerstein's "Oklahoma". Subscribe to the podcast today and visit onstageblog.com for more Broadway and Theatre content! onstageblog.com facebook.com/onstageblog twitter.com/onstageblog instagram.com/onstage…

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The Abbotsford Case: Surviving the Friday the 13th Killer | The case of Misty Cockerill | UNSEEN 20:29

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“I told myself: I’m not going down without a fight” - On Friday the 13th, best friends Misty Cockerill and Tanya Smith are walking home from a high school party when they suddenly bump into a stranger, and things quickly go dark. While Misty wakes up in the hospital, investigators arrive at the crime scene and receive a disturbing phone call from a…

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Ryan Berg on Venezuela's Global Impact and Mark Geist Protecting America's Children 1:08:59

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This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, we're diving into global strategy, national security, child protection, and the economy. First, Ryan Berg, Director of the Americas Program and head of the Future of Venezuela Initiative at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, joins the show to break down why Venezuela matters beyond narcotics and…

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Episode 44 New Jersey's - Dr. James Flynn - Student Voice through Youth-Adult Partnerships 35:52

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Dr. Flynn has dedicated over 21 years to the City of Burlington Public School District, beginning his career as a special education teacher. His move into administration began as a Vice-Principal at Burlington City High School (2006–2010), followed by a tenure as Principal at Wilbur Watts Intermediate School (2010–2013). Dr. Flynn then returned to …

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The Ohio Hollow Tree Fetish Murders | The Case of Sarah Maynard | UNSEEN 19:32

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“I just know it, there’s something wrong with my kids” On November 11th 2010, cops enter Tina Hermann’s home after receiving a 911 call from her manager Valerie, who reported how unusual it was for her to miss a day’s work without telling anyone. The house is empty, and Tina and her entire family are gone: a suspicious scene reveals bloodstains, mo…

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#43 - New Jersey's Dr. Mindy Milavsky - How to Reimagine your School Culture 56:30

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Dr. Mindy Milavsky, principal of Lawrence Middle School in Mercer County, NJ, has dedicated her career to fostering a school environment that promotes compassion, empathy, and kindness. As an educator for over 31 years, Dr. Milavsky has made great strides in providing students with an educational experience that complements high standards in all ac…

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Florida Sets the Gold Standard for Elections and Washington Remains Shut Down 1:05:10

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This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Sam is joined by guest host Seth Leibsohn, who opens the show with Robert McClure, President and CEO of The James Madison Institute, to dive into Florida's model for election integrity, tracing the course from Bush v. Gore through to the 2025 reforms and exploring how Florida's verification systems, voting infra…

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Ogden of the 1930's - All Grown Up 2:37:43

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Inside the Toy Box Trailer: Unmasking New Mexico’s Fetish Murderer | The Case of Cynthia Vigil | UNSEEN 22:21

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“Are you comfortable now? I doubt it.” - On March 20th, 1999, Cynthia meets up with her friend, never expecting she is minutes away from being abducted. When she wakes up, a chilling voice speaks to her – it's coming from a recording. As her tears dry up, the early memories of her tough childhood revive, and a voice in her heart tells her: escape. …

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42# - Terence Johnson (New Jersey) -Student Leadership - Seniors Mentoring Freshmen 43:26

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Terence Johnson is an assistant principal at Cumberland Regional High School District, New Jersey. Terence Johnson - New Jersey State Assistant Principal of the Year for 2019 by the New Jersey Principals and Supervisors Association (NJPSA)/National Association of Secondary School Principals. Terence shares how his work with the CRHS Freshman Semina…

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Inside The Enemy Within with Patrick Byrne 1:15:13

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This week on Breaking Battlegrounds we're doing something different with one guest for the full show, our friend Patrick Byrne, founder and former CEO of Overstock.com. We open with a conversation on education, from school choice to teacher unions, and how Mississippi made the leap from 50th to top 10 in the nation in education. From there, we dive…

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Pitching Our Best Broadway Investment Ideas! 54:22

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Rachel, Jax, and special guest Marc Bonanni each develop 5 ideas for new or revived Broadway Shows that they think would be worth the producer's investment. Subscribe to the podcast today to never miss an episode! onstageblog.com onstageblog.com facebook.com/onstageblog twitter.com/onstageblog instagram.com/onstageblog https://www.youtube.com/@onst…

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The Video Don’t Lie 48:28

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In this episode, Troy scrutinizes the CCTV footage from the Compere property—the last known images of Elaine Park. He unpacks the discrepancies in Divine’s account of that morning, dissects the only interview he’s ever given, and reconstructs Elaine and Divine’s final hours together. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Unmasking the Texas Suitcase Serial Killer | The Case of Christine & Michael Morton | UNSEEN 34:54

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“Where was Daddy, Eric?” - On August 13th, 1986, in the quiet suburbs of Austin, Texas, 3-year-old Eric Morton is found wandering outside alone. When a neighbor recognizes the boy and brings him back home, he makes a terrifying discovery: Eric’s mother, Christine, has been murdered. Detectives, and the District Attorney quickly hone in on Michael M…