Best Bellwethers Podcast Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 92: Moving the World ft. Craig Fuller (Freightwaves) 53:34

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Craig Fuller comes from a legacy trucking family. He’s also the CEO and founder of Freightwaves, the Bloomberg of logistics. So, Craig’s the perfect guy to write an accessible primer on supply chains, which is exactly what he’s done. He came on the show to talk about the new book, Moving the World: How the Supply Chain’s Evolution Affects Us All (w…

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How #1 NY Times Bestselling Author Jeneva Rose Writes 40:10

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#1 New York Times bestselling author, Jeneva Rose, spoke with us about betting on herself, spurning the crown of “Queen of Twists,” her viral social media fame and latest post-apocalyptic romance, DATING AFTER THE END OF THE WORLD I am joined by a co-host this week, none other than The Book Babe, Milena Gonzalez. Jeneva Rose is the #1 New York Time…

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How #1 NY Times Bestselling Author Lev Grossman Writes: Redux 33:24

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#1 New York Times bestselling author, Lev Grossman, spoke to me about his tenure at Time magazine, how The Magicians poked holes in Narnia and Potter, and reimagining a legend with THE BRIGHT SWORD: A Novel of King Arthur. Lev Grossman is the author of the #1 New York Times bestselling Magicians trilogy—The Magicians, The Magician King, and The Mag…

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How NY Times Bestselling Author Jayne Ann Krentz Writes: Part Two 35:48

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New York Times bestselling and award-winning author of romantic suspense, Jayne Ann Krentz, returns to speak with me about how she’s published over 120 novels, her advocacy of the merits of romantic fiction, and her latest mystery, THE SHOP ON HIDDEN LANE. Dubbed “The Queen of romantic suspense” and a trailblazer of paranormal romance, Jayne Ann Kr…

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California’s Stand Against Trump 42:05

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San Francisco Chronicle’s senior political writer, and longtime observer of California politics, Joe Garofoli offers historical and political context to California’s growing role as a bastion against the Trump administration’s march towards fascism. He breaks down the upcoming November ballot measure to redistrict the state and neutralize the five …

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How NY Times Bestselling Thriller Writer Riley Sager Writes: Redux 33:19

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New York Times bestselling thriller writer Riley Sager, spoke to me about why he publishes under a pen name, how to write Hitchcockian suspense, and his latest "The House Across the Lake." Riley Sager is the bestselling author of six novels, most recently Home Before Dark and Survive the Night. His award-winning first novel, Final Girls, was a nati…

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How NY Times Bestselling Author Chevy Stevens Writes: Part Two 41:29

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New York Times bestselling and award-winning psychological thriller writer, Chevy Stevens, returns to speak with me about writing dark subjects, running out of scary humans, and her latest “home invasion on wheels,” THE HITCHHIKERS. Chevy's debut novel Still Missing became a New York Times bestseller and winner of the International Thriller Writers…

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How NY Times Bestselling Author Chevy Stevens Writes: Part One - Redux 39:53

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Award-winning, New York Times bestselling psychological thriller writer, Chevy Stevens, spoke to me about her life as a recluse, dreaming in prose, scaring the King, and her latest, Dark Roads. Chevy's debut novel Still Missing went on to become a New York Times bestseller and winner of the International Thriller Writers Award for Best First Novel …

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Episode 91: Seafloor, Icecap, Moon ft. Tyler Bernstein of Zeno Power 41:58

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Zeno Power, a cutting edge nuclear company, is making batteries powered with Strontium 90 for niche deployment cases: the moon, the arctic, and the seafloor. I got to pick Zeno cofounder and CEO Tyler Bernstein’s brain about their exciting new technology, why Zeno’s work is critical in our increasingly multipolar world, and the upsides of competing…

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How #1 NY Times Bestselling Author Bonnie Garmus Writes: Redux 30:33

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#1 New York Times bestselling author, Bonnie Garmus, spoke to me about the evolution of her craft, how her protagonist changed her life, getting blurbed by Stephen King, and the never-ending book tour for her lauded debut LESSONS IN CHEMISTRY. Bonnie Garmus is a copywriter, creative director, and author of the #1 New York Times bestselling novel, L…

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2025 Bellwether Elections 47:48

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Steve and Sharline reflect on Steve’s latest manuscript before diving into how they’ve been coping and surviving these last eight months of the second Trump administration. They cover the key bellwether elections of 2025 that will be dominating headlines this fall from New York City’s mayoral race to the historic gubernatorial race in Virginia, one…

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How #1 NY Times Bestselling Author Josie Silver Writes: Redux 35:57

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#1 New York Times bestselling author Josie Silver spoke to me about the laptop that changed her life, overcoming adversity early on, and her latest ghost-hunting rom-com CRAZY SPOOKY LOVE. Josie Silver is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of One Day in December, The Two Lives of Lydia Bird, One Night on the Island, and A Winter in New York, …

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Episode 90: Tickling the Dragon ft. Matt Loszak of Aalo Atomics 44:34

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Matt Loszak, the cofounder and CEO of Aalo Atomics, joined me to talk about Aalo’s progress rolling SMRs off the factory line. We get into Aalo’s test reactors at Idaho National Labs, a DOE path toward approving nuclear designs, how Trump’s nuclear executive orders have helped the industry, “zero power criticality,” and more. Since we recorded this…

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The Writer Files x Diary of a Book Babe: Vol. 1 43:28

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#bookstagram influencer, reviewer, and writer Milena Gonzalez (aka Diary of a Book Babe) spoke to me about culling inspiration from the podcast, hyping up her favorite authors, and her latest five-star finds. This is the first volume of a new format of the show where I’ll be inviting some like-minded friends to talk shop. Milena Gonzalez graduated …

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The Silence around SB 10 and the Bellwether Case and what it means to you 14:43

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Send us a text In this episode, we uncover the story behind Delaware’s Senate Bill 10 and the controversial Bellwether case—two pivotal issues shaping the state’s criminal justice landscape. How SB10, is designed to give thousands a second chance through, being kept quiet? And what is the Bellwether case, and why has it drawn so little public atten…

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The Bellwether Home for Wayward Souls 33:13

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Send us a text When Eleanor Holloway discovers a strange pamphlet tucked inside a donated book, it feels like fate. The Bellwether Home promises what she’s been longing for—a child meant just for her. No red tape. No waiting. Just a signature. And Lyle... is perfect. Quiet. Gentle. Strange. He doesn’t sleep. He copies voices. He remembers things th…

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How #1 Sunday Times Bestselling Author Stuart MacBride Writes 49:28

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#1 Sunday Times bestselling author Stuart MacBride spoke to me about playing god, why there are no shortcuts for writers, and his latest Logan McRae novel THIS HOUSE OF BURNING BONES. Stuart MacBride is the Sunday Times No.1 bestselling author of the Logan McRae and Ash Henderson novels. He’s also published standalones, novellas, short stories, and…

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Texas Redistricting Showdown with Emmy Ruiz 35:50

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Emmy Ruiz, former advisor to the President during the Biden-Harris administration, and White House director of political strategy and outreach, returns to discuss the redistricting showdown in Texas. She dives into the impact of gerrymandering on democracy, and offers her thoughts on the response from Democratic-led states to Republicans' redistric…

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The Hungry Silence 25:08

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Send us a text In the depths of outer space, silence is never empty—it devours. The Hungry Silence follows Lira, a black hole adrift in the void, cursed with an endless appetite. She swallows suns, worlds, entire galaxies, yet the more she consumes, the smaller she feels—haunted by the shame of her own hunger. But when a voice flickers across the d…

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Episode 89: TRISO Serious ft. Kurt Terrani of Standard Nuclear 45:17

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There are so many exciting developments in the nuclear space, I can hardly keep up. And not just in the realm of reactors. Kurt Terrani, the CEO of Standard Nuclear, joined me to talk about his new company and its ambitions for TRISO fuel. For me, this was a major download on nuclear fuel types. Kurt’s a very knowledgable dude working with a highly…

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How Acclaimed Debut Novelist Priscilla Morris Writes 49:55

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Acclaimed debut novelist and English Professor Priscilla Morris spoke to me about finding her voice, and the germ of an idea that became her labor of love, acclaimed debut novel BLACK BUTTERFLIES. Priscilla Morris is a British author and lecturer whose debut novel, Black Butterflies, was shortlisted for a number of major awards. Critics described B…

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How #1 NY Times Bestselling Author Jennifer Lynn Barnes Writes: Part Two - Redux 40:06

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#1 New York Times bestselling author, Jennifer Lynn Barnes, returned to chat about why bestsellers stick around for years, why fiction is perfectly geared for the human mind, and her latest YA thriller, THE GRANDEST GAME. Jennifer Lynn Barnes is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of more than 25 acclaimed young adult novels, including The Inh…

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How #1 NY Times Bestselling Author Jennifer Lynn Barnes Writes: Part One - Redux 36:50

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#1 New York Times bestselling author, Jennifer Lynn Barnes, spoke to me about how to write seven novels in 18 months, the psychology of fiction and fandom, and her latest YA mystery, THE BROTHERS HAWTHORNE. Jennifer Lynn Barnes is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of more than 20 acclaimed young adult novels, including The Inheritance Games …

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Courage Over Fear with Immigration Activist Cristina Jiménez 53:19

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United We Dream Co-founder Cristina Jiménez joins Steve to discuss her new book, Dreaming of Home: How We Turn Fear Into Pride, Power & Real Change. She shares the impact of American foreign policy around the world, but particularly in her home country of Ecuador, that led to mass migration movements in search of safety and stability. She discusses…

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ReOpening the Case in Florida 5:33

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Send us a text In 2008, Laura Bowdoin was a vibrant woman preparing to leave a toxic marriage. She was caring for her young daughter, working full-time, and looking forward to starting over. But on the night of June 18th, she went to bed—and never woke up. Her husband claimed she overdosed on Ambien and diet pills, but her family knew something was…

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Even Jesus was a Prisoner 7:28

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Send us a text Short Bible Study Will you pray with me ? Support the showBy Annabell Rivera

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Salt and Bone & Spoiled 18:32

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Send us a text DOUBLE FEATURE: Salt and Bone & Spoiled Step into the shadows for a chilling double-feature unlike any other—two haunting tales bound by the bone-deep hunger for beauty, power, and remembrance. In “Salt and Bone,” descend into the depths of a drowned cathedral where a veiled mermaid named Nerissa haunts the ruins of her past. Her son…

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Where your Tax Dollars go to Die 12:02

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Send us a text Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 1, 2025 Contact: Voices for Justice Inc. Email: [email protected] Website: www.voicesforjusticeinc.net “Behind the Walls” Podcast Episode Exposes Dangerous Prison Conditions & Taxpayer Neglect in Delaware New Castle, DE – Voices for Justice Inc., a Delaware-based …

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Episode 88: Nuclear for Seven Generations ft. Scott Lathrop of Native Nuclear 44:19

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On today’s episode, I spoke with Scott Lathrop, the Founder and Chief Executive Director of Native Nuclear. Like me, Scott sees nuclear power as a multi-generational infrastructure investment that serves as a sheet anchor for healthy communities and healthy economies. But he brings a distinctly native perspective to nuclear that subverts stereotype…

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How #1 NY Times Bestselling Author Josie Silver Writes 35:57

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#1 New York Times bestselling author Josie Silver spoke to me about the laptop that changed her life, overcoming adversity early on, and her latest ghost-hunting rom-com CRAZY SPOOKY LOVE. Josie Silver is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of One Day in December, The Two Lives of Lydia Bird, One Night on the Island, and A Winter in New York, …

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201. The Final Episode of the Freedom Formula Podcast: The Power of Quitting [Solo Episode with Neel Parekh] 8:47

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In this final episode of the Freedom Formula Podcast, host Neel Parekh delivers a deeply personal and thought-provoking solo reflection on one of life's most challenging yet liberating decisions: knowing when to quit. As he brings this chapter of his podcasting journey to a close, Neel explores the counterintuitive wisdom that sometimes our greates…

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The Ink Beneath 21:38

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Send us a text When Ava dares to reclaim her power after a painful breakup, she chooses a tattoo to mark the moment—a snake coiled around a dagger. But the shop she finds, Obscura Ink, isn’t on any map… and the artist, known only as Moth, seems to know more about her than he should. The ink sinks deeper than skin. It pulses. It moves. And soon, Ava…

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How #1 NY Times Bestselling Author Jim Butcher Writes: Redux 34:36

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#1 New York Times bestselling author, Jim Butcher, spoke with me about how he outlined a hit 20-novel series (years before he had an agent), why all steampunks wear goggles, and the second book in his Cinder Spires series, THE OLYMPIAN AFFAIR. Jim Butcher is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Dresden Files, the Codex Alera, and the Cin…

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White People and the Fight for Racial Justice with SURJ’s Erin Heaney (Rerelease) 46:26

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In this re-release of our 100th episode, Erin Heaney, executive director of Showing Up for Racial Justice (SURJ), discusses the role of white allyship in the fight for justice and a multiracial democracy. REFERENCES: If you’d like to volunteer with SURJ, you can join their remote SURJ Action Hours: Summer to Grow, Turn Up the Heat campaign that tak…

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The Cut that Changed Everything by Inmate RR 6:48

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Send us a text In this episode of "Stories Behind the Walls," host Annabelle introduces a new segment called "Story Time," where real stories from those living behind bars are shared. This week, we dive into "Chapter One: The Cut That Changed Everything," a tale of unexpected connections and rediscovered love. Follow the journey of an institutional…

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The Update 22:59

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Send us a text What happens when the systems meant to serve us begin to shape us? When algorithms stop asking what we want—and start deciding who we should be? In this haunting episode of The Electric Quill, Stacey narrates The Update—a chilling, near-future story about Layla, a woman whose life is slowly overtaken by a calm, all-knowing AI called …

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How NY Times Bestselling Author Antony Johnston Writes 37:41

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New York Times bestselling author Antony Johnston, spoke to me about falling backwards into video game writing, meeting Atomic Blonde’s Charlize Theron, and his new interactive whodunit Can You Solve the Murder? Antony Johnston is the award-winning, New York Times bestselling author of over fifty books, graphic novels, and comic series, including t…

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House Bill 182 is a major win for immigrant rights and civil liberties in Delaware! 7:19

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Send us a text Governor Matt Meyer has signed House Bill 182 into law, officially banning 287(g) agreements between local law enforcement and ICE in Delaware! ✅ No more local police enforcing federal immigration laws under these controversial contracts. ✅ Delaware joins states like New Jersey, Connecticut, and Illinois in protecting immigrant commu…

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Nothing Remains and So Do I 11:13

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Send us a text What happens when the final thread breaks? When no one remembers your name? When not even you remain? Told in shifting perspective—from intimate first-person to transcendent third—this episode explores the paradox of true eternity: that to become everything, you must become nothing at all. A story for anyone who has ever feared the d…

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A Short Report on: Smuggling at Angola: Corrections Officer Arrested for Drug Trafficking 5:33

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Send us a text A shocking breach of trust at one of America’s most notorious prisons. This episode of Stories Behind the Walls dives into the recent arrest of a corrections officer at Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola, caught smuggling a deadly mix of drugs—including fentanyl—behind bars. We cover the facts of the arrest, the scale of the cont…

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Episode 87: Sounding the Depths ft. Ari Brown of Bellwether LLC 46:26

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Former navy nuke Ari Brown joined me to talk about his experience in the service. For me, his story offers profound insight into what it takes to institutionalize excellence. Then we talk about his new company, Bellwether LLC, and how Ari is using his programming background and acoustic analysis skills to figure out how to fix machines in an innova…

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Understanding the Legal Process – A Complete Guide to Navigating the System 11:29

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Send us a text Understanding the Legal Process Navigating the criminal justice system can feel overwhelming, confusing, and unfair—especially for those without resources or legal knowledge. In this episode of Stories Behind the Walls, we break down the entire legal process step by step, from arrest to reentry. We cover: ✅ Arrest and booking ✅ First…

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"Justice in Black & White: How to Use the Law to Demand Accountability" Featuring: Workshop Preview on Civil Rights in Prison — August 2nd 8:09

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Send us a text “Did you know? Even behind bars, people have rights.” Did you know about Section 1983 ? Do you know how to use it ? In this episode we discuss what it is and how to use it ! 🔥 Coming up August 2nd at 2PM — FREE Virtual Workshop! 👉 Learn how to use Section 1983 to hold prisons accountable for: ✅ Unsafe heat conditions ✅ Denial of medi…

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Purpose and Progress 8:25

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Send us a text Purpose and Progress Update “Stories Behind the Walls” is a podcast dedicated to exposing the realities inside our justice and prison systems, giving voice to those too often silenced. Our mission is to fight for justice, accountability, and human rights by sharing the experiences of incarcerated people, their families, and advocates…

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Inheritance 16:49

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Send us a text In the rustbelt town of Greyhook, a pale-eyed hearse driver named Erlin Grey glides through the fog, collecting more than just the dead. He isn’t human—he’s the last of a vanished species, quietly surviving by grafting the bodies of the freshly deceased onto his failing alien form. But when one graft triggers something unexpected, Er…

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How #1 NY Times Bestselling Author Anne Lamott Writes: Redux 35:03

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#1 New York Times bestselling author, Anne Lamott, spoke with me about 40 years of teaching writing, how to write more bravely, on sh*tty first drafts, and sharing hacks she’s learned over her career at the Writers Rising 2024 retreat. Anne Lamott is the author of 20 books, including New York Times bestsellers Help, Thanks, Wow; Dusk, Night, Dawn; …

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Summer Reading Reset 45:57

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Steve and Sharline share how they’re processing the last several months before diving into the books and television shows that are helping them regroup, from Sharline’s first watch of Gilmore Girls with her daughter to Steve’s love of British murder mystery books. They also share how they’re finding humor on social media and in live comedy clubs. R…

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Ridgely Police Department Shut Down and Why 8:51

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Send us a text In 2024, Ridgely, Maryland made national headlines when it shut down its entire police department over corruption allegations. But this wasn’t just local scandal—it was a wake-up call about accountability, transparency, and what real reform can look like. This podcast tells the story of how Caroline County officials and the County Co…

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Funding Mass Incarceration: Why Delaware Needs Reform Now 15:28

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Send us a text Funding Mass Incarceration is a podcast that follows the money behind Delaware’s prison system—and asks why we keep paying to punish instead of reform. This episode, we dig into how taxpayer dollars fuel mass incarceration, waste resources, and uphold systems of injustice. We break down government budgets, expose hidden costs. We don…

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The Empatheum Table 13:00

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Send us a text In a city rebuilt from the ruins of empathy, one artifact still hums beneath the silence: The Empatheum Table—a sentient machine that lets you experience another’s memories, emotions, and inner world as your own. It was humanity’s last hope for peace. Instead, it unraveled the very idea of right and wrong and fractured the world. Now…