Best Benjamin Diaz Podcasts (2025)

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Helping Communities When Disaster Strikes 50:25

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A veteran of Desert Storm, Larry Agee retired from the military and sought to apply his skills in civilian life. After volunteering with an international disaster charity’s response team, Larry was inspired to start his own charity and co-founded Disaster Aid USA in 2010. Over the past eleven years, Larry has served as Disaster Aid USA’s Executive …

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Ep 243 | Andrea Díaz: Los Angeles Public Defender & Creator of "Jury Trial ABC" 51:24

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The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 243 features Andrea Díaz, a dedicated Los Angeles Public Defender and the creative force behind Afternoon-Recess.com. Andrea shares her inspiring journey balancing her passion for justice with her creativity, leading her to design JURY TRIAL ABC — a beautifully illustrated children's book that introduces young rea…

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Your Legal and Financial Obligation Before Marriage 46:23

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Her own experience as first a divorce lawyer and then a divorce mediator, combined with self-assessment tests, California Marriage License Handbook is a groundbreaking reality check about the legal and financial obligations people accept, often unwittingly, when they agree to legally join their life with someone else until death or divorce court do…

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Mediterranean Recipes That Slow Down Aging 42:02

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She grew up in an Italian American home where food was fresh, simple, and a family experience — and the lifestyle was Mediterranean. Decades later, that way of living still shapes the choices she makes and what she does every day. With over 30 years of firsthand experience in fitness and nutrition (and a reputation as a good Italian cook!), she has…

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Ep 242 | Gyi Tsakalakis | AttorneySync x CallRail – Data-Informed Law Firm Growth 50:45

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The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 242 features Gyi Tsakalakis, Founder of AttorneySync and partner with CallRail, and former trial lawyer. 🎙️ We discuss how Gyi pivoted from practicing law to founding AttorneySync, a data-informed agency helping law firms grow smarter. He shares how CallRail enhances his clients' success through advanced lead trac…

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Principles That Help You Succeed in Business 41:28

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Fran Tabor has a small business owner with Survivor's Attitude. She wrote the Kindle top 10 Live Abundantly! 50 Business Lessons from the Bible. Also wrote Shhhh! It is a Secret. How to Compete against Walmart & the Internet, available in audio & print, Female Small business owner since 1978, went from 20,000/yr to over $1,000,000/yr since 2003. My…

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Preparations For Dying Well 42:08

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He is an exceptional physician who has spent a lifetime attempting to facilitate communication between patients and their doctors and patients and their families. He has authored a brilliant book summarizing his life’s experience regarding preparations for dying well. This book is necessary for anyone who has loved ones who may be grappling with th…

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Ep 241 | Sara Shikhman | Building a Medspa Empire Through Law & Leadership 37:31

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The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 241 features Sara Shikhman, Healthcare Attorney and Managing Partner at Lengea Law, and a true Medspa powerhouse based in NYC. 💼✨ We dive into Sara's entrepreneurial journey — from building an online furniture company to becoming a leader in the medspa industry. Hear how her resilient mindset and business savvy he…

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The State of Porn Addiction in Today’s World 49:38

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Prior to admitting his addiction, Joshua was a prominent magazine publisher, award-winning journalist, film festival founder, and politician in central Maine. Early on, he recognized recovery was far more than just quitting the negative behavior of his addiction. It was about answering the questions: "Why did I become an addict, how did that make m…

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Disco's Revenge 59:02

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In the wake of Disco Demolition Night in 1979—a cultural bonfire that seemed to signal the end of disco—something unexpected began to rise from Chicago’s underground. This episode traces the story of Frankie Knuckles, the Bronx-born DJ who became known as the “Godfather of House.” After the backlash against disco pushed the genre out of the mainstr…

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The Real Science Behind the Decimation of The Dinosaur 37:15

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The story behind Dr. Gerta Keller’s world-shattering scientific discovery that dinosaur extinction was NOT caused by asteroid impact, but rather by volcanic eruptions on the Indian peninsula, a discovery that highlights today’s existential threat of greenhouse gasses and climate change and one that sparked an all-out war waged by the scientific est…

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Inspiring Connections Through Daily Humor 36:52

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After a successful career in film, television, and journalism in Washington, DC, Bill made a career change, becoming a successful financial advisor in the Midwest. In this new role, he tried using this then-new thing called email to stay connected with his widespread staff. To get them to regularly check their mail, he started sending out a "Though…

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Ep 240 | Jeff Kimmel | Driving Strategy, Innovation & Excellence in Med Mal and PI at SSKB New York 1:16:57

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The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 240 features Jeff Kimmel, Partner and CEO of Salenger, Sack, Kimmel & Bavaro (SSKB) in New York. Jeff shares his inspiring journey of integrating business strategy, legal innovation, and client-centered practices while honoring the mentorship of the late Marvin Salenger. He reminds us to go where life takes you, e…

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A Family’s Hidden Holocaust History 36:51

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In this captivating memoir, the author embarks on a deeply personal journey to uncover her family's hidden history during the Holocaust while pursuing Austrian citizenship. As Austria opens the door to reparation citizenship for descendants of those victimized by the Nazi and Austrofascist regimes, Anne digs through fragments of family stories and …

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Ada Ferrer, "Cuba: An American History" (Scribner, 2021) 53:27

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“No country is ever just one thing.” In her new book Cuba: An American History (Scribner, 2021), NYU historian Ada Ferrer shows this again and again. In clear and engaging prose, Ferrer narrates five centuries of history from a decidedly different angle than previous one-volume studies; the main drivers of history in this book are not just familiar…

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A True Story of Big Government vs. A Determined Widow 49:48

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Set in the harsh, windswept beauty of Newberry Springs, California in 1964, Mrs. Orcutt’s Driveway tells the remarkable true story of an independent, retired woman living alone with her goats, tortoises, and a homemade lake—on a quiet, forgotten stretch of Route 66. But when the state tried to force her off her land in the name of "progress," she d…

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How Aging Affects Testosterone and Estrogen 35:47

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Dr. Marianne Pinkston is a graduate of the University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio, and of the CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Family Practice Residency Program. Graduating in 1997 and starting her clinical solo practice in 2000 with her husband, Dr. Pinkston provided South Texas with the best general care in family practice until 2007, when she…

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Ep 239 | Victoria Inoyo | Director of Advising at Juris Education - A Leading Law School Admissions Consulting Edtech Startup 41:05

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The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 239 features Victoria Inoyo, Director of Advising at Juris Education, a leading law school admissions consulting edtech startup. 🎓 Victoria shares her passion for guiding aspiring law students through the competitive admissions process — helping them craft authentic applications and discover their "why" for pursui…

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How to Turn Failure into Incredible Success 50:13

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She CAN’T WAIT to take you on this journey with her. Because you DESERVE to experience the true adventure called life, the way you are MEANT to. Achieving one’s dreams has a TRANSFORMATIONAL effect that will make your life EXCEPTIONAL, she says. She wants to teach you the SECRET FORMULA. She wants you to allow her to help you STOP doubting your dre…

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Roula's Interview With Taylor Swift For The Life Of A Show Girl 16:59

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How the Credit Reporting System Works 50:16

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She has designed her website to provide an affordable way for consumers to learn the realities of consumer credit, avoiding the myths that many companies falsely claim they can accomplish. The goal is for YOU to understand how the credit system works and improve your own credit. Developing this life skill will help YOU qualify for credit by utilizi…

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I Survived the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps 41:43

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What happens when you refuse to walk on a flag—and get caught listening to music? In the Shadows of the IRGC is the harrowing true story of Sherman Jason Niamehr, born in Florence, Italy, to a Muslim mother and a Jewish father. Raised between two cultures, Sherman’s life changed forever the day he refused to step on a painted American and Israeli f…

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Vanessa Fonseca-Chávez and Anita Huízar-Hernández eds., "meXicana Roots and Routes: Listening to People, Places, and Pasts" (U Arizona Press, 2025) 22:00

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Community voices are often an underrepresented aspect of our historical and cultural knowledge of the U.S. Southwest. In this episode, we sit down with Vanessa Fonseca-Chávez and Anita Huízar-Hernández, editors of meXicana Roots and Routes: Listening to People, Places, and Pasts (U Arizona Press, 2025). In this collection, established and emerging …

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The Mark Twain Boyhood Home 47:00

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The frame house, known as the Mark Twain Boyhood Home, was constructed about 1843 or 1844. The Clemens family lived here until leaving town in 1853. Following their departure, this became a rental property. In 1911 it was scheduled for demolition to make way for a larger building. The Hannibal Commercial Club (forerunner to the Chamber of Commerce)…

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Ep 238 | Donald Smolen | Fighting for Justice in Catastrophic Tort Cases at The Alpha Firm in Tulsa, OK 1:05:55

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The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 238 features Donald "Don" E. Smolen II, Owner & Attorney at Smolen Law | The Alpha Firm in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Raised on a ranch just south of Tulsa, Don's grit and work ethic shaped his career, and after earning both his B.A. in Psychology and his J.D. with honors at the University of Tulsa, he founded Smolen Law, b…

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An Incomparable Blend of Humor, Talent, and Charisma 29:44

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She is a versatile American actress, author, comedienne, and television personality with a diverse range of credits to her name. Born and raised in Bethel Park, Pennsylvania, April discovered her passion for entertainment at an early age. She honed her skills in acting and comedy over the years, eventually making a name for herself in the competiti…

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Transform Your Health & Elevate Your Life 40:49

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She is a board-certified physician in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics, trained in Functional, Integrative, and Environmental Medicine with 25 years’ experience. She has a brick-and-mortar practice in Costa Mesa, CA where she helps patients with mystery illnesses, with autoimmune issues, mold illness, chronic infections, mast cell activation syndro…

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Ep 237 | David Craig | Choosing the Right Lawyer & His New Book It's Never Been Easier to Hire the Wrong Attorney 54:04

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The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 237 features David Craig, Founder and Managing Partner at Craig, Kelley & Faultless, LLC in Indianapolis, Indiana. David shares insights from decades of advocating for injury victims and dives into his new book, It's Never Been Easier to Hire the Wrong Attorney, which helps clients navigate today's legal landscape…

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Mark Twain, America's Most Famous Humorist 30:12

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John Isaac Jones's new biographical novel on Samuel Langhorne Clemens, A/K/A Mark Twain, brings the fascinating life of America's most famous humorist to you in vivid, captivating detail. His time - 1840s-1910 America. Wagon trains moving west; California gold rush; telegraph invented; War between the States; Lincoln assassinated; the golden spike;…

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Exposing The World of Trophy Hunting 37:09

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The killing of Cecil the lion by Walter Palmer in 2015 showed there are a handful of people who occasionally kill an animal for kicks, right? Wrong! 20,000 endangered animals were shot by trophy hunters last year. The total figure is closer to 100,000 animals if you include unprotected species. And this number does not count animals shot by people …

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Ep 236 | Katie Daryl | TV host & AXS TV VP on Her Journey From Radio DJ to Music Media Star 50:27

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The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 236 features Katie Daryl — award-winning TV host, producer, and VP of Programming at AXS TV. From her early start as a teen radio DJ, to reporting for MTV's Choose or Lose, co-hosting The Mark Cuban Show, and creating smash hit series like The World's Greatest Tribute Bands and The Top Ten Revealed, Katie has buil…

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A Practical Understanding of Economics 39:34

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He aims to replace economic frustration with a practical understanding of our economy and empower us to identify and advocate for a better approach to the problems we face. Howard Yaruss breaks down our economic system in a straightforward, nonpartisan way, avoiding jargon, formulas, graphs, and other technical material so common in books on this s…

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Learning to Use the Unused Moments of Life 31:53

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Do you feel like your life is just too busy and you do not have enough time for all you need to do? He will show you how to make every moment count, just like the most successful people in the world do. The truth is—you have no less and no more time in your day than Elon Musk, Warren Buffet, The President of the United States, Taylor Swift, and Sim…

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Revealing The Root Cause of Diabetes 1:08:57

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His personal journey started as a retail pharmacist just trying to help diabetic patients. What he learned over the last decade is that teaching patients about the impact of diet, medications and lifestyle is the most valuable tool for improving health outcomes. He wanted to use his background as a pharmacist to fill that need for patient education…

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There Are No Bad Dogs 33:54

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Everybody loves dogs, right? Kathleen Troy is a dog lover who has been involved with dog training for 20+ years, and she is ready to share her knowledge. When she is not writing, traveling, or classroom lecturing, Kathleen enjoys visiting local schools and groups to share her stories and teach about dog responsibility. As a college writing professo…

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Finding The Best Version of Yourself 53:49

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Everyone looks back on their youth and thinks, “I wish I knew then what I know now.…” This is a book for young adults who want to know right now what so many wish they had known back then. What is happy, anyway? Where do you find it? Finding Happy is for young adults starting their adult journey, and for those well into theirs who have not yet sigh…

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Philis Barragán-Goetz, "Reading, Writing, and Revolution: Escuelitas and the Emergence of a Mexican American Identity in Texas" (U Texas Press, 2020) 52:04

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Debates about Ethnic Studies in K-12 and Higher Education have highlighted the importance of culturally inclusive pedagogy in schools. Despite discussions about Ethnic Studies, there is a more extended history of Mexican-origin people pushing for culturally responsive education. In Reading, Writing, and Revolution: Escuelitas and the Emergence of a…

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Vanessa Diaz, "Manufacturing Celebrity: Latino Paparazzi and Women Reporters in Hollywood" (Duke UP, 2020) 50:01

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While Hollywood’s images present a veneer of fantasy for some, the work to create such images is far from escapism. In Manufacturing Celebrity: Latino Paparazzi and Women Reporters in Hollywood (Duke University Press, 2020), anthropologist Vanessa Díaz examines the raced and gendered hierarchies and inequalities that are imbricated within the work …