It S A True Story Podcast

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Serial

Serial Productions & The New York Times

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Our newest podcast, “The Retrievals, Season 2” is out now. Search for it wherever you get your podcasts, or follow it here: lnk.to/retrievals2 Serial Productions makes narrative podcasts that have transformed the medium. Sign up for our newsletter at nytimes.com/serialnewsletter to find out about new shows, get behind the scenes stories, and see photos and videos you can’t see on a podcast. To get full access to Serial Productions shows, and to other New York Times podcasts on Apple Podcasts ...

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True Crime Conversations

Mamamia Podcasts

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True Crime Conversations explores the world’s most notorious crimes by speaking to the people who know the most about them. Follow us on TikTok @truecrimeconversations Want us to cover a case on the podcast? Email us at [email protected]

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A Slight Change of Plans

Pushkin Industries

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What happens when life doesn’t go according to plan? In this award-winning podcast, cognitive scientist Dr. Maya Shankar explores how we experience change and strategies we can use to better navigate moments of upheaval. Maya’s life took a dramatic turn when an injury ended her career as a violinist and inspired her to study the science of change. Named Apple Podcasts’ Best Show of the Year, A Slight Change of Plans features deeply personal stories and scientific insights about who we are an ...

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Trust Me: Cults, Extreme Belief, and Manipulation

Exactly Right and iHeartPodcasts

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Trust Me is a weekly interview podcast about cults, extreme belief, and the fine line between devotion and delusion—told through firsthand accounts from the people who lived it. Hosted by two women who’ve been in cults themselves, Lola Blanc and Meagan Elizabeth, the show features survivors from groups like Heaven’s Gate, the Manson Family, NXIVM, OneTaste and more–sharing personal stories of how they got in, how they got out, and everything in between. Each week, they invite these guests al ...

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Charlie's Place

Pushkin Industries

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How did a Black man in 1940s Jim Crow South open a club where Black and white people danced together? Charlie’s Place was revolutionary, and that meant it was dangerous. In this 5-part series, host Rhym Guissé explores the unbelievable true story of Charlie Fitzgerald, a mysterious Black businessman whose nightclub became an unlikely site of integration in 1940s Myrtle Beach. Charlie broke down racial barriers through the power of music and dance, hosting some of the greatest musicians of ou ...

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Happier with Gretchen Rubin

Gretchen Rubin / The Onward Project

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Gretchen Rubin is HAPPIER, and she wants you to be happier too. The #1 bestselling author of The Happiness Project and Better Than Before gets more personal than ever as she brings her practical, manageable advice about happiness and good habits to this lively, thought-provoking podcast. Gretchen’s cohost and guinea pig is her younger sister, Elizabeth Craft, a TV writer and producer living in Los Angeles, who (lovingly) refers to Gretchen as her happiness bully. Sales and Distribution by Le ...

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The Girlfriends: Jailhouse Lawyer - Season 3

iHeartPodcasts and Novel

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What does it mean to be a victim, or a villain? What happens when the line between the two starts to blur? On 7th July 2010, Kelly Harnett says her abusive boyfriend murdered a man right in front of her. So how did she end up in prison for it? Anna Sinfield - the journalist behind the global number 1 podcast, The Girlfriends, returns with her toughest story yet. This series isn’t a whodunnit. It’s not even really about what happened. It’s about how a woman who was a victim of domestic violen ...

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What if it's True Podcast

Cameron Buckner

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The What if its True Podcast features odd stories from ordinary people like you and me. Each episode will have one or more stories the writers claim are true. You can dismiss them as told by folks with great imaginations. You might even call them liars. Most people do. If you're like me though, there is always that nagging question you ask, but can't get an answer to. That question: What if it's True? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-if-it-s-true-podc ...

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The Trials of Frank Carson

Los Angeles Times

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From Christopher Goffard, the Los Angeles Times reporter and host behind the hit podcasts “Dirty John” and “Detective Trapp,” comes a new eight-episode true crime podcast, “The Trials of Frank Carson.” “The Trials of Frank Carson” is a story of power, politics and the law in California’s Central Valley. Frank Carson was Stanislaus County’s most controversial defense attorney, a wizard with juries and a courtroom brawler with an unapologetically caustic style. He racked up legal wins for deca ...

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Burden of Guilt

iHeartPodcasts and Glass Podcasts

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Burden of Guilt has been turned into a docuseries, now streaming only on Paramount+. Available to watch HERE! And make sure to binge all episodes of the podcast that inspired the show before you watch! Burden of Guilt tells the harrowing story of Tracyraquel Berns, a woman who has spent the last four decades of her life at the center of one of the most bizarre and disturbing cases in American History. When she was just two years old, her baby brother tragically died. He was only four months ...

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Infamous

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Behind every infamous news story is a journalist trying to hold power to account. Join reporters Vanessa Grigoriadis, Gabriel Sherman, and Natalie Robehmed as they take an in-depth look at the most explosive scandals of this century. From high-profile divorces to sex cults to the lies that started a war, they’ll guide you through the juiciest, most outrageous, celeb-filled stories of the last two decades, and give you a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to shine an unflattering light o ...

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What Came Next

Broken Cycle Media

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What happens after the experiences of true crime survivors have been shared with the world? Does the media truly capture all it entails to survive such tragedy in the public eye? What comes after the convictions are in, the cameras stop rolling, and the court of public opinion has spoken? Can sharing our stories lead to justice, and is there ever really justice? These questions and many more are discussed on the new true crime docuseries podcast brought to you by Broken Cycle Media. What Cam ...

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Absolute

Lava for Good Podcasts

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Absolute, Season 1: Taser Incorporated is at once a tale as old as time - a true believer learns the hard way that the costs of lofty ambition and hubris just might outweigh even the most optimistic upside - and a thoroughly modern story of technology overtaking the very people it is meant to serve. In this case: the ubiquitous electric gun carried by cops everywhere and inspiring comedic shenanigans in movies like The Hangover. Host and documentarian Nick Berardini has been obsessed with th ...

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The Robertson Stash Podcast: Motivational Stories from Glass Artists and Life’s True Innovators

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A motivational podcast and exploration into the vibrant world of glass artistry, creativity, and the unexpected paths we all navigate in life. The Robertson Stash Podcast, hosted by Matt Robertson, an acclaimed borosilicate glass artist celebrated for his whimsical safari animal designs, this podcast transcends the art of glassblowing to delve into broader themes of ambition, authenticity, and the unique journeys we embark upon. At its core, glass artistry is a blend of skill, passion, and i ...

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Eavesdroppin'

Eavesdroppin‘

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Funny, a little foul-mouthed and full of heart, this is Eavesdroppin‘ - a comedy-chat podcast hosted by Geordie & Michelle focussing on real life, true crime, the supernatural and anything else worth chatting about. Have you ever overheard someone else‘s conversation and wanted to join in? Happens all the time to Geordie & Michelle - they even had a woman walk out of a shop without paying for her groceries because she was eavesdroppin‘ so hard! Now you don‘t have to stalk the pair in superma ...

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Best Of Reddit Stories 2025

Best Of Reddit Stories 2025

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Best Of Reddit Stories 2025 Dive Into Anything Reddit is home to thousands of communities, endless conversation, and authentic human connection. Whether you're into breaking news, sports, TV fan theories, or a never-ending stream of the internet's cutest animals, there's a community on Reddit for you.Reddit is an American social news aggregation, web content rating, and discussion website. Registered members submit content to the site such as links, text posts, images, and videos, which are ...

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Narratively Out Loud

Narratively

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The diverse human storytelling of Narratively.com, spoken out loud. www.narratively.com

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Cheating Stories From Reddit - r/cheating

Cheating Stories From Reddit - r/cheating

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Cheating Stories From Reddit - r/cheating "Cheaters exposed. Secrets revealed. All from Reddit." Betrayal, heartbreak, and shocking secrets—straight from the internet’s most brutally honest corner. Reddit Cheating Stories is your go-to podcast for raw, unfiltered tales of infidelity, exposed lies, emotional fallout, and jaw-dropping revenge. Sourced from real Reddit threads and confession posts, each episode dives into the messy, complicated world of modern relationships—where no secret stay ...

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DREAM THINK DO | Motivation, Encouragement & Strategy

Mitch Matthews I Success Coach, Speaker & Coach’s Coach

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The DREAM THINK DO podcast gets YOU the stories, science and strategies you need to DREAM bigger, THINK better and DO more of what you were put on the planet to do! With guests like Brendon Burchard, Lewis Howes, Sara Haines, Michael Hyatt and Paula Faris, as well as deep dives from D.T.D.’s creator Mitch Matthews, you’ll be inspired and equipped to take your work and your life to new levels. Please subscribe below and leave a rating and review!

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The Book of the Dead

Courtney Liso

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Hosted by Courtney Liso, The Book of the Dead is a true crime podcast that focuses on the victims of lesser-known crimes. Each episode presents a deep dive into a case from around the world, dissecting the details to tell the whole story of who each victim was, in addition to what happened to them. Formerly hosted by a mother-daughter team, the podcast has evolved with one host, taking the care necessary to ensure each victim is honored as they should be. Join Courtney every Wednesday at 12a ...

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Debi Marshall Investigates Frozen Lies

Foxtel

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What begins with a body in a kitchen freezer leads Debi Marshall to a sordid tale of seduction and lies, from Adelaide, to the Outback to the Adriatic Coast. Debi's investigation is the story of the five-part true crime series on Foxtel; Debi Marshall Investigates Frozen Lies. But the story of murder Victim Derrance Stevenson, draws Debi into the web of one of Australia's most terrifying network of paedophiles, known colloquially as 'The Family'. Despite the horrifying scale of the cries, on ...

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It's All True!

Tim Barnes

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This conversational storytelling podcas features interviews with a wide range of guests who are prompted to reveal a headline for a funny personal true story. Hosted by comedian Tim Barnes, "It's All True!" is quick, sonically rich and always fun. timbarnescomedy.substack.com

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Cult of Body & Soul

Jess Rothschild & Broadway Podcast Network

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“Cult of Body & Soul” is a 7-part docu-series that explores how SOULCYCLE transcended fitness as it captured the New York City zeitgeist with ritual, candlelight and cult of personality. We expose the intoxicating power dynamic between riders and instructors, the gate-kept instructor training program, the true story behind founders Julie Rice and Elizabeth Cutler, and the political scandal that torched the brand’s image. Featuring interviews with instructors, studio managers, front desk staf ...

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Untraditionally Lala

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You’ve seen LaLa Kent laugh, cry, and even scream for eight seasons as she broke ALL the Vanderpump Rules, now she sets and sometimes bends her own rules on her new podcast “Untraditionally Lala.” She invites you to a whole new Lala land, where mistakes are met with maturity, and regrets are roads to self-reflection. Don’t worry, she’s still the unpredictable Lala Kent that isn’t afraid to face her fears AND her frenemies, but now she’s armed with life experiences as seen on tv! Lala lures y ...

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Off the Charts Music Podcast

Art Gerckens and Lisa J Landone

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Welcome to “Off the Charts" the podcast that digs up original local music from yesterday so you can hear it today! Off the Charts" features stories and music from unsigned local bands mainly from 70’s, 80’s, 90's. They never made it onto the charts but they did make music that should be heard! Our purpose is to “dig” this music out (sometimes out of boxes and drawers ) and bring it to life online for new and old listeners to enjoy. Look for a new episode on the 28th of each month.If you are ...

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Reddit’s Most Shocking Stories: Jaw-Dropping Tales from Reddit

Reddit’s Most Shocking Stories: Jaw-Dropping Tales from Reddit

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Reddit’s Most Shocking Stories: Jaw-Dropping Tales from Reddit Reddit’s Most Shocking Stories brings you the wildest, most jaw-dropping, and unforgettable tales straight from the heart of Reddit. From cheating scandals, petty revenge, and scandalous confessions to paranormal encounters, near-death experiences, and creepy mysteries—nothing is off-limits. Each episode dives into real threads and real people, sharing the kinds of stories that make you gasp, laugh, cry—or sleep with the lights o ...

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Sacred Scandal

My Cultura and iHeartPodcasts

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SEASON 4: The Many Secrets of Marcial Maciel The Many Secrets of Marcial Maciel is a gripping investigative podcast uncovering the shocking life and crimes of Marcial Maciel, the founder and former leader of the Legion of Christ. Praised as a holy figure, Marcial Maciel lived a life of abuse, manipulation, and deception. Hosted by Elena Sada, a survivor and former high-ranking member of the organization, this series explores Maciel's rise to power, his extensive abuse, and his eventual downf ...

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Best Of Reddit Stories 2025 Cheating, True Crime, AITA and NSFW Stories

Best Of Reddit Stories 2025 Cheating, True Crime, AITA and NSFW Stories

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Best Of Reddit Stories 2025 Dive into the latest and greatest Reddit stories of 2025! From jaw-dropping "Am I the A**hole?" moments to heartwarming tales from r/HumansBeingBros, this collection brings together the most entertaining, shocking, and thought-provoking posts Reddit has to offer. We’re covering everything from dramatic revenge stories and awkward family confessions to inspiring life lessons and hilarious fails. Whether you’re here for the laughs, the drama, or the unexpected twist ...

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The Long Dance Podcast

Eryk Pruitt

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On February 12, 1971, in Durham, North Carolina, a 20 year-old nursing student and her 19 year-old boyfriend left a Valentine's Dance to park down a secluded lover's lane. They never returned. Two weeks later, their bodies were found deep within the Carolina pines. They had been strangled, tortured, and murdered. Their murders have never been solved. THE LONG DANCE is the story of the lives touched by the murders of Patricia Mann and Jesse McBane. Produced by crime fiction author Eryk Pruitt ...

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Crumbs

My Cultura and Sonoro

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Season 3 Crumbs is a podcast about the things we settle for, and the bits of ourselves that make us who we are. In season three, Emmy takes you through her journey of addiction and recovery. It’s a story she’ll tell in twelve steps, from the first step, Honesty, to the twelfth, Service. And all the in between: the darkness of blackouts in the depths of addiction, the bright hope of change, the relapses, and the major life changes that come with true sobriety. Tune in to season 3 to find out ...

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The Wandering Pen: Writers, Historians, and Everyday Stories

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Conversations with writers and authors, historians, and everyday voices about history, craft, resilience, and place The Wandering Pen is an eclectic podcast about history, writing, resilience, and the places and stories that matter. Each week, Christine Musser speaks with writers and authors, historians, and everyday voices who share journeys of creativity, struggle, and discovery. Together, we explore how books, personal stories, and history shape the way we understand our world—and ourselv ...

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Spooky Boo's Scary Story Time: Horror Stories of Sandcastle

Boo Rhodes

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Deep within the redwood forest of the Northern California coastline sits a town that is mostly unheard of. It is hidden by fog and hard to find, but once you get to this area, there is no leaving. Sandcastle is one of the many entrances to Purgatory and settles between the gateways of Heaven and Hell. Every day is a new day where crime is confused with the atrocities of the underworld. The preternatural creatures fight for the right of humans to live or die while science continues to confuse ...

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Indians Life in Australia-Stories based on true events!!

Sandya Veduri

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Hi, this is Sandya Veduri’ s Podcast!! Indians Life in Australia!! This Podcast is about, bringing the unique stories of Indians staying all over Australia. We, Indians are so much dependent on our parents, relatives, I mean surrounded by lot of people. Leaving all behind, staying in a country for a good, not good, best quality of life we are staying alone here. Life doesn’t go as per our expectations. There can be happy moments or some strange situations. Be it any, we bring out those stor ...

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Hi Anime

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Ready to dive deep into the ultimate anime experience that brings every epic story to life? Join our free 14-day anime mastery challenge at solunamind.com and discover premium anime content designed for true otaku seeking comprehensive anime recaps and detailed story breakdowns. Explore carefully curated Focus Packs featuring Naruto anime summary sessions, One Piece episodic summaries, Demon Slayer story analyses, and much more—all organized by specialized collections featuring the finest pr ...

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It’s Katz World Official!

It’s Katz World Official!

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A little bit of everything happens here! Whether it’s a story time about something that happened or talking about the latest things heck even Join me while I read! You can hear it for fun or maybe you’re a parent wanting a few moments to yourself to eat that chocolate without the kids knowing! Maybe you’re Going for a drive and don’t want your kid(s) on electronics pop this on and let them hear a good ole Story! Put on my podcast and let me read to you while you enjoy the peaceful minutes al ...

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The Gnomes Are Alive

Gabel Strickland & Fuschia Faulding Steward

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Dedicated reporter Jenna Torres and her wacky sidekick Tobias Murton investigate Lavaster Labs, a network of mysterious masterminds whose "strictly scientific" operations are affecting their town in unusual ways - like garden gnomes coming to life! Interview by interview, they uncover unfolding romances, unearthly substances, revenge plots, and ultimately, Lavaster Labs' true mission. Will Jenna and Tobias be able to stop them before it's too late? https://tinyurl.com/TheGnomesAreAlive

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Muslimahs in Motion: Professional Pursuits

Hawa S.

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Salaam and Welcome to "Muslimahs in Motion: Professional Pursuits"— A podcast about Muslim women building careers, balance, and barakah—one story at a time. Let me introduce you to your new favorite podcast: where we're spilling the tea on what it really means to chase your dreams while staying true to your deen. Picture this: Your girl Hawa S. sitting down for real, unfiltered convos with incredible Muslimah powerhouses who are out here literally changing the game! We're talking brilliant s ...

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Beyond the Veil Paranormal Team

Host: Mary Jensen - Co-Ghost: Perry Jones

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It’s Just A Ghost... The podcast which brings you real ghost stories from the people who experienced them. (some will be interviews and we will read the stories our listeners' email to us.) I also delve into Urban Legends and (when possible) talk with those whose real encounters prove to be more than just hearsay. There will be other surprises as well. Submit your true ghost stories to [email protected] and put GHOST in the subject line. Please provide a story title and how you ...

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Visionaryx

Omid Zamani

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Welcome to Visionaryx, where DevOps and cloud technologies come to life! In this unique podcast, tech tools engage in enlightening conversations, fully aware of their own capabilities and functionalities. Host Omid Zamani brings you these insightful dialogues, where each tool, cloud provider, or technology speaks for itself, revealing its true potential and practical applications. From CI/CD pipelines discussing their workflow to cloud services debating their strengths, each 5-10 minute epis ...

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Fatal Voyage: The Death of JFK Jr.

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One fateful night John F. Kennedy Jr. boarded a private plane with his wife and sister-in-law, flying to his cousin's wedding. Only, they never made it. Was the plane crash that led to JFK Jr.'s funeral a mere accident? Or something far more sinister, swept under the rug by Camelot—like so many of their other tragedies? This next installment in the Fatal Voyage series explores the privileged life and sudden death of John F. Kennedy Jr. Discover the dark side of the Kennedys, from scandals an ...

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All is Not Lost Podcast

Rianne Maldonado-Psychic Medium

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Love survives. Spirit survives. Our loved ones are all around us. All is Not Lost podcast with Psychic Medium, Rianne Maldonado. A paranormal podcast.“Anywhere from one-half to three-quarters of the population claim to have had one or more psychic experiences.” However, “An estimate accepted by many parapsychologists is that between 10-15 percent of the population have had an experience (ESP or PK) that cannot reasonably be explained by normal means. That still amounts to quite a few people. ...

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The Outskirts Podcast with Tanner and Friends

The Outskirts Podcast with Tanner and Friends

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Here at The Outskirts Podcast with Tanner and Friends our aim is to provide a place for our guests to share tales from the outskirts of normal life with you, our listeners. The stories and interviews we curate may include themes of life lived under extreme duress and with remarkable resilience, moments of colossal failure and redemption, high strangeness, and supernatural understanding. The human experience can be shocking, hard, strange and full of wonder. What do you make of it? We'd love ...

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