Best Michael J Hall Podcasts (2025)

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Moynihan: the media pretends we don't know the motive for political violence | The Moynihan Report 59:09

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Dan Turrentine joins Michael for a discussion about the Democratic party's strategic failures, the internal conflict over its rising progressive wing, and the media's biased coverage of recent political violence. Subscribe to the YouTube! (00:00) Introduction (01:13) James Comey Indictment (06:48) Democratic Missteps (30:19) Media Influence 39:30 P…

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HIM LIVE (Featuring Korey Kilgore, Samantha Soriano and Patrick Nelson) 38:24

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On the 476th episode of Piecing It Together Podcast we are LIVE from Downtown Cinemas to talk about HIM with guests Korey Kilgore, Samantha Soriano and Patrick Nelson. This crossroads between football and the devil was produced by Jordan Peele but doesn't quite come together the way we'd hoped. Puzzle pieces include Whiplash, Rosemary's Baby, Late …

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Why I'm defending Jimmy Kimmel (and it's not why you think) | The Moynihan Report 1:01:55

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Mike Pesca and Michael Moynihan are here to talk about the return of Jimmy Kimmel—was it the perfect comedy feint, half retreat, half sucker punch, or something else? Subscribe on YouTube! (00:00) Introduction (01:14) Jimmy Kimmel's Return (07:29) Media Bias (28:19) Conspiracy Theories (33:20) Antifa and Domestic Terrorism (38:52) Political Violenc…

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Michael Leung | How I Tested An Assisted Hearing Device 33:14

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In this episode we interview Michael Leung. Michael, is the CEO and founder of the Flo Group. He’s built his company around a simple mission, which is making hearing solutions accessible, affordable, and life-changing for people of all ages. We discuss how his own personal experiences have shaped his approach to product development and testing. Spe…

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Pastor Troy Talks Infamous Rap Beef With No Limit Records, Growing Up In The Church, And Grieving The Loss Of His Father. 42:44

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Pastor Troy sits down with Rachel Renee' and Big Court to discuss his upbringing in the church and being the son of a pastor. PT admits that his parents were supportive of his rap career despite their strong religious beliefs and practices. He released his first album, We Ready (I Declare War), in 1999. To generate attention and buzz, he attacked r…

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Beyond the Barrel: Jeff Cohn’s Reflections on Wine, Legacy, and Living with Passion 1:36:59

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Get ready for an iconic journey through an unsung corner of California wine country on this episode of Beats Vines & Life. Host MJ Towler is on the road, welcoming the legendary Jeff Cohn—founder of JC Cellars and a mastermind of California Zinfandel and Rhône varietals—for a conversation that's as rich and layered as the wines they sip. From humbl…

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A Big Bold Beautiful Journey LIVE (Featuring Teresa O'Hara, Danny Chandia & Darlene Dalmaceda) 47:40

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On the 475th episode of Piecing It Together we are LIVE from Maya Cinemas in Las Vegas with Teresa O'Hara, Danny Chandia and Darlene Dalmaceda to talk about A Big Bold Beautiful Journey! This magical romance from Kogonada starring Margot Robbie and Colin Farrell explores all kinds of ideas about love and life. Puzzle pieces include Eternal Sunshine…

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Michael Beach Nichols: Perfect Wife 1:03:52

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Most of us have heard about Sherri Papini. She’s the woman who faked her own kidnapping in 2016, which terrified her husband and soon sparked outrage in her Northern California community. Michael Beach Nichols is the director and producer of the Hulu series, “Perfect Wife: The Mysterious Disappearance of Sherri Papini.” He tells US about his experi…

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Colby Hall on Charlie Kirk, Jimmy Kimmel, and Donald J. Trump | The Moynihan Report 1:04:23

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Michael Moynihan butts heads with Mediaite founder Colby Hall over political language. Subscribe to the YouTube. (00:00) Introduction (01:38) Media Dynamics (33:20) Political Obsession and Patriotism (36:43) Authoritarianism vs. Fascism (44:43) The Impact of Media and Political Violence (01:03:00) Final Thoughts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priva…

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Spinal Tap II: The End Continues (Featuring Ryan Pak) 31:45

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On the 474th episode of Piecing It Together, Ryan Pak of Soundtrack Your Life Podcast joins me to talk about Spinal Tap II: The End Continues! Against all odds, these rockers are still with us, still rocking and still hilarious. Puzzle pieces include A Mighty Wind, Popstar, Kingsman: The Golden Circle and Happy Gilmore 2. As always, SPOILER ALERT f…

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How Charlie Kirk’s assassination ‘created an army’ of new conservatives | The Moynihan Report 1:02:39

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Journalist and author Mary Katherine Ham joins Michael Moynihan to talk about the recent assassination of Charlie Kirk. Subscribe to the YouTube! (00:00:00) Introduction (00:10:32) Political Violence History (00:21:12) Charlie Kirk's Assassination (00:31:36) Social Media Impact (00:42:34) Audience Questions (00:52:39) University Culture Discussion …

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Michael Clemens on the Trillion-Dollar Question of Immigration 57:48

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On this episode, Nathan Goodman is joined by Michael Clemens to discuss why immigration policy matters not just for migrants themselves but for broader economic growth. Drawing on his influential work, including “Economics and Emigration: Trillion-Dollar Bills on the Sidewalk?” (JEP, 2011) and “The Place Premium: Bounding the Price Equivalent of Mi…

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Bryan Burrough: The Gunfighters 50:22

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We’ve heard from my buddy Bryan Burrough before for one of his Audible books based on a true crime story. His new book is very different. It’s called The Gunfighters: How Texas Made the West Wild. Enough said. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/4gF2K18 See more information on my boo…

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Alan Dershowitz on Kirk, Epstein, and Netanyahu | The Moynihan Report 1:03:45

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Alan Dershowitz talks to Moynihan about recent events surrounding the state of Israel, the assassination of Charlie Kirk, and why he was friends with Epstein? Subscribe to the YouTube! (00:00) Introduction (05:28) Charlie Kirk (15:35) Epstein (32:58) Israel (41:16) Palestine (48:02) Free Speech (59:27) The US and Israel (01:01:35) Final Thoughts Ho…

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The Long Walk LIVE (Featuring Daniel Howat) 25:36

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On the 473rd episode of Piecing It Together, we are LIVE from AMC Town Square after an early screening of The Long Walk with film critic Daniel Howat. This adaptation of the Stephen King novel from JT Mollner and Francis Lawerence features a great young cast and a lot of walking. Puzzle pieces include Speed, Ploattoon, Cool Hand Luke and The Hunger…

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Israel, Qatar, and the new Middle East with Eli Lake | The Moynihan Report 1:11:24

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Eli Lake is a seasoned journalist and national security reporter, currently writing for The Free Press and hosting the "Breaking History" podcast. In this episode, Eli joins Michael Moynihan to discuss the recent Israeli strike in Qatar, the shifting dynamics of Middle Eastern alliances, and the broader implications for political Islam and Western …

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Joao Moita | How I Tested Product Weekend 35:41

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Summary In this episode we interview Moita, the Founder and CEO of Product Weekend. He shares his journey from studying aerospace engineering to becoming a product manager and eventually creating what is now called Product Weekend. It is a community of Product Management enthusiasts who share their experiences and take their careers to the next lev…

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The Maverick of Moon Mountain: Phil Coturri Reflects on a Life of Complexity 1:12:30

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Get ready for a journey through time, culture, and the lush hills of Sonoma Valley on this episode of Beats Vines & Life. Host MJ Towler sits down with the legendary Phil Coturri, a man known as The Godfather of organic mountain grape viticulture and the force behind Enterprise Vineyard Management and Winery 16600. In this colorful conversation, Ph…

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The Conjuring: Last Rites LIVE (Featuring Gina Mizzoni, Tia Bean and J Spaghetti) 46:40

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On the 472nd episode of Piecing It Together, we are LIVE from Downtown Cinemas to talk about The Conjuring: Last Rites, the "final" (sure) film in the hugely successful Conjuring universe. Puzzle pieces include The Haunted, Mirror Mirror and The Entity. As always, SPOILER ALERT for The Conjuring: Last Rites and the movies we discuss! Written by Ian…

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James Polchin: Shadow Men 59:21

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Our story this week is set in the 1920s in Westchester County, New York…it’s a Jazz Age mystery. A young ex-sailor is found dead on a desolate road. A suspect from a wealthy family admits to the murder, but he claims that he was trying to protect a dangerous secret. Author James Polchin’s book, Shadow Men unravels a mystery more than a century old.…

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Epi 229: Gary Grant-Life on the Road with INXS-Part 2 1:33:04

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INXS fans are in for another treat with Part Two of our fascinating deep dive with the inimitable Gary Grant who joined the INXS family in 1981. His contribution was as large as any in ensuring INXS’ business affairs, touring and promotional efforts were A grade in every way. A great storyteller, we get fascinating insights into the game-changing t…

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Honey Don't! (Featuring Natasha Hall) 30:44

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On the 471st episode of Piecing It Together, real life private detective Natasha Hall joins me to talk about Honey Don't! The latest from Ethan Coen and his wife Tricia Cooke continues their trilogy of lesbian detective stories. Puzzle pieces include The Long Goodbye, Bottoms, Red State and of course, the films Natasha Hall and Suffrage which are b…

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Cynthia Rothrock Talks Starring In Over 60 Movies, China O'Brien Movies, And Paving The Way For Female Martial Artist/Action Stars. 1:21:54

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Cynthia Rothrock is a martial arts expert and athlete, who went on to become a film actress, starring in a number of highly successful martial arts action movies. She first made a name as an action actress in Hong Kong before going on to wow audiences in her home turf. At the time of her popularity, she was well-known as the "Queen of Martial Arts …

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Is the internet a blessing or a curse? Moynihan & Rushkoff face off | The Moynihan Report 1:02:04

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Is the internet good or bad? How can technology be directed? Doug Rushkoff is here to help us parse through these questions and more as we discuss his most recent book, Program or be Programmed: 11 Commands for the AI Future. Subscribe to the YouTube! (0:00) Introduction (1:37) Internet Beginnings (4:18) AI & Society (8:00) Big Tech (11:25) Polariz…

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Chandran Kukathas on "Dialogues on Immigration and the Open Society" 1:06:50

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On this episode, Peter Boettke chats with political theorist Chandran Kukathas on his latest book, Dialogues on Immigration and the Open Society (Routledge, 2025), which addresses the most important ethical and political questions about immigration and aims to teach by questioning rather than preaching. He urges conceptual clarity about terms like …

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The Toxic Avenger LIVE (Featuring Michael Keene, William-Patrick Coleman and Brianna Florian) 44:40

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On the 470th episode of Piecing It Together we are LIVE from Downtown Cinemas in Las Vegas to talk about The Toxic Avenger! I'm joined by Michael Keene, William-Patrick Coleman and Brianna Florian to discuss this new take on the Troma classic. Puzzle pieces include Freaked, Super, Little Nicky and Frankenstein. As always, SPOILER ALERT for The Toxi…

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Dan Slater: The Incorruptibles 59:01

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New York in the early 1900s was filled with people trying to make their lives better. But for many, the rise of organized crime kept them in constant fear. On the Lower East Side, Jewish criminals from Eastern Europe formed crime syndicates. There were gangs of horse poisoners, casino owners, thieves and thugs. But then a group of Jewish uptowners …

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Epi 228: Gary Grant – Life on the Road with INXS 1:21:20

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Strap yourself in, because this week Haydn & Bee crank it up with none other than Gary Grant, INXS’s powerhouse Touring Manager! From sweaty pub gigs to sold-out stadiums, Gary was the guy making sure the lights, the sound, and the chaos all came together for the ultimate INXS experience. He takes us backstage, on the buses, and across the globe wi…

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September 2025 Trailers (Special Episode) 34:37

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On this special episode I'm joined by Jason Harris of Awesome Movie Year to talk about the trailers for a whole bunch of movies coming out in September 2025. This month's lineup includes The Baltimorons, Highest 2 Lowest, The Long Walk, Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale, Xeno, One Battle After Another, The Strangers: Chapter 2, Gabbys Dollhouse: The …

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Debating Charlottesville: Trump’s response and the free speech fight | The Moynihan Report 48:17

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Author Deborah Baker joins The Moynihan Report to talk about her new book, Charlottesville: An American Story. The book covers the Unite the Right rally, where thousands of neo-Nazis, members of the KKK, and white supremacists protested the removal of Confederate monuments. Subscribe to The Moynihan Report on YouTube! (00:00) Introduction (04:25) U…

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Charles Sims | How I Tested The NBA Fan Experience 37:10

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In this episode we interview Charles Sims. Charles is the ex-CTO for the Los Angeles Clippers NBA team and currently Founder of Skafld, an end-to-end venture studio partner, turning visionary ideas into real-world success. Charles shares his journey from the entertainment industry to becoming the CTO of the Clippers. We dug into how experimentation…

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Big Court & Rachel Renee' Talk The Wayans Brothers, Messy Podcast And Blogs, Glorilla, Megan Thee Stallion, And If Female Rappers Are Saving Hip Hop. 1:37:53

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Big Court & his co-host/daughter Rachel Renee' discuss the genius of the Wayans family as they are inducted into the NAACP Image Awards Hall Of Fame. They also debate if female rappers like Glorrila, Cardi B, Megan Thee Stallion, and Doja Cat are contributing to the preservation of Hip Hop as they dominate the charts. Big Court & Rachel Renee' also…

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Drinking to the Future: Inside Sonoma’s Organic and Biodynamic Wine Revolution at S.O.R.B.E.T 1:31:51

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Welcome back to another episode of Beats Vines & Life! Today, we’re taking you inside the vibrant, forward-thinking world of Sonoma’s wine scene with a recap of the S.O.R.B.E.T tasting in San Francisco —no, not the dessert, but the Sonoma Organic Regenerative Biodynamic Educational Tasting, where the future of wine and sustainable farming takes cen…

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Tanya Talaga: The Knowing 56:48

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If you’ve ever dug deep into your family history, you know that there are sometimes surprises. Author Tanya Talaga discovered that the life of her great-great grandmother Annie Carpenter was mostly unknown because she was Indigenous. It’s a struggle that many Indigenous people in Canada have: how do you learn about your family’s past without crucia…

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Borat director on pulling no punches in his new memoir 59:32

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Michael Moynihan is joined by Larry Charles, the Emmy, Peabody, and Golden Globe winning writer, producer, and director behind Seinfeld, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Entourage, Mad About You, Borat, Brüno, The Dictator, and Religulous. Charles joins us to discuss his new memoir, Comedy Samurai: Forty Years of Blood, Guts, and Laughter. Subscribe to the Yo…

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Eddington (Featuring Ryan Luis Rodriguez) 38:16

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On the 469th episode of Piecing It Together, Ryan Luis Rodriguez joins me to talk about Eddington. Ari Aster's pandemic dark comedy is unsurprisingly polarizing, but we both loved it. Puzzle pieces include No Country For Old Men, Nashville, Eyes Wide Shut and First Reformed. As always, SPOILER ALERT for Eddington and the movies we discuss! Written …

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Why did New York City’s murder rate plummet? | The Moynihan Report 1:00:53

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Michael Moynihan is joined by former police officer Peter Moskos to discuss his new book, Back from the Brink: Inside the NYPD and New York City's Extraordinary 1990s Crime Drop. Subscribe to the YouTube. (00:00) Introduction (01:26) Policing in the 90s (05:53) Crime Prevention (17:04) Policing Strategies (23:40) Corruption (26:13) Modern Policing …

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Havoc The Mouthpiece -Part 2- Talks Internal Conflict With South Central Cartel, Issues With Havikk The Rimeson And LV, Def Jam, And Russell Simmons. 1:08:08

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Havoc The Mouthpiece is the West Coast gangsta rapper/impresario played an important role in South Central Cartel's success as one of the more recognized early- to late-'90s rap collectives to come from Los Angeles. Not to be confused with Havoc from Mobb Deep. Havoc also aided in SCC being signed to Def Jam and he is son of Robert "Squirrel" Leste…

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Karyn White Talks Growing Up In L.A., LA Reid, Babyface, Terry Lewis, Real Estate Success, And New Movies. 1:21:40

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Karyn White's self-titled debut album Karyn White was released in 1988. It was produced by L.A. Reid and Babyface and achieved platinum status in the U.S.. The album contained the Hot 100 hit singles "The Way You Love Me", "Secret Rendezvous", and "Superwoman" as well as the No. 1 R&B hit "Love Saw It", a duet with Babyface himself. White was nomin…

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Community, Connection, and Creativity: What to Expect at the Must-Attend 2026 DTC Wine Symposium 30:16

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Welcome to a special bonus episode of Beats, Vines & Life—your go-to podcast at the intersection of music, wine, and the vibrant rhythms of everyday living. In this episode, host MJ Towler takes us to the stunning Sonoma Mountain in California for an exclusive, sun-soaked conversation with Barbara Gorder and Brian Baker, the powerhouse duo behind t…

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Timothy J. Dunn on Migrant Deaths and the Human Cost of Border Militarization 1:34:10

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On this episode, Nathan Goodman interviews sociologist Timothy Dunn on the militarization of the U.S.-Mexico border and its consequences for human rights. Dunn discusses how U.S. border militarization grew out of the Cold War era “low intensity conflict” doctrine and was expanded by both parties through the 1990s strategy of “prevention through det…

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Alex Eliseev: Cold Case Confession 56:51

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This week on Wicked Words on Exactly Right: in 1999, a woman named Betty Ketani went missing in Johannesburg, South Africa. She just vanished from the restaurant where she was working. Then a letter found 13 years later changed everything. Author Alex Eliseev tells me about his book Cold Case Confession—a real Agatha Christie story. Support this po…