Amy and T.J. Podcast

News this week that two of Hollywood’s most famous actors both have children who dropped their last names: Tom Cruise and Brad Pitt. Suri Cruise has changed her name to her mother’s middle name, now going by Suri Noelle. Brad Pitt’s youngest daughter Vivenne has joined older sister and two other siblings In legally dropping Pitt from her name as well. We go over other celebrity kids who dropped their famous father’s last names for varying reasons and go over what the national statistics are for parental estrangement in this country, it’s higher than you might think. But there is good news, long term, for anyone who has distanced themselves from a parent… the chances for reconciliation are statistically high. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy Sunday everyone, it’s been quite the afternoon for us! We had just gotten back from lunch, in the middle of an afternoon work session, when we received a surprise phone call from our front doorman: Police were in the lobby and wanted to come up and conduct a “welfare check.” T.J. and I had very different reactions, but both of them involved confusion and a healthy dose of fear. We’ll explain what the call was about, how it scarily mimicked a horror movie we were watching the previous day, and why we still aren’t sure if we were targeted or misidentified.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We continue our Sunday series, bringing you conversations with faith, leadership and spiritual voices who can offer perspective, inspiration and hope for the week ahead. Today we sit down with leadership coach, author and former pastor Karl Martin, who has spent more than 25 years helping CEOs, athletes, executives and organizations build stronger leaders by focusing on character first. Karl shares why true leadership begins with leading yourself, how curiosity and kindness can transform relationships, and why our greatest challenge today may simply be learning how to be more human.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you running into men who only want to get physical? Kelly Bensimon is opening up to psychologist Dr. Hillary Goldsher about the men she attracts and why she tends to end relationships quickly. Dr. Hillary has the perfect messaging to convey what you DO and DON’T want in a relationship without confusion. Email us at: IDOPOD@iheartradio.com or call us at 844-4-I Do Pod (844-443-6763)Follow I Do, Part 2 on Instagram and TikTokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This was a shocking headline, apparently more than 25% percent of couples who travel either employ or endorse, airport divorcing their partners come vacation time. Some just part ways through the security lines, others meet up at the gate, but there are some couples who take it to the extreme and don’t meet back up until baggage claim at their destination. We talk through the why’s and the who’s of it all and what the experts say about this growing trend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a stunning reversal, the DOJ admitted on Friday evening that a rush complete the reflecting pool, and botched work is to blame for the peeling liner in the National Mall’s reflecting pool, NOT a three time U.S. Olympic canoeist. In fact, in its filing, the U.S. Attorney’s office claims it didn’t have all the information from the Department of the Interior before presenting a grand jury with evidence that the damage to the reflecting pool was caused by vandals. So far, there’s been no official comment from the White House.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos released two ransom notes from the person authorities believe kidnapped 83 year old Nancy Guthrie six months ago. The sheriff released them hoping to keep interest alive in the story and hoping that someone may recognize the distinctive patterns of word choice and phraseology. The two notes are chilling, the first one demanding millions of dollars “or she will be killed”, the second one acknowledging that she died shortly after being abducted. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today marks exactly 6 months since Nancy Guthrie was last seen alive, after her son-in-law dropped her off at her Tucson home on January 31st. This, as Sheriff Nanos revealed the hair sample found in Nancy’s home, turned up no identifiable leads. There is just one piece of forensic DNA left to test and Nanos acknowledged technology might not be in place to sort out the mixed DNA in the sample. Meantime, the man arrested and detained for several hours during the early days of the investigation, is now suing Pima County along with two family members, demanding a total of $3.25 million dollars for their ordeal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It was an embarrassing display on the world stage, making the United States government look either dumb or indifferent… or both. A State Department visual display at the International AIDS Conference highlighting U.S. funding for HIV in several African countries, placed every single country listed in the wrong geographical location. Not a single country was in the right place on its map of Africa. You might be surprised to hear just how few of us can place major countries on a world map, hell, only 50% of Americans could find the state of New York. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are some significant developments in the search for answers in the death of 18-year-old Nolan Wells. First, the medical examiner has completed Wells’ autopsy, but the results will not be released until a grand jury reviews the findings along with the rest of the evidence in the case. Second, an arrest has been made following death threats against a local judge whose son was on the boat with Nolan. Meantime, Wells’ family has secured an audio expert to listen to a distress call made by Nolan’s friends about their sinking boat after wild conspiracy theories continue to grow online about what passengers may be saying in the background of the call. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The prosecution called 10 first responders to the stand in the triple murder trial of 35-year-old Lindsay Clancy, accused of strangling her three young children to death. One by one, they described the horrific scene they arrived to, complete with what they saw and heard from both Lindsay and the children’s father, Patrick. Today the jury will make a rare field trip to the home where it all happened two years ago, touring the crime scene from the basement to the master bedroom window.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Robach and Holmes cover the latest news headlines and entertainment updates and give perspective on current events in their daily “Morning Run.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

55-year-old Collin Gray will spend the next 15 years behind bars, after a judge sentenced the father of 16-year-old Colt Gray for the 2024 school shooting that left 4 dead and 9 others wounded. Collin Gray gifted the assault rifle to his mentally unstable son who had shown an affinity towards school shooters in the months leading up to the mass shooting. Both father and son were sentenced on the same week, Colt getting life in prison without the possibility of parole, while Collin will be eligible for parole when he’s 70 years old.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jana Kramer is talking to veteran marriage counselor Dr. Emerson Eggerichs and his daughter Joy about the importance of effective communication to maintain a healthy relationship, and why you can’t bring your past into your future if you want it to succeed. Plus, they tell us about their new children’s book that is perfect for any parent going through divorce with young kids! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An Arizona District Attorney has announced that parents Angelo and Alexus Fiordilino will not be charged in the near fatal drowning of their 18 month old son. The toddler was pronounced dead after he was rushed to the hospital when his parents found him in the family’s swimming pool, unresponsive. Five hours later a worker for the medical examiner discovered the child was still alive, but police recommended the parents be charged with child abuse. Prosecutors explained why they chose not charge the parents after a full investigation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The first woman ever elected as mayor of St. Paul, Minnesota is now being investigated for sexual harassment after the Police Chief filed a formal complaint of her “illegal conduct” towards city employees. 53-year-old Kaohly Her, who served in the State House and began her term in January, is accused of sending a bizarre text saying “Happy Weiner Wednesday” with a hot dog emoji, referencing getting a “good weinering.” Chief Axel Henry also claims the Mayor’s conduct extends beyond isolated incidents and includes sexual harassment of city employees and members of the Saint Paul Police Department.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The ex-husband of Lindsay Clancy finished an emotional 2 days on the stand where he recounted finding Lindsay badly injured after a suicide attempt and then, while on a 9-1-1 call, found his three young children strangled to death. The jury saw the exercise bands Lindsay Clancy used to kill her children and then heard the disturbing, 7 minute 9-1-1 call from Patrick Clancy. It was so emotional, the judge had to speak to jurors and then called for a brief recess. When Patrick was cross examined by the defense, despite the horror of finding his children, he told jurors that Lindsay was a good and loving mom even as she mentally deteriorated, suffering from postpartum illness.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Robach and Holmes cover the latest news headlines and entertainment updates and give perspective on current event in their daily "Morning Run." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A total of 10 women are publicly accusing actor Jared Leto of sexual misconduct when they were teenagers. The BBC has a new documentary out today called Jared Leto: Hollywood’s Dark Secret where the women describe several disturbing incidents, including one who claims he had sex with her in California when she was just 17, which is below the age of consent. Leto denies the women’s allegations, saying he has never sexually assaulted anyone in his life.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s been a shocking and disturbing Senate committee hearing on Capitol Hill today with Senator and fellow Doctor Rand Paul leading the charge against Dr. Anthony Fauci. Before testifying, Fauci acknowledged what he called Paul’s “unhinged obsession“ with him and said because of Paul’s repeated public pledges to put Fauci behind bars, he had to invoke the Fifth Amendment. As Senators hurled insults and accusations at Fauci, at one point, Paul threw Fauci’s attorney out of the hearing, repeatedly telling him to stop talking. While Fauci received a preemptive pardon from outgoing President Biden, he could still be held liable for anything he testified to during today’s hearing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is a cautionary tale for everyone who stays in rental homes on vacation (like us)… we actually recorded this episode from an Airbnb! Former two time Jeopardy champion, 44-year-old Joey DeSana pleaded guilty this week to two counts of felony secret peeping after a woman staying in his North Carolina rental home found secret cameras in her bedroom and bathroom. The married father of two apologized for his crime, that court documents say he committed for the purpose of “arousing and gratifying the sexual desire of a person, secretly and surreptitiously.” We go over the rules of indoor cameras in rental properties, how you can search for hidden cameras, and what to do if you find one during your stay.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It was an extraordinary day on Florida’s death row, two inmates executed in one day, and one of them was 80-years-old. A massive debate is underway on whether or not our country should be executing elderly inmates. Florida has set three separate records this summer, executing the oldest inmates in that state’s history. The Supreme Court set an age limit on how young a criminal can be before facing a death sentence, should a similar limit be in place for older inmates, allowing them to essentially age out of the death penalty?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Robach and Holmes cover the latest news headlines and entertainment updates and give perspective on current events in their daily “Morning Run.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s is a historic day on Florida’s death row with a rare double execution. The state is executing two inmates in one day for the first time in more than 60 years. After a brief delay, Florida executed 68-year-old James Duckett at 1:19pm ET and just a few hours later is set to execute the oldest man in state history, 80-year-old Dominick Occhicone. The Supreme Court just denied both mens’ appeals for a stay of execution clearing the way for both lethal injections.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The man who pleaded guilty last summer of the brutal campus killings of four Idaho college students, now claims he was coerced into pleading guilty for the crimes. Bryan Kohberger, who is currently serving four life sentences, filed a handwritten petition to the court on Monday asking for a trial, after he claims he was forced by his attorneys into making a false plea to avoid death row. It’s unclear if a court will consider Kohberger’s request, given in his plea deal, where he waived all rights to appeal “any and all issues” in the case.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Investigators are trying to piece together what happened in a Michigan home that led to 47-year-old Kris Karolkiewicz shooting and killing his six children, his wife and then himself after setting the family home on fire. We know Kris recently lost his job as a Vice President with the American Heart Association, but it’s still unclear if that played a role in the unthinkable tragedy. Investigators say they found his licensed firearm near his body, and the rest of the family members shot to death in their bedrooms. While police confirmed he did not leave behind a note, investigators have seized what they call “a lot of documentation” from the home.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The final and fifth day of the D4vd preliminary hearing brought even more surprising evidence to light, and gave more insight into David Anthony Burke’s defense. A judge ruled the prosecution brought forward enough evidence to bring the singer to trial, but several, shocking text messages from 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez to D4vd, paint a much different picture about their relationship.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Robach and Holmes cover the latest news headlines and entertainment updates and give perspective on current events in their daily “Morning Run.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s day one of testimony in the Lindsay Clancy triple murder trial, the 35-year-old mother who strangled her three young children, but blames postpartum psychosis for the killings. The first witness was Clancy’s ex-husband Patrick, also father to 5-year-old Clara, 3-year-old Dawson and 8-month-old Callan. Patrick Clancy described his wife’s declining and confusing mental state in the days leading up to his children’s deaths. He’s expected to testify for both the prosecution and defense, and has publicly defended his ex-wife, saying she is not a monster, she was just ill. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A sad and disappointing back and forth continues to rage online between the attorney for Nolan Wells’ family and the volunteer search team that found the 18-year-old 2 days after disappearing from a Fourth of July celebration. The Cajun Navy, along with the Governor of Mississippi have called Ben Crump a liar for repeating what a member of the Navy said during a Nancy Grace interview about what clothing Wells was found in, after discovering his body. We go over the facts of the case, and how the confusion and finger pointing continue, as the mystery into his death deepens. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A horrific story out of Oklahoma has left two children without their mother. 43-year-old Sara Gilson joined in on a TikTok trend pretending to sit down for a Netflix documentary, that she said would be about her “soon to be ex-husband who I just found out is a pedophile.” Two weeks later, her young son called 9-1-1 to say his stepdad shot his mom. Police found Gilson dead, shot in the head next to her 48-year-old estranged husband who had a self inflicted gunshot wound. We go into the backstory of this tragic outcome, beginning with the allegations against her ex, that ultimately led to both of their deaths. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Day 4 of the D4vd, aka David Anthony Burke, preliminary hearing was the most disturbing day of testimony so far. There were audible gasps in the courtroom as the medical examiner showed photos from the autopsy of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, detailing how the young teen was stabbed twice and then dismembered. We also heard testimony from a police detective who went over the sexually graphic and explicit photos and videos between D4vd and Celeste, including text messages describing at least one pregnancy and abortion. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Robach and Holmes cover the latest news headlines and entertainment updates and give perspective on current events in their daily “Morning Run.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As “The Odyssey” continues to dominate the box office for the second weekend in a row, Elon Musk has renewed his vow to create an AI version of Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey”. Musk maintains that Nolan cast non-white characters in his movie in order to be considered for the Academy Awards. Musk, telling his followers, “Before this year ends, Grok Imagine will make a full-length movie of The Odyssey that is historically accurate and true to the art of Home.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A tragedy … and a mystery in Michigan. A family of 8 — including 6 kids — was found dead after fire crews responded to reports of smoke at a home in Grand Haven Township. But authorities say “some” of the dead were shot. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colt Gray was only 14-years-old when he brought an assault rifle to school September 4th, 2024, killing 2 fellow students, 2 teachers and injuring 8 others. Friday, he pleaded guilty, avoiding a trial scheduled for October and heard victim impact statements from his victims’ family members. One by one, they expressed the pain and horror they each live with and asked the judge to sentence the teen to life without the possibility of parole. This week both Colt and his father Collin, who was convicted of second degree murder for giving his son access to the assault rifle used in the mass shooting, will find out their fates from separate judges.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We continue our series on Sundays, offering some inspiration and guidance from some of the most brilliant spiritual leaders around the world. Today, hear our fascinating conversation with Dr. Chris Palmer, the Dean of the Barnett College of Ministry and Theology at Southeastern University in Florida. Dr. Chris is also the author of 10 books and has traveled the world searching for the meaning of life, helping guide the next generation of Christian leaders. He examines how faith can help us all in our growing crisis of loneliness and hopelessness, by exploring what the world would be like without God.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mr. Right is back to answer YOUR questions! Should you be worried your husband has a female best friend? Is it a good idea to hook up with your hot single neighbor after your divorce? Mr. Right is giving you the honest single man perspective you need! Email us at: IDOPOD@iheartradio.com or call us at 844-4-I Do Pod (844-443-6763)Follow I Do, Part 2 on Instagram and TikTokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TikTok is going crazy over a voice memo posted to the social media site, purportedly sent from a man ahead of a planned second date with a woman he just met. T.J. questions the validity of the voice memo, but regardless of its validity, it’s sparked an interesting debate online. While having someone disclose their sexual intentions in advance is generally regarded as a good thing, it was presented as an ultimatum rather than a conversation, and that’s been the big issue. Was he manipulative and disrespectful, or was he just replaying a refreshing directness we’re not used to hearing in the dating world. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We wrote a recent article on Yahoo about how much we share as a couple, and what we keep separate. As we discussed our philosophy that sharing should come from a place of confidence, not surveillance, there is a constant debate among couples on how much is too much. From locations to passwords, bank accounts to social media, hell even beauty products, what does it all say about the state of your relationship?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The President spent roughly an hour on the dais, finally giving that much anticipated speech to the very group he spars with daily, the members of the White House correspondents association. Even though he said last night’s speech wasn’t as much of a “doozy” as his original speech he planned to give back in April, he still delivered cutting, offensive remarks aimed at some of his familiar foes. The president went after at least one member of this cabinet and made a few, rare self deprecating jokes that landed. But the tension in the room was real, with many of his biting, insensitive comments putting members of the audience in an awkward position. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Baltimore mom came home from a 12 hour work shift to find her 15-year-old daughter shot and killed in her own bed, and her 9-year-old son shot and killed in the hallway. It took a few weeks, but police now say they have their killer in custody: a 16-year-old boy who had apparently only recently begun to talk with her daughter. We go over the mountain of evidence that led police to the teen and a warning from the police chief for every parent. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.