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In our podcast about a narrative podcast, PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt review the data tapes on the nine episode journey that was Star Trek: Khan.Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing PhantasticGeek@gmail.com, commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3
Nos adentramos en una de las cárceles más enigmáticas y temidas del mundo: Alcatraz. Una isla perdida en la bahía de San Francisco, rodeada por aguas heladas y corrientes traicioneras. Un lugar diseñado para que nadie pudiera escapar... y donde el mito asegura que algunos lo lograron.
In this episode of Coastal Idiots, Shane and Katherine… are bad with money! They love to spend it and hate to save it. So why are they doing a tax episode inside a ball pit while Shane gets a manicure? Because everything fun is a write-off! Special thanks to LA's most talented mobile manicurist, Quintina from Healthy Healing Hands. She tackled Shane's goblin claws with a smile and a camera-ready attitude. It's always tax season for Shane and Katherine since they're perpetually filing extensions. So, we decided to get some expert advice on how to cheat the system — I mean, get away with it — I mean, act like a billionaire — I mean… wink wink, skirt skirt. That's why we brought in tax expert Caroline Craighead. The gang takes turns asking Caroline how to write off spray tans, “charity” trips, and tickets to tour Alcatraz. We also take calls from listeners about their nightmare tax stories — all while fondling each other beneath a pit full of children's plastic toy balls. IRS? More like I Are Blessed. AND... a reminder to live, laugh, like, and subscribe! ++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Coastal Idiots is a weekly comedy podcast where each week your host Shane and Katherine are joined by a friend or two where they do something very stupid and hilarious. Follow Katherine and Shane so they have a reason to keep going. The show is produced by the marvelous Keida Mascaro. Some of the art on the walls by the great Perry Shall. Music by Gymshorts and Alex Orange Drink. Your favorite idiots are now available wherever you listen to podcasts! Stream video on Spotify or Youtube, to drink in every detail of Katherine Blanford & Shane Torres' shenanigans and insane sketches. Listen to audio on all podcast platforms. Welcome to the ATC family! Let's get weird. Let's get Coastal. More Coastal Idiots! IG: https://www.instagram.com/coastalidiots/ More Katherine! IG: https://www.instagram.com/itskatherineblanford/ More Shane! IG: https://www.instagram.com/shanetorres/ More Quintina! IG: https://www.instagram.com/healthyylitvibez/ ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Produced by Keida Mascaro https://www.instagram.com/keidamascaro/ The Cave Podcast Studio https://www.instagram.com/thecavepodcaststudio/ Presented by: All Things Comedy https://www.youtube.com/@atc https://www.instagram.com/allthingscomedy/ Theme Song by GYMSHORTS https://www.instagram.com/gymshortsmusic/ Logo & Artwork by Perry Shall https://www.instagram.com/perryshall/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Just when you thought it was safe to watch a Batman movie... PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt go back in time to 1997's notorious Batman and Robin....Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing PhantasticGeek@gmail.com, commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3
Welcome to Breaking Down Boxes. We have compelling conversations with entrepreneurs in the packaging space. In this episode we talk with Paul Centenari of Atlas Container.Paul shares the unconventional journey that took him from the boxing ring to the boardroom. With humor and honesty, he recalls early lessons from the ring, the risks that built Atlas Container, and the “can-do” culture that continues to drive its success. Listeners will hear how resilience, learning, and strong leadership transformed a leveraged buyout into a thriving independent packaging business.About PaulPaul Centenari is the President and CEO of Atlas Container, based in Maryland, and an Adjunct Professor of Entrepreneurship at Georgetown University. A graduate of Dartmouth College and Harvard Business School, Paul's path to leadership has been anything but ordinary—he was quarterback at Wellesley High, a Golden Gloves boxer, and later a Procter & Gamble salesman before entering manufacturing. Over the past 37 years, he has led Atlas through the acquisition and operation of 19 corrugated box companies along the East Coast, consolidating into two facilities totaling nearly 400,000 square feet in Severn and Curtis Bay, Maryland, and growing revenue fifteenfold. Married for 35 years to Elizabeth McDavitt, a talent agent for models and actors, with two grown daughters Paul stresses the importance of family. He is also an avid athlete and adventurer. Paul has heli-skied in the Canadian Rockies for 25 years and completed the 4.5-mile Chesapeake Bay Swim eight times, along with three Alcatraz crossings.About Atlas Containerhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyWt7JWeef-FXl2i1Adhtpw https://www.linkedin.com/company/atlas-container-corporation/ https://www.facebook.com/atlascontainercorp/ New episodes drop the first Monday of every month. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe!This podcast is brought to you by AICC, The Independent Packaging Association. Learn more at www.AICCbox.org. When you invest and engage, AICC delivers success. Breaking Down Boxes is sponsored by Ox Box, offering strength you can depend on.
From the past to the future as Vince brings us back to 52 before we end the DC-O-Rama (and the episode) with Absolute Kingdom Come by Mark Waid and Alex Ross! Along the way we talk about Superman (the James Gunn movie and the Red and Blue 2025 Special) and Daniel Warren Johnson, James Harren, and Absolute Batman Annual 2025! Plus, Out of Alcatraz by Christopher Cantwell and Tyler Crook, some Age of Revelation, Jim Rugg's For Adults Only, Tom Gauld and Physics for Cats, Kid Maroon by Christopher Cantwell and Victor Santos, Red Before Black by Stephanie Phillips, Goran Sudžuka, and Ive Svorcina from Boom! and more!
Darkness Radio Presents: Ghostly Encounters: Terrifyingly True Hauntings with Paranormal Researcher/Author, Richard Estep! From cursed houses where restless spirits whisper in the dark to shadowy apparitions lurking in the corners of forgotten places, Ghostly Encounters: Terrifyingly True Hauntings delves into eerie and unexplained tales that still baffle, intrigue, and terrify us to this day. Encounter malevolent poltergeists who wreak havoc on unsuspecting families, ghostly figures bound by tragic pasts, and haunted locations steeped in mystery and fear. Explore legends of cursed objects, spectral warnings, and the unrelenting presence of those who refuse to leave the mortal world behind. Master storyteller and seasoned paranormal investigator Richard Estep presents more than 200 years of hauntings in this fright-filled read that spans the nerve-wracking realms of the spirit world! On Today's show we discuss everything from active hauntings, residual hauntings and the creation of tulpas in such reputed haunted places as Gettysburg, The Stanley Hotel, The R101 Airship, Eastern Airlines Flight 401, Alcatraz, and Eastern State Penitentiary! And, we discuss Poltergeists and Tulpas with the Phillip Experiment, The Enfeld Poltergeist, and Gef, the talking Mongoose! and e also address modern day topics of The conjuring House auction, and Hollywood's distortion of haunted history! The perfect show for you Devil's Night and Halloween festivities! Get your copy of "Ghostly Encounters..." here: https://bit.ly/47MFdsN Find out more about Richard here: https://www.richardestep.net/ Make sure you update your Darkness Radio Apple Apps! and subscribe to the Darkness Radio You Tube page: https://www.youtube.com/@DRTimDennis There are new and different (and really cool) items all the time in the Darkness Radio Online store at our website! . check out the Darkness Radio Store! https://www.darknessradioshow.com/store/ #paranormal #supernatural #paranormalpodcasts #darknessradio #timdennis #richardestep #ghostlyencountersterrifyinglytruehauntings #visibleinkpress #paranormalauthor #paranormalbook #ghosts #spirits #hauntings #hauntedhouses #haunteddolls #demons #incubus #succubus #exorcisms #paranormalinvestigation #ghosthunters #waverlyhillssanitorium #stanleyhotel #gettysburg #ther101airship #easternairlinesflight401 #enfeldpoltergeist #conjuringhouse #Cryptology #gefthetalkingmongoose #alcatrazisland #easternstatepenitentiary #hauntedhistory
This week, we get into Half Past Dead, or as we like to call it: Halfway to straight-to-DVD for the remainder of Steven Seagal's career! Alcatraz! Ja Rule! Gold Heists! Cars! Guns! Russians! OH MY GOD WE'RE ALREADY YELLING SO WE MIGHT AS WELL GET INTO IT!Here we go, cuh. Squishy Steven is stuck in a cell, in the stockade, since stripping stolen sedans is still a sin! Segal's disruptive force! Bromantic bazooka spooning! Tactical goth squads! Morris Chestnut and his trench coat Mafia! No Ja-rules! Sneaky, cinematic Seagal segments! Hand-to-hand henchman hoisting! Temu Tyson Beckford! Duel in the industrial arena! You don't see a lot of swinging chain fights these days! Utilizing armed inmates! In the heli as welly! Bob is an idiot, but Chris and Rob are idioter, and much, much more on this week's episode of The Worst Movie Ever Made! www.theworstmovieevermade.com
Darkness Radio Presents: Ghostly Encounters: Terrifyingly True Hauntings with Paranormal Researcher/Author, Richard Estep! From cursed houses where restless spirits whisper in the dark to shadowy apparitions lurking in the corners of forgotten places, Ghostly Encounters: Terrifyingly True Hauntings delves into eerie and unexplained tales that still baffle, intrigue, and terrify us to this day. Encounter malevolent poltergeists who wreak havoc on unsuspecting families, ghostly figures bound by tragic pasts, and haunted locations steeped in mystery and fear. Explore legends of cursed objects, spectral warnings, and the unrelenting presence of those who refuse to leave the mortal world behind. Master storyteller and seasoned paranormal investigator Richard Estep presents more than 200 years of hauntings in this fright-filled read that spans the nerve-wracking realms of the spirit world! On Today's show we discuss everything from active hauntings, residual hauntings and the creation of tulpas in such reputed haunted places as Gettysburg, The Stanley Hotel, The R101 Airship, Eastern Airlines Flight 401, Alcatraz, and Eastern State Penitentiary! And, we discuss Poltergeists and Tulpas with the Phillip Experiment, The Enfeld Poltergeist, and Gef, the talking Mongoose! and e also address modern day topics of The conjuring House auction, and Hollywood's distortion of haunted history! The perfect show for you Devil's Night and Halloween festivities! Get your copy of "Ghostly Encounters..." here: https://bit.ly/47MFdsN Find out more about Richard here: https://www.richardestep.net/ Make sure you update your Darkness Radio Apple Apps! and subscribe to the Darkness Radio You Tube page: https://www.youtube.com/@DRTimDennis There are new and different (and really cool) items all the time in the Darkness Radio Online store at our website! . check out the Darkness Radio Store! https://www.darknessradioshow.com/store/ #paranormal #supernatural #paranormalpodcasts #darknessradio #timdennis #richardestep #ghostlyencountersterrifyinglytruehauntings #visibleinkpress #paranormalauthor #paranormalbook #ghosts #spirits #hauntings #hauntedhouses #haunteddolls #demons #incubus #succubus #exorcisms #paranormalinvestigation #ghosthunters #waverlyhillssanitorium #stanleyhotel #gettysburg #ther101airship #easternairlinesflight401 #enfeldpoltergeist #conjuringhouse #Cryptology #gefthetalkingmongoose #alcatrazisland #easternstatepenitentiary #hauntedhistory
On the night of 11 June 1962, three inmates carried out the most daring prison break in American history — and vanished without a trace. Frank Morris and brothers John and Clarence Anglin spent months chiselling through cell walls, fashioning a raft from raincoats and creating lifelike dummy heads to fool the guards. Their target: the inescapable Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary, the infamous island prison built to keep the most dangerous criminals behind bars.In this gripping episode of Crime at Bedtime, we step inside the cold, concrete cells of Alcatraz to uncover how the plan was set in motion, the extraordinary ingenuity of the escape itself, and the decades-long investigation that followed. From homemade tools to secret alliances and mysterious letters years later, the case remains one of America's greatest unsolved mysteries.Did they drown in the icy waters of San Francisco Bay… or did they pull off the impossible?The One Minute Remaining LIVE show in Melbourne tix on sale NOWBecome a Patreon or Apple + subscriber now for ealry and ad free access from as little as $1.69 a week. All the details here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Gather around the firepit, fair listener, as we bring you the tale of a prisoner whose criminal history was as illustrious as his love of birds.Robert Stroud was convicted of manslaughter and murder, but may be better known for the birds he raised and sold while an inmate at Leavenworth penitentiary. Stroud wrote two books about birds during his incarceration and gained respect among bird-lovers. That incongruity — a violent prisoner caring for these fragile animals — brought Hollywood to his prison door.“Birdman of Alcatraz,” starring Burt Lancaster, brought Stroud a nickname and more notoriety, even though he wasn't allowed to raise birds while an inmate at the island prison.In our 12th (and spookiest) episode this season, author Jolene Babyak helps us peel back Stroud's upbringing, psyche and journey through the prison system as we look into how Stroud became the complicated criminal he's now known to be.This episode was produced by Kirk McDaniel. Intro music by The Dead Pens. Editorial staff is Ryan Abbott, Sean Duffy and Jamie Ross.
As the Christopher Reeve era comes to an end, does Superman IV: The Quest for Peace end with a bang or a whimper? PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt jump into the sun to debate.Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing PhantasticGeek@gmail.com, commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3
Monday Headlines: Two Louvre heist suspects arrested, Albanese and Trump in Malaysia for ASEAN Summit, wild weather lashes east coast, no big tech exemptions to train AI, and Microsoft Teams set to dob on Aussies that WFH. Deep Dive: Alligator Alcatraz has existed for less than four months and has already become one of America's most notorious immigration detention centres. With detainees reportedly permitted to shower only once every three days and forced to share clothes amid overflowing toilets and limited access to legal support, welfare organisations describe the $450 million facility as a “black hole”. In this episode of The Briefing, Helen Smith is joined by Associate Professor David Smith from the University of Sydney who explains life inside Alligator Alcatraz and what it signals about the US Government's immigration policies. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @thebriefingpodInstagram: @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @TheBriefingPodcastFacebook: @LiSTNR Newsroom See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(2024) National pumpkin day. Entetainment from 1969. Erie canal opened, Gunfight at OK Corral was fought, Stonehenge donated to British People, Todays birthdays - Hamalia Jackson, Bob Hoskins, Jaclyn Smith, Pat Sajak, Rita Wilson, Dylan McDermott, Natalie Merchant, Keith Urban, Seth MacFalane, Jon Heder. Hattie McDaniel died.Intro - Pour some sugar on me - Def Leppard http://defleppard.com/Pumpkin song - Mary Lu WalkerI can't get next to you - The TemptationsThe ways to love a man - Tammy WynetteBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent http://50cent.com/I will move on up a little higher - Mahalia JacksonCharlies Angels TV themeWheel for Fortune opening 1980'sBeacause the night - 10,000 ManiacsI wanna kiss a girl - Keith UrbanAlmost like being in love - Seth MacFarlandExit - In my dreams - Dokken http://dokken.net/Follow Jeff Stampka on facebook and cooolmedia.com
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Fog rolls in, the lights flicker, and San Francisco's ghosts wake again.From the restless souls of Alcatraz to the lingering spirits of the Westin St. Francis, the Queen Anne Hotel, the Presidio, and the iconic Cliff House — Jeremy and Amy uncover the eerie stories that still haunt the Bay.____________________________________S03 Ep132____________________________________Connect with us on social media: Instagram: @unscaledtravelshowTwitter: @fullmetaltravlrFacebook: @fullmetaltravelerWebsite: https://www.unscaledtravelshow.com/
Brad Singer sees himself as just another average guy (his words, not ours). Just another average guy who has climbed Mt. Everest and Mt. Kilimanjaro, hiked the Grand Canyon, rim to rim, multiple times and has swam out to Alcatraz Island and back. Did we mention he's not in his 30s? Or his 40s? Or even his 50s? Brad is a good reminder it's never too late, we are never too old, and yes, my good friends, we still have time to go on some adventures. If you've been waiting for your sign to go for it, look no further than this oh-so-good episode to inspire and uplift you. _______________________________ Steve is busy at work on the third book in his cozy mystery series, THE DOG WALKING DETECTIVES. Grab the first two and get caught up: Book 1: DROWN TOWN Amazon: https://amzn.to/478W8mp Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/3Mv7cCk & Book 2: MURDER UNMASKED Amazon: https://shorturl.at/fDR47 Barnes & Noble: https://shorturl.at/3ccTy
We missed you ghouls to stay away for too long so we're back from hiatus! Catch up with us on what's been going on for the past two years. Kaytlyn covers Spike Island, known as the Alcatraz of Ireland, while Celeste takes us to "the rock" itself. Got a spooky tale? Send it to us at ghoulfriendspodcast@gmail.com You can find us on Instagram (ghoulfriendspodcast), on Facebook (Ghoul Friends Podcast) or send us a message at ghoulfriendspodcast@gmail.com
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news UK tax authority sends 65,000 letters to suspected crypto tax evaders Bitcoin mining entrepreneur pitches Prometheus statue for Alcatraz. ###Gemini Card Disclosure: The Gemini Credit Card is issued by WebBank. In order to qualify for the $200 crypto intro onus, you must spend $3,000 in your first 90 days. Terms Apply. Some exclusions apply to instant rewards in which rewards are deposited when the transaction posts. This content is not investment advice and trading crypto involves risk. For more details on rates, fees, and other cost information, see Rates & Fees. The Gemini Credit Card may not be used to make gambling-related purchases. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Our DC Film Fest once again turns back the clock, and we kick off a Harvest of Horrors by swooping down to 1983's Superman III. Is a battle in a junkyard a highlight, or a metaphor? PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt fly up, up, and away.Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing PhantasticGeek@gmail.com, commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3
Simon and Julie join John for their weekly show "We're Still Here" with special guest Rae Fancher. She's Simon's partner and as an Alaska Native she talks about the devastating flooding happening in Alaska, where Typhoon Halong has led to evacuations, one confirmed death, and dozens of rescues. Rae shares on-the-ground perspectives from impacted communities. They also discuss the Trump's administration's plan to turn Alcatraz back into a prison, Detroit's new Native land purchase policy, and a Pennsylvania lawmaker's push to ban Native mascots in public schools. And of course, they have great calls from listeners!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
We finish out our week with Sully. Frank gets busy on the dance floor and feels up some more players.
This Day in Legal History: Al Capone ConvictedOn October 17, 1931, notorious gangster Al Capone was convicted of tax evasion in federal court, marking a pivotal moment in American legal history. Capone, who had risen to national infamy during Prohibition as the head of a sprawling Chicago crime syndicate, had long evaded prosecution for his violent and illegal enterprises. Despite widespread public knowledge of his role in bootlegging, extortion, and murder, prosecutors struggled to tie him directly to any of those crimes. Instead, federal investigators, led by Treasury Department agent Frank J. Wilson, focused on Capone's lavish lifestyle and failure to file income tax returns.The government's case rested on a novel legal theory at the time: that even illegally obtained income was subject to federal taxation. This approach was upheld by the Supreme Court in prior decisions and proved decisive in Capone's prosecution. During trial, prosecutors introduced evidence of Capone's expenditures and testimony from witnesses who detailed his earnings, none of which had been declared to the IRS. The jury found him guilty on five counts of tax evasion.Capone was sentenced to 11 years in federal prison, fined $50,000, and charged nearly $30,000 in court costs and back taxes. He was denied bail and began serving time in the U.S. Penitentiary in Atlanta before being transferred to Alcatraz in 1934. His conviction not only marked the downfall of one of America's most feared mob bosses but also cemented the IRS's role in fighting organized crime. The case showcased the growing power of the federal government in regulating and prosecuting financial crimes.Former National Security Adviser John Bolton was indicted on charges of sharing classified government information, including top-secret material, with two relatives identified by sources as his wife and daughter. The indictment alleges Bolton transmitted over a thousand pages of sensitive information—gleaned from high-level meetings and intelligence briefings—between 2018 and 2025, with discussions indicating the material might be used in a book project. He referred to his relatives as his “editors” and communicated with a publisher about potential rights. Bolton has denied wrongdoing, stating he looks forward to defending himself and accusing Trump of abuse of power. His attorney maintains no classified information was unlawfully shared or stored.The case is part of a broader trend under the Trump administration, which has pursued indictments against multiple critics, including James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James. Trump has actively pushed for such prosecutions, and concerns have been raised about the politicization of the Justice Department. Still, officials note Bolton's case began in 2022 and involves more substantial evidence. Bolton's personal email was reportedly hacked by an actor tied to the Iranian government, which further complicated the case, though he allegedly failed to report the storage of classified material. If convicted, Bolton faces up to 10 years per count under the Espionage Act.John Bolton, former Trump adviser, charged with sharing classified information | ReutersThe U.S. Chamber of Commerce filed a federal lawsuit challenging President Donald Trump's imposition of a $100,000 fee on new H-1B visa applications. The lawsuit, brought in Washington, D.C., argues that the fee—announced by Trump in a September proclamation—exceeds the president's legal authority and threatens to destabilize the visa system established by Congress. This marks the Chamber's first legal action against the Trump administration since his second term began in January.The H-1B program allows U.S. employers to hire skilled foreign workers, particularly in fields like technology and engineering. Companies typically pay between $2,000 and $5,000 per H-1B petition, with most applications costing under $3,600. The newly announced fee would significantly raise costs for employers, potentially forcing them to reduce their reliance on foreign talent or abandon the program altogether.Trump justified the fee by citing national and economic security concerns, claiming the H-1B program facilitates the replacement of American workers. The Chamber disputes that, arguing the fee is not an immigration restriction because employers—not foreign nationals—pay it. The policy is also facing another legal challenge in California from unions, religious groups, and employers. Business leaders warn that the fee will exacerbate labor shortages and harm U.S. competitiveness.Major US business group sues over Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee | ReutersNew Jersey filed a lawsuit against gun manufacturer Sig Sauer, seeking to halt sales of its P320 handgun within the state over allegations that the weapon can fire without the trigger being pulled. Filed in Sussex County state court, the lawsuit claims the company marketed the pistol as safe while knowing of a design flaw that allows for unintentional discharges. The complaint cites several such incidents, including the fatal shooting of a detective lieutenant in April 2023 as he was preparing to clean his P320.The state is seeking a mandatory recall of all P320s sold in New Jersey and a court order to ban further sales of the model. The lawsuit invokes product liability, consumer fraud, and public nuisance laws, marking the first time a government entity has sued over this issue, according to Attorney General Matthew Platkin. At a press conference, Platkin accused Sig Sauer of promoting the handgun's safety while omitting information about its known risks.Sig Sauer has denied the P320 can fire on its own, blaming incidents on user error. Still, the company has faced numerous lawsuits from civilians and law enforcement officers nationwide and has paid out millions in damages. New Jersey's suit claims the P320's design allows it to be fully cocked with a chambered round and that minor movement can activate the internal striker, causing it to discharge unexpectedly—especially dangerous for law enforcement officers who carry the firearm holstered and ready.New Jersey sues Sig Sauer, alleging handguns fire on their own | ReutersThis week's closing theme is by Frédéric Chopin.Frédéric Chopin, the Polish composer and virtuoso pianist, died on October 17, 1849, at the age of 39 in Paris. Though his life was brief, his influence on Romantic music—and piano literature in particular—has been profound and enduring. Chopin composed almost exclusively for solo piano, blending technical innovation with a deeply expressive, often introspective voice. Among his most beloved works is the Nocturne in E-flat major, Op. 9, No. 2, composed when he was just 20.This piece exemplifies Chopin's signature style: lyrical, ornamented melodies floating over a gently rocking accompaniment. It unfolds in a graceful ternary form, inviting both performer and listener into a world of delicate melancholy and understated virtuosity. The Nocturne's opening theme returns with increasingly elaborate embellishment, showcasing Chopin's genius for subtle variation and emotional nuance. Though brief, the piece captures a vast interior world—what Robert Schumann once described as “cannons buried in flowers.”Chopin's nocturnes elevated the genre from salon entertainment to high art, and the Nocturne in E-flat major remains a favorite among pianists and audiences alike. Its enduring popularity testifies to Chopin's ability to transform a simple melody into something timeless. That he died on this day in 1849 makes this day an especially fitting moment to revisit his music, which continues to resonate with quiet power over 175 years later.Without further ado, Frédéric Chopin's Nocturne in E-flat major, Op. 9, No. 2 – enjoy! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe
On this week's episode of The South Florida Roundup, we looked at the sudden revival of the plaintiffs' case in their challenge to the state - or is it the federal? - migrant detention center in the Everglades known as Alligator Alcatraz [01:09]. We also spoke with a close friend of Dwight Wells, the beloved Liberty City community activist and mentor who was shot dead on Oct. 10 [19:07]. And we talked with Karen Dustman, the author of the book Miami's Great Hurricane about how that storm a century ago made us better prepared in this century [35:03].
Today on the show: We talk to a young lady, whose dad was deported to “Alligator Alcatraz” the derogatory name for the swampland detention center in Florida that is supposed to be closing down. This is the first time her family speaks out directly to ANY media. Also, A Mexican American charged by the SF D.A office. Arrested by SF Police, for protesting near a immigration office. How might the case of Luis Leal send a chill to free speech and the right to protest? We talk to Deputy Public Defender Nuha Abrusama. The post Family of Man Sent To “Alligator Alcatraz” Speaks Out appeared first on KPFA.
Phantastic Geek visits New York Comic Con to talk Game of Thrones to Hasbro to Star Trek to Alien and more!Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing PhantasticGeek@gmail.com, commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3
Register your feedback here. Always good to hear from you!Check out Hal on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@halhammons9705Hal Hammons serves as preacher and shepherd for the Lakewoods Drive church of Christ in Georgetown, Texas. He is the host of the Citizen of Heaven podcast. You are encouraged to seek him and the Lakewoods Drive church through Facebook and other social media. Lakewoods Drive is an autonomous group of Christians dedicated to praising God, teaching the gospel to all who will hear, training Christians in righteousness, and serving our God and one another faithfully. We believe the Bible is God's word, that Jesus died on the cross for our sins, that heaven is our home, and that we have work to do here while we wait. Regular topics of discussion and conversation include: Christians, Jesus, obedience, faith, grace, baptism, New Testament, Old Testament, authority, gospel, fellowship, justice, mercy, faithfulness, forgiveness, Twenty Pages a Week, Bible reading, heaven, hell, virtues, character, denominations, submission, service, character, COVID-19, assembly, Lord's Supper, online, social media, YouTube, Facebook.
Dave has escaped from Alcatraz to join Les on this week's Blue Monday - a Jordan Pickford appreciation episode after he broke Gordon Banks' decades-long clean sheet record by keeping out Wales on Thursday evening. We've got stats from his England and Everton appearances and ask if he's Everton's best Premier League goalkeeper. There's also a look ahead to Saturday's game at Man City - with Grealish unavailable and Dewsbury-Hall back after suspension, how will Moyes shuffle the pack to deal with a Man City team that looks like it could be getting back to its best as Haaland and Doku have both had great starts to the season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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It's the end of the road, sort of, for Peacemaker and friends... but is it the end of the road, sort of, for "Peacemaker?" PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt try every door.Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing PhantasticGeek@gmail.com, commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3
It's banned books week, as we continue our look at books that have been challenged or banned. This week, it's Gennifer Choldenko's tale “Al Capone Does My Shirts.” Back in 2016, the book was challenged by a group that said the book “perpetuates negative stereotypes” by including Al Capone as a character in the book. And earlier this year, a school board member in Pennsylvania called for a ban on the Newbery Honor book because a character called an autistic teenager stupid. The school says the books are selected by professional staff members to support the district's educataional goals and meet the learning needs of students. The writer dedicated the book to her sister who had severe autism and was the inspiration for the character. What do you think? Give a listen to our discussion of Jennifer Cheldenko's “Al Capone Does My Shirts.” It was a rainy, muddy, fabulous day at the Gaithersburg Book Festival where this group of middle school students from Maryland discussed whether they'd like living on Alcatraz and if it's better to be the oldest or youngest in the family. Gennifer Choldenko answers their questions about researching her book AL CAPONE DOES MY SHIRTS. NPR newscaster Jack Speer is celebrity reader. Past Book Club for Kids guests drop by as well. Kitty Felde is host.
In celebration of the end of summer, beginning of fall, we are taking a quick break! We will be back next week with brand new episodes! In the meantime we are re-airing one of our favorite episodes of this year and the topic will not surprise anyone…. In this week's episode, Lizzie and Arden examine the infamous and insane legacy of Alcatraz Prison! Join them as they uncover the history of the island, how it evolved into a prison, and who some of its most infamous prisoners were! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Register your feedback here. Always good to hear from you!We're going to do something a bit different this month. I am going to spend October telling you about my recent vacation with Tracie to San Francisco. Spoiler alert: It was amazing. Life-altering, even. We'll have plenty to say in the weeks to come about Alcatraz, the redwood trees of Muir Woods, and the Golden Gate; we'll begin this week by discussing what motivated us to go to San Francisco in the first place.Check out Hal on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@halhammons9705Hal Hammons serves as preacher and shepherd for the Lakewoods Drive church of Christ in Georgetown, Texas. He is the host of the Citizen of Heaven podcast. You are encouraged to seek him and the Lakewoods Drive church through Facebook and other social media. Lakewoods Drive is an autonomous group of Christians dedicated to praising God, teaching the gospel to all who will hear, training Christians in righteousness, and serving our God and one another faithfully. We believe the Bible is God's word, that Jesus died on the cross for our sins, that heaven is our home, and that we have work to do here while we wait. Regular topics of discussion and conversation include: Christians, Jesus, obedience, faith, grace, baptism, New Testament, Old Testament, authority, gospel, fellowship, justice, mercy, faithfulness, forgiveness, Twenty Pages a Week, Bible reading, heaven, hell, virtues, character, denominations, submission, service, character, COVID-19, assembly, Lord's Supper, online, social media, YouTube, Facebook.
From touring Alcatraz at age eight to leading one of Kansas's largest police departments, Chief Doreen Jokerst has lived a career built on service, authenticity, and community trust. In this episode, she shares her journey from police explorer to chief, her transition from Colorado to Overland Park, and how she balances family, leadership, and community expectations. Chief Jokerst discusses the importance of listening sessions, building culture within a department, adapting pursuit policies, her work with The Curve and Simon Sinek, and why being your authentic self matters most in policing and in life.
Sometimes the answers are right in front of your face... though PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt not only look into Peacemaker 207... they wonder how things will end up in the finale.Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing PhantasticGeek@gmail.com, commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3
Register your feedback here. Always good to hear from you!Scheduled postings: October 7: Tourism. October 14: Alcatraz. October 21: Muir Woods. October 28: The Golden Gate.Check out Hal on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@halhammons9705Hal Hammons serves as preacher and shepherd for the Lakewoods Drive church of Christ in Georgetown, Texas. He is the host of the Citizen of Heaven podcast. You are encouraged to seek him and the Lakewoods Drive church through Facebook and other social media. Lakewoods Drive is an autonomous group of Christians dedicated to praising God, teaching the gospel to all who will hear, training Christians in righteousness, and serving our God and one another faithfully. We believe the Bible is God's word, that Jesus died on the cross for our sins, that heaven is our home, and that we have work to do here while we wait. Regular topics of discussion and conversation include: Christians, Jesus, obedience, faith, grace, baptism, New Testament, Old Testament, authority, gospel, fellowship, justice, mercy, faithfulness, forgiveness, Twenty Pages a Week, Bible reading, heaven, hell, virtues, character, denominations, submission, service, character, COVID-19, assembly, Lord's Supper, online, social media, YouTube, Facebook.
With twists, with turns, the Peacemaker series has kept us delighted... but what's happening after episode 206? PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt open the door....Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing PhantasticGeek@gmail.com, commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3
Today on the show: We speak with Andrea Carmen, the Executive Director of the International Indian Treaty Council: We talk about Alcatraz we head toward Indigenous Peoples Day. And we get an update about the Border Wall being built in an area that sees almost no human migrants. This wall threatens the Jaguar and the Ocelot. The post Andrea Carmen of International Indian Treaty Council on This Year's Indigenous People's Day on Alcatraz Island appeared first on KPFA.
Her story is one of resilience, courage, and a relentless drive to take on the next challenge.Nicknamed “The Fish,” Marlynne Stutzman is a Special Olympics USA Games gold medalist and Florida Hall of Famer who recently conquered the legendary Escape from Alcatraz open water swim. She also made history as the first person with autism to complete the IRONMAN® World Championship in Kona and run the Boston Marathon.Beyond her incredible athletic achievements, Marlynne is an Athlete Leader, using her voice to inspire communities and encourage fellow athletes to believe in themselves and push beyond limits.
AP's Lisa Dwyer reports on a color-coding system at Florida detention center.
Hundreds of migrants have vanished from official records after being held at Florida’s so-called “Alligator Alcatraz,” leaving families and lawyers in the dark. With reports of abuse, secretive contracts, and mounting legal challenges, the state-run detention center has become a symbol of Donald Trump’s aggressive mass deportation agenda. In this episode: Thomas Kennedy, Policy Analyst, Florida Immigrant Coalition Episode credits: This episode was produced by Tracie Hunte and Tamara Khandaker with Phillip Lanos, Spencer Cline, Melanie Marich, Kisaa Zehra, Farhan Rafid, and our host, Natashe Del Toro. It was edited by Kylene Kiang. The Take production team is Marcos Bartolomé, Sonia Bhagat, Spencer Cline, Sarí el-Khalili, Tracie Hunte, Tamara Khandaker, Kylene Kiang, Phillip Lanos, Chloe K. Li, Melanie Marich, Catherine Nouhan, Haleema Shah, Amy Walters, and Noor Wazwaz. Our editorial interns are Farhan Rafid, and Kisaa Zehra. Our host is Malika Bilal. Our engagement producers are Adam Abou-Gad and Vienna Maglio. Andrew Greiner is lead of audience engagement. Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. Our video editors are Hisham Abu Salah and Mohannad al-Melhem. Alexandra Locke is The Take’s executive producer. Ney Alvarez is Al Jazeera’s head of audio. Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on X, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube
This week, Marvel Animation asks "What if" in the Marvel Zombies quartet of episodes on Disney+. PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt survey the apocalyptic Earth. Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing PhantasticGeek@gmail.com, commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek. You can also find us on Threads @PhantasticGeek.MP3
Horror author and editor Taryn Womack joins Rich and co-host Kayla Deickman to talk ghost hunting in Gettysburg, haunted dolls, and her short-story collection Down a Dark Road. She opens up about writing vs. editing, the reality of self-publishing and marketing, and why campfire-style micro-stories can still deliver big chills. You'll also hear actionable ideas for audiobook production, gift-shop placement, and turning local legends into page-turners. Sponsored by Harford County Living Guest Bio: Taryn Womack is a Maryland-based horror author and editor with a B.A. in English (creative writing & publication) from the University of Baltimore (2019). Her collection Down a Dark Road (2023) gathers campfire-style short horror stories inspired by hauntings, mines, and eerie objects; she's currently drafting a romantasy novel and developing a haunted-antiques concept. When she's not writing or editing, Taryn explores historic sites (hello, Gettysburg) and works in Bel Air, MD—often swapping critiques (and jokes) with best friend and illustrator Kayla Deickman. Main Topics: · “Down a Dark Road”: concept, timeline, and favorite stories (“The Mines,” “The Doll,” “Snowman”)· Ghost-tour inspirations: Gettysburg's Jenny Wade House & the Orphanage, Alcatraz daytime tour· Haunted dolls & The Conjuring universe; why real porcelain/Raggedy Ann-style dolls are scarier than movie props· Writing vs. editing: process, drafts, beta reads, and Taryn's editing style/preferences· Self-publishing realities (IngramSpark vs. KDP), royalties, and why buying direct helps authors· Marketing on a budget: podcasts, campground gift shops, seasonal bundles, audiobook casting ideas· Overcoming writer's block; why “the first draft always sucks” and how to push through· Local-legend story ideas: Chessie, Black Aggie, Maryland folklore, Havre de Grace/Jerusalem Mill angles Resources mentioned: · Down a Dark Road by Taryn Womack (short horror collection; 2023)· Gettysburg ghost tours; Jenny Wade House; the Orphanage (story “The Doll” inspiration)· Alcatraz (day tour)Send us a textDonate HereSupport the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCast Subscribe by Email
Today's Headlines: A gunman opened fire from a Dallas rooftop into an ICE detention center yesterday, killing one detainee, critically injuring two others, and then taking his own life. The FBI says they found a bullet at the scene marked “ANTI-ICE,” and are investigating the shooting as targeted ideological violence. Meanwhile, Trump's Justice Department is reportedly teeing up criminal charges against former FBI director James Comey (for allegedly lying to Congress in 2020) and pushing a shaky mortgage fraud case against New York AG Letitia James—after swapping out the U.S. attorney who refused to pursue it. Over in late-night drama, Jimmy Kimmel pulled 6 million viewers for his defiant return, which sent Trump into an all-caps meltdown online threatening ABC. FCC chair Brendan Carr, who helped push Kimmel's initial suspension, says he's not stopping there—hinting at targeting The View and even SNL next. Also, two GOP reps are pushing to mint $400,000 coins featuring Charlie Kirk's face (yes, real currency). On the Hill, Democrats flipped Raul Grijalva's Arizona seat with his daughter Adelita, giving them 218 votes—just enough to force a floor vote on releasing the Epstein files. That news came as an anonymous golden statue of Trump and Epstein holding hands briefly appeared on the National Mall before being quietly removed. And in Florida, records suggest that more than 1,200 men detained at the so-called “Alligator Alcatraz” ICE camp this summer have since gone missing from government databases, with officials giving only vague “call ICE” notes as explanations. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: AP News: 1 detainee killed and 2 others critically injured in Dallas ICE facility, Homeland Security says MSNBC: Former FBI Director James Comey facing imminent indictment threat Bloomberg: Justice Department Presses Ahead With James Mortgage Fraud Case The Daily Beast: Trump Rages at Kimmel's Defiant Comeback by Threatening ABC NYT: The F.C.C.'s Brendan Carr Plans to Keep Going After the Media Following Jimmy Kimmel's Return Miami Herald: GOP lawmakers push for Charlie Kirk likeness on US coins. ‘Permanent recognition' NYT: Arizona Democrat's Win Clinches Bid to Force Epstein Files Vote WAPo: Park Service removes statue of Trump and Epstein from National Mall in D.C. Miami Herald: Hundreds of Alligator Alcatraz detainees drop off the grid after leaving site Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Kaj Larsen: From Navy SEAL to Groundbreaking Journalist This week on the Team Never Quit Podcast, Marcus and Melanie welcome an extraordinary guest whose life reads like an action thriller—Kaj Larsen. Born in Santa Cruz, California, Kaj earned his Political Science degree from UC Santa Cruz and went on to Harvard's Kennedy School of Government for a master's in Public Policy, where he was a Shorenstein Center fellow and a joint fellow at Tufts Jebsen Center for Counter-Terrorism Studies. Kaj's journey is anything but ordinary. Before breaking stories on global conflict zones, he served five years on active duty as a U.S. Navy SEAL Lieutenant leading special operations overseas. He continues to serve in the SEAL reserves with U.S. Special Operations Command. As an award-winning filmmaker and journalist, Kaj has reported from some of the most dangerous places on earth—Nigeria, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Somalia, Yemen, and beyond—producing groundbreaking documentaries on terrorism, national security, and humanitarian crises. He's been a senior correspondent at NowThis News, hosted the Emmy Award-winning VICE on HBO, and developed the Vanguard Journalism series for Current TV. Kaj made headlines for being the first journalist to bring waterboarding to public attention—by undergoing it himself on camera—and for breaking media silence in Mogadishu as the first Western TV journalist there in over a decade. Outside the newsroom, Kaj is a two-time national open-water swimming champion, an Escape from Alcatraz duathlon competitor, and a dedicated practitioner of Brazilian jiu-jitsu and Muay Thai boxing. His commitment to service extends beyond reporting: he co-founded The Mission Continues and serves on the boards of Team Rubicon Global and other veteran service organizations, deploying for humanitarian missions around the world. Join us as Kaj shares stories from his remarkable career—what it takes to tell the truth from the frontlines, the lessons learned from military service and global reporting, and why resilience and service are at the heart of his mission. Tune in for a gripping, behind-the-scenes look at a life dedicated to serving, reporting, and making an impact on a global scale. In this episode you will hear: • [COVID} Here's a crisis that is about health, and you're shutting down wellness. (7:10) • Murph was my roommate when I first got to BUD/S. He's the first person I met. (32:04) • The thing that got me through was the old “I guess you just have to do it.” (37:12) • Your inner monologue and how you talk to yourself is the only thing that gets you through. (38:34) • Everybody wants to be a frog man on a sunny day. (38:52) • You gotta be careful who you surround yourself with, because cowardice is contagious. (42:37) • I could cover any story I wanted, anywhere in the world. Anything I thought was important. (60:52) • I was always working on helping veterans (62:56) • Purpose maters. (64:09) • The real truth is the greatest and most consistent ways for Americans to build wealth over the last 50 years has been investing in the stock market. (66:22) • A lot of people don't understand the concept of compound interest. (77:40) • We're the greatest economy the world has ever seen. (82:26) Support Kaj: www.kajlarsen.com - Tactical Wealth podcast - IG: Kajlarsen Support TNQ - IG: team_neverquit , marcusluttrell , melanieluttrell , huntero13 - https://www.patreon.com/teamneverquit Sponsors: - Navyfederal.org - meetfabiric.com/TNQ - masterclass.com/TNQ - Prizepicks (TNQ) - Dripdrop.com/TNQ - cargurus.com/TNQ - armslist.com/TNQ - PXGapparel.com/TNQ - bruntworkwear.com/TNQ - Selectquote.com/TNQ - Groundnews.com/TNQ - shipsticks.com/TNQ - strawberry.me/TNQ - stopboxusa.com {TNQ} - ghostbed.com/TNQ [TNQ] - kalshi.com/TNQ - joinbilt.com/TNQ - Tonal.com [TNQ] - greenlight.com/TNQ - PDSDebt.com/TNQ - drinkAG1.com/TNQ - Shadyrays.com [TNQ] - qualialife.com/TNQ [TNQ] - Hims.com/TNQ - Shopify.com/TNQ - Aura.com/TNQ - TAKELEAN.com [TNQ] - usejoymode.com [TNQ]
With season 3 in the rear view mirror and 2 (or 1.5) seasons left, PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt look back at the season of adventures on the Starship Enterprise. Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing PhantasticGeek@gmail.com, commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3
Florida's “Alligator Alcatraz” immigration detention facility in the Everglades has generated considerable buzz and controversy since it was first proposed by Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier.In this episode, we sat down with Uthmeier to discuss Florida's aggressive efforts to curb illegal immigration and fentanyl trafficking, what he sees as the politicization of the U.S. census, and his investigations into surveillance technology.“In Florida, the most recent investigation we launched was into a company, Lorex. They make in-home or in-business cameras, everything from baby cams to nanny cams, doorbell cameras. … They capture the imagery of everything people are doing at home, and consumers do not know about it,” Uthmeier says.Is Florida creating a model for how America can confront its greatest vulnerabilities—and is it testing the boundaries of state power?Views expressed in this video are opinions of the host and the guest, and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Epoch Times.
On today's 9.18.25 show we talked about some updates on Graham's colonoscopy, Alcatraz flies, AI or not, cheating scandal heard around the world, The Jimmy Kimmel show has been canceled, Selena had an embarrasing thing happen to her yesterday, Graham's meal after his colonoscopy, snackgate, Tiktok deadline extended and more!
Florida's lieutenant governor jokes on the Bob Rose Show about his missing leg and discusses Alligator Alcatraz and illegal immigration in this edition of Red Meat while a feisty Tom Homan takes on the traditional media and Ted Cruz asks KNSS in Wichita why the Democrats seem to be working so hard to protect criminals.
The Florida detention center, "Alligator Alcatraz," may close, but what can you learn from its short but impactful run?First, the name echoes old Southern American racist tropes and adapts them for a modern audience. Second, its casually playful name is a blueprint for other detention centers popping up across the United States. But what does this all add up to?In this episode, Brittany, freelance journalist Asher Elbein, and Miami Herald race and identity reporter Raisa Habersham unpack the racist trope of alligators in Florida and how the joke-ified name of the facility dehumanizes its inmates.For handpicked podcast recommendations every week, subscribe to NPR's Pod Club newsletter at npr.org/podclub.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy