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In this episode of PhotoWork with Sasha Wolf, Sasha is joined by legendary photo critic, curator, and collector Vince Aletti. Vince reflects on his early days as a music critic for Rolling Stone before joining the Village Voice as an arts editor, where he also began writing about photography. Later, as the photography critic at The New Yorker, Vince became a deeply admired voice in the field. Photographers hoped he would write about their work because his reviews were always perceptive, beautifully written, and profoundly generous of spirit. Sasha and Vince also revisit a personal milestone: Vince was the first critic to review an exhibition at Sasha's gallery, featuring photographs by the late Paul McDonough—a review that helped launch both Paul's career and Sasha's as a gallerist. In addition, they explore Vince's unparalleled collection of photo ephemera, a lifelong passion that has not only preserved vital archives of lesser-known work but has also inspired acclaimed photobooks and exhibitions. https://www.newyorker.com/contributors/vince-aletti https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vince_Aletti Vince Aletti is a writer and curator based in New York City. His writings on music and photography have been published widely. Between 1973 and 1978 Aletti wrote a highly prescient weekly column on the emerging disco scene for Record World magazine, and between 1987 and 2005 he was the art editor and photography critic for The Village Voice. His writings have also appeared in The New Yorker, Artforum, and Vogue Italia, among many other publications. His book Issues: A History of Photography in Fashion Magazines was published by Phaidon in 2019. The Drawer was published by Self Publish, Be Happy in September 2022 and went on to win the 2023 Aperture/Paris Photo Photobook of the Year award. An exhibition at White Columns inspired by The Drawer in 2024 was Aletti's fifth collaboration with the gallery, following on from his 2008 exhibition Male: Work from the Collection of Vince Aletti; the 2014 exhibition of Robert Kitchen's work, and the 2019 exhibition of Ed Baynard's work (both curated by Aletti); and the 2008 White Columns publication of Aletti's collected writings on disco, Disco File, which was subsequently republished in an expanded edition by DJ History/D.A.P. Born 1945, Philadelphia Rolling Stone contributor (1970–1989); first mainstream writer on disco (1973) Record World weekly disco columnist (1974–1979) Senior Editor, Photo Critic & Art Editor, The Village Voice (~1987–2005) Contributor, The New Yorker (2005–2016): weekly exhibition reviews in Goings on About Town Various publications: Artforum, Aperture, Photograph, Vogue Italia, FOAM, System
Welcome, my friends, to Paranormal Heart podcast, paranormal talk, with heart and soul. Tonight's segment is pre-recorded streaming on United Public Radio Network, 107.7 New Orleans and 105.3 the Gulf Coast, YouTube and anyplace you find your favorite podcasts. I'm your host, Kat Ward. Thank you so much for tuning in. Before I bring on tonight's guests, I want to give a very special shout-out to Heidi and her sweet granddaughter, Audrey Marie. They listen to the show together, and that just warms my heart. Thank you both so much for your love and support — it truly means the world to me. Now, folks, can you believe it? We've made it to segment 50! And to celebrate, I couldn't think of two better people to join me than my dear friends and returning guests, Ann Selene and Ron “Cryptoguru” Murphy. Tonight, we're diving into a really fascinating subject — the connection between psychology and the paranormal. Thank you to my special guest tonight, my amazing audience, and UPRN, 107.7 New Orleans and 105.3 the Gulf Coast. Remember, if you enjoyed the show, please support us by Liking, Subscribing, Sharing and Commenting. Another way to help support the show is by grabbing some swag! If you'd like to pick up your very own Paranormal Heart Podcast mug, just drop me an email at paranormalheart13@gmail.com. Until next time, take care of each other. Much love to you all! Ron: Ron Murphy has been investigating the stuff of nightmares for over 30 years. He has investigated the things that go bump in the night and meticulously researched the historical and psychological context of myths and legends from around the world. Mr. Murphy seeks to uncover the archetypal precedent for the monsters that haunt our collective thoughts. Ann: Lady Ann Selene is an author, intuitive researcher, and host of The Caravan, Library of Lore podcast. From an early age, she has been immersed in paranormal experiences, which shaped her lifelong exploration of the unseen world. Her travels and investigations have taken her into haunted spaces, encounters with shadow entities, and explorations of psychic phenomena. Blending psychology with the paranormal, she approaches these mysteries as both an observer and healer, recognizing how our inner states can influence—and be influenced by—unexplained events. A Reiki Master and energy worker, she emphasizes the healing potential found in spiritual encounters and storytelling. Her book, Aperture in the Veil: Born Into a Preternatural World, is both memoir and reflection, offering insight into how paranormal experiences intertwine with personal growth and the human psyche. Through her writing and broadcasting, Lady Ann invites others to consider the veil between worlds as a place of both mystery and transformation. Links: Ron- www.ron-cryptoguru.com Ann- www.annselene.com
Multi-Function Aperture Sensors take center stage in this week's podcast! My guests are Jake Braegelmann and Ryan Jansen from New Wave Design. Jake, Ryan and I explore the benefits, challenges, and future of multi-function aperture sensors and what we should expect for the next generation of multi-function aperture architecture. Also this week, I check out how a group of scientists from the University of Bremen have cracked the code on how our brainwaves filter the noise of every day life.
This podcast series explores a game-changing understanding of the human mind that operates “Before Psychology” — the secret source that exponentially increases peace, performance, and potential for any individual or organisation.
Steve and Nick are running on empty through a busy wedding season! In this show they look at their respective collection of Sony fit lenses. Do we really need that F1.4 aperture? And what else do they look for when choosing and using Sony lenses. The guys also look at their back up strategies for wedding raw files, do we have a blind spot in our workflow? And, at what stage do we break out the flash gear at a wedding, if at all?Evoto One launch event in NYC https://luma.com/1c3nl5kqFujikina London https://www.fujifilm-x.com/en-gb/events/fujikina-london-2025/Nick Church and Steve Vaughan are professional wedding photographers based in the UK. They both use Sony Alpha cameras and lenses. Video version of the Podcast including slide shows of images https://www.youtube.com/@thephotographypod Nick's website : https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/Nick's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nickchurchphotography/ Nick Church Creative Academy https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/news/introducing-nick-church-creative-academy Steve's website : https://www.samandstevephotography.com/Steve's Wedding Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/samandstevephotography/Steve's personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevevaughanphotography Music from Artlist.io Any technical information given by the presenters is based on their understanding and opinion at the time of recording
In 2020, Aperture magazine invited Garth Greenwell to write about Mark Armijo McKnight's photographs. The images immediately captivated him, offering new possibilities for thinking and feeling.Their work meets in shared spaces: the erotic, the poetic, desire and restraint, silence and shadow; both illuminating queer lives with honesty and complexity.What began as an assignment deepened into a deep, loving friendship, one that continues to reshape and expand their inner and outer worlds.
Lance and Matt sit down with Jonathan Russell and Matt Gervais of The Head and the Heart to discuss the band's latest album Aperture, a return to their self-produced roots. Check out Aperture at https://theheadandtheheart.com/Shout Outs:Rivers and Roads Foundation: https://connect.clickandpledge.com/w/Form/424a8c30-5a33-40a9-8084-d5007bb5f323Chickapig: https://www.chickapig.com/
Nat Ward lives in Queens, NY. His work is collected by the Museum of Modern Art, the Guggenheim Museum, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, The Parrish Art Museum, and the Museum of Fine Arts Houston. His previous book of photographs and poetry, Big Throat, was published by +KGP in 2020. Ward founded the collaborative photographic project space A New Nothing with Ben Alper in 2014 and has had features on his photographic work published in Aperture, Interview, Collector Daily, Photobook Journal, Photography & Culture, C4, The British Journal of Photography, Unseen, Vogue, Vogue Italia, Vice, and Juxtapoz. He has exhibited photographic and text-based installations at Nathalie Karg Gallery, New York Live Arts, Hampshire College, and The Jewish Museum. Ward has been awarded residencies and fellowships from Yaddo, The Cooper Union Professional Development Fund, the Edward F. Albee Foundation, and The Sharpe-Walentas Studio Program. His poetry and critical writing have appeared in publications from Wendy's Subway, 1080Press, The Brooklyn Review, and Beautiful Days Press. Ward's poems appear alongside photographs by Sara J. Winson and Aaron Canopy in Shades, published by Push Pull Editions (2024). Ward holds an MFA in Visual Art from Columbia University and an MFA in Poetry from Brooklyn College. https://nat-ward.com https://www.instagram.com/mrnatward/ https://powerhousebooks.com/books/ditch-montauk-new-york-11954/ This podcast is sponsored by the Charcoal Book Club Begin Building your dream photobook library today at https://charcoalbookclub.com
Send us a textEver wondered how some photos make the subject leap out with a dreamy, soft background, while others keep every detail crystal-clear from front to back? That, my dear listener, is the magic of Depth of Field (DoF)! ✨ In this episode, Rick McEvoy, your plain-English photography guide, unlocks this fundamental concept, showing you how to wield it for stunning, professional-looking images every time.Forget complex jargon; we're talking about depth of sharpness – how much of your photo appears acceptably sharp. It's your secret weapon for guiding the viewer's eye, creating drama, and truly making your subjects sing.
Jimmy Morrison co-wrote and directed the award-winning documentary The Housing Bubble with NY Times bestselling author Tom Woods. The film still holds the attendance record at the Anthem Film Festival after over 300 people spilled into the hallway at the premiere. Jimmy drove over 35,000 miles shooting interviews with people that predicted the crash like Ron Paul, Jim Rogers, Marc Faber, Peter Schiff, Doug Casey, Jim Grant, and David Stockman.All told, Morrison has three documentaries on our spiralling debt crisis which keeps getting monumentally bigger: The Housing Bubble (2019); The Fall of 2008 (2025) and The Bigger Bubble (2026). "Some call it the Everything Bubble. Each [financial] buble keeps getting bigger," Morrison tells DIG LIFE DEEP! host JOHN AIDAN BYRNE, in this interview. We trace the surge in global financial and US debt encompassing mind-bending US student debt, credit card debt, unfunded liabilities and more. Global debt is thought to be hovering around $300 trillion or even much more. How did it come to this? We explore this horrendous debt accumulation and the rise of central banking with filmmaker MORRISON. Morrison's work on Dennis Quaid's Grid Down won a Storyteller Award at DOC LA. Although he was responsible for the motion graphics, his primary role was as a script doctor. Jimmy produced and ran a camera for the mockumentary Rocksteppy, starring Jake Dilley and McManus Woodend, best known for his recurring role as the GEICO caveman. The film features Jeff Dowd: the Coen Brothers original inspiration for “The Dude,” as well as cameos from Oscar-winning directors David Lynch and Peter Farrelly. David Lynch had picked Jimmy and Jake's music video Aperture for a grant. It also screened at the Minneapolis St. Paul Film Festival. His next film will tell the story of Luka Garza's journey to the NBA.Jimmy worked closely with Gary Johnson from 2010-2011 on his Republican Presidential campaign.Website: letusdisagree.com
Send us a textAre you tired of your camera making all the decisions?
In this special encore episode of The Voice of Retail, recorded live at the Cox School of Business at Southern Methodist University in Dallas, host Michael LeBlanc is joined by longtime Remarkable Retail #podcast collaborator and retail thought leader Steve Dennis to celebrate the launch of Steve's latest book, Leaders Leap: Transforming Your Company at the Speed of Disruption.Best known for his bestselling book Remarkable Retail, Steve steps outside the retail-specific lens to explore a broader question: Why do leaders and companies fail to transform—even when they know they must? Drawing on personal experiences at iconic retailers like Sears and Neiman Marcus, Steve shares how legacy mindsets, fear of risk, and "timid transformations" can doom even the most well-intentioned strategies. He recalls a pivotal moment at Sears when, after 18 months of strategic planning and board approval, a colleague remarked that the new plan was “not a strategy to win—just a strategy to suck less.”From there, the conversation dives into the key themes of Leaders Leap, including Steve's concept of “leadership mind leaps”—seven fundamental shifts that leaders must make to truly drive meaningful transformation. These include “Crush Your Ego,” “Open the Aperture,” “Edit to Amplify,” “Start with Wow,” “Think Radically,” “Embrace the Risk of Inaction,” and “Accelerate with Urgency.” Each leap challenges conventional leadership norms and encourages leaders to rethink their roles in the face of fast-paced disruption.Steve and Michael discuss why merely optimizing the business model isn't enough in an age defined by exponential change, and how legacy brands can learn from disruptors like Uber, Airbnb, and Netflix—companies that pivoted boldly and often. Using examples from RH (formerly Restoration Hardware) and Vuori, the episode highlights how focus, differentiation, and bold thinking can enable even established players to reinvent themselves.This episode is a masterclass in leadership transformation for retailers and executives across sectors. Whether you're a C-suite veteran, a team leader, or an entrepreneur navigating disruption, this conversation offers both strategic frameworks and personal insight that can help you leap forward, not fall behind. Michael LeBlanc is the president and founder of M.E. LeBlanc & Company Inc, a senior retail advisor, keynote speaker and now, media entrepreneur. He has been on the front lines of retail industry change for his entire career. Michael has delivered keynotes, hosted fire-side discussions and participated worldwide in thought leadership panels, most recently on the main stage in Toronto at Retail Council of Canada's Retail Marketing conference with leaders from Walmart & Google. He brings 25+ years of brand/retail/marketing & eCommerce leadership experience with Levi's, Black & Decker, Hudson's Bay, CanWest Media, Pandora Jewellery, The Shopping Channel and Retail Council of Canada to his advisory, speaking and media practice.Michael produces and hosts a network of leading retail trade podcasts, including the award-winning No.1 independent retail industry podcast in America, Remarkable Retail with his partner, Dallas-based best-selling author Steve Dennis; Canada's top retail industry podcast The Voice of Retail and Canada's top food industry and one of the top Canadian-produced management independent podcasts in the country, The Food Professor with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois from Dalhousie University in Halifax.Rethink Retail has recognized Michael as one of the top global retail experts for the fifth year in a row, the National Retail Federation has designated Michael as on their Top Retail Voices for 2025, Thinkers 360 has named him on of the Top 50 global thought leaders in retail, RTIH has named him a top 100 global though leader in retail technology and Coresight Research has named Michael a Retail AI Influencer. If you are a BBQ fan, you can tune into Michael's cooking show, Last Request BBQ, on YouTube, Instagram, X and yes, TikTok.Michael is available for keynote presentations helping retailers, brands and retail industry insiders explaining the current state and future of the retail industry in North America and around the world.
Send us a textIs your camera secretly plotting to make your photos blurry?
Strings and vocalists, Matty & Charity Rose Thielen Gervais, of Seattle folk rock band, The Head and The Heart, join us on this episode of The Adamantium Podcast. We discuss their new album, Aperture, and why the band felt like they needed a restart for this album, and how it became their most collaborative work. We also talk about the creation of the songs “After The Setting Sun” and “Time With My Sins,” as well as starring in the Cameron Crowe TV series, Roadies.
#574 In this episode of the podcast, I got brutally honest about an uncomfortable truth many photographers—myself included—often avoid: believing new gear will instantly make us better photographers. I dove into why so many of us, at some point, fixate on the idea that lack of equipment stands between us and the images we want to create. Drawing from my own experiences—like nearly convincing myself to buy a $7,500 Fujifilm GFX100 medium format camera after I left wedding photography—I shared how easy it is to fall into the "gear will fix it" trap, when what I really needed was to spend more time shooting.I challenged listeners (and myself) to rekindle excitement by using the equipment we already own. Whether that's taking a “camera date” or giving ourselves quirky creative assignments, the goal is to reconnect with the fun and freedom of shooting—without the pressure of perfection or the itch for an upgrade.KEY TOPICS COVEREDThe Gear Myth and Creative Ruts - Raymond explains how photographers often blame their uninspiring work on having outdated or entry-level gear. He shares his own experience almost buying an expensive Fujifilm GFX100, only to realize his creative rut was due to not shooting, not his equipment.What Really Makes a Great Photo? - Instead of megapixels and advanced specs, Raymond outlines the four essential elements of great photography: moment, light, composition, and exposure. He likens the camera to a toaster—it's the photographer's decisions that determine the quality of the image.Practical Steps for Rekindling Creativity - To break out of gear-focused thinking, Raymond suggests simple exercises like going on a “camera date” with the least-used gear or imposing creative constraints. He also stresses the value of learning manual mode and studying light and composition.IMPORTANT DEFINITIONS & CONCEPTS• Gear Acquisition Syndrome (GAS): The compulsion to buy new cameras or lenses as a solution to creative blocks or skill limitations; often a distraction from the real means of improvement.DISCUSSION & REFLECTION QUESTIONSThink back to your favorite photo you've taken—what role did your gear actually play in the outcome?Have you ever felt creatively stagnant and blamed your equipment? What actions could you take instead?What are some ways you can challenge yourself to see new possibilities with the gear you already own?Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.comConnect with Raymond! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Get your Photo Questions Answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!
Alejandro Cartagena | Ground Rules Photographer, publisher, and curator Alejandro Cartagena joined me at the 2025 Chico Review. We talk about the many different ways in which Alejandro practices photography and how much he has embraced being and editor and curator for others. Alejandro also discusses his upcoming retrospective, Ground Rules, at SFMOMA, curated by Shana Lopes along with the accompanying book published by Aperture. The show opens in September and the book is scheduled for November. https://alejandrocartagena.com — https://www.instagram.com/alexcartagenamex/ This podcast is sponsored by the Charcoal Book Club Begin Building your dream photobook library today at https://charcoalbookclub.com Alejandro Cartagena, Mexican (b. 1977, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic) lives and works in Monterrey, Mexico. His projects employ landscape and portraiture as a means to examine social, urban, and environmental issues. Cartagena's work has been exhibited internationally in more than 50 group and individual exhibitions in spaces including the Fondation Cartier pour l'art contemporain in Paris and the CCCB in Barcelona, and his work is in the collections of several museums including the San Francisco MOMA, The J. Paul Getty Museum, The Museum of Contemporary Photography in Chicago, The MFAH in Houston, the Portland Museum of Art, The West Collection, the Coppel collection, the FEMSA Collection, Museum of Fine Arts in Houston, the George Eastman House and the Santa Barbara Museum of Art and among others. Cartagena has received several awards including the international Photolucida Critical Mass Book Award, the Street Photography Award in London Photo Festival, the Lente Latino Award in Chile, the Premio IILA-FotoGrafia Award in Rome and the Salon de la Fotografia of Fototeca de Nuevo Leon in Mexico among others. He has been named an International Discoveries of the FotoFest festival, a FOAM magazine TALENT and an Emerging photographer of PDN magazine. He has also been a finalist for the Aperture Portfolio Award and has been nominated for the Santa Fe Photography Prize, the Prix Pictet Prize, the Photoespaña Descubrimientos Award and the FOAM Paul Huff Award. His work has been published internationally in magazines and newspapers such as Newsweek, Nowness, Domus, the Financial Times, The New York Times, Le Monde, Stern, PDN, The New Yorker, and Wallpaper among others.
We were very fortunate to have Chris Zasche and Kenny Hensley from The Head And The Heart on the podcast to talk about their new album, "Aperture". Enjoy!The Head And The Heart Socials: Twitter: https://x.com/headandtheheartInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theheadandtheheart/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theheadandtheheartTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theheadandtheheartYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/theheadandtheheartApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/the-head-and-the-heart/380045979Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0n94vC3S9c3mb2HyNAOcjgWebsite: https://theheadandtheheart.com/Grab some GNP Merch!: https://goodnoisepodcast.creator-spring.com/Check out the recording gear we use: https://www.amazon.com/shop/goodnoisepodcastSupport the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodnoisepodcastGood Noise Podcast Socials:Twitter: https://twitter.com/good_noise_castInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/goodnoisepodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/goodnoisepodDiscord: https://discord.gg/nDAQKwTYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFHKPdUxxe1MaGNWoFtjoJASpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/04IMtdIrCIvbIr7g6ttZHiAll other streaming platforms: https://linktr.ee/goodnoisepodcastBandcamp: https://goodnoiserecords.bandcamp.com/
Karen Read Trial - Judson Welcher From Aperture Cross Examination & Re-Direct Description: The cross-examination wraps, and the prosecution follows with re-direct to re-establish Judson Welcher's credibility and reinforce his key conclusions. This segment showcases the tug-of-war over expert interpretation and how precise data — or its presentation — can shape a jury's perception in a high-stakes case. Hashtags: #KarenRead #JudsonWelcher #CourtroomDrama #ReDirect #ForensicBattle #CrashAnalysis #ExpertWitnessTestimony #ApertureForensics #TrueCrimeTrial #JusticeForJohnOKeefe Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872
Karen Read Trial - Judson Welcher From Aperture Cross Examination Part 2 Description: As cross-examination continues, the defense zeroes in on the reliability of the data and simulation models used by Judson Welcher and Aperture. Welcher is pressed on assumptions, thresholds, and visual representation of impact scenarios — in an attempt to raise doubt about the prosecution's timeline and theory of the case. Hashtags: #KarenReadTrial #CrossExamination #CrashReconstruction #JudsonWelcherTestimony #TrueCrimeVideo #VehicleForensics #JohnOKeefe #CourtroomDebate #ForensicScience #TrialDrama Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872
Karen Read Trial - Judson Welcher From Aperture Cross Examination Part 1 Description: In this critical segment of the trial, the defense begins its cross-examination of Judson Welcher. Attempting to poke holes in Aperture's crash analysis and methodology, Read's attorneys challenge assumptions, question visibility models, and raise issues of expert bias. This is the first round of a highly technical — and tactical — courtroom exchange. Hashtags: #KarenRead #JudsonWelcher #CrossExamination #DefenseStrategy #TrueCrimeCourtroom #ApertureAnalysis #CrashDataDebate #TrialFootage #KarenReadDefense #JohnOKeefeCase Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872
Karen Read Trial - Judson Welcher From Aperture Direct Examination Part 2 Description: Part 2 of Judson Welcher's direct examination continues to unpack the forensic reconstruction of the alleged vehicle strike. Using detailed animation models and vehicle dynamics data, Welcher walks the jury deeper into the timing and mechanical behavior of Read's Lexus SUV. The testimony focuses on acceleration patterns and reverse speed — elements that could determine whether this was an accident or something much darker. Hashtags: #KarenReadTrial #ApertureForensics #CrashExpert #JudsonWelcher #JohnOKeefe #ReverseImpact #VehicleData #TrueCrimeCourt #TrialAnalysis #ExpertTestimony Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872
Karen Read Trial - Judson Welcher From Aperture Direct Examination Part 1 Description: In this courtroom clip, Judson Welcher, a crash reconstruction expert from Aperture, takes the stand in the Karen Read trial. In Part 1 of his direct examination, Welcher begins to walk the jury through forensic vehicle data, reverse throttle evidence, and scene analysis from the night of John O'Keefe's death. With a technical but powerful breakdown of the movements of Karen Read's SUV, this testimony sets the stage for a battle of expert interpretations in a case centered around timing, trajectory, and intent. Hashtags: #KarenRead #JudsonWelcher #ApertureAnalysis #TrueCrimeTrial #JohnOKeefe #CrashReconstruction #CourtroomTestimony #ExpertWitness #ForensicEvidence #HiddenKillers Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872
Battle of the Experts: ARCCA vs. Aperture in the Karen Read Trial In this episode of Hidden Killers, retired FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer joins Tony Brueski to break down the forensic battle at the heart of the Karen Read trial. On one side, you have ARCCA—a nationally respected accident reconstruction firm—offering dramatic simulations and biomechanical assessments. On the other, Aperture's Shannon Burgess delivers SUV telemetry data that pinpoints a 12:32 AM reverse gear event—coinciding with the last known movement on John O'Keefe's phone. But how credible are these experts? We dig into the court revelations about Burgess's résumé errors and admitted confusion over basic data units—raising real questions about reliability. Meanwhile, ARCCA's reenactment has been criticized for lacking scientific precision and leaning into visual storytelling rather than hard data. Coffindaffer analyzes both sides from a federal investigative lens: What's valid? What's theater? And what would an FBI-led forensic team have done differently? If you're confused by the dueling experts, you're not alone. This is your guide through the noise. #KarenReadTrial #ExpertWitness #ARCCA #ApertureForensics #FBIAnalysis #TrueCrimeBreakdown #KarenRead #CourtroomDrama #JohnOKeefe #DigitalForensics Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872
Hidden Killers With Tony Brueski | True Crime News & Commentary
Karen Read Trial - Judson Welcher From Aperture Direct Examination Part 1 Description: In this courtroom clip, Judson Welcher, a crash reconstruction expert from Aperture, takes the stand in the Karen Read trial. In Part 1 of his direct examination, Welcher begins to walk the jury through forensic vehicle data, reverse throttle evidence, and scene analysis from the night of John O'Keefe's death. With a technical but powerful breakdown of the movements of Karen Read's SUV, this testimony sets the stage for a battle of expert interpretations in a case centered around timing, trajectory, and intent. Hashtags: #KarenRead #JudsonWelcher #ApertureAnalysis #TrueCrimeTrial #JohnOKeefe #CrashReconstruction #CourtroomTestimony #ExpertWitness #ForensicEvidence #HiddenKillers Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872
Hidden Killers With Tony Brueski | True Crime News & Commentary
Karen Read Trial - Judson Welcher From Aperture Direct Examination Part 2 Description: Part 2 of Judson Welcher's direct examination continues to unpack the forensic reconstruction of the alleged vehicle strike. Using detailed animation models and vehicle dynamics data, Welcher walks the jury deeper into the timing and mechanical behavior of Read's Lexus SUV. The testimony focuses on acceleration patterns and reverse speed — elements that could determine whether this was an accident or something much darker. Hashtags: #KarenReadTrial #ApertureForensics #CrashExpert #JudsonWelcher #JohnOKeefe #ReverseImpact #VehicleData #TrueCrimeCourt #TrialAnalysis #ExpertTestimony Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872
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Karen Read Trial - Judson Welcher From Aperture Cross Examination Part 1 Description: In this critical segment of the trial, the defense begins its cross-examination of Judson Welcher. Attempting to poke holes in Aperture's crash analysis and methodology, Read's attorneys challenge assumptions, question visibility models, and raise issues of expert bias. This is the first round of a highly technical — and tactical — courtroom exchange. Hashtags: #KarenRead #JudsonWelcher #CrossExamination #DefenseStrategy #TrueCrimeCourtroom #ApertureAnalysis #CrashDataDebate #TrialFootage #KarenReadDefense #JohnOKeefeCase Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872
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Battle of the Experts: ARCCA vs. Aperture in the Karen Read Trial In this episode of Hidden Killers, retired FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer joins Tony Brueski to break down the forensic battle at the heart of the Karen Read trial. On one side, you have ARCCA—a nationally respected accident reconstruction firm—offering dramatic simulations and biomechanical assessments. On the other, Aperture's Shannon Burgess delivers SUV telemetry data that pinpoints a 12:32 AM reverse gear event—coinciding with the last known movement on John O'Keefe's phone. But how credible are these experts? We dig into the court revelations about Burgess's résumé errors and admitted confusion over basic data units—raising real questions about reliability. Meanwhile, ARCCA's reenactment has been criticized for lacking scientific precision and leaning into visual storytelling rather than hard data. Coffindaffer analyzes both sides from a federal investigative lens: What's valid? What's theater? And what would an FBI-led forensic team have done differently? If you're confused by the dueling experts, you're not alone. This is your guide through the noise. #KarenReadTrial #ExpertWitness #ARCCA #ApertureForensics #FBIAnalysis #TrueCrimeBreakdown #KarenRead #CourtroomDrama #JohnOKeefe #DigitalForensics Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872
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Karen Read Trial - Judson Welcher From Aperture Cross Examination Part 2 Description: As cross-examination continues, the defense zeroes in on the reliability of the data and simulation models used by Judson Welcher and Aperture. Welcher is pressed on assumptions, thresholds, and visual representation of impact scenarios — in an attempt to raise doubt about the prosecution's timeline and theory of the case. Hashtags: #KarenReadTrial #CrossExamination #CrashReconstruction #JudsonWelcherTestimony #TrueCrimeVideo #VehicleForensics #JohnOKeefe #CourtroomDebate #ForensicScience #TrialDrama Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872
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Karen Read Trial - Judson Welcher From Aperture Cross Examination & Re-Direct Description: The cross-examination wraps, and the prosecution follows with re-direct to re-establish Judson Welcher's credibility and reinforce his key conclusions. This segment showcases the tug-of-war over expert interpretation and how precise data — or its presentation — can shape a jury's perception in a high-stakes case. Hashtags: #KarenRead #JudsonWelcher #CourtroomDrama #ReDirect #ForensicBattle #CrashAnalysis #ExpertWitnessTestimony #ApertureForensics #TrueCrimeTrial #JusticeForJohnOKeefe Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872
Judson Welcher from Aperture is on the stand for days 22 & 23. The state rests with a clip of Karen. Friday is a full day where the defense will begin their case.Donate: (Thank you for your support! Couldn't do what I love without all y'all) PayPal - paypal.com/paypalme/prettyliesandalibisVenmo - @prettyliesalibisBuy Me A Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/prettyliesrCash App- PrettyliesandalibisAll links: https://linktr.ee/prettyliesandalibisMerch: prettyliesandalibis.myshopify.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/PrettyLiesAndAlibis(Weekly lives and private message board)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pretty-lies-and-alibis--4447192/support.
Watch the full coverage of the live stream on The Emily D Baker YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/live/IduAs7XWVEUDay 22 of the Karen Read Retrial happened on May 28, 2025. After a brief Direct Examination by Special Prosecutor, Hank Brennan, of their Accident Reconstructionist, Dr. Welcher, Cross Examination took up the whole day and will continue on Day 23. Defense Attorney, Robert Alessi, ross-examination was rigorous and focused on challenging the credibility, methodology, and conclusions of the Commonwealth's expert witness. Dr. Welcher was repeatedly admonished by the court for looking at his computer and searching for information during the cross-examination, rather than answering directly from memory.Alessi questioned Dr. Welchre about the significant amount his firm, Aperture, was being paid by the Norfolk County District Attorney's Office ($325,000), and the details surrounding the purchase and sale of a Lexus exemplar for testing. The defense sought to highlight potential bias due to financial incentives.Alessi challenged inconsistencies in Dr. Welchre's testimony, such as the distance the Lexus traveled in reverse during a test (initially said to be 53 feet, then 87 feet), and the explanation of the 8 mph threshold for tail light breakage.Alessi delved into Dr. Welcher's use of data and images from Trooper Paul's report, questioning the extent to which Dr. Welcher relied on that information in his analysis. There was a dispute about a drone image and other diagrams, leading to a "Voir dire" (examination outside the presence of the jury) to clarify the sources of these materials.The voir dire aimed to clarify the sources of Dr. Welcher's materials and to determine the extent to which he relied on Trooper Paul's report or other evidence. It highlighted the defense's effort to question the independence of Dr. Welcher's analysis and the Commonwealth's attempt to defend it. The voir dire concluded with plans to continue the cross-examination the following day, with the understanding that time was limited due to a juror's scheduling issue.RESOURCESWhat You Need to Know About the Retrial - https://youtu.be/89Jpa8vz1RQ Karen Read Retrial Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gKOJlfL__9F027hlETVU-vo Karen Read Trial - 2024 - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gKUeCUzApgsEuQRXu5IXeTSThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Spotify Ad Analytics - https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/ad-analytics-privacy-policy/Podscribe - https://podscribe.com/privacy
Aperture Reconstruction Witness Judson Welcher was on direct exam the entire day - let's recap the main points!10% off all merch with code Sherlock10 at checkout Donate: (Thank you for your support! Couldn't do what I love without all y'all) PayPal - paypal.com/paypalme/prettyliesandalibisVenmo - @prettyliesalibisBuy Me A Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/prettyliesrCash App- PrettyliesandalibisAll links: https://linktr.ee/prettyliesandalibisMerch: prettyliesandalibis.myshopify.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/PrettyLiesAndAlibis(Weekly lives and private message board)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pretty-lies-and-alibis--4447192/support.
Judson Welcher, an accident reconstruction specialist and biomechanical engineer with Aperture, provided insights based on his dual expertise in evaluating vehicle accidents and their effects on human physiology.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Watch the full coverage of the live stream on The Emily D Baker YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/live/IJgD247smlQDay 19 of the Karen Read Retrial happened on May 20, 2025. Defense Attorney, Robert Alessi, continued cross examining Shanon Burgess. Questions arose regarding the accuracy of dates and timeline in the expert's analysis, with errors of 24 hours. Burgess kept saying that the event happened the night of January 29-30th when in reality is it was January 28-29th. Shanon's analysis of call logs, text streams, and vehicle data was scrutinized. There were concerns about the use of approximate times and potential confirmation bias. The expert did not have the raw data for the techstream information, he instead got it from Welcher's report. During redirect examination, Special Prosecutor, Hank Brennan, attempted to clarify Burgess' credentials and data interpretation. Pointing out that he didn't need that degree to perform his job and that work life balance made it a challenge to complete his degree.On Re-Cross Examination, Alessi pointed out that in a federal court filing in Texas, Burgess' resume stated he was anticipating a BGS - Bachelor of General Science in 2024. There is no Bachelor of General Science degree in Alabama and he has been pursuing this degree since 2008. The use of the Commonwealths presenting video and audio clips, especially the voicemail, appears to be related to establishing a timeline of Karen Read's movements and actions around the time of John O'Keefe's death. The defense may use it to show her actions were consistent, while the prosecution may use it to point out inconsistencies. The 12:25/12:30 timeframe she gives for John's passing may be challenged given her audio from the voicemail at 12:41AM.Later in the day, Christina Hanley, a trace analyst expert witness from the lab testified about a mechanical match on glass. The court adjourned early after sidebar discussions. We'll get back to her on Day 20.RESOURCESRetrial Day 10 - Voicemails - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r2vEF0vxG2wWhat You Need to Know About the Retrial - https://youtu.be/89Jpa8vz1RQ Karen Read Retrial Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gKOJlfL__9F027hlETVU-vo Karen Read Trial - 2024 - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gKUeCUzApgsEuQRXu5IXeTSThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Spotify Ad Analytics - https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/ad-analytics-privacy-policy/Podscribe - https://podscribe.com/privacy
Digital Timeline Exposed: Shanon Burgess Reveals Secrets from Karen Read's Lexus Digital Forensics Examiner Shanon Burgess of Aperture provides compelling direct testimony, breaking down the exact timeline recorded by Karen Read's Lexus SUV. Burgess explains his sophisticated chip-off technique and the comprehensive digital testing performed. His findings offer precise insights into the critical moments surrounding John O'Keefe's tragic death. Could digital data ultimately seal Karen Read's fate? Hashtags: #KarenReadRetrial #DigitalForensics #LexusEvidence #VehicleData #TrueCrimeTechnology #TimelineEvidence #JohnOKeefe #ForensicInvestigation Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872
Defense Challenges Digital Evidence: Shanon Burgess Under Intense Cross-Examination Part 1 Under rigorous cross-examination, Digital Forensics Examiner Shanon Burgess from Aperture faces tough questions from Karen Read's defense team about his methodology and the interpretation of the Lexus vehicle's data. Defense attorneys scrutinize his technical accuracy and objectivity, aiming to cast doubt on digital forensic conclusions. Can Burgess maintain credibility under pressure, or will the defense successfully undermine critical digital evidence in the Karen Read Retrial? Hashtags: #KarenReadRetrial #CrossExamination #DigitalEvidence #DefenseStrategy #CourtroomDrama #ForensicScrutiny #LegalTactics #KarenReadDefense Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872
Defense Challenges Digital Evidence: Shanon Burgess Under Intense Cross-Examination Part 2 Under rigorous cross-examination, Digital Forensics Examiner Shanon Burgess from Aperture faces tough questions from Karen Read's defense team about his methodology and the interpretation of the Lexus vehicle's data. Defense attorneys scrutinize his technical accuracy and objectivity, aiming to cast doubt on digital forensic conclusions. Can Burgess maintain credibility under pressure, or will the defense successfully undermine critical digital evidence in the Karen Read Retrial? Hashtags: #KarenReadRetrial #CrossExamination #DigitalEvidence #DefenseStrategy #CourtroomDrama #ForensicScrutiny #LegalTactics #KarenReadDefense Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872
Defense Challenges Digital Evidence: Shanon Burgess Under Intense Cross-Examination Part 3 Description: Under rigorous cross-examination, Digital Forensics Examiner Shanon Burgess from Aperture faces tough questions from Karen Read's defense team about his methodology and the interpretation of the Lexus vehicle's data. Defense attorneys scrutinize his technical accuracy and objectivity, aiming to cast doubt on digital forensic conclusions. Can Burgess maintain credibility under pressure, or will the defense successfully undermine critical digital evidence in the Karen Read Retrial? Hashtags: #KarenReadRetrial #CrossExamination #DigitalEvidence #DefenseStrategy #CourtroomDrama #ForensicScrutiny #LegalTactics #KarenReadDefense Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872
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Digital Timeline Exposed: Shanon Burgess Reveals Secrets from Karen Read's Lexus Digital Forensics Examiner Shanon Burgess of Aperture provides compelling direct testimony, breaking down the exact timeline recorded by Karen Read's Lexus SUV. Burgess explains his sophisticated chip-off technique and the comprehensive digital testing performed. His findings offer precise insights into the critical moments surrounding John O'Keefe's tragic death. Could digital data ultimately seal Karen Read's fate? Hashtags: #KarenReadRetrial #DigitalForensics #LexusEvidence #VehicleData #TrueCrimeTechnology #TimelineEvidence #JohnOKeefe #ForensicInvestigation Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872
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Defense Challenges Digital Evidence: Shanon Burgess Under Intense Cross-Examination Part 1 Under rigorous cross-examination, Digital Forensics Examiner Shanon Burgess from Aperture faces tough questions from Karen Read's defense team about his methodology and the interpretation of the Lexus vehicle's data. Defense attorneys scrutinize his technical accuracy and objectivity, aiming to cast doubt on digital forensic conclusions. Can Burgess maintain credibility under pressure, or will the defense successfully undermine critical digital evidence in the Karen Read Retrial? Hashtags: #KarenReadRetrial #CrossExamination #DigitalEvidence #DefenseStrategy #CourtroomDrama #ForensicScrutiny #LegalTactics #KarenReadDefense Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872
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Defense Challenges Digital Evidence: Shanon Burgess Under Intense Cross-Examination Part 2 Under rigorous cross-examination, Digital Forensics Examiner Shanon Burgess from Aperture faces tough questions from Karen Read's defense team about his methodology and the interpretation of the Lexus vehicle's data. Defense attorneys scrutinize his technical accuracy and objectivity, aiming to cast doubt on digital forensic conclusions. Can Burgess maintain credibility under pressure, or will the defense successfully undermine critical digital evidence in the Karen Read Retrial? Hashtags: #KarenReadRetrial #CrossExamination #DigitalEvidence #DefenseStrategy #CourtroomDrama #ForensicScrutiny #LegalTactics #KarenReadDefense Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872
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Defense Challenges Digital Evidence: Shanon Burgess Under Intense Cross-Examination Part 3 Description: Under rigorous cross-examination, Digital Forensics Examiner Shanon Burgess from Aperture faces tough questions from Karen Read's defense team about his methodology and the interpretation of the Lexus vehicle's data. Defense attorneys scrutinize his technical accuracy and objectivity, aiming to cast doubt on digital forensic conclusions. Can Burgess maintain credibility under pressure, or will the defense successfully undermine critical digital evidence in the Karen Read Retrial? Hashtags: #KarenReadRetrial #CrossExamination #DigitalEvidence #DefenseStrategy #CourtroomDrama #ForensicScrutiny #LegalTactics #KarenReadDefense Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872
Watch the full coverage of the live stream on The Emily D Baker YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/live/Hi_HNpRVySADay 18 of the Karen Read Retrial happened on May 19, 2025. Shanon Burgess, a Digital Forensic Examiner from Aperture, is witness number 35. His testimony revolves around correlating the timing of events from Karen Read's Lexus vehicle data and John O'Keefe's phone location data.Burgess provided detailed explanations of Lexus infotainment system data (Lexus clock and techstream data), key cycles, triggering events (like a three-point turn), and how this data was correlated with the data from John O'Keefe's iPhone. Time variances between the Lexus clock and the iPhone clock and the significance of these variances in relation to when O'Keefe's phone was locked.Defense Attorney, Robert Alessi, strongly challenged Burgess's credibility during cross examination by highlighting discrepancies and potential misrepresentations in his CV (resume), Aperture website information, and LinkedIn profile concerning his educational background and degrees. Questions were also raised about a report Burgess submitted on May 8th, at the request of the prosecution. Burgess stated he did it on his own initiative due to the report from the Defense's expert. It was thought that he did it at the request of the prosecutor but attributed the "per your request" statement to a copy-paste error.Alessi further challenged Burgess's understanding of data storage (megabits vs. megabytes) and the completeness of data extractions from the vehicle's chips. This could significantly impact the jury's perception of Shanon's testimony and the prosecution's case. The errors and inconsistencies in his statements, reports, and qualifications raise serious questions about the reliability of his expert opinions. There's more cross examination to come on Day 19.RESOURCESWhat You Need to Know About the Retrial - https://youtu.be/89Jpa8vz1RQ Karen Read Retrial Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gKOJlfL__9F027hlETVU-vo Karen Read Trial - 2024 - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gKUeCUzApgsEuQRXu5IXeTSThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Spotify Ad Analytics - https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/ad-analytics-privacy-policy/Podscribe - https://podscribe.com/privacy
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2 DNA experts from Bode testify about the tai light area DNA as well as the hair found on the carShanon Burgess from Aperture testifies about the timing of the 3 point turn event and the backing up event on Karen's SUV compared to John's iPhone. He made adjustments to the clock discrepancies to get the accurate time for these eventsDonate: (Thank you for your support! Couldn't do what I love without all y'all) PayPal - paypal.com/paypalme/prettyliesandalibisVenmo - @prettyliesalibisBuy Me A Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/prettyliesrCash App- PrettyliesandalibisAll links: https://linktr.ee/prettyliesandalibisMerch: prettyliesandalibis.myshopify.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/PrettyLiesAndAlibis(Weekly lives and private message board)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pretty-lies-and-alibis--4447192/support.
#564 In this episode of the podcast, I dive deep into the idea that while capturing the right moment in photography matters most, it's not everything. I share my own experiences as a photographer, especially those early days when I felt overwhelmed by all the camera settings—aperture, shutter speed, ISO—and how easy it is to get distracted by what influencers say you need in terms of new gear. I open up about how sharing my photos online sometimes left me second-guessing myself when the feedback was harsh or not constructive, and how important it is for our mental health to not tie our self-worth to internet commentary.KEY TOPICS COVEREDThe Role of Moment in Great Photography - I talk about why the “moment” is king, but also share a story of photographing race cars with my son to show that technical choices—like shutter speed—are what give your images the power to convey emotion and story.Overcoming Overwhelm and Gear Envy - I reflect on my struggles with self-doubt, gear lust, and how feeling unskilled led me to blame my camera for missed shots. I encourage you to focus on learning and being patient with yourself instead of obsessing over equipment or social media critique.Shooting in Manual and Preparing for the Moment - I break down my personal workflow, from choosing settings to working with couples, so you can enter your sessions confident in exposure and ready to pay attention to the fleeting moments that matter.IMPORTANT DEFINITIONS & CONCEPTSManual Mode: The camera setting where the photographer controls ISO, aperture, and shutter speed, rather than letting the camera choose. This gives more creative control and removes uncertainty about exposure.Exposure: The overall brightness or darkness of a photograph, determined by settings such as shutter speed, aperture, and ISO. Proper exposure is essential for capturing high-quality moments.DISCUSSION & REFLECTION QUESTIONSHow has mastering camera settings changed the way you feel during a shoot?Have social media comments ever affected your confidence? How can you protect your creative process?What can you do before a session to minimize stress and maximize your ability to catch authentic moments?Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.comConnect with Raymond! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Get your Photo Questions Answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!
Watch the full coverage of the live stream on The Emily D Baker YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/live/P_Lo2vXvHyMDay 17 of the Karen Read Retrial happened on May 16, 2025. The court addressed juror conduct issues, with a jurors making facial expressions and muttering. A stipulation was read regarding State Police troopers present at the autopsy, specifically noting Troopers Keefe and Watson were present, not Former Trooper Michael Proctor.Andre Porto, the Forensic Scientist, testimony revolved around DNA evidence found on a piece of glass and the tail light, with John O'Keefe's DNA and DNA from two unknown individuals being present. The defense strategy focused on questioning the thoroughness of the investigation and emphasizing that unknown DNA samples were not tested against other individuals of interest like Brian Higgins. Legal arguments arose regarding the chain of custody of evidence and delays in its submission. The judge ruled on objections and addressed issues related to rebuttal witnesses and ARCA expert testimony. There were discussions about new information and reports from experts causing potential time shifts and debates over whether this information was truly new or if it was previously disclosed.The day ended with testimony from Ash Vallier, a Forensic Scientist who pieced together the tail light, with discussions about which pieces fit and which did not. Some items from evidence bags were not fitting together mechanically and other items from different bags were fitting together. Defense Attorney, David Yannetti, crossed Vallier, highlighting potential issues with the chain of custody and who had access to evidence, particularly with Trooper Proctor. Trooper Michael Proctor was identified as submitting clothing evidence to the lab six weeks after the incident and the person who brought in the all of the pieces in the dash 7 series that fit together. Judge Cannone addressed concerns about new expert reports from Aperture, ruling that they were not grounds for undue surprise or prejudice but were ample ground for cross-examination by the defense. The Judge also addressed the ARCCA expert issue, allowing limited rebuttal testimony of Aperture only as to the new opinions by ARCCA from their May 7th report. The Judge stated the defense could recall witnesses under certain circumstances and addressed the long weekend break, stating it would give the defense the time they had requested. RESOURCESCalling a Witness Back? https://youtu.be/Wzt0SgXLa7k&t=564sFormer Trooper Proctor Did Not Attend The Autopsy - https://youtu.be/etzXdZ2T3D4&t=128s What You Need to Know About the Retrial - https://youtu.be/89Jpa8vz1RQ Karen Read Retrial Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gKOJlfL__9F027hlETVU-vo Karen Read Trial - 2024 - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gKUeCUzApgsEuQRXu5IXeTSThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Spotify Ad Analytics - https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/ad-analytics-privacy-policy/Podscribe - https://podscribe.com/privacy
Watch the full coverage of the live stream on The Emily D Baker YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/live/hC-r7dHxioADay 16 of the Karen Read Retrial happened on May 15, 2025. At the end of Re-Cross Examination, Maureen Harnett, the forensic analyst, wanted to "correct something for the record" from their previous testimony. This implies there might have been an error or omission in their earlier statements that they feel needs to be addressed. However, the court and Special Prosecutor, Hank Brennan, did not seem inclined to allow the correction at that moment. Judge Cannone let them know all of the questions that needed to be asked of them was complete and they were free to go.Next, Dr. Irini Scordi-Bello, Coroner & Medical Examiner, took the stand! A significant portion of the testimony revolves around the coroner's finding that the manner of John O'Keefe's death was "undetermined." This term is defined as when the information pointing to one manner of death is not more compelling than other reasonable possibilities, or when the death investigation lacks sufficient information to opine on a manner of death at the time the death certificate is signed.The coroner stated she examined John O'Keefe's lower extremities as part of the protocol in cases of suspected impact with a motor vehicle. She did not find any evidence of an impact site. The Prosecution asked the coroner repeatedly if she was aware of various pieces of information, including statements that Karen Read allegedly made, such as "I hit him," that she didn't know how she cracked her tail light, and that people had been drinking. The coroner confirms that she was aware of most of this information before making her determination. Despite knowing all this information, Dr. Scordi-Bello still concluded that the manner of death was undetermined.The coroner recalls two individuals being present at the autopsy. Initially, she doesn't remember their names, but after looking at a log, she identifies them as Mr. Keefe and Mr. Connor. There's confusion, because Trooper Connor Keefe's testimony is that he attended the autopsy alone but the person next to him looks a lot like Former Trooper Michael Proctor.After the Jury was dismissed, disputes over expert witnesses involve issues of late discovery, changing reports, timing discrepancies, and procedural fairness. Defense attorney, Robert Alessi, is concerned that the Commonwealth is trying to adjust Aperture, their expert's testimony, to align with other witness, Ian Whiffin. This new report shifts the estimated time of impact from between 12:31:38am-12:31:43am to 12:32:16am. The Commonwealth, in turn, argues that they need more time to review the defense's voluminous reports from ARCCA and to ensure their expert can provide a complete and accurate analysis. These conflicts are creating significant tension and procedural challenges in the trial. Judge Cannone has taken under advisement and will make a determination soon.RESOURCESFormer Trooper Proctor Did Not Attend The Autopsy - https://youtu.be/etzXdZ2T3D4&t=128sWhat You Need to Know About the Retrial - https://youtu.be/89Jpa8vz1RQ Karen Read Retrial Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gKOJlfL__9F027hlETVU-vo Karen Read Trial - 2024 -
Aperture is the sixth studio album by the indie-folk band The Head And The Heart and it's kind of a return to the more grounded, collaborative sound of their earliest work. It's less polished, less highly produced, not as poppy. That's not an accident. The band has been putting in the work to be more of a cohesive unit by sharing songwriting and singing duties, going to therapy together, and trying to closely protect the health of both the individual members and the group itself. Kenny Hensley joins us to talk about the shoulder injuries he incurred, a dangerous xanax habit that followed, some unpleasant incidents that resulted from that, his suspension from The Head And The Heart, and his return to good health and a productive role.Thank you to all our listeners who support the show as monthly members of Maximum Fun.Check out our I'm Glad You're Here and Depresh Mode merchandise at the brand new merch website MaxFunStore.com!Hey, remember, you're part of Depresh Mode and we want to hear what you want to hear about. What guests and issues would you like to have covered in a future episode? Write us at depreshmode@maximumfun.org.Depresh Mode is on BlueSky, Instagram, Substack, and you can join our Preshies Facebook group. Help is available right away.The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988 or 1-800-273-8255, 1-800-273-TALKCrisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741.International suicide hotline numbers available here: https://www.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines