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“I don't even know how I survived the days.” After surviving childhood trauma, domestic violence, and rebuilding her life in America from nothing, Zee Wilcox believed the hardest chapters were behind her — until a Texas family court judge removed her 7-year-old daughter without evidence. In this episode of the Starter Girlz Podcast, Jennifer Loehding sits down with American citizen, small business owner, mother of three, stepmother of five, and Texas House District 98 candidate Zee Wilcox for one of the most powerful conversations to date. Born and raised under communism in Czechoslovakia, Zee grew up in poverty as the oldest of six children, becoming a caregiver at just nine years old. At 21, she immigrated to the United States alone, barely speaking English, determined to build a better life. Years later, after leaving an abusive marriage, she found herself facing what she describes as a broken family court system — temporarily losing custody of her daughter in a ruling that was later fully overturned. What followed was not only a fight for her child, but a deeper reckoning with power, accountability, and the responsibility to use her voice. This episode explores resilience, generational trauma, domestic violence, judicial authority, and why embracing the start sometimes begins in your most painful chapter. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE How early trauma can quietly shape identity, strength, and survival instincts The emotional cost of growing up in silence around abuse and instability What resilience looks like when starting over in a new country alone How unresolved wounds can influence the relationships we choose What it feels like to face a system that holds power over your family The emotional reality of losing custody — and fighting to regain it How financial strain compounds emotional trauma in prolonged court battles Why transparency and accountability matter in positions of authority What it takes to move from personal crisis into public advocacy How embracing the start sometimes begins in your hardest chapter ABOUT ZEE WILCOX Zee Wilcox is an American citizen, wife, mother of three, stepmother of five, small business owner, community advocate, and candidate for Texas House District 98. Born and raised in communist Czechoslovakia, she immigrated to the United States at age 21 with little English and no safety net. Through perseverance and grit, she built a business, a family, and a life rooted in resilience. After experiencing what she believes are systemic failures within the Texas family court system — including temporarily losing custody of her daughter in a ruling that was later overturned — Zee became a vocal advocate for judicial accountability and reform. She is now running for office with a mission to protect families, defend parental rights, and bring transparency to systems that directly impact children. CHAPTERS 00:00 – Teaser: “I Don't Even Know How I Survived”01:00 – Podcast Welcome and Sponsor04:00 – Growing Up Under Communism09:00 – Childhood Trauma and Caregiving at Nine15:00 – Coming to America Alone20:00 – Learning to Survive in a New Country26:00 – Domestic Violence and Narcissistic Abuse32:00 – Leaving the Marriage40:00 – The TRO and Losing Custody46:00 – The Courtroom Experience55:00 – Filing the De Novo Appeal01:02:00 – Overturning the Ruling01:10:00 – Financial and Emotional Costs01:18:00 – Judicial Accountability01:25:00 – Running for Texas House District 98 CONNECT WITH ZEE WILCOX Websites: zeeforhd98.com and theintentionalstore.com CONNECT WITH STARTER GIRLZWebsite: startergirlz.comTake the 2-Minute Success Block QuizJoin the Community NewsletterWant to be a guest on Starter Girlz? Apply HERE
Truth Be Told with Booker Scott – A federal search in Fulton County uncovers troubling questions about ballot security, missing records, and election oversight. Confidence erodes as transparency falters and legal challenges stall. Restoring trust demands accountability, strict chain of custody, and citizen engagement to protect the integrity of every vote cast...
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Breaking developments in the Anna Kepner case: her sixteen-year-old stepbrother has been charged with federal homicide, according to custody court filings that exposed what the FBI won't confirm.The February 20th emergency petition filed by the suspect's biological father reveals the teenager was charged on February 3rd, 2026, by the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Florida. He appeared in sealed federal court on February 6th, was processed for pretrial release, and returned to guardian custody in Brooksville.Anna Kepner, eighteen, was found dead aboard the Carnival Horizon on November 7th, 2025. She was discovered under a bed in her stateroom — asphyxiated by what her family says was a bar hold restraint. She shared that cabin with her stepbrother and her fourteen-year-old biological brother. The adults slept across the hall.The federal case remains sealed. But the custody battle between the suspect's divorced parents has become the only source of public information. His father is funding his defense. His mother — married to Anna's father — wants accountability. The family expelled the teenager immediately after docking. Neither has seen him since.Today we examine the charges, the legal pathway to adult prosecution, and whether this sealed case will ever see daylight.Join Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8-vxmbhTxxG10sO1izODJg?sub_confirmation=1Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/TrueCrimePodThis publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.#AnnaKepner #CarnivalCruise #HomicideCharged #CruiseShipDeath #SealedCase #FBIInvestigation #TrueCrimeToday #CarnivalHorizon #JuvenileJustice #BreakingNews
A community and family in Buffalo, New York, are searching for answers after a refugee who had gone missing after being released from federal custody found dead last week. Alex Simone reports.Support NPR and hear every episode of Trump's Terms sponsor-free with NPR+. Sign up at plus.npr.org.To manage podcast ad preferences, review the links below:See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
A mother of three is navigating ongoing post-separation abuse from two different ex-partners. After disagreeing with a proposed school and therapist change, her second ex escalated with threats of full custody, weaponizing her trauma history and mental health. Shortly after, her first ex announced a move near the second ex, and she discovered the two men have been communicating.With limited financial resources, no attorney, and little outside support, she is trying to understand what is happening, how to protect herself and her children, and how to respond without making the situation worse.This episode explores coordinated coercive tactics, fear-based legal threats, and how protective parents can ground themselves, preserve stability, and respond strategically without escalating conflict.Questions Answered in This EpisodeHave you ever seen two abusive ex-partners coordinate or team up, and why does this happen?How should a protective parent respond when custody threats and mental health accusations are used as leverage after saying no?What practical steps can you take to protect yourself and your children, especially when you cannot afford an attorney and want to avoid court?Want your question featured in a future Friday Coaching Corner? Send a short paragraph explaining your situation and 2–3 specific questions to info@risingbeyondpc.com.Download the free script guide, Protective Parenting Scripts for Hard Moments: https://mailchi.mp/risingbeyondpc/parentingscriptsPlease leave us a review or rating and follow/subscribe to the show. This helps the show get out to more people.If you want to chat more about this topic I would love to continue our conversation over on Instagram! @risingbeyondpcIf you want to support the show you may do so here at, Buy Me A Coffee. Thank you! We love being able to make this information accessible to you and your community.If you've been looking for a supportive community of women going through the topics we cover, head over to our website to learn more about the Rising Beyond Community. - https://www.risingbeyondpc.com/ Where to find more from Rising Beyond:Rising Beyond FacebookRising Beyond LinkedInRising Beyond Pinterest If you're interested in guesting on the show please fill out this form - https://forms.gle/CSvLWWyZxmJ8GGQu7Enjoy some of our freebies! Choosing Your Battles Freebie Canned Responses Freebie Mic Drop Moments Freebie ...
Former Miss Hawaiʻi Cheryl Bartlett travels to Brazil in hopes of being reunited with her husband of 17 years, Rogerio Araujo, who was detained by ICE agents last fall; Astronomer Roy Gal shares tips for viewing next week's lunar eclipse
The arrest of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor on Epstein-related allegations of misconduct in public office stuns the world. He has not been charged with any offence – but is the former Prince's past damaging the Monarchy irreparably? And when will the victims of Epstein and his circle get justice? Plus, as the vindictive Gorton & Denton by-election enters its last few days we talk to Jack Walton of local news site Manchester Mill about the vibe on the ground… and whether it's worse for Labour if the Greens or Matt Goodwin of Reform win. • Manchester Mill is part of the Mill Media group creating good old-fashioned local journalism for British cities including Liverpool, Sheffield, Glasgow and Bristol. ESCAPE ROUTES • Rachel has been watching the Winter Olympics as a chaser to Heated Rivalry on Sky. • Jack has been reading Laughter in the Dark by Vladimir Nabokov • Andrew recommends escaping modern politics by diving into '90s politics and C4's The Tony Blair Story. Keep Oh God, What Now? in fine health by backing us on Patreon. Presented by Andrew Harrison with Rachel Cunliffe. Audio and Video Production by Chris Jones. Art direction: James Parrett. Theme tune by Cornershop. Managing Editor: Jacob Jarvis. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. OH GOD, WHAT NOW? is a Podmasters production. www.podmasters.co.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bruce & Gaydos share the news that Kelly Yu, a West Valley sushi restaurant owner, was released from custody in an ICE detainment facility in Eloy.
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Her stepmother called them "the Three Amigos." Her ex-boyfriend says the stepbrother was obsessed with her. Eighteen-year-old Anna Kepner was found dead under a bed on the Carnival Horizon — wrapped in blankets, covered with life vests, in a cabin directly across the hall from her father. Nearly sixteen hours passed before anyone checked on her. The Broward County Medical Examiner ruled it homicide by mechanical asphyxiation — reportedly a bar hold restraint. Her sixteen-year-old stepbrother is the sole suspect. He appeared in sealed federal juvenile proceedings and was released to guardian custody. The exact charges remain unknown. Everything is sealed. This episode breaks down what we know and what two versions of this family reveal. Custody testimony showed the stepbrother had been in therapy for over a year. A travel advisor recommended separate rooms. That recommendation was overruled. The night before Anna's body was found, her ex-boyfriend alleges the youngest sibling was locked out of the cabin while chairs were thrown and the stepbrother screamed at Anna. The suspect reportedly claims he doesn't remember anything. Testimony indicated he'd been diagnosed with ADHD and was on insomnia medication he allegedly hadn't taken for two nights. Defense attorney Bob Motta explains what sealed federal juvenile proceedings look like, why the FBI kept this case federal, and whether memory loss or medication non-compliance could factor into a defense strategy. He addresses the contradictions in family statements — Anna's father confirming charges while her biological mother initially claimed first-degree murder then retracted it. This episode also examines the psychology of blended families — the pressure to present harmony, the confirmation bias that filters out red flags, and how children inside these dynamics stay silent to keep the peace. Anna was supposed to graduate in May and join the Navy. She got a family that believed in the story they were telling — and a night no one checked on her until it was too late.#AnnaKepner #CarnivalHorizon #CruiseShipDeath #BobMotta #BlendedFamily #FBIInvestigation #SealedProceedings #JuvenileJustice #TrueCrime #HiddenKillersJoin Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8-vxmbhTxxG10sO1izODJg?sub_confirmation=1Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/TrueCrimePodThis publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.
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Slam the Gavel host Maryann Petri discusses Michael "Thunder" Phillips article, written 2-22-2026, "Father Ambushed and Stabbed During Custody Swap: When "Routine Exchanges Turn Violent. News4 San Antonio reported this article that Michael is referring to. The host also questioned why main media is not carrying these articles related to violence perpetuated through the Family Court system. Also in these articles that are mentioned by small news stations such as News4 San Antonio, why aren't the judges, attorneys and Guardian Ad Litems (3rd Party Parasites) mentioned?To Reach Maryann Petri: dismantlingfamilycourtcorruption.comSupportshow(https://www.buymeacoffee.com/maryannpetri)Maryann Petri: dismantlingfamilycourtcorruption.comhttps://www.tiktok.com/@maryannpetriFacebook: https://youtube.com/@slamthegavelpodcast?si=INW9XaTyprKsaDklhttps://substack.com/@maryannpetri?r=kd7n6&utm_medium=iosInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/guitarpeace/Pinterest: Slam The Gavel Podcast/@guitarpeaceLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maryann-petri-62a46b1ab/ Twitter https://x.com/PetriMaryannEzlegalsuit.com https://ko-fi.com/maryannpetrihttps://www.zazzle.com/store/slam_the_gavel/aboout*DISCLAIMER* The use of this information is at the viewer/user's own risk. Content on this podcast does not constitute legal, financial, medical or any other professional advice. Viewer/user/guest should consult with the relevant professionals. IRS CIRCULAR 230 DISCLOSURE: To ensure compliance with requirements imposed by the Internal Revenue Service, we inform you that any U.S. federal tax advice contained in this communication (including any attachments) is not intended or written to be used, and cannot be used, for the purpose of (1) avoiding penalties under the Internal Revenue Code or (2) promoting, marketing or recommending to another party any transaction or matter addressed herein. Reproduction, distribution, performing, publicly displaying and making a derivative of the work is explicitly prohibited without permission from content creator. The content creator maintains the exclusive copyright and any unauthorized copyright usage is strictly prohibited. Podcast is protected by owner from duplication, reproduction, distribution, making a derivative of the work or by owner displaying the podcast. Owner shall be held harmless and indemnified from any and all legal liability.Support the showSupportshow(https://www.buymeacoffee.com/maryannpetri)http://www.dismantlingfamilycourtcorruption.com/
Matt Ealy Sr. shares his incredible 28-year journey as a father - from teen parent at 16 to grandfather at 44. In this raw episode, Matt reveals how he navigated custody battles with 5 different women, survived parental alienation, and fought a broken child support system that cost him $30,000 more than he owed. Key Topics: Teen parenting, custody battles, parental alienation, child support system failures, family court without lawyers, neurodivergent parenting, toxic relationships Website for help daddyissuesthetruth.com
Kept Until His Appearing | Part 2, Guarded and Unspotted Until He Comes | 1 Tim 6.14 The Custody of Truth in Corrupt Times Paul continues his solemn charge to Timothy, moving from the source of the commission ("in the sight of God") to the stewardship of the command. If verse 13 established who watches, verse 14 declares what must be watched over. The apostle has just reminded his protégé that God is the Life-Giver and Christ the Faithful Confessor; now he demands that Timothy be the Faithful Keeper. Have you recently decided to follow Jesus? Take your next step with Jesus: https://cbcgb.co.uk ⛪ ABOUT CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCHES: We believe that our Calvary Baptist Churches are a movement for all people to know God, Reaching Others, Building Lives, Honouring God and Make a Difference.
This week saw an extraordinary chapter in the controversy around Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly Prince Andrew, and his friendship with disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein, Andrew was arrested on Thursday morning on suspicion of misconduct in a public office, and has now been released under investigation. Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers is joined by Jennifer Newton to discuss the key moments of the dramatic day, incidentally Andrew's 66th birthday, as well as the King's response to his brother's arrest. Russell and Jennifer also ask: is it time to remove Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor from the line of succession now? Pod Save the King is a Reach production for the Daily Mirror, and it is edited by Daniel J. McLaughlin. Image: Reuters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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What a strange day it was for Brand Britain, with two of its top exports (The Royal Family and fashion) under the spotlight. We investigate why King Charles chose to still keep his commitment to attend a London Fashion Week show following his brother Andrew's arrest in connection to the Epstein files.
Danny Shaw, British public affairs commentator, discusses the fallout of the arrest of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor.
Detroit Police says a suspect is in custody in relation to a triple murder that occurred on the city's southwest side earlier this week. WWJ's Tony Ortiz and Tracey McCaskill have the afternoon's top news stories.
In the UK, former prince Andrew Mountbatten Windsor has been released from custody following his arrest on suspicion of misconduct in public office. King Charles III has said the “law must take its course”. Anton spoke to Jennie Bond, TV presenter and Former BBC royal correspondent.
"They were best friends. The Three Amigos."That's what Anna Kepner's stepmother testified under oath. But her ex-boyfriend says Anna was uncomfortable at home—because her stepbrother was allegedly obsessed with her.On November 7th, 2025, 18-year-old Anna Kepner was found dead under a bed aboard the Carnival Horizon. Her body was wrapped in blankets, covered with life vests, in a cabin she shared with her 16-year-old stepbrother and 14-year-old brother. The cause of death: mechanical asphyxiation—reportedly a bar hold restraint.Her stepbrother is now the sole suspect. But how did the warning signs allegedly get missed?Custody court testimony reveals the stepbrother had been in therapy for more than a year. A travel advisor recommended separate rooms for the step-siblings. On the night before Anna's body was found, her ex-boyfriend alleges the youngest sibling in that cabin was locked out—and heard yelling, chairs being thrown, and the stepbrother screaming at Anna.The adults' cabin was directly across the hall. Shauntel Hudson testified she last saw the teens at 7:30pm. Nearly sixteen hours passed before anyone checked on Anna.This episode examines the psychology of blended families—the pressure to present harmony, the confirmation bias that filters out concerning behavior, and why children often suppress their own distress to avoid breaking the family narrative. People outside the household allegedly saw patterns. The custody-battling father raised alarms. The ex-boyfriend reported obsessive behavior. But the family sailed off on vacation anyway.The stepbrother appeared in sealed federal juvenile proceedings on February 6th, 2026. Anna's father confirmed he was arrested, charged, and released. He said he's "pissed off" that the suspect walks free.Anna was supposed to graduate in May. She planned to join the Navy. She got a night no one checked on her until it was too late.#AnnaKepner #CarnivalHorizon #CruiseShipHomicide #CustodyTestimony #BlendedFamily #FBIInvestigation #TrueCrime #FamilyRedFlags #CarnivalCruise #TrueCrimeTodayJoin Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/TrueCrimePodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872This publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.
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Two versions of the same family. One told to a judge. One allegedly lived by the girl who's now dead.On November 7th, 2025, Anna Kepner—an 18-year-old cheerleader from Titusville, Florida—was found dead under a bed on the Carnival Horizon cruise ship. Wrapped in blankets. Covered with life vests. Her death was ruled mechanical asphyxiation. Her 16-year-old stepbrother, who shared that cabin, is now the sole suspect.Under oath, Anna's stepmother described the three teenagers sharing that room as "best friends" and "the Three Amigos." But Anna's ex-boyfriend told reporters a different story: he claims the stepbrother was obsessed with her. He alleges that nine months before the cruise, the stepbrother climbed on top of Anna during a FaceTime call and ran when confronted.Custody hearings revealed the stepbrother had been in therapy for over a year. A travel advisor recommended separate rooms for the step-siblings. That recommendation was apparently overruled. On the night before Anna's body was found, her ex-boyfriend alleges the youngest sibling in that cabin was locked out—and heard yelling, chairs thrown, and the stepbrother screaming at Anna.The adults' cabin was directly across the hall. Shauntel Hudson testified she last saw the teens at 7:30pm. Nearly sixteen hours passed before anyone checked on Anna.This episode examines the psychological traps of blended families—the pressure to present harmony, the confirmation bias that filters out concerning behavior, and why children often suppress their own distress to avoid breaking the family narrative. People outside the household allegedly saw patterns. The custody-battling father raised alarms. The ex-boyfriend reported obsessive behavior. But the family sailed off on vacation anyway.The stepbrother appeared in sealed federal juvenile proceedings on February 6th, 2026. Anna's father confirmed he was arrested and released to a guardian. He told reporters he was "pissed off."Anna was supposed to graduate in May. She planned to join the Navy. She got a night no one checked on her until it was too late.#AnnaKepner #CarnivalHorizon #CruiseShipDeath #BlendedFamilyDynamics #FBIHomicide #TrueCrime #CustodyHearing #RedFlags #CarnivalCruise #HiddenKillersJoin Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/TrueCrimePodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872This publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.
On Tuesday, 59-year-old Vincent Bond was taken into custody and charged with one count of Aggravated Robbery and one count of Robbery. Joliet Police say on February 7th, Bond entered the Cricket Wireless Store on Collins Street, with one hand concealed under his jacket. The employee believed Bond had a weapon. Police say Bond stole more than 1-thousand-dollars in cash and then fled.
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On Tuesday, 59-year-old Vincent Bond was taken into custody and charged with one count of Aggravated Robbery and one count of Robbery. Joliet Police say on February 7th, Bond entered the Cricket Wireless Store on Collins Street, with one hand concealed under his jacket. The employee believed Bond had a weapon. Police say Bond stole more than 1-thousand-dollars in cash and then fled.
Jennie Bond, Royal Commentator, tells Oliver about the arrest of Britain's Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor.
On Tuesday, 59-year-old Vincent Bond was taken into custody and charged with one count of Aggravated Robbery and one count of Robbery. Joliet Police say on February 7th, Bond entered the Cricket Wireless Store on Collins Street, with one hand concealed under his jacket. The employee believed Bond had a weapon. Police say Bond stole more than 1-thousand-dollars in cash and then fled.
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Brittany Vessely, executive director of Colorado Catholic Conference comments on the Orwellian-named 'Legal Protections for Dignity of Minors' bill (SB26-018) which states parents who refuse to affirm the gender identity of their child may have that factor into custody judgments made by a court.
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Katy Faust – Founder and President of Them Before Us and scholar Michael J. New, of the Charlotte Lozier Institute join Trending with Timmerie. Episode Guide Big fertility is the billionaire’s modern-day harem (0:48) Is it possible that the Chinese are using kids as organ donors and harvesting? (21:52) Custody battle over one parent transitioning a child – Elon Musk seeks full custody (26:08) Congressional Republicans need to strengthen, not weaken, Hyde protections (38:34) Resources mentioned: Big Fertility Is the Billionaire’s Modern-day Harem https://thefederalist.com/2026/01/06/big-fertility-is-just-modern-day-harems-for-billionaires/ Katy Faust – Them Before Us https://thembeforeus.com/ Elon Musk Custody Battle Contact your Representative asking them to strengthen Hyde Amendment protections so your tax dollars do not pay for abortion https://www.house.gov/representatives/find-your-representative Pro-Life Research by Michael J, New https://lozierinstitute.org/team-member/michael-j-new/
Craig Tindale's essay, The Return of Matter: Western Democracies' Material Impairment, has become something of a sensation since being published in December of 2025. The essay provides a stark and sobering analysis of how the West has lost control of materials vital to prosperity and security. Backed by robust data and historical analogs, Craig joins host Ed Coyne to say the quiet part out loud: "If you don't have physical custody, you haven't got anything.” This podcast is provided for information purposes only from sources believed to be reliable. However, Sprott does not warrant its completeness or accuracy. Any opinions and estimates constitute our judgment as of the date of this material and are subject to change without notice. Past performance is not indicative of future results. This communication is not intended as an offer or solicitation for the purchase or sale of any financial instrument. Any opinions and recommendations herein do not take into account individual client circumstances, objectives, or needs and are not intended as recommendations of particular securities, financial instruments, or strategies. You must make your own independent decisions regarding any securities, financial instruments or strategies mentioned or related to the information herein. This communication may not be redistributed or retransmitted, in whole or in part, or in any form or manner, without the express written consent of Sprott. Any unauthorized use or disclosure is prohibited. Receipt and review of this information constitute your agreement not to redistribute or retransmit the contents and information contained in this communication without first obtaining express permission from an authorized officer of Sprott.
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This Day in Legal History: Powell v. AlabamaOn February 16, 1932, the United States Supreme Court heard oral arguments in Powell v. Alabama, a case that would become a cornerstone of modern criminal procedure. The appeal arose from the notorious Scottsboro Boys prosecutions in Alabama, where nine young Black men were accused of raping two white women aboard a train. The trials moved with alarming speed, and the defendants were sentenced to death after proceedings that offered little meaningful access to legal counsel. In some instances, lawyers were appointed on the day of trial, leaving virtually no time to prepare a defense.The case forced the Court to confront whether such rushed representation satisfied the requirements of due process under the Fourteenth Amendment. When the decision was issued later that year, the Court held that in capital cases, state courts must provide defendants with effective assistance of counsel. The justices emphasized that the right to be heard would mean little without the guiding hand of an attorney. The ruling did not yet create a broad right to counsel in all felony cases, but it marked a significant expansion of constitutional protections in state criminal proceedings.Powell signaled that fundamental fairness in state trials was subject to federal constitutional scrutiny. It also laid important groundwork for later decisions that would extend the right to counsel beyond capital cases. The case remains a defining example of how procedural safeguards can shape the legitimacy of the criminal justice system.The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit revived part of Google's challenge to a Wildseed Mobile LLC patent covering the creation and transmission of “hot links” through text messages. A three-judge panel vacated a decision by the Patent Trial and Appeal Board that had upheld one remaining claim of the patent, while invalidating the others. The appellate court found that the board failed to properly analyze Google's argument that the claim was invalid in light of prior art.The disputed claim involved generating a hot link using either an SMS message or an instant message. Although Google addressed both aspects in its petition, the board focused only on the SMS portion and did not meaningfully address the instant messaging limitation. The Federal Circuit said the board neither evaluated whether prior art covered the instant messaging element nor explained why it declined to do so. Because of that omission, the panel sent the case back to the board for further review.Wildseed had accused Google of infringing the patent based on how advertisements function on YouTube. The lawsuit was initially filed in Texas in 2022 but later moved to federal court in California, where proceedings were paused pending the outcome of the PTAB review. In 2024, the board had already invalidated claims in two related Wildseed patents involving video ads and smartphone notifications.Google's Hot Link Patent Claim Challenge Revived At Fed. Circ. - Law360Federal prosecutors have unveiled additional details in a criminal case accusing Cleveland Guardians pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz of participating in a pitch-fixing scheme tied to sports betting. A superseding indictment filed in New York alleges that Clase exchanged coded text messages with associates and bettors before games to signal when he would throw specific pitches. The messages reportedly used poultry-themed language such as “rooster” and “chicken” to disguise the scheme. In one example, an associate allegedly texted Clase about throwing a “rock at the first rooster,” to which Clase responded affirmatively.Prosecutors claim that bettors used this advance information to place successful proposition bets on pitch speed, winning hundreds of thousands of dollars. According to the indictment, bettors earned at least $400,000 on wagers involving Clase and about $60,000 on wagers involving Ortiz. The players allegedly agreed to accept bribes of at least $12,000 each. Authorities also allege that some coordination occurred in person, including meetings at Clase's home, and that payments were routed through intermediaries.The updated indictment adds Robinson Vasquez Germosen, who prosecutors say acted as a middleman and later lied to FBI agents about his knowledge of the scheme. He is charged with making false statements. Clase and Ortiz previously pleaded not guilty, and their attorneys maintain that the allegations are unproven and will be challenged at trial.MLB Pitcher Sent ‘Coded' Texts For Rigged Pitches, Feds Say - Law360 UKA long-running dispute over ownership of a goldendoodle named Tucker has concluded with a private sealed-bid auction ordered by the Delaware Court of Chancery. The case, Callahan v. Nelson, involved former partners Karen Callahan and Joseph Nelson, who had jointly acquired the dog while dating but could not agree on ownership after their 2022 breakup. Because the couple was never married, they could not rely on Delaware's family law statute that allows courts to consider a pet's well-being when dividing marital property.After conflicting rulings in lower courts, the matter reached the state's premier business court, where Vice Chancellor Bonnie W. David applied a property “partition” remedy. Rather than ordering shared custody or considering the dog's best interests, the court required a single blind bidding process between the parties. The higher bidder would keep Tucker, and the other would receive the payment. The exact amount of the winning bid was not disclosed. Nelson ultimately submitted the top bid and retained the dog.The court explained that, absent statutory authority to weigh the animal's welfare, traditional property principles favored an auction as the cleanest solution. A neutral attorney oversaw the process and noted that the dog's value was subjective and personal, not easily tied to market measures. Callahan's attorney said she was disappointed but would not seek to block the result, adding that the case sets helpful precedent for resolving similar pet ownership disputes.A key legal element in the case is the use of partition, an equitable remedy typically applied when co-owners of property cannot agree on how to divide it. Instead of physically splitting the property or forcing continued joint ownership, the court may order a sale and distribute the proceeds.Ex-Boyfriend Wins Tucker the Goldendoodle in Sealed Bid Auction This is a public episode. 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Christopher des Fontaines, Co-CEO & Co-founder of Dfns, sat down with me for an interview at the Halborn Access 2026 Summit at the NYSE. We discussed how Dfns is helping institutions such as IBM to build digital asset and crypto infrastructure.Brought to you by
Building on the "Still Standing" blueprint by Cee-Lo Green, this episode deconstructs the Platform Exit Paradox. We address the looming loss of the Chain of Custody and why your "Soulmate" (your voice/IP) is being kidnapped by algorithms and sold back as Digital Sludge. In this episode, we cover: The Intelligence Tax: Why paying GoDaddy and Google makes you a "Boutique Tenant". Digital Proof of Life: Using the "Pen and Pad" as a forensic DNA match against AI replication. The Master Signal: How to extract your community from "Rented Soil" and move them into The Vault. "If you don't own the record, you didn't exist." It's time to move from social visibility to Notarized Sovereignty.
A three-month-old baby is fighting for his life after police say he was stabbed and left outside in the snow in Chester County, Pennsylvania. Former Major League Baseball pitcher Dan Serafini returned to court this week seeking a new trial, only to make damaging admissions about his conduct behind bars after his murder conviction.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Trump administration has said its immigration crackdown targets the worst of the worst, but many people without criminal records are getting swept up and detained — some of them along with their families. Lisa Desjardins spoke with one of them. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
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A kidney transplant recipient arrested by immigration agents in Rochester last week finally is getting the medication he needs to keep his body from rejecting the organ. But his attorney says his client is not getting the correct dosages at the right times.The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is proposing new catch limits for native rough fish. For more than a century, native rough fish like redhorse, bowfin and buffalo were lumped in with invasive species like common carp — and not considered worthy of protection or management. If approved, the new rules would take effect for the 2027 fishing season.
The Trump administration has said its immigration crackdown targets the worst of the worst, but many people without criminal records are getting swept up and detained — some of them along with their families. Lisa Desjardins spoke with one of them. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
The U.S. has arrested Zubayr Al-Bakoush, an alleged leader of the 2012 attack on the U.S. consulate in Benghazi. Pam Bondi, Kash Patel, and Jeanine Pirro announced the arrest, saying Al-Bakoush faces charges including murder, terrorism, and arson related to the attack. The Sekulow team discusses Al-Bakoush's extradition, the status of the Iran-U.S. nuclear talks, the ACLJ's legal work – and much more.
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Jeff & Shannon break the Benghazi suspect extradition, slam Hillary's mockery of the attack, expose Collins bloodline ties, and react to Bill Maher's QAnon apology question. Part 5 exclusive on Rumble Premium. Tune in at Rumble, YouTube, X and Red State Talk Radio now! Rise up, patriots—@intheMatrixxx and @shadygrooove deliver another unfiltered truth bomb in Season 8, Episode 025, “Benghazi Attacker Arrested and in US Custody; Part 5: Follow the Bloodlines,” tearing into Attorney General Pam Bondi's announcement that suspected 2012 Benghazi participant Zubar Al-Bakash has been captured and extradited to U.S. custody—finally delivering on Trump's long-standing demand for justice after four Americans were murdered while Hillary Clinton infamously scoffed, “what difference at this point does it make?” The hosts spotlight the glaring hypocrisy and question why establishment media continues to minimize or ignore this major win. In the second hour—available exclusively as Rumble Premium Content—they dive deeper into Part 5: Follow the Bloodlines, reading directly from historical sources to trace the Collins family's documented path from 1630s New England witchcraft accusations through elite financial networks, generational wealth transfers, and connections to powerful modern political and banking dynasties. They also react to Bill Maher publicly asking, “Where does QAnon go for the apology?” after recent revelations lent credence to long-ridiculed claims about elite networks—proof that real research eventually surfaces even on mainstream stages. The truth is learned, never told—the constitution is your weapon—tune in at noon-0-five Eastern LIVE to stand with Trump! MG Show: America First MAGA Podcast & Conservative Talk Show Launched in 2019 and now in Season 8, the MG Show is your go-to source for unfiltered truth on Trump policies, border security, economic nationalism, and exposing globalist psyops. Hosted by Jeffrey Pedersen (@InTheMatrixxx) and Shannon Townsend (@ShadyGrooove), it champions sovereignty, traditional values, and critiques of establishment politics. Tune in weekdays at 12pm ET / 9am PT for patriotic insights strengthening the Republic under President Trump's America First agenda. Hosts - Jeffrey Pedersen (@InTheMatrixxx): Expert in political analysis and exposing hidden agendas, with a focus on Trump's diplomatic wins and media bias. - Shannon Townsend (@ShadyGrooove): Delivers sharp insights on intelligence operations, Constitutional rights, and defenses of Trump's strategies against mainstream critiques. Where to Watch & Listen Catch live episodes or on-demand replays packed with MAGA victories like inflation drops, border awards, Trump pardons, and psyop exposures: - Live Streams: https://rumble.com/mgshow for premium America First content. - Radio: https://mgshow.link/redstate on Red State Talk Radio. - X Live: https://x.com/inthematrixxx for real-time pro-Trump discussions. - Podcasts: Search "MG Show" on PodBean, Apple Podcasts, Pandora, and Amazon Music. - YouTube: Full episodes at https://youtube.com/c/inthematrixxx and https://www.youtube.com/c/TruthForFreedom. Follow for daily pro-Trump alerts: - X: @InTheMatrixxx (https://x.com/inthematrixxx) and @ShadyGrooove (https://x.com/shadygrooove). Support the MG Show Fuel the MAGA movement against establishment lies: - Donate: https://mg.show/support or contribute at https://givesendgo.com/helpmgshow. - Merch: https://merch.mg.show for official gear. - MyPillow Special: Use code MGSHOW at https://mypillow.com/mgshow. - Crypto: https://mgshow.link/rumblewallet. All Links Everything MG Show Related: https://linktr.ee/mgshow. MG Show Anthem Get chills with the patriotic track: https://youtu.be/SyfI8_fnCAs
Soul Custody: Sparing Children from the Hidden Toll of Divorce with Pamela Henry, author of Soul Custody. Guest Website: https://soul-custody.comEpisode Summary:Divorce doesn't just end a marriage—it reshapes the emotional world of everyone involved, especially children. In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Linda's Corner, host Linda Bjork welcomes Pamela Henry, an expert in early childhood education, family systems, and shared custody parenting. She's also the author of Soul Custody: Sparing Children from Divorce, a transformative guide for families navigating the emotional terrain of separation.Pamela shares her own story: a desperate desire to escape her marriage that eventually led to a profound revelation—she wasn't really trying to escape her husband, but the pain of her own unresolved childhood trauma. As a survivor of sexual abuse by her father, Pamela unconsciously projected her confusion, hurt, and rejection onto her relationships—ultimately impacting her marriage and her children.Now, Pamela helps others understand the deeper emotional roots that can influence the decision to divorce. She invites listeners to pause, reflect, and heal before making choices that carry lifelong consequences.In this episode, we explore:The often unseen emotional cost of divorce on childrenHow childhood trauma can shape adult relationshipsWhy healing yourself is key before trying to fix or escape a relationshipThe importance of self-compassion, transparency, and owning our mistakes as parentsHow to create a healthier future by confronting the pastThis episode is a compassionate, thought-provoking invitation to approach relationships with deeper awareness and responsibility. If you're navigating a difficult relationship or healing from your past, this conversation is for you.Resources & Links: