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Josiah Hesse describes his parents' journey through the apocalyptic 1970s Jesus movement into a prosperity gospel church that resulted in extreme poverty and financial disillusionment. 14.1887 BERKSHIRES

Mary Anastasia O'Grady describes Cuba's regime reaching its limits, discussing the difficulty of replacing the leadership without causing total societal chaos, looting, or a power vacuum. 7.1900 MEXICO

Michael Bernstam describes Europe's liberation from Russian energy, replaced by cheap American and Qatari LNG, leaving Russia with abandoned gas fields and flaring wells. 10.1876 BAKU

Sgt. Andy Crnich, Summit Co. Sheriff's Department, takes center stage in the Kouri Richins trial.Kouri Richins stands accused of poisoning her husband Eric Richins with a lethal dose of fentanyl in March 2022—allegedly to collect on a $1.9 million life insurance policy she secretly increased just weeks before his death. What prosecutors describe as a calculated murder-for-profit scheme, the defense calls a tragic accident involving a man who, they claim, had a hidden drug problem.This is gavel-to-gavel coverage of one of the most closely watched trials in Utah history. A children's book author. A grieving widow who wrote about "heaven" for kids while allegedly researching untraceable poisons. A husband who may have been killed in his own bed.Hidden Killers brings you complete trial coverage with expert analysis—no sensationalism, just the facts as they unfold.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.#KouriRichins #KouriRichinsTrial #EricRichins #UtahTrial #TrueCrime #HiddenKillers #FentanylPoisoning #MurderTrial #TrueCrimeCommunity #Justice

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Jonathan Sayeh describes growing internal Iranian dissent, where students favor a pre-1979 Persian identity and the Crown Prince over the current "occupying" Islamic Republic of Iran. 9.

What if losing everything was actually the beginning of your greatest chapter? In this episode, Jeff Martinovich shares an extraordinary story of building and losing a billion-dollar wealth management firm and then fighting his way back from federal prison. Jeff is the founder and former CEO of MICG Investment Management, which grew to over $1 billion in assets and 100 associates in Newport News, Virginia. After the 2008 financial crisis triggered regulatory scrutiny, Jeff refused three federal plea offers, went to trial against the U.S. government, and was sentenced to 14 years in prison. But that wasn't the end. Representing himself with a number-two pencil and a manual typewriter from the prison law library, Jeff filed over 500 motions, had trial court decisions reversed five times, and got two federal judges removed, walking free nearly seven years early. Today he advises 19 companies, speaks to CEO groups worldwide, and is the author of When Not If: A CEO's Guide to Overcoming Adversity, published by Forbes Books in January 2024. Jeff lives in Norfolk, Virginia with his wife Ashley and their young children. The relationship that transformed Jeff's life: his wife Ashley. She had worked in his mortgage company years before his conviction, and about a year and a half into his prison sentence, she sent him a love letter out of the blue, saying she had always loved him and would stand by him until they won. She then drove seven hours each way to visit him once a month for seven years in what Jeff describes as a horrific prison visiting room. On the day he was released, she was waiting at the front gates to bring him home. They are now married with a young daughter, Carly, a miracle Jeff says he never deserved and considers his greatest motivation.   [00:03:40] Kurt and Kristen LudHart: The Introduction That Started It All Kevin credits Kurt and Kristen LudHart for connecting him with Jeff Jeff agrees on the power of trust-based introductions cutting through surface-level noise Demonstrates how the right relationships open doors quickly and authentically [00:04:43] What Jeff Does Today: Rebuilding After Ruin Now works with a portfolio of 19 companies, helping CEOs and management teams grow Has a team of experienced advisors; also runs a law firm and investment funds Focused on helping owners create secure jobs, community impact, and charity support Describes the last five years as a full business resurrection [00:08:02] The Backstory: Air Force Academy to Billion-Dollar Firm Attended the U.S. Air Force Academy, served at Langley Air Force Base during the First Gulf War Got his MBA at night while at Langley, then entered finance as a rookie cold-calling stockbroker Built MICG Investment Management in Newport News, VA to over $1 billion in assets and 100 associates Grew to include three hedge funds, a mortgage company, insurance company, and real estate firm [00:08:48] The 2008 Crisis and the Government Comes Knocking The 2008 financial crisis triggered regulatory crackdowns on approximately 2,000 second-tier firms MICG was too large to avoid the radar and too small to write a $200 million check to make regulators move on Jeff was offered three federal plea deals and refused all three Sentenced to 14 years in federal prison after a five-week trial [00:11:20] The Prison Law Library and 500 Motions Sent to a violent prison in New Jersey, not the minimum-security facility typical for white-collar cases Began helping other inmates with their cases, filing over 300 motions for others Through this service, taught himself federal criminal law entirely by doing Filed over 500 motions in his own case using a number-two pencil and a manual typewriter [00:12:50] The Three Pillars That Got Him Through Physical: committed to 1% improvement every day, weights and running the track, not just for protection but for endorphins and the energy to stay proactive Intellectual: read 26 classics from the prison library and discovered a love of literature he never would have found otherwise Spiritual: read the Bible front to back multiple times; got into yoga and meditation to channel his anger into something productive Key mindset: treat adversity like a marathon, not a sprint, because it will take way longer than you think [00:18:26] The Academy Roommate: From Prison to $8 Million Exit Air Force Academy roommate flew out on Jeff's second day home from prison Had several struggling companies and needed someone he could trust completely Jeff and a team of Academy basketball and rugby teammates merged four losing companies Sold to California private equity two years later for $8 million Jeff's deep pride: these men had visited him in prison when he had nothing, and this was his way of giving back [00:20:32] Ashley's Love Letter: The Relationship That Changed Everything About a year and a half into his sentence, Jeff received a love letter from Ashley, a former employee She wrote that she had always loved him and would stand by him no matter what Drove seven hours each way to visit him once a month for seven years Was waiting at the front gates the day he was released and brought him home [00:24:20] The 12-Man Room: Jumping on Tony's Back Describes a late-night prison confrontation: a large inmate named Tony began brutally beating a smaller Guatemalan man over commissary pricing Jeff had spent months helping Tony with legal paperwork to get him transferred to a minimum-security camp In the middle of the night, Jeff ran across the room and jumped on Tony's back, screaming that he was about to ruin his transfer Tony came to his senses, went back to bed, everyone survived [00:27:11] The Book and the Mission: When Not If Forbes Books published When Not If: A CEO's Guide to Overcoming Adversity in January 2024 Amazon #1 bestseller; available on Amazon and at jeffmartinovich.com Two halves: 20 lessons on how to prepare before a black swan event, and 20 lessons on what to do differently once it arrives Jeff's goal: help business leaders avoid the mistakes he made on the way up and survive the ones they can't prevent [00:30:06] Final Message: You Can Get Through Anything Life doesn't throw curve balls, it throws bazookas, and Jeff lost everything down to zero Message to anyone going through something terrible: you can get through anything, you just have to get through it Believes God gives incredible rewards on the other side of the tunnel for those who endure Humbled by how many people share their own terrible stories after his speeches, proving everyone carries something [00:32:57] Own Your Story: Turning Disadvantages Into Advantages 99% of people run and hide after catastrophic public failures; Jeff chose the opposite At the start of every meeting, he tells his story directly before anyone can Google it This transparency consistently attracts trust, admiration, and deeper connection Malcolm Gladwell's principle in action: turn disadvantages into advantages   KEY QUOTES "Don't run away. Own your story. Be as transparent and strong as you can. And when you own your story, it becomes the thing that attracts incredible people to you." - Jeff Martinovich "I literally lost a billion-dollar firm and everything down to 0.00. But what I want to give other people is hope and inspiration. You can go through anything as long as you get through it. You just gotta get through it." - Jeff Martinovich "The more people I help, the more the universe takes care of us. I learned that even in prison. The day I got home, I just started helping as many people as possible, mostly at 5 AM for free, and it has just exploded into all these blessings." - Jeff Martinovich CONNECT WITH JEFF MARTINOVICH

Chaos in Mexico: B.C. Traveller Details Puerto Vallarta Violence (0:32) Guest: Ryan Voutilainen, Vancouver resident currently in Puerto Vallarta Puerto Vallarta: Vancouver Real Estate Marketer Caught in Cartel Crossfire (10:10) Guest: Bob Rennie, founder of Rennie, a Vancouver based real estate marketing firm After El Mencho: Could the Fallout Reach Vancouver? (20:09) Guest: Christian Lepreucht, Political Science Professor at Royal Military College and Queens University, specializing in intelligence and national security The Agenda - B.C.'s Budget Reckoning: Do Deficits Matter? (34:28) Guests: Margareta Dovgal, political commentator and resource industry analyst Richard Zussman, Western Canada Vice President of Public Affairs at Burson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

More than 26,000 Canadians in Mexico have registered with Ottawa as violence continues to ripple across parts of the country following a major security operation that killed cartel leader Nemesio Ruben Oseguera Cervantes, known as “El Mencho,” head of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel.The unrest has been concentrated in Jalisco state, including Puerto Vallarta, a popular destination for Quebec snowbirds and tourists. Michael Zwonok is a former real estate agent who lived in Montreal for most of his life before relocating to Mexico 2 years ago; he spoke to Ken Connors. Photo Credit: AP Photo/Marco Ugarte

Neil Lanctot describes the sinking of the Lusitania forcing Wilson to navigate war demands, leading to William Jennings Bryan's resignation and the rise of Edith Galt's significant influence on the president. 3

Josh Rogin describes the conflict between Trump's Wall Street advisors seeking trade deals and hardliners pushing for a trade war during the early 2017 Mar-a-Lago summit with Xi Jinping. 2

Colonel Grant Newsham describes how China attacked Baltimore through economic subversion and fentanyl, detailing US policy failures that welcomed China into the WTO despite missed requirements and systematic exploitation of American industry. 1

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The murder of a pregnant woman in Co Armagh a week before Christmas in 2022 has been described in a Belfast court as “planned, calculated and pre-meditated”. 32-yearold Natalie McNally was 15 weeks' pregnant when she was attacked and killed in her Lurgan home. 36-year-old Stephen McCullagh, of Woodland Gardens in Lisburn, has denied her murder. The prosecution set out its case on Monday. Allison Morris, the Belfast Telegraph crime correspondent, reports. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gregory Zuckerman describes the climactic moment vaccine results arrived, with Pfizer and Moderna reporting high efficacy, while Novavax and AstraZeneca faced unique logistical and reputational challenges. 7

Mary Roach describes the process of tissue donation, focusing on corneal transplants and the meticulous, respectful recovery of bone and skin to benefit many patients awaiting procedures. 4

  Jeremy Zakis describes Dallas, an eleven-year-old dog, patrolling to protect his property from aggressive cockatoos that previously dismantled a neighbor's roof, with a gang of up to seven birds conducting reconnaissance from a nearby pine tree while targeting solar panels. 2

Sir Max Hastings describes specialized armored funnies that supported British landings on Sword Beach, noting that while technically successful, heavy traffic and Montgomery's overly ambitious objectives prevented the Allies from capturing Caen on D-Day. 121944 Sir Max Hastings describes specialized armored funnies that supported British landings on Sword Beach, noting that while technically successful, heavy traffic and Montgomery's overly ambitious objectives prevented the Allies from capturing Caen on D-Day. 121944 SWORD BEACH

Comedian Lio Cundiff joins John Williams to talk about how he jumped into Lake Michigan to help save a baby who had been blown into the water.

Did you know that the U. of MI offers a free webinar series titled: “Food Literacy for All”? Join Food Sleuth Radio host and Registered Dietitian, Melinda Hemmelgarn for her conversation with Amanda Edmonds, MS, sustainable food systems consultant and instructor at the University of Michigan. Edmonds explains the scope of food systems, defines food literacy, and describes the objectives the U. of Michigan's free webinar series, which is open to all, with access to webinar recordings. The webinar series is a community-academic partnership featuring an evening lecture series where weekly guest speakers address challenges and opportunities of diverse food systems.Related Websites: https://sites.lsa.umich.edu/sustainablefoodsystems/foodliteracyforall/

Comedian Lio Cundiff joins John Williams to talk about how he jumped into Lake Michigan to help save a baby who had been blown into the water.

Comedian Lio Cundiff joins John Williams to talk about how he jumped into Lake Michigan to help save a baby who had been blown into the water.

Cuba's Severe Energy and Economic Collapse. Evan Ellis describes the catastrophic collapse of Cuba's economy. Cut off from Venezuelan and Mexican oil, the island faces severe rationing, blackouts, halted public services, and completely collapsed tourism. With millions fleeing the dire conditions, the communist regime's survival is heavily strained as basic resources fail. #61918 MT LEBANON

The search for 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, mother of “Today” show host Savannah Guthrie, has stretched into a third, anguished week, with mounting pressure on investigators and a family grappling with uncertainty. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kemp Gregory, co-founder and CEO of Renewell Energy, discussed his background in mechanical engineering and petroleum engineering at Shell before transitioning to renewable energy with a master’s from Stanford. He explained that Renewell energy during low-demand periods and releasing it during peak demand, thus increasing grid flexibility. On episode 316 of The Green Insider, Mike and Kemp discussed their business model of leasing abandoned wells from original producers, offering a revenue-sharing option if the well-owners wish to participate in energy storage revenue. Other items included: Proposes converting suitable idle oil and gas wells into energy storage facilities instead of fully plugging and abandoning them This alternative can be lower cost than traditional well plugging while still meeting regulatory well-closure requirements Benefits regulators (meeting plugging quotas), oil and gas companies (cost savings and potential revenue), and the electric grid (added energy storage) Describes a gravity-based storage system that stores energy by lowering and raising a 30,000‑pound weight inside sealed wells Wells are sealed to prevent methane leakage, though carbon credits are not relied on for economic viability The system functions like a battery, storing excess energy during low demand and releasing it during peak demand Repurpose existing wells and electrical infrastructure, avoiding the need for new high-voltage transmission lines Business model involves leasing abandoned wells from original producers, with an option for revenue sharing Notes that Renewell secured $6.4 million in grants to convert additional wells near Bakersfield, California, and build its first commercial-scale system To be an Insider Please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. To learn more about our guest or ask about being a sponsor, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. The post Energy Storage Using Repurposed Oil and Gas Wells appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

Guest: Michael Vorenberg. General Grant found himself caught between a hostile President Johnson and Secretary Stanton. Vorenberg describes the disastrous "swing around the circle" tour, where Johnson used Grant's popularity as a shield while making embarrassing speeches. Witnessing Johnson's behavior, Grant ultimately sided with Stanton, realizing the President was unworthy of his loyalty.1910 GAR ARLINGTON

VENEZUELA'S ANTI-AMERICAN TURN PREVIEW FOR LATER: Alejandro Peña Esclusa describes how Hugo Chávez, under Castro's orders, turned prosperous Venezuela into an anti-American state allied with China, Russia, and Iran. Guest: Alejandro Peña Esclusa1883 CARACAS

Jonathan Schanzer describes Syria as effectively a Turkish proxy state viewed with danger by the region, discussing President Trump's announcement of five billion dollars from the Board of Peace for Gaza while expressing skepticism about Turkey and Qatar's reconstruction roles.1900 BRUSSELS

Seth and Sean discuss which Simpsons clips best describe the end of the season for a few teams, some workout videos that made the rounds on social media, and what Jonathan Alexander has the Texans doing in the first Mock Draft Injection of this offseason.

2.  Guest: Richard Snow. Snow describes the Somers setting sail with a crew of inexperienced teenagers. He details how Spencer, ostracized by fellow officers, violated protocol by befriending the crew with gifts, setting the stage for the alleged mutiny.

3.  Guest: David Rooney. Rooney describes the treacherous conditions in Newfoundland that grounded teams for weeks. He details the dramatic takeoff of Harry Hawker, who disappeared into the ocean mist, followed by the successful launch of Alcock and Brown.

Send a textSteve Sellenriek, Sellenriek Family of Companies, describes the current and future outlook for broadband implementation, data centers, and other future utility and infrastructure issues..Support the showLearn more at www.agcmo.org Please share our podcast with anyone interested in the construction industry!

Dante Lauretta describes how upon reaching asteroid Bennu the team found a hazardous rocky surface instead of expected sand, detailing the difficulty selecting the Nightingale landing site where the spacecraft sank into fluid-like material, collecting so much the container began leaking.R

.Jeremy Zakis describes an aggressive flock of over one hundred cockatoos targeting his home and neighborhood, with the destructive birds stripping trees and performing low fly-bys, prompting fears of further property damage.

Guest: David Davenport. Davenport describes Reagan's return to limited government to foster opportunity, contrasting this approach with the modern, ambiguous shift toward "equity" rather than equality.

James Shapiro describes how the Dies Committee targets Director Hallie Flanagan using dubious testimony from Hazel Huffman to brand the Federal Theatre Project's plays as communist propaganda.

1. Virginia Politics & Redistricting Democrats in Virginia are moving quickly to enact policy changes after recent elections. The new Virginia congressional map heavily favors Democrats (projected 10D–1R), despite the state split being closer to 53% Democrat / 47% Republican. Comparisons to redistricting in Texas, California, and New England, arguing that both parties gerrymander but Virginia’s map is described as especially extreme. 2. Immigration Enforcement Virginia’s governor (referred to as Abigail Spanberger) cut cooperation with ICE. This policy could result in criminal undocumented immigrants being released into communities. 3. Discussion of Supreme Court Oral Arguments on Tariffs Detailed recounting of a Supreme Court case involving presidential authority to impose tariffs. Highlights: Roberts, Gorsuch, and Barrett expressed skepticism toward the administration’s position. Kavanaugh, Thomas, and Alito appeared more open to upholding the tariff authority. Predicts that Chief Justice Roberts may write a majority opinion to uphold tariff powers on institutional grounds. 4. The “Save America Act” House of Representatives passed the act with only one Democrat voting in favor. The act requires: Proof of U.S. citizenship to register to vote. Photo ID to vote. Presented as “common-sense” election integrity legislation. Describes a procedural strategy within existing Senate rules, not abolishing the filibuster. Would force Democrats to perform a talking filibuster (continuous floor speeches). Requires Republicans to maintain 50 senators physically present, possibly for days or weeks. Democrats aim to: Eliminate photo ID laws. Grant statehood to D.C. and Puerto Rico. Offer citizenship and voting rights to undocumented immigrants. Pack the Supreme Court. Voter ID and citizenship proof are extremely popular nationwide with broad bipartisan support. Republicans should force Democrats to publicly defend opposition during a talking filibuster. Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson and The Ben Ferguson Show Podcast Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruz/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/verdictwithtedcruz X: https://x.com/tedcruz X: https://x.com/benfergusonshowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jim McTague describes Lancaster County's freezing tundra weather, inflation impacting Valentine's Day sales, and a significant financial windfall for local government from a new data center.1950 ALLENTOWN

Guest: Professor Evan Ellis. Ellis describes Guatemala's security crisis involving gang control of prisons, President Arévalo's governance struggles, and continued cooperation with the U.S. on migration enforcement.1895 PUERTO RICO

Pam Bondi. JLR describes how the female anatomy works. The reason the FAA closed down the airspace in El Paso. An armored truck was robbed on a highway in Italy.

Pam Bondi. JLR describes how the female anatomy works. The reason the FAA closed down the airspace in El Paso. An armored truck was robbed on a highway in Italy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Canadian authorities call the shooter who killed 10 and wounded 25 people a “gun person” instead of saying he was transgender. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HEADLINE: Cold Dark Matter and WIMPs. GUEST: Govert Schilling. SUMMARY: Neutrinos are ruled out for Cold Dark Matter as Schilling describes the WIMP search at CERN and how computer simulations validate the model.

HEADLINE: Autism, PTSD, and Depression via Prediction. GUEST: Professor Andy Clark. SUMMARY: Clark interprets autism as sensory overweighting, views PTSD as reacting to unexpected negatives, and describes depression as disordered internal bodily predictions regarding energy budgeting. 1941

H.W. Brands describes how following Poland's invasion, Lindbergh utilizes his fame to broadcast radio speeches opposing intervention, influenced by his father's WWI persecution and skepticism of British imperial motives.

Thomas Halliday describes the Pleistocene Mammoth Steppe, a vast grassland ecosystem stretching from Europe to Alaska inhabited by megafauna like Arctodus, then explores the Pliocene in East Africa where mosaic environments supported early human ancestors like Australopithecus.

Thomas Halliday describes the warm Eocene when Antarctica hosted temperate rainforests before glaciation, including the massive whale Basilosaurus, then details the Paleocene recovery at Hell Creek where small burrowing mammals survived the asteroid cataclysm.

Thomas Halliday describes the Jurassic period in Europe featuring a massive sponge reef system and floating logs colonized by sea lilies, then visits the Triassic Madygen Formation in Kyrgyzstan preserving the gliding reptile Sharovipteryx.

Thomas Halliday describes the Devonian when plants and fungi formed symbiotic root systems to colonize land alongside the giant lichen Prototaxites, then visits Silurian deep-sea hydrothermal vents where life may have originated.

uest: Tyler Anbinder. Anbinder describes Hubert Glynn's record-keeping at Castle Garden and the political challenges posed by the nativist Know-Nothing Party seeking to disenfranchise Irish Catholic immigrants.