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Erin Brockovich (2000) (directed by Steven Soderbergh) is based on the true story of Erin Brockovich, a legal assistant without formal training, who uncovers one of the most significant environmental lawsuits in U.S. history: the case against Pacific Gas and Electric for contaminating groundwater in Hinkley, California. The film, which features an Oscar-winning performance by Julia Roberts in the title role, explores the role of lawsuits in exposing truth and gaining compensation for victims, the gendered dynamics of legal advocacy, and the challenges of taking on entrenched power structures in society.Timestamps:0:00     Introduction1:59       Who is Erin Brockovich?3:11       Obstacles to holding corporations accountable5:49      How Erin Brockovich overcomes those obstacles8:10      Imbalance of power and resources14:40    Hinkley, California18:00    Accessing records21:16     Tort reform, punitive damages, and proportionality27:10     States and environmental regulation32:22    Causation and attribution science37:30    Whistleblowers              41:17      Finding the “smoking gun”42:53    The practice of law and parentingFurther reading:Banks, Sedina “The ‘Erin Brockovich Effect': How Media Shapes Toxics Policy,” 26 Environs Env't L. Poly' J. 219 (2003)Brockovich, Erin and Eliot, Marc, Take It from Me: Life's a Struggle but You Can Win (2002)Chen, Sarah Small, “Toxic Film: Analyzing the Impact of Films Depicting Major Contamination Events on the Regulation of Toxic Chemicals,” 35 Georgetown Env't L. Rev. 561 (2023)"'Erin Brockovich' Made their Town Famous: They Still Don't Have Clean Water,” Wash. Post (Dec. 27, 2024)Martens, Daniel L. “Chromium, Cancer, and Causation: Has a Death-Blow Been Dealt Chromium Cases in California?” 16 Natural Resources & Env't 264 (2002)McCann, Michael McCann & Haltom, William, “Ordinary Heroes vs. Failed Lawyers – Public Interest Litigation in Erin Brockovich and Other Contemporary Films,” 33 Law & Soc. Inquiry 1045 (2008)“Still Toxic After All These Years,” Grist (Jan. 29, 2019)Law on Film is created and produced by Jonathan Hafetz. Jonathan is a professor at Seton Hall Law School. He has written many books and articles about the law. He has litigated important cases to protect civil liberties and human rights while working at the ACLU and other organizations. Jonathan is a huge film buff and has been watching, studying, and talking about movies for as long as he can remember. For more information about Jonathan, here's a link to his bio: https://law.shu.edu/profiles/hafetzjo.htmlYou can contact him at jonathanhafetz@gmail.comYou can follow him on X (Twitter) @jonathanhafetz You can follow the podcast on X (Twitter) @LawOnFilmYou can follow the podcast on Instagram @lawonfilmpodcast

What is (considered, presented as) the highest aspiration of an American – indeed, of mankind…? And, if confronted with the truth, would we heed the warning…? The preparations of the heart in man, and the answer of the tongue, [is] from the LORD. All the ways of a man [are] clean in his own eyes; but the LORD weigheth the spirits. Commit thy works unto the LORD, and thy thoughts shall be established. The LORD hath made all [things] for himself: yea, even the wicked for the day of evil. Every one [that is] proud in heart [is] an abomination to the LORD: [though] hand [join] in hand, he shall not be unpunished. By mercy and truth iniquity is purged: and by the fear of the LORD [men] depart from evil. When a man’s ways please the LORD, he maketh even his enemies to be at peace with him. Better [is] a little with righteousness than great revenues without right. A man’s heart deviseth his way: but the LORD directeth his steps. — Proverbs 16:1-9 KJV Links Videos / Clips [x] = Played Angel and the Badman FULL MOVIE John Wayne – YouTube [x] [22:56–23:49] Inside the Awkward U.S.-Saudi Alliance Against ISIS | Confronting ISIS | FRONTLINE – YouTube The Rest [x] = Mentioned / Discussed [x] Proverbs 16 (KJV) – The preparations of the heart [x] Dystheism – Wikipedia [x] Misotheism – Wikipedia [x] Philippians 2 (KJV) – If [there be] therefore any [x] Romans 5 (KJV) – For when we were yet [x] Donald Trump, Trickster God | The Baffler [x] Matthew 4 (KJV) – Then was Jesus led up [x] Martin Luther King Jr. Day – Wikipedia [x] Martin Luther King Jr. – Wikipedia [x] A More Perfect Union: Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. – April 4, 1967 – Beyond Vietnam: A Time To Break Silence [x] Juneteenth – Wikipedia [x] Clash of Civilizations – Wikipedia [x] The End of History and the Last Man – Wikipedia On This Day Events June 2026 Calendar of Public Holidays | Office Holidays Worldwide Public Holidays Wednesday June 17th 2026 | Office Holidays Holidays and Observances in the United States in 2026 What day is it today? Important events every day ad-free | United States OTD On This Day – What Happened on June 17 Today in History: June 17, O.J. Simpson charged with murder following highway chase | AP News What Happened on June 17 – On This Day What Happened on June 17 | HISTORY June 17 – Wikipedia What Happened On June 17 In History? 17 | June | 2020 | Executed Today Holidays Al-Hijra Bunker Hill Day (MA) Historical Events 2021 – President Joe Biden signed the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act into law, creating the first new national holiday since the establishment of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. 2008 – Hundreds of same-sex couples got married across California on the first full day that same-sex marriage became legal by order of the state's highest court; an estimated 11,000 same-sex couples would be married under the California law in its first three months. 1972 – Watergate: The arrest of five White House operatives sets off the Watergate scandal 1928 – Amelia Earhart becomes the first woman to fly across the Atlantic 1885 – The New Colossus of Rhodes: The Statue of Liberty, disassembled and packed into 214 separate crates, arrived in New York Harbor aboard the French frigate Isère. 1775 – The Revolutionary War Battle of Bunker Hill resulted in a costly victory for the British, who suffered heavy losses. Births 1980 – Venus Williams, American tennis player 1943 – Newt Gingrich, American historian and politician, 58th Speaker of the United States House of Representatives 1900 – Martin Bormann, German politician (died 1945) 1882 – Igor Stravinsky, Russian composer whose The Firebird and The Rite of Spring became key works of the early 20th century modernist movement (died 1971) Deaths 2012 – Rodney King, American victim of police brutality (born 1965)

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Let us, as Americans, be humble, kind, considerate, and respectful of one another, and of others. Regardless of conditions or circumstances, we can choose “uncompromising integrity” (tummah). Today is the first day of Muharram,[1] the first month in the Islamic calendar, “a time of mourning and peace,”[1:1] “in which fighting has been forbidden since before the advent of Islam”.[2] However, let us not be naive in believing that Machiavellians in our midst are equally as reverent and wouldn’t sieze the ‘opportunity of crisis’ to use the Kitson counter-gang within the Gladio archipelago to provoke a Strategy of Tension episode. May we choose to maintain our own “uncompromising integrity”, regardless of provocations, conditions, circumstances, or what others choose that may be contrary. What, but good, can come of that…? Links Videos / Clips [x] = Played Let That Stuff Go! | Pastor Voddie Baucham – YouTube [x] [34:59–54:58] [x] (bumper music) Zach Williams – There Was Jesus (Lyrics) | 1 Hour – YouTube Gotye – Somebody That I Used To Know (feat. Kimbra) [Official Music Video] – YouTube Headlines [x] = Mentioned / Discussed [x] Trump-linked crypto company applies for federal banking charter – POLITICO [x] From ‘human cockfighting' to the White House lawn: the stratospheric rise of the UFC's Dana White | UFC | The Guardian The Rest [x] = Mentioned / Discussed [x] Ashura – Wikipedia Strong’s Hebrew: 631. אָסַר (asar) – To bind, imprison, tie, restrain H631 – ‘āsar – Strong’s Hebrew Lexicon (KJV) [x] Strong’s Hebrew: 8538. תֻּמַּת (tummah) – innocence, integrity [x] H8538 – tummâ – Strong’s Hebrew Lexicon (NASB95) [x] Job 27 (NASB95) – Far be it from me [x] Job 31 (NASB95) – Let Him weigh me with [x] Proverbs 3 (KJV) – Trust in the LORD with [x] Proverbs 3 (NASB95) – Trust in the LORD with NASB95 Search Results for “asherah” Deuteronomy 16 (NASB95) – You shall not plant for H842 – ‘ăšērâ – Strong’s Hebrew Lexicon (NASB95) Asherah – Wikipedia Who Is Asherah in the Bible? [x] Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego – Wikipedia [x] Daniel 3:16-28 KJV – Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, – Bible Gateway [x] NASB95 Search Results for “follow” AND “me” [x] John 21 (NASB95) – Jesus *said to him, If [x] Romans 5 (NASB95) – For while we were still [x] Inferno (Dante) – Wikipedia [x] Hebrews 2:18 Because He Himself suffered when He was tempted, He is able to help those who are being tempted. [x] 1 Corinthians 13 (NASB95) – If I speak with the [x] COVID-19: Full Circle – Road Warrior Radio On This Day Events June 2026 Calendar of Public Holidays | Office Holidays Worldwide Public Holidays Tuesday June 16th 2026 | Office Holidays Holidays and Observances in the United States in 2026 What day is it today? Important events every day ad-free | United States OTD On This Day – What Happened on June 16 Today in History: June 16, Valentina Tereshkova becomes first woman in space | AP News What Happened on June 16 – On This Day What Happened on June 16 | HISTORY June 16 – Wikipedia What Happened On June 16 In History? 16 | June | 2020 | Executed Today Holidays Muharram[1:2] (Muslim) Historical Events 2015 – Donald Trump launched his successful campaign for the presidency of the United States with a speech at Trump Tower in Manhattan, after descending an escalator, just as The Simpsons had foreshadowed. 2000 – Israel complies with UN Security Council Resolution 425 after 22 years, which calls on Israel to completely withdraw from Lebanon. Israel withdraws from all of Lebanon, except the disputed Shebaa Farms. 1904 – Bloomsday, the date of the fictional events in James Joyce’s novel Ulysses and annual Irish holiday 1903 – Ford Motor Company was incorporated in Detroit, Michigan. 1902 – Theosophist, L. Frank Baum’s The Wizard of Oz musical first opens in Chicago, Illinois 1858 – Accepting the Illinois Republican Party's nomination for the U.S. Senate, Abraham Lincoln said the issue of slavery in the United States had to be resolved, declaring, “a house divided against itself cannot stand.” Births 1971 – Tupac Shakur, American rapper, producer, actor (died 1996) 1890 – Stan Laurel, English actor, comedian (died 1965) 1882 – Mohammad Mosaddegh, Iranian politician, 60th Prime Minister of Iran (died 1967) 1829 – Geronimo, Apache leader and medicine man (died 1909) 1723 – Adam Smith, Scottish philosopher, economist (died 1790) Deaths 1977 – Wernher von Braun, German physicist, engineer (born 1912) 1959 – George Reeves (born 1914) Footnotes Muharram 2026 in the US https://www.timeanddate.com/holidays/us/muharram-new-year Many Muslims in countries such as the United States observe the start of the Islamic New Year on the first day of Muharram, which is the first month in the Islamic calendar. The Day of Ashura (or Ashurah) is known as the most sacred day in the month of Muharram. It is the 10th day of Muharram and is a day of fasting for many Sunni Muslims. Many Shi'a Muslims use the day to commemorate the martyrdom of Husayn ibn Ali in 680 CE. Some Muslims give to charity on this day. … Muharram is the first month in the Islamic year and a time of mourning and peace. It is forbidden for Muslims to fight during this month. ︎ ︎ ︎ Ashura – Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Ashura&oldid=1359661117 Etymology In Arabic, Ashura refers to the tenth day of Muharram, the first month of the Islamic calendar, a month in which fighting has been forbidden since before the advent of Islam. ︎

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PsyWar PsyOps Friday: Propaganda, Revolution, Destruction — Rinse, Repeat … the usual.

The Revolution WILL Be Broadcast LIVE … but it will not be televised. SEE HOUR 1 for more information: Road Warrior Radio with Chris Hinkley, June 12, 2026 Hour 1

Integrity.

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Narcissism: Satan’s Psyops & Deceptions, and Spiritual Warfare

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Joining us for today's episode is Meg Hinkley, a volunteer leader with Texas Search and Rescue who has served on more than 130 deployments over the last 13 years. From leading teams during devastating Texas Hill Country floods to helping families navigate the unimaginable pain of missing loved ones, Meg shares what it means to lead with empathy, trust, and integrity. She reminds us that leadership must be flexible, rather than ego-driven sometimes you are leading the mission, and sometimes you are following the person with the right expertise in the moment. Her stories about working overnight in floodwaters, supporting grieving families, and managing the emotional toll of search and rescue show the power of staying grounded in purpose while remaining adaptable under pressure. In the episode, we also explore how Meg's strengths  Empathy, Adaptability, Communication, Positivity, and Woo  shape her leadership style both in the field and in life. Beyond search and rescue, Meg has spent decades teaching women's self-defense through her company Athena Strategies, helping others understand preparedness, confidence, and personal safety. She believes that preparation reduces fear. Her perspective on service, teamwork, and using your unique strengths to help others is something every leader can learn from. Top 3 Takeaways: 1. Leadership requires flexibility, not ego. Great leaders focus on outcomes over titles and are willing to let others lead when they have the right expertise. Teams perform better when leadership is flexible, collaborative, and built on trust.  2. Mission-driven teams build trust and resilience. People stay engaged and committed when they clearly understand the mission behind their work. Leaders who connect daily tasks to a larger purpose create stronger, more resilient teams. 3. Soft sills are essential leadership skills. Empathy, communication, and emotional intelligence are critical in high-pressure environments. Leaders who manage emotions well and build strong relationships create safer, more effective teams. Episode Minutes: Minute 3: The mission of Texar and what motivates Meg in volunteer rescue work Minute 11: The balance of empathy, communication, and trust in leadership Minute 22: Meg's core values: faith, family, and service Minute 36: Balancing family, faith, and professional service Links + Resources from This Episode: Learn more about the work of Texas Search and Rescue at www.texsar.org Take the free 3-minute Authentic Imprint™ Assessment Get a copy of Dana's book, The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within Learn more about The Strengths Journal

Today's episode features NYC Costume Shopper, Costume Designer, and author Sara Hinkley! We get deep into the details of what it's like working as an Costume Shopper in New York City, her previous work as a Costume Department Coordinator and her upcoming novel The Red Sacrament which you should all pre-order at the link below! --- If you want to support me and this podcast, please subscribe to the Patreon - we have tiers starting at just $3 and you will get access to extended cuts of every episode with more even more stories. Sara's Patreon episode is 30 minutes longer! --- Assistant Costume Designer/NYC Shopper, Costume Designer, Author Sara Hinkley Credits include: The Off-Weeks, Law and Order: SVU, Law and Order: Organized Crime, The Blacklist, Monsterland, Crashing, Awkwafina Is Nora From Queens. --- Sara Hinkley is an author and costume designer living in Brooklyn, NY.  Her debut novel, historical vampire horror The Red Sacrament is out July 2026 from Titan Books. Her costume design work has included film, television, theatre, dance, and opera, and she currently working as Assistant Costume Designer/Shopper on The Off Weeks, a forthcoming project for Apple TV. She is a proud union member of USA 829 IATSE. Her literary representation is Isabel Kaufman at Fox Literary.     Sara Hinkley Links: Website: sarahinkley.com Instagram: @sarahinkley.jpg Twitter: @boneysoups Bluesky: @boneysoups IMDb: Sara Hinkley Preorder The Red Sacrament! --- TFACD Links: Patreon: Tales From A Costume Designer Instagram: @talesfromacostumedesigner Twitter: @talesfromaCD TikTok: @talesfromaCD --- Whitney Anne Adams Links: Website: whitneyadams.com IMDb: Whitney Anne Adams Instagram: @WAACostumeDesign Twitter: @WhitneyAAdams TikTok: @waacostumedesign --- Union Links: Costume Designers Guild IG: @cdglocal892 United Scenic Artists Local 829 IG: @unitedscenicartists IATSE IG: @iatse ---

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Caller: David in Wi. Clips: “Our society is run by insane people for insane objectives.” John Lennon, 6 June 1968. Wise People on the Right, Fools on the Left (Bet You Didn’t Know THAT Was in the Bible!) 1:15–4:12

Power Politics

“Bum Fights” and Other Things with Trump’s Name on Them

Chris has special guest Jeremy from Kentucky join today for Hour 1 and 2.

Chris has special guest Jeremy from Kentucky join today for Hour 1 and 2.

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More sneaky ‘war’ stuff.

See Hour 1: Road Warrior Radio with Chris Hinkley, May 8, 2026 Hour 1