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Episode 299-AG Attacks Gun Shows Also Available OnSearchable Podcast Transcript Gun Lawyer — Episode Transcript Page – 1 – of 13 Gun Lawyer — Episode 299 Transcript SUMMARY KEYWORDS Gun Lawyer, Second Amendment, Jimmy Stewart, Lee Marvin, Charles Bronson, Ghost Guns, Pennsylvania gun show, Civil Complaint, New Jersey gun laws, Second Amendment Section, DOJ, Gun Control, Red Flag Laws, Gun Owner Faux Pas. SPEAKERS Speaker 2, Teddy Nappen, Evan Nappen Evan Nappen 00:18 I’m Evan Nappen. Teddy Nappen 00:19 and I’m Teddy Nappen. Evan Nappen 00:21 And welcome to Gun Lawyer. So, Teddy, I think you have a very interesting news bit to tell us about, and I have some very interesting thoughts about it. Go right ahead. Teddy Nappen 00:36 Well, first I want to say, Dad, if you’re just scrolling through, I love the random trailers that just pop up. Apparently, they’re making a Jimmy Stewart biopic. Evan Nappen 00:48 Well, Jimmy Stewart was a great man. Teddy Nappen 00:50 But here’s the deal. They’re focusing on his military career, where he was a combat pilot. Evan Nappen 00:56 He was a hero. He was a bona fide hero, and he served his country tremendously. I have nothing but respect for Jimmy Stewart. Teddy Nappen 01:12 I was pulling it up. He flew 20 missions in Europe, and he reached the rank of Colonel. He was a World War Two pilot commander, combat pilot. Evan Nappen 01:22 And this was in the middle of his movie career. He left. Page – 2 – of 13 Evan Nappen 01:26 He left his movie career to fight for America. Let that sink in. I mean, do you think these selfish movie stars, self-centered, would even think of doing that? Even think of doing that today? Please. At least not the overwhelming majority. Maybe there’d be a few that are out there that actually would consider such a thing. But good grief. Talk about old Hollywood and new Hollywood. Jeez. Teddy Nappen 01:26 Yeah. Teddy Nappen 01:57 I will say. I would have. This is no dig against Jimmy Stewart because it’s one of those I would have wanted if they’re gonna do any of the actors that served. I would love for them to do Lee Marvin. His whole story. Evan Nappen 02:10 Oh, Lee Marvin was great, too. Teddy Nappen 02:13 Where he has the craziest career, too. He was a scout sniper, 21 amphibious assaults, horribly injured and shot up. Evan Nappen 02:23 Yeah, they could just do a series, like a mini series of actors who were the real deal. That played tough guys, but were actually the real deal. You know, Charles Bronson was. You had the guy, Christopher Lee. Holy crap, Christopher! Teddy Nappen 02:44 Oh yeah, Christopher Lee. He was Wiki page. Evan Nappen 02:51 I mean, Christopher Lee was advising on the movie and saying that’s not how a knife sounds when you jam it into somebody. You don’t have the sound right on that. That’s not how it goes. It’s not what the sound the person makes. It’s not the sound the knife makes. I mean, that’s some pretty detailed knowledge right there. Teddy Nappen 03:07 If you’re ever bored, just click on the random page on his bio, and it gets crazier and crazier. Like, witness the last guillotining. Evan Nappen 03:18 I know. The guy’s amazing. Yeah, and of course, there’s always Audie Murphy, of course. Teddy Nappen 03:25 Yeah, of course. Page – 3 – of 13 Evan Nappen 03:26 Audie Murphy played himself in “To Hell and Back”. Audie Murphy is amazing, and he would be like one of the last guys if you looked at him to think that he’s one of the most decorated soldiers of the war. But he was also amazing, and you know, he made lots of other movies, too. Even though he’s most famous for “To Hell and Back”, but he did a lot of westerns and other things. Teddy Nappen 03:52 I remember one of the underrated ones. I think it was like “The Duel at Silver Creek”. There’s moments where he’s actually like, he plays an anti-hero type where he’s like. Evan Nappen 04:03 Yeah, a bastard, frankly. A son of a bitch. Teddy Nappen 04:05 He plays like a. Evan Nappen 04:06 Yeah he’s good. Teddy Nappen 04:07 Yeah. Evan Nappen 04:08 Not what you think of Audie Murphy. Teddy Nappen 04:09 Right. He plays like the tough guy. It is very interesting that character but. Evan Nappen 04:14 Yeah, yeah. And then he ended up dying in a plane crash because the pilot shouldn’t have been flying apparently, and you know, it’s a shame that we lost him. But yeah, he was great, and I mean he came from really, really humble beginnings. I mean dirt poor, crazy beginnings there for him. We’ve many of the great Hollywood actors who served their country really admirably. I mean even Scotty (James Montgomery Doohan), you know, from Star Trek. He was also a defender. Teddy Nappen 04:17 What was he in? Evan Nappen 05:03 Oh, he was military. I don’t remember exactly his background, but he was in some tough situations. He was known. Teddy Nappen 05:08 Page – 4 – of 13 Well, he was miracle worker. Evan Nappen 05:10 There’s so many of those guys, and I have a hard time trying to think of any modern actor that can maybe give that credibility to. I don’t know. Can’t think of any at all. Teddy Nappen 05:24 Unfortunately, I’m drawing a heavy blank because. Oh wait, no, no, no. Adam Driver. Adam Driver. I believe he’s the guy that played Kylo Ren. He did. I believe he was in the Marines. But he was a veteran. So, but anyways, one thing I will say as we were reviewing these stories, I love how the Attorney General has their own YouTube and they were just like streaming alerts and announcements. “Attorney General Davenport Files Civil Complaint Against Pennsylvania Gun Show Owner for Endangering Public Safety” (https://www.njoag.gov/attorney-general-davenport-files-civil-complaint-against-pennsylvania-gun-show-owner-for-endangering-public-safety/) So, that was what came up with the ad for Jimmy Stewart, and then there was this. Evan Nappen 06:08 Right. Showing a pretty good contrast. So, Davenport has filed this complaint against the Pennsylvania gun show owner for “endangering public safety”. They filed because they’re abusing the civil lawsuit. You know, this is one of the anti-Second Amendment ploys of trying to litigate the Second Amendment out of existence. And so, what they’ve done here is they’ve gone after Jordan Vinroe of JSD Supply and Eagle Shows. So, if any of you have ever gone to the great Pennsylvania gun shows, you know, they’re really good. Because first of all there aren’t any gun shows of any kind, really, in New Jersey. There’s some militaria shows, but there’s no gun shows. But Pennsylvania is, if you’re in New Jersey and you want to hit a really great normal type gun show, you go to Pennsylvania. And some of the largest, best shows are put on by this promoter. Teddy Nappen 07:24 The one that comes to mind, the Bloomsburg gun show. I think that was one we had gone to. Teddy Nappen 07:29 Yeah, Eastern Gun X. Eastern Gun X. Evan Nappen 07:29 Well, they have a whole series of shows. I believe they actually do some of the largest shows in Eastern Pennsylvania. Evan Nappen 07:30 So, they do some of these 1000 table, 2000 table, these really huge shows. And what happened is they’re going after him, claiming he is intentionally and unlawfully selling to New Jersey residents kits and parts to make ghost guns. Untraceable firearms that are illegal in New Jersey. So, what is this really? This really is a pretext to go after gun shows. This isn’t really about the ghost guns. That’s just their vehicle. This is really about trying to stop gun shows. If you go after gun show promoters, this becomes the idea of civilly litigating out of, essentially out of existence. If they can do it, they’d love to Page – 5 – of 13 do it. Gun shows. So, we really have not just a violation of the Second Amendment, where what’s going on in Pennsylvania is completely lawful in Pennsylvania. Ghost guns are the pejorative term for simply a privately-made firearm. Americans have been making their own guns since before we were even officially a country. So, private firearms are not the boogeyman. But, of course, they give it the boogeyman name of “ghost guns” and then claim they’re untraceable. Evan Nappen 09:14 Well, you know what? You tell me what firearm tracing has actually done to fight crime. Virtually nothing. It’s a lie that is perpetrated to give them a vehicle to make it look like they’re doing something about crime, which isn’t it, but more so to continue the agenda of oppression of Second Amendment rights. And here it is an attack on gun shows. That’s really what’s going on here. It’s not, you know, ghost guns, most gun. It ghost guns. Come on. First of all, anyone can build a gun with or without parts that you buy at a show anywhere. You can build a gun with pipes that you buy at Home Depot. Are we going to go after Home Depot because you can make slam bang shotguns easily, as we taught in the Philippines to do? Americans did that. You can. Evan Nappen 10:20 You know, “American Guerrilla in the Philippines”, a famous book, movie, etc. What do you think they made? Slam bang shotguns. You take two pieces of pipe. One pipe fits in the other. On the end cap of the larger pipe, you have a nail with the point facing down the pipe. The other one slides in it like a trombone. You put a 12 gauge shell in there, and you slam it down. And bang, off it goes. It’s called a slam bang shotgun. Sometimes called four winds shotgun. Teddy Nappen 10:55 Didn’t you? Evan Nappen 10:58 Yeah, I mean this is, and this is even in the Frankfurt Arsenal, the famous “Black Books”. They’re very easy. Evan Nappen 11:06 So, yeah, making a gun. They make guns in jails. They can make a gun. You can make them. So, this whole thing about privately made firearms and all is just a load of crap. Now, Jersey has banned “ghost guns” in a multiple ways. They talk about “unserialized firearms”. They talk about “manufacture of firearms”. They have different laws that address each of these things. All putting it under this category. And yet, under federal law, it’s not a problem to make your own firearm. Federal law even has regulations for if dealers get a privately made firearm, how to handle it and be able to actually lawfully sell it. They need to then take certain steps. We don’t have to get into that now. But it’s not a problem under federal law. It is a New Jersey, in this case, law that they’re attempting to use as a vehicle to bring the civil action against Pennsylvania. Something jurisdictioned in Pennsylvania, by claiming, oh well, you’re unlawfully selling to New Jersey residents. Teddy Nappen 11:06 Poor man’s James Bond? Page – 6 – of 13 Evan Nappen 12:23 Well, I’ll tell you what. How about we take a look at marijuana sales in New Jersey? Do Pennsylvania residents come into New Jersey and ever buy marijuana? Look, marijuana is unlawful for recreational use in Pennsylvania, and it’s federally prohibited. It’s still a federal controlled, dangerous substance. So, New Jersey acts to aid and abet and facilitate one of the largest unlawful drug distributions in the country. Whereas privately made firearms are not a federal prohibition. Not a federal prohibition. Should Pennsylvania sue New Jersey because of somehow Pennsylvania residents buying weed in New Jersey being facilitated by New Jersey? I mean, this is what they’re attempting to do. And yet here, not only is it not a violation of federal law, but it is really an attack on Second Amendment rights. And let me tell you that. Go ahead., Teddy. Teddy Nappen 13:30 I will also point out in the article. This is where the little trick is. If anyone ever listens to these people, they always do this trick where they start with a false premise when making their argument. “Ghost guns are frequently recovered at crime sites in New Jersey. Recent reports suggest that the number of ghost guns recovered in crime scenes increased eightfold between 2019 and 2022 — from 55 in 2019 to 433 in 2022.” Pause right there. I wonder. What happened around that time period where it caused people to want to have their own privately-made firearms and want to maybe 3D print and make their own? I wonder what little factor would have considered that. Secondly, all right, now show me the data of the amount of firearms recovered generally in crimes, and give me the percentage breakdown. Oh, it’s probably in the minuscule amount of percentages of firearms seized in New Jersey for crimes. Huh? I wonder. So, this isn’t that much of an epidemic, but we can’t show that, obviously. We won’t show that data. They just list off guns seized. Evan Nappen 14:43 Teddy, we are in a new day and age because of President Trump. And one of the things that President Trump did is actually create, through the Justice Department. They actually created in the Civil Rights Division of the U.S. Justice Department, the Second Amendment Section. Now let me tell you what the Second Amendment Section of the Civil Rights Division of the Federal Government Department of Justice. Let me tell you right from their website. (https://www.justice.gov/crt/second-amendment-section) The Second, Fourth, and 14th Amendments, the Police Patterned or Practice Act, and Executive Order 14206 protecting the Second Amendment rights, secure the natural firearm rights of law-abiding citizens, and ensure that such rights to keep and bear arms will not be infringed. The mission of the Second Amendment Section is to ensure that law-abiding citizens may responsibly possess, carry, and use firearms. The Second Amendment Section will work diligently to investigate law enforcement agencies that engage in a pattern or practice of infringing on law-abiding citizens’ Second Amendment rights. As well as be proactive in searching for litigation opportunities to secure such rights. Evan Nappen 16:19 The Second Amendment Section will also seek opportunities to advance a broad interpretation of the Second Amendment via statements of interest, motions to intervene, amicus briefs, and original lawsuits where applicable on behalf of Americans across the country. All attorneys within the Second Page – 7 – of 13 Amendment Section will advocate with zeal on behalf of the United States of America in furtherance of all objectives as tasked. And there, right at the website, at the Civil Rights Division, U.S. Department of Justice, the Second Amendment Section. You can go right online to that. We’ll have a link in the transcript. It says Section Information. Acting Chief Barry Arrington. “Report a civil rights violation.” So, listeners, if you see or hear or know of any civil rights violations on the Second Amendment, report them. Report them to the Federal Department of Justice. Evan Nappen 17:28 I think this is something that the DOJ should consider going on in New Jersey. Where you actually are seeing an effort to go after gun shows, which is our freedom of association, which is our ability. You know, if you can’t buy guns, then you’re not going to be able to possess and carry something you cannot obtain. Second, ghost guns are not a violation of federal law. Third, this is talking about interstate issues. This is New Jersey and Pennsylvania. What could be more squarely within federal jurisdiction than one state going after activities in another state because the state that is going after them has laws that infringe on the Second Amendment and trying to enforce it in another jurisdiction via this mechanism of being able to abuse civil laws. So, there is potentially a solution here. And not only just about what New Jersey is doing here, but what New Jersey does across the board in so many ways of oppressing our Second Amendment rights. Evan Nappen 18:58 Now, this Second Amendment Section has done a number of things already. They sued California to halt the Glock ban. They sued Virginia over their unconstitutional weapons ban, assault firearm so-called ban. They sued them. They opened an investigation, by the way, into Philadelphia Police Department’s unconstitutional permit revocation process. They’ve sued Colorado for their ban on so-called assault firearms and magazines. They sued the District of Columbia for their ban, and they’ve gone after the Virgin Islands Police Department for unconstitutional practices in effective denials of permits. That’s just a sampling of what the Civil Rights Division of the U.S. Justice Department is doing in the Second Amendment Section, and it’s time for New Jersey to be investigated. Because this has gone on for far too long in New Jersey. Our Second Amendment rights being trampled by New Jersey trying to do everything in its power to oppress Second Amendment rights. So, check it out, folks, and you will see that this is what happens when we say elections have consequences. Because this goes back to President Trump putting out his Executive Order, and you also have the Attorney General putting forward that they have their Second Amendment task force and setting up the Civil Rights Division. So, we can change how business is done. Evan Nappen 20:52 Because prior to this, the Government, even the federal Government, took at best a neutral position, but normally there was no infringement that was too much as far as federal enforcement. No problem. Turned the other, you know, turned away from it. Couldn’t care less. Those are no longer the days today, and this is where a wake-up call needs to come out on our Second Amendment rights. Let me tell you. Go ahead, Teddy. Yeah. Teddy Nappen 21:32 Page – 8 – of 13 Well, I was going to say. I was able to pull up Everytown’s research. (https://everytownresearch.org/report/gun-trafficking-crime-guns-new-jersey-data/) In 2023, New Jersey’s law enforcement seized 4,619 guns. So, going off of the data that the A.G. put out, that’s 9% of those firearms were “ghost guns”. Nine percent. It’s even less from those numbers. It is the level of insanity that these individuals pull. They’re just making a boogeyman out of something. That’s why. Evan Nappen 22:06 They’re the boogeyman and a pretext to try to assert their agenda. It’s really what we’re talking about here. Absolutely. Well, let me tell you about our good friends at WeShoot. WeShoot is an indoor range in Lakewood where Teddy and I both shoot. We love WeShoot, and so will you. They have the top trainers for New Jersey. They have the full array from novice to advanced. They have some just great training programs. You can get your CCARE certification there. That’s what you need in order to get your New Jersey carry. They offer CCARE courses. They also offer the ability to get non-resident permits in other states. So, if you travel, you can take care of that through WeShoot. WeShoot is a great resource. It’s a resource that we’re very lucky to have. It’s harder and harder to find places to shoot, and without places to shoot, you can’t do too much with your guns. And WeShoot is there for you. Take advantage of it. Evan Nappen 23:25 It’s a wonderful place. They’ve got a great pro shop. Great people, super nice, wonderful folks. They will bend over backwards to help you, and I’ve seen it firsthand. They’ve helped so many people to improve their skills, to learn about firearms, to learn the right way, proper way, how to be safe, how to be secure, and make sure that everything is done correctly. So that you don’t end up being a GOFU. So, check out WeShoot at weshootusa.com. That’s their website, weshootusa.com. You’ll be glad you did. Beautiful photography. They’re really first rate, and you’ll see why. They go the extra mile. Check out WeShoot at weshootusa.com. They’re conveniently located right in Lakewood, New Jersey. Easily accessible right off the Garden State Parkway. You can do it. Go over there, and you’ll say, “Wow, why didn’t I come here sooner? That’s weshootusa.com. Evan Nappen 24:44 Let me also shamelessly promote my book, New Jersey Gun Law. It is the Bible of Jersey Gun Law. You don’t want to be a GOFU. You need the book. It’s 120 topics, all question and answer. It’ll help guide you safely through the matrix of insanity called New Jersey gun laws, so that you can remain a law-abiding gun owner. That’s my purpose in writing it. You will see why it is the book used by lawyers, judges, State Police Firearms division, and beyond. If anybody who wants to know about New Jersey gun law, they always turn to New Jersey Gun Law by Evan Nappen. And if you want to get your copy, go to evannappen.com, EvanNappen.com. Order a copy, and you’ll have it within days. So, Teddy, what else do you have for us to discuss today? I’m going to toss the ball to you. Teddy Nappen 25:44 Well, as you know, Press Checks are always free. If anyone’s been watching the news or anything or seen all the push from the Left, the thing they keep trying to go back to is they’re trying to address the mail problem. That’s their actual quote from the election groups that they do. Where they’re trying to figure out how do we. Page – 9 – of 13 Evan Nappen 26:11 Is that Post Office mail or as in what is a woman, male? Teddy Nappen 26:16 You know. The white men, particularly, of the they have completely spurred off. One of the things that they’ve run into a foul, is you see this whole push where they try to reach issues, and they’ve gotten very, very quiet on the issue of firearms all of a sudden. Amazing, right? And even though you where you have like the James Talarico who’s still trying to tote gun control, but he’s trying to paint it off like, look, I’m for the Second Amendment. You know, I own a gun. All this. Evan Nappen 26:52 Oh, it’s the I’m for the Second Amendment, but. It’s always the but. Teddy Nappen 26:56 Always, but always, Evan Nappen 26:57 But we should ban guns. I’m for the Second Amendment. Teddy Nappen 27:01 But universal background checks, which will basically create a registry. Evan Nappen 27:07 But we should eliminate gun shows off the face of the planet. But we should ban any gun that’s over 12 inches long and call it an assault firearm. But ban any gun under 12 inches and call it a Saturday night special. Other than that, I’m for the Second Amendment. Teddy Nappen 27:23 Yeah, and you’ve been seeing that. Now you’ve noticed they’ve been losing a lot of ground to their “Democrat Socialists”. They’re just Marxists. If you look at the ideology of what they support, they are Marxists. Just go one to one. They are the same. They can’t dress it up any other way. So, I decided, you know what? Let’s see what’s on their page. What they actually feel about the Second Amendment. Because when it comes to Socialists now, they’ve kind of reached the they don’t know how to feel about firearms. They want to disarm the people because they believe in gun control, but they need arms for the revolution, always. So, it’s the gun owner dilemma for Socialists. Teddy Nappen 28:06 So, I go to their web page and what do I find? (https://www.dsausa.org/blog/the_second_amendment_is_a_threat_to_us_all/) This goes back to 2018, mind you. So, now they’ve gotten very quiet. “The Second Amendment is a threat to us All.” That is the opening title, and they still have it on there. This is their reaction to the Parkland shooting. So, America touts itself as being a meritocracy, and we laugh. But on firearm policy, it is truly need blind. No matter your age, race, gender, creed, or sexual orientation, your inalienable right to life is perfectly alienable to Page – 10 – of 13 keep guns pouring into public and private lives. Okay. Which is why we think the only way to guarantee that we dramatically reduce the acts of violence involving guns is removing guns from society. Pause. Logical fallacy alert, everybody! Ding, ding, ding, ding. Logical fallacy. Reverse Nirvana. If we got rid of all the guns, that would stop the crime. They always try to push that, and we have the oomph. Okay, yeah. Repeal the Second Amendment. That’s going to happen. This is from 2018. Nope, still haven’t done it. But they point to, I don’t know if you remember this guy Carl Rove? Evan Nappen 29:37 Oh yeah, Carl Rove, the pool shooter. Shooting at the pool? Yeah, yeah. After he’s anti-gun, but he uses a gun inappropriately even. Yeah, that guy, Mr. Hypocrite. Teddy Nappen 29:49 Well, they highlight his quote. The only way to guarantee that we drastically reduce acts of violence involving guns is to basically remove them from society. Well, okay then. Then they go through this whole twisted history where they point to the 1970s. NRA stopped being enthusiast group and became a defense industry lobby. Then the new blood came with the Gun Control Act of ’68, which aimed to restrict firearm ownership in response to the fears of the group. I love how they say this. The fears of the Black Panthers. Yes, that’s why the ’68 Gun Control Act was born. That was the only reason. They wanted to disarm the Black Panthers. No other reason of why they tried to push the ’68 Gun Control Act. Dad, do you remember that? What would you say from your view of what was the driver to the ’68 Gun Control Act? Evan Nappen 30:47 Oh my God! You know these people are just amazing, and as you see, they’re conflicted over their own platform. It's crazy, Teddy. Teddy Nappen 31:02 Yeah, and well, they go even crazier. They go through this twisted history of rights. They go through Heller, basically determining you know the rights infringed, and they use Scalia’s answer. In Scalia’s admission, if we repeal the Second Amendment, private citizens could still own guns. The right to do so is granted to them by God or the English, whatever you’d like. Both Brett Stevens and Carl Rover certainly wouldn’t mind. So therefore, we’ve rewritten the Second Amendment. They wrote an amendment. They actually wrote. They wrote their example, the 28th Amendment, Dad. Here we go. The 28th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution that they pushed for. The second article, the amendment of the Constitution of the United States, is hereby repealed. Okay, that gets to that. Two – manufacturing, transportation, importation into or out of any state, territory, or possession of United States delivery therein of a pump action, semi-automatic or automatic firearms is hereby prohibited. Three – article shall be inoperative unless it shall be ratified as the amendment to the Constitution by convention of several states, as provided by the Constitution within 10 years, the date of submission here off to the state by Congress. Well, they want a con con apparently. But just going back to that, banning pump action, semi-automatic and automatic firearms, removing that from the Second Amendment, Dad. Evan Nappen 32:33 Page – 11 – of 13 Okay. Teddy Nappen 32:34 You can have your gun, but they must be manually loaded. Evan Nappen 32:36 Couple things. Number one, the Second Amendment is not our rights. It’s a guarantee of our rights. The rights to exist, whether or not we have a Second Amendment. But the Second Amendment is a guarantee against the Government of infringing on those rights. So, what they’re saying is, we want to revoke the guarantee of your rights and replace it with a lame-ass guarantee that we’re rewriting that won’t do anything except give us the opportunity to walk all over your rights. So, that’s really what they’re saying. But the really interesting thing here is this proposal to repeal the Second Amendment is all the anti-Second Amendment gun rights suppressor folks are going to have left. Evan Nappen 33:23 We are on the path with the Second Amendment having been empowered by Heller, McDonald, and Bruen. And now we have Viramontes and Grant that, in my opinion, are going to absolutely crush assault firearm semi-automatic bans across the country. They are losing ground left and right. There are over 3,000 filed legal actions challenging gun laws. They are on the run. They’re losing, and they know it. The only thing they have left is actually what they’re asking for here, and that is to repeal the Second Amendment. We will never let them repeal the guarantee of our rights, and that’s what we must insist upon. These are our rights, and they’re guaranteed. We want that guarantee enforced. And now that they see the guarantee is finally being enforced, they cannot stand it. They are losing, and they’re going to continue to lose. Teddy Nappen 34:31 I will say, I love the ending to the article where the individual. We are aware non-white and marginalized groups whose rights are routinely violated by the police may view this both as restricting and their ability to protect themselves or causing unwarranted searches and harassments for the criminal justice. We in no way support any measure that would increase the scope and scale of police violence. This provision outlined in amendment would have universal application. So, in other words, don’t worry. This affects everybody. There’s going to be no racial discrimination about enforcing these laws, Dad. Huh? Right. Cut to what was it? John Petrolino’s article where he pulled the data? Evan Nappen 35:19 Yeah. Exactly what we’re dealing with in New Jersey. Where blacks are already more than two to one discriminated against in just permit issuance. So, yeah, we know where this is. It’s just absurd. Teddy Nappen 35:31 Well, they literally go with the “trust me, bro”. It’ll be we’re not racist. We’re just gonna ruin it. We’re gonna screw it over for everybody. Evan Nappen 35:38 Page – 12 – of 13 But keep in mind, this is laughable right now, but it’s actually not. This is going to be the push that we’re going to see. It’s going to be a major push to repeal the Second Amendment. Because it’s all they have left, and that’s what we’re going to see. That and abusing the tort system in any way they can – civil actions. You know, to somehow create these abilities for trying to litigate guns out of existence. That and repealing the Second Amendment. That’s what they’re left with on their game plan. We just need to remain vigilant. Teddy Nappen 36:16 So, bear in mind. I will say, bear in mind, they still push for red flag in the other articles they’ve had. They still push for all the required measures where you have to get everything registered, and they’re still for limiting, removing ARs and anything they deem unsafe or scary. Evan Nappen 36:39 I hear you, and this is so typical. But we’re winning. That’s what’s important. We’re winning. Except when there’s GOFUs. GOFUs, as you know, are Gun Owner Fuck Ups. That’s where gun owners make big mistakes that cost them, technically, it could cost them their career, their family, their fortunes, their freedom. It’s bad news. So, you want to not be a GOFU. And what we like to do here is talk about GOFUs so that you don’t become one. You get to learn for free what others have paid dearly for. Teddy, what do you think the GOFU is this week? You know. What are we talking about? Teddy Nappen 37:26 Well, for me, the GOFUs are always about “stop talking to the police”. Evan Nappen 37:34 Oh my G-d. Stop talking to the police! Like, you know, we talk about basics. It is so basic. Shut up. You know you have a right to remain silent. Now, whether or not you have the ability to, I guess, becomes another question. But you have the right, and you need to stand on your right. You need to ask for your attorney and remain silent. You need to stand on your rights. And over and over again, we see clients that blow that and end up making their situation incredibly worse, incredibly worse. Because not only does anything you say can and will be used against you. Anything you say will be twisted against you. The safest, best route every time is standing on your rights. It’s that simple. And let me tell you, folks, if you’re ever read Miranda rights, oh my God, shut the f up! If you are read Miranda rights, sirens should be going off. Fireworks should be shooting. Flags should be waved. Shut up! Anyone who talks after Miranda, I just can’t even understand. They’re warning you. They’re telling you. Oh, you just wave your right. Oh, you’ll just talk to them. What are those silly rights they’re telling me about Evan Nappen 39:04 I’ll tell you one of the problems is – television. Television has conditioned many Americans to giving up their rights. Oh, I’ll just talk to them. I’ll just explain it. I’ll just yak away. And you know what? You end up burying yourself. Over and over and over again. I see it. I cannot believe it. If you are ever across one of those metal tables, being interrogated by police, and you’re talking, you are the world’s biggest GOFU. That should never happen. If you’ve been read Miranda, that talking across that table that should not be happening. If you let that happen, you’re a fool. You are absolutely a fool. I can’t make it any clearer. Page – 13 – of 13 Evan Nappen 39:55 It reminds me of Jan Davis. I don’t know if you know about her. (https://www.cbsnews.com/news/parachutist-plunges-to-death/) She was part of a movement to allow the ability to try to legalize base jumping at national parks. At Yosemite, she jumped off of El Capitan. Now, she was a pretty experienced jumper, and she did this as a protest. She was wearing criminal stripes outfit. You know the classic black and white stripes of the classic prison outfit, right? And it was to make a statement, of course. But it’s really a statement here because she jumped off El Capitan, El Capitan, and it was in 1999 as a protest against the ban. She was trying to make a statement that this is safe and should be allowed. She jumped, and ended up going splat. That’s right. Her parachute didn’t open. She couldn’t get it opened, unfortunately. My understanding is she had used some other equipment instead of her own. She didn’t know where the pull was on this particular one, and unfortunately, she ended up just going splat. Evan Nappen 40:19 To me, Jan Davis jumping off El Capitan there is what happens when you are read Miranda and talk. You ended up in a big splat like Jan Davis. That’s what you do. And keep in mind, she was wearing that prisoner outfit when it happened. So, folks, stand on your rights. Don’t be a good a GOFU. Don’t end up splattering yourself on the gun rights oppression and insane matrix of New Jersey gun laws. Should you ever be put in that situation – shut up! Evan Nappen 42:09 This is Evan Nappen and Teddy Nappen reminding you that gun laws don’t protect honest citizens from criminals. They protect criminals from honest citizens. Speaker 2 42:23 Gun Lawyer is a CounterThink Media production. The music used in this broadcast was managed by Cosmo Music, New York, New York. Reach us by emailing Evan@gun.lawyer. The information and opinions in this broadcast do not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney in your state. Downloadable PDF TranscriptGun Lawyer S5 E299_Transcript About The HostEvan Nappen, Esq.Known as “America's Gun Lawyer,” Evan Nappen is above all a tireless defender of justice. Author of eight bestselling books and countless articles on firearms, knives, and weapons history and the law, a certified Firearms Instructor, and avid weapons collector and historian with a vast collection that spans almost five decades — it's no wonder he's become the trusted, go-to expert for local, industry and national media outlets. Regularly called on by radio, television and online news media for his commentary and expertise on breaking news Evan has appeared countless shows including Fox News – Judge Jeanine, CNN – Lou Dobbs, Court TV, Real Talk on WOR, It's Your Call with Lyn Doyle, Tom Gresham's Gun Talk, and Cam & Company/NRA News. As a creative arts consultant, he also lends his weapons law and historical expertise to an elite, discerning cadre of movie and television producers and directors, and novelists. He also provides expert testimony and consultations for defense attorneys across America. Email Evan Your Comments and Questions  talkback@gun.lawyer Join Evan's InnerCircleHere's your chance to join an elite group of the Savviest gun and knife owners in America.  Membership is totally FREE and Strictly CONFIDENTIAL.  Just enter your email to start receiving insider news, tips, and other valuable membership benefits.   Email (required) *First Name *Select list(s) to subscribe toInnerCircle Membership Yes, I would like to receive emails from Gun Lawyer Podcast. (You can unsubscribe anytime)Constant Contact Use. Please leave this field blank.var ajaxurl = "https://gun.lawyer/wp-admin/admin-ajax.php";

Ramona Africa is the sole adult survivor of the tragic May 13, 1985, MOVE bombing by the Philadelphia Police Department. As the "minister of information" for the Black liberation and anarcho-primitivist group MOVE, she was inside the fortified compound at 6221 Osage Avenue when a police helicopter dropped a military-grade explosive onto the roof. [1, 2, 3]The Standoff and BombingThe Siege: After neighborhood complaints regarding late-night loudspeaker broadcasts and political friction, nearly 500 police officers surrounded the MOVE row house. [1, 2]The Assault: Law enforcement fired over 10,000 rounds of ammunition, used tear gas, and deployed high-pressure water cannons against the home. [1, 2]The Bomb: At 5:27 p.m., a state police helicopter dropped a bomb on the roof. City officials notoriously made a tactical decision to "let the fire burn," which rapidly tore through the residential block. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]Casualties and AftermathFatalities: The resulting inferno killed 11 people inside the house—including MOVE founder John Africa, five other adults, and five children. [1, 2]Neighborhood Destruction: The fire completely destroyed 61 surrounding row houses, leaving more than 250 local residents homeless. [1, 2]The Survivors: Only Ramona Africa and a 13-year-old child, Birdie Africa (Michael Ward), managed to escape the burning building, both sustaining severe burns. Ramona reported that as they tried to flee into the back alley, police gunfire forced them back toward the flames. [1, 2, 3, 4]Criminal Charges and Legal BattlesRamona's Imprisonment: Ramona Africa was the only person criminally prosecuted in connection to the event. She was convicted of riot and conspiracy charges, serving the maximum seven-year prison sentence. [1, 2, Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-opperman-report--1198501/support.

In one of the most heinous acts of police violence against Black Americans, Philadelphia cops killed 11 people (including 5 kids) and left hundreds more homeless. But the case is mostly forgotten now. We get the inside scoop on the 1985 MOVE bombing - and why it's relevant today with our bloated and growing police state.  SHOW NOTESGuest: Linn Washington Jr.Linn Washington Jr. is an award-winning investigative journalist and professor at Temple University. His reporting focuses on the news media, social justice, race, and law. He also served as Special Assistant to the Chief Justice of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court.Linn is the leading authority on the Philadelphia Police Department's bombing of the MOVE house on May 13, 1985. He was on the scene covering the tragedy. MORE ABOUT MOVE:“MOVE: Untangling The Tragedy” (Linn's great podcast series)The 1985 MOVE Massacre: When Cops Bombed Philadelphia (documentary)On A Move: Philadelphia's Notorious Bombing And A Native Son's Lifelong Battle For Justice  (book by Mike Africa Jr.) TEACHING RESOURCES:"On A Move" High School CurriculumZinn Education Project - Philadelphia Police Bomb MOVEMiddle School Students Memorialized The MOVE BombingEPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:[4:29] Origins of MOVE and overview of May 13, 1985 bombing[7:20] Brutal history of Philadelphia police and pushback from MOVE[10:46] 1978 starvation blockade of MOVE compound resulted in shootout and nine MOVE members sentenced to prison for 30 to 100 years[13:10] MOVE's strategy to free incarcerated members[17:37] Police Commissioner's plan to bomb compound and let fire burn[27:05] Middle school students' discovery of bombing inspires marker commemorating deaths of children[31:32] Importance of a free press to inform the public and serve as watchdog on government    Contact Tony & AdamSubscribe to the podcast

A young woman leaves work and vanishes into the night, leaving a trail of digital clues behind. What happened to Kada Scott? If you have any information about the case of Kada Scott, please contact the Philadelphia Police Department at 215-686-8477 or submit a tip online at phillypolice.com. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic abuse, please contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or text START to 88788 for free and confidential help. Episode transcript, media, and sources available at ⁠bitesizedcrimepod.com⁠. Have a case you'd like me to cover? ⁠⁠Let me know!⁠⁠Follow the podcast on social media:Instagram⁠⁠ @bitesizedcrimepod⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠ @bitesized_crime⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠ @bitesizedcrimepod⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ @bitesizedcrimepod⁠⁠Support the podcast by leaving a 5-star rating and review on ⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠!Go to⁠⁠ https://betterhelp.com/bitesized⁠⁠ for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help #sponsored Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's the Friday news roundup! Today, we bring you the latest in the battle between landlords and renters' rights advocates over a package of bills that aim to protect tenants. We'll break down the budget Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel has requested. And: could a beloved Philly sports tradition be under threat this summer? Plus, members get an extra segment with our hot takes on upcoming changes to Philly Pride. All of this and more with host Trenae Nuri and senior producer Abby Fritz. An earlier version of this episode said the Philadelphia Police Department asked for an increase of $1 billion in its budget for the 2027 fiscal year. That was inaccurate. Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel is requesting a total of about $1 billion for the department in the 2027 fiscal year. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philly police tout homicide decline, request nearly $1B for next year's budget  Philly police to produce annual report for city officials on drone use Philadelphia police expand drone use, but with little oversight from above Some cities are raising transportation fares for FIFA, will SEPTA? Tailgating will be allowed at Lincoln Financial Field during 2026 FIFA World Cup matches, source says Pride festivities relocate to Benjamin Franklin Parkway this June Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Women Against Abuse Heiler Painting

Federal prosecutors have reportedly issued subpoenas to multiple Philadelphia agencies in the Ellen Greenberg case—and they're not looking at whether Ellen was murdered. They're looking at whether the officials who handled her case broke federal law.Ellen Greenberg died in 2011 with twenty stab wounds, including ten to the back of her neck. The medical examiner ruled it homicide. Police pushed back. The ruling changed to suicide. For fifteen years, her parents have fought every agency in Pennsylvania to get answers. Every agency told them the same thing: their daughter killed herself by stabbing herself in the back of the neck ten times.Now the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania is asking questions. Sources say the investigation centers on the Philadelphia Police Department, the Medical Examiner's Office, and the Pennsylvania Attorney General's Office—which was run by current Governor Josh Shapiro when the case sat there for four years.The timeline is damning. The crime scene was cleaned before detectives processed it. James Schwartzman, the fiancé's uncle and a prominent judicial official, removed electronic devices before police secured a warrant. Those devices later became key evidence—despite the original report saying no suicidal content was found. Shapiro's office cited those searches as proof of suicide. Then discovered an "appearance of conflict" with the Goldberg and Schwartzman families. Four years after taking the case.If federal investigators find corruption, the statutes carry serious time. Deprivation of rights. Evidence tampering. Obstruction. Up to life in prison if the conduct contributed to a death.Someone outside Philadelphia is finally asking the questions this case has demanded for fifteen years.#EllenGreenberg #FederalProbe #JoshShapiro #PhiladelphiaCorruption #TrueCrimeToday #JamesSchwartzman #SamuelGoldberg #Subpoenas #CoverUp #JusticeForEllenJoin 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/tonybpodListen 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.

This is the episode we've been waiting fifteen years to make. The U.S. Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania has reportedly issued subpoenas to the Philadelphia Police Department, the Medical Examiner's Office, and other agencies—including the Pennsylvania Attorney General's Office that Josh Shapiro ran when the case sat on his desk for four years.Sources tell the Philadelphia Inquirer this isn't about how Ellen Greenberg died. It's about whether the people who handled her case committed federal crimes.Ellen was found with twenty stab wounds, ten to the back of her neck, a knife lodged four inches into her chest. The medical examiner ruled it homicide. Then police objected. Then the ruling changed to suicide. Then the crime scene was cleaned—with police permission—before detectives could process it. Then James Schwartzman, Samuel Goldberg's uncle and Chairman of the Pennsylvania Judicial Conduct Board, removed laptops and phones from the apartment. Those devices later became the basis for the official suicide narrative—even though the original report said no suicidal searches were found.Now federal prosecutors want to know what happened. The statutes they're working with carry penalties up to life in prison. Deprivation of rights under color of law. Evidence tampering. Obstruction. Conspiracy.Governor Shapiro has presidential ambitions. His former spokesperson now works for Philadelphia's mayor. Schwartzman sits on the bench as a Pennsylvania judge. None of them have been charged—but all of them may have to answer uncomfortable questions to people who can compel the truth.The Greenbergs waited fifteen years for someone outside Philadelphia to take this seriously. Someone finally is.#EllenGreenberg #FederalInvestigation #JoshShapiro #JamesSchwartzman #PhiladelphiaCorruption #TrueCrime #HiddenKillers #CoverUp #ObstructionOfJustice #JusticeForEllenJoin 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/tonybpodListen 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.

Josh and Sandee Greenberg have spent fifteen years fighting for their daughter. Every door closed. Every agency in Pennsylvania told them the same thing: Ellen killed herself. Twenty stab wounds, ten to the back of her neck, a knife four inches into her chest—and they called it suicide.Now, for the first time, someone outside Pennsylvania is asking questions.The U.S. Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania has reportedly issued subpoenas to the Philadelphia Police Department, the Medical Examiner's Office, and other agencies connected to Ellen's case. Sources say the investigation isn't focused on how Ellen died. It's focused on whether the people who handled her case committed crimes. Criminal corruption. Obstruction of justice. Evidence tampering. Deprivation of rights.The list of irregularities is staggering. The crime scene cleaned before detectives could process it. James Schwartzman—Samuel Goldberg's uncle, Chairman of the Pennsylvania Judicial Conduct Board—removing laptops and phones before police had a warrant. Computer searches cited as evidence that the original report said weren't found. Josh Shapiro's Attorney General office holding the case for four years, then discovering an "appearance of conflict" with the Goldberg and Schwartzman families.The Greenberg family's attorney called the prospect of federal involvement "a dream come true." For fifteen years, they've been told their daughter's death was suicide by people who had every reason to make that story stick. Now federal prosecutors are asking why.If they find what so many people suspect, this won't just be about Ellen. It'll be about a system that failed her—and whether that failure was a crime.#EllenGreenberg #JusticeForEllen #FederalInvestigation #JoshShapiro #JamesSchwartzman #SamuelGoldberg #PhiladelphiaCorruption #TrueCrime #MedicalExaminer #15YearsJoin 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/tonybpodListen 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 June 13, 2016, 44-year-old Amy McHale said goodbye to her mother and left her home in South Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Nothing about that moment suggested it would be the last time her family would see her, but it was.In the early morning hours of June 14, Amy called her daughter, Amanda, and left a voicemail. When Amanda listened to the message later that morning, it didn't raise any immediate alarm bells, but when she tried to call her mother back, it went straight to voicemail. In the message, Amy said she was staying at her ex-husband's house, something she did from time to time. At first, no one was overly concerned. Amy was an adult who had her own routines, and everyone assumed she would resurface, as she always had before. As hours turned into days with no word, concern for Amy began to grow. Amy's ex-husband told family members that she had been at his home when he went to bed on the night of June 13, but when he woke up the next morning, Amy was gone. From that point forward, there were no confirmed sightings or clear answers about where she may have gone.Nearly a decade has passed since Amy vanished, and her loved ones are still searching for answers, holding onto hope that someone knows what happened and will finally decide to step forward.If you have any information regarding the disappearance of Amy McHale, please contact the Philadelphia Police Department at (215) 686-3013.If you have a missing loved one that you would like to have featured on the show, please fill out our case submission form.Follow The Vanished on social media at:FacebookInstagramPatreonSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This is the case that broke the system wide open. Ellen Greenberg — a 27-year-old first-grade teacher — was found dead in her Philadelphia apartment with 23 stab wounds, 10 of them to the back of her neck, a knife buried four inches into her chest. The official ruling? Suicide.For 15 years, her parents fought every institution in Pennsylvania. They were told their daughter did this to herself. Courts called the investigation "deeply flawed" but couldn't grant relief. The original medical examiner recanted. A new review found 20 additional bruises and 3 more stab wounds never documented. The city still said suicide.Now federal prosecutors have entered the case — and they're not investigating how Ellen died. They're investigating whether the people who handled her case committed crimes. Sources say the U.S. Attorney's Office has issued subpoenas to the Philadelphia Police Department, the Medical Examiner's Office, and the Pennsylvania Attorney General's Office — the office Governor Josh Shapiro ran when his team closed this case citing laptop searches found on devices that had been removed from the crime scene by Ellen's fiancé's uncle.The chain of custody was broken. The crime scene was cleaned in 24 hours. The doorman never accompanied anyone upstairs. And now, finally, someone with subpoena power wants to know why nobody in Pennsylvania seemed interested in finding the truth.#EllenGreenberg #JoshShapiro #FederalInvestigation #TrueCrime #JusticeForEllen #Philadelphia #Corruption #CoverUp #MedicalExaminer #TrueCrime2025Join 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/tonybpodListen 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.

Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel is running Philly's police department as ICE descends on cities across the country, leading to conflict between federal law enforcement officers, immigrant communities, and protesters. We get Bethel's perspective on the role of the Philadelphia police department when it comes to ICE. Host Trenae Nuri also asks about the city's 2025 murder rate, which was the lowest since 1966. And in the second part of the show we bring in David Zega, the executive director for strategy for the department, to talk about the new and unprecedented five-year strategic plan for the Philadelphia Police Department. The public comment period for the strategic plan, which you can read here, ends Feb. 11.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We're also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise

This is the moment the Greenberg family has been waiting for. After 15 years of fighting every level of Pennsylvania's justice system, federal prosecutors have reportedly entered the Ellen Greenberg case — and they're investigating the investigators.According to sources cited by the Philadelphia Inquirer, the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania has issued subpoenas to the Philadelphia Police Department, the Medical Examiner's Office, the Law Department, and the Pennsylvania Attorney General's Office. The focus isn't on how Ellen died. It's on whether the agencies that handled her case committed criminal corruption.Ellen was found dead on January 26, 2011, with 23 stab wounds — 10 to the back of her neck — and a knife lodged in her chest. The original medical examiner ruled it homicide. That ruling was switched to suicide within weeks. Her parents, Josh and Sandee Greenberg, have spent every year since fighting for the truth.The crime scene was cleaned within 24 hours. Evidence was removed before processing. Courts called the investigation "deeply flawed." The original pathologist recanted in January 2025. A new review found wounds never documented — and still said suicide.Now the feds are pulling records from the office Governor Josh Shapiro ran when his team closed this investigation in 2019, citing laptop searches on devices with a broken chain of custody.Family attorney Joseph Podraza called this "a dream come true." Justice for Ellen may finally be within reach.#EllenGreenberg #JusticeForEllen #FederalInvestigation #JoshShapiro #Philadelphia #Greenberg #TrueCrime #Corruption #USAttorney #Justice2025Join 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/tonybpodListen 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.

The guys open this episode with heartfelt farewells, showing love to Tisha and Denisse as they step away for personal reasons. Both sisters received flowers and well-wishes from the team. Congratulations go out to Captain Desmond K. Walker, honored with the FY26 Vice Admiral James Bond Stockdale Leadership Award, along with all other recipients. The crew also sends condolences to CMSAF David A. Flosi and family on the passing of his wife, Katy. Damon reflects on his experiences in Newport, Rhode Island and Millington, Tennessee during the CMC/COB course, while Aaron raises the question—is Memphis BBQ overrated? Damo shares a personal story about the Philadelphia Police Department entering his mother's home. The team acknowledges that social media clip production may slow due to their new command responsibilities, sparking a larger discussion: how can leaders realistically balance social media and deckplate leadership? The conversation ties into the Navy's updated social media policy and handbook, as well as CNO's latest “C-Note,” where he defines The Foundry. Hero of the Week returns with a spotlight on Private First Class Charles Ralph Johnson. Updates on the Angelina Resendiz case lead to a debate about the limits of invasive leadership. The crew tackles listener questions about rank privileges and a troubling report of a new mother being excluded from the CPO Initiation and Pinning Ceremony. Other hot topics include an Army dining hall with an “F” rating still serving meals, strategies to shift command culture in the face of widespread disciplinary issues, and Damon's surprise at the “Pick of the Week” segment. The episode closes with Aaron's Do Better: Attend a Military Ball.       Do you have a “Do Better” that you want us to review on a future episode? Reach out at ptsfpodcast@gmail.com       Stay connected with the PTSF Podcast: https://linktr.ee/Ptsfpodcast   Picks of the Week:   Damo - Military Culture Shift (Book) (Corie Weathers) https://www.corieweathers.com/militarycultureshift/ Damon - CMC/COB School https://www.netc.navy.mil/Commands/Senior-Enlisted-Academy/Program-Overview/ Aaron - Unapologetically Favored (Book) (Courtney Kittrell-Barber) https://www.unapologeticallyfavored.net/unapologetically-favored.html       PTSF Theme Music: Produced by Lim0   Additional credits:   Music Credit “How Do I Say Goodbye” Written by Babyface (Kenneth Edmonds) and Daryl Simmons Performed by Boyz II Men ℗ 1994 Motown Records, a division of UMG Recordings, Inc.

On this episode, Courtney DuChene reports on a new master's program that will train members of the Philadelphia Police Department to become better managers and problem-solvers. 

Officials at the University of Chicago Crime Lab's Policing Leadership Academy brought members of The Second City, Chicago's storied improv theater, to teach police leaders the more diverse skills found in improv exercises—like thinking on your feet, reserving judgment and fully listening. The academy, a workshop taught over five months, tackles some serious topics like how to make data-driven decisions or how to help officers handle on-the-job trauma. The skills might not apply to all policing situations in the field, but being a better listener or learning to take a breath before responding can make for better leaders, according to Tree Branch, a strategic client partner at The Second City Works. The Policing Leadership Academy's creators believe those skills can also help meet their goals to increase community engagement, improve officer morale and ultimately reduce violent crime. Capt. Louis Higginson with the Philadelphia Police Department said the academy provided a much broader training than the two weeks of police job training he got before being promoted to captain a little more than a year ago. “The big thing for me was thinking about the things we allow to happen because they've been that way before us,” he said. “And the ways we can change the culture of our district by changing the thinking around why we do things.” Albuquerque Police Department Commander Ray Del Greco said he's still thinking more about how he communicates weeks after the improv class. “When people talk to you and come to have you help solve their issues, to be able to push your ego out and worry less about your own agenda and listen, that's an understanding of leadership,” Del Greco said. “To me, that was the most valuable class we had.” Academy leaders stressed the learning doesn't stop at graduation. They create communication channels so classmates can continue to support each other, they encourage captains to put on training with their departments, and participants are required to implement a capstone project that lasts well past the last day of class and addresses a real problem in their district or department. This article was provided by The Associated Press.

Edna Thorne ////// 852 Part 1of 1  www.TrueCrimeGarage.comPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania June 24, 1975 - 15 year old Edna Christine Thorne went missing after visiting the horse stables near her home. That day she asked her sister is she wanted to go visit the horse with her, but she declined. Edna was last seen leaving the Tioga Street horse stables. Like so many cases in the 70s, the police initially treated Edna's case as a runaway case but eventually concluded this to be unlikely. Authorities now suspect that Edna Thorne was abducted and likely killed. If you have any information concerning this case, please contact the Philadelphia Police Department at 215-686-TIPS that's 215-686-8477. Beer of the Week - Very Mega! By Yards Brewing Company Garage Grade - 4 out of 5 bottle caps  A special thanks to Lauren Frisky, a true-crime obsessed freelance journalist and content marketer outside of Philly. She has followed Edna's case and other local cases like it for many years.  More True Crime Garage can be found on Patreon and Apple subscriptions with our show - Off The Record.  Catch dozens of episodes of Off The Record plus a couple of Bonus episodes and our first 50 when you sign up today.  Follow the show on X and Insta @TrueCrimeGarage / Follow Nic on X @TCGNIC / Follow The Captain on X @TCGCaptain  Thanks for listening and thanks for telling a friend.  Be good, be kind, and don't litter! 

Forty-years ago today – May 13, 1985 – the Philadelphia Police Department dropped a bomb on its own residents. Inside a West Philly rowhome, 11 people, including five children – all members of the Black-led group MOVE – died. How did this happen? Reporter Linn Washington Jr. has covered MOVE for 50 years. Now, he's the host of a new podcast series from Temple University's Klein College's Logan Center for Urban Investigative Reporting and The Philadelphia Inquirer called “MOVE: Untangling the Tragedy.” He's joined in this conversation by the podcast's executive producer, Yvonne Latty.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We're also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Prolonlife.com/city - Use this link for 15% off Centre County Highway Revolt Williamstown Theatre Festival Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 1985, the city of Philadelphia dropped a bomb on the radical, Black-led environmental organization MOVE, it was just one of the three historical instances in which the U.S. government dropped a bomb on its citizens. May 13, 2025 marks 40 years since that instance of state-sanctioned terror perpetuated by the city's first Black mayor, Wilson Goode, with the support of the Philadelphia Police Department, and residents indifferent to Black life. Once again on the show, Mike Africa Jr. joins to reflect on what acknowledgement of that horrific event nearly half a century later even means. The observance of 40 years will be held at the site of the bombing on Osage Avenue, May 13th at 5pm.Also on the show, Kensington's opioid crisis continues with outrage over the latest of the city's efforts to contain the issue. And Trump's regime declares that U.S. citizens will be next in the deportation shipments to El Salvador and elsewhere . Tap in.FACT CHECK:In 1921: Militant coal miners in the midst of a labor dispute in West Virginia were bombed under the order of President Harding to quell the union uprising.In 1950: The U.S. Air Force in conjunction with Puerto Rican Governor Luis Muñoz Marín and and the Puerto Rican National Guard bombing neighboring towns of Jayuya and Utuado in order to kill the Puerto Rican independence movement perpetuated by the Puerto Rican Nationalist Party.------- FOR MORE 2BD, subscribe to our Patreon for exclusive access to additional footage and projects from the team. visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/2BD_exe⁠⁠⁠⁠ for access.2bedetermined.co

It's the Friday News Roundup! The team is breaking down the latest on the pending city budget, including why the police department says they need more officers. Meanwhile, Trump Administration policies mean layoffs and higher coffee prices. And: Are the Sixers bad enough to get a first round pick in the draft? Host Trenae Nuri is joined by executive producer Matt Katz to chat about all that and more. P.S. Don't forget to get your REAL ID.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  The Philadelphia Police Department is still short 1,200 cops. Leaders say it will take ‘years of momentum' to fix.  $22,000 for dumping a couch? City boosts fines sharply and sues to collect With Real ID enforcement approaching, Pennsylvanians are running into these challenges Pennsylvania has a really low Real ID adoption rate Hundreds of public health jobs at risk in Philly after city loses federal grants More than 3,600 IRS workers in Philadelphia are in danger of losing their jobs From infrastructure to playgrounds, $264M for Pa. projects this year vanished in Congress' budget battle Trump DEI threat endangers 10% of Philadelphia schools budget Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We're also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

July 12, 1988. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Four-year old Barbara Jean Horn disappears from the front yard of her home before her nude body is discovered inside a cardboard box resting on a curb in the same neighbourhood. Nearly four years later, a suspect named Walter Ogrod, who had lived across the street from Barbara Jean's residence, is arrested after he confesses to her murder and after two trials, he is convicted and sentenced to death. However, Walter claims his confession was coerced by corrupt police detectives and there are numerous allegations of misconduct and serious issues with his conviction. In 2020, after a new review is performed of the case, Walter's conviction is overturned. While he is finally released from death row and fully exonerated, no one else is charged with the crime. Last week, in Part One of our series about the murder of Barbara Jean Horn, we shared the basic facts about the case. This week, in Part Two, we will attempt to analyze and break down this crime by sharing all the different theories about what happened, as well as explore some other wrong conviction cases which took place in Philadelphia during this time period and involved the same law enforcement figures who put Walter Ogrod in prison. If you have any information about this case, please contact the Philadelphia Police Department's tip line at (215) 686-TIPS (8477). Additional Reading: "The Trails of Walter Ogrod: The Shocking Murder, So-Called Confessions and Notorious Snitch That Sent a Man to Death Row" by Thomas Lowenstein https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Walter_Ogrod_case https://unsolvedmysteries.fandom.com/wiki/Barbara_Jean_Horn https://www.law.umich.edu/special/exoneration/Pages/casedetail.aspx?caseid=5752 https://dpic-cdn.org/production/documents/PhilaDA-CIU-Walter-Ogrod-Expert-Reports-2020-02-28.pdf https://dpic-cdn.org/production/documents/PhilaDA-Answer-to-Walter-Ogrod-Amended-PCRA-Petition-2020-02-28.pdf https://www.inquirer.com/news/walter-ogrod-exonerated-innocent-death-row-larry-krasner-philadelphia-20200605.html https://www.inquirer.com/news/walter-ogrod-exonerated-murder-conviction-overturned-philadelphia-larry-krasner-20200610.html https://www.inquirer.com/philly/columnists/will_bunch/walter-ogrod-death-row-stories-hln-larry-krasner-dna-testing-philadelphia-20180405.html https://www.newsweek.com/pennsylvania-court-orders-death-row-inmate-tested-coronavirus-1493628 https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/after-2-decades-on-death-row-wrongfully-convicted-man-will-be-set-free/2421261/ https://www.cbsnews.com/philadelphia/news/barbara-jean-horn-murder-philadelphia-walter-ogrod/ “The Trail Went Cold” will be appearing at the AdvocacyCon, taking place at the Indianapolis Marriott East in Indianapolis on March 28-30, 2025. To get a 10 % discount on tickets, please use our specialized promo code, “TRAIL10”, by visiting https://www.advocacycon.com/. “The Trail Went Cold” is going to be appearing on podcast row at Crimecon UK” in London on June 7-8, 2024. To get a 10 % discount on tickets, please use our specialized promo code, “TRAIL10”, by visiting Crimecon.co.uk. “The Trail Went Cold” is on Patreon. Visit www.patreon.com/thetrailwentcold to become a patron and gain access to our exclusive bonus content. The Trail Went Cold is produced and edited by Magill Foote. All music is composed by Vince Nitro.

July 12, 1988. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Four-year old Barbara Jean Horn disappears from the front yard of her home before her nude body is discovered inside a cardboard box resting on a curb in the same neighbourhood. Nearly four years later, a suspect named Walter Ogrod, who had lived across the street from Barbara Jean's residence, is arrested after he confeses to her murder and after two trials. he is convicted and sentenced to death. However, Walter claims his confession was coerced by corrupt police detectives and there are numerous allegations of misconduct and serious issues with his conviction. In 2020, after a new review is performed of the case, Walter's conviction is overturned. While he is finally released from death row and fully exonerated, no one else is charged with killing Barbara Jean Horn. This week, “The Trail Went Cold” will be releasing the first part of a special two-part episode about a very controversial child murder case which has yet to reach a conclusive resolution after more than 36 years. If you have any information about this case, please contact the Philadelphia Police Department's tip line at (215) 686-TIPS (8477). Additional Reading: "The Trails of Walter Ogrod: The Shocking Murder, So-Called Confessions and Notorious Snitch That Sent a Man to Death Row" by Thomas Lowenstein https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Walter_Ogrod_case https://unsolvedmysteries.fandom.com/wiki/Barbara_Jean_Horn https://www.law.umich.edu/special/exoneration/Pages/casedetail.aspx?caseid=5752 https://dpic-cdn.org/production/documents/PhilaDA-CIU-Walter-Ogrod-Expert-Reports-2020-02-28.pdf https://dpic-cdn.org/production/documents/PhilaDA-Answer-to-Walter-Ogrod-Amended-PCRA-Petition-2020-02-28.pdf https://www.inquirer.com/news/walter-ogrod-exonerated-innocent-death-row-larry-krasner-philadelphia-20200605.html https://www.inquirer.com/news/walter-ogrod-exonerated-murder-conviction-overturned-philadelphia-larry-krasner-20200610.html https://www.inquirer.com/philly/columnists/will_bunch/walter-ogrod-death-row-stories-hln-larry-krasner-dna-testing-philadelphia-20180405.html https://www.newsweek.com/pennsylvania-court-orders-death-row-inmate-tested-coronavirus-1493628 https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/after-2-decades-on-death-row-wrongfully-convicted-man-will-be-set-free/2421261/   https://www.cbsnews.com/philadelphia/news/barbara-jean-horn-murder-philadelphia-walter-ogrod/ “The Trail Went Cold” will be appearing at the AdvocacyCon, taking place at the Indianapolis Marriott East in Indianapolis on March 28-30, 2025. To get a 10 % discount on tickets, please use our specialized promo code, “TRAIL10”, by visiting https://www.advocacycon.com/. “The Trail Went Cold” is going to be appearing on podcast row at Crimecon UK” in London on June 7-8, 2024. To get a 10 % discount on tickets, please use our specialized promo code, “TRAIL10”, by visiting Crimecon.co.uk. “The Trail Went Cold” is on Patreon. Visit www.patreon.com/thetrailwentcold to become a patron and gain access to our exclusive bonus content. The Trail Went Cold is produced and edited by Magill Foote. All music is composed by Vince Nitro.

When Joseph Augustus Zarelli's remains were discovered in 1957, the city of Philadelphia was horrified. He was only four years old, and his identity was unknown then. Hundreds of thousands of flyers with his photo were distributed across the country, and his case became one of if not the most notorious in the city's history. It took over 60 years and new technology to finally identify him, and now that investigators have his name, and are still working hard to find his killer. Joseph Augustus Zarelli was white, with blue eyes and brown hair. When he was killed, he was 3'6” and weighed approximately 30lbs. Anyone with information is asked to call the Philadelphia Police Department at 215-686-8686. For more information about the show, visit VoicesforJusticePodcast.com. Follow us on social media: Twitter: @VFJPod Instagram: @VoicesforJusticePodcast TikTok: @VoicesforJusticePodcast Facebook: @VoicesforJusticePodcast   Voices for Justice is hosted by Sarah Turney Twitter: @SarahETurney Instagram: @SarahETurney TikTok: @SarahETurney Facebook: @SarahETurney YouTube: @SarahTurney The introduction music used in Voices for Justice is Thread of Clouds by Blue Dot Sessions. Outro music is Melancholic Ending by Soft and Furious. The track used for ad transitions is Pinky by Blue Dot Sessions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris McMullen, a former police officer, shares his experiences in law enforcement, including his time with the Philadelphia Police Department and the Bucks County Sheriff's Department. He discusses his transition from a small beach town to a large city, the challenges of going through police academies, and the differences between working in a big city department and a smaller department. Chris also talks about his early career as a detective and shares a notable case he worked on. Overall, he reflects on his passion for law enforcement and the satisfaction he found in solving cases. Chris McMullen discusses his experience working on cold cases and the challenges he faced in solving them. He shares the story of the Rowan case, a 1984 murder that remained unsolved for 13 years until he reopened it and eventually got a conviction. He also talks about another cold case involving skeletal remains found in 1988 and how he was able to identify the victim as Jeanette Tamby. Additionally, he discusses the connection between Victor Palaeologus, a serial killer in Los Angeles, and a Jane Doe case in Ben Salem. In this final part of the conversation, Chris discusses how he was able to get the funds and resources to conduct investigative genetic genealogy and upload the DNA profile of the Jane Doe into public databases. He shares the story of how he was contacted by Yolanda McClary, a retired crime scene investigator, who helped him build the family tree and ultimately identify the Jane Doe as Lisa Todd. Chris also talks about his nonprofit organization, Cold Case Initiative, which raises money to offset the cost of forensic testing for unsolved cases. He mentions the success they've had in identifying a John Doe and their ongoing work on three other cases. The conversation ends with a discussion about Chris's acting career and his experiences as a stand-in for Alec Baldwin and appearances in TV shows and movies.

Fifty-year-old Judy Smith disappeared during a trip to PhiladelphiaIn in April of 1997, under extremely mysterious circumstances. Five months later, Judy's remains were discovered in North Carolina. To this day, no one knows the details surrounding Judy's disappearance or murder and her case remains unsolved. If you have any information about the murder of Judy Smith, please contact the Buncombe County Sheriff's office at (828) 250-4503 or you can also call the Philadelphia Police Department at (215) 686-3280. Click here to join our Patreon.  Click here to get your own Inhuman merch.  Connect with us on Instagram and join our Facebook group.  To submit listener stories or case suggestions, and to see all sources for this episode: https://www.inhumanpodcast.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

February 19, 2005. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 34-year old Danielle Imbo meets up with her on-again-off-again boyfriend, 35-year old Richard Petrone, and they spend the evening hanging out at a downtown bar. Richard says that he is planning to drive Danielle home, but after leaving together in Richard's pick-up truck, they vanish without a trace. Three years later, the FBI announces they are investigating the possibility that the couple were the victims of a murder-for-hire plot, but they do not name any potential suspects and no trace of Danielle, Richard or the truck are ever found. Could the couple have disappeared when they accidentally drove into a body of water, or did foul play actually take place? On this week's episode of “The Trail Went Cold”, we explore the unsolved disappearances of Danielle Imbo and Richard Petrone, one of the most perplexing missing persons cases of the modern era. Additional Reading: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Disappearance_of_Danielle_Imbo_and_Richard_Petrone_Jr. https://charleyproject.org/case/danielle-imbo https://charleyproject.org/case/richard-petrone-jr https://www.newspapers.com/image/183910934/ https://www.newspapers.com/image/183910944/ https://www.newspapers.com/image/198019191/ https://www.newspapers.com/image/198019273/ https://www.newspapers.com/image/198021057/ https://abc7chicago.com/archive/5940410/ https://www.cbsnews.com/news/were-long-missing-couple-victims-of-a-murder-plot/ https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/fbi-danielle-imbo-richard-petrone-cold-case-missing-persons/2006689/ https://www.cbsnews.com/philadelphia/news/richard-petrone-danielle-imbo-doug-bishop-adventures-with-purpose-philadelphia-missing-couple/ https://patch.com/new-jersey/moorestown/new-details-danielle-imbo-richard-petrone-jr-case https://abc7chicago.com/danielle-imbo-richard-petrone-missing-person-cold-case/14446145/ If you have any information about this case, please contact the Philadelphia Police Department at (215) 686-3013, the Mount Laurel Township Police Department at (856) 234-1414, or the Camden County Sheriff's Office at (856) 225-5470 “The Trail Went Cold” is on Patreon. Visit www.patreon.com/thetrailwentcold to become a patron and gain access to our exclusive bonus content. “The Trail Went Cold” is going to be appearing on podcast row at Crimecon UK” in London on September 21-22, 2024. To get a 10 % discount on the purchase of tickets to either event, please use our specialized promo code, “COLD24”, by visiting Crimecon.com or Crimecon.co.uk. “The Trail Went Cold” will be appearing at the True Crime Podcast Festival, taking place at the Denver Marriott Westminster in Colorado on July 12-14, 2024. To get a 15 % discount on tickets, please use our specialized promo code, “TRAIL”, by visiting https://truecrimepodcastfestival.com. The Trail Went Cold is produced and edited by Magill Foote. All music is composed by Vince Nitro.

FBI Retired Case File Review Live! was held on April 28 at the Punch Line comedy club in Philadelphia. This episode is the audio recorded during the live event. My on stage guests included retired agent Scott Duffey and his partner retired ATF special agent Terrance Mortimer, who take us behind the scenes of an unbelievable investigation they investigated, involving a nearly 2-decade-old unsolved homicide tenaciously pursued with the Philadelphia Police Department. During the second half of the live show, Scott and Terry joined a panel of retired agents for a “Ask Us Anything” Q & A session. Special thanks to the previous guests of FBI Retired Case File Review who took part in the panel discussion, Darin Werkmeister, Richard Macko, James J. Klaver, William Grace, Steve Heaney, Kathryn Lambert, and Jeffrey Covington.   Check out episode show notes, photos, and related articles: https://jerriwilliams.com/317-fbi-retired-case-file-review-live-in-philadelphia/   Buy me a coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/JerriWilliams Join my Reader Team to get the FBI Reading Resource - Books about the FBI, written by FBI agents, the 20 clichés about the FBI Reality Checklist, and keep up to date on the FBI in books, TV, and movies via my monthly email. Join here. http://eepurl.com/dzCCmL  Check out my FBI books, non-fiction and crime fiction, available as audiobooks, ebooks and paperbacks wherever books are sold. https://jerriwilliams.com/books/

Retired Agent Scott Duffey reviews his years-long investigation of a nearly 2-decade-old rumor about an unsolved racially motivated homicide. The case, tenaciously pursued by Scott, his partner ATF special agent Terrance Mortimer, and the Philadelphia Police Department, resulted in the conviction of Thomas Gibison, a self-proclaimed skinhead for conspiracy to commit murder, ethnic intimidation, and firearms violations. Scott served in the FBI for 22 years. Check out episode show notes, photos, and related articles: https://jerriwilliams.com/episode-179-scott-duffey-thomas-gibison-skinhead-racially-motivated-murder/ Learn more about FBI Retired Case File Review Live - https://jerriwilliams.com/blog/fbi-retired-case-file-review-live-2/   Buy me a coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/JerriWilliams Join my Reader Team to get the FBI Reading Resource - Books about the FBI, written by FBI agents, the 20 clichés about the FBI Reality Checklist, and keep up to date on the FBI in books, TV, and movies via my monthly email. Join here. http://eepurl.com/dzCCmL  Check out my FBI books, non-fiction and crime fiction, available as audiobooks, ebooks and paperbacks wherever books are sold. https://jerriwilliams.com/books/

BETSY BRANTNER SMITH OF THE NATIONAL POLICE ASSOC JOINS DAWN LIVE! BETSY EXPANDS ON BOTH REPORTS BELOW - ONE FOCUSED ON THE PHILADELPHIA POLICE DEPT. LOWERING STANDARDS TO GET MORE EMPLOYEES... AS WELL AS THE NYPD TELLING NY LEADERSHIP TO SKIP THE FUNERAL... ARE WE AT A CROSSROADS FOR POLICE SUPPORT? STEPHANIE DILLER SPEAKS OUT...  (AP) — Faced with gaping vacancies in its police force and concerns about public safety, the Philadelphia Police Department had to think creatively about how to get more candidates in the door. The answer? Fewer pushups. The city's move to lower requirements for the entry physical exam at its police academy is part of a broader effort nationally to reevaluate policies that keep law enforcement applicants out of the job pool amid a hiring crisis. To close the gap, policies on tattoos, previous drug use, physical fitness and college credits are all being reconsidered. Los Angeles is offering housing subsidies. Other departments, like Washington, D.C., are offering signing bonuses of more than $20,000. Several states have expanded eligibility to noncitizens, while others have changed the minimum age of officers to 18. Read more. Will these changes help solve the nation's law enforcement shortage? How risky is it to lower standards? (Fox News)The NYPD's Sergeants Benevolent Association (SBA) sent a damning letter calling out far-left Democratic leaders in New York City for their anti-police and soft-on-crime policies and telling them to stay away from the funeral of slain Officer Jonathan Diller.The 31-year-old father died Monday after a violent ex-con with 21 prior arrests allegedly shot him in the stomach when police approached the car where the suspect was sitting in the passenger seat. "I'm sure that many elected officials will attend PO Diller's funeral, shed a few crocodile tears, and prominently seat themselves for a good photo opportunity," SBA President Vincent Vallelong wrote in a letter to union members. "The sad reality is we don't want them there..." Vallelong said he found it infuriating to see city politicians who have supported movements to "defund" police and let criminals out of jail posting politically motivated condolences on social media. "Their presence is more than a distraction," Vallelong continued. "It is a stain on the legacy of a true hero who made the ultimate sacrifice, as well as the scores of dedicated and committed public servants who will carry on his mission despite their constant criticism, cynicism, negativity, and frivolous accusations." Read more. For perspective on this, turn to a 29-year law enforcement veteran who now trains officers around the world. Sgt. Betsy Brantner Smith (Ret.) is spokesperson for National Police Association, a non-profit that supports law enforcement officers across the U.S. Betsy began her career as a police dispatcher at age 17 and has held positions in patrol, investigations, narcotics, juvenile, hostage negotiation, crime prevention, K-9 and field training. She has been a law enforcement trainer for over 20 years. 

Believe it or not, in 1985 the Philadelphia Police Department dropped a bomb from a helicopter onto a residential building in an African-American neighborhood. The fact that this story isn't more widely known says it all. Listen and learn about MOVE in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 2010, Milique Wagner was arrested for a murder he says he had nothing to do with. The night of the shooting, Wagner was picked up for questioning and spent three days in the Philadelphia Police Department's homicide unit, mostly being questioned by a detective named Philip Nordo.  Nordo was a star in the department, known for putting in long hours and closing cases – he had a hand in convicting more than 100 people. But that day in the homicide unit, Wagner says Nordo asked him some unnerving questions: Would he ever consider doing porn? Guy-on-guy porn?  Wagner would go on to be convicted of the murder in a case largely built by Nordo – and Wagner's experience has led him to believe Nordo fabricated evidence and coerced false statements to frame him. For years, Philadelphia Inquirer reporters Chris Palmer and Samantha Melamed have dug into Nordo's career, looking into allegations of his misconduct. In this episode, they follow the rumors to defense attorney Andrew Pappas, who subpoenas the prison call log between Nordo and one of his informants. It's there where Pappas finds evidence that something is not right about the way Nordo is conducting his police work.  Pappas' findings prompt the Philadelphia district attorney's office to launch an investigation into Nordo. The patterns that prosecutors found by reviewing Nordo's calls and emails with incarcerated men, examining his personnel file, and interviewing men who interacted with him showed shocking coercion and abuse. Almost 20 years after the first complaint was filed against Nordo, the disgraced detective's actions became public. He was charged and his case went to trial. Palmer and Melamed analyze the fallout from the scandal and seek answers from the Police Department on how it addressed Nordo's misconduct and how he got away with it for so long.   This is an update of an episode that originally aired in December 2022. Support Reveal's journalism at Revealnews.org/donatenow Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to get the scoop on new episodes at Revealnews.org/weekly Connect with us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram

In policing, as in most vocations, the best employees are often promoted into leadership without much training. One economist thinks he can address this problem — and, with it, America's gun violence. SOURCESKenneth Corey, director of outreach and engagement for the Policing Leadership Academy at the University of Chicago and retired chief of department for the New York Police Department.Stephanie Drescher, operations captain in the City of Madison Police Department.Max Kapustin, assistant professor of economics and public policy at Cornell University.Jens Ludwig, economist and director of the Crime Lab at the University of Chicago.Sandy Jo MacArthur, curriculum design director for the Policing Leadership Academy at the University of Chicago.Sean Malinowski, D.O.J. strategic site liaison for the Philadelphia Police Department and retired chief of detectives from the Los Angeles Police Department.Sindyanna Paul-Noel, lieutenant with the City of Miami Police Department.Michael Wolley, deputy chief of operations with the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department. RESOURCES:"Policing Leadership Academy (PLA) Graduation of Inaugural Cohort," by the University of Chicago Crime Lab (2023)."Policing and Management," by Max Kapustin, Terrence Neumann, and Jens Ludwig (NBER Working Paper, 2022)."Getting More Out of Policing in the U.S.," by Jens Ludwig, Terrence Neumann, and Max Kapustin (VoxEU, 2022)."What Drives Differences in Management?" by Nicholas Bloom, Erik Brynjolfsson, Lucia Foster, Ron S. Jarmin, Megha Patnaik, Itay Saporta-Eksten, and John Van Reenen (NBER Working Paper, 2017)."Management as a Technology?" by Nicholas Bloom, Raffaella Sadun, and John Van Reenen (NBER Working Paper, 2017)."Measuring and Explaining Management Practices Across Firms and Countries," by Nick Bloom and John Van Reenen (NBER Working Paper, 2006)."Crime, Urban Flight, and the Consequences for Cities," by Julie Berry Cullen and Steven D. Levitt (SSRN, 1997). EXTRAS:"Why Are There So Many Bad Bosses?" by Freakonomics Radio (2022)."What Are the Police for, Anyway?" by Freakonomics Radio (2021).

Tragedy struck a Macy's store in Center City Philadelphia on Monday morning, resulting in the death of a security guard and injuries to another following an attempted shoplifting incident that escalated into a violent confrontation. The Philadelphia Police Department is investigating the incident, which has left the community and the retail giant in shock.    The incident unfolded around 10:45 a.m. in a Macy's store just one block from City Hall. According to authorities, the male suspect was attempting to steal several hats when he was intercepted by store security personnel. What began as a routine theft prevention effort took a horrifying turn as the situation escalated rapidly.    According to local news reports, the suspect left the store briefly but returned approximately 15 minutes later. It was during this return that he launched a brutal attack, stabbing a 30-year-old security guard in the neck. The assailant's motive for such a violent response remains under investigation.    A second security guard, a 23-year-old man, attempted to intervene in the unfolding tragedy but tragically became a victim himself. The suspect stabbed him in the face and arm, inflicting severe injuries. Police have not yet disclosed the condition of the injured guard.    The 30-year-old security guard who suffered the initial attack was rushed to a hospital for medical treatment. Unfortunately, despite efforts to save his life, he succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead.    The suspect, whose identity has not been released at this time, fled from the Macy's store after the violent episode. Authorities quickly launched a search for the assailant, leading to a dramatic pursuit through the city's subway system. The suspect was eventually apprehended around noon, bringing a sense of relief to the community.    In response to the tragic incident, a Macy's spokesperson issued a statement expressing the company's profound sorrow: "We are heartbroken about the incident that took place today at Macy's Center City. The store will temporarily remain closed as we work with law enforcement on this investigation and defer any further comments about the case to them. Ensuring the safety and well-being of our customers and colleagues is always our top priority."    The incident has left the Philadelphia community in mourning and has underscored the challenging and sometimes dangerous situations that security personnel may face while performing their duties. Investigations into the motive behind the attack and the circumstances leading to this tragedy are ongoing.    As the city grapples with the aftermath of this shocking event, questions regarding security protocols and safety measures in retail environments may come to the forefront. In the meantime, support and condolences are pouring in for the families of the security guards involved, as well as for the Macy's community affected by this senseless act of violence. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Tragedy struck a Macy's store in Center City Philadelphia on Monday morning, resulting in the death of a security guard and injuries to another following an attempted shoplifting incident that escalated into a violent confrontation. The Philadelphia Police Department is investigating the incident, which has left the community and the retail giant in shock.    The incident unfolded around 10:45 a.m. in a Macy's store just one block from City Hall. According to authorities, the male suspect was attempting to steal several hats when he was intercepted by store security personnel. What began as a routine theft prevention effort took a horrifying turn as the situation escalated rapidly.    According to local news reports, the suspect left the store briefly but returned approximately 15 minutes later. It was during this return that he launched a brutal attack, stabbing a 30-year-old security guard in the neck. The assailant's motive for such a violent response remains under investigation.    A second security guard, a 23-year-old man, attempted to intervene in the unfolding tragedy but tragically became a victim himself. The suspect stabbed him in the face and arm, inflicting severe injuries. Police have not yet disclosed the condition of the injured guard.    The 30-year-old security guard who suffered the initial attack was rushed to a hospital for medical treatment. Unfortunately, despite efforts to save his life, he succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead.    The suspect, whose identity has not been released at this time, fled from the Macy's store after the violent episode. Authorities quickly launched a search for the assailant, leading to a dramatic pursuit through the city's subway system. The suspect was eventually apprehended around noon, bringing a sense of relief to the community.    In response to the tragic incident, a Macy's spokesperson issued a statement expressing the company's profound sorrow: "We are heartbroken about the incident that took place today at Macy's Center City. The store will temporarily remain closed as we work with law enforcement on this investigation and defer any further comments about the case to them. Ensuring the safety and well-being of our customers and colleagues is always our top priority."    The incident has left the Philadelphia community in mourning and has underscored the challenging and sometimes dangerous situations that security personnel may face while performing their duties. Investigations into the motive behind the attack and the circumstances leading to this tragedy are ongoing.    As the city grapples with the aftermath of this shocking event, questions regarding security protocols and safety measures in retail environments may come to the forefront. In the meantime, support and condolences are pouring in for the families of the security guards involved, as well as for the Macy's community affected by this senseless act of violence. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

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In the latest episode of the "Hidden Killers" podcast with Tony Brueski, the perplexing case of Ellen Greenberg once again takes the spotlight. The topic raises a fundamental question: What does it take to find justice when authorities insist on labeling a gruesome crime as suicide? Despite Ellen being stabbed 20 times, with half of those wounds in her back and head, there has been no homicide investigation. Instead, evidence crucial to solving the mystery lies untouched in a Philadelphia evidence locker, including an unexamined weapon and digital devices.    Enter Neama Rahmani, a former federal prosecutor, who joins the discussion to unravel the complexities of this disturbing case. The focal point of the conversation revolves around a civil case brought against the Philadelphia Police Department for their perceived lack of action in what many suspect to be a cover-up. However, a pertinent question arises: Can the findings from this civil case potentially lead to a legitimate criminal investigation?    Tony Brueski wonders whether the evidence unearthed during the civil trial, which is currently in the discovery phase, might provide the much-needed breakthrough. Could it reveal fingerprints or other crucial details that have languished unexamined for far too long? Rahmani, with his legal expertise, believes otherwise. He highlights a fundamental challenge – law enforcement, and prosecutors generally have immunity in these types of cases, and members of the public can't compel them to act.    This fact underscores a broader public policy issue. While it may be perceived as unfair, it remains challenging to force authorities to reopen cases or launch investigations in the absence of an apparent duty to act. The justice system, as Rahmani explains, is designed in a way that grants considerable discretion to prosecutors and law enforcement agencies. This discretion can only be influenced by voting a prosecutor out of office, as seen in cases like Bill Cosby's, where a new prosecutor brought fresh perspective to long-standing matters.    Despite the frustration surrounding this case, the legal framework remains firmly rooted in prosecutorial discretion. Civil lawsuits may not prove effective in pushing authorities to act, as Rahmani argues. The hope for change lies in the hands of voters, who have the power to elect prosecutors who share their commitment to pursuing justice.    Moreover, the conversation touches on the misuse of the term "active investigation" by law enforcement agencies. The enigma of Ellen Greenberg's death continues to perplex, leaving many with the haunting question: Will the evidence ever see the light of day, potentially leading to answers and justice? The challenges ahead are substantial, but the determination of Ellen's parents remains unbroken. As they continue their fight for truth and accountability, the hope for change in how cases like this are handled endures, challenging the status quo of prosecutorial discretion and reminding us that justice should be relentless in its pursuit. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

In the latest episode of the "Hidden Killers" podcast with Tony Brueski, the perplexing case of Ellen Greenberg once again takes the spotlight. The topic raises a fundamental question: What does it take to find justice when authorities insist on labeling a gruesome crime as suicide? Despite Ellen being stabbed 20 times, with half of those wounds in her back and head, there has been no homicide investigation. Instead, evidence crucial to solving the mystery lies untouched in a Philadelphia evidence locker, including an unexamined weapon and digital devices.    Enter Neama Rahmani, a former federal prosecutor, who joins the discussion to unravel the complexities of this disturbing case. The focal point of the conversation revolves around a civil case brought against the Philadelphia Police Department for their perceived lack of action in what many suspect to be a cover-up. However, a pertinent question arises: Can the findings from this civil case potentially lead to a legitimate criminal investigation?    Tony Brueski wonders whether the evidence unearthed during the civil trial, which is currently in the discovery phase, might provide the much-needed breakthrough. Could it reveal fingerprints or other crucial details that have languished unexamined for far too long? Rahmani, with his legal expertise, believes otherwise. He highlights a fundamental challenge – law enforcement, and prosecutors generally have immunity in these types of cases, and members of the public can't compel them to act.    This fact underscores a broader public policy issue. While it may be perceived as unfair, it remains challenging to force authorities to reopen cases or launch investigations in the absence of an apparent duty to act. The justice system, as Rahmani explains, is designed in a way that grants considerable discretion to prosecutors and law enforcement agencies. This discretion can only be influenced by voting a prosecutor out of office, as seen in cases like Bill Cosby's, where a new prosecutor brought fresh perspective to long-standing matters.    Despite the frustration surrounding this case, the legal framework remains firmly rooted in prosecutorial discretion. Civil lawsuits may not prove effective in pushing authorities to act, as Rahmani argues. The hope for change lies in the hands of voters, who have the power to elect prosecutors who share their commitment to pursuing justice.    Moreover, the conversation touches on the misuse of the term "active investigation" by law enforcement agencies. The enigma of Ellen Greenberg's death continues to perplex, leaving many with the haunting question: Will the evidence ever see the light of day, potentially leading to answers and justice? The challenges ahead are substantial, but the determination of Ellen's parents remains unbroken. As they continue their fight for truth and accountability, the hope for change in how cases like this are handled endures, challenging the status quo of prosecutorial discretion and reminding us that justice should be relentless in its pursuit. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

The enigmatic case of Ellen Greenberg's death has cast a dark shadow over a decade, leaving her family and the broader public grappling with an enduring question: Who ended Ellen's life, and who is striving to keep the truth under wraps? This tragic tale, riddled with inconsistencies and unanswered queries, stirs profound empathy and a relentless call for justice. Ellen Greenberg, a vibrant, loved, 27-year-old Philadelphia schoolteacher, was found dead in her apartment on a cold January evening in 2011. The gruesome scene, showcasing a shocking 20 stab wounds, initially led investigators to classify her death as a homicide. However, in a bewildering turn of events, the ruling abruptly changed to suicide a month later, sparking outrage and confusion.    Since then, Ellen's parents, Joshua and Sandra Greenberg, have been on a relentless quest for answers. This journey to unmask the truth behind their daughter's untimely demise isn't just about their personal closure—it's also a fight against an opaque system that seems to be sheltering reality.    But why would anyone want to suppress the truth about Ellen's death? Some speculate it could be an attempt to evade public scrutiny, while others suggest an underlying conspiracy to protect the reputation of certain individuals or institutions. Regardless of the motives, this perceived obfuscation has only fueled public demand for transparency and accountability in Ellen's case.    As time ticks on, the Greenbergs remain resolute, undeterred by the legal and bureaucratic roadblocks they've encountered. Backed by renowned forensic experts, they've disputed the suicide ruling, citing the implausibility of Ellen inflicting so many, including ten fatal, wounds upon herself. An important point of contention is the mysterious knife wound in Ellen's neck, allegedly inflicted post-mortem—a claim that, if true, strongly counters the suicide theory.    A key figure in this mystery is Ellen's fiancé, who was the only other person in the apartment that evening. While no direct evidence implicates him, some question his behavior and statements following Ellen's death. However, law enforcement has not considered him a suspect in the case.    The actions—or perceived inaction—of the Philadelphia Medical Examiner's Office and the Philadelphia Police Department have also raised eyebrows. The quick shift in their stance from homicide to suicide, coupled with an alleged reluctance to re-open the case despite new evidence, has fueled suspicion of a cover-up.      Media and public scrutiny have further amplified calls for a transparent, unbiased re-investigation into Ellen's case. Social media campaigns, petitions, and news coverage have echoed the Greenberg's plea for justice, highlighting the public's demand for the truth. Amidst the cloud of uncertainty surrounding Ellen's tragic end, one thing remains crystal clear: the relentless determination of a grieving family who deserve to know what truly happened to their beloved daughter. Ellen's story compels us to confront uncomfortable truths about our justice system while highlighting the power of collective resilience and determination.    As the quest for truth continues, Ellen Greenberg's case is a stark reminder of the fight for justice many families face when their loved ones' stories are left untold or misrepresented. It's a call to action for transparency, truth, and justice for Ellen and others who may find themselves entangled in a similarly frustrating battle with a system meant to protect them. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

The enigmatic case of Ellen Greenberg's death has cast a dark shadow over a decade, leaving her family and the broader public grappling with an enduring question: Who ended Ellen's life, and who is striving to keep the truth under wraps? This tragic tale, riddled with inconsistencies and unanswered queries, stirs profound empathy and a relentless call for justice. Ellen Greenberg, a vibrant, loved, 27-year-old Philadelphia schoolteacher, was found dead in her apartment on a cold January evening in 2011. The gruesome scene, showcasing a shocking 20 stab wounds, initially led investigators to classify her death as a homicide. However, in a bewildering turn of events, the ruling abruptly changed to suicide a month later, sparking outrage and confusion.    Since then, Ellen's parents, Joshua and Sandra Greenberg, have been on a relentless quest for answers. This journey to unmask the truth behind their daughter's untimely demise isn't just about their personal closure—it's also a fight against an opaque system that seems to be sheltering reality.    But why would anyone want to suppress the truth about Ellen's death? Some speculate it could be an attempt to evade public scrutiny, while others suggest an underlying conspiracy to protect the reputation of certain individuals or institutions. Regardless of the motives, this perceived obfuscation has only fueled public demand for transparency and accountability in Ellen's case.    As time ticks on, the Greenbergs remain resolute, undeterred by the legal and bureaucratic roadblocks they've encountered. Backed by renowned forensic experts, they've disputed the suicide ruling, citing the implausibility of Ellen inflicting so many, including ten fatal, wounds upon herself. An important point of contention is the mysterious knife wound in Ellen's neck, allegedly inflicted post-mortem—a claim that, if true, strongly counters the suicide theory.    A key figure in this mystery is Ellen's fiancé, who was the only other person in the apartment that evening. While no direct evidence implicates him, some question his behavior and statements following Ellen's death. However, law enforcement has not considered him a suspect in the case.    The actions—or perceived inaction—of the Philadelphia Medical Examiner's Office and the Philadelphia Police Department have also raised eyebrows. The quick shift in their stance from homicide to suicide, coupled with an alleged reluctance to re-open the case despite new evidence, has fueled suspicion of a cover-up.      Media and public scrutiny have further amplified calls for a transparent, unbiased re-investigation into Ellen's case. Social media campaigns, petitions, and news coverage have echoed the Greenberg's plea for justice, highlighting the public's demand for the truth. Amidst the cloud of uncertainty surrounding Ellen's tragic end, one thing remains crystal clear: the relentless determination of a grieving family who deserve to know what truly happened to their beloved daughter. Ellen's story compels us to confront uncomfortable truths about our justice system while highlighting the power of collective resilience and determination.    As the quest for truth continues, Ellen Greenberg's case is a stark reminder of the fight for justice many families face when their loved ones' stories are left untold or misrepresented. It's a call to action for transparency, truth, and justice for Ellen and others who may find themselves entangled in a similarly frustrating battle with a system meant to protect them. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

The Rich Zeoli Show- Hour 4: Liz Wolfe—Associate Editor at Reason & Author of the Reason Roundup morning email newsletter—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss student organizations at Harvard University that have explicitly, and outlandishly, blamed Israel for the Hamas-led attacks on Israeli citizens. Equally problematic are professors on campuses like Columbia University and Cornell University that have openly excused the actions of Hamas terrorists. Why was leadership at these elite universities so reluctant to condemn these actions and statements? You can find Wolfe's work here: https://reason.com/people/liz-wolfe/ Max Marin of The Philadelphia Inquirer writes: “Police have arrested a suspect in the killing of Officer Richard Mendez and the wounding of Officer Raul Ortiz, who were shot on Thursday while responding to a car theft in a parking garage at Philadelphia International Airport.” During an afternoon press conference on Monday, the Philadelphia Police Department identified the suspect as Yobranny Martínez Fernández—though, they are still actively searching for two other suspects. You can read more about the developing story here: https://www.inquirer.com/news/philadelphia-airport-shooting-arrest-richard-mendez-raul-ortiz-20231016.html While speaking with reporters, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) said that Sen. Bob Menendez (D-NJ), despite being a member of the Foreign Relations Committee, will not be in attendance for a classified briefing on Israel Wednesday. Last week, Menendez was charged with acting as a foreign agent for Egypt. He had previously been charged with accepting bribes in exchange for influence. Rich is joined by 1210 WPHT producers Anthony and Dan who are at Citizen Bank Park ahead of tonight's Game 2 playoff matchup between the Philadelphia Phillies and Arizona Diamondbacks. The series is best of seven. The Phillies currently lead the series 1-0. You can listen to their podcast, The Other Side with Dan and DiRenzo, here: https://www.audacy.com/1210wpht/podcasts/the-otherside-with-dan-and-direnzo-389572

The Rich Zeoli Show- Full Episode (10/17/2023): 3:05pm: On Tuesday, the House of Representatives voted to fill the speakership position left vacant following the removal of Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-CA). The Republican nominee for speaker, Rep. Jim Jordan (R-OH), received 200 votes—well short of the 217 votes he needed to win a majority of the House. In total, twenty Republicans voted for candidates other than Jordan. Russell Dye, Communications Director for Jordan, suggested that another round of voting is expected to occur today. Rep. Jeff Van Drew (R-NJ), an ally of Jordan, echoed a similar sentiment—saying he thinks at least one more round of voting will occur on Tuesday. Following the vote, Speaker pro tempore Patrick McHenry placed the House of Representatives in recess. You can read updates as they unfold here: https://www.nytimes.com/live/2023/10/17/us/house-speaker-jim-jordan-vote 3:15pm- WBUR, a National Public Radio (NPR) affiliate in Boston, MA, recently hosted a guest who seemingly denied that Hamas had killed women and children in Israel during an October 7th attack that left an estimated 1,400 people dead. You can read more here: https://www.foxnews.com/media/npr-affiliate-pulls-show-after-guest-doubted-hamas-killed-women-children-during-terror-attacks 3:40pm- In a statement made on X, Rep. Anthony D'Esposito (R-NY) explained his vote against Jim Jordan's speakership bid: “I want a Speaker who understands Long Island's unique needs. Restoring the SALT deduction, safeguarding 9/11 victim support funding, and investing in critical infrastructure are our priorities. I look forward to discussions with candidates.” Several Republican holdouts are now suggesting that it's an impossibility for any candidate within their caucus to receive the 217 votes needed to become speaker and, consequently, the House should move to expand the powers of Speaker pro tempore Patrick McHenry (R-NC). 4:05pm- On Monday night, the Philadelphia Phillies won Game 1 of their series against the Arizona Diamondbacks. The final score was 5-3. 4:10pm- According to Luke Broadwater of The New York Times, “Jim Jordan and Steve Scalise met after Jordan lost on the first ballot. Jordan asked Scalise for help but did not receive a pledge to do so, according to a person familiar with the conversation. Scalise and his allies are smarting from the way Jordan supporters undercut Scalise after he won a conference election but they refused to support him.” You can read more here: https://www.nytimes.com/live/2023/10/17/us/house-speaker-jim-jordan-vote 4:15pm- On Monday, Judge Tanya S. Chutkan imposed a limited gag order on Donald Trump—in a case that alleges Trump conspired to overturn the 2020 presidential election. Judge Chutkan's gag order prevents the former president from verbally attacking witnesses and prosecutors publicly. Alarmingly, it may also restrict Trump's ability to criticize specific elements of the Biden Administration's Department of Justice. Could this gag order impact Trump's ability to campaign—and is it a violation of his First Amendment right to free speech and petition? Trump is expected to appeal the order. While speaking at a rally in Clive, Iowa, Trump announced he is “willing to go to jail” as part of a principled stance against Churkan's “unconstitutional” gag order. 4:20pm- During a campaign rally in Iowa, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump jokingly compared himself to Al Capone, saying he has been indicted more times than the 1920s Chicago mobster. 4:30pm- According to Israel Defense Forces (IDF), a misfired Palestinian Islamic Jihad (PIJ) rocket struck a hospital in Gaza leaving an estimated 500 people dead. Ari Blaff of National Review writes: “The Palestinian Ministry of Health, a government body under the control of Hamas, previously claimed that an Israeli air strike was responsible for the hospital explosion.” You can read more here: https://www.nationalreview.com/news/misfired-palestinian-islamic-jihad-rocket-responsible-for-hospital-explosion-idf-says/ 4:40pm- Judge Carolyn Carluccio of the Montgomery County Court of Common Pleas in Pennsylvania joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss her candidacy for the Pennsylvania Supreme Court. You can learn more about her campaign here:https://www.judgecarluccio.com 5:00pm- While speaking with NBC News, Governor Ron DeSantis (R-FL) accused Nikki Haley of “trying to be politically correct” for suggesting the United States should welcome large numbers of refugees from Gaza. 5:15pm- Rich is joined by 1210 WPHT producers Anthony and Dan who are at Citizen Bank Park ahead of tonight's Game 2 playoff matchup between the Philadelphia Phillies and Arizona Diamondbacks. The series is best of seven. The Phillies currently lead the series 1-0. You can listen to their podcast, The Other Side with Dan and DiRenzo, here: https://www.audacy.com/1210wpht/podcasts/the-otherside-with-dan-and-direnzo-389572 5:30pm- Did Momma Zeoli break Rich's kitchen oven? She calls into the show to try to figure out how to fix it. 5:40pm- According to Luke Broadwater of The New York Times, “Scheduling update: Next vote for speaker will be tomorrow at 11 a.m. as Jordan works to shore up support—and prevent the bleeding of support. ‘We're going to keep working,' Jordan says.” You can read updates as they unfold here: https://www.nytimes.com/live/2023/10/17/us/house-speaker-jim-jordan-vote 5:45pm- Comedian Kevin Downey Jr. joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss his upcoming appearance at Parx Casino Club 360 on Thursday October 19th—doors open at 7pm. You can learn more about the show, co-hosted by Rich, at: https://parxcasino.com/bensalem/calendar?sort=comedy 6:05pm- Liz Wolfe—Associate Editor at Reason & Author of the Reason Roundup morning email newsletter—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss student organizations at Harvard University that have explicitly, and outlandishly, blamed Israel for the Hamas-led attacks on Israeli citizens. Equally problematic are professors on campuses like Columbia University and Cornell University that have openly excused the actions of Hamas terrorists. Why was leadership at these elite universities so reluctant to condemn these actions and statements? You can find Wolfe's work here: https://reason.com/people/liz-wolfe/ 6:30pm- Max Marin of The Philadelphia Inquirer writes: “Police have arrested a suspect in the killing of Officer Richard Mendez and the wounding of Officer Raul Ortiz, who were shot on Thursday while responding to a car theft in a parking garage at Philadelphia International Airport.” During an afternoon press conference on Monday, the Philadelphia Police Department identified the suspect as Yobranny Martínez Fernández—though, they are still actively searching for two other suspects. You can read more about the developing story here: https://www.inquirer.com/news/philadelphia-airport-shooting-arrest-richard-mendez-raul-ortiz-20231016.html 6:40pm- While speaking with reporters, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) said that Sen. Bob Menendez (D-NJ), despite being a member of the Foreign Relations Committee, will not be in attendance for a classified briefing on Israel Wednesday. Last week, Menendez was charged with acting as a foreign agent for Egypt. He had previously been charged with accepting bribes in exchange for influence. 6:50pm- Rich is joined by 1210 WPHT producers Anthony and Dan who are at Citizen Bank Park ahead of tonight's Game 2 playoff matchup between the Philadelphia Phillies and Arizona Diamondbacks. The series is best of seven. The Phillies currently lead the series 1-0. You can listen to their podcast, The Other Side with Dan and DiRenzo, here: https://www.audacy.com/1210wpht/podcasts/the-otherside-with-dan-and-direnzo-389572

The Rich Zeoli Show- Hour 1: On Monday, Judge Tanya S. Chutkan imposed a limited gag order on Donald Trump—in a case that alleges Trump conspired to overturn the 2020 presidential election. Judge Chutkan's gag order prevents the former president from verbally attacking witnesses and prosecutors publicly. Alarmingly, it may also restrict Trump's ability to criticize specific elements of the Biden Administration's Department of Justice. Could this gag order impact Trump's ability to campaign—and is it a violation of his First Amendment right to free speech and petition? Trump is expected to appeal the order. You can read more here: https://www.politico.com/news/2023/10/16/judge-imposes-gag-order-on-donald-trump-in-d-c-trial-00121743 Max Marin of The Philadelphia Inquirer writes: “Police have arrested a suspect in the killing of Officer Richard Mendez and the wounding of Officer Raul Ortiz, who were shot on Thursday while responding to a car theft in a parking garage at Philadelphia International Airport.” During an afternoon press conference on Monday, the Philadelphia Police Department identified the suspect as Yobranny Martínez Fernández—though, they are still actively searching for two other suspects. You can read more about the developing story here: https://www.inquirer.com/news/philadelphia-airport-shooting-arrest-richard-mendez-raul-ortiz-20231016.html Will Judge Tanya S. Chutkan's imposed gag order on Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump impact his ability to campaign effectively? Under the order, Trump will be unable, for example, to criticize Special Counsel for the Department of Justice Jack Smith. From his Truth Social account, Trump stated: “WILL APPEAL THE GAG ORDER RULING. WITCH HUNT! A TERRIBLE THING HAPPENED TO DEMOCRACY TODAY—GAG ORDER!”

The Rich Zeoli Show- Hour 3: Max Marin of The Philadelphia Inquirer writes: “Police have arrested a suspect in the killing of Officer Richard Mendez and the wounding of Officer Raul Ortiz, who were shot on Thursday while responding to a car theft in a parking garage at Philadelphia International Airport.” During an afternoon press conference on Monday, the Philadelphia Police Department identified the suspect as Yobranny Martínez Fernández—though, they are still actively searching for two other suspects. You can read more about the developing story here: https://www.inquirer.com/news/philadelphia-airport-shooting-arrest-richard-mendez-raul-ortiz-20231016.html While speaking at the 2023 International Association of Chiefs of Police Conference, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director Christopher Wray warned that Hamas-style terrorist attacks may be coming to the United States. If this is true, why isn't the Biden Administration prioritizing border security? Griff Jenkins, national correspondent for Fox News, reports that at least two Iranians on the terror watchlist have been arrested at the U.S. Southern border already this month. While speaking with Scott Pelley on 60 Minutes, President Joe Biden conceded that there is an elevated terror threat in the United States following the Hamas attacks in Israel. Biden went on to accuse Hamas of “hiding behind civilians”—which makes it more difficult for Israeli forces to eliminate the threat of future attacks. Rich is joined by 1210 WPHT producers Anthony and Dan who are at Citizen Bank Park ahead of tonight's Game 1 playoff matchup between the Philadelphia Phillies and Arizona Diamondbacks. The series is best of seven. You can listen to their podcast, The Other Side with Dan and DiRenzo, here: https://www.audacy.com/1210wpht/podcasts/the-otherside-with-dan-and-direnzo-389572 NBC News will host the next Republican presidential debate in Miami on Wednesday, November 8th. In order to qualify for the debate, candidates will be required to have contributions from 70,000 unique donors and have at least 4% support in national polling. According to Corrine Murdock, “The Department of Justice (DOJ) put financial institutions on notice for rejecting illegal immigrants' credit applications. The DOJ issued the warning in a joint statement with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB)… The two agencies claimed that the Equal Credit Opportunity Act (ECOA) protections for national origin and race extended to alienage, though they admitted that no such explicit provisions spelled out their interpretation.” You can read the full report here: https://www.dailywire.com/news/doj-warns-financial-institutions-that-they-cant-reject-illegal-immigrants-credit-applications

The Rich Zeoli Show- Hour 4: Rich is joined by 1210 WPHT producers Anthony and Dan who are at Citizen Bank Park ahead of tonight's Game 1 playoff matchup between the Philadelphia Phillies and Arizona Diamondbacks. The series is best of seven. You can listen to their podcast, The Other Side with Dan and DiRenzo, here: https://www.audacy.com/1210wpht/podcasts/the-otherside-with-dan-and-direnzo-389572 Max Marin of The Philadelphia Inquirer writes: “Police have arrested a suspect in the killing of Officer Richard Mendez and the wounding of Officer Raul Ortiz, who were shot on Thursday while responding to a car theft in a parking garage at Philadelphia International Airport.” During an afternoon press conference on Monday, the Philadelphia Police Department identified the suspect as Yobranny Martínez Fernández—though, they are still actively searching for two other suspects. You can read more about the developing story here: https://www.inquirer.com/news/philadelphia-airport-shooting-arrest-richard-mendez-raul-ortiz-20231016.html On Monday, Judge Tanya S. Chutkan imposed a limited gag order on Donald Trump—in a case that alleges Trump conspired to overturn the 2020 presidential election. Judge Chutkan's gag order prevents the former president from verbally attacking witnesses and prosecutors publicly. Alarmingly, it may also restrict Trump's ability to criticize specific elements of the Biden Administration's Department of Justice. Could this gag order impact Trump's ability to campaign—and is it a violation of his First Amendment right to free speech and petition? Trump is expected to appeal the order. You can read more here: https://www.politico.com/news/2023/10/16/judge-imposes-gag-order-on-donald-trump-in-d-c-trial-00121743 Did Rep. Alexandria Ocasio Cortez “break wind” during a recent video interview? Rich, Matt, and Henry debate: What was that strange noise? You can watch the video for yourself: https://dailycaller.com/2023/10/13/aoc-audible-fart-video-message/

The Rich Zeoli Show- Full Show (10/16/2023): 3:05pm- On Monday, Judge Tanya S. Chutkan imposed a limited gag order on Donald Trump—in a case that alleges Trump conspired to overturn the 2020 presidential election. Judge Chutkan's gag order prevents the former president from verbally attacking witnesses and prosecutors publicly. Alarmingly, it may also restrict Trump's ability to criticize specific elements of the Biden Administration's Department of Justice. Could this gag order impact Trump's ability to campaign—and is it a violation of his First Amendment right to free speech and petition? Trump is expected to appeal the order. You can read more here: https://www.politico.com/news/2023/10/16/judge-imposes-gag-order-on-donald-trump-in-d-c-trial-00121743 3:15pm- Max Marin of The Philadelphia Inquirer writes: “Police have arrested a suspect in the killing of Officer Richard Mendez and the wounding of Officer Raul Ortiz, who were shot on Thursday while responding to a car theft in a parking garage at Philadelphia International Airport.” During an afternoon press conference on Monday, the Philadelphia Police Department identified the suspect as Yobranny Martínez Fernández—though, they are still actively searching for two other suspects. You can read more about the developing story here: https://www.inquirer.com/news/philadelphia-airport-shooting-arrest-richard-mendez-raul-ortiz-20231016.html 3:40pm- Will Judge Tanya S. Chutkan's imposed gag order on Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump impact his ability to campaign effectively? Under the order, Trump will be unable, for example, to criticize Special Counsel for the Department of Justice Jack Smith. From his Truth Social account, Trump stated: “WILL APPEAL THE GAG ORDER RULING. WITCH HUNT! A TERRIBLE THING HAPPENED TO DEMOCRACY TODAY—GAG ORDER!” 4:05pm- According to Audrey Fahlberg of National Review, “three avowed ‘no' votes—Representatives Mike Rogers (R-AK), Ken Calvert (R-CA), and Ann Wagner (R-MO)—all [signaled] in public statements that they will reverse course and back [Jim] Jordan's bid.” The House is expected to have a floor vote to decide the next speaker on Tuesday afternoon. 4:15pm- In a closed-door vote held on Friday, House Republicans nominated Rep. Jim Jordan (R-OH) to be the next Speaker of the House—he received 124 votes. The only other candidate running against Jordan, Rep. Austin Scott (R-GA), announced he would withdraw from the race. Will Jordan be able to unify the Republican caucus and win the 217 votes necessary to be named speaker? 4:40pm- Rep. John Rutherford (R-FL) told reporters on Capitol Hill that he will not vote for Rep. Jim Jordan (R-OH) to be the next House speaker. He explained: “I am a ‘no' on allowing Matt Gaetz, and the other seven [Republicans that ousted Kevin McCarthy], to win by putting their individual in as speaker.” Meanwhile, an optimistic Jordan told reporters: “We are going to elect a new speaker tomorrow.” 5:05pm- Max Marin of The Philadelphia Inquirer writes: “Police have arrested a suspect in the killing of Officer Richard Mendez and the wounding of Officer Raul Ortiz, who were shot on Thursday while responding to a car theft in a parking garage at Philadelphia International Airport.” During an afternoon press conference on Monday, the Philadelphia Police Department identified the suspect as Yobranny Martínez Fernández—though, they are still actively searching for two other suspects. You can read more about the developing story here: https://www.inquirer.com/news/philadelphia-airport-shooting-arrest-richard-mendez-raul-ortiz-20231016.html 5:15pm- While speaking at the 2023 International Association of Chiefs of Police Conference, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director Christopher Wray warned that Hamas-style terrorist attacks may be coming to the United States. If this is true, why isn't the Biden Administration prioritizing border security? Griff Jenkins, national correspondent for Fox News, reports that at least two Iranians on the terror watchlist have been arrested at the U.S. Southern border already this month. 5:25pm- While speaking with Scott Pelley on 60 Minutes, President Joe Biden conceded that there is an elevated terror threat in the United States following the Hamas attacks in Israel. Biden went on to accuse Hamas of “hiding behind civilians”—which makes it more difficult for Israeli forces to eliminate the threat of future attacks. 5:35pm- Rich is joined by 1210 WPHT producers Anthony and Dan who are at Citizen Bank Park ahead of tonight's Game 1 playoff matchup between the Philadelphia Phillies and Arizona Diamondbacks. The series is best of seven. You can listen to their podcast, The Other Side with Dan and DiRenzo, here: https://www.audacy.com/1210wpht/podcasts/the-otherside-with-dan-and-direnzo-389572 5:45pm- NBC News will host the next Republican presidential debate in Miami on Wednesday, November 8th. In order to qualify for the debate, candidates will be required to have contributions from 70,000 unique donors and have at least 4% support in national polling. 5:50pm- According to Corrine Murdock, “The Department of Justice (DOJ) put financial institutions on notice for rejecting illegal immigrants' credit applications. The DOJ issued the warning in a joint statement with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB)… The two agencies claimed that the Equal Credit Opportunity Act (ECOA) protections for national origin and race extended to alienage, though they admitted that no such explicit provisions spelled out their interpretation.” You can read the full report here: https://www.dailywire.com/news/doj-warns-financial-institutions-that-they-cant-reject-illegal-immigrants-credit-applications 6:05pm- Rich is joined by 1210 WPHT producers Anthony and Dan who are at Citizen Bank Park ahead of tonight's Game 1 playoff matchup between the Philadelphia Phillies and Arizona Diamondbacks. The series is best of seven. You can listen to their podcast, The Other Side with Dan and DiRenzo, here: https://www.audacy.com/1210wpht/podcasts/the-otherside-with-dan-and-direnzo-389572 6:15pm- Max Marin of The Philadelphia Inquirer writes: “Police have arrested a suspect in the killing of Officer Richard Mendez and the wounding of Officer Raul Ortiz, who were shot on Thursday while responding to a car theft in a parking garage at Philadelphia International Airport.” During an afternoon press conference on Monday, the Philadelphia Police Department identified the suspect as Yobranny Martínez Fernández—though, they are still actively searching for two other suspects. You can read more about the developing story here: https://www.inquirer.com/news/philadelphia-airport-shooting-arrest-richard-mendez-raul-ortiz-20231016.html 6:40pm- On Monday, Judge Tanya S. Chutkan imposed a limited gag order on Donald Trump—in a case that alleges Trump conspired to overturn the 2020 presidential election. Judge Chutkan's gag order prevents the former president from verbally attacking witnesses and prosecutors publicly. Alarmingly, it may also restrict Trump's ability to criticize specific elements of the Biden Administration's Department of Justice. Could this gag order impact Trump's ability to campaign—and is it a violation of his First Amendment right to free speech and petition? Trump is expected to appeal the order. You can read more here: https://www.politico.com/news/2023/10/16/judge-imposes-gag-order-on-donald-trump-in-d-c-trial-00121743 6:50pm- Did Rep. Alexandria Ocasio Cortez “break wind” during a recent video interview? Rich, Matt, and Henry debate: What was that strange noise? You can watch the video for yourself: https://dailycaller.com/2023/10/13/aoc-audible-fart-video-message/

Imagine living in constant fear of rejection just because of who you are. That's a reality for many people in the LGBTQ+ community today. Like others in her friend circle, 15-year-old Sakia Gunn found a place of refuge outside of her neighborhood. That refuge, however, turned out to be a false sense of security as young Sakia would be violently murdered there simply because she was gay. Maybe you've never heard of Sakia Gunn, but her story needs to be told. Follow Jami on Instagram & TikTok @JamiOnAir and join the Serial Streamers true crime TV club! Sponsors: Green Chef: Visit GreenChef.com/60murderish and use code 60murderish for 60% off + free shipping. Fast Growing Trees: Visit FastGrowingTrees.com/MURDERISH for 15% off your entire order thru 10/15/23. Rocket Money: Visit RockeyMoney.com/MURDERISH to cancel unwanted subscriptions and manage your money the easy way. ZocDoc: Visit Zocdoc.com/MURDERISH and download the app for FREE. Then find and book a top- rated doctor today. Lipstick & Lies - Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lipstick-lies/id1704189120?i=1000625570159 Dirty Money Moves: Women in White Collar Crime - Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dirty-money-moves-women-in-white-collar-crime/id1619521092. Want to advertise on this show? We've partnered with Cloud10 Media to handle our advertising requests. If you're interested in advertising on MURDERISH, send an email to Sahiba Krieger mailto:sahiba@cloud10.fm with a copy to mailto:jami@murderish.com. Research & Writing: Alison Schwartz Visit Murderish.com for more info about the show and Creator/Host, Jami, as well as a list of sources for this episode. Ad-Free episodes: Visit https://www.patreon.com/Murderish to join MURDERISH | Behind the Mic and get access to bonus episodes, ad-free episodes, and other cool perks. Henry Robert Harris (missing person): If you have information, please contact the Philadelphia Police Department at (215) 686-3153. Listening to this podcast doesn't make you a murderer, it just means you're murder..ish. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is Garrison Hardie with your CrossPolitic Daily News Brief for Thursday, September 28th, , 2023. Classical Conversations Classical Conversations supports homeschooling parents by cultivating the love of learning through a Christian worldview in fellowship with other families. They provide a classical Christ-centered curriculum, local like-minded communities across the United States and in several countries, and they train parents who are striving to be great classical educators in the home. For more information and to get connected, please visit their website at ClassicalConversations.com. Again that’s ClassicalConversations.com. https://www.newsmax.com/world/globaltalk/brazil-amazon-environment-drought/2023/09/26/id/1135958/ Brazil's Amazon Rainforest Faces a Severe Drought That May Affect around 500,000 People The Amazon rainforest in Brazil is facing a severe drought that may affect around 500,000 people by the end of the year, authorities said Tuesday. Many are already struggling to access essential supplies such as food and water, because the principal means of transportation in the region is waterways, and river levels are historically low. Droughts also impact fishing, a means of subsistence for many riverside communities. Amazonas state declared an environmental emergency two weeks ago in response to the prolonged drought and launched a response plan valued at $20 million. Authorities will also distribute food and water supplies as well as personal hygiene kits, the state’s civil defense agency said in a statement. Gov. Wilson Lima was in Brazil’s capital, Brasilia, on Tuesday to meet with representatives of the federal government. Lima spoke with President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva to discuss the drought. The different levels of government will “coordinate measures in support of the people living in the affected municipalities,” Lima said on X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, on Sunday. Fifteen municipalities were in a state of emergency on Tuesday, while 40 others were on a state of alert, the civil defense authority said. According to the port of Manaus, which monitors water levels, the river stood at 16.7 meters (55 feet) on Tuesday, around six meters (20 feet) below the same day last year. The lowest level of water was recorded on Oct. 24, 2010, when the river dropped to 13.6 meters (about 45 feet). The drought is forecast to last longer and be more intense because of El Niño climate phenomenon, which inhibits the formation of rain clouds, the civil defense authority said. https://www.foxnews.com/politics/house-approves-bill-striking-down-bidens-crackdown-hunting-archery-overwhelmingly-bipartisan-vote House approves bill striking down Biden's crackdown on hunting and archery in overwhelmingly bipartisan vote The House voted late Tuesday evening in favor of legislation striking down the Biden administration's decision to block federal funding for school shooting sports courses. In a 424-1 vote, the House approved the Protecting Hunting Heritage and Education Act with 216 Republicans and 208 Democrats voting in favor, and just one lawmaker, Rep. Veronica Escobar, D-Texas, voting against. Rep. Mark Green, R-Tenn., introduced the bill on Aug. 1, days after a Fox News Digital report in late July revealed the Department of Education was withholding funds for school hunting and archery courses. "Hunters and fishers are the best conservationists," Green told Fox News Digital after the vote Tuesday. "Hunting, whether it be with a firearm or bow, is one of the most effective ways to control wildlife populations, protect our beautiful lands, and connect with nature. My Protecting Hunting Heritage and Education Act is critical for our children." He added in a separate statement that American students should be encouraged to "participate in enriching athletic activities that foster an appreciation for nature and the ability to focus on a goal." According to Green, in his state alone, the Biden administration's funding decision impacts an estimated 50,000 students. Fox News Digital reported in July that the Education Department shared federal guidance to hunting education groups highlighting that hunting and archery programs in schools would be stripped of funding. The guidance explained that the administration interpreted the 2022 Bipartisan Safer Communities Act (BSCA) to mean such programs can no longer receive taxpayer funds. In the guidance, obtained first by Fox News Digital, senior agency official Sarah Martinez wrote that archery, hunter education and wilderness safety courses use weapons that are "technically dangerous weapons" and therefore "may not be funded under" the 1965 Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), which is the primary source of federal aid for elementary and secondary education across the country. According to advocates, many schools that offer such courses have already nixed them from curriculums due to the federal guidance. "The Department of Education and Secretary Cardona are blatantly misconstruing the law to withhold funding from schools that choose to teach beneficial courses like hunter safety and archery," Lawrence Keane, the National Shooting Sports Foundation's senior vice president, told Fox News Digital in July. "Congress must hold Secretary Cardona and the department accountable for violating the letter and spirit of the law to unilaterally deny America’s students access to these valuable programs as part of the Administration’s continued attacks on the Second Amendment," Keane added. Tommy Floyd, the president of the National Archery in the Schools Program, said his organization boasts roughly 1.3 million students from nearly 9,000 schools across 49 states who are enrolled in archery courses. However, the Department of Education has doubled down on its interpretation of the BSCA, saying it would only reverse course if legislation was passed explicitly revising the 2022 law to allow funding for shooting sport programs in schools. The law included an amendment to a subsection in the ESEA listing that prohibited uses for federal school funding. That amendment prohibits ESEA funds from helping provide any person with a dangerous weapon or to provide "training in the use of a dangerous weapon," but, according to the BSCA's sponsors, was included to prevent ESEA funding for school resource officer training. https://www.foxnews.com/us/philadelphia-swarmed-alleged-juvenile-looters-targeting-apple-store-lululemon-footlocker-others Philadelphia swarmed by alleged juvenile looters targeting the Apple Store, Lululemon, Footlocker and others Philadelphia police responded to popular retailers like the Apple Store, Lululemon and Footlocker after they were allegedly being ravaged by swarms of looters taking over the City of Brotherly Love Tuesday evening. At about 8 p.m. Tuesday, police responded to reports of large crowds of juveniles allegedly looting stores in the Center City business corridor of the 9th District. "In a proactive measure, officers from the 9th District stopped a group of males dressed in black attire and wearing masks at the intersection of 17th and Chestnut Streets," a police spokesperson said in a statement to Fox News Digital. As of midnight on Wednesday, police confirmed between 15 and 20 people were arrested during the looting and at least two firearms were recovered. As officers were speaking with these individuals, they began to receive reports of looting at the Foot Locker on Chestnut Street. Responding officers arrived at the Foot Locker and discovered the store had been ransacked in a "coordinated attack," according to the statement. A number of juveniles then fled the scene and at least one adult was arrested. Subsequent incidents of looting were reported in quick succession. Officers responded to a report of looting at the Lululemon on Walnut Street, where multiple individuals were apprehended. A short time later, looting was reported at the Apple Store on Walnut Street. No arrests were made in connection with this incident. Phones and tablets were taken from the store, but several stolen items have since been recovered. Videos posted to X, showed retail stores like Lululemon, the Apple Store and Footlocker ravaged by crowds of looters. FOX 29's Steve Keeley obtained video of a ransacked Apple Store with iPhones and iPads scattered across the display tables. Keeley wrote on X that many of the stolen Apple products were left behind due to the device's comprehensive anti-theft technology. A police officer told local outlet WCAU-TV that more than 100 juveniles took items from the Lululemon store. No injuries were immediately reported, according to The Philadelphia Inquirer. Police also responded to several other reports of property damage and thefts throughout the city. "The Philadelphia Police Department is committed to maintaining public safety and order," police said in the statement Wednesday morning. "We are actively investigating these incidents and working diligently to identify and apprehend those responsible for these unlawful acts. We appreciate the cooperation of our community and urge anyone with information related to these incidents to come forward and assist with the ongoing investigations." The statement continued: "We would like to thank our dedicated officers who swiftly responded to these incidents, as well as our community members who continue to support law enforcement efforts to keep Philadelphia safe." The looting came following a Philadelphia judge dismissed charges against former police officer Mark Dial in the shooting death of 27-year-old Eddie Irizarry. Interim Commissioner John Stanford said in a press conference that the thieves were not part of the peaceful protest against the judge's decision. "This had nothing to do with the protests," Stanford said. "What we had tonight was a bunch of criminal opportunists take advantage of a situation to make an attempt to destroy our city." The news comes as Philadelphia Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw resigned in the beginning of September. Crime data from the Philadelphia Police Department shows there has been a 21% drop in homicides this year to date compared to the same day in 2021, when the city recorded 562 homicides throughout the year. But prior to Outlaw leading the department, the data shows Philadelphia annually recorded between 246 to 391 homicides each year between 2007 and 2019. In 2020, when she took over, there were 499 homicides, followed by 562 in 2021 and 516 in 2022. Meanwhile in California…. In August, a Nordstrom store was ransacked by a "flash mob" of more than 30 people in a large smash-and-grab. The thieves made out with nearly $100,000 worth of designer handbags and clothes. Similarly to Philadelphia, video captured shows a group of 30 to 50 people wearing sweatshirts with hoods over their heads. The suspects are seen inside the department store as they rush to the front entrance with bags in hand, scooping up whatever merchandise they can while tripping on racks to which some items were still attached. Police estimate the stolen merchandise to be worth between $60,000 and $100,000. https://www.dailyfetched.com/wuhan-institute-of-virology-warns-the-world-prepare-for-another-covid-19-pandemic/ Wuhan Institute of Virology Warns the World: Prepare for Another COVID-19 Pandemic As many as 20 coronavirus species are likely to cause a new outbreak, according to a study from the Wuhan Institute of Virology (WIV), a stark warning to prepare for another COVID-19 pandemic. In a study in Emerging Microbes & Infections in July, the WIV has been making headlines, as many social media users have begun coming to their own conclusions online. The Wuhan scientists documented their study of 40 coronavirus species, identifying 20 as “high risk … including 6 of which jumped to human, 3 with evidence of spillover but not to human and 11 without evidence of spillover yet.” “It is almost certain that there will be future disease emergence, and it is highly likely a CoV [coronavirus] disease again,” the study said. “Thus, the early preparation for the animal CoVs with risk of spillover is important for future disease preparedness, regarding the likely animal origin of SARS, MERS, and COVID-19.” SARS (Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome) is a disease that caused a deadly outbreak in China over 20 years ago. MERS (Middle East Respiratory Syndrome) is a coronavirus disease first identified in Saudi Arabia in 2012. The study’s auhtors included Shi Zhengli, a Chinese coronavirus expert known as “batwoman” for her academic studies on the coronavirus. She became a figure of international focus during the coronavirus pandemic. Shi stopped public appearances in early 2020 but reemerged to defend the Chinese government from claims that the coronavirus came from a lab in Wuhan.

The enigmatic case of Ellen Greenberg's death has cast a dark shadow over a decade, leaving her family and the broader public grappling with an enduring question: Who ended Ellen's life, and who is striving to keep the truth under wraps? This tragic tale, riddled with inconsistencies and unanswered queries, stirs profound empathy and a relentless call for justice.   Ellen Greenberg, a vibrant, loved, 27-year-old Philadelphia schoolteacher, was found dead in her apartment on a cold January evening in 2011. The gruesome scene, showcasing a shocking 20 stab wounds, initially led investigators to classify her death as a homicide. However, in a bewildering turn of events, the ruling abruptly changed to suicide a month later, sparking outrage and confusion.    Since then, Ellen's parents, Joshua and Sandra Greenberg, have been on a relentless quest for answers. This journey to unmask the truth behind their daughter's untimely demise isn't just about their personal closure—it's also a fight against an opaque system that seems to be sheltering reality.    But why would anyone want to suppress the truth about Ellen's death? Some speculate it could be an attempt to evade public scrutiny, while others suggest an underlying conspiracy to protect the reputation of certain individuals or institutions. Regardless of the motives, this perceived obfuscation has only fueled public demand for transparency and accountability in Ellen's case.    As time ticks on, the Greenbergs remain resolute, undeterred by the legal and bureaucratic roadblocks they've encountered. Backed by renowned forensic experts, they've disputed the suicide ruling, citing the implausibility of Ellen inflicting so many, including ten fatal, wounds upon herself. An important point of contention is the mysterious knife wound in Ellen's neck, allegedly inflicted post-mortem—a claim that, if true, strongly counters the suicide theory.    A key figure in this mystery is Ellen's fiancé, who was the only other person in the apartment that evening. While no direct evidence implicates him, some question his behavior and statements following Ellen's death. However, law enforcement has not considered him a suspect in the case.    The actions—or perceived inaction—of the Philadelphia Medical Examiner's Office and the Philadelphia Police Department have also raised eyebrows. The quick shift in their stance from homicide to suicide, coupled with an alleged reluctance to re-open the case despite new evidence, has fueled suspicion of a cover-up.    Media and public scrutiny have further amplified calls for a transparent, unbiased re-investigation into Ellen's case. Social media campaigns, petitions, and news coverage have echoed the Greenberg's plea for justice, highlighting the public's demand for the truth.    Amidst the cloud of uncertainty surrounding Ellen's tragic end, one thing remains crystal clear: the relentless determination of a grieving family who deserve to know what truly happened to their beloved daughter. Ellen's story compels us to confront uncomfortable truths about our justice system while highlighting the power of collective resilience and determination.    As the quest for truth continues, Ellen Greenberg's case is a stark reminder of the fight for justice many families face when their loved ones' stories are left untold or misrepresented. It's a call to action for transparency, truth, and justice for Ellen and others who may find themselves entangled in a similarly frustrating battle with a system meant to protect them. Want to listen to ALL our Podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for 3 days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on: Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

In 2010, Milique Wagner was arrested for a murder he says he had nothing to do with. The night of the shooting, Wagner was picked up for questioning and spent three days in the Philadelphia Police Department's homicide unit, mostly being questioned by a detective named Philip Nordo.  Nordo was a rising star in the department, known for putting in long hours and closing cases – he had a hand in convicting more than 100 people. But that day in the homicide unit, Wagner says Nordo asked him some unnerving questions: Would he ever consider doing porn? Guy-on-guy porn? Wagner would go on to be convicted of the murder in a case largely built by Nordo — and Wagner's experience has led him to believe Nordo fabricated evidence and coerced false statements to frame him. For years, Philadelphia Inquirer reporters Chris Palmer and Samantha Melamed have dug into Nordo's career, looking into allegations of his misconduct. In this episode, they follow the rumors to defense attorney Andrew Pappas, who subpoenas the prison call log between Nordo and one of his informants. It's there he finds evidence that something is not right about the way Nordo is conducting his police work.  It's Pappas' findings that prompted the Philadelphia district attorney's office to launch an investigation into Nordo. The patterns that prosecutors found by reviewing Nordo's calls and emails with incarcerated men, examining his personnel file, and interviewing men who interacted with him showed shocking coercion and abuse. Almost 20 years after the first complaint was filed against Nordo, the disgraced detective's actions became public. He was charged and his case went to trial. Palmer and Melamed analyze the fallout from the scandal, and seek answers from the Philadelphia Police Department on how they addressed Nordo's misconduct and how he got away with it for so long.   This is an update of an episode that originally aired in December 2022.

In 2010, Milique Wagner was arrested for a murder he says he had nothing to do with. The night of the shooting, Wagner was picked up for questioning and spent three days in the Philadelphia Police Department's homicide unit, mostly being questioned by a detective named Philip Nordo.  Nordo was a rising star in the department, known for putting in long hours and closing cases – he had a hand in convicting more than 100 people. But that day in the homicide unit, Wagner says Nordo asked him some unnerving questions: Would he ever consider doing porn? Guy-on-guy porn?  Wagner would go on to be convicted of the murder in a case largely built by Nordo — and Wagner's experience has led him to believe Nordo fabricated evidence and coerced false statements to frame him. For years, Philadelphia Inquirer reporters Chris Palmer and Samantha Melamed have dug into Nordo's career, looking into allegations of his misconduct. In this episode, they follow the rumors to defense attorney Andrew Pappas, who subpoenas the prison call log between Nordo and one of his informants. It's there he finds evidence that something is not right about the way Nordo is conducting his police work.  It's Pappas' findings that prompted the Philadelphia district attorney's office to launch an investigation into Nordo. The patterns that prosecutors found by reviewing Nordo's calls and emails with incarcerated men, examining his personnel file, and interviewing men who interacted with him showed shocking coercion and abuse. Almost 20 years after the first complaint was filed against Nordo, the disgraced detective's actions became public. He was charged and his case went to trial. Palmer and Melamed analyze the fallout from the scandal, and seek answers from the Philadelphia Police Department on how they addressed Nordo's misconduct and how he got away with it for so long.   Support Reveal's journalism at Revealnews.org/donatenow Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to get the scoop on new episodes at Revealnews.org/weekly Connect with us onTwitter,Facebook andInstagram