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We're joined by the hilarious Aaron Putnam and Priya Blunts to break down some of the wildest stories—including a dive into addiction, stealing pills from family, ex-con dates, and the time Priya got hopelessly lost on Bourbon Street without a phone! Plus, we discuss Dominican racism, male comics asking for "favors," and the weird nostalgia of drug tastes.ON THE GATE! ENJOY!Original air date: 12.1.25Join the live chat Wednesday nights at 11pm EST. Uncensored versions of the show streamed Monday and Thursday at 2pm EST on GaSDigital.com. Signup with code OTG for the archive of the show and others like Legion of Skanks, In Godfrey We Trust, and Story Warz. FOLLOWGeo PerezInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/geoperez86/Derek DrescherInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/derekdrescher/On The Gate! A podcast hosted by two jailbird/recovering drug addicts and active comedians Geo Perez and Derek Drescher, who talk each week about their times in jail, what they learned, what you should know, and how they are improving their life or slipping into recidivism each day!00:35 Geo going crazy at Skankfest02:30 Introducing Aaron Putnam and Priya Blunts02:45 Skankfest Naked Roasts05:30 Exhibitionism 08:00 male comics asking female comics for favors10:40 Priyas ex-con date12:15 getting moved to different prisons14:00 russians15:20 Dominican racsim16:45 Derek and Geo's 2 Hand Show18:00 bachelorette parties19:20 Dereks RAP battle 23:10 Aaron's addiction problem24:05 calling BS on people's drug stories25:30 avoiding dope sickness stories26:30 food and drugs27:50 people who don't like drugs28:45 stealing pills from family members30:00 fake pills31:05 union guys32:05 Geo's mosh pit experience 33:15 coke vs pills35:05 nostalgic for drug tastes35:50 realizing you are an addict37:30 lower east side junkies38:38 Skankfest is a loving environment41:00 Priyas lost on Bourbon Street, no phone42:45 Geo and Myles Toe wandering into dangerous NOLA44:30 strip clubs46:10 Mullen and Rochefort episode47:05 Dave Temple48:00 Chicago49:25 plugs50:15 holiday season51:50 Akaash56:50 Prostates and wienersSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Comedians and friends Chris Faga & Priya Blunts join Zac Amico this week for one perfectly campy concoction of cinema! A crazed killer cult threatens the great city of Los Angeles, as one private eye turns from witness to victim to hero in this titillating tale of topless terror. It's none other than Hollywood Chainsaw Hookers!Original Air Date: 11/28/25Subscribe to Zac's BRAND NEW show, Zac Amico's Morning Zoo!https://www.youtube.com/@ZacsMorningZooFor the FULL watch-along experience, visit GaSDigital.com and use promo code ZAC at signup and SAVE $1.50 on your monthly subscription, plus access to all of our video episodes, completely Ad-Free & UNCENSORED!Support Our Sponsors!Fans over the age of 21, visit YoKratom.com for all your Kratom needs. No promo code necessary, just head over to YoKratom.com, home of the $60 kilo!Follow The Show!Chris Faga:SPECIAL: http://youtube.com/watch?v=TxIHJU2LotUhttp://youtube.com/@HighSocietyRadioPodcasthttp://instagram.com/chrisfrombklynPriya Blunts:http://instagram.com/priyabluntshttp://priyablunts.comZac Amico:http://punchup.live/zacamicohttp://youtube.com/@midnightspookshowhttp://instagram.com/zacisnotfunnyhttp://twitter.com/zaspookshowGaS Digital:http://youtube.com/@gasdigitalnetworkhttp://instagram.com/gasdigitalhttp://twitter.com/gasdigitalSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Content Warning: This episode discusses eating disorders, starvation, and medical neglect. Listener discretion is advised. This week on Pathology with Dr. Priya, a Zone 7 series, Sheryl McCollum and Dr. Priya Banerjee look at some of the most painful and complex ways a body can fail, from starvation and radiation exposure to delayed deaths that can take years to claim a life. Dr. Priya Breaks down the science of how the body deteriorates during starvation, explains why children in famine zones appear bloated, and discusses both abuse and eating disorder cases that show the psychological and biological devastation of prolonged deprivation. They also explore radiation-linked illnesses, the hidden risks of environmental exposure, and what happens when a wound or poisoning leads to death years later. Through every case, Dr. Priya explains the forensic details behind a “slow death” and why, for the body, nothing about it is slow. Highlights • (0:00) Sheryl welcome listeners and introduces the topic: slow deaths • (3:00) Why Thanksgiving reminds Sheryl of slow deaths and what starvation really is • (4:00) Dr. Priya explains how starvation breaks the body down from within, and how it can stem from both illness and abuse • (12:45) Dr. Priya describes why starving children often appear bloated and the biology behind kwashiorkor• (16:15) Radiation exposure: how time, dose, and distance determine long-term damage • (20:45) Delayed deaths, paralysis, and the challenge of proving causation • (26:15) "Death by a thousand cuts": how blood loss from minor wounds can still be lethal, and how even old wounds can become deadly decades later • (29:00) Closing thoughts: Sheryl and Dr. Priya reflect on the cruelty of slow deaths About the Hosts Dr. Priya Banerjee is a board-certified forensic pathologist with extensive experience in death investigation, clinical forensics, and courtroom testimony. A graduate of Johns Hopkins, she served for over a decade as Rhode Island’s state medical examiner and now runs a private forensic pathology practice. Her work includes military deaths, and high-profile investigations. Dr. Priya has also been featured as a forensic expert on platforms such as CrimeOnline and Crime Stories with Nancy Grace. She is a dedicated educator, animal lover, and proud mom. Website: anchorforensicpathology.com Twitter/X: @Autopsy_MD Sheryl “Mac” McCollum is an active crime scene investigator for a Metro Atlanta Police Department and the director of the Cold Case Investigative Research Institute, which partners with colleges and universities nationwide. With more than 4 decades of experience, she has worked on thousands of cold cases using her investigative system, The Last 24/361, which integrates evidence, media, and advanced forensic testing. Her work on high-profile cases, including The Boston Strangler, Natalie Holloway, Tupac Shakur and the Moore’s Ford Bridge lynching, led to her Emmy Award for CSI: Atlanta and induction into the National Law Enforcement Hall of Fame in 2023. Email: coldcase2004@gmail.com Twitter/X: @ColdCaseTips Facebook: @sheryl.mccollum Instagram: @officialzone7podcast Preorder Sheryl’s upcoming book, Swans Don’t Swim in a Sewer: Lessons in Life, Justice, and Joy from a Forensic Scientist, releasing May 2026 from Simon and Schuster. https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Swans-Dont-Swim-in-a-Sewer/Sheryl-Mac-McCollum/9798895652824 If this episode gave you a new understanding of the science behind slow deaths, share it with a friend and leave a review. Your support helps others discover the science, the stories, and the heart behind Pathology with Dr. Priya | A Zone 7 Series.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Fluent Fiction - Hindi: A Sweet Gesture: How Aarav Found the Perfect Gift Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hi/episode/2025-11-30-08-38-20-hi Story Transcript:Hi: दफ्तर की खिड़की से रोशनी झांक रही थी।En: Light was peeking through the office window.Hi: चारों तरफ दीपावली की खुशबू अभी भी बाकी थी।En: The fragrance of Diwali still lingered in the air.Hi: लेकिन अब बारी थी क्रिसमस की सजावट की।En: But now it was time for Christmas decorations.Hi: दफ्तर में हर कोना रंग-बिरंगी लाइटों से सजा था।En: Every corner of the office was adorned with colorful lights.Hi: ब्रेक रूम में साथी कर्मचारी आनेवाले ऑफिस होलीडे पार्टी की बातें कर रहे थे।En: In the break room, fellow employees were discussing the upcoming office holiday party.Hi: आरव बोला, "यह रोमांचक है।En: Aarav said, "It's exciting.Hi: लेकिन मुझे मेरे सीक्रेट सांता के लिए सही उपहार नहीं मिला।En: But I haven't found the right gift for my Secret Santa."Hi: " आरव, जो एक अंतर्मुखी विश्लेषक था, अक्सर अंतिम समय के निर्णयों को लेकर चिंतित रहता था।En: Aarav, who was an introverted analyst, often worried about last-minute decisions.Hi: उसकी सहयोगी प्रिय, हर समस्या का हल आसानी से निकाल लेती थी।En: His colleague, Priya, had a knack for finding solutions to every problem easily.Hi: वह बहुत ही रचनात्मक और व्यवस्थित थी।En: She was very creative and organized.Hi: आरव जानता था कि उसे प्रिय के लिए सही उपहार खोजना है।En: Aarav knew he had to find the perfect gift for Priya.Hi: लेकिन वह नहीं समझ पा रहा था कि प्रिय को क्या पसंद होगा।En: But he couldn't figure out what Priya would like.Hi: दोनों के रूचियाँ काफी अलग थीं।En: Their interests were quite different.Hi: समय भी निकल रहा था।En: Time was also running out.Hi: आरव ने निर्णय लिया कि वह ब्रेक के दौरान प्रिय की रुचियों को देखने की कोशिश करेगा।En: Aarav decided he would try to observe Priya's interests during the break.Hi: एक दिन, जब प्रिय अपने कुछ सहकर्मियों के साथ ब्रेक रूम में बात कर रही थी, आरव पास से गुजर रहा था।En: One day, when Priya was chatting in the break room with some colleagues, Aarav passed by.Hi: उसने प्रिय को कहते सुना, "मुझे नानी के हाथों की बनाई मिठाइयाँ बहुत याद आती हैं।En: He heard Priya say, "I really miss the sweets made by my grandmother.Hi: वह बहुत स्वादिष्ट होती थीं।En: They were so delicious."Hi: " आरव के मन में तुरंत एक ख्याल आया।En: An idea struck Aarav's mind immediately.Hi: उसने तय किया कि वह प्रिय के लिए कुछ ऐसी मिठाइयाँ लेगा, जो उसकी नानी के हाथों की मिठाइयों की तरह हों।En: He decided he would get Priya some sweets reminiscent of her grandmother's.Hi: अगले ही दिन, आरव ने शहर की मिठाई की दुकानें खंगालनी शुरू कीं।En: The very next day, Aarav began scouting the sweet shops in the city.Hi: कुछ घंटे की खोज के बाद, उसे एक दुकान मिली, जहाँ पर पारंपरिक मिठाइयाँ मिलती थीं।En: After a few hours of searching, he found a shop that sold traditional sweets.Hi: उसने मिठाइयों का एक सुंदर डिब्बा तैयार करवाया।En: He had a beautiful box of sweets prepared.Hi: जब समय आया सीक्रेट सांता उपहार देने का, आरव ने प्रिय को वह डिब्बा दिया।En: When the time came to exchange Secret Santa gifts, Aarav gave Priya the box.Hi: प्रिय ने बड़े जतन से डिब्बा खोला।En: Priya opened it carefully.Hi: उसके चेहरे पर खुशी की लहर दौड़ गई।En: Her face lit up with joy.Hi: "अरे, ये तो वही मिठाइयाँ हैं!En: "Oh, these are the same sweets!Hi: ये मेरी नानी की मिठाइयों की याद दिलाती हैं," प्रिय ने भावुक होकर कहा।En: They remind me of my grandmother's sweets," Priya said emotionally.Hi: आरव मुस्कुराया, उसे लगा कि वह किसी को समझने और संबंध बनाने में सक्षम है।En: Aarav smiled, feeling that he was able to understand someone and form a connection.Hi: उसने महसूस किया कि कभी-कभी व्यक्तिगत इशारे रिश्ते मजबूत करते हैं।En: He realized that sometimes personal gestures strengthen relationships.Hi: उस दिन, सर्द हवा के बीच आरव ने यह सीख लिया कि ध्यान और समझ से भरा एक छोटा सा उपहार भी किसी के दिल को छू सकता है।En: That day, amidst the cold air, Aarav learned that a small gift filled with attention and understanding can touch someone's heart. Vocabulary Words:peeking: झांक रहीlingered: बाकी थीadorned: सजा थाfragrance: खुशबूintroverted: अंतर्मुखीknack: हुनरscouting: खंगालनीreminiscent: याद दिलातीtraditional: पारंपरिकexchange: विनिमयcarefully: जतन सेgestures: इशारेstrengthen: मजबूतconnection: संबंधchatting: बात कर रहीupcoming: आनेवालेemotionally: भावुकobserve: देखनेmiss: याद आतीlit up: खुशी की लहर दौड़ गईpersonal: व्यक्तिगतattention: ध्यानorganized: व्यवस्थितunique: अद्वितीयdelicious: स्वादिष्टanalyst: विश्लेषकsweets: मिठाइयाँcolleague: सहकर्मीdecisions: निर्णयोंunderstanding: समझने

Just when you think it’s safe to step back into the courtroom, another week proves otherwise. On this episode of Crime Roundup, Sheryl McCollum and Joshua Schiffer dig into the newly released Karen Read transcripts that reveal what really happened behind the bench, the face-tattooed suspect raising eyebrows in the Celeste Rivas investigation, and a cruise ship death now under federal review. Together, they take on the week’s most unsettling cases the only way they know how: with sharp insight, hard facts, and a measured dose of humor. Highlights: • (0:00) Welcome to Crime Roundup with Sheryl McCollum and Joshua Schiffer • (1:15) Karen Read updates: prosecution releases sidebar transcripts and what they reveal • (4:45) The reality of “bench conferences” and how they shape public perception of justice • (6:00) When prosecutors overcharge: discretion, burden of proof, and why it matters • (9:15) “Creep Factor” cases and the week’s most unsettling stories, featuring an update in the Celeste Rivas investigation • (17:15) Cultural assumptions and the hidden bias in courtroom decision-making • (21:30) Death penalty leverage, coerced confessions, and systemic pressure • (22:45) Cruise ship tragedy: an 18-year-old cheerleader found dead under a bed, and what investigators know so far • (27:45) Ripple effects: trauma across families, classmates, and communities • (28:15) Finding gratitude in chaos: Joshua’s ATV story and the beauty in everyday moments About the Hosts Joshua Schiffer is a veteran trial attorney and one of the Southeast’s most respected legal voices. He is a founding partner at ChancoSchiffer P.C., where he has litigated high-stakes criminal, civil rights, and personal injury cases for over two decades. Known for his bold courtroom presence and ability to clearly explain complex legal issues, Schiffer is a frequent media contributor and a fearless advocate for accountability. Sheryl “Mac” McCollum is an active crime scene investigator for a Metro Atlanta Police Department and the director of the Cold Case Investigative Research Institute, which partners with colleges and universities nationwide. With more than 4 decades of experience, she has worked on thousands of cold cases using her investigative system, The Last 24/361, which integrates evidence, media, and advanced forensic testing. Her work on high-profile cases, including The Boston Strangler, Natalie Holloway, Tupac Shakur and the Moore’s Ford Bridge lynching, earned her an Emmy Award for CSI: Atlanta and induction into the National Law Enforcement Hall of Fame in 2023. Preorder Sheryl’s upcoming book, Swans Don’t Swim in a Sewer: Lessons in Life, Justice, and Joy from a Forensic Scientist, releasing May 2026 from Simon and Schuster. https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Swans-Dont-Swim-in-a-Sewer/Sheryl-MacMcCollum/9798895652824 Want more from Sheryl? Catch her every week on the Zone 7 podcast, where she hosts the main series on Wednesdays,Pathology with Dr. Priya on Mondays, and Crime Roundup each Friday alongside Joshua Schiffer. Subscribe using your favorite podcast platform and leave a review to support the show. Have a case or topic you’d like Sheryl and Joshua to cover? Email coldcase2004@gmail.com Follow the Hosts: • Sheryl on X: @ColdCaseTips • Facebook: @sheryl.mccollum • Joshua on X and Instagram: @lawyerschiffSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam Sanders and acclaimed author Priya Parker talk all about her book, The Art of Gathering: How We Meet and Why it Matters. Plus, Priya answers some questions from listeners. ------------------------------------------------------www.priyaparker.com/vibecheck------------------------------------------------------ You can find everything Vibe Check related at our official website, www.vibecheckpod.comWe want to hear from you! Email us at vibecheck@stitcher.com, and keep in touch with us on Instagram @vibecheck_pod.Get your Vibe Check merch at www.podswag.com/vibecheck.Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Vibe Check ad-free.Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Fluent Fiction - Hindi: Anjali's Diwali Miracle: Transforming Dreams into Reality Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hi/episode/2025-11-25-23-34-02-hi Story Transcript:Hi: दिवाली की शाम थी।En: It was the evening of Diwali.Hi: अनजान पहाड़ी के किनारे पर खड़ा वह पुराना सूती मिल अब एक नई पहचान की ओर बढ़ रहा था।En: That old cotton mill standing at the edge of an unknown hill was now moving towards a new identity.Hi: अनजानी आवाजों और मंडराते धूम धाम के बीच, अंजलि ने संकल्प लिया था कि इस बार स्कूल का सांस्कृतिक महोत्सव कुछ खास होगा।En: Amidst unfamiliar voices and the hovering hustle and bustle, Anjali had resolved that this time the school's cultural festival would be something special.Hi: उसकी आँखों में चमक थी; अपने माता-पिता को गर्व महसूस करवाने की चाहत।En: There was a sparkle in her eyes; a desire to make her parents proud.Hi: लेकिन यह काम इतना आसान नहीं था।En: But this task was not so easy.Hi: पुराना मिल काफी जर्जर अवस्था में था।En: The old mill was in a very dilapidated condition.Hi: दीवारें मिट्टी और धूल से ढकी हुई थीं, छत से अधूरी झिलमिलाती रोशनी झांक रही थी।En: The walls were covered with dirt and dust, with incomplete twinkling light peeking through the roof.Hi: स्कूल प्रशासन की तरफ से सुरक्षा संबंधी चिंता भी थी।En: There were also safety concerns from the school administration.Hi: स्थिति चुनौतीपूर्ण थी, लेकिन अंजलि हार मानने वालों में से नहीं थी।En: The situation was challenging, but Anjali was not one to give up.Hi: अंजलि के दोस्तों, रोहन और प्रिया ने उसकी मदद करने का निर्णय लिया।En: Anjali's friends, Rohan and Priya, decided to help her.Hi: तीनों ने मिलकर तय किया कि सीमित संसाधनों के बावजूद, वह इस जगह को दिवाली के आकर्षण से सजा देंगे।En: The three of them agreed that despite limited resources, they would decorate this place with the allure of Diwali.Hi: उन्होंने गाँव से लाए रंग-बिरंगे कागज से दीवारें सजाईं, और पुराने रस्सियों को रंग कर दीवारों पर टांग दिया।En: They adorned the walls with colorful papers brought from the village and hung old ropes painted with colors on the walls.Hi: चमकदार दिवाली के दिए और लड़ियाँ कोनों में प्रेम भरे आलोक फैला रही थीं।En: The bright Diwali lamps and strings spread a loving glow in the corners.Hi: त्योहार के शुरू होने ही वाला था कि अचानक आसमान काले बादलों से घिर गया।En: Just as the festival was about to start, the sky suddenly filled with dark clouds.Hi: बारिश की तेज बूंदें छत से टपकने लगीं।En: Heavy raindrops began dripping from the roof.Hi: सब कुछ बेकार होता दिख रहा था।En: Everything seemed to be in vain.Hi: पर अंजलि का आत्मविश्वास डगमगाया नहीं।En: But Anjali's confidence did not waver.Hi: उसने तेजी से सोचा और निर्णय लिया कि कार्यक्रम को गोदाम के सुरक्षित हिस्से में शिफ्ट कर दिया जाए, जहाँ पानी का खतरा कम था।En: She quickly thought and decided to shift the program to a safer part of the warehouse, where the risk of water was less.Hi: उन्होंने बचे हुए सजावट से वहाँ एक नयी सजीवता लाई।En: They brought new life there with the remaining decorations.Hi: महोत्सव ने नया रंग पकड़ा।En: The festival took on a new hue.Hi: हल्की रोशनी और दीवाली के गीतों ने वातावरण को और भी खास बना दिया।En: The soft lighting and the songs of Diwali made the atmosphere even more special.Hi: वहाँ मौजूद लोगों ने आत्मीयता और संगीतमयता के साथ दिवाली मनाई।En: The people present celebrated Diwali with warmth and musicality.Hi: कार्यक्रम सफल रहा, और अंजलि ने सीखा कि कठिनाई में योजना के साथ-साथ टीम वर्क और तत्काल निर्णय क्षमता कितनी महत्वपूर्ण होती है।En: The program was successful, and Anjali learned how important planning, teamwork, and immediate decision-making are in adversity.Hi: अंजलि ने न केवल अपने नेतृत्व की क्षमता सिद्ध की, बल्कि यह जान लिया कि सपनों की ऊँचाई को छूने के लिए खुले विचार और लचीलापन भी जरूरी होते हैं।En: Not only did Anjali prove her leadership skills, but she also realized that open-mindedness and flexibility are necessary to reach the heights of dreams.Hi: उन दियों की रोशनी में, अंजलि का आत्मविश्वास भी जगमगाने लगा था।En: In the glow of those lamps, Anjali's confidence also began to shine brightly.Hi: अब वह जानती थी कि वह कठिन परिस्थितियों में भी खड़ी रह सकती है, अपने साथियों की मदद से।En: Now she knew she could stand firm in tough situations, with the help of her companions. Vocabulary Words:identity: पहचानunfamiliar: अनजानीhustle: धूम धामresolve: संकल्पproud: गर्वdilapidated: जर्जरtwinkling: झिलमिलातीconcern: चिंताchallenging: चुनौतीपूर्णadorned: सजाईंallure: आकर्षणdripping: टपकनेwaver: डगमगानाimmediate: तत्कालadversity: कठिनाईleadership: नेतृत्वflexibility: लचीलापनheights: ऊँचाईlimited: सीमितdecorate: सजानाlight: रोशनीshift: शिफ्टprogram: कार्यक्रमrisk: खतराnew life: नयी सजीवताsongs: गीतspecial: खासwarmth: आत्मीयताmusicality: संगीतमयताconfident: आत्मविश्वास

On this episode of the Real Rendezvous podcast, hosts Caroline Donahue and Priya Rawal talk to Randall Siddeley, a renowned landscape designer. Randle shares his childhood experiences, including living with dyslexia and the lack of understanding he faced at school, as well as his love for nature which was evident from a young age. He describes his career journey from working with his famous interior designer father to establishing his own successful landscape design business. Randle highlights key moments, including his inspiration from designers like Repton, his methodology in garden design, and his philosophy of never compromising on quality. He also discusses his personal life, the importance of passion and resilience, and his pride in his family. The podcast delves into his favorite projects, the challenges he faced, and his future aspirations. Additionally, Randle touches on his title as Lord Kenilworth and its historical significance.Supported by Como London and Selway JoyceFollow Caroline @caroline.donaghue, Priya @priya.rawal.london and the podcast page @therealrendezvous on Instagram and LinkedIn.#TheRealRendezvous #PropertyPodcast #LuxuryRealEstate #GardenDesign Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Go to www.LearningLeader.com for full show notes Join tens of thousands of leaders pursuing excellence: https://ryanhawk.kit.com/profile This is brought to you by Insight Global. If you need to hire one person, hire a team of people, or transform your business through Talent or Technical Services, Insight Global's team of 30,000 people around the world has the hustle and grit to deliver. My guest: Priya Parker is a master facilitator, conflict resolution expert, and author of the bestselling book The Art of Gathering: How We Meet and Why It Matters. Priya has spent decades facilitating difficult conversations in boardrooms, communities, and conflict zones. In this conversation, she reveals the mechanics of meaningful gathering and why most of us are doing it wrong. Key Learnings A facilitator is interested in the life of a group. I think of facilitation as working with people who are interested in the infrastructure of three or more people who need to come together and are ideally changed for the better by what transpires between them. A facilitator thinks deeply about how to set up the conditions to increase the likelihood that transformation happens. Great facilitators are obsessed with language. There's listening to make someone feel heard, but the difference between green facilitators and seasoned ones is an obsession and ability to hear, recall, and play with language. You have to understand what people are actually saying and be able to reflect it back in ways that unlock new meaning. Understanding power is essential to facilitation. You need to know how decisions are being made, who is talking more than others, when to allow for that, and what your own relationship is to holding the group. When do you shut up? When do you pull people out? When do you push back? All of this is fundamentally about understanding power dynamics. I'm a third-generation ostrich. On both sides of my family, when conflict arises, we stick our heads in the sand. Nothing to see here, folks. But I've cultivated the ability to hold heat. Even now, when facilitating a reckoning and the heat rises, my palms still get sweaty, I can feel my heart racing, blood rushing to my cheeks. But I've learned how to stay present with that discomfort. Counterintuitively, having deep empathy for people who want to flee makes me more effective. "90% of the success of what happens in the room, and as a facilitator, happens before anybody arrives." This is what my mentor Randa Slim taught me, and it's absolutely true. The construction of the house happens before anyone gets there. Dr. Hal Saunders changed everything for me. He was an American diplomat who served five presidential administrations and was part of the Camp David Accords. After leaving government, he realized that while governments can create peace treaties, people's perceptions of each other on the ground haven't necessarily changed. He trained me as a teenager in sustained dialogue, and I learned facilitation the way it should be learned—through apprenticeship. Even in his seventies and eighties, he always believed he had something to learn. The first questions people ask you signify what they value. When I arrived at the University of Virginia, people kept asking, "What are you?" I learned quickly that they meant racially. My mother, an anthropologist, had taught me that the first questions a community asks reveal what matters most to them. Race was clearly very important there. I made myself a conflict resolution facilitator. Growing up between two vastly different households—toggling every two weeks between a vegetarian, Buddhist home where the word "God" was never mentioned and an evangelical Christian home where we never ate before saying Grace. I became deeply interested in when and why and how people come together, what they think of as normal, how they create and change cultures, and how they come apart. Your highest real estate is when people are together in the same place at the same time. Wasting time in the room figuring out what to say or do is actually wasting everyone's time. A huge part of preparing for any gathering is figuring out what the right conversation is for this group to have, and how to equip them to have it well. Think of military pre-mission briefs. They're really good at setting mission objectives. This is the goal, this is what we're striving for. Then they debrief afterward to learn and do better next time. That same discipline applies to any gathering, whether it's a leadership retreat or hosting dinner at your house. Every gathering is a social contract. You're creating a temporary constitution. At a dinner party, there's an implicit rule: bring a bottle of wine. People find out they've broken the constitution when someone says, "Wow, they didn't even bring a housewarming gift." We have all these implicit norms, and in diverse groups... Which is every group, not just racially, but people with different assumptions about how things work—you need to make the contract explicit. Elizabeth Stewart ran a startup networking organization and wanted it to be a true community, not just a shark tank for pitches. She created a pop-up rule: you can't talk about what you're selling. No pitches. Super counterintuitive for a networking night, but it created exactly what she wanted... Trust and long-lasting relationships rather than transactional encounters. The rule signified what she was trying to create. Using your power as a host means protecting your guests. You're temporarily equalizing people so they can coordinate group life. Gathering is fundamentally a coordination problem: helping people understand what the rules are, protecting them, and connecting them. There are moments when you should surprise people. If a team is stuck in a 50-year-old institution that's always done things the same way, and they'll die institutionally if they don't change, maybe the purpose is to build their skills for discomfort and navigating uncertainty. In that case, maybe you don't tell them the full roadmap because the practice itself is learning to navigate the unknown. Making things explicit and transparent equalizes the room. Showing the roadmap is deeply beneficial, particularly to people with less power and knowledge. For newer people who don't know how things work, for people with other obligations like tending to an elderly parent or being a student athlete with fixed schedules, transparency helps level the playing field. But it may not always be your purpose. Before you default to a dinner party, ask what you actually need. If the goal is to laugh hysterically and create memories with friends you don't see enough, a dinner party might not be the best form. Maybe you should play kickball in the park, stage a made-up pickleball championship, go to a morning rave, or take a party bus to a concert. We're so boxed into thinking about how adults must hang out. When hosting dinner parties, keep the menu relatively simple. Increase the meaning dial and it decreases the pressure on food quality. Think about food that tells a story. The invitation matters deeply. I could send an invitation: "Come enjoy my best attempts at Ruth's BLTs." My grandmother's recipe that takes me back to childhood. I tell the story in the email, narrow the expectations, and create a social contract. This is for BLTs. If you're a vegetarian, you can take out the bacon. And please don't bring your mushroom penne, not in this context. Then I ask: bring a story of a dish that takes you back to childhood. The whole night plays itself. Magical questions are questions everyone in the group is interested in answering, and everyone would be interested in hearing each other's answers. It's a magical equation. It's subjective and relative to each group. My seven-year-old daughter once asked at dinner: "What's the naughtiest thing you've ever done that was worth it?" We laughed and shared for two hours. My son asked my elderly father: "What's the meanest thing you ever did to anybody before the age of 15?" That caveat, before age 15, temporarily equalized everyone at the table. Testing and practicing are how you develop the muscle. I test questions on my team, I think through social arithmetic: what do these specific people have in common, what don't they have in common, what's the right level of vulnerability? I ask my community on Instagram and Substack to share their magical questions. Someone from Brazil sent me: "Would you rather spend 10 minutes on the moon or one year traveling through Europe?" It inspires heated debates in his friend group. My favorite question for virtual groups: "What was the first concert you ever went to, and who took you?" People pause, then you see a waterfall of answers—Bonnie Raitt, Madonna, New Kids on the Block. Everyone's interested in seeing everyone else's answers. You realize who's here, you see there's someone behind everyone (my sister, my mother, my college girlfriend), and you increase the likelihood that people realize these are real humans.  Creating psychological togetherness on Zoom is my single most important skill. During the pandemic, I lost all my physical facilitation tools. I couldn't chase someone into the bathroom to convince them to come back, couldn't use my body to signal it's time to quiet down. I was just a little green square. Magical questions became my most powerful tool for creating psychological togetherness when people aren't in the same room. Ryan's champagne question works because it's visceral and emotional. "We're meeting exactly one year from today and popping bottles, what are we celebrating?" That's not "what's your goal for the year." That's boring. You pop champagne for something that matters emotionally. It's a somatic, physical question that forces people to think big because you're not popping champagne about something boring. The responsibility of gathering is about both connection and power. Particularly in work contexts, you can ask questions that are too vulnerable or that aren't appropriate. You need to protect your guests by ensuring questions relate to the purpose of the convening. Asking "what's a core experience from your early life that connects to why you do the work you do today?" helps people understand motivations without crossing lines. Questions can open up the world. They're a sequence of words that, if you ask them in a specific way, can fundamentally change what's possible. Being genuinely curious and fascinated about people and their stories and life experiences will change your life. Full stop. Writing The Art of Gathering let me articulate what deeply frustrated me about gatherings and try to convince other people it should frustrate them too. What's been beautiful is that people are starting to get fed up with mediocre gatherings and expect better of how we spend our time together. They're realizing we can change it with some thought, some temerity, some bumping around. The pandemic made the book even more relevant. The paperback came out in April 2020, when gathering was banned, which was super awkward. But by taking gathering from us, we began to see it. We began to see that this thing we took for granted shapes our lives—how we wed, fight battles in court, host funerals, host galas. People started asking first-order questions: when and where and why should we meet, and who decides? That's a powerful question to be asking. Anyone can gather. Many of the hundred gatherers I interviewed for the book identified as introverts, loners, people on the outside of things, people with social anxiety. As one person said, "I create the gatherings I wish existed in the world. And other people seem to like it." Reflection Questions What gathering in your life, whether a team meeting, family dinner, or community event, would be transformed if you paused to clearly define its purpose before diving into logistics and form? Think about a group you're part of where people come from different backgrounds and assumptions. What explicit "social contract" or ground rules could you create to help everyone understand how to show up and what's expected? What's a magical question you could ask in your next gathering that everyone would be interested in answering and everyone would want to hear each other's responses to? More Learning From The Learning Leader Show #126: Jayson Gaignard - Mastermind Talks #273: Chip Conley – How To Be Wise Beyond Your Years #476: Kat Cole - Reflection Questions, Humble Confidence, Building Trust

A photograph can provide documentation but can’t tell the whole story. This week on Pathology with Dr. Priya, a Zone 7 series, Dr. Priya Banerjee joins Sheryl McCollum to share why revisiting a cold-case scene, sometimes decades later, can completely shift an investigation. When she traveled for hours to inspect an identical car tied to a cold case, she discovered details impossible to see on paper. They talk about how vehicles can become part of the forensic story, why the setting itself matters, and how today’s technology can clarify what investigators once assumed. From seat position to power locks, their conversation highlights what’s lost when professionals rely only on reports and what’s gained when they return to the scene. Highlights • (0:00) Sheryl welcome listeners and introduces the topic: why visiting a scene is essential in cold-case investigations • (1:00) Dr. Priya describers visiting a cold-case scene and inspecting an identical car for accuracy • (2:15) The car as a crime scene: how transport vehicles create multiple evidence locations • (3:30) How changing car technology, from manual locks to sensors, alters forensic interpretation • (5:00) What revisitng a scene reveals that photos and reports cannot • (10:00) Revisiting old neighborhoods and the effects of time, urban change, and memory on case context • (12:00) Dr. Priya’s methodical process for documenting and photographing scene and how that strengthens her courtroom testimony • (13:15) Returning submerged and long-missing vehicles and bringing families long-awaited closure • (14:30) Dr. Priya on method, teamwork, and why working cold cases feels like giving back • (20:45) Revisiting old files with fresh eyes: how old photos, modern technology, and tools like Othram and NamUs can finally move cold cases forward About the Hosts Dr. Priya Banerjee is a board-certified forensic pathologist with extensive experience in death investigation, clinical forensics, and courtroom testimony. A graduate of Johns Hopkins, she served for over a decade as Rhode Island’s state medical examiner and now runs a private forensic pathology practice. Her work includes military deaths, and high-profile investigations. Dr. Priya has also been featured as a forensic expert on platforms such as CrimeOnline and Crime Stories with Nancy Grace. She is a dedicated educator, animal lover, and proud mom. Website: anchorforensicpathology.com Twitter/X: @Autopsy_MD Sheryl McCollum is an Emmy Award–winning CSI, a writer for CrimeOnline, and the Forensic and Crime Scene Expert for Crime Stories with Nancy Grace. She works as a CSI for a metro Atlanta Police Department and is the co- author of the textbook Cold Case: Pathways to Justice. Sheryl is also the founder and director of the Cold Case Investigative Research Institute (CCIRI), a nationally recognized nonprofit that brings together universities, law enforcement, and experts to help solve unsolved homicides, missing persons cases, and kidnappings. Email: coldcase2004@gmail.com Twitter/X: @ColdCaseTips Facebook: @sheryl.mccollum Instagram: @officialzone7podcast If this episode gave you a new understanding of cold case investigations, share it with a friend and leave a review. Your support helps others discover the science, the stories, and the heart behind Pathology with Dr. Priya | A Zone 7 Series. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rosetta and Milly catch up with Priya Sami, who is cooking up a wonderful instillation of public art as part of FAM: Kirihimete Edition! Whakarongo mai nei!

Priya Sam is the Host & Founder at Unleash Your Voice, where she helps ambitious women in six-figure corporate roles who struggle with being overlooked and undervalued to step into undeniable executive presence and unlock the promotions, visibility, and compensation they truly deserve. Her signature Power Story Framework is a key part of all of her programs as she helps her clients build their personal power story banks, strategic communication skills, and confidence. In this episode, you'll learn: → The subtle communication habits that make you sound more junior—and how to break them immediately → The ELITE Communication Formula: a five-step system for shifting from entry-level language to powerful leadership storytelling → Practical strategies for aligning your personal brand with the impact you deliver, so leaders and decision-makers recognize your true valueWant to download the full formula + additional tips? Grab it here: https://priya-sam.mykajabi.com/tef

Electrocution can be silent and sudden, leaving few external signs and limited clues without careful investigation. This week on Pathology with Dr. Priya, a Zone 7 series, Sheryl McCollum and Dr. Priya Banerjee explain how electrical current travels through the body, why the heart can stop in an instant, and what pathologists look for at the entry and exit points of a shock. They discuss real-world risks, from downed power lines to home repairs, and the safety measures that can prevent fatal accidents. Highlights • (0:00) Sheryl welcome listeners and introduces the topic of electrocution deaths • (2:00) Entry and exit points: irregular burn and blister patterns on hands, feet, or other points of contact • (3:30) How electrical current disrupts the heart’s rhythm and can lead to sudden death • (6:00) Who is more vulnerable: pre-existing heart conditions and age can increase susceptibility to fatalarrhythmia • (8:15) Storm damage, downed lines, and why no one should move live wires • (10:45) “Weekend warrior” risks and everyday household hazards • (15:15) What electrocution looks like internally: tissue damage, muscle breakdown, and organ findings • (17:30) Seasonal reminders: holiday lights, wet environments, and the importance of hiring professionals forelectrical work About the Hosts Dr. Priya Banerjee is a board-certified forensic pathologist with extensive experience in death investigation, clinical forensics, and courtroom testimony. A graduate of Johns Hopkins, she served for over a decade as Rhode Island’s state medical examiner and now runs a private forensic pathology practice. Her work includes military deaths, and high-profile investigations. Dr. Priya has also been featured as a forensic expert on platforms such as CrimeOnline and Crime Stories with Nancy Grace. She is a dedicated educator, animal lover, and proud mom. Website: anchorforensicpathology.com Twitter/X: @Autopsy_MD Sheryl McCollum is an Emmy Award–winning CSI, a writer for CrimeOnline, and the Forensic and Crime Scene Expert for Crime Stories with Nancy Grace. She works as a CSI for a metro Atlanta Police Department and is the co-author of the textbook Cold Case: Pathways to Justice. Sheryl is also the founder and director of the Cold Case Investigative Research Institute (CCIRI), a nationally recognized nonprofit that brings together universities, lawenforcement, and experts to help solve unsolved homicides, missing persons cases, and kidnappings. Email: coldcase2004@gmail.com Twitter/X: @ColdCaseTips Facebook: @sheryl.mccollum Instagram: @officialzone7podcast If this episode provided clarity on electrocution deaths and scene safety, share it with a friend and leave areview. Your support helps others discover the science, the stories, and the heart behind Pathology with Dr. Priya | A Zone 7 Series.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, Dr. Alex and Dr. Priya got together in-studio during this year's ICCMO conference to answer your questions! During this very special face to face edition of the show, Dr. Alex and Dr. Priya dive into how TMD can manifest as seemingly unrelated symptoms, such as Bell's Palsy and chronic headaches caused by hyperactive muscles. They also give some insight into the amazing technological advancements such as T-scan and the K7 unit, incredible tools that are helping us accurately evaluate and correct bite imbalances with high precision. So tune into our yearly trip to ICCMO with another episode breaking down all the things aimed at bringing your body and your bite into harmony!*****Disclaimer*****The information in the "Unclenched" podcast is not diagnostic.The "Unclenched" Podcast and content posted by Dr. Alex and Dr. Priya is presented solely for general informational and educational for the TMJ suffers and health care professionals. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast or website is at the user's own risk. The contents of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional dental/ medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical/dental advice for any medical/dental condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions.© All materials and information included in this podcast are protected by U.S. and international copyright laws.The materials and information in this podcast are copyrighted by us and/or by other applicable rights holders. You may download a single copy of this podcast for your own personal, noncommercial use only, provided you include all applicable notices and disclaimers. Any other use of the materials and information is strictly prohibited without our prior written permission and the permission of the applicable rights holder(s).

Fluent Fiction - Hindi: Diwali Delights: Capturing Jaipur's Sparkling Magic Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hi/episode/2025-11-16-08-38-20-hi Story Transcript:Hi: जयपुर की रंगीन गलियों में दीवाली का उत्सव चरम पर था।En: In the colorful streets of Jaipur, the Diwali festival was at its peak.Hi: खुशी से झूमते लोग, त्योहार की मिठास, और फुलझड़ियों की चमक ने पूरे शहर को सजाया था।En: People were swaying with happiness, the sweetness of the festival, and the sparkle of sparklers had adorned the entire city.Hi: अम्बर किले के पास, अरुण और प्रिया अपनी यात्रा के सबसे रोमांचक पड़ाव पर थे।En: Near the Amber Fort, Arun and Priya were at the most exciting part of their journey.Hi: अरुण एक उत्साही फोटोग्राफर था, जिसकी आँखें रौशनी और छवियों को पकड़ने के लिए सदा जागरूक रहती थीं।En: Arun was an enthusiastic photographer, whose eyes were always keen to capture lights and images.Hi: प्रिया को यात्रा का हर पहलु पहले से तय करना पसंद था, लेकिन वह थोड़ा खुद को सुनने और अपने हृदय के साथ बहने में भी विश्वास रखती थी।En: Priya liked to plan every aspect of the trip in advance, but she also believed in listening to herself and going with the flow of her heart.Hi: दोपहर के अच्छे समय में दोनों जयपुर पहुंचे थे।En: They had reached Jaipur at a good time in the afternoon.Hi: चारों ओर बिखरी रौशनी ने उनकी राहों को सजाया।En: The scattered lights all around had decorated their paths.Hi: अरुण की नजरें अम्बर किले की ओर थीं।En: Arun's eyes were on the Amber Fort.Hi: वो उस दिव्य पल को कैद करना चाहता था, जब पूरा किला दीयों की रौशनी से जगमगाता था।En: He wanted to capture that divine moment when the entire fort was glowing with the light of lamps.Hi: प्रिया, दूसरी ओर, उस पल में डूबना चाहती थी, उसके रंगों और खुशबुओं का आनंद उठाना चाहती थी।En: Priya, on the other hand, wanted to immerse herself in that moment, to enjoy its colors and aromas.Hi: यह दीवाली की रात थी — हवा में पटाखों की आवाज़, मिठाईयां और रौशनी का समुद्र।En: It was the night of Diwali — the sound of firecrackers in the air, sweets, and a sea of lights.Hi: भीड़ में से एक रास्ता बनाते हुए, अरुण और प्रिया किले के करीब पहुंचे।En: Making their way through the crowd, Arun and Priya reached closer to the fort.Hi: अरुण ने अपनी कैमरा निकाला और सही कोण और लाइटिंग की तलाश में जुट गया।En: Arun took out his camera and got busy searching for the right angle and lighting.Hi: "अरुण, क्यों न हम थोड़ी देर के लिए इस उत्सव का हिस्सा बनें?" प्रिया ने कहा। उसके चेहरे पर उत्सुकता और उत्साह था।En: "Arun, why don't we join the festival for a while?" Priya suggested, her face filled with curiosity and enthusiasm.Hi: "अभी नहीं, प्रिया। पहले फोटो खींचना ज़रूरी है," अरुण ने उत्तर दिया।En: "Not now, Priya. Taking photos is important first," Arun replied.Hi: लेकिन समय कम था और भीड़ बढ़ती जा रही थी।En: But time was short, and the crowd was growing.Hi: प्रिया ने अरुण को राजी किया कि थोड़ी देर के लिए वो दीवाली के जश्न में शामिल हों, जिससे अपने आप तस्वीर का एक अच्छा मौका मिल सकता था।En: Priya convinced Arun to join the Diwali celebration for a while, which might naturally provide a great photo opportunity.Hi: अचानक, आसमान में आतिशबाज़ी का जोरदार प्रदर्शन शुरू हुआ।En: Suddenly, a spectacular fireworks display began in the sky.Hi: दोनों किले के एक बेहतरीन व्यू पॉइंट तक पहुँचे।En: Both reached an excellent vantage point of the fort.Hi: वहां से अम्बर किला अद्वितीय लग रहा था।En: From there, the Amber Fort looked unique.Hi: दीयों की रौशनी में लिपटा हुआ वह किला किसी स्वर्गीय दृश्य से कम नहीं था।En: Wrapped in the light of lamps, the fort was nothing short of a heavenly scene.Hi: अरुण ने फुर्ती से कैमरा उठाया और उस क्षण को जीवंत बना दिया।En: Arun quickly picked up his camera and brought that moment to life.Hi: प्रिया अब बिना किसी योजना के रोमांच को महसूस कर रही थी।En: Priya was now experiencing the thrill without any plan.Hi: रंगीन आतिशबाज़ी ने आकाश को रोशन कर दिया।En: Colorful fireworks lit up the sky.Hi: अरुण ने तेज़ी से अपने कैमरे का बटन दबाया।En: Arun rapidly pressed the button on his camera.Hi: प्रिया वहीं खड़ी मुस्कुरा रही थी।En: Priya stood there smiling.Hi: उसने महसूस किया कि कभी-कभी योजना के बिना भी जीवन का आनंद लिया जा सकता है।En: She realized that sometimes life can be enjoyed even without a plan.Hi: वहीं अरुण ने महसूस किया कि कभी-कभी सही तस्वीर के अलावा भी जिंदगी में बहुत कुछ होता है।En: Meanwhile, Arun realized that sometimes there's more to life than just the perfect photo.Hi: उनकी जयपुर यात्रा की यह शाम तो अनोखी थी पर इसने उनको कुछ नया सिखा दिया।En: This evening in Jaipur was unique for them, but it taught them something new.Hi: अरुण और प्रिया के दिलों में यह दिवाली हमेशा के लिए बस गई थी।En: The Diwali became etched in Arun and Priya's hearts forever.Hi: दोनों ने मिलकर केवल किले की नहीं, बल्कि दीवाली के उत्सव का भी आनंद लिया।En: Together, they enjoyed not just the fort, but the Diwali festival itself.Hi: आखिर में, यह यात्रा उनके लिए केवल एक यात्रा नहीं रही, यह एक खूबसूरत अनुभव बन गया।En: In the end, this trip was not just a journey for them; it became a beautiful experience.Hi: और इस तरह, अरुण और प्रिया ने यात्रा और जीवन के नए रंगों को पहचान लिया।En: And so, Arun and Priya recognized the new colors of traveling and life.Hi: दीवाली के रोशन रंग उनके जीवन की किताब में एक चमकदार पन्ना जोड़ गए।En: The bright colors of Diwali added a radiant page to their life's book. Vocabulary Words:colorful: रंगीनfestival: उत्सवsparkle: चमकadorned: सजायाenthusiastic: उत्साहीkeen: जागरूकcapture: पकड़नेdivine: दिव्यimmerse: डूबनाaromas: खुशबुएँfirecrackers: पटाखोंvantage: व्यूपॉइंटunique: अद्वितीयheavenly: स्वर्गीयthrill: रोमांचeternal: हमेशा के लिएetched: बस गईcelebration: जश्नspectacular: जोरदारvibrant: खूबसूरतexperience: अनुभवradiant: चमकदारcuriosity: उत्सुकताenthusiasm: उत्साहheavenly: स्वर्गीयjourney: यात्राrealize: महसूस कियाopportunity: मौकाscattered: बिखरीtravelling: यात्रा

We are living in a time when crime does not stop at the courtroom. It continues in headline, on social media, and in the public’s imagination. This week on Crime Roundup, Sheryl McCollum and Joshua Schiffer discuss the laws that prevent offenders from profiting off their crimes and why cases like Bryan Kohberger’s continue to test those boundaries. They talk about the world of murderabilia and the broader culture that turns high-profile cases into collectibles and conversation. They also examine an ongoing beheading case involving a former adult film actress that has drawn national attention, plus several other stories of interest this week. Highlights: • (0:00) Welcome to Crime Roundup with Sheryl McCollum and Joshua Schiffer • (2:45) The Slayer Statute and whether Bryan Kohberger could profit from notoriety • (7:45) Murderabilia and prison fan culture • (10:30) The beheading case involving a former adult film actress and her withdrawn plea • (13:45) Diddy’s prison hooch and how inmates make alcohol behind bars • (18:00) Sports betting and game-fixing concerns across leagues • (19:30) Kim Kardashian’s justice reform work and bar exam attempts • (23:30) Sheryl’s 2023 National Law Enforcement Hall of Fame recognition and final reflections About the Hosts Joshua Schiffer is a veteran trial attorney and one of the Southeast’s most respected legal voices. He is a founding partner at ChancoSchiffer P.C., where he has litigated high-stakes criminal, civil rights, and personal injury cases for over two decades. Known for his bold courtroom presence and ability to clearly explain complex legal issues, Schiffer is a frequent media contributor and a fearless advocate for accountability. Sheryl “Mac” McCollum is an Emmy Award-winning CSI, a writer for CrimeOnline, a forensic and crime scene expert for Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, and co-author of the textbook ColdCase: Pathways to Justice. She is the founder and director of the Cold Case Investigative Research Institute, a national collaboration that advances techniques for solving cold cases and assists families and law enforcement with unsolved homicides, missing persons, and kidnappings. Want more from Sheryl? Catch her every week on the Zone 7 podcast, where she hosts the main series on Wednesdays, Pathology with Dr. Priya on Mondays, and Crime Roundup each Friday alongside Joshua Schiffer. Stay Connected Subscribe using your favorite podcast platform and leave a review to support the show. Have a case or topic you’d like Sheryl and Joshua to cover? Email coldcase2004@gmail.com Follow the Hosts: • Sheryl on X: @ColdCaseTips • Facebook: @sheryl.mccollum • Joshua on X and Instagram: @lawyerschiffSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Priya David Clemens is a national news journalist, producer, and entrepreneur, and the founder of Keepsake Studios, a company dedicated to capturing and preserving family legacies. In this episode, she and Kara talk about the power of storytelling, the evolution of journalism, and what it means to choose family first while pursuing a demanding career. Priya shares her journey from anchoring at NBC and CBS to creating a business rooted in connection, ancestry, and legacy, and how uncovering our family stories can change how we see ourselves. This is a thoughtful conversation about purpose, identity, and the stories that make us who we are. Whether you're passionate about storytelling, navigating a career transition, or curious about preserving your own family history, this episode is for you. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to The Powerful Ladies 00:22 Meet Priya David Clemens 01:01 Priya's Early Life and Career Beginnings 03:23 The Evolution of Journalism 08:12 Diversity in Journalism 09:54 Priya's Journey with NBC and CBS 16:21 The Importance of Family Stories 19:31 Keepsake Studios: Preserving Family Legacies 30:37 The Value of Family and Friendship 32:38 The Power of Connections 34:24 Leveraging Social Media for Networking 35:47 The Six Degrees of Separation 37:39 Personal Backstory and Influences 41:06 Empowering Women and Building Confidence 42:54 The Importance of Taking Action 48:53 Facing Challenges and Building Resilience 52:39 Celebrating Achievements and Supporting Each Other 56:53 Final Thoughts and How to Connect The Powerful Ladies podcast, hosted by business coach and strategist Kara Duffy features candid conversations with entrepreneurs, creatives, athletes, chefs, writers, scientists, and more. Every Wednesday, new episodes explore what it means to lead with purpose, create with intention, and define success on your own terms. Whether you're growing a business, changing careers, or asking bigger questions, these stories remind you: you're not alone, and you're more powerful than you think. Explore more at thepowerfulladies.com and karaduffy.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Unrig the Game: What Women of Color Can Teach Everyone About Winning, author Vanessa Priya Daniel writes about the challenges that women of color face. She includes a satirical section formatted like a job description, where she details the duties of women of color leaders. They include “Be likable at all costs,” “Work with zero margin of error” and “Be a willing screen onto which your staff can project the other women authority figures who ever disappointed them in life.” These are just a few of the barriers that women of color in leadership deal with. But despite these barriers, Daniel also points out that women of color are also often drivers of change. GUEST: Vanessa Priya Daniel: Principal at Vanessa Daniel Consulting, LLC. She has worked in social justice movements for 25 years, and her book Unrig the Game: What Women of Color Can Teach Everyone About Winning came out in March, 2025. Vanessa Priya Daniel will be speaking at the Community Fund for Women & Girls' 30th Anniversary Celebration on November 13th in New Haven. You can find out more at this website.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's show, I am talking with Priya,We will talk about her career and her ideas.Priya became CEO of Meru Data in 2017,She works in privacy, security, AI, and everything in between!

At first, it looked like age catching up with former police chief Rick Young: confusion, fatigue, a flutter in the chest. No one suspected that the woman he had trusted for decades was quietly planning his death. This week on Pathology with Dr. Priya, a Zone 7 series, Sheryl McCollum and Dr. Priya Banerjee discuss the case of Marcy Oglesby, who, over several months, secretly mixed over-the-counter eye drops into Young's food and drinks. When his body was later discovered inside a storage unit, toxicology revealed lethal levels of tetrahydrozoline, the active ingredient in common eye drops. Dr. Priya explains how this drug attacks the cardiovascular system, why it is almost undetectable without targeted testing, and what makes poisonings like this so difficult to identify until it's far too late. Highlights (0:00) Welcome to Pathology with Dr. Priya: A Zone 7 series—Sheryl McCollum introduces the Marcy Oglesby case and the death of retired Police Chief Richard “Rick” Young (0:45) How Oglesby slowly poisoned her partner with tetrahydrozoline-laced food and drinks (2:15) Dr. Priya explains why eye-drop poisonings are rare and absent from most toxicology panels (6:00) Early symptoms: numbness, confusion, fluctuating blood pressure, and blue lips (8:00) Why doctors might miss the signs of tetrahydrozoline poisoning and attribute symptoms to age or heart disease (10:00) The estimated lethal dose and how even a small mouthful can cause heart-block death (13:45) Trust, dependency, and opportunity: the dynamics that let the poisoning continue undetected (20:30) What Rick Young likely endured in his final days: chest pain, dizziness, and slow suffocation (25:45) Closing reflections and Dr. Priya’s reminder that every case is a lesson About the Hosts Dr. Priya Banerjee is a board-certified forensic pathologist with extensive experience in death investigation, clinical forensics, and courtroom testimony. A graduate of Johns Hopkins, she served for over a decade as Rhode Island’s state medical examiner and now runs a private forensic pathology practice. Her work includes military deaths, NSA cases, and high-profile investigations. Dr. Priya has also been featured as a forensic expert on platforms such as CrimeOnline and Crime Stories with Nancy Grace. She is a dedicated educator, animal lover, and proud mom. Website: anchorforensicpathology.comTwitter/X: @Autopsy_MD Sheryl McCollum is an Emmy Award–winning CSI, a writer for CrimeOnline, and the Forensic and Crime Scene Expert for Crime Stories with Nancy Grace. She works as a CSI for a metro Atlanta Police Department and is the co-author of the textbook Cold Case: Pathways to Justice. Sheryl is also the founder and director of the Cold Case Investigative Research Institute (CCIRI), a nationally recognized nonprofit that brings together universities, law enforcement, and experts to help solve unsolved homicides, missing persons cases, and kidnappings. Email: coldcase2004@gmail.comTwitter/X: @ColdCaseTipsFacebook: @sheryl.mccollumInstagram: @officialzone7podcast

Send us a textIn this inspiring episode, Cornell Bunting sits down with Priya Ahluwalia, a powerhouse of innovation and heart. Priya's journey spans continents, industries, and impact — from leading global business growth to empowering her local community through education, entrepreneurship, and service.With over 14 years of experience, Priya has worn many hats: Business Leader – As former VP of Operations at One Homes, she helped drive North American sales from $2 million to $50 million, reshaping operations with a global vision. Community Builder – At Prime Fiber, she's bridging the digital divide, helping communities gain access to high-speed internet and a brighter future. Investor & Mentor – Through MoAloo Ventures, she's fueling innovation across food tech, ed-tech, electric mobility, and drone technology — empowering the next generation of changemakers. Educator & Lifelong Learner – Since 2009, Priya has taught Entrepreneurship, Chinese, and Hindi, preparing students to thrive in a globalized world.  Rotarian & Humanitarian – As founder of the SWFL Rotary, she's redefining how service meets innovation. She also serves on the boards of EHAS (Everyone Has A Story) and NCWIT's Aspirations in Computing (AiC), where she advocates for young women in tech.Since moving to Babcock Ranch in 2021, Priya has become a beacon of community spirit — launching programs, mentoring youth, and leading initiatives that bring people together.This episode dives deep into her passion for purpose, the power of innovation, and her vision for creating change that lasts.Tune in to hear how Priya Ahluwalia continues to build bridges, uplift others, and inspire transformation — one story at a time. Support the showThank you for tuning in with EHAS CLUB - Stories to Create Podcast

Fluent Fiction - Hindi: Rain or Shine: The Unyielding Spirit of Democracy Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hi/episode/2025-11-01-22-34-02-hi Story Transcript:Hi: नई दिल्ली की एक हलचल भरी सुबह थी।En: It was a bustling morning in Nayi Dilli.Hi: दीवाली की खुशबू हवा में थी, और हर गली में रंग-बिरंगे दीये और लाइट्स जगमगा रहे थे।En: The fragrance of Diwali was in the air, and colorful lamps and lights sparkled in every street.Hi: इसी बीच, एक महत्वपूर्ण दिन भी था - चुनाव का दिन।En: Meanwhile, it was also an important day - election day.Hi: अरुण ने अपनी पूरी तैयारी कर ली थी और पहली बार वोट देने के लिए अपने दोस्तों प्रिया और राहुल के साथ चल पड़ा।En: Arun had fully prepared and set out with his friends Priya and Rahul to vote for the first time.Hi: चुनाव केंद्र के बाहर की भीड़ में अरुण की आंखों में उत्साह था।En: In the crowd outside the polling center, excitement shone in Arun's eyes.Hi: पहली बार वह अपने मत का उपयोग करने जा रहा था।En: He was about to use his vote for the first time.Hi: उसकी चाल में चपलता थी और दिल में बदलाव की आग।En: His steps were lively, and his heart was set on change.Hi: उसके मन में विश्वास था कि उनका वोट स्थानीय सरकार को बदलने में मदद करेगा।En: He believed that his vote would help to change the local government.Hi: चुनाव केंद्र में पहुंचते ही, अचानक मौसम ने करवट ली।En: As they reached the polling center, the weather suddenly shifted.Hi: आसमान में बादल घिरने लगे और तेज हवाएं चलने लगीं।En: Clouds began to gather in the sky, and strong winds started blowing.Hi: देखते ही देखते बारिश शुरू हो गई।En: In no time, it began to rain.Hi: बिजली चली गई और चुनाव केंद्र में अफरा-तफरी मच गई।En: The power went out, causing chaos at the polling center.Hi: लंबी कतारें, बिजली की कटौती और कागजी उलझनों ने सबको परेशान कर दिया।En: Long lines, power outages, and paperwork confusion troubled everyone.Hi: प्रिया और राहुल इस स्थिति में सहमत नहीं थे।En: Priya and Rahul did not agree with the situation.Hi: "यहां की भीड़ और ये बारिश... हमें बाद में आना चाहिए," प्रिया बोली।En: "This crowd and this rain... we should come back later," said Priya.Hi: राहुल भी असहज था, "हां, ऐसा लग रहा है कि आज यहां बहुत समय लगेगा।"En: Rahul was also uneasy, "Yeah, it seems like it will take a long time here today."Hi: लेकिन अरुण ने हार नहीं मानी।En: But Arun didn't give up.Hi: उसने दृढ़ता से कहा, "दोस्तों, हमारे वोट की कीमत को मत भूलो।En: He firmly said, "Friends, don't forget the value of our vote.Hi: अगर हम यहाँ से चले गए, तो हमारा मत कौन डालेगा? यह बदलाव का समय है। हमें यहां रुकना होगा।"En: If we leave now, who will cast our vote? This is the time for change. We need to stay here."Hi: उसने छाता तान लिया और बारिश में खड़े रहकर अपने मनोबल को बनाए रखा।En: He opened an umbrella and kept his morale high while standing in the rain.Hi: धीरे-धीरे उसका हौसला अन्य लोगों तक पहुंचने लगा।En: Slowly, his determination began to reach others.Hi: अन्य मतदाता भी उसकी बात सुनकर प्रभावित हुए और कतार में फिर से खड़े हो गए।En: Other voters were also influenced by his words and got back in line.Hi: प्रिया और राहुल को अब अरुण का संकल्प दिखाई दिया।En: Now Priya and Rahul could see Arun's resolve.Hi: वे भी उसके पास आकर खड़े हो गए। उन्होंने भीगते हुए भी रहकर वोट देने का फैसला किया।En: They stood by him, deciding to vote, rain-soaked and all.Hi: जैसे ही वे मतदान केंद्र में पहुंचे, सबके चेहरे खुशी से चमक उठे, जैसे दीवाली के दीयों की जगमगाहट उनके चेहरे पर हो।En: As soon as they reached the voting center, everyone's faces lit up with happiness, as if the glow of Diwali lamps was reflected on their faces.Hi: शाम होते-होते मतदान खत्म हो गया।En: By evening, voting was over.Hi: अरुण, प्रिया, और राहुल ने गर्व से अपने मताधिकार का उपयोग किया था।En: Arun, Priya, and Rahul proudly exercised their right to vote.Hi: उन्हें एक साथ चलने का फायदा महसूस हुआ।En: They felt the benefit of standing together.Hi: अरुण ने दोस्तों और बाकी सबको यह समझा दिया था कि छोटे-छोटे कदम भी बड़ी बदलाव की नींव होते हैं।En: Arun had shown his friends and others that small steps lay the foundation for big changes.Hi: अरुण ने देखा कि उसके दृढ़ निश्चय ने न केवल उसके दोस्तों को बल्कि चुनाव केंद्र में उपस्थित कई अन्य लोगों को प्रभावित किया।En: Arun realized that his determination had not only influenced his friends but many others present at the polling center.Hi: सबने महसूस किया कि चाहे कितनी ही मुश्किलें क्यों न आएं, हमारी आवाज की गूंज से ही हमारी पहचान बनती है।En: Everyone understood that no matter how many challenges arise, our voice creates our identity.Hi: और वे जानते थे, आज उनकी यह गूंज किसी नई शुरुआत का आगाज़ करेगी।En: And they knew, today, their voice would usher in a new beginning.Hi: इस तरह, अरुण ने न केवल वोट किया बल्कि एक नई दिशा और उम्मीद भी जगा दी।En: In this way, Arun not only voted but also sparked a new direction and hope. Vocabulary Words:bustling: हलचल भरीfragrance: खुशबूsparkled: जगमगा रहे थेexcited: उत्साहlively: चपलताgather: घिरने लगेchaos: अफरा-तफरीoutages: बिजली की कटौतीuneasy: असहजmorale: मनोबलdetermination: दृढ़ निश्चयresolve: संकल्पinfluenced: प्रभावित हुएglow: जगमगाहटexercised: उपयोग कियाbenefit: फायदाfoundation: नींवsparks: आगाज़usher: आरंभ करनाidentity: पहचानcommitment: प्रतिबद्धताscattered: बिखरेadjourned: स्थगितcommotion: कोलाहलvivacious: जीवंतzeal: उत्साहperseverance: लगनbrisk: तेजencounter: मुकाबलाfortitude: धैर्य

Dean's Chat hosts Dr. Jeffrey Jensen and Dr. Johanna Richey, welcome Dr. Priya Parthasarathy to the podcast! Dr. Parthasarathy is a board-certified podiatrist and foot & ankle surgeon based in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Parthasarathy is a partner at Foot & Ankle Specialists of the Mid-Atlantic and serves as a national spokesperson for the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA). This episode is sponsorted by the American Podiatric Medical Associaiton! A graduate of Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine, Dr. Parthasarathy completed her surgical residency at Botsford General Hospital in Michigan. She has been recognized for her leadership, clinical excellence, and dedication to patient education—both in clinical practice and in national media appearances. Dr. Parthasarathy is passionate about advancing awareness of podiatric medicine, mentoring future generations of DPMs, and empowering patients through preventive care and health education. Her inspiring journey, media presence, and advocacy make her one of the most influential voices in modern podiatry. Join us as Drs. Jensen & Richey sit down with Dr. Parthasarathy to discuss her professional journey, her advocacy for women in medicine, and the evolving landscape of podiatric care in today's healthcare environment.

You can listen wherever you get your podcasts, OR— BRAND NEW: we've included a fully edited transcript of our interview at the bottom of this post.In this episode of The Peaceful Parenting Podcast, I am giving you another sneak peek inside my Peaceful Parenting Membership! Listen in as I interview Tosha Schore as part of our membership's monthly theme of “Aggression”. We discuss why kids get aggressive, how to handle it no matter how many kids you have, and dealing with the aggressive behaviour from many angles.**If you'd like an ad-free version of the podcast, consider becoming a supporter on Substack! > > If you already ARE a supporter, the ad-free version is waiting for you in the Substack app or you can enter the private feed URL in the podcast player of your choice.Know someone who might appreciate this post? Share it with them!We talk about:* 6:35 Is a child's aggression OUR fault as the parent?* 13:00 Why are some kids aggressive?* 15:00 How do you handle aggression when you have multiple kids?* 22:00 A new sibling being born is often a trigger for aggression in the older child* 29:00 When you feel like you are “walking on eggshells” around your child* 35:00 How naming feelings can be a trigger for kids* 37:00 When aggression is name calling between siblings* 42:00 Friends- roughhousing play or aggression?* 49:00 Coming from aggression at all angles* 50:35 Using limits when there are safety issuesResources mentioned in this episode:* Yoto Player-Screen Free Audio Book Player* The Peaceful Parenting Membership* Tosha's Websitexx Sarah and CoreyYour peaceful parenting team- click here for a free short consult or a coaching sessionVisit our website for free resources, podcast, coaching, membership and more!>> Please support us!!! 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No one listening or watching and they can't go where you don't want them to go and they aren't watching screens. BUT they are being entertained or kept company with audio that you can buy from YOTO or create yourself on one of their blank cards. Check them out HERETranscript: Sarah: Hey everyone. Welcome back to another episode of the Peaceful Parenting Podcast. Today's guest is Tosha Shore, a peaceful parenting expert on aggression. I invited her into the Peaceful Parenting Membership a few months ago to talk to us about aggression and to answer our members' aggression-specific questions.So many fantastic questions were asked. I know they'll help you if you're at all having any issues with aggression. And remember, aggression isn't just hitting. It's any expression of the fight, flight, or freeze response—including yelling, spitting, throwing things, and swearing.Tosha is such a valuable resource on this issue. I really, really admire how she speaks about aggression and the compassion that she brings to both kids and parents who are experiencing aggression.One note: one of the members was okay with her question being used in the podcast, but she didn't want her voice used. So in the podcast today, I paraphrased her question and follow-up comments to preserve the flow of the conversation.As I mentioned, this is a sneak peek inside the Peaceful Parenting Membership. If you would like to join us, we would love to have you. It is such a wonderful space filled with human touch and support. There are so many benefits, and it's my favorite part of my work as a parenting coach.We'll put the link to join us in the show notes, or you can visit reimaginepeacefulparenting.com/membership. If you know anyone who could use this podcast, please share it with them. And as always, we would appreciate your five-star ratings and reviews on your favorite podcast app.Let's meet Tosha.Hello, Tosha, welcome to the membership. I'm so excited that you're going to be here talking to us about aggression today. So maybe you could start out by just giving a brief introduction of who you are and what you do.Tosha: Absolutely. So my name is Tosha Shore and I am the founder of Parenting Boys Peacefully, where we are on a mission to create a more peaceful world, one sweet boy at a time.I'm also the co-author of Listen: Five Simple Tools to Meet Your Everyday Parenting Challenges. And I work with a lot of families with young kids who are struggling with hard behaviors like aggression, and my goal is to give you all hope and inspiration—to keep on keeping on with peaceful parenting practices because they do absolutely work. Even, or maybe even especially, for really hard behaviors.Sarah: I love that you added that—especially for hard behaviors—because I think there's this fallacy out there that, yeah, peaceful parenting's nice if you have easy kids, but, you know, my kid needs more “discipline” or whatever. So I love that you called that out, 'cause I think it's absolutely true also.So maybe—just—we have some questions from our members that people sent in, and I'm not sure, some people on the call might have questions as well. But maybe we could just get started by you sort of centering us in what causes aggression.I was just on a call with some clients whose child was having some issues at school, which, if we have time, I might ask you about. The mom was saying, “Oh, you know, he's being aggressive at school because I sometimes shout or lose my temper.” And I said to her, you know, of course that plays a part in it, but there are lots of kids whose parents never shout or lose their temper who still are aggressive.So why is that? What causes aggression?Tosha: I mean, I think there are a few things that can cause aggression. I often will say that aggression is fear in disguise, because I've found that a lot of kids who are getting in trouble at school—they're yelling, they may be hurting siblings or hurting their parents—they are scared inside.Sometimes it's an obvious fear to us. Like maybe they're playing with a peer and the peer does something that feels threatening—goes like that in their face or something—and instead of just, you know, play-fighting back, they clock the kid or whatever.And sometimes the fears are a little bit more hidden and maybe could fall even into the category of lagging skills. I don't even like to say “lagging skills,” but, like, skills that maybe they haven't developed yet. School's a perfect example. I think a lot of kids often will be acting out in school—even aggressively—because they're being asked to do something that they don't yet have the skills to do.And that's pretty frustrating, right? It's frustrating to be asked, and then demanded, to perform in a certain way or accomplish something specific when you don't either feel the confidence to do it, or you don't yet have the skills. Which sort of spills into another reason that kids can get aggressive, and that's shame.We can feel really ashamed if everybody else in the class, for example, or a lot of kids, are able to just answer the questions straight out when the teacher asks—and maybe we get stage fright, or maybe we didn't quite understand the example, or whatever it is.So I definitely want to pull that parent away from blaming themselves. I think we always tend—we have a negative bias, right? Our brain has a negative bias. All of us. And I think we tend to go towards taking it on ourselves: It's our fault. If we had just done X, Y, or Z, or if we hadn't done X, Y, or Z, my child wouldn't be acting out this way.But I always say to parents, well, that's a choice. There's like a 50/50, right? We could choose to say, you know what, it could be that I did something, but I don't think so. That's the other 50%. But we always go with the “it's my fault” 50.So part of my job, I think, is to encourage parents to lean into the “It's not my fault.” Not in the sense of nothing I do has an impression on my child, but in the sense of: it's important that we as parents all acknowledge—and I truly believe this—that we are doing our best all the time.There is no parent I've ever met who purposefully doesn't behave in a way they feel good about, or purposefully holds back their love, or purposefully yells, or anything like that. If we could do differently, we absolutely would as parents.Sarah: Mm-hmm. So more like, “I didn't cause this. There's maybe something I could do, but I didn't cause this.” Right.Tosha: I mean, like, look, let's just be honest. Maybe she did cause it, okay? I mean, I've done things—maybe I've caused things—but so what, right? There's nothing I can do at this point.I can either sort of wallow in, “Oh gosh, did I cause this?” Or I could say, probably I didn't, because there are so many other factors. Or I could say, you know, maybe I did, but one, I'm confident that I did the best that I could in that moment.And two—and this is an important part—is that I am doing whatever work I need. I'm getting the support I need, right? I'm showing up to Sarah's membership or this call or whatever, to take steps to do better in the future.So if we're just making a mistake and not doing anything to try to behave better next time, that's not worth much either. Like, I remember once when my kids were little—I don't even remember what I was doing, I don't remember what the situation was—but I do remember very clearly that I apologized. I said, “I'm sorry, I won't do that again.”And my kid goes, “You always say that and then you do it again.”And that was true. But if that were true because I was just saying “I'm sorry” and going about my next thing and not paying attention to the why or getting to the crux of what was causing me to behave that way, then that would be disingenuous.But in fact, I was doing my own emotional work to be able to show up more often in ways that I felt good about. So I could genuinely feel good about that apology, and I could not take it personally. I could say, “You know what, you're absolutely right. I do keep making this mistake. And I want you to know that I am working hard to try to change that behavior.” And that was true.Sarah: Yeah. Makes sense. So you mentioned before that you want parents to see aggression as fear in disguise. And you mentioned that the fear can be something obvious, like someone's gotten in your face and you're scared. Or it can be fear of not being able to meet the expectations of your teacher or your parent. Or shame that can come from maybe even having made a mistake.You didn't say this, but I'm thinking of something common that often happens—like a kid makes a mistake or does something they didn't mean to do, and then they lash out. Right?So how do we get from those feelings of fear and shame to aggression? Because that doesn't happen for every kid, right? Some kids will just cry or say something, but then some kids really lash out and hit, throw things, shout, scream. So how does that happen? How do we get from A to B?Tosha: Well, I think all kids are different, just like all adults are different. And when we encounter fear—any of us—we go into fight, flight, or freeze. And kids who are aggressive go into fight.Sarah: Mm-hmm.Tosha: So some kids do and some kids don't. And you know, I don't have any scientific research to back this up, but I would say part of this is DNA, part of this is the nature of the kid.Sarah: Right.Tosha: And I think that's also going back to the self-blame. I've got three kids, they're all very different, right? Same house, same parents, same everything. They're different. They came into this world different, and they're still different.Sarah: Mm-hmm.Tosha: And I can help guide them, but I can't change the core of who they are. So I think that aggression is those kids who go from “I'm scared, I'm having to protect myself” to that attack mode.Sarah: Right. Makes sense. And just—I mean, I know this—but is it in the child's control?Tosha: No, it's not in the child's control. It is absolutely a reaction. And I think that's why I feel like having that concept of aggression being fear in disguise can be so helpful from a mindset perspective for parents. Because it's so much easier to have empathy for a child who we see as being scared, right? Than one who we see as being a jerk, picking on his brother, or disrespectful, rude—all of those terms we use when we're struggling.Sarah: Right. Well, there may be a few other points that I want you to make, but they might come out in the context of some questions from our members.So I know at least two people on the call right now had sent me a question in case they couldn't make it. But I'm going to ask Sonya—are you willing, Sonya, to unmute yourself and ask your question?Sarah: Hi.Sonia: Sure. Hi.Sarah: Hi, Sonya.(Sarah narrating): Sonia wonders how to handle aggression when you have multiple kids. She has three kids—a 7-year-old, a 4-year-old, and a baby—and it's often her 7-year-old who reacts in fight mode. She's trying to figure out how to keep her cool and also how to handle it and take care of the other kids and manage him.Tosha: Yeah. So one thing that I noticed is how Sonia kind of glossed over the keeping her own cool. And I want to bring that to everybody's attention, because we all do that. But actually, when we're dealing with aggression, we have to come at it from a lot of different angles.There's no one magic pill I can give her, but it has to actually start—Sarah: Mm-hmm.Tosha: So it doesn't mean we have to reach Nirvana or become the Buddha or never yell before we can make any progress. But we can't put that aside and just go, “Okay, what do I do to get my kid to stop doing this?”Because our energy has a huge effect on our kids' aggression. And usually—well, let me just say—it makes sense to ask yourself questions like: how am I feeling about this? Because most people are feeling scared—either scared of their child (“they're going to hurt me” or “they're going to hurt a sibling, hurt the baby”), or scared for their child (“he's going to end up in juvenile hall, he's going to end up the next school shooter”).We project forward. So if we're having fear for our child or fear of our child, that child is soaking up that feeling. And I don't know about you, but I've never met anybody who could actually change their behaviors—who was inspired, motivated, or able to change their behaviors—when everyone around them was scared of them or scared for them.Maybe occasionally there's somebody who's like, “I'm going to prove the point because the world is against me,” right? And this is like a Hollywood film. But most of us don't work that way.So I want to come at it from all the angles. There's the “take care of yourself” piece. But at the same time, we have to keep our kids safe.One thing that I think really helps is to pay attention to the pattern of when the aggression is happening, so she's not surprised. Because if we're surprised, then we act in surprising ways to ourselves. We don't show up as our best.So pay attention. Does this happen at a certain time of day? When there's a certain constellation of kids playing together? When one particular child is present? When you're doing something specific? If there's another parent—when they're present or absent? Pay attention to these things so that you can show up ready.Because if you can change your story in your head from, “I have no idea when this happens, it happens all the time, it happens out of the blue”—which is really disempowering—to “I've noticed that every afternoon when I pick my 7-year-old up from school and bring him home, then I go in the kitchen to make a snack… and then he lays on top of the baby,” or whatever—then it is much more manageable.Then you can say, “Okay, well, I remember this call that I was on and they talked about maybe there being some fear in there. Well, I don't know what the fear is, I don't know what's going on, but I'm going to be ready. I'm not going to let it happen.”So rather than make that snack, I'm going to make it before he comes home, or I'm going to just pull out some frozen pizza. But I'm going to stay present with that child during that time and expect that the upset will happen.Because then, when that child goes to lay on the baby—or whatever the aggression is—you can actually physically get in the way. You can prevent it from happening. And then what happens is, because that child—the 7-year-old—has something to push against, something preventing them from acting on their fear response, from fighting—what happens then is like a magic reaction.He's able to erupt like a volcano and release the tension, those fears, the upsets. Maybe it's 12 things that happened to him at school today. Maybe there was shame around not knowing the answer when he was called on. Whatever it was.But there's suddenly space with an attentive adult who remembers that the child is scared. So they have empathy. They're not worried, they're not caught by surprise. So we're not going to jump at them. And that child has the opportunity then to heal.That release of the feeling is what heals the child. It's like pulling up weeds in your garden by the roots, as opposed to just pulling and having them break off, and then the next day you've got the whole thing back again.So this tool—which in our book we talk about as Stay Listening, where we're staying and allowing space for the child to feel—is what, over time, will change that fight response. That's actually the gold nugget that, over time, will both change the intensity of the outbursts and also change the frequency.Is any of that landing for you?Sarah (narrating): Sonia responded that it was very helpful. She's told me before that her baby's almost one, and this started happening a lot right after she had the baby. She also says that she's done my Transform Your Family Life course, and she's still working on it. She's done more of the welcoming feelings, and she has put together that it's usually in the afternoons—so Tosha is right about that—and it's happening after school.She's also connected that there are things happening at school that aren't in line with how she and her husband want their child treated, and she thinks that's related.Tosha: Yeah. So in light of this new information, I would also say—and I'm sure Sarah's talked to you about this as well—but pouring in as much connection to that child as possible.And it can feel, especially when you have multiple kids, that it's unfair, right? One kid is getting more… Are you familiar with the concept of special times, Sarah? Is that something that you teach?Sarah: Yeah.Tosha: Okay. You know, if you're doing special time—oftentimes we talk about, or I talk about at least—I'm not a “fair” kind of a person. I'm a “life's not fair” kind of a person. My kids will tell you that.But when it comes to special time, I always encourage parents to think about a week and to try to give your kids about the same amount of special time over a week. But—and here's the caveat—when we have a kid who is struggling, they are demanding more of us. They are demanding more attention. And our time didn't increase.Tosha: So that means we are going to need to devote more time. It's going to be uneven. But that child—and especially, like, this is probably the number one reason that I hear for aggression to start, and we didn't talk about this at the beginning—is when a younger sibling is born. I mean, it is so often the trigger, I can't tell you.And if I could go back to all of those parents and say, “Don't worry about being fair. Just pour as much extra love and connection and yumminess into that child who's struggling as you can. It will pay off later. You can make it up to the other kids later.” In fact, you're giving them a gift by helping their older brother, because then his behavior isn't going to have that negative effect on them.So I think that we get stuck in the fairness sometimes. I'm not saying you do this, Sonya—this is just from my experience. And then we hold back from giving that child what they need. So special time isn't the only thing. I would say: make a list of things that you do with that 7-year-old that creates laughter between you, that you both feel really good—where you have that yumminess, like, oh, you're loving on him and he's loving on you. Maybe that's shooting hoops in the front yard, or maybe it's drawing a picture together, or jumping on the trampoline, or reading a book. I mean, it could be anything at all.You can do those things, and you can do them with the other three kids around. Also, keep doing all of that stuff. And you're going to have to, I think, carve out some time for one-on-one special time—named, timed—where he gets to lead and he gets to be the boss.Sarah: That's awesome. And we always talk about equity versus equality with the sibling relationships, and I think that's—Tosha: Oh yeah. I love that.Sarah: Okay, awesome. Thank you so much. Priya, do you want me to ask your question, or do you want to ask the question since you're on the call? Maybe she's stepped away or can't unmute herself. Uh, she wants me to ask. Okay. So I'm going to find Priya's question and ask it.Uh, Priya says: “My five-year-old gets angry at anything and everything. He has zero tolerance for any kind of dislike or disagreement. We acknowledge his feelings with empathy, doing our best to stay calm and give him time to process his emotions. The only limit we consistently set is holding him from hurting people or property while he yells, screams, says hurtful things, and tries with full rage to attack us.“We're consciously making time for roughhousing, special time, connection, laughter, and tears—though he rarely cries—and we talk about asking for help before things escalate. I've been trying to track patterns by logging some incidents, but sometimes it feels completely unpredictable. We often have no idea why he's screaming. If I push a chair slightly, he gets angry. If someone else presses the elevator button, he gets upset. If he has a plan in his mind and we don't pick up on it, he becomes extremely frustrated. He gets irritated and grumpy very easily. It's gotten to the point where we feel like we have to expect an outburst at any moment. It looks like it's becoming a habit for him, and I feel like I'm starting to walk on eggshells—always watchful for what might happen when I say or do something.”Tosha: Yeah, so this is a really—believe it or not—common situation. Did she say he was five? Is that five?Sarah: Yeah.Tosha: Yeah, yeah, yeah. So I cannot tell you the number of parents who come to me and this is what they say: “I'm walking on eggshells.” Right? If we get to the point where we're walking on eggshells, generally what that says to me is that we are not either setting enough limits or we're not setting limits effectively.And one thing that I would suggest to Priya is to take a minute to think about whether or not there are places where she's feeling resentment. That's always a good sign for me—like, if I'm feeling resentment about something, then that's probably a place I need to hold a limit. If I'm not, then there's more wiggle room.So when this is happening all the time about everything, I would say: get really clear on what limits are important to you and what limits are not. Right? So if you're in public, in the elevator, and you don't want to deal with a big meltdown about the elevator button, can you plan for that? If you know that that's an issue, when you go in, you can say to people, “Hey, my son would really like to press the buttons—what floor would you like?”Sarah: Mm-hmm. Right.Tosha: “Here's our elevator operator—exactly. What floor, please?” Or, if somebody presses the button—or if she's pressing the button—to just go in knowing, “I'm not going to press the button. I'm going to let my child do this.” And if somebody else has already pressed it, you can say, “You know what? Hey, let's take the next elevator and then we'll press it. You can press it.”So there are places where we can be flexible. But we don't want to do that all the time, because essentially what this child is showing me is that he has a real intense lack of flexibility. And ultimately, the goal that I would have for him would be—slowly, slowly and lovingly—to help him increase that flexibility. So that, yeah, maybe he's not going to say, “Oh, shoot, I'm feeling really disappointed because I didn't get to press the elevator button and I really like to do that.” But maybe instead of having a huge tantrum, he just gets a sourpuss face and crosses his arms. Okay, I'll take that. That's better. We're moving in the right direction.So it sounds like you're doing a lot of things right, but I would hone in on limit-setting. Really: are you taking the time to think about what kind of limits you want to set? Are you letting go of limits when you know that you don't have the wherewithal to stay calm in the face of the upset?So, oftentimes—I'm hearing Priya say she does a lot of Stay Listening—I would be curious to know: what does that Stay Listening look like? Because I was working with a dad this week, a client of mine, and we were talking about a situation that was going on with his kid, who was coming home really frustrated with homework. And what ended up coming out of his mouth was, “I thought I was Stay Listening, but I think I actually wasn't Stay Listening.”Right—because Stay Listening isn't about trying to calm the child, or trying to get them to stop what they're doing. It can't be with the goal of, “Let me get this kid to quiet down,” kind of a thing. Stay Listening is really holding space lovingly for whatever needs to come out, which means—yeah—all the words, all—like, we don't take them personally.Sarah: Can I just interject something? For my community, what they would recognize Stay Listening as is “welcoming feelings.” Mm-hmm. Just because that'll be a familiar phrase to them. So I just wanna—Tosha: Yeah, absolutely. Right. But “welcoming feelings”—I feel like we need to also talk about: what does that look like? Mm-hmm. What does that look like when we welcome feelings? Because, you know, you could be upset and I could just be like—Sarah: Yeah.Tosha: —like waiting for you to be done. Right? I could be like, “Okay, I'm not gonna shut you down, but, you know, hey, whatever you do, what you need to do, I'm gonna go answer my email.” That's—you know—I can “welcome” the feelings like that. But again, coming back to our energy: what energy are we bringing to that? Are we really staying present with the energy of “We are gonna get through this,” with the energy of “You are safe,” with the energy of “I'm here with you.”Mm-hmm. Right? Like, can that child sense that they're not alone—that you're on their team? And that's maybe a good litmus test. If you were to ask yourself: do you feel like your child would feel like you're on their team, or that you're butting heads? Mm-hmm. And if the answer is “butting heads,” then the question is: what can you shift so that your child will feel like, “Hey, we're in this together”?Sarah: Sounds good. Priya, I don't know if you have anything to add. It sounds like maybe she can't unmute herself, but—oh, she says he screams really loud, so we usually stay quiet and don't say anything because it's really loud. We wait for the moment to pass before we can say anything, at the same time being present. So she's saying they're trying to be present, sometimes trying to say, “I see you're really upset.”Tosha: Yeah. And so when she says—I'm sorry, it's a little bit via you here—but before, when you say, “Priya, before I say something,” what is it that you're saying? Because another thing about Stay Listening—or welcoming feelings, from my perspective—is that saying something actually doesn't really have a place. So if we need to say something, it should—I think—uh, or let me just rephrase that: I find it most effective when it's something that essentially allows that child to feel safe, to realize that they're not alone.Right—to realize that we're on their team, and to realize that it's not gonna last forever. So that they're loved—these types of things. So I wouldn't—if you're naming feelings, and I don't know that she is or isn't, but if you're naming feelings—which is something that a lot of professionals, for example, will recommend—I would play around with stopping that and seeing if that makes a difference, because sometimes that's a huge trigger for kids. And maybe even, “I see you're upset,” or whatever it is that she said—that also might be a trigger.Yeah. Don't be afraid to really not say anything at all, and just think about each of these things as an experiment. Take a day and don't say anything at all and see if it makes a difference. Other things to try—'cause it sounds like he's quite sensitive—is distance, right? How close are you to that child? Some kids don't want you all up in their face. Some kids want to be on your lap and hugged. Some kids want to be a room's distance away. So play with distance; play with tone.Sarah: Love that. Thank you so much, Tosha. Does anybody else who's on the call have a question? And if not, I have questions that were sent in, but I want to give priority to people who are here. Uh, and—and Priya says, “Thank you, Tosha.”Tosha: Yeah, my pleasure. I'm trying to work without the direct back and forth.Sarah: Yeah.Tosha: No—so I hope that was helpful.Sarah: Yeah, that was great, Lindsay.Tosha: And I want to acknowledge that it is really hard. It is hard.Sarah: Yeah. Yeah, definitely. It's one of the most—Tosha: It won't last forever either. Like, it's absolutely—move through. I can assure you of that.Sarah: Lindsay, do you have a question?Member B: Yes. I have a question about my son, actually. He's 10 years old, and I have a 10-year-old boy and then a 7-year-old girl. And a lot of times—there's kind of two different questions—but between the siblings, a lot of times my daughter will be, like, have verbal aggression towards him, and then he—he is my—he is a little more sensitive, and he will hold it in, and he won't spit out things back at her, but then he eventually will just hit her. And, like, he comes with the physical aggression. So kind of, as the parent, proactively trying to step in there—like, how do I handle both of those when one is verbal—maybe aggression—and one is physical? I know it can escalate there. Where do I step in?Tosha: Yeah. First of all, I just want to appreciate that you can see that there's a dynamic there. Because oftentimes we get into this place as parents where we're like, “This person is the aggressor and this person is the victim.” Because oftentimes there is a pattern like that, but it's—it's beautiful that you can see this dance that they're doing.Member B: Yeah.Tosha: And so if you see it kind of as a dance, you can interplay around and experiment with interrupting it in different ways. Okay. I would say that, in terms of the verbal aggression, what I have found works best—and again, I was talking to a client yesterday and he was saying to me that this is what works. Mm-hmm. I'm like, “Okay, so let's do more of that. You came out of your mouth; you said it works when you do it—let's do more.” And that is being playful in the face of the verbal aggression.And so it can look like a lot of different things. You could say ahead of time to your daughter something like, “Hey, I've noticed that, you know, sometimes these nasty words come out of your mouth towards your brother, and I know you don't mean them. So I'm gonna—I'm gonna pay attention and just try to help you with that, 'cause I know you don't want to hurt his feelings.”Member B: Yeah.Tosha: And just, you know, outside the moment, just kind of toss that out there. And then in the heat of the moment—I mean, you can just get as goofy as you can think. You could get a paper bag and just pull it over her head, right? Or you could get those indoor snowballs and just start pelting her with snowballs. You could do what we call the “vigorous snuggle,” which we write about in the book, which is something like, “Do you know what happens to little girls who call their brothers, you know, ‘stupid buttheads'” or whatever it is—Sarah: Uh-huh.Tosha: —and then you—rather than push away, which is what we tend to want to do—you do something goofy, right? “They get their elbows licked!” And then you're, like, chasing after her elbow and trying to lick it. What you're going for is laughter. You're trying to elicit laughter, because she's stuck in a hard spot where she can't feel compassion for him and she can't feel your love or anybody's. And so laughter will loosen that up.So I would say: interrupt the verbal aggression with play.Member B: Okay.Tosha: Some of those things will maybe annoy her; some of them will lead to laughter. And then sometimes you'll do an experiment and it'll annoy her—mm-hmm—and she'll explode. And what I want to say about that is—that's okay. Because, like we talked about with the school incident, it's an opportunity for her to do that healing and release the tensions and the hurts and the upsets and the gripes and all the stuff that she's holding in there. So when that happens, if you can welcome those feelings and not try to shut them down or judge her—or what many of us, sort of in the peaceful parenting world, will do is just talk, talk, talk, talk to her about it—if you can let all of that go—Member B: Yeah.Tosha: —you'll see the behaviors lessen. Okay? You know, that would be—I mean, we talked a little bit about the physical stuff before, so I thought for this question I would focus more on the verbal.Member B: Yeah.Tosha: But in the sibling dynamic, just kind of rotate who you go to, so they don't feel like there's one “bad guy” and one “woe-is-me” sibling.Member B: Yeah. Right.Tosha: Because ultimately, our goal as parents is to nurture that sibling relationship. Right. I don't—I don't know—like, I just had a birthday. I'm like, “This is my best birthday ever.” And people are like, “Really? How is it your best birthday ever?” I'm like, because, like, a lot of people couldn't come to my party but all three of my boys were home, and we sang karaoke, and the three of them sang me a song and sang all this. It was like—there is nothing I think we want more than to see our kids loving each other, enjoying each other—mm-hmm—having a strong relationship down the road.And let me tell you, these kids were at each other. I mean, now they're 18, 20, and 22. But I have been in your shoes where my mom would call me and be like, “I'm afraid they're gonna kill each other. I'm worried.” I'd be like, “It's okay. I got this, Mom. You know, things will change.” Yeah. But we do want to experiment—interrupt the behaviors.Member B: Yeah, I appreciate the trying different interventions and then also being prepared for her to, like, not enjoy some of them as well. 'Cause I think that happens a lot more than, like, the positive, you know, playful things. Right. So I appreciate that space to, like, let that happen too—and that's okay.Tosha: Yeah. It's—even more than okay. Like, that's kind of what needs to happen—mm-hmm—in order for her to shift—yeah—in order for her to be able to show up differently. She's stuck. Just think of her as being stuck.Member B: Yeah. And maybe it's not gonna fix that moment, but later on it'll be less and less, right?Tosha: Yeah. And it happens much more quickly than we think, oftentimes.Member B: Yeah. Yeah. Well, thank you. Yeah. The other quick question—do I have time, Sarah, to ask the second—Sarah: Sure.Member B: Okay. The second one is more—it's my 10-year-old. So recently, like, he was at a playdate. He's getting to play with a lot more of his friends. They're all playing football and sports and things, and he's just a bigger kid—my husband's 6'5”, so he's just naturally bigger than a lot of the kids. And he is super playful, but he gets, like, playful aggression. And, like, one of the moms was saying, like, “Oh my—” I've seen the dynamic of how all the boys are playing, and I noticed Calvin sometimes gets a little too aggressive. And her son Luke is pretty small. And Luke is like, “Yeah, I get trampled sometimes.” And so the mom was like, “I just try and tell Calvin, like, how big he is and, you know, his awareness.” But I know it happens with his sister, and I think it probably happens at school sometimes too—that he doesn't realize his size, and that maybe it comes out to be as, like—I don't know if he has internal aggression or if it's just playful and he's not aware of how big he is.Tosha: Yeah, I mean, I'd say two things about this. One is: I always have to ask the question in these situations—Is it the kids who are having the problem, or is it the parents who are having a problem?Member B: Yeah.Tosha: And I don't know the answer in this situation, but oftentimes our kids play a lot rougher than we feel comfortable with—but they're all actually having a good time. Yeah. I mean, the way that you said that kid reported didn't sound like it was a problem. I could be wrong and it could be a problem, but I think it's worth asking: whether or not it's a problem—Is that mom worried, or is the kid not having fun?Member B: Yeah.Tosha: So just to keep that in mind. Because there's often a par between what we are feeling comfortable with and the way our kids are going at each other. Right. And I think in that situation, we do want to stay close if we're not sure. And just ask—like, if you notice that energy going up—just say, “Hey, are you all having fun?” If everyone says yes—okay. If one person says no, then we know we need to intervene. Okay. So that's one piece.And then I think it's about body awareness for him. Mm-hmm. And maybe one thing that you could do at home would be some practice—sort of—physical wrestling matches or something of the sort, where you could just pretend like you're in a ring—Sarah: Mm-hmm.Tosha: —with a timer, and do, like, 15-second, 30-second sessions—or whatever you call it. I'm not a boxing person or whatever, but I don't—Sarah: Rounds.Tosha: Rounds. Maybe it's rounds, right? Yeah. So where somebody's actually the ref and saying, “Okay, go at it,” and then when the whistle blows—when the ref blows the whistle—everyone has to run back to their corners. And so we're increasing the awareness of stop-start, stop-start.And then also I think it's oftentimes a good idea to have kind of a—what do you call it—an emergency word, secret word, whatever it's called—Sarah: Oh yeah.Tosha: —the word—Sarah: Safe word.Tosha: What's the word? Safe word. Safe word.Sarah: Safe word.Tosha: Yeah. Safe word. And so you all could figure that out at the beginning of this game. And, in fact, that's something that he could transfer over to his play with his friends. Like, “Yeah, once he learns—he's like, ‘I know I'm big; I'm just having a good time. I know I don't want to hurt you, but if things are getting too rough, say banana and I'll know I gotta pull back.'”Yeah. But “banana” is going to work a lot better than, “Hey, stop doing that,” or a parent coming in and saying, “Hey, be careful, you need to be careful, you're a lot bigger than him, you need to pull back.” That's not going to work as well. But you have to practice those things at home. So—come at it from two different angles.Member B: Yeah. I like how that is—he and his sister have a thing where if they're being too much, they yell “T.” Yeah. Okay. And so if they're like “T, T,” then they know like, oh, that's a timeout—like, I need to pause for a second.Sarah: Perfect.Member B: So yeah, maybe just—yeah—telling him, like, set it up with your friends so they can say it.Tosha: Yeah. If he already has that skill with his sister, that's amazing. Mm-hmm. And then, yeah—could we just transfer it over to a friend?Member B: Yeah, and I agree—it could be a little more parent than kid, because the kid's inviting Calvin over all the time and wants him to come back. So I'm like, I think they're having fun. You know, and it just may be the parent's perception of—or protection of—her child.Tosha: Right. And I think it's—I think it's fair to just ask.Member B: Mm-hmm.Tosha: You know, ask the child. I mean, you can ask the child if the child's at your house. Yeah. You can just say, like, “Hey, you know, if you guys need me, I'm in the other room,” or whatever. Like, you don't have to— I just—I don't like to assume that there's a problem.Member B: Mm-hmm. Yeah, because he's—he—it's very sweet. I just think he—he just plays rough sometimes and—Tosha: Yeah. Well, some kids like to play rough. And the other thing is, if we interrupt too much, we're interrupting the development of important emotional intelligence. Because one of the ways that kids learn—or build—emotional intelligence is through playing with one another. Right? If they play too rough, they're going to lose their playmate. Right. If they don't play rough enough, they're also going to lose their playmate. Right. This kid might like to play rough. I mean, this little kid might like to play rough—mm-hmm—because he doesn't have that opportunity with other kids. And, like, it's an opportunity to sort of be bigger and use strength and feel—I mean, I don't know.Sarah: Yeah.Tosha: But there's something about the dance that they do when they play. I remember reading research about this in the animal kingdom. It was like a—it was a—I forget what his name was. This was like a million years ago at a conference when I was—back when I was a linguist—who was talking about this. And it was super, super interesting. I thought, “Wow, okay.” And so I think we need to let our kids also do that dance and just be present—so if there is a problem, we can step in—let them know that we're there. But don't assume there's a problem when nobody's complaining.Member B: Right. Okay. Yeah. Thank you. Thanks, Lindsay. That's helpful.Sarah: So I'm conscious that we only have about, uh, eight minutes left with you. And I don't think anyone else on the call has a question, so I will go to a question that was sent in. And actually two questions that were sent in, and I'm not sure how different they are, so I'm going to tell you both of them.Okay. And if you can answer them both together, or if you think they're separate—if that works. Okay. So one of them is a person, a member who has a child—a girl—who is just about to turn eight. And when she gets upset, she hits and throws things at her mom. And they haven't been able to—and she's been following peaceful parenting—but still hasn't been able to curb this. She doesn't have any issues anywhere else, except for—Tosha: Okay.Sarah: —her mom. The second person has a 12-year-old daughter that is hitting, kicking, pinching, saying mean words, etc., to her younger siblings when they're not doing what she wants them to do. She's the oldest of five; has younger siblings who are 10, 8, 4, and 2. And she didn't mention this, but I know she also—when she gets upset—she will do that to her mom too.Tosha: Yeah. Yeah. So for me, these are really both limit-setting issues, right? Like I've said earlier, we have to come at aggression from all the different angles, right? So we talked—we started out at the beginning with the first question about, like, hey, let's—we gotta focus in on our own healing and our own triggers, and make sure that we're not sort of trying to skate over that and pretend that we're gonna be able to be better without addressing anything.We also have to focus on connection. Like—somebody said they're tracking. Yeah, we need to pay attention—like, when does this stuff happen? We need to pour in connection, like we talked about. Make a list of all the things that are yummy when you do them together—just do more, do more, do more. Use play in the ways that we've talked about.But limits aren't necessarily the place to start—but if there are safety issues, then we have to go right there. So if the problem—well, there are lots of problems—but one thing that I've seen is that if we let a child, quote-unquote, succeed—or if a child succeeds in hurting us—let's just say throwing—like, let's say we get a stapler thrown at us and we end up with a black eye, or a cut on our face, or whatever it is—that child feels more fear than they felt before. Because there's a huge amount of fear associated with having that much power when you're so small, and feeling like the adults in your life can't keep everybody safe.Right? Because our number one job, in my opinion, is to keep everybody safe and alive. Let's just start there. Mm-hmm. So this is just basic. So that means that in a situation like this, you're gonna want to pay attention. You're gonna really want to track when this happens. It's good—it only happens with you, I think. That's telling in the sense that she feels safe enough with you to be able to show you that she's kind of holding things together out in the world, but actually feeling yucky inside, and these feelings need to come out somehow.And the next step is you figuring out: well, how do I want to show her that, yes, I can keep her safe? And that is likely gonna look like you physically anticipating—for her throwing something—or you see that she reaches for the stapler, and you're gonna rush in and you're gonna put your hand on her hand on that stapler: “I don't want that stapler to get thrown.”And I'm not gonna lie—it's gonna look messy, and it's gonna be a struggle, and all of the things. That's fine—as long as you're calm. If you feel triggered by the throwing, and you don't feel like you can stay calm, and you can feel like—to talk about, you know, the sweet child underneath the yucky feeling. So let's—got the throwing or the hitting or the cussing out or the whatever up here, and there's just always this sweet child underneath.If you lose sight of that child, then in a situation like this, I would rather you walked out of the room and the—you know—the stapler hit the door. You know, it breaks the window or it dents the door or whatever it is. I don't want that to happen, but I would rather that happen than it hit you and then you hit her, or you held her harder than you want, or you screamed horrible things at her that you wished afterwards you could take back.Right. And I say these things not because I think you're doing this, but just because in my 20 years of working in this world and raising three kids—I know what those feelings feel like, and they're real, and they happen to all of us. So if you feel out of control, remove yourself.Sarah: Mm-hmm.Tosha: Even at the cost of the window. But—which is why we have to start with our own—getting ourselves in what I call “good enough emotional shape.” Because ultimately, you need to be able to move in, put your hand on that hand with the stapler, and just say something like, “I can't—I can't let you throw that, sweet girl. I can't let you throw that.” And that's it.And then she's gonna have a huge upset. She's gonna fight, and she's gonna try and—“Let go of me,” and “I can't breathe,” and whatever. And unless she breathes through her hand—like, she's breathing okay, right? But that upset, again, is the gold nugget. Like—then you welcome the feelings and you allow them to pour out. Because something happened. Something is going on. And it might not be that one thing happened during that day at school, or wherever, but it might be that there was a little nick and a little nick and a little nick. And every time—whatever—she didn't get what she wanted, or a sibling got something and she didn't, or you answered a sibling before you answered her, or whatever it is—they're just all little things.They happen. They're not your fault or anybody's fault. It's just that if, every time they happen, she doesn't release the yucky feelings that arise in her as a result, then what's happening is they're building up. And so I like to think of it as the sand—or the sedimentary rock—on the beach. You can see those striations in it, right? So it's like—sand is really soft; you can kind of brush it off, but when it sits and it hardens, then you have to take, like, a chisel to it.Sarah: Yeah. For our people, we call that “getting a full emotional backpack,” when you're talking about the nicks that build up over time. So that'll resonate for people.Tosha: Exactly. Exactly.Sarah: Thank you so much, Tosha.Tosha: Yeah.Sarah: I hope—that was—Tosha: Helpful. But you have to physically get in there.Sarah: Yeah, physically get in there. And if it happens too fast to catch the first one, you just kind of do your best and try for the second one.Tosha: Yes.Sarah: Yeah.Tosha: Yes. And then you expect the upset, and you stay with it if you can.Sarah: Yeah.Tosha: Remembering that that's just a scared little girl in there.Sarah: Yeah.Tosha: Right. You don't know what this is about. Just trust that her body knows that it needs to do this healing, and she's picked you because she knows you can handle it—that you won't lose sight of her goodness, that your love is strong. And that's an honor. I know it feels hard, but it's actually a real honor when we're the one who gets chosen for that emotional work.Sarah: I love that, and I want to highlight that a lot of what you talked about today was our own inner work on keeping ourselves calm and keeping our mindset of keeping track of that sweet child—as you say, the sweet child inside that's just afraid and needs us in those moments. 'Cause it can feel—I think a lot of parents can feel—like, quote, victimized, and that's probably going to get them deeper into the aggression than get them out of it.Tosha: Exactly. Exactly. And so we want to feel—I hope that after this call you feel empowered. I mean, I hope there's just one thing that you can take away and experiment with doing differently. Just think of these things as experiments. You don't have to get it perfect—right? Whatever the word is that you have in your head. Right. Just try something.Sarah: Just—Tosha: Pick one idea that you heard and try it. Try it for a day. See how it goes. And remember that if it leads to big upset on the part of your child, that doesn't mean you did it wrong. It probably means you're actually doing something right.Sarah: That's so key. I love that. Thank you so much, Tosha. We really appreciate you and your work, and everyone, be sure to let us know how it goes for you when you try some of these things. Let us know in the Facebook group. And thank you, Tosha—thanks for getting up early and meeting with us today.Tosha: Yeah, my pleasure. Thank you for inviting me back, Sarah.Sarah: Thanks, everyone. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit sarahrosensweet.substack.com/subscribe

Fluent Fiction - Hindi: Rain or Shine: A Diwali Celebration Unites a Community Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hi/episode/2025-10-29-07-38-20-hi Story Transcript:Hi: दीपावली की तैयारी शुरू हो चुकी थी।En: Preparations for Diwali had begun.Hi: आरव यह सुनिश्चित करने में लगा था कि इस बार की दिवाली सबसे यादगार हो।En: Aarav was determined to make this year's Diwali the most memorable ever.Hi: उनका लक्ष्य था कि सामुदायिक त्योहार सबके दिलों में उत्साह भर दे।En: His goal was that the community festival should fill everyone's hearts with excitement.Hi: गुलाबी सर्दियों की शुरुआत हो रही थी।En: The pink winter was beginning.Hi: रंग-बिरंगी रोशनी से सजी गेटेड कम्युनिटी चहल-पहल से भरी थी।En: The gated community, decorated with colorful lights, was bustling with activity.Hi: बच्चे फुलझड़ियाँ लिए इधर-उधर भाग रहे थे, और हवा में मिठाइयों की महक तैर रही थी।En: Children were running around with sparklers, and the aroma of sweets was floating in the air.Hi: आरव ने बैठक बुलायी थी।En: Aarav had called a meeting.Hi: उसमें प्रिय और मीरा भी शामिल थीं।En: Priya and Meera were also included.Hi: प्रिय आरव की पुरानी दोस्त थी।En: Priya was Aarav's old friend.Hi: उत्साही थी लेकिन काम की वजह से कम समय दे पाती थी।En: She was enthusiastic but could spare little time due to work.Hi: मीरा यहाँ नयी-नयी आई थी।En: Meera was new here.Hi: वह जुड़ने की कशिश कर रही थी लेकिन थोड़ी हिचकिचा रही थी।En: She was trying to connect but was a little hesitant.Hi: "हमें तुम्हारी मदद की जरूरत है, प्रिय," आरव ने कहा, "लेकिन तुम्हें अपने काम के साथ तालमेल बैठाना होगा।En: "Priya, we need your help," Aarav said, "but you'll have to balance it with your work.Hi: और मीरा, तुम्हें हम दूसरों से मिलवाएँगे ताकि तुम्हारा यहाँ मन लग सके।En: And Meera, we'll introduce you to others so you can feel more at home here."Hi: "प्रिय ने सिर हिला कर कहा, "ठीक है, पर कुछ जिम्मेदारियाँ मेरे समय के मुताबिक होंगी।En: Priya nodded and said, "Alright, but some responsibilities will need to fit my schedule."Hi: " मीरा ने धीमे से मुस्कराते हुए कहा, "मैं तैयार हूँ।En: Meera smiled softly and said, "I'm ready.Hi: बताइए मुझे क्या करना है।En: Tell me what I need to do."Hi: "दिन बीतते गए और त्योहार का दिन नजदीक आ गया।En: Days passed and the festival day approached.Hi: तीनों ने मिलकर हर काम की योजना बनाई थी।En: Together, they planned every task.Hi: लेकिन उसी दिन अचानक बादल घिर आए।En: But on the day, clouds suddenly gathered.Hi: बारिश का अंदेशा था।En: Rain was likely.Hi: आरव चिंतित हो गया।En: Aarav became worried.Hi: उसने कड़ी मेहनत से तैयारी की थी।En: He had prepared diligently, but he knew he shouldn't be discouraged.Hi: लेकिन उसे पता था कि उसे निराश नहीं होना चाहिए।En: Suddenly, Priya suggested, "Our hall is big.Hi: अचानक, प्रिय ने सुझाव दिया, "हमारा हॉल बड़ा है।En: Why don't we organize everything inside?"Hi: क्यों ना अंदर ही सारा आयोजन कर दें?En: Everyone agreed and got busy with the arrangements.Hi: " सभी सहमत हुए और भाग दौड़ में लग गए।En: In no time, the decorations were set up inside.Hi: कुछ ही देर में सजावट अंदर लगाई गई।En: Meera welcomed the guests, and Priya took charge of the cultural program.Hi: मीरा ने मेहमानों का स्वागत किया और प्रिय ने सांस्कृतिक कार्यक्रम की जिम्मेदारी संभाली।En: By evening, everything was ready.Hi: शाम तक सब कुछ तैयार था।En: All guests were welcomed with rangoli and sweets.Hi: सभी मेहमानों का स्वागत रंगोली और मिठाइयों से किया गया।En: The room was illuminated with the light of lamps.Hi: दीपक की रौशनी से सारा कमरा जगमगा रहा था।En: Children were excited, and the adults were happily mingling.Hi: बच्चे उत्साहित थे और बड़े लोग भी आपस में मिल-जुल कर खुश थे।En: Finally, Aarav stood among everyone and said, "This Diwali is a new beginning for us.Hi: आखिर में आरव ने सबके बीच में खड़े होकर कहा, "यह दिवाली हमारे लिए नई शुरुआत है, हमने सीखा कि अगर हम सब एक-साथ मिलकर काम करें तो मौसम की कैसी भी विपरीत परिस्थितियाँ हों, हम उनसे निपट सकते हैं।En: We learned that if we all work together, no matter what adverse weather conditions may come, we can handle them."Hi: "मीरा अब ठहाके लगाकर सबके साथ बातें कर रही थी।En: Meera was now laughing and chatting with everyone.Hi: प्रिय संतोषी मुस्कान के साथ सोच रही थी कि जीवन में संतुलन कितना जरूरी है।En: Priya thought with a contented smile about how important balance is in life.Hi: आरव को अपनी मेहनत सफल होती दिख रही थी।En: Aarav could see his hard work paying off.Hi: वह जान गया था कि सबसे बड़ी बात सामुदायिक भावना और अनुकूलता है।En: He realized that the most important thing is community spirit and adaptability.Hi: दीवाली का यह दिन सबके लिए एक खास याद बन गया था।En: This Diwali day became a special memory for everyone. 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Fluent Fiction - Hindi: Lighting Up New Beginnings: Arijun's Diwali Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hi/episode/2025-10-28-22-34-02-hi Story Transcript:Hi: चिलचिलाती धूप में चमकता हुआ छत्रपति शिवाजी अंतरराष्ट्रीय हवाई अड्डा अपनी रंगीन रांगोली से सज चुका था।En: In the blazing sunlight, the Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport was adorned with its colorful rangoli.Hi: हवाई अड्डे में हलचल और जोश का माहौल था।En: The atmosphere at the airport was bustling and full of excitement.Hi: सभी यात्री बड़ी बेसब्री से दीवाली मनाने की तैयारी कर रहे थे।En: All the travelers were eagerly preparing to celebrate Diwali.Hi: चारों तरफ मिठाई और भुजिया की खुशबू हवा में तैर रही थी।En: The aroma of sweets and bhujia was floating in the air.Hi: अरिजुन और उसके दोस्त रोहन अभी-अभी हवाई अड्डे पर पहुंचे थे।En: Arijun and his friend Rohan had just arrived at the airport.Hi: अरिजुन काफी उत्साहित था क्योंकि यह उसका पहला स्कूल एक्सचेंज प्रोग्राम था।En: Arijun was quite thrilled because it was his first school exchange program.Hi: वह भारत में दीवाली का त्यौहार पूरी तरह से अनुभव करना चाहता था।En: He wanted to fully experience the Diwali festival in India.Hi: दूसरी ओर, रोहन थोड़ा चिंतित था।En: On the other hand, Rohan was a bit worried.Hi: उसे डर था कि अरिजुन को घर की याद आ सकती है।En: He was afraid Arijun might feel homesick.Hi: जैसे ही अरिजुन विमान से बाहर निकला, उसने देखा कि वहाँ एक बोर्ड के साथ एक लड़की खड़ी थी जिस पर लिखा था "स्वागत है, अरिजुन!En: As soon as Arijun stepped out of the plane, he saw a girl standing with a sign that read, "Welcome, Arijun!"Hi: " यह प्रिय थी - मुंबई के उनके साझेदारी स्कूल की छात्रा।En: It was Priya - a student from their partner school in Mumbai.Hi: प्रिय हंसते हुए बोली, "स्वागत है, अरिजुन!En: Smiling, Priya said, "Welcome, Arijun!Hi: तैयार हो तुम दीवाली की मस्ती के लिए?En: Are you ready for the Diwali fun?"Hi: " अरिजुन ने मुस्कुराते हुए सिर हिलाया और कहा, "हाँ, बिल्कुल तैयार हूँ।En: Arijun nodded with a smile and said, "Yes, absolutely ready."Hi: "जहाँ एक ओर हर कोई दीवाली की रौनक में डूबा था, वहीं प्रिय ने अरिजुन को मुंबई के विशेष स्थान दिखाने का मन बना लिया।En: While everyone was immersed in the Diwali festivities, Priya decided to show Arijun some special places in Mumbai.Hi: उसने अरिजुन को मुंबई के चाय स्टॉल पर चाय पिलाई जहां आमतौर पर भीड़ होती है।En: She took Arijun to a tea stall in Mumbai, usually crowded.Hi: चाय की चुस्कियाँ लेते हुए प्रिय ने उसे दियों और दीपों से सजा हुआ बाज़ार दिखाया।En: Sipping tea, Priya showed him the markets decorated with diyas and lamps.Hi: ‌अरिजुन को यह सब बहुत आकर्षक लगा।En: Arijun found it all very captivating.Hi: फिर, दीवाली की रात आई।En: Then came the night of Diwali.Hi: प्रिय के परिवार में सभी तैयारी में जुट गए।En: Everyone in Priya's family was busy with preparations.Hi: हर ओर रोशनी और खुशियों का माहौल था।En: The atmosphere was filled with light and joy.Hi: अचानक प्रिय ने अरिजुन से कहा, "चलो, थोड़ी नाच-गाना हो जाए।En: Suddenly, Priya said to Arijun, "Come on, let's have some dancing and singing."Hi: " पहले तो अरिजुन थोड़ा संकोच कर रहा था, परंतु प्रिय के परिवार के सभी सदस्यों ने उसे प्रोत्साहित किया।En: Initially, Arijun was a bit hesitant, but with encouragement from all of Priya's family members, he joined in.Hi: फिर क्या था, अरिजुन ने भी उनके साथ ठुमके लगाए और वह दीवाली की रंगत में पूरी तरह डूब गया।En: And then, Arijun danced along with them, completely immersing himself in the spirit of Diwali.Hi: यह देखकर प्रिय मुस्कुराई और बोली, "देखा, कितना मजा आया!En: Seeing this, Priya smiled and said, "See, wasn't it fun?"Hi: " अरिजुन ने कहा, "हाँ, सच में!En: Arijun replied, "Yes, indeed!Hi: यह अनुभव अविस्मरणीय है।En: This experience is unforgettable."Hi: " इस पल ने अरिजुन को सिखाया कि नये अनुभवों को अपनाना कितना महत्वपूर्ण है।En: This moment taught Arijun how important it is to embrace new experiences.Hi: दीवाली के बाद, अरिजुन ने रोहन को फोन किया।En: After Diwali, Arijun called Rohan.Hi: उसने अपने दोस्त को सारी बातें बताईं।En: He shared everything with his friend.Hi: रोहन ने कहा, "मैंने तुम पर भरोसा किया था और तुमने मुझे गर्वित किया।En: Rohan said, "I trusted you, and you made me proud."Hi: "अपनी यात्रा के अंत में, अरिजुन को महसूस हुआ कि उसने सिर्फ एक त्यौहार नहीं, बल्कि एक नई संस्कृति को अपनाया।En: By the end of his trip, Arijun realized he had not just celebrated a festival but embraced a new culture.Hi: उसने इससे आत्मविश्वास और बदलाव को गले लगाना सीखा।En: He learned to embrace confidence and change.Hi: ऐसे ही उसने इस अनुभव को अपनी यादों में हमेशा के लिए संजो लिया।En: He cherished this experience in his memories forever. Vocabulary Words:blazing: चिलचिलातीadorned: सज चुका थाbustling: हलचलeagerly: बड़ी बेसब्री सेaroma: खुशबूexchange program: एक्सचेंज प्रोग्रामworried: चिंतितhomesick: घर की यादimmerse: डूबाcaptivating: आकर्षकfestivities: रौनकhesitant: संकोचencouragement: प्रोत्साहितspirit: रंगतunforgettable: अविस्मरणीयembrace: अपनानाconfidence: आत्मविश्वासcherished: संजो लियाexchange: साझेदारीprepared: तैयारीlight: रोशनीjoy: खुशियोंstalls: स्टॉलdecorated: सजा हुआencounter: मुलाकातpartner: साझेदारीinitially: पहलेencouraged: प्रोत्साहितtrust: भरोसाproud: गर्वित

This week on Pathology with Dr. Priya, a Zone 7 series, Sheryl McCollum and Dr. Priya Banerjee continue their forensic review of the 2011 death of Ellen Greenberg, a young woman found with more than twenty stab wounds in her Philadelphia apartment. Picking up where part one left off, Dr. Priya discusses the two critical stab wounds that penetrated Ellen's brain stem and spinal cord; injuries she believes would have rendered her incapable of any further self-harm. From the anatomy of the cervical spine to the forensic interpretation of bruising, Dr. Priya explains why the medical evidence in this case still challenges the official ruling of suicide, and why the Greenberg family continues to fight for justice. Highlights (0:00) Welcome to Pathology with Dr. Priya: A Zone 7 series—Sheryl McCollum and Dr. Priya introduce part two of the Ellen Greenberg case (1:45) Dr. Priya describes how she documents injuries and explains why numbering stab wounds can mislead investigators (2:45) The base-of-skull wounds, and how it penetrated the dura, disrupting vital brainstem functions (4:45) The cervical-spine injury between C2 and C3 and how Ellen’s neurological injuries could explain the absence of defensive wounds (10:45) Distinguishing the possible order of injuries, and why positioning and directionality are critical in understanding the sequence of events (13:15) "History of mental illness does not make you suicidal.” Dr. Priya explains why psychiatric history must be interpreted cautiously in death investigations (14:15) Brusing: what it can and cannot tell investigators about struggle, timing and prior assaults (20:00) Dr. Priya reflects on the Greenberg family’s courage, and the power of their love to keep fighting for the truth About the Hosts Dr. Priya Banerjee is a board-certified forensic pathologist with extensive experience in death investigation, clinical forensics, and courtroom testimony. A graduate of Johns Hopkins, she served for over a decade as Rhode Island’s state medical examiner and now runs a private forensic pathology practice. Her work includes military deaths, NSA cases, and high-profile investigations. Dr. Priya has also been featured as a forensic expert on platforms such as CrimeOnline and Crime Stories with Nancy Grace. She is a dedicated educator, animal lover, and proud mom. Website: anchorforensicpathology.comTwitter/X: @Autopsy_MD Sheryl McCollum is an Emmy Award–winning CSI, a writer for CrimeOnline, and the Forensic and Crime Scene Expert for Crime Stories with Nancy Grace. She works as a CSI for a metro Atlanta Police Department and is the co-author of the textbook Cold Case: Pathways to Justice. Sheryl is also the founder and director of the Cold Case Investigative Research Institute (CCIRI), a nationally recognized nonprofit that brings together universities, law enforcement, and experts to help solve unsolved homicides, missing persons cases, and kidnappings. Email: coldcase2004@gmail.comTwitter/X: @ColdCaseTipsFacebook: @sheryl.mccollumInstagram: @officialzone7podcast

It starts with a single message: “I’ve been taken.” Within minutes, panic spreads, officers mobilize, and fear grips an entire community. But what if the whole thing is a lie? In this week's episode of Crime Roundup, Sheryl McCollum and Joshua Schiffer explore the rise of modern hoaxes, from a Florida teen’s fake abduction to the mysterious disappearance of a Cobb County dentist. They expose how a single false story can spiral into chaos and change the lives of everyone it touches. Highlights: (0:00) Welcome to Crime Roundup with Sheryl McCollum and Joshua Schiffer (2:00) A 17-year-old's fake kidnapping text, Susan Smith’s lies, and other infamous hoaxes (6:00) False reports and how they create first responder fatigue (7:30) Scene vs. Story: vague details, missing specifics, and suspicious Walmart purchases (11:15) The cost of hoaxes: mobilizing resources and fueling fear (14:15) Philadelphia's missing person case and signs of authentic urgency (15:15) Cobb County's missing dentist: social media’s role, cascading lies, and loved one’s involvement (23:00) Sheryl McCollum: “A lie is as good as a confession.” (23:45) Parental instincts vs. Truth: the Landry family’s heartbreak (25:30) Joshua Schiffer: “All lies are burdens. They are rocks in your pockets.” (29:00) Instincts during real emergencies: how victims respond under threat (32:15) Closing reflections About the Hosts Joshua Schiffer is a veteran trial attorney and one of the Southeast’s most respected legal voices. He is a founding partner at ChancoSchiffer P.C., where he has litigated high-stakes criminal, civil rights, and personal injury cases for over two decades. Known for his bold courtroom presence and ability to clearly explain complex legal issues, Schiffer is a frequent media contributor and a fearless advocate for accountability. Sheryl “Mac” McCollum is an Emmy Award-winning CSI, a writer for CrimeOnline, a forensic and crime scene expert for Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, and co-author of the textbook Cold Case: Pathways to Justice. She is the founder and director of the Cold Case Investigative Research Institute, a national collaboration that advances techniques for solving cold cases and assists families and law enforcement with unsolved homicides, missing persons, and kidnappings.

Fluent Fiction - Hindi: Unveiling the Secret of Qutub Minar: A Diwali Mystery Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hi/episode/2025-10-24-07-38-20-hi Story Transcript:Hi: गुनगुनी धूप में कुतुब मीनार की प्राचीन पत्थरों की चुप्पी आज कुछ कहने को आतुर थी।En: In the gentle warmth of the sun, the ancient stones of the Qutub Minar were eager to express something today.Hi: दीवाली की रोशनी से सजा, वह भव्य मीनार एक रहस्य छुपाए हुए था।En: Adorned with the lights of Diwali, the magnificent tower concealed a mystery.Hi: राजीव, प्रिय कहानीकार और इतिहास प्रेमी, अपने दोस्त प्रिय और गाइड अनिका के साथ वहां पहुंचे।En: Rajiv, a beloved storyteller and history enthusiast, arrived there with his friend Priya and guide Anika.Hi: तीनों के दिलों में भांति-भांति की भावनाएँ हिलोरे ले रही थीं।En: Their hearts were swaying with a variety of emotions.Hi: "इस पत्थर पर कुछ लिखा है," राजीव ने कहा। उसकी आँखें चमक उठीं जैसी कोई खजाना सामने आ गया हो।En: "There's something written on this stone," Rajiv said, his eyes lit up as if a treasure lay before them.Hi: अनिका थोड़ा सतर्क होकर बोली, "इतने सालों में यहां ऐसी कोई चीज नहीं दिखी।"En: Anika, cautious, replied, "In all these years, nothing like this has been seen here."Hi: उसकी आवाज में हल्की राहत और निराशा थी।En: Her voice carried a hint of relief and disappointment.Hi: राजीव ने अपनी जिज्ञासा के साथ पत्थर के समीप जाकर देखा। "यह तो कोई गूढ़ संदेश लग रहा है," उसने धीमे स्वर में कहा।En: Intrigued, Rajiv moved closer to the stone. "It seems to be some kind of cryptic message," he murmured.Hi: प्रिय, जो हमेशा राजीव की उत्सुकता को संजीदगी से देखता था, बोला, "हम इसे कैसे पढ़ेंगे, जब यह अधूरा है?"En: Priya, who always observed Rajiv's curiosity seriously, said, "How can we read it when it's incomplete?"Hi: राजीव की आंखों में उत्साह था।En: Rajiv's eyes gleamed with excitement.Hi: उसने निर्णय लिया कि सारी बाधाओं को पार कर, इसे समझना ही होगा।En: He resolved to overcome all obstacles and decipher it.Hi: उसके मन में विश्वास था, हो सकता है यह इतिहास की कोई बड़ी खोज हो।En: He believed it might be a significant historical discovery.Hi: "अनिका, क्या तुम हमें प्रतिबंधित क्षेत्र में जाने में मदद कर सकती हो?" राजीव ने आग्रह किया।En: "Anika, can you help us gain access to the restricted area?" Rajiv requested.Hi: अनिका पहले कुछ संकोच में थी, परंतु राजीव के शब्दों में सम्मान और इतिहास के प्रति प्रेम को उसने महसूस किया।En: Anika was initially hesitant, but she sensed Rajiv's respect and love for history in his words.Hi: "मैं कोशिश करूंगी," उसने मुस्कुरा कर कहा।En: "I'll try," she smiled.Hi: तीनों में एक नई ऊर्जा था।En: A new energy surged through the three of them.Hi: वे अनुभाग क्षेत्रों में पहुँचे, जहाँ और भी जटिल कारीगरी छिपी थी।En: They reached sections where even more intricate craftsmanship was hidden.Hi: कुछ समय बाद, उन्होंने दूसरी आधी लिखाई खोज निकाली।En: After some time, they discovered the other half of the inscription.Hi: फिर अचानक, वहां सुरक्षा अधिकारी आ गए।En: Suddenly, security officers appeared and questioned their intentions.Hi: वे तीनों से उनके इरादों के बारे में सवाल पूछने लगे। लेकिन राजीव ने उन्हें समझाया कि उनका उद्देश्य केवल इतिहास के इस छोटे से पहलू को उजागर करना है।En: But Rajiv explained that their goal was simply to uncover this little aspect of history.Hi: उसकी ईमानदारी से प्रभावित होकर अधिकारी ने कुछ वक्त के लिए उन्हें अकेला छोड़ दिया।En: Impressed by his honesty, the officer left them alone for a while.Hi: अंततः, वे संदेश को पढ़ने में कामयाब हुए।En: Ultimately, they succeeded in reading the message.Hi: यह प्राचीन कवि द्वारा रचित एक भुला दी गई कविता थी, जो दीवाली के प्रकाश और एकता की महिमा का वर्णन करती थी।En: It was a forgotten poem composed by an ancient poet, describing the glory of Diwali's light and unity.Hi: उन तीनों ने एक गहरे गर्व और प्रसन्नता का अनुभव किया।En: The three of them felt a deep sense of pride and happiness.Hi: इस अनूठी खोज के माध्यम से, राजीव समझ गया कि मिलकर काम करने का कोई विकल्प नहीं है।En: Through this unique discovery, Rajiv realized that there is no substitute for working together.Hi: अनिका को भी अपने अतीत और जड़ों की ओर लौटने की प्रेरणा मिली।En: Anika found the inspiration to return to her past and roots.Hi: दीवाली की इस विशेष रात ने उन्हें सांस्कृतिक एकता के ताने-बाने से जोड़ दिया।En: This special night of Diwali connected them with the fabric of cultural unity.Hi: कुतुब मीनार अब केवल पत्थरों का ढांचा नहीं था, वह अतीत की कहानियों का सजीव काव्य बन चुका था।En: The Qutub Minar was no longer just a structure of stones; it had become a living poem of past stories. Vocabulary Words:gentle: गुनगुनीancient: प्राचीनadorned: सजाmagnificent: भव्यconcealed: छुपाएenthusiast: प्रेमीvariety: भांति-भांतिemotions: भावनाएँtreasure: खजानाcautious: सतर्कrelief: राहतdisappointment: निराशाintrigued: जिज्ञासाcryptic: गूढ़resolve: निर्णयobstacles: बाधाओंhesitant: संकोचgleamed: चमकinscription: लिखाईintention: इरादोंuncover: उजागरhonesty: ईमानदारीpoem: कविताglory: महिमाsurge: ऊर्जाrestricted: प्रतिबंधितcraftsmanship: कारीगरीinspiration: प्रेरणाfabric: ताने-बानेunity: एकता

Fluent Fiction - Hindi: Pumpkin Trouble: How a Halloween Dance Saved the Day Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hi/episode/2025-10-23-07-38-20-hi Story Transcript:Hi: शाम का समय था और स्कूल में होने वाली हैलोवीन फेस्टिवल की धूम मची हुई थी।En: It was evening, and the Halloween festival at the school was in full swing.Hi: छात्र-छात्राएं अलग-अलग प्रकार की पोशाकों में सजधज कर आए हुए थे।En: The students were dressed up in various costumes.Hi: हर तरफ नारंगी और काले सजावट के बीच, चारों ओर आकर्षक कद्दू दिखाई दे रहे थे।En: Amidst the orange and black decorations everywhere, attractive pumpkins could be seen all around.Hi: ठंडी हवा में हंसी की गूंज सुनाई दे रही थी।En: The laughter echoed in the cold air.Hi: अर्जुन, जो हमेशा अपने दोस्तों को हंसाने के लिए मशहूर था, इस प्रतियोगिता को जीतने की ठान कर आया था।En: Arjun, who was famous for making his friends laugh, had come determined to win this competition.Hi: वह एक ख़ास पोशाक में था लेकिन उसे और बढ़िया बनाने के चक्कर में उसने एक रहस्यमयी औषधि पी ली, जिसका परिणाम देख वह चौंक गया।En: He was in a special costume but in the attempt to make it even better, he drank a mysterious potion, the result of which left him shocked.Hi: अचानक वह एक कद्दू बन गया!En: Suddenly, he turned into a pumpkin!Hi: यह देखकर उसकी सबसे अच्छी दोस्त प्रिया भी हैरान रह गई।En: Seeing this, his best friend Priya was also astonished.Hi: प्रिया, जो काफी चतुर और समस्याओं को हल करने में माहिर थी, ने अर्जुन को मदद का वादा किया।En: Priya, who was very clever and skilled at solving problems, promised to help Arjun.Hi: प्रिया ने स्कूल की पौराणिक कथाओं के ज्ञान का उपयोग कर एक उपाय ढूंढ़ा जिससे अर्जुन वापस इंसान बन सकता था।En: Priya used her knowledge of the school's mythological tales to find a solution that could turn Arjun back into a human.Hi: उन्हें पता चला कि स्कूल के फेस्टिवल में एक हास्यप्रद कद्दू-थीम वाले नृत्य का प्रदर्शन करना होगा, ताकि सबका ध्यान भटके और वे समय पर जादू का प्रभाव हटा सकें।En: They found out that they needed to perform a comical pumpkin-themed dance at the school's festival to distract everyone and remove the magic's effect in time.Hi: जब मंच पर उनकी बारी आई, प्रिया ने सोचबूझकर एक मजेदार कद्दू-नृत्य शुरू किया।En: When it was their turn on stage, Priya cleverly started a funny pumpkin dance.Hi: अर्जुन, जो अब भी एक कद्दू था, मासूमियत से अदाएं दिखाने लगा।En: Arjun, still a pumpkin, started showing innocent antics.Hi: दर्शक हंसने लगे और इसी बीच प्रिया ने जादू का स्तोत्र पढ़ा।En: The audience began to laugh, and in the meantime, Priya recited the magical chant.Hi: जैसे ही आखिरी कदम पर उन्होंने प्रदर्शन समाप्त किया, अर्जुन फिर से इंसान बन गया और सभी तालियों की गड़गड़ाहट से मंच गूंज उठा।En: As they concluded the performance with the last step, Arjun turned back into a human, and the stage resounded with applause from everyone.Hi: अर्जुन ने अपने नृत्य और कॉस्ट्यूम की अद्भुतता के कारण प्रतियोगिता जीत ली।En: Arjun won the competition due to the amazingness of their dance and costume.Hi: इस घटना के बाद अर्जुन ने अपनी दोस्त प्रिया की समस्या सुलझाने की कौशलता को खूब सराहा।En: After this incident, Arjun greatly appreciated his friend Priya's skill in solving problems.Hi: उसने यह भी समझा कि बिना सोचे समझे किसी भी जादुई वस्तु का सेवन करना कितना खतरनाक हो सकता है।En: He also learned how dangerous it can be to consume any magical item without thinking.Hi: हैलोवीन की वह रात अर्जुन और प्रिया के लिए यादगार बन गई, जिसे दोनों लंबे समय तक याद करते रहे।En: That Halloween night became memorable for Arjun and Priya, one they remembered for a long time.Hi: कहानी यही सिखाती है कि कभी-कभी हमारे सबसे अजीब अनुभव हमारी सबसे यादगार यादें बन जाते हैं।En: The story teaches us that sometimes our strangest experiences become our most memorable memories. Vocabulary Words:festival: फेस्टिवलcostumes: पोशाकोंdecorations: सजावटattractive: आकर्षकlaughter: हंसीfamous: मशहूरdetermined: ठान करmysterious: रहस्यमयीpotion: औषधिastonished: हैरानclever: चतुरskilled: माहिरsolution: उपायmythological: पौराणिकcomical: हास्यप्रदantics: अदाएंaudience: दर्शकapplause: तालियों की गड़गड़ाहटamazingness: अद्भुतताappreciated: सराहाskill: कौशलताdangerous: खतरनाकconsume: सेवनmemorable: यादगारstrangest: अजीबexperiences: अनुभवechoed: गूंजinnocent: मासूमियतresounded: गूंज उठाchanted: स्तोत्र पढ़ा

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This week on Pathology with Dr. Priya, a Zone 7 series, Sheryl McCollum and Dr. Priya Banerjee begin a two-part forensic review of the 2011 death of Ellen Greenberg, a young woman found with more than twenty stab wounds in her Philadelphia apartment. Despite the severity and location of her injuries, Ellen’s death was ruled a suicide not once but twice. In part one, Dr. Priya walks listeners through the science of sharp-force injuries, defines key forensic terminology, and explains why certain wound patterns, especially those to the back of the head and neck, raise significant questions about how this case was ever closed. Highlights (0:00) Welcome to Pathology with Dr. Priya: A Zone 7 series—Sheryl McCollum and Dr. Priya introduce the Ellen Greenberg case and outline the official findings (2:00) Dr. Priya defines sharp-force injuries and explains the difference between stab and cutting wounds (6:45) Identifying single-edged versus double-edged blades and how wound shape reveals the type of weapon (8:00) Understanding defensive wounds and what their presence means (10:30) The classification of cause and manner of death and why Ellen Greenberg’s case remains controversial (13:45) How and why medical examiners revisit cases when new information or legal action arises (16:30) Reviewing Ellen’s autopsy and toxicology results (18:45) Why stab wounds to the back of the head and neck are nearly impossible to self-inflict and what that reveals about this case About the Hosts Dr. Priya Banerjee is a board-certified forensic pathologist with extensive experience in death investigation, clinical forensics, and courtroom testimony. A graduate of Johns Hopkins, she served for over a decade as Rhode Island’s state medical examiner and now runs a private forensic pathology practice. Her work includes military deaths, NSA cases, and high-profile investigations. Dr. Priya has also been featured as a forensic expert on platforms such as CrimeOnline and Crime Stories with Nancy Grace. She is a dedicated educator, animal lover, and proud mom. Website: anchorforensicpathology.comTwitter/X: @Autopsy_MD Sheryl McCollum is an Emmy Award–winning CSI, a writer for CrimeOnline, and the Forensic and Crime Scene Expert for Crime Stories with Nancy Grace. She works as a CSI for a metro Atlanta Police Department and is the co-author of the textbook Cold Case: Pathways to Justice. Sheryl is also the founder and director of the Cold Case Investigative Research Institute (CCIRI), a nationally recognized nonprofit that brings together universities, law enforcement, and experts to help solve unsolved homicides, missing persons cases, and kidnappings. Email: coldcase2004@gmail.comTwitter/X: @ColdCaseTipsFacebook: @sheryl.mccollumInstagram: @officialzone7podcast

On this episode, Dr. Alex and Dr. Priya are back to take your questions on the "CSI of TMJ!" Find out how issues like headaches, neck pain, and ear ringing are related to TMJ, how they can be treated. Dr. Alex and Dr. Priya also share their own experiences with addressing these various TMJ related issues. If you experience any of the symptoms your fellow viewers/listeners are asking about, then this is another Q&A episode that you won't want to miss!*****Disclaimer*****The information in the "Unclenched" podcast is not diagnostic.The "Unclenched" Podcast and content posted by Dr. Alex and Dr. Priya is presented solely for general informational and educational for the TMJ suffers and health care professionals. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast or website is at the user's own risk. The contents of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional dental/ medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical/dental advice for any medical/dental condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions.© All materials and information included in this podcast are protected by U.S. and international copyright laws.The materials and information in this podcast are copyrighted by us and/or by other applicable rights holders. You may download a single copy of this podcast for your own personal, noncommercial use only, provided you include all applicable notices and disclaimers. Any other use of the materials and information is strictly prohibited without our prior written permission and the permission of the applicable rights holder(s).

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We live in an era of infinite scrolls, curated feeds, and algorithms, with each click designed to keep us hooked just a little longer. But the promise of technology has too often become a race for metrics and growth, moving further away from its original purpose: connecting people. In this episode, we’re speaking to Grace Clapham and Priya Goswami, two people embedded in the worlds of tech and ethical innovation. Grace is the founder of The Worth Club, a movement reimagining leadership, value, and self-worth, and former Director of Community Partnerships at Meta. Priya is a national award–winning filmmaker and co-founder of Mumkin App, an ethical tech initiative focused on feminist technologies. Each of them unpacks how we got here and what it will take to centre wellbeing and community in a tech-first world. Host: Devanshi VaidProduced and edited by: Shreya Adhikari, Devanshi Vaid, and Halima AnsariIDR is an online journal that publishes cutting-edge ideas, lessons, and insights written by and for the people working on some of India’s toughest problems. For more information about IDR, visit www.idronline.com. Also, follow IDR on Linkedin, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. Watch the episode here, or read the transcript here. This podcast is a Maed in India production.Donate: https://idronline.org/donate/

Before a body is ever opened, a medical examiner must consider what dangers might be waiting inside: fentanyl, tuberculosis or even a hidden needle. This week on Pathology with Dr. Priya, a Zone 7 series, Sheryl McCollum and Dr. Priya Banerjee share stories from their recent visit to Lake Tobias Wildlife Park. There, they took part in Wildlife CSI training, a hands-on blend of forensic education and animal encounters, including time with Chester, a baby kangaroo who quickly won everyone over. From there, the conversation shifts to the serious risks medical examiners face every day. From bloodborne pathogens and drug exposure to unstable death scenes and unpredictable infections, Dr. Priya offers a closer look at the hidden hazards behind every autopsy. Highlights (0:00) Welcome to Pathology with Dr. Priya: A Zone 7 series—Sheryl and Dr. Priya open the episode with highlights from the Wildlife CSI training at Lake Tobias Wildlife Park (3:15) Embracing lifelong learning, from seasoned investigators to students in the field (4:45 Honoring Dr. Jane Goodall and recognizing how wildlife crime intersects with forensic science (6:30) The hidden dangers of autopsy work: COVID, drug exposure, and unknown infections (8:30) Safety in the morgue: scalpel slips, needle sticks, and the rise of pandemic-era protocols (12:30) Fentanyl, MRSA, TB, and the health risks involved in cases with limited medical histories or unidentified individuals (17:00) Environmental hazards at the death scene, from fire damage and rough terrain to unpredictable animals (22:15) Morgue myths, pet protection, and why even the smallest details can carry big dangers About the Hosts Dr. Priya Banerjee is a board-certified forensic pathologist with extensive experience in death investigation, clinical forensics, and courtroom testimony. A graduate of Johns Hopkins, she served for over a decade as Rhode Island’s state medical examiner and now runs a private forensic pathology practice. Her work includes military deaths, NSA cases, and high-profile investigations. Dr. Priya has also been featured as a forensic expert on platforms such as CrimeOnline and Crime Stories with Nancy Grace. She is a dedicated educator, animal lover, and proud mom. Website: anchorforensicpathology.comTwitter/X: @Autopsy_MD Sheryl McCollum is an Emmy Award–winning CSI, a writer for CrimeOnline, and the Forensic and Crime Scene Expert for Crime Stories with Nancy Grace. She works as a CSI for a metro Atlanta Police Department and is the co-author of the textbook Cold Case: Pathways to Justice. Sheryl is also the founder and director of the Cold Case Investigative Research Institute (CCIRI), a nationally recognized nonprofit that brings together universities, law enforcement, and experts to help solve unsolved homicides, missing persons cases, and kidnappings. Email: coldcase2004@gmail.comTwitter/X: @ColdCaseTipsFacebook: @sheryl.mccollumInstagram: @officialzone7podcast

In this week's Crime Roundup, Sheryl McCollum and Joshua Schiffer discuss one of the most urgent and misunderstood frontiers in criminal law: who owns your identity in the age of AI? From celebrities digitally resurrected without consent to student-athletes blocked from profiting off their own names, Sheryl and Joshua expose the legal chaos surrounding name, image, and likeness (NIL). They share real cases involving image theft, fraud, and stalking to show just how deep this rabbit hole goes, including how NIL rights intersect with immigration law, gambling, and even organized crime. Whether it’s a deepfake of Robin Williams or a repurposed viral video, the message is clear: your face, your voice, and your story... they’re assets. And they’re up for grabs. Highlights: (0:00) Welcome to Crime Roundup with Sheryl McCollum and Joshua Schiffer (1:00) The power of presence: from Michael Jackson to Jennifer Aniston (3:30) Robin Williams’ image and the dangers of AI-generated deepfakes (5:30) What is NIL, and why it matters in crime, sports, and identity (9:00) Real-world image theft: fraud, fake agents, and misused images in advertising (10:45) When student visas block NIL deals (12:00) Who owns the school logos in NIL endorsements? (14:30) Why you cannot always use your own sports photos (17:00) Free speech vs. image rights: parody, politics, and the First Amendment (18:30) Public figures and stalking: where the law draws the line (24:45) Illegal gambling, NIL, and the risk of game-fixing (29:30) Protecting yourself in the digital age (34:45) This week’s message: “The capacity for love knows no bounds.” About the Hosts Joshua Schiffer is a veteran trial attorney and one of the Southeast’s most respected legal voices. He is a founding partner at ChancoSchiffer P.C., where he has litigated high-stakes criminal, civil rights, and personal injury cases for over two decades. Known for his bold courtroom presence and ability to clearly explain complex legal issues, Schiffer is a frequent media contributor and a fearless advocate for accountability. Sheryl “Mac” McCollum is an Emmy Award-winning CSI, a writer for CrimeOnline, a forensic and crime scene expert for Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, and co-author of the textbook Cold Case: Pathways to Justice. She is the founder and director of the Cold Case Investigative Research Institute, a national collaboration that advances techniques for solving cold cases and assists families and law enforcement with unsolved homicides, missing persons, and kidnappings.

Mocha gets called out by a listener's mom for possibly using a booster seat while driving—does he or doesn't he? The crew weighs in with jokes, theories, and a few surprising confessions. Plus, Priya asks what parts of each other's lives Roz and Mocha would struggle with if they had to switch places. From cooking and dog walking to tight pants and sleep apnea, it's a hilarious look at what makes each of them tick.

Roz gets caught humming John Cena's wrestling theme and Mocha puts his WWE knowledge to the test. Mocha shares a story about a wild sandwich packed with gabagool from a New Jersey shop, and Roz can't believe the price. Priya asks what parts of each other's lives Roz and Mocha would struggle with if they switched places—tight pants and dog walks included. Plus, Laura asks Roz about cat food, Tammy's garage sale hits a snag with an Amazon bin, and Ally shares how the show helped her through 20 months of maternity leave. Also, ear candling gets debated, and Maurie's celibacy gets a mention in a hilarious life-swap scenario.

Money isn't just about numbers. It's about worth, safety, and possibility. Yet most of us were never taught how to handle it, and many of us carry fear, shame, or scarcity when it comes to our finances.In this episode, Sarah talks with Priya Malani, Founder and CEO of Stash Wealth and host of The F Word podcast, about how to demystify money and reclaim financial confidence. Together they explore why money is a neutral tool, how to shift from fear to empowerment, and why aligning your finances with your values is one of the most radical forms of care.You'll hear:• Why money is so emotionally charged and how to navigate the fear and shame it brings up• How to break the cycle of scarcity, feast-or-famine, and “I'm just bad with money” beliefs• Simple, practical steps to create financial stability like automation and emergency funds• Why wealth isn't about greed but about amplifying your values and goals• How to stay grounded and intentional with money during uncertain timesMore on Priya Malani: Priya Malani is the founder and CEO of Stash Wealth, the financial planning firm for ambitious 30-somethings who want to get their financial sh*t together.Known for her no-BS, jargon-free take on money, Priya helps clients keep (or even upgrade) their lifestyle while still hitting bigger goals - whether that's buying a home, taking a sabbatical, starting a family, or buying a G-Wagon with zero guilt.Her expertise is regularly featured in The New York Times, BuzzFeed, Business Insider, Forbes, NerdWallet, and many more. She's also the host of The F. Word Podcast, recently named Best Investor Podcast at the 2025 Wealth Management Industry Awards.When she's not challenging outdated financial advice, you'll find her in New York City, likely testing out a new restaurant or planning her next international trip.Website: https://www.stashwealth.com/Podcast - 'The F. Word Podcast': https://www.stashwealth.com/podcastContact: hey@stashwealth.com Join Our Community:Join the Moon Studio Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/themoonstudioBuy the 2025 Many Moons Lunar Planner: https://moon-studio.co/collections/all-products-excluding-route/products/many-moons-2025Subscribe to our newsletter: https://moon-studio.co/pages/newsletterFind Sarah on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gottesss/ 

This week’s episode of Pathology with Dr. Priya, a Zone 7 series, is all about your questions on the science behind death investigation. Together, Sheryl McCollum and Dr. Priya Banerjee take on the topics that listeners are most curious about, from family rights and religious objections to what autopsies can and cannot reveal. They also dispel misconceptions about embalming, toxicology, and even what really happens at the funeral home. With clarity and respect, Dr. Priya and Sheryl break down the science, the law, and the realities behind the most-asked questions in forensic pathology. Highlights (0:00) Welcome to Pathology with Dr. Priya: A Zone 7 series—Sheryl and Dr. Priya open with a discussion of the Celeste Rivas case (6:45) The "CSI-effect": how media shapes public perception of forensic science, the risks of misinformation, and why caution is critical in cold case investigations (8:45) Can a forensic pathologist always determine the cause and time of death? (11:15) Can family members refuse an autopsy, and how do religious objections work? (17:00) Can any family member request a private autopsy, or must it be the legal next of kin? (19:00) Does an autopsy prevent an open-casket funeral? (21:15) Do funeral homes use newspapers or sawdust to fill body cavities? (23:15) Can an autopsy be performed after embalming, and how does that affect toxicology? (25:30) The role of funeral directors and double-checks before cremation, catching missed injuries and ensuring nothing is overlooked About the Hosts Dr. Priya Banerjee is a board-certified forensic pathologist with extensive experience in death investigation, clinical forensics, and courtroom testimony. A graduate of Johns Hopkins, she served for over a decade as Rhode Island’s state medical examiner and now runs a private forensic pathology practice. Her work includes military deaths, NSA cases, and high-profile investigations. Dr. Priya has also been featured as a forensic expert on platforms such as CrimeOnline and Crime Stories with Nancy Grace. She is a dedicated educator, animal lover, and proud mom. Website: anchorforensicpathology.comTwitter/X: @Autopsy_MD Sheryl McCollum is an Emmy Award–winning CSI, a writer for CrimeOnline, and the Forensic and Crime Scene Expert for Crime Stories with Nancy Grace. She works as a CSI for a metro Atlanta Police Department and is the co-author of the textbook Cold Case: Pathways to Justice. Sheryl is also the founder and director of the Cold Case Investigative Research Institute (CCIRI), a nationally recognized nonprofit that brings together universities, law enforcement, and experts to help solve unsolved homicides, missing persons cases, and kidnappings. Email: coldcase2004@gmail.comTwitter/X: @ColdCaseTipsFacebook: @sheryl.mccollumInstagram: @officialzone7podcast

On this episode of Crime Roundup, Sheryl McCollum and Joshua Schiffer return to break down the week’s most talked-about legal and criminal cases. They begin with new developments in the Celeste Revis investigation, where digital footprints, fake ID's, and silence from those who should have spoken up paint a grim picture of what may have happened. Sheryl and Joshua examine the forensic limitations, explore possible motives, and discuss the mounting pressure surrounding a key figure in the case. They then turned their attention to Sean “Diddy” Combs, as Joshua discusses Combs’ latest court appearance, the credibility of character letters, and the legal strategy behind his reported prison rehab efforts ahead of sentencing. Finally, Sheryl and Joshua revisit the Mann Act and its historical and modern application, including how it shaped the case of boxing legend Jack Johnson and the significance of the posthumous pardon Johnson received from President Trump. Highlights: (0:00) Welcome to Crime Roundup with Sheryl McCollum and Joshua Schiffer (0:15) Celeste Rivas case update: fake IDs and the weight of silence (5:15) Forensic challenges: decomposition, timeline gaps, and physical evidence (17:15) Digital trails: social media, delivery records, and phone data, and why a canceled tour raises eyebrows (19:45) What character letters really mean as Sean “Diddy” Combs appears in court (21:15) Rehab educational opportunities: legal strategy or authentic program? (22:45) The Mann Act: what it is, how it works, and how it has been applied (22:15 The case of Jack Johnson, the Mann Act, and the significance of Trump’s posthumous pardon About the Hosts Joshua Schiffer is a veteran trial attorney and one of the Southeast’s most respected legal voices. He is a founding partner at ChancoSchiffer P.C., where he has litigated high-stakes criminal, civil rights, and personal injury cases for over two decades. Known for his bold courtroom presence and ability to clearly explain complex legal issues, Schiffer is a frequent media contributor and a fearless advocate for accountability. Sheryl “Mac” McCollum is an Emmy Award-winning CSI, a writer for CrimeOnline, a forensic and crime scene expert for Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, and co-author of the textbook Cold Case: Pathways to Justice. She is the founder and director of the Cold Case Investigative Research Institute, a national collaboration that advances techniques for solving cold cases and assists families and law enforcement with unsolved homicides, missing persons, and kidnappings.

This week on Pathology with Dr. Priya, a Zone 7 series, Dr. Priya Banerjee and Sheryl McCollum walk through a case that’s captured national attention—the discovery of a missing teenager’s body in the trunk of a car linked to a rising music star. From decomposition and dismemberment, to teeth, tattoos, and tech, Dr. Priya breaks down how identification works when the body is severely compromised. Together, she and Sheryl discuss the forensic challenges, legal red flags, and the many unanswered questions that still surround the case. Highlights (0:00) Sheryl McCollum and Dr. Priya focus the week’s episode on the discovery of a young girl's body in the trunk of a famous musician’s car (4:45) How decomposition and dismemberment alter a body, and the tools pathologists use to uncover the truth (11:00) Tattoos, teeth, and tech come into play as investigators work to identify the victim and interpret the meaning behind the song “Romantic Homicide” (15:30) Dating a minor: red flags, blurred boundaries, and the legal realities behind grooming and consent (16:45) “I got a beater car, and if it ain’t in my driveway, I’m going to call somebody.” Why the car wasn't reported stolen and what that might suggest about ownership and intent (17:45) How anthropology and toxicology provide answers when traditional autopsy results fall short (24:30) Looking at the bigger picture: survival, exploitation, and the forensic clues left behind in both bones and behaviors About the Hosts Dr. Priya Banerjee is a board-certified forensic pathologist with extensive experience in death investigation, clinical forensics, and courtroom testimony. A graduate of Johns Hopkins, she served for over a decade as Rhode Island’s state medical examiner and now runs a private forensic pathology practice. Her work includes military deaths, NSA cases, and high-profile investigations. Dr. Priya has also been featured as a forensic expert on platforms such as CrimeOnline and Crime Stories with Nancy Grace. She is a dedicated educator, animal lover, and proud mom. Website: anchorforensicpathology.comTwitter/X: @Autopsy_MD Sheryl McCollum is an Emmy Award–winning CSI, a writer for CrimeOnline, and the Forensic and Crime Scene Expert for Crime Stories with Nancy Grace. She works as a CSI for a metro Atlanta Police Department and is the co-author of the textbook Cold Case: Pathways to Justice. Sheryl is also the founder and director of the Cold Case Investigative Research Institute (CCIRI), a nationally recognized nonprofit that brings together universities, law enforcement, and experts to help solve unsolved homicides, missing persons cases, and kidnappings. Email: coldcase2004@gmail.comTwitter/X: @149zone7Facebook: @sheryl.mccollumInstagram: @officialzone7podcast

This week on Crime Roundup, former Secret Service agent Jim Rathmann joins Sheryl McCollum to examine the assassination of Charlie Kirk and what it reveals about growing security threats in the United States. Using his protection and weapons expertise, Rathmann walks through the timeline of the attack, analyzes the shooter’s behavior, and highlights security failures that left both the speaker and crowd exposed. Sheryl and Jim also discuss the rise of copycat violence, the role of online misinformation, and the ethical consequences of political extremism. Highlights: (0:00) Sheryl opens with a breakdown of the Charlie Kirk assassination timeline (2:15) Jim Rathmann joins the show and discusses early video footage, crowd reactions, and the shot trajectory (6:30) Was it a professional hit or an untrained attack? Breaking down shot placement and rooftop tactics (8:30) Copycats and connections: what this attack has in common with others (14:15) "That guy looks like my doppelganger”: the suspect’s online posts and chat group confession (15:45) A father's choice to turn in his son and the aftermath for two families (19:30) Security failures, skipped steps, and countermeasures needed for the safety of future public events (21:45) Political differences, free speech, and finding a moral compass (25:45) Debunking conspiracy theories, online speculation, and viral misinformation (32:15) Sheryl commends law enforcement’s 16-minute response and coordinated effort (34:45) Future threats: desperation for attention and the risk of copycats (37:00) Sheryl wraps the show with some good news: Jim’s son Ethan’s baseball success About the Hosts Joshua Schiffer is a veteran trial attorney and one of the Southeast’s most respected legal voices. He is a founding partner at ChancoSchiffer P.C., where he has litigated high-stakes criminal, civil rights, and personal injury cases for over two decades. Known for his bold courtroom presence and ability to clearly explain complex legal issues, Schiffer is a frequent media contributor and a fearless advocate for accountability. Sheryl “Mac” McCollum is an Emmy Award-winning CSI, a writer for CrimeOnline, a forensic and crime scene expert for Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, and co-author of the textbook Cold Case: Pathways to Justice. She is the founder and director of the Cold Case Investigative Research Institute, a national collaboration that advances techniques for solving cold cases and assists families and law enforcement with unsolved homicides, missing persons, and kidnappings.