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Actress Singer/Songwriter Taylor Blackwell
Born on September 1, 1998, in West Palm Beach, Florida, Taylor Blackwell (they/she) is a multi-talented actor, musician, writer, and director. They began acting at age five and were mentored by legendary actor Burt Reynolds, notably becoming the youngest student to ever attend his weekly Master acting class at age 10. 
 
Career Highlights
Acting: Blackwell is well-known for roles such as Lauren Evans in the series Magic City, Susie in Dolphin Tale 2, and Amy Bleecker in Designated Survivor. Recent credits include Syfy's Resident Alien, Showtime's American Gigolo, and FX's Mayans M.C..
Music: They are a member of the "bubblegum punk" band the tenth, co-founded with actress Harley Quinn Smith. Blackwell released their debut solo album, In Memory of Haroldine, on September 1, 2021. They play multiple instruments, including the guitar, ukulele, piano, and accordion.
Directing & Writing: In 2024–2025, they wrote, directed, and starred in the short film biopic It Happened: The Judy Tenuta Story, a tribute to the late comedienne.
Visual Art: They are a visual artist and the creator of The Infinite Possibilities Oracle Deck. 
 
Personal Details
Education: They attended a performing arts middle and high school in Florida, specializing in theater.
Creative Ventures: Blackwell hosted the podcast CelebriTAY and illustrated the children's book Fred Needs a Hat.
Professional Representation: They are associated with the Stellar Talent Agency. 
Blackwell has received a Young Artist Award nomination for their work on Magic City and Army Wives. They split their time between Los Angeles and New York City. 
 

Behind the Veil - The Mystery of Malaysia Flight 370 
 
Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 disappeared on March 8, 2014, during a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing, and its wreckage has never been found. The cause remains one of aviation's greatest unsolved mysteries, with the leading theories pointing to a deliberate diversion and crash in the Southern Indian Ocean. 
 
The Disappearance
The Boeing 777, with 227 passengers and 12 crew members on board, last communicated with air traffic control less than an hour after takeoff. The aircraft's transponder and communications systems were then manually turned off, and military radar showed it deviating from its planned route, turning westward and flying across the Malay Peninsula before heading south into the remote Indian Ocean. 
Automated "handshake" signals with an Inmarsat satellite indicated the plane continued to fly for hours until it ran out of fuel and crashed. Analysis of these signals and ocean drift modeling of subsequent debris narrowed the likely crash area to a specific arc in the Southern Indian Ocean. 
 
Key Evidence and Theories
Debris: Beginning in 2015, over two dozen pieces of debris washed ashore on coastlines in the western Indian Ocean, including Réunion Island, Mozambique, and Tanzania. Three pieces were positively identified as being from MH370, confirming the plane crashed in the ocean.
Pilot Involvement: The leading theory among experts is that someone with intimate knowledge of the aircraft deliberately diverted the plane. Evidence supporting this includes the manual turning off of the communication systems and the discovery that the captain, Zaharie Ahmad Shah, had conducted a simulated flight into the Southern Indian Ocean on his home simulator less than a month before the disappearance.
Incapacitated Crew: Another viable theory is a "ghost plane" scenario, where the crew and passengers became incapacitated, possibly due to a fire or rapid decompression, and the plane continued on autopilot until it ran out of fuel. 
 
Current Status (Late 2025)
The official, government-led search efforts by Malaysia, Australia, and China were suspended in January 2017 after an extensive search of the seafloor yielded no wreckage. A subsequent private search by the American marine robotics firm Ocean Infinity in 2018 was also unsuccessful. 
A new "no find, no fee" search by Ocean Infinity was approved by the Malaysian government in March 2025 and began shortly after. However, this latest search was suspended in April 2025 due to seasonal weather conditions but is planned to resume at the end of 2025. 

THE 27 CLUB
The 27 Club is a popular culture phenomenon and urban legend referring to the unusual number of influential musicians, artists, and actors who have died at the age of 27, often due to drug or alcohol abuse, suicide, or accidents. 
While scientific studies have debunked the idea of a statistical spike in musician deaths at this specific age, the perceived coincidence continues to capture public fascination. The myth gained prominence in the early 1970s with the deaths of several rock icons in a short period, and the narrative was reinforced after Kurt Cobain's death in 1994 and Amy Winehouse's in 2011. 
Notable Members
The most prominent figures associated with the 27 Club include:
Robert Johnson (d. 1938): A pioneering Delta blues musician, he is considered the "first" member of the club and is part of the legend that he sold his soul to the devil for musical prowess.
Brian Jones (d. 1969): The founding member and original leader of The Rolling Stones, he drowned in his swimming pool after consuming alcohol and drugs.
Jimi Hendrix (d. 1970): The innovative and highly influential rock guitarist who died of a drug overdose involving barbiturates.
Janis Joplin (d. 1970): A powerful blues and rock singer, she died of a heroin overdose in her hotel room.
Jim Morrison (d. 1971): The enigmatic lead singer of The Doors, whose cause of death in Paris was officially ruled as heart failure, though drug use was suspected.
Kurt Cobain (d. 1994): The frontman of the grunge band Nirvana, he died by a self-inflicted gunshot wound, with a high concentration of heroin in his system.
Amy Winehouse (d. 2011): The British singer-songwriter known for her soulful voice, she died of accidental alcohol poisoning. 
Other artists and actors sometimes included in the broader list are artist Jean-Michel Basquiat, Grateful Dead keyboardist Ron "Pigpen" McKernan, and actor Anton Yelchin. 
Cultural Impact vs. Statistical Reality
The enduring nature of the 27 Club is less about a true statistical anomaly and more about the power of storytelling and media reinforcement. The concentration of several highly famous deaths at the same age within a short timeframe (1969-1971) created a powerful narrative that stuck in the public consciousness. 
While one study published in the British Medical Journal in 2011 found that young adult musicians have a higher death rate overall than the general population, it concluded there was no specific increased risk at age 27 compared to other young ages. However, the myth itself has led to increased visibility and cultural prominence for those who die at that age, perpetuating the idea. 
 

AN EVENING WITH THE RAT PACKTony Sands as "Frank Sinatra"Robert Cabella as "Dean Martin" & Jeff Foote as "Sammy Davis Jr."
 
The Tony Sands Rat Pack Tribute, often titled "Rat Pack Together Again," is a live stage show that brings to life the style, music, and camaraderie of the legendary Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Sammy Davis Jr..
The performance is a mix of iconic songs, comedy sketches, and witty banter, designed to transport the audience back to the golden era of Las Vegas entertainment.
Key Features of the Show:
Performers: Tony Sands stars as Frank Sinatra, with other performers taking on the roles of Dean Martin (e.g., Robert Cabella) and Sammy Davis Jr. (e.g., Jeff Foote). Their portrayals are described as "spot on," capturing the unique charisma and vocal styles of the original stars.
Live Big Band Music:
The show features a "wonderful mix" of the Rat Pack's greatest hits, including Sinatra's "Come Fly With Me" and "My Way," Martin's "That's Amore" and "Everybody Loves Somebody," and Davis Jr.'s "Mr. Bojangles" and "Candy Man". The performers sing individual hits as well as songs where they would have united on stage.
Live Band:
The impersonators are typically backed by a live big band, such as the group Swingtopia, which provides rich and authentic musical arrangements that fill the room.Atmosphere: The performance aims to recreate the experience of seeing the original Rat Pack live at the Sands Casino in the 1960s. This includes "breezy" onstage banter, light-hearted comedy, and crowd work that captures the genuine chemistry and "mischief" of the trio.
Themed Shows: Sands also offers a Christmas-themed version of the show, which incorporates seasonal classics like "White Christmas" and "Let It Snow" alongside the standard hits.
The overall experience is a high-energy, nostalgic journey that pays tribute to an era of classic American entertainment, leaving audiences feeling as though the legends are still performing today. You can find more details about the performer and tour dates on the Tony Sands website.
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Behind the Veil - When Mystery Becomes History
In a world where truth is filtered, packaged, and buried beneath layers of secrecy, one show dares to lift the curtain. Behind the Veil is more than a podcast—it’s an expedition into the hidden corridors of power, myth, and mystery.
Each episode plays out like a classified dossier unlocked for the first time…A whisper of intrigue.A clue overlooked.A shadow on the edge of history.
From the endlessly dissected tragedy of a fallen president to the explosive controversies shaping modern culture, Behind the Veil traces the secret arteries running beneath our world—connecting eras, ideologies, and the figures who drive them. The show doesn’t just explore theories; it dissects them with forensic precision, cinematic storytelling, and an unflinching willingness to follow the evidence wherever it leads.
The past is never dead.The present is never what it seems.And the line between the two is where this show lives.
With each revelation, each contradiction, each hidden chapter uncovered, Behind the Veil pulls listeners deeper into the labyrinth—where motive meets mystery, and the truth waits just out of sight.
Behind the Veil pulls back the curtain on the stories, secrets, and shadowy narratives that have shaped our world. From the mysteries surrounding iconic historical figures to the controversies surrounding today’s most polarizing voices, the show dives deep into the theories people whisper about but rarely explore.
Each episode traces the hidden threads connecting past and present—uncovering documents, dissecting timelines, and examining the claims that linger in the gray space between fact and speculation. Whether it’s global intrigue, political puzzles, unexplained phenomena, or the cultural forces driving modern conspiracies, Behind the Veil goes where others don’t.
Every theory. One source.®
If there’s a question no one is asking—or an answer someone doesn’t want found—you’ll hear it here. From the legends of yesterday to the controversies of today, we go there.™
Step into the unknown.Listen closely.What you learn may change everything.
 

 
New Jersey Radio Personality
Geri Petito
Geri Petito is a Recovery Coach and a Nutritional Health Coach Available for Your Services
 
July 27, 1991, author Geri Petito made a decision to stop using drugs. She was what you might call a functioning drug addict. Her family didn't know she used and most of her friends were unaware as well. But that day came when she knew she was spiraling out of control. Petito checked herself into a rehab facility and stayed there for the full thirty days. It changed her life.
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In I'm Not an Addict... I'm Just an Ass!, she narrates a personal, intimate, honest, and sometimes lighthearted account of her road to recovery, a story that inspires others to take the same journey. She shares the steps she took to change her thinking from unhealthy to healthy, including honesty, faith, surrender, soul-searching, integrity, acceptance, humility and enabling, willingness, forgiveness, maintenance, making contact, and service.
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Petito tells how she felt anger, frustration, and pessimism, and how it eventually turned into hopefulness, gratitude, and empowerment. I'm Not an Addict... I'm Just an Ass! communicates that these emotions are essential to the start of the road to recovery beginning a new life with a healthy mind, body, and spirit.
 
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https://www.genedinapoli.com/
Gene DiNapoli, widely known as "Mr. Entertainment," is a multifaceted American entertainer, actor, DJ, MC, producer, and the owner of the production company "Gene DiNapoli Presents". He is most famous for his work as one of the country's top Elvis Presley tribute artists, a role he has performed for over 40 years.    
Career HighlightsTribute Artist: DiNapoli has performed his highly regarded Elvis tribute show in numerous venues, including B.B. King's nightclub in Times Square for eight years and at casinos in New York. He also performs a Blues Brothers tribute and general music shows covering genres from Sinatra to pop hits of the 70s and 80s.Actor: He has appeared in several film and TV productions, including narrating Elvis Presley stories on the American Heroes channel show America's Most Badass. His acting credits also include roles in the TV show Kingpin, where he played John Gotti's best friend Angelo Ruggeiro, and movies like High Resolution and Bully: The Rico Story.

        Does The Government "Own" The Media?
Media manipulation controls narratives by exploiting human psychology and digital platforms' features through techniques such as misinformation campaigns, algorithmic bias, and AI-generated content (like deepfakes). This has become a significant global risk, with various actors, including governments, political parties, and corporations, using these methods to shape public opinion and further their agendas. 
 
Key Techniques and Mechanisms
Algorithmic Manipulation: Social media platforms use complex algorithms to personalize user feeds, prioritizing content that maximizes engagement, often leading to the amplification of emotionally charged or sensational content. This creates "echo chambers" that validate existing beliefs and contribute to societal polarization rather than informed discourse.
AI-Generated Content: The rise of generative AI has introduced sophisticated tools for creating convincing fake media.
Deepfakes/Synthetic Media: Highly realistic manipulated videos, images, and audio can depict people saying or doing things they never did. This can be used to damage reputations, spread false information (e.g., fake political endorsements), and interfere with democratic processes.
AI Bots and Troll Armies: Automated accounts and human-operated troll farms are used to rapidly disseminate misleading information, game trending algorithms, and flood online spaces to crowd out dissenting views.
Targeted Disinformation Campaigns: Actors actively plant and amplify false or misleading information to specific audiences. These campaigns often focus on sensitive issues like elections, public health (e.g., during the COVID-19 pandemic), or social conflicts to sow discord, confuse the public, and undermine trust in credible institutions.
Censorship and Information Suppression: Controlling the narrative also involves suppressing opposing viewpoints. This can range from explicit state censorship to more subtle methods like de-prioritizing certain content in algorithmic feeds or targeting journalists with social engineering attacks. 
 
Impact on the Narrative
The goal of these techniques is to ensure a desired viewpoint dominates public discourse, shaping how events are received and interpreted. This manipulation can: 
Erode Trust: Undermine the credibility of legitimate media and information sources, making it difficult for the public to discern truth from fiction.
Increase Polarization: Reinforce existing biases and create deeply divided communities, as people are rarely exposed to challenging or complex data.
Influence Political Outcomes: Sway public opinion and potentially influence elections or public policy decisions through targeted messaging and the spread of false claims about candidates or issues. 
 
Counteracting Manipulation
Efforts to combat media manipulation and narrative control include developing detection tools, implementing content labels, promoting media literacy, and fostering international collaboration on regulatory frameworks. Technological solutions, such as blockchain for content authentication, are also being explored to help verify the authenticity of digital media. 

 
EPSTEIN, KIRK & OTHER GOVERNMENT ATROCITIES
 
“Epstein, Kirk, and Other American Atrocities”
This collection of topics reflects a critique of a series of high-profile failures, abuses, or scandals in modern American history. Though unrelated in their specifics, they are often grouped together in discussions about systemic corruption, moral collapse among elites, and the darker sides of U.S. institutions.
1. Jeffrey Epstein
Jeffrey Epstein was a financier who ran an extensive network of sexual exploitation involving minors. His connections to powerful figures in politics, finance, and entertainment raised questions about:
How he avoided serious consequences for years
Possible institutional protection and negligence
Broader failures in the criminal justice system
Epstein’s death in jail (officially ruled a suicide) fueled widespread suspicion about cover-ups, inadequate oversight, and the ability of wealth to shield wrongdoing.
2. “Kirk” – Contextual Possibilities
Because "Kirk" is broad, interpretations vary. The two most common references in discussions about U.S. misconduct are:
a. USS Kirk
A U.S. Navy ship associated with the chaotic final days of the Vietnam War, especially the evacuation of South Vietnamese civilians. Its story highlights:
The human toll of American foreign interventions
Diplomatic failures and the collapse of U.S. strategy
b. Charlie Kirk (if referring to political actors)
If the reference is to political commentator Charlie Kirk, criticisms typically focus on:
Polarization in U.S. political culture
The role of media personalities in spreading misinformation or inflaming social tensions
Either way, “Kirk” generally symbolizes failures of leadership—military, political, or ideological.
3. “Other American Atrocities”
This phrase usually encompasses a long list of historical and modern failures attributed to U.S. systems or institutions, such as:
Governmental or Military Actions
The Vietnam War and Iraq War civilian casualties
CIA covert operations abroad
Treatment of Indigenous populations
The Japanese-American internment camps
Domestic Institutional Failures
Systemic racial injustice
Police brutality
Mass incarceration
Human trafficking cases that went ignored or unprosecuted
Elite Corruption & Accountability Failures
Corporate malfeasance
Political scandals
Failures to prosecute high-status offenders
Overall Theme
The umbrella narrative ties together stories that illustrate a pattern:when powerful individuals or institutions act without transparency or accountability, the consequences often become tragedies — legally, morally, or socially.
These examples serve as critiques of:
institutional corruption
moral failures of leadership
the consequences of unchecked authority
systemic injustices that disproportionately harm vulnerable populations

SENSITIVE SUBJECT MATTER: DISCRETION ADVISED
About Our Open Forum Concept
An open forum podcast is a format where one or more hosts, often with a moderator, engage in a structured discussion on a specific topic. It's characterized by a natural, often improvised, conversation between the hosts. This format encourages diverse perspectives and allows for a more collaborative and dynamic flow than a scripted interview. 
 
THE RETURN OF PASTER STEVEN KWIATKOWSKI(AKA) THE ROWDY REV
GOD ... Help Us All, He's Back!  Pastor Steven Kwiatkowski, Pastor of Union Bible Church in Clementon, NJ is BACK WITH A VENGENCE and Lord help all who get in his way. He has asked for this air time,  and in the interest of Public Service we have granted it to him. It has been quite some time since the good reverend has been here, if you listen regularly, YOU KNOW WHY. Lets just hope that no one is harmed in the making of this podcast. AMEN! THE STATE OF ISRAELI WORLD RELATIONS
The phrase "Israel versus the world" reflects a common perception that Israel faces widespread international criticism and diplomatic isolation, particularly in the context of the ongoing Israel-Palestine and regional conflicts. This perception is supported by several current geopolitical and public opinion trends, though Israel still maintains key alliances, most notably with the United States. 
 
Key Areas of International Friction
Gaza and Regional Conflicts: Israel is currently engaged in the Gaza war (since October 2023) and has ongoing conflicts with Iran-backed groups, including Hezbollah in Lebanon and other militias in Syria and Yemen. The military actions in Gaza, which have resulted in a severe humanitarian crisis, have drawn significant global condemnation and scrutiny.
International Bodies and Legal Scrutiny: Israel faces legal challenges at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) and the International Criminal Court (ICC), including accusations of war crimes and genocide. The UN Security Council and General Assembly have passed numerous resolutions critical of Israel's actions and its occupation of Palestinian territories, which are often met with US support for Israel.
Diplomatic Relations and Recognition: As of September 2025, while Israel has diplomatic ties with 160 UN member states, many countries have expressed negative views or have taken diplomatic steps, such as recognizing a Palestinian state. In September 2025, several European nations, including the UK and France, announced the recognition of a Palestinian state, a move condemned by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Global Public Opinion: A Pew Research Center survey from spring 2025 found that most people across 24 surveyed countries hold negative views of Israel and its Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu. This suggests a significant decline in Israel's "soft power" and international reputation. 
 
Alliances and Support
Despite the widespread criticism, Israel is not entirely isolated. 
United States Support: The US remains Israel's most important ally, providing extensive military and diplomatic support. The U.S. has used its veto power in the UN Security Council to block resolutions unfavorable to Israel in the past, though recent resolutions have passed with US backing.
Regional Partnerships: Driven by shared concerns over Iran's regional influence, Israel has normalized relations with several Arab states through the Abraham Accords (UAE, Bahrain, Morocco, Sudan), leading to new partnerships.
Other Allies: Countries like Kenya and Nigeria hold relatively favorable views of Israel, and other nations have continued to supply military technology and maintain economic ties. 
In summary, while Israel faces significant international pressure and widespread negative public opinion regarding its conflicts, it maintains crucial strategic alliances, particularly with the United States and some Arab nations, which prevent its total isolation on the world stage. 
 

 
An open forum podcast is a format where one or more hosts, often with a moderator, engage in a structured discussion on a specific topic. It's characterized by a natural, often improvised, conversation between the hosts. This format encourages diverse perspectives and allows for a more collaborative and dynamic flow than a scripted interview. THE RISE OF THE DEEP FAKE STATE
 
Deepfakes are realistic but manipulated videos, photos, or audio recordings created with AI that can make people appear to say or do things they never did. While they have potential benefits in entertainment and e-commerce, deepfakes are often used maliciously for creating non-consensual pornography, spreading disinformation, influencing elections, or committing fraud. They are made using sophisticated AI algorithms, like those that pit two neural networks against each other to improve the fakes to a point where they are hard for humans to detect. 
 
 
How deepfakes are made
Deepfakes are created using artificial intelligence, specifically a type of machine learning called deep learning.
This process often uses two competing neural networks: one to generate the fake and one to detect it.
These networks are trained on real images and audio, and their iterative competition results in increasingly convincing fakes.
 
AI can also be used to clone a person's voice from just a few minutes of audio by learning its patterns, like intonation and cadence. 
 
 
 
Potential benefits
 
Entertainment: Can be used to create special effects, de-age actors, or feature performers in movies where they are not available.
E-commerce: Customers could virtually try on clothes using their own likeness.
Communication: Can translate speeches to appear as though a person is speaking another language. 
 
 
 
Malicious uses and risks
 
Exploitation: A significant portion of deepfake content is pornographic and disproportionately victimizes women.
Disinformation and political manipulation: Can be used to create fake news, influence elections, or incite civil unrest.
Fraud: Deepfakes can be used for scams, such as an AI impersonating a CEO to influence stock prices or to authorize a fraudulent transaction.
Undermining trust: The prevalence of deepfakes can lead people to disregard legitimate evidence and erode public trust in audiovisual content. 
 

 
💥 Charlie Kirk Assassination Summary
 
Charlie Kirk, an American right-wing political activist and founder of Turning Point USA, was fatally shot in the neck while speaking at a debate on the campus of Utah Valley University (UVU) in Orem, Utah, on September 10, 2025.
Key Details of the Incident and Investigation:
Location and Time: The shooting occurred around 12:23 p.m. MT during an outdoor event with approximately 3,000 attendees.
 
The Shot: Kirk was shot with a single bullet from a distance of about 142 to 175 yards away, believed to have been fired by a sniper on the roof of the Losee Center building.
 
Final Exchange: Moments before the shot, Kirk was engaging with a student about mass shootings in the United States, specifically addressing a question about transgender Americans being mass shooters.
 
Suspect and Surrender: The following day, 22-year-old Tyler James Robinson surrendered himself to a local sheriff. He was later charged with aggravated murder and other counts, with prosecutors announcing they would seek the death penalty.
 
 
Evidence and Confession: Evidence gathered included trace evidence from the rooftop (such as palm prints and a shoe impression), the weapon found in a wooded area, and surveillance video showing the suspect's movements before and after the shooting. Court documents also detailed a confession to his roommate and a note he left behind stating, "I had the opportunity to take out Charlie Kirk and I'm going to take it."
 
 
Alleged Motive: According to text exchanges with his roommate, Robinson allegedly said he acted because he "had enough of his hatred" regarding Kirk. His mother told investigators that Robinson had become more politically left-leaning and pro-gay and trans-rights oriented in the year prior to the shooting. His roommate is a transgender person who is transitioning from male to female.
 
The assassination was widely condemned and prompted debates and commentary about political violence in the United States.
 

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GREIFIT'S NOT THE SAME FOR EVERYONE
The Many Faces of Grief: Various Ways People Handle Grief
1. Understanding Grief
Grief is a natural response to loss—whether it’s the death of a loved one, the end of a relationship, a major life change, or even the loss of identity or health. While it’s universal, the way each person grieves is deeply personal and influenced by culture, beliefs, personality, and life experiences.
2. The Classic Model: The Five Stages of Grief
Psychiatrist Elisabeth Kübler-Ross outlined five common stages:
Denial – Refusing to accept the reality of the loss.
Anger – Feeling frustration or resentment about what happened.
Bargaining – Wishing or imagining ways the loss could be undone.
Depression – Deep sadness, withdrawal, or hopelessness.
Acceptance – Coming to terms with the reality of loss.
These stages aren’t linear; people move back and forth between them, or skip some entirely.
3. Cultural Expressions of Grief
Different cultures have distinct mourning rituals:
Western traditions often emphasize funerals and memorials focused on remembrance.
Eastern traditions may focus on honoring ancestors and maintaining spiritual connections.
Collectivist cultures tend to grieve communally, while individualist cultures may encourage private processing.
4. Emotional and Behavioral Differences
People express grief in diverse ways:
Emotional expressers cry, talk openly, and seek support.
Instrumental grievers cope by staying busy or focusing on tasks.
Avoidant grievers suppress emotions, sometimes appearing “strong” or “unmoved.”
Chronic grievers experience long-term sadness and difficulty moving on.
5. Coping Mechanisms
Healthy coping can take many forms:
Talking it out with friends, family, or therapists.
Creative outlets like writing, art, or music.
Spiritual or religious practices such as prayer, meditation, or rituals.
Physical activity as a way to release emotional energy.
Some may also resort to unhealthy coping, like substance use or emotional withdrawal, highlighting the need for support and compassion.
6. The Growth That Can Follow Grief
While grief is painful, many people experience post-traumatic growth—a newfound appreciation for life, deeper relationships, or renewed purpose.
7. A Universal Yet Unique Experience
No two people grieve the same way. Understanding that can help us be more compassionate—toward others and ourselves.
 

Nick Santa Maria
 
Nick Santa Maria is an accomplished actor, comedian, writer, and musician known for his extensive work in both theater and television. He began his career in comedy before shifting his focus to stage acting, appearing in numerous musicals and revues.
 
Nick and I talk old Hollywood and Getting Old in Hollywood. The trials and pitfalls of age-ism in a world where "everything is in the front window". Being born at the wrong time, in the wrong decade, oh yes, The MadDawg knows that one OH SO WELL. We'll talk about that and more on What's The Buzz Popcast!
Nick Santa Maria IMDB 
https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0763142/
Nick Santa Maria Website
https://www.nicksantamaria.com/
 
Early career and television
Stand-up and improv: After moving from Long Island to Los Angeles, Santa Maria performed stand-up comedy and comedy improv, which led to his early television roles.
Early TV roles: His first TV appearance was on the Buffalo Bill Show, where he played a young Jerry Lewis, a role that leveraged his well-known impression of the comedian.
Film work: His film credits include a role in Mel Brooks' The Producers (2005). 
Stage career and notable roles
From TV to stage: A former improv teacher recommended Santa Maria for a role in the national tour of Grease!, starting his prolific career in theater.
Broadway and Off-Broadway: He has been featured in Broadway productions like Grease! and Off-Broadway revues, including Secrets Every Smart Traveler Should Know.
Musical theater performances: He has taken on several high-profile stage roles, such as Pseudolus in A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, Max in The Producers, Vince Fontaine in Grease!, and the Genie in Disney's Aladdin, A Musical Spectacular.
Historical roles: Santa Maria was cast as John Hancock in a production of 1776, showcasing his ability to portray historical figures. 
Writing and composing
Children's television: In addition to his acting, Santa Maria has worked as a writer and composer for children's television.
Theater revues: He has also written and composed various revues for the stage. 
Additional interests
Film history: Beyond his performing and writing, Santa Maria is also a film historian.
Impressions: He is known for his skill with impressions, including Jerry Lewis and Shemp Howard. 
 
 
 

 
Nick Santa Maria
 
Nick Santa Maria is an accomplished actor, comedian, writer, and musician known for his extensive work in both theater and television. He began his career in comedy before shifting his focus to stage acting, appearing in numerous musicals and revues.
 
Nick and I talk old Hollywood and Getting Old in Hollywood. The trials and pitfalls of age-ism in a world where "everything is in the front window". Being born at the wrong time, in the wrong decade, oh yes, The MadDawg knows that one OH SO WELL. We'll talk about that and more on What's The Buzz Popcast!
 
https://www.nicksantamaria.com/
 
Early career and television
Stand-up and improv: After moving from Long Island to Los Angeles, Santa Maria performed stand-up comedy and comedy improv, which led to his early television roles.
Early TV roles: His first TV appearance was on the Buffalo Bill Show, where he played a young Jerry Lewis, a role that leveraged his well-known impression of the comedian.
Film work: His film credits include a role in Mel Brooks' The Producers (2005). 
Stage career and notable roles
From TV to stage: A former improv teacher recommended Santa Maria for a role in the national tour of Grease!, starting his prolific career in theater.
Broadway and Off-Broadway: He has been featured in Broadway productions like Grease! and Off-Broadway revues, including Secrets Every Smart Traveler Should Know.
Musical theater performances: He has taken on several high-profile stage roles, such as Pseudolus in A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, Max in The Producers, Vince Fontaine in Grease!, and the Genie in Disney's Aladdin, A Musical Spectacular.
Historical roles: Santa Maria was cast as John Hancock in a production of 1776, showcasing his ability to portray historical figures. 
Writing and composing
Children's television: In addition to his acting, Santa Maria has worked as a writer and composer for children's television.
Theater revues: He has also written and composed various revues for the stage. 
Additional interests
Film history: Beyond his performing and writing, Santa Maria is also a film historian.
Impressions: He is known for his skill with impressions, including Jerry Lewis and Shemp Howard. 
 

 
WHAT REALLY HAPPENED TO CHARLIE KIRK
Background
Charlie Kirk was a prominent conservative political activist, co‑founder and CEO of Turning Point USA. Wikipedia+2Wikipedia+2
On September 10, 2025, he was speaking at an outdoor event at Utah Valley University (UVU) in Orem, Utah, as part of his “American Comeback Tour.” Wikipedia+3Wikipedia+3Encyclopedia Britannica+3
The event was attended by about 3,000 people. KCCI+3Encyclopedia Britannica+3Wikipedia+3
The Shooting: Timeline & Mechanics
At 12:23:30 p.m. MDT, while responding to audience questions about mass shootings, Kirk was struck in the neck by a single bullet. Police1+3Wikipedia+3Encyclopedia Britannica+3
The shot is believed to have been fired from a rooftop of a building approximately 140–180 yards (roughly 130–165 m) away—investigators refer to it as a sniper-style assassination. KCRA+5Wikipedia+5Encyclopedia Britannica+5
Witnesses and video show people in the crowd scattering and screaming right after the shot. KCRA+4Wikipedia+4Encyclopedia Britannica+4
Kirk was carried by six men to an SUV and taken to Timpanogos Regional Hospital, where he was later pronounced dead. Encyclopedia Britannica+4Wikipedia+4Encyclopedia Britannica+4
Investigation & Manhunt
Weapon recovered: Investigators found a .30-06 Mauser M98 bolt-action rifle in a wooded area along the presumed escape route. KCCI+4Police1+4Wikipedia+4
Forensic evidence: Palm prints, forearm imprints, a footprint (shoe impression), and smudges at the roof edge were collected. PBS+3Wikipedia+3Police1+3
In the first hours after the shooting, some people were held as persons of interest but later released. Encyclopedia Britannica+2PBS+2
The main suspect, Tyler James Robinson (age 22), surrendered on September 12, in Washington, Utah. Wikipedia+2Encyclopedia Britannica+2
Robinson was formally charged on September 16 with aggravated murder, felony discharge of a firearm causing serious bodily injury, obstruction of justice, witness tampering, and committing a violent crime in the presence of a child. Prosecutors intend to seek the death penalty. Wikipedia+2Encyclopedia Britannica+2
A roommate of Robinson, who is transgender, has cooperated with law enforcement. In text exchanges, Robinson is reported to have said, “I am … sorry,” and “I had enough of his hatred.” Encyclopedia Britannica+2PBS+2
Political & Public Reaction
The Utah governor labeled the killing a “political assassination.” KCCI+3Encyclopedia Britannica+3PBS+3
Many media and political figures condemned the act. Former President Trump, Republican leaders, and others blamed “left-wing ideologies” or groups even before motive or motive evidence was fully public. KCCI+3Wikipedia+3Encyclopedia Britannica+3
There was a surge of speculation and misinformation: allegations targeting transgender communities, Israel, or political opponents. Wikipedia+2PBS+2
Thousands attended memorials and tributes. For example, a large memorial service was held on September 21, 2025 in Arizona at State Farm Stadium (with overflow to Desert Diamond Arena). Wikipedia
Uncertainties & Open Questions
Motive: Authorities have not definitively established motive. Some officials suggest Robinson had “leftist ideology” or had become radicalized via online communities, but this is not confirmed. PBS+2Wikipedia+2
Security gaps: Questions have been raised about how the shooter was able to access the rooftop, and how security around the event was arranged and managed. KCRA+2KCCI+2
Conspiracy theories & misinformation: Many unfounded theories have circulated, including claims of pre-knowledge by others, misattributed motive, or alternative shooters. Authorities caution about misinformation. Wikipedia+2PBS+2
Full motive interpretation: It remains unclear whether the assassination was strictly ideologically driven, personally motivated, or influenced by extremist content.

 
Doctor Adam Weaver, MDAbout Dr. WeaverDr. Weaver graduated from PHILADELPHIA COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE in 2019 and completed a residency at Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Adam Weaver, DO is a Hospitalist in Blackwood, NJ and has 6 years experience. Dr. Weaver currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Jefferson Stratford Hospital. Dr. Weaver has experience treating conditions like Bacterial Sepsis, Hypokalemia and Hypertensive Heart and Chronic Kidney Disease among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Weaver received an average rating of 3.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 3 times. Dr. Weaver's office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Weaver accepts multiple insurance plans.Rebecca Reigns (Mrs. Weaver)REBECCA REIGNS - PHOTO/FASHION MODEL & CO STARRING IN THE NEW FEATURE "THE PONY MOVIE"Rebecca Reigns Can Be Seen in The Soon to be Released Film "PONY" OFFICIAL WEBSITEhttps://cinemaddictfilms.wixsite.com/ponymovieofficial
THE PONY MOVIE OFFICIAL TRAILERhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qN-d6sYsH3U

"MY FAMILY PLAYED SINATRA RECORDS ALL THE TIME."
​Lifelong Sinatra fans are fascinated when they hear Tony Sands start to croon. They think 'Ol Blue Eyes' has come back to life! For more than thirty years, Tony Sands has been perfecting his act, and wooing audiences all over the United States. Sands caught the Sinatra bug as a child growing up in South Philly. "When I was twelve or thirteen years old, that's when I first wanted to sing," Sands says. "My family played Sinatra records all the time, and I started singing along. The next thing I knew, I just fell in love with his music…and here I am."
“WHEN I WAS TWELVE OR THIRTEEN YEARS OLD, THAT’S WHEN I FIRST WANTED TO SING.”
Tony's silky, mesmerizing, and tantalizing rendition of the Chairman of the Board's style, has caught the eye of the entertainment community, and audiences from around the country. He’s performed in theaters across the country, as well as many Manhattan restaurants, Zanzibar Blue Jazz Club in Philadelphia, The Ritz Carlton Hotel in Philadelphia, The Harvard Club, and The Breakers Hotel in New York City, just to name a select few.
 
During the winter months, Tony performs at various venues all across Florida, to standing ovations every night. Tony’s impressive resume includes performances at Trump Castle and Casino, Tropicana Casino & Resort, and Harrah’s Hotel and Casino, all in Atlantic City. His performances in Reno, Nevada at the Eldorado Resort Casino have been sold out, night after night. Tony has also made many television appearances up and down the east coast.
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One of Tony's productions is a never before seen musical journey about the life and times of the late Frank Sinatra called, ‘Sinatra’ ~ The Musical. This production includes all of Sinatra's best loved songs from the early days with Tommy Dorsey, to the bright lights of New York City, and then to the silver screen of Hollywood, leading up to Sinatra's 'Main Event' comeback.
 
Another performance of Tony’s that you don’t want to miss is Sinatra’s ‘That’s Life’ Concert. Tony brings in his BIG BAND, Swingtopia, and performs all the popular standards that you can sing along to. Tony captivates his audiences with the romance, mannerisms and illusion that have made Sands one of the most popular entertainers around.
 
In 2010, Tony produced a widespread favorite show, 'Rat Pack Together Again.' Tony’s portrayal of 'The Legend,' in this revue is 'spot on!’ Dean, Sammy, & Frank’s onstage banter will keep you ‘in stitches,’ just like the ‘real’ Rat Pack did back in the day.
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Finally, 'Start Spreading the News' with Liza and Frank, is a spectacular tribute to Frank Sinatra and Liza Minnelli, and it's Tony's latest production. It stars Tony Sands and Whitney Grace with the electrifying Live Big Band, Swingtopia. Get ready for a night of pure magic as two powerhouse performers bring the legends to life in this dazzling tribute that plays to sold-out crowds, and earns unanimous standing ovations across the country! Whitney Grace stuns with Liza’s most iconic hits, from "Cabaret" to "All That Jazz," and Tony brings Sinatra’s charm and velvet vocals to classics like "Come Fly With Me" and "My Way." Then, prepare to be blown away as they come together for a show-stopping duet of "New York, New York!" This is more than a concert — it's a musical time machine through the golden era of American entertainment.

America has a long history of political assassinations, with the most recent killing of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk sending shockwaves across the world.Robert F Kennedy was fatally shot 57 years ago - and now legendary filmmaker Oliver Stone and his son Sean Stone have delved into his incredible story in new film RFK: Legacy. They join Piers Morgan to discuss the documentary and their views on the assassination of Kirk plus Piers asks them about Putin’s Russia and the recent passing of Hollywood great Robert Redford.Piers Morgan Uncensored is proudly independent and supported by:Oxford Natural: To watch their full stories, scan the QR code on your screen or visit https://oxfordnatural.com/piers/ to get 70% off your first order when you use code PIERS.Ground News: Go to https://groundnews.com/PIERS for 40% off the Vantage subscription and find the truth mainstream media doesn't want you to see.00:00 Introduction and monologue 01:11 Oliver Stone and Sean Stone interview begins02:00 Charlie Kirk’s assassination06:22 Oliver and Sean Stone discuss their new documentary 'RFK: Legacy'08:52 Piers asks Oliver: “How do you think RFK was killed?”10:58 AD: Oxford Natural - https://oxfordnatural.com/piers/ for 70% off first order with code PIERS11:57 Sean Stone on RFK’s bodyguard13:50 The CIA’s involvement, the JFK files and the RFK files22:10 AD: Ground News - https://groundnews.com/PIERS for 40% off the Vantage subscription23:21 “Could a 22-year-old radicalized man pull off Kirk’s assassination without help?”27:19 Oliver Stone on Robert Redford30:13 Oliver Stone on Putin and the war in UkraineSubscribe to stay up-to-date on all Uncensored content.Follow Piers Morgan Uncensored on:X: https://x.com/PiersUncensoredInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/piersmorganuncensored/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/piersmorganuncensoredTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@piersmorganuncensoredFollow Piers Morgan on:X: https://x.com/piersmorganInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/piersmorgan#rfk #charliekirk #film #piersmorgan

About Our Open Forum Concept
An open forum podcast is a format where one or more hosts, often with a moderator, engage in a structured discussion on a specific topic. It's characterized by a natural, often improvised, conversation between the hosts. This format encourages diverse perspectives and allows for a more collaborative and dynamic flow than a scripted interview. 
Here's a More Detailed Look at What We Do:
Moderation:Our moderator guides the discussion, keeps it focused, and ensures all voices are heard. 
Co-hosting:Affectionately called, "The Pitbull", Amelia Balerio Chapman is the podcasts long time co-host and often provides varying & interesting viewpoints and commentary leading to very thoughtfuland inciteful conversational flow. 
Natural Flow:The conversation is always improvised, creating a sense of spontaneity and engagement for listeners. Even WE don't know what's coming next.
Topic Focus:Open forums often center around a specific theme or trending topic, allowing for in-depth exploration. While we never have a "set topic" we often have a general idea where we are headed. This keeps us from going completely "off the rails", so to speak.
Community Building:The relaxed and conversational style can foster a sense of community among listeners, making them feel like part of the conversation. We have an active in-shoe "LIVE" chatroom that is always active and never shy about expressing their collective viewpoint. Join them.
 

Lacy J Dalton Meets Gothic Author Alistair Cross
Lacy J Dalton Meets Gothic Author Alistair CrossAlistair CrossEarly Life and Influences: Born in the western United States, Cross began writing at a young age, inspired by horror novels and movies. His literary influences include authors such as Stephen King, Dean Koontz, John Saul, Tamara Thorne, Ira Levin, and William Peter Blatty.Early Career: Cross' first novel, a collaboration titled "Beautiful Monster," was published in 2012 under the pseudonym Jared S. Anderson. He was first published by Damnation Books in 2012.Collaboration with Tamara Thorne: In 2012, Cross partnered with international bestselling author Tamara Thorne. As "Thorne & Cross," they co-authored the successful Gothic series, The Ravencrest Saga, starting with "The Ghosts of Ravencrest" in 2014. Their collaborative novel, "The Cliffhouse Haunting," became an Amazon bestseller. They have also worked on other projects together, including "Grandma's Rack".Solo Work: Cross' debut solo novel, "The Crimson Corset," a vampire-themed horror story, quickly became a bestseller and received positive reviews from notable authors like Chelsea Quinn Yarbro and Jay Bonansinga. This novel is the first book in The Vampires of Crimson Cove series."Haunted Nights LIVE!" Radio Show: In 2014, Cross and Thorne started an internet radio show called "Thorne & Cross: Haunted Nights LIVE!", featuring interviews with renowned figures in the horror genre, including authors, paranormal investigators, and discussions of ghost stories. The show has featured guests like Anne Rice, Charlaine Harris, Jeff Lindsay, and Christopher Moore.Current Projects: As of recent accounts, Alistair Cross is continuing to work on both solo novels and new collaborations with Tamara Thorne. He is also noted as the author of dark fiction. Note: Information regarding hobbies and "turn-ons" listed in some sources (playing with fire, conquering ant colonies, bloodletting, etc.) may be intended for humorous effect and should be interpreted with caution. LACY J. DALTON
BIOGRAPHYLacy J. Dalton (born Jill Lynne Byrem on October 13, 1946 in Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania), is an American country singer and songwriter with a career that has spanned many decades and touched the hearts of millions of music fans. In March 2017 Lacy J Dalton was inducted into the North American Country Music Association International Hall of Fame, and in 2022 she was awarded a Lifetime Career Achievement Award from the Josie Music Awards, the largest independent music awards show in the country.
 
She’s one of the most instantly recognizable voices in music – the woman People Magazine called “Country’s Bonnie Raitt.” From the first time Lacy J Dalton caught the public’s ear, that soulful delivery, full of texture and grit, has been a mainstay of Country Music. When you sit to listen to a Lacy J Dalton album, you find yourself pulled in by the very power and heart of this vocalist, because she’s not merely performing a ten-song set, she’s bringing each and every tune to life. It’s as if they were all written especially for her.
 
Prior to recording with Harbor Records in 1978 as Jill Croston, she like many before her, held many jobs to survive and support her family. As a truck stop waitress and singer, she would wait tables and then take the stage to sing a few songs. In June 1979, Lacy J Dalton was signed by Columbia Records and quickly rose to national prominence with Crazy Blue Eyes, which she wrote with her longest friend, Mary McFadden, and which raced to #7 on the Billboard Country Charts.  Her hard work and dedication paid off in 1979 when she was awarded the Academy of Country Music’s Top New Female Vocalist of the Year.
 
Lacy’s success was powered not just by the artist’s recordings, but by a stage show that truly electrified audiences. She quickly became one of the few women who could successfully open a show for the likes of Hank Williams, Jr., Willie Nelson, Merle Haggard or Charlie Daniels. Not only could she do it, but she left audiences across the country hollering for more. Her signature song 16th Avenue, became the Anthem for Nashville songwriters.  Her other hit records are legendary million-airplay cuts and include Crazy Blue Eyes, Takin’ It Easy, Everybody Makes Mistakes, Hillbilly Girl with the Blues, Hard Times, and the worldwide hit Black Coffee.
 
In addition to her Top New Female Vocalist award, she also brought home numerous Grammy nominations and 3 prestigious, back to back (1979, 1980, 1981) Bay Area Music Awards for Best Country-Folk Recordings. Lacy appeared on those shows with the likes of Neil Young, The Grateful Dead, Grace Slick and the Jefferson Airplane.
 
Lacy's collaboration with Willie Nelson on his platinum Half Nelson CD was a high spot for her. Lacy is the only woman featured on that recording (which included singing legends Ray Charles, Neil Diamond, Merle Haggard, Julio Iglesias, George Jones, Leon Russell, Carlos Santana, Mel Tillis, Hank Williams Sr., and Neil Young), and was awarded a Platinum Record for it. She also received a Gold Record from Hank Williams Jr. in 1985 for her support performances throughout his Five-0 Tour, where she opened for him at a time when it was unusual for a woman to do so. Her career includes accomplishments in music, film and radio.  In music, they range from her instantly recognizable charted hit songs to her notable duets recorded with George Jones, Willie Nelson, Bobby Bare, Glen Campbell, Eddie Rabbit, David Allen Coe and many others. Her film debut was in the motion picture Take This Job And Shove It, and her acting has also included live stage and theater performances. Until recently, Lacy J Dalton also hosted a weekly radio show called Mustang Matters.  Podcasts of past shows are available to listeners on the internet at www.americamatters.us
 
Following a successful career in country music, Lacy decided to draw on all her musical experiences including country, rock and folk, and cross over into the Americana genre.  This blend of musical styles allows her to express herself in a way that demonstrates all the facets of who she is as a singer/songwriter.  She became an independent artist and formed her own label called Song Dog Records.  Under this label, she has released three albums to date.  The first was Wild Horse Crossing in 1999, followed by the Last Wild Place Anthology which went #1 on the World Independent Chart, and a year later went #1 on the American Western Music Chart. Then Allison Eastwood, Clint Eastwood's daughter, used the hit song Slip Away from the Anthology CD on the sound track of her independent film, Don't Tell. In 2010 Lacy also released a tribute to Hank Williams Sr. entitled Here's To Hank.
 
Today, Lacy continues to record new music and perform live shows whenever possible.  She tours mainly west of the Mississippi and loves small boutique venues and old theaters with great sound quality and warm, receptive audiences she can really connect with.  She recently recorded some electrifying new music for an EP that was released in January 2019.  When hearing the signature song Scarecrow, her good friend Reverend Barbara Ann Fletcher remarked “that song makes you a whole new you, and it makes me a whole new me.”  And that’s exactly the response Lacy was hoping for.  In 2024 Lacy released an album titled For The Black Sheep, a collection of songs with meaningful lyrics and messages of unity and acceptance for all of us.
 
In addition to her musical career, Lacy has been involved in various service projects through several charitable organizations – namely, the Let ‘em Run Foundation, William James Associates Arts in Corrections, and Rotary International. 

 
TAYLOR BLACKWELL "BECOMING JUDY"IT HAPPENED: THE JUDY TENUTA STORY
 
Taylor Blackwell Biography:Taylor Blackwell is an American actor, musician, visual artist, writer, and director. They were born on September 1, 1998, in West Palm Beach, Florida. Early Life and Education:Taylor began acting at the age of five. At age 10, they joined Burt Reynolds' acting class, becoming the youngest student in the class. They considered Reynolds a mentor and close friend. Taylor attended a performing arts middle and high school in West Palm Beach, Florida, where they studied theater. Acting Career:Taylor has appeared in over 45 TV shows and movies. They are known for their role as Lauren Evans on the Starz original series "Magic City" and as Susie in "Dolphin Tale 2". Taylor has also had recurring roles in TV series such as "Your Friends and Neighbors" (Apple TV+), "Resident Alien" (Netflix/Syfy), and "American Gigolo" (Showtime). Other notable credits include roles in "Designated Survivor" (ABC), "NCIS" (CBS), "Grey's Anatomy" (ABC), and various Lifetime Movie Network films. They have also done extensive commercial, national print campaign, catalog, and voice-over work. Taylor has been nominated for a Young Artist Award for their work on "Magic City" and "Army Wives". They won "Best Actress" awards at film festivals for their roles in "Love Story" and "Touched by Magic". 

 
Our Favorite Guests: The Best of Our Best & Worse Guests
 
NO WORDS FOR THIS ONE. NOPE. LOL
 

JERRY & LOUISE BRUNO RETURN
We welcome back Jerry & Louise Bruno to discuss the grueling task of putting on an epic tribute show on a daily basis. We will find out more about Jerry as a songwriter singer and musician, and find out the wo of these awesome people got together. Join Us July 8th at 7 eastern.
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ACTRESS TAYLOR BLACKWELL BECOMES LEGENDARY COMEDIEN JUDY TENUTA
          
🎬 TAYLOR BLACKWELL IS JUDY TENUTA 🎭Step into the wild, hilarious, and heartfelt world of comedy legend Judy Tenuta—as brought to life by the brilliant Taylor Blackwell.
From her iconic accordion to her larger-than-life personality, this powerful new film captures the essence of the “Love Goddess” like never before.
📻 Catch Taylor Blackwell LIVE on WTBR Radio 88.7 BRS – only 2 days away!Don't miss this exclusive interview diving into her transformation into Judy and the making of It Happened: The Judy Tenuta Story.

Actress & Disability Advocate Geri Jewell Bio
 
Geri Jewell is an American actress, comedian, motivational speaker, and author, known for her groundbreaking roles that have helped increase disability awareness in Hollywood and beyond
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The following is a brief overview of her life and career:
Early Life: Geri Jewell was born on September 13, 1956, in Buffalo, New York. She was born prematurely and spent her first three months in an incubator, unable to be physically touched due to beliefs about caring for premature babies at the time.
Career Beginnings: After dropping out of college, Jewell began her career in stand-up comedy at The Comedy Store in Hollywood in 1978.
"The Facts of Life": In 1980, Jewell became the first actress with a visible disability to have a recurring role on a prime-time series, playing Cousin Geri on "The Facts of Life". Producer Norman Lear discovered her at the 2nd Annual Media Access Awards and personally chose her for the role.
Other Roles: Jewell has appeared in other TV shows, such as "Deadwood," "21 Jump Street," "The Young and the Restless," and "Glee". She also appeared in "Deadwood: The Movie" in 2019.
Advocacy and Motivational Speaking: Jewell is a leading advocate for disability rights and awareness. She is a motivational speaker who promotes understanding of disabilities and diversity for Fortune 500 companies. She is also one of the original trainers for the internationally recognized disability awareness program, WINDMILLS.
Author: Jewell wrote an autobiography titled "I'm Walking As Straight As I Can: Transcending Disability in Hollywood and Beyond," which won the Independent Publishers – First place Gold Award for best Memoir of 2012.
Personal Life: Jewell was previously married to Richard Pimentel. In her autobiography, she discussed her struggle with chronic pain and revealing her true sexual identity. She has publicly stated she is a proud gay woman with cerebral palsy.
Awards: In 2011, Jewell received the SAG-AFTRA Disabilities Awareness Award at the Media Access Awards. In 2024, the Media Access Awards established the Norman Lear-Geri Jewell Lifetime Achievement Award. 
Geri Jewell Biography
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Geri Jewell is an American actress, comedian, diversity consultant, and motivational speaker
. She is widely recognized as the first person with a disability to be cast in a prime-time series. 
Early Life and Career:
Born in Buffalo, New York, she moved to California at a young age.
Jewell began her career as a stand-up comedian at The Comedy Store in 1978, using humor to address her cerebral palsy and connect with audiences.
Her talent caught the attention of producer Norman Lear, who cast her as Cousin Geri on the sitcom The Facts of Life in 1980. 
Key Achievements:
First Actor with a Disability on Prime-time TV: Her role on The Facts of Life provided visibility and authentic representation for people with disabilities in media.
Role in Deadwood: Jewell later appeared as a recurring character, Jewel, in the HBO series Deadwood, showcasing her versatility as an actress and earning Emmy consideration.
Advocacy and Motivational Speaking: Jewell became a prominent advocate for inclusion and diversity, consulting with Fortune 500 companies and government agencies. She uses her platform to educate and inspire others.
Author: She wrote an autobiography titled I'm Walking as Straight as I Can, which chronicles her journey navigating Hollywood with a disability and her experience as a lesbian. The book has received several awards. 
Legacy:
Geri Jewell's career has inspired many individuals with disabilities and continues to push for greater inclusivity in the entertainment industry. She has broken down barriers and challenged stereotypes, demonstrating that talent and determination are what truly matter. 

About Our Open Forum Concept
An open forum podcast is a format where one or more hosts, often with a moderator, engage in a structured discussion on a specific topic. It's characterized by a natural, often improvised, conversation between the hosts. This format encourages diverse perspectives and allows for a more collaborative and dynamic flow than a scripted interview. 
Here's a More Detailed Look at What We Do:
Moderation:Our moderator guides the discussion, keeps it focused, and ensures all voices are heard. 
Co-hosting:Affectionately called, "The Pitbull", Amelia Balerio Chapman is the podcasts long time co-host and often provides varying & interesting viewpoints and commentary leading to very thoughtfuland inciteful conversational flow. 
Natural Flow:The conversation is always improvised, creating a sense of spontaneity and engagement for listeners. Even WE don't know what's coming next.
Topic Focus:Open forums often center around a specific theme or trending topic, allowing for in-depth exploration. While we never have a "set topic" we often have a general idea where we are headed. This keeps us from going completely "off the rails", so to speak.
Community Building:The relaxed and conversational style can foster a sense of community among listeners, making them feel like part of the conversation. We have an active in-shoe "LIVE" chatroom that is always active and never shy about expressing their collective viewpoint. Join them.
 

About Our Open Forum Concept
An open forum podcast is a format where one or more hosts, often with a moderator, engage in a structured discussion on a specific topic. It's characterized by a natural, often improvised, conversation between the hosts. This format encourages diverse perspectives and allows for a more collaborative and dynamic flow than a scripted interview. 
Here's a More Detailed Look at What We Do:
Moderation:Our moderator guides the discussion, keeps it focused, and ensures all voices are heard. 
Co-hosting:Affectionately called, "The Pitbull", Amelia Balerio Chapman is the podcasts long time co-host and often provides varying & interesting viewpoints and commentary leading to very thoughtfuland inciteful conversational flow. 
Natural Flow:The conversation is always improvised, creating a sense of spontaneity and engagement for listeners. Even WE don't know what's coming next.
Topic Focus:Open forums often center around a specific theme or trending topic, allowing for in-depth exploration. While we never have a "set topic" we often have a general idea where we are headed. This keeps us from going completely "off the rails", so to speak.
Community Building:The relaxed and conversational style can foster a sense of community among listeners, making them feel like part of the conversation. We have an active in-shoe "LIVE" chatroom that is always active and never shy about expressing their collective viewpoint. Join them.

Tinseltown Tales & Terrors
We will Unmask Hollywood's Dark Side as We Explore the Most Shocking & Bizarre Celebrity Conspiracies. From Haunted Photos to Lookalikes to Whispers of Hidden Gender, and Maybe a UFO encounter or Two.

Eduardo Goncalves - Ban Trophy Hunting
 
 
Eduardo Goncalves is a prominent trophy hunting activist, known for founding the Campaign to Ban Trophy Hunting (CBTH). 
Here's a brief biography of his activism background and career:
Founder of the Campaign to Ban Trophy Hunting (CBTH): Goncalves established the CBTH in 2018, aiming to abolish trophy hunting worldwide.
Previous Role as CEO of the League Against Cruel Sports: Before founding CBTH, he was the CEO of the League Against Cruel Sports, where he successfully campaigned to prevent the reintroduction of fox hunting and advocated for increased jail sentences for dogfighting.
Investigative Journalist and Author: Goncalves has a background as an investigative journalist and has written several books exposing the trophy hunting industry and its impact on wildlife, including "Trophy Hunters Exposed" and "Killing Game".
Conservationist and Environmental Activist: He has also worked on various environmental and conservation issues, including with the WWF and as International Communications Director for The Climate Group.
Accomplishments: Goncalves' campaigning efforts have led to significant progress in the fight against trophy hunting, including a pledge by the UK government to ban trophy imports.
International Efforts: He is actively working to close loopholes in international wildlife trade laws (CITES) that allow for the hunting of endangered species and is advocating for a global treaty banning trophy hunting. 
In summary, Eduardo Goncalves is a dedicated activist with a long history of campaigning for animal welfare and conservation, particularly focused on ending the practice of trophy hunting. 

WHY DO WOMEN KILL?
Women kill for a variety of reasons, with self-defense and abuse-related motivations being common. Many women who commit violence do so in self-defense or when victimized by abusive partners or family members, leading them to lose control. 
 
Unlike male serial killers who often target unknown victims, female serial killers tend to kill those closest to them, like husbands or lovers, often motivated by improving their lifestyle according to Psychology Today. Additionally, mental health factors like depression, borderline personality disorder, and PTSD can contribute to suicidal ideation, which can sometimes lead to violence. 
 
Here's a more detailed look at the factors involved:
1. Self-Defense and Abuse:
A significant number of women who commit violence do so out of self-defense against abusive partners or family members.
Abuse can lead to a loss of control, causing women to commit acts they would not normally contemplate. 
 
2. Improving Lifestyle (Serial Killers):
Unlike male serial killers who target random victims, female serial killers often target individuals they are emotionally connected to, such as husbands or lovers according to Psychology Today. 
 
Motivations for these killings can include improving their financial situation, social standing, or other lifestyle enhancements. 
 
3. Mental Health:
Factors like major depressive disorder, borderline personality disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can increase the risk of suicide, which can be a contributing factor to violence according to ScienceDirect.
Relationship problems, lack of connectedness, and experiences of violence can also increase suicide risk. 
 
4. Other Factors:
Easy access to lethal means, adverse childhood experiences, bullying, and serious health conditions can also increase suicide risk. 
 
Family history of suicide, previous suicide attempts, mental illness, alcohol or drug misuse, and physical illness can also be associated with an increased risk of suicidal behavior. 

"THE CHER-iest SHOW on EARTH"
Louise Bruno is known for her Cher tribute show titled "THE CHER-iest SHOW on EARTH." This suggests it's the main brand or name associated with her performances.
Long Island Based: Information from a 2016 listing on The Bash indicates she was captivating audiences across Long Island, New York, at venues like Mulcahy's, 89 North, and The North Shore Towers. This suggests she may have been based in or frequently performing in the Long Island area at that time.
Resemblance and Vocal Similarity: The same 2016 listing highlights that Louise Bruno not only sounds very similar to Cher but also bears a striking resemblance, along with possessing Cher's poise and mannerisms.
Vegas-Style Show: Her show is described as a "ONE-OF-A-KIND Vegas Style SHOW" featuring Louise and her 5-piece band of "Seasoned Musicians." This implies a high-energy, visually engaging performance.
Experience: The 2016 listing also mentions Louise Bruno is "no stranger to the stage" and has been captivating audiences.Dedication to Cher: Louise states that Cher has been her idol since childhood and that it is with great honor and respect that she portrays such an icon.
Variety of Performances: Her show can be a "full blown Vegas Stage Show Extravaganza" or a solo performance, indicating flexibility for different event types.
Recent Performance: As recently as May 31, 2025, she performed her Cher tribute show at the Tarpon Taphouse in Tarpon Springs, Florida. Her schedule is jammed packed.
 

 
WRESTLING WITH THE FUTURE PODCASTTHE FLAGSHIP SHOW IS BACK
____________________________________________________About Our Open Forum Concept
An open forum podcast is a format where one or more hosts, often with a moderator, engage in a structured discussion on a specific topic. It's characterized by a natural, often improvised, conversation between the hosts. This format encourages diverse perspectives and allows for a more collaborative and dynamic flow than a scripted interview. 
Here's a More Detailed Look at What We Do:
Moderation:Our moderator guides the discussion, keeps it focused, and ensures all voices are heard. 
Co-hosting:Affectionately called, "The Pitbull", Amelia Balerio Chapman is the podcasts long time co-host and often provides varying & interesting viewpoints and commentary leading to very thoughtfuland inciteful conversational flow. 
Natural Flow:The conversation is always improvised, creating a sense of spontaneity and engagement for listeners. Even WE don't know what's coming next.
Topic Focus:Open forums often center around a specific theme or trending topic, allowing for in-depth exploration. While we never have a "set topic" we often have a general idea where we are headed. This keeps us from going completely "off the rails", so to speak.
Community Building:The relaxed and conversational style can foster a sense of community among listeners, making them feel like part of the conversation. We have an active in-shoe "LIVE" chatroom that is always active and never shy about expressing their collective viewpoint. Join them.

OPEN FORUM
An "open-form conversation" (also known as an "open-ended conversation") is a style of interaction that encourages thoughtful and in-depth responses. It's characterized by questions and statements that invite people to share their thoughts, opinions, and experiences rather than simply providing a yes/no answer. These conversations aim to foster a deeper understanding and build stronger connections. In other words, you dear listener are in deep shit! Sit back and enjoy the mele'.
 

 
Eric Tartaglione's Bio
A dynamo on stage, Eric’s high energy and high likability translates into rapid fire laughs. A national headliner, Eric is known for poking fun at his Italian upbringing and his shortcomings dealing with everyday life. A multi-talented artist, Eric co-wrote and co-starred in the award winning Italian American themed play, “Shut up, Sit Down, and Eat!”
 
 

ENTERTAINER AND TRIBUTE ARTISTANGELO CAPONE (JERRY LEWIS)
"Jerry Lewis Lookalike, Tribute Artist, Impersonator", (Don't Call Him ANY of These) Angelo Capone, "Jerry Lewis Channeler" joins the show to catch us up on the new surge of "Nostalgia Acts" that are taking over the club and theater scene in the United States. Angelo is captivating and entertaining and we like him here, ALOT!!

OPEN FORUM
An "open-form conversation" (also known as an "open-ended conversation") is a style of interaction that encourages thoughtful and in-depth responses. It's characterized by questions and statements that invite people to share their thoughts, opinions, and experiences rather than simply providing a yes/no answer. These conversations aim to foster a deeper understanding and build stronger connections. In other words, you dear listener are in deep shit! Sit back and enjoy the mele'.

OPEN FORUM
An "open-form conversation" (also known as an "open-ended conversation") is a style of interaction that encourages thoughtful and in-depth responses. It's characterized by questions and statements that invite people to share their thoughts, opinions, and experiences rather than simply providing a yes/no answer. These conversations aim to foster a deeper understanding and build stronger connections. In other words, you dear listener are in deep shit! Sit back and enjoy the mele'.
 
 

HEALING TOWERSAndrea Leonelli - ProducerHEALING TOWERS REVIEWS
This movie is a relentless rollercoaster of madness and manipulation, where the lines between the mentally ill and their abusers blur in a chilling dance of despair. It plunges deep into the haunting tragedies of the homeless — souls trapped in battles they can’t win, even as those who claim to help them struggle against forces far darker than they ever imagined. Every twist shatters your expectations; every turn tightens the grip of hopelessness. It’s raw, brutal, and unforgettable.
Verdict on Healing Towers
The movie follows a detective and a journalist teaming up to investigate the strange goings-on in a hospital. However, they discover a much darker series of events happening in the hospital and must bring an end to the torture.
Best Parts
The movie uses an interesting concept of the victims being selected and how a doctor believes they are helping others. It shows how easily it can go on in secret and how people can become victims.
Worst Parts
It wants to push things to the extreme but ends up holding things back. There seems to be a sub-plot happening in the same, which is far darker but doesn’t get enough attention. If we had focused solely on the doctor’s experiments, we could see are far darker story. The performances are not the strongest either, as it never feels as intense as the presented scenes.
Final Thoughts –Healing Towers takes a disturbing but very predictable walk into extreme therapy. (2 STARS)
Detective Joe is a loving father who will stop at nothing to find his missing daughter. After a long and grueling search, he discovers a link to Healing Towers, a psychiatric facility located in a historic 1920's building close to downtown Los Angeles. Dr. Mark Healer, the founder of Healing Towers, is a well-known and respected psychiatrist who has gained global celebrity status due to his unconventional treatment methods. He claims to have developed a unique approach that helps the mentally unstable homeless population, but his philanthropic work is only a front for his psychotic and murderous desires. Mark's treatment method involves manipulating his patients' hallucinations and forcing them to act out their darkest fantasies on carefully selected victims. He has convinced his patients that the violent murders they commit are only a dream and not reality, making them more susceptible to his twisted therapy. These horrific crimes go undetected for a decade, but everything changes when Darlene, a young social worker, goes missing, and her best friend Julia links her disappearance to Healing Towers. Julia's investigation leads her to Detective Joe, and together they start to unravel the sickening truth behind Healing Towers. They soon find themselves in a race against time as they try to stop Mark's sadistic program and save themselves from becoming its next victims.

STEVE MCCOY "THIS IS TOM JONES"'THE TRIBUTE'
Steve McCoy is known as the world’s greatest Tom Jones impersonator. There was an award winning novel written based on his life, WHO KILLED “TOM JONES” by Gale Martin.
Steve has performed as Tom Jones in theaters and nightclubs throughout the United States as well as the world; in cities such as Berlin, Beirut, Moscow, Stockholm, and London. He’s also been featured in various commercials and on the A&E television documentary “Lost in Las Vegas”.
Constantly mistaken for the man from Wales, Steve’s resemblance to Tom Jones is uncanny. However, Steve is much more than just a look-a-like. His attention to detail is unmatched. The hip swivels, the mannerisms, the accent, the antics, and especially his voice are all synonymous with Tom Jones.
This HIGH ENERGY show is backed by a 7 piece orchestra, 4 to 6 beautiful dancers and can be tailored to fit most any budget. Steve always brings audiences to their feet with his charm, enthusiasm and class that only he possesses.
Recently, Tom Jones personally brought Steve up to the stage while performing in Las Vegas and introduced him by saying “He’s the best I’ve ever seen…he does me better than me!” High praise indeed!
 
For more video & info. go to www.therealmccoyllc.comor call; 702.610.6054www.therealmccoyllc@msn.comSteven McCoywww.therealmccoyllc.com(702).610.6054

The Shroud of TurinThe Shroud of Turin is a linen cloth with an image of a crucified man, believed by many to be the burial cloth of Jesus of Nazareth. The cloth, currently housed in the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist in Turin, Italy, has been a subject of intense debate and scientific study for centuries. 
 
Here's a more detailed look:
What it is:
A linen cloth measuring approximately 14 feet long and 3 feet 7 inches wide. 
 
It bears a faint, brownish image of a man who appears to have been tortured and crucified. 
 
The image is believed to be the result of a process that is still not fully understood, and is not the product of a painting, drawing, or scorch. 
 
The image is considered to be three-dimensional when evaluated with a VP-8 scanner, according to Catholic Answers. 
 
History and Significance:
The shroud first appeared in historical records in the 1350s and has been kept in Turin since 1578. 
 
Many Christians consider it to be a holy relic and a symbol of Jesus's crucifixion and resurrection. 
 
The shroud has been the subject of numerous scientific studies, including radiocarbon dating, which has yielded conflicting results and fueled the debate about its authenticity. 
 
Scientific Studies and Debates: 
 
Radiocarbon Dating:
A 1988 radiocarbon dating test indicated that the shroud was likely from the medieval period, not the time of Jesus. However, this result has been disputed, and new dating analysis suggests that the shroud may actually date back to the time of Jesus. 
 
Bloodstains:
Reddish-brown stains on the cloth are believed to be blood, and tests have shown that they contain human DNA. 
 
Image Formation:
The process by which the image was created is still not fully understood, but it is generally agreed that it is not the result of a painting or drawing. 
 
Ongoing Research:
Scientists continue to study the shroud, looking for new evidence to help understand its origins and the nature of the image. 
 
Controversy:
Authenticity:
The shroud's authenticity remains a major point of debate, with many believing it to be a medieval forgery. 
 
Scientific Evidence:
While some scientific evidence supports the idea that the shroud is genuine, other evidence suggests it is a forgery. 
 
Theological Significance:
For many Christians, the shroud holds immense theological significance, and its authenticity is a matter of faith. 

The Shroud of Turin
The Shroud of Turin is a linen cloth with an image of a crucified man, believed by many to be the burial cloth of Jesus of Nazareth. The cloth, currently housed in the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist in Turin, Italy, has been a subject of intense debate and scientific study for centuries. 
 
Here's a more detailed look:
What it is:
A linen cloth measuring approximately 14 feet long and 3 feet 7 inches wide. 
 
It bears a faint, brownish image of a man who appears to have been tortured and crucified. 
 
The image is believed to be the result of a process that is still not fully understood, and is not the product of a painting, drawing, or scorch. 
 
The image is considered to be three-dimensional when evaluated with a VP-8 scanner, according to Catholic Answers. 
 
History and Significance:
The shroud first appeared in historical records in the 1350s and has been kept in Turin since 1578. 
 
Many Christians consider it to be a holy relic and a symbol of Jesus's crucifixion and resurrection. 
 
The shroud has been the subject of numerous scientific studies, including radiocarbon dating, which has yielded conflicting results and fueled the debate about its authenticity. 
 
Scientific Studies and Debates: 
 
Radiocarbon Dating:
A 1988 radiocarbon dating test indicated that the shroud was likely from the medieval period, not the time of Jesus. However, this result has been disputed, and new dating analysis suggests that the shroud may actually date back to the time of Jesus. 
 
Bloodstains:
Reddish-brown stains on the cloth are believed to be blood, and tests have shown that they contain human DNA. 
 
Image Formation:
The process by which the image was created is still not fully understood, but it is generally agreed that it is not the result of a painting or drawing. 
 
Ongoing Research:
Scientists continue to study the shroud, looking for new evidence to help understand its origins and the nature of the image. 
 
Controversy:
Authenticity:
The shroud's authenticity remains a major point of debate, with many believing it to be a medieval forgery. 
 
Scientific Evidence:
While some scientific evidence supports the idea that the shroud is genuine, other evidence suggests it is a forgery. 
 
Theological Significance:
For many Christians, the shroud holds immense theological significance, and its authenticity is a matter of faith. 
 

ENTERTAINER AND TRIBUTE ARTISTANGELO CAPONE (JERRY LEWIS)
"Jerry Lewis Lookalike, Tribute Artist, Impersonator", (Don't Call Him ANY of These) Angelo Capone, "Jerry Lewis Channeler" joins the show to catch us up on the new surge of "Nostalgia Acts" that are taking over the club and theater scene in the United States. Angelo is captivating and entertaining and we like him here, ALOT!!

 
ENTERTAINER AND TRIBUTE ARTIST ANGELO CAPONE (JERRY LEWIS)"Jerry Lewis Lookalike, Tribute Artist, Impersonator", (Don't Call Him ANY of These) Angelo Capone, "Jerry Lewis Channeler" joins the show to catch us up on the new surge of "Nostalgia Acts" that are taking over the club and theater scene in the United States. Angelo is captivating and entertaining and we like him here, ALOT!!

CHASING CONSPIRACIES WITH
THE MADDOG & PITBULL CHAPMAN
RABBIT HOLES EVERYWHERE

A LITTLE THIS ..... A LITTLE THAT
 

THE ROWDY REV PASTOR STEVEN KWIATKOWSKIPastor Steven Kwiatkowski, my nephew, also affectionately known as "The Rowdy Rev" returns to unload his brand of righteous indignation upon those who seek to destroy Christianity in all forms. This will be an open forum anything goes discussion. So, if you are faint of Spirit, join us for a Spiritual Booster Shot courtesy of The Rowdy Rev. 

EXPLORING SECRET SOCIETIES
A secret society is an organization that conceals its activities, events, inner workings, or membership, and may or may not attempt to conceal its existence. Here's a more detailed look at secret societies:General Characteristics:Concealment:The core feature is the deliberate attempt to keep certain aspects of the organization hidden.Varying Degrees of Secrecy:Some societies maintain complete secrecy about their existence, while others may be known but keep their activities or membership lists hidden. Examples:Secret societies can range from collegiate groups like Skull and Bones at Yale to magical organizations or even groups with political or social agendas. Collegiate Secret Societies:Some secret societies have kept their membership secret until graduation; others never reveal membership until death. Membership:On campuses that have both secret societies and traditional fraternities and sororities, one can be a member of both kinds of organizations. That is, membership is not mutually exclusive. Usually, being a member of more than one traditional fraternity or sorority is not considered appropriate because that member would have divided loyalties. However, typically, there is no issue with being a member of a secret society and a fraternity, because they are not considered similar organizations or competing organizations.[1]
Many secret societies exist as honoraries on one campus and may have been actual meeting societies at one time, kept alive by one or two dedicated local alumni or an alumni affairs or dean's office person who sees to it that an annual initiation is held every year. Some of these state that they are honoraries; others seek to perpetuate the image of a continuing active society where there is none.
 
A SHORT LISTING OF AMERICA'S MOST SECRET OF ALL SECRET SOCIETIES
AAmerican Mafia - Cosa NostraAMORC - Ancient Mystical Order Rosae CrucisAncient Order of HiberniansBenevolent and Protective Order of ElksFive Points GangFraternal Order of EaglesFreemasonry in the United StatesIndependent Order of Odd FellowsKnights of PythiasKnights of the Golden CircleKnow NothingKu Klux Klan Moose InternationalOrdo Templi OrientisImproved Order of Red MenTammany Hall The 21 Society
Alpha GammaAmerican Protective AssociationAmerican Protestant AssociationAMORCAncient and Honorable Order of TurtlesAncient and Illustrious Order Knights Of MaltaAncient Mystic Order of SamaritansAncient Order of FreesmithsAncient Order of HiberniansBBook and SnakeBrotherhood of American YeomenBrotherhood of the UnionBrothers in UnityCCasque and GauntletChurch Association for the Advancement of the Interests of LaborColumbian Mutual Life Assurance SocietyComing Men of AmericaCommittee of Safety (Hawaii)Concatenated Order of Hoo-HooCouncil for National PolicyCowbellion de Rakin SocietyDDaniteDaughters of AmericaEE Clampus VitusFraternal Order of EaglesFFire and SkoalFlat Hat ClubFly ClubList of Fly Club membersFraternal Order OriolesGGridiron (secret society)HHermetic Brotherhood of LightIImproved Order of HeptasophsIndependent Order of Odd FellowsIndiana White CapsInnocents SocietyIron Arrow Honor SocietyIvy ClubKKnights and Ladies of HonorKnights of HonorKnights of Liberty (vigilante group)Knights of PythiasKnights of Pythias of North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa and AustraliaKnights of ReciprocityKnights of the Ancient Order of the Mystic ChainKnights of the ForestKnights of the GlobeKnights of the Golden CircleKnights of the Golden EagleLLeague of Friendship, Mechanical Order of the SunList of Atomwaffen Division members in the United States who faced criminal chargesLoyal NineMMace and ChainThe Machine (secret society)Manuscript SocietyMattachine SocietyMedusa SocietyMilitary Order of the CarabaoMilitary Order of the SerpentModern Woodmen of AmericaMystical Seven (Missouri)Myth and SwordNNational GrangeThe NoZe BrotherhoodOO.W.L. SocietyOBC (secret society)Order of AmmonOrder of AngellOrder of Chosen FriendsOrder of GimghoulOrder of HeptasophsOrder of MythsOrder of OwlsOrder of the Golden BearOrder of the Occult HandOrder of the Star Spangled BannerOrder of United American MechanicsOrdo Templi OrientisOwl Club (Harvard)PP.E.O. SisterhoodPaladin SocietyPenitentes (New Mexico)Phi Delta ThetaPorcellian ClubThe PunditsQQEBHQuill and DaggerRRaven SocietyRed Dragon SocietyImproved Order of Red MenRoyal ArcanumSSage and ChaliceScroll and KeySecret Society of Happy PeopleSeven SocietySeven Society (College of William & Mary)Sigma SigmaSkull and BonesSkull and Dagger (honor society)Societas Domi PacificaeSociety for American Civic RenewalSolar LodgeThe Sons of Lee MarvinSons of LibertySons of MaltaSpade and GraveSphinx (senior society)Sphinx HeadSphinx Senior SocietyStewards SocietyStriker's Independent SocietySuicide Club (secret society)TTammany HallTheta Nu EpsilonTimeline of crimes involving the Order of Nine AnglesUUnited Ancient Order of DruidsUnited Order of TentsVVibora LuvimindaWWhitecapping
 
 
 

 
IT'S OPEN FORUM NIGHT  ... ANYTHING GOES
 

EXPLORING ALL THINGS PARANORMAL Tonight we will run down yet another rabbit hole of spooks and spectres, ghosts and goblins and ask the question: Are these real? What's EXACTLY are we dealing with? Is it God? Or is it something else, otherworldly? Listen and find out!

AMERICA'S POPCAST, WHATS THE BUZZ
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We're Back ... And Very ChangedA Look Back at Three Life Changing Weeks in
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FOUL PLAY OR TRAGIC ACCIDENT?As the investigation into the mysterious death of Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, enters its second phase, following last week’s revelations from an autopsy performed after the couple’s bodies were found in their Santa Fe home, more details are emerging around their health and shifting habits in the final month of their lives from family and close friends of the couple.
Hackman, the two-time Academy Award winner whose Hollywood career spanned four decades, and classical pianist Arakawa did not die from carbon monoxide poisoning, Santa Fe’s sheriff concluded on Friday, ending speculation that a gas leak killed the couple, who were found Wednesday in separate rooms of their home during a wellness check; both showed no signs of external trauma, police said, but Hackman’s pacemaker had sent its last record on Feb. 17, suggesting he had been dead for at least one week before his body was discovered slumped over in a mud room off the kitchen. Over the weekend, Santa Fe County Sheriff Adan Mendoza repeated that he does not believe there was foul play in the deaths of the couple, who had spent more than 30 years together in the house on Old Sunset Trail Road. 
Over the weekend, friends and family of Hackman and Arakawa spoke with members of the press from a handful of publications about his declining health at age 95 and some changes in their communication with family. Daniel and Barbara Lenihan, a married couple who were friends with Hackman and Arakawa for years, and their son, Aaron, spoke with People about their impression of the couple ahead of their unexpected deaths, explaining that over the “last couple of months, [Hackman] was really slipping there.”
“In recent times, [Hackman was] essentially kind of homebound,” Daniel Lenihan told the news outlet. Barbara Lenihan added while speaking to People that around a year ago, the retired actor “quit riding his bike through the neighborhood.”
Aaron explained how Arakawa, who at 64 was more than 30 years Hackman’s junior, took extra good care of him in his twilight years.
“Betsy tried to keep him kind of active and engaged,” he said, sharing that Hackman kept his mind active by working on puzzles and doing yoga via Zoom. “She was still trying to keep him as active and engaged and healthy as possible,” Aaron said. “She was very protective of him in terms of COVID-19, so she’d always wear a mask when we’d see her out.” 
This was corroborated by Hackman’s good friend, Doug Lanham, who told TMZ that the actor’s wife was sure he maintained a strict, healthy diet that saw him “order either the halibut or rice-paper salmon rather than a big steak” at the bistro he owned for years.
“They were one of the tightest couples I’ve seen,” he concluded. “They seemed like real life partners, really, really close to each other, and they were both incredibly kind. And they were reserved, but they were real, [and] a lot of fun.”
While Hackman’s health appeared to be declining, according to the Lenihans, Arakawa seemed to be the picture of health ahead of her death. 
“Betsy was in perfect health,“ Barbara Lenihan told People. “She was so fit.”
All of the Lenihans’ claims about their famous friend’s health decline, however, stand in sharp contrast to what one of Hackman’s daughters told the press after his body was discovered last week. Leslie Ann Hackman told the Daily Mail last week that “there was no indication that there was any problem” with her dad’s health before his death.
“Despite his age, he was in very good physical condition,” she told the outlet. 
Leslie Ann, one of the actor’s three children from a prior marriage to Faye Maltese, and her siblings were convinced that a gas leak had caused the death of her dad; that was ruled out by authorities last week. While speaking with the Daily Mail, Leslie Ann admitted that she had not spoken with her father in the months before his death. 
This is strikingly similar to the situation with Arakawa and her mother, Yoshie Feaster. According to a housekeeper who tends to Arakawa’s 91-year-old mother, who has dementia, regular calls placed to her in Hawaii stopped in October — a similar timeframe to the “couple of months” in which Leslie Ann Hackman had not spoken with her father. 
“Betsy hadn’t called her mother in months,” Keiko, the housekeeper, told the Daily Mail. “She usually called every one or two months. Last time she called was in October. We were thinking, what happened?”
Sheriff Mendoza on Friday repeated that investigators are still putting together a timeline of the past few months. A personal calendar found in the house was listed as one of the items removed from the property when a search warrant was executed last week. The full toxicology reports on Hackman and Arakawa are expected in a few months.
 
 

.From: American Atheist.OrgAtheism is one thing: A lack of belief in gods.
Atheism is not an affirmative belief that there is no god nor does it answer any other question about what a person believes. It is simply a rejection of the assertion that there are gods. Atheism is too often defined incorrectly as a belief system. To be clear: Atheism is not a disbelief in gods or a denial of gods; it is a lack of belief in gods.
Older dictionaries define atheism as “a belief that there is no God.” Clearly, theistic influence taints these definitions. The fact that dictionaries define Atheism as “there is no God” betrays the (mono)theistic influence. Without the (mono)theistic influence, the definition would at least read “there are no gods.”
Atheism is not a belief system nor is it a religion.
While there are some religions that are atheistic (certain sects of Buddhism, for example), that does not mean that atheism is a religion. To put it in a more humorous way: If atheism is a religion, then not collecting stamps is a hobby.
Despite the fact that atheism is not a religion, atheism is protected by many of the same Constitutional rights that protect religion. That, however, does not mean that atheism is itself a religion, only that our sincerely held (lack of) beliefs are protected in the same way as the religious beliefs of others. Similarly, many “interfaith” groups will include atheists. This, again, does not mean that atheism is a religious belief.
Some groups will use words like Agnostic, Humanist, Secular, Bright, Freethinker, or any number of other terms to self identify. Those words are perfectly fine as a self-identifier, but we strongly advocate using the word that people understand: Atheist. Don’t use those other terms to disguise your atheism or to shy away from a word that some think has a negative connotation. We should be using the terminology that is most accurate and that answers the question that is actually being asked. We should use the term that binds all of us together.
If you call yourself a humanist, a freethinker, a bright, or even a “cultural Catholic” and lack belief in a god, you are an atheist. Don’t shy away from the term. Embrace it. 
Agnostic isn’t just a “weaker” version of being an atheist. It answers a different question. Atheism is about what you believe. Agnosticism is about what you know.
Not all non-religious people are atheists, but…
In recent surveys, the Pew Research Center has grouped atheists, agnostics, and the “unaffiliated” into one category. The so-called “Nones” are the fastest growing “religious” demographic in the United States. Pew separates out atheists from agnostics and the non-religious, but that is primarily a function of self-identification. Only about 5% of people call themselves atheists, but if you ask about belief in gods, 11% say they do not believe in gods. Those people are atheists, whether they choose to use the word or not.
A recent survey from University of Kentucky psychologists Will Gervais and Maxine Najle found that as many as 26% of Americans may be atheists. This study was designed to overcome the stigma associated with atheism and the potential for closeted atheists to abstain from “outing” themselves even when speaking anonymously to pollsters. The full study is awaiting publication in Social Psychological and Personality Science journal but a pre-print version is available here.
Even more people say that their definition of “god” is simply a unifying force between all people. Or that they aren’t sure what they believe. If you lack an active belief in gods, you are an atheist. 
Being an atheist doesn’t mean you’re sure about every theological question, have answers to the way the world was created, or how evolution works. It just means that the assertion that gods exist has left you unconvinced.
Wishing that there was an afterlife, or a creator god, or a specific god doesn’t mean you’re not an atheist. Being an atheist is about what you believe and don’t believe, not about what you wish to be true or would find comforting.
All atheists are different
The only common thread that ties all atheists together is a lack of belief in gods. Some of the best debates we have ever had have been with fellow atheists. This is because atheists do not have a common belief system, sacred scripture or atheist Pope. This means atheists often disagree on many issues and ideas. Atheists come in a variety of shapes, colors, beliefs, convictions, and backgrounds. We are as unique as our fingerprints.
Atheists exist across the political spectrum. We are members of every race. We are members of the LGBTQ* community. There are atheists in urban, suburban, and rural communities and in every state of the nation.
 
 
 

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   Dan Eamer (Author of The Epic, "THE SATAN GENE") "FAT BURNER SECRETS"
Dan obtained his Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Exercise Science from Concordia University in Montreal, leading to a career as a professional personal trainer.When he’s not developing training programs inspired by medieval torture methods, or researching and writing thrillers, he’s belting out songs in a band—and occasionally wearing a pretty cool cowboy hat while doing it.His writing career stems from a life list that he had created at the age of sixteen. Writing a novel was near the top of that list of over one hundred goals. The list has been lost in the mists of time, but never forgotten.After publishing two health and fitness industry books, he decided to get his teeth into a real novel. His first thriller, The SATAN Gene, is for lovers of conspiracy theories, secret codes, Catholic intrigue, and tantalizing blends of fact and fiction.

Social Media Mishaps & Malfunctions
Propaganda, misinformation and fake news have the potential to polarise public opinion, to promote violent extremism and hate speech and, ultimately, to undermine democracies and reduce trust in the democratic processes.
It is vital for schools to provide students with a solid education on media and information literacy as part of the curriculum.
Teachers must be well-trained in the subject to empower students with the necessary competences to critically understand and assess information reported by all forms of media.
Projects in partnership with national and local authorities and media organisations are encouraged. 
Facts & figures
Two thirds of EU citizens report coming across fake news at least once a week.[1]
Over 80% of EU citizens say they see fake news both as an issue for their country and for democracy in general.[2]
Half of EU citizens aged 15-30 say they need critical thinking and information skills to help them combat fake news and extremism in society.[3]
What is propaganda, misinformation and fake news?
The terms ‘propaganda’, ‘misinformation’ and ‘fake news’ often overlap in meaning. They are used to refer to a range of ways in which sharing information causes harm, intentionally or unintentionally – usually in relation to the promotion of a particular moral or political cause or point of view.
It is possible to separate out three clearly different uses of information which fall into this category:
Mis-information - false information shared with no intention of causing harm
Dis-information - false information shared intentionally to cause harm
Mal-information - true information shared intentionally to cause harm.[4]
Although none of these phenomena are new, they have taken on new significance recently with the widespread availability of sophisticated forms of information and communication technology. The sharing of text, images, videos, or links online, for example, allows information to go viral within hours.
Why is propaganda, misinformation and fake news important at school?
Since information and communication technology is so central to their lives nowadays, young people are particularly vulnerable to propaganda, misinformation and fake news. Young people spend a significant amount of their time watching television, playing online games, chatting, blogging, listening to music, posting photos of themselves and searching for other people with whom to communicate online. They rely heavily on information circulated online for their knowledge of the world and how they perceive reality. Many parents do not have sufficient technical competence to keep up with their children’s online activity, or educate them about the risks they might be facing. Schools, therefore, have a duty to provide young people with the critical and information skills which they cannot access at home. 
“The significant rise of fake news as propaganda in recent years makes it critical that students have the skills they need to identify truth and discern bias.”[5]
The ability to respond critically to online propaganda, misinformation and fake news is more than a safe-guarding tool, however, it is also an important democratic competence in its own right. Analytical and critical thinking, and knowledge and critical understanding of the world, including the role of language and communication lie at the heart of the Council of Europe Reference Framework of Competences for Democratic Culture. They are central to Digital Citizenship Education and Media and Information Literacy.[6] 
“School is the one place where it is absolutely crucial to train future citizens to understand, to criticise and to create information. It is in schools that the digital citizen must begin and maintain constant critical thinking in order to attain meaningful participation in his or her community.”[7]
The ability to handle off-line as well as online propaganda, misinformation and fake news is also a key skill in a number of other school subjects, e.g., History, Social Studies, Science, Religious Studies and Art. Young people may study the use of nationalistic and patriotic slogans, or so-called ‘atrocity propaganda’ in WW1 in History, for example; or art forms designed to support particular ideologies in Art lessons.
Another area in which information and communication technology is becoming an issue for schools is through adverse comments made about teachers and schools on social media. Schools are finding that parents and others increasingly turn to social media when they have a dispute or disagreement with their school, e.g., over school rules, school policies, or staff behaviour. How to handle online critical or defamatory comments or campaigns of this sort has become a matter of concern for leaders and managers in some schools.[8]
What are the challenges?
There are a number of challenges facing schools wishing to take propaganda, misinformation and fake news seriously as an educational or social issue:
Teachers’ own online activity and area of experience is often quite limited and frequently lags behind that of their students. This can make them reticent to take on this area of teaching and learning without a significant commitment to professional development.
The speed with which technology and young peoples’ online activity changes makes it difficult for teachers to keep up-to-date with recent developments. Even professional development programmes can go rapidly out-of-date.
It can be difficult finding a discrete slot in the school timetable where issues relating to the creation and sharing of information can be taught. While aspects may be raised in a number of subjects, it can be a problem finding a space in an over-full curriculum where the phenomenon can be dealt with head-on as an issue in its own right.
The description ‘fake news’ does not mean there is such a category as ‘true’ news. All news is a selection and written to suit a particular audience for a particular purpose. Providing the depth of analysis and sophisticated skills that do justice to this topic can be a challenge for some schools, especially in terms of teacher competence and training. 
“States should take measures to promote media and digital literacy, including by covering these topics as part of the regular school curriculum and by engaging with civil society and other stakeholders to raise awareness about these issues.”
 
 

THE JERSEY SOUND(It Ain't Just Springsteen)Season’s change, and here in the Garden State, we experience that to a great extent with colorful sunsets that drop down behind tall trees whose falling leaves are just as colorful.
What hasn’t changed, though, season after season or year after year, is the colorful music scene that has shaped both the state, and the industry, for decades. Something global warming can’t take away from us is this: The Jersey Sound. Even as we fluctuate from spring-like temperatures to frost-covered mornings to the point of whiplash, we can find the beauty in this state with ease. It’s everywhere, filling the five major senses no matter where you go. You can see swirling sunsets of orange and pink, feel leaves crunching underfoot, taste a rouge snowflake on a chilly day like today, smell the industrial cities (for better or for worse), and hear The Jersey Sound. This state may just be the most sense-heavy place in the nation, and we are not going to complain. (Although, NJ is known for that – some complaints, some choice words, some high octane moments, some energy, and some attitude. The attitude of New Jerseyan artists and New Jerseyans in general is a through-line in the film at hand.)
The Jersey Sound: The Musicians Who Call New Jersey Home, the aptly named documentary that came out this year and premiered this past June in the cultural hub of Asbury Park, explores such. “This was a tough four years, but it was a labor of love, and to see the reaction that I, myself, and my team received on that day in Asbury Park was very gratifying,” the producer told us in a conversation a couple months of ago. “And since then, there have been some good articles written. I’ve gotten some nice responses from people. I’m very pleased to say the least.”

"THE JERSEY SOUND"(It Ain't Just Springsteen)
Season’s change, and here in the Garden State, we experience that to a great extent with colorful sunsets that drop down behind tall trees whose falling leaves are just as colorful.
What hasn’t changed, though, season after season or year after year, is the colorful music scene that has shaped both the state, and the industry, for decades. Something global warming can’t take away from us is this: The Jersey Sound. Even as we fluctuate from spring-like temperatures to frost-covered mornings to the point of whiplash, we can find the beauty in this state with ease. It’s everywhere, filling the five major senses no matter where you go. You can see swirling sunsets of orange and pink, feel leaves crunching underfoot, taste a rouge snowflake on a chilly day like today, smell the industrial cities (for better or for worse), and hear The Jersey Sound. This state may just be the most sense-heavy place in the nation, and we are not going to complain. (Although, NJ is known for that – some complaints, some choice words, some high octane moments, some energy, and some attitude. The attitude of New Jerseyan artists and New Jerseyans in general is a through-line in the film at hand.)
The Jersey Sound: The Musicians Who Call New Jersey Home, the aptly named documentary that came out this year and premiered this past June in the cultural hub of Asbury Park, explores such. “This was a tough four years, but it was a labor of love, and to see the reaction that I, myself, and my team received on that day in Asbury Park was very gratifying,” the producer told us in a conversation a couple months of ago. “And since then, there have been some good articles written. I’ve gotten some nice responses from people. I’m very pleased to say the least.”
Music's Biggest Stars Came from New Jersey
Bruce SpringsteenJon bon JoviFrank ValliTommy JamesSouth Side Johnny  John LyonsJoe WalshStevie Van ZandtDanny Federici (Late)The Jonas BrothersFrank SinatraWhitney HoustonPaul SimonSebastian BachGloria GaynorQueen LatifahKool & The GangThe Sugar Hill GangDionne WarwickGeorge Clinton FunkadelicRicky NelsonIce TeaMary Chapin Carpenter

 
VETERAN OF STAGE AND SONG JOHNNY PETILLO
 
New Jersey has long had a reputation for putting out some of the most impressive lounge singers known in the world and holds its claim to fame with Frank Sinatra.  Originally a Jersey boy out of Hoboken, Sinatra went on to become one of the most well-known members of the Rat Pack.  Jersey hasn’t stopped producing legends, however, and Johnny Petillo is a proud member of the ranks of Doo Wop and Rat Pack shows to come out of New Jersey in the years that followed.  If you enjoy the tonal qualities of doo-wop favorites mixed with a splash of comedy, Johnny Petillo should be on your list.
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Johnny has a long-standing passion for music, standing on the street corners of Asbury Park belting out his soulful tones to captivated audiences.  When he first got his start he may have only been locally famous, but as his notoriety grew he eventually found his way onto the European charts with his hit record “Kiss Me Quick.”  He would soon get to go to Europe and tour the countries there, as well as the United States, with the band Danny and the Juniors.  World fame was essentially guaranteed for this talented boy from Jersey.
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The years to follow would show Johnny refining his craft even further, and he served for some time as lead singer with The Duprees.  It was on the back of his voice that the group went on to have such incredible singles as “Have you heard” and “You Belong To Me”, two songs that would make them famous.  Like most of his contemporaries, Johnny Petillo was a rolling stone, and his career wouldn’t stand still.
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Due to the quality of his performances, Johnny Petillo was afforded one of the biggest honors an artist of his time could receive, he was invited to appear on The Tonight Show, as well as Late Night with David Letterman.  An invitation to the White House didn’t hold the same prestige as sharing a few minutes in the limelight with these late night talk-show celebrities.
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Johnny’s successful career hasn’t led him to forget the days where he was still reaching out to his audience in small venues and comedy clubs.  He still tours these locations to this very day and can be seen performing in locations that range from smokey lounge bars to Madison Square Garden.
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His suite of talents is broad, allowing him to advertise himself as “Johnny Petillo’s Doo Wop & Rat Pack One Man Show”, and those who recruit his services are in for an absolute delight.  Johnny’s talent includes a soulful voice that he uses to perform original pieces, as well as doing impressions of some of the most talented Rat Pack members from history.  What’s a night of good music with a few laughs?  A great night out, which is why Johnny brings his talents as a comedian to the table to brighten up an evening of powerful, nostalgic music.

THE CONNECTIONWWE and TNA Wrestling have a multi-year partnership that allows wrestlers from both companies to appear on each other's programs. This partnership is intended to create new opportunities for talent development and improve the viewer experience. WWE and TNA partnershipTalent sharingTNA wrestlers will appear on NXT programming, and NXT wrestlers will appear on TNA Wrestling. Crossover opportunitiesThe partnership will create new opportunities for crossover matches between NXT and TNA wrestlers. Benefits for both companiesThe partnership is good business for both companies and can help improve ratings and ticket sales. TNA and AEW partnershipTNA and AEW previously collaborated in 2021, but have since parted ways. Some say that the AEW relationship was good for IMPACT and helped Kenny with his storyline. THE CONNECTIONWWE and TNA Wrestling have a multi-year partnership that allows wrestlers from both companies to appear on each other's programs. This partnership is intended to create new opportunities for talent development and improve the viewer experience. 
 
WWE and TNA partnership
Talent sharing
TNA wrestlers will appear on NXT programming, and NXT wrestlers will appear on TNA Wrestling. 
 
Crossover opportunities
The partnership will create new opportunities for crossover matches between NXT and TNA wrestlers. 
 
Benefits for both companies
The partnership is good business for both companies and can help improve ratings and ticket sales. 
 
TNA and AEW partnership
TNA and AEW previously collaborated in 2021, but have since parted ways. 
 
Some say that the AEW relationship was good for IMPACT and helped Kenny with his storyline. 

The election of Donald Trump has signaled the END of Social Media CENCORSHIP and BULLYING. How will Facebook and TikTok respond?

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Trumps First Week: A Mixed Bag of NUTS!!!
he first week of the Trump presidency is on the books, and it went exactly as should have been expected. The businessman-turned-politician has bucked convention, promulgated falsehoods and begun the work of implementing his agenda.
President Trump’s first foray onto the global stage as president is already a mixed bag. As he hosts British Prime Minister Theresa May to discuss Brexit, Syria, and other global challenges, Trump is still smarting from the cancellation of the planned visit of Mexican President Enrique Peña Nieto. The controversy was only heightened after the White House floated and then walked back a proposal for a 20% tax on Mexican imports to pay for the border wall—a plan that would have in effect had American consumers paying for it. But the more protectionist idea is something that the Trump administration is considering, if in an altered form, and signals that his rethinking of American trade policy is coming to fruition.
 
U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley delivered a warning to foreign countries that the U.S. involvement with the UN is changing.”For those that don’t have our back, we’re taking names,” she said Friday. It comes as the Trump administration seeks to redefine American foreign policy to one of “America First.”
What Trump’s wall plan could mean for consumers. What to know about Trump’s SCOTUS finalists. And what the First Family has been up to.
Here are your must reads:
Must Reads
Trump’s Plans Mean That the Cost of the Wall Could Be Passed on to U.S. ConsumersWhite House floats, then walks-back, a Mexico import tax [TIME]
Here’s What to Know About President Trump’s 3 Supreme Court FinalistsAnnouncement to come Thursday [TIME]
In Trump’s White House, a Day of Confusion and ChangeA chaotic first week [Associated Press]
President Trump’s First Seven Days of False Claims, Inaccurate Statements and ExaggerationsFact-checking the president [Washington Post]
Sound Off
“We don’t need this. Some people have come in with evil intentions. Most haven’t, I guess, but we can’t take chances.” — President Trump to Sean Hannity on his planned immigration and refugee restrictions
“I do believe we’re going to have a much better plan, we’re going to have a cheaper plan, I think it’s going to be a lot less expensive.” — Trump to Hannity on his Obamacare replacement plan.
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JIM MESKIMEN CELEBRITY IMPRESSIONIST
BiographyJim Meskimen is an accomplished actor, improviser and voice artist whose work is well-known to TV and film audiences. He appeared on the British series Whose Line Is It Anyway? (1988) several times, and was a recurring character on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air (1990) for two seasons. 
He has worked with director Ron Howard on five of his films, including The Paper (1994), Apollo 13 (1995), Ed-tv (1999), How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000) and Frost/Nixon (2008). He has also worked in two films by director Paul Thomas Anderson. 
A professional artist, Jim exhibits and sells his realist oil paintings. As a designer/cartoonist, he created dozens of characters, weapons and vehicles for the original "Thundercat's" animated series. Jim continues to dazzle audiences with his improvisational skills and appears regularly on L.A. stages. Meskimen is married to actress Tamra Meskimen and they have a daughter, Taylor Meskimen. 
His mother is Golden Globe and Emmy-nominated actress Marion Ross of Happy Days (1974) and the critically-acclaimed series, Brooklyn Bridge (1991).- IMDb Mini Biography By: Anonymous
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Who is Jim Meskimen?As a professional actor for nearly thirty years Jim has appeared in the films Apollo 13, The Grinch, Frost/Nixon, The Punisher, Not Forgotten, There Will Be Blood and many others.  Some of Jim’s TV credits include Friends, Whose Line is it, Anyway?, Fresh Prince of Bel Air, Castle, Lie to Me and Rules of Engagement.
In the 1980’s & 90’s he had a thriving career as a man-on-the-street interviewer for improvised TV and radio campaigns for grocery stores, bank cards, coffee makers, and a host of other clients that won awards for several major advertising agencies.
 
 

The 67th annual Grammy Awards proved to be a landmark evening for music industry veterans like Beyoncé and Kendrick Lamar, who swept the three biggest categories, as well as rising stars like Sabrina Carpenter, Chappell Roan, and Doechii, each of whom took the stage to perform before taking home a prize.
The standout moments at Sunday's ceremony shone a spotlight on fresh talent and big personalities in the industry. However, they were somewhat offset by a handful of uninspired sets.
Sabrina Carpenter was nominated for each of the "Big Four" awards for her masterful pop album "Short n' Sweet," plus best pop vocal album and best pop solo performance for "Espresso," both of which she won.
Thankfully, the Grammys gave Carpenter enough time onstage to honor her breakthrough into pop royalty after years of cutting her teeth at Disney Channel, training for Broadway, and perfecting her goofy-yet-sexy onstage persona.
Carpenter showcased the full range of her skillset with a Lucille Ball-esque performance, complete with comedic bits and costumes, a jazzy blend of "Espresso" and "Please Please Please," and even a tap-dance break.
Chappell Roan made headlines throughout 2024 for drawing massive crowds at festivals like Coachella and Lollapalooza. As she proved once again on the Grammy stage, Roan is a born entertainer with the creative vision, showmanship, and soaring falsetto to match.
Rather than sticking with the obvious choice and singing her breakout hit "Good Luck, Babe!" — nominated for both record and song of the year — Roan smartly opted to perform her gay-awakening anthem "Pink Pony Club" to honor her love of Los Angeles.
Shortly after, Roan returned to the stage to accept the award for best new artist, where she boldly took the music industry to task; Roan dedicated her speech to demanding higher wages and better worker protections for herself and her peers. You just can't teach stage presence like hers.
Charli XCX was one of the most-nominated artists at the Grammys this year and one of the evening's final performers. Thankfully, the old cliché of "saving the best for last" applies here.
Charli kickstarted her "Brat" medley with "Von Dutch," strutting around the arena's parking garage while flanked by a crowd of partygoers and hot girls, including supermodel Alex Consani and internet "It Girl" Gabbriette Bechtel.
By the time Charli and her entourage arrived onstage, it felt like the whole crowd was on their feet. Even Taylor Swift, the apparent source of envy that Charli sings about in "Sympathy Is a Knife," was jumping around with a champagne bottle in her hand.
Charli capped the performance with "Guess," her hit collaboration with Billie Eilish, while panties and undergarments rained from the ceiling. It was hard not to feel jealous of the cool kids on that stage — which was, of course, exactly what Charli was going for.
How many times do we need to watch Benson Boone follow this exact blueprint?
"Beautiful Things" may have been his breakout hit, but it's a cookie-cutter pop song that doesn't need yet another televised performance — especially not if Boone insists on recycling every detail for every one, from the all-too-faithful instrumentation to the onstage backflip and the sparkly jumpsuits stolen directly from Harry Styles' playbook.

MOB INSIDER AND "HI-JACK" EXPERTLOUIS FERRANTE
LOU FERRANTE BIO
From Crime to Redemption: Lou Ferrante’s journey from a life of crime to redemption is a remarkable tale of resilience and transformation. As a former member of the notorious Gambino family, he was deeply entrenched in the criminal underworld. However, his path took a dramatic turn after serving eight and a half years in some of America’s toughest prisons. 
Educational Empowerment: While incarcerated, Lou Ferrante recognized the transformative power of education. Despite lacking formal schooling, he devoted himself to learning, spending up to eighteen hours a day reading and studying the works of renowned authors. 
Insider Insights into Organized Crime: Through candid storytelling, Lou exposes the harsh truths and moral complexities of life within the Mafia, shedding light on the human cost of crime and violence. His perspective challenges stereotypes and prompts audiences to confront the realities of criminal behavior with empathy and understanding.
Inspiring Personal Transformation: By sharing his struggles and triumphs, Lou empowers others to confront their own challenges, embrace personal growth, and pursue a path of positive transformation. Through his example, he offers hope to those seeking a second chance and a new beginning.
Impactful Speaking Engagements: As a sought-after speaker, Lou Ferrante captivates audiences with his dynamic presence and compelling storytelling. His talks resonate with diverse audiences, from corporate executives and law enforcement professionals to students and community groups. With authenticity and candor, Lou shares lessons learned from his own experiences, offering practical insights and strategies for personal and professional development. 
 
 
 
 

What's Happening Over The Skies of New Jersey Part IITHE CULLING 
 Strange things are happening in the skies over the Garden State New Jersey. What are they, Where are they coming from and What do they want?
 
PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- People from all across the Delaware Valley and up into northern New Jersey have reported seeing clusters of drones in the sky over the past several weeks.
Numerous reports were sent to Action News about flying objects in Media and Broomall in Delaware County, as well as in Philadelphia's Mayfair section and in Cherry Hill, Camden County.
We've been asking local and federal officials if they can offer an explanation. Simply put, so far, the answer is no.
We spoke with Maureen Rush who is a 45-year law enforcement veteran and president of the Philadelphia Police Foundation. She says it's important to note that many of the sightings include commercial-grade drones, some as large as small airplanes, not the kinds used by hobbyists.
"My other concern is that there are multiple drone sightings. They're almost in a flock. If they were geese, they'd be in a flock, and that's what's really unnerving for people," she said.
Over in New Jersey, Governor Phil Murphy has publicly stated that this drone activity does not pose a public safety concern, but he has offered little else regarding an explanation.
And State Senator Doug Steinhardt says that's simply not good enough.
"I'd be happy with an explanation that we've looked at it, and we don't have information, or for law enforcement to say it's an ongoing something or other, you know, and that's as much as we can tell you, but we're not even getting that which is unfortunate," said Steinhardt.
And Steinhardt says he's not just speaking as a lawmaker, he's speaking as a witness.
"I walked out of my front porch last night and saw it would look like drone activity to me. I mean, I've seen airplanes cross the sky before and this wasn't that," he says.
Steinhardt has since sent letters to fellow lawmakers, including Governor Murphy, requesting they convene a bipartisan panel to discuss the situation.
The FBI is involved in the investigation.
 

UFO'S or DRONES?  Strange things are happening in the skies over the Garden State New Jersey. What are they, Where are they coming from and What do they want?
 
PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- People from all across the Delaware Valley and up into northern New Jersey have reported seeing clusters of drones in the sky over the past several weeks.
Numerous reports were sent to Action News about flying objects in Media and Broomall in Delaware County, as well as in Philadelphia's Mayfair section and in Cherry Hill, Camden County.
We've been asking local and federal officials if they can offer an explanation. Simply put, so far, the answer is no.
We spoke with Maureen Rush who is a 45-year law enforcement veteran and president of the Philadelphia Police Foundation. She says it's important to note that many of the sightings include commercial-grade drones, some as large as small airplanes, not the kinds used by hobbyists.
"My other concern is that there are multiple drone sightings. They're almost in a flock. If they were geese, they'd be in a flock, and that's what's really unnerving for people," she said.
Over in New Jersey, Governor Phil Murphy has publicly stated that this drone activity does not pose a public safety concern, but he has offered little else regarding an explanation.
And State Senator Doug Steinhardt says that's simply not good enough.
"I'd be happy with an explanation that we've looked at it, and we don't have information, or for law enforcement to say it's an ongoing something or other, you know, and that's as much as we can tell you, but we're not even getting that which is unfortunate," said Steinhardt.
And Steinhardt says he's not just speaking as a lawmaker, he's speaking as a witness.
"I walked out of my front porch last night and saw it would look like drone activity to me. I mean, I've seen airplanes cross the sky before and this wasn't that," he says.
Steinhardt has since sent letters to fellow lawmakers, including Governor Murphy, requesting they convene a bipartisan panel to discuss the situation.
The FBI is involved in the investigation.

After fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, here's what we know
UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was shot and killed Wednesday morning outside of a hotel in New York City, police said. A manhunt is underway to find the gunman, who fled the scene on a bike into Central Park.
Here is what we know so far.
Shooting appeared to be targeted attack
Thompson, 50, suffered gunshot wounds to the back and to the leg at around 6:45 a.m. ET, while outside of the Hilton Midtown hotel in a busy section of Manhattan. Police said they believe this was not a random attack, and that Thompson was targeted. Authorities are searching for a motive.
"We are deeply saddened by this morning's events in the area and our thoughts are with all affected by the tragedy," a spokesperson for the hotel said in a statement.
Investigators have video of the shooting in which the gunman appeared to wait for Thompson for several minutes prior to firing, New York City Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch said at a briefing. The gunman arrived at the shooting location on foot about five minutes before Thompson arrived.
The suspect approached Thompson from behind and fired the gun at least twice, striking him in the back and the right calf, according to the police commissioner. The shooter used a silencer, which is a device that acts like a muzzle to reduce the sound of a gunshot. Video shows the suspect fire the gun initially and step toward Thompson, said NYPD Chief of Detectives Joseph Kenny. The gun appeared to malfunction, but the shooter cleared the jam fairly quickly before firing again. The CEO was not robbed.
"I want to be clear. At this time, every indication is that this was a premeditated, preplanned, targeted attack," Tisch said. 
The commissioner said the gunman ignored multiple passersby while seemingly lying in wait for Thompson. Another person is also seen in security footage standing against the side of the building between the gunman and Thompson, but just outside of the line of fire. The gunman does not appear to move from his position facing Thompson as the person, apparently realizing there has been a shooting, looks up from their phone and hurries away. 
Police did not respond directly when asked whether Thompson had known enemies prior to his death or been blamed for a health insurance recipient's lack of coverage under UnitedHealthcare — since the latter issue led to protests in Minnesota, where the company is headquartered and where Thompson lived, over the summer. They said investigators were "looking at everything," including the executive's social media, and interviewing his colleagues and family members to work out what circumstances may have led to the incident. NYPD is also connecting with law enforcement in Minnesota.

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Director Susie Singer Carter
Susie is an award-winning writer, playwright, director, producer, and actress. She started her TV/Film career in 2006 writing, producing, and directing two children’s series for CBS Saturday morning, “Cake” and “Dance Revolution”. She moved into features writing “BRATZ” for Lionsgate and co-producing “Soul Surfer” for Sony. Her short film, “My Mom and The Girl” starring Valerie Harper in her final beautiful performance, won numerous awards including Best Direction, Best Short Film, Best Ensemble Cast, was officially selected at the “Emerging Filmmaker Showcase” at Cannes 2017 winning a spot in the PBS Fine Cuts series, and was Oscar’s qualified in 2018.During the pandemic, Susie launched two successful podcasts. Her talk show, "Love Conquers Alz", received Best Podcast 2020 by New Media Film Festival and is now in its third season. She recently completed the firs season of her scripted comedy/horror, "I Love Lucifer", nominated for 7 Audio Verse Awards.Most recently, Susie was commissioned to adapt the book PLAIN JANE, and is currently attached to direct the dramedy based on the debut novel of the same title by Barrie Levitt Knee. Susie is currently writing, producing, and directing a feature documentary, No Country For Old People, a critically needed documentary inspired by her Mother's last 6 months of life in a Long Term Care facility in 2022. Susie knows the power of storytelling and has attracted an impressive list of the most talented and staunch advocates to contribute to the film. She has also partnered with The National Consumer Voice for Quality Long Term Care who are fiscally sponsoring the film by providing a 501(c)(3) status.

A Return to Alcatraz  (ALCATRAZ: THE LAST ESCAPE)
Re-examining the most perplexing and intriguing of all prison escapes. John and Clarence Anglin along with fellow career criminal Frank Morris managed to do the impossible when they actually got off of the "impenetrable" Alcatraz Island. The rest, as they say is history. And so Folklore is born, but where does the folklore end and the truth begin. Tonight, brothers Dave and Ken Widner and co-author Mike Lynch join us, yet again to sort through what is the mystery of The Escape From Alcatraz.
ALCATRAZ: A SHORT HISTORY
Originally built as a naval defense fortification in the 1850s, the facility on Alcatraz Island in San Francisco Bay housed military prisoners from 1861 to 1933, after which the U.S. Army transferred control to the Department of Justice. The new federal penitentiary on Alcatraz Island opened in 1934 and was considered the toughest prison America could produce. A maximum-security, minimum-privilege facility for the most hardened and unrepentant criminals in the U.S. prison system, Alcatraz represented the government’s attempt to take a hard-line stance against the rampant crime of the 1920s and ‘30s. During its 29 years in operation (1934-63), the prison housed some of the country’s most notorious bad guys, including Al Capone, George “Machine Gun” Kelly, Alvin Karpis (designated the first “Public Enemy #1”) and “Birdman” Robert Stroud.
FRANK MORRIS & THE ANGLIN BROTHERS
Frank Morris arrived on Alcatraz Island in January 1960, as inmate #AZ-1441. Convicted of his first crime at the age of 13, Morris had spent much of his life behind bars, serving time for offenses ranging from narcotics possession to armed robbery. With a reported I.Q. of more than 130, Morris also had a history of trying to break out of prisons; it was this habit that eventually landed him at “The Rock,” as Alcatraz had been dubbed long before its days as a federal prison. 
(In the Hollywood version of events, 1979’s “Escape from Alcatraz,” Clint Eastwood would play Morris.)
Morris’ accomplices, John and Clarence Anglin, serving time at Alcatraz for bank robbery, were also veterans of the prison system. Convicted along with a third brother, Alfred, they had been incarcerated at a federal penitentiary in Atlanta when they first met Morris. After their own series of escape attempts, John and Clarence were both sent to Alcatraz by mid-1961. A fourth man, Allen West, who also participated in the escape plot, was serving his second term at the Rock. Left behind on the night of the escape, West later told the authorities much of what is now known about the complicated scheme, and even claimed to have been the mastermind himself.
By the time they made their escape attempt in June 1962, Morris and the Anglins had spent three months digging through the air vents in their cells with sharpened spoons purloined from the prison cafeteria. In addition, they fashioned lifelike dummy heads out of paper, soap and human hair from the prison barbershop, and stitched together a makeshift raft and life preservers from more than 50 raincoats donated by or stolen from their fellow inmates.
On the night of June 11, Morris decided the time had come to make their escape. When West was unable to get through the ventilator grill at the rear of his cell, Morris and the Anglins were forced to leave him behind, climbing some 30 feet up the prison plumbing system to the roof of the cellhouse. They crossed 100 feet of rooftop and made it down 50 feet of piping, hitting the ground near the exit to the inmates’ shower area. After that point, no one ever saw or heard from Morris or the Anglin brothers again.
According to West–who finally managed to escape his cell and make it to the rooftop, only to find that his fellow inmates had disappeared–the plan had been to use the makeshift raft to reach Angel Island. After some rest, the men would then reenter the bay on the opposite site of the island and swim through the so-called Raccoon Straits on their way to Marin County, where they would steal a car and burglarize a clothing store before going their separate ways. But no such crimes were reported anywhere in Marin County within 12 days of the escape–a fact the authorities would point to as support for their conclusion that the attempt had failed. In another significant lead, a Norwegian freighter reported seeing a body floating 20 miles northwest of Golden Gate Bridge on July 17, wearing what appeared to be denim trousers similar to those issued by the prison.
Though the FBI still maintains active arrest warrants for all three men, they are officially listed as missing and presumed drowned, victims of the frigid waters and swift currents of San Francisco Bay. But the inmates’ bodies were never found, and some people continue to believe that Morris and the Anglins may have survived. On March 21, 1963, less than a year after the escape attempt, the federal prison on Alcatraz Island closed. It had been the most expensive of all U.S. state or federal prisons to operate, primarily due to the cost of transporting fresh water to the island and evacuating waste. Now operated by the National Park Service, “The Rock” is now one of San Francisco’s most popular tourist attractions.
 

ARE WE BORN RACIST?
ARE WE INHERENTLY RACIST?
Is bigotry in our DNA, a remnant of our fear of “the other” way back when that was necessary? If so, why do some battle with their instincts while others embrace them?
Humans are the most cooperative species on the planet – all part of a huge interconnected ecosystem. We have built vast cities, connected by a global nervous system of roads, shipping lanes and optical fibers. We have sent thousands of satellites spinning around the planet. Even seemingly simple objects like a graphite pencil are the work of thousands of hands from around the world, as the wonderful essay I-Pencil, quoted above, by Leonard Read describes.
Yet we can also be surprisingly intolerant of each other. If we are completely honest, there is perhaps a little bit of xenophobia, racism, sexism and bigotry deep within all of us, if we would only allow it. Luckily, we can choose to control and suppress such tendencies for our own wellbeing and the good of society.
When the media, and especially people we trust, talk in such a way, it has a profound effect on our receiving minds. It can even shape our beliefs in what we might think are purely rational issues. For example, the belief in whether humans are causing climate change is strongly associated with US political party membership.
This is because we tend to adopt a common position on a topic to signal we are part of a group, just like football fans wear certain colors or have tattoos to show their tribal loyalty. Even strong individuals who stand up to oppressive regimes typically have shared ideals and norms with other members of a resistance movement.
This tribalism can all feel very visceral and natural because, well, in a way, it is. It fires up the primal parts of our brain designed for such responses. Yet, there are other natural attitudes, such as compassion and consideration for others, that can be suppressed in such circumstances. Imbalanced cultures produce imbalanced brains.
This combination of nature and nurture shaping our attitudes and behavior is apparent in many human characteristics, and unpicking some of these examples can help us see opportunities to steer the process.
Consider the tendency to become overweight in modern society. In premodern times, sugary and fatty foods were rare and valuable for humans. Now, they are everywhere. A biological trait – the craving for sugary or fatty foods – which was adaptive in premodern times, has become detrimental and maladaptive.
Surely our modern cultures can protect us from these innate drives when they are unhealthy for ourselves and society? After all, we effectively suppress violent behavior in society through the way we bring up children, policing and the prison system.
Instead of acknowledging and protecting us from the innate drive to binge on unhealthy food, however, our modern cultures (in many countries at least) actually exacerbate that particular problem. The result is 2 billion people – over a quarter of the world’s population – overweight or obese, while another 2 billion suffer some kind of micronutrient deficiency.
When we understand how our hardwired urges interact with an unhelpful cultural context, we can begin to design positive interventions. In the case of obesity, this might mean less junk food marketing and altering the composition of manufactured food. We can also change our own behavior, for example laying down new routines and healthier eating habits.
Climate change could boost bigotryBut what about bigotry and xenophobia? Can’t we simply design the right fixes for them? That may depend on how big the problems we face in future are. For example, growing ecological crises – climate change, pollution and biodiversity loss – may actually lead to more bigoted and xenophobic attitudes.
Rewiring the brainThankfully, we can use rational thinking to develop strategies to overcome these attitudes. We can reinforce positive values, building trust and compassion, reducing the distinction between our in-group and the “other”.
An important first step is appreciating our connectedness to other people. We all evolved from the same bacteria-like ancestor, and right now we share over 99% of our DNA with everyone else on the planet. Our minds are closely linked through social networks, and the things we create are often the inevitable next step in a series of interdependent innovations.
Innovation is part of a great, linked creative human endeavor with no respect for race or national boundaries. In the face of overwhelming evidence from multiple scientific disciplines (biology, psychology, neuroscience) you can even question whether we exist as discrete individuals, or whether this sense individuality is an illusion (as I argue in my book The Self Delusion).
We evolved to believe we are discrete individuals because it brought survival benefits (such as memory formation and an ability to track complex social interactions). But taken too far, self-centered individualism can prevent us from solving collective problems.
Beyond theory, practice is also necessary to literally rewire our brains – reinforcing the neural networks through which compassionate behavior arises. Outdoor community activities have been shown to increase our psychological connectedness to others. Similarly, meditation approaches alter neural networks in the brain and reduce our sense of isolated self-identity, instead promoting compassion towards others. Even computer games and books can be designed to increase empathy.
Finally, at the societal level, we need frank and open debate about environmental change and its current and future human impacts – crucially, how our attitudes and values can affect other lives and livelihoods. We need public dialogue around climate-driven human migration and how we respond to that as a society, allowing us to mitigate the knee-jerk reaction of devaluing others.
Let’s defuse this ticking ethical timebomb and shame those who stoke flames of bigotry beneath it. Instead, we can open ourselves up to a more expansive attitude of connectedness, empowering us to work together in cooperation with our fellow human kin.
It is possible to steer our cultures and rewire our brains so that xenophobia and bigotry all but disappear. Indeed, working collaboratively across borders to overcome the global challenges of the 21st century relies upon us doing just that.
------------------------------------------------------------It is not there are so many people that are racist it is the perception or what Racism has been Conditioned into our society actually IS. Asking someone “Where do you work?” When I was young was not an unnatural question it was a matter of Conversation….Now someone that is hyper PC sensitive could “SOMEHOW” interpret that as “Racist”. Or demonstrating Patriotism and not being very tolerant of those that disrespect those that serve and preserve “”AS RACIST”. I think these hyper sensitive PC guys with the orange feet and horn honk noses perhaps should be asking the people that are suppose to be offended “IS this Racist?” To YOU? Would Probably find out those people have zero tolerance for Disrespecting their flag and their brother, father, sister, cousin that IS Protecting and Preserving…The Left had better get their message straightened out or their not going to have any voice. The only reason their voice is heard now is because the MSM is owned by a handful of Corporations that want a ONE World Deal. They don’t want The USA to be Sovereign …they don’t want us to have borders… What the Left has done to the Minorities (they’re suppose to care so much about ha ha)…The MSM has done to the left liberal agenda…they’re being used just like the minorities have been used. Well the Minorities are waking up…My Black friends My Hispanic friends have BEEN Woke up…they’re successful in their business and want the Economy they’re now enjoying. They’re perception is exactly my perception I’m white, they’re black or brown but, we all have the same thoughts…Give us a Chance and we will succeed…They hated Obama with a Passion not because he was black or half white but, BECAUSE he killed their business…graveyard dead. Those ARE the FACTS accept them or get used…Go get a job, start a business or just find your happy place BUT if you cannot do any of those things NOW?? Find the nearest Volcano and sacrifice yourself to the Village idiots god. Because …you will never have this opportunity again. Reagan was the last and that was when I was in College…Quit whining and use this CHANCE. The End.
 

WHATS REALLY INSIDE FORT KNOX
During the Cold War, the U.S. military stockpiled opium and morphine sulfate in case of a medical supply shortage or nuclear exchange. The government spent millions refining the opium into morphine in 1993, and it's still stored at Fort Knox. 
Historic artifacts
Fort Knox also stores historic artifacts, including the Holy Crown of Hungary, which was brought to Fort Knox for safekeeping during World War II. 
Is there Gold in Fort Knox? 
Fort Knox is a top-secret United States Army post that's surrounded by mystery and conspiracy theories. The facility is not open to visitors, and even U.S. Presidents don't get an invite.
The United States Bullion Depository at Fort Knox, Kentucky stores a large portion of the United States' gold reserves, as well as other precious items: 
Gold
Fort Knox holds about half of the Treasury's gold, which is roughly 147.3 million troy ounces (4,580 metric tons). The gold is kept in deep storage, which means it's in sealed vaults that are examined annually by the Treasury Department. 
Other precious items
Fort Knox also stores other valuables belonging to or in custody of the federal government. 
Morphine sulfate
 

 
An informal meeting of the minds with host and executive producer MadDog DiSipio

Conspiracy Week on WWF Radio
Some of the more popular conspiracy theories floating about the world wide web and even some you may have never heard about. Join us all week long for our year end conspiracy week long extravaganza.
What Is a Conspiracy Theory
A conspiracy theory is an explanation for an event or situation that asserts the existence of a conspiracy, when other explanations are more probable. The term generally has a negative connotation, implying that the appeal of a conspiracy theory is based in prejudice, emotional conviction, or insufficient evidence.
Conspiracy theory, an attempt to explain harmful or tragic events as the result of the actions of a small powerful group.
A conspiracy theory is an explanation for an event or situation that asserts the existence of a conspiracy when other explanations are more probable.THE ALCATRAZ CONSPIRACY REVISITED
In June 1962, inmates Clarence Anglin, John Anglin, and Frank Morris escaped from Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary, a maximum-security prison located on Alcatraz Island in San Francisco Bay, California, United States.[2] Late on the night of June 11 or early morning of June 12, the three men tucked papier-mâché model heads resembling their own likenesses into their beds, broke out of the main prison building via ventilation ducts and an unguarded utility corridor, and departed the island aboard an improvised inflatable raft to an uncertain fate.[3] A fourth conspirator, Allen West, failed in his escape attempt and remained on the island.
Hundreds of leads were pursued by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and local law enforcement officials in the ensuing years, but no conclusive evidence has ever surfaced favoring the success or failure of the attempt.[4] Numerous theories of widely varying plausibility have been proposed by authorities, reporters, family members, and amateur enthusiasts.[5] In 1979 the FBI officially concluded, on the basis of circumstantial evidence and a preponderance of expert opinion, that the men drowned in the frigid waters of San Francisco Bay without reaching the mainland.[6][7] The U.S. Marshals Service case file remains open and active, and Morris and the Anglin brothers remain on its wanted list.[8]
New circumstantial and material evidence has continued to surface, stoking new debates on whether the inmates managed to survive.

Conspiracy Week on WWF Radio
Some of the more popular conspiracy theories floating about the world wide web and even some you may have never heard about. Join us all week long for our year end conspiracy week long extravaganza.
What Is a Conspiracy Theory
A conspiracy theory is an explanation for an event or situation that asserts the existence of a conspiracy, when other explanations are more probable. The term generally has a negative connotation, implying that the appeal of a conspiracy theory is based in prejudice, emotional conviction, or insufficient evidence.
Conspiracy theory, an attempt to explain harmful or tragic events as the result of the actions of a small powerful group.
A conspiracy theory is an explanation for an event or situation that asserts the existence of a conspiracy when other explanations are more probable.

THE FINAL WORD ON THE CHRIS BENOIT FAMILY TRAGEDYWITH NEVER BEFORE HEARD POLICE AUDIO
Over a three-day period between June 22 and 24, 2007, Chris Benoit, a 40-year-old Canadian professional wrestler employed by World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE), murdered his wife Nancy and their seven-year-old son, Daniel, before hanging himself at their residence in Fayetteville, Georgia, United States. Autopsy results showed that Benoit's wife was murdered first, having died of asphyxiation on the night of June 22.[1]
Daniel, who also died of asphyxia, was killed as he was lying sedated in his bed on the morning of June 23. On the evening of June 24, Benoit died by suicide in his weight room, when he used his lat pulldown machine to hang himself. He placed Bibles near the bodies of his wife and son.[2][3] Since the tragedy, numerous explanations for Benoit's actions have been proposed, including severe chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE)[4] and steroid and alcohol abuse,[5] leading to a failing marriage and other personal problems.[6] This led to numerous media accounts, and a federal investigation into steroid abuse in professional wrestling
Murder of Nancy Benoi
On Friday, June 22, 2007, Chris Benoit killed his wife Nancy in the bonus room of their house in Fayetteville, Georgia, 22 miles south of Atlanta. According to the police report, Nancy's limbs were bound prior to her death, with her arms being restrained with coaxial cables, and her feet being duct-taped together. A balled-up combination of a tube sock and tape was also found in the kitchen trash and appeared to be soaked in dried blood, which led police to believe that it was being used as a makeshift gag prior to Nancy's death. Her body was found wrapped in a blanket alongside a Bible. Injuries indicated that Benoit had pressed a knee into her back while pulling on a cord around her neck, causing strangulation. Officials said that there were no signs of immediate struggle.[7]
Toxicologists found alcohol in Nancy's body, but were unable to determine whether it had been present before death or was a product of decomposition. Decomposition made it difficult to estimate pre-death levels of hydrocodone and alprazolam, which were found in "therapeutic levels" in her body. In any case, the medical examiner saw no evidence that Nancy was as sedated as her son had been when he was killed.[8]
Murder of Daniel Benoit
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Daniel Christopher Benoit (February 25, 2000 – June 23, 2007) was Chris' third child and second son. He had older paternal half-siblings, David (born 1993) and Megan (born 1997) via Chris's first wife, Martina, who were all living in Canada at the time the murder-suicide took place. He was Nancy's only child, as she had no children with her ex-husbands Jim Daus or Kevin Sullivan.[citation needed]
Daniel was suffocated and killed in his bedroom, and another Bible was left by his body.[9] He had internal injuries to the throat area, showing no bruises.[10] Daniel's exact time of death is unknown.[11] The reports determined Daniel was sedated with Xanax and likely unconscious when he was killed.[12][13] His body had just started to show signs of decomposition but was not as far along as his mother's body.[8]
It was later alleged that Daniel had the genetic disorder fragile X syndrome and that this was the cause of domestic problems in the Benoit family.[14] It was also suggested that track marks on Daniel's arms were the result of human growth hormone (HGH) injections because Benoit and his family considered him undersized due to his condition.[15] Benoit's coworker and close friend, wrestler Chris Jericho, stated that from his own research on the condition, the symptoms "fit Daniel to a tee, all across the board". Concerning those who had publicly stated that they had no knowledge of Daniel having the condition, Jericho said, "If Chris had decided that he wanted to keep it to himself, you wouldn't have been able to pry that out of him with anything."[16] Despite Jericho's initial statements regarding Daniel, he later stated in his 2011 book Undisputed, "It turned out that Daniel didn't have fragile X, but at the time it made sense because I was grasping at straws."[17]
District Attorney Scott Ballard later released a statement saying that a source with access to Daniel's medical files found no mention of any pre-existing mental or physical ailments. Likewise, Daniel's teachers reported that he was on par with other students and not about to be held back as previously thought.[18] In 2016, speaking publicly for the first time in a major public interview on a Talk is Jericho podcast, Nancy's sister, Sandra Toffoloni, unequivocally denied any claims that Daniel had ever had fragile X or any similar condition. She also stated that claims of needle track marks on Daniel's arms were "preposterous".[19]

 
 
ALISTAIR CROSS
Alistair Cross’ debut novel, The Crimson Corset, a vampiric tale of terror and seduction, was an immediate bestseller earning praise from veteran vampire-lit author, Chelsea Quinn Yarbro, and New York Times bestseller, Jay Bonansinga, author of The Walking Dead series. In 2012, Alistair joined forces with international bestseller, Tamara Thorne, and as Thorne & Cross, they write – among other things – the successful Gothic series, The Ravencrest Saga. Their debut collaboration, The Cliffhouse Haunting, was a bestseller. They are currently at work on their next solo novels and a new collaborative project.
In 2014, Alistair and Tamara began the radio show, Thorne & Cross: Haunted Nights LIVE!, which has featured such guests as Anne Rice of The Vampire Chronicles, Charlaine Harris of the Southern Vampire Mysteries and basis of the HBO series True Blood, Jeff Lindsay, author of the Dexter novels, Jay Bonansinga of The Walking Dead series, Laurell K. Hamilton of the Anita Blake novels, Peter Atkins, screenwriter of HELLRAISER 2, 3, and 4, worldwide bestseller V.C. Andrews, and New York Times best sellers Preston & Child, Christopher Rice, and Christopher Moore.TAMARA THORNE
 
Tamara Thorne's first novel was published in 1991. Since then she has written many more, including international bestsellers Haunted, Bad Things, Moonfall, and The Sorority. Tamara's interest in writing is lifelong, as is her fascination with the paranormal, occult, mythology and folklore. She's been an avid ghost story collector and writer all her life.
Tamara's novels range from straight-out ghost stories to tales of witchcraft, conspiracies, UFOs, elemental forces, and vampires. No matter what topic she chooses, chances are you'll find a ghost or two lurking in the background.
Today, she and her frequent collaborator, Alistair Cross, share their worlds and continue to write about ghosts and other mysterious forces. Whether collaborating or writing solo, there is no shortage of humor, sex, blood, and spookiness.
Tamara also conducts real-life investigations of anomalous phenomena and has seen a number of odd things over the last twenty years. As an open-minded skeptic, she's spoken to many paranormal groups and has appeared on the television show, Ghost Adventures. Most recently, she and Alistair Cross went on a five-day investigation to an allegedly haunted cabin in California's Gold Country - an adventure that inspired The Cliffhouse Haunting. She has also been featured on many radio programs and in various newspapers on the topics of haunted places and local lore. A journalist by training, she occasionally writes about ghosts and hauntings for a syndicate of southern California newspapers, but her first love is, and has always been, telling ghost stories to make people scream. . . and laugh.
Tamara and Alistair co-host Thorne & Cross: Haunted Nights LIVE! every Thursday night on Blog Talk Radio.
You can also visit Tamara on Twitter, Facebook, or at her blog.

HIDING IN PLAIN SIGHTHiding in Plain Sight is a thought-provoking idea that delves into the rise of authoritarianism in the United States. We'll offer analysis of the current political climate and the erosion of democracy. Maybe we'll even find out why this is happening, and what is the end game. Join us every week for more shows that blow the mind.

SIMULATION THEORY
Are we living in a "simulation? Well, if you believe Elon Musk (and there's n reason not to) the answer is a resounding, YES. Lets explore the pressing question of our time: Are We Real or Are We Memorex?
Meaning: Simulation Theory Definition & Meaning ...Simulation theory is a theoretical hypothesis that says what people perceive as reality is actually an advanced, hyper-realistic computer simulation, possibly overseen by a higher being. (God or Something/One Else?)
What Is "Simulation Theory"?
Simulation theory, also known as the simulation hypothesis, is the idea that our reality is a computer simulation created by a higher being. The theory suggests that everything we know and experience is artificial, and that we are constructs in a simulated world. The simulation hypothesis has roots in Western philosophy and has been debated in philosophical discourse. The idea has become well known in popular culture, and some tech leaders, including Elon Musk, Peter Thiel, and Sam Altman, have expressed interest in it. However, there is no substantial evidence to support the theory, and many research papers refute it. The simulation hypothesis has been compared to the movie The Matrix, in which the character Neo learns that his entire life is part of a video game. The idea that the universe is the result of computation was first documented in Konrad Zuse's 1969 book Rechnender Raum (Calculating Space). In 2001, philosopher Nick Bostrom proposed the simulation argument, which suggests that if a civilization can create conscious simulations, most conscious entities would be in a simulation. 
 

The JFK Assassination The Final Part
November 22, 1963: Death of the PresidentShortly after noon on November 22, 1963, President John F. Kennedy was assassinated as he rode in a motorcade through Dealey Plaza in downtown Dallas, Texas.By the fall of 1963, President John F. Kennedy and his political advisers were preparing for the next presidential campaign. Although he had not formally announced his candidacy, it was clear that President Kennedy was going to run and he seemed confident about his chances for re-election.
At the end of September, the president traveled west, speaking in nine different states in less than a week. The trip was meant to put a spotlight on natural resources and conservation efforts. But JFK also used it to sound out themes—such as education, national security, and world peace—for his run in 1964.
Campaigning in TexasA month later, the president addressed Democratic gatherings in Boston and Philadelphia. Then, on November 12, he held the first important political planning session for the upcoming election year. At the meeting, JFK stressed the importance of winning Florida and Texas and talked about his plans to visit both states in the next two weeks. 
Mrs. Kennedy would accompany him on the swing through Texas, which would be her first extended public appearance since the loss of their baby, Patrick, in August. On November 21, the president and first lady departed on Air Force One for the two-day, five-city tour of Texas.
President Kennedy was aware that a feud among party leaders in Texas could jeopardize his chances of carrying the state in 1964, and one of his aims for the trip was to bring Democrats together. He also knew that a relatively small but vocal group of extremists was contributing to the political tensions in Texas and would likely make its presence felt—particularly in Dallas, where US Ambassador to the United Nations Adlai Stevenson had been physically attacked a month earlier after making a speech there. Nonetheless, JFK seemed to relish the prospect of leaving Washington, getting out among the people and into the political fray.
The first stop was San Antonio. Vice President Lyndon B. Johnson, Governor John B. Connally, and Senator Ralph W. Yarborough led the welcoming party. They accompanied the president to Brooks Air Force Base for the dedication of the Aerospace Medical Health Center. Continuing on to Houston, he addressed the League of United Latin American Citizens, and spoke at a testimonial dinner for Congressman Albert Thomas before ending the day in Fort Worth.
Morning in Fort WorthA light rain was falling on Friday morning, November 22, but a crowd of several thousand stood in the parking lot outside the Texas Hotel where the Kennedys had spent the night. A platform was set up and the president, wearing no protection against the weather, came out to make some brief remarks. "There are no faint hearts in Fort Worth," he began, "and I appreciate your being here this morning. Mrs. Kennedy is organizing herself. It takes longer, but, of course, she looks better than we do when she does it." He went on to talk about the nation's need for being "second to none" in defense and in space, for continued growth in the economy and "the willingness of citizens of the United States to assume the burdens of leadership."
The warmth of the audience response was palpable as the president reached out to shake hands amidst a sea of smiling faces.
Back inside the hotel the president spoke at a breakfast of the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce, focusing on military preparedness. "We are still the keystone in the arch of freedom," he said. "We will continue to do…our duty, and the people of Texas will be in the lead."
On to DallasThe presidential party left the hotel and went by motorcade to Carswell Air Force Base for the thirteen-minute flight to Dallas. Arriving at Love Field, President and Mrs. Kennedy disembarked and immediately walked toward a fence where a crowd of well-wishers had gathered, and they spent several minutes shaking hands.
The first lady received a bouquet of red roses, which she brought with her to the waiting limousine. Governor John Connally and his wife, Nellie, were already seated in the open convertible as the Kennedys entered and sat behind them. Since it was no longer raining, the plastic bubble top had been left off. Vice President and Mrs. Johnson occupied another car in the motorcade.
The procession left the airport and traveled along a ten-mile route that wound through downtown Dallas on the way to the Trade Mart where the President was scheduled to speak at a luncheon.
The AssassinationCrowds of excited people lined the streets and waved to the Kennedys. The car turned off Main Street at Dealey Plaza around 12:30 p.m. As it was passing the Texas School Book Depository, gunfire suddenly reverberated in the plaza.
Bullets struck the president's neck and head and he slumped over toward Mrs. Kennedy. The governor was shot in his back. 
The car sped off to Parkland Memorial Hospital just a few minutes away. But little could be done for the President. A Catholic priest was summoned to administer the last rites, and at 1:00 p.m. John F. Kennedy was pronounced dead. Though seriously wounded, Governor Connally would recover.
The president's body was brought to Love Field and placed on Air Force One. Before the plane took off, a grim-faced Lyndon B. Johnson stood in the tight, crowded compartment and took the oath of office, administered by US District Court Judge Sarah Hughes. The brief ceremony took place at 2:38 p.m.
Less than an hour earlier, police had arrested Lee Harvey Oswald, a recently hired employee at the Texas School Book Depository. He was being held for the assassination of President Kennedy and the fatal shooting, shortly afterward, of Patrolman J. D. Tippit on a Dallas street.
On Sunday morning, November 24, Oswald was scheduled to be transferred from police headquarters to the county jail. Viewers across America watching the live television coverage suddenly saw a man aim a pistol and fire at point blank range. The assailant was identified as Jack Ruby, a local nightclub owner. Oswald died two hours later at Parkland Hospital.
The President's FuneralThat same day, President Kennedy's flag-draped casket was moved from the White House to the Capitol on a caisson drawn by six grey horses, accompanied by one riderless black horse. At Mrs. Kennedy's request, the cortege and other ceremonial details were modeled on the funeral of Abraham Lincoln. Crowds lined Pennsylvania Avenue and many wept openly as the caisson passed. During the 21 hours that the president's body lay in state in the Capitol Rotunda, about 250,000 people filed by to pay their respects.
On Monday, November 25, 1963 President Kennedy was laid to rest in Arlington National Cemetery. The funeral was attended by heads of state and representatives from more than 100 countries, with untold millions more watching on television. Afterward, at the grave site, Mrs. Kennedy and her husband's brothers, Robert and Edward, lit an eternal flame.
Perhaps the most indelible images of the day were the salute to his father given by little John F. Kennedy Jr. (whose third birthday it was), daughter Caroline kneeling next to her mother at the president's bier, and the extraordinary grace and dignity shown by Jacqueline Kennedy.
As people throughout the nation and the world struggled to make sense of a senseless act and to articulate their feelings about President Kennedy's life and legacy, many recalled these words from his inaugural address:
All this will not be finished in the first one hundred days, nor in the first one thousand days, nor in the life of this administration. Nor even perhaps in our lifetime on this planet. But let us begin.
Arlington National CemeteryTo learn more about President Kennedy's funeral and grave site, go to the Arlington National Cemetery website.
AftermathThe Warren CommissionOn November 29, 1963 President Lyndon B. Johnson appointed the President's Commission on the Assassination of President Kennedy. It came to be known as the Warren Commission after its chairman, Earl Warren, Chief Justice of the United States. President Johnson directed the commission to evaluate matters relating to the assassination and the subsequent killing of the alleged assassin, and to report its findings and conclusions to him.
The House Select Committee on AssassinationsThe US House of Representatives established the House Select Committee on Assassinations in 1976 to reopen the investigation of the assassination in light of allegations that previous inquiries had not received the full cooperation of federal agencies.
Note to the reader: Point 1B in the link below to the findings of the 1979 House Select Committee on Assassinations states that the committee had found "a high probability that two gunmen fired" at the president. This conclusion resulted from the last-minute “discovery” of a Dallas police radio transmission tape that allegedly provided evidence that four or more shots were fired in Dealey Plaza. After the report appeared in print, acoustic experts analyzed the tape and proved conclusively that it was completely worthless—thus negating the finding in Point 1B.
The committee, which also investigated the death of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., issued its report on March 29, 1979.
Assassination Records CollectionThrough the President John F. Kennedy Assassination Records Collection Act of 1992, the US Congress ordered that all assassination-related material be housed together under supervision of the National Archives and Records Administration.
 

The JFK Assassination Part Two
November 22, 1963: Death of the PresidentShortly after noon on November 22, 1963, President John F. Kennedy was assassinated as he rode in a motorcade through Dealey Plaza in downtown Dallas, Texas.By the fall of 1963, President John F. Kennedy and his political advisers were preparing for the next presidential campaign. Although he had not formally announced his candidacy, it was clear that President Kennedy was going to run and he seemed confident about his chances for re-election.
At the end of September, the president traveled west, speaking in nine different states in less than a week. The trip was meant to put a spotlight on natural resources and conservation efforts. But JFK also used it to sound out themes—such as education, national security, and world peace—for his run in 1964.
Campaigning in TexasA month later, the president addressed Democratic gatherings in Boston and Philadelphia. Then, on November 12, he held the first important political planning session for the upcoming election year. At the meeting, JFK stressed the importance of winning Florida and Texas and talked about his plans to visit both states in the next two weeks. 
Mrs. Kennedy would accompany him on the swing through Texas, which would be her first extended public appearance since the loss of their baby, Patrick, in August. On November 21, the president and first lady departed on Air Force One for the two-day, five-city tour of Texas.
President Kennedy was aware that a feud among party leaders in Texas could jeopardize his chances of carrying the state in 1964, and one of his aims for the trip was to bring Democrats together. He also knew that a relatively small but vocal group of extremists was contributing to the political tensions in Texas and would likely make its presence felt—particularly in Dallas, where US Ambassador to the United Nations Adlai Stevenson had been physically attacked a month earlier after making a speech there. Nonetheless, JFK seemed to relish the prospect of leaving Washington, getting out among the people and into the political fray.
The first stop was San Antonio. Vice President Lyndon B. Johnson, Governor John B. Connally, and Senator Ralph W. Yarborough led the welcoming party. They accompanied the president to Brooks Air Force Base for the dedication of the Aerospace Medical Health Center. Continuing on to Houston, he addressed the League of United Latin American Citizens, and spoke at a testimonial dinner for Congressman Albert Thomas before ending the day in Fort Worth.
Morning in Fort WorthA light rain was falling on Friday morning, November 22, but a crowd of several thousand stood in the parking lot outside the Texas Hotel where the Kennedys had spent the night. A platform was set up and the president, wearing no protection against the weather, came out to make some brief remarks. "There are no faint hearts in Fort Worth," he began, "and I appreciate your being here this morning. Mrs. Kennedy is organizing herself. It takes longer, but, of course, she looks better than we do when she does it." He went on to talk about the nation's need for being "second to none" in defense and in space, for continued growth in the economy and "the willingness of citizens of the United States to assume the burdens of leadership."
The warmth of the audience response was palpable as the president reached out to shake hands amidst a sea of smiling faces.
Back inside the hotel the president spoke at a breakfast of the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce, focusing on military preparedness. "We are still the keystone in the arch of freedom," he said. "We will continue to do…our duty, and the people of Texas will be in the lead."
On to DallasThe presidential party left the hotel and went by motorcade to Carswell Air Force Base for the thirteen-minute flight to Dallas. Arriving at Love Field, President and Mrs. Kennedy disembarked and immediately walked toward a fence where a crowd of well-wishers had gathered, and they spent several minutes shaking hands.
The first lady received a bouquet of red roses, which she brought with her to the waiting limousine. Governor John Connally and his wife, Nellie, were already seated in the open convertible as the Kennedys entered and sat behind them. Since it was no longer raining, the plastic bubble top had been left off. Vice President and Mrs. Johnson occupied another car in the motorcade.
The procession left the airport and traveled along a ten-mile route that wound through downtown Dallas on the way to the Trade Mart where the President was scheduled to speak at a luncheon.
The AssassinationCrowds of excited people lined the streets and waved to the Kennedys. The car turned off Main Street at Dealey Plaza around 12:30 p.m. As it was passing the Texas School Book Depository, gunfire suddenly reverberated in the plaza.
Bullets struck the president's neck and head and he slumped over toward Mrs. Kennedy. The governor was shot in his back. 
The car sped off to Parkland Memorial Hospital just a few minutes away. But little could be done for the President. A Catholic priest was summoned to administer the last rites, and at 1:00 p.m. John F. Kennedy was pronounced dead. Though seriously wounded, Governor Connally would recover.
The president's body was brought to Love Field and placed on Air Force One. Before the plane took off, a grim-faced Lyndon B. Johnson stood in the tight, crowded compartment and took the oath of office, administered by US District Court Judge Sarah Hughes. The brief ceremony took place at 2:38 p.m.
Less than an hour earlier, police had arrested Lee Harvey Oswald, a recently hired employee at the Texas School Book Depository. He was being held for the assassination of President Kennedy and the fatal shooting, shortly afterward, of Patrolman J. D. Tippit on a Dallas street.
On Sunday morning, November 24, Oswald was scheduled to be transferred from police headquarters to the county jail. Viewers across America watching the live television coverage suddenly saw a man aim a pistol and fire at point blank range. The assailant was identified as Jack Ruby, a local nightclub owner. Oswald died two hours later at Parkland Hospital.
The President's FuneralThat same day, President Kennedy's flag-draped casket was moved from the White House to the Capitol on a caisson drawn by six grey horses, accompanied by one riderless black horse. At Mrs. Kennedy's request, the cortege and other ceremonial details were modeled on the funeral of Abraham Lincoln. Crowds lined Pennsylvania Avenue and many wept openly as the caisson passed. During the 21 hours that the president's body lay in state in the Capitol Rotunda, about 250,000 people filed by to pay their respects.
On Monday, November 25, 1963 President Kennedy was laid to rest in Arlington National Cemetery. The funeral was attended by heads of state and representatives from more than 100 countries, with untold millions more watching on television. Afterward, at the grave site, Mrs. Kennedy and her husband's brothers, Robert and Edward, lit an eternal flame.
Perhaps the most indelible images of the day were the salute to his father given by little John F. Kennedy Jr. (whose third birthday it was), daughter Caroline kneeling next to her mother at the president's bier, and the extraordinary grace and dignity shown by Jacqueline Kennedy.
As people throughout the nation and the world struggled to make sense of a senseless act and to articulate their feelings about President Kennedy's life and legacy, many recalled these words from his inaugural address:
All this will not be finished in the first one hundred days, nor in the first one thousand days, nor in the life of this administration. Nor even perhaps in our lifetime on this planet. But let us begin.
Arlington National CemeteryTo learn more about President Kennedy's funeral and grave site, go to the Arlington National Cemetery website.
AftermathThe Warren CommissionOn November 29, 1963 President Lyndon B. Johnson appointed the President's Commission on the Assassination of President Kennedy. It came to be known as the Warren Commission after its chairman, Earl Warren, Chief Justice of the United States. President Johnson directed the commission to evaluate matters relating to the assassination and the subsequent killing of the alleged assassin, and to report its findings and conclusions to him.
The House Select Committee on AssassinationsThe US House of Representatives established the House Select Committee on Assassinations in 1976 to reopen the investigation of the assassination in light of allegations that previous inquiries had not received the full cooperation of federal agencies.
Note to the reader: Point 1B in the link below to the findings of the 1979 House Select Committee on Assassinations states that the committee had found "a high probability that two gunmen fired" at the president. This conclusion resulted from the last-minute “discovery” of a Dallas police radio transmission tape that allegedly provided evidence that four or more shots were fired in Dealey Plaza. After the report appeared in print, acoustic experts analyzed the tape and proved conclusively that it was completely worthless—thus negating the finding in Point 1B.
The committee, which also investigated the death of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., issued its report on March 29, 1979.
Assassination Records CollectionThrough the President John F. Kennedy Assassination Records Collection Act of 1992, the US Congress ordered that all assassination-related material be housed together under supervision of the National Archives and Records Administration.
 

 
The JFK Assassination Part One 
November 22, 1963: Death of the PresidentShortly after noon on November 22, 1963, President John F. Kennedy was assassinated as he rode in a motorcade through Dealey Plaza in downtown Dallas, Texas.By the fall of 1963, President John F. Kennedy and his political advisers were preparing for the next presidential campaign. Although he had not formally announced his candidacy, it was clear that President Kennedy was going to run and he seemed confident about his chances for re-election.
At the end of September, the president traveled west, speaking in nine different states in less than a week. The trip was meant to put a spotlight on natural resources and conservation efforts. But JFK also used it to sound out themes—such as education, national security, and world peace—for his run in 1964.
Campaigning in TexasA month later, the president addressed Democratic gatherings in Boston and Philadelphia. Then, on November 12, he held the first important political planning session for the upcoming election year. At the meeting, JFK stressed the importance of winning Florida and Texas and talked about his plans to visit both states in the next two weeks. 
Mrs. Kennedy would accompany him on the swing through Texas, which would be her first extended public appearance since the loss of their baby, Patrick, in August. On November 21, the president and first lady departed on Air Force One for the two-day, five-city tour of Texas.
President Kennedy was aware that a feud among party leaders in Texas could jeopardize his chances of carrying the state in 1964, and one of his aims for the trip was to bring Democrats together. He also knew that a relatively small but vocal group of extremists was contributing to the political tensions in Texas and would likely make its presence felt—particularly in Dallas, where US Ambassador to the United Nations Adlai Stevenson had been physically attacked a month earlier after making a speech there. Nonetheless, JFK seemed to relish the prospect of leaving Washington, getting out among the people and into the political fray.
The first stop was San Antonio. Vice President Lyndon B. Johnson, Governor John B. Connally, and Senator Ralph W. Yarborough led the welcoming party. They accompanied the president to Brooks Air Force Base for the dedication of the Aerospace Medical Health Center. Continuing on to Houston, he addressed the League of United Latin American Citizens, and spoke at a testimonial dinner for Congressman Albert Thomas before ending the day in Fort Worth.
Morning in Fort WorthA light rain was falling on Friday morning, November 22, but a crowd of several thousand stood in the parking lot outside the Texas Hotel where the Kennedys had spent the night. A platform was set up and the president, wearing no protection against the weather, came out to make some brief remarks. "There are no faint hearts in Fort Worth," he began, "and I appreciate your being here this morning. Mrs. Kennedy is organizing herself. It takes longer, but, of course, she looks better than we do when she does it." He went on to talk about the nation's need for being "second to none" in defense and in space, for continued growth in the economy and "the willingness of citizens of the United States to assume the burdens of leadership."
The warmth of the audience response was palpable as the president reached out to shake hands amidst a sea of smiling faces.
Back inside the hotel the president spoke at a breakfast of the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce, focusing on military preparedness. "We are still the keystone in the arch of freedom," he said. "We will continue to do…our duty, and the people of Texas will be in the lead."
On to DallasThe presidential party left the hotel and went by motorcade to Carswell Air Force Base for the thirteen-minute flight to Dallas. Arriving at Love Field, President and Mrs. Kennedy disembarked and immediately walked toward a fence where a crowd of well-wishers had gathered, and they spent several minutes shaking hands.
The first lady received a bouquet of red roses, which she brought with her to the waiting limousine. Governor John Connally and his wife, Nellie, were already seated in the open convertible as the Kennedys entered and sat behind them. Since it was no longer raining, the plastic bubble top had been left off. Vice President and Mrs. Johnson occupied another car in the motorcade.
The procession left the airport and traveled along a ten-mile route that wound through downtown Dallas on the way to the Trade Mart where the President was scheduled to speak at a luncheon.
The AssassinationCrowds of excited people lined the streets and waved to the Kennedys. The car turned off Main Street at Dealey Plaza around 12:30 p.m. As it was passing the Texas School Book Depository, gunfire suddenly reverberated in the plaza.
Bullets struck the president's neck and head and he slumped over toward Mrs. Kennedy. The governor was shot in his back. 
The car sped off to Parkland Memorial Hospital just a few minutes away. But little could be done for the President. A Catholic priest was summoned to administer the last rites, and at 1:00 p.m. John F. Kennedy was pronounced dead. Though seriously wounded, Governor Connally would recover.
The president's body was brought to Love Field and placed on Air Force One. Before the plane took off, a grim-faced Lyndon B. Johnson stood in the tight, crowded compartment and took the oath of office, administered by US District Court Judge Sarah Hughes. The brief ceremony took place at 2:38 p.m.
Less than an hour earlier, police had arrested Lee Harvey Oswald, a recently hired employee at the Texas School Book Depository. He was being held for the assassination of President Kennedy and the fatal shooting, shortly afterward, of Patrolman J. D. Tippit on a Dallas street.
On Sunday morning, November 24, Oswald was scheduled to be transferred from police headquarters to the county jail. Viewers across America watching the live television coverage suddenly saw a man aim a pistol and fire at point blank range. The assailant was identified as Jack Ruby, a local nightclub owner. Oswald died two hours later at Parkland Hospital.
The President's FuneralThat same day, President Kennedy's flag-draped casket was moved from the White House to the Capitol on a caisson drawn by six grey horses, accompanied by one riderless black horse. At Mrs. Kennedy's request, the cortege and other ceremonial details were modeled on the funeral of Abraham Lincoln. Crowds lined Pennsylvania Avenue and many wept openly as the caisson passed. During the 21 hours that the president's body lay in state in the Capitol Rotunda, about 250,000 people filed by to pay their respects.
On Monday, November 25, 1963 President Kennedy was laid to rest in Arlington National Cemetery. The funeral was attended by heads of state and representatives from more than 100 countries, with untold millions more watching on television. Afterward, at the grave site, Mrs. Kennedy and her husband's brothers, Robert and Edward, lit an eternal flame.
Perhaps the most indelible images of the day were the salute to his father given by little John F. Kennedy Jr. (whose third birthday it was), daughter Caroline kneeling next to her mother at the president's bier, and the extraordinary grace and dignity shown by Jacqueline Kennedy.
As people throughout the nation and the world struggled to make sense of a senseless act and to articulate their feelings about President Kennedy's life and legacy, many recalled these words from his inaugural address:
All this will not be finished in the first one hundred days, nor in the first one thousand days, nor in the life of this administration. Nor even perhaps in our lifetime on this planet. But let us begin.
Arlington National CemeteryTo learn more about President Kennedy's funeral and grave site, go to the Arlington National Cemetery website.
AftermathThe Warren CommissionOn November 29, 1963 President Lyndon B. Johnson appointed the President's Commission on the Assassination of President Kennedy. It came to be known as the Warren Commission after its chairman, Earl Warren, Chief Justice of the United States. President Johnson directed the commission to evaluate matters relating to the assassination and the subsequent killing of the alleged assassin, and to report its findings and conclusions to him.
The House Select Committee on AssassinationsThe US House of Representatives established the House Select Committee on Assassinations in 1976 to reopen the investigation of the assassination in light of allegations that previous inquiries had not received the full cooperation of federal agencies.
Note to the reader: Point 1B in the link below to the findings of the 1979 House Select Committee on Assassinations states that the committee had found "a high probability that two gunmen fired" at the president. This conclusion resulted from the last-minute “discovery” of a Dallas police radio transmission tape that allegedly provided evidence that four or more shots were fired in Dealey Plaza. After the report appeared in print, acoustic experts analyzed the tape and proved conclusively that it was completely worthless—thus negating the finding in Point 1B.
The committee, which also investigated the death of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., issued its report on March 29, 1979.
Assassination Records CollectionThrough the President John F. Kennedy Assassination Records Collection Act of 1992, the US Congress ordered that all assassination-related material be housed together under supervision of the National Archives and Records Administration.

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ENTERTAINER AUTHOR RENNESAUNCE MAN 
Critics have called Geoffrey Mark a walking encyclopedia of show business history. Born in Brooklyn, NY and raised all over the country, Mr. Mark has spent his entire life in one part of show business or another. He has been appeared off-Broadway and in summer stock, been a singer and stand-up comedian in New York nightclubs and cabarets as well as on cruise ships, the proud recipient of an Emmy Award and a Grammy Award nomination, hosted two radio series in Los Angeles, writes comedy for several stand-up comedians, writes and produces documentaries and reality shows for cable television, as well as hosted two radio series of his own as well as several special programs on radio and television. Mr. Mark is also in demand as a performer in nightclubs, on cruise ships and for corporate events.His books are the best selling The Lucy Book, and Ethel Merman: The Biggest Star on Broadway, as well as The Family Affair Cookbook. His newest book is Ella: A Biography of Legendary Ella Fitzgerald. Geoffrey is the producer of Nigel: Come Back to Me, a CD with a seventeen piece Big Band, and directed Spirit of the King, an Elvis show at the Spa Casino in Palm Springs.Mr. Mark lives in Rancho Mirage, CA. He is single and taking applications.
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LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE ACTOR DEAN BUTLER
Dean Butler was born on May 20, 1956 in Prince George, BC, Canada. He is a producer and actor best known to audiences for his portrayal of Almanzo Wilder from 1979 to 1983 on the iconic pioneer drama, Little House on the Prairie. He co-starred in the feature film, Desert Hearts, played Moondoggie in the syndicated The New Gidget, and Buffy's dad, Hank Summers, on Buffy the Vampire Slayer. On Broadway Dean played Rapunzal's Prince in the original company of Into the Woods, toured internationally as Tony in West Side Story, and appeared with Carol Burnett in a regional production of Company.
Since 2011 Dean has been the Senior Producer of the Emmy nominated Feherty series on Golf Channel. He lives in Los Angeles and is married to actress, Katherine Cannon.

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Is television dying in the 2020s?
From the 1950s to just 2 or 3 years ago, television was a huge part of American pop culture, and we saw and evolution in the types of shows and the way television was distributed through the decades. I can’t be the only one that feels like tv is less relevant than ever.
The last time tv felt relevant to me was 2020-2021 for two reasons: the pandemic and the streaming wars. With everyone stuck inside their house, we had more time to get invested with shows that probably wouldn’t have caught on at other times, while simultaneously, every company was created their own shows for their newly launched streaming services. Ted Lasso, The Queen’s Gambit, Tiger King, Squid Game and "Bridgerton" all stick out to me as shows connected to this era.
But in the past two years, I have no idea whats been happening. Except for some late 2010s shows limping to their conclusion, I have heard buzz about maybe two shows in 2022 and 2023: The Boys and Yellowstone. Everything else notable has been a total flop like Lord Of The Rings or a critical darling that seemingly no one watches like Severance.
Instead, it seems like YouTube, TikTok, Video Games and Podcasts have taken televisions place. I used to love keeping up with the hot new shows, but in the last 2 years I’ve only watched the final season of "Better Call Saul" and sports. My parents used to tell me about the shows they watched, now they tell me about their favorite YouTube channels. Hell, I know people my age and younger that don't have any way to even watch tv, they just have YouTube and TikTok. And none of this is to mention the writers strike, which we will see the effects of in the next couple of years.
Am I projecting, or is this something that's really happening?
Edit: a lot of people talking about live tv/cable is dying because of streaming, that has been happening for a decade plus now. Hell, all but one of the shows i mentioned above is exclusive to a steaming service. I'm talking about television as a concept dying, including steaming. 
 
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People choose to live off the grid for a variety of reasons, including:Environmental impactLiving off the grid can reduce your carbon footprint and overall environmental impact.IndependenceLiving off the grid can give you a sense of independence and empowerment.Connection to natureLiving off the grid can help you reconnect with nature and feel more connected to the world around you.Cost of livingLiving off the grid can lower or eliminate utility bills, which can help reduce your cost of living.ControlLiving off the grid can give you more control over your life and how you live it.Understanding systemsLiving off the grid can help you understand how different systems work, such as how water gets to your taps and power gets to your outlets.Living off the grid means not being connected to utilities by wires, pipes, or cables. Instead, you rely on your own energy sources, which can often be renewable energy sources like the sun and wind. Some people who live off the grid also generate their own electricity, collect their own water, and grow their own food.While living off the grid can have many benefits, there are also practical, legal, and economic hurdles to overcome. Off-gridders are lobbying governments to make it easier to live off the grid.
 
As well as offering independence, a connection to nature, and a sense of community, off-grid life is a way of living much more sustainably. Some off-gridders generate their own electricity, collect their own water and grow their own food. Others live with some modern comforts but eschew others. 

Dr. Joshua Coleman says:
"Sometimes my work feels more like ministry than therapy. As a psychologist specializing in family estrangement, my days are spent sitting with parents who are struggling with profound feelings of grief and uncertainty. “If I get sick during the pandemic, will my son break his four years of silence and contact me? Or will I just die alone?” “How am I supposed to live with this kind of pain if I never see my daughter again?” “My grandchildren and I were so close and this estrangement has nothing to do with them. Do they think I abandoned them?”
Since I wrote my book When Parents Hurt, my practice has filled with mothers and fathers who want help healing the distance with their adult children and learning how to cope with the pain of losing them. I also treat adult children who are estranged from their parents. Some of those adult children want no contact because their parents behaved in ways that were clearly abusive or rejecting. To make matters worse for their children and themselves, some parents are unable to repair or empathize with the damage they caused or continue to inflict. However, my recent research—and my clinical work over the past four decades—has shown me that you can be a conscientious parent and your kid may still want nothing to do with you when they’re older." Join us as we discuss What Happened to Family Values.