JB Lion brings us a fantastic chat discussing his visual novels. The Seventh Spark series grew from conversations and storytelling with his sons. Pete A Turner and JB sit down and give us insight not only into Lion's world...but also on black issues in the US. We didn't know the two would explore the topic...but sure enough...they did and we're glad for it. 

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Chad Michael Collins returns for another visit to the Break It Down Show. Chad is hosted by Best Selling author Scott Huesing and Pete A Turner. The three discuss Chad's COVID life, which consists of home workouts and playing Call of Duty. Chad plays the character Alex in the latest version of the game. We recommend that fans of the game look for Chad, as Alex, live on Call of Duty on Twitch. 

Also, Chad and Tom Berringer reprise their roles in the Sony Sniper franchise with "Sniper: Assassins End."

When terrorist groups like ANTIFA claims that because they are decentralized, therefore, it's not possible to analyze the group...they ignored dudes like Erik Kleinsmith. Erik is an expert on analysis, especially with decentralized groups. 

Erik served as Pete's commander during their deployment to Bosnia in the 90's. We're fortunate to have Erik join us to explain why groups like ANTIFA are no different than any other group that seeks to harm fellow Americans.

Jo Jorgensen is the Libertarian party's candidate for President. She's on the ballot in every state. When we ask for better options, or a 3rd party, well, here's Jo with the solution to the problem. Jon Leon Guerrero and Pete A Turner host Jo on a conversation that explores her platform as a candidate for president of the US. Jo's approach to government is to create reduce the governement's influence on one's life and liberty. Given our choices for US president, we're glad to vote for JO!!!

Jesse Pringle, creates like his life depends on it. He's a singer, actor, writer and producer who's created the Kill 'Em All limited series. Jesse has progressed as a creator by not limiting his vision. 

BTW, Pete Koch produced this episode. He was in Jesse's Kill Em All LA limited series...and he wanted to share Jesse's story with the BIDS audience. One highlight, Pete reveals that Benicio Del Toro suggests that Pete uses his trombone skills as an actor at some point...and we agree.

Ep 3 continues the illumination of our subjects’ path to prison. In My Dark Companion, the theme was growing up on the streets. The Dangerous Path focuses on the impact of abuse or greed for subjects Ron Self, Matt Ray & Richard Bronson.

In the 1990s, Richard Bronson was a partner at the “Wolf of Wall Street” firm Stratton Oakmont. Richard then started his own firm; his company’s value exceeded $100 million. However, his business practices were not above board. Richard’s path to prison is gilded

This episode reveals the background of three of our main characters: Anerae VeShaughn, Shaka Senghor and Kenyatta Leal. As we gain insight into their lives, we begin understanding the impact of the external influences on the infrastructure of their minds.

Whether it’s parallels to combat zones, abandonment, or PTSD from the constant danger, the decisions that led to their crimes and subsequent life sentences are influenced profoundly by the challenges they reveal in this episode.

“The Prison Chronicles” begins with the murder of Heather Dunn on the Benicia High School Campus in September 1986 by Leonard Rubio, who graduated the year prior. In 1988, Leonard was convicted of second-degree murder for Heather’s death, and he received a life sentence.

Heather’s murder stunned the community of Benicia, located about 35 miles northeast of San Francisco. Two famililost children that day And the community lost its innocence. The damage from Heather’s murder remains over 30 year

The balance between rehabilitation and punishment is never clear and constantly fought over. Our subjects suggest a change in orientation. Rather than focusing on vengeance and punishment, a better orientation is rehabilitation and redemption. Shaka guides us, saying, “All people are worthy of rehabilitation and redemption.”

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The ever-expanding family legacy of the Cousteau's is creating, knowledge, understanding and love for the ocean. The leader of this generation is Fabien Cousteau who's changing the way we study the ocean through greater access. 

This episode features Jeremy McKane co-hosting with Pete A Turner. The oceans are vital to every living thing's success. You can help by visiting https://www.fabiencousteauolc.org/ PLEASE donate and help keep Fabien and the team in the ocean.