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ABOUT NANCY HOLLANDER

Nancy Hollander is an internationally recognized criminal defense lawyer from the Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA firm of Freedman Boyd Hollander Goldberg Urias & Ward P.A. She is also an Associate Tenant at Doughty Street Chambers, London, UK. Her practice is largely devoted to representing individuals and organizations accused of crimes, including those involving national security issues. She has also been counsel in numerous civil cases, forfeitures and administrative hearings, and has argued and won a case involving religious freedom in the United States Supreme Court. Ms. Hollander also served as a consultant to the defense in a high profile terrorism case in Ireland, has assisted counsel in other international cases and represents two prisoners at Guantanamo Bay Naval Base. She is lead counsel for Chelsea Manning on appeal.

Her work is featured in the film The Mauritanian, where she is played by Academy Award-winner Jodie Foster.

ABOUT THE MAURITANIAN, AVAILABLE ON DIGITAL, ON DEMAND AND ON BLU-RAY & DVD


Witness the astounding and inspirational true story of one man's decades long fight for freedom and his relentless pursuit for justice in THE MAURITANIAN, available to own on Digital April 20, 2021, Video on Demand on May 4, 2021 and on Blu-rayT, DVD on May 11, 2021 from STXfilms and Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. Jodie Foster stars as Nancy Hollander with a Golden Globe-winning performance! Declared "triumphant" by Clayton Davis, Variety the political thriller is based on The New York Times best-selling memoir Guantánamo Diary by Mohamedou Ould Slahi and has been hailed as one of the most important and timely films of the year.

Filled with deeply emotional and suspenseful moments from beginning to end, the "positively gripping" (Peter Debruge, Variety) film stars Academy Award® winner Jodie Foster (Silence of the Lambs, Contact, Inside Man) as Nancy Hollander, Slahi's tenacious defense attorney turned ally and Tahar Rahim (A Prophet, The Past, The Eagle) as Slahi, who deliver deeply powerful performances that garnered a Golden Globe® Award for Best Supporting Actress in Motion Picture Drama and a Golden Globe® nomination Best Actor in Motion Picture Drama. The acclaimed film has also been nominated for five BAFTA Awards including Best Film, Best Adapted Screenplay and Leading Actor. Combining masterful filmmaking with an unapologetic look at our justice system, THE MAURITANIAN on Blu-rayT, DVD and Digital features exclusive bonus content including an alternate opening, deleted scenes and insightful featurettes that take viewers deeper into the gripping story of the power of courage and conviction against all odds.

Directed by Academy Award® winner Kevin Macdonald (The Last King of Scotland, State of Play, Whitney), THE MAURITANIAN is based on the remarkable true story of Mohamedou Ould Slahi's fight for freedom after being imprisoned without charges for years. As a battle for justice rages and shocking truths are revealed, Slahi proves that the human spirit cannot be locked up. Alongside Foster and Rahim, the captivating film features incredible must-see performances from the entire supporting cast including Academy Award® nominee Benedict Cumberbatch (Avengers franchise, Star Trek Into Darkness, The Imitation Game), Golden Globe® nominee Shailene Woodley (Divergent franchise, Big Little Lies, The Fault in Our Stars) and Zachary Levi (Shazam!, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Thor: The Dark World).

With the purchase of THE MAURITANIAN on Blu-rayT or DVD, fans are eligible to earn points towards special rewards via the Universal All-Access Rewards program. Members can redeem their points for digital movies, signed collectables, box sets, win exclusive prizes and more! For FREE registration and details please visit www.MyUniversalRewards.com. 

Here's the trailer: 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7tmxxzZXLEM


BLU-RAY, DVD & DIGITAL BONUS FEATURES:

Alternate Opening

Deleted Scenes

Behind the Scenes of THE MAURITANIAN - Get an inside look into the storytelling behind the real-life account of THE MAURITANIAN from cast and filmmakers and meet the extraordinary real people behind the gripping story.

A Look at Director Kevin Macdonald - Hear the cast and crew discuss what makes director Kevin Macdonald the perfect person to bring this astounding tale of courage and conviction from the pages of Mohamedou Ould Slahi's memoir to the screen.

Website: https://www.themauritanian.movie/


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Based in Nashville, Tennessee, 22-year-old Rose Starring transforms pain into beauty through her honest and vulnerable music. Born in Kansas City, Missouri, and raised in Marco Island, Florida, Rose Starring began songwriting as a way to cope with her issues. After attending 3 different colleges in four and a half years, Rose graduated in December 2020 from MTSU with a Bachelor’s in Recording Industry. Rose's music has been described as cinematic pop that emphasizes her emotional lyrics.

https://www.rosestarring.com/

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After having experienced his brother`s death, Chris Koehn architect and musician, enters the musical composition world as part of an introspective process. At the same time he is invited to write a theme song for the soundtrack of the movie: La Ultima y Nos vamos recorded at Honky Tonk Studios. He begins a composition and musical exploration process, with his former band performing at El Imperial , Bataclán and El Lunario. Years after, he starts his solo project signing with Indie Label : Noiselab Records.

EP.
Songs for Yoshimi self-produced by Chris, mixed and mastered at Noiselab Records, experiences the different music production possibilities learned with Phil Vinall. It retakes the acoustic sound of his strongest influences accompanied by harmonics, atmospheric vocals and cello. His melancholic / dark lyrics question our existence in life.
The title comes from Yoshimi his dog, who accompanied him every hour during the recordings. "It's amazing a dog's loyalty, it`s unconditional love and ability to get excited about every day`s small actions, without losing amazement and living each of these passionately. " Certainly it is something we should be aware of and apply to every day of or lives. Live in the present; we never know when we will leave this world. "(CK).

The official presentation of the physical EP, printed on certified paper (FSC) accompanied by the release of his first video "Tears of Recognition" was held on 23 January at El Imperial. An acoustic set with harmonica, percussions: Pichon Gallardo (Satin Dolls, Love the Femme, Shenan); cello: Billy Olivo (Carla Morrison) and vocals Karen Ruiz (Haciendo el mal, Songs for Eleanor).

Influences.
Leonard Cohen, The Beatles, Joy Division, Bob Dylan, Joseph Arthur, Johnny Cash, David Bowie, Tom Waits, Sigur Ros, Pink Floyd.
Artists who listens.
New Order, Elliot Smith, NIN, Metallica, Black Rebel Motorcycle Club, Cat Power, Robin Guthrie, The Horrors, Marvin Gaye. Radiohead.

http://bit.ly/Chris_koehn_Spotify

https://www.instagram.com/chris_koehn.music/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvg_NvSaIJ4qSBFucnvuI5g

https://www.facebook.com/chris.koehn.music

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Mark Negley has walked the dark and difficult road of grief recovery, and since dedicated his life to helping others through difficult life experiences. In Survive-Alive-Thrive, Mark uses his story and the stories of several others to teach a new model of grief recovery from the perspective of those who have experienced loss themselves. Most importantly, readers will know that they are not alone in their experience or on their journey; they can navigate from loss to hope, and then from hope to happiness. They don’t have to settle for survival; they can thrive again.

Mark Negley’s passion for helping others through difficult life experiences has inspired him to serve as Founder and Executive Director of Survive-Alive-Thrive. His commitment to his Christian faith has empowered him to share the power of God’s love by facilitating a variety of ministries, speaking at public and private events, hosting a podcast, and writing his book, Survive-Alive-Thrive. Raised in the suburbs of Chicago, Mr. Negley is President of management consulting firm PondHouse LLC, where he leverages 20 years of experience in senior leadership and management roles to guide his clients.  Mark is a widower and the proud father of his grown son, Andersen. He was blessed to re-marry in 2020, and currently resides in Franklin, Tenn., with his wife, Melyn.

Survive – Alive – Thrive: Navigating the Journey from Loss to Hope to Happiness:
https://www.amazon.com/Survive-Thrive-Navigating-Journey-Happiness/dp/194867775X

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Jabari Gibbons, professionally known as Roc Kartel is a Hip Hop Artist, Songwriter with a sound so unique he has the ability to demand the attention of listeners. Currently residing in Los Angeles the Prince George's County, Maryland native became popular in his hometown (DMV) for his 2014 local hit song 'Panama’ which received consistent spins and local buzz. Influenced by acts such as Michael Jackson, Dr. Dre, Bushwick Bill, Nas and many more have managed to reach fans across the US.

Infused with musical passion at a young age, In 2011 Kartel decided to pursue a full time music career. He released a music video for his successful song 'Real Woman’ in January 2017, since the release it managed to capture over 33k in streams across major music platforms, he also caught the attention of a few popular media blogs. In 2018, Kartel relocated to LA he described it as “a change that needed to be done, new insights, new inspiration”.

In 2020, Roc Kartel released his new Ep Time is Now as he describes the story behind the title " Tomorrow ain't promised so i live for today, Time is Now." Following up on his 2020 campaign Kartel released his new single "Stop Losing" which premiered on Hiphopsince1987 on Oct. 30, Kartel then released Time is Now 2 Ep to close out a very strong 2020 campaign. Currently on a street performance Tour Kartel is ready to make 2021 a even stronger year, In April he released his new single "High Road" which marked his first release of 2021.

https://www.rockartelmusic.com/

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ABOUT ASANTE BLACKK AND HERE COMES THE BREAK

Leading music podcast company, Double Elvis Productions; iHeartMedia, the No. 1 podcast publisher globally according to Podtrac; and Def Jam Recordings today announced the premiere of Here Comes the Break, a serialized hip-hop music breaking podcast, launching on May 13. Here Comes the Break fuses a fictional scripted narrative with real artist interviews and exclusive music releases, introducing listeners to some of hip-hop's most talented emerging artists from Def Jam Recordings' stellar roster within the fictional story. Listeners can hear the official audio trailer now on iHeartRadio and everywhere podcasts are heard.

Here Comes the Break stars Emmy-nominated actor Asante Blackk, best known for his roles in When They See Us (Netflix), This is Us (NBC), and Social Distance(Netflix), who is also an executive producer on the show, and rising star Daniella Perkins. Perkins is also a producer on the show and Nickelodeon's first multi-racial princess starring as Ciara in Knight Squad with past credits including co-hosting Drop That Seat with Kida The Great from executive producer Nick Cannon and the animated miniseries Middle School Moguls.

The podcast series explores life and music through the mind of Ruben (voiced by Blackk), a young creator hustling to find an audience, and to find himself. Ruben is an avid hip-hop fan growing up in the suburbs of NYC, struggling with family pressure and anxiety issues. With the help of his friends, he anonymously launches a podcast that goes viral and quickly finds his voice as an interviewer and host. Ruben's podcast also becomes a must stop for emerging hip hop artists to be interviewed and within the fictional story, will feature and promote Def Jam artists. A groundbreaking podcast about self-identity, creator culture, family, and friendships, the show aims to entertain, while raising awareness about mental health to its listeners.

"My whole life I've had a passion for acting, music, and helping people be their best selves," said Asante Blackk. "My new podcast, Here Comes The Break, was the perfect opportunity to blend all three, and I can't wait to share it with everybody. The show brings together music and media in a way that's new and exciting, while also sparking positive conversations around mental health and self-expression through art. Here Comes The Breaktackles those crazy, sad, stagnant, and beautiful moments we all have growing up as teens and young adults. I hope you'll tune in and hop on for a wild ride."

The series represents a new wave of artist promotion for record labels and a pioneering approach to artist discovery for fans rooted in unique musician interaction. Social media has fostered a closer connection between artist and listener, with fans craving deeper interaction and relation with artists. The convergence between podcasting and artist promotion in Here Comes the Break allows fans to get to know artists on a deeper level, providing a format for the artists to communicate who they are, what they stand for, and to be vulnerable, all within the same vehicle that introduces listeners to their new music. The intimacy of podcasting combined with the power of music and storytelling provides a unique platform for Here Comes the Break to foster the connection fans crave along with new music discovery.

With new episodes dropping every Thursday beginning May 13th, each of the ten Here Comes the Breakepisodes will feature an interview with one emerging Def Jam artist and exclusively premiere one of their songs, with a full soundtrack on Def Jam to follow featuring music from all artists in the series. Artists featured in the first season include: Nevaeh Jolie, Masio Gunz, Ohno, Stephen Moses, LA the GOAT, Saint Bodhi, Bino Rideaux, Nasty C, Bobby Sessions, and Oompa.

"The convergence of podcasting and the music business is opening up new avenues of exposure for artists, and innovations for creators," said Brady Sadler, co-founder of Double Elvis. "Music is at the core of all our content and partnering with iHeartRadio and Def Jam on this series allows us to introduce our audience of music fans to an emerging generation of new talent and explore opportunities for music discovery and promotion, all while chronicling important topics like mental health and self-expression through storytelling."

"We are always seeking to find innovative ways to connect our artists with fans. This groundbreaking partnership offers a unique approach to music discovery, through not only scripted narratives but exclusive music premieres and artist interviews in an emerging and exciting new medium," said Rich Isaacson, GM/EVP of Def Jam Recordings.

"iHeartRadio is built on the foundation of music discovery and connecting fans to new artists they will love. It's energizing to be able to fuse this core into a podcast by teaming up with Def Jam and Double Elvis Productions to launch Here Comes The Break. I've loved watching our teams develop a concept that bridges podcasting and music for a unique storytelling experience," said Will Pearson, Chief Operating Officer for the iHeartPodcast Network. "This podcast is a relatable coming-of-age tale that brilliantly combines real artists, their personal stories, new and emerging music, and a sense of vulnerability in each episode. I think our audiences will embrace it."

Here Comes The Break is the latest podcast combining music and storytelling from Double Elvis, the music-focused, audio-first media company led by Brady Sadler and Jake Brennan, creator of Disgraceland, the #1 most downloaded music podcast according to Podtrac, 27 Club, and Blood On The Tracks. Here Comes the Breakwill be distributed through the iHeartPodcast Network, leveraging their industry-leading podcast network, proven podcast-to-broadcast promotional strategy, digital platforms, and radio personalities. The show will be available on iHeartRadio and wherever you listen to podcasts on May 13th.

Episodes available here:

https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-here-comes-the-break-81762038/

THIS IS US ENDING AFTER ITS 6TH SEASON IN 2022 (FROM PEOPLE

Is Us will be wrapping after season 6.

On Friday, days after the initial news of the hit NBC drama concluding with its sixth season, the show's creator Dan Fogelman confirmed the series' ending on Twitter. "Whoever casually first said 'All good things must come to an end' never had to end their favorite thing," Fogelman wrote.

"While sad to have just 1 season left, also grateful to NBC for letting us end the show how, and when, we always intended. We'll work hard to stick the landing. #ThisIsUs," he concluded.

The show's Twitter account also shared Fogelman's tweet along with photos from the five seasons so far.

Mandy Moore, who stars as Rebecca Pearson on the show, also addressed the upcoming conclusion on her Instagram Story. "I'm already VERY emotional about my favorite job coming to an end. BUT.... We have a whole season to wrap things up the way it was always intended," she wrote.

NBC announced its fall schedule on Friday and the premiere of season 6 of This Is Us, which will be delayed for the midseason lineup in early 2022, with 18 episodes airing uninterrupted.

On Wednesday, a source confirmed to PEOPLE that season 6 of This Is Us will be the last for the time-jumping drama, which first premiered on Sept. 20, 2016, and has featured actors Moore, Milo Ventimiglia, Chrissy Metz, Sterling K. Brown, Justin Hartley, Susan Kelechi Watson and Chris Sullivan.

In January 2020, Fogelman spoke about the show's eventual ending to the Los Angeles Times, telling the outlet about the progression of storylines ultimately wrapping with an episode that will "have a lot of the information about what's happened to this family, and what will be left is some resolution," adding, "I think when the show eventually comes to an end, I think in the best way, it'll be very quiet and normal. That's always been the plan because, at the end of the day, it's a story about this kind of regular family."

NBC previously renewed the show in May 2019 through season 6. However, the current season 5 of This Is Uswas cut short by two episodes due to the COVID-19 pandemic, which delayed production multiple times throughout 2020 and caused a late start last fall.

The final two episodes of season 5 will air May 18 (9 p.m. ET) and May 25 (10 p.m. ET), both on NBC.

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ABOUT SPENCER COURSEN AND THE SAFETY TRAP

We are never in danger more than when we feel safe.

"The Safety Trap is a benchmark safety and security reference for everyone! Like all great U.S. Army Rangers, he is leading the way with deliberate passion and experience." -Clint Emerson, retired Navy SEAL, #1New York Times bestselling author of 100 Deadly Skills, and the founder of Escape the Wolf, LLC, which focuses on crisis management for global companies.

Spencer Coursen is one of the world's top experts in threat management. He has developed and led security plans for numerous major celebrities, sports stars, and corporate executives. His most important lesson for everyone to retain, regardless of your status, is this: you are never more in danger than in those moments when you feel you are safest. That is the root of his new book,THE SAFETY TRAP: A Security Expert's Secrets for Staying Safe in a Dangerous World (St. Martin's Publishing Group; on sale May 18, 2021; $28.99).

What is a safety "trap?" It's a false sense of security that occurs when fear has abated but risk remains. The world we live in has never been more dangerous and our well-being more precarious. This is the book to walk everyone through the necessary steps to protect themselves, their loved ones, and colleagues, by being aware of realistic risks - and more importantly - being prepared for them. Don't take anything for granted or let your guard down. In other words, to be safe don't feel safe.

What happens to the athlete or celebrity when they stir up a media frenzy? The boundaries of family, friends and the work place then become blurred and rumors ran rampant. The celeb must verify those around them as well as trust others. For a politician, one of the worst things they can hear is "I used to be your biggest fan." More than just words, the politician needs to see if that is a threat versus just an expressed opinion. For those in international diplomacy, they often work in foreign lands with non-permissive environments. If things go badly, the diplomat has to surround themselves with proactive intelligence.

Get the Book: https://www.thesafetytrap.com/


Coursen lays out numerous steps every one of us should take and be aware of, including:

. Do you have a family readiness plan?

. Are you skilled in CPR/first aid?

. Have you taken a firearms familiarization course?

. Google yourself - you might be VERY surprised at what you find

. Do you take different routes home from work/school/errands?

. Do you have a safety plan at home for when you're alone?

. Do you know the difference between a "travel alert" and a "travel warning?"

. Do you regularly check the tire pressure in your car's spare tire?

. What are you doing to reduce risk of violence to yourself?

. Do you create dual authentication on all your electronic devices and accounts?

The lessons throughout THE SAFETY TRAP will provide everyone from all walks of life with the necessary survival strategies and tactics needed to live in this hostile world. You don't have to be a "name," or a celebrity/athlete/global business leader to find yourself in a frightening situation, but you do have to be prepared to protect yourself and be safe.

ABOUT SPENCER COURSEN

Spencer Coursen is a nationally recognized threat management expert. He has an exceptional record of success in the assessment, management, and resolution of threats. His expertise has made him a go-to for organizations needing help in conflict resolution, as well as employee termination, physical security assessment, expert witness testimony, policy authorship, protective intelligence, and vulnerability reduction. He is the founder of Coursen Security Group (CSG), a premiere threat management firm.

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Mark and the Tiger is the musical moniker of singer/songwriter Mark Haberland and his spiritual partner in crime, Jeffrey Lion (the Tiger). Together they are traveling the world making music, having adventures, and diving into the deepest parts of themselves to unravel the mysteries of life!

Originally from Maine, Mark has lived in Los Angelos for the past 10 years and has spent that time discovering who he is an artist and what that means for his music. His debut EP “Little Adventures” is a showcase of that journey. Each song representing a different piece of the puzzle and another layer to what will ultimately become Mark and the Tiger.

With equal parts Folk music, Pop, and Rock & Roll, Mark’s music is a celebration of storytelling. This is a world that encourages its listeners to open up about their experiences: hardships and triumphs. Truly, Mark’s ultimate goal is to create a community of inclusivity that is built upon radical self expression, adventure, and non-judgment. This is a place where labels do not exist. Through his music, Mark opens up about his own experiences as a human being trying to understand themselves and their place in the world.

https://www.markandthetiger.com/

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Maro DēLo is a pop-rock crossover musician. His long-time interest in blues, rock, and pop music fueled his white-hot passion for songwriting and composing which enables him to give fans a sense of the honesty and compassion he expresses in his storytelling lyrics. He attended Sean Carney’s Camp Blues, where he performed for 8 years on national stages at the Creekside Blues & Jazz Festival in Gahanna, Ohio. These gig opportunities opened Maro’s knack for performing live at an early age; giving him something to fall in love with. Maro has produced music with with Jones Bones Productions in NYC, Gary Miller in LA, and is currently writing and producing new tracks with David Ivory, whom is helping him further develop into the artist he is today. Maro learned Logic during Covid and produced a track of an upcoming single which he is bringing to David Ivory to bring it home. Maro is also continuing vocal coaching with Shaun Williamson, who has helped Maro unlock his true tonality and vocal potential.

https://www.maromusician.com/

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Pastor Vera McEwen is incredibly excited to give an open welcome to all at Love God Ministries! An online community where all truly are welcome, Pastor Vera embodies the Love of Christ through witness and discipleship. She founded Love God Ministries because conversations with people revealed a need for a community of believers where it does not matter how you look but recognize that you are a child of God.

Pastor Vera has been teaching and preaching the Good News of Jesus Christ and the Word of God for over 30 years. Her primary emphasis is spreading God's Love by providing pastoral care, preaching God's Loving Word, teaching God's Light-Filled Word, and implementing God's Living relational group architecture via in home communities.

She is currently reviewing the prospects of a doctorate in religious studies with an emphasis on Biblical Hebrew and Aramaic as encouraged by her professors at seminary. In addition to her vocation as Pastor she ministers as a certified professional and personal coach.

With God's help, she implements 1 Thessalonians 5.11, motivating people to be and do their very best by building one another up. Pastor Vera is a joyous, ever singing sister in Christ who after years of being pursued by God, stopped running and answered the call, halleluiah, הַלְלוּיָה

https://www.lovegod-ministries.org/

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