In Episode 9 of the Lets Trash Talk podcast, Sara was unavailable at the time so Ed somehow did the show alone. Crop dusting the studio and podcasting disrobed, Ed talks about a few interesting stories that made headlines. Recent violent acts that took place at the workplace have shocked many people. Ed also mentions two stories concerning cats. Listen to this and more on this abbreviated episode of the Lets Trash Talk podcast.

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An unbelievable violent incident took place at a food processing plant. Learn more about the Oklahoma workplace beheading.

Video of the white tiger that killed a man at the Delhi Zoo.

Petition started to ensure the three children who destroyed a cat will be punished and rehabilitated.

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In Episode 8 of the Lets Trash Talk podcast, Ed and Sara discuss how the government is forcing statutory rape victims to pay child support. Also, they talk about some of the week's trending news stories. The retailer Urban Outfitters sparks controversy with a new article of clothing. Police might have a new tool in their arsenal soon. A U.S. citizen yearns to meet dictator Kim Jong-un. A paroled murderer commits an act of cannibalism. There's more violence in the NFL to report. These stories and more on the Lets Trash Talk podcast.

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See the Urban Outfitters Kent State sweatshirt.

In the United States, texting while driving is illegal in 44 states. A Virginia company is developing a device that will allow police officers to determine if someone was texting inside a vehicle.

Learn more about the text message detector gun.

Convicted murderer, Joseph Oberhansley, was out on parole and allegedly stabbed his fiancé, Tammy Jo Blanton, to death and ate portions of her brain, heart, and lungs.

Read about and watch the story on the cannibalistic murderer in Jeffersonville, Indiana.

Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson is facing felony charges for child abuse. Former Baltimore Ravens running back Ray Rice is appealing his indefinite suspension from the NFL for the domestic violence incident earlier this year. Arizona Cardinals running back Jonathan Dwyer has been arrested on domestic violence charges. Dwyer allegedly head-butted his wife and broke her nose. He also threw a shoe at their 18 month old child. What's going on in the NFL these days?

A New Jersey teacher is accused of having sex with 3 teen students. 34 year old Nicole Dufault was arrested over allegations of having sex with three 15 year old male students in her car and inside Columbia High School in Maplewood, NJ. Police have removed Dufault's two children from her custody.

Learn more about this sexual assault story.

Nick Olivas was a statutory rape victim at the age of 14. The woman who took advantage of him gave birth to their child. Now, this man is being held responsible for child support. Is this wrong? Does a man have any rights when it comes to an unborn child?

Read up on this outrageous statutory rape victim owing child support story.

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In Episode 7 of the Lets Trash Talk podcast, Ed and Sara talk about some of the crazy and weird news stories of the week. A woman gets killed by a gargoyle. A man in Texas stabs his roommate over a loud threesome. A Slender Man obsession is the blame for some horrific crimes committed by young kids. An Oregon resident gets attacked by a zombie intruder. New video footage of Ray Rice's domestic violence incident leads to his indefinite suspension from the NFL. Atlantic City casinos are closing and turning a once vibrant tourist spot into a ghost town.

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Slender Man has been making the headlines recently. Learn more about the Slender Man internet mythology. Read a more in-depth article about the Wisconsin Slender Man stabbing. Check out the story on the Slender Man obsessed teenager who set fire to her home.

Atlantic City is a New Jersey resort city famous for its casinos. Once known as the Vegas of the east coast, Atlantic City is experiencing some tough times. Will it ever rise to its former glory? Read up on Atlantic City's current situation.

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In Episode 6, Ed goes off on the terrorist group known as ISIS and trash talks how the world is ignoring this growing menace. Sara brings up the unfortunate passing of comedian legend Joan Rivers. This week kicks off the 2014-2015 NFL season. Ed and Sara discuss how the NFL has updated their domestic violence guidelines but San Francisco 49ers defensive end Ray McDonald never got the memo. Also, in local news, a double homicide/suicide took place. Ed and Sara weigh in on that story as well.

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A video released by ISIS depicts the murder of American journalist Steven Sotloff. While the video may or may not appear to be fake, the United States has confirmed it as authentic. Judge for yourself. Watch the Steven Sotloff video.

Who is ISIS?

a Muslim jihadist group currently in the Middle East

ISIS is a growing threat to people globally. Their beliefs deny women's rights. Everyone must convert to their twisted version of Islam. If not, there are 2 other choices: pay a heavy religious tax or face a gruesome death. Al Qaeda no longer has any association with ISIS. The ways of ISIS were too brutal for Al Qaeda. Too extreme for the extremists? Now that should be a key warning.

The problem has spread to Iraq. Watch the video of an Iraqi soldier's tale on how he escaped death at the hands of ISIS.

ISIS is not the only group sending warnings to the United States. A Mexican drug cartel created a video that makes the ISIS videos look like a Disney film. Watch the drug cartel video. Citizens of the world must be aware of and realize there are despicable people out there. These things can not be overlooked or dismissed.

On September 4, 2014, legendary comedian Joan Rivers died at the age of 81. She paved the way for women in showbiz. Joan Rivers will be missed.

With the new NFL season underway, 9 players won't be involved at the kickoff due to Personal Conduct Policy violations. Why do NFL players jeopardize their careers with absurdity? Roger Goodell, the NFL commissioner, announced the new guidelines for domestic violence offenders. Three days later, Ray McDonald, of the San Francisco 49ers, was arrested for assaulting his pregnant girlfriend.

In Lets Trash Talk local news, a man shot and killed his wife. He walked down the block to his brother-in-law's house. He shot and killed him. Then the man returned to his home and shot himself dead. Turns out that everyone in this story were in their 80s. Does the age change your opinion of the crime?

Read the double homicide/suicide story from one news source.

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In Episode 5, Ed and Sara share more information about themselves WWE style (professional wrestling). Also on the table, they talk about bad neighbors, not neighborhoods. Plus, Ed and Sara body slam teachers who decide to cross the line and engage in romantic relationships with their students.

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How does one get rid of bad neighbors? That's the million dollar question. Yes, you could just tie them up and dump them in a swamp but that answer is too easy. How do you rid yourself of bad neighbors legally? Legal with some shades of gray is okay. Leave a comment on your solution to this problem or even tell your own bad neighbor horror story. Or send us some audio feedback. We'll probably use it on a future episode.

See what one of Ed's neighbors looks like.

These days, it seems like more and more stories concerning teachers and students arise. When a teacher/student relationship crosses the line and turns romantic, opinions run wild. We're not talking about a college professor having a relationship with one of his or her students. No, the focus here is on teacher/student relationships when the student is below the age of consent. Why does this happen? Is there medical reasons behind these occurrences? Also, why are there double standard opinions when this topic is discussed?

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In Episode 4, Ed and Sara discuss the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge. With so many doing this challenge, how much is really going towards research? They weigh in with their opinions on this controversial publicity.

Also on this episode's agenda, a military veteran is denied entry to a popular theme park. Mario Alejandro wasn't allowed to enter Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson, New Jersey, United States. Why was he kept out? The veteran was wearing a shirt which depicted a silhouette of an M16. Were the theme park workers justified in not allowing him into the park? Was his clothing covered by the freedom of speech?

Sadly, on August 19, 2014, a video depicting the beheading of James Foley was published on YouTube by the terrorist group ISIS. Many countries, such as the United States and England, are censoring the viewing of this video, even trying to impose penalties for doing so. Social media networks, like Twitter, are suspending the accounts of members who post images from this video or links to this video. Do the people have the right to view this video? What would be the advantages and disadvantages of viewing such a graphic video?

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Learn more about the ALS disease.

Read the full story on Mario Alejandro and Six Flags.

Watch the James Foley Video but be warned, it is graphic.

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In Episode 3, Ed and Sara discuss the untimely passing of actor/comedian Robin Williams. Is this as big of a news story as the media is portraying it to be? Rush Limbaugh tries to steal the spotlight and make himself relevant again by creating controversy in regards to Robin Williams death. Ed and Sara also have a grim conversation on suicide.

Show Notes can be found at http://letstrashtalk.com/03

Over 30,000 people in the U.S. die by suicide.

Studies indicate that the best way to prevent suicide is through the early recognition and treatment of depression and other psychiatric illnesses.

In crisis and in the U.S.? Call 800-273-TALK (Suicide Prevention Line)

Learn about the anti-suicide walls being built for the George Washington Bridge.

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In Episode 2, Ed and Sara tackle Ray Rice and his domestic violence ordeal. Domestic violence is unacceptable but do women provoke it? ESPN employees weigh in on the subject and get reprimanded. Ed and Sara also discuss the perverted breeding ground of ComiCon. Sexual harassment was running wild at this year's ComiCon event.

Article on ESPN's Stephen A. Smith's suspension for basically saying women shouldn't provoke men.

Story on Max Kellerman's suspension for talking about domestic violence when ESPN told everyone to drop the subject.

An article on sexual harassment at this year's ComiCon.

More information on Geeks For CONsent.

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In the first episode of the Lets Trash Talk podcast, Ed and Sara introduce themselves. They discuss Rob Ford and his bid for re-election as Toronto's mayor. Does he actually stand a chance? Joggers, particularly women joggers, get unwanted attention. Is this actually the case or is it all in their head? The latest trend today seems to be leaving children in cars while the parents go shopping. Ed and Sara share their thoughts and opinions on this subject.

Karen Cordano was the fearful jogger. Read her blog story, Running While Female.

Read the article Sara wrote about children being left in cars.

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