The Edge with Mark Thompson

One of the hit docu-series of the year has been, Evil Genius: The True Story of America's Most Diabolical Bank Heist. (Netflix) This baffling true crime story starts with the grisly death of a pizza delivery guy who robs a bank with a bomb around his neck -- and the story only gets weirder from there. Director Barbara Schroeder sits in with the crew and tells the story of how this project came to her and how she wrestled with bringing it to life. Mark Thompson is joined by Heather Ankeny and J Elvis Weinstein for the conversation with Barbara Schroeder. The show begins with political specialist, Michael Shure, returning to update the mid-term elections.   Mark expresses concern about the safety and integrity of the election process in America.  Can there be free and fair elections in America anymore? Michael and Mark talk about the White House dinner celebrating the Christian right. 00-3:35 Mark intro 3:35-25:41 Michael Shure and Mark talk politics 25:41-1:20:00 Director Barbara Schroeder on her Netflix documetary

You’ve heard Gerald Celente across the media landscape, on Coast to Coast with George Noory and elsewhere. His no nonsense takes on world events makes him one of our favorite guests.

Gerald deconstructs what’s happening both in America and worldwide in terms of the wave of populist leadership and the revolt away from traditional political leaders and systems.

What’s the net effect of these waves of populism? Gerald answers that question and gives us a guide for the prevailing trends.

Gerald’s newsletter is The Trends Journal

First, former co-host, Heather Ankeny, stops by to see Mark Thompson and J. Elvis Weinstein. Heather shares a bit of what’s been going on in her life which includes a brush with Steadman Graham and Heather’s take on the “Me Too” movement.

Mark shares the story of his mentorship of a foster child.

You can reach us at [email protected]

00-2:45 Mark’s intro and summary

2:45-29:10 Mark, J Elvis and Heather Ankeny on Oprah and Steadman

29:10-59:20 Trends analyst, Gerald Celente joins Mark Thompson

You've heard Gerald Celente across the media landscape, on Coast to Coast with George Noory and elsewhere.  His no nonsense takes on world events makes him one of our favorite guests. Gerald deconstructs what's happening both in America and worldwide  in terms of the wave of populist leadership and the revolt away from traditional political leaders and systems.   What's the net effect of these waves of populism?  Gerald answers that question and gives us a guide for the prevailing trends. Gerald's newsletter is The Trends Journal  First, former co-host, Heather Ankeny, stops by to see Mark Thompson and J. Elvis Weinstein.  Heather shares a bit of what's been going on in her life which includes a brush with Stedman Graham and Heather's take on the "Me Too" movement. Mark shares the story of his mentorship of a foster child. You can reach us at [email protected]  00-2:45 Mark's intro and summary 2:45-29:10 Mark, J Elvis and Heather Ankeny on Oprah and Stedman 29:10-59:20 Trends analyst, Gerald Celente joins Mark Thompson

Even if you don’t play cards, you’ll enjoy this episode…

John Cynn is a newly minted poker champion, the winner of the World Series of Poker Main Event.

John takes Mark Thompson and J.Elvis Weinstein through some of what goes into being a good card player and the obstacles he was up against.

From superstition to visualization to not being able to tell your parents about wanting to be a professional poker, John reviews it all.

The guys review a couple of hands and strategies.

John discusses his plans for the future and plans for the 8.8 million dollar prize.

The show run 1hr 4 mins

Even if you don't play cards, you'll enjoy this episode... John Cynn is a newly minted poker champion, the winner of the World Series of Poker Main Event.  John takes Mark Thompson and J.Elvis Weinstein through some of what goes into being a good card player and the obstacles he was up against. From superstition to visualization to not being able to tell your parents about wanting to be a professional poker, John reviews it all. The guys review a couple of hands and strategies.   John discusses his plans for the future and plans for the 8.8 million dollar prize. The show run 1hr 4 mins

In a special edition of the show, Mark Thompson welcomes back entertainment reporter Sam Rubin who has is filled with enthusiasm for a product from New Zealand that Sam explains has significant restorative properties.

Sam insists HE is partially responsible for the “Manuka Miracle,” the sudden upswing in interest in and use of Manuka Honey from New Zealand.

Recently featured in a special report on “Good Morning America,” Sam and Mark are joined live from Auckland New Zealand by Kate Kember and David Campbell, both from Manuka Health, New Zealand’s premiere provider of Manuka Honey.

From these two experts, Mark and Sam get full details on the benefits of Manuka Honey for the skin and overall health, learn the special process of bee keeping and harvesting and why Manuka Health’s products are sold in over 45 countries worldwide. Additionally we learn how to be better consumers and how to avoid rip-offs from unscrupulous providers.

Sam maintains the “Manuka Miracle” can change your life, and maybe even make Mark’s skin glow.

(The show runs 33 minutes)

In a special edition of the show, Mark Thompson welcomes back entertainment reporter Sam Rubin who has is filled with enthusiasm for a product from New Zealand that Sam explains has significant restorative properties. Sam insists HE is partially responsible for the "Manuka Miracle," the sudden upswing in interest in and use of Manuka Honey from New Zealand. Recently featured in a special report on "Good Morning America," Sam and Mark are joined live from Auckland New Zealand by Kate Kember and David Campbell, both from Manuka Health, New Zealand's premiere provider of Manuka Honey. From these two experts, Mark and Sam get full details on the benefits of Manuka Honey for the skin and overall health, learn the special process of bee keeping and harvesting and why Manuka Health's products are sold in over 45 countries worldwide.  Additionally we learn how to be better consumers and how to avoid rip-offs from unscrupulous providers. Sam maintains the "Manuka Miracle" can change your life, and maybe even make Mark's skin glow. (The show runs 33 minutes)

Former Editor-In-Chief at Rotten Tomatoes, Matt Atchity, presided over the website as it became a go-to destination for people deciding what films and television offerings they were going to watch.

Matt joins Mark Thompson and comic/documentary film director, J Elvis Weinstein on this episode.

Matt explains the power of “Certified Fresh”, the limited power of the superhero and tentpole films and studios generally.

Finally, Matt talks about The Young Turks and his goals for TYT.

Matt is one of the hosts of WHAT THE FLICK (which reviews movies and TV) on the TYT network.

Before Matt, Michael Shure returns from Israel and looks at the political aspirations of Jim Jordan as Jordan attempts to succeed Paul Ryan as House Speaker. One problem Jordan may have is the trail of controversy that’s shadowing him.

Mark also asks Michael about the Endangered Species Act and why it’s rollback is a priority for Trump and Interior Sec’y Zinke. Michael explains the politics.

00-3:16 Mark welcome, summary

3:16-26:06 Michael Shure on politics

26:06-1:21:14 Matt Atchity, J Elvis Weinstein and Mark Thompson

Email us at: [email protected]

Former Editor-In-Chief at Rotten Tomatoes, Matt Atchity, presided over the website as it became a go-to destination for people deciding what films and television offerings they were going to watch.   Matt joins Mark Thompson and comic/documentary film director, J Elvis Weinstein on this episode. Matt explains the power of "Certified Fresh", the limited power of the superhero and tentpole films and studios generally. Finally, Matt talks about The Young Turks and his goals for TYT. Matt is one of the hosts of WHAT THE FLICK (which reviews movies and TV) on the TYT network. Before Matt, Michael Shure returns from Israel and looks at the political aspirations of Jim Jordan as Jordan attempts to succeed Paul Ryan as House Speaker.  One problem Jordan may have is the trail of controversy that's shadowing him. Mark also asks Michael about the Endangered Species Act and why it's rollback is a priority for Trump and Interior Sec'y Zinke.  Michael explains the politics. 00-3:16 Mark welcome, summary 3:16-26:06 Michael Shure on politics  26:06-1:21:14 Matt Atchity, J Elvis Weinstein and Mark Thompson  Email us at: [email protected]

Vegas mobster, Frank Culotta, is out of witness relocation and now telling stories of his days in the Vegas mafia.

Culotta arrived in Vegas from Chicago as an underboss to Chicago boss, Tony Spilotro and explains the mob role in an expanding Las Vegas.

Gambling, “skimming” and killing.. Murder, enforcement for the mob and high end burglary (he ran a robbery crew called the Hole In The Wall Gang) is what Frank’s life was about during his mob years.

Frank was also the technical consultant on the movie CASINO. He sat alongside Martin Scorsese for the shooting of the film.

Before Frank, Michael Shure joins Mark to shed light on the new Supreme Court appointment.

The appointment comes from a list prepared by a conservative think tank and the leading advisor to Trump, Leonard Leo, is someone with a tie to a secret society called the Knights of Malta.

The two talk about the Thai cave rescue.

This is a shorter than normal episode so you’ll be done in a little over a half hour! Enjoy!

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