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November 16, 2022 Episode 149: Hitman Sent by God | John G. Schmitz and Cooping
Hillary and Tina cover US House Representative John G. Schmitz and the election fraud cooping tactic.
Hillary’s Story
US House Representative out of California, John G. Schmitz ran and won on his far conservative moralism. BUT when a scandal erupts, his own morals are questioned.
Tina’s Story
In the 1800s, like today, most folks decide if they’re going to exercise their right to vote by showing up on election day. BUT some politicians resorted to violence and kidnapping to ensure high election number results.
Sources
Hillary's Story
John Schmitz
Schmitz Bio and Data
Los Angeles Times
John Schmitz; Former Right-Wing Congressman From Orange County--BY DAVID HALDANE AND JEAN O. PASCO
SF Gate
John G. Schmitz, Former Congressman From Orange County--by Mark Martin
The New York Times
But the American party loves--by Stephen Lesher
US Archive
John Schmitz is no George Wallace
Photos
John G. Schmitz--via Arlington Cemetary
Schmitz Affair in Newspaper--from Sacramento Bee via Newspapers.com
Mary Kay Letourneau--Fair Use via Wikipedia
Tina's Story
Atlas Obscura
Election Fraud in the 1800s Involved Kidnapping and Forced Drinking--by Natalie Zarrelli
Historical Index
What Was Cooping?--by Michael Pollick
History Extra
A brief history of election “rigging” in the United States
TPM
What Edgar Allan Poe’s Death And Voter Fraud Myths Have In Common--by Ciara Torres-Spelliscy
University of Virginia (Public Voting Page)
Vote buying in nineteenth century US elections
Photos
Politicians trying to buy votes--from Library of Congress via Atlas Obscura
Election Fraud Violence--from Library of Congress via Atlas Obscura
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1 hr 15 min
November 09, 2022 Episode 148: Last Gasp of Democracy | Lance Mason and America First
Tina and Hillary cover Ohio judge Lance Mason and the rise of America First.
Tina’s Story
Lance Mason served in the Ohio House and Senate before his appointment to the Cuyahoga County Court. BUT his violent actions move him from the bench to the defendant’s table.
Hillary’s Story
The America First Committee began as an isolationist group in early 20th century. BUT its anti-Semitic and racist attitudes are still being used by the GOP today.
Tina's Sources
Cleveland
Cleveland judge accused of beating wife had 2,500 rounds of ammunition, semi-automatic rifles, sword and smoke grenades in home--by Cory Shaffer
Disgraced judge Lance Mason pleads guilty to ex-wife’s murder, faces life in prison--by Cory Shaffer
Ohio House passes Aisha’s Law, named after beloved Shaker Heights teacher who was murdered by her ex-husband--by Laura Hancock
Cleveland 19
Arrest of former judge Lance Mason for murder of ex-wife shown on Shaker Heights police video (graphic)--by Chris Anderson
'What a monster you are’: Former judge Lance Mason will be parole eligible after 35 years for brutally killing ex-wife Aisha Fraser--by Chris Anderson
CNN
Former Ohio judge and politician Lance Mason pleads guilty to killing ex-wife--by Jason Hanna and Carma Hassan
The New York Times
Former Ohio Judge Who Beat His Wife Is Arrested in Her Stabbing Death--by Matthew Haag
NPR WLRN
Ex-Judge Who Spent 9 Months In Prison For Beating Wife Is Arrested After She's Killed--by Emily Sullivan
Refinery 29
This Judge Received Special Treatment After Beating His Wife. Then He Killed Her.--by Leah Carroll
WKYC Studios
Former Cuyahoga County Judge Lance Mason sentenced to life in prison for ex-wife's murder--by yler Carey, Stephanie Metzger, Leon Bibb
Judge Lance Mason indicted for assault on wife--by Kim Wendel
Photos
Judge Lance Mason Mugshot--from OHIO DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS via People
Aisha Fraser--from Shaker Heights Schools via People
Judge Mason in Court--screenshot via Fox8 News
Hillary's Sources
All That's Interesting
Inside The Shocking Origins Of The ‘America First’ Movement--by Jaclyn Anglis
The Atlantic
A Short History of 'America First'--by Krishnadev Calamur
Britannica
America First Committee
CNN
Trump's 'America First' has ugly echoes from U.S. history-
By Susan Dunn
NPR WLRN
'America First': From Charles Lindbergh To President Trump--by Greg Myre of All Things Considered
Salon
Charles Lindbergh's unapologetic bigotry: How he became the face of the America First Committee--by Candace Fleming
Time
The Long History Behind Donald Trump's 'America First' Foreign Policy
The Washington Post
President Trump’s ‘America First’ slogan was popularized by Nazi sympathizers--by Eric Rauchway
Wikipedia
America First Committee
Photos
America First signs at the Republican Convention in 2016--Photo by Joe Raedle via The Guardian
Charles Lindbergh speaking at an America First Committee Rally--from AP via NPR
Dr. Seuss cartoon about America First Committee--from Special Collections & Archives, UC San Diego via NPR
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November 04, 2022 Li'l Muck Episode 47: Hillary Cassel
Hillary and Tina interview attorney Hillary Cassel, candidate for Florida House, District 101.
Hillary Cassel is a proud Democrat, mental health care advocate, and co-founder of the law firm Cassel & Cassel, P.A.
Beginning her legal career as an Assistant State Attorney at the Broward State Attorney’s Office, Hillary witnessed the devastating inequality of our justice system firsthand. For the last seven years, she has represented struggling families against large insurance companies in their time of need. Now, she is running for the Florida House of Representatives because she knows that we need strong Democratic leadership in Tallahassee.
Websites
Hillary for Florida Website
Namaste the Stigma Away
Special Guest: Hillary Cassel .
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November 02, 2022 Episode 147: Lollipop on a Stick | Vincent Foster and Arthur Brun
Hillary and Tina cover White House Counsel Vincent Foster and Kauai County councilman Arthur Brun.
Hillary’s Story
Vincent Foster joined the White House Counsel to the Clinton administration in early 1993. BUT when the pressures of DC mounted, Foster made a devastating decision that republicans still weaponize today.
Tina’s Story
Arthur Brun won a seat on the Kauai County Council in Hawaii. BUT when he dealt drugs as a side hustle, Brun’s career went up in smoke.
Hillary's Story
All That's Interesting
Inside The Tragic Death Of Vince Foster — And The Conspiracy Theories That Followed--By Marco Margaritoff
Esquire
Impeachment: American Crime Story Shows The Tragic Death of Vince Foster--by Lauren Kranc
FBI
Vincent Foster
Frontline
Once Upon a Time in Arkansas
NBC News
Despite Trump's 'Fishy' Comments, Vince Foster Case Is Closed
The New York Times
Why Was Kavanaugh Obsessed With Vince Foster?--by Sean Wilentz
Politifact
Decades-old conspiracy theories about Vince Foster and the Clintons are still wrong--by Ciara O'Rourke
Vanity Fair
American Crime Story: Why Vince Foster’s Suicide Was a Turning Point for Linda Tripp--by Julie Miller
Vox
Vince Foster's death and subsequent conspiracy theories, explained--by Matthew Yglesias
The Washington Post
Foster's Death a Suicide--by David Von Drehle and Howard Schneider
Wikipedia
Suicide of Vince Foster
Vince Foster
Photos
Vince Foster--photo released by White House (public domain)
Vince Foster with his wife and the Clintons--from Arkansas Democrat Gazette via Bloomberg
Brett Kavanaugh at Independent Counsel Hearing--by David Hume Kennerly via The New York Times
Tina's Story
Sources
The Garden Island
Arthur Brun files to run for County Council--By Darin Moriki
Two Brun associates sentenced--by Scrimgeour
Hawaii Public Radio
Ex-Kauaʻi councilman pleads guilty to leading meth ring--by By JENNIFER SINCO KELLEHER
Kaua'i Council Member Pleads Not Guilty To Charges Tied To Alleged Drug Ring He Led--by Casey Harlow
Honolulu Civil Beat
Candidate Q&A: Kauai County Council – Arthur Brun
Ex-Kauai Councilman Sentenced To 20 Years For Leading Meth Ring--by Brittany Lyte
Kauai: The Depth of Arrested Council Member’s Troubles Shouldn’t Have Been A Surprise--by Allan Parachini
iLind
Former Kauai County Council member to change his 'not guilty' plea
KHON 2
Feds: Kauai Councilman Arthur Brun a danger to the community--by Manolo Morales
Judge orders Kauai Councilman Arthur Brun to remain in custody--Manolo Morales
Newsweek
County Official Trafficked Meth to Support His Drug Addiction, Faces 15 Years in Prison--by Erin Brady
United States Attorney's District of Hawaii
Former Kauai County Council Member Sentenced to 20 Years in Federal Prison
Photos
Councilman Arthur Brun--via Honolulu Civil Beat
Arthur Brun mugshot--via KHON2
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1 hr 31 min
October 26, 2022 Episode 146: Aliens or Bust | Orville Enoch Hodge and the 1947 Flying Disc Craze
Tina and Hillary cover Auditor of Public Accounts Oliver Enoch Hodge and the 1947 flying disc craze.
Tina’s Story
Orville Hodge served as Illinois Auditor of Public Accounts after winning election in 1952. But when he lined his pockets instead of balancing the books, it cost him big time.
Hillary’s Story
When pilot Kenneth Arnold witnessed what he described as high speed flying discs. BUT little did he know that his sighting would spark a flying disc craze that still intrigues UFO enthusiasts today.
Sources
Tina's Story
Chicagoist
The Chicagoist Flashback: The Demise Of Orville Hodge--by Samantha Abernathy
Chicago Tribune
ORVILLE HODGE, AUDITOR WHO ROBBED STATE
Downfall Dictionary
Orville E. Hodge: high flying lifestyle--by Dirk Langeveld
NPR Illinois Public Radio
Illinois Issues: Comptroller, Treasurer - The Story Of How One Office Became Two--by Sam Dunklau
State Journal Register
Flashback Springfield: July 22, 1956--by Rich Saal
Time
ILLINOIS: Hodge Dislodged
Photos
Orville Enoch Hodge--via NPR Illinois Public Radio
Orville Hodge getting fingerprinted--by Chicagoist via Downfall Dictionary
Hillary's Story
Sources
Britannica
Roswell incident
CBS News
Recently uncovered 1947 headline from long-defunct newspaper offers "amazing glimpse" at UFO incident in Roswell
FBI Vault
Roswell UFO
History
What Really Happened at Roswell?--by Adam Janos
National Catholic Register
Nuns Reveal Hidden Truth About Roswell ‘UFO Crash’--by KV Turley
NPR WLRN
The Truth Is (Still) Out There In 'UFO Capital' Roswell, New Mexico--by Kirk Siegler and Liz Baker
Smithsonian Magazine
In 1947, A High-Altitude Balloon Crash Landed in Roswell. The Aliens Never Left--by Donovan Webster
The Washington Post
75 years ago, Roswell 'flying saucer' report sparked UFO obsession--by Dave Kindy
Wikipedia
1947 flying disc craze
Kenneth Arnold UFO sighting
Roswell Incident
Wired
July 8, 1947: Roswell Incident Launches UFO Controversy--by John C Abell
Photos
Pilot Kenneth Arnold--from Associated Press file photo via East Oregonian
Flying Discs over Tulsa--by Enio Gilmore from Tulsa Daily World via Wikipedia
Front Page of Paper--from the July 5, 1947 Florence Times via Muscle Shoals
Roswell Crash Article--from Corsicana Daily Sun via History
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October 19, 2022 Episode 145: Hamsterdam | Sheila Dixon and Anthony Seminerio
Hillary and Tina cover Baltimore Mayor Sheila Dixon and New York Assemblyman Anthony Seminerio.
Hillary’s Story
Sheila Dixon made history as the first female mayor of Baltimore. But resigns soon after amid bribery charges.
Tina’s Story
Anthony Seminerio had an illustrious 30 year career in New York politics. BUT that all came crashing down when he got charged with corruption.
Sources
Hillary's Story
The Baltimore Sun
Dixon convicted of embezzlement --by Julie Bykowicz and Annie Linksey
Former Baltimore Mayor Sheila Dixon enters race for mayor, arguing Pugh’s misdeeds helped beat her last time--by Luke Broadwater and Talia Richman
Former Mayor Sheila Dixon sees herself as Balitmore's future, not its past--by Luke Broadwater
Maryland Manual Online
Sheila Dixon
The New York Times
Baltimore’s Mayor Is Convicted--by Ian Urbina
NPR
Baltimore Mayor Sheila Dixon Convicted for Stealing Gift Cards--by Frank James
Rueters
Black, female leaders battle Baltimore urban woes--By Ellen Wulfhorst
WNYC Studios
Baltimore Mayor Sheila Dixon Resigns--by The Takeaway
Photos
Sheila Dixon--from Dixon for Baltimore via Baltimore Fishbowl
Dixon outside of court--by Rob Carr/Associated Press via The New York Times
Dixon running for Mayor 2020--from The Washington Post
Tina's Story
The Daily Gazette
Queens assemblyman gets 6 years on fraud charges--by The Associated Press
Fordham Law School
Telegram from Anthony Seminerio, New York State Assemblyman, to Geraldine Ferraro
Legacy
ANTHONY SEMINERIO OBITUARY
The New York Times
Former Assemblyman Seminerio Dies in Prison--by William K. Rashbaum
Queens Assemblyman Pleads Guilty in Corruption Case--by Colin Moynihan and A.G. Sulzberger
QNS
Seminerio Sting exposes tale of albany intrigue--by Howard Koplowitz
Queen's Chronicle
Anthony Seminerio dead at age 75--by Michael Cusenza
BREAKING NEWS: Seminerio gets 6 yr. sentence for bribes--by Michael Lanza
US Attorney's Office
Former New York State Assemblyman Pleads Guilty to Honest Services Mail Fraud
Former Hospital CEO Sentenced In Manhattan Court To Three Years In Prison For Participating In Bribery Scheme Involving Three Members Of The New York State Legislature
The Village Voice
Veteran Pol Tony Seminerio and Bribe-Taking in Albany--by Tom Robbins
Vote Smart
Anthony Seminerio's Biography
Photos
Anthony Seminerio--via Queen's Chronicle
FCI Butner Prison--from United States Bureau of Prisons (public domain)
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1 hr 27 min
October 12, 2022 Episode 144: I Am the Government | Daniel Sickles and Judge Samuel B. Kent
Tina and Hillary cover US House Representative Daniel Sickles and Judge Samuel B. Kent.
Tina’s Story
Daniel Sickles, known for his intellect and friendship with James Buchanan, made a name for himself in politics. BUT it’s his wife’s infidelity that leads to a crime of passion and a newfound defense plea.
Hillary’s Story
Federal judge Samuel B. Kent was well respected since his appointment to the bench in 1990, BUT when he made unwanted advances to staff members, he faced impeachment.
Sources
Tina's Story
All That's Interesting
How Congressman Daniel Sickles Admitted To Killing His Wife’s Lover And Got Away With It--by Genevieve Carlton
Emerging Civil War
Dan Sickles and the Temporary Insanity Defense--by Todd Arrington
Encyclopedia.com
Daniel Sickles Trial: 1859
Historical Society of the District of Columbia Circuit
The Murder of Phillip Barton Key
History
Daniel Sickles
Nursing Clio
“Ample Justification for the Deed”: Public Interest in the “Sickles Tragedy” as Gender Performance--by Sarah Adler
Unresolved
The Assassination of Philip Barton Key
Wikipedia
Philip Barton Key II
WLRN
'Star Spangled Scandal': How An 1859 Sensationalized Crime Set A Modern Day Precedent--by Jessica Taylor
Women History Blog
Wife Of Union General Daniel Sickles
Photos
Daniel Sickles--public domain, Library of Congress via Wikipedia
Teresa Sickles--public domain via Wikipedia
Philip Barton Key--public domain via Wikipedia
Illustration of Sickles shooting Key--public domain via Wikipedia
Hillary's Story
ABC News
Federal Judge Indicted in Sex Abuse Case--by Theresa Cook and Gina Sunseri
Chron.
Casey: Judge Kent soap opera goes beyond guilty plea--by Rick Casey
Disgraced ex-judge Kent out of prison, confined to cabin--by Lise Olsen
Judge Kent's impeachment came fast and furious--by Stewart Powell
CNN
Victims allege years of sexual misconduct by federal judge--by Tom Cohen
Congress
H. Rept. 111-159 - IMPEACHMENT OF JUDGE SAMUEL B. KENT
Constitutional Law Reporter
JUDGE SAMUEL B KENT AVOIDED IMPEACHMENT BY RESIGNING
Library of Congress
Federal Impeachment
New York Times
Judge Sentenced to Prison for Lying About Harassment--by James C. McKinlye, Jr.
Southeast Texas Record
5th Circuit denies Kent's disability status, recommends impeachment--by Marilyn Tennissen
US Department of Justice
U.S. District Court Judge Sentenced to 33 Months in Prison for Obstruction of Justice
Wikipedia
Samuel B. Kent
Photos
Judge Samuel B. Kent--from US Distict of the Southern District of Texas via public domain
Samuel Kent and his wife outside courthouse--by Mayra Beltran via the Houston Chronicle
Cathy McBroom and Donna Wilkerson--via The University of Texas at Austin Center for Women's & Gender Studies
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1 hr 6 min
October 05, 2022 Episode 143: Classic Tina | Donora Smog and Aaron von Ehlinger
Hillary and Tina cover the Donora smog and former Idaho state representative, Aaron von Ehlinger.
Hillary’s Story
In the 1940s Donora thrived as a mill town for the steel industry, BUT residents faced tragedy when a deadly smog smothers the town.
Tina’s Story
Aaron von Ehlinger landed an Idaho State House position in 2021, BUT months later, he landed in jail after facing sexual assault charges.
Sources
Hillary's Story
British Path (YouTube Channel)
Poison Fog (1948)
National Geographic
Decades ago, this pollution disaster exposed the perils of dirty air--by Cynthia Gorney
National Library of Medicine
The Donora Smog Revisited: 70 Years After the Event That Inspired the Clean Air Act
Pennsylvania Center for the Book
A Cloud With a Silver Lining: The Killer Smog in Donora, 1948--By Erin Peterman
Smithsonian Magazine
The Deadly Donora Smog of 1948 Spurred Environmental Protection—But Have We Forgotten the Lesson?--by Lorraine Boissoneault
Wikipedia
1948 Donora smog
WLRN
Smog Deaths In 1948 Led To Clean Air Laws
Photos
Smog in Downtown Donora--photo by Bettmann via Smithsonian Magazine
Town of Donora after Smog--photo by Alfred Eisenstaedt
Emissions from Zinc and Steel Plant--Donora Historical Society via howstuffworks
Tina's Story
Boise State Public Radio (NPR)
Aaron von Ehlinger had a long list of previous convictions; the State of Idaho pardoned them all--by George Prentice
Former State Rep. Aaron von Ehlinger Arrested In Georgia On Rape Warrant--by James Dawson
CNN
Woman who accused former Idaho legislator of rape has her identity revealed in conservative media--by Amanda Watts
The Guardian
Idaho Republican’s rape conviction a rare victory for sexual assault victims
Idaho Capital Sun
Former Rep. von Ehlinger arrested on rape charges after returning to Idaho--by Clark Corbin
Former Idaho Rep. Aaron von Ehlinger sentenced to at least 8 years in prison for rape--by Kelcie Moseley-Morris
Idaho County Free Press
‘I forgive you’— An in-depth look at the von Ehlinger hearing, testimony of Jane Doe--by Alexandra Duggan
Idaho Legislature
Rep. Aaron von Ehlinger
Idaho News
Von Ehlinger files for appeal to the Idaho Supreme Court
Idaho Statesman
Former Rep. Aaron von Ehlinger appeals rape conviction to Idaho Supreme Court--by Alex Brizee
Former Idaho Rep. Aaron von Ehlinger sentenced to up to 20 years in prison for rape--by Alex Brizee
KTVB 7
Aaron von Ehlinger, former Idaho lawmaker, sentenced to a minimum of eight years in prison--by Alexandra Duggan
Former lawmaker sentenced for raping an intern appeals to the Idaho Supreme Court
Rape trial begins for former Idaho lawmaker--by Katie Terhune
KXLY
Idaho lawmaker accused of rape was warned about his behavior
New York Times
Former Idaho Lawmaker Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison for Raping Intern--by McKenna Oxenden
UPI
Former Idaho state Rep. Aaron von Ehlinger sentenced to 20 years in prison for rape--by A.L. Lee
US News
Ex Idaho Lawmaker Charged With Rape Is Arrested in Georgia
Photos
Aaron von Ehlinger as State Representative--by FinallyGoodIT (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Aaron von Ehlinger mugshot--by Ada County Sheriff's Office via Newsweek
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1 hr 10 min
September 28, 2022 Episode 142: Not the Lake | USS Indianapolis and Warren G. Harding's Mistresses
Tina and Hillary cover Warren G. Harding's mistresses and the USS Indianapolis.
Tina’s Story
Harding’s presidency was rife with scandal. BUT it’s his extramarital affairs, love child, and questionable death that have captivated history lovers.
Hillary’s Story
The USS Indianapolis served the US military during WW2. BUT when a torpedo strikes, sinking the ship, the crew faces shark infested waters.
Tina's Sources
CBS News
Documents reveal fate of 13 missing sailors from the USS Indianapolis, iconic ship torpedoed in shark-infested waters during World War II
Constitution Center
Generations later, President Warren Harding’s sudden death recalled
History
Warren G. Harding’s Steamy Love Letters Unsealed--by Christopher Klein
History Daily
Warren G. Harding's Death: Conspiracy Or Heart Attack? Did His Wife Poison Him?--by Josh Robertson
Iron Tribune
Strange but True: “…I should never have been here.”
J. Michael Martinez
Scoundrels: Political Scandals in American History—Warren G. Harding--by J. Michael Martinez
New York Times Magazine
The Letters That Warren G. Harding’s Family Didn’t Want You to See--by Jordan Michael Smith
PBS
The ‘strange’ death of Warren G. Harding--by Dr. Howard Markel
Politico
America's Horniest President--by Jordan Michael Smith
I Read Every Memoir by a Presidential Mistress. Including Stormy’s--by Bill Scher
Smithsonian
The Worst Shark Attack in History--by Natasha Geiling
Time Magazine
DNA Tests Proved This 92-Year-Old Presidential Rumor--by Aditya Agrawal
The US Sun
BLOOD IN THE WATER Inside deadliest shark attack EVER as 150 sailors from USS Indianapolis eaten alive after warship sunk in WW2--by Katie Davis
Weird History
The Story of the Deadliest Shark Attack in US History--via YouTube
Wikipedia
[Nan Britton](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nan_Britton#:~:text=Nanna%20Popham%20Britton%20(November%209,President%20of%20the%20United%20States.)
Photos
Warren G. Harding--from Library of Congress via The White House website
Florence Harding--from Library of Congress via Wikipedia
Carrie Fulton Phillips--from Library of Congress via Mistresses the Play
Nan Britton--via Fair Use (Wikipedia)
Hillary's Story
BBC
USS Indianapolis sinking: 'You could see sharks circling'--By Alex Last
Britannica
USS Indianapolis
Fascinating Horror
The Story of the USS Indianapolis | A Short Documentary | Fascinating Horror--via YouTube
History
USS Indianapolis: Survivor Accounts From the Worst Sea Disaster in US Naval History
Smithsonian
The Worst Shark Attack in History--Natasha Geiling
The National WWII Museum
Surviving the Sinking of the USS Indianapolis
Naval History and Heritage Command
Indianapolis (CA-35)
The Tennessean
Timeline USS Indianapolis Discovered
Wikipedia
USS Indianapolis (CA-35)
Photos
USS Indianapolis--from US Naval Historical Center via CBS News
Survivors Surrounded by Sharks--from National Archives via St. Augustine Lighthouse
USS Indianapolis Survivors--from National Archives via CBS News
USS Indianapolis Wreckage--by Navigea via CBS News
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1 hr 25 min
September 21, 2022 Episode 141: Cover Up, Bitch! | Jimmy Carter's UFO Sighting and Judge John H. Wood
Hillary and Tina cover President Jimmy Carter’s UFO sighting and Judge John H. Wood.
Hillary’s Story
President Jimmy Carter is known for his humanitarian efforts. BUT prior to the presidency, he reported a UFO sighting that still remains a mystery for some.
Tina’s Story
Judge John H. Wood was known for his hard hitting convictions—particularly for drug chargers. BUT when a drug lord hits back, Wood loses his life.
Sources
Hillary's Story
Atlas Obscura
NASA Is Creating Glowing Clouds for Science--by Kelsey Kennedy
GQ
The Gospel According to Jimmy--by Wil S. Hylton
Grunge
FASCINATING US PRESIDENTIAL FACTS YOU NEVER KNEW--by Scott Harris King
History
Jimmy Carter files report on UFO sighting
National Investigations Committee on Aerial Phenomena
Carter Sighting Official Report
New York Magazine
Jimmy Carter Saw a UFO on This Day in 1973--by Ed Kilgore
Politico
Jimmy Carter reports UFO, Sept. 18, 1973--by Andrew Glass
Science Channel via YouTube
President Jimmy Carter Spots a U.F.O. | NASA's Unexplained Files
Smithsonian Magazine
NASA Launch Will Dot the Sky With Colorful Clouds--by Jason Daley
Weatherboy
NASA Successfully Launches Rocket, Glowing Clouds
Wikipedia
Jimmy Carter UFO Incident
Photos
President Jimmy Carter--Wally McNamee/Corbis via Getty Images from The Guardian
[UFO Sighting Report by Carter](National Investigations Committee on Aerial Phenomena)--screenshot from National Investigations Committee on Aerial Phenomena
Downtown Leary, GA--Photo by Amanda Baird/Flickr via All That's Interesting
Barium Clouds--Photo by Christopher Becke via Weatherboy
Tina's Story
The American Presidency Project
John H. Wood, Jr. Statement on the Death of the U.S. District Judge.
Associated Press
Woody Harrelson Dad Seeks New Trial
Federal Judicial Center
Wood, John Howland, Jr.
Hays Free Press
Actor’s hit-man father killed a federal judge--by Bartee Haile
Living Magazine
Woody Harrelson’s Childhood Was Anything but Common
Medium
The Famous Man Who Found out His Father Was a Murdering Hitman--by Sam Arnold
PuzzUps
harles Harrelson Wiki: 5 Facts To Know About Woody Harrelson’s Father
Rankers
Charles Harrelson Was An Encyclopedia Salesman, Federal Judge Slayer, And Woody Harrelson’s Father--by Jim Rowley
The Washington Post
U.S. Judge, Known for Severity In Drug Cases, Is Slain in Texas--by Kemper Diehl
Photos
Judge John H. Wood--from San Antonio Express via Gun Memorial
Charles Harrelson Early Mug Shot--from Houston Police Department via News 4 San Antonio
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