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October 04, 2023 Episode 194: Bro. Bruh. | Robert Bentley
Tina and Hillary cover former Alabama governor, Robert Bentley.
Alabama Governor Robert Bentley, a self-proclaimed champion of family values, upheld his marriage vows for nearly half a century. BUT his time in office took a surprising turn as he used his position to conceal a secret, revealing a stark contrast to his public image.
Sources
Alabama.com
Ex-governor Robert Bentley, Rebekah Mason's exit from First Baptist Tuscaloosa followed scathing sermon, report shows--by Leada Gore
Alabama House Judiciary Committee
THE IMPEACHMENT INVESTIGATION OF GOVERNOR ROBERT BENTLEY
The Atlantic
Alabama's 'Luv Guv' Has Resigned--by David Graham
The Strange Revelation of the Investigation of Alabama's Governor--by Russell Berman
Businiss Council of America
Robert Bentley, Governor bio
CNN
‘Dark day’ as Alabama governor cuts plea deal, resigns--by Elliot McLaughlin, Dakin Andone, and Devon M. Sayers
Politico
Alabama governor resigns, pleads guilty to misdemeanors--by Associated Press
NPR
Alabama's Governor Resigns Amid Scandal Over Alleged Affair And Cover-Up--by Camila Domonoske
USA Today
Robert Bentley resigns as Alabama governor; lieutenant governor replaces him--by Brian Lyman and Andrew Yawn
Wikipedia
Robert J. Bentley
Photos
Governor Robert Bentley--photo by Sutherland Boswell via Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 3.0)
Governor Bentley's Mug Shot--from Montgomery County Sheriff's Office via Politico
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46 min
September 27, 2023 Episode 193: Abortion is Not a Dirty Word | Zoot Suit Riots
Hillary and Tina cover the Zoot Suit Riots of 1943.
In Los Angeles, the Zoot Suit Riots of 1943 were fueled by tensions that ran deep. BUT in the chaos, a stark example of underlying racism emerged, exposing an uncomfortable truth about America's past.
Hillary's Story
Sources
History
Zoot Suit Riots
LA Times
The untold story of the Zoot Suit riots: How Black L.A. defended Mexican Americans
NBC News
Los Angeles apologizes for Zoot Suit Riots 80 years later
National WW2 Museum
The Zoot Suit Riots and Wartime Los Angeles
PBS
The Rise of Riots
Zoot Suit Riots
The Smithsonian
A Brief History of the Zoot Suit
Wikipedia
Zoot Suit Riots
Photos
Mexican American man wearing a zoot suit in 1943--from Library of Congress via National WW2 Museum
African American men wearing zoot suits in 1942--by Kingmidas911 via Wikipedia (CC-BY-SA 4.0)
Servicemen holding strips of Zoot Suits during Riots--from Bettman Archive via History
Two victims stripped of Zoot Suits by Servicemen--Anthony Potter Connection via History
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1 hr 7 min
September 20, 2023 Episode 192: PDA | Dennis Tyler
Tina and Hillary cover former Muncie, Indiana mayor, Dennis Tyler.
Dennis Tyler's term as Muncie mayor was coming to an end in 2019. BUT instead of a celebratory send off, he was indicted on corruption charges.
Sources
Tina's Story
Associated Press
Ex-Indiana mayor sentenced to year in prison for bribery
Fox 59
Former Muncie mayor gets early prison release--by Associated Press
The New York Times
Dennis Tyler, Mayor of Muncie, Ind., Indicted on Theft of Government Funds--by Abdi Latif Dahir and Johnny Diaz
Star Press
Muncie Mayor Dennis Tyler announces he is not running in 2019--by Corey Ohlenkamp
United States Attorney's Office Southern District of Indiana
Former Muncie Mayor Convicted and Sentenced on Corruption Charges
WBST
Former Muncie Mayor To Plead Guilty To Federal Corruption Charge--by Stephanie Wiechmann
WTHR
Former Muncie Mayor Dennis Tyler sentenced for theft of government funds
Ex-Muncie Mayor Dennis Tyler leaves federal prison after bribe conviction
Photos
Dennis Tyler at Press Conference--screenshot via Indy Star
Mayor Dennis Tyler's Speaking at the Annual State of the City Address--screenshot via The Star Press
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1 hr 11 min
September 13, 2023 Episode 191: The Drunk Episode | Robert Telles
Hillary and Tina cover Clark County Public Administrator Robert Telles.
Clark County Public Administrator Robert Telles was once a trusted political figure in his community. BUT his career took a shocking and tragic turn when he was implicated in the murder of journalist Jeff German.
Sources
Las Vegas Review-Journal
County office in turmoil with secret video and claims of bullying, hostility--by Jeff German
Embattled county official concedes race, remains combative--by Jeff German
In a rare move, consultant hired to resolve turmoil in county office--by Jeff German
Prosecutors disclose evidence to Telles in closed-door hearing--by Katelyn Newberg
Photos
Robert Telles--via Las Vegas Review
Journalist Jeff German--headshot via Las Vegas Review-Journal
Photo Evidence shown to Grand Jury in Telles Case--via Law and Crime
Screenshot of Ring Doorbell Video--via Law and Crime
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44 min
September 06, 2023 Episode 190: The Muck Takes New York! | Judge John Roemer
Tina and Hillary cover the murder of Judge John Roemer.
John Roemer served as Juneau County Judge until his retirement in 2017. But his retirement was short-lived when he was attacked in his home.
Sources
Tina's Story
CNN
A former judge was killed in his Wisconsin home in a targeted attack, officials say--by Whitney Wild
The Guardian
Suspected shooter who killed retired Wisconsin judge in ‘targeted’ attack identified--by Ramon Antonio Vargas
Independent
Pictured: Wisconsin judge’s alleged killer, who had political ‘hit list’, is identified--by Josh Marcus
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Here's what we know about the targeted killing of retired Wisconsin Judge John Roemer in the town of New Lisbon--by Drake Bentley and Elliot Hughes
Man suspected of killing retired Wisconsin judge identified as Douglas K. Uhde; had been sentenced by Roemer in 2005--by Mary Spicuzza, Daniel Bice, Elliot Hughes
Wisconsin judge shooting suspect had frequent legal trouble, but friends surprised by accusations--by Sophie Carson and Mary Spicuzza
NBC News
Former Wisconsin judge killed in 'targeted' attack; suspect had hit list that included Mitch McConnell, Gov. Whitmer--Tom Winter, Michael Kosnar, Minyvonne Burke
Slain retired judge had sentenced suspect to six years in prison, court records show--by Antonio Planas, Tom Winter, and Michael Kosnar
New York City Bar
Statement Condemning Assassination of Former Wisconsin Judge John Roemer and Calling for Greater State and Federal Judicial Security
WBay 2
Wisconsin man accused of killing retired judge pronounced dead
Wisconsin Department of Justice
Critical Incident Investigation in Mauston, Wis.
Wisconsin Rapids Tribune
Retired Juneau County judge John Roemer killed in targeted attack remembered as devoted jurist, church leader--by Kelli Arseneau, Chris Mueller, and Sarah Volpenhein
WMTV NBC
Wisconsin man says he’s on same hit list of suspect who allegedly killed former judge--by Elizabeth Wadas
Photos
Judge John Roemer--photo from a 2004 newsletter via Law & Crime
Douglas K. Uhde--mugshot from Wisconsin Department of Corrections via Madison.com
Judge John Roemer (obituary photo)--via Crandall Funeral Home
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1 hr 4 min
August 30, 2023 Episode 189: Chicken of the Sea | Conspiracy Theories about Hitler’s Death
Hillary and Tina cover the conspiracy theories about Adolf Hitler’s death.
Hitler's death marked the end of WWII. But a flurry of conspiracy theories emerged, suggesting he might have survived.
Hillary's Story
Sources
Atlas Obscura
The Wildly Misunderstood Photos of Hitler in Disguise--by Andy Wright
Business Insider
These declassified FBI files raise questions about Hitler’s death in the Führerbunker--by Blake Stilwell
Daily Beast
Hitler’s Final Days Revealed: Eyewitnesses Recount the Nazi’s Death in Unearthed Footage--by Marlow Stern
The Kentucky Miner Who Scammed Americans by Claiming He Was Hitler and Plotting a ‘Revolt’ With ‘Spaceships’--by Tarpley Hitt
Fortune
One Industry That Capitalizes On America’s Hitler Fascination--by John Anderson
The Guardian
Tests on skull fragment cast doubt on Adolf Hitler suicide story--by Uki Goni
Wikipedia
Conspiracy theories about Adolf Hitler's death
Photos
Hitler in disguises--by United Stated Secret Service (Public Domain via Wikipedia)
Hitler's Makeshift Grave--via BBC
US Soldier inside the burnt out bunker after Hitler's suicide--via BBC
Fuhrerbunker Complex in Berlin--by Bild Bundesarchiv via Wikipedia
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1 hr 25 min
August 23, 2023 Classic Episode: According to the Bylaws | Strom Thurmond and Megan Barry
We hope you enjoy this rerelease of one of our favorite episodes: Episode 109. Originally released on February 2, 2022, you will hear us discuss one of the longest serving members of Congress, Strom Thurmond and the first woman elected Mayor of Nashville, Megan Barry.
Hillary’s Story
Strom Thurmond served in the Senate for nearly half a century and fought against civil rights and integration. BUT when he dies, a secret from his past comes to light highlighting his hypocrisy.
Tina’s Story
In 2016, Megan Barry made history as the first woman mayor of Nashville. BUT when Barry gets a little too close to her security guard, rumors run rampant and reveal more than an affair at play.
Sources
Hillary's Story
The New York Times
Essie Mae Washington-Williams, Child of Famous but Secret Father, Dies at 87--by William Yardley
Politico
Thurmond wins Senate race as write-in candidate: Nov. 2, 1954--by Andrew Glass
Slate
The Legend of Strom's Remorse--by Timothy Noah
South Carolina ETA
Strom Thurmond--via YouTube
The Takeaway
The Racist Filibuster We Can't Afford to Forget
United States Senate
Strom Thurmond: A Featured Biography
The Washington Post
Strom Thurmond's black daughter: a symbol of America's complicated racial history--by Mary C. Curtis
Wikipedia
Strom Thurmond
WLRN
How Did Strom Thurmond Last Through His 24-Hour Filibuster?--by Mark Memmott
Photos
Strom Thurmond Monument--via One Columbia SC
Strom Thurmond in 1984--from Getty via WNYC Studios
Essie Mae Washington-Williams--via Kitsap Sun
Tina's Story
The Advocate
Nashville Passes Nondiscrimination Ordinance--by Julie Bolcer
The Daily Mail
Nashville Mayor was caught on camera in early morning cemetery visits with her bodyguard lover while he claimed overtime and 'nude photos were found on his work phone'
Fox17 WZTV Nashville
Former Nashville Mayor Megan Barry lands teaching spot at Fisk University--by Caitlyn Shelton
Nashville police chief calls Sgt. Forrest's guilty plea 'betrayal of the citizens'--by Katie Grunik
Heavy
Robert Forrest: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know--by Ellyn Santiago
Inside Edition
Video Shows Nashville Mayor Megan Barry's Repeated Visits to Cemetery With Her Bodyguard Lover
Nashville Business Journal
Ethics exec Barry throws hat in ring for Metro Council seat
Nashville.gov
Mayor Megan Barry Amended Executive Order Number 012
The Nashville Edit
Silver Linings--by Katie Crosslin
NBC News
Nashville Mayor Megan Barry resigns in felony plea deal after affair with bodyguard
The New York Times
Megan Barry, Nashville Mayor, Pleads Guilty to Theft and Agrees to Resign--by Richard Fausset and Mitch Smith
News Channel 5 Nashville
How Much Did Affair Cost Taxpayers? Audit Can't Say--by Phil Williams
Nude Pics Discovered During Investigation Of Nashville Mayor--Phil Williams
Robert Forrest, Mayor's Former Bodyguard, Pleads Guilty To Theft
Tennessean
Former Nashville Mayor Megan Barry got her criminal record expunged
Nashville Mayor Megan Barry resigns from office as part of guilty plea to felony theft charge
Robert Forrest, Nashville Mayor Megan Barry's former security chief?
Tennessee Lookout
Megan Barry: Life after public office--by Rob Dobie
The Tennessee Star
Former Nashville Mayor Megan Barry’s Past Criminal Behavior Formally Expunged from the Record--by Chris Butler
WKRN
Rob Forrest will get less pension after affair with former mayor Megan Barry
WPLN News
Former Nashville Mayor Megan Barry Hopes Her ‘Worst Day’ Inspires Others--BLAKE FARMER
Photos
Megan Barry Mugshot--from Metro Nashville Police Department via USA Today
Megan Barry Resigns--screenshot via ABC News
Rob Forrest--via Fox 17 News
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1 hr 18 min
August 16, 2023 Episode 188: Come on, Jersey! | Michael Galdieri and Sean Caddle
Tina and Hillary cover the murder of Michael Galdieri by political consultant Sean Caddle.
Michael Galdieri had been friends with a well-known political consultant, BUT their relationship took a sinister twist when a murder-for-hire plot was allegedly orchestrated against him.
Sources
Tina's Story
Gothamist
Hitmen say politically connected NJ murder was over stealing; one sentenced to 20 years--by Nancy Soloman
Hudson Reporter
Who Killed Michael Galieri
OPB
Man sentenced for role in Caddle murder-for-hire plot
Patch
Murder Of Hudson County NJ Senator's Son: New Details Revealed--by Caren Lissner
Political Aide's Role In Hudson County Murder Sends Shockwaves--by Caren Lissner
Politico
‘He’s a cold-hearted killer' New Jersey Democratic operative gets 24 years in murder-for-hire plot--by Matt Friedman
The Sean Caddle case: Is this it?--by Matt Friedman
United States Attorney's Office (District of New Jersey)
Political Consultant Sentenced to 24 Years in Prison for Role in Murder for Hire Scheme
Wikipedia
James Anthony Galdieri
Photo
Sean Caddle--via Caddle's Twitter Profile
Michael Galdieri--via Hudson Reporter
George Bratsensis--from Connecticut Department of Corrections via Oxygen True Crime
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1 hr 3 min
August 09, 2023 Episode 187: Dr. Vinnie Boombatz | New England Vampire Panic
Hillary and Tina cover the New England Vampire Panic.
In 19th-century New England, a devastating illness was tearing families apart, but many believed it was vampires to blame.
Hillary's Story
Sources
Heritage
THE NEW ENGLAND VAMPIRE PANIC
History
When New Englanders Blamed Vampires for Tuberculosis Deaths--by Crystal Ponti
How Stuff Works
The New England Vampire Panic Was Very Real and Very Deadly--by Nathan Chandler
Medium
New England’s Vampire Panic--by C.S. Voll
Mental Floss
The Mystery Behind the 19th-Century New England Vampire Panic--by Kyla Cathey
New England
New England’s Vampire History | Legends and Hysteria--by Joe Bills
New England Historical Society
THE GREAT NEW ENGLAND VAMPIRE PANIC
Science History Distillations Podcast
Vampire Panic
Smithsonian Magazine
The Great New England Vampire Panic--by Abigail Tucker
Wikipedia
New England vampire panic
Photos
Bones of JB 55 Rearranged--from Nicholas Bellantoni via Our New England Legends Podcast
Mercy Brown's Gravestone--by Cbarry123 via Wikipedia
Satirical Cartoon in the Boston City Globe--from Boston Daily Globe via Wikipedia
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1 hr 9 min
August 02, 2023 Episode 186: 90% Cocoa Bean | US Dakota War
Tina and Hillary cover the US Dakota War of 1862.
The Dakota people expected the US to honor and respect several peace treaties, BUT when those promises were broken, a devastating war erupted, leading to tragic consequences.
Sources
Tina's Story
EJI: A History of Racial Injustice
History.net
HOW THE U.S. USED ‘LAWS OF WAR’ TO HANG DAKOTA INDIANS AFTER 1862 UPRISING--by John A. Haymond
MPR News
History we don't teach: Mankato hangings an uneasy topic for MN schools--by Solvejg Wastvedt
Native Hope Blog
UNDERSTANDING THE DAKOTA UPRISING
What is the Dakota 38 Memorial
Reuters
Dakota Indians mark hangings of 1862 with trek on horseback--by David Bailey
The US Dakota War of 1862
Internment
University of Minnesota College of Liberal Arts
US-Dakota War of 1862
Zinn Education Project
Dec. 26, 1862: Mass Execution of Dakota Indians
Photos
Public Hanging of Dakota Indians by federal authorities--sketch by WH Childs in Frank Leslie's Illustrated Newspaper/Minnesota Historical Society via MPR News
Little Crow, Dakota Chief--by James E McClees/Public Domain via Wikipedia
List of Dakota Killed at Mankato--via Native Hope Blog
Andrew Myrick--public domain via Wikipedia
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1 hr 9 min

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