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New Rory & MALEpisode 236 | How About A Magic Trick?Anybody got a matchbook? We’re back with a mindblowing (pause) episode (0:00) . We begin with a trip down memory lane reflecting on David Blaine’s street magic & Criss Angel’s Mindfreak (04:40). This leads to a conversation about our beliefs or lack thereof in magic, ghosts, aliens, and zombies (16:11). Is the NFL scripted? We go over this past week's games and speculate Jason Kelce and the MLK look alike taking Taylor Swift’s spotlight (25:04). In music news, Lupe Fiasco & Kid Cudi swapped words and eventually made good (43:33). Then we reflect on the history of beef in Hip-Hop (55:00) . It’s time for voicem...2024-01-232h 00
Gangland WireDavid Berman – From Capone to Bugsy SeigelRetired Intelligence Detective Gary Jenkins brings you the best in mob history with his unique perception of the mafia. David Berman was a Jewish-American organized crime figure active in Sioux City, Iowa, the Twin Cities, and the Las Vegas Strip. He was a casino gambling pioneer in Las Vegas, a partner with mobster Bugsy Siegel at the Flamingo Hotel. Berman died in 1957 during surgery.
Berman began his criminal career at 13 by running a crew of teenage thugs committing petty extortions and eventually a string of illegal distilleries. He then went on to supplement his earnings by also running his own...2023-07-3100 min
Gangland WireDavid Berman – From Capone to Bugsy SeigelRetired Intelligence Detective Gary Jenkins brings you the best in mob history with his unique perception of the mafia. David Berman was a Jewish-American organized crime figure active in Sioux City, Iowa, the Twin Cities, and the Las Vegas Strip. He was a casino gambling pioneer in Las Vegas, a partner with mobster Bugsy Siegel at the Flamingo Hotel. Berman died in 1957 during surgery.
Berman began his criminal career at 13 by running a crew of teenage thugs committing petty extortions and eventually a string of illegal distilleries. He then went on to supplement his earnings by also running...2023-07-3100 min
Thinkery & Verse presentS02 Ep. 04: AFTERSHOCK / La Réplica - Navigator (Finale)Finale: Episode four explores navigating life after war. Tejana Host, Karen Alvarado, shares audio-adapted Latinx stories from the 2019 stage play AFTERSHOCK / La Réplica. Alvarado then interviews combat veterans Colonel Lisa Carrington Firmin and Jenny Pacanoswki as well as Latinx educator/artist Oscar Franco about their experiences with PTS, homecoming and how Latinx youth are engaging with veterans.***Warning: This episode contains references to sexual trauma, discrimination, post dramatic stress & graphic war imagery. There are sounds of gunfire, explosions and adult language***Audio Scenes (from AFTERSHOCK / La Répli...2021-04-171h 24
Thinkery & Verse presentS02 [Bonus] AFTERSHOCK / La Réplica: Spotlight on Liz HenselIn this BONUS Episode, Tejana Host Karen Alvarado spotlights Liz Hensel - - Latinx Marine, Podcast Host, Mother, Military Spouse and Writer! Through her piece called "Little Medina" Liz Hensel shares what it was like to care for a wounded little girl while serving in Afghanistan. Liz unpacks how that experience changed her and eventually reinforced the mothering of her own children back in America. Because April is Military Child Month, this episode is dedicated to military children everywhere!***Warning: This episode contains references to ethnic discrimination and...2021-04-1529 min
Thinkery & Verse presentS02 [Bonus] AFTERSHOCK / La Réplica: Spotlight on Johnny & Karen (creators)In this BONUS Episode, the tables turn on Tejana Host Karen Alvarado and Veteran Scholar Dr. John Meyer, the co-producers of Thinkery & Verse's AFTERSHOCK / La Réplica Podcast. Instead of Karen & Johnny interviewing veterans, instead veterans interview them! This interview originally premiered as part of Poetic Theatre Productions Veteran Voices: The Interview Sessions, hosted by Veterans Jenny Pacanowski and Omar Columbus. In this spotlight bonus, Karen & Johnny talk about their intercultural marriage, military service, veterans work, and their artistic projects inspired by the...2021-04-101h 25
Thinkery & Verse presentS02 [Bonus] AFTERSHOCK / La Réplica: Spotlight on Dr. Tom PalaimaIn this Bonus Episode, Tejana Host Karen Alvarado interviews Dr. Tom Palaima, MacArthur “Genius” and Classics Professor. They discuss ancient warrior culture including burial practices, and they unpack the Greek virtue called “Arête” and its relation to Latinx “Machismo” behavior. ***Warning: This episode contains references to suicide, trauma and descriptions of graphic violence. ***RESOURCES"Disillusionment of the War” - Sigmund FreudBilly Joe Shaver "I'm gonna live forever"Wisconsin Death Trip - Michael Lesy2021-04-0854 min
Thinkery & Verse presentS02 Ep. 03: AFTERSHOCK / La Réplica -- Grenade LauncherEpisode three explores the explosive nature of RELATIONSHIPS while serving in the military. Tejana Host, Karen Alvarado, shares audio-adapted Latinx veteran stories from the 2019 stage play AFTERSHOCK / La Réplica. Alvarado then interviews combat veterans/writers Rocio Iribe (Marine) and Dr. John Meyer (Army Ranger), as well as Latinx Historian, Mary Alice Carnes who is the daughter of a WWII veteran. **Warning: This episode contains references to trauma and discrimination.**GUESTS:Rocio Iribe Dr. John MeyerMary Alice Carnes 2021-04-031h 15
Thinkery & Verse presentS02 [Bonus] AFTERSHOCK / La Réplica: Spotlight on Maria Mia SalazarIn this BONUS Episode, Tejana Host Karen Alvarado spotlights Maria Mia Salazar - - Latinx Marine, Mother, Sculptor, Painter, Entrepreneur and Poet! Maria’s interview originally premiered as part of Poetic Theatre Productions Veteran Voices: The Interview Sessions, hosted by Veterans Jenny Pacanowski and Omar Columbus. ***Warning: This episode contains references to gender and culture related trauma.***RESOURCES:Maria Mia SalazarClaymore VetsClaymore Vets FacebookHerStory Fundraiser Merchandise10th Annual Poetic License Festival begins April 11th, @poet...2021-04-011h 09
Thinkery & Verse presentS02 Ep. 02: AFTERSHOCK / La Réplica -- the Door KickerEpisode Two explores how the cultural condition called “Machismo” (toxic masculinity) can influence soldiering and trauma associated with war. Tejana Host, Karen Alvarado, shares audio-adapted Latinx stories from the 2019 stage play AFTERSHOCK / La Réplica. Alvarado then interviews combat veterans/artists Victor Inzunza and Dr. John Meyer, as well as MacArthur Fellow/Professor of Classics Dr. Thomas Palaima about the historical ties to military masculinity.**Warning: This episode contains references to suicide, trauma and discr...2021-03-271h 05
Thinkery & Verse presentS02 Ep. 01: AFTERSHOCK / La Réplica -- Suppressive FireEpisode One explores Latinx Identity and Women in War. Our Tejana host, Karen Alvarado, shares audio-adapted Latinx stories from the 2019 stage play AFTERSHOCK / La Réplica. Alvarado then interviews combat veterans Colonel Lisa Carrington Firmin and Jenny Pacanoswki about their personal experiences with identity, gender and culture in the US Armed Services.***Warning: This episode contains references to sexual trauma and gender/ cultural discrimination. There are sounds of gunfire, explosions and adult language***Audio Scenes from AFTERSHOCK / La Réplica:“I want to be a US Sold...2021-03-201h 09
Gambling With an EdgeGambling With an Edge - guest author David SchwartzOur guest this week is David Schwartz, on to talk about his new book, "At The Sands." We welcome your questions - send them to us at gamblingwithanedge@gmail.com, or you can find me at @RWM21 on Twitter or https://www.facebook.com/GamblingWithAnEdge. podcast Click to listen - Alt click to download Show Notes [00:00] Introduction of Dr. David G. Schwartz, author of At The Sands, gaming historian, and professor at UNLV [00:46] Why write about The Sands [01:12] Would it be easier to write another book about the same era in Las Vegas? [02:48] Mob affiliations with The Sands [03:29] Jack Entratter [06:49] M...2020-12-0455 minGambling With an EdgeGambling With an Edge - guest author David SchwartzOur guest this week is David Schwartz, on to talk about his new book, "At The Sands." We welcome your questions - send them to us at gamblingwithanedge@gmail.com, or you can find me at @RWM21 on Twitter or https://www.facebook.com/GamblingWithAnEdge. podcast Click to listen - Alt click to download Show Notes [00:00] Introduction of Dr. David G. Schwartz, author of At The Sands, gaming historian, and professor at UNLV [00:46] Why write about The Sands [01:12] Would it be easier to write another book about the same era in Las Vegas? [02:48] Mob affiliations with The Sands [03:29] Jack Entratter [06:49] M...2020-12-0455 min