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Heroes for HireHero or Zero: Jessica CruzThis week we're talking about one of the newest additions to the Green lantern Corps, Jessica Cruz!...If you want to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/heroesforhirepodcastTo get Heroes for Hire merch: https://www.heroesforhire.ie/shopFollow us on Twitter: @Heroes4hirepod , @conlawler , @shaunmeighanFollow us on Facebook: Det. Divilment's Discussion GroupFollow us on Instagram: heroesforhirepodcastEmail any questions or queries to: HeroesforHire_@outlook.com Big thanks to our Patrons:Róisín...2025-04-1840 min
The NoSleep PodcastS22: NoSleep Podcast Holiday Hiatus 2024 #1The NoSleep Podcast is taking a Christmas break but that doesn't mean there aren't some Christmas specials to enjoy!
"Christmas Santa" written by Jill Benson (Story starts around 00:05:30)
Produced & scored by: David Cummings
Cast: Narrator - Peter Lewis, Police Officer - Erin Lillis, Uncle Mark - Graham Rowat
"Old Nick" written by Charlie Davenport (Story starts around 00:42:30)
Produced by: Jesse Cornett
Cast: Pete - Jeff Clement, Grandpa - Graham Rowat, Old Nick - David Cummings, Grandma - Erin Lillis, Mom - Mary Murphy
"Tomte" written by Marcus Damanda (Story starts...2024-12-292h 04
Bottle RocketEpisodio 96: Squid Game (by David Fincher), Scary Movie, Tomb Raider, Star Wars, Game of Thrones, Jack Ryan, Queer, Cliffhanger, JFK, KeiraNews della settimana: sono usciti i trailer di Queer (Luca Guadagnino), dell'horror indipendente Presence (Steven Sorderbergh), della serie Star Wars Skeleton Crew, della miniserie Black Doves, dello show Landman e di Modi, il biopic su Amedeo Modigliani con Riccardo Scamarcio diretto da Johnny Depp; e proprio la star americana sarà il protagonista, insieme a Penelope Cruz, di Day Drinker, la sua prima produzione hollywoodiana dopo diversi anni; il film sull'omicidio di John F. Kennedy cambia cast e punto di vista con Jessica Chastain, Brendan Fraser e Bryan Cranston che affiancheranno il già annunciato Al Pacino; il sequel di Cliffhanger perde Sy...2024-11-0237 min
Bay CuriousProposition 4: Climate-Related Programs BondAs Prop Fest continues we tackle Proposition 4, which asks voters to approve $10 billion in bonds to fund conservation and climate change related programs, including water, fire prevention and the protection of communities and lands. The Bay's Ericka Cruz Guevarra talks with KQED climate reporter Ezra David Romero about what this prop means for you, the voter.Additional Reading:
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Your support makes KQED podcasts possible. You can show...2024-09-2518 min
“54 Days of Roses”- Catholic Rosary NovenaS11 Día 37 - Misterios Gozosos en AgradecimientoHola familia.Bienvenidos de nuevo al día 37 de nuestra Novena del Rosario de 54 días. Soy su host Maritza Mendez, gracias por unirse a nosotros en oración y una cálida bienvenida a todos los que se unen a nosotros por primera vez.Hoy reflexionamos sobre la importancia de la Cruz en nuestras vidas. La Fiesta de la Exaltación de la Santa Cruz celebra el triunfo de la Cruz como símbolo de victoria y redención. Es un recordatorio de que, a través del sacrificio de Cristo en la Cruz, somos salvados...2024-09-1437 min
Indie Film Hustle® - A Filmmaking PodcastBONUS EPISODE: LOSS MY MIND WRITING the INSANE DEADPOOL, LOGAN & The X-MEN with Oscar® Nominee Simon KinbergToday on the show we have Oscar® and two-time Emmy® Nominee Simon Kinberg.He has established himself as one of Hollywood’s most prolific filmmakers, having written and produced projects for some of the most successful franchises in the modern era. His films have earned more than seven billion dollars worldwide. Kinberg graduated from Brown University and received his MFA from Columbia University Film School, where his thesis project was the original script, “Mr and Mrs Smith.” The film was released in 2005, starring Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie.Upcoming, Kinberg will premiere his action spy film “...2024-08-2633 min
Somos CancionesMúsica, cámara y acción - Simón BrandMúsica, Cámara y acción – Simón BrandSomos Canciones es una producción de https://www.milpalabras.com.coPlaylist de algunos artistas y canciones que se mencionan en este episodiohttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/6BUOUCims92iabyZ642KtL?si=5afa424575264b9cConduce: Santiago RíosMTV (Music Television) se lanzó el 1 de agosto de 1981 con el videoclip de "Video Killed the Radio Star" de The Buggles, marcando un antes y un después en la industria de la música y la cultura popular...2024-06-281h 04
The NoSleep PodcastS20: NoSleep Podcast Waiting for Season 21 - Part 1We’re taking the month of April to get ready for Season 21. We have two tales from Season 20’s Premium episodes to keep you sleepless.
“Monsters in the Shadows” written by H. Alt (Story starts around 00:01:40)
Produced by: Jeff Clement
Cast: Narrator – Sarah Thomas, Darren – Reagen Tacker, Roce – Nikolle Doolin, David – Kyle Akers, Adeline – Jessica McEvoy, Greg – Jeff Clement, Lance – Peter Lewis, Fatima – Linsay Rousseau, Sean – Elie Hirshman, Quentin – David Cummings, and featuring – Ella Boone as Rosey
“Eye Blood” written by Marcus Damanda (Story starts around 00:26:20)
Produced by: Jesse Cornett
Cast: Leo – Mike DelGaudio, Dad – Jesse Cornett...2024-04-071h 19
Seeing Them LiveS02E02 - George Michael Sings to JessicaIn this episode of "Seeing Them Live," host Charles introduces Jessica Catena, creator of the Music Notes with Jess podcast, a weekly show focused on the latest trends in the music industry. With over 200 episodes covering diverse topics and genres, Jessica shares her unique perspectives on live music, drawing from her experiences attending numerous concerts and her passion for singing at church. Charles highlights an episode where Jessica discusses her first concert experience, featuring George Michael at Madison Square Garden in 2008, emphasizing her deep admiration for the artist and the emotional connection she felt during the performance....2024-03-2438 min
CMMCMM #516 - David Bowie: Let's DanceEpisódio originalmente publicado em 17/05/2021.
No 516º episódio do Podcast mais Rock’n Roll da internets Rômulo Konzen, Daniel Iserhard e Patricia Giovanetti batem papo sobre o disco Let's Dance do David Bowie.
Trilha sonora do podcast (na ordem):
*David Bowie - Let's Dance
*David Bowie - Modern Love
*David Bowie - Cat People (Putting Out Fire)
*David Bowie - Let's Dance
*David Bowie - China Girl
*David Bowie - Modern Love
*David Bo...2024-01-201h 25
CMMCMM #505 - Batalha de Músicas AlegresEpisódio originalmente publicado em 01/03/2021.
No 505º episódio do Podcast mais Rock’n Roll da internets Rômulo Konzen, Daniel Iserhard e Patricia Giovanetti batem papo para eleger a música mais alegre do rock.
Trilha sonora do podcast (na ordem):
*AC/DC - You Shook Me All Night Long
*Gogol Bordello - Super Taranta!
*Motley Crüe - Kickstart My Heart
*The Beatles - Twist And Shout
*Ramones - Surfin's Bird
*Queen - Don't Stop Me No...2024-01-201h 09
CMMCMM #478 - Indicando Bandas Novas 4Episódio originalmente publicado em 04/09/2020.
No 478º episódio do Podcast mais Rock’n Roll da internets Rômulo Konzen, Daniel Iserhard, Leandro Preira, Marcel Pfütz e Gustavo Chagas batem papo para indicar bandas novas.
Trilha sonora do podcast (na ordem):
*Enforcer - Mesmerized By Fire
*Cleopatrick - Daphne Did It
*Molho Negro - Souza Cruz
*The Claypool Lennon Delirium - Cricket And The Genie
*Violet Soda - Charlie
*Sit Down In Front - Rain
*Br...2024-01-181h 37
CMMCMM #460 - Os Cascavelletes (Part. Nei Van Soria)Episódio originalmente publicado em 03/05/2020.
No 460º episódio do Podcast mais Rock’n Roll da internets Rômulo Konzen, Daniel Iserhard, e Nei Van Soria (Os Cascavelletes) batem papo sobre a carreira do Os Cascavelletes.
Trilha sonora do podcast (na ordem):
*Os Cascavelletes - Jessica Rose
*Os Cascavelletes - Nega Bombom
*Os Cascavelletes - Moto
*Os Cascavelletes - Estou Amando Uma Mulher
*Os Cascavelletes - O Dotadão Deve Morrer
*Os Cascavelletes - Gato Preto
*Os...2024-01-181h 04
The David Pakman Show12/27/23: Biden orders airstrikes, Trump targets Obamacare again-- On the Show: -- Brittany Page, host of Page Perspective and co-host of the I Doubt It podcast, fills in for David -- After US troops are wounded in an attack, Joe Biden directs airstrikes against Iranian-backed groups -- Donald Trump promises to replace Obamacare with his own healthcare "alternative" but Republicans say it's not a priority -- Ted Cruz goes on Fox News to rant about "biased media" like CNN and promote his podcast -- Minimum-wage workers in 22 states will be getting raises on January 1st 2023-12-271h 01
Why So Sidious? A Nerd PodcastNovice Nerd: Green Lantern Mythos & HistoryNot just the Green Lanterns but all rings! They've got a tumultuous history full of epic stories and adventure. So get caught up on their background to prepare yourself for James Gunn's DCUIntro/7 colors2:45 Guardians of the Universe4:40 Significant lantern characters in order of first appearance6:20 Parallax and the fall of Hal Jordan7:45 Era of the modern lanterns. Red Lantern Attrocitus, Blue Lantern Saint Walker, and Orange Lantern Larfleeze 10:30 Blackest Night/Brightest Day, Simon Baz and Jessica Cruz13:15 Rami, the phantom lantern, and the first lantern volthoom14:30 Yellow and...2023-09-1518 min
Front RowComposer György Ligeti, L'immensità starring Penelope Cruz, La Cage Aux FollesGyörgy Ligeti: on the 100th anniversary of his birth, we celebrate the Hungarian-Austrian composer and the 2023 Proms performances of his work - music which was famously used by filmmaker Stanley Kubrick in The Shining and A Space Odyssey. Pianist Danny Driver, and music critic, author and librettist Jessica Duchen join Tom to discuss.Plus we review La Cage Aux Folles - the musical story of a gay couple running a drag nightclub, and new Italian film L'immensita, starring Penelope Cruz - about a young girl in 70s Rome who yearns to be a boy, Our reviewers a...2023-08-1042 min
Move it Mama - The Sparkle PodKristie Amadio - eating disorder recoveryThis chat comes with a trigger warning as we take a deep dive into eating disorders and eating disorder recovery.
Today we're excited to introduce our guest, Kristie Amadio, an eating disorder survivor and now Founder and CEO of Recovered Living, a Christchurch based not-for-profit residential facility for eating disorder recovery. A year or so ago we were introduced to Kristie’s Ted Talk where she pulled out some quite outrageous facts about eating disorders and how hard it can be to get help.
In today's episode we hear a bit about Kristie's story - about living with an eating di...2023-07-051h 00
The Confused BreakfastOut Cold (2001)Bull Mountain, Don’t Go Changin!! On this week’s episode, we strap on the snowboards, cue up Island in the Sun and hang out with an all-star cast of actors before their prime. Why is Rick trying to ruin an engagement? Did Anna tell her fiance about Rick? Why doesn’t David Koechner have more screen time? We tackle all these questions and more as we dive into a full review of Out Cold.•0:00:00 - Introductions•0:04:15 - Memories of first viewing•0:09:30 - Pertinent movie details •0:13:15 - Critical and fan reviews•0:27:00 - Scene...2023-01-251h 40
Learning Bayesian StatisticsA Guide to Plotting Inferences & Uncertainties of Bayesian Models, with Jessica HullmanProudly sponsored by PyMC Labs, the Bayesian Consultancy. Book a call, or get in touch!I’m guessing you already tried to communicate the results of a statistical model to non-stats people — it’s hard, right? I’ll be honest: sometimes, I even prefer to take notes during meetings than doing that… But shhh, that’s out secret.But all of this was before. Before I talked with Jessica Hullman. Jessica is the Ginny Rometty associate professor of computer science at Northwestern University.Her work revolves around how to design interfaces to help people draw...2022-12-231h 00Learning Bayesian StatisticsA Guide to Plotting Inferences & Uncertainties of Bayesian Models, with Jessica HullmanProudly sponsored by PyMC Labs, the Bayesian Consultancy. Book a call, or get in touch!I’m guessing you already tried to communicate the results of a statistical model to non-stats people — it’s hard, right? I’ll be honest: sometimes, I even prefer to take notes during meetings than doing that… But shhh, that’s out secret.But all of this was before. Before I talked with Jessica Hullman. Jessica is the Ginny Rometty associate professor of computer science at Northwestern University.Her work revolves around how to design interfaces to help people draw...2022-12-231h 00
The Confused BreakfastThe Lost Boys (1987)People are strange in Santa Carla. Apparently more that usual. Makes sense for the murder capital of the world. The Lost Boys shows us that under the weird clothes, rich, poor, big, or small. We all taste the same to Vampires. So call your husky, don’t invite anyone in to your house and do a weapons check. Oh and if your brother is sleeping in, staying up late, becoming interested in girls and spills milk in the kitchen he’s probably a vampire so you better kill him. •0:00:00 - Introductions•0:02:45 - Memories of first viewing2022-10-121h 48
The Confused BreakfastRoad House (1989)Fire up the Monster Truck and grab your medical records. We’re headed to Cedar Ridge Distillery for our first ever live show featuring Road House! It’s time for a Swayze fueled fun time with broken glass, boobs, and blues. Is Wesley really the bad guy? Is there a national bouncer union circuit? Does pain actually hurt? Look, just follow the three simple rules of Dalton, crank up the Jeff Healy and kick off your boot knife boots. It’s time for Road House LIVE!•0:00:00 - Introductions•0:03:30 - Memories of first viewing•0:08:15. - Pertinent mo...2022-10-051h 44
The Confused BreakfastFast Times at Ridgemont High (1982) w/Raiders of the Lost PodcastAll we need are some tasty waves and some cool BUDZ and we’re fine! It’s the cross over you’ve all been waiting for! We are joined by our friends and hosts of Raider of the Lost Podcast, James and Anthony Deveney. We’ve joined forces to cover one of the essential high school hangout flicks of the century, Fast Times at Ridgement High. Was the Mall as cool as they made it seem? Did sex rule all motivation in high school? Will Anthony ever finally lose his virginity? Look, We’re seniors now. We’re single, successful gu...2022-09-281h 24
The Confused BreakfastON-TRIAL: BioDome (1996)Some movies are just so bad that they may not even deserve to get a full episode review devoted to them. Mike thinks BioDome is a great movie and worthy of it's own episode. Can he convince Sean and AJ? Check out our new series called ON-TRIAL!•0:00:00- Introductions•0:03:00- Sean/AJ hate this movie•0:08:30- How This Works•0:11:30- Mike’s Defense•0:23:00- Jury deliberation——————————————————————**Get Free Shipping, returns and exchanges from Felix Gray Glasses. http://felixgrayglasses.com/confused——————————————————————**Cedar Ridge Distillery- Go check out our sponsor and order some whiskey. http://cedarridgewhiskey.com—————...2022-09-2646 min
The Confused BreakfastAce Ventura: Pet Detective (1994)
Alllllrighty theeen! Ace Ventura helped launch the career of rubber faced Jim Carrey. It also sparked a controversial controversial conversation many years later. So grab your isotoners, put the laces out, and let’s save some animals! Ace Ventura is about to make a splash in the confused breakfast podcast, so do NOT go in there!!•0:00:00 - Introductions•0:03:30 - Memories of first viewing•0:09:30 - Pertinent movie details •0:14:00 - Critical and fan reviews•0:23:30 - Scene by scene breakdown •1:25:00 - Modern day ratings——————————————————————**Get Free Shipping, returns and exchanges from Felix Gray Glasses. ...2022-09-211h 35
The Confused BreakfastRaising Arizona (1987)
Parenthood may seem like fun and games till some one kidnaps an infant and houses a couple of fugitive friends. Raising Arizona brings us a not so grounded tale of love, and how far we’re willing to go back for it. Don’t miss your turn, grab the Huggies and whatever’s in the cash register. Crime of passion is not the same as a passion of crime. •0:00:00 - Introductions•0:02:30 - Memories of first viewing•0:07:30 - Pertinent movie details •0:10:30 - Critical and fan reviews•0:17:00 - Scene by scene breakdown •1...2022-09-141h 33
The Confused BreakfastAustin Powers: International Man of Mystery (1997)
YEAH, baby, YEAH! Shall we pod now or pod later? Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery offers up a groovy take on the classic spy flick and turns it on its head(with frickin’ laser beams). As long as people are still having promiscuous sex with many anonymous partners while at the same time experimenting with mind-expanding drugs in a consequence-free environment, We’ll be sound as a pound! It’s our podcast, baby and it freaks us out!•0:00:00 - Introductions•0:04:30 - Memories of first viewing•0:10:00 - Pertinent movie details •0:14:00 - Critical and fan...2022-09-071h 43
The Confused BreakfastAmerican Pie (1999)
We all remember high school right? Whether we want to or not. This week we are bring it all back with American Pie. The school work, the pressure, the parties. At least we’ve got our buds to make unreasonable sex pacts with and share the most embarrassing things that have ever happened to us. So find your sensitive side, grab your secret sex bible, and by all means avoid the apple pie and pale ale. •0:00:00 - Introductions•0:04:30 - Memories of first viewing•0:09:00 - Pertinent movie details •0:13:45 - Critical and fan reviews•...2022-08-311h 49
The Confused BreakfastWilly Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971)
We’ve got a golden ticket. And we’re capping off our Summer of Seventies with a world of pure imagination. Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory takes us on a colorful ride that shows us just how chocolate it takes to rouse the living dead and apparently kill the newly living. Are kids the worst? Are old people the worst? Is wonka actually a serial killer?are there only male Oompa Loompas? Summer of Seventies just got a whole lot Wilder!•0:00:00 - Introductions•0:03:00 - Memories of first viewing•0:09:00 - Pertinent movie details •0:15:00...2022-08-241h 45
Off Screen DeathParallel Mothers (Dave's #1 Movie of 2021)"Alas, it is Almodovar in my least favorite mode: As the man who crafts soap-operatic excuses for actresses like Cruz to weep at length."
Dennis Harvey of 48 Hills, like many critics in history, gets it absolutely wrong. Yes, we agree that there are soap opera dynamics at play here, but in our (MUCH BETTER) opinion, Cruz acts admirably and downright calm, as opposed to “weeping at length.
“Parallel Mothers is a movie of infinite tenderness, that rare ode to motherhood that acknowledges mothers as women first and mothers second.”
Stephanie Zacharek of TIME magazi...2022-05-2328 min
Church and State RIZambarano Hospital, the State of the State Addresses, and is Jessica running for Congress?Today we discuss the State of the State addresses, an ambitious plan to rebuild Zambarano Hospital, and discuss whether or not Jessica will run for Rhode Island’s 2nd Congressional District.2022-01-2229 min
Bulletproof Screenwriting™ PodcastBPS 166: Inside X-Men, Deadpool, Logan & The 355 with Oscar® Nominee Simon KinbergToday on the show we have Oscar® and two-time Emmy® Nominee Simon Kinberg. He has established himself as one of Hollywood’s most prolific filmmakers, having written and produced projects for some of the most successful franchises in the modern era. His films have earned more than seven billion dollars worldwide. Kinberg graduated from Brown University and received his MFA from Columbia University Film School, where his thesis project was the original script, “Mr and Mrs Smith.” The film was released in 2005, starring Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie. Upcoming, Kinberg will premiere his action spy film “The 35...2022-01-1935 min
Church and State RIDOH Dr. Alexander-Scott ResignsToday we look at the state of the Department of Health in RI. Jessica highlights “inconsistencies” from the Department of Health and discusses Dr. Nicole Alexander-Scott's resignation.2022-01-1524 min
Church and State RIRhode Island Uses Covid-Positive Healthcare Workers After Firing Unvaccinated StaffRhode Island made national news this week after allowing COVID-Positive healthcare workers in hospitals and nursing homes after firing unvaccinated staff. Why would the administration adopt suc,h a policy and is it only going to make the crisis worse? We talk about that and more in this week’s episode.2022-01-0824 minIndie Film Hustle® - A Filmmaking PodcastIFH 543: Inside X-Men, Deadpool, Logan & The 355 with Oscar® Nominee Simon KinbergToday on the show we have Oscar® and two-time Emmy® Nominee Simon Kinberg. He has established himself as one of Hollywood’s most prolific filmmakers, having written and produced projects for some of the most successful franchises in the modern era. His films have earned more than seven billion dollars worldwide. Kinberg graduated from Brown University and received his MFA from Columbia University Film School, where his thesis project was the original script, “Mr and Mrs Smith.” The film was released in 2005, starring Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie. Upcoming, Kinberg will premiere his action spy film “The 35...2022-01-0735 min
The Backstage Experience#57 - The 355: Backstage with Jessica Chastain, Sebastian Stan, and Penelope CruzThe cast of The 355 joins The Backstage Experience!Dave & David go backstage with Jessica Chastain and the cast of the new female-centered spy thriller to discuss female action films, stunt choreography during COVID19, Penelope Cruz & her children's fear of her movies, and more!The 355 is in theaters on January 7th!*Featured in the episode*Sebastian Stan (06:15)Penelope Cruz (11:30)Jessica Chastain (19:05)2022-01-0623 min
Church and State RIPredictions for 2022Today we want to wish everyone a very happy new year! Episode 47 ends the year by making some 2022 predictions for Rhode Island and beyond.2022-01-0122 min
Church and State RIDo you still trust the Rhode Island Department of Health?This week’s episode discusses Rhode Island’s Department of Health and why they have lost the trust of so many RIers. We question the cause of the healthcare crisis and how it could be lessened quickly. David gives an update on Clergy United and how faith leaders are responding to the mask/vaccine mandate on houses of worship.2021-12-2629 min
Church and State RIRhode Island’s Response to The Indoor Mask MandateThis week’s episode responds to the Governor’s Indoor Mask Mandate. What are the fines? Are they lawful? And will you comply?2021-12-1827 min
Church and State RIIs an Indoor Mask Mandate Coming?Governor Dan McKee announced last week that RI has 6 weeks to get covid under control. Otherwise, he made it clear that all options are back on the table, including an indoor mask mandate.2021-12-1126 min
Church and State RIVaccine passports, redistricting, and the local media.For episode 43, we discuss the Governor's proposed vaccine passport and update you on the redistricting process. Jessica shares her thoughts on last week's fiery radio interview and we both give our thoughts on the Providence Journal's front page article of our podcast.2021-12-0428 min
Church and State RIThree Young Leaders share what they're thankful for and their favorite Bible verses.Today’s episode is a “little” lighter in content and features our first guests: three young rising stars and future leaders who share their thoughts on 2021.2021-11-2706 min
The Hot ButtonTHB #34: 19 Weeks To Oscar, The Pause That RefreshesWe are in full Oscar hysteria at this point. And yet… we are also in a brief lull. The final 2 entries, West Side Story and Nightmare Alley, are locked into their rockets and the countdowns have begun. And we still have a pretty blury season.A month ago, I wrote:From the festivals… likely in the 10 Best Picture Oscar nominees.1. King Richard2. Belfast 3. The Power of the Dog And chasing… Spencer, The Tragedy of Macbeth, Cyrano, and Dune.And still to be shown… in the next 5 weeks…Best Chances… West Side St...2021-11-2010 min
Church and State RIRoger Williams and Rhode Island’s Indigenous PeopleToday’s episode highlights the Smithsonian Magazine’s Lyn Garrity’s interview of John M. Barry, a biographer of Roger Williams. Garrity’s article provides a fascinating account of Rhode Island’s founding father and his relationship with the Native Americans. https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/john-m-barry-on-roger-williams-and-the-indians-9322792/2021-11-1923 min
Church and State RIThe Religion of WokenessIn today's episode, we’ll be talking about the religion of wokeness. We’ll identify its original sins, angels, and demons and, of course, (insert sarcasm here) how you can purify yourself through certain rituals and confessions.2021-11-1830 min
Church and State RIWho will decide the next election?Parents may be the swing vote that shaped the 2021 elections last week in VA and NJ and the same force that will shape the 2022 election here in RI. Sign up for updates on Legislation affecting parents at www.jessicaforri.com2021-11-0627 min
The Hot ButtonTHB #23: 21 Weeks To Oscar & The Final 5We’re getting down to it. There are just 5 awards-consequential movies left to be seen, rolling out fast now. Being the Ricardos, Don’t Look Up, Licorice Pizza, Nightmare Alley, West Side StoryAmazon, Netflix, MGM, Disney/Searchlight, Disney/FoxThe problem is, 2 or 3 of those 5 could end up with giant footprints in the Oscar season. The other problem is, no one really knows which ones those are. Wait. There are more problems. Getting to 10 Best Picture nominees feels like it will be work this year. There are a lot...2021-11-0509 min
Church and State RIHow would you spend $1.1 Billion?RI has been given $1.1 billion in federal money from the “American Rescue Plan.” The question is how will it be spent and who will decide? Let us know how you’d like to see RI spend its $1.1 billion by signing up for her updates and adding your thoughts to the form: www.jessicaforri.com. If you’d like to participate in the Governor’s listening tour, you can join him and his staff at one of the local meetings across the state this week. Input sessions will be held at 5 p.m. on the following dates: - Tuesday, November 2 at the Commun...2021-10-3024 min
Church and State RIWhat's in McKee's eight year plan?Governor Dan McKee recently released a working document that would chart a course for the ocean state. What’s in it and does it address Rhode Island’s systemic problems?2021-10-2326 min
Church and State RIA Bad Week for the Governor and His Plan to Vaccinate ChildrenIn this week's episode, David and Jessica discuss Governor McKee's bad week. His administration is now being investigated by the Attorney General along with the state police. Even Democrats since our lining up to challenge him in a gubernatorial primary. We also discuss the governor's controversial plan to vaccinate children.2021-10-1624 min
Church and State RIChild Vaccines, School Committee Shenanigans, and Clergy UnitedIn episode 35, we discuss news that’s not in the news, but things every Rhode Islander should be aware of. We highlight some heroes that you should be watching and some movements that are starting to form.2021-10-0929 min
Church and State RIReport from the Freedom Rally at the Rhode Island State HouseIn Episode 34, we share our experiences from the Freedom Rally at the RI State House on Oct 1st. This was the same day that thousands of healthcare workers across the state had been fired for refusing to be vaccinated, many of them for sincerely held religious beliefs. We also discussed the federal court case that is being appealed, the political ramifications of so many apolitical people being marginalized, and the growing group of pastors from across RI who are organizing to protest the governor’s heavy-handed mandates.2021-10-0230 min
Church and State RIMandates, Healthcare Rationing, and Religious ExemptionsIn this week’s episode David and Jessica discuss the vaccine mandate that is worsening RI’s healthcare system. David provides a summary of some of the religious objections.2021-09-2518 min
Church and State RIIs Rhode Island 2 weeks away from a self-inflicted healthcare crisis?Rhode Island is currently facing a shortage in healthcare workers that will only be worsened in two weeks. October 1st is the date in which hundreds, perhaps thousands, of healthcare workers will be forced to take a leave of absence, resign, or even be fired for not complying with the Covid-19 vaccination mandate. How bad could it get and what are the industry insiders saying? We discuss it in today’s episode of RI’s Church and State.2021-09-1817 min
Church and State RIMandates, Petitions, and Ending RI’s State of EmergencyIt’s day 551 of RI’s State of Emergency. Today, Jessica explains how the SOE opened the door for the mandates that run counter to state law. We also share stories not being covered by local media of frontline workers and others who are organizing to oppose these mandates.2021-09-1125 min
Church and State RIWas there an attempted insurrection in RI this week?This week, a Providence Journal reporter wrote a headline suggesting that healthcare workers attempted to storm Rhode Island’s state capitol. But did that happen, and has the RI capitol building ever been overrun by protestors?2021-09-0423 min
Church and State RIDay 536 of RI’s State of EmergencyRI has been in a perpetual state of emergency since March 9th 2020. This episode examines where RI is at when compared to other states and whether or not there is any end in sight for the “new normal.”2021-08-2819 min
The Bliss Seekers PodcastEpisode 51 - David Igbokwe a Nigerian born entrepreneur, artist, activist & founder of Sound Halla!In this Episode we sit down with David Igbokwe. He's was born & raised in Nigeria and educated in the U.K. and United States where he graduated from California State University Monterey Bay. He's the founder of Sound Halla (http://www.soundhalla.com/) which is a platform to help up and coming artists get their careers launched. Sound Halla already has reached over 500.000 downloads and offers Radio & TV airplays, music licensing, brand building, digital distribution and much more. After producing music for over 20 years and producing 5 albums under his stage name "Delos Edira" he found his purpose as an...2021-08-2339 min
Church and State RIRI Governor Dan McKee's New State of EmergencyToday, we talk about RI’s latest Declaration of Emergency that was declared by our new governor. Jessica explains why it was passed but also why she is working to oppose it. If you’d like to sign it, visit www.JessicaforRI.com/Petition2021-08-2124 min
Pro Politics with Zac McCraryAnalyst Jessica Taylor on 2022 Senate Races & Making History at The Almanac of American PoliticsSend us a textJessica Taylor is the Senate Editor for the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter and recently made history as the first woman to be a Senior Author for the Almanac of American Politics. Jessica talks her small-town Tennessee roots, her path to political journalism, her early thoughts on the 2022 Senate map, and a deep-dive into both the history of The Almanac and her ground-breaking role at that hallowed institution.IN THIS EPISODE…Jessica traces her interest in political journalism to both her mother and father…How...2021-08-1740 min