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Based in FactEpisode 2 - State of Delaware v. Thomas Joseph Capano, Part 1: A Wolf in Sheep's ClothingIn Episode 2, State of Delaware v. Thomas J. Capano, Part 1, Lisa and Kyle looked at the case against Thomas Joseph Capano. On June 27, 1996, Anne Marie Fahey, the scheduling secretary for Delware Governor Thomas Carper, went to dinner with Thomas J. Capano, a local attorney and the son of a prominent real estate developer in Wilmington, DE. The last time anyone saw Annie alive was at the restaurant in Philadelphia. After a lengthy joint state and federal investigation, in 1997, Capano’s brother, Gerry, admitted that he’d helped his brother dump Annie’s body in the Atlantic Ocean. In Part 1, Lisa a...
2026-02-112h 07
A Woman’s Heart with Lisa GrangerHeather O'Brien: Transform Your Heart With The Simple Act Of Putting God FirstIn this episode of A Woman’s Heart, we sit down with Heather O’Brien for a powerful conversation about spiritual growth, healing, repentance, and staying moldable in God’s hands.
Heather shares how our hearts can either stay soft and teachable—or become hardened over time—and why daily habits rooted in faith matter more than we realize. Together, we talk about what it truly means to put God first, how seasons of life require different rhythms, and why understanding sin is essential to real repentance and freedom.
This episode is an invitation to examine what’s filling yo...
2026-02-0334 min
Based in FactEpisode 1 - The Stories That Ended The YearBased in Fact: A True Crime Podcast is back for Season 5. In Episode 1: The Stories That Ended The Year, Kyle and Lisa discussed U.S. events during their hiatus, including the assassination of Charlie Kirk, the immigration actions and chaos in Minneapolis and the shooting of Renee Good. They also talked about the notable people we lost in 2025. Enjoy!
2026-01-221h 17
Women Around a Table Eating Food (WTF): Unfiltered talk about this curious midlife. And food.WTF #2-Lisa Maximus Redefines StrengthWhat does “strength” really mean? What does it mean to you, Dear Listener? In this loaded and varied conversation, world record-holding powerlifter and coach Lisa Maximus blows up the old-school rules—about women, weights, and what’s possible—one rep at a time. She gets truthy about the emotional side of fitness, why everyone (especially women) should be training for longevity, not looks, and how our so-called “self-governor” is a bold-faced liar. (Plus, she shares her go-to supplements, her go-to mental-toughness tome, and why she believes lifting heavy benefits everyone…not just the “fitspo” crowd).Come for straight talk; stay...
2025-10-161h 59
Based in FactEpisode 7 - Florida v. Ashley Britt McArthur: Greed, Arrogance and A Killer Without a ConscienceIn Episode 7, State of Florida v. Ashley McArthur, Kyle and Lisa looked at the case against Ashley Britt McArthur, a former crime scene investigator, who was convicted in 2019 of the September 8, 2017 murder of her friend, Taylor Wright, a private investigator and former police officer. Taylor was involved in a contentious divorce and mistakenly trusted McArthur to hold money Taylor withdrew from a joint account. Unfortunately for Taylor, McArthur spent Taylor’s money the moment she got it. Then, McArthur decided to kill Taylor to cover up the theft. We’ll talk about Taylor’s disappearance, McArthur’s thefts from Taylor and o...
2025-07-021h 28
The Rich Nonprofit19. Instagram Strategy for Busy Moms with Sydney O'BrienIn this conversation with Instagram strategist Sydney O'Brien, Lisa explores how mompreneurs can use Instagram effectively without the pressure of constant posting or perfect content. Sydney shares practical strategies for connection, lead generation, and creating authentic content that works with the beautiful chaos of mom life.If you've ever felt overwhelmed by Instagram or wondered how to balance social media with family demands, this episode offers insights on using Instagram as a tool for genuine connection rather than just another item on your endless to-do list.In this episode, you will learn:Why Instagram...
2025-06-1717 min
Based in FactEpisode 5 - TX v Yolanda Saldivar: The Murder of Selena Quintanilla-PerezIn Episode 5, State of Texas v. Yolanda Saldivar, Lisa and Kyle talked about the 1995 murder of Selena Quintanilla-Perez, an American singer-songwriter who was known as the “Queen of Tejano Music.” By the age of 23, Selena had broken barriers in the Tejano music industry, which until then, had been dominated by men (even in the minds of the audiences). In 1994, she won a Grammy Award and launched what would become a multi-million dollar fashion business. In early 1995, she was about to make her crossover debut as a solo pop artist in the English-language market. In February, 1995, she performed at a reco...
2025-06-132h 12
Based in FactEpisode 6 - FL v. Dorice "Dee Dee" Moore: Fast Talk, Melodrama and Bad DecisionsIn Episode 6, Lisa and Kyle looked at the murder of Abraham Lee Shakespeare, a Florida lottery winner. In November, 2009, he was reported missing by his family, who hadn't seen, or heard from since early April, 2009. In October, 2008, Dee Dee Moore inserted herself into Abraham’s life, claiming she wanted to help him. By early 2009, it was obvious that her true intent was to help herself to all of Abraham's remaining assets. When the police investigation began, Moore’s attempts to cover up the murder led police to a home owned by Moore’s boyfriend, where they found Abraham’s body bur...
2025-06-132h 55
Based in FactEpisode 3 - Updates (Glossip, Hanson, etc.)In Episode 3, Updates, Lisa and Kyle talked about the developments in cases covered in Seasons 1 through 3, including Oklahoma v. Richard Glossip, Oklahoma v. John Fitzgerald Hanson, Maryland v. Adnan Syed, Arkansas v. Echols, Baldwin and Miskelley, Texas v. Rodney Reed and Texas v. Melissa Lucio. Then, they looked at the proposed schedule for Season 4 and the some of the episodes they've planned.
2025-06-112h 02
Based in FactEpisode 4 - OK v Glossip: The Supreme Court Ignores the Van Treese Family's Plea for JusticeIn Episode 4, Lisa and Kyle talked about the recent U.S. Supreme Court decision vacating Glossip's conviction and remanding his case for a new trial in state court. In addition to talking about the evidence of Glossip's guilt that has been ignored by the media and his advocates over the years, they discussed the impact of the decision on the Van Treese family.
2025-06-111h 35
Working MummaNavigating the Mum Juggle in the Country: How Lisa Balances Work, Kids & Farm LifeYou think the school drop-off is tough in the city? Try doing it with two kids, 170 acres of farmland, no running water from mains, and a 90-minute commute to work.
I chat with Lisa Judson, a working mum of two living in regional Western Australia. Lisa shares what life is really like juggling career, motherhood, and a farm, all without access to city conveniences like town water, rubbish collection, or nearby daycare. As Lisa comments "my parents are only an hour away" - a relative short distance for the country.
Lisa is so well organised, bu...
2025-06-1056 min
Based in FactEpisode 2 - Tribute to Robb ChadwickIn Episode 2, Roundup True Crime with Mike, Robert Glass and Jessica joined Lisa and Kyle to pay tribute to Robb Chadwick, a journalist with a life-long interest in the truth of true crime and fairness for victims. After his retirement, Robb researched and wrote about a number of cases, including the murders of Steve Branch, Chris Byers and Michael Moore in West Memphis, Arkansas and the Murder of Hae Minh Lee. Robb was a good friend to this podcast and others and his knowledge of the cases was impressive. He will be greatly missed. RIP, Robb Chadwick
2025-06-101h 11
Based in FactEpisode 1 - State of Florida v. James Milton Dailey, Part 2: 40 Years of Gaming the SystemWelcome to Season 4 of Based in Fact: A True Crime Podcast. We’re your hosts, Lisa O’Brien and Kyle Evans and this is Episode 1, State of Florida v. James Milton Dailey, Part 2. Guest co-host Rick Mullenax joins us to wrap up our look at the case against James Milton Dailey, who was convicted and sentenced to death for the May 5, 1985 murder of teenager Shelly Elizabeth Boggio. We’ll pick up where we left off in Part 1 with a look at Dailey’s renewed federal habeas efforts and four Motions to Vacate his conviction and sentence pursued in state court...
2025-06-102h 48
Based in FactEpisode 17 - State of Florida v. James Milton Dailey, Part 1: Justice Delayed Too LongIn Episode 17, State of Florida v. James Milton Dailey, Part 1. Lisa and Kyle are joined by guest co-host Rick Mullenax of Burn After Reading, the YouTube channel that started with a deep dive into the West Memphis Three case and expanded to shine a light on aspects of the shady social media coverage of true crime, including the disappearance of Maura Murray and the murders of Libby German and Abby Williams by Richard Allen in Delphi, Indiana. We talked about the case against James Milton Dailey, who was convicted and sentenced to death for the May 5, 1985 murder of teenager...
2025-06-081h 59Working MummaDon’t Know What to Wear Anymore? Style Tips for Working Mums with Personal Stylist Lisa StockmanReturning to work after maternity leave is a huge transition, physically and emotionally.
Your body has changed, your lifestyle has shifted, and your wardrobe? It probably doesn’t reflect the confident, capable woman you are becoming. In this episode, Carina chats with personal stylist Lisa Stockman about how clothes can influence your confidence, how to rebuild your wardrobe without breaking the bank, and the mindset shift mums need when rediscovering their personal style. Packed with actionable tips, this episode is your style pep talk for your next chapter to help you feel confident and capable in the cl...
2025-05-1236 min
The Red Rabbit HoleEpisode 11 - Jenny O'Brien's Guernsey nurses' secrets in WW2This week, Irish author Jenny O’Brien joins your regular hosts Nicky and Lisa to talk about her research rabbit holes for her thrillers and historical books. There’s Weird Warrens that twist around Guernsey’s World War 2 efforts, and how nurses helped their patients’ health, and saved their lives from Nazis.Nicky tries to get Jenny to plot a perfect murder with her nursing skills, spoiler alert, she sticks to her moral guns – good for you Jenny! Find Jenny here: https://www.jennyobrienauthor.com/ Don't get left behind...
2025-03-2932 min
The Soap Box PodcastHow to live your company values when the rubber hits the road, with Lisa-Maree BlumenfeldWhat happens to your values as leaders and business owners when the rubber really hits the road?In this timely and critical episode, we explore what it truly means for businesses to live their values—not just when things are easy, but when it really counts. Recorded just a week after Donald Trump’s 2025 inauguration, this conversation comes at a pivotal moment as businesses across the U.S. face unprecedented challenges. With new executive orders and shifting workplace dynamics, how can leaders ensure they’re supporting and protecting their teams in meaningful ways?Our guest, Lisa-M...
2025-02-0546 min
Happier At Work: Leadership, Culture, Performance240: Meaningful Work through Simplification with Lisa BodellHow can you effectively manage your time at work to enhance productivity and creativity?In the latest episode of the Happier at Work podcast, I had the pleasure to be joined by Lisa Bodell, an author and pioneer in workplace simplification. Lisa shares strategies on transforming time management into a tool for empowerment, simplifying work processes, and focusing on outputs rather than just time spent. From the concept of "kill a stupid rule" to redefining work-life balance, Lisa offers actionable insights to avoid burnout and foster a more fulfilling work environment.Discover how time management...
2025-01-2448 min
Based in FactEpisode 16 - TX v. Robert Leslie Roberson, III: Ignoring the Facts Doesn't Change ThemIn Episode 16, Representative-elect Mitch Little of Texas House District 65 joined Lisa O'Brien to talk about State of Texas v. Robert Leslie Roberson, III. Since 2016, Roberson's post-conviction attorneys and advocates, who were recently joined by Texas legislators, have engaged in a campaign of disinformation with the courts and the public in which they claim that Roberson’s conviction rests on a diagnosis of Shaken Baby Syndrome/Abusive Head Trauma. Legislators issued a last-minute subpoena commanding Roberson’s appearance before their committee on October 21, 2024 and, with a last minute stay granted by the Texas Supreme Court, they were able to prevent his sen...
2024-12-282h 05
Based in FactEpisode 15 - OK v. Phillip Dean Hancock: A Tale of Two MurdersIn Episode 15, Lisa O’Brien and guest host Jennifer Harmon talked about State of Oklahoma v. Phillip Dean Hancock. Hancock’s November, 2023 execution was preceded by controversy, including claims by their least favorite Oklahoma legislators (one former and one current), who claimed that Hancock was exercising his “God-given right to defend himself,” when he brutally murdered two men, both of whom were unarmed and posed no threat to him. They looked at the 2001 murders of Robert Jett, Jr. and James Lynch, III, the evidence against Hancock, his trial, direct appeals and state and federal post-conviction claims, including an effort to use DNA...
2024-12-283h 00
Based in FactEpisode 13 - TX v. Linda Anita Carty, Part 3: The Lies Never EndIn Episode 13, State of Texas v. Linda Anita Carty. In Part 3, Lisa and Kyle concluded their look at the case against Linda Carty, who remains on Texas Death Row after multiple unsuccessful efforts to win a new trial in state and federal court. They talked about the alternate suspects Carty has blamed for the 2001 kidnapping and murder of new mother Joana Rodriguez, whose body was found in the trunk of a car rented for Carty by her daughter and whose newborn son, Ray, was found, thankfully unharmed, in the back seat of Carty’s daughter’s car. Both cars were at...
2024-12-281h 51
Based in FactEpisode 14 - MD v Adnan Masud Syed, with Robb Chadwick: A Victory for Victims' Rights in MarylandThis episode is dedicated to Robb Chadwick, who passed away in mid-December. Robb was a great friend, a supporter of this podcast and a true Southern gentleman. His insight and knowledge of the facts of many cases, along with his kind and calm debate strategy will be missed by many. RIP, Robb.In Episode 14, State of Maryland v. Adnan Masud Syed, Lisa was joined by Robb Chadwick, a former journalist with a life-long interest in the truth of true crime and fairness for victims. Since his retirement, Robb has researched and written about a number of cases — bu...
2024-12-282h 09
Baking ScrapsDyana O'BrienJoin Lisa & Cristina for an exciting episode of Baking Scraps featuring the fabulous Dyana O’Brien, also known as the Rockabilly Baker! As a finalist on Season 6 of The Great American Baking Show, filmed in the iconic Bake Off tent with judges Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith, Dyana brought her unique flair to the competition—and she’s here to share her journey with us!With her striking retro style, complete with victory rolls and funky vintage outfits, Dyana seamlessly blends her love of baking with her passion for music as a singer in a rockabilly band...
2024-12-111h 38
The Soap Box PodcastAre we ignoring the non-parents? with Lisa KissaneIn today’s episode, I got the chance to geek out with a fellow youth professional, Lisa Kissane. Lisa is a website and sales page copywriter for service-based businesses that are dedicated to doing good for others. With her background as a social worker, we bonded over the importance of having a sense of purpose in our work.Lisa shared her experiences of feeling unrepresented as a woman without children—in literature, community, and even in language. She took us through her inspiring journey of developing a book club for non-mothers and the wider community she’s buildi...
2024-10-0345 min
William Ramsey InvestigatesWhat! Adnan Syed to be Released for a New Trial? WR on the True Crime Report with Roberta Glass, Robb Chadwick, and Lisa O'Brien. (2022)What! Adnan Syed to be Released for a New Trial? WR on the True Crime Report with Roberta Glass, Robb Chadwick, and Lisa O'Brien. (2022)HeRoberta Glass True Crime Report: https://www.youtube.com/user/robertaglass Lisa O'Brien Twitter: @obrienlann Robb Chadwick: @robbchadwick Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/william-ramsey-investigates--1898073/support.
2024-09-0340 min
Based in FactEpisode 12 - TX v. Linda Anita Carty - Part 2: Misleading the PublicIn Episode 12, State of Texas v. Linda Anita Carty, Part 2, Lisa and Kyle continued their look at the case against Carty, who was convicted of capital murder in 2002 for the May, 2001, kidnapping and murder of 20-year old Joana Rodriguez so that Carty could steal Joana’s 4-day old baby. Carty recruited drug dealers/thugs to commit a home invasion, promising them a large cache of drugs and money. Joana’s body was found in the trunk of a car rented for Carty by her daughter and Joana’s newborn son, Ray, was found in the daughter’s car, thankfully unharmed. ...
2024-08-261h 56
Based in FactEpisode 11 - TX v. Linda Anita Carty - Part 1: She's Not a Smooth CriminalIn Episode 11, State of Texas v. Linda Anita Carty, Part 1, Lisa and Kyle looked at the May, 2001, plot hatched by Linda Carty to save her common-law marriage by stealing her neighbor, Joana Rodriguez’s baby. She recruited drug dealers/thugs to commit a home invasion, promising them a large cache of drugs and money. She also made preparations to take the baby from Joana’s womb, or to steal him from a hospital. Carty, a compulsive liar, couldn’t keep her mouth shut and, after Joana and her newborn son were kidnapped, a neighbor who saw Carty at the comple...
2024-08-122h 13
Based in FactEpisode 10 - CA v Phillip Spector: The Ogre in the Castle Kills the BeautyIn Episode 10, State of California v. Phillip Spector, Lisa and Kyle talked about the murder of actress/model Lana Clarkson by music producer Phil Spector. On February 3, 2003, Lana accompanied Spector to his mansion in Alhambra, CA. Spector, who had a history of violence against women, shot and killed Lana at around 5:00 a.m. Later, he claimed that Lana killed herself. When that didn't work, he claimed she accidentally shot herself. They talked about the scandal that was the beginning of the end for Dr. Henry C. Lee, Spector's first trial, his second trial and conviction in April, 2009 and his...
2024-08-121h 57
Based in FactEpisode 9 - The Failure of Bail Reform with Ken W. GoodIn Episode 9, The Failure of Bail Reform. Ken W. Good, a member of the Board of Directors, Professional Bondsmen of Texas joined Lisa and Kyle to discuss the failure of Bail Reform and Zero Bail Policies. Mr. Good holds a Bachelor of Arts from Hardin Simmons University, a Master of Education from Tarleton State University (part of the Texas A&M System). Mr. Good earned his J.D. from Texas Tech School of Law in 1989. He was also a member of the Texas Tech Law Review. Mr. Good has argued cases before the Supreme Court of Texas, the Texas...
2024-08-121h 01
Based in FactEpisode 8 - Florida v. Danny Harold Rolling: Monsters Are RealIn Episode 8, State of Florida v. Danny Harold Rolling, Lisa and Kyle looked at the 1989 and 1990 murders committed by serial killer and Shreveport native Danny Harold Rolling. Over 4 days in August, 1990, Rolling terrorized the college town of Gainesville, Florida, when he murdered Tracy Inez Paules, Sonja Larson, Manuel Taboada, Christa Hoyt and Christina Powell. Rolling was convicted and sentenced to death in 1994 and was executed in 2006. We’ll talk about the evidence linking Rolling to the Gainesville murders, his trial, appeals and execution. First, we’ll look at the murders of the Tom, Julie and Sean Grissom in Shreveport, Loui...
2024-08-121h 56
Based in FactEpisode 7 - Florida v Dippolito - Part 2: Third Time Is The CharmIn Episode 7, State of Florida v. Dalia Dippolito, Part 2, Lisa and Kyle concluded their look at this long-running case and talked about Dippolito’s two re-trials, one of which ended in a mistrial and the other, which concluded in June of 2017, ended with a conviction for Solicitation to Commit First Degree Murder with a Firearm. Then they talked about her direct appeal and state post-conviction claims and events since Dippolito began serving her 16-year sentence in the Florida Department of Corrections.
2024-08-122h 11
Based in FactEpisode 6 - Florida v Dippolito - Part 1: She Lies Like a RugIn Episode 6, State of Florida v. Dalia Dippolito, Part 1, Lisa and Kyle looked at the murder-for-hire case against former escort, Dalia Dippolito. On August 5, 2009, the producers and camera crew for the COPS television show got more than they bargained for when they were invited along to film the resolution of a five day investigation, which started when a convenience store owner reported that his “girlfriend” was trying to hire someone to kill her husband. They looked at the evidence against Dippolito, her first trial and successful direct appeal and her attorneys’ attempt to have the charges dismissed using the presen...
2024-08-121h 42
Based in FactEpisode 5 - NJ v McGuire: The Drama Queen Goes DownIn Episode 5, State of New Jersey v. Melanie McGuire, Lisa and Kyle talked about the case against Melanie McGuire. Between May 5 and May 16, 2004, three suitcases containing dismembered human remains washed up near the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel in Virginia. The remains inside the cases were identified as Bill McGuire, a New Jersey computer program analyst. In 2007, his wife, Melanie, was convicted of first degree murder, possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose, desecration of human remains and perjury. In July, 2007, she was sentenced to life in prison, plus five years, making her ineligible for parole until 2073. We’ll talk ab...
2024-05-231h 41
Based in FactEpisode 4 - Oklahoma v Scott James Eizember: No Good Deed Goes UnpunishedIn Episode 4, guest co-host, Roberta Glass, joined Lisa to talk about the case against Scott James Eizember was executed in January, 2023, for the 2003 capital murder of AJ Cantrell in Depew, Oklahoma. Lisa and Roberta talked about the facts of the case, the trial, direct appeal and post-conviction proceedings, including arguments by Eizember and his advocates blaming Mr. Cantrell for his wife's death and alleging that Eizember acted in self-defense when he killed Mr. Cantrell.
2024-05-231h 36
Based in FactEpisode 3 - State of Tennessee v. Janet Elaine Hinds: Don't Drink and DriveIn Episode 3, State of Tennessee v. Janet Elaine Hinds, Lisa and Kyle looked at the case against Janet Hinds, who was charged with vehicular homicide by intoxication after she struck and killed Chattanooga Police Officer Nicholas Galinger on the night of February 23, 2019. In April, 2019, Hinds was also charged with reckless driving, leaving the scene of an accident resulting in the death of another, failure to report an accident, failure to render aid, violation of traffic control device, speeding, failure to exercise due care, failure to maintain appropriate lane and DUI. Lisa and Kyle looked at the case against Hinds...
2024-05-231h 16
Based in FactSeason 3, Episode 1 - UpdatesWelcome to Season 3 of Based in Fact: A True Crime Podcast with your hosts, Lisa O’Brien and Kyle Evans. In Episode 1, Updates, Kyle and Lisa talked about the new developments in cases covered in Seasons 1 and 2, including TX v. Rodney Reed, OK v. Richard Glossip, TX v. Melissa Lucio and NC v. Molly Martens Corbett and Thomas Martens. They also looked ahead to some of the cases they'll talk about in Season 3.
2024-05-101h 51
Based in FactEpisode 2 - State of Maryland v. James Allen Kulbicki: Third Time's the CharmIn Episode 2, State of Maryland v. James Allen Kulbicki, Lisa and Kyle looked at the case against Kulbicki, a former Baltimore City police sergeant, who was convicted of the murder of Gina Marie Nuelsein in January of 1993. After a brief affair, Gina gave birth to a son in September, 1991. At the time of her murder, she was seeking child support from Kulbicki. They talked about the case against Kulbicki, including the reinstatement of his conviction by the U.S. Supreme Court and the 2020 order of the Maryland Court of Special Appeals granting Kulbicki's petition for writ of actual innocence.
2024-05-101h 30
Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show!Lisa O'Brien (Writer/Producer) || Ep. 190In Episode 190 of Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, our guest is children's TV executive, Lisa O'Brien!
For many years, Lisa has worked in the children's TV business. She worked in the on-air promotions department for Disney Channel for several years and took part in developing Playhouse Disney! She also helped to launch Sprout and worked there for many years as a producer and writer for various content, such as The Good Night Show, Sprout's Wiggly Waffle, The Sunny Side Up Show and its spin-off, The Chica Show. Some of Lisa's other work in the industry includes working as...
2024-02-211h 21
Heal with God | Deliverance, Discernment, Healing with Prayer, Christian, Prophetic83 | Weaponize Scripture for Healing from Trauma: 3 Steps to Powerful Declarations with Lisa SchwarzDo you know how to weaponize scripture to bring healing into your life? Have you ever wanted a practical way to declare God's truth over your circumstances, especially when you're struggling with trauma or emotional pain? In this episode, I chat with Lisa Schwarz, who shares her simple 3-step method to turn scripture into a powerful declaration that can transform your identity in Christ and bring healing from trauma. If you've ever wondered how to use God's word to stand firm in your purpose and identity, this episode is for you! Learn how to turn scripture into declarations that align...
2024-01-2236 min
Based in FactEpisode 15 - Arizona v Jodi Ann Arias, Pt 2: The Lies ContinueIn Episode 15, Arizona v. Jodi Ann Arias, Part 2, Lisa and Kyle continue their look at the 2008 murder of Travis Alexander, re-cap the five year pre-trial period after Arias' 2008 arrest and indictment and her trial, which began with jury selection in December, 2012. They then looked at her direct appeal, which was decided in March and April, 2020, the disbarment of Arias' first chair attorney L. Kirk Nurmi and prosecutor Juan Martinez. Finally, they looked at her pending state post-conviction claim currently making its way through state court in Arizona.
2024-01-202h 25
Based in FactEpisode 14 - Arizona v Jodi Ann Arias, Pt. 1 : Liar, LiarIn Episode 14, Kyle and Lisa looked at State of Arizona v. Jodi Ann Arias. On the evening of June 9, 2008, Travis Alexander was found murdered in the floor of the shower in his house in Mesa, AZ. He'd been stabbed multiple times, including a fatal wound in his chest, shot in the head and his throat had been slit. Fingers were immediately pointed at Jodi Arias, a former girlfriend and failed waitress/salesperson/photographer from Northern California. Travis and Arias had been engaged in a sexually charged on-off relationship since their first meeting in September, 2006. Forensic evidence found at the...
2024-01-201h 53
Lemons and PineapplesEpisode 31: How to Identify & Make the Most of your Transferable Skills with Lisa VirtueSend us a textIs 2024 going to be the year you get that promotion? Are you ready to go after the job of your dreams?In this episode my guest, career coach Lisa Virtue, shares her expertise on why identifying your transferable skills is so important and how to go about doing it.We talk about:What transferable skills areWhere people often underestimate themselvesGetting feedback from others to help youUsing AI to help you write that cracking resumeOvercoming imposter syndromeHow to talk yourself up without sounding like an assholePractice makes perfect when...
2023-12-2226 min
People and Places and How We Use SpacesEpisode 34 - Lessons from a Business Legend with Brien SlawikMarie Slawik was a woman before her time. During the 1950's, a time when men dominated the business sector, Marie and her husband, Harold, founded and owned one of the largest Ford dealerships in the Midwest - Midway Ford in St. Paul., along with an auto-parts store, leasing and car title-loan businesses in an early vertical integration model. They were also growing their real estate business, Har-Mar, Inc. By the early 1960's they had broken ground in Roseville on a new, climate-controlled shopping mall – only the second in Minnesota – to be named after a mashup of their...
2023-11-2835 min
Based in FactEpisode 13 - New York v. Ronald Joseph Defeo, Jr. - The Amityville Horror: Haunting or Hoax?In Episode 13, Lisa is joined by Roberta Glass, of The Roberta Glass True Crime Report, for a look at the case of State of New York v. Ronald Joseph Defeo, Jr.. Defeo murdered his father, mother, two sisters and two brothers in the early morning hours of November 13, 1974. Defeo was arrested, tried and convicted in November, 1975. Lisa and Roberta talked about the murders, Defeo's trial, conviction and sentence and the claims made by George and Kathy Lutz, who bought the house in December, 1975. The Lutz family's claims of paranormal activity in the house during their 28 days there led to...
2023-11-023h 08
Based in FactEpisode 12 - Notable Supreme Court Cases - Part 3: 1995-2010In Episode 12, Notable Supreme Court Cases, Part 3 Kyle and Lisa talked about cases decided between 1995 and 2010, including Schlup, Atkins, Roper, Crawford, House and Panetti. They looked at the background of each case, the issues raised by the Petitioners and the decisions of the Supreme Court. We are open to suggestions for any cases we missed and we will do this again next season.
2023-11-022h 44
Based in FactEpisode 11 - Notable Supreme Court Cases - Part 2: 1985-1994In Episode 11, Notable Supreme Court Cases, Part 2, Lisa and Kyle talked about cases decided between 1985 and 1994, including Ake v. Oklahoma, US v. Bagley, Coleman v. Thompson, Ford v. Wainwright, Murray v. Carrier, Sawyer v. Whitley, Herrera v. Collins and Tison v. Arizona. They briefly looked at the background of each case, the issues raised by the Petitioners and the decisions of the Supreme Court. Finally, they talked about the outcome of several notable cases.
2023-11-023h 15
Based in FactEpisode 10 - Notable Supreme Court Cases - Part 1: 1923-1984Lisa and Kyle return for Season 2, Episode 10, Notable Supreme Court Cases, Part 1, which includes some of the cases that have been mentioned in the context of state and federal post-conviction litigation for Rodney Reed, Richard Glossip and the West Memphis Three, among others. Today, they talked about cases decided between 1923 and 1984, including Napue, Brady, Gideon v. Wainwright, In Re: Winship, Giglio, Miranda, Furman, Gregg and Strickland. We’ll look briefly at the background of each case, the issues raised by the Petitioners and the decisions of the U.S. Supreme Court.
2023-11-022h 49
People Business w/ O'Brien McMahonSpeaking Assertively w/ Lisa KleimanLisa Kleiman is the principal and founder of Speaktopia, a public speaking coaching and training organization. She has held management and consulting positions at Fortune 500 companies and has served as a faculty member at Boise State University for over 15 years teaching undergraduate and graduate English and Business & Managerial Communication courses. Lisa is the author of several books, journals, and other publications including You Got This: Everything You Need to Master Authentic Public Speaking (2019) and Public Speaking Journal (2021). Mentioned in this Episode: You Got This: Everything You Need to Master Authentic Public Speaking https://www.a...
2023-09-1252 min
Based in FactEpisode 9 - Oklahoma v. Anthony Castillo Sanchez: DNA Trumps HearsayIn Episode 9, Lisa and guest co-host Robb Chadwick took a look at Oklahoma v. Anthony Sanchez . In July, 2004, Sanchez was linked to the December 20, 1996 kidnapping, rape and murder of OU graduate Jewell "Juli" Busken via a cold case DNA hit. They discussed the evidence against Sanchez, his trial, direct appeal and state and federal post-conviction claims, including his recent actual innocence claim, pointing the finger at his deceased father, Thomas Glen Sanchez, who allegedly began confessing to the murder in July, 2020 and continued making inculpatory statement until his April, 2022 suicide.
2023-08-223h 32
Ask a Death DoulaTalking about Death with Death Deck co-Founder Lisa Pahl80%-90% of a positive end of life ( no matter what the disease process) depends on these two things:
Planning ahead and sharing your end of life wishes with those you love ahead of time and
Knowing the basics on how to care for someone at the end of life.
In this episode of Ask a Death Doula,
I have the great pleasure of interviewing Lisa Pahl co-creator of The Death Deck and The E•O•L Deck; games.
These card games inspire meaningful conversations on what matters most in our lives and in our de...
2023-07-0536 min
Based in FactEpisode 8 - State of Oklahoma v. Richard Glossip: Update, Part 2Lisa and Kyle continue their review of the case against Richard Glossip, who was convicted of the 1997 murder-for-hire of his boss, Barry Van Treese. In Part 2, they talked about the 2022 propaganda campaign being waged by his advocates in the media and his 2022 state post-conviction claims. They continued their discussion of the two writs currently pending at the U.S. Supreme Court, the result of the Oklahoma Attorney General’s “independent” investigation that we learned was directed by Reed Smith and, by extension, Don Knight and the disposition of Glossip’s 2023 state post-conviction application, the shenanigans involved in that process, Glossip’s c...
2023-07-043h 07
Based in FactEpisode 7 - State of Oklahoma v. Richard Glossip: Update, Part 1In Episode 7, Oklahoma v. Richard Glossip: Update, Part 1, Kyle and Lisa talked about Glossip’s state post-conviction claims, including his 2015 claims and the 1st and 2nd claims filed in 2022, including the supplemental findings of Reed Smith.
2023-06-252h 15
Based in FactEpisode 6 - State of Texas v. Rodney Reed: How Much DNA in Enough?In Episode 6, Lisa and Kyle talk about State of Texas v. Rodney Reed, including Reed's state court litigation seeking DNA testing, the agreed DNA testing outside Chapter 64 and the results and Reed's federal challenge to the state court DNA procedures, which included U.S. Supreme Court opinion that returned Reed’s challenge to Texas’ DNA testing statute to the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals. They also talked about what that development really means and the DNA evidence underlying Reed's conviction for the murder of Stacey Stites.
2023-06-252h 25
Based in FactEpisode 5 - State of North Carolina v. Molly Martens Corbett and Thomas Martens: Selfishness, Not Self-DefenseIn Episode 5, Lisa and Kyle look at the case of State of North Carolina v. Molly Martens Corbett and Thomas Michael Martens. Martens, a former FBI agent, and his daughter are awaiting re-trial for murder in North Carolina. In the early morning hours of August 2, 2015, Molly's husband, Jason Corbett was beaten to death with a paver wielded by his wife and a child's bat wielded by his father-in-law, Martens. Their self-defense claims were quickly rejected by investigators, who presented the case to a grand jury that indicted the pair for 2nd Degree Murder and Voluntary Manslaughter. Kyle and Lisa...
2023-06-042h 33
Based in FactEpisode 4 - State of Texas v. Howard Paul Guidry: Why Did He Kill Farah?In Part 3, Lisa and Kyle conclude their discussion of the 1994 murder-for-hire of Farah Baquer Fratta, a mother of three gunned down in her garage in Humble, Harris County, Texas. In Parts 1 and 2, they talked about the case against Farah’s estranged husband, Robert Fratta, who was executed on January 10, 2023 and Joseph Prystash, a felon and gym rat who acted as Fratta’s middleman. In this episode, they talk about the case against Howard Paul Guidry, the trigger man. They talk about the case against Guidry, his first trial and conviction, which was vacated by a federal judge in September 2003, his...
2023-04-302h 04
Roberta Glass True Crime ReportWhat Rodney Reed Won't Tell You. Feat. Lisa O'Brien w/Tim SparkmanLisa O'Brien from "Based in Fact: A True Crime Podcast" returns to guest host this very special episode about Rodney Reed's innocence fraud campaign. Retired Texas law enforcement officer, Tim Sparkman, joins Lisa to discuss one of America's longest running innocence fraud campaigns. Subscribe to "Based in Fact" here: https://based-in-fact.captivte.fmThe Roberta Glass True Crime Report - Introduction by Tuesday MoneyGraphic Design by Ati Abdo MacDonaldRoberta would like to thank her patrons who made this episode possible. Support brave accurate true crime reporting & get access to bonus content here: https://patreon...
2023-04-301h 36
Working MummaRecovering from Parental Burnout: Strategies and Support with Lisa DillonBurnout is a topic that many people have experienced, and increasingly over the past 3 years. In this episode of the Working Mumma podcast, I speak with Lisa Dillon, a Public Health Postdoctoral Research Fellow.
In this episode, Lisa explains the definition of parental burnout, which is the physical, mental, and emotional exhaustion that one feels from the chronic stress of parenting. Unlike work burnout, parental burnout is a 24/7 job, and parents can't escape from their parenting responsibilities to recharge.
The statistics show that two-thirds of parents in paid work experience burnout, with 68% of mothers and 42% of...
2023-03-2946 min
Based in FactEpisode 3 - State of Texas v. Joseph Andrew Prystash: The Middleman's RoleIn Part 2, Lisa and Kyle continue discussing the 1994 murder-for-hire of Farah Baquer Fratta, a mother of three gunned down in her garage in Humble, Harris County, Texas. In Part 1, they talked about the the case against Farah’s estranged husband, Robert Fratta, who was executed on January 10, 2023. In Part 2, they look at the case against the middleman, Joseph Prystash, a felon and gym rat with Fratta at the President and First Lady Health Club in Harris County. They talk about the evidence against Prystash, his capital murder conviction, direct appeals and state and federal post-conviction claims.
2023-03-251h 28
Based in FactEpisode 3 - State of Texas v. Joseph Andrew Prystash: The Middleman's RoleIn Part 2, Lisa and Kyle continue discussing the 1994 murder-for-hire of Farah Baquer Fratta, a mother of three gunned down in her garage in Humble, Harris County, Texas. In Part 1, they talked about the the case against Farah’s estranged husband, Robert Fratta, who was executed on January 10, 2023. In Part 2, they look at the case against the middleman, Joseph Prystash, a felon and gym rat with Fratta at the President and First Lady Health Club in Harris County. They talk about the evidence against Prystash, his capital murder conviction, direct appeals and state and federal post-conviction claims.
2023-03-251h 28
Based in FactEpisode 2 - State of Texas v. Robert Alan Fratta: Ineffective Pro Se RepresentationIn Part 1, Lisa and Kyle talked about the 1994 murder-for-hire of Farah Baquer Fratta, a mother of three gunned down in her garage in Humble, Harris County, Texas. In Part 1, State of Texas v. Robert Alan Fratta, they examined the case against Farah’s estranged husband. They talked about the evidence against Fratta and his initial conviction, as well as his 2009 re-trial, direct appeals and state and federal post-conviction claims. Finally, they talked about the last-minute claims made in an unsuccessful effort to stop his execution on January 10, 2023.
2023-03-161h 41
Based in FactEpisode 1 - UpdatesIn Season 2, Episode 1, Kyle and Lisa update the cases and topics covered during Season 1, including recent events and developments in Texas v. Reed, Echols v. Arkansas, Oklahoma v. Glossip and Texas v. Skinner. They talked about the executions of James Coddington, Benjamin Cole and Richard Fairchild and Oklahoma's challenge to the federal Bureau of Prison's interference in the execution of John Fitzgerald Hanson. Finally, they talked about some of the cases they'll talk about during Season 2.Intro: Roberta GlassArtwork: Ati Abdo MacDonaldAudio Editor: Emily Walker
2023-02-092h 24
Based in FactEpisode 20 - State of Texas v. Henry Watkins "Hank" Skinner: How Much DNA is Enough DNA?In Episode 20, Kyle and Lisa conclude their discussion of State of Texas v. Henry Watkins Skinner. Skinner was convicted of capital murder and sentenced to death in 1995 for the New Year’s Eve 1993 murders of his girlfriend, Twila Busby and her sons, Randy Busby and Elwin Caler in Pampa, Texas. Skinner, the only member of the household to walk away that New Year’s morning, initially admitted that he fought with Twila, but blamed her for the deaths of her sons. Early DNA testing linked Twila and Elwin to the blood soaked pants Skinner was wearing when he was arreste...
2023-01-071h 50
Based in FactEpisode 19 - State of Texas v. Henry Watkins Skinner: Justice Delayed Too LongIn Episode 19, Kyle and Lisa talked about State of Texas v. Henry Watkins "Hank" Skinner. In 1995, Skinner was convicted of capital murder and sentenced to death for the December 31, 1993 murders of his girlfriend, Twila Busby and her sons, Randy Busby and Elwin Caler in Pampa, Gray County, Texas. Skinner has admitted that he was in the house when the murders occurred and he was the only member of the household to walk away that New Year’s morning. Early DNA testing linked Twila and Elwin to the blood soaked clothing Skinner was wearing when arrested. In 2001, he began pursuing DN...
2023-01-071h 54
Based in FactEpisode 18 - Oklahoma v. John Fitzgerald Hanson - Feds Block ExecutionKyle and Lisa look at State of Oklahoma v. John Fitzgerald Hanson. Hanson was facing execution on December 15, 2022 for the 1999 murder of Mary Bowles. Hanson and his partner, Victor Miller, kidnapped Mary from a Tulsa mall on August 31, 1999. They brought her to a dirt pit in Owasso, where they encountered the owner, Jerald Thurman. Miller shot Mr. Thurman, then Hanson took Mary from the car and shot her to death as she lay in a ditch. We’ll talk about the case against Hanson, his trial, direct appeal, resentencing trial, 2nd direct appeal, post-conviction claims and the life sentence in fede...
2022-11-241h 52
Happier At Work: Leadership, Culture, Performance132: How you can lead and build a thriving organisation with Lisa Marie PlatskeWant to know the secret to building and leading a thriving organisation!? If so, this episode is a must-listen for you! Joining Aoife this week is the founder of Upside Thinking, international best-selling author, expert leadership coach and keynote speaker Lisa Marie Platske. Lisa’s mission is to transform lives through leadership, allowing people to break expectations and bring their whole selves forward.Throughout the discussion, Lisa provides insight into her past experience working in a male-dominated industry as a federal law enforcement officer on the piers of New York. So much ground gets covered in this di...
2022-11-1848 min
Based in FactEpisode 17 - Oklahoma v. Richard Fairchild: Adam's Death Was NOT An AccidentIn Episode 17, Kyle and Lisa looked at the case against Richard Fairchild, who was convicted of the November 14, 1993 murder of his girlfriend's son, Adam Scott Broomhall. In a drunken rage, Fairchild struck, beat and burned the 3-year old, then threw him into a table, inflicting a fatal head injury. While advocates for Fairchild have never claimed he is actually innocent, they have challenged the OK Court of Criminal Appeal's holding that child abuse murder is a crime of general intent and have challenged Fairchild's culpability due to his alcohol and drug use and claims that he suffered from organic...
2022-10-181h 37
Sew Much More330 - Listener Favorite - Lisa O'BrienLisa O'Brien is the owner of All Things Material. Raised in Northern Kentucky, as a child Lisa O'Brien was always creating something. No wonder she became an artist! Custom window treatments add an artistic element to every home. Creativity, education, and detail are necessary to provide customers with the right look to fit their home design goals. Hiring a professional is how this is done. In 2004, after attending a Custom Home Furnishings Conference with Donna Skufis, Lisa returned and gave a one-month notice to her corporate office and opened All Things Material! With t...
2022-10-091h 01
Based in FactEpisode 16 - State of Oklahoma v. Benjamin Robert Cole: Brianna's Life Cut ShortIn Episode 16, Kyle and Lisa looked at the case against Benjamin Cole, who is scheduled to face execution in Oklahoma on October 20, 2022. On December 20, 2002, Cole killed his 9-month old daughter, Brianna while his wife was out of their home doing laundry. We’ll talk about the crime, Cole’s trial, his appeals and post-conviction claims, which have included multiple attempts by his attorneys to challenge his competency in both state and federal court. We’ll also address some of the misconceptions regarding criminal culpability and competency to be tried and/or executed in the context of the legal system.
2022-09-271h 54
Based in FactEpisode 15 - OK v. James Allen Coddington: He Is Not The Victim in This CaseIn Episode 15, Kyle and Lisa looked at the case against James Allen Coddington. In March, 1997, Coddington murdered his friend, 73-year old Albert Troy Hale, when Mr. Hale refused to lend him money to fuel a drug binge. They talked about the case against Coddington, his trial, resentencing and direct appeals, along with his state and federal post-conviction claims. They also talked about the controversy surrounding his August 25, 2022 execution and the information put forth by his advocates regarding his alleged remorse and the facts of his case. They also marked the 21st Anniversary of the 09/11 attacks on New York, NY and...
2022-09-172h 00
Lucky Star Show & Tell PodcastKate O'BrienOn today’s podcast, I’m joined by Kate O’Brien. Kate is a multi-passionate creative and outdoor enthusiast. In 2019, Kate stepped away from a long career in commercial interior design, to pursue a different creative path and lifestyle. She relocated to her historic Hill Country property, tending to her AirBNB, gardens, cats, dogs, numerous chickens and longtime boyfriend. From there, she does a few projects each year, particularly designing interiors for the homes of severely wounded veterans. Kate was introduced to tomahawk throwing several years ago, on an expedition in the Tetons, with her sons and later hon...
2022-08-1045 min
Based in FactEpisode 14 - Oklahoma v. Richard Glossip - The Propaganda Gets DeeperIn Episode 14, Kyle and Lisa wrap up their look at State of Oklahoma v. Richard Eugene Glossip, who was convicted of arranging the January 7, 1997 murder of Barry Van Treese, his boss at the Best Budget Inn in Oklahoma City. Part 1, looked at the case against Glossip, the legal proceedings that included 2 trials, a direct appeal and state and federal post-conviction claims. Part 2, covered Glossip’s 2015 execution dates, his challenge to Oklahoma’s use of midazolam in its execution protocol, the successive post-conviction claims raised by Colorado attorney Don Knight and his campaign in the court of public opinion, including the ef...
2022-08-092h 35
Based in FactEpisode 13 - Oklahoma v. Richard Glossip: The Propaganda ReduxIn Episode 13, Kyle and Lisa talk about State of Oklahoma v. Richard Eugene Glossip, who was was convicted of arranging the murder of his boss, Barry Van Treese, at the Best Budget Inn in Oklahoma City on January 7, 1997. In Part 1, they looked at the case against Glossip, the legal proceedings that included 2 trials, a direct appeal and state and federal post-conviction claims. In Part 2, they talked about Glossip’s 2015 execution dates, his challenge to Oklahoma’s use of midazolam in its execution protocol and the September date that did not go forward because of a drug mix-up. Then they talked...
2022-07-252h 37
Based in FactEpisode 12 - Oklahoma v. Richard Glossip: The Real EvidenceIn Episode 12, Part 1, Kyle and Lisa talk about the January 7, 1997 murder of motel owner Barry Van Treese in Oklahoma City, OK. The motel manager, Richard Eugene Glossip, was convicted of arranging that the murder with motel maintenance man Justin Sneed. After Sneed killed Van Treese, he and Glossip split about $4,000.00 in cash taken from under the front seat of Van Treese's car. Glossip came under suspicion not because of Sneed, but due to the fact that he admitted that Sneed confessed committing the murder to him and multiple inconsistent statements he made to motel employees and police about Mr...
2022-07-042h 40
How We Can HealPrioritizing Trauma Healing & Wellness Through Yoga, Mindfulness and Beyond - My Favorite Moments From Season One With Gaby Bernstein Suzanne O’Brien, Tricia Huffman, Dr. Heather Hall and More!In this episode of How We Can Heal, Lisa Danylchuk pauses to a look back at where we've been during Season One. So, come with us as we select some of our favorite moments. We started with Gabby Bernstein, where we talked about trauma, dissociation, and what it means to have Happy Days. We go on to hear from Kris Carr, Suzanne O'Brien, Guy MacPherson, Kira Willey, Tricia Huffman, Heather Hall, Rosita Cortizo, Christine Forner, Delia Ginorio, Dui Turner and Meghan Zipin. It has been an absolute pleasure to interview all of these experts and share their sincere stories abo...
2022-06-0740 min
Based in FactEpisode 11 - West Memphis Three - 29 Years LaterIn Episode 11, Kyle and Lisa talk about the May 5, 1993 murders of Christopher Byers, Steve Branch and Michael Moore, in West Memphis, Arkansas. Their bodies were found bound and naked in a ditch in an area known to locals as “Robin Hood Hills,” a patch of woods bordering the boys’ subdivision. On June 3, 1993, Damien Echols, Jason Baldwin and Jessie Misskelley, Jr. were arrested after Miskelley confessed to West Memphis detectives. The three were convicted after two separate trials in 1994. Their campaign in the court of public opinion started with Paradise Lost: The Child Murders in Robin Hood Hills and continues today with...
2022-06-071h 43
Based in FactEpisode 10 - Kentucky Oaks and Kentucky Derby 2022 with Joe Nevills and Natalie Voss NevillsIn Episode 10, Lisa talked to Joe Nevills (and Natalie Voss Nevills) about the 148th Kentucky Oaks and Kentucky Derby being held on May 6 and May 7, 2022. Lisa has loved horses and ponies all of her life and has been a fan of horse racing since Secretariat won the Triple Crown in 1973. She's experienced the joy of seeing five Triple Crown winners in her lifetime and the heartbreak when young horses like Ruffian, Eight Belles and Barbaro couldn't be saved after an injury. Our lives have highs and lows, but we keep moving forward and horse racing is no different. Those conne...
2022-05-032h 22
Based in FactEpisode 9 - State of Texas v. Melissa Elizabeth Lucio: The Death of Mariah AlvarezIn Episode 9, Kyle and Lisa talked about State of Texas v. Melissa Elizabeth Lucio. Lucio was convicted and sentenced to death in connection with the February 17, 2017 death of her 2-year old daughter, Mariah Alvarez. During five hours of interrogation, Lucio admitted abusing Mariah to investigators and denied that her husband or children inflicted the many bruises and injuries observed on Mariah's body. Lucio also insisted that Mariah's fatal injuries were sustained two days before her death as the result of a fall down a flight of stairs. Recently, the Innocence Project inserted itself into the case, claiming that Mariah...
2022-04-282h 14
Based in FactEpisode 8 - The Murder of Dorothy StrattenIn Episode 8, Kyle and Lisa discuss the August 14, 1980 murder of Playboy Playmate, Dorothy Stratten. Dorothy was more than a pretty face, who stepped off the pages of Playboy and onto our television and theater screens. During the two years between her arrival in Los Angeles and her casting in the movie They All Laughed, Dorothy grew from a shy, confused little girl into a confident woman, who knew what she wanted and knew how to stand up for herself. Unfortunately, that meant that Dorothy quickly outgrew her hustler boyfriend, later her husband, Paul Snider. While Snider had some success with...
2022-04-112h 06
Based in FactEpisode 7 - New York v. Carolyn Warmus: The Fatal Attraction MurderIn Episode 7, Lisa and Kyle talked about the State of New York v. Carolyn Warmus. On January 15, 1989, Betty Jeanne Solomon was found by her husband, Paul Solomon, in their condo in Greenburgh, Westchester County, New York. The investigation initially focused on Paul Solomon, who had engaged in an extra-marital affair with a younger woman, Carolyn Warmus. During the Summer of 1989, investigation of Warmus’ phone records led detectives to a PI named Vinnie Parco. Parco eventually admitted to illegally selling Warmus a gun and silencer in the weeks before Betty Jeanne’s murder. Warmus’ indictment and arrest in February, 1990, led the media t...
2022-04-062h 33
Based in FactEpisode 6 - Arkansas v. Damien Echols - DNA Propaganda ExposedIn Episode 6, Kyle and Lisa talk about the May 5, 1993 murders of Christopher Byers, Steve Branch and Michael Moore, in West Memphis, Arkansas. Their bodies were found bound and naked in a ditch in an area known to locals as “Robin Hood Hills,” a patch of woods bordering the boys’ subdivision. Damien Echols, Jason Baldwin and Jessie Misskelley, Jr. were arrested in June, 1993 and convicted after two separate trials in 1994. Beginning in 2002, the three began a 9-year saga of DNA testing that ended with inconclusive results and an Alford plea deal proposed by the killers’ attorneys in July, 2011. In 2017, podcaster Bob Ruff req...
2022-03-282h 30How We Can HealFacing Grief & Loss with Grace with Suzanne O'BrienToday on How We Can Heal Podcast, Lisa Danylchuk talks with Suzanne O'Brien about the part in life that we all shouldn't rush nor fear. In this episode, if there's one ultimate takeaway from Suzanne, it'd be that 'love goes hand in hand with grief.' As a "Worldwide Leader in Healthcare," Suzanne shares how she trains people to care for departing loved ones from start to finish and the type of approach that proves how it's possible to face death with grace. Doulas in the PandemicPhysical contact ha...
2022-03-221h 06
Based in FactState of Texas v. Hartsfield and Pinkerton - The KFC MurdersIn Episode 5, Lisa is joined by guest co-host Kyle to talk about the 1983 KFC Murders. September 23, 1983 was a typical night in Kilgore, Texas, with families attending football games and ordering take-out for dinner. At the Kentucky Fried Chicken restaurant, something went horribly wrong at or near closing time. On Saturday, September 24th, the bodies of KFC employees Mary Tyler, Opie Hughes and Joey Johnson, along with friends David Maxwell and Monty Landers were found off an oil lease road in Rusk County, about 14 miles from the restaurant. All five had been shot to death, with at least 2 different guns. Initi...
2022-02-281h 13
Based in FactOK v. Richard Glossip - Same Claims, Different AttorneysIn this bonus episode, Lisa is joined by Oklahoma Victims Innocence Project's Jennifer Harmon to talk about the 02/22/22 press conference announcing the launch of an "independent" investigation into the case of Richard Glossip, who was convicted of the 1997 murder-for-hire of motel owner Barry Van Treese. Lisa and Jennifer talked about the facts and evidence linking Glossip to the murder, including his own words and actions in the hours after Mr. Van Treese was killed.
2022-02-241h 25
Based in FactTexas v. Rodney Reed - Findings and Conclusions - What's NextIn Episode 4, Lisa is joined by guest co-host Kyle to talk about the case against Rodney Reed. In July, 2021, an evidentiary hearing on Reed’s 10th State post-conviction writ was held in Bastrop County, Texas. Prior to the hearing, the state submitted 2 disclosures of information to Reed’s counsel and Kyle and Lisa talk about those disclosures and the witnesses statements. After the close of the hearing, Reed and the state each submitted proposed findings of fact and conclusions of law to the court in advance of closing arguments, which were held on October 18, 2021. Kyle and Lisa talk about the prop...
2022-02-212h 53
Based in FactRodney Reed: Myths and LiesIn Episode 3, Lisa, and guest co-host Kyle were joined by Patrick, Becca, Tim and Alexander to talk about the myths and lies surrounding the Rodney Reed case and the coverage of it by the media. The primary source of those myths and lies is David Fisher, a self-proclaimed “consultant” who claims to know the law, but demonstrates with every word that he hasn’t got a clue. Because those myths and lies could fill an entire episode, Lisa and Kyle will address the updated information regarding Reed's case in Episode 4.
2022-02-082h 10
Based in FactWhat is Wrong with the Oklahoma PPB? With Amy Kingry and Jennifer HarmonIn Episode 2, I’m joined by Amy Kingry and Jennifer Harmon to talk about the Oklahoma Pardon and Parole Board. Before the controversial decision to break their own rules to consider Julius Jones’ requests for commutation and clemency, the board was the target of a criminal investigation into its processes after questions were raised about the release of Lawrence Anderson, who was released after serving only 3 years of a 20 year sentence handed down in 2017. The fact that his request for release was denied 2019 should’ve made him ineligible to reapply in 2020. Shortly after his release, Anderson committed a grisly triple-mu...
2022-02-011h 48
CTRL+ALT+DELETE with Lisa Duerre™The Power of Pause - Featured Guest: Rebecca O’Brien | Ctrl+Alt+Delete with Lisa DuerreRebecca O'Brien is a certified stress management and burnout prevention coach, mindfulness instructor, and nutritionist. Her one-on-one coaching and corporate programs look at the mind, body, and spirit connection, which is a massive area of need for leaders in tech trying to be amazing for their team and their loved ones as we transition out of this Covid-19 pandemic. Rebecca and Lisa met through Clubhouse a few months ago, and from the very beginning, Lisa could sense just what an incredible person Rebecca is. Not just as a true professional, but she cares, really cares! And now, Lisa has...
2021-12-0956 min
Digital Detox SecretsFinding Clarity in Trauma with Gi Gi O’BrienBest-selling author and happiness expert Gi Gi O’Brien shares how holding a knife to her throat may have left a memory but not a scar.
When hearing the words ‘genetic inheritance,’ you probably think about eye color, blood type, and health conditions. But did you know that trauma and memories can also be genetically passed down through DNA?
Living with unhealthy mental states like post-traumatic stress and anxieties can debilitate more lives than just your own. If left unaddressed, your response and the agonies you have experienced can cut deep into the mental wellness of your...
2021-09-1626 min
Social PR Secrets by Lisa BuyerGi Gi O’Brien Turns Pain Into Power: Social Networking Tips, the Five C’s and Overcoming Imposter SyndromeAre you too hard on yourself? Do you create debilitating mental habits? Is success linked to happiness? If you said yes to any of these questions, then it’s time to shape pain into power and failure into a fortune. How? By being authentic, tapping into your vulnerabilities, and making big strides with small steps!
Professionals are often misguided when it comes to the connection between success and happiness. Gi Gi O’Brien, CEO at Global Intelligence Initiative, author of The Self Quarantine Handbook, The Trauma Handbook, and The Intelligence of Happiness as well as the Founder of 1...
2021-09-1422 min
Live Well with EmilyPelvic Yoga w/ Lisa van LeeuwenLisa is a pelvic floor and period yoga teacher. Her work addresses all sorts of issues including bladder leaks, constipation, painful periods or painful intimacy, and more. We talk about everything from how to properly do a Kegel, to the charity work she's doing with local foundations and her puberty education program for young adults, to why it even matters to connect to your cycle and your pelvis at all. There's a lot of goodies in here, folks. Give it a listen!
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2021-06-2958 min
Build It. They'll Come.How The Smith Family ceo & entrepreneur Dr Lisa O’Brien thought outside the box to transform that august charity into a more resourceful, resilient & robust support for disadvantaged Aussie children & youth, well into the futureWhen medically trained Dr Lisa O’Brien took over The Smith Family as CEO, some 10 years ago, the venerable charity was on a fairly solid footing – it had a long history with a recognisable, highly respected brand name. But to make it in the crowded welfare charity sector, genuinely addressing the real & underlying needs of disadvantaged children at risk of falling through the cracks, The Smith Family needed transforming into a more streamlined & focused organisation. But perhaps even more importantly, Lisa O’Brien set her considerable entrepreneurial mindset & honed management skills on making it far more accountable, with laser-like focus...
2021-05-0252 minSew Much More253 - Lisa O'Brien - Just Put One Foot In Front of The Other The Sew Much More Podcast is sponsored by; The Workroom Channel Scarlet Thread Consulting The WCAA The Curtains and Soft Furnishings Resource Library Merril Y Landis, LTD Angel's Distributing, LLC Lisa O'Brien is the owner of All Things Material. Raised in Northern Kentucky, as a child Lisa O'Brien was always creating something. No wonder she became an artist! Custom window treatments add an artistic element to every home. Creativity, education, and detail are necessary to provide customers with the right look to fit their home design goals. Hiring a professional is how this is done. In 2004...
2021-04-181h 01