Damion Walker, the Violence Reduction Coordinator at the National Institute for Criminal Justice Reform (NICJR), applies his experience to empower stakeholders and community-based organizations (CBOs) in implementing effective gun violence reduction strategies. Through strategic planning and collaboration, he fosters sustainable approaches to violence prevention, contributing to safer, more resilient communities. His unwavering commitment to social justice and community empowerment drives meaningful

JD Allen writes the Shamus Award-nominated Sin City investigation series. She is president of the Florida chapter of MWA, the current Sleuthfest Chair, a former chapter president of Sisters in Crime in North Carolina and Former Chair of the Bouchercon National Board. In the romance world, JD also published 11 books and novellas. She’s an Ohio State Univ. Alum with a degree in forensic anthropology and a creative writing minor. She’s a dyslexic cat lady who loves crime fiction and ocean views. JD

There is a guest in the studio. Gearoid's cat Boots is paying a visit to see if she wants to be involved. Niamh is concerned about being a mother in law. In the mailbag we have a follow up from the someone who had In-Law issues but there is a happy ending. We have advise for a woman who's is training with her personal trainer and brother in law. We have a question about dungarees and advise for someone who has a partner that is spending a lot of time with his gym buddy.We have merch! For God sake

"When a show opens you are the mayor of the little town. That is the theater. And you have to solve all the problems and social issues of the cast, as well as running all the technical aspects of the show." This episode features Scott Faris who was the Production Stage Manager for the US National Tour 2 and part of the US National Tour 4. Hear Scott share what goes into being a PSM on tour, what type of notes he had to frequently give the cast, and a detailed breakdown of how CATS actually works

The last total eclipse of the Sun this century is next week, the worst songs of the 90's, what is inside unclaimed luggage, and a woman and her cat's ashes were recently flown into space, a TV reporter speaks the truth with a fantastic rant, a Nascar brawl, and strange looking creatures are washing ashore in Texas...

TW: Sexual Abuse/Rape of a ChildThis episode covers the life and crimes of Mary Kay Letourneau. This episode discusses the sexual abuse/rape of a child; while no details are discussed, please listen with caution as this is a sensitive subject. Connect with Us National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673

"On that tour I was a very innocent, inexperienced young lady. I did not really understand a lot of the movement that I had to. I really had to fake it until I made it with being the sexy cat." This episode features Samantha Sturm who was a swing on the US National Tour 5 and then played Demeter in the 2016 Broadway Revival of CATS. Hear Samantha discuss learning sections of the Jellicle Ball in dance class as a 12 year old, the differences from being on tour vs on Broadway with different

"In SPAMALOT, there's two eight counts during the Broadway number where we can do whatever choreography we want from a Broadway show and I do the Jellicle Ball." This episode features Michael Fatica who performed as a Swing on the US National Tour 5 of CATS and is currently in the ensemble of SPAMALOT. Hear Michael discuss watching the 1998 movie in college, how his tour worked on various backstories for the characters, and his fun experiences performing in Central and South America. Plus, Michael

This week on the pod, Lianna and Vienna have so much to chat about, starting with the USWNT SheBelieves roster. They discuss some returning familiar faces in Mal Swanson and Cat Macario, and some first time senior invitees, Lily Yohannes and Eva Gaetino. Then, it's time to jump into weekend 2 of the NWSL season. Lianna and Vienna review some interesting statistics from the games and can't help but ponder, does the best team always win, or are you the better team because you won?They wrap up with

A longer than usual podcast about a Black mother's search for healing in a system where services are not holistic. Listen as she shares her experience  with us. Trigger warnings! Some of this may be uncomfortable listening but she leaves us with gems we ALL can learn from. Find the courage to reach out for support & information. Instagram -@SANCTUARY4SISTERHOOD  Email: INFO@SANCTUARYFORSISTERHOOD.CO.CUKFreephone National 24-hour Domestic Abuse Helpline (run by Refuge) on 0808 2000

Episode 23!!! And Aimee's back!!!! And we have a cat.....join us this week as we chat an eventful week, we try and find a home for a cat, we chat Stuart's longest run yet* and the plans for the rest of the marathon training. In between that we go all nostalgic on music players, then cover the WORST "Am I The Arsehole?" ever, then Stuart aims a rant at a national treasure. It's quite a good one. * so there's a couple of weird edit points in this episode that'll sound weird during the conversation

Don Lemon's deal with Musk on X is done. What happened? Tragic stories again in Scranton and Wilkes-Barre. A settlement in a sad local accident that leaves a man severely disabled. Ally Gallo has a nice forecast then a change. Animal news- the toxic cat and the strange animal behaviors during eclipse.

Missing cat worth $10k, Biden and Trump rematch, Margaret Atwood criticizes the Online Harms bill, and OJ to regulate hunger.

"The main focus in the beginning was on Rumpleteazer and finding your individuality in your cat. Then after that was understanding where does your cat fit into the story?" This episode features Rose Iannaccone who played Rumpleteazer on the US National Tours 6 of CATS in 2019 before the pandemic. Hear Rose discuss dancing to the 1998 VHS as a two year old, how she came up with her Rumpleteazer backstory, and fun stories from being on tour during the buzz of the 2019 movie. Plus, Rose shares a fun

"We had all of us in that night. We were at the call board and our stage manager is divvying up to us… you're gonna wear this CAT costume… So there were three Grizabellas on stage that night." This episode features Michelle E. Carter who played Jennyanydots on the US National Tours 6 of CATS. Hear Michelle discuss how the 2019 CATS movie was her very first introduction into the show, how she had different stories for her character depending on who else was on stage with her, and how she infamously

Colter Nuanez and Andrew Houghton discuss all the angles going into Saturday's Cat-Griz hoops doubleheader at Dahlberg Arena. Plus: Lady Griz star Carmen Gfeller, and an excerpt from a new podcast about Griz soccer history.

Tomorrow (Thursday the 29th) is Rare Disease Day which is used to raise awareness for rare diseases and to improve access to treatment and medical representation for individuals with rare diseases and their families. According to the medical fraternity, there are 7,000 identified rare diseases to date, with some widely recognized by name, such as cystic fibrosis, hemophilia and sickle cell, while others are less known, such as cat eye syndrome. In a country like ours, this must be very