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Acclaimed in his lifetime for his remarkable literary career, Charles Dickens’ private life was wracked by dysfunction, scandal and the cruelty he inflicted on his wife and his children.

Acclaimed in his lifetime for his remarkable literary career, Charles Dickens’ private life was wracked by dysfunction, scandal and the cruelty he inflicted on his wife and his children.

The remarkable story of the courage and suffering of the passengers aboard the Mayflower and the establishment of the Plymouth Colony. On November 11, 1620, a 100 foot long cargo ship called the Mayflower entered what is today known as Provincetown Harbor, virtually on the tip of present day Cape Cod.  This was the culmination of over two months at sea for 102 immigrants, originally from England, some of this contingent intent on establishing their own … Continue reading William Bradford and the Voyage of the Mayflower (Volume Six, Episode Seven) Part One →

The remarkable story of the courage and suffering of the passengers aboard the Mayflower and the establishment of the Plymouth Colony. On March 16, the inevitable occurred, although the incident did not unfold as the settlers previously feared.  As described in a pamphlet entitled, “Mourt’s Relation,” a description of the first year of Plymouth Colony, co-written by William Bradford and another settler named Edward Winslow, with work suspended for a regularly scheduled meeting about specific plans … Continue reading William Bradford and the Voyage of the Mayflower (Volume Six, Episode Seven) Part Two →

Long before Claus Von Bulow or OJ Simpson, in 1924, two Chicago teenagers committed what was called at the time, “The Crime of the Century,” only to be spared by the efforts of the greatest defense attorney in American history. During their scouring of the Wolf Lake area, police detectives questioned the game warden of the forest preserve that was located nearby about any recurring visitors to the location.  One of the names he revealed was … Continue reading Nathan Leopold, Richard Loeb, Clarence Darrow and the Crime of the Century (Volume Six, Episode Six) Part One →

In this podcast, the Crime of the Century is explored, discussing the impact on families and legal advice seeking, the consequences of the trial, life in prison, undisclosed activities, failed parole, and revealing the truth about a manipulative ex-husband.

The dark reality behind the persona of one of America’s most beloved public figures. Carson enlisted in the Navy fully intent on participating in action against either Japan or Germany.  Instead he wound up in officers training school, first in New York and then at tiny Millsaps College in Jackson, Mississippi.  Finally in mid 1945, he shipped out on the battleship, the USS Pennsylvania, headed for the Pacific theater.  Despite atomic bombs being dropped in early August and … Continue reading Johnny Carson, The King of Comedy (Volume Six, Episode Five) Part One →

A deep dive into the dark reality of beloved public figure Johnny Carson. The podcast explores his personal battles for control, his wife's infidelity, his rise to power, strained relationships with family, and the struggles and tragic death of his sons.

The shocking story behind the biggest swindle in the history of Wall Street. Agent Cacioppi was so taken aback by Madoff’s candor and unusual cooperation he called his office to determine what he should do next.  Typically, a subject with Bernie’s sophistication and community stature would refuse to answer questions and stall, at least requesting time to speak with or even have an attorney present before answering any questions.  Madoff’s admissions to the agents were an unexpected … Continue reading Bernard Madoff and the Largest Fraud in Financial History (Volume Six, Episode Four) Part One →

The shocking story behind the biggest swindle in the history of Wall Street. But, if many of Madoff’s clients were happy to not question  his returns and process, the cynical, highly competitive and data driven world of Wall Street always invited scrutiny of its biggest stars, even if this was the result of envy or alienation.  In Harry Markopolos, one found an individual motivated by both market place rejection and a competitively brilliant grasp of financial marketplace … Continue reading Bernard Madoff and the Largest Fraud in Financial History (Volume Six, Episode Four) Part Two →