Best Mae Digital Podcasts (2025)

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The Connecticut River Valley Killings Part 2 50:38

6d ago50:38

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In Part 1, we outlined the bulk of the cases connected to this series and discussed how many of the instances were remarkably similar in some ways, and how the areas where the crimes occurred often overlapped with each other. Join Mike and Morf for part 2 of the Connecticut River Valley killings. In Part 2, we will discuss a couple of additional de…

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Media Arts Education: The Meta-Framework for Educational Transformation 40:22

9d ago40:22

40:22

Media Arts Education (MAE) is presented as a "meta-framework" and an "evolutionary educational model," aiming for deep educational transformation beyond surface-level reforms. As a "meta-framework," it offers a holistic philosophy for learning, integrating various educational approaches and seeing media arts as an extension of the human mind, enabl…

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Kevin Bates – Ex-Chief Data Officer, Fannie Mae, "They handed him paper. He built the future." 24:07

12d ago24:07

24:07

They handed him paper. He built the future. Kevin Bates, Ex0Chief Data Officer at Fannie Mae, started with binders and paperclips. Then he led the data transformation behind one of America’s most vital financial engines—helping deliver $17B in net income and reshaping the future of housing finance. This episode isn’t about technology. It’s about wh…

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The Connecticut River Valley Killings Part 1 55:20

13d ago55:20

55:20

From 1968 to 1989 there were a large number of murders in what is known as the Connecticut River Valley. But with the long period of time and bodies found in multiple states, it's hard to know how many of these murders are connected. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss what has become known as the Connecticut River Valley Killings. Law enforcement a…

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Craig Brown, Director of Banking Technology, EBRD- "They said no. I built yes." 18:18

18d ago18:18

18:18

They said no. I built yes. Craig Brown, Director of Banking Technology, EBRD, was told he wasn’t fit to sit a basic math exam. Today, he’s leading global banking tech for an institution investing €13B+ annually to transform economies—and lives. This episode isn’t about titles. It’s about what happens when you refuse to be defined by other people’s …

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The Fast-Food Killer 58:23

20d ago58:23

58:23

In 1997, an individual terrorized the area around Nashville, Tennessee. This person robbed several fast-food restaurants, killing workers in the process. A man named Paul Dennis Reed Jr. was ultimately identified as "the fast-food killer" and took seven lives before he was caught. Join Mike and Morf as they talk about Paul Dennis Reid Jr., dubbed b…

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Steven Freeman 52:50

27d ago52:50

52:50

Just before 11:00 p.m. on August 1, 2018, authorities in Griffin, Georgia, were called to a home on the 800 block of Sunnybrook Drive. Twenty-three-year-old Steven Freeman had been shot, and Mary Katherine Higdon, who lived in the house with Steven, admitted that she was the one who shot him. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss Mary Katherine Higdon…

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Brandon Swanson 52:54

1M ago52:54

52:54

In 2008, 19-year-old Brandon lived with his parents in Marshall, Minnesota. He was home from college and attending some parties on the night he went missing. The mysteries surrounding this case continue to perplex law enforcement and the online true crime community. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss Brandon Swanson's disappearance. Brandon spoke t…

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Listen Now — Deep Cover: The Truth About Sarah 41:51

1M ago41:51

41:51

Deep Cover is a true crime podcast about people who lead double lives, from our friends at Pushkin Industries. The new season, The Truth About Sarah, reveals a story of stolen valor and misplaced heroism. Sarah Cavanaugh was many things to the people who knew her: a decorated veteran, a Marine who saved her comrades, a young woman fighting cancer. …

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Aileen Seiden 47:31

1M ago47:31

47:31

On April 23rd, 2018, officers responded to a call about human remains found in Eastport, Florida. They found the body of a woman who had been a victim of foul play; she had obviously been beaten before her murder, and it was a brutal one. She was later identified as Aileen Seiden. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss Aileen Seiden. Early the next day…

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Nicki Lenway 54:23

2M ago54:23

54:23

In 2022, Nicki Lenway was thirty-three years old and working as a crime scene investigator with the Minneapolis Police Department. She had a five-year-old son named Callahan with her ex-boyfriend, Tim Amacher. On April 20th, 2022, Nicki was shot multiple times while she was waiting in her car outside of a scheduled visitation between Tim and her so…

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An Active Serial Killer in New England? 59:31

2M ago59:31

59:31

One by one, the discovery of ten bodies in the New England area across multiple states has made headlines over the past few weeks. It’s a case that has people asking is there a serial killer currently operating in New England, and leaving a trail of bodies behind? Join Mike and Morf as they discuss whether there is an active serial killer in New En…

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Melissa Lamesch 53:29

2M ago53:29

53:29

On November 25, 2020, just one day before Thanksgiving, multiple residents called 911 to report a fire at a house in Mount Morris, Illinois. Inside, first responders found twenty-seven-year-old Melissa Lamesch, who lived at the home with her father. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the murder of Melissa Lamesch. Melissa was pregnant and due to be…

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David Buller 59:41

2M ago59:41

59:41

The shocking & brutal murder of University of Toronto College professor David Buller in 2001 took place in the middle of the day on campus, yet somehow, no one saw anything, and his killer slipped away and remains unidentified to this day. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the murder of David Buller. He was found in his office by a cleaning crew. …

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Introducing: The Crime Scene Weekly 29:42

2M ago29:42

29:42

Introducing a new podcast for the true crime-obsessed: "The Crime Scene Weekly," from our friends at ABC Audio. Every Wednesday, "The Crime Scene Weekly" brings you the latest in true crime. ABC News correspondent Brad Mielke sits down with the journalists covering the cases who have direct access to survivors, investigators and families searching …

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The Easter Massacre 57:17

3M ago57:17

57:17

While Easter is generally a day of peace with your loved ones, that’s not always the case. Fifty years ago, on March 30th, 1975, Easter Sunday was a nightmare for one Ohio family. That Sunday, James Ruppert called the police simply telling the dispatcher there’s been a shooting. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the Easter massacre perpetrated by …

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Wilma June Nissen 57:02

3M ago57:02

57:02

On October 4th, 1978, in Iowa, a woman was found face down in a deep ditch about twenty feet from the road. No identification was found with her body, and being in an advanced state of decay, police had no way to determine who she was. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss Wilma June Nissen. Years later, the police were able to identify the woman thro…

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Presenting: CRIME HOUSE TRUE CRIME STORIES 15:43

3M ago15:43

15:43

Crime House True Crime Stories is the ultimate destination for true crime fans. Every episode features two notorious cases from that week in crime history, tied by a common theme like infamous serial killers, mysterious disappearances, tragic murders, and more. Every Monday, uncover the full stories behind the headlines as host Vanessa Richardson t…

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Harold Henthorn 54:39

3M ago54:39

54:39

By 2012, Harold and Toni Henthorn had been together for twelve years. They celebrated their anniversary by going camping and hiking at Rocky Mountain National Park. Toni's family and friends grieved after learning that, while on the trip, Toni plummeted 140 feet off a cliff to her death. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss Harold Henthorn. Harold be…

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Lucille Johnson 57:44

3M ago57:44

57:44

In 1991, Lucille Johnson, a friendly mother and grandmother was bludgeoned and strangled to death inside her home. It's a case that would become referred to by some as the ‘Lego’ murder because of a curious clue found at the crime scene. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the murder of Lucille Johnson. For years, her case puzzled investigators and …

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Purpose-Driven Digital Leadership - KPMG's Diana Lee Caplinger, Managing Director, Systems of Action 27:14

3M ago27:14

27:14

Purpose-Driven Digital Leadership Diana Lee Caplinger, KPMG's Managing Director of Systems of Action, faced pivotal moments that would forever change her perspective on leadership. As digital transformation reshaped organizations, she navigated the complexities of cloud adoption, team dynamics, and technology’s growing influence. But what happens w…

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The Gonzales Family Murders 59:38

3M ago59:38

59:38

In 2001, twenty-year-old Sef Gonzales called emergency services in Australia to report that his parents and sister had been murdered. There were no signs of forced entry, no apparent robbery, and so the attention quickly turned to Sef. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the murders of the Gonzales family. Sef told several different stories while un…

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Aeileen Conway 49:10

4M ago49:10

49:10

In 1986, Aeileen Conway apparently died in a fiery car accident in Okalahoma. Police ruled it an accident, but very quickly, Aeileen’s husband Pat began to question his wife’s death, and the official findings. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the mysterious death of Aeileen Conway. She was found inside her burning car on a stretch of road out of …

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Cary Stayner 1:01:35

4M ago1:01:35

1:01:35

In last week's episode we discussed the abduction and return of Steven Stayner. This week, we discuss Steven's brother Cary and the path he went down that led to multiple murders. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss Cary Stayner. While Steven Stayner went on to become a hero after being abducted as a child and later escaping and saving another boy i…

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Steven Stayner 55:25

4M ago55:25

55:25

On December 4th, 1972, 7-year-old Steven Stayner was abducted while walking home from school. Steven's abductor, Kenneth Parnell, manipulated Steven into thinking his family didn't want him and had made Kenneth his guardian. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the infamous abduction of Steven Stayner. Kenneth Parnell was a master manipulator and had…

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Tracey Neilson 1:05:48

4M ago1:05:48

1:05:48

College student Tracey Neilson was murdered on her 21st birthday in Oklahoma in January of 1981. She was a bright student and a newlywed who had been married less than 6 months when she was killed. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the murder of Tracey Neilson. There were several eyewitnesses and two crucial pieces of evidence. One was Tracey's ke…

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Howard Unruh 53:23

5M ago53:23

53:23

By 1948, Howard Unruh was unemployed and living with his mother, Freda. He had been a decorated soldier in World War II but had trouble adjusting to life when he returned. Unruh is thought to be the first mass shooter and has been called the Father of Mass Murder by the press. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss Howard Unruh. He likely had some form…

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Ila Mae Clark 52:16

5M ago52:16

52:16

In 2001, 73-year-old Ila Mae Clark, who was just one week away from celebrating her 74th birthday, was killed inside her Marshalltown, Iowa home. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the murder of Ila Mae Clark. Ila's house was next to both an apartment complex and a mobile home park. She managed the apartment complex and collected rent payments. Cou…

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Patrick Duffey 47:53

5M ago47:53

47:53

On April 26th, 2007, an emergency dispatcher with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department received a 911 call from Linda Duffey. Linda told the dispatcher that her husband Patrick had been shot. Very quickly she informed investigators that she was the one who had shot him. But she claimed it was an accident. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss t…

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Joanne Chambers 53:17

5M ago53:17

53:17

In 1993, a stalker began to target 41-year-old Joanne Chambers, a first-grade teacher in Coolbaugh Township, Pennsylvania. The stalking escalated over time and the threats became more violent. All signs pointed to another teacher who worked at the same school. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the stalking of Joanne Chambers. This case has been re…

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The Coleman Family Murders 1:00:06

6M ago1:00:06

1:00:06

In the early morning hours of May 5th, 2009, Sheri Coleman and her two sons, 11-year-old Garett and 9-year-old Gavin, were found dead in their home. Husband and dad, Chris Coleman, had been worried about his family due to some threatening emails and letters they had received. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the Coleman family murders. The crime …

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Ryan Borgwardt 45:43

6M ago45:43

45:43

On August 11th, 2024, 44-year-old father of three, Ryan Borgwardt went missing. He had gone kayak fishing on Big Green Lake in Wisconsin. His wallet and keys were found as was his capsized kayak. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss Ryan Borgwardt. The authorities and his family feared he was dead and possibly at the bottom of the lake. Massive searc…

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Hannah Kobayashi 51:56

6M ago51:56

51:56

On November 8th, 2024, Hannah Kobayashi headed from Honolulu to Los Angeles for a very short layover en route to New York City. Hannah never made her connecting flight, and her family became worried about her. Over the next few days, she sent out a series of mysterious texts. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss Hannah Kobayashi. What started as a di…

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A Media Arts Infused World: Promoting Creative Inquiry Through Media Arts Education 23:33

6M ago23:33

23:33

This podcast produced through Google's NotebookLM explains that media arts is deeply intertwined with all aspects of modern life, demanding a more critical and active engagement than passive consumption. Olsen defines media arts broadly as machine-based creative production, encompassing everything from flip books to AI-generated art, highlighting i…

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The Assassination of Insurance CEO; Brian Thompson 1:07:05

6M ago1:07:05

1:07:05

50-year-old Brian Thompson worked his way up to be the CEO of United Healthcare, which is currently the largest private payer of health insurance benefits in the United States. On December 4th, 2024, Brian was gunned down in Manhatten as he was about to enter a hotel for a meeting. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the assassination of Brian Thomp…

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Identity Play and the Artist with Holly Herndon 35:02

7M ago35:02

35:02

In this awesome episode, I’m lucky to be talking to Holly Herndon, a Berlin-based artist and groundbreaking musician. With a PhD from Stanford University and a pioneering spirit, Holly merges cutting-edge AI with music to challenge the boundaries of identity. From acclaimed albums like Platform and Proto to her revolutionary project Holly Plus, Hol…

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Channon Christian and Christopher Newsom 58:39

7M ago58:39

58:39

On Saturday, January 6th, Channon Christian and Christopher Newsom had planned to go on a date. The couple had only been dating for about two months. Their night ended in an unspeakable double murder. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss Channon Christian and Christopher Newsom. The pair were carjacked by a group of people who then systematically tor…

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Amy Mullis 1:00:59

7M ago1:00:59

1:00:59

On November 10th, 2018, Todd Mullis called 911 as he rushed his wife, Amy, to the hospital. Amy died from her injuries, which resulted from being impaled by a corn rake or a pitchfork. Todd claimed Amy must have fainted and fallen on it causing her death. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss Amy Mullis. On its face, he did everything he could to save…

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Reconnecting With The Emotional Self Through VR with Sarah Ticho 47:06

7M ago47:06

47:06

In this episode, I’m talking to Sarah Ticho, founder of Hatsumi and Co-founder of XR Health Alliance about the fascinating intersection of virtual reality (VR), immersive media, health, and well-being. Sarah’s work focuses on using VR to create human-centred, immersive experiences that redefine how we understand emotions, memory, and identity. We d…

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Suzanne Simpson 1:05:11

7M ago1:05:11

1:05:11

Suzanne, a 51-year-old mother of four from Olmos Park, Texas, is currently missing but presumed dead. Despite multiple searches, including a sweep of the landfill in Bexar County, Suzanne still has not been found. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the disappearance of Suzanne Simpson. It’s a case with circumstances that are all too familiar to tho…

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Gary Farris 52:21

7M ago52:21

52:21

Gary Farris was a very successful commercial real estate attorney in the metro Atlanta area. By 2018, he had been married to his wife Melody for thirty-eight years, and the couple had four adult children. They seemed like the perfect couple with the perfect family. But when Gary was found dead secrets began to be revealed. Join Mike and Morf as the…

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Perspective Agents in the Autonomous Age with Chris Perry 1:01:47

8M ago1:01:47

1:01:47

In this episode we delve into the transformative impact of AI on humanity and society with Chris Perry, Chief Innovation Officer and Chair at Weber Shandwick Futures. His new book, "Perspective Agents," challenges traditional views of news media and information gathering, focusing on the emergence of AI and its potential to reshape our knowledge so…

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Stephanie Coyle 1:13:53

8M ago1:13:53

1:13:53

In 1993, 74-year-old Stephanie Coyle was murdered inside her home. Adding to the brutality and mystery, a large symbol was carved into her back. This is a case that has gone unsolved for over 3 decades. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the murder of Stephanie Coyle. In this episode, we called on trained criminologist, Dr. Lee Mellor who worked on…

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Educational Paradigm Shift - Media Arts Education and AI for Holistic Learning 20:52

8M ago20:52

20:52

The combination of Media Arts Education (MAE) and AI provides a more holistic and engaging learning experience than traditional education (TE). MAE emphasizes embodied cognition, multimodal learning, and active, student-centered approaches to learning. The author asserts that MAE mirrors our societal digital nervous system and provides a platform f…

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Visionary Problem Solver - Patelco Credit Union's Chief Technology and Transformation Officer, Kal Majmundar 16:32

8M ago16:32

16:32

Ready to lead with impact? Kal Majmundar, Chief Technology and Transformation Officer of Patelco Credit Union, shares game-changing insights for leaders eager to solve core issues and make a difference. Drawing from over three decades at top organizations like Visa and Mattel, Cal explains how to align innovation with financial wellness, especially…

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Cyber Leadership Unlocked - Parexel Chief Information Security Officer, Nelly Nauman 22:45

8M ago22:45

22:45

Ever wonder how cybersecurity leaders protect what matters most in healthcare? Nelly Nauman, Chief Information Security Officer at Parexel, joins Ben Fanning to share her journey from finance to biopharma and the critical role storytelling plays in safeguarding patient data. Discover how Nelly bridges the gap between technical teams and decision-ma…

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Kristen Trickle 54:25

8M ago54:25

54:25

On Oct 30th, 2019, 26-year-old Kristen Trickle was preparing for the Halloween festivities. The next morning, Kristen's husband, Colby, woke up to a loud noise. He quickly realized that his wife was lying in bed dying from a gunshot wound. Colby called 911 to report that his wife had shot herself. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the death of Kri…

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Supremacy: The Race for AI Dominance with Parmy Olson 39:55

8M ago39:55

39:55

Will Microsoft or Google win the race to control the future of AI? In this episode I’m talking to journalist and author Parmy Olson whose new book “Supremacy: AI, Chat GPT, and the Race That Will Change the World” explores the fierce competition between Microsoft and Google to lead the AI revolution. We discuss the motivations of tech pioneers like…

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Leslie Preer and Christine Franke 57:16

8M ago57:16

57:16

On May 2nd, 2001, 50-year-old wife and mother Leslie Preer didn't show up to work. She was found dead in her Chevy Chase, Maryland home. One October 21st, 2001, 25-year-old Christine Franke was found dead inside her apartment in Orlando, Florida. Both cases would go unsolved for decades. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the cases of Leslie Preer …

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Introducing Gone Cold – Texas True Crime 7:32

8M ago7:32

7:32

This is a preview of Gone Cold’s coverage of the 2007 case of 19-year-old Brittany Danielle McGlone, who was viciously attacked and savagely slain in her boyfriend’s bed while the rest of the home’s inhabitants were away. As you’re listening, join gone cold’s mission to bring these forgotten cases back into the public’s awareness by subscribing to …

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