Best Ariel Davis Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 9 Featuring Aaron Sparks 1:18:22

12d ago1:18:22

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Send us a text In this episode of the "Bottoms Up" podcast, Joshua Davis interviews Aaron Sparks, focusing on Aaron's journey from the music industry to becoming a prominent figure in the bartending world. They discuss the importance of black creatives telling their stories and Aaron's challenges in transitioning from a traditional job to bartendin…

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Episode 8 featuring J'Nai Angelle 1:01:50

26d ago1:01:50

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Send us a text J’Nai Angelle, is a bartender and cocktail & spirits educator who is recognized as "NOLA’s favorite virtual bartender" by Where Y’at NOLA Magazine and “NOLA’s Finest Bartender by Essence magazine. A proud native of New Orleans, Louisiana, she holds a degree from LSU and brings over a decade of bartending expertise to the table. Her j…

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78: The Art of Fauna - Klemens Strasser 1:29:46

26d ago1:29:46

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Klemens Strasser joins the show to talk about his indie iOS game development career, winning an Apple Design Award, and how he built and launched his latest game The Art of Fauna. Video Version Watch the video version on YouTube Links & Show Notes Klemens on Bluesky Klemens on Mastodon Klemens on Twitter Klemens website The Art of Fauna Flexibits R…

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Episode 7 featuring Turning Tables .....Toure Folkes and Ariel Neal 1:10:32

1M ago1:10:32

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Send us a text Turning Tables is a nonprofit organization based in New Orleans. It is dedicated to transforming the hospitality industry by providing mentorship, cultivating leadership, and creating career pathways while advocating for equity. Their vision is to establish a hospitality sector in New Orleans and beyond that is a model of inclusivity…

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Episode 6 Featuring Keyatta Mincey- Parker 1:12:33

1M ago1:12:33

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Send us a text Keyatta Mincey Parker is a prominent figure in the spirits and cocktails industry, serving as the Chief Curating Officer at Pictures and Cocktails LLC. With over two decades of experience in hospitality, which includes hotels, fine dining, and clubs, she made a successful transition from modeling to mixology. Her creativity and abili…

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Episode 5 featuring Lavell Miller 1:13:41

2M ago1:13:41

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Send us a text Lavell (@thebartwinders) and Mr. Mixologist had a great conversation about building oneself up in the industry, Black fathers, Lavell's rap career, and even got a taste of African Agave . Tune in and enjoy this candid discussion. This episode is brought to you by Josh Davis, otherwise known as Mr. Mixologist Follow us on Instagram @B…

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Confronting Goliath: A Repository for the Mississippi Missing 37:55

2M ago37:55

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Dr. Jesse Goliath, a forensic anthropologist and Assistant Professor at Mississippi State University, established the Mississippi Repository for Missing and Unidentified Persons in 2023 after discovering the lack of a comprehensive state database. Using technology like ground-penetrating radar, his team identified Felecia Cox's remains, highlightin…

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Episode 4 featuring Mark Coulter 1:20:03

2M ago1:20:03

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Send us a text Mark Coulter is a Chicago-based industry professional and bartender who has worked in several award-winning bars. He is WSET Level 2 certified and has served as a Red Coat in the CAPS program for Tales of the Cocktail. Mark has generously offered his time for many years in leadership roles at Camp Runamok and currently serves on the …

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Episode 3 Featuring Jackie Summers 1:17:27

2M ago1:17:27

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Send us a text We had the opportunity to sit down and talk with one of the most engaging figures in and out of the beverage industry, Jackie Summers. He is a James Beard Finalist, a seasoned public speaker, and a serial entrepreneur. Summers is the founder of JackFromBrooklyn Inc. and the creator of the award-winning Sorel Liqueur. In this episode,…

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Episode 2 Featuring Tiffanie Barriere 1:05:25

2M ago1:05:25

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Send us a text Tiffanie Barriere, known as "The Drinking Coach," is a prominent figure in the Black creative community and a staple in the bartending world. Originally from Louisiana and now based in Atlanta, Tiffanie has earned her place as a bar royalty in her own right as an independent bartender. She is recognized for her innovative cocktail me…

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Episode 1 Featuring Mia Love 1:04:53

3M ago1:04:53

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Send us a text In this kickoff episode of the Bottoms Up Podcast with Mr. Mixologist, we speak with Oakland, California native Mia Love. Mia is one of the most interesting people in our industry, boasting a vast array of talents. She works full-time at Stanford University and is also a financial advisor, the owner of a mobile bar service, and a con…

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Framing Hope: Samuel Easterling 26:21

3M ago26:21

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With little help from the New Orleans Police Department, parents Scott and Sandy Easterling, hired their own P.I. to investigate what happened to their son, Samuel Easterling, who has been missing for over six months. Samuel (31) whose nickname is "Saint" is a professional photographer who was last seen walking alone in the Bywater area on August 2…

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77: AltStore - Riley Testut 1:45:14

3M ago1:45:14

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Riley Testut joins the show to talk about his history in iOS emulators and the wild story behind the creation of AltStore, one of the first alternative app stores for iOS. Video Version Watch the video version on YouTube Links & Show Notes Riley on Mastodon Riley on Bluesky Riley on Twitter AltStore Delta Riley's personal website Shoot Around GBA4i…

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This Girl's a Killer (and a Bestseller!)-Are Women Better at Crime in Fiction and IRL? 28:01

3M ago28:01

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Are women better at crime-ing? Experts have noted that female serial killers are the least studied and possibly the most prolific. Joining us is debut author and Louisiana native, Emma C. Wells, here to discuss her novel, This Girl's A Killer, a USA Today bestseller, which follows Cordelia Black, a pharmaceutical rep with an affinity for Louboutin …

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A Missing Husband 24:55

4M ago24:55

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Willard Daspit Jr. has been missing September 10, 2023. His motorcycle was found crashed near his property on Bayou Alexander Highway in the Coteau Homes neighborhood of St. Martinville. His glasses were also found at the scene, which led his wife Lara, joining us today, to believe that her husband was in need of help as he is visually impaired. He…

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76: Christmas Special with Jordan Morgan 1:24:25

5M ago1:24:25

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For our annual Christmas special, Jordan Morgan joins the show to talk life, indie careers, and an announcement on the future of Launched. Video Version Watch the video version on YouTube Links & Show Notes Swiftjective-C (Jordan's Blog) Jordan on Mastodon Jordan on Twitter A Best-in-Class iOS App Elite Hoops RevenueCat Superwall More Launched Yout…

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Suspicious Drownings Part 2: A Deep Dive Into Lady Bird Lake 54:38

8M ago54:38

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{Part 2} Re-joining us is our full panel from Part 1, here to discuss some updates in 2024 on the drownings in Lady Bird Lake. Particularly, a survivor Jeff Jones, who sustained life threatening injuries after falling off the bridge, just missing the Shoal Creek. The discovery of Rohypnol in his toxicology report fueled speculation about whether he…

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Suspicious Drownings Part 1: A Deep Dive Into Lady Bird Lake 41:21

8M ago41:21

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{PART 1} The string of Lady Bird Lake drownings have become a significant topic of discussion in Austin, Texas. The victims appear to be all men, mostly middle-aged who have gone out to eat with their families, celebrate promotions, bachelor trips, etc. only to have been found dead in the lake. None of the men showed signs of a struggle or assault …

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Unveiling the Tapestry: Trauma, Healing, and Family Secrets with Lisa Nikolidakis 34:44

9M ago34:44

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In this episode, prize-winning writer and professor, Lisa Nikolidakis, joins us to discuss her memoir, No One Crosses the Wolf: A Memoir, a brave and unflinching account of survival. Growing up in the shadow of a violent and abusive father, Lisa's childhood was abundant with fear and isolation. Her escape from this toxic environment was only the be…

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75: Sean Allen 46:49

10M ago46:49

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Live in Chicago at Deep Dish Swift 2024, prolific Youtuber Sean Allen joins the show to talk about building his successful iOS development focused Youtube channel and his recent indie app Creator View. Video episode on Youtube Links & Show Notes Sean on Twitter Sean on Mastodon Sean on Youtube Sean's iOS Dev Courses Storyboards vs Code (first iOS v…

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Data & Delivery: A Gynecologist Analyzes Unspoken Patterns in Pregnancy Homicides 27:31

12M ago27:31

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Research has shown that homicide is the second-leading cause of pregnancy related-deaths. This episode sheds light on a troubling rate of homicides involving the pregnant and postpartum population in the United States, with a particular spike in 2020. Dr. Veronica Gillispie-Bell, a board-certified OBGYN, joins the discussion to unpack the findings …

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The Delta Daughter and the Dark Deed: A Look at Matricide in "Deer Creek Drive" 25:21

1y ago25:21

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In 1948 in Mississippi, socialite Ruth Dickins is convicted of savagely attacking her mother with gardening shears (150 stab wounds!) but makes an unfounded claim that a Black intruder is to blame. Despite inconsistencies in her story, she's sentenced to life, only to be released after 6 years. Joining us to dissect this case of matricide, race, an…

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The Green Hand of Justice with David Gibson 40:46

1y ago40:46

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Ever wondered how a simple leaf or a speck of pollen can crack a case? Dr. David Gibson, a forensic botanist, professor, and author of Planting Clues: How Plants Solve Crimes teaches us to how to combat 'plant blindness:' the idea that plants are all just the same thing. Dr. David Gibson reveals: The secret language of plants: How seemingly unremar…

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Beyond the Flash: Ramona Emerson 31:53

1y ago31:53

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Ramona Emerson, joins us to discuss Shutter which was longlisted for the 2022 National Book Award for Fiction, whose central character, Rita, works as a crime scene photographer with the unique ability to communicate with the dead, which poses some challenges as a Navajo person. Inspired by Ramona's own experience working with the police department…

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Minisode: Chien de Lune 31:06

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Our minisodes are a break from true crime and for this one gather around the campfire! We are joined by special guest and Michelle's dad, John Bedford Jeanis, to discuss the secret but yes, well-documented, family legend of their ancestor, Jean Jeanis, who is believed by the folks of Pointe Noire to shift into a 'mangy dog' at will otherwise known …

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74: Apple Vision Pro - Christian Selig & Devin Davies 1:25:12

1+ y ago1:25:12

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Christian Selig & Devin Davies join the show for a special video episode about the launch of Apple Vision Pro and both developer's apps, Juno and Crouton, that released on day one of the brand new App Store. Video episode on Youtube Links & Show Notes Devin Davies Twitter Mastodon Threads Christian Selig Twitter Mastodon Threads Crouton Juno Spatia…

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The Clean Up Crew 21:56

1+ y ago21:56

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Dr. Lauren Pharr Parks, a forensic anthropologist, joins us to discuss how studying vultures' scavenging habits can affect crime scenes and solve cases. Be sure to watch her TED Talk !

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Under the Radar 40:20

1+ y ago40:20

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Mark Michaud, a retired Slidell police officer, is a search and recovery expert and is the founder of Southeast Louisiana Underwater Search and Recovery, a nonprofit that offers something invaluable to the families of the missing. He shares with us some stories of recovery diving from his earlier years as well as the new advancements made to sonar.…

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The Long Island Ogre 44:34

1+ y ago44:34

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Thanks to forensic genetic genealogy and a pizza crust, in July of 2023 a perpetrator was arrested in connection with the case of the Long Island Serial Killings known as (LISK). Described as 'Ogre -like' in witness reports at 6'4 , 59-year-old Manhattan architect and Massapequa Park resident, Rex Heuermann, has been linked to the murders of Meliss…

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73: Christmas Special with Jordan Morgan 1:14:51

1+ y ago1:14:51

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For our annual Christmas special, Jordan Morgan joins the show to talk life, indie careers, and an announcement on the future of Launched. Links & Show Notes Jordan on Mastodon Jordan on Twitter Swiftjective-C (Jordan's Blog) A Best-in-Class iOS App Dark Noise RevenueCat 🚀 Rocket Patrons Cameron McEfee More Launched Website - launchedfm.com Twitter…

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Minisode: The Watcher 35:04

1+ y ago35:04

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Our minisodes are a break from true crime where we discuss Michelle's internet search history, which is teeming with all things weird and wonderful. We are joined by special guest Paige to explore the topic of voyeurism in connection with The Voyeur's Motel, a nonfiction book written by the journalistic icon, Gay Talese, which was only just release…

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72: Bridges - Jonathan Ruiz 1:02:38

1+ y ago1:02:38

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Jonathan Ruiz joins the show to talk about building and launching the link saving app Bridges. Edited by Jonathan Ruiz Links & Show Notes Jonathan on Mastodon Bridges Relay FM Mark Fransen Swift Playgrounds Hacking with Swift 🚀 Rocket Patrons Cameron McEfee More Launched Website - launchedfm.com Twitter - @LaunchedFM Mastodon - @[email protected]…

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Ninja Nancy 32:41

1+ y ago32:41

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Nancy from Damsel in Defense joins us to discuss how we can all use products for empowerment and self-defense! We learned why parking lots and grocery stores are potential hot zones for attacks and how to make tools like the kubotan, pepper spray, and stun guns functional for everyday use and even some more equipment that was not on our radar! Be s…

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A Federal Public Defender's Fight for Fairness 16:23

1+ y ago16:23

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Rebecca Hudsmith , a Louisiana Federal Public Defender, shares a trying moment of having a client on death row, as well as a monumental moment of arguing a case in the Supreme Court, all in pursuit of upholding a system of justice that works for us all.

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The Cajun Death Investigator 29:19

1+ y ago29:19

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Toby Savoy is a Death Investigator who works for the Coroner's Office in south Louisiana. With over 18 years of experience, Toby is a veteran in the field. He explains to us which seasons are more active for motorcycle accidents versus suicides, how he determines time of death, why your cat is more likely to eat you than your dog, what Cajuns keep …

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71: Mimestream - Neil Jhaveri 1:50:30

1+ y ago1:50:30

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Neil Jhaveri joins the show to talk about building and launching the outstanding Mac email client Mimestream. Edited by Jonathan Ruiz Support Launched ⭐️ Become a member to support the show and get ad-free episodes! Links & Show Notes Neil on Mastodon Mimestream Michael Simmons Flexibits Cabel Sasser Panic Fastmail 🚀 Rocket Patrons Cameron McEfee M…

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Battered Child Syndrome 31:50

1+ y ago31:50

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Lon Isaacson, retired California attorney and host's Scarlett's godfather, discusses some pivotal moments in his career. Beginning with his early contributions to California's child abuse reporting laws. As a then UCLA law student, Lon was hired by a law firm that was tasked with trying to find who should be held financially responsible for the inj…

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Surviving Grooming, Kidnapping, and Sexual Abuse 34:37

1+ y ago34:37

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In 1984 at age 11, Jody Plauché was abducted from his home in Baton Rouge by his karate teacher, Jeff Doucet, and was taken to California. Jody's case then made headlines when his father, Gary Plauché, shot Jeff on live TV as he was being escorted off a plane to face criminal charges relating to child molestation. Jody went on to pursue a life of a…

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70: AppFigures - Ariel Michaeli 1:44:31

1+ y ago1:44:31

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Ariel Michaeli, co-founder and CEO of AppFigures, joins the show to talk about his career and building and launching the popular mobile app intelligence and ASO service. Edited by Jonathan Ruiz Support Launched ⭐️ Become a member to support the show and get ad-free episodes! Links & Show Notes Ariel on Twitter AppFigures Neil Patel Steve P. Young C…

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Into the Lion's Den: An Abandoned Informant 23:10

1+ y ago23:10

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Back in September 2022, A Louisiana woman working as a confidential informant was sent undercover into a drug sting and was raped twice, as a result of being left 'alone and unmonitored.' Reporting on the story is Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative reporter with the Associated Press, Jim Mustian, here to discuss the subject of confidential inform…

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69: TelemetryDeck - Lisa Figas & Daniel Jilg 1:23:31

1+ y ago1:23:31

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Lisa Figas & Daniel Jilg join the show to talk about launching and building the privacy focused analytics service TelemetryDeck. Edited by Jonathan Ruiz Episode Sponsors Timing - Get 10% off your first bill using this link Links & Show Notes TelemetryDeck Lisa on Twitter Lisa on LinkedIn Daniel on Twitter Daniel on Mastodon Trent Reznor Meredith Wh…

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Abduction, Ransom, and Murder in Mamou 19:44

1+ y ago19:44

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Jordan LaHaye Fontenot (Managing Editor of Country Roads Magazine) joins the pod to discuss her forthcoming true crime book, HOME OF THE HAPPY: A MURDER ON THE CAJUN PRAIRIE, which details the crime that still haunts her family, the 1983 abduction, ransom, and murder of her great-grandfather, Aubrey LaHaye, a prominent banker in Mamou Louisiana. Jo…

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I Want To Believe 25:03

1+ y ago25:03

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Beam me up, Scotty! Joining us is special guest Reggie Buck, a south Louisiana-based representative from The Scientific Coalition for UAP Studies (SCU) who collects and debunks evidence and experiences from the community and beyond regarding UAP or "unidentified aerial phenomenon." Similar to the stories we hear on the show from those whose lives a…

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Trailer: Season Two 2:44

1+ y ago2:44

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Hi there! Back for Season Two, Michelle and Scarlett continue to offer listeners a curation of interviews from experts, criminologists, and truth-seekers who begin the dialogue: what is the 'real true crime' experience? Check out the highlights from our Season Two in the trailer.

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68: Söka - Roddy Munro 55:39

1+ y ago55:39

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Roddy Munro joins the show to talk about his career and launching the AI powered bucket list app Söka. Edited by Jonathan Ruiz Episode Sponsors Kolibri for SwiftUI Links & Show Notes Roddy on Mastodon Söka Classifier Ceramispace Söka Macstories Article Chris Wu Chris Vasselli Roddy on Substack Support Launched ⭐️ Become a member to support the show…

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67: Chronicling - Rebecca Owen 1:11:54

1+ y ago1:11:54

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Rebecca Owen joins the show about launching her new event tracking app Chronicling. Edited by Jonathan Ruiz Episode Sponsors Happy Scale Links & Show Notes Rebecca on Mastodon Chronicling MATLAB Hacking with Swift Quantified self Data Jar Charty Shawn Hickman (Youtube Channel) Apple Frames Chronicling review on MacStories App: The Human Story (Docu…

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66: Structured - Leo Mehlig 1:16:53

1+ y ago1:16:53

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Leo Mehlig joins the show to talk about building and growing his day planner app Structured. Edited by Jonathan Ruiz Episode Sponsors Kaleidoscope - Coupon code "LAUNCHED" for a 10% discount on the first year. Links & Show Notes Leo on Mastodon Leo on Twitter Structured HelpKit Frederik Riedel one sec (App) Support Launched ⭐️ Become a member to su…

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65: 9to5Mac - Chance Miller 1:25:08

1+ y ago1:25:08

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Chance Miller joins the show to talk about what it means to be Editor-in-Chief at 9to5Mac. Edited by Jonathan Ruiz Episode Sponsors Kaleidoscope - Coupon code "LAUNCHED" for a 10% discount on the first year. Links & Show Notes Chance on Twitter Chance on Mastodon Chance on Threads 9to5Mac The Verge's "on background" policy Chance's Vision Pro First…

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64: Dark Noise - Charlie Chapman 1:17:08

2y ago1:17:08

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Charlie Chapman joins(?) the show to talk about his app Dark Noise with guest host Stephen Hackett. Episode Sponsors Kaleidoscope - Coupon code "LAUNCHED" for a 10% discount on the first year. Links & Show Notes Charlie on Twitter Charlie on Mastodon Dark Noise MacStories story on Dark Noise Apple adds background sounds to iOS Astropad Camo (app) D…

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63: Nihongo - Chris Vasselli 1:40:12

2y ago1:40:12

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Chris Vasselli joins the show to talk about his Japanese dictionary study app Nihongo. Edited by Jonathan Ruiz Episode Sponsors RevenueCat Kaleidoscope - Coupon code "LAUNCHED" for a 10% discount on the first year. Links & Show Notes Chris on Twitter Chris on Mastodon Nihongo Nihongo Lessons Pipe Drop Ouya (console) Hacker News Nihongo Post Product…

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