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We aim to amplify the voices and experiences of individuals and communities throughout history to the current day who have been historically excluded, marginalized, oppressed, and exploited in the fields of science and medicine. This encompasses a focus on “unsung heroes” from underrepresented groups who have made major, oft-unrecognized contributions to their fields; examples of exploitation or exclusion of communities of people in the pursuit of medical advancement; and the struggles and t ...
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Justice Unmasked: Family Court Corruption" is an AI-generated podcast dedicated to uncovering the hidden truths, systemic flaws, and real-life struggles faced by families navigating the family court system. While the podcast is hosted by AI, the stories shared are real, backed by factual evidence, and rooted in the lived experiences of those fighting against a broken system. Each episode shines a light on the often-overlooked stories of parents and children, exposes the tactics and practices ...
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***Holistic Voice Coaching & Creative Mentorship for Female Singers*** Have you drifted away from singing, but lately, it’s been calling you back? Did something shake your confidence and you’re trying to work up the courage to sing in front of people again? Have you always felt a deep desire inside of you to sing - and it’s getting harder to ignore? Are you longing to be seen and heard, but find yourself holding back and hiding instead? Do you wish you could reconnect with that part of you t ...
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If you’ve been trying to figure out a starting point for sharing your voice in the world and you’ve been searching for a place where your voice feels at home, then today’s episode is for you. I’ll walk you through a journaling exercise consisting of 10 questions to ask yourself to determine how you want to use your voice, what kinds of opportunitie…
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What happens when the legal system designed to protect families is instead used to tear them apart? In this gripping episode of Justice Unmasked: Family Court Corruption, we unravel the complex legal battle of Laura Smith, a mother from Denton County, Texas, who is fighting to clear her name and reclaim her rights. Representing herself in court, La…
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Have you been shying away from those high notes? Are you afraid to lean into them so you back off and don’t give them the full power of your sound? Or maybe you’re someone who isn’t afraid to go for it, but when you do reach for those high notes, they feel tense, closed off, pushed, forced or even harsh? Almost like you just hit a ceiling and you’r…
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Filing a motion in family court can be an intimidating process, but it doesn't have to be. In this episode of Navigating Family Court: A Step-by-Step Guide to Filing a Motion, we break down the essentials of filing a motion, providing a clear, step-by-step guide to help you navigate the complexities of family law. Whether you're seeking child custo…
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Family courts are supposed to protect children, but what happens when they tear families apart based on false accusations? In this deeply emotional episode of Separated Without a Voice: A Mother’s Heartbreaking Fight Against False Accusations and Family Court Bias, we share the heartbreaking story of Elena Ward, a mother from Johnson County, Kansas…
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In this explosive episode of Justice Unmasked: Family Court Corruption, we dive into the serious allegations brought against Guardian ad Litem, Victor Langston, by petitioner Elena Ward (Case No. 17CV3057). Ms. Ward's formal complaint paints a troubling picture of bias, misrepresentation, and a failure to fulfill his legal duties as a child advocat…
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n this episode of Fight for Fairness: The Legal Battle of Stacy Lynn Dimarco, we explore the complex legal battle in the case of Stacy Lynn Dimarco (also known as Stacy Lynn Jones) vs. The State of Oklahoma (Case No. F-2024-37). Stacy Lynn Dimarco appeals her convictions for violating a child custody order and obstructing an officer, presenting thr…
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Dive deep into the controversial and complex world of parental alienation within custody disputes in this compelling podcast. "Unmasking Parental Alienation" offers a comprehensive analysis, featuring insights from the Conscious Co-Parenting Institute (CCPI), the groundbreaking work of Dr. Craig Childress, and a critical examination of the expertis…
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In this episode of Appeal Dismissal Errors & Alleged Court Violations: The Agnes Mecurry & Etha Jones Case, we delve into the recent legal developments surrounding the appeal dismissal of Agnes Mecurry and Etha Jones (Case No. 24-5786). The appellants argue that their appeal was wrongfully dismissed due to an oversight in court procedures, specific…
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Have you ever had a performance where everything went wrong? Or where one thing didn’t go well, but that’s the part you remember and so it just feels like the whole thing was a complete train wreck? Have you ever received negative feedback after sharing your voice and singing your heart out and it left you feeling beaten down, wounded and timid, un…
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In this episode of Behind the Bench, we take a deep dive into the troubling complaints filed against Guardian Ad Litem Bradly Wagner and Judge David Steel, both key figures in Johnson County, Kansas' family court. Christina Wheeler, a mother from Gardner, Kansas, shares her harrowing experience battling systemic bias and alleged misconduct in her p…
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Dive deep into the backbone of American justice with this enlightening episode, where we explore the intricate workings of the U.S. Federal Court System. From the ground up, learn about the three-tiered structure of trial, appellate, and Supreme courts that keep the scales of justice balanced. We'll dissect how federal courts operate under limited …
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In this gripping episode of our podcast, we delve deep into the harrowing story of Daisy, a four-year-old girl failed by the very institutions meant to protect her. Facing grave injustices and overlooked by New Jersey’s Division of Child Protection and Permanency, Daisy's plight exposes a systemic failure at every level. Join us as we uncover how m…
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Tune into "Mathew's Stand," where we delve into the high-stakes legal battle of Mathew Peters v. Abby Johnson, et al., taking place in the United States District Court for the District of Arizona. This episode sheds light on the critical issues surrounding family courts and civil rights, focusing on the termination of parental rights and subsequent…
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Dive into the complex intersection of federal and family court jurisdictions in "Federal vs. Family Court: Tara Smith's Jurisdictional Struggle." This episode takes a closer look at Tara Smith's contentious case against Baltimore County, Maryland, et al., heard in the District of Maryland. Focusing on the pressing issues of federal court abstention…
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In this critical episode of our legal podcast, we explore the limitations of federal habeas corpus in child custody disputes and why this underscores the pressing need for comprehensive family court reform. We'll dive into two eye-opening cases - Montemayor v. Dallas County Child Protective Services and Vosburgh v. Berger - that reveal how the curr…
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In this gripping episode, we delve into the complex and emotionally charged case of Matthew Escalante, a father whose relentless legal battle against the Kansas family court system has inadvertently highlighted critical issues in both state and federal judicial processes. Through a series of federal court filings, Escalante's story reveals the desp…
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In this eye-opening episode of our legal podcast, we delve into two compelling cases from the United States District Court in Massachusetts that starkly illustrate the urgent need for family court reform. The Shalders and Perez cases serve as powerful examples of how the current system can fail families, pitting parental rights against government i…
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Echoes of Silence: A Struggle for Justice" is a compelling podcast that delves into the profound challenges individuals face when their pleas for help go unheard. Each episode reveals the disturbing reality of individuals fighting against a system that often fails to listen. We examine the distressing impact of stalking, harassment, and false accus…
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Hey Friend, In today’s episode we’re gonna talk about all those unfinished songs and unused ideas that may or may not be piling up in scattered places throughout your mind, your computer, your phone notes, your journals, scraps of paper, bits of recordings... aaahh, yes. Such is the way of the creative spirit! You see, I've recently had a perspecti…
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In this gripping episode of "Bench Bias," we delve into a controversial family court case that has sparked intense debate over alleged judicial bias, due process violations, and the disregard of substantial evidence. The case involves a mother's struggle to reclaim her parental rights and seek justice through a Writ of Mandamus. Join us as we unpac…
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Join us on "Justice Unheard: A Mother's Battle in Family Court," a gripping podcast series that dives deep into the heart-wrenching stories of parents navigating the complex and often controversial world of family court. Each episode uncovers real-life cases, like that of Whitney Thompson, who fought valiantly to protect her children from an enviro…
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Have you been feeling like your voice and expression are stuck inside of you? Maybe you’ve suppressed your voice for a long time, or maybe you’re finally feeling like things are moving, but it’s kind of lopsided or clunky. Maybe something just feels out of alignment and you can’t quite get your voice to do what you want it to do. In this week’s epi…
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In today’s episode, I’m covering another one of my favorite topics ~ expression. How to convey emotion through your singing voice and sing with feeling. I’ll highlight 7 key ingredients that go into expressive singing ~ the kind that touches the heart, the kind that moves people, the kind that makes them feel things, the kind that makes YOU ~ the s…
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Hey there, Songbird! In today’s episode, we’re diving into a little bit of vocal technique ~ but don’t worry ~ we’re keeping it simple! We’re talking about getting to know your voice and its capabilities by gaining an understanding of your vocal range and how to navigate the different parts of it. When you deepen your understanding of the resonance…
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When did you stop singing? What was it that caused you to shut down your voice? And when did you notice that desire return? When did you realize it wasn’t going anywhere and all you could do was surrender to it? This episode goes out to the wounded singer ~ the woman who shut down her voice somewhere along the way and stopped singing. The woman who…
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Have you found yourself facing a really harsh inner critic anytime you listen back to a recording of yourself singing? Or holding back your full sound because you’re too worried about what it sounds like? Maybe you’re unsure of what it’s even supposed to sound like… In today’s episode, I talk about what to do instead of the worry and the self-judgm…
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Finding your voice is a journey ~ whether we’re talking about your singing voice or your authentic self-expression as a whole. As you set out to explore and discover the truth about who you are, how you were designed, what makes you unique, what makes you just as human as the rest of us, and how you’re called to use your voice in the world, you wil…
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Hey Friend, In today’s episode, we’re covering one of my favorite topics ~ how to use your singing voice as an instrument for healing yourself and others. I’ll share with you 3 ways to tap into the natural healing power of your voice and how you can apply them in your own voice practice and on your own journey from the head to the heart. So if you …
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Hey Friend, Do you have a creative passion project? You know... the one that’s been sitting on the back burner, collecting dust, waiting for the right time to begin again? The one that’s been on your heart for quite some time now, but you keep pushing it aside for someday? Yeah, that one… I know because I have one, too! Well, what would it be like …
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Hey Friend! In the moments leading up to sharing your voice and singing for people, there can be a lot of noise going through your mind as the butterflies take over and the nerves set in. It’s almost enough to keep you from doing it at all ~ if you let it. But if you can move past that fear and sing through it, you’ll rediscover your love of singin…
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Hey Friend! As much as we would love to live in a state of constant creative flow, the reality is that we can often lose touch with our inspiration. We can easily find ourselves distracted, stagnant, losing sight of why we started something in the first place, stuck in a rut of apathy or boredom. If you’ve been feeling like your creative flame has …
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Do you sometimes question whether or not you can call yourself a singer? No matter your level of experience or musical background, this question may rise up in you along the vocal journey, whether you’re just embarking on this new adventure or coming back to your voice after many years of distance. When you’re going through a creative dry spell, or…
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Struggling to find the time and energy to devote to your art? I get it ~ the struggle is real. If you’ve been having difficulty finding uninterrupted time for singing and making music, I want you to know that you’re not alone ~ and there is hope. In today’s episode, we’re having a little heart to heart about what it really takes to nourish your cre…
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Hey there, Friend! In today’s episode, I guide you through a step-by-step creative exercise to help you heal your relationship with your singing voice. If you’re struggling with a harsh inner critic or suffering from a painful memory that makes you want to curl into a ball and hide away in a cave rather than sharing your voice, the expressive arts …
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Hey Friend, Ahh, yes. The comparison trap. It shows up in all areas of life as human beings, so it’s no surprise that as singers and artists, it has the potential to derail us from even believing our voice is worth sharing. But this doesn’t have to be your story. This is a trap that is completely avoidable when you recognize it, see it for what it …
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Hey there, Songbird! Perhaps you know by now that the desire to express yourself through your voice ~ to experience what it feels like to sing with freedom and feeling ~ that desire is not going away. When the calling ~ the deep longing ~ is there, I believe it was planted there for a reason. That means it’s IN you ~ the music, the gift, the song i…
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Hey Friend, Some call it performance anxiety. Others call it stage fright. Whatever name you give it ~ it’s that feeling you get in your gut when you even think about singing in front of people. That feeling when your breath gets shallow, your palms get sweaty, your heart starts pounding, your body starts shaking uncontrollably and your throat clos…
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Hey Friend, Today I’m talking about that uncomfortable, voiceless place we sometimes find ourselves in when we’re stuck between the old and the new. What do you do when you find yourself feeling totally disconnected from things you created in the past, but a bit intimidated to tap into and create from where you are today? What do you do when the ol…
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Hey there, Songbird! Do you ever feel like you’ve forgotten why you started singing in the first place? Like you’ve somehow drifted away from the heart of it all? If you’ve found yourself caught up in your head about vocal technique and the inner critic has taken over, this episode is a must listen. Today I’m sharing with you one simple shift in ho…
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Hey there Songbird! Are you wondering if your creative work is ready to share? How do you know if it’s finished? Today we’re talking about the art of letting go… letting go of your creations, sharing your music, putting your songs out there, releasing your creative work into the world. And sometimes, this “letting go” means… putting a piece to rest…
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Hey Friend! In this episode of Reawaken Your Voice, we’re talking about 3 things that are keeping you from sharing your voice. These are common pitfalls that I see over and over again in the artists I work with (and that I’ve experienced myself on my own vocal journey!). But I won’t leave you hanging ~ I’ll also be giving you a simple yet profound …
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Hey Friend! Ever feel like your voice practice is more of a chore on your to-do list than a creative playground that draws you in? Are you longing for that feeling of getting in the zone with your music? Do you want to reconnect with your voice and with your natural desire to actually work on your art? If you’re feeling the need to spice up your si…
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Hey Friend! In this first episode of Reawaken Your Voice, I'll share my story with you… how I went from opera singer & voice teacher to silent cave dweller and artist in hiding to holistic voice coach, sound healer, and singer songwriter. I’ll also share my vision for the show and how I’ve been inspired to pour into YOU as we embark on this podcast…
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Welcome to Reawaken Your Voice ~ a sanctuary and playground for female singers who want to revive singing in their life and share the music inside of them. This is a nurturing space for you to receive the support you need to: Heal your relationship with your voice. Find freedom from the inner critic, release stuck emotions from past singing experie…
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An update for the long awaited season 2! There is no excuse for this one - except for our busy life in research and Jai (the person writing this description) simply forgetting to upload on time. In this mini episode Jamal and Megan will tell you how we are changing the structure of the show from here on out. Get ready to be informed!…
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Come along with us as we explore the life of the amazing Dr Vivian Thomas; his humble beginnings and how his techniques are still being still being used in heart surgeries for Infant Methemoglobinemia (Blue Baby Syndrome)Reclaim the Bench Podcast による
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In 1967, a group of 26 men from Pittsburgh’s struggling Hill District patrolled the streets in an unprecedented way. They were Black men with Afros and uniforms that read Freedom House Paramedics, trained in advanced pre-hospital medical procedures never seen before. The Freedom House story is both fascinating and tragic. This group was the first i…
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Continuing on our theme of inspiring people, let us introduce you to Dr Dorothy Brown, the first black woman to become a surgeon in the deep south of the United States of America. Be inspired by her story of perseverance and listen to Megan and Jamal be dazzled in her resolve to never back down, no matter how they would try to oppress her.…
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