Jewelry Store Robbery Ends in Crashes — Then Brad Meltzer Drops a Chilling New Thriller

The show kicks off with Rams hype — “1, 2, 3… RAMS!” — plus a fun conversation about Tim’s brief life as a model, stadium anthems, and what song truly represents the Rams, sparked by Fernando Mendoza singing Fernando at the stadium.  Things turn intense with breaking news as a jewelry store robbery in Anaheim Hills leads to a high-speed pursuit that ends in two separate collisions, raising questions about public safety and police chases.  Bestselling author Brad Meltzer joins the show to talk about The Viper, the third novel in his Zig & Nola series. Meltzer breaks down the fast-paced thriller centered on a deadly conspiracy hidden inside a burial suit, a decades-old mystery, and the emotional investigation tied to the murder of Zig and Nola’s mother. Expect twists, tension, and insight into the unique dynamic that drives the series.  The hour wraps with Brad Meltzer reflecting on many of his most popular and beloved books, sharing stories from his career and what keeps readers hooked. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.