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Human trafficking is one of the most hidden crimes of our time, affecting tens of millions through forced labour and sexual exploitation. The stories can be harrowing, yet they also reveal extraordinary courage — survivors rebuilding their lives, and those who risk so much to rescue and restore them.In this episode you’ll learn about the scale of the problem in the United States and beyond, common misconceptions about victims, the long road of recovery, and the legal barriers survivors still face.We also highlight truly remarkable individuals recognized in the Heroes Wanted campaign, run by Kaleido.Charity in partnership with The Epoch Times and NTD Television — people providing housing, legal advocacy, cross-border rescue, and restoration for those who have escaped exploitation.These are stories of hope rising in the darkest places, and of ordinary people who refuse to look away.Join host Benjamin Trenerry and Cindy Drukier, an award-winning documentary filmmaker and journalist for The Epoch Times for a broad ranging discussion on this important issue.Please email your thoughts or insights on this episode to: [email protected] your support for The Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit www.RateThisPodcast.com/epochreports

Across the United States, data centers are arriving in small towns at a rapid pace, bringing promises of jobs and tax revenue—as well as plenty of local opposition. In Taylor, Texas, the conflict is especially sharp. Land donated in 1999 for a public park later changed hands and was sold for $10 million dollars to a data center developer. The planned billion-dollar facility will sit right next to a residential neighborhood. Longtime resident Pamela Griffin is leading the fight, organizing neighbors and challenging the project in court. For many residents, this is no longer just about one development—it’s about whether a promise made to their community still means anything.Join host Benjamin Trenerry and Darlene Sanchez as they delve into this story.Please email your thoughts or insights on this episode to: [email protected] your support for The Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit www.RateThisPodcast.com/epochreports

Ranchers and advocates are calling for lethal removal options of predators habituated to preying on cattle amid rising attacks.Read the original report here.Show your support for Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit www.RateThisPodcast.com/thereport

This is the story of 6-year-old Payton Obert, whose simple lemonade stand grew into an annual fundraising phenomenon.What began as one small act of kindness has created a powerful ripple effect—raising more than $5 million dollars in support for children facing medical, personal, and economic hardships in the Cincinnati area and beyond.It’s a truly heartwarming tale of one little girl’s sparkling idea… and a classic example of American giving at its best: kids learning entrepreneurship, community, and generosity all at once.This episode explores what can happen when one person decides to act selflessly and from the heart.Join host Benjamin Trenerry and Epoch Times reporter Janice Hisle as they delve into this story.Show your support for The Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit www.RateThisPodcast.com/epochreports

The rise of power-hungry data centers is posing a new challenge to the nation’s aging natural gas pipeline infrastructure.Read the original report here.Show your support for Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit www.RateThisPodcast.com/thereport

The future is here. A new generation of small, portable nuclear reactors is advancing so quickly that a nuclear-powered future is no longer a question of if, but when.Executive orders, deregulation, and private investment have accelerated development of small modular nuclear units and microreactors. Several new designs have already achieved criticality this year, with more expected by the end of 2026—the first new U.S. designs to do so since 1973.What is criticality? What’s driving demand for these portable units? Are they new technology or older concepts whose time is now? Where will these microreactors go? And, of course, how do their safety features address public concerns?Welcome to Epoch Reports from The Epoch Times—one of America’s largest independent media outlets.Join host Benjamin Trenerry and John Haughey, energy, defense, and infrastructure reporter for The Epoch Times, for a look into recent exciting advancements in portable nuclear reactor technology.Show your support for The Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit www.RateThisPodcast.com/epochreports

Arizona water dowser Jack Coel said he has found thousands of wells using a centuries-old practice that divides believers and skeptics.Read the original report here.Show your support for Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit www.RateThisPodcast.com/thereport

Nearly 2,200 beagles grew up in stacked metal cages at a Wisconsin breeding facility, destined for research labs. They had never felt grass under their paws or sunshine on their backs.This is the story of how those dogs were freed — after protests, political pressure, and the determined work of Big Dog Ranch Rescue — and how they are now discovering toys, couches, and the simple joy of being loved.We explore why beagles are the preferred breed for laboratory testing, how recent changes in U.S. law and advances in alternative methods are reducing the need for animal testing, and why the fight is still far from over.At its heart, this episode asks a deeper question: Are dogs still necessary in the creation of medicine for humans?Join host Benjamin Trenerry and Nanette Holt, an award-winning freelance reporter covering issues of national interest for The Epoch Times, as they explore this moving tale.Show your support for The Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit www.RateThisPodcast.com/epochreports

More states are reviving cursive writing instruction as educators, parents, and lawmakers say the skill supports memory, focus, fine motor development, and a connection to historical documents. Read the original report here.Show your support for Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit www.RateThisPodcast.com/thereport

For every dollar spent on food in the United States, farmers pocket just 5.8 cents. In the mid-20th century, that figure was 40 cents.Read the original report here.Show your support for Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit www.RateThisPodcast.com/thereport

July 13, 2024. Butler, Pennsylvania.One of the most consequential days in modern American history — the day a 20-year-old man attempted to assassinate President Donald Trump.A quieter, more devastating story from that afternoon belongs to Corey Comperatore, the former fire chief who was shot and killed while shielding his wife Helen and oldest daughter Allyson from the gunfire.This episode details Helen’s search for answers: to questions about the shooter, security failures, and the moments that still refuse to make sense.Epoch Times reporter Janice Hisle was on the ground that day. Here, she shares the lasting impact of what she witnessed and the bond she has formed with Helen Comperatore and the other survivors of the Butler rally.Welcome to Epoch Reports from The Epoch Times — one of America’s largest independent media outlets.Join host Benjamin Trenerry for a powerful look at that fateful day and its lingering impact.Show your support for The Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit: www.RateThisPodcast.com/epochreports

Declassified records lift the veil on internal debates over how U.S. intelligence agencies framed reports about China-linked activity around the 2020 election.Read the original report here.Show your support for Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit www.RateThisPodcast.com/thereport

A call from a mother concerned about her son’s anti-government conspiracy theories turned into a national terror probe. Read the original report here.

Journalist Marcos Schotgues has just returned from an undercover reporting trip to post-Maduro Venezuela. He brings raw insights into how one of Latin America’s richest nations collapsed into authoritarianism, mass hunger, and extreme poverty.We dig into the country’s leftist history, the global communist network that built and sustained the Chávez and Maduro regimes, and why the U.S. finally decided enough was enough—and plucked Maduro from power.This is a deep dive into how socialist ideologies crush everyday lives: brutal repression, starvation, and a mass exodus that tears families apart. Yet it’s also a story of profound resilience—a people toughened by hardship who now hold cautious hope as they work to escape authoritarianism for good.Welcome to Epoch Reports from The Epoch Times—one of America's largest independent media outlets.Host Benjamin Trenerry talks to Epoch Times Latin America correspondent Marcos Schotgues.Show your support for The Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit www.RateThisPodcast.com/epochreports

Lox and Loaded is dedicated to training the Jewish community in self-defense amid a worldwide rise in anti-Semitism, the group's leaders say.Read the original report here.

In a surprising turn of events in Trinidad, Texas, a local woman, Jennifer Coombs, was arrested for raising concerns on her Facebook page about potential water contamination.This incident has raised critical questions about free speech and the risks that citizens face when they speak out.In this episode we explore the story behind Jennifer's arrest, the implications for social media communications, and what it could mean for free expression in America.Welcome to Epoch Reports from The Epoch Times—one of America's largest independent media outlets.Host Benjamin Trenerry talks to Darlene Sanchez, author of a new report on this event.Show your support for The Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit www.RateThisPodcast.com/epochreports

World War II marked America's rise as the world's superpower, but the nation's economic foundations were laid decades before, historians say. Read the original report here. Read the original report here.

The world-famous American icon—which almost wasn’t built—will likely endure for millennia. It’s a major focal point for America’s 250th birthday this year.Read the original report here.

World Cup fans visiting the United States are falling in love with the country.While there's been plenty of drama on the pitch, off it fans from around the world have been mixing in good-natured celebration — and discovering what the United States has to offer.From massive stadiums to unforgettable food, they're embracing the unique American take on the "beautiful game."Many are also venturing off the beaten path to experience the real America. And in the process, are these visitors also helping everyday Americans rediscover the things we often take for granted?Welcome to Epoch Reports from The Epoch Times—one of America's largest independent media outlets.In today’s episode, host Benjamin Trenerry meets Aaron Gifford, author of a new report on this topic.Show your support for The Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit www.RateThisPodcast.com/epochreports

In today’s episode, host Benjamin Trenerry meets Makai Allbert, the presenter of this enlightening new documentary.Show your support for The Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit www.RateThisPodcast.com/epochreports

Americans should never have to wonder whether a procedure was done out of medical necessity or for profit, officials say. Read the original report here.Show your support for Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit www.RateThisPodcast.com/thereport

The national park system holds a special place in the American psyche—representing the rugged individualism of our forefathers.Read the original report here.

Patrick Tate Adamiak was charged with illegal possession of machine guns during the Biden administration's push for stricter gun control. Read the original report here.Read the original report here.

Popular beliefs collide with historians' accounts of how the Boston Tea Party, Paul Revere's ride, and "the shot heard 'round the world" really played out. Read the original report here.

Teen takeovers started in Chicago in 2024 and became a nationwide phenomenon in 2025. They often devolve into violence. Read the original report here.

With chemical abortion pills now readily available by mail, some pro-life advocates say abusive partners may misuse access to pressure pregnant women.Read the original report here.

Federal appeals courts have issued conflicting rulings on the Trump administration policy of denying detention review for illegal immigrants.Read the original report here.Show your support for Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit www.RateThisPodcast.com/thereport

In one case, the name of a 14-year-old shooting victim in Los Angeles was used for two decades to claim benefits, including SNAP, worth more than $280,000. Read the original report here.Show your support for Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit www.RateThisPodcast.com/thereport

An Arizona pilot born without arms has turned faith in herself into a life of flight, advocacy, and innovation.Read the original report here.Show your support for Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit www.RateThisPodcast.com/thereport

The fall of Saigon and the American Dream loom large in the primary battle for California’s 45th District, where Vietnamese American voters could tip the scales. Read the original report here.

A regenerative message is gaining ground in cowboy country and across the nation: healthy soil makes healthy food, and healthy food helps make healthy people. At a Texas ranch conference, farmers, ranchers, and health leaders discussed how old-school methods and new technology could reduce chemicals, restore soil, and reshape American agriculture.Read the original report here.

Employers could be unaware that a recent hire fraudulently ‘passed’ a previous drug or alcohol test to get back behind the wheel of a massive semitruck. Read the original report here.

Under near-constant exposure to AI output, experts say the dangers are real and the evidence is already showing up.Read the original report here.

A controversial test of parenting competency that put many Greenlanders’ kids in foster care was dropped in 2025. But parents and kids remain separated.Read the original report here.

Foreign investors will likely be scared off after Beijing blocked Meta’s $2 billion acquisition of an AI startup based in Singapore, analysts say.Read the original report here.

AI-generated writing has upended the natural mechanism that rewarded the best books with sales and popularity. Artificial intelligence has made publishing easier than ever, but industry insiders say the flood of AI-generated content is creating new hurdles for publishers, editors, and authors.

The market for second-life batteries is booming, but experts warn that safety rules have yet to catch up.Read the original report here.Show your support for Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit www.RateThisPodcast.com/thereport

The American Meteor Society says large fireball reports nearly doubled in the first three months of 2026. NASA says fireballs tend to increase during an annual spring season, but astronomers are still trying to understand what caused this year’s unusual spike.Read the original report here.

With growing demand from AI, data, and population centers, the U.S. has been losing the trillion-dollar race to rebuild its aging power grid. The scarcity of one critical component is making that even harder. Read the original report here.

EpochTV’s American Thought Leaders sat down with Taiwan’s representative to the U.S.Alexander Yui. In this interview, he discusses why Taiwan is crucial to stopping the CCPs expansion and the devastating impact that a Chinese attack on Taiwan would have on the world. Read the original report here.

The Supreme Court is expected to issue a series of major rulings before the end of June, touching on birthright citizenship, girls sports, presidential power, election rules, immigration protections, campaign finance, and death penalty standards.Read the original report here.

We recently visited the Davis–Monthan Air Force Base in Arizona, where almost 3,500 decommissioned aircraft lie in the desert heat.From arrays of modern fighter jets, to traces of Air Force history, we’ll describe the highlights of what we saw from this display of some of the greatest aircraft the country has seen.

A GOP congressman is trying to restore the District of Columbia’s original borders with his Make D.C. Square Again Act. Activists leading the long-shot campaign hope President Trump will take action.Read the original report here.Show your support for Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit www.RateThisPodcast.com/thereport

A study found that lower vitamin D levels at age 39 were linked to Alzheimer’s-related brain changes 16 years later.Read the original report here.Show your support for Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit www.RateThisPodcast.com/thereport

Best known for its role in the American Revolution, the Christ Church in the City of Boston is still home to a thriving Episcopal congregation.Read the original report here.Show your support for Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit www.RateThisPodcast.com/thereport

Cuba is struggling to keep the lights on after a blockade by the U.S. on Venezuela’s oil. It may be forced to the negotiating table with the U.S. to restore power.Read the original report here.Show your support for Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit www.RateThisPodcast.com/thereport

The court must decide whether the EPA’s position that glyphosate needs no cancer warning shields companies from state lawsuits.Read the original report here.Show your support for Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit www.RateThisPodcast.com/thereport

At Cowboy College in Scottsdale, Arizona, most students aren’t there to become professional wranglers. Most just want to immerse themselves in a cowboy lifestyle where character matters and the pay is low.Read the original report here.Show your support for Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit www.RateThisPodcast.com/thereport

New research shows that listening to local natural birdsong can improve mood and reduce stress more effectively than recordings from distant places.Read the original report here.Show your support for Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit www.RateThisPodcast.com/thereport

Cloaked in nondisclosure agreements, companies are wooing cash-strapped rural counties to build massive data centers nationwide. In this story we look at one such data center slated for Mason County, Kentucky. Read the original report here.Show your support for Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit www.RateThisPodcast.com/thereport