Not Your Average Breakdown

To celebrate our 20th episode, we are doing a true crime week, and switching roles again! In today's episode, Claudia is breaking down the murder of Jennifer Dulos, a Connecticut mom of 5 whose body is still missing, but her perpetrator just made headlines again, after receiving a sentence for involvement in Jennifer's disappearance.

Kaitlin Armstrong is back in the spotlight after the details of her capture were released during her trial. In this episode, we are talking true crime and breaking down the murder of Anna Moriah Wilson.

Do you own a small business or are you thinking about starting a side hustle? This episode is for you! This week, we breakdown the Corporate Transparency Act and what future holds for this groundbreaking legislation that just recently got deemed unconstitutional by a federal judge in Alabama. If you are interested to learn more about FinCEN Files: https://www.icij.org/investigations/fincen-files/ The Laundromat on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/80994011

Sure, we all have our celebrity crushes and dream of having them jump out of our birthday cake (or maybe that is just me?) But my dreams might not be far fetched, as in recent years it is not that surprising to see your favorite celebrities wish you a happy birthday or send you a heartfelt message, thanks to a platform called Cameo. But what happens when foreign governments use Cameo against the Hollywood stars and turn them into political propaganda? And how likely is that to happen here in the US? Now streaming wherever you get your podcast. Watch Jimmy Kimmel pranks here: https://youtu.be/52xuwD_xx0s?si=lh9HEXXFn4rjokUX https://youtu.be/5-4SUO4Rlik?si=xz2JA0u57exX_dnF

In January of 2024, The Washington Post journalist Will Hobson published an investigative piece on NFL's concussion settlement and how poorly it is managed. The piece covers the details of the class action lawsuit, controversies and NFL's broken promises. Join us as we dive into the truth behind the game and shed the light on importance of safety in sports. https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/interactive/2024/nfl-concussion-settlement/ Available now wherever you get your podcast.

In this episode, we breakdown the intense Congressional scrutiny aimed at 3 major pharmaceutical companies for inflating drug prices. Join us as we navigate the intersection of profit, innovation, and public health in the ongoing battle for affordable healthcare. Streaming now everywhere you get your podcast.

By now, you probably saw the haunting video of Mark Zuckerberg apologizing to victims' families in front of Congress. The CEOs of major social media platforms were summoned in front of the Congress to testify about lack of safety for children on their platforms and were heavily grilled by the Judiciary Committee. We breakdown this hearing and examine how did the CEOs respond to the questioning.

For decades now, we have been obsessing over the possibility that the government has possession of the extraterrestrials, either at Area 51 or somewhere else. But in July of 2023, we heard first hand during a public Congressional hearing that the government in fact knows more than they lead us to believe and that our military had not only close encounters with UAPs but that the government may be in possession of non-human biologics and is actively trying to reverse-engineer some of their technologies. We breakdown what we know so far and of course, conspiracies around this topic. If you are interested in the full Congressional hearing: UFO hearing: Eyewitnesses describe encounters with "non human" entities to Congress | FULL

On January 5th, 2024, a door plug flew off a Boeing plane that was taking off from Portland, OR. The videos of the incident can be seen on social media and on some news networks, leaving many in absolute shock. But, this is not a one-off incident for Boeing. Since 2018, they have been in the spotlight for all the wrong reasons and have been fined once already by the FAA. Join us today as we breakdown the case of Boeing.

Jeffrey Epstein, the disgraced financier and sex offender made headlines in 2019 with his bombshell arrest. His suicide shortly after his arrest sparked wide-range conspiracies that are still discussed today. But in 2024, 5 years after his death, his name is back in the spotlight, as a federal judge allowed for the infamous list to be disclosed to the public. We are taking a closer look at his life, the list and of course, his disputed death.

We are celebrating our 10th episode with a little role reversal for the breakdown of the case of Michael Oher, whose story gained widespread recognition through the book and movie "The Blind Side." But, in August 2023, he filed a lawsuit against The Tuohys; claiming they never adopted him, but put him under a conservatorship, granting them a legal authority to make business deals in his name.

Ozempic has taken Hollywood by storm, and it is starting to take a lot of traction on social media. So, what exactly is Ozempic and why is *almost* everyone on it? Listen to find out more. Follow us on social media! @nyabpodcast

Sure, we've all seen the iconic movie "Air Force One" but did you even wonder what other forms of transportation the POTUS has? From the skies of Air Force One to the wheels of the commander-in-chief's car named The Beast, we're hitting turbo mode on the fascinating tales behind the presidential rides and what it actually takes to move the President from point A to point B.

The Supreme Court Justices recently faced public scrutiny over some questionable gifts they received from conservative billionaires, which consequently sparked the change in the rules, and gave the Supreme Court - first ever - Code of Conduct. But why did they get in trouble for these gifts in the first place?

National Association of Realtors (NAR) just lost a big lawsuit that is costing them billions of dollars. But, their troubles do not stop there. After their president had to step down due to sexual harassment allegations and years-long cover up, the Association is facing off in court several states that claim NAR violated federal antitrust laws. So, how exactly is this impacting the housing market?

State of California recently passed a legislation dubbed "The Skittles Ban" that banned certain ingredients commonly found in beloved candy, treats and even bread. But did Skittles actually get banned and why did California take such a drastic action against certain chemicals? Listen to find out more.

SAG-AFTRA and WGA made headlines when they went on strike this summer, but for the first time, what they are asking for made the most headlines. Explore with us how AI is challenging our workplaces and the Hollywood we know.

Voting rights have been challenged throughout the history, and it is a talking point for many presidential candidates and political activists. But it can be largely overwhelming to many people. So, join us as we break down what kind of impact your vote can have and how you can make the change in our society. Register to Vote! Text VOTER to 26797

The conflict in Gaza has sparked a devastating humanitarian crisis and caught the world's attention. We are taking a closer look at how did this conflict start, who are the key players and where do we go from here.

So, what really happened to Kevin McCarthy and why we still don't have the new Speaker? And seriously, how did we get here?