Episodes

  • Lt Chris McMullin Hosts Philly Homicide On Oxygen True Crime

    Lt Chris McMullin Hosts Philly Homicide On Oxygen True Crime
    Nov 9 2024
    Oxygen, the home of true crime programming, introduces its new docuseries Philly Homicide, which follows the unexpected twists and turns of some of the most shocking murders committed in the city of brotherly love. In each episode, host and former Philadelphia police detective Chris McMullin gives unique insights into the crimes that took place along with archival footage, exclusive first-person interviews with Philly area detectives and cinematic recreations. Viewers take away an insider’s view into the heartrending cases that Philly’s finest diligently worked to solve in America’s birthplace.

    Philadelphia born and raised, Chris McMullin wanted to become a police officer since he was a young boy. As a teen, Chris started out answering 911 calls in Wildwood, NJ, before getting hired as a patrol cop on the Jersey Shore and later joined the Philadelphia PD as a patrol officer. In 1992, Chris joined Bensalem PD, just outside Philly, where he worked his way from uniformed cop to detective, investigating everything from robberies, assaults, sex crimes and homicides. During his 30 years in Bensalem, Chris helped solve some of the region’s coldest murder cases. In 2022, he retired from Bensalem and now works as a Lieutenant for the Bucks County Sheriff's Office in Doylestown, PA.

    After taking part in a training video about domestic violence response, the director encouraged Chris to pursue acting -- which he did, resulting in various roles including M. Night Shyamalan’s Servant and Law & Order: SVU.

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    9 mins
  • To Just Be That's How Yolonda Ross Describes Her Role As Woman In Absolution With Liam Neeson

    To Just Be That's How Yolonda Ross Describes Her Role As Woman In Absolution With Liam Neeson
    Nov 9 2024
    Yolonda Ross will next be seen on the big screen in the feature film ABSOLUTION, starring opposite Liam Neeson. She is currently in production on her 7th season as a series regular, Jada Washington, on Lena Waithe's THE CHI for Paramount Plus with Showtime. She has also had recurring roles in several well known series, such as HOW TO GET AWAY WITH MURDER, THE GET DOWN and the Showtime series AMERICAN GIGOLO, opposite Jon Bernthal. Yolonda recently finished the world premiere run of HOW BLOOD GO at Steppenwolf Theatre, produced by Congo Square in Chicago. She's a company member of LAByrinth Theater Company in New York, and has a strong working relationship with David Mamet, in both television and theater, with featured roles in THE UNIT and PHIL SPECTOR. She performed in his production, FOUR AMERICAN WOMEN, and participated in an all-female table reading of GLENGARRY GLEN ROSS in New York, destined for Broadway. As a writer-director, Yolonda pulled double-duty on AMERICAN GIGOLO, both acting and writing on the series. Her short music film BREAKING NIGHT earned her awards and caught the eye of a VH1 executive, which helped get it on both VH1 and MTV's Classic Rock blocks. She is currently in development on her first feature film, which is Fiscally Sponsored by Film Independent. ABSOLUTION, IN THEATERS An aging gangster attempts to reconnect with his children and rectify the mistakes in his past, but the criminal underworld won't loosen their grip willingly. Here's the trailer: ⁠Https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQizVHKL5T0⁠

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    18 mins
  • The Daily Mess Jingle Bells And Thanksgiving Plus The Origin Or Christmas Decorations

    The Daily Mess Jingle Bells And Thanksgiving Plus The Origin Or Christmas Decorations
    Nov 9 2024
    The song Jingle Bells… What’s this rumor about it not being written for Christmas but rather Thanksgiving? Plus… Christmas decorations seem to be going up earlier and earlier every year. When did it all begin? I’m Arroe… I am a daily writer. A silent wolf. I stand on the sidelines and do nothing but watch, listen study then activate. I call it The Daily Mess. A chronological walk through an everyday world. Yes, it’s my morning writing. As a receiver of thoughts and ideas, we as people tend to throw it to the side and deal with it later. When a subject arrives, I dig in. It’s still keeping a journal! By doing the research the picture becomes clearer. This is the Daily Mess…

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    4 mins
  • Pod Crashing Episode 349 With Devyn Simone From The MTV Podcast The Challenge

    Pod Crashing Episode 349 With Devyn Simone From The MTV Podcast The Challenge
    Nov 9 2024
    Pod Crashing episode 349 with Devyn Simone from the MTV podcast The Challenge. MTV's The Challenge embarks on its monumental 40th season and MTV's Official Challenge Podcast is coming along for the wild ride. Da'Vonne Rogers and Devyn Simone take you behind the scenes of The Challenge 40: Battle of the Eras, as the largest cast ever - 40 fan-favorite Challengers from the past 26 years of gameplay - duke it out for the one-million dollar prize. Each week, cast members join them to spill the tea on the relentless challenges, heartbreaking eliminations, and all the juicy drama among the seasoned Veterans. The path to glory is far from easy, but one of these legend's names will be etched into eternal Challenge stone. Watch The Challenge 40: Battle of the Eras on MTV starting August 14th and then catch new episodes of the podcast every Thursday. MTV's Official Challenge Podcast is the only official companion podcast to The Challenge franchise. Hosted by veteran Challengers each season, every episode features in-depth recaps and behind-the-scenes insights you can't get anywhere else. Don't miss all the previous seasons of MTV's Official Challenge Podcast starting with Challenge 36. DEADLINE ARTICLE ON MTV'S THE CHALLENGE 40 Https://deadline.com/2024/06/mtv-announces-the-challenge-40-battle-eras-40-fan-favorite-challengers-milestone-season-1235982350/

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    20 mins
  • Something Our Parents Would Say Episode Twenty Five Look At What The Cat Dragged In

    Something Our Parents Would Say Episode Twenty Five Look At What The Cat Dragged In
    Nov 8 2024
    Those old sayings. Who what where when and how? Some of those old sayings are not only ancient but still carry an impact today. Look at what the cat dragged in...

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    2 mins
  • The Choice To Write Or Not To Write A Study Based On Why You Shouldnt Write A Book

    The Choice To Write Or Not To Write A Study Based On Why You Shouldnt Write A Book
    Nov 8 2024
    A little different today. One choice but with multiple observations. The subject? Write or not to write. What is your choice? I’m Arroe. Life is a series of choices. Who decides when you’re not making it the right choice? Is it the fear of going wrong? The greatest lessons in life are often lost inside hidden away attempts and concepts. It’s time to reopen your heart. Having a choice is a daily gift. On this highway we learn to trust mirages… What is the choice?

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    3 mins
  • Presidential Historian And Scholar William Haldeman Releases Meeting The Moment

    Presidential Historian And Scholar William Haldeman Releases Meeting The Moment
    Nov 8 2024
    What does it look like to rise to the occasion on the most public of stages? How do you inspire those around you to believe in a common cause, or to take steps that benefit the whole even at the expense of the self? In his new book, MEETING THE MOMENT: Inspiring Presidential Leadership that Transformed America (SUNY Press; November 1, 2024) William Haldeman, with experience serving two presidencies (Bush and Obama), looks at six US presidents across party lines and eras, detailing the crucial points in history when their leadership abilities were on full display-the instances when they leveraged their wisdom and lived experience to inspire, memorialize, challenge, dare, or in one case, with recent resonance, simply retire. In the telling, Haldeman explores well-known events and reinvigorates them, looking at them through the lens of courage and leadership. Eight score and one year ago, Lincoln gave a brief speech in rural Pennsylvania, but what led him to that moment? Why was Jefferson confident the US was ready to acquire land from west of the Mississippi to the Rockies? And perhaps most relevant to our current moment, what gave Washington the strength to walk away from power at a time when the founders' archetype of leadership, Kings, would never consider doing so? How do these stories from centuries past show us what leadership looks like in the 21st century? Whether one aspires to political office or simply to improve their ability to lead and serve those around them, MEETING THE MOMENT is an indispensable look at the skills needed to unify and inspire under the most challenging of circumstances.

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    18 mins
  • The Daily Mess Post Election Day Blues And Workplace Abuse Is On The Rise

    The Daily Mess Post Election Day Blues And Workplace Abuse Is On The Rise
    Nov 8 2024
    Is there such a thing as Post Election Day Blues? If so, what are the best ways to deal with it? Plus… Workplace abuse is on the rise. What are the top 5 states guilty of the crime? I’m Arroe… I am a daily writer. A silent wolf. I stand on the sidelines and do nothing but watch, listen study then activate. I call it The Daily Mess. A chronological walk through an everyday world. Yes, it’s my morning writing. As a receiver of thoughts and ideas, we as people tend to throw it to the side and deal with it later. When a subject arrives, I dig in. It’s still keeping a journal! By doing the research the picture becomes clearer. This is the Daily Mess…

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    4 mins