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The Counter

Penny Ronning

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America is in trouble. Our democracy is being threatened. We are not up against individual candidates. We are up against organized, well-funded far-right movements to replace our nation’s democracy with their authoritarian government. It’s time for a countermovement. It’s time for ”The Counter”. On February 1, 1960, four black college students sat at a lunch counter in Greensboro, North Carolina, and politely asked for service. Despite being refused and threatened, they remained seated. Thei ...
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Talk Trafficking

Penny Ronning

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Human trafficking involves using force, fraud, or coercion to compel a person into commercial sex acts or labor against their will. I’m Penny Ronning, the daughter of a trafficking survivor. I co-founded the Yellowstone Human Trafficking Task Force with Stephanie Baucus, the FBI, and the United States Attorney’s Office District of Montana. Our podcast exposes the dark world of modern-day slavery. We refuse to turn a blind eye to this crime. In our podcast, we expose traffickers and buyers, d ...
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Join Ben, Mikaela, and Steven as they review movies. The person who picks the movie and the genre that they have to choose from is decided by the roll of a die. The genres are action, drama, horror, musicals, animation, comedy, and fantasy/science fiction. In addition to reviews, we also interview people involved with the making of movies. We hope that you enjoy the variety that we are bringing to you, the listener.
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Leadership involves self-awareness and authenticity. It requires understanding the balance between intellect and empathy for effective guidance. Betsy Myers has dedicated her career to exploring various aspects of leadership. Her experience ranges from working in the White House and serving as the executive director of the Center for Public Leaders…
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252 - Jamie Langlands Interview, The Cellar, The R.I.P. Man On this episode, Steven interviews filmmaker Jamie Langlands about The Cellar and The R.I.P. Man! The Cellar is currently out on the festival circuit, but you can still purchase it at the link below as a perk from its Indiegogo campaign. You can also support his current film by going to it…
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Ellen Hopkins is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of twenty-one novels. Her latest young adult novel, SYNC, was published in August of this year. Three of Ellen’s books were among the eleven most banned titles during the 2022–2023 school year. On the list of authors with banned books, Ellen shares the spotlight with notable figures like Har…
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251 - Meghan Adara Interview, The Cellar (2024), Winnie-the-Poo: Blood and Honey 2, The Caller On this episode, Steven got to interview the wonderful actress, Meghan Adara! She is the lead of The Cellar, which is currently on the film festival circuit. More about some of the festivals below. She has also been in several other features and shorts, i…
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250 - Roger Corman's Frankenstein Unbound Discussion w/ Alistair Hughes Welcome to the 250th episode of the show! We felt that the best way to celebrate this was to discuss Roger Corman's Frankenstein Unbound with the amazing talented and insightful Alistair Hughes! Al is the author of Infogothic: An Unauthorized Graphic Guide to Hammer Horror. Ple…
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From Saturday Night Live to hit television sitcoms, Broadway, and recently, a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Garrett Morris has had an extraordinary career. He has also experienced great highs and painful lows in his personal life. Through it all, he has been active in the fight for civil rights, reproductive equality, religious freedom, a jus…
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249 - Mad Mad Mad Monsters Discussion w/ Penny Dreadful Steven is joined by Horror Host and podcaster of Terror at Collinwood, Penny Dreadful, to discuss the 1972 Rankin Bass special Mad Mad Mad Monsters! Please send feedback to DieCastMoviePodcast@gmail.com or leave us a message on our Facebook page. Thanks for listening!…
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248 - Puppet Master 3: Toulon’s Revenge Discussion with Rich ChamberlainSteven is joined by the Classic Horrors Club Podcast's Rich Chamberlain to discuss Puppet Master 3! Rich and Steven plan to cover ALL of the Puppet Master movies! Please join us on our journey. Please send feedback to DieCastMoviePodcast@gmail.com or leave us a message on our F…
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The influence of dark money in politics has harmed our country's democracy. The ability of corporations and the wealthy to sway elections by targeting candidates and flooding communities with attack ads has proven to be a threat to the very foundation of our country and the laws that safeguard our freedoms. Citizen involvement, whether through runn…
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247 - Monster Bash November 2024 Preview with Ron Adams Steven is joined by Ron Adams on this episode to discuss the upcoming Monster Bash, from November 1 -3, 2024, and to discuss It's the Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown! Check it out at www.monsterbash.us. Please send feedback to DieCastMoviePodcast@gmail.com or on our Facebook page. Thanks for liste…
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There are multiple paths to becoming a political candidate. We need authentic candidates who connect with real-life issues. In this episode, we discuss the importance of engaging young women in the political process, and how language plays a key role in empowering young girls and encouraging them to see themselves as leaders. Additionally, we talk …
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246 - Hammerama Ep. 24: X the Unknown Welcome to Hammerama! Hammerama is a subsidiary series of the DieCastMovie Podcast. Please join Alistair Hughes and Steven Turek as they analyze the wonderful movies of Hammer Films, from opposite ends of the world! Please send feedback to DieCastMoviePodcast@gmail.com. Al is the author of Infogothic: An Unauth…
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Personal stories of those affected by fascism highlight its real-world consequences. In this episode, Dr. and Rabbi Uri Barnea shares his family’s story of escape and death during the Holocaust and provides insights into fascism. He explores its historical roots, its manifestations in contemporary society, and the dangers it poses today. The rise o…
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Diversity of perspectives and voices is essential for a healthy democracy and learning. However, when it comes to media, do we choose a diversity of perspectives, or do we choose to feed our biases? As technology advances, our choices for news and information increase, but does our intake of differing voices and sources of information also increase…
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245 - House of Dracula Discussion w/Gregory Mank On this episode, Steven has the honor of having noted author and film historian, Gregory Mank, on to discuss Mark of the Vampire (1935)! Mr. Mank has written numerous books. Please visit gregorymank.com to learn more about his work. I highly recommend all of his books! Please send feedback to DieCast…
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Louisiana has shifted to become a deeply red state due to factors such as the use of divide-and-conquer politics by the Republican Party. In this episode, Louisiana State Democratic Party leader, Dustin Granger, talks about the need for the Democratic Party to stand firm in its values and not shift to the right to make a meaningful impact. He also …
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Laboratory experimentation on dogs has a long history, dating back to the 1800s, and beagles have become the predominant breed used due to their size and gentle temperament. As methods for scientific research developed and improved, it became clear that dog experimentation is no longer necessary for human life, as animals and humans are genetically…
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243 - Mark of the Vampire Discussion w/ Gregory Mank On this episode, Steven has the honor of having noted author and film historian, Gregory Mank, on to discuss Mark of the Vampire (1935)! Mr. Mank has written numerous books. Please visit gregorymank.com to learn more about his work. I highly recommend all of his books! Please send feedback to Die…
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Public libraries and librarians are currently experiencing a significant increase in book bans and attacks. There are legislative efforts to eliminate books from entire states and even to arrest librarians. These attacks are largely motivated by political organizations aiming to utilize them as a means of fundraising and as a way to gain political …
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In their thought-provoking discussion, Penny Ronning and Jon Lawrence Rivera delve into the significance of the arts, particularly live theater, in today's socio-political environment. They shed light on how artists harness their work as a form of activism and response to pressing social issues. Emphasizing the pivotal role of diversity in the arts…
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242 - Jessica Rains, daughter of Claude Rains Interview starred in Kotch, Sleeper Steven had the great pleasure of interviewing Jessica Rains! She is the daughter of Claude Rains and an actress too. She has been in numerous productions, including Kotch, Stand Up and Be Counted, and Sleeper. Please send feedback to DieCastMoviePodcast@gmail.com or l…
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241 - Uzumaki or Spiral (2000) Movie Discussion w/ Jeff Owen Steven and Jeff, of The Classic Horror Club Podcast, talk about the Japanese movie Uzumaki also known as Spiral from 2000. Please send feedback to DieCastMoviePodcast@gmail.com or leave us a message on our Facebook page. Thanks for listening!…
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240 - Southpaw Movie Discussion w/ Joe Turek Welcome to the next segment of Sports Movies with Joe! Each segment Joe and Steven will talk about a different sports movie. The type of sports movie will be decided by the roll of a die. The six possibilities are: 1. Baseball 2. Football 3. Boxing 4. Hockey or other 5. Racing 6. Basketball We hope that …
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America is in trouble. Our democracy is being threatened. We are not up against individual candidates. We are up against organized and well-funded far-right movements to replace our nation’s democracy with their authoritarian government. It’s time for a countermovement. It’s time for The Counter. On February 1, 1960, four black college students sat…
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239 - Puppet Master 2 Movie Discussion w/ Rich ChamberlainSteven is joined by the Classic Horrors Club Podcast's Rich Chamberlain to discuss Puppet Master 2! Rich and Steven plan to cover ALL of the Puppet Master movies! Please join us on our journey. Please send feedback to DieCastMoviePodcast@gmail.com or leave us a message on our Facebook Page. …
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238 - The Great Texas Dynamite Chase Movie Discussion w/ Author Rich Shmelter Steven is joined on this episode by writer Rich Shmelter! Rich has written numerous books, including "Beasts! Bedlam! and Babes!" and "An Iconic Influencer Marilyn Monroe: Tales From the Making of Niagara 1953". Please send feedback to DieCastMoviePodcast@gmail.com or lea…
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237 - Victor/Victoria Movie Discussion and Interview w/ Herb Boomhower Steven is once again joined by Herb Boomhower! We talk mostly about working on Victor/Victoria. We also talk about him being on The Julie Andrews Hour and his other projects. To learn more about Herb, please check out his interview episode #203. Please send feedback to DieCastMo…
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236 - The Great Nick D Movie Discussion w/ Penny Dreadful Steven is joined by Horror Host and podcaster of the Terror at Collinwood podcast, Penny Dreadful, to discuss the new independent film by Ansel Faraj, The Great Nick D! You can purchase your copy of the movie at Amazon by clicking on the link below. https://tinyurl.com/2dqxcfp9Please send fe…
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235 - Hammerama Ep.23: Dracula A.D. 1972 Welcome to Hammerama! Hammerama is a subsidiary series of the DieCastMovie Podcast. Please join Alistair Hughes and Steven Turek as they analyze the wonderful movies of Hammer Films, from opposite ends of the world! Please send feedback to DieCastMoviePodcast@gmail.com.Al is the author of Infogothic: An Unau…
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234 - Universal's Kharis Mummy Movies Discussion w/ Historian Tom Weaver Steven is joined by film historian Tom Weaver to discuss Universal's Kharis Mummy movies. We talk about The Mummy's Hand, The Mummy's Tomb and The Mummy's Ghost. There is a little bit about The Mummy's Curse too. Please send feedback to DieCastMoviePodcast@gmail.com or leave u…
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232 - My Favorite Year Movie Discussion with Julian David Stone Steven is joined on this episode by author, director and film historian Julian David Stone to discuss 1982's My Favorite Year! To learn more about Mr. Stone's career listen to episode 199, and go to his website, JulianDavidStone.com. Please send feedback to DieCastMoviePodcast@gmail.co…
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In this episode, Heather Estes discusses the Worthiness Formula, the Worthy Ranch, and a pilot program for survivors of human trafficking. The Worthiness Formula, developed by Heather, focuses on self-worth and belief in oneself. It consists of three parts: awareness, belief, and community. Heather shares her personal journey of discovering her own…
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231 - Independence Day Movie Discussion w/ Joshua Kennedy Happy 4th of July, 2024! We thought it would be a great way to celebrate the holiday by having filmmaker Joshua Kennedy on to discuss one of favorite films! Josh also does his rendition of the President's speech at the beginning of the episode. Please send feedback to DieCastMoviePodcast@gma…
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In this episode, Dallas Knight from Skull Games discusses the organization's mission and work in combating human trafficking. She shares her personal journey from the military to civilian life and how she became involved with Skull Games. Additionally, Dallas highlights the role of Skull Games in supporting law enforcement and providing them with s…
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Jan Edwards from the Paving the Way Foundation discusses the strategy of disrupting the cycle of child trafficking and online exploitation through education and awareness programs. She emphasizes the prevalence of child trafficking and exploitation, both in rural and urban areas, and the role of online platforms (Big Tech) in facilitating these cri…
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230 - The Great Nick D Interview w/ Ansel Faraj and Nathan Wilson On this episode, Steven got to interview co-directors Ansel Faraj and Nathan Wilson about their latest movie "The Great Nick D"! The Great Nick D is currently available on Blu-Ray at Amazon. Please support independent filmmakers! Thanks for listening!…
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Rebekah Hope shares her personal story of surviving childhood sexual abuse, gang activity, and human trafficking. Rebekah’s story begins at a young age in Billings, Montana, takes her to Atlanta, Georgia where she escapes with her life, and follows her back to Montana where she begins her healing journey. In this conversation, Rebekah emphasizes th…
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229 - British Ban on Horror Discussion with Frank Dello Stritto This episode is based on a talk that Frank did at Monster Bash. The talk is about the origin of the British Ban on Horror Movies. Frank's books are available at https://CultMoviesPress.com/. Please send feedback to DieCastMoviePodcast@gmail.com or leave us a message on our Facebook pag…
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In this uplifting conversation, Rosemary Smith, from the Getting Better Foundation, discusses with Penny Ronning the positive impact of media literacy and critical thinking skills on combating human trafficking and strengthening democracy. Rosemary shares the story of Edgar Welch and Pizzagate to illustrate how misinformation can lead to violence a…
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Julia Lillethun bravely shares her story of resilience and healing after surviving a brutally and sexually violent attack by a serial rapist. She talks about the physical and emotional trauma she experienced, as well as the judgment and victim-blaming she faced. Julia also discusses the challenges of overcoming self-blame and accepting what happene…
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228 - The Golden Bat or Ogon batto Movie Discussion with Brad Braddock Steven is joined by author Brad Braddock to discuss 1966's The Golden Bat! Brad has written numerous books including "House of Ygor", and "Memoirs of Murder: A Prequel to the 1932 Classic White Zombie". Please go to Amazon.com to purchase his books! Please send feedback to DieCa…
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227 - Puppet Master (1989) with Rich Chamberlain Steven is joined by the Classic Horrors Club Podcast's Rich Chamberlain to discuss 1989's Puppet Master! Rich and Steven plan to cover ALL of the Puppet Master movies! Please join us on our journey. Please send feedback to DieCastMoviePodcast@gmail.com or leave us a message on our Facebook Page. Than…
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226 - Kathryn Leigh Scott Interview, Dark Shadows, Brannigan, The Great Gatsby (1974), The Great Nick D Steven had the extreme honor of interviewing the amazing Kathryn Leigh Scott on this episode! We talk a little about Dark Shadows, some of her movie roles, working with James Stewart, and more! To learn more about Ms. Scott, visit her website at …
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In this episode, Louie Greek from TAT (Truckers Against Trafficking), focuses on the efforts being made in the trucking industry to fight sex trafficking. The conversation covers various topics such as what sex trafficking looks like on American highways, the crucial role played by truck drivers in combating trafficking, the significance of survivo…
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225 - Fido Movie Discussion with Dr. Dread Steven is joined by Dr. Dread (John Murray) to discuss the horror comedy Fido! John has a Youtube channel John DrDread Murray. Where he does Dr. Dread Reviews. He is also on www.themonsterchannel.com. Please send feedback to DieCastMoviePodcast@gmail.com or leave us message on our Facebook page. Thanks for…
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224 - Terence Winkless Interview, The Banana Splits Adventure Hour, Foster's Release, The Nest, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers Steven was lucky to interview Terence Winkless! Mr. Winkless played Bingo on The Banana Splits. He also directed many different movies and TV shows, including Foster's Release, The Nest, and Mighty Morhin Power Rangers. He wa…
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Prior to Interview: Clip of Chris McKenna testifying before the United States Congress. In this conversation, Chris McKenna, the founder of Protect Young Eyes, stresses the essential role of parents in educating their children about technology and the digital world. He emphasizes the importance of building a strong foundation of trust and communica…
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223 - Hammerama Ep. 22 - Quatermass II Welcome to Hammerama! Hammerama is a subsidiary series of the DieCastMovie Podcast. Please join Alistair Hughes and Steven Turek as they analyze the wonderful movies of Hammer Films, from opposite ends of the world! Please send feedback to DieCastMoviePodcast@gmail.com. Al is the author of Infogothic: An Unaut…
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