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January 13 2025

Alex “AX” Foster – Author (Gavel to Gavel / Double Blind) / Attorney

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Alex “AX” Foster
Take a walk with me down Fascination Street as I get to know Alex Foster. AX Foster is a former Senior Assistant State’s Attorney for the state of Maryland. He practiced as a prosecutor in that office for twenty years before starting his own firm and becoming a defense attorney. After 15 or so years in that role; AX decided the time was right to write his first legal thriller novel called ‘Gavel to Gavel’. In this episode, we chat about his previous career as an actor for 7 years; where he had tons of roles on several different daytime soap operas, and why he decided to switch gears and become a lawyer. Then we get into some of his State’s Attorney days. We talk about his prosecuting criminal law where the cases ranged from drugs, gangs, animal cruelty, and even murder. Of course I find out why he decided to change sides and become a defense lawyer. We talk about the differences in the field, as well as some of the hurdles to keeping a law practice going. Finally, AX tells me why he decided to write his first novel; and why Covid was the right time. We discuss the basic premise of the book, and how many books he thinks will be in The Seneca County Courthouse Series. Book 1 of the series (Gavel to Gavel) came out a couple of years ago, and book 2 (Double Blind) is out NOW. If you like John Grisham or James Patterson novels, than you are sure to love The Seneca County Courthouse Series of legal crime thrillers. Follow AX on social media, and check out his website AXFoster.com. Make sure you grab both books in the sale bundle on Amazon.

June 10 2024

Jake Brennan – Podcast Host (Disgraceland) / New Media Mogul (Double Elvis Media)

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Jake Brennan
Take a walk with me down Fascination Street as I get to know Jake Brennan. You probably know Jake as the creator and host of the immensley popular Disgraceland podcast; but you are about to learn a bit more about him! In this episode, we chat about Jake growing up in Clinton, Mass. in the burgeoning punk / hardcore scene. We talk about his early musician days with Cast Iron Hike, and Bodega Girls, and what led him in the direction of music in the first place. One of Jake’s bands even opened up for The Mighty Mighty Bosstones at a Hometown Throwdown! We talk about Victory Records, Island Records, Def Jam Records, and even how George H.W. Bush and the C.I.A. are connected to Bob Marley. We touch on Helter Skelter and Chaos by Tom O’Neill, and how those two stories helped inspire Disgraceland. I get Jake to explain exactly what the hell a MELLOTRON is, and why he decided to rely on it for the opening of his music-based true crime podcast. Then we get into his years with Bodega Girls, and how that came about; before he lets me play my favorite song of theirs (Surf’s Up America). Jake explains the origin story of Disgraceland, and we touch on some of my favorite episodes, featuring: Jerry Lee Lewis, Jim Morrison, Bob Marley, and John Denver. I pry into how Double Elvis Media unfolded, and we talk about a few of the podcasts under that banner. Obviously, I have to know all about the April Fool’s Day fiasco, and when we can look forward to another one. Super big thanks to Jake for sitting down with me and sharing the details on some of the things that work, and some that don’t; when trying to capture the attention of new listeners, plus, what one can expect by being an ALL ACCESS supporter. Be sure to check out Disgraceland, and some of the other Double Elvis pods, including Badlands, Blood on the Tracks, and The 27 Club.

March 11 2024

Shawn’s Picks #7 Carole Baskin

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Shawn’s Picks: Carole Baskin.

Hey Streetwalkers. THANK YOU SO MUCH for inspiring me to get to 400 episodes!
As you may have guessed; lm taking March “off” from releasing new episodes.
HOWEVER; all month long, l will be releasing some of my wife’s very favorite episodes, in a “Best Of” style.

So expect a re-release of an older favorite every weekday; with an all new intro from my wife, explaining why she chose each specific episode.

Keep in mind that these are in no particular order, and l’ll be back in April with all new episodes.

Like, follow, subscribe and tell a friend!

-Steve Owens
Fascination Street Podcast

Carole Baskin
Take a walk with me down Fascination Street as I get to know Carole Baskin. You know Carole from the 2020 Netflix sensation Tiger King. In this episode we chat about what got her onto her Big Cat saving mission, her experience on Dancing With The Stars, her ex-husband Don Lewis, and her husband Howie. We also talk a bit about Tiger King, Joe Exotic, and her foundation Big Cat Rescue; before closing out the show talking about how you can help save endangered Big Cats, and her organization’s new Oculus Virtual Reality game featuring Big Cats. Enjoy!
Follow Carole on social media:
Twit: @Carole_Baskin
TikTok: @CaroleBaskinCat
FB: Big Cat Rescue
Donate to BCR at: BigCatRescue.org/Donate
Reach out to your congressperson at: BigCatAct.com

January 22 2024

Evan Woodward Esq. – Lawyer / Musician (Kash Mojo)

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Evan Woodward Esq
Take a walk with me down Fascination Street as I get to know Evan Woodward. Evan is an attorney who practices personal injury & family law in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He is also a musician under the name Kash Mojo. In this episode, we go on a journey to find out why Evan decided to become a lawyer, and why he chose to practice in New Mexico. Along the way, we discuss journalism, his stint working for NPR (National Public Radio), and some of his law influences. Then we get into his musical side. I ask him why he chose the stage name of Kash Mojo, and what it means. Then we chat about his musical style and dub it “Ghost Rock”; which is a genre we both just made up! We talk about his musical influences, including Sparklehorse’s Mark Linkous, and Evan even lets me play his new cover of ‘Cow’ by Sparklehorse. Look for Kash Mojo’s new album ‘Buried or Replaced’ to drop midway through 2024. Finally, we end the show talking about how he got into listening to podcasts, and what some of his favorites are. Special shout out to Vincent from Gone Cold Podcast for connecting me with Evan. Thanks Vincent, I appreciate you, buddy.

April 4 2022

Lisa Zambetti – Casting Director / Podcaster (Killer Casting / Real Crime Profile)

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Lisa Zambetti
Take a walk with me down Fascination Street as I get to know Lisa Zambetti. Lisa is a casting director for film & television based in Los Angeles, Ca. In this episode we chat about: her father’s VERY fascinating profession, her moving to NYC as a young woman to become an actress, acting on Broadway, and directing plays. Lisa tells her experience of being in Manhattan on September 11th, 2001; and how it was a life changing moment. And finally we talk about her TWO podcasts: Killer Casting and Real Crime Profile.
Follow Lisa on social media:
Twit: @LisaZambetti2
Insta: @LisaZambettiCasting
FB: Lisa Zambetti Casting

November 29 2021

Maria DiLorenzo – Journalist / Author (True Crime)

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Maria DiLorenzo
Take a walk with me down Fascination Street as I get to know Maria DiLorenzo. Maria is a true crime journalist and author. In this episode we chat about some of her articles on TheCrimeReport.org which focus on the New York criminal justice system and some of the new laws that could potentially go into effect. Then we focus on her website: BeyondTheCrime.com where she helps convicted murderers tell THEIR side of the story. Lastly, Maria tells us about her upcoming book; which is basically the authorized biography of spree killer Maksim Gelman who killed 4 people and wounded 5 others around Valentine’s Day in 2011. She tells us why she embarked on this book; and what her experiences were like going into Riker’s and sitting down with a spree killer.

Follow Maria on social media:
Insta: Beyond_The_Crime
FB: Beyond The Crime
Website: BeyondTheCrime.com

March 1 2021

David Mittelman – PHD / CEO – Othram (DNA Crime Lab)

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David Mittelman
Take a walk with me down Fascination Street as I get to know David Mittelman. David is a PHD and the CEO of Othram. Othram is a DNA testing lab dedicated to helping law enforcement find the identities of both unknown perpetrators, and un-named victims. In this episode we chat about how he got into the DNA scientist game, and why he started Othram. We also talk about exactly what Othram does, and what goes into their end of helping solve a case. We dive a bit into a couple of the more notable cases that Othram has helped law enforcement solve; including the 46 year old sexual assault and murder of Carla Walker. We end the show explaining exactly what YOU can do to join in the fight to bring names to the nameless with justice through genomics.
Special thanks to my buddy Vincent from Gone Cold (Texas True Crime) Podcast for connecting the two of us.
Follow Othram on social media:
Twit: @OthramTech

See what Othram does: Othram.com

Join in the fight: DNASolves.com

February 8 2021

Carole Baskin – Big Cat Rescue / Tiger King

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Donate to BCR at: BigCatRescue.org/Donate
Reach out to your congressperson at: BigCatAct.com

June 8 2020

Joe From The Shocking Details Podcast

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Take a walk with me down Fascination Street as we get to know even MORE about Joe From Thinking Sideways in this return appearance! Many of you know Joe from the mega hit true crime podcast Thinking Sideways; however, Joe is back to tell us about his NEW podcast The Shocking Details. In this episode, we chat about his new show, and his new co-host. We also talk about the likelihood of Thinking Sideways returning, plus, Joe and I chat about his recent television appearance, and what we have been watching during this nutty pandemic. Enjoy!
Follow Joe on social media:
Twit: @DangerProbe
Insta: @DangerProbe

Follow The Shocking Details:
Twit: @ShockingDetails
FB: The Shocking Details Podcast

December 9 2019

Lanie From True Crime Fan Club Podcast

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Take a walk with me as we get to know Lanie H. from the True Crime Fan Club podcast.
In this episode, we chat about where Lanie grew up and what got her into podcasting. We also talk about her THREE current podcasts:
True Crime Fan Club
Crimes Of Passion
It’s Haunted… What Now?
We also talk about the reasons that she created The Texas Podcast Union (and what exactly that is). Finally; we discuss her burgeoning voice over career!
Follow Lanie on social media:
Twit: @TCFCPod @Lanie_VO
Insta: @TCFC_Podcast
FB: True Crime Fan Club Podcast