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The previous edition of this now-classic book revealed the existence and subversive manipulations of "economic hit men". John Perkins wrote that economic hit men (EHM) "are highly paid professionals who cheat countries around the globe out of trillions of dollars. Their tools include fraudulent financial reports, rigged elections, payoffs, extortion, sex, and murder".

The Tangled Web tells the dramatic story of detective Richard Cain's criminal career as revealed by his half-brother, Michael. Cain led a double-life—one as a well-known cop who led raids that landed on the front pages, and the other as a "made man" in one of Chicago's most notorious mob families.

"Economic hit men," John Perkins writes, "are highly paid professionals who cheat countries around the globe out of trillions of dollars. Their tools include fraudulent financial reports, rigged elections, payoffs, extortion, sex, and murder."

With real-world considerations in mind, disaster preparedness consultant David Black shows us how to stay alive when tragedy strikes. His step-by-step actions can help us make it safely through a variety of crises, from catastrophic weather to terrorism to civil unrest. Black presents tailor-made plans for individuals, businesses, organizations, small groups, and communities to follow, in all regions of the country and broken down by type of emergency and environment.

Brought to you by Penguin. Based on the No 1 hit podcast 'The Lazarus Heist' 'You'll never see North Korea the same way again' Oliver Bullough, Sunday Times bestselling author of Moneyland 'One of the most incredible cyber-espionage stories I've ever heard, told by one of the UK's best tech...

In his stunning memoir, Confessions of an Economic Hit Man, John Perkins detailed his former role as an "economic hit man" in the international corporate skulduggery of a de facto American Empire. Now Perkins zeroes in on hot spots around the world, drawing on interviews to examine the current...

The Sports Hit List is a fan-driven sports podcast hosted by Carl Coulanges, covering everything across the sports world with a special passion for WWE and the NBA. Each episode delivers honest takes, lively debates, and real fan perspective—no hot-take gimmicks, just authentic sports talk.With a rotating lineup of massive contributors and surprise guests, you never know who’s going to stop by. From breaking news and predictions to reactions and deep dives, The Sports Hit List is where fans come to talk sports the way fans actually do.

An entertaining and deeply nostalgic dive into how female pop stars broke through the music industry in the 2000s and altered the cultural landscape forever, from the Ringer writer and Every Single Album podcast cohost “Hit Girls bridges our butterfly-clipped, bedazzled past with today’s...

Hit the North - presented by Tom May - consists of conversations with interesting people about the North, defined inclusively! Series 1 guests include musicians, actors, writers, a comedian, an academic and a neurodivergent poet. Hit the North is a NON-PROFIT podcast, with NO ADVERTS. Episodes include fair usage of brief, relevantly illustrative sound clips. Hit the North is generally not suitable for children, including some swearing; there will be some discussion of difficult topics - written trigger warnings will be provided for episodes that require them.

A no-BS podcast for bold women who are done with surface-level talk. I dive into raw, unfiltered conversations that reveal the reality behind life & entrepreneurship—the highs, the heartbreaks, and the messy middle. It’s unapologetic. It’s honest. It’s womanhood in its power. This is where our stories hit home—because you’re not in this alone. THIS IS HOME. xo Nat @the_real_nat_

In the fall of 1969, a public execution in an Italian restaurant in Brooklyn earned Joey a mention in the New York Daily News and a twenty-grand payout from the mob. On the surface, his next job seemed just as routine: The bosses suspected their trusted numbers controller, Joe Squillante, was skimming the nightly bets to settle personal debts. Joey gave Squillante two weeks to live.

Un programma tutto al femminile di Radio Glox condotto dal fresco, dinamico duo composto da Sylvie Luciani e Ilaria Petrongari. Dal lunedì al venerdì dalle 16 alle 17 notizie di attualità, culturali e sociali. "That's Hit" è uno slang, un concetto, un modo assertivo per concludere un discorso che si descrive da solo ma anche un sound immersivo di curiosità, dibattiti e confronti. Ma per comprenderlo, due punti di vista affini e a volte opposti possono fare decisamente la differenza! Format radiofonico scritto e condotto da Sylvie Luciani e Ilaria Petrongari.

Nada «se vuelve viral». Si crees que una película, canción o app popular surgió de la nada para convertirse, de boca en boca, en un éxito, te estás perdiendo la historia real. Cada éxito de taquilla tiene una historia secreta de poder, influencia, emisoras oscuras y cultos apasionados que convierten algunos productos nuevos en fenómenos culturales. Incluso las ideas más brillantes se marchitan en la oscuridad si no se conectan a la red correcta.

According to those in the know, the only requirement of a good podcast is to be passionate about the subject matter. I am author Clare Cinnamon, with six popular published romance-suspense books in tow. Second only to my writing is my passion for travel. So simply put, you are listening to “A Writer Hits the Road.” Join me on this podcast journey. It’s about travel facts and travel myths, hot spots and hot plots, storybooks and developing story lines, real people seeing real things, and fictitious people doing interesting things. The reveal of truth and fantasy, the weaving of two great ...

Welcome to Trending Hit Movies, your ultimate destination for the latest buzz in cinema! 🎬✨ Each episode brings you exciting updates, reviews, and behind-the-scenes insights on the most talked-about films — from Bollywood blockbusters to international chart-toppers. Discover what’s trending, what’s worth watching, and where to stream or download safely. Whether you’re a movie addict, weekend watcher, or just love exploring what’s hot in entertainment — this podcast is made for you!

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A podcast about the moments that change us—the ones we never saw coming, and the ones we’ve been waiting for. Hosted by Brian Jennings, The Light Hit Just Right explores the intersection of presence, purpose, and personal growth through intimate stories and soul-level conversations.

Cannabis Quick Hits by Greenspoon Marder LLP delivers fast-paced, expert-led insights into the ever-evolving cannabis industry. Each episode features seasoned attorneys and industry leaders breaking down legal developments, regulatory updates, and business trends

Blanks, Beers, & Bull$hit is where reenacting meets cold brews and unfiltered stories. From gear talk to battlefield laughs, we dive into the chaos, history, and camaraderie that make reenacting unforgettable one blank, one beer, one tale at a time.

Linda Scarpa had the best toys, the nicest clothes, and a close-knit family. Yet her childhood was far from idyllic. Classmates avoided her; boys wouldn't date her. Eventually she learned why: They were afraid of her father. A made man in the Colombo crime family, Gregory Scarpa, Sr., was a stone-cold killer nicknamed the "Grim Reaper." Unlike most tight-lipped mobsters, Scarpa talked business - and murder - in front of his kids.