The Chris Voss Show Podcast – The Other Madisons: The Lost History of a President’s Black Family by Bettye Kearse

A Birthday to Die For by Frank Atchley https://www.amazon.com/Birthday-Die-Frank-Atchley/dp/1960946412 Dr. Paula Mitchell, a Seattle clinical psychologist, is in dire need of help to save her patient’s life. Kae Carlson believes she will be killed on her twenty-sixth birthday, which is less than three weeks away. Through “Connie, Maxine, and Cathleen,” Kae’s other personalities, Dr. Mitchell learns that Kae was raped by the High Priest of a satanic cult on her thirteenth birthday. A miscarriage prevented her from delivering a baby to be sacrificed, so she must take its place. Having no other choice, Paula calls the police. Homicide Detective Jerry Riggs takes the call. Leads are scarce and witnesses disappear or die as Riggs and his partner hunt for cult members and the location where the sacrificial ceremony will take place. Time is short, breaks are few, and the cult members are getting more desperate. Can they save Kae?

19 Joulu 202542min

A Big Mess in Texas: The Miraculous, Disastrous 1952 Dallas Texans and the Craziest Untold Story in NFL History by David Fleming https://www.amazon.com/Big-Mess-Texas-Miraculous-Disastrous/dp/1250374308 Flemfile.com The incredible, untold true story of the 1952 Dallas Texans―the most dysfunctional team in the craziest season in NFL history. Rattlesnakes on the practice field, barroom brawls between teammates, bounced checks, paternity suits, house bombings by the Ku Klux Klan, stadium fields covered in circus-elephant dung, one-legged trainers, humiliating defeats, miraculous wins, All-Pro quarterbacks getting drunk at halftime, strip poker with groupies, and even a future Hall of Fame coach stealing a cab. Nearly lost to history, this singular season in the most football-mad region of the world is a kaleidoscope of every larger-than-life, fictionalized Texas football folktale ever written or filmed, with one incredible twist: it’s all true. Over a fascinating, ten-month rollercoaster ride in 1952, in the waning Wild West days of the NFL, before television turned the game into a corporation, the forgotten Dallas Texans would go down in history as one of the worst (and, wildest) teams of all time and the last NFL team to fail. But not before defying the Jim Crow South, pulling off a Thanksgiving Day miracle against George Halas’s famed Chicago Bears and then celebrating with an even more infamous bender that would make Jimmy Johnson’s Dallas Cowboys blush. A year later, the NFL buried all traces of the most loveable, dysfunctional, entertaining team in history by secretly rebranding the train wreck Texans as the wholesome, all-American Baltimore Colts, the team that would go on to save pro football. A Big Mess in Texas tells the Texans’ tale with all the humor, drama, game action, colorful characters, villains, world-class athletes, civil rights trailblazers, and incredible plot twists of that legendary season.

17 Joulu 202537min

Attitude, Abundance & Action: How to create motivation, mindset and magic around money by Kath Orman Kathorman.com https://www.amazon.com/Attitude-Abundance-Action-motivation-mindset/dp/1922375268 Were you raised with an understanding about money? Not many of us were. Do you feel that whatever you seem to do, you can’t get ahead? Or that all you do is work, work, work without having a clear goal? In Attitude, Abundance & Action, well-loved and highly experienced financial planner Kath Orman exposes the secret: it’s not all about the money! Kath offers strategies, exercises and a wealth of information to put you more in charge of your financial situation – and your life. “Money mindset impacts almost every aspect of your life. Kath Orman draws on her experience and success as a financial adviser and lifestyle coach to gently guide you through discovering your money mindset and provide practical and proven strategies.” David Penglase – Behavioural scientist and author of Living in the Light of Day In this book, Kath gives you the tools to make the changes you need to in your life: – Attitude- realise how your thoughts and preconceived ideas are holding you back. – Abundance – understand what abundance means to you and how to attract more of it. – Action- increase your knowledge and awareness about money and take the steps to make the changes you need.

16 Joulu 202536min

Hellish Inc (A Hellish Inc Series) by David Adamson https://www.amazon.com/Hellish-Inc-David-Adamson/dp/1960093185 Davidadamson.ca Hellish Inc is a compelling work from the mind of the dead. As seen, in the first person through the eyes of Angels, Gods and Goddesses. The story spans more than 25,000 years of Earth’s history, in a series of flashbacks. Entities and beings from all the unknown realms, come to pass; like seasons in the lenses of the senses. These beings wield incredible power, unmatched in, and written about in legend. The stuff of Myths, lost through the ages of War and upheaval. The reader is taken into ancient times here on Earth, and into before unknown, unseen, reaches of Heaven and Hell. From the point of view of the first person, when the shit hits the fan, there’s no where to hide.

16 Joulu 202537min

The Adventures of Salt & Pepper by Naomi S Zeavin https://www.amazon.com/Adventures-Salt-Pepper-Naomi-Zeavin/dp/B0DJX31L5R Salt and Pepper are twin sisters. They were born in a puppy mill. But they were rescued, and now they live together in a loving home. But they remember what it was like in “that” place, and they want to help others. In her book The Adventures of Salt & Pepper, author Naomi Sokol Zeavin shares the story of these two twin puppies. Through pictures and words, you will see how animals need help and kindness from people. Many animals are born in puppy mills-like Salt and Pepper-or left on the street to take care of themselves. Salt and Pepper save the day by having a FUN-raiser, to get money to help all animals. The Adventures of Salt & Pepper is educational, teaching children the importance of working together … with people of all different demographics. Using pictures of real dogs and youngsters, the author shows step-by-step strategies to reach a collaborative goal that children can easily relate to. -Jill RobinPayne, MA, LPC-S, LCDC

16 Joulu 202522min

Jimmy’s Big Dream: The Story of Never Giving Up by Jimmy Mulzet https://www.amazon.com/Jimmys-Big-Dream-Story-Giving/dp/B0FDFZ1T32 Jimmymulzetstory.com “Jimmy’s Big Dream: The Story of Never Giving Up” is an inspiring story of a young boy with a physical challenge who refuses to let his limitations stop him from pursuing his dreams. With the support of his family and dog, Jimmy pushes through struggles and setbacks to achieve something many thought impossible. A delightful tale that encourages children to never give up on their aspirations.

15 Joulu 202532min

The Blockchain Syndicate: A Contemporary Thriller by Robbie Bach https://www.amazon.com/Blockchain-Syndicate-Contemporary-Thriller/dp/B0F9GYKTL9 https://theblockchainsyndicate.com/ A dead man blackmails a United States senator. A Russian assassin leaves a trail of bodies. A cryptic criminal syndicate unleashes financial chaos. A courageous war hero races to save her family—and her country. Set amid the turbulence of today’s headlines, this gripping techno thriller—the second in Bach’s series to feature Tamika Smith—pulses with high-stakes intrigue and razor-edged political drama. Senator Tamika Smith’s new year begins in shambles. First she receives an email threatening to expose her past—a threat from someone she knows is dead. Then her boyfriend, Johnny Humboldt, is kidnapped in broad daylight after his daughter is wounded in a California school shooting. Someone is desperate to take Tamika down and damage the country she loves. The attacks are professional, the delivery is flawless, and the message unmistakable: America is broken, and someone is determined to fix it their way. Standing in the eye of the storm, Tamika must navigate a political landscape riddled with betrayal, misinformation, and moral decay to rescue Johnny and uncover the group behind the web of conspiracy. As the country spirals toward financial Armageddon and democracy itself begins to unravel, Tamika must decide what she is willing to sacrifice to save her family and pull the nation back from the brink. With its sharp blend of shadowy villains and morally torn heroes, The Blockchain Syndicate dares you to question everything—right up to the final, breathless moment. About the author Robbie Bach is best known for founding and leading the team that created the Xbox. Today he is an entertaining storyteller and catalyzing voice who writes books and speaks to audiences on leadership, creativity, strategy, and civic issues. Robbie joined Microsoft in 1988. Over the next twenty-two years, he worked in various marketing and business management roles—including supporting the successful launch and expansion of Microsoft Office. As Chief Xbox Officer, he led the creation and development of the Xbox business, including the launch of the Xbox, and its highly popular successor, Xbox 360, as well as the Xbox Live gaming platform. Then as Microsoft’s President of the Entertainment and Devices Division, he was responsible for the company’s worldwide gaming, music, video, phone, and retail sales businesses until he retired in 2010. In his current role as a civic engineer, Robbie works with corporate, philanthropic, and civic organizations to help drive positive change in our communities. He guest-lectures extensively at a variety of colleges and universities and speaks to corporate, civic, nonprofit, and trade association audiences across the country. In 2015, he published his first book, “Xbox Revisited: A Game Plan for Corporate and Civic Renewal.” His first thriller novel, “The Wilkes Insurrection,” was published in 2021. The sequel thriller, “The Blockchain Syndicate” featuring Senator Tamika Smith, was published in 2025.

15 Joulu 202532min

The Sceptre: A Jonster the Monster and the Bear Adventure by B.E. Boucher https://beboucher.com/ https://www.amazon.com/Sceptre-Jonster-Monster-Bear-Adventure/dp/B0DSPJKWJX Did you ever dream of traveling to an alternate universe? Meet Bear, a high school kid with a life-long wish to find his mother, who disappeared when he was just a baby. Guided by an Indian medicine man, Bear sets off on an incredible adventure to a magical kingdom. With his friends by his side, he discovers a fantastical world where he meets Uriah, a talking cocker spaniel who reveals that Bear is the unlikely hero destined to save this realm from an evil king. In this enchanting land, nothing is as it seems. Bear faces constant challenges that blur the line between illusion and reality, making him question who he can trust—including his own friends. With the fate of the kingdom in his hands and the help of a lovable yet self-centered dog, Bear must unravel the secrets of the ancient scroll and the mysterious Sceptre. Join him on this thrilling journey of self-discovery, friendship, and courage, where the greatest adventures often come from the most unexpected places. About the author B.E. Boucher Motivated by his son’s long battle with brain cancer, businessman turned author B.E. Boucher created the Jonster the Monster and the Bear trilogy to offer escape and encouragement to young people fighting life-threatening illnesses. As they search for the Sceptre, Jonster and the Bear learn that optimism and hope are key to overcoming impossible odds. In the Sceptre, the author weaves childhood experiences with imaginative adventures and humor to create unforgettable characters, enduring memories, and Inspiration. Mr. Boucher also authored the Grosswords anthology of short stories geared to younger readers. In a fun and thought-provoking way, Grosswords focuses on the eternal faceoff between kids and parents as they confront offbeat situations and surprising twists.

10 Joulu 202540min