Beauty, Broken Cities & Politics – A Conversation with Sara Alessandrini

Beauty, Broken Cities & Politics – A Conversation with Sara Alessandrini

In this conversation, filmmaker and political commentator Sara Alessandrini returns to the show to discuss her experiences living in Los Angeles, the recent LA mayoral race featuring incumbent Karen Bass, DSA candidate Nithya Raman, and Spencer Pratt, and the city's ongoing struggles with homelessness, crime, business closures, and ineffective governance. Sara shares candid insights from her time managing the historic Egyptian Theatre on Hollywood Boulevard, contrasts life in LA with New York and her native Italy, and explores broader themes including energy independence, the failures of extreme environmental policies, the decline in beauty and craftsmanship in modern building, immigration and education systems, and the rise of DSA influence in Democratic politics. - Find Sara's documentary miniseries here: https://www.thisiswhatnewyorkerssay.com [https://www.thisiswhatnewyorkerssay.com/] - To view my deals, visit: https://mydeals.page/7fu7 [https://mydeals.page/7fu7]   - Want to be a guest on Shades of Jade Podcast? Send Samantha Jade Wooldrik a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/shadesofjadepod [https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/shadesofjadepod]  - Music: Mozart Horn Concerto No. 4, K. 495 – III. Rondo: Allegro vivace, performed by Dennis Brain (public domain recording from Archive.org)

The Birth of a Nation: July 4, 1776, and the Declaration of Independence

Music: Mozart Horn Concerto No. 4, K. 495 – III. Rondo: Allegro vivace, performed by Dennis Brain (public domain recording from Archive.org)

Fifty Shades of True Crime: Tattoos, Sexual Deviance, and Ego-Driven Confessions

In this gripping episode, retired Alaskan police officer Doug Fifer joins the show to share his remarkable 25-year career in law enforcement, from patrolling the unique challenges of Alaska’s vast wilderness to negotiating with serial killers and investigating some of the most disturbing sexual deviant crimes imaginable. Doug discusses his true crime book, Fifty Shades of True Crime, which dives into the hidden world of fetishes, power dynamics, and shocking real-life cases—including the unforgettable “Taboo Tattoo” story from his early days—while offering an interactive twist that lets readers play detective. He explores why Alaska attracts transient predators, the psychology of psychopaths versus sociopaths, the power (and limitations) of DNA evidence, hostage negotiations, and the emotional toll of child victim cases, all while delivering practical safety tips like trusting your gut and securing your home. - Check out Doug’s book on Amazon and visit https://dougfifer.com for more. - To find all my deals, visit: https://mydeals.page/7fu7 [https://mydeals.page/7fu7]  - Want to be a guest on Shades of Jade Podcast? Send Samantha Jade Wooldrik a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/shadesofjadepod [https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/shadesofjadepod]  - Music: Mozart Horn Concerto No. 4, K. 495 – III. Rondo: Allegro vivace, performed by Dennis Brain (public domain recording from Archive.org)

Iran Deal Progress, Reflecting Pool Vandalism, & SCOTUS Rulings: June 20-27, 2026

In this episode, I cover news related to Iran, the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, election integrity, the War on Fraud, immigration-related news, and noteworthy tidbits.  - Check out Old Glory (iconic music and sports fan merch) and use my promo code JADE for 15% off your entire order! https://promocode.to/old-glory/jade-kjj [https://promocode.to/old-glory/jade-kjj]   - Or to view all my deals, visit: https://mydeals.page/7fu7 [https://mydeals.page/7fu7]   - Want to be a guest on Shades of Jade Podcast? Send Samantha Jade Wooldrik a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/shadesofjadepod [https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/shadesofjadepod]  - Music: Mozart Horn Concerto No. 4, K. 495 – III. Rondo: Allegro vivace, performed by Dennis Brain (public domain recording from Archive.org)

Missing Persons and Cracking Cold Cases with Medium Kelly Kristin

In this captivating episode, psychic medium and investigator Kelly Kristin joins Sam to explore the fascinating world of psychic investigation. Kelly shares how she works with families and law enforcement on missing persons and suspicious death cases, detailing her careful "blind" process of receiving impressions, detailed note-taking, dream work, and collaboration with her team of 11 psychics—including a spirit artist—to cross-validate insights.She opens up about challenging cases that stay with her, offers intriguing psychic hits on the unresolved Jody Huisentruit disappearance from Mason City, Iowa, and recounts a recent success helping locate a missing brother. Kelly also discusses the emotional realities of the work, ethics around delivering difficult truths, the power of on-site visits, and practical ways for listeners to begin developing their own intuition. Kelly’s main website is here: https://www.mediumkellykristin.com [https://www.mediumkellykristin.com/] and she can also be reached here: www.thirdeyesleuth.com [https://www.thirdeyesleuth.com/].   To find all my deals, visit: https://mydeals.page/7fu7 [https://mydeals.page/7fu7]  Want to be a guest on Shades of Jade Podcast? Send Samantha Jade Wooldrik a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/shadesofjadepod [https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/shadesofjadepod]  Music: Mozart Horn Concerto No. 4, K. 495 – III. Rondo: Allegro vivace, performed by Dennis Brain (public domain recording from Archive.org)