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27 Mar 2024 | Ep 1 OCCULT: The Double Life of Rocketeer Jack Parsons Pt 1 | Pasadena, CA | 00:44:33 | |
Can a black arts occultist by night also be a pioneering rocket scientist by day? Sure can. We are kicking off Season 1: Los Angeles (and the Dark City series!) with the unlikely but true life story and accomplishments of Jack Parsons, one of the principal founders of NASA’s Jet Propulsion Lab. Coming of age in the 1920s and early 1930s, Jack lived in a world that believed a trip to the moon would never be possible. Always one to push the boundaries of convention, what started as Jack’s scrappy experiments with homemade explosives in the Arroyo Seco would eventually evolve into the foundation for space travel. So why not also think running black magic rituals with Scientology founder L. Ron Hubbard leads to great things? Join us as we share all of the scandalous and mind boggling details of the double life that helped shape Los Angeles as a birthplace of aerospace technology and Scientology. Have ideas or suggestion? We would love to hear from you! Send us a text via this link. 👏 Special thanks to our talented partners: | |||
03 Apr 2024 | Ep 2 OCCULT: The Double Life of Rocketeer Jack Parsons Pt 2 | Pasadena, CA | 00:43:17 | |
In Part 1, we introduced you to Jack Parsons, pioneering rocket scientist by day, occultist by night. This week, we will detail the downright bizarre rituals he engages in as his occult obsession drives him to near madness. From getting caught up in a destructive love triangle with the founder of Scientology to losing his hard earned professional credibility, Jack’s life could not be filled with more drama. Even the abrupt and tragic end to his life will leave us asking the question - would a rocket scientist really do that? Follow us for episode photos and more at: Have ideas or suggestion? We would love to hear from you! Send us a text via this link. 👏 Special thanks to our talented partners: | |||
10 Apr 2024 | Ep 3 SCANDAL: The Secret Lover in the Attic | Los Angeles, CA | 00:53:16 | |
Is it possible to hide away a secret lover in an attic…for nearly a decade?? What starts as a daytime affair in the midwest between Dolly Oesterreich and Otto San Huber quickly escalates into Otto living in the attic of Dolly’s home. This arrangement lasts for years, even surviving a move to Los Angeles where Otto continues to live hidden in the attic of Dolly’s Silver Lake home. But when Dolly’s husband dies under highly suspicious circumstances, the LAPD investigates only to hit a dead end - until a series of really sloppy mistakes and years of elapsed time reveals what they could have never guessed. Follow us for episode photos and more at: Have ideas or suggestion? We would love to hear from you! Send us a text via this link. 👏 Special thanks to our talented partners: | |||
18 Apr 2024 | Ep 4 HAUNTED: The Cecil Hotel, A True American Horror Story Pt 1 | Los Angeles, CA | 00:42:51 | |
The Cecil Hotel is often described as the most haunted place in Los Angeles, possibly the world. In its past century of existence, it has been the site of countless deaths, unsolved mysteries, and almost every category of crime you can think of. Even if you saw the Netflix series on The Cecil, you will still be shocked and surprised by the additional details and stories we found. The Cecil is located on the edge of one of the most dangerous neighborhoods in America, so is it just a victim of its geography? Or is there a darker force at work? #HauntedHotel #RichardRamirez #ElisaLam #SkidRow #DowntownLosAngeles #CecilHotel #HotelCalifornia #TrueCrimePodcast #LosAngelesHistory Have ideas or suggestion? We would love to hear from you! Send us a text via this link. 👏 Special thanks to our talented partners: | |||
25 Apr 2024 | Ep 5 HAUNTED: The Cecil Hotel, A True American Horror Story Pt 2 | Los Angeles, CA | 00:44:55 | |
Was it a tragic accident, murder, or a paranormal force at work? Theories abound as to how Elisa Lam, a Canadian student visiting LA as part of her exploration of the west coast, died in the shocking and bizarre way she did during her stay at The Cecil. In Part 2, we delve into the details of what is arguably the most well known tragedy at the hotel. With this place being such a hot spot for every tragedy imaginable, we share the perspective that maybe a Realm Walker is to blame (yes, it’s as terrifying as it sounds, we’ll explain) and an important announcement about The Cecil's future. Have ideas or suggestion? We would love to hear from you! Send us a text via this link. 👏 Special thanks to our talented partners: | |||
01 May 2024 | Ep 6 HISTORY, LORE & HAUNTINGS: Griffith Park | Los Angeles, CA | 00:52:26 | |
A wild mountain lion, the disembodied roar of a tiger, and a serial killer bear, oh my! And that’s just the wildlife of Griffith Park. It’s known for the Hollywood sign, its world class observatory, countless places to hike or chillax. Not so much for its long shady history of land owners mired in scandal, restless ghosts, and a few dozen dead bodies found over the decades. It’s pretty safe today, but you might just want to make sure you always hike with a buddy….and sanitize the picnic tables. We’ll tell you why! Have ideas or suggestion? We would love to hear from you! Send us a text via this link. 👏 Special thanks to our talented partners: | |||
09 May 2024 | Ep 7 CULT OR COMMUNE? The Source Family (It’s Totally A Cult) | Los Angeles, CA | 00:41:17 | |
The Source Family of 1970s Los Angeles had all of the trappings of a thriving commune with a flair for glamor. Running one of LA's earliest and most celebrated organic eateries on the Sunset Strip, it’s hard to see a darker reality lurking beneath the surface. But make no mistake, its leader, Jim Baker, had all of the characteristics of a cult leader, breaking his own rules and placing his members in life or death situations because of them. Have ideas or suggestion? We would love to hear from you! Send us a text via this link. 👏 Special thanks to our talented partners: | |||
17 May 2024 | Ep 8 ROCKEFELLER IMPOSTER: The “Who’s Who” of “Who’s That?” Pt 1 | San Marino, CA | 00:53:30 | |
This story makes the Netflix series “Inventing Anna” look like amateur hour. The con artist that set up shop in the picturesque city of San Marino in the early 80’s fooled just about everyone he met. But the truth would eventually unravel after an unexpected find nearly a decade later in a neighborhood backyard. Have ideas or suggestion? We would love to hear from you! Send us a text via this link. 👏 Special thanks to our talented partners: | |||
24 May 2024 | Ep 9 ROCKEFELLER IMPOSTER: The “Who’s Who” of “Who’s That?” Pt 2 | San Marino, CA | 00:51:13 | |
Christian Gerhartstreiter’s lies become more and more outrageous, yet the list of people he fools grows longer and longer. However, a secret that seemed to be long buried and forgotten will come back to haunt him, and eventually some form of justice will be served. Have ideas or suggestion? We would love to hear from you! Send us a text via this link. 👏 Special thanks to our talented partners: | |||
29 May 2024 | Ep 10 POLTERGEIST: UCLA Parapsychologists Investigate | Culver City, CA | 00:50:18 | |
Doris Bither, a single mother of four, reports unsettling instances of paranormal activity and assault in her home. Join us as we delve into the chilling investigation by UCLA parapsychologists to uncover the truth behind these disturbing events. Have ideas or suggestion? We would love to hear from you! Send us a text via this link. 👏 Special thanks to our talented partners: | |||
07 Jun 2024 | ICYMI Ep 11 SCANDAL: The Secret Lover in the Attic | Los Angeles, CA | 00:53:16 | |
Is it possible to hide away a secret lover in an attic…for nearly a decade?? What starts as a daytime affair in the midwest between Dolly Oesterreich and Otto San Huber quickly escalates into Otto living in the attic of Dolly’s home. This arrangement lasts for years, even surviving a move to Los Angeles where Otto continues to live hidden in the attic of Dolly’s Silver Lake home. But when Dolly’s husband dies under highly suspicious circumstances, the LAPD investigates only to hit a dead end - until a series of really sloppy mistakes and years of elapsed time reveals what they could have never guessed. Have ideas or suggestion? We would love to hear from you! Send us a text via this link. 👏 Special thanks to our talented partners: | |||
13 Jun 2024 | Ep 12 SCANDAL: Water for Los Angeles: A History of Lies & Tragedy | Los Angeles, CA | 00:40:12 | |
How does a city surrounded mostly by desert secure enough water to sustain millions of people? With lies and deception. Through a combination of aggressive strategies, including lobbying and manipulation, several of LA’s leaders acquired the access and infrastructure to bring water from over 200 miles away to the city back in the early 1900s. It’s not quite like the 1974 movie Chinatown, but it’s close. LA’s quest to secure enough water for its ever-growing population is filled with tragedy, including the collapse of the St. Francis Dam, one of the greatest American civil engineering failures of the 20th century. In this episode, we will delve into the history, covering names you may have heard of before, like William Mulholland of the famed Mulholland Drive, and the history you might not have heard of, like that of the Paiute people, who originally lived in and flourished in the Owens Valley, where LA sourced its water before it dried up and became the largest source of dust pollution in the US. Have ideas or suggestion? We would love to hear from you! Send us a text via this link. 👏 Special thanks to our talented partners: | |||
20 Jun 2024 | Ep 13 FRAUD: The Kidnapping of Sister Aimee | Los Angeles, CA | 00:47:19 | |
Why would a popular and accomplished preacher fake her own kidnapping? This is the tale of Aimee Semple McPherson, a woman who accomplished groundbreaking evangelical success and founded the Foursquare Church, only to have her credibility forever questioned once she emerged in the desert town of Douglas, Arizona in June of 1926, telling an unlikely story of being held captive during the previous six weeks. Have ideas or suggestion? We would love to hear from you! Send us a text via this link. 👏 Special thanks to our talented partners: | |||
29 Jun 2024 | Ep 14 SCANDALS & HAUNTINGS: The Owlwood and Greystone Estates | Beverly Hill, CA & Holmby Hills, CA | 00:43:02 | |
In this episode, we delve into the scandals surrounding the various owners of the Owlwood Estate in Holmby Hills as well as the mysterious murder-suicide cold case at the Greystone Estate in Beverly Hills. We also share eerie hauntings reported at Greystone, adding a supernatural layer to the estate's dark history. Join us as we navigate through these captivating and haunting stories from two of the Platinum Triangle's most infamous estates. We are pleased to announce that we will be sponsoring a booth at the True Crime and Paranormal Podcast Festival in Denver, Colorado on July 12 - 14, 2024. For event details and to book your ticket, please visit https://truecrimepodcastfestival.com/. We hope to see you there! Have ideas or suggestion? We would love to hear from you! Send us a text via this link. 👏 Special thanks to our talented partners: | |||
13 Jul 2024 | Ep 15 CONSPIRACY & SCANDAL: What's Beneath Denver's Airport & Cheesman Park | Denver, CO | 00:21:01 | |
Are the things hidden underneath Denver, Colorado driving many of the dark tales and sightings above ground? There are a whole host of conspiracy theories about what is really in the tunnels below Denver’s curiously large airport. Cheesman Park and its surrounding area in downtown Denver are the location of many accounts of terrifying paranormal activity. You won’t be surprised at all as to why when you find out what was/is still buried there. This is a special episode on Denver in honor of the True Crime and Podcast Festival we are attending this weekend! Have ideas or suggestion? We would love to hear from you! Send us a text via this link. 👏 Special thanks to our talented partners: | |||
26 Jul 2024 | Ep 16 HAUNTED: Inside the Croke-Patterson Mansion | Denver, CO | 01:00:49 | |
Ever dreamed of sleeping in a real-life haunted house? This Denver mansion-turned-inn might make you think twice about that bucket list item. This week we are wrapping up our 2-part special on Denver with a deep dive into the haunted history of the Croke-Patterson Mansion, a notorious Denver landmark steeped in paranormal activity. We’ll explore the mansion's dark past and hear firsthand paranormal accounts in the neighborhood from former reporter and Denver tour guide Scott Carrico. If you enjoy listening to him as much as we did, check out the list of audiobooks he narrates on Audible at https://www.audible.com/search?searchNarrator=Scott+Carrico. Have ideas or suggestion? We would love to hear from you! Send us a text via this link. 👏 Special thanks to our talented partners: | |||
19 Aug 2024 | Ep 17 SCANDAL: They Moved the Headstones, but Not the Bodies | Los Angeles, CA | 00:36:13 | |
Imagine walking through downtown Los Angeles, oblivious to the forgotten graves beneath your feet. We’re unearthing the eerie history of Los Angeles cemeteries and graveyards where the headstones were moved, but the bodies… not so much. Did anyone learn anything from Poltergeist?? For decades, construction crews have periodically dug up surprise skeletons and more around LA. We’ll share some of the finds in Boyle Heights through Chinatown, and give you a preview of a deeper dive we are planning to do in October on The Hollywood Forever cemetery. Have ideas or suggestion? We would love to hear from you! Send us a text via this link. 👏 Special thanks to our talented partners: | |||
04 Sep 2024 | Ep 18 HAUNTED: The Queen Mary's Luxurious & Ghostly Legacy | Long Beach, CA | 00:40:55 | |
Unlimited champagne at brunch and unlimited ghostly encounters at night. We are diving (sorry for the super cheesy pun) into the Queen Mary's history: from its glamorous heyday as a floating palace to its secretive role during World War II to the restless spirits and scents that still haunt the ship today. Have ideas or suggestion? We would love to hear from you! Send us a text via this link. 👏 Special thanks to our talented partners: | |||
19 Sep 2024 | Ep 19 CULT: Synanon's Degeneration from Addiction Treatment to Violent Cult Pt 1 | Santa Monica, CA | 00:30:17 | |
How does a group once celebrated for its success treating heroin addicts become a violent cult? Founded in 1958 by Charles "Chuck" Diederich, Synanon initially presented itself as an innovative and promising program for those struggling with addiction. However, beneath its acclaimed exterior lay a deeply flawed foundation. Despite praise from the media and endorsements from prominent figures - including one of the most influential psychologists of the 20th century - Synanon was always rotten at the core. You’ll be shocked by the methods Synanon used to treat drug addiction, all while enjoying public recognition. Have ideas or suggestion? We would love to hear from you! Send us a text via this link. 👏 Special thanks to our talented partners: | |||
11 Oct 2024 | Ep 20 CULT: Synanon's Degeneration from Addiction Treatment to Violent Cult Pt 2 | Tomales Bay, CA | 00:40:56 | |
What if the very institutions meant to rehabilitate and guide are the ones causing the most harm? Amidst egregious human rights abuses - mass sterilizations, institutionalized child abuse, violent threats and assaults on its critics - Synanon continues to get recognition from community leaders and tax dollars throughout most of the 1970s. What’s more shocking than that? Its many abusive practices are still very much alive today in the in the troubled teen industry. Have ideas or suggestion? We would love to hear from you! Send us a text via this link. 👏 Special thanks to our talented partners: | |||
22 Oct 2024 | Ep 21 HISTORY, LORE & HAUNTINGS: Whittier & Turnbull Canyon | Whittier, CA | 00:43:20 | |
Whittier, California is a charming city with an intriguing blend of Quaker roots and a haunting past. Join us as Jacob Caputo, founder of Haunted Whittier Ghost Tours, uncovers the city's dark history through documented hauntings, disturbing true crimes, and the eerie legends of Turnbull Canyon. From its humble beginnings to its connection with the most sinister serial killer you have probably never heard of, Whittier's hidden history will surprise you. Have ideas or suggestion? We would love to hear from you! Send us a text via this link. 👏 Special thanks to our talented partners: | |||
29 Oct 2024 | Ep 22 HAUNTED: Firsthand Accounts Aboard the Queen Mary with Author Nicole Strickland | Long Beach, CA | 00:39:13 | |
This week, we’re back aboard the Queen Mary, diving into firsthand accounts of its paranormal activity with Nicole Strickland, author of Haunted Queen of the Seas: The Living Legend of the RMS Queen Mary. From her first visit, Nicole was captivated by the ship’s blend of rich history and paranormal intrigue. Despite its wartime tragedies and mysterious incidents, you may be pleasantly surprised—these spirits are more sociable and curious than menacing, adding depth to the Queen Mary’s vibrant and storied reputation. Have ideas or suggestion? We would love to hear from you! Send us a text via this link. 👏 Special thanks to our talented partners: | |||
15 Nov 2024 | Ep 23 HAUNTED: The Lindley Street Poltergeist | Bridgeport, CT | 00:48:46 | |
With a remarkable range of witnesses—police, firefighters, religious leaders, and neighbors—reporting impossible events, this might be one of the most convincing cases of poltergeist activity. We are breaking from our current season on Los Angeles and taking a trip to 1974 Bridgeport, Connecticut to tell the story of the Goodin family haunting on Lindley Street. Have ideas or suggestion? We would love to hear from you! Send us a text via this link. 👏 Special thanks to our talented partners: | |||
26 Nov 2024 | Ep 24 MURDER: The Black Dahlia Beyond the Headlines Pt 1 | Los Angeles, CA | 00:43:36 | |
In the shadowy landscape of 1940s Los Angeles, one murder would captivate and horrify a nation. Elizabeth Short—forever immortalized as the Black Dahlia—represents more than just a gruesome crime. She was a young woman whose tragic end became a dark legend, a mystery that has haunted investigators and true crime enthusiasts for generations. We’re peeling back the layers of sensationalism and diving deep into the forensic details, cultural context, and shocking evidence that might finally answer the question: Who killed Elizabeth Short? Have ideas or suggestion? We would love to hear from you! Send us a text via this link. 👏 Special thanks to our talented partners: | |||
10 Dec 2024 | Ep 25 MURDER: The Black Dahlia Beyond the Headlines Pt 2 | Los Angeles, CA | 00:46:51 | |
We continue the tragic story of the murder of Elizabeth Short in 1947, famously known as the Black Dahlia, with the most compelling theories surrounding her killer's identity. Have ideas or suggestion? We would love to hear from you! Send us a text via this link. 👏 Special thanks to our talented partners: | |||
19 Dec 2024 | Ep 26 TRUE CRIME & HAUNTINGS: Touring LA's Iconic Locations with James T. Bartlett | Los Angeles, CA | 00:56:09 | |
Join us for an audio tour of Hollywood and downtown Los Angeles’ most haunted locations and infamous crime scenes with James T. Bartlett, journalist and author of Gourmet Ghosts Volumes 1 & 2. From the lingering spirit of Marilyn Monroe to the poetic capture of a murderer, this journey will give you a new perspective on these iconic locations. Have ideas or suggestion? We would love to hear from you! Send us a text via this link. 👏 Special thanks to our talented partners: | |||
31 Dec 2024 | Ep 27 MURDER: The Black Dahlia Beyond the Headlines - Featuring Steve Hodel Pt 3 | Los Angeles, CA | 01:07:55 | |
We conclude the tragic story of Elizabeth Short's 1947 murder with former LAPD homicide detective and New York Times bestselling author Steve Hodel. We delve into the moment Steve began to suspect his own father, Dr. George Hodel, was a central figure in the murder of Elizabeth Short, and subsequently the evidence he uncovered to substantiate that George was Elizabeth’s murderer. Throughout Steve's investigation, he reveals a complex web of connections linking Dr. Hodel to the art world, the disturbing crime scene, and widespread corruption within the LAPD. You can see the works of art referenced in this episode by clicking on the linked titles below. NOTE: Viewer Discretion Advised - These links contain graphic and upsetting material related to the Black Dahlia case. Have ideas or suggestion? We would love to hear from you! Send us a text via this link. 👏 Special thanks to our talented partners: | |||
14 Jan 2025 | Ep 28 FIRE: Everyone in LA Knows Someone Who Lost Everything | Los Angeles, CA | 00:21:43 | |
Los Angeles is burning, and the impact is personal. We delve into the current status of the devastating fires, discuss the factors that made them so catastrophic, and explore what they mean for the city's future. Linked Sources Referenced: Have ideas or suggestion? We would love to hear from you! Send us a text via this link. 👏 Special thanks to our talented partners: | |||
01 Feb 2025 | Ep 29 HOLLYWOOD SCANDALS: The Fallen Star & The Superman | Los Angeles, CA | 01:01:58 | |
Was Roscoe “Fatty” Arbuckle a scapegoat or a villain? Did George Reeves take his own life, or was there something more sinister at play? In this episode, we dive into two of Hollywood’s most infamous tragedies—Arbuckle’s scandalous trial that destroyed his career and Reeves’ mysterious death that still fuels conspiracy theories. Decades apart, both cases captivated the public and left behind more questions than answers. And even though Arbuckle received an official verdict and Reeves’ death was ruled a suicide, both stories remain unsettled to this day. Follow us for episode photos and more at: Have ideas or suggestion? We would love to hear from you! Send us a text via this link. 👏 Special thanks to our talented partners: | |||
17 Feb 2025 | Ep 30 CORRUPTION: You Can Fight City Hall – Restaurateur Clifford Clinton’s Complex Legacy with Robert Petersen | Los Angeles, CA | 00:39:02 | |
How does a cafeteria owner in 1930s Los Angeles, dedicated to providing affordable meals for all, become the driving force behind exposing and dismantling corruption? Today we are joined by Robert Petersen, host of the podcast The Hidden History of Los Angeles, to talk about Clifford Clinton—a man who took on the city’s power structure and won, but whose own personal life tells a far more complicated story. You can check out Robert’s podcast The Hidden History of Los Angeles at podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hidden-history-of-los-angeles/id666596114, or follow him on Instagram @hiddenhistoryla. Follow us for episode photos and more at: Have ideas or suggestion? We would love to hear from you! Send us a text via this link. 👏 Special thanks to our talented partners: | |||
04 Mar 2025 | Ep 31 UNSOLVED: A Tragic Murder and A Missing Diary - The Christa Helm Story with Jamey DuVall | Los Angeles, CA | 01:10:24 | |
What did Christa Helm know that got her killed? Or was she the victim of a jealous rage? On February 12, 1977, Christa was brutally stabbed to death in a quiet West Hollywood neighborhood. The night she was murdered, she carried a personal diary filled with high-profile names, secrets, and scandals—one that mysteriously vanished and has never been found. Decades later, her killer remains unknown. The eerie coincidences surrounding her death are just as numerous as the people who may have had a motive to silence her. Joining us to unravel the mystery is Jamey DuVall, Christa’s biographer and producer of the podcast Movie Geeks United. You can submit a tip or stay updated on Jamey’s work and his upcoming book at www.whokilledchristahelm.com, or follow him on Instagram and Facebook @whokilledchristahelm. Follow us for episode photos and more at: Have ideas or suggestion? We would love to hear from you! Send us a text via this link. 👏 Special thanks to our talented partners: | |||
19 Mar 2025 | Ep 32 HAUNTED: The Island that Terrifies J.D. Barker - and Inspired His Novel | Wood Island, Maine | 00:30:47 | |
Wood Island is so haunted, even bestselling horror writer J.D. Barker won’t stay the night - and he’s here to share how its chilling history inspired his upcoming book, Something I Keep Upstairs. Just as the Stanley Hotel inspired Stephen King’s The Shining (and J.D. shares a terrifying story from his own stay there!), Wood Island’s dark past—plagued by disease, starvation, vanished bodies, and eerie paranormal activity—laid the foundation for his latest novel. Most chilling is J.D.'s revelation that while writing the novel, he repeatedly created fictional scenes only to later discover he had accurately described actual historical events—information he had no prior knowledge of. You can preorder a signed copy of Something I Keep Upstairs at dbarker.com. If you are not entirely terrified of Wood Island by the end of this episode, you can enter the contest to stay overnight at https://woobox.com/vcevs2. If you win, you have to write to us at info@darkcitypodcast.com and share all of the details! Follow us for episode photos and more at: Have ideas or suggestion? We would love to hear from you! Send us a text via this link. 👏 Special thanks to our talented partners: | |||
04 Apr 2025 | Ep 33 HIDDEN HISTORY: Wrensmoor Castle’s Secrets and Spector Pt 1 | Alhambra, CA | 00:24:42 | |
What’s the story behind Alhambra’s castle on the hill? Wrensmoor Castle stands like a stately gift from the past, modeled after the grand châteaus of the Pyrenees, the homeland of its original builder, Sylvester Dupuy. Behind its stately facade is a layered history shaped by opulence, challenges, and moments of dark intrigue. From hidden passages to a séance room, the castle has seen it all—including the downfall of legendary music producer Phil Spector, who once called it home. Have ideas or suggestion? We would love to hear from you! Send us a text via this link. 👏 Special thanks to our talented partners: | |||
10 Apr 2025 | Ep 34 HIDDEN HISTORY: Wrensmoor Castle’s Secrets and Spector Pt 2 | Alhambra, CA | 00:45:15 | |
Famed music producer Phil Spector‘s enraged reaction stunned police when they showed up to his castle to find actress Lana Clarkson dead in his foyer. But even more shocking was the story Phil Spector and his defense team told at his murder trial, especially when compared to the forensic evidence. Have ideas or suggestion? We would love to hear from you! Send us a text via this link. 👏 Special thanks to our talented partners: |