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Eric Smith and Paul Jones are back this week as they continue to celebrate the Raptors' 30th season. This week they are joined by seven-year NBA veteran and former Toronto Raptor, Aaron Gray! The guys look back on the start of Aaron's career playing in the Big East at Pitt and how that set the tone for what was to come. He shares his experience being drafted by the Bulls, along with the role Ben Wallace played in his early career. Later, the trio dive into Aaron's time in Toronto including his initial introduction to the city, how the team was constructed, why they could never seem to get over the hump, what happened on the day he was traded, and how he felt seeing the Raptors lift the title in 2024. Finally, the guys close out the episode talking about Aaron's heart condition that cut short his NBA career and what life has been like after basketball. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren: Nurturing Through Adversity
Are you a grandparent unexpectedly faced with raising your grandchildren while dealing with the heartbreaking loss of your own child? Do you find yourself yearning for understanding and navigating through a maze of emotions, responsibilities, and societal expectations? Are you struggling to balance mental health, physical wellness, and spiritual growth while carrying the weight of grief?I'm Laura Brazan, and a decade after losing my son, I've become an advocate for grandparents like you, raising their grandchildren under challenging circumstances. My journey has shown me that it's possible to rebuild a fulfilling life despite life's unexpected turns.Welcome to 'Grandparents Raising Grandchildren: A Survivor's Journey.' In this episode, we dive deep into "A Man's Survival Guide for Rebuilding Life After The Death of A Child" with our guest Aaron Gray, a trauma recovery expert. Aaron shares his transformative journey over the last eleven years, offering insights on holistic wellness, community support, and the importance of tailored therapies like EMDR for dealing with personal trauma. For more information about Aaron, please visit https://i2uthrive.com/Together, we will address the often-taboo topic of men's mental health, explore the importance of self-care, and provide practical advice for those in the throes of grief. Join us as we uncover valuable life lessons and create a supportive community to help you and your grandchildren thrive despite adversity. Tune in to find strength, hope, and practical wisdom. Let's reshape our futures together.Send us a textThank you for tuning into today's episode. It's been a journey of shared stories, insights, and invaluable advice from the heart of a community that knows the beauty and challenges of raising grandchildren. Your presence and engagement mean the world to us and to grandparents everywhere stepping up in ways they never imagined. Remember, you're not alone on this journey. For more resources, support, and stories, visit our website and follow us on our social media channels. If today's episode moved you, consider sharing it with someone who might find comfort and connection in our shared experiences. We look forward to bringing more stories and expert advice your way next week. Until then, take care of yourselves and each other.Want to be a guest on Grandparents Raising Grandchildren: Nurturing Through Adversity? Send Laura Brazan a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/grgLiked this episode? Share it and tag us on Facebook @GrandparentsRaisingGrandchilden Love the show? Leave a review and let us know! CONNECT WITH US: Website | Facebook
On this episode of the Older Pastor/Younger Pastor Podcast, Dave and Ryan continue their new series 10 Years After Mars Hill. On this epsiode they are joined by Aaron Gray.
Aaron Gray, a podcaster, mindset mentor, and personal development expert, shares his journey of overcoming personal tragedy and transforming trauma into a mission to help others. This episode looks into Aaron's life-altering experience of losing his child, coping with immense personal challenges, and emerging stronger through holistic wellness practices. Listeners gain practical insights into developing a resilient mindset, the importance of community, and actionable steps to begin their own paths to recovery and personal growth. 00:00 Introduction to Guest and Topics 01:11 Aaron's Personal Journey 08:17 Navigating Through Trauma 19:30 Building Positive Habits 41:49 Community and Support Networks 47:03 Promoting Positivity 56:49 Aaron's Podcast InformationLinks & ResourcesVeteran Suicide & Crisis Line: Dial 988, then press 1 Website: https://i2uthrive.com/ Follow Aaron Gray on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/i2uthrive/ Other links: https://urlgeni.us/youtube/channel/p5JwSTranscriptView the transcript for this episode.
This week Colly and Big Paddy gave the updates on the Fantasy Football league with Aaron Gray regaining his no.1 position at the top of the table with the host Colly currently leading the September race for manager of the month! Colly and Paddy also have a look back at the Chelsea 3-0 vs West Ham, the Man Utd 1-1 against Palace and the pure entertainment that was Man City vs Arsenal! We also give score predictions for this weekends football!
In this enlightening episode of Project Mindfully Outdoors, host Mike Martin engages in a heartfelt conversation with guest Aaron Gray. Together, they share their personal journeys of navigating grief, depression, and various life challenges, illustrating how such hardships can serve as catalysts for personal growth and introspection. The discussion delves into the transformative power of nature, spirituality, therapy, and meditation in their healing processes, underscoring the importance of challenging negative thought patterns and beliefs that can hinder progress. Aaron and Mike also highlight the critical role of understanding one's mission in life and cultivating a resilient mindset to navigate life's inevitable changes, embracing the impermanence of relationships and experiences. Listeners are encouraged to see challenges not as obstacles, but as invaluable lessons that contribute to a more profound understanding of oneself and one's purpose. Tune in to explore these vital themes and learn how to harness the strength within vulnerability. Links Aaron Gray Project Mindfully Outdoors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this enlightening episode of Project Mindfully Outdoors, host Mike Martin engages in a heartfelt conversation with guest Aaron Gray. Together, they share their personal journeys of navigating grief, depression, and various life challenges, illustrating how such hardships can serve as catalysts for personal growth and introspection. The discussion delves into the transformative power of nature, spirituality, therapy, and meditation in their healing processes, underscoring the importance of challenging negative thought patterns and beliefs that can hinder progress. Aaron and Mike also highlight the critical role of understanding one's mission in life and cultivating a resilient mindset to navigate life's inevitable changes, embracing the impermanence of relationships and experiences. Listeners are encouraged to see challenges not as obstacles, but as invaluable lessons that contribute to a more profound understanding of oneself and one's purpose. Tune in to explore these vital themes and learn how to harness the strength within vulnerability. Links Aaron Gray Project Mindfully Outdoors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Funeral Service for Elinor Rae Gray (12/19/2031-3/21/2024) at Creekside Church, Friday, March 29, 2024 at 10:30am Officiants: Tom Baird and Larry Westphal Musician: Karen McFadden, Accompanist Order of Service: Welcome and Opening Prayer: Steve Smith Obituary: Larry Westphal Congregational Hymn: “Amazing Grace” Remembrances of Elinor Message: Tom Baird Congregational Hymn:”The Old Rugged Cross” Closing Prayer: Steve Smith Graveside Service: Larry Westphal Pallbearers: Coralynn Gray, Aaron Gray, Andrew Gray, Megan Elsbecker, Zach Elsbecker, Parker Gray, Kylie LeTellier, Logan LeTellier Internment: Glendale Cemetery, Des Moines, Iowa
The guys get you ready for the 2023 SWAC Football Championship game between Prairie View A&M and Florida A&M on Ken Rile Field at Bragg Memorial Stadium on Saturday December, 2nd. Special Guest: FAMU Head Football Coach Willie Simmons; Former PVAMU QB and FAMU QB Coach K.J. Black; Former FAMU Football players Tyronn Johnson, Aaron Gray and Cainon Lamb. #FAMU #SWACChampionshipGame #PVAMUvsFAMU Be part of the conversation in the chats on YouTube (MyJBN1) and Facebook (@OandGStrikeZone), and make your voice heard. Make a donation to the show via this link: https://square.link/u/J3o0SNih/ or Cash App: $MyJBNMyBCSN Follow The O&G StrikeZone and Twitter, Facebook and Instagram: @OandGStrikeZone --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bcsn-podzone/message
Aaron Gray is heading into his junior year of basketball at the college level. Gray, a reoccurring quest who originally came on the show during his SNHU days, has now transferred into his third program.After leaving SNHU, Gray would head to Niagara University and make his first jump over to Division 1 College Basketball. Becoming their second leading scorer this past year, Gray would then seek out his options in the transfer portal.Find out on this weeks episode of Cam's Corner what's in store for Aaron and his future with Indiana St.Aaron Gray: https://www.instagram.com/showtimegray/
Paige and Cynthia chat with Aaron Gray, who shares her powerful testimony about God's redeeming love.
NFL – National Football League – Week 14 Yesterday Detroit Lions 34, Minnesota Vikings 23 Bears, Packers, and Colts are off this week Lions 34, Vikings 23 – Goff helps surging Lions beat division-leading Vikings 34-23 Jared Goff threw for 330 yards and three touchdowns, leading the surging Detroit Lions to a 34-23 win over the NFC North-leading Minnesota Vikings. The Vikings needed a win or tie to clinch the division title. Kirk Cousins threw for 425 yards, including a franchise-record 223 to Justin Jefferson on 11 catches. But Dalvin Cook ran for just 23 yards on 15 carries, and Minnesota couldn't stop Goff. Detroit has won five of six, its best stretch since its last postseason appearance in 2016. The Lions invested a lot to give Goff deep-play threats this season, signing DJ Chark in free agency and trading up to draft Jameson Williams 12th overall. The moves finally paid off against Minnesota. Other NFL Scores L.A. Rams 17, Las Vegas 16 Baltimore 16, Pittsburgh 14 Buffalo 20, N.Y. Jets 12 Cincinnati 23, Cleveland 10 Dallas 27, Houston 23 Jacksonville 36, Tennessee 22 Philadelphia 48, N.Y. Giants 22 Kansas City 34, Denver 28 Carolina 30, Seattle 24 San Francisco 35, Tampa Bay 7 L.A. Chargers 23, Miami 17 Open: Indianapolis, Atlanta, Chicago, Green Bay, New Orleans, Washington Tonight New England Patriots at Arizona Cardinals, 8:15 p.m. NCAAMBKB – Men's College Basketball Yesterday Marquette 79, Notre Dame 64 Niagara 67, Eastern Michigan 60 Marquette 79, Notre Dame 64 – Jones, Ighodaro lead Marquette over Notre Dame 79-64 Kam Jones scored 25 points, Oso Ighodaro added a double-double and Marquette breezed to a 79-64 victory over Notre Dame. Jones sank half of his 20 shots with four 3-pointers for the Golden Eagles (8-3). Ighodaro added 16 points and a career-high 18 rebounds. Olivier Maxence Prosper had 14 points and Tyler Kolek scored 11 with six assists. Nate Laszewski paced the Fighting Irish (7-3) with 20 points and seven rebounds. JJ Starling scored 12. Ighodaro had 10 points and 10 rebounds to guide Marquette to a 34-29 lead at halftime. Niagara 67, EMU 60 – Thomasson scores 20 as Niagara takes down Eastern Michigan Noah Thomasson had 20 points in Niagara's 67-60 win over Eastern Michigan. Thomasson shot 7 for 14 and 5 of 7 from the free throw line. Aaron Gray added 12 points and David Mitchell 11 for the Purple Eagles. Noah Farrakhan led Eastern Michigan in scoring, finishing with 21 points and four assists. Eastern Michigan also got 13 points from Emoni Bates. NBA – National Basketball Association Yesterday Los Angeles Lakers 124, Detroit Pistons 117 Atlanta Hawks 123, Chicago Bulls 122 – OT Lakers 124, Pistons 117 – James, Davis carry Lakers past Pistons, 124-117 LeBron James scored 35 points, Anthony Davis had 34 points and 15 rebounds and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Detroit Pistons 124-117 on Sunday night. Davis also had seven assists as the Lakers overcame 38 points from Bojan Bogdanovic to end a three-game losing streak. Lonnie Walker IV added 18 points for Los Angeles and Russell Westbrook had 11 points and nine assists. Rookie Jaden Ivey had 16 points for Detroit. The Pistons have lost three straight. The Lakers led 61-49 at halftime, but Bogdanovic scored a career-high 25 points in the third quarter to pull the Pistons back into the game. Hawks 123, Bulls 122 – OT – Griffin wins game at OT buzzer, Hawks hold off Bulls 123-122 A.J. Griffin hit a 6-footer on an alley-oop pass at the overtime buzzer and the Atlanta Hawks snapped a three-game losing streak with a 123-122 victory over the Chicago Bulls. DeMar DeRozan sank three free throws with 0.5 seconds remaining in overtime to finish with 33 points as it appeared the Bulls had the game wrapped up. But Griffin took the alley-oop pass from Jalen Johnson on the sideline and scored on a turnaround jumper with a defender nearby to seal the win. Trae Young hit a 20-footer with 1 second left to give the Hawks a 121-119 lead in the extra period, and Bogdan Bogdanovic scored 17 of his 28 points in the first half for Atlanta. Tonight Miami Heat at Indiana Pacers, 7:00 p.m. NCAAWBKB – Women's College Basketball Yesterday Georgia Tech 71, Central Michigan 45 (3) Ohio State 74, Michigan State 68 (3) Ohio State 74, Michigan State 68 – Thierry, No. 3 Ohio State hold off Michigan State 74-68 Taylor Thierry scored a career-high 21 points and Taylor Mikesell added 16 as No. 3 Ohio State won its 10th game in a row Sunday defeating Michigan State 74-68. The Buckeyes (10-0) led by as many as 18 points in the first half before the Spartans cut it down to one with 1:44 left in the fourth quarter. Taylor Mikesell made four free throws in the final minute and Madison Greene added another as Michigan State missed four of its last six shot attempts. “We showed really good competitive character,” Ohio State coach Kevin McGuff said. “We kept fighting and scratching and clawing and just doing whatever we had to try to find a way to win.” WNBA – ‘I want to talk’: Griner opened up during her long trip home WNBA star Brittney Griner didn't want quiet time as soon as she boarded a U.S. government plane that would bring her home. “I've been in prison for 10 months, listening to the Russians. I want to talk,” Griner said. That’s according to Roger Carstens, the special presidential envoy for hostage affairs, who helped secure the basketball star's release and bring her back to the U.S. last week. Carstens told CNN’s “State of the Union” on Sunday that Griner walked throughout the plane, introducing herself to every member of the flight crew, shaking their hands, and “making a personal connection with them.” NCAAFB – College Football – Week 15 Saturday Army 20, Navy 17 – 2OT 1ST Overtime game in the 123 year history of the Army/Navy Game NCAAFB – Navy’s Ken Niumatalolo out after 15 seasons as coach Navy coach Ken Niumatalolo is out after 15 seasons at the helm. The academy said Sunday that Niumatalolo would not return. The announcement came a day after the Midshipmen lost to Army in overtime and finished 4-8 for the second straight year. Niumatalolo is the winningest coach in school history at 109-83, but after going 11-2 in 2019, Navy hasn't finished above .500 since. Defensive coordinator Brian Newberry was named interim coach. Athletic director Chet Gladchuk is expected to speak to reporters Monday. NCAAFB – Mississippi State coach Mike Leach hospitalized in Jackson Mississippi State football coach Mike Leach was hospitalized after “a personal health issue” that happened at his home in Starkville. The 61-year-old Leach was airlifted to the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, which is about 125 miles away from Mississippi State. The university said in a statement it would have no further comment on Leach's condition. Defensive coordinator Zach Arnett has been placed in charge of the team as it prepares for an appearance in the ReliaQuest Bowl on Jan. 2 in Tampa, Florida. Leach is in his third season at Mississippi State, with a 19-17 record. NCAAFB – College Football – Division II Semifinals Saturday Ferris State 38, West Florida 17 Ferris State will face Colorado School of Mines on Saturday at 1:00 at McKinney Texas for the NCAA DII National Championship, FSU is the defending national champions. SW Michigan players on Ferris. Tyrese Hunt-Thompson (Cassopolis), Darius Pruitt (Kalamazoo Central), Caleb Murphy (Dowagiac), Cyntell Williams (Battle Creek Central), Cailyn Murphy (Dowagiac), Derrell Mabon (Kal. Loy Norrix), Jalen Jones (Mattawan), Corbin Kalin (St. Joseph), Kyler Granger (Battle Creek Central), Garrett Jones (Berrien Springs), Cameron Wirtz (BC Lakeview), Tirell Hausmanis (Three Rivers), Tayvon Hughes (BC Lakeview). NCAAFB – College Football – Division III Semifinals Saturday Mount Union 34, Wartburg College 31 Mount Union will face North Central on Friday at 7:00 at Annapolis, MD for the NCAA DIII National Championship in the Stagg Bowl SW Michigan players on Mt. Union. Brennan Kerns (St. Joseph) MHSAA – High School Sports Saturday Boys Basketball Buchanan 54, Coloma 37 Holt 42, Battle Creek Central 37 Charlotte 46, Vicksburg 36 GR Forest Hills Northern 43, Otsego 33 Quincy 48, White Pigeon 36 Girls Basketball Potterville 47, Michigan Lutheran 23 Kalamazoo Central 52, Jackson 35 White Pigeon 32, Quincy 26 Today Boys Basketball Brandywine at Bronson, 7:00 p.m. Berrien Springs at South Bend Career Academy (IN), 7:00 p.m. Martin at Hartford, 7:00 p.m. Girls Basketball Bridgman at New Buffalo, 6:00 p.m. Eau Claire at Watervliet Grace Christian, 6:00 p.m. Galesburg-Augusta at Schoolcraft, 7:00 p.m. Wyoming-Lee at Holland Black River, 7:00 p.m. Holland Black River joined the SAC Conference this year FIFA – World Cup 2020 – Qatar Tuesday Semifinal 1 Argentina vs. Croatia, 2:00 p.m. Wednesday Semifinal 2 France vs. Morocco, 2:00 p.m. FIFA – England looks to future after latest World Cup heartbreak England’s World Cup fate was effectively sealed from the penalty spot as Harry Kane's late strike flew high over the bar at Al Bayt Stadium. France held out for a 2-1 win that sent the defending champions back to the semifinals and England home. Penalties have cost the Three Lions time and again at major tournaments. They have lost shootouts on seven occasions in World Cups and European Championships since 1990. It didn't come down to that against France. But Kane still faced a test of nerve from the spot when standing over the ball in the 84th minute. FIFA – Mbappé to face good friend Hakimi in World Cup semifinal Kylian Mbappé is going to meet his good friend Achraf Hakimi again at this World Cup. The France star went to visit his Paris Saint-Germain teammate at the Morocco team hotel in downtown Doha last week. Mbappé will be marked by Hakimi in a World Cup semifinal on Wednesday. His path to Morocco's goal down the French left wing blocked by a player he has called the best right-back in the world. Their friendship in Paris had bonded over music, video games and choreographed goal celebrations. Only one friend can advance to a World Cup final against Argentina or Croatia. FIFA – Ronaldo says his dream of winning World Cup has ‘ended’ Cristiano Ronaldo has said in a cryptic social media post that his dream of winning the World Cup with Portugal has ended. But he stopped short of announcing his retirement from international duty. The 37-year-old Ronaldo left the field in tears after Portugal lost 1-0 to Morocco in the quarterfinals on Saturday. Ronaldo said Sunday on Instagram in his first comments after the elimination that it was “time to take stock.” But he didn’t explicitly say if he wants to carry on being available for Portugal. Ronaldo is the all-time leading scorer in men's international soccer with 118 goals. He said putting Portugal “on the highest level in the world” was his biggest dream. FIFA – After Neymar, Croatia aims to end Messi’s World Cup dream Croatia has already ended Neymar's World Cup dream by beating Brazil in the quarterfinals. Now it hopes to do the same to Lionel Messi in the semifinals on Tuesday. The 2018 runner-up Croatia is the next obstacle for Argentina to overcome as Messi bids to win the one major trophy that has eluded him. Croatia was beaten by France in the final in Russia and is on its own mission to go one step further this time.Detroit Lions’ Jameson Williams reacts after catching a touchdown pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings Sunday, Dec. 11, 2022, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)Los Angeles Lakers guard Russell Westbrook. left, dribbles around Detroit Pistons guard Alec Burks during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Sunday, Dec. 11, 2022, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Jose Juarez)Atlanta Hawks forward AJ Griffin, front left, shoots a buzzer-beater over Chicago Bulls forward Derrick Jones Jr. during the second half of an NBA basketball game, Sunday, Dec. 11, 2022, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Hakim Wright Sr.)Ohio State’s Taylor Thierry, right, looks for an an open pass as Michigan State’s Kamaria McDaniel defends during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game on Sunday, Dec. 11, 2022, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
NFL – National Football League – Week 14 Yesterday Detroit Lions 34, Minnesota Vikings 23 Bears, Packers, and Colts are off this week Lions 34, Vikings 23 – Goff helps surging Lions beat division-leading Vikings 34-23 Jared Goff threw for 330 yards and three touchdowns, leading the surging Detroit Lions to a 34-23 win over the NFC North-leading Minnesota Vikings. The Vikings needed a win or tie to clinch the division title. Kirk Cousins threw for 425 yards, including a franchise-record 223 to Justin Jefferson on 11 catches. But Dalvin Cook ran for just 23 yards on 15 carries, and Minnesota couldn’t stop Goff. Detroit has won five of six, its best stretch since its last postseason appearance in 2016. The Lions invested a lot to give Goff deep-play threats this season, signing DJ Chark in free agency and trading up to draft Jameson Williams 12th overall. The moves finally paid off against Minnesota. Other NFL Scores L.A. Rams 17, Las Vegas 16 Baltimore 16, Pittsburgh 14 Buffalo 20, N.Y. Jets 12 Cincinnati 23, Cleveland 10 Dallas 27, Houston 23 Jacksonville 36, Tennessee 22 Philadelphia 48, N.Y. Giants 22 Kansas City 34, Denver 28 Carolina 30, Seattle 24 San Francisco 35, Tampa Bay 7 L.A. Chargers 23, Miami 17 Open: Indianapolis, Atlanta, Chicago, Green Bay, New Orleans, Washington Tonight New England Patriots at Arizona Cardinals, 8:15 p.m. NCAAMBKB – Men’s College Basketball Yesterday Marquette 79, Notre Dame 64 Niagara 67, Eastern Michigan 60 Marquette 79, Notre Dame 64 – Jones, Ighodaro lead Marquette over Notre Dame 79-64 Kam Jones scored 25 points, Oso Ighodaro added a double-double and Marquette breezed to a 79-64 victory over Notre Dame. Jones sank half of his 20 shots with four 3-pointers for the Golden Eagles (8-3). Ighodaro added 16 points and a career-high 18 rebounds. Olivier Maxence Prosper had 14 points and Tyler Kolek scored 11 with six assists. Nate Laszewski paced the Fighting Irish (7-3) with 20 points and seven rebounds. JJ Starling scored 12. Ighodaro had 10 points and 10 rebounds to guide Marquette to a 34-29 lead at halftime. Niagara 67, EMU 60 – Thomasson scores 20 as Niagara takes down Eastern Michigan Noah Thomasson had 20 points in Niagara’s 67-60 win over Eastern Michigan. Thomasson shot 7 for 14 and 5 of 7 from the free throw line. Aaron Gray added 12 points and David Mitchell 11 for the Purple Eagles. Noah Farrakhan led Eastern Michigan in scoring, finishing with 21 points and four assists. Eastern Michigan also got 13 points from Emoni Bates. NBA – National Basketball Association Yesterday Los Angeles Lakers 124, Detroit Pistons 117 Atlanta Hawks 123, Chicago Bulls 122 – OT Lakers 124, Pistons 117 – James, Davis carry Lakers past Pistons, 124-117 LeBron James scored 35 points, Anthony Davis had 34 points and 15 rebounds and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Detroit Pistons 124-117 on Sunday night. Davis also had seven assists as the Lakers overcame 38 points from Bojan Bogdanovic to end a three-game losing streak. Lonnie Walker IV added 18 points for Los Angeles and Russell Westbrook had 11 points and nine assists. Rookie Jaden Ivey had 16 points for Detroit. The Pistons have lost three straight. The Lakers led 61-49 at halftime, but Bogdanovic scored a career-high 25 points in the third quarter to pull the Pistons back into the game. Hawks 123, Bulls 122 – OT – Griffin wins game at OT buzzer, Hawks hold off Bulls 123-122 A.J. Griffin hit a 6-footer on an alley-oop pass at the overtime buzzer and the Atlanta Hawks snapped a three-game losing streak with a 123-122 victory over the Chicago Bulls. DeMar DeRozan sank three free throws with 0.5 seconds remaining in overtime to finish with 33 points as it appeared the Bulls had the game wrapped up. But Griffin took the alley-oop pass from Jalen Johnson on the sideline and scored on a turnaround jumper with a defender nearby to seal the win. Trae Young hit a 20-footer with 1 second left to give the Hawks a 121-119 lead in the extra period, and Bogdan Bogdanovic scored 17 of his 28 points in the first half for Atlanta. Tonight Miami Heat at Indiana Pacers, 7:00 p.m. NCAAWBKB – Women’s College Basketball Yesterday Georgia Tech 71, Central Michigan 45 (3) Ohio State 74, Michigan State 68 (3) Ohio State 74, Michigan State 68 – Thierry, No. 3 Ohio State hold off Michigan State 74-68 Taylor Thierry scored a career-high 21 points and Taylor Mikesell added 16 as No. 3 Ohio State won its 10th game in a row Sunday defeating Michigan State 74-68. The Buckeyes (10-0) led by as many as 18 points in the first half before the Spartans cut it down to one with 1:44 left in the fourth quarter. Taylor Mikesell made four free throws in the final minute and Madison Greene added another as Michigan State missed four of its last six shot attempts. “We showed really good competitive character,” Ohio State coach Kevin McGuff said. “We kept fighting and scratching and clawing and just doing whatever we had to try to find a way to win.” WNBA – ‘I want to talk’: Griner opened up during her long trip home WNBA star Brittney Griner didn’t want quiet time as soon as she boarded a U.S. government plane that would bring her home. “I’ve been in prison for 10 months, listening to the Russians. I want to talk,” Griner said. That’s according to Roger Carstens, the special presidential envoy for hostage affairs, who helped secure the basketball star’s release and bring her back to the U.S. last week. Carstens told CNN’s “State of the Union” on Sunday that Griner walked throughout the plane, introducing herself to every member of the flight crew, shaking their hands, and “making a personal connection with them." NCAAFB – College Football – Week 15 Saturday Army 20, Navy 17 – 2OT 1ST Overtime game in the 123 year history of the Army/Navy Game NCAAFB – Navy’s Ken Niumatalolo out after 15 seasons as coach Navy coach Ken Niumatalolo is out after 15 seasons at the helm. The academy said Sunday that Niumatalolo would not return. The announcement came a day after the Midshipmen lost to Army in overtime and finished 4-8 for the second straight year. Niumatalolo is the winningest coach in school history at 109-83, but after going 11-2 in 2019, Navy hasn’t finished above .500 since. Defensive coordinator Brian Newberry was named interim coach. Athletic director Chet Gladchuk is expected to speak to reporters Monday. NCAAFB – Mississippi State coach Mike Leach hospitalized in Jackson Mississippi State football coach Mike Leach was hospitalized after “a personal health issue” that happened at his home in Starkville. The 61-year-old Leach was airlifted to the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, which is about 125 miles away from Mississippi State. The university said in a statement it would have no further comment on Leach’s condition. Defensive coordinator Zach Arnett has been placed in charge of the team as it prepares for an appearance in the ReliaQuest Bowl on Jan. 2 in Tampa, Florida. Leach is in his third season at Mississippi State, with a 19-17 record. NCAAFB – College Football – Division II Semifinals Saturday Ferris State 38, West Florida 17 Ferris State will face Colorado School of Mines on Saturday at 1:00 at McKinney Texas for the NCAA DII National Championship, FSU is the defending national champions. SW Michigan players on Ferris. Tyrese Hunt-Thompson (Cassopolis), Darius Pruitt (Kalamazoo Central), Caleb Murphy (Dowagiac), Cyntell Williams (Battle Creek Central), Cailyn Murphy (Dowagiac), Derrell Mabon (Kal. Loy Norrix), Jalen Jones (Mattawan), Corbin Kalin (St. Joseph), Kyler Granger (Battle Creek Central), Garrett Jones (Berrien Springs), Cameron Wirtz (BC Lakeview), Tirell Hausmanis (Three Rivers), Tayvon Hughes (BC Lakeview). NCAAFB – College Football – Division III Semifinals Saturday Mount Union 34, Wartburg College 31 Mount Union will face North Central on Friday at 7:00 at Annapolis, MD for the NCAA DIII National Championship in the Stagg Bowl SW Michigan players on Mt. Union. Brennan Kerns (St. Joseph) MHSAA – High School Sports Saturday Boys Basketball Buchanan 54, Coloma 37 Holt 42, Battle Creek Central 37 Charlotte 46, Vicksburg 36 GR Forest Hills Northern 43, Otsego 33 Quincy 48, White Pigeon 36 Girls Basketball Potterville 47, Michigan Lutheran 23 Kalamazoo Central 52, Jackson 35 White Pigeon 32, Quincy 26 Today Boys Basketball Brandywine at Bronson, 7:00 p.m. Berrien Springs at South Bend Career Academy (IN), 7:00 p.m. Martin at Hartford, 7:00 p.m. Girls Basketball Bridgman at New Buffalo, 6:00 p.m. Eau Claire at Watervliet Grace Christian, 6:00 p.m. Galesburg-Augusta at Schoolcraft, 7:00 p.m. Wyoming-Lee at Holland Black River, 7:00 p.m. Holland Black River joined the SAC Conference this year FIFA – World Cup 2020 – Qatar Tuesday Semifinal 1 Argentina vs. Croatia, 2:00 p.m. Wednesday Semifinal 2 France vs. Morocco, 2:00 p.m. FIFA – England looks to future after latest World Cup heartbreak England’s World Cup fate was effectively sealed from the penalty spot as Harry Kane’s late strike flew high over the bar at Al Bayt Stadium. France held out for a 2-1 win that sent the defending champions back to the semifinals and England home. Penalties have cost the Three Lions time and again at major tournaments. They have lost shootouts on seven occasions in World Cups and European Championships since 1990. It didn’t come down to that against France. But Kane still faced a test of nerve from the spot when standing over the ball in the 84th minute. FIFA – Mbappé to face good friend Hakimi in World Cup semifinal Kylian Mbappé is going to meet his good friend Achraf Hakimi again at this World Cup. The France star went to visit his Paris Saint-Germain teammate at the Morocco team hotel in downtown Doha last week. Mbappé will be marked by Hakimi in a World Cup semifinal on Wednesday. His path to Morocco’s goal down the French left wing blocked by a player he has called the best right-back in the world. Their friendship in Paris had bonded over music, video games and choreographed goal celebrations. Only one friend can advance to a World Cup final against Argentina or Croatia. FIFA – Ronaldo says his dream of winning World Cup has ‘ended’ Cristiano Ronaldo has said in a cryptic social media post that his dream of winning the World Cup with Portugal has ended. But he stopped short of announcing his retirement from international duty. The 37-year-old Ronaldo left the field in tears after Portugal lost 1-0 to Morocco in the quarterfinals on Saturday. Ronaldo said Sunday on Instagram in his first comments after the elimination that it was “time to take stock.” But he didn’t explicitly say if he wants to carry on being available for Portugal. Ronaldo is the all-time leading scorer in men’s international soccer with 118 goals. He said putting Portugal “on the highest level in the world” was his biggest dream. FIFA – After Neymar, Croatia aims to end Messi’s World Cup dream Croatia has already ended Neymar’s World Cup dream by beating Brazil in the quarterfinals. Now it hopes to do the same to Lionel Messi in the semifinals on Tuesday. The 2018 runner-up Croatia is the next obstacle for Argentina to overcome as Messi bids to win the one major trophy that has eluded him. Croatia was beaten by France in the final in Russia and is on its own mission to go one step further this time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
NFL – National Football League – Week 14 Yesterday Detroit Lions 34, Minnesota Vikings 23 Bears, Packers, and Colts are off this week Lions 34, Vikings 23 – Goff helps surging Lions beat division-leading Vikings 34-23 Jared Goff threw for 330 yards and three touchdowns, leading the surging Detroit Lions to a 34-23 win over the NFC North-leading Minnesota Vikings. The Vikings needed a win or tie to clinch the division title. Kirk Cousins threw for 425 yards, including a franchise-record 223 to Justin Jefferson on 11 catches. But Dalvin Cook ran for just 23 yards on 15 carries, and Minnesota couldn’t stop Goff. Detroit has won five of six, its best stretch since its last postseason appearance in 2016. The Lions invested a lot to give Goff deep-play threats this season, signing DJ Chark in free agency and trading up to draft Jameson Williams 12th overall. The moves finally paid off against Minnesota. Other NFL Scores L.A. Rams 17, Las Vegas 16 Baltimore 16, Pittsburgh 14 Buffalo 20, N.Y. Jets 12 Cincinnati 23, Cleveland 10 Dallas 27, Houston 23 Jacksonville 36, Tennessee 22 Philadelphia 48, N.Y. Giants 22 Kansas City 34, Denver 28 Carolina 30, Seattle 24 San Francisco 35, Tampa Bay 7 L.A. Chargers 23, Miami 17 Open: Indianapolis, Atlanta, Chicago, Green Bay, New Orleans, Washington Tonight New England Patriots at Arizona Cardinals, 8:15 p.m. NCAAMBKB – Men’s College Basketball Yesterday Marquette 79, Notre Dame 64 Niagara 67, Eastern Michigan 60 Marquette 79, Notre Dame 64 – Jones, Ighodaro lead Marquette over Notre Dame 79-64 Kam Jones scored 25 points, Oso Ighodaro added a double-double and Marquette breezed to a 79-64 victory over Notre Dame. Jones sank half of his 20 shots with four 3-pointers for the Golden Eagles (8-3). Ighodaro added 16 points and a career-high 18 rebounds. Olivier Maxence Prosper had 14 points and Tyler Kolek scored 11 with six assists. Nate Laszewski paced the Fighting Irish (7-3) with 20 points and seven rebounds. JJ Starling scored 12. Ighodaro had 10 points and 10 rebounds to guide Marquette to a 34-29 lead at halftime. Niagara 67, EMU 60 – Thomasson scores 20 as Niagara takes down Eastern Michigan Noah Thomasson had 20 points in Niagara’s 67-60 win over Eastern Michigan. Thomasson shot 7 for 14 and 5 of 7 from the free throw line. Aaron Gray added 12 points and David Mitchell 11 for the Purple Eagles. Noah Farrakhan led Eastern Michigan in scoring, finishing with 21 points and four assists. Eastern Michigan also got 13 points from Emoni Bates. NBA – National Basketball Association Yesterday Los Angeles Lakers 124, Detroit Pistons 117 Atlanta Hawks 123, Chicago Bulls 122 – OT Lakers 124, Pistons 117 – James, Davis carry Lakers past Pistons, 124-117 LeBron James scored 35 points, Anthony Davis had 34 points and 15 rebounds and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Detroit Pistons 124-117 on Sunday night. Davis also had seven assists as the Lakers overcame 38 points from Bojan Bogdanovic to end a three-game losing streak. Lonnie Walker IV added 18 points for Los Angeles and Russell Westbrook had 11 points and nine assists. Rookie Jaden Ivey had 16 points for Detroit. The Pistons have lost three straight. The Lakers led 61-49 at halftime, but Bogdanovic scored a career-high 25 points in the third quarter to pull the Pistons back into the game. Hawks 123, Bulls 122 – OT – Griffin wins game at OT buzzer, Hawks hold off Bulls 123-122 A.J. Griffin hit a 6-footer on an alley-oop pass at the overtime buzzer and the Atlanta Hawks snapped a three-game losing streak with a 123-122 victory over the Chicago Bulls. DeMar DeRozan sank three free throws with 0.5 seconds remaining in overtime to finish with 33 points as it appeared the Bulls had the game wrapped up. But Griffin took the alley-oop pass from Jalen Johnson on the sideline and scored on a turnaround jumper with a defender nearby to seal the win. Trae Young hit a 20-footer with 1 second left to give the Hawks a 121-119 lead in the extra period, and Bogdan Bogdanovic scored 17 of his 28 points in the first half for Atlanta. Tonight Miami Heat at Indiana Pacers, 7:00 p.m. NCAAWBKB – Women’s College Basketball Yesterday Georgia Tech 71, Central Michigan 45 (3) Ohio State 74, Michigan State 68 (3) Ohio State 74, Michigan State 68 – Thierry, No. 3 Ohio State hold off Michigan State 74-68 Taylor Thierry scored a career-high 21 points and Taylor Mikesell added 16 as No. 3 Ohio State won its 10th game in a row Sunday defeating Michigan State 74-68. The Buckeyes (10-0) led by as many as 18 points in the first half before the Spartans cut it down to one with 1:44 left in the fourth quarter. Taylor Mikesell made four free throws in the final minute and Madison Greene added another as Michigan State missed four of its last six shot attempts. “We showed really good competitive character,” Ohio State coach Kevin McGuff said. “We kept fighting and scratching and clawing and just doing whatever we had to try to find a way to win.” WNBA – ‘I want to talk’: Griner opened up during her long trip home WNBA star Brittney Griner didn’t want quiet time as soon as she boarded a U.S. government plane that would bring her home. “I’ve been in prison for 10 months, listening to the Russians. I want to talk,” Griner said. That’s according to Roger Carstens, the special presidential envoy for hostage affairs, who helped secure the basketball star’s release and bring her back to the U.S. last week. Carstens told CNN’s “State of the Union” on Sunday that Griner walked throughout the plane, introducing herself to every member of the flight crew, shaking their hands, and “making a personal connection with them." NCAAFB – College Football – Week 15 Saturday Army 20, Navy 17 – 2OT 1ST Overtime game in the 123 year history of the Army/Navy Game NCAAFB – Navy’s Ken Niumatalolo out after 15 seasons as coach Navy coach Ken Niumatalolo is out after 15 seasons at the helm. The academy said Sunday that Niumatalolo would not return. The announcement came a day after the Midshipmen lost to Army in overtime and finished 4-8 for the second straight year. Niumatalolo is the winningest coach in school history at 109-83, but after going 11-2 in 2019, Navy hasn’t finished above .500 since. Defensive coordinator Brian Newberry was named interim coach. Athletic director Chet Gladchuk is expected to speak to reporters Monday. NCAAFB – Mississippi State coach Mike Leach hospitalized in Jackson Mississippi State football coach Mike Leach was hospitalized after “a personal health issue” that happened at his home in Starkville. The 61-year-old Leach was airlifted to the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, which is about 125 miles away from Mississippi State. The university said in a statement it would have no further comment on Leach’s condition. Defensive coordinator Zach Arnett has been placed in charge of the team as it prepares for an appearance in the ReliaQuest Bowl on Jan. 2 in Tampa, Florida. Leach is in his third season at Mississippi State, with a 19-17 record. NCAAFB – College Football – Division II Semifinals Saturday Ferris State 38, West Florida 17 Ferris State will face Colorado School of Mines on Saturday at 1:00 at McKinney Texas for the NCAA DII National Championship, FSU is the defending national champions. SW Michigan players on Ferris. Tyrese Hunt-Thompson (Cassopolis), Darius Pruitt (Kalamazoo Central), Caleb Murphy (Dowagiac), Cyntell Williams (Battle Creek Central), Cailyn Murphy (Dowagiac), Derrell Mabon (Kal. Loy Norrix), Jalen Jones (Mattawan), Corbin Kalin (St. Joseph), Kyler Granger (Battle Creek Central), Garrett Jones (Berrien Springs), Cameron Wirtz (BC Lakeview), Tirell Hausmanis (Three Rivers), Tayvon Hughes (BC Lakeview). NCAAFB – College Football – Division III Semifinals Saturday Mount Union 34, Wartburg College 31 Mount Union will face North Central on Friday at 7:00 at Annapolis, MD for the NCAA DIII National Championship in the Stagg Bowl SW Michigan players on Mt. Union. Brennan Kerns (St. Joseph) MHSAA – High School Sports Saturday Boys Basketball Buchanan 54, Coloma 37 Holt 42, Battle Creek Central 37 Charlotte 46, Vicksburg 36 GR Forest Hills Northern 43, Otsego 33 Quincy 48, White Pigeon 36 Girls Basketball Potterville 47, Michigan Lutheran 23 Kalamazoo Central 52, Jackson 35 White Pigeon 32, Quincy 26 Today Boys Basketball Brandywine at Bronson, 7:00 p.m. Berrien Springs at South Bend Career Academy (IN), 7:00 p.m. Martin at Hartford, 7:00 p.m. Girls Basketball Bridgman at New Buffalo, 6:00 p.m. Eau Claire at Watervliet Grace Christian, 6:00 p.m. Galesburg-Augusta at Schoolcraft, 7:00 p.m. Wyoming-Lee at Holland Black River, 7:00 p.m. Holland Black River joined the SAC Conference this year FIFA – World Cup 2020 – Qatar Tuesday Semifinal 1 Argentina vs. Croatia, 2:00 p.m. Wednesday Semifinal 2 France vs. Morocco, 2:00 p.m. FIFA – England looks to future after latest World Cup heartbreak England’s World Cup fate was effectively sealed from the penalty spot as Harry Kane’s late strike flew high over the bar at Al Bayt Stadium. France held out for a 2-1 win that sent the defending champions back to the semifinals and England home. Penalties have cost the Three Lions time and again at major tournaments. They have lost shootouts on seven occasions in World Cups and European Championships since 1990. It didn’t come down to that against France. But Kane still faced a test of nerve from the spot when standing over the ball in the 84th minute. FIFA – Mbappé to face good friend Hakimi in World Cup semifinal Kylian Mbappé is going to meet his good friend Achraf Hakimi again at this World Cup. The France star went to visit his Paris Saint-Germain teammate at the Morocco team hotel in downtown Doha last week. Mbappé will be marked by Hakimi in a World Cup semifinal on Wednesday. His path to Morocco’s goal down the French left wing blocked by a player he has called the best right-back in the world. Their friendship in Paris had bonded over music, video games and choreographed goal celebrations. Only one friend can advance to a World Cup final against Argentina or Croatia. FIFA – Ronaldo says his dream of winning World Cup has ‘ended’ Cristiano Ronaldo has said in a cryptic social media post that his dream of winning the World Cup with Portugal has ended. But he stopped short of announcing his retirement from international duty. The 37-year-old Ronaldo left the field in tears after Portugal lost 1-0 to Morocco in the quarterfinals on Saturday. Ronaldo said Sunday on Instagram in his first comments after the elimination that it was “time to take stock.” But he didn’t explicitly say if he wants to carry on being available for Portugal. Ronaldo is the all-time leading scorer in men’s international soccer with 118 goals. He said putting Portugal “on the highest level in the world” was his biggest dream. FIFA – After Neymar, Croatia aims to end Messi’s World Cup dream Croatia has already ended Neymar’s World Cup dream by beating Brazil in the quarterfinals. Now it hopes to do the same to Lionel Messi in the semifinals on Tuesday. The 2018 runner-up Croatia is the next obstacle for Argentina to overcome as Messi bids to win the one major trophy that has eluded him. Croatia was beaten by France in the final in Russia and is on its own mission to go one step further this time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
NFL – National Football League – Week 14 Yesterday Detroit Lions 34, Minnesota Vikings 23 Bears, Packers, and Colts are off this week Lions 34, Vikings 23 – Goff helps surging Lions beat division-leading Vikings 34-23 Jared Goff threw for 330 yards and three touchdowns, leading the surging Detroit Lions to a 34-23 win over the NFC North-leading Minnesota Vikings. The Vikings needed a win or tie to clinch the division title. Kirk Cousins threw for 425 yards, including a franchise-record 223 to Justin Jefferson on 11 catches. But Dalvin Cook ran for just 23 yards on 15 carries, and Minnesota couldn't stop Goff. Detroit has won five of six, its best stretch since its last postseason appearance in 2016. The Lions invested a lot to give Goff deep-play threats this season, signing DJ Chark in free agency and trading up to draft Jameson Williams 12th overall. The moves finally paid off against Minnesota. Other NFL Scores L.A. Rams 17, Las Vegas 16 Baltimore 16, Pittsburgh 14 Buffalo 20, N.Y. Jets 12 Cincinnati 23, Cleveland 10 Dallas 27, Houston 23 Jacksonville 36, Tennessee 22 Philadelphia 48, N.Y. Giants 22 Kansas City 34, Denver 28 Carolina 30, Seattle 24 San Francisco 35, Tampa Bay 7 L.A. Chargers 23, Miami 17 Open: Indianapolis, Atlanta, Chicago, Green Bay, New Orleans, Washington Tonight New England Patriots at Arizona Cardinals, 8:15 p.m. NCAAMBKB – Men's College Basketball Yesterday Marquette 79, Notre Dame 64 Niagara 67, Eastern Michigan 60 Marquette 79, Notre Dame 64 – Jones, Ighodaro lead Marquette over Notre Dame 79-64 Kam Jones scored 25 points, Oso Ighodaro added a double-double and Marquette breezed to a 79-64 victory over Notre Dame. Jones sank half of his 20 shots with four 3-pointers for the Golden Eagles (8-3). Ighodaro added 16 points and a career-high 18 rebounds. Olivier Maxence Prosper had 14 points and Tyler Kolek scored 11 with six assists. Nate Laszewski paced the Fighting Irish (7-3) with 20 points and seven rebounds. JJ Starling scored 12. Ighodaro had 10 points and 10 rebounds to guide Marquette to a 34-29 lead at halftime. Niagara 67, EMU 60 – Thomasson scores 20 as Niagara takes down Eastern Michigan Noah Thomasson had 20 points in Niagara's 67-60 win over Eastern Michigan. Thomasson shot 7 for 14 and 5 of 7 from the free throw line. Aaron Gray added 12 points and David Mitchell 11 for the Purple Eagles. Noah Farrakhan led Eastern Michigan in scoring, finishing with 21 points and four assists. Eastern Michigan also got 13 points from Emoni Bates. NBA – National Basketball Association Yesterday Los Angeles Lakers 124, Detroit Pistons 117 Atlanta Hawks 123, Chicago Bulls 122 – OT Lakers 124, Pistons 117 – James, Davis carry Lakers past Pistons, 124-117 LeBron James scored 35 points, Anthony Davis had 34 points and 15 rebounds and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Detroit Pistons 124-117 on Sunday night. Davis also had seven assists as the Lakers overcame 38 points from Bojan Bogdanovic to end a three-game losing streak. Lonnie Walker IV added 18 points for Los Angeles and Russell Westbrook had 11 points and nine assists. Rookie Jaden Ivey had 16 points for Detroit. The Pistons have lost three straight. The Lakers led 61-49 at halftime, but Bogdanovic scored a career-high 25 points in the third quarter to pull the Pistons back into the game. Hawks 123, Bulls 122 – OT – Griffin wins game at OT buzzer, Hawks hold off Bulls 123-122 A.J. Griffin hit a 6-footer on an alley-oop pass at the overtime buzzer and the Atlanta Hawks snapped a three-game losing streak with a 123-122 victory over the Chicago Bulls. DeMar DeRozan sank three free throws with 0.5 seconds remaining in overtime to finish with 33 points as it appeared the Bulls had the game wrapped up. But Griffin took the alley-oop pass from Jalen Johnson on the sideline and scored on a turnaround jumper with a defender nearby to seal the win. Trae Young hit a 20-footer with 1 second left to give the Hawks a 121-119 lead in the extra period, and Bogdan Bogdanovic scored 17 of his 28 points in the first half for Atlanta. Tonight Miami Heat at Indiana Pacers, 7:00 p.m. NCAAWBKB – Women's College Basketball Yesterday Georgia Tech 71, Central Michigan 45 (3) Ohio State 74, Michigan State 68 (3) Ohio State 74, Michigan State 68 – Thierry, No. 3 Ohio State hold off Michigan State 74-68 Taylor Thierry scored a career-high 21 points and Taylor Mikesell added 16 as No. 3 Ohio State won its 10th game in a row Sunday defeating Michigan State 74-68. The Buckeyes (10-0) led by as many as 18 points in the first half before the Spartans cut it down to one with 1:44 left in the fourth quarter. Taylor Mikesell made four free throws in the final minute and Madison Greene added another as Michigan State missed four of its last six shot attempts. “We showed really good competitive character,” Ohio State coach Kevin McGuff said. “We kept fighting and scratching and clawing and just doing whatever we had to try to find a way to win.” WNBA – ‘I want to talk’: Griner opened up during her long trip home WNBA star Brittney Griner didn't want quiet time as soon as she boarded a U.S. government plane that would bring her home. “I've been in prison for 10 months, listening to the Russians. I want to talk,” Griner said. That’s according to Roger Carstens, the special presidential envoy for hostage affairs, who helped secure the basketball star's release and bring her back to the U.S. last week. Carstens told CNN’s “State of the Union” on Sunday that Griner walked throughout the plane, introducing herself to every member of the flight crew, shaking their hands, and “making a personal connection with them.” NCAAFB – College Football – Week 15 Saturday Army 20, Navy 17 – 2OT 1ST Overtime game in the 123 year history of the Army/Navy Game NCAAFB – Navy’s Ken Niumatalolo out after 15 seasons as coach Navy coach Ken Niumatalolo is out after 15 seasons at the helm. The academy said Sunday that Niumatalolo would not return. The announcement came a day after the Midshipmen lost to Army in overtime and finished 4-8 for the second straight year. Niumatalolo is the winningest coach in school history at 109-83, but after going 11-2 in 2019, Navy hasn't finished above .500 since. Defensive coordinator Brian Newberry was named interim coach. Athletic director Chet Gladchuk is expected to speak to reporters Monday. NCAAFB – Mississippi State coach Mike Leach hospitalized in Jackson Mississippi State football coach Mike Leach was hospitalized after “a personal health issue” that happened at his home in Starkville. The 61-year-old Leach was airlifted to the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, which is about 125 miles away from Mississippi State. The university said in a statement it would have no further comment on Leach's condition. Defensive coordinator Zach Arnett has been placed in charge of the team as it prepares for an appearance in the ReliaQuest Bowl on Jan. 2 in Tampa, Florida. Leach is in his third season at Mississippi State, with a 19-17 record. NCAAFB – College Football – Division II Semifinals Saturday Ferris State 38, West Florida 17 Ferris State will face Colorado School of Mines on Saturday at 1:00 at McKinney Texas for the NCAA DII National Championship, FSU is the defending national champions. SW Michigan players on Ferris. Tyrese Hunt-Thompson (Cassopolis), Darius Pruitt (Kalamazoo Central), Caleb Murphy (Dowagiac), Cyntell Williams (Battle Creek Central), Cailyn Murphy (Dowagiac), Derrell Mabon (Kal. Loy Norrix), Jalen Jones (Mattawan), Corbin Kalin (St. Joseph), Kyler Granger (Battle Creek Central), Garrett Jones (Berrien Springs), Cameron Wirtz (BC Lakeview), Tirell Hausmanis (Three Rivers), Tayvon Hughes (BC Lakeview). NCAAFB – College Football – Division III Semifinals Saturday Mount Union 34, Wartburg College 31 Mount Union will face North Central on Friday at 7:00 at Annapolis, MD for the NCAA DIII National Championship in the Stagg Bowl SW Michigan players on Mt. Union. Brennan Kerns (St. Joseph) MHSAA – High School Sports Saturday Boys Basketball Buchanan 54, Coloma 37 Holt 42, Battle Creek Central 37 Charlotte 46, Vicksburg 36 GR Forest Hills Northern 43, Otsego 33 Quincy 48, White Pigeon 36 Girls Basketball Potterville 47, Michigan Lutheran 23 Kalamazoo Central 52, Jackson 35 White Pigeon 32, Quincy 26 Today Boys Basketball Brandywine at Bronson, 7:00 p.m. Berrien Springs at South Bend Career Academy (IN), 7:00 p.m. Martin at Hartford, 7:00 p.m. Girls Basketball Bridgman at New Buffalo, 6:00 p.m. Eau Claire at Watervliet Grace Christian, 6:00 p.m. Galesburg-Augusta at Schoolcraft, 7:00 p.m. Wyoming-Lee at Holland Black River, 7:00 p.m. Holland Black River joined the SAC Conference this year FIFA – World Cup 2020 – Qatar Tuesday Semifinal 1 Argentina vs. Croatia, 2:00 p.m. Wednesday Semifinal 2 France vs. Morocco, 2:00 p.m. FIFA – England looks to future after latest World Cup heartbreak England’s World Cup fate was effectively sealed from the penalty spot as Harry Kane's late strike flew high over the bar at Al Bayt Stadium. France held out for a 2-1 win that sent the defending champions back to the semifinals and England home. Penalties have cost the Three Lions time and again at major tournaments. They have lost shootouts on seven occasions in World Cups and European Championships since 1990. It didn't come down to that against France. But Kane still faced a test of nerve from the spot when standing over the ball in the 84th minute. FIFA – Mbappé to face good friend Hakimi in World Cup semifinal Kylian Mbappé is going to meet his good friend Achraf Hakimi again at this World Cup. The France star went to visit his Paris Saint-Germain teammate at the Morocco team hotel in downtown Doha last week. Mbappé will be marked by Hakimi in a World Cup semifinal on Wednesday. His path to Morocco's goal down the French left wing blocked by a player he has called the best right-back in the world. Their friendship in Paris had bonded over music, video games and choreographed goal celebrations. Only one friend can advance to a World Cup final against Argentina or Croatia. FIFA – Ronaldo says his dream of winning World Cup has ‘ended’ Cristiano Ronaldo has said in a cryptic social media post that his dream of winning the World Cup with Portugal has ended. But he stopped short of announcing his retirement from international duty. The 37-year-old Ronaldo left the field in tears after Portugal lost 1-0 to Morocco in the quarterfinals on Saturday. Ronaldo said Sunday on Instagram in his first comments after the elimination that it was “time to take stock.” But he didn’t explicitly say if he wants to carry on being available for Portugal. Ronaldo is the all-time leading scorer in men's international soccer with 118 goals. He said putting Portugal “on the highest level in the world” was his biggest dream. FIFA – After Neymar, Croatia aims to end Messi’s World Cup dream Croatia has already ended Neymar's World Cup dream by beating Brazil in the quarterfinals. Now it hopes to do the same to Lionel Messi in the semifinals on Tuesday. The 2018 runner-up Croatia is the next obstacle for Argentina to overcome as Messi bids to win the one major trophy that has eluded him. Croatia was beaten by France in the final in Russia and is on its own mission to go one step further this time.Detroit Lions’ Jameson Williams reacts after catching a touchdown pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings Sunday, Dec. 11, 2022, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)Los Angeles Lakers guard Russell Westbrook. left, dribbles around Detroit Pistons guard Alec Burks during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Sunday, Dec. 11, 2022, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Jose Juarez)Atlanta Hawks forward AJ Griffin, front left, shoots a buzzer-beater over Chicago Bulls forward Derrick Jones Jr. during the second half of an NBA basketball game, Sunday, Dec. 11, 2022, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Hakim Wright Sr.)Ohio State’s Taylor Thierry, right, looks for an an open pass as Michigan State’s Kamaria McDaniel defends during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game on Sunday, Dec. 11, 2022, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
NFL – National Football League – Week 14 Yesterday Detroit Lions 34, Minnesota Vikings 23 Bears, Packers, and Colts are off this week Lions 34, Vikings 23 – Goff helps surging Lions beat division-leading Vikings 34-23 Jared Goff threw for 330 yards and three touchdowns, leading the surging Detroit Lions to a 34-23 win over the NFC North-leading Minnesota Vikings. The Vikings needed a win or tie to clinch the division title. Kirk Cousins threw for 425 yards, including a franchise-record 223 to Justin Jefferson on 11 catches. But Dalvin Cook ran for just 23 yards on 15 carries, and Minnesota couldn’t stop Goff. Detroit has won five of six, its best stretch since its last postseason appearance in 2016. The Lions invested a lot to give Goff deep-play threats this season, signing DJ Chark in free agency and trading up to draft Jameson Williams 12th overall. The moves finally paid off against Minnesota. Other NFL Scores L.A. Rams 17, Las Vegas 16 Baltimore 16, Pittsburgh 14 Buffalo 20, N.Y. Jets 12 Cincinnati 23, Cleveland 10 Dallas 27, Houston 23 Jacksonville 36, Tennessee 22 Philadelphia 48, N.Y. Giants 22 Kansas City 34, Denver 28 Carolina 30, Seattle 24 San Francisco 35, Tampa Bay 7 L.A. Chargers 23, Miami 17 Open: Indianapolis, Atlanta, Chicago, Green Bay, New Orleans, Washington Tonight New England Patriots at Arizona Cardinals, 8:15 p.m. NCAAMBKB – Men’s College Basketball Yesterday Marquette 79, Notre Dame 64 Niagara 67, Eastern Michigan 60 Marquette 79, Notre Dame 64 – Jones, Ighodaro lead Marquette over Notre Dame 79-64 Kam Jones scored 25 points, Oso Ighodaro added a double-double and Marquette breezed to a 79-64 victory over Notre Dame. Jones sank half of his 20 shots with four 3-pointers for the Golden Eagles (8-3). Ighodaro added 16 points and a career-high 18 rebounds. Olivier Maxence Prosper had 14 points and Tyler Kolek scored 11 with six assists. Nate Laszewski paced the Fighting Irish (7-3) with 20 points and seven rebounds. JJ Starling scored 12. Ighodaro had 10 points and 10 rebounds to guide Marquette to a 34-29 lead at halftime. Niagara 67, EMU 60 – Thomasson scores 20 as Niagara takes down Eastern Michigan Noah Thomasson had 20 points in Niagara’s 67-60 win over Eastern Michigan. Thomasson shot 7 for 14 and 5 of 7 from the free throw line. Aaron Gray added 12 points and David Mitchell 11 for the Purple Eagles. Noah Farrakhan led Eastern Michigan in scoring, finishing with 21 points and four assists. Eastern Michigan also got 13 points from Emoni Bates. NBA – National Basketball Association Yesterday Los Angeles Lakers 124, Detroit Pistons 117 Atlanta Hawks 123, Chicago Bulls 122 – OT Lakers 124, Pistons 117 – James, Davis carry Lakers past Pistons, 124-117 LeBron James scored 35 points, Anthony Davis had 34 points and 15 rebounds and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Detroit Pistons 124-117 on Sunday night. Davis also had seven assists as the Lakers overcame 38 points from Bojan Bogdanovic to end a three-game losing streak. Lonnie Walker IV added 18 points for Los Angeles and Russell Westbrook had 11 points and nine assists. Rookie Jaden Ivey had 16 points for Detroit. The Pistons have lost three straight. The Lakers led 61-49 at halftime, but Bogdanovic scored a career-high 25 points in the third quarter to pull the Pistons back into the game. Hawks 123, Bulls 122 – OT – Griffin wins game at OT buzzer, Hawks hold off Bulls 123-122 A.J. Griffin hit a 6-footer on an alley-oop pass at the overtime buzzer and the Atlanta Hawks snapped a three-game losing streak with a 123-122 victory over the Chicago Bulls. DeMar DeRozan sank three free throws with 0.5 seconds remaining in overtime to finish with 33 points as it appeared the Bulls had the game wrapped up. But Griffin took the alley-oop pass from Jalen Johnson on the sideline and scored on a turnaround jumper with a defender nearby to seal the win. Trae Young hit a 20-footer with 1 second left to give the Hawks a 121-119 lead in the extra period, and Bogdan Bogdanovic scored 17 of his 28 points in the first half for Atlanta. Tonight Miami Heat at Indiana Pacers, 7:00 p.m. NCAAWBKB – Women’s College Basketball Yesterday Georgia Tech 71, Central Michigan 45 (3) Ohio State 74, Michigan State 68 (3) Ohio State 74, Michigan State 68 – Thierry, No. 3 Ohio State hold off Michigan State 74-68 Taylor Thierry scored a career-high 21 points and Taylor Mikesell added 16 as No. 3 Ohio State won its 10th game in a row Sunday defeating Michigan State 74-68. The Buckeyes (10-0) led by as many as 18 points in the first half before the Spartans cut it down to one with 1:44 left in the fourth quarter. Taylor Mikesell made four free throws in the final minute and Madison Greene added another as Michigan State missed four of its last six shot attempts. “We showed really good competitive character,” Ohio State coach Kevin McGuff said. “We kept fighting and scratching and clawing and just doing whatever we had to try to find a way to win.” WNBA – ‘I want to talk’: Griner opened up during her long trip home WNBA star Brittney Griner didn’t want quiet time as soon as she boarded a U.S. government plane that would bring her home. “I’ve been in prison for 10 months, listening to the Russians. I want to talk,” Griner said. That’s according to Roger Carstens, the special presidential envoy for hostage affairs, who helped secure the basketball star’s release and bring her back to the U.S. last week. Carstens told CNN’s “State of the Union” on Sunday that Griner walked throughout the plane, introducing herself to every member of the flight crew, shaking their hands, and “making a personal connection with them." NCAAFB – College Football – Week 15 Saturday Army 20, Navy 17 – 2OT 1ST Overtime game in the 123 year history of the Army/Navy Game NCAAFB – Navy’s Ken Niumatalolo out after 15 seasons as coach Navy coach Ken Niumatalolo is out after 15 seasons at the helm. The academy said Sunday that Niumatalolo would not return. The announcement came a day after the Midshipmen lost to Army in overtime and finished 4-8 for the second straight year. Niumatalolo is the winningest coach in school history at 109-83, but after going 11-2 in 2019, Navy hasn’t finished above .500 since. Defensive coordinator Brian Newberry was named interim coach. Athletic director Chet Gladchuk is expected to speak to reporters Monday. NCAAFB – Mississippi State coach Mike Leach hospitalized in Jackson Mississippi State football coach Mike Leach was hospitalized after “a personal health issue” that happened at his home in Starkville. The 61-year-old Leach was airlifted to the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, which is about 125 miles away from Mississippi State. The university said in a statement it would have no further comment on Leach’s condition. Defensive coordinator Zach Arnett has been placed in charge of the team as it prepares for an appearance in the ReliaQuest Bowl on Jan. 2 in Tampa, Florida. Leach is in his third season at Mississippi State, with a 19-17 record. NCAAFB – College Football – Division II Semifinals Saturday Ferris State 38, West Florida 17 Ferris State will face Colorado School of Mines on Saturday at 1:00 at McKinney Texas for the NCAA DII National Championship, FSU is the defending national champions. SW Michigan players on Ferris. Tyrese Hunt-Thompson (Cassopolis), Darius Pruitt (Kalamazoo Central), Caleb Murphy (Dowagiac), Cyntell Williams (Battle Creek Central), Cailyn Murphy (Dowagiac), Derrell Mabon (Kal. Loy Norrix), Jalen Jones (Mattawan), Corbin Kalin (St. Joseph), Kyler Granger (Battle Creek Central), Garrett Jones (Berrien Springs), Cameron Wirtz (BC Lakeview), Tirell Hausmanis (Three Rivers), Tayvon Hughes (BC Lakeview). NCAAFB – College Football – Division III Semifinals Saturday Mount Union 34, Wartburg College 31 Mount Union will face North Central on Friday at 7:00 at Annapolis, MD for the NCAA DIII National Championship in the Stagg Bowl SW Michigan players on Mt. Union. Brennan Kerns (St. Joseph) MHSAA – High School Sports Saturday Boys Basketball Buchanan 54, Coloma 37 Holt 42, Battle Creek Central 37 Charlotte 46, Vicksburg 36 GR Forest Hills Northern 43, Otsego 33 Quincy 48, White Pigeon 36 Girls Basketball Potterville 47, Michigan Lutheran 23 Kalamazoo Central 52, Jackson 35 White Pigeon 32, Quincy 26 Today Boys Basketball Brandywine at Bronson, 7:00 p.m. Berrien Springs at South Bend Career Academy (IN), 7:00 p.m. Martin at Hartford, 7:00 p.m. Girls Basketball Bridgman at New Buffalo, 6:00 p.m. Eau Claire at Watervliet Grace Christian, 6:00 p.m. Galesburg-Augusta at Schoolcraft, 7:00 p.m. Wyoming-Lee at Holland Black River, 7:00 p.m. Holland Black River joined the SAC Conference this year FIFA – World Cup 2020 – Qatar Tuesday Semifinal 1 Argentina vs. Croatia, 2:00 p.m. Wednesday Semifinal 2 France vs. Morocco, 2:00 p.m. FIFA – England looks to future after latest World Cup heartbreak England’s World Cup fate was effectively sealed from the penalty spot as Harry Kane’s late strike flew high over the bar at Al Bayt Stadium. France held out for a 2-1 win that sent the defending champions back to the semifinals and England home. Penalties have cost the Three Lions time and again at major tournaments. They have lost shootouts on seven occasions in World Cups and European Championships since 1990. It didn’t come down to that against France. But Kane still faced a test of nerve from the spot when standing over the ball in the 84th minute. FIFA – Mbappé to face good friend Hakimi in World Cup semifinal Kylian Mbappé is going to meet his good friend Achraf Hakimi again at this World Cup. The France star went to visit his Paris Saint-Germain teammate at the Morocco team hotel in downtown Doha last week. Mbappé will be marked by Hakimi in a World Cup semifinal on Wednesday. His path to Morocco’s goal down the French left wing blocked by a player he has called the best right-back in the world. Their friendship in Paris had bonded over music, video games and choreographed goal celebrations. Only one friend can advance to a World Cup final against Argentina or Croatia. FIFA – Ronaldo says his dream of winning World Cup has ‘ended’ Cristiano Ronaldo has said in a cryptic social media post that his dream of winning the World Cup with Portugal has ended. But he stopped short of announcing his retirement from international duty. The 37-year-old Ronaldo left the field in tears after Portugal lost 1-0 to Morocco in the quarterfinals on Saturday. Ronaldo said Sunday on Instagram in his first comments after the elimination that it was “time to take stock.” But he didn’t explicitly say if he wants to carry on being available for Portugal. Ronaldo is the all-time leading scorer in men’s international soccer with 118 goals. He said putting Portugal “on the highest level in the world” was his biggest dream. FIFA – After Neymar, Croatia aims to end Messi’s World Cup dream Croatia has already ended Neymar’s World Cup dream by beating Brazil in the quarterfinals. Now it hopes to do the same to Lionel Messi in the semifinals on Tuesday. The 2018 runner-up Croatia is the next obstacle for Argentina to overcome as Messi bids to win the one major trophy that has eluded him. Croatia was beaten by France in the final in Russia and is on its own mission to go one step further this time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
NFL – National Football League – Week 14 Yesterday Detroit Lions 34, Minnesota Vikings 23 Bears, Packers, and Colts are off this week Lions 34, Vikings 23 – Goff helps surging Lions beat division-leading Vikings 34-23 Jared Goff threw for 330 yards and three touchdowns, leading the surging Detroit Lions to a 34-23 win over the NFC North-leading Minnesota Vikings. The Vikings needed a win or tie to clinch the division title. Kirk Cousins threw for 425 yards, including a franchise-record 223 to Justin Jefferson on 11 catches. But Dalvin Cook ran for just 23 yards on 15 carries, and Minnesota couldn't stop Goff. Detroit has won five of six, its best stretch since its last postseason appearance in 2016. The Lions invested a lot to give Goff deep-play threats this season, signing DJ Chark in free agency and trading up to draft Jameson Williams 12th overall. The moves finally paid off against Minnesota. Other NFL Scores L.A. Rams 17, Las Vegas 16 Baltimore 16, Pittsburgh 14 Buffalo 20, N.Y. Jets 12 Cincinnati 23, Cleveland 10 Dallas 27, Houston 23 Jacksonville 36, Tennessee 22 Philadelphia 48, N.Y. Giants 22 Kansas City 34, Denver 28 Carolina 30, Seattle 24 San Francisco 35, Tampa Bay 7 L.A. Chargers 23, Miami 17 Open: Indianapolis, Atlanta, Chicago, Green Bay, New Orleans, Washington Tonight New England Patriots at Arizona Cardinals, 8:15 p.m. NCAAMBKB – Men's College Basketball Yesterday Marquette 79, Notre Dame 64 Niagara 67, Eastern Michigan 60 Marquette 79, Notre Dame 64 – Jones, Ighodaro lead Marquette over Notre Dame 79-64 Kam Jones scored 25 points, Oso Ighodaro added a double-double and Marquette breezed to a 79-64 victory over Notre Dame. Jones sank half of his 20 shots with four 3-pointers for the Golden Eagles (8-3). Ighodaro added 16 points and a career-high 18 rebounds. Olivier Maxence Prosper had 14 points and Tyler Kolek scored 11 with six assists. Nate Laszewski paced the Fighting Irish (7-3) with 20 points and seven rebounds. JJ Starling scored 12. Ighodaro had 10 points and 10 rebounds to guide Marquette to a 34-29 lead at halftime. Niagara 67, EMU 60 – Thomasson scores 20 as Niagara takes down Eastern Michigan Noah Thomasson had 20 points in Niagara's 67-60 win over Eastern Michigan. Thomasson shot 7 for 14 and 5 of 7 from the free throw line. Aaron Gray added 12 points and David Mitchell 11 for the Purple Eagles. Noah Farrakhan led Eastern Michigan in scoring, finishing with 21 points and four assists. Eastern Michigan also got 13 points from Emoni Bates. NBA – National Basketball Association Yesterday Los Angeles Lakers 124, Detroit Pistons 117 Atlanta Hawks 123, Chicago Bulls 122 – OT Lakers 124, Pistons 117 – James, Davis carry Lakers past Pistons, 124-117 LeBron James scored 35 points, Anthony Davis had 34 points and 15 rebounds and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Detroit Pistons 124-117 on Sunday night. Davis also had seven assists as the Lakers overcame 38 points from Bojan Bogdanovic to end a three-game losing streak. Lonnie Walker IV added 18 points for Los Angeles and Russell Westbrook had 11 points and nine assists. Rookie Jaden Ivey had 16 points for Detroit. The Pistons have lost three straight. The Lakers led 61-49 at halftime, but Bogdanovic scored a career-high 25 points in the third quarter to pull the Pistons back into the game. Hawks 123, Bulls 122 – OT – Griffin wins game at OT buzzer, Hawks hold off Bulls 123-122 A.J. Griffin hit a 6-footer on an alley-oop pass at the overtime buzzer and the Atlanta Hawks snapped a three-game losing streak with a 123-122 victory over the Chicago Bulls. DeMar DeRozan sank three free throws with 0.5 seconds remaining in overtime to finish with 33 points as it appeared the Bulls had the game wrapped up. But Griffin took the alley-oop pass from Jalen Johnson on the sideline and scored on a turnaround jumper with a defender nearby to seal the win. Trae Young hit a 20-footer with 1 second left to give the Hawks a 121-119 lead in the extra period, and Bogdan Bogdanovic scored 17 of his 28 points in the first half for Atlanta. Tonight Miami Heat at Indiana Pacers, 7:00 p.m. NCAAWBKB – Women's College Basketball Yesterday Georgia Tech 71, Central Michigan 45 (3) Ohio State 74, Michigan State 68 (3) Ohio State 74, Michigan State 68 – Thierry, No. 3 Ohio State hold off Michigan State 74-68 Taylor Thierry scored a career-high 21 points and Taylor Mikesell added 16 as No. 3 Ohio State won its 10th game in a row Sunday defeating Michigan State 74-68. The Buckeyes (10-0) led by as many as 18 points in the first half before the Spartans cut it down to one with 1:44 left in the fourth quarter. Taylor Mikesell made four free throws in the final minute and Madison Greene added another as Michigan State missed four of its last six shot attempts. “We showed really good competitive character,” Ohio State coach Kevin McGuff said. “We kept fighting and scratching and clawing and just doing whatever we had to try to find a way to win.” WNBA – ‘I want to talk’: Griner opened up during her long trip home WNBA star Brittney Griner didn't want quiet time as soon as she boarded a U.S. government plane that would bring her home. “I've been in prison for 10 months, listening to the Russians. I want to talk,” Griner said. That’s according to Roger Carstens, the special presidential envoy for hostage affairs, who helped secure the basketball star's release and bring her back to the U.S. last week. Carstens told CNN’s “State of the Union” on Sunday that Griner walked throughout the plane, introducing herself to every member of the flight crew, shaking their hands, and “making a personal connection with them.” NCAAFB – College Football – Week 15 Saturday Army 20, Navy 17 – 2OT 1ST Overtime game in the 123 year history of the Army/Navy Game NCAAFB – Navy’s Ken Niumatalolo out after 15 seasons as coach Navy coach Ken Niumatalolo is out after 15 seasons at the helm. The academy said Sunday that Niumatalolo would not return. The announcement came a day after the Midshipmen lost to Army in overtime and finished 4-8 for the second straight year. Niumatalolo is the winningest coach in school history at 109-83, but after going 11-2 in 2019, Navy hasn't finished above .500 since. Defensive coordinator Brian Newberry was named interim coach. Athletic director Chet Gladchuk is expected to speak to reporters Monday. NCAAFB – Mississippi State coach Mike Leach hospitalized in Jackson Mississippi State football coach Mike Leach was hospitalized after “a personal health issue” that happened at his home in Starkville. The 61-year-old Leach was airlifted to the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, which is about 125 miles away from Mississippi State. The university said in a statement it would have no further comment on Leach's condition. Defensive coordinator Zach Arnett has been placed in charge of the team as it prepares for an appearance in the ReliaQuest Bowl on Jan. 2 in Tampa, Florida. Leach is in his third season at Mississippi State, with a 19-17 record. NCAAFB – College Football – Division II Semifinals Saturday Ferris State 38, West Florida 17 Ferris State will face Colorado School of Mines on Saturday at 1:00 at McKinney Texas for the NCAA DII National Championship, FSU is the defending national champions. SW Michigan players on Ferris. Tyrese Hunt-Thompson (Cassopolis), Darius Pruitt (Kalamazoo Central), Caleb Murphy (Dowagiac), Cyntell Williams (Battle Creek Central), Cailyn Murphy (Dowagiac), Derrell Mabon (Kal. Loy Norrix), Jalen Jones (Mattawan), Corbin Kalin (St. Joseph), Kyler Granger (Battle Creek Central), Garrett Jones (Berrien Springs), Cameron Wirtz (BC Lakeview), Tirell Hausmanis (Three Rivers), Tayvon Hughes (BC Lakeview). NCAAFB – College Football – Division III Semifinals Saturday Mount Union 34, Wartburg College 31 Mount Union will face North Central on Friday at 7:00 at Annapolis, MD for the NCAA DIII National Championship in the Stagg Bowl SW Michigan players on Mt. Union. Brennan Kerns (St. Joseph) MHSAA – High School Sports Saturday Boys Basketball Buchanan 54, Coloma 37 Holt 42, Battle Creek Central 37 Charlotte 46, Vicksburg 36 GR Forest Hills Northern 43, Otsego 33 Quincy 48, White Pigeon 36 Girls Basketball Potterville 47, Michigan Lutheran 23 Kalamazoo Central 52, Jackson 35 White Pigeon 32, Quincy 26 Today Boys Basketball Brandywine at Bronson, 7:00 p.m. Berrien Springs at South Bend Career Academy (IN), 7:00 p.m. Martin at Hartford, 7:00 p.m. Girls Basketball Bridgman at New Buffalo, 6:00 p.m. Eau Claire at Watervliet Grace Christian, 6:00 p.m. Galesburg-Augusta at Schoolcraft, 7:00 p.m. Wyoming-Lee at Holland Black River, 7:00 p.m. Holland Black River joined the SAC Conference this year FIFA – World Cup 2020 – Qatar Tuesday Semifinal 1 Argentina vs. Croatia, 2:00 p.m. Wednesday Semifinal 2 France vs. Morocco, 2:00 p.m. FIFA – England looks to future after latest World Cup heartbreak England’s World Cup fate was effectively sealed from the penalty spot as Harry Kane's late strike flew high over the bar at Al Bayt Stadium. France held out for a 2-1 win that sent the defending champions back to the semifinals and England home. Penalties have cost the Three Lions time and again at major tournaments. They have lost shootouts on seven occasions in World Cups and European Championships since 1990. It didn't come down to that against France. But Kane still faced a test of nerve from the spot when standing over the ball in the 84th minute. FIFA – Mbappé to face good friend Hakimi in World Cup semifinal Kylian Mbappé is going to meet his good friend Achraf Hakimi again at this World Cup. The France star went to visit his Paris Saint-Germain teammate at the Morocco team hotel in downtown Doha last week. Mbappé will be marked by Hakimi in a World Cup semifinal on Wednesday. His path to Morocco's goal down the French left wing blocked by a player he has called the best right-back in the world. Their friendship in Paris had bonded over music, video games and choreographed goal celebrations. Only one friend can advance to a World Cup final against Argentina or Croatia. FIFA – Ronaldo says his dream of winning World Cup has ‘ended’ Cristiano Ronaldo has said in a cryptic social media post that his dream of winning the World Cup with Portugal has ended. But he stopped short of announcing his retirement from international duty. The 37-year-old Ronaldo left the field in tears after Portugal lost 1-0 to Morocco in the quarterfinals on Saturday. Ronaldo said Sunday on Instagram in his first comments after the elimination that it was “time to take stock.” But he didn’t explicitly say if he wants to carry on being available for Portugal. Ronaldo is the all-time leading scorer in men's international soccer with 118 goals. He said putting Portugal “on the highest level in the world” was his biggest dream. FIFA – After Neymar, Croatia aims to end Messi’s World Cup dream Croatia has already ended Neymar's World Cup dream by beating Brazil in the quarterfinals. Now it hopes to do the same to Lionel Messi in the semifinals on Tuesday. The 2018 runner-up Croatia is the next obstacle for Argentina to overcome as Messi bids to win the one major trophy that has eluded him. Croatia was beaten by France in the final in Russia and is on its own mission to go one step further this time.Detroit Lions’ Jameson Williams reacts after catching a touchdown pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings Sunday, Dec. 11, 2022, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)Los Angeles Lakers guard Russell Westbrook. left, dribbles around Detroit Pistons guard Alec Burks during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Sunday, Dec. 11, 2022, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Jose Juarez)Atlanta Hawks forward AJ Griffin, front left, shoots a buzzer-beater over Chicago Bulls forward Derrick Jones Jr. during the second half of an NBA basketball game, Sunday, Dec. 11, 2022, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Hakim Wright Sr.)Ohio State’s Taylor Thierry, right, looks for an an open pass as Michigan State’s Kamaria McDaniel defends during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game on Sunday, Dec. 11, 2022, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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More than two years since producer Mike Cosper began recording interviews for the show, The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill returns with its most poignant episode yet -- a road trip to Seattle to stand in the spaces where Mars Hill Church began. This epilogue of the critically-acclaimed podcast sends Cosper and executive producer Erik Petrik on a trip down memory lane, visiting the buildings and church members who formed the vibrant community that would one day fall apart. From Seattle living rooms crammed with chairs to an empty sanctuary slated for demolition, discover afresh the mystery of God working in broken places. And, as you see how “time humbles and reveals all,” let the story of Mars Hill compel you toward truth not trends, grace not grandeur. Come, meet the people and places that have remained, marked indelibly with love for the gospel and for Seattle. Meet those who never left. As this series concludes, a special thanks to: Joy Beth Smith, Andrea Palpant Dilley, Morgan Lee, Russell Moore, Ted Olsen, Daniel Silliman and Kate Shellnutt. Thank you, especially to Tim Dalrymple and Erik Petrik, Kate Siefker and to Sarah and the Cosper girls. Thank you to the members of Mars Hill Church, especially, Wendy Alsup, Jesse Bryan, Sutton Turner, Tim Smith, Aaron Gray, Jen Smidt and Ben Vandermeer. “The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill” is a production of Christianity Today Executive Producer: Erik Petrik Producer, Writer, Editor, Host, and Mix Engineer: Mike Cosper Associate Producers: Azurae Phelps and Joy Beth Smith Director of Operations: Matt Stevens Music and Sound Design: Kate Siefker Graphic Design: Bryan Todd Social Media: Kate Lucky Editorial Consultant: Andrea Palpant Dilley Editor in Chief: Russell Moore Closing Song: "Satisfied in You" by Brian Eichelberger Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hey gang! Enjoy this episode with Aaron Gray of Practice Makes Perfect Music Studio. It's a really fun conversation!
Aaron Gray is a coach, trainer, oil and gas landman, and the host of the Go Be WYO podcast. Aaron is a 3rd generation Wyomingite based in Sheridan, Wyoming. His podcast Go Be WYO provides Wyoming people, businesses and organizations the opportunity to share their stories of grit, kindness, and legacy. In this episode, Aaron shares his family's Wyoming legacy. He tells Stephan about the many hats he wears to make a living and be connected with his community. They talk about what goes into being a coach in a state where you sometimes have to travel 8+ hours for a game. Stephan and Aaron also discuss some of the interesting guests they've had on their podcasts and share some of the fascinating stories they've heard. To listen to the Go Be WYO podcast visithttps://gobewyo.com/ ( GoBeWYO.com) or find it in your favorite podcast app. To find out about Aaron's family legacy check outhttps://www.amazon.com/NEVER-DULL-MOMENT-Reflections-Wyoming/dp/1632635631 ( NEVER A DULL MOMENT: Reflections of a Wyoming Cowboy by Claude Gray) Follow Stephan and his family on Instagramhttps://instagram.com/buildingintheholein22?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= ( @buildinginthehole22) to see their experience of living in a camper for the summer as they give their home away to build a new home. This week's episode is sponsored in part by Teton County Solid Waste and Recycling, announcing the new commercial Curb to Compost Program for restaurants and other commercial food waste generators. More athttps://tetoncountywy.gov/1459/Compost ( TetonCountyWY.gov) or athttps://www.instagram.com/roadtozerowaste.jh ( @RoadToZeroWaste.JH on Instagram) Support also comes from The Jackson Hole Wine Club. Curating quality wine selections delivered to you each month. Enjoy delicious wines at amazing prices. More athttp://jacksonholewineclub.com/ ( JacksonHoleWineClub.com) Want to be a guest on The Jackson Hole Connection? Email us at connect@thejacksonholeconnection.com. Marketing and editing support byhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelmoeri ( Michael Moeri) (http://michaelmoeri.com/ (michaelmoeri.com),https://www.instagram.com/thatsamoeri/ (@thatsamoeri)).
Happy Tuesday everyone!! we have a very special episode here for you today. We have another Wyomingite in the hot seat to discuss his show (Go Be Wyoming) and all the great things he has done and the great state of Wyoming! check it out and don't forget to show him some love!
This is the third and final episode of my recent conversation with Aaron Gray, pastor for preaching and vision at Sound City Bible Church in Lynnwood, WA, where my family and I attend. We talk about what it's been like for Aaron to pastor during COVID-19, and what we see for the church moving forward in an unsettled and evolving American culture. Thanks for listening!
This is the second part of my conversation with Aaron Gray, pastor for preaching and vision at Sound City Bible Church in Lynnwood, WA, where my family and I attend. In this episode, we talk about The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill podcast from Mike Cosper and Christianity Today. We talk about Aaron's participation in it, our thoughts on how it could benefit the church, and our reflections on it as a whole. Thanks for listening!
Intro: Should we take offense that it's Women's History month? (history has not exactly honored women.) Gina had a rough re-entry from vacation, the Disney enchantment, the expense of having kids, the pleasures of one on one time, Junipero Serra was also a monster, Whitey Bulger, networking. Let Me Run This By You: Is Drag Race sexist?, Sasha Velour, Interview: We talk to Rebecca Spence about Hendrix College, Phantom of the Opera with Linda Eder, Ricky Schroeder and Silver Spoons, Erin Gray, taking the Christmas pageant quite seriously, Syler Thomas, being the preacher's daughter, playing Adelaide in Guys and Dolls and the Stage Manager in Our Town, Tisch, Zelda Fichandler, Mary Beth Fisher, Carmen Roman, Deanna Dunagan, Ora Jones, Amy Morton, Steppenwolf, Goodman Theatre, Every Brilliant Thing, Cyrano at Milwaukee Rep, beauty privilege, aging as an actress, Linda Evangelista, how Rebecca sees herself in terms of the cultural shift in American theatre, the accessibility benefit of digital theatre.FULL TRANSCRIPT (unedited):2 (10s):And I'm Gina Pulice. We went to theater school1 (12s):Together. We survived it, but we didn't quite understand.2 (15s):And it's 20 years later, we're digging deep talking to our guests about their experiences and trying to make sense of it all.1 (22s):And you will too. Are we famous yet? February one, one month behind my friend one month by,2 (37s):Well, it's March 1st happy women's history month.1 (41s):I didn't even know that's how bad of a woman I am.2 (45s):Oh, well I was just thinking like, should we take offense that it's, you know, black history and women's history, like it's all in the past, you know, like why with both of those groups of people, we don't really want to be in the past.1 (1m 2s):Oh. And in fact there is a t-shirt that says that people love that. I have the same thought that says the future. Wait, the future of film is female. And I'm like, what about the present of film?2 (1m 17s):Right, right. Write1 (1m 19s):About like, I don't have a lot of time. I'm 46. Like what are you talking about the future? I mean, I can't be talking about the future. So I, I think the more we can get things in the present, the better off we are,2 (1m 33s):The better off we are now you're back. I'm back. I'm back. I'm back. I'm back. I did not want to come back. I did not leave my vacation. I did not wanna leave 80 degree weather and no responsibilities and fun all day. And it was our, a free entry1 (1m 53s):Monday, really? For everybody, just2 (1m 55s):You or well, for everybody. But for my part, it was getting in on a very late plane, not getting home till one 30 in the morning. It's two inches of ice on my driveway. So I'm like doing slapstick, trying to get my luggage to my door. My daughter's asleep. Oh my, I took the wrong key. I didn't have the right. I didn't have my house key. I don't know what the key is that I took. And so luckily, I mean, I guess I, nobody knows my address, but luckily we have a door that we often leave unlocked and it was unlocked.2 (2m 45s):So we got in and I got my daughter upstairs and I said, just go to sleep. I'll take care of everything. And she was like, yeah, of course, of course. I'm like, I'm not taking care of anything right now. So I remembered that we had some snow melt. I smelled, I go get it. And of course, when I walked into this door, that's usually unlocked. I immediately locked it saying like, we really shouldn't be leaving this open all the time. Oh my God. I know what's coming. I think, keep going, keep going though. And then I get my little ice smell and I go to the back and I closed the door because it's 20 degrees. And I don't want to let all the more mare out. And I happily salt my steps and get the luggage and bring it back up.2 (3m 30s):And the door was locked because the door was locked and I still don't have a key. And that my daughter is fast asleep. And not only is she slowly, I've already turned on the white noise machine. So if I ring the doorbell, if I had any chance of her hearing me, which it's pretty scant. And in any case, because she's a heavy sleeper, I've now masked the sound and it's cold, it's cold. And you, I immediately would be like, I have to eat this ice melt. That's not sane. That did not occur to me. Here's what occurred to me. I'm wearing leggings a t-shirt and a thin sweatshirt because I was just in 80 degree weather and sneakers.2 (4m 12s):I have no hat. I have no code. I have no gloves. I don't even have a key to the car. That's in the driveway because it's my husband's car. And why would I have a key to that? And we do have a garage code that has been broken for like a year. So I guess I should fix that for next time. I'm in this situation. Yeah. And I just tried ringing the doorbell and I tried yelling her name, you know, from down to like I'm in Romeo and Juliet, just yelling up to her window to the family in Utah. They weren't back. Oh my God.2 (4m 55s):I'm like, what the hell am I going to do? Walk to my neighbors at two in the morning and, and do what use, oh, and I didn't mind my phone was inside of, oh my God. Even if I had my phone, what am I going to do? Call my daughter. She doesn't have a cellphone. So I was in a real quandary. I was, I was in a pickle. So here's what I'd come to. I'm going to throw a heavy Boulder through our glass door so that I could get in. And then I'm going to tape it up with cardboard because I must get inside of my house. And then I remembered that another security breach we have is that our window in our dining room that goes directly onto our porch is never locked and very easy to climb through.2 (5m 43s):So that's what I did. And I didn't get to sleep until 3:00 AM. And that's just, that was just like, that was just, of course that was my reentry. Like there could have been no other reentry because ending your vacation sucks, sucks,1 (5m 60s):Bad. It2 (6m 0s):Really sucks. The greatest period of time is like the two weeks before your vacation, when you're getting psyched and then your vacation. And then for me, about two days before it's over, I'm like, oh God, I have to go.1 (6m 12s):I, I, I mean, you know, we're, I am really bad at transitions. Like I remember as an actor being told that to like, and I remember thinking that, and I remember thinking that's perfect. Like that, that makes perfect sense. I'm not shocked. And it makes perfect sense. I, there were no transitions in my childhood. It was like, you're being thrown here and then you're being thrown it. And so this all makes sense. And also it to be fair, your vacation did look fucking brilliant.2 (6m 43s):Like my vacation was like a1 (6m 46s):Dream.2 (6m 47s):It was like a dream come true. Honestly, like I kept being like, why is this so amazing? And I, I do. I do think, I, I think I understand now why Disney has the stranglehold on everybody's wallets that it does. It's because for many people, it is a place where your childhood is openly defended and encouraged and people don't get that. You know, and most people don't get that in other realms of their life. And you know, there's a lot of adult, only groups of people at Disney.2 (7m 28s):Like I even read a review of our hotel that was complaining about the number of children there. It's a, it's a, it's a, it's called the all star movies. It's like the it's 101 Dalmatian themed and toy story and Fantasia. And I'm thinking, wow, this couple went here thinking, oh,1 (7m 50s):People visionary tear like they without no, no, no. There are. Yeah, no, you're right on eighties. I think you've really, really hit the nail on the head. When you said that it's people's childhood encouraged, like, are you kidding me? Like senior pictures. I was like, oh, I'm going there. And I don't care if I go alone. Like, I don't give a fuck. You're going to see me alone. Wandering through Disneyland. Happy as a fucking clam.2 (8m 19s):Do you like rollercoasters? No. Oh, you don't like roller coasters. I was going to say, well, let's go together because I didn't get to ride one single roller coaster.1 (8m 25s):I will go with you. I would go if I trusted the person, I'm always just like, because I'm so neurotic. I'm like, do I want to die with this person? If I'm with some weird, like, you know, whatever. No I would go with you.2 (8m 40s):Well, let me tell you that. I don't know when the last time you went to like a six flags was, but the difference between your run of the mill amusement park and Disney is like the difference between coach on spirit, airline and first class Emirates. Yeah, exactly. It's just, they really, they really curate the experience for you. And I'm so fascinated by all of the work that has gone into just that, like all of the work that has gone into, and we, we had a classmate at the theater school who worked at Disney before she went to theater school and I'm drawing a blank on her name, blonde blonde hair.2 (9m 23s):And she told us about some of the rules. They have rules about how long your fingernails could be. And they had rules about your earrings and they had rules. I think some of those rules have changed because I'm pretty sure you didn't used to be able to show tattoos. I think you couldn't have dreadlocks before. Like it was a whole thing. It was a whole thing. So, so they've put a lot of effort into preserving the magic, right? Like you can't, there's this underground tunnel system. So you don't see the characters in there. Cause my daughter kept saying, oh, it was so sweet. She said, there's this hotel that's right near the park. And she said, why didn't we stay at that hotel? And I said, because it's like $3,000 a night. And she said, oh, I bet that's where the princess is live.2 (10m 7s):And I said, yeah, maybe. And I, and it was, as you recall, we went through this whole Santa's Easter bunny thing and she's she's hip to that. So I didn't challenge her assumption, but a couple of days later she did. And she said, well, they're not really princesses. They're really people who put on princess dresses. So they probably don't live here. I said, yeah, they probably don't. She said, where do I live? And I said, in an apartment, and I just saw the look on her face, like imagining, you know, Ariel living in her studio in like Florida. Right. And I live in Orlando having gone to theater school and then like, what am I doing? But you know what she's doing? She's fucking making dreams come fucking true is what she's done is like, honestly, it's the Lauren's work.2 (10m 53s):I felt like because they have these opportunities for you to meet the princesses, you know? And these people know their characters so well to the point that I can never hear Cinderella, she talks so quietly. I can never hear what she's saying. The, the girl, the woman who plays Rapunzel, that character talked a million miles an hour, she talks a million miles an hour. They read and they just know the ins and outs of their movies, such that they're constantly referencing. Like when, when we met Jasmine, she said, have you seen my monkey?2 (11m 35s):A pu I mean, and Clarissa was like, no, is she around here? Like, we'll, we'll go look for him. They really draw you in to the world. Do they are master storytellers? That's what they are Disney is. And these people, their whole,1 (11m 54s):I know people that go on Disney cruises that are like, I would live on this boat if I could.2 (12m 2s):Yeah, man. It's so enticing. It, it really is. And I, and I found myself being like, okay, this is like a museum product. It's a vacation. Like, but I think it made it harder to leave Mo a lot of times I have to say, especially since having kids, no offense to my kids. A lot of times when I come back from vacations, I'm like so relieved for it to be over because I've had to do so much work. I mean, traveling with one kid, who's pretty, self-sufficient was very easy to put a whole new spin on a family vacation.1 (12m 38s):It's my new thing, which is one-on-one time. So what I noticed in your pictures and social media was that when it's one-on-one time and I just had my niece here, right? Yes. I want to hear all about that. One-on-one time is so much different than family time. And I never had one-on-one time with either of my parents. Not that I really wanted it, but like, it was always trying to force groups or other families with our family. And I think one-on-one time people don't like to do because it's so intimate. And I, and I get that. But I also think when I saw your pictures, what I noticed was a genuine happiness and a knot in your face and your daughter's face, but also like a fun, it looked like fun.1 (13m 27s):And a lot of times when you see family fucking pictures, everyone looks miserable, miserable, miserable, miserable, miserable, and it's no one's fault, but that is the jam. It is miserable to be in a group.2 (13m 37s):It is miserable. And actually, as we were walking around, she kept saying, why is that? Dad's screaming at his kid? Like there was a moment where somebody was, I didn't observe it, but there was a baby crying. And how she reported it to me was that this mother told the baby to stop crying. And I said, well, you know, we're not having that experience because you're not a baby. And because we're not all together, but we've had a lot of experiences like that. You know, I'm glad that you don't necessarily think, look at that and say, oh, that's just like our family. But that is just like our family when we're all together,1 (14m 17s):It's a dynamic. So this is my whole, my whole like new way of seeing things. Not new way. But like w what helps me get through situation is like, oh, this is a dynamic problem. It is, it is a energetic, interpersonal problem. It's not one, one person's fault. But like, I now will never, I said to my niece, like, I only want to do one on one time with, with each of you. Great2 (14m 45s):Idea. Great idea. So how did that whole thing1 (14m 47s):Come to be? So I really wanted to, so each I have taken my nephew and my niece, the oldest one on solo trips, right. To two different places. But the youngest has never been, and then the pandemic hit. And so I was like, wait a second. This isn't fair. Not that life is fair, but I like to keep things kind of like, I don't want her being like, what the hell? I'm the youngest? Cause I was the youngest. I get it. So I was like, all right, I want a lease to come out here. But by herself, without my sister, without the kids, without George, like, no, no, no, no, no. Also our place is so small. Only one person could fit in it. Right. So a small person.1 (15m 28s):And so I said to my sister for her 13th birthday, which was Sunday, I want to fly Elise out. And so that's what I did. And she, she had president's day, right? So she, she missed one day of school because me and Mr. Davis school to do something with my sister and at least came and we had a blast one-on-one man, I'm all about trying to help the dynamic, not be unmanageable for myself and for others, but I'm really thinking about myself. Like2 (15m 60s):Probably so appreciated the attention she got. Right. Because I'm sure there's not much opportunity for her to get individual attention.1 (16m 8s):It's not practical. It just doesn't happen. There's so much going on. And you know, and, and so we had a blast. Now look, one thing that I was telling my therapist yesterday, I was like, oh, this is what I realized about children. They're fucking a lot of energy, even one brilliant child, right. That is, is just being a child. That's turning 13, no problems. Still, a lot of energy goes out cause she's, you know, and they're fucking expensive. So I don't care. I mean, I don't, I know nothing about, I know 100th of what the costs would be, but I'm like, oh my God.1 (16m 48s):And we weren't even doing crazy shit. We were so like, for people to say like, oh, a family of four or five can live on 50,000, $50,000. I'm like, are you, I spent like $50,000 in three days that I don't have, what are you talking about?2 (17m 3s):This is why, I mean, I have avoided saying miss in the past, but this is why we make so much money and have nothing. I mean, we have our house, we have a house, we own a house and we own cars. Yeah. But we have nothing else. We have nothing else. We have no savings. We have nothing else because 100% of our money goes to this very expensive thing we've chosen to do, which is1 (17m 28s):Yeah. And, and I have so much, I'm like, oh my God. Just even light. Yeah. Just life. Just not even buying. I mean, we didn't go crazy. We didn't go to Beverly Hills. We're not like living. Okay. So we went to, she got in really late Friday night and we went to, then we slept in a little bit. And then we went to the beach, went to my favorite beach, which is a unibrow beach who I found out was a terrible ruler that killed a lot of indigenous people, which is sad. But anyway, yeah. Paradise, Sarah that bad, bad, bad, bad, bad, man. I thought he was a Franciscan monk. I don't know my okay. I don't know.1 (18m 9s):Anyway. So it was like, oh, you know, he killed a bunch of indigenous people. I'm like, oh, that's great. Anyway. So we went to that beach in long beach, my favorite beach. Cause it's super chill. It's not a scene. It's not like Malibu. It's not like it's like down home. I love long beach. Right. And I also have an affinity to long beach because my ex lived there who passed away. So I like long beach, a lot. I have like special memories of that. And so we did that. We went, we ate like I now, because we moved to the pandemic. I had no reference for good food in my, in my neighborhood, in Pasadena, in LA none. So I was like, all right, we're gonna use this as an opportunity to explore dude, look, it has no, it doesn't hold a candle to Chicago.1 (18m 55s):Cause that's just how, you know, Chicago. I always tell people like Chicago is the best food and you'll die of a heart attack, but like, you'll eat the best food. We found great restaurants that we ate at. We, so we did a lot of eating. We did a lot of walking, walking around. We did some walks, some hikes. She obsessed with my dog Doris. And she was really, really good with her. Like trained her. Like she's really, she and her brother are both really into training dogs. So she did a lot of training with Torres, which I kept up zero. And then I just, I just don't care. And then I just don't, that's the truth. And we just really spent time together talking about life and about, you know, her, her life as a 13 year old and teenage stuff.1 (19m 42s):And, but it was, it was only, it was like she got in Friday night, she was here Saturday, all day, Sunday, all day, Monday, all day. She left Tuesday afternoon. I was so exhausted. I was like, I don't know. I have. So again, I have so much respect for her parents and people who are engaged with their kids. That's what I'll say. Like people who actually are trying to fucking be engaged. It's it's insane. I don't know how anyone has time to do anything else. Let me run this by, You know, I go into my little phases with the content I'm consuming and right now I'm really deep into con reconsider.1 (20m 31s):This is an old love that I kind of got away from drag race. Oh, right. Yeah. And I never had this thought before and I'm not, I don't have a judgment about it really either way. It's truly just a curiosity.2 (20m 47s):Curious to know what your thoughts are. Did you ever watch1 (20m 49s):That show? So I watched it a long time ago when it first came out. Did they remounted like, is there's different incarnations?2 (20m 57s):Yeah. They're on like season 13 or something like that. Yeah.1 (21m 0s):I watched it at the beginning when I also got into project runway and I got into America's next top model and all that stuff. Yeah. I, I, it wasn't my thing. It just didn't, it didn't compel me. Like I wanted it to love it and I, it's not, what is it about me? It is that, or the show. It's not my type of reality show in that. I just don't care enough. It's you know, about fat, like the fashion, the fashion. I, I'm more interested in the psychological component and at least at the beginning, it wasn't a huge part of the show.2 (21m 45s):Yeah. Well, for me it is the clue. Remember on star search when they used to have acting that acting component and it was so boring to watch, you know, because it's just not the same as singing and dancing. Right. Even I, as a little kid was like, this is boring. I didn't want to watch the acting part of star search. So we don't have an acting reality competition show. Drag race is the closest thing we have to because drag is theater, you know, it's creating character it's it's and, and there, the art has elevated to such a degree that the people who are really killing it are doing things that you would not imagine are drag and they're not wearing breastplates and they're not, they're just there.2 (22m 37s):And it's part of this whole concept of gender fluidity, which I'm really interested in. But my, my question is, is it inherently sexist that these men are doing female impersonations, right? Because, and a big part of it is the humor. And I just had this mode of being like, wait, is the fundamental conceit here that we're laughing at men being women, because why would you be a woman when you can be a man? I just, yeah, it may not be. And, and many, many drag artists may be feminists may consider themselves feminist.2 (23m 22s):I think RuPaul is not necessarily a feminist and he's not, he's not necessarily anti-racist. I mean, I think he's problematic in his own way, but it just occurred to me like, what am I laughing at this idea about just being a woman? Are we, are we trivializing? And we're making it frivolous.1 (23m 43s):It's so interesting. Like, I mean, think that it goes, what comes to mind is also like, how do the artists identify? Like, do they identify as, as, as non, you know, non-conforming or, or, or, or how, how did they feel?2 (23m 60s):Right. That's been an interesting evolution in the show actually from the first season. I think they they've had, they had at least one person who through the course of doing, it said, actually, I'm not, I don't really want to do drag. I want to be a woman. I am a woman. There's, there's been that. And I haven't really followed it closely, but there has been some controversy about like, well, if you have a woman, a trans woman on the show, then is it still drag? Right. So there's all these questions. I don't really know where that debate sits at the present moment, but I do know that very many people who consider themselves drag artists don't consider themselves men in any way.1 (24m 43s):So it's like, right. I, so that, that then leads me to be super curious about yes, like can cat it become one. It reminded me of Shakespeare when she experienced time pretending to be women. And it was always, you know, women weren't allowed to be actors or whatever, and they, and they also like, you know, they would make fun in a higher sort of, even a intellectual way. They were making fun of the, the weaker sex, whatever. So, yes, I think there's a part of it that we're just laughing at the horror show that is being a woman. And then the other thing that I was thinking about was I think you're onto something when, if we can transform it from being about that, to being about elevating art too.1 (25m 29s):Like when you said things that you wouldn't that piques my interest, wouldn't consider quote, drag. That is like, where I think we're headed in theater, right?2 (25m 38s):Like, oh yes, we must be. I mean, if we are to survive, we must be headed in that way.1 (25m 44s):Can you give me an example of like what, what you wouldn't consider drag that is like,2 (25m 50s):I got there's this drag artists named Sasha Valore and sh I'm right now, I'm on season. I forget if it's eight or nine, it might be nine. And she Sasha the lore does L well, first of all, and I think he identifies as a man. He does his art is political and intellectual. And he's one of these people who doesn't wear fake breasts. He does, he, what he does is he covers his nipples with pastries and, and, but builds the most beautiful garments around a look around an idea blend.2 (26m 31s):And, and it's rough. What I love is when it's referencing so many different things, when he explains his outfit later, he's like, well, this is a reference to Marlena Dietrich. And this is, this is a reference to, you know, the, how the gay culture in Russia exists because it's, you know, it's illegal to dress in drag there and, and homosexuality is not outright illegal, but it's, you know, obviously not a way that you want to go around presenting yourself. It's just this elevated conversation. I mean, the first time I ever saw actual drag was in Las Vegas at a show, I was a teenager and I couldn't believe I'd never seen it before.2 (27m 15s):I couldn't believe how much this man looked like a woman. And that's what the drag was. It was all about pretty much straight forward, like glamor looking as feminine as possible. And it has just come a long way since then. And now it's about, it's really just about embodying characters.1 (27m 34s):So yeah, you love storytelling. So this is what I'm getting at from the Disney thing. And from this is that you love detailed nuance, researched and referenced storytelling. Totally. That is your jam. So2 (27m 51s):It was my mind when, when all of these disparate things can come together into one cohesive piece of art. That's what I like in plays. That's what I like in books. That's what I like him.1 (28m 1s):So that's really interesting to know. Like, I think also like, yeah, for me, what I like is yes, super detailed, specific thought out things like I remember my favorite thing as a kid was pop-up books that had teeny little hidden parts that you wouldn't expect to have a tab that have it. That was my fucking jam. I was like, that is what I like about television is when there's callbacks or references or little Easter eggs, or like where you're like, oh my God, oh my God. Oh my God. Did you notice that the, you know, like I get into that because it means ultimately that people fucking care what they're doing.1 (28m 45s):Yeah,2 (28m 46s):Yeah, yeah. Oh, yes. That's what really gets you. That people care Today on the podcast we are talking to Rebecca, Rebecca is an actor. And if you live in Chicago and see theater, there's a very good chance that you've seen her on more than one occasion in more than one brilliant star Trek. She also does film and television. She's got actually a television series, 61st street. She's in Candyman, that's out in theaters right now.2 (29m 26s):She was in one of my favorite shows, easy, which featured a lot of great Chicago actors. We didn't really talk about any of that. We talked about her as dying love for Chicago theater and her absolute respect for the actors that make it happen. So please enjoy our with Rebecca Spence3 (29m 52s):Podcast or a voiceover.2 (29m 55s):What's the matter with you? Why don't you get with it podcast or be a professional podcast? It's so easy. Honestly, you just break right into the market. You get tons of downloads. And3 (30m 9s):This is what I hear. It's amazing that I haven't jumped on this bandwagon yet. I don't know.2 (30m 14s):I will say the number, the apex of active podcasts or podcasts that were downloadable in the pandemic was 2 million up from 750,000 before the pandemic.3 (30m 29s):I absolutely2 (30m 30s):Believe it's trending back down because I think people realize like it's kind of a lot of work to maintain something every week. So, you know, we're just hoping to get back into that sweet spot. Maybe even less people will do it and we'll get down to like half a million. So then we'll really have a chance. Anyway, congratulations, Rebecca Spence, you survived theater school. Wait, wait. You're, you're looking, you're looking like you don't agree with me.3 (30m 59s):I, I I'd like to reframe it a little bit. I, I survived a theater major. I did not survive the grad school audition process. I Did not into the theater school.2 (31m 18s):We've often said we should call it. We should really call this. I survived my desire to be famous, whether you became famous or not, you know, like you have to contend with your, with your desire for us,1 (31m 29s):Never went to grad school for you went to undergrad and you got a theater major, and then you, and then you went to you, you auditioned for grad schools and didn't get it. What, how could Rebecca Spence that fucking get into grad school? Are you kidding me?3 (31m 43s):No. What I was doing, I didn't have a clue what I was doing. So I, but I can say that my audition process for grad school is what brought me to Chicago and, and made me fall in love with Chicago. And ultimately helps me choose Chicago as a home base, which is where I've had my education. I, my entire education in theater has been through observing and watching people very, very, very good at what they do. And2 (32m 15s):Just observing or asking people. I mean, you said you didn't know what you were doing when you were auditioning, but3 (32m 21s):Yeah, I went to my, I had, I don't know anything to compare it to. I think I had a great theater experience in, at my tiny little school. We had a three professor department and they were wonderful. I, I looked at some conservatories for undergrad and I just wasn't entirely sure if that was what I wanted to do. Cause I didn't know anything about professional theater, not a thing I grew up in, in, in Texas. I had, I think I saw maybe one professional production.3 (33m 2s):I had a friend whose parents were into musicals and they gifted me with an evening to go see Phantom of the opera with Linda ETR of all people. So I'm like, if you're going to get an experience seeing it, that was great. But I knew I wasn't a musical person. I didn't have that kind of gift. And I didn't know what, like I never had seen regional theater. I had never gone to1 (33m 29s):Like a play3 (33m 30s):Play. No, I think my parents took me to a community college production of glass, menagerie,1 (33m 39s):Light fodder for a child have to say like, what is coming forward for me when you're talking about, you're not the first person to say like a musical with the first introduction to any kind of acting and they get a bad rap, sometimes musicals, but they're a gateway for so many kiddos. It's like magic. I'm like obsessed with musicals now.3 (34m 7s):Yeah. I I'm the youngest of three girls by a large margin. My sisters are nine and 11 years older than I am. And so they would put on plays and then stick me in them. So I was kind of dressed up a lot and they'd be like, go say this. And I would do that. And I've got1 (34m 27s):Actors now. What's that? Are3 (34m 29s):They actors now? Okay. No, not at all. No. We just had very active imaginations. And so I, but I loved it. I, I always wanted to be, I had a very active imagination and, and wanted to, I knew I wanted to act like I, I want it to be on silver spoons. Oh,1 (34m 50s):Well, here we are facing. I always, I always thought that the line was here. We are faced to face a Comella silver spoons. Somehow someone informed me that Kamala, wasn't a real word. You guys. And so I was like, wait, what do you, they were like, what did you just say? They're like, say it again. And they were like, you know, that's not the line, but anyway, you want it to be in silver. Did you want to be on like, Ricky's like sister or anything? Like you just wanted to be in that world?3 (35m 26s):Oh no. I had a whole, I had a whole plot line. Oh yeah, no. I was also going to be adopted into the family. Oh yeah. They were, I, I was also going to be adopted into the family, but then of course we were going to become love interest. Of course it's very twisted. I was, I was quite convinced. I, you know, Aaron Gray was going to be my mother. Oh. I also loved buck Rogers. So it was a big club look, Roger. So I kind of followed Erin gray. I thought she was quite possibly the most glamorous woman I'd ever seen. And that's not true.3 (36m 6s):Doris Day was, but I wanted to be parented by1 (36m 13s):Yes. I mean, that's like me and like my modern day telling Brian Cox, I wanted him to be my new father. Right. And that didn't, he was like, people have told me that before. It was actually, it's a real thing. So like, okay, so you, you want it to be that. And then how did that translate Rebecca into like actually studying it? Because like, how did you know? It was a thing3 (36m 37s):I started doing a lot of plays in church. I did a lot of church. Like I was married about 12 times. It feels like, and I remember taking, I remember my like little, my first like actual play. I remember, I think I had been four and I was married and I took it really seriously. And the little boy who was playing Joseph, who also happened to be named Joey was not taking it seriously. And he kept taking his little robe and throwing it over his head. And I remember being livid, absolutely livid. I just was, I was so disappointed because I really felt like I was giving off as many, like holy maternal vibes as I possibly could.3 (37m 26s):And he, he wasn't up to the task.1 (37m 28s):Did you find it, did he get fired or like, did he get recast recast?3 (37m 33s):I I, no. No, no. I mean, my memory is being up in front of the, I don't remember any group kind of rehearsal process. I just remember being up there and holding my little baby doll and feeling very pious Over. And Joey was like screwing with a shepherd.1 (37m 54s):That's fantastic. I am Joey, by the way, I would be the Joey. I'd be like doing dance moves and they'd be like this one, but here's the thing3 (38m 3s):Laughing. And that's why it was because people were laughing and they, you know, he was drawing attention and laughing. And I was like, I don't remember this being a comedy. This is a comment1 (38m 19s):Here's, what's interesting about that story for me is that you w I've never worked with you as an actor, but I know from being around you and seeing you work, that you are not enough, and this is not, well, I'll just say it like, you are like a consummate per actor. Like you, you take this shit seriously, which I adore, which I actually learned from people like that. But like, you are very kind and lovely, but you also are a fucking professional actor. And there is like, I know that sounds so obvious, but you know what I mean? Like there are people like Joey that fuck around at age four, which is fine. He's four. But like the fact that you didn't fuck around as Mary at age four, I think is actually an important thing in your, in your history because you take this shit seriously.1 (39m 7s):Also. You're like you work all the time, which is fantastic, which I don't think there's a coincidence there. That's all I'm saying. That's all. Yeah.3 (39m 19s):Thank you. I mean, I knew I wanted to do, I played a lot alone. I mean, I was alone all the time. So I was constantly like perfecting different personalities. I mean, because I moved as much as I did, we moved every two and a half to three years. I had like an opportunity to like, be put into different scenarios. And that was just like a playground for me to, to, well, first of all, it was survival. It was trying to figure out where am I? How do I fit in? How do I make friends? What what's like that group of people doing and how do I sort of evolve and adapt. So that they'll speak to me.1 (39m 57s):Did you move because of your family? Were you a military situation?3 (40m 2s):God's military? My, my father was an Episcopal priest, tiny segue. I listened to your podcasts and I'm the one that, that I just delighted and was listening to Siler. Thomas. I knew Siler Thomas from church camp. I had no idea Seiler Thomas. Wasn't cool. We, I grew up sort of adjacent to, to him. He's older than I am. So he was in a much like cooler hipper, older church crap. And, but we went to like all of the same, like regional functional things.3 (40m 47s):Cause my father was an Episcopal priest. And so he was very active in youth stuff. And so I went with him. That's how I know Seiler camp counselor. And I was a camper and I had no clue that he was a theater person. No, I can't2 (41m 5s):Wait to tell him. I can't wait to tell him3 (41m 7s):We reconnected sort of over Facebook, but I haven't seen him, but I listened to his entire podcast and I, I, I got really, I got really excited.2 (41m 15s):Yeah. Yeah. He's, he's fantastic. What I would have done if I had to move every couple of years is I would have pretended that I was British. When I came to a new school. Did you ever adopt new, like a really different3 (41m 31s):Personality? No, I couldn't. We were always sort of presented, like we were kind of presented as a family so that wouldn't have ever worked out for me. I did have a friend though in the sixth grade, my friend, Susan. And it was the first time we in, I was in Waco, Texas, and we went to all the sixth graders, went to one school for me, entire city were busted into a sixth grade center and we would rotate classes and she, and I would come up with like each class that we were in. We would have completely different personalities. We would like today where the really loud Rawkus girls and today were very shy and reserved, but today where the pranksters.3 (42m 17s):And1 (42m 18s):So you did go to theater school cause that's all we did. So there2 (42m 23s):Starting at four years old, you started your year to school3 (42m 25s):Training.2 (42m 28s):Yeah. So when you finally, when it was time for college, you were considering conservatories, but decided not to. How did you pick the school that you went to Hendrix?3 (42m 41s):I picked Hendricks because they had a theater program and my parents said that I had to be within a day's drive. And so they said, we can, you can go to school, but we have to be able to be able to drive to you within 12 hours, if anything happens. So I went 10 and a half hours away to two Hendricks college in Arkansas and had a pretty campus. And I, I knew, I, I knew I wanted to do theater. I had started doing more professional place, not professional, but, but really high quality plays in high school.3 (43m 21s):And I knew that I wanted to keep doing that. I really loved it. I just sort of disappeared into that. And that was, that was a safe way to build quick family, you know, do you found your people really fast? And I, I, that, that felt good to me. So I really enjoyed it. And2 (43m 41s):Were they known for having a great theater department?3 (43m 45s):No, but they built, so I did my freshman year, we moved in the middle of my eighth grade year and I had one freshman year in a, in a really small, small town in Southeast Texas or S yeah, it was near the coast and that didn't, that didn't go so well for me. And I ended up being sent to boarding school.1 (44m 13s):What did you do? Were you depressed?3 (44m 15s):Very poor choices and trying to, in trying to, to fit in, what is it,1 (44m 21s):Does that mean? What does that mean? Did you smoke cigarettes or like kill people? What happened like3 (44m 27s):In the middle? No, I, I had some substance stuff happened. I found the substances are pretty early in like, like an eighth grade. Yeah, yeah, yeah, no. I mean, we, we lived in the town that I lived in was known for grass farming and rodeo, and we didn't have anything to do. There was no, there was no movie theater. We didn't have a Walmart. We didn't have a skating rink there. It was,1 (44m 57s):It's like Footloose the toast.3 (44m 60s):So what we did is we went out to fields and drank like, that's true. That was what you did. So I, I, I wanted to do that. So I drank a lot and then I got caught a lot. And so my parents had a panic and sent me to boarding school in Austin, which they had a, really a growing theater department. And by the time I graduated, they had built this huge complex. So my senior year was the first year they sort of became an art school. So I kind of said goodbye. I mean, our first production was like, I remember they flew in some flats from Las Vegas.3 (45m 42s):I want to say we did guys and dolls, but we had like actual professional flats. And it was like my senior year. I was like, oh my God1 (45m 51s):Star, were you the star Rebecca? I was3 (45m 53s):Adelaide Adelaide. And then I got to be the stage manager in our town. So that was, but of course I, I didn't know what that meant. I wanted to be Emily,1 (46m 5s):Emily, of course. And then there were3 (46m 7s):Like stage manager and I was like, what? I'm stage managing the play? Like, I clearly hadn't read the whole play. I just read what I was like. I didn't know that that meant I had more to do. And it ended up being like a really, really meaningful, beautiful experience.2 (46m 24s):And just getting back to like the making. Cause I, I really love talking about making bad decisions. Would you say that you kind of did the, there is a trope of a preacher's daughter getting in to trouble? Is that what happened to you? Yeah, it was a rebellion against,3 (46m 43s):I mean, I, I just, you know, is there either the really, really good girl or the really, really bad girl and I, I, I didn't want to be the really, really,1 (46m 56s):Really hard position to be like, I can't imagine, like, even if your parents are like the nicest people there, again, there's a status thing that happens when there's someone in the community is touted as a certain thing. Like it's like royalty a little bit in America. Like we don't have, you know, so it's like you it's like, and then you're expected to behave a certain way. And as much as I had, like, I would say very little care and guidance in some ways I also didn't have a lot of pressure to be a certain way because we were all just like, there was no title. Like my parents didn't do anything. So it's, it's a tricky situation. But what I'm, what I'm also noticing is that the, the poor decision making and the drinking and they're getting caught actually was, it led to some really good fucking theater like that.1 (47m 46s):You went to Austin and you got to do like really good acting work. So it worked. I mean, you know, it wasn't a, it wasn't an all a bad thing. So you were like, yes,3 (47m 58s):I have learned more from my, my failures than I have ever learned from my successes. And I've had a lot of failures. I've had a lot of,1 (48m 8s):You know, something that I can speak to from being in like an insider in Chicago or formerly, and now in California, but being at a Chicago actor is like, everybody, I want to talk about the pressure in Chicago. So you are one of those people in Chicago that everyone's like, oh, Rebecca Spence books, everything. And I know it's not, I listen. I'm not saying it's true. This is what I'm saying. Let's get to the heart of the thing that I want to ask, which is from being on the I'm now on the outside looking in. Right. So what is it like? Cause that's always something that I heard and it has actually very little to do with you with other people's shit.1 (48m 48s):Right? It's not, I'm not saying you are doing anything, but what I'm asking as a woman and a performer, what is it like? And it's easy for me to do now because I'm in LA. So I don't give a, you know, like it's like, what does it feel like to have that kind of pressure of people, first of all, are you aware of it? That people are like Rebecca spins, books, everything. And then how does that affect you? And do you want to tell them to go fuck off? Or are you like, I work really hard.3 (49m 14s):Well, this, if this I'll take it two steps back, because this is a Testament to how much I, I love and admire Chicago theater. My understanding, I, I didn't get into theater school because I sabotage my auditions because I didn't know what kind of an actor I wanted to be. I actually, I choked. I freaked out because I thought that if you wanted to be an actor that meant that you wanted to be famous. And, and so I went to NYU, I came to Chicago to audition for theater school that I did the errata and auditioned for NYU Tisch.3 (49m 56s):And then I crashed the Harvard art. I didn't know you could crash. And somebody said you did. So I just got in line and I crashed the Harvard auditions. I made it to the final rounds of, of Tish. And I flew to New York and had a solid panic attack. I just, I didn't know anything about New York. I had, I came from tiny town in Texas. I had never been to Chicago. I had never been to New York. I didn't have a smartphone. I didn't know how to get around. I, I met Zelda. I met, you know, I did all the stuff. I was like, I can't afford this. I don't, I don't know what this is. I don't know what I'm doing. And I, I P I straight up chokes and, and really sabotage my own audition.3 (50m 40s):But I liked Chicago and my husband got a job here and we moved here and then somebody said, you know, I needed to find a job. I didn't even know. They were like, what about the Goodman theater? And I, I was like, I don't even know what that is. And I didn't know what, like actual regional theater was. And I ended up getting a job in development at, at the Goodman theater, because I was too scared to act. Cause I thought I don't actually know what I'm doing. I didn't know how to do like prepare a monologue very well. I had done that my senior year in college. Like we prepared one monologue. I didn't know like how to go through that whole process. But I started working at the Goodman. I started watching, I saw Chicago actors come on stage.3 (51m 24s):And it was people like Mary Beth Fisher, people like Carmen, Roman people like Deanna Dunnigan. Like people, people like Ora Jones. Like that was when I started hearing when they were like, oh, oh, oh my God. Or Jones is going to be on say, oh my God, Amy Morton. I'm like, who wait, who are these people who wait, who are these people? And like, people that I started hanging out like the theater crowd, when they started speaking about these people and their work ethic, I was like, that's what I want. I want to be a well-respected name in a medium sized town.3 (52m 5s):That's that to me is how I know I've made it. If people are like, oh, oh, we want to go see that show because I guarantee you, you're going to see someone who has put in the time, put in the effort, they're going to bring nuance. They're going to bring, you know, a craft to it. That was my goal. That's. And so when I hear that, there's part of me, that's like, I still don't know what I'm doing, but the little ego part in the back of my brain is like, it's what we've always wanted.1 (52m 38s):Yeah, no.3 (52m 39s):I wanted to be a respected actor in a town that who, whose work? I respect so much. I fucking love Chicago actors. And I love Chicago theater. I don't think there's any better theater in the country. I think that, that the work ethic and the quality of people that go in and do the work and bring, bring their hearts and their souls to it. That's all I've ever wanted to be a part of. So when you say, when you're like, oh, she works all the time. I'm like, I, I, I don't, I mean, I do work, but there's part of me. It's like, oh my God, maybe we're doing it. Maybe1 (53m 17s):I can tell you right now, Rebecca Spence, that you are doing the thing. Because when I saw you in, what was it? Every brilliant thing is that the, It was, it was beautiful. And when I saw it, I was like, oh yeah, this is why she, she books. She works all the time. It's all relative. Right. But that thing of she works all the time. But like, this is why it actually is because you're good at what you do. And you're also, like you said, you actually really care about the thing we were talking about. Caring, like Disney really cares how they take care of their parks. Like, that's a, that's a segue, but like, that's the, the point is that you, you, the care that you put into your, your art is very desirable, right?1 (54m 5s):Like people want to work with that. And I think in Chicago, there is this sense of, we're just sometimes we're just there to make it to the next place. But what it sounds like for you is like, this is your place3 (54m 18s):I'm here. Like this is, I have no desire to move to New York. I have no desire to move. I'm doing exactly what I always like. I'm doing more than I ever thought I ever hoped that I could do.2 (54m 33s):Like, wow.1 (54m 34s):I mean,3 (54m 35s):I ever thought that I hook could hope to do so. I am. I'm always really grateful because I,2 (54m 46s):Yeah, honestly, I, I really think that more people could stand to do that, to have as their goal. You know what, one of the things that has come out of this glut of information put out us all the time is this concept of like exceptionalism and that you only really hear reflected or, or echoed or amplified stories of people who are exceptional. People who make millions of dollars or people who, whatever graduate Harvard when they're 10 years old. And it, one of the casualties of it is that I think people who are forming their identities don't necessarily get enough examples of people who are achieving anything in the middle, you know, any kind of other success.2 (55m 36s):And, and we know how much these extreme successes lead to like tragedy. In a lot of cases, we'd be doing ourselves a favor. If we could put more stories of like, I aimed for this thing, that is not the, you know, the outer limit, but is, you know, difficult to do, but was obtainable for me. I think that would be,1 (55m 57s):I think it's so good. And I think that the, the also the, the irony or whatever it is is that now you, you, in terms of, in terms of film and television, you do book that work too, but it's not because your it's like you, that was your goal. And, and all this theater stuff is just sort of there it's like that work comes because of the, what you have done build the platform. And I think Gina, what you're speaking about is nobody's building the fucking platform on which to stand. So it's like all of a sudden, they're just catapulted on this platform at the top of the sky, and there's nowhere to go, but fall. Right. So you've done the work to build the platform, Rebecca.1 (56m 40s):And I think that that's, that's rare that doesn't happen. And I think that's fricking amazing because you have something to stand on. You're not like floating in LA like on a pedestal about,3 (56m 53s):I wouldn't do well in LA. I don't think I, I don't think I would do well there. I could maybe hang out in New York, but I don't think LA would, I liked LA. I went out there for just a brief moment just to see what it felt like. And people are like, oh, you're going to love it, or you're going to hate it. And I didn't feel either way. I, I liked it. I mean, I, I, wasn't responsible for living there and getting rent, paying rent. I was staying in a friend's pool house. And so I had a place to live for a month and I had one audition. So I hiked, it did a lot of hiking, which was great. And I found little pockets there, but I've thought, I don't think I could live in a town that is just constantly cycling around one industry.3 (57m 41s):And that was kind of how I've always operated. I didn't want to go to a conservatory because I was like, there's way more to me than just acting like, I, I love, I, I like, I love what I do it's but it's not the only thing that drives me. Like I like theater and acting is, is the thing that I love most, most of all, but I really there, I love Chicago, so there's so much more to do than just2 (58m 10s):So true. So I keep thinking about a little Rebecca and little Joey, we've heard a lot of stories about people who, when they were in college, feeling resentful about P other people who they felt like didn't take it seriously enough people, you know, like a common thing is a person who had to work really hard to get a full ride because they couldn't have afforded it to go to college otherwise. And then to be there with people who are partying instead of, you know, spending a hundred percent of their time dedicated to what they're doing. Does that come up for you now working on something now, do you encounter people who you feel maybe aren't fully appreciating the opportunity they're being given or, or at this level now, are you mostly with people who take it very seriously to,3 (59m 3s):Yeah, I haven't had that. And I mean, most of the people that I work with are really just so excited to be in the room. I mean, I, I, I th I can think of one instance when I was doing non-equity theater in a basement somewhere for, for, I was the only female in the entire, in the entire production, like cast, crew, everything. It was, it was me. And it was a bunch of guys that were kind of jerking around a little bit and it affected, it was like a really serious play.3 (59m 45s):And I remember one of them pulled up a pretty, I don't want to say dangerous, dangerous is too extreme of a term, but it was a play. It was days of wine and roses, which was, and you know, where I have to, the character ends up drink in some, but they, they changed the bottle and put actual alcohol in it onstage, and didn't tell me. And so I chugged and had like a thing of alcohol and I was like, and nobody would fess up to it. Like nobody who did, who did it? Y'all who did that? Just like tell me, and no one would, would, would fess up to it.3 (1h 0m 26s):And then I was like, this sucks. Yeah. That's actually, that's the only time I can think of when I was like, I'm, I'm putting my heart and soul into it for the most part. No, I've never, I thought, what about upset or like, is everyone you're working with really like, to joke around too. I mean, I, yeah, what I do on stage, I take very silly, but I love to play. I'm a prankster. I liked to, I I'm very silly. I like to be silly. I, I love people that are having a fantastic time. And when I know that it's not like messing up somebody else's process I'll jump right in.3 (1h 1m 7s):Cause I, I like it. So I haven't had any, what's a, what's a favorite project. Gosh, there've been, there've been a lot. I did a production of a three person Cyrano up at Milwaukee rep and it was the first time I'd ever left Chicago. And we did a three person version of, of Cyrano where we did made all of the sound effects ourselves.3 (1h 1m 49s):And so we switched characters and jumped and I had never done anything like that of like sort of it wasn't devised, but it, it, it was much more deconstructed than anything that I had ever been a part of. And it was, and we toured it. We toured it all around Wisconsin and into Minnesota and I'd, I'd never done it. I'd never done summer stock. I had never done anything like that. And we were this little Merry band of three, plus our manager in a, in a van driving all over making, you know, I was, we would do the sword fights and I would, I would use the foils and make all the sound effects and sheets.3 (1h 2m 30s):And I just thought that was, it was, it was a great time. I love it.1 (1h 2m 34s):Why did you love it? Like what, what you just love doing the like, cause it was the first time you did it or like what was the feeling that you were like, this is fucking awesome. Wow.3 (1h 2m 44s):Creative thing. And we surprise so many people because we made like the set was made out of ladders and like we would make the set and I love surprising the audience cause they would come in, they'd be like, what the, what is this? Like, are you like, oh God, we're gonna watch people like create out of boxes. See it, like, you're going to take me on one of these like craft paper theater projects and what am I getting myself into? And with just like a little thing of twinkle lights and we, and I was working with these two phenomenal actors, Reese, Madigan, and Ted Daisy, who work at Milwaukee rep all the time out and, and Oregon Shakespeare.3 (1h 3m 25s):And they do a lot of Oregon Shakespeare work. And we just played, we played in, played in, played in plate. It was, it was playing. And yet then we would have these like gut punch moments and it, I had just never done anything like that. I had always been put in sort of very traditional roles and nobody usually allowed me to step outside of those boxes. And I, I did it and had such, such a good time doing it.1 (1h 3m 53s):That leads me to my question about beauty. Okay. So I'm obsessed with this idea of beauty as, as a, as it relates to how people that are, are how we relate to our own beauty or feeling lack thereof or so, you know, you, I would say for me, you like a stunning, stunning woman. And, and I would like to know what is your relationship like? I mean, it's a very, it's a very intense question, but I am obsessed with it. What is your relationship like to your own idea of your beauty? Because people, because what you said, really trait triggered something in me of like people usually put me in these traditional roles, which to me means like beautiful wife, a beautiful mother, a girlfriend, a blah.1 (1h 4m 46s):And as you age, like talk all about that because people will say like Rebecca Spence is gorgeous and I agree and I want to know what is it like? And I guess it's sort of hard if you're the fish in the water, but like tell me, what's your relationship like to the way your own looks?3 (1h 5m 2s):Sure. You know, I, I, I fully acknowledged that I've had duty privilege. Like I've fully acknowledged that that has been a part of my progress. And you know, it has been something that has put me in roles. Like I was never the ingenue ever. I was never the Juliet. I was always the lady capital. I was always, cause I had always had a lower register and I always looked mature. I had a very classic features. And so I was always like lady Croom, lady Capulets.3 (1h 5m 43s):I was always like the bitter aunt. And it's kind of, I was Jean Brody, you know, like I got to, to have these sort of larger power play or things, which I always wanted. I wanted to play more powerful than I wanted to play pretty because I knew that I was always viewed as such. And you know, it's, I know that I've been allowed into a lot of rooms because of how I look. I think maybe that's why my drive is so strong because I want to back it up.3 (1h 6m 24s):Like I don't, it's very important to me that I bring work ethic and integrity and talent to, to, to that so that as I age and as I grow and as this goes away or transforms and evolves that I'm leaning more on, on, on the thing behind it. And, and aging as, as someone who is it's real, like it's, it's a real ego check when you were always called in for the beautiful wife and now you're starting to be called in for, you know, other roles.3 (1h 7m 11s):And, and this isn't a it's I know how it sounds like I always like know and feel1 (1h 7m 18s):No, no, no, no. Here's the thing. You're the one, you're the first person that we've talked to that we've said like, Hey, like I remember we interviewed someone and Gina brought this up to someone and was like, you're very beautiful. Like, what's it like to, and the person could not acknowledge that they, because they were, I think, I don't know what was going on. I assume they were afraid to sound vain, but here's the thing. It doesn't sound any kind of way. What sounds, what it sounds is like, you're trying to make sense of the way the world sees you, which actually isn't about you either. It's like, and yet acknowledge the privilege.1 (1h 8m 0s):So you're the first woman that we've talked to that has said, yeah, like I acknowledged like this got me into rooms, but I want to back it up instead of pretending that it doesn't exist. Right. Because,3 (1h 8m 12s):Because for anybody to lie, I, you know, I remember being, I remember being in a room and I was like, I was like, you're beautiful. And she was like, oh, I just am fat. And I'm like, come on. You know, I was like, come on, don't do it. Like it doesn't, it's, it's, it's so insulting to people that, that, that, that, like, let's be the thing I've tried to do is truly be objective about my work and, and who I like to. So you have to be objective about, like, I know what I look like. I know what I bring in, so what else do I add to it?3 (1h 8m 52s):And I it's something that I will never forget because, and after that, I know when we were very young, who is doing really, really well right now, and she is, you know, a self identified fat actress and like that, that is how she works in the world. And it's, she's, she's just phenomenal. But she was the daughter of a, of a beauty queen. Like her mother was a beautiful, beautiful woman. And she was like having to grow up with, you know, under, under someone that was beautiful. She's like I had to watch watching her age was one of the most painful things I could have ever witnessed because she was so used to being the most beautiful woman in the world, in the room.3 (1h 9m 42s):Like that was her identity was she didn't have to do too much else because she was the most beautiful woman in the room. And when she aged and those things started to fade it, she had sort of lost her identity. And that, that conversation has stuck with me for forever. I was like, don't ever be the person that, that your exterior is the only thing you have.2 (1h 10m 4s):Yeah. Well, I mean, I think it's awesome. I think it's fantastic that you acknowledge your beauty privilege, but I also acknowledge that there is a prison aspect to it too, or certainly when one is young, you know, where you can only be considered, you know, for a certain type of role, it can be just as limiting. And then if you go to that,3 (1h 10m 28s):Because of it, I mean, I I've been told, I lost I've lost roles where something is really, really, really excited about. And they were like, you're too, you are too classically attractive to be relatable. And I was like,2 (1h 10m 45s):Yeah,3 (1h 10m 46s):Being relatable is my jam. Right, right. What I worked so hard to do, I wouldn't be relatable. And I'm, you won't allow me out of that. And then of course, you know, I've got to sit back and I'm like, look, people have to face this kind of feedback on a completely dip. So, you know, I was like, then I mean that it sucked. And I, and I grieved that. I was like, but, but this is this industry that, and other people face that in tote for D for a myriad of different other reasons, they are told based off of how they look that they aren't right for the role. And I, I always knew that, but I was like, God, that sucks.1 (1h 11m 26s):And I'm thinking of like, yeah. And, and,3 (1h 11m 31s):And know it. And you don't want to tell anybody about it because no one, no one's going to be like, oh, that's horrible.1 (1h 11m 37s):Right. Right. I mean, it's this thing of you don't of course you don't want to, but I'm also just aware of like, like, I was obsessed with this whole story of Linda Evangelista who got face surgery, and then she finally showed her face and she looks fucking fine to me. Like, it's not about that. It's not about her face. It was about, it was no, no. I mean, literally it she's. I read the whole thing too. She, she calls herself deformed. She has like some fat that comes up over her bra3 (1h 12m 13s):Solidified. It's hard. Like, oh, that's true. Yeah. It's painful and hard. And,1 (1h 12m 20s):But the thing is like the, it is for me, what, what it brought forward was like from the outside, right outside, looking at Linda Evangelista, she's still one of the most beautiful people I've ever seen with her without her deformity. But it doesn't matter because she is not her identity was this model. Right. Which probably screwed her for life and also offered her privileges beyond my wildest dreams. Both are true. So I guess what it brings forward is like, everything about this journey is a combo fucking platter. You kinda have the privilege of beauty without also being in a prison.1 (1h 13m 1s):You cannot have the privilege of, you know, like for me, I kind of have the compassion that I have for humans. If I had not gone through what I had gone through as a child, especially an overweight child, like gum, it comes together. And I think we're so used to seeing people as, oh, that's Rebecca Spence. This is what she does. And this is how her life, it's not that way. And I think that's one of my life goals is to just show people through my writing and my work. Like this is a fucking combo platter. People like you don't get one way, like Linda Evangelista said, she feels like the most ugly person. And she acknowledged that she was a model and made millions of dollars doing it.1 (1h 13m 42s):So like, it's both, you're both, you're both things I give you permission. I give everyone permission to have both the prison and the privilege. I know it's not my job to do, but that's what I would wish on the world if I was running shit, which I'm not. So there we go. But anyway, that's my rant about you. I just really am focused on like asking women, especially like, what is it like, you know, especially as we get older to like change and it's a real3 (1h 14m 10s):Ego knock, I'm, you know, I'm not going to lie. I, I filmed something recently and I, my son went on, said, took a picture of the monitor and gave it to me. I was like, you know, I was like, oh shit. Okay.
My next guest is Aaron Gray, pastor for preaching and vision at Sound City Bible Church in Lynnwood, WA, which also happens to be where my family and I attend. Aaron has a real thirst for knowledge, high energy, and a perspective on life and the church that I wanted to peer into. Our conversation is broken up into three parts that I'll release over the next couple weeks. Part 1 is about Aaron's upbringing around church, becoming a pastor, and joining Mars Hill Church in the greater Seattle area in its last few years. Thanks for listening!
Recorded on 2.17.2022. This is the first GBW roundtable with Tyler Wells, Brad Estes and Aaron Gray. They talk about the importance of blockchain to Wyoming; what is blockchain and cryptocurrency? House Bill 106 introduced into the Wyoming legislature to decriminalize marijuana and the issues with Cheyenne area Rep. Zwonitzer and potential gerrymandering. Sign up for their newsletter: https://www.cryptonomicsnow.com/ Connect with us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gobewyo/ @gobewyo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/go-be-wyomingFacebook: @gobewyo Twitter: https://twitter.com/gobewyo @gobewyo Website: https://gobewyo.com/ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/go-be-wyoming/id1533087160 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7qmApcbAS9rVxjV8k6b7Px?si=bf0bcc2bd0524d9b #blockchain #cryptocurrency #gobewyo
Aaron Gray is a former student at La Salle Academy in his home state, Rhode Island. Instead of committing to college after his four years of high school, he took his talents to Springfield Common Wealth Academy and went prep for a year.He is currently a freshman at Southern New Hampshire University and is the leading scorer on his team with 17 points a game. He is an all around tremendous play, averaging 8 rebounds and nearly 2 steals as well. Aaron talks a lot about early life and what it was like playing basketball in Providence, Rhode Island, and what steps he needed to take in order to bring his playing career to the next level. Aaron Gray Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/showtimegray/Background Music- https://youtu.be/QfyAFxzknuw
This month Simba and Haley sit down with Jackals Wing and Round 2 Pick 14 draft pick Aaron Gray! They chat about his start in rugby, the draft process, and what he's looking forward to in Dallas. Join us this month on The Jackals Pod!
We are steadily chugging along here as we approach Draft Night, giving you all the info you need to know heading into it. Lots of other news and notes as well from around the rugby world that we get to in our newly branded segment "The Big Container" (still in the trial stages but...I kinda like it). Then, we finish things off with an awesome interview, Kutztown star and MLR draft prospect Aaron Gray sits down to talk with us about his game, how he's staying in shape, and how excited he is for draft night. Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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Feast your eyes and ears on a couple hours with Aaron Gray, the one man wrecking machine that is part Boston metal musician, part booking agent, part Boston promoter and talent buyer for legendary Boston venues like The Middle East. We go everywhere....even admitting to liking 311. Yup. It went there. Bands...this is a really important one to listen to, because Aaron has great wisdom if you want to get from opening for bands at your local spot to actually getting booked with a real tour booker and on major festivals. Also somebody admits to liking 311...in case we didn't mention it yet.Heavy Talenthttps://www.heavytalent.com/rosterGreystone Bookinghttps://www.facebook.com/grayskullbookingHepataguahttps://hepatagua.bandcamp.com/This Week's SubmissionsBumfuzzlehttps://bumfuzzle.bandcamp.com/track/desperationDrug Beardhttps://drugbeard.bandcamp.com/album/drug-beard-2Devastructionhttps://devastruction.bandcamp.com/album/space-force-oneDie Evilhttps://dieego.bandcamp.com/album/cultoNew Nobilityhttps://coronastealsbutmusicheals.bandcamp.com/album/corona-steals-but-music-heals-compilationBandcamp CurationHausu Mountain & Deathbomb Arc Artists in Collaborationhttps://hausumountain.bandcamp.com/album/arc-mountainBands! Submit one song (preferably from Bandcamp) to blyndsub@gmail.com and we'll try to cover it on another episode. Find us on social media @blyndsubmyshynz. If you like the podcast, subscribe, share it with your friend, or head over to our to watch the video version!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi_8QVmx1ggBQHGKln88UNwTheme song by Francis Anger RobertsLogo by Nick Fox
Check Out Anastatica's latest EP: https://theanastatica.bandcamp.com/Check out Bari Weiss's book, How To Fight Anti-Semitism: https://www.amazon.ca/How-Fight-Anti-Semitism-Bari-Weiss/dp/0593136055/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=bari+weiss&qid=1620946546&sr=8-1Bari's latest piece on the Israel/Palestine discussion: https://bariweiss.substack.com/p/the-bad-optics-of-fighting-for-your?r=bu2im&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&utm_source=copyCheck out Morrissey's album Low In High School: https://open.spotify.com/album/1beCGiP2LRkyDq6zmbyF6w?si=JoiK1bwQS3qdZ_U-JdHL0wMy Locals page: https://chuongnguyen.locals.com/ Get full access to Musically Speaking Podcast with Chuong Nguyen at musicallyspeaking.substack.com/subscribe
On this episode of TransMissions we look at some new Transformers Studio Series listings for 2022, Takara Tomy’s new Transformers collection on the way and we get a look at some SIEGE concept art from Aaron Gray. All this and much, much more on this episode of TransMissions! Check out our “Trips to the Store” video segment on YouTube! Order our TransMissions Exclusive Cover Variant of IDW’s Transformers Till All Are One #1! Want some TransMissions swag? Check out our online shop, powered by TeePublic! Like what we’re doing and want to help make our podcast even better? If you already support us, thank you! Show Notes: Donatreons! [01:19] Empire of Rust Episode 49 – Steel Haven For Some, Steel Trap For Others just came out this Monday May 10th! [01:37] Toy News [01:59] New Transformers Studio Series Listings for 2022 [02:01] Transformers Studio Series 86 Leader Class Slag In-Hand… Continue reading The post Episode 433 – SIEGE CONCEPTS appeared first on TransMissions Podcast Network.
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On this episode of TransMissions we look at some new Transformers Studio Series listings for 2022, Takara Tomy’s new Transformers collection on the way and we get a look at some SIEGE concept art from Aaron Gray. All this and much, much more on this episode of TransMissions! Check out our “Trips to the Store” video segment on YouTube! Order our TransMissions Exclusive Cover Variant of IDW’s Transformers Till All Are One #1! Want some TransMissions swag? Check out our online shop, powered by TeePublic! Like what we’re doing and want to help make our podcast even better? If you already support us, thank you! Show Notes: Donatreons! [01:19] Empire of Rust Episode 49 – Steel Haven For Some, Steel Trap For Others just came out this Monday May 10th! [01:37] Toy News [01:59] New Transformers Studio Series Listings for 2022 [02:01] Transformers Studio Series 86 Leader Class Slag In-Hand… Continue reading The post Episode 433 – SIEGE CONCEPTS appeared first on TransMissions Podcast Network.
Austin Dunston, Aaron Gray and Spencer Wright are back in the studio to yell at each other and analyze picks for the weekend as well as previous picks. The percentages are razor thin, and there may be a lead swap here soon! Be sure to leave a 5 star rating and review! Stay Common.
Austin Dunston and Aaron Gray go over their big time parlays and picks from last week as well as preview the Masters! Be sure to leave a like and subscribe to the Pod!
Austin Dunston, Aaron Gray and Spencer Wright finally bring you our 10-Team Parlays, because SPORTS BETTING IS HERE. We explain our wins and losses and hit on just how fun it is to bet. And of course, you regularly scheduled screaming. Leave a review and 5 Stars!
Austin Dunston, Spencer Wright and Aaron Gray do their weekly arguing over sports betting, the AGO mascot goes crazy and the loser does Karate. Next week will be a huge week for the boys, so don't miss it! Be sure to tune in and leave a 5 Star Rating!
Austin Dunston, Spencer Wright and Aaron Gray continue to yell at each other and laugh for 45 minutes straight all while giving out their sport betting picks for the weekend ahead!
Tune in to Austin Dunston, Aaron Gray and Spencer Wright going at each others picks for a solid 45 minutes. Hear our picks from last week as well as ours for the weekend ahead. Be sure to leave a review and a 5 star rating! Follow the boys one Twitter!
Austin Dunston and Aaron Gray are without the boy Spencer this week, but never fear, we have some locks this week......we think. We dive into this weeks picks as well as talking about how Vegas ALWAYS knows. Be sure to subscribe and tell your friends! Follow @TheCommonFan on Twitter and leave a 5 star review!
Crop rotation plays a key role in sustainable production practices. There are many factors for growers to consider in their short and long-term crop planning. Western Ag professional agrologist Edgar Hammermeister says long-term crop planning is necessary for pest management and soil health. Edgar will discuss the costs and benefits of crop choices based on a number of factors that impact agronomy and ultimately, long term profitability. The Saskatchewan Government said it will spend $4 billion in new irrigation infrastructure at Lake Diefenbaker, a project that has been in the discussion stage for decades. The province plans to spend $22.5 million for preliminary engineering and initial construction.Once in full operation an additional 500,000 acres will be irrigated which is double the current total. Saskatchewan Irrigation Projects Association board chair Aaron Gray is excited about the announcement. He will share plans and discuss the potential for economic growth from the province's biggest ever infrastructure project to date. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aaron Gray brings a uniquely individual style when it comes to capturing his photography. If you’ve followed his Instagram, you know his feed of models and scenes with a slight risque edge. We talk about why he chooses to only shoot film, what influenced his work and why music could be the next side project of his journey. Aaron's Instagram | Website ------- MAADE Radio explores the drive behind creative professionals, entrepreneurs and personalities. In each episode, we delve into the important questions - from what it takes to build a passion into a brand, to nurturing the balance between creativity and business. Hosted by Mayowa Adeniyi
Stay Safe. Stay Home and listen to this funky, soulful, disco-inspired, stylish house mix. TRACKLIST: 1. Choices – “Less Is More” 2. Mark Funk & Danny Cruz – “Superlovin’” 3. Alan Dixon – “Whatcha Gonna Do” 4. T. Williams ft Kelli-Leigh – “The Remedy” 5. Jimpster – “One” 6. Masaki Morii & Aaron Gray – “Sweetah” 7. Babert – “I Can’t Be You” 8. Vincent Caira – “12 Inches” 9. Dennis Cruz – “To Burn” 10. Michael Kiwanuka – “You Ain’t The Problem” (Claptone Remix)
Was geht im Linkkauf international, also im englischsprachigen Bereich eigentlich so ab? Darüber sprechen Ryan Stewart von der „growth focused marketing agency“ WEBRIS und Aaron Gray vom Linkmarktplatz No-BS. Was die Beiden da von sich geben, grenzt schon an ein sehr offenes Gespräch und Freunden und Kollegen auf einer Konferenz, was ich nach ca. 10+ Bier auch schon öfters hatte. Allerdings sind sie nüchtern, aber dennoch extrem offen. Sehr viele Learnings in dieser etwas lang geratenen Folge. Hier der Link zum Originalvideo: What's Working in Link Building Right NOW Viel Spaß dabei.
Matt is joined by Borelli to talk Spike and the Knicks, then Jon calls in from what sounds like a crowded restaurant to “save” the pod. •Spike Lee and the Knicks•Harden vs. Giannis vs. Incontinence•Zion’s place in the league•TAKE CITY: Sixers•Hlluminati: Morris Brothers•43:20 – 48:40 Get @me, Dog: Marko Jaric, Aaron Gray, Shelden Williams, D’Anthony Melton •48:40 – end Shout Outs and Beefs (Celtics, Collin Sexton, Skiing)Follow us on the Gram--https://www.instagram.com/thesuperhoopers/Like us on facebook:www.facebook.com/TheSuperHoopers/Rate us on iTunes:itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/super…d1053263719?mt=2Cop some Washed brand gear:www.teepublic.com/user/thesuperhoopers
Aaron Gray is the co founder of NOBS links, a marketplace where SEOs can purchase links from Aaron's outreach team. At the moment, NOBS is securing over 5,000 links per month. Aaron joined us to talk about recent tests they've been running, a peak behind the scenes for his 180 employee company and his biggest tips for what's working in link building right now.Support the show (https://ryanwashere.com)
Your favorite and most forgotten heavy heroes will be talked about once more. Eric, Zach, Wylie and Craig try to draft well ROUNDED teams to try and win the most categories with 250 eligible players to choose from. Whoever owns the most categories will win this draft. Categories are (Career total points, Rebounds, Assists, Steals, Blocks, coaches career wins, and the teams combined weight.) Players who are considered overweight or wide for their positions at any point in their careers are considered eligible. Please do not be offended by our heavy jokes. It's with all love and fun!
Aaron Gray Tribute- One this week's pod the boys give us thier thoughts on the reported chemistry issues on the Clippers. They breakdown can Philly stick with both Joel and Ben or a do they need to make a move. They react to the All star starters and predict the reserve's
Some days, it feels like we’re facing battles alone. But the truth is, God is always with us. And He shows His presence through the connections we have with others. Today’s guests share how cultivating strong friendships over time have transformed their lives. TV actor Jeremy Miller (best known as Ben Seaver on Growing Pains) and pediatric cardiologist Brandon Lane Phillips met when they were kids, and eventually, Brandon’s fight for Jeremy would end up saving his life. Indiana friends and contractors Josh Arnett and Aaron Gray were propelled to fame when they put aside their tools to record a spontaneous hymn of worship—and one Facebook video later, the viral singing sensations “The Singing Contractors” were born. With these stories, we remember that when we step outside our comfort zone and reach out to others, God can use those people and those moments for His purpose. Links, Products and Resources Mentioned: Sarah Young Jesus Calling Podcast Jesus Calling books Jesus Calling weekly prayer call NEW! Jesus Calling Magazine The Unfailing Kindness of Christ: Candace Cameron Buré and Kristin Fry Jeremy Miller & Brandon Lande Phillips When I Wished Upon a Star book IMDB: Jeremy Miller, ‘Ben Seaver on Growing Pains’ IMDB: Kirk Cameron IMDB: Alan Thicke Congenital Heart Defect Tetralogy of Fallot Starlight Children’s Foundation The Singing Contractors “How Great Thou Art” song “Working on a Building” CD Interview Quotes: “If I could go from my little town in Louisiana to meet these people in Hollywood, then as far as I was concerned, I could do anything.” - Brandon Lane Phillips “I started running from God. I wasn't angry at God, I was just ashamed. I knew I was doing everything wrong. I quit going to church. I quit praying. I quit everything. I just ran the other direction. And it was a miserable way to live, I can tell you that. “ - Jeremy Miller “My family, my faith, and my recovery are the center of my life every single day.” - Jeremy Miller “[I am] able to utilize all the hurts, all the problems, all the horrors that I went through in my addiction, and even growing up, to help others.” - Jeremy Miller “The fact that God gives us that opportunity to take that pain and those struggles and use them for something good and give them a purpose is such a blessing. And in my mind, it makes all of it worth it.” - Jeremy Miller “God's plan—good, bad, or indifferent as it's affecting our life at that moment—is exactly how He meant it to be. So wherever we are, whatever we're dealing with right now, at this moment, is exactly perfect.” - Jeremy Miller “What did Jesus do? He equipped the unequipped . . . I feel it's what He's doing with us. We're unequipped, but He's helping us every step we take.” - Aaron Gray, The Singing Contractors “What keeps us going is when we know that something as little as what we're doing can encourage somebody else—that encourages us to keep going and to keep pressing on. That's why we do it.” - Josh Arnett, The Singing Contractors “The ultimate friend and the ultimate encourager is Jesus himself.” - Josh Arnett, The Singing Contractors “When tools, beards, Jesus, and our music collide—it's fun to talk about the tools and beards and everything. But at the end of the day, we just want to uplift Jesus’ name.” - Aaron Gray, The Singing Contractors ________________________ Enjoy these videos on Jesus Calling YouTube channel: Audio podcast: https://bit.ly/2uCnNM0 Original Series video podcast: https://bit.ly/2WzFY0O ________________________ Connect with Jesus Calling Instagram Facebook Twitter Pinterest YouTube Jesus Calling Website
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Even if you see yourself as ordinary, God has blessed you with talents to use in extraordinary ways. Today’s guests—pastor Mark Eaton and The Singing Contractors duo, Josh Arnett and Aaron Gray—use their unique talents from God to reach others. #JesusCalling #JesusCallingPodcast #JesusCallingDevotional __________ ➤ Read “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young: http://bit.ly/JCgrayleathersoft ➤ Find out more about Mark Eaton’s ministry: http://eatonleadership.org ➤ Get The Singing Contractors’ new album “Workin’ on a Building”: https://www.thesingingcontractors.com/ __________ ➤ LIKE us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JesusCalling ➤ FOLLOW us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jesuscalling ➤ FOLLOW us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jesus_calling __________ ➤ SUBSCRIBE on iTunes: https://apple.co/2Pxa7eS ➤ LISTEN on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2E2C1vA ➤ LISTEN on iHEARTradio: https://ihr.fm/2CAakc4
It was a highlight to begin magic round between Gold Coast Titans and Cronulla Sharks with the Sharks coming from behind with two important tries from Aaron Gray before Captain Paul Gallen gets the final try of the night and wins it 26-18 at Suncorp. Here is how our team of Peter Psaltis, Scott Sattler, Brent Tate and Scott Prince saw this one.
Locked On Pelicans - Daily Podcast On The New Orleans Pelicans
Jake continues the deep dive into the Pelicans schedule and looks at the toughest stretches the team will face. And, based of yesterday's throwback question, he asks if you remember Aaron Gray. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Locked On Pelicans - Daily Podcast On The New Orleans Pelicans
Jake continues the deep dive into the Pelicans schedule and looks at the toughest stretches the team will face. And, based of yesterday's throwback question, he asks if you remember Aaron Gray. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On today's show, Ronnie Martin from Substance Church in Ashland, Ohio is sitting down with Aaron Gray from Sound City Bible Church in Seattle, Washington. Aaron's church planting story is pretty unique. They planted in the aftermath of Mars Hill Church closing its doors, and Aaron shares that story and the evidences of grace that came out of that hardship.
Dr. Gray is with MU Health Care. He talks about Friday Night Lights, a service of MU Health. It's a walk-in clinic to address sports injuries that occur during high school athletics.
In this weeks edition of The Podcast I sit down with University of Missouri's Dr. Aaron Gray and discuss ACL injury reduction. Dr. Gray shares with us his device and method for identifying risk factors for ACL injuries, where the idea came from, and where he hopes to see this project going forward. We also touch upon different aspects of return to play, and what other evaluations could be utilized to look for possible risk factors for these injures. ENJOY THE CONTENT? THEN YOU SHOULD CHECK OUT THE STRENGTH COACH NETWORK! You can find sensational content just like this in The Strength Coach Network. As a member of The Strength Coach Networks, you can access over 200 hours of the highest-level lecture content just like this one for 48 hours for only $1. Follow the link below to sign up and use the code CVASPS at check out to get a 48 hour trial for only $1. Check out The Strength Coach Network Here! https://strengthcoachnetwork.com/cvasps/ #StrengthCoach, #StrengthAndConditioningCoach, #Podcast, #LearningAtLunch, #TheSeminar, #SportsTraining, #PhysicalPreparation, #TheManual, #SportTraining, #SportPerformance, #HumanPerformance, #StrengthTraining, #SpeedTraining, #Training, #Coach, #Performance, #Sport, #HighPerformance, #VBT, #VelocityBasedTraining, #TriphasicTraining, #Plyometrics
This week on the Market Watch podcast Storm football manager Frank Ponissi joins Brett Kimmorley and the boys to talk succession planning, as well as the next steps for Souths after Dylan Walker and Aaron Gray were hospitalised. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Did the Detroit Pistons overpay for Jodie Meeks? Can D.J. Augustin overtake Brandon Jennings for the starting job? Does Caron Butler have anything left? Will Spencer Dinwiddie play as a rookie? Sean Corp, Ben Gulker and Matt Watson discuss those questions plus the futures of Cartier Martin and Aaron Gray in the second episode of the Detroit Bad Boys Podcast, dedicated to discussing the Pistons' free agent and draft. Come for the conversation about the future, stay for Ben blaspheming Detroit's past. Plus, a special call out to our favorite FanPost of the week. Some relevant links mentioned in the podcast: Sean Corp: Jodie Meeks got paid, but didn't get overpaid Arturo Galletti at Boxscore Geeks: NBA Draft Preview and NBA Draft Grades Isiah Thomas shot 28.8 percent from 3-point land in 1983 ... and finished second in the league DBB reader ghost of Dumars' FanPost: Dennis Rodman may deserve another rebounding record Read more about the Detroit Pistons at DetroitBadBoys.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Did the Detroit Pistons overpay for Jodie Meeks? Can D.J. Augustin overtake Brandon Jennings for the starting job? Does Caron Butler have anything left? Will Spencer Dinwiddie play as a rookie? Sean Corp, Ben Gulker and Matt Watson discuss those questions plus the futures of Cartier Martin and Aaron Gray in the second episode of the Detroit Bad Boys Podcast, dedicated to discussing the Pistons' free agent and draft. Come for the conversation about the future, stay for Ben blaspheming Detroit's past. Plus, a special call out to our favorite FanPost of the week. Some relevant links mentioned in the podcast: Sean Corp: Jodie Meeks got paid, but didn't get overpaid Arturo Galletti at Boxscore Geeks: NBA Draft Preview and NBA Draft Grades Isiah Thomas shot 28.8 percent from 3-point land in 1983 ... and finished second in the league DBB reader ghost of Dumars' FanPost: Dennis Rodman may deserve another rebounding record Read more about the Detroit Pistons at DetroitBadBoys.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Did the Detroit Pistons overpay for Jodie Meeks? Can D.J. Augustin overtake Brandon Jennings for the starting job? Does Caron Butler have anything left? Will Spencer Dinwiddie play as a rookie? Sean Corp, Ben Gulker and Matt Watson discuss those questions plus the futures of Cartier Martin and Aaron Gray in the second episode of the Detroit Bad Boys Podcast, dedicated to discussing the Pistons' free agent and draft. Come for the conversation about the future, stay for Ben blaspheming Detroit's past. Plus, a special call out to our favorite FanPost of the week. Some relevant links mentioned in the podcast: Sean Corp: Jodie Meeks got paid, but didn't get overpaid Arturo Galletti at Boxscore Geeks: NBA Draft Preview and NBA Draft Grades Isiah Thomas shot 28.8 percent from 3-point land in 1983 ... and finished second in the league DBB reader ghost of Dumars' FanPost: Dennis Rodman may deserve another rebounding record Read more about the Detroit Pistons at DetroitBadBoys.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Solarstone presents Solaris International + the Deep Blue Radio Show Archive
Solarstone presents 2 hours of upfront eclectic dance music, featuring an exclusive guest mix from Aaron Gray
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