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The Washington Nationals are entering the 2026 season with a young core and a brand new front office philosophy. In this episode of Nats Minutecast, we break down bold predictions for the Nationals including CJ Abrams possibly leading the team in home runs, James Wood's strikeout problem, Harry Ford's Rookie of the Year chances, and why the Nationals bullpen might surprise people in 2026. Plus, what the new coaching staff under Blake Butera is doing differently this spring. Available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hello! Emilie here. For most of my adult life, Lizzy Goodman's Meet Me In the Bathroom has been the only definitive book about the New York music scene of my youth. The trouble is that a lot of important stuff happened alongside and after that, particularly across the river in Brooklyn. So, thank God for Ronen Givony. The founder of longtime concert series Wordless Music and former Le Poisson Rouge booker braved the wilds of the publishing industry to bring us the first comprehensive history of the Brooklyn music scene: Us vs. Them: The Age of Indie Music and a Decade in New York (out now via Abrams).Us vs. Them traces the years 2004 to 2014 and a wide cast of artists and other characters, some familiar, many not. But part of the point is to look past the usual suspects to talk about the lesser-known artists and promoters who built the scene, often with their very own hands. The book traces how Bush-era political dissatisfaction, cheap rents, and digital technology gave rise to one of those uniquely fertile cultural moments in music history that only come around every so often—you know, where great gigs felt endless, scenes felt possible, and you and your friends were the ones making it happen.Ronen joins us to discuss what it was like to chronicle a scene that, unlike the Manhattan scene of the Strokes, the Yeah Yeah Yeahs, and Interpol, was geographically far-flung and features a lot of characters who never became household names or whose careers have been lost to time. We also get into what conditions made it possible for north Brooklyn to become home to a creative ecosystem that, in Ronen's words, “existed for a reason other than profit” and its complicated relationship to commerce, the media, and selling out. And we talk about what this history teaches us about how we might go about fostering culture in New York—and cities like it—today.Ronen was also kind enough to make us a playlist featuring artists from the book. Cue it up for a great companion listen to the episode.Buy Us vs. ThemFollow Us vs. Them on Substack and Instagram This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theculturejournalist.substack.com/subscribe

You won't see Stacey Abrams's name on a ballot this year, but you will see her impact. As Trump gears up to take desperate measures to avoid getting clobbered in the midterms, Abrams is mobilizing voters to counter the president. She and Harry talk through Trump's plays thus far: seizing election records, pushing legislation that strips voting rights from millions, and sowing doubt. In response, Abrams lays out a program of ten things any American can do to help stop the country's slide toward Trumpian tyranny. Mentioned in this episode: Abrams's newest book: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/697037/coded-justice-by-stacey-abrams/  Abrams's podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/assembly-required-with-stacey-abrams/id1760004996  Abrams's piece in the Guardian: https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2025/oct/22/us-black-history-dei Abrams's 10 steps: https://10stepscampaign.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pat Abrams from Jacaranda Financial joins Denis Walter while Joel Harty is away. Catch the segment live at 8.40pm each week or grab the podcast here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the Action Movie Guys Podcast, Alex and Nate revisit Mission: Impossible III (2006). Directed by J.J. Abrams, this third installment raises the stakes with intense action, emotional storytelling, and one of the franchise's most memorable villains.From the explosive set pieces to Philip Seymour Hoffman's chilling performance as Owen Davian, the guys break down why this film marked a major turning point for the Mission: Impossible series. Does it still hold up today, and where does it rank among the other missions? Tune in as Alex and Nate dive into all the action and intrigue.

Sunday Evening March 1, 2026

The ForceCast is BACK!!This week, Ryan and Brad discuss the new trailer for Mando and Grogu.They end the show discussing a new article about Disney and their new era of leadership.

Listen below or click here for full show notes Main Mission, Part 1 Star Trek: Starfleet AcademySeason 1, Episode 7“Ko’Zeine”Written by Alex Taub & Eric Anthony GloverDirected by Andi Armaganian Subspace Chatter Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Season 2 Wraps Filming! – Trek Central Land The Shuttlecraft Galileo by Brian Mix — Kickstarter Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Showrunners on Deep Space Nine Star Trek Finally Closes a Plot Hole That's Haunted The Original Series 59 Years Later The twelve newly announced ships joining the collection include: The Texas-class USS Aledo from Lower Decks The android-manned Synth attack ship from Picard The USS Damocles, the Klingon-constructed false Federation starship from Strange New Worlds The USS Athena from Starfleet Academy A one-nacelled Freedom-class variant of the USS Cerritos The classic Shuttlecraft Galileo from The Original Series The USS Kelcie Mae from Strange New Worlds An XL-sized model of the USS Cerritos with its hull removed The Nova Flyer vessel from Prodigy The USS Adventure from Strange New Worlds A Gorn Hunter ship from Strange New Worlds An XL-sized USS Protostar featuring a deployed proto-warp drive Fanhome Announces Expansion to STAR TREK STARSHIPS Collection, with Additions from STARFLEET ACADEMY, STRANGE NEW WORLDS, and More Quick mention of the Warner Bros., Netflix, Paramount continuing saga article. Here are links to 83 additional stories.broken out by series, movies and other categories. You’ll find articles on everything from How Lucille Ball Saved Star Trek to the 1980’s attempt to make a Starfleet Academy movie.. CLASSIC TV SERIES (in order of premiere) Star Trek: The Original Series (1966 – 1969) [3 seasons] The Original Drafts for Star Trek’s Opening Narration – Neatorama How Lucille Ball Saved ‘Star Trek’ But Lost Her Studio (Exclusive) | Woman’s World Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987 – 1994) [7 seasons] Michael Dorn almost quit Star Trek The Next Generation after just two seasons in the role of Worf – 3DVF Why ‘Star Trek' Star Couldn't Sleep While Playing His Iconic Role – Parade Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (1993 – 1999) [7 seasons] Star Trek: Deep Space Nine Was Inspired By This Hit ’50s Western Series Star Trek: Voyager (1995 – 2001) [7 seasons] ‘Star Trek' Icon, 72, Admits His Character’s Beloved Trait Was a ‘Mistake’ Star Trek: Enterprise (2001 – 2005) [4 seasons] Why Star Trek Bosses Were Afraid Scott Bakula Would Pass On Enterprise Until The Last Minute Why Was Star Trek: Enterprise Cancelled and Can It Be Revived? – Cancelled Sci Fi STREAMING SERIES AND MOVIES (in order of premiere) Star Trek: Discovery (2017 – 2024) [5 seasons] Star Trek: Discovery Cancellation Was Surprising, Says Mary Wiseman Star Trek: Strange New Worlds (2022 – present) [4th and 5th seasons] Jonathan Frakes On Directing Jack Quaid’s Hilarious ‘Riker Maneuver’ In Star Trek Crossover Star Trek: Starfleet Academy [2026 – present] [renewed for second season] REVIEW – Star Trek: Starfleet Academy “Come, Let’s Away” – Trek Central ‘Starfleet Academy’ Decides Everyone Needs a Harsh Lesson Star Trek’s Divisive New Series Just Proved The Doubters Wrong Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Episode 6 Review – Come, Let's Away | Den of Geek Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Episode 6 Review – Return to the Miyazaki! – IGN Has ‘Star Trek: Starfleet Academy’ just unleashed its very own Khan? | Space Star Trek Finally Reveals Voyager’s Official Replacement – ComicBook.com Star Trek’s New TV Series is Changing the Galaxy More Than Any Other Show Before It – ComicBook.com Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Proves Just How Influential Spock Truly Was Did Starfleet Academy nail its ‘love letter’ to Star Trek: DS9? After Starfleet Academy’s DS9 Episode, I Know How The Star Trek Series Could Bring Back A Legacy Character | Cinemablend I Was Surprised At How Real Star Trek: Starfleet Academy's Mind Space Was, But The Stars Said It Had A Funny Downside Starfleet Academy Finally Finds The Sweet Spot For Storytelling Starfleet Academy Can Succeed Where Every Other New Star Trek Series Has Failed NickALive!: The Cadets Return Home for the Holidays in New ‘Star Trek: Starfleet Academy’ Episode ‘Ko'Zeine’ | First Look Star Trek's Epic New Klingon Villain Return Officially Addressed by Star – ComicBook.com Starfleet Academy Episode 7 “Ko’Zeine” Pits Ambition Against Family Duty as Cadets Return Home + 10 New Photos – TREKNEWS.NET | Your daily dose of Star Trek news and opinion Star Trek: Starfleet Academy’s Hidden Connection To Chris Pine’s Captain Kirk Star Trek Officially Confirms a Major Klingon Theory (& Sets Up a New Problem) – ComicBook.com Paramount+'s Unexpected Sci-Fi Hit Officially Wraps Season 2 Very Soon [Exclusive] Interview — STAR TREK: STARFLEET ACADEMY's George Hawkins on His “Fishboy” Alter Ego, Cadet Darem Reymi – TrekCore.com ‘Star Trek’ Star Says He Was ‘Scared' to Play His Groundbreaking Role — Here's Why Star Trek: DS9 actor was ‘amazing’ to work with on Starfleet Academy Starfleet Academy Episode 7: One Wedding and a Burglary Star Trek: Starfleet Academy’s George Hawkins Admitted Darem’s Episode Made One ‘Brutal’ Change ‘Starfleet Academy’ Gives Its Kids (and Itself) the Grace to Find Their Own Path 61 Years Later, Star Trek Is Taking A New Approach To The Captain Kirk Question 33 Years Later, Star Trek Just Released a Secret Sequel to a Classic Next Generation Episode – ComicBook.com Healing Old Wounds and New Beginnings in Starfleet Academy Episode 8 “The Life of the Stars” + 17 New Photos – TREKNEWS.NET | Your daily dose of Star Trek news and opinion ‘Star Trek: Starfleet Academy’ Fan Backlash Explained | The Mary Sue ‘Star Trek: Starfleet Academy’: Bella Shepard Reveals How Genesis’ Setback Just Set up Season 2 33 Years On, Star Trek Officially Reverses a Decision The Next Generation Admitted Was a Mistake – ComicBook.com Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Actors Wrao Season 2 Filming: Impact On Paramount+ Franchise As ‘Star Trek’ Nears 60, Showrunners Say It Must ‘Bring Something Back’—Here's What They Mean – Parade Star Trek: Discovery’s Captain Burnham Creates Dilemma For Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Star Trek returns to Top 10 charts on Friday the 13th (& Paul Giamatti seems to be why) New 88% RT Star Trek Show Gets Exciting Season 2 Update STAR TREK: STARFLEET ACADEMY Gives VOYAGER’s Doctor New Role – Nerdist Alex Kurtzman Learned to Put the Stars of ‘Starfleet Academy’ in Danger From an Unlikely Source Unannounced “Star Trek: United” A Star Trek Producer Has A Perfect Idea To Bring Back Captain Archer Trek series that never were, for one reason or another, [such as “Phase II”] ‘Star Trek Phase II’: The Lost ’70s Series That Shaped the Franchise | Woman’s World THEATRICAL MOTION PICTURES (in order of premiere) Star Trek: Generations (1994) Tom Hanks Nearly Changed the Best Star Trek Movie Ever Made Star Trek (2009) Starfleet Academy subtly pays homage to J.J. Abrams’ Star Trek (2009) Star Trek into Darkness (2013) Star Trek Into Darkness Director J.J. Abrams Has One Big Regret About The Sequel Karl Urban’s Script Critique Led To One Of Star Trek Into Darkness’ Funniest LinesTrek movies that never were, for one reason or another, [such as Tarantino’s movie] The Lost ‘Star Trek’ Starfleet Academy Movie: An Inside Look (Exclusive) | Woman’s World The Lost 1970s ‘Star Trek' Movie That Almost Changed Spock Forever | Woman’s World OTHER MEDIAStar Trek video games/board games Everything We Know About Star Trek: Across the Unknown – Trek Central NickALive!: Star Trek: Voyager – Across the Unknown | Personal Log: Tom Paris | English | Daedalic Entertainment Ezri Dax returns to Star Trek Online to face a Lovecraftian threat Star Trek toys/collectibles/other merchandise Nacelle Showcases STAR TREK Action Figure Paint Masters, Holodeck, TOS Bridge Playset, and More at Toy Fair 2026 – TrekCore.com Star Trek Comics/graphic novels/magazines After 37 Years, Star Trek Makes Its Biggest Starfleet Retcon Yet With the Borg NickALive!: Star Trek: Starfleet Academy–Lost Contact Trailer | IDWPublishing Ensign’s Log: Nyota Uhura shines on in STAR TREK: DEVIATIONS – THREADS OF DESTINY #1 REVIEW – Star Trek: Deviations – Threads of Destiny – Trek Central The Future of ‘Star Trek’ Comics Is Ready for a New Next Generation (Exclusive) IDW Launching Two New STAR TREK Comic Series in September, Additional CELEBRATIONS One-Shots, and More! – TrekCore.com MISCELLANEOUS Franchise-wide/Miscellaneous Star Trek: Everything We NOW Know About The Lost Era Star Trek: 10 Episodes That Are UNWATCHABLE Now 28 Memorable ‘Star Trek’ Crossovers Across 60 Years | Woman’s World ‘Star Trek Next Generation’ Cast Then and Now: 35 Years Later | Woman’s World 10 Worst Star Trek Ship Designs, Ranked ‘Star Trek: Starfleet Academy' wants you to flash the Vulcan salute at Pier 39 Some Star Trek Fans Complain About The Franchise's Direction, But I Need To Hit Back After Watching Final Frontier For The First Time | Cinemablend The Kelvin Timeline's Lasting Legacy: How Abrams’ Star Trek Trilogy Shaped the Franchise's Streaming Era – TREKNEWS.NET | Your daily dose of Star Trek news and opinion Convention news/fandom Star Trek celebrates 60 years with star-studded cruise – CBS News The Lost Story That United the Original ‘Star Trek’ and ‘Doctor Who’ | Woman’s World How ‘Star Trek' Fans Saved the Show With a Million Letters (EXCLUSIVE) | Woman’s World Actor Watch STAR TREK: VOYAGER's Captain Janeway Defends STARFLEET ACADEMY's Captain Ake From Online Trolls Beam Me Up, Sulu Directors on Star Trek’s Ongoing Cultural Relevance Leonard Nimoy | All Star Trek James Doohan Military Service: ‘Star Trek’ Scotty’s Secret D-Day Story | Woman’s WorldPassings ‘Star Trek' Actor John Wheeler Dead at 95 Main Mission, Part 2 Star Trek: Starfleet AcademySeason 1, Episode 8“The Life of the Stars”Written by Gaia Violo & Jane MaggsDirected by Andi Armaganian Our Town 2003 Broadway Production Paul Newman as Stage Manager – YouTube Time to refill the dilithium chamber and warp on out of here! End Of Show It’s about time to refill the dilithium chamber and get on out of here. Find Clinton at Comedy4Cast Find Chuck and Kreg at Technorama Podcast If you liked the show, please be sure to tell a friend about it. And subscribe, so you’ll never miss an episode. We’d love to hear from you. Follow us on BlueSky (@thetopicistrek), visit our Facebook page or call us at 816-TREKKER, that’s (816) 873-5537 Until next time, on behalf of my absent co-hosts, Chuck, Kreg and myself, and my special guest, Gary, I’m Clinton, thanking you for listening. And, as we always say here on “The Topic Is Trek” Don’t put on the red shirt! END RECORDING – HAILING FREQUENCIES CLOSED

In this episode of the IndyCast, Harrison Ford hums the Indy theme, Official IndyCast correspondent Mitch Hallock returns for a look at meeting celebrities, Indiana Mic is back with legendary hat-maker John Penman, Indy debuts on the Switch 2 and lots more.

Unmasked was a live event discussing the roles we learned to play just to feel safe. We spoke about why we create masks to belong, to avoid rejection, to survive. At one point they protected us. At some point they started shrinking us. We explored how masks help us function but also keep us disconnected from our real selves. The goal isn't to become loud it's to become aligned. You remove the mask in small, honest moments, not dramatic declarations. Freedom begins the second you stop performing and start telling the truth.

Wednesday February 25, 2026

Hello and welcome back to another episode of B Bin Horror! On this week's episode we talk about the 2008 Found Footage/Horror film, Cloverfield. Cloverfield was written by Drew Goddard, directed by Matt Reeves and produced by Bryan Burk and J.J. Abrams. The film stars Lizzy Caplan, Jessica Lucas, T.J. Miller, Michael Stahl-David, Mike Vogel and Odette Yustman. On this week's episode we talk about the film and the ARG that came before its release, we give our theory on the creature and we talk about how to survive being impaled by rebar. If you like what you hear please follow us on Instagram and Facebook @bbinhorror. You can also send us emails at bbinhorror@gmail.com and please don't forget to subscribe to B Bin Horror on whatever podcast platform you listen on! *B Bin Horror theme music - "Uprising" by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio*

We conclude our Star Wars season with 2019's The Rise of Skywalker, J.J. Abrams' second stab at the franchise having kicked off the sequel trilogy with The Force Awakens 4 years prior.Where the latter was an exercise in replaying familiar hits, Episode IX was all about course correction after the split fan reaction to The Last Jedi. Kylo Ren has his mask back, force ghost Luke likes his light sabre again and Palpatine is back. Somehow.But is the magic back? Contrary to Luke's declaration in The Last Jedi, I'm afraid this one is going to go the way you think.Join the Redshirt Cinema Club! Support us at patreon.com/redshirtcinemaclub to receive two bonus episodes every month as well as our newsletter, The Civilian Observer.You can also follow us at x.com/redshirtcinema, and get in touch at redshirtcinemaclub@gmail.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kultovní hlášky, ještě kultovnější děda Komárek, nejlepší zedník v kraji pan Lorenc a všechny radosti a strasti chalupaření v nestárnoucí pecce Ladislava Smoljaka, Zdeňka Svěráka a Jiřího Menzela. Jak spolu vycházely tyhle legendy na place? Je dobré mít dvojdomek s nejlepším kamarádem? Je děda Komárek zenový mistr? A kdo byl jeho skutečný předobraz? A kdo ve skutečnosti prohlásil slavné „chčije a chčije?“ MovieZone Live ŽIVĚ: 12. března budeme v brněnském planetáriu: https://www.brnoid.cz/cs/hvezdarna-vstupenky?e=31991 A hned po tom Abramsův Star Trek:  https://www.brnoid.cz/cs/hvezdarna-vstupenky?e=31992 MovieZone Extended Universe:  Web: https://www.moviezone.cz FB: https://www.facebook.com/moviezonecz IG: https://www.instagram.com/moviezonecz CSFD: https://www.csfd.cz/film/688751-moviezone-live-special HeroHero: https://herohero.co/moviezonelive Merch: https://www.blu-shop.cz/moviezone-merch/ Kniha Devadesátky ve filmu: https://www.xyz.cz/tituly/92360411/devadesatky-ve-filmu/ Kniha Encyklopedie sci-fi filmu: https://www.albatrosmedia.cz/tituly/92065999/encyklopedie-sci-fi-filmu/ #moviezone #moviezonecz #mzlive

In partnership with RENDR Festival and supported by the National Talent Academy for VFX, we are delighted to present the first in a very special speaker series.Recorded on location at RENDR 2026 in Banana Block Belfast, we caught up with Emmy and Visual Effects Society award-winning VFX Supervisor Jay Worth, whose impressive list of credits includes Westworld, Lost, Fringe, Alias, Person of Interest, The Magicians and Fallout. In this in-depth conversation, he discusses his transition from theatre to VFX, creatively collaborating with J.J. Abrams, and building the beautiful worlds that he's most proud of.Listen now on SoundCloud, Apple, Spotify, Acast and Amazon, or subscribe to Film Ireland wherever you get your podcasts.This series of talks was recorded in The Spinners Mill Studio, a podcast and DJ studio based in Banana Block offering tailored solutions for DJ sessions, small-scale events and podcasting from concept to final distribution.Read more about this episode here:https://www.filmireland.net/podcast-in-conversation-with-vfx-supervisor-jay-worth-westworld-fallout/Jay WorthJay Worth is an Emmy and Visual Effects Society award winner who began his career in 1997 at Digital Domain. He fell in love working on episodic television in 2005 on Alias. He has had the privilege of collaborating with Jonah Nolan and Kilter films as well as J.J. Abrams and Bad Robot throughout his career. He has worked on over 500 episodes of television such as Westworld, Lost, Fringe, Alias, Person of Interest, The Magicians and Fallout. He has won an Emmy for his work on Westworld as well as collecting 9 other nominations spanning 7 different shows - along with winning a Visual Effects Society award for Fringe and collecting 11 additional nominations.RENDR FESTIVALThis is a unique event celebrating creative craft and artistry in a fully immersive two-day festival exploring the space between Creativity and Technology. Ignite your imagination with inspiring speakers from the worlds of Film, Gaming, Animation, Immersive, and more! Learn from the best, with 30+ creatives from the likes of Netflix, Pixar, Walt Disney Studios and Epic Games among others. Witness creative uses of new technology, explore the gallery of digital art, chow down at the food village or play in the arcade. You will be transported to the future, and provide you with unforgettable and inspirational nights. Like nothing you have experienced before, our unique combination is guaranteed to provide two nights you can't miss. Come for the talks, stay for the experience!National Talent Academy for Visual EffectsAs the newest of the Academies, the National Talent Academy for VFX provides support and opportunities for anyone interested in a career in VFX. Launched in 2024, the National Talent Academy for VFX is an initiative of Fis Eireann/Screen Ireland, managed by Cultural & Creative Industries Skillnet. Their mission is to transform aspiring VFX artists into industry-ready professionals while providing ongoing upskilling opportunities for current talent. Through comprehensive courses and programmess, we introduce participants to best practices both locally and globally, creating clear pathways and solidifying Ireland's reputation as a premier destination for VFX. The National Talent Academy for VFX is dedicated to attracting individuals from diverse backgrounds and disciplines, fostering greater awareness of VFX as a viable and exciting career choice. Learn more about the work they do here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Washington Nationals are almost done with workouts in West Palm Beach, and the intensity is rising as Grapefruit League games begin. In this episode of the Nats MinuteCast, we break down why Cade Cavalli's live batting practice session against James Wood and CJ Abrams is a major storyline for the 2026 season. Is Cavalli ready to lock in a permanent rotation spot? What did we learn from his pitch sequencing and command against the Nationals' top young stars? And why is manager Blake Butera publicly challenging CJ Abrams to become an All-Star again? We also dive into the new high-tech approach at camp, including game-like breaking ball pitching machines, and what that says about the Nationals' evolving philosophy under the new regime. Plus, a preview of split-squad action featuring Jake Eder, Shinnosuke Ogasawara, and Drew Smith as exhibition games officially begin. If you're looking for the latest Washington Nationals spring training news, CJ Abrams updates, Cade Cavalli analysis, and 2026 Nats roster battles — this episode has you covered. Support our sponsor Looking for a high-protein snack that actually tastes amazing? Check out Righteous Felon — a family-owned brand making jerky from premium, pasture-raised Black Angus beef, free of hormones and antibiotics. With bold flavors like O.G. Hickory, keto-friendly and gluten-free options, and 10 grams of protein per serving, it's the perfect fuel for your podcast adventures. Use promo code MINUTECAST for 15% off at righteousfelon.com/?ref=MINUTECAST and snack smarter today! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Wednesday February 18, 2026

Sunday Evening February 15, 2026

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with different viewpoints about ICE immigration enforcement efforts in the country. First on the show is Cameron Abrams, policy analyst for Next Generation Texas at the Texas Public Policy Foundation. Later, we hear from Ilya Somin, B. Kenneth Simon Chair in Constitutional Studies at the Cato Institute, and a professor of law at George Mason University. You can find Cameron on X @CameronSAbrams and Ilya at @IlyaSomin. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The ForceCast is BACK!!This week, Ryan and Brad discuss the Super Bowl Spot for The Mandalorian and Grogu and if it helped or hurt the campaign to get people to see this movie.Then, the guys revisit Solo A Star Wars Story and see if there are any similarities to Mando and Grogu. They travel back to 2018 to revisit the build up and release.

Stacey Abrams has published more than a dozen books over the last 25 years. Those include thrillers, romance novels, children’s books and political memoirs and manifestos. That would be a full career for most people, but Stacey Abrams seems to have more energy than most people.   While she has always been a writer, she has also been a tax attorney, a Georgia state lawmaker, the minority leader of the Georgia House of Representatives and the first Black woman in U.S. history to become the gubernatorial nominee of a major political party.   Abrams has launched multiple nonprofit organizations and for-profit companies, with a longstanding focus on voter registration and voter’s rights. Her new book is “Coded Justice.” She spoke with “Think Out Loud” host Dave Miller in front of an audience at the 2025 Portland Book Festival.  

In this Badlands Media Special Coverage, President Trump delivers a Valentine's Day address at Fort Bragg, celebrating the men and women of the U.S. Army and honoring military families for their sacrifice and service. He highlights record-breaking recruitment numbers, renewed military investment including new Abrams tanks, helicopters, and battleships, and a trillion-dollar commitment to strengthening the armed forces. The President reflects on Operation Midnight Hammer targeting Iran's nuclear facilities, the capture of Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro, rising NATO defense contributions, and what he describes as restored American strength on the world stage. He also discusses economic milestones, border security efforts, and his continued focus on “peace through strength.” A high-energy rally atmosphere rounds out the event as the President reaffirms his support for the military and America First priorities.

Leila Sales wears many hats. She is the author of eight critically acclaimed novels for children and young adults, including This Song Will Save Your Life and Once Was a Time. Leila is also the editor of award-winning and bestselling fiction and nonfiction books for readers of all ages. Most recently, she is Editorial Director at Kar-Ben Publishing, an imprint of Lerner Publishing Group. Leila has also managed classic children's publishing properties including Corduroy, Angelina Ballerina, Ferdinand, The Snowy Day, and others. In our wonderfully candid interview we discuss her new role at Kar-Ben and her wish list, her own career as an author, and what makes a great picture book. We also discuss her recent book, The Museum of Lost and Found (illustrated by Jacqueline Li, Abrams, 2023). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

One Piece is now free online. Abrams has announced a new book from Derf Backderf. Vertigo's Bleeding Hearts gets a second printing.SUBSCRIBE ON RSS, APPLE, SPOTIFY, OR THE APP OF YOUR CHOICE. FOLLOW US ON BLUESKY, INSTAGRAM, TIKTOK, AND FACEBOOK. SUPPORT OUR SHOWS ON PATREON.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Leila Sales wears many hats. She is the author of eight critically acclaimed novels for children and young adults, including This Song Will Save Your Life and Once Was a Time. Leila is also the editor of award-winning and bestselling fiction and nonfiction books for readers of all ages. Most recently, she is Editorial Director at Kar-Ben Publishing, an imprint of Lerner Publishing Group. Leila has also managed classic children's publishing properties including Corduroy, Angelina Ballerina, Ferdinand, The Snowy Day, and others. In our wonderfully candid interview we discuss her new role at Kar-Ben and her wish list, her own career as an author, and what makes a great picture book. We also discuss her recent book, The Museum of Lost and Found (illustrated by Jacqueline Li, Abrams, 2023). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nate Powell announces new graphic novel. Ultimate Endgame hit with delays. Abrams will rerelease a Marvel calendar from 1977.SUBSCRIBE ON RSS, APPLE, SPOTIFY, OR THE APP OF YOUR CHOICE. FOLLOW US ON BLUESKY, INSTAGRAM, TIKTOK, AND FACEBOOK. SUPPORT OUR SHOWS ON PATREON.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

"This will begin to make things right."As first lines go, this is powerful stuff. An acknowledgement that what came before wasn't up to scratch. A promise that what you're about to see will bring back the old magic. But does The Force Awakens deliver where it counts? J. J. Abrams is the man with the seemingly impossible task, fresh from reviving (and then killing?) the Star Trek movie franchise, his first film in the new trilogy introduces new characters, revisits old ones, and has an evil base the size of 10 Death Stars. What more could a Star Wars fan want?Admittedly it's tough to watch this film over 10 years later without the following two movies constantly invading your mind like some kind of insidious Force Power, but that's what we've tried to do; watch The Force Awakens with fresh eyes, before conjuring equally fresh opinions. Ready to take the plunge alongside us? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sunday Evening February 1, 2026

After decades in business, many interior designers reach a quiet crossroads: Is this as good as it gets? In this thoughtful, grounded conversation, Kimberley Seldon sits down with Michael Abrams and Gina Valenti to explore what it really looks like to evolve a design firm after 25 years—without chasing trends or reinventing yourself for attention. Michael and Gina share how experience becomes a competitive advantage when paired with clarity, alignment, and intention. From earning partnership and planning succession to protecting your reputation and learning to say no without apology, this episode offers a real-world roadmap for designers who are successful—but restless. If you're thinking about what's next for your firm, your role, or your legacy, this episode gives you both permission and practical insight to design a future that can truly carry you forward. What You'll Learn in this episode: - Why rebranding later in your career can be a strategic advantage - How partnership is earned—not granted—inside a mature design firm - What healthy disagreement looks like in long-standing professional relationships - Why trust, not talent, is the true currency with clients - How to spot red flags before they cost you time, money, or sanity - Why saying no protects your brand more than saying yes ever could

with @zcabrams @rhackettWhat happens when money moves 10x — or 100x — faster than it does today?In this episode, Zach Abrams, cofounder and CEO of Bridge (now part of Stripe), lays out a bold vision for the future of money: a world where stablecoins become the dominant payment rail, most transactions happen between non-human agents, and entirely new financial infrastructure is required to keep up.Zach explains why stablecoins are the next evolution of fintech, much like credit cards were decades ago — and why we're still in the very early innings. We dig into agentic payments, AI-to-AI commerce, micro-transactions on the open internet, and what Stripe is building by assembling stablecoin infrastructure across the stack.Along the way, we cover:Why cards succeeded — and what stablecoins must learn from themHow AI agents could drive the majority of future paymentsWhat breaks when the velocity of money increases 10xStripe's long-term strategy behind Bridge, Privy, and TempoThe case for open, decentralized payment infrastructureZach's unconventional views on management, productivity, and product-market fitIf you're curious about the future of payments, fintech, crypto, AI agents, or the economic foundations of the next internet, this conversation offers a look several steps ahead.Highlights:00:00 Introduction00:36 Stablecoins: The next platform for money01:38 Credit cards had a moral panic too03:29 What stablecoin infrastructure still needs to be built05:22 The use cases no one predicted11:11 Why Stripe is building with crypto13:08 Why payments infrastructure must stay open15:12 Lightning round: Bad advice, great books, and deep workFollow a16z crypto for more...X: https://x.com/a16zcryptoLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/a16zcrypto/posts/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7pMZvsNXEnb0CYcPiDQywEApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/web3-with-a16z-crypto/id1622312549Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@a16zcrypto

The ForceCast is BACK!!This week, Ryan and Brad discuss the new trailer for Maul: Shadow Lord and what the series could bring when it premieres in April!

In this episode Kathleen Kennedy retires as head of Lucasfilm, Indy returns to the Temple of Doom, we are joined by Official IndyCast correspondent Mitch Hallock, we have more Indy trivia, Chris A is back with IJ in the UK and lots more!

Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle joined Papa & Silver following the Giants' addition of outfielder Harrison Bader on a two-year deal. She discusses Bader's potential to improve the club's outfield defense -- which struggled mightily in 2025 -- and how his intense personality might play in the clubhouse. She also provides insight into the recent report that the Giants pursued Washington Nationals shortstop C.J. Abrams, and what it might cost to acquire a player of that caliber and young age.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ever feel like your teen's screen time habits, bad attitude, or boundary-pushing behaviors are personally attacking your sanity?If you're a single parent raising a tween or teen, you already know how quickly everyday stress can escalate into anger — especially when you're dealing with screen time limits, vaping or drinking concerns, or flat-out defiance. In this powerful episode, Dr. Mitch Abrams joins Tess to break down what anger really means for parents, and how to use it as a tool — not a trap.Learn how to identify and manage parenting burnout before it leads to conflict.Get practical anger management tools that work during real-life moments like screen time battles and disrespectful attitude.Understand why suppressing your anger — especially around issues like vaping and drinking — does more harm than good.Tune in now to learn real-world parenting skills that help you stay calm and effective — even when your teen pushes every single button.Dr. Mitch Abrams has a private practice providing sport, clinical, and forensic psychology services, and is also an expert in the treatment of trauma. Since 2000, he has worked inside the prison system in New Jersey and now oversees psychological services for seven of the state's prisons as Chief Psychologist for Rutgers-University Correctional Health Care. He is also a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at Rutgers Health-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. Abrams is the Founder and CEO of Learned Excellence for Athletes, utilizing anger management training to assist athletes, coaches, and professionals reach peak performance. His new book is: I'm Not Fucking Angry!!! Adjust the Flames to Get What You Want and Need Learn more at drmitchabrams.com.⭐Got screen time problems at home, get the Tech Reset Agreement here

Public funding for peace efforts took a massive hit with the gutting of USAID last year, and other donor countries have ramped down aid as well, in a world that feels increasingly less safe for many. That's why our ears perked up when we heard about Brian Abrams, an American venture capitalist who is investing in technology to find solutions to violent conflict. In the new field of ‘peace tech,' companies are using AI to predict the likelihood of major events – like military invasions or popular uprisings, and modeling how to prevent violence before it starts. With their ability to process massive data sets from intelligence, journalism and other sources, these tools can also quickly gain insights on what's driving conflicts on a population level. Important tools for governments and mediators, they also appeal to corporations working around the world – customers who Abrams hopes will bring in revenue to sustain the peace tech sector. And as you'll hear, he's very optimistic. Brian Abrams founded B Ventures Group, a venture capital firm for peace tech, in 2023. Prior to that he was president of Ibex Investors and a managing partner at Row Capital. Connect with Brian Abrams on LinkedIn. Learn more about the peace tech companies discussed in this episode: Anadyr HorizonFrom Business Insider: Inside the Billion-Dollar War over Peace TechTranscend AICulturePulseodr.com ABOUT THE SHOW The Making Peace Visible podcast is hosted by Jamil Simon and produced by Andrea Muraskin. Our associate producer is Faith McClure. Learn more at makingpeacevisible.orgSupport our work Connect on social:Instagram @makingpeacevisibleLinkedIn @makingpeacevisibleBluesky @makingpeacevisible.bsky.social We want to learn more about our listeners. Take this 3-minute survey to help us improve the show!

Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle joined Papa & Silver following the Giants' addition of outfielder Harrison Bader on a two-year deal. She discusses Bader's potential to improve the club's outfield defense -- which struggled mightily in 2025 -- and how his intense personality might play in the clubhouse. She also provides insight into the recent report that the Giants pursued Washington Nationals shortstop C.J. Abrams, and what it might cost to acquire a player of that caliber and young age.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff Young, from Around the Foghorn Pod, joins the Giants Fanfest Warmup Show with Bill Laskey to talk about the chances the Giants get CJ Abrams: Would he be an upgrade at 2nd base?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will the Commanders end up with two first time play callers next season? / Was the MacKenzie Gore trade for 5 prospects a good deal? / The Nats have moved on from Gore, should they move on from Abrams as well? / Is Major League Baseball headed to a major strike over a salary cap? / Does it even matter who the Commanders hire as defensive coordinator? / Chris "The Rooster" Russell joins to talk about the state of the Nationals / Lynnell and Russell can agree on this one thing about the Commanders defensive coordinator search / Lynnell hates the snow

Lyle and TJ open up the mailbag and answer this batch of listener questions, discussing a hypothetical trade for Nationals' SS CJ Abrams, a potential salary cap, Mariners team awards, and more.Don't forget, Marine Layer Podcast Trivia Night on Feb 11th at Queen Anne Beerhall!Check out Pogacha's Pub 85: https://pub85.com/For ad-free episodes, check out our Patreon: patreon.com/marinelayerpodMerchandise, event schedule, and more: marinelayerpod.comEmail us: marinelayerpod@gmail.comCheck out Just Baseball: Click hereFollow the show on Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@marinelayerpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Find us on YouTube: Click hereFind us on TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@marinelayerpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Find us on all Podcast Platforms: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/MarineLayerPod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow TJ on Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@tjmathewson⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Lyle on Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@lyle_goldsteinOur Sponsors:* Check out Aura.com: https://aura.com/remove* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The second part of the discussion of embroidery history covers blackwork and Opus Anglicanum, then embroidery samplers and beetle-wing embroidery. Research: Абильда, Айжан. “Scythians are creators of embroidery art.” Qazaqstan Tarihy. May 24, 2019. https://e-history.kz/en/news/show/7178#:~:text=Embroidery%20is%20a%20traditional%20East,a%20wedding%20or%20a%20party. Angus, Jennifer. “Nature’s Sequins.” Cooper Hewitt. Sept. 14, 2018. https://www.cooperhewitt.org/2018/09/14/natures-sequins/ “The art of printing textile.” Musee de L’Impression sur Etoffes. https://www.musee-impression.com/en/the-collection/ Badshah, Nadeem. “Bayeux tapestry to be insured for £800m for British Museum exhibition.” The Guardian. Dec. 27. 2025. https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/dec/27/bayeux-tapestry-to-be-insured-for-800m-for-british-museum-exhibition “Bayeux Tapestry.” UNESCO. https://www.unesco.org/en/memory-world/bayeux-tapestry “The Bayeux Tapestry.” La Tapisserie de Bayeux. Bayeux Museum. https://www.bayeuxmuseum.com/en/the-bayeux-tapestry/ Binswanger, Julia. “These Delicate Needles Made From Animal Bones May Have Helped Prehistoric Humans Sew Warm Winter Clothing.” Smithsonian. Dec. 11, 2024. https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/these-delicate-needles-made-from-animal-bones-may-have-helped-prehistoric-humans-sew-warm-winter-clothing-180985601/ Britannica Editors. "Scythian art". Encyclopedia Britannica, 27 May. 2018, https://www.britannica.com/art/Scythian-art “Chasuble (Opus Anglicanum).” The Met. https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/466660 Chung, Young Yang. “Silken Threads: A History of Embroidery in China, Korea, Japan, and Vietnam.” Abrams. 2005. Daniels, Margaret Harrington. “Early Pattern Books for Lace and Embroidery.” Bulletin of the Needle and Bobbin Club. https://www2.cs.arizona.edu/patterns/weaving/articles/nb33_lac.pdf “DMC.” Textile Research Center Leiden. https://trc-leiden.nl/trc-needles/organisations-and-movements/companies/dmc “Dragon Robe Decoded.” Sotheby’s. May 23, 2019. https://www.sothebys.com/en/articles/dragon-robe-decoded Embroiderers’ Guild. https://embroiderersguild.com/ Embroiderers’ Guild of America. https://egausa.org/ “Embroidery Techniques from Around the World: Crewel.” Embroiderer’ Guild of America. Oct. 28, 2024. https://egausa.org/embroidery-techniques-from-around-the-world-crewel/ Francfort, H.-P., 2020, “Scythians, Persians, Greeks and Horses: Reflections on Art, Culture Power and Empires in the Light of Frozen Burials and other Excavations”, in: , Londres, British Museum, p. 134-155. https://www.academia.edu/44417916/Francfort_H_P_2020_Scythians_Persians_Greeks_and_Horses_Reflections_on_Art_Culture_Power_and_Empires_in_the_Light_of_Frozen_Burials_and_other_Excavations_in_Londres_British_Museum_p_134_155 “Girlhood Embroidery.” Pilgrim Hall Museum. https://www.pilgrimhall.org/girlhood_embroidery.htm Gower, John G., and G.C. Macaulay, ed. “The Complete Works of John Gower.” Clarendon Press. 1901. https://www.gutenberg.org/files/71162/71162-h/71162-h.htm#Page_1 “Introducing Opus Anglicanum.” Victoria and Albert Museum. https://www.vam.ac.uk/articles/about-opus-anglicanum?srsltid=AfmBOor2pOTddjxaPC9AXHvvQuGXD4Tyx9N3zBeISzMSDHX1KnaUnfnL “Introducing the Scythians.” British Museum. May 30, 2017. https://www.britishmuseum.org/blog/introducing-scythians Nazarova, Yevhenia. “Ukraine's Ancient 'River Guardians.'” Radio Free Europe. Oct. 17, 2021. https://www.rferl.org/a/scythian-dig-ukraine-river-guardians-discovery/31507187.html "Ancient Peruvian Textiles." The Museum Journal XI, no. 3 (September, 1920): 140-147. Accessed December 22, 2025. https://www.penn.museum/sites/journal/843/ “Embroidery – a history of needlework samplers.” Victoria & Albery Museum. https://www.vam.ac.uk/articles/embroidery-a-history-of-needlework-samplers “History of The Broderers.” The Worshipful Company of Broderers. https://broderers.co.uk/history-broderers “The History of Britain's Bayeux Tapestry.” Reading Museum. https://www.readingmuseum.org.uk/collections/britains-bayeux-tapestry/history-britains-bayeux-tapestry Kennedy, Maev. “British Museum to go more than skin deep with Scythian exhibition.” The Guardian. May 30, 2017. https://www.theguardian.com/culture/2017/may/30/british-museum-skin-scythian-exhibition-tattoo-empire Lattanzio, Giaga. “Byzantine.” Fashion History Timeline. FITNYC. https://fashionhistory.fitnyc.edu/byzantine/ Leslie, Catherine Amoroso. “Needlework Through History: An Encyclopedia.” Greenwood Press. 2007. Libes, Kenna. “Beetle-Wing Embroidery in Nineteenth-Century Fashion.” Fashion History Timeline. FITNYC. https://fashionhistory.fitnyc.edu/beetle-wing-19thcentury/ Liu Y, Li Y, Li X, Qin L. The origin and dispersal of the domesticated Chinese oak silkworm, Antheraea pernyi, in China: a reconstruction based on ancient texts. J Insect Sci. 2010;10:180. doi: 10.1673/031.010.14140 “Mrs. Jacob Wendell (Mary Barrett, 1832–1912).” The New York Historical. https://emuseum.nyhistory.org/objects/68658/mrs-jacob-wendell-mary-barrett-18321912 Muntz, Eugene and Louisa J. Davis. “A short history of tapestry. From the earliest times to the end of the 18th century.” London. Cassel & Co. 1885. Accessed online: https://archive.org/details/shorthistoryofta00mntz/page/n3/mode/2up Pohl, Benjamin. “Chewing over the Norman Conquest: the Bayeux Tapestryas monastic mealtime reading.” Historical Research. 2025. https://academic.oup.com/histres/advance-article/doi/10.1093/hisres/htaf029/8377922 Puiu, Tibi. “Pristine 2,300-year-old Scythian woman’s boot found in frozen Altai mountains.” ZME Science. Dec. 29, 2021. https://www.zmescience.com/science/scythian-boots-0532/ Razzall, Katie. “Bayeux Tapestry to return to UK on loan after 900 years.” BBC. July 8, 2025. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c14ev1z6d5go Royal School of Needlework. https://royal-needlework.org.uk/ Salmony, Alfred. “The Archaeological Background of textile Production in Soviet Russia Territory.” The Bulletin of the Needle and Bobbin Club. Volume 26. No. 2. 1942. https://www2.cs.arizona.edu/patterns/weaving/periodicals/nb_42_2.pdf “Sampler.” Victoria & Albert Museum. https://collections.vam.ac.uk/item/O46183/sampler-jane-bostocke/ Schӧnsperger, Johann. “Ein ney Furmbüchlein. 1525-1528. Met Museum Collection. https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/354716 Schӧnsperger, Johann. “Ein new Modelbuch … “ 1524. https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/354660 Shrader, Dustin. “Embroidery Through the Ages.” Impressions. July 28, 2023. https://impressionsmagazine.com/process-technique/embroidery-through-the-ages/39234/#:~:text=The%20Age%2DOld%20Beginning&text=We%20tend%20to%20typically%20think,to%20generation%20across%20the%20millennia. “Silk Roads Programme.” UNESCO. https://en.unesco.org/silkroad/silkroad-interactive-map Sons of Norway's Cultural Skills Program. “Unit 8: Hardanger Embroidery.” 2018. https://www.sofn.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/unit8hardanger_rev8.11.pdf “Suzhou Embroidery.” Smithsonian National Museum of Asian Art.” https://asia-archive.si.edu/learn/for-educators/teaching-china-with-the-smithsonian/videos/suzhou-embroidery/ Teall, John L., Nicol, Donald MacGillivray. "Byzantine Empire". Encyclopedia Britannica, 5 Dec. 2025, https://www.britannica.com/place/Byzantine-Empire Warner, Pamela. “Embroidery: A History.” B.T. Bedford, Ltd. 1991. Watt, James C. Y., and Anne E. Wardwell. “When Silk Was Gold: Central Asian and Chinese Textiles.” Metropolitan Museum of Art. Harry N. Abrams. New York. 1997. https://cdn.sanity.io/files/cctd4ker/production/d781d44d3048d49257072d610034400182246d3e.pdf Watt, Melinda. “Textile Production in Europe: Embroidery, 1600–1800.” The Met. Oct. 1, 2003. https://www.metmuseum.org/essays/textile-production-in-europe-embroidery-1600-1800 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send Kevin a Text MessageIn this episode of Don't Kill the Messenger, host Kevin Goetz welcomes Gail Berman, one of Hollywood's most versatile executives. From producing Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat on Broadway at 22 to becoming the first woman to lead both a major TV network (Fox Entertainment) and a film studio (Paramount Pictures), she has consistently rewritten what creative leadership looks like in Hollywood.From Brooklyn to Broadway: The Joseph Origin Story (04:03): At just 22 years old, Gail and her partner, Susan Rose, produced Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. They brought the show to Broadway, earning seven Tony nominations.The Red Dress and the Palisades Fires (15:52): Gail's Tony Awards dress remains in storage due to insurance settlements following the recent Palisades fires that damaged her home.Starting Over in Television (19:30): Gail shares how she received a message on her answering machine about a new venture at HBO. Despite knowing nothing about television, she took the job at the comedy channel that would become Comedy Central.The Buffy Breakthrough at Sandollar (23:56): After reading the Buffy the Vampire Slayer film script, Gail saw it as a perfect TV show. While serving as President of Sandollar, she partnered with Sandy Gallin and Dolly Parton to develop and executive produce the show—launching a cultural phenomenon.The Austin Butler Screen Test for Elvis (28:26): When Baz Luhrmann showed four screen tests, Austin Butler's was last. The film would earn Gail an Academy Award nomination for Best Picture.From Regency Television to Running Fox (33:49): After producing Malcolm in the Middle, Roswell, and The Bernie Mac Show at Regency Television, Gail received a call from Peter Chernin asking her to run Fox Entertainment.The Paramount Years (40:28): Hired to run Paramount Pictures, MTV Films, and Nickelodeon Films, Gail faced some resistance. She secured the Star Trek film rights back from CBS with just 18 months to put it into production, hiring J.J. Abrams and Damon Lindelof to work fast.Black Swan: The Musical (50:43): After leaving Paramount, Gail launched The Jackal Group. She's now producing the musical adaptation of Black Swan with Darren Aronofsky, Kevin McCollum, and Scott Franklin.Gail Berman's story shows how versatility and the willingness to start over can create a remarkable career. From Broadway to broadcast television to film, she's proven that embracing new challenges leads to extraordinary places.Host: Kevin GoetzGuests: Gail BermanProducer: Kari CampanoWriters: Kevin Goetz, Darlene Hayman, and Kari CampanoAudio Engineer: Gary Forbes (DG Entertainment)For more information about Gail Berman:Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gail_BermanIMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0075762/LinkedIn: For more information about Kevin Goetz:- Website: www.KevinGoetz360.com- Audienceology Book: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Audience-ology/Kevin-Goetz/9781982186678- How to Score in Hollywood: https://www.amazon.com/How-Score-Hollywood-Secrets-Business/dp/198218986X/- Facebook, X, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Substack: @KevinGoetz360- LinkedIn @Kevin Goetz- Screen Engine/ASI Website: www.ScreenEngineASI.com

The first installment of this two-parter covers ancient embroidery around the world, and then focuses on European embroidery, Chinese dragon robes, and the Bayeux Tapestry. Research: Абильда, Айжан. “Scythians are creators of embroidery art.” Qazaqstan Tarihy. May 24, 2019. https://e-history.kz/en/news/show/7178#:~:text=Embroidery%20is%20a%20traditional%20East,a%20wedding%20or%20a%20party. Angus, Jennifer. “Nature’s Sequins.” Cooper Hewitt. Sept. 14, 2018. https://www.cooperhewitt.org/2018/09/14/natures-sequins/ “The art of printing textile.” Musee de L’Impression sur Etoffes. https://www.musee-impression.com/en/the-collection/ Badshah, Nadeem. “Bayeux tapestry to be insured for £800m for British Museum exhibition.” The Guardian. Dec. 27. 2025. https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/dec/27/bayeux-tapestry-to-be-insured-for-800m-for-british-museum-exhibition “Bayeux Tapestry.” UNESCO. https://www.unesco.org/en/memory-world/bayeux-tapestry “The Bayeux Tapestry.” La Tapisserie de Bayeux. Bayeux Museum. https://www.bayeuxmuseum.com/en/the-bayeux-tapestry/ Binswanger, Julia. “These Delicate Needles Made From Animal Bones May Have Helped Prehistoric Humans Sew Warm Winter Clothing.” Smithsonian. Dec. 11, 2024. https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/these-delicate-needles-made-from-animal-bones-may-have-helped-prehistoric-humans-sew-warm-winter-clothing-180985601/ Britannica Editors. "Scythian art". Encyclopedia Britannica, 27 May. 2018, https://www.britannica.com/art/Scythian-art “Chasuble (Opus Anglicanum).” The Met. https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/466660 Chung, Young Yang. “Silken Threads: A History of Embroidery in China, Korea, Japan, and Vietnam.” Abrams. 2005. Daniels, Margaret Harrington. “Early Pattern Books for Lace and Embroidery.” Bulletin of the Needle and Bobbin Club. https://www2.cs.arizona.edu/patterns/weaving/articles/nb33_lac.pdf “DMC.” Textile Research Center Leiden. https://trc-leiden.nl/trc-needles/organisations-and-movements/companies/dmc “Dragon Robe Decoded.” Sotheby’s. May 23, 2019. https://www.sothebys.com/en/articles/dragon-robe-decoded Embroiderers’ Guild. https://embroiderersguild.com/ Embroiderers’ Guild of America. https://egausa.org/ “Embroidery Techniques from Around the World: Crewel.” Embroiderer’ Guild of America. Oct. 28, 2024. https://egausa.org/embroidery-techniques-from-around-the-world-crewel/ Francfort, H.-P., 2020, “Scythians, Persians, Greeks and Horses: Reflections on Art, Culture Power and Empires in the Light of Frozen Burials and other Excavations”, in: , Londres, British Museum, p. 134-155. https://www.academia.edu/44417916/Francfort_H_P_2020_Scythians_Persians_Greeks_and_Horses_Reflections_on_Art_Culture_Power_and_Empires_in_the_Light_of_Frozen_Burials_and_other_Excavations_in_Londres_British_Museum_p_134_155 “Girlhood Embroidery.” Pilgrim Hall Museum. https://www.pilgrimhall.org/girlhood_embroidery.htm Gower, John G., and G.C. Macaulay, ed. “The Complete Works of John Gower.” Clarendon Press. 1901. https://www.gutenberg.org/files/71162/71162-h/71162-h.htm#Page_1 “Introducing Opus Anglicanum.” Victoria and Albert Museum. https://www.vam.ac.uk/articles/about-opus-anglicanum?srsltid=AfmBOor2pOTddjxaPC9AXHvvQuGXD4Tyx9N3zBeISzMSDHX1KnaUnfnL “Introducing the Scythians.” British Museum. May 30, 2017. https://www.britishmuseum.org/blog/introducing-scythians Nazarova, Yevhenia. “Ukraine's Ancient 'River Guardians.'” Radio Free Europe. Oct. 17, 2021. https://www.rferl.org/a/scythian-dig-ukraine-river-guardians-discovery/31507187.html "Ancient Peruvian Textiles." The Museum Journal XI, no. 3 (September, 1920): 140-147. Accessed December 22, 2025. https://www.penn.museum/sites/journal/843/ “Embroidery – a history of needlework samplers.” Victoria & Albery Museum. https://www.vam.ac.uk/articles/embroidery-a-history-of-needlework-samplers “History of The Broderers.” The Worshipful Company of Broderers. https://broderers.co.uk/history-broderers “The History of Britain's Bayeux Tapestry.” Reading Museum. https://www.readingmuseum.org.uk/collections/britains-bayeux-tapestry/history-britains-bayeux-tapestry Kennedy, Maev. “British Museum to go more than skin deep with Scythian exhibition.” The Guardian. May 30, 2017. https://www.theguardian.com/culture/2017/may/30/british-museum-skin-scythian-exhibition-tattoo-empire Lattanzio, Giaga. “Byzantine.” Fashion History Timeline. FITNYC. https://fashionhistory.fitnyc.edu/byzantine/ Leslie, Catherine Amoroso. “Needlework Through History: An Encyclopedia.” Greenwood Press. 2007. Libes, Kenna. “Beetle-Wing Embroidery in Nineteenth-Century Fashion.” Fashion History Timeline. FITNYC. https://fashionhistory.fitnyc.edu/beetle-wing-19thcentury/ Liu Y, Li Y, Li X, Qin L. The origin and dispersal of the domesticated Chinese oak silkworm, Antheraea pernyi, in China: a reconstruction based on ancient texts. J Insect Sci. 2010;10:180. doi: 10.1673/031.010.14140 “Mrs. Jacob Wendell (Mary Barrett, 1832–1912).” The New York Historical. https://emuseum.nyhistory.org/objects/68658/mrs-jacob-wendell-mary-barrett-18321912 Muntz, Eugene and Louisa J. Davis. “A short history of tapestry. From the earliest times to the end of the 18th century.” London. Cassel & Co. 1885. Accessed online: https://archive.org/details/shorthistoryofta00mntz/page/n3/mode/2up Pohl, Benjamin. “Chewing over the Norman Conquest: the Bayeux Tapestryas monastic mealtime reading.” Historical Research. 2025. https://academic.oup.com/histres/advance-article/doi/10.1093/hisres/htaf029/8377922 Puiu, Tibi. “Pristine 2,300-year-old Scythian woman’s boot found in frozen Altai mountains.” ZME Science. Dec. 29, 2021. https://www.zmescience.com/science/scythian-boots-0532/ Razzall, Katie. “Bayeux Tapestry to return to UK on loan after 900 years.” BBC. July 8, 2025. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c14ev1z6d5go Royal School of Needlework. https://royal-needlework.org.uk/ Salmony, Alfred. “The Archaeological Background of textile Production in Soviet Russia Territory.” The Bulletin of the Needle and Bobbin Club. Volume 26. 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The ForceCast is BACK!!This week, Ryan and Brad kick off the new year with the big news that Kathleen Kennedy has retired and Dave Filoni along with Lynwen Brennan have taken the Co-President baton.They then discuss the changes to Galaxy's Edge and Ryan gives his annual new year message.

Dr. Mitch Abrams joins me to talk about his book, I'm Not F*cking Angry!: adjust the flame to get what you want and need.  We discuss the distinction between anger and aggression, and our perceptions of aggression vs. assertiveness.  Plus, some helpful insights about apologies: as the person offering one and as the person on the receiving end. You can learn more about his work and contact him through his website: https://drmitchabrams.com/Do you have comments or suggestions about a topic or guest? An idea or question about conflict management or conflict resolution? Let me know at jb@dovetailresolutions.com! And you can learn more about me and my work as a mediator and a Certified CINERGY® Conflict Coach at www.dovetailresolutions.com and https://www.linkedin.com/in/janebeddall/.Enjoy the show for free on your favorite podcast app or on the podcast website: https://craftingsolutionstoconflict.com/   

Two years ago, Audrey Hobert had never written a song. She was a staff writer on a Nickelodeon series and had recently moved in with her childhood friend Gracie Abrams in Los Angeles. About six months later, a phrase spoken by a heartbroken acquaintance caught their attention; Hobert and Abrams sang it back to each other and wrote a complete song that night. Within the following year, Hobert co-wrote songs including “I Love You, I'm Sorry” and “Risk” for Abrams's number-two album The Secret of Us. When the television show she was working on was later canceled, Hobert made a hard pivot into her own music. What happened was Who's the Clown, a debut album where every track came from Hobert's own pen. In this live conversation recorded at NYU Steinhardt's Music and Performing Arts Professions program at Chelsea Studios, Hobert traces her path from dance classes choreographed to One Direction to eight-hour writing sessions that yield two good lines on a lucky day. She explains why she can't write in front of anyone, why she refuses to repeat a chorus three times, and why the Steve Martin documentary made her open her album with the disarmingly strange declaration: "I like to touch people." The conversation moves from craft to confession as Hobert reflects on what it means to finally be looked at, and whether the view from inside the spotlight is everything she'd imagined. Subscribe to the ⁠Newsletter⁠ to play along with our annual bingo predictions (last episode) SONGS DISCUSSED Gracie Abrams "I Love You, I'm Sorry" Gracie Abrams "That's So True" Smash Mouth "All Star" One Direction "Kiss You" Audrey Hobert "Wet Hair" Audrey Hobert "Chateau" Audrey Hobert "I Like to Touch People" Audrey Hobert "Sex in the City" Audrey Hobert "Sue Me" Audrey Hobert "Bowling Alley" Semisonic "Closing Time" Audrey Hobert "Silver Jubilee" Audrey Hobert "Don't Go Back to His Ass" Audrey Hobert "Shooting Star" Black Eyed Peas "I Gotta Feeling" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Safari by Ralph Lauren (1990) + J.J. Abrams and Matt Reeves' Felicity (1998-2002) with Cael Brennan and Sara 1/11/26 S8E4 To hear the complete continuing story of The Perfume Nationalist please subscribe on Patreon. 

Mark and Niall continue their Star Trek franchise discussion by talking about the 2013 blockbuster Star Trek Into Darkness. Directed by J.J. Abrams, and starring Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto, Zoe Saldaña, and Benedict “Definitely Not Khan” Cumberbatch, the movie focuses on what happens when the Enterprise crew battle a super soldier named John Harrison. In this episode, they also talk about plot twists, fist fights, and radioactive reactor chambers. Enjoy!

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Elliott Abrams, who was U.S. special representative for Venezuela in President Trump's first term, responds to the capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro and discusses what it means for U.S. foreign policy.Abrams, who also worked in the State Department under Presidents Ronald Reagan and George W. Bush, explains why he supported Trump taking action against Maduro and why he is alarmed by decisions the administration has made since. He details his concerns about the administration aligning with remnants of Maduro's regime instead of supporting the democratic opposition.Abrams comments on Trump's fixation on Venezuelan oil and the administration's “might makes right” mindset that he says is inconsistent with America's history. He also questions Trump's push to seize control of Greenland.Abrams assesses Marco Rubio's performance as secretary of state and the potential ramifications of unseating Maduro for other countries in the region, including Cuba. He talks about Trump's effort to dominate the Western Hemisphere and the importance of asserting America's values in the year of the nation's 250th anniversary.Support for Firing Line with Margaret Hoover is provided by Robert Granieri, Vanessa and Henry Cornell, The Fairweather Foundation, The Tepper Foundation, Peter and Mary Kalikow, Pritzker Military Foundation, Cliff and Laurel Asness, Katharine J. Rayner, Charles R. Schwab, Lindsay and George Billingsley, The Meadowlark Foundation, Jared Stone, and Al and Kathy Hubbard.

On this live edition of Political Breakfast, we cover how two-time Democratic nominee for governor Stacey Abrams announced that she is not running for office in 2026. Abrams said in a statement that instead she'll continue her work fighting against what's happening in Washington, as "since January 2025, we have watched our nation descend into authoritarianism.” There's already a crowded field on the Democratic side, including familiar names like former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms and former DeKalb County CEO Michael Thurmond. Democratic strategist Tharon Johnson, Republican strategist Brian Robinson and host Lisa Rayam react. Plus, a quick look ahead at some priorities for Georgia's 2026 legislative session, which starts on Monday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.