Podcasts about China

Why was the Ebola outbreak able to spread so quickly? We speak to the co-chair of the Independent Panel for Pandemic Preparedness and Response about Ebola testing shortfalls in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Also on the programme: we examine the relationship between Russia and China as Vladimir Putin fails to reach a gas pipeline deal during a visit to Beijing. Plus, we hear why the Tyrannosaurus Rex had such short arms.(Picture: A health worker takes the temperature of an M23 rebel in Goma, North Kivu province of the Democratic Republic of Congo. Credit: Arlette Bashizi/Reuters)

Marc Andreessen joins Joe Rogan for a conversation on AI, politics, technology, and the future of American society. They discuss how artificial intelligence is rapidly moving from novelty to infrastructure, and why Andreessen believes its long-term impact will be overwhelmingly positive despite growing public fear around automation and surveillance. The conversation covers the explosion of AI coding tools, the emergence of “AI agents,” and how these systems are already reshaping software development, medicine, and education. Andreessen argues that AI should be understood less as replacement technology and more as a universal layer of cognitive augmentation, giving individuals access to capabilities that previously required teams of experts. They also discuss the political and cultural dynamics surrounding AI, from fears about mass unemployment and surveillance to concerns about censorship, centralized power, and China's accelerating AI ecosystem. Along the way, the discussion expands into California politics, wealth taxes, urban decline, crime, housing, nuclear energy, and whether America can still build ambitious things at scale.   Resources: Follow Marc Andreessen on X: https://x.com/pmarca Follow Joe Rogan on X: https://x.com/joerogan Stay Updated:Find a16z on YouTube: YouTubeFind a16z on XFind a16z on LinkedInListen to the a16z Show on SpotifyListen to the a16z Show on Apple PodcastsFollow our host: https://twitter.com/eriktorenberg Please note that the content here is for informational purposes only; should NOT be taken as legal, business, tax, or investment advice or be used to evaluate any investment or security; and is not directed at any investors or potential investors in any a16z fund. a16z and its affiliates may maintain investments in the companies discussed. For more details please see a16z.com/disclosures. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Xi Jinping welcomed Vladimir Putin to Beijing with pomp and pageantry, just days after hosting Donald Trump. But as Russia's war in Ukraine makes Moscow increasingly dependent on China, and western leaders thaw relations with Beijing, what does the power imbalance mean for Xi and Putin's relationship? Lucy Hough speaks to the Guardian's deputy head of international news, Devika Bhat. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus

Right on the heels of President Trump's state visit to China, Russian President Vladimir Putin stopped in Beijing for a meeting with his chief ally, Xi Jinping. As Nick Schifrin reports, they focused on economic issues and criticized the Trump White House's foreign policy. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

The Justice Department is preparing to announce criminal charges against a former Cuban president. Chinese leader Xi Jinping praised his Russian counterpart and jabbed President Donald Trump during a meeting in China today. US gas prices are expected to rise over the holiday weekend. Senate Republicans are scrambling after Trump endorses in a tight Texas Senate primary runoff. Plus, a former Atlanta mayor is one step closer to potentially becoming the nation's first Black woman governor.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Episode 393 (Rebroadcast of Ep 82) our guest is Joel Skousen, author of the best-selling book Strategic Relocations and editor of the World Affairs Brief newsletter. He answers the always-asked question, “What are the best states for preppers to move to?” We also talk about China, COVID-19, the backlash against the restrictions, and over a dozen other topics asked in the After Show, available exclusively to Patreon supporters, by our Patreons. Please support our sponsors EMP Shield, Numanna Foods, CATI Armor, and Backwoods Home Magazine. Learn more about our podcast at Prepping 2-0.com

– Happy Memorial Day – A WARM DHU welcome to Kevin Warsh – good luck fella, you are going to need it sir. – The new transient inflation. – Another BOARD? These guys like to make exclusive clubs… PLUS we are now on Spotify and Amazon Music/Podcasts! Click HERE for Show Notes and Links DHUnplugged is now streaming live - with listener chat. Click on link on the right sidebar. Love the Show? Then how about a Donation? Follow John C. Dvorak on Twitter Follow Andrew Horowitz on Twitter Warm-Up - Happy Memorial Day - A WARM DHU welcome to Kevin Warsh - good luck fella, you are going to need it - The new transient inflation - Another BOARD? These guys like to make exclusive clubs... Markets - Starting to come in a bit..... - Yield curve steepening - potential for a hike over cuts - YIELDS! - Fuels running low - we have the list OH MY... - The 30-year U.S. Treasury yield has surged to around 5.14%, putting it at its highest level since the run-up to the 2008 financial crisis - Bets are pricing in the increasingly possibility of it reaching 5.5% to 6%, which would mark the highest levels since late 1999 - 30-Year mortgage near 6.35% (average) - DOWN from 6.91% at start of 2026 30-Year Yield Bored of Boards - The Board of Peace - remember that one? That was established in 2025 with 15+ countries that pitched in $1 billion for permanent seat - Indefinitely chaired by President Trump, the governing board is a mix of U.S. officials and prominent American businessmen. - So much for the peace part of that.... - Now we hear about the Board of Investment ---The US and China are discussing a mechanism for fast-tracking some Chinese investment deals and a reduction in tariffs on non-critical goods. - Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent mentioned a "Board of Investment" that will be responsible for investment in non-sensitive areas. - The idea of the "Board of Investment" is to have a mechanism that could allow deals that wouldn't need to be referred to the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States. - In other words - working outside of the established channels that primary function is to determine whether these transactions pose risks to U.S. national security. IRAN - On and off as usual - Cancelled a scheduled bombing? - President Trump speaking with reporters says he will know "soon" if U.S. needs to give Iran another big hit; says Gulf states are helping with negotiations; says Iran keeps agreeing to things and changing their mind; says Iran has 2-3 days to make a deal - This is the parental attempt to manupluate a child - I am going to count to THREE.... 1-2-3-4-5-6 China Trip - Chinese President Xi Jinping warned U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday that the U.S. and China “will have clashes and even conflicts” if the long-standing issue of Taiwan's independence is mishandled. - Speaking just ahead of Trump, Xi noted the global attention on the meeting, and said a major question for the two countries was whether they could avoid the “Thucydides Trap,” according to an official English translation of his remarks broadcast by CCTV. - The Thucydides Trap refers to how tensions historically between a rising and ruling power have often resulted in a war. Some Observations - Veggie Prices are off the charts --- Cauliflower $9, Carrots $6 small bag (not organic) - - Favorite produce store noticed things going bad.... Realized that people are not buying stuff PPI Inflation - HOTTTTTTTT - Headline MoM: +1.4% - YoY: +6.0% - Core PPI (ex food & energy): about +1.0% MoM - Energy was a big part, but services also saw a large move - Highest monthly increase since march 2022 --- In reaction bonds are selling off - highest on 10 and 30 year since March 2024 (10 YR Broke above 4.65) Outbreak - An Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda has been declared a public health emergency of international concern by the World Health Organization - 80 deaths were attributed to the disease. - Outbreak does not meet pandemic criteria, WHO says - Eight laboratory-confirmed cases and 246 suspected cases - At least six Americans in the DRC have been exposed to the Ebola virus, with three exposures deemed high risk WHAT? - One of the highest margin foods, pizza and pasta - Domino's Pizza, is among the pizza giants whose franchisees have filed for bankruptcy - Papa Johns: We have identified approximately 300 underperforming restaurants across North America that are not meeting brand expectations or lack a clear path to sustainable financial improvement, as well as locations where we can effectively transfer sales to a nearby restaurant - Pizza Hut, which also hasn't filed for bankruptcy (YET) , won't be left out of closings as the company's parent Yum! Brands in February said that it would close 250 underperforming locations as part of its Hut Forward plan in the first half of 2026. - PZZA down 65% over the past 5 years - The Papa John's board formally ousted founder and former CEO John "Papa" John" Schnatter in a series of steps culminating in July 2018 and March 2019 BONDS - Yields Spiking - U.S. Treasury yields spiked on Friday following a week of messy inflation data and as traders looked to price interest rate policy under new Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh. - The yield on the 30-year bond jumped nearly 11 basis points to yield 5.121%, the highest since May 22, 2025, and nearing the highest since October 2023. - Japanese long-term bond yields have surged to multi-decade highs, with the 10-year Japanese Government Bond (JGB) hitting 2.8%—its highest level since October 1996 M&A Utilities - U.S. power companies NextEra Energy and Dominion Energy announced a plan to merge on Monday in a $66.8 billion deal that ?will form one of the world's largest electric utilities during an expansion of energy-intensive data centers to support artificial intelligence. - The all-stock transaction, which is pending ?regulatory approvals, is one of the largest-ever energy mergers. - Industry consolidation - -- This year, AES Corp agreed to be acquired by a consortium led by Global Infrastructure Partners and Swedish ?private-equity firm EQT AB for $33.4 billion. ---- That followed Constellation Energy's $16 billion deal with Calpine and Blackstone's $11.5 billion deal for TXNM Energy last year. SOYBEANS - Trump's visit to China yielded little in the way of anything - The United States expects China to sign up to buy "double-digit billions" worth of U.S. farm goods following a summit between Presidents Donald ?Trump and Xi Jinping in Beijing, U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said on ?Friday. - Greer noted the 25 million metric ton per year soybean deal agreed last October and said the U.S. also expects to "see an agreement for double-digit billion purchases of ags over the next three years per year ?coming out of this visit." - Soybeans and other commodity prices moved higher on Monday as the news was disseminated. CHYNA Deals? - Looks like Boeing got an order of 200 more planes from China. ---- The problem is that was much less that was expected -- Boeing was down on the news. - Some murmurs about China buying more energy (oil, gas) from US - - - There was also something said about President Xi asking about the US intentions of Taiwan Bessent - Transitory - Even with recent inflation news universally bad, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent expects price pressures to ease soon, just in time for new Fed Chair Kevin Warsh to take over. -- Why are we listening to this crew? They have been wrong about everything - but say it with such confidence. - WAIT FOR IT...... - “I firmly believe that nothing is more transient than a supply shock, and we can, we can look through that, because before the Iranian conflict began, core inflation was coming down. - He noted that he sees substantial disinflation ahead ----- IF there is substantial disinflation that would be bad news as the economy will be slowing precipitously - could be problematic - so it is not clear what he is so excited about Earnings - NVDA is going to be position earnings Wednesday after the close - So far Semiconductor companies and storage companies have been saying that the orders keep flowing in and -  Wall Street analysts project EPS of $1.78 on revenue of $79.2 billion, representing a year-over-year revenue increase of roughly 80%. Open AI - Musk - R0und 1- Musk looses on what looks to be a technicality - Perhaps jurors were miffed that he skipped closing arguments and went to China instead (to be the the Trump Posse) - Naturally he is already discussing appeal Even more Create Financing - Google (GOOG/GOOGL) and Blackstone (BX) are drawing significant investor attention following the announcement of TPU Cloud, a new U.S.-based joint venture designed to commercialize GOOG's Tensor Processing Unit infrastructure at greater scale. - The partnership underscores the accelerating arms race in AI infrastructure, while also highlighting how hyperscalers are increasingly turning to alternative financing structures to fund the enormous capital requirements tied to next-generation AI compute expansion. Fuel Shortages - In case anyone thought otherwise - the Straight is till closed. Fuel Running Low - India: Severe LPG (cooking gas) shortages, rationing in many areas - Pakistan & Bangladesh: Critical LPG and diesel shortages - Southeast Asia (Thailand, Vietnam, Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia): Jet fuel & diesel shortages, flight cuts - South Korea & Taiwan: Tight jet fuel and refined product stocks - Europe (especially UK): Jet fuel critically low, risk of flight cancellations - Africa (South Africa, Nigeria, parts of East Africa): Jet fuel and import shortages - CUBA - OUT Cooking Fuel (LPG) Shortages - India: Severe shortages, long queues, rationing - Pakistan: Critical LPG shortage, heavy rationing - Bangladesh: Major shortages, price spikes - Nepal & Sri Lanka: Supply cuts, half-filled cylinders common - Southeast Asia (Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand, etc.): Tight supplies and high prices - Africa: Sharp price increases, reduced affordability - Europe/US: Mostly higher prices, no major physical shortages Love the Show? Then how about a Donation? 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U.S. Navy E/A-18G Growler jet collision, Boeing's China order, the new target for air traffic controller staffing, new United flight attendant contract, domestic flight lengths, Boeing civil suit award, and a tribute to a flight instructor. Aviation News Growlers Collide at Air Show, Four Good Chutes Two U.S. Navy E/A-18G Growler jets collided midair during the Gunfighter Skies Air Show at Mountain Home Air Force Base in Idaho. All four Washington-based pilots ejected. The jets exploded upon impact with the ground. The Gunfighter Skies Air Show (May 16-17, 2026) was a free event open to the public and featuring the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds. The Growler is a variant of the Super Hornet with advanced sensors and jamming pods. The VAQ-129 “Vikings” EA-18G Growler Demo Team showcases the platform for tactical jamming and electronic attack. Video: Deep Intel on the Growler Midair at Idaho Airshow https://youtu.be/eR6yXoyaarY?si=o_ZO4iqfplgNIfNG Boeing China Order Disappoints, Stock Falls Last week, we reported that Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg was joining President Trump on his visit to China. There was anticipation for a 500-airplane deal, but it appears the negotiation resulted in a 200-airplane purchase. No other details were available at the time. FAA cuts target for air traffic control staffing The FAA has a new target for air traffic control staffing: 12,563 certified controllers. The previous target was 14,633 controllers. That's a reduction of 2,070 controllers, or 14%. Controller overtime costs have gone up more than 300% since 2013, according to a National Academies of Sciences report. Air traffic is up, but time spent on position managing air ⁠traffic has gone down. The ​FAA said, “Deploying modern staffing models and scheduling tools will improve controller staffing efficiency and reduce the need for excessive overtime.” The FAA said about 11,000 certified controllers are deployed, 4,000 are in training, including 1,000 who were previously fully certified and are training ‌at new air traffic control facilities. United Flight Attendants Ratify Contract — Top Pay Will Exceed $100/Hour, $740M Lump Sum Payout United Airlines flight attendants ratified the tentative agreement that was reached in March. Almost 89% of eligible union members voted, and of those who did, 82% approved the contract. Flight attendants get their first raise in 5.5 years, almost 20% over the life of the contract. Short flights are popular. Will they last? There are many more scheduled short domestic flights in the U.S. than long ones, but over the past 10 years, the number of flights of 500 miles or less has decreased, while the number of longer flights has increased.  Jury awards $49.5M to family of Boeing 737 MAX crash victim Samya Stumo was a 24-year-old who was killed in the crash of Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302, a Boeing 737 MAX 8, in 2019. Like other victims' families, Stumo's family brought a civil suit against Boeing. Most of those other suits were settled out of court. Stumo's family did not reach a settlement, and the case went to trial focusing on compensation. Boeing had previously admitted liability. A federal jury in Chicago awarded $21 million for Stumo's death, $16.5 million for the family's loss of companionship, and $12 million for the family's grief. 4 killed in medical plane crash in Capitan Mountains identified The Australia News Desk Steve Visscher's tribute to Gary Bittle, his flight instructor and friend. Gary Bittle and Steve Visscher Mentioned FIFI, taken from the backseat of Gunfighter, a P-51 Mustang, by listener Chris. Hosts this Episode Max Flight, our Main(e) Man Micah, Rob Mark, and Erin Applebaum.

Welcome back to SANDCAST: Beach Volleyball with Tri Bourne and Travis Mewhirter, where Travis is talking a big weekend with the AVP debuting its Heritage events in Huntington Beach and plenty to talk about there, and the Beach Pro Tour continuing its season at the Xiamen Challenge, where AK and Alexis stayed PERFECT with another gold medal. We're chatting: Savvy Cory and Evan Cory having the biggest family weekend ever Thamela and Victoria putting on a show at AVP Huntington Beach Taylor Crabb and Andy Benesh establishing themselves as the best team in America with their win Audrey Koenig and Alexis Durish staying perfect with ANOTHER gold medal in China, now riding a 44 match win streak And a whole lot more! SHOOTS! We have a NEW BOOK! Pre-order your copy of Volleyball for Dummies today at Barnes and Noble! Want SANDCAST merch? We got you covered. Check it out here! Get 25 PERCENT off all Mikasa products with our code, SANDCAST and play with the ball. played with the best in the game. Head to Mikasa's website and get your bag of balls today! Get 10 PERCENT OFF VBTV using our discount code, SANDCAST10 Want to get better at beach volleyball? Use our discount code, SANDCAST, and get 10 percent off all Better at Beach products!  If you want to receive our SANDCAST weekly newsletter, the Beach Volleyball Digest, which dishes all the biggest news in beach volleyball in one quick newsletter, click here and sign on up! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of the National Crawford Roundtable podcast the guys discuss the latest happenings with Iran. They talk about Trump's trip to China-was it a success or failure? And they look into the Thomas Massey Kentucky Primary loss--was Trump's influence a factor? What kind of influence does the President have in State Primaries?

In Episode 393 (Rebroadcast of Ep 82) our guest is Joel Skousen, author of the best-selling book Strategic Relocations and editor of the World Affairs Brief newsletter. He answers the always-asked question, “What are the best states for preppers to move to?” We also talk about China, COVID-19, the backlash against the restrictions, and over a dozen other topics asked in the After Show, available exclusively to Patreon supporters, by our Patreons. Please support our sponsors EMP Shield, Numanna Foods, CATI Armor, and Backwoods Home Magazine. Learn more about our podcast at Prepping 2-0.com

DESCRIPTION Tara breaks down the growing Iran crisis as President Trump warns military action is still on the table while simultaneously pursuing negotiations. Is the White House strategically delaying strikes — or repeating the same mistakes that empowered Iran before? Tara dives into escalating Iranian attacks, China's role in rearming Tehran, and why critics fear a nuclear nightmare is closer than ever. EPISODE SUMMARY Today's show opens with Vice President JD Vance confirming President Trump is “locked and loaded” and ready to strike Iran if negotiations fail. Tara questions whether Iran is exploiting America's hesitation while continuing attacks on U.S. interests and violating ceasefire agreements. The episode examines: Trump's warnings versus Iran's continued aggression Allegations that China secretly rearmed Iran during negotiations Why Tara believes the proposed Iran deal resembles the Obama-era nuclear agreement Concerns about Iran's “Twelver” ideology and nuclear ambitions The strategic debate inside the Trump movement over military action JD Vance's reported influence on negotiations Fears that delaying action now could lead to a far larger conflict later Tara argues the current standoff cannot continue indefinitely and warns that a nuclear-armed Iran would fundamentally reshape global security. KEY TALKING POINTS JD Vance says Trump is prepared to strike Iran “if necessary” Trump claims U.S. forces were moments away from renewed military action Iran allegedly continues attacks despite ceasefire discussions Concerns grow over China supplying weapons to Iran Debate intensifies inside the conservative movement over intervention Tara warns that diplomacy without enforcement emboldens Iran Questions emerge over whether negotiations are buying Iran time FEATURED QUOTES “We are not going to have a deal that allows the Iranians to have a nuclear weapon.” “Trump promises almost daily to blow Iran away and then doesn't.” “You can't negotiate with that, and they've proved it.” “The alternative is much worse — a nuclear armed Iran.” SEO KEYWORDS Trump Iran deal, JD Vance Iran, Iran nuclear threat, China arming Iran, Middle East conflict, Trump foreign policy, Iran ceasefire, US Iran tensions, Iran negotiations, nuclear Iran fears, conservative talk radio, geopolitical crisis

A fiery breakdown of climate politics, media narratives, and global policy claims—this episode revisits decades of warnings about global warming, challenges from political critics who say predictions failed to materialize, and accusations that climate messaging has been used to drive fear and expand government power. The conversation also touches on the IPCC, Al Gore's early climate projections, shifting terminology from “global warming” to “climate change,” and broader geopolitical implications involving China and global energy strategy. EPISODE SUMMARY Today's discussion centers on a sweeping critique of climate policy messaging over the past several decades. The host argues that climate predictions promoted by political figures and international organizations have repeatedly failed to match real-world outcomes, citing historical claims about rising sea levels, disappearing glaciers, and extreme global impacts that did not materialize as projected. The episode also explores how climate language evolved over time—from “global warming” to “climate change”—and questions whether this shift reflected scientific refinement or political repositioning. References are made to IPCC modeling, media amplification, and high-profile figures like Al Gore, alongside claims that worst-case climate scenarios were emphasized without sufficient grounding. Beyond environmental policy, the discussion expands into geopolitics, suggesting that global climate agreements may have disproportionately constrained Western energy development while benefiting strategic competitors. The episode closes by arguing that energy policy decisions over the past 20 years have had lasting economic and national security consequences. SEGMENT BREAKDOWN 1. The “Climate Narrative Shift” Claims that “global warming” was rebranded as “climate change” Argument that messaging evolved as predictions failed to materialize Assertion that fear-based framing was used to maintain political momentum 2. Predictions vs. Reality Florida sea-level warnings and population collapse predictions Glacier National Park “ice-free” claims Kilimanjaro snow disappearance forecasts Arctic ice projections compared to current conditions 3. Media, IPCC, and Messaging Critique Allegations that worst-case scenarios were overused Claims of selective modeling and amplified projections Wall Street Journal cited as revisiting historical climate claims 4. Political and Cultural Impact Discussion of climate anxiety influencing life decisions Claims that younger generations were shaped by climate fear messaging References to education systems incorporating climate curriculum 5. Global Energy and Geopolitics Argument that Western energy policy was constrained China positioned as strategic beneficiary of climate agreements Nuclear energy described as an underutilized alternative KEY TALKING POINTS Evolution of climate terminology and messaging strategies Historical climate predictions vs. present-day outcomes Role of international organizations in climate modeling Media amplification and political influence on science communication Energy policy decisions and global economic competitiveness Geopolitical implications involving China and industrial policy SEO KEYWORDS climate change debate, global warming predictions, Al Gore climate claims, IPCC models, climate fear politics, Wall Street Journal climate report, climate hoax discussion, energy policy China, nuclear energy debate, climate curriculum schools, Florida sea level rise prediction, Arctic ice trends, climate politics podcast, environmental policy critique SOCIAL MEDIA POST

Are Climate Policies & Energy Shifts Part of a Bigger Global Strategy? New Claims Spark Debate

DESCRIPTION Tara dives into a massive political and geopolitical showdown as President Trump threatens Iran with military action while continuing negotiations critics say resemble the Obama-era nuclear deal. Plus, a fiery interview with congressional challenger Robert E. Lee targeting Congressman William Timmons, MAGA infighting over Epstein transparency, and growing outrage over the Luigi Mangione case in New York. EPISODE SUMMARY Today's episode covers escalating tensions with Iran as Vice President JD Vance confirms the United States is “locked and loaded” if negotiations fail. Tara questions whether the administration is showing weakness by threatening force while continuing diplomacy despite repeated Iranian aggression and reports of Chinese weapons support. The show also features an interview with congressional candidate Robert E. Lee, who announces his Republican primary challenge against Congressman William Timmons in South Carolina's 4th District. The discussion centers on America First politics, foreign policy disagreements inside MAGA, the Epstein files controversy, and divisions within the Republican base. Later, Tara breaks down the latest developments in the Luigi Mangione murder case and argues the left is attempting to rehabilitate political violence by weakening prosecution efforts. KEY TALKING POINTS JD Vance says Trump is prepared to strike Iran if necessary Trump claims military action against Iran was “an hour away” Tara questions whether ongoing negotiations embolden Tehran Allegations emerge that China continues rearming Iran Debate intensifies over America First foreign policy Robert E. Lee launches challenge against Congressman William Timmons Epstein files controversy creates fractures inside MAGA Luigi Mangione case sparks accusations of political favoritism in New York courts FEATURED QUOTES “We are not going to have a deal that allows the Iranians to have a nuclear weapon.” “Trump promises almost daily to blow Iran away and then doesn't.” “You can't negotiate with that, and they've proved it.” “The alternative is much worse — a nuclear armed Iran.” “They will make sure their hero walks free.” SEO KEYWORDS Trump Iran deal, JD Vance Iran, William Timmons challenger, Robert E Lee Congress, Epstein files controversy, Luigi Mangione case, China arming Iran, America First movement, MAGA civil war, conservative talk radio, South Carolina politics, Iran nuclear threat

From Voting Security Fears to Climate Claims and Political Grudges—Today's Narratives Collide in a High-Stakes Political Media Cycle

Ryan Breslow let go of 30% of his workforce, plus his entire HR department. He defended this by saying they 'created problems that didn't exist.' And, AI giant Nvidia is the first company to be worth $5 trillion, following their fiscal first-quarter earnings announcement. This comes after their CEO was in Beijing with President Trump last week where he said he'd like to sell more microchips to China. Plus, Arsenal are champions of the 2025-26 Premiere League. How much more money will one of the richest football clubs in the world have to look forward to?

Hot on the heels of the US President, the Russian leader is the latest to meet with President Xi in Beijing, signing over 20 agreements on trade and technology.The two leaders failed to come to an agreement on a long awaited Russian gas pipeline between the countries. China is Russia's top trading partner and also its biggest customer for oil and gas.Elsewhere, we hear from Greenland where President Trump's envoy has turned up at one of the country's biggest business conferences.

Reformpläne der Bundesregierung soll für geringere Kosten beim Erwerb des Führerscheins sorgen, EU-Parlament und Ländervertreter verständigen sich auf Umsetzung des US-Zollabkommens, Russlands Präsident Putin und Chinesischer Staatschef Xi Jinping demonstrieren bei Staatsbesuch in Peking Einigkeit, Deutsches Ehepaar wegen Verdacht der Spionage für China in München verhaftet, Kritik am Verhalten von Israels rechtsextremen Polizeiminister Ben-Gvir gegenüber Gaza-Aktivisten, Commerzbank kämpft gegen Übernahme durch italienische Bank UniCredit, Beratungen im Bundestag über Vorgaben für Hersteller beim Recht auf Reparatur, SC Freiburg im Finale der Europa-League in Istanbul, Das Wetter

Beijing welcomes Vladimir Putin a week after rolling out the red carpet for Donald Trump. Who really holds the cards? Plus: as we look ahead to the Fifa World Cup, Andrew Mueller assesses what could go wrong.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this special episode of Cleaning Up from San Francisco Climate Week, Michael Liebreich and Bryony Worthington unpack the geopolitical shocks reshaping the global energy transition. From escalating tensions in the Gulf and their impact on oil and LNG markets, to China's accelerating electrification revolution, the conversation explores how energy security, industrial strategy and climate ambition are colliding in real time. Bryony and Michael debate whether the West can realistically compete with China's manufacturing dominance, why electrification is becoming the defining energy strategy across Europe and Asia, and whether hydrogen has any meaningful role left to play. They also examine California's energy paradox, the future of AI-driven electricity demand, and whether nuclear power can help meet the coming compute boom. Along the way, they tackle the politics of trade, the economics of resilience, the rise of clean tech nationalism, and the uncomfortable societal questions posed by artificial intelligence and automation. This episode covers: The energy implications of instability in the Middle East Why electrification is accelerating globally China's EV and battery dominance The future of LNG, coal and renewables in Asia  Why Michael thinks hydrogen is dead policy walking AI, data centres and the coming electricity crunch California's clean energy transformation Whether nuclear power can support the AI revolution Leadership Circle: Cleaning Up is proud to be supported by its Leadership Circle. The members are Actis, Alcazar Energy, Arup, Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners, Cygnum Capital, Davidson Kempner, Ecopragma Capital, EDP, Eurelectric, the Gilardini Foundation, KKR, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, National Grid, Octopus Energy, Quadrature Climate Foundation, Schneider Electric, SDCL and Wärtsilä. For more information about the Leadership Circle, visit cleaningup.live Links: Absolutely Electrifying - Ep158: Saul Griffith: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=238XVTF4ang How Nvidia Made Chips 100,000x More Efficient | Ep215: Josh Parker: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k0KtA9WKZ3U The Future of Clean Tech Under Trump — Ep198: Jigar Shah: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PCOaF-qQ_TU

In this episode of Stephanie Miller's Happy Hour Podcast, Stephanie and her lively crew dive into the chaos of Trump's latest antics, including his bizarre trip to China and the fallout from his controversial IRS lawsuit, which threatens to cost taxpayers a staggering $1.7 billion. With guests Jody Hamilton, Mike Nellis and Charlie Pierce, they dissect the absurdity of Trump's foreign policy blunders and his questionable relationships with world leaders. The panel also tackles the disturbing rise of hate crimes in Trump's America, linking his inflammatory rhetoric to the recent violence at a San Diego mosque. As they navigate the tumultuous political landscape, they explore the implications of Trump's actions on the Republican Party and the upcoming midterm elections. Expect sharp wit, insightful commentary, and a healthy dose of humor as they discuss the latest headlines and the absurdities of current leadership. Grab your favorite drink and join the spirited conversation!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Join our Patreon for less than a cup of your favorite iced coffee and unlock 25+ full-length bonus episodes, ad-free weekly episodes, mp3 downloads of our original songs, exclusive Discord access, and more!  Welcome back to Lez Hang Out, the podcast that is currently crying over a gay novel in an internet cafe.  This week, Leigh (@lshfoster) and Ellie (@elliebrigida) are hanging out with journalist and editor Yi-Ling Liu (@instalingers), author of The Wall Dancers: Searching for Freedom and Connection on the Chinese Internet. This debut narrative nonfiction follows the lives of five individuals across the past three decades as they push for social change while navigating within the walls of China's Great Firewall. We talk with Yi-Ling Liu about online censorship in China and the life-altering importance of representation and access to community for queer people everywhere.  In the early days of the internet, there were significantly less built-in systems of censorship and surveillance. Internet cafes were cropping up in every town, and globally people were experiencing a newfound freedom that did not exist outside of the confines of their screens. In China and the United States alike, homosexuality was still considered a crime and classified as a mental illness. However, on the newly created, not-yet algorithmically controlled internet, queer people could find one another, form communities and subcultures, and share their stories long before it became acceptable to live openly in daily life. A gay person living in a small city thinking they're the only one in the world who feels the way they do could stumble across a queer novel in an internet cafe and have a truly transformative experience.  Nowadays, things have flipped, especially in China. While being gay is generally more accepted and younger generations think nothing of coming out, the internet has become a much more restrictive and monitored environment. Gay couples in China can openly live their lives; but if they try to share those lives on social media, they have to do so covertly with language that won't trigger the firewall. Words like ‘lesbian' and ‘gay' are automatically censored; so queer people have had to get creative, inventing a shared lexicon that keeps their content off the government's radar. As we watch our own cultural landscape change through algorithmic censorship, increased government surveillance, book bans, and legal challenges, we can't help but see China's firewall as a very possible blueprint for our own near-future online ecosystem.  Get your own copy of Yi-Ling Liu's, The Wall Dancers: Searching for Freedom and Connection on the Chinese Internet.  Don't forget to show your support for our tiny podcasting team by shopping small at bit.ly/lezmerch & picking up Lez-ssentials songs on Bandcamp.  Give us your own answers to our Q & Gay on Instagram and follow along on Facebook, TikTok, YouTube and BlueSky @lezhangoutpod. Email us @lezhangoutpod@gmail.com. Connect with us individually: Ellie Brigida (@elliebrigida). Leigh Holmes Foster (@lshfoster). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben and Chris talk with tech analyst Ben Thompson about the future. Is AI heaven, or hell, or both? Does the future belong to China or the United States? What's the deal with Silicon Valley, and does American ingenuity require a little insanity?

Bill discusses shifts in political ideology in California and London. Andrew Cuomo has faced criticism regarding progressive policies such as bail reform. Bill O'Reilly also discusses President Trump's recent visit to China, offering a positive assessment, and describes negotiation strategies related to China. He comments on ongoing risks in Iran, referencing statements by President Trump about potential developments.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stephen Colbert is preparing for his final shows as host of CBS's The Late Show. Paul McCartney and Billy Joel are scheduled to appear as guests. It has been eight months since the announcement that The Late Show with Stephen Colbert would end, and as of now, there have been no public reports of plans for Colbert. U.S. border crossings are at their lowest levels since the 1990s, and the catch-and-release policy has not been in effect for over ten months. Windmills installed as part of green initiatives over the past decade are presenting challenges in removal and maintenance. James L. Dolan, owner of the Knicks, announced that the Knicks and New York Rangers will become separate publicly traded companies. Mark takes your calls. Mark interviews streaming host Bill O'Reilly. Bill discusses shifts in political ideology in California and London. Andrew Cuomo has faced criticism regarding progressive policies such as bail reform. Bill O'Reilly also discusses President Trump's recent visit to China, offering a positive assessment, and describes negotiation strategies related to China. He comments on ongoing risks in Iran, referencing statements by President Trump about potential developments.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The LIRR strike has ended, though some traffic delays remain. Most trains are expected to resume service today. On MSNOW's Morning Joe, Dell's stock was reported as likely to increase in value; some hosts speculated about possible connections to President Trump, but there is no direct evidence supporting these claims. President Trump announced the creation of an Anti-Weaponization Fund to support January 6th defendants who experienced financial losses following prosecution. The fund may also assist lawyers and political figures involved in the cases. Recently, Trump withdrew a $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS concerning the handling of his tax returns. Minority Leader Chuck Schumer commented on the fund during recent remarks. Mark interviews Roger Friedman from Showbiz411. Roger discusses a film recommendation for Memorial Day weekend. The Michael Jackson movie will soon be released in Japan and remains at the top of the box office. Chris Christie attended Bruce Springsteen's concert at Madison Square Garden, which came after rumors of them clashing about politics. Mark Fuhrman, a detective from the O.J. Simpson case, has passed away; Roger Friedman shares his perspective on Fuhrman. Stephen Colbert is preparing for his final shows as host of CBS's The Late Show. Paul McCartney and Billy Joel are scheduled to appear as guests. It has been eight months since the announcement that The Late Show with Stephen Colbert would end, and as of now, there have been no public reports of plans for Colbert. U.S. border crossings are at their lowest levels since the 1990s, and the catch-and-release policy has not been in effect for over ten months. Windmills installed as part of green initiatives over the past decade are presenting challenges in removal and maintenance. James L. Dolan, owner of the Knicks, announced that the Knicks and New York Rangers will become separate publicly traded companies. Mark interviews streaming host Bill O'Reilly. Bill discusses shifts in political ideology in California and London. Andrew Cuomo has faced criticism regarding progressive policies such as bail reform. Bill O'Reilly also discusses President Trump's recent visit to China, offering a positive assessment, and describes negotiation strategies related to China. He comments on ongoing risks in Iran, referencing statements by President Trump about potential developments. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Live May 19, 2026 | Yaron Brook Show(Season 12, Episode 88)US vs. China; Hating AI; Trump Slush Fund; Texas; Iran; Short Selling | Yaron Brook ShowIs America Losing Its Mind? China Rising, AI Panic, Trump Corruption & the Collapse of Economic SanityThe West built the modern world. So why does America suddenly seem determined to sabotage itself?In this explosive episode of the Yaron Brook Show, Yaron takes on the growing geopolitical threat from China, the irrational backlash against AI, Trump's alleged “slush fund” politics, the economic insanity spreading through red states, Iran's long-term ambitions, and why short sellers are essential to functioning markets.Why are politicians attacking AI instead of embracing innovation?Can America compete with China while punishing success and demonizing technology?Are property taxes really the problem—or is government spending the disease?And why do so many people hate the investors who expose fraud and bad businesses?This episode connects the dots between fear, collectivism, corruption, economic ignorance, and the cultural collapse of confidence in reason itself.Watch now: https://youtube.com/live/Y0K_JSjb9a8⏱️ TOPIC TIMESTAMPS00:00 Introduction01:00 US vs. China26:05 Hating AI36:25 Trump Slush Fund46:20 Texas51:45 Iran59:25 Short Selling

U.S. President Donald Trump arrived in Beijing for his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping to great fanfare but left with little to show for it. What does the Trump-Xi summit reveal about the balance of power between the world's two biggest economies? Rana Mitter, a top historian of China, joins FP Live to discuss where the world's most important relationship is headed. Plus, Ravi shares his read on why the Iran war may be Trump's greatest failure.  Ravi Agrawal: Iran Could Be Trump's Greatest Failure James Palmer: The Trump-Xi Summit Was Remarkably Banal Fareed Zakaria: Trump's China Pragmatism Is Welcome Stephen M. Walt: Chinese Hegemony Might Be Happening James Palmer: China Doesn't Always Win When the U.S. Loses Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Danny and Derek welcome back to the show political scientist Thea Riofrancos to talk about the politics of extraction in the global energy transition. They explore the contradictions of green capitalism, the debate over degrowth and abundance, China's role in lithium battery production, the history of lithium batteries, green industrial policy, U.S. oil and gas power, popular resistance to data centers and mining, where the Global South falls in renewable supply chains, and the environmental costs of green development.Be sure to grab a copy of Extraction: The Frontiers of Green Capitalism.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

North Korea is no place for evangelical Christians today. But when journalist Jonathan Cheng peeled back decades he found out Christianity is at the heart of the Kim family's rise to power and continuing dynasty. Cheng has spent 15 years and two trips to North Korea to piece this all together. His book is called Korean Messiah.Jonathan Cheng is the China bureau chief for The Wall Street Journal, and was previously the Korea bureau chief, running coverage of the Korean peninsula, including politics and society in both North and South Korea.

Peter Carlsson is Co-founder and former CEO of Northvolt, the European battery manufacturing company that raised more than $13 billion to build a homegrown battery supply chain for Europe, before filing for bankruptcy at the end of 2024. Before Northvolt, Carlsson spent more than a decade at Ericsson building global supply chains and later served as VP of Supply Chain at Tesla during the launch of the Model S. In this live episode of Inevitable from the AENU Summit in Berlin, Carlsson reflects on the rise and fall of Northvolt, the realities of competing with China's electro-industrial stack, and what Europe still gets right in manufacturing and innovation. Peter breaks down why batteries became strategically essential to Europe, what operational challenges slowed Northvolt's scale-up, and how changing EV markets, policy shifts, and financing pressures compounded those problems. Carlsson also mentions his new ventures: Aris Machina, an agentic operating system for manufacturing and Sonder Labs, a sodium-ion battery company focused on building chemistry and supply chains less dependent on China. He talks about AI-driven manufacturing, industrial automation, battery geopolitics, and where Europe can still compete in the next generation of energy and hardware systems.  Episode recorded on April 28 2026 (Published on May 19, 2026).  In this episode, we cover:  (0:00) What happened at Northvolt (2:33) Takeaways from Ericsson and Tesla on factory operations (5:52) Why Europe needed a battery champion like Northvolt (7:01) Northvolt's strategy (8:47) The fall of Northvolt (12:23) The decision Peter wishes he had made differently (15:46) Was Northvolt's chemistry bet a mistake? (17:29) Sonder Labs: The promise of sodium-ion batteries (21:42) Can Europe still compete with China in batteries? (24:05) Aris Machina: AI agents for manufacturing operations (27:31) How AI changes factory productivity and the labor market (29:05) Data sovereignty, AI infrastructure and software challenge (32:35) Industrial automation, precision manufacturing, and fusion (34:48) Where Europe still wins (36:01) Final thoughts on Europe's industrial future Enjoyed this episode? Please leave us a review! Share feedback or suggest future topics and guests at info@mcj.vc.Connect with MCJ:Cody Simms on LinkedInVisit mcj.vcSubscribe to the MCJ Newsletter*Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant

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By the end of the 1880s, Dunbar was one of the most respected and influential members of Portland's business community, and a member of the Arlington Club. But all was not well with him. It's not clear what happened to push Dunbar over the edge into industrial-scale criminal enterprise. It may have been the death of his wife. It may also have been the influence of Nat Blum, a flamboyant cigar-store owner who was a junior partner in Merchants Steamship Co. Or maybe he was criminally inclined all along, believing on a philosophical level that the U.S. government had no right to tell him what he could and could not do with his steamships. Or, maybe he just hated waste. After all, nobody in Portland was buying shiploads of Chinese goods; each time one of his steamships left Portland, loaded with grain bound for buyers in China, it had to sail back home in ballast. Not only was the return trip wasted, but Dunbar had to pay draymen to load and unload the ballast rocks that would keep the ship stable and safe. We can imagine him thinking about this: What cargo could I bring from China to Portland, on the return voyages, after bringing wheat from Portland to China? And we can imagine him realizing that there were two cargoes that would be extremely lucrative for him: People, and opium. (For text and pictures, see https://offbeatoregon.com/22-12.blum-dunbar-opium-smugglers-616.html)

0:30 - Mamdani rolls out 5 city-owned grocery stores with his version of Reagan's 9 scariest words 17:28 - Pritzker criticizes BLM Brandon for having no plan on Bears 34:47 - San Diego mosque shooting 54:14 - PCA 01:12:04 - In-depth History with Frank from Arlington Heights 01:15:26 - Founder & Principal Broker for HealthInsuranceMentors.com, C Steven Tucker, is hopeful the addition of Mark Cuban to the Trump Rx team will help drive prescriptions costs down 01:37:19 - Founder of Wirepoints Mark Glennon declares that in Illinois “it’s open season on the equity in your house” 01:51:26 - Senior writer for the Dispatch, David Drucker, looks at the midterms and Thomas Massie’s chances in KY tonight. Keep updated with David on X @DavidMDrucker 02:10:52 - Former United States Deputy Undersecretary of Defense & contributor to the Washington Times, Jed Babbin: “We have a basic problem with China that won’t be solved with nice words”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In this episode of the Explaining History podcast, Nick sets the scene for an upcoming interview with historian Murray Pittock on The Shortest History of Scotland, reflecting on the current wave of nationalist politics across Scotland, Wales, and Ireland—and how these movements connect to wider shifts in British and English identity.From there, Nick turns to global affairs, unpacking the stark contrast between Richard Nixon's landmark visit to China and Donald Trump's far more troubled encounter with Beijing. What did Nixon understand about power, diplomacy, and long-term strategy that seems absent today?The episode explores the tangled relationship between the United States, China, and Iran, looking at how recent events may signal a shift in global power—and what that means for American influence, its allies, and the future of international politics.Explaining History helps you understand the 20th Century through critical conversations and expert interviews. We connect the past to the present. If you enjoy the show, please subscribe and share.▸ Support the Show & Get Exclusive ContentBecome a Patron: patreon.com/explaininghistory▸ Join the Community & Continue the ConversationFacebook Group: facebook.com/groups/ExplainingHistoryPodcastSubstack: theexplaininghistorypodcast.substack.com▸ Read Articles & Go DeeperWebsite: explaininghistory.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the past week, there were ceasefires announced in Russia/Ukraine, Iran and Lebanon. But did that stop the fighting in any of those locations? Dr. Janice Stein from the Munk School at the University of Toronto joins us for her weekly conversation about our changing world. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Our Kristina Partsinevelos breaks down why chips look overbought and overstretched and what it means for the broader AI trade. Brij Khurana of Wellington Management explains the latest move in bond yields and what fixed income markets are signaling about growth and inflation. Eric Johnston, Chief Equity and Macro Strategist at Cantor Fitzgerald, assesses the broader market backdrop and where investors should position next. Google takes center stage after its latest I/O event. Our Mackenzie Sigalos is live on the scene, highlighting highlights key announcements while Mark Mahaney of Evercore discusses Google's push deeper into AI and why the stock is approaching a $5 trillion market cap. Plus, China's humanoid robot push. Our Eunice Yoon reports on a new robotics school designed to accelerate development. Chad Anderson of Space Capital previews a possible SpaceX IPO prospectus and what it could mean for private markets and investor demand. Finally David Bellinger previews earnings from Target and Walmart and what they could reveal about the state of the consumer. Our Contessa Brewer closes the show with the latest on Polymarket's deal with Nasdaq and the growing role of prediction markets in finance. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Online-Portal zur Beantragung von staatlicher Förderung für neue Elektro-Autos freigeschaltet, Bundeskanzler Merz diskutiert bei Besuch der SPD-Fraktion über geplante Reformvorhaben, Attacken auf Mitglieder politischer Parteien nehmen zu, Nach Ausbruch des Ebola-Virus in Afrika: Patient wird in Deutschland behandelt, Russischer Präsident Putin auf Staatsbesuch in China, Europaparlament verleiht erstmals Europäischen Verdienstorden, Bundeslandwirtschaftsministerium veröffentlicht Waldzustandsbericht, Nach Hauseinsturz in Görlitz wird nach drei vermissten Personen gesucht, Schauspieler Alexander Held im Alter von 67 Jahren gestorben, Manuel Neuer steht im Tor der National-Elf bei der kommenden Fußball-Weltmeisterschaft, Das Wetter

What's your favorite hobby – music, travel, or something else? In this episode of Takeaway Chinese, you'll discover some of the trendiest hobbies among young people in China right now! Join us to learn useful expressions, fun cultural insights, and everyday vocabulary! On the show: Niu Honglin & Steve. (02:22) Describe your hobbies in Chinese. (12:36) What are some trending hobbies in China?

Welcome to The China Code, where every two weeks we break down a trending Chinese internet buzzword. Today's phrase: 祛魅 （qū mèi） – stripping away the "filter" and seeing the truth underneath. Have you ever finally gotten something you deeply wanted – only to realize it felt… more ordinary than you imagined? In China, more and more young people are using the word 祛魅 to describe that moment when the filter comes off and reality comes into focus. Let's talk about why people are "demystifying" the modern dream, and what happens when we stop chasing the fantasy and start seeing things as they really are. CONTACT THE TEAM We'd love to hear your feedback or suggestions for future buzzwords! Email: crilearnchinese@gmail.com Facebook: @crilearnchinese TikTok: @takeaway.chinese

A WBAI panel with Jenna Flanagan discusses Trump leaving China with little to show, Iran peace talks remaining fragile, and Israel's continued attacks in Gaza and Lebanon despite ceasefires.Subscribe to our Newsletter:https://politicsdoneright.com/newsletterPurchase our Books: As I See It: https://amzn.to/3XpvW5o How To Make AmericaUtopia: https://amzn.to/3VKVFnG It's Worth It: https://amzn.to/3VFByXP Lose Weight And BeFit Now: https://amzn.to/3xiQK3K Tribulations of anAfro-Latino Caribbean man: https://amzn.to/4c09rbE

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On today's Strategy Series program, sponsored by General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Nigel Inkster, a former director of operations and intelligence at Britain's Secret Intelligence Service who is now a senior adviser for Cyber Security and China at the International Institute for Strategic Studies, joins Defense & Aerospace Report Editor Vago Muradian to review President Trump's summit meeting with Xi Jinping last week and what to expect from the Chinese leader's meeting with Vladimir Putin this week in Beijing; the implications of Trump executing his “grand bargain” that trades Taiwan for stability in the Indo-Pacific; whether Washington's mixed messages and depleted arsenal increases the prospect of conflict; the lessons Beijing has taken from US actions in Venezuela and Iran; how Beijing is capitalizing on the Washington's focused efforts to shatter the rules-based order created in the wake of World War II to prevent another global conflict; the dissolution of that rules-based order and whether Beijing has the will use its vast resources to enact a new order that supplants the United States; and the impact of AI on cybersecurity.

Welcome to this Tuesday edition of RealAg radio with your host Shaun Haney! Today on the show, Haney is joined by Jim Wiesemeyer of Wiesemeyer's Perspectives to unpack fertilizer affordability and the impacts of President Trump’s trip to China. Kee Jim of GK Jim Farms also joins Haney to discuss cattle traceability concerns. 00:00 -... Read More

Fresh off President Trump’s trip to China, the initial lack of details sparked a negative reaction from analysts and traders. Monday, however, saw a quick reversal in market direction as broad agriculture grain/oilseed commodity markets moved higher following the White House’s weekend release of a fact sheet outlining elements of the agreement. Livestock markets, meanwhile,... Read More

Welcome to this Tuesday edition of RealAg radio with your host Shaun Haney! Today on the show, Haney is joined by Jim Wiesemeyer of Wiesemeyer's Perspectives to unpack fertilizer affordability and the impacts of President Trump’s trip to China. Kee Jim of GK Jim Farms also joins Haney to discuss cattle traceability concerns. 00:00 -... Read More

Join the Conversation at 303-477-5600 or text to 307-200-8222 Monday - Friday from 3 pm - 6 pm MT. https://RushToReason.com HOUR 1 Political Scandals, Broken Trust, And The Battle For Control Of Time. Hour 1 of Rush To Reason kicks off with John Rush and Hunter from Cub Creek Heating & Air Conditioning tackling Colorado's unpredictable weather and what it means for your home. Learn how to stay comfortable, no matter what Mother Nature throws your way. Next, John dives into explosive political controversy with an emotional take on the arrest of Weld County GOP Chairman Hunter Rivera. He digs into issues of political accountability, frustration over party “grifters,” and the dangers of mob mentality on social media. The conversation pulls back the curtain on the real drama shaping Colorado politics. The second half of the hour features Bill Korman, author of The 168 Game, as he and John unpack why so many people feel overwhelmed, even with productivity tools at their fingertips. From time ownership and AI automation to leadership hacks and the pitfalls of social media, get ready for strategies you can actually use. John even shares his own secrets for juggling a packed schedule without relying on to-do lists. Timestamps 1:08 Hunter - https://www.cubcreekhvac.com/ 28:53 Bill Korman - https://www.bill-korman.com/ HOUR 2 Trump, Boebert, And The Republican Battle Nobody Needed Hour 2 of Rush To Reason opens with John Rush sharing his real-world hacks for mastering time and staying productive—no to-do lists required. The spotlight then turns to Colorado politics, with hot takes on Trump's feud with Lauren Boebert, the future of MAGA, and why the governor's race could spell trouble for Republicans. Richard Rush jumps in to break down the Broncos' tough season ahead, the Avalanche's Stanley Cup hopes, and how AI is taking over NFL scheduling. You'll also hear a review of the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid XSE and a no-holds-barred debate on Trump's controversial comments about China. Timestamps 26:53 - Richard Rush - Sports and Automotive Analysis 42:28 - Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid XSE Review HOUR 3 Faith, Freedom, Political Reality, And The Fracturing Of Colorado Republicans. Hour 3 of Rush To Reason opens with a compelling conversation about faith and America's founding, as John Rush and author Cynthia Scott dig into the spiritual roots of the Constitution and why the nation's 250th birthday is about more than fireworks. The hour then heats up with fiery takes on Colorado's governor's race, Republican infighting, and how third-party candidates could upend the political landscape. Listener calls and debates tackle Trump, rising gas prices, and the realities facing conservatives in 2026. Timestamps 1:09 — Cynthia Scott — Book ➡️https://godourfounder.com/ / https://freedom250.org/

Trump's Billionaire Bros trip to China just ended… So we got the receipts on the deals.Burberry is surging on summer Scarf Bars (real thing)… We call it a “Backup Dancer Strategy.”Ford just became a mini-meme energy stock… Because Cuba ran outta oil.Plus, the return of the $10 cocktail?... It's a Deflation Sensation.$F $BURBY $SPYNEWSLETTER:https://tboypod.com/newsletter OUR 2ND SHOW:Want more business storytelling from us? Check our weekly deepdive show, The Best Idea Yet: The untold origin story of the products you're obsessed with. Listen for free to The Best Idea Yet: https://wondery.com/links/the-best-idea-yet/NEW LISTENERSFill out our 2 minute survey: https://qualtricsxm88y5r986q.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_dp1FDYiJgt6lHy6GET ON THE POD: Submit a shoutout or fact: https://tboypod.com/shoutouts SOCIALS:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tboypod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tboypodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tboypod Linkedin (Nick): https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolas-martell/Linkedin (Jack): https://www.linkedin.com/in/jack-crivici-kramer/Anything else: https://tboypod.com/ About Us: The daily pop-biz news show making today's top stories your business. Formerly known as Robinhood Snacks, The Best One Yet is hosted by Jack Crivici-Kramer & Nick Martell. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.