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This week, Asif is in France on his sabbatical. To commemorate this, the guys give each other a quiz on France. Ali starts off by quizzing Asif about French culture and cuisine (4:55). They discuss croissants, Bouillabaisse,  Versailles, and French greetings. Then Asif quizzes Ali about medicine in France (22:57) including the advent of teaching in hospitals, pasteurization, the guillotine (!), as well as a lightning round.  The opinions expressed are those of the hosts, and do not reflect those of any other organizations. This podcast and website represents the opinions of the hosts. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for entertainment and informational purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.    Music courtesy of Wataboi and 8er41 from Pixabay   Contact us at doctorvcomedian@gmail.com   Follow us on Social media: Twitter: @doctorvcomedian Instagram:  doctorvcomedian   Show Notes: Revolutionary hospital medicine: https://www.sciencemuseum.org.uk/objects-and-stories/medicine/revolutionary-hospital-medicine 10 Most Influential French Doctors Throughout History: https://medium.com/heritage-digest/10-most-influential-french-doctors-throughout-history-523cc4d99b15

Welcome to episode 63 of Shack Together! We're joined by special guest David Craddock to discuss his review of DOOM: The Dark Ages, who shares insights from his extensive time with the entry's new parry mechanics and combat mechanics. Afterward, we dive into everyone's favorite "DOOM: The Darth Plagueis" segment, where we compare and contrast the lore between DOOM and Star Wars universes, from ancient civilizations and powerful artifacts to legendary warriors and dimensional portals. In Story Time, we cover the crew's most recent PAX East previews including Shadow Labyrinth's Metroidvania-meets-Pac-Man approach and FBC: Firebreak's return to the Bureau of Control. Industry news brings significant developments with Take-Two's optimism for Nintendo Switch 2, Microsoft's 3% workforce reduction, and Sony's $1.7 billion share buyback program. We also discuss Palworld's monster glider removal and Epic Games' official Fortnite iOS submission. And that's all for today's show! Thanks as always for listening and enjoy!   Timestamps 00:01:09 NBA Playoffs Update   00:04:02 It's Shack Together!   00:04:42 David's Games: Doom: The Dark Ages, WWE 2K25   00:34:21 Joe's Games: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Fragpunk   00:42:47 Asif's Games: DOOM: The Dark Ages, Blue Prince, F-Zero 99   00:49:47 Doom: The Darth Plageuis   01:06:13 Story Time!   01:06:18 Previews: Tony Hawk 3+4, Shadow Lbyrinth, Hank: Drowning on Dry Land, Patapon 1+2, Battle Train, God Save Birmingham, FBC: Firebreak, Gex Trilogy   01:27:04 Reviews: DOOM: The Dark Ages, The Midnight Walk, Capcom Fighting Collection 2, Deedlee Doo! Carkour!   01:37:24 News: Mafia: The Old Country Release Date, Palword Concessions to Nintendo, NTDOY Sales Forecast, Bam Margera in THPS3+4, Fortnite Submitted to iOS   01:43:38 Industry News: Twitter AI, TTWO Q4 Earnings, Microsoft Layoffs, Super Mario World, Sony Supply Chain out of China, Sony Share Buyback   02:02:15 Community Notes     Articles mentioned in this episode DOOM: The Dark Ages review Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4 preview Shadow Labyrinth PAX East preview FBC: Firebreak hands-on preview Bam Margera confirmed for THPS 3+4 Palworld removes monster glider mechanics Take-Two CEO on Nintendo Switch 2 Microsoft laying off 3% of workers Sony announces $1.7B share buyback Epic Games submits Fortnite to Apple

This episode we are joined by Asif Aziz, Retail Director at EE. We discussed his career journey from a teenage market stall trader to helping lead the retail offering of one of Britain's most well-known names, why it has doubled down on bricks-and-mortar with its experiential stores and his advice for retailers looking to follow suit.

If you are in crisis or concerned about someone text 9-8-8 in the USA or Canada or visit suicide prevention.ca    This week is children's mental health week, and so today Asif and Ali welcome physician and researcher Dr. Daphne Korczak to discuss the important topic of suicide in children and youth. They discuss the changing language around suicide, how common it is and the complex risk factors for it. They guys also ask Dr. Korczak about how the Covid-19 pandemic impacted suicide rates, as well as the differences between males and females . Dr. Korczak then gives practical tips for parents about how to address thoughts of self harm in their children. They then discuss ongoing efforts regarding suicide prevention. They also discuss the link between cardiovascular health and depression   The opinions expressed are those of the hosts, and do not reflect those of any other organizations. This podcast and website represents the opinions of the hosts. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for entertainment and informational purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.    Music courtesy of Wataboi and 8er41 from Pixabay   Contact us at doctorvcomedian@gmail.com   Follow us on Social media: Twitter: @doctorvcomedian Instagram:  doctorvcomedian   Show Notes: Canadian Association for Suicide Prevention: https://suicideprevention.ca/

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Welcome to episode 62 of Shack Together! We're joined by special guest TJ Denzer to break down the newly released GTA VI trailer and discuss its May 2026 delay announcement. Our game segment features "GTA Which?", testing our knowledge of Grand Theft Auto series firsts, from GTA III's groundbreaking 3D world to GTA V's character-switching mechanics. Major announcements dominate today's news, including Destiny 2: The Edge of Fate's July 2025 release date and Gears of War: Reloaded coming in August 2025. Meanwhile, the industry sees significant financial developments with EA's strong Q4 bookings and AMD facing $1.5 billion in revenue impacts due to chip sale restrictions. In Story Time, we explore The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered's review and discuss GameStop Canada's acquisition by Stephan Tetrault. Electronic Arts and AMD's earnings reports reveal interesting trends in gaming industry financials, with EA spending $2.5 billion on share buybacks in FY25. And that's all for today's show! Thanks as always for listening and enjoy!   Timestamps 00:01:03 NBA Playoffs   00:05:58 It's Shack Together!   00:08:08 TJ's Games: EVE Vanguard, Fatal Fury   00:19:49 Joe's Games: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, GTA IV   00:27:25 Asif's Games: Blue Prince, F-Zero 99, Schedule I   00:40:28 GTA Which?   00:54:58 Story Time!   00:55:02 News: GTA VI Trailer, Destiny 2: The Edge of Fate, Gears of War: Reloaded Announced, teamLFG Studio, Split Fiction Sales   01:28:27 Previews: EVE Vanguard   01:35:39 Reviews: Oblivion Remastered, Tempest Rising   01:39:05 Industry News: GameStop Canada Acquisition, EA Earnings, AMD Earnings   01:46:38 Community Notes   Articles mentioned in this episode GTA 6 Trailer 2 highlights GTA 6 delayed to May 26, 2026 Destiny 2: The Edge of Fate expansion release date Gears of War: Reloaded announcement The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered review Stephan Tetrault GameStop Canada acquisition Electronic Arts Q4 FY25 earnings results EA stock buybacks FY25 AMD Q1 2025 earnings results AMD revenue hit from China restrictions

We've casually known Asif for a while now (he was even on an early live episode of the show), but after DEVOURING Deli Boys, we had to have him on for a real chat! And maybe you also know Asif from his stand-up or from WandaVision, Agatha All Along or Shrinking? Well, either way, we get into it today - we figure out what Asif's void is like and what fills it up, growing up in Arizona as the only Indian family in town, living Entourage, and asking the question, "When is this wife?" PLUS, obvi, we answer YOUR advice questions! If you'd like to ask your own advice questions, call 323-524-7839 and leave a VM or just DM us on IG or Twitter!*Donate to displaced black families of the LA fires here* (Yes, still!)ALSO BUY A BRAND NEW CUTE AF "Open Your Hearts, Loosen Your Butts" mug! And:Support the show on Patreon (two extra exclusive episodes a month!) or gift someone a Patreon subscription! Or get yourself a t-shirt or a discounted Quarantine Crew shirt! And why not leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts? Or Spotify? It takes less than a minute! Follow the show on Instagram! Check out CT clips on YouTube!Plus some other stuff! Watch Naomi's Netflix half hour or Mythic Quest! Check out Andy's old casiopop band's lost album or his other podcast Beginnings!Theme song by the great Sammus! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today, Asif and Ali discuss the career of the late actor Val Kilmer (1:05). The guys start off by discussing the 2023 documentary about Kilmer entitled ‘Val'. They discuss Val's early life and the tragic death of his younger brother from epilepsy. They discuss Kilmer's early successes and how he was the youngest person admitted to Julliard in the drama department. They then go over their favourite Kilmer movies including ‘Top Secret', ‘Top Gun' (which Asif still hasn't seen), ‘Willow','The Doors', ‘True Romance'.  ‘Tombstone', ‘Batman Forever',  ‘Heat', ‘The Island of Dr. Moreau', ‘The Saint', ‘Kiss Kiss, Bang Bang', and ‘MacGruber'.    They then discuss his battle with throat cancer  27:06) and how Kilmer's Christian Science beliefs influenced his treatment decisions. Ali then asks Asif about throat cancer. Asif describes what it is, how commonly it is seen. He then discusses the common symptoms and risk factors. Asif goes over how it is diagnosed, the treatment and the prognosis.    The opinions expressed are those of the hosts, and do not reflect those of any other organizations. This podcast and website represents the opinions of the hosts. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for entertainment and informational purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.    Music courtesy of Wataboi and 8er41 from Pixabay   Contact us at doctorvcomedian@gmail.com   Follow us on Social media: Twitter: @doctorvcomedian Instagram:  doctorvcomedian   Show Notes: Val: https://a24films.com/docs/val WTF with Marc Maron: https://www.wtfpod.com/podcast/episode-901-sean-penn-lynn-shelton Val Kilmer, star of Top Gun and Batman Forever, dead at 65: https://www.cbc.ca/news/entertainment/val-kilmer-obituary-1.7499709 Laryngeal Cancer: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK526076/ Laryngeal Cancer: https://cancer.ca/en/cancer-information/cancer-types/laryngeal

Welcome to episode 61 of Shack Together! We're joined by special guest Ozzie Mejia to discuss Microsoft's surprising Xbox price hikes and dive into this week's massive list of tech earnings reports. EA enacts significant shifts with Respawn Entertainment announcing layoffs and game cancellations, while impressive sales figures roll in for titles like Oblivion Remastered, Elden Ring, and more. Today's show features our "Warframe or Soreblame" segment, testing the crew's knowledge of the popular free-to-play game's extensive weapons arsenal, from the widely-used Tenet Envoy to the fan-favorite Opticor. Ozzie also shares insights from his interview with Towerborne's Game Director about the game's Xbox debut and future plans. In Story Time, we cover major industry developments including Fortnite's return to iOS, Apple's court ruling in the Epic Games case, and Nintendo's latest (and perhaps final) System Update preparing for Switch 2. The tech sector dominates our industry news with comprehensive earnings reports from Meta, Microsoft, Amazon, and Apple, revealing significant developments in gaming revenue, AI initiatives, and hardware sales. And that's all for today's show! Thanks as always for listening and enjoy!   Timestamps 00:01:09 Intro 00:10:44 It's Shack Together! 00:11:26 Ozzie's Games: Star Wars Outlaws 00:19:25 Joe's Game: Selling The Xbox 00:21:45 Asif's Games: Blue Prince, F-Zero 99 00:40:24 Warframe or Soreblame 00:49:29 Previews: Towerborne, Wartorn 00:53:54 Reviews: Shotgun Cop Man, Skin Deep 00:58:48 Gaming News: Oblivion Remastered Sales, Clair Obscur Sales, Elden Ring Sales, RE4 Sales, Xbox Price Hikes, Fortnite Mobile Returns, Nintendo Switch V20 01:24:11 Industry News: Respawn Layoffs, Tesla Seeks to Oust Musk, Meta Earnings, Microsoft Earnings, Amazon Earnings, Apple Earnings 01:48:48 Community Notes   Articles mentioned in this episode Towerborne Xbox Game Preview interview Xbox console & game price increase Respawn Entertainment layoffs & cancellations The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion 4 million players Elden Ring 30 million copies sold Fortnite mobile return to US iOS App Store Nintendo Switch Update 20.0.0 Microsoft Q3 FY25 Gaming revenue Meta Reality Labs Q1 2025 earnings Apple Q2 FY25 earnings results

In this episode of Gradient Dissent, host Lukas Biewald talks with Sualeh Asif, the CPO and co-founder of Cursor, one of the fastest-growing and most loved AI-powered coding platforms. Sualeh shares the story behind Cursor's creation, the technical and design decisions that set it apart, and how AI models are changing the way we build software. They dive deep into infrastructure challenges, the importance of speed and user experience, and how emerging trends in agents and reasoning models are reshaping the developer workflow.Sualeh also discusses scaling AI inference to support hundreds of millions of requests per day, building trust through product quality, and his vision for how programming will evolve in the next few years.⏳Timestamps:00:00 How Cursor got started and why it took off04:50 Switching from Vim to VS Code and the rise of CoPilot08:10 Why Cursor won among competitors: product philosophy and execution10:30 How user data and feedback loops drive Cursor's improvements12:20 Iterating on AI agents: what made Cursor hold back and wait13:30 Competitive coding background: advantage or challenge?16:30 Making coding fun again: latency, flow, and model choices19:10 Building Cursor's infrastructure: from GPUs to indexing billions of files26:00 How Cursor prioritizes compute allocation for indexing30:00 Running massive ML infrastructure: surprises and scaling lessons34:50 Why Cursor chose DeepSeek models early36:00 Where AI agents are heading next40:07 Debugging and evaluating complex AI agents42:00 How coding workflows will change over the next 2–3 years46:20 Dream future projects: AI for reading codebases and papers

This is the Catchup on 3 Things by The Indian Express and I'm Flora Swain.Today is the 29th of April and here are today's headlines.The Jammu and Kashmir government has closed nearly 50 tourist destinations and trekking routes in the Valley following the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam. Citing inadequate security, popular sites like Gurez Valley, Bangus, Verinag, Yusmarg, and Dodapathri are now off-limits to tourists. The decision comes after an attack last Tuesday left 25 tourists and one local dead. Authorities said the closures are temporary and based solely on tourist safety. Destinations with adequate security, including parts of Pahalgam and Gulmarg, remain open, though movement within them will be closely monitored.India lashed out at Pakistan at the UN over the recent Pahalgam attack, citing Defence Minister Khwaja Asif's public admission of supporting terror groups. Speaking at the launch of VoTAN, Ambassador Yojna Patel criticized Pakistan for using the UN platform for baseless propaganda. She pointed to Asif's TV confession as further evidence of Pakistan's role in fostering terrorism. Patel called Pakistan a “rogue state” that fuels global instability and urged the global community to stop turning a blind eye to its actions, especially in light of recent attacks targeting Indian civilians.Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge urged Prime Minister Modi to convene a special Parliament session to address the Pahalgam terror attack. In a letter, Kharge said the move would show united political resolve against terrorism. Meanwhile, ceasefire violations along the LoC continued for the fifth straight night, with Pakistan extending unprovoked fire from Kupwara and Baramulla to Poonch and Akhnoor. The Congress call and border flare-ups come amid heightened tensions with Pakistan, following the deadly Pahalgam attack that killed 26 people, including 25 tourists.The Supreme Court said there's nothing inherently wrong with a country using spyware for national security, but the key issue is against whom it's used. Justice Surya Kant made the remark while hearing petitions linked to the 2021 Pegasus spyware controversy. Petitioners alleged the Israeli-made surveillance tool was used on journalists, politicians, and activists. Senior Advocate Dinesh Dwivedi argued that even if phones weren't hacked, the government's possession of such spyware raises serious concerns. The case continues to raise critical questions about privacy and the limits of state surveillance in a democracy.Prime Minister Mark Carney's Liberal Party won Canada's federal election but fell short of a clear majority, needing 172 of 343 seats. The campaign, shadowed by U.S. President Donald Trump's annexation remarks and trade tension, ended with Carney needing coalition support to govern. India's PM Narendra Modi congratulated Carney on X, reaffirming strong ties rooted in democracy and rule of law. With a minority mandate, Carney faces challenges in pushing reforms through Parliament, setting the stage for complex political negotiations in the days ahead.That's all for today. This was the CatchUp on 3 Things by The Indian Express.

Amnesty International accuses Israel of 'live-streamed genocide' in Gaza Amnesty International, in a report, accuses Israel of perpetrating a “live-streamed genocide” in Gaza, underlining systematic mass slaughter, starvation and ruthless displacement of Palestinians. "States watched on as if powerless, as Israel killed thousands upon thousands of Palestinians, wiping out entire multigenerational families, destroying homes, livelihoods, hospitals, and schools,""Amnesty's Secretary General Agnes Callamard said. With 1.9 million Palestinians driven from their homes, Amnesty described Israel's invasion as an “engineered humanitarian apocalypse.” Amnesty also highlights escalating violence and apartheid in the occupied West Bank. UNHCR slams UN Security Council for 'chronic failure' to stop wars The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees chief Filippo Grandi criticised the UN Security Council for its chronic failure to prevent global violence, accusing the body of neglecting its responsibility to uphold peace. "This is a season of war. This is a time of crisis. From Sudan to Ukraine, from the Sahel to Myanmar, from the Democratic Republic of Congo to Haiti, violence has become the defining currency of our age," Grandi said, pointing to escalating crises across the world. He warned that cuts to humanitarian aid are already costing lives and jeopardising millions. Grandi demanded urgent action, urging the Council to stop hiding behind diplomatic failures and take real risks to end conflict and protect civilians. Pakistan warns of imminent Indian incursion after Kashmir attack Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif warns of an imminent military incursion by New Delhi following last week's deadly attack on tourists in India-administered Kashmir. Tensions between the two neighbours have escalated, with Asif citing India's growing aggressive rhetoric. The attack, which killed 26 people, triggered calls for action against Pakistan, despite a lack of proof of involvement, while Islamabad called for a neutral investigation. While Pakistan remains on high alert, Asif stressed that nuclear weapons would only be used in self-defence. International calls for de-escalation continue, including from Türkiye and China. Liberal Party secures victory in Canada's election: projections Prime Minister Mark Carney's Liberal Party has won Canada's election, according to projections from CBC and CTV News. While it remains unclear whether the party will secure a majority, Carney's team is expected to form the next government. The election saw US President Donald Trump's comments, including a suggestion of Canada joining the US, influence the race. Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre criticised Trump's interference, reaffirming Canada's sovereignty. Carney, who recently replaced Justin Trudeau, has emphasised the need for stability and calm leadership. Iberian Peninsula in chaos as power outage hits Spain, Portugal A colossal power outage plunged Spain, Portugal, and Andorra into chaos on Monday, disrupting daily life across the Iberian Peninsula. By Tuesday, Spain had managed to restore power to half the country, with a full recovery imminent. Portugal's Prime Minister Luis Montenegro hinted that the catastrophe likely stemmed from Spain, though the cause remains shrouded in mystery. European Council President Antonio Costa dismissed any cyberattack claims, but the hunt for answers continues. The unprecedented blackout also sent shockwaves through parts of France, leaving authorities scrambling for answers.

Today, Asif and Ali discuss ultraprocessed foods (no medical topic today). To start off, Asif quizzes Ali about his favorite snack foods (1:29). Then Ali gives Asif a quiz on ultraprocessed foods from the New York Times. They then discuss the obesity epidemic and the the theory that ultraprocessed foods may have contributed to this (25;17). They then go over the NOVA food classification system and give examples of ultraprocessed foods. Asif discusses how often people consume ultraprocessed foods and the scientific evidence that these might be detrimental to health. Finally, Asif and Ali discuss recommendations for trying to decrease your intake of ultraprocessed foods.    The opinions expressed are those of the hosts, and do not reflect those of any other organizations. This podcast and website represents the opinions of the hosts. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for entertainment and informational purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.   Music courtesy of Wataboi and 8er41 from Pixabay   Contact us at doctorvcomedian@gmail.com   Follow us on Social media: Twitter: @doctorvcomedian/ Instagram: doctorvcomedian   Show Notes: Are the Foods in Your Cart Ultraprocessed? https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2025/01/05/well/eat/ultraprocessed-foods-challenge-quiz.html Why Is the American Diet So Deadly? https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2025/01/13/why-is-the-american-diet-so-deadly Ultra-Processed Diets Cause Excess Calorie Intake and Weight Gain: An Inpatient Randomized Controlled Trial of Ad Libitum Food Intake: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31105044/ Ultra-processed food exposure and adverse health outcomes: umbrella review of epidemiological meta-analyses: https://www.bmj.com/content/384/bmj-2023-077310 What doctors wish patients knew about ultraprocessed foods: https://www.ama-assn.org/delivering-care/public-health/what-doctors-wish-patients-knew-about-ultraprocessed-foods#

Welcome to episode 60 of Shack Together! We're joined by special guest Sam Chandler as we discuss the surprise release of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered and dive into the ongoing Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order situation, where demand has far exceeded Nintendo's launch supply expectations. Today's show features our Video Game Character Draft segment, where we select from an impressive roster including iconic figures like Lara Croft, Master Chief, and Samus Aran. Meanwhile, F-Zero 99 receives a substantial Ver. 1.6.0 update, adding Mini World Tour mode, new decals, and additional customization options. In Story Time, we explore Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny's remaster preview and review several new releases including Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves. We also cover major industry news with Discord's CEO resignation, Remedy's FBC: Firebreak release date announcement, and Ghost of Yotei's October 2025 launch window. And that's all for today's show! Thanks as always for listening and enjoy!   Timestamps 00:01:00 NFL Draft 00:09:55 It's Shack Together! 00:10:52 Sam's Games: Marathon, Oblivion Remastered, Blue Prince 00:36:36 Asif's Games: Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, F-Zero 99 00:43:08 Video Game Character Draft 01:00:28 Story Time! 01:00:33 Previews: Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny Remaster 01:02:20 Reviews: Clair Obscur, Steel Seed, The Hundred Line - Last Defense Academy, Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves 01:17:52 News: Nintendo Switch 2 Preorders, Phasmophobia Sales, Ghost of Yotei Release Date, Oblivion Remastered Shadow Drop, FBC: Firebreak Release Date Announced 01:35:58 Industry: Discord Co-Founder Resigns, TSLA Earnings, GOOGL Earnings 01:41:16 Community Notes   Articles mentioned in this episode F-Zero 99 Ver. 1.6.0 patch notes Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny Remastered preview Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 review Nintendo Switch 2 launch supply Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order volume The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered is out now Remedy FBC: Firebreak release date Ghost of Yotei release date Discord Jason Citron CEO resignation Google Q1 2025 earnings results

This is the Catch Up on 3 Things by The Indian Express and I am Ichha SHarmaIt is the 23rd of April and here are today's headlines.Expressing anguish over the Pahalgam terror attack that killed at least 26 people, Union Minister Amit Shah on X said, quote “Bharat will not bend to terror. The culprits of this dastardly terror attack will not be spared. With a heavy heart, pay last respects to the deceased.” unquote. Shah also met the survivors and assured them that the perpetrators of the dastardly act would be brought to justice. Meanwhile, the Jammu and Kashmir government announced Rs 10 lakh ex gratia for each deceased's family; Rs 2 lakh for the seriously injured and Rs 1 lakh for injured victims. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to hold a key meeting with the Cabinet Committee on Security in the first half of the day, wherein India will formulate its response and defence strategy.Meanwhile, Pakistan's Defence Minister Khwaja Asif claimed today that they have nothing to do with the incident in which at least 25 tourists were killed and several others were injured. Indian officials, however, are not convinced by Pakistan's denial since the initial probe has suggested the presence of foreigners as part of the group of militants who opened fire at the civilians. At least 25 tourists and a Valley resident were shot dead Tuesday at a meadow near Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir in the deadliest terror attack on civilians in the country since the Mumbai 26/11 shootings. Asif told a Pakistan TV channel about the Pahalgam attack. “We have absolutely nothing to do with it. We reject terrorism in all its forms and everywhere.” The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation last week demolished most of the Digambar Jain temple in Vile Parle in the city's western suburbs, triggering outrage and protests among members of the community, as well as politicians across parties. Under pressure, the civic administration transferred the assistant municipal commissioner in charge of the BMC's K/East ward office, which had carried out the demolition. Civic and court records accessed and evaluated by The Indian Express show that the first notice for demolishing the allegedly illegal structure was issued to the temple trust back in 2005. Since then, the BMC made nine attempts to raze the alleged illegal structure – and finally carried out the action on April 16.Amid its ongoing crusade against drugs, Punjab has become the first state in the country to ban energy drinks in and around schools to keep the children away from caffeine addiction. A notification to this effect was issued by the government on Tuesday, banning the sale of energy drinks in school canteens and outside school premises. The notification, issued by Dilraj Singh Sandhawalia, Commissioner of Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Punjab, states that it is “just and necessary” to prohibit the consumption of caffeinated energy drinks by children. The notification says that energy drinks are heavily marketed to children and young adults and others and manufacturers compare the effects of the drinks to the use of drugs like cocaine.A wildfire in New Jersey has forced residents to evacuate the area and shut down a stretch of a major highway on Tuesday as the wildfire grew to more than 3,200 acres, officials said. One of the busiest highways in New Jersey, the Garden State Parkway, saw closures due to the spread of wildfire and the stretch between Barnegat and Lacey townships was closed and the traffic was diverted, Associated Press reported. According to New Jersey Forest Fire Service, over 3,000 residents have been evacuated from the area of the Jones Road Fire in Ocean County and about 1,320 structures remain threatened. The fire service added that 5% of the wildfire has been contained till now.This was the Catch Up on 3 Things by The dian Express

Today, Asif and Ali discuss the phenomenal Netflix series ‘Adolescence' (1:28). They discuss the creation of the film and how star and co-creator Stephen Graham came up with the concept for the show to address misogyny and knife violence in the UK.  The guys discuss incel culture, the book ‘The Game' and Andrew Tate and how adolescence tackles these concepts. They then discuss the direction of the series, with each episode being filmed in one take. Then then discuss the tremendous acting in the series, including newcomer Owen Cooper.    Then they discuss the effects of social media on teenagers (24:14). They start off by discussing Australia's new ban on social media for children until 16 as well as Vivek Murthy's Surgeon General Report from a few years ago on teens and social media. Asif discusses some potential benefits of social media for teens before discussing the potential harms. He then discusses the evidence that is out there regarding whether social media is harmful to teens. Finally the guys go over some practical tips for parents regarding social media and their children.    The opinions expressed are those of the hosts, and do not reflect those of any other organizations. This podcast and website represents the opinions of the hosts. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for entertainment and informational purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.    Music courtesy of Wataboi and 8er41 from Pixabay   Contact us at doctorvcomedian@gmail.com   Follow us on Social media: Twitter: @doctorvcomedian Instagram:  doctorvcomedian   Show Notes: The Rage of ‘Adolescence': Inside the Single-Shot Sensation Blowing Up the Manosphere: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-features/adolescence-interview-stephen-graham-owen-cooper-netflix-1236182905/ ‘We've Got to Start Talking About This': Stephen Graham on Making ‘Adolescence': https://www.rollingstone.com/tv-movies/tv-movie-features/adolescence-stephen-graham-interview-1235299218/ How Stephen Graham Carried the Weight of Adolescence: https://www.vulture.com/article/adolescence-stephen-graham-eddie-finale-ending-scene-interview.html ‘The younger me would have sat up and nodded': Adolescence writer Jack Thorne on the insidious appeal of incel culture: https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2025/mar/18/adolescence-writer-jack-thorne-incel-culture-netflix The Game at 10: Reflections From a Recovering Pickup Artist: https://www.theatlantic.com/entertainment/archive/2015/10/neil-strauss-the-game/409789/ How Social Media Affects Your Teen's Mental Health: A Parent's Guide: https://www.yalemedicine.org/news/social-media-teen-mental-health-a-parents-guide Tween and teen health: https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/tween-and-teen-health/in-depth/teens-and-social-media-use/art-20474437 Social media brings benefits and risks to teens. Psychology can help identify a path forward: https://www.apa.org/monitor/2023/09/protecting-teens-on-social-media Everyone Says Social Media Is Bad for Teens. Proving It Is Another Thing: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/06/17/upshot/social-media-teen-mental-health.html The great rewiring: is social media really behind an epidemic of teenage mental illness? https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-024-00902-2

Welcome to episode 59 of Shack Together! Today's show features our inaugural "Blue Switch" segment, where we test our knowledge of Nintendo Switch Metacritic scores, comparing titles like Super Mario Odyssey and Breath of the Wild against surprising high-scorers like [redacted - you'll have to listen!]. The latest news from Nintendo's Mario Kart World Direct dominate our news coverage, with exciting revelations about character skin unlocks through Yoshi's restaurant, free-roam fast travel features, and new items including Coin Shells and Hammers. We also discuss the Nintendo Switch 2's camera technology, capable of recognizing and tracking up to four faces simultaneously. In Story Time, we explore new previews of Capcom Fighting Collection 2 and Palia's expansion to PS5 and Xbox Series X/S, while covering reviews of Lost Records: Bloom & Rage and the Lunar Remastered Collection. Industry news brings significant developments with Google's advertising technology monopoly ruling and OpenAI's reported social network plans. And that's all for today's show! Thanks as always for listening and enjoy!   Timestamps 00:01:25 Food Poisoning 00:04:58 It's Shack Together! 00:05:27 Donovan's Game: MLB The Show '25 00:12:18 David's Games: Animal Crossing New Horizons, WWE 2K25 00:17:27 Joe's Games: Blue Prince, Joe's PC 00:30:24 Asif's Games: Schedule I, F-Zero 99 00:43:43 Blue Switch 01:08:53 Story Time 01:08:57 Previews: Capcom Fighting Collection 2, Palia 01:11:41 Reviews: Lost Records: Bloom & Rage, Lunar Remastered Collection, Rusty Rabbit 01:16:14 News: Nintendo Switch 2 Camera, Mario Kart World Direct, RTX 5060, Star Wars Zero Company 01:39:31 Industry: Google's Advertising Monopoly, NLRB Whistleblower, OpenAI Social Network 01:49:57 Community Notes   Articles mentioned in this episode Capcom Fighting Collection 2 preview Palia Elderwood PS5 & Xbox Series X/S impressions Lost Records: Bloom & Rage review Lunar Remastered Collection review Nintendo Switch 2 camera face tracking Mario Kart World skin unlocks Mario Kart World free roam fast travel Star Wars Zero Company reveal Google ad market monopoly lawsuit OpenAI social media network

Listen to FII PRIORITY coverage. In this episode, Adam Torres and Asif Ahmed, Founder and Executive Chairman at Mirzyme Therapeutics, explore stopping major pregnancy complications like preeclampsia and FII PRIORITY. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to FII PRIORITY coverage. In this episode, Adam Torres and Asif Ahmed, Founder and Executive Chairman at Mirzyme Therapeutics, explore stopping major pregnancy complications like preeclampsia and FII PRIORITY. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Welcome to episode 58 of Shack Together! We're joined by special guest Lucas White to discuss his recent reviews of SaGa Frontier 2 Remastered and Bleach: Rebirth of Souls, while also exploring Ozzie's review of the newly released Blue Prince, a game making waves as an early GOTY contender. Today's show features our first and likely only "Donkey Kong Sixty-Farce" segment, where we separate fact from fiction about the N64 classic, before diving into the latest Nintendo Switch 2 news. The upcoming console's pre-orders face delays due to tariff concerns, with Nintendo, the ESA, and even protesters in NYC responding to Trump's proposed 90-day tariffs on video games and tech. In Story Time, we go on to cover announcements including Marathon's April 2025 gameplay reveal, Hades 2's Switch console exclusivity, and the Nintendo Switch 2's achievement system, or lack therof. We also discuss Microsoft's AI Quake 2 Copilot demo, Vampire Survivors' free Emerald Diorama update, and Doug Bowser's comments on Nintendo game prices. And that's all for today's show! Thanks as always for listening and enjoy!   Timestamps 00:03:44 It's Shack Together! 00:07:22 Lucas's Games - Vampire Survivors: Emerald Diorama, SaGa Frontier 2 Remastered, Bleach Rebirth of Souls, Inayah - Life After Gods   00:29:14 Joe's Games: Super Mario RPG   00:35:18 Asif's Games: Schedule I, F-Zero 99   00:43:25 F-Zero   00:53:55 Donkey Kong Sixty-Farce   01:06:59 Story Time!   01:07:03 Previews: Monster Train 2, Wuchang: Fallen Feathers, The Midnight Walk, Doom: The Dark Ages   01:16:00 Reviews: Blue Prince, Disney Villains: Cursed Cafe, Commandos: Origins, Grit and Valor, SaGa Frontier 2 Remastered, South of Midnight   01:28:38 News: AI Quake, Marathon Gameplay, Localthunk loves Blue Prince, Xbox Games Showcase coming, Hades 2 exclusive to Switch 2 at Launch, Hollow Knight: Silksong coming to OG Switch, No Trophies on Switch 2   01:38:45 Industry: Tariff impact on Gaming, Nintendo delays Switch 2 Pre-Orders, Doug Bowser speaks on Switch 2 Game Prices   Articles mentioned in this episode SaGa Frontier 2 Remastered review Bleach: Rebirth of Souls review Blue Prince review AI Quake 2 Copilot Microsoft fail Marathon gameplay save the date April 2025 Hades 2 Switch console exclusive Nintendo Switch 2 achievement trophy Donald Trump tariffs 90 days video games tech stock Nintendo delays Switch 2 pre-order date due to tariffs Nintendo Switch 2 game prices Doug Bowser

Craig and Asif talk about Deli Boys, big wave surfing, and growing up Mexican. Get your tickets now for The Woopsie Daisy Tour! - https://punchup.live/craigconant   Check out Asif in Deli Boys on Hulu! - https://www.hulu.com/series/9c3eebbe-95f7-479b-b730-ca5a0633a979   Follow Asif! IG - https://www.instagram.com/alicomedy/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@asifalicomedy YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/alicomedy LinkTree - https://linktr.ee/alicomedy   Follow Craig! TikTok - https://tiktok.com/@craigpconant/ IG - https://instagram.com/craigpconant/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/craigpconant/ Merch - https://craigconantstore.com/   Small Business Plugs: Need a natural, holistic facial or some Ayurvedic healing? Contact Cynthia at Ritual Skin and Soul: https://instagram.com/livecynplyayurveda/ https://instagram.com/ritualskinandsoul/ Check out Brian Johnson's Art! He did the 3 Skeletons Skateboards + The New Podcast Studio: https://www.instagram.com/brianjohnsonstudios/ Kettlebells South Bay - https://www.instagram.com/kettlebellssouthbay/ PV Coin Exchange - https://palosverdescoinexchange.com/ Deadlight Visions Graphic Design - https://instagram.com/deadlightvisions/ Donny Honcho's Healthy Pet Products - https://linktr.ee/localdogdaddy Swank Hank's Handmade EDC - https://swankhanks.com/ Glitch Pudding, Acrylic Artist - https://instagram.com/glitchpudding/ Hoobs Glass Art - https://www.hoobsglass.net/   Craig's Holistic Doctors: Dr. Jay - https://www.instagram.com/100yearsjay/ PBC Health - https://www.instagram.com/pbchealthwellness/ Robert Kiyosaki - Liabilities to Assets - https://youtube.com/watch?v=A8vD_XO0vUU   Healing affirmations: Emmet Fox - Prayer Is Not A Way Of Asking, But Of Receiving - https://youtu.be/Tf4yVNtMOgw?si=fQGIg-SGgbF8nBuS Louise Hay - https://youtu.be/lz16YqpWkz4 Wayne Dyer - https://youtu.be/44ImQV46lF4 Change Your Thoughts, Change Your Life - https://youtube.com/watch?v=14JxE7i0EPc Louise Hay Sleep Meditation - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mz8bHR4o7E0   Craig's favorite healers: Esther Hicks (AKA Abraham Hicks) Joe Dispenza Bruce Lipton Dr. Sebi   Also shout out to these light workers giving out that lost knowledge: Dr. Delbert Blair Dolores Cannon Santos Bonnaci

Today, after a brief discussion of shows Ali and Asif have been watching lately – including ‘One Day' and ‘Adolescence' (as well as shows they bailed on… ‘Breaking Bad' and ‘The White Lotus') – they discuss ‘Apple Cider Vinegar' and Belle Gibson (7:43). They go over Belle Gibson's rise from Instagram “Wellness Warrior” to being exposed as faking having brain cancer. They then discuss the Netflix TV show based on Belle Gibson's story ‘Apple Cider Vinegar'. They discuss how the show weaves in Belle's story with the fictionalized character of Milla who is closely based on Jessica Ainscough, a prominent Australian influencer who billed herself as Wellness Warrior who did in fact have cancer. They then give their thoughts on the show including Kaityn Dever's amazing performance.    Then, based on the recent outbreaks in North America, Ali asks Asif about Measles (26:48). Asif talks about what it is and how it is one of the most contagious infectious diseases. Asif then talks about who is at risk of contracting measles including the unvaccinated, children under age 1 year and the immunocompromised. Asif goes over the symptoms and the potential fatal complications. He then goes over how it is treated. Then Ali asks Asif about the reasons for declining vaccination rates.    The opinions expressed are those of the hosts, and do not reflect those of any other organizations. This podcast and website represents the opinions of the hosts. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for entertainment and informational purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.    Music courtesy of Wataboi and 8er41 from Pixabay   Contact us at doctorvcomedian@gmail.com   Follow us on Social media: Twitter: @doctorvcomedian Instagram:  doctorvcomedian   Show Notes: Unmasking Belle Gibson: The real story of the infamous wellness scammer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fahOX8VBXCc The Cancer Scams That Foreshadowed MAHA: https://www.newyorker.com/culture/cultural-comment/the-cancer-scams-that-foreshadowed-maha The Search for Instagram's Worse Con Artist: https://www.netflix.com/ca/title/81987249 The rise and fall of the wellness warriors: https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanonc/article/PIIS1470-2045(18)30207-9/abstract A play-by-play of how measles outbreaks can spiral out of control: https://www.cbc.ca/news/health/measles-second-opinion-march-2025-1.7476500 Ask an expert: Why are we seeing measles outbreaks across Canada and who should get vaccinated? https://www.dal.ca/news/2025/03/27/measles-outbreak-expert.html Measles: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK448068/ Measles vaccines: Canadian Immunization Guide: https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/publications/healthy-living/canadian-immunization-guide-part-4-active-vaccines/page-12-measles-vaccine.html

Today, we are breaking down the food catering giant Compass Group. Whether it's your corporate cafeteria, the food stands at a sporting event, or the old hospital food tray, the food services industry is all around you. Compass is the giant in this space, with a history that dates back to the emergence of this outsourced trend. My guest is Asif Jeevanjee, Chief Executive of Oakmont Capital. Asif talks through both the business and the sector. How does the ecosystem work? What do contracts typically look like? And why had I heard of Aramark but not Compass, when Compass is nearly double the size? Here is another example of carving out an effective business model around an essential need product. Please enjoy this breakdown of Compass Group. Subscribe to Colossus Review For the full show notes, transcript, and links to the best content to learn more, check out the episode page here. —- Business Breakdowns is a property of Colossus, LLC. For more episodes of Business Breakdowns, visit joincolossus.com/episodes. Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com). Show Notes (00:00:00) Welcome to Business Breakdowns (00:01:22) Understanding the Food Service Market (00:05:03) Contract Structures and Retention (00:11:47) The Origin Story of Compass Group (00:17:33) Expansion into the US Market (00:21:34) Sectorization and Market Penetration (00:27:45) Growth Strategies and Pricing (00:29:07) Financial Dynamics and Margins (00:30:41) Procurement and Food Buy (00:35:24) Labor Management and Technology (00:37:55) Impact of Economic Cycles and Covid (00:43:27) Capital Allocation and Valuation (00:51:44) Lessons From Breaking Down Compass (00:54:02) Key Lessons from Compass

Today Asif and Ali discuss  the new critically acclaimed Disney Plus /Hulu series “Deli Boys” (1:15). They discuss creator Abdullah Saeed' background and how he came to develop the series. They discuss what they love about the show including the superb cast including Saagar Shaikh. Asif Ali, and Poorna Jagannathan.    Then, based on some recent news articles, Ali asks Asif about the dangers of Ayurvedic medicine (27:24). They discuss this practice of this form of medicine, its history and basic principles. Asif then discusses some of the limited evidence for this practice in the Western medical literature. He then goes over how some Ayurvedic medicine preparations include lead, mercury and arsenic and how this can lead to heavy metal toxicity in several case reports.  The opinions expressed are those of the hosts, and do not reflect those of any other organizations. This podcast and website represents the opinions of the hosts. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for entertainment and informational purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.    Music courtesy of Wataboi and 8er41 from Pixabay   Contact us at doctorvcomedian@gmail.com   Follow us on Social media: Twitter: @doctorvcomedian Instagram:  doctorvcomedian   Show Notes: Deli Boys is a funny, timely ride for our distracted era:  https://www.bostonglobe.com/2025/03/06/arts/deli-boys-review/ Deli Boys: one of the most bingeable shows about the Muslim diaspora imaginable: https://hyphenonline.com/2025/03/06/deli-boys-hulu-disney-plus-muslim-pakistani-comedy/ Deli Boys Creator Abdullah Saeed on Telling a Brand-New, Brilliantly Original Kind of Crime Story: https://www.vogue.com/article/abdullah-saeed-deli-boys-interview Deli Boys' Poorna Jagannathan: Never Has She Ever Played a Villain Like This: https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/story/deli-boys-poorna-jagannathan?srsltid=AfmBOoqXkbqsrS2K2BrhmALAkBM6VMtekLHdczOooEDKBuM1FU-VwlBL ‘Deli Boys' aims to flip the script on the stories of guys behind the counter: https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/tv/story/2025-03-06/deli-boys-asif-ali-saagar-shaikh-abdullah-saeed ‘This Show Really Faced an Uphill Battle': https://www.vulture.com/article/deli-boys-abdullah-saeed-interview.html Jenni Konner on the Five-Year Journey to ‘Deli Boys' and Its ‘Magical' End Result: https://www.indiewire.com/features/interviews/jenni-konner-deli-boys-1235101742/ Ayurvedic Medicine: In Depth: https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/ayurvedic-medicine-in-depth Ayurveda: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/ayurveda Ayurvedic medicine tainted with heavy metals in B.C., linked to lead poisoning case: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/ayurvedic-medicine-heavy-metals-1.7486308 Lead toxicity from Ayurvedic medicines: https://www.cmaj.ca/content/195/30/E1010 Pink ladies: mercury poisoning in twin girls: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC140434/

Welcome to episode 56 of Shack Together! We're joined by special guests Donovan Erskine and Ozzie Mejia to share insights from GDC 2025, while we also dive into Nintendo's final Direct for the original Switch, packed with exciting updates on Metroid Prime 4 Beyond, Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake's release date, and even more info on the new Pokémon Legends title. Today's show features our "Final Nintendo Direct: Wii U Edition" segment, where we test our knowledge of Nintendo's historic announcements from the Wii U era. Afterward, we explore an extensive lineup of GDC previews, including promising titles like Dreams of Another, Revenge of the Savage Planet, and TMNT: Tactical Takedown, while discussing the newly announced ShackMaps feature. Next, we cover significant industry developments including Game Informer's return independent from GameStop, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle's PS5 release date announcement, and ESA's new accessible games initiative. We also discuss GameStop's convertible notes situation and Ubisoft becoming a Tencent subsidiary. And that's all for today's show! Thanks as always for listening and enjoy!   Timestamps 00:01:19 Hustle Culture   00:10:17 It's Shack Together!   00:11:24 Ozzie's Games: Hearthstone: Into the Emerald Dream, The Rogue: Prince of Persia 00:15:12 Donovan's Games: MLB The Show 25   00:19:11 John's Games: Assassin's Creed: Shadows   00:23:13 Joe's Games: What should I play?   00:24:57 Asif's Games: Retro Slam Tennis, Last War, F-Zero 99, Nintendo Music, Nintendo Today!   00:28:33 Asif's 11th F-Zero 99 Victory   00:45:26 The Final Nintendo Direct: Wii U Edition   00:59:45 Story Time!   00:59:51 Preview: Dreams of Another, Mindwave, Wildgate, Pathfinder: Abomination Vaults, Clawpunk, LUCID, Forestrike, Revenge of the Savage Planet, TMNT: Tactical Takedown, Cairn, Jay and Silent Bob: Chronic Blunt Punch   01:16:37 Reviews: Bubble Ghost, PS5 Pro, Look Outside   01:22:53 News: Cristiano Ronaldo comes to Fatal Fury, Shackmaps, Nintendo Direct, GI is Back, Indiana Jones to PS5   02:12:58 Industry: Accessible Games Initiative, GME's Convertible Notes, GME Crash, Ubisoft Subsidiary   02:19:51 Community Notes    Articles mentioned in this episode Watch Nintendo Direct March 2025 Introducing ShackMaps Dreams of Another preview impressions Revenge of the Savage Planet preview PlayStation 5 Pro review Game Informer returns without GameStop Indiana Jones and the Great Circle PS5 release date ESA accessible games initiative tagging awareness GameStop GME convertible note 2025 Ubisoft becomes Tencent subsidiary

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On a new episode of Bad Dates, host Joel Kim Booster welcomes comedians Asif Ali, Lea'h Sampson, and Zach Zucker to discuss their most iconic dating fiascos. Asif's date seemed so promising over the phone but she needs to get her head out of the memes, Lea'h thinks she's all set but her date's Price Is Right car is only the first of many problems, and Zach is not clowning around when he describes yet another thing that the British have ruined. If you've had a bad date you'd like to tell us about, our number is 984-265-3283, and our email is baddatespod@gmail.com, we can't wait to hear all about it! Subscribe to our YouTube Channel for video clips. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel for video clips.Merch available at SiriusXMStore.com/BadDates. Joel Kim Booster: Psychosexual, Fire Island, Loot Season 2Asif Ali: @alicomedy on Insta for tour dates, Deli Boys streaming on Hulu nowLea'h Sampson: @officialleahsampson on Insta, new standup special coming soonZach Zucker: Stamptown tour dates, Jack Tucker Comedy Standup Hour Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Bad Dates ad-free. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus.

Today, Ali and Asif discuss the career of the late Gene Hackman (2:04).  They discuss his early life, getting into acting and his friendship with Dustin Hoffman and Robert Duvall. They  also discuss Hackman's other interests including architecture and writing. Asif and Ali then discuss their favourite Gene Hackman roles including in the movies ‘Superman', ‘Hoosiers', ‘Crimson Tide', ‘Unforgiven', ‘The Royal Tenenbaums' and ‘The Birdcage'.    Then, Asif and ALi discuss the details of the untimely deaths of Gene Hackman and his wife and caregiver, Betsy Arakawa (27:54). Because Ms. Arakawa died of hantavirus infection, Ali then asks Asif about this rare infection and how it is transmitted by exposure to rodent droppings. Asif discusses how people contract it, how common it is and where in North American you can be exposed to it. He then discusses the two serious forms of the disease –  hantavirus pulmonary syndrome and hantavirus renal syndrome. He then goes over the treatment and the prevention of the disease. Finally the guys discuss the importance of recognizing caregiver burnout.    The opinions expressed are those of the hosts, and do not reflect those of any other organizations. This podcast and website represents the opinions of the hosts. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for entertainment and informational purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.    Music courtesy of Wataboi and 8er41 from Pixabay   Contact us at doctorvcomedian@gmail.com   Follow us on Social media: Twitter: @doctorvcomedian Instagram:  doctorvcomedian   Show Notes: Gene Hackman: 20 Essential Movies: https://www.rollingstone.com/tv-movies/tv-movie-lists/gene-hackman-best-movies-1234794159/eureka-1983-1235271637/ Our favorite Gene Hackman performances: https://www.washingtonpost.com/entertainment/movies/2025/02/27/gene-hackman-best-movies-performances-roles/ A Haunting Coda: The 7 Days Gene Hackman's Wife Could No Longer Care for Him: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/03/08/us/gene-hackman-betsy-arakawa.html Gene Hackman's Dog Cause of Death Still Under Investigation as Cops Confirm Pet Was 'Crated' Due to Surgical Procedure: https://people.com/gene-hackman-dog-cause-of-death-under-investigation-11687674 Hantavirus in humans: a review of clinical aspects and management: https://www.thelancet.com/journals/laninf/article/PIIS1473-3099(23)00128-7/abstract What Is Hantavirus, the Rare Disease That Killed Betsy Arakawa? https://www.nytimes.com/2025/03/07/health/what-is-hantavirus-gene-hackman-wife.html Hantavirus: What it is, how it spreads, how often it's fatal: https://www.cbc.ca/news/health/what-is-hantavirus-explained-gene-hackman-betsy-arakawa-1.7479265 Emma Heming Willis speaks up for caregivers after Betsy Arakawa and Gene Hackman's deaths: https://www.cnn.com/2025/03/11/entertainment/emma-heming-willis-gene-hackman-betsy-arakawa-caregivers/index.html

Welcome to episode 55 of Shack Together! We're joined by special guest TJ Denzer to discuss his review of Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition, while also diving into the inexplicable announcement of Taco Bell's partnership with NVIDIA for AI integration. The show features the lovely, slightly belated "Operation Siege or Sham" segment, testing our knowledge of Rainbow Six Siege's numerous operations. Today's episode covers several major releases, including our review of Assassin's Creed Shadows and an extensive preview lineup from GDC 2025 featuring titles like FBC: Firebreak, Winter Burrow, and The Finals Season 6. We also discuss Balatro's big win at the IGF GDC Awards 2025, where it took home Game of the Year honors. In Story Time, we explore significant industry developments, including EA Sports College Football 26's player likeness payout details, Silent Hill F's platform reveal, and the formation of a united US-Canada video game workers union under CWA. We also cover NVIDIA's new partnership with GM for AI factory vehicles and Tesla's recall of 46,000 Cybertrucks. And that's all for today's show! Thanks as always for listening and enjoy!   Timestamps 00:01:12 Japanese Public Holidays 00:07:22 It's Shack Together! 00:09:35 TJ's Games: Deadlock, Xenoblade Chronicles X 00:33:15 John's Games: Pirate Yakuza, Assassin's Creed Shadows 00:58:00 Joe's Games: None! 00:58:50 Asif's Games: Wreckfest 2, F-Zero 99, Retro Slam Tennis, Bubbletron 01:07:04 Operation Siege or Sham! 01:18:43 Story Time! 01:18:59 Previews: FBC Firebreak, Winter Burro, Out of Sight, Clair Obscur, The Finals 6, To a T, The Knightling, Hero's Hand, Is This Seat Taken? 01:23:51 Reviews: Xenoblade Chronicles X, Assassin's Creed Shadows, FragPunk, Atelier Yumia 01:29:17 News: MLB + Nintendo, College Football 26, Game Dev Choice Awards 25, Atlus Games Are Hard, Nightdive's I Have No Mouth, Silent Hill f 01:37:53 Industry: Taco Bell AI, NVIDIA + GM, Tesla Recall, CWA Union, BYD Fast Charging 01:54:59 Community Notes   Articles mentioned in this episode Taco Bell & Yum Brands partner with NVIDIA for AI integration Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition review Assassin's Creed Shadows review FBC: Firebreak preview The Finals Season 6 Team Deathmatch preview EA Sports College Football 26 player likeness payout IGF GDC Awards 2025 winners Silent Hill F reveal platforms NVIDIA & GM AI factory vehicle deal Tesla recalls 46,000 Cybertrucks over exterior panels US-Canada united video game worker CWA union announced

Today, after Asif admits that he saw “Home Alone” for the first time in December 2024, the guys discuss the prolific career of the composer John Williams and the recent documentary on his life “Music by John Williams” (5:33). They discuss his early life and his unusual connection to Newfoundland. They discuss his origins as a jazz pianist, his early career scoring films and his tremendous success after he began collaborating with Steven Spielberg. After discussing William's family life, Asif does an audio quiz for Ali and the listeners about some of Williams' famous scores.    Only 4 movies by Steven Spielberg have not been scored by John Williams, and for at least a few of these he was supposedly unable to because of having pacemaker surgery. As such, in the second half, Ali asks Asif about pacemakers (30:54). Asif discusses what they are, as well as the indications. He then goes over the different types of pacing and pacemakers. Asif then discusses how pacemakers are inserted and what you need to avoid if you have one implanted. Finally, Ali asks Asif to clarify the differences between a defibrillator and a pacemaker.    The opinions expressed are those of the hosts, and do not reflect those of any other organizations. This podcast and website represents the opinions of the hosts. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for entertainment and informational purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.   Music courtesy of Wataboi and 8er41 from Pixabay   Contact us at doctorvcomedian@gmail.com   Follow us on Social media: Twitter: @doctorvcomedian Instagram: doctorvcomedian   Show Notes: The Force Is Still Strong with John Williams: https://www.newyorker.com/culture/persons-of-interest/the-force-is-still-strong-with-john-williams 4 Surprising Things We Learned From the John Williams Documentary: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/11/01/movies/john-williams-documentary.html ‘Music by John Williams' Review: Steven Spielberg, George Lucas and More Celebrate the Iconic Composer in a Winning Disney+ Doc: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-reviews/music-by-john-williams-review-disney-plus-documentary-1236042750/ Pacemaker: https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/arrhythmia/prevention--treatment-of-arrhythmia/pacemaker Pacemakers: https://www.webmd.com/heart-disease/pacemaker-implant Indications and Recommendations for Pacemaker Therapy: https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2005/0415/p1563.html

Welcome to episode 54 of Shack Together! Today's show kicks off with John sharing his excitement about his new tabletop SEGA arcade, while we dive into major gaming news including Death Stranding 2's release date announcement as well as Josh Broadwell's (who was not able to join us today) emphatic reception of Wanderstop. The gaming industry sees some significant shifts this week, with Niantic selling Pokemon GO to Scopely and Nintendo announcing their San Francisco location's opening date. We also explore new previews of Rainbow Six Siege X Dual Front and Mandragora, while touching on our review coverage for Wanderstop and The Hungry Lamb. In addition, we discuss several curious announcements, including Katamari Damacy Live coming to Apple Arcade and the unfortunate shutdown of Mountaintop Studios' Spectre Divide. We also cover Apple's AI Siri delay and other industry developments. And that's all for today's show! Thanks as always for listening and enjoy!   Timestamps 00:01:07 First Ever Cold Open Audio Unboxing: Astro City Mini by SEGA 00:06:23 It's Shack Together! 00:07:02 John's Games: Pirate Yakuza 00:12:48 Joe's Games: PC Parts! 00:27:40 Asif's Games: Retro Slam Tennis, Super Mario Maker 2, F-Zero 99 00:39:42 No Game Today 00:39:59 Story Time 00:40:03 Previews: Rainbow Six Siege X, Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree 00:49:35 Reviews: Wanderstop, The Hungry Lamb: Traveling in the Late Ming Dynasty 00:56:53 News: Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, Space Marine 3 in development, Katamari Mobile, Spectre Divide shut down 01:17:56 Industry: Niantic Sells Portfolio, Nintendo SF, Apple Delays Intelligence 01:37:26 Community Notes   Articles mentioned in this episode Rainbow Six Siege X Dual Front Preview Mandragora Preview Wanderstop Review The Hungry Lamb Review Death Stranding 2 release date Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 3 announced Katamari Damacy Live Apple Arcade announcement Spectre Divide shutdown at Mountaintop Studios Niantic sells Pokemon GO to Scopely Nintendo San Francisco opening date Apple AI Siri delay

Mahmud Ghaznavi's Pakistan vs Bacha Khan's Pakistan.In Episode 05 of 'Of Heroes and Villains' we look at Colonial Narratives, State Narratives and Pakistan's stereotyping of Pashtuns. Watch the full Of Heroes and Villains Series:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IalYgki3N8E&list=PLlQZ9NZnjq5rkyYTtF0BUwS-nONgf6EPpChapters:0:00 Introduction2:45 Colonial Histories, Romila Thapar and Hamid Mir13:20 State Narratives25:22 Pakistan's Stereotyping of PashtunsThe Pakistan Experience is an independently produced podcast looking to tell stories about Pakistan through conversations. Please consider supporting us on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/thepakistanexperienceTo support the channel:Jazzcash/Easypaisa - 0325 -2982912Patreon.com/thepakistanexperienceAnd Please stay in touch:https://twitter.com/ThePakistanExp1https://www.facebook.com/thepakistanexperiencehttps://instagram.com/thepakistanexpeperienceThe podcast is hosted by comedian and writer, Shehzad Ghias Shaikh. Shehzad is a Fulbright scholar with a Masters in Theatre from Brooklyn College. He is also one of the foremost Stand-up comedians in Pakistan and frequently writes for numerous publications. Instagram.com/shehzadghiasshaikhFacebook.com/Shehzadghias/Twitter.com/shehzad89Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC44l9XMwecN5nSgIF2Dvivg/join

Today, to celebrate 200 episodes, Ali and Asif interview misinformation expert Timothy Caulfield about his new book, ‘The Certainty Illusion: What You Don't Know and Why It Matters '. They start off by discussing Tim's background and how he became involved in the battle against misinformation and how he deals with internet trolls. Ali then asks Tim about certain topics he addresses in his new book including gluten, fresh vs frozen sushi and organic foods. Asif then asks Tim about some topics from his book regarding the Covid-19 pandemic including “white hat bias” and MD hucksters and the raw milk movement. They then touch on the “Make America Healthy Again” (MAHA) movement and the implications of the appointment of RFK Jr in the Trump administration in the US. Finally they discuss pop culture and the misinformation campaigns against Blake Lively and Amber Heard.  The opinions expressed are those of the hosts, and do not reflect those of any other organizations. This podcast and website represents the opinions of the hosts. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for entertainment and informational purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.   Music courtesy of Wataboi and 8er41 from Pixabay   Contact us at doctorvcomedian@gmail.com   Follow us on Social media: Twitter: @doctorvcomedian/ Instagram: doctorvcomedian   Show Notes: The Certainty Illusion: What You Don't Know and Why It Matters: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.ca/books/713451/the-certainty-illusion-by-timothy-caulfield/9780735245884 Who Trolled Amber? https://www.tortoisemedia.com/listen/who-trolled-amber What to know about the Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni drama: Legal complaint, PR accusations and more: https://www.nbcnews.com/pop-culture/pop-culture-news/blake-lively-justin-baldoni-it-ends-us-lawsuit-what-know-rcna185274

Welcome to episode 53 of Shack Together! We're joined by special guest TJ Denzer to discuss his review of Split Fiction, while we all buzz with nostalgic excitement over the (formal) announcement of Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4 Remake. Today's show also features an in-depth look at Metacritic's 2024 publisher rankings, where a certain prolific publisher, famous for a certain Blue Blur, claimed the top spot. The show features our Publisher Draft segment, breaking down Metacritic's comprehensive ranking system that evaluates publishers based on their average Metascores, quality ratios, and ability to avoid critical failures. From industry giants like Capcom and Sony to smaller publishers like Aksys Games and Gamera Games, our squad competitvely drafts last year's top players in an effort to come out on top. In Story Time, we cover major industry developments including Monster Hunter Wilds reaching 8 million sales, Neil Druckmann's comments on The Last of Us Part 3, and the revival of the Acclaim publishing brand. We also discuss Pokemon TCG Pocket hitting 100 million downloads and explore several Steam Next Fest demos including Fumes and Curiosity. And that's all for today's show! Thanks as always for listening and enjoy!   Timestamps 00:01:11 LinkedIn Jump Scare 00:08:50 It's Shack Together! 00:09:35 TJ's Games: MH Wilds, KCDII, Split Fiction, Atomfall 00:26:36 John's Games: Pirate Yakuza 00:32:25 Joe's Games: Mother 3 Complete, XDefiant, PC Shopping 00:43:20 Asif's Games: MH Wilds, Retro Slam Tennis, Mario Maker 2, F-Zero 99 01:01:41 Shack Together's Metacritic Publisher Draft 2024 01:29:09 Story Time 01:29:19 David Craddock's Long Read: Catacomb 3-D 01:30:16 Previews: FUMES, Sims 4 DLC, Warframe Techrot, Curiosity 01:33:36 Reviews: Split Fiction, WWE 2K25, Slime Heroes, Knights in Tight Spaces, Carmen Sandiego 01:42:51 News: THPS3+4, TLoU 3, Absolum, MH Wilds Sales, Pokemon TCG Downloads 01:47:49 Industry News: Discord IPO, Acclaim is Back, Sasanqua Launch, Digg Returns 01:53:54 Community Notes   Articles mentioned in this episode Split Fiction review SEGA named top publisher of 2024 Living the Dream: The Making of Catacomb 3-D Fumes Demo - Steam Next Fest The Sims 4: Businesses & Hobbies Preview WWE 2K25 Review: Island of Relevancy Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4 Remake announced Neil Druckmann: Don't bet on The Last of Us Part 3 Monster Hunter Wilds reaches 8 million sold Pokemon TCG Pocket hits 100 million downloads Acclaim publishing brand revived Studio Sasanqua opening with Kenji Ozawa

Jeff and Phil welcome comedian and actor Asif Ali, star of the Hulu crime comedy series Deli Boys. They discuss evolution of South Asian roles from stereotypes to complex characters, and how the show puts a chaotic, hilarious twist on the mini-mart narrative. Asif talks about his professional journey in comedy, how he had to create his own opportunities (including some not-entirely-truthful hustling by Asif's manager, aka his brother), and why it's okay to NOT be chill about seeing yourself on a billboard. Also: The Good, The Bad, and The WTF of making Deli Boys.

After a brief discussion about plane crashes and measles outbreaks, Asif and Ali preview the upcoming 97th annual Academy Awards. taking place on March 2, 2025 (no medical topic this episode). After discussing the amazing score for ‘Conclave', the guys go over their Oscar picks in the following categories: Original and Adapted Screenplay, Best Director, Best Supporting Actress, Best Supporting Actor, Best Actress, Best Actor and Best Picture. In the course of their conversation they also go into detail on the controversies regarding the film ‘Emilia Perez'.  The opinions expressed are those of the hosts, and do not reflect those of any other organizations. This podcast and website represents the opinions of the hosts. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for entertainment and informational purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.    Music courtesy of Wataboi and 8er41 from Pixabay   Contact us at doctorvcomedian@gmail.com   Follow us on Social media: Twitter: @doctorvcomedian Instagram:  doctorvcomedian   Show Notes: 'Emilia Pérez' is winning awards. Why is it causing controversy, too? https://www.today.com/popculture/movies/emilia-perez-controversy-explained-rcna186937 Journalist Who Uncovered Karla Sofía Gascón's Racist Tweets Explains Why She Looked for Them: ‘I'm Not a Studio Plant': https://variety.com/2025/film/awards/journalist-sarah-hagi-discovered-karla-sofia-gascon-tweets-1236293396/

Welcome to episode 52 of Shack Together! We're joined by special guest Bill Lavoy to discuss his take on Monster Hunter Wilds, while Pokemon fans worldwide buzz with excitement over the newly revealed Pokemon Legends: Z-A gameplay and the announcement of Pokemon Champions. Today's show features Asif's mystery game segment which does feature a Monster Hunter flavor, alongside discussions of fresh previews from Steam Next Fest including Monaco 2 and Splitgate 2. We also dive into reviews of recent releases like Two Point Museum and Omega 6, while covering major industry news including Fable's delay to 2026 and Bloober Team's mysterious new collaboration with Konami. In Story Time, we explore NVIDIA's impressive Q4 2025 earnings report and growing demand for their Blackwell GPUs, while also discussing devestating industry developments like Warner Bros. Games shutting down Monolith Studios. PlayStation VR2 gets a significant price cut for March 2025, and the Annapurna Interactive Showcase brings exciting new announcements and gameplay reveals. And that's all for today's show! Thanks as always for listening and enjoy!   Timestamps 00:01:19 John's Airpods 00:02:20 Intro 00:06:32 Bill's Games - Monster Hunter Wilds 00:21:38 John's Games - Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii 00:27:16 Joe's Games - Mother 3 00:27:55 Asif's Games - REKT Party, Retro Slam, Omega 6, ToTK, F-Zero 99 00:33:10 Game! Monster Hunter or Make Believe 00:51:21 Previews - Monaco 2, Splitgate 2 00:54:48 Reviews - MH Wilds, Omega 6, PGA Tour 2K25, Two Point Museum 01:04:27 News - Pokemon Day, Fable Delayed, Bloober + Konami, + more 01:27:02 Industry News - NVIDIA Earnings, PSVR 2 Price Cut, Monolith Shuttered 01:56:06 Community Notes   Articles mentioned in this episode Monaco 2 Preview - Steam Next Fest Demo Splitgate 2 Hands-on Preview Monster Hunter Wilds Review Omega 6 Review PGA Tour 2K25 Review Two Point Museum Review Pokemon Legends: Z-A gameplay reveal Pokemon Champions reveal Fable delayed to 2026 Bloober Team and Konami announce new game Annapurna Interactive Showcase 2025 recap NVIDIA (NVDA) Q4 2025 earnings report PlayStation VR2 March 2025 price cut Warner Bros. Games shuts down Monolith & Player First Games

This episode features a conversation with Mustahid Husain, who is currently a Postdoctoral Fellow in the Department of Anthropology at the University of Toronto Mississauga. His work explores a variety of themes, from international development and global inequality to mental health and the Bangladeshi diaspora. He is the author of two new books. The first is a short academic monograph, Masculinity and Mental Health of Muslim Men of Colour: Diaspora and Intersectionality of Canadian Youth, published in 2024 as part of Palgrave's New Directions in Islam series. The book explores the complex intersection of mental health, masculinity, and cultural identity among young Bangldeshi-Canadian men. His second new book is the novel Double Truths, which follows the protagonist Asif as he navigates personal relationships and his own identity in the complicated world of international development agencies. In this conversation, Mustahid discusses both of these projects as well as the somewhat unconventional path that led him to pursue anthropology. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today Asif and Ali discuss the Oscar nominated movie “The Substance” (1:44) (mild spoilers follow). They discuss the overall genre of body horror and the classic Canadian filmmaker David Cronenberg and how the end of the substance is similar to the end of ‘The Fly'. They then chat about how ‘The Substance' was developed by acclaimed director Coralie Fargeat. They discuss the cast –  including an award winning turn by Demi Moore – and the superb make up and special effects. They also briefly discuss some alleged conflict on the set. The guys then sum up their thoughts on the movie.    Then Ali asks Asif about botulinum toxin (Botox) (23:05) . Asif discusses first what botulism is and how humans can be infected with it, especially in infants. He then discusses the toxin specifically, and chats about what it is, how it works and its use in cosmetic procedures as well as medical procedures. Asif then discusses the risks of the procedure and the costs.    The opinions expressed are those of the hosts, and do not reflect those of any other organizations. This podcast and website represents the opinions of the hosts. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for entertainment and informational purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.   Music courtesy of Wataboi and 8er41 from Pixabay   Contact us at doctorvcomedian@gmail.com   Follow us on Social media: Twitter: @doctorvcomedian Instagram: doctorvcomedian   Show Notes: Demi Moore, Margaret Qualley recall 'brutal,' bloody shoot for grotesque horror film The Substance: 'Can't f---ing move': https://ew.com/demi-moore-the-substance-brutal-shoot-prosthetics-blood-preview-8713538 The Brains Behind ‘The Substance:' How Coralie Fargeat Stayed True to Her Gutsy Vision: ‘Everyone Wanted Me to Make It Less Violent, Less Excessive': https://variety.com/2025/film/global/the-substance-coralie-fargeat-oscars-1236289808/ If You Thought Demi Moore's Transformation Was Crazy in ‘The Substance,' Wait Til You Hear How They Did It: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-features/demi-moore-the-substance-crazy-scenes-1236062561/ Inside Elisabeth's Transformation Into ‘Gollum' and ‘Monstro' in ‘The Substance': https://www.indiewire.com/features/craft/the-substance-prosthetic-designer-gollum-monstro-interview-1235051839/ Demi Moore filmed 45 ‘very difficult' takes of ‘heart-wrenching' scene in The Substance: ‘Got to a point where I… https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/hollywood/demi-moore-filmed-45-very-difficult-takes-of-heart-wrenching-scene-in-the-substance-got-to-a-point-where-i-101725428808345-amp.html Botulinum Toxin: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK557387/ Botox: Cosmetic and medical uses: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/158647#medical-uses Botulinum Toxin Injection for Facial Wrinkles: https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2014/0801/p168.html

Welcome to episode 51 of Shack Together! We're joined by special guest Sam Chandler to discuss his in-depth (and belated - our fault, not his) review of Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 and share insights on the latest S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 update. In addition, TJ Denzer (not present) has published their review of Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, which we touch on during today's episode as well. Our main segment today introduces "NOW! That's What I Call Trivia: Volume Gaming," a game that tests the crew's knowledge on everything from Marvel Rivals to Annapurna Interactive's catalogue of releases. In Story Time, we cover significant industry developments, including NetEase Games' Marvel Rivals layoffs despite the game's enormous popularity, GameStop's sale of its Canadian and French operations, and Pacific Drive reaching 1 million units sold. We also discuss the newly announced Annapurna Interactive Showcase 2025 and share impressions of the Delta Force: Black Hawk Down campaign. And that's all for today's show! Thanks as always for listening and enjoy! Timestamps 0:00.000 Episode Summary 0:58.060 Chicken Chain Restaurants 13:43.046 It's Shack Together 14:44.963 Sam's Games - KC:D2, Elden Ring Neightreign 19:11.734 John's Games - Pirate Yakuza, GT7 on PS5 Pro 30:41.164 Joe's Games - Mother 3 36:02.404 Asif's Games - Balatro, F-Zero 99, Tokyo Xtreme Racer, Mario Maker 2 46:24.326 NOW! That's What I Call Trivia: Volume Gaming 1:15:08.506 Previews - Delta Force 1:16:51.511 Reviews - Pirate Yakuza, Warriors: Abyss, Stories from Sol: The Gun-Dog 1:23:09.464 News - Annapurna Interactive Showcase announced, Pacific Drive sales numbers 1:25:13.497 Industry News - Unity Stocky, Rivian Stock, Cliffy B's Panic Garden, Marvel Rivals and NetEase, + more 1:54:42.227 Community Notes   Articles mentioned in this episode Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 review S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 Update 1.2 patch notes Delta Force: Black Hawk Down campaign impressions Stories from Sol: Gun Dog review Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii review Annapurna Interactive Showcase 2025 date and time announced Pacific Drive reaches 1 million units sold StreamElements State of the Stream January 2025: Marvel Rivals NetEase Games Marvel Rivals layoffs NetEase Games issues statement on Marvel Rivals layoffs GameStop sells Canada and Micromania France stores Humane AI Pin end date, bought by HP

After a truly inane discussion about ‘back slashes' vs ‘forward slashes', the guys discuss the career of the late Christopher Reeve and the recent documentary on his life ‘Superman / Man' (2:41). They discuss Reeve's early career, his studies at Julliard and his iconic role as Superman. They then discuss his tragic horseback riding accident and how he was left with significant spinal cord injuries. They then talk about his advocacy work in the latter part of his life and his death in 2004. They then give their thoughts on the documentary itself.    Then Ali asks Asif in more detail about spinal cord injuries (30:19). Asif starts of with defining spinal cord injuries and how common they are. He then talks about the causes, symptoms and the immediate treatment.  Ali then asks Asif about the prognosis and long term treatment. Finally, Asif discusses promising new experimental treatments for spinal cord injury.  The opinions expressed are those of the hosts, and do not reflect those of any other organizations. This podcast and website represents the opinions of the hosts. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for entertainment and informational purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.   Music courtesy of Wataboi and 8er41 from Pixabay   Contact us at doctorvcomedian@gmail.com   Follow us on Social media: Twitter: @doctorvcomedian Instagram: doctorvcomedian   Show Notes: Dynamite Magazine: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dynamite_(magazine) ‘Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story' Review: A Superbly Made and Supremely Moving Portrait of the Actor's Fall and Rise: https://variety.com/2024/film/reviews/super-man-the-christopher-reeve-story-review-1235881449/ Christopher Reeve's son recalls the Superman actor's powerful Oscars appearance following accident: https://ew.com/christopher-reeve-son-recalls-superman-actor-powerful-oscars-speech-after-accident-8547131 A Superman, on- and off-screen: how Christopher Reeves defied Chile's junta:https://chiletoday.cl/a-superman-on-and-off-screen-how-christopher-reeves-defied-pinochet/ Man and Superman: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC1126178/ Spinal Cord Injuries: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/books/NBK560721/ Management of Acute Traumatic Spinal Cord Injury: A Review of the Literature: https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/surgery/articles/10.3389/fsurg.2021.698736/full Brain Implants Allow Paralyzed Man to Walk Using His Thoughts: https://web.archive.org/web/20230726205430/https://www.nytimes.com/2023/05/24/science/paralysis-brain-implants-ai.html

  Asif Khan discusses The Color of Care film and the health equity resources available through the documentary website. Asif is the Director of Strategy and Impact at Picture Motion, which is the leading social impact agency developing award-winning advocacy and marketing campaigns for media and entertainment, including television, books, podcasts, and films, such as The Color of Care documentary produced and hosted by Oprah Winfrey.  

Today, Ali and Asif discuss the career of comedian Anthony Jeselnik and his special ‘Bones and All' (1:54). They discuss his early life, when they first saw him (Ali actually met him person!) and an insightful interview with Jeselnik in ‘Cracked Magazine'. They discuss Jeselnik's success as well as his admiration for Norm MacDonald.    The guys then discuss (31:31) psychopathy and antisocial personality disorder (ASPD) (NB Jeselnik does a dark character on stage, but does not have psychopathy or ASPD). Asif starts off with ASPD and discusses what it is and about how conduct disorder in childhood is related. Asif talks about how common it is and the prevalence in the prison population. Asif goes over the diagnostic criteria as well as the treatment and prognosis. Asif then briefly discusses how psychopathy is slightly different and also discusses the concept of ‘corporate psychopaths'.    The opinions expressed are those of the hosts, and do not reflect those of any other organizations. This podcast and website represents the opinions of the hosts. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for entertainment and informational purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.   Music courtesy of Wataboi and 8er41 from Pixabay   Contact us at doctorvcomedian@gmail.com   Follow us on Social media: Twitter: @doctorvcomedian Instagram: doctorvcomedian   Show Notes: Anthony Jeselnik Is Evolving. But He's Not Losing His Edge: https://www.cracked.com/article_44517_anthony-jeselnik-is-evolving-but-hes-not-losing-his-edge.html Anthony Jeselnik Attacks Modern Comedians: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/3W-VCMzXhM8?feature=share Antisocial Personality Disorder: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK546673/ What is the difference between sociopathy and psychopathy? https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/psychopath-vs-sociopath#psychopathy Psychopathic, Sociopathic, or Antisocial Personality? https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/tyrannical-minds/201907/psychopathic-sociopathic-or-antisocial-personality

Groundbreaking director David Lynch passed away recently, so today Asif and Ali review his career (4:17). They review his classic movies and television shows including Eraserhead, The Elephant Man, Dune, Blue Velvet, Twin Peaks, Wild at Heart, Lost Highway, Mulholland Drive, and Twin Peaks: the Return. They discuss his legacy as well as the tributes that poured in after his death. They discuss his battle with emphysema and in the second half, Ali asks Asif about this disease (39:37). Asif talks about what emphysema is, how common it is and the main symptoms. He then discusses how it is diagnosed and the utility of pulmonary function tests. He then goes over the treatment and prognosis.    The opinions expressed are those of the hosts, and do not reflect those of any other organizations. This podcast and website represents the opinions of the hosts. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for entertainment and informational purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.   Music courtesy of Wataboi and 8er41 from Pixabay   Contact us at doctorvcomedian@gmail.com   Follow us on Social media: Twitter: @doctorvcomedian Instagram: doctorvcomedian   Show Notes: Why a unionized warehouse in Quebec posed a threat to Amazon: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/montreal/unionized-amazon-warehouse-quebec-concern-1.7441043 Amazon Unleashed Flood of Water on Striking Workers, Say Teamsters: https://inthesetimes.com/article/amazon-flooded-striking-workers-say-teamsters Union: https://www.unionthefilm.com/ David Lynch, Auteur Drawn to the Dark and the Dreamlike, Dies at 78: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/david-lynch-blue-velvet-mulholland-drive-1236110711/ David Lynch, Visionary Director of ‘Twin Peaks' and ‘Blue Velvet,' Dies at 78: https://variety.com/2025/film/news/david-lynch-dead-director-blue-velvet-twin-peaks-1236276106/ How David Lynch Became and Icon of Cinema: https://www.newyorker.com/culture/the-front-row/how-david-lynch-became-an-icon-of-cinema Mulholland Drive: https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/mulholland-drive-2001 The world's 40 best directors: https://www.theguardian.com/film/features/page/0,11456,1082823,00.html Kyle MacLachlan: How David Lynch Invented Me:https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/19/opinion/kyle-maclachlan-david-lynch.html Steven Spielberg Honors David Lynch as Hollywood Mourns a Film Icon: ‘The World Is Going to Miss Such an Original and Unique Voice': https://web.archive.org/web/20250116221206/https://variety.com/2025/film/news/david-lynch-remembered-steven-spielberg-1236276104/ The Fabelmans 2022 Final Scene: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l4BAY9ERJow David Lynch Started Smoking at Age 8 — Now He Needs Oxygen to Walk: 'It's a Big Price to Pay': https://people.com/david-lynch-smoking-at-age-8-now-he-needs-oxygen-copd-exclusive-8743594 Emphysema: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK482217/ FEV1 and COPD: How to Interpret Your Results: https://www.healthline.com/health/fev1-copd

Today, in anticipation of its second season, Asif and Ali discuss the hit Apple TV+ show ‘Severance' (1:49). They discuss the development of the show, creator Dan Erickson and producer/director Ben Stiller. After several tangents the guys go over the cast, including Adam Scott, the plot and the production design of the show. They give their overall thoughts on season 1 and then Asif discusses the first episode of season 2.    Then Ali asks Asif about memory (34:35). Asif talks about how memory is organized, the different types of memory and why forgetting is often due to a lack of attention. He then discusses different types of amnesia. After discussing why we make so many errors with our memory, Asif then discusses what we can do to improve our memory.  The opinions expressed are those of the hosts, and do not reflect those of any other organizations. This podcast and website represents the opinions of the hosts. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for entertainment and informational purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.   Music courtesy of Wataboi and 8er41 from Pixabay   Contact us at doctorvcomedian@gmail.com   Follow us on Social media: Twitter: @doctorvcomedian Instagram: doctorvcomedian   Show Notes: Ben Stiller on ‘Severance,' Selling Out and Being Jewish Today: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/11/magazine/ben-stiller-interview.html The Hollywood Slog That Led Adam Scott to “Severance”: https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2024/12/30/adam-scott-profile Adam Scott on the ‘innies' and ‘outies' of Severance Season 2: https://www.theglobeandmail.com/arts/television/article-adam-scott-on-the-innies-and-outies-of-severance-season-2/ How Memory Works and 6 Tips to Improve It: https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/how-memory-works-and-6-tips-to-improve-it/ Comic explainer: how memory works: https://theconversation.com/comic-explainer-how-memory-works-64485 Learning and memory: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4248571/ The Neuroscience of Memory: Implications for the Courtroom: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4183265/ Preventing Alzheimer's Disease: What Do We Know? https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/alzheimers-and-dementia/preventing-alzheimers-disease-what-do-we-know Alzheimer's prevention: Does it exist? https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/alzheimers-disease/expert-answers/alzheimers-prevention/faq-20058140 Memory: https://www.health.harvard.edu/topics/memory

Today Asif and Ali catchup on news from the first few weeks of January. They start off by discussing Nikki Glaser and her Golden Globes performance (2:38). They discuss a recent New York Times article about her process and how she practiced her set in front of comedy club crowds over 90 times. They also discuss Conan O'Brien's thoughts on Nikki Glaser's work ethic.    Then Asif asks Ali about Ali being the host of Canada's New Year's Eve Celebration on the CBC with Ian Hanomansing, Adrienne Arsenault and Jann Arden (19:38). Ali talks about the huge viewership for the broadcast, the stresses of live TV and hosting for hours at a time.    Finally Ali asks Asif about the recent Norovirus outbreaks (35:00). Asit talks about what it is, how contagious it is and how it is (easily) transmitted. He then goes over the symptoms, treatment and when to go to the ER.  The opinions expressed are those of the hosts, and do not reflect those of any other organizations. This podcast and website represents the opinions of the hosts. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for entertainment and informational purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.   Music courtesy of Wataboi and 8er41 from Pixabay   Contact us at doctorvcomedian@gmail.com   Follow us on Social media: Twitter: @doctorvcomedian Instagram: doctorvcomedian   Show Notes: Nikki Glaser Wants to Kill as Host of the Globes. Is She Overthinking It?: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/03/arts/television/nikki-glaser-golden-globes-host.html Comic Nikki Glaser On Roasts & Hurt Feelings: https://www.npr.org/2025/01/03/1222640157/nikki-glaser-roast Nikki Glaser Tells the Jokes She Didn't Use at the Golden Globes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i33-r26oFuY Nikki Glaser on the Changes to Her Golden Globes Jokes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tUgYWf8yfeA Conan Thinks Nikki Glaser Did The Greatest Roast Of All Time |  Conan O'Brien Needs A Friend: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cyI5wvRCfF8 CBC resurrects plans for live New Year's Eve broadcast specials: https://www.agassizharrisonobserver.com/national-news/cbc-resurrects-plans-for-live-new-years-eve-broadcast-specials-7705391 Norovirus cases are on the rise. Here's what you need to know about this nasty bug: https://www.cbc.ca/radio/whitecoat/norovirus-cases-are-on-the-rise-here-s-what-you-need-to-know-about-this-nasty-bug-1.7427355 University of Guelph sees positive norovirus test as 190 report feeling ill: https://globalnews.ca/news/10954192/university-of-guelph-norovirus/ https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/food-poisoning/norovirus/health-professionals.html Norovirus: For health professionals: https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/certain-taylor-shellfish-canada-ulc-brand-oysters-recalled-due-norovirus-0 Norovirus: https://www.cdc.gov/norovirus/index.html; https://www.cdc.gov/norovirus/prevention/index.html

Welcome to episode 47 of Shack Together! Our gaming adventures continue as I wrap up Astrobot with a decidedly above average score and subsequently dive into Yakuza Kiwami, while Greg Burke joins us to share his continued thoughts on Marvel Rivals. John's been splitting time between Marvel Rivals, Fortnite Ballistic, and completing God of War Ragnarök, while Asif maintains his ever-eclectic mix of Disco Elysium, F-Zero, Balatro, and (you guessed it) Marvel Rivals. Today's show, however, is dominated by the recent Nintendo Switch 2 announcement. We dive deep into the reveal, discussing our expectations for the launch lineup (including potential titles like Red Dead Redemption 2, Silksong, and Metaphor ReFantazio), backward compatibility concerns, and our hopes and fears for Nintendo's next generation of gaming. In Story Time, we cover a range of news including hands-on previews of Civilization 7 and Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, AGDQ 2025's impressive fundraising total, and Sony's intriguing AI player input lag patent. We also discuss the upcoming Nintendo Sound Clock: Alarmo release and TikTok's preparation for potential USA server shutdowns. And that's all for today's show! Thanks as always for listening and enjoy! Articles mentioned in this episode Nintendo Switch 2 reveal Switch 2 Nintendo Direct coming April 2025 New Mario Kart teased for Switch 2 Civilization 7 preview Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii preview Donkey Kong Country Returns HD review Dynasty Warriors Origins review EA Sports College Football 26 announced Sony AI player input lag patent Nintendo Sound Clock: Alarmo release date AGDQ 2025 final total DICE Awards 2025 nominations TikTok USA servers shutdown prep

Happy New Year!! Today the guys discuss the career of actor and comedian Jamie Foxx (1:10). The guys discuss his early life and start in stand up comedy. They then discuss his breakout in ‘In Living Color' and subsequent movie roles including in ‘Any Given Sunday', ‘Collateral', ‘Ali' and ‘Ray' and his TV show ‘The Jamie Foxx Show'. They then discuss his recent health issues which are discussed in his new special ‘...What Had Happened Was'. They guys recap the special, Jamie's brain bleed and stroke and his rehab. They discuss the emotional aspects of the special, the comedy, the music and the frequent mentions of religion.    In the subsequent section, Ali asks Asif about brain bleeds (32:23). Asif goes over what they are and how these are essential hemorrhagic strokes. He talks about how common they are and the most frequent underlying causes. He then discusses the common symptoms and how they are diagnosed. Asif then goes over the treatment as well as possible surgical options. Asif then talks about the poor prognosis of brain bleeds and how prevention is the key.    The opinions expressed are those of the hosts, and do not reflect those of any other organizations. This podcast and website represents the opinions of the hosts. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for entertainment and informational purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.   Music courtesy of Wataboi and 8er41 from Pixabay   Contact us at doctorvcomedian@gmail.com   Follow us on Social media: Twitter: @doctorvcomedian Instagram: doctorvcomedian   Show Notes: LL Cool J and Jamie Foxx hated each other during ‘Any Given Sunday': https://faroutmagazine.co.uk/why-ll-cool-j-and-jamie-foxx-hated-each-other-during-any-given-sunday/ JAMIE FOXX DESTROYS Comedian | I'm Your Conscience: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nDBMWmurIUk Jamie Foxx Reveals He Had ‘Brain Bleed That Led to a Stroke' in Emotional Netflix Special: ‘I Don't Remember 20 Days: https://variety.com/2024/tv/news/jamie-foxx-netflix-special-brain-bleed-stroke-1236244285 Cerebral Hemorrhage: Pathophysiology, Treatment, and Future Directions: https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/CIRCRESAHA.121.319949#sec-4 Hemorrhagic Stroke: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK559173/

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