Podcasts about Aztecs

The Golden Eagle is a bird of epic proportions not only for their impressive size but also for the many legends they've inspired across human history. They are one of the largest eagles in the world with a wingspan of more than seven feet. When the Aztecs saw a Golden Eagle devouring a serpent atop a cactus, they knew they had found their promised land. Today, that powerful raptor graces Mexico's national shield. In fact, the Golden Eagle appears on the flags and emblems of several countries including Kazakhstan, where nomadic hunters have practiced an ancient form of falconry with Golden Eagles for thousands of years.More info and transcript at BirdNote.org.Want more BirdNote? Subscribe to our weekly newsletter. Sign up for BirdNote+ to get ad-free listening and other perks. BirdNote is a nonprofit. Your tax-deductible gift makes these shows possible.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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The 2025 SDSU Football season ends with a loss vs North Texas in the New Mexico Bowl, 49-47. The Aztecs finish with a 9-4 record and today we recap the bowl game, give our grades on the season, and explore what's next as the transfer portal looms ahead.

Listen to today's podcast... I am a chocoholic. I love milk chocolate. Creamy. Rich. Sweet. Delicious. It picks me up when I am down. Is this wrong?  Not terribly. We all have comfort foods and mine is chocolate. I don't eat it everyday. My addiction is quite mild most of the time. But there are days when I just have to give in. I have scavenged the cupboards looking for any type of chocolaty morsel. And when I do indulge, I try to do so with very little guilt, (which isn't always possible). It's About Moderation Contrary to popular belief, chocolate isn't its own food group, but treats are not all bad. Moderation is the key. Eating healthy around the treats is also well advised. But I do like my chocolate and I am always glad that my Christmas stocking, is lovingly filled with….Chocolate. My boys use to wondered why Santa only brought mommy chocolate…I told them, it was because daddy wanted mommy to be happy so he wrote it in his letter to Santa to bring me a stocking full of chocolate. And Santa hasn't let me down yet. So hats off to the Mayans and the Aztecs for creating the first chocolaty drink. Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      Tips For Building Resiliency and Celebrating National Chocolate Day: I don't have any, other than to indulge responsibly Looking for resources to build your resiliency? Check out my Live Smart blog at worksmartlivesmart.com #mentalhealth #hr

Lee Hacksaw Hamilton shares his “Hacksaw History” highlighting his career from Long Island to Ohio University, upstate New York, Cleveland, Phoenix and San Diego. We discussed Lee's early days doing play-by-play in minor league hockey, minor league baseball, and as a TV journalist. Then it was on to Cleveland to broadcast big time WHL pro hockey, a competitor with the NHL at that time. Then on to Phoenix KTAR where he lit the Valley of Sun on fire. In the late 1980s, San Diego called and invited Lee to be the play-by-play voice of the San Diego Chargers and also to host a sports talk show on XTRA 690. That sports talk show was the very beginning of an innovative all sports talk radio station that featured many names including Jim Rome, Steve Hartman, Chet Forte, Coach John Kentera, Billy Ray Smith, Scott Kaplan, Philly Billy Werndl, Jim Laslavic, Pat Curran and many more. This episode was originally aired as part of the John Riley Project on July 20, 2022. The History of Sports Talk Radio Lee shared his Long Island roots and the start of his radio news/DJ career in his college days on a radio station in Appalachia.  After a great run broadcasting pro hockey in Cleveland, he took his talents to the desert to announce Arizona State football and basketball. Hacksaw also hosted a sports talk show on KTAR in Phoenix shocking the locals with critical comments of ASU's football suspension, the Suns getting blown out in the first round of the 1981 NBA playoffs, and the ineptitude of Bowie Kuhn during the 1981 MLB strike. This was the start of the “Best 15 Minutes in Radio.” This was the start of “Putting Topics on the Table.”  “React!”  Lee was determined to grab his listeners by the throat and hold them for 4 hours of compelling sports talk radio. Hacksaw's reputation in Arizona led to a 1986 phone call from the Noble Broadcast Group in San Diego to be the San Diego Chargers play by play guy and start a sports talk show on the Mighty 690.  At the time the station was broadcasting rock n roll and Wolfman Jack. Little did they know that things were going to radically change in the next few years. Lee was the only sports guy in the entire station, and he started with a blank slate.  How in the hell was he going to pull this off? He started by creating a 9-hour NFL Sunday broadcast with a 2-hour Countdown to Kickoff pre-game show, the live game, and then a post-game show with caller participation.   The Mighty 690 Sports Talk Radio Meanwhile, every afternoon drivetime Hacksaw hosted his talk radio show using many of his provocative techniques to drive listenership. Lee was a sensation bringing sports facts, stats, and opinions in the late 1980s. He was the internet before the internet was a thing. After a brief transition to sports and news talk, the station went 100% sports starting in 1989. The Mighty 690 was the 3rd radio station in America to go all sports, and the first on the west coast. 690 had a “blowtorch signal” that carried Lee's show from “Baja to the Canadian Rockies” As 690 went all sports, many new voices took the microphone to create a wide variety of opinions and styles on sports talk: Jim Rome came on board to start his Scrub Saturday show. He later got the night shift right after Hacksaw's show, working on developing his style, his smack, and his clones. Rome later went on to national fame, but did you know Hacksaw was first offered the national gig prior to Rome but he turned it down. Steve Hartman joins the station and with Lee's recommendation he was paired up with former Monday Night Football producer Chet Forte.  Two loudmouth guys: one young, one old, one west coast, one east coast.  It was perfect. Steve Mason and John Ireland took on the morning show and later saw their careers take them to new places. Scott Kaplan and Billy Ray Smith joined the station creating a strong show and a loyal listening audience of Great Friends. The Coach John Kentera joins the station sharing his wealth of knowledge of local high school sports, plus offering his commentary on the San Diego pro and collegiate sports teams.   San Diego Chargers: I root for Herbert to Win, but Spanos to Lose As a long time voice of the San Diego Chargers play-by-play, and as an NFL junkie, Hacksaw was right at home broadcasting the Chargers every Sunday. We retrace some of the magical moments of the Chargers Super Bowl season including stories about Bobby Ross, Stan Humphries, Stan Brock, Tony Martin, Dennis Gibson, and the playoff run against the Dolphins in Steelers. We reminisce about the good vibes as both the team and the community both came together in a very special way. After the 1997 season The Mighty 690 lost its broadcast rights to the team, breaking promises made to the station and to Lee personally to stay on as the play-by-play guy.  Hacksaw was very disappointed with the decision, but he bounced back and was the play-by-play guy for the Seattle Seahawks for 3 seasons. So, how does Hacksaw feel about the Chargers now? He says he wants the kid quarterback Justin Herbert to go 17-0 and the owner Dean Spanos to go 0-17.   San Diego State Aztecs and the PAC-12 In the podcast episode we get into the new Snapdragon Stadium, Lee's disappointment that the Soccer City proposal did not win thus guaranteeing an NFL stadium option, and the possibilities of the Aztecs joining the PAC-12.   Could this be the start of a new podcast platform for Lee Hacksaw Hamilton?  “Agree or disagree?”  “I want to talk sports with you!”   #Hacksaw #LeeHamilton #Mighty690 #Chargers #sportsmedia #sportstalk #xtra690 #jimrome #chetforte #scottkaplan #billyraysmith #billwerndl #stevehartman #johnkentera #johnlynch   Be sure to share this episode with a friend! ☆☆ STAY CONNECTED ☆☆ For more of Hacksaw's Headlines, The Best 15 Minutes, One Man's Opinion, and Hacksaw's Pro Football Notebook: http://www.leehacksawhamilton.com/ SUBSCRIBE on YouTube for more reactions, upcoming shows and more! ► https://www.youtube.com/c/leehacksawhamiltonsports FACEBOOK ➡ https://www.facebook.com/leehacksaw.hamilton.9 TWITTER ➡ https://twitter.com/hacksaw1090 TIKTOK ➡ https://www.tiktok.com/@leehacksawhamilton INSTAGRAM ➡ https://www.instagram.com/leehacksawhamiltonsports/ To get the latest news and information about sports, join Hacksaw's Insider's Group. 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It's one of the most beloved holiday plants. The poinsettias roots go all the way back to the Aztecs, but today is grown right here in the Houston area.

There was so much football this past weekend, my brain nearly exploded. We start with the Padres signing Michael King. Angels Skaggs trial has concluded and we have the results. MLB Weekend Deals with White Sox, Red Sox, Orioles, Pirates, Royals, Blue Jays, Mets. Chargers Superman Justin Herbert flies past the Dallas Cowboys. Weekend of Surprises with Steelers, Lions, Jaguars, Broncos, Patriots, Ravens, Rams, Bears. NFL Names in the News Lamar Jackson, Jordan Love, JJ McCarthy, Gardner Minshew, Quin Judkins. Ugly first round of the College Football Playoff. We discuss Miami vs Texas A&M, Alabama vs Oklahoma, Ole Miss vs Tulane, and Oregon vs James Madison. Plus, news from San Diego State, Michigan, USC, and Notre Dame. Speaking of San Diego State, the Aztecs lose big to Arizona. We've got more hoops updates from the Lakers, Clippers, WNBA. Hockey Hotline with updates from Kings, Canadiens, and San Diego Gulls. Plus, Greg Biffle, Lewis Hamilton, and Jake Paul. Jake Paul? Really? We're going to talk about Jake Paul. Gotta question or comment in the World of Sports for Hacksaw? Drop your take in the live chat on YouTube, X or Facebook. Here's what Lee Hamilton thinks on Monday, December 22, 2025.   1)...PADRES BUSY HOLIDAY SHOPPING…MICHAEL KING, SUNG-MUN SONG "PATIENCE PAYS OFF"   2)...ANGELS-TYLER SKAGGS LAWSUIT-STUNNING ENDING "JURY BLAMES TEAM"   OUT OF COURT SETTLEMENT 62M-WRONGFUL DEATH 19M-LOSS OF LIFE 10M-PUNITIVE   JURY-55%-BLAME ANGELS...15%-SKAGGS EVERYONE FAILED SKAGGS ANGELS VIOLATED OWN HR GUIDELINES ASK MLB DISCIPLINE ANGELS   3)...MLB NOTEBOOK "WEEKEND DEALS"   WHITE SOX...RED SOX ORIOLES...PIRATES ROYALS...BLUE JAYS METS ------------------ 4)...CHARGERS ANOTHER BIG WIN ON ROAD VS COWBOYS "JUSTIN HERBERT-SUPERMAN"   5)...NFL SCOREBOARD "WEEKEND OF SURPRISES"   STEELERS-LIONS JAGUARS-DENVER PATRIOTS-RAVENS RAMS...CHICAGO   6)...NFL NOTEBOOK "NAMES IN THE NEWS"   LAMAR JACKSON JORDAN LOVE JJ MC CARTHY GARDNER MINSHEW QUIN JUDKENS ================= (HALFTIME...DIXIELINE LUMBER) ================= 7)...COLLEGE FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS "UGLY FIRST ROUND"   MIAMI ALABAMA OLE MISS OREGON   AZTECS MICHIGAN USC NOTRE DAME -------------------- 8)...SAN DIEGO STATE BASKETBALL VS #1 ARIZONA "ANOTHER BIG GAME BLOWOUT"   9)...BASKETBALL NOTEBOOK…LAKERS/CLIPPERS/WNBA "INJURY HEX-WORK STOPPAGE" ------------------- 10)...HOCKEY HOTLINE OPEN FOR BUSINESS…LA KINGS-MONTREAL-GULLS "NHL TRADE--GAMES" -------------------- 11)...HOT HEADLINES "OFF THE SPORTSWIRE"   GREGG BIFFLE LEWIS HAMILTON JAKE PAUL ==============       #nfl #PATRIOTS #RAVENS #STEELERS #JAGUARS #CHIEFS #CHARGERS #BRONCOS #COWBOYS #LIONS #BEARS #PACKERS #VIKINGS #49ERS #RAMS #CARDINALS #MLB #redsox #orioles #bluejays #whitesox #royals #mets #pirates #dodgers #PADRES #michaelking #ajpreller #luisarraez #SUNGMUNSONG #ANGELS #TYLERSKAGGS #alexbregman #juansoto #franciscolindor #petealonso #MITCHKELLER #williamcontreras #sandiegostate #aztecs #seanlewis #sdsu #jaydendenegal #BERTEMMANUEL #briandutcher #milesbyrd #MAGOONGWATH #oregon #danlanning #DANTEMOORE #sherronebrown #alabama #OKLAHOMA #notredame #USC #chargers #justinherbert #quentinjohnston #rams #matthewstafford #drakemaye #lamarjackson #miketomlin #jalenramsey #liamcoen #trevorlawrence  #dakprescott #georgepickens #ceedeelamb #jordanlove #calebwilliams #jjmccarthy #nhl #KINGS #canadiens #GULLS #lakers #lebronjames #lukadoncic #clippers #kawhileonard #wnba #caitlinclark #SOPHIECUNNINGHAM #f1 #lewishamilton   Be sure to share this episode with a friend! ☆☆ STAY CONNECTED ☆☆ For more of Hacksaw's Headlines, The Best 15 Minutes, One Man's Opinion, and Hacksaw's Pro Football Notebook: http://www.leehacksawhamilton.com/ SUBSCRIBE on YouTube for more reactions, upcoming shows and more! ► https://www.youtube.com/c/leehacksawhamiltonsports FACEBOOK ➡ https://www.facebook.com/leehacksaw.hamilton.9 TWITTER ➡ https://twitter.com/hacksaw1090 TIKTOK ➡ https://www.tiktok.com/@leehacksawhamilton INSTAGRAM ➡ https://www.instagram.com/leehacksawhamiltonsports/ To get the latest news and information about sports, join Hacksaw's Insider's Group. It's free! https://www.leehacksawhamilton.com/team/ Thank you to our sponsors: Dixieline Lumber and Home Centers https://www.dixieline.com/  

Join us as we recap the SDSU out of conference season. The Aztecs basketball team now begins their final Mountain West season and it will take a Mountain of a performance to make it special.

Join us as we recap the SDSU out of conference season. The Aztecs basketball team now begins their final Mountain West season and it will take a Mountain of a performance to make it special.

Padres need to fix this thing. Dodgers trade offers. Angels bullpen by committee. MLB trades coming in Arizona, Philly? Rams vs Seahawks - Bombs Away QBs. NFL Must See TV - Chargers-Cowboys, Ravens-Patriots, Bears-Packers, Broncos-Jaguars. Who is hot and who is not? Dolphins, Cowboys, Chargers. NCAA Coaches Firings and Playoffs - Michigan, Ohio U, Alabama, Oklahoma, Miami, Texas A&M, Tulane, Ole Miss, Oregon, James Madison. Aztecs big weekend game vs #1 Arizona. NBA Trades? Raptors, Mavericks, Bucks, Knicks, Warriors, Kings, Clippers. Plus, FIFA, Chelsea, Paris St Germain, PGA, and NASCAR. Got a question or comment for The Franchise? Drop your take in the live chat on YouTube, X or Facebook. Here's what Lee Hamilton thinks on Thursday, December 18, 2025.   1)...SAN DIEGO PADRES BASEBALL...WHAT ROAD TRAVELLING? "ON THE CLOCK-FIX THIS"   2)...DODGERS...BEHIND CLOSED DOORS TALKS "FREE AGENT-TRADE OFFERS"   3)...ANGELS...FREE AGENT DEALS CONTINUE "BULLPEN BY COMMITTEE"   4)...MLB NOTEBOOK…ARIZONA/PHILLIES "TRADES COMING?" -----------   5)...NFL FOOTBALL...THURSDAY NIGHT NFC-WEST-SHOWDOWN…RAMS-SEAHAWKS "BOMBS AWAY QB'S"   6)...SUNDAY SCOREBOARD WATCHING "MUST SEE--TV"   CHARGERS-COWBOYS RAVENS-PATRIOTS BEARS-PACKERS BRONCOS-JAGUARS   7)...NFL NOTEBOOK…MIAMI/DALLAS/CHARGERS "WHO IS HOT--WHO IS NOT"   ========== (HALFTIME)...DIXIELINE LUMBER ========== 8)...COLLEGE FOOTBALL NOTEBOOK "COACHES FIRINGS...PLAYOFF GAMES"   MICHIGAN...OHIO U ALABAMA-OKLAHOMA MIAMI-TEXAS AM TULANE-OLE MISS OREGON-JAMES MADISON ----------------- 9)...AZTECS...HUGE WEEKEND IN HOOPS…SAN DIEGO STATE-ARIZONA "SDSU VS #1...BLOWOUT BASKETBALL"   10)...NBA...TRADE WINDOW OPENS "WILL BIG NAMES BE MOVED?"   TORONTO...DALLAS MILWAUKEE...KNICKS GOLDEN STATE...SACRAMENTO CLIPPERS ----------------- 11)...HOT HEADLINES “OFF THE SPORTSWIRE"   FIFA CHELSEA PARIS ST GERMAIN SOCCER PGA TOUR NASCAR ============== #nfl #DOLPHINS #PATRIOTS #RAVENS #JAGUARS #CHARGERS #BRONCOS #COWBOYS #BEARS #PACKERS #RAMS #SEAHAWKS #MLB #PADRES #joemusgrove #michaelking #ajpreller #masonmiller #RamónLaureano #nickpivetta #RUBENNIEBLA #DODGERS #tommyedman #teoscarhernandez #rokisasaki #blakesnell #ANGELS #anthonyrendon #alexbregman #BOBICHETTE #stevenkwan #tarikskubal #adolisgarcia #DIAMONDBACKS #PHILLIES #JTREALMUTO #NICKCASTELLANOS #KYLETUCKER #ketelmarte #sandiegostate #aztecs #briandutcher #milesbyrd #bjdavis #MAGOONGWATH #milesheide #pharaohcompton#oregon #danlanning #DANTEMOORE #sherronebrown #MARCELREED #TEXASAM #alabama #OKLAHOMA #BRENTVENABLES #chargers #justinherbert #rams #matthewstafford #davonteadams #pukanacua #drakemaye #TUATAGOVAILOA #MIKEMCDANIEL #lamarjackson #bonix #dakprescott #JERRYJONES #jordanlove #calebwilliams #samdarnold #clippers #CHRISPAUL #knicks #anthonydavis #bucks #mavericks #giannis #WARRIORS #NASCAR #fifa #worldcup2026 #CHELSEA #PARISSTGERMAIN #pga #scottiescheffler       Be sure to share this episode with a friend! ☆☆ STAY CONNECTED ☆☆ For more of Hacksaw's Headlines, The Best 15 Minutes, One Man's Opinion, and Hacksaw's Pro Football Notebook: http://www.leehacksawhamilton.com/ SUBSCRIBE on YouTube for more reactions, upcoming shows and more! ► https://www.youtube.com/c/leehacksawhamiltonsports FACEBOOK ➡ https://www.facebook.com/leehacksaw.hamilton.9 TWITTER ➡ https://twitter.com/hacksaw1090 TIKTOK ➡ https://www.tiktok.com/@leehacksawhamilton INSTAGRAM ➡ https://www.instagram.com/leehacksawhamiltonsports/ To get the latest news and information about sports, join Hacksaw's Insider's Group. It's free! https://www.leehacksawhamilton.com/team/ Thank you to our sponsors: Dixieline Lumber and Home Centers https://www.dixieline.com/  

Our final show of the year is here! Davante Adams is doubtful to play in tonight’s huge matchup for the Rams vs. the Seahawks. The Chargers are underdogs vs. the Cowboys. The Aztecs took down Air Force and will now head to Phoenix to take on No. 1 Arizona. Senator Catherine Blakespear joins the show. NFL Week 16 winners with SIC Picks.Support the show: http://kaplanandcrew.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SDSU Begins Their Final MWC Reg Season Tonight Vs Air Force. More On the Padres Non activity This Off Season.

Our final show of the year is here! Davante Adams is doubtful to play in tonight’s huge matchup for the Rams vs. the Seahawks. The Chargers are underdogs vs. the Cowboys. The Aztecs took down Air Force and will now head to Phoenix to take on No. 1 Arizona. Senator Catherine Blakespear joins the show. NFL Week 16 winners with SIC Picks.Support the show: http://kaplanandcrew.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The guys made some bets in the Daily Gambit, talked about the MLS changing up divisions, and Sean Lewis joined us to talk about the 9-3 season and the bowl game ahead.

The Aztecs bounced back after Sean Lewis' first season in a big way. After a 3-9 2024, the Aztecs went 9-3 and worked themselves into a bowl game against North Texas on December 27th. Coach Lewis joined Gwynn & Chris to discuss the turnaround, missing out on the Mountain West Championship, and more!

Dead Funny History: The AztecsJoin historian Greg Jenner for a funny and fascinating family adventure into the world of the Aztecs, an extraordinary civilisation of gods, gold, chocolate and… the odd human sacrifice.The rise of an empire The Aztec Empire thrived in Central Mexico between the 14th and 16th centuries. Greg takes families and children back to Tenochtitlan, the stunning island city that became the Aztec capital. Home to grand pyramids, bustling markets and thousands of temples, it was four times bigger than Tudor London!The Aztecs built their empire through skill, trade and an unshakeable belief in their gods. They worshipped deities of war, water, joy, dreams and even mischief; with a few dramatic rituals to keep them happy.Sacrifice, skulls and sunshine In this laugh-out-loud lesson, Greg explains why the Aztecs offered human hearts to the gods to keep the sun shining, and how their earth goddess, Tlaltecuhtli, demanded regular blood donations. From “flower wars” to giant skull racks, Aztec religion could be extreme, but it was also deeply symbolic and full of meaning.Not all the stories are scary, though. Between the jokes and sound effects, Greg reveals a lively culture where chocolate was money, gold was “sun poop”, and weddings were celebrated with piggybacks and cocoa toasts!Life in Tenochtitlan Greg and the Dead Funny History cast bring the city to life with humour and heart - from the markets full of maize, avocados and chillies, to the matchmakers who literally “tied the knot.” There's even a cameo from the world's first emojis - Aztec picture writing!It's history told with big laughs, smart facts and plenty of family fun, as Greg balances gory moments with the joyful, inventive side of Aztec life.The fall of the Aztecs Of course, not every empire ends happily. Greg tells how Spanish conquistador Hernando Cortés arrived in 1519, bringing war, betrayal and devastating diseases that wiped out much of the Aztec world. It's a sobering but powerful story about bravery, belief and survival.Funny, factual and unforgettable With jokes, sketches and sound design that make history come alive, Dead Funny History – The Aztecs is perfect for curious kids, families and fans of Greg Jenner's clever storytelling. Discover how one of the world's greatest civilisations shaped modern Mexico, and how chocolate really did change the world!Writers: Jack Bernhardt, Gabby Hutchinson Crouch and Dr Emma Nagouse Host: Greg Jenner Performers: Mali Ann Rees and John-Luke Roberts Producer: Dr Emma Nagouse Associate Producer: Gabby Hutchinson Crouch Audio producer: Emma Weatherill Script consultant: Professor Caroline Dodds Pennock Production Coordinator: Liz Tuohy Production Manager: Jo Kyle Studio Managers: Keith Graham and Andrew Garratt Sound designer: Peregrine AndrewsA BBC Studios Production

Ben & Woods kick off the 7am hour with more thoughts, and a bit of a heated debate, regarding the future outlook of our beloved San Diego Padres. Then we get to "Don't (And DO) Do This" before the guys switch gears and look to tonight's game between San Diego State and Air Force, and why this is a very strange week for the Aztecs. Listen here!

The Padres put together an All-Star staff...NOT. The Rams are not ruling out Davante Adams for TNF despite aggravating his hamstring injury. NFL Week 16 preview with Eric Williams. SDSU hosts Air Force in a must win game ahead of their clash with #1 Arizona.Support the show: http://kaplanandcrew.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Skraby and Chris rolled on with Chris vs the Fans, Coach Jaydee Luster, and a Big 5!

Yu Darvish said he may not ever want to pitch in the majors again after undergoing Tommy John, with sources saying he is contemplating retirement. Philip Rivers will start again in Week 16 for the Colts when they play the 49ers on MNF. Patrick Mahomes underwent surgery for his torn ACL & LCL.Support the show: http://kaplanandcrew.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Seahawks 6 field goals was enough to beat the Colts in Philip Rivers comeback. Patrick Mahomes tore his ACL and the Chargers beat the Chiefs to eliminate Kansas City from playoff contention. The Rams offense leads them to a win over Detroit and they clinch a playoff spot in the NFC. Micah Parsons tears ACL, Broncos clinch playoff spot. Fernando Mendoza wins the Heisman, Diego Pavia throws a hissy fit.Support the show: http://kaplanandcrew.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tony, Chris, and Skraby had a fun Friday show including Bailey Barnhard of the Aztecs women's basketball team. Our Countdown was Top 5 Jim Carrey movies, and we had a lively Big 5!

The guys were back in studio together and they started the show with something Chris realized for the first time in his life. Plus, we talked to Aztec women's forward Bailey Barnhard about the year so far.

Aztecs F Miles Byrd Joins Us

Phillip Rivers. Aztecs F Miles Byrd Joins Us.

Check out this encore from December 9, 2025 Fr. John LoCoco joins Patrick to discuss Our Lady of Guadalupe on the Feast of Juan Diego. What is the Story of our Lady of Guadalupe? (9:30) Our Lady of Guadalupe’s Maternity (19:30) Break 1 (20:34) Richard - What has the scientific investigation of the tilma revealed? The number of the Aztecs that converted equaled the number of people the Church in Europe. Sal - I was drawn to an addiction and I asked Our Lady to stop that and she did. I also share a birthday with her. What is the difference between Our Lady of Guadalupe and the Virgin Mary? (28:11) Leo - My wife and I went to the Guadalupe shrine in Mexico City. Mother Mary gave us a chance to get close to the image. Tessie - I was in the hospital for 4 months and I lost gall bladder. I was on the verge of death. I saw Our Lady Of Guadalupe's image and I was miraculous healed. (35:25) Break 2 Catherine - I saw the tilma in Mexico City when I was a tourist. I was not a practicing Catholic. Today I help with out with Rosaries. (41:06) Steve - I saw the US Constitution the same year I saw the tilma. Isn't it amazing that you can barely read Constitution but the tilma is in great condition. This strengthened my faith

According to reports, the Colts are planning on starting Philip Rivers in Week 15. The Rams are a touchdown favorite over the Lions. The Chiefs are big favorites over the Chargers. Todd Bowles goes off after Bucs loss on TNF.Support the show: http://kaplanandcrew.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben & Woods open the 7am hour by talking about San Diego State's 89-71 win over Lamar last night as the Aztecs returned to action at Viejas Arena. Then we get to "Don't (And DO) Do This" before we have some fun with this week's Throwback Thursday clip from 5 years ago way back at the Corona Cave where Ben sang some jazz? Listen here!

AJ Preller says Fernando Tatis will not be traded, but they always listen to offers. Riley Leonard was a full participant for the Colts, so will they actually need Philip Rivers? The Chargers are big underdogs vs. the Chiefs. The Rams are favored over the Lions.Support the show: http://kaplanandcrew.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Philip Rivers is back! He will wear #17 for the Colts, and it sounds like he could get the start on Sunday vs. the Seahawks. AJ Preller is fielding calls for every one of his high-end relievers and refused to say if there were any untouchables on the roster. The Lakers host the Spurs in the quarterfinals of the NBA Cup. SDSU hosts Lamar. Howie Deneroff and Eric Williams join the show.Support the show: http://kaplanandcrew.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We had Gwynn vs the Fans, talked to Aztecs assistant men's basketball coach Ryan Badrtalei, and The Big 5!

Fr. John LoCoco joins Patrick to discuss Our Lady of Guadalupe on the Feast of Juan Diego. What is the Story of our Lady of Guadalupe? (9:30) Our Lady of Guadalupe’s Maternity (19:30) Break 1 (20:34) Richard - What has the scientific investigation of the tilma revealed? The number of the Aztecs that converted equaled the number of people the Church in Europe. Sal - I was drawn to an addiction and I asked Our Lady to stop that and she did. I also share a birthday with her. What is the difference between Our Lady of Guadalupe and the Virgin Mary? (28:11) Leo - My wife and I went to the Guadalupe shrine in Mexico City. Mother Mary gave us a chance to get close to the image. Tessie - I was in the hospital for 4 months and I lost gall bladder. I was on the verge of death. I saw Our Lady Of Guadalupe's image and I was miraculous healed. (35:25) Break 2 Catherine - I saw the tilma in Mexico City when I was a tourist. I was not a practicing Catholic. Today I help with out with Rosaries. (41:06) Steve - I saw the US Constitution the same year I saw the tilma. Isn't it amazing that you can barely read Constitution but the tilma is in great condition. This strengthened my faith

Padres Chairman John Seidler told the UT that the 2026 payroll will remain the same as 2025. Jalen Hurts 5 turnovers helps the Chargers beat the Eagles. Philip Rivers works out for Colts and could make a comeback.Support the show: http://kaplanandcrew.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MLB Winter Meetings are underway, and the Padres are at the center of trade rumors with Nick Pivetta and Jake Cronenworth being shopped. The Rams are now Super Bowl favorites after their win over the Cardinals. MNF: Chargers vs. Eagles with Justin Herbert expected to start. The CFB Bracket is set, but of course, it's filled with controversy. SDSU is headed to the New Mexico Bowl.Support the show: http://kaplanandcrew.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

San Diego State head football coach Sean Lewis joins the show to discuss the Aztecs season, coming to New Mexico to face North Texas and how they turned it around after a 3-9 season last year. The Lobo men put on a clinic against Santa Clara. Was that their ceiling? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Alex down in TJ for the day our friend Jason Lawhead joins the gang to tell us what he thinks of his Browns and Lebron's streak coming to an end. Support the show: http://kaplanandcrew.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tristan Hughes is joined by Dr. Cameron McNeil, Mesoamerican archaeologist, to explore cacao, in ancient Mesoamerican societies like the Maya, Aztecs, and Olmecs. They discuss how was used as food, drink, currency, and in ritualistic practices, and learn about its journey from South America to becoming a highly valued commodity in Mesoamerica.MOREOrigins of BeerListen on AppleListen on SpotifyPyramid of the SunListen on AppleListen on SpotifyPresented by Tristan Hughes. The audio editor and producer is Joseph Knight. The senior producer is Anne-Marie Luff.All music courtesy of Epidemic SoundsThe Ancients is a History Hit podcast.Sign up to History Hit for hundreds of hours of original documentaries, with a new release every week. Sign up at https://www.historyhit.com/subscribe. You can take part in our listener survey here: https://insights.historyhit.com/history-hit-podcast-always-on Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chargers QB Justin Herbert plans to play on MNF despite having surgery on his left hand on Monday. The Rams are big favorites over the Cardinals for Week 14. Matthew Stafford wins Player of the Month. SDSU doesn't look great, but beats Utah Valley. Fat Tony joins the show and SIC Score winners with Craig Dado.Support the show: http://kaplanandcrew.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Freddy Jay's journey into tattooing is a captivating story of unexpected beginnings and unwavering commitment. At the age of 19, he found himself at a crossroads in life, having once aspired to become a pilot due to his love for surfing and the freedom it represented. However, as he matured, he realized that the life of a pilot was not meant for him. Instead, he began to explore his creative side, which ultimately led him to the world of tattooing. In this episode of Chats and Tatts, host Aaron Della Vedova returns to his home studio, bringing a vibrant tribal energy to the conversation. Joined by Freddy, the duo explores the fascinating spiritual practices of ancient civilizations, focusing on the Mayans and Aztecs. Aaron shares his unique experience of micro-dosing mushrooms to enhance the episode's vibe, drawing parallels between the Mayans' pursuit of knowledge and intellect through plant medicine and the more aggressive, corporate nature of the Aztecs. Tune in for an enlightening discussion that delves into the spiritual connections of the past and their significance in understanding our own artistic and spiritual journeys. Chat Highlights: [00:01:09] Aztec and Mayan energy. [00:04:01] Artistic journey through tattooing. [00:09:08] Polynesian tattoo inspiration. [00:12:44] Mentorship in the tattoo industry. [00:15:38] Tattoo apprenticeship challenges. [00:22:17] Different times of tattooing culture. [00:24:39] Tattooing as a personal journey. [00:28:01] Cultural influences in tattooing. [00:30:40] Toltec traditions and philosophy. [00:34:45] Mayan head shaping practices. [00:38:16] Celebration of physical differences. [00:42:27] Ancient civilizations and new discoveries. [00:46:40] Travel and cultural inspiration. [00:52:01] Immersing in Mexican culture. [00:54:44] Cultural sensitivity in tattooing. [00:59:29] Cultural fusion in art. [01:01:47] Adventure in tattooing.   Quotes:   "I micro-dosed a healthy little portion of mushrooms in my coffee today for this episode." "I mean I barely know how to tattoo I fucking scratched this Indian into this guy's chest."   "I think you grow under pressure, but not under fear, if I should put it into those words."   "Everything is meant to be in some funny way."   "You have to get more into your intuitive self and feel your way through life versus relying on."   "You're left with a very small human population and most likely the smart ones, the ones that know how to build pyramids, they're probably the first ones to die."   "If you really want to do something that's different from where you are, you need to seek the place, you need to seek the people, you need to seek the culture."   "We're all one, we're all one thing, you know, we all are human, we all should love and care for one another."   Stay Connected: Chats & Tatts: Website: http://www.chatsandtatts.com⁠ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chatsandtatts  IG: http://www.instagram.com/chatsandtatts Chats & Tatts YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/chatsandtatts Connect with Aaron:⁠   Aaron IG:⁠ http://www.instagram.com/aarondellavedova⁠ Guru Tattoo: http://www.Gurutattoo.com Connect with Freddyi: IG: https://www.instagram.com/freddyjay108

Report out of San Francisco says the Warriors Owner Joe Lacob could be interested in buying the Padres. Brian Dutcher says the Aztecs are full of urgency ahead of their game tonight vs. Utah Valley. The latest CFB ranking is out. Lane Kiffin can't stop tweeting. The Clippers cut Chris Paul in the middle of his retirement tour.Support the show: http://kaplanandcrew.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Andre is joined by EVT's Bryant Thursby to recap football's crucial 2OT loss to New Mexico on Black Friday that knocked the Aztecs out of the Mountain West Championship Game. The guys also discuss how the tiebreaker scenarios played out that decided the UNLV at Boise State championship matchup and the conference postseason awards.

We're back from PAX Unplugged 2025! and what an awesome show it was. Thanks to all who stopped by our booth to show your support for Mythic Earth, and to support the Game. This is episode 127 of Mythicast, and once again we delve deep into a CRUX CREATOR FORCE ROSTER. Jeff Mitchel, of Defective Dice fame joins us to discuss his all conquering Aztec list. Jeff is a phenomenal Mythic Earth General with a few tournament wins under his belt. His latest triumph was at the Mythic Earth 2025 PAX event. You can find his Aztec list in the Crux Creator, here:  https://mythicearth.app/FeaturedListsNow that convention season is over we can really get stuck into some Mythic Earth gaming. We hope you join us and share your games with the Mythic Earth community on our Discord channel and Facebook Pages.https://discord.gg/mythicamericashttps://www.facebook.com/share/g/1BwGDUedtf/?mibextid=wwXIfrPlease make sure to follow, and like  us on our Mycthicast podcast and YouTube Channel.Thank you!https://mythicearth.app/

Report out of San Francisco says the Warriors Owner Joe Lacob could be interested in buying the Padres. Brian Dutcher says the Aztecs are full of urgency ahead of their game tonight vs. Utah Valley. The latest CFB ranking is out. Lane Kiffin can't stop tweeting. The Clippers cut Chris Paul in the middle of his retirement tour.Support the show: http://kaplanandcrew.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why are Aztecs often considered pessimists from a philosophical perspective? In episode 150 of Overthink, Ellie and David chat with philosopher Sebastian Purcell about his book The Outward Path: The Wisdom of the Aztecs. They discuss how the Aztecs urge us to take an “outside-in” approach to the self, how their understanding of happiness differs from much of Western philosophy, and how their view of the mind as inherently chaotic shapes their moral outlook. Why did the Aztecs think happiness was not an important goal? How can the Aztec notion of ‘right speech' help us gain control over the internal chaos of the mind? And why did the Aztecs reject the possibility of redemption? In the Substack bonus segment, your hosts dive deeper into the pessimism of the Aztecs and the claustrophobia of the Spanish conquest.Works Discussed:Sebastian Purcell, The Outward Path: The Wisdom of the AztecsJacques Soustelle, Daily Life of the Aztecs on the Eve of the Spanish ConquestEnjoy our work? Support Overthink via tax-deductible donation: https://www.givecampus.com/fj0w3vJoin our Substack for ad-free versions of both audio and video episodes, extended episodes, exclusive live chats, and more: https://overthinkpod.substack.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Aztecs fall in 2OT to New Mexico and out of MW Championship Game. College Football Rivalry Weekend Ohio State-Michigan, Texas-Texas &M, USC-UCLA. Plus, NCAA Coaching Carousel with updates from LSU, Ole Miss, Florida, Auburn, Arkansas, Colorado State, Oregon State, Stanford, Southern, Cal and Kentucky. Bolts Bash Raiders, Raiders Bash Herbert. NFL Upset City updates from Lions, Chiefs, Ravens, Eagles, Browns, Colts, Rams, Vikings, Bills and Broncos. Padres need pitching, Japanese star snubs Dodgers, Angels buy on the cheap. MLB notes from Orioles, Yankees, Mets, Red Sox. Aztecs Hoops lost week in Vegas. Plus, San Diego FC and F1 Red Bull Racing. Got a question or comment for Hacksaw? Drop your take in the live chat on YouTube, X or Facebook. Here's what Lee Hamilton thinks on Monday, December 1, 2025.   1)...COLLEGE FOOTBALL-WILD WEEKEND-LOT CONTROVERSY "AZTECS LOSE ON-OFF FIELD"   2)...RIVALRY WEEKEND...BIG CONTROVERSY…OHIO STATE-TEXAS-USC "LANDSLIDE WIN...TOO LATE VICTORY"   3)...COACHING CAROUSEL...FIREWORKS EVERYWHERE "PAYDAYS...ANGRY EXITS"   LSU...OLE MISS FLORIDA...AUBURN ARKANSAS...COLORADO STATE OREGON STATE...STANFORD SOUTHERN UNIV...CAL KENTUCKY ------------- 4)...CHARGERS WEAR OUT RAIDERS "BOLTS WIN-QB HURT" --------------- 5)...NFL SCOREBOARD...UPSET CITY "BAD WEEKEND"   LIONS...CHIEFS RAVENS...EAGLES BROWNS...COLTS RAMS...VIKINGS BILLS...DENVER ============= (HALFTIME-DIXIELINE LUMBER) ============= 6)...PADRES REPORT "HELP WANTED PITCHING"   7)...DODGERS...DO BUSINESS DIFFERENTLY "JAPANESE STAR SNUB"   8)...ANGELS...TON OF NEWS ON-OFF FIELD "BUY OUT...BUY ON CHEAP" ----------------- 9)...MLB NOTEBOOK…ORIOLES/YANKEES/METS/RED SOX "OFFERS OUT THERE" ------------------ 10)...AZTECS BASKETBALL COMES BACK.HOME "LOST WEEK IN LAS VEGAS ----------------- 11)...LATE BREAKING NEWS "OFF THE SPORTSWIRE"   SDFC   RED BULL - F1   =============== #nfl #BILLS #RAVENS #BROWNS #STEELERS #COLTS #CHIEFS #CHARGERS #RAIDERS #BRONCOS #EAGLES #COWBOYS #LIONS #VIKINGS #PANTHERS #49ERS #RAMS #SEAHAWKS #MLB #yankees #redsox #orioles #bluejays #rangers #mets #giants #PADRES #dylancease #michaelking #TATSUYAIMAI #DODGERS #tommyedman #mookiebetts #ANGELS #anthonyrendon #CODYBELLINGER #maxscherzer #alexbregman #adolisgarcia #petealonso #JTREALMUTO #justinverlander #zacgallen #sandiegostate #aztecs #seanlewis #sdsu #jaydendenegal #briandutcher #milesbyrd #MAGOONGWATH #ELZIEHARRINGTON #ucla #usc #ohiostate #juliansayin #indiana #CURTCIGNETTI #colorado #coachprime #ARKANSAS #texas #olemiss #LSU #lanekiffin #NEWMEXICO #UCONN #GENOSMITH #PETECARROLL #markdavis #chargers #justinherbert #rams #matthewstafford #lamarjackson #aaronrodgers #miketomlin #SHEDEURSANDERS #danieljones #bonix #dakprescott #jalenhurts #georgepickens #ceedeelamb #kevinoconnell #samdarnold #teamredbull #f1 #maxverstappen #sdfc #SANDIEGOFC #andersdreyer #chuckylozano #MIKEYVARAS     Be sure to share this episode with a friend! ☆☆ STAY CONNECTED ☆☆ For more of Hacksaw's Headlines, The Best 15 Minutes, One Man's Opinion, and Hacksaw's Pro Football Notebook: http://www.leehacksawhamilton.com/ SUBSCRIBE on YouTube for more reactions, upcoming shows and more! ► https://www.youtube.com/c/leehacksawhamiltonsports FACEBOOK ➡ https://www.facebook.com/leehacksaw.hamilton.9 TWITTER ➡ https://twitter.com/hacksaw1090 TIKTOK ➡ https://www.tiktok.com/@leehacksawhamilton INSTAGRAM ➡ https://www.instagram.com/leehacksawhamiltonsports/ To get the latest news and information about sports, join Hacksaw's Insider's Group. It's free! https://www.leehacksawhamilton.com/team/ Thank you to our sponsors: Dixieline Lumber and Home Centers https://www.dixieline.com/  

Aztecs don't get picked by computers for MW title game .SDFC loses at home in the WCF. Mason Miller the starter? He “said he wants to do it” according to MLB network

The new BBC TV series Civilisations: Rise and Fall charts the decline of some of history's most famous cultures, from the Aztecs to the ancient Egyptians. Three of its experts – Islam Issa, Caroline Dodds Pennock and Luke Kemp – joined Matt Elton to explore some of the series' major themes, and why stories of a civilisation's decline might be more complicated than we first think. The HistoryExtra podcast is produced by the team behind BBC History Magazine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Wolverines secured a dominant victory over the Aztecs in their Players Era opener on Monday night. Brian Boesch shares some thoughts on the victory and its potential impact on this week and beyond. Then, we hear from the national champ Terry Mills (10:30), Head Coach Dusty May (16:00), and sophomores Morez Johnson Jr. (19:00) and L.J. Cason (20:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Alex and Richard guide you through dozens of Week 13 college football games, from Oregon's depth-driven win over USC to an all-time ending in the Division II playoffs. Just a few of the games covered in here include: Oregon 42, USC 27: Depth and special teams matter Pitt 42, Georgia Tech 28: Pat Narduzzi really did it this time Oklahoma 17, Missouri 6: Speaking of special teams mattering! Utah 51, Kansas State 47: A ground-game exhibition for the ages Duke 32, North Carolina 25: Have you ever seen a kicker run like that? Texas 52, Arkansas 37: “The Full Arch” against a horrible defense Tulane 37, Temple 13: The Green Wave roll through some distractionsYale 45, Harvard 28: A disaster from the jump for the Crimson Montana State 31, Montana 28: An upset in the Brawl of the Wild James Madison 24, Wazzu 20: The Cougs' season of so-close continuesSan Diego State 25, San Jose State 3: The Aztecs' defense is unreal Benedict 25, Wingate 24: A finish that must be seen to be believed Want much more? Become a paid subscriberSubscribers get bonus episodes each week, usually multiple during the season. We'd love to have you as we continue into one of our busiest times of the year. We are recording a coach carousel-focused episode early this week and will be sharing that with subscribers shortly. Join at www.splitzoneduo.com/subscribe Thanks to our partners and subscribers20% off Dad Water: https://drinkdadwater.com/discount/SZDJoin us at 12 p.m. on 12/6 in NYC, along with Nokian Tyres! RSVP for our championship watch party at Mason Jar at https://www.nokiantyres.com/szd Shop Homefield at https://www.homefieldapparel.com/ and use code HOMEFIELD30 at checkout to get 30% off This episode is produced by Anthony Vito. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.splitzoneduo.com/subscribe

A Note from James:Are UFOs real or not? For 80 years there have been credible whistleblowers saying the government recovered craft—and even bodies. That's why I wanted Kent Heckenlively on, the author of Catastrophic Disclosure: The Deep State, Aliens, and the Truth. I'm not here to decide for you. I want to hear the best evidence, ask the obvious questions, and have you help me figure out if we actually got closer to the truth. Let's find out together. Episode Description:n this episode, James sits down with Kent Heckenlively—attorney, journalist, and coauthor of Catastrophic Disclosure: The Deep State, Aliens, and the Truth—to stress-test the most serious UFO claims on the table right now. Kent argues that humanity is on the brink of a “catastrophic disclosure” moment where long-hidden crash retrieval programs, nonhuman technology, and even bodies will be forced into the open. James plays the role he knows best: friendly skeptic who wants receipts, definitions, and clear thinking.Together they walk through recent congressional hearings, whistleblower testimony, the Yemen orb video, and those strange Peruvian mummies that look either like a bad hoax… or like something we truly don't understand. They talk about how many people would have to keep secrets for decades, why the best deceptions are mostly true, and how scientific projects like Colossal Biosciences' “de-extincted” dire wolves show both the promise and the hype of cutting-edge genetics. The result isn't a verdict on whether aliens are visiting us. It's a framework. James and Kent map out a way to think about uncertainty, spin, and incentives—whether you're trying to decide what you believe about UFOs, pandemics, financial crises, or any other story where the truth lives behind NDAs, classified briefings, and very human motives.What You'll Learn:James's 85/15 rule for extraordinary claims—stay open without getting swept up. What makes the pilot/whistleblower testimony compelling—and what still doesn't add up.How definitions and bureaucracy shape the narrative (e.g., how agencies say “not alien” without proving “explained”). A quick due-diligence checklist for wild stories (videos, “mummies,” pressers): provenance, incentives, cross-discipline sanity checks. Why institutional spin and media incentives matter—and how to discount them without becoming cynical. Timestamped Chapters:[00:00] Cold Open — “If big institutions lie once, what else are they hiding?” [02:00] Kent's stance: 85% “probably real,” 15% “maybe psyop—or brain glitches” [03:00] A Note from James — from skeptic to curious agnostic [04:16] Campfire confessions: trusted friends and the triangle in the Texas sky [06:29] From CIA exposes to UFOs: why this book took two years [07:00] 2023 hearings and “catastrophic disclosure” (vs. “controlled disclosure”) [10:06] Who is David Grusch? Why his language puzzles lawyers and persuades believers [12:32] Congress vs. intel: Burchett, Luna, oversight, and stonewalls [13:50] 25 investigations and a “mushroom cloud” excuse—when reports insult your intelligence [16:06] Firsthand witnesses: Dylan Borland and triangle craft near a NASA hangar [19:15] The hair-split: “real programs, correct personnel—just not alien” [23:30] Definition games: why “not alien” can still leave you with anomalies [25:06] Peru's three-fingered “mummies”: scans, DNA claims, and what science would need next [30:43] Where the bodies are (allegedly) stored; who's gotten access [33:42] Genetics sanity check: bananas, chimps, and why 70% similarity is strange here [34:05] Secrets and scale: could thousands keep quiet for 80 years? Greer's 700 accounts [39:55] Before Sputnik: “vanishing stars” and odd plates in old sky surveys [42:53] NDAs, treason clauses, and why real whistleblowers are scared [44:25] James's middle path: optimistic skeptic, not a cynic [48:28] The “Yemen orb” footage: multiple sensors, a Hellfire, and unanswered physics [50:30] Contact across a tech gap: Aztecs, galleons, and cell phones in 1025 AD [52:22] Nukes, Trinity, and why someone might be watching our arsenals [53:29] Quantum wormholes or “witches' spells”? The story vs. the proof [55:27] Living with real unknowns and resisting team-sports thinking [55:59] Lightning round: the 100,000-year alien road-trip question Additional Resources:Guest & BookCatastrophic Disclosure: The Deep State, Aliens, and the Truth — Amazon listing. AmazonKent Heckenlively author page (Amazon). AmazonHearings, Pilots & WhistleblowersCmdr. David Fravor's written statement to House Oversight (Tic-Tac). House Oversight CommitteeRyan Graves — testimony & org. Congress.govHouse UAP proceedings (hearing materials hub). Congress.govNew Footage ReferencedCBS News recap of Rep. Eric Burlison presenting the “Yemen orb” video. CBS NewsProjects & People MentionedDr. Steven Greer — Disclosure Project site. Dr. Steven GreerVASCO Project (Vanishing & Appearing Sources). Vasco ProjectColossal Biosciences — Dire-wolf project (and scientific explainer). ColossalSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.