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Today's top stories:Kathy Scrivner, a board member on KHSD, faces accusations of dissuading abuse victims from speaking with law enforcementDeputies arrest 2 suspected of burglarizing train in KeeneSupervisors set to approve grant funding for DUI preventionPhillip Peters appointed chairman of Board of SupervisorsSupervisors set to discuss re-proposed rural trash taxFor more local news, visit KGET.com.Stream local news for free on KGET+. Visit KGET.com/plus for more information.

If You Missed Romeo In The Morning We Talked About: The last week of the NFL and the playoffs.

New year, new rules — and in California, those rules can change real estate fast. In this episode of the Kern County Real Estate Review, Laurie McCarty breaks down the most important new California housing and real estate laws taking effect in 2026 and what they mean in real life for homeowners, renters, landlords, investors, and real estate professionals.From tenant and landlord updates that affect everyday rental situations, to ADU and SB 9 changes that can impact equity and income strategy, to permitting “shot-clock” reforms meant to reduce approval delays — this is the 2026 legal update listeners will want before making a move this year. Laurie also covers the big-picture housing policies shaping supply, density, and approvals across the state, plus a key transparency update for listings involving digitally altered or AI-modified photos.If you live in Bakersfield, Kern County, or anywhere in California and you plan to buy, sell, rent, invest, or build in 2026, this episode will help you understand what changed, why it matters, and what to watch next.Search keywords: California housing laws 2026, landlord tenant laws California 2026, ADU laws 2026, SB 9 California, permitting reform California, CEQA streamlining, real estate photo disclosure law, Kern County real estate.

Hey Slaycaters, Happy New Year and we're baaaack!  No more Bloopers or Wrap-ups, it's time for an actual case of murder or mysterious death/disappearance on vacation — and boy do we have a doozy for you today.  Be warned — this one is quite shocking and is bad news for the entire family…literally.  Without giving anything away, let's just say Sunday funday of church-lunch-church goes horribly awry for the Harper Family of Bakersfield, California.  The only thing more shocking then the crime is the investigation that follows.  You have to hear it to believe it!  Thanks again for Slaycating with us as we enter year 3 of Slaycation!  We're so glad you found us!  Above all else, thank you and stay safe out there! Slaycation is Recorded at the Brooklyn Podcasting Studio by Josh Wilcox and Edited by Kelley Marcano MORE KIM!:  Subscribe to SLAYCATION PLUS and get weekly ‘More Kim' bonus episodes. SUBSCRIBE to SLAYCATION PLUS right in Apple Podcasts, or on our website: ⁠⁠https://plus.slaycation.wtf/supporters/pricing⁠⁠ SLAYCATERS ONLY:  Interact with the Hosts and get behind the scenes info, photos and more in our FACEBOOK GROUP: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/394778366758281⁠⁠ MERCH!  Top quality ‘Pack Your Body Bags" tote bags, as well as Slaycation T-shirts, towels, sandals, fanny packs, stickers and more available at:  ⁠⁠https://plus.slaycation.wtf/collections/all⁠⁠ MORE INFO:  to learn more about Slaycation, the Hosts go to: ⁠⁠www.slaycation.wtf⁠⁠ EMAIL:  ⁠⁠info@slaycation.wtf⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Episode 210: Heat Stroke BasicsWritten by Jacob Dunn, MS4, American University of the Caribbean. Edits and comments by Hector Arreaza, MD.You are listening to Rio Bravo qWeek Podcast, your weekly dose of knowledge brought to you by the Rio Bravo Family Medicine Residency Program from Bakersfield, California, a UCLA-affiliated program sponsored by Clinica Sierra Vista, Let Us Be Your Healthcare Home. This podcast was created for educational purposes only. Visit your primary care provider for additional medical advice. Definition:Heat stroke represents the most severe form of heat-related illness, characterized by a core body temperature exceeding 40°C (104°F) accompanied by central nervous system (CNS) dysfunction. Arreaza: Key element is the body temperature and altered mental status. Jacob: This life-threatening condition arises from the body's failure to dissipate heat effectively, often in the context of excessive environmental heat load or strenuous physical activity. Arreaza: You mentioned, it is a spectrum. What is the difference between heat exhaustion and heat stroke? Jacob: Unlike milder heat illnesses such as heat exhaustion, heat stroke involves multisystem organ dysfunction driven by direct thermal injury, systemic inflammation, and cytokine release. You can think of it as the body's thermostat breaking under extreme stress — leading to rapid, cascading failures if not addressed immediately. Arreaza: Tell us what you found out about the pathophysiology of heat stroke?Jacob: Pathophysiology: Under normal conditions, the body keeps its core temperature tightly controlled through sweating, vasodilation of skin blood vessels, and behavioral responses like seeking shade or drinking water. But in extreme heat or prolonged exertion, those mechanisms get overwhelmed.Once core temperature rises above about 40°C (104°F), the hypothalamus—the brain's thermostat—can't keep up. The body shifts from controlled thermoregulation to uncontrolled, passive heating. Heat stroke isn't just someone getting too hot—it's a full-blown failure of the body's heat-regulating system. Arreaza: So, it's interesting. the cell functions get affected at this point, several dangerous processes start happening at the same time.Jacob: Yes: Cellular Heat InjuryHigh temperatures disrupt proteins, enzymes, and cell membranes. Mitochondria start to fail, ATP production drops, and cells become leaky. This leads to direct tissue injury in vital organs like the brain, liver, kidneys, and heart.Arreaza: Yikes. Cytokines play a big role in the pathophysiology of heat stroke too. Jacob: Systemic Inflammatory ResponseHeat damages the gut barrier, allowing endotoxins to enter the bloodstream. This triggers a massive cytokine release—similar to sepsis. The result is widespread inflammation, endothelial injury, and microvascular collapse.Arreaza: What other systems are affected?Coagulation AbnormalitiesEndothelial damage activates the clotting cascade. Patients may develop a DIC-like picture: microthrombi forming in some areas while clotting factors get consumed in others. This contributes to organ dysfunction and bleeding.Circulatory CollapseAs the body shunts blood to the skin for cooling, perfusion to vital organs drops. Combine that with dehydration from sweating and fluid loss, and you get hypotension, decreased cardiac output, and worsening ischemia.Arreaza: And one of the key features is neurologic dysfunction.Jacob: Neurologic DysfunctionThe brain is extremely sensitive to heat. Encephalopathy, confusion, seizures, and coma occur because neurons malfunction at high temperatures. This is why altered mental status is the hallmark of true heat stroke.Arreaza: Cell injury, inflammation, coagulopathy, circulatory collapse and neurologic dysfunction. Jacob: Ultimately, heat stroke is a multisystem catastrophic event—a combination of thermal injury, inflammatory storm, coagulopathy, and circulatory collapse. Without rapid cooling and aggressive supportive care, these processes spiral into irreversible organ failure.Background and Types:Arreaza: Heat stroke is part of a spectrum of heat-related disorders—it is a true medical emergency. Mortality rate reaches 30%, even with optimal treatment. This mortality correlates directly with the duration of core hyperthermia. I'm reminded of the first time I heard about heat stroke in a baby who was left inside a car in the summer 2005. Jacob: There are two primary types: -nonexertional (classic) heat stroke, which develops insidiously over days and predominantly affects vulnerable populations like children, the elderly, and those with chronic illnesses during heat waves; -exertional heat stroke, which strikes rapidly in young, otherwise healthy individuals, often during intense exercise in hot, humid conditions. Arreaza: In our community, farm workers are especially at risk of heat stroke, but any person living in the Central Valley is basically at risk.Jacob: Risk factors amplify vulnerability across both types, including dehydration, cardiovascular disease, medications that impair sweating (e.g., anticholinergics), and acclimatization deficits. Notably, anhidrosis (lack of sweating) is common but not required for diagnosis. Hot, dry skin can signal the shift from heat exhaustion to stroke. Arreaza: What other conditions look like heat stroke?Differential Diagnosis:Jacob: Presenting with altered mental status and hyperthermia, heat stroke demands a broad differential to avoid missing mimics. -Environmental: heat exhaustion, syncope, or cramps. -Infectious etiologies like sepsis or meningitis must be ruled out. -Endocrine emergencies such as thyroid storm, pheochromocytoma, or diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) can overlap. -Neurologic insults include cerebrovascular accident (CVA), hypothalamic lesions (bleeding or infarct), or status epilepticus. -Toxicologic culprits are plentiful—sympathomimetic or anticholinergic toxidromes, salicylate poisoning, serotonin syndrome, malignant hyperthermia, neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS), or even alcohol/benzodiazepine withdrawal. When it comes to differentials, it is always best to cast a wide net and think about what we could be missing if this is not heat stroke. Arreaza: Let's say we have a patient with hyperthermia and we have to assess him in the ER. What should we do to diagnose it?Jacob: Workup:Diagnosis is primarily clinical, hinging on documented hyperthermia (>40°C) plus CNS changes (e.g., confusion, delirium, seizures, coma) in a hot environment. Arreaza: No single lab confirms it, but targeted testing allows us to detect complications and rule out alternative diagnosis. Jacob: -Start with ECG to assess for dysrhythmias or ischemic changes (sinus tachycardia is classic; ST depressions or T-wave inversions may hint at myocardial strain). -Labs include complete blood count (CBC), comprehensive metabolic panel (electrolytes, renal function, liver enzymes), glucose, arterial blood gas, lactate (elevated in shock), coagulation studies (for disseminated intravascular coagulation, or DIC), creatine kinase (CK) and myoglobin (for rhabdomyolysis), and urinalysis. Toxicology screen if history suggests. Arreaza: I can imagine doing all this while trying to cool down the patient. What about imaging?-Imaging: chest X-ray for pulmonary issues, non-contrast head CT if neurologic concerns suggest edema or bleed (consider lumbar puncture if infection suspected). It is important to note that continuous core temperature monitoring—via rectal, esophageal, or bladder probe—is essential, not just peripheral skin checks. Arreaza: TreatmentManagement:Time is tissue here—initiate cooling en route, if possible, as delays skyrocket morbidity. ABCs first: secure airway (intubate if needed, favoring rocuronium over succinylcholine to avoid hyperkalemia risk), support breathing, and stabilize circulation. -Remove the patient from the heat source, strip clothing, and launch aggressive cooling to target 38-39°C (102-102°F) before halting to prevent rebound hypothermia. -For exertional cases, ice-water immersion reigns supreme—it's the fastest method, with immersion in cold water resulting in near-100% survival if started within 30 minutes. -Nonexertional benefits from evaporative cooling: mist with tepid water (15-25°C) plus fans for convective airflow. -Adjuncts include ice packs to neck, axillae, and groin; -room-temperature IV fluids (avoid cold initially to prevent shivering); -refractory cases, invasive options like peritoneal lavage, endovascular cooling catheters, or even ECMO. -Fluid resuscitation with lactated Ringer's or normal saline (250-500 mL boluses) protects kidneys and counters rhabdomyolysis—aim for urine output of 2-3 mL/kg/hour. Arreaza: What about medications?Jacob: Benzodiazepines (e.g., lorazepam) control agitation, seizures, or shivering; propofol or fentanyl if intubated. Avoid antipyretics like acetaminophen. For intubation, etomidate or ketamine as induction agents. Hypotension often resolves with cooling and fluids; if not, use dopamine or dobutamine over norepinephrine to avoid vasoconstriction. Jacob: What IV fluid is recommended/best for patients with heat stroke?Both lactated Ringer's solution and normal saline are recommended as initial IV fluids for rehydration, but balanced crystalloids such as LR are increasingly favored due to their lower risk of hyperchloremic metabolic acidosis and AKI. However, direct evidence comparing the two specifically in the setting of heat stroke is limited. Arreaza: Are cold IV fluids better/preferred over room temperature fluids?Cold IV fluids are recommended as an adjunctive therapy to help lower core temperature in heat stroke, but they should not delay or replace primary cooling methods such as cold-water immersion. Cold IV fluids can decrease core temperature more rapidly than room temperature fluids. For example, 30mL/kg bolus of chilled isotonic fluids at 4 degrees Celsius over 30 minutes can decrease core temperature by about 1 degree Celsius, compared to 0.5 degree Celsius with room temperature fluids. Arreaza: Getting cold IV sounds uncomfortable but necessary for those patients. Our favorite topic.Screening and Prevention:-Heat stroke prevention focuses on public health and individual awareness rather than routine testing. -High-risk groups—elderly, children, athletes, laborers, or those on impairing meds—should acclimatize gradually (7-14 days), hydrate preemptively (electrolyte solutions over plain water), and monitor temperature in exertional settings. -Communities during heat waves need cooling centers and alerts. -For clinicians, educate patients with CVD or obesity about early signs like dizziness or nausea. -No formal "screening" exists, but vigilance in EDs during summer surges saves lives. -Arreaza: I think awareness is a key element in prevention, so education of the public through traditional media like TV, and even social media can contribute to the prevention of this catastrophic condition.Jacob: Ya so heat stroke is something that should be on every physician's radar in the central valley especially in the summer time given the hot temperatures. Rapid recognition is key. Arreaza: Thanks, Jacob for this topic, and until next time, this is Dr. Arreaza, signing off.Even without trying, every night you go to bed a little wiser. Thanks for listening to Rio Bravo qWeek Podcast. We want to hear from you, send us an email at RioBravoqWeek@clinicasierravista.org, or visit our website riobravofmrp.org/qweek. See you next week! References:Gaudio FG, Grissom CK. Cooling Methods in Heat Stroke. J Emerg Med. 2016 Apr;50(4):607-16. doi: 10.1016/j.jemermed.2015.09.014. Epub 2015 Oct 31. PMID: 26525947. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26525947/.Platt, M. A., & LoVecchio, F. (n.d.). Nonexertional classic heat stroke in adults. In UpToDate. Retrieved September 7, 2025, from https://www.uptodate.com/contents/nonexertional-classic-heat-stroke-in-adults. (Key addition: Emphasizes insidious onset in at-risk populations and the role of urban heat islands in exacerbating classic cases.) Heat Stroke. WikEM. Retrieved December 3, 2025, from https://wikem.org/wiki/Heat_stroke. (Key additions: Details on cooling rates for immersion therapy, confirmation that anhidrosis is not diagnostic, and fluid titration to urine output for rhabdomyolysis prevention.)Theme song, Works All The Time by Dominik Schwarzer, YouTube ID: CUBDNERZU8HXUHBS, purchased from https://www.premiumbeat.com/. 

Send us a textA Vespa hums into Bakersfield, a church robe hides bondage gear, and a smooth-talking reverend runs a drug ring between sermons about macaroni. We dive into Honey Don't with a simple litmus test for any detective story: does the protagonist actually want something concrete? When a PI drifts through clues without being hired, breaking in, or deducing much of anything, style and shock have to work overtime. Sometimes they do—there's a killer dark-comic exchange where the reverend clarifies which “loose end” needs cutting, and a punchy beatdown where Honey demolishes her niece's abuser and half the set with a stubborn attempt to break a gun. Those moments pop because desire finally drives action.Most of the time, though, the movie trades plot for “period interest.” Public intimacy scenes and graphic interludes arrive without chemistry or consequence, the police flirtation thread wanders, and tonal flourishes—freeze-frame credits, a lounge pianist narrator, and a congregation chanting “macaroni”—feel like disconnected curios. We contrast that with great shaggy noirs that still hum on character wants. The Big Lebowski may meander, but everyone wants something, and that magnet pulls you through. Here, the late twist that recasts MG as the true monster doesn't reframe earlier clues so much as overwrite them, draining suspense and turning the finale into a list of facts instead of a reckoning.We talk craft throughout: how color and quirky detail should feed a throughline; how stakes escalate when choices collide; why romance needs buildup to matter; and how consequence grounds even the wildest genre swings. Bakersfield looks great. Chris Evans chews scenery like a pro. But without a spine of desire and payoff, Honey Don't plays like a collage—provocative, occasionally funny, and oddly hollow once the noise fades.If you're into smart, spirited takedowns of messy movies, queue this one up, then tell us your spiciest take. Subscribe, drop a review, and let us know: did any of it work for you, or are we right to call it a case with no core?Written lovingly by AIBe our friend!Dan: @shakybaconTony: @tonydczechAnd follow the podcast on IG: @hatewatchingDAT

If You Missed Romeo In The Morning We Talked About: Too soon to get serious and dating a co-working

If You Missed Romeo In The Morning We Talked About: The NFL, Christmas and dealing with a new girlfriend during the holidays.

If You Missed Romeo In The Morning We Talked About: Talking about the holidays

If You Missed Romeo In The Morning We Talked About: Talking about the holidays

Send Robert a Text! For years, Woody's Toy Circus was a Bakersfield landmark—a place where childhood excitement filled the aisles and memories were made by the cartload. Built by a larger-than-life local personality, the store became more than a toy shop; it was a Bakersfield institution.  ***SUBSCRIBE HERE*** For only $4 per month, you can Subscribe to Notorious Bakersfield to get access to the entire back catalog of episodes. Subscribe here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1784628/subscribe

Join Kyle Jones as he sits down with Krista and Bryce Horton for an honest conversation about what it really takes to build and run a business. They go behind the scenes of how their businesses started and share the challenges people do not always see, including the risks of undercapitalizing and the reality of learning as you go. Kyle talks about his upcoming business venture, while the Hortons dive into the passion and vision behind the Horton Hotel. They also discuss the importance of support from the Bakersfield community, offer advice for young entrepreneurs, and open up about how running a business demands time and focus while balancing family life and raising kids. Check out the Hortons: Instagram: @shopstaykation @hortonhotels @krista.horton @bryce_horton @drinkhorton Websites: https://shopstaykation.com/ https://drinkhorton.com/  

If You Missed Romeo In The Morning We Talked About: The NFL, immediate family come first and Christmas drama.

First-time home buyers are not who they used to be. And the housing market has not fully caught up.In this episode of the Kern County Real Estate Review, we take a closer look at what today's first-time buyers actually want and why so many builders are still delivering housing products that miss the mark.First-time buyers now make up a smaller share of the market, they are older than ever, and many are buying on their own or without children at home. Their priorities have shifted toward affordability, flexibility, energy efficiency, and lower monthly costs. Yet much of the new construction hitting the market still reflects a buyer profile from a decade ago.We break down:• How the first-time buyer demographic has changed• Why traditional “starter homes” no longer fit many buyers' lifestyles• The disconnect between affordability challenges and what builders are producing• What buyers are actually prioritizing today• How this trend impacts Bakersfield and Kern County specificallyThis episode is a must-listen for first-time buyers, homeowners, builders, investors, and anyone trying to understand where the housing market is headed next.Whether you are thinking about buying your first home, watching new construction trends, or just trying to make sense of today's market, this conversation offers insight you will not hear in the headlines.

Ernesto Cesar Torres, 74, sentenced for sexually abusing an 11-year-old patient and prosecutors say dozens more victims have come forward. A jury reached a partial verdict in connection with Maya Hernandez, a California mother who left her son inside a hot car while she visited a Bakersfield spa. Sydney Sumner reports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's top stories: Mistrial declared in Maya Hernandez trial Zack Scrivner due in court today after multiple postponements BPD to be featured in "Police 24/7"DUI checkpoint to be held tonight within Bakersfield city limitsPinpoint Weather Forecast: Dec. 19, 2025For more local news, visit KGET.com. Stream local news for free on KGET+. Visit KGET.com/plus for more information. 

Send us a textWe've seen 20+ straight days of gloomy, foggy weather in Bakersfield and Vic thinks he might never need the sun again, Ceas isn't as enthused about itVic reveals what happened in the last 36 hours that had never happened beforeICYDK: You change your voice when you speak to someone you like :)Khloe Kardashian shoots her shot in comment section of a Santa Cruz school teacher and he invites her to his holiday gathering. Guy is kind of weirdIn-n-Out removes the number 67 from ticket orders due to viral trendIs Netflix trying to take over the world?Apparently there is a low effort dating trend and women are upset. Lets discuss #WednesdayWidsom Find Vic: @vicdradioFind the pod:@ilysayitbackpod

If You Missed Romeo In The Morning We Talked About: The Dallas Cowboys, baby mamma wants ex's to buy gifts for kid that's not his and favorite Christmas movie.

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Today's top stories:Maya Hernandez trial goes to a juryTehachapi educator arrested for sexual battery against a minor, child porn possessionKern County appoint new legal counsel, planning department leaderBCSD adopts new measures on drugs, alcohol educationBCSD board hears proposed new cellphone policyFor more local news, visit KGET.com.Stream local news for free on KGET+. Visit KGET.com/plus for more information.

Today's top stories:Maya Hernandez testifies in her own defense in child death trial, closing arguments scheduled for TuesdayScrivner hearing for mental health diversion postponed to FridayCity of Bakersfield seeks millions to turn motel into housing for homeless peopleBakersfield City School District to hear proposed smartphone policy on campusWeather: Early morning fog expected to dissipate, but low clouds remain.For more local news, visit KGET.com.Stream local news for free on KGET+. Visit KGET.com/plus for more information.

On today's episode of 2 Guys & A Goalie, the boys will preview the Oilers vs the Penguins tonight, where we will see Tristan Jarry and Stuart Skinner face off against each other. What's the likely outcome tonight? Plus, Quinn Hutson makes his season debut tonight as he was called up from Bakersfield yesterday. All that and plenty more coming your way on another edition of 2 Guys & A Goalie!   2 Guys & a Goalie is presented by GS Construction!

If You Missed Romeo In The Morning We Talked About: The NFL, lost child at the store and best part of Christmas.

Episode 209: Do not Do Stephanie Granat (medical student) explains three screenings that are USPSTF Grade D (Do not do): Prostate cancer, genital herpes, and pancreatic cancer. Dr. Arreaza shares some insight about testing patients with lower urinary tract symptoms and genital lesions. Written by Stephanie Granat, MSIV, Ross University School of Medicine. Edits and comments by Hector Arreaza, MD.You are listening to Rio Bravo qWeek Podcast, your weekly dose of knowledge brought to you by the Rio Bravo Family Medicine Residency Program from Bakersfield, California, a UCLA-affiliated program sponsored by Clinica Sierra Vista, Let Us Be Your Healthcare Home. This podcast was created for educational purposes only. Visit your primary care provider for additional medical advice. 

If You Missed Romeo In The Morning We Talked About: The NFL, Puff Daddy and Real Estate in town.

If You Missed Romeo In The Morning We Talked About: Father and son hook up with mother and daughter and guy cheats on his wife.

The Moneywise Radio Show and Podcast Tuesday, December 9th BE MONEYWISE. Moneywise Wealth Management I "The Moneywise Radio Show & Podcast" call: 661-847-1000 text in anytime: 661-396-1000 website: www.MoneywiseGuys.com facebook: Moneywise_Wealth_Management LinkedIn: Moneywise_Wealth_Management Guest: John Cox, Business Editor for The Bakersfield Californian  website: www.Bakersfield.com 

Today's top stories: Maya Hernandez trial day 3Ten Commandments in schools KHSD board members get notice of recall after transgender athlete resolution City of Bakersfield in search of new police chief Kern County recieves grant to improve traffic safety Pinpoint Weather Forecast: Dec. 10, 2025For more local news, visit KGET.com.Stream local news for free on KGET+. Visit KGET.com/plus for more information. 

If You Missed Romeo In The Morning We Talked About: Local and NFL football and there are more good people then bad in the world.

The Moneywise Radio Show and Podcast Friday, December 5th BE MONEYWISE. Moneywise Wealth Management I "The Moneywise Radio Show & Podcast" call: 661-847-1000 text in anytime: 661-396-1000 website: www.MoneywiseGuys.com facebook: Moneywise_Wealth_Management LinkedIn: Moneywise_Wealth_Management Guest: Scarlett Sabin, House Manager for the Ronald McDonald House of Bakersfield website: https://rmhcsc.org/bakersfield  

Discover the best holiday events in Kern County with our annual Christmas in Kern County special. This episode is one of the most listened to every year because it offers a complete, easy-to-follow guide to Christmas events, holiday activities, and family-friendly things to do throughout Bakersfield and the surrounding communities.Laurie McCarty breaks down the top Christmas parades, local holiday markets, charity events, ice skating, concerts, Christmas light attractions, and must-see seasonal experiences happening across Kern County. If you've been searching for Bakersfield Christmas events, Kern County holiday activities, or the best things to do this December, this episode has it all.Whether you're planning holiday outings, looking for unique shopping events, wanting to support local charities, or hoping to find the best Christmas lights in Bakersfield, this guide will help you map out your entire season.Tune in for the ultimate Christmas and holiday event roundup for Kern County and make this December unforgettable.

Episode 208: Cough Basics (Pidjin English)Written by Ebenezer DadzieYou are listening to Rio Bravo qWeek Podcast, your weekly dose of knowledge brought to you by the Rio Bravo Family Medicine Residency Program from Bakersfield, California, a UCLA-affiliated program sponsored by Clinica Sierra Vista, Let Us Be Your Healthcare Home. This podcast was created for educational purposes only. Visit your primary care provider for additional medical advice.Episode 201: Cough – Revised Version (Host + 1 Resident; Resident speaks Nigerian Pidgin, Host speaks regular English)[Play intro music, start loud, then lower volume under speech, fade out later]HOST 1:[Introduction]Today we're tackling one of the most common complaints in clinic: the cough. Joining me is one of our amazing residents. Doctor, please introduce yourself.RESIDENT:Na Dr. Resident from Rio Bravo. I dey here to gist about cough wey dey disturb plenty patients for area.Segment 1 – Cough BasicsHOST 2:Let's start simple. When a coughing patient walks into the exam room, what is the first step?RESIDENT:First tin na history. You gats ask whether na dry cough or cough wey dey bring sputum, whether e just start or don tey. Whether person get exposure, dust, new medicine—history dey open many doors pass Google.HOST 1:Exactly. And as we know, acute coughs are usually viral, but chronic coughs lasting more than eight weeks can point to asthma, GERD, ACE inhibitor side effects, or more.Segment 2 – Valley FeverHOST 2:And since we're here in Kern County, we have to mention Valley Fever. We see thousands of cases every year, many of them presenting with cough.RESIDENT:True. Valley Fever fit look like pneumonia, bronchitis, or even TB. Patient go come with cough, tiredness, sometimes rash. If person dey work for outside or dey around dusty area, you suppose reason am.Segment 3 – Workup and TreatmentHOST 1:So let's talk evaluation. When you have a cough here in California's Central Valley, what is your approach?RESIDENT:Start from basic: chest X-ray, CBC, ask good history. If e no improve, add Valley Fever blood test. If cough get phlegm, you fit send sputum. If weight dey drop or sweats dey night, you reason TB or cancer. Treatment depend on severity. Mild one fit resolve, but if no be small, na antifungals—like fluconazole—and you go monitor liver enzymes well.Segment 4 – Humor BreakHOST 2:Alright—quick humor break. Got any memorable cough stories?RESIDENT:One man tell me say “doctor, my neighbor ghost na cause my cough.” We check-am finish, na allergy. Ghost no dey push fungus, sha![Both laugh]Segment 5 – TakeawaysHOST 1:Before we wrap up, give listeners top key points on cough.RESIDENT:One—ask better history. Cough dey tell story.Two—if person dey Bakersfield, reason Valley Fever, e fit sneak.Three—no dey give antibiotics anyhow. Virus and fungus no go respond like bacteria.Trivia TimeHOST 2:Trivia question: In adults who don't smoke and aren't on ACE inhibitors, what is the most common cause of chronic cough?A) AsthmaB) GERDC) Chronic bronchitisD) Postnasal drip (Upper airway cough syndrome)RESIDENT:I go choose D—postnasal drip. Na e dey cause that tickle wey no dey go.HOST 1:And that's correct—postnasal drip is the number one cause of chronic cough. Nicely done! You win bragging rights and a cough drop.HOST 2:Thank you for joining us today on Rio Bravo QWeek. To all our listeners—stay curious, keep learning, and if someone sounds like a barking seal in the waiting room, you know it might be more than a cold.HOST & RESIDENT (together):¡Hasta luego![Music fades in, rises, then fades out after 10 seconds]References:Irwin, R. S., & Baumann, M. H. (2018). Chronic cough due to upper airway cough syndrome (UACS): ACCP evidence-based clinical practice guidelines. Chest, 129(1_suppl), 63S–71S. https://doi.org/10.1378/chest.129.1_suppl.63S(Guideline on postnasal drip/upper airway cough syndrome as a leading cause of chronic cough)Dicpinigaitis, P. V. (2022). Evaluation and management of chronic cough. New England Journal of Medicine, 386(16), 1532–1541. https://doi.org/10.1056/NEJMra2115321(Comprehensive review on causes, diagnostic strategies, and treatment of chronic cough)Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2023). Coccidioidomycosis (Valley fever) statistics. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. https://www.cdc.gov/fungal/diseases/coccidioidomycosis/statistics.html(Official CDC data and epidemiology of Valley Fever in the U.S., including high incidence in Kern County)California Department of Public Health. (2022). Coccidioidomycosis in California Provisional Monthly Report. https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/Coccidioidomycosis.aspx(State-level surveillance data showing high incidence rates in Bakersfield and Kern County)Prasad, K. T., & LoSavio, P. S. (2023). Approach to the adult with chronic cough. In UpToDate (L. M. Leung, Ed.). Retrieved June 20, 2025, from https://www.uptodate.com(Evidence-based resource for differential diagnosis and workup of cough in primary care)Theme song, Works All The Time by Dominik Schwarzer, YouTube ID: CUBDNERZU8HXUHBS, purchased from https://www.premiumbeat.com/.

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Today's top stories:New details revealed in Tallulah Falls Court homicideResources available to domestic violence victims Thunderbird F16 aircraft crashes Wednesday east of Ridgecrest 1,500 pieces of evidence accumulated in 2024 Marketplace shooting City of Bakersfield to hold Community listening sessions for public on new chief of police New Clinica Sierra Vista facility opens in southwest Bakersfield Pinpoint Weather Forecast: Dec. 4. 2025For more local news, visit KGET.com. Stream local news on KGET+. Visit KGET.com/plus for more information. 

Send us a textC4 Leaders – the ONLY nonprofit to utilize the pizza making process to create space for our companions to be seen, heard, and loved.   We work with businesses, sports teams, hospitals, churches…anyone looking to RISE TOGETHER.  We also write children's books and use the most amazing handmade, hand-tossed, sourdough pizza to bring out the best in each other.   Please check out PIZZADAYS.ORG to support our important work. Season 5 Episode #24 Jessica Danel is coming from Bakersfield, Ca (inform, inspire, & transform)You can find Jessica via her website jesssaying.netAbout our guest: Jessica Danel is an animated, bold, and unapologetically honest storyteller, entrepreneur, and podcast host. As the creator of the Jess Saying podcast, she's known for mixing heart, humor, and raw truth in ways that resonate with audiences from all walks of life.Jessica built a million-dollar preschool business from her living room while raising three children, two of whom have special needs. Choosing to step away from it all to prioritize her family was a turning point that led to her memoir, Bucket List from a Redneck Girl. The book pulls no punches, chronicling her small-town upbringing, the chaos and beauty of motherhood, and the journey to reclaim her voice after life's toughest hits.Through her writing and her podcast, Jessica creates space for real conversations about family, marriage, identity, and starting over, offering stories that are messy, funny, heartfelt, and deeply relatable.Jessica, thanks for having the courage to keep telling your story, for creating space for others to tell theirs and for being our guest on Life's Essential Ingredients…welcome to the show!TOTD – “Because sometimes the past deserves a second chance.”   Malcom GladwellBuild a habit - to create intention - to live your purpose! In this episode:What was life like growing up?What are your life's essential ingredients?Congrats on the book – Bucket List from a Redneck Girl…fighting, bullying…Family – raising three children – two special needs…joys and challengesIdentityFresh StartsMindsetGrowing through tragedyFinding your voiceTransformational vs. Transactional stories/leadership/families/interactionsLast book or books you recommend?Legacy  

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Today's top stories: Bakersfield police searching for missing mother and son Man accused of shooting and killing his wife makes first court appearance Tuesday Man shot and killed by CHP officers found to have been violating restraining order, ensuing pursuit Court documents reveal woman killed in Oildale trailer park was strangled with a rope CHP releases Thanksgiving enforcement period stats Bakersfield sewer rates meeting set for tonight Pinpoint Weather Forecast: Dec. 3, 2025 For more local news, visit KGET.com. Stream local news for free on KGET+. Visit KGET.com/plus for more information. 

In this episode, architect Angel Hosband shares how student-centered design transformed a high school in Bakersfield, California. By creating open, collaborative spaces for both students and teachers, the school fostered a stronger sense of community and support—even in a challenging environment. Angel also discusses the importance of inclusive design for students with additional needs, emphasizing the value of flexibility, empathy, and holistic thinking in educational spaces.   Learn More About Kay-Twelve: Website: https://kay-twelve.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kay-twelve-com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kay_twelve/   Episode 263 of the Better Learning Podcast Kevin Stoller is the host of the Better Learning Podcast and Co-Founder of Kay-Twelve, a national leader for educational furniture. Learn more about creating better learning environments at www.Kay-Twelve.com.   For more information on our partners: Association for Learning Environments (A4LE) - https://www.a4le.org/ Education Leaders' Organization - https://www.ed-leaders.org/ Second Class Foundation - https://secondclassfoundation.org/ EDmarket - https://www.edmarket.org/ Catapult @ Penn GSE - https://catapult.gse.upenn.edu/ Want to be a Guest Speaker? Request on our website

Send Robert a Text! In the final summer of the Roaring Twenties, just weeks before the stock market crash would shatter the nation's confidence, a quiet and disheveled stranger wandered into Bakersfield. Within hours, that man—49-year-old Augustus Mahillon—would become the center of a baffling mystery involving hidden wealth, false identities, and a death that remains unsolved nearly a century later.***SUBSCRIBE HERE*** For only $4 per month, you can Subscribe to Notorious Bakersfield to get access to the entire back catalog of episodes. Subscribe here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1784628/subscribe

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A hummingbird at a window. Santa Ana winds rattling the night. A promise to Vince Gill that forced the album to finally exist. Our conversation with Annie Bosco traces the real road behind California Cowgirl, a 19-song debut forged from writer's rooms, wildfire skies, and the stubborn belief that the right song shows up when you keep showing up.We talk about the Malibu retreat that sparked a creative streak—Tequila Time, Country Girls Who Runs The World, Bright And Blue Sky, Maliblue—written with bags packed in case the hillside burned. Annie explains how collaborations took shape through brave asks and long-built relationships: Vince Gill, Raul Malo, Dwight Yoakam, and Amy Grant. God Winks becomes the emotional anchor, born from family language for life's quiet green lights and strengthened by stories that make small miracles feel close. Hearing Annie share lines and context connects the dots between hook craft and heart craft, between a clever turn and a lyric that lingers.California Cowgirl isn't a coastal caricature; it's a farmer's daughter with Bakersfield roots and Nashville mileage, embracing authenticity after years of trying to fit a mold. We dig into the changing city—fewer chance meetings on Music Row, more digital noise—and pull out practical advice: treat rejection like weather, keep writing, and let identity lead strategy. Annie opens up about recent milestones—festival stages, a top 40 moment, a national brand campaign, even an upcoming date opening for Dolly Parton—and the winter plan to turn the faucet on full for new songs.If you care about the story behind the song, the resilience behind the voice, and the craft behind a debut that actually has miles on it, you'll feel at home here. Hit play, share with a friend who needs a push to stay authentic, and if this conversation moves you, subscribe, leave a review, and tell us which track or lyric stayed with you.

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If You Missed Romeo In The Morning We Talked About: Thanksgiving, The NFL, holiday shopping and asking for the same gift every year.

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Episode 207: Understanding Hypertension and Diabetes (Pidjin English)Written by Michael Ozoemena, MD.You are listening to Rio Bravo qWeek Podcast, your weekly dose of knowledge brought to you by the Rio Bravo Family Medicine Residency Program from Bakersfield, California, a UCLA-affiliated program sponsored by Clinica Sierra Vista, Let Us Be Your Healthcare Home. This podcast was created for educational purposes only. Visit your primary care provider for additional medical advice.HypertensionSegment 1: What Is Hypertension?HOST:Let's start with the basics. Blood pressure is the force of blood pushing against the walls of your arteries. Think of it like water running through a garden hose—if the pressure stays too high for too long, that hose starts to wear out.Hypertension, or high blood pressure, means this pressure is consistently elevated. It is measured using two numbers:Systolic: the pressure when the heart beatsDiastolic: the pressure when the heart relaxesNormally reading is around 120/80 mmHg. Hypertension is defined by the American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association (ACC/AHA) as 130/80 mmHg or higher.The American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) defines hypertension as persistent elevation of systolic and/or diastolic blood pressure, with the diagnostic threshold for office-based measurement set at 140/90 mm Hg or higher.Segment 2: Why Should We Care?HOST:Hypertension is known as “the silent killer” because most people have no symptoms. Even without symptoms, it steadily increases the risk of:Heart attackStrokeKidney diseaseThink of high blood pressure as a constant stress test on your blood vessels. The longer it goes uncontrolled, the higher the chance of complications.Segment 3: What Causes High Blood Pressure?HOST:Hypertension usually doesn't have a single cause. It often results from a combination of genetic factors, lifestyle, and underlying medical conditions.Modifiable FactorsHigh-salt diet and low potassium intakePhysical inactivityTobacco useExcessive alcohol intakeOverweight or obesityChronic stressPoor sleep or sleep apneaNon-Modifiable FactorsFamily history of hypertensionBlack race (higher prevalence and severity)Age over 65Hypertension may also be secondary to other conditions, such as kidney disease, thyroid disorders, adrenal conditions, or medications like NSAIDs or steroids.Segment 4: How Is It Diagnosed?HOST:Diagnosis requires multiple elevated blood pressure readings taken on different occasions. This includes office readings, home blood pressure monitoring, or ambulatory blood pressure monitoring.If you haven't had your blood pressure checked recently, this is your reminder. It's simple—and it could save your life.Segment 5: Treatment and ManagementHOST:Lifestyle changes are often the first line of treatment:Reduce salt intakeEat more fruits, vegetables, and whole grainsAim for 150 minutes of moderate exercise per weekManage stressMaintain a healthy weightGet enough sleepLimit alcoholQuit smokingIf these steps aren't enough, medications may be necessary. These include:Diuretics, ACE inhibitors, ARBs, Calcium channel blockers, Beta-blockersYour healthcare provider will choose the best medication based on your health profile.Segment 6: What You Can Do TodayHOST:Here are three simple, actionable steps you can take right now:Check your blood pressure—at a clinic, pharmacy, or at home.Pay attention to your salt intake—much of it is hidden in processed foods.Move more—even a 20-minute daily walk can help reduce blood pressure over time.Small steps can lead to big, lasting improvements.SummaryHypertension may be silent but understanding it gives you power. Early action can add healthy years to your life. Take charge of your blood pressure today.Diabetes1. Wetin Diabetes Be and Wetin E Go Do to Person Body?Q: Wetin diabetes mean?A: Diabetes na sickness wey make sugar (glucose) for person blood too high. E happen because the body no fit produce insulin well, or the insulin wey e get no dey work as e suppose.Q: Wetin go happen if diabetes no dey treated well?A: If diabetes no dey treated well, e fit damage the blood vessels, nerves, kidneys, eyes, and even the heart.2. Wetin Cause Diabetes and Why Black People Suffer Pass?Q: Wetin cause diabetes?A: E no be one thing wey cause diabetes. E dey happen because of mix of gene, lifestyle, environment, and society factors.Q: Why Black/African Americans get diabetes more?A: Black people for America get diabetes more because of long-standing inequality, stress, low access to healthcare, and the kind environment wey many of them dey live in. These things dey make Black people more at risk.3. Diabetes Rates for America and Black People?Q: How many people get diabetes for America?A: For America today, over 38 million people get diabetes, and the number dey rise every year.Q: Why Black people dey suffer diabetes more than White people?A: About 12% of Black adults get diabetes, compared to just 7% for White adults. Black people also dey get the sickness earlier and e dey more severe.4. Signs and Symptoms of Diabetes?Q: Wetin be the early signs of diabetes?A: The early signs no too strong, but when e show, e fit include:Too much urine (polyuria)Thirst (polydipsia)Hunger, tiredness, and blurred visionWounds no dey heal fastTingling for hand or legSometimes weight loss5. How Doctor Go Diagnose Diabetes?Q: How doctor fit confirm say person get diabetes?A: Doctor go do some lab tests to confirm:Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG): 126 mg/dL (7.0 mmol/L) or higherHbA1c: 6.5% or higher2-hour Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT): 200 mg/dL (11.1 mmol/L) or higher after person drink glucose.Random Blood Glucose: 200 mg/dL (11.1 mmol/L) or higher plus classic symptoms like too much urination, thirst, or weight loss.Q: Wetin happen if HbA1c test no match the person?A: If HbA1c result no match person symptoms, doctor fit repeat test or try other tests like FPG or OGTT.6. Wetin Screening and Early Diagnosis Fit Do?Q: Why screening for diabetes dey important?A: Screening dey important because early detection fit prevent serious complications from diabetes.Q: How often person go do diabetes test?A: Adults wey get overweight or obesity, between 35–70 years, suppose do diabetes screening every three years. But because Black adults get higher risk, doctors dey start screening earlier and more often.7. How Person Fit Manage Diabetes?Q: Wetin be the best way to manage diabetes?A: The two main ways to manage diabetes be:Lifestyle changes: Eat better food (vegetables, fruits, whole grain, beans, fish, chicken) and exercise regularly.Medicine: If person sugar still high, doctor fit give drugs like metformin, SGLT-2 inhibitors, or GLP-1 receptor agonists.Q: Wetin be SGLT-2 inhibitors and GLP-1 drugs?A: SGLT-2 inhibitors dey help with kidney and heart problems, while GLP-1 drugs dey help with weight loss and prevent stroke.Q: Wetin be first-line treatment for diabetes?A: First-line treatment for diabetes be metformin, unless person no fit tolerate am.Q: How much exercise a person suppose do?A: Person suppose do at least 150 minutes of moderate exercise per week. This fit include things like brisk walking, swimming, or cycling. E also good to add muscle-strength training two or three times weekly to help control sugar.Q: When insulin therapy go be needed?A: Insulin therapy go be needed if person A1c is higher than 10%, or if person dey hospitalized and their glucose dey above the 140-180 range. This go help bring the blood sugar down quickly.8. Wetin Be the Complications of Diabetes?Q: Wetin fit happen if diabetes no dey well-managed?A: Complications fit include kidney disease, blindness, nerve damage, leg ulcers, heart attack, stroke, and emotional issues like depression.Q: Why Black adults get more complications?A: Black people get higher risk of these complications because of inequality, stress, and poor access to healthcare.9. Wetin Dey Affect Access to Diabetes Treatment?Q: Wetin make Black people struggle to get treatment for diabetes?A: Many Black people no dey get new effective treatments like GLP-1 and SGLT-2 inhibitors because of price, insurance issues, and lack of access. COVID-19 also worsen things.Q: Wetin government and doctors fit do?A: Policymakers dey work on improving access to drugs, better community programs, and screening for social issues wey fit affect diabetes care.10. ConclusionQ: Wetin be the solution to reduce diabetes impact?A: The solution go need medical treatment, early screening, lifestyle support, and policy changes. With proper treatment and community support, e possible to reduce the impact of diabetes, especially for Black communities.Even without trying, every night you go to bed a little wiser. Thanks for listening to Rio Bravo qWeek Podcast. We want to hear from you, send us an email at RioBravoqWeek@clinicasierravista.org, or visit our website riobravofmrp.org/qweek. See you next week! _____________________References: Whelton PK, Carey RM. Overview of hypertension in adults. UpToDate. 2024.Carey RM, Moran AE. Evaluation of hypertension. UpToDate. 2024.Mann SJ, Forman JP. Lifestyle modification in the management of hypertension. UpToDate. 2024.Giles TD, Weber MA. Initial pharmacologic therapy of hypertension. UpToDate. 2024.American Heart Association. Understanding Blood Pressure Readings. Accessed 2025.American Heart Association. AHA Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations. Accessed 2025.Theme song, Works All The Time by Dominik Schwarzer, YouTube ID: CUBDNERZU8HXUHBS, purchased from https://www.premiumbeat.com/.

SHOW 11-21-25 CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR THE SHOW BEGINS IN THE DOUBTS ABOUT UKRAINE FIRST HOUR 9-915 HEADLINE: Las Vegas Shifts Focus with Formula 1 and Lower-End Tourism; California Politics Hit by Indictments GUEST: Jeff Bliss Jeff Bliss reports that the Formula 1 race on the Las Vegas city circuit is attracting major spectacle and high-end tourism, though the city is also attempting recovery by catering to lower-income demographics, evidenced by positive activity at the Excalibur Casino, while facing major competition from a new Indian casino near Bakersfield, California, operated by the Tahone tribe and twice the size of Caesars Palace. In California, Governor Gavin Newsom's former chief of staff, Dana Williamson, and four others were indicted on 23 counts of fraud. Additionally, an investigation into the Palisades fire revealed that state workers ordered the LA Fire Department to back off a previously burned area that rekindled, allegedly to protect endangered plants. 915-930 HEADLINE: Industrial Policy and Tariffs Lack Coherence; Removal of Food Tariffs Implies Inflationary EffectGUEST: Veronique De Rugy Veronique De Rugy discusses US industrial policy, noting the trade deficit has increased despite tariffs, and the administration's decision to remove tariffs on food items—goods not produced domestically—is seen as an implicit admission that tariffs contribute to the "affordability crisis" because tariffs are a tax primarily borne by American consumers. The goals behind tariffs have shifted from fighting China to raising revenue, and the largest tariff exemption is for computer parts, indicating an understanding that tariffs could contradict other goals like energy abundance. De Rugyargues that US economic power stems from innovation and a willingness to invest, making industrial policy involving tariffs and seeking foreign investment largely unnecessary and potentially harmful. 930-945 HEADLINE: Mixed US Economic Signals: Strong GDP Contrasts Low Consumer Sentiment; AI Adoption Increases GUEST: Gene Marks Gene Marks discusses the US economy, noting that third-quarter GDP growth is estimated near 4%, contrasting sharply with record-low consumer sentiment in a "tale of two economies" where salaried workers receiving pay raises of 5–7% are outpacing 3% inflation and continuing to spend, while hourly workers struggle. Despite job growth in construction, leading indicators like the architectural billings index show contraction for 11 months. In technology, 88% of major companies are adopting artificial intelligence, though scaling remains limited, with AI already replacing low-level programmers and enhancing customer service. Agentic AI, capable of performing complex tasks, is predicted to impact fields like accounting and marketing by 2027–2028. However, Marks argues that most current major corporate layoffs stem from typical corporate bloat and mismanagement rather than AI, at least not yet. 945-10 SECOND HOUR 10-1015 HEADLINE: Lancaster County Economy Booms Despite Low Consumer Confidence; Local Entrepreneurs ThriveGUEST: Jim McTague Jim McTague reports that the economy in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, is strong, suggesting it mirrors the greater US economy despite reports of low consumer confidence, observing robust traffic at tourist destinations like Kitchen Kettle Village, a shopping locale established in 1954, with spending largely supported by well-off boomers. Local entrepreneurs are experiencing great success—a dealer selling eclectic electric lamps in Park City Mall is already earning $4,500 per week at the start of the holiday season, and high volume at Costco, where the Amish are major buyers, further indicates available disposable income. McTague concludes that the real economy on Main Street is strong and likely headed for a blockbuster Christmas season. 1015-1030 HEADLINE: Climate Change Threatens Iconic Italian Cheeses; Southern Drought Reduces Milk Production Quality GUEST: Lorenzo Fiori Lorenzo Fiori reports that climate change is threatening Italian food production, particularly cheese, due to drought and heat waves in the south, especially the Puglia region, where stressed cows are reducing milk production and impacting specialty cheeses like mozzarella and burrata. Milk cannot be shipped from the north because local water and hay are essential to the unique flavor of southern cheese. Fiori emphasizes that Italian food is a famous brand precisely because it belongs to its territory, criticizing pre-prepared sauces found in Brussels as inauthentic carbonara, which must be made fresh. In Milan, Christmas preparations are underway, with shop windows decorated festively and street lights scheduled to be switched on December 7th. 1030-1045 HEADLINE: Private Space Advances (Blue Origin, Rocket Lab) Challenge NASA SLS, EU Space Law CriticizedGUEST: Bob Zimmerman Bob Zimmerman reports that Blue Origin's New Glenn orbital rocket successfully completed its second launch, including landing the first stage and demonstrating reuse capability comparable to Falcon 9. New Glenn, larger than Falcon 9, is scheduled for upgrades with more powerful BE4 and BE3U engines, making it nearly comparable to NASA's costly and expendable SLS rocket. Rocket Lab set a new annual launch record with 15 successful orbital launches, surpassing Russia's frequency, and has conducted suborbital HASTE launches for military testing. India is upgrading its largest LVM rocket's upper stage for multiple restarts, essential for its space station and crewed missions. The US State Department opposes a proposed European Union space law seeking to impose EU regulations on companies from other nations, potentially discrediting the EU if passed. Finally, NASA has hired startup Catalyst to attempt a daring robotic rescue of the decaying Swift telescope. 1045-1100 THIRD HOUR 1100-1115 HEADLINE: McFaul: Autocrats Are on the Rise; US Must Unite Allies and Attract Global Talent to CompeteGUEST: Michael McFaul Michael McFaul's book Autocrats Versus Democrats argues that Putinism is driven by anti-Western ideology, making Putin a risk-taker, and McFaul believes the US erred by lacking a robust response and failing to provide arms after the 2014 Crimea invasion, stressing that helping Ukraine win is essential to inspire Russian democrats. He asserts that the appeal of autocracy is growing globally and advises that the US must align democracies against autocrats while advocating for human rights, citing the need to support imprisoned publisher Jimmy Lai. Long-term strategy requires the US and its allies to unite, as they are collectively stronger economically and militarily than autocracies, and McFaulstrongly recommends attracting international talent by reversing restrictive immigration policies, calling it a great strength the US is currently losing. 1115-1130 1130-1145 1145-1200 FOURTH HOUR 12-1215 HEADLINE: US-Saudi Nuclear Deal Raises Proliferation Concerns; Military Micro-Reactors Retreat from Front Lines GUEST: Henry Sokolski Henry Sokolski states that Saudi Crown Prince MBS's goal is to obtain a bomb option, and while the new US-Saudi agreement does not include assistance with nuclear fuel production, a reactor still provides the necessary "cover" used by countries like Iran. MBS has made clear he will acquire a bomb if Iran does, regardless of the Non-Proliferation Treaty. Sokolski also discusses the US military's Janus program for small reactors, initially conceived for vulnerable front-line bases but pushed back to remote areas like Alaska and the lower 48 due to concerns about drones and vulnerability. Finally, the US may be moving toward nuclear socialism—government ownership of commercial reactors, potentially funded by Japan—to encourage commercialization even without secured market contracts. 1215-1230 1230-1245 HEADLINE: Scenario: Russia Attacks NATO Member Estonia; Europe's "Kantian Dreams" and Lack of Readiness Prevent Article 5 Response GUEST: Jakub Grygiel Jakub Grygiel analyzes the German book If Russia Wins, which outlines a scenario where Russia attacks NATO member Estonia around 2028 following a stalled conflict in Ukraine, capturing Narva and an island before halting its advance and creating confusion within NATO. Europeans, living in "Kantian dreams of eternal peace," prioritize a quick end to the conflict and fear escalation, and the scenario posits that the US President decides a World War III over a "tiny piece of land" is not worthwhile, leading Estonia to forego invoking NATO's Article 5 out of fear of alliance rejection. Grygielnotes that decades of demilitarization leave Europe unprepared for war, highlighting that US reinforcements could take 45 days to move and societies lack the political will to fund necessary rearmament.

Jeff Bliss reports that the Formula 1 race on the Las Vegas city circuit is attracting major spectacle and high-end tourism, though the city is also attempting recovery by catering to lower-income demographics, evidenced by positive activity at the Excalibur Casino, while facing major competition from a new Indian casino near Bakersfield, California, operated by the Tahone tribe and twice the size of Caesars Palace. In California, Governor Gavin Newsom's former chief of staff, Dana Williamson, and four others were indicted on 23 counts of fraud. Additionally, an investigation into the Palisades fire revealed that state workers ordered the LA Fire Department to back off a previously burned area that rekindled, allegedly to protect endangered plants.

Megyn Kelly begins the "Megyn Kelly Live" show in Bakersfield, California by honoring Charlie Kirk on the tour stop he was supposed to attend, and takes audience questions. Then Jack Posobiec joins to talk about the need to defeat the forces that took out Charlie Kirk, the rise of disaffected young men, how Luigi Mangione and Thomas Crooks connects with the COVID pandemic, and more.  Then Victor Davis Hanson joins to talk about how Trump can turnaround the country's mood on the economy, the looming bloodbath in the midterms, how Trump can win the Epstein Files news cycle, Michelle Obama's racial resentment about her hair, her complaints about how "confining" it was to be First Lady, and more. Then Charlie Sheen joins to talk about what brings him happiness now, the low points in his life, the fun and crazy times he had with Nicholas Cage, exploring religion and God, allowing himself to embrace politics beyond what he always was used to, the way he moved to the right during 2025, and more. ARMRA: go to https://tryarmra.com/MEGYNto get 30% off your first subscription orderRiverbend Ranch: Visit https://riverbendranch.com/ | Use promo code MEGYN for $20 off your first order. Lean: Visit https://BrickhouseSale.com for 30% offHerald Group: Learn more at https://GuardYourCard.com  Follow The Megyn Kelly Show on all social platforms:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/MegynKellyTwitter: http://Twitter.com/MegynKellyShowInstagram: http://Instagram.com/MegynKellyShowFacebook: http://Facebook.com/MegynKellyShow Find out more information at:https://www.devilmaycaremedia.com/megynkellyshow Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.