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Between 1908 and 1927, the Ford Motor Company sold 15,007,033 Model Ts, making the car the best-selling automobile the world had ever seen. That record came to an end on the 17th February, 1972 when the 15,007,034th Volkswagen Beetle rolled off the production line. The car was the brainchild of Adolf Hitler who commissioned it almost immediately after her became chancellor of Germany in 1933. His plan was that the German public, irrespective of whether they were a doctor or a factory worker could buy a car for just 1,000 Reichsmarks which would have been around 31 weeks' pay for the average worker. In this episode, Arion, Rebecca and Olly consider whether the Beetle is more a triumph of engineering or advertising; discuss why Ford turned down the Volkswagen factory at Wolfsburg, which they could have had for free; and look at how the Führer's car came to be loved by 1960s American hippies and flower children…   Further Reading: • ‘The VW Beetle: How Hitler's idea became a design icon' (BBC, 2014): https://www.bbc.com/culture/article/20130830-the-nazi-car-we-came-to-love  • ‘The world's best-selling cars' (Auto Express, 2022):  https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/best-cars-vans/33872/worlds-best-selling-cars  • ‘The History of Volkswagen, 'The People's Car' (Wall Street Journal, 2016): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HhH-oWHzzvQ  Love the show? Support us!  Join 

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  "Karma" is the latest ground-breaking creation from Type 1 Restoration — Dennis Troggio's 1955 Lowlight Karmann Ghia that just captured the coveted Al Slonaker Award at the Grand National Roadster Show, the highest honor for non-roadster vehicles at the most prestigious indoor custom car show in the world. This wasn't their first shot at Slonaker glory. We get into the second attempt — and how lessons learned from the legendary "Turmoil" split-window Beetle (a build that redefined what was possible in the VW and hot rod world) shaped the philosophy behind Karma. Turmoil raised the bar. Karma shattered it. The 1955 Lowlight Karmann Ghia is already one of the rarest early production Volkswagens ever built — the very first year of Ghia production. Owner Dennis Troggio was also hands on with this build. But this car goes far beyond restoration. Nearly everything on Karma has been re-engineered, re-imagined, or custom-machined from scratch. The list of untouched parts is shorter than the list of one-off components. From custom-machined brake rotors carved out of solid cast iron, to intricate mechanical detailing throughout, no surface was overlooked. The interior, crafted by the world-renowned Recovery Room, is a masterclass in craftsmanship and restraint. Power comes from a 300 horsepower, full-race engine built by Doug Gonzales of RevMaster — a monster Type 1 powerplant that proves air-cooled performance belongs on the biggest stage. Competing against multi-million-dollar customs and elite coach-built machines, Karma didn't just show up — it changed the conversation. This win is proof that when precision engineering meets vision, a Volkswagen can stand toe-to-toe with the best custom cars in the world. We also talk about the evolution of Type 1 Restoration, the misunderstood builds, the favorites, the setbacks, and the relentless drive to keep pushing the envelope. If history has shown us anything, it's this: the next build coming from their shop will redefine expectations all over again. This episode is about craftsmanship, competition, redemption — and changing the game for Volkswagens on the biggest stage in custom car culture.

Transform your close-range fishing game with the precision techniques that put bass in the boat! Discover the critical differences between flipping and pitching, why weedless rigging is non-negotiable around heavy cover, and how quiet lure entries trigger immediate strikes from pressured fish. Learn the exact rod specifications that maximize accuracy and hooksets, master the spinning gear technique that expands your finesse options, and unlock the practice drills that build muscle memory off the water. From targeting tight cover to perfecting silent presentations, these proven methods consistently outfish traditional casting when bass are buried in docks, laydowns, and vegetation.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bass-cast-radio--1838782/support.Become a Patreon memebet now for less then a pack of worms you can support Bass Cast Radio as well as get each epsiode a day early & commercial free. Just click the link below. PATREON 

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand, with Phil Perry in studio in place of Scott Zolak, start the hour breaking down what went wrong for the Patriots in Super Bowl LX.(14:40) We touch on Drake Maye's performance and the impact his shoulder injury had on the game.(25:11) Waltham police show up to the scene after Beetle accidentally dialed 911.(31:06) The crew finishes the hour with more thoughts on Will Campbell's struggles and debate whether the Patriots were battle tested.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The “Clean Slate” That Changes Your Decisions Every January, Bruce and I have this running joke: as a society, we collectively decide that January 1 magically flips a switch—life will be calmer, more organized, more intentional. Bruce thinks it's strange. (He's not wrong.)I love it. I love a clean slate. A fresh start. A targeted window that says, “This is the beginning.” https://www.youtube.com/live/_cgm7sJ6SDc And here's why that matters for your money: when you feel like you have a beginning, you're more willing to think differently. You stop drifting on autopilot and start asking better questions—especially the one Bruce kept coming back to in our conversation: Why do you do what you do financially? That one question is the doorway to confidence. Not “confidence that you'll always be right,” but confidence that you're making the best decision with the information you have—while staying flexible enough to adjust when new information shows up. That's the heart of this post: the financial strategy for families in 2026 isn't a single product or prediction. It's a way of thinking—a framework—that helps you build control, cash flow, and peace of mind in uncertain markets. The “Clean Slate” That Changes Your DecisionsWhat You'll Gain from This Financial Strategy for Families in 2026Financial strategy for families starts with one skill: thinking about your thinkingWhat fundamentally changed—and why “uncertain markets” feel louder than ever1) Information moves instantly—and it affects how you use your money2) The 24-hour news cycle magnifies fear—and shrinks your time horizon3) AI disruption adds both opportunity and anxiety4) Cryptocurrency continues to create both opportunity and harm5) Debt levels are enormous—and debt quietly reduces control of capitalWhy the typical accumulation model fails families in uncertain marketsSequence of returns risk: why averages don't protect your retirementFinancial strategy for families in uncertain markets: control of capital is the core principleCash flow planning and the liquidity strategy every family needs in 2026 and beyondHow to build liquidity for market volatilityDebt management strategy: why debt steals optionality for familiesWhy families need professional guidance more than ever in 2026Optionality: how to create a family wealth plan that lasts generationsYour most valuable asset isn't your portfolio—it's your family's capacityThe Financial Strategy Every Family Needs in 2026 and BeyondListen to the Full Episode on Financial Strategy for Families in 2026 and BeyondFAQ: Financial Strategy for Families in 2026 and BeyondWhat is the best financial strategy for families?How do you build liquidity for market volatility?How much cash reserve should a family keep in 2026 and beyond?What's the difference between cash flow and net worth for families?How can families protect wealth from volatility without going to all cash?How does debt reduce control of capital?How can AI impact jobs and investing decisions in 2026 and beyond?What does “control of capital” mean in personal finance? What You'll Gain from This Financial Strategy for Families in 2026 If you've felt the financial landscape shifting—tax uncertainty, persistent inflation, volatile markets, conflicting advice, AI disruption, crypto hype, growing debt, and nonstop headlines—you're not imagining it. The pace of change is faster. But here's the good news: you don't need a crystal ball to win financially in 2026. You need a system grounded in principles that hold up in any environment. In this article, we'll walk you through a financial framework for uncertain markets that's built on: control of capital cash flow planning liquidity strategy (liquidity buffer) optionality (having choices even when the “rules” change) decision-making confidence under uncertainty multi-generational planning that prepares your family for the future you can't predict And we'll also show you why the typical accumulation-based model leaves many families exposed—especially when volatility and sequence of returns risk collide. Financial strategy for families starts with one skill: thinking about your thinking Bruce said something that I think every family needs right now: Think about your thinking. Most people don't actually have a money strategy. They have inherited assumptions. They're doing what coworkers do. What parents did. What the internet said. What the “guru” recommended. What the algorithm fed them. In 2026, the families who thrive won't be the best guessers. They'll be the best designers. And the first step in design is awareness: Why am I saving this way? Why am I investing this way? Why am I in debt? Why does this feel “safe” to me? What am I assuming about the next 10–20 years? This isn't about obsessing. It's about choosing on purpose—so you can move forward with confidence, not second-guessing. What fundamentally changed—and why “uncertain markets” feel louder than ever When we talked about what's changed heading into 2026, Bruce laid out the big forces that are shaping the environment families are making decisions inside of: 1) Information moves instantly—and it affects how you use your money The world feels smaller because it is smaller. A person in the Caribbean can follow the same investing narrative as someone in Texas. Advice travels fast. That can be helpful. It can also be harmful—because it creates noise, urgency, and “trend pressure.” If you're constantly being told the newest move, the newest hack, the newest asset class… your financial decisions can become reactive instead of strategic. 2) The 24-hour news cycle magnifies fear—and shrinks your time horizon Here's a hard truth: fear makes people short-term. When headlines feel nonstop, people assume they need to do something right now. But families build wealth through disciplined, long-range thinking—especially when markets are volatile. 3) AI disruption adds both opportunity and anxiety AI is not the first major innovation wave (we've seen this with cars, the internet, tech booms). But it's moving faster. Some companies will soar. Some will crash. Some industries will be disrupted. New industries will emerge. That uncertainty pushes people toward emotional decision-making. 4) Cryptocurrency continues to create both opportunity and harm Crypto is still sorting itself out. Some parts thrive, others die. Governments are still deciding how they'll regulate and respond. That uncertainty can create both speculation and fear—and those are not the foundations of a stable family wealth plan. 5) Debt levels are enormous—and debt quietly reduces control of capital Debt is more than a number. It changes who controls your future cash flow. Bruce said it plainly: when you're in debt, you're not controlling capital—capital is flowing away from you. And when you combine high debt with volatility, it can create pressure-cooker decision-making. Why the typical accumulation model fails families in uncertain markets Most modern financial planning is built on a familiar script: Work and accumulate assets Grow net worth Retire Live on portfolio growth without touching principal That model depends on one assumption: that your assets will grow smoothly enough, at the right time, to support your lifestyle. But in uncertain markets, families don't just face market risk. They face timing risk. Sequence of returns risk: why averages don't protect your retirement Bruce explained this in a way that cuts through the noise: averages don't matter if timing is wrong. Two portfolios can have the same “average return” over 20 years—but if one experiences losses early (when you're withdrawing income), the outcome can be dramatically worse. That's why “the market averages 10%” is not a strategy. It's a soundbite. A real strategy considers: when you need income how much liquidity you have what happens if markets drop early whether your plan depends on selling assets in a down year If your plan requires everything to go “mostly right” in the early years of retirement, you don't have a plan—you have a hope. Financial strategy for families in uncertain markets: control of capital is the core principle When we stripped the conversation down to the essentials, we kept coming back to one word: Control. Control doesn't mean you can control the market. It means you can control your position. And your position is what determines your options. When you control capital, you have money you can access and direct: for emergencies for opportunity for strategic investing for business pivots for family needs for tax planning decisions for downturns without panic This is why we talk so much about control of capital. It's not a buzzword. It's a survival advantage—and a growth advantage. Cash flow planning and the liquidity strategy every family needs in 2026 and beyond Let's make this practical. When volatility increases, you need a plan that doesn't force you to liquidate investments at the wrong time. That requires a liquidity buffer. How to build liquidity for market volatility Liquidity isn't just “cash in a checking account.” Liquidity is access. It's the ability to move without penalties, delays, or begging for approval. A strong liquidity strategy (liquidity buffer) does two things: It keeps you stable in crisis It keeps you ready in opportunity Bruce said it perfectly: opportunities find cash. And here's the funny thing—when you have liquidity, you start noticing opportunities you would've missed before. We talked about the “Beetle effect” (your brain notices what it's primed to notice). When you have capital available, your radar changes. You see deals, investments, partnerships,

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand begin the hour - LIVE from Radio Row - joined by Phil Perry to talk about whether Drake Maye should have been MVP or not.(11:51) We dive into Beetle's Six Pack of game thoughts ahead of Super Bowl LX.(27:39) The guys talk about some players that could be sneaky good for the Pats vs the Seahawks.(31:22) The crew talks about how motivated the young Patriots are for the Super Bowl and Phil makes his prediction.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

GreenLight Biosciences' Jonathan Adamson says they've shown that RNA can be a viable solution to control the pests that potato growers deal with regularly.

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand begin the hour - LIVE from Radio Row - from Saints LB Demario Davis as they preview Super Bowl LX and analyze New England as a destination for potential free agents.(12:31) The guys go to a loaded phone lines.(21:47) Former NFL QB, Rich Gannon joins Zo and Beetle on Radio Row to talk about the big game and Drake Maye's plate.(32:52) The crew plug the Felger & Mazz Super Bowl Party on Saturday before going to the callers to round out the hour.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the show - LIVE from Radio Row - by praising San Francisco as a Super Bowl host city. They transition the discussion to Tom Brady and his public rooting interest in the big game.(13:01) Tom Brady doesn't have a dog in this “fight”. Beetle is critical of his take.(24:37) Callers weigh in on Tom Brady's rooting interest in the Super Bowl.(33:07) Apparently, Tom Brady is not a Patriot for life. More calls on Brady not having a dog in the Super Bowl.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Most anglers move their jigs way too much in winter and wonder why they're not catching fish! Discover why the pause is more important than the retrieve, how jig head shape determines whether bass commit or ignore your presentation, and why low-action trailers consistently outperform flashy alternatives in cold water. Learn the critical fall rate adjustments that trigger strikes, the natural color choices that dominate clear winter conditions, and how subtle skirt motion does the work while your bait sits motionless. Master the sensitivity tweaks that detect light bites, understand why stillness seals the deal, and unlock the jig fishing secrets that turn tough winter days into trophy opportunities.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bass-cast-radio--1838782/support.Become a Patreon memebet now for less then a pack of worms you can support Bass Cast Radio as well as get each epsiode a day early & commercial free. Just click the link below. PATREON 

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the hour - LIVE from Radio Row - by rehashing some audio from Adam Schein from earlier in the season in which he stated the Patriots were frauds. Has your mind changed on the Patriots based on their playoff run and easy schedule?(3:46) Adam Schein, CBS Sports broadcaster, joins Zolak & Bertrand to defend his take on the Patriots and discusses the Patriots path to get here. (20:39) Nate Tice, from Yahoo Sports, joins the show to preview Super Bowl LX this Sunday. (31:12) The guys recap the slew of guests thus far on an eventful day on Radio Row. Beetle asks, “Are you worried about this Super Bowl being a boring game?”See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Happy Monday flogs!Kirby explains "play it where it lies Beetle" and the Flogs do a live review of the new Bundy rum chocolate.We hear some more unique kid's names at school from teachers and apparently Australia does not exist according to one Scottish wanker.Snowman Grant tells us about his absolute classic hard-as pop and we hear about a few of the Flog's Pops. Gibbo cops a fine in the mail, what could it be for?The boys learn that's the difference between hookers and apple pies? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Every superhero has their origin story, and a superhero of science is no different…From watching slater bugs and catching non-venomous snakes in her garden just outside Toronto in Canada, to harnessing lizards with palm fronds in the Caribbean, Tanya Latty was always going to study animals.But it wasn't until an invertebrate zoology class that her "mind exploded" and her passion for entomology became clear.She went to the Rocky Mountains to study mountain pine beetles for her PhD — where she also accidentally studied bears and cougars up close.These days Tanya is based in Australia and raises awareness and understanding of invertebrates after bushfires.This is the origin story of Associate Professor Tanya Latty.Featuring:Associate Professor Tanya Latty, entomologist and insect ecologist at the University of SydneyProduction:Ann Jones, Presenter / ProducerRebecca McLaren, ProducerHamish Camilleri, Sound EngineerThis episode of What the Duck?! was produced on the land of the Wadawarrung and Taungurung people.Find more episodes of the ABC podcast, What the Duck?! with the always curious Dr Ann Jones exploring the mysteries of nature on the ABC Listen app (Australia) or wherever you get your podcasts. You'll learn more about the weird and unusual aspects of our natural world in a quirky, fun way with easy to understand science.

Washed up seaweed might look unimportant to us, but rotting seaweed is a crucial haven for animals such as the seaweed darkling beetle. The decaying seaweed provides both shelter and sustenance, allowing them to inhabit a narrow zone of the intertidal environment. This bubble-shaped beetle exists in varying colour morphs, with light colour forms living on white sand beaches, while darker colour forms live on black sand beaches. This cryptic colour match to their sandy substrate allows them to avoid being dinner from predators such as banded dotterels, oyster catchers and gulls!

Ryan, Miles, and Pete go over the most recent ROC States results from this last weekend.

Wanted: beetle hunk available for 24/7 free use, $20/day. It's another wild story from the author of Sherlock Holmes, read aloud with commentary from our friends Chris and Paris of Terrible Book Club!

It wouldn't be a new season of TBC without a Victorian visit from the Antiques Freaks! Dig your Carnacki Bingo cards out of storage and enjoy a live reading of The Story of the Beetle Hunter by Arthur Conan Doyle, all set to the impeccable scoring and sound design talents of Oselka Sound. If you'd rather hear a properly acted, serious version of this story, please check out the Gothic Tales audio book narrated by Gary Furlong. In addition to our usual barnyard language, this episode includes irreverant and sexual humor and some bad Victorian ideas and opinions.

Recorded live on January 22nd, 2026   Two people making music on the fly… Bugs In The Basement creates improvised musical journeys from an array of vintage and handmade instruments to modern technologies. Recorded live from our basement studio in the Pacific Northwest, each week we experiment in the process of making exploratory music and soundscapes. Unmixed, unedited and unapologetic.   www.bugsinthebasement.com

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the show by reacting to Mike Florio picking the Broncos to beat the Patriots on Sunday.(9:26) We dive into Beetle's 6-pack of game thoughts ahead of Patriots-Broncos.(24:43) The crew takes calls on Jarrett Stidham and discusses the uniform battle on Sunday.(34:29) We finish the hour with our picks for The Football Card.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How did the VW Beetle go from Hitler's dream car to beloved hippie icon? Today, we're sharing an episode from a new podcast, Business History. Hosts Jacob Goldstein and Robert Smith bring to life the greatest innovations, the boldest entrepreneurs and the craziest mavericks in the annals of business—and share the lessons we can learn from their successes and failures. In today's episode: How Hitler launched the Volkswagen Beetle and its journey from Nazi vehicle to bohemian Love Bug. This is part 1 of the Business History series on the Beetle—be sure to head to Business History for part 2. Find Business History wherever you get podcasts. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand discuss Robert Kraft's appearance on the show, and the potential of an 18 game NFL regular season. (7:16) Zo and Bettle take your calls on the upcoming AFC title game. (17:47) The guys discuss whether or not altitude sickness will have an effect on the game. (25:47) Zo and Beetle continue taking your calls, including about the Patriots running back room. Please note: Timecodes may shift by a few minutes due to inserted ads. Because of copyright restrictions, portions—or entire segments—may not be included in the podcast.For the latest updates, visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 The Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Watch the show every morning on YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with all the best moments from Boston's home for sports!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand open up Wednesday's show discussing whether or not Jarrett Stidham is actually any good. Where is all the Stidham love coming from? (12:01:) The guys go through ESPN's backup QB preseason rankings. Where does Jarrett Stidham fall? (24:40) Zo and Beetle talk about how WBZ's Steve Burton takes home old seafood from the media workroom at Patriots games. Would you eat old seafood? (34:16) Zo and Beetle discuss QB guru Jordan Palmer's take on Stidham and whether or not he's trying to protect Stidham. Taking your calls. Please note: Timecodes may shift by a few minutes due to inserted ads. Because of copyright restrictions, portions—or entire segments—may not be included in the podcast.For the latest updates, visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 The Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Watch the show every morning on YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with all the best moments from Boston's home for sports!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) The guys react to Denver building a new stadium with a retractable roof. Will they keep the roof open for football games? (12:04) Zolak and Bertrand react to Buffalo parting ways with Sean McDermott, and who they should hire for Josh Allen. (21:04) Will Kyle Williams or Mack Hollins be a factor for the Patriots this weekend? (33:45) Zolak and Bertrand react to Carlos Beltran being named to the Baseball Hall of Fame. Beetle believes he is a no doubt Hall of Famer.Please note: Timecodes may shift by a few minutes due to inserted ads. Because of copyright restrictions, portions—or entire segments—may not be included in the podcast.For the latest updates, visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 The Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Watch the show every morning on YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with all the best moments from Boston's home for sports!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This is her chance to explore this unexplored concept of writing journalism as a member of the Fourth Estate, trying to hold people accountable; she's never done that, and when Hermione reminds her outright, "I can blackmail you," then she gives Rita the assignment. "Harry, are you ready to tell the public the truth?" She has just become Rita's editor. For full show notes, transcripts, ways to contact the hosts or support the show, and more, visit hpafter2020.com.

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand are joined by ESPN's Mike Reiss - live from Gillette Stadium - to offer his Big 3 Takeaways from Sunday's Divisional Round matchup between the Pats and Texans.(14:53) The guys get into Drake Maye's performance last week vs the Texans and give their takes as to how he needs to elevate his gameplay vs Denver.(24:05) Zo, Beetle, McKone and Reiss talk about the travel to Denver and playing in elevation. Will the altitude play a factor in the game?(31:09) To the phone lines for one last segment with Mike Reiss.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the show by reacting to comments by former Broncos Jake Plummer and Nate Jackson stating the Broncos won't miss a beat with Stidham starting over Nix.(10:56) Zo, Beetle and McKone follow-up on Tom Curran's remarks on his belief that Jarrett Stidham cannot possibly play as worse as CJ Stroud. Is anyone a believer in the Denver Broncos?(27:10) The guys discuss the Josh McDaniels-Jarrett Stidham connection. Beetle recaps the history between McDaniels and Stidham.(34:23) Indiana won their first College Football National Championship with a win last night over the University of MIami.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the show by breaking down the Patriots win over the Texans in the Divisional Round of the Playoffs.(12:01) The guys react to comments made by Kennedy Stidham, wife of Denver Broncos QB Jarrett Stidham, in reference to cold New England weather. With Bo Nix ruled out, Stidham will get the start vs his old team in the AFC Championship Game. (22:02) C.J. Stroud throws 4 Interceptions, all in the first half. Zolak, Beetle & McKone analyze C.J. Stroud's performance. Callers begin to weigh in.(31:46) More breakdown of the Pats-Texans game. More callers' thoughts on the game.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the third hour by previewing the Patriots-Broncos AFC Championship Game. The line opened up with the Patriots as 5.5 point road favorites.(10:46) We dive into the biggest stories following the Divisional Round with Read & React. (23:32) Mike Vrabel comments on Jarrett Stidham during today's press conference. The crew talk about Stidham as a backup QB. Callers offer their thoughts on everything discussed.(32:52) The guys revisit Beetle's 6-Pack of game thoughts ahead of the Pats-Texans game.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the show by giving their outlook for Texans-Patriots and why the “house money” conversation doesn't apply to this game.(12:23) We dive into Beetle's 6-pack of game thoughts for Texans-Pats. Brought to you by Corona!(25:51) We take calls on the Texans-Patriots matchup.(34:51) The crew gives their picks for the Divisional Round with The Football Card.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Iran Ultimatum, Teen Genius, Rockefeller Tree's Next Gig, Bringing Back a Beetle, Spectrum Barbie & Sheep Alert!

In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, Amy Vu and Dr. Jamie Ellis are joined by Dr. Bram Cornelissen to discuss his research on a variety of honey bee–related topics, including small hive beetle. This episode ends with a Q&A segment. Check out our website: www.ufhoneybee.com for additional resources from today's episode. 

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the show by reacting to the Texans-Steelers Wild Card matchup that ended up with Houston prevailing. The Divisional Round opponent for the Patriots is set as the Texans take on New England at 3pm next Sunday in Foxboro.(8:49) Was this Aaron Rodgers' last game in the NFL? Zo and Beetle discuss what the future in Pittsburgh looks like after being eliminated from the playoffs.(20:58) Joe Mazzulla has an all-time press conference following a tough loss on the road to the Indiana Pacers last night.(29:38) The guys continue to harp on the referees in the NBA. The callers weigh in.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the hour by resetting their thoughts on Chargers-Patriots with some calls mixed in.(12:34) We touch on the biggest storylines from Wild Card Weekend with Read & React.(24:37) The crew goes back and forth with callers on the Patriots win.(34:27) The guys react to Alex Bregman signing with the Cubs.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If you read Dracula and thought: “I like the ancient shapeshifting nemesis and the homoerotic subtext, but I don’t like how subtle the sexual and national anxieties are,” you’re in luck! Editor, reviewer, and scholar Marisa Mercurio is here to talk about not-so-subtle horrors in Richard Marsh’s 1897 novel The Beetle. Podcasts, reviews, interviews, essays, and more at the Ancillary Review of Books. Please consider supporting ARB’s Patreon! Guest: Marisa Mercurio Title: The Beetle by Richard Marsh Host:Jake Casella Brookins Music byGiselle Gabrielle Garcia Artwork byRob Patterson Opening poem by Bhartṛhari, translated by John Brough Chopin's "Minute Waltz" performed by Alfred Cortot Berlioz's "Symphonie Fantastique" performed by the Cleveland Orchestra, conducted by Artur Rodzinski References: Kaveh Akbar’s Martyr Daphne Du Maurier's Rebecca & Don't Look Now Alex Woodroe's The Night Ship Tenebrous Press Bram Stoker's Dracula Mary Shelley, Jane Austen, Ann Radcliffe, Charles Dickens, George Eliot E.R. Eddison's Zimianvian trilogy Joseph Conrad’s Heart of Darkness Robert Louis Stevenson’s The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde Oscar Wilde’s The Picture of Dorian Gray Arthur Conan Doyle’s Sherlock Holmes Kate Beaton’s “The Horror Of The New Woman” H.G. Wells’ The Island of Dr. Moreau Franz Kafka's The Metamorphosis The Fly films (Kurt Neumann 1958; David Cronenberg 1986) Phase IV directed by Saul Bass Robert Repino's Mort(e) The Nest by Gregory A. Douglas, and the “Valancourt Paperbacks from Hell” Mysteries of Udolpho by Ann Radcliffe Jane Austen's Northanger Abbey The Female Detective by Andrew Forrester Wilkie Collins The However Improbable podcast Marisa’s bluesky

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand discuss whether Danny Parkins could be right about Justin Herbert outplaying Drake Maye on Sunday.(10:12) The crew goes back and forth after a caller asks Beetle if Eliot Wolf should still be fired.(22:46) The guys take more calls on the Patriots and their expectations for Sunday.(32:57) We give our picks with The Football Card.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the hour with Phil Perry of NBC Sports Boston previewing Chargers-Patriots on Sunday.(7:28) We touch on Perry continuing to use the term “light box” and the keys for the running game.(18:35) The crew debates Beetle's biggest fear for the Patriots on Sunday. (26:55) The guys finish up the hour with calls on everything.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Christmas beetles are as Christmasy as the season, but are their numbers falling? We hear the latest data from a count that tracks the numbers

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand discuss whether it's fair to be disappointed if the Patriots play a good game against the Chargers and still lose.(10:22) Former Patriots center David Andrews calls into the show to defend his take about being satisfied with the Patriots' season already.(20:34) Beetle loses his mind over Chris Simms' outlook for Chargers-Patriots on Sunday.(31:57) We finish the hour with calls on everything Patriots.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The biggest winter bass fishing myth just got destroyed! Discover why shallow water consistently holds more active bass than deep zones during cold months, and why most anglers are fishing the wrong depths entirely. Learn how sun-warmed banks, mud bottoms, and shallow cover create feeding opportunities that deep-water anglers completely miss. Master the flipping techniques that trigger reaction strikes from tight cover, decode the baitfish and crawdad movements that concentrate bass shallow, and understand why starting your day in 2-5 feet of water produces more bites than grinding deep structure. This pattern-breaking approach turns conventional winter wisdom upside down!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bass-cast-radio--1838782/support.Become a Patreon memebet now for less then a pack of worms you can support Bass Cast Radio as well as get each epsiode a day early & commercial free. Just click the link below. PATREON 

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the final hour of the show with Donna Spigarolo, Director of Community Relations with the Patriots, to talk about the “Pawtriots” on a Tail Waggin' Tuesday. Noelle, the dog, makes a special guest appearance.(9:14) Beetle wonders if the Chargers are a cursed franchise. The guys deliberate and comment on this Chargers team heading into the Wild Card Round.(19:54) The crew finishes the day with calls on everything.(33:54) Today's Takeaway.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand - live from Gillette Stadium - begin the show with their thoughts on the NFL MVP conversation.(15:19) The guys react to Cam Newton's comments labeling Drake Maye as more of a “game manager” over a “game changer”(25:02) Beetle says we cannot take this season for granted because the guard can easily change. The callers give their takes on the MVP discussion.(32:44) The panel gets into the MVP voting structure.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode, past guests of Books with Betsy and I share our favorite books of 2025! Listen to hear about lots of great 2025 books and the excellent backlist we got to this year.    Books mentioned in this episode:    Betsy's Top 11 Books (in no particular order):  The Sisters by Jonas Hassan Khemiri  Endling by Maria Reva The Director by Daniel Kehlmann  The Buffalo Hunter Hunter by Stephen Graham Jones Biography of X by Catherine Lacey  Say Hello to My Little Friend by Jennine Capó Crucet  Original Sins: The (Mis)education of Black and Native Children and the Construction of American Racism by Eve L. Ewing Devil is Fine by John Vercher  There is a Rio Grande in Heaven by Ruben Reyes, Jr.  A Guardian and A Thief by Megha Majumdar  Reservoir Bitches by Dalia de la Cerda    Books Highlighted by Guests: Tina of TBR, etc:  One Yellow Eye by Leigh Radford  Dominion by Addie E. Citchens Red Clay by Charles B. Fancher  Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid  Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaghy Jen Price: The Stolen Queen by Fiona Davis Canada by Mike Myers  Everyone is Lying to You by Jo Piazza Saltwater by Katy Hays Come Fly With Me by Camille Di Maio Bre of Brezzylovesbooks:  Plantains and Our Becoming: Poems by Melania Luisa Marte What My Bones Know: A Memoir of Healing From Complex Trauma by Stephanie Foo  Maggie; or, a Man and a Woman Walk Into a Bar by Katie Yee  Maggie Brennan:  There's Always This Year: On Basketball and Ascension by Hanif Abdurraqib  Martyr! by Kaveh Akbar  The Great Believers by Rebecca Makkai  Wolf Pack by Amelia Brunskill  Beneath the Rising by Premee Mohamed   Amy Smalley:  Miss Benson's Beetle by Rachel Joyce  You Could Make This Place Beautiful by Maggie Smith  The Carpool Detectives: A True Story of Four Moms, Two Bodies, and One Mysterious Cold Case by Chuck Hogan  Grace & Henry's Holiday Movie Marathon by Matthew Norman  Carrie Vittitoe:  My Father's Paradise: A Son's Search for His Family's Past by Ariel Sabar   Angel Down by Daniel Kraus  The Millicent Quibb School of Etiquette for Young Ladies of Mad Science by Kate McKinnon  Mary Hopper:  The Black Wolf by Louise Penny  Leave Only Footprints: My Acadia-to-Zion Journey Through Every National Park by Conor Knighton The God of the Woods by Liz Moore  The Moscow Sleepers by Stella Rimington  The Searcher by Tana French  The Hunter by Tana French  Aflame: Learning From Silence by Pico Iyer  Karishma Verma:  The Secret Lives of Booksellers and Librarians: True Stories of the Magic of Reading by James Patterson and Matt Eversman  You Wanna Be on Top?: A Memoir of Makeovers, Manipulation, and Not Becoming America's Next Top Model by Sarah Hartshorne  Just for the Summer by Abby Jimenez  The Housemaid's Secret by Frieda McFadden  The House of My Mother: A Daughter's Quest for Freedom by Shari Franke Alayna Mills:  Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid Flashlight by Susan Choi  We Do Not Part by Han Kang  Last Call at the Local by Sarah Grunder Ruiz  Heart the Lover by Lily King

Cartoonist Beetle Moses, aka Harris Fishman, joins the podcast for my annual Comic of the Year chat, as we talk about his social media-based comic strip Beetle Moses. Fishman discusses the year for Beetle Moses (the comic), figuring things out, his own comics journey, putting in the reps, his art style, the depth of the strip, Beetle Moses' origins, how people reacted to making the move into comics, his big year, the atemporal nature of comic strips, his most well-liked comics, moving into longform, turning Beetle Moses into a business, how his 2026 is looking, and more.

The bombardier beetle defends itself with explosive chemical sprays, a system that could not have evolved step by step. Any incomplete version would be fatal to the beetle. Its design stands as clear evidence of creation by an intelligent Designer. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1232/29?v=20251111

My pal Brandon Burpee returns to the podcast for our annual look at the year in comics before we count down our 20 favorite comics of the year. Burpee discusses the year in comics, the state of the Big Two, where the X-Men are, older comics that might have previous lists, anticipated comics from 2026, ancient Star Wars takes, and more, before we share our honorable mentions from the year in comics and then count down our 20 favorites comics and graphic novels from 2025.

After overcoming a storm of challenges, Old Mr. Beetle practically skitters on a cloud as he makes his way, oh so merrily, to his Wednesday night story time for young bugs on the 25th branch. But when he nears his story time stage, he discovers that the end of the branch has been blocked off. The 26th branch, directly above, is dangling ominously and presents too much of a hazard to allow his story time to proceed. But even more disappointing is the fact that this new obstacle may impact something very important that is coming in three week's time. Listen in to find out whether Mr. Beetle is able to overcome yet another challenge...and come through for his dearest friend. Thank you to DECLAN for the super important reminder message at the beginning! Thank you to the many premium subscribers who supplied sound effects used in this story! Thank you to RYLEE, LUNA, LEVI, ADRIAN, OLIVIA, LINGLING, REUVY, EZRA, ELENORE, FIONA, LOLA, ARIANA, LILY, THEO, ALICE, SAGE, DAVID, JAMES, WREN, JUNI, EMERSON, CEDI, KADEN, KENNA, NELLY, CHARLI, and FIA! Unlock the full Little Stories Library and access Little Stories for Sleep--an exclusive bedtime podcast--with Little Stories Premium! Join or GIFT a subscription at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Recorded live in Charlotte, NC, this Brazilian tale pits a round-rumped, fleet-footed critter against a teeny-tiny insect in a surprisingly high-flying race. Sign up for our monthly newsletter, "The Lion's Roar", here.

Nature filmmaker Tom Mustill travels the globe capturing breathtaking footage of animals while highlighting the work of the world's leading conservationists. But one summer day, on a vacation kayak trip, he comes face to face with nature in a way he never expected. He shares the story of how this rare and terrifying encounter re-sparks his sense of wonder — reminding him to sometimes put down the camera to see the world as it truly is.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.