Podcasts about Biography

Ten questions, ten answers. Matt Burke is back to let me know which artists he'd most like to see open for Tom and the Heartbreakers and he throws a little love Joe Walsh's way while he's at it! His cover song is an interesting choice and he wonders if subconsciously he picked it because it's already happened and we sign off with three VERY good words to describe Tom Petty!Don't forget to check out the new Voyager Golden EP from Have Gun, Will Travel and follow Matt and the boys all over social media! Note: There is a little profanity in this episode as we discuss Tom's punk attitude when he was younger! Related links :Voyager Golden EP at Bandcamp : https://hgwtmusic.bandcamp.com/album/voyager-golden-epHave Gun, Will Travel on Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/hgwtmusic/Learn more about the Voyager missions here : https://science.nasa.gov/mission/voyager/mission-overview/Follow me on social media, like, subscribe, and please, leave a rating if you like the show.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thetompettyprojectBluesky: https://twitter.com/TomPettyProjectInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetompettyprojectYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thetompettyprojectBoneless Podcast Network : https://boneless-catalogue-player.lovable.appThe theme song is provided by my very best friend Randy Woods. Check him out at https://www.randywoodsband.comThe Tom Petty Project is not affiliated with the Tom Petty estate in any way and when you're looking for Tom's music, please visit the official YouTube channel first and go to tompetty.com for official merchandise.A last very special thanks to Paul Zollo. Without his book, "Conversations with Tom Petty", this podcast wouldn't be nearly as much fun to research. And further thanks to Warren Zanes for his outstanding book "Petty, the Biography".Producer: Kevin BrownExecutive Producer: Paul RobertsSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-tom-petty-project. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dolly Parton BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Dolly Parton, the indomitable queen of country at 79, just squashed death rumors with her signature sparkle and sass. On Wednesday, December 24, she posted a lively Instagram video from the Grand Ole Opry recording booth, decked out in full Christmas glam, declaring, "Do I look sick to you? I'm working hard here. I ain't dead yet!" According to AOL reports, this came hours after her sister Frieda sparked panic on Facebook, praying for Dolly who "hasn't been feeling her best lately," though Frieda quickly clarified it was just a minor bug and no cause for alarm. Parton opened up about health hiccups since her husband Carl Dean's death in March—nothing major, she insisted, but enough to prompt treatments near home and the big postponement of her first Las Vegas residency in 32 years. Those six glittering shows at Caesars Palace, originally set for December 2025, are now bumped to September 2026, as confirmed by JamBase, AXS, and Ticketmaster listings.Park buzz hit Dollywood too: Inside the Magic revealed on December 20 that the iconic Dollywood Express steam train shut down indefinitely for unscheduled maintenance amid Smoky Mountain Christmas festivities, a historic ride predating Partons 1986 takeover thats no small biographical footnote for her empire. Meanwhile, her touring musical Dolly Partons Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol is packing houses, with Ticketmaster noting a show today in Lexington, Kentucky, and fresh gigs lined up in Clearwater and Huntsville.Parton also got teary sharing a poignant Christmas memory on Movieguide, recalling giving her grab-bag gift to her self-sacrificing mama back in poor East Tennessee days, vowing to keep that big heart beating. Shes all about family traditions—cookie nights with nieces and nephews on the farm, golf cart joyrides, her lighting up like a sequined Santa. Fans adore her resilience amid these whispers; shell be back dazzling soon, because as she says, God aint through with her yet.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Andrew Humberman BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Andrew Huberman, the Stanford neuroscientist behind the worlds top health podcast, has kept his momentum rolling this holiday week with a blockbuster episode drop that underscores his empire building. On December 22, Huberman Lab released Transform Pain and Trauma Into Creative Expression featuring artist David Choe, a deep dive into turning suffering into art that racked up 89,000 YouTube views in just four days according to Huberman Labs own channel stats, positioning it as a potential evergreen hit for his audience of millions craving mental resilience tools amid seasonal stress.Just days later on December 25, he followed with Essentials How to Optimize Your Hormones for Health and Vitality alongside Dr. Kyle Gillett, tapping into evergreen biohacking buzz as confirmed on the official Huberman Lab site and iHeart listings, a strategic yuletide gift reinforcing his dominance in hormone and longevity science. This duo of releases highlights Hubermans knack for timing content around peak listener vulnerability, with the Choe episode echoing themes from a separate Gray Area podcast clip where similar dark mood philosophy surfaced, though Huberman wasnt directly involved there.No confirmed public appearances or business deals popped in the last few days, but a December 26 clip from an unnamed podcast recirculated Hubermans insights on training regimens that spike testosterone, per Idaho state app logs, sparking fresh social chatter on fitness circuits without new primary posts from him. His Protocols book remains in preorder hype on hubermanlab.com, teasing nervous system rewiring protocols that could cement his biographical legacy as the podcaster who mainstreamed neuroscience. Gossip mills stay quiet on personal drama, all verified intel points to steady podcast propulsion, no scandals or sightings to spice the feed. Word count 312.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Shakira Biography Flash a weekly Biography.Hey darlings, its your AI gossip guru Roxie Rush here for Biography Flash, and being powered by AI means I scour the globe in seconds for the freshest scoops no human could match, keeping you ahead of the glam curve. Shakira, our hips-dont-lie queen, just dropped a bombshell this morning on her Instagram and Facebook, announcing three intimate end-of-2025 shows at Hard Rock Live in Hollywood, Florida December 27, 28, and now 29 due to insane demand, Miami New Times reports. Picture this: after slaying stadiums like her sold-out Hard Rock Stadium gigs in June, shes dialing it down for these cozy 8pm spectacles to cap her epic year lets make it unforgettable, she posted. Tickets? Poised to vanish faster than her exs excuses have your cards ready.Fresh off her Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour wrapping South American legs with record-breaking Mexico City runs pulling 780,000 fans, Shakiras been a production beast. Lighting whiz Dan Norman dished to TPI Magazine how her sleek stadium rig with 202 Elation Proteus Hybrid Max fixtures delivered futuristic beams for Hips Dont Lie and intimate ballad vibes, all snappy and Shakira-approved. Wikipedia confirms the tour rolls on till February 2026 in Mexico City, post-Argentina finales like her December Buenos Aires trio with Angela Torres opening no family Argentina jaunt confirmed lately, though.No fresh social buzz beyond the show drop in the last 24 hours, but her Zootopia 2 track Zoo with Ed Sheeran keeps humming family vibes. Business-wise, shes the top-selling Latin artist ever, with that 2024 album cementing her four-decade Billboard reign. Pure biographical gold: this tour break from seven years away screams comeback legend status.Whew, Roxie signing off thanks for tuning in, gorgeous. Subscribe to never miss a Shakira update, and search Biography Flash for more juicy bios. Muah!And that is it for today. Make sure you hit the subscribe button and never miss an update on Shakira. Thanks for listening. This has been a Quiet Please production."Get the best deals https://amzn.to/42YoQGIThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Ed Sheeran Biography Flash a weekly Biography.Hey darlings, its your girl Roxie Rush here on Biography Flash, and guess what? Im an AI dishing the hottest scoops lightning-fast with zero coffee breaks or bad hair days thats why its pure glam magic every time. Kicking off with Ed Sheeran, our ginger superstar whos owning December 2025 like a boss. Just yesterday, NZCity News dropped the tea that Ed spilled in Mens Health UK about ditching his beer-guzzling ways after becoming a dad to Lyra in 2020 and Jupiter in 2022. He wanted to be a responsible papa, no more pizza-smoker vibes he started running 10Ks during COVID, hit the weights, Pilates, and shed 14 kilos with trainer Matt Kendrick this year to feel superhuman on stage. Times of India backs it up, saying fatherhood flipped the switch from his unhealthy 20s, inspired by Stormzys backstage press-ups. Ed admits he still loves red wine and nice meals, just not daily yum.No major headlines in the last 24 hours, but buzzing from early December ALM Intelligence reports Ed keeping a quiet, strong-marriage presence in Paris amid new album rumors perfect prep for his LOOP Tour kicking off December 1 at Zenith Paris, then Munich, Coventry, Manchester, and Dublin arenas. Jambase and SeatGeek confirm those intimate shows supporting Play, released September 12 hes leveling up from stadiums, darlings. Pastdates logs them as fresh history, with Australia and New Zealand next in January 2026.Socially, he teased fans earlier with a cryptic blue image return after a year off, per Hamara Photos, but hes been low-key since. No fresh public appearances or business bombshells, though Ticketmaster teases possible US dates like Madison Square Garden whispers of magic.Whew, Eds bio just got fitter and fiercer, proving dads can rock harder.Thanks for tuning in, lovelies subscribe to never miss an Ed update, and search Biography Flash for more juicy bios. Muah!And that is it for today. Make sure you hit the subscribe button and never miss an update on Ed Sheeran. Thanks for listening. This has been a Quiet Please production."Get the best deals https://amzn.to/42YoQGIThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Michael Phelps BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Michael Phelps stirred up waves in the swimming world this Christmas week, firing off a pointed Instagram Story on December 24 that slammed USA Swimming's new policy barring international athletes from US Olympic training facilities during the 2028 Olympic year. According to EssentiallySports, the 28 time Olympic medalist questioned CEO Kevin Rings announcement, posting, What are our goals I thrived training all athletes Never discriminated, arguing it could stifle the competitive edge that fueled his dominance by blocking global rivals from US pools. Parade reports fans and coaches echoed his blast, calling the move shortsighted and anti Olympic spirit, amid US mens medal woes at the 2024 Paris Games and 2025 Worlds where foreign swimmers training stateside grabbed podiums.This isnt Phelps first rodeo against the federations leadership hes railed since August on systemic failures, from a letter ignored by USA Swimming and USOPC brass to declaring hed hesitate pushing his four boys Boomer Beckett Maverick and Nico into competitive swimming given the heartache. EssentiallySports quotes him lamenting the US teams medal share drop from 57 percent in Rio 2016 to 44 percent in Paris, pinning it on exec mismanagement not athletes.Shifting to family cheer, Phelps and wife Nicole went Instagram official on their holiday bliss December 26 per Sportskeeda, sharing snaps of the clan amid gifts and a twinkling tree captioned The calm Happy Christmas from the Phelps, a cozy counterpoint to his activism.No fresh public appearances or business deals popped in the last few days older chats like his ELFA convention talk this fall or evergreen endorsements with Under Armour stay quiet. Social buzz fixates on his USA Swimming feud with headlines like Michael Phelps USA Swimming Episode Takes New Turn screaming from EssentiallySports. Phelps positioning as the sports conscience could ripple into 2028 reforms a biographical pivot from pool legend to reformer.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Today's episode is a part of my artist conversation series and is a wonderful chat I had with songwriter for and lead singer of Have Gun, Will Travel. For those of you who were down in Gainesville for the Tom Petty Weekend, you probably say Matt and the guys play their killer set on Sunday afternoon. This one ranges all over the map. We do discuss Tom Petty's influence on Matt's songwriting, but we also talk about the band's fantastic new Voyager Golden EP! We also head into all sorts of interesting side roads leading to Ennio Morricone, Davids Bowie and Gilmour, Mark Knopfler, Carl Sagan, and even Ernest Shackleton! Song and links mentioned in the episode:Voyager Golden EP at Bandcamp : https://hgwtmusic.bandcamp.com/album/voyager-golden-epHave Gun, Will Travel on Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/hgwtmusic/Learn more about the Voyager missions here : https://science.nasa.gov/mission/voyager/mission-overview/Follow me on social media, like, subscribe, and please, leave a rating if you like the show.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thetompettyprojectBluesky: https://twitter.com/TomPettyProjectInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetompettyprojectYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thetompettyprojectBoneless Podcast Network : https://boneless-catalogue-player.lovable.appThe theme song is provided by my very best friend Randy Woods. Check him out at https://www.randywoodsband.comThe Tom Petty Project is not affiliated with the Tom Petty estate in any way and when you're looking for Tom's music, please visit the official YouTube channel first and go to tompetty.com for official merchandise.A last very special thanks to Paul Zollo. Without his book, "Conversations with Tom Petty", this podcast wouldn't be nearly as much fun to research. And further thanks to Warren Zanes for his outstanding book "Petty, the Biography".Producer: Kevin BrownExecutive Producer: Paul RobertsSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-tom-petty-project. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Staffers Sarah, Desirae and Brynne talk about the best books they read the past year. Books mentioned: A Walk in the Park by Kevin Fedarko; The Möbius Book by Catherine Lacey; The Wrong Daughter, One Small Mistake, The Perfect Match and The Wedding Vow by Dandy Smith; All Fours by Miranda July; The Familiar by Leigh Bardugo; and Love, Mom by Iliana Xander.Also mentioned: A Walk in the Woods by Bill Bryson; Wild by Cheryl Strayed; The Grand Canyon: Between River and Rim by Pete McBride; the documentary Into the Canyon; Biography of X by Catherine Lacey; The Last Word by Taylor Adams; author Freida McFadden; Ninth House, Six of Crows and Crooked Kingdom by Leigh Bardugo; Jonathan Strange & Mr. Norrell by Susanna Clarke; and The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern.Check out books, TV shows and movies at countycat.mcfls.org, wplc.overdrive.com, hoopladigital.com and kanopy.com/en/westallis. For more about WAPL, visit westallislibrary.org.Music: Tim Moor via Pixabay

In last week's outro I'd intimated that I hear a strong resemblance between this song and another favourite band of mine, The Kinks. So first of all, just sonically, if it walks like The Kinks and kinda quacks like The Kinks… it's most likely inspired by The Kinks. That super cool key change into that second bridge section owes absolutely as much to the type of sharp left turns that Ray Davies would often write into his songs as it does the Sgt Pepper nod that I gave the song. Growing up in England, there's a nostalgic end-of-the-pier quality to this song that Ray and The Kinks were unparalleled at evoking in a contemporary way.Song and links:You and Me : https://youtu.be/TtETKaTpMg4Tom with George Drakoulias : https://www.instagram.com/reel/DOtLeEfDlli/Rock Court (I am the presiding "Judge"!) : https://shows.acast.com/rock-courtFollow me on social media, like, subscribe, and please, leave a rating if you like the show.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thetompettyprojectBluesky: https://twitter.com/TomPettyProjectInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetompettyprojectYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thetompettyprojectBoneless Podcast Network : https://boneless-catalogue-player.lovable.appThe theme song is provided by my very best friend Randy Woods. Check him out at https://www.randywoodsband.comThe Tom Petty Project is not affiliated with the Tom Petty estate in any way and when you're looking for Tom's music, please visit the official YouTube channel first and go to tompetty.com for official merchandise.A last very special thanks to Paul Zollo. Without his book, "Conversations with Tom Petty", this podcast wouldn't be nearly as much fun to research. And further thanks to Warren Zanes for his outstanding book "Petty, the Biography".Producer: Kevin BrownExecutive Producer: Paul RobertsSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-tom-petty-project. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Justin Bieber BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Justin Bieber and Hailey Bieber stepped out for a rare holiday date night on December 18 in West Hollywood, according to E News, checking out artist Fica Codras festive Christmas tree installation at the Edition Hotel. The 31-year-old Mistletoe singer rocked a distressed red plaid hoodie, black sunglasses and baggy jeans, while Hailey, 29, went all black leather, keeping it casual as new parents to 15-month-old Jack Blues Bieber, born August 2024. E News notes this low-profile outing marks their second Christmas with the tot, echoing Haileys November GQ comment on soaking up his fast-growing moments.No fresh public appearances or business moves pop in the last few days, but Biebers 2025 dominated with surprise albums Swag and Swag II, The Honey POP reports, dropping over 40 tracks that claimed first place in their Music Rewind, blending R&B hits like Yukon, Walking Away, Daisies and emotional Devotion. Wikipedia confirms Swag launched July 10 after global swag billboards, with Swag II following months later, cementing his post-hiatus swagger amid family life and paparazzi beach run-ins. Fans buzz about 2026 Coachella headline and possible world tour, his first big stage since Justice Tour.A Candlelight tribute concert to Bieber hit Eden Roc Miami Beach December 21, Listeso Music Group lists, featuring strings on Sorry, Peaches, Stay and more under glowing lights. Vogue Singapore hails his standing on business vibe as a top 2025 pop moment. No verified social media mentions or deals surface past week, though his net worth hits 300 million per TechnoSuffice, boosted by ventures.Speculation swirls on Twitch streams and SKYLRK fashion drops like slippers, but nothing confirmed recent. Biebers year-long biographical pivot to mature family man and R&B force outshines holiday sparks.Thanks for tuning in, come back next week for more. This has been a Quiet Please production, and for me check out Quiet Please Dot A I.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Justin Bieber BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.This is Biosnap AI. In the past few days, Justin Bieber has been visible less for controversy and more as a legacy act stepping confidently into his veteran era, with a few moves that could matter long term. Entertainment Weekly reports that he made a rare live appearance in Los Angeles, surprising a sold out SoFi Stadium when he joined SZA onstage during her Grand National Tour for a duet of their 2023 collaboration Snooze. The performance, complete with playful onstage chemistry and a dramatic lift lowering them beneath the stage, marked his first stadium appearance since his Coachella 2024 cameo and signaled that he is edging back into big venue performance mode rather than full touring.Biographically, the larger backdrop is that 2025 has effectively been his comeback year as a recording artist. Wikipedia and multiple music outlets note that he released back to back albums Swag and Swag II this year, more than 40 new songs that reasserted him as an R and B leaning pop presence after a semi hiatus. The Honey Pop writes that Justin Bieber took first place this year, framing 2025 as the year he quote dominated with those records and reignited Bieber Fever, a characterization that, while fan driven, reflects the volume of coverage around the dual releases.On the business and image side, recent coverage continues to link him to the broader Bieber brand machine. TechnoSuffice estimates his 2025 net worth around 300 million dollars, attributing it to music, past touring and business ventures, and lifestyle press has repeatedly connected him to fashion and potential future drops from his SKYLRK brand, though some of that product speculation for 2026 remains unconfirmed and should be treated as fan and blogger expectation rather than hard fact. Earlier this year, outlets such as AOL highlighted his public support of wife Hailey after her Rhode beauty line was acquired by e.l.f. Cosmetics in a one billion dollar deal, reinforcing his shift into high profile family man and investor adjacent optics more than tabloid chaos.Culturally, his catalog is being treated as modern pop canon. A candlelight string quartet tribute show in Miami this week built its entire set list around his hits from Baby to Peaches to newer cuts like Daisies and Yukon, a reminder that even on nights when he is not physically present, the Bieber narrative has moved into the legacy tribute phase more commonly reserved for acts a decade older.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Shakira BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.I am Biosnap AI, and over the past few days Shakira has been writing yet another outsized chapter in her already eventful biography. The most consequential development is on the touring front. El Salvador in English reports that after three Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour residency dates in San Salvador for February 2026 sold out in under 24 hours, Shakira responded to an avalanche of fan demand and praise from President Nayib Bukele by adding two more shows, turning a one city stop into a historic Central American residency with real long term symbolic weight for her standing in the region. On social media, Shakira herself thanked El Salvador and Central America and announced the extra dates, a move that reinforces her post breakup narrative of independence, work, and direct connection with Latin audiences rather than relying solely on U.S. or European markets.Closer to the present moment, Ticketmaster and StubHub listings confirm that Shakira is preparing for three Up Close and Personal shows at Hard Rock Live in Hollywood Florida on December 27, 28, and 29, 2025, with Vibee packaging the concerts into premium hotel and VIP experiences. These appearances, framed by Ticketmaster and Ticketmaster's own tour blog as intimate caps to a massive 2025 North American run, look designed to showcase her as both stadium force and high end live brand, a strategy that could shape how her touring era is remembered in future career profiles.There is also a lingering business and image narrative still echoing from late 2024. People magazine reported that Shakira launched a Univision linked contest to give away the purple car she bought for herself after her split from Gerard Pique, tying the giveaway to fans posting dances to her single Soltera on Instagram and TikTok. She described the car as a symbol of her newly single life but emphasized that human connection matters more than material things, using the stunt to underline a storyline of emotional rebirth and fan centric gratitude rather than simple luxury. While gossip outlets continue to spin speculation around her love life and future collaborations, no new romantic relationship or major business deal has been credibly confirmed in the last few days, and the verifiable headlines remain squarely about tickets, tours, and the ongoing transformation of heartbreak into a global live spectacle.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Peso Pluma BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.This is Biosnap AI, and over the past few days Peso Pluma's world has been busy in ways that say a lot about where his career and image are heading. In Los Angeles, LAist reports that fans recently packed YouTube Theater for two sold out nights, a reminder that his corridos tumbados crossover moment is not a phase but an entrenched chapter in U.S. pop culture. Those shows spawned a cascade of fan photos and outfit posts across Instagram and TikTok, with regional Mexican and Latino outlets amplifying clips of him onstage and fans outside the venue, reinforcing his status as a generational touchstone rather than a niche act.On the lighter pop culture side, LAist also covered a Peso Pluma lookalike contest at Echo Park Lake, where dozens turned up in his trademark haircut and streetwear. That story, while playful, underlines something biographically important: he is now an instantly recognizable visual brand, not just a voice on the charts. When your silhouette becomes a contest theme, you have entered the iconography tier.Businesswise, long‑tail coverage of his touring continues to revolve around earlier cancellations tied to security concerns. Outlets such as AOL and other U.S. local media have kept alive the narrative of his decision to cancel shows in Tijuana and several U.S. cities after cartel death threats, treating it as a serious intersection of music, fame, and Mexican security politics. Those are past events, but they keep resurfacing in new explainers and backgrounders, shaping how editors frame him: a star whose rise is shadowed by real‑world risk, not just tabloid drama.On social media, influencer‑tracking platforms like Favikon now routinely cite him as a top‑tier engagement driver in Mexico, and his name appears in analyses of how regional Mexican stars like Luis R Conriquez leverage collaborations and online presence. These are not splashy headlines, but they carry long‑term weight, positioning Peso Pluma as a central node in the digital economy of Latin music.There are scattered gossip‑style posts and fan accounts speculating about new collaborations and relationships, but as of the last few days, no major outlet has verified any new romance or scandal. Those rumors remain unconfirmed and, for now, are just background noise around a star whose real story is still being written onstage and online.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Ed Sheeran BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Ed Sheeran has been making waves with his dramatic health overhaul, dropping 30 pounds and unveiling a ripped physique on the cover of Mens Health UK, as shared on his Instagram around December 18. Sunny 943 reports he credits fatherhood to daughters Lyra and Jupiter for sparking the change, ditching heavy partying for workouts like Pilates, running, and weights to stay resilient on tour and avoid back strains or voice loss onstage. He told the magazine, I want to feel superhuman up there, admitting his 20s were an unhealthy blur despite career highs. Fans flooded his post with love, quipping Im in love with the shape of you and hailing Shred Sheeran, per AOL and Parade coverage from December 20.On the performance front, fan videos on YouTube captured him owning Dublin's 3Arena on December 9 with emotive renditions of Heaven and The Vow, the latter a 10-year vow update to wife Cherry Seaborn where he reflected onstage on evolving love through lifes highs and lows. Earlier, on December 17, 106.7 KMX announced via his Instagram Story a cozy holiday benefit gig, Christmas Carols with Ed and Wheatus, at New Yorks Bowery Mission chapel to aid the homeless, with a waitlist now open for Thursday's show.Business buzz hit December 22 when Charlotte Stories revealed his 2026 LOOP Tour stop at Bank of America Stadium on October 17, touting hits plus tracks from his fresh album Play, infused with Irish folk, Indian classical, and Persian vibes in an intimate stadium setup. This residency-style pivot signals family priorities, as he hinted on a recent podcast about one more big tour before slowing for school years. No fresh social mentions or appearances pop in the last 48 hours, but his lean glow lit up recent Dusseldorf shows too. All verified, no rumors herejust Ed leveling up for the long haul.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Today, Mark Larson fills in for the Sheriff! He talks about some current events in the country and invites Ken Blanchard to the program, an author, business consultant and motivational speaker, to chat about his new Biography hitting the shelves: Catch People Doing Things Right.

On this inspiring episode of the AART Podcast, host Chris Stafford sits down with acclaimed painter and author Kami Mendlik, whose work is celebrated for its vivid portrayal of nature, her masterful study of color, and her ability to capture the ever-shifting qualities of light and movement. Known for her immersive landscapes and her deeply intuitive approach to plein air painting, Kami shares how a lifelong connection to the outdoors has shaped her artistic vision and creative process. She dives into how color theory, environmental observation, and emotional resonance come together in her paintings—and how her recent writing further expands the conversation around art, seeing, and the creative life. This episode offers an intimate look at an artist dedicated to exploring the natural world and translating it into powerful visual storytelling. Whether you're an art enthusiast, painter, creative professional, or simply curious about the intersection of nature and artistic expression, this conversation will leave you inspired to see the world with new attention and appreciation. Tune in for an enriching, thoughtful exploration of color, creativity, and the practice of truly noticing.BIOThe painter and author Kami Mendlik. Kami's art portrays her lifelong passion for exploring nature,  the study of color and her observations of light and movement. Kami was born in Jacksonville, North Carolina in 1973, the oldest of four children. Her mother Heidi Shervheim, was a homemaker who waited tables part time and became a talented quilter. And her father Robert Mendlik is an Army Veteran and former electrician who now spends his time in land conservation.  A a small child the family moved to Minnesota adjacent to her grandparents 450 acre farm where Kami grew up surrounded by nature and agriculture. She says: “The respect that I have for nature and her awesomeness is beyond words. My desire to study and attempt to translate this, is why I paint.”  Kami knew from an early age that she wanted to be a full time artist and her first mentor Mary Pettis guided her towards a career that would ultimately lead her to establishing the St Croix River School of Painting in Stillwater MN in 2008.  Kami is internationally recognized as an artist and teacher winning numerous awards with gallery showings around the country. She is the author of “Color Relativity”, and creator of Planal Fruit. Kami lives with her husband Pete Hayes on 16 acre farm just North of Stillwater, where she converted a 100 year old hip roof barn into her studio. She has a son, Nick and daughter Paige.Kami's links:Website: https://www.kamimendlik.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kamimendlik/Kami's favorite female artists: Kathie Wheeler Julie Davis Kathy Anderson Chula Beauregard Anne Larson Ann Watcher Carole Gray-Weilman Jane Hunt Kim Casebeer Carol Peebles Camille Przewodek (d) Host: Chris StaffordProduced by Hollowell StudiosFollow @theaartpodcast on InstagramAART on FacebookEmail: theaartpodcast@gmail.comkeywords:Kami Mendlik, painter, author, landscape artist, plein air painting, color theory, nature art, light and movement in art, creative process, contemporary artists, AART podcast, Chris Stafford, artist interview, art inspiration, art and nature, visual storytelling, artistic observation, fine art podcast.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/women-unscripted--4769409/support.

On this inspiring episode of the AART Podcast, host Chris Stafford sits down with acclaimed painter and author Kami Mendlik, whose work is celebrated for its vivid portrayal of nature, her masterful study of color, and her ability to capture the ever-shifting qualities of light and movement. Known for her immersive landscapes and her deeply intuitive approach to plein air painting, Kami shares how a lifelong connection to the outdoors has shaped her artistic vision and creative process. She dives into how color theory, environmental observation, and emotional resonance come together in her paintings—and how her recent writing further expands the conversation around art, seeing, and the creative life. This episode offers an intimate look at an artist dedicated to exploring the natural world and translating it into powerful visual storytelling. Whether you're an art enthusiast, painter, creative professional, or simply curious about the intersection of nature and artistic expression, this conversation will leave you inspired to see the world with new attention and appreciation. Tune in for an enriching, thoughtful exploration of color, creativity, and the practice of truly noticing. BIOThe painter and author Kami Mendlik. Kami's art portrays her lifelong passion for exploring nature,  the study of color and her observations of light and movement. Kami was born in Jacksonville, North Carolina in 1973, the oldest of four children. Her mother Heidi Shervheim, was a homemaker who waited tables part time and became a talented quilter. And her father Robert Mendlik is an Army Veteran and former electrician who now spends his time in land conservation.  A a small child the family moved to Minnesota adjacent to her grandparents 450 acre farm where Kami grew up surrounded by nature and agriculture. She says: “The respect that I have for nature and her awesomeness is beyond words. My desire to study and attempt to translate this, is why I paint.”  Kami knew from an early age that she wanted to be a full time artist and her first mentor Mary Pettis guided her towards a career that would ultimately lead her to establishing the St Croix River School of Painting in Stillwater MN in 2008.  Kami is internationally recognized as an artist and teacher winning numerous awards with gallery showings around the country. She is the author of “Color Relativity”, and creator of Planal Fruit. Kami lives with her husband Pete Hayes on 16 acre farm just North of Stillwater, where she converted a 100 year old hip roof barn into her studio. She has a son, Nick and daughter Paige.Kami's links:Website: https://www.kamimendlik.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kamimendlik/ Kami's favorite female artists: Kathie Wheeler Julie Davis Kathy Anderson Chula Beauregard Anne Larson Ann Watcher Carole Gray-Weilman Jane Hunt Kim Casebeer Carol Peebles Camille Przewodek (d) Host: Chris StaffordProduced by Hollowell StudiosFollow @theaartpodcast on InstagramAART on FacebookEmail: theaartpodcast@gmail.comkeywords:Kami Mendlik, painter, author, landscape artist, plein air painting, color theory, nature art, light and movement in art, creative process, contemporary artists, AART podcast, Chris Stafford, artist interview, art inspiration, art and nature, visual storytelling, artistic observation, fine art podcast.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/aart--5814675/support.A Hollowell Studios ProductionInstagram: @theaartpodcast Email: hollowellstudios@gmail.com© Copyright: Chris Stafford | Hollowell StudiosAll Rights Reserved

Explore the new John Candy biography with author Paul Myers. Discover powerful stories of the beloved comedian's true character, integrity, and unforgettable kindness.Episode Resources:Get your copy of "John Candy: A Life in Comedy" by Paul MyersConnect with Paul MyersIn this definitive John Candy biography deep dive, author Paul Myers reveals the untold stories behind one of cinema's most beloved figures. While we all know John Candy for his iconic roles in movies like Planes, Trains, and Automobiles, The Great Outdoors, and Cool Runnings, what was the man behind the laughter truly like? This conversation explores the incredible highs and heartbreaking lows of his life, from his early days in comedy to the secret pain he carried.Paul Myers, author of "John Candy: A Life in Comedy," shares intimate details sourced from those who knew him best. This episode unpacks the complex and admirable John Candy character, a man who stood up for pay equity for his female co-stars on SCTV and famously gave his own star trailer to screen legend Maureen O'Hara on the set of Only the Lonely. We explore his creative genius, tracing his journey from the legendary stages of Second City Toronto, where he honed his improv skills and developed characters like Yosh Shmenge, to his iconic status in Hollywood. The conversation also delves into the complex relationship between SCTV and Saturday Night Live, and how a single piece of advice from Candy inspired a young Mike Myers to pursue comedy.This comprehensive interview with Paul Myers, author and comedy historian, doesn't shy away from the difficult moments. Discover the story behind Candy's infamous conflict on the set of Stripes over the demeaning mud wrestling scene, a moment that highlighted his career-long struggle with body-shaming. We also explore the immense pressure he was under during his time as a co-owner of the John Candy Toronto Argonauts, a dream that ended in heartbreak following a fraud scandal. Finally, learn about the unprecedented and moving tribute from the LAPD, who shut down the 405 freeway for his funeral procession. From his most celebrated John Candy movies to the private battles he faced, this episode paints a complete picture of a comedic genius and a profoundly decent human being, based on the research from this essential John Candy biography.About Our Guest:Paul Myers is an author, musician, and journalist with a deep connection to the world of comedy. As the brother of comedian Mike Myers, he grew up surrounded by the industry and brings a unique, respectful perspective to his work. In this interview, he discusses the meticulous two-year process of interviewing legends like Dan Aykroyd and Martin Short for his definitive John Candy biography, "John Candy: A Life in Comedy."Timestamps:(0:00) Why John Candy's Story Still Matters(2:17) Crafting the Biography & The John Candy Family Documentary(5:38) How John Candy's Advice Launched Mike Myers' Career(14:58) The Rise of Second City Toronto & SCTV(19:18) The Origin of the Hilarious Shmenge Brothers(22:07) Fighting for Equity: John Candy's Stand Against SCTV Producers(24:21) A Noble Act: The Story of John Candy & Maureen O'Hara's Trailer(28:35) The "I Like Me" Scene: Analyzing Planes, Trains & Automobiles(35:51) The Conflict on 'Stripes': Why John Candy Hated the Mud Wrestling Scene(42:56) Johnny Toronto: The Dream and Heartbreak of Owning the Argonauts(47:52) A Final Farewell: The Unprecedented 405 Freeway Tribute

Mr. Beast Biography Flash a weekly Biography.Jimmy Donaldson, the unstoppable force behind MrBeast, made waves at the New York Times DealBook Summit earlier this month, where he and Beast Industries CEO Jeff Housenbold teased a potential IPO that could let his 1.4 billion global viewers snag ownership stakes in the empire. TechCrunch reports Housenbold pitching it as a fan-first move, while Donaldson shrugged off lawsuits from Beast Games contestants alleging set mistreatment, calling it a learning curve for handling 2,000 competitors. Business Insider details how hes shifting YouTube strategy from cash-spectacle stunts to emotional storytelling, longer 25-minute videos, animation drops, and less reliance on his face, admitting fans are numbing to giveaways amid 2024 losses now offset by sponsors.No major headlines in the past 24 hours, but Feastables chocolate outprofits his YouTube channel and Prime Video show per leaked docs cited by TechCrunch, fueling plans for a creator-marketer marketplace, mobile phone launch, financial services, and a Saudi theme park. A UNILAD Tech piece from a day ago notes fans buzzing over Donaldsons warning about AI overtaking YouTube, sparking fears hes sowing digital doom. Ongoing Virtual Dining Concepts lawsuit lingers over MrBeast Burger woes, but Season 2 of Beast Games promises efficiency.Hes vowed ultra grind mode for 2026s greatest content, eyeing micro-dramas and ethical sourcing tie-ins, all while swiping at TikToks brain rot despite dominating there. No fresh public appearances or social posts verified in the last few days, keeping the focus on Beast Industries $5 billion valuation trajectory.Thanks for tuning into this Biography Flash episode on MrBeast. Subscribe to never miss an update, and search Biography Flash for more great biographies.And that is it for today. Make sure you hit the subscribe button and never miss an update on Mr. Beast. Thanks for listening. This has been a Quiet Please production."Get the best deals https://amzn.to/4mMClBvThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Justin Timberlake BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Justin Timberlake has been making headlines this week with health revelations and business moves that could shape his post-tour legacy. On July 31, Romania Insider announced hell headline the 2025 Electric Castle festival in Romania for the first time ever at Banffy Castle near Cluj Napoca from July 16 to 20 performing hits from his catalog including tracks from Everything I Thought It Was a milestone for his global reach. More personally Timberlake revealed on Instagram hes battling Lyme disease calling it relentlessly debilitating with fatigue and nerve pain from his grueling Forget Tomorrow World Tour which wrapped this year after grossing over 205 million dollars according to Finance Monthly. Fox reports his wife Jessica Biel shared support online while AOL says hes now prioritizing health after the shocking diagnosis a candid moment echoing his resilience like past reinventions.Business wise Timberlake backed golf firm 8AM Golf just scooped up 112 acres in Nashvilles Whites Creek for 7.5 million dollars pushing their Bounty Club project to 475 acres total per the Nashville Tennessean. Hes co developing the exclusive 18 hole course designed by King Collins alongside owning stakes in spots like Twelve Thirty Club signaling his empire expansion into luxury leisure. Scottish Sun notes hes partnering with Tiger Woods on T Squared Social a sports bar and cinema in St Andrews Scotland set for late 2025 opening after their New York success.Gossip swirls around his marriage with Radar Online claiming December 21 hes living separate lives from Biel whos posting radiant white pantsuit selfies on Instagram amid divorce rumors. SheFinds and Parade fuel speculation post tour and her Better Sister promo but no confirmation exists these remain unverified whispers in their 13 year union.Social buzz includes a December 22 YouTube short of his Trolls hit Cant Stop the Feeling and a Recording Academy nod saluting producers tied to his work per ProSoundWeb. No fresh public appearances but his Lyme disclosure and golf ventures stand out for long term impact on his brand as the versatile pop icon eyes recovery and new chapters.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Dolly Parton BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Dolly Parton, the indomitable queen of country, has navigated a whirlwind of health hurdles and empire-building triumphs in recent days, proving once again why she's Tennessee's patron saint. Womens Weekly reports her Las Vegas residency, originally slated for this December at Caesars Palace, got pushed to September 2026 due to kidney stone woes that landed her in the hospital back in late September, with her sister Freida pleading for prayers on social media. She echoed that grit on Khloe Kardashians podcast, insisting God aint done with me yet amid grief over husband Carl Deans March passing, vowing to slow down but not quit.Nashville Public Radios WPLN News on December 19 hailed her as Saint Dolly in a year-end recap, spotlighting the Nashville Symphony premiere of her orchestral hits show and the August debut of Dolly the musical at Belmont University. Dollywood, her Smoky Mountain jewel, stunned fans with an unscheduled indefinite closure announced Saturday per Inside the Magic, though the park swiftly broke silence on future plans, teasing a roaring 2026 season with January hiring blitzes to fill hundreds of spots.Stage lights keep shining on her legacy: Ticketmaster lists her Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol packing Greensboro houses on December 17, with WMNF and iHeart confirming sold-out runs through December 22 at Ruth Eckerd Hall. Country Music Hall of Fame spotlights her Journey of a Seeker exhibit running all day December 22, while Concerts50 eyes a cheeky Huntsville Levity Live gig December 28. Sunny 1063 buzzes about her Threads: My Songs in Symphony tour hitting 12 cities in 2026, including Naples.Business never sleeps for this billion-dollar boss. Womens Weekly notes her November Instagram apology video for skipping her own Dollywood Hall of Fame induction on doctors orders, and whispers of frozen Southern comfort foods from her Conagra deal linger from May. No fresh social media flares or public sightings in the last 48 hours, but her symphonic surge and park pivot scream long-term biographical gold, cementing Partons phoenix-like reign at 79.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Andrew Humberman BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Andrew Huberman, the Stanford neuroscientist powering the worlds top health podcast, has been buzzing with podcast drops that blend brain science and raw humanity over the past week. On December 22, Huberman Lab released a gripping three-plus-hour episode with artist David Choe, diving deep into transforming pain and trauma into creative fuel, touching on hope, faith, even Santa Claus, as noted on the official Huberman Lab site. Just days earlier, on December 18, he unveiled a goal-setting hack episode urging listeners to visualize failure for success, highlighted by Apple Podcasts as a bombshell from Huberman Lab Essentials.The real standout came December 17 via PRNewswire, when Huberman guested on Punk Rock Sober, chatting profound topics like fear, gratitude, addiction, and punk rock sobriety with host Tyler Ramsey and his nine-year-old son River. This groundbreaking multigenerational talk, released December 15 and now on YouTube, redefined norms with Hubermans humble insights on bravery as showing up amid fear, landing big with recovery crowds.A niche ripple hit December 19 on YouTube, where SunPowerLEDs Tom Kerber reviewed Hubermans recent two-part interview with Dr. Glen Jeffery on light therapy for brain health, concussions, PTSD, even dementia and Parkinsons, praising its vision-boosting potential. No major public appearances or business moves surfaced, and social media buzz stays steady with fans on Huberman Lab praising his digestible science. Unconfirmed whispers of broader LED therapy expansions linger from that review, but nothing verified. Hubermans quiet dominance in neuroscience chatter continues, no scandals, just science that sticks.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Jo Jo Siwa BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.JoJo Siwa and boyfriend Chris Hughes sparked major engagement buzz in a fresh Tyla interview this week, where they dished on future wedding plans and why no Christmas proposal is coming. Siwa laughed off holiday rings, saying shed drop to one knee herself on May 27, 2032, if Hughes doesnt beat her to it, while teasing her dream baby-blue wedding scheme and playlist control. Pink News reports the pair fueling Christmas engagement rumors with their playful chat, fresh off Siwas Big Brother romance shift from ex Kath Ebbs. This couples glow-up dominates her holiday headlines, hinting at lasting personal milestones amid her pop empire.On the business front, The Traveler buzzes about Siwas massive 2026 Infinity Heart fan cruise announcement, a three-night Royal Caribbean sail from Port Canaveral June 12 to 15 aboard Utopia of the Seas to Nassau and Perfect Day at CocoCay. Packed with exclusive concerts, dance classes, meet-and-greets, bow workshops, and themed parties, its her most immersive fan event yet, with cabins starting around one thousand bucks and suites selling fasta game-changer for Siwanators craving multiday access.No fresh public appearances or social media storms hit verified feeds in the past few days, though her 10.8 million Instagram followers stay glued for updates. Older bios from Tankers International recap her 14 million net worth empire via YouTube, Claire's bows, and Nickelodeon licensing, but nothing new pops. License Global nods her branding juggernaut status without recent drops. Siwa keeps the spotlight humming with romance teases and cruise hype, proving her evolution from kid star to adult icon shows no signs of slowing.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Post Malone BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Post Malone kicked off the holiday spirit with a heartfelt gesture as his Nashville bar Postys teamed up with Jason Aldeans spot to offer free Christmas meals to on-duty uniformed first responders from Tuesday December 23 through Friday December 26. American Songwriter reports he announced it on Instagram saying To the ladies and gentlemen who keep Nashville safe every day wed love to thank you for your service this holiday season a move thats sure to cement his status as a generous hometown hero amid his growing country scene empire.Just days ago on December 21 he made waves with another stage tumble this time leaning too far off the edge at State Farm Stadium in Glendale Arizona during his Big Ass Stadium Tour while toasting a fan with his red Solo cup to Pour Me a Drink. AOL notes he popped right back up to finish the abbreviated show but its a reminder of his recent rib-bruising fall through a stage hole in St. Louis that forced a Boston cancellation and hospitalization though hes powering through with Jelly Roll as support into Europe next year.Looking ahead hes set to headline the Bud Light Super Bowl concert in 2026 teasing new tracks from his stash of 45 unfinished songs to Billboard saying Allegedly a hundred percent maybe definitely keep your ears open a potential game-changer for his evolving sound. Hell also rock Stagecoach Festival in April alongside Brooks and Dunn.Social buzz stays steady with his Instagram at 27 million followers up slightly per HypeAuditor though engagement hovers average at 0.53 percent and hes featured in Sony and AKQA Tokyos 2025 For The Music campaign visuals. Recent India headline show drew raves via Pro AVL Central despite an earlier stair tumble there and hes fresh off a Dallas Cowboys Thanksgiving halftime set honoring late player Marshawn Kneeland. No fresh personal scandals or dad updates but his bar bios and TikTok nods to White Iverson keep him culturally omnipresent.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

A Cultaholic Classic Raw Review Special - Tom Campbell and The Rambunctious Jackie Orlando deep dive into the history of the Classic Review's favourite comedy entrepeneur, the British Bulldog Davey Boy Smith, with a review of the A&E Biography special.CAUTION: The documentary we review contains talk of substance abuse which some people may be uncomfortable with. Listener discretion is advised.GET DAVEY BOY SMITH A STAR ON THE WIGAN WALK OF FAME: https://www.cultaholic.com/posts/davey-boy-smiths-family-involved-in-row-over-honouring-him-in-wigan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nicholas Boggs is the New York Times bestselling author of Baldwin: A Love Story, the first major biography of the iconic figure in more than three decades. He is the recipient of a 2023 Whiting Creative Nonfiction Grant and fellowships from the Leon Levy Center for Biography, the Scholars-in-Residence program at the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, the Gilder Lehrman Center and Beinecke Library at Yale, and the National Endowment for the Humanities, as well as residencies at Yaddo and MacDowell. Most recently he was the 2024-2025 John Hope Franklin Fellow at the National Humanities Center. Born and raised in Washington, D.C., he received his BA from Yale and his PhD from Columbia, both in English, as well as an MFA in Creative Writing from American University. He now resides in New York City. Nicholas joined Barbara DeMarco-Barrett to talk about his path to writing nonfiction, what moved him to write a biography of James Baldwin, how he went about structuring the book, perseverance versus talent, research, how his background in music influences his writing, surprises in writing the Baldwin biography, writing what you don't know, and more.To learn more about Writers on Writing and to become a supporter, visit our Patreon page. For a one-time donation, visit Ko-fi. You will find hundreds of past interviews on our website. You can help out the show and indie bookstores by buying books at our bookstore on bookshop.org. It's stocked with titles by our guest authors, as well as our personal favorites. And on Spotify, you'll find an album's worth of typewriter music like what you hear on the show. It's perfect for writing. Look for the artist, Just My Type. If you'd like to contact us, email writersonwritingpodcast@gmail.com. We love to hear from our listeners! (Recorded on December 19, 2025) Host: Barbara DeMarco-BarrettHost: Marrie StoneMusic: Travis Barrett (Stream his music on Spotify, Apple Music, Etc.)

It's the 21st annual iFanboy All Media Year End Roundup! Conor Kilpatrick, Josh Flanagan, and special guest Ron Richards discuss some of what they enjoyed in media in this, the year that was 2025. Movies, television, music, podcasts, books, and comics — it's all here! Note: Timecodes are subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. Running Time: 02:54:30 Movies:00:02:35 – The Year in Movies00:06:19 – Sinners00:09:45 – One Battle After Another00:12:30 – Superman00:14:43 – Hamnet00:16:39 – Caught Stealing00:19:24 – The Naked Gun00:22:46 – Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery00:26:03 – Lurker00:27:24 – Mickey 1700:28:37 – Train Dreams00:31:26 – Jay Kelly00:34:02 – Blue Moon00:37:36 – Nouvelle Vague00:40:48 – Nuremberg00:44:58 – Weapons Television:00:47:45 – The Year in Television00:49:07 – The Pitt00:50:31 – The Gilded Age00:54:25 – Slow Horses00:57:16 – The Lowdown01:00:28 – The Beast in Me01:03:22 – English Teacher01:05:13 – Andor: A Star Wars Story01:07:32 – Alien: Earth01:11:16 – Paradise01:12:56 – Death By Lightning01:19:47 – The Residence01:21:38 – The Studio01:23:05 – Dept. Q01:25:59 – Dying For Sex01:28:49 – The Conners Music:01:32:54 – “Who Is the Sky?” by David Byrne01:33:34 – Who is the Sky? Tour by David Byrne at Radio City Music Hall in New York, New York01:34:30 – Hamilton: An American Musical at Richard Rodgers Theatre in New York, New York 01:38:22 – Suffs The Musical at Hollywood Pantages Theatre in Los Angeles, California01:39:35 – Pulp Live 2025 by Pulp at Queens Forest Hills Stadium in Forest Hills, New York01:41:51 – “God Save The Gun” by Militarie Gun01:43:08 – “Antidepressants” by Suede01:44:28 – “Alive in the Catacombs” by Queens of the Stone Age01:45:45 – The Catacombs Tour by Queens of the Stone Age at Boch Center Wang Theatre in Boston, Massachusetts01:49:05 – Oasis: Live '25 by Oasis at The Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California01:50:14 – “Yell at Cloud” by PLOSIVS Books:01:51:49 – The Year in Books01:52:20 – “Lorne: The Man Who Invented Saturday Night Live” by Susan Morrison01:55:20 – “Lollapalooza: The Uncensored Story of Alternative Rock's Wildest Festival” by Richard Bienstock & Tom Beaujour01:58:41 – “All Systems Red: The Murderbot Diaries” By Martha Wells02:00:10 – “Gai-Jin: The Epic Novel of the Birth of Modern Japan” by James Clavell02:03:30 – “Perfidia: A Novel” by James Ellroy02:05:16 – “The Ship Beneath the Ice: The Discovery of Shackleton's Endurance” by Mensun Bound02:09:42  – “To Kill a Troubadour: A Mystery of the French Countryside” by Martin Walker02:10:34 – “The Name of This Band is R.E.M.: A Biography” by Peter Ames Carlin02:14:21 – “The Impossible Fortune: A Thursday Murder Club Mystery” by Richard Osman02:15:22 – The Patrick Kenzie and Angela Gennaro Series by Dennis Lehane Podcasts:02:18:34 – “The Town” with Matt Belloni02:20:48 – “Blank Check” with Griffin Newman & David Sims02:23:29 – “The Rest is Entertainment” with Marina Hyde & Richard Osman02:24:54 – “Gone South” with Jed Lipinski02:27:44 – “Mike & Tom Eat Snacks” with Michael Ian Black & Tom Cavanagh02:30:21 – “Fly on the Wall” with Dana Carvey & David Spade02:31:46 – “Nudgecast: The Official Podcast of Nudge Magazine” with Ian Jacoby & Shane Told Comics:02:38:16 – Batman & Robin: Year One02:39:11 – Wonder Woman02:40:29 – Absolute Wonder Woman02:41:19 – Assorted Crisis Events02:43:04 – Daredevil: Cold Day in Hell02:43:43 – Usagi Yojimbo02:44:31 – Fantastic Four02:45:39 – Uncanny Valley02:46:41 – Redcoat02:47:40 – Supergirl More From Ron Richards:• Listen to Android Faithful!• If you're into pinball, check out Scorbit! Brought To You By: iFanboy Patrons  iFanboy T-Shirts and Merch Music:“Mele Kalikimaka [feat. Shannon McGill]”Slowey and The Boats LISTEN TO THE IFANBOY 2025 ALL MEDIA YEAR END PLAYLIST! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Justin Bieber BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Justin Bieber has been making waves in the past week with a mix of family outings, viral social media moments, and fresh music buzz. On December 19, IMDb reports that Bieber and wife Hailey stepped out for a lunch date in West Hollywood, looking cozy amid holiday cheer, while the day before, on December 18, Kendall Jenner joined the couple at a festive holiday party in Brentwood, signaling strong ties in their inner circle. These public appearances carry biographical weight, showcasing Biebers united front post-rumors and their evolving Hollywood family life.Socially, a December 19 Premier Christianity piece highlights Biebers viral list of 10 family values, described as bold and biblical, sparking widespread online debate and shares that underscore his deepening faith influence. Earlier, on December 15, a full Twitch live stream titled "Justin Biebers WERE BACK" lit up platforms, with fans linking to his official YouTube, Instagram at justinbieber, and shop at JustinBieber dot link, hinting at a streaming comeback.Music headlines swirl around persistent rumors from ddcofannualreport.org that hes confirmed as Coachella 2025 headliner, his first dedicated set after surprise cameos in 2024 with Tems and Wizkid, 2022s shirtless Peaches jam with Daniel Caesar, and 2019s emotional Sorry with Ariana Grande. Wikipedia confirms his massive 2025 albums Swag and Swag II, cementing his status as a top-selling artist with over 150 million units sold. No business deals or other major news surfaced this week, though these festival talks could mark a touring renaissance post-Ramsay Hunt hiatus.All verified from reliable outlets; headliner status remains unconfirmed rumor. Thanks for tuning in, come back next week for more. This has been a Quiet Please production, and for me check out Quiet Please Dot A I.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Justin Bieber BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.This is Biosnap AI. In the past few days Justin Bieber has quietly mixed business moves, holiday couple sightings, and renewed speculation about his next career era, creating a low key but telling chapter in his biography.Entertainment outlets including IMDb news and People magazine style affiliates report that Justin and Hailey Bieber have been photographed several times around Los Angeles on holiday outings, from a West Hollywood lunch date to a festive party in Brentwood where they were joined by Kendall Jenner. These public appearances matter mainly because they counter months of recurring tabloid divorce chatter; the images show the couple coordinated, affectionate, and firmly presenting a united front in the most photographed city in the world.Fashion and lifestyle coverage, including AOLs celebrity style desk, has highlighted the pair's contrasting but complementary holiday looks during a recent Los Angeles night out, framing them as a continuing power couple whose streetwear choices still set trends and feed social media mood boards. While fan accounts on Instagram and X have amplified every candid clip, that secondary chatter is derivative and not independently verifiable beyond the reposted paparazzi shots.On the business front, trade outlet SGI Europe reports that Bieber's Skylrk label has just launched Earth Bender, a 3D printed sneaker positioned as a tech driven, sustainability leaning footwear play. That release is arguably the most biographically significant development of the week: it extends his shift from pure pop star to long term brand builder, and places him in the increasingly crowded celebrity sneaker and athleisure space with a product tied to manufacturing innovation rather than just a logo.A year end culture roundup by newsletter writer Trung Phan cites Justin in a widely shared tweet of the year segment, underscoring how his name still functions as instant attention currency in the broader online conversation, even when he is relatively quiet musically.Meanwhile, longer horizon career reporting from outlets like Wikipedia summaries and festival deep dives continues to recycle and update the strong but still unconfirmed rumor that he is in talks to headline Coachella 2025. Those Coachella headlines remain speculative for now; until Goldenvoice or Bieber's camp makes a formal announcement, the story sits in the high potential but not yet verified column of his evolving 2025 narrative.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Cristiano Ronaldo BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Cristiano Ronaldo, the ageless Al-Nassr phenom, is charging toward a packed holiday sprint after nearly a month sidelined, with his eagerly awaited return set for Christmas Eve against Al-Zawraa Sport Club in the AFC Cup, according to beIN Sports. Fans are buzzing over this festive comeback, fueling hopes for Al-Nassr to snap their major title drought as Ronaldo eyes three crucial matches before 2025 wraps, including Saudi Pro League clashes with Al-Okhdood on December 27 and Al-Ettifaq on December 30. Marca reports hes notched 30 goals in 34 games this year, powering Al-Nassrs flawless nine league wins, though a fresh FIFA transfer ban now clouds their January window, as per BeSoccer. Off the pitch, Ronaldo faces a star-studded showdown at the 2025 Globe Soccer Awards in Dubai on December 28, defending his Best Middle East Player crown against ex-Real Madrid mate Karim Benzema, Riyad Mahrez, and others like Salem Al-Dawsari, with Sportskeeda noting his back-to-back Saudi scoring titles, including a record 35 goals last season. The 40-year-old icon flexed his chiseled abs in a steamy sauna selfie on social media Friday, drawing millions of swoons from his 105 million X followers, as AOL and TMZ dished, a timely reminder of his iron discipline ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Business-wise, Ronaldo starred in Saudis latest tourism push on December 17, luring travelers to Red Sea luxe spots like Nujuma Ritz-Carlton and cultural gems in AlUla and Riyadh Season, TravelMole reveals, declaring he came for football but stayed for more. No public appearances yet, but whispers of post-retirement Al-Nassr ties add intrigue to his enduring Riyadh saga. All verified, no rumors herejust CR7 rewriting the script at 40.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Shakira BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.I am Biosnap AI, and over the past few days Shakira's life has been a high gloss blend of historic career moves, revealing interviews, and the kind of tour news that rewrites résumés rather than just feeds timelines. According to IQ Magazine, she has just wrapped the South American leg of her Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour with a finale in Córdoba, Argentina, a milestone that effectively closes one of the most commercially and culturally important chapters of her touring career to date, cementing this era as a centerpiece in any future biography. IQ describes the show as a triumphant capstone, underscoring how she has turned a post breakup reinvention into a global stadium juggernaut. Even as that confetti was being swept up, Central America was already selling out. El Salvador in English and regional outlets report that her newly announced residency at the Jorge Mágico González National Stadium in San Salvador sold out three dates in less than twenty four hours, with roughly eighty two thousand fans expected across February 12, 14, and 15 and hotels and local jobs getting an immediate boost. Ticketmaster and local promoters frame it as a technical and artistic mega production, with advanced staging and AI driven visuals, signaling that Shakira is not just touring but building a scalable live franchise model in key Latin markets. On the North American front, Ticketmaster and the Ticketmaster Blog confirm that Shakira will bring the tour to major U S and Canadian stadiums throughout 2025 before closing the year with three intimate Up Close and Personal shows at Hard Rock Live in Hollywood, Florida, on December 27, 28, and 29, each already being marketed as a high demand event with VIP packages. This string of dates positions her as a year round touring force rather than a one season act. Offstage, Vanity Fair Spain, summarized by outlets like Hola and Marca, has Shakira leaning into candor. She tells the magazine she does not regret her infamous Ferrari for a Twingo lyric aimed at Gerard Piqué, calling it one of the most accomplished lines of her life, and talks about growing up with scarce resources, insisting there were no shortcuts and that discipline is non negotiable a narrative that recasts her current success as hard won rather than lucky. These interviews also highlight a softer recalibration with Piqué, as she publicly credits his discipline as a father even while standing by the songs that dissect their breakup. On social media, her own Instagram has amplified the sold out residency news with teases of new surprises for Central America, and fan accounts have been buzzing about those Vanity Fair quotes and tour finale clips. There are the usual unconfirmed whispers about new music or surprise guests for the residency and Florida shows, but no reputable outlet has verified concrete release dates or collaborations, so for now that remains pure speculation swirling around a star who, by all reliable accounts, is already having one of the most consequential weeks of her late career renaissance.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Peso Pluma BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.I am Biosnap AI, and here is what Peso Pluma has been up to in the past few days, with an eye on what truly matters for his long term story.The headline is simple and huge. Mexican superstar Peso Pluma is about to drop a joint album with corrido hitmaker Tito Double P titled Dinastia, scheduled for release December 25 according to Drop The Spotlight and upcoming release rundowns from music industry sites like Tinnitist. The collaborators have just unveiled the full tracklist, and coverage is already framing Dinastia as a year ending bomb that could redefine the corridos tumbados power structure going into 2026. This is not gossip this is career canon. A major collaborative project between two of the most streamed names in musica mexicana signals that Peso Pluma is doubling down on the genre he helped globalize rather than abandoning it for pure pop.On the live front, LAist reports that earlier this week he sold out two consecutive nights at YouTube Theater in Inglewood, with fans traveling from across California and beyond and treating the shows like a cultural coronation. The coverage emphasizes how his music cuts across generations and how Mexican and Mexican American fans see him as a flag bearer capable of selling out major U.S. venues back to back. That kind of box office and symbolism will be remembered on his résumé long after weekly chart moves fade.In the background of these new wins is a year of intense scrutiny. Outlets like AOL previously chronicled the breakup drama with Nicki Nicole after he was photographed holding hands with another woman at the 2024 Super Bowl, and U.S. press covered his decision to cancel multiple North American dates in cities like Oklahoma City and Tulsa over safety concerns following cartel linked threats. Those stories are not new this week, but they continue to shape every mention of his name as Dinastia approaches, framing him as a star navigating both massive demand and real world danger.On social media, music blogs and style sites are still recycling his now established 2025 haircut as a talking point, but that is minor color next to a sold out LA stand and a blockbuster joint album roll out. Speculation that Dinastia will break streaming records is just that speculation but the setup is undeniable.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Sam Krishnan is back to answer my ten questions! He gives me his "boring answer" (his words!) to the question "Who is your favourite Heartbreaker other than Tom?" and then gives me his deep cut answer. He also surprised me with his answer to which artist he'd like to see cover a Tom Petty song. We chat about Into the Great Wide Open and the production on that album and we basically just fanboy all over Tom, as is our wont! Don't forget to go visit Sam's social media accounts and head over to Bandcamp to pick up is fabulous EP, Voicenotes!RELEVANT LINKSBye Lily on Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/byelilyofficialMy Hero : https://youtu.be/TeFCs0gy3KEVoicenotes EP : https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mdsxl9PR7h0oBcEB_wRJbLDa_5j3s8XmMBuy the EP at Bandcamp : https://byelily.bandcamp.com/album/voicenotesFollow me on social media, like, subscribe, and please, leave a rating if you like the show.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thetompettyprojectBluesky: https://twitter.com/TomPettyProjectInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetompettyprojectYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thetompettyprojectBoneless Podcast Network : https://boneless-catalogue-player.lovable.appThe theme song is provided by my very best friend Randy Woods. Check him out at https://www.randywoodsband.comThe Tom Petty Project is not affiliated with the Tom Petty estate in any way and when you're looking for Tom's music, please visit the official YouTube channel first and go to tompetty.com for official merchandise.A last very special thanks to Paul Zollo. Without his book, "Conversations with Tom Petty", this podcast wouldn't be nearly as much fun to research. And further thanks to Warren Zanes for his outstanding book "Petty, the Biography".Producer: Kevin BrownExecutive Producer: Paul RobertsSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-tom-petty-project. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mr. Beast Biography Flash a weekly Biography.Jimmy Donaldson, better known as MrBeast, made waves just weeks ago with a candid appearance at the New York Times DealBook Summit on December 3, where he dissected his sprawling empire alongside Beast Industries CEO Jeff Housenbold. According to the New York Times video transcript, Donaldson admitted newer YouTube videos havent hit the mark, vowing to refocus on gripping stories over spectacles amid a packed schedule of 27-to-28-day shoots. He revealed working every day, even holidays—if it ends in Y, its a workday—while his fiancée knew what she signed up for.Housenbold dished on Beast Industries three-pronged empire: media, now half the revenue with YouTube anchoring, TikTok shorts, Instagram, Beast Games season two dropping in January, fresh animation channels, and plans to diversify beyond Donaldsons face using replicable viral concepts. Consumer products shine with Feastables as the worlds largest ethically sourced chocolate brand, top-selling MrBeast Labs action figures, Lunchly snacks, Jack Links beef jerky collab, plus upcoming Beast Mobile phone service and a financial literacy platform. Philanthropy weaves through it all, from Kenya projects to making kindness viral for Gen Z and Alpha.They eyed a future IPO to let 1.4 billion unique viewers in 90 days own shares, boasting one billion global followers—70 percent outside North America—and Beast Games as the top show in 80 countries after building a contestant city. Donaldson stressed role-model vibes, skipping vice for positive inspo, while addressing lawsuits quietly post-season one.No major headlines in the past 24 hours, but this summit chatter underscores long-term shifts: scaling IP, global dominance, and blending profit with purpose amid legal hiccups—all verified, no speculation here.Thanks for tuning into this MrBeast episode of the podcast. Subscribe to never miss an update on MrBeast and search Biography Flash for more great biographies.And that is it for today. Make sure you hit the subscribe button and never miss an update on Mr. Beast. Thanks for listening. This has been a Quiet Please production."Get the best deals https://amzn.to/4mMClBvThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Dolly Parton BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Dolly Parton, the indomitable queen of country, has been making waves even amid whispers of health woes, as Nashville Public Radio recapped her whirlwind 2025 on December 19, calling it an especially active year capped by her husband Carl Deans passing in March, a health scare postponing her Las Vegas residency this month, and triumphs like the Nashville Symphony premiere of her orchestral hits show and the debut of Dolly the musical. MusicRow reports shes expanding her hit multimedia symphonic experience, Threads My Songs in Symphony, to 12 new US cities in 2026 with 27 performances, partnering with top orchestras like the Phoenix Symphony on March 28 and Naples Philharmonic in April, following sold-out runs with the Cleveland Orchestra and others. Despite AOL claiming bad news for fans over her beloved Dollywood amid a weakened state, shes reportedly back at the helm of her 650 million empire. Whiskey Riff quotes her reflecting on nearing 80, saying her only goal now is to lift people up and glorify God, while pausing Vegas prep because she didnt feel energetic enough but vowing a comeback. Google crowned her duet with Sabrina Carpenter on a cleaned-up Please Please Pleaseher refusing to cuss or mock faithas the top 2025 Breakout Search, Parade notes, blending her country twang with the pop stars espresso vibe in a Thelma and Louise inspired video that broke the internet and thrilled generations. No fresh public appearances or social media mentions popped in the last few days, though her Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol tours play on, like December 21 in The Villages, Florida per Concerts50, and tributes echo her November 18 Dollywood induction into the International Theme Park Hall of Fame. Partons legacy keeps building, health hurdles be damnedthats our Saint Dolly for you.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Justin Timberlake BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Justin Timberlake has kept a low profile publicly in the past few days, but whispers of marital strain with Jessica Biel are heating up Hollywood gossip circles. Deuxmoi reports a quiet shift behind the scenes as of December 13, with sources citing an alleged recent incident sparking emotional tension and added stress on Justin, though no breakup is confirmed and the couple has navigated worse before. AOL dishes exclusively on divorce fears erupting, claiming the pair are leading increasingly separate lives amid clashing Hollywood careers, while another AOL piece paints Justin as heartbroken over Britney Spears turmoil tied to Kevin Federlines sleazy memoir, saying seeing her suffer makes him sad. On the music front, B1039 revisited his explosive December 19, 2024, tour stop in St. Louis on yesterdays This Day in Top 40 History feature, hyping hits like Cry Me a River and Selfish from his Everything I Thought It Was album. Business never sleeps for JT: Nashville Tennessean notes his backed 8AM Golf firm just snapped up 112 acres for 7.5 million this week, expanding the exclusive Bounty Club course near Music City to 475 acres total, cementing his real estate swagger. No fresh public appearances or verified social media posts popped in the last few days, but a YouTube short of SexyBack racked likes on December 20, and Vegas ticket sites hype phantom JT shows that seem like mix-ups. Bigger picture, Sortiraparis touts his locked-in Lollapalooza Paris headline on July 20, 2025, alongside David Guetta, while The Scottish Sun buzzes his Tiger Woods sports bar collab T-Squared Social eyeing a late 2025 Scotland debut. Finance Monthly pegs his 2025 net worth at 250 to 400 million from tours, catalog sales, and ventures like Sauza tequila. Amid the drama, hes staying mum, letting rumors simmer as his empire chugs on. Word count: 378Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Join Tweety-Pie as she journeys back to the night the Wisemen laid their gifts and meet the little maiden. Enjoy this special Christmas Junior Tutor Biblical Alert Podcast. #ChristmasThe Voice in the Wilderness does not endorse any link or other material found at buzzsprout.More at https://www.thevoiceinthewilderness.org/

Andrew Humberman BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Andrew Huberman, the Stanford neuroscientist behind the worlds top health podcast, dropped a bombshell episode on December 18 with his Huberman Lab Essentials series titled How to Set and Achieve Goals, breaking down dopamine driven motivation, visualization tricks like picturing failure to boost focus, and a space time bridging protocol for long range wins, as detailed on hubermanlab.com and YouTube. The Malaysian Reserve hailed it as groundbreaking, while Mens Journal spotlighted his three minute visual focus drill to hack your brain for success on December 19. Buzz exploded further with PR Newswire and WV News reporting on December 17 and 18 about his Punk Rock Sober podcast chat with a nine year old kid, a rare multigenerational deep dive that redefined norms in a sea of expert only talks, potentially marking a fresh biographical pivot toward accessible youth education. No public appearances or business deals surfaced in the last few days, but his upcoming Protocols book preorder dominates the Huberman Lab site, promising nervous system rewiring tools amid glowing fan testimonials calling him Nobel worthy. Social media hummed with newsletter signups topping one million subscribers and iHeart podcast charts, though unconfirmed whispers of a December 16 YouTube review on light exposure linger without direct Huberman involvement. Older drops like the December 15 mitochondria chat with Dr. Martin Picard fade against these goal setting hits, underscoring his grip on everyday neuroscience that could shape bios forever.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Today's episode is another bonus artist conversation that I had with a young French songwriter who's currently based in England, performing under the name “Bye Lily”. Sam Krishnan started out thinking he was probably going to become a rapper, but through a circuitous route, that we discuss, found his way around to Tom Petty, the guitar, and a very contemporary spin on indie folk music. Sam's debut EP, Voicenotes, features a tribute song to Tom which includes a blazing guitar solo from Jake Thistle. We chatted for a good couple of hours and the first part of this conversation is what you'll be listening to today and as always, I've split out his answers to my ten questions which will drop tomorrow!Song and links mentioned in the episode:My Hero : https://youtu.be/TeFCs0gy3KEVoicenotes EP : https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mdsxl9PR7h0oBcEB_wRJbLDa_5j3s8XmMBuy the EP at Bandcamp : https://byelily.bandcamp.com/album/voicenotesFollow me on social media, like, subscribe, and please, leave a rating if you like the show.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thetompettyprojectBluesky: https://twitter.com/TomPettyProjectInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetompettyprojectYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thetompettyprojectBoneless Podcast Network : https://boneless-catalogue-player.lovable.appThe theme song is provided by my very best friend Randy Woods. Check him out at https://www.randywoodsband.comThe Tom Petty Project is not affiliated with the Tom Petty estate in any way and when you're looking for Tom's music, please visit the official YouTube channel first and go to tompetty.com for official merchandise.A last very special thanks to Paul Zollo. Without his book, "Conversations with Tom Petty", this podcast wouldn't be nearly as much fun to research. And further thanks to Warren Zanes for his outstanding book "Petty, the Biography".Producer: Kevin BrownExecutive Producer: Paul RobertsSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-tom-petty-project. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The boys continue their discussion of Walter Isaacson's "Elon Musk." This is the part where Elon loses his mind. Where to find us: Our PatreonOur merch!Peter's newsletterPeter's other podcast, 5-4Mike's other podcast, Maintenance PhaseSources:From self-proclaimed ‘socialist' to Team Trump and DeSantis: Elon Musk's curious politics revealed  The Quiet Political Rise of David Sacks, Silicon Valley's Prophet of Urban DoomElon Musk biographer admits suggestion SpaceX head blocked Ukraine drone attack was wrong Elon Musk's Daughter on Dad's Biography: 'Sad Excuse for a Puff Piece'Character LimitTwitter fulfilling more government censorship requests under Musk Elon Musk booed for nearly 5 minutes straight at Dave Chappelle show in San Francisco New CNN Chief Trying to Please GOP Elite Research finds more than 14 million preventable deaths by 2030 if USAID defunding continues, including more than 4 million children under fiveWhat the data says about Social Security Trump Administration, DOGE Activities Risk SSA Operations and Security of Personal DataThanks to Mindseye for our theme song!

You and Me is another “Little song”, if we use Ivan Anderson's brilliant concept of what that means. It doesn't shoot for the moon, doesn't explore nuanced or clever or grand themes. It's a singular expression of companionship and love with a healthy dose of insecurity to humanize it. It's a simple arrangement with some beautiful piano work and a very cool bass part that moves around that brisk backbeat in a lively fashion.Song and links:You and Me : https://youtu.be/RrdKLxtw2Fo=38 Years Old (The Tragically Hip) : https://youtu.be/ICHPKx6KJSMI Want You (Bob Dylan) : https://youtu.be/-iIS6ZZ9RVASchool of Hip : https://shows.acast.com/school-of-hipFollow me on social media, like, subscribe, and please, leave a rating if you like the show.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thetompettyprojectBluesky: https://twitter.com/TomPettyProjectInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetompettyprojectYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thetompettyprojectBoneless Podcast Network : https://boneless-catalogue-player.lovable.appThe theme song is provided by my very best friend Randy Woods. Check him out at https://www.randywoodsband.comThe Tom Petty Project is not affiliated with the Tom Petty estate in any way and when you're looking for Tom's music, please visit the official YouTube channel first and go to tompetty.com for official merchandise.A last very special thanks to Paul Zollo. Without his book, "Conversations with Tom Petty", this podcast wouldn't be nearly as much fun to research. And further thanks to Warren Zanes for his outstanding book "Petty, the Biography".Producer: Kevin BrownExecutive Producer: Paul RobertsSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-tom-petty-project. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

IntroductionAs we prepare to enter 2026, what are the kosher-certified vermouth products currently on the market? While I had previously published a list of kosher-certified vermouths, that was nearly four years ago, which has brought some changes in the market. Having spoken with the producers of Hajdu vermouth and Lovatelli vermouths at the past two Kosher Food and Wine Experiences, as well as the producer of Promised Land Beverage's vermouths for episode #96, what is currently available? To help guide us through the current offerings is Mendy Mark, who previously appeared on episode #74 and episode #78.Biography of GuestMendy Mark is a New Jersey–based professional who has served as the manager for FillerUp Kosher Wines, one of the region's leading kosher wine and spirits retailers, for the past 8 years. With years of experience in the beverage industry, he has developed a deep expertise in kosher wines, boutique producers, and the growing market for premium Israeli vintages. His work combines operational leadership with a passion for customer education, often guiding consumers toward thoughtful and halakhically sound selections. Mendy has played an instrumental role in helping FillerUp become a destination for both casual buyers and connoisseurs seeking quality kosher wines.He is recognized for his personable approach and commitment to building relationships within New Jersey's Jewish and culinary communities. Beyond his professional work, he actively supports events and tastings that celebrate Jewish culture and fine beverages. His leadership reflects a balance of tradition and innovation, blending respect for halakhic standards with contemporary tastes and trends. Through his efforts, Mendy Mark continues to elevate the profile of kosher wine appreciation across the tri-state area.Time Stamps0:00 Welcome0:35 Introduction to guest2:42 Introduction to topic3:35 The end of Kedem vermouths6:56 The expansion of options in the past 4-5 years in kosher-certified vermouths9:35 Lovatelli vermouths17:30 Considering vermouths for cocktails20:30 Martini & Rossi special runs of kosher-certified vermouths23:36 Hajdu vermouth & Dalton vermouth27:01 Twin Suns vermouths31:12 Yzaguirre vermouth32:53 Further obituary for Kedem vermouths33:27 Q&A47:19 Wrapping-up47:59 Thank you & L'chaim! Support the showThank you for listening!If you have any questions, suggestions, or more, feel free to reach out at Drew@JewishDrinking.coml'chaim!

Justin Bieber BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.I am Biosnap AI, and Justin Bieber's past few days have been a tightly packed snapshot of a 31 year old star in the middle of a serious, and likely lasting, comeback. Marca and Geo TV both report that Bieber quietly turned his nostalgia into news by revisiting the original Baby video locations at Universal CityWalk and the Lucky Strike Lanes bowling alley in Los Angeles, filming himself walking the same corridors and softly singing the chorus a cappella while a friend beatboxed. According to both outlets, the Instagram clip landed as more than fan service, symbolically tying his 2010 breakout to his 2025 resurgence around his new album Swag, which debuted at number two but delivered the biggest streaming opening of his career, underlining that his core audience has matured with him rather than disappeared. Wikipedia's current Justin Bieber entry confirms Swag as his seventh studio album and frames it as the formal end of his long post Justice slowdown and touring cancellations driven by health concerns, giving this week's Baby set return clear long term biographical weight as a public declaration that he sees his story as entering a second major act rather than fading out. In his personal life, Just Jared reports that Justin and Hailey Bieber were photographed arriving together at Voda Spa in West Hollywood for an afternoon pampering session, with Justin dressed down in sweats and a hoodie, a small but visible reminder that, for now, their marriage and young family remain intact amid recurring social media speculation about tension and baby plans; those baby rumors are currently fueled by YouTube commentary videos that are opinion based and not backed by any primary reporting, so they should be treated as unconfirmed chatter rather than fact. Around the edges of Bieberworld, his name continues to power the secondary market, with SeatGeek listings for a Justin Bieber Night fan event in Honolulu and Ticketmaster promoting a Justin Bieber Night presented by Stan Society, plus a Candlelight tribute concert and a themed sip and paint brunch built around his catalog, all of which show promoters still betting that Bieber's music and brand can fill rooms even when he is not physically present.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Justin Bieber BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Justin Bieber is riding high on his 2025 music comeback, marked by the release of his album Swag, which debuted at number two on the charts and delivered his biggest streaming debut ever, according to Geo TV and MARCA reports from December 13. Fans lit up social media when Bieber shared an Instagram video revisiting the Los Angeles spots—Universal CityWalk and Lucky Strike Lanes bowling alley—where he filmed his breakout 2010 hit Baby over a decade ago. Dressed casually, the 31-year-old softly sang the chorus a cappella with a friend beatboxing, a full-circle moment signaling renewed momentum after years sidelined by health issues and the canceled Justice tour, as detailed in those outlets.Just yesterday, on December 16, Bieber and wife Hailey stepped out for a pampering date at Voda Spa in West Hollywood, looking relaxed with their one-year-old son Jack at home, per IMDb and Just Jared. Hailey rocked a black coat over a white crop top and jeans, while Justin opted for a cozy hoodie, sweats, slippers, and camo beanie. No major public appearances or business deals popped in the last few days, though tribute events like Justin Bieber Night in Honolulu on December 12 via SeatGeek and a Candlelight concert in New York on December 18 via Concerts50 keep his name buzzing. Older news, like his 2023 Hipgnosis catalogue sale worth over 200 million dollars per Wikipedia, underscores his enduring value, but nothing fresh there.Speculation swirls online, including unverified YouTube claims of Hailey pushing for baby number two amid team pushback, but thats gossip without reliable backing. Biebers Swag resurgence could redefine his legacy, proving the pop icon, once doubted, is evolving on his terms.Thanks for tuning in, come back next week for more. This has been a Quiet Please production, and for me check out Quiet Please Dot A I.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Mr. Beast Biography Flash a weekly Biography.In the past few days Jimmy Donaldson, better known as Mr Beast, has been in that rare zone where every move is both a business story and a pop culture moment, and the biggest development is his quiet but very real pivot from superstar creator to would be financial and telecom mogul. At The New York Times DealBook Summit, in an onstage interview now posted on the Times YouTube channel, Donaldson and Beast Industries CEO Jeff Housenbold laid out plans for a new mobile phone service called Beast Mobile, positioned as a creator branded wireless carrier that leans on his more than 450 million YouTube subscribers. Housenbold said the company is also building a MrBeast Financial platform, with a trademark filing describing a banking and crypto enabled app, and he framed it as financial literacy plus access to services rather than just another sponsorship deal, a move that Business Insider reports would make him one of the first major creators to enter consumer finance at this scale. TechCrunch and Entrepreneur both highlight that these products sit inside Beast Industries, the holding company recently valued around 5 billion dollars, with Feastables chocolate still its most profitable line, and Housenbold openly floated the idea of a future IPO so that fans could own a slice of the empire, an idea echoed in coverage by TechCrunch and Unilad as a potential creator led public listing. Those DealBook remarks doubled as a rare long form public appearance, where Donaldson acknowledged that some recent YouTube uploads have not met his own standards and pledged to refocus on “great stories,” even as he juggles Beast Games on Amazon, an animation push, a creator brand marketplace and physical consumer products from toys to snacks. He also addressed the lawsuits from MrBeast Burger partner Virtual Dining Concepts and from a small group of Beast Games contestants; in the Times interview he characterized the show disputes as an inevitable risk when nearly 2,000 people compete, saying some people sue to “try to make money,” while Housenbold insisted the team is learning and that season two, due early next year, will be “a lot better.” There is online speculation, amplified by fan social media and tabloid style sites, that Beast Mobile and MrBeast Financial could evolve into a full scale “MrBeast bank” or that an IPO is imminent, but as of now reputable outlets like Business Insider and TechCrunch report only early stage plans and trademark groundwork rather than a firm launch date or listing timetable. Thanks for listening, and be sure to subscribe so you never miss an update on Mr Beast. To keep going deeper on the people shaping our world, search the term Biography Flash for more great biographies.And that is it for today. Make sure you hit the subscribe button and never miss an update on Mr. Beast. Thanks for listening. This has been a Quiet Please production."Get the best deals https://amzn.to/4mMClBvThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

This week author Matthew Davis drops in to talk about the complex history and significance of Mount Rushmore, including its ties to the Lakota people, the role of Gutzon Borglum, and the evolving meaning of the monument in contemporary society. We also dig in on the misconceptions surrounding Rushmore, the importance of indigenous perspectives, and the future of the site in terms of stewardship and representation.About our guest:Matthew Davis is a writer who lives in Washington, D.C. He is the author of When Things Get Dark: A Mongolian Winter's Tale and the founder of the Cheuse Center for International Writers at George Mason University. His new book, A Biography of a Mountain: The Making and Meaning of Mount Rushmore, is available everywhere.

آدری هپبورن فقط یک ستاره سینما نبود؛ او تصویری از ظرافت، سکوت و اندوهی پنهان بود که پشت لبخندش زندگی می‌کرد.دختری که از دل جنگ و گرسنگی، به نماد زیبایی قرن بیستم تبدیل شد، اما هرگز از زخم‌هایش جدا نشد.در این اپیزود، پشت چهره افسانه‌ای آدری را کنار می‌زنیم؛ جایی که شهرت، تنهایی، عشق‌های ناتمام و انسان‌دوستی به هم گره خورده‌اند.داستان زنی که دنیا عاشقش شد، اما خودش همیشه در جست‌وجوی آرامش بود.✨-------------------------------------------------اگه دوست داری از بیوگرافی حمایت مالی بکنی چه داخل ایران باشی چه خارج از ایران، میتونی از این لینک استفاده کنیازت ممنونم

Shine is back to answer my Ten Questions! She draws a brilliant parallel from Fault Lines to big band music, we ruminate on the brilliance of Mike Campbell and Shine shares her experience of being side stage during Speaker Wars' performance at least year's Tom Petty Weekend in Gainesville!Song and links:Shine's Insta : https://www.instagram.com/shineandtheshakers/On Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/ShineandtheShakersWoman's Plight : https://www.instagram.com/reel/DRNRn4ej4Bc/* Image generously provided by Shawn Murphy of the Tom Petty Trail: https://tompettytrail.com/Follow me on social media, like, subscribe, and please, leave a rating if you like the show.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thetompettyprojectBluesky: https://twitter.com/TomPettyProjectInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetompettyprojectYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thetompettyprojectBoneless Podcast Network : https://boneless-catalogue-player.lovable.appThe theme song is provided by my very best friend Randy Woods. Check him out at https://www.randywoodsband.comThe Tom Petty Project is not affiliated with the Tom Petty estate in any way and when you're looking for Tom's music, please visit the official YouTube channel first and go to tompetty.com for official merchandise.A last very special thanks to Paul Zollo. Without his book, "Conversations with Tom Petty", this podcast wouldn't be nearly as much fun to research. And further thanks to Warren Zanes for his outstanding book "Petty, the Biography".Producer: Kevin BrownExecutive Producer: Paul RobertsSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-tom-petty-project. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“Gratitude is contagious. It's something that becomes more powerful as you express it. It reminds me of how fortunate I've been — and through that privilege I feel I owe to do what I can for others.”John Pepper, P&G's former Chairman and CEO, needs no introduction. John has played many roles in business, community, service, and the lives of countless people. He returns to our podcast to discuss his new book, "100 Books That Shaped My Life: Reflections on a Lifetime of Reading, " which might just be the perfect gift this holiday season, for yourself or for anyone in your life who loves a good read."100 Books That Shaped My Life" is no mere book list — it is a life story told through the books that walked alongside John: as a husband, father, leader, citizen, and as someone thinking deeply about what matters most in the time we're given. These are the books that shaped John's understanding of history, democracy, gratitude, and hope — especially in the most recent chapters of his life.Moving from Values, to Biographies, Philosophy, U.S. and Global History, Memoirs, Novels, and Personal Essays, 100 Books That Shaped My Life mirrors something true about John himself: a leader shaped not by one discipline, but by a lifelong curiosity across every discipline. In our conversation, John reflects on how a lifetime of reading helped him better live a lifetime — deepening his understanding of friendship, love, loss, courage, service, and the quiet beauty of everyday life.John's literary influences range from novelists like John Steinbeck, Oliver Sacks, Wallace Stegner, Marilynne Robinson, George Orwell, and Tolstoy, to memoirists such as Frederick Douglass, Katharine Graham, James Reston, and Michelle Obama, to historians and biographers including David Blight, Jon Meacham, Doris Kearns Goodwin, Jill Lepore, and so many others. Woven through all of it is a deeply human narrative — his love for his late wife, Francie; his reflections on aging, family, and purpose; the leaders who shaped him; the lessons hard-won; and the quiet moments that stayed with him.As Bob Iger put it, “Whether you're an executive or simply someone who loves reading and learning, you will find great value and wisdom in this book.” And we couldn't agree more. For anyone who enjoys learning from lived experience, this conversation — and this book — make a wonderful companion. It might even inspire you to reflect on everything you've read and learned along the way. Be sure to check out John Pepper's "100 Books That Shaped My Life" wherever you get your favorite books.bookshop.org/p/books/100-books-that-shaped-my-life-reflections-on-a-lifetime-of-reading/23a8c953e3dfd1e5amazon.com/gp/product/B0FXQPHQPK

PREVIEW — Professor Claire Jackson — James I and the "Mirror of Great Britain" Symbolic Jewel. Professor Jackson discusses her historical biography of King James I and the "Mirror of Great Britain," a symbolic composite jewel representing the political and cultural union of Scotland and England under unified monarchical authority. Jacksondetails that this distinctive gem contains precious stones from both Scottish and English royal collections, physically embodying the sovereignty integration and dynastic consolidation achieved through the Stuarts. Jackson documents that this symbolic jewel was subsequently sold and systematically dismantled by James I's son Charles during the English Civil Wars, representing the fragmentation of the Stuart vision for consolidated British monarchy and the political dissolution catalyzed by civil conflict and parliamentary assertion against royal prerogative.