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Washington Wednesday on Trump's most significant achievement, World Tour on Prime Minister Mark Carney's political leverage, and digitizing New Testament manuscripts. Plus, Cal Thomas on unconventional alternatives for Los Angeles voters, a misnamed Bluetooth speaker, and the Wednesday morning newsSupport The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donateAdditional support comes from And from Dordt University, host of the upcoming At Work in the Garden conference, celebrating God's good design of work. Dordt.edu/gardenFrom Pensacola Theological Seminary... Preparing students to preach God's Word. go.pcci.edu/startseminaryAnd from rom Ambassadors Impact Network, a group of Christian investors funding companies that share the gospel through business. More at ambassadorsimpact.comnonprofit investor group that has helped investor members deploy over $26 million into more than 60 companies since 2018. The network seeks growth-stage businesses led by Christians who tangibly show and share the gospel. If you know an investor interested in faith-aligned private company opportunities, encourage them to explore membership at ambassadorsimpact.com

Sarah shares her mysterious beep saga, guy gets banned for life from Six Flags for eating chicken nuggets on a rollercoaster, viral graduation split - and more. Join us on Patreon for more of the inner sanctum with Sarah and Mary: Old school recipes, “The Shocker” list, Bluetooth airline drama, excavating under the influence - and more.   Subscribe, Follow, Like, and Review, Wherever you get your podcasts. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, & Facebook.   Get RUMP Merch here: https://areyoumypodcast.bigcartel.com/   Visit hero.co and use code MYPODCAST for 10% off your order. Visit Jonesroadbeauty.com and use code MYPODCAST to receive a FREE full sized Mascara with your first purchase. Visit bioptimizers.com/mypodcast and use code MYPODCAST for 15% off your order and a free bottle of Masszymes - BiOptimizers' best-selling digestive enzyme. Visit Laundrysauce.com/mypodcast and use code MYPODCAST for 20% off your order.   sarahcolonna.commaryradzinski.com      Sarah's merchMary's merch   © 2020-2022 Are You My Podcast?

Utah's closed fire season is officially here with above-normal wildfire risk statewide. A loyal customer steps up big for Sandy's Crown Burgers after a fire setback, and Volaris launches new direct flights from SLC to Guadalajara. Then — a lost cockatiel, how pigeons navigate with their liver, and Utah schools rolling out Google's Gemini AI for 680,000 students. Elon Musk is about to become the world's first trillionaire — but can his money buy friendship? Gen Z might be saving movie theaters, two major cancer drug breakthroughs are giving new hope, and we can't forget the travel chaos: a business-class malfunction and a Bluetooth speaker name that turned a United flight around.   Stream KSL NewsRadio LIVE: kslnewsradio.com/listen Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KSLBrightside Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KSLBrightside Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/KSL_Brightside TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ksl.brightside

(June 02, 2026) KTLA & KFI tech reporter Rich DeMuro joins the show for ‘Tech Tuesday.’ Today, Rich talks about Amazon moving Prime Day up, hackers tricking Meta’s AI support, United flight having to turn around because of a Bluetooth device, and Google’s NEW FitBit Air. 52% of professionals have regrets about their college degree. Inside the retreat to teach rich kids how not to blow their inheritance.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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KTLA & KFI tech reporter Rich DeMuro joins the show for ‘Tech Tuesday.’ Today, Rich talks about Amazon moving Prime Day up, hackers tricking Meta’s AI support, United flight having to turn around because of a Bluetooth device, and Google’s NEW FitBit Air.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Gary & Shannon Show Hour 1 (06.01) – Gary & Shannon begin the week with an update on Amy King’s increasingly dramatic finch family saga, including the night Amy became convinced she had accidentally killed the baby birds. Meanwhile, Gary discovers he may actually be a Disney prince after a close encounter with two hummingbirds. Plus: the latest on Iran negotiations, a tragic domestic violence case in Oregon, Gary’s unfinished fence project, Google’s plan to release millions of mosquitoes into California, and a Terror in the Skies story involving a passenger whose Bluetooth device name turned an international flight into a security nightmare.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“June is bustin' out all over.” Pretty soon, school will be out, and Upper Darby Summer Stage will launch Season 51 with a temporary home base and new programs such as Second Act Cabaret and Senior Stage. This podcast begins its fifth season, and my 101st episode features Dan Luner. Dan joined Summer Stage in 2005 as an apprentice and moved up the ranks of Children's Theatre and Main Stage. He also became a staff member. He graduated from Upper Darby High School and Cabrini College. Dan will begin a master's degree program at Purdue University in the fall. I hope you enjoy our conversation. So, come along and have some fun… We all have stories to tell, and they can be heard here.Welcome to Brave and Strong and True, a podcast that engages Summer Stage alumni of all ages. I'm Bob Falkenstein. Our music is composed and performed by Neil McGettigan https://neilmcgettiganandtheeleventhhour.bandcamp.com/releases. Please click on the link to visit Neil's BandCamp website to listen to songs from his album, including cut number 7, “Harry Dietzler.” Please support Neil's work by buying downloads of your favorites.Please follow Brave and Strong and True on Apple Podcasts. While you're there, please rate the show and leave a comment.  If you want to be a guest on Brave and Strong and True, please contact me at braveandstrongandtrue@gmail.com. I can record five guests simultaneously, so reach out to your friends for an online mini-reunion.You must have the latest version of the Google Chrome browser on your desktop or laptop computer. I can now record interviews with guests who have iPads or iPhones. It helps if you have an external microphone and headphones, but Apple earbuds work too; however, Bluetooth ones are not 100% reliable, so see if you can borrow wired ones.Support the showUpper Darby Summer Stage is now part of the non-profit organization known as the Upper Darby Arts and Education Foundation. Justin Heimbecker is the Executive Director of the UDAEF. If you can support Summer Stage financially, please visit udsummerstage.org to find out more.

This is a recap of the top 10 posts on Hacker News on May 31, 2026. This podcast was generated by wondercraft.ai (00:30): Cloudflare Turnstile requiring fingerprintable WebGLOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48345840&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(01:55): Creatine raises brain energy levels and slows cognitive decline: studyOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48346947&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(03:21): Please Do Not Vibe Fuck Up This SoftwareOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48342705&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(04:47): The Website SpecificationOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48343683&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(06:13): Codex just found a "workaround" of not having sudo on my PCOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48348578&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(07:39): Dav2dOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48344961&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(09:04): The solution might be cancelling my AI subscriptionOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48345896&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(10:30): 1-Bit Bonsai Image 4B Image Generation for Local DevicesOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48346257&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(11:56): United Airlines 767 returns to Newark after Bluetooth name sparks alertOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48345248&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(13:22): I put a datacenter GPU in my gaming PCOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48345694&utm_source=wondercraft_aiThis is a third-party project, independent from HN and YC. Text and audio generated using AI, by wondercraft.ai. Create your own studio quality podcast with text as the only input in seconds at app.wondercraft.ai. Issues or feedback? We'd love to hear from you: team@wondercraft.ai

Sue Rizzello is the founder of UK agency Remedy Marketing, which celebrates its 20th anniversary this year. Remedy helps technology and services organizations market through the power of proof, first by using customer voices through case studies, and second by turning their experience, insights and opinions into thought leadership. Sue believes these two things can differentiate a business more powerfully than anything else. Her 35-year career spans global PR agencies, corporate marketing roles and the launch of major technology brands and initiatives including Bluetooth and the DVD, before creating the kind of agency she always wished she could find client-side: one that genuinely helps rather than adds burden, and that can think for itself. Raised by artist parents, she brings a questioning mindset and creative streak to her work as well as being a prolific writer and wordsmith. She spent time out in the art world, running her late father's sculpture studio to ensure his final works were completed, curating silver and gold exhibitions in London's famous Cork Street, and curating a major retrospective at the Mall Galleries in the Royal Mall. Today she is a jewelry designer and budding silversmith in her ‘spare' time. Sue is an advocate for women not just as entrepreneurs but in relation to their health. A late stage ovarian cancer survivor, she is also a vocal campaigner and media spokesperson on ovarian cancer, often seen in Parliamentary cross-party action groups asking awkward questions of policymakers. Connect with Sue  

Discover Baofeng's new ultra-thin Alervites AT2 — the smart handheld radio that sends text, voice, images, and GPS location without cell service using the Ola Radio app. Perfect for hiking, prepping, emergencies, and team comms.Ultra-slim (16mm), 72-hour battery, -20°C ready, Dual-PTT, Bluetooth, and UHF 400-480MHz compatibility.Today's video is sponsored by Redodo Batteries - save 8% off of all products with code HAMRADIO8 at this link - https://www.redodopower.com/?ref=fXMdlD0D coupon: HAMRADIO8Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support.

Vezetékes és vezeték nélküli hangátvitel, aktív zajszűrés, akár 120 órás üzemidő, ez csak néhány jellemző, ami miatt érdemes meghallgatni a fülest és adásunkat. Múlt pénteki adásunk teljes egészét arra szántuk, hogy bemutassuk egy friss, feltörekvő márka termékét. Az Earfun nevezetű gyártó valószínűleg senkinek nem cseng olyan ismerősen, mint például a Sony vagy a Sennheiser, könnyen elképzelhető azonban, hogy Tune Pro fejhallgatójukkal betörhetnek a szélesebb köztudatba. A szóban forgó produktum egy kényelmes, ergonomikus fejhallgató, amely igen sok funkciót vonultat fel, és olyan hangzást kínál, amely a maga árkategóriájában igen potensnek számít. Az eszköz nyomógombokkal, valamint saját mobilapplikációjával vezérelhető, és aktív, konfigurálható zajszűrést épp úgy kínál, mint tökéletesen működő hangáteresztő módot, nem is beszélve a színház üzemmódról vagy az úgynevezett játékmódról, amelyek a hangzás további javításáért, és a késleltetés minimalizálásáért felelősek. A készülék Bluetooth, 3.5 jack és USB C csatlakozóval is el van látva, így mobilkészülékkel, PC-vel, vagy egyéb, a csatlakozókkal kompatibilis eszközökkel is használható. Az Earfun Tune Pro ára alig több, mint 30 ezer forint, de egy most futó akció keretein belül ennél is jóval olcsóbban megvásárolható. Minden további részlet alább.

Imagine walking into a friend's home, completely unaware that the everyday electronics surrounding you are actively broadcasting your most private moments. When authorities raided the home of Samuel E. Rodriguez, they discovered a chilling reality: high-tech spy cameras seamlessly hidden inside ordinary air purifiers and Bluetooth speakers. We dive into the digital forensics of the case, how the plot finally unraveled, and the terrifying realization of what was being archived on his hidden servers.

To his neighbors in Plymouth, Connecticut, Samuel Rodriguez was a normal 53-year-old man living a quiet, unassuming life. But behind closed doors, a routine police search unmasked a highly sophisticated, multi-room digital trapset designed to strip his guests of their absolute privacy. This episode tracks the harrowing discovery of his secret operation and the frantic police investigation to identify the dozens of victims captured on his hidden hard drives.

In a catch-up interview after a lost CES interview, Jeff Gadway, SVP for Clicks discusses the Power Keyboard, a universal MagSafe-style Bluetooth keyboard and power bank for iPhone, Android, tablets, TVs, and more. He also details the Clicks Communicator, a smartphone built around physical keys, purposeful communication, productivity, security, and the idea of a task-focused second phone.  MacVoices is supported by Macstock Connference, along with Ecamm Creator Camp, taking place in Crystal Lake IL on July 9 - 12. Sign up at macstockconference.com and use the code “macvoices” to save $50 off your ticket. Show Notes: Chapters: [0:00] Recovering a lost CES interview with Clicks[1:52] Power Keyboard as a more universal mobile keyboard[4:08] Bluetooth, MagSafe, charging, and power reserve features[7:13] Customer response and broader device compatibility[9:12] Communicator and Clicks' move toward communication-focused devices[11:55] Physical keyboards, BlackBerry heritage, buttons, and accessibility[14:13] Reducing distractions and encouraging doing over doom scrolling[15:13] Communicator as a productivity device rather than strictly business or consumer[16:50] BYOD, MDM, security, and Android management support[19:13] Communicator as a second phone, primary phone, work phone, or VIP phone[21:56] Purpose-built devices and complementary technology[24:55] Pricing, availability, reservations, and carrier support[27:44] Where to learn more and closing comments Guests: Jeff Gadway, SVP for Clicks Support:      Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon     http://patreon.com/macvoices      Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect:      Web:     http://macvoices.com      Twitter:     http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner     http://www.twitter.com/macvoices      Mastodon:     https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner      Facebook:     http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner      MacVoices Page on Facebook:     http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/      MacVoices Group on Facebook:     http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice      LinkedIn:     https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/      Instagram:     https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe:      Audio in iTunes     Video in iTunes      Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher:      Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss      Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

Assaulted at a Buddhist center known for cover-ups, you were silenced. How do you keep the kids safe when your ex takes them there? It's Feedback Friday!And in case you didn't already know it, Jordan Harbinger (@JordanHarbinger) and Gabriel Mizrahi (@GabeMizrahi) banter and take your comments and questions for Feedback Friday right here every week! If you want us to answer your question, register your feedback, or tell your story on one of our upcoming weekly Feedback Friday episodes, drop us a line at friday@jordanharbinger.com. Now let's dive in!Full show notes and resources can be found here: jordanharbinger.com/1335On This Week's Feedback Friday:A positive update from the listener who wrote in for interview advice (question two, episode 1324)!Four months ago you earned a shiny promotion to a leadership role — and then quietly kept doing your entire old finance job too, with no transition plan, no extra pay, and a passive manager who'd rather you stayed quiet. The company has the money; they just don't have the incentive. How do you force clarity without getting branded "not a team player"? [Thanks to HR professional Joanna Tate for helping us with this one!]You were sexually assaulted at your kids' father's place of worship — a Buddhist center with a documented history of abuse and cover-ups — and reporting it got you silenced, suppressed, and forced to keep attending. Now you share custody, your ex still brings the kids there, and you're desperate to keep them safe without scaring them. How do you talk to your children about this? [Thanks yet again to clinical psychologist Dr. Erin Margolis and attorney Corbin Payne for helping us with this one!]Your 83-year-old mother has been "dying" for a decade, bankrolls your life, and uses that money as a leash — keeping you next door, watching from her window, after a childhood betrayal you're still carrying. You feel guilt, shame, and a creeping sense you have no power here. But what if the most uncomfortable question is how much agency you've had all along?Recommendation of the Week: Bose SoundLink Flex — Gabe's everyday Bluetooth speaker and his all-time favorite.Gabe revisits last week's tangle over belief and counseling, then reaches for David Mamet's True and False — a book ostensibly about acting that turns out to be about how we white-knuckle our beliefs instead of simply accepting what's in front of us.Have any questions, comments, or stories you'd like to share with us? Drop us a line at friday@jordanharbinger.com!Connect with Jordan on Twitter at @JordanHarbinger and Instagram at @jordanharbinger.Connect with Gabriel on Twitter at @GabeMizrahi and Instagram @gabrielmizrahi.And if you're still game to support us, please leave a review here — even one sentence helps! Sign up for Six-Minute Networking — our free networking and relationship development mini course — at jordanharbinger.com/course!Subscribe to our once-a-week Wee Bit Wiser newsletter today and start filling your Wednesdays with wisdom!Do you even Reddit, bro? Join us at r/JordanHarbinger!This Episode Is Brought To You By Our Fine Sponsors: Paka: Paka hoodie & crew socks: go.pakaapparel.com/jordanMarathon Rewards: Sign up today: marathonrewards.comMomentous: 35% off first order: livemomentous.com, code JHSAT&T: Get an iPhone 17 Pro for $0: att.com/iphone or visit an AT&T store for detailsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Could your phone, earbuds, Wi-Fi, or smart meter be adding stress to your body every day? In this episode of the Natural Heart Doctor Show, Nicolas Pineault joins Dr. Jack Wolfson to explain how electromagnetic fields may affect oxidative stress, heart health, sleep, and the everyday choices people can make to reduce exposure.- - - - - About the Guest:Nicolas Pineault, also known as 'The EMF Guy,' is a bestselling author, educator, and advocate for safer technology. He is the author of The Non-Tinfoil Guide to EMFs, a practical and accessible book that uses humor, science, and common sense to help people better understand electromagnetic pollution and everyday exposure.Through his interviews, educational work, and summit presentations, Nicolas has become a leading voice on EMFs and their potential impact on health. His work focuses on helping people understand sources of exposure such as cell phones, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth earbuds, smart meters, electric vehicles, and wireless technologies while offering practical steps to reduce risk without panic or overwhelm.Social Handles:Website: https://theemfguy.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theemfguy/- - - - -Jack Wolfson, DO, FACCWebsites: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://drjackwolfson.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠; ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://naturalheartdoctor.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjackwolfson⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ready to move past the confusion and fear of typical heart health approaches? Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠naturalheartdoctor.com/discovery⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to schedule your free discovery call and start your journey toward a 100-year heart with real, evidence-based answers.- - - - -PODCAST Thank you for listening. Please subscribe and share. This podcast is produced by DrTalks.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://drtalks.com/podcast-service/

Clover sits down with Falcon from Axil Hearing Performance for a deep dive into the future of hearing protection, Bluetooth ear pro, range safety, firearm training, and why most shooters wait too long to protect their hearing. The conversation explores electronic ear protection, suppressor culture, shooting range safety, hunting applications, rechargeable hearing devices, tactical gear innovation, and how modern hearing enhancement technology is changing the firearms industry. From SHOT Show innovation and hearing aid crossover tech to range communication, thermal hunting, Bluetooth audio, and the evolution of premium ear pro, this episode is packed with practical insight and next-generation shooting gear discussion. AXIL Website Podcast Powered By Meprolight USA Call In Segment Powered By Nutrithority Save 20% On Your First Order With Code CLOVERTAC ********** Become A YouTube Channel Member Amazon Influencer Store Visit The CloverTac Website

We've got a packed show today. I mean PACKED. I have so many notes in front of me that if the FBI raided this studio they'd call it an “insurrection planner.” Half these stories I've been trying to get to for days, and every morning the news cycle shows up like a drunken Amazon driver throwing fresh insanity onto the porch.And let me tell you something: we are never catching up.Never.I could do this show seven days a week, eight hours a day, surviving entirely on caffeine and whatever chemicals they put in gas station beef jerky, and we'd still end every week with another mountain of madness to discuss. America has become a Netflix series written by people who got fired from reality television for being too unrealistic.But as they say, “Brevity is the soul of lingerie.”Which explains Congress perfectly. The less material involved, the more expensive it gets.Now, speaking of expensive coverups, Jill Biden made a revelation that shocked absolutely nobody. The media reacted like archaeologists discovering water in the ocean. “BREAKING NEWS: Joe Biden may have experienced cognitive decline!”Really? You don't say.This is the same man who has wandered off stages, shaken hands with invisible citizens, and looked at teleprompters like they were written in ancient Sanskrit. Joe Biden has spent the last several years speaking in a dialect I can only describe as Pharmaceutical Esperanto.And suddenly the media wants to pretend they just noticed?That's the part that fascinates me. Not the decline. The cover-up. Because everybody knew. Democrats knew. Journalists knew. Staffers knew. Jill knew. The Easter Bunny knew. The only people left pretending were the same folks who told us inflation was “transitory,” the border was “secure,” and men could get pregnant if you just believed hard enough.Now Jill Biden, Doctor Jill, Patron Saint of Denial, is out there acting wounded by the scrutiny. Ma'am, people aren't upset because your husband aged. Everybody ages. America would've shown grace for aging. What people resent is being lied to with the enthusiasm of a timeshare salesman trapped in a pyramid scheme.And now we find out Team Biden is trying to keep information sealed about his cognitive condition going all the way back to 2012?Two thousand TWELVE.That means Joe Biden may have been mentally buffering longer than most people have owned their smartphones.Think about that historically for a second. In 2012, people were still arguing over Bluetooth earpieces. Gas was under four bucks in many places. TikTok didn't exist yet. Hunter Biden probably still had at least one functioning laptop.And somewhere in Washington, insiders allegedly knew Joe Biden's brain was running Windows 95 in Safe Mode.Yet they still shoved him into office. Why? Because modern politics isn't about leadership anymore. It's Weekend at Bernie's with nuclear codes. The presidency became a puppet theater where anonymous staffers, activist bureaucrats, and ideological interns ran the machinery while the Commander in Chief searched for exits like he was trapped in an IKEA showroom.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The MidPacker Pod is part of the Freetrail network of Podcasts.Join the Newsletter at: ⁠MidPack Musings SubStack⁠⁠Support the MidPacker Pod on ⁠Patreon⁠.⁠Check Out MPP Merch Make sure you leave us a rating and review wherever you get your pods.Looking for 1:1 Ultra Running Coaching? Check out Troy's Coaching PageCheck out the Gear I love HERE on rendezvu.coSTOKED TO PARTNER WITH  PLAY ON RELIEF - 20% off your first orderTRAINING PEAKS - 20% off a premium annual subscriptionVACATION RACES - 15% off any Ultra, Half Marathon, or Trailfest“Through endurance we conquer.”In this special MidPacker Pod episode, returning guest Julio Palma flips the script and puts Troy Meadows in the hot seat to unpack Troy's recent finish at the Hellbender 100. What unfolds is an honest and vulnerable conversation about setbacks, growth, mental toughness, and what it really means to keep showing up when things get hard.Troy opens up about his running journey—from growing up around endurance sports, to rediscovering running after losing both his mother and his dog in the same week, to eventually falling in love with trail and ultra running after reading Born to Run. The conversation also dives deep into Troy's first 100-mile DNF at Dark Divide and how that experience forced him to reevaluate his mindset, priorities, and relationship with chasing qualifiers for races like Western States and Hardrock.The heart of the episode centers around Hellbender 100, one of the toughest races on the East Coast. Troy shares how this training block was the strongest of his life, the nutrition struggles and sleep deprivation he battled during the race, and how support from family, friends, and the trail community helped carry him through the darkest moments of the night.Some key themes from the episode include:Using running as a tool for resilience and mental healthLearning from failure and difficult race experiencesThe balance between chasing qualifiers and enjoying the sportTraining consistency, durability, and strength workManaging low moments during ultras and continuing forwardThe importance of community in trail runningThis one is raw, relatable, and full of those classic MidPacker moments where everyday runners chase extraordinary goals.Relevant LinksHellbender 100Run828 FoundationLaurel Highlands UltraHellbender Participant GuideHellbender Course InfoLaurel Highlands Hiking TrailPartner Links: PlayOn Relief - https://playonrelief.comAll Natural, Fast Acting, Long Lasting, Targeted ReliefUse MIDPACKER for 20% off your first orderTraining PeaksA training app as versatile as you. Start your free trial at  https://www.trainingpeaks.com/midpackerUse MIDPACKER at checkout for 20% off an Annual Premium SubscriptionVacation Races - https://www.vacationraces.comEpic Races on public lands near the most iconic National Park in the US.Use MIDPACKER at checkout for 15% the registration of any Ultra, Half, or TrailfestWahoo Fitness - https://www.wahoofitness.comKICKR RUN It's not running indoors. It's running, reimagined.Run Your WayBuy the Wahoo KICKR RUN use code MIDPACK to get a free KICKR HEADWIND smart Bluetooth fan. Remember to add the HEADWIND to the cart and the code will apply to discount.⁠Run Trail Life⁠ - https://runtraillife.comFind Official MPP Merch on RTL!!Use MIDPACKERPOD to double the donation from your purchase. Visit RunTrailLife.com to check out our line of Hats and Organic cotton T's.⁠Freetrail⁠ - https://freetrail.comVisit Freetrail.com to sign up today.Hellbender 100, Julio Palma, Troy Meadows, MidPacker Pod, ultra running, trail running, Hardrock qualifier, Western States, DNF, Dark Divide, Laurel Highlands, Run828, endurance, ultramarathon, mental toughness, resilience, Asheville trail running, strength training, ultra mindset, hundred miler, endurance sports, Appalachian trails, race recap, ultrarunning community

Hoy, 29 de mayo, en '¡Buenos días, Javi y Mar!', Pablo Gallinar informa: ola de calor cede martes, norte más fresco. Congreso ratifica copagos por renta y Sanidad reduce dosis. Pedro Sánchez comparece en Congreso 24 de junio, tras declaraciones de Zapatero y audiencia Begoña Gómez. Instituto Biomédico de Barcelona halla regresión de cáncer de pulmón; se explora origen Bluetooth (rey vikingo) y heces cuadradas de wombats. Arte mejora vida y longevidad; "momentos improductivos" clave para el cerebro. Fernando Martín: joven colombiano detenido por devolver maleta con un millón de pesos (faltan 20$); broma Dua Lipa. Oyentes comparten objetos "de abuelos" útiles: carrito, cama adaptable. Suenan éxitos: "A Sky Full of Stars" (Coldplay), "Shallow" (Lady Gaga y Bradley Cooper). "El Ritual" de Juan Magán y Oreo, candidata a canción del verano. Juani gana 60 euros en "Sé lo que estás pensando".

Buenos días, Javi y Mar! comenta planes de fin de semana y el aumento de pasajeros en aeropuertos españoles, con anécdotas de maletas perdidas, incluyendo la de Fernando Roch. El programa desvela curiosidades como por qué la ropa "encoge", el origen vikingo de Bluetooth y las heces cuadradas de los wombats. Fernando Martín relata la detención de un joven y discute objetos útiles para todos, aunque pensados para mayores. Se destaca la importancia de los momentos improductivos para el cerebro y se aborda la "batalla de las temperaturas" en el trabajo y en casa. Mar propone un experimento de "decir sí a todo" y se recuerdan las compras del primer sueldo. Jimeno comparte explicaciones infantiles sobre la digestión y se menciona el "tsundoku". Se presentan jeroglíficos auditivos con canciones del verano y se debate la tendencia de las "citas de desayuno". Finalmente, se comentan "pequeñas venganzas" y hábitos de sueño, cerrando con canciones de películas de animación.

Listen Now to 011 WTFuture Watch 011 WTFuture This week’s show kicks off with the hosts untangling the literal and figurative wires of modern podcasting before nerding out over “Edge AI” running locally on smartphones to save energy and protect privacy. The banter takes a wonderfully weird turn when Al brainstorms an AI assistant specifically designed to intentionally repeat sentences not heard properly in a soothing voice to hearing-impaired friends to save them from social isolation. This quickly spirals into a debate over the origins of tinnitus; Bobby suspects it’s triggered by high-frequency Bluetooth headphones and EMFs, while Al hopefully wonders if the ringing is actually a neural data channel or a precursor to telepathy. The crew then marvels at AL’s one minute cinematic video recreating the exact day a dinosaur-killing asteroid hurled molten glass beads into the gills of paddlefish in North Dakota. Before diving into global politics, they take a delightful detour into inter-species communication, pondering whether a local crow leaving a dead bat as a “gift” is a sign of cross-species neighborliness, which even prompts them to trick the backyard flock by playing crow sounds from an app. The conversation blasts into orbit with a breakdown of recently released footage showing a pod of UFOs swarming a nuclear submarine, but the real fireworks explode during a heated debate over the impending arrival of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI). Bobby and Al take a pragmatic, geopolitical stance, warning that owning personal, localized AI is necessary to defend against global manipulation, specifically citing fears that the CCP wants to win the AGI race to implement the “great firewall of all time”. This triggers a passionate disagreement with Sun, who accuses the guys of falling into a fear-mongering, male-centric “dominate and subjugate” mindset that mirrors a perpetual arms race. Hurt feelings emerge as Sun advocates for trusting our collective intelligence to build an abundant, Star Trek-style utopia rather than focusing on apocalyptic Terminator scenarios, forcing AL to frantically defend himself as a fun “cheerleader for AI” rather than a pessimist. Ultimately, the trio cools down and finds common ground in their hopes for joining a peaceful galactic community, perfectly capped off by Sun referencing Iain M. Banks’ sci-fi Culture series as a brilliant blueprint for a post-scarcity society that has successfully conquered traditional cultural hierarchies. Enjoy!

Taking this one straight back to the era of pure Ghana party music, timeless hiplife and nonstop anthems. From Ebo, Praye, Sarkodie, Trigmatic, Rana and many more, this mix is packed with the sounds that ruled the streets, the house parties, the taxis and every late night jam back in the day. If you remember Bluetooth transfers, burned CDs and singing every word with your whole squad, then you already know the vibe. So turn the volume all the way up and drift back into the memories. DJ Loft in the mix… Ghana Throwback Drift.

Clover sits down with Falcon from Axil Hearing Performance for a deep dive into the future of hearing protection, Bluetooth ear pro, range safety, firearm training, and why most shooters wait too long to protect their hearing. The conversation explores electronic ear protection, suppressor culture, shooting range safety, hunting applications, rechargeable hearing devices, tactical gear innovation, and how modern hearing enhancement technology is changing the firearms industry. From SHOT Show innovation and hearing aid crossover tech to range communication, thermal hunting, Bluetooth audio, and the evolution of premium ear pro, this episode is packed with practical insight and next-generation shooting gear discussion. AXIL Website Podcast Powered By Meprolight USA Call In Segment Powered By Nutrithority Save 20% On Your First Order With Code CLOVERTAC ********** Become A YouTube Channel Member Amazon Influencer Store Visit The CloverTac Website

In a catch-up interview after a lost CES interview, Jeff Gadway, SVP for Clicks discusses the Power Keyboard, a universal MagSafe-style Bluetooth keyboard and power bank for iPhone, Android, tablets, TVs, and more. He also details the Clicks Communicator, a smartphone built around physical keys, purposeful communication, productivity, security, and the idea of a task-focused second phone.  MacVoices is supported by Macstock Connference, along with Ecamm Creator Camp, taking place in Crystal Lake IL on July 9 - 12. Sign up at macstockconference.com and use the code "macvoices" to save $50 off your ticket. Show Notes: Chapters: [0:00] Recovering a lost CES interview with Clicks [1:52] Power Keyboard as a more universal mobile keyboard [4:08] Bluetooth, MagSafe, charging, and power reserve features [7:13] Customer response and broader device compatibility [9:12] Communicator and Clicks' move toward communication-focused devices [11:55] Physical keyboards, BlackBerry heritage, buttons, and accessibility [14:13] Reducing distractions and encouraging doing over doom scrolling [15:13] Communicator as a productivity device rather than strictly business or consumer [16:50] BYOD, MDM, security, and Android management support [19:13] Communicator as a second phone, primary phone, work phone, or VIP phone [21:56] Purpose-built devices and complementary technology [24:55] Pricing, availability, reservations, and carrier support [27:44] Where to learn more and closing comments Guests: Jeff Gadway, SVP for Clicks Support:      Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon      http://patreon.com/macvoices      Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect:      Web:      http://macvoices.com      Twitter:      http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner      http://www.twitter.com/macvoices      Mastodon:      https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner      Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner      MacVoices Page on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/      MacVoices Group on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice      LinkedIn:      https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/      Instagram:      https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe:      Audio in iTunes      Video in iTunes      Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher:      Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss      Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

Michał Kasperczak i Patryk Faliszewski rozmawiają o monitorze brajlowskim Brailliant BI 40X firmy HumanWare. Omawiają historię urządzeń tej marki, różnice między wersjami BI 20X i BI 40X oraz miejsce Braillianta wśród innych rozwiązań, takich jak Braille Emotion, BrailleSense, Focus czy Mantis. Przyglądają się budowie urządzenia, klawiszom, jakości komórek brajlowskich, pracy przez USB i Bluetooth, funkcjom terminala, edytorom KeyPad i KeyBRF, aplikacji Victor Reader, syntezie mowy, Wi-Fi, usługom online oraz praktycznym ustawieniom dla osób, które chcą używać Braillianta zarówno jako linijki, jak i prostego notatnika. Audycja dostępna jest również w wygenerowanej automatycznie wersji tekstowej

Jordan Slingerland is a recent high school graduate from Gilbert, Arizona, currently in flight school. She has lived with misophonia since the age of 12 and has become a thoughtful advocate for herself and others with the condition. Jordan shares her personal journey of navigating school, family life, friendships, and work while managing intense reactions to common sounds like chewing, sniffling, and pen clicking. Her insight, vulnerability, and practical strategies offer hope and validation for anyone affected by this often-misunderstood neurological condition.In this episode of the Concussion Coach Podcast, host Bethany Lewis steps outside the usual brain injury discussion to explore misophonia – a chronic neurological condition where specific everyday sounds trigger intense emotional and physical reactions such as rage, panic, or disgust. Bethany is joined by her cousin, Jordan Slingerland, who shares her lived experience with misophonia, from her first trigger at age 12 to developing coping strategies that allow her to reclaim joy and connection. Together they discuss the fight-or-flight response, the isolating nature of the condition, practical accommodations for school and work, tools like AirPods and loop earplugs, and the importance of self-advocacy and family support. This episode offers invaluable insight for anyone with misophonia, their loved ones, and even concussion survivors who deal with sound sensitivity.Resources Mentioned by Jordan Slingerlandsoquiet.orgComprehensive resource for misophonia research, support groups, tools, and free “misophonia cards” to share with others.AirPods / Bluetooth headphonesUsed constantly to block trigger sounds and provide a sense of control.Loop earplugsReusable, discreet earplugs that reduce sound without full noise cancellation; helpful for testing environments where Bluetooth isn't allowed.Wax earplugsMoldable earplugs that block sound effectively.504 Plan (school accommodations)Legal document in U.S. schools that can allow headphone use, preferential seating, separate testing rooms, and other supports.AMC theater assistive listening devicesHeadphones that sync to the movie screen, available for patrons who need them (useful for blocking out audience sounds).Family accommodationsNon-food family activities (walks, pool time, family meetings) and separate seating during meals.Breathing exercises & rainbow grounding techniqueIn-the-moment strategies to distract the brain and calm the nervous system.Daily reflection practiceReviewing both positive and negative moments to prevent misophonia from canceling out the good parts of the day.Jordan Slingerland Email: jordanslingerland1@gmail.com Connect with Bethany:Website: https://theconcussioncoach.com/Free Guide: "5 Best Ways to Support Your Loved One Dealing with a Concussion" on the websiteFree Consultation: https://theconcussioncoach.com/free-consultation

Today is going to be your Bluetooth survival guide. Bluetooth is something that, well, not too many know exactly what's going on. I can't claim that I do either, but I'm going to tell you how to use it, how to improve it, what to do when something goes wrong, why it goes wrong, things like that. Launch Team - https://www.ScrewTheCommute.com/launchteam Please watch this short trailer to the end and leave a comment - https://www.facebook.com/AmericanEntrepreneurFilm/videos/558575401181955 AI Hacks - https://www.ScrewTheCommute.com/aihacks Screw The Commute Podcast Show Notes Episode 1124 How To Automate Your Business - https://screwthecommute.com/automatefree/ Internet Marketing Training Center - https://imtcva.org/ Higher Education Webinar – https://screwthecommute.com/webinars See Tom's Stuff – https://linktr.ee/antionandassociates 00:23 Tom's introduction to Bluetooth Survival Guide 01:37 Short range wireless technology 04:44 Trouble with too many remembered devices and more 10:15 How far does Bluetooth work 14:01 Simple things with Bluetooth to make your life easier Entrepreneurial Resources Mentioned in This Podcast Higher Education Webinar - https://screwthecommute.com/webinars Screw The Commute - https://screwthecommute.com/ Screw The Commute Podcast App - https://screwthecommute.com/app/ Screw The Commute Podcast Producer - https://screwthecommute.com/larryguerrera/ College Ripoff Quiz - https://imtcva.org/quiz Know a young person for our Youth Episode Series? Send an email to Tom! - orders@antion.com Have a Roku box? Find Tom's Public Speaking Channel there! - https://channelstore.roku.com/details/267358/the-public-speaking-channel How To Automate Your Business - https://screwthecommute.com/automatefree/ Internet Marketing Retreat and Joint Venture Program - https://greatinternetmarketingtraining.com/ This is the shopping cart system Tom uses! Kartra - https://screwthecommute.com/kartra/ Copywriting901 - https://copywriting901.com/ Become a Great Podcast Guest - https://screwthecommute.com/greatpodcastguest Training - https://screwthecommute.com/training Disabilities Page - https://imtcva.org/disabilities/ Tom's Patreon Page - https://screwthecommute.com/patreon/ Tom on TikTok - https://tiktok.com/@digitalmultimillionaire/ Email Tom: Tom@ScrewTheCommute.com Internet Marketing Training Center - https://imtcva.org/ Related Episodes How To Borrow Money - https://screwthecommute.com/1123/ More Entrepreneurial Resources for Home Based Business, Lifestyle Business, Passive Income, Professional Speaking and Online Business I discovered a great new headline / subject line / subheading generator that will actually analyze which headlines and subject lines are best for your market. I negotiated a deal with the developer of this revolutionary and inexpensive software. Oh, and it's good on Mac and PC. Go here: http://jvz1.com/c/41743/183906 The Wordpress Ecourse. Learn how to Make World Class Websites for $20 or less. https://screwthecommute.com/wordpressecourse/

TekLab TK4 Compressor Oil Level Control, Kevin's in Georgia??--- Episode 521TechLab TK4 Oil Level Controls: Dongles, Alarms, and Why “Limit Injections” Can Kill a RackBrett and Kevin swap war stories from a sweltering Georgia service call where Kevin quickly solves a persistent comm issue caused by a fallen rod rubbing through and shorting a comm wire, while also noticing a dangerously supported main water line. Back home, they dig into TechLab oil level controls (TK4/TK1), rant about hard-to-find manufacturer documentation, and walk through setting up the Bluetooth dongle/software to communicate, view status, and manually cycle the solenoid to watch oil-fill timing. They highlight how the “limit injections” setting can stop refilling during an alarm and shut down a rack, discuss injection/monitoring timing tradeoffs for low vs. medium temp systems, and note the pressure differential setting doesn't appear to change timing automatically. They compare TechLab favorably to Kriwan, show teardown observations, and joke about laptops, metric screws, and oil-shower failures.

TekLab TK4 Compressor Oil Level Control, Kevin's in Georgia??--- Episode 521TechLab TK4 Oil Level Controls: Dongles, Alarms, and Why “Limit Injections” Can Kill a RackBrett and Kevin swap war stories from a sweltering Georgia service call where Kevin quickly solves a persistent comm issue caused by a fallen rod rubbing through and shorting a comm wire, while also noticing a dangerously supported main water line. Back home, they dig into TechLab oil level controls (TK4/TK1), rant about hard-to-find manufacturer documentation, and walk through setting up the Bluetooth dongle/software to communicate, view status, and manually cycle the solenoid to watch oil-fill timing. They highlight how the “limit injections” setting can stop refilling during an alarm and shut down a rack, discuss injection/monitoring timing tradeoffs for low vs. medium temp systems, and note the pressure differential setting doesn't appear to change timing automatically. They compare TechLab favorably to Kriwan, show teardown observations, and joke about laptops, metric screws, and oil-shower failures.

Welcome to this week's episode of the PEBCAK Podcast!  We've got four amazing stories this week so sit back, relax, and keep being awesome!  Be sure to stick around for our Dad Joke of the Week. (DJOW) Follow us on Instagram @pebcakpodcast   Please share this podcast with someone you know!  It helps us grow the podcast and we really appreciate it!   Simple 6 signup link https://simple6.co/r/CFUR98   Apple data and car Bluetooth signals help police identify suspect in crypto robbery https://www.forbes.com/sites/the-wiretap/2026/05/05/apple-subpoena-and-car-bluetooth-help-cops-unmask-crypto-robber-suspect/ Your phone and your car are witnesses — law enforcement used an Apple subpoena and Bluetooth signals from a connected vehicle to unmask a suspect in a physical cryptocurrency robbery, showing how everyday device data is increasingly being used to solve crimes.   FBI reports crypto ATM fraud complaints surged 23% in 2025, topping $388 million in losses https://www.ic3.gov/PSA/2026/PSA260515-2 Canada proposes a nationwide ban on crypto ATMs, calling them a primary tool for scammers https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/canada-crypto-atm-ban-scammers-9.7180642 Bitcoin Depot, North America's largest crypto ATM operator, files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy https://www.bankingdive.com/news/bitcoin-depot-bankruptcy-chapter-11-atm-wind-down/820755 Crypto ATMs are effectively becoming extinct — the FBI documented nearly $389 million in losses through kiosks in 2025, Canada is moving to ban them outright as a fraud-enabling infrastructure, and Bitcoin Depot (the largest operator in North America with 9,000+ machines) just filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, blaming mounting state regulations, litigation, and an unsustainable business model.   DataCamp breaks down Claude Opus 4.7 vs. GPT-5.5 across coding, reasoning, vision, and pricing https://www.datacamp.com/blog/gpt-5-5-vs-claude-opus-4-7 The AI model race between Anthropic and OpenAI is too close to call — Claude Opus 4.7 leads on software engineering benchmarks and visual reasoning while GPT-5.5 dominates terminal/DevOps workflows and advanced math, with output token pricing favoring Claude at $25 vs. $30 per million tokens.   Dad Joke of the Week (DJOW)   Find the hosts on LinkedIn: Chris - https://www.linkedin.com/in/chlouie/ Brian - https://www.linkedin.com/in/briandeitch-sase/ Cody - https://www.linkedin.com/in/cody123anderson/

In this episode hosts Larry and Bill focus on listener feedback regarding podcast formats, encryption, and the role of open-source software in accessibility. - Listeners David and Stephan express a preference for maintaining the podcast in MP3 format and as an audio-only medium, noting that video is often unnecessary and less convenient for mobile listening. - David also recommends Parabolic, an open-source tool for downloading web video or audio from sites like YouTube. - Following a previous episode, a listener named Rob asks about the feasibility of double encryption, or encrypting an already encrypted file. - Bill shares a personal update regarding his recent hearing loss and his journey to find hearing aids compatible with Linux. He discusses how Linux and Pipewire support devices using ASHA (Audio Streaming for Hearing Aids) and Bluetooth LE. - Bill highlights EasyEffects as a valuable Linux application that allows users to adjust audio channels specifically for hearing aids while using the operating system. Episode Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #478 · Listener Feedback - plus hearing aids support on Linux 01:53 Bill and Larry have NOT distro hopped (yet) 02:17 Ubuntu MATE project status 05:18 David: MP3 or not and a software pick 06:34 Parabolic 07:57 Video 'podcast' 09:26 Dave Jackson's view of what makes a podcast 10:37 Stephan: Feedback on our audio and video 13:05 Rob: Comments on our encryption. Can you encrypt an encrypted file? 16:01 Open Source helps with hearing deficits 17:56 The open source and Linux link via Bluetooth audio 21:25 Frequencies are programmed into the hearing aid 22:57 Streaming audio to the hearing aids 24:13 No special software required 24:56 Using the EasyEffects app to make adjustments 30:11 Selective listening 31:21 Send in your hearing aid tips for Bill 33:16 goinglinux.com, goinglinux@gmail.com, +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe

Grocery store roleplay about spending a dollar on Skittles and blessing the cashier Repetitive celebrity bath-time parody song Sassy social media influencer parody with fake hashtags Friday Free Show from the Just Call Moe Studio Ross talks about his mustache lifting while drinking Discussion about lazy beard and mustache growth Dan carefully trimming and straightening mustache hairs Warnings about ruining a good mustache trim Tom misses his mustache because it felt masculine Tommy Vann praised for his long "angelic" hair Tommy avoids haircuts to escape social attention Discussion about inherited anxiety and avoiding comments Dan feels trapped by people's reactions to appearance changes Rant about unsolicited YouTube advice and criticism Comedy songs about Florida porn restrictions Florida age-verification laws affecting adult websites Debate over privacy concerns and uploading IDs to porn sites Surfshark VPN discussion for bypassing blocked sites Concrete Mike updates everyone on which sites still work Discussion about pointless final school days after testing Teachers and students mentally checking out for summer Maisie excited about yearbooks and last-day traditions Tommy uninterested in school traditions or awards Debate about skipping the final day of school Parenting arguments about obligation and finishing commitments ChatGPT consulted for parenting advice Crystal insists Tommy should attend school Ross jokes about being a "kid lawyer" defending absences Debate over strict parenting versus permissive parenting Discussion about nostalgia, closure, and emotional attachment Possibility of losing the current studio building Jokes about repainting and destroying the studio before moving Vince McMahon scandal jokes and WWVMD bracelets Dan admits he struggles with nostalgia and emotional connection Discussion about gratitude exercises and self-help books Ross attends the final Bull & Bush open mic Interview prep talk about comedian Na'im Lynn Discussion about lazy celebrity interview questions Fake "Hot Tub and Mini-Fridge Morning Show" radio intro Quicksand releases a new song Memorial Day beach trip discussion Debate over blasting loud music at the beach Giant JBL beach speaker stories and DJ Dre talk Ross gets anxious hearing his playlists in public Discussion about beach music etiquette and "blast zones" Camping trip with 25 linked Bluetooth speakers Bass competition videos with dangerous speaker walls Family board game nights and old Trivial Pursuit memories Truth or Dare stories involving Ring cameras and clown music Debate about how public nudity jokes changed over time Prom after-party stories and skipping prom regrets Childhood memories of seeing accidental nudity Discussion about teenage voyeur stories and Porky's comparisons Debate about kids wasting summers indoors on screens Ross strongly recommends sleepaway camp experiences Camp Wekiwa stories and childhood accountability Discussion about school lunches and picky eaters Jeff Probst accidentally spoiling Survivor live on air Craig LaFleur stories involving Disney and Pleasure Island Discussion about Pat Morita and old TV memories Fear and anxiety after hearing about sudden deaths Debate over whether veteran hosts get sloppy with age Discussion about Rob Greenfield's extreme minimalist lifestyle Tom spirals after watching a self-help psychologist video Debate about happiness, selfishness, and helping others Ross celebrates avoiding conversations with neighbors Crystal obsessively judges potential homebuyers nearby Sinkhole paranoia and neighborhood conspiracy theories Ross prepares for a neighborhood parking war Neighborhood confrontation over roadside parking easements Ross furious he slept through the neighborhood drama Memorial Day hurricane party and comedy show plugs Continued Surfshark VPN promotion Discussion about favorite adult video categories Debate about proper Memorial Day etiquette ### Social Media https://tomanddan.com https://twitter.com/tomanddanlive https://facebook.com/amediocretime https://instagram.com/tomanddanlive Where to Find the Show Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-mediocre-time/id334142682 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL2FtZWRpb2NyZXRpbWUvcG9kY2FzdC54bWw Tom & Dan on Real Radio 104.1 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-corporate-time/id975258990 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL2Fjb3Jwb3JhdGV0aW1lL3BvZGNhc3QueG1s Exclusive Content https://tomanddan.com/registration Merch https://tomanddan.myshopify.com/

In this week's show we do a review of the WiiM Amp Multiroom Streaming Amplifier but first,  we read your emails and take a look at the week's news. News: Tubi Will Stream The 2026 FIFA World Cup For Free Roku launching new creator-driven content channels, hub Disney+ to join Hulu in streaming top music festivals Streaming Bundles Offsetting Rising Subscription Costs WiiM Amp: Multiroom Streaming Amplifier As you know Ara just completed a set of speakers built from salvaged MDF and brand new components from Dayton Audio. The speakers sound excellent and will end up being a part of Ara's whole home audio system in Tennessee. The only issue is that these speakers are passive and need an amplifier. So to drive them Ara is using the WiiM Amp Streaming amplifier which runs for about $300 at Amazon. This WiiM amp is an all-in-one device that combines a high-quality streamer, ESS Sabre DAC, and Class D amplifier into one cool looking box. It's perfect for "just add speakers" simplicity with great performance, especially at this pricepoint.  Key Features Power Output: 60W  8 ohms DAC: ESS Sabre ES9018 HyperStream, supports up to 24-bit/192kHz hi-res audio Streaming & Connectivity: AirPlay 2, Chromecast, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Amazon Music, Qobuz, DLNA, Bluetooth 5.1 (two-way), Wi-Fi, Ethernet Inputs: HDMI ARC (for TV), optical digital, analog RCA line-level, USB-A (for local files/drives) Outputs: Speaker binding posts, subwoofer RCA (with adjustable crossover) Controls: WiiM Home app (iOS/Android), included remote, voice control (Alexa built-in, works with Google/Siri) Other: 10-band graphic EQ + parametric EQ, room correction options, multi-room grouping with other WiiM devices, gapless playback Setup Setup was straightforward and took about ten minutes including the firmware upgrade done through the WiiM Home App. For Ara's setup it was, plug in power and connect the speakers and join the wifi network which was done through the WiiM Home app. Ara is not using a subwoofer but one can be added by using the sub out RCA connection. You can adjust the crossover in the app. The app is where you can select EQ, source, and do your multi-room configuration.  There is only one physical control that controls volume and doubles as play/pause. HDMI ARC makes it an excellent TV audio upgrade with minimal hassle. No complex wiring or external DAC needed. More on that in a bit. Sound Quality The WiiM Amp delivers clean, lively, and detailed sound at a reasonable price. It offers good clarity, solid bass control via the sub out.  Distortion is very low even at high levels of volume. We are not saying that using these with some KEF or SVS Towers is the way to go, but for small-to-medium spaces, or desktop setups, it sounds surprisingly good. Add to it that it can make any speaker work with Apple Airplay or Google Cast Audio and you have a relatively inexpensive way to build out a wireless whole home audio system.  The HDMI ARC support makes this a cost effective way to add a 2.1 speaker system to your TV. In this case the center channel is split evenly between the left and right speakers giving the perception that the audio is coming from the center, provided the speakers are not separated from the TV by a large distance.  We have a listener named John who is using the Wiim Amp Pro ($379 from Amazon with no Airplay support) in this manner with an SVS subwoofer and his quote is, "It's been working perfectly".  The only issue he had was with the EQ calibration. When it was set to cut and boost frequencies he would get audio dropouts. He did some experimenting and found that if he only cuts frequencies and does not boost them, the audio dropouts stopped.   Cool Features That Make It Worth $300 All-in-One Versatility — Streamer + DAC + amp in one small box (about the size of a small Mac mini).  HDMI ARC + Sub Out — Turns any TV into a better-sounding system and easily adds a subwoofer with crossover control. Advanced App EQ & Room Tools — 10-band graphic + parametric EQ plus presets let you fine-tune for your room/speakers. Multi-Room & Ecosystem — Group with other WiiM devices for whole-home audio; excellent service integration (Spotify/Tidal Connect, AirPlay 2, etc.). Other Extras — USB playback, two-way Bluetooth, and voice control,  Summary The WiiM Amp is an outstanding budget streaming amplifier that offers a lot of versatility, ease of use, and surprisingly good sound for the money. It's ideal for anyone wanting a simple, music or TV audio setup without complexity or high cost. While we don't recommend it for big rooms, it's perfect for desktop and bookshelf use, especially if you want to use Airplay 2 or Google Cast Audio. With all that said, Ara will probably never use the app again and simply connect to it via the Airplay 2 from his Mac and iOS devices.   

The MidPacker Pod is part of the Freetrail network of Podcasts.Join the Newsletter at: ⁠MidPack Musings SubStack⁠⁠Support the MidPacker Pod on ⁠Patreon⁠.⁠Check Out MPP Merch Make sure you leave us a rating and review wherever you get your pods.Looking for 1:1 Ultra Running Coaching? Check out Troy's Coaching PageCheck out the Gear I love HERE on rendezvu.coSTOKED TO PARTNER WITH  PLAY ON RELIEF - 20% off your first orderTRAINING PEAKS - 20% off a premium annual subscriptionVACATION RACES - 15% off any Ultra, Half Marathon, or TrailfestUSE PROMO CODE MIDPACKER FOR A SWEET DISCOUNT⁠WAHOO FITNESS⁠ -  Use Code MIDPACK: When you pick up a Wahoo KICKR RUN get a free KICKR HEADWIND smart Bluetooth fan. Remember to add the HEADWIND to the cart and the code will apply to discount.“Life is fragile…shit can change in a second.”In this episode of the MidPacker Pod, Troy sits down with longtime friend and community staple Matt Van Dalsem (MVD) for a conversation that feels more like catching up over beers than a formal interview. From early days as a basketball player who saw running as punishment, to becoming a dedicated trail runner immersed in the sport's culture, Matt's journey is anything but traditional.What stands out most is how Matt found his way into ultras later in life; through curiosity, community, and proximity to the iconic Bay Area trails like Tilden Park. His first true ultra, the Dick Collins 50 miler, marked the start of a deeper connection to the sport. From there, experiences like the Canyons 100K and involvement with FreeTrail and Trailing Indicators helped shape his identity as a true midpacker balancing life, family, and big goals.But this episode goes deeper than race results. Matt shares a powerful and emotional story about loss in his family and how it reshaped his perspective on running, and life. It's a raw reminder that while we chase big goals, life can shift in an instant.Key Takeaways:Running doesn't need to start early to become meaningfulCommunity is often the glue that keeps us in the sportTaking care of yourself, on and off the trail, is essentialLife is fragile…be present and appreciate the momentRelevant LinksWestern States Endurance Run: https://www.wser.orgCanyons Endurance Runs: https://canyons.utmb.worldTahoe Rim Trail Endurance Runs: https://trter.com/Cocodona 250: https://cocodona.comPartner Links: PlayOn Relief - https://playonrelief.comProven Pain Relief for People Who Refuse to Stop!All Natural, Fast Acting, Long Lasting, Targeted ReliefUse MIDPACKER for 20% off your first orderTraining Peaks A training app as versatile as you. Start your free trial at  https://www.trainingpeaks.com/midpackerUse MIDPACKER at checkout for 20% off an Annual Premium SubscriptionVacation Races - https://www.vacationraces.comEpic Races on public lands near the most iconic National Park in the US.Use MIDPACKER at checkout for 15% the registration of any Ultra, Half, or TrailfestWahoo Fitness - https://www.wahoofitness.comKICKR RUN invites the rhythm, flow, and freedom of outdoor running inside.It's not running indoors. It's running, reimagined.Run Your WayBuy the Wahoo KICKR RUN use code MIDPACK to get a free KICKR HEADWIND smart Bluetooth fan. Remember to add the HEADWIND to the cart and the code will apply to discount.⁠Run Trail Life⁠ - https://runtraillife.comFind Official MPP Merch on RTL!!Use MIDPACKERPOD to double the donation from your purchase. Visit RunTrailLife.com to check out our line of Hats and Organic cotton T's.⁠Freetrail⁠ - https://freetrail.comVisit Freetrail.com to sign up today.Matt Van Dalsem, Midpacker Pod, trail running, ultrarunning, Canyons 100K, Western States, Tahoe Rim Trail, trail running community, FreeTrail, Trailing Indicators, resilience, grief, endurance sports, Bay Area trails, midpack runners

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In this week’s episode we be talking with Mike Harris and John Green from Gun Owner Action League (GOAL). For listeners of this podcast I want to give you an advance heads up on a new product from MantisX called the Tor-X available the first week of August 2024. The TOR-X is the sublime marriage of the military-grade Steiner laser and the power of the MantisX. The MantisX hardware is now integrated inside a Steiner laser. Pair it via Bluetooth to your smartphone or tablet, and you’re training package just got more complete. Combat-worthy lights and lasers, Mil-grade aluminum, built Steiner strong. Designed to expose, blind and target with maximum impact. Up to any challenge. Just like you. The TOR-X features a Type III hard-anodized machined-aluminum housing and rail mount. It is dustproof, splash-proof to IP54 standards, and available with a green (520 nm) laser. The direct diode type laser operates in extreme cold weather. Other features include left and right fire buttons for ambidextrous use, constant power drive that ensures the laser output remains constant throughout the life of the battery, low battery indication, as well as windage and elevation bore sight adjustment screws. The universal rail mount on the TOR-X will fit all pistols that have a Picatinny or Weaver style rail forward of the trigger guard. This design allows optimum positioning of the laser so that the fire buttons are easily accessible for a wide range of users. I’ve been using the Tor-X for several weeks on my Glock17 and my Glock48 now and when paired with the MantisX app it’s taken my training to a new level. Check out all of our episodes at: https://podcasts.concealedcarry.com/the-firearm-trainers-podcast/ Email comments, topic suggestions, or questions to us at FTP@ConcealedCarry.comFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/firearmtrainerspodcast/ Remember we bring you this podcast to support the industry, the second amendment, and most importantly every firearm instructor in America that dedicates time and energy into making gun owners more knowledgeable. #FirearmTrainerPodcast #FirearmTrainerAssociation #FTAProtect #RangeTech #GOAL #NRAVoices The post Gun Owner Action League first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

This week on the Mr. Beacon Podcast, I talk with Art Tkachenko about enabling Bluetooth devices to communicate directly with satellites. We explore Hubble's hybrid terrestrial and satellite IoT network, ultra-low-cost global asset tracking, beamforming technology, AI-assisted engineering, and the future of Ambient IoT. It's a fascinating look at how space-based connectivity could dramatically expand what's possible for connected devices worldwide.Art's Top 3 Songs:“Don't Stop Me Now” by Queen: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MHi9mKq0slA“Mushroom Jazz” by Mark Farina: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f6k0FlHGrZE “Bicycle” by VAVAN: youtube.com/watch?v=9HNorccyEno&feature=youtu.be Mister Beacon is hosted by Steve Statler, CEO of ambientChat.ai — Using AI to connect people with places and products with an app that puts you in control of YOUR data.Our sponsor is Identiv https://www.identiv.com, whose IoT solutions create digital identities for physical objects, enhancing global connectivity for businesses, people, and the planet. We are also sponsored by Blecon http://www.blecon.net. Blecon who delivers asset tracking and condition monitoring using the devices your team already carries. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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On this episode of the America's Work Force Union Podcast, host Ed "Flash" Ferenc welcomes Dr. Michael MacDonald, director of audiology, and Rick Renna, chief growth officer of Birdsong Hearing Benefits. More than 22 million American workers face hazardous noise levels on the job, yet fewer than 16% of adults with hearing loss use hearing aids. MacDonald and Renna break down the severe economic, physical and psychological toll this takes on union tradespeople, noting that untreated hearing loss often results in an annual wage gap of roughly $12,000. Key topics discussed include: The Career Toll: Why workers quietly pass on union leadership roles and trustee posts to avoid exposing their hearing limitations. The Safety Risk: How operating in high-noise environments causes physical fatigue and drives workers' compensation claims up to 33% higher annually. The Mental Health Connection: Recognizing Mental Health Awareness Month by exploring the link between untreated hearing loss, social isolation and cognitive decline. Eroding the Stigma: How modern, Bluetooth-enabled discrete tech is changing the perception of hearing aids for younger workers. To learn more about implementing dedicated hearing benefits for your union members or health plan, visit birdsonghearing.com.

In this episode, we take a close look at the SoundPEATS Cove Pro, an over-ear headphone priced at $69.99 that aims to deliver premium features without the premium price tag. The Cove Pro offers hybrid adaptive ANC with up to 56dB of noise cancellation across five adjustable modes, a 7-microphone array for call clarity, and 40mm titanium-coated dynamic drivers for balanced audio. Battery life is a standout feature, providing up to 95 hours with ANC off and approximately 58 hours with it on, plus a quick-charge function that delivers 11 hours of playback from just 10 minutes of charging. The headphones support Bluetooth 6.0 with LDAC codec, dual-device pairing, and include a low-latency mode for gaming and video. Weighing around 250 grams with memory foam ear cups and a foldable design, they're built for comfort and portability, while IPX4 splash resistance and the PeatsAudio companion app round out the package. We discuss how these specs perform in real-world scenarios, where trade-offs might exist at this price point, and whether the Cove Pro represents genuine value for travelers, remote workers, and everyday listeners. Follow AndroidGuys(X) Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/androidguysInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/androidguysTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@androidguysofficialYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AndroidGuyscomOfficialWebsite: http://www.androidguys.comFollow Scott WebsterInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/scottwebsterFollow Luke GaulInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukegaul

En el episodio de hoy, analizamos a fondo una de las herramientas más prometedoras para la iluminación de video profesional: la GVM SD200D. Esta luz LED tipo COB de 200 vatios no solo destaca por su potencia, sino por su capacidad para elevar la calidad visual de cualquier producción. Lo que aprenderás en este episodio:Construcción y Portabilidad: Exploramos su robusto diseño en aluminio y plástico resistente (con un peso de 6.8 libras) y la practicidad de su maletín de transporte acolchado, ideal para rodajes en exteriores.Calidad de Luz: Detallamos su rango bi-color, que permite ajustar la temperatura de 3200K a 5600K, y su impresionante CRI de 97, que garantiza colores naturales y precisos frente a la cámara.Control y Conectividad: Cómo sacarle provecho a la App GVM LED para controlar la luz vía Bluetooth y el uso de sus puertos DMX para configuraciones más complejas.Accesorios y Extras: Desde la versatilidad de la montura Bowens para softboxes hasta los efectos especiales integrados (como relámpagos y paparazzi) que añaden una capa de creatividad a tus escenas.Rendimiento en el Set: Hablamos sobre su sistema de enfriamiento silencioso y los pequeños detalles, como las bridas de velcro para cables, que facilitan el trabajo diario.Si estás buscando una luz potente, profesional y fácil de usar, no te pierdas este análisis detallado de la SD200D.

In this episode, we explore the Cleer Audio Arc 5, a feature-rich open-ear earbud that prioritizes situational awareness without sacrificing audio quality. These lightweight earbuds (11.5g each) utilize an earhook design and deliver THX Spatial Audio certification alongside Dolby Atmos optimization, powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon Sound S5 platform with support for high-resolution codecs including aptX Lossless and LDAC.  The Arc 5 offers practical battery life with 12 hours per charge and 60 hours total via the charging case, which notably features an AMOLED touchscreen for direct control of EQ settings and spatial audio without needing your phone. Additional features include IPX7 water resistance, AI-enhanced call quality, head-gesture controls via a 6-axis motion sensor, and Bluetooth 5.4 multipoint connectivity.    Follow AndroidGuys(X) Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/androidguysInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/androidguysTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@androidguysofficialYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AndroidGuyscomOfficialWebsite: http://www.androidguys.comFollow Scott WebsterInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/scottwebsterFollow Luke GaulInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukegaul

Discover the new Victor Reader Stratus 2 from HumanWare, a modernised, at‑home audiobook player built for blind and low‑vision users. Learn how it differs from the classic Stratus, why it's ideal for home listening, and how AI personalisation with Lady A+ is changing smart speakers for accessible tech enthusiasts. In this episode of Double Tap, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece explore accessible technology for blind users. They kick off with lively banter about AI, browsers, and the nostalgia of classic software like Notepad, then dive into audience feedback on coding with AI for tasks like Braille transcription. David Ward joins to demonstrate Lady A+ personality modes—Brief, Sweet, and Chill—showcasing how Alexa can now infuse charm and personality into responses while enhancing accessibility with voice‑only interaction. Later, Matthew Paquette from HumanWare introduces the Victor Reader Stratus 2, a next‑generation DAISY audiobook player designed for home listening. The Stratus 2 drops the CD drive for online library access, adds USB‑C, Bluetooth, and support for cartridges, while maintaining excellent speaker quality for users with hearing loss or those seeking a simple, robust reading device. Relevant Links HumanWare Victor Reader Stratus 2: https://www.humanware.com ----Follow on:YouTube: https://www.doubletaponair.com/youtubeX (formerly Twitter): https://www.doubletaponair.com/xInstagram: https://www.doubletaponair.com/instagramTikTok: https://www.doubletaponair.com/tiktokThreads: https://www.doubletaponair.com/threadsFacebook: https://www.doubletaponair.com/facebookLinkedIn: https://www.doubletaponair.com/linkedinSubscribe to the Podcast:Apple: https://www.doubletaponair.com/appleSpotify: https://www.doubletaponair.com/spotifyRSS: https://www.doubletaponair.com/podcastiHeadRadio: https://www.doubletaponair.com/iheartAbout Double TapHosted by the insightful duo, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece, Double Tap is a treasure trove of information for anyone who's blind or partially sighted and has a passion for tech. Steven and Shaun not only demystify tech, but they also regularly feature interviews and welcome guests from the community, fostering an interactive and engaging environment. Tune in every day of the week, and you'll discover how technology can seamlessly integrate into your life, enhancing daily tasks and experiences, even if your sight is limited."Double Tap" is a registered trademark of Double Tap Productions Inc. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Improve your foiling skills in paradise! Join us in Montanita Ecuador May 23-30, 2026 for a foil drive / tow / prone foil camp with Ecuador Foil, KT Foiling & Julia Castro. Learn MoreOn this episode, Luc Moore sits down with Charles Dasher and Ladina Van Swoll from Seazen Wind, Wellness & Water on the beautiful island of Bonaire to dive deep into wing foiling, island life, and their unique teaching approach.Fresh off another busy high season, Dasher shares how Seazen has grown in its first full year under the new name, blending high-performance wing foiling with wellness practices like yoga, mobility, breathwork, and meditation tailored specifically for foilers. The conversation covers everything from Bonaire's legendary flat water at Lac Bay — with its unique mix of steady 15–25 knot winds, protected deep-water sections, and safe learning conditions — to the incredible variety of activities both on and off the water.Dasher and Ladina discuss what makes Bonaire special for families and non-watersports partners: world-class snorkeling and scuba right from the beach, rugged desert landscapes with wild donkeys, flamingos and parakeets, Klein Bonaire drift snorkel trips, sunset cruises, and more. On the water, they break down their teaching philosophy across all levels — from complete beginners getting on foil to advanced riders polishing jibes, tacks, backwind 360s, and flag-out foil riding — plus exciting new additions like boat-assisted wake winging and para-winging sessions.The duo also highlights their collaboration with Duotone at Franz Paradise, video analysis on a solar-powered beach TV, Bluetooth coaching headsets, custom private group camps, and the powerful wellness component that helps students stay injury-free, focused, and progressing faster. Plus, a sneak peek at their special August camp with acro-yoga, slacklining, kiting, and SUP options from their Puerto Rico partners.Episode Highlights:Why Lac Bay offers some of the flattest, safest learning water in the Caribbean for wing foilingSeazen's signature blend of wing lessons + targeted yoga, mobility, breathwork & mental trainingIsland activities for families and non-riders: snorkeling, wildlife, tours & moreTeaching styles, gear rentals through Duotone, safety boat support, and custom group experiencesUpcoming camps, including the unique all-inclusive August wellness & watersports packageReal student transformations — going from zero to confident upwind foil riding in one weekWhether you're dreaming of your first wing foil session, looking to level up your transitions in perfect conditions, or planning a wellness-focused watersports getaway with your partner or family, this episode is packed with practical info, inspiration, and Bonaire stoke.

You’re worried. They don’t care. And somehow, headphones have become the hill your relationship might die on. When one mum fears Bluetooth is harming her teen’s brain—and he flatly refuses to listen—this episode unpacks what’s really going on beneath the conflict. Because this isn’t just about radiation. It’s about teenage psychology, risk, independence… and knowing which battles are worth fighting. KEY POINTS Why “I don’t care, I’ll be fine” is peak teenage brain development The surprising truth about Bluetooth and radiation risk What actually is harming teens’ hearing (and why it matters more) Why logic and research rarely change teen behaviour How pushing too hard can quietly damage your relationship The mindset shift that instantly reduces conflict with teens A simple compromise that teens are far more likely to accept QUOTE OF THE EPISODE “‘I don’t care, I’ll be fine’ is the most accurate summary of a teenage boy’s brain.” RESOURCES MENTIONED World Health Organization (2023 review on wireless device exposure) BMJ Global Health study on youth hearing loss risk ACTION STEPS FOR PARENTS Let go of battles that don’t have strong evidence behind them Focus on connection before correction Shift the conversation from “danger” to “practical impact” Set boundaries where it matters most—and hold those consistently Talk about volume, not just device use Offer compromises your teen can realistically agree to Protect the relationship, even when you disagree See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The conclusion of the Viking Age is often associated with the pivotal year 1066, marked by the death of Harald Hardrada at the Battle of Stamford Bridge. Hardrada was a legendary King of Norway who had lived an extraordinary life, serving as an imperial bodyguard in the Byzantine capital of Constantinople where he was rewarded with gold or "embers of the hands." He sought to reclaim the English throne, which had previously been held by King Canute during the era of the North Sea Empire that united England, Denmark, and parts of Norway. While 1066 is a convenient historical bookmark, Barraclough argues it is an Anglo-centric view that ignores the persistence of Norse culture in other regions like Greenland or Russia. The era also featured figures like Harald Bluetooth, who famously claimed to have converted the Danes to Christianity and whose runic initials now serve as the symbol for modern Bluetooth technology. Another symbolic ending occurred much later in 1263 at the Battle of Largs, where King Haakonof Norway faced off against King Alexander III of Scotland. Although the battle was inconclusive, Haakon'ssubsequent death in Orkney led to the Western Isles being ceded to Scotland, marking the end of significant Norwegian political control in the region. 7/81630