Podcasts about Boon

Ebola, hanta, de vogelgriep. Overal lijken opeens nieuwe epidemieën de kop op te steken. Hoever zijn we verwijderd van een nieuwe pandemie? Kunnen we die wel aan als het zo ver is? Hoe verhouden epidemieën zich tot politieke ontwikkelingen en klimaatverandering? Is de manier waarop we op nieuwe uitbraken reageren veranderd sinds corona? En is angst wel een goede raadgever? Leer van ethicus Vivienne Matthies-Boon en infectieziekten-epidemioloog Alma Tostmann over een eventuele nieuwe pandemie. Een nieuwe pandemie? | Actualiteitencollege met ethicus Vivienne Matthies-Boon en infectieziekten-epidemioloog Alma Tostmann | Dinsdag 26 mei 2026 | 12.30 - 13.15 uur | Collegezalencomplex, Radboud Universiteit | Radboud Reflects en VOX Bekijk de terugblik: https://www.ru.nl/diensten/sport-cultuur-en-ontspanning/radboud-reflects/nieuws/een-nieuwe-pandemie-actualiteitencollege-met-ethicus-vivienne-matthies-boon-en-infectieziekten-epidemioloog-alma-tostmann Like deze podcast en abonneer je op dit kanaal. Bekijk ook de agenda voor nog meer verdiepende lezingen: www.ru.nl/radboudreflects Wil je geen enkele verdiepende lezing missen? Schrijf je dan in voor de nieuwsbrief: www.ru.nl/rr/nieuwsbrief

The Heroes of Rock series examines contributors to the far-reaching genre of Rock. From pioneers to superstars, little known artists to trailblazers, one thing unites these heroes: They had the Rock inside them and they found a way to let it out. Today, D. Boon. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon, iHeart, Stitcher and TuneIn. Or listen at SuburbsPod.com. Please rate/review the show on Apple Podcasts and share it with your friends.Visit our website at SuburbsPod.comEmail Jim & Patrick at rock@suburbspod.comFollow us on the Threads, Facebook or Instagram @suburbspodIf you're glad or sad or high, call the Suburban Party Line — 612-440-1984.Theme music: "Ascension," originally by Quartjar, next covered by Frank Muffin and now re-done in a high-voltage version by Quartjar again!  Visit quartjar.bandcamp.com and frankmuffin.bandcamp.com.

Was als Schnapsidee in einer Berliner Bar begonnen hat, das bezahlt Alec Völkel heute die Miete: The BossHoss. 2004 notieren Völkel und sein Freund und Arbeitskollege Sascha Vollmer auf einem Bierdeckel, dass sie Pop- und Rock-Hits zu Country-Songs umbauen könnten. Der anfängliche Spaß ist längst zu einer gut geölten Live-Maschine mit zehn Studioalben (und selbstverständlich eigenen Songs) geworden. Dabei hat der 1972 in Ost-Berlin geborene und im Prenzlauer Berg aufgewachsene Völkel zum Zeitpunkt der Schnapsidee längst einige Bands hinter sich. Mit Sludgehat und Boon tobt er sich zwischen Grunge, Noise und Alternative-Metal aus, Teheran Taxi ist Emo/Indie auf Deutsch. Nur zum Erfolg reicht es nicht, aber immerhin zum Ausleben der Leidenschaft. Völkel ist seit klein auf begeisterter Musikfan. Im Urlaub in Budapest sieht er zufällig vom Balkon aus Iron Maiden. Er liebt Hard Rock, Metal, Punk, Hardcore, aber hat auch ein Herz für Pop. Pünktlich zum Eintritt in die 90er wird er volljährig. Der Mauerfall beschert ihm ganz neue Möglichkeiten, sich in Berlin musikalisch auszuprobieren, Konzerte zu besuchen, Trends mitzumachen. Völkel erzählt von all dem leidenschaftlich und mit Selbstironie. Die Cowboy-Jokes in Sachen BossHoss sind alle gemacht. Nur: Die Band ist für ihn kein Witz, dafür steckt da zu viel Arbeit drin. Und prominente Fans wie Arnold Schwarzenegger, auf dessen Gartenparty sie gespielt haben, sprechen eh für sich. Im ausführlichen Gespräch erfahren wir, woher The BossHoss ihren Namen haben und wie das mit dem Gastbeitrag von Soul-Sängerin Dionne Warwick gelaufen ist. Es geht um das DDR-Label Amiga, um ältere Kumpels, die einem die Musikwelt erweitern und was er sich von seinem Begrüßungsgeld gekauft hat. Und um das Teamwork mit seinem besten Freund und Kreativpartner Vollmer als Jury-Kollegen in "The Voice Of Germany". Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joe DeMayo and guest co-host Jacob Wilkins deliver the latest episode of The Mets Pod, as the Mets wrap a decent May and flip the calendar towards a tougher schedule in June. Jacob and Joe do a deep dive on Carson Benge and A.J. Ewing, and all that's happened for the top prospects since the guys called their action in previous Spring Breakout games. They also look at the continued struggles of the offense, the loud noise that the bullpen is quietly making, and the state of the starting staff.  The show also goes Down on the Farm to see where things stand with slugging prospect Ryan Clifford, and answers Mailbag questions about the MLB trade deadline, Mike Tauchman, A.J. Ewing leading off, and more. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Today's Show: 00:00 Welcome to the show! 02:05 The Week That Was...not bad, not bad 02:50 The state of the starting rotation 05:20 The low-scoring offense 07:30 The bullpen has been great 09:00 Carson Benge and A.J. Ewing 12:35 Down on the Farm: Checking in on Ryan Clifford 18:10 Mailbag – What's up with Mike Tauchman? 20:20 Mailbag - What are you buying at the trade deadline? 27:15 Mailbag – Will A.J. Ewing eventually hit leadoff? 28:55 Mailbag - Changing the schedule of the season 35:10 Closing Thoughts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In dieser Folge trifft Markus erneut Frank Boon – eine der prägenden Figuren der belgischen Lambic- und Gueuze-Welt. Die beiden sprechen im Rahmen des HBCon in Alsfeld – ausgerechnet in einem Weinkeller – über die Nähe von Wein und Lambic und warum eine gute Gueuze aromatisch eher beim Riesling als beim Pils zuhause ist. Frank nimmt uns mit in die Welt der Holzfässer: von kleinen „Brüsseler Tonnen“ bis zu riesigen Lagerfässern, die einst in Brauereien standen, später in französischen Weingütern landeten – und heute wieder in Belgien Lambic reifen lassen. Er erklärt, warum große Fässer die Säure „besser erziehen“, weshalb alte Fässer für Brettanomyces-Kulturen so entscheidend sind und warum neue Fässer oft erst nach vielen Jahren wirklich „Lambic“ schmecken. Nebenbei wird klar: Fasspflege ist nicht nur Technik, sondern Handwerk – und Boon hat sich das über Jahrzehnte selbst aufgebaut, vom Reparieren kleiner Fässer bis zur Arbeit mit meterlangen Dauben. Dann geht es um die belgische Bierkultur als Weltkulturerbe und die „Belgian Beer World“ in der Brüsseler Börse: Frank erzählt, wie schwierig es war, ein Museum zu gestalten, das sowohl Touristen ohne Bierwissen als auch Beer-Nerds abholt – und warum das Konzept bewusst „in Schichten“ funktioniert, inklusive Hefetheater und Rooftop-Bar über den Dächern Brüssels. Zum Schluss wird's historisch: Für Frank liegt der Kern der belgischen Bierkultur nicht in einem einzelnen Stil, sondern in den Städten – jede mit ihrem eigenen Bier. Und er erklärt, wie Lagerbier, Konsolidierung und Qualitätsprobleme in den 60ern viele Traditionen fast verschwinden ließen – und warum am Ende alles an einem Punkt hängt: Qualität. Ohne Qualität bleibt nur Geschichte.

Stel je voor: je koopt een stoffig doosje cassettebandjes en hoort je eigen stem om hulp smeken op een opname van vijfenveertig jaar oud... Podcastmaker Patrick Bassant wordt meegezogen in een koortsachtig mysterie waarin literaire porno en zijn eigen verdrongen lusten de hoofdrol spelen, en de tijd vloeibaar is. Een gedurfde thriller over verleiding, schaamte en de geile, donkere kant die in ons allemaal schuilt.Aflevering 2: Over een slecht geweten, Louis Paul Boon en the male gazePatrick wil de waarheid achter de mysterieuze tapes ontrafelen, maar wanneer de antiquair ontkent dat het meisje met de vlechtjes überhaupt bestaat, beseft hij dat hij al langzaam wegzakt in de weke grond van zijn eigen obsessies. En die leiden hem van de geschiedenis van de girlpower via de literaire porno van de Vlaamse schrijver Boon naar een kelder in Den Haag. Probeer dan je driften nog maar eens in bedwang te houden. Hoort iemand mij? Moord in de blindenbibliotheek werd geschreven, opgenomen, gemonteerd en gesounddesigned door Patrick Bassant. Je hoorde Steyn de Leeuwe als mijn slechte geweten. Inhoudelijke feedback Harold Pflug en David Lucieer. De muziek is van Arnold de Boer, alias ZEA. Je hoorde Harald Austbø op cello. Alle andere instrumenten door Arnold de Boer. Mede mogelijk gemaakt door het Fonds der Letteren. Première op het Festival Schelp voor audiofictie 6 juni 2026. Een onderdeel van de Inktpodcast.

We cover 9 huge stories today. We would like to take a moment to wish all of our great Veterans a Happy Memorial Day, who gave their all so we could be free. Getting to spend time with my 91-year-old Vietnam Vet Dad, who was the only one who came back from Vietnam from College his friends, is very much appreciated, and it helps me be more grateful for the currently deployed great members of our military.Make no mistake - if the deal is done without the Venezuelan-style controls in place, it just means that the IRGC will be back again like a bad dream or an ex-wife.1. Iran Nuclear Deal & Strait of HormuzThe podcast opens with discussion of potential negotiations between the US and Iran regarding the Strait of Hormuz. Key points include:President Trump's efforts to broker a deal that could reopen the strait for 30-60 daysConcerns about financial controls over Iranian oil to prevent funding of proxy fightersThe IRGC's establishment of the Persian Gulf Strait Authority and their territorial claimsLNG tankers turning off transponders and navigating around the strait2. US LNG Exports & Natural Gas DemandExtensive coverage of America's energy export capabilities:The US is now the world's top LNG exporter with 11.9-14.9 BCF per day in 2024-2025Projections show exports doubling to 30 BCF per day by 2050Major projects like Cheniere Energy's Corpus Christi expansionThe technology that shrinks natural gas molecules 600 times for transport3. AI in Oil & Gas IndustryDiscussion of AI's transformative potential:AI could unlock $500 billion for oil and gas producers by 2030Emphasis on the need for accountability, validation, and explainability in AI implementationReal-world example: ADNOC reported $500 million in AI-driven revenueThe importance of data orchestration and legacy system integration4. Germany's Energy Crisis & DeindustrializationCritical analysis of Germany's net-zero policies:Germany's decision to shut down nuclear and coal plants has backfiredReal GDP contracted 3% in 2023 and 2% in 2024Volkswagen considering closing three German plants with 30,000+ layoffsComparison to similar policies in California and New York5. Ukraine War & Russian Oil InfrastructureBrief coverage of ongoing conflict impacts:Russian Black Sea oil port attacked by dronesDiscussion of the need to end the Ukraine warCalls for Ukrainian leadership change6. Jamie Dimon's Economic WarningsDiscussion of JPMorgan CEO's concerns:$5-6 trillion in leveraged corporate debt facing refinancing challengesParallels drawn to 2005-2007 financial crisisConcerns about equity values and market stressCommentary on the Federal Reserve's role and structure7. Jones Act & US ShippingDiscussion of maritime policy:Jones Act waiver creating opportunities for foreign tankersNeed for US-built tankers and shipyardsCritique of relying on foreign solutions to domestic energy crises8. Permian Basin ActivityCoverage of oil and gas M&A activity:Deal-making surge in the Delaware BasinDevon Energy's major acquisition of undeveloped acresImportance of oil and gas royalties for local communities9. Stock Analysis & Market TrendsTechnical analysis of energy sector stocks including:Nano Nuclear Energy (NNE)Devon EnergyCheniere EnergyChevronLiberty EnergyExxon MobilThe podcast emphasizes energy independence, the importance of reliable energy sources, and skepticism toward certain net-zero policies while advocating for balanced energy solutions.1.Good News but not Final News on the Iran War and Re-opening of the Strait of Hormuz2.QatarEnergy's Third LNG Tanker Exits the Strait of Hormuz Amid Fragile Diplomacy and Iranian Oversight3.What Does the Demand for Natural Gas and LNG Look Like for the Next 20 Years?4.AI Could Unlock $500 Billion for Oil and Gas Producers by 2030 — But Only with Accountability5.WSJ Writes – If the Road to Economic Hell is paved with Good Intentions, don't expect to see German Cars driving on it6.Russia's Key Black Sea Oil Port on Fire After Drone Attack: Grushovaya Terminal Hit in Latest Ukrainian Strike7.Jamie Dimon Warns of Serious Risks: US Economic Vulnerabilities, Fed Rates, Debt Refinancing Crunch, and Real Estate Implications8.The Jones Act Waiver has Turned Into a Boon for California at Our Nation's Expense9.There's a Party Going on in the Permian Delaware – Reese Energy ConsultingCheck out the Energy News Beat SubStack https://theenergynewsbeat.substack.com/A shout-out to Steve Reese and the Reese Energy Consulting group for sponsoring the Podcast https://reeseenergyconsulting.com/.Data2 if you have any business systems, can you trust A? Well, they have the patent on validation. . https://data2.zoholandingpage.com/energyAnd we have WellDatabase rolling in as a new sponsor. https://welldatabase.com/

Waarom is de boon toch zo'n ondergeschoven kindje in ons menu? In het tweede del van dit tweeluik ga ik met Jumbo in gesprek over hoe de supermarkt de consument aan de boon wil krijgen. Ook proef ik met Joel Broekaert verschillende smakelijke én minder smakelijk bonen. Hij geeft ons tips & trics om de boon ‘t lekkerst te bereiden.Met:Joël Broekaert (website – instagram – linkedin)Marjolein Brasz, Foodvalley (website – linkedin)David van Dooijeweert, Jumbo (linkedin)Interviews en montage: Esther MolenwijkResearch: Mara RuijterVegan Voxpop: Tessa StevensAudio mixage: Marlon van der Pas, Nothing BlankHelp ons het plantaardige nieuws te verspreiden: deel deze podcast.Ga naar studioplantaardig.nl en volg ons via BlueSky, Mastodon, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok & #StudioPlantaardigGeef onze podcast ook een rating en schrijf een mooie recensie. Alvast enorm bedankt!

Tijl Nuyts won met zijn debuutroman 'Grondwerk', Benny Lindelauf & Ingrid Godon met 'De vrouw en zijn hoofd'. Annelies en Joris doken in beide winnaars: van een naakte molrat die zich een weg graaft onder Brussel en zo de fundamenten van onze samenleving blootlegt, tot een vrouw die verderleeft met enkel het hoofd van haar man in een verhaal dat tegelijk absurd en ontroerend is. Twee totaal verschillende boeken, elk met een heel eigen vorm en toon: maar hoe leesbaar zijn ze?

You need to stop what you are doing and go watch Stumble on Peacock if you haven't seen it! If you have seen it, go rewatch it! I am hoping that NBC will change their minds, or that someone else will pick up this show. This show is fantastic and needs to be around for more seasons. If you don't have any knowledge of this show, it says Jenn Lyon and Taran Killam and the synopsis is...After being fired from her beloved role as head coach of a first-class cheerleading team, Courteney Potter is ready to stage the ultimate comeback. Just one championship shy of becoming the winningest college cheer coach ever, she takes a new job in a small Southern town where she recruits a group of lovable misfits in the hopes of training them to become a competitive squad. But getting this collection of underdogs to the nationals in the highly competitive world of junior college cheer might just be Courteney's toughest job yet.Stumble Cocktails:"We Can. We Will. We Must."Ingredients1 oz vodka1 oz tequila blanco1 oz coconut rum3 oz pineapple juice1 oz orange juice1 /2 oz lime juice1/2 oz simple syrup or coconut syrupSplash of grenadineDirections Fill shaker with ice.Add all ingredients except grenadine.Shake hard.Pour into a tall glass with fresh ice.Add a splash of grenadine for a sunset effect."The Texas Manhattan / The Head Injury"Ingredients2 oz of 814 Smoky Bacon Whiskey1 oz of Sapling Vermont Liqueur2-3 Dashes of Strongwater Black Walnut BittersBacon and Walnut for GarnishDirectionsAdd whiskey, Vermont maple liqueur, and bitters into mixing glass.Fill the mixing glass with ice and stir for 15-20 seconds until well-chilled.Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass.Garnish with bacon and a walnut.Stumble Drinking Game:Drink when...Daytona is mentioned.SDSJC or Heådlston is mentioned.Boon mentions his football injury.you see candy buttons.Madonna falls asleep.Dimarcus shows off.something is blurred out.Krystal advertises something.“We can. We will. We must.”Steven is clumsy.Peaches steals something.Courteney draws on the calendar.there is a special guest star.for an “oh

In deze aflevering van De Interieur Club Podcast spreekt Mark Timo met Roland Kokkeler, Chief Design Officer bij Studio Piet Boon.Roland is al 24 jaar verbonden aan de studio en is eindverantwoordelijk voor de creatieve output binnen alle disciplines: van particuliere en corporate projecten tot hospitality en productdesign. Studio Piet Boon groeide uit van een Nederlandse studio met een residentiële basis tot een internationaal opererend ontwerpbedrijf met projecten over de hele wereld.Centraal in deze aflevering staat de vraag: hoe ontwerp je tijdloos, zonder ongevoelig te worden voor de wereld om je heen?We praten over trends, maar vooral over waarom Studio Piet Boon niet trendgevoelig wil zijn. Roland vertelt hoe de studio werkt met lagen, rust en balans, en hoe accenten juist vervangbaar mogen zijn zonder dat een ontwerp zijn kracht verliest.Natuurlijk gaat het ook uitgebreid over Rosewood Amsterdam, het voormalige Paleis van Justitie dat werd getransformeerd tot luxury hotel. Een project van bijna tien jaar, waarin historie, monumentale waarde, kleuronderzoek en hospitality samenkwamen. Geen kamer is hetzelfde: alle 134 kamers moesten individueel worden ontworpen.Daarnaast vertelt Roland over internationale projecten zoals Rosewood Miyako in Japan, waar lokale rituelen, cultuur en omgeving een grote rol spelen in het ontwerp. Ook bespreken we productdesign, licensing partners, Milaan Design Week, AI en de toekomst van de interieurbranche.In deze aflevering hoor je onder andere:– hoe Studio Piet Boon haar identiteit bewaakt binnen grote internationale projecten– waarom hospitality volgens Roland baat heeft bij een residentiële benadering– hoe je omgaat met een monumentaal gebouw vol historie– waarom Rosewood Amsterdam geen letterlijk Amsterdams decor mocht worden– hoe lokale cultuur een ontwerp kan verdiepen– wat volgens Roland de kern is van een goed ontwerp– waarom bestendigheid belangrijker is dan een tijdelijke kickEen inspirerende aflevering voor interieurontwerpers, architecten, stylisten en iedereen die werkt in de interieurbranche.Muziek/producent: Music from #Uppbeathttps://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/sunnyLicense code: TUXOJDHYFVJS1TBH

BOON! BOOM BOON!!! BOON BOON BOOOOOM!!!!Remember our motto: "BUY A SHIRT!"Merch: https://game-mess.creator-spring.com/Patreon: https://patreon.com/gamemess Discord: https://discord.gg/gamemess

Dr. Sidhbh Gallagher from Dundalk, now based in Miami Florida, is experiencing the impact of weigh loss drugs in her line of work. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

U.S. hotels say the promised economic boon from the World Cup hasn not yet materialized. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.

Fartumo Kusow is a high school English teacher, novelist, podcaster, activist, and mother of five who lives in Windsor, Ontario. Born in Somalia, Fartumo immigrated to Canada in 1991, at the start of the civil war, with fluency in Somali and Arabic but not English, and went on to earn two degrees. Fartumo Kusow first appeared on this podcast in 2020, chatting about her second novel which was her debut novel in English, Tale of a Boon's Wife. She's here with us today to discuss her new novel, Winter of My Spring, published by Spark Press in March 2026. https://fartumokusow.com/https://gosparkpress.com/portfolio/fartumo-kusow/

Sunday 10 May 2026 - Evening MeetingLuke 9:1-9 - Stephen Boonhttps://youtube.com/live/WuZ9tV5Iu_g?feature=share

In this episode of "90 Miles from Needles: The Desert Protection Podcast," Chris dives deep into the pressing issue of the Colorado River water crisis. As the lifeblood of many thriving cities and fertile fields in the southwestern United States, the Colorado River is now at the heart of a controversial and complex debate over water rights and sustainability in the face of an ongoing drought. But many participants in the debate overlook a surprising product created with the majority of the Colorado River's water. Key Takeaways: The Colorado River is a critical water source facing significant stress due to prolonged drought and historical policy misestimations. Alfalfa and other cattle feed crops consume over 50% of the Colorado River’s water, with substantial portions exported overseas. The 1922 Colorado River Compact's archaic provisions challenge present water rights negotiations, significantly impacting Indigenous and Mexican stakeholders. Environmental change can be driven by altering consumer habits, reducing the demand for water-intensive agricultural products like beef. Efforts are underway to conserve water within the river’s biggest irrigation districts, though solutions require collective policy and personal lifestyle adjustments. Notable Quotes: "The Compact of 1922 vastly overestimated the amount of water that would be in the Colorado River in an average year." "55% of all the water used in the Colorado River Basin is used to irrigate cattle feed crops." "An acre foot of water makes 650 cheeseburgers." Resources: Lake Powell water level crisis sparks emergency response - Newsweek https://www.newsweek.com/lake-powell-water-level-crisis-sparks-emergency-response-11849167 Water and Tribes https://www.waterandtribes.org/projects#dataltem-1111lvui The 20 Farming Families Who Use More Water From the Colorado River Than Some Western States - ProPublica https://projects.propublica.org/california-farmers-colorado-river/ How a California Clean Energy Program Became a Boon for Big Dairies https://sentientmedia.org/california-clean-energy-program-boon-for-big-dairies/ California farms face pressure to boost efficiency as water supply declines | PBS News https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/california-farms-face-pressure-to-boost-efficiency-as-water-supply-declines Eliminate the Imperial Irrigation District? - Legal Planet https://legal-planet.org/2025/12/19/eliminate-the-imperial-irrigation-district/ Provisional Upper Colorado River Basin Consumptive Uses and Losses Report: 2016-2020 https://www.usbr.gov/uc/DocLibrary/Reports/ConsumptiveUsesLosses/uc-ucrb-provisionalconsumptiveusesandlosses-2021-2025-508-20251200.pdf Dairy's Large Water Footprint - FoodPrint https://foodprint.org/blog/dairy-water-footprint/Water scarcity and fish imperilment driven by beef production https://digitalcommons.unl.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1064&context=wffdocs The Colorado River's alfalfa problem - High Country News https://www.hcn.org/articles/landline-the-colorado-rivers-alfalfa-problem/ Western US states fail to agree on plan to manage Colorado River before federal deadline | The Guardian https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2025/nov/12/colorado-river-agreement-state-negotiators California, the biggest water user in the basin, pitches Colorado River framework • Nevada Current https://nevadacurrent.com/2025/12/17/california-the-biggest-water-user-in-the-basin-pitches-colorado-river-framework/ The Colorado River | Briefing | EESI https://www.eesi.org/briefings/view/021925riversThe Colorado River - Public Policy Institute of California https://www.ppic.org/publication/the-colorado-river/ 90 Miles from Needles: The Desert Protection Podcast website Follow the podcast on social media: Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky, and Threads by searching "90 Miles from Needles". Donate to support the podcast: Text NEEDLES to 53555 or visit 90milesfromneedles.com/donate. Become a desert defender!: https://90milesfromneedles.com/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Merriam-Webster's Word of the Day for April 27, 2026 is: boondoggle • BOON-dah-gul • noun A boondoggle is an expensive and wasteful project usually paid for with public money. Boondoggle is also a word for a braided cord worn by Boy Scouts as a neckerchief slide, hatband, or ornament. // Critics say the dam is a complete boondoggle—over budget, behind schedule, and unnecessary. See the entry > Examples: "A controversial proposal to construct a new bridge from Bridgeport to Long Island is either a bold, visionary step into the future or an unaffordable boondoggle that could cost more than $50 billion." — Christopher Keating, The Hartford (Connecticut) Courant, 8 Mar. 2026 Did you know? When boondoggle popped up in the early 1900s, lots of people tried to explain where the word came from. One theory traced it to an Ozarkian word for "gadget," while another related it to the Tagalog word that gave us boondocks. Another hypothesis suggested that boondoggle came from the name of leather toys Daniel Boone supposedly made for his dog. But the only theory that is supported by evidence is much simpler. In the 1920s, Robert Link, a scoutmaster for the Boy Scouts of America, apparently coined the word to name the braided leather cords made and worn by scouts. The word came to prominence when such a boondoggle was presented to the Prince of Wales at the 1929 World Jamboree, and it's been with us ever since. Over time, it developed the additional sense describing a wasteful or impractical project.

Keith Levy, Operating Partner at Sonoma Brands Capital Keith Levy backed an exit of just under $1B  and a $400M exit using the same five-pillar framework, and he starts with the founder every time. Finance comes last. As Operating Partner at Sonoma Brands Capital, Keith has spent six years evaluating consumer brands across food, beverage, pet food, snacks, and cosmetics. Before that he was CMO at Anheuser-Busch through the $52B InBev deal, president of Royal Canin USA for Mars, and the strategic acquirer who led the Kind acquisition at Mars Wrigley. He knows what the data room doesn't show you, and this conversation is built around that gap. The first of two episodes covers the full five-pillar CPG diligence framework and the Touchland and Boon's case studies. The second episode, out the following week, covers CPG brand lifecycle, exit positioning, and capital allocation.   What You'll Learn Why the founder evaluation comes before the financials. How to read product-market fit the way an operator does, not a financial analyst. What a credible go-to-market strategy looks like vs. one that crashes in execution. Why supply chain control is now a diligence requirement, not an afterthought. How to get the right operators inside a strategic acquirer interested before a banker calls. The Touchland case study: under $1B exit in less than two years The Bachan's Japanese BBQ sauce case study: ($400M) exit with McCormick at the table. ____________________ If you evaluate consumer brand investments and want a framework for the risks the model won't surface, DealPilot, powered by M&A Science, has the practitioner playbook. Join at mascience.com/membership.   Already a member? The bonus conversation with Keith is live now: boards, earnouts, and the hardest lessons from six years backing consumer brands, exclusively for M&A Science members. ____________________ This episode is sponsored by DealRoom DealMax starts Monday. Find us at the Aria DealRoom: Booth 109, M&A Science: Booth 208. Kison will be signing copies of Buyer-Led M&A all three days, and we've got a candy bar and swag worth stopping for. Then, join us monday night for a happy hour, RSVP here: https://hubs.ly/Q043VnNH0 ____________________ Episode Chapters [00:00:00] Intro [00:02:02] Keith's background overview (24 years at AB, $52B InBev deal – narrated) [00:05:40] Running Royal Canin and joining Mars / Mars Wrigley [00:08:45] Why Mars acquired Kind [00:09:15] What is Sonoma Brands and how Keith got there [00:10:17] The Budweiser CMO era & favorite ads [00:15:12] The Mars / Wrigley China integration [00:23:15] How Sonoma Brands evolved from venture to growth equity [00:25:11] Why deals don't work and what Sonoma changed [00:27:12] The Keith Levy CPG diligence framework [00:30:04] How to evaluate a founder [00:35:40] What product‑market fit actually looks like [00:38:32]  Touchland: under $1B exit in two years [00:39:05] Go‑to‑market: sequencing channels & steady growth [00:41:10] Why TAM is just a sniff test [00:43:31] Why how you make the product matters more than you think [00:47:08] The real value an operating partner brings  

For transcriptions and more detailed shownotes, please go to: https://swordschool.shop/blogs/podcast/episode-217-capoferro-ai-and-the-missing-zero-with-dr-marc-heimann  To support the show, come join the Patrons at  https://www.patreon.com/theswordguy Dr Marc Heimann is a Philosopher of Technology in Hamburg whose work formalizes the intersection of continental logic and the operational mechanics of large language models. (It'll all become clear in the episode.) We discuss the ethical implications of AI in enhancing human capabilities versus diminishing them, particularly for students. We also delve into the relationship between Freudian language theory and modern AI. Despite its current limitations, there's also a very interesting potential for AI use in historical martial arts research, where we could use it to provide new insights without modern biases. Don't worry, there'll be plenty of swordy stuff mixed in with the AI! Marc is also a practicing historical martial artist, and we connected over Capoferro's theory of tempo. Books and papers mentioned in the episode: The History of Zero: The Nothing That Is (Kaplan, 1999).

 Kaplan, Robert. 1999. The Nothing That Is: A Natural History of Zero. Oxford University Press. The Impetus Theory: Maier, Anneliese (1940). Die Impetustheorie Der Scholastik. While this isn't in English, it is widely considered by specialists to be the definitive work on the subject.
 Maier, Anneliese. 1940. Die Impetustheorie Der Scholastik. A. Schroll & Co. Engineering Margins & Philosophy: Research on the "problem of margins" (Eckert et al., 2019) and the broader philosophy of engineering (Aslaksen, 2018; Boon, 2021).
 Eckert, Claudia, Ola Isaksson, and Chris Earl. 2019. “Design Margins: A Hidden Issue in Industry.” Design Science https://doi.org/10.1017/dsj.2019.7. Aslaksen, Eric W. 2018. “An Engineer's Approach to the Philosophy of Engineering.” In Philosophy of Engineering, East and West, edited by Carl Mitcham, Bocong LI, Byron Newberry, and Baichun ZHANG. Springer International Publishing. Boon, Mieke. 2021. “Scientific Methodology in the Engineering Sciences.” In The Routledge Handbook of the Philosophy of Engineering, edited by Diane P. Michelfelder and Neelke Doorn. Routledge Handbooks in Philosophy. Taylor & Francis Group. Freud & AI: Marc's paper that goes into much greater detail regarding transformer models and what it means for psychoanalysis. 
 Heimann, Marc. 2026. “Freudian AI?: Transformer Models as a Proof of Concept for a Central Hypothesis in Freudian Theory.” Lacunae: APPI International Journal for Lacanian Psychoanalysis, no. 29. The Stillness of the Sword: Tempo as a logic of time: Marc Heimann's paper explores the concepts of tempo and stillness in the works of 16th- and 17th-century fencing masters Fabris, Capo Ferro, and Agrippa. 

When does training become trickery become manipulation?In Episode #519 of 'Meanderings', Juan and I discuss: the messy art of celebrating wins, the difference between admiration and genuine celebration, how expectations can warp our enjoyment of milestones, how to separate rewards from celebrations, why minimum thresholds matter, and how to design simple, sustainable rituals that create real memories and why routine can quietly erase the impulse to recognise achievements. Stan Link: https://stan.store/meremortalsTimeline:(00:00:00) Intro(00:02:00) State of the podcast: cadence, book reviews, life updates(00:03:45) Milestones hit but rarely celebrated: listens, views, totals(00:06:50) From optimisation to ease: audio quality, AI cleanup, and routines(00:10:40) Gratitude for better gear versus big milestone parties(00:13:44) Tiny rewards after effort: beer in the shower and habit loops(00:16:56) Long‑term mindset: willpower, running mileage, and durable rewards(00:21:58) Birthdays, experiences, and low‑key celebrations for others(00:24:52) Do milestones create memories worth keeping?(00:30:00) Expectations shape feelings: two athletes, same silver, different joy(00:32:14) Should celebration be separate from expectations?(00:35:15) Rewarding effort vs outcome: half marathon thought experiment(00:40:05) Positive manipulation, parenting and intent behind rewards(00:44:45) Overblown rewards backfire: the doughnut race cautionary tale(00:47:56) Ritualising post‑run rewards without overdoing it(00:51:41) Wrap‑up: goals for next week and tongue‑in‑cheek yacht plans(00:55:18) Closing thanks and sign‑off Connect with Mere Mortals:Website: https://www.meremortalspodcasts.com/Discord: https://discord.gg/jjfq9eGReUTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/meremortalspodsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meremortalspodcasts/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@meremortalspodcastsValue 4 Value Support:Boostagram: https://www.meremortalspodcasts.com/supportPaypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/meremortalspodcast

“But if you have faith still in the words of Lord Shiva, my dear king of the demons, then why don't you make an experiment by putting your hand on your head? If the benediction proves false, then you can immediately kill this liar, Lord Shiva, so that in the future he will not dare to give out false benedictions.” (Lord Narayana in the guise of a mendicant speaking to Vrikasura, Krishna, The Supreme Personality of Godhead, Volume 2, Chapter 33)

Wie was de Duitse filosoof, socioloog en publiek intellectueel Jürgen Habermas? Habermas is onlangs op 96-jarige leeftijd overleden. Als kind van de oorlog streed hij zijn hele leven voor vrijheid, democratie en de liberale rechtsstaat. Waarom was Habermas een van de invloedrijkste denkers van de twintigste eeuw? En waarom is zijn werk ook vandaag nog zo van belang? Leer van sociaal filosoof Vivienne Matthies-Boon en politiek filosoof Bert van den Brink wat Habermas heeft betekend voor de democratie zoals we die nu kennen en wat hij vond van sociale media. Wie was filosoof en socioloog Jürgen Habermas? | lezing en gesprek met sociaal filosoof Vivienne Matthies-Boon en politiek filosoof Bert van den Brink | Dinsdag 31 maart 2026 | 20.00 - 21.30 uur| Collegezalencomplex, Radboud Universiteit | Radboud Reflects Bekijk de terugblik: https://www.ru.nl/diensten/sport-cultuur-en-ontspanning/radboud-reflects/nieuws/wie-was-filosoof-en-socioloog-jurgen-habermas-lezing-en-gesprek-met-sociaal-filosoof-vivienne-matthies-boon-en-politiek-filosoof-bert-van-den-brink Bekijk de video: Like deze podcast en abonneer je op dit kanaal. Bekijk ook de agenda voor nog meer verdiepende lezingen: www.ru.nl/radboudreflects Wil je geen enkele verdiepende lezing missen? Schrijf je dan in voor de nieuwsbrief: www.ru.nl/rr/nieuwsbrief

How does one Jam Econo? Baxie talks to the legendary Mike Watt! Since forming The Minutemen with the late D. Boon in 1980 Mike Watt has become one of the busiest and most respected bass players ever. He's repeatedly been listed as one of the all-time greats by the NME, The LA Weekly, and Bass Player Magazine (who awarded him their lifetime achievement award in 2008.) Watt has played with The Stooges, fIREHOSE, members of Sonic Youth, Eddie Vedder, Krist Novoselic and Dave Grohl from Nirvana, Flea, the Beastie Boys, Jane's Addiction, and literally dozens and dozens more. Watt talks about all of that, the “movement”, and “We Jam Econo”. This is a truly WILD interview, and I can't wait to have him back on! Listen on Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Spotify, and on the Rock102 app! Brought to you by Metro Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Chicopee.

As the World Cup draws closer, hotel associations in host cities tell Forbes they are resigned to seeing a smaller economic lift than FIFA had promised. KEY FACTS The heads of hotel associations in three World Cup host cities—New York City, Philadelphia and San Francisco—told Forbes they have not seen a World Cup surge in demand so far. In recent weeks, FIFA cancelled tens of thousands of reserved rooms in host cities across the U.S., Canada and Mexico. “The tea leaves are showing us that the demand the World Cup was meant to drive isn't materializing, at least right now,” Evan Saunders, senior vice president of travel at the location intelligence firm Azira, told Forbes. CRUCIAL QUOTE “My hunch is the World Cup will be a huge success as a sporting tournament. On TV, the stadiums will appear full or almost full—but that's not necessarily the same thing as a tourism success,” Alan Fyall, associate dean at the University of Central Florida's Rosen College of Hospitality Management, told Forbes.  DEMAND FAILS TO LIVE UP TO FIFA HYPE  Some World Cup host cities are grateful they didn't put all their eggs in the World Cup basket. “Contrary to the massive hype” accompanying FIFA's World Cup announcement a year ago, when the soccer body forecasted millions of international visitors would deliver a $30.5 billion economic boost to the U.S., “demand has certainly not been at anywhere near that level,” Vijay Dandapani, president and CEO of the Hotel Association of New York City, told Forbes, adding that forward hotel bookings in New York for June and July are virtually identical to the same period last year. “Now, could all of that change and we see a rush of business? We all certainly hope so, but hope is not an expectation.” Philadelphia hoteliers “weren't thrilled” when FIFA recently cancelled roughly 2,000 room reservations for the tournament, Ed Grose, president and CEO of the Greater Philadelphia Hotel Association, told Forbes. “But at the same time, there's still a lot going on in Philadelphia this year. We are still hoping for an awesome FIFA World Cup, but even without that, we're still having a banner year” thanks to two citywide conventions hosted while the tournament is taking place. In California's Bay Area, many hotel leaders gauged World Cup demand more conservatively because they remember the last time the U.S. hosted the tournament in 1994, Alex Bastian, president and CEO of the Hotel Council of San Francisco, told Forbes. They tracked team placements and match schedules and “brought a clear understanding of the nuances and the true financial impact of the tournament,” he said, “and as a result, they adopted a more conservative forecasting strategy. That being said, we remain excited about the event, not only for its economic potential but because it will put our city in a global spotlight.” Read the full story on Forbes: By Suzanne Rowan Kelleher https://www.forbes.com/sites/suzannerowankelleher/2026/04/08/hotels-world-cup-economic-boon-not-materializing/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

These episodes of #thePOZcast, live from Unleash 2026 in Las Vegas, are proudly brought to you by our friends at PIN. AI recruiting tools that automate candidate sourcing, screening, and scheduling across 850M+ profiles. Built for recruiters, agencies, and hiring teams. Learn more and check out a demo:  https://www.pin.com/book-a-demo?via=adam-posner Thanks for listening, and please follow us on Insta @NHPTalent and www.youtube.com/thePOZcast For all episodes, please check out www.thePOZcast.com Matt Charney is a prominent voice in the recruiting, talent acquisition, and HR technology space. As Principal Analyst for Industry and Markets at Kyle & Co, he covers startups, M&A, the TA ecosystem, strategic partnerships, and capital markets, providing deep analysis on HR tech funding, market strategy, and industry dynamics. He also serves as Executive Editor at Mediabistro and as an Editor at ERE Media, where he produces sharp, insightful content on the future of work, AI in hiring, recruitment marketing, and emerging trends, served with a side of snark.  With over 15 years of experience, Matt has held leadership roles including Editor in Chief and CMO at Recruiter.com, partner and Managing Editor at Recruiting Daily (which he helped grow into a leading HR media brand), Chief Content Officer at Allegis Global Solutions, and Head of Industry & Product Marketing at SmartRecruiters. He began his career as a corporate recruiter for companies like Walt Disney and Warner Bros. A graduate of the George Lucas School for Cinematic Arts at the University of Southern California, Matt also advises a variety of high growth HR Technology companies, including Humanly, Joveo, Dalia, Hiring Branch, HeyHire, Perfect Hire, Boon, Textio and Noota. ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 – Vegas banter & setting the stage Light opening, personality, and rapport—setting the tone for an unfiltered conversation. 02:00 – “What do you actually do?” Charney on connecting startups with capital—and “trolling” the industry as a side effect. 04:30 – From screenwriting to recruiting A non-traditional path from Hollywood to corporate recruiting leadership. 08:00 – Why recruiting is still the best job in the world The overlooked impact: changing lives through employment. 11:00 – Has recruiting actually changed? Spoiler: not really. The goal is still making hires—everything else is layered complexity. 14:00 – The truth about AI in TA tech AI as the latest buzzword cycle, echoing past trends like social recruiting and big data. 18:00 – The “AI anxiety” problem in HR Why TA leaders feel behind—and why no one is actually ahead. 21:00 – Should recruiters become AI experts? Charney pushes back: focus on business outcomes, not technical cosplay. 25:00 – Where AI actually works today High-volume hiring as the strongest real-world use case. 28:00 – Where AI breaks down Knowledge work, personalization, and the limits of automation. 31:00 – Tools that actually impress (Gamma, workflows, experimentation) Practical use cases that genuinely save time and effort. 35:00 – LinkedIn, data control, and the real business model Why LinkedIn doesn't need to “win” recruiting—and why it won't disappear. 40:00 – Why most new HR tech ideas fail Recycled concepts, inherent bias, and “Chatroulette for jobs.” 44:00 – The next disruption: consolidation & enterprise integration The future isn't more tools—it's fewer, integrated systems. 48:00 – VC, PE, and the business of HR tech Private equity driving consolidation while startups chase valuation. 52:00 – Buzzword bingo & industry frustrations AI, “human-centered,” and the marketing clichés that need to die. 55:00 – The 3 questions every vendor must answer How do you make recruiting easier? What do you do differently? How do you make money? 58:00 – Final thoughts: stop chasing trends Focus on outcomes, not tools. Recruiting is still about people.

saas.unbound is a podcast for and about founders who are working on scaling inspiring products that people love, brought to you by https://saas.group/, a serial acquirer of B2B SaaS companies. In episode #14 of season 6, Anna Nadeina talks with Pieter Boon, co-founder of ImpactPilot, a Customer Success (CS) platform designed specifically as an add-on for HubSpot.Pieter spent his career in post-sale roles — from Google's ads team to a SaaS startup he helped sell to a unicorn. Now he's building Impact Pilot, a customer success tool that lives inside HubSpot, not next to it. Three months after launch, HubSpot announced a competing feature. Here's what happened next.In this episode: → Why standalone CS platforms create "ghost towns" of stale data → The difference between customer support and customer success (and why it matters for retention) → The classic first-hire mistake that sets CS teams up to fail → How to use AI in customer success without damaging real customer relationships → Why Pieter raised only $500K — and what he used it for → The one tactic that keeps customers renewing: celebrate their wins with themThis episode is for B2B SaaS founders and revenue leaders thinking seriously about post-sale growth, churn, and when (and how) to build a CS function.----------- Episode's Chapters -----------0:00 — Introduction & Welcome0:34 — Pieter's Background: From Google to SaaS Startup Founder2:04 — Customer Support vs. Customer Success Explained3:11 — Do All SaaS Companies Need a CS Team?5:05 — Why Impact Pilot is Built Inside HubSpot (Not Standalone)10:09 — Why HubSpot Over Salesforce? Narrowing the ICP12:21 — Bootstrapping to Angel Round: The Fundraising Mindset Shift15:04 — How to Start Customer Success as a SaaS Founder19:07 — Using AI in Customer Success: Use Cases & Guardrails31:02 — What "Being Active on LinkedIn" Actually Means34:42 — Building Your First CS Team the Right Way39:51 — Biggest Win, Biggest Challenge & One Founder HackPieter - https://www.linkedin.com/in/pieter-boon/ImpactPilot - https://impactpilot.io/Subscribe to our channel to be the first to see the interviews that we publish - https://www.youtube.com/@saas-groupStay up to date:Twitter: https://twitter.com/SaaS_groupLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/14790796

Rick St. Pierre Rick St. Pierre, originally from New Bedford, Massachusetts, had a 20 year career in the Coast Guard that included some time as the officer in charge at Boon Island Light Station in Maine. He was the officer in charge 1973 to 1975. In this interview, he remembers the daily duties on the island as well as the station’s resident ghost. Boon Island Light Station, U.S. Coast Guard photo. All the light station buildings except for the lighthouse tower have been destroyed. Rick’s years in the Coast Guard also included 3 ½ years on the cutter Eagle, on a weather cutter off the east coast of Canada, and on the cutter Storis, enforcing maritime law around Alaska. He lived at West Chop Light Station on Martha's Vineyard for a while when he was the executive petty officer at Coast Guard Station Menemsha. He also spent time at search and rescue stations including South Portland, Maine, and he ended his Coast Guard career at Governors Island in New York. The Coast Guard cutter Eagle. U.S.Coast Guard photo.

This week in a bit of Boon for the show, we'll test-driving a new hog - but not just any hog, this ride is possessed by a bit of a speed demon. It eats protocol droids for breakfast, it doesn't run on gas, and goes 0-60 on pure undiluted blood of former Grange Hill actors.Yes, it's I Bought a Vampire Motorcycle. And joining me to kick start this chat, is the one true Prince of Wales, Simon Love!Buy Simon's album hereCheck out his website here for live dates Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In dieser Folge nehmen wir euch mit auf eine faszinierende Spurensuche durch die Geschichte des Lambik-Bieres. Wir räumen mit romantischen Mythen auf und zeigen, wie aus einem exklusiven Luxusgetränk der Brüsseler Oberschicht ein weltbekannter Bierstil wurde. Gemeinsam mit den Erkenntnissen des Historikers Raf Meert trennen wir Fakten von Legenden und beleuchten, warum vieles, was wir über Lambik, Faro und Geuze zu wissen glaubten, so nie gestimmt hat. Wir sprechen über Exportstrategien, urbane Legenden und wie das ländliche Image von Lambik erst durch Marketing und Tourismus entstand. Begleitet uns auf dieser Reise durch Biergeschichte, die nicht nur unser Bild von Lambik, sondern vielleicht auch euren nächsten Biergenuss verändern wird!

16. Guest Max Meizlish explores Iran's use of "market asymmetry" and information warfare to manipulate global energy prices,. By denying peace progress, Iran spikes oil costs, providing a significant financial boon to Russia,. (16)MAY 1925, HEIR APPARENT TO THE DECEASED LENIN   

La piraterie, c'est quelque chose qu'il a dans le sang. Son vrai nom, vous le savez, ce n'est pas Boon, ça c'est le pseudonyme qu'il a choisi en hommage à un personnage historique... Daniel Boone, un trappeur américain dans la veine de Davy Crockett qui a le même prénom que lui, Daniel, et dont il ne ratait pas une aventure dans la série télé qui lui était consacrée... Dans "Ah Ouais ?", Florian Gazan répond en une minute chrono à toutes les questions essentielles, existentielles, parfois complètement absurdes, qui vous traversent la tête. Un podcast RTL Originals.Hébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Welcome, welcome, welcome to the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip!This week Pip is joined by the force of acting posititivity (and good boy) that is ANSON BOON!As stated in the episode title, 'The Good Boy' (aka 'Heel' in the US) is out and about now, in which Anson plays alongside the powerful duo of Stephen Graham and Andrea Riseborough. Anson is capable of playing characters who aren't necessarily immediately charming, let's say, and some that might require a little work to warm to, but always make for some truly captivating and interesting, memorable performances which inspire conversation, debate and thought. So it goes without saying that this chat is an awesome one as Pip finds out where these choices originate, and traces the source of Anson's acting path. Of course there are so many facets and angles covered too, including basically becoming a fully functioning Sex Pistols tribute band by way of 'Pistol' (in which he was coached by Underworld!), his love of a film set, being a nepo gangster, the School of Kate Winslett, acting alongside Tom Hardy, Helen Mirren, Paddy Considine, Pierce Brosnan and so many more, and just a huge amount of fascinating goodies from his time in front of and nearby the camera. Inspiring and lovely stuff, enjoy!PIP'S PATREON PAGE if you're of a supporting natureIMDBINSTAGRAMTHE GOOD BOYMOBLANDPISTOLPIP AT PRINCE CHARLES CINEMA • 9th April!SPEECH DEVELOPMENT WEBSTOREPIP TWITCH • (music stuff)PIP INSTAGRAMPIP TWITTERPIP PATREONPIP IMDB Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bridget, Caitlin, and HIlda wrap up part 2 of "Hollow," book 1 in Caroline Peckham and Suzanne Valenti's Crown of Hearts & Chaos series. And here's the truth: They recorded this episode like 3 weeks ago, and now Hilda can't remember what happened in the episode or the book, so she's just rawdogging this summary and going to listen to the episode right now to find out what happens. And you should too.  Join our Patreon for exclusive behind-the-scenes content and let's be friends!Instagram > @Booktokmademe_podTikTok > @BooktokMadeMe

“Ik wacht op de briefing. Dat doe ik ondertussen al langer dan ik me kan herinneren. Ongetwijfeld hebben ze de precieze duur bijgehouden en in een verhelderend grafiekje gegoten, samen met andere variabelen: mijn loopsnelheid, mijn gewicht, welke geluiden ik voortbreng, hoe vaak ik me bovengronds vertoon.” Zo begint ‘Grondwerk', van Tijl Nuyts. Hij is één van de genomineerden voor de Boon Literatuurprijs. ­ Ooit een naakte molrat gezien? Moet je eens opzoeken. Het is geen knaagdier dat een schoonheidsprijs wint, maar in Grondwerk, de debuutroman van Tijl Nuyts, leef je je helemaal in zijn wereld in. Afwisselend krijg je een inkijk in het leven van de molratkolonie in Afrika, en in haar activiteiten vandaag nu ze in het kader van een geheime missie in Brussel is beland. Grondwerk werkt als een spiegel – gelukkig niet letterlijk – maar als een kritische les over samenleven en over klimaatverandering. ­ Samira Ataei van onze buitenlandredactie vindt het boek vooral een heel warme leeservaring. “Bij bepaalde passages breekt je hard echt een beetje, je vergeet waar je bent. Terwijl dit wel over een naakte molrat gaat.” ­ Hoofdredacteur Karel Verhoeven vindt het boek zeker charmant, maar mist de bijt in het politieke boek. “Terwijl je hier een fantastisch uitgangspunt hebt om radicale kritiek te geven op ons bestel.” ­ Ook jij hebt een stem: kies mee wie de Boon Publieksprijs wint en maak kans op een weekendje Mechelen. Stemmen kan op standaard.be/deboon ­ CREDITS ­ Gasten Karel Verhoeven, Samira Ataei | Presentatie Sarah Vankersschaever | Eindredactie Sofie Steenhaut | Audioproductie Niels De Keukelaere | Muziek Brecht Plasschaert | Chef podcast Alexander LippeveldSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Dean's List with Host Dean Bowen – New research finds school choice programs strengthen public schools by driving competition and improving academic outcomes. A Florida-based analysis shows significantly higher gains for students compared to increased funding alone, suggesting policy design and incentives play a critical role in boosting performance and delivering stronger returns on education investment...

Tiger populations have risen in some countries, such as Bhutan, Nepal and India, but the global population of the big cat species remains critically endangered, says Debbie Banks, campaign lead for tigers and wildlife crime at the Environmental Investigation Agency. The global tiger population was recorded at roughly 5,574 in 2022, with the species having disappeared from roughly 95% of its historical range. Banks joins Mongabay's podcast this week to detail the status of Panthera tigris, the successes and failures of the first Global Tiger Recovery Program (GTRP), what the second iteration (2.0) seeks to do differently, and what she thinks range countries need to focus on. "This story is very much a mixed bag of localized successes and elsewhere just stagnation … and a lack of political and financial investment to bring tigers back from the brink in some places." Making good on the commitments of GTRP 2.0, Banks says, would also benefit nations seeking to fulfill their environmental protection commitments under the Global Biodiversity Framework agreed upon by the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD). That's because tigers are what's known as an umbrella species, meaning that protecting them also protects ecosystems and a host of other species and biodiversity contained within these ecosystems. "Tigers are an apex predator, therefore a keystone species, an umbrella species, a flagship species. And by saving tigers…we save so much more." Please take a minute to let us know what you think of our podcast, here. Image Credit: A tiger in Sumatra. The Sumatran subspecies is critically endangered due to habitat loss and hunting, and now faces additional threats from two hydropower dams planned to be constructed within their habitat. Image courtesy of Pete Morris. ——— Timecodes (00:00) Introduction (03:07) The global status of the tiger (10:33) Threats to the tiger (24:16) Law enforcement and reducing tiger demand (33:35) The Global Tiger Recovery Program (42:02) Protecting tigers 'saves so much more'

“De olifant staat aan de rand van de rivier. Aarzelend betast ze met de punt van haar slurf het water, dat kouder is dan gewoonlijk. Even draait ze onwennig met haar oren en kijkt om zich heen, alsof ze iets of iemand zoekt.” Zo begint ‘Het geschenk', van Gaea Schoeters. Ze is één van de genomineerden voor de Boon Literatuurprijs. De Duitse bondskanselier Hans Christian Winkler denkt prijs te hebben met zijn ivoorwet, die verbiedt om jachttrofeeën uit Afrika te importeren. De groenen, het grote publiek: iedereen blij. En de westerse jagers die er voor het plezier gaan schieten? Ach, in de praktijk valt dat verbod wel mee, er zal geen pantervel minder liggen in dure woonkamers. Winkler zelf verzekert zich ondertussen van de macht. Maar dat is buiten de president van Botswana gerekend, die Duitsland 20.000 olifanten cadeau doet: “Misschien moeten jullie zelf maar eens proberen hoe het is om met megafauna samen te leven.” De mastodonten overspoelen en ontwrichten het land, en leggen zo existentiële pijnpunten bloot: rond staatsmanschap, langetermijnvisie en klimaat. Dat is best veel inhoud voor een roman van amper 128 bladzijden. “Maar ik vind het perfect zo”, zegt radiopresentatrice bij Klara en auteur Heleen Debruyne in de nieuwe aflevering van DS Letteren. “Bij de meeste boeken die ik lees, denk ik: hier hadden 100 pagina's uit gekund. Ik heb graag veel op korte tijd.” “En het werkt wel”, beaamt boekhandelaar en columnist Steven Van Ammel. “Je leest het boekje in één zitting uit en tipt het bij een volgende gelegenheid aan iemand anders.” Ook jij hebt een stem: kies mee wie de Boon Publieksprijs wint en maak kans op een weekendje Mechelen. Stemmen kan op standaard.be/deboon CREDITS Gasten Steven Van Ammel, Heleen Debruyne | Presentatie Sarah Vankersschaever | Eindredactie Alexander Lippeveld | Audioproductie Niels De Keukelaere | Muziek Brecht Plasschaert | Chef podcast Alexander Lippeveld See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“Wanneer ik voorzichtig de deur een stukje openduw, zie ik haar in de keuken staan. Een vrouw van een jaar of dertig, op kousenvoeten.” Zo begint ‘Als de dieren', van Lieselot Mariën. Het is één van de genomineerden voor de Boon Literatuurprijs. Zeven poorten. Dat zijn twee poorten minder dan in Dante's Inferno. Maar niettemin zeven poorten. De vrouw in Lieselot Mariëns debuutroman gaat ze een voor een binnen en waar ze als prille moeder dacht de hemel te vinden, beleeft ze een nachtmerrie. Ouder zijn van een huilbaby blijkt een repetitieve uitputtingsslag, ze voelt zichzelf wegzinken in een postnatale depressie en vervreemdt van iedereen: van zichzelf, haar partner, haar kind, en stelt vast: ik kom niet meer thuis. Mariën schrijft het in poëtisch proza, heel intuïtief, met een bladspiegel die haar verscheurdheid weerspiegelt. “Op de eerste pagina wist je dat dit een bijzonder debuut was”, zegt auteur Peter Verhelst in de nieuwe aflevering van DS Letteren. “Je voelt onmiddellijk dat het iemand is die op iets gebroed heeft en plots de goede vorm vindt. Dat is een heel goed boek.” “Ik ken Lieselot van op school”, zegt redacteur en auteur Jozefien Van Beek. “En in alles wat ze doet is ze belachelijk getalenteerd.” Dat belooft dus. Maar maakt Lieselot Mariën ook kans op de Boon Literatuurprijs? Ook jij hebt een stem: kies mee wie de Boon Publieksprijs wint en maak kans op een weekendje Mechelen. Stemmen kan op standaard.be/deboon CREDITS Gasten Peter Verelst, Jozefien Van Beek | Presentatie Sarah Vankersschaever | Eindredactie Yves Delepeleire | Audioproductie Joris Van Damme | Muziek Brecht Plasschaert | Chef podcast Alexander Lippeveld See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At first glance, “Heel” (released internationally as “The Good Boy”) looks like it might be a grim captivity thriller. A troubled young man is abducted and chained in a basement by a grieving couple. But filmmaker Jan Komasa has something stranger and more psychologically rich in mind. Instead of a story about imprisonment and escape, “Heel” becomes a meditation on grief, redemption, and the uncomfortable idea that compassion can sometimes arrive in deeply unsettling forms. The film stars Stephen Graham, Andrea Riseborough, and Anson Boon, and opens in theaters and on-demand March 6.On this episode of The Discourse, host Mike DeAngelo spoke with Graham and Riseborough together, followed by Boon in a separate conversation, about the film's unusual premise, the emotional core behind its darkness, and the different ways each actor interpreted the story.READ MORE: ‘The Bluff': Priyanka Chopra-Jonas & Karl Urban On Brutal Location Shoots, Colonial Reckonings, ‘The Boys' Finale, ‘Citadel,' & The Hope For More ‘Dredd' [The Discourse Podcast]For Graham, the script's twisted premise wasn't the point. What grabbed him was the emotional logic behind it.

Bridget, Caitlin, and HIlda are covering part 1 of "Hollow," book 1 in Caroline Peckham and Suzanne Valenti's Crown of Hearts & Chaos series. So far, it's everything you expect from the Twister Sisters: A feisty heroine; a hot, brooding morally gray MMC; a slow burn building plenty of tension; and lots of inner monologue. So far, our hosts are hooked so you should join them in reading and listening.  Join our Patreon for exclusive behind-the-scenes content and let's be friends!Instagram > @Booktokmademe_podTikTok > @BooktokMadeMe

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View all cards mentioned in this episodeAndy and Anthony talk about cutting a long-standing, controversial card from 100 Ornithopters: Echoing Boon. They talk about gameplay experiences with the card and why Andy decided to include a conspiracy in the cube in the first place. The ‘always on' nature of conspiracies put certain constraints on the cube's design. Andy talks about some of those limitations and changes he's planning to make after they're gone.Discussed in this episode:100 OrnithoptersCube For a CauseRhystic Studies Video on 100 OrnithoptersShoebox, St Paul, Minnesota, Mar 13-15, 2026If you'd like to show your support for the show, please consider backing Lucky Paper on Patreon or leaving us a review on iTunes or wherever you listen.Check us out on Twitch and YouTube for paper Cube gameplay.You can find the hosts' Cubes on Cube Cobra:Andy's “Bun Magic” CubeAnthony's “Regular” CubeYou can find both your hosts in the MTG Cube Talk Discord. Send in questions to the show at mail@luckypaper.co or our p.o. box:Lucky PaperPO Box 4855Baltimore, MD 21211Musical production by DJ James Nasty.Timestamps0:00 - Intro4:46 - Echoing Boon13:20 - Why Cut Echoing Boon22:30 - Regrets25:23 - Leyline of Resonance30:55 - Blazing Shoal33:39 - Reverse Dunning-Kruger35:46 - “Must Cuts”38:20 - More Additions47:29 - City on Fire50:06 - Lunar Frenzy51:25 - Slip Through Space53:12 - Actual Cuts54:35 - Time Sieve57:51 - Mailbag

Freestar CEO Kurt Donnell explains why transparency in programmatic advertising is the open web's best bet for survival in the AI search era.

KCBS Radio's Foodie Chap Liam Mayclem speaks with Chef Boon of Empress By Boon about this year's Lunar New Year celebration at his restaurant including a special set menu for the occasion.

Hosts Tait Duryea and Ryan Gibson welcome former IRS auditor Victoria Boon to cut through the noise around aircraft tax deductions. Learn how bonus depreciation really works, why aircraft are treated differently from real estate, and what the IRS actually looks for during an audit. From Delta bonus taxation to leasebacks, qualified business use, and depreciation recapture, this episode is essential listening for pilots considering aircraft ownership as a tax strategy.Victoria Boon spent 22 years at the IRS as a subject matter expert, including leading national audits focused on aircraft deductibility. She now co-owns Boon.tax and founded Boon Tax Educators, where she provides tax education for CPAs, enrolled agents, and investors. In this conversation, Victoria shares rare, insider insight into aircraft write-offs, audit triggers, and the mistakes that get taxpayers into trouble.Show notes:(0:00) Intro(01:44) Why bonuses are over-withheld(04:39) Aircraft deductions overview(07:18) Bonus depreciation rules(08:16) Qualified business use explained(11:37) Depreciation recapture basics(14:29) IRS documentation requirements(18:02) Audit horror stories(22:21) Why aircraft trigger audits(37:56) 50% rule and bonus loss(39:30) Passive Vs. Qualified business use(46:36) Social media tax myths exposed(53:45) OutroConnect with Victoria Boon:Website: https://boon.tax/ Structured Tax Education Classes and Workshops: https://boontaxeducators.com/ If you're interested in participating, the latest institutional-quality self-storage portfolio is available for investment now at: https://turbinecap.investnext.com/portal/offerings/8449/houston-storage/ — You've found the number one resource for financial education for aviators! Please consider leaving a rating and sharing this podcast with your colleagues in the aviation community, as it can serve as a valuable resource for all those involved in the industry.Remember to subscribe for more insights at PassiveIncomePilots.com! https://passiveincomepilots.com/ Join our growing community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/passivepilotsCheck us out on Instagram @PassiveIncomePilots: https://www.instagram.com/passiveincomepilots/Follow us on X @IncomePilots: https://twitter.com/IncomePilotsGet our updates on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/passive-income-pilots/Do you have questions or want to discuss this episode? Contact us at ask@passiveincomepilots.com See you at the next one!*Legal Disclaimer*The content of this podcast is provided solely for educational and informational purposes. The views and opinions expressed are those of the hosts, Tait Duryea and Ryan Gibson, and do not reflect those of any organization they are associated with, including Turbine Capital or Spartan Investment Group. The opinions of our guests are their own and should not be construed as financial advice. This podcast does not offer tax, legal, or investment advice. Listeners are advised to consult with their own legal or financial counsel and to conduct their own due diligence before making any financial decisions.

"My dearest Cassandra,The letter which I have this moment received from you has diverted me beyond moderation. I could die of laughter at it, as they used to say at school."—Jane Austen, September 1, 1796It's been speculated that Jane Austen may have written nearly 3,000 letters in her lifetime. While only 161 are known to have survived, that small collection offers a wealth of information about her daily life, her friends and family, her writing, and her voice. In this episode, historical sociolinguist Ingrid Tieken-Boon van Ostade shares insights gained from her study of the language in Austen's letters—from her vocabulary and spelling to her many instances of linguistic playfulness and clues about her dialect and accent.Ingrid Tieken-Boon van Ostade is professor emeritus of English Sociohistorical Linguistics at Leiden University's Centre for Linguistics in the Netherlands. A member of the Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences and a knight in the Order of the Netherlands Lion, she has published widely in her field. Her works include In Search of Jane Austen: The Language of the Letters (2014), an in-depth linguistic analysis of Austen's correspondence.For an edited transcript and show notes, visit https://jasna.org/austen/podcast/ep32.*********Visit our website: www.jasna.orgFollow us on Instagram and FacebookSubscribe to the podcast on our YouTube channelEmail: podcast@jasna.org

Dans l'émission du 4 février, Marc-Antoine Le Bret a imité Marine Le Pen, Patrick Bruel et Dany Boon ! Retrouvez tous les jours le meilleur des Grosses Têtes en podcast sur RTL.fr et l'application RTL.Hébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.