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Ralph welcomes infectious disease expert Dr. Michael Osterholm to discuss his new book “The Big One: How We Must Prepare for Future Deadly Pandemics.” Then, Ralph shares some quick takes on current events.Dr. Michael Osterholm is a professor and director of the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy at the University of Minnesota. In November 2020, Dr. Osterholm was appointed to President-elect Joe Biden's 13-member Transition COVID-19 Advisory Board. He is the author of Deadliest Enemy: Our War Against Killer Germs, and he has a weekly podcast called The Osterholm Update which offers discussion and analysis on the latest infectious disease developments. His latest book (co-authored with Mark Olshaker) is The Big One: How We Must Prepare for Future Deadly Pandemics.What we're concerned about now is we're primed for an influenza pandemic someday where a new influenza virus will emerge. And when it takes off, it'll rapidly spread through the people. And wherever it came from (whether a bird species or another animal) will not be that important because now it's transmitted among humans.Dr. Michael OsterholmI want to be really clear about one thing: There will be an influenza virus that will cause a pandemic in the future. And the pandemic clock is ticking, we just don't know what time it is.Dr. Michael OsterholmInstead of building from a base of modest preparedness from the prior administration (and I emphasize “modest”), they're going backwards. Also, with quackery positions on a whole variety of issues that is dividing the population, feeding the misinformation on the internet, and general chaos of information transmission.Ralph NaderI will just make one prediction here today: There is going to be a large, huge, overwhelming crisis that is going to occur eventually around an infectious disease issue in this country. And it's going to happen because Mother Nature herself does that to us—just like hurricanes are not optional, these large outbreaks are not optional. What's optional is how well we respond to them and limit their impact. And we are at a point right now where we have very, very limited impact on these things. So I think the public needs to be aware, we're in a very different setting today for public health response to a crisis than we've ever been in my 50 years in the business.Dr. Michael OsterholmNews 10/31/25* Our top stories this week concern U.S. saber rattling in Venezuela. First, a new piece in published Drop Site news, coauthored by Ryan Grim, Jack Poulson and Saagar Enjeti of Breaking Points, takes readers “Inside Marco Rubio's Push for Regime Change in Venezuela.” This piece deconstructs the Trump administration claims tying the Maduro government to fentanyl trafficking, quoting a senior U.S. official who unequivocally states that “U.S. intelligence has assessed that little to none of the fentanyl trafficked to the United States is being produced in Venezuela.” Another key point is that the Maduro government apparently offered to turn over oil resources to the United States in exchange for cessation of hostilities. Instead, in an echo of the Iraq War, Trump has apparently been, “swayed by arguments from Rubio that the best way to secure Venezuela's oil reserves was to facilitate regime change in Venezuela and make a better deal with a new government.” As with Iraq, regime change in Venezuela is likely to end up with a chaotic power vacuum in the country, destabilizing Latin America in turn. One would have hoped the U.S. had learned its lesson. Apparently not.* The administration does however seem to favor covert schemes to oust Maduro as opposed to an outright U.S. invasion. Back in 2020, the Trump administration backed Operation Gideon, which utilized American mercenaries and Venezuelan dissidents to try to capture Maduro. This week, Venezuela claims to have foiled another such attempt. Democracy Now! reports “Venezuelan officials say they've captured a group of mercenaries tied to the [CIA]. In a statement, the government of Venezuela said, ‘This is a colonial operation of military aggression that seeks to turn the Caribbean into a space for lethal violence and US imperial domination.'” This report goes on to state, “Earlier this month, President Trump acknowledged that he authorized the CIA to secretly conduct operations in Venezuela.” Meanwhile AP reports that over the past 16 months, a now-retired federal agent named Edwin Lopez sought to turn Maduro's personal pilot – Venezuelan General Bitner Villegas – and have the aviator deliver Maduro into U.S. custody. In exchange, Lopez promised to make the pilot a “very rich man.” This plot, hatched under President Biden and continuing under Trump, ultimately failed. Yet, as these half-baked covert ops go up in flames, it seems increasingly likely that the administration will resort to brute force. That same Democracy Now! piece reports that on Sunday, a U.S. warship arrived in Trinidad and Tobago. With no diplomatic solution on the horizon, it seems only a matter of time before the shelling begins.* As all of this unfolds, Congressional Republicans are shirking their oversight responsibilities. On October 23rd, Axios reported that Senate Foreign Relations Chairman Jim Risch of Idaho said the committee will not hold hearings regarding the lawless strikes on Venezuelan boats “at this time,” adding that he has been “briefed on it and feel[s] comfortable with where we are.” As if mocking the Legislative Branch, that same day Semafor reported a quote from “a person close to the White House” who said Trump won't coordinate with Congress until “Maduro's corpse is in US custody.”* Turning to the federal government, reclusive billionaire Timothy Mellon, heir to the Mellon fortune, has donated $130 million to the Pentagon to offset military staff salaries during the government shutdown. While $130 million is a drop in the bucket for the American Military-Industrial Complex – this donation will amount to about $50 per troop this pay cycle – it would appear to be blatantly illegal under the Antideficiency Act. The Hill explains that under this statute, “federal agencies are barred from ‘obligating or expending federal funds in advance or in excess of an appropriation, and from accepting voluntary services.'” In part, this statute was adopted to avoid just such a scenario – the president circumventing the Congressional Power of the Purse by soliciting outside donations. Unfortunately, Trump's subservient Congressional allies are unlikely to do anything about this outrageous usurpation of their power.* On the regulatory side, the Trump administration is putting its thumb on the scales in favor of David Ellison's bid to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery. A New York Post report quotes a senior administration official who says “Who owns Warner Bros. Discovery is very important to the administration…The Warner board needs to think very seriously not just on the price competition but which player in the suitor pool has been successful getting a deal done.” The Post adds that “rival bidders are likely to face stiff hurdles from US regulators.” Ellison, son of Trump billionaire ally Larry Ellison, has had his eye on Warner Bros. Discovery – which owns CNN – since his recent acquisition of Paramount and its subsidiary CBS News. Critics have long warned of the dangers of consolidation in the media sphere, particularly news, but this would truly be an unprecedented upset of the media landscape.* Turning to consumer news, a new article in the Lever focuses on the fast food chain Shake Shack. According to this piece, the chain, “recently updated its terms of use agreement to include a binding arbitration agreement and class-action waiver denying customers their legal right to take companies to court.” Now, corporations sneaking binding arbitration agreements into their terms of service is not a new phenomenon, but this method is novel. This article explains that Shake Shack, and other fast food chains, are “extending restrictive contracts to consumers through the rapid expansion of online services such as websites, mobile apps, and automated self-service kiosks.” In other words, these automated services are becoming a ‘triple-threat' for these companies to exploit, simultaneously cutting labor costs, harvesting consumer data, and now forcing customers into these restrictive legal agreements. When will regulators take action to protect consumers from such rampant abuse?* One bright spot, so to speak, for consumer protection is emerging in the United Kingdom. The BBC reports the British Department for Transport will begin a review of the increasingly bright, bordering on blinding, LED headlights that have become commonplace in automobiles. The new guidelines are to be unveiled in the forthcoming Road Safety Strategy document being prepared by the government. Many drivers in the United States have complained about this issue as well – noting how dangerous it is for drivers to be blinded by oncoming headlights while on the road – and certain states like Hawaii and Massachusetts have taken action, though there has yet to be a federal response.* In more positive news from abroad, the Economic Times reports China has enacted an anti-misinformation law dictating that, “if you are an influencer and… want to discuss ‘serious' topics - such as finance, health, medicine, law or education - you must provide proof of relevant professional credentials.” This law will also ban “advertising for medical products and services,” which also covers supplements and health foods. Other reports indicate that the fines for violating this law could be as high as ¥100,000. The proliferation of medical misinformation has become a major issue for governments the world over and in the U.S. has incubated a vast underworld of medical conspiracy theories and dubious health products. It is heartening to see something being done to protect consumers' health and safety.* Speaking of someone doing something, Democratic congressional candidate Kat Abughazaleh made headlines a month ago for blocking vehicles outside of an ICE facility in Broadview, Illinois, where she is running for office. Now, NBC reports she has been indicted by a special federal grand jury, “alongside five other people, including two other political candidates.” Abughazaleh responded to the indictment, writing “This political prosecution is an attack on all of our First Amendment rights. I'm not backing down, and we're going to win.” Her lawyer, Josh Herman, added, “This is a political prosecution that tries to turn dissent and First Amendment opposition to the Trump administration's cruel policies into a conspiracy…Kat has steadfastly opposed those policies and she will fight these charges with the same principled determination.” The defendants have not been arrested but will surrender to the court next week.* Finally, Palestine Legal has scored a major victory. The group reports that “The First Circuit…[has] ruled that pro-Palestinian slogans, encampments and criticism of Zionism is protected by the First Amendment -- tossing out a Zionist complaint targeting pro-Palestinian organizing at @MIT.” Furthermore, the court found that “Slogans such as From the river to the sea, Palestine will be free, intifada revolution, and calling Israel's actions a genocide -- and more -- do not target Jewish or Israeli students on the basis of their identity… but target Israel over its treatment of Palestinians.” This is a win for the David side of the David and Goliath struggle between pro-Palestine student groups and the universities where they are organizing – which are themselves under immense pressure from the Trump administration to stifle pro-Palestinian speech. Hopefully, this gives organizers the necessary breathing room they need to regroup as the Trump-brokered ceasefire grows ever shakier.This has been Francesco DeSantis, with In Case You Haven't Heard. Get full access to Ralph Nader Radio Hour at www.ralphnaderradiohour.com/subscribe

Steiny was fed up with the NBA last night. Plus, the worst Halloween candies and the first impressions of Tony Vitello

Stephen LeDrew sits down with Michelle Ferreri, former Conservative MP and one of Canada's outspoken political voices, for a fiery discussion on the state of Canadian leadership and whether the country is heading for an early election.Ferreri argues that Canadians are tired - not just of politics, but of politicians who won't act. With Mark Carney's government struggling to show results and a confidence vote looming on the next federal budget, she says it's time for accountability and a serious national conversation about the country's direction.LeDrew presses Ferreri on whether the Liberals have lost their will to lead and if opposition parties are ready to offer real solutions instead of more rhetoric. The two spar over bureaucracy, leadership, and why Canadians deserve more than promises.A sharp, fast-paced Three Minutes on political paralysis, public frustration, and what it will take to get Canada moving again. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Vice-President Kamala Harris breaks silence on the real cost of Trump winning, Biden's shocking debate day call, why skipping Joe Rogan was a big mistake, election loss lessons, and…will she run again in 2028?  Kamala Harris made history as the first female Vice President of the United States and first Black woman and South Asian American in the role. Before becoming VP, Kamala led the largest state Justice Department in the U.S and became only the second Black woman ever elected to the U.S. Senate. In September 2025, she released her bestselling book '107 Days: A Memoir of a Campaign That Made History'. She explains:  ◼️The moment she lost the 2024 election and went into shock ◼️Why Biden's team sabotaged her behind the scenes ◼️The real reason Biden didn't want to debate Trump ◼️The 200K votes they desperately needed but couldn't find ◼️How America is at breaking point and the destruction Trump is causing [00:00] Intro [02:22] How Are You Feeling? [03:36] Will It Get Worse Before It Gets Better? [06:44] We Spoke to Your Husband [07:42] Why Do You Want to Protect People? [08:43] Kamala's Law Career [09:19] The Worst Thing You Faced in Your Career [11:06] Managing Stress and Responsibility [12:45] Kamala at 25 vs. Kamala Today [15:10] When Did You Decide to Run for President? [16:35] Does Impostor Syndrome Ever Go Away? [21:11] Experiencing Prejudice [25:37] How Do You Earn Respect as a Leader? [27:57] Why Kamala Dropped Out of the 2019 Race [30:47] The VP and Presidential Interview Process [33:53] Staff Suppressed My Accomplishments [37:36] Frustration Over Lack of Recognition [38:24] Kamala's Relationship With Biden [45:13] Biden Was Talked Into the Debate [49:14] What It Was Like Debating Trump [54:26] Trump Targets the Weak [01:00:37] Ads [01:01:39] Podcasting Power & Not Going on Joe Rogan [01:07:09] What Would Make You Run for President Again? [01:09:41] Why It's Difficult to Run for President [01:12:03] Kamala Was in a State of Shock [01:17:18] What Democrats Must Do to Win Back the People [01:19:36] Is the Left Against Entrepreneurship? [01:24:04] Have You Changed Since the Election? [01:25:20] Ads [01:27:25] Kamala on Being More Unfiltered [01:29:39] No Regrets About Running [01:31:56] Support From My Partner [01:39:20] Did You Experience Depression? [01:40:42] The Passing of Kamala's Mother [01:42:40] Would Your Mom Be Proud? Follow Kamala: Instagram - https://bit.ly/4of8PVL  Facebook - https://bit.ly/43zlMBg  X - https://bit.ly/47M5qaS  Threads - https://bit.ly/4qzUjJI  YouTube - https://bit.ly/3X6gR76  TikTok - https://bit.ly/4hufIja You can purchase Kamala Harris's new book, ‘107 Days', here: https://bit.ly/436Bnbj  The Diary Of A CEO: ◼️Join DOAC circle here - https://doaccircle.com/  ◼️Buy The Diary Of A CEO book here - https://smarturl.it/DOACbook  ◼️The 1% Diary is back - limited time only: https://bit.ly/3YFbJbt  ◼️The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards (Second Edition): https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb  ◼️Get email updates - https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt  ◼️Follow Steven - https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb  Sponsors: Fiverr - https://fiverr.com/diary and get 10% off your first order when you use code DIARY Justworks - http://Justworks.com Bon Charge - http://boncharge.com/diary?rfsn=8189247.228c0cb with code DIARY for 25% off

he seeker is plunged into the underworld. A Tower moment shatters your peace—shock, rupture, emotional collapse. This is the opening flash, the moment realization hits like lightning. You suddenly see what's really gone.

The lightning war begins. Following the invasion, the North Korean military executes a devastating blitzkrieg attack, sweeping through South Korea and shattering all initial resistance. Saul and Roger are joined by experts Robert Lyman and David Allison, who help dive into the details of the chaotic early stages of the Korean War. First we look at the desperate retreat of the overwhelmed South Korean and early US forces as they are pushed towards Pusan. Then we look at the crucial global response: the newly formed UN Security Council, seizing a rare opportunity, debates and authorises a multinational intervention. Can a global force be assembled in time to halt the seemingly unstoppable North Korean war machine? The episode climaxes at the Pusan Perimeter. Battered, exhausted, and pushed to the absolute limit of the peninsula, UN and South Korean forces make a final, desperate stand. This is North Korea's furthest advance. Outnumbered, outgunned, and with their backs literally against the sea. The fate of South Korea hangs by a thread. Next time: The Tide Turns. If you have any thoughts or questions, you can send them to - podbattleground@gmail.com Producer: James Hodgson X (Twitter): @PodBattleground Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

America's Breaking Point: Why Grief Is the New Normal Grief isn't just personal anymore — it's national. From the East Wing's destruction to soaring prices, collapsing communities, and the loss of what America once felt like, millions are mourning the country they thought they knew. If you're not MAGA, you're grieving. In this powerful episode, Karel opens up about personal loss and how it mirrors a nation in pain. What do we do when grief becomes the defining American emotion? How do we move forward when the dream feels gone? Plus: Karel dives into Ozark Law, exploring the mindset of small-town America — the very people Democrats must reach — and exposes the real force tearing communities apart (hint: it's not drugs). Join the conversation, feel the truth, and find a little hope amid the heartbreak.

British racing is running out of road. A new special report by ex-jockey Richard Killoran lays bare the deep structural problems threatening the sport - from collapsing foal crop and falling attendances to a funding system that returns far less betting turnover to the sport than in other countries. This week on The Front Page, we dive into the findings and ask the big questions: Is British racing's business model fundamentally broken? Have governance battles and media-rights dependence left the sport unfixable? What would real change look like - and can it be delivered? Join Tom Kerr, Scott Burton and James Stevens as we cover this urgent report, plus look back at a packed weekend on the track and pick the bones out of the Haggas-Purton spat.

According to the latest data from the Canadian Real Estate Association, national home sales declined by 1.7% month-over-month in September, ending a string of steady gains that began in the spring. Even so, this was still the strongest September for sales since 2021. On a year-over-year basis, transactions were up 5.2%, while both new listings and total active listings fell 0.8%. That left just 4.4 months of inventory available nationwide — the lowest level since January, and below the long-term average of five months.The Home Price Index dropped 0.1% month-over-month and is now down 3.4% year-over-year. Average prices, meanwhile, rose a modest 0.7% compared to last year. Regionally, B.C. and Ontario are the only provinces still showing price declines, while every other province posted gains. Yukon led the pack with a 13.4% annual price increase.But when you adjust for inflation and measure from the February 2022 peak, the story changes dramatically. Real home prices in Canada are now down roughly 29%. In nominal terms, they're down 18%. Hamilton has taken the biggest hit—down about 40% after inflation—followed by the GTA and then Vancouver, which is sitting around a 20% real decline. On the flip side, Greater Moncton and Saskatoon are actually up roughly 19% nominal, or about 8% in real terms, since that same peak.The widening gap between new listings and completed sales continues to point toward more downward pressure on prices ahead. And even though affordability has “improved” from the record-breaking lows of 2024, it remains completely out of reach for most Canadians. In Vancouver, the monthly mortgage payment on a median-priced home still eats up about 87% of the median household income — a figure that's almost comically unsustainable.So where does that leave us heading into the final stretch of 2025? Will collapsing affordability finally force the next rate cut — or will the Bank hold the line, freezing the market even further? We break it all down — from record-level mortgage exposure to the cities where prices have quietly crashed 40%.This episode also marks a huge milestone — Episode 300 of The Vancouver Life Real Estate Podcast. Since launching on June 22nd, 2020, the team has released a new episode every single Saturday without missing a week. Now with over 7,000 subscribers and 70,000+ monthly views, The Vancouver Life remains one of Canada's most consistent and data-driven real estate channels.To celebrate, we're giving away our exclusive Home Seller's Manual — the guide we use to help clients sell for top dollar. It includes prep strategies, curb-appeal tips, organization hacks, and a 100-point checklist showing which areas matter most. To get your copy make sure you watch the episode and comment TOP DOLLAR.We also unpack Vancouver's sweeping new rezoning — a city-initiated move affecting over 4,000 properties across the Broadway Plan and Cambie Corridor. Projects that meet the new criteria can skip rezoning entirely, shaving up to 12 months off approval times. It's a bold step toward faster housing — but with costs high and demand soft, will developers take advantage?Episode 300 of The Vancouver Life Real Estate Podcast — available now and join the discussion about where Canada's housing market is heading next. _________________________________ Contact Us To Book Your Private Consultation:

This week on the Journos we discuss an eventful few days from the world of Scottish Football! Rangers appoint Danny Rohl, Hearts go FIVE clear at the top and Brendan Rodgers suggests his players are more like Honda Civics than Ferrari's. Join PLZ Premium TODAY! You will receive exclusive benefits via PLZ Soccer YouTube - including member only video content, access to ask questions on our special live stream and special features before anyone else. Plus much more! ✨ Sign up HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@PLZSoccer/join

CFB Corner: Andy and Abe discuss the plethora of college football head coaching positions that are available when compared to this time last year.

Patrick Peterson and Andrew Fillipponi recap Week 7 around the NFL which saw some teams possibly hit their breaking point. They talk about both the Dolpins and Jets benching their starting QB's. But first, they react to a 49ers Thursday Night win and much more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pull the Pin Already (Ep 510): Just some Veterans and others discussing the world we live in today. Our opinions are based on personal experience in and out of the military and are our own, not those of the military. What's your take on the opinions and concerns expressed during the show? Let us know by discussing your own views in the comments below. If you like what we have to say click the like button below and share this video with your friends. Don't forget to subscribe and hit the notification bell for future episodes.**Subscribe on Rumble** https://rumble.com/register/PullThePinAlready/Week 43: Is this the breaking point and now what…www.pullthepinalready.comVIDEO CHANNELSYoutube www.youtube.com/channel/UCfUOkihz4MloQUyWWYypPGwRumble https://rumble.com/c/PullThePinAlreadyBitchute https://www.bitchute.com/accounts/referral/pullthepinalready/

The Breaking Points team discusses the NYC mayoral debate between Cuomo, Zohran and Sliwa, the "young" Republican group chat leaks, and we're joined again by Delaware's State Rep Medinah Wilson-Anton who recently did a stand up set on Kill Tony. Follow Medinah: https://www.instagram.com/madinahfordelaware/ To become a Breaking Points Premium Member and watch/listen to the show AD FREE, uncut and 1 hour early visit: www.breakingpoints.comMerch Store: https://shop.breakingpoints.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10-14 Matt Barrows of The Athletic discusses the 49ers "breaking point" with injuries & his thoughts on who might be returning from injury ahead of Atlanta this weekendSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10-14 Matt Barrows of The Athletic discusses the 49ers "breaking point" with injuries & his thoughts on who might be returning from injury ahead of Atlanta this weekendSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

According to Darrell Bricker and John Ibbitson, Canada isn't a love story - it's a marriage of convenience. Their first interview to discuss their latest book, Breaking Point, on whether a divided country can find common ground.

In today's Dear DSO episode, I read a letter from a guy I'll call John. He's reached the end of his rope. His wife drinks heavily, refuses therapy, hasn't been intimate with him in years, and contributes nothing to the family or household. Meanwhile, John's doing it all — cooking, cleaning, parenting, working full-time — and he's still trying to “make it work.”If you've ever found yourself trapped in a relationship like this, wondering what's wrong with you for staying… this one's going to hit home. I talk about why so many men hang on to something that's clearly dead, the psychological trap that keeps them stuck, and why the real work isn't about fixing her — it's about fixing yourself.I also share what I told John privately about the importance of therapy, male friendships, and finding a group of men who will call you out and help you rebuild your life.

Jeff Dornik joins The Bill Meyer Show for a hard-hitting discussion on the growing tyranny of Big Tech and the urgent need for digital freedom. From Google's algorithmic censorship to the moral dangers of artificial intelligence, this conversation uncovers how the war on truth is expanding into every corner of our digital lives—and why Pickax represents a turning point in reclaiming speech, privacy, and sovereignty online.Catch The Jeff Dornik Show live every weekday at 1pm ET only on Rumble and Pickax, where free speech still reigns. https://rumble.com/c/jeffdornikBig Tech is silencing truth while farming your data to feed the machine. That's why I built Pickax… a free speech platform that puts power back in your hands and your voice beyond their reach. Sign up today: https://pickax.com/?referralCode=y7wxvwq&refSource=copySubscribe to my Pickax account today and get my hard-hitting, uncensored email newsletter delivered straight to your inbox. https://pickax.com/jeffdornik

Episode #412: “We are in Myanmar, and nothing is clear cut.”Anthony Davis offers a stark assessment of Myanmar's war, drawing on decades of experience studying insurgencies. He begins with the United Wa State Army, a thirty-thousand-strong force running a state the size of Belgium. “It would be entirely wrong to see the Wa as simply Chinese puppets or Chinese proxies,” Davis insists. The Wa have scaled back arms transfers under Chinese pressure, but they remain determined to expand their autonomy. Their ambition is recognition as a state, linking their territories along the Chinese and Thai borders. If the regime collapses, Davis argues, the Wa will act swiftly to unite and consolidate. He calls them “a critical player in the overall struggle for Myanmar.”The Wa's influence now extends west of the Salween, through ties with the Ta'ang, leverage over the Shan State Progress Party, and neutralization of rivals like the Restoration Council of Shan State. This, Davis notes, is ascendancy rather than reckless conquest—a quiet dominance shaping the conflict's direction.Davis also identifies drones as a decisive factor. Initially dismissed, they became central to resistance victories in late 2023. The junta responded by creating a drone directorate, importing Chinese systems, and applying Russian expertise from Ukraine. By 2025, drones, artillery, air power, and conscripts are integrated into an operating machine. “It's an army in the way the resistance, by definition, is not,” Davis observes.Resistance morale remains high, but Davis stresses that spirit alone cannot sustain the fight. “They have got plenty of morale. They're not short of guns. But if you don't have enough ammunition, then you're in trouble.”Elections, he says, “will happen come hell or high water,” yet will not bring peace. China's backing of the junta complicates everything, while the Arakan Army's rise in Rakhine could change the board entirely. Davis closes with a warning: “The bottom line is, you can have a ceasefire today, but [the Burmese military is] going to come back, they're going to rebuild, they're going to re-equip, and they're going to come back at you.”

In this episode of The PDB Situation Report: After two years of war, Israel and Hamas have agreed to the first phase of a ceasefire. But key details remain uncertain, and not everyone is convinced it'll hold. Mike Baker speaks with Joe Truzman, research analyst at the Foundation for Defense of Democracy's Long War Journal, for insight into what could come next. Later, the standoff between Washington and Caracas is escalating fast. The Trump administration has cut off all diplomatic efforts with the Maduro regime, signaling a sharp shift toward confrontation. Mike is joined by Andrés Martínez-Fernández of the Heritage Foundation to break down what this means for U.S.–Venezuela relations. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief.YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybriefTrue Classic: Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at https://trueclassic.com/PDB #trueclassicpodTriTails Premium Beef: Discover the Autumn Butcher Block — built for family meals and legacy-making — available now at https://trybeef.com/pdb while supplies last.American Financing: Call American Financing today to find out how customers are saving an avg of $800/mo. NMLS 182334, https://nmlsconsumeraccess.org. APR for rates in the 5s start at 6.327% for well qualified borrowers. Call 866-885-1881 for details about credit costs and terms. Visit http://www.AmericanFinancing.net/PDB. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fluent Fiction - Spanish: Santiago's Breaking Point: A Journey to True Leadership Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-10-10-07-38-20-es Story Transcript:Es: La brisa fresca de la primavera envolvía el campamento de entrenamiento en La Paz, Bolivia.En: The fresh spring breeze enveloped the training camp in La Paz, Bolivia.Es: El cielo azul, enmarcado por los majestuosos Andes, prometía un día perfecto para el fútbol.En: The blue sky, framed by the majestic Andes, promised a perfect day for soccer.Es: Entre los jugadores, Santiago respiraba profundamente mientras observaba a sus compañeros.En: Among the players, Santiago breathed deeply while watching his teammates.Es: Era el Día de la Hispanidad, y aunque las festividades alegraban la ciudad, los chicos del campamento tenían tarea: jugar fútbol.En: It was Día de la Hispanidad, and although the festivities brightened the city, the boys at the camp had a task: to play soccer.Es: Santiago era un joven dedicado, siempre buscando ser el mejor, pero era incapaz de silenciar sus propias dudas.En: Santiago was a dedicated young man, always striving to be the best, but he couldn't silence his own doubts.Es: Quería ser el capitán del equipo escolar.En: He wanted to be the captain of the school team.Es: Él quería demostrar que tenía lo necesario para liderar.En: He wanted to prove that he had what it takes to lead.Es: Sin embargo, el entrenador parecía inclinarse más hacia Miguel.En: However, the coach seemed to lean more toward Miguel.Es: Miguel era rápido, y tenía una capacidad natural para el juego, lo que hacía sentir a Santiago invisible.En: Miguel was fast and had a natural ability for the game, which made Santiago feel invisible.Es: Los entrenamientos eran exigentes.En: The training sessions were demanding.Es: Santiago se quedaba practicando cuando ya el sol se ponía tras las montañas.En: Santiago stayed practicing when the sun had already set behind the mountains.Es: Una noche, mientras las luces del estadio brillaban débilmente, Santiago decidió hablar con el entrenador.En: One night, while the stadium lights shone dimly, Santiago decided to talk to the coach.Es: Se acercó con determinación.En: He approached with determination.Es: "Entrenador, sé que Miguel es un buen jugador, pero tengo la pasión y el compromiso para ser un buen líder", comentó Santiago, sintiendo que su corazón latía más rápido.En: "Coach, I know Miguel is a good player, but I have the passion and commitment to be a good leader," Santiago said, feeling his heart beat faster.Es: El entrenador lo miró con cuidado, pero no dijo nada.En: The coach looked at him carefully but said nothing.Es: Santiago regresó al campo con los mismos miedos pero más decidido que nunca.En: Santiago returned to the field with the same fears but more determined than ever.Es: Llegó el día del partido amistoso, la prueba definitiva.En: The day of the friendly match arrived, the ultimate test.Es: Los equipos estaban equilibrados, el marcador a cero.En: The teams were evenly matched, the score at zero.Es: Todo dependía de este último juego.En: Everything depended on this last game.Es: Santiago estaba en el medio campo cuando vio una oportunidad.En: Santiago was in midfield when he saw an opportunity.Es: La pelota volaba hacia él.En: The ball was flying towards him.Es: Podía intentar el gol.En: He could go for the goal.Es: Podía ser el héroe.En: He could be the hero.Es: Pero vio a Miguel bien posicionado.En: But he saw Miguel well-positioned.Es: En ese momento crucial, Santiago decidió.En: At that crucial moment, Santiago decided.Es: Pasó el balón a Miguel, sin dudarlo, y Miguel no falló.En: He passed the ball to Miguel without hesitation, and Miguel didn't miss.Es: La multitud de jóvenes estalló en aplausos.En: The crowd of young people burst into applause.Es: Al final, mientras Miguel recibía las felicitaciones, miró a Santiago, levantó el pulgar y sonrió.En: In the end, while Miguel received congratulations, he looked at Santiago, gave a thumbs-up, and smiled.Es: Santiago se dio cuenta de que había algo más grande que su deseo individual: el equipo.En: Santiago realized there was something bigger than his individual desire: the team.Es: Esa tarde, al finalizar el entrenamiento, el entrenador se acercó a Santiago.En: That afternoon, at the end of the practice, the coach approached Santiago.Es: "Muestra verdadero liderazgo saber trabajar en equipo", dijo, dándole una palmada en el hombro.En: "True leadership is shown by knowing how to work in a team," he said, patting him on the shoulder.Es: El viento fresco de la primavera barría el campo, y Santiago sintió que algo dentro de él había cambiado.En: The fresh spring wind swept across the field, and Santiago felt that something inside him had changed.Es: Había aprendido que un verdadero líder reconoce el valor de los demás y que su camino recién comenzaba.En: He had learned that a true leader recognizes the value in others and that his journey was just beginning.Es: El Día de la Hispanidad se convirtió no solo en una celebración cultural, sino también en una celebración personal, un renacimiento para Santiago.En: Día de la Hispanidad became not just a cultural celebration, but also a personal one, a rebirth for Santiago. Vocabulary Words:the breeze: la brisathe training camp: el campamento de entrenamientoto envelop: envolverthe doubt: la dudathe leader: el líderto lean: inclinarseto strive: esforzarseto prove: demostrarthe session: la sesiónthe commitment: el compromisothe teammate: el compañeroto shine: brillarto approach: acercarsethe determination: la determinaciónthe opportunity: la oportunidadto hesitate: dudarthe hero: el héroethe applause: el aplausothe test: la pruebato realize: darse cuentato burst: estallarthe evening: la tardethe shoulder: el hombroto sweep: barrerthe rebirth: el renacimientothe crowd: la multitudthe mountain: la montañathe heart: el corazónthe match: el partidothe value: el valor

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Would you like access to our advanced agency training for FREE? https://www.agencymastery360.com/training Are you really implementing AI in your agency the right way? Adding a random tool just to say you “use AI” isn't the game changer many agency owners hope it will be. In fact, chasing shiny AI solutions can waste time, drain resources, and create tools your team never actually uses. Many agency leaders, especially those aiming to build a sellable business, assume any form of AI integration will automatically boost their agency's value. But today's featured guest strongly disagrees. He's seen firsthand how agencies fall into the trap of building solutions first and searching for problems later, a costly mistake that does more harm than good. Instead, he's here to share how to approach AI adoption strategically, in ways that actually stick and drive real results. 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Stop Forcing AI Where It Doesn't Belong Ken specializes in helping agency owners start to think strategically about AI. One of the first things he warns about is the “solution in search of a problem” trap. Too many agency owners decide, “We need to be using AI somewhere,” and then jam it into the wrong part of the business. That usually leads to tools that sound cool but don't move the needle, or worse, meet resistance from the very team that's supposed to use them. Instead, Ken suggests starting with the business itself. Are you demand-constrained (needing more leads) or supply-constrained (too much work, not enough capacity)? His litmus test is simple: if a fairy godmother doubled your clients overnight, would you cheer or panic? That answer tells you where the bottleneck really is, and that's the exact spot where AI should be applied. 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These tools are often pitched as something anyone with a computer and no experience ca n use, but once your automation starts piling up with dozens of nodes, things break constantly, and you spend more time fixing than benefiting. That's when it's smarter to build custom code. Ken compares it to driving stick shift: more control, less frustration, and often a way faster solution. AI As a Superpower Not a Replacement For Ken, the real promise of AI isn't replacing people, but rather upgrading them. He calls it “giving your team superpowers.” By offloading the repetitive, low-value work to AI, you free up your people to focus on strategy, creativity, and client impact. Instead of fearing AI, most teams welcome it. Nobody loves repetitive tasks, and when you use AI to clear that away, your staff gets to spend more time on what actually lights them up. Real-World Wins (and Misses) If you're wondering how some agencies are using AI right, Ken has seen quite a few examples. For instance, an Australian medical agency built a custom chatbot trained on years of proprietary medical content. The tool now helps their writers quickly draft accurate, technical marketing content; something that would have taken hours of research before. Huge win. On the other hand, this agency built a classic example of a solution in search of a problem. Basically, the owner wanted an elaborate folder system to organize AI chats. It sounded clever, but the writers never actually needed it. Why? Because new AI queries were faster than digging through folders. A perfect example of chasing a solution before identifying a real problem. The Future of AI in Agencies in Plain English Looking ahead, Ken sees AI becoming a tool to replace code and processes. Many things we used to hardwire with messy “if-this-then-that” logic can now be handled with prompts. 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What if the very thing you thought was keeping you safe was actually suffocating your soul? Tracy Goodwin had a gift she couldn't deny. She could hear things in people's voices that no one else could hear, seven layers of sound that revealed scars, wounds, and the real person buried beneath years of conditioning. But instead of stepping into that power, she played it safe. She taught traditional voice coaching while her radical insights screamed to get out. Then the hate came. International hate clubs. Requests to appear on national television to be humiliated on purpose. Daily emails telling her she was an "effing piece of" nothing, that she shouldn't exist, that she should be dead. Her life was literally threatened because she wouldn't accommodate someone's request, because she wouldn't conform to what others wanted her to be. So she went into hiding. She refinished furniture for years, sanding away layers of old paint and varnish while God sanded away her excuses. Until she heard the voice she'd been running from: "What are you doing? I didn't put you down there to finish furniture. I need you back in the game." Within 24 hours, the concept of psychology of the voice became crystal clear.   In this raw, vulnerable conversation, Tracy reveals: The self-inflicted torture of knowing your truth but staying paralyzed by fear and people-pleasing How childhood wounds of being silenced before age five show up in the way you communicate today The moment she realized furniture refinishing was a metaphor for her real work: sanding away the fabricated layers of who people think they're supposed to be Why staying safe in people-pleasing mode almost made her lose her mind The progression of redefining success from wanting to be a famous celebrity in her 20s, to chasing money in her 30s, to her mission at 50: touching every life that must hear from her before she's gone How she went from taking months to recover from conflict to catching herself in minutes The hardest practice of all: meeting yourself with compassion when you've spent a lifetime being as hard on yourself as the world has been on you Why your voice is the literal orchestra of your heart, and there is someone desperately waiting for your message The five core wounds that stop high performers from owning their greatness: fear of judgment, fear of rejection, fear of abandonment, sense of belonging, and worthiness   This episode is for you if you've ever: Felt successful on the outside while quietly crumbling on the inside Known you had a gift but been too terrified to fully step into it Stayed small to keep others comfortable or avoid judgment Wondered "is this all there is?" while everyone else thinks you have it all figured out Struggled to give yourself the compassion you so freely give to others Been paralyzed by the gap between what you know you're capable of and what you're actually doing   Tracy Goodwin is a voice decoder, researcher, and voice behavioralist who works with the psychology of the voice. She helps high-performing leaders understand how their voice holds their scars, wounds, and power, ultimately getting them back to who they were put on this earth to be versus who the world told them to be. Find Tracy at: Instagram/TikTok: @‌captivatetherroom Website: Home LinkedIn: Tracy A. Goodwin   Ready to stop playing it safe with your own life? If Tracy's story hit you in the chest, if you recognized yourself in the pattern of knowing your truth but staying paralyzed by fear, it's time to stop hiding behind the version of success that's quietly killing you. The congruency audit is where we look at the gap between the success you've built on the outside and what you're actually feeling on the inside. We'll identify the exact patterns keeping you stuck in the "never enough" cycle, the wounds driving your over-responsibility, and what it's going to take for you to finally create success that feels as good on the inside as it looks on the outside. No more self-inflicted torture of knowing there's more but being too afraid to reach for it. No more settling for accomplishments that leave you empty. Book your Congruency Audit: lisacarpenter.ca/audit This isn't about optimizing the version of yourself you built to survive. It's about creating congruence so the life you've built doesn't just look good, it finally feels right.

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You didn't just wake up one day and decide to slap them.That moment — the one that now fills you with shame and self-blame — didn't come out of nowhere. It's been building for a long time. In this episode, Renee Swanson explores what happens when years of emotional invalidation, manipulation, and gaslighting finally push you past your breaking point. When your calm exterior cracks, and your reaction — whether yelling, slamming a door, or even lashing out — leaves you wondering, “What's wrong with me?” With deep compassion and truth, Renee explains the nervous system's response to chronic emotional stress, how covert narcissists weaponize your reactions, and why a single moment does not define your character. You'll hear a powerful story of one survivor who reached her limit — and how Renee helped her see that vulnerability and accountability can exist alongside self-forgiveness. This episode isn't about condoning reactive behavior. It's about understanding it — and breaking free from the shame that keeps survivors stuck in silence. If you've ever felt deep remorse after snapping, this conversation will help you see your humanity with new eyes. DISCLAIMER: THE INFORMATION PROVIDED BY RENEE SWANSON, COVERT NARCISSISM PODCAST, AND CNG LIFE COACHING IS FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND IS NOT TO BE USED FOR DIAGNOSIS PURPOSES AND NOT INTENDED TO BE A SUBSTITUTE FOR CLINICAL CARE. PLEASE CONSULT A HEALTH CARE PROVIDER FOR GUIDANCE SPECIFIC TO YOUR CASE. THIS MATERIAL DISCUSSES NARCISSISM IN GENERAL. RENEE SHARES STORIES FROM HER PERSONAL EXPERIENCES AS WELL AS FROM THOSE SHE HAS TALKED WITH FOR SEVERAL YEARS. HER MATERIAL DOES NOT CLAIM THAT ANY SPECIFIC PERSON HAS NARCISSISM AND SHOULD NOT BE USED TO REFER TO ANY SPECIFIC PERSON AS HAVING NARCISSISM. PERMISSION IS NOT GRANTED TO LINK TO OR REPOST THIS MATERIAL TO SUPPORT AN ALLEGATION OR SUPPORT A CLAIM THAT ANY SPECIFIC PERSON IS A NARCISSIST. THAT WOULD BE AN UNAUTHORIZED MISUSE OF THE MATERIAL AND INFORMATION PROVIDED. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today is Emmajority Report on the Majority Report On today's show: As the government shutdown rolls along, we are left looking around for Democratic leadership as Hakeem Jeffries makes the fight about memes and himself. AOC and Bernie take the reins with a shutdown explainer video. Rep Nancy Pelosi is offended by the rumor that AOC is really the one in charge of the House Dems and reaffirms Hakeem Jeffries role as Minority Leader. Co-Founder of Drop Site News and co-host of Breaking Points, Ryan Grim joins the program to provide an update on the IF intercepted Global Sumud Flotilla. Award winning journalist and author of Another World is Possible: Lessons for America From Around the Globe, Natasha Hakimi Zapata joins the program to discuss Jeremy Corbyn's new leftist party in the UK, and the failures of Kier Starmer led Labour government. Check out her piece in The Nation "Labour Has Only Itself to Blame for the UK's New Left-Wing Party" In the Fun Half: We are joined by Matt Binder & Brandon Sutton Pete Hegseth pleads to the Generals and Admirals to treat your unit the way you would treat your child's unit. Benny Johnson and Corey Lewandowski are offended by the 'woke' NFL's choice of Bad Bunny for the Super Bowl halftime show. Tim Pool and Charlie Kirk's B-Team crack themselves up by suggesting that TPUSA should broadcast a competing half time show featuring Creed. All that and more The Congress switchboard number is (202) 224-3121. You can use this number to connect with either the U.S. Senate or the House of Representatives. Follow us on TikTok here: https://www.tiktok.com/@majorityreportfm Check us out on Twitch here: https://www.twitch.tv/themajorityreport Find our Rumble stream here: https://rumble.com/user/majorityreport Check out our alt YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/majorityreportlive Gift a Majority Report subscription here: https://fans.fm/majority/gift Subscribe to the AMQuickie newsletter here: https://am-quickie.ghost.io/ Join the Majority Report Discord! https://majoritydiscord.com/ Get all your MR merch at our store: https://shop.majorityreportradio.com/ Get the free Majority Report App!: https://majority.fm/app Go to https://JustCoffee.coop and use coupon code majority to get 10% off your purchase Check out today's sponsors: ZOCDOC: Go to Zocdoc.com/MAJORITY and download the Zocdoc app to sign-up for FREE and book a top-rated doctor.  SUNSET LAKE:  Head to SunsetLakeCBD.com and use the code JustTreats25 to save 30% on all their gummies for sleep, focus, and relaxation Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @MattLech Check out Matt's show, Left Reckoning, on YouTube, and subscribe on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/leftreckoning Check out Matt Binder's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/mattbinder Subscribe to Brandon's show The Discourse on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/ExpandTheDiscourse Check out Ava Raiza's music here! https://avaraiza.bandcamp.com/

Summary  Kevin O'Connor shares his profound journey of self-discovery, coming out at 55 after two marriages and raising children. He reflects on his childhood experiences, the struggles of acceptance, and the complexities of navigating relationships. Through candid discussions, he reveals the challenges of living authentically and the joy of finding love with his husband after years of hiding his true self. Kevin emphasizes the importance of embracing one's identity and the lessons learned throughout his life.  Keywords  coming out, LGBTQ, self-acceptance, relationships, marriage, personal journey, authenticity, love, family, memoir  Takeaways  Kevin came out at 55 after two marriages.He struggled with acceptance from a young age.His childhood experiences shaped his understanding of identity.Navigating relationships was complex due to his hidden sexuality.He found love with his husband after years of self-discovery.Kevin emphasizes the importance of authenticity in life.He reflects on the challenges of being a gay educator.His journey highlights the significance of family support.Kevin's story serves as an inspiration for others in similar situations.He believes in the power of sharing one's story to help others.Chapters  00:00 Kevin O'Connor's Journey of Self-Discovery02:56 Navigating Early Life and Identity05:34 College Experiences and Hidden Truths08:02 Marriage and the Struggle with Identity10:19 The Complexity of Relationships11:29 Fatherhood and Compartmentalization14:11 The Breaking Point of Authenticity20:41 Embracing Authenticity: The Journey of Coming Out24:11 Finding Love: The Role of Timing and Connection29:40 Family Dynamics: Coming Out to Loved Ones32:46 Reflections on Life: Lessons Learned and Moving Forward37:05 Closing  Book Recommendation: Journey Out: Memoirs of men coming to grips with their orientation, by Gene Probascohttps://a.co/d/b2y78BtPodcast website and resources: https://www.OutLateWithDavid.com  YouTube Edition:  https://youtu.be/IYLGA_lLYGs  YouTube Channel:   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvsthP9yClKI4o5LxbuQnOg  Certified Professional Life Coach, David Cotton:  https://www.DavidCottonCoaching.com  Contact me:  mailto:david@davidcottoncoaching.comhttps://www.DavidCottonCoaching.com https://www.OutLateWithDavid.comhttps://linktr.ee/davidacotton  © 2025 David Cotton Coaching, LLC. All rights reserved. The "Out Late With David" podcast and its content are the property of David Cotton Coaching, LLC. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from David Cotton Coaching, LLC is strictly prohibited. Excerpts and links may be used, provided that full and clear credit is given to "Out Late With David" and David Cotton Coaching, LLC with appropriate and specific direction to the original content.

In this chapter of Always on EM, Dr. Lacey Shiue, Associate Director of Emergency Ultrasound for Mayo Clinic Emergency Medicine in Rochester, challenges us to recognize the morbidity and mortality associated with rib fractures and to rethink the way we consider pain management for people suffering these injuries.   CONTACTS X - @AlwaysOnEM; @VenkBellamkonda YouTube - @AlwaysOnEM; @VenkBellamkonda Instagram – @AlwaysOnEM; @Venk_like_vancomycin; @ASFinch; @Lacey.Shiue Email - AlwaysOnEM@gmail.com  

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In this episode, Molly guides listeners through the shift from overwhelm to ownership. She unpacks the hidden costs of micromanagement, the loss of visionary space, and the personal and professional bottlenecks that hold leaders back. With practical exercises and bold goal-setting strategies, Molly will lay the foundation for hiring a true strategic partner who empowers your visionary path. Key Takeaways: Identify personal and professional bottlenecks to regain leadership clarity and focus on visionary tasks. The importance of defining big, audacious personal and professional goals to guide your leadership journey. Conduct a comprehensive time audit over two weeks to pinpoint energy-draining tasks and unearth hidden bottlenecks. Transform bottlenecks into opportunities for delegation and improved strategic leadership. Craft a job role and ad for an executive assistant that aligns with your visionary leadership needs and bottlenecks.   Quote for the Show: "If your EA or team stepped up and owned all your bottlenecks, what would your new role look like? Begin to dream about that." - Molly McGrath   Links: Website: https://hiringandempowering.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hiringandempowering Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiringandempowering LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hiring&empoweringsolutions/ The Law Firm Admin Bootcamp + Academy™ : https://www.lawfirmadminbootcamp.com/ Get Fix My Boss Book: https://amzn.to/3PCeEhk   Ways to Tune In: Amazon Music - https://www.amazon.com/Hiring-and-Empowering-Solutions/dp/B08JJSLJ7N Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hiring-and-empowering-solutions/id1460184599 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/3oIfsDDnEDDkcumTCygHDH Stitcher - https://www.stitcher.com/show/hiring-and-empowering-solutions YouTube - https://youtu.be/VPj0RokLzkI 

Leftist cries of fascism are no longer allowed as a political crutch and Tomi Lahren will make sure of it. Political Commentator and Co-Host of “Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar” Krystal Ball steps into the ring to debate Tomi on everything from illegal immigration to the principles of Democratic socialism. Then, Tomi has some SUPERbowl Final Thoughts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Australia's housing market is at a crossroads. For first-home buyers, the dream of ownership has never felt further away – with deposits taking more than 8 years to save and mortgage repayments eating up over half of disposable incomes. Yet, at the same time, buyer demand is powering ahead, clearance rates are hitting multi-year highs, and spring is shaping up to be supercharged. How can both of these things be true? And what does it mean for you – whether you're buying, renting, or investing? Today I'm going to sit down with Dr. Nicola Powell, Domain's Chief of Research and Economics to unpack their latest affordability report and market insights. Today's episode of the Michael Yardney Podcast is a conversation you don't want to miss if you want to get some clarity on what's going on in our housing market.   Takeaways  ·         The typical household now takes longer to save for a deposit. ·         First home buyer grants are changing the market dynamics. ·         Younger Australians are facing significant barriers to home ownership. ·         Affordability is reshaping buyer demand and preferences. ·         There is a notable shift towards multi-generational living arrangements. ·         Auction clearance rates indicate a positive market momentum. ·         The rental market remains competitive for tenants. ·         Days on market for properties are stretching in some areas. ·         Investors are returning to the market with confidence. ·         Market conditions are uneven across different cities.     Chapters  02:05 - Affordability Crisis: Eight Years to Save a Deposit  04:29 - First Home Buyer Schemes Reshape Market Demand  05:53 - Generational Divide in Home Ownership Rates  08:38 - Buyer Search Trends: Granny Flats and Heritage Homes  13:33 - Supercharged Spring Market and Days on Market Shifts   Links and Resources:   Answer this week's trivia question here- www.PropertyTrivia.com.au ·        Win a hard copy of Michael Yardney's Guide to Investing Successfully.  Everyone wins a copy of a fully updated property report – What's ahead for property for 2026 and beyond.     Get the team at Metropole to help build your personal Strategic Property Plan Click here and have a chat with us   Michael Yardney – Subscribe to my Property Update newsletter here    Dr Nicola Powell, Chief of Research and Economics at Domain    Domain reports: 1.     Domain's key words and hotspot report. https://www.domain.com.au/research/this-springs-housing-buzz-top-keywords-homes-hotspots-1427073/     2.     Affordability at breaking point. https://www.domain.com.au/research/the-home-ownership-puzzle-affordability-at-breaking-point-1423719/   Get a bundle of eBooks and Reports at www.PodcastBonus.com.au     Also, please subscribe to my other podcast Demographics Decoded with Simon Kuestenmacher – just look for  Demographics Decoded wherever you are listening to this podcast and subscribe so each week we can unveil the trends shaping your future.

New York Times journalist and political commentator Ezra Klein joins Trevor to discuss the ‘the room where it happens' — is there an actual room? Who has access? And is Ezra a card-carrying member?  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Undertale took the world by storm, but Andre stayed far, far away from it, scared off by the unrelenting and obnoxious fanbase. But now many years later, can Andre find a way to play Undertale with an open mind and fresh perspective? An attempt was made as he goes at it alone. Andre: @pizzadinosaur.fineti.me Fine Time: @fineti.me [00:00] Introduction [03:25] Why I Avoided Undertale For So Long [09:16] What I Knew Beforehand [12:14] Humble Beginnings [21:01] It All Starts To Go Wrong [32:29] Breaking Point [38:30] Redemption? [50:44] The End [54:31] Conclusions [59:02] Thanks For Listening!  

‘They want people fighting! They're amplifying hateful voices & everything has got so tribal now!!' To help support this Podcast & get exclusive videos every week sign up to Neil Oliver on Patreon.comhttps://www.patreon.com/neiloliver To find out more about Gareth Icke go to,Ickonic.com & X.com/garethicke To Donate: go to Neil's Website:https://www.neiloliver.com To Shop:https://neil-oliver.creator-spring.com YouTube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/@Neil-Oliver Rumble site – Neil Oliver Official:https://rumble.com/c/c-6293844 Instagram - NeilOliverLoveLetter:https://www.instagram.com/neiloliverloveletter Podcasts:Season 1: Neil Oliver's Love Letter To The British IslesSeason 2: Neil Oliver's Love Letter To The WorldAvailable on all the usual providershttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/neil-olivers-love-letter-to-the-british-isles #NeilOliver #GarethIcke #Starmer #history #neiloliverGBNews #travel #culture #ancient #historyfact #explore Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When life pushes you to the edge, you have a choice: let it break you down—or use it to break through. Show Notes: In this episode of Shark Theory, Baylor unpacks what it really means to reach a breaking point. Drawing from etymology, rocket launches, and even the Dead Sea, he explains why breakdowns and breakthroughs come from the same place—and how you can choose which one defines you. Baylor challenges you to view your breaking point as an invitation to grow, to separate from toxic environments, and to break cycles that hold you back. By reframing pressure as progress, you'll see that what feels like breaking may actually be the moment you burst forth into a new level of your life. What You'll Learn in This Episode: Why “break” can mean both destruction and breakthrough How to recognize when it's time to release old environments or people The difference between toxic stagnation and healthy struggle Why you must break cycles and limits to grow The importance of closing the door on your past so it doesn't follow you forward Featured Quote: "Your breaking point isn't the end—it's the moment you decide whether to break down or break through."

Recently, the new embryo-selection start-up Herasight has been in the news, finally coming out of stealth. Part of the buzz is because of the public involvement of well-known geneticists and academics like Alex Young and Joe Pickrell in Herasight's algorithm development. Additionally, Noor Siddiqi, the CEO of Orchid, a competitor to Herasight (and onetime advertiser on this podcast), was a guest on Ross Douthat's show Interesting Times, triggering another round of conversations around embryo-selection, including in The Wall Street Journal and Breaking Points. To hash out some opposing viewpoints, Unsupervised Learning decided to bring on two guests that stake out very different positions, Dr. James Lee, a psychometrician and behavior geneticist at the University of Minnesota, and Dr. Jonathan Anomaly, a philosopher and Herasight's sales lead. Lee has been on the record with his skepticism of reproductive technology, writing an op-ed in The Wall Street Journal four years ago warning against the consequences of polygenic embryo selection. Meanwhile, Anomaly's last book was Creating Future People: The Science and Ethics of Genetic Enhancement, where he advances the idea that such technologies will unlock human potential.

In this timely Q&A from Galilee, Israel, Amir Tsarfati, Pastor Barry Stagner, and Steve Yohn tackle your questions about Bible prophecy, world events, and the convergence of crises shaking the globe.They discuss the rise of apostasy, the fallout from Charlie Kirk's assassination, the spiritual deception spreading online, Israel's message to Qatar after failed strikes on Hamas leaders, and what could happen if the UN pushes through a two-state resolution. They also dig into the question of America's future in prophecy, the purpose of baptism, and how to know if you have the Holy Spirit.Connect with us on social:Telegram: @beholdisraelchannelInstagramFacebookXYouTube

Have you ever felt like your life was falling apart just when you were trying to grow? That's because real growth doesn't always feel like gain—it often feels like loss. Old habits, old friendships, even old identities get stripped away, and the process can feel like breaking. If you've been asking, “Why does this growth feel so painful?”—this conversation will remind you that God is working behind the breaking to bring you into greater fruit, deeper faith, and unstoppable forward momentum. Enrollment is OPEN! Want to strengthen your faith, hear God's voice clearly, and start living from a place of bold obedience? Get on the 30 Days of Faith-Walking waitlist now. This program includes daily activations, live calls, and practical tools to help you build a lifestyle of faith that lasts. ✨ ENROLL NOW: http://julianapage.info/faithwalking    Become a Courage Co. Builder Join the movement. Train in bold faith. Grow in community. → https://julianapage.info/kingdombuilder

John Stonestreet reflects on the possibility of a national breaking point; advice for helping children through a crisis; and prayers for revival. Plus the Friday morning newsSupport The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donateAdditional support comes from Cedarville University—a Christ-centered, academically rigorous university located in southwest Ohio, equipping students for Gospel impact across every career and calling. Cedarville integrates a biblical worldview into every course in the more than 175 undergraduate and graduate programs students choose from. New online undergraduate degrees through Cedarville Online offer flexible and affordable education grounded in a strong Christian community that fosters both faith and learning. Learn more at cedarville.edu, and explore online programs at cedarville.edu/online.From The Master's University, equipping students for lives of faithfulness to The Master, Jesus Christ. masters.eduAnd from Ambassadors Impact Network, where entrepreneurs can discover faith-aligned funding opportunities. More at ambassadorsimpact.com

Trigger Warning: This episode discusses political violence and the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk. Please listen with care, as some details may be disturbing. In this deeply reflective episode of Life Points with Ronda, we examine the shocking events at Utah Valley University where Charlie Kirk was gunned down during an outdoor event. From the immediate chaos under the tent to the national and international fallout, we unpack how this moment forces America to confront the dangers of political violence. As a Black woman, I share my perspective on the contradictions between Kirk's words in life and the empathy shown after his death. We explore media framing, societal polarization, community responses, and the broader lessons about safety, democracy, and healing in a time of profound division. This is not an episode about politics — it is about humanity, loss, and the urgent need for unity in a fractured nation. Stay connected with me:

When a company's values don't match its actions, the impact can be devastating. Kim and Amy speak with investigative journalist Gardiner Harris about his book, No More Tears: The Dark Secrets of Johnson & Johnson. Harris uncovers how a company once seen as the gold standard of integrity used its famous “Credo” to build emotional trust while covering up harmful practices—from baby powder linked to cancer to its role in the opioid crisis. The conversation goes beyond one company, raising bigger questions about accountability, transparency, and the systems meant to keep us safe. It's a candid look at how misplaced trust can cause lasting damage—and what it really takes to create a culture where honesty and responsibility come first. Get all of the show notes at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠RadicalCandor.com/podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Episode Links:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Gardiner Harris No More Tears: The Dark Secrets of Johnson & Johnson  The Weekly | A Secret Opioid Memo That Could Have Slowed an Epidemic | The New York Times A Devastating New Exposé of Johnson & Johnson Indicts an Entire System | The New Republic The Johnson & Johnson Cancer Drug Scandal That Encapsulates Corruption In Health Care | STAT News J&J Is Back On The Legal Warpath After Striking Out In Baby Powder Bankruptcy | Reuters Antipsychotic Drugs and Nursing Home Residents: What Do the Different Numbers Mean? | Center for Medicare Advocacy Empire of Pain: The Secret History of the Sackler Dynasty The Least of Us: True Tales of America and Hope in the Time of Fentanyl and Meth  Physician Payments Sunshine Act (also known as the Open Payments program) Watch Cold Case: The Tylenol Murders | Netflix  Connect: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Chapters: (00:00:00) Introduction Kim and Amy introduce Gardiner Harris, investigative journalist and author. (00:01:01) No More Tears Why Gardiner's book hasn't been widely covered by the media. (00:07:35) Hidden Dangers of Products Overview of Johnson & Johnson's vast range of dangerous products. (00:15:13) Antipsychotics in Nursing Homes How antipsychotics were pushed to sedate elderly patients. (00:16:58) Opioids & Corporate Responsibility The role Johnson & Johnson played in the opioid epidemic. (00:24:04) The Power of Branding & Emotional Trust The exploitation of emotional branding to avoid accountability. (00:27:28) Incentives, Conflicts, & Complicity How financial incentives corrupted doctors, researchers, and hospitals (00:39:12) Breaking Points & Speaking Up Stories about the individuals affected by Johnson & Johnson. (00:47:27) The Cult of the Credo How J&J weaponized its corporate credo to silence whistleblowers. (00:52:19) How J&J Got Away With It The ways J&J avoided accountability and hid decades of misconduct. (00:57:36) Tylenol, Safety, & the Illusion of Trust The FDA's inability—or unwillingness—to enforce safety despite evidence. (01:03:29) Hope, Oversight & Individual Action How individual action and awareness can drive systemic change. (01:08:10) Conclusion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

-Newsmax Hotline Guest: Lt. Col. Tony Shaffer joins to break down Israel's precision strike in Qatar targeting senior Hamas leaders, and to analyze the political collapse in France and unrest in Great Britain over radical Islam and immigration. Today's podcast is sponsored by : BIRCH GOLD - Protect and grow your retirement savings with gold. Text ROB to 98 98 98 for your FREE information kit! To call in and speak with Rob Carson live on the show, dial 1-800-922-6680 between the hours of 12 Noon and 3:00 pm Eastern Time Monday through Friday…E-mail Rob Carson at : RobCarsonShow@gmail.com Musical parodies provided by Jim Gossett (www.patreon.com/JimGossettComedy) Listen to Newsmax LIVE and see our entire podcast lineup at http://Newsmax.com/Listen Make the switch to NEWSMAX today! Get your 15 day free trial of NEWSMAX+ at http://NewsmaxPlus.com Looking for NEWSMAX caps, tees, mugs & more? Check out the Newsmax merchandise shop at : http://nws.mx/shop Follow NEWSMAX on Social Media:  -Facebook: http://nws.mx/FB  -X/Twitter: http://nws.mx/twitter -Instagram: http://nws.mx/IG -YouTube: https://youtube.com/NewsmaxTV -Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsmaxTV -TRUTH Social: https://truthsocial.com/@NEWSMAX -GETTR: https://gettr.com/user/newsmax -Threads: http://threads.net/@NEWSMAX  -Telegram: http://t.me/newsmax  -BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/newsmax.com -Parler: http://app.parler.com/newsmax Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Krystal and Ryan interview GHF spokesman Chapin Fay on Gaza aid sites, claims that the Gazan boy 'Amir' is alive, Anthony Aguilar responds to accusations against his credibility. Breaking Points has reached out to GHF for comment on Anthony Aguilar's claim that SRS receives funds from COGAT. The story is developing and will be updated as new information arrives. Fox News Article: https://www.foxnews.com/world/exclusive-video-reveals-gaza-boy-said-killed-idf-alive GHF Release Statement: https://ghf.org/press-briefing-ghf-addresses-personnel-matter/ To become a Breaking Points Premium Member and watch/listen to the show AD FREE, uncut and 1 hour early visit: www.breakingpoints.comMerch Store: https://shop.breakingpoints.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Krystal and Saagar Abrego Garcia deportation, Israel double taps hospital, Bari Weiss meltdown over Breaking Points. To become a Breaking Points Premium Member and watch/listen to the show AD FREE, uncut and 1 hour early visit: www.breakingpoints.comMerch Store: https://shop.breakingpoints.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.