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For episode 651 of the BlockHash Podcast, host Brandon Zemp is joined by Andrew Sobko, CEO of Argentum AI, an Enterprise level ready AI-powered compute marketplace.Andrew Sobko is a serial entrepreneur with a background in building transformative marketplaces. He founded one of the fastest-growing companies in America, recognized by the Financial Times and honored by Goldman Sachs' Builders & Innovators award. Andrew has raised over $200 million from leading global investors including Sequoia Capital, Brookfield, and others. ⏳ Timestamps: (0:00) SUMSUB(0:44)  Introduction(0:53) Who is Andrew Sobko?(5:50) Argentum Marketplace(9:28) Advantages of Argentum(13:58) Trust & validation for Argentum clients(14:37) SUMSUB(16:00) Argentum Token(18:50) How to contribute compute(19:42) Future of Enterprise AI(22:05) Argentum roadmap for 2026(25:03) Events & conferences(25:30) Website & socials 

Host Brian Walsh takes up ImpactAlpha's top stories with editor David Bank. Up this week: The ambitious strategy behind New Mexico's $67 billion sovereign wealth fund; How the residential solar industry plans to stay competitive by eliminating dealer fees; And, how cities are building durable capital stacks for climate action, as federal support evaporates.Story links:“How New Mexico's $67 billion fund is using oil and gas revenues to build a clean energy economy,” by David Bank.“With tax credits expiring, cutting ‘dealer fees' could keep solar affordable,” by David Bank. “PosiGen bankruptcy highlights solar industry woes — and puts Brookfield in the hot seat,” by Amy Cortese.“Building durable financing for the energy transition and climate action in local communities,” by HIP Investors' Nick Gower.

Host Brian Walsh takes up ImpactAlpha's top stories with editor David Bank. Up this week: The ambitious strategy behind New Mexico's $67 billion sovereign wealth fund; How the residential solar industry plans to stay competitive by eliminating dealer fees; And, how cities are building durable capital stacks for climate action, as federal support evaporates.Story links:“⁠How New Mexico's $67 billion fund is using oil and gas revenues to build a clean energy economy⁠,” by David Bank.“⁠With tax credits expiring, cutting ‘dealer fees' could keep solar affordable⁠,” by David Bank. “⁠PosiGen bankruptcy highlights solar industry woes — and puts Brookfield in the hot seat⁠,” by Amy Cortese.“⁠Building durable financing for the energy transition and climate action in local communities⁠,” by HIP Investors' Nick Gower.

Welcome back to the Alt Goes Mainstream podcast.Today's episode was filmed live at an event during a Brookfield Oaktree Wealth Solutions RIA Council meeting in New York.Armen Panossian, the Co-CEO and Head of Performing Credit at Oaktree, and I sat down for a conversation in a Brookfield-owned building with a group of RIAs in the audience.Armen, who joined Oaktree in 2007, has been an integral part of scaling Oaktree to over $209B in AUM. Oaktree, a storied firm, particularly in distressed credit, was recently fully acquired by Brookfield, the $1T AUM alternative asset manager.Armen has a wealth of experience across different areas of credit. He is the Head of Performing Credit, where his responsibilities include oversight of the firm's liquid and private credit strategies and as a portfolio manager within the Global Private Debt and Global Credit strategies. He also led the development of Oaktree's CLO business.Armen and I had a fascinating and thought-provoking conversation. We covered:The evolution of Oaktree's business.How the acquisition by Brookfield has helped scale Oaktree's business.Why private credit is more than direct lending.The nuances of asset-based finance.The current state of the credit markets.How Oaktree has approached distressed credit investing.What Armen's memo would be if he were to write a memo like his colleague Howard Marks. And, why his memo might be titled “this is not your grandma's private credit” or “don't reach for risk to deliver the right return.”Thanks Armen and the Brookfield Oaktree Wealth Solutions team for a fantastic night and Armen for sharing your wisdom and expertise with us.Show Notes00:00 Message from Ultimus, our Sponsor01:59 Welcome to the Alt Goes Mainstream Podcast04:02 Armen Panossian's Background04:22 Early Career and Education05:42 Transition to Finance08:04 Joining Oaktree08:25 Oaktree's Early Days09:25 Investment Philosophy and Growth12:05 Balancing Pessimism and Business Building14:49 Private Credit Market Overview15:45 Core vs. Alpha in Private Credit20:06 Public vs. Private Credit21:39 Technicals and Fundamentals in Credit Markets24:17 Valuation and Risk Management25:22 Consumer Impact on Private Credit25:46 Public Markets as Indicators26:38 Oaktree's Historical Success26:48 Howard Marks' Investment Philosophy26:58 Market Dynamics and Investment Strategies27:18 Opportunities in Life Sciences27:58 Public vs. Private Market Solutions28:27 Understanding Private Credit Risks29:05 Credit Market Technicals29:41 Fraud Vigilance in Credit Markets30:07 Oaktree's Opportunistic Credit Approach31:56 Rescue Lending and Sector-Specific Opportunities32:37 Asset-Backed Finance Explained34:52 Impact of Banking Regulations35:24 Current Trends in Asset-Backed Finance39:47 Navigating the Private Credit Ecosystem40:50 Brookfield and Oaktree Partnership42:09 Wealth Channel Investment Strategies43:40 Brookfield and Oaktree: A Unique Partnership45:45 Concerns in Private Credit48:03 Advisors' Guide to Private Credit50:47 Howard's Memos and Investment Philosophy52:44 Evolving Private Credit Landscape53:48 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsEditing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant.A word from AGM podcast sponsor, Ultimus Fund SolutionsThis episode of Alt Goes Mainstream is brought to you by Ultimus Fund Solutions, a leading full-service fund administrator for asset managers in private and public markets. As private markets continue to move into the mainstream, the industry requires infrastructure solutions that help funds and investors keep pace. In an increasingly sophisticated financial marketplace, investment managers must navigate a growing array of challenges: elaborate fund structures, specialized strategies, evolving compliance requirements, a growing need for sophisticated reporting, and intensifying demands for transparency.To assist with these challenging opportunities, more and more fund sponsors and asset managers are turning to Ultimus, a leading service provider that blends high tech and high touch in unique and customized fund administration and middle office solutions for a diverse and growing universe of over 450 clients and 1,800 funds, representing $500 billion assets under administration, all handled by a team of over 1,000 professionals. Ultimus offers a wide range of capabilities across registered funds, private funds and public plans, as well as outsourced middle office services. Delivering operational excellence, Ultimus helps firms manage the ever-changing regulatory environment while meeting the needs of their institutional and retail investors. Ultimus provides comprehensive operational support and fund governance services to help managers successfully launch retail alternative products.Visit www.ultimusfundsolutions.com to learn more about Ultimus' technology enhanced services and solutions or contact Ultimus Executive Vice President of Business Development Gary Harris on email at gharris@ultimusfundsolutions.com.We thank Ultimus for their support of alts going mainstream.

Did P.M. Mark Carney pull the wool over Premier Danielle Smith's eyes with the Ottawa-Alberta pipeline agreement? Max Fawcett thinks so. In this episode, the lead columnist for Canada's National Observer lays out the method to Mark Carney's madness (11:10). But first... 4:45 | It's Giving Tuesday. Jespo, Johnny, and Max share which charity they're proud to support on this day for "radical generosity".  8:00 | Max comments on the federal Cabinet shuffle before moving on to the pipeline MOU, a proposed new pipeline route (27:40), Conservative attacks on Carney's  potential conflict of interest with Brookfield (55:00), new details on the UCP's alleged healthcare procurement scandal involving MHCare (1:01:30), and Quebec's shocking expansion of secularism laws (1:09:00).  TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com READ MAX'S COLUMN: https://www.nationalobserver.com/2025/11/27/opinion/method-mark-carney-madness MBEW: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwest.ca/ 22:40 | Registration is open for the Real Talk Pond Hockey Classic on Saturday, January 31, 2026 at Larry Olexiuk Field in St. Albert!  REGISTER TO PLAY, VOLUNTEER, or SPONSOR: https://www.ryanjespersen.com/pond-hockey 1:15:00 | This Giving Tuesday, please consider the Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation's Bridge Healing Campaign. We revisit our powerful November 28 Real Talk Round Table featuring ER Dr. Louis Francescutti, Jasper Place Wellness Centre's Taylor Soroka, advocate Glenda Sartore, and RAHF VP Lindsay Robertson. SUPPORT BRIDGE HEALING: https://www.royalalex.org/causes/emergencycare/bridge-healing FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, INSTAGRAM, and LINKEDIN: @realtalkrj & @ryanjespersen  JOIN US ON FACEBOOK: @ryanjespersen  REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

US equity futures trending lower with S&P 500 down a little. Asia equities ended mixed while Europe opened with declines. Treasury yields higher. Gilts add 3 bps to 4.5%. Bund 3 bps firmer at 2.7%. Dollar softer versus yen and euro, firmer elsewhere. Oil gains, with WTI crude around 2% higher. Gold firmer. Industrial metals higher. China official manufacturing PMI inched up to 49.2 in November from 49.0 in prior month, in-line with consensus. Underlying components showed improvement with output swinging back to neutral. New orders and new export order declines narrowed amid stabilization in domestic and external demand. Pricing measures indicative of ongoing margin pressures with raw material costs quickening. Non-manufacturing PMI fell to 49.5 from 50.1 and below consensus 50.0, marking first contractionary read since China came out of Covid lockdowns in late 2022.Companies Mentioned: UnitedHealth Group, Netflix, Warner Bros, BlackRock, Brookfield, Apollo

Aujourd'hui dans le podcast, on discute et on commente le départ du député Steven Guilbault du conseil des ministres du gouvernement de Mark Carney. Il a décidé de quitter son poste de ministre de l'Identité et de la Culture canadienne à la suite de la signature de l'entente entre le gouvernement fédéral et l'Alberta pour la construction d'un nouveau pipeline entre l'Alberta et la Colombie-Britannique. On écoute d'ailleurs quelques extraits de son passage à Tout le monde en parle, où il s'est montré très ému.DANS LA PARTIE PATREON, on commence en écoutant un extrait de l'entrevue de la présidente de la FTQ, Magalie Picard, au micro de Patrick Lagacé au 98.5, suivi de son passage à Tout le monde en parle avec la présidente de la CSN, Caroline Senneville. Ensuite, on commente l'élection d'un certain Adolf-H Uunona en Namibie et on termine en écoutant la performance de Pierre Poilievre au dîner de la presse parlementaire à Ottawa, où il roast la majorité d'entre eux.0:00 Intro2:05 Rumeurs de départs au PLC7:20 Entente entre l'Alberta et Ottawa14:06 Discussion sur la taxe carbone19:00 Steven Guilbault quitte le conseil des ministres23:16 Le positionnement de Brookfield management25:10 Extrait de Tout le monde en Parle32:28 Le NPD refuse, le parti vert veut l'avoir36:05 À venir dans le Patreon

Artificial intelligence may appear weightless, but its backbone is built on vast, energy-hungry data centers. In this episode, host Kokou Agbo-Bloua explores how these facilities—from corporate server farms to hyperscale sites—have become the brain of the AI boom. Kokou dissects the dual demands of AI: training massive models and running inference, and how these processes are fundamentally reshaping global energy and water consumption, while fuelling a trillion-dollar investment race.Later, Sikander Rashid, Global Head of AI Infrastructure at Brookfield Asset Management, joins to discuss how investors are navigating soaring demand for computational power amid the global race towards Artificial General Intelligence (AGI). He shares his insights on how balancing carbon mitigation with capacity expansion could reshape global capital flows and addresses the age-old question: are we in an AI boom or a bubble?Tune in now to uncover the hidden infrastructure behind AI—and what it means for the future of technology, finance, and the planet.CreditsPresenter & Writer: Kokou Agbo-BlouaProducers & Editors: Jovaney Ashman, Jennifer Krumm, Louis TrouslardSound Director: La Vilaine, Pierre-Emmanuel Lurton. Music: Cézame Music AgencyGraphic Design: Cédric CazalyWhilst the following podcast discusses the financial markets, it does not recommend any particular investment decision. If you are unsure of the merits of any investment decision, please seek professional advice. Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

In this episode of Deal Debrief, we explore Brookfield's recent acquisition of Generator Hostels — a leading European lifestyle hostel operator with 15 properties across 10 countries. Lauren Okada Young and Li Zhang from our Real Estate Group unpack what makes Generator's hybrid hostel-hotel model unique, how the business captures post-pandemic travel trends, and why it aligns with Brookfield's investment philosophy. Read disclaimers (https://www.brookfield.com/brookfield-perspectives-podcast-disclaimer) for this episode.

Rob Isbitts checks in with analysts Julia Ostian, Jack Bowman, and Kenio Fontes to see how they're thinking about the current market (0:40). How interest rates may affect investor behavior (14:20). Stocks that are moving in the right direction (18:45).Show Notes:How To Build A Bond Ladder That Beats The S&P 500 The Rest Of This DecadeWalmart Q3 FY26: Solid Momentum, And A Holiday Season Target Should FearEpisode TranscriptsFor full access to analyst ratings, stock and ETF quant scores, and dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions

Conservatives are calling on Carney to divest from Brookfield and disclose the nearly 1,900 other Brookfield companies he profits from that are exempt from ethics screening. Alberta's government is introducing sweeping healthcare reforms, which would allow physicians to work in both public and private systems, in the hopes of shortening medical wait times. A feature on X revealed a prominent environmental activist account protesting on Vancouver Island actually has U.S. origins. Tune in to the Daily Brief with Isaac Lamoureux and Walid Tamtam! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send a one-time contribution to the show - https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=XARF5X38AMZULListen to our Podcast on the go: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elev8podcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@elev8podcast X: https://twitter.com/TheElev8Podcast0:00 - Intro2:15 - Carney Double Crosses Every Premier8:20 - Liberals on their way out11:20 - Joly Never Read the ContractSourcesEby government being Suedhttps://www.richmondsentinel.ca/article-detail/61735/lawsuit-seeks-damages-against-bc-federal-government-over-cowichan-title-ruling Carney is briefing his cabinet on Pipelinehttps://www.theglobeandmail.com/politics/article-carney-briefs-cabinet-on-alberta-energy-deal/ Liberal Members on their way outhttps://x.com/TrendPolCa/status/1993431250619842857?s=20 Joly never read the contracthttps://www.blacklocks.ca/minister-never-read-contract/ Michael Barrett calls out all of Carney's Brookfield dealings. Liberals Lose ithttps://x.com/TheJasonPugh/status/1993418616990023791?s=20

The ASX 200 gave up its strong start to close up 70 points to 8607 as the higher-than-expected CPI number took the top off things. It was a monthly number, so can be more volatile, but 3.8% was above RBA and economist's expectations. Banks were mixed with CBA steady as NAB and WBC dipped down. The Big Bank Basket rose to $266.89 (+0.1%). MQG had a good day, up 2.8% and wealth managers also pushed ahead, HUB up 1.9% and NWL up 1.3%. Insurers mildly positive, SUN up 0.8% with REITs mixed, GMG up 1.3% but elsewhere losses as bond yields pushed higher. SCG off 0.5% and CHC down 0.4%. Industrials were firm, WES up 1.9% with retail surprisingly strong, JBH up 1.0% and APE rising 1.4% with TPW crashing 32.3% on a trading update. Fast food also better, GYG and DMP doing well, Travel stocks also better, WEB up 3.4% and FLT gaining 2.3%. Tech stocks continue to stumble around, WTC down 1.2% and XRO off 0.1% with TNE falling 2.8%.  The All-Tech Index steady.In resources, iron ore stocks pushed higher, BHP up 2.0% and FMG up 2.4% with gold miners shrugging off early weakness to push higher, VAUDA did well, up 6.5% after the hedge book news, lithium stocks exploded, PLS up 7.2%and MIN up 3.0% with oil and gas better and small gains in uranium.In corporate news, Brookfield lobbed a bid for NSR at 286c. That is three bids this week. Debutante SEA rose 12.5% after a $20m IPO. EOS jumped 3.6% after a court penalty and DRO was up 8.5% again after its recent order.On the economic front, as above, the CPI was higher than expected at 3.8%. Chalmers and Bullock not happy.Asian markets were firm, although Taiwan in focus on fears of further Chinese aggression.10-year yields rose to 4.53% on CPI. AUD rose too.UK Budget today. European markets opening higher.Want to invest with Marcus Today? Our MT20 portfolio is designed for investors seeking exposure to our strategy while we do the hard work for you.If you're looking for personal financial advice, our friends at Clime Investment Management can help. Their team of licensed advisers operates across most states, offering tailored financial planning services.  Why not sign up for a free trial? Gain access to expert insights, research, and analysis to become a better investor.

This week, Barry and Ernest review quarterly results for some more names before providing an update on their two favorite Canadian energy names. 0:00- Intro4:24- TransDigm outlook10:16- Great capital allocators pivot 14:55- Garmin update19:33- Brookfield update24:51- Buffett's pitch for Berkshire stock29:13- Why we own CNQ36:43- Tourmaline's business model  39:43- Data center tailwinds for natural gas 42:29- Country-level risk for commodities 

Ruth and Pip chat about how relentless things are at Brookfield, before Ruth reveals what Leonard said about his and Jill's open relationship. Pip doesn't believe it and when they confront Leonard he admits it was a wind-up, before he and Ruth apologise to each other. Leonard expounds on his frustration at David and Ruth checking up on him and Jill all the time, for which Pip apologises too. Leonard then explains Connie's an old friend. He offered to decorate her kitchen-diner because she's got a dodgy hip and they were just meeting to discuss ideas. Leonard only kept it secret because he knew David and Ruth would make a fuss over him climbing ladders and painting walls. Ruth promises to wind in her neck in future. While George is helping Eddie with the turkeys, Amber tells Ed her dad hasn't talked her mum round about George, despite giving George the impression he would. Her mum isn't replying to her messages either. Ed tries seeing it from her parents' point of view: all they know is that George was in prison. But that's all they want to know, Amber replies. Ed tells her not to give up hope, then points out the Grundys will soon be her family too. After tea, Eddie helps Amber with the washing-up, asking if she's seen an envelope he's missing with some turkey payments in. Later, Amber worries to Ed about the missing money, wondering if George could have taken it to pay for her ring, before asking Ed to forget she said anything.

In this illuminating episode of Insight is Capital, host Pierre Daillie sits down with Brent Smith, CIO of Kinsted Wealth, for a deep dive into how private investors can now build truly institutional-style portfolios. Smith—who spent decades leading Franklin Templeton's Multi-Asset Strategies group before co-founding Kinsted—shares a masterclass on the evolution from the 60/40 portfolio to a comprehensively diversified portfolio structure that mirrors the strategies of pension funds and endowments.This is a conversation about rethinking diversification, embracing patient capital, and building the kind of portfolio resilience engendered by institutional and private wealth management. Smith unpacks how Kinsted's approach to portfolio design, liquidity, and alpha generation is quietly transforming how advisors and their clients think about wealth, access, and opportunity.

Blacklock's Reporter's Tom Korski joins Alex Pierson to discuss Carney's Conflict of interest with Brookfield, the end of medical exam requirement for immigrants and why Ontario government hired $1 million-a month American trade lawyers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get ready for Deer Camp and gear up at the MeatEater store at The Corners of Brookfield!

Gear up at the MeatEater store at The Corners of Brookfield!

Get ready for Deer Camp and gear up at the MeatEater store at The Corners of Brookfield!

Gear up at the MeatEater store at The Corners of Brookfield!

Recording date: 14th November 2025The precious metals sector is experiencing a convergence of favorable conditions that veteran investors describe as one of the best commodity setups in decades. At the recent Precious Metals Summit in Zurich, industry leaders including Pierre Lassonde, Frank Giustra, and Marc Faber highlighted observable market fundamentals supporting this outlook: global liquidity at record highs, structural demand emerging from technological infrastructure, and mining companies generating unprecedented cash flows while trading at reasonable valuations.Global liquidity continues expanding despite recent volatility. The People's Bank of China maintains liquidity injections, while the New York Fed has announced plans for substantial liquidity injection into US markets during Q1 2026. The recent government shutdown ending will release capital trapped in the treasury system for over a month. This liquidity expansion creates sustained support for precious metals as fiat currency purchasing power deteriorates.A less obvious but transformative demand driver emerges from artificial intelligence infrastructure development. The US needs to build at least 350 gigawatts of power dedicated to AI infrastructure—equivalent to 50 nuclear power plants—representing a trillion-dollar investment cycle for power generation alone. This excludes electrical grids, transmission infrastructure, and computing hardware. Recent government partnerships with Brookfield, Cameco, and Westinghouse for nuclear facility development signal the beginning of infrastructure spending requiring massive copper, steel, and concrete quantities while necessitating continued government liquidity injection supportive of gold prices.Third quarter 2025 results demonstrated the financial leverage inherent in gold mining operations. AngloGold Ashanti increased quarterly operating cash flow from $300 million to $1.4 billion—more than quadrupling while gold prices doubled. Even accounting for the Centamin acquisition contributing 20% of production, cash flow expansion significantly exceeds gold price appreciation. The company now operates with zero net debt, increased dividends, and strategic flexibility for acquisitions or capital returns while trading at roughly half the valuation of Agnico Eagle Mines despite comparable cash generation.K92 Mining offers equally compelling value, posting six consecutive quarters of free cash flow while organically funding construction of a complete new mill, twin declines, and associated infrastructure. The Phase 3 expansion completing commissioning in Q4 2025 will drive significant cash flow growth as throughput increases with minimal incremental operating costs. Operating costs scale favorably—an 800 tonne per day mill requires similar oversight as a 3,000 tonne per day mill. Market valuations have not yet reflected this coming cash flow expansion, creating opportunity for investors who understand the timeline and trust management execution.The M&A cycle is accelerating as producers with pristine balance sheets deploy capital. Recent examples include B2 Gold taking a 19.9% stake in Prospector Generator (now funded with $40 million for 2026 exploration), Probe Gold's acquisition, New Gold's pending takeover, and Gold Fields committing $50 million to junior investments. The competition for quality assets remains in early stages despite this activity.Investment opportunities span the market capitalization spectrum: established producers generating record profits at reasonable valuations, funded developers approaching major cash flow inflections, and well-backed exploration companies positioned for discoveries. Current Q4 volatility represents tactical entry opportunities before typical Q1 seasonal strength, with multiple fundamental drivers supporting sustained outperformance of real assets over the coming decade.Learn more: https://cruxinvestor.comSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

On this special episode of SEGA Talk, George and Barry take an IRL trip to the Galloping Ghost Arcade in Brookfield, IL! What games did we play? Who did we meet? Watch and find out! [iTunes – Stitcher – YouTube – Download] Support us on Patreon! Get early access, have your memories read on the show, select the games we talk … Continued

Listen to an audio version of Brookfield's Third Quarter 2025 Letter to Shareholders to learn about the firm's progress across its Alternative Asset Management, Wealth Solutions, and operating businesses. Please read this disclaimer (https://www.brookfield.com/podcast-disclaimer) before listening.

Welcome to the commercial real estate apocalypse, where Denver office buildings are selling for literal pennies on the dollar! We're talking 85-90% haircuts on properties that were worth hundreds of millions just four years ago. Brookfield just took a $342 million bath on their Denver office complex, selling for $57.5 million what they paid $400 million for in 2020. Meanwhile, Seattle politicians are so incompetent they're closing city parks rather than addressing the rampant criminal activity destroying them.This isn't just a pandemic hangover – it's the predictable result of progressive leadership letting downtown cores become open-air drug markets while telling businesses "work from home forever." From Denver's twin towers selling for $6 million (down 90%) to Wells Fargo Center losing 76% of its value, we're witnessing the greatest commercial real estate collapse in modern history.Is anyone surprised that companies don't want their employees walking through zombie-infested streets? What did these progressive mayors think would happen when they chose criminals over taxpayers? The doom loop continues, and it's only getting worse.

In January 2023, 35-year-old Brittany Tee walked away from a home in Brookfield, Massachusetts and vanished. It was dark and cold out, and Brittany was on foot. No one knows where she was planning on going, or why.What followed was one of the largest search efforts in central Massachusetts history - with state police, divers, and volunteers scouring the icy woods, ponds, and rivers surrounding the quiet town of Brookfield. Yet, no trace of Brittany has ever been found.WHERE IS BRITTANY TEE?Thank you for supporting our mission!Join us on Patreon & help support families of the missing---  www.patreon.com/wherearetheypodcastFollow us for news and case updates on:Facebook:  www.facebook.com/wherearetheypodcastInstagram: @thewherearetheypodcastEmail me: Canwefindthem@gmail.com

Hydropower is one of the oldest sources of renewable energy, powering Canada's first electric lights in 1881 and providing clean energy to six out of ten homes and businesses today. Ontario's north leads its next chapter. Trevor sums up how new hydro projects with First Nations transform remote communities, reduce diesel reliance, and support reconciliation. With billions invested in refurbishing plants and expanding the grid, it's a story of clean energy, collaboration, and Canada's sustainable future.   Related links   ●       Electrifying Canada's remote communities with QUEST Canada (thinkenergy episode 143): https://thinkenergypodcast.com/episodes/electrifying-canadas-remote-communities-with-quest-canada/ ●       Watay Power Project: https://www.wataypower.ca/   ●       Trevor Freeman on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trevor-freeman-p-eng-8b612114   ●       Hydro Ottawa: https://hydroottawa.com/en     To subscribe using Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thinkenergy/id1465129405   To subscribe using Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7wFz7rdR8Gq3f2WOafjxpl   To subscribe on Libsyn: http://thinkenergy.libsyn.com/ --- Subscribe so you don't miss a video: https://www.youtube.com/user/hydroottawalimited Follow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hydroottawa   Stay in the know on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HydroOttawa Keep up with the posts on X: https://twitter.com/thinkenergypod - Transcript: Trevor Freeman  00:07 Welcome to a think energy short hosted by me, Trevor Freeman. This is a bite sized episode designed to be a quick summary of a specific topic or idea related to the world of energy. This is meant to round out our collective understanding of the energy sector, and will complement our normal guest interview episodes. Thanks for joining and happy listening. Hi everyone, and welcome back to think energy. I'm your host, Trevor Freeman, and today we're shifting our lens to the north. Across North America, we are seeing a resurgence of hydro power, and that includes here in Ontario, where I'm located, this province is looking to this long standing generation method to power Canada's growing and energy starved northern communities first. Let's take a quick look back at history. Canada's first electric lights were actually powered by hydro power. Back in 1881 a small hydro electricity plant in Sherbrooke, Quebec lit up the night and sparked a clean energy story that's still unfolding today, from those earliest River power lights to today, where we see more than 200 hydro stations generating over 60% of Canada's electricity and about 90% of our renewable power. Hydro power remains backbone of our clean energy system and powers six out of 10 homes and businesses. It's reliable, it's cost effective, and unlike solar wind, which can be intermittent, water, provides a steady stream of power pretty much 24/7 some plants have even been operating for more than a century. But according to water power Canada, because we've been relying on this source for so long, there is actually a lot of untapped potential that can be realized by refurbishing and modernizing our older facilities, not to mention developing new ones. We could significantly expand clean capacity, which would help us move closer to our net zero goals. As I've said before on the show, we need every tool in the toolbox, and expanding hydro power is one of those tools. So let's have a look at the North American resurgence of hydropower across the continent, there is a renewed focus on this source as a stable, long term solution to rising energy demand. Even the tech sector is taking notice. In July 2025 Google announced a $3 billion deal to secure hydro power from two US facilities in Pennsylvania through Brookfield asset management. It is the largest corporate clean energy agreement of its kind, which is a signal of how essential reliable renewable power has become. In this digital age, we need something to power these giant AI data centers, and these corporations are looking for something that's reliable and clean. The hydropower sites will be upgraded and relicensed under the agreement, and Google also intends to expand the deal into other regions of the US, Midwest and mid Atlantic, where it's investing $25 billion in new data centers. This deal signals a shift in corporate energy procurement, from simply buying renewable energy credits to offset their emissions to directly investing in specific, large scale, long duration infrastructure deals to power businesses. Of course, this definitely raises questions about the implications for how the grid and energy markets may evolve as demand in the tech and business sector continues to change and grow. That's something we'll explore at a different time. While Google's deal is driven by data and growth. Ontario's story is being shaped by geography, reconciliation and regional development. So let's have a look to the north. Like we said we would when electricity grids were first built, many northern and remote communities were left out because connecting them wasn't seen as practical or affordable. I talked about this with Gemma Pinchon from Quest Canada about a year ago on this show. Have a listen if you haven't already. With small populations spread across vast distances, it was considered too costly to run transmission lines that far north. So while the rest of the country was plugged into their provincial grids, many of these communities were left to rely on local diesel generation, a decision that might have made economic sense at the time, but definitely isn't equitable and not great for the environment. Thankfully, we're seeing some movement in this area. New investments and partnerships are changing how energy is produced and shared, and Ontario is turning once again, to our water power routes, but this time, it's doing it differently. This year, the Ontario government announced several new partnerships with First Nations that are changing the way clean energy projects take shape, emphasizing shared ownership, community leadership and lasting local benefits. New hydro developments in the north are being co created with First Nations who've lived alongside these rivers for generations. So let's have a look at some specifics. In July, the province announced plans for two new large scale hydro electric stations in northern Ontario, the Nine Mile rapids project on the Abitibi River and the Grand Rapids project on the Mattagami. Together, these could generate up to 430 megawatts of clean electricity that's enough to power. Nearly half a million homes. This is the province first large scale expansion of hydro electricity facilities in decades. What makes these projects truly historic is who's at the table. The stations will be co developed with the Taykwa Tagamu Nation and the Moose Cree First Nation, marking a shift towards shared ownership and long term community benefit. It's a model of collaboration that intertwines energy expansion with economic reconciliation, and this is just part of a larger effort. Ontario has also committed $4.7 billion to refurbish and expand existing hydro electric facilities across the province, from Northern Ontario to Niagara Cornwall and all the way out east. Together, these upgrades could add another 5000 megawatts of reliable clean power. It's a move that fits squarely within Ontario's long term plan to meet rising demand in the north with reliable low carbon power. The IESO, our system operator, predicts northern Ontario's demand for electricity will increase by 81% by 2050, higher than the provincial average. Of course, generating electricity is only half the story, as we've talked about before. It needs to reach the people in the industries that need it to make that happen, Ontario is working with transmission partners to build 1000s of kilometers of new power lines across the north. A prime example is Watay Power, the largest indigenous led grid connection project in Ontario's history. It's 1800 kilometers of transmission lines will connect more than 18,000 people across 16 remote First Nation communities to the provincial grid for the first time, ending decades of dependence on diesel. These grid expansions are also laying the groundwork for future economic development, especially in the mineral rich Ring of Fire region. The province recently signed a 39 and a half million dollar community partnership agreement with the Wabequie First Nation to support infrastructure early works and an all season road that will unlock access to critical minerals essential for EV batteries and clean technologies. Hopefully, this is a sign that we're seeing a real shift in how Canada views its north, not just as a remote region, but as a cornerstone of the country's future. The federal government is linking energy development, mining and national security in a way that we haven't seen in decades. There's renewed investment in hydro and transmission projects, plans to tap into critical minerals for the clean economy and a growing military infrastructure to reinforce sovereignty in the Arctic. It's all part of a bigger effort to power the north, protect it and ensure the communities who live there share the benefits of its growth. So what does all this mean? Ontario's investments aren't just about electricity. They're about sovereignty, sustainability and self determination. They represent a vision for Canada's north, where the local power generation, indigenous leadership and economic opportunity grow together. Still, there are important questions ahead that we'll all be watching. How will the province balance clean growth with ecological protection? How can partnerships ensure that the benefits of these projects are lasting and equitable for both the province and First Nations leading this work on their own traditional lands? In the end, the real energy transformation isn't just about megawatts. It's also about connection and making sure that we're smart about how we grow and expand our grid and our communities. Thanks for checking in. We'll chat next time. Thanks for tuning in to another episode of the think =energy podcast. Don't forget to subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts, and it would be great if you could leave us a review. It really helps to spread the word. As always, we would love to hear from you, whether it's feedback, comments or an idea for a show or a guest, you can always reach us at thinkenergy@hydroottawa.com.

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The Moose on The Loose helps Canadians to invest with more conviction so they can enjoy their retirement. Today, I'm discussing how to analyze Brookfield Infrastructure (BIP) (BIPC) www.dividendstocksrock.com/brookfield 6 Retirement Upgrades Webinar (tax optimization, reduce fees, best withdrawal strategies): https://retirementloop.ca/webinar It's all about dividend growth investing! Get the 20 income products guide for retirees: https://retirementloop.ca/income/ Get your Investment roadmap: https://dividendstocksrock.com/roadmap

The Moose on The Loose helps Canadians to invest with more conviction so they can enjoy their retirement. Today, I'm discussing how to analyze Brookfield Corp (BN) and Brookfield Assets Management (BAM) 6 Retirement Upgrades Webinar (tax optimization, reduce fees, best withdrawal strategies): https://retirementloop.ca/webinar It's all about dividend growth investing! Get the 20 income products guide for retirees: https://retirementloop.ca/income/ Get your Investment roadmap: https://dividendstocksrock.com/roadmap

Known this season for its offense, No. 14-seeded Rolling Meadows used a strong defensive effort to defeat No. 3 host Riverside-Brookfield 29-23 in the Class 6A playoff opener – the program's first playoff victory since 2019.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.

From data centers to electric vehicles, the world's need for reliable, scalable energy is growing fast. On Brookfield Perspectives, Natalie Adomait and Scott Peak share how Brookfield's renewable power and infrastructure businesses are helping to build the foundation for an electrified, AI-enabled world. Read disclaimers (https://www.brookfield.com/brookfield-perspectives-podcast-disclaimer) for this episode.

In this conversation with Blacklock's Reporter managing editor Tom Korski, Alex Pierson digs into the growing list of ethical and governance crises facing Ottawa. Korski breaks down the Commons vote ordering hearings into Prime Minister Mark Carney's extensive stock holdings — a portfolio spanning hundreds of companies, including Brookfield's Westinghouse subsidiary, which has received federal funding. The discussion questions whether Canada's top office can truly separate public duty from private interest. They then turn to a surge in federal whistleblower complaints, as the Integrity Commissioner warns Parliament that her office is overwhelmed with serious allegations of corruption, nepotism, and misuse of funds — calling it evidence of a “petty, and sometimes not-so-petty” corruption problem in Ottawa. Finally, the pair debate the proposed federal ban on public displays of the swastika, which the Canadian Civil Liberties Association calls government overreach. Korski argues that while consistency matters, Ottawa's selective outrage reveals deep contradictions in how Charter rights are defended. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

More record highs for the major averages ahead of the Fed decision and earnings from the three of the Magnificent 7 names. Longtime market watcher Mohamed El-Erian gives his predictions ahead of Jerome Powell's press conference. Meantime Nvidia hit a record high, becoming the first company to push above 5 trillion dollars in market cap. Plus what to expect from Alphabet's earnings report, and a conversation from Saudia Arabia with Brookfield CEO Bruce Flatt, fresh off an $80 billion nuclear deal with the U.S. Government.Squawk on the Street Disclaimer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sam Garetano is Senior Vice President at Brookfield Asset Management, where he works in the infrastructure area with a particular focus on data centers. He has spent his entire career in various roles in finance including at Blackrock and Adams Street Partners.Our conversation starts with Sam's somewhat unconventional path into finance. He initially thought he would pursue a career in sports broadcasting, after pursuing a degree in broadcast journalism. While that career path was not to be, we reflect on how a love of statistics and an eye for detail can align with a flair for financial analysis. We move then to his move to Brookfield and into the infrastructure area and speak about the opportunity set in the burgeoning field of data centers. In this dynamic area, staying up to date is key and Sam mentions the evolution of data centers from small, single-purpose structures to large, power-consuming facilities. This naturally has led to a surge in demand for power which is a further source of infrastructure investment opportunity. Our discussion spans the importance of global reach, local investment and the evolving financial ecosystem around infrastructure and data centers. With thanks to Baillie Gifford for sponsoring Series 4 of 2025. Baillie Gifford is a long-term investment manager, dedicated to discovering the innovations and changemakers that deliver exceptional growth opportunities for its clients.

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On this episode: ⁃ Brookfield wins their 4th straight Bell Game with a couple of late scores to top Marceline. Hear from Quarterback Phoenix Jordan. ⁃ Week 9 High School Football Scoreboard ⁃ Saturday Quarterfinal Softball and District Volleyball preview Wanna thank all of our great sponsors who make this all possible.Tolly & Associates Little Caesars of St. Joseph John Anderson Insurance, Meierhofer Funeral Home & Crematory HiHo Bar & Grill Barnes Roofing Jayson & Mary Watkins Matt & Jenni Busby Michelle Cook Group Russell Book & Bookball 365 The St. Joseph MustangsB's Tees KT Logistics LLC Hixson-Klein Funeral Home James L. Griffith Law Firm of Maysville Toby Prussman of Premier Land & Auction Group, HK Quality Sheet Metal, Redman Farms of Maysville, Melissa WinnHenke Farms, Green Hills Insurance LLC., Cintas, Thrive Family Chiropractic, IV Nutrition of St. Joseph, J.C's Hardwood Floors, Roth Kid Nation Serve Link Home Care out of Trenton, Barnett's Floor Renewal LLC., Balloons D'Lux, B3 Renovations, KC Flooring & Drywall, C&H Handyman Plumming, The Hamilton Bank member FDIC, Wompas Graphix & Embroidery of LibertyEllis Sheep Company of Maysville, Bank Northwest of Cameron, Akey's Catering & Event Rentals, Brown Bear of St. Joseph, Whitney Whitt Agency of Hamilton, Wolf Black Herefords, The KCI Basketball Podcast Jacob Erdman - Shelter Insurance of Rock Port, Rob & Stacia Studer, Green Family Chiropractic , Annie & Noah Roseberry of Re/Max Professionals, Moseley Farms, Jake Anderson of Shelter Insurance Bray Farms of Cameron.A slice & a swirl of Maysville Adkison Barber ShopMoyer Concrete of Maysville Cody Vaughn Wealth Advisor with ThriventGallatin Truck & Tractor Grandmas Gun Shop in Agency Nash Gas in Dearborn Accurate Appraisal in St. Joseph Ryan Meyerkorth SeedB.W. Timber of Bethany Exclusive P.R. of Chicago Great Than Financial Hogue Lumber Company of Albany Stifel in ChillicotheUnited Cooperates, INC out of Osborn & Pattonsburg MP and Sons Contracting in Maysville JA White Construction in Maysville

Glenbard East junior kicker Moises Velazquez nailed a 48-yard field goal as time expired, giving the Rams a thrilling 45-43 victory over Riverside-Brookfield and their second consecutive Upstate Eight East title.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.

Host Kyle Macdonald and CEO Jason Manwaring break down how renewed 1031 exchanges and 100% bonus depreciation are reshaping the 2025 real estate market. They discuss how these policies free up liquidity, spur new transactions, and influence investor behavior—plus why capital raising and lending activity is roaring back to pre-pandemic levels. This episode dives into what's fueling the rebound: declining vacancies, a slowdown in new construction, easing rates, and major institutional inflows from firms like Blackstone, Brookfield, and Carlisle. Kyle and Jason also share how investors can position themselves to buy quality assets ahead of a potential multi-year rate-cut cycle. What You'll Learn: How the return of full bonus depreciation and 1031 exchanges is boosting liquidity Why tax strategy alone isn't enough—the asset itself still has to perform Early signs that commercial real estate activity and loan originations are rebounding Insights into multifamily, industrial, and office recovery trends Why institutional money is pouring back into U.S. real estate What a likely rate-cut cycle means for investors buying now ⚠️ Disclaimer: This conversation is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as tax, legal, or investment advice. Consult a qualified professional for guidance on your specific situation.

In this episode of Deal Debrief, we explore the evolving world of aircraft leasing and how Brookfield supported Air Lease Corporation through a bespoke hybrid capital solution. Ryan Schwartz, who leads Corporate Credit at Brookfield, joins the podcast to discuss how this complex, multi-stakeholder transaction came together—bringing together Brookfield's credit expertise and global relationships to structure a long-term, private investment-grade solution.Read disclaimers (https://www.brookfield.com/brookfield-perspectives-podcast-disclaimer) for this episode.

We're headed to New Cambria, Missouri for the 47th B&C Show-Me Fall Longhorn Sale, and we sit down with sale host Shawn Sayre to preview what's in store. With 40 consignors and a tradition nearly five decades strong, this year's event blends legacy, community, and a sharp set of cattle.Weekend at a glance Friday, Oct 24 (Sale facility & Brookfield, MO) • 6:00 PM — Gathering at Helm Street Inn (Brookfield, MO) • 7:00 PM — Futurity Heifer Calcutta (“Sold by the Catalog”)Saturday, Oct 25 (Sale barn) • 8:30 AM — Meet & Greet at the Sale Barn Café • 10:00 AM — 47th B&C Show-Me Fall Sale startsShawn shares what makes the B&C weekend special, which consignments to watch, and how the Calcutta, community gatherings, and long-running traditions set the tone for another standout B&C Sale.Send us a textFrom the Pasture with Hired Hand:Hired Hand Websites (@hiredhandwebsites): https://hiredhandsoftware.comHired Hand Live (@hiredhandlive): https://hiredhandlive.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiredhandwebsites/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HiredHandSoftwareTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hiredhandwebsitesNewsletter: https://www.hiredhandsoftware.com/resources/stay-informed

Discussions abound regarding the rumored $10 billion sale of YES communities to Brookfield, a Canadian REIT. While we don't really know all the facts at this point, there are some certainties that this deal represents, and we're going to explore what those items are in depth.

In this episode, we cover a busy week of earnings: BlackRock’s big inflows and a push to bring more traditional investments onto the blockchain, Aritzia’s surprisingly strong U.S. growth, and ASML’s steady demand for its chip-making machines despite China limits. Plus, Brookfield buying the rest of Oaktree, Tilray still struggling in a value-driven cannabis market, and Pepsi learning that price hikes can’t beat falling volumes. We wrap with why even “moat” brands need to adapt post-pandemic. Tickers of stocks discussed: BLK, ATZ.TO, ASML, BN, BAM, TLRY, PEP Check out our portfolio by going to Jointci.com Our Website Our New Youtube Channel! Canadian Investor Podcast Network Twitter: @cdn_investing Simon’s twitter: @Fiat_Iceberg Braden’s twitter: @BradoCapital Dan’s Twitter: @stocktrades_ca Want to learn more about Real Estate Investing? Check out the Canadian Real Estate Investor Podcast! Apple Podcast - The Canadian Real Estate Investor Spotify - The Canadian Real Estate Investor Web player - The Canadian Real Estate Investor Beam Radiology - Pain management Asset Allocation ETFs | BMO Global Asset Management Sign up for Fiscal.ai for free to get easy access to global stock coverage and powerful AI investing tools. Register for EQ Bank, the seamless digital banking experience with better rates and no nonsense.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send Kris and Rob a Text Message!In 1981 Brookfield, Connecticut, an altercation ended with Alan Bono losing his life—and a courtroom battle followed that tried to introduce demonic possession as a legal defense. We trace the full timeline: 11-year-old David Glatzel's reported afflictions, the involvement of Ed & Lorraine Warren and multiple clergy, Arne Cheyenne Johnson's alleged transference challenge, and Judge Robert Callahan's decision to bar possession evidence at trial. We also examine alternative, earthly explanations—including the Sominex (diphenhydramine) theory—and how side effects might mimic “possession” in a child.What you'll hearVerified timeline of the Brookfield case and trial strategyPriest involvement, alleged exorcisms, and the Warrens' roleWhy the “Devil Made Me Do It” argument never reached the jurySkeptical takes and the Sominex angle: could symptoms be pharmacological?Lasting impact on pop culture, documentaries, and true-crime discourseListen & support Subscribe, rate, and share to help more listeners find evidence-driven true-crime analysis with Southern-flavored candor.#TrueCrime #ArneJohnson #DevilMadeMeDoIt #EdAndLorraineWarren #GlatzelFamily #BrookfieldCT #Paranormal #Exorcism #CaseTimeline #Podcast Sources used for this podcast:  https://www.hitched2homicide.com/post/arne-johnson-the-devil-made-me-do-itSupport the showJOIN THE HITCHED 2 HOMICIDE IN-LAWS AND OUTLAWSSTART KRIS CALVERT'S BOOKS TODAY FOR FREEH2H WEBSITEH2H on TWITTERH2H on INSTA

Today we had the pleasure of hosting William Clouston, Party Leader of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) in the United Kingdom. William has served as Party Leader since 2018 and was re-elected in March 2020. He originally joined the SDP in 1982 and spent four years in the Conservative Party, becoming a District Councilor and serving on Tynedale Council. He holds both undergraduate and master's degrees in Urban Planning and Property Management. We became interested in connecting with William after reading the SDP's Energy Abundance paper published in September (linked here). Founded in 1981, the SDP is an economically left leaning and culturally traditional political party. Its flagship “Social Market” economic model views the private and public sectors not as opponents but as complementary parts of the same society. We were delighted to connect with William for an insightful discussion on the UK and Europe's energy policies and beyond. We covered a wide range of topics in our conversation, beginning with the purpose and motivation for writing Energy Abundance, including Britain's current energy crisis, marked by too little power, high costs, and overreliance on imports. William shares the history of the government's role in energy policy and the SDP's argument for a return to government-led energy development, starting with building gas and coal plants. He discusses reactions to the paper, the urgency of rebuilding domestic energy capacity, and the importance of distinguishing cost and value when considering investing $150 billion in grid stabilization and baseload generation. We compare the UK's energy landscape to Germany and the U.S., the risk of further productivity decline if energy issues persist, and public awareness of the energy crisis, which remains politically constrained by cultural and institutional apathy. We explore the SDP's economic and political philosophy, including the party's support for strategic trade protection and tariffs and its cultural traditionalism, emphasizing family as the foundation of society, nation-states, borders, and conventional values. We touch on how energy debates are often constrained by social norms, particularly around net zero, the SDP's 10-year energy plan proposing a state-run, vertically integrated utility, the UK's historical “dash for gas” and current overreliance on renewables, and the party's support for large-scale nuclear, favoring its “brute force” capacity and proven designs. We ended by asking William for his vision of the UK in ten years. We learned a lot and greatly appreciate William for sharing his deep knowledge of British politics, policies, and culture with us all. To start the show, Mike Bradley noted that the S&P 500 is up ~2% this week on better than expected quarterly results from the Big US Banks. AI & Electricity mania remain “the” key equity market drivers, which has also pushed the Consumer Discretionary, Technology & Utilities sectors higher this week. On the crude oil market front, WTI has sunk to ~$59/bbl, partly on the Gaza Peace Agreement but mainly due to growing concern with the 2026 global oil supply surplus. Both the IEA and OPEC published their monthly oil outlooks, with the IEA projecting a ~4mmbpd 2026 surplus, which is ridiculously higher than all other estimates. The reason oil prices seem to be moving lower this week (versus previous weeks) is because oil traders are pressing their bearish bets now that crude oil prices have finally broken to the downside. On the energy equity front, one of this week's biggest Energy/Electricity equity movers is Bloom Energy (up ~30%) on news Brookfield struck a $5B strategic partnership with Bloom to be their preferred fuel cell supplier at Brookfield's global AI factories. Q3 Energy results kick off this week with most investors expecting to hear a softening frac story but a scaling up of their power business. Most investors

After playing free safety and slot receiver last season, Riverside-Brookfield senior Warren Mason is primarily a defensive player this season. He's one of the players that's helped lead the 7-0 Bulldogs to their best start since 2001. That, plus notes on Lemont and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.

Bloom Energy (BE) rallied more than 20% to kick off Monday's trading session. Alex Coffey explains how energy demand building for the A.I. infrastructure picture helps play a role in the surging price action. The tech picture is more mixed, with Wells Fargo upping price targets for storage giants Seagate (STX) and Western Digital (WDC), while BofA downgraded Intel (INTC) and Texas Instruments (TXN).======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/ About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about

What's shakin'? I went all in today with someone who truly understands the evolution of digital marketing — John Sampogna, co-founder and CEO of Wonder Sauce, a creative agency behind some of the most innovative brand stories out there. John's worked with massive names like Samsung, Brookfield, and Subway, and been featured in outlets like CNBC, Yahoo, and Digiday — but what really stood out in this convo was his honesty about what makes modern marketing work. We dug deep into the difference between branding and marketing, how companies get lost chasing performance metrics, and why storytelling and authenticity still reign supreme. John also dropped major insight on how AI is transforming the creative world — not replacing creators, but enhancing them. We even got into how his team uses AI responsibly to make campaigns smarter, faster, and more human. This one is for every entrepreneur, marketer, and creator trying to navigate the new digital frontier. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by “hustle culture” in marketing or wondered how to stand out in a noisy world, this episode is your playbook.We Meet: John Sampogna, Chief Executive Officer and Co-founder of WondersauceConnect:Connect with Rick: https://linktr.ee/mrrickjordanConnect with John: www.wondersauce.comSubscribe & Review to ALL IN with Rick Jordan on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RickJordanALLINAbout John: John Sampogna is the Chief Executive Officer and Co-founder of Wondersauce, an agency specializing in brand storytelling, paid media, e-commerce, and digital experiences. With over 15 years of experience in digital marketing and advertising, Sampogna has created and led work for a wide range of clients from innovative startups to household names such as Samsung, Scott's, Brookfield, Golf.com, and Subway, amongst many others. Featured early in his career in Business Insider's “30 Most Creative People In Advertising Under 30”, Sampgona's insights have been featured in numerous media outlets, including Glossy, Adweek, CNBC, Medium, Yahoo, and Digiday. Today, he manages a team of over 100 creatives, strategists, producers, and technologists at Wondersauce, and is well-regarded industry-wide for his innovative approach toward digital marketing and brand storytelling.

In this episode, Brookfield Residential CIO Brandon Sharp joins host Melissa Howatson to share his unique career journey and to reveal why tighter alignment between finance and IT drives true transformation. Brandon reflects on lessons learned while leading major initiatives in homebuilding and real estate, from navigating shadow IT to building cross-functional trust. He offers practical insights on transparency, influence, and project management—and explains why finance leaders who are “data curious” often become the critical bridge to IT. This discussion highlights practical strategies to strengthen IT–finance partnerships, accelerate transformation, and foster alignment that delivers business-wide impact. Discussed in This Episode: How to transform IT–finance collaboration into a growth engine The “Tell Them” Triad for influence Balancing time, cost and quality in transformation projects Identifying and empowering data-curious champions within finance For CFO insights, episode show notes and exclusive blog content, visit thecfoshowpodcast.com.

This episode is sponsored by Brookfield In recent years, industrials and manufacturing companies have attracted relatively modest levels of interest from private equity managers. However, a reappraisal may now be overdue. In the US and other developed markets, trade tariffs and the need for more resilient supply chains are driving a resurgence in homegrown industrials. And given the advent of new technologies – including artificial intelligence – the opportunities around reimagining processes and finding valuable efficiencies could be huge. In this episode, Anuj Ranjan, CEO of Brookfield's private equity group, and David Bonasia, a managing partner and head of operations for the firm's Americas group, explain why industrials could offer excellent openings for PE investors. After all, companies in this space tend to avoid the drastic swings in valuations that have been problematic for investors in other sectors, they say. And with AI on hand to boost value creation efforts, there's plenty of upside to capture.