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In this powerful episode of The Buck Stops Here, host Kirk Buchner sits down with Gill Florentino—former professional baseball player, JP Morgan executive, and author of the inspiring memoir "The Home We Built: A Memoir of Drive, Determination, and Leadership."Gill opens up about his journey from overcoming childhood adversity to leading high-performing teams in corporate America—and how the lessons from sports shaped his leadership philosophy. Discover why he believes "their wins are theirs, the losses are mine," how celebrating small victories builds momentum, and why 100% of his book proceeds support the Houston Food Bank.Key Topics Covered:• Turning personal struggle into purpose-driven leadership• Building team culture: "First in, last out" mentality• Why process creates outcomes in sports and business• The family cigar business: Craft, legacy, and global expansion• How to hire, empower, and believe in your team
This segment of The Buck Stops Here features Dan Buck reacting to the lack of mainstream media coverage of a large pro-Israel rally in Washington, D.C., followed by a shift into political commentary on media bias and selective reporting. The conversation moves into entertainment-style political satire, highlighting an AI-generated parody song tied to the Los Angeles mayoral race featuring figures like Karen Bass, Gavin Newsom, Kamala Harris, and Nancy Pelosi. The discussion then pivots sharply to alleged large-scale fraud in government programs, with Buck focusing on Minnesota's “Feeding Our Future” scandal, a reported $250 million scheme involving fraudulent meal claims through sham nonprofits. He argues that systemic fraud of this scale requires institutional complicity and criticizes oversight failures at both state and federal levels, citing whistleblowers and investigative reporting that suggest political connections and possible involvement by elected officials. The segment closes with broader claims that fraud networks may span multiple states and parties, while emphasizing the need for criminal accountability at higher levels of government rather than only targeting lower-level offenders. Hashtags: #DanBuck #TheBuckStopsHere #FraudScandal #Minnesota #FeedingOurFuture #GovernmentWaste #WashingtonDC #MediaBias #LosAngelesMayorRace #AIPArody #Accountability
Dan Buck joins the segment to introduce a new format for his “Buck Stops Here” commentary, starting each appearance with a featured independent music clip, this time spotlighting rapper Tom McDonald and his track “Anti,” which he describes as a critique of Hollywood and political culture. The discussion expands into broader cultural and political themes, including criticism of progressive policies in blue states, with claims that high taxes and expanded government programs are driving a migration of people and businesses toward lower-tax states like Texas, Florida, and Tennessee. The conversation explores whether that trend reflects unintended consequences or deliberate political strategy, including concerns about long-term fiscal collapse and potential federal bailouts. The segment closes with a lighter exchange about music tastes and the surprising popularity of the band Bring Me the Horizon among younger fans, before teasing upcoming discussion on family policy and accountability in the Trump administration. Hashtags: #TheBuckStopsHere #DanBuck #TomMcDonald #BlueStateExodus #Texas #Florida #Tennessee #PoliticalCommentary #MusicDiscussion #MorningShowPolitics
Hour 3 opens with a pushback against alarming media coverage of a reported hantavirus case, arguing the risk is being overstated and not comparable to COVID-era fears. The show then pivots to a detailed legal breakdown with Hans von Spakovsky on redistricting fights in Tennessee, Alabama, and Virginia, focusing on how courts are reshaping Voting Rights Act interpretations and rejecting flawed mapping efforts. In the middle of the hour, Dan Buck introduces a new Buck Stops Here music feature centered on Tom McDonald's “Anti,” sparking a broader debate about censorship, culture wars, and political messaging in music. The hour closes with “Kim on a Whim,” reacting to a proposed policy to revoke or deny passports for individuals with unpaid child support, weighing enforcement practicality against government overreach and existing collection mechanisms. Hashtags: #Hantavirus #Redistricting #VotingRightsAct #HansVonSpakovsky #CultureWar #TomMcDonald #KimOnAWhim #ChildSupport #PassportPolicy #LegalDebate #Politics
Hour 1 opens with Mother's Day weekend recaps, including a concert featuring Steve Vai and Joe Satriani, before shifting into escalating tensions with Iran tied to the Strait of Hormuz and concerns over rising gas prices. The discussion frames Trump's Iran strategy as necessary toughness while expanding into a broader cultural critique sparked by Bill Maher's comments on entitlement, victimhood, and political anger in modern America. The hour also revisits COVID-era distrust in institutions, criticism of “trust the science” messaging, and skepticism toward pharmaceutical and healthcare systems, before closing on lighter entertainment culture talk around Bring Me the Horizon concerts and rising ticket prices. Hour 2 continues international focus with U.S.–Iran and China leverage discussions, alongside criticism of Mark Kelly's remarks on military readiness. Domestic issues dominate the middle of the hour with childcare protests framed as politically driven debates over family policy, while St. Louis topics include crime concerns, civic tech responses, and speculation around Steve Savard's media role. The hour ends with financial reporting on AI-driven market gains, retail strategy shifts, and broader economic anxiety signals in consumer behavior. Hour 3 pivots into media fear critiques over a reported hantavirus case, then moves into major legal analysis with Hans von Spakovsky on redistricting battles across multiple states and Voting Rights Act interpretations. Cultural politics take center stage with Dan Buck's “Buck Stops Here” music segment featuring Tom McDonald's “Anti,” sparking debate over censorship and political messaging in entertainment. The hour closes with “Kim on a Whim,” focused on proposed federal action revoking passports for individuals with unpaid child support and the tension between enforcement and personal rights. Hour 4 opens with Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway detailing legal battles over control of the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Board, kratom enforcement actions, and ongoing election integrity efforts tied to voter roll audits. The conversation shifts into the same passport-child support policy debate before moving into sports with Tom Ackerman, who breaks down a tough Cardinals loss to the Padres, Missouri State's major hire of Olympic swimmer Ryan Lochte, and a strong weekend for local teams including the Battlehawks. The show closes with political commentary arguing Democrats are positioning to reverse Trump-era policies while downplaying economic developments like the Granite City Steel reopening and broader manufacturing gains. Hashtags: #BillMaher #Trump #Iran #StraitOfHormuz #CultureWar #COVID19 #TrustTheScience #BringMeTheHorizon #MarkKelly #Childcare #SteveSavard #StLouis #Hantavirus #Redistricting #VotingRightsAct #HansVonSpakovsky #TomMcDonald #KimOnAWhim #CatherineHanaway #ElectionIntegrity #Cardinals #TomAckerman #RyanLochte #Battlehawks #GraniteCitySteel #Politics #Economy #MorningRadio
Kirk Buchner and Evan Nolan break down the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's 2026 inductee class, announced live on American Idol (yes, really). They analyze the front-door inductees—Billy Idol, Phil Collins, Iron Maiden, Joy Division/New Order, Oasis, Sade, Luther Vandross, and Wu-Tang Clan—and debate the snubs: Mariah Carey, Pink, Lauryn Hill, and more. Plus: deep dives into the Early Influence, Musical Excellence, and Ahmet Ertegun Award recipients; a quick but fiery take on the Basketball Hall of Fame's female-heavy class; Patriots Hall updates; the inaugural Hispanic Football Hall of Fame; WWE Hall of Fame previews; and a heartfelt In Memoriam segment. Don't miss Evan's milestone announcement about closing the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame ballot for the first time since 2023!
Marc Cox opens the show with Dan Buck filling in for Kim St. Ange, recounting a heated St. Charles County Council meeting where anti-ICE protesters opposed a new law enforcement cooperation agreement that ultimately passed unanimously 7–0. The hour shifts to Cardinals early-season optimism and a surprise Edgar Renteria autograph before “The Buck Stops Here” spotlights controversy surrounding Jaden Ivey's reported release from the Chicago Bulls following faith-based criticism of LGBTQ Pride messaging, sparking debate over religious freedom and free speech in professional sports. The hour wraps with outrage over Providence officials calling for removal of a mural honoring a murdered Ukrainian immigrant, with Cox and Buck questioning political double standards and cultural priorities. Hashtags: #MarcCoxMorningShow #DanBuck #StCharlesCounty #ICE #ImmigrationPolicy #JadenIvey #ChicagoBulls #ReligiousFreedom #Providence #MuralControversy #FreeSpeech
Marc Cox opens Hour 3 with Fort Zumwalt school board candidate Mark Pratt, discussing low voter turnout, the NEA endorsement, school safety, curriculum oversight, and the importance of informed voting. The hour continues with Dan Buck on The Buck Stops Here, dissecting Charles Barkley's controversial immigration rant during March Madness and emphasizing the distinction between legal and illegal immigration. Kim closes the hour with Kim on a Whim, analyzing Drusky's viral video parodying Erica Kirk, calling out racial double standards in comedy, and previewing discussion of Amendment Three and local fire and EMS ballot issues. Hashtags: #MarcPratt #FortZumwalt #SchoolBoard #TheBuckStopsHere #DanBuck #CharlesBarkley #ImmigrationDebate #KimOnAWhim #EricaKirk #ViralVideo #MissouriPolitics
Marc Cox and Kim St. Onge talk with Dan Buck from The Buck Stops Here about patriotism and the global reach of baseball during the World Baseball Classic. The discussion centers on Team USA's 2–1 win over the Dominican Republic and the pride surrounding pitcher Paul Skenes representing the country on the international stage. Buck also reflects on baseball's spread from the United States to countries like the Dominican Republic and Japan, the passionate international fan support seen in Miami, and how the sport reflects American traditions such as merit, competition, and national pride.
Marc Cox and Kim St. Onge talk with Carl Bearden, Executive Director of United for Missouri, about the proposal to eliminate Missouri's state income tax and the debate among conservatives over how it would work. Dan Buck from The Buck Stops Here joins to discuss patriotism, baseball, and Team USA's win over the Dominican Republic in the World Baseball Classic. The hour also features Kim on a Whim, where Kim and Marc talk about the future of movie theaters, declining attendance, and how streaming and rising ticket prices are changing movie-going habits.
Welcome to a special episode of The Buck Stops Here! Host Kirk Buchner (NotInHallOfFame.com) sits down with Aaron Edward Freeman, the curator of the Country Music Hall of Fame lists for NotInHallOfFame.com.In this episode, we dive deep into the regimented world of the Country Music Hall of Fame compared to the Rock Hall. Aaron breaks down his top predictor list for the upcoming induction class, discussing why Tim McGraw is the favorite, why Dwight Yoakam keeps getting pushed aside, and whether Taylor Swift or Morgan Wallen have a shot at immortality.Full Country Music Lists: https://www.notinhalloffame.com/music/country/country-modernUS Athletics Hall of Fame: www.theusahof.com
Marc Cox opens Hour 3 reflecting on daylight saving changes and the challenges of resetting household clocks, then introduces Eben Brown to analyze President Trump's Latin America summit targeting drug cartels, border security, and regional cooperation, noting Christy Noem's emerging role. The hour continues with “The Buck Stops Here” featuring Dan Buck dissecting St. Louis city and county mismanagement of the Rams settlement funds, detailing squandered opportunities for long-term economic growth. The segment closes with Kim breaking down the legislative hurdles for the SAVE Act, spotlighting Senate gridlock, reconciliation strategies, and key Republican maneuvers to prioritize voter ID and election reforms, while previewing local events and giveaways. Hashtags: #Trump #LatinAmerica #EbenBrown #DanBuck #RamsMoney #SAVEAct #SenatePolitics #JohnKennedy #JohnThune #KimOnAWhim #StLouis
"Hard Ride" by Glyders from Forever; "Spooky" by Jim Jarmusch and Anika from the soundtrack from Father Mother Sister Brother; The title track from Full Serpent by Dialect; "The Buck Stops Here" by Goat and Human Language from The Human Language Goat Tape; "Let Me Know" by Nohr from the Two Lanes/Nohr collaboration EP Sign (Revision); The title track from the sountrack to The Smashing Machine by Nala Sinephro; "Space Ray" by Drew Gardner from Space Ray; "Firefly Pharology" by Bellbird from The Call; "Anna" by Katzin from Buckaroo; "Nightmare V: When All Becomes None" by The Mashmallow Ghosts from When Death Arrives - Five Nightmares; "Sentient Lithosphere" by Barry Walker, Jr. from Paleo Sol.
The show kicks off with Hour 1 navigating Marc Cox's tense D.C. travel amid a bomb cyclone, highlighting government shutdown absurdities, TSA chaos, and a fiery Soapbox on hypocrisy and patriotism, while Kim St. Onge exposes campus bias in “Kim on a Whim,” and AOC and Gavin Newsom draw scrutiny for tone-deaf political moves. Hour 2 celebrates the USA men's hockey gold medal win and Jack Hughes' standout performance before delving into Supreme Court tariff rulings with Hans von Spakovsky, market reactions with Nicole Murray, and lighter stories in “In Other News,” previewing AI and Dan Buck segments. Hour 3, “The Buck Stops Here with Dan Buck,” covers the deadly El Mencho cartel developments, Mexico's security chaos, and potential U.S. responses, offering context and warnings for Americans abroad. Hour 4 dives into Monday morning commentary, State of the Union prep, Mar-a-Lago shooting aftermath, Gavin Newsom's gaffes, local snow shovel job quirks, and sports highlights with Tom Ackerman, tying together legal, political, and cultural coverage. Hashtags: #MarcCoxShow #StateOfTheUnion #BombCyclone #USAHockey #Tariffs #Markets #DanBuck #ElMencho #MexicoCartels #MarALago #GavinNewsom #TomAckerman #PoliticalCommentary #Sports
Marc and Kim open with the Kirkwood School District admitting to allowing student access to improper materials, previewing interviews with the Thomas Moore Society and Mary Katherine Martin. The conversation then shifts to last night's TPUSA halftime show, highlighting 20 million viewers, Kid Rock's performance, and the contrast with the NFL's traditional halftime acts. Dan Buck joins for “The Buck Stops Here” to analyze the cultural significance, conservative messaging, and Tom McDonald's viral song “Pray for the Left.” Kim closes with a deep dive into Missouri's Born Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act, discussing its legal implications, the rarity of live births after abortion, and upcoming legislative conversations. Hashtags: #KirkwoodSchools #TPUSAHalftime #KidRock #TomMcDonald #ConservativeCulture #BornAliveBill #DanBuck #MaryKatherineMartin
In this special episode of The Buck Stops Here, Hall of Fame selector Clark Judge joins hosts Kirk Buchner and Chris Mouradian for an unfiltered deep dive into the 2026 Pro Football Hall of Fame class—and why the selection process may be broken.Judge reveals what really happened behind closed doors when Bill Belichick and Robert Kraft were left out, why senior candidates like Ken Anderson and L.C. Greenwood may have missed their only shot at enshrinement, and how recency bias is leaving pre-1980 legends "dead in the water." He also shares his proposed fix to save the seniors, explains why Antonio Brown's Hall of Fame case is "severely" damaged beyond the numbers, and names the biggest beneficiaries moving forward—including Terrell Suggs.Plus: Judge's thoughts on the glut of worthy candidates stuck in semifinalist purgatory (looking at you, Hines Ward), why transparency in voting backfires, and his emotional plea to preserve football history before legends like Al Harris fade from memory forever.
Marc and Kim welcome Dan Buck for his weekly “The Buck Stops Here” segment, taking aim at student walkouts and the liberal indoctrination fueling them. Buck calls out schools encouraging anti-ICE protests despite failing academic standards, citing examples from Georgia and the nationwide spread of activism over education. He highlights commentator Callie Fontanelli's viral critique of selective moral outrage among progressive women and her push for faith-based homeschooling alternatives through ThinkExodus.org. The discussion exposes the media's double standards, political hypocrisy, and moral blindness around illegal immigration and education. Hashtags: #TheBuckStopsHere #DanBuck #ICEProtests #WokeSchools #EducationCrisis #CallieFontanelli #ThinkExodus #MarcCoxMorningShow
In an unprecedented emergency recording, Kirk Buchner and Evan Nolan—joined by Jack Silverstein, Ron Katz, and Chris Mouradian—react to breaking news that Bill Belichick has been shockingly excluded from the Pro Football Hall of Fame class of 2026. With results leaking just hours before their scheduled show, the panel dissects how the greatest coach of the modern era could miss first-ballot induction: Was it Bill Polian's behind-the-scenes maneuvering? Flawed 2025 voting rules creating a "zero-sum game" among Kraft, Belichick, and senior candidates? Or a perfect storm of process failure? The conversation expands to baseball's Hall of Fame results (Beltran and Jones in; Pettitte's surprising surge), recent number retirements for Fedorov, Chara, Aguirre and Rose, and tributes to legends lost—including NHL icon Glenn Hall and 49ers great John Brodie. A must-listen deep dive into what this historic miss means for Canton's credibility heading into Super Bowl week.This historic Hall of Fame miss demands accountability. Subscribe to "The Buck Stops Here" wherever you get podcasts, leave a 5-star review to help others discover our deep dives, and follow @NotInHallOfFame on social media for real-time coverage as the story unfolds during Super Bowl week. Most importantly: Share this episode with one football fan who needs to hear why Canton's credibility is on the line—and join our growing community fighting for a fairer Hall of Fame process. The buck stops here.
The hour opens with cold weather updates and gratitude for first responders before diving into ongoing ICE operations in Minnesota and the chaotic protests obstructing them. Dan Buck joins for “The Buck Stops Here,” emphasizing lack of cooperation from local leadership and criticizing AG Pam Bondi's limited actions. Kim on a Whim examines traffic cameras, Bluetooth speed monitoring, and license plate readers, highlighting revenue-driven city policies versus actual safety outcomes. Discussion blends political accountability, law enforcement challenges, and technology in public safety. Hashtags: #ICEOperations #MinnesotaProtests #DanBuck #TrafficCameras #PublicSafety #LawEnforcement #BluetoothMonitoring #RedLightCameras #FlockCameras
In this special episode of The Buck Stops Here, host Kirk Buchner is joined by Pro Football Hall of Fame expert Paul Lawrence to break down the 2026 Modern-Era Finalists. They dive deep into the tough new voting rules, analyze locks like Drew Brees and Larry Fitzgerald, debate the cases of Eli Manning, Frank Gore, Willie Anderson, and the surprising rise of Kevin Williams—plus predictions on who actually gets in this year.Will the class expand beyond three inductees? Who's stuck in positional logjams? And could this finally be the year for Darren Woodson or Torry Holt? All that and more—including insights on Jason Witten, kickers, and how the Patriots' Belichick/Kraft factor might affect the vote.
Hour 3 opens with the Mark Cox Morning Show debating coffee limits, holiday weather, and the impact of a massive Powerball jackpot. The discussion then moves to AmFest highlights, with debates over conservative infighting, Ben Shapiro, Tucker Carlson, Nick Fuentes, and Candace Owens, plus reflections on Erica Kirk's appearance. Dan Buck joins for The Buck Stops Here, sharing a humorous politically correct Santa poem and detailing a charitable tipping initiative for local servers. The hour closes with Kim examining San Francisco's blackout, where self-driving Waymo cars stalled in streets, raising safety concerns as the technology prepares to launch in St. Louis.
Hour 3 of the Mark Cox Morning Show covers a wide range of topics. It opens with holiday shopping anecdotes and commentary on legislative issues like red flag gun laws. Eben Brown provides updates on the Brown University shooting, highlighting the investigation's uncertainties and mental health considerations in gun safety. Dan Buck joins for “The Buck Stops Here,” spotlighting Brianna Riddick, a conservative social media influencer navigating career pressures while growing her platform. The hour closes with discussion of Illinois' newly signed assisted suicide law, exploring the legal framework, ethical concerns, and societal implications, including the AMA's opposition.
Dan Buck returns for The Buck Stops Here with praise for Brianna Riddick, a rising conservative influencer who quit her job after being told to choose between her career and her faith-driven political content. Buck applauds her courage and growing impact, noting her surge to over 225,000 followers. The discussion expands to her outspoken stance on women's rights and cultural issues, then shifts to Candace Owens' controversial comments about the Charlie Kirk case. Marc and Dan urge patience with the investigation before speculating.
The Pro Football Hall of Fame voting process is more complicated than ever! Kirk Buchner and Paul Lawrence break down the final five non-Modern Era candidates for the Hall of Fame class: Coach Bill Belichick, Contributor Robert Kraft, and Senior Players Ken Anderson, Roger Craig, and L.C. Greenwood.Will the "Group of Five" voting math freeze out deserving Seniors like it did last year? The guys debate Belichick's "lock" status despite the scandals, Kraft's case as the ultimate contributor, and what the Hall needs to do to stop ignoring pre-1980 players.In this Episode:• The complex "Group of Five" HOF voting process• The argument for Coach Bill Belichick• Analyzing the candidacy of Contributor Robert Kraft• The tough road for Senior Finalists Ken Anderson, Roger Craig, and L.C. Greenwood• Paul Lawrence's proposal to fix the Senior backlogListen to more episodes and check out the rankings at NotInHallOfFame.com0:01:00 Breaking down the complex Hall of Fame voting process and the "group of five" finalists0:03:37 The difficult voting math that limits how many can be elected from the final five0:06:49 The case for Bill Belichick: Why he's an instant lock and the rule change that made it possible0:13:30 Addressing the Spygate and Deflategate controversies and if they matter to voters0:18:21 Robert Kraft's case: Six Super Bowls, saving the Patriots franchise, and his league influence0:24:52 Introducing the three Senior Finalists: Ken Anderson, Roger Craig, and L.C. Greenwood0:31:46 The tough math problem: Why Belichick and Kraft's votes shrink the total votes available for the Seniors0:38:35 The need for a "Super Senior" or Historian's Committee to get deserving pre-1980 players into the Hall0:46:06 Debating the Hall's preference for smaller classes and how it hurts fan engagement0:53:40 Why the Pro Football Hall of Fame needs more rotation in its 50-member voting committeeIf you enjoyed this debate, please like this video, subscribe to The Buck Stops Here for more Hall of Fame analysis, and share your own predictions for the class in the comments below!
Hour 3 of the Mark Cox Morning Show covers international and domestic headlines alongside lighter local stories. The hour opens with updates on the stalled Ukraine-Russia peace talks, discussing territorial disputes, security concerns, and President Trump's reactions. Attention then shifts to U.S. politics, including debates over presidential powers to target narco terrorists, media bias, and hypocrisy in Democratic policies as highlighted by Dan Buck in The Buck Stops Here. The hour closes with Kim on a Whim examining BJC Healthcare's controversial policy letting minors restrict parental access to medical records, raising serious questions about parental rights and minor consent.
In this edition of The Buck Stops Here, Dan Buck joins Marc to call out decades of Democratic flip-flops — from border security and deportation to voter ID and the war on drugs. Buck highlights a forgotten 1989 Joe Biden clip calling for international strikes against “narco-terrorists,” noting the irony of today's Democrats denouncing Trump for the same stance. The two rip into political double standards, Biden's decline, and media silence on inconvenient history, ending with laughs about karaoke, “Dasher Dan,” and Biden's verbal blunders.
Kirk Buchner (NotInHallOfFame.com) and Robert Dobek dive into the dark shadow the MLB's PED Era cast over some of the game's cleanest and best players. They analyze the careers of superstars who were not implicated in the Mitchell Report or any other scandal, arguing their Hall of Fame cases were wrongfully overshadowed by the inflated numbers of their juiced-up peers.From a fiery Yankees legend to a small-market OBP machine, you'll never look at the late 90s/early 2000s the same way!In this episode, we discuss:-How players like Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens created an unfair standard for greatness.-The surprising Hall of Fame-level statistics of players who never got the credit they deserved.-The argument that a player's OPS+ should outweigh their career hit totals.00:02:22 Why Paul O'Neill's Hall of Fame Case Was Lost in the Steroid Era00:04:14 Comparing O'Neill's WAR to Hall of Famers Kirby Puckett and Ryne Sandberg00:08:42 Brian Giles: A Career OPS+ Better Than Duke Snider and Andre Dawson00:11:45 How the Sosa/McGwire Chase Overshadowed Giles' MVP-Caliber Peak00:14:48 The Case for Shawn Green: One of the Era's Most Productive Right Fielders00:20:45 The Small-Market OBP King: Tim Salmon's Statistics vs. Tony Gwynn and Rod Carew00:26:00 Bernie Williams: Is the Yankees Center Fielder a Hall of Very Good Player?00:28:44 Todd Helton and the "Coors Field Effect" Bias00:31:30 Paul O'Neill's Impact: The Trade that Sparked the Yankees Dynasty00:34:26 Final Thoughts: Why We Need to Revisit the Overshadowed Stars
Kirk Buchner and Evan Nolan return for Season 6, Episode 15 of The Buck Stops Here to break down the latest news from around the Hall of Fame world!Evan is back in action after a big exam and dives right into the controversial Pro Football Hall of Fame semi-finalists list, discussing first-ballot shoo-ins like Drew Brees and Larry Fitzgerald, the surprising inclusion of Kevin Williams, and the offensive line clog. They also update the Hall of Fame Draft with Roger Federer's unsurprising entry into the Tennis Hall of Fame and recap the latest inductees into the International Toy Hall of Fame.Later, they break down the ongoing vote for the United States Athletic Hall of Fame and talk about a Baseball Hall of Fame candidate who survived the writers' ballot. The show finishes with a look at the tragic story of NBA star Michael Ray Richardson and a retrospective on the NFL career of Seahawks legend Kenny Easley.00:00:34 | Intro: Season 6, Episode 15 with Kirk Buchner and the return of Evan Nolan.00:01:18 | Update on the United States Athletic Hall of Fame voting, noting the highly competitive contributor and coach categories.00:04:27 | Diving deep into the Pro Football Hall of Fame semifinalists.00:06:19 | Discussing first-ballot expectations for Drew Brees and Larry Fitzgerald.00:07:49 | Kevin Williams makes the list for the first time.00:11:32 | Critiquing the flawed PFHOF voting system and the wide receiver backlog.00:16:19 | A discussion on the pettiness that could keep Bill Belichick out of the Hall of Fame.00:17:33 | Hall of Fame Draft Update: Roger Federer's "slam dunk" induction into the Tennis HOF.00:21:52 | Guessing the newest inductees into the International Toy Hall of Fame.00:30:52 | Baseball HOF: The case for Carlos Beltran and Dustin Pedroia.00:45:52 | Hall of Fame of Shame: Analyzing the tragic, drug-destroyed career of NBA All-Star Michael Ray Richardson.01:02:18 | Paul Tagliabue's forgotten political impact, including saving the Saints after Hurricane Katrina.01:04:22 | A look back at the vicious hitting and surprise Hall of Fame induction of Seattle Seahawks safety Kenny Easley.01:12:21 | Kirk mentions recruiting an actual Pro Football Hall of Fame elector for their committee.Don't forget to cast your vote for the United States Athletic Hall of Fame at https://www.theUSAHOF.com ! Want to help us induct more deserving people? We are currently recruiting more members for our blue ribbon committee, including a Pro Football Hall of Fame elector, so visit theusahof.com to learn how you can join.#HOF #HallOfFameShow #ProFootballHallOfFame #PFHOF #DrewBrees #LarryFitzgerald #KevinWilliams #RogerFederer #TennisHOF #ToyHallOfFame #BaseballHOF #NFL #Podcast #NotInHallOfFame #BuckStopsHere
Welcome back to a special episode of The Buck Stops Here! Kirk Buchner and Rob the Yankee (Robert Dobek) are on the show to talk baseball and draft their ultimate All-1990s Major League Baseball team, position by position. The hosts dive deep into the differences between 90s hitters and the modern game, with the minimum expectation of a starter being seven innings back then.In this episode, they break down:Catcher: The tough battle between Ivan "Pudge" Rodriguez and Mike Piazza, with defense being the deciding factor. First Base: Debating whether Frank Thomas (The Big Hurt) or Jeff Bagwell deserves the nod, considering Frank Thomas's argument as the best all-around hitter in the 90s.Second Base: The no-brainer choice of Roberto Alomar. Shortstop: Cal Ripken Jr. vs. Barry Larkin, and whether games played should outweigh a great prime. Third Base: Why Matt Williams gets the pick over Chipper Jones for the decade. Outfield: Easy selections like Barry Bonds (pre-juicing era dominance) and Ken Griffey Jr., and the debate for the final spot between Tony Gwynn and Albert Belle. They even discuss Tony Gwynn's innovative use of video to study his at-bats.You'll hear the hosts' final All-90s lineups, and get a sneak peek at their next potential debate: an All-Time Yankees team vs. an All-Time Blue Jays team.00:01:14 Comparing 90s hitters to modern MLB and the expectation of a starter going seven innings00:04:12 The Catcher Debate: Ivan Rodriguez vs. Mike Piazza, and defense as the deciding factor00:06:36 The First Base Pick: Frank Thomas vs. Jeff Bagwell00:09:56 The easiest choice of the lineup: Roberto Alomar at second base00:11:44 Shortstop Showdown: Cal Ripken Jr. vs. Barry Larkin, and the weight of "games played"00:14:51 Why Matt Williams gets the pick over Chipper Jones for the decade at third base00:17:47 Locking in Barry Bonds (pre-juicing era dominance) and Ken Griffey Jr. in the Outfield00:19:45 Why Tony Gwynn gets the final Outfield spot (contact vs. power)00:22:49 Tony Gwynn's groundbreaking use of video to analyze his swing00:33:03 Kirk and Rob reveal their final All-90s Lineups00:34:45 Teasing a future debate: Could the Yankees' second all-time team win a championship?00:36:44 Robert asks Kirk for his "Franchise Four" for the Toronto Blue Jays00:38:03 Kirk names his Blue Jays Franchise Four: Stieb, Halladay, Bautista, Delgado00:42:08 Discussion on Blue Jays pitcher Alex Manoah and whether the team should "cut bait"00:44:09 Podcast hosts' closing remarks and final thoughtWho made your All-90s team that we missed? Let us know your favorite 90s players and your full lineup in the comments!If you enjoyed the debate, please Like this video, Subscribe to The Buck Stops Here for more special episodes, and hit the Notification Bell so you never miss a new episode! Make today count, because it never comes again!#MLB #Baseball #All90sTeam #90sBaseball #IvanRodriguez #Pudge #MikePiazza #FrankThomas #JeffBagwell #RobertoAlomar #CalRipkenJr #BarryLarkin #ChipperJones #TonyGwynn #KenGriffeyJr #BarryBonds #Podcast #TheBuckStopsHere
In this special episode of The Buck Stops Here, Kirk Buchner and special guest Robert Dobek discuss the most pressing question in baseball: Which active players are already Hall of Fame worthy?They debate which current superstars have built a Cooperstown-worthy career if they retired today, regardless of service time or eligibility.From the incomparable unicorn Shohei Ohtani to the dominant trio of Cy Young winners (Kershaw, Verlander, Scherzer), Kirk and Rob break down the stats, awards, and narratives that make these active players future first-ballot inductees.Key Topics Discussed:• Is Shohei Ohtani a Hall of Famer before reaching the 10-year requirement? • The tragic career of Mike Trout on the Angels • The case for Freddie Freeman as the best all-around hitter of the last five years • Why Mookie Betts' willingness to play multiple positions earns him huge respect • The controversial take that Clayton Kershaw is the best Dodger of all time • The legacy of the Astros' engine, Jose Altuve • Is Bryce Harper built for the big moments and the postseason? 00:02:41 The Hall of Fame criteria: Discussing active players whose careers end today 00:04:04 Shohei Ohtani: Three MVPs and the 10-year service time hurdle 00:07:23 Mike Trout: Three MVPs and why injuries and the Angels organization have hurt his legacy 00:10:37 Freddie Freeman: MVP, postseason prowess, and his standing among first basemen 00:12:45 Mookie Betts: The defensive genius and versatile player who the Red Sox let go 00:15:37 Clayton Kershaw: Three Cy Youngs, 3,000 strikeouts, and the controversial "Best Dodger Ever" take 00:20:05 Justin Verlander: His dominance, MVP, and reinventing himself later in his career 00:22:15 Jose Altuve: The heart of the Astros and the debate around his place in history 00:26:13 Paul Goldschmidt: The case for the power hitter and great fielder 00:30:40 Max Scherzer: Completing the legendary Cy Young trio 00:39:27 Bryce Harper: Two MVPs and being "built for the big game" 00:44:38 Salvador Perez: A position player argument based on positional rarity (catcher) and longevity 00:50:22 Wrap-up and Next Episode Idea: A discussion on the Hockey Hall of Fame #MLB #BaseballHallofFame #Cooperstown #ShoheiOhtani #MikeTrout #MookieBetts #ClaytonKershaw #JustinVerlander #JoseAltuve #FreddieFreeman #MaxScherzer #BryceHarper #BaseballPodcast #TheBuckStopsHere #ActiveHOFCandidates #BaseballPicks #Dodgers #Astros #Angels• What active player did we miss? Drop your full top 10 list below and let us know!• Hit the like button if you agree with any of these picks, and subscribe to The Buck Stops Here for more in-depth Hall of Fame discussions across all sports!• Be sure to follow Robert Dobek for more of his insights and great baseball picks!
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For this episode of Liminal Library, I interviewed Dan Davies about The Unaccountability Machine: Why Big Systems Make Terrible Decisions—and How the World Lost Its Mind (U Chicago Press, 2025). Davies examines how we've systematically engineered responsibility out of our institutions, creating a world where major decisions happen without clear human accountability. Davies draws on Stafford Beer's cybernetics to explain how modern organizations function as systems with their own patterns and responses. As he puts it, "the system is not conscious and so does not have incentives, but it has consistent patterns of response to stimuli." This isn't about individual moral failures – it's about the industrialization of decision-making itself. We've moved from Harry Truman's "The Buck Stops Here" to complex processes and standardized criteria that diffuse responsibility across multiple layers. When things go wrong – financial crises, environmental failures, social breakdowns – no single person can be held accountable because no single person actually made the decision. Davies traces this transformation through three revolutions: the managerial revolution that shifted control from owners to professional administrators, the cybernetic revolution that offered tools to understand these systems but never fully materialized, and the neoliberal revolution that reshaped society while ignoring that increasingly, systems rather than people make the decisions affecting our lives. These accountability machines, as Davies calls them, operate according to their own logic and constraints. Understanding them is essential for grasping why institutional failures seem both inevitable and impossible to prevent within our current frameworks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network
For this episode of Liminal Library, I interviewed Dan Davies about The Unaccountability Machine: Why Big Systems Make Terrible Decisions—and How the World Lost Its Mind (U Chicago Press, 2025). Davies examines how we've systematically engineered responsibility out of our institutions, creating a world where major decisions happen without clear human accountability. Davies draws on Stafford Beer's cybernetics to explain how modern organizations function as systems with their own patterns and responses. As he puts it, "the system is not conscious and so does not have incentives, but it has consistent patterns of response to stimuli." This isn't about individual moral failures – it's about the industrialization of decision-making itself. We've moved from Harry Truman's "The Buck Stops Here" to complex processes and standardized criteria that diffuse responsibility across multiple layers. When things go wrong – financial crises, environmental failures, social breakdowns – no single person can be held accountable because no single person actually made the decision. Davies traces this transformation through three revolutions: the managerial revolution that shifted control from owners to professional administrators, the cybernetic revolution that offered tools to understand these systems but never fully materialized, and the neoliberal revolution that reshaped society while ignoring that increasingly, systems rather than people make the decisions affecting our lives. These accountability machines, as Davies calls them, operate according to their own logic and constraints. Understanding them is essential for grasping why institutional failures seem both inevitable and impossible to prevent within our current frameworks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/public-policy
For this episode of Liminal Library, I interviewed Dan Davies about The Unaccountability Machine: Why Big Systems Make Terrible Decisions—and How the World Lost Its Mind (U Chicago Press, 2025). Davies examines how we've systematically engineered responsibility out of our institutions, creating a world where major decisions happen without clear human accountability. Davies draws on Stafford Beer's cybernetics to explain how modern organizations function as systems with their own patterns and responses. As he puts it, "the system is not conscious and so does not have incentives, but it has consistent patterns of response to stimuli." This isn't about individual moral failures – it's about the industrialization of decision-making itself. We've moved from Harry Truman's "The Buck Stops Here" to complex processes and standardized criteria that diffuse responsibility across multiple layers. When things go wrong – financial crises, environmental failures, social breakdowns – no single person can be held accountable because no single person actually made the decision. Davies traces this transformation through three revolutions: the managerial revolution that shifted control from owners to professional administrators, the cybernetic revolution that offered tools to understand these systems but never fully materialized, and the neoliberal revolution that reshaped society while ignoring that increasingly, systems rather than people make the decisions affecting our lives. These accountability machines, as Davies calls them, operate according to their own logic and constraints. Understanding them is essential for grasping why institutional failures seem both inevitable and impossible to prevent within our current frameworks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/economics
For this episode of Liminal Library, I interviewed Dan Davies about The Unaccountability Machine: Why Big Systems Make Terrible Decisions—and How the World Lost Its Mind (U Chicago Press, 2025). Davies examines how we've systematically engineered responsibility out of our institutions, creating a world where major decisions happen without clear human accountability. Davies draws on Stafford Beer's cybernetics to explain how modern organizations function as systems with their own patterns and responses. As he puts it, "the system is not conscious and so does not have incentives, but it has consistent patterns of response to stimuli." This isn't about individual moral failures – it's about the industrialization of decision-making itself. We've moved from Harry Truman's "The Buck Stops Here" to complex processes and standardized criteria that diffuse responsibility across multiple layers. When things go wrong – financial crises, environmental failures, social breakdowns – no single person can be held accountable because no single person actually made the decision. Davies traces this transformation through three revolutions: the managerial revolution that shifted control from owners to professional administrators, the cybernetic revolution that offered tools to understand these systems but never fully materialized, and the neoliberal revolution that reshaped society while ignoring that increasingly, systems rather than people make the decisions affecting our lives. These accountability machines, as Davies calls them, operate according to their own logic and constraints. Understanding them is essential for grasping why institutional failures seem both inevitable and impossible to prevent within our current frameworks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/science-technology-and-society
For this episode of Liminal Library, I interviewed Dan Davies about The Unaccountability Machine: Why Big Systems Make Terrible Decisions—and How the World Lost Its Mind (U Chicago Press, 2025). Davies examines how we've systematically engineered responsibility out of our institutions, creating a world where major decisions happen without clear human accountability. Davies draws on Stafford Beer's cybernetics to explain how modern organizations function as systems with their own patterns and responses. As he puts it, "the system is not conscious and so does not have incentives, but it has consistent patterns of response to stimuli." This isn't about individual moral failures – it's about the industrialization of decision-making itself. We've moved from Harry Truman's "The Buck Stops Here" to complex processes and standardized criteria that diffuse responsibility across multiple layers. When things go wrong – financial crises, environmental failures, social breakdowns – no single person can be held accountable because no single person actually made the decision. Davies traces this transformation through three revolutions: the managerial revolution that shifted control from owners to professional administrators, the cybernetic revolution that offered tools to understand these systems but never fully materialized, and the neoliberal revolution that reshaped society while ignoring that increasingly, systems rather than people make the decisions affecting our lives. These accountability machines, as Davies calls them, operate according to their own logic and constraints. Understanding them is essential for grasping why institutional failures seem both inevitable and impossible to prevent within our current frameworks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
For this episode of Liminal Library, I interviewed Dan Davies about The Unaccountability Machine: Why Big Systems Make Terrible Decisions—and How the World Lost Its Mind (U Chicago Press, 2025). Davies examines how we've systematically engineered responsibility out of our institutions, creating a world where major decisions happen without clear human accountability. Davies draws on Stafford Beer's cybernetics to explain how modern organizations function as systems with their own patterns and responses. As he puts it, "the system is not conscious and so does not have incentives, but it has consistent patterns of response to stimuli." This isn't about individual moral failures – it's about the industrialization of decision-making itself. We've moved from Harry Truman's "The Buck Stops Here" to complex processes and standardized criteria that diffuse responsibility across multiple layers. When things go wrong – financial crises, environmental failures, social breakdowns – no single person can be held accountable because no single person actually made the decision. Davies traces this transformation through three revolutions: the managerial revolution that shifted control from owners to professional administrators, the cybernetic revolution that offered tools to understand these systems but never fully materialized, and the neoliberal revolution that reshaped society while ignoring that increasingly, systems rather than people make the decisions affecting our lives. These accountability machines, as Davies calls them, operate according to their own logic and constraints. Understanding them is essential for grasping why institutional failures seem both inevitable and impossible to prevent within our current frameworks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/finance
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Year(s) Discussed: 1945-1953 Harry Truman is famous for asserting that "The Buck Stops Here," but as my special guest, John Robert "Bob" Greene, found in his research for his new book, this myth doesn't hold up to the reality of his administration's history. In our conversation, Bob and I discuss some of the unsavory characters working in the Truman White House, their connections to the mob, and the wheeling and dealing that led to a congressional investigation. More information can be found at https://www.presidenciespodcast.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jordana Confino is BACK to share all about her successful IVF transfer, and reflect on her first trimester of pregnancy. This episode is entirely kismet as our host, Garrett, is one week away from her first IVF transfer! Your questions around what to do and not to do, from a mindset perspective and of course, a physical one, are answered! Jordana's IVF Journey on kozēkozē The Buck Stops Here, blog by Jordana Work with Jordana LinkedIN ________________________ Restful Baby Sleep, use kozēkozē for 50% OFF ________________________ @kozekozemama on TikTok Purchase Nip Gloss or Pre-Order the kozēpee peecup (for ovulation and pregnancy testing) with code THANKYOU20 Want commission + discounts to kozēkozē products? Apply here to be an affiliate and kozēkozē insider :) Sign-up for the kozēkozē newsletter here. *********** Connect with our host on IG: @garrettnwood Follow kozēkozē on IG: @kozekozemama Podcast Instagram for details on past guests: @kozekozepodcast If you like Garrett's voice, check out her meditations here. Email garrett: garrettkusmierz@kozekoze.com
Sadhguru answers various questions from Barkha Dutt, on NDTV's "The Buck Stops Here". He speaks about temple entry for women and Dalits, and the Shani Shinganapur controversy. He also speaks about yoga and religion, Baba Ramdev's FMCG business, and lots more! Conscious Planet: https://www.consciousplanet.org Sadhguru App (Download): https://onelink.to/sadhguru__app Official Sadhguru Website: https://isha.sadhguru.org Sadhguru Exclusive: https://isha.sadhguru.org/in/en/sadhguru-exclusive Inner Engineering Link: isha.co/ieo-podcast Yogi, mystic and visionary, Sadhguru is a spiritual master with a difference. An arresting blend of profundity and pragmatism, his life and work serves as a reminder that yoga is a contemporary science, vitally relevant to our times. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In my daily readings, one of the items comes from Andy Andrews and his book “The Traveler's Gift”. This from the Monday reading for me and it's the first lesson of Success - “The Buck Stops Here”, with President Truman. There is the reminder that all humans have challenges and difficulties during their time on earth. The question of “why me?” should be replaced with “why not me!” It's all about the fact that adversity leads to lessons. It ties into the previous podcast a bit too, where we should really get out of our own way in life. Easier said than done, but totally worth it. Thanks for listening. Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show. Find me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/ on Twitter / “X”: @coachtosuccess and on Instagram at: @coachjohndaly - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly. Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too. Other things there on my site are being worked on too. Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.
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