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In this episode of Long Blue Leadership, Co-Hosts Naviere Walkewicz and Wyatt Hornsby reflect on the leadership lessons shared by accomplished graduates of the U.S. Air Force Academy over the first two seasons.   SUMMARY The hosts highlight key moments and insights from various guests, emphasizing the importance of personal connections, resilience, and the role of mentorship in leadership. They discuss the unique experiences of leaders like Coach Troy Calhoun, Brigadier General Gavin P. Marks, Nicole Malachowski, Madison Marsh, Lieutenant General BJ Schwedo, and Carl Falk, showcasing how their journeys can inspire others in their leadership paths.   SHARE THIS EPISODE LINKEDIN  |  FACEBOOK   TAKEAWAYS  - Leadership is deeply personal and requires understanding your people.  - The importance of resilience and the ability to bounce back from setbacks.  - Mentorship plays a crucial role in developing future leaders.  - Building relationships is essential in leadership roles.  - Knowing your craft enhances credibility and effectiveness as a leader.  - Leadership is about doing good and positively impacting others' lives.  - Embracing vulnerability can lead to personal and professional growth.  - It's important to risk failure in pursuit of big dreams.  - Support from family and mentors can shape one's career trajectory.  - Leaders should encourage others to pursue their passions and dreams.   CHAPTERS 00:00 Celebrating Leadership Lessons from the Air Force Academy 02:11 Highlighting Coach Troy Calhoun's Leadership Philosophy 08:09 Insights from Brigadier General Gavin P. Marks 12:59 Nicole Malachowski: Overcoming Setbacks and Embracing Dreams 19:09 Madison Marsh: A Journey of Resilience and Purpose 23:27 Lessons from Lieutenant General BJ Schwedo on Future Conflict 28:23 Karl Falk: The Importance of Support and Grit in Leadership   ABOUT THE HOSTS BIOS LT. COL. (RET.) NAVIERE WALKEWICZ '99 Senior Vice President, Engagement With over two decades in leadership roles, my current focus at the Association of Graduates - U.S. Air Force Academy is fostering a robust network of 50,000+ alumni. This commitment involves igniting a culture of engagement and inclusivity, underpinned by a strong foundation in support of our Air Force Academy. - BIO COPY CREDIT:  LINKEDIN.COM MR. WYATT HORNSBY Senior Vice President, Marketing & Communications | Executive Editor & Writer Wyatt Hornsby is passionate about developing marketing and communications talent and cohesive, high-performance teams. He is senior vice president of marketing and communications at the Air Force Academy Foundation and the Association of Graduates. He leads the work of the foundation and alumni association marketing and communications division, while also coordinating with various Air Force Academy offices, including Public Affairs and Strategic Communications. - BIO COPY CREDIT:  LINKEDIN.COM   ALL PAST LBL EPISODES  |  ALL LBLPN PRODUCTIONS AVAILABLE ON ALL MAJOR PODCAST PLATFORMS   CONNECT WITH THE LONG BLUE LEADERSHIP PODCAST NETWORK TEAM Send your feedback or nominate a guest at: socialmedia@usafa.org TED ROBERTSON:  Ted.Robertson@USAFA.org  Multimedia and Podcast Specialist | LBL Podcast Network Producer and Editor RYAN HALL:  Ryan.Hall@USAFA.org  Assistant Director of Multimedia Production | LBL Podcast Network Director BRYAN GROSSMAN:  Bryan.Grossman@USAFA.org Senior Director of Strategic Communications and Publications | LBL Podcast Network Copy Editor WYATT HORNSBY:  Wyatt.Hornsby@USAFA.org  Senior Vice President, Marketing & Communications | Executive Editor & Writer | LBL Podcast Network Executive Producer   FULL TRANSCRIPT SPEAKERS Co-Hosts:  Lt. Col. (Ret.) Naviere Walkewicz '99  |  Mr. Wyatt Hornsby Guests:  Coach Troy Calhoun '89; Brig. Gen. Gavin P. Marks '96; Col. (Ret.) Nicole Malachowski '96;  2nd Lt. Madison Marsh '23; Gen. BJ Schwedo '87; Mr. Karl Falk '98, Mr. Ted Robertson    Naviere Walkewicz 00:20 Welcome to our Long Blue Leadership retrospective. We're celebrating our first two seasons and the countless leadership lessons shared by some of the most accomplished United States Air Force Academy graduates.   Wyatt Hornsby 00:31 Naviere, seasons 1 and 2 have showcased amazing leadership stories and takeaways. From the very start, Long Blue Leadership has given listeners an inside look at real experiences, insights and advice from seasoned leaders, as well as those just beginning their leadership journeys. These deep dives have explored how leaders not only face challenges head-on but also find ways to inspire and empower those around them.   Naviere Walkewicz 00:58 Yes, what really sets this podcast apart is the mix of our guests' perspectives on leadership. These discussions have touched on teamwork, perseverance, humility, excellence and service before self.   Wyatt Hornsby 01:12 In this edition of Long Blue Leadership, we're sharing a few of our favorite moments. Not easy, because there are so many. Plus, we'll give you a preview of Season 3, which launches soon.   Naviere Walkewicz 01:23 And so, without further ado, Wyatt, let's get into our Long Blue Leadership podcast.   Wyatt Hornsby Let's do it, Naviere.   Naviere Walkewicz Some of our favorite moments. This was not easy to do at all.   Wyatt Hornsby 01:33 Indeed, it was not easy. Two seasons — and Naviere, while we're at it, I just want to congratulate you; awesome job on hosting Long Blue Leadership, and also a little plug for our friend Doug Lindsay as well for doing a great job as host.   Naviere Walkewicz 01:46 It's been an amazing journey, and I think the biggest thing for me has been just being able to share some of the stories of our graduates. So, like we said, picking just a few of them was really hard, but it's been just a beautiful transformation of where we started and where we're going in Season 3.   Wyatt Hornsby 02:01 It's been wonderful storytelling, and I hope that our listeners have been able to take away some great actionable insights for their own leadership journeys, whether they're Academy graduates or others seeking to develop as leaders.   Naviere Walkewicz 02:13 I know I personally took some things away from all of these conversations. I think some of them we'll highlight today.   Wyatt Hornsby 02:18 Wonderful. Let's do it. Looking forward to it.   Naviere Walkewicz 02:21 So, I think you might have the first one you wanted to highlight.   Wyatt Hornsby 02:24 So Naviere, as we said, I mean, it's so difficult to find our favorites. I mean, there are just so many across seasons 1 and 2. But I'm going to tell you, I was so struck by Coach Troy Calhoun, Class of '89. That conversation was absolutely awesome. And a couple of things stood out to me, and we'll listen to a clip from our conversation with Coach Calhoun, but a couple things that stood out to me was, I think a lot of people, when they think about Coach Calhoun and him coming on to do a conversation, they're probably going to expect him to talk about the Xs and Os and strategy and how the Falcons are looking for the season. But in this case, what Coach Calhoun did was he came in and he talked about his own leadership journey all the way from the beginning growing up in Oregon. And I just think that throughout the conversation, we learned a lot about him as a person, his family, his formative experiences. And really what I took away from it additionally, was the unique importance of athletics at the Academy, and how Coach Calhoun and his program, like all sports at USAFA, are developing leaders of character for our Air Force and Space Force. Just an awesome conversation.   Naviere Walkewicz 03:37 It was an awesome conversation. I think it really talks about — one of the things that stood out, I think, in the clip that you picked up is really about how he views leadership and taking care of people. Let's give it a listen.   Wyatt Hornsby Indeed.   Troy Calhoun 03:49 You need to be doing something that you love, that you're passionate about. And the other part is, again, just the involvement that you have with your people. And, you know, to get in there, literally, where you're hip to hip and shoulder to shoulder. And I think sometimes, whether you're in a leadership role or maybe you have a certain rank, you think, “Well, I can't do that in order to maintain my distance professionally.” And I wholeheartedly disagree. I think you have to be able to operate from different perspectives as a leader. I think, clearly, you can still articulate and live the standards that are a part of your operation or your unit or your football program. But again, it's about people.   Naviere Walkewicz 04:46 Well said. It really is.   Wyatt Hornsby 04:47 Well said. Earlier in the conversation too, he had a point where he talked about three things, his philosophy of leadership. You talked to him about his philosophy of leadership. He talked about, as he said in that clip, being right there alongside your people. He talked about knowing your craft incredibly well — not just strategy, but also tactics. And as he mentioned in that clip really well, getting to know your people as humans and what makes them tick. It's easy to, listening to that conversation, it's easy to see why Coach Calhoun has been here for such a long time and been so successful as head football coach.   Naviere Walkewicz 05:25 I think one of the lines I remember him sharing about when we talked about leadership was — I think I asked him, like, “It seems like it's really personal,” and he says, “Absolutely, leadership is personal.” It's about being… understanding who, you know, what's going on in their lives, because if you can understand what they're going through, then you can help them through some challenges and move them to, you know, whatever everyone else is working through together. And so, I really appreciated that he talks about getting to know his people on a personal level, and he challenges all of his coaches to do the same. I think there was a point where he even shared that if he knew some of the team members better than the coaches did, then that was a problem, right? And so, I think he wanted to make sure that being a good leader is knowing who your people are and what they need.   Wyatt Hornsby 06:07 That's right. It's just so instructive and inspiring to those of us who are developing as leaders. And I mean, it goes without saying, college football is changing. It's changing a lot. But I think for Coach Calhoun, he just talks about, as you said, that importance of relationships. And amid all those in college sports, staying focused on the relationship aspect, getting to know his players and his coaches, and remaining hyper-focused on that mission, developing leaders of character for the Air Force and Space Force.   Naviere Walkewicz 06:38 What was something that you took from that personally, that, you know, maybe has evolved the way that you lead or are thinking about leadership?   Wyatt Hornsby 06:46 You know, I'm developing as a leader every day. I've had some tremendous mentors in my life, but I really — I enjoyed what he talked about, about knowing your craft. I think that's really important, because I think it helps you build credibility with those that you lead. Of course, you can't know everything about everything that you lead, but knowing your craft, understanding not just the strategies and the tactics, and I think that helps you build credibility with your team and provide the right leadership to set the vision and the priorities for your team.   Naviere Walkewicz 07:21 I love that. I think what I took from that conversation was really about being humble. I mean, to be where he at is in his career, and I just felt across the table someone who was so humble in every day, learning from everyone around him and trying to really kind of give back in that way. That's something I always want to try and strive to do.   Wyatt Hornsby 07:41 I agree completely. And by the way, he talked about his younger sister, a 10-time all-American, which is pretty incredible. She's also an Academy graduate. And I think if I recall, he said that he looks up to his younger sister. So, I took that away, too. Just a humble, humble leader.   Naviere Walkewicz 07:59 I love that. Well, I'd like to go into one of my favorite moments, and it was with Brig. Gen. Gavin P. Marks, Class of '96, the commandant of the Air Force Academy currently. And this one was special for me, Wyatt, for multiple reasons. I have two cadets, as you know, that are going through the Air Force Academy under his leadership, but he was also my basic cadet commander. So, when I was at the Academy as a four-degree, he was leading us through Basic Cadet Training. And a funny story I'll share with you: When I was later in my career as a civilian working at Offutt Air Force Base. He was the wing commander at office Air Force Base, and I was working at STRATCOM, Strategic Command. I turned around a corner, and I immediately go, “Huh, Gavin P. Marks!” and he started laughing, and he goes, “What year are you?” And I said, “'99,” and he said, “It's good that you still remember my middle initial.” But it stuck out to me and then the funny thing after that, I said, “I never knew you had so many teeth,” because he would scare us. But the reason why this podcast was so special was because I think it brought me to a new level of understanding that — in remembering that we're all human right, and so we all have things that we go through. And so, to hear him from his humble days, talking about his mom, I really just enjoyed his perspective on, you know, his career, which wasn't necessarily a trajectory that he was planning. He certainly had some goals of he would love to have been the commandant at the Academy, but it certainly, you know — it kind of moved in a way that we'll talk about in this clip. And so, I'm interested to hear your thoughts on that conversation before we jump into the clip.   Wyatt Hornsby 09:35 He has extraordinary presence — Gen. Marks does. And it came through not just in the podcast conversation. We had a reunion, several reunions, where he provided a senior leader briefing, and you can just feel that presence and that commitment and that dedication to the USAFA mission. And I'm really excited to hear this clip and then also share another thought on something from the conversation that really stuck out to me as well.   Naviere Walkewicz 10:00 All right. Well, let's roll the clip.   Brig. Gen. Marks 10:03 But as you command at higher levels, while the impact — and I probably should have said it this way: The impact that you would have on so many individual airmen's lives lessons, the impact that you can have on an individual airman's life magnifies based on rank. It is significant also, and I always — one of the things that I tell people all the time is, it's an oversimplification, but the only reason to have rank is to do good, is to do good things, to make things happen in a positive way that affect positively mission and benefit airmen's lives. That's it. That's all. And if rank becomes something different than that for you, you're in the wrong business, or we've given it to the wrong person. If I'm being honest with you.   Naviere Walkewicz 10:55 What did you think about when you heard that?   Wyatt Hornsby 10:56 I am glad that he is the commandant of cadets at the United States Air Force Academy. And I think that I would go so far as to say that what he said there probably reflects how many Air Force — probably all — Air Force Academy graduates feel about leadership, that it's an opportunity to do good for other people, to improve lives, to move people forward, to elevate performance, to lift others. So, super powerful.   Naviere Walkewicz 11:24 I think what was also really great about our conversation was how he talked about the importance of family. And I think when you — sometimes when you think about a leader that's made it to such levels in their career, you think, “Well, it's career above everything else.” But he actually talked about how there are a couple of times when he might have retired had he not had the support from his wife and from his family. And I thought that was really insightful as well, where he really consulted them on some of his biggest decisions.   Wyatt Hornsby 11:52 That's right, perhaps his closest and most valued partners in life.   Naviere Walkewicz 11:56 Yes, I think that's something that our listeners can really value. I know I took that to heart as well, because while it is important, and obviously our professional lives are such a huge part of our lives, our lives are much more holistic than that, right? I think having your networks of support and leadership are really important.   Wyatt Hornsby 12:14 I agree. And Naviere, while we're talking about Gen. Marks too, I gotta put in a plug, and I know we're not gonna listen to this clip, but he told an awesome story about a $20 bill and the Honor Code.   Naviere Walkewicz Yes.   Wyatt Hornsby And as I recall, he really talked about how that was one of the experiences that made him see this United States Air Force Academy — it's a unique and different kind of place.   Naviere Walkewicz 12:38 Absolutely, and so if you missed that, it's a great time for you to go back to longblueleadership.org and listen to that clip in its full entirety.   Wyatt Hornsby 12:48 That's right. Let's talk about Nicole Malachowski, Class of 1996. This conversation — it was a recent conversation that you had with her — really stood out to me on a couple of different levels. Even as a child, she set her sights on what she wanted to do in life, which was to become a fighter pilot. She was focused on that, and at the height of her career, she had a very difficult setback that she spoke I thought very openly and vulnerably about. I just really appreciated that. But in this clip that we're going to play, Naviere, and I'd love to hear your reaction before our good friend, producer Ted rolls it, I would love to just hear your thoughts about this clip and just really important advice that a mentor provided to her at a key moment.   Naviere Walkewicz 13:33 I think you teed it up perfectly. I would say, from sitting across the table, what I felt when I heard that was just a sense of pride in remembering that we all bring something to the table, and empowerment in not being afraid to go forward with it. So, let's give it a listen.   Nicole Malachowski 13:51 I remember thinking, “Thank God I didn't put myself out there. Thank God, Nicole,” you know… now I'm a 30-year-old captain, so I'm still a young person. “Thank God you didn't risk failure. Who are you to think you could be a Thunderbird? Silly girl.” Right? And in that moment, the weirdest thing happened, and I tell this story on stage sometimes. The door opened to the Officer's Club, and in walked the wing commander, Brig. Gen. Mark Matthews. And in that moment, over walks my squadron commander, a wonderful man by the name of Dan DeBree. His call sign was “Trash.” Get it? Trash, debris. Trash walks over, super excited, very supportive of my application, and he's like, “Hey, general, did you know Nicole's applying to be a Thunderbird?” Man, I mean, you could have slowed down time. I was like, “Ix-nay on the underbird-tay,” like, “This is terrible.” Neither of these guys knew that I had removed my application, and Dan's standing there all proud. He's my squadron commander, supporting me — a great man, again. And Mark Matthews looks down at me, Gen. Matthews, and he goes, “That's great. How's your application going?” And I'm like — I looked at him, and here's what happened. I said, “You know, so it's hard to be a Thunderbird, but I probably won't get picked. They haven't had a woman, so I don't want to waste anybody's time.”   Naviere Walkewicz Oh, you said everything.   Nicole Malachowski I said it. I said all of it, and this is kind of an embarrassing story to tell, but I'm just, this is the truth, right? This is the vulnerable truth of how this happened. And he looked down at me, and I will never forget this, and I hope folks listening who have big dreams and gnarly goals remember this. He looked down at me and he said, “Nicole.” Actually, he said, “Fifi.” My call sign. “Fifi, nobody wants to lead a scripted life.” And he walked away and left me in extraordinarily uncomfortable silence. And those words, “…nobody wants to lead a scripted life…” have become my life's mantra. Every time I get the knot in my stomach that says that dream is too big or that idea is too innovative, don't rock the boat. I remember what he said, because those words, like, they lifted the weight of the world off my shoulders, told me it was OK to dream big. It was OK to buck the status quo. It was OK to be different. He was telling me it's OK to risk failure in pursuit of personal, professional growth. And it's not so much I think he's telling you and me to write ourselves into the script. What he was saying was, don't ever write yourself out of the script, and as leaders and teammates, don't you ever write anybody else or their wild ideas out of the script either.   Wyatt Hornsby 16:08 That is so powerful. I mean, I know that I have that inner critic, that voice that sometimes tells me, “Write yourself out of the script. You're not good enough. You're not going to make it. Why did you do that?” And probably a lot of us do. Naviere, what do you think?   Naviere Walkewicz 16:24 Oh, definitely. I mean, even up to that, she had had that voice in her head, and she shared, right before that clip, she finally got the courage to go into the group commander's office to submit that package. And, you know, the person working at the desk said, “Well, he really only has one, you know, one slot to give so we don't want to waste it on you.” And I think those very specific words make that inner voice, that inner critic, even louder and just kudos to the wing commander for really kind of right setting, I think a perspective that has clearly shaped her life.   Wyatt Hornsby 16:59 I agree completely. And we just talked about Gen. Marks and how he talked about doing good for others as a leader. And I think that's what we saw here with Gen. Matthews and the story that Nicole shared.   Naviere Walkewicz 17:11 Yes. There were so many amazing moments in her session with me, in her podcast, and so another one that I wanted to call out, because I think many may not know until they listen to her full story, but she actually battled a pretty critical, life-changing disease, and, frankly, she talked about resilience and how resilience is important, but really for her, it was about resurgence. I thought that was pretty powerful in that podcast as well. Did that kind of speak to you in any way?   Wyatt Hornsby 17:42 It really did. And I actually think it kind of goes back to “no one wants to lead a scripted life.” I don't think Nicole definitely had that in the script, her health challenge. But it came, and she spoke very honestly about it, about how difficult it was. She had some really, really difficult days, and she found a way forward. She wrote that new script for what she was going to do with the rest of her life. So, that moment really stuck out to me too. Super powerful conversation, and I got the sense too as I was listening to Nicole — and you did such a great job with that conversation — was that she knows who she is. You can tell that she has thought deeply about who she is as a person, as a leader, and she wants to go out and engage with and inspire other audiences and other leaders. So, really came out beautifully in this conversation.   Naviere Walkewicz 18:34 That was, in fact, I think one of her giving nuggets to others that were listening was really take the time to know who you are and know what you believe in, what you stand for, and then the rest kind of fills in the blanks.   Wyatt Hornsby Well said.   Naviere Walkewicz Well, the next one that I want to speak about is 2nd Lt. Madison Marsh, Class of '23 and Miss America.   Wyatt Hornsby Miss America.   Naviere Walkewicz Miss America. Can we just say that? But what was so great about this particular podcast was, yes, she is Miss America, but we spent so much time getting to know her. And really, I think the depth of who Madison Marsh is, it really kind of blew my mind.   Wyatt Hornsby 19:11 Yes. And similar to Nicole Malachowski — Madison Marsh, she had something really difficult happen to her that she's going to go into in the clip that we talked about, and no one should have to go through what Madison did, but she found a way forward. And I think just her story is remarkably inspiring.   Naviere Walkewicz 19:33 I actually don't want to give it away. I think we should just roll the clip.   Wyatt Hornsby 19:35 Let's do it.   Madison Marsh 19:36 I basically printed out all of my essays that I knew that people had to submit in the past for the Academy. I did resumes. I came with my GPA, everything, and I walked right up to my congressman and I handed it to him, and I said, “I want to go to the Air Force Academy, and I want to be your nominee.” And I'm sure he was like, who's…   Naviere Walkewicz …I love every bit of this…   Madison Marsh So, I was very firm early on, and so we were able to start an incredible relationship with one another. And so, because I did that — I think that was maybe my junior year, early on in my junior year — when it came time my senior year, he fought for me all of the time to get my application in front of people, because I was his principal nominee, and we had a very, very special moment. So, he called me on Oct. 31 and told me that I had gotten early acceptance to the Academy, and so I got to tell my mom, and the next morning she passed away. So having an experience like that is — that's why the Academy and Congressman Womack are so special to me, because that was my dream for years, and my mom got to know before she passed away. And it's just everything happens at the right timing, and you never know until afterwards. And so, now I get to be here; now I get to wear the uniform. And even though she hasn't gotten to see it, she got to know about it. And it just because of those first instances where I marched up to him and I said, like, I want to be here. I got to have experiences like that. And now I get to have wonderful experiences of now serving post-Academy life.   Naviere Walkewicz 21:04 I mean, I think that clip still gives me feelings of in that moment where she shared that because I had known that her mom had passed away. But I think what was so powerful about her sharing that story was in the bit of, you know, believing in yourself, going full for something, and then having someone believe in you and champion you to the point where, when you actually get there, and having her mom spend that with her before she passed. I just — that moment was something really special.   Wyatt Hornsby 21:34 It really is powerful. It must have been an honor and a privilege to have been able to share that moment with Lt. Marsh.   Naviere Walkewicz 21:41 It really was, and I think her whole conversation — what really inspired me, first, the fact that she actually started a foundation in her mom's name, the Whitney Marsh Foundation, but also more so that it actually shaped how she was as a cadet. She talked about, when she had the opportunity to champion others, so, you know, as she progressed in her cadet years, she wanted to make sure that other cadets had someone that they could talk to, so that she would be a voice for them, that she would hear them, and she would see them. And I think that was really powerful, because sometimes she was saying how she had felt lost and how she didn't have that support. And so, she turned it around and made sure that she was that person for someone else.   Wyatt Hornsby 22:19 Another example, Naviere, of someone who uses leadership opportunities to do good for others.   Naviere Walkewicz 22:25 Absolutely. And I thought, what was also fascinating, as such a young officer, she also — to Nicole Malachowski's point — took some time to know herself because she had been groomed, or maybe not groomed is not the right word, but she had, since early times of wanting to go to the Academy, had thought, I'm going to be a pilot and had been working towards her hours and her private pilot's license to get to the point where she could go to pilot training and become a pilot. And said, “Maybe this, this isn't my trajectory,” and looking into policy and so I think to the point of knowing who you are and knowing what you know you're really passionate about. Also, to what Coach Troy Calhoun said, they all kind of weave together. I thought that was really powerful.   Wyatt Hornsby 23:06 Agree. I thought it was very powerful too. And I'm really excited — I'm sure you are too, and a lot of graduates — just to see what she does with her life. I think that she's going to do some great work, and I think we're going to continue to hear about the amazing work that Madison Marsh is pushing forward, whether it's with cancer research and treatments or some other very, very important, worthy cause.   Naviere Walkewicz 23:29 Absolutely. No doubt about that.   Wyatt Hornsby 23:32 All right. Naviere, this next one, this was early Season 1, and our friend Dr. Doug Lindsay hosted this conversation. Doug is Class of 1992. It really stood out to me, and it was a conversation with Lt. Gen. (Ret.) B.J. Shwedo, Class of '87. Remarkable conversation with the director of the USAFA Institute for Future Conflict about the role that graduates are going to continue to play in our nation's security.   Naviere Walkewicz 23:59 I agree. Gen. Shwedo is such a dynamic speaker, and every time I have a chance to hear from him, I learn something new. But maybe for the sake of our listeners, in case they haven't heard that one yet, can you talk about what the IFC is?   Wyatt Hornsby 24:10 The IFC is the Institute for Future Conflict. So, it stood up a couple of years ago at the United States Air Force Academy. And really the goal is to inculcate across the Academy — and I'm not going to do this justice the way Gen. Shwedo can — but to inculcate across the Academy a focus on preparing cadets for what they will be facing amid Great Power Competition and for them to be able to bring that holistic thinking and that multi-domain thinking to how to fight and win the nation's wars if they are called upon.   Naviere Walkewicz 24:45 It's pretty incredible, some of the things that our cadets are exposed to. I remember when I was a cadet, I couldn't imagine have been briefed by some of our combatant commanders and having top-secret clearance levels to understand, really, what the adversary looks like and what we're up against. But they're looking at it across all different domains, and it's preparing our soon-to-be graduates for what's up for them right after.   Wyatt Hornsby 25:11 That's right. And one thing I'll mention before we roll the clip: Like you Naviere, I've heard Gen. Shwedo talk. In fact, we've been in probably many of the same talks, and graduates respond so well to what he shares, and I think it just instills even more confidence in the mission and the priorities of the Air Force Academy. So, without further ado, what do you say we roll that clip?   Naviere Walkewicz Let's roll the clip.   Gen. Shwedo 25:34 What we got to do is make them aware of the environment we're dumping them in. And case in point, I have one cadet he raises his hand like, you know, “Hypersonic missiles — I don't understand what's the big deal about that.” And I go, “OK, well, first of all, yes, they're fast, but as you remember from Physics 110, a ballistic missile trajectory is all mathematics. That's how the Patriot works. Hypersonic missiles can maneuver. So, all your math is now dead,” and go, “Oh, by the way, when you look down the range and you see all those antennas, NORAD, for the most part, was looking up to the north, because the quickest way to get an ICBM to the United States was over the top. You can actually take a hypersonic missile, put it in a low-Earth orbit, and that attack will come out of Antarctica.” Same cadet immediately raises his hand and goes, “So the maneuvering, is that RF, command guy?” and he's immediately trying to get into it. And I'm like, “I love you, man.” Because honestly, when you start making them aware of the threats, they immediately start thinking countermeasures. So, from the leadership standpoint, they understand that piece.   Naviere Walkewicz 26:44 Yes, I think that is huge. And it really talks about understanding what you're up against. I think what I really loved about what Gen. Shwedo said, was having the awareness allowed for them to start thinking about countermeasures. And I think that really does translate to leadership. When you have awareness of things, you can make better decisions. You can think about how you take care of your people better. It just actually translates across so many levels of leadership. What do you think?   Wyatt Hornsby 27:09 I agree completely, and I think too, just spending time with cadets — you would know better than I Naviere, you have two up on the Hill right now — but so curious, so curious. And they're here for a reason. They had choices in where they could have pursued what they wanted to do after high school, and they chose the United States Air Force Academy because they want to serve our country and, if called upon, fight and win those nation's wars. And so, just kudos to the work not only Gen. Shwedo is doing, but the cadets too, who are just so curious and so responsive to that awareness and really thinking deeply and preparing themselves for what the world is confronting the United States and our allies with.   Naviere Walkewicz 27:53 Absolutely. I think, what I really appreciate about Gen. Shwedo as well is he's another graduate that's giving back to our Academy, right? He's facilitating all of these lessons. He's helping to really promote how we can do this better. But it goes to show how our graduates are really involved with our Air Force Academy.   Wyatt Hornsby 28:12 A lifetime of service. I think that's what Gen. Shwedo would say. He came back because he wanted to continue to serve.   Naviere Walkewicz 28:18 Yes, absolutely. Well, the last moment that we'll talk about — and again, this was so hard, because there were so many good ones — comes from Karl Falk, Class of '98 the CEO of Botdoc. And this one was special for me, not only because we were at the Academy together, but I didn't know him then, and I know him now as a parent of also a cadet at the Academy. And his story was so, so incredible. Because when you think of a CEO of anything, you think, “Wow, this person's so accomplished. They've done all of these things.” And, you know, they must be doing great, and he is, but it started from humble beginnings. And when you take the time to listen to his podcast, it will really kind of help you see that you can start from anywhere and achieve anything, just as he did. This particular clip I have picked for us to listen to, though, is about kind of having people in your corner, and when people recognize in you, maybe before you do, how they can champion you. Let's give it a listen.   Karl Falk 29:20 You know, being in Texas, there's more spotlight on football, and I had some very good coaches. My head football coach in high school, Coach Bubba Fife — everyone in Katie knows Bubba Fife — and even to this day, he's still involved in the in the school district. But he was a big advocate for me, with coaches that came by, and there's some stuff I didn't find out until out until later in life where, you know, back then, it wasn't common for the school to provide shoes and, you know, some guys had their own pads and stuff like that. And I remember my mom years later telling me that actually Coach Fife came to her with money and said, “This is, uh — get him some shoes.” Sorry. That got to me a little bit more than I thought it was gonna be. So, I guess what I can say is, there's been a lot of people, I'm where I'm today because of a lot of people throughout my entire life, and I have a lot to be grateful for. But I was very fortunate to have those coaches in my life because — there was actually a time, this is actually a crazy story. There was a time where — so, I was the big, fat tuba player too. So, I kind of did everything because I enjoyed it, but there was a point where I kind of had to make a decision, because I was actually the guy that was playing football, and then, you know, marching band and football, and that's really tough to do. And I had made up in my mind that I was going to quit football, and because, you know, I didn't have a dad around, and my mom wasn't really into sports, like, I am and my kids are now. And I made up my mind, so I went to talk to one of the coaches, Coach Schubert, and, and I told him, I said, “I'm gonna quit football and, you know, I'm gonna be in the band.” And, and he looks at me, he goes, “No!”   Naviere Walkewicz 31:22 Right there. Sometimes the best answer you can get from a boss or a mentor or anybody is, “no.” What do you think, Wyatt?   Wyatt Hornsby 31:29 And by the way, Naviere, I'm trying to figure out the logistics. How do you play football and participate in the band? I played football in high school. I just don't know how you do that.   Naviere Walkewicz 31:40 You probably didn't change your clothes. You probably wore your uniform, though.   Wyatt Hornsby 31:43 Oh my gosh, like, I don't even know how you do that. But no, this was an extraordinary conversation. And you know, one of the things I like about the conversations that you've led and hosted, Naviere, is really going back to the beginning. And my takeaway from that conversation with Karl and that clip that we just played: He's never forgotten where he came from. As you said, he's become very successful in life. He's done well for himself, but he's never forgotten where he came from and who helped him along the way. Sometimes, Naviere, it just takes a pair of shoes.   Naviere Walkewicz 32:19 Oh gosh, that conversation was like I was getting to know someone all over again, because I got to know him as a parent of a fellow cadet. Him and his sons, Alec and Arden, were cadets there at the Prep School, now in the Class of '27, but seeing him through his own eyes, it just opened up a whole new experience for me. And I think one of the things I appreciated about his conversation as well was he talked about some of the tough times in getting to be successful. And while, yes, he had those people in his corner that helped him get there, there were times when — I think he even said, you know, “I didn't pay myself, like we might have missed a meal so that my folks could eat,” when he was still building his business. And I think it talks about the grit and kind of hard work and perseverance it takes to become successful. So, while he never forgot where he came from, he also talked about kind of the path to get there, and just the resilience and all of that in that. And I thought that was a really powerful story he shared.   Wyatt Hornsby 33:13 Agree, and I would suspect that grit and that perseverance, those were formed early in life, but then also really developed when he was here at the Academy. What do you think?   Naviere Walkewicz 33:26 Agree. And I think, and we talked about the lifetime of service that our graduates live. His company has actually given back to the Class of '27 through various ways. And so, I think it really does kind of show how, you know, you never forget where you come from, and then when you can, you give in ways that are meaningful. I think that's really powerful too.   Wyatt Hornsby 33:44 That's right. Well, Naviere, that was an awesome conversation. I just so enjoyed revisiting those conversations, and again, just mad congratulations to you, and thanks to you and Doug for just doing such a great job. I mean, this was tough, choosing the conversations that we just talked about, because there are just so many great ones, so many great ones. And I hope that our listeners will go back and listen to those conversations from seasons 1 and 2. But while they're at it, also tell others about Long Blue Leadership. Help spread the word, because these conversations are really impactful.   Naviere Walkewicz 34:20 Absolutely, and we can really use feedback coming directly to us at socialmedia@usafa.org. That's a way they can directly let us know what they enjoyed, what we can do better and what they can look forward to in Season 3.   Wyatt Hornsby 34:32 That's right. I mean, the podcast space, it's competitive, and there are a lot of great podcast shows out there, and so we know we just have to continue to raise that bar and elevate what we're doing. So, our listener feedback is so important and just continuous improvement and excellence in all we do.   Naviere Walkewicz 34:49 Absolutely. Well, thanks. Wyatt. Well, before we share what's coming up in Season 3, we'd like to take a moment and thank you for listening to Long Blue Leadership. The podcast publishes Tuesdays in both video and audio and is available on all your favorite podcast platforms. Watch or listen to all episodes of Long Blue Leadership at longblueleadership.org.   Wyatt Hornsby 35:11 Naviere, this was a real pleasure. I really enjoyed talking about these awesome episodes from seasons 1 and 2. And while we're at it, let's also thank our good friend Ted, who's done just remarkable work in helping to produce this show. And our listeners may not get to hear much from Ted, but he is behind the scenes doing awesome work on the show.   Naviere Walkewicz 35:32 He really is. Ted makes us look great, and when you say congratulations to me, it's only because Ted has been right alongside me all this way, and Doug, and anyone else that's been part of this podcast. It really has been us working with Ted.   Wyatt Hornsby 35:46 So, Ted, I'm going to put you on the spot. Share with us a little bit about maybe a couple of your takeaways from seasons 1 and 2, and what this process, what this experience has been like for you.   Ted Robertson 35:59 I can think about the first day I walked in the door, had my first eyes on the studio, and I'm thinking, “We're gonna have some fun here. We're gonna touch some lives, and we're gonna do some great things.” And it's been a real privilege to be a part of the communications team. And I talk a lot about the people that I work with, but Naviere, you've become a partner, and together, along with everybody else on the team, we're looking forward to bringing some more of these moments to our listeners and just sharing what leadership is all about. And we want to make it global. So, Season 3 coming and lots of great things to come in Season 3. I hope that sort of answers your question. The highlights for me are working with all of you.   Naviere Walkewicz 36:50 Aww, thanks, Ted. And speaking of what Ted was talking about, Season 3 is coming up. Should we share some of the amazing guests we're gonna have on the podcast?   Wyatt Hornsby 36:59 I think we should, Naviere, I mean, I am like you. I am so excited about Season 3. We've got some amazing names and Naviere. One of our guests is going to be Dr. Heather Wilson, Class of '82, 24th secretary of the Air Force. And she's also currently the president of the University of Texas, El Paso. So cannot wait to have the secretary — I don't know whether to call her Secretary Wilson or Dr. Wilson.   Naviere Walkewicz 37:23 I'm sure I'm going to find out, because I'm so excited to have that conversation with her as well.   Wyatt Hornsby 37:27 Likewise, and Naviere, I think also, we have a classmate who we're going to be talking to?   Naviere Walkewicz 37:31 Oh, we have a couple of classmates, actually. So, one of them, Joel Neeb goes by call-sign “Thor,” — Class of '99, Gold Will Shine — who has been a tremendously successful fighter pilot. He's authored some books, a former CEO, but he dealt with some very specific, I think, health challenges that shaped a new trajectory for him. And I'm not going to give it away. I think that's what they'll learn about in the podcast.   Wyatt Hornsby 37:56 I've had a couple of opportunities to spend time with Thor, and I'm excited about this one too. I think it's going to be an awesome conversation.   Naviere Walkewicz 38:03 Yes. And his is one where it really is about family too. I think we're going to hear some of that. And then my other classmate is with the FBI, so Mark McCulloch, Class of '99, and I think you've actually done a story on him recently on your team.   Wyatt Hornsby 38:17 I think we did a story on him in Checkpoints a couple of years ago, written by Jeff Holmquist. Yeah, I can't wait for this one too.   Naviere Walkewicz 38:26 It's amazing what Class of '99 is doing, but there's others. Who else shall we highlight today, Wyatt?   Naviere Walkewicz 38:43 We also have some young alumni, current board directors that will be speaking to. One of them is a Young Alumni Excellence Award winner, Emma Przybyslawski, Class of 2010.   Wyatt Hornsby 38:51 Can't wait to hear that one. And Emma — so she recently, as you said, received the Young Alumni Excellence Award. And I thought I knew Emma, and I learned a few things about her in our profile of her. So, that's going to be an awesome conversation.   Naviere Walkewicz 39:06 Can't wait to speak with her. And then Joe Bledsoe, class president for the Class of 2011, but also working with Gen. Shwedo right now.   Wyatt Hornsby 39:13 That's right. He's a fellow up in the Institute for Future Conflict. And again, just a remarkable graduate, a fighter pilot, really looking forward to that conversation. end of year. One other that I'm really excited about, Matt Kuta, Class of 2005 co-founder of Voyager Space and a former fighter pilot, really looking forward to that conversation as well.   Naviere Walkewicz 39:36 We have so many amazing grads to share stories with, and we could go down the list, but I think that's a good one just to, you know, whet the appetite. What do you think?   Wyatt Hornsby 39:44 I agree completely. I'm just excited about Season 3 and we'll get this going.   Naviere Walkewicz 39:49 Absolutely. Wyatt, this has been a blast. Thank you so much for joining me today.   Wyatt Hornsby 39:53 And thank you for inviting me, Naviere. This was a lot of fun.   Naviere Walkewicz 39:57 Absolutely, and we thank you for joining us as well. We can't wait to share our third season of Long Blue Leadershipbeginning this February. You can expect more compelling stories from outstanding USAFA graduates, each sharing unique perspectives and practical advice on overcoming challenges and inspiring others. With a mix of thought-provoking conversations and real-life experiences, Season 3 promises to engage, inspire and empower both seasoned and aspiring leaders alike. Visit longblueleadership.org for more episodes and to subscribe. Also, nominate a guest or send us your feedback at socialmedia@usafa.org, and finally, Long Blue Leadership is available on all of your favorite podcast apps. We can't wait to see you there.   KEYWORDS leadership lessons, season highlights, guest perspectives, teamwork, perseverance, humility, service, season three preview, Gavin Marks, Commandant of Cadets, Nicole Malachowski, Thunderbird pilot, tick born illness, Lyme Disease, Coach Calhoun, Falcons Football, Madison Marsh, Miss America, Karl Falk, Bot Doc, B.J. Schwedo, Institute for Future Conflict, leadership journey, character development, personal growth, mentorship, resilience, future conflict       The Long Blue Line Podcast Network is presented by the U.S. Air Force Academy Association and Foundation  

Det är få som har arbetat med så stora världsstjärnor som musikproducenten Carl Falk har gjort. Adopterad från Sri Lanka var det inte alls självklart att han skulle komma till Sverige och börja skriva musik till artister som Westlife, Avicii, Madonna, One Direction, Nicki Minaj, Ellie Goulding, Ariana Grande, Demi Lovato och många, många fler. Vi får höra om hur det är att arbeta med den absoluta världseliten och hur han tog sig dit. Vi får höra om hur det var att skapa de första albumen till One Direction, om hur han och skådespelaren Russell Crowe blev nära vänner och om veckorna hemma hos Madonna. Men vi pratar också om baksidorna med stora framgångar, om Aviciis tragiska bortgång och hur man ständigt måste förnya sig för att vara aktuell. Tusen tack för att du lyssnar!Ta del av våra kurser på Framgångsakademin.Beställ "Mitt Framgångsår".Följ Alexander Pärleros på Instagram.Följ Alexander Pärleros på Tiktok.Bästa tipsen från avsnittet i Nyhetsbrevet.I samarbete med Convendum.Följ Carl Falk på Instagram. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Det är få som har arbetat med så stora världsstjärnor som musikproducenten Carl Falk har gjort. Adopterad från Sri Lanka var det inte alls självklart att han skulle komma till Sverige och börja skriva musik till artister som Westlife, Avicii, Madonna, One Direction, Nicki Minaj, Ellie Goulding, Ariana Grande, Demi Lovato och många, många fler. Vi får höra om hur det är att arbeta med den absoluta världseliten och hur han tog sig dit. Vi får höra om hur det var att skapa de första albumen till One Direction, om hur han och skådespelaren Russell Crowe blev nära vänner och om veckorna hemma hos Madonna. Men vi pratar också om baksidorna med stora framgångar, om Aviciis tragiska bortgång och hur man ständigt måste förnya sig för att vara aktuell. Tusen tack för att du lyssnar!Ta del av våra kurser på Framgångsakademin.Beställ "Mitt Framgångsår".Följ Alexander Pärleros på Instagram.Följ Alexander Pärleros på Tiktok.Bästa tipsen från avsnittet i Nyhetsbrevet.I samarbete med Convendum.Följ Carl Falk på Instagram. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I dagens avsnitt så får vi fint återbesök i podden, av Jenny Larsson och Carl Falk, två kända ansikten i Discgolf Sverige, som nu startat en Youtube-kanal! Superkul tycker vi, och vill därför höra lite med dom hur uppstarten gick till och även hur deras 2023 kommer se ut tourmässigt! Som alltid, trevlig lyssning!PodcastKedja Ut - En Podcast Om Discgolfhttps://play.acast.com/s/Kedja-UtPatreonShow your support on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/kedjautContactGive us feedback, send an e-mail to:kedjaut@gmail.comSocial MediaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kedjaut/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kedjaut/Thank you for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We had the pleasure of interviewing Nea Zoom video!Swedish artist & songwriter Nea has released a brand new single, "A Lover Like Me," out now via Milkshake / Sony Music Sweden. Listen to the song now here. Watch the official video here. The new song is the first single to be released from Nea's forthcoming debut album, TRANSPARENT, due out fall 2023.Armed with a fresh sound rooted in the raw undertones of '90s grunge, seamlessly melded with Nea's signature pop sensibility, "A Lover Like Me" is a self-love anthem dripping with magnetic charisma and fearless grit. Written and produced by Nea and Daniel Ledinsky (Tove Lo, Shakira, Rihanna), Nea describes, “'A Lover Like Me' is one of those rare songs that just wrote itself. I had a lyric idea, Daniel played some chords and 2 hours later we had the song! I love the rawness of the vocals and the vibe, that there's an edge to it.”Stepping into 2023 with 800 million+ streams as a solo artist, today's new single marks a bold start to a year destined for massive growth for Nea. With her debut album slated for fall, Nea is also confirmed as an expert panelist alongside Carl Falk & Elias Kapari on Sweden's forthcoming Songland shoot-off, which debuts this spring.First establishing herself as one of Sweden's most prolific songwriters, penning songs for notable artists such as Zara Larsson, Felix Jaehn, Tinie Tempah, Tove Styrke, and Axwell, 2019 marked the beginning of a destined transition for the multifaceted creative. First debuting as an artist with single "Some Say," the track, along with its Felix Jaehn Remix, were certified diamond, platinum or gold in 21 countries, reached #1 on airplay in 7 countries and became the 9th most played track on European radio that year. Since then, Nea has released a debut EP as well as collaborations with artists such as SHY Martin and Sandro Cavazza.With critical acclaim mounting from outlets such as Billboard, ELLE, and Wonderland, Nea has earned a slew of accolades including a slot at Lollapalooza Stockholm, a Swedish Grammy nomination for 'Composer of the Year,' a performance at the Etam Fashion show, a P3 Guld Awards show performance, as well as a music partnership with Samsung. Nea has also seen widespread streaming support with several playlist covers and exclusive features:About NeaWith nearly a billion streams as an artist and several international awards behind her, artist & songwriter Nea (born Linnea Södahl) has established herself a key player in the new generation of artists defining Swedish pop music on a global scale. Growing up in a small village in the Swedish countryside and now residing in Stockholm, Nea first earned recognition as one of the country's most acclaimed songwriters, racking up nearly 2.5 billion streams driven by hits including Zara Larsson's "Lush Life," and "TG4M." Now pursuing her career as a solo artist, Nea is making waves not only in her native Sweden but also internationally, including a performance at Spain's largest music gala LOS40 Awards where she won the Dance of the Year award and a nomination for Breakthrough of the Year. She has also received nominations including 'International Breakthrough of the Year' at France's NRJ Awards and the 'EU Prize' at the Music Moves Europe Awards.We want to hear from you!Please email Hello@BringinitBackwards.com.www.BringinitBackwards.com#podcast #interview #bringinbackpod #Nea #Transparent #ALoverLikeMe #NewMusic #ZoomListen & Subscribe to BiB https://www.bringinitbackwards.com/follow/ Follow our podcast on Instagram and Twitter! https://www.facebook.com/groups/bringinbackpod

Season 8! Episode 2! The 45th episode overall! Illustrious guests? You bet! Kevin welcomes his new pal, writer Alyssa Savino, onto the program where the two talk about the importance of Sisqo, spending time in the out of doors, and their shared love of Carly Rae Jepsen, as well as the delightful collection of songs Alyssa wanted to bring onto the show and the variety of stories she has to share about each.  To learn more about Soft Earlobe, Alyssa's newsletter, please click here; and to learn more about Alyssa, follow her on Instagram or Twitter. For additional information about Anhedonic Headphones, please click here.    Episode Musical Credits Intro Music: "Brooklyn Zoo (instrumental)," written by Russell Jones, Dennis Coles, and Robert Diggs; originally performed by Ol' Dirty Bastard. Taken from the Get On Down reissue of Return to The 36 Chambers: The Dirty Version, 2011.  Outro Music: "What Does Your Soul Looks Like (Part 4)," performed by DJ Shadow. Endtroducing..., Mo Wax, 1996.   "Kiss From A Rose," written by Henry Samuel; performed by Seal. Seal II, Sire/Warner, 1994. "Dreams," written by Sammy Hagar, Eddie Van Halen, Alex Van Halen, and Michael Anthony; performed by Van Halen. 5150, Warner Brothers, 1986. "Thong Song," written by Mark Andrews, Tim Kelley, Bob Robinson,and Draco Rosa; performed by Sisqo. Unleash The Dragon, Def Soul, 1999. "I Don't Want to Miss A Thing," written by Diane Warren; performed by Aerosmith. Armageddon: The Soundtrack, Columbia, 1998. "Dynamite," written by   Dr. Luke, Max Martin, Benny Blanco, and Bonnie McKee; performed by Taio Cruz. Rokstarr, Island/Universal, 2009. "Run," written by Ed Roland; performed by Collective Soul. Dosage, Atlantic, 1999. "You Ruin Me," written by Anthony Egizii, David Musumeci, Lisa Origliasso, and Jessica Origliasso; performed by The Veronicas. The Veronicas, Sony, 2014. "I Can't Fall in Love Without You," written by   Christian Waltz,Hampus Lindvall, and Jerker Hansson; performed by Zara Larsson. So Good, Epic, 2017. "Smoke Alarm," written and performed by Carsie Blanton. Idiot Heart, self released, 2012. "Your Type," written by Rami Yacoub, Carl Falk, Wayne Hector, Tavish Crowe, and Carly Rae Jepsen; performed by Carly Rae Jepsen. Emotion, School Boy/Interscope, 2015.

Veckans avsnitt spelas in on the road, I Skellefteå med Carl Falk som gäst. Carl kommer senast från en 10:e plats på NT #3 i Luleå och en stark viktoria på NT #2 i Västerhaninge. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Det här är den första delen i berättelsen om den blyga Stockholmskillen som la soundtracket till en hel generation. En stjärna som brann klart, men som lämnade oss alldeles för tidigt. Mörkret har lagt sig och det är helt fullpackat framför den stora scenen. Det euforiska folkhavet badar i den blinkande ljusshowen samtidigt som de rör sig i takt till den dunkande musiken. Bakom DJ-båset står den senaste tidens allra största stjärnskott på househimlen och han tycks ha publiken helt i sin hand.Det är den 22 mars 2013 på Ultra i Miami. Spelningen har pågått i snart fyrtio minuter, men publiken tycks inte visa några tecken på trötthet när Avicii plötsligt stänger av musiken och ljusshowen pausas. Fansen förstår att deras favorit-DJ har något stort på gång. Men ingen kan gissa vad som kommer att hända härnäst, för nu gör han något som ingen någonsin gjort på Ultra.I strålkastarljusets sken ser folkmassan en kille i basker, som nervöst greppar mikrofonen och börjar sjunga a cappella. Publiken vet inte alls hur dom ska reagera och innan de hunnit smälta livesången visar det sig att sångaren har sällskap på scen av ett liveband. Publiken på en av världens största festivaler för elektronisk musik står nu och lyssnar på en kille som sjunger country, ackompanjerad av bland annat en banjospelare. Några börjar bua, andra står som förvirrade frågetecken och en tredje grupp tar upp sina telefoner och börjar dela med sig av det som händer på sociala medier. När konserten är över har nyheten spridits i hela housevärlden och de närmaste dagarna pratas det inte om annat. Man säger att Avicii tappat det och att han på egen hand just satt stopp för sin så lovande karriär.Men de kritiska rösterna kommer snart att få ta tillbaka allt de sagt.P3 Musikdokumentär om Avicii handlar om en av Sveriges största musikexporter någonsin. En berättelse om framgångens höga toppar, men också om dess allra mörkaste dalar.Medverkande: Klas Bergling, Carl Falk, Laidback Luke, Filip Åkesson, Linda Nordeman och Emil Syk. En dokumentär av Joanna Korbutiak. Producent: Hanna Frelin Exekutiv producent: Anna Johannessen Tekniker: Fredrik Nilsson Programmet är gjort våren 2022 och görs av Tredje Statsmakten Media.Måns Mosessons auktoriserade biografi Tim: Biografin om Avicii har varit en viktig källa till programmet.Ljudklipp i dokumentären kommer från dokumentärfilmen Avicii: True stories (2017), P3 Populär (2010, 2011), Aviciis egen youtubekanal, SVT Nyheter (2018), UMF TV (2013), MTV News (2013), Ambitious Media (2013), promotionvideo för Spotify (2015), youtubekanalerna Zeon och Rickard Holmberg.

Det här är den andra delen i berättelsen om den blyga Stockholmskillen som la soundtracket till en hel generation. En stjärna som brann klart, men som lämnade oss alldeles för tidigt. Stämningen är upptrissad på lyxjakten där Aviciis team samlas efter konserten på Ultrafestivalens stora scen, den 22 mars 2013. Att housepublikens favorit-dj bjöd upp ett bluegrassband och spelade countrylåtar togs inte emot väl av publiken. I Måns Mosessons bok Tim: biografin om Avicii beskrivs hur Tim Bergling desperat scrollar igenom sociala medier och blir mer och mer stressad för varje negativ kommentar han läser.På twitter skriver fans att någon borde slå Avicii i huvudet med den där banjon han hade med på scen. De undrar om han är så full att han inte fattar att han befinner sig på Ultra och inte en countryfestival. Och vissa går till och med så långt att de konstaterar att Avicii precis dödat sin egen karriär.Tim vrider och vänder på vad dom kan ha gjort fel och försöker förstå varför folk är så upprörda. I Tim: Biografin om Avicii framgår det att managern Arash Pournouri samtidigt är hur nöjd som helst, han känner att kvällen gått helt enligt plan. Arash är övertygad om att folk snart kommer att fatta storheten i Aviciis nya countryinfluerade låtar och fram tills dess är upprördheten utmärkt pr.P3 Musikdokumentär om Avicii handlar om en av Sveriges största musikexporter någonsin. En berättelse om framgångens höga toppar, men också om dess allra mörkaste dalar.Medverkande: Klas Bergling, Carl Falk, Laidback Luke, Filip Åkesson, Linda Nordeman och Emil Syk.En dokumentär av Joanna Korbutiak. Producent: Hanna Frelin Exekutiv producent: Anna Johannessen Tekniker: Fredrik Nilsson Programmet är gjort våren 2022 och görs av Tredje Statsmakten Media.Måns Mosessons auktoriserade biografi Tim: Biografin om Avicii har varit en viktig källa till programmet.Ljudklipp i dokumentären kommer från dokumentärfilmen Avicii: True stories (2017), P3 Populär (2010, 2011), Aviciis egen youtubekanal, SVT Nyheter (2018), UMF TV (2013), MTV News (2013), Ambitious Media (2013), promotionvideo för Spotify (2015), youtubekanalerna Zeon och Rickard Holmberg.

Falkin' Around LIVE - Bills beat Patriots & more! Dec. 28, 2021Carl Falk breaks down the Bills win over Bill Belichick and the Patriots in Foxborough, and the Bills reclaiming 1st place in the AFC EastComplete rundown on NFL Week 16 -  and is the parity of the NFL a good thing?Syracuse Men's basketball returns to actionListen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscribe to 'Falkin' Around'!

One Direction, Ariana Grande, Madonna, Nicki Minaj, Westlife, Demi Lovato, Jason Derulo, Ellie Goulding, Carley Ray Jepsen, Avicii och inte minst Joakim Hillson. Alla har det gemensamt att de fått låtar skrivna av Carl Falk Gramer. Har hur det är att jobba med idoler och levande legender som Madonna, hur av-ikoniserad blir hon och hur bra sjunger hon egentligen? Hör hur hans Billboard-etta Starships skapades och vilken väg den tog och hur den lät innan den släpptes av Nicki Minaj. Hör hur han förvandlade One Direction från småungar till världsstjärnor och om han kan bli blasé av alla priser och utmärkelser han fått. Inte minst pratar vi om Tim "Avicii" Bergling. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Falkin' Around LIVE - Bills set for Patriots Rematch & more! Dec. 21, 2021Carl Falk breaks down the Bills Offense and Defense after their 31 - 14 win over Carolina, and heading into Foxborough for their showdown with New England, and the AFC East on the line.Complete rundown on NFL Week 15 - including a look at the "boring" football being played in Chicago and elsewhere, to an alarming degree.Thoughts on Urban Meyer firing, Antonio Brown returning, and COVID changing schedules across the NFL, NHL, NBA and College Basketball.Plus, a look at Tiger and Charlie WoodsListen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscribe to 'Falkin' Around'!

Falkin' Around LIVE - Bills lose in OT to Bucs & more! Dec. 14, 2021Breaking down the Bills Overtime loss to Tom Brady and Tampa Bay - you can't blame Josh Allen, who did all he could - but can you blame the officiating?NFL Week 14 recap - lots of goings on around the NFL as several divisions are tight racesSyracuse Basketball loses two games this week - and their problems remain the sameBuffalo Sabres - they've fallen back to Earth after their hot start - what does Carl think of this squad?Listen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscribe to 'Falkin' Around'!

Falkin' Around LIVE - Bills lose to Patriots & more! Dec. 7, 202100:07 (joined in progress) Breaking down Bills and Patriots remaining games01:!5 Bills Philosophy on team building - a problem05:32 Bills D-Line can't stop the run10:08 Bills offense too 1-dimensional14:34 Sean McDermott out-coached19:34 Breakdown of Bills Spiral25:29 NFL Week 13 recap40:44 Antonio Brown Suspended41:20 Coaches on the hot-seat in NFL44:59 College Football Playoffs - they got it right46:51 Coaching Carousel in College - Brian Kelly a bad person50:56 Syracuse Hoops has a good weekListen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscribe to 'Falkin' Around'!

Falkin' Around LIVE - MLB Free Agent Frenzy, Bills have big Turkey day & more! Nov. 30, 202100:19 Show Preview01:02 MLB Free Agent Frenzy with special guest Sam Shrier - talking Mets signing Max Scherzer, and all the latest signings around the league21:46 Bills beat Saints on Thanksgiving Day - full breakdown28:52 Tre White out for season30:26 Bills vs Patriots preview35:25 NFL Week 12 recap48:48 College Football Coaches switch teams - Hypocrites!55:38 Syracuse Basketball struggles early, and oftenListen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscribe to 'Falkin' Around'!

Falkin' Around LIVE - What's wrong with the Bills?, NFL Week 11, Isaiah Stewart & more! Nov. 23, 21Bills vs Colts breakdown - What's wrong with the Buffalo Bills?NFL Week 11 - recap of games Two Huge Issues facing the NFL - under the radar - that YOU should know aboutCollege Football Playoff RankingsIsaiah Stewart vs Lebron James - Carl gives his thoughts on the ROC's favorite NBA SuperstarMLB - Mets hire a GM but lose two key pitchers - and why are the Yankees shying away from spending money?Syracuse basketball loses to Colgate, while St. Bonaventure takes claim as best team in NYSListen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscribe to 'Falkin' Around'!

Falkin' Around LIVE - Bills wreck Jets, NFL Week 10 & more! Nov. 16, 202100:20 Show Preview01:00 Bills beat Jets - full breakdown plus look ahead at upcoming schedule17:58 NFL Week 10- complete rundown on all the action40:24 College Football Playoff Rankings, and why Carl thinks Notre Dame will make the top 444:55 Syracuse goes to 2 - 0 in Men's College Basketball.  St. Bonaventure is ranked top 2548:15 Hot Stove Baseball - Eduardo Rodriguez signs with Tigers - Noah Syndergaard signs with Angels51:09 Sabres at .500 - but fans have not come back, and that's a problemListen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscribe to 'Falkin' Around'!

Falkin' Around LIVE - Bills embarrassed by Jags, NFL Week 9 & more! Nov. 9, 202100:25 Show Preview01:20 Bills lose to Jacksonville - breaking down the Buffalo failure vs the Jaguars19:15 Bills vs NY Jets preview21:25 Brandon Beane's mistakes come back to haunt Bills - O-Line, Running Game, Tight Ends24:33 NFL Week 9 break-down45:34 NFL Referee's grab spotlight - not good49:41 OBJ - who signs Odell, and will he play for them?50:18 the Aaron Rodgers situation52:51 NFL Parity - not as good as it sounds on paper53:58 College Football Playoff Rankings57:04 Sabres trade Jack Eichel to Las Vegas59:25 NCAA College Basketball returns tonight1:00:44 MLB and Rob Manfred pick the absolute worst time to unveil Gold Glove winnersListen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscribe to 'Falkin' Around'!

Falkin' Around LIVE - Bills Survive Dolphins, NFL Week 8, World Series & more! Nov. 2, 202100:19 Show Preview00:42 Breaking down Bills 26 - 11 victory over Miami10:53 How the Bills offense can get Josh Allen 'started' in games12:58 Sean McDermott and calling time outs - not his strong suit15:04 State of the Dolphins22:00 NFL Week 8 - Tampa Bay, New Orleans, Dallas, Arizona and more!43:30  Dallas has a great story with Randy Gregory45:32  Giants vs Chiefs - ugly football and what's wrong with Mahomes?47:45 NFL Trade Deadline - Von Miller heads to Rams51:17 World Series - who's the MVP?53:20 Sabres head on west coast swing - and is Eichel closer to being dealt?55:02 Syracuse Men's Basketball - looking ahead to Boeheim's 8-man rotationListen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscribe to 'Falkin' Around'!

Falkin' Around LIVE - Bills After the Bye, NFL Week 7, MLB, Sabres & more! Oct. 26, 202100:30 Show Preview00:42 Buffalo Bills at the bye - breaking down the team's performance so far12:16 What needs improving for the Bills?18:51 Dawson Knox injury, and how the Bills will cover the Tight End position21:32 NFL Trade Deadline - will Brandon Beane make a big move?23:36 NFL Week 7 breakdown40:02 What are the Houston Texans doing?46:52 Is Kyle Shanahan over-rated?49:48 World Series - preview and predictions for Houston vs Atlanta54:42 The Buffalo Sabres and their incredible start56:22 Syracuse Basketball begins season - what to expectListen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscribe to 'Falkin' Around'!

Falkin' Around LIVE- October 20, 2021 Bills lose tough game to Titans, NFL Week 6, MLB & more!Bills lose to Titans - Should they have gone for a game-tying Field Goal instead?NFL Week 6 RecapNational media problems, and it starts with FS1's Chris BroussardNBA Season starts - Golden State beats Lakers, Bucks beat NetsBen Simmons situation gets worse in PhillyMLB Playoffs - Dodgers struggle against BravesBuffalo Sabres start 3 - 0 - say what?Listen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscribe to 'Falkin' Around'!

Falkin' Around LIVE- October 13, 2021 Bills beat KC, NFL Week 5, MLB & more!00:30 Show Preview01:12 Bills vs Chiefs Breakdown18:10 Bills vs Titans Preview24:23 NFL Week 5 Recap42:00 Jon Gruden Fired47:02 How much better is the AFC than the NFC?50:29 College Football52:47 MLB Playoffs - Astros vs Red Sox, Braves advance, Giants and Dodgers to game 555:52 NHL OpensListen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscribe to 'Falkin' Around'!

Falkin' Around LIVE- October 6, 2021 Bills destroy Houston, NFL Week 4, MLB & more!00:40 Show Preview00:52 Bills vs Texans Breakdown10:25 Bills vs Chiefs Sunday Night Football Preview15:44 Urban Meyer Controversy19:24 NFL Week 4 Recap33:20 Stephon Gilmore traded - live on air - to Panthers35:11 Yankees vs Red Sox Wild Card Game40:27 MLB Playoffs42:00 NBA-  Kyrie Irving and the Nets44:19 Buffalo Sabres Attendance Woes46:50 Another Golf Match? Brooks vs Bryson48:26 Notre Dame FootballListen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscribe to 'Falkin' Around'!

Falkin' Around LIVE- September 29, 2021 Bills rollin', NFL Week 3 recap & more!Bills Recap vs WashingtonBills Preview vs HoustonNFL Week 3 BreakdownCollege Football NewsMLB Pennant Races with the Yankees taking charge of AL WIldcardRyder CupListen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscribe to 'Falkin' Around'!

Falkin' Around LIVE- September 14, 2021 Bills lose Opener, NFL news & more!00:29 Show Preview01:15 In-depth breakdown of Bills loss to Steelers21:02 Previewing Bills at Miami Dolphins25:00 NFL Week 1 thoughts - going around the league36:15 Tangent - Does Washington Football need DeShaun Watson?40:15 Chiefs vs Browns, plus thoughts on Saints, Bucs, Ravens & more!47:27 USC Football fires Clay Helton49:17 Subway Series honors 9-11 on Saturday, creates huge drama on Sunday for Mets & YankeesListen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscribe to 'Falkin' Around'!

Falkin' Around LIVE- September 7, 2021 Bills Season Preview, NFL Preview & more!00:37 Show Preview01:20 Buffalo Bills Season Preview13:03 Breaking down the Bills schedule, and predicting number of wins18:09 AFC Preview25:13 NFC Preview34:20 Coaches on the clock - which NFL Coach will be fired first?37:45 Carl names his Rookies of the Year38:48 Carl names his MVP's39:17 Predicting the Championship games, and the Super Bowl40:51 College Football is back, and great45:03 State of Syracuse Football - Cheap tickets is not a good thing47:38 Yankees falter with bullpen woes51:01 PGA Tour Championship is convoluted53:05 HS Football - Aquinas and Victor play an overtime thriller in Week 154:18 DeShaun Watson and the NFL56:04 A PSA for any and all Fantasy Football playersListen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscribe to 'Falkin' Around'!

Falkin' Around LIVE- August 31, 2021 Bills Preseason Review, NFL Trades & more!00:37 Show Preview01:04 Bills Preseason Recap09:41 Bills Log-jam at D-Line, weakness on O-Line15:11 Buffalo Wide Receivers rundown - who's #5 on the depth chart?17:06 QB competition - Josh is QB1, Mitch QB2 - where do Fromm & Webb go?19:20 NFL Cut Day - Patriots release Cam Newton24:26 Jags trade Gardner Mineshaw to Philly29:04 Ravens lose RB JK Dobbins for season29:48 Steelers have to decide on DeWayne Haskins - and ROC's Jamir Jones31:56 Rams trade for RB Sony MIchel32:57 NFL names to keep an eye on Cut day37:04 Yankees rolling - Power and Starting Pitching deliver41:34 Mets falling apart - and 'Thumbs Down" ain't helping48:02 MLB Notes: Red Sox, Tampa Bay49:40 Jack Eichel gets new agent, and what it means for Sabres/Pegulas51:56 PGA Golf - Patrick Cantely and Bryson DeChambeau battle at BMW Championship56:07 Syracuse Basketball burned by NCAA's new NIL ruleListen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscribe to 'Falkin' Around'!

Falkin' Around LIVE- August 17, 2021 Bills Preseason, Field of Dreams & more!00:19 Show Preview00:51 Bills Preseason opener vs Lions - a breakdown07:30 Grading the Backup QB's - Trubisky, Fromm & Webb12:25 Stefon Diggs injury - a concern or no big deal?15:49 NFL Top 100 - Bills who made the list so far19:28 Breaking down the 1st Round Draft pick QB's in their first preseason action26:32 NFL Notes: Colts, DeShaun Watson, Packers30:11 Hard Knocks returns on HBO-  Cowboys, Dak Prescott, Zeke Elliot and Jerry Jones33:57 Historic Field of Dreams Game - a hit for Manfred39:50 Yankees on Fire - Mets... eh, not so much43:26 Is Joey Votto a Hall of Famer?47:17 NHL Camps open soon - where will Jack Eicher be? Buffalo or elsewhere?Listen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscribe to 'Falkin' Around'!

Falkin' Around LIVE- August 9, 2021 Josh Allen Contract Extension & more!00:46 Show Preview of special Monday edition01:05 Josh Allen signs contract extension - and gets paid!08:57 Tremaine Edmunds - what to do with his extension?10:12 Ed Oliver  - should BIlls extend him beyond rookie contract?11:33 How the Bills can take the next step - to the Super Bowl21:15 Jets top draft pick Zach Wilson struggles, while former QB Sam Darnold shows promise in Carolina23:39 Giants fight at practice - does Joe Judge have right coaching approach for NFL?27:02 Cam Newton vs Mack Jones at Patriots Camp for QB128:32 NFL Notes - Hall of Fame Game Steelers beat Cowboys, Dolphins & Colts news32:00 NFL Hall of Fame inductions 38:40 MLB - Yankees and Mets heading in opposite directions since Trade Deadline47:42 Carl gives Pegula's credit - for ONE thing only with Buffalo Sabres50:51 Rockies fan hurls slur at Miami Marlins Lewis Brinson52:24 PGA - Bryson deChampeau a cheater53:49 Olympics over - who was the face of the USA for Tokyo 2021?56:09 Anthony Lamb shines in NBA Summer League game for Houston RocketsListen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscribe to 'Falkin' Around'!

Falkin' Around LIVE- August 3, 2021 Pegula's strike again, Bills Camp updates & more!00:20 Show Preview01:20 Pegula's are at it again - threaten moving Bills to Austin, TX if they don't get new stadium paid for - Carl breaks down the long con from Terry & Kim22:52 MLB Trade Deadline - major deals and big stars on the move25:38 Yankees add Gallo & Rizzo - where do they go from here?35:11 NFL Training Camp in Buffalo - what to watch for as the Bills start practicing in pads41:11 NFL Training Camp notes on Carson Wentz, DeShaun Watson and more45:12 NBA Free Agency Frenzy - money is flying around50:08 Olympics - Simon Biles gets bronze, USWNT fails to win Gold and why are the Japanese being forced to wear English-language uniforms?57:19 Syracuse Women's  Basketball Coach Quentin Hillsman resignsListen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscribe to 'Falkin' Around'!

Falkin' Around LIVE- July 27, 2021 Bills Training Camp updates, MLB Trade Deadline & more!00:29 Show Preview01:43 Training Camps open - The Buffalo Bills have a potential Culture War in their locker room11:31 NFL dealing with COVID13:55 Aaron Rodgers Drama - QB reports to Green Bay, ready for 'Last Dance'18:55 Puzzling DeShaun Watson situation22:13 Unsigned NFL Rookies, including Jets top pick QB Zach Wilson25:53 Zach Ertz in Camp  - will he be an Eagle by seasons' start?29:11 MLB - Yankees and Red Sox series plus trade rumors for both teams35:29 Mets add Rich Hill - more to come for new owner Steve Cohen?38:06 Trade Deadline rumors and deals42:42 Money drives College Football - see SEC adding Texas & Oklahoma47:25 Olympics - Simone Biles out for medical reason - lackluster games overall50:24 Buffalo Sabres - Draft picks and trades, will it matter with current direction from Pegulas?Listen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscribe to 'Falkin' Around'!

Falkin' Around LIVE- July 20, 2021 Blue Jays Going Home, Trade Time in MLB, NFL Camps open & more!00:33 Show Preview01:10  Buffalo says goodbye to Blue Jays07:30  Could Buffalo host a MLB franchise in the future?14:05  MLB Trade Deadline - Cubs big sellers - Who is going where?30:13  NBA Finals - Bucks and Giannis are rolling36:04  NFL Camps open early - is the camp season too long now?39:59  Will the Bills make a deal for Zach Ertz?41:32  NFL QB News on DeShaun Watson, Aaron Rodgers and more44:42  Open Championship - Colin Morikawa stands tall, while Brooks & Bryson trash talk51:22  Olympics Open - among COVID concerns, is this the least-hyped Olympiad ever?Listen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscribe to 'Falkin' Around'!

Falkin' Around LIVE- July 13, 2021 MLB All Star Game, is Josh Allen a Top 5 QB? NBA Finals & more!00:30  Show Preview01:14  MLB All-Star Week, HR Derby06:09  Carl's connection to Trey Mancini, and his amazing journey10:04  ESPN's coverage of the HR Derby14:44  The Rockies - how did they get to host the All-Star Game?  And when are they trading Trevor Story?18:17  Stephen A. Smith and his ignorant take on Shoehei Ohtani26:46  NFL Top QB's List, and is Josh Allen a deserving #5?40:20  NFL Finals, and the strong return of the Greek Freak44:21  The UFC milks another audience with a over-hyped Connor McGregor fight48:35  Team USA Basketball loses exhibition games to Nigeria & Australia51:10  Sha'Carri Richardson paid the price for smoking weed - does same rule apply to USA Basketball?Listen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscribe to 'Falkin' Around'!

Falkin' Around LIVE- July 6, 202100:43  Show Preview01:40  Sports Coverage - What counts as a sport?  Hot Dog Eating? Frisbee Golf?  06:08  Marv Albert retires, and with the old generation of sports broadcasters retiring, who will be here to replace them?12:37  NCAA and NLI - Name, Image and Likeness - allowing for student athletes to make money, but what could go wrong?23:04  NBA Finals Preview - Bucks vs Suns.  Will Giannis play?  Can the Suns win in 4?31:50  MLB - New York Yankees struggling again.  Are they buyers or sellers at the trade deadline?44:29  All-Star Game - Carl is ready for the 2nd half,  but everyone wants to see Shohei Ohtani on the big stage48:38  Trevor Bauer being investigated for possible abuse - what should MLB do?54:12  Is Tampa Bay the new City of Champions?Listen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscribe to 'Falkin' Around'!

Falkin' Around LIVE- June 29, 2021 Josh Allen Most Physically Gifted QB, MLB Sticky & Pippen news 01:11 Show Preview01:35 Sticky Stuff Crackdown in MLB10:31 Yankees struggle, and the roster leaves little room to manuever16:18 Shohei Ohtani is a once-in-a-lifetime player18:58 Kyle Schwarber having a Bonds-like season20:42 Jacob DeGrom has worst start of season - and it's still better than 95% of MLB23:15 Is Josh Allen the most physically gifted QB ever?  And Carl ranks the Top 10 NFL QB's currently36:35 NBA Playoffs - Suns need Chris Paul to return to his old self40:44 Hawks blew their chance vs the Bucks42:15 Scottie Pippen interview with Dan Patrick - lots of crazy talk45:55 NHL Stanley Cup Finals, and why Carl is rooting for Tampa Bay46:38 Olympic trials - and the need for patriotism on the global stageListen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscribe to 'Falkin' Around'!

Falkin' Around LIVE- June 22, 2021 Bills New Stadium, Cole Beasley, Yanks get hot and more!(We apologize for some audio issues - they are fixed 2:35 into the program)00:33 Show Preview01:05 Bills new Stadium - the in's and out's17:07 Bills to sell Personal Seat Licenses? 22:58 Cole Beasley makes a personal choice and gets grilled for it25:32 Bills Isaiah Hodgins a player to watch this upcoming camp26:45 NFL players getting into trouble30:03 Carl Nassib comes out33:36 Yankees bounce back36:04 Mets deal with injuries while DeGrom is on historic pace41:17 NCAA athletes win some rights in Supreme Court decision46:07 PGA Golf - US Open has fantastic finish49:20 NBA has two exciting Game 7's - plus Draft Lottery is here54:39 NHL Playoffs, plus let's face it-  the Sabres are trading Jack Eichel sooner rather than laterListen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscribe to 'Falkin' Around'!

Falkin' Around LIVE- June 15, 2021 Bills OTA, Yankees Struggle, DeGrom Soars & more!00:41 Show Preview01:27 Bills OTA, and the return of Star Lotulelei08:00 Bills Training Camp in Buffalo, and the lack of Future for Rochester Camp14:40 Bills need Zach Ertz17:39 NFL News - Julio Jones traded to Titans - and the teams that missed out25:47 MLB News - Yankees Suck?37:12 Jacob DeGrom: DeWonderful41:52 The Young Stars of MLB:  Guerrero Jr., Ohtani, Acuna, Tatis Jr. & more44:57 NHL - Stanley Cup Semifinals - Vegas Rocks!46:11 NBA Playoffs - Nets vs Bucks most interesting series, plus Trae Young emerges50:49 PGA Golf - US Open and Brooks vs BrycenListen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscribe to 'Falkin' Around'!

Falkin' Around LIVE- May 18, 2021 Juwan James Situation, MLB Injuries & more!00:26 Show Preview01:01 Juwan James and the Denver Broncos06:45 Adding a 17th game to the NFL and it's impact11:10 NFL & Bills Schedule discussion17:37 Bills back at St. John Fisher College for Training Camp?20:09 Green Bay and Aaron Rodgers, and the state of Young QB's vs Vets in the NFL27:56 MLB Injuries out of control32:18 Sho Ohtani's amazing season so far33:55 Red Sox Reborn - and Yankees Rivalry looms large36:59 NBA gets it's wish - the Play-in Tournament looks to be great TV42:27 Nothing beats playoff hockey as the Stanley Cup is under way45:36 Full Stadiums in baseball - even the one's with astroturf50:51 PGA Golf and it's 2023 return to Oak Hill in RochesterListen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscribe to 'Falkin' Around'!

Falkin' Around LIVE- May 11, 2021 Eichel Unhappy in Buffalo, NFL Schedule release & more00:31 Show Preview01:15 Sabres a Mess - again04:32 Jack Eichel's comments - Unhappy Jack wants out of Buffalo12:37 Sabres draft picks since 2013 - not producing - Sabres need a new direction from top on down24:50 NFL Notes - Josh Allen Trash Talker? Brandon Beane on COVID-19 vaccines,28:10 NFL Schedule Release - anticipating some big Bills games in Prime Time34:57 Tim Tebow, Jacksonville Tight End?37:33 Mets spot a Rat (or Racoon) - Media freaks out42:10 Jacob DeGrom injured44:55 Yankees on a roll - but does Aaron Judge deserve a long-term big-money deal?48:27 Albert Pujols released by Angels49:25 Kentucky Derby winner Medina Spirit on drugs52:00 NBA play-in tournament could be a huge mistake for NBAListen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscribe to 'Falkin' Around'!

Falkin' Around LIVE- May 4, 2021 Bills Draft Review00:37 Show Preview01:11 Bills Draft review18:59 Overall Draft thoughts38:23 Yankees, as Carl predicted, are at .500 - are they heading to 1st place?43:51 Shohei Ohtani's incredible season so far45:26 Rizzo & Freeman have fun49:12 Sabres 7th string Goalie gets 1st NHL win51:20 Ryan Miller's retirement tour55:57 Cuse loses another starter - 6th defection from last season's teamListen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscribe to 'Falkin' Around'!

Falkin' Around LIVE- April 27, 2021 NFL Draft Special00:30 Show Preview01:12 NFL Draft Preview - predicting the first round24:06 Bills Draft - Should they trade up from #30?  Trade down?31:16 The Tre Edmunds decision - Should the Bills pick up his 5th year option?36:57 NBA - The Knicks are for real, and the Suns may be the most dangerous team to play in the    post-season43:22 MLB - A week of ups & downs - Replay a huge issue, but Dodgers vs Padres a tremendous show53:43 Madison Bumgarner - did he pitch a 'No-Hitter" or a game where he didn't allow any hits?Listen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscribe to 'Falkin' Around'!

Falkin' Around LIVE- April 20, 2021 NFL Draft  Preview & more!01:26  Show Preview02:16  NFL Draft Preview29:31  When Should Bills extend Josh Allen?40:19  Do the Yankees Stink?48:08  Are the Sabres good now?51:21  Syracuse Orange welcome another Boeheim to the team52:46  Putting Steph Curry into historical contextListen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscribe to 'Falkin' Around'!

Falkin' Around LIVE- April 13, 2021 MLB Replay, NFL Draft & more!00:37 Show Preview01:40 MLB replay and the Braves-Phillies play at the plate, and why we DON'T NEED replay19:40 MLB around the league thoughts24:40 NFL Draft preview - and what the Bills should do with their 1st Round Pick35:52 Focusing on Sam Darnold, and his lack of improvement38:22 Sabres trade Taylor Hall, and why it reflects badly on GM Kevyn Adams43:35 Syracuse Basketball roster shuffle, with Alan Griffin heading to... the NBA?49:49 The Masters, and why it may have been underwhelming this yearListen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscribe to 'Falkin' Around'!

Falkin' Around LIVE- April 6, 2021 Final Four Madness, MLB Starts & more!00:42 Show Preview01:06 Remembering Matt Trabold05:45 Gonzaga Beats UCLA in dramatic fashion09:38 National Championship: Baylor dominates in Snooze Fest23:52 NFL News - Jets trade Sam Darnold to Panthers36:34 Sabres news - maybe the team isn't as bad as you think43:25 MLB News - Yanks slow start is okay - who's hot and who's not in games opening weekListen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscribe to 'Falkin' Around'!

Syracuse Makes Sweet 16 thanks to "Buddy Buckets", March Madness breakdown, Bills News and notes, DeShaun Watson problems, MLB has no 'buzz' - and more!Join Carl Falk for 'Falkin' Around' -  Live broadcast from Tuesday morning, March 23, 202100:25 - Show Preview01:29 - Syracuse makes Sweet 1622:56 - March Madness Breakdown32:38 - Buffalo Bills News & Notes - Mitch Trubisky38:43 - NFL TV deal brings in huge money41:58 - DeShaun Watson problems getting worse  46:13 - MLB has no 'buzz' heading into start of seasonListen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscribe to 'Falkin' Around'!

Super Bowl Breakdown, State of Syracuse Basketball Address, Bauer to LA, Sabres on pause & more!Join Carl Falk for 'Falkin' Around' - talking about the Buffalo Bills offseason, and what Carl thinks GM Brandon Beane needs to do to get the Bills back to the AFC Championship game00:47 - Super Bowl Breakdown10:29 - Tom Brady, Fournette and the Bucs offense14:53 - NFL Officiating gets in the way of good game-play20:03 - State of Syracuse Basketball - What to do with Buddy & JG3, why CUSE can't rebound and - time for Coach Boeheim to ride off into the sunset?36:15 - MLB - Trevor Bauer to LA, and Rob Manfred doesn't know what he's doing 41:38 - Buffalo Sabres and COVID pause - how the NHL messed this up44:28 - High School Sports return - can we keep everyone safe?Listen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscribe to 'Falkin' Around'!

Bills run away from Ravens, advance to AFC Championship, NFL Playoff recaps, Chiefs preview, Mets fire Porter, CUSE Hoops breakdown & more!Join Carl Falk for 'Falkin' Around' - talking about the Buffalo Bills as they advance to the AFC Championship00:19 - Show preview01:17 - Bills beat Ravens- Taron Johnson with biggest play in Bills' History?12:25 - Brian Daboll play calling - and the crowd noise of 6,700 strong14:30 - NFL Playoff recaps - KC beats Cleveland - Browns blow opportunity19:35 - Tampa Bay upsets New Orleans - Drew Brees last Ride?21:43 - Green Bay takes care of Rams22:38 - Coaching Carousel - Jets nab Saleh25:59 - Bucs vs Packers preview28:11 - Bills vs Chiefs preview and prediction35:50 - Syracuse Basketball breakdown - does Boeheim need to change approach?42:34 - Yankees sign Corey Kluber, DJ LeMahieu44:36 - Jared Porter fired by Mets after 2016 dick pics/harassment surfaces47:09 - Buffalo Sabres get 1st winListen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscribe to 'Falkin' Around'!

Bills Survive Colts and Advance, Full Breakdown plus Preview of Raven's game, Mets add Lindor, CUSE has up & down week & more!Join Carl Falk for 'Falkin' Around' -  talking about the Buffalo Bills and the NFL Super Wildcard Weekend02:00 - Bills beat Colts, Survive & Advance09:32 - Fumble or Not? Talking Instant Replay on Colts' Pascal catch/fumble19:55 - Importance of Special Teams21:45 -Recapping the rest of the NFL playoff games28:20 - Preview: Bills vs Ravens - can Buffalo stop Lamar Jackson?35:26 - NFL Playoff Preview - Chiefs and Packers enter the mix38:58 - National Championship - Alabama destroys Ohio State43:26 - NY Mets trade for Francisco Lindor and Carlos Carrasco46:15 - Syracuse Basketball has up and down week, and Marek heads to the dentist49:20 - A Dubious Anniversary for CarlListen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscribe to 'Falkin' Around'!

Bills 13 - 3, Wildcard Weekend Preview, Josh Allen Face of the Franchise, Giants & Eagles debate, plus Sabres Outlook...Join Carl Falk for 'Falkin' Around' - talking about the Buffalo Bills and the end of the NFL regular season.00:35 - NFL finishes season amid COVID02:46 - Bills beat Dolphins, finish 13 - 3, Josh Allen's incredible season, Stefon Diggs big year10:21 - Nice games for Isaiah McKenzie and Antonio Williams - Dolphins Tua struggles12:05 - Miami 3rd Pick in draft - what direction will they take?15:12 - Preview: Bills vs Indianapolis - Win or Go Home - Can McKenzie replace Beasely?24:04 - NFL Week 17 notes - Eagles and Giants debate merits of winning vs tanking35:54 - Cleveland makes playoffs, Titans vs Texans game - Derrick Henry runs for 2K, DeShaun Watson has big year39:07 - NFL Coaching changes - 3 more let go - where will Brian Daboll42:28 - Should Jets pick Justin Fields 2nd?43:48 - Super Wild Card Weekend Preview - is Tom Brady a match for Chase Young?47:31 - Buffalo Sabres Outlook - some nice additions on offense this year, but defense looks the sameListen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscribe to 'Falkin' Around'!

Bills batter Patriots, NFL playoff picture, JJ Watt speaks his mind, MLB Hot Stove and Saying Goodbye to 2020...Join Carl Falk for 'Falkin' Around' - talking about the Buffalo Bills and the NFL in Week 1600:13 - Thoughts on 202001:58 - Bills beat Patriots, Josh Allen plays great, Stefon Diggs was one of the best moves in Buffalo history, extending Matt Milano, game plan for Week 17 vs Dolphins16:20 - AFC Playoff picture18:45 - NFL Week 16 notes - Saints & Alvin Kamara, JJ Watt speaks out, Tom Brady, Browns, Jets, Steelers, Colts34:00 - Dwayne Haskins & Washington35:25 - NFC East Playoff Picture, NFL officials, Seattle beats Rams, Goff injured, NFC playoff picture42:42 - Jaguars #1 pick - are they 2 to 3 years away from competing? NFL Coaches update - who's getting fired?47:12 - Hot Stove MLB - Yankees might lose DJ LeMahieu, Padres are loading up with Blake Snell and Yu Darvish50:31 - College Football Playoffs preview52:55 - Saying goodbye to the year 2020... finallyListen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscribe to 'Falkin' Around'!

In this episode we go deep into the life, lessons and learnings of a legendary musician, singer, producer, and songwriter Sharon Vaughn. Sharon has written hits for legends like Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, Reba McEntire, The Oak Ridge Boys, George Jones, Kenny Rogers, Randy Travis, Patty Loveless, Agnes, and Kate Ryan. In 2019 Sharon was inducted into the Nashville Songwriter’s Hall of Fame. If you’re a creative person, if you love music and if you find inspiration in stories of amazing triumph, you’ll love this episode. Pay special attention to Sharon’s thoughts on the grand dame of country music, Dolly Parton. Bio: Vaughn moved to Nashville in her early 20s. In 1974, she charted two singles as a performer for Cinnamon Records: a duet with Narvel Felts titled "Until the End of Time", and "Never a Night Goes By". A year later, she signed with Dot Records and released a third single, "You and Me, Me and You". She was also the lead singer in the Lea Jane Singers, and worked with the Jordanaires, the Nashville Edition and The Holladay Sisters. Vaughn’s first big songwriting success was "My Heroes Have Always Been Cowboys",[5] which was first recorded by Waylon Jennings in 1976 and further popularized in 1980 by Willie Nelson for the soundtrack of the movie The Electric Horseman.[6] Her next songwriting hit was "Y'all Come Back Saloon" by The Oak Ridge Boys in 1977. Since then she has worked with country artists such as Dolly Parton, Waylon Jennings, George Jones, Tammy Wynette, Tanya Tucker and Kenny Rogers. Vaughn has been nominated for the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame three times, and was inducted in 2019. Vaughn has during the last couple of years had over 100 cuts with European artists and four number ones in Japan. She has worked with several Swedish Idol artists including the winner Jay Smith (2010) and a number one hit for Ola. She has also worked with many Scandinavian songwriters and artists including Agnes, Mutt Lange, Tony Nilsson, Vendela, Anders Hanson and Emilia. In 2009, her co-written song Release Me by Swedish pop artist Agnes reached #1 on the U.S Billboard Dance Club Songs Chart.[8] In 2013, Vaughn received a JASRAC Award as #1 of the Top 10 Foreign Works for her 2011 co-written song "Rising Sun" by the Japanese pop band EXILE. During 2014, Vaughn competed as the songwriter of three songs in Melodifestivalen. Vaughn has also co-written songs with Ian Dench[11] and Carl Falk. In 2018, Vaughn was registered as having emigrated from Sweden. Links: Nashville Songwriters Foundation Hall of Fame Waylon Jennings My Heroes Have Always Been Cowboys – Waylon Jennings My Heroes Have Always Been Cowboys – Willie Nelson Wikipedia - My Heroes Have Always Been Cowboys   

In this episode we go deep into the life, lessons and learnings of a legendary musician, singer, producer, and songwriter Sharon Vaughn. Sharon has written hits for legends like Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, Reba McEntire, The Oak Ridge Boys, George Jones, Kenny Rogers, Randy Travis, Patty Loveless, Agnes, and Kate Ryan. In 2019 Sharon was inducted into the Nashville Songwriter’s Hall of Fame. If you’re a creative person, if you love music and if you find inspiration in stories of amazing triumph, you’ll love this episode. Pay special attention to Sharon’s thoughts on the grand dame of country music, Dolly Parton. Bio: Vaughn moved to Nashville in her early 20s. In 1974, she charted two singles as a performer for Cinnamon Records: a duet with Narvel Felts titled "Until the End of Time", and "Never a Night Goes By". A year later, she signed with Dot Records and released a third single, "You and Me, Me and You". She was also the lead singer in the Lea Jane Singers, and worked with the Jordanaires, the Nashville Edition and The Holladay Sisters. Vaughn’s first big songwriting success was "My Heroes Have Always Been Cowboys",[5] which was first recorded by Waylon Jennings in 1976 and further popularized in 1980 by Willie Nelson for the soundtrack of the movie The Electric Horseman.[6] Her next songwriting hit was "Y'all Come Back Saloon" by The Oak Ridge Boys in 1977. Since then she has worked with country artists such as Dolly Parton, Waylon Jennings, George Jones, Tammy Wynette, Tanya Tucker and Kenny Rogers. Vaughn has been nominated for the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame three times, and was inducted in 2019. Vaughn has during the last couple of years had over 100 cuts with European artists and four number ones in Japan. She has worked with several Swedish Idol artists including the winner Jay Smith (2010) and a number one hit for Ola. She has also worked with many Scandinavian songwriters and artists including Agnes, Mutt Lange, Tony Nilsson, Vendela, Anders Hanson and Emilia. In 2009, her co-written song Release Me by Swedish pop artist Agnes reached #1 on the U.S Billboard Dance Club Songs Chart.[8] In 2013, Vaughn received a JASRAC Award as #1 of the Top 10 Foreign Works for her 2011 co-written song "Rising Sun" by the Japanese pop band EXILE. During 2014, Vaughn competed as the songwriter of three songs in Melodifestivalen. Vaughn has also co-written songs with Ian Dench[11] and Carl Falk. In 2018, Vaughn was registered as having emigrated from Sweden. Links: Nashville Songwriters Foundation Hall of Fame Waylon Jennings My Heroes Have Always Been Cowboys – Waylon Jennings My Heroes Have Always Been Cowboys – Willie Nelson Wikipedia - My Heroes Have Always Been Cowboys   

Bills at Mid-Season, AFC East QBs, NFL Notes, Hot Stove Baseball plus NBA's next moveJoin Carl Falk for 'Falkin' Around' - Carl opens with the Buffalo Bills (01:57 - 04:09) at mid-Season and 6 - 2 atop the AFC East...The New England game, looking at the positives (04:10 - 10:38) like Zack Moss and Josh Allen. Also, the negatives (10:39 - 16:59) - namely the Defense - is Ed Oliver any good? Tremaine Edmunds, has he peaked? When will Milano be healthy?How the AFC East looks (17:00 - 21:08)... Talking the Bills running game (21:09 - 25:51) with Moss and Singletary - plus the Sean McDermott post-game comments.NFL News - Week 8 Notes - Looking at the QB's in the AFC East (25:52 - 28:45), and Tua sure looks better than Cam right now.Plus, talking (28:46 - 34:01) the Steelers, Lamar Jackson, the Bengals, and Delvin Cook.Lots of notes (34:02 - 40:28) and thoughts on the Colts, Chargers, Anthony Lynn, Russell Wilson, DK Metcalf, the Bears and Dak Prescott.Instant Replay (40:29 - 44:15) - who needs it? Not Rutgers, after they have their amazing touchdown taken back.Jim Harbaugh (44:16 - 47:34) on the hot seat - he costs so much compared to the wins he has brought to Big Blue... plus, the Pac-10 returns and Clemson battles Notre Dame (47:35 - 48:38)Baseball enters it's Hot Stove season (48:39 - 52:31) and the Mets officially have a new owner - is this the start of a new competition between the Yankees and Mets? Plus, does baseball spending go way down this off-season, after the pandemic?And, the NBA (52:32 - 57:15) is trying to figure out when it's next season should start - a decision that could have huge ramifications on the season.Listen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscibe to 'Falkin' Around'!

I det tredje avsnittet av ”Talk To Me” möter Sarah Dawn Finer en av Sveriges största, men inte så offentliga internationella musiker, låtskrivare och producenter - Carl Falk. Carl pratar med SDF om resan från barnhemmet i Sri Lanka till Enebyberg, och från Södra Latins musikstudio till att jobba med några av Världens största artister. Carl berättar också ärligt om hur han som vän och kollega försökt förvalta Tim ”Avicii” Berglings musikaliska arv. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Bills drop 2 in a row - Where's the problem(s)? NFL News & Notes, Trevor Lawrence and World Series Preview"The Tenor of this 'cast is going to be a little bit negative" - Carl Falk Oct. 20, 2020Join Carl Falk for 'Falkin' Around' - Carl opens with the Buffalo Bills (01:35 - 04:02) and their very bad 7 days... Losses to the Titans and the Chiefs, with both games on National TV...Breaking down the losses (04:03 - 12:37), and identifying the problem that is the Bills defensive line. But lest you forget the lack of discipline (12:38 - 13:24) or the struggles of Sean McDermott (13:25 - 15:13) with game management.Josh Allen (15:14 - 17:21) has regressed a little, but is still having a very good season. But the running game (17:22 - 20:36) is in shambles. Next the Bills get a reprieve with the Jets (20:37 - 25:52) before their schedule gets very tough, very fast.NFL News - How bad are them Cowboys? (25:53 - 31:47) Historically bad on defense, according to Carl - The Bucs have been a surprise (31:48 - 36:22) because of the defense, not Tom Brady. Plus, talkng Chicago Bears, the Steelers dominate the Browns and Sam Darnold's future. (36:23 - 40:50)The Titans and the 49ers are two surprising teams (40:51 - 42:44) that could be dangerous in the playoffs. Ryan Fitzpatrick may be benched in favor of Tua, but his leadership is undeniable (42:45 - 45:49)You can save on your first order with InstaCart - Free Delivery on your order of $35 or more! Click this link to get started- https://instacart.oloiyb.net/qJN9LTrevor Lawrence may be the best College QB (45:50 - 51:04) Carl has ever seen - but does he necessarily want to be a NY Jet next year? Alabama Football, meanwhile, just continues to roll on and produce NFL players (51:05 - 53:39)And, the World Series begins tonight (53:40 - 1:00:00) and Carl thinks it's going to be a great series between Tampa Bay and Los Angeles - and which Clayton Kershaw shows up for game 1?Listen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscibe to 'Falkin' Around'!

Bills 2 - 0, Josh Allen MVP? NFL Notes, NBA Playoffs & more!Join Carl Falk for 'Falkin' Around', as Carl begins this week talking about the Buffalo Bills and their 2 - 0 start to the season (02:00 - 08:08). Is Josh Allen (08:09 - 14:31) a serious contender for MVP?Stefon Diggs (14:32 - 17:00) has been a huge addition for the Bills so far, and Allen is making a connection with his star receiver. The Bills schedule (17:01 - 18:56) gets a bit tougher over the next few weeks, starting with the LA Rams coming to town.There are a few minuses for the Bills (18:57 - 22:11) after two games, including Sean McDermott's terrible time-management. NFL Notes: The Dallas Cowboys pulled off a miracle win against the Falcons (22:12 - 24:04) due to one of the craziest onside kick plays ever. The NFL after 2 weeks has a few suprises (24:05 - 25:42) while you have to question how much Drew Brees(25:43 - 26:35) has left in the tank. Cam Newton (26:36 - 29:09) is clicking with the Patriots, while the Browns, Colts and Bucs are in the process of putting everything together. Injuries continue to play a huge role in the season (29:10 - 31:26), including the NY Giants losing Saquan Barkley for the season.You can save on your first order with InstaCart - Free Delivery on your order of $35 or more! Click this link to get started- https://instacart.oloiyb.net/qJN9LThe NBA playoffs have been great so far, and the Lakers have an incredible player in Anthony Davis (32:16 - 35:12). The Heat and Celtics (35:13 - 37:05) are having a great series as well, especially for the shooters in Miami.The NHL Stanley Cup Finals (37:06 - 37:50) are tied at 1 game each.And finally, Carl talks about a guy he doesn't like very much (37:51 - 42:29) Bryson DeChambeau - and why he is probably a future PGA Hall of Famer.Listen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscibe to 'Falkin' Around'!

Bills Camp - Pads On! It's for Josh Allen to Step Up - NFL Notes, Clint Frazier needs to stay in NY and more!Join Carl Falk for 'Falkin' Around', as Carl begins this week looking at Day 1 of Bills Camp, with media present, and pads on (01:15 - 04:30). It's time now for Josh Allen to step up (04:31 - 15:59) or Buffalo will need to move on from his next season. The role Josh Norman will play on defense (16:00 - 19:10) - and the NFL has ranked it's top 'Triplets' (QB, RB and Receiver) - and the Bills rank 23rd in the league (19:11 - 24:57) - surprised?More NFL notes on injuries and Deandre Hopkins (24:58 - 28:34), plus can Joe Judge get the Giants to 'buy in'? (28:35 - 32:08)WTF... as Carl likes to call the Washington Football Team (32:09 - 39:31) have named Jason Wright Team President - the youngest in the league, and also the first Black man to be a Team President.The Ravens might have a steal (38:32 - 39:30) with Dez Bryant.You can save on your first order with InstaCart - Free Delivery on your order of $35 or more! Click this link to get started- https://instacart.oloiyb.net/qJN9LThe Yankees are once again dealing with injuries to Giancarlo Stanton and Aaron Judge (41:01 - 46:01)- and Carl thinks it's time to make room in the outfield for Clint Frazier.MLB notes - a whole lot of losing (46:02 - 49:11) going on in Boston, Pittsburgh, San Francisco and Seattle... and even the team with the best player in the game, can't win enough to make the expanded postseason. The Mets mess (49:12 - 52:40) reaches another level with the ongoing sale of the team, as only the Wilpons could do it.The Indians have punished two players, Mike Clevinger and Zach Plesac (52:41 - 55:28) for breaking COVID protocol... and pitcher Adam Plutko speaks out against him teammates. College Football looks at playing without some of it's top teams (55:29 - 58:49) - is it feasible to have a season?Carl looks at the NBA Bubble (58:50 - 1:05:15), including the historic game for Donovan Mitchell - and the media getting it wrong with Kristap Porzingis.And finally, Carl talks NHL (1:05:16 - 1:06:33) - and his rooting interest this postseason may surprise you!Listen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscibe to 'Falkin' Around'!

MLB: The Clown Show - Marlins hit by COVID19, Manfred's leadership - and is Josh Allen a Top 100 NFL player? Plus more!Join Carl Falk for 'Falkin' Around', as Carl gives his thoughts on the Washington Football Team (00:45 - 01:20) before diving into the baseball discussion (01:30 - 04:06), with thoughts on the opening weekend of MLB.Baseball has it's first Coronavirus outbreak in Florida (04:06 - 15:43), where the Miami Marlins have over 15 players and staff with positive results - and what does that mean for the teams they play against? Do the games continue if it's the Yankees with an outbreak? Is the season in jeopardy?Rob Manfred is the commissioner, and the voice of MLB: The Clown Show (15:44 - 17:56) - his lack of leadership and putting the owners' greed first has led baseball to this place. That includes the rash of pitching injuries (17:57 - 21:59) due to the lack of a proper training camp. The Toronto Blue Jays have finally decided on Buffalo (22:00 - 27:49) for their home field - what it means for Buffalo, and why the Pegula's wanted it...More baseball - why the Yankees should build around Gleyber Torres (27:50 - 29:42), the fallacy of the new Extra Inning Rule (29:43 - 32:14) and what's going on with Sho Ohtani (32:15 - 33:35)The NFL Top 100 players list is out (33:36 - 46:49) - and three Bills made the list, including Josh Allen. Colin Cowherd has a strong opinion on why Allen doesn't belong - and Carl has an answer for that.Bills Camp is underway (46:50 - 57:55) and around the NFL players are opting out of the season, especially in light of the MLB news... is this the chance for the Bills to win the AFC East?Speaking of the AFC East, the Jets have traded Jamal Adams to Seattle (57:56 - 01:00:23) and the Jets are looking to rebuild... again?Carl looks at the NBA Bubble (01:00:24 - 01:04:52) and the Adventuries of Lou Williams in Magic City - plus, how about Bol Bol?The NHL Bubble is a success so far (01:04:53 - 01:08:14) - but not for John Chayka, as the Coyotes make an example out of him.Finally, Mike Tyson is Back! (01:08:15 - 01:09:08) and Carl is all for it...Listen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscibe to 'Falkin' Around'!

Baseball Returns! Blue Jays in Buffalo? NFL's Money Woes, plus where does ESPN rank the Bills Future Power?Join Carl Falk for 'Falkin' Around', as Carl talks MLB's return (01:22 - 15:02) - and some of the terrible decisions from Rob Manfred, and the teams itself. Crowd noise pumped in? Cardboard cutouts in the stands? The schedule(15:03 - 17:00) - is Manfred a moron? The Toronto Blue Jays can't play in Canada, and one of the potential homes for them is Buffalo (17:01 - 27:22) - Can the Bisons' home field support a MLB team, and its needs?The NFL Owners and Players Association (27:23 - 37:01) have a lot to figure out before the season starts... Will there be a pre-season schedule? With no fans in attendance, and revenue shredded - how do player salaries change? Lots of big questions that have to be answered.ESPN has unveiled their Future Power rankings (37:02 - 47:16) - where do the Bills rank? And what is the biggest reason they aren't ranked as high as they should be?College Football will look very different this year (47:17 - 56:15), with several conferences pushing their seasons to spring, or cancelling - and what kind of schedule will the major conferences play? And what about Syracuse?Carl looks at the Lakers (56:16 - 01:03:28) and the NBA bubble - depth will be huge for every team, but how does playing all your games on the same court effect your bench?Finally, a look at Charles Barkley's (01:03:29 - 01:05:53) response to some of the recent high-profile anti-semantic comments from the Black community...Listen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscibe to 'Falkin' Around'!

Yankees AL East Preview, The Bills Offensive Weapons ranking, Josh Allen - it's time to put up the numbers - and more!Join Carl Falk for 'Falkin' Around', as Carl talks MLB and the issues facing the game as it attempts it's July 24th return (01:26 - 08:10) - like, where are the Blue Jays going to play? Buffalo? Previewing the AL East, and predicting the New York Yankees win total (08:11 - 22:55) - do the Yanks have enough pitching? How do the Rays and Boston match up? Does a 60-game schedule benefit the Bombers? Plus, a thought on MLB's "Black out" policy (22:56 - 26:52)ESPN has ranked all 32 NFL teams based on Offensive Weapons (26:53 - 42:09) - meaning Receivers and Running Backs... Where do the Bills rank? And does the national media actually give Buffalo a fair shake? Plus - with the pressure on Josh Allen this year, the last year of his rookie contract, will he step up and put points on the board? Or will this be his last ride with Bills Mafia?The Washington NFL team is officially getting a new name (42:10 - 44:13) - but why does it seem like Dan Snyder doesn't have his heart in the change...Carl shares a funny moment from Bruce Smith (44:14 - 46:00)...Carl looks at Dak Prescott (46:01 - 53:50) and the huge decision the Dallas Cowboys have regarding his status - is he "Franchise-worthy"?Plus, Carl's thoughts on NCAA Football playing this season (53:51 - 57:35) - and what teams Notre Dame could play if conferences only play games with-in their own league.Finally, a look at the NBA and it's China Policy (57:36 - 01:04:26) - why is it so hard to say "Free Hong Kong" in Adam Silver's America?Listen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscibe to 'Falkin' Around'!

Pats sign Cam Newton, are Bills still AFC East Favorites? Ranking NFL Coaches, Ranking AFC East QB's and More!Join Carl Falk for 'Falkin' Around', as Carl dives into the signing of Cam Newton by the New England Patriots (01:30 - 14:44). Does Cam still have it? Can he return to his MVP form, if healthy? Does he fit the Pats system?Are the Buffalo Bills still the favorites in the AFC East? (14:45 - 27:53) Carl breaks down the Pats and Bills position-by-position, to see who has the edge to win the East.The NFL Top 10 Coaches list is out (27:54 - 37:31) - is Sean McDermott in the top ten? Does he deserve to be? Is it Bills Mafia bias to think he's Top 10 material?Carl looks at the QB's in the AFC East (37:32 - 42:24) now that Cam is signed... How would you rank them? Josh Allen, Sam Darnold, Ryan Fitzpatrick, and the Patriots combo of Newton and Jarrett Stidham - who's Number 1?Plus, Carl's thoughts on the latest Kim Pegula news (42:25 - 47:40)... the term 'clown show' may be used more than once for this discussion...The Major League Baseball season is drawing closer (47:41 - 53:17), but COVID may cause all kinds of problems still... like travel. NY has closed it's borders to certain states, how does MLB deal with that? Plus, Carl talks the NY Mets and their roster decisions.Finally, Clemson Football (53:18 - 56:51) is dealing with over 3 dozen positive COVID cases... is that an advantage to get the sickness out of the way before other teams? Is that even a thing?Listen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscibe to 'Falkin' Around'!

Are 5SOS fast talkers? Or can Puscifer cure stalkers? Feat lover-of-music Victoria Montgomery.THE SONGSSong 1 - ‘Talk Fast' by 5 Seconds Of SummerApple Music - apple.co/3eDZRxsSpotify - spoti.fi/2YBFgEpSong 2 - ‘The Remedy' by PusciferApple Music - apple.co/3dCYFJdSpotify - spoti.fi/2B4KZtyYoutube - youtu.be/HivxFBB87-YTHE GUESTWith her first podcast appearance ever, lover-of-music Victoria Montgomery braves the mic for tasty tune talk.While not representing any specific creative outlet, Victoria will happily point you in the direction of A Couple Of NPCs podcast - a banter-filled and often entertaining gaming podcast featuring her partner Alex and his best mate.Listen / Follow A Couple Of NPCs:Apple Podcasts - apple.co/2VkAn0cSpotify - spoti.fi/2NxGCJRTwitter - twitter.com/acoupleofnpcsFacebook - fb.com/acoupleofnpcsInstagram - instagram.com/acoupleofnpcsSONG CREDITS‘Talk Fast' written by 5 Seconds Of Summer and Carl Falk. From the album ‘Youngblood'. Copyright 2018 Capitol Records.‘The Remedy' written by Maynard James Keenan, Carina Round and Mat Mitchell. From the album ‘Money Shot'. Copyright 2015 Puscifer Entertainment.

Programledaren Malin Falk Gramer gästar Fundamentalt. Malin är gift med musikern och låtskrivaren Carl Falk, som tjänat en förmögenhet på att skriva musik åt världsstjärnor. Anna och Jacob är såklart intresserade av hur makarna delar upp hushållsekonomin. Malin berättar om sina bra investeringar, ekonomiska bakslag och sin oroliga inställning till pengar. För ett år sedan tog Malin ett livsbeslut som inte minst fått ekonomiska konsekvenser. Veckans mail kommer från en kille som vill få hjälp med att få sin flickvän mer engagerad i sin ekonomi.Programledare för Fundamentalt är Anna Hegestrand och Jacob Liebermann på uppdrag av Fundler.Redigering: Elin SjödénMaila dina pengafrågor till: fundamentalt@fundler.seFölj Fundler på Facebook och Instagram: @fundlerappLäs mer om Fundler: www.fundler.se See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

NASCAR stands with Bubba Wallace, MLB sets Return and Kim Pegula is to blame for the SabresJoin Carl Falk for 'Falkin' Around', as Carl talks about NASCAR and Bubba Wallace (00:35 - 16:30)... as the sport outlaws the confederate flag - thanks to Wallace - and, in return, racism rears its ugly head, and a noose is found hanging in the garage of Wallace's car #43. From such an ugly moment, comes one that is beautiful to see - as the entire NASCAR community stands behind, and beside, Bubba Wallace.Carl talks the mess that is Major League Baseball (16:31 - 34:21) - Yes, they've set a return for July 24th, with 60 games to be played. Universal DH. Expanded playoffs. And they've created a mess for future CBA negotiations. And, how will history handle a 60-game season? Will it even count in the record books?Carl looks at the ugly situation in Buffalo with the Sabres (34:22 - 51:44) - and finds all the blame can land at the feet of President Kim Pegula. Rash decisions, scattershot leadership - and now severe cost-cutting moves. Plus, Carl's thoughts on the return of sports with Coronavirus spreading across the South (51:45 - 55:27) - How will the NBA bubble work in Orlando? Will Golf continue if more pro's get sick? And, 23 Clemson football players have COVID19 - is that a stroke of luck for them?Listen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscibe to 'Falkin' Around'!

Sabres fire Botterill, MLB is a Mess, Sosa & McGwire Doc, and NFL deals with COVIDJoin Carl Falk for 'Falkin' Around', as Carl talks about the breaking news from Buffalo, as the Pegulas fire Jason Botterill (00:46 - 07:20) a mere 3 weeks after Kim Pegula said his job was safe...Carl talks the mess that is Major League Baseball (07:21 - 18:32) - in a time when baseball is needed more than ever, greed and arrogance has led us to a MLB-MLBPA standoff - and the only losers are going to be the fansCarl looks at the ESPN 30-for-30 "Long Gone Summer" (18:33 - 31:53) on the summer of 1998 and the HR Chase that captured America... with Sammy Sosa and Mark McGwire on the path to 61 HR's and beyond - and what happened afterward - and how little respect is shown to the great career of Sosa.Plus, Carl's thoughts on Sammy Sosa's appearance (31:54 - 32:55), not that Carl is a fashionista or anything...Talking NFL (32:56 - 37:28) - a league now dealing with COVID19 as players on the Cowboys and Texans test positive - plus players getting injured in non-football situations...The 49er's sign Shanahan to an extension - what does this mean for the Bills (37:29 - 41:38) and the contracts of Sean McDermott and Brandon Beane... the Bills have to sign them, right? Someone will if they don't... meanwhile, during a time of great civil unrest, Jerry Jones is awfully silent (41:39 - 43:37)And a final thought on the NBA season, and the recent comments by Kyrie Irving (43:38 - 48:10) - should the league be concerned with playing during a time of protests? Or can the game help bridge the divide, and unite us?Listen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscibe to 'Falkin' Around'!

Drew Brees, Race and the American Flag Collide - No MLB this year? Plus, NBA is on the right trackJoin Carl Falk for 'Falkin' Around', as Carl talks about the Black Lives Matter protests (01:21 - 03:50), and the hopes that equality will become our 'new' 'new normal' ...Carl talks the Drew Brees comments (03:51 - 10:13) and apology, and what his mindset says about him and a lot of white Americans - while Michael Wilbon (10:14 - 18:43) offers a viewpoint from Black America, and how these different viewpoints can maybe lead to some new understanding.Carl looks at Colin Kaepernick (18:44 - 23:50) and his future with the NFL - why this is the time to bring him back to the league, and what team needs him the most...Plus, Carl's thoughts on Arian Foster (23:51 - 34:14) and Foster's terrific interview on 'Pardon My Take' - where he encapsulated the views of many Black Americans when it comes to the American Flag and kneeling - and how Donald Trump's stance may now differ from the NFL...Talking baseball - and maybe the lack of it (34:17 - 41:04) - can MLB and the MLBPA come to an agreement - or are we looking at a lost season for the American pastime? The NBA has a plan in place (41:05 - 44:04) and they are making it look easy...And a final thought on Syracuse basketball (44:05 - 48:02) - Could the recruiting woes of the last few seasons be behind the Orange now? It looks like next season's crop of talent has turned the tide for Boeheim...Listen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscibe to 'Falkin' Around'!

Will there be a MLB Season? Sabres Keep Botterill, Lance Armstrong is terrible - and Kim Pegula thinks you're Stupid! Plus more!Join Carl Falk for 'Falkin' Around', as Carl talks about the weekend of protests (00:42 - 09:23), and the resulting riots and looting - and how we, as a people, need to not be 'assholes' - plus, how did the Knicks respond? (09:24 - 11:17) or didn't they?...Carl talks the negotiations between MLB, the owners and the players association (11:23 - 21:50) - Will there be a MLB Season? What will it look like? 50 games? 100 games? A fractured game - that also by the way, will not have a Minor League season, which may be a death-knell for MiLB in general...Carl looks at the just completed Lance Armstrong 30 -for- 30 on ESPN (21:51 - 29:51), and never has it been more clear how terrible a person Lance is...Plus, Carl breaks down the Buffalo Sabres decision to bring back GM Jason Botterill (29:52 - 32:18) and the recent comments by Kim Pegula (32:19 - 38:13) - who basically called the fans 'Stupid'. Another in a string of peculiar happenings with the Pegulas...And a final thought on the Buffalo Bills players getting together in Florida (38:19 - 47:46) to workout, and the surprising leadership being shown by... Davis Webb? Also - do the Bills have enough top talent to be as good as we think they are?Listen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscibe to 'Falkin' Around'!

The Golf Match with Tom Brady & Peyton Manning, Lance Armstrong, NFL Rule changes, Bills and Cam Newton? Plus more!Join Carl Falk for 'Falkin' Around', as Carl talks about The Golf Match (01:37 - 19:28), the rematch for Phil Mickelson and Tiger Woods, that added NFL QB's Peyton Manning and Tom Brady - while raising funds for COVID19 relief - Carl talks the highs and lows, most of which involve Tom Brady...Carl talks the ESPN 30-for-30 on Lance Armstrong (19:32 - 29:17), one of the most hated athletes in Sports - and yet, Lance has been through a horrible battle with cancer, while raising 100 million for others to fight, and 'Live Strong'...NFL news this week includes some rule changes, like on pass interference (29:18 - 35:54) and the possible use of a 'Sky Judge' and changes to the onside kick (35:55 - 38:42)The Jets have signed Joe Flacco to be a back-up... Why not Cam Newton? (38:43 - 45:32) and why haven't the Bills signed Cam - he'd be better than Matt Barkley, right?  Plus, Carl breaks down the MLB return plan (45:33 - 51:40) and whether the players will be on board - not to mention, the major change to the game - the possible adoption of the Universal DH to the game...The NBA is looking at returning, with games at Disney World (51:42 - 57:09) and a psot-season that may forever change the seasonal schedule for basketball... would players return just for a 1st round playoff series that last a couple of days?And a final thought on the NHL return plan (57:10 - 1:01:05) and how that would mean, once again, the Buffalo Sabres miss the playoffs... and Carl knows exactly who to blame - The Pegula's.Listen in, and join the conversation - leave a comment or question, and make sure to subscibe to 'Falkin' Around'!