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This week, the mail sack is overflowing with questions that range from medically curious to " "well, that's definitely not supposed to look like that."One listener writes in after noticing that what's being shot out seems to have taken on a very unexpected color and texture. Is it cause for concern, or has Google simply convinced him he's moments from death? Dr. Carlton weighs in.Another Booty Gangster is dealing with a husband who brought home a gift that keeps on giving—and unfortunately, it wasn't flowers, jewelry, or a surprise vacation. The guys discuss what happens when trust, communication, and a little medical intervention all need to work together.Meanwhile, another listener wants to know why one specific body part refuses to get as swole as the rest of him at the gym. Is it genetics? Technique? Bad luck? Or is the body simply choosing favorites?Outside the inbox, the guys talk World Cup fever, sports, fandoms, and the things people will do in the name of competition. Then the conversation takes a turn down memory lane as they swap stories about their earliest encounters with adult entertainment and the moments that shaped an entire generation's questionable search histories.As always, they wrap things up with Love Language of the Week and What's Making You Feel Sexy, because after discussing bodily fluids, gym frustrations, and relationship surprises, everyone deserves to end on a positive note.So grab your headphones, join the Booty Gang, and remember: sometimes life gives you lemons... and sometimes it gives you symptoms.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Join Patto and Daf to discuss everything Carlton FC!We preview our upcoming clash against the West Coast Eagles at Marvel Stadium.If you enjoy this content, please leave a like, comment, subscribe and recommend our channel to someone who might enjoy it!Send us a message on our socials for recommendations for the channel or opinions within the Carlton Football Club!Up The Baggers!Socials - https://linktr.ee/baggerschat
Mark Duffield is joined by Jonathon Horn from the Guardian Australia. Their discussion starts with the FIFA World Cup, proposed fixture structure changes, the Essendon coaching process, Josh Fraser's hot start as Carlton interim coach and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Max Laughton, Ben Cotton and Ben Waterworth review Round 15 and preview Round 16 of the 2026 AFL season on the Fox Footy Podcast, with breakdowns of Carlton's stunning win streak and the tricky coach situation it creates, Geelong's slide and whether it means anything, plus Fair or Farce and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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This week, the team chats the Blues' resurgence and if they're wildcard contenders. Plus the Crows are also back in form, the league's most improved players, the forwards who take the hardest set shots at goal, and more! Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. 00:00 Intro and Something You Noticed 17:05 Carlton's resurgence under Josh Fraser 28:45 Adelaide's defence is back! 36:30 Most improves players this year 42:49 Players who take the hardest set shots 47:48 Is the hype justified or is it hyperbole? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Matthew Lloyd joins Jacqui Felgate every Monday afternoon to unpack the latest round in the AFL.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sam Docherty joins Jimmy Bartel every Monday night to unpack the latest news in the AFL.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Freo continue to break records after another win over Geelong.. while Carlton's streak extends to 5. Gold Coast and GWS are facing an uphill battle and Adelaide roar back into contention. Skeeter remains in Bali sipping Bintangs!Music by The Southern River Band.Get your FLGMNTL merch - https://backchatstudios.com.au/collections/back-chatSubmit your Good Stuff Only story for a chance to win a $2000 grant from Revo Fitness - https://backchatstudios.com.au/pages/good-stuff-onlySend us a voice message - https://www.speakpipe.com/shelterfootycastShelter FootyCast is recorded out of BC Studios built by grounded. building tomorrow, together.w: https://grounded.com.au/Shelter is born and brewed in Busselton, WA.Check out the best range of beer going around: https://shelterbrewing.com.au/collections/beerShelter FootyCast is produced and recorded at BackChat Studios.w: https://www.backchatpodcast.com.auig: backchat__e: footycast@backchatstudios.com.auHomewise SolarPerth Solar | Solar Power in Perth WA | Homewise SolarHomewise Solar provides personalised solar panel solutions in Perth, WA. Enjoy top-tier products, expert service, and transparency. w: https://homewisesolar.com.au/SavvyWiseSavvyWise AI-assisted tax research (and more) built specifically for Australian accounting firms.w: savvywise.com.auRefer your accountant to receive free Shelter beers - savvywise.com.au/shelterShelter is born and brewed in Busselton, WA.Check out the best range of beer going around: https://shelterbrewing.com.au/collections/beerRecorded at BackChat Studios built by grounded. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Josh Fraser is making a strong case for an ongoing coaching role at Carlton, but which club is most appealing? The CEOs got together today, what was on their agenda? Is the Wildcard Round winning fans over? Plus, all the winners and losers from the weekend.ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport
Stevie J prefers show planning at 2am in the hot tub. We chat to the Blues' Marc Pittonet, Adelaide's Ben Keays + the Saints' Robert Harvey. Mitch Cleary gives us the big 3 from this round, plus hear Stevie J turn the knife, and Daisy brings you Triple M’s best moment from the weekend… on his birthdaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Vindicated – The Black Spy Podcast's Analysis Black Spy Podcast number 252, Season 25, Episode 0010 In this week's Black Spy Podcast Carlton King assesses the validation and vindication of the Black Spy podcast's analysis over the years of delivery. So listen now to The Black Spy Podcast and be entertained whilst simultaneously learning. Moreover, if you wish to discuss this episode or any other with Carlton, or other members of the regular Black Spy Podcast team, feel free to do so, Moreover, please subscribe in order to never miss another episode. To contact Firgas Esack of the DAPS Agency go to Linked In To contact Dr Rchel Taylor go to Substackany To contact Carlton King utilise any of the following: To donate - Patreon.com/TheBlackSpyPodcast Email: carltonking2003@gmail.com Facebook: The Black Spy Podcast Facebook: Carlton King Author Twitter@Carlton_King Instagram@carltonkingauthor To read Carlton's Autobiography: "Black Ops – The incredible true story of a (Black) British secret agent" Click the link below: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/BO1MTV2GDF/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_WNZ5MT89T9C14CB53651 If you are interested to know about the Male Menopause or fear you or a loved one is suffering for unknown reasons please consider reading Dr Rachel's & Carlton's book on the how the Menopause effects men - search Amazon Books for: The Male Menopause - The Hidden Crisis (ASIN: B0G5M78PSZ)
When two waves collide, there's a displacement of energy.And when those waves are Orange and Blue, it's not yet the month we don't lose in — July, obviously — and you've got players slipping over, missing targets, and podcasters wandering around forlornly looking for somewhere to eat and commiserate… sometimes, somehow, the footy gods deliver.Not on the scoreboard. With pizza.Hats off to Basilico Pizza in Homebush for cheering us up with proper soul food: wood-fired pizzas, fresh toppings, and bases better than any you'd find on Lygon Street, Carlton. So that's a win at least.Rags, Sparrow, Orca and Number 3 take you to the game, ride the emotion of it all, and then debrief in a converted petrol station in GREATER Western Sydney.Just the stuff to get you through the week before Friday's game against the Hawks. Which will be tough...Stick fat, Orange Army, and Never Surrender. July is almost here.Basilico Pizza: 161 Parramatta Road, Homebush. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️----To get in contact, drop us an email, comment on Spotify or message us on X.We love reviews or ratings.Email: thesquinterspodcast@gmail.comSupport: buymeacoffee.com/thesquintersYouTube: NeverSurrenderByTheSquintersX: TheSquintersInstagram: gws_squintersFB: thesquintersTikTok: the.squinters
Xander McGuire joins the show to dissect the big stories out of Round 15. The team chat Saints injury fallout following loss to the Dogs, Josh Fraser going 5-0 as Carlton interim, MRO news and what club bosses will discuss when they meet on the Gold Coast today. Mick In The Morning Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/molloy Triple M Melbourne Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/triplemmelb Drop us a voice memo: https://www.mickinthemorning.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
AFL Sunday, with Matt Clinch and Cameron Ling.Is Josh Fraser the man long term at Carlton? Are Adelaide the real deal? And are the Magpies still a genuine contender in 2026? Just some of the questions to be addressed on this Round 15 Sunday.
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Matthew Richardson and Tony Shaw unpacked how Fraser has turned their season around since he's been at the helm. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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A busy post-match program from ENGIE Stadium as Carlton defeats Greater Western Sydney, plus we have interviews with Sam Walsh and Finn Callaghan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Cal Twomey and Leigh Matthews depict where John Longmire should end up between Essendon, Carlton, and Tasmania.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sam Walsh joined 3AW Football after they defeated GWS during round 15 to notch their fifth win in a row! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Finn Callaghan joined 3AW Football after a disappointing defeat to Carlton during Round 15 and talked through what went wrong for GWS.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The 3AW footy team discusses whether Toby Greene should be suspended for a week after his conduct against Carlton during round 15.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Listen to the full highlights of 3AW Football's call of the Blues win over the Giants at ENGIE Stadium.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Click to Subscribe: https://bit.ly/Youtube-Subscribe-SoapDirt Beyond the Gates spoilers for June 22-26, 2026 divulge that Kat Richardson, played by Colby Muhammad, finds herself in a complex situation. The pressure is mounting for her to undergo a medical test that could potentially save her sister, Eva Thomas, portrayed by Ambyr Michelle. The drama unfolds with the possibility of witnessing the end of one marriage and perhaps the beginning of two others. BTG spoilers stun as Nicole Dupree Richardson, played by Daphnee Duplaix, is alerted to an urgent matter by Carlton Fitzgerald (Robert Christopher Riley) who is concerned about Eva's situation. The tension rises as Nicole's daughter Kat refuses to get tested, resulting in a potential clash between Nicole and Carlton. Andre Richardson, played by Sean Freeman, makes an appearance to support Isaiah, despite his own health complications. Spoilers for Beyond the Gates indicate a secret affair between Danny, played by Karla Mosley, and Bill Hamilton, played by Timon Kyle Durrett, could be revealed, adding further tension to the plot. Kat, despite her differences with her sister, might be compelled to undergo the test due to the constant persuasion from her friend Chelsea, portrayed by RhonniRose Mantilla. BTG spoilers deliver an unexpected twist, Hayley Lawson, played by Marquita Goings, and Naomi, portrayed by Arielle Prepetit, find common ground. Tensions rise between Andre and Bill towards the end of the week, potentially leading to a major revelation about Danny's secret affair. Kat receives life-altering news that could either mean she is a match for Eva's liver transplant or that Eva's life is hanging in the balance. This episode was hosted by Belynda Gates-Turner for Soap Dirt. Visit our Beyond the Gates section of Soap Dirt: https://soapdirt.com/category/beyond-the-gates/ Listen to our Podcasts: https://soapdirt.podbean.com/ And Check out our always up-to-date Beyond the Gates Spoilers page at: https://soapdirt.com/beyond-the-gates-spoilers/ Check Out our Social Media... Twitter: https://twitter.com/SoapDirtTV Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SoapDirt Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/soapdirt/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@soapdirt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soapdirt/
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We talk to filmmaker Nicola Macindoe about her film Somewhere After which is screening as part of the Melbourne Documentary Film Festival (mdff) at the Nova in Carlton on July 18th at 3:30pm. Somewhere After explores with 10 participants the experience of covid lock-down during and then 3 years later.
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Welcome back to another episode of BUTT HONESTLY — the podcast where no question is too personal, no topic is too awkward, and somehow we're all learning things we never expected to know about the human body.This week, it's another packed episode full of butts, bodies, and breaking news.A Booty Gangster from Ukraine shares a deeply personal story about navigating the complicated crossroads of identity, guilt, shame, and sexuality. It's an honest and thoughtful conversation that reminds us how messy, complicated, and very human our relationships with ourselves can be.Meanwhile, another listener wants the guys to weigh in on rosebudding. Yes, that rosebudding. If you've heard the term and immediately regretted Googling it, you're not alone. Dr. Carlton breaks down what it is, what causes it, and why some things are better discussed on a podcast than searched at two in the morning.We also hear from a listener who recently received heart stents and has one very important question: are poppers officially off the menu, or is there still room for a little chemical-enhanced recreation? The answer, as always, is more complicated than the internet would have you believe.In Gimme Headlines, we're covering reports of a newly identified STI outbreak that investigators have traced to a bathhouse in France, proving once again that what happens in a bathhouse doesn't always stay in a bathhouse. The guys also discuss the Department of Veterans Affairs eliminating certain health services that impact LGBTQ+ veterans and what that could mean for the community.Outside the exam room, Dangilo recaps his trip to Los Angeles, where he spent time with some queer icons and lived his best celebrity-adjacent life. Naturally, there are stories.And because even a podcast about sex, health, and occasionally questionable decision-making has a softer side, the gang wraps things up with their Love Language of the Week.Whether you're here for the medical advice, the headlines, or simply because no other podcast says the word "rosebudding" with such professionalism, we've got you covered.Grab your headphones, join the Booty Gang, and remember: curiosity is healthy. Some Google searches, however, are not.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
The hot form of exciting, young Richmond forward Jasper Alger is a hot topic of conversation on the latest episode of Talking Tigers. The Club’s latest AFL Rising Star nominee has captured the imagination of the TT team and the Tiger Army with his highly-impressive four-goal display against reigning back-to-back premiers Brisbane in Hobart last Sunday, following on from a three-goal haul v 2026 premiership contender Sydney. Also on this week’s show, there is plenty of praise for debutant Kye Annand, Sam Banks, Tyler Sonsie, Liam Fawcett and acting captain Tim Taranto in light of their efforts in the clash with the Lions. In the “60 Years of MCG Memories” segment, the Tiger Time Machine travels back to a bitterly cold, extremely wet day in mid-July 1966, when Richmond pulled a surprise positional move pre-game that paved the way for a spirited victory over arch-rival Carlton. And, in the “A-Z of Tigerland”, the focus is on two top-class Tigers who played crucial roles in the teams they played in. For all things Yellow and Black, make sure you tune in to Talking Tigers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Collapse of Germany (Part 2) Black Spy Podcast number 251, Season 25, Episode 0009 In last week's and this week's incisive episodes of the Black Spy Podcast, Carlton King delivers a hard-hitting geopolitical assessment of Germany's present day collapse from its position of the undisputed economic powerhouse of the European continent as a result of Germany's action to aid the Ukraine in its conflict with Russia. Carlton examines the growing militarism of Germany, its Intelligence Reconnaissance Surveillance (IRS) support to the Ukraine to strike Russian cities including Moscow and St Petersburg as well as building German forces to a level not seen since the Third Reich. Carlton argues that this military build-up threatens much of the world and particularly ordinary European citizens and many of Europe's nationalist political elites. Carlton asks why German politicians allowed their economy to be destroyed, explaining the relevance of who destroyed the Nordstream pipeline in this vain. Nordstream providing Germany with an abundance of extremely cheap energy, Additionally, Carlton asks if German politicians have been compromised by compromat material as the US NSA was listening into (eavesdropping) on German politicians including Angela Merkel for over a decade. Along with this situation Carlton exhaustively assesses why Germany is collapsing. So listen now to The Black Spy Podcast and be entertained whilst simultaneously learning. Moreover, if you wish to discuss this episode or any other with Carlton or other members of the regular Black Spy Podcast team, feel free to do so, In order to never miss another episode please subscribe. To contact Firgas Esack of the DAPS Agency go to Linked In To contact Dr Rchel Taylor go to Substack To contact Carlton King utilise any of the following: To donate - Patreon.com/TheBlackSpyPodcast Email: carltonking2003@gmail.com Facebook: The Black Spy Podcast Facebook: Carlton King Author Twitter@Carlton_King Instagram@carltonkingauthor To read Carlton's Autobiography: "Black Ops – The incredible true story of a (Black) British secret agent" Click the link below: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/BO1MTV2GDF/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_WNZ5MT89T9C14CB53651 If you are interested to know about the Male Menopause or fear you or a loved one is suffering for unknown reasons please consider reading Dr Rachel's & Carlton's book on the how the Menopause effects men - search Amazon Books for: The Male Menopause - The Hidden Crisis (ASIN: B0G5M78PSZ)
Sống tại Luân Đôn, Nguyễn Văn Ba rơi vào cảnh thất nghiệp và cuộc sống vô cùng chật vật khi sức khỏe không còn cho phép làm các việc nặng nhọc như đốt lò, khuân than. May mắn sau đó, anh tìm được việc phụ bếp tại một khách sạn lớn, trước khi chuyển sang làm việc tại khách sạn Carlton nổi tiếng.
In this episode of the Great Plains Archaeology Podcast, Carlton speaks with Phyllis Johnson and Erica Carmody about their recent open-access (no subscription required) Plains Anthropologist article, “Patriarchy Persists: Gender Inequities in Plains Anthropologist Publishing from 1954 to 2023.” Drawing on nearly seventy years of publication data, they examine persistent gender disparities in archaeological publishing, discuss why women's authorship rates have remained disproportionately low and, in some cases, declined since the early 1990s, and explore the structural factors that shape scholarly visibility and career advancement. The conversation considers what these patterns reveal about the history of Plains archaeology, how representation influences the production of archaeological knowledge, and what journals, institutions, and professional organizations can do to create a more equitable future for the discipline. Transcript For rough transcripts of this episode go to https://www.archaeologypodcastnetwork.com/great-plains-archaeology/43 Links Johnson, P. S., & Carmody, E. (2026). Patriarchy persists: Gender inequities in Plains Anthropologist publishing from 1954 to 2023. Plains Anthropologist, 1–20. The Archaeology of the North American Great Plains by Douglas B. Bamforth (2021) Archaeology on the Great Plains Edited by W. Raymond Wood (1998) Carlton's KU Anthropology Faculty Bio Plains Anthropological Society Website Plains Anthropologist Online Journal Access Contact Instagram: @pawnee_archaeologist Email: greatplainsarchpodcast@gmail.com APN APN Website: https://www.archpodnet.com APN on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/archpodnet APN on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/archpodnet APN on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archpodnet APN Shop Affiliates Motion Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Essendon heads to the MCG to face a Melbourne side that has transformed into one of the competition's most dangerous teams since the Bombers upset them during Gather Round. With Jono away in England, Ian is joined by long-time Don The Stat patron and tactical analyst Josh Wilson to break down Essendon's loss to Carlton, assess the early signs of the Dean Solomon era, and preview a massive challenge against the Demons.
This week on Butt Honestly, we're taking another deep dive into life's most pressing questions—most of which seem to be happening... down there.First up, we get an update from a Booty Gangster whose anatomy has decided to add a little extra curve to the conversation. A closeted listener writes in with concerns about an enlarged prostate and some unexpected numbness, proving once again that the human body loves surprises and rarely the fun kind.Meanwhile, several listeners want the truth about shockwave therapy. Is it a breakthrough treatment? A wellness trend? Or just another expensive way to make your wallet feel lighter? Dr. Carlton breaks down what we know, what we don't know, and what you should know before pointing any machinery toward your nether regions.The guys also stumble upon a social media post that sparks a heated debate about "Bottom Fever." Is it a real condition? A seasonal illness? A side effect of spending too much time on certain apps after midnight? The jury may still be out, but the conversation is definitely in.Outside the medical charts, Dr. Carlton recaps his weekend adventure in Las Vegas, where the lights were bright, the stories were plentiful, and what happened there absolutely did not stay there. The gang also weighs in on the latest from Drag Race, shares thoughts on the Tony Awards, and somehow manages to connect theater, drag queens, and sexual health without missing a beat.As always, they wrap things up with their Love Language of the Week, sending you off with a little warmth, a little wisdom, and hopefully fewer questions about your prostate than when you started.Whether you're here for the medical advice, the questionable humor, or because you've convinced yourself that Googling symptoms counts as preventative care, we've got you covered.Pull up a seat, put in your earbuds, and join the Booty Gang. Side effects may include laughter, learning, and suddenly becoming very aware of everything happening... down there.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Jack Heverin, Nathan Brown, Isaac Smith, and Damian Barrett are ready at the Triple MCG for Big Freeze 12 - starting by chatting to Luke and Lauren Daniher as the fight to find a cure for MND continues. The team recaps the weekend's games, with a look at Sydney and St Kilda, Essendon and Carlton, North Melbourne and Fremantle, and Brisbane and Gold Coast. Then it's time for the sliders. Ruby Schleicher joins in the fun as we hear all the sliders in Big Freeze 12. Andy Lee, Nathan Jones, Sam Mostyn, Sam Mac, Cooper Woods, Jo Weston, Daisy Thomas, Mark Howard, Amy Shark, and Dan Gorringe all took the plunge - but who did we declare the winner in our very serious and fact-based ratings system?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
If you are worried about China taking over due to having better robots than the yanks, I got mixed messages for ya here. This was created using DeepSeek v4 Pro. Remember when DeepSeek could do the same thing as chatGPT but on shitty processors and not much RAM? All those stocks shit themselves? Oh what memories. Would have been a great time to buy NVIDIA stocks. I didn't, if you're asking....It's pretty good but it really didn't follow the instruction in the prompt that Joel Hill is Jack the Insider on the transcript. So that's a minus point. But also, this took fucking ages to generate. It's better than lots of the yankee slop but damn son this took MINUTES. So they might take over if we are patient or whatever. Enjoy the episode. ----------------------------------------------Joel Hill (Jack the Insider) and Hong Kong Jack return for a sprawling episode that tackles two of the biggest stories shaping politics in 2026. The pair open with the jaw-dropping Redbridge poll putting One Nation at 31% of the primary vote — a number that would all but wipe the National Party off the federal map and potentially deliver Anthony Albanese a strengthened majority government by splintering the right. Joel and Jack clash over whether culture-war grievances or material concerns are driving the surge, while drawing historical parallels to Joh for Canberra and the DLP split of the 1950s.The conversation then crosses hemispheres for a tour through UK chaos: Peter Mandelson's leaked dossier exposing a rudderless No. 10 under Keir Starmer, Nicola Sturgeon's estranged husband pleading guilty to embezzling SNP donations on a surreal shopping spree of Lalique salt shakers, seven Dysons, and a motorhome with four miles on the clock, and a deeply troubling police body-cam incident that has reignited the two-tier policing debate ahead of three critical by-elections.The centrepiece of the episode is a sober, hour-long deep dive into the COVID-19 pandemic and what Australia has refused to learn. The Two Jacks lay out the true death toll (perhaps 22 to 69 million globally), the devastating scale of long COVID, the vaccine rollout failures, the absurdities of hotel quarantine with rubbish bags over heads, and why governments and public health officials are desperate to avoid a Royal Commission. They close by asking whether the next pandemic will meet a population that has permanently lost trust in its leaders — and whether we'll simply repeat the mistakes of both COVID and the Spanish flu.Sport provides a lighter coda: the Carlton revival under an interim coach, James Hird's awkward candidacy at Essendon, the expanded 48-team World Cup that nobody seems excited about, and a formidable New Zealand Test side taking on England at Lord's.00:00:25 — Introduction Joel welcomes listeners to Episode 159, recorded 4 June. Today: Australian political news, a check-in on the UK, and a deep dive into the COVID-19 pandemic.00:01:21 — The Redbridge Poll: One Nation at 31% The AFR's Redbridge poll: One Nation 31%, Labor 28%, LNP 20%, Greens 12%. The two-party preferred is now being calculated as One Nation versus Labor — a seismic shift in how Australian politics is measured.00:03:12 — Not Just a Protest Vote Jack argues this is real, not a re-run of Hanson's 1990s flash-in-the-pan. The South Australian state election and the Farrah by-election suggest One Nation support is durable. Joel counters that protest votes can be expressed at the ballot box and that Australians are tiring of pluralism.00:04:09 — If One Nation Succeeds, Labor Wins The cruel irony: One Nation's rise probably delivers Labor government. The National Party could simply disappear. The DLP kept the Coalition in power for decades as an anti-Labor party; One Nation may do the reverse.00:05:46 — Scrutiny and Splintering Joel notes One Nation's policies are "two-sentence fragments" and motherhood statements. When proper scrutiny arrives, the contradictions will surface. Hanson's parliamentary attendance is as poor as imaginable.00:08:22 — The Third Rail Jack argues populists succeed because they discuss what polite society won't: immigration, culture wars, welcome to country rituals. The major parties must engage these topics or cede the ground entirely.00:11:34 — Feeling Unheard The core driver, Jack contends: voters feel sneered at and silenced by mainstream politics. It's not about flag counts, it's about being listened to.00:13:50 — What Actually Drives Votes Joel pushes back: voting determinants are the household economy, migration, climate change — not culture war trivia. Culture wars "don't amount to a hill of beans" at the ballot box.00:14:51 — The DLP Parallel Both agree the One Nation phenomenon most closely resembles the DLP split of the 1950s and 60s — a right-wing fracture that delivered Labor government after Labor government.00:17:18 — The Republic Referendum Lesson Jack recalls the 1999 republic referendum: pro-republicans split between models rather than uniting, scuppering the whole project. Voters will vote their preference even knowing it helps their enemy.00:19:32 — UK Parallels: Accommodate or Fight? Significant figures in the UK Tory party are debating whether to fight Reform or reach an accommodation. Tony Abbott recently said the Liberal Party won't criticise Pauline Hanson.00:21:48 — Joh for Canberra Redux Imre Salusinszky's comparison: this is "Joh for Canberra" all over again. But Joel notes Joh's moment lasted months; One Nation's has already lasted years.00:24:08 — State Election Previews Joel predicts the Victorian state election will be chaotic and peculiar — a government that's been in power too long, an opposition that may not be up to the task, and One Nation peeling votes from safe Labor seats. NSW will give a clearer reading.00:25:44 — Hanson "Ready to Govern" — from the Senate? Pauline Hanson announced she's ready to govern. Joel asks: shouldn't she contest a lower-house seat first? Jack recalls the only precedent: John Gorton became PM while still a senator, but had to be eased into Kooyong.00:28:20 — The Mandelson Dossier: Starmer's Empty Suit Jack's read of the leaked Mandelson documents: ministers don't know what the PM wants, there's zero respect or fear of his authority. Starmer comes across as an empty chair. One minister's text: "Every meeting with Labour MPs — it's all about who can we tax to pay benefits to other people."00:30:50 — Mandelson's Legal Peril Mandelson is under police investigation for misconduct in public office. Could face charges — the seriousness depends on whether it's mere misconduct or genuine bribery for foreign interests.00:31:49 — The Nicola Sturgeon Saga Her estranged husband has pleaded guilty to embezzling roughly £400,000 in SNP donations. The shopping list: six high-end coffee machines, seven Dyson vacuums, Lalique salt and pepper shakers, Montblanc pens, Swiss watches, an iJag, part of a Volkswagen, and a motorhome with four miles on the clock parked at his 92-year-old mother's house. Nicola claims she "didn't go in the kitchen much."00:34:20 — The BBC Interview Laura Kuenssberg's forensic interview with Sturgeon — "not quite Prince Andrew, but not much better." Sturgeon has been cleared by Police Scotland, but her reputation, already damaged by the Alex Salmond trial, is now in tatters.00:35:05 — Will He Go to Prison? £400,000 is a substantial sum. With another £600,000 unaccounted for, a custodial sentence seems likely. The money was ring-fenced for a second independence referendum push.00:36:50 — Money Laundering or Conspicuous Consumption? Joel wonders if the bizarre purchases — multiple watches on the same day — were an amateur money-laundering attempt: buy goods with SNP funds, sell them quietly for cash.00:38:23 — UK By-elections: Makerfield Looms Three by-elections on 18 June, including the critical Makerfield contest. Andy Burnham, Greater Manchester's high-profile mayor, is the tepid favourite. Low turnout could help him return to Westminster.00:39:30 — The Body-Cam Incident A white teenager accused of racially vilifying a Sikh man was stabbed — and police arrested the bleeding victim, not the attacker. Body-cam footage shows the victim saying "I can't breathe, I've been stabbed" while officers dismiss him. Joel calls the footage "just awful."00:41:22 — Two-Tier Policing Jack traces UK policing's overcorrection: after the Macpherson/Lawrence report, guidelines were rewritten so aggressively that they've produced a pattern of questionable enforcement that devastates community trust — and plays directly into Tommy Robinson's hands.00:42:08 — NSW Police on Four Corners Joel recommends the harrowing Four Corners investigation: bashings in custody, false arrests, an officer who threw body-cam footage into Sydney Harbour, and two undercover officers jailed for a savage assault. The problem today is general duties policing, not the specialist squads of the 1980s. Some command areas are far worse than others — a leadership failure.00:44:55 — Victoria Police: Under-Resourced, Not Corrupt Joel shares an anecdote: two divisional vans for 80,000 people in outer-east Melbourne. Tough work being a police officer; even tougher being a good one.The COVID-19 Reckoning00:45:09 — Why This Matters Joel sets the frame: we parked COVID in 2023 with a hangover but never understood what we'd been through. Today's episode aims to crack that problem.00:45:51 — The True Death Toll Officially: 7 million dead. But most countries stopped testing and stopped reporting cause-of-death data to the WHO. Using excess mortality, the real toll is between 22 and 69 million — at the high end, exceeding the Spanish flu.00:47:02 — Long COVID's Shadow Roughly 400 million people globally (6% of the population) have experienced long COVID. In Australia alone, between 200,000 and 500,000 people are living with or have lived with the condition. Second infections can be worse. Emerging links to cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, and accelerated dementia.00:49:43 — The Collective Amnesia Governments worldwide have "a collective embarrassment" about how they handled the pandemic, Jack says. They want it in the history books and forgotten. Joel says this is a grave mistake for public trust — and for public health, given COVID is now a permanent fixture alongside flu season.00:50:50 — Why Excess Deaths Are the Only Honest Metric All other figures are "kind of made up" because attribution methods vary wildly between countries. Excess deaths remain elevated in Australia and most nations.00:51:25 — Children and COVID Bobby Kennedy Jr. removed under-18s from government-supported vaccines in the US. Joel argues this is a disastrous move given mounting evidence that childhood COVID infection leads to higher rates of long-term chronic illness.00:52:47 — Why No Royal Commission? Not just politicians protecting themselves — public health officials and much of the media wanted to avoid scrutiny of their judgments and actions during the pandemic.00:53:32 — The Media's Abdication Jack watched "a lot" of Daniel Andrews's daily press conferences. Only two journalists ever asked pertinent questions: Rachel Baxendale and Leigh Sales. Nobody asked why curfews, why beach arrests, why the disparate impact on tradies and cafe owners while the "laptop class" actually made money working from home.00:56:14 — Andrews's Immense Popularity Joel adds context: Andrews was wildly popular at the time, which partly explains the media's deference — though Jack insists that shouldn't have mattered.00:57:34 — The Curfew Nonsense Curfews were about giving law enforcement the easiest possible environment, Joel says — and should have been acknowledged as such and wound back sooner. Meanwhile, Bondi's wealthy swam en masse while Western Sydney's working-class communities were treated harshly.00:57:59 — The Vaccine Rollout Failure The Morrison government bet everything on AstraZeneca — the non-mRNA, first-available vaccine. Then rare blood-clotting issues emerged (seven deaths, mainly men aged 40–49). Meanwhile, Australia was left waiting for Pfizer and other mRNA vaccines because no other supply deals had been secured.00:59:37 — Omicron Breaks the Pandemic's Back The Omicron variant emerged from South Africa: more infectious but far less lethal. Combined with 95%+ vaccination rates among Australians over 18, it effectively ended the acute phase — though at the cost of entrenched mistrust.01:00:38 — Government Overreach and Broken Trust Jack's core criticism: governments outsourced decision-making to public health officials rather than making political judgments that balanced competing interests. Joel counters that it would have been a "bold move" for politicians with no scientific background to contradict public health advice.01:02:19 — "Just Let It Rip" Was Never an Option The three countries with the highest COVID mortality — Brazil (highest), United States (second), India (third) — were all led by populist governments that largely refused mandates. Letting it rip was devastating.01:03:27 — The ADF Quarantine Scandal Scott Morrison refused to allow ADF quarantine facilities to be used for returning travellers. Instead, people were crammed into hotels with gaps under the doors. Joel recalls the "rubbish bags over heads" episode in Victoria — dark green plastic bags as infection control.01:05:00 — The Inquiry's Recommendations Create a proper Australian CDC. Release expert advice publicly. Better national planning with clear political accountability. And critically: politicians must own the big decisions on freedoms and spending instead of hiding behind experts.01:06:01 — The Next Pandemic There will be another one. If it's a respiratory, airborne pathogen like COVID, similar circumstances will return. Are we ready? Probably not. Will we close the country again? The economic damage — unemployment hitting 7.5% in 2020 — was enormous, even if it recovered to 3.5% by pandemic's end.01:08:06 — Who Was Left Behind? The arts community was inexplicably excluded from JobSeeker and JobKeeper. Meanwhile, the "laptop class" working from home effectively got a 15% pay rise by eliminating commuting costs. Bunnings did very well; so did companies that kept JobKeeper without passing it to employees.01:11:14 — The Human Cost of Lockdowns Public housing towers in Flemington were locked down. Joel recalls one family: an African-Australian single mother with nine children in a two-bedroom commission flat, trapped. Jack calls what happened with schools "disgraceful." But Joel notes the evidence now shows childhood COVID infection has serious long-term health consequences, complicating the retrospective judgment.01:13:59 — Will We Learn Anything? Jack's bleak prediction: the next pandemic is probably far enough away that we'll take no notice of COVID's lessons and make the same mistakes. Joel agrees — we didn't learn from the Spanish flu a century ago either.01:15:51 — Malcolm Roberts and Vaccine Misinformation The One Nation senator claims 70,000 Australians died from COVID vaccines — a figure with no evidentiary support, built by misattributing excess deaths. In reality, mRNA technology is now being deployed as a cancer treatment, showing promise against bowel and pancreatic cancers.01:17:36 — Trust Destroyed If the next pandemic arrives within this generation, governments will face a population that has lost faith. If it takes 50 years, the damage may have faded. Western Australia, meanwhile, locked itself down with negligible deaths and actually loved the isolation — provided the iron ore and LNG ships kept moving.01:20:37 — The Spanish Flu Echo Joel's closing historical note: Australia's response to the Spanish flu in 1919–1921 was nearly identical to COVID — lockdown disputes, police arresting people for not wearing masks, states fighting the newly created federal Department of Health. The whole thing collapsed into acrimony the moment state rivalries flared. A century later, nothing had changed.01:21:48 — Federation as Fatal Flaw Jack adds: the three high-mortality COVID countries (US, Brazil, India) share a feature beyond populist leaders — they're all federations where central government power is limited. When "the emperor is far away and the mountains are high," coordinated pandemic response is nearly impossible.01:23:40 — No Appetite for Truth Jack's final word: nobody wants a proper inquiry. Not politicians, not public health officials, not much of the media. Joel disagrees on the importance — the pandemic's legacy still shapes how Australians think, vote, and trust.Sport01:27:40 — AFL Coaching Carousel Essendon and Carlton both need permanent coaches. Joel asks: is James Hird the right man for Essendon? Jack: 17 other clubs wouldn't give him an interview, but the Bombers may have backed themselves into a corner where appointing him is the only way out.01:28:53 — Merit vs Member Sentiment Rowan Connolly's question: would you take James Hird or John Longmire (five grand finals, one premiership, 60%+ win rate)? The answer is obvious on merit — but members and fans want the fairy tale.01:29:47 — Carlton's Astonishing Revival Three straight wins. Ranked 16th in forward-50 entries a month ago; now second. The game style is unrecognisable — no more bombing the ball to non-existent power forwards. Mitch McGovern's low, flat kick to Patrick Cripps for the match-winner against Geelong was emblematic of the transformation. Seven players aged 21 or younger are now getting games and bringing energy.01:33:18 — FIFA World Cup 2026: Nobody's Excited Expanded to 48 teams, Scotland are going — and a Scot in his 30s told Jack that neither he nor any of his mates (all doing well financially, normally first on the plane) have any interest. Ticket prices are "extraordinary." The final is at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey — which Jack describes as "Waverley on steroids, but even more bleak."01:36:08 — Australia's Draw Socceroos face Turkey first up, then the United States. Jack suggests marketing it as "Gallipoli Round Two." Spain are favourites; England, Brazil, and Germany are in the chasing pack.01:37:06 — Cricket: England v New Zealand, First Test at Lord's Joel runs through New Zealand's likely top seven — Latham, Conway, Williamson, Ravindra, Mitchell, Blundell — noting the first four have all made Test double-centuries. "Just about the best first six in Test cricket." With O'Rourke's express pace and Henry's quality, this is a formidable Black Caps side.01:38:40 — Stump Speech & Next Week Listener mail (including an "exposé of who Jack is") held over for next episode. For the record: Hong Kong Jack's CV includes HSC at Assumption College Kilmore, a stint as a carpenter, a law degree from Melbourne University, stints at Holding Redlich and Slater & Gordon, work as a litigation and immigration lawyer, and an appointment to the Refugee Review Tribunal as a federal cabinet appointee.01:40:39 — Outro Joel thanks listeners for hanging in for an extra ten minutes. Back next week.The Two Jacks is recorded weekly. Send your questions and feedback to the show.
The Collapse of Germany (Part 1) Black Spy Podcast number 249, Season 25, Episode 0008 In this week's and next week's incisive episodes of the Black Spy Podcast, Carlton King delivers a hard-hitting geopolitical assessment of Germany's present day collapse from its position of the undisputed economic powerhouse of the European continent as a result of Germany's action to aid the Ukraine in its conflict with Russia. Carlton examines the growing militarism of Germany, its Intelligence Reconnaissance Surveillance (IRS) support to the Ukraine to strike Russian cities including Moscow and St Petersburg as well as building German forces to a level not seen since the Third Reich. Carlton argues that this military build-up threatens much of the world and particularly ordinary European citizens and many of Europe's nationalist political elites. Carlton asks why German politicians allowed their economy to be destroyed, explaining the relevance of who destroyed the Nordstream pipeline in this vain. Nordstream providing Germany with an abundance of extremely cheap energy, Additionally, Carlton asks if German politicians have been compromised by compromat material as the US NSA was listening into (eavesdropping) on German politicians including Angela Merkel for over a decade. Along with this situation Carlton exhaustively assesses why Germany is collapsing. So listen now to The Black Spy Podcast and be entertained whilst simultaneously learning. Moreover, if you wish to discuss this episode or any other with Carlton or other members of the regular Black Spy Podcast team, feel free to do so, In order to never miss another episode please subscribe. To contact Firgas Esack of the DAPS Agency go to Linked In To contact Dr Rchel Taylor go to Substack To contact Carlton King utilise any of the following: To donate - Patreon.com/TheBlackSpyPodcast Email: carltonking2003@gmail.com Facebook: The Black Spy Podcast Facebook: Carlton King Author Twitter@Carlton_King Instagram@carltonkingauthor To read Carlton's Autobiography: "Black Ops – The incredible true story of a (Black) British secret agent" Click the link below: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/BO1MTV2GDF/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_WNZ5MT89T9C14CB53651 If you are interested to know about the Male Menopause or fear you or a loved one is suffering for unknown reasons please consider reading Dr Rachel's & Carlton's book on the how the Menopause effects men - search Amazon Books for: The Male Menopause - The Hidden Crisis (ASIN: B0G5M78PSZ)
In this conversation, Minter Dial welcomes Dixie Maria Carlton, celebrated author and publishing consultant affectionately known as the “word witch.” With decades of experience guiding aspiring writers from rough ideas to finished manuscripts, Dixie brings a refreshingly candid perspective on the realities of book writing, publishing, and beyond. Together, Minter and Dixie delve into the transformative journey of authorship—what it means to move from the blank page to powerful public presence, and why crafting a book today is as much about authority and influence as it is about the written word. Dixie sheds light on the evolving state of book reading and publishing, offering her take on why, despite the digital deluge, readers—and books—still matter more than ever. Their exchange traverses the nuances of language, the importance of clarity and simplicity in communication, and the sometimes overlooked art of translating expertise into genuine impact, both on stage and off. Dixie shares practical wisdom for thought leaders seeking to build a meaningful ecosystem around their work, and doesn't shy away from the current debates around AI's place in writing: when it supports creativity and when it threatens the soul of authorship. Peppered with stories from years of coaching, tales of transformation, and reflections on the lost art of meaningful conversation, this episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking clarity amid the noise of modern publishing, or hoping to turn their expertise into work that truly resonates. Tune in as Minter Dial and Dixie Maria Carlton explore the heart, craft, and future of communicating ideas that matter.
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Renowned Kemtologist Tony Browder leads our classroom discussion with his inspiring insights. Brother Tony will offer an exclusive preview of his highly anticipated study tour of Kemet, share highlights from his captivating Egypt on the Potomac seminar, and reveal the metaphysical influences behind the legendary music of Earth, Wind & Fire. Before Brother Tony, be moved by Carlton Lewis, a trailblazer from the original Dixie Hummingbirds, as he shares his extraordinary journey into the music industry—an essential feature of our Black Music Month celebration. The morning begins with Lincoln University Professor Gnaka Lagoke, who will provide crucial updates on the evolving situations in the Sahel nations and Senegal—knowledge every engaged community member should hear.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Carlton have been fined $75,000 over their handling of an incident involving player Elijah Hollands in a game against Collingwood in April. The fine will be paid to the AFL's mental health partner, Headspace. - Il Carlton è stato multato 75.000 dollari per la gestione di un episodio che ha coinvolto il giocatore Elijah Hollands durante una partita contro il Collingwood ad aprile. L'importo della multa sarà devoluto a Headspace, partner dell'AFL nel campo della salute mentale.
Hello Booty Gang, and welcome to Episode 100 of BUTT HONESTLY.One hundred episodes. Hundreds of questions. Thousands of laughs. Countless discussions about things most people would never dare bring up in public. And for this milestone episode, we're handing the microphone over to the people who made it all possible: you.This week is all about the Booty Gangsters and the stories, questions, confessions, and experiences you've trusted us with over the years.One listener is facing a shocking diagnosis. Another is navigating the frustrating reality of a sex life temporarily sidelined by medication and all the unexpected challenges that come with it.We also hear from a Booty Gangster whose story serves as a powerful reminder that grief, healing, pleasure, and joy aren't mutually exclusive—sometimes they all show up together, often when you least expect them.And because this is Butt Honestly, we couldn't get through Episode 100 without a little adventure. One listener checks a major item off his sexual bucket list and sends us a detailed play-by-play of a first-time experience he'll never forget—and frankly, neither will we.Along the way, Dr. Carlton and Dangilo reflect on 100 episodes of medical questions, questionable decisions, life lessons, laughter, community, and the incredible group of listeners who continue to make this show what it is.From the heartfelt to the hilarious, the educational to the outrageous, you've trusted us with your stories, and we've been honored to share them.So grab your headphones, settle in, and join us as we celebrate Episode 100 the best way we know how: by keeping it honest, keeping it real, and keeping it 100.And of course, the guys wrap things up with their Love Language of the Week—because after 100 episodes, a little love still goes a long way.Thank you for listening. Thank you for sharing. Thank you for being part of the Booty Gang.Here's to the next 100.