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JOIN THE ACADEMY! VISIT CONCRETESCHOOL.CO TO START LEARNING TODAY.ON THIS EPISODE OF THE CONCRETE LOGIC PODCASTWhat happens when an admixture reaches the concrete producer in a different condition than when it left the manufacturer?Seth is joined by Concrete Bob Higgins to discuss how heat, cold, microbial growth, separation, and poor storage or transportation can affect water-based admixtures before they enter the mix.They examine how admixtures may change during shipping or storage, why producers should watch for unusual odors, color changes, solids, scum, or consistency changes, and why manufacturers should provide clear handling requirements.Before blaming the cement, weather, batch plant, or contractor for a concrete problem, should we first ask what happened to the admixtures?WHAT YOU'LL LEARNWhy Bob believes stacking admixtures can create cascading chemical effects in concreteHow microbial growth may change the condition and performance of water-based admixturesWhy biocides are used in some admixture formulationsHow high storage temperatures may affect microbial protectionWhat odor, color, viscosity, sediment, or surface growth may indicate about an admixtureWhy transportation and warehouse conditions matter before an admixture reaches the batch plantSeth's concern about admixtures traveling through unconditioned trucks and storage containersWhy adding more of a damaged or altered admixture may create additional problemsHow cold temperatures may contribute to separation, crystallization, or inconsistent dosing in some formulationsWhy Bob recommends getting storage and handling requirements from manufacturers in writingWhat ready-mix producers should inspect before using an admixture that appears different than expectedCHAPTERS(00:00) Why admixture handling matters (03:00) Concrete Logic Academy and a new learning game (04:16) Are we mishandling concrete admixtures? (05:21) Cascading effects when admixtures are combined (06:10) Biocides, heat, and microbial growth (08:20) What a spoiled admixture may look and smell like (10:26) Cold-weather storage and water-based products (12:17) Why Bob wants better shipping quality control (15:06) Storage temperature and the condition of the product (17:12) Seth questions what happens during normal transportation (18:21) Why simply increasing the dosage may not solve the problem (20:20) Are admixtures tested under real jobsite conditions? (21:28) Checking microbial-growth claims with AI (24:06) Refrigerated shipping and controlled storage (25:53) Separation, crystallization, and dosing consistency (28:05) Get the manufacturer's requirements in writing (28:51) Smell it, inspect it, and do not ignore warning signs (29:45) Bob's practical advice for ready-mix producersGUEST INFORobert "Concrete Bob" HigginsGuest link: https://www.concretelogicpodcast.com/guests/robert-higgins/CONCRETE LOGIC ACADEMYConcrete chemistry gets complicated quickly when one change affects everything else in the mix.Understanding why an admixture works, how it should be handled, and what can interfere with its performance gives you a better foundation for solving concrete problems instead of guessing.Concrete Logic Academy provides practical concrete education, professional-development courses, and real-world lessons connected to the podcast.Join for free:https://concreteschool.coSUPPORT THE PODCASTIf the Concrete Logic Podcast gives you value, send a little value back.You can support the show here:https://www.concretelogicpodcast.com/support/Interested in sponsoring the podcast or working with Concrete Logic Media?Email Seth: seth@concretelogicpodcast.comLooking for workwear and hunting gear that can keep up with demanding conditions? KUIU delivers premium, purpose-built gear designed for serious performance. Get 15% off your first order:https://www.concretelogicpodcast.com/kuiuCREDITSProducers: Joshua Huckeby, Jodi Tandett and Concrete Logic MediaMusic by: Mike Duntonhttps://www.mdunton.com/WHERE TO FIND SETHConcrete Logic Podcast:https://www.concretelogicpodcast.com/YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@concretelogicpodcastLinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/seth-tandett/Concrete Logic Academy:https://www.concretelogicacademy.com/Until next time, let's keep it concrete.

Lords: Kory https://kbones.fun/ Jeremy https://gamemaking.social/@SpindleyQ Topics: Forgetting that the old internet also kind of sucked, or, the Tar Pit From Hell Theory Starting over in C after a hiatus from non-pico8 game development Burning the Candle at Both Ends, by Andy Wallace https://taper.badquar.to/15/burning_the_candle.html Speedrunning figuring out how to romhack The Legend of Zelda because of a toot https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLhKtbablIXrfIJf-icFkrXv94KCgEser8 https://youtube.com/watch?v=ACuk2TXoNhc Microtopics: Coming in hot. Switching to paperbacks. Cascading interpretations of a kernel of an idea. The yips for reading sci-fi. Dealing with a succession of bureaucrats as you try to get the most interesting version of your book published. Kids: they've gotten too rowdy in Korean high schools. Sending in Jason Bourne to discipline rowdy high school kids. The Fringe Game History podcast. Meowio. Forums: they were also terrible. Placing your web site on a big slab of plexiglass that floats around on the tar pit from hell. Naturally occurring toxic engagement vs. actively farming the stuff. The switch that flipped that suddenly made everyone stop caring what No Mutants Allowed thought. The naked animosity between the PalmOS community and the Pocket PC community. The Gamers Quarter. Making stuff and talking about the stuff you're making. Interesting things spawning out of stews. Cockamamie theories that survive mostly because their names are fun to say. Meeting friends on the Internet and having the ability to meet them in person. Every game eventually becomes a Zelda-like if you're not careful. Instantiating the particle system. Inventing the easing function. Inventing a thing that already exists. Applying a bunch of easing functions to make it look like you're climbing a tower. Whim-based game development. Walking around a maze and picking up pages that have spells on them. Whim-Based Development Problems. The most whims you can fit on a Pico-8 cartridge. Getting a guy moving on the screen and then making the rest of the video game. Downloading Turbo C and being like "I'm gonna program the EGA!" Running out of engine programming tasks and being forced to start on game design. Neu][ower. All the game projects that improved your life even though they never shipped. Making the game that's easy for you to make. Starting a project that requires a bunch of writing even though you get anxiety about writing. That 30% cut is coming right out of the microtopics. Inaction: it carries its own risk. CP-437 block and line drawing characters. Things to do if you value shipping a game. Emoji moving around with a CRT filter over it. Valuing the wrong paths you take for the lessons you learned from them. Jump-scaring yourself the first time you type "malloc." There's no segfaulting on a 286; the bits just fall out the back. Zelda cave merchants appearing in a puff of smoke. Wild speculation about 6502 assembly. Using FCEUX to develop a ROM hack for The Legend of Zelda. Nerdsniping. Killing the enemy in object slot #1. Why edit RAM when you could edit the ROM? Doing very untoward things to The Legend of Zelda.

Tonight, in this incendiary investigative edition of Light ‘Em Up!We're burying our nose into the international intrigue, kidnapping and arrest of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.The arrest of Maduro is not the first time the US has captured a sitting head of government in Latin America.In December 1989, the George H.W. Bush administration launched Operation Just Cause, deploying over 24,000 U.S. troops to depose Panama's Manuel Noriega and bring him to the United States to face federal drug-trafficking charges.For the longest time, President Trump has had a “hard on” for Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro.Maduro is accused by U.S. authorities of being one of the world's largest narco-traffickers, actively working with cartels to smuggle fentanyl-laced cocaine into the U.S. and engaging in narco-terrorism.In March 2020, Maduro was charged in a Southern District of New York federal indictment for:—     narco-terrorism, conspiracy to import cocaine,—     possession of machine guns and destructive devices,—     and conspiracy to possess machine guns and destructive devices in violation of Title 21 U.S.C. §§ 960a and 963, and 18 U.S.C. § 924.—     The U.S. Government initially offered a reward offer of up to $15 million for any information leading to the arrest and/or conviction of Nicolás Maduro Moros in 2020.  The Biden Administration's Department of State on January 8, 2025, announced raising the reward offer to up to $25 million and ultimately $50 million under Trump 2.0.President Trump's opposition to Maduro was driven by Maduro's alleged authoritarian governance, political corruption, and alleged involvement in large-scale drug trafficking.Trump also frequently criticized Maduro for undermining democratic elections (as he himself has done) and allying with U.S. geopolitical rivals like China, Russia, and Iran.In this episode, we'll shine the antiseptic light of the truth and examine:The allegations that Nicolás Maduro and his wife Cilia Adela Flores de Maduro stand accused of — and have been indicted on.As you know from previous episodes of Light ‘Em Up:Criminal charges are merely accusations, and the defendant is presumed innocent until and unless found guilty at trial or by plea.—     Straight from the indictment we'll investigate the Trump administration's case and legal arguments …—     We'll examine the legal nuances of the DOJ indictment detailing narco-terrorism and drug trafficking charges,—     As well as the international impacts and law that cover head of state sovereignty, state sovereignty and the “legality” of such a sweeping international action.—     All with an intense focus on the response from the EU, Latin America, China, Russia.Trump says, “The Venezuelan people are “Happy”.  We've learned differently.The fallout from this raid continues to shape international relations, with global leaders split between condemning the breach of sovereignty and supporting the removal of an autocratic regime.Arresting and extraditing your political enemies can serve as a convenient way to get rid of political rivals — but it doesn't make the process clean, easy or lawful.Was this massive use of military force in Caracas a violation of international law, and more specifically Article 2 §4 of The UN Charter?Is Mr. Maduro entitled to immunity as the head of state of a sovereign country?  The U.S. government maintains that he obtained the status through a fraudulent election. General Noriega made a similar claim and lost.Nicolás Maduro declared himself a prisoner of war, a status that the last Latin American leader seized by U.S. forces, Gen. Manuel Antonio Noriega, also claimed.What will be the geopolitical impact for Venezuela and what does its future look like in conjunction with President Trump's declaration that the U.S. would “oversee” Venezuela's transition, and the subsequent installation of Maduro's Number 2 … interim president Delcy Rodríguez.These actions will certainly have broader geopolitical and energy implications for the region. The search for the truth and justice begins RIGHT HERE … and RIGHT NOW!Tune in for all the explosive details and our sponsors Newsly & Feedspot!We want to hear from you!Support the show

Entrepreneurs continue to make a go of it despite current economic uncertainty, with business applications increasing 3.7% in May. Host Gene Marks says with access to new markets and inexpensive technology, there's never been a better time to own a business. The news isn't all rosy, as rising healthcare costs point to a potential trickle down to employees in 2027, but Gene shares a few strategies to offset. In AI news, a partnership with Perplexity is creating opportunities for some SBA loan recipients to get credit to afford resources to help with AI training.  Topics: 00:00 – Introduction 01:03 – Rise in Business Applications 03:36 – Shifting Healthcare Costs 06:20 – AI Credits Through SBA partnership 08:21 – Episode Wrap-up Additional Resources Register for AI webinar: https://bit.ly/ai-webinar-series Meet Paychex: https://bit.ly/3VtM6bs DISCLAIMER: The information presented in this podcast, and that is further provided by the presenter, should not be considered legal or accounting advice, and should not substitute for legal, accounting, or other professional advice in which the facts and circumstances may warrant. We encourage you to consult legal counsel as it pertains to your own unique situation(s) and/or with any specific legal questions you may have.

In this retail heat map episode, Carol Spieckerman examines the cascading cost crisis reshaping the consumer economy in 2026. From fuel price spikes driven by Strait of Hormuz disruptions to corporate pricing strategies that blur the line between necessity and opportunism, Carol connects seemingly disparate headlines to reveal a structural economic shift affecting every aspect of retail. Through her recent media contributions, including an appearance on China Global Television Network, Carol analyzes how petroleum-embedded supply chains create compounding cost pressures while retailers navigate impossible choices between absorbing increases or passing them to cash-strapped consumers. Plus, insights into Walmart's digital shelf label rollout, GLP-1 medication impacts on retail assortments, and why this inflationary wave differs fundamentally from previous cycles.Key TakeawaysFuel crisis creates retail domino effect across all categories – With gas prices experiencing the largest single-day increase since March 2022 and national averages nearing $5 per gallon, petroleum costs embedded throughout supply chains affect everything from plastic packaging to agricultural fertilizers. Carol explains how disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz (handling one-third of global seaborne oil) trigger immediate price spikes that retailers implement within days, creating a 3-6 week lag between crude oil disruption and consumer impact.Corporate profit margins reveal opportunistic pricing during crisis – Analysis of corporate earnings shows many companies maintaining steady or higher profit margins during inflationary periods, raising questions about legitimate cost increases versus margin padding. Carol explores the "honor system" approach to pricing transparency and how some companies use economic chaos as cover for profit expansion while others genuinely struggle with supply chain cost pressures.Walmart's digital shelf label technology enables dynamic pricing capabilities The retailer's chain-wide rollout of digital shelf labels brings operational efficiency gains but also introduces capability for real-time price changes every ten seconds. Despite Walmart's commitment to implementing updates outside shopping hours, the technology infrastructure supports surge pricing models already normalized in e-commerce, flight booking, and ride-sharing platforms.Consumer behavior shifts toward purposeful, consolidated shopping – Rising transportation costs drive preference for one-stop shopping destinations like Walmart and Amazon while penalizing specialty retailers requiring dedicated trips. Lower-income households face disproportionate budget pressure from necessity spending increases, while small businesses lack negotiating leverage to manage supplier cost increases, creating widening competitive gaps in retail marketplace.GLP-1 medication impacts follow cyclical patterns rather than permanent shifts – Weight-loss drug usage affects retail assortments and portion sizing, but Carol's analysis reveals cyclical consumer behavior as users plateau, reach goals, or discontinue medications. Rather than fundamentally reshaping availability for all shoppers, retailers expand assortments to accommodate GLP-1 users alongside traditional options, with larger diversified retailers better positioned to serve multiple consumer segments simultaneously.The Retail RealityCarol identifies this moment as a structural economic shift rather than temporary inflation, with cascading costs affecting petroleum-dependent supply chains, manufacturing processes, and transportation networks simultaneously. The crisis reveals competitive advantages for diversified retailers with multiple revenue streams (marketplace fees, advertising income, membership programs) while exposing vulnerabilities in specialty retail formats requiring dedicated consumer trips. Corporate pricing strategies range from legitimate cost management to opportunistic margin expansion, with long-term customer loyalty implications for companies perceived as exploiting economic hardship. Technology developments like digital shelf labeling accelerate dynamic pricing capabilities while consumer acceptance remains uncertain. The episode concludes that traditional retail assumptions about average consumers with predictable needs no longer apply, as economic pressure creates more calculated shopping behaviors, conditional brand loyalty, and expectations for demonstrable value on every purchase. Retailers must balance transparency about genuine cost pressures with creative value delivery methods that go beyond simple price competition.Want to be a guest on Spieckerman Speaks Retail? Contact team@spieckermanretail.comCheck out more of Carol's retail insights and updates Follow Carol on LinkedInFollow Carol on Twitter

Josh (@cardboard_chronicles) and Chris (@chris_hoj), the founders of Card Ladder, join forces to bring you the most entertaining and educational sports card discussion on the internet every Friday night.Conduct your own Card research like the pro's with Card Ladder. Go to http://www.cardladder.com and browse thousands of cards for free and you can unlock more great features by going pro for $15/month (with a 7-day free trial).Follow Card Ladder @CardLadder on instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/cardladder/Follow Josh @Carboard_Chronicles on instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/cardboard_chronicles/Follow Chris @Chris_HOJ on instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/chris_hoj/Follow Kristina @KristinasPC on instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/kristinaspc/Follow Stiff @StiffArmWax on instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/stiffarmwax/

Show Notes Josh and Ben do a deep dive on the American cultural practice of “seat saving” at free-to enter events, discuss the new trend of graduates booing commencement speakers who mention AI, and finally they try several claims of Star Wars in the court of B@M opinion.   Intro & Follow-up (0-6:06) Denny’s & Masters of the Universe  Bad at Saving Seats and Booing AI (6:06-53:51) KU Students camping out to get basketball tickets (video)  Grads are booing commencement speakers for their AI comments  The IT Crowd: Introducing Jen to the Internet  What I’m Reading & Bad at Magic (53:51-1:02:54) Josh: Knife of Dreams by Robert Jordan  Ben: Future Boy by Michael J. Fox  Star Wars Small Claims Court (1:02:54-end) The Mandalorian and Grogu Trailer  Undercover Boss: Kylo Ren  Obi-Wan’s Love Affair  Next time: Mr. Mom vs. The Breadwinner  Join in the discussion on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BadAtMagicPodcast  Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/badatmagic/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@badatmagic/podcasts  Check out our website(s): http://www.badatmagic.live  Our YouTube Channel  Support us on: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/badatmagic/  Credits: Bad at Magic Logos by Jonica Rich  Transition music by Jarus Rich  Outro music from Cascading by Ammon Rich 

Cascading Dissonance: Conversations w/ Shin Chida, Scot Jenerik and Mike Meanstreetz WFMU Playlist & Interactive Live Chat This week we are lucky to have a panel discussion with Shin Chida, Scot Jenerik and Mike Meanstreetz, who are collectively touring at the end of May / and through June, on the “Cascading Dissonance” Tour. Scot is … Continue reading Cascading Dissonance: Conversations w/ Shin Chida, Scot Jenerik and Mike Meanstreetz.

Looking for daily inspiration?  Get a quote from the top leaders in the industry in your inbox every morning.   Niko Radjenovic is the Vice President of Business Services for the Wildlife Conservation Society. After growing up visiting the Bronx Zoo as a child, Niko joined the organization at just 15 years old as a seasonal employee and has now spent nearly 35 years with WCS, rising through the ranks from frontline operations to executive leadership. Today, he oversees attendance-driven revenue and visitation strategies across the Bronx Zoo, New York Aquarium, Central Park Zoo, Prospect Park Zoo, and Queens Zoo. In this interview, Niko talks about pioneering conservation, nimble leadership, and cascading goals. Pioneering conservation “We were a pioneer in conservation. Now it's one of those buzzwords, but a hundred plus years ago, not so much.” Niko explains how the Bronx Zoo and the Wildlife Conservation Society helped shape modern conservation efforts long before conservation became a mainstream focus. He shares the story of how the Bronx Zoo played a key role in helping save the American bison population more than a century ago by breeding bison and reintroducing them into protected habitats in the western United States. He also highlights the organization's history of creating naturalistic, cageless habitats that transformed how zoos approached animal care and guest experiences. Throughout the conversation, Niko reinforces how conservation is woven into every aspect of the organization. From educational messaging throughout the parks to the global field conservation programs operated by WCS, he emphasizes that the guest experience is designed to inspire visitors to care about wildlife and natural habitats. He also discusses how initiatives like the Animal Planet series The Zoo helped communicate the level of care and dedication behind animal welfare and conservation efforts. Nimble leadership “You have to take risks and you have to try new stuff.” Having spent his entire career with one organization, Niko reflects on the leadership philosophy that has allowed him to continually evolve while keeping his teams engaged. He describes the importance of understanding what success looks like, empowering people based on their strengths, and creating excitement around organizational change. Rather than relying on rigid structures or micromanagement, he focuses on transparency, consistency, and helping team members grow into new opportunities. Niko also shares how he approaches leadership with an entrepreneurial mindset. He discusses a pivotal decision around food service operations, where instead of outsourcing, he proposed reinvesting in the business internally and building the expertise needed to improve operations from within. That decision led to significant growth and stronger financial returns for the organization. He credits much of that success to being nimble, embracing change, and surrounding himself with talented people who can execute effectively. Cascading goals “We always make sure they're cascading, that everybody's goals support their manager's goals, support the department goals, support my goals as the business unit head.” One of the leadership concepts Niko revisits multiple times throughout the interview is the importance of alignment across teams and departments. Managing five different properties across New York City requires consistent communication, shared priorities, and a clear understanding of organizational objectives. He explains how cascading goals help ensure every employee understands how their role contributes to broader organizational success. Niko also describes practical strategies for maintaining consistency across multiple locations, including leadership exchanges between properties, regular walkthroughs, and what he calls “inspect what you expect.” By visiting the parks both as a leader and anonymously as a guest, he gains firsthand insight into the visitor experience and identifies opportunities for improvement. This alignment between strategy, operations, and frontline execution has helped WCS maintain strong guest experiences while continuing to grow attendance and revenue.   Niko can be reached on LinkedIn, as well as by email at nradjenovic@wcs.org. To learn more about the Wildlife Conservation Society, visit WCS.org. This podcast wouldn't be possible without the incredible work of our faaaaaantastic team:   Scheduling and correspondence by Kristen Karaliunas   To connect with AttractionPros: AttractionPros.com AttractionPros@gmail.com AttractionPros on Facebook AttractionPros on LinkedIn AttractionPros on Instagram AttractionPros on Twitter (X)

Interview with Dimitri Sirota from BigID Most organizations think AI risk lives in the model – or the identity. It doesn't. It lives in the data. In this episode, BigID's CEO reframes the conversation: why legacy access controls are breaking down, why visibility into sensitive data is the missing foundation, and what it takes to govern humans and machines under a single, accountable framework. Segment Resources: BigID's Agent Access Management Guide BigID's podcast, CTRL + ALT + AI This Week's Topic: Cascading Breaches We're seeing more and more 3rd and 4th party attacks that chain through multiple layers of compromised tools and services. In this topic segment, we discuss the two main aspects of this trend: How we can stop the chain of breaches from a third party library, vendor, or service provider How this might get handled at the legal, contractual, and organizational levels We discuss two big recent examples: Sonicwall's 2025 breach of their cloud firewall configuration backup service The compromise of Aqua Security's widely used Trivy open source tool The Weekly Enterprise News Finally, in the enterprise security news, Funding and M&A courtesy of the Security, Funded newsletter We have evidence that attackers are leveraging AI now (this sounds like old news, but there was little to no evidence before, when people were claiming this) The Angry admin problem emerges again Vulnerability information is getting crazy to keep up with Breach information is getting crazy to keep up with You can give your Agents an allowance now - don't spend it all in one place Are vulnerabilities sparse or dense? Mythos, as a model, isn't all that special Deploy your own deception sensors! Japan made something weird. Again. All that and more, on this episode of Enterprise Security Weekly. Visit https://www.securityweekly.com/esw for all the latest episodes! Show Notes: https://securityweekly.com/esw-459

Interview with Dimitri Sirota from BigID Most organizations think AI risk lives in the model – or the identity. It doesn't. It lives in the data. In this episode, BigID's CEO reframes the conversation: why legacy access controls are breaking down, why visibility into sensitive data is the missing foundation, and what it takes to govern humans and machines under a single, accountable framework. Segment Resources: BigID's Agent Access Management Guide BigID's podcast, CTRL + ALT + AI This Week's Topic: Cascading Breaches We're seeing more and more 3rd and 4th party attacks that chain through multiple layers of compromised tools and services. In this topic segment, we discuss the two main aspects of this trend: How we can stop the chain of breaches from a third party library, vendor, or service provider How this might get handled at the legal, contractual, and organizational levels We discuss two big recent examples: Sonicwall's 2025 breach of their cloud firewall configuration backup service The compromise of Aqua Security's widely used Trivy open source tool The Weekly Enterprise News Finally, in the enterprise security news, Funding and M&A courtesy of the Security, Funded newsletter We have evidence that attackers are leveraging AI now (this sounds like old news, but there was little to no evidence before, when people were claiming this) The Angry admin problem emerges again Vulnerability information is getting crazy to keep up with Breach information is getting crazy to keep up with You can give your Agents an allowance now - don't spend it all in one place Are vulnerabilities sparse or dense? Mythos, as a model, isn't all that special Deploy your own deception sensors! Japan made something weird. Again. All that and more, on this episode of Enterprise Security Weekly. Visit https://www.securityweekly.com/esw for all the latest episodes! Show Notes: https://securityweekly.com/esw-459

Interview with Dimitri Sirota from BigID Most organizations think AI risk lives in the model – or the identity. It doesn't. It lives in the data. In this episode, BigID's CEO reframes the conversation: why legacy access controls are breaking down, why visibility into sensitive data is the missing foundation, and what it takes to govern humans and machines under a single, accountable framework. Segment Resources: BigID's Agent Access Management Guide BigID's podcast, CTRL + ALT + AI This Week's Topic: Cascading Breaches We're seeing more and more 3rd and 4th party attacks that chain through multiple layers of compromised tools and services. In this topic segment, we discuss the two main aspects of this trend: How we can stop the chain of breaches from a third party library, vendor, or service provider How this might get handled at the legal, contractual, and organizational levels We discuss two big recent examples: Sonicwall's 2025 breach of their cloud firewall configuration backup service The compromise of Aqua Security's widely used Trivy open source tool The Weekly Enterprise News Finally, in the enterprise security news, Funding and M&A courtesy of the Security, Funded newsletter We have evidence that attackers are leveraging AI now (this sounds like old news, but there was little to no evidence before, when people were claiming this) The Angry admin problem emerges again Vulnerability information is getting crazy to keep up with Breach information is getting crazy to keep up with You can give your Agents an allowance now - don't spend it all in one place Are vulnerabilities sparse or dense? Mythos, as a model, isn't all that special Deploy your own deception sensors! Japan made something weird. Again. All that and more, on this episode of Enterprise Security Weekly. This segment is sponsored by BigID. Visit https://securityweekly.com/bigid to learn more about them! Show Notes: https://securityweekly.com/esw-459

Interview with Dimitri Sirota from BigID Most organizations think AI risk lives in the model – or the identity. It doesn't. It lives in the data. In this episode, BigID's CEO reframes the conversation: why legacy access controls are breaking down, why visibility into sensitive data is the missing foundation, and what it takes to govern humans and machines under a single, accountable framework. Segment Resources: BigID's Agent Access Management Guide BigID's podcast, CTRL + ALT + AI This Week's Topic: Cascading Breaches We're seeing more and more 3rd and 4th party attacks that chain through multiple layers of compromised tools and services. In this topic segment, we discuss the two main aspects of this trend: How we can stop the chain of breaches from a third party library, vendor, or service provider How this might get handled at the legal, contractual, and organizational levels We discuss two big recent examples: Sonicwall's 2025 breach of their cloud firewall configuration backup service The compromise of Aqua Security's widely used Trivy open source tool The Weekly Enterprise News Finally, in the enterprise security news, Funding and M&A courtesy of the Security, Funded newsletter We have evidence that attackers are leveraging AI now (this sounds like old news, but there was little to no evidence before, when people were claiming this) The Angry admin problem emerges again Vulnerability information is getting crazy to keep up with Breach information is getting crazy to keep up with You can give your Agents an allowance now - don't spend it all in one place Are vulnerabilities sparse or dense? Mythos, as a model, isn't all that special Deploy your own deception sensors! Japan made something weird. Again. All that and more, on this episode of Enterprise Security Weekly. Show Notes: https://securityweekly.com/esw-459

Show Notes Josh joins the High School band booster club, Ben’s Optometrist “almost served” in the military, the guys recap their trip to MagicCON Vegas 2026, they discuss the “red button or blue button” dilemma, and Ben updates his thesis that the accumulation of risk controls is an uncontrolled risk (AKA “The Tyranny of Zero”).  Intro & Follow-up (0-9:49) Zorach v. Clauson | 343 U.S. 306 (1952) | Justia U.S. Supreme Court Center  Vegas 2026 (9:49-40:58) Photo of Josh and Ben at MagicCON  Bad at Parenting (40:58-49:14)  Bad at Veteraning (49:14-53:56)  What I’m Reading (53:56-1:08:37) Josh: Knife of Dreams by Robert Jordan  Ben: All the Rage: Mothers, Fathers, and the Myth of Equal Partnership by Darcy Lockman  The Tyranny of Zero (1:08:37-end) Lying to Ourselves: Dishonesty in the Army Profession  Join in the discussion on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BadAtMagicPodcast  Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/badatmagic/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@badatmagic/podcasts  Check out our website(s): http://www.badatmagic.live  Our YouTube Channel  Support us on: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/badatmagic/  Credits: Bad at Magic Logos by Jonica Rich  Transition music by Jarus Rich  Outro music from Cascading by Ammon Rich 

Show Notes Ben and Josh find out who is actually the most evil Disney baddie based on the crimes they committed, Josh cleans out his bookmarks bar (in 2026? Really??), Ben gets a cat (yes, really), and–CONTENT WARNING–the guys relive their vasectomies.   Intro & Follow-up (0-8:56) A cool guide to the most evil Disney villain of all time  Bad at Tech (8:56-15:41) Sluggy Freelance  Bad at Parenting (15:41-27:48) Ben’s First Cat  Bad at Logic & What I’m Reading (27:48-45:18) Woman filling plastic bags with gas?  Josh: The Wheel of Time, of course and…  Who Not How by Dan Sullivan  Ben: Repenter by James McGowan  Exit Interview by Kristi Coulter  Bad at virility (45:18-end) Purely Vasectomies  Join in the discussion on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BadAtMagicPodcast  Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/badatmagic/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@badatmagic/podcasts  Check out our website(s): http://www.badatmagic.live  Our YouTube Channel  Support us on: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/badatmagic/  Credits: Bad at Magic Logos by Jonica Rich  Transition music by Jarus Rich  Outro music from Cascading by Ammon Rich 

Send us Fan MailFirst Page Feedback: Charlotte's Hunt for GloryBeth and Lisa critique the opening page of a middle grade fantasy submission and pull out craft lessons for any writer working on those critical first pages.The SubmissionCharlotte's Hunt for Glory follows 12-year-old Charlotte through a morning routine steeped in grief for her late grandmother and sibling envy — anchored by a rich exploration of hair as identity.What's WorkingA strong, warm first-person voice with real overall potentialEfficient emotional layering: grief, envy, and identity all on page oneSmall character moments (sticking her tongue out at the mirror) that do big workWhat to Work OnNo fantasy signal. MG fantasy readers expect an early hint of the fantastical — even one small touch. It needs to appear quickly.The "why now" test. Nothing distinguishes this morning from any other. Signal that this day changes everything (or something).Too much telling. The sister and family dynamics can be revealed through action and dialogue rather than description.Watch the clichés. Cascading down her back and stab of envy undercut an otherwise fresh voice.Craft TakeawaysEvery sentence in your opening must earn its place — if it's not doing work, cut it.Most writers warm up in their first chapter. In revision, the real story usually starts later than you think.Don't delete cut material — save it. It may fit somewhere else (and if it doesn't, that's okay too).Next episode: Ask Beth and Lisa — send in your questions!Writers with Wrinkles is hosted by Beth McMullen and Lisa Schmid. Support the show Visit the WebsiteFind Full Episodes on YouTube!Writers with Wrinkles Link Tree for socials and more!

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Show Notes Ben and Josh review the fictional Project Hail Mary and the real-life Artemis II mission. They give props to the WNBA management and take them from the Chipotle app developers. The hosts explore being bad at work, sports, food, and love. And finally, they give the D&D alignment chart one last chance to help them find, well: alignment.   Intro & Follow-up (0-39:19) “Those 3-hour work days are killing me.”  Artemis II Launch Video  Project Hail Mary trailer  Bad at Work/Sports/Food (39:19-54:49) WNBA Player Contract Breakthrough  Chipotle App Achievements  Bad at Love & What I’m Reading (54:49-1:16:01) The Five Love Languages  National Treasure example  What I’m Reading Josh: Winter’s Heart by Robert Jordan  Ben: Repenter by James McGowan  The D&D Alignment Chart (1:16:01-end) Lawful Good Werewolves  Spider-man in court  Join in the discussion on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BadAtMagicPodcast  Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/badatmagic/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@badatmagic/podcasts  Check out our website(s): http://www.badatmagic.live  Our YouTube Channel  Support us on: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/badatmagic/  Credits: Bad at Magic Logos by Jonica Rich  Transition music by Jarus Rich  Outro music from Cascading by Ammon Rich 

Show Notes Josh and Ben discuss the new Major League Baseball Automated Ball-Strike (ABS) Challenge System, Planar Standard, some Bad at Parenting, smelling nice vs. smelling clean, and they take on an AI-generated round of Mastermind you won’t want to miss!  Intro & Follow-up (0-41:04) The List of Prime Numbers  The MLB ABS Challenge: Explained (in 2.5 minutes)  Are MLB Players Shrinking??  Bad at Magic (41:04-46:35) Join us for…MagicCon: Las Vegas | 2026  Magic’s newest format: PLANAR STANDARD  What I’m Reading (46:35-54:38) Josh: A Crown of Swords by Robert Jordan Scarcity: Why Having Too Little Means So Much by Sendhil Mullainathan & Eldar Shafir  Ben: Repenter: Players of the Game Book 1 – James McGowan  Mastermind #3 (54:38-end) Animals are smarter than people (Brian Regan video)  Join in the discussion on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BadAtMagicPodcast  Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/badatmagic/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@badatmagic/podcasts  Check out our website(s): http://www.badatmagic.live  Our YouTube Channel  Support us on: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/badatmagic/  Credits: Bad at Magic Logos by Jonica Rich  Transition music by Jarus Rich  Outro music from Cascading by Ammon Rich 

The National Security Hour with LTC Sargis Sangari – Like the British, the Crusaders, the Romans, the Hellenic, the Egyptians, the Persians, the Assyrians, the Parthians, the Mongols, the Armies of Mohammad, and countless more, the Americans are fighting the Persians for control of the Pivot Area. But what Mackinder did not factor in was the effect that a deeply interconnected global trade dependence upon...

The National Security Hour with LTC Sargis Sangari – Like the British, the Crusaders, the Romans, the Hellenic, the Egyptians, the Persians, the Assyrians, the Parthians, the Mongols, the Armies of Mohammad, and countless more, the Americans are fighting the Persians for control of the Pivot Area. But what Mackinder did not factor in was the effect that a deeply interconnected global trade dependence upon...

Show Notes  Intro & Follow-up (0-39:52) YouTube Pilot’s Deadly Mistake Was Worse Than We Thought!  Project Hail Mary – Official Trailer  Alien Trailer HD (Original 1979 Ridley Scott Film) Sigourney Weaver   Check out League One VolleyBall (LOVB, pronounced LOVE)!  Bad at Tech & Work (39:52-1:35:05) Volvo auto braking system fail? (it was just a salesman at a dealership)  The worst volume control UI in the world  2002: when it was still possible to reach the end of the internet  Josh’s dream ultrawide monitor on Woot!  What I’m Reading (1:35:05-end) Josh: Lord of Chaos – Robert Jordan  Ben: Repenter: Players of the Game Book 1 – James McGowan Rick and Morty – Cookie Magneto  That’s so underground  Forgetting Sarah Marshall clip: Do less.  Join in the discussion on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BadAtMagicPodcast  Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/badatmagic/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@badatmagic/podcasts  Check out our website(s): http://www.badatmagic.live  Our YouTube Channel  Support us on: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/badatmagic/  Credits: Bad at Magic Logos by Jonica Rich  Transition music by Jarus Rich  Outro music from Cascading by Ammon Rich 

Just 11 days into the Iran war, Jamie hosts an in-depth discussion with two experts in the polyethylene market. Joining the conversation are Sleiman Bassila, founder and president of BIC Advisory Group, and Tom Hughes, founder, president, and CEO of Quantum Polymers.With a combined 45 years in the industry, Sleiman and Tom contextualize current events with a brief history of the polyethylene resin market. They discuss the current situation, compare it with the 2021 freeze caused by Winter Storm Uri, cover the significance of the shipping shutdown at the Strait of Hormuz, and share their thoughts on potential short- and long-term challenges ahead for producers and consumers.Chapters:00:00 - Introduction02:45 - Defining terms 03:43 - A brief history of the polyethylene market11:04 - Winter Storm Uri and the 2021 freeze15:05 - A chokepoint on global energy19:02 - Cascading implications22:44 - A dangerous situation24:49 - Global events and impacts at home28:13 - The importance of shipping routes29:23 - Seeing the big economic picture31:46 - Ongoing market volatility33:44 - Understanding the scope of the crisis35:00 - Higher prices, large volume buyers38:45 - Short- and long-term effects41:44 - Potential outcomes for the global economy44:32 - Final thoughtsRelated Content:#124: Who pays? The impact of tariffs on U.S. and Canadian ag#115: How will the 2024 election results impact ag?#8: Cause and effect: Plastic Resin SupplyFind us on social media!Facebook Twitter InstagramListen on these podcast platforms:Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube MusicYouTubeVisit our website to explore more episodes & water management education.

Show Notes Ben and Josh take on “the most dangerous room in the house”, group orders, skiing after 45, accountants as lawyers, and another dozen topics in the second Anthropocene Reviewed-style revue. Five stars.   Intro & Follow-up (0-33:19) The most dangerous room in the house  Waymo Traffic  The Square Hole  Vote in the Disney Baddie Showdown over on our Subreddit! Scar vs Ursula  Jafar vs Cruella  Bad at Anchoring (33:19-45:50)  Board Game Survivor & What I’m Reading (45:50-1:09:10) Josh: Lord of Chaos – Robert Jordan  Ben: World’s Fair – E.L. Doctorow  The Anthropocene Reviewed, Revisited (1:09:10-end) Better Off Ted  Join in the discussion on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BadAtMagicPodcast  Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/badatmagic/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@badatmagic/podcasts  Check out our website(s): http://www.badatmagic.live  Our YouTube Channel  Support us on: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/badatmagic/  Credits: Bad at Magic Logos by Jonica Rich  Transition music by Jarus Rich  Outro music from Cascading by Ammon Rich 

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Show Notes Ben and Josh debate the origins of The Bible, Josh crashes headlong into his limitations, and the guys discuss what makes a good (and bad) series and what the payoffs and pitfalls are for revisiting an intellectual property.   Intro & Follow-up (0-27:44) The Holy Bible  God is Disappointed in You – Mark Russell  What I’m Reading (27:44-40:10) Josh: The Fires of Heaven – Robert Jordan  Ben: The Great Gatsby – F. Scott Fitzgerald  Train Dreams – Denis Johnson  Main Segment: Serieses (40:10-end) The Muppets Episode 101: Pig Girls Don’t Cry  Jim Henson vs Stan Lee. Epic Rap Battles of History  The Expendables Star Trek Lower Decks  Join in the discussion on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BadAtMagicPodcast  Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/badatmagic/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@badatmagic/podcasts  Check out our website(s): http://www.badatmagic.live  Our YouTube Channel  Support us on: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/badatmagic/  Credits: Bad at Magic Logos by Jonica Rich  Transition music by Jarus Rich  Outro music from Cascading by Ammon Rich 

Show Notes Josh and Ben are (surprise, surprise) bad at parenting, the Cosmere is coming to TV with the oversight of Brandon Sanderson, Ben explains what a “trash bag move” is, and the guys fruitlessly debate which is better: fiction or nonfiction?  Intro & Follow-up (0-11:55) SEND HELP trailer  Bad at Husbanding (11:55-19:15)  Sanderson News (19:15-26:39) The Cosmere comes to Apple TV+  Trash Bag Moves (26:39-42:23)  Bad at Parenting & What I’m Reading (42:23-1:19:37) Josh: The Shadow Rising – Robert Jordan  Josh’s Homework: Bad at Magic Episode 4 – Scarcity  Fiction vs. Nonfiction Debate (1:19:37-end) John Green quotes himself   Ben and Josh’s first discussion on the Harvard Classics: Bad at Magic Episode 86 – A Thanksgiving Potpourri  Join in the discussion on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BadAtMagicPodcast  Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/badatmagic/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@badatmagic/podcasts  Check out our website(s): http://www.badatmagic.live  Our YouTube Channel  Support us on: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/badatmagic/  Credits: Bad at Magic Logos by Jonica Rich  Transition music by Jarus Rich  Outro music from Cascading by Ammon Rich 

Show Notes Ben and Josh talk about death, parenting, making your mark on the world, and present a new framework for analyzing business priorities they call “Ways of the Realm”.   Intro & Follow-up (0-15:59) What We Did on Our Holiday (UK)  The end of the ‘People I Mostly Admire’ podcast after 5 years  Bad at Parenting (15:59-38:58)  Your Pixel in the Grid (38:58-54:04) Jason’s Supra  Spreadsheets and What I’m Reading (54:04-1:20:55) Spreadsheet discussion on our subreddit  Josh: The Shadow Rising – Robert Jordan  Ben: Paradise Bronx: The Life and Times of New York’s Greatest Borough – Ian Frazier  Feature (1:20:55-end) Medieval Barber Theodoric of York (SNL)  Join in the discussion on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BadAtMagicPodcast  Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/badatmagic/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@badatmagic/podcasts  Check out our website(s): http://www.badatmagic.live  Our YouTube Channel  Support us on: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/badatmagic/  Credits: Bad at Magic Logos by Jonica Rich  Transition music by Jarus Rich  Outro music from Cascading by Ammon Rich 

Show Notes Happy holidays from the Bad at Magic podcast as Ben and Josh revisit last year’s resolutions bingo cards, Josh shares some research on what probably happened to Tiny Tim in the Dickens’ classic, and the guys do a deep dive following Josh’s trip to Walt Disney World.  Intro & Follow-up (0-15:24) Ben’s Old S’mores Tier Chart (start at 44:46)  What’s wrong with Tiny Tim?  New Year’s Bingo Revisited (15:24-35:45)  Bad at Husbanding (35:45-52:57)  Bad at Parenting/Work (52:57-1:16:56) Definition of today’s word/phrase  ChatGPT analysis of the Bad at Magic Podcast  Fleshman Family Vacation to Disney World (1:16:56-end) What I’m Reading: Josh: The Great Hunt – Robert Jordan  Ben: Empire of the Summer Moon – SC Gwynne  Eye of The World leatherbound announcement – Brandon Sanderson  Join in the discussion on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BadAtMagicPodcast  Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/badatmagic/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@badatmagic/podcasts  Check out our website(s): http://www.badatmagic.live  Our YouTube Channel  Support us on: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/badatmagic/  Credits: Bad at Magic Logos by Jonica Rich  Transition music by Jarus Rich  Outro music from Cascading by Ammon Rich 

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Show Notes Ben and Josh weigh in on the death of the penny, AI in video game development, the evils of social media, and finally a trip to the Emergency Room over the Thanksgiving holiday for Ben prompts the hosts to share their “Murtaugh List”. Intro & Follow-up (0-32:06) US Mint FAQ on the penny being “suspended” PennyArcade Blog: AI in video game production What I’m Reading & Bad at Social Media (32:06-1:20:50) Josh: The Great Hunt – Robert Jordan Ben: Careless People – Sarah Wynn-Williams MUST WATCH: Expensive petroleum!!! Feature (1:20:50-end) The Murtaugh List (How I Met Your Mother) Join in the discussion on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BadAtMagicPodcast Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/badatmagic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@badatmagic/podcasts Check out our website(s): http://www.badatmagic.live Our YouTube Channel Support us on: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/badatmagic/ Credits: Bad at Magic Logos by Jonica Rich Transition music by Jarus Rich Outro music from Cascading by Ammon Rich

Nicolle Wallace on the very much ongoing, seemingly extra-judicial military action in the Caribbean.For more, follow us on Instagram @deadlinewh For more from Nicolle, follow and download her podcast, “The Best People with Nicolle Wallace,” wherever you get your podcasts.To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Show Notes Ben and Josh discuss why Elon Musk threatened to buy Hasbro Corporation, office potlucks, fender benders, political thrillers that have come true 30 years later, some revisions that need to be made to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and finally, the new movie on Netflix called ‘A House of Dynamite’ about what could happen if someone launched an Inter-continental Ballistic Missile (ICBM).   Intro & Follow-up (0-35:59) Man told employer not to celebrate his birthday. He was awarded $450,000 after unwanted party.  Watch ‘Clear and Present Danger’ on Netflix  Dungeons & Dragons Rolls the Dice With New Rules About Identity  “Why Elon Musk Needs Dungeons & Dragons to Be Racist: The fantastical roots of ‘scientific racism'” By Adam Serwer  The EU’s GDPR turns 10 years old (35:59-58:59) EU plans to ease GDPR laws and AI constraints in major shift – DW – 11/18/2025  What I’m Reading (58:59-1:10:44) Josh: The Eye of the World by Robert Jordan  Ben: Careless People by Sarah Wynn-Williams  Main Segment (1:10:44-end) Watch ‘A House of Dynamite’ on Netflix Watch the trailer (2:11)  What do the 5 levels of DEFense readiness CONdition (DEFCON) mean? Video explanation   Join in the discussion on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BadAtMagicPodcast  Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/badatmagic/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@badatmagic/podcasts  Check out our website(s): http://www.badatmagic.live  Our YouTube Channel  Support us on: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/badatmagic/  Credits: Bad at Magic Logos by Jonica Rich  Transition music by Jarus Rich  Outro music from Cascading by Ammon Rich 

We swing up to the NorthWestern Part of Canada and take a look at the conclusion of the Cascadia Championship Series. We congratulate the Professor Alex Kosma on running the table of the event with Brinebloods dropping Shadowtongue every round and getting through a gauntlet to take the Literal Crown. 

In this episode of the Crisis Lab Podcast, host Kyle King examines how gray zone operations are fundamentally reshaping civilian crisis management across Europe. Kyle walks through Russian drone incursions over Poland, GPS jamming affecting hundreds of thousands of flights, and shadow fleet operations cutting undersea cables to demonstrate why traditional emergency management frameworks can't handle sustained, multi-domain pressure designed to exhaust coordination capacity. Through real-world examples like Poland's border closure disrupting €25 billion in trade and Denmark's coordination trap, the episode reveals how practitioners are already building informal networks out of necessity because official structures move too slowly. NATO members are invoking Article 4 consultations over civilian incidents. Emergency managers are operating at sustained alert levels for weeks without recovery phases. Tune in to understand why the transformation from emergency management to security governance isn't optional anymore, and how Crisis Lab's Forum provides the strategic infrastructure for professionals navigating this shift in real time. Show Highlights [00:25] Defining the gray zone and why it matters for civilian crisis management [01:30] September 2025 Russian drone incursions and NATO's first intercept over member territory [02:15] GPS jamming surge: 700 incidents in 2025 vs 55 in all of 2023 [03:00] Why traditional emergency management assumptions no longer hold [04:15] How gray zone operations target civilian coordination capacity, not military assets [05:00] Poland's 12-day border closure and the €25 billion trade route disruption [06:15] Cascading effects: pharmaceutical supply chains and continental public health coordination [07:00] The coordination trap: when organizational charts become obstacles [08:00] Sweden's bureaucratic response to shadow fleet operations [09:00] What sustained operational capability actually requires [10:15] Intelligence integration as a civilian function [10:45] Training for multi-domain pressure and information fog [11:15] How informal networks are holding when formal structures fail [12:00] The Forum at Crisis Lab: strategic infrastructure for the security governance transformation

This week the boys finish a close reading of an interview with Terence Renaud wherein he discusses his new book New Lefts: The Making of a Radical Tradition. We weigh in on the positive and negative legacies of the multiple revisions to "leftism."https://www.thenation.com/article/culture/qa-terence-renaud-new-left/ Listen to Part I:https://regrettablecentury.buzzsprout.com/220523/episodes/17815226-a-cascading-series-of-new-lefts-part-i-of-ii Send us a message (sorry we can't respond on here). Support the showVisit the Regrettable Century Merch Shop

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You wouldn't believe the whirlwind the courts have become with Donald Trump at the center stage these past few days. Just as September started, a major moment landed when the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, in a 7-4 decision, struck down Trump's broad use of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act to impose tariffs on nearly all imported goods. The judges ruled that Trump simply didn't have Congressional authority for such sweeping actions, but interestingly enough, the government has until October 14 to ask the Supreme Court to weigh in. On September 4, Trump's team went ahead and petitioned for that expedited Supreme Court review, and now the cases are set for arguments in the Supreme Court's early November session, starting November 3, putting Trump's trade legacy directly on the line.But tariffs aren't even the hottest legal fire Trump's grappling with. On Monday, September 8, the 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals out of New York cemented a staggering $83.3 million judgment against Trump for defaming E. Jean Carroll. Carroll, the former magazine columnist, accused Trump of sexual assault dating back to the 1990s, and his public denials—combined with reckless disregard for the truth—landed him in legal jeopardy. The appeals panel wasn't swayed by Trump's efforts to invoke presidential immunity or claim excessive damages. Instead, they declared the jury's awards both fair and reasonable, highlighting how Trump's statements about Carroll, calling her a liar and denying her allegations, were made with, at the very least, reckless disregard. And this follows a separate $5 million jury award Carroll won after Trump was found liable for sexual abuse. Trump's legal team has vowed to push that appeal to the Supreme Court, but for now, the massive judgment stands.Outside the courtroom, the Supreme Court itself is preparing for more Trump-centered drama. Not only are his tariffs and broader powers as the executive on the chopping block—his capacity to ramp up deportations and even send military troops into U.S. cities is now being tested in front of the highest bench. There's real tension over just how much power the President can wield, especially with a Supreme Court super majority that often leans toward a very expansive view of executive authority.Listeners, the wheels of justice are cranking at a furious pace. Court calendars have become minefields, filled with dates, stays, appeals, and new developments erupting almost daily. For Donald Trump, each week seems to bring a fresh legal cliffhanger, with the nation watching every twist and turn. That's it for this wild week in Trump's legal saga. Thank you so much for tuning in. Don't forget to come back next week for more. This has been a Quiet Please production, and for more, check out QuietPlease.ai.Some great Deals https://amzn.to/49SJ3QsFor more check out http://www.quietplease.ai

The situation with respect to the climate crisis is developing rapidly. Each new study seems to bring worse news. In addition, the media is rife with climate denial and misinformation. To help us understand what is happening on this planet, Clearing the FOG speaks with environmental journalist Robert Hunziker. Hunziker follows climate studies published in scientific journals and translates them into a language the average person can understand. He reports that top scientists are saying there has been a fundamental shift in the climate. Rainforests and tundras are now spewing carbon instead of sequestering it, and the oceans have reached their capacity for storing the planet's heat. Cascading weather events are making areas of the world uninhabitable. For More information, visit PopularResistance.org.

This week the boys do a close reading of an interview with Terence Renaud wherein he discusses his new book New Lefts: The Making of a Radical Tradition. We weigh in on the positive and negative legacies of the multiple revisions to leftism. https://www.thenation.com/article/culture/qa-terence-renaud-new-left/Send us a message (sorry we can't respond on here). Support the show

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Stay focused with the calming sound of a gentle cascading waterfall. The steady flow of water provides consistent background noise that helps reduce distractions and improve concentration. Ideal for working, reading, or studying in peace.

This week on Uncensored, Hannah and Producer Jas try the viral Japanese Head Spa treatment flooding your TikTok feed. Cascading basin taps, a scalp massage that borders on hypnotic, and the kind of lather ASMR dreams are made of — we road test The Head Spa by Hikari in Melbourne and ask: is it worth the $260 hype? But first, we’re diving into a hot topic (literally): Is Love Island promoting a dangerous tanning culture? From sunbed confessions to tan accelerators, we unpack how this trend is playing out on social media and what it could mean for Gen Z sun safety. In Build My Cart, we’re personal shopping for a listener heading off on a Euro summer, with our tried-and-tested picks for surviving 40-degree heat. Plus, in Stuff We Love, we put Wella Professionals’ new Ultimate Smooth range to the frizz-fighting test… and yes, we have thoughts on The Devil Wears Prada sequel news. Everything Mentioned: Is Love Island Is Promoting Harmful Tanning Culture? The Head Spa by Hikari Ultra Violette Queen Screen SPF50+ 50ml Luminising SKINSCREEN™ Ultra Violette Future Fluid SPF 50+ Superlight Mineral SKINSCREEN™ Bondi Sands Sunny Daze Hydrating Spf 50+ Face Fluid Drops 30ml La Roche-Posay Anthelios Invisible Fluid Facial Sunscreen SPF 50+ 50ml ColorWOW Dream Coat Supernatural Spray 200ml ALTERNA HAIR Smoothing Anti-Frizz Blowout Butter 150ml VIRTUE Un-Frizz Cream 120ml Estée Lauder Double Wear Sheer Long-Wear Makeup SPF 20 MCoBeauty Miracle Flawless Setting Spray 100ml Dermalogica BioLumin-C Gel Moisturiser 50ml AB LAB by Adore Beauty Dewy-C SPF50+ Facial Sun Milk 75mL The Quick Flick Quick Screen SPF50+ 3 in 1 Sunscreen, Setting Spray & Hydration Mist Mini Alpha-H Melting Moment Cleansing Balm Mini 18g Esmi Skin Minerals Refreshing + Hydrating Skin Snack Mist Wella Professionals Ultimate Repair Hair Mask 75ml IT Cosmetics Your Skin But Better CC+ Cream SPF50 Benefit Benetint Lip & Cheek Tint Wella Professionals Ultimate Smooth Oil 100ml Wella Professionals Ultimate Smooth Shampoo 250ml Wella Professionals Ultimate Smooth Conditioner 200ml Wella Professionals Ultimate Smooth Mask 150ml The Devil Wears Prada 2 is officially under way. Here’s everything we know Submit your questions and cart challenges for Hannah and Mel @adorebeauty on IG. This episode was proudly sponsored by Wella Professionals: trusted by salon pros and haircare lovers for 140 years. Join the conversation in our Beauty IQ Uncensored Facebook Group to discuss this episode, swap beauty tips, and submit your questions for future shows. Credits: Hosts: Hannah Furst and Melissa Mason Producer: Jasmine Riley For more beauty insights and exclusive offers, visit adorebeauty.com.au Disclaimer | Privacy Policy Adore Beauty acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land on which we work and podcast. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The grace of God is always flowing, always constant, always cascading – just like the Bible describes it. -------- Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible.     Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org   Find more encouragement on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.

Immerse yourself in the calming sound of a waterfall flowing steadily through a tranquil mountain glen. This two-hour soundscape is perfect for relaxation, deep focus, or peaceful sleep. Ideal for stress relief and reconnecting with the serene energy of nature.Lose the AD intros by becoming a subscriber!https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/asmr-rain-recordings--5347561/support

Medicaid accounts for about 56% of the funds Cook County Health uses to treat patients. Experts warn the cuts that House Republicans are advancing could have a serious impact on people's health, on emergency rooms and that they could force Cook County to cut staff or reduce staff hours. For more about these potential impacts and how providers are bracing, Reset talks with Kristen Schorsch, WBEZ Cook County and public health reporter, and Dr. Mark Loafman, chair of family and community medicine at Cook County Health.

Is your church's vision stalled or ineffective? In this episode, we break down actionable steps to create and communicate a compelling vision that drives real growth and engagement within your congregation. Discover how clarity and strategy can move your church forward, whether you're starting from scratch or refreshing your current direction. Join hosts Scott Ball and A.J. Mathieu from the Malphurs Group, whose expertise in church revitalization empowers ministries worldwide. Their passion: helping churches thrive with practical insights, real data, and biblically-rooted strategies. What you'll hear in this episode: Why vision clarity directly boosts church growth (1:20) The first step: a “discernment” phase combining data and prayer (3:58) Crafting a vision draft that inspires buy-in (5:24) Cascading vision from the pulpit to every ministry area (11:24) How to measure, track, and celebrate progress—avoiding common pitfalls (17:04) Links & Resources: Discover tools & start your 7-day free trial: Healthy Churches Toolkit Show notes & episode article: malphursgroup.com/292 More from the Malphurs Group: Website Follow us on social for more church leadership tips and updates!

Cascading waterfalls call the lush trees surrounding Rio de Janeiro's most important rainforest home. But the woodland wouldn't be the paradise it is today without the lifesaving seedlings our people planted. _____________ 2-Minute Black History is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media company. PushBlack exists to amplify the stories of Black history you didn't learn in school. You make PushBlack happen with your contributions at BlackHistoryYear.com — most people donate $10 a month, but every dollar makes a difference. If this episode moved you, share it with your people! Thanks for supporting the work. The production team for this podcast includes Cydney Smith, Len Webb, and Lilly Workneh. Our editors are Lance John and Avery Phillips from Gifted Sounds Network. Julian Walker serves as executive producer. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

America prepares for another week of tumbling stocks and rising prices. Meanwhile, Trump spent his weekend, where else? On the golf course trying to see if he "strike the iron" to a win...somewhere? Former Congressman Denver Riggleman and retired Lieutenant Colonel Amy McGrath discuss. Plus, the president of the American Federation of Government Employees, Everett Kelley, talks about the "Hands Off!" rallies across the country.