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We love a good old game - there are a lot that of games over a decade old that we'd happily sing the praises of, but if we were being brutally honest, how many of them do we think would make it in today's markets? How much have tastes really moved on since these games were in their prime? Before we let nostalgia get the better of us, we talk about I'm Out, Evenglow, and Trials of Maya. 03:08 - I'm Out 09:28 - Evenglow 13:32 - Trials of Maya 29:40 - If old games were released today 31:29 - Pandemic Legacy: Season 1 39:14 - War of the Ring: Second Edition 42:22 - Terraforming Mars 44:30 - Star Wars: Rebellion 46:41 - Twilight Struggle 48:01 - The Castles of Burgundy 50:08 - Through the Ages: A New Story of Civilization 52:37 - Great Western Trail 54:02 - Brass: Lancashire 57:52 - 7 Wonders Duel 59:51 - Scythe Get added to the BGB community map at: https://boardgamebarrage.com/map Send us topic ideas at: https://boardgamebarrage.com/topics Check out our wiki at: https://boardgamebarrage.com/wiki Join the discussion at: https://boardgamebarrage.com/discord Join our Facebook group at: https://boardgamebarrage.com/facebook Get a Board Game Barrage T-shirt at: https://boardgamebarrage.com/store
Castles, cannons, concrete, and the persistent human desire not to get blown up. This week, Shane and Duncan trace the strange evolution of the bunker, from medieval fortifications and the arrival of artillery to the underground defenses of the World Wars and the nuclear paranoia of the Cold War. ~ Become an Insomniac! Join the Midnight Masses by supporting the show on PATREON and unlock exclusive bonus content. ~ Join the community, chat with fellow insomniacs, and vote on episode topics via DISCORD ~ Send Shane and Duncan a message at midnightfactsforinsomniacs@gmail.com ~ Rep the show! Grab a tee or mug at the MIDNIGHT MERCH store and spread the word. ~ Follow us on INSTAGRAM
This week on Jam Session, Amanda and Juliet return from their vacations to some big new out of the royals corner: Harry and Meghan are coming back to the U.K. (7:46) Then, the two get into Karl-Anthony Towns and Jordyn Woods tying the knot in Malibu (39:32), and Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodríguez having an intimate wedding in Portugal (46:01). Next, the two get some breaking news of Dolly Parton's passing (50:59), and then move on to some summer catch-ups of news while they were away (53:42), and lastly Feedback & Follow-Up (1:00:56).Hosts: Amanda Dobbins and Juliet LitmanProducers: Jade WhaleyVideo Supervision: Sarah Reddy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This Week In Startups is made possible by: Odoo https://Odoo.com/twist Quo https://quo.com/TWiST Conservation Fund https://conservationfund.org how old a movie has to be for me to be able to show a part of it on youtube Generally 10 seconds or less of a film clip can fall under fair use for commentary or criticism — which is how most podcasts and talk shows use clips without issue. But there's no hard legal rule based on age. What actually matters more than age is fair use, which considers: Purpose — commentary, criticism, education = stronger fair use case Amount used — shorter = safer; a 5-10 second clip for reaction/discussion is generally fine Effect on market — your clip shouldn't replace the original In practice for YouTube specifically: Most major studios have Content ID systems that will flag clips regardless of movie age — even 100-year-old films if the rights holder has registered them Public domain is the real safe zone — films from 1927 or earlier are generally in the public domain in the US. Some films from the 1928-1963 range are also public domain if copyright wasn't renewed Disney, Warner Bros., Universal etc. actively enforce even very old films For a show like TWiST showing a short reaction clip — 5-10 seconds with clear commentary context is the industry standard and rarely gets actioned. But age alone won't protect you. Today's show: *A humanoid robot ran the 100m in 9.39, breaking the human Usain Bolt's world record, while an entire stadium cheered. Jason thinks Beijing's World Humanoid Robot Games aren't a science fair, or a fun exhibition, but the best AI PR campaign on Earth. While Americans debate the data centers that train the robot brains, China is already turning them into a spectacle and world-class entertainment. Find out what Jason thinks America can do to catch up… and why he believes there will be 1 billion Optimus robots deployed by the year 2036. PLUS on an all-news TWiST, hot takes on the potential $13B Hugging Face sale (to a mystery buyer), why founders should always "buy the threat," analyzing Sam Altman's "I'm listening and I hear you" face, and are kill drones already in operation around the world? We're digging in to how close the real world is to mirroring the "Terminator" films. Relevant Links CBS coverage of World Humanoid Robot Games: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/china-robot-usain-bolt-sprint-run-record-faster/ Bloomberg coverage of World Humanoid Robot Games: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0lsrUAdcPPE X-Humanoid: https://www.x-humanoid.com/ Tesla Optimus on X: https://x.com/Tesla_Optimus Trailer for Spielberg's "A.I. Artificial Intelligence": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_19pRsZRiz4 Bloomberg: Hugging Face exploring sale: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-08-23/hugging-face-gauging-interest-for-potential-sale-business-insider-says Fortune: Stripe acquires OpenRouter: https://fortune.com/2026/08/16/stripe-7-billion-deal-ai-firm-openrouter-acquisition/ InfoWorld: OpenAI acqui-hires OPenClaw founder: https://www.infoworld.com/article/4132731/openai-hires-openclaw-founder-as-ai-agent-race-intensifies-2.html David Senra podcast w/ Sam Altman: https://www.davidsenra.com/episode/sam-altman Harvey Tenet Research Preview: https://www.harvey.ai/blog/post-training-update-harvey-tenet David Sacks comments on Harvey's Tenet (from X): https://x.com/DavidSacks/status/2090790063047168473 CNBC: Iran linked to UK cyberattack: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/08/23/small-uk-power-plant-shut-down-after-iran-linked-cyberattack-report.html NYT: A drone killed 3 Ukrainians: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/24/world/europe/russia-drones-autonomous-ai-kill-ukraine-war.html Forbes: Eric Schmidt secretly testing AI drones: https://www.forbes.com/sites/sarahemerson/2024/06/06/eric-schmidt-is-secretly-testing-ai-military-drones-in-a-wealthy-silicon-valley-suburb/ Restream: https://restream.io/ Kimbal Musk's Nova Sky Stories: https://novaskystories.com/ IKEA: Plug-in Solar Panels: https://www.ikea.com/be/en/energy-services/plug-in-solar/ Deadline: "Mandalorian and Grogu" box office: https://deadline.com/2026/08/star-wars-mandalorian-grogu-disney-release-date-1237040464/ THR: Dave Filoni leading Lucasfilm: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/star-wars-mandalorian-grogu-box-office-franchise-low-1236604973/ Star Wars: Starfighter first look: https://www.starwars.com/news/star-wars-starfighter-ryan-gosling Star Wars Theory: "Vader" fan series: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ey68aMOV9gc Timestamps: 0:00 Jason got a fresh Optimus demo 1:35 Robots are breaking human sports records 3:39 America's messaging problem vs. China's elite PR machine 11:07 Odoo - The all-in-one business platform. Your first app is free! Get started today at https://Odoo.com/twist 12:08 Jason got a fresh Optimus demo 19:21 Quo (formerly OpenPhone) - Quo gives you a clean, modern way to handle every customer call, text, and thread all in one place. Try it free and get 20% off your first 6 months at https://quo.com/TWiST 28:09 Who's going to buy Hugging Face and why? 28:56 Conservation Fund - Find out more about how the Conservation Fund is protecting land, wildlife, and our shared access to the great outdoors while also providing economic opportunities. Visit https://conservationfund.org 31:35 How OpenAI killed OpenClaw 39:08 Sam Altman wants to make a platform, not a product 41:19 The "Castles and Keeps" metaphor for sovereign AI 49:27 UBI isn't happening but we could raise the minimum wage 58:47 Embracing redundancy and self-reliance 1:10:53 Is Star Wars at a historic low point (and Lon's Worst Take) Subscribe to the TWiST500 newsletter: https://ticker.thisweekinstartups.com Check out the TWIST500: https://www.twist500.com Subscribe to This Week in Startups on Apple: https://rb.gy/v19fcp Follow Lon: X: https://x.com/lons Follow Jason: X: https://twitter.com/Jason LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasoncalacanis Check out all our partner offers: https://partners.launch.co/ Great TWIST interviews: Will Guidara, Eoghan McCabe, Steve Huffman, Brian Chesky, Bob Moesta, Aaron Levie, Sophia Amoruso, Reid Hoffman, Frank Slootman, Billy McFarland Check out Jason's suite of newsletters: https://substack.com/@calacanis Follow TWiST: Twitter: https://twitter.com/TWiStartups YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/thisweekin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisweekinstartups TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thisweekinstartups Substack: https://twistartups.substack.com
Ireland's history isn't only castles and green landscapes. Famine, conflict, ancient beliefs, emigration, ghost stories, and traditions surrounding death are woven through the places travelers visit today. Full article & links: https://irelandfamilyvacations.com/dark-tourism-in-ireland/ireland-travel-tips/ Luisa Golz, Director of Sales at Desmond Tours, completed her PhD research on festivals with dark themes. She joins Jody to explain what dark tourism actually means, why travelers are drawn to these places, and how Ireland's darker history can add depth to a trip without turning the entire vacation into doom and gloom. Highlights: • What "dark tourism" actually means — and why you may already be doing it • Why famine ships, workhouses, and memorials can create such powerful travel experiences • How Samhain, Halloween, folklore, and "thin places" fit into Ireland's darker traditions • How to visit places associated with tragedy respectfully Ireland Travel Resources: - Car Rental & Driving Guide: https://irelandfamilyvacations.com/drive - DIY Ireland Travel Planner: https://irelandfamilyvacations.com/compass - Expert Ireland travel advice by email: https://ifv.kit.com/51952569c5
Japan has a reputation for being incredibly safe, but what does “safe” actually mean? The Krewe is joined by Jordan Green, aka AfroInJapan from YouTube & Instagram, to explore safety in Japan beyond just crime, including natural disasters, wildlife, xenophobia, & the considerations travelers & foreign residents should keep in mind. Does Japan live up to it's rep? You be the judge! ------ About the Krewe ------ The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy! ------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------ Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode! Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season! Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan! ------ Links for Jordan Green/AfroInJapan ------ AfroInJapan on YouTube AfroInJapan on Instagram AfroInJapan's "The Myth of Crime in Japan" ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------ JSNO Event Calendar Join JSNO Today!
Episode 278- Who, What, When, Where, Why, How? That types of questions do games ask us as players? When should I score? Who can I trust? Why did they do that? How should I sequence this? This week we dig into what the central questions are in different games and think about how this can help us as players and designers. Time Stamps4:30- Who? 18:00- What? 26:00- When? 34:00- Where? 42:00- Why? 54:00- How? Games Mentioned Magic the Gathering, The Resistance, Root, Castles of Burgundy, A Feast for Odin, Tag Team, Bus, Dominion, Medina, Ra, El Grande, Star Wars Rebellion, The Crew, Root, Zoo Vadis, Tikal, Bus Preplanners Email us or join our discord to submit questions for a future episode! Also we'll be doing a deep dive on Frosted Blooms soon! Music and Sound Credits Thank you to Hembree for our intro and outro music from their song Reach Out. You can listen to the full song on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gQuuRPfOyMw&list=TLGGFNH7VEDPgwgyNTA4MjAyMQ&t=3s You can find more information about Hembree at https://www.hembreemusic.com/. Thank you to Flash Floods for use of their song Palm of Your Hand as a sting from their album Halfway to Anywhere: https://open.spotify.com/album/2fE6LrqzNDKPYWyS5evh3K?si=CCjdAGmeSnOOEui6aV3_nA Intermission Music: music elevator ext part 1/3 by Jay_You -- https://freesound.org/s/467243/ -- License: Attribution 4.0 Bell with Crows by MKzing -- https://freesound.org/s/474266/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 hammer v2.wav by blukotek -- https://freesound.org/s/337815/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 Contact Follow and reach us on social media on Bluesky @decisionspace.bsky.social. If you prefer email, then hit us up at decisionspa@gmail.com. This information is all available along with episodes at our new website decisionspacepodcast.com. Byeee!
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Leap Castle in Ireland had it's beginnings in blood and death and is one of the longest continually inhabited castles in the world. Gothic windows and ivy covered towers give the castle a truly stereotypical look. The history contained within the castle's walls is fascinating and covers centuries of war and tragedies and contains elements of a murder soap opera. Castles and ghosts just seem to go together and Leap Castle is no different. There seems to be several spirits here, including a mysterious elemental. Join us for the history and hauntings of Leap Castle. Check out the website: http://historygoesbump.com Music used in this episode: Main Theme: Creepy Carnival Theme Created and produced by History Goes Bump Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Victoria, British Columbia, offers a wonderful mix of gardens, castles, history, culture, waterfront scenery and easygoing family adventure. Celebrate Family Fun Month with this shared episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wanderer's Compass" Travel Podcast, travel writers Joelle Machia and Ryan Slough continue their adventures with Ryan's son—this time crossing the border from the Pacific Northwest to Vancouver Island. From taking the Victoria Clipper from Seattle and exploring the Inner Harbour to discovering the world-famous Butchart Gardens, enjoying afternoon tea, visiting the Royal BC Museum and exploring Victoria's fascinating castles, this episode shows just how much can be packed into a short getaway. They talk about Victoria's British and European influences, First Nations history and cultural heritage, Chinatown, the city's walkability, family-friendly attractions, waterfront neighborhoods and the relaxed pace that makes Victoria such a memorable destination. They also share the stories behind Hatley Castle and Craigdarroch Castle—and why castle hunting doesn't have to end when you leave Europe. For Ryan's son, the trip offered another opportunity to learn through travel, explore history and culture, and add another country to his growing list of adventures. - Read their companion article: https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/victoria-british-columbia - And if you missed their previous adventure, listen to "Traveling Europe Across Generations: Castles, Culture & Curiosity," featuring Ryan, his son and Joelle: https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/traveling-europe-with-a-child - Follow Wanderer's Compass: https://wandererscompass.com - Listen to More Wanderers Compass Podcast Episodes: https://wandererscompass.podbean.com/ - Check out the Wanderers Compass Magazine: https://online.fliphtml5.com/yhwzg/WANDERERS-COMPASS-MAG-2026/
Solo travel or group travel: is one really better for seeing Japan? The Krewe welcomes Ryotaro Sakurai back to the podcast to break down the pros and cons of both, from flexibility and independence to planning, convenience, and shared experiences. Plus, Ryotaro gives us a look at Umami Travel, the group tour company he's building and why he thinks there's room for a different kind of Japan travel experience. ------ About the Krewe ------ The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy! ------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------ Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode! Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season! Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan! ------ Links for Ryotaro & Umami Travel ------ Ryotaro's Japan YouTube Channel Ryotaro on IG Umami Travel Website Kessennuma Knitting INEtoAGAVE (Craft Sake) ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------ JSNO Event Calendar Join JSNO Today!
Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know!This week we're heading to South Dakota for an episode filled with murder, mystery, and local legend. First, Kenzie tells the heartbreaking story of Vicki Eagleman, a young woman whose murder shocked her community and left investigators searching for answers. Then, Lauren explores the eerie history of Easton Castle, a mansion surrounded by ghostly tales, before diving into one of South Dakota's most enduring legends—the mysterious creature said to lurk beneath the waters of Lake Kampeska. Join us as we uncover the true crime, haunted history, and folklore that make South Dakota a state full of chilling stories!-If you have any information regarding Vicki's case, please contact the FBI Pierre Office at (605)224-1331.--Follow us on Social Media and find out how to support A Scary State by clicking on our Link Tree: https://instabio.cc/4050223uxWQAl--Have a scary tale or listener story of your own? Send us an email to ascarystatepodcast@gmail.com! We can't wait to read it!--Thinking of starting a podcast? Thinking about using Buzzsprout for that? Well use our link to let Buzzsprout know we sent you and get a $20 Amazon gift card if you sign up for a paid plan!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1722892--Works cited!https://docs.google.com/document/d/1VgqLQokaZhiy7s7tspN6_4aueaVSW-TOsuZYM_iPjd4/edit?usp=sharing --Intro and outro music thanks to Kevin MacLeod. You can visit his site here: http://incompetech.com/. Which is where we found our music!
Dion Agius burst on to surfing's global stage with a spectacular Gorkin Flip in the 2009 surf flick Secret Machine. He fell in with filmmakers Joe G, Taylor Steele, and Kai Neville, appearing in a slew of films, among them Castles in the Sky, Stranger Than Fiction, Modern Collective, Lost Atlas, Dear Suburbia, Cluster, Year Zero, and Strange Rumblings in Shangri-La. Agius' parts punch—he surfs with a powderkeg intensity. Every hack, every blowtail, every fanging air is done as if his life depends upon it. A man of style in and out of the water, Dion co-founded Epokhe Eyewear, The Octopus is Real, Standard Procedure. He's the creative director at Ritual Vision. He's collaborated on shoe and clothing collections with Globe and Former, and surfboard models with Hayden Cox. In 2024, while nursing a broken leg, he created NOID, an art project in which he upcycles old, broken surfboards into sculptures, side tables, lamps, mirrors, and more. Dion currently lives on the southeast coast of Australia. In this episode of Soundings, Agius sits down with host Jamie Brisick to talk about his favorite surf movies, moving from rural Tasmania to the Gold Coast of Australia as a kid, traveling the globe, his surf heroes, and shaping old foam into artwork. Presented by Rainbow® Sandals Produced by Jonathan Shifflett Music by PazKa (Aska Matsumiya & Paz Lenchantin) Become a TSJ member at surfersjournal.com
In Episode 312 we conclude the 2026 countdown of our top 50 Board Games of all time with choices 1-10.Timestamps:00:00 Introduction00:40 Tournament of Champions Contest Update03:25 Ark Nova06:17 Azul08:14 Pan Am12:33 The Castles of Burgundy16:27 Ankh: Gods of Egypt19:23 Star Realms23:41 Grand Austria Hotel27:06 March of the Ants: Evolved Edition29:16 Terraforming Mars32:11 Nucleum36:37 Pan Am37:31 Blood Rage39:54 Civolution42:50 Smartphone, Inc.45:33 Dune: Imperium - Uprising48:12 Everdell50:37 Wonderland's War52:28 Gaia Project55:29 Agricola57:13 Sol: Last Days of a Star1:02:44 Eclipse: Second Dawn for the Galaxy1:05:28 Clank! Catacombs1:08:20 Hegemony: Lead Your Class to Victory1:10:31 Distilled1:15:18 Gaia Project1:17:31 Dune: Imperium1:20:25 Darwin's Journey1:25:56 Dune: Imperium - Uprising1:30:19 Eclipse: Second Dawn for the Galaxy1:33:54 TapestryIf you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us at https://www.patreon.com/boardgamehottakesFollow us on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/boardgamehottakes.bsky.socialJoin our Board Game Arena Community: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=11417205Join our Discord server at:https://discord.gg/vMtAYQWURd
Foundations of Amateur Radio Previously I've talked about one of the often lauded cornerstones of the amateur radio community, namely Emergency Response, and to be frank, I questioned then, as I do now, the reality of this, at the very least, perceived, foundational aspect of our global hobby. Before you get out the caps lock key, let me assure you that I'm aware of sporadic examples of heroic efforts made by members of our community to save lives that are held up as examples of amateur radio emergency responses. What I'm questioning is related to our collective effectiveness. We have global and increasing occurrences of wild or bush fires, we have earthquakes and tsunamis, storms, hurricanes, cyclones or typhoons, whatever you call the vortex of destruction, and global news media ensures that we hear about it within hours if not seconds. Social media provides us with mobile phone footage dubbed with expert audio to explain the latest tragedy to the rest of us. What we don't see is what happens next, while the power is out, the internet is down, mobile phones aren't working anymore and survivors are fighting tooth and nail for their return to normalcy, or at least what's left of it. It struck me that one thing I never see discussed and haven't ever discussed in over a decade and a half I've been here, is the amateur radio interface with the rest of the world. A comment I see often is that Internet connected amateur radio, like Echolink, AllStarLink and IRLP, aren't real radio and that real amateurs use RF. HF radio for the win right? What do you think the relevance of HF radio is to a family member living in the next town after a disaster, or a parent looking for their lost child? How do ordinary people benefit from the radio amateur who lives on their street, or the one who travels into the disaster zone? Ultimately, if we are to take our claimed emergency response role seriously, we as a community of radio amateurs need to consider just what it is that we can offer to the people around us in the case of an emergency. Might what we offer look like a Wi-Fi base station that's connected to the rest of the world via an IP link that happens to be running on 2m or 70cm during an emergency? Or could what we offer be described as an Amateur Radio Short Message Service, what about transmitting a DVB-T dashboard that's being updated over LoRaWAN, or a local voice relay service? Where's the infrastructure, planning, preparation and training for that? Where's the documentation for it? How are we telling the local community about it? How well do we even do outage notifications within our community, let alone outside it? The point being that there are amateurs who beat their chest about emergency preparedness and, bluntly, have little or nothing to show for it. Don't get me wrong, this isn't limited to the amateur radio community. For a few weeks I became an aspirant member of a local emergency response team, right until I discovered that their biggest issue was that their user base, the local volunteer bushfire brigades, didn't really know how to use their radio repeater system and my suggestion to go and visit each one on a rotation basis and train them was met with snorts of derision and laughter. Do you really want an emergency response to be ad hoc? "Oh, sorry, I'm missing a cable and I can't connect this to that, I'll sort it out for next time." The increased interest in the various "OTA" or "On The Air" pursuits, Parks, Peaks, Summits, Bunkers, Castles, Waterways, Islands, Lakes, Libraries, Lighthouses and Toilets to name a few, are all helping amateurs practice with the "getting on-air and make noise using a temporary installation" part of an emergency response, but few of those activities interact with the general public in any way. Ironically, the local Wireless Civil Emergency Network, or WICEN, is at least doing some community outreach by providing radio infrastructure to a few local events. It's a start, but still a very long way from interacting with your next door neighbour in preparation for a massive storm and subsequent power outage. Here's the thing. There's no end-to-end anything. Is ad hoc sticky tape and baling wire really the way you want our amateur community to respond to an emergency? Is emergency response a fanciful concept, or are there things we as a community could put together to make it reality? I'm Onno VK6FLAB
What goes into kicking off, planning out, & sustaining a podcast? The Krewe presented their lived experiences in podcasting, along with recommendations & tips for aspiring content creators in the US-Japan space, during a workshop on July 30, 2026 at the NAJAS (National Association of Japan-America Societies) National Conference. This episode is that workshop! ------ About the Krewe ------ The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy! ------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------ Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode! Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season! Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan! ------ Links for NAJAS ------ NAJAS Website NAJAS Conference Website ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------ JSNO Event Calendar Join JSNO Today!
Episode 100: Lainie - Convention Planning Insights and Tips - 5 Games from BGG's top 100 that we love - Board Game Con FriendsHappy 100th Episode to the BGG Podcast! Let's peek behind the scenes of Board Game Geek events and conventions with someone who helps run them, Lainie! Then we look at BGG's top 100 games via user ratings to talk about 5 we love. And share some joy in finding friends through conventions.00:00:00 Intro00:00:18 Get to know Lainey00:05:12 Convention Planning Insights and Tips00:09:57 Managing Volunteers Effectively00:21:40 What are the different BGG Events?00:24:46 5 Games from BGG's top 100 that we love00:26:37 Race for the Galaxy00:28:40 Orleans00:30:17 Power Grid00:31:55 Grand Austria Hotel00:34:04 Clank Legacy: Acquisitions Incorporated00:37:10 Spirit Island00:39:12 Castles of Burgundy00:43:17 Obsession00:46:25 Terraforming Mars00:49:09 Darwin's Journey00:52:15 Honorable Mention00:53:33 Moment of PositivityOmaha Gaming ConventionBoard Game Wagon OFPGSpielbound Board Game Cafe01:02:41 Where to find LainieBGG Con 2026Gen Con Hot Games RoomHot Games Room EmailLainie's Email01:03:40 Outro(Please note that these time stamps might not be accurate due to the use of dynamic ads.)We hope you will come join us for fun games with all the fun people at BGG.CON 2026. https://boardgamegeek.com/bggcon or https://tabletop.events/conventions/bgg.con-2026Web: https://boardgamegeek.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@boardgamegeekTwitter: https://twitter.com/BoardGameGeekEmail: podcast@boardgamegeek.com
Strange Denmark and Scandinavia - Haunted Castles, the Fae Folk, and MORE - In this episode, Steve Stockton welcomes Danish school teacher Qiriye to discuss haunted castles, the fae, and more from Scandinavian region.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/missing-persons-mysteries--5624803/support.
00:00 – Intro & episode overview (Moon Colony Bloodbath + Michelle interview note; audio quality warning) 03:01 – Moon Colony Bloodbath discussion begins 13:19 – Clear rules overview of Moon Colony Bloodbath 17:07 – Deeper critique of Moon Colony Bloodbath (family vs. gamer game, comparisons) 19:53 – Galaxy Trucker comparison 24:22 – Designer & artist credits (Donald X. Vaccarino / Franz Vohwinkel) 26:14 – Spider-Man Noir 34:19 – Transition to listener interview 34:33 – Interview with Michelle begins (noticeably improved audio) 1:06:09 – Michelle's top 5 games (starts with #5) 1:06:24 – Codenames 1:08:04 – Decrypto 1:11:24 – Castles of Burgundy 1:12:49 – Civolution 1:16:35 – Terraforming Mars 1:18:06 – Underwater Cities mention 1:21:31 – Twilight Imperium / Second Dawn for the Galaxy / Eclipse 1:23:26 – Arcs (Cole Wehrle) 1:25:56 – Moon Colony Bloodbath discussion with Michelle 1:39:52 – Ponzi Scheme recommendation 1:48:28 – Holding On: The Troubled Life of Billy Kerr 1:49:35 – Fog of Love mention 2:07:35 – Outro & closing Our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bgsnobs Email: boardgamesnobs@gmail.com Follow/join us at: Board Game Snobs YouTube Board Game Snobs Discord https://www.instagram.com/boardgamesnobs/ Board Game Snobs Facebook Group
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This week we're putting The Tonearm's needle on synthesist and producer Danalogue.Danalogue is a founding member of The Comet Is Coming and half of Soccer96, and he's recently released his debut solo album, Teleportations. The record imagines grief and upheaval as a science-fictional voyage and was sparked by a chance encounter with the artist Moebius that grew into an imagined civilization.We talk about recording alone, with no one else's voice in the room; why he calls his editing process a “distilled vodka”; and why he still believes imagination is the first step toward hope.(The musical excerpts heard in the interview are from Danalogue's Teleportations)—Dig DeeperArtist and Album:Visit Danalogue on Bandcamp and follow on InstagramPurchase Danalogue's Teleportations from Castles in Space, Bandcamp, or Qobuz, and listen on your streaming platform of choiceWatch Danalogue playing live at Total Refreshment CentreBands and Projects:The Comet Is ComingSoccer96FlockLabel and Studio:Castles in Space (label)Total Refreshment CentreCollaborators:Alabaster DePlumeSnapped AnklesInstruments:Roland Juno-60 (Vintage Synth Explorer)Roland SH-09 (Vintage Synth Explorer)Cultural References:Moebius (Jean Giraud) — the comics artist behind the album's originRobert Anton Wilson, Cosmic Trigger (Hilaritas Press)C-Smash VRS with Ken Ishii — the VR game he scored (NME feature)—Dig into this episode's complete show notes at podcast.thetonearm.com—• Did you enjoy this episode? Please share it with a friend! You can also rate The Tonearm ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ and leave a review on Apple Podcasts. • Subscribe! Be the first to check out each new episode of The Tonearm in your podcast app of choice. • Looking for more? Visit podcast.thetonearm.com for bonus content, web-only interviews + features, and the Talk Of The Tonearm email newsletter. You can also follow us on Bluesky, Mastodon, YouTube, and LinkedIn. • Be sure to bookmark our online magazine, The Tonearm! → thetonearm.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week we're putting The Tonearm's needle on synthesist and producer Danalogue.Danalogue is a founding member of The Comet Is Coming and half of Soccer96, and he's recently released his debut solo album, Teleportations. The record imagines grief and upheaval as a science-fictional voyage and was sparked by a chance encounter with the artist Moebius that grew into an imagined civilization.We talk about recording alone, with no one else's voice in the room; why he calls his editing process a “distilled vodka”; and why he still believes imagination is the first step toward hope.(The musical excerpts heard in the interview are from Danalogue's Teleportations)—Dig DeeperArtist and Album:Visit Danalogue on Bandcamp and follow on InstagramPurchase Danalogue's Teleportations from Castles in Space, Bandcamp, or Qobuz, and listen on your streaming platform of choiceWatch Danalogue playing live at Total Refreshment CentreBands and Projects:The Comet Is ComingSoccer96FlockLabel and Studio:Castles in Space (label)Total Refreshment CentreCollaborators:Alabaster DePlumeSnapped AnklesInstruments:Roland Juno-60 (Vintage Synth Explorer)Roland SH-09 (Vintage Synth Explorer)Cultural References:Moebius (Jean Giraud) — the comics artist behind the album's originRobert Anton Wilson, Cosmic Trigger (Hilaritas Press)C-Smash VRS with Ken Ishii — the VR game he scored (NME feature)—Dig into this episode's complete show notes at podcast.thetonearm.com—• Did you enjoy this episode? Please share it with a friend! You can also rate The Tonearm ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ and leave a review on Apple Podcasts. • Subscribe! Be the first to check out each new episode of The Tonearm in your podcast app of choice. • Looking for more? Visit podcast.thetonearm.com for bonus content, web-only interviews + features, and the Talk Of The Tonearm email newsletter. You can also follow us on Bluesky, Mastodon, YouTube, and LinkedIn. • Be sure to bookmark our online magazine, The Tonearm! → thetonearm.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The gang is back and this week's Ask, Tell, Confess is straight-up unhinged. We kick things off by admitting the wildest places we've ever gotten down, then dive into your anonymous confessions—some are an immediate HELL NO, but a shocking number we'd actually try.These stories are feral, disgusting, and honestly? Kinda hot. From graveyards and casino bathrooms to Harley hoods, Ferris wheels, creek beds and more, y'all truly have zero shame. Bunnie even starts calling friends mid-episode for their dirtiest hookup stories, just to prove nobody in her circle is innocent.Somehow, it turns into the ultimate hookup bucket list. Castles, lighthouses, private planes, love-cloud fantasies—everyone's got a dream spot, and Hailee is fully committed to making her Amish buggy fantasy happen.If you've ever made a questionable decision in the name of love—or straight-up lust—you're either gonna feel very seen… or like a total saint after this one.Watch Full Episodes & More: YouTube
What if “High King” in medieval Ireland was less a fixed office than a fiercely contested prize, won through ritual, lineage, and force? On the Hill of Tara, a would-be ruler climbs toward the Stone of Destiny, hoping for the legendary cry that marks him as chosen.Matt Lewis and Dr Seán Ó Hoireabhárd explore a world of multiple kings, turn-taking dynasties, cattle raiding, and shifting power between church, Norse settlers, and Irish rivals. Along the way, they reveal how Tara, Brian Boru, and the Uí Néill shaped Ireland's tangled medieval politics.MORECastles and the Conquest of IrelandListen on AppleListen on SpotifyA Complete History of Medieval IrelandListen on AppleListen on SpotifyGone Medieval is presented by Matt Lewis. Audio editor is Amy Haddow, the producer is Robin McConnell. The senior producer is Anne-Marie Luff.All music used is courtesy of Epidemic Sounds.Gone Medieval is a History Hit podcast.Watch Matt and Eleanor's new documentary The Rise of the Plantagenets on History Hit. Sign up to History Hit for hundreds of hours of original documentaries, with a new release every week PLUS early access, ad-free podcasts. Sign up at https://www.historyhit.com/subscribe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Former LSU standout, NBA veteran, and professional basketball player Johnny O'Bryant III joins the Krewe to discuss his unique connections to Japan, from playing for the Ibaraki Robots in Japan's B.League to founding Noir Caesar, his own manga publishing company. We explore his experiences living and competing in Japan, how a lifelong passion for manga grew into a business, and what it takes to balance life as a professional athlete and entrepreneur. It's a conversation about basketball, Japanese culture, creativity, and chasing passions both on and off the court. ------ About the Krewe ------ The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy! ------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------ Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode! Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season! Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan! ------ Links for Johnny & Noir Caesar ------ Noir Caesar Website Johnny on IG B.League Website ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------ JSNO Event Calendar Join JSNO Today!
What role do Japan Societies and Japan-America Societies play in strengthening the relationship between the United States and Japan? In this episode, the Krewe sits down with Dr. Joshua Walker, former President and CEO of the Japan Society in New York, to discuss U.S.-Japan relations, the unique impact organizations of all sizes can have at every level of cultural exchange, and why local interactions remain essential to the partnership between both nations. We also explore what the future may hold for U.S.-Japan relations and how individuals and communities can help shape it. ------ About the Krewe ------ The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy! ------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------ Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode! Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season! Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan! ------ Links for Joshua & Japan Society ------ Joshua's LinkedIn Joshua's Book -- Japan: Beyond the Genkan (Amazon) Japan Society (NYC) ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------ JSNO Event Calendar Join JSNO Today!
Episode 274- 2010-2014 Showdown All four hosts are together to play a game as a way to choose a consensus list of the best board games from the early 2010's. The format here is from April Mitchell's This/That Showdown: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/463458/thisthat-showdown Games Mentioned BattleCon, Keyflower, The Resistance Avalon, The Castles of Burgundy, The Great Zimbabwe, Trajan, Charms, Haggis, Hanabi, Glen More, Hanamikoji, Castles of Mad King Ludwig, Patchwork, Linko, Troyes, Libertalia Preplanners Up next is a discussion of deck design and a recap from a historical game convention. Music and Sound Credits Thank you to Hembree for our intro and outro music from their song Reach Out. You can listen to the full song on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gQuuRPfOyMw&list=TLGGFNH7VEDPgwgyNTA4MjAyMQ&t=3s You can find more information about Hembree at https://www.hembreemusic.com/. Thank you to Flash Floods for use of their song Palm of Your Hand as a sting from their album Halfway to Anywhere: https://open.spotify.com/album/2fE6LrqzNDKPYWyS5evh3K?si=CCjdAGmeSnOOEui6aV3_nA Intermission Music: music elevator ext part 1/3 by Jay_You -- https://freesound.org/s/467243/ -- License: Attribution 4.0 Bell with Crows by MKzing -- https://freesound.org/s/474266/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 hammer v2.wav by blukotek -- https://freesound.org/s/337815/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 Contact Follow and reach us on social media on Bluesky @decisionspace.bsky.social. If you prefer email, then hit us up at decisionspa@gmail.com. This information is all available along with episodes at our new website decisionspacepodcast.com. Byeee!
Strange Denmark and Scandinavia - Steve Stockton welcomes Danish school teacher Qiriye to discuss haunted castles, the fae, and more from Scandinavian region.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/missing-persons-mysteries--5624803/support.
Season 7 is here! The Krewe kicks off the new season with language learner & content creator Kyle Metcalf, known for his viral street interviews in Japan where he practices his Japanese through conversation... until he's fluent in Japanese! Kyle joins us to share his Japanese language journey, how real conversations helped him build confidence & move towards fluency goals, practical advice for overcoming the fear of speaking, and what goes on behind the scenes of his popular street interview videos. Whether you're just beginning to learn Japanese or looking for inspiration to take your skills further, this episode is full of insights, encouragement, & plenty of fun stories. ------ About the Krewe ------ The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy! ------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------ Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode! Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season! Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan! ------ Links for Kyle ------ Kyle on Instagram Kyle on TikTok Kyle on YouTube Kyle's TEDx Talk (YouTube) ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------ JSNO Event Calendar Join JSNO Today!
Why does the small country of Wales have more than 600 castles? In this History Sode, we'll journey across the green hills and rugged coastlines of Wales to discover how these incredible stone fortresses were built, who lived inside them, and why they remain some of the most famous castles in the world.Learn about medieval life, Welsh history, King Edward I, castle builders, knights, families, and the everyday people who called these remarkable places home.
SURPRISE! Season 7 is almost here! The Krewe has been grinding away, putting together a jam-packed line-up of spectacular guests & intriguing episode topics. This preview is packed with sneak peeks at what's to come in Season 7. Some snippets include: - Interviewing Kyle Metcalf in English about interviewing people in Japan until he's fluent in Japanese - Discovering the roles of Japan Societies big & small with Dr. Joshua Walker - Exploring the intersection of manga & basketball with pro basketball player & entrepreneur Johnny O'Bryant III - Debating the benefits of solo travel vs group travel with YouTuber & travel expert Ryotaro Sakurai of LifeBridge & Umami Travel - Finding out if Japan really is safe with Jordan Green aka AfroInJapan - Unearthing opportunities for intercultural exchange through the Fullbright Program with Dr. Rose Honegger - Indulging in some Kabuki theatre with Larry Kominz - Tapping into the creativity of cosplay with Maria of Oz Costumes - Teaching Japanese through the J-LEAP Program with Aina Kondo - Hitting the hiking trails of Tohoku with Quinlan of Go North Japan This is only HALF of what's to come this season... we got a lot more still in the works but gotta keep that unwrapped! So stay tuned for our season 7 premiere on July 10, 2026 and stick around for the rest of the season to find out what else we have in store on Season 7 of Krewe of Japan Podcast!! ------ About the Krewe ------ The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy! ------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------ Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode! Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season! Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan! ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------ JSNO Event Calendar Join JSNO Today!
Hey everyone! On this episode of The Board Boys Podcast, we deep dive Coming of Age from Ludonova and Dani Garcia! All 4 boy are back for this one and we are live from Dungeon's Gate! Make sure to come check out our Season 18 Game day on July 25th at the Gate! Also on this episode, make sure to stick around for some behind the scenes nuggets, we get devisive on Calico and we also dip into the CoBaverse. We also talk about some random crowdfunding habits and sometimes we realize its more about the company we keep then the games we play. Until next time, we hope you like Board Games! 0:00 - Intro 2:15 - Season 18 Game Day July 28th at Dungeons Gate 5:20 - Castles of Tuscany 16:30 - Calico 18:45 - Awaken the Ancients 23:09 - Haunted Mouse 26:15 - Zombie Princess 31:00 - Falling 36:22 - Coming of Age Introduction 40:15 - Coming of Age Review 1:08:45 - Bump or Dump - Transgalactica 1:13:00 - Outro and Patron Thanks
Castles in Ireland, both Hotels and Ruins
After an eight-game winning streak and a trip to the Commissioner's Cup Final, the New York Liberty look like contenders once again—but the bigger questions haven't disappeared. François discusses: - The defensive adjustments that sparked the turnaround - Chris DeMarco's impact on both ends of the floor - Pauline Astier's impressive emergence and Marine Johannes' polarizing role - Why Jonquel Jones is looking like her championship self again - The concerns about rotations, consistency, and recurring effort issues - Why the upcoming stretch could define the Liberty's season The Liberty have shown just how high their ceiling can be. Now it's about proving they can reach it every night.
In episode 139 we return to the Isle of Wight, but this time, we leave behind the haunted manors and family tragedies of part one, and step into something colder. This island is shaped not only by folklore and legend, but by the long shadow of justice, imprisonment, military power, and war. Across these hills stand places where authority ruled with an iron hand. Inns marked by murder. Castles that held kings captive. Hospitals filled with sorrow. Fortresses built in fear of invasion. Lighthouses scarred by wartime tragedy. And coastal batteries where generations of soldiers kept watch over a hostile sea. These are the stories of punishment, duty, confinement, and lives defined by violence and consequence — echoes that many believe still walk the island today. So join me, as we continue our journey and ask once again… just how haunted is the Isle of Wight? Support How Haunted? by subscribing and leaving a review. Join me for a Newcastle After Dark ghost walk. A small-group ghost walk exploring real locations across Newcastle after hours (running June to September 2026). Tickets and more info: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1989225437833?aff=oddtdtcreator Check out the official merch store at how-haunted.dashery.com where you can buy t-shirts, hoodies, mugs, hats, and much more. They come in a vast selection of colours and a wide range of sizes. Find out more about the pod at https://www.how-haunted.com and you can email Rob at Rob@how-haunted.com You can become a Patreon supporter for as little as £1 a month. You can choose from three tiers and get yourself early access to episodes, and exclusive monthly episodes where Rob will conduct ghost hunts and you'll hear the audio from the night. To sign up, and take advantage of a free seven day trial, visit https://patreon.com/HowHauntedPod Perhaps you'd rather buy me a coffee to make a one off donation to support the pod, you can do that at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/HowHauntedPod Music in this episode includes: Darren Curtis – Lurking Evil: https://youtu.be/3i0aVnpeppw " HORROR PIANO MUSIC " composed and produced by "Vivek Abhishek" Music link :https://youtu.be/xbjuAGgk5lU || SUBSCRIBE us on YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/DQQmmCl8crQ || Follow on Facebook: https://bit.ly/33RWRtP || Follow on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2ImU2JV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
THE FANTASTIC POUR Brett welcomes Doug Adamson to the Fantasti-Lounge for a new edition of the Fantastic Pour! We talk Blue Beetle, blend up a blue banana daquiri cocktail and mocktail, and read Blue Beetle #10. Join us in the Fantasti-Lounge as we discuss Castles in your neighborhood; Why Doug likes the Dolphins; The Chronos sandwich; Why is that green?! and much, much more! Secret Pour-igins: Banana Daquiri Cocktail: The Blue Banana Blue Beast Syrup recipe Add 2 cups water to pot and heat on low Stir in 1 cup sugar Squeeze 1 lemon and 1 orange into pot and stir Remove from heat and let cool Add 3 drops of blue food coloring and stir Place in container or cup and set aside MOCKTAIL Ingredients (per drink): 1 banana, sliced 1 cup pineapple chunks ½ cup Coconut Milk/Cream of Coconut 1 cup Pineapple Juice 1 oz. Blue Beetle syrup* 1 cup Ice Whipped Cream and maraschino cherry Instructions (per drink) Add the banana, pineapple, coconut milk, pineapple juice, and Blue Beetle syrup into a high-speed blender Add the ice and blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Pour into a hurricane or tall glass Garnish with whipped cream, a pineapple wedge, banana slice, or maraschino cherry COCKTAIL Ingredients (per drink): 1 banana, sliced 2 oz. White Rum or Coconut Rum 1 cup pineapple chunks ½ cup Coconut Milk/Cream of Coconut ½ cup Pineapple Juice 1 oz. Blue Beetle syrup* 1 cup Ice Whipped Cream and maraschino cherry Instructions (per drink) Add the rum, banana, pineapple, coconut milk, pineapple juice, and Blue Beetle syrup into a high-speed blender Add the ice and blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Pour into a hurricane or tall glass Garnish with whipped cream, a pineapple wedge, banana slice, or maraschino cherry Comic: Blue Beetle vol.1 #10, DC Comics, 1986 Have a question or comment? E-MAIL: fwpodcasts@gmail.com You can find The Fantastic Pour on these platforms: Apple Podcasts Amazon Music Spotify The Fantastic Pour podcast is a proud member of the FIRE AND WATER PODCAST NETWORK: Fire & Water website: http://fireandwaterpodcast.com Fire & Water Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/FWPodcastNetwork Fire & Water on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fireandwaterpodcast Fire & Water on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/fwpodcasts.bsky.social Fire & Water Podcast Network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fwpodcasts Use our HASHTAG online: #FWPodcasts Brett can be found on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/imagine8design/ and Bluesky at https://bsky.app/profile/imagine8design.bsky.social
We put ourselves on the spot with ten UK travel categories and share the places, journeys and moments we genuinely love after decades of travelling around the country. The conversation turns into a practical lesson on how to choose priorities for a first UK trip without getting overwhelmed.Favourite cities outside London, with York and Edinburgh highlightsBest day trips from London, including Bath and multi-stop guided optionsStandout UK train journeys, from Settle to Carlisle to the Caledonian SleeperBritish foods worth trying, including Scotch eggs and classic cakesFavourite churches and cathedrals, with Winchester, Salisbury and CanterburyCastles we recommend, from the Tower of London to Wales and NorthumberlandWildlife and landscape moments, including puffins and Highland sceneryMuseums we never skip, from the V&A to the National Railway MuseumBest seasons to visit the UK, comparing spring and early autumnOne-place picks for first-time visitors, from Chatsworth to the CotswoldsIf you'd like to get in touch, leave us a message on SpeakPipe. Share this with anyone you know who is planning a trip to the UK. If you've enjoyed the show, please leave us a review on your favourite podcast app.
Looking for a quieter side of Ireland? County Cavan offers peaceful lakes, ancient history, forest walks, and outdoor adventures that encourage travelers to slow down and truly experience the landscape. Full show notes and links at: Jody chats with Sean Thornton of Cavan Adventure Centre about why Ireland's Lakeland County deserves a place on your itinerary. From paddling to Clough Oughter Castle to disconnecting from technology and reconnecting with nature, this conversation highlights a side of Ireland many visitors miss. Highlights Why County Cavan is perfect for slow travel The fascinating history of Clough Oughter Castle Kayaking through the waterways of Lough Oughter Forest walks, wellness experiences, and outdoor activities Sean's top recommendations for visitors to Cavan
History tells us England was conquered at Hastings.That's the cover story.What happened on October 14, 1066 was a single afternoon of fighting that ended with Harold Godwinson dead in the dirt and William the Conqueror in possession of a battlefield. But conquest is not what happens on a battlefield. It's what happens in the 20 years afterward.In those 20 years, roughly 10,000 Normans replaced the ruling class of an entire kingdom of 2 million people. The old aristocracy. The old church hierarchy. The old landowners. All of them gone — not gradually over centuries, but in a single generation. By 1086, only 8% of England was still in Anglo-Saxon hands. The Domesday Book documented the new order in 800 pages and 2 million words, in a single year of administrative work that has no parallel in pre-industrial European history.This isn't conspiracy. It isn't ideology. It's architecture — and the architecture the Normans installed underneath the battle became the blueprint every successful conquering elite has read since.In this conversation with David Mainayar of the @Empire-Builders podcast:→ Anglo-Saxon England in 1065: the most centralized, monetized state in northwestern Europe — and why three rulers genuinely believed they had a claim to it→ The three weeks in September and October 1066 that contained the most jam-packed military sequence in medieval history — Stamford Bridge, the forced march south, then Hastings→ The Harrying of the North (1069-1070): William's near-genocidal three-month campaign that depopulated up to 75% of the region and ended Anglo-Saxon resistance→ The 500 castles built by the end of William's reign — and why the castle-and-knight system was the actual mechanism of the conquest→ The Domesday Book: William's 800-page survey of England, what it actually documented, and why it tells you everything about how the Normans understood power→ The biggest misconception about 1066, according to David: William the Conqueror wasn't actually the first Norman king of EnglandSubscribe to Hidden Forces in History for civilizational autopsies of the empires, institutions, and patterns shaping the world we live in now.*Support David:*https://x.com/EmpiresPodhttps://www.youtube.com/@Empire-Buildershttps://lex-books.com/CHAPTERS:00:00 The Conquest That Wasn't a Battle01:46 Welcome and Why 1066 Matters02:47 Anglo-Saxon England Before the Conquest05:06 The Three Claimants to the Throne13:36 Stamford Bridge and the Forced March South19:13 Hastings: Myth vs Reality24:42 William's Position at Nightfall27:06 The Real Conquest: The 20 Years After35:05 How 10,000 Normans Replaced 5,000 Landholders38:04 The Harrying of the North40:11 Castles, Knights, and the Norman System44:16 The Domesday Book47:44 The Norman Legacy: Stone, Language, Law50:17 Was 1066 a True Regime Change?54:38 The Biggest Misconception About 10661:02:41 Same Playbook, Different Century
With the 2026 FIFA World Cup just around the corner, Dan Orlowitz re-joins the Krewe to preview Japan's tournament outlook. We break down Samurai Blue's final roster, key players to watch, group-stage matchups, and what a successful World Cup would look like for Japan. Plus, Dan shares his predictions for the tournament's biggest surprises, disappointments, and who he thinks will be lifting the trophy when it's all said and done. Whether you're a diehard soccer fan or a once-every-four-years World Cup viewer, this episode is the perfect primer before kickoff. ------ About the Krewe ------ The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy! ------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------ Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode! Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season! Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan! ------ Past KOJ Sports-Related Episodes ------ Bridging Communities Through MLB Players Trust ft. Amy Hever & Chris Capuano (S6E18) Japanese Soccer on the World Stage ft. Dan Orlowitz (S6E6) Meet the J.League ft. Dan Orlowitz (S6E4) Kendo: The Way of the Sword ft. Alexander Bennett, 7th Dan in Kendo (S4E16) The Life of a Sumotori ft. 3-Time Grand Champion Konishiki Yasokichi (S4E10) Talking Sumo ft. Andrew Freud (S1E8) ------ About Dan Orlowitz ------ Dan's Socials & Writings J-Talk Podcast ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------ JSNO Event Calendar Join JSNO Today!
On this episode of the Wise_N_Nerdy podcast, Joe is joined by special guests Anthony Vito and Devocite for an unforgettable adventure through fandom, fatherhood, gaming, and hilariously chaotic conversations. From magical castles and anime recommendations to practical gaming advice and outrageous Reddit drama, this episode delivers everything fans love about the Wise_N_Nerdy experience while encouraging listeners to Find your FAMdom. The episode kicks off with the Question of the Week: “You've inherited a magical castle. What is your favorite room in the house?” The answers immediately ignite the imagination as the hosts and community dream up the ultimate fantasy fortress. Joe imagines sprawling magical libraries filled with ancient knowledge, while others discuss elaborate armories, peaceful greenhouses, majestic gardens, and grand throne rooms worthy of fantasy royalty. The discussion perfectly captures the creativity and escapism that define nerd culture. As always, the roll of the dice determines the path of the show, and the first segment selected is “Daddy, Tell Me A Story.” In this heartfelt conversation, the hosts reflect on moments when complete strangers restored their faith in humanity. From unexpected financial assistance during difficult seasons to strangers stepping in during stressful car troubles, the stories highlight the kindness and generosity that can appear when people need it most. It becomes a moving reminder that compassion still exists in everyday life. The dice then shift the conversation into “What Are You Nerding Out About?” where the hosts proudly showcase the fandoms currently consuming their attention. Devocite is deep into the wildly popular Dungeon Crawler Carl series, embracing the chaotic LitRPG adventure that has captivated readers everywhere. Anthony Vito shares his enthusiasm for the Gambler's Star Series by Nancy Holder, while Joe talks about watching the anime Log Horizon with his family, celebrating its unique take on gaming worlds and teamwork. Of course, no episode of Wise_N_Nerdy would be complete without a collection of groan-worthy Bad Dad Jokes. The jokes fly fast and painfully hard, delivering exactly the kind of wholesome cringe the community has come to love. The fates then lead the show into the “Parliament of Papas” segment, where the hosts react to a jaw-dropping Reddit story involving a man suing his girlfriend after she sent his beloved 1967 Impala to the scrapyard. The conversation explores emotional attachment, communication failures, and the difficult realities of handling treasured possessions in relationships. It's equal parts hilarious, shocking, and surprisingly thoughtful. Finally, the episode wraps up with the “How Do I…?” segment, where Joe, Anthony Vito, and Devocite share practical advice for gaming on a budget. From finding deals on computer parts to knowing when to upgrade hardware and where to search for discounts, the hosts offer useful strategies for gamers who want to enjoy their hobby without emptying their wallets. It's a grounded and helpful discussion that blends real-world experience with genuine enthusiasm for gaming culture. Whether you're here for fantasy castles, anime discussions, gaming advice, hilarious dad jokes, or meaningful conversations about life and kindness, this episode captures the heart of what makes Wise_N_Nerdy special. Wise_N_Nerdy: Where Fatherhood Meets Fandom Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Exploring Ireland's Boyne Valley and Westmeath reveals far more than famous castles and ancient monuments. From prehistoric cairns to quiet abbeys and welcoming farm stays, this region rewards travelers who slow down and venture beyond the busiest tourist stops. View full show notes and links at: https://irelandfamilyvacations.com/boyne-valley-westmeath-travel-tips/attractions/ Richard Ball of Johnsfort - Ireland at Your Leisure, shares favorite places across Meath and Westmeath, including overlooked historic sites, scenic countryside, and memorable local experiences visitors often miss. Highlights include: - Loughcrew Cairns and panoramic countryside views - Trim Castle and Norman history - Fore Abbey and its unique Seven Wonders pub - Tullynally Castle's “upstairs downstairs” experience - Staying at a boutique Irish farm stay in Westmeath Ireland Travel Resources: - Car Rental & Driving Guide: https://irelandfamilyvacations.com/ireland-car-rental-driving-guide/ - Ireland Travel Compass: https://irelandfamilyvacations.com/the-ireland-travel-compass/
Coral reefs cover less than one percent of the ocean floor but support roughly a quarter of all marine life. They are dying fast, and in many places, the physical structure of the reef itself has already crumbled away. Without that foundation, coral larvae have nowhere to land, and marine ecosystems cannot recover on their own. In this episode of Business For Good, Paul Shapiro talks with Dr. Ulrike Pfreundt, co-founder and CEO of rrreefs, about a new approach to ocean restoration. Instead of only growing coral in labs and transplanting it, rrreefs is 3D printing modular clay structures designed to replicate the hydrodynamics and habitat complexity of natural reef systems. These structures are anchored to the seafloor in degraded areas, and within months, coral larvae settle, invertebrate populations establish, and fish biomass increases by two to ten times compared to nearby unrestored areas. The conversation covers why previous artificial reef efforts using tires and concrete blocks failed, how clay performs in acidifying oceans compared to natural calcium carbonate reef rock, and why the company chose not to patent its core design. Dr. Ulrike explains how rrreefs generates revenue through corporate biodiversity partnerships, hotel contracts, and an emerging model she describes as a precursor to coral credits. She also discusses a community-based crowdfunding round launching in June 2026 that allows everyday investors to own a stake in the company, and why the long-term market may ultimately be driven by governments activating natural assets on their sovereign balance sheets to protect coastlines. Things You Will Learn: Why degraded coral reefs often cannot recover on their own, even when water quality improves, because the physical habitat structure is already gone. How 3D printed clay structures restore hydrodynamic conditions that allow coral larvae to settle and invertebrate communities to establish within months. Why clay outperforms natural reef rock in acidifying oceans, since calcium carbonate dissolves while clay does not. How rrreefs generates revenue through corporate biodiversity contracts, hotel partnerships, and an emerging coral credit model. Why rrreefs chose open-source principles for its reef design and is pursuing a social franchise model instead of traditional patent protection. Tools & Frameworks Covered: Hydrodynamic Habitat Design: An approach to artificial reef construction that prioritizes water flow patterns, cavity diversity, and larval settlement conditions rather than simply providing shade and structure for fish. Coral Credits (Emerging Model): A biodiversity offset framework in which corporations prepay for reef restoration projects and receive quantified impact data, functioning as a precursor to standardized tradeable reef credits. Social Franchising for Conservation: A scaling strategy where proprietary methods for reef construction and anchoring are shared through trained local operators under brand and quality standards rather than locked behind patents. #BusinessForGood #OceanRestoration #ClimateInnovation #SustainableBusiness
Castles speak. Especially in an age when they are no longer necessary. The Act of Union of 1800, which brought Ireland into closer association with Britain, challenged the status of Irish landed proprietors, and not a few responded by building castles. In Gothic: Building Castles in Post-Union Ireland (Four Courts Press, 2026) Dr. Judith Hill explores the projects of two Irish proprietors: the Burys, later Lord and Lady Charleville, who commissioned Francis Johnston, then Ireland's most important architect, to design Charleville Castle; and Lawrence Parsons, later 2nd Earl of Rosse, who reimagined seventeenth-century Parsonstown House as early nineteenth-century Birr Castle. Architecturally the castles belong to Georgian Gothic, a style that in Britain is overshadowed by later nineteenth-century Gothic and is largely overlooked in Ireland. In this fascinating new book, Dr. Hill investigates Georgian Gothic in its own terms as both a British and Irish phenomenon, demonstrating how antiquarian understanding, associative thinking, awareness of family pedigree and historicised design ideas resulted in a uniquely Irish response to the Gothic revival. Using the ample surviving archives related to both families, she argues that these architecturally original and significant castles eloquently expressed their builders' political and social concerns, making them artefacts of cultural unionism. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network
Almost exactly one year after Season 6's Expo 2025 deep dive with Sachiko Yoshimura, the Krewe closes the loop with two people who were actually there. Lea Disimone & Bridget McCarthy served as Youth Ambassadors at the US Pavilion during Expo 2025 Osaka, and they share what the program was really like from the inside, from a day in the life to the lasting impact it left on them. Two New Orleans connections, one world's fair, and a conversation worth the wait. ------ About the Krewe ------ The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, Threads: @kreweofjapanpodcast & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy! ------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------ Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode! Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season! Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan! ------ Past KOJ Episodes ------ Expo 2025: Japan on the World Stage ft. Sachiko Yoshimura [S6E2] Hanging Out In Hyogo ft. Rob Dyer of The Real Japan [S5E14] Checking Out Miyagi ft. Ryotaro Sakurai (Guest Host, William Woods) [S5E5] Explore Matsue ft. Nicholas McCullough [S4E19] Travel Hiroshima ft. Joy Jarman-Walsh [S4E4] Travel Aomori ft. Kay Allen & Megan DeVille [S3E17] Hungry For Travel ft. Shinichi of TabiEats [S3E15] Henro SZN: Shikoku & the 88 Temple Pilgrimage ft. Todd Wassel [S3E12] ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------ JSNO Event Calendar Join JSNO Today!
The April 2026 New Music Train heads for Wisconsin today, where Bob Peterson is standing on the platform with three picks to share with all the passengers. Brett Newski & the Bad Inventions, Magic Castles and a funky gem from Parlor Greens feature in Bob's picks from April 2026.Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon, iHeart, Stitcher and TuneIn. Or listen at SuburbsPod.com. Please rate/review the show on Apple Podcasts and share it with your friends.Visit our website at SuburbsPod.comEmail Jim & Patrick at rock@suburbspod.comFollow us on the Threads, Facebook or Instagram @suburbspodIf you're glad or sad or high, call the Suburban Party Line — 612-440-1984.Theme music: "Ascension," originally by Quartjar, next covered by Frank Muffin and now re-done in a high-voltage version by Quartjar again! Visit quartjar.bandcamp.com and frankmuffin.bandcamp.com.
In this special live episode of Sibling Rivalry, Bob the Drag Queen and Monét X Change invited fans to a one-night-only Airbnb Experience: Sequins, Scandals and Scottish Castles. Set against a playful, castle-themed stage, the duo serve up cocktails, spilled tea, and the gloriously chaotic back-and-forth that makes their dynamic so addictive. With Bob and Monét finally back on the same coast, the gloves come off as they debate, bicker, and read each other like only true friends can. It's a special episode full of laughter, drama, and just enough scandal to keep the castle buzzing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this special live episode of Sibling Rivalry, Bob the Drag Queen and Monét X Change invited fans to a one-night-only Airbnb Experience: Sequins, Scandals and Scottish Castles. Set against a playful, castle-themed stage, the duo serve up cocktails, spilled tea, and the gloriously chaotic back-and-forth that makes their dynamic so addictive. With Bob and Monét finally back on the same coast, the gloves come off as they debate, bicker, and read each other like only true friends can. It's a special episode full of laughter, drama, and just enough scandal to keep the castle buzzing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices