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This episode explores two emerging ways AI is starting to double the amount of drama happening on teams. The challenge is that those who may be lower in accountability can add more drama to your culture through careless AI use, sending along unprocessed "AI slop" that shifts the burden of thinking and cleanup onto whoever receives it. Meanwhile, your high accountables may be exponentially increasing that same drama by turning judgmental toward colleagues who are still finding their footing with the tool, sometimes writing off genuinely strong work simply because it looks AI-generated. This episode names the emerging problem on both sides and discusses practical ways to bridge that gap, refocus on self-reflection and personal accountability, and bring teams back together instead of splitting into judgment and defensiveness. Episode Highlights: 00:01:41 – Alex introduces the two ways AI use is increasing drama on teams 00:03:26 – The defining characteristics of AI slop: illusion of progress, shifted burden, receiver disengagement 00:05:01 – How a high accountable mindset processes receiving AI-generated work 00:07:18 – The break in trust that happens when unprocessed AI work lands on someone's desk 00:08:00 – Why self-reflection tools work through visual processing instead of verbal venting 00:11:12 – How AI accelerates the pattern of intellectualizing instead of truly reflecting 00:12:56 – Alex's idea for building self-reflection prompts into AI tools themselves 00:14:07 – The second source of drama: high performers judging others' AI use 00:16:03 – Applying "stop judging, start helping" to AI-era team dynamics 00:18:03 – A real example of a colleague wrongly assuming a photo was AI-generated 00:19:49 – Alex previews his upcoming book, Checkmate to Drama Link to pre-order Alex's book, How We Could: The Framework to Lead Without Drama, Build Alignment and Call Teams to Greatness for you and your teams: https://www.realitybasedleadership.com/pre-order

"God gets the last word" — no matter how chaotic the headlines get, how deep the hurt runs, or how final a situation looks, God is never caught off guard, and He always has the final say. In this message, Bishop Dale C. Bronner opens Matthew 24 to correct a common misunderstanding about Christ's return, walks through Romans 8:28's real meaning using a pound cake illustration, and traces the stories of Naomi, Job, Mary Magdalene, and the Apostle Paul to show that a hard chapter is never the final one. The message closes with the story of a painting titled "Checkmate," and the reminder that the King always has one more move. You'll learn: Why Jesus's return is not a secret rescue mission, but a triumphant return as King of Kings What Romans 8:28 actually promises — and what it doesn't The enemy's real strategy: getting you to stop bothering before he ever gets you to stop believing Why your last mistake, failure, or hard season doesn't get to define you How God meets people exactly where they are, with no cleanup required first

My therapist says I have a preoccupation with vengeance. We'll see about that. I really do. Hope it's somebody we want to see. But you know what? Son of a gun.  Shout out to my lips. Caroline Leavitt has left it. You get that play on words.  Who's going to replace her? She's really good. She's one of the best press secretaries ever. Maybe the best in modern history, to be honest with you. But who's gonna replace her? I think they need a dude now. Yeah.  I mean, Carolyn Leavitt, you know, she's like Nancy Lieberman. She could almost get into the NBA. But I think when you have a guy, think about like a Scott Jennings, he's good. Or Stephen Miller. Stephen Miller probably wouldn't be as good because Stephen is really brash and he's got this way of talking about things where he's, and then the president said, so it's kind of like shouting at you. Scott Jennings is more reserved. I would, between the two, I'd probably take Scott Jennings. You guys would, yeah, my producers agree. So Scott Jennings, he'd be a good pick.  Who else? I mean, there's some good people out there. And Scott Jennings was a Mitch McConnell guy. So you almost want more rhinos to get inside and see how things work with a real presidency versus some of these institutional guys, these establishment people. I don't, no disrespect, but they just don't, they don't hack, they don't know how to fight. Glad you guys are with me. We talked about being woke in the previous hour and how the left is waking up from woke.  Hey, I've got some good news. They're going to probably go after these FBIs. They had 14 informants on Biden corruption. They ran a secret disinformation campaign. They'll probably be firing those guys. Here's another one.  Here's a stat, something that should make you feel good. Food stamp enrollment cratered 5.3 million under President Trump. 5.3 million less people getting snapped. So figuring they get, I don't know what they get. What do they get? A few $100 a month? They got 1000 bucks a month for food, which would be a lot, right?  That's 5.3 billion. So do the math, cut it in half, whatever it may be. If they get $500 a month from SNAP, I don't know. I just know this. I'd like to have a SNAP card. Kevin, wouldn't you be embarrassed? No, why would I be embarrassed? I'd be getting my money back. I've got thousands of dollars. in the government that I gave back. I want my money back. And then I look at what they spend it on, shoot, I want triple my money back. I don't know about you guys. Anyway, Arizona, the biggest drop, 54.8% decrease in SNAP. That's how, think about that.  That's gotta be some illegals.  Kevin Jackson has been called, the "white-collar" Joe Rogan. Given their similar backgrounds in TV, comedy, and martial arts, it's easy to see why people enjoy Kevin's show so much. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We Like Shooting We Like Shooting - Ep 676 August 17, 2026 Presented by This episode of We Like Shooting is brought to you by: Foxtrot Mike (Code: WLSISLIFE) C&G Holsters (Code: WLSISLIFE) Gideon Optics (Code: WLSISLIFE) Midwest Industries (Code: WLSISLIFE) Blue Alpha Night Fision (Code: WLSISLIFE) Otis Technology (Code: WELIKESHOOTING15) Giveaways!! GAW   Text Dear WLS or Reviews +1 743 500 2171 Public   Show Titles   Gear Chat Note Montana Knife Company stoned goat ultrahttps://www.montanaknifecompany.com/products/stoned-goat-ultra EAA Corp. Girsan Witness2311 CMX XXX Discover the Witness2311 CMX XXX, a compact double stack 1911 with 16+1 capacity, a slim grip, firing pin block safety, and two-tone finish. The Girsan Witness2311 CMX XXX is a compact single-action 9mm pistol from EAA Corp. with 16+1 capacity using Check-Mate magazines. It features an RMSc-footprint optic-ready slide, 3.4-inch coned barrel, two-tone Cerakote finish, low-profile 3-dot sights, ambidextrous thumb safety, 4-slot Picatinny rail, and EAA limited lifetime warranty. Availability: Available for purchase via Add to Cart on eaacorp.com (no explicit stock, release date or additional retailers stated) Cost: $899 Special: Streamlined compact grip with aggressive texturing, low-profile magwell, and automatic firing pin block safety replacing traditional grip safety for 16+1 capacity without added bulk Odysee (Nick) SecondWatch FTN.6 Suppressor Pack Update: We received overwhelming feedback that people did not like the text. The intention was to save on what needed to be engraved. Since it is so unpopular, all text has been removed from the model… The FTN.6 Suppressor Pack is a downloadable set of 3D-printable files for DIY suppressors released by SecondWatch on August 15, 2026, via Odysee. It includes updated designs for rimfire, 5.56, and 300 BLK models that are described as the quietest FTN variants to date, matching or surpassing many commercial suppressors in head-to-head testing. The pack continues the FTN (Fuck The NFA) series focused on accessible, low-cost polymer printed silencers. Availability: Released August 15, 2026 on Odysee (@SecondWatch); downloadable files Special: FTN.6 Air is a very lightweight (~10.6 oz) and slim rifle suppressor using thread adapters; modular flash hider and compensator add-ons; FTN.6 Rimfire offers similar sound reduction to FTN.5 but in a smaller package Defiance Machine (Nick) Defiance Machine Deviant Comp Rifle Action Deviant COMP – The new standard for PRS competitors. The Deviant COMP refines our popular Deviant model into a purpose-built precision rifle action designed specifically for PRS competitors who demand speed, consistency, and reliability under pressure. Built with the features competitive shooters actually want, the Deviant COMP features an oversized bolt for fast cycling, an AW magazine cut compatible with both AW and AICS magazines, and guaranteed headspace for repeatable accuracy and hassle-free builds. This makes the Deviant COMP a competition-ready package that is ideal for PRS. Finished with nitride included at no additional cost, the Deviant COMP delivers premium performance at an exceptional value. Specifications Integral scope mount/rail. Integral recoil lug. Defiance swept legacy bolt design. Oversized competition bolt knob. Smooth chrome-moly bolt action with anti-bind design. Recessed bolt lugs, Mini-16 extractor, and plunger ejector. AW magazine cut. Trigger pins included. Nitride finish included. Why choose the Deviant COMP? PRS competition-ready feature set. Integral rail and recoil lug means more rigidity and reliability when it matters most. Receiver is made from once piece of pre-hardened aircraft-certified 416 stainless steel, allowing for tight manufacturing tolerances and increased performance. One-piece legacy bolt, machined to exacting tolerances required to cycle as smooth as possible. Swept bolt handle design to allow plenty of clearance with your rifle scope. Precision extraction system that significantly increases initial extraction and improves smooth bolt cycling. Need an extra bolt? Extra bolts are available when purchasing your action over the phone with our team for $495 each (includes extractor, ejector, and fire control assembly). The Deviant Comp is a purpose-built short-action bolt-action receiver from Defiance Machine, refined from the standard Deviant for PRS competitors. It is machined from a single piece of pre-hardened 416 stainless steel with an integral scope rail and recoil lug for rigidity and guaranteed headspace. It features an oversized competition bolt knob, swept bolt handle, anti-bind design, AW/AICS magazine compatibility, nitride finish, and a smooth chrome-moly bolt with recessed lugs, Mini-16 extractor, and plunger ejector. Availability: Available through retailers including Red Hawk Rifles (add-to-cart with options) and Altus Shooting (currently out of stock for specific variants like RH/308) Cost: $1,495.00 Special: PRS-optimized with oversized bolt for fast cycling, AW magazine cut compatible with AW and AICS, integral rail/lug for rigidity, and included nitride finish at no extra cost 270 Videos Removed from YouTube for FRN and WLS in Recent Days 270 videos removed from youtube for FRN and WLS in the last several days. Supplementary Research: Firearms Radio Network (FRN) produces multiple gun-related podcasts including the long-running We Like Shooting (WLS) show, which features discussions on firearms, gear, training, and current events. The claim states that 270 videos associated with these channels were removed from YouTube over several days in 2026. YouTube's enforcement actions in 2026 have included widespread removals tied to updated policies on AI-generated content, community guidelines, and monetization standards, with millions of videos and channels affected platform-wide. Gun Fights Play the best Price Is Right-style GunBroker game on the internet. Gun Fights Live DisplayFollow the game, prices, and reveals as they happen.Open the live display BangRank A live cast ranking segment for anything and everything in the gun world, powered by questionable certainty, strong opinions, and audience voting. BangRank Live VotingScan or open the link to rank along with the show.https://welikeshooting.com/rank   WLS is Lifestyle GunCAD Index 2011 OPTICS MAXXING by Foaps Files Designed specifically for the Nightalliance 2011 Maxxing frames. There are two styles to choose from and six different optic mounting patterns. Each … This is a 3D model release on GunCAD Index containing STEP and STL files for optic mounts designed specifically for Nightalliance 2011 Maxxing frames. It offers two styles, six optic mounting patterns (including ACRO, Docter-Noblex, Pic Rail, RMR, RMSc, T1-T2), Gas Pedal and Non-Gas Pedal variants, plus length options for Full, Commander, and Short frames. The page serves as an indexed preview only; actual files must be acquired from the original source. Why it Matters: Enables precise red-dot integration on custom 2011 pistols in the growing 3D2A community, allowing shooters to upgrade iron-sight platforms with modern optics without factory limitations. The Vibe: Clean, modular CAD aesthetic with purposeful engineering details—gas pedal extensions, multi-pattern plates, and frame-specific lengths that emphasize performance-oriented customization over factory aesthetics. Hot Take: In the 2011 maxxing scene, bolting a quality optic directly to a printed or custom frame is now the baseline, not an afterthought. GunCAD Index Freedomware Sedco SP22:8 SPEDBRO SP22 Printable 22LR Pistol Don't like the standard Jennings J22? Well here's his neglected brother, the Sedco SP22. A knockoff of the already trash J22. NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION O… The SPEDBRO SP22 is a 3D-printable knockoff of the Sedco SP22 / Jennings J22 design by FreedomWare. It is a rimfire 22 Long Rifle handgun classified as a printed firearm using DIY barrel, bolt, and fire control with no firearm parts required. The release includes multiple STL files, reference images, a drill key, and README; total size 2.5 MiB; explicitly not for distribution on DEFCAD; tagged for FOSSCAD and 3D2A. Why it Matters: Provides a fully printable 22LR plinking handgun design that requires no commercial firearm parts, enabling DIY production of a simple rimfire pistol using consumer 3D printing and basic tools. The Vibe: Utilitarian homemade aesthetic with blocky printed polymer grips and frame, exposed metal DIY barrel/bolt, and reference photos showing side-by-side comparison to a Bryco 22; raw FOSSCAD open-source vibe with technical STL and drill-key files. Hot Take: A knockoff of the already trash J22 – the neglected brother Sedco SP22 now lives on as a fully printable FreedomWare project for the 3D2A community. Guncadindex Tritschi 60 Seconds Timer for Shooting Range A self-built horizontal hourglass-style mechanical countdown timer using a stepper motor, GT2 belt, Nema17, Arduino Nano, and 3D-printed parts. It provides a large 160 cm x 90 mm visual window that transitions from white to red over exactly 60 seconds for timing K20-K23 handgun events in DSU disciplines, with startup red LED/beeper sequence, green LED indicator, optional beeper, and planned light-sensor start. Powered by 3S Li-Ion with BMS; designed in TinkerCad and printed on Prusa MK4/Sovol SV08. Why it Matters: Best Use Case: Competition (K20-K23 handgun events in German DSU shooting sports; helps pace 18 shots in 60 seconds without digital distractions or crowd noise) Hot Take: Quick Pro/Con: Pro – Large peripheral-vision mechanical analog display improves focus and timing accuracy; Con – Self-built (requires 3D printing,...

On this episode I sit down with Checkmate, an emo/punk rock band from Waldorf, MD. We talk about their latest EP "Love of a Sister" and what it's leading to. Before we end we also talk about the Maryland scene. Be sure to follow Checkmate and check out "Love of a Sister!!!This episode features the songs "Body" and "Black Sunflowers" from the album Love of a Sister.You can find Checkmate at the following links:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkmate.md/Bandcamp: https://checkmate.bandcamp.comYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@checkmatemd/Website: https://emobandcheckmate.com/_______________________________________You can find Beers With Bands here:Twitter: https://twitter.com/BeersWBandsPodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/beerswithbandspod/Bandcamp: https://beerswithbands.bandcamp.comEverywhere else: https://linktr.ee/BeersWithBands

Join the Checkmate Podcast as we discuss Vigilante 48, where Adrian Chase is back from the dead, learning new false facts about his Manic Pixie Nightmare Girlfriend, Black Thorn!   Adrian is concerned with his doppleganger, The Homeless Avenger, who is brutally murdering criminals that prey on the forgotten.  Join our discussion at feathersandfoes@gmail.com https://wrightonnetwork.libsyn.com/website www.checkmatepodcast.blogspot.com www.patreon.com/wrightonnetwork.com  

The Listing Bits podcast is now available on your favorite podcast player! Overview Greg Robertson talks with Santanu Barua, CTO of Vesta Plus, the tech platform owned by the Combined LA/Westside MLS (CLAW), about his path into MLS tech, the Checkmate compliance product, and VestaPlus's approach to AI and MCP servers. Key Takeaways Vesta Plus is a wholly owned subsidiary of CLAW, licensing its homegrown MLS tech to other MLSs since 2018 Santanu's path: EE/CS at University of Houston → mortgage tech at Countrywide (2001–06) → MLS technology since 2006 Checkmate, born from a talk with former CLAW COO Gigi Marina, catches violations input rules can't (bad remarks, photo violations via computer vision) and automates follow-up Products are built modular/extensible so tools like Checkmate can later be sold to other MLSs Vesta Plus has its own MCP server, launching soon to members — part of the "headless MLS" trend (Flex MLS/FBS also offers this) Data access runs through a controlled API layer, not direct database access, for security Greg pitches a "16 core fields + AI chat for everything else" MLS interface idea They discuss a possible marketplace for member-built AI tools, like custom GPTs New public-facing site (in development ~6 months) will let the public search agents and listings, with agents controlling how much history/testimonials they show Santanu's AI philosophy: build deliberately on existing data strengths, prioritize security over speed Contact Santanu: santanu@themls.com Sponsors Aligned Showings — MLS-owned showing software built to simplify scheduling, improve communication, and keep MLS data where it belongs. Giant Steps Job Board – Built for organized real estate and PropTech, not generic tech bros and recruiters who don't know what an MLS is. Production and editing services by: Sunbound Studios

This week, with Zach needing to be reborn through 30th century technology, Brian and Vince check in in some 1988 new series.

Even as ETFs and MicroStrategy sell into weakness, natural spot demand has kept Bitcoin from collapsing in what may be the shallowest bear market on record. The real test now is time pain, the grinding boredom that forces out remaining weak hands after the initial price capitulation.James Check, founder of Checkonchain.com, joins me to break down the current cycle through on-chain data and market psychology. His framework distinguishes price pain from the subsequent time pain that historically marks the true bottom.Checkmate examines why short-term holders flipped into high-conviction buyers, why 53K realized price now acts as a floor, the Pareto distribution among Bitcoin treasury companies, and why most copycat strategies will fail in the months ahead.Timestamps:00:56 — Last Day of Bear Feels Worst03:26 — Time Pain Grinds Out Weak Hands05:53 — Shallowest Bear Market Ever Seen08:53 — Spot Buyers Saving Bitcoin From Zero11:14 — Short-Term Holders Are Now Smart Money15:28 — July Bear Bottom: 8-Method Average18:50 — 53K Realized Price Now the Floor23:00 — Buy Bottom 15% and Just DCA28:30 — The AI Trade30:46 — Bitcoin and Gold Share a Rare Moat35:23 — Will Most Bitcoin Treasuries Fail?37:37 — MSTR's Sale of Bitcoin41:28 — Bitcoin Treasuries Follow Harsh Pareto Rule47:30 — Bitcoin Treasuries Next Cycle49:05 — High-Yield Trap?Links: https://x.com/_Checkmatey_https://x.com/_checkonchaincheckonchain.comhttps://charts.checkonchain.comhttp://newsletter.checkonchain.com/Stephan Livera links:Follow me on X: @stephanliveraSubscribe to the podcastSubscribe to Substack#StephanLivera #StephanLiveraPodcast #Bitcoin #BearMarket #OnChain #Checkmate #TimePain #RealizedPrice #BitcoinTreasury #MarketCycles

This episode of the morning show is a wild ride, featuring a trapeze artist who's not afraid of heights, a bestselling author who's got a story to tell, and a hilarious conversation about who we'd want to star in a movie with.Today's episode is a fun and eclectic mix of topics, from the world of circus arts to the world of literature and Hollywood. Our guest, Juliana Richards, is a trapeze artist who's been flying high for years, and she shares her story of how she got started and what it takes to be a part of the circus. Meanwhile, bestselling author Ben Affleck is in the studio, talking about his new book "Checkmate" and the fascinating story behind it. And in a fun segment, the hosts and their producer discuss who they'd want to star in a movie with - the possibilities are endless!One of the highlights of the episode is Juliana's story of how she got into the circus and what it takes to be a trapeze artist. She talks about the physical and mental challenges of her job, and how she's learned to trust her fellow performers. Ben Affleck's conversation is also a must-listen, as he shares the story behind his book and the research he did to write it. And in the segment about movie roles, the hosts and producer have some hilarious opinions on who they'd want to star in a movie with - from Vin Diesel to Mark Wahlberg.If you're looking for a fun and entertaining episode that's a little bit different, this is the one for you. Tune in to hear the full conversation and find out who our hosts and producer would want to star in a movie with.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The beat goes on for The Instrumental Season, as Moulz & Mel engage with the foundational sounds of hip-hop via their review of Lord Finesse's The SP1200 Project: A Re-Awakening. ---------------------------------- Intro (0:00) -- The Rating System, Explained (4:22 - 7:04) -- This Week In Moulz & Mel (1:56:37) -- The SP1200 Project: A Re-Awakening Info (2:18:10) -- Track 1: "Re-Awakening" (2:37:13) -- Track 2: "Gothic Thoughts" (2:45:56) -- Track 3: "Cinematic Soul" (3:11:14) -- Track 4: "Electric Impression" (3:22:36) -- Track 5: "Vibe Out" (3:36:23) -- Track 6: "Hand It Over" (3:53:16) -- Track 7: "Check Mate" (4:02:01) -- Track 8: "Moog Montage" (4:18:00) -- Track 9: "Get Down" (4:30:40) -- Track 10: "Hear The Vibes" (4:47:17) -- Track 11: "Street Theme" (4:55:23) -- Track 12: "Skyline Soul" (4:58:02) -- Ranking The SP1200 Project: A Re-Awakening (5:32:28) -- Outro (5:33:45)

For about two years, we've all been reaching for the biggest hammer on the wall because someone else was paying for the nails. If you were on a subscription, you grabbed the biggest, baddest model on the menu and used the crap out of it. Two hundred dollars a month for work that would have cost thousands on the meter. It rounded to free. Then a new model showed up for roughly fifteen minutes. It wasn't covered by anyone's subscription. It was priced by the token. And Rob immediately saw something much bigger than a product launch. The migration everyone assumed would be painful, moving millions of people away from all you can eat subscriptions, suddenly had a simple answer. Just make the newest, smartest model a premium experience. Checkmate. The buffet doesn't disappear. You just have to decide whether the lobster is worth paying for. Justin made the exact mistake he told himself he wouldn't make. He tried it anyway. He handed the model a sprawling request to audit an entire codebase and walked away. It came back with nearly twenty legitimate findings, from accessibility improvements to a legal disclosure that referred to the company as a corporation instead of an LLC. More importantly, it handled a level of independent work he wouldn't have trusted another model to do. His reaction afterward said everything: "I wish I hadn't tried it." Because once you've seen what the next generation can do, you can't unsee it. But if using it costs six or seven thousand dollars a month for one developer, "always use the best model" stops being a habit and starts becoming a business decision. Whether you're building with AI every day or just trying to make sense of where it's all headed, this conversation is a good reminder that the technology isn't the only thing changing. The business model is too. Give it a listen and see where Rob and Justin think it all leads.

Join our discussion on the Checkmate Podcast, where we discuss the face off we've waited for, The VIgilante vs. The Batman!  As exciting as that sounds, the battle between the big boss, KGB operative, Katia, and Vigilante is quite a fierce fight pound for pound panel for panel.  Ex-Soviet, Colonel Valentina Vostok, hands over the The Agency over to Harry Stein, really setting up the transition into Checkmate part one.  

Episode 564: Checkmate | Disclosure Day Review – Scary Movie and Mouse: PI for Hire Episode 564: Disclosure Day Review – Tyler starts off the episode by discussing the new film Scary Movie! Pat shares his thoughts on the new video game Mouse: PI for Hire. Tyler leads the discussion of the latest "Nerd News"...including the Heart of the Beast trailer! The Nerds review the new Steven Spielberg film Disclosure Day! They end the episode with a "Nerd Favorite"...favorite Nick at Nite show?   Timestamps:   What we are Into: 11:10-32:53   Nerd News: 32:53-46:07   Disclosure Day Review: 46:07-1:19   Nerd Favorite: 1:19   Cicada Cinema Fundraiser: https://www.patronicity.com/project/cicada_cinema__bloomingtons_new_movie_theater#!/  

Send us Fan MailThe Prisoner was a television program in the UK during the late 1960s. This particular episode, Checkmate, is an exploration of the inner workings of a conspiracy. How do the participants find a way to work together? How does the psychology of risk and trust intertwine?

What are the latest advances in lung cancer treatment? In April 2022, findings from the large scale CheckMate 816 clinical trial were presented to the American Association for Cancer Research. The trial looked into the effectiveness of immunotherapy drug Nivolumab, combined with chemotherapy to treat lung cancer patients. The findings were promising, showing that this particular treatment combination can delay the progression or return of cancer.  How common is lung cancer and how does it start? What are the most prominent treatment options? Should we expect this treatment to become used widely?  ⁠⁠In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions !⁠⁠ To listen to the last episodes, you can click here : ⁠⁠What is Roe vs Wade, the ruling that guaranteed American women abortion rights?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Could tourism quotas help preserve endangered local environments?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Is bikini waxing harmful for your health?⁠⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 9/7/2022 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Off-Air Show with Mike Felger and author Ben Mezrich. They're discussing Mezrich's new book, Checkmate, as well as his other catalogue of books. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Douglas Brunt returns to Totally Booked to discuss THE LOST EMPIRE OF EMANUEL NOBEL, the fascinating true story of the Nobel family's rise in imperial Russia, their pivotal role in the global oil industry, and the revolutionary forces that reshaped the twentieth century. From the origins of the Nobel Prize to the rise of Stalin and the fall of the Romanovs, Brunt shares how he uncovered this forgotten family saga—and why its lessons about power, energy, and history still resonate today.Bestselling author Ben Mezrich discusses CHECKMATE, his gripping deep dive into the biggest cheating scandal in chess history. From a shocking showdown between world champion Magnus Carlsen and controversial young challenger Hans Niemann to questions about AI, truth, and the future of competition, Mezrich unpacks the real-life drama behind a story that reads like a thriller. He also shares his unique approach to turning headline-making nonfiction into blockbuster books and films.** If you enjoy recommending things you love and even earning from it, you have to become a creator on ShopMy! You'll be able to see that your recommendations matter. Click my referral code here to learn more! ***** Want another secret podcast? If you sign up for my Z.I.P. Membership program, you'll get access to an exclusive podcast called Zibby's Show Notes, the behind-the-scenes of everything! Head to zibbyowens.com/subscribe to sign up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's guest Jason Timmons has quietly built up Vintage Computer Festival Midwest (https://vcfmw.org/) into the world's largest annual retro computing event. He joins the crew to talk about the end the line for the revived Checkmate Amiga case, the surprising differences in teletext penetration in the United States vs. the United Kingdom, and a look at the "overrated?" Amiga 500 Batman Pack. Visit https://www.addict.media/ for your copy of Pixel Addict magazine. 00:00 - Show Opening 09:48 - Checkmate Check Out Story Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bOssyAw8LoQ 33:05 - Teletext Admiration Society Story Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cCZEHoolBCg 54:18 - Housekeeping - News links found below 58:23 - Holy Clickbait Batman! Story Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5QY3Ud7zNQM 01:17:38 - Community Question of the Week

What if the most dangerous spiritual practice isn't the one that looks dark and dangerous, but the one that looks peaceful, loving, and full of life? In this profound episode of the Meditation Podcast, we sit down with Tom Snow, a man who has spent 56 years navigating the complex intersections of faith, healing, and spiritual deception. From a terminal liver cancer diagnosis at age 16 to hearing the audible voice of God and witnessing a miraculous healing that defied medical science, Tom's story is one of radical transformation. We dive deep into the "greatest masquerade" in spiritual history, the difference between religious legalism and a true relationship with the Divine, and how to distinguish the "still small voice" from the many deceptive whispers in the spiritual realm. Whether you are seeking healing, clarity, or a deeper connection to your own sovereignty, Tom's insights offer a roadmap for finding the peace that truly passes understanding.     ⏱️ Timestamps 0:00 Welcome & Introduction to Tom Snow   1:16 Tom's Story: A terminal liver cancer diagnosis at age 16   2:02 The Weight of Guilt: Believing he caused his mother's cancer   3:15 Visions of Eternity: Seeing life continue without him   4:00 The Audible Voice of God: "I love you" and a promise for the future   5:10 A Brother's Transformation: The gospel message after an LSD trip   6:24 The Chopper and the Hell's Angels: A radical turn toward darkness   8:16 The Grand Canyon Plan: A 16-year-old's plan for revenge and suicide   9:53 The Bubbling Up: Feeling the presence of God for the first time   11:41 The Miraculous Healing: A football-sized tumor melts in 24 hours   13:22 56 Years of Walking: Moving beyond organized religion and denominations   14:35 The Occult's PR Team: Why deception often looks like light   16:13 The "Checkmate the Matrix" Event: Finding solutions in community   25:57 The Names of the Disciples: Roman influence and Hebrew roots   27:11 Neither Jew nor Greek: Spiritual equality in the anointing   29:03 The Denomination Trap: Why 47,000 splits don't equal one bride   30:14 Hollywood vs. Reality: Debunking myths about demons and holy water   36:31 The Peace that Passes Understanding: The ultimate proof of God's presence   43:26 The Asbestos Connection: The tragic story behind Tom's mother's cancer   45:56 The Guilt of the World: Why Tom initially refused to seek help   58:26 The "PayPal" Achievement: How people are bilked for spiritual milestones   60:45 Psychedelics and Ayahuasca: Seeing connections vs. financial exploitation   61:42 Distinguishing the Voices: How to hear the true and living God   65:21 Don't Let Him Win: A powerful prayer for those facing suicidal thoughts   68:42 Nature's Golden Fire: Tom's mission to provide salt-free, sugar-free food   71:31 The 280 Million Americans: Why healthy food is a life-and-death issue   72:40 Where to Find Tom: JustToBeClear.com and his books   73:42 Outro: RoyCoughlan.com and the Meditation Podcast    

IS THE BOTTOM IN? In this episode, I sit down with on-chain analyst James Check (Checkmate) and sentiment researcher Michael Sullivan to dig into their joint report "Peak Apathy" and what it really means when nobody gives a damn about Bitcoin. We go deep on why this bear market feels different, how language data and on-chain metrics are converging on some of the clearest accumulation signals since 2022, and why the most dangerous thing you can do right now is let the herd talk you out of stacking. "IT'S TIME TO DOUBLE DOWN." If you've been feeling the vibe weirdness and want the data behind it, this one's for you. PEAK APATHY: https://open.substack.com/pub/checkonchain/p/peak-apathy FOLLOW JAMES: X: https://x.com/_Checkmatey_ WEBSITE: https://www.checkonchain.com/ FOLLOW MICHAEL: X: https://x.com/SullyMichaelvan Michael's website: https://linktr.ee/sullywrites PARTNERS & DISCOUNTS: LEDN: Bitcoin-backed lending. Go to ledn.io/walker and unlock liquidity WITHOUT selling your bitcoin. BLOCKSTREAM JADE: BLOCKSTREAM JADE HARDWARE WALLET: Head to https://store.blockstream.com/ and use coupon code WALKER for 10% off! BDIC™ is building an insurance marketplace on the bitcoin standard. Sign up for the waitlist at: http://bdic.io/walker Buy Bitcoin with River: http://partner.river.com/walker GET FOLD ($10 in bitcoin): https://use.foldapp.com/r/WALKER JOIN THE SUBSTACK TO GET NEW EPISODES DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX: https://walkeramerica.substack.com/ If you enjoy THE Bitcoin Podcast you can help support the show by doing the following: FOLLOW ME (Walker) on @WalkerAmerica on X | @TitcoinPodcast on X | Nostr Personal (walker) | Nostr Podcast (Titcoin) | Instagram Subscribe to THE Bitcoin Podcast (and leave a review) on Fountain | YouTube | Spotify | Rumble | EVERYWHERE ELSE

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BONUS: Why a Former Chess Champion Thinks Your Leadership Is Stuck in the Opening Game John Whitt spent 30 years managing billion-dollar construction portfolios in corporate America — sleeping five or six nights a week in hotel beds, traveling the country, winning at someone else's game. Then he walked away. In this episode, he breaks down what chess taught him about business phases, why generosity outperforms hustle in the long run, and how the "pause factor" keeps leaders from burning out while scaling their impact. From Corporate Construction to Coaching — The Move That Changed Everything "I spent 5, sometimes 6 nights a week, sleeping in a hotel bed, traveling around the country, and it really wasn't good for my sanity, it wasn't good for my family. And then the company decided to move from Southern California to Dallas, and so that was like the — I'm not going to Dallas move, and it's time to start something else."   John's corporate career was successful by every external measure — managing $500 million construction portfolios at companies like CB Richard Ellis. But the lifestyle was hollowing him out. He'd been thinking about leaving for a while when the relocation to Dallas forced his hand. Through behavioral assessment work, he discovered coaching was where his strengths naturally pointed — it had been his primary leadership style all along. In 2010, he invested in a Focal Point coaching franchise, which gave him the tools and training without having to reinvent the wheel. Combined with 30 years of corporate relationships, it was enough to launch. His reflection on the transition is simple: "The cool thing about coaching is that we're just helping people." The Chess Game of Business — Opening, Middle, and End "The way the chess game is played at the higher levels has influenced my way of thinking essentially for the rest of my life. The opening is where you're getting started — startup business, takes a lot of hustle, a lot of energy. But then the transition happens to the middle game, where you have to think a lot more strategically, and tactically with the right move in the right order, because the wrong order will not get you the results you're looking for."   John played in the United States Chess Championships in 1976, and the framework stuck. He maps business growth to three chess phases: the opening (startup hustle, high energy, you do everything), the middle game (strategic delegation, building systems, hiring people with an ownership mindset), and the end game (transitioning assets and resources to serve the life you actually want). The danger zone is the opening-to-middle transition. Founders and leaders get trapped being the go-to person for everything — solving everyone else's problems during business hours and doing their own work after hours and on weekends. The middle game demands a different skill: learning to operate on the business instead of always in it. And it can't happen overnight — you have to prioritize what to change, in what order, or it gets jumbled up. Accomplishing Goals Through Others — The Magic of Discretionary Effort "The magic is accomplishing goals through other people, because when you do that, you're going to do big things. As an individual, you can only do so much. There's only so many hours in a day."   John keeps coming back to one idea: if you're doing it all yourself, your impact is capped at 24 hours. The real unlock is getting other people to give their discretionary effort — that extra gear where someone stays 20 minutes longer because they care, or thinks about the project at home because they're genuinely excited. Discretionary effort isn't something you can demand. It comes from inspiration. John frames it through WIIFM — "What's In It For Me?" — everybody's favorite radio station. Leaders who skip that question get compliance. Leaders who answer it get mountains moved.   The flip side is equally important: many leaders have never been on a high-performing team, so they don't know what they're missing. They accept compliance as normal. Others are smart and capable but lack the relationship skills to inspire. John's point is clear: leadership through inspiration is a learnable skill, not an innate trait. Generosity as Strategy — Time, Talent, and Treasure "Generosity always — I mean, this is unequivocal — always gives you better long-term results. If you plan to be generous, if you say this is who I am and I will do the work that's necessary to be generous, then you will always get better long-term results."   John's 4-Facet LifeShine Generosity Process puts generosity at the center of leadership — an unusual move in a world that defaults to performance metrics and execution frameworks. His argument is that generosity isn't soft. It's strategic. The framework starts with unique identity (who are you?), then moves through three dimensions: time, talent, and treasure. Most people think generosity means writing a check. John says time and talent are far more powerful. A leader who invests the time to communicate vision and inspire the team is being generous — and that generosity compounds into better team performance, stronger relationships, and less burnout over time.   The risk, though, is over-giving. Agile coaches and scrum masters who tie their identity to the work are especially vulnerable — they give so generously at work that they burn out when results don't match expectations. That's where the plan matters: define the life you want, build the business or career to serve that life, and stay disciplined about boundaries. The Pause Factor — How Leaders Protect Their Thinking "You gotta learn to say pause. That's a great idea, I understand what you're saying, we need to spend a little more time on that — so let me schedule some time later. Because right now, if I spend all that time, it's not going to get my best thinking, it's not going to get my best response."   People bring problems to leaders constantly — personal problems, business problems, urgent and not-urgent mixed together. The instinct is to solve immediately. John teaches leaders the "pause factor": acknowledge the importance of what someone brings you, then schedule dedicated time to address it properly. This isn't avoidance — it's quality control for your own thinking. When you're distracted and rushed, you give worse answers. When you pause, you also create space to ask: is this mine to solve, or does it belong to someone on my team?   John extends this to how teams bring problems: train people to come with clarity — here's the problem, here's the challenge, here's some potential solutions. That way the leader can triage effectively in a short time instead of getting pulled into an unstructured conversation that eats an hour. About John Whitt John Whitt is a leadership strategist with 30+ years of business transformation experience, from managing $500 million construction portfolios at companies like CB Richard Ellis to coaching small business owners. He's the author of Checkmate!: Winning Tactics for Translating Ideas Into Money and creator of the Whole Life Leadership experience.   You can link with John Whitt on LinkedIn.  

We venture forth to the nerd cave this week to discuss Smile (2022) and Smile 2 (2024), both directed by Parker Finn, and what begins as a serious conversation about trauma, grief, and psychological horror immediately mutates into a 90-minute brainstorming session about how challenging the Smile Demon to a Mario Kart battle in space somehow makes sense? Look, if Leprechaun and Hellraiser can go to space, then this Demon-thing can, too.As we dive deep into Parker Finn's increasingly cursed universe of hallucinations and nightmare logic, we also break down why Smile worked so well as a psychological horror film, and how Smile 2 somehow managed to crank every dial into the red like a caffeinated psychopath that says, “What if we made everything worse?”Naturally, the convo asks the obvious questions such as:Is the Smile Demon secretly living its best life? Would the franchise improve if future sequels took place in Victorian England? Would Smile 9: Smile Harder feature Joker gas? Could Kyle Gallner have defeated the curse by challenging it to Mario Kart in low Earth orbit? The answer to at least one of these questions is apparently yes.We also celebrate everything that makes the franchise work:The relentless rug-pull hallucinations The terrifying "wait... is that person real? momentsThe increasingly horrifying mythology The monster design that somehow consists mostly of teeth and yet still makes everyone want to leave the room immediately By the end of the episode, we ultimately conclude that if you ever find yourself haunted by an ancient smiling nightmare creature, skip the therapy session, skip the drug dealer, skip the exposition, and immediately launch yourself into space.Checkmate, demon.CREEP-O-RAMA is: Store: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CREEP-O-RAMA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@creep-o-rama⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Josh: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@joshblevesque⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Artwork: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@bargainbinblasphemy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Theme: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@imfigure⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Audio: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@stranjlove

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This is Frank Gaffney with the Secure Freedom Minute.   Iran's Foreign Legion, doing business in Lebanon as the designated terrorist group Hezbollah, has refused to join a ceasefire negotiated between the country's putative government and Israel. That could amount to a strategic checkmate that leads at last to Lebanon's liberation, provided that is, President Trump is not induced to intervene to save the jihadists absent such an error, Israel is now in a position to mop up what is left of Hezbollah's infrastructure and personnel south of the Latani River.    It can also help Christians to its north secure their own areas and work with Druze, Sunnis, and even some Shiites elsewhere in Lebanon to root out their common enemy, the Iranian occupiers. Mr. President, ignore those urging you to rescue the Iranian Sharia supremacists. At a minimum, let Israel and Lebanese yearning to get their country back finish the job.    This is Frank Gaffney.

A Note from James:Oh my gosh, one of my favorite guests ever: Ben Mezrich.Ben wrote Bringing Down the House, which became the movie 21. He wrote The Accidental Billionaires, which became The Social Network. And now his latest page-turner, Checkmate, is about one of the most explosive scandals in modern sports: the Hans Niemann chess cheating controversy that took over the world.You remember the story. Magnus Carlsen, the greatest chess player of all time, loses to this completely arrogant, egotistical 19-year-old bad boy of chess. Then Magnus accuses him of cheating. This had basically never happened before at that level in chess.What followed was a viral meltdown: the infamous anal beads tweet, death threats, lawsuits, chess.com, Netflix documentaries, and a chess world at war with itself.Ben spent over a year with Hans Niemann. He got access to Magnus's camp, chess.com, and the drama behind the chessboards. So we talk about whether Hans actually cheated that day, the insane rise of online chess during COVID, the world of prodigies, the generational clash inside elite chess, and how one suspicious game nearly destroyed a young player's career.So welcome to one of my favorite guests, Ben Mezrich.Episode Description:James talks with bestselling author and screenwriter Ben Mezrich about Checkmate, his new book on the Magnus Carlsen–Hans Niemann chess cheating scandal. It's classic Mezrich territory: brilliant young people, high-stakes competition, huge money, a gray area between genius and rule-breaking, and a story that becomes much bigger than the facts alone.The conversation is especially strong because James knows the chess world firsthand. He was a master-level player, helped build early internet chess infrastructure, knows many of the top players, and has commentated on Norway Chess. That gives the interview a different texture: Ben brings the reporting and the narrative access, while James brings the chess context and the ability to test the story move by move.They talk about Hans's rise, Magnus's suspicion, chess.com's cheating algorithms, why online cheating is different from over-the-board cheating, the role of the infamous anal beads tweet, and the psychological cost of being publicly accused without definitive evidence. The question underneath the whole episode is not just “Did Hans cheat?” It's: what happens when reputation, genius, technology, money, and suspicion all collide on one chessboard?What You'll Learn:Why the Carlsen–Niemann scandal became a global story far beyond the chess world.How Ben Mezrich got access to Hans Niemann, chess.com, Magnus's camp, and the hidden details around the scandal.Why cheating online is easier to detect than many people think, while over-the-board cheating may be harder to catch.Why Magnus's accusation is both serious and complicated, even without definitive public evidence.How the anal beads rumor actually started—and why it turned a chess controversy into an internet phenomenon.Why Hans Niemann's comeback to elite chess is so unusual after that level of reputational damage.How Ben thinks about stories involving ambition, genius, scams, gray areas, and young people breaking rules.Timestamped Chapters:[02:00] Preview: Hans Niemann, Magnus Carlsen, and the cheating accusation[02:59] A Note from James: Ben Mezrich returns[04:17] James's chess background and connection to the story[04:45] Ben's year embedded with Hans Niemann[05:00] Why elite chess players have such unusual personalities[05:42] Why chess carries cultural weight[06:15] Why the scandal exploded worldwide[07:44] Chess.com, streaming, and the billion-dollar chess economy[08:12] The Mezrich formula: genius, ambition, gray areas, and scandal[09:49] Online cheating vs. over-the-board cheating[10:29] Why technology has changed cheating in chess[11:44] The reputational risk of cheating over the board[12:37] Why top-20 chess status matters financially[13:12] Hans Niemann's unusually fast rise[14:00] COVID, online chess, and Hans's obsessive tournament grind[15:49] Suspicious patterns, livestreams, and uncertainty[17:09] Hans's history of online cheating[17:33] Hans living alone in New York as a teenager[18:42] Not getting into Harvard and resetting his life around chess[19:35] James admits he may have been the first person to cheat online[20:42] Why cheating can help build a streaming reputation[21:29] How chess.com detects online cheating[22:04] Magnus's gut feeling after the Sinquefield Cup game[23:19] Magnus's state of mind before playing Hans[24:00] The photographer incident no one knew about[25:19] Magnus confronting the photographer[26:47] Hans's body language during the game[27:32] Why Magnus felt “nobody plays me like this”[28:08] Hans's explanation of the win[29:00] The psychological battle between Hans and Magnus[29:43] Magnus's breakfast with Danny Rensch before the game[31:00] Why prior online cheating changes how opponents experience the board[31:39] Hans's belief in a “chess mafia”[32:44] Hans spiraling after the accusation[34:30] The mental health cost of cheating accusations[35:07] How the anal beads rumor became the whole story[35:41] Ben tracks down the source of the viral tweet[37:54] Could Magnus and Hans ever respect each other?[38:16] The rematch and Magnus's decisive win[39:13] Prodigies, aging, and being replaced[40:28] Why Ben thinks Magnus still believes Hans cheated[41:10] Magnus wanting to confront Hans directly[42:00] Henrik Carlsen, old-world chess honor, and suspicion[43:26] How cheating might have been possible at Sinquefield[44:49] The theory of an accomplice and the limits of evidence[46:00] Chess.com's report and what it did—and didn't—prove[47:14] The suspicious post-game interview[48:10] Why accusation without proof is still dangerous[49:45] Aging, rating decline, and the future of elite chess[51:13] Could Hans Niemann ever become number one?[52:00] Psychology, killer instinct, and the gap between top 10 and number one[53:05] How Hans makes money now[54:08] Turning chess into a stadium sport[55:33] The movie adaptation with Nathan Fielder, Emma Stone, and A24[57:35] Ben's next projects: The Social Reckoning and The Last Orbit[59:21] Ben and James on Billions[59:39] Closing thoughts on chess, storytelling, and CheckmateAdditional Resources:Checkmate: Genius, Lies, Ambition, and the Biggest Scandal in Chess by Ben MezrichBen Mezrich's official websiteChess.com's interview and coverage of Mezrich's CheckmateChess.com's 2022 Hans Niemann reportNetflix's Untold: Chess Mates, the documentary on the Carlsen–Niemann scandalFIDE Ethics and Disciplinary Commission decision related to the Carlsen–Niemann controversyBringing Down the House, the Ben Mezrich book adapted into 21The Accidental Billionaires, the Ben Mezrich book adapted into The Social NetworkSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jim Rome's Daily Jungle 6/2/26 The Philadelphia Eagles trading AJ Brown was about more off-field issues than what we saw from him on the field. The Cleveland Browns are still defending trading Myles Garrett while keeping Deshaun Watson as their starting QB. Today's guests include best-selling author Ben Mezrich and Kentucky Football Head Coach Will Stein. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Jim Rome Show HR 1 - 6/2/26 While the Myles Garrett trade makes sense, we're all still wondering why AJ Brown had to leave the Philadelphia Eagles at all. Then, best-selling author Ben Mezrich joins the show to discuss his latest book, "Checkmate: Genius, Lies, Ambition and the Biggest Scandal in Chess." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This episode of the Billy and Lisa Morning Show is a wild ride, full of surprises and fascinating conversations. From a book club event with bestselling author Ben Mezrich to a discussion about the latest news and entertainment trends, this episode has it all.The hosts dive into a range of topics, including the upcoming iHeartRadio Music Festival, which promises to be an epic event with a star-studded lineup featuring Cardi B, BTS, and more. They also discuss the latest news in the world of sports, including the Stanley Cup Finals and the return of tennis legend Serena Williams. And, of course, no episode would be complete without a dose of humor and pop culture, as the hosts tackle topics like the viral "anal beads" scandal and the latest finales of popular TV shows.But the real highlight of the episode is the conversation with Ben Mezrich, author of the bestselling book "Checkmate." Mezrich shares stories about his experiences researching the book, including his time spent with chess masters and his journey to becoming a bestselling author. He also talks about his upcoming projects, including a movie adaptation of his book and a new book he's working on.If you're looking for a fun and engaging conversation that covers everything from entertainment to sports to pop culture, this episode of the Billy and Lisa Morning Show is a must-listen. Tune in to hear the full conversation with Ben Mezrich and all the other exciting discussions from this episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you tired of the "fear porn" industry telling you that everything is collapsing without offering a single solution? In this powerful episode of the Awakening Podcast, we welcome back Peter Wilson, a leading voice in the sovereignty movement and organizer of the iconic "Checkmate the Matrix" event. Peter shares the incredible success of his recent three-day summit in Newcastle, where hundreds gathered to learn practical, actionable steps for reclaiming their health, finances, and energy. We dive deep into the systemic corruption behind gas and electricity prices in Ireland and the UK, exposing the roles of companies like Centrica, BlackRock, and Vanguard. Peter doesn't just point out the problems; he provides the blueprint for creating your own power, cleansing your own water, and moving toward decentralized financial platforms. If you're ready to stop waiting for a "knight in shining armor" and start becoming the hero of your own story, this episode is for you.     ⏱️Timestamps Timestamp Topic Description 0:00 Welcome & Introduction to Peter Wilson 0:47 The "Checkmate the Matrix" Event: A three-day success in Newcastle 2:13 Why Newcastle? The iconic venue and safe community space 3:23 Moving Beyond "Fear Porn": Focusing on solutions, not moaning 4:12 Sovereignty in Practice: Food, health, and financial independence 5:01 The "Plastic Bag" Solution: Why dropping out of the system isn't the answer 6:12 The "Waiting to be Saved" Trap: Why you are your own rescuer 7:43 The Biscuit Factory: A unique venue for a unique movement 9:17 Audio-Visual Evolution: Improving the streaming experience for next year 11:04 The Corruption of Energy: Exposing the sale of Board Gáis to Centrica 12:54 BlackRock & Vanguard: The hidden hands behind global energy profits 14:35 The Irish Oil & Gas Scandal: How royalties were scrapped for "golden handshakes" 16:13 Comparing Ireland to Norway: A masterclass in national resource mismanagement 25:57 Wind Energy Innovation: The "Tin of Beans" silent turbine 27:11 Micro-Inverters & Solar Power: Plugging directly into your home grid 29:03 The Ed Miliband "Paperwork" Delay: Legal vs. safe energy solutions 30:14 Apartment Solar: How to collect energy from a balcony 36:31 Cleaning Solar Panels: Improving efficiency and potential business ideas 37:08 The Water Cooling Hack: How to make solar panels perform better in heat 41:48 Sovereign AI: Using technology to build independent income streams 54:39 Direct Democracy & Accountability: Learning from international models 56:51 "A Real Collusion": Using fiction to expose political truth 65:21 The Organ Donation Crisis: A call for systemic reform 87:04 Outro: RoyCoughlan.com, sponsorship, and the Sovereign AI Blueprint 88:02 Special Announcement: Your Sovereign AI Income Blueprint training            

MeidasTouch host Ben Meiselas reports on Donald Trump getting checkmated by world leaders who are rolling out massive increases to their nuclear arsenals as a result of Trump's weakness and destruction of the world order. Remember to subscribe to ALL the MeidasTouch Network Podcasts: MeidasTouch: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/meidastouch-podcast Legal AF: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/legal-af MissTrial: https://meidasnews.com/tag/miss-trial The PoliticsGirl Podcast: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-politicsgirl-podcast Cult Conversations: The Influence Continuum with Dr. Steve Hassan: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-influence-continuum-with-dr-steven-hassan The Weekend Show: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-weekend-show The Ken Harbaugh Show: https://meidasnews.com/tag/the-ken-harbaugh-show Majority 54: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/majority-54 On Democracy with FP Wellman: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/on-democracy-with-fpwellman Uncovered: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/maga-uncovered Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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This episode of the podcast is a wild ride, full of fascinating stories and hilarious moments. From a Polish truck driver's surprising confession to a cheating scandal in the world of chess, this episode has it all. The hosts dive into the world of high-stakes competition, where the line between victory and defeat is thin, and the consequences of cheating can be severe.The conversation takes a turn for the absurd when the hosts discuss a Polish truck driver who was caught smuggling eight million dollars worth of cocaine in a shipment of Kim Kardashian's Skims products. But it's not just the bizarre nature of the story that's interesting - it's the fact that the hosts are having a blast discussing it. They also delve into the world of competitive chess, where a cheating scandal involving a 19-year-old American kid and a world chess champion has left the chess community reeling.The hosts also chat with Ben Mezrich, author of the new book "Checkmate," which tells the story of the biggest cheating scandal in the history of chess. Mezrich shares some of the wild and unbelievable details of the scandal, including the use of vibrating anal beads to cheat. It's a story that's equal parts fascinating and disturbing.If you're looking for a podcast that's full of humor, intrigue, and fascinating stories, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to hear the hosts' hilarious reactions to the Polish truck driver's confession, the cheating scandal in chess, and the wild story behind Mezrich's new book.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Iran now controls the Strait of Hormuz. They have access to 30 of their 33 missile launching sites along the Persian Gulf coastline. They have tens of thousands of drones, mobile missile launchers moved inland, and have already struck a Qatari natural gas facility that will take years to repair. The American military umbrella that once protected Gulf State energy infrastructure has been exposed as ineffective. Hawk walks through Kagan's full argument, including what a post-American world order looks like when China and Russia emerge stronger, when Gulf States and European nations begin normalizing relations with Iran, and when America's weapons stockpiles are critically depleted after six weeks of nonstop bombing with no clear strategic objective from the start. Fox News analyst and retired Army General Jack Keane says the U.S. is preparing to return to full-scale combat operations. Trump has reportedly asked the intelligence community to assess what it would look like to simply declare victory and leave. The U.S. has also just rejected Iran's latest peace deal. The nuclear question is real. Israel has the Samson Option. Trump is backed into a corner. Neither Trump nor Netanyahu has shown restraint when losing. SUPPORT & CONNECT WITH HAWK- Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mdg650hawk - Hawk's Merch Store: https://hawkmerchstore.com - Connect on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mdg650hawk7thacct - Connect on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hawkeyewhackamole - Connect on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/mdg650hawk.bsky.social - Connect on Substack: https://mdg650hawk.substack.com - Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hawkpodcasts - Connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mdg650hawk - Connect on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/mdg650hawk ALL HAWK PODCASTS INFO- Additional Content Available Here: https://www.hawkpodcasts.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@hawkpodcasts- Listen to Hawk Podcasts On Your Favorite Platform:Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3RWeJfyApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/422GDuLYouTube: https://youtube.com/@hawkpodcastsiHeartRadio: https://ihr.fm/47vVBdPPandora: https://bit.ly/48COaTB

In today's episode, you'll discover: 1.     That means working harder, hiring better, or delegating more isn't the real problem; it's design, not effort. 2.     That the same instincts that built your business are now the ones holding it back, and how those strengths become liabilities without you noticing? 3.     If you're wondering whether you have a founder-dependency problem, my guest will share the simplest test you can run on yourself today. To support these three takeaways, I chose a quote from James Clear "Time spent working hard is often better spent identifying where the bottleneck is located.  Working hard on the wrong thing leads to frustration, not progress." About John Whitt: John Whitt is an experienced coach and the author of Checkmate! Translating Ideas into Money, a book that uses chess as a metaphor for business strategy. John brings over 30 years of experience helping both corporations and small businesses shift their culture, boost results, and improve profitability. How to Get in Touch with John Whitt: Websites:  https://businesswhitt.com/ Email: John@businesswhitt.com Previous Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/enlightenment-of-change/id1313299091?i=1000753048021 Gift - Freedom Gambit: https://freedomgambit.businesswhitt.com/ Pre-Order John's Book First Not Last: Stalk me online! Linktr.ee: https://linktr.ee/conniewhitman Communication Style Assessment (CSA)™:  https://changingthesalesgame.com/communication-style-assessment/ Subscribe to the Enlightenment of Change podcast on your favorite podcast streaming service or YouTube.  New episodes are posted every week. Listen to Connie explore new sales and business topics or address problems you may have.  

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Robert Kagan, a leading architect of the 2003 Iraq invasion and the wider 'neocon' tendency in Washington, published an article this week titled 'Checkmate in Iran.' On today's show, Brian Becker and Layan Fuleihan discuss the latest headlines and react to this article, of which an excerpt reads:"The defeats in Vietnam and Afghanistan were costly but did not do lasting damage to America's overall position in the world, because they were far from the main theaters of global competition. The initial failure in Iraq was mitigated by a shift in strategy that ultimately left Iraq relatively stable and unthreatening to its neighbors and kept the United States dominant in the region.Defeat in the present confrontation with Iran will be of an entirely different character. It can neither be repaired nor ignored. There will be no return to the status quo ante, no ultimate American triumph that will undo or overcome the harm done. The Strait of Hormuz will not be “open,” as it once was. With control of the strait, Iran emerges as the key player in the region and one of the key players in the world."Source: https://www.theatlantic.com/international/2026/05/iran-war-trump-losing/687094/?gift=hiiGzc0-UIJgig613c5z6zZjRf2WZbvFWlow-CamhFA&utm_source=copy-link&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=shareThis episode was recorded on May 12th 2026.

Ghost opens episode 106 with the Senate hearing where Lindsey Graham attacks Pakistan as mediator, then cuts to Trump defending Pakistan's field marshal and prime minister in real time. Two landmark op-eds frame the hour: Robert Kagan's Atlantic piece declaring the Iran confrontation a strategic defeat for US-led hegemony, and Prince Turki al-Faisal's Arab News essay crediting MBS with quietly pulling the rug out from under the war's advocates. Ghost walks through reports of secret UAE and Saudi strikes on Iran, calling them psyops aimed at fracturing Muslim world unity. Israel's Starlink de-anonymizing tool surfaces as confirmation of Ghost's theory about Russian intelligence helping Iran identify Mossad and CIA protest operators. At home in Israel, the Haredi factions move to dissolve the Knesset after Netanyahu fails to deliver the Yeshiva draft exemption, with the IDF chief warning the military will collapse without 12,000 new recruits immediately. Smotrich says publicly the war must end with expanded Israeli borders. The World Jewish Congress governing board meeting closes the episode with Ronald Lauder calling for more aggressive hate speech prosecution and the Axel Springer CEO declaring Europe must become more Jewish.

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Pope Leo XIV's first Easter message, where he called for global peace amidst conflicts like the Russia-Ukraine war and the US-Israeli war on Iran. The "messy" irony lies in the transition from a solemn papal address on world "ravaged by wars" to the interpersonal "messiness" and psychological pathology discussed in the following segments.   The Anti-Inflammatory Power of Basil Basil contains a high concentration of Eugenol. In the world of natural chemistry, Eugenol is a "blocker"—it actually works similarly to over-the-counter NSAIDs (like Ibuprofen) by inhibiting the enzymes (COX-2) that cause swelling and pain in the joint. How it adds to your Aloe-Herb Salve: Adding Basil creates a "Triple Threat" for your severe arthritis: Rosemary: Increases local circulation (brings blood flow to the joint). Lemon Balm: Calms the "angry" sensory nerves around the kneecap. Basil: Acts as the heavy-duty anti-inflammatory to reduce the actual swelling. Savoring the Silence & Protecting the Peace. You can't fix stupid, and you certainly can't fix a narcissist. But you can fix your boundaries. If every time you share a win, you get a grunt, stop sharing the win. Build your 'Silent Resort' and invite people who know how to celebrate. Your joy is too expensive to be spent on someone who is committed to being miserable. Protect that peace! Federation is a hard sci-fi crossover; it functions as a secular Passion play. It tells the story of a man (Cochrane) who suffers through a global apocalypse (WWIII), offers humanity "salvation" through the light of warp drive, disappears (dies to the world), and is ultimately "resurrected" through the grace of an alien entity and the legacy he leaves behind. The Bravo-verse: A Masterclass in Internalized Bias & Bozoma St. John, Gamer Recognized Game. I don't think I am kissing up, I am calling a spade a spade. And Boz St. John is calling 4-a possible- 5, yelling Domino, Uno Reverse-draw 4-Uno on those b@@@chs.      Just when I thought I was going to leave Reality TV commentary to the pros, here comes Ciara Miller and The Boz of it all....While the underfed hippos are snapping in the fake LA swamp, Bozoma is playing the Kobayashi Maru of the C-Suite. She didn't come to win the game; she came to audit the players and then unplug the board. Checkmate. Meeting Adjourned.   Check out my music on Spotify and Apple or wherever you listen to music! The official videos are on YouTube. Stream and stream often! Navigate to https://linktr.ee/tnfroisreading to check out all coffee and book options. Seasonal Affective Disorder Is Treatable and all of us should be about fixing our mental health always.... If you are searching for help and direction in your struggles with depression and addiction Call 1-800-273-8255 Available 24 hours everyday   There is also an online chat feature https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/   And if Vodka is the problem, call  1-800-662-HELP (4357) for 24/7 help. Please reach out to find joy in this season!

Tim, Phil, and Tate are joined by Priya Patel to discuss Trump going around the SAVE Act, NASA sending astronauts to the moon, Kristi Noem's husband's cross-dressing double life, Trump to visit SCOTUS, and SCOTUS striking down the Colorado ban on conversion therapy.  SUPPORT THE SHOW BUY CAST BREW COFFEE NOW - https://castbrew.com/ Join -    / @timcastirl   Hosts:  Tim @Timcast (everywhere) Phil @PhilThatRemains (X) | https://allthatremains.komi.io/ Tate @RealTateBrown (everywhere) |  @TimcastTateBrown  (YouTube) Producer: Carter @carterbanks (X) |  @trashhouserecords  (YT) Guest: Priya Patel @priyaee (X) Podcast available on all podcast platforms! THE MADMAN HAS DONE IT, Trump Moves To Checkmate Democrats | Timcast IRL For advertising inquiries please email sponsorships@rumble.com

In this episode, we discuss the recent "No Kings" protests that took place across the U.S., drawing over 8 million participants, marking it as one of the largest demonstrations in American history. We analyze the contrasting narratives around protests and the political implications of the ongoing government shutdown. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

President Trump draws a stark contrast with the Democrats at the State of the Union; Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib are the new faces of the Democratic Party, and that's an awful thing for the Democrats; and the media meltdown over Trump's big night. Ep. 2375 - - - Click here to join the member-exclusive portion of my show: https://dwplus.watch/BenShapiroMemberExclusive - - - Facts Don't Care About Your Feelings - - - Today's Sponsor: ZipRecruiter - Try ZipRecruiter FOR FREE: https://ZipRecruiter.com/DAILYWIRE - - - DailyWire+: Become a Daily Wire Member and watch all of our content ad-free: https://www.dailywire.com/subscribe