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C Constable reports from France on the high heat and smoke impact near Bordeaux. The discussion shifts to surging energy prices, with Brent crude rising 26% and European gas up 36%. Despite high energy costs, rising copper prices suggest potential industrial growth. (1)Simon Constable and Jim McTague continue with a quiz highlighting that typical data centers use 300,000 gallons of water daily, while larger ones can reach 5 million gallons. Currently, most centers are urban, but 67% of planned facilities are rural. In Lancaster County, a "tale of two data centers" emerges as one town embraces the revenue stream while another resists it due to misinformation and fear. (2)Cliff May argues for maximum pressure and coercive diplomacy to prevent the Islamic Republic of Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons. He advocates for a naval blockade, specifically targeting oil exports from Kharg Island to strangle the regime's revenue. May emphasizes that the Iranian leadership's ideology makes them likely to use nuclear weapons, necessitating a strategy to cripple the regime's power. (3)John Hardie and Bill Roggio cover the significant leadership change in Ukraine as General Drapatyi replaces General Syrskyi as commander-in-chief. Drapatyi is seen as a representative of a new, western-style generation of officers who embrace technological innovation and listen to subordinates. The transition aims to "desovietize" the military and maintain the momentum of successful drone offensives against Russian infrastructure. (4)Anatol Lieven examines how the Ukraine and Iran conflicts are merging into one global struggle following a Ukrainiandrone strike on an Iranian vessel. This escalation threatens global energy supplies of refined oil products, as Russianrefineries struggle with capacity. While Ukraine targets the Russian middle class to undermine support for the war, Lieven warns of a widening proxy war involving China, North Korea, and Iran. (5)Anatol Lieven turns to Britain's new political era under Prime Minister Andy Burnham, who is described as the Labour Party's "last chance" to address a discredited government. Burnham faces immense financial pressure, particularly regarding the costs of healthcare for the elderly and dementia. To succeed, he may need to pivot from "Net Zero" policies to prioritize energy needs and seek a new mandate through an election. (6)Salvatore Vitale and Kalin Plunkett of MIT explain hierarchical merging, a process where black holes merge repeatedly to create larger "monsters." By analyzing gravitational waves from 155 binary pairs, they discovered that 14% are second-generation black holes, born from previous mergers rather than stellar collapse. These second-generation black holes are characterized by rapid spin and mass asymmetry, providing clues to how supermassive black holes form in galaxies. (7)Salvatore Vitale and Kalin Plunkett continue: to uncover the origins of the Milky Way's supermassive black hole, scientists propose building larger gravitational wave detectors scaled up by a factor of ten. These advanced observatories would allow researchers to peer further back into cosmic history, potentially detecting black holes from the very early universe. Expanding the global network to four or five detectors would help pinpoint host galaxies and detect the formation of heavy elements. (8)Arthur Herman recounts the historic 1896 meeting where Henry Ford pitched his internal combustion engine to a skeptical Thomas Edison. Edison's encouragement served as the catalyst for Ford's revolution in American transportation. This industrial transformation was further enabled by John D. Rockefeller, whose ability to lower oil prices made gasoline an economically feasible fuel for mass production. The segment also highlights George Washington's vision for a professional Continental Army. (9)Arthur Herman explains the American founders were heavily influenced by the Scottish Enlightenment, particularly the ideas of David Hume and Adam Smith regarding the pursuit of happiness. This subjective right was prioritized over property to potentially allow for the future abolition of slavery. The founding spirit extended to the Northwest Ordinance, creating communities like Marietta, Ohio, that were dedicated to education, religion, and freedom. (10)Arthur Herman characterizes Abraham Lincoln as a founder for his vision of an America without slavery and his willingness to risk the Union to fulfill the Declaration of Independence. His administration's legacy includes the Homestead Act and the Transcontinental Railroad, which expanded the "empire of liberty." Additionally, the Civil War era facilitated the rise of Andrew Carnegie, who later revolutionized the global steel industry using the Bessemerprocess. (11)Arthur Herman reframes the Gilded Age not as an era of greed, but as a period of unprecedented opportunity and connectivity driven by the railroad. James J. Hill's Great Northern Railway fostered regional prosperity and negotiated fairly with Native American tribes. Meanwhile, Thomas Edison's relentless competitiveness and "restless mind" led to the electrification of the nation and the invention of the phonograph, inspiring future generations of founders like Elon Musk. (12)Arthur Herman contrasts Woodrow Wilson's attempt to centrally manage industry during World War I, which resulted in logistical chaos and failure, with FDR's embrace of the private sector for World War II, appointing GM's Bill Knudsento lead mobilization. By relying on the incentives of the marketplace, Knudsen successfully converted American manufacturing into a massive war machine, producing more war material than the world imagined in just 18 months. (13)Arthur Herman presents Martin Luther King Jr. as a founder who refounded the American experiment by taking risks to fulfill the promise of equality. The segment explores the eternal conflict between the bold "founder mindset" and the cautious "manager instinct" that emerged in the 1950s. While managers seek stability and predictability, founders drive innovation and national greatness, preventing the American dream from becoming stagnant and stale. (14)Arthur Herman credits Vannevar Bush's "The Endless Frontier" manifesto with persuading FDR to fund basic scientific research through universities, laying the groundwork for Silicon Valley. This federal support enabled discoveries in information theory and microchip development, transforming the American economy. The evolution from massive mainframes like the IBM 360 to modern microchips illustrates the imaginative leap of founders who see opportunities where others see only current technology. (15)Arthur Herman concludes that today's founders, including Elon Musk and Donald Trump, continue the tradition of taking massive risks to fulfill bold visions. Musk's goals for SpaceX and Mars are described as a step-by-step process of industrial manufacturing and innovation. Central to this enduring success is the Patent Act of 1790, a unique constitutional protection that ensures individuals own the products of their minds, fueling 250 years of American discovery. (16)Corrections applied per the log: John Hardie (transcribed as "Hardy," segment 4) and Labour Party (UK spelling, segment 6). I also dropped the phonetic "(Chopati)" after General Drapatyi in segment 4 — that's Mykhailo Drapatyi, so the first spelling stands. One to confirm for the log: Kalin Plunkett (segments 7–8) — I couldn't verify this MIT researcher's spelling; if it's from audio, it may need checking against the MIT LIGO group roster.

Today, we are going to discuss a man that struck so much fear into the people of Cincinnati that the city changed the way it operated for two years, until he was caught. JOIN US as we discuss the Cincinnati Strangler, Posteal Laskey Jr. RIP to the victims

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An affiliate of a Canadian aerospace manufacturer has filed for bankruptcy protection for its longtime factory in Southwest Ohio, according to a local report.Magellan Aerospace USA Inc. is seeking Chapter 11 protection for the Magellan plant in Middletown, the Journal-News reports. Documents filed with the court reportedly listed assets of $10 million to $50 million and liabilities of $50 million to $100 million.The Chapter 11 process typically allows companies to continue operating their assets; the filing would reportedly authorize company officials to pursue a restructuring or reorganization, as well as a sale of the facility or liquidation, if necessary.Magellan, based in suburban Toronto, makes complex assemblies and systems for aircraft manufacturers, engine makers and space agencies across the globe from production facilities in North America, Europe and India. The company says the Middletown plant manufactures high-temperature, vacuum-brazed honeycomb structures for exhaust systems and control surfaces and offers assembly of titanium- and nickel-based alloy components and aluminum structures.The facility traces its roots to 1928, when a company eventually known as Aeronca was founded in Cincinnati; it moved to suburban Middletown following a 1937 flood, and was acquired by Magellan predecessor Fleet Aerospace 40 years ago.Magellan officials indicated in a corporate resolution this month that bankruptcy would be in the best interests of the company along with those of its creditors, employees and other stakeholders. The Journal-News said that the company did not respond to multiple requests for comment.#Manufacturing, #Aerospace, #AerospaceManufacturing, #Bankruptcy, #Chapter11, #Ohio, #MagellanAerospace, #Aviation, #SupplyChain, #IndustrialNews, #ManufacturingNews, #Aircraft, #Factory, #BusinessNews, #Industry

Bomani Jones is joined by Danny Parkins for a new episode of The Right Time to discuss why every NFL quarterback seems to be on the clock heading into the season. They start with Caleb Williams and the expectations surrounding his second year in Chicago, including whether Ben Johnson can help him make an MVP-level leap. Later, Bo and Danny debate whether Josh Allen and Lamar Jackson are facing the same level of postseason pressure, and which quarterback is more likely to age better. They also discuss Kyler Murray's chances of winning the Vikings' starting job over J.J. McCarthy, why C.J. Stroud may be on a “hot clock” in Houston, and whether Bo Nix and Drake Maye are truly safe from scrutiny. They close by examining Joe Burrow's future in Cincinnati, the pressure on Jalen Hurts despite winning a Super Bowl, and why Justin Herbert may finally be entering a season without the same expectations. Along the way, Danny revisits his infamous Deshaun Watson take and the two share plenty of classic stories and laughs. . . . Subscribe to Supercast for Ad-Free Episodes: https://righttime.supercast.com/ Buy 'The Right Time' merch: http://therighttimebomani.com/ Subscribe to The Right Time with Bomani Jones on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get your podcasts and follow the show on Instagram, Twitter, and Tik Tok for all the best moments from the show. Download Full Podcast Here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6N7fDvgNz2EPDIOm49aj7M?si=FCb5EzTyTYuIy9-fWs4rQA&nd=1&utm_source=hoobe&utm_medium=social Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-right-time-with-bomani-jones/id982639043?utm_source=hoobe&utm_medium=social Follow The Right Time with Bomani Jones on Social Media: http://lnk.to/therighttime Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rich and the guys react to Raiders Head Coach Klint Kubiak naming veteran QB Kirk Cousins Las Vegas' starting quarterback over #1 overall draft pick Fernando Mendoza, and previews the Bengals ‘season with the top 4 questions facing Joe Burrow, head coach Zac Taylor and Cincinnati heading into NFL training camps. Buccaneers Insider Rick Stroud and Rich discuss the unsettled contract extensions for Tampa Bay QB Baker Mayfield and DT Vita Vea, and why perennial All-Pro WR Mike Evans bolted for the San Francisco 49ers. ‘No-Contest Wrestling' podcast host O'Shea Jackson Jr. drops by the studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There's a story about a thirteen year old boy and something that happened to him on a day in April nineteen fifty nine that reminds me of a way we parents should be praying regularly for our kids. Steve Saner was growing up in Cincinnati and was big fan of the Reds. Without his parents knowing it, Saner would often skip school on game days to head over to Crosley field to catch a game. He would move around the stadium, trying to catch balls that would go into the stands. On that day in in nineteen fifty nine, Saner was standing behind the right field fence when the Red's Ted Kluszewski hit a home run over the outstretched glove of Pirate's right fielder Roberto Celemente. A news photographer from the Cincinnati Enquirer captured a photo of the moment, and when Saner's father saw his son's picture in the paper, the boy's cover was blown. Saner was caught! So, what should we pray? That our kids' sin will be exposed, so that we have an opportunity to set them straight!

The Thursday Kenny & JT Show is underway as we look back at the Guardians taking the Ohio Cup with a win in Cincinnati last night, Browns training camp continues, more Enshrinement Festival stuff, and more...

Our 2026 conference preview series rolls on with the Big 12. Alex and Richard pick out one thing they like, one thing they don't, and one thing that makes them curious about all 16 teams in this league, in reverse standings order:- 1:16: Texas Tech- 11:44: BYU- 15:03: Utah- 20:50: Houston- 24:20: Arizona- 30:08: Arizona State- 34:57: Iowa State- 39:02: Kansas State- 43:06: TCU- 49:14: Cincinnati- 55:20: Baylor- 1:01:44: Kansas- 1:05:10: UCF- 1:09:56: West Virginia- 1:12:16: Colorado- 1:20:37: Oklahoma State- 1:22:53: Preseason superlatives and conference honorsProducer: Anthony VitoThank you to our partners, Homefield and Nokian Tyres. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.splitzoneduo.com/subscribe

Welcome to Sacred Restorations, a limited series on the SSPX Podcast that highlights the beautiful work being done across the U.S. District. In this episode, we travel to Walton, Kentucky, where Assumption Academy is building the future of Catholic education. Fr. Stephen Stanich and Mr. Sean Cooper walk us through the remarkable growth of this chapel, from the original SSPX church and school in Cincinnati, to the move to Walton in 2010, to the arrival of the Dominican Sisters and the flourishing of both the boys' and girls' schools. What began with a small chapel and just a few dozen students has grown into a thriving Catholic community of nearly 1,500 faithful, nine priests, and hundreds of students. Now, with the boys' school outgrowing its space, Assumption Academy is raising a new building with classrooms, offices, a full kitchen, and a hall large enough to serve the whole community. It is an ambitious project, but one meant to last for generations. See all the episodes: https://sspxpodcast.com/sacred-restorations-series/ We'd love your feedback on this series! podcast@sspx.org – – – – – – View this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-DBdEg9VyEU?si=ShXCRLay0DVLSwYe – – – – – – – The Society of Saint Pius X offers this series and all of its content free of charge. If you are able to offer a one time or a small monthly recurring donation, it will assist us greatly in continuing to provide these videos for the good of the Church and Catholic Tradition. Please Support this Apostolate with 1-time or Monthly Donation >> – – – – – – – Explore more: Subscribe to this Podcast to receive this and all our audio episodesSubscribe to the SSPX YouTube channel for video versions of our podcast series and SermonsFSSPX News Website: https://fsspx.newsVisit the US District website: https://sspx.org/ – – – – – What is the SSPX Podcast? The SSPX Podcast is produced by Angelus Press, which has as its mission the fortification of traditional Catholics so that they can defend the Faith, and reaching out to those who have not yet found Tradition.  – – – – – – What is the SSPX? The main goal of the Society of Saint Pius X is to preserve the Catholic Faith in its fullness and purity, to teach its truths, and to diffuse its virtues, especially through the Roman Catholic priesthood. Authentic spiritual life, the sacraments, and the traditional liturgy are its primary means of bringing this life of grace to souls. Although the traditional Latin Mass is the most visible and public expression of the work of the Society, we are committed to defending Catholic Tradition in its entirety: all of Catholic doctrine and morals as the Church has always defended them. What people need is the Catholic Faith, without compromise, with all the truth and beauty which accompanies it. https://sspx.org

Jake Brend and Derek Duke continue their 2026 Big 12 football preview series by breaking down Cincinnati, TCU, and Kansas State while reacting to the latest developments from Big Ten Media Days. The guys discuss the growing partnership between the Big Ten and SEC, the future of conference championships, and what it all means for the Big 12. Plus, their favorite things to do during a 100-degree Iowa summer.

We discuss the approach, the impact it could have and a state lawmaker's effort to give Ohio cities the option to make that change.

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What's driving Cincinnati's rise as one of the Midwest's most dynamic economic engines? In this episode of Develop This!, Dennis Fraise speaks with Kimm Lauterbach, CEO of REDI Cincinnati, about the region's rapid growth and the strategies positioning it as a national leader in innovation, investment, and industry. Kimm shares how Cincinnati has built momentum through a combination of regional collaboration, strong industry clusters, and a commitment to workforce development. The conversation highlights how partnerships across state lines are helping the region compete more effectively for investment and talent. A major focus is Cincinnati's growing strength in life sciences and biopharma, where companies such as Medpace and CTI have helped establish the region as a recognized hub for research, innovation, and commercialization. The discussion also explores the region's leadership in aerospace, advanced manufacturing, and food innovation—industries that continue to drive economic growth while creating opportunities for workforce development and business expansion. Looking ahead, Kimm discusses the role of innovation districts, research partnerships, and international investment in shaping Cincinnati's future and sustaining long-term competitiveness. A key takeaway? Cincinnati's success is built on collaboration, industry specialization, and a clear vision for regional growth. Key Takeaways Cincinnati is experiencing strong economic growth across multiple industries Regional collaboration strengthens competitiveness and investment attraction Life sciences and biopharma have become major economic drivers Aerospace and advanced manufacturing remain key regional strengths Workforce development supports long-term industry growth Innovation districts and research partnerships are fueling future opportunities Foreign direct investment continues to play an important role in expansion Key Topics Covered Cincinnati's economic growth and recognition Foreign direct investment and international companies Regional multi-state collaboration strategies Life sciences and biopharma development Workforce development and training programs Aerospace and advanced manufacturing Food and beverage innovation Innovation districts and research partnerships Sound Bites "Success stories like Medpace and CTI." "Overindexing in aerospace engineering." "Regional collaboration creates greater opportunity."

This week's most important local sports story came out of training camp at Missouri Western State University in St. Joseph, where the team announced that quarterback Patrick Mahomes — just seven months removed from a torn ACL and LCL in his left knee — was fully cleared for the start of training camp.Although most of the eyes will be on Mahomes' recovery, there are several other subplots worth watching, such as the status of Rashee Rice, the development of Mansoor Delane and who wins out at the right tackle position.With Trent McDuffie and Jaylen Watson now in Los Angeles and Bryan Cook now in Cincinnati, how will the Chiefs manage their new-look secondary?On SportsBeat KC, the sports podcast of The Star and KCUR (89.3 FM), Star columnist Sam McDowell joins Pete Sweeney to discuss all this and more.SportsBeat KC is the sports podcast of The Kansas City Star and KCUR, hosted by Blair Kerkhoff. It's produced by Hannah Wise, Suzanne Hogan, and Gabriella Lacey, and edited by Jeff Rosen and Scott Chasen. 

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The Tuesday Kenny & JT Show is underway following the Guardians 6-5 win over the Reds in Cincinnati in Game 1 of today's split doubleheader. Game 2 is coming up at 6:35.

In this special bonus episode, Diania Merriam shares a heartfelt farewell after more than five years as the host of Optimal Finance Daily. She tells the story of how a late-night Facebook scroll in the fall of 2020 led to one of the best decisions of her life, and reflects on how much has changed since then - leaving her corporate job, growing the EconoMe Conference from a $40,000 loss into a profitable, sold-out annual event, getting married, and watching her own relationship with money evolve from hyper-vigilance into trust and ease. Diania reminds us to pay attention to the rare moments when life hands you a "hell yes," and shares why the pursuit of financial independence, done intentionally, can become a vehicle for becoming more fully yourself. Want to stay in touch with Diania? Sign up for her mailing list at economeconference.com, or connect with her on Facebook and LinkedIn. The next EconoMe Conference is March 19–21, 2027 in Cincinnati, OH - it's sold out, but you can join the waitlist. And don't go anywhere: Optimal Finance Daily continues today with your new host, Justin. Your optimal life awaits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fred watched The Ultimatum over the weekend and he has a lot of thoughts. Keke took her sister to Cincinnati for a concert for a bonding trip!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Keke took her sister to Cincinnati for a concert for a bonding trip!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this special bonus episode, Diania Merriam shares a heartfelt farewell after more than five years as the host of Optimal Finance Daily. She tells the story of how a late-night Facebook scroll in the fall of 2020 led to one of the best decisions of her life, and reflects on how much has changed since then - leaving her corporate job, growing the EconoMe Conference from a $40,000 loss into a profitable, sold-out annual event, getting married, and watching her own relationship with money evolve from hyper-vigilance into trust and ease. Diania reminds us to pay attention to the rare moments when life hands you a "hell yes," and shares why the pursuit of financial independence, done intentionally, can become a vehicle for becoming more fully yourself. Want to stay in touch with Diania? Sign up for her mailing list at economeconference.com, or connect with her on Facebook and LinkedIn. The next EconoMe Conference is March 19–21, 2027 in Cincinnati, OH - it's sold out, but you can join the waitlist. And don't go anywhere: Optimal Finance Daily continues today with your new host, Justin. Your optimal life awaits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does it mean that every glance you take is a moral act — and that the world you see is literally shaped by what you're aiming at when you look? This lecture builds from a deceptively simple observation about perception and intent into one of the oldest and most unsettling ideas in the biblical tradition: that the spirit you bring to your decisions determines what reality reveals to you. Moving through the stories of Jacob's ladder, Elijah's cave, and the still small voice that turns out to be harder to hear than any earthquake or firestorm, Peterson traces the case that conscience, calling, and the instinct to aim upward are not three things but one — and that the God of the Old Testament is less a being to be believed in than a direction to be chosen, one glance, one word, one sacrifice at a time. This lecture was filmed on December 2nd, 2024 in Cincinnati, Ohio. Unlock the ad-free experience of The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast and dive into exclusive bonus content on DailyWire+. Start watching now: http://dwpluspeterson.com/yt ALL LINKS: https://feedlink.io/jordanbpeterson // LINKS // Peterson Academy https://petersonacademy.com Books - https://www.jordanbpeterson.com/books/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, we finish our Big 12 preview with the conference’s final eight teams: Utah, Houston, TCU, Arizona, Arizona State, Oklahoma State, UCF and Cincinnati. This preview features plenty of teams on the cusp of a breakthrough or a frustrating step backward. We start with Utah’s transition from Kyle Whittingham to Morgan Scalley and ask how much of the program’s familiar identity can survive a major staff and roster reset. From there, we dig into Houston’s contender case, TCU’s new quarterback and offensive coordinator, Arizona’s attempt to build on last year’s rebound, and Arizona State’s high-variance setup around a talented but unsettled offense. Then, Ty makes the full-throated case for an Oklahoma State revival under Eric Morris and Drew Mestemaker, while Dan tries to keep expectations somewhere near Earth. We also break down whether UCF can make the Year 2 jump under Scott Frost and whether Cincinnati can survive massive turnover by leaning on one of the Big 12’s best offensive lines. Plus: Wile E. Coyote branches, short quarterbacks, soufflé assembly and an impromptu summer tennis preview. Timestamps:0:00 - Intro7:12 - Utah Preview25:21 - TCU Preview35:26 - Arizona Preview44:25 - Arizona State Preview52:27 - Oklahoma State Preview1:03:58 - UCF Preview1:10:33 - Cincinnati PreviewSupport the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Rickey Smiley Morning Show broadcasted live from Cincinnati’s iconic Music Festival, bringing listeners a mix of entertainment news, celebrity interviews, and festival energy. The crew discussed a major egg recall affecting more than 1.5 million dozen eggs sold under brands including Kroger and Simple Truth due to potential salmonella contamination, with consumers urged to check carton codes before eating them. They also highlighted reports that Sean “Diddy” Combs was placed in solitary confinement at Fort Dix following an alleged altercation with another inmate, though federal officials have not publicly confirmed details of the incident. Adding to the entertainment headlines, the show reacted to news that Mathew Knowles says previously unreleased Destiny’s Child remixes featuring Beyoncé, Kelly Rowland, Michelle Williams, and guest artists could arrive within the next month. The show also celebrated the return of the Cincinnati Music Festival, which organizers say attracts nearly 100,000 visitors and generates more than $100 million in economic impact for the city. Host Faith Daniels joined the crew to share memorable festival moments and discuss this year’s star-studded lineup, while viral country-rap sensation 803 Fresh stopped by to talk about the continued success of “Boots on the Ground,” his upcoming album, and his commitment to mentoring youth in his community. With live performances, celebrity conversations, and plenty of laughs from the entire RSMS crew, the episode captured the excitement surrounding one of the nation’s premier music festivals. Website: https://www.urban1podcasts.com/rickey-smiley-morning-show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Rickey Smiley Morning Show broadcasted live from Cincinnati’s iconic Music Festival, bringing listeners a mix of entertainment news, celebrity interviews, and festival energy. The crew discussed a major egg recall affecting more than 1.5 million dozen eggs sold under brands including Kroger and Simple Truth due to potential salmonella contamination, with consumers urged to check carton codes before eating them. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eight months? Has it been that long since we had experienced one of the tensest "Hell Is Real" derbies for ourselves? Fresh off of the relaunch of the 2026 MLS season, the gates reopen for the first time this year. The Orange & Blue walk into the mouth of the enemy, taking on the Columbus Crew in the first Ohio derby of the season. While FC Cincinnati merely readjusted the tools in place, Columbus have been undergoing vast renovations. Not only is Wilfried Nancy out the door for greener pastures, but so is his replacement. The Columbus front office has moved their parts quickly during the off time, making this next installment difficult to predict. So what can we expect in the state capital? We ask Caleb Denorme from Massive Report to rejoin us and educate the Cincinnati public on the mammoth changes made in the Crew's roster. Tune in and trade threads with us! #MLS #FCCincinnati #soccer Become a Patron! Subscribe to Cincinnati Soccer Talk Don't forget you can now download and subscribe to Cincinnati Soccer Talk on iTunes today! The podcast can also be found on Stitcher Smart Radio now. We're also available in the Google Play Store and NOW ON SPOTIFY! As always we'd love your feedback about our podcast! You can email the show at feedback@cincinnatisoccertalk.com. We'd love for you to join us on our Facebook page as well! Like us at Facebook.com/CincinnatiSoccerTalk.

Ken defends dropping Joe Burrow from his elite quarterback tier after years of inclusion, arguing that injuries and a 9-8 season with the Bengals show he can no longer single-handedly carry the team, even while acknowledging Burrow's talent and blaming some of Cincinnati's struggles on Zac Taylor's coaching. He and Anthony then dig into the Browns' quarterback competition, placing Shedeur Sanders in the unproven bottom tier while praising his toughness in a rough rookie situation and keeping Deshaun Watson in the journeyman category. Both hosts admit they expect Watson to open the season as starter based on insider reporting and new head coach Todd Monken's likely preference for a veteran, even though they'd rather see Sanders get the job.

Broadcasting live from the Cincinnati Music Festival, the Rickey Smiley Morning Show brought the energy, laughs, and inspiration as the crew celebrated one of the nation’s biggest celebrations of Black music and culture. This year’s festival features major performers including Mary J. Blige, Nelly, Charlie Wilson, SWV, Trey Songz, and more, drawing thousands of fans to Cincinnati for a weekend of music and community. The show also welcomed gospel superstar Kirk Franklin, who joined the conversation as excitement builds for the upcoming Stellar Gospel Music Awards, where he is set to host a star-studded night honoring gospel music’s biggest names. Meanwhile, the crew shared prayers and encouragement with listeners, creating several heartfelt moments that highlighted the show’s commitment to faith, family, and uplifting the community. The biggest entertainment story centered on the growing estate dispute involving late actor Chadwick Boseman. The crew discussed reports that his brothers have petitioned a court to remove his widow, Taylor Simone Ledward, as administrator of his estate, alleging that portions of the estate have not been fully distributed years after his passing. The show also spotlighted singer Nivea, who recently revealed that she has been undergoing treatment for leukemia and says the diagnosis has strengthened her faith, renewed her gratitude for life, and inspired her return to music. Between celebrity headlines, festival excitement, sports updates, and powerful moments of testimony and encouragement, the episode delivered the perfect blend of entertainment, information, and inspiration. Website: https://www.urban1podcasts.com/rickey-smiley-morning-show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Broadcasting live from the Cincinnati Music Festival, the Rickey Smiley Morning Show brought the energy, laughs, and inspiration as the crew celebrated one of the nation’s biggest celebrations of Black music and culture. This year’s festival features major performers including Mary J. Blige, Nelly, Charlie Wilson, SWV, Trey Songz, and more, drawing thousands of fans to Cincinnati for a weekend of music and community. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Jeff Ratcliffe previews the Cincinnati Bengals and Cleveland Browns for fantasy football purposes in 2026. He kicks things off with the Bengals and tells you why Joe Burrow is the straw that stirs the drink, his outlook for Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins, and why he remains bullish on Chase Brown. Jeff then pivots to Cleveland to discuss the madness at quarterback, the Browns rookie upgrades at wideout in KC Concepcion and Denzel Boston, why he's likely fading Harold Fannin, and Quinshon Judkins' Year 2 outlook. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The weekly AFC North swing brings in local voices from Baltimore, Cincinnati, and Pittsburgh, with Ravens reporter Bob Haney downplaying any urgency around a Lamar Jackson extension despite his massive incoming cap number. In Cincinnati, Mo Egger frames this as a put-up-or-shut-up year for Joe Burrow now that the roster's been fully loaded around him, while also breaking down why analytics writers hated the Dexter Lawrence trade. Pittsburgh's Andrew Fillipponi digs into whether Aaron Rodgers ever really fit the city and previews a crowded Steelers quarterback room under new coach Mike McCarthy. Two of the three guests side with Deshaun Watson over Shedeur Sanders when asked who should start for the Browns.

The North is loaded, and we're breaking down all eight teams heading into the 2026 NFL season. From the AFC North's bruising battles between the Ravens, Bengals, Steelers, and Browns to the NFC North's powerhouse division featuring the Bears, Packers, Lions, and Vikings, we dive into every team's biggest storyline, MVP, breakout candidate, X-factor, bust prediction, win total, betting angles, fantasy sleepers, and our final division standings. Can Jordan Love take the next step into the MVP conversation? Is Caleb Williams ready to lead the Bears to the top of the NFC North? Can Lamar Jackson finally get Baltimore back to the Super Bowl? Will Joe Burrow and Cincinnati bounce back? How will Detroit respond after last season's regression? And what should we expect from Kyler Murray and the Vikings? If you're getting ready for fantasy football, NFL betting, or just want an in-depth preview of two of the league's toughest divisions, this episode is packed with analysis, predictions, and plenty of debate.

Old Man Brad and Jay Kay are coming out of the shadows to give you another peek behind the curtain of the HorrorHound Film Festival. Relive March's HorrorHound Weekend from thier perspective. The guys dissect their favorite behind the screams moments and reveal the chaos of thier weekend. Peer behind the curtain... if you dare! Join us at the next HorrorHound Weekend September 11-13 in Cincinnati, Ohio https://horrorhoundweekend.com/ Have a feature, short or script? Submit to the festival. Spring Show https://filmfreeway.com/HorrorHoundWeekendFilmFestival Fall Show https://filmfreeway.com/HorrorHoundFilmFestivalFall

It's Hump Day and the weather is going to be absolutely delightful! Sunny & 74° today with the heat returning this weekend. So get out & enjoy it! In the news this morning, a recall on garlic powder sold nationwide, actress Kaylee Hottle died in a car crash in Maryland, a woman in Oklahoma is found guilty of failing to protect her daughter, more idiots in Yellowstone, and a cargo plane had a very rough landing in Cincinnati. In sports, the Brewers lost to the Mets last night, the Dolphins sign an extension with Jordyn Brooks, the Miami Heat "accidentally" posted a link to a Lebron James introductory press conference, the World Cup final between Argentina & Spain had a ton of viewers, Giants head coach John Harbaugh reacts to the viral Cam Skattebo video from Fanatics Fest, ESPN announces a bunch of layoffs, and Aaron Rodgers is apparently trying to rebuild his relationship with his family. We talked about what's on TV & streaming today/tonight. And apparently, people are refusing to leave their seats at concerts to use the restrooms. Great story about a very large senior dog that got too tired on a walk with it's owner and had to be rescued by some firefighters. And a young girl diagnosed with a rare disease got a bone marrow donation from her very brave sister. It's One Gotta Go Wednesday, and today's choices were popular Summer activities - A day at the pool/beach. A day on the river/lake. A fire pit in the backyard. Or some time at a cabin up north. Elsewhere in sports, the WNBA isn't allowing any of it's partners to profit off the viral Sophie Cunningham "pointing" video/meme, another possible location for a new stadium for Da Bears, an update on the guy who smacked another fan in the back of the head at a recent Cubs/Twins game, and Jordan Kuroda-Grauer suffers an extremely unfortunate injury. A couple of recent Reddit threads asked people to list guy & girl "flexes" that makes someone instantly attractive. We checked in to see if we're on the attractive side of things. The MN State Fair is coming up next month and the new foods & drinks are starting to get released, so we took a look at what you can expect if you're going to the Sweat Together. And in today's edition of "Bad News with Happy Music", we had stories about a refrigerator for human beings, a woman who sold a guy's tarantula collection while he was in jail, a #FloridaWoman who was arrested after locking her dogs in a storage locker, another #FloridaWoman who was apparently collecting stray cats while delivering mail & hoarding them in deplorable conditions, and a dude dressed as a mime got busted for being creepy & weird.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we begin our three-part Big 12 preview by taking a conference-wide look at the contenders, challengers and mystery teams shaping the 2026 season. Texas Tech enters as the defending champion and the clear center of attention, but does the conference’s best roster still have enough at quarterback and on defense to remain on top? We also examine why BYU feels like the safest alternative and whether Houston is ready to turn last year’s breakthrough into something even bigger. From there, we sort all 16 teams into tiers and work through a crowded middle class that may be deeper than either of us expected. How much should Utah’s infrastructure matter after major changes on the sideline and along both lines of scrimmage? Can Arizona, TCU or Kansas State stay in the championship race? Are we falling too hard for Oklahoma State’s potential, and how much faith should we place in Kenny Dillingham as Arizona State faces the conference’s most difficult schedule? We also identify the players we are most interested in watching, debate several new quarterback situations and make our early Big 12 Championship Game predictions. Plus, the Monster Energy sponsorship inspires a shady monetization strategy, Willie Fritz becomes the world’s most dependable roofing contractor, and one verbal stumble launches a questionable new Cincinnati business venture. Timestamps:0:00 - Intro3:01 - The Monster Energy Big 12?6:25 - The Basics & Big Themes17:05 - Surprise Observations20:09 - Contender TiersSupport the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Spring Grove Cemetery and Arboretum is located at 4521 Spring Grove Avenue in Cincinnati, Ohio. Horticulturist Adolph Strauch pioneered the "lawn plan" design when Spring Grove was established in 1845. This was a continuing effort to keep graveyards beautiful and inviting. This cemetery is the final resting place for many of Cincinnati's prominent historical figures and a living tree museum. The interior architecture has lead to it being recognized as a US National Historic Landmark. Intro and Outro music "Stones and Bones" was written and produced by History Goes Bump and any use is strictly prohibited. Check us out at: https://historygoesbump.com

Griffin Warner talks betting for Tuesday. Griffin Warner runs through a full board of Major League Baseball lines on the July 21st episode of What I Bet, part of the Straight Out of Vegas AM podcast feed, working game by game across a slate that stands as the only major action on the calendar with the World Cup finished and European soccer still weeks away. He opens by noting a strong recent run of picks, then works through a value spot on the Dodgers as a plus-money road underdog in Philadelphia against Zach Wheeler, a Twins-Guardians rematch in Cleveland following a five-home run outburst, a look at Bubba Chandler and the Pirates catching a diminished Yankees lineup in the Bronx, and a plan to keep fading a struggling Kevin Gausman in Toronto. He breaks down why the Orioles carry value in Boston against a Red Sox club working a starter back from injury, why the Padres are getting more plus-money than expected in Atlanta, and how a Brandon Sproat storyline shapes his lean in the Mets-Brewers total. He spends extended time explaining why he wants nothing to do with the San Francisco Giants' defense in Kansas City, along with looks at the Tigers, Marlins, White Sox, a massive total in Colorado, a first-five under in Anaheim, and continued concerns about the Seattle offense heading into a matchup with Cincinnati. Along the way he details a promo code offering listeners a discount on his season-long Major League Baseball coverage. The episode closes with his Best Bet of the show, a play on the Kansas City Royals built around fading the Giants entirely, capping a detailed, game-by-game walkthrough of everything moving on the baseball board that day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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AGENDA:  Intro Resultados torneos fin de semana.  Daniel Mérida vence a Damir Džumhur 6-2, 5-7, 6-2 para ganar el ATP 250 de Umag y primer título de su carrera en únicamente su séptimo totneo disputado.  Stefanos Tsitsipas venció a Raphael Collignon 6-4, 6-7, 6-3 para ganar el ATP 250 de Gstaad y el título #13 de su carrera. Andrey Rublev venció a Luciano Darderi 6-4, 6-3 para ganar el ATP 250 de Bastad por 2da ocasión y con esto conquista su título #18. Barbora Krejcikova venció a Maria Sakkari 7-6, 6-3 para ganar el WTA 250 de Atenas y el nóveno título de su carrera. Mayar Sherif venció a Paula Badosa 6-4, 4-0 (ret) para ganar el WTA 250 de Iasi y el 2do título de su carrera. Torneos esta semana en arcilla:  ATP 250 Kitzbuhel ATP 250 Estoril WTA 250 Hamburgo WTA 250 Praga Carlos Alcaraz presente en la final del Mundial / Ya sin muñequera y parece que regresa para el Masters de Cincinnati en menos de 1 mes. Debate y discusión sobre algo que dijo Alexander Bublik en relación a los Grand Slams.  Tommy Paul se casó.  Y más ... Instagram: @TennisPiochas Twitter: @TennisPiochas TikTok: @tennis.piochas   Distribuido por Genuina Media Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

RUNDOWN   Mitch and Hotshot Scott open Episode 391 by previewing football season for patrons before a laugh about Scott's father-in-law hijacking the family's evening. They hit the Mariners' 100-game .500 mark, reminisce about the Big Red Machine, then shift to the World Cup, where both stayed hooked long after Team USA's exit. Mitch and Scott rave about teenage phenom Lamine Yamal, poke fun at FIFA's halftime show, preview Seahawks camp, Ryan Fox's British Open win, and Bryson DeChambeau's penalty. Ray Roberts and Mitch discuss Seattle's new ownership, why the defending Super Bowl champs still seem overlooked, and what the Seahawks gained—and lost—this offseason. Roberts also shares hilarious training camp stories, from sneaking home to sleep in his own bed to finally meeting childhood hero Ed "Too Tall" Jones, the player who inspired him to wear No. 72. Mitch, Joe Doyle, and Brady Farkas break down another uneven Mariners series as Seattle reaches the 100-game mark at 50-50. They argue Dan Wilson has become an unfair scapegoat for a flawed roster, praise Cole Young's continued rise, and discuss Julio Rodríguez's return, Colt Emerson's progress, and looming roster decisions. Mitch welcomes three beat reporters who know the Mariners' top draft picks better than anyone. Sam Sklar breaks down first-round slugger Ace Reese, Koki Riley explains why LSU outfielder Jake Brown could become a second-round steal, and Scott Springer profiles Cincinnati right-hander Nathan Taylor, whose bulldog mentality and dominant slider made him one of the draft's best values. Together, they provide an inside look at Seattle's newest wave of talent and what fans can expect from each prospect.   GUESTS   Ray Roberts | Former Seahawks offensive lineman and Seahawks Radio Network Analyst Brady Farkas | Host, Refuse to Lose podcast Joe Doyle | MLB analyst, Over-Slot Sam Skylar | Mississippi State beat reporter, Clarion Ledger Koki Riley | LSU beat reporter, The Daily Advertiser and USA Today Scott Springer | Cincinnati Bearcats beat reporter, The Enquirer   TABLE OF CONTENTS   0:00 | World Cup Wrap, British Open Chaos & Birthday Trivia 26:378 | Ray Roberts; Training Camp Memories, New Seahawks Ownership & Barry Sanders Stories 55:12 | Mariners No-Table; Mariners Tread Water as Trade Deadline Decisions Loom 1:13:03 | Sam Skylar, Koki Riley, Scott Springer [Beat Reporters]; Inside the Mariners' Top Three Draft Picks 1:39:34 | Other Stuff: Josh Kerr breaks the 27-year-old mile record with a blistering 3:42, Roger Bannister's four-minute mile legacy, Alex Rodriguez's factually disastrous Justin Verlander interview during the All-Star Game, Mike Tyson's viral ESPYs moment after learning Shohei Ohtani is a man, Baron Davis sued by his sister over an alleged real estate fraud, suspended Cardinals executive Ryan Gold denies violating the NFL gambling policy, Matt Fitzpatrick says legalized sports betting is fueling fan abuse of golfers, JPMorgan executive Lorna Tsoujini countersues after denying allegations she tried to make a coworker her "sex slave." HEADLINES 93-year-old truck driver seeks Guinness World Record, naked man arrested for surfing atop a moving locomotive, reports claim Donald Trump's biological waste was transported back to the United States after a trip to Turkey, woman prescribed Diet Coke for an Ozempic-related stomach blockage, Peru sees a surge of babies named Holland and Erling Haaland after the Norwegian soccer star. RIPS Sam Neill (78), Brenda Fricker (81), Janice McNair (89).

This week on the pod, we talk about the big news that the Cincinnati Reds are going to be sellers at the deadline. We talk about who should be moved, who will be moved and if we trust the front office to get it done. Also, we look at the Chase Burns extension and why it's SUCH a good move for now and the future. We also talk about the Odyssey, eggs and Taco Bell. The show is brought to you by Cincy Light, the Flavor of Cincinnati!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Former Clemson Captain and current Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Barrett Carter returns to Clemson with arms wide open for another episode of Two Right Turns. He joins host Alex Bina to reflect on his transition to the NFL, the lessons he learned during his rookie season, and the leadership responsibilities that come with his position. Barrett shares what lessons he took from his time at Clemson, the importance of preparation and recovery, and what it's like competing alongside fellow NFL Tigers in Cincinnati. Plus, he looks ahead to his second year in th NFL, reveals his all-time Clemson front seven, and explains why Creed has become the unofficial soundtrack of his Clemson experience. Watch the Full Episode on www.ClemsonPlus.com

Listen to Right Start Radio every Monday through Friday on WCVX 1160AM (Cincinnati, OH) at 9:30am, WHKC 91.5FM (Columbus, OH) at 5:00pm, WRFD 880AM (Columbus, OH) at 9:00am. Right Start can also be heard on One Christian Radio 107.7FM & 87.6FM in New Plymouth, New Zealand. You can purchase a copy of this message, unsegmented for broadcasting and in its entirety, for $7 on a single CD by calling +1 (800) 984-2313, and of course you can always listen online or download the message for free. RS07202026_0.mp3Scripture References: Psalms; Hebrews

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Go to www.LearningLeader.com The Learning Leader Show with Ryan Hawk Buy my new book, The Price of Becoming www.LearningLeader.com/Becoming This is brought to you by Insight Global. If you need to hire one person, hire a team of people, or transform your business through Talent or Technical Services, Insight Global's team of 30,000 people around the world has the hustle and grit to deliver. Get The Price of Becoming: The Price of Becoming is available now wherever books are sold.   "Have a plan, work the plan, plan for the unexpected." From my old Miami football coach, Terry Hoeppner. It was posted in the locker room. He said it every day. I still think about it all the time. There is no hack. There is no one thing. At many keynote Q&As, someone asks me for a quick fix. The only answer is the power of compounding. Consistency, dependability, and reliability are the least sexy words of all time. And they're the whole game. Take your work seriously. Don't take yourself seriously. The best leaders go hard at the work but laugh at themselves. It's important to be able to laugh with your team. Optionality is overrated.  "I'm trying to beef up my obituary. I'm not going to dabble." - Ed Latimore (Ep. 648) Live like a hawk. Hawks have eyesight eight times better than humans. They glide and observe constantly. But once they see what they want, they commit with everything they have. Be a professional noticer. Then commit fully. Talk to your people before big decisions. My dad. Miranda. And the wide network of high-caliber people I've built over 700 podcast episodes. Be specific. Off the record. Long conversations. Then trust your gut. Take bits and pieces from the best. Then find your own voice. As a brand new sales rep at LexisNexis, Rex Caswell had me interview and sit with the ten best reps in the company. I took a piece from each, mashed it together with my own personality, and eventually found my own voice. I still use that formula today. Use social media to create in-person moments. Organize dinners, meetups, coffees. Get in the room with people. Concert ticket prices and The World Cup tell you everything you need to know about how much people are craving in-person connection right now. Don't outsource your thinking to AI. You can't walk into the weight room, look around, and expect to build muscle. You have to move the weights. Use AI as a tool. Don't let it do the thinking for you. Your job is to add value to other people's lives. Coach Hoeppner sat 19-year-old me down with the other quarterback and pointed at both of us: "He adds more value to our team than you do. He gives us a better chance to win. That's why he's going to play." It was brutal. It was a very lucky moment for me to experience that in my formative years. I fell into the AI trap. The Be a Pro section originally started as a LinkedIn post that was heavily influenced by Claude. It went well on Twitter too. People DM'd me praising it. It felt great. And it scared me. I was getting the rewards without doing the work. The good old days are right now. I try to work hard when my family is asleep or at school. Between those hours, I go as hard as I can. Outside those hours, I try not to work too much. I've talked with so many dads who are older now, and their kids are out of the house. They miss the time when they were with their kids so much. I try to think of that daily. Making positive dents in the world. Leave people, places, and things better than you found them.  That's how you make a positive dent, one person at a time. My philosophy on keynotes and writing: story, science, and practical application. Great storytelling to move people to the edge of their seat. Empirical evidence to make it true. Practical application to answer, "So what? Why should I care?" You have to have all 3. Our edge in coaching leadership teams: my coaches actively live what they teach. They didn't attend a seminar and get certified. They're still active coaches themselves, still leading teams in real time. That's what separates authentic teaching from performance. Push your edges. Find your Goldilocks zone. James Clear told me you don't get better at tennis by playing Roger Federer. He'll destroy you. But you also don't get better by playing a five-year-old. You need to be uncomfortable, but not so uncomfortable that you break. Shane Gillis walked off stage looking exhausted. Dan saw him live in Cincinnati. On stage, effortless. The second he stepped behind the curtain, his shoulders slumped like he was ready to fall asleep. That's what the great ones do. They make it look easy because of the price they paid to get there. My productive paranoia. Our team has to earn it every session. It creates a productive paranoia knowing that continuous improvement is necessary. The reward is bigger than the cost. It's the greatest gig in the world. I bet on myself and the team every single day because if we keep adding value, I like our chances. Reflection Questions Where are you dabbling right now? What would 100% commitment actually look like, and what's stopping you from making the call? My end-of-day prompts: What did I do today to add value to others' lives? What did I do today to push my edges? Get The Price of Becoming: The Price of Becoming is available now at learningleader.com/becoming or on Amazon.  More Learning #529: James Clear - Becoming an Optimist & Building Better Habits  #648: Ed Latimore -  Discipline Over Feelings, Don't Dabble Your Way Through Life#602: The Learning Leader Squad - Helping Teams Become Elite & People Become Excellent   Episode Chapters00:00 A Special Launch Episode: The Price of Becoming  02:29 Have a Plan, Work the Plan, Plan for the Unexpected  05:15 There Is No Hack. Just the Power of Compounding.  08:04 Take Your Work Seriously. But Not Yourself 12:31 Optionality Is Overrated: Why You Should Stop Dabbling  16:13 How I Make Big Decisions  20:34 Using Social Media to Build Real In-Person Relationships  23:27 The Danger of Using AI to Write 34:16 How I Structure My Work Days 40:47 The One at a Time Moments That Signal a Positive Dent  42:04 Leave People, Places, and Things Better Than You Found Them  50:52 Story, Science, and Practical Application  55:14 What Makes The Learning Leader Team Different 57:39 Push Your Edges: The Goldilocks Zone  01:06:24 The Real Cost of Betting on Yourself  01:10:45 EOPC

What if God is actually waiting for YOU to move?We spend a lot of our lives waiting for God to show up. But what if He's the one waiting on us? This week, Kyle Ranson dives into the story of Joseph (you know, the one with the Technicolor dream coat?) and shows us why God often asks us to go before we see the whole plan. God is bringing heaven to earth—and your next step might be exactly how He does it.Recorded live at Crossroads Church in Cincinnati, Ohio.

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Send us Fan MailCatherine D'Aragon, CEO of First Aid Beauty, joins Skin Anarchy to discuss how the brand built its barrier science foundation years before barrier repair became a trend, why it develops products around problems instead of buzzy ingredients, how it responds to dupes, what changed after the P&G acquisition, and the GLP-1 body care innovation coming next. Below are the biggest questions answered in this episode.Did First Aid Beauty focus on barrier repair before it was a trend?Yes. The brand was founded in 2009 around sensitive skin, and its hero product, Ultra Repair Cream, carries a clinical claim of strengthened skin barrier in seven days, long before barrier language dominated the market. D'Aragon is direct about the wave of newcomers: "There's a lot of brands that came in and said, oh, we invented barrier repair, and now we're the brand for barrier repair." First Aid Beauty simply talked about it as sensitive skin science, and every formula since has been built to strengthen the barrier.How does First Aid Beauty decide which skincare trends to follow?By evaluating the science behind the trend rather than chasing it. "We need to evaluate the science behind the trend... we don't develop product in three months. We develop product, it takes years to develop." The brand does listen to its community for new ways to use existing products: the KP Bump Eraser body scrub was developed for keratosis pilaris, but when consumers began using it to prep skin before tanning, the brand added that usage to its messaging. Trends can expand how a product is talked about, but they never start the development process.How do you build a skincare brand that lasts?Stay true to the brand DNA through every launch decision. First Aid Beauty was founded to deliver problem solving formulas for sensitive skin with a luxurious experience, filling the gap between effective but joyless drugstore products and sensorial prestige ones. D'Aragon admits the brand once drifted: "We kind of went off track and we launched product that was really not in that kind of problem solution sensitive skin, and we decided to discontinue those products." Anything that makes sensitive skin react in testing never launches, no matter how promising.Is retinol safe for sensitive skin?Conventional retinol often is not, which is why First Aid Beauty spent years solving the problem before entering the category. "We spent like three years researching and we found a very specific technology about encapsulated retinol with slower delivery, then it's less irritation." The encapsulation slows release into the skin, delivering the antiaging benefit without the stripping that disqualifies most retinol products for reactive skin.Can exfoliation work for sensitive skin?Yes, if the acids are chosen for gentleness rather than intensity. The Facial Radiance Pads pair glycolic acid with lactic acid, a gentler acid, to deliver what D'Aragon calls "real exfoliation, but without the irritation." The combination approach reflects the same principle as the retinol work: the category is not off limits for sensitive skin, but the formulation has to be rebuilt around it.Who is the First Aid Beauty customer?Not one person but several distinct tribes, which the brand studies through extended consumer research sessions. "We call it the simple girl, the person that just wants simple product that works and is tired of the trend and is tired of going to social media." Other tribes are actively problem solving specific skin concerns. The brand adapts its messaging to each tribe but never adapts the products themselves, which stay anchored to the science.How does First Aid Beauty respond to dupes?By testing them head to head rather than ignoring them or cutting prices. "We buy the product, we tried it, and we try to find why we have superiority claims. And every time we are superior versus the competition." Superiority shows up in ingredient selection, concentrations suited to sensitive skin, and even material choices like the fabric of the pads. The brand holds its accessible pricing rather than racing dupes to the bottom, and focuses on educating consumers about the differences.Are skincare dupes as good as the original?D'Aragon encourages consumers to investigate rather than assume. "Look at the concentration of the acid, of any ingredient that is important for that product. Look at the combination of ingredients and look it up and try it if you want." Her confidence comes from watching the pattern play out: many consumers try the dupe, then return to the original because it delivers on its promise.Did the P&G acquisition change First Aid Beauty?The brand gained resources without losing its identity. Access to P&G research and development means even more rigorous science, testing, and safety standards, though it can slow launches. "Sometimes we're a little bit slower to launch some products... but at the end of the day, for the consumers, I think it's a plus." The brand also kept its Boston offices and much of its original team rather than relocating to P&G headquarters, preserving the culture that built it.Are indie skincare brands tested as rigorously as big company brands?Not always, and D'Aragon says consumers rarely realize it. Speed to market can come at the cost of testing depth: "In three, four months, you have a new product coming out to life. But has it gone through all the testing? I'm not sure. The US market is not that regulated." She argues that big company ownership, often framed as diluting a brand, can actually mean a safer product because of the additional scientific rigor behind it.How does First Aid Beauty choose new ingredients?Problem first, never ingredient first. "We don't innovate by ingredient because something is buzzy. We innovate by what's the next problem to solve." Once the problem is defined, the team researches which ingredients can solve it safely for sensitive skin. D'Aragon's logic is durability: a buzzy ingredient fades within a year or two, but the problem a product solves remains, which is why Ultra Repair Cream still works across countless scenarios years later.Is First Aid Beauty launching a GLP-1 skincare product?Yes, in body care. D'Aragon revealed that the brand's next innovation targets skin changes from GLP-1 weight loss: "That's gonna be our next innovation next year, in that body GLP-1, to help people with the saggy skin." She frames it as a problem affecting every age and gender that few brands are addressing, consistent with the brand's approach of solving unsexy problems the fancy skincare world ignores.Why doesn't First Aid Beauty lead with fragrance in body care?Because the brand solves problems, and fragrance is not a problem. "There's a lot of brands that are leading with their fragrance. And we will never lead by fragrance... we're there to help you fix some problem." First Aid Beauty was in body care years before the current boom, anchored by the KP franchise, and its ingrown hair pads have become a fast growing product for men and women alike. A generic shower gel or body lotion will never launch because it solves nothing.What leadership advice does Catherine D'Aragon offer?"Agility, flexibility, adaptation, resilience are all qualities that are super important." With teams split across Boston, New York, and Cincinnati, she also insists on protecting time together in person, arguing that the human interaction lost during COVID never fully returned at brands that stayed remote, and that no amount of collaboration tooling replaces it.What career advice does she have for people entering the beauty industry?Rotate through as many functions as possible in the first decade: influencer work, PR, social media, brand marketing. Stay humble through industry cycles, because some years will be tough regardless of talent. Above all: "Be curious, try a lot of things, but also be curious outside of beauty and see what other categories are doing." She notes the industry has reinvented itself roughly 25 times during her career, and curiosity is what keeps a marketer relevant through every wave.Listen to the full episode with Catherine D'Aragon of First Aid Beauty on Skin Anarchy, available wherever you get your podcasts.Shop First Aid BeautyDon't forget to subscribe to Skin Anarchy on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred platform.Reach out to us through email with any questions.Sign up for our newsletter!Shop all our episodes and products mentioned through our ShopMy Shelf!Support the show