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Florida Congressman Randy Fine (R-FL) joined Alan Skorski for a hard-hitting interview on the current war against Hamas, the rise of global antisemitism, and the dangers posed by unchecked radical Islam. The discussion opened with Israel's recent targeted strike in Qatar that eliminated top Hamas leaders, followed by the brutal terrorist attack in Jerusalem carried out by two Arab terrorists from Ramallah, which left six civilians murdered and many more wounded. Skorski placed these events in the broader context of what he described as the “greatest wave of Palestinianist and Islamist-inspired antisemitism since the 1930s in Germany.” Citing reports from MEMRI, Rep. Fine declared bluntly: “Mainstream Islam hates America and hates Jews.” He accused Western leaders of ignoring the radical Muslim threat, warning that the same mistakes which devastated Europe are now being repeated in America. “Europe has warmly welcomed Muslim terrorists to move to their countries,” he said. “They have ‘no-go zones,' and in Britain, you can get arrested for criticizing Islam.” Fine pointed to Islamist activists' own words that their goal is to migrate to the West, outbreed the local population, and take over societies from within. “These are not my words,” he emphasized. “These are their words.” Turning to Israel, Fine dismissed accusations that Israel is causing “starvation” in Gaza as nothing more than blood libels. “It was never Israel's responsibility to feed, clothe, and babysit Gazans,” he argued, noting that most Gazans openly support Hamas. “If they want the suffering to end, they should pressure Hamas to release the hostages. It's that simple.” Drawing a historical parallel, Fine reminded listeners that the United States did not negotiate with Japanese civilians during WWII. “America did what it had to do, including dropping two nuclear bombs to end the war. Israel should do whatever it takes to win.” The conversation also touched on the disturbing infiltration of extremist Muslims into the U.S. health care system. Skorski and Fine highlighted cases of Muslim medical professionals openly calling for violence against Jews—including a Florida dentist who lost his license after Fine took action. On the issue of antisemitism on college campuses, Fine reiterated his commitment to holding university presidents accountable for tolerating antisemitic professors and student groups. “University leaders who turn a blind eye to Jew-hatred must be forced to act—or be removed.” Throughout the interview, Congressman Fine's message was clear: radical Islam poses a direct threat to America, Europe, and Israel alike, and the refusal of political leaders to confront it only fuels its spread. -VIN News Alan Skorski Reports 15SEP2025 - PODCAST

In this episode of "More Knowledge, More Wealth," Gabriel Shahin dives into the enticing, yet complex, proposal to eliminate property taxes nationwide and questions its true realism. While it may sound like an immediate win for homeowners, particularly wealthy property owners, Gabriel explains that property taxes are a crucial source of revenue for states, funding essential services such as schools, police, firefighters, and vital infrastructure . He explores the inevitable consequences if this revenue stream were removed, detailing how governments would be compelled to replace it through drastically higher sales taxes (potentially 20–30 percent), increased state income taxes, or new levies on land, luxury goods, digital assets, energy, and even user fees for public services .Citing examples from states like California, which collects nearly $100 billion annually in property taxes, and states without income tax like Texas and Florida, which rely heavily on property and sales taxes, Gabriel reveals how such a change could lead to dramatic hikes in income taxes and skyrocketing costs for university tuition or gas . Ultimately, he argues that while a select few, especially wealthy real estate owners, might experience immediate relief, the financial burden would unequivocally shift to consumers, renters, and middle-class families. Key takeaway:• No True Winners• Apparent Immediate Relief• Heavier, More Widespread Financial Strain: • Long-Term Ripple Effects

Veronique de Rugy critiques US tax "carveouts," identifying them as inefficient special interest deductions that often fail to incentivize desired behaviors, citing employer health insurance and mortgage interest deductions. While a flat tax would streamline the system and boost economic growth by focusing on consumption, de Rugy emphasizes that no tax system alone can resolve the severe US debt crisis; crucial reforms to Social Security and Medicare are indispensable. 1870 SIEGE OF PARIS

Citing lack of standing for the legislator who brought a lawsuit against it, the Oklahoma Supreme Court allows Gov. Kevin Stitt's "return to work" executive order to stand.

Send us a textIn today's episode, I'm chatting with Carmela Dutra, a Bay Area author who cherishes her family, rainy days, and making others laugh. After years of creating award-winning indie children's picture books, Carmela transitioned into cozy mysteries filled with emotion, humor, and heart. When she's not penning her latest tale, Carmela enjoys sketching, sipping copious amounts of coffee, and over-cuddling her allergy-inducing cats and dog. She shares her life with her best friend and husband, raising two dinosaur-obsessed sons. We dive into her debut cozy mystery, A Murder Most Fowl, which Carmela describes as a mix between Only Murders in the Building and The Great Food Truck Race. Key Highlights:Carmela's transition from award-winning children's picture books to cozy mysteries.How she infuses humor and heart into her writing.Behind-the-scenes insights into writing A Murder Most Fowl.Her unique marketing strategies for her books.Her book flight features historical mysteries.Connect with Carmela:WebsiteInstagramFacebookBuy A Murder Most FowlBooks and authors mentioned:Little Katie Goes to the Moon by Carmela DutraA Literary Feast: Sweet Foodie Rom-Coms & Flash Fiction with Jordan Millsaps (E132)Famous Last Word by Gillian McAllisterWe Solve Murders by Richard OsmanBook FlightA Flaw in the Blood by Stephanie BarronA Curious Beginning by Deanna RaybornStalking Jack the Ripper by Kerri Maniscalco

Citing safety concerns and dedicated school days, the State Fair of Texas will not offer free admission to high school students this season. One free ticket will still be offered to pre-K through eighth grade students and all teachers within a 100-mile radius of Fair Park. In other news, OSHA called Union Pacific a “serial violator” of the Federal Railroad Safety Act, citing 20 past violations.  A Texas railroad engineer was awarded more than $300,000 in back wages, damages and attorney's fees after a federal investigation found Union Pacific unlawfully fired him. Also, Grocery Connect, a program started by Bonton Farms partnering with Kroger in late 2023, is expanding its pickup locations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, CancerNetwork® spoke with Joseph S. Wallins, MD, MPH, cardiology fellow at Weill Cornell Medicine, about a review of cardiotoxicities associated with breast cancer treatment he coauthored in the June 2025 issue of ONCOLOGY® titled, “Cardio-Oncology Considerations for Breast Cancer: Risk Stratification, Monitoring, and Treatment.” Therein, he touched upon data for risk stratification tools for oncologists, as well as the development of cardiovascular testing for individual treatment regimens. Wallins discussed the basis for conducting the systemic review as well as noteworthy cardiotoxicities associated with specific classes of breast cancer therapies. Specifically, he highlighted an increase in cancer remission and survivorship for breast cancer, which has, in turn, created alternative health risks impacting survival outcomes, such as cardiovascular risks. Citing a study showing a nearly 2-fold risk in cardiovascular-related fatalities for breast cancer survivors vs the general population, he suggested that the review was warranted to identify cardiotoxicities, strategies for preventing and managing them, and tools for risk stratification and monitoring. Wallins further outlined considerations for optimizing risk stratification and monitoring strategies in patients at risk of experiencing cardiovascular toxicities as well as treatments that may help with their prevention or mitigation. To that end, he discussed identifying patients who are at a higher risk before initiating treatment and outlined risk assessment tools that serve to do so. Furthermore, he suggested that patients who experience a greater than moderate risk for cardiovascular issues should undergo cardioprotective strategies and have in-depth conversations with providers regarding treatment risks. He concluded by highlighting future steps to enhance cardiovascular outcomes for patients with breast cancer, among additional key takeaways. Of note, Wallins expressed that genetic testing may help elucidate cardiomyopathy-associated genes while calling for a more personalized approach to risk stratification and more sensitive and specific imaging techniques to better identify at-risk patients. Finally, he emphasized a need for upfront risk assessment to identify patients at a higher risk who could benefit from additional testing as well as more pronounced collaboration between oncologists and cardiologists. Reference Bradshaw PT, Stevens J, Khankari N, Teitelbaum SL, Neugut AI, Gammon MD. Cardiovascular disease mortality among breast cancer survivors. Epidemiology. 2016;27(1):6-13. doi:10.1097/EDE.0000000000000394

Seattle Parks and Recreation has fenced off Lake City Mini Park, Seven Hills Park, and Dr. Blanche Lavizzo Park for 60 days, citing “negative park activity” linked to crime, drug use, and homeless encampments.City officials say the closures will allow time to plan amenity upgrades—including new lighting, fences, and landscaping—to ensure parks remain safe and welcoming. But many residents are frustrated, questioning the vague term “negative activity” and pointing out that the changes may be designed more to deter homeless residents than to improve community use.

Podcast: Industrial Cybersecurity InsiderEpisode: FBI Alerts, OT Vulnerabilities, and What Comes NextPub date: 2025-09-03Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationIn this episode, Craig and Dino break down the FBI's latest cybersecurity advisory and what it means for industrial organizations. From Cisco hardware vulnerabilities on the plant floor to the widening gap between IT and OT security teams, they address the critical blind spots that attackers often exploit. They discuss why manufacturing has become ransomware's “cash register,” the importance of continuous monitoring and asset visibility, and why every organization must have an incident response plan in place before a crisis. This episode is packed with real-world insights and actionable strategies. It's a must-listen for CISOs, CIOs, OT engineers, and plant leaders safeguarding manufacturing and critical infrastructure.Chapters:00:00:52 - Welcome to Industrial Cybersecurity Insider Podcast00:01:21 - A New FBI Advisory on Nation-State OT Threats00:02:37 - Cisco Hardware on the Plant Floor Targeted in Advisory00:03:18 - The IT/OT Disconnect: OT Assets are Often Invisible to InfoSec Teams00:04:19 - The Awareness Gap: Critical Security Alerts Fail to Reach OT Operations00:04:54 - The OT Cybersecurity Skills Gap and Cultural Divide00:07:32 - Why All Manufacturing is Critical, Citing the JBS Breach00:08:37 - The Staggering Economic Cost of OT Breaches00:09:33 - The "Cash Register" Concept: Why Attackers Target Manufacturing00:10:29 - OT as the New Frontier for Attacks on Unpatched Systems00:11:28 - The "Disinterested Third Party": When OEMs See Security as the Client's Problem00:12:31 - The Foundational First Step: Gaining Asset Visibility & Continuous Monitoring00:13:53 - The Impracticality of Patching in OT Due to Downtime and Safety Risks00:15:25 - Academic vs. Practitioner: Why High-Level Advice Fails on the Plant Floor00:18:25 - The Minimum Requirement: A Practiced, OT-Inclusive Incident Response Plan00:18:58 - Why CISOs Must Build Relationships with Key OT Partners00:22:46 - Practice, Partner, and Protect NowLinks And Resources:Want to Sponsor an episode or be a Guest? Reach out here.Industrial Cybersecurity Insider on LinkedInCybersecurity & Digital Safety on LinkedInBW Design Group CybersecurityDino Busalachi on LinkedInCraig Duckworth on LinkedInThanks so much for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to Industrial Cybersecurity Insider? Have some feedback you'd like to share? Connect with us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube to leave us a review!The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from Industrial Cybersecurity Insider, which is the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Listen Notes, Inc.

Travelers to Fargo ninety years ago were about to lose an amenity they may have taken for granted: the tourist park. Citing costs, city officials chose to end support for the park. The Bismarck Tribune quoted the park board as saying, “Tourists these days are too finicky.”

South African Humanitarian Joins Global Sumud Flotilla to Gaza, Citing Duty to Her Children by Radio Islam

Citing the latest and most thorough scientific research, Dr. Leonard Sax discusses the differences between the four major parenting styles and compares them based on their proven outcomes. One of them takes the lead in mental wellness, security, attachment, health, and happiness. What are the benefits of gentle parenting compared to authoritarian, neglectful, and authoritative and which one has the best impact on children and future adults? Dr. Sax explains in this insightful podcast. Dr. Leonard Sax graduated in three years from MIT and went on to obtain his MD and PhD simultaneously from University of Penn. Since 1990, he has provided care for children and adults in a family practice outside Washington, D.C. He has spent more than two decades visiting over 500 schools to research the causes of American adolescent's decline in academic performance and social-emotional well-being. He has put his gifts at the service of young people, families, and schools. [He has spent over 20 years visiting schools around the country and world to determine what is behind the unique American adolescent challenges he has encountered in his practice. For the past 20 years, Dr. Sax has lead workshops, authored books, and given keynotes to address the conclusions of his research. He has been a guest on countless national and international media sources, including the TODAY Show (five times), CNN (three times), Headline News, PBS, Fox News (four times), NPR's Weekend Edition, and the BBC. His books include Girls on the Edge, Boys Adrift, Why Gender Matters, and The Collapse of Parenting, a New York Times bestseller.

Tune in here to this Thursday's edition of the Brett Winterble Show! Brett kicks off the program by talking about serious commentary on RFK Jr.'s testimony before Congress, which he watched in full. Brett criticizes the conduct of several Democratic lawmakers during the hearing, describing their approach as combative and unproductive, with little interest in genuine dialogue. He expresses concern over what he sees as a troubling alliance between elected officials and pharmaceutical companies, suggesting that the hearing was more about protecting industry interests than pursuing public health reform. Citing the number of vaccinations children receive throughout their school years, he raises questions about medical transparency and informed consent. Brett concludes by urging listeners to pay attention to how power operates in Washington and to remain engaged in demanding accountability and meaningful reform from their elected leaders. We’re joined by Gordon G. Chang, renowned author and foreign policy expert, to talk about the recent summit involving China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea, and its broader implications for global stability and U.S. foreign policy. Chang explains that China’s projection of strength is, in fact, a sign of weakness, referencing Sun Tzu’s strategy of appearing strong when vulnerable. He also highlights the deepening alliance between authoritarian regimes and the strategic positioning of nations like India, which showed hesitancy to fully align with anti-Western narratives. Chang warns about the dangerous missile cooperation between Iran and North Korea and raises serious concerns about China's ongoing practice of forced organ harvesting. He criticizes both the lack of U.S. response and the media’s overly sympathetic coverage of the summit, calling it a disservice to the American public. The conversation underscores the urgent need for a more informed, assertive U.S. stance on rising global threats. Listen here for all of this and more on The Brett Winterble Show! For more from Brett Winterble check out his YouTube channel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This segment warns of a grave new threat to free speech, sparked by the arrest of UK comedian Graham Linehan at a UK airport for tweets he made while in America. The host argues that this is not an isolated incident but a deliberate test case to establish a legal framework for extraditing Americans to the UK to face charges for "speech crimes" committed on social media. Citing a statistic that claims there are significantly more arrests for social media posts in the UK than in Russia, the host questions why the US would continue to support its "allies" militarily when their values appear to be in direct opposition to American constitutional rights. The discussion frames this as a part of a larger, globalist plan to silence conservative commentary and control online discourse, with the speaker calling for Americans to reconsider who their true allies and enemies are.

President Trump moves the Space Command Center out of Colorado…. Citing mail in ballot corruption as part of the problem

The host reveals a shocking connection between international crime and American politics, arguing that the standoff in cities like Chicago is part of a larger, global conflict. Citing a U.S. Treasury report, he details how Chinese networks are laundering billions in cartel wealth through the U.S. financial system, with money flowing through real estate, casinos, and human trafficking. The host claims this alliance between China and cartels is a deliberate strategy to gain influence and control in the U.S. He links this directly to the Democratic party, alleging a "nexus" where the cartels and China provide the "voters" needed to combat the demographic shifts of Americans fleeing blue states.

The host explores a looming social crisis: the stark reality of modern relationships and happiness. Citing studies from the Pew Research Center and the General Social Survey, the host reveals that a significant number of Gen Z women don't believe marriage or motherhood leads to a happy life. However, he counters this with data showing that married women with children are actually twice as likely to report being "very happy" compared to unmarried and childless women. The discussion also highlights a growing partisan divide between young men and women, with Gen Z men being the most conservative in a century, creating a "demographic armageddon" that will make it harder for young people to find a compatible partner.

The host discusses the political conflict between President Trump and Democratic leaders like Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, framing it as a front in a larger "war" for the republic. Citing a U.S. Treasury report, the host alleges that a vast network of Chinese money launderers and Mexican cartels are working with the Democratic party to move billions of dollars through the U.S. The host claims this alliance is a deliberate strategy to gain power, with the criminal networks providing the "voters" needed to offset a demographic shift of people leaving blue states. The speaker also expresses deep concern for President Trump's health, arguing that he is working himself to death to fight this "nexus" and reclaim American territory from these forces.

At a White House press conference, President Donald Trump pivoted from announcing Space Command's move to Huntsville, Alabama, to discuss Chicago, which he called a “hellhole.” Citing weekend shootings that left nine dead and more than 50 injured, Trump said he has an obligation to send in the National Guard. He claimed Illinois leaders are refusing protection and that Chicagoans are pleading for troops, pointing to Washington, D.C., as his model “safe zone.” Gov. J.B. Pritzker pushed back, blasting the talk as a “reality show stunt.” While Trump floats the idea of boots on city streets, the timing is uncertain and state consent appears optional. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

MATC fired four employees of its multicultural center citing the Department of Education's threat to pull funding from colleges that use race-conscious hiring for positions.

This segment tackles two distinct but related issues: a perceived breakdown of the American justice system and a supposed misrepresentation of the economy. The host begins by discussing a "dual justice" system, where a person's politics, not their actions, determine if they face prosecution. Citing the case of Michael Sussman—a former lawyer for the Clinton campaign who was acquitted of lying to the FBI—and a recent incident where a person threw a hoagie at a federal agent, the hosts argue that Democrats are given preferential treatment, which they link to the mindset of Marxist revolutionaries. This, they claim, is a license for political persecution and a direct threat to the principle of "equal justice under law." The conversation then shifts to a more optimistic economic outlook. The host reports on revised GDP numbers, initial jobless claims, and consumer spending, which all point to a much healthier economy than previously reported. They highlight the revised core PCE prices and GDP price index, which have been adjusted downward, to argue that recent media reports of inflation caused by tariffs were a deliberate attempt to mislead the public. The segment concludes by celebrating these positive economic indicators and emphasizing that the "tariffs aren't causing inflation," contrary to what they claim is the prevailing narrative.

This segment delves into what the host describes as a "dual justice" system in the U.S., where political affiliation, rather than guilt, determines legal outcomes. Citing the case of an individual who threw a hoagie at a federal agent and the acquittal of Michael Sussman—a lawyer for the Clinton campaign accused of lying to the FBI—the host argues that Democrats are not being held accountable for their actions, even when caught on video. This, they claim, is a mindset similar to Marxism and a direct threat to the principle of "equal justice under law." The host then shifts to corporate and political deception, focusing on a claimed "war over the vaccine." They report on the chaotic situation with the CDC director, who they say was fired but refuses to resign, alleging that she and other officials are protecting the interests of "big pharma." This is tied to a move by a political figure to end the "emergency use authorization" for certain vaccines, which would force pharmaceutical companies to conduct full, transparent trials. The host contends these companies fear the results of such trials, which they believe would expose harmful side effects and a lack of efficacy. The segment concludes with a discussion of Chinese student visas, framing it as a national security issue. The host claims that the number of visas for Chinese students has been drastically increased, a decision they argue is a form of "losing" to China. They allege that these students are agents of industrial espionage, here to steal taxpayer-funded research. This is connected to a long-standing political deal where student visas are used to bring in people who are likely to vote for the Democratic Party, further tilting the political landscape.

In a letter posted to Truth Social on Monday night, President Donald Trump ordered the removal of Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook from her position for alleged mortgage fraud. Citing the Federal Reserve Act of 1913 and his powers under Article II of the Constitution, Trump stated that he was removing Cook “for cause.” Cook responded by saying that “no cause exists under the law” and that the president did not have the authority to fire her.Tangle LIVE tickets are available!We're excited to announce that our third installment of Tangle Live will be held on October 24, 2025, at the Irvine Barclay Theatre in Irvine, California. If you're in the area (or want to make the trip), we'd love to have you join Isaac and the team for a night of spirited discussion, live Q&A, and opportunities to meet the team in person. You can read more about the event and purchase tickets here.Ad-free podcasts are here!To listen to this podcast ad-free, and to enjoy our subscriber only premium content, go to ReadTangle.com to sign up!You can read today's podcast⁠ ⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠, our “Under the Radar” story ⁠here and today's “Have a nice day” story ⁠here⁠.Take the survey: Do you think Trump has legal cause to fire Cook? Let us know!Disagree? That's okay. My opinion is just one of many. Write in and let us know why, and we'll consider publishing your feedback.You can subscribe to Tangle by clicking here or drop something in our tip jar by clicking here. Our Executive Editor and Founder is Isaac Saul. Our Executive Producer is Jon Lall.This podcast was written by: Isaac Saul and edited and engineered by Dewey Thomas. Music for the podcast was produced by Diet 75.Our newsletter is edited by Managing Editor Ari Weitzman, Senior Editor Will Kaback, Lindsey Knuth, Kendall White, Bailey Saul, and Audrey Moorehead. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This content argues that a major shift in the American culture war is underway, where conservative voices are finally gaining ground against what the speaker describes as "woke" ideology. Citing the rapid reversal of the Cracker Barrel logo change and the enduring backlash against Bud Light, the speaker contends that "normal Americans" now have the power to financially punish companies that embrace liberal agendas. This new power, he claims, is a direct result of a change in social media control, particularly under the new ownership of X (formerly Twitter), which he says has allowed for free speech that was previously suppressed by entities like the FBI. The monologue expands on this theme, connecting it to a variety of other topics, including: Immigration and Safety: The speaker expresses concern about non-English speaking immigrants allegedly receiving commercial driver's licenses and discusses the safety and economic implications of this issue, while also drawing a parallel to crime and immigration policies in Europe. Political Accountability: The speaker praises political efforts to crack down on crime in Washington, D.C. He also details allegations of mortgage fraud against a Federal Reserve Governor, framing it as an example of a dual justice system that favors Democrats. Social and Ideological Conflict: The speaker criticizes school policies that he believes force girls to declare a "mental health exemption" to avoid sharing facilities with transgender students. He also mocks the political struggles of Governor Gavin Newsom and argues that the "left's" focus on what he calls "ideological lies" will lead to its political downfall.

The combined transcripts present a comprehensive narrative of a nation facing a multi-front "worldwide battle." The host, Tara, argues that the most significant threat is China, which she alleges is using a "hostage situation" with rare earth minerals to force U.S. concessions, including a massive increase in Chinese student visas. She claims this is part of a deliberate strategy to infiltrate the U.S. with spies and bioweapons. The monologue extends this conspiracy to the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan, which is framed as a betrayal to allow China access to the country's mineral wealth, a deal allegedly facilitated by the Biden family. The host also connects these geopolitical struggles to domestic issues, claiming that "Marxist" policies like cashless bail are designed to protect criminals and that "woke" corporate agendas are deliberately stripping American culture of its values. Citing the cases of Kilmar Abrego Garcia and a recent Cracker Barrel controversy, she argues that these issues are part of a coordinated effort to undermine the nation from within. The narrative concludes by portraying President Trump not as a weak leader but as a strategic figure fighting against this "worldwide system" on multiple fronts, from the economy and immigration to foreign policy.

The Trump White House has tapped Tesla board member and Airbnb cofounder Joe Gebbia to take the lead on its initiative to redesign the federal government's digital footprint. Gebbia announced that he was appointed as chief design officer in a Saturday post to X, formerly known as Twitter. That role was established by President Donald Trump via executive order last week along with a new National Design Studio and an initiative to improve digital and physical spaces called “America By Design.” Gebbia said in his X post that his directive “is to update today's government services to be as satisfying to use as the Apple Store: beautifully designed, great user experience, run on modern software.” Gebbia thanked Trump for supporting the new initiative and asked people interested in joining the studio to reach out with a link to their work. Prior to his appointment as the design chief, Gebbia also worked with DOGE to modernize the Office of Personnel Management's mostly paper-based retirement processing. Sen. Ron Wyden on Monday urged Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts to seek an independent review of federal court cybersecurity following the latest major hack, accusing the judiciary of “incompetence” and “covering up” its “negligence” over digital defenses. Wyden, D-Ore., wrote his letter in response to news this month that hackers had reportedly breached and stolen sealed case data from federal district courts dating back to at least July, exploiting vulnerabilities left unfixed for five years. Alleged Russian hackers were behind both the attack and another past major intrusion, and may have lurked in the systems for years. Wyden wrote in his letter: “The courts have been entrusted with some of our nation's most confidential and sensitive information, including national security documents that could reveal sources and methods to our adversaries, and sealed criminal charging and investigative documents that could enable suspects to flee from justice or target witnesses. Yet, you continue to refuse to require the federal courts to meet mandatory cybersecurity requirements and allow them to routinely ignore basic cybersecurity best practices.” That, Wyden said, means someone from the outside must conduct a review, naming the National Academy of Sciences as the organization Roberts should choose. The Daily Scoop Podcast is available every Monday-Friday afternoon. If you want to hear more of the latest from Washington, subscribe to The Daily Scoop Podcast  on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify and YouTube.

One of morning blessings we are required to recite each day is "She'asa Li Kol Sorki" – "who Has made for me all that I need." This Beracha expresses gratitude for the ability to wear shoes, as it is only because we have shoes that we can go about and do all that we need to do. On a personal note, I gained greater appreciation for this Beracha after a bizarre experience I had during a trip to Mexico City. I was invited by the Syrian-Jewish community there to come as a guest speaker, and I stayed in a hotel. In the hotel room, I noticed that the hotel offered a shoe-polishing service, whereby the guest gives in his shoes before going to sleep, and they are placed outside his door freshly-polished the next morning. I gave in my shoes, but the next morning, after I got dressed, they were not by my door. I had no choice but to go down the lobby – where the leaders of the community were meeting me to bring me to the synagogue – without my shoes. I explained to them what happened, and we spoke to the hotel staff. They brought me to the room where the shoes are kept, and I had to rummage through piles of shoes for quite some time until I found mine. That morning, I understood the significance of this Beracha that we recite each morning – "She'asa Li Kol Sorki." We tend to take it for granted that we can put on shoes every morning, but this is, in truth, a wonderful gift that we must appreciate. This message applies as well to the Beracha of "Malbish Arumim" which we recite each morning to thank Hashem for having clothing. This blessing, too, should never be taken for granted. Every so often it happens that a fire breaks out in a home or building during the night, forcing the residents to go outside in their bathrobes, as all their clothing goes up in flames. We must always appreciate the fact that Hashem provides us with clothing and shoes to wear each and every day. Grammatically, the word "She'asa" in the phrase "She'asa Li Kol Sorki" should be pronounced with the emphasis on the second syllable: "She-A-sa." This Beracha is unique in that it is formulated in the past tense – "She'asa" ("who has made"), as opposed to the present tense – "Ha'oseh" ("who makes"). The reason why this Beracha is formulated in the present tense might be that people sometimes recognize how Hashem has fulfilled their needs only in retrospect, after the fact. Often, things happen in life that make us feel that Hashem is specifically not fulfilling our needs, that He is ignoring us, or withholding our necessities from us. For example, when a person loses his job, or when his business takes a downturn, he might not recognize how "Oseh Lo Kol Sorki," that G-d is currently taking care of him. But later, when he finds a better job, or when he finds a different business opportunity, he realizes that everything was for the best, and that Hashem was always doing what was best for Him. Therefore, it is only afterward when we can look back and say, "She'asa Li Kol Sorki," recognizing in hindsight that Hashem was caring for us all along, even when it seemed like He wasn't. Our custom is to recite the Beracha of "She'asa Li Kol Sorki" after the Beracha of "Ha'mechin Mis'adeh Gaber" (as opposed the custom to reverse the order). Furthermore, we pronounce the final word of this blessing "Sorki," and not "Sorkai." There are two days on the Jewish calendar – Tisha B'Ab and Yom Kippur – when Halacha forbids wearing regular shoes. The Ben Ish Hai (Rav Yosef Haim of Baghdad, 1833-1909), in Parashat Vayesheb, thus writes that the Beracha of "She'asa Li Kol Sorki" is not recited on these days. Since this Beracha expresses gratitude for the ability to wear shoes, it is omitted on days when wearing shoes is forbidden. Citing the Sha'ar Ha'kavanot, the Ben Ish Hai explains that although the Arizal taught that there are deep mystical concepts underlying the morning blessings, and their meaning thus extends beyond the actual phenomena which they mention, nevertheless, this is relevant only when other Jews benefit these phenomena. If a person himself does not benefit from a certain phenomenon mentioned by one of the Birkot Ha'shahar, he nevertheless recites that Beracha because others are benefitting. On Tisha B'Ab and Yom Kippur, however, nobody is allowed to wear shoes, and so the Beracha of "She'asa Li Kol Sorki" cannot be recited. Hacham Ovadia Yosef, in a responsum in Yabia Omer, questions this ruling of the Ben Ish Hai, presenting several reasons why this Beracha should be recited even on days when wearing shoes is forbidden. Firstly, Halacha permits wearing shoes on Tisha B'Ab and Yom Kippur to protect against potential harm, such as if there may be scorpions on the ground where one walks. Therefore, we indeed benefit from the protection provided by shoes even on Tisha B'Ab and Yom Kippur. Secondly, we recite Birkot Ha'shahar to thank Hashem for "Minhago Shel Olam" – the natural order which He created that allows us to live and function, irrespective of whether we actually benefit from these phenomena on a particular day. Therefore, even on days when we do not wear shoes, we should thank Hashem for the blessing of shoes from which people normally benefit. Another argument is that Halacha does not forbid all shoes on Tisha B'Ab and Yom Kippur, only those made from leather. Therefore, there is reason to recite the Beracha of "She'asa Lo Kol Sorki" even on these days. Additionally, at night, after the conclusion of Tisha B'Ab and Yom Kippur, we are permitted to wear shoes, and as Birkot Ha'shahar are recited only in the morning, they clearly cover the entire day and also the following night. Hence, even if we would understand Birkot Ha'shahar as expressing gratitude for the benefit we receive, we should still recite "She'asa Li Kol Sorki" on Yom Kippur and Tisha B'Ab, because we can wear shoes at night. (The Gaon of Vilna had the practice of reciting "She'asa Li Kol Sorki" when he put on his shoes upon the conclusion of Yom Kippur. We, however, follow the view that Birkot Ha'shahar can be recited only during the day, and the Beracha covers the rest of the day and the following night.) Finally, whereas the Arizal maintained that Birkot Ha'shahar thank Hashem specifically for the blessings that He grants us, the Jewish Nation, others, including Rabbenu Nissim, felt that these Berachot refer to the natural order that benefits all mankind. Hence, even though Jews do not wear shoes on Tisha B'Ab and Yom Kippur, the Beracha of "She'asa Li Kol Sorki" should perhaps be recited since gentiles benefit from shoes on these days. Indeed, Rav Yosef Karo (author of the Shulhan Aruch, 1488-1575), in one of his published responsa (Abkat Rochel, 54), writes explicitly that the accepted custom is to recite the Beracha of "She'asa Li Kol Sorki" even on Tisha B'Ab and Yom Kippur, and emphasizes that this custom should be followed. Accordingly, Hacham Ovadia Yosef ruled that if somebody asks whether or not to recite this Beracha on Tisha B'Ab and Yom Kippur, he should be told not to recite it, given the different views that exist. If, however, a person does recite the Beracha, he should not be corrected, because this practice has strong Halachic basis. This ruling of Hacham Ovadia appears in the first edition of Yalkut Yosef (p. 55). But in a later work – Halichot Olam (vol. 1, p. 53) – the Hacham changed his position, and ruled that the Beracha of "She'asa Li Kol Sorki" should be recited on Yom Kippur and Tisha B'Ab. This was his final ruling, and this is the Halacha that should be followed. Hacham Ovadia's son, Hacham David Yosef, writes in Halacha Berura that his father would make a point of wearing his regular leather shoes at night after Tisha B'Ab and Yom Kippur, in order to strengthen the case for reciting the Beracha of "She'asa Li Kol Sorki" on these days. It goes without saying that a mourner, Heaven forbid, recites "She'asa Li Kol Sorki" even though he does not wear regular shoes, since everybody else is wearing shoes. Summary: The Beracha of "She'asa Li Kol Sorki" – which thanks Hashem for the gift of shoes – should be recited after the Beracha of "Ha'mechin Mis'adeh Gaber." The emphasis in the word "She'asa" should be on the second syllable ("She-A-sa"). We pronounce the final word "Sorki," and not "Sorkai." The Beracha should be recited even on days when shoes are not worn – during mourning, on Tisha B'Ab, and on Yom Kippur.

This episode dives into three major topics. First, the hosts celebrate new archaeological discoveries that they argue prove traditional theories of human evolution are a "lie." Citing a recent study, they discuss how a 140,000-year-old child's skeleton in Israel shows interbreeding between modern humans and Neanderthals, a finding that pushes back the timeline for such interactions by 100,000 years. The host also notes that his own DNA shows he has an unusually high 4% Neanderthal genetics, a percentage double the average of 2%. Next, the conversation shifts to breaking political news: a pre-dawn FBI raid on former National Security Advisor John Bolton's home. The hosts speculate this raid is related to a classified documents probe and is the beginning of a crackdown on the "deep state" by the Trump administration. Finally, the hosts react to a major court decision that vacated a nearly half-billion-dollar judgment against Donald Trump in a New York fraud case. They frame the ruling as a significant victory against the "lawfare" being used by Democrats, highlighting that the loan company in question had testified they were not harmed and even wanted to do more business with Trump

Citing dumpster contamination and the high cost of providing the service, the City of St. Louis is officially moving away from alleyway recycling. But Jess Watson, executive director of earthday365, is not giving up hope that it could return in the future. She discusses the challenges and costs involved in recycling with host Elaine Cha, and residents share what they think of the city's decision.

On this episode of the Customers First podcast, I'm joined by Jamaul Ford, a second-generation entrepreneur who embodies the essence of empathy and community-driven business practices. Our discussion dives deep into his entrepreneurial journey, where he shares insights garnered from a diverse range of experiences in B2B collaborations, emphasizing the power of genuine connection in business. As we explore the importance of understanding market needs, Jamaul stresses the significance of integrating microeconomic principles into business strategies. He advocates for conducting thorough research, utilizing surveys, and crafting minimal viable products (MVPs) to test market interest before launching. By focusing on what potential customers truly want, rather than assumptions, entrepreneurs can better position their products and services for success. Jamaul intriguingly introduces the concept of transforming waiting lists into "wealthy lists," explaining how maintaining communication with interested prospects can ensure a steady cash flow and engaged clientele. We also discuss the vital aspect of geographical dominance in business. Jamaul illustrates the importance of local relevance and how businesses must optimize their presence within their communities to attract and retain customers. Citing the way local referrals can significantly impact customer perception, he underscores the role of building rapport and relationships as a foundational marketing strategy. As the dialogue progresses, Jamaul shares his vision of the future business landscape, highlighting the dual trends shaping entrepreneurship today: the shift towards productized services and the rising significance of generative engine optimization (GEO). He explains how businesses must adapt to an evolving digital landscape, especially with the growing preference for AI-driven solutions, and stresses the urgency for smaller businesses to embrace these changes or risk being left behind. Throughout the episode, listeners are encouraged to focus on authentic relationships and the power of community in crafting extraordinary customer experiences.   Jamaul's Contact Information: Website: https://brandmaven.org Social Media: @jamaulford   Tacey's Contact Information: Website: taceyatkinson.com All Socials: @TaceyAtkinson   Thank you for tuning in, and I look forward to having more valuable conversations together in the future. Remember: Customer-Centric Cultures Create Magical Customer Experiences. Now Go, Create the Magic!

Ever since the Supreme Court last year granted cities more power to arrest and fine homeless people, San Francisco city leaders have pushed for increased sweeps on encampments. For more, KCBS Radio news anchor Eric Thomas spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

Psychiatrist, internist, and addiction medicine specialist Muhamad Aly Rifai discusses his article, "In medicine and law, professions that society relies upon for accuracy." He argues that labeling AI errors as "hallucinations" is a dangerous euphemism that trivializes real psychiatric conditions and downplays the serious threat these errors pose to professions built on trust. He insists on using the term "fabrications" to accurately describe the plausible-sounding but often entirely false information generated by large language models. Citing alarming examples, including a study where 47 percent of AI-generated medical citations were fake and a legal case built on invented precedents, Muhamad explains how these fabrications directly threaten patient safety and justice. With no clear accountability for algorithmic errors, he calls for urgent action, including rigorous education on AI's limitations, mandatory disclosure of its use, and a commitment to terminology that reflects the ethical gravity of the problem. Careers by KevinMD is your gateway to health care success. We connect you with real-time, exclusive resources like job boards, news updates, and salary insights, all tailored for health care professionals. With expertise in uniting top talent and leading employers across the nation's largest health care hiring network, we're your partner in shaping health care's future. Fulfill your health care journey at KevinMD.com/careers. VISIT SPONSOR → https://kevinmd.com/careers Discovering disability insurance? Pattern understands your concerns. Over 20,000 doctors trust us for straightforward, affordable coverage. We handle everything from quotes to paperwork. Say goodbye to insurance stress – visit Pattern today at KevinMD.com/pattern. VISIT SPONSOR → https://kevinmd.com/pattern SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST → https://www.kevinmd.com/podcast RECOMMENDED BY KEVINMD → https://www.kevinmd.com/recommended

Washington DC's highly touted 25–28% drop in violent crime is highly dubious, seeing as how murder stats are up while officials claim overall violence is down.  Citing an NBC4 Washington report and a headline about a suspended DC police commander, Jimmy and Americans' Comedian Kurt Metzger discuss police-union allegations that police supervisors reclassified shootings, stabbings, and carjackings as lesser offenses (e.g., “felony assault” or “injured person”) to keep “violent” crime numbers low.  The two add that even if citywide stats showed declines, residents still feel unsafe—pointing to carjackings—and criticize political responses including Trump's federal intervention in DC policing. They argue resources should go to housing, mental health, and addiction treatment rather than mass incarceration, while questioning the integrity of DC crime reporting. Plus segments on MSNBC hosts praising Trump's DC police takeover, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's secret plan for “Greater Israel,” the national debt exceeding $37 trillion for the first time and President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen telling a protester he would be arrested in Russia — as he's being arrested. Also featuring Stef Zamorano!

The host examines the internal struggle within the Democratic Party over their public stance on crime and immigration. Citing a CNN pollster, the host points out that Democrats are alienating voters by defending criminals and advocating for policies like sanctuary cities, leading to a significant drop in their approval ratings on crime. The host plays soundbites from leading Democratic candidates who prioritize protecting "undocumented residents" over citizens, highlighting the growing divide between the party's base and mainstream public opinion. The conversation then transitions to the high-stakes summit in Alaska between the President and Russian President Vladimir Putin. The host argues that the meeting is an attempt to repair a relationship that was damaged by fabricated "Russia collusion" narratives and unwarranted sanctions, which he claims were orchestrated by the deep state and Hillary Clinton's campaign. The host explains that Putin's presence on U.S. soil is a sign of immense trust, and the true purpose of the meeting is a deep-state-free conversation to de-escalate tensions and prevent further conflict

This two-part analysis exposes what the speaker describes as the "massive corruption" and "rogue elements" within U.S. intelligence agencies. The host argues that the Russia collusion narrative was a "team sport" manufactured by figures like James Clapper and Andrew McCabe to serve political ends, specifically to undermine Donald Trump's presidency and shield Hillary Clinton from her own legal troubles. Citing allegedly "burned bag" documents that were never fully destroyed, the host contends that the FBI's investigations into Hillary Clinton's use of a private server and the Clinton Foundation were deliberately suppressed. The monologue concludes by asserting that a vast, entrenched bureaucracy is a greater threat to the country than foreign adversaries and that the public has been repeatedly lied to by the media and intelligence community.

In this fiery monologue, the host breaks down newly revealed information regarding the Russia collusion narrative. Citing emails and internal communications, he explains how intelligence agencies allegedly framed the narrative as a "team sport" to ensure a singular, unified message about the Trump campaign's purported collusion with Russia. The host argues that this was a deliberate effort to mislead the public, with key figures in the intelligence community knowing the information was false. He highlights the role of Mike Rogers, James Clapper, and others, and suggests that the deep-seated bureaucracy is a more significant threat to the current administration than foreign adversaries. The conversation also touches on why Donald Trump may be opting for in-person meetings with foreign leaders—to bypass potential eavesdropping and leaks from these same intelligence agencies.

The host presents a multifaceted critique of what he calls a "fake reality," alleging a grand conspiracy and cover-up while celebrating what he sees as genuine successes. He claims that "bombshell" declassified documents prove Democrats, including Adam Schiff and Eric Swalwell, committed felonies by leaking classified information and that Adam Schiff abused his power to have a journalist censored on social media. The host connects these actions to a broader global censorship effort, citing the UK's Online Safety Act as an example of an attempt to control the public narrative. In stark contrast, he highlights what he considers a successful economic policy, pointing to record blue-collar wage increases, unions shifting their support to Republicans, and low inflation as evidence that a positive economic reality is emerging. The broadcast concludes with an abrupt shift to a strong warning for parents about child predators. Citing recent arrests of adults in trusted positions and his own research, he urges parents to be hyper-vigilant and not to trust community leaders or mentors who seek to befriend their children, regardless of a clean background

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Citing a crime emergency, President Trump says he's taking over the DC police, sending in the National Guard and is ready to do the same in other big cities. Overall crime numbers in DC are lower this year than in 2024. Plus, one of the most well-known Palestinian journalists, Anas Al-Sharif, is dead after being targeted in an Israeli strike. Four of his colleagues were also killed.  Clarissa Ward has details on the attack and the widespread condemnation that Israel is now facing.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Umaymah Mohammad, a Palestinian medical-sociology dual degree student at Emory, was at the midway point of completing her PhD program when she was suspended from Emory’s medical school. She says she was suspended after participating in various pro-Palestine demonstrations on Emory’s campus, including the April 2024 encampment. She also appeared on the news program Democracy Now and was critical of Emory and a professor who was volunteering in Gaza as an Israeli military medic. A joint lawsuit has since been filed against Emory University, its board of trustees and the dean of the medical school. It's a case of whether Mohammad broke the institution’s code of conduct or if her civil rights were violated. Mohammad and Keon Grant, a staff attorney for CAIR-Georgia, talked with show host Rose Scott about the case and the actions they now want Emory to take. Plus, we revisit Rose’s conversation with Jim Alexander. The legendary award-winning photographer, photojournalist, and activist celebrated his 90th birthday on Aug. 7. Over his multiple decades-spanning career, he has taken at least a quarter million photos. His massive collection captures Black life in America and pinpoints pivotal moments in history, such as the civil rights movement through the present day. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In his new book Coming Clean, Eric Heinze rejects the idea that we should be less woke. In fact, we need more wokeness, but of a new kind. Yes, we must teach about classism, racism, colonialism, patriarchy, and other gross injustices, but we must also educate the public about the left's own support for regimes that damaged and destroyed millions of lives for over a century—Stalin in the Soviet Union, Mao Zedong in China, Pol Pot in Cambodia, or the Kim dynasty in North Korea. Criticisms of Western wrongdoing are certainly important, yet Heinze explains that most on the political left have rarely engaged in the kinds of open and public self-scrutiny that they demand from others. Citing examples as different as the Ukraine war, LGBTQ+ people in Cuba, the concept of “hatred,” and the problem of leftwing antisemitism, Heinze explains why and how the left must change its memory politics if it is to claim any ethical high ground. Eric Heinze is Professor of Law and Humanities at Queen Mary University of London. He is the author of The Most Human Right: Why Free Speech is Everything (MIT Press), among other books, and has published over 100 articles and has been featured in radio and television and other media around the world. His new book is Coming Clean: The Rise of Critical Theory and the Future of the Left.

A Critique of Practicing the Way, Part 16 - The True Gospel is Exclusive, presented by Bob DeWaay and Barb Gretch. We discuss Comer's rejection of the exclusive claims of the gospel. Citing key passages such as John 14:6 and Matthew 7:13-14, Comer redefines the terms to support his claim that these passages are about human potential, not salvation or coming judgment. (duration 00:21:23) Click here to play

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Story of the Week (DR):Trump Demands Intel CEO's Resignation, Says He's ‘Highly CONFLICTED' AND Eric and Donald Trump Jr. to Own Millions of Shares in New U.S. Manufacturing SPAC MMESG Analyst Tom Cotton: Trump's attack, posted on Truth Social Thursday, came two days after GOP Sen. Tom Cotton flagged Tan's prior investments in Chinese companies and his previous leadership at Cadence Design Systems, which recently pleaded guilty to unlawfully selling its tech to a blacklisted military university in China.Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan (~$70M golden hello in March; max potential $400M) directly addressed employees on Thursday after Donald Trump demanded his resignation over national security concerns, saying he has the full support of the board.Tan set up a venture firm called Walden International based in San Francisco that pumped more than $5 billion into over 600 companies. More than 100 of those investments were made in China, including deals with once-obscure startups such as Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp.—today China's largest chipmaker—where he served on the board for a decade and a half.Today, the executive is still chairman of Walden International. And he's the founding managing partner at Walden Catalyst Ventures, which focuses on investments in the U.S., Europe and Israel. He also serves in that role at another venture fund, Celesta Global Capital.Tan stepped out of the venture world and joined the chip industry full-time when he became interim head of San Jose, California-based Cadence Design Systems Inc. in 2008. The executive, who had previously served on the board, went on to take the permanent CEO job the next year. He stayed in the role until 2021, when he transitioned to executive chairman, and is widely credited with restoring the company's fortunes. In late July of this year, the Department of Justice announced a plea deal that cost Cadence more than $100 million in fines. Employees at Cadence's China unit allegedly hid the name of a customer—the National University of Defense Technology—from internal compliance in order to keep supplying it. That organization had been put on the Department of Commerce's blacklist in 2015. The Chinese university was one of a group of supercomputer operators there that had conducted simulations of nuclear explosions, the DOJ said.Shares of American Eagle surge 20% after Trump calls Sydney Sweeney campaign 'hottest ad out there' AND Epstein victims are a growing political threat to TrumpThe Fall 2025 campaign, titled "Sydney Sweeney Has Great Jeans," centers on a deliberate pun between "jeans" and "genes.""Genes are passed down from parents to offspring, often determining traits like hair color... My jeans are blue."All the hallmarks of a dick-tatorship:American Eagle gender influence gap is -36%: Jay L. SchottensteinMr. Schottenstein has served as our Chief Executive Officer since December 2015. Prior thereto, he served as our Interim Chief Executive Officer from January 2014 to December 2015. He has served as Chairman of the Board since March 1992. He previously served the Company as Chief Executive Officer from March 1992 until December 2002 and as a Vice President and Director of the Company's predecessors since 1980Creepy nepobaby son: The grown son of an Ohio billionaire is a hooker-loving drug addict who threatened to destroy the renowned Manhattan psychiatrist his parents enlisted to help him, according to bombshell court papers. Dr. Paul Conti, a Stanford-educated psychiatrist from Oregon, alleges in a federal suit that the son also gambled away millions of dollars during trips to Las Vegas while running up credit bills and borrowing money from mobsters.SB360 Capital Partners: owned by Jay and his 3 sons (sorry wife): 13 listed executes: all white menlast time there was a vote on Jay (2023)CEO/Chair control: has been CEO 3 times; chair since 1992; $300k security; 2,011:1 ceo pay ratio; 7% of shares (passive BlackRock/Vanguard/Dimensional/Wellington: 41%; 71% board influenceAudit Committee Chair (which net 20 times last year) and Lead independent Director Noel Spiegel is 77 and over a decade of serviceNominating chair Janice Page is 76 and has served for over 2 decadesCompensation Committee chair has served for nearly 2 decadesUber's Sexual Assault Problem AND Uber beats on revenue, announces $20 billion stock buybackA recent New York Times investigation revealed that Uber has been dealing with a significant sexual assault problem. From 2017 to 2022, the company received over 400,000 reports of sexual assault or misconduct in the United States, which averages to about one incident every eight minutes.The investigation, based on thousands of internal documents, found that while Uber studied the issue and even developed potential safety features like in-car cameras and a feature to match female drivers with female passengers, the company chose not to implement these safeguards because they were concerned about their bottom line and potential lawsuits.Tesla Grants Musk $29 Billion in Stock to Keep ‘Elon's Energies Focused' AND Elon Musk Accused of Stiffing Small Businesses for Millions of Dollars, Causing Some to File for Bankruptcy AND Elon Musk Shares Shockingly Sexist Tweet About Woman Being Property. This one's disgraceful, even for Musk AND "This Will Open the Floodgates": Tesla In Trouble as Jury Orders It to Pay $329 Million After Autopilot Death AND Tesla withheld data, lied, and misdirected police and plaintiffs to avoid blame in Autopilot crash AND Elon Musk Appears to Now Be the Most Hated Person in America, According to New ResearchGoodliest of the Week (MM/DR):DR: Waste from Ben & Jerry's ice cream factories is now powering the Vermont gridNow that the ice cream waste can travel by pipe to become biogas, Ben & Jerry's can also make 600 fewer truck journeys a year, reducing the company's carbon emissions.DR: Gates Foundation is giving $2.5 billion to fund women's health research MM: Musk, Bezos, and Zuck are going full alpha male. America's girlbosses are fed up.When companies won't offer work-from-home policies or the flexibility that working parents need, it can embolden people to become more entrepreneurial and build under their own terms.This is the greatest backlash - if every woman in a “masculine default”, “founder mode” 13 year old man baby culture where “Jamie Dimon says” and John Stankey (see assholiest) says “maybe you don't fit” goes and founds there own firms, I'm giddy to see them wipe the floor with those smug billionaire assholes. Side note - I missed this quote from January FT article in the post-Zuck-on-Rogan “masculine energy” interview, but it would have been assholiest of the decade:“I feel liberated,” said a top banker. “We can say ‘retard' and ‘pussy' without the fear of getting cancelled . . . it's a new dawn.”MM: In that vein - A long-running anti-DEI lawsuit could help companies defend themselves from reverse-racism claims DR MMHello Alice as goodliest of the week - take down that fucknut Stephen Miller and his fake Nazi manboys.Assholiest of the Week (MM):Alex Karp and the men who go to elite universities and say elite universities are bullshit manbabiesPalantir CEO says working at his $430 billion software company is better than a degree from Harvard or Yale: ‘No one cares about the other stuff'Karp went to Haverford, then Stanford for a JD where he met Peter Thiel (who also doesn't like elite education)This past spring, the company also notably established the Meritocracy Fellowship, a four-month, paid internship for high school graduates who may be having second thoughts about higher education. Program admission is solely based on “merit and academic excellence,” but applicants still need Ivy League-level test scores to qualify. This includes at least a 1460 on the SAT or a 33 on the ACT, which are both above their respective 98th percentiles.According to Karp, the internship was created in direct response to the “shortcomings of university admissions.”Here's the problem: there ARE shortcomings to elite colleges, mostly that they exude exclusivism and a commodity - but it's still a pretty rich for a guy who WENT to Stanford where he met his future funder and mentor to talk about how bullshit it wasJohn Stankey and the re-rise of the Jack Welch man-directive manbabies MMIt is incredibly encouraging that 73% of our employees took the time to respond to the survey, with 79% of those respondents feeling committed and engaged with their work at AT&T. While this is reassuring, especially considering the amount of change we've navigated as a company recently, it wasn't a surprise to me that we fell short of our engagement goal.TRANSLATION: I'm not surprised so many of you think we suck, I've been here 5 years as CEO and I'm not awesome at my job… but hold your breath while I tell you how it's your faultThis note may also help you identify areas where your professional expectations might be misaligned with the strategic direction of this company.TRANSLATION: It's your faultI understand that some of you may have started your tour with this company expecting an "employment deal" rooted in loyalty, tenure, and conformance with the associated compensation, work structure, and benefits. We have consciously shifted away from some of these elements and towards a more market-based culture — focused on rewarding capability, contribution, and commitment.TRANSLATION: Fuck your job, this is a meritocracy now. A manly meritocracy.I understand that many may find the demands of your daily lives challenging and difficult. Elder care, job stress, child rearing challenges, economic uncertainty, community unrest, technology anxiety — the list can get long…We run a dynamic, customer-facing business, tackling large-scale, challenging initiatives. If the requirements dictated by this dynamic do not align to your personal desires, you have every right to find a career opportunity that is suitable to your aspirations and needs. That said, if a self-directed, virtual, or hybrid work schedule is essential for you to manage your career aspirations and life challenges, you will have a difficult time aligning your priorities with those of the company and the culture we aim to establish.TRANSLATION: We know your life is hard, but shut the fuck up about it because I don't care.WHERE THE FUCK IS THIS BOARD?Here are the “go hard or go home” board membersBill Kennard, lead "independent" director connected in 13 loops to other directors, been there for 11 years, who got his undergrad in communications from Stanford and worked at the FCC and was an ambassador - proving once again that “communications” isn't a qualification for communicating?Marissa Mayer - maybe this business thing isn't for you? Mike Mcallister, ex Humana CEO, who was investigated for duping elderly into thinking Obamacare's passage would cut Medicare?Scott Ford, who lead the biggest landline company before pivoting to selling coffee, as your bright star into the future of tech?That's where the board is - unqualified for the moment, highly interconnected, with long careers of average performanceLuis von Ahn and the tech bro “sorry, not sorry” we were just “being edgy” no but seriously I know what's best for you secretly manbabiesDuolingo's CEO says he learned a hard lesson about 'edgy posts' and going viralFirst, says Duolingo, the app for learning languages, would be “AI-first”Then says they're not hiring anymore as long as it can be done by AIThen says schools will really just be childcare with AI teachers, and teachers will just “take care of the children” and you need schools for the “childcare”In his apology, he said sorry for being “edgy”Yes, it was the edginess, not the assholeryIf you want to quickly identify a manbaby, it's easy: first they “say” something they really think, then their apology basically is “sorry you didn't get it, I won't say it again”Headliniest of the WeekDR: Shareholders Judge Directors by Their Faces, Study FindsMM: Trump calls for Intel CEO to 'resign immediately'More ESG analysis:Boeing's ex-CFOBlackRock's ex founderThe former CEO at Jack Dorsey's SquareA partner at SequoiaA Princeton professorThe former CEO of HPThe chair who's a VC and has been there since 2009Who Won the Week?DR: Boston Mayor Michelle Wu for calling out the billionaire Kraft family regarding the new stadium proposed for the New England Revolution: “We haven't asked for anything out of the ordinary for any significant development, much less a mega-development like this one … To this day, the Kraft Group has provided the city no meaningful technical information … What we've heard has stayed at a conceptual level that is insufficient for any serious negotiation.Citing the proposed figure of $750,000 that the Kraft Group would pay to Boston as a mitigation fee, Wu said, “It is an unserious proposal … the figure is “just 1.1 percent of the $68 million mitigation package that was paid for the Everett casino project right nearby years ago.”Wu, who as the incumbent is also campaigning against Josh Kraft (son of Revolution owner Robert Kraft) in Boston's mayoral race, didn't miss a chance to land a political dig at her opponent: Referencing the proposed mitigation fee, she said that “$750,000 is just one-and-a-half month's of a billionaire son's allowance. It is nowhere near the scale of what we need to address the plans that have already been laid out by our residents, with our traffic engineers, with the coordination of the entire region.”MM: Jamie Smith at EY for writing the only other 2025 US proxy review that included a whole section on director votesPredictionsDR: Trump tries to fit into a pair of Sydney Sweeney's jeans (re: the OJ glove) to prove he did not know Epstein. The American Eagle stock surgesMM: Duolingo releases a new language choice, “Manbro”, in which it teaches how to apologize, how to be more intense, and why you should bow to your AI overlords

Looking 4 Healing Radio with Elizabeth Joseph – Exploring the challenges of offering health advice to family members who may be resistant to change. Citing the American Psychological Association's research on reactance theory, Joseph explained how unsolicited advice often triggers defensive responses, especially when it involves deeply ingrained habits like diet and lifestyle...