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Umar Nurmagomedov is still in the bantamweight mix, but it feels like he's lost some of his luster. On Saturday, Nurmagomedov looks to make it three in a row since losing his bantamweight title shot to Merab Dvalishvili, taking on Song Yadong in the main event of UFC Shanghai. It's an opportunity for Nurmagomedov to earn a title shot and perhaps reclaim some of the aura that seems to have disappeared over the past year, but will he make a statement, or will Nurmagomedov continue to underwhelm? On the latest episode of No Bets Barred, host Jed Meshew flies solo as he dives into the full UFC Shanghai card. Topics discussed include whether or not Nurmagomedov will get his groove back, if Denise Gomes can keep her upset streak rolling, Kai Asakura's move to bantamweight, a pair of parlays, the latest on The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 163 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fun fact: Today's episode was delayed due to Tangletongue's external hard drive failing. Thankfully, the file she needed was recovered. The file needed was the Jinx Bleep. So that's how this episode goes.Book: Super Edition: SkyClan's DestinySupport us on Ko-fi! WCWITCast Ko-fiFollow us on BlueSky! WCWITCastFollow us on Instagram! WCWITCastCat Fact Sources: Today Is Monday, Which Means That Gandalf Gets To Lick a Graham Cracker | Know Your MemeIndoorOutdoorKat WebsiteIndoorOutdoorKat TikTokonly licks, no bites… (they aren't toxic to cats, but we don't underst... | cat | TikTokWoman Can't Believe Her Eyes After Urgent ‘Come Upstairs' Text From Fiancé - NewsweekMusic:Happy Boy End Theme Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/This transformative podcast work constitutes a fair-use of any copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the US copyright law. Warrior Cats: What is That? is not endorsed or supported by Harper Collins and/or Working Partners. All views are our own.
Umar Nurmagomedov is still in the bantamweight mix, but it feels like he's lost some of his luster. On Saturday, Nurmagomedov looks to make it three in a row since losing his bantamweight title shot to Merab Dvalishvili, taking on Song Yadong in the main event of UFC Shanghai. It's an opportunity for Nurmagomedov to earn a title shot and perhaps reclaim some of the aura that seems to have disappeared over the past year, but will he make a statement, or will Nurmagomedov continue to underwhelm? On the latest episode of No Bets Barred, host Jed Meshew flies solo as he dives into the full UFC Shanghai card. Topics discussed include whether or not Nurmagomedov will get his groove back, if Denise Gomes can keep her upset streak rolling, Kai Asakura's move to bantamweight, a pair of parlays, the latest on The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 163 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Umar Nurmagomedov is still in the bantamweight mix, but it feels like he's lost some of his luster. On Saturday, Nurmagomedov looks to make it three in a row since losing his bantamweight title shot to Merab Dvalishvili, taking on Song Yadong in the main event of UFC Shanghai. It's an opportunity for Nurmagomedov to earn a title shot and perhaps reclaim some of the aura that seems to have disappeared over the past year, but will he make a statement, or will Nurmagomedov continue to underwhelm? On the latest episode of No Bets Barred, host Jed Meshew flies solo as he dives into the full UFC Shanghai card. Topics discussed include whether or not Nurmagomedov will get his groove back, if Denise Gomes can keep her upset streak rolling, Kai Asakura's move to bantamweight, a pair of parlays, the latest on The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 163 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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The last Dutch GP went off with a bang.Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsThe 2026 Dutch Grand Prix gave us Max Verstappen in the wall, McLaren and Norris winning back-to-back races, yet more Ferrari shenanigans regarding team orders and pit calls...as well as some seriously dodgy yellow-flag penalties. Who won, lost or was just plain meh around Zandvoort's final lap?#f1 #formula1 #dutchgp #dutchgp2026 #f12026 #maxverstappen #landonorris #lewishamilton #zandvoort #f1news #f1analysis #f1winnersandlosersGet 15% off at the Castore Official website with my special link: https://glnk.io/ryj2p/lawrence #AdCastoreAffThe 2026 F1 Dutch Grand Prix WINNERS & LOSERShttps://youtu.be/p6GnG-cHKBM Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week on the show, Lina and I discuss how our 2026 Bucket Lists are going. Here's a link to the full bucket list that we shared in January. And here are the things we've done so far, that we mentioned in the show. See anything in the main hall of the Grand Rex (we saw Paul Simon)This is the biggest non-Imax movie screen in Europe, but they also host orchestra-led movie showings, concerts, and singalong musicals. Excellent atmosphere from the 2,000 strong crowd. Address: 1 Bd Poissonnière, 75002. Website. Climb the top of Notre DameI always wanted to climb this cathedral, and it's finally open to the public again after the fire. Address: 6 Parvis Notre-Dame - Pl. Jean-Paul II, 75004. Website. Have a cocktail at one of the world's best barsDanico has been rated among the top 30 bars on the planet, totally worth a look, and it's in a part of town full of cool things. Address: 6 Rue Vivienne, 75002. Website. Have absinthe at La fée verteThis place is the real deal, totally worth a look. Address: 108 Rue de la Roquette, 75011. Website. Visit the Cognacq-Jay museumWhile we have visited this 18th-century art collection from Ernest Cognacq, the founder of La Samaritaine department store, it's not our top choice for small museums in the area. Address: 8 Rue Elzevir, 75003. Website. Beef bar restaurantDisclaimer: We haven't visited this place in Paris yet, but its little sister in Gordes (Provence) was simply epic for a cocktail. Paris address: 5 Rue Marbeuf, 75008. Website. I personally am looking forward to seeing something at the Comedie Francaise, I'll do that soon. And in the meantime, I'll keep plugging away at my French book The Comte de Monte Cristo. The music in this episode is from Pres Maxson. This episode brought to you by The Earful Tower Tours. Come join us in the Marais, Montmartre, or the Latin Quarter. Our Walking Tours are exceptionally highly rated online and are the best way to experience this podcast in real life. The Earful Tower exists thanks to support from its members. For just $10 a month you can unlock almost endless extras including bonus podcast episodes, live video replays, special event invites, and our annually updated PDF guide to Paris. Membership takes only a minute to set up on Patreon, or Substack. Thank you for keeping this channel independent. For more from the Earful Tower, here are some handy links: Website Weekly newsletter Walking Tours
In a castle sunk so deep beneath the trees that no daylight has ever reached it, a man who has never seen the sun or heard a human voice starts climbing the one ruined tower that rises above the forest, having decided it is better to see the sky once and die than to live without ever seeing it at all.EPISODE BLOG PAGE (includes sources): https://weirddarkness.com/mitm-theoutsiderlovecraftSOURCES and RESOURCES: “The Outsider” by H.P. Lovecraft (Weird Tales in April 1926)WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2026, Weird Darkness.Midnight In The Macabre (MITM), originally aired: August 21, 2026LIKE WHAT YOU'RE HEARING? WEIRD DARKNESS posts episodes 7 DAYS A WEEK! Listen FREE wherever you get podcasts or visit https://weirddarkness.com/listen. • Paranormal • True Crime • Ghosts • UFOs • Cryptids • Unexplained • Want even more? Become an OFFICIAL WEIRDO for commercial-free episodes, bonus episodes, weeknight live chats, audiobooks & more at https://WeirdDarkness.com/OFFICIAL
I'm not convinced Williams kept their drivers on equal terms.Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsAlex Albon and Carlos Sainz are both staying at Williams for 2027, but look closer and these are two very different deals. The happy little double announcement isn't quite what it seems. These drivers are no longer the same. There is a number two driver, something which will really hit home come next season...how did we get here? One thing's for sure, Williams are in a weaker position now than they were two years ago. #f1 #carlossainz #alexalbon #formula1 #formulaone #f12026 #f1news #f1latest #williamsf1 #williamsracing #f1updates #f1teams #f1drivers #f1car #williams #f1drama #f1gossip Williams' Happy Story Doesn't Quite Add Uphttps://youtu.be/Dew-mTqedOo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Anthony Hernandez looks to get back on the winning track this weekend, but Gregory Rodrigues stands in his way. On Saturday, “Fluffy” returns to the cage for the first time since losing to Sean Strickland, looking to start another eight-fight win streak that might put him back in title contention. But “Robocop” has other ideas as the former BJJ world champion is finally making his own run up the 185-pound ladder. Can Hernandez stop Robocop's march to the title, or is he about to face the wrath of Rodrigues' own prime directives? On the latest episode of No Bets Barred, host Jed Meshew breaks down Hernandez vs. Rodrigues, plus the rest of the fights at UFC Sacramento, quickly talks about PFL Tampa and the retirement of Cris Cyborg, gives the latest steps for The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 162 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Billy Ward: @Psychoward586 Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Anthony Hernandez looks to get back on the winning track this weekend, but Gregory Rodrigues stands in his way. On Saturday, “Fluffy” returns to the cage for the first time since losing to Sean Strickland, looking to start another eight-fight win streak that might put him back in title contention. But “Robocop” has other ideas as the former BJJ world champion is finally making his own run up the 185-pound ladder. Can Hernandez stop Robocop's march to the title, or is he about to face the wrath of Rodrigues' own prime directives? On the latest episode of No Bets Barred, host Jed Meshew breaks down Hernandez vs. Rodrigues, plus the rest of the fights at UFC Sacramento, quickly talks about PFL Tampa and the retirement of Cris Cyborg, gives the latest steps for The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 162 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Billy Ward: @Psychoward586 Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Anthony Hernandez looks to get back on the winning track this weekend, but Gregory Rodrigues stands in his way. On Saturday, “Fluffy” returns to the cage for the first time since losing to Sean Strickland, looking to start another eight-fight win streak that might put him back in title contention. But “Robocop” has other ideas as the former BJJ world champion is finally making his own run up the 185-pound ladder. Can Hernandez stop Robocop's march to the title, or is he about to face the wrath of Rodrigues' own prime directives? On the latest episode of No Bets Barred, host Jed Meshew breaks down Hernandez vs. Rodrigues, plus the rest of the fights at UFC Sacramento, quickly talks about PFL Tampa and the retirement of Cris Cyborg, gives the latest steps for The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 162 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Billy Ward: @Psychoward586 Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Liam Lawson's back at Red Bull as Hadjar misses Zandvoort...but this driver reshuffle says far more about Red Bull than you think!Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsIsack Hadjar's "wrist injurty" has unexpectedly sent Liam Lawson back to Red Bull and Yuki Tsunoda back to Racing Bulls. At the same circuit where Lawson made his F1 debut in 2023...in similar circumstances! Beyond the ridiculous coincidence though, this weekend could tell us a lot about how Red Bull now handles its drivers in such scenarios. There's also the uncomfortable advantage of Red Bull owning two teams being put on full display for its critics. For me? This is NOT redemeption for either Liam or Yuki, but simply a chance to help their teams out in their own F1 battles.Red Bull Brings Lawson Back Without Dropping Anyonehttps://youtu.be/Ir4VQLPdxp8 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Every new challenge has a way of looking like a mountain — too steep, too large, too dangerous to imagine actually reaching the top of. A broken relationship, a health crisis, a stressful work situation: whatever form the mountain takes in your life right now, the instinct to stand at the base and feel overwhelmed is entirely human. The Israelites felt it when they stood at the edge of the Promised Land. Most of the spies looked at the same land Caleb looked at and came back convinced they could not do it. Caleb saw the same obstacles. He did not pretend the giants were small. But he chose to believe that God was bigger than the mountain, and that wholehearted trust in God was the only reasonable response to what they were facing. Numbers 14:24 records God's response to that kind of faith: He called Caleb a man with a different spirit, and He promised that Caleb would enter and inherit the land. That same invitation is extended to every believer facing a mountain today. Following God wholeheartedly means stopping focusing on the size of the challenge and starting to focus on the unlimited power of the God who is leading the climb. It means taking the first step even when afraid. And it means understanding that your faith in the face of giant obstacles is never just for you — it leaves a legacy for everyone watching, building their courage to face their own mountains when the time comes. Today's Bible Verse "But because my servant Caleb has a different spirit and follows me wholeheartedly, I will bring him into the land he went to, and his descendants will inherit it."— Numbers 14:24, NIV Ponder Today A different spirit sees the same obstacles through the eyes of faith. Caleb did not deny the giants were real. He simply chose to believe God was bigger. That choice — not the absence of fear, but the presence of trust — is what set him apart. Wholehearted following means going all in, not giving God half your trust while keeping the other half in your own strength. Caleb did not hedge. He committed completely. That kind of faith is what God honors and what opens the door to the inheritance He has prepared. Remember how God has helped you before. The same God who met your needs in past challenges is the God climbing this mountain with you now. His track record of faithfulness is the foundation for trust in the present moment. You do not need to know how you will reach the summit — you only need to trust the Guide. Taking the first step in faith, without a clear view of what comes next, is often the most important step in the entire climb. Your faith in the face of giant obstacles leaves a legacy for others. The people watching you climb your mountain with confidence in God are having their own faith built. Your obedience is never just about you. A Prayer for You Today Dear God, I am facing a challenge right now that makes me feel like I am standing at the base of a mountain. The path ahead seems steep and the challenge feels enormous. But I do not want to live with a spirit of fear or doubt. I want to have a different spirit, just like Caleb did. So I choose to follow You wholeheartedly. Fight anxiety for me and guide me up this mountain with faith. Remind me of Your past faithfulness whenever I start to give in to fear or doubt. You are the Creator of the mountains, and nothing I face is too hard for You to help me overcome. Give me the courage to look past the mountain of my challenge and fix my eyes on Your unlimited strength. I believe You are walking with me through every single step of this climb. Use this season to grow my faith and let it inspire the people around me. In Jesus' name, Amen. Want More?
Building AI tools that replace one-size-fits-all personality tests with real career plans is what got Corey Kossack into K12 education. He's the founder and CEO of Orchard, an AI-powered career counseling platform for schools, and Aspireship, an employee upskilling platform — work born from watching his own father cycle in and out of a job he hated for years. Kossack has spent his career helping people who want to help themselves climb toward ambitious goals, and Orchard is the result: an AI career counselor named Orchie, paired with real interviews from working professionals across hundreds of occupations. For Ruckus Makers wrestling with overworked counselors and an outdated career-readiness playbook, that's the credential that matters. Most schools still run career readiness on a conveyor belt: next grade, next test, college, then hope for the best. Corey Kossack argues that model was built for a workforce AI has already started dismantling — and he's built a system for what comes after it. This is the episode for any Ruckus Maker rethinking what career readiness actually means right now.
Break through plateaus, stay consistent, and make every session count with a free 14-day trial of Intentional Climber. https://www.thestruggleclimbingshow.com/intentional Join the email list to get a FREE private finger training clinic with Dr. Tyler Nelson (normally $15) www.thestruggleclimbingshow.com/strong Support the Show on Patreon Get access to all Pro Clinics, bonus episodes, and more. https://www.patreon.com/thestruggleclimbingshow - Pro climber, mindset coach, and badass mom, Hazel Findlay, is back to discuss: Her recent 5.14R trad ascent How to care about a goal without losing oneself in the process Pushing to the edge of what was healthy Is projecting “fun”? Her emotional low point and what turned it around How her friends helped her to send The highs, lows, and "what's nexts" after the send Sign up for the Strong Mind newsletter and check out their other free resources at https://www.strongmindclimbing.com/ Check out the Strong Mind YT channel: https://www.youtube.com/@StrongMindClimbing - BIG THANKS TO THE AMAZING SPONSORS OF THE STRUGGLE WHO LOVE ROCK CLIMBING AS MUCH AS YOU DO: PhysiVantage: the official climbing-nutrition sponsor of The Struggle. Train harder, recover faster, and feel better than ever. I love all their stuff! Use code STRUGGLE15 at checkout for 15% off your full-priced nutrition order. Arc'teryx: Inspired by and tested in the Coast Mountains of BC, Arc'teryx makes gear to go the distance! If you're out adventuring in the elements, Arc'teryx has got you covered. Shop their full collection at Arcteryx.com Intentional Climber: Stop spinning your wheels. Start making real progress. Plan smarter, train harder, and stay consistent with world-class coaching plans, mindset tools, and powerful analytics built specifically for climbers. Download on Google Play or the App Store and use code STRUGGLE to unlock Kris Hampton's 6-week Stronger Fingers program. And check out ALL the show's awesome sponsors and exclusive deals at thestruggleclimbingshow.com/deals - Shoutout to Aiden Schlatter, Michael Martin, and Kent Olmstead for supporting at the Hero level on Patreon. So mega! - Here are some AI generated show notes (hopefully the robots got it right) 00:00 Hazel Returns and Big Send 03:51 Tea Talk Warmup 06:38 Route Name and Welsh Roots 11:38 E Grades and Risk Explained 14:23 Postpartum Performance Context 18:23 Motivation and Finding Your Why 24:18 Sponsors and App Updates 28:08 Goals Without Obsession 32:48 Costs Boundaries and Motherhood 36:56 Project Life Balance 39:18 Progress And Pressure 41:48 Training App Break 43:40 Projecting Fun Debate 47:09 Weather And Low Points 49:47 Route Beta Breakdown 54:04 Send Day Story 58:39 Mindset And Trying Hard 01:02:37 After The Send 01:09:45 Strong Mind Resources 01:11:20 Bonus Episode Pitch 01:14:02 Host Training Update 01:17:30 Final Thanks And Wrap - Follow along on Instagram @thestruggleclimbingshow and YouTube /@thestruggleclimbingshow - The Struggle is carbon-neutral in partnership with The Honnold Foundation, whose mission is to promote solar energy for a more equitable world. - This show is produced and hosted by Ryan Devlin, and edited by Glen Walker. The Struggle is a proud member of the Plug Tone Audio Collective, a diverse group of the best, most impactful podcasts in the outdoor industry. - The struggle makes us stronger! I hope your training and climbing are going great. - And now here are some buzzwords to help the almighty algorithm get this show in front of people who love to climb: rock climbing, rock climber, climbing, climber, bouldering, sport climbing, gym climbing, how to rock climb, donuts are amazing. Okay, whew, that's done. But hey, if you're a human that's actually reading this, and if you love this show (and love to climb) would you think about sharing this episode with a climber friend of yours? And shout it out on your socials? I'll send you a sticker for doing it. Just shoot me a message on IG – thanks so much!
A wristed development for Zandvoort and F1's return to 2026 racing.Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsRed Bull reportedly want Max Verstappen for even longer, but Zandvoort arrives with an unpredictable RB22 as well as a resurgent McLaren and Mercedes still dominating qualifying. On top of that, the team has got a potential reshuffle in the works regarding the absence of Isack Hadjar. What a way to return to Formula 1 action, eh?#f1 #formula1 #f12026 #dutchgp #zandvoort #maxverstappen #redbullracing #landonorris #kimiantonelli #f1newsRed Bull Are Asking Max to Trust a Car I Don't, Here's my Dutch GP Top 5https://youtu.be/EYiq7F4w_kI Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What if the biggest thing holding back your climbing isn't finger strength, power endurance, body weight, age—or finding the perfect training program? What if the real limiter is much simpler: you're not consistently doing the things you already know you should be doing? In this new episode of the Training for Climbing Podcast, I dig into 9 powerful principles for behavior modification and self-mastery—and how they can help you train more consistently, improve your nutrition, manage your time, recover better, and become a stronger, more disciplined climber. We'll explore everything from questioning the stories you tell yourself and building an athlete identity, to embracing invisible progress, keeping promises to yourself, and making decisions based on principles rather than emotions. Because long-term success isn't about being perfectly motivated or discovering some secret training hack. It's about controlling the controllables, showing up, learning from failure, and repeatedly doing the small things that move you toward the athlete you want to become. If you want to climb harder—and become better at the game of life along the way—give this episode a listen.
Aston Martin, Honda and Adrian Newey could reshape the 2028 F1 driver market.Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsAston Martin's 2026 started terribly...but the turnaround has already been good enough to turn heads. Also, Adrian Newey has finally put the initial division aside and admitted both parties are working together closer than ever...and Hungary finally offered evidence that the development tools are beginning to work.Should this continue, Fernando Alonso could have a curious 2027 campaign...and also bring the entire Formula 1 market banging on his team's door. Could he and Lance Stroll survive that amount of interest?Aston Martin's Progress Could Shake Up the 2028 Markethttps://youtu.be/VJ79GXR5GPs#f1 #formula1 #astonmartin #fernandoalonso #lancestroll #adriannewey #hondaf1 #f12026 #f12027 #f12028 #f1news #f1latest #f1updates #f1drama #f1gossip Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
F1 driver sackings rarely start with the announcement...Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsF1 teams rarely announce a driver's seat is in danger...let's talk about it! Pierre Gasly was publicly backed before Red Bull dropped him and Alex Albon was suddenly being asked to “retain” a seat he already had. Nyck de Vries had Daniel Ricciardo waiting in the wings...as you can tell, Red Bull gave me plenty of material!Suffice to say, drivers have to focus not only on their own performance...but who is readily available within the wider Formula One space. The Warning Signs Before an F1 Driver Gets Sackedhttps://youtu.be/EYjII_z4F9c#f1 #formula1 #f1drivers #f1analysis #f1explained #f1sillyseason #redbullracing #motorsport Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022年3月云南贵州卷英语听力第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分,满分7.5分)听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的[A]、[B]、[C]三个选项中选出最佳选项,并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后,你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。1. What will the speakers probably do next?A. Tour Boston.B. Visit Caroline.C. Watch the news.2. What is Jim's suggestion about?A. Raising money.B. Hiring a lawyer.C. Calling a meeting.3. What is the woman going to do this weekend?A. Finish a report.B. Look after Bob.C. Climb a mountain.4. What does the man suggest the woman do?A. Find a full-time job.B. Study another subject.C. Go to evening classes.5.What is the man now?A. An online shop owner.B. A construction worker.C. A computer engineer.第二节(共15小题,每小题1.5分,满分22.5分)听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有2至4个小题,从题中所给的[A]、[B]、[C]三个选项中选出最佳选项,并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前,你将有5秒钟的时间阅读各个小题;听完后,各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间,每段对话或独白读两遍。听下面一段对话,回答第6和第7题。6. What does Miyako want to do?A. Make a call. B. Send a card. C. Hold a party.7.What is the man doing?A. Making an apology.B. Giving an explanation.C. Sharing an experience.听下面一段对话,回答第8至第10题。8. Where will Maria go the day after tomorrow?A. The London Zoo.B. The British Museum.C. The Tower of London.9. How many days will Maria stay in Oxford?A. One. B. Two. C. Three.10. Why will Maria go to Edinburgh?A. To do a study.B. To meet a friend.C. To see her sister.听下面一段对话,回答第11至第13题。11. What does the woman dislike?A. Fish. B. Vegetables. C. Fried chicken.12. What does the man find it hard to do?A. Make cakes and pies.B. Stop drinking coffee.C. Eat a lot of tomatoes.13. What are the speakers talking about?A. Doctor's advice to the man.B. What to eat for a good meal.C. The man's favorite dishes.听下面一段对话,回答第14至第17题。14. What is the relationship between the speakers?A. Old classmates. B. Neighbors. C. Fellow workers.15. Where are the speakers?A. At a hotel.B. At Betty's home.C. At the railway station.16. What is Jack doing?A. Working at a restaurant.B. Cooking in the kitchen.C. Buying food for dinner.17. What will Marc probably do?A. See a film. B. Go shopping. C. Visit an old town.听下面一段独白,回答第18至第20题。18. What does the speaker say about Castle Howard?A. It took its name from a film.B. It has been home to a family.C. It was once used for defence.19. What is special about the Walled Gardens?A. It's open every day of the year.B. It's the largest garden in England.C. It's planted with many kinds of roses.20. Who is probably the speaker?A. A tour guide.B. A gardener.C. A news reporter.参考答案1-5 BBCCA 6-10 ABCBC11-15 ABAAB 16-20 CCBCA录音原文Text 1M:You look happy, Alice. Any good news?W:Caroline has come back from Boston.M:Really? Shall we go and see her right now?W:That's what I'm here for.Text 2 W:What did Jim suggest at the meeting?M: He thought the company should have a full-time lawyer.W: I doubt we have the money for that.Text 3 M: If you are going mountain climbing this weekend, be prepared for some difficult conditions. The weather report says it will be windy.W: I know, Dad. Bob and I will be very careful. We won't do anything dangerous.Text 4W: I would like to study fashion design, but I can't afford it right now.M: I suppose you are talking about a full-time course. But you can take evening classes after work.W:Good idea.Text 5W: I heard that you used to be in the construction business.M:Yes. I spent 33 years on the job. I've been running an online clothes shop since last year.W:Wow, sounds like you never stop working.Text 6W: Oh no. I don't have Amanda's phone number.M:What's wrong, Miyako?W:Amanda said we should get together again and that I should call her. But I don't have her phone number.M: I see... Well, don't worry about it. For Americans, that's usually a friendly way to say goodbye. It's like when Americans say “Hello, how are you?”, but they don't want you to tell them how you are. It's just a friendly greeting.W: So saying “Let's get together sometime” is similar to that?M:Yeah, that's right.Text 7M:Maria, what do you want to see in London tomorrow?W:I'd like to go to the zoo tomorrow morning. And then, I'll go to the British Museum in the afternoon.M:Well, you know, there's a lot to see in the museum.W:Oh, yes, indeed. After that, I'd like to go to the Tower of London.M:But I don't think you have enough time. Probably you can go there the day after tomorrow.W:Okay, then. I just wanted to make the most of my stay in Britain. I'll stay in London for three days. And I'll go to Oxford to see a friend. That'll take me two days. I'll also go to Manchester and stay there for one day. That's what I planned.M:Your sister is studying in Edinburgh, right?W:Yes. That's why I'll stay there most of my days.Text 8M:The doctor just told me I have to be careful about things I eat.W: Like what?M:Well, for example, he told me to eat fish. No more hamburgers or fried chicken.W:Yuck, I hardly eat fish. I don't like it at all.M: I don't, either. He wants me to eat a lot of vegetables, too, especially green ones. But that's okay. I like them.W:Oh, vegetables. I often have carrots and tomatoes. They are my favorite.M: He also told me not to drink any coffee. That's difficult. I love my coffee in the morning.W: I know what you mean. I do, too. But I drink too much. Six or eight cups a day.Coffee with cake or pie after a good meal is...M:Cake or pie! The doctor said no to them, too.W: I almost always have them in my house. You know, I don't think I'd like your doctor very much.Text 9W:Marc, come on in.M:Hi, Betty. Haven't seen you for ages. How are you?W:Fine. It has been 10 years since we graduated, and you haven't changed much.Did you have any trouble getting here?M: No trouble at all. After checking in at the hotel by the train station, I followed the directions you texted me over the mobile phone.W:I'm glad you came over to see me and Jack.M: I miss both of you very much. How is Jack? Where is he?W:He's out shopping for our dinner tonight and will be back in a minute.M:Thank you for having me here at your home.W:What do you feel like doing while you're here?M:Well, I'd like to look at the historic buildings.W: No problem. We can show you around the old town. You know, Benjamin Franklin and the Liberty Bell, and some very good museums.M:That's great.W: By the way, the International House is running a really fine film program. Would you like to see it?M:Well, I'm just here for two days. I'm afraid I don't have time for films.Text 10 W:Hi, everyone. As we're waiting here, let me introduce Castle Howard to you.Castle Howard has become a popular tourist attraction in recent years. Though its name contains the word “castle”, it is not a true castle because it was never used for defense. Castle Howard is actually an English country house, it has been home to the Howard family for more than 300 years. Over the years, a number of films have been shot there. When you visit it tomorrow, you'll see many things. Perhaps there's too much to see, but make sure you don't miss these two things. First, the Walled Gardens. It is a group of three gardens.You can find 2,000 different types of roses there, almost all types of roses in England. The Walled Gardens is open every day of the year except Christmas.Second, the Woodland Garden. It is known for flowering plants, fruit trees and pathways through a wooded setting. In a word, Castle Howard is really beautiful. You could spend a whole day enjoying its beauty tomorrow.
Phil Perry takes a closer look at the Patriots' preseason opener and breaks down whose stock is up and whose is down. He dives into the rookies, Tommy DeVito, Andy Borregales, and plenty more in the latest edition of Stock Watch. 00:00 - Preseason stock watch 19:00 - How did the rookies look? 25:00 - 53-man roster breakdown
Carl Quintanilla, Morgan Brennan, and David Faber broke down the massive rally in memory stocks and the AI trade with the CEO of SanDisk; that stock is up more than 3,000% over the last full year of trading. The desk also hit shares of SpaceX, which continue to climb after rallying from their August lows. Also in the mix: the anchors highlighted a U.S. 30-year bond auction that came at the highest borrowing costs in 25 years. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Why is Sergio Perez's Cadillac contract so confusing?Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsLast year, Sergio Pérez joined Cadillac to help build its new Formula 1 team and publicly said he'd signed for two years...yet new reporting claims he's free for 2027, with Williams talks already being discussed and Cadillac reportedly considering its own alternatives. So what happened to that second year? #f1 #formula1 #checoperez #sergioperez #cadillacf1 #cadillac #williamsf1 #f1news #f12027 #f1drivermarket #f1transfers #valtteribottas #rafaelcamara Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
View This Week's Show NotesWe're back from one of the most bonkers trips of our lives. Juliet and I just finished hiking the Haute Route, the classic alpine traverse from Chamonix, France to Zermatt, Switzerland, roughly 90 miles over 10 days with our daughters Georgia and Caroline. Caroline's senior trip. Years of mental infiltration paid off.Neither of us trained specifically for it. I spent the spring managing a torn ACL and calf. I skipped the surgery because we had this trip on the calendar, and I wasn't willing to miss it. Somewhere around day eight or nine on the trail, my knee actually started to feel better. That's the thing about movement as medicine: there's no substitute for the reps.The trip had other highlights. We've been telling Georgia since she was three that we would someday find wild Edelweiss in the Alps. On day four, crossing one of the high passes, she spotted a patch. She actually cried. It was one of the best moments of my life.We also dig into the news that Thorne, one of the most trusted names in supplement quality, has been acquired by Procter & Gamble for $3.8 billion, and why this deal raises real questions worth watching.Then there's the Tour de France Femme and Kasia Niewiadoma's historic climb on Mont Ventoux: 5.3 watts per kilo for 55 minutes. We talk about the coverage problem, the naming problem, and why this race deserves far more than it's currently getting.We close out with GLP-1 Watch: new data on cancer risk reduction, dementia, addiction disorders, and which grocery category is taking the biggest hit. Spoiler: it's chips.New episodes of The Ready State Podcast drop every Thursday.What You'll Learn in This EpisodeWhat the Haute Route is and why it's one of the great alpine treks in the worldHow Kelly completed 10 days of hiking in Switzerland months after tearing his ACL and choosing not to have surgeryWhy going uphill is easy and the downhill will humble you, and what "tissue exposure" means for how you prepare for a big adventureThe story behind finding wild Edelweiss on a high alpine pass and why Georgia cried when she spotted itWhat Thorne's $3.8 billion acquisition by Procter & Gamble means for supplement quality, and what to actually watch forWhy Kasia Niewiadoma's 5.3 watts per kilo for 55 minutes on Mont Ventoux is one of the most extraordinary athletic performances in recent memoryWhat the current GLP-1 research shows about cancer risk, dementia, and addiction, and why all of it still needs to be taken with real cautionWhy where your GLP-1 is compounded matters and what the black market problem looks likeKey Highlights: (00:00) Welcome back to RECESS, and a recap of the hippo attack episode and puppet theater(01:30) Introducing the Haute Route: Chamonix to Zermatt, and how Caroline's senior trip idea came to be(02:22) The scale of the Swiss Alps: glaciers, wildflower valleys, and a moonscape where a glacier used to be(02:41) Meeting hikers at the mountain hut who ask "Have you been training for this?"(03:12) The bonkers 8-hour day: two 10,000-foot passes, extreme terrain, and extreme views(03:50) The $500 Edelweiss bounty, day four on the trail, and Georgia's emotional discovery(05:51) Fit but not prepared for the downhill: what tissue exposure means and why the kneecaps paid the price(06:07) Kelly's "sprain plus": tearing his ACL and calf in February and deciding to skip surgery for this trip(07:38) Working the plan: movement, swelling management, and a knee that improved over 10 days of hiking(09:45) The family dimension: hiking as a unit of four, bird launchers, and the mountain bike trike side trip(10:50) Thorne acquired by Procter & Gamble for $3.8 billion: what it means for supplement quality(12:12) Why NSF Certified for Sport matters and the precedent of P&G's 2012 New Chapter acquisition(14:28) Tour de France Femme: Kasia Niewiadoma's historic climb on Mont Ventoux(17:40) The coverage problem: Peacock picking up halfway, and why this race needs Phil Liggett on the mic(18:53) What 5.3 watts per kilo for 55 minutes actually means (and why you should try your local bike)(19:47) GLP-1 Watch: grocery data from 150,000 households, chips down 10%, and yogurt on the rise(24:18) GLP-1 and cancer: Penn Medicine study, breast cancer data, and why these are still observational studies(25:53) GLP-1 and dementia: 40–70% lower risk across large studies, and what the mechanisms might be(25:56) The caveats: observational data, socioeconomic skew, compounding quality, and the black market problem(26:32) GLP-1 and addiction: alcohol, cocaine, nicotine disorders, and rewiring the brain's reward center(28:20) What are we living for: Caroline's college move-in, the river trip, and whether Kelly needs an ACL for ski season
The top pound-for-pound fighter in the world is looking to make history this weekend. On Saturday, Islam Makhachev defends his welterweight title against Ian Machado Garry in the main event of UFC 330, and there's more than just a title defense on the line. Should he win, Makhachev will set the record for most consecutive wins in UFC history, and insert himself into the Greatest of All Time conversation. But will he? On the latest episode of No Bets Barred, host Jed Meshew is joined by The Action Network's Billy Ward to discuss just that topic. Jed and Billy also break down the rest of the fights on this week's card, including the co-main event title fight between Mackenzie Dern and Gillian Robertson, all the potential upsets on the prelims, the latest step in The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 161 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Billy Ward: @Psychoward586 Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The top pound-for-pound fighter in the world is looking to make history this weekend. On Saturday, Islam Makhachev defends his welterweight title against Ian Machado Garry in the main event of UFC 330, and there's more than just a title defense on the line. Should he win, Makhachev will set the record for most consecutive wins in UFC history, and insert himself into the Greatest of All Time conversation. But will he? On the latest episode of No Bets Barred, host Jed Meshew is joined by The Action Network's Billy Ward to discuss just that topic. Jed and Billy also break down the rest of the fights on this week's card, including the co-main event title fight between Mackenzie Dern and Gillian Robertson, all the potential upsets on the prelims, the latest step in The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 161 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Billy Ward: @Psychoward586 Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tony Hartl built a chain of tanning salons to 17 locations and 160 employees, sold it in a recession for tens of millions — and then took ten years off. Not to retire. To learn how to climb the mountain a second time without losing everything he lost the first time. The first climb: Planet Tan, built from a $10K loan when Tony was 26. He did every job and grew it to 17 salons before selling at 39. The cost showed up off the balance sheet — his marriage lasted seventeen months and change. Now he's building Undefeated Tribe and Crunch Fitness — 70-plus locations approaching 100, 3,500 employees, $200M-plus in revenue. He meditates every morning, cooks about 70% of his family's dinners, and almost never stays overnight on a business trip.Links: busyisbroken.com | scalingcoach.com/Q20Mentioned in this episode:PhD Research on CEOsQuick favor: I'm in the middle of my doctoral research, and I need CEOs Here's the question: is there a point where working more hours actually indicates a worse leader? Nobody has measured it. I'm measuring it. If you're a CEO or president with at least ten people in the business and three direct reports, it takes just a few minutes. And Your team answers a few anonymous questions. What you get back is a report comparing how you rate yourself to how your team rates you. That gap is usually the interesting part. ScalingCoach.com/study
The top pound-for-pound fighter in the world is looking to make history this weekend. On Saturday, Islam Makhachev defends his welterweight title against Ian Machado Garry in the main event of UFC 330, and there's more than just a title defense on the line. Should he win, Makhachev will set the record for most consecutive wins in UFC history, and insert himself into the Greatest of All Time conversation. But will he? On the latest episode of No Bets Barred, host Jed Meshew is joined by The Action Network's Billy Ward to discuss just that topic. Jed and Billy also break down the rest of the fights on this week's card, including the co-main event title fight between Mackenzie Dern and Gillian Robertson, all the potential upsets on the prelims, the latest step in The Climb, and more. Tune in for episode 161 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Follow Billy Ward: @Psychoward586 Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wall Street nears a record as AI stocks climb and inflation worries ease.
Credit card delinquencies are sitting at 13% so far this year. It's the highest national rate since the tail-end of the Great Recession. The aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, including high inflation and job uncertainty, is partially to blame. Also in this episode: Home equity lines of credit become more popular as traditional borrowing rates climb, small business owners are cautious but optimistic — and trying to hire — and Kyla Scanlon explains economic nihilism.Every story has an economic angle. Want some in your inbox? Subscribe to our daily or weekly newsletter.Marketplace is more than a radio show. Check out our original reporting and financial literacy content at marketplace.org — and consider making an investment in our future.Read the stories in today's episode:Younger consumers are turning to "little treats" in the face of economic nihilismWhy lines of credit have become a preferred piggy bank for homeownersCredit card delinquencies approach Great Recession levelsChina is shaping the technology of the future. Where does that leave the U.S.?Small business owners are feeling uncertain but optimistic
Credit card delinquencies are sitting at 13% so far this year. It's the highest national rate since the tail-end of the Great Recession. The aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, including high inflation and job uncertainty, is partially to blame. Also in this episode: Home equity lines of credit become more popular as traditional borrowing rates climb, small business owners are cautious but optimistic — and trying to hire — and Kyla Scanlon explains economic nihilism.Every story has an economic angle. Want some in your inbox? Subscribe to our daily or weekly newsletter.Marketplace is more than a radio show. Check out our original reporting and financial literacy content at marketplace.org — and consider making an investment in our future.Read the stories in today's episode:Younger consumers are turning to "little treats" in the face of economic nihilismWhy lines of credit have become a preferred piggy bank for homeownersCredit card delinquencies approach Great Recession levelsChina is shaping the technology of the future. Where does that leave the U.S.?Small business owners are feeling uncertain but optimistic
What does it take to build an ambitious career without losing sight of what matters most? In this episode, I'm joined by Betsy Hamm, former CEO of Duck Donuts and founder of Loud & Lifted. Betsy shares the unexpected career moves that took her from marketing iconic brands to leading a company through rapid growth, private equity, and international expansion. Along the way, she opens up about the invisible rules she had to rewrite, both at work and at home. If you're navigating a season of growth, leadership, or reinvention, this conversation offers a refreshing reminder that success doesn't have to come at the expense of your values. Show Highlights: How Betsy's career evolved from Hershey to Duck Donuts. [08:30] What it was like to help grow Duck Donuts from 20 to 200 locations. [26:10] Why she stepped into the CEO role during one of the most challenging seasons. [45:15] The pressure of leading through private equity, rapid growth, and COVID. [49:30] The invisible rules she had to let go of at home and at work. [1:00:20] Why delegating at home was harder than delegating at work. [1:02:15] What she learned about building the right leadership team. [1:10:30] How leaving the CEO role led to an unexpected new chapter. [1:20:45] The mission behind Loud & Lifted and creating spaces where women support women. [1:28:20] The legacy Betsy hopes to leave for her daughters. [1:40:15] Resources Mentioned: Learn more about Betsy Hamm: https://betsyhamm.com Listen to the Loud & Lifted Podcast: https://loudandliftedpodcast.com Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/betsyhamm/ To book an exploratory call and learn about coaching options: http://brilliant-balance.com/explore Join The Coaching Circle to apply what you learn on the podcast with structure & support: https://brilliant-balance.com/coachingcircle Subscribe for weekly content from Cherylanne straight to your inbox: https://brilliantbalance.substack.com/ Follow Cherylanne on Instagram: www.instagram.com/cskolnicki
Strong leaders know that facts alone rarely change minds. In this episode, Dean Newlund and Danny Bobrow explore why authentic connection comes before persuasion and how leaders can communicate in ways that earn trust, strengthen relationships, and inspire action. In this episode, Dean Newlund and Danny Bobrow discuss: Lessons from endurance sports and teamwork The Persuasion Blueprint framework Persuasion in digital and AI-assisted communication Building stronger relationships through emotional awareness Leadership communication during difficult conversations Key Takeaways: Begin difficult conversations by helping people feel understood before trying to convince them. Care and emotional attunement create the foundation for collaboration. Let enthusiasm grow by discovering what already motivates the other person instead of overwhelming them with your own excitement. In digital communication, take time to write thoughtful, respectful messages that provide context and show consideration. Before debating emotional issues, understand where someone is coming from instead of leading with facts alone. Use AI to support your thinking, but preserve authentic judgment and relationships where trust depends on your own words. "What people are really craving is to be understood, not to be impressed.” — Danny Bobrow About Danny Bobrow: Daniel A. “Danny” Bobrow is the creator of The Art of First Impressions™ and The Persuasion Blueprint™, communication mastery programs that help businesses build trust and drive ethical conversion. He is President of AIM Dental Marketing, which has helped grow dental practices since 1989, and serves as Executive Director of Climb for a Cause™ and The Smile Tree™. Danny is the Founding Executive Committee Chair of the American Academy for Oral Systemic Health and holds two MBAs from the University of Chicago and K.U.L. Belgium. A Distinguished Toastmaster, mediator, mountaineer, and endurance athlete, Danny champions patient persistence and respectful resilience. Connect with Danny Bobrow: Website: https://www.dannybobrow.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dannybobrow Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DanielABobrow/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danielabobrow See Dean's TedTalk “Why Business Needs Intuition” here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EEq9IYvgV7I Connect with Dean:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgqRK8GC8jBIFYPmECUCMkwWebsite: https://www.mfileadership.com/The Mission Statement E-Newsletter: https://www.mfileadership.com/blog/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deannewlund/X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/deannewlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MissionFacilitators/Email: dean.newlund@mfileadership.comPhone: 1-800-926-7370 Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.
Should you be a one trick to climb in League of Legends? And if so, how do you climb as one? Today we deep dive on the topic of one-tricking in solo queue.
I just got back from a family trip to Broken Bow, Oklahoma, and a steep trail climb to a cliff overlook taught me more about goal pursuit than most books ever will. When you are deep in the forest of your grind, every tree looks the same, every step feels pointless, and fatigue makes feelings start to masquerade as facts. In this episode, I break down why sticking with the climb is non-negotiable, why you need to make sure the view you are chasing is actually worth the sacrifice, and why there is never just one path to the top. I also share a moment on the way back down that reminded me why encouraging someone behind you on the trail might be the most fulfilling thing you do today. Key Takeaways When you are deep in the forest of a goal, everything looks the same. That sameness is not evidence of no progress. It is a sign you are still moving. Feelings are not facts. Fatigue and frustration are symptoms of the climb, not proof that the climb is wrong. The worst goal you can have is one you achieve and realize was never worth your time. Validate the destination before you commit to the ascent. There is never only one path to your goal. Your job is to find the route that matches your strengths, not to copy someone else's trail. You have been further down the path than someone else right now. Telling them they are closer than they think costs you nothing and changes everything for them. Action Steps Write down the goal you are currently grinding toward and honestly answer whether reaching it will make the sacrifices feel worth it. If you cannot answer yes with conviction, reassess the destination. Identify whether you are built for the long gradual grind or the short intense burst, then structure your current approach to match that strength instead of forcing a method that drains you. Find one person today who is earlier on the path you have already traveled and tell them specifically that they are closer than they think. Notable Quote Just because it looks the same doesn't mean it is the same. Just because you feel a certain type of way doesn't mean that's the fact of the situation. Feelings aren't facts. Keep climbing.
U.S. stocks edge down from their record highs after oil prices climb.
Episode 219: See Tom Run and Climb TALL BuildingMission Impossible: Ghost Protocol (2011)Welcome to another Not Funny Guys Presents Episode:News: 22:46Library: 54:28Main Episode: 57:55Next Week: Mission Impossible Rogue Nation (2015)Follow us, like us, comment, share and MORE!!!Questions?Follow us, like us, comment, share and MORE!!!Email us at: NotFunnyGuys.OffTheReels@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram: @not_funny_guys_presents Follow us on Twitter/X: @NotFunnyGuysPodFollow us on BlueSky: @The Not Funny Guys Follow us on TikTok: @nfg.offthereelsFollow us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NotFunnyGuysPodcastCheck it out!Acast: https://shows.acast.com/not-funny-guy-presents-off-the-reelsFind the episode here: Or on Spotify at: https://open.spotify.com/show/6feiDCgMNynJ8fd6la2zikOr on Apple Pods at: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/not-funny-guys-presents-off-the-reels/id1677589916Or wherever you get your podcasts.Please follow, like, share, and comment!Not Funny Guys! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Faith To Climb The Mountain - 07-12-26 -Pastor Michael Mulligns
Jen Wood comes to join us on the pod this week! Someone who used to compete on the World Cup boulder circuit with Aidan but they went in totally opposite directions at the end (not because of any personal beef I hasten to add) Jen has transformed herself via the most gruelling methods into one of the UKs top sport climbers. All that hard work culminated in sending Climb for Life (9a) in Sicily. We chatted about that, how she got there and I also asked her a bunch of questions about running which a more professional podcast might have warned her was coming. If you're enjoying the podcast and would like to support us please consider checking out our Patreon! It probably won't help you climb your projects but it might help release a tiny amount of feel good hormones that for a brief moment could make you almost feel like you have. https://www.patreon.com/user?u=70353823 Support the show
Today's guest wrote "The Climb." She also wrote "I Drive Your Truck," "Mine Would Be You," "Don't Think Jesus," and "Ain't No Love in Oklahoma." But her real story isn't the hits. It's the ten years before the first one, the five years after it when the phone stopped ringing, and what she figured out in between about how to actually last in this business.From a dropped record deal and years as what she calls a washed-up artist nobody would write with, to Song of the Year, a Grammy nomination, and a run of hits she wrote while raising three kids under three. She carries three things at once that almost no writer figures out how to hold together: a working method she can actually teach, a conviction that this is a calling and not a job, and a refusal to write the safe version of anything.And The Writer Is... Jessi Alexander!Hit subscribe and turn on notifications. Every week, we go deep with the most interesting creatives in music.Follow us on socials: @andthewriterisA special thank you to our sponsors for making these conversations possible.Our lead sponsor, NMPA — the National Music Publishers' Association. Your support means the world to us.0:00 Intro0:48 Her favorite non-songwriting songwriter trick1:54 "How do you make unavailable country men emotional?"5:33 The five songs on her Hall of Fame plaque11:07 Pool halls and stick shifts: "that color is what I draw from"12:42 The artist deal that fizzled — "I wasn't the artist type"13:31 No man's land: "no one took me seriously, I was a washed-up artist"14:01 The insane story behind writing The Climb: "just another damn day"20:11 Bud Light, a guitar pull, and a British director22:07 Being told The Climb would change her life "Sir, that doesnt happen to people like me"28:08 Nashville still said No30:38 Getting men to sing: long notes and the falsetto flip31:44 "What part of their tool belt have they not used?"34:32 The professor who told her to quit school36:18 Her album, the mergers, and Redneck Woman40:27 New mom: "they'll just put someone else in my spot"45:30 Good mom or good at work — never both46:16 2015 to 2020: "the water just turned off"48:23 Advice for the writer whose phone stopped ringing50:24 The song that rang every bell57:21 Concept-first or melody-first: "I'm the director"61:16 Songwriters own it. Screenwriters sell it.64:16 Imposter syndrome and the Billy Strings answer65:24 What makes Morgan Wallen great69:46 "I don't like to not know where all the bodies are buried"71:43 I Drive Your Truck (Crazy story)74:37 Her granddad's truck in the driveway75:44 "Call in the third. Call in the fourth. Call in the 10th."76:46 No #1 party until they found him80:36 The truck-song traffic jam they were worried sick about85:38 "Keep your head down." Still the only answer.Credits:Hosted by Ross GolanProduced by Joe London & Jad Saad Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
CLIMBers, we have an interview with A-List rock bass player Marco Mendoza (Thin Lizzy, Whitesnake, Blue Murder, Dead Daisies) that was supposed to drop today. Marco was setting out on tour with Adrian Vandenberg (Whitesnake, Vandenberg guitarist) and Vinnie Moore (UFO); unfortunately, Adrian fell ill with a bacterial infection, which forced him to postpone the tour...So we chose to keep the interview in the vault to drop it once the tour gets rebooked. Please pray and send some love to Adrian! Here's the breakdown of the Classic Episode we're putting out in its place: I keep hearing artists talk about choosing this streaming platform over that streaming platform because it "pays" better. There is no set streaming rate for any streaming service. What the hell does that mean? Today, we're going to dive into why Spotify pays the least per stream, but you'd better be on there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jeffrey Epstein used his friendship with Prince Andrew as a powerful form of social validation. Association with a senior member of the British royal family gave Epstein access to royal residences, aristocratic circles, prominent business figures and influential political contacts that would otherwise have been difficult to reach. Andrew's presence helped Epstein present himself not merely as a wealthy financier, but as someone accepted at the highest levels of society. Photographs, visits and introductions involving the prince strengthened Epstein's mystique and allowed him to convert royal proximity into greater credibility among people impressed by status and access.The relationship also appears to have been useful to Epstein because elite connections tended to reinforce one another. Once he could point to a genuine friendship with Prince Andrew, other powerful people had more reason to view him as legitimate, important and worth knowing. Epstein repeatedly built his reputation through borrowed prestige, surrounding himself with royalty, billionaires, academics and politicians and then using those relationships to attract still more influential contacts. Andrew was therefore more than a friend in Epstein's social world; he was an unusually valuable symbol of acceptance that helped Epstein climb further into circles where wealth, reputation and personal access could shield him from scrutiny.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.com
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For the very first time, the UFC is heading to Serbia. On Saturday, UFC Belgrade goes down at the Belgrade Arena in Belgrade, Serbia, headlined by a welterweight main event between Uros Medic and Daniel Rodriguez. But what's at stake between these two? This week, host Jed Meshew flies solo to break down the full UFC Belgrade card. Topics discussed include whether or not Rodriguez is getting overlooked against Medic, just how long Jan Blachowicz can keep getting away with this, a ton of debuting Serbian fighters, a few gems on the undercard, some PFL action, and the latest update on The Climb. Tune in for episode 160 of No Bets Barred. Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices