Podcasts about Competition

In this episode of Iron Culture, Eric Helms interviews WNBF Pro champions Eddie Saldana and Max Melchard, discussing their journeys in natural bodybuilding, the competitive mindset, and the culture of bodybuilding in Europe. They share insights on training, conditioning, and the importance of enjoying the process of bodybuilding. The conversation highlights the growth of natural bodybuilding and the unique challenges and experiences faced by competitors. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Champions  02:55 Eddie Saldana's Journey to the Top 06:00 Max Melchard's Competitive Spirit 08:57 The Importance of Passion in Bodybuilding 12:06 The Competitive Landscape of Bodybuilding 15:06 Personal Stories and Training Histories 18:00 The Evolution of Eddie and Max's Careers 20:48 Reflections on Competition and Personal Growth 29:44 The Journey of Competition 36:51 Building Confidence and Experience 43:41 The Natural Bodybuilding Culture in Europe 50:58 Life Beyond Bodybuilding 59:35 The Journey of Self-Improvement 01:01:38 Navigating Relationships During Prep 01:04:38 Future Competitive Plans and Off-Season Strategies 01:11:36 Balancing Family Life and Bodybuilding 01:19:31 The Impact of Parenthood on Competitive Sports 01:24:49 Looking Ahead: Goals and Aspirations

Since we're all just mammals at the end of the day, it makes perfect sense that the biological urges seen in nature can also be seen in the lifestyle, right? This time around, we discuss how male on male competition, biologically referred to as "sperm competition," can both help and hurt in a lifestyle dynamic. Plus, "Pubes Guy" fumbles the ball, just as Brenna was getting ready to go out with him.... Join us for an upcoming event, including our Wifey sponsored AVN event: https://members.frontporchswingers.com Get a free consultation to start looking and feeling your best in the new year! https://revitaglowmeds.com Try Shivers gummies and get 15% off your first order with code FPS at https://shivers.store Try Kasidie FREE for a month! Click on the Kasidie banner at https://frontporchswingers.com  

Apple will challenge the October decision by the UK’s Competition Appeal Tribunal over £1.5 billion fine, the Cyberspace Administration of China posted draft rules increasing regulations on AI products, and a Kapwing study claims 20% of YouTube videos shown to new users are “AI slop”. MP3 Please SUBSCRIBE HERE for free or get DTNS LiveContinue reading "Apple Challenges UK Competition Appeal Tribunal Fine – DTH"

Are we watching the rise of the greatest distance running teammate duo in history? Ethan Strand and Parker Wolfe are well on their way to grabbing that title, and their next stop is with Team USA for the World Cross Country Championships.Parker recently won his first professional national title at the 10,000m XC championship in December; Ethan won the 2,000m in electric fashion. Both runners are from the University of North Carolina and now run professionally for the Swoosh Track Club under coach Mike Smith.Ethan is the NCAA Men's Indoor 3000m record holder, having run a 7:30.15 back in 2024; his mile PR is also a sizzling 3:48.32. Parker won the 2024 5,000m Outdoor NCAA Championship, and ran his impressive 29:16 at the Glendoveer Golf Course in Portland recently to secure first in a competitive USATF championship field. Parker has PRs of 3:48 in the mile on the road, 3:34 in the 1500m, and 13:10 in the 5,000m. The boys are back to show how elite confidence is built, how teammates become rivals, and how records are meant to be broken.Tap into the Parker Wolfe/Ethan Strand Special.If you enjoy the podcast, please consider following us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and giving us a five-star review! I would also appreciate it if you share it with your friend who you think will benefit from it. Comment the word “PODCAST” below and I'll DM you a link to listen. If this episode blesses you, please share it with a friend!S H O W  N O T E S-The Run Down By The Running Effect (our new newsletter!): https://tinyurl.com/mr36s9rs-Our Website: https://therunningeffect.run  -THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClLcLIDAqmJBTHeyWJx_wFQ-My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠-Take our podcast survey: https://tinyurl.com/3ua62ffz

Two very different and almost identical travelers, David Abel and I. We both explore and breathe curiosity. David is demonstrably ambitious, I more demonstrably gestalt. His childhood Dickensian, mine bourgeois, yet each gave birth to a hunger for experience and a reasonably ambiguous approach to normal.Signposts in our conversation turned us toward learning we couldn't hold back our own tides, being told we were 'very average,' and the insight we each felt when we realized we couldn't remember the 'last time I had heard my footsteps.'Competition, grace, breathing, and the wonderful insight that the point of maximum fear is the point of minimum danger. Travel with us for a bit and put up your feet (then listen to your steps!)Never know what's going to show up when you click 'record'!

In this episode of the We LOVE Arabian Horses Podcast, we sit down with Brooke Landon of Landon Equestrian for a thoughtful, candid conversation about the future of the Arabian horse, seen through a younger lens.Fresh off competing at the Team Penning & Ranch Sorting World Championships, Brooke shares what stood out most, from massive entry numbers and multi-round eliminations to the power of objective, time-based competition. She explains why discipline-based events attract riders of all ages, how cost and accessibility influence participation, and why these formats create opportunity for horses that may not fit a single traditional show-ring mold.The conversation expands into youth engagement, social media storytelling, marketing lessons from other breeds, and the importance of making young riders feel seen, supported, and valued. Brooke also offers honest insight into breeding decisions, rider accountability, and what it will take to keep the Arabian horse relevant, competitive, and growing in the years ahead.This episode is a must-listen for breeders, trainers, youth parents, and anyone thinking seriously about the long-term health and evolution of the Arabian horse community.

As 2025 wraps up, Scott Molchan shares four key areas for landscaping business owners to focus on for a stronger, more profitable new year. This episode isn't about theory—it's a practical guide to get you ahead of the competition.   If you feel like you're staying busy but not making real money, this is for you. Scott breaks down why you need to stop guessing and truly learn your numbers to price jobs correctly. You'll also learn the importance of tracking a few simple KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) like your closing rate and average job size, why studying sales is a non-negotiable skill, and how to start building simple systems that actually reduce stress and fix what's broken in your business.   This episode is a thank you to our listeners and an invitation to help shape the future of the show. If you're ready to stop spinning your wheels and make meaningful changes in 2026, this is your starting point.  

In this episode, I break down one of the most damaging myths in modern dog training, the idea that all resource guarding is caused by Fear.I explain why this “fear-only” narrative collapses the moment you look at real behavior, and how it leads trainers and owners to misdiagnose dogs every day.I go into the difference between fear-based guarding and competitive, status-driven guarding… and why confusing the two creates bigger, long-term problems!If you want a clear, functional understanding of resource guarding, without ideology, this episode is for you.

Stewart McGregor emailed me about his retired parents, who now live inside Hot Springs Village. He saw my appeal for porches to prowl and volunteered his folks, Tom and Bethany McGregor. Tom and Bethany planned to retire to Hot Springs Village by buying their retirement home and renting it out. How did they know about Hot Springs Village? I’ll let Tom tell you. Enjoy! • Join Our Free Email Newsletter • Subscribe to Our YouTube Channel (click that bell icon, too) • Join Our Facebook Group • Support Our Sponsors (Click on the images below to visit their websites.) __________________________________________ __________________________________________ __________________________________________

On this episode of Bikinis After Babies, we are joined by IFBB Bikini Pro Laura Tarbell, who is a functional nutrition coach and prep coach who has been competing for 18 years!!  Laura is not only a mother to two sets of twins—yes, four kids—but she is also a magazine cover girl and contributing author at Strong Fitness Magazine.  After taking a break from the stage to start her family, Laura returned in 2017 and earned her pro card 3 years later at North Americans in 2020.   She achieved her first pro win at the Hurricane Pro this year and as an elite athlete in her 40s, she is living proof that your best chapters don't end—they evolve.  Laura is passionate about helping women reclaim their bodies, their confidence, and their ambition—especially in midlife—showing that motherhood, aging, and elite performance are not limitations, but fuel. Laura shares her inspiring journey from fitness model to competitive bikini competitor to coach, and how her challenges early on in her journey revealed the importance of functional health and nutrition for wellness and longevity in the sport.  Laura shares her tips and tricks for balancing family life and her competition endeavors as a professional athlete, the importance of setting boundaries and prioritizing self care as well as the role of peptides in supporting health and performance.  Laura's insights provide valuable guidance for women looking to reclaim their confidence and health in midlife.We hope that you enjoyed this episode and if so, we would LOVE it if you would rate, subscribe, and leave us reviews on how this podcast has helped you

Fluent Fiction - Swedish: Amidst Stockholm's Glow: Finding Friendship Beyond Competition Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2025-12-26-08-38-20-sv Story Transcript:Sv: Den snötäckta marken gnistrade under fötterna på Lukas och Kajsa när de klev ut på isen.En: The snow-covered ground sparkled under Lukas and Kajsa's feet as they stepped out onto the ice.Sv: Det var dagen efter julafton, och Kungsträdgårdens isbana i Stockholm glänste i ljuset av hundratals småjulkulor som dinglade från träden runtomkring.En: It was the day after Christmas Eve, and Kungsträdgården's rink in Stockholm shone with the light of hundreds of small Christmas ornaments dangling from the trees around.Sv: Familjer skrattade och barn stapplade runt på sina skridskor, ivriga att få njuta av vinterglädjen.En: Families laughed and children stumbled around on their skates, eager to enjoy the winter joys.Sv: Lukas och Kajsa hade varit vänner länge, men på senare tid hade en osynlig barriär uppstått mellan dem.En: Lukas and Kajsa had been friends for a long time, but lately an invisible barrier had formed between them.Sv: Lukas, alltid den tävlingsinriktade, hade svårt att inte mäta allting i prestationer, vilket satte press på deras vänskap.En: Lukas, always the competitive one, struggled not to measure everything in achievements, which put pressure on their friendship.Sv: Kajsa, med sitt lugn och sin eftertänksamhet, längtade efter att kunna njuta av julens lugn utan konkurrens.En: Kajsa, with her calm demeanor and thoughtfulness, longed to be able to enjoy the peace of Christmas without competition.Sv: De hasade runt på isen, tysta.En: They shuffled around on the ice, silent.Sv: Lukas kände att han måste bryta isen, inte bokstavligen, utan mellan dem.En: Lukas felt he needed to break the ice, not literally, but between them.Sv: "Kajsa," sade han försiktigt när de gled förbi ett par som tog en selfie framför ljusen.En: "Kajsa," he said cautiously as they glided past a couple taking a selfie in front of the lights.Sv: "Jag vill inte att vårt gräl förstör vår vänskap.En: "I don't want our quarrel to ruin our friendship.Sv: Jag.En: I'm...Sv: jag är rädd att förlora dig.En: I'm afraid of losing you."Sv: "Kajsa fortsatte att titta rakt fram, hennes ansikte dolt i halsduken.En: Kajsa continued to look straight ahead, her face hidden in her scarf.Sv: För en stund verkade hennes tystnad oändlig.En: For a moment her silence seemed endless.Sv: "Lukas," började hon, "Jag är trött på att alltid känna att det är en tävling.En: "Lukas," she began, "I'm tired of always feeling like it's a competition.Sv: Jag vill bara njuta av ögonblicket.En: I just want to enjoy the moment.Sv: Utan press.En: Without pressure."Sv: "Lukas tog ett djupt andetag, kände den kalla luften fylla hans lungor.En: Lukas took a deep breath, feeling the cold air fill his lungs.Sv: "Jag är ledsen, Kajsa.En: "I'm sorry, Kajsa.Sv: Jag förstår nu.En: I understand now.Sv: Allt handlar inte om att vinna.En: It's not all about winning."Sv: " Han tittade ner, skonöret hade gått upp.En: He looked down; his shoelace had come undone.Sv: Precis som hans emotionella skyddsmurar hade gjort.En: Just like his emotional defenses had.Sv: "Jag vill bara att vi ska ha det bra.En: "I just want us to be okay.Sv: Jag har varit dum.En: I've been foolish."Sv: "Kajsa stannade och vände sig mot honom.En: Kajsa stopped and turned to him.Sv: En mjukhet återvände till hennes ögon.En: A softness returned to her eyes.Sv: "Det är okej att vilja vinna, Lukas, men inte på bekostnad av vår vänskap.En: "It's okay to want to win, Lukas, but not at the expense of our friendship."Sv: " Hon log sakta.En: She smiled slowly.Sv: "Låt oss bara åka och ha kul idag.En: "Let's just skate and have fun today."Sv: "Lukas nickade, lättad.En: Lukas nodded, relieved.Sv: De började åka igen, denna gång sida vid sida.En: They started skating again, this time side by side.Sv: Den kalla vinden bet i deras kinder, men inombords kände de en värme av gemenskap.En: The cold wind bit at their cheeks, but inside they felt a warmth of togetherness.Sv: Tillsammans skrattade de när de snurrade runt på isen, utan någon tävling i sikte.En: They laughed together as they spun around on the ice, with no competition in sight.Sv: Samma kväll när ljusen från träden glittrade och snön mjukt föll mot marken, lovade Lukas sig själv att alltid prioritera deras vänskap.En: That same evening, as the lights from the trees glittered and the snow gently fell to the ground, Lukas promised himself to always prioritize their friendship.Sv: Han hade lärt sig att den riktiga styrkan låg i att visa sig sårbar och att lyssna.En: He had learned that real strength lay in showing vulnerability and listening.Sv: För därmed var de starkare tillsammans.En: For that made them stronger together. 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LikeFolio's Landon Swan shows what he considers eye-opening statistics for Netflix (NFLX) interest from consumers compared to its competition. His firm's data found that HBO Max, Disney Plus and Paramount+ are seeing more interest from viewers, despite Netflix's NFL Christmas Day slate and its move into more live events.======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Options involve risks and are not suitable for all investors. Before trading, read the Options Disclosure Document. http://bit.ly/2v9tH6DSubscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about

College football's signature event has seen a ratings dip in its second year of a newer 12-team format. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.

Douglas Blank from Festive Fright Lights joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to talk about the first annual holiday light competition. Festive Fright Lights lit up the Kewanee area this season with their first-ever community holiday light competition, drawing a strong response from residents. Homeowners competed in categories such as Most Festive, Best Traditional, Most Creative, and the ever-popular People's Choice, which was judged through community votes and a dedicated panel. This year's big winner, William Minton, dazzled with over 100,000 lights and took home both Most Festive and the People's Choice titles. Organizers say the event aims to revive and grow the tradition of festive decorations town-wide, and plans are already in motion to expand the contest next year with prolonged registration and potential new categories. Holiday lights shone bright in our first-ever community competition, as neighbors wowed judges and attendees with dazzling displays. Austin Pettis and family claimed Most Creative for their show at 11850 East 2450 Street, while Chris Lamb's classic arrangement at 615 Midland Drive took home Best Traditional. William Ornelas and family's spectacular setup at 1918 East Prospect Street earned both People's Choice and Most Festive. Each winner received a $100 gift card to a local restaurant and professional-grade Christmas lights, all courtesy of Festive Fright Lights.

Buzz on $10B Amazon OpenAI intensifies. Enterprise value soars. Competition drives excellence.Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiAI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchaferJoin my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustleSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Károly Póka, ancient technology researcher, sits down at CAMP to reveal the secrets of impossibly precise artifacts. Károly dives into how the ancient stone vases and Egypt's perfect boxes were truly made, and challenges the narrative that they were crafted by hand...WELCOME TO CAMP!

Streaming and media expert Dan Rayburn shares why investors should only care about the Warner Bros/Netflix/Paramount deal if it happens (0:40). NFL and NFLX; streaming and sports (11:00). Appropriate metrics to use in this space (18:40). Brand and revenue: Apple, Google, Amazon, Disney, Netflix (27:40). What is TV? (45:00)Show Notes:Netflix Is Still KingStreaming Media BlogRead our transcriptsFor full access to analyst ratings, stock and ETF quant scores, and dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions

We all know the true spirit of Christmas is about ruthless competition and holiday bragging rights! Which is why we sent Jose and Alexis to ask the competitive carolers... "whatcha doin' at the Christmas caroling competition?"See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Vikings lineman Jeremiah Sirles joins the show to breakdown the Vikings' ugly 16-13 win over the Giants and what J.J. McCarthy's latest injury signals for his development. The Purple Insider podcast is brought to you by FanDuel. Also, check out our sponsor HIMS at https://hims.com/purpleinsider Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

If I were to build a fitness coaching business from scratch in 2026 using everything I know about where the market is heading, this is exactly what I would do. We'll look at Alex Hormozi's value equation to frame this conversation, finding who would actually pay this much for this service, how to sell the vacation not the flight, and more!   Time Stamps:   (2:15) Team Off-Site and What I Learned (5:25) Alex Hormozi's Value Equation (7:29) Likelihood of Achievement And Doing It Yourself First (10:53) Decreasing Effort and Sacrifice (13:25) Pricing (14:27) Who The Hell Will Pay This Much? (16:49) Selling The Vacation Not The Flight (18:43) Data Problem over Discipline Problem ----------

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SUMMARY In this episode, Sensei Cole Stanley shares his journey in martial arts, focusing on Judo and its philosophical aspects. He discusses the importance of competition, the influence of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and the current state of Judo in the United States. Cole also highlights the significance of grassroots marketing for Judo and the opportunities available in martial arts. The conversation wraps up with insights from Cole's podcast, 'The Well-Rounded Grappler,' where he aims to spread knowledge and inspire others in the martial arts community. TAKEAWAYS Philosophy in martial arts is crucial for personal growth. Cole started Judo at 17 due to lack of wrestling options. Competition in Judo can be both beneficial and detrimental. Judo's marketing needs to focus on grassroots participation. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu has helped popularize grappling arts. The podcast aims to spread knowledge about martial arts. Opportunities arise when you ask and pursue your passions. Judo is for everyone, regardless of age or ability.   This episode is sponsored by Kataaro. Please check out their site at Kataaro Custom Martial Arts Products for your holiday gift giving needs. Be sure to check out their Martial Arts Belt Pagoda Display! And use the code WK10 to save 10% off your first order. And be sure to ask them about a wholesale account for school owners!   Join our EXCLUSIVE newsletter to get notified of each episode as it comes out! Subscribe — whistlekick Martial Arts Radio

The Resilient Jiu-Jitsu Journey with Professor Drew Vogel   In this episode of Ju Jitsu Mindset, host Pete Deeley welcomes Professor Drew Vogel to discuss the life-changing impact of Jiu-Jitsu. Drew shares personal anecdotes about his transition from smoking and unhealthy habits to focusing on Jiu-Jitsu, and how it reshaped his life's path. They explore the significance of self-defense as the foundation of Jiu-Jitsu, the role of competition in personal development, and memorable training experiences. Drew also narrates inspiring stories, like that of Joe's resilience in the face of a severe injury, showcasing the broader, holistic benefits of Jiu-Jitsu beyond just physical fitness. The episode underscores the importance of understanding personal goals and the transformative power of dedicated practice.   00:00 Introduction and Personal Update 00:45 Guest Introduction: Professor Drew Vogel 01:06 The Impact of Jiu-Jitsu on Life Choices 01:27 Early Martial Arts Journey 02:06 Transition to Jiu-Jitsu and Lifestyle Changes 02:50 Academic Pursuits and Career Possibilities 04:50 The Social and Physical Benefits of Jiu-Jitsu 05:27 Revealing True Character Through Jiu-Jitsu 12:42 The Role of Competition in Jiu-Jitsu 17:46 Memorable Training Experiences 22:59 Stories of Resilience and Overcoming Challenges 26:41 Teaching Philosophy and Frameworks 30:16 Closing Remarks and Contact Information

In this episode of Jiujitsu Mindsets, host Pete Deeley converses with Jim Dieckman about their shared experiences in jiujitsu, particularly focusing on how the art has influenced their lives both on and off the mats. The discussion spans various topics, including the challenges of being older practitioners, the importance of persistence, and the mental and physical benefits of jiujitsu. Jim shares anecdotes from his early years in the practice, including intense training and real-life challenge matches. Both men reflect on how jiujitsu impacts one's mindset and prepares individuals for life's pressures and difficulties. The episode also touches on the joy and challenges of being a grandfather, emphasizing the importance of balancing family life with personal passions.   00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates 01:27 Guest Introduction: Jim Dieckman 01:45 Impact of Jiujitsu on Life 06:52 Learning and Teaching Jiujitsu 11:36 Aging and Jiujitsu 16:34 Competition and Jiujitsu 18:53 Self-Defense and Jiujitsu 20:18 Memorable Jiujitsu Moments 21:51 Training in Beautiful St. George 24:06 Kung Fu Theater Saga 27:08 Positive Impacts of Jiujitsu 33:11 The Evolution of Jiujitsu Training 37:31 The Tortoise Approach to Jiujitsu 39:15 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Gymnast parents have been joining me for a FREE weekly webinar each week of December:  the FUELED Comp Season Series. Each Tuesday this month at noon MT, I'm covering a key topic your gymnast needs to navigate competition season successfully.  So today let's talk about Competition Nutrition Strategies from Level 5-10 and Elite gymnasts With the 2026 competition season upon us, we're going to focus on the varying needs for competition nutrition strategies for gymnastics at the different levels.Every new level brings with it new challenges and opportunities.It's easy to get distracted with things your gymnast doesn't need yet...Or spend years (and money!) on things that aren't what they really need in the long run. From marathon long meets, to weird session times, to nerves and pressure kicking in, there's a lot more than just gymnastics to navigate come competition time.Things you need to think about at every level of this sport:Lower Optionals: Random session times = tricky fueling plans, young bodies can't hang onto fuel as well as older gymnasts.Level 8s: Skills are more demanding, talent is no longer enough to get through the skills, mental blocks, and where we really start seeing the underfueling injuries.Level 9s: BIG skills, lot more unpredictability, long sessions due to uneven group sizes plus late session times, and long meet seasons if trying to make it to Westerns/Easterns.Level 10: Talented gymnasts who can truly optimize every aspect of their fueling, repair and recovery, how much farther can they push performance?Elites: Schedules and logistics, different times zones, looong warmups and competitions, often away from their parents for most of the day.Let's compare/contrast the challenges at each level with fueling, performance, staying healthy, etc.What kind of competition nutrition strategies does your athlete need at their current level of gymnastics? Listen in to today's episode to dial in before season starts. Links & Resources   Episode 72: Fueled Gymnast Fall-How to keep your gymnast from imploding this competition season Episode 168: What can parents *actually* control to help their gymnast crush it this competition season? The Balanced Gymnast® Program for level 5-10 female gymnasts Connect with Christina on Instagram @the.gymnast.nutritionist or christinaandersonrdn.com

GenAI is one of the fastest-growing consumer tools in history. But what have we learned about competitive dynamics in the industry? Economists Andrea Asoni and Matteo Foschi join Jaclyn Phillips and Lexi Michaud to discuss what early economic insights can help us understand about the risks and benefits posed by the growth of AI. Listen to this episode to learn more about how the development of AI impacts market development. With special guests:Andrea Asoni, Vice President, Charles River Associates and Matteo Foschi, Vice President, Charles River Associates Related Links: Contested ground: Early competition and market dynamics in generative AI Hosted by: Jaclyn Phillips, Proskauer Rose and Lexi Michaud, Fried Frank

The increasingly acrimonious U.S.-China relationship is the defining trend of this era, upending global politics, economics, and security, especially across the Global South. Countries that have worked hard from having to pick sides in this new competition, may longer have that luxury as this rivalry intensifies. Jane Perlez, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and a former longtime China correspondent for The New York Times, has been covering this story since the 1980s. Now, together with acclaimed Harvard University China scholar Rana Mitter, she's launched season 3 of her award-winning podcast Face Off: The U.S. vs. China, where they explore the key trends reshaping ties between these two powers. Jane joins Eric from Sydney to discuss the forces driving this rivalry: leadership personality, domestic pressure, technological competition, and the tightening link between geopolitics and economic strategy.

Grainne Griffin, Director of communications with the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission, with tips ahead of the final days of Christmas shopping.

Marie-José Pérec of France has cemented herself as one of the greatest athletes in Track & Field history. She is a 2x Olympic Champion and 2x World Champion over 400m. Her personal best of 48.25, set at the 1996 Olympics, made her the 3rd fastest women in history at that point. Additionally, not only was she the first athlete to ever defend their Olympic gold medal in the 400m after wins in 92 and 96, but she also completed the 200/400 double at the 1996 Games. But outside of sprint accolades, most people probably never realized she even competed in the 400mH, let alone was arguably a gold medal favorite at the 1995 World Championships.⁠--------------------------------------------Chapters:00:00 Intro01:36 400H/400 crossover talent03:40 Who is Marie-José Pérec?04:39 Pérec's 1989 400H Season05:23 Pérec's 1990-1994 Seasons06:20 1995 Return to 400H06:46 Landscape of 400H in 199507:30 Summer of 199508:40 Pérec versatility09:21 1995 World Champ Schedule10:35 Competition at 1995 World Champs11:26 The 400/400H Double13:27 Monaco 400H14:21 Post 1995 Career15:05 Pérec and McLaughlin-Levrone⁠--------------------------------------------

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A Note from James:One of my favorite conversations on this show was with Peter Thiel. Yes—PayPal, Facebook, Palantir, and a dozen other hits. I first ran this episode years ago, and the advice still holds up. The same stories, the same frameworks—and the same challenge to think from first principles. Here's Peter Thiel, one of the most influential entrepreneurs of our time. Episode Description:In this redux, James pressure-tests the core ideas from Peter Thiel's Zero to One—why competition is for losers, how real monopolies are built, and why starting “narrow” is often the only path to something huge. They cover Facebook's early moat (real identity), PayPal's network-effect wedge on eBay, and the “10x or nothing” bar for proprietary technology. Peter shares a contrarian read on bubbles, why biotech's slump may be opportunity, and how to hire, divide roles, and keep teams from fighting. The through-line: seek secrets, combine disciplines, and make something so different that it becomes its own category. What You'll Learn:How to pick markets the Zero to One way: start with a “small, winnable monopoly,” then expand in concentric circles. The four classic moats—and which to favor first: proprietary tech, network effects, economies of scale, and brand (with a bias toward real tech). A practical rule for virality vs. network effects: growth is a tactic; enduring value comes from the network that forms once users arrive. Team design that prevents internal warfare: make roles uniquely owned; if two people own the same thing, you're paying for a fight. How to hunt “secrets”: believe they exist, look where consensus is stale, and borrow from adjacent fields to see what specialists miss. Timestamped Chapters:[02:00] A Note from James — Why this conversation still ranks among the best. [03:00] Zero to One, in one line — “Do something new, different, fresh, strange.” [05:17] Competition vs. Capitalism — Why perfect competition kills profits; aim for uniqueness. [07:28] Facebook's original edge — Real identity as the breakthrough vs. MySpace's alt-persona culture. [09:14] Bits vs. Atoms — Stagnation outside software and how biology could become an information science. [12:05] Personality and perseverance — Why mild contrarian wiring helps founders ignore status games. [15:21] “10x or nothing” — The technology and/or experience must be an order of magnitude better. [17:00] Monopoly thinking, ethically done — Create abundance by creating something truly new. [23:30] The PayPal pre-history — Why long-running trust among teammates births more companies. [30:10] Early Facebook investment logic — College-only looked “small,” which was exactly the point. [32:03] Turning down $1B — The boardroom debate, optionality, and founder conviction. [36:23] Moats in practice — Picking the right advantage (and why brand alone is shaky). [37:06] Network effects ≠ virality — How value compounds after growth. [39:54] PayPal's wedge — eBay power-sellers and the $10 incentive as a growth accelerant. [41:22] Beware the “Chinese refrigerator” TAM slide — Start small, win big. [42:01] Uber vs. Airbnb — Investor bias and why some models get over- or undervalued. [44:18] Bubbles and the public — What changes across tech, housing, and today's “government bubble.” [48:00] War on cash & credit — Why Peter favors unlevered, opaque innovation over fixed income. [51:10] Biotech headwinds (and upside) — Regulation, Eroom's Law, and why sentiment can misprice breakthroughs. [53:50] Secrets — If you assume they exist, you'll be the one to find them. [57:56] Interdisciplinary bets — CS × biology; CS × transportation; why university silos miss the action. [59:51] Silicon Valley on HBO — The “Peter Gregory” caricature and what the show gets right. Additional Resources:Zero to One: Notes on Startups, or How to Build the Future (book) — Amazon hardcover. AmazonFounders Fund — Peter Thiel profile (bio & portfolio highlights). Founders Fund“PayPal Mafia” overview (alumni companies: YouTube, Yelp, LinkedIn, Tesla, SpaceX, Palantir, Yammer). WikipediaYahoo's 2006 $1B offer for Facebook (background reporting). Business InsiderEroom's Law (pharma R&D productivity; Nature Reviews Drug Discovery). NatureSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In 1881, after years of a Christmas card market dominated by wintry imports, the John Sands company launched a competition for Australian-themed designs, with the best and most popular artworks to be reproduced for sale to the public. Who would win? What did this contest and ongoing card mania mean for Australian cultural identity, women's employment, art and culture, education and industry – and for the authenticity of our creativity and communication?Bessie Rouse's scrap album, featuring early Christmas card designs:https://mhnsw.au/stories/general/bessie-rouses-scrap-album/It's easy to get a free trial that will give you access to ad-free, early and bonus episodes. Hit either of these links:Patreon: patreon.com/forgottenaustraliaApple: apple.co/forgottenaustraliaWant more original Australian true crime and history? Check out my books!They'll Never Hold Me:https://www.booktopia.com.au/they-ll-never-hold-me-michael-adams/book/9781923046474.htmlThe Murder Squad:https://www.booktopia.com.au/the-murder-squad-michael-adams/book/9781923046504.htmlHanging Ned Kelly:https://www.booktopia.com.au/hanging-ned-kelly-michael-adams/book/9781922992185.htmlAustralia's Sweetheart:https://www.booktopia.com.au/australia-s-sweetheart-michael-adams/book/9780733640292.html Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Rabea Berfelde discusses socialisation, its history and current socialisation movements. Future Histories LIVE. This episode is part of the ‘Future Histories LIVE' format. For this, individual episodes are recoded live – that is, in front of an audience – at irregular intervals. This episode was recorded on August 6th, during the 2025 Rethinking Economics Summer School Switzerland, titled “Economics as Resistance. Heterodox Strategies on Housing, Energy, and Agriculture against the New Right”. Shownotes Rabea at the Center for Social Critique of the Humboldt University Berlin: https://criticaltheoryinberlin.de/people/rabea-berfelde/ the Socialization in Theory and Practice research project: https://criticaltheoryinberlin.de/en/projects/socialization-in-theory-and-practice/ the 2025 Rethinking Economics Summer School Switzerland: https://resuso.ch/ Berfelde, R., & Möller, P. (2025). (Re)-Imagining Housing as an Infrastructure for Social Reproduction. In J. Groos & C. Sorg (Eds.), Creative Construction. Democratic Planning in the 21st Century and Beyond. Bristol University Press. https://bristoluniversitypress.co.uk/creative-construction Berfelde, R. et al. (2024). Für eine Linke mit Plan. Luxemburg. Gesellschaftsanalyse und Linke Praxis. 1/2024. https://zeitschrift-luxemburg.de/artikel/fuer-eine-linke-mit-plan/ Berfelde, R. & Heeg, S. (2024). Struggling with and through Knowledge Production: The Campaign ‘Expropriate Deutsche Wohnen & Co.'s' Attempt at Housing Definancialisation in Berlin. Critical Housing Analysis 11 (1): 105-114. https://www.housing-critical.com/home-page-1/struggling-with-and-through-knowledge-productio Berfelde, R., & Blumenfeld, J. (2024). Von der Vergesellschaftung zur Planung und wieder zurück: Über alte und neue Debatten um Wirtschaftsplanung und Vergesellschaftung. PROKLA. Zeitschrift für Kritische Sozialwissenschaft, 54 (215), 177–193. https://www.prokla.de/index.php/PROKLA/article/view/2119 Berfelde, R., & Möller, P. (2023). Radikaldemokratische Planung der Wohnraumversorgung? Das Vergesellschaftungskonzept von »Deutsche Wohnen & Co. enteignen«. PROKLA. Zeitschrift für Kritische Sozialwissenschaft, 53 (212), 561–577. https://www.prokla.de/index.php/PROKLA/article/view/2049 on the Bavarian Soviet/Council Republic: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bavarian_Soviet_Republic on the German revolution of 1918-19: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/German_revolution_of_1918%E2%80%931919 Backhaus, J., Chaloupek, G., & Frambach, H. A. (2019). The First Socialization Debate (1918) and Early Efforts Towards Socialization. Springer. https://www.springerprofessional.de/the-first-socialization-debate-1918-and-early-efforts-towards-so/16761374 on Otto Neurath: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Otto_Neurath Chaloupek, G. (2007). Otto Neurath's Concepts of Socialization and Economic Calculation and his Socialist Critics. In: Nemeth, E., Schmitz, S.W., Uebel, T.E. (eds.) Otto Neurath's Economics in Context. Vienna Circle Institute Yearbook, vol 13. Springer. https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-1-4020-6905-5_4 on Karl Korsch: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Karl_Korsch on Otto Bauer: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Otto_Bauer Meyer, N. (2023). Otto Bauer on the Long Transition to Socialism. Left Notes. https://www.left-notes.com/p/otto-bauer-long-transition-to-socialism on Karl Kautsky: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Karl_Kautsky Vrousalis, N. (2018). Council Democracy and the Socialisation Dilemma. In: Muldoon, J. (ed.) Council Democracy. Towards a Democratic Socialist Politics. Routledge. https://www.taylorfrancis.com/chapters/edit/10.4324/9781351205634-5/council-democracy-socialisation-dilemma-nicholas-vrousalis Blumenfeld, J. (2023). What was socialization? A look back. https://sfb294-eigentum.de/en/blog/what-was-socialization-a-look-back/ Critical Theory Network et al. (2024). 11 Theses on Socialisation. https://criticaltheoryinberlin.de/en/interventions/11-theses-on-socialisation/ Benanav, A. (2025). Beyond Capitalism – 1. New Left Review. 153 May-June 2025. https://newleftreview.org/issues/ii153/articles/aaron-benanav-beyond-capitalism-1 Benanav, A. (2025). Beyond Capitalism – 2. New Left Review. 154 July-August 2025. https://newleftreview.org/issues/ii154/articles/aaron-benanav-beyond-capitalism-2 Muldoon, J. (ed.) (2018). Council Democracy. Towards a Democratic Socialist Politics. Routledge. https://www.taylorfrancis.com/books/edit/10.4324/9781351205634/council-democracy-james-muldoon on Deutsche Wohnen & Co Enteignen (the Berlin Housing Campagin): https://dwenteignen.de/en Hoffrogge, R. (2024). Commons and Constitution: historical and legal roots of the German socialization movement: https://sfb294-eigentum.de/de/blog/commons-and-constitution-historical-and-legal-roots-of-the-german-socialization-movement/ for projects on socialization in different sectors see also: https://communia.de/en/ communia (2024). Socialising Energy. Lessons from radical housing campaigns in Germany. In: Buxton, N. (ed.) (2024). Energy, Power and Transition. Transnational Institute. https://www.tni.org/files/2024-03/State%20of%20Power%202024-web.pdf on the legal assessment of socialising the energy sector in Germany: https://communia.de/energiekonzerne-enteignen-das-geht/ article 15 in the constitution of Germany: https://www.gesetze-im-internet.de/gg/art_15.html for the draft of the socialisation law by the Berlin Housing Campaign see here: https://dwenteignen.de/en/material the Ackersyndikat: https://ackersyndikat.org/ RWE & Co Enteignen: https://rwe-enteignen.de/ Hamburg Enteignet: https://hamburg-enteignet.de/ the socialist calculation debate: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Socialist_calculation_debate the first socialisation conference 2022: https://communia.de/en/project/socialization-conference-october-2022/ the second socialisation conference 2024: https://communia.de/en/project/lets-socialize-socialization-for-climate-justice/ on anti-fascist economics: https://www.exploring-economics.org/en/discover/anti-fascist-economics/ Future Histories Episodes on Related Topics S03E29 | Nancy Fraser on Alternatives to Capitalism https://www.futurehistories.today/episoden-blog/s03/e29-nancy-fraser-on-alternatives-to-capitalism/ S03E19 | Wendy Brown on Socialist Governmentality https://www.futurehistories.today/episoden-blog/s03/e19-wendy-brown-on-socialist-governmentality/ S03E10 | Katharina Keil zu Vergesellschaftung und Transformation https://www.futurehistories.today/episoden-blog/s03/e10-katharina-keil-zu-vergesellschaftung-und-transformation/ S02E57 | Jenny Stupka zum Kampf um Vergesellschaftung https://www.futurehistories.today/episoden-blog/s02/e57-jenny-stupka-zum-kampf-um-vergesellschaftung/ S02E57 | Jenny Stupka zum Kampf um Vergesellschaftung https://www.futurehistories.today/episoden-blog/s02/e57-jenny-stupka-zum-kampf-um-vergesellschaftung/ S02E48 | Heide Lutosch, Christoph Sorg und Stefan Meretz zu Vergesellschaftung und demokratischer Planung https://www.futurehistories.today/episoden-blog/s02/e48-heide-lutosch-christoph-sorg-und-stefan-meretz-zu-vergesellschaftung-und-demokratischer-planung/ S02E29 | Max und Lemon von communia zu Vergesellschaftung und demokratischer Wirtschaft https://www.futurehistories.today/episoden-blog/s02/e29-max-und-lemon-von-communia-zu-vergesellschaftung-und-demokratischer-wirtschaft/ S02E23 | Nina Scholz zu den wunden Punkten von Google, Amazon, Deutsche Wohnen & Co. https://www.futurehistories.today/episoden-blog/s02/e23-nina-scholz-zu-den-wunden-punkten-von-google-amazon-deutsche-wohnen-co/ S03E32 | Jacob Blumenfeld on Climate Barbarism and Managing Decline https://www.futurehistories.today/episoden-blog/s03/e32-jacob-blumenfeld-on-climate-barbarism-and-managing-decline/   --- If you are interested in democratic economic planning, these resources might be of help: Democratic planning – an information website https://www.democratic-planning.com/ Sorg, C. & Groos, J. (eds.)(2025). Rethinking Economic Planning. Competition & Change Special Issue Volume 29 Issue 1. https://journals.sagepub.com/toc/ccha/29/1 Groos, J. & Sorg, C. (2025). Creative Construction - Democratic Planning in the 21st Century and Beyond. Bristol University Press. 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A theme that's dominated 2025 for me (and for many) has been price rises across many subscription-based platforms and services. My correspondence with companies has made clear that loyalty stands for very little. In fact, rather than being rewarded, longevity is increasingly exploited and monetised. In this episode of The Gentle Rebel Podcast, I share a year-in-review through the lens of price rises. The tipping point was an email from my podcast hosting company, Libsyn, announcing a 71 percent increase effective from January. It was the straw that broke this camel's back after a year of similar moves elsewhere. In the episode, I share exchanges with three companies that reveal how loyalty is no longer valued in itself, but engineered to extract profit from those of us who've become reliant on these platforms. https://youtu.be/qrmUSdGwcMs A Symptom of Enshittification Cory Doctorow describes the underlying trend as “Enshittification”, a form of platform decay visible in companies like Facebook, Amazon, Google, Apple, and Adobe. It's not a glitch, but a feature. Doctorow traces a familiar arc: platforms start by serving users well in order to grow. Once established, they pivot toward business customers, monetisation, and scale. Eventually, when users and businesses are sufficiently locked in, services are degraded for everyone so maximum value can be pulled out as quickly as possible. Disproportionate price rises are one symptom of this process, particularly in how companies treat long-standing customers. Lock-in is maintained through network effects (it's hard to leave when everyone else is still there), non-transferable data (your work can't easily be exported), and digital restrictions where purchases only function inside a single ecosystem. Music, books, films, and software are “owned” only as long as the platform allows it. In the name of convenience, we give ourselves over to these systems and become dependent on them. As the digital and physical worlds converge, this logic extends beyond apps and websites into cars, home devices, utilities, and infrastructure. At that point, this stops being a simple matter of consumer choice. Extraction is baked into the products themselves. We are quietly acclimatising to this new normal. It has crept in through corporate consolidation, weak enforcement of anti-trust legislation, and business models that no longer need to meaningfully consider customer relationships once a certain scale is reached. Abusing Trust, Need, and Loyalty Charlie Brooker has cited Enshittification as an influence on Common People, the opening episode of Black Mirror series seven. A couple sign up to a subscription-based medical intervention that escalates in cost, complexity, and dependency. Features are removed. Adverts are inserted. The stakes become existential. One particularly chilling moment sees Mike literally mutilating his own body for money via an OnlyFans-style platform, a stark symbolic image of how value is extracted from people once dependency is established. Price Rises for a “Valued Customer” Libsyn informed me they were raising the price of hosting A Quiet Night Inside No 9 by 71 percent. The justification was a familiar list of added features and growth opportunities, none of which were relevant to how we use the service. We don't want adverts or growth tools. We want reliable hosting and delivery. This exchange highlighted how much podcasting has changed since I joined Libsyn in 2009. Hosting platforms have increasingly positioned themselves as intermediaries between advertisers and podcasters. That relationship now takes precedence. Advertising is framed as a benefit to creators, while enabling hosts to raise prices and skim revenue from both usage fees and ad sales. Listeners, meanwhile, absorb longer ad breaks as the new normal. Is this stage two of Enshittification in the podcasting world? Note, I pledge never to put adverts on my audio podcasts. YouTube is the only exception, because Google inserts them regardless. ConvertKit and Paying for Features I Don't Want A similar logic played out with Kit, formerly ConvertKit. I chose it in 2016 because it was simple and reliable and have been a loyal user ever since. A price increase from $49 to $59 a month was justified by new automations and tools I didn't ask for or use. There is no way to opt out and pay less. The only concession offered was annual billing, which I pointed out mirrors poverty-tax logic: those without upfront capital pay more. Symptoms of a Failing Service Vimeo was the clearest example of platform decay from the inside. Storage rules changed midstream. Long-held assumptions were invalidated. Downgrading meant losing access to years of work. Retention efforts amounted to one-off discounts rather than meaningful alternatives. What stood out wasn't hostility, but indifference. Once a service reaches a certain size, individual relationships no longer seem to matter. Their response felt so extreme that I suspected deeper problems, which seemed to be confirmed when Bending Spoons acquired Vimeo in November. I'm glad I left when I did, though it's still inconvenient clearing up broken links and legacy embeds after fifteen years of use. WishList Member and a Different Choice Not all companies operate this way. WishList Member has honoured the price and feature set I signed up for over a decade ago. While new tiers exist, functionality hasn't been removed to force upgrades. This appears to be a deliberate choice, and it communicates something simple: long-term trust and loyalty matters more than short-term extraction. I’ll let you know if this situation changes… Growth Logic and the Limits of Choice It's tempting to frame all this as a moral failure, but it's structural. Growth-at-all-costs logic makes price rises, feature bloat, and lock-in almost inevitable. These companies aren't malfunctioning; they're functioning exactly as the system encourages them to. This also makes it risky to romanticise alternatives. Newer companies may simply be at an earlier stage of the same cycle. Google once promised “don't be evil”. Facebook positioned itself as a less invasive alternative to MySpace. Scale changes incentives. Meaningful change won’t come from individual consumer choices alone. Competition has been hollowed out, and escape routes are increasingly narrow. Doctorow provides a section of existing and potential solutions that can give us reasons for active hope. Have you felt the pinch of price hikes this year? Feel free to get in touch and share your experiences.

Pilar reads and gives feedback on the loglines that didn't make the top fifteen lists for the 2025 Logline Contest.

Pilar and Aadip read, evaluate and vote on feature and TV loglines sent in by listeners. Which ones will win and which ones will make the "bonkers" list?

Send us a textWatch the top MBA teams in the 2025 MBA Case Competition World Cup Finals go head-to-head in a live, high-pressure strategy showdown.Five finalist teams take on The Cava Challenge: build a 3–5 year growth strategy to scale Cava nationally — without sacrificing the flavor, quality, and culture that made the brand.You'll see:5-minute executive-style presentationsLive Q&A / defense under pressureHow employers evaluate structure, judgment, and communication in real timeWhether you're recruiting for consulting, strategy, or business roles, this episode is a front-row seat to what “top-tier” thinking looks like.Judging employers: Accenture • L.E.K. • Netflix • OC&C • Simon-Kucher • SlalomAdditional Resources:Learn more about running a case competition for your university or club (Career Services & Club Leaders only)Get your copy of Marc Cosentino's newest book: Case In Point - Case Competition: Creating Winning Strategy Presentations for Case Competitions and Job OffersPartner Links:Learn more about NordStellar's Threat Exposure Management Program; unlock 10% off with code SIMPLIFIED-10Listen to the Market Outsiders podcast, the new daily show with the Management Consulted teamConnect With Management Consulted Schedule free 15min consultation with the MC Team. Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and industry insights! Join an upcoming live event - case interviews demos, expert panels, and more. Email us (team@managementconsulted.com) with questions or feedback.

This week on Mega Dads Live we are gushing (blood) about the phenomenal Ghost of Yotei for the PlayStation 5

Since Novo Nordisk launched Wegovy in 2021, it has dominated the fast-growing market for slimming drugs. Now a new jab is eating into the Danish firm's success. Why a slang expert thinks the first word humans ever uttered may have been a profane one. And why British sheep have got happier. Listen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—Subscribe to Economist Podcasts+For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bob Zimmerman highlights a record-breaking year with over 300 global rocket launches, driven largely by private enterprise competition. He notes that Amazon was forced to contract SpaceX for satellite launches due to delays from rivals like Blue Origin and reports on safety concerns involving Russian launch pad negligence. 1955

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Is it time to dust off your AR for some competition? In this episode of Gun Talk Nation, host Ryan Gresham sits down with Chad Barber of the NRA's Competitive Shooting Division to talk about the launch of America's Rifle Challenge (ARC) — a new, accessible rifle competition designed to bring more people into the shooting sports.With under-100-round round counts, reduced-distance targets, support for pistol caliber carbines and rimfire, and options for indoor and outdoor ranges, ARC is built to be practical, inclusive, and fun.This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Range Ready Studios, Black Hills Ammunition, NRA ARC, and Tokarev USA.About Gun Talk NationGun Talk Media's Gun Talk Nation with Ryan Gresham is a weekly multi-platform podcast that offers a fresh look at all things firearms-related. Featuring notable guests and a lot of laughs. Gun Talk Nation is available as an audio podcast or in video format.For more content from Gun Talk Media, visit guntalk.com or subscribe on YouTube, Rumble, Facebook, Instagram, and X. Catch First Person Defender on the new Official FPD YouTube channel. Watch Gun Talk Nation on its new YouTube channel. Catch Gun Talk Hunt on the new dedicated YouTube Channel. Listen to all Gun Talk Podcasts with Spreaker, iHeart, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you find podcasts.Copyright ©2025 Freefire Media, LLCGun Talk Nation 12.18.25Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

From Rampage reflections to building Signature and navigating life after Title, Brett talks about the evolution of his riding and his role in mountain biking.

A new week means new questions! Hope you have fun with these!What candy saw a 65% increase in sales within 2 weeks of the release of the movie "ET"?Which morning talk show host was the spokesperson for Carnival Cruise Line from the late 80s to early 90s with the catchphrase "If my friends could see me now"?What is the name of Lativia's capital that shares its name with a the gulf it lies on?Karl Bushby, an English ex-paratrooper, has been walking since November 1998 in an attempt to be the first person to walk a completely unbroken path around the world. By what large biblical name does his expedition go by?Baseball player Ty Cobb had what fruity nickname owing to his home state origin?Maya Lin was an undergraduate at Yale University when she won the contest to design which memorial?What is the term for the broad group of organic compounds that include fats, waxes, sterols, and fat-soluble vitamins?“Go ahead, make my day” was spoken by Clint Eastwood in which movie?“The creatures outside looked from pig to man, and from man to pig, and from pig to man again; but already it was impossible to say which was which.” is the last line from which novel?Which international agreement of 1864 regulated the treatment of those wounded in war?Inari is the god of what grain in Japense mythology?What country has the most islands in the world?On the London Underground map, what color is the circle line?On Swiss cars, there are stickers with the letters "CH", what does "CH" stand for?To help them develop better space suits, NASA studied the newborns of what animal, whose leg blood vessels thicken quickly, allowing them to walk within the first hour after birth?Which bird has the largest egg to body ratio?MusicHot Swing, Fast Talkin, Bass Walker, Dances and Dames, Ambush by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Don't forget to follow us on social media:Patreon – patreon.com/quizbang – Please consider supporting us on Patreon. Check out our fun extras for patrons and help us keep this podcast going. We appreciate any level of support!Website – quizbangpod.com Check out our website, it will have all the links for social media that you need and while you're there, why not go to the contact us page and submit a question!Facebook – @quizbangpodcast – we post episode links and silly lego pictures to go with our trivia questions. Enjoy the silly picture and give your best guess, we will respond to your answer the next day to give everyone a chance to guess.Instagram – Quiz Quiz Bang Bang (quizquizbangbang), we post silly lego pictures to go with our trivia questions. Enjoy the silly picture and give your best guess, we will respond to your answer the next day to give everyone a chance to guess.Twitter – @quizbangpod We want to start a fun community for our fellow trivia lovers. If you hear/think of a fun or challenging trivia question, post it to our twitter feed and we will repost it so everyone can take a stab it. Come for the trivia – stay for the trivia.Ko-Fi – ko-fi.com/quizbangpod – Keep that sweet caffeine running through our body with a Ko-Fi, power us through a late night of fact checking and editing!

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In this episode of Iron Culture, Eric Helms is joined by natural bodybuilders Christine Reinhart and Sarah Oase, who share their journeys in the sport, their experiences at recent competitions, and the challenges faced in women's bodybuilding. They discuss the importance of camaraderie among competitors, the evolution of their training and competition strategies, and the significance of earning pro cards. The conversation highlights the need for greater visibility and support for women's bodybuilding, as well as the personal growth and empowerment that comes from competing. They also share their future plans, emphasizing the need for advocacy and community support in women's bodybuilding, aiming to inspire more women to participate in the sport. If you're in the market for some new gym gear or apparel, be sure to support our friends over at elitefts.com and use our code ("MRR10") for a 10% discount. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 03:00 Christine Reinhart's Journey in Bodybuilding 05:43 Sarah Oase's Athletic Background and Transition to Bodybuilding 11:54 The Importance of Age in Bodybuilding 14:52 Competitive Experiences and Achievements 20:49 Camaraderie in Natural Bodybuilding 26:55 Challenges in Women's Bodybuilding 29:52 Future of Women's Bodybuilding and Closing Thoughts 36:59 The Evolution of Bodybuilding Careers 38:51 Challenging Gender Norms in Bodybuilding 42:40 Promoting Women's Bodybuilding 49:22 Personal Journeys in Competitive Bodybuilding 57:28 Validation Through Competition 01:06:08 Finding Potential and Growth in Bodybuilding 01:13:20 Navigating Challenges in Competition 01:16:15 Recognizing Potential and Achievements 01:18:27 Experiences at the World Championships 01:22:29 The Subjectivity of Competition 01:25:28 The Future of Women's Bodybuilding 01:30:21 Future Plans and Off-Season Goals

From classrooms to boardrooms, from sports to social media, we're constantly sizing ourselves up against other people -- and being sized up in return. Dr. Stephen Garcia discusses what drives some people to be extremely competitive in their work, in relationships and in life; which situations bring out the competitiveness in all of us; and how to handle the overly competitive people in your life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices