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66th U.S. Secretary of State, American Republican politician and political scientist

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ChrisCast
Who Paints the Target? Who Points the Spotlight?

ChrisCast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 14:23


We act like the missiles decide their targets. As if the Hellfire drone strike has free will. But in modern warfare—and in modern narrative warfare—the target isn't a target until someone paints it.Laser-guided munitions don't wake up one day and say, “That guy.” They wait. For a signal. A beam. A blinking beacon hidden under the floorboards. The ordnance doesn't think. It follows.And in our endless info-war of vibes and virality, it's the same. Redditors, TikTok rage reels, MeidasTouch-style echo chambers—those are just the munitions. They're not autonomous. They're reactive. What matters is: Who painted the target?Was it a whisper campaign? A blue-checked influencer who switched lanes? Was it a newsletter, a leak, a leak about a newsletter? Who snuck past the perimeter and aimed the dot?This is the essay.We don't talk enough about the targeting package. The long-range recon patrol who slips behind lines to mark something—someone—as worthy of outrage. Maybe they parachuted in. Maybe they're already embedded. Either way, their job is to illuminate.Then comes the kill chain:Think tank report (intel)Atlantic op-ed (authorization)Twitter thread (delivery)TikTok (warhead)You never even saw the spotter.One day, Trump is the darling of Manhattan media, a beloved caricature. The next, he's worse than Hitler. Bin Laden? Our Cold War asset. Saddam? Our oil-stabilizing friend. Gaddafi? Photographed with Condi Rice's mixtape on his nightstand. Then: all painted. All vaporized.Even Putin was “New Russia” once—mining nickel, flirting with NATO. Now he's an eternal villain, an ex-KGB fascist oligarch. We changed the noun from industrialist to oligarch and thought we'd done analysis.Narrative paints. Facts arrive later.Ask yourself: Why wasn't Obama painted? Or Biden? Or even Bush, in his second term? Naomi Wolf tried in 2007—she practically screamed “authoritarian creep!”—but her dot never caught the beam.Because the paint has to stick. The actor must be ready. The story must allow it.Trump? He welcomed the role. Signed the casting contract. Took the heel heat and ran with it like it was WrestleMania. “Make America Great Again” was a catchphrase, not a policy. It was kayfabe all the way down. He turned politics into wrestling. But who booked the match?It's tempting to believe these men write their own roles. But come on. This is Stanford/Oxbridge season 6: Global Civics. These leaders come out of the same boarding schools, the same land-grant universities, the same think tanks and G20 mixers.Bad actors are cast. Sometimes they audition. Sometimes they're just… available.And when their arc is up? Witness protection, or a tombstone with a question mark. Epstein. Elvis. Tupac. “Is he dead, or just reassigned?”The script demands turnover.You're not going to understand power through a fascism bingo card. Power doesn't yell its name. It whispers. It points. It paints.So stop obsessing over the missiles. The real question is: Who's behind the brush?The Kill Chain of Public NarrativeThe Fickleness of TargetsTarget Painting Is The Real PowerThe Actor Doesn't Write the ScriptRetire the Checklist, Follow the Laser

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive
David Kilcullen: former advisor to US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice on the odds of Trump bringing in 'regime change' for Iran following US strikes

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 4:09 Transcription Available


A past-advisor to a former US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice says a clear and timely assessment of damage to Iran's nuclear programme, is unlikely. David Kilcullen says the US is presenting its strikes as complete destruction. "There's really no way to tell that until somebody gets in there and takes a look - and there's very little chance of that." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive
Full Show Podcast: 23 June 2025

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 99:11 Transcription Available


On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 23 June 2025, David Kilcullen, former advisor to US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, speaks to Heather du Plessis-Allan on the odds of Trump bringing in regime change in Iran. Exclusive polling shows Kiwis don't think Cook Islanders should continue to get automatic access to citizenship, healthcare and superannuation if the country continues with its foreign policy push towards China against NZ's will. Finance Minister Nicola Willis is refusing to tell Heather the price of the new Kainga Ora wool carpets. All Black rookie Brodie McAlister on finding out he'd made the team - and the first person he told. Plus, the Huddle weighs in on the situation in Iran and whether saunas are taking off in NZ. Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every weekday evening on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Jason Rantz Show
Rantz Rewind: June 21, 2019

The Jason Rantz Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2025 39:31


What’s Trending: ‘The View’ mocks Jay Inslee, gun violence strategies discussed for Seattle’s Central District, Jason reviews ‘Toy Story 4’ and involuntary addiction treatment going unused in King County. Cory Booker wants racially-diverse tickets, Condoleezza Rice shuts down a race-baiting reporter and Sean Hannity and Mark Levin make fun of Jim Acosta’s book sales. SCOTUS to decide on the ‘controversial’ citizenship question on the census. 

The Readout
Israel's Strategic Objectives and the Future of Warfare

The Readout

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 23:44


CSIS's Eliot A. Cohen, former dean of Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS) and former councilor to Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice joins the podcast to discuss Israel's strategic objectives, potential regime change in Iran and what Israel's military operation indicates for the future of warfare.

Hold These Truths with Dan Crenshaw
Dr. Condoleezza Rice on the Perils of the 21st Century

Hold These Truths with Dan Crenshaw

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 50:14


Civic knowledge in America is declining. AI is rapidly advancing. And the Iran-Russia-China alliance is pushing the world closer to the brink of global war. Dr. Condoleezza Rice joins Rep. Dan Crenshaw for a frank conversation about the greatest threats to the future of Western Civilization—and how Stanford's Hoover Institution is working to confront them.   Dr. Condoleezza Rice is the Director of the Hoover Institution at Stanford University and served as the 66th U.S. Secretary of State (2005–2009) and National Security Advisor (2001–2005) to President George W. Bush. Follow her on X at @CondoleezzaRice and stay up to date on the Hoover Institution's research at @HooverInst.

MGoBlog: The MGoPodcast
WTKA Roundtable 5/22/2025: No More Hamburgers

MGoBlog: The MGoPodcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 47:18


Things Discussed: Tigers: They go dormant for years but then they pop, and you gotta get a World Series when they do. Sign Skubal! Craig's long story about golf in Alabama. House Settlement: NCAA is going to relinquish enforcement to a commission/CEO run by the commissioners. Will it work? Without legislation they'll just get sued again. What some schools are going for is to have rules that nobody enforces except against programs they don't like. This was ideal for OSU/Bama/Georgia/LSU who could get a competitive advantage on programs that self-police, and occasionally could be used as a weapon against rivals. Who's the CEO? They said someone not in sports—so Condi Rice? Who's going to take this job who's not in athletics? Can they create a player's union? Why would the players unionize when they are getting everything they want. MLB unionized because their players were employees; NCAA doesn't control player movement because they want to avoid their athletes being employees. NCAA is getting out but it falls to conference commissioners, who are not at all equipped to handle this. They're serving needs of ADs who are complaining about different things. Ohio State wants there to be rules they don't have to follow and Michigan does. Michigan wants to be able to spend whatever they can raise. Purdue wants to have some player control so their cornerbacks don't get poached. Michigan State isn't thinking "oh I need to make sure Michigan and Ohio State don't boot me" and not even thinking about what's best for Michigan State; they're thinking how can we screw Michigan. You're expecting this mix to come up with solutions? Clearinghouse won't work because they'll get a flood of lawsuits. Player already have the money; they won't let you close the spigot. Answer is legislation that gives the NCAA some kind of anti-trust protection. Will it get prioritized at the federal level? Probably not this Congress, but the next one or the next one. State laws are only trying to make their own teams better. Sam: Can they make a special class? They had it in student athletes but that got blown up by the states, which is how we got here. The players have no incentive to change things because they're winning. NCAA is deathly afraid of the players becoming employees, which is why they can't regulate player movement even with NIL deals. The NCAA can't create a student-athlete class. The federal government can. The schools have real interest in getting legislation that cuts off the players' spigot, and that means the fans have leverage now that we've not had at any point in this conversation. What I want them to do (not saying it'll happen) is use that leverage to get things we want. What do we want? Guaranteed access to football broadcasts. Our old conferences back. A cap on student fees (this doesn't matter to us but it's a big deal to smaller schools). Schools can't balloon ticket prices by participating in the secondary ticket market. What do we want as Michigan fans? Our interests are aligned with PSU/Notre Dame/USC who want the buy-in price to be high but also some kind of cap so that the value of the education makes us the best option. Prediction: House settlement/clearinghouse will be a patch, it won't work, and they'll let it play out until they can get legislation. Could they get legislation now? Maybe but it won't do anything for the fans—it would be the schools buying up whatever votes are for sale and passing something they write, and odds are it won't be Constitutional enough to survive the players bringing it to court.

Vital Voices Podcast
Vital Voices Live: A Conversation with Dina Powell McCormick with Guest Host Betsy Fischer Martin

Vital Voices Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 49:07


In this episode of Vital Voices Live, Dina Powell McCormick — former Deputy National Security Advisor and Vice Chair at BDT & MSD Partners — joins us to talk about her new book, Who Believed in You?, co-authored with Senator David McCormick. Drawing from her personal journey and insights from leaders like Satya Nadella, Tory Burch, and Condoleezza Rice, Dina explores how transformational mentorship shapes leadership, builds confidence, and drives long-term success. She shares lessons from her work launching mentorship initiatives like Goldman Sachs' 10,000 Women and offers practical advice for creating deeper, more meaningful mentoring relationships. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about the people who lift us up — and how we can do the same for others.

Crenshaw & Clarkson
Will the turtle Braves win the NL East?

Crenshaw & Clarkson

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2025 40:07


In the third hour, Sam and Greg wait on the Braves to heat up. In the third hour, Sam and Greg wait on the Braves to heat up. Will the turtle Braves win the NL East? The guys are joined by friend of the Terrell Thomas of These Urban Times to recap the Hawks season and search for next steps. What do the Hawks need to take the next step? Plus, Greg tries to get you into the movies. Do you resemble Condoleezza Rice?

Conversing
American Foreign Policy and Human Dignity, with Condoleezza Rice

Conversing

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2025 16:05


“‘To whom much is given, much is expected.' …  That is the core of our Christian belief.” “I hope that people who are both patriotic and Christian are not being painted with a broad brush.” (Condoleezza Rice, from this episode) In this episode, Condoleezza Rice joins Mark Labberton to discuss the state of US foreign and domestic policy in light of Christian moral convictions. Secretary Rice served as the 66th US Secretary of State under President George W. Bush, has been on the faculty of Stanford University since 1981, and is currently the director of the Hoover Institution. Together they discuss: The state of US foreign policy and international relations How to think about American involvement in global politics The importance of US foreign assistance American patriotism and Christian devotion And Condoleezza Rice's prayers for American leaders right now: discernment, judgment, compassion, and policy that reflects the dignity of all human beings. About Condoleezza Rice Condoleezza Rice is the Tad and Dianne Taube Director of the Hoover Institution and the Thomas and Barbara Stephenson Senior Fellow on Public Policy. She is the Denning Professor in Global Business and the Economy at the Stanford Graduate School of Business. In addition, she is a founding partner of Rice, Hadley, Gates & Manuel, LLC, an international strategic consulting firm. From January 2005 to January 2009, Rice served as the 66th Secretary of State of the United States, the second woman and first black woman to hold the post. Rice also served as President George W. Bush's Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs (National Security Advisor) from January 2001 to January 2005, the first woman to hold the position. Rice served as Stanford University's provost from 1993 to 1999, during which time she was the institution's chief budget and academic officer. As professor of political science, she has been on the Stanford faculty since 1981 and has won two of the university's highest teaching honors. From February 1989 through March 1991, Rice served on President George H.W. Bush's National Security Council staff. She served as director, then senior director, of Soviet and East European Affairs, as well as Special Assistant to the President for National Security. In 1986, while an International Affairs Fellow of the Council on Foreign Relations, Rice also served as Special Assistant to the Director of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. For more information, visit her profile at the Hoover Institution. Show Notes The state of US international relations “ The beginning of any administration is a bit chaotic” “I continue to hope that we will find a way to help Ukraine so that Vladimir Putin doesn't benefit from the aggression that he committed.” “The United States will undoubtedly play a different role. … That is the outcome of what's been eighty years of post World War II American engagement. … And so we need to ask, what are our values? What are our interests? And I think we're going to, we're going to see a good, solid American role in foreign policy.” Is the world order in the process of receiving a shock treatment? “ We really do need to rebuild our defense industrial base.” USAID: “ I'm a great believer that foreign assistance is one of the important tools in our toolkit of foreign policy.” “ I actually am one who believes that the absorption of USAID into the State Department is the right answer.” On US foreign assistance “A lot of what we do is purely humanitarian, purely life saving. We should. Just do that. Some of what we do is also strategic. What countries do we help to develop to be less fragile so that they don't become hubs for terrorism? …  And sometimes our assistance is to stabilize places in the world so that we don't face a security problem down the road.” Developing infrastructure “Am I patriotic? Do I love my country? Am I a nationalist? Absolutely. Am I Christian? Yes. And so I hope that people who are both patriotic and Christian are not being painted with a broad crust.” “But if we think about what it means to be Christian, it means to care about every human being, because every human being is created in the image of the Lord, and therefore every human being has worth.” “One of the closing comments from President Bush was, ‘To whom much is given, much is expected. …  that is the core of our Christian belief.” What is  the state of the Christian influence in American politics and life? Emulating the early church in establishing orphanages and hospitals, “and  to be a voice on behalf of those who are dispossessed.” Religious Freedom “When I was secretary of state, not because I was Christian, but because I was secretary of state, I would take a list of religious objectors with me to countries like China.” “The evangelical church has been very involved in human trafficking issues. We actually do have a problem of modern slavery.” “The church has a lot of potential to be a really good force in the world.” Condoleeza Rice's most passionate prayers for the nation and the world right now “My most passionate prayer is that our leaders would have—and I actually pray this prayer— that they would have judgment and discernment, that they would have compassion, that they would lead from a position of knowing how much America has, and that they would understand that our role in the world derives from our universal belief in human freedom and that it is the only way that human beings have the dignity that they should have as having been created by God.” “I think one of the reasons we've had a bit of a backlash against some foreign assistance is that people wonder, ‘Well, are you thinking about Americans in the same way?'” Production Credits Conversing is produced and distributed in partnership with Comment magazine and Fuller Seminary.

The Dom Giordano Program
Remember the Name (Full Show)

The Dom Giordano Program

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2025 134:36


12 - Gavin Newsome is the first major Democrat to break away from allowing biological males to compete in female sports. How fast will Josh Shapiro follow? 1215 - Side - underrated historical figure 1220 - Newsom also discuss Kamala Harris' faults and other humanizing things in a bid to change the image around him. Rowan University is eliminating DEI practices, will local education follow as the Trump team looks to rid the Department of Education? Dom likens how it may be tougher than that as the DoE acts like the mafia! 1235 - Dom runs through Rowan's examples of DEI practices 1240 - Dom and other conservative radio voices were not invited to this year's GOP Governor's get together where they share ideas on how to win the gubernatorial race in New Jersey. Why? Do they think they have it wrapped up already 1250 - Your calls to finish out the hour. 1 - Returning to Newsom breaking rank and speaking out on trans-women in girls sports. 115 - More on the transgender rhetoric and your calls. 130 - Volleyball player and activist Payton McNabb joins us after appearing at Trump's speech before Congress. How did it feel to be honored by Republicans while simultaneously being shunned by Democrats? Have any Democrats reached out to say we stand with you? How did it feel when the Democrats also snubbed a 13-year old cancer survivor? How is the recovery from her injuries coming along? What was it like playing against a man and the preparation that went with it? What are Payton's current plans? 2 - Commissioner Tom DiBello joins us today to discuss an article in the Del Val Journal regarding putting the homeless population into a motel in Pottsville. Tom explains what the article got wrong and justifies his stance on the matter. Is there a prostitution and/or drug problem at the motel? Are they paying for it still? 210 - Continuing on with wasteful spending and how NJ Republicans need to latch onto that message. Your calls. 215 - Dom's Money Melody! 225 - Dom once sparred with Condi Rice! Wrapping things up. 230 - Dr. Marty Makary speaks out on behalf of RFK Jr. and Trump regarding the healthy food movement. 250 - The Lightning Round!

The Dom Giordano Program
The Healthy Food Movement: Rice Edition

The Dom Giordano Program

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2025 42:07


2 - Commissioner Tom DiBello joins us today to discuss an article in the Del Val Journal regarding putting the homeless population into a motel in Pottsville. Tom explains what the article got wrong and justifies his stance on the matter. Is there a prostitution and/or drug problem at the motel? Are they paying for it still? 210 - Continuing on with wasteful spending and how NJ Republicans need to latch onto that message. Your calls. 215 - Dom's Money Melody! 225 - Dom once sparred with Condi Rice! Wrapping things up. 230 - Dr. Marty Makary speaks out on behalf of RFK Jr. and Trump regarding the healthy food movement. 250 - The Lightning Round!

Uncommon Knowledge
The Great Partnership: How George Shultz Helped Ronald Reagan Win The Cold War

Uncommon Knowledge

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2025 59:35


This panel discussion on the legacy of George Shultz, former US secretary of state and Hoover Institution senior fellow, features the Hoover Institution's director, Condoleezza Rice; Israeli politician and human rights activist Natan Sharansky; and Abraham Sofaer, the former legal advisor to the State Department under George Shultz and the George P. Shultz Senior Fellow in Foreign Policy and National Security Affairs at the Hoover Institution. Together, they reflect on Shultz's contributions to US foreign policy, human rights, and the end of the Cold War. The discussion explores Shultz's deep commitment to human rights, particularly in supporting Soviet refuseniks and advancing the cause of freedom in the USSR. The panelists recount how Shultz worked alongside President Ronald Reagan to integrate human rights into diplomatic negotiations, leverage the Helsinki Accords, and challenge the Soviet Union's authoritarian system. Sharansky, a former Soviet dissident imprisoned for 12 years for his activism, shares personal experiences of Shultz's support for Soviet Jews and recounts the political maneuvering that contributed to his own release. Rice and Sofaer discuss Shultz's diplomatic philosophy, his strategic role in Reagan's administration, and his ability to bridge the gap between hardline anti-communism and pragmatic diplomacy. The conversation also touches on the role of ideas in shaping policy and whether current generations fully grasp the stakes of international conflict in the way Cold War leaders like Shultz and Reagan did. The panelists debate modern revisionist views on the end of the Cold War with a strong defense of Reagan and Shultz's deliberate strategy to weaken the Soviet Union. Ultimately, the discussion serves as both a tribute to the life and times of George Shultz and a reflection on leadership, diplomacy, and the enduring battle of ideas in world affairs. Recorded on February 12, 2025.

The Productivityist Podcast
Dan Schawbel Talks About Human Connection in the Digital Age

The Productivityist Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2025 32:11


In this Flashback Friday episode, I revisit my 2018 conversation with Dan Schawbel, a thought leader in workplace trends and human connection. We originally spoke about his book Back to Human: How Great Leaders Create Connection in the Age of Isolation, which explores how technology can be used as a bridge—not a barrier—to meaningful relationships.Since then, Dan has continued to shape conversations around workplace dynamics as Managing Partner at Workplace Intelligence, conducting research with major brands like Amazon and Deloitte. His podcast, 5 Questions with Dan Schawbel, has featured leaders such as Richard Branson and Condoleezza Rice, and his LinkedIn Learning courses have reached over 220,000 students.Key Discussion Points The central theme of Back to Human: using technology to enhance, not replace, human connection. Why leaders need to focus on human-first workplaces to improve engagement and productivity. The benefits of in-person interaction—why one face-to-face conversation is worth 34 emails. The Work Connectivity Index—a tool for assessing the strength of work relationships. How attending events alone can be a powerful networking tool. Strategies for leveraging technology to deepen relationships rather than create distractions. The impact of remote work on workplace connection and long-term employee retention. This conversation is a timely reminder that productivity isn't just about efficiency—it's about fostering meaningful relationships. As we navigate hybrid work environments and digital-first communication, Dan's insights remain as relevant today as they were when we first published this episode. (Originally released November 2018)Links Worth Exploring Connect with Dan: Website | LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook Get the book we discuss: Back to Human: How Great Leaders Create Connection in the Age of Isolation Check out Dan's LinkedIn Learning classes (and check out mine too) Listen to Dan's podcast: 5 Questions with Dan Schawbel Read this: Law of Jante, a Scandinavian Code of Conduct Read: The Shallows: What the Internet is Doing to Our Brains by Nicholas Carr Read: How our 269 billion emails a day have made us miserable Check this out: Introduction to Back to Human Watch: The Back to Human Office Party [Comedy Sketch] | Related Conversation: Episode 363: Meaningful Online Connections with Misha Glouberman Related Blog Post: Five Proven Ways To Have a Better Work Day Thanks to all of the sponsors of this episode. You can find all of the sponsors you heard me mention on this episode on our Podcast Sponsors page.Want to support the podcast? Beyond checking out our sponsors, you can subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts. You can subscribe on Spotify and also on Apple Podcasts. Not using either of those to get your podcasts? Just click on this link and then paste the podcast feed into your podcast app of choice.Thanks again for listening to A Productive Conversation. See you later.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Productivityist Podcast
Dan Schawbel Talks About Human Connection in the Digital Age

The Productivityist Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2025 38:10


In this Flashback Friday episode, I revisit my 2018 conversation with Dan Schawbel, a thought leader in workplace trends and human connection. We originally spoke about his book Back to Human: How Great Leaders Create Connection in the Age of Isolation, which explores how technology can be used as a bridge—not a barrier—to meaningful relationships. Since then, Dan has continued to shape conversations around workplace dynamics as Managing Partner at Workplace Intelligence, conducting research with major brands like Amazon and Deloitte. His podcast, 5 Questions with Dan Schawbel, has featured leaders such as Richard Branson and Condoleezza Rice, and his LinkedIn Learning courses have reached over 220,000 students. Key Discussion Points The central theme of Back to Human: using technology to enhance, not replace, human connection. Why leaders need to focus on human-first workplaces to improve engagement and productivity. The benefits of in-person interaction—why one face-to-face conversation is worth 34 emails. The Work Connectivity Index—a tool for assessing the strength of work relationships. How attending events alone can be a powerful networking tool. Strategies for leveraging technology to deepen relationships rather than create distractions. The impact of remote work on workplace connection and long-term employee retention. This conversation is a timely reminder that productivity isn't just about efficiency—it's about fostering meaningful relationships. As we navigate hybrid work environments and digital-first communication, Dan's insights remain as relevant today as they were when we first published this episode. (Originally released November 2018) Links Worth Exploring Connect with Dan: Website | LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook Get the book we discuss: Back to Human: How Great Leaders Create Connection in the Age of Isolation Check out Dan's LinkedIn Learning classes (and check out mine too) Listen to Dan's podcast: 5 Questions with Dan Schawbel Read this: Law of Jante, a Scandinavian Code of Conduct Read: The Shallows: What the Internet is Doing to Our Brains by Nicholas Carr Read: How our 269 billion emails a day have made us miserable Check this out: Introduction to Back to Human Watch: The Back to Human Office Party [Comedy Sketch] | Related Conversation: Episode 363: Meaningful Online Connections with Misha Glouberman Related Blog Post: Five Proven Ways To Have a Better Work Day Thanks to all of the sponsors of this episode. You can find all of the sponsors you heard me mention on this episode on our Podcast Sponsors page. Want to support the podcast? Beyond checking out our sponsors, you can subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts. You can subscribe on Spotify and also on Apple Podcasts. Not using either of those to get your podcasts? Just click on this link and then paste the podcast feed into your podcast app of choice. Thanks again for listening to A Productive Conversation. See you later. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wonder Boldly
Christina Flach Celebrity Makeup Artist on Embracing Beauty, Strength & Opportunity

Wonder Boldly

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2025 37:42 Transcription Available


By clicking here you can anonymously (except for the last 4 digits of your number) let me know what you think about my podcast and what you'd like to hear about on an upcoming episode of Wonder Boldly. Thank you so much!In this episode, Christine sits down with the incredible Christina Flach, celebrity makeup artist, CEO and founder of Pretty Girl Makeup, and a woman who truly embodies resilience, passion, and purpose.Christina's talent has graced the faces of icons like Condoleezza Rice, Hilary Swank, Isiah Washington, Melissa McCarthy, Rita Moreno, Renee Zellweger, and Tyler Florence. She's worked with luxury brands including Gucci and Louis Vuitton, and her artistry has been featured in Vogue, Time, People, and Elle. She's a philanthropist, beauty expert on NBC's California Live, and a devoted mother who has turned personal tragedy into purpose.Christina shares:The mindset to go after what she truly wantsSaying yes to opportunities and showing up as your best selfHer heart-wrenching journey of loss, the passing of her baby, Beau, and how she honors his memory through philanthropy Beauty is confidence, resilience, and feeling amazing from the inside outAbout Christina: A makeup artist, CEO and founder of Pretty Girl Makeup. Her celebrity clientele includes Hilary Swank, Isiah Washington, Melissa McCarthy, Rita Moreno, Renee Zellweger, Tyler Florence and more. She works with high end brands such as Gucci and Louis Vuitton, has been featured in campaigns for Macy's, Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, and Bloomingdales, and magazines including Vogue, Time, People, and Elle. In addition, Christina also writes articles about the best tips, tricks, and hacks in makeup and is featured as a beauty expert on California Live on NBC. In addition to her career, she is a devoted mother of four and philanthropist and raises awareness for sepsis. She started the Beau Friedman outdoor classroom at the Edna McGuire school in Mill Valley, CA raising money for the Baby Beau and Ken Flach educational funds at the Northern Light School in Oakland, CA. Christina uses her platform to promote the importance of feeling beautiful from the inside out. Websites: www.PrettyGirlMakeup.com and www.ChristinaFlach.comI'm Too Busy TV: https://www.youtube.com/playlSupport the showPlease share this with a friend who might need a little extra inspiration. Don't forget to tag @christinebsantos on Instagram! If this episode helped you in any way, please consider supporting Christine by inquiring about her Podcast Production Offers - you can dm Christine here: https://www.instagram.com/christinebsantos/ or send an email to hello@christinebsantos.com. Check out her Website: Wonder Boldly Christine is a proud Brand Ambassador for Harborside Bath and Body: https://harborsidebathandbody.com?sca_ref=7834407.5lPJ3nNEGR. Her go to small business for toxin-free and organic body and hair care needs. Check them out using this link https://harborsidebathandbody.com?sca_ref=7834407.5lPJ3nNEGR.If you make a purchase using the link Christine will receive a small commission. Thank you for supporting small businesses.Thank you so much for listening. It would mean the world, if you'd subscribe/follow, share it with a friend and leave a 5 star review. It takes all of us, let's support small businesses together!

Steamy Stories Podcast
Getting Lucky At A Trump Convention

Steamy Stories Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2025


Shagging a stranger while Trump talks success in politics & business. By Tx Tall Tales. Listen to the Podcast at Steamy Stories. I was a little delayed getting to the Convention Hall where he was going to speak, but my red VIP badge got me past the "velvet rope" down to the front 10 rows, which were looking pretty full. The hall was split up into a bunch of sections during the day, with low pipe & drape curtain panels used to separate the VIP purchase area from the hoi-poloi, and to make virtual rooms to one side and the other, as well as to create a backstage area. It was a business & leadership conference with speakers like Tony Robbins, Donald Trump, and a long list of others. One of the ushers waved me over, pointing to one of the few open seats left. I "excuse-me"d down to the spot, and wedged myself in between two attractive women, a blonde on my left and a brunette on my right. Because we were sitting in the rightmost section of the seats, the main podium was over to my left as well. As such you tended to sit turned in your seat a bit, for a more natural view, which placed the brunette "behind" me and the blonde in "front" of me. Now I'm not a little guy. Not huge, but my shoulders are a good bit wider than most. And at 220 lbs, I'm mostly muscle, though a good way from having 'abs of steel'. The biggest problem is I'm wide. W-I-D-E. Really wide in the shoulders with a 48 inch chest. My Hawaiian heritage. It makes for uncomfortable seating in coach-class on airplanes, and in places like this, where the chairs are locked together, and they're all made for 118 lb. weaklings, and little things, like the size 2 women on either side of me. A speaker was just finishing up, and when he went into pitch mode, I asked the blonde "How was he?" "I don't know, I just got here a minute ago too. I'm here for Trump." Let me get this out up front. I'm a horn-dog, with an addiction to women. I love blondes. "What are you here for? At the Motivational Expo, I mean," I asked her, surreptitiously taking in her pretty face, turned up nose, cute eyeglasses, and pinned up blonde hair. Her hands were free of any rings. "Mostly just hanging out," she told me. I thought it seemed kind of odd. It cost a couple of hundred bucks to 'hang-out' in the VIP section, less if you signed up early and were on the right mailing list. Maybe a $100. But still pricey for "hanging out." Even stranger was the way she was sitting. There was another pretty big black guy sitting on the other side of her, and he had all his materials from the day on the floor between his legs, forcing him to sit with his legs open. As soon as I sat down, she moved away from him, leaving a couple of inches gap, and scooted up right next to me, her side pressed against mine. Then she turned away and watched the stage. We were quiet for a bit, and I tried to start a conversation again. A glutton for punishment, I do this a lot. I like people. I like to talk to people. I guess I'm a bit of an extrovert sometimes. And in a setting like this, anybody could be a great networking contact. "What do you do?" I asked. She spoke softly, and I had to bend down to hear her. Damn, she smelled good too. "I own my own business, how about you?" she answered. "Some real-estate investment, some writing, a real-life job I wouldn't mind ditching. I'm thinking of getting into a gig like this - professional speaking." I told her. She patted me on the leg, a pretty friendly thing to do, I thought, then said, "Will you save my seat for me while I go take a smoke break?" "Absolutely. I wouldn't dream of letting anyone else sit next to me." I told her with my most charming boyish smile, which seldom works, but you can't fault a guy for trying. She patted me on the arm again, giving it a little squeeze, and then eased her way past me and out the row. She left her tote bag with all her materials, so I didn't think she was just blowing me off nicely. As she walked by, I took the time to check more of her out. Definitely a looker, with a light zip-up sweatshirt (unzipped) over a scoop-neck white tee, and a blue jean skirt that hugged her very pleasant looking hips. She had long slender legs that ended in ankle-high white socks and a pair of black canvas sneakers. Looked like Converse. I estimated her age in the early 20's. Yeah, I know, I'm a dirty old man, getting worked up over a girl 1/2 my age. Before I knew it, my blonde neighbor was returning. I sat back in my chair to let her by, and she sat back down, once again sidling right up next to me. I mean close contact. I have to tell you this was definitely new territory for me. I've known friendly women, and aggressive women, but this woman just seemed to like pressing against me. My mind was spinning trying to figure this out, it wasn't something in my known realm of experiences, and not to brag, but I have had my share. I had a choice of sitting with my arms crossed, and shoulders pulled in, or taking up half the seats on either side of me. But I could also turn a bit in the seat, and put my arm behind the seat to my side, which I did, especially easy since we were in the last VIP row, and there was an open space behind us with the barrier between us and the green-badgers. "Blondie" must have considered this some kind of invitation. She turned even more into me, and turned her head, resting it on my shoulder. She took several opportunities to pat me on the leg and arm again. I've read a few books on body behavior, and everything I know tells me this was a sign that I could be more forward, but I was still very hesitant. It seemed a spectacularly weird place to be hitting on a strange woman. But my little head was starting to wake up and do part of the thinking for me. The lights started to go down, implying the start of the next program. Blondie, whose name I still hadn't gotten, leaned forward to take off her sweat-jacket, revealing bare shoulders, and a nice pair of breasts, if on the smallish side. She patted me on the leg again, her hand lingering, and she gave a squeeze. "This should be good to hear," she admitted. She was turned a bit in her seat, facing the podium and leaning into me, fully half her weight pressed against me. I could smell the baby-powder she'd used early in the day, and the slight hint of where the long day of sitting in cramped quarters was finally winning the battle against her deodorant. The smell of her was getting me even hotter, it was going to be hard to pay attention to Trump. He'd better be good. I was able to look over her shoulder, and had a pretty good view into her shirt. I'm not a giant at 6'1", but I have a long torso, and when seated I tend to be a head above those around me. It gave for a great vantage point to look her over. Not a lot of cleavage, but I could clearly see her red bra, which had a big red flower, better than an inch across, right where the cup met the strap. The show helpers were walking down the aisle, passing out signs for us. These read "Trump for President", the ones that we got, at least. There were other ones being passed around, one said "You're FIRED", and there was at least one other one. My pretty blonde neighbor took out a marker and started writing on her sign. She wrote "Divorced" over TRUMP, and "Is So" between the words TRUMP and For. Then she wrote "Cool" between For and President. I wasn't sure what that message was. "He is divorced, right?" She asked me, again patting my leg. My leg was beginning to really like that, as my little head reminded me. "Twice. Ivana, and Marla Maples. He's married again since then." I told her. "I don't watch much TV." She said, putting down her pen, holding her sign in her lap, and resting her near hand on my knee. I was really confused. Was she just friendly? Was she coming on to me? What was going on? "She wants you," the little head told me, encouraging my addiction. "Don't be such a pussy!" She reached up to loosen her hair, and took the bun out. She started to twist it back up, and my little head spoke aloud for the first time, putting words in my mouth. "Leave your hair down," I told her softly. It's something that's worked for me before in the pursuit of females. I've found that if they're interested, they often like a bit of harmless dominance. You know, some silly little comment that you expect them to obey. If they do, you're often on your way to success. She hesitated, with both hands over her head, her hair half twisted, and an elastic in her other hand. She slowly let her hair back down, and dropped the elastic into her tote bag, then shook her hair out. At this point the president of the Learning Annex came on stage to announce that The Donald was in the building, and we started a chant of Trump, Trump, Trump, led by the show workers on stage, a bevy of about a dozen typical Dallas beauties, and a couple of guys. Donald Trump came on stage to lights and explosions, and thousands of gold foil rectangles burst out over the audience, and trickled down while Donald took his place at the podium. While the clapping continued the gold streamers fell among us, and one landed in her hair. I reached over and plucked it out, handing it to her, and then stroked her hair back into place. It didn't need the stroking, but I did. Unlike the other speakers who wanted you to stand through his whole bit, Trump told us all to sit. Then he started talking about how the show people knew how to "Feed his addiction", and he asked the guys to leave the stage, leaving all the pretty girls behind him. I immediately knew that The Donald and I were kindred souls, sharing that common addiction. Blondie was sitting leaning against me once more, her right arm casually laid across my left leg, her hand dangling between my legs, near my knees. My partner in crime between my legs was fully awake now, uncomfortably so, looking to stretch out. Donald was talking about the beautiful women of Dallas, getting lots of cheers from the audience, including from the girls beside me. He went on to say he hated makeup, but when the makeup girl here asked if he needed any, how could he say no? He then called her out on stage, and a gorgeous latino girl with the classic Plano, store bought breasts walked out on stage and he called her over, looking for a hug. Damn, I was jealous. The man had game. I'm sure a few Billion in the bank didn't hurt. Then he pointed out another pretty woman in the front row holding up his book. She stood up and he invited her on stage. I'd sat behind this girl the day before, a six foot tall Amazon, just graduated from college. She had long very blonde hair, and was a stunner. He kept her on stage, while she asked some silly self-serving question, and he commented again how beautiful our women were, and complained that he was being setup, everyone here know of his "addiction." Again he got laughs and cheers from the crowd. He kept her up there for a couple of minutes, hugged her and whispered to her (a hotel room number, maybe?), then she went off stage, but not back to her seat. "It's a good thing he can't see you." I told my blonde friend softly. "You'd never get off stage." She giggled and turned her face a bit to me. "You think so?" I looked down at her open neck, and saw one of the gold streamers had fallen against her skin. Not quite in her cleavage, but under her neck. I reached forward, brazenly, and slowly lifted it free, letting the heal of my hand rest on her breast for just a moment. I held out the piece of gold foil for her, which she took in her left hand, her other still lying comfortable across my leg. She dropped it in her tote bag. "Absolutely," I told her. The lights were down, and Donald was starting to tell his stories. They were pretty interesting, giving us a little of his history. My new found fantasy was still leaning into me, comfortably with her head on my shoulder. Her hand on my leg was idly drawing little circles on my inside thigh, just above my knee, and I was uncomfortably hard. I was turned, my arm behind the seats, just hanging down. I brought it up to rest on the back of her chair, my hand softly touching her bare shoulder. She didn't flinch or turn away. Donald was talking politics a bit and mentioned getting in trouble for using Condi Rice and "bitch" in the same sentence. He went on to talk about how he wasn't calling her a bitch, just the opposite. He wanted a hard-boiled negotiator, someone who looked polished and professional but could be a bitch when needed. He didn't think that Condi had it in her. When he talked about professional appearance, he pointed out the suits that many were wearing, and the professional looking women down in front. My little head took completely over again. I reached across and my fingers, with almost a life of their own, slipped into the edge of her shirt, giving a little tug on her bright red bra, underneath her demure white shirt. I held the red rose in my fingers, and teased her. "Professional dress?" "Bitch in the boardroom, devil in the bedroom," she answered, giving my leg a squeeze. I tucked the bra-strap away, letting my thumb graze her cleavage, expecting to get shot down any moment. Instead her hand slid half-way up my leg, only a couple of inches away from the jackpot. Donald started into his diatribe against that "awful ugly creature, the ugliest thing on TV, physically and mentally," none other then Rosie. "She could never have come from Dallas." In the meantime my blood was boiling. I opened my legs a hair, pressing against hers, and I let my arm far arm cross hers in my lap, applying light pressure to get her to slide up further on my leg. I was holding the sign we'd been given, effectively hiding my lap, and her hand slowly gave under the slight pressure, easing up my leg, until her hand was resting against my balls, and my hard-on pressing against her wrist. "You're enjoying the show," she said softly, without turning her head. Then she gave her hand a little twist and cupped my balls, giving a gentle squeeze. I slid my hand on the back of the seat under her hair, cupping her neck, and massaging gently. I couldn't resist this amazing vixen. I leaned in, right to her ear. "I've got to have you. It's killing me." She turned to look at me. "I really wanted to hear Donald," she said, but her hand stroked my hardness. I reached down and took her hand off my crotch, (blasphemy!), and stood, her hand in mine. I pulled her to her feet. "You'll hear him." Then I walked out of that row, glad that I was wearing an untucked Hawaiian shirt, which partially hid my state. She followed along, her hand moist in mine. My mind was running a mile a minute. I thought I had a great chance to do something with this girl, but where? How? I looked over the area we were in, debated trying to get behind the large ‘pipe & drape' curtains that separated the stage and the area behind it from the rest of the room. The main entrance was filled almost to capacity with people standing and watching. However the opposite end of the hall from the main entrance was in complete dark. It had been used as part of the registration from some of the classes, and was now shut down, with a rope preventing the back, general admission area from passing through. However on the VIP side of the ropes, there was a space to enter that area. And I decided to give it a shot. All this ran through my mind during the few seconds it took to scoot past the half-dozen people in our row. I walked confidently past the workers, all eyes on Trump, and out of the immediate Keynote area, past the pipe& drape partitions, into a large dark space, somewhat broken up by tables and barriers. I gave the beautiful target of my lust a little tug past me, then turned, moved a folding chair further into the area, I looked the space over. Now we were in a closed section, almost a long narrow room. On one side, away from Donald was a large dark open space, empty now. On the other side, maybe 5 feet from the pipe & drape' was the end of the chairs in the back of the Keynote hall. Thousands of people listening to Trump, hundreds of them cheering and clapping just a couple of yards away from us. My heart was pounding. My crotch was aching, and I could barely believe the audacity I had displayed in bringing this complete stranger into this semi-private space. She stood there waiting just a couple of feet from the lone chair. I approached her. I took her by the shoulders and turned her to face the stage, hidden from us. I stood behind her and whispered, "Can you hear him ok?" "Just fine," she answered, huskily, leaning back into me. I let my hands slide down her arms then reached around and took her breasts in my hands, cupping them, squeezing softly. I leaned in and kissed her neck, working up to her ear, where I nibbled on her ear lobe, my lips pressing against her two stud earrings. Her hands slid behind her back, and met at my crotch, rubbing me, while her head tilted to one side, giving me better access. I kissed and nuzzled her neck and chin, then slid around her, regretfully moving away from her hands. I stood in front of her, tilted her chin up, and kissed her. The crowd burst into cheers and I got goose bumps. She kissed me desperately, fiercely, her arms wrapping around me. I let my hands drop down to her firm, round ass, and pulled her hard against me. She ground her crotch against mine, while our tongues tangled. I had to break free eventually. As sweet as she was to kiss, I needed more. Much more. I pulled the chair around, facing away from us, and put her hands on the back of it, with her still facing the stage. I slid around her, my hands wandering all over her body, and then when I was directly behind her, I slid my hands down her thighs, and slowly brought them upwards. I lifted her tight skirt higher and higher, encountering a little resistance as they cleared the fullest part of her butt, exposing red bikini underwear, an obvious match to her bra. Her skirt was bunched up around her waist, and I leaned into her, again nuzzling her neck, while my hands caressed below her waist, first through the lacy red cloth, and then sliding inside, exploring her soft flesh. She was bent over just a bit, so she could hold onto the back of that chair, pushing her ass back towards me. I backed away, dropping to my knees, and slowly slid her underwear down her legs, kissing that sweet, white ass. This was a big deal. I thought I noticed some reluctance from her, and she trembled a bit, but seemed to settle down. This was really happening! She had a bit of a tan, not heavy, and her tan line was an irresistible attraction. I traced it with my tongue, from the outside of her hip across her ass, and down between her legs. She stepped out of her underwear, then opened her legs wider, bending low, resting her hands on the seat of the chair. It gave me greater access, and I continued the tongue bath, between her cheeks, past the cute little pucker of her ass, until my tongue could just curl up a bit and enter the bottom of her wet pussy. Her smell was strong, and devastating, and I grabbed her cheeks, spread them wider and licked and sucked her bare nether-lips tasting this stranger, and enjoying the action immensely. I had her trembling. Driving my tongue as far into her as possible, I tongue-fucked her repeatedly, while massaging her ass cheeks. Then I replaced my tongue with my finger, reaching inside her, rubbing the silken inner walls. One finger slowly became two, while I kissed and nibbled on her smooth butt cheeks. A third finger entered her, the going tight now, and my other hand pulled her ass cheek to the side so I could lick her moist bunghole. Her right hand slid back, and pulled her other cheek wide, opening herself up for me. While my fingers slid in and out of her steaming hole, my teasing tongue worried her rear, pushing at that brown puckered hole, until I could just work it's way in a bit, curling it and pushing hard, my tongue tip sliding into her ass repeatedly. While I familiarized myself with her sweet (and tangy) privates, the talk continued, and rounds of clapping and cheering just egged me on. I could feel her legs trembling, and then her butthole squeezed tight on my tongue and her pussy clamped down on my fingers, milking them in waves, while her juices flowed freely down my palm and the back of my hand. I wiggled my fingers inside her, until she loosened up a bit, and then I turned my hand, so my fingers could face forward. I removed one finger, and then pressed forward hard, searching for her G-spot while my thumb reached forward sliding through the sparse hair to find it's way onto her love button. I rubbed firmly and as she responded, pushing against my hand, I drove my tongue into her ass as far as I could, wiggling my chin as I went, and working a good inch or so into her. This time she almost collapsed, her knees buckling, and pulling her ass off my tongue. She gasped, but the sound was a whisper compared to the heavily amplified voice of The Donald regaling us with how he liked losers, because they made him feel so good. My hand was soaked in her juices which ran freely down the inside of her thighs. I leaned in between her legs, and licked her clean, up both thighs. I finally released her pussy, and stood back, looking at this pretty blonde stranger, bent over in front of me, her ass looking delicious, and the red swollen lips of her pussy calling out their siren song. I unbuckled my belt and slid my pants down, taking my boxers with them. I lowered them enough to free myself, my rock hard mast pointing towards it's desired goal. She never turned around to look at me, instead just waiting, hips thrust out. Shaft in hand, I shuffled towards her again, and slid the head of my cock between her lips, and with a nudge of my hips, pushed the head just inside of her. I was in heaven. Still holding onto my rod, I rubbed the head in and out, all over her swollen pussy, occasionally pushing an inch or so inside of her, but never really entering her completely. She started pushing back at me when I would get the head inside her steamy opening, and I finally fulfilled both our wishes, pushing my cock inexorably inside of her until I was buried to the hilt. I reached around her, inside of her shirt, and started playing with her breasts. My exploring fingers discovered a front latch and I popped it, allowing my hands unfettered access to her sweet little breasts, not much more than a handful, with hard little nipples that spoke volumes for her aroused state. My hips started in, slowly fucking her, while my hands played with her breasts, tugging on those unseen nipples. I was about as big and hard as I get. I'm not huge, but a bit above average in length, and very thick. Sometimes it takes a bit of work to get my full length buried inside some tight young twat, but this pretty blonde had no trouble accommodating my full length and thickness. I let go of her breasts and grabbed her hips, fucking her harder, giving long, full strokes that she eagerly accepted and pushed back against. I was feeling incredible, hard and ready, enjoying the sensation of being buried in this hot little tart, yet feeling no urgent compulsion to come. My legs were tiring a bit, having to stay bent a bit to work her over, and contained in my half dropped pants. I imagined hers were getting a bit tired as well. Between the oral attention and the protracted fucking, she'd probably been bent over, on her feet for more than 20 minutes. But The Donald was scheduled to speak for an hour and a half, and he was just warming up, as was I. I pulled out of her, and hitching my pants up with one hand, I walked in front of her. I stood her up, and kissed her again, pulling her naked crotch against mine. Then I turned the chair around and sat on it, facing her, my pants dropping to my ankles. I leaned back, holding my cock upright, and waited for her. She gave me a look, almost as if she was going to call me on my brazenness. With a devilish smile she stepped forward and straddled me, slowly lowering herself onto my ready pole. She reached down and opened herself up, spreading her lips and once I was positioned just right, sliding down my length. God, it felt good. I put my trust into the sturdiness of the heavy duty folding chair, and used my hands to lift her ass up and down, slowly screwing her with about half my length. She leaned in and started kissing me again, all over my face and neck, then covering my mouth with hers. We stopped moving, our bodies merged, and our lips and tongues explored each other's mouths for an eternity, while Trump talked about seizing opportunities. I would have made him proud. I lost myself in that kiss, and slowly coming out of it found her rocking up and down on my cock, tugging at it with her pussy, her muscles down there teasing me, squeezing me, begging me to give her more. My young blonde entrepreneur stood up, and then knelt before me and lowered her face to my lap. I spread my legs invitingly, while looking down at the ground. I was glad we were on a carpeted runner. Purely selfish reasons. I knew it would be more comfortable on her knees, meaning this might last more than just a few seconds. I needn't have worried. She was teasing in her oral, caressing, kissing, licking, blowing softly, but avoiding taking me into her mouth. She was a consummate tease. She must have spent five minutes at this before she rose up high on her knees, placed her mouth directly above me, and slowly pushed down, her mouth spread wide, as she took the better part of my hard-on into her mouth. She had a small mouth, and my thickness filled her. She looked so sexy, her head slowly bobbing up and down, while her hand's index finger and thumb created a ring half-way around my shaft, stroking me in counterpoint to her lips. She was still wearing her rectangular 'Lennon' type glasses, and she peered at me over the top of them. I was tensing up. This was feeling, and looking, too good. I could feel a load building up in my balls, begging for release. My seminar goddess slowly, teasingly, pulled her head off my cock. She kept stroking me, using all her fingers, and moving a little faster. She straightened up and pulled my face forward to hers. She kissed me, sweetly this time, lovingly. Then she leaned in and whispered to me, but I couldn't hear it for the noise, which had just exploded in response to some comment of Trumps. I gave her a quizzical look and she smiled. "Come in my mouth," she said louder this time, smiling for me. Taking my astounded look for consent, she went back to blowing me, sucking me aggressively, fucking her face on my cock. I didn't need any more encouragement, and before the next burst of applause could die down, I was exploding. I felt my cum shoot powerfully, and she pulled her head back, until just the head was buried between those carefully made-up lips. Her hand stroked my cock, milking out the shots. I felt her gag a bit, but gamely she continued, swallowing a load, while still taking all I had to give her. I don't know how much I came, put it was harder and longer than I could remember for ages. I don't come like a porn star, especially not at my age, but this hearkened back to when I was in my early twenties, at the peak of my game. When I finally pumped out the last, she squeezed out every drop she could with her hands, stroking me firmly from the base, up. Then she eased her pretty face off my cock. She smiled, and climbed into my lap. She leaned forward, and her face just inches from mine, she opened her mouth to show a small white puddle on her teasing, talented tongue. Her eyes sparkled, and she waited, obviously intent on the sound of the crowd. After a few seconds, to a sprinkle of applause, she closed her mouth, smiled and swallowed. Once the applause died down, she opened her mouth and showed me the moist emptiness. She leaned in and uttered one word, "Yummy." Then she took my face in her hands and kissed me deeply, her tongue exploring every inch of my mouth, while the taste of my own ejaculate was carved into my taste buds. When she was satisfied, she pulled her lips off mine. "Is there more?" she asked, giving a telling nod and glance down into our laps. "Absolutely," I told her firmly. I eased her out of my lap, and stood her up. I then stood and turned her around to sit in the seat I had just vacated. She scooted her rear right up to the edge of the chair, lifted her legs high, and pulled her knees back almost to her armpits, reaching her arms around, and pulling them in tight. She was wickedly exposed, and I could see her pussy really clearly for the first time. She had a bikini trim, waxed clean up to the top of her little clit that was peaking out at me. A soft, short fur grew upwards in a little triangle, the outsides of which were encompassed by a bright white bikini line, almost an inch of bare white flesh framing her blonde bush. Damn, the only true blonde in Dallas. At 45 years old, I've been eating bush for more than 30 years, and I put everything I knew into pleasuring this gift from God. I ate her until my lips and tongue grew numb, and I felt her come several times, filling my mouth with her liquid mana. With my neck and mouth aching, I finally pulled away from her, and felt that my own stiffness had returned, a delightful surprise. I usually take a good while to return to action. I wasn't as hard as I'd like, but easily hard enough to try for some more. I stood, my rampant cock proclaiming it's willingness, and squatting a bit awkwardly, I fed my cock into her. While I'd eaten her, her legs had rested on my shoulders much of the time, but once again she pulled them back, her calves against her ears. She was flexible, and looked incredible. Some gym, somewhere, was doing it's job admirably. I reached around her, grasping the top edges of the chair, and by spreading my legs and extending them, I found a position that was moderately comfortable. Pushing in firmly all the way to the root, I plumbed her depths with short, slow strokes, concentrating on the incredible feeling of fucking this total stranger. The intensity of the action was returning the steel to my rod, and it wasn't long before my staff was at full mast, and my stroked lengthened until I could pull all the way out, and re-enter without any help from a willing hand. We stank of sex, and I could smell it clearly. I wondered how far the smell reached. The screwing was noisy as well, a squishy sound, interrupted with the slapping of flesh on flesh. And my amazing blonde was no longer as quiet as she'd been, talking to me while I fucked her, in words that would have shocked her mother. But the cacophony of thousands of people, listening and responding to the heavily amplified words of Mr. Trump gave a great cover, and the heavy air conditioning, blowing cold on my back from the ceiling 30 feet above, seemed up to the task of keeping our illicit tryst under wraps. I fucked her harder and faster, my balls slapping against her ass, as I punished that stretched pussy which had responded so well to my ministrations so far. She came hard, with her ankles on my shoulders, and she grabbed my head, fists buried in my hair, and pulled my face down to hers, gasping, "fuck, fuck, fuck," as she stared almost frighteningly into my eyes. Her legs tightened up, and almost pushed me off of her. As she relaxed, she let go of my hair, and pushed on my chest, moving me away. "I've got to change position," she told me softly, then kissed me warmly before kneeling on the padded seat of the chair, and bending over the back of it. She looked back at me, and smiled. "Enjoy!" Damn. What a woman. It looked so good, I had to taste her again. I just licked her easily, then played with her ass a bit, sucking and tonguing her there, before I stood up and went for the gold. Her ass was the perfect height, and although it took a little work to get my meat back into her bright red pussy, the added friction of having her legs together was incredible. It started out as a long leisurely fuck, while I listened to the words of Trump for the first time in over an hour. I pumped her thoroughly, my entire length enjoying the full extent of her fleshy well. I grabbed her skirt, still hoisted around her waist, and used it for leverage, fucking her harder and harder until the chair started crawling across the floor. I got a perverse joy in fucking her about four feet across that space until her face was only about a foot from where the walls met at the end, and we could see through the gap. By shifting just a bit, we could see The Donald holding court at his podium. I licked my thumb and slowly worked it into her ass. She was tight, as I'd expected, but it was fun to watch my cock piercing her, and her little butt hole opening up to my ministrations. I was getting ready to come again, a pleasant surprise in itself, but I didn't know what to do. Should I finish in her? Pull out and come on her? I had to do something soon. I did the only sensible thing. I stopped and leaned forward, speaking into her ear, pretty loudly to overcome the noise of the crowd, as Donald had just announced he was ready to take questions, and a swarm of people started gathering into two lines to wait for a chance to beg of his knowledge. "I'm going to come soon," I told her, holding very still, to avoid coming right then and there, potentially in a very dangerous place. She wiggled her hips. "It's safe." It was all I needed. Before the first question was out of some busty woman's mouth, I was creaming my gorgeous blonde CEO's insides, squirting several times into her unbelievably accommodating pussy. Buried as deeply as possible, I stood shaking, squeezing the last of my juices out inside of her. I pulled out, my cock red and sore. I couldn't remember the last time I'd gone on that long fucking and sucking. I was suddenly very conscious of the fact that I'd fucked this total stranger without a condom, and was feeling worrisome about it. Of course it wasn't until after the fact that I showed even a modicum of sense about that. I retrieved our clothing from the floor, passing her the red panties (which would have looked silly on me) and put on my boxers and pants, over my sticky wet cock, before sitting on the chair and lacing on my shoes. I looked up and she was standing before me, with an enigmatic little smile twisting those sensuous, pleasure giving lips. I stood and she flowed into my arms for just a moment giving me a hug. "That was fantastic," she told me. "Oh no," I laughed loudly. "It was much better than that. I'm sorry if you missed anything The Donald said." She pulled my face down to hers and kissed me again. Tenderly this time. Then she pulled away. "I have to go back. I told Wallace I'd meet him at the back after Trump was done." I let go of her, giving her ass one last squeeze, then pushed the cloth divider out of the way. I made sure my VIP pass was facing forward, and walked back into the crush of moving people. I never bothered looking to see if there were any astonished faces glancing our way. My blonde bombshell walked past me back to our seats. She walked behind the seats, leaned over, giving me one last look at that incredible butt, easily her best feature, and grabbed her tote bag. Then she walked away, never looking back, while the audience continued to pepper Trump with questions. I don't know why she behaved as she did when I sat next to her. Leaning against me, touching me constantly, giving me sultry looks, and talking to me jokingly. I'll probably never know, now. It was something unlike anything I'd ever experienced, and it resulted in an encounter I'll never forget. By Tx Tall Tales for Literotica

TXOGA Talks
Episode 22: 2024 TXOGA Lone Star Energy Forum: Legislative Panel

TXOGA Talks

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2025 45:02


In this episode, TXOGA President Todd Staples and Shana Joyce, Vice President of Government and Regulatory Affairs, discuss the Association's annual Lone Star Energy Forum held in November 2024.In addition, they play the video footage of the panel discussion, “Lone Star Leadership: Navigating the 89th Legislative Landscape,” featuring State Senators Bryan Hughes, Charles Perry and César Blanco, moderated by Kari Gibson, Manager of State Government Affairs for the Lower 48 State Region for ConocoPhillips. The panelists provided insights into the upcoming 89th Legislative Session, highlighting their legislative priorities as well as potential legislation to expand water and electricity infrastructure to meet the needs of a rapidly growing Texas.--TXOGA: TXOGA Lone Star Energy Forum Features 66th U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice and Governor Greg Abbott

TXOGA Talks
Episode 21: 2024 TXOGA Lone Star Energy Forum: Mexico Panel

TXOGA Talks

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2025 44:00


In this episode, TXOGA President Todd Staples and Shana Joyce, Vice President of Government and Regulatory Affairs, discuss the Association's annual Lone Star Energy Forum held in November 2024.In addition, they play the video footage of the panel discussion, “A New Administration & Mexico's Energy Industry,” moderated by Antonio Garza, Former U.S. Ambassador to Mexico, and featuring Carlos Garcia, Senior Vice President of Latin America Commercial Operations at Valero, and Francisco de Rosenzweig, Former Deputy Minister of Foreign Trade at the Ministry of the Economy for Mexico. The panelists provided insights into how the election of President Claudia Sheinbaum will affect the energy sector and working relationships across Mexico, Texas, and the United States.--TXOGA: TXOGA Lone Star Energy Forum Features 66th U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice and Governor Greg Abbott

ChrisCast
No Lady Presidents

ChrisCast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2024 124:59


In this thought-provoking episode of The Chris Abraham Show, Chris and co-host ChatGPT delve into the multifaceted themes of identity, leadership, and cultural belonging. The conversation examines the paths women take to leadership across different political systems, the challenges minority communities face in the U.S., and the broader implications of self-segregation, assimilation, and cultural pride. Chris brings his unique perspective to a dynamic dialogue that blends historical insights, theoretical scenarios, and personal reflections. This episode explores the intersection of leadership, identity, and cultural preservation. Starting with an analysis of how women rise to power in U.S. presidential and parliamentary systems, Chris and ChatGPT discuss the implications of cultural biases and systemic barriers. The discussion transitions into an alternate history where the U.S. adopts a parliamentary system, imagining which women might have risen to power under such a framework. Finally, the conversation shifts to a fictional scenario exploring self-contained communities, the challenges of cultural preservation, and the dynamics of respect, integration, and identity. Listeners are invited to reflect on how these themes shape modern society and their implications for the future. Women Leaders and Leadership Systems: How political systems influence the paths women take to leadership. Examples like Angela Merkel (Germany) and Vigdís Finnbogadóttir (Iceland). Speculation on whether the first U.S. woman president will be conservative. Alternate History and Imagined Leadership: Hypothetical U.S. parliamentary system and potential female leaders: Abigail Adams, Eleanor Roosevelt, Shirley Chisholm, Condoleezza Rice, and Hillary Clinton. Examination of cultural biases in direct elections. Cultural Separation and Community Dynamics: The concept of self-segregation and its parallels to apartheid. Examples of thriving insular communities like the Amish and Hasidic Jews. The challenges of maintaining economic independence and intellectual sustainability. Language, Identity, and Opportunity: The impact of code-switching and patois on ADOS (American Descendants of Slavery) communities. Potential barriers created by cultural distinctiveness. Wakanda as a limited role model for ADOS people. Respect and Validation: The risks of mandated respect and the importance of genuine connection. How cultural pride and internal validation can mitigate external prejudice. Q: What inspired the discussion about women leaders? A: Chris's interest in contrasting U.S. presidential systems with parliamentary systems prompted a discussion about systemic barriers and cultural biases that affect women's paths to leadership. Q: What is ADOS, and why is it significant to the discussion? A: ADOS stands for American Descendants of Slavery. It's significant because the episode explores how this distinct cultural group navigates identity, community, and systemic challenges in the U.S. Q: Why was Wakanda mentioned? A: Wakanda was analyzed as a cultural symbol that, while inspiring, doesn't fully represent the lived experience of ADOS people in America. Q: What is the significance of code-switching in this discussion? A: Code-switching was discussed as a skill that enables cultural adaptability but can also create barriers for those unable to navigate between different cultural norms. ADOS: American Descendants of Slavery, a term used to describe Black Americans who are descendants of enslaved Africans in the United States. Code-Switching: The practice of alternating between different languages, dialects, or cultural behaviors depending on the social context. Self-Segregation: The voluntary separation of a community from the dominant culture to preserve identity and autonomy. Cultural Patois: A dialect or language variation that is distinct to a particular cultural group. Brain Drain: The emigration of highly skilled or educated individuals from a community or country. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chrisabraham/support

Guy Benson Show
Sunday Replay: Condoleezza Rice, former US Secretary of State

Guy Benson Show

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2024 27:21


Condoleezza Rice is the Tad and Dianne Taube Director of the Hoover Institution and a Senior Fellow on Public Policy. Rice served as the 66th Secretary of State of the United States, the second woman and first black woman to hold the post. Rice also served as President George W. Bush's Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs (National Security Advisor) from January 2001 to January 2005, the first woman to hold the position. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guy Benson Show
BENSON BYTE: Condoleezza Rice Weighs In on Incoming Trump Admin, Syria, and MORE

Guy Benson Show

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2024 26:10


Dr. Condoleezza Rice, the Tad and Dianne Taube Director of the Hoover Institution and former Secretary of State, joined The Guy Benson Show LIVE from the Hoover Institution to evaluate the "mixed" foreign policy legacy of the Biden administration and share her optimism about the incoming Trump team, emphasizing the importance of unity and minimal infighting among its members. She also examined Syria's uncertain future following Assad's ouster, warning against total U.S. disengagement while acknowledging the challenges posed by various power players in the region, including Turkey and Russia. Additionally, Rice discussed the endgame of the Russia-Ukraine war, stressing the need to reject any recognition of Russian territorial gains and defense guarantees for the Ukrainians (led by the Europeans). Finally, Dr. Rice shared her thoughts on the first year of the expanded college football playoffs. Listen to the full interview below! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guy Benson Show
Exclusive: Condoleezza Rice One-on-One

Guy Benson Show

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2024 123:12


The Guy Benson Show 12-12-2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The ThinkND Podcast
What Do We Owe Each Other? Part 6: The Perils of U.S. Isolationism, A Fireside Chat with Sec. Condoleezza Rice

The ThinkND Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2024 30:23


In a recent Foreign Affairs article, the 66th Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice '75 MA outlined the perils of choosing isolationism for both the United States and the global order, and offered suggestions for how to best move forward to build an effective internationalist foreign policy to meet the challenges of the current moment. As part of our exploration of this year's Notre Dame Forum theme, “What Do We Owe Each Other?”, Secretary Rice will join University President Rev. Robert A. Dowd, C.S.C., for a conversation reflecting on the path forward for our nation and the world.Thanks for listening! The ThinkND Podcast is brought to you by ThinkND, the University of Notre Dame's online learning community. We connect you with videos, podcasts, articles, courses, and other resources to inspire minds and spark conversations on topics that matter to you — everything from faith and politics, to science, technology, and your career. Learn more about ThinkND and register for upcoming live events at think.nd.edu. Join our LinkedIn community for updates, episode clips, and more.

What Black Men Like Podcast
Reality Check (Part 1): God or Money, What Do You Worship?

What Black Men Like Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2024 32:25


Mr. No Cap, Willie P and Brittney Burna are joined by (Community Leader/Organizer) Brawley, for Part 1 of our Reality Check discussions. On this episode we dive into Money, Religion and God. Topics discussed include “pimpin pastors” and scandalous churches, best practices for unifying people from different backgrounds, the obligation of black content creators to protect black businesses, Brittany Renner and dating newly religious women. Does our society worship money more than God?  Does a woman's personality override her physical attractiveness? Would you “smash” Condoleezza Rice? We answer these questions and More! Tune In To Find Out What Black Men Like!  Follow Brawley on IG: @brawleysconscience or @Above500 and check out the website above500.org   **Join Our Facebook Group** https://www.facebook.com/groups/829324589240291/?ref=share Send us your questions or feedback to whatblackmenlike@gmail.com   Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/whatblackmenlike/ YouTube Page: https://youtube.com/@WhatBlackMenLikePodcast    

Talks from the Hoover Institution
Presidential Transitions: National Security | Reimagining American Institutions | Hoover Institution

Talks from the Hoover Institution

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2024 56:03 Transcription Available


Thursday, October 24, 2024, from 10:00 - 11:00 am PT Hoover Institution | Stanford University The Hoover Institution Center for Revitalizing American Institutions is proud to announce a new webinar series called "Reimagining American Institutions." The Hoover Institution Center for Revitalizing American Institutions webinar series features speakers who are developing innovative ideas, conducting groundbreaking research, and taking important actions to improve trust and efficacy in American institutions. Speaker expertise and topics span governmental institutions, civic organizations and practice, and the role of public opinion and culture in shaping our democracy. The webinar series builds awareness about how we can individually and collectively revitalize American institutions to ensure our country's democracy delivers on its promise. In part two of our series on presidential transitions, Stephen Hadley, national security advisor, speaks with Condoleezza Rice, director of the Hoover Institution and national security advisor and secretary of state, about how an effective changing of the guard is critical to national security. Hadley will highlight advice from Hand-Off, an edited volume of thirty declassified National Security Council memoranda prepared by experts to smooth the transition between the Bush and Obama administrations. This conversation will focus on what must happen in the upcoming transition to ensure the United States is kept secure from national security threats posed by China, Russia, the Middle East, terrorism, proliferation, cybersecurity pandemics, and climate change—concerns that dominate America's national security and foreign policy.

C-SPAN Radio - Washington Today
Condoleezza Rice & Stephen Hadley discuss presidential administration transition national security concerns

C-SPAN Radio - Washington Today

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2024 51:05


Condoleezza Rice and Stephen Hadley on presidential administration transition national security concerns; Kamala Harris gets more Republican endorsements; Donald Trump campaigns in Georgia; third-party presidential debate with Green, Libertarian, Constitution Party nominees; interview with Washington Post's Gerrit De Vynck on Biden Administration's Artificial Intelligence national security memorandum. (34) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Uncommon Knowledge
Which Way, America? Condoleezza Rice on America's Foreign Policy Challenges | Uncommon Knowledge | Peter Robinson | Hoover Institution

Uncommon Knowledge

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2024 51:10


Condoleezza Rice is the Tad and Dianne Taube Director of the Hoover Institution and a former US secretary of state and national security advisor in the George W. Bush administration. Rice joins Uncommon Knowledge with Peter Robinson at a perilous moment for the United States and the world at large, even more dangerous than the Cold War, Rice argues. Drawing on her recent article in Foreign Affairs, Rice highlights the complex threats posed by global powers including China, Russia, and Iran. The conversation delves into China's economic and military growth, Russia's war in Ukraine, and Iran's nuclear ambitions, while assessing the United States' preparedness to face these challenges. Rice reflects on the strategic errors made in integrating China into the global economy and raises concerns about the potential for future conflicts, particularly in Taiwan and the broader Indo-Pacific region. Rice emphasizes the need for American leadership in a world threatened by authoritarian regimes, arguing that the US cannot afford to retreat from the world stage. The interview concludes with a discussion on the upcoming election, with Rice offering advice to candidates and voters alike on the importance of considering foreign policy in determining America's future. Recorded on October 17, 2024. OF FURTHER INTEREST: Bret Baier (Fox News) Interview on September 2, 2024 Atlantic Council Event on September 24, 2024 Foreign Affairs Podcast on September 27, 2024 Brian Kilmeade Show on October 9, 2024 Dana Perino (Fox News) Interview on October 9, 2024 16 News Now (WNDU Indiana) Interview on October 11, 2024 Firing Line with Margaret Hoover (PBS) Interview on October 11, 2024

SpyCast
The FBI Hostage Negotiator - with Chris Voss

SpyCast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2024 72:07


Summary Chris Voss (X; LinkedIn) joins Andrew (X; LinkedIn) to discuss the art of negotiation. Chris formerly served as the FBI lead international hostage negotiator.  What You'll Learn Intelligence The very basics of negotiation, including the phrase “Never split the difference” The art of Tactical Empathy  Case studies from Chris' career, including the Dos Palmas kidnappings Techniques in ethical interrogation Reflections Pressure makes diamonds Human nature & understanding “the other side” And much, much more … Quotes of the Week “Never take advice from somebody that you wouldn't trade places with. Never take directions from somebody who hasn't been where you're going … I'm coachable, but I know who to be coached by.” – Chris Voss.   Resources  SURFACE SKIM *SpyCasts* James Foley: Journalist, ISIS Hostage, Son with His Mother Diane Foley (2024) A CIA Psychologist on the Minds of World Leaders, Pt. 1 with Dr. Ursula Wilder (2024)  A CIA Psychologist on the Minds of World Leaders, Pt. 2 with Dr. Ursula Wilder (2024) The Counterintelligence Chief with FBI Assistant Director Alan Kohler (2023) The FBI Way - Counterintelligence Spy Chief Frank Figliuzzi (2021) DEEPER DIVE Books American Mother, C. McCann and D. Foley (Etruscan Press, 2024) The Siege, B. Macintyre (Crown, 2024) Never Split the Difference: Negotiating As If Your Life Depended On It, C. Voss & T. Raz (Harper Business, 2016) Primary Sources  A Proclamation on U.S. Hostage and Wrongful Detainee Day (2024) Executive Order on Bolstering Efforts to Bring Hostages and Wrongfully Detained United States Nationals Home (2022) FBI Hostage Rescue Team Policy Guide (2019)  DOS Foreign Affairs Manual: Hostage Taking and Kidnappings (2018) 5 Leaders of the Abu Sayyaf Group Indicted (2002) Hostage Negotiation: A Matter of Life and Death (1983)  Current Status of the Hostage Crisis and the Implications of US Policy Options (1980)  *Wildcard Resource* Want to learn even more? Check out Chris' MasterClass on the Art of Negotiation.  And while you're there, tune in to MasterClass' other intelligence and espionage-related courses featuring insights from John Douglas, Michael Morrell & more, and Condoleezza Rice.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Firing Line with Margaret Hoover
Condoleezza Rice on Israel, Ukraine, and the perils of American isolationism

Firing Line with Margaret Hoover

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2024 32:10


Former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice joins Margaret Hoover to discuss America's role in the world amid multiple crises and the dangers of retreating from global leadership. In a recent Foreign Affairs essay, Rice warned about the “perils of isolationism.” She explains why these sentiments concern her and how leaders should reframe arguments in favor of globalization and international engagement to counter them. Rice assesses the current state of the conflict in the Middle East as Israel fights Iran's proxies in Gaza and Lebanon and the threat of escalation looms. She offers insight into the weaknesses of the Iranian regime and opportunities for the U.S. and Israel to exploit them. Rice makes the case for continued U.S. support for Ukraine and for promotion of democracy more broadly, and she reflects on lessons learned from the 2006 Gaza elections that put Hamas in power.  Support for “Firing Line for Margaret Hoover” is provided by Robert Granieri, Henry & Vanessa Cornell, The Fairweather Foundation, and Al & Kathy Hubbard. Corporate funding is provided by Stephens Inc.

The Patrick Madrid Show
The Patrick Madrid Show: October 11, 2024 - Hour 2

The Patrick Madrid Show

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2024 51:07


Patrick discusses the alarming revelation that nearly 150 Catholic hospitals provide transgender surgeries and hormone therapies to minors, contradicting church teachings. He emphasizes the irreversible harm done to these children and calls on church leaders, investors, and parents to take swift, decisive action. This highlights the urgent need for accountability and moral integrity in our healthcare and religious institutions.   Nearly 150 Catholic Hospitals Provided Transgender Surgeries or Drugs to Children (00:39) Audio: Critical Race Theory takedown by Condoleezza Rice on “the View” (18:37) Kevin - Can you give some more details that purchasing stock in a company that is wrong might be bad. I assume that anyone who as invested in some of these big companies would be judged harshly. I think that is wrong. (21:42) Thomas - Why don't you care about circumcision if you are concerned with gender changes? (30:05) Erin (email) – I feel the Holy Spirit in an intense way during Communion. Do other people feel this? (35:51) Kathryn - Our child believes he is transgender. What can we do? (41:25)

The Brian Kilmeade Show Free Podcast
Harris has beers with Colbert as Milton bears down on Florida

The Brian Kilmeade Show Free Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2024 133:36


[00:00:00] Bret Baier [00:18:26] Rep. Jodey Arrington [00:36:47] Stephen Moore [00:55:10] Hung Cao [01:13:30] Condoleezza Rice [01:30:00] Martha MacCallum Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Corporate Competitor Podcast
Former United States Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice encourages you to build bridges as a leader

Corporate Competitor Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2024 40:26


REWIND EPISODE: In celebration of 200 episodes published, we are “rewinding” back to one of my favorite conversations from 2022— my interview with Dr. Condoleezza Rice. You may know her as Secretary of State, National Security Advisor, and Director of Stanford's Hoover Institution, but in this episode you will learn her background as a figure skater, tennis player, and a football savant. Her football coach father taught her so much about the game, she could break down defenses at just six years old! Our BONUS RESOURCE for this episode includes my favorite quotes from today's episode and a reflection question so you can apply today's insights.  Episode Breakdown: 3:00 The elements Condoleezza looks for when identifying a great team. 10:00 How football served as a “bridging language.” 12:00 Behind the scenes of the College Football Playoff Committee (CFP). 13:00 How serving on the CFP taught her to assess teams “with a coach's eye.” 15:00 How to be a better listener and recognize common ground. 19:00 Lessons learned from being “terrible” at figure skating. 25:00 The moment she was invited to join Augusta National Golf Club. 28:00 What she learned playing golf with Bubba Watson. 36:00 How to eliminate gossip on your team.” Looking for a speaker for your next event? From more than 30 years of interviewing and studying the greatest winners of all time Don offers these live and virtual presentations built to inspire your team towards personal and professional greatness.  Special thanks to Francisco Nunez for making this episode possible.

Talks from the Hoover Institution
Increased Prosperity On A Livable Planet | Hoover Institution

Talks from the Hoover Institution

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2024 61:11


A fireside chat with Ajay Banga, President of the World Bank Group on Tuesday, October 1, 2024 in Hauck Auditorium, Hoover Institution.  Condoleezza Rice, Director of the Hoover Institution and 66th US Secretary of State, Arun Majumdar, Jay Precourt Professor and Dean of SDSS, and Peter Blair Henry, Class of 1984 Senior Fellow at Hoover, conduct a fireside chat with President Banga on the importance of the World Bank leading "informed risk-taking" to catalyze blended (public and private) finance to fund investment in development and accelerate the energy transition.  

The Foreign Affairs Interview
The Middle East, China, and the Case Against American Isolationism

The Foreign Affairs Interview

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2024 35:23


The world Americans face today is more complicated—and dangerous—than it has been for decades. Yet there is a growing, and in many ways understandable, desire to turn inward—a sense that there is little U.S. foreign policy can do to solve problems abroad and lots it can do to make them worse. Condoleezza Rice, director of the Hoover Institution at Stanford University, argues against this impulse in a new essay in Foreign Affairs. Great powers, she writes, don't get to just mind their own business.  Rice served as national security adviser and secretary of state in the George W. Bush administration. Much of what she grappled with then—Russia's invasion of a neighbor, military collisions with China, the last major clash between Israel and Hezbollah—has worrying echoes now, especially as conflict in the Middle East threatens to spiral into a wider war. You can find transcripts and more episodes of The Foreign Affairs Interview at https://www.foreignaffairs.com/podcasts/foreign-affairs-interview. 

America at a Crossroads
Dana Stroul and Michael Singh with Warren Olney | Israel in Crisis Briefing #18

America at a Crossroads

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2024 61:41


The featured speakers for this program, Dana Stroul and Michael Singh,both previously advised American presidents and secretaries of state onthe Middle East. They are now on the faculty of The Washington Institute(TWI), for Near East Policy, a pro-Israel American think tank based inWashington, D.C., focused on the foreign policy of the United States in theNear East.Dana Stroul served under President Biden as Deputy Assistant Secretaryof Defense for the Middle East, the pentagon's top civilian official withresponsibility for the region. Currently, Stroul is Director of Research andSenior Fellow of TWI.Michael Singh was Senior Director for Middle East Affairs in the PresidentGeorge W. Bush White House; prior to that position Singh was a director onthe National security Council staff and served as special assistant toSecretaries of State Colin Powell and Condoleeza Rice. Currently, sing isa Managing Director and Senior Fellow at TWI.Stroul and Singh will discuss the current war in Gaza and the broaderquestion of Israel-Palestinian relations and prospects for peace. They willbe in conversation with award winning broadcast journalist Warren Olney.

Conspiracy Social Club AKA Deep Waters
September 11th Was A National Tragedy

Conspiracy Social Club AKA Deep Waters

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2024 78:35


Sam and Dylan are back to break down 9/11, Condoleezza Rice, Condoleezza Rice coaching the Browns, Kamala Harris' magical earrings and more. Download the Draft Kings Sports Book App and use promo code CSC Tickets to see Sam and the UNCENSORED SPECIAL QUIET at samtripoli.com Follow Dylan here - https://www.instagram.com/dylanpetewrenn/ Go to MagicMind.com/DeepWaters and use promo code DEEP WATERS PATREON IS HERE! Subscribe at Patreon.com/AkaDeepWaters for uncensored episodes and one EXTRA EPISODE every week! DM your conspiracy videos to @akadeepwaters on Instagram - https://instagram.com/akadeepwaters?i... Check out BAD TV - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...

Bret Baier's All-Star Panel
One On One: Former U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice

Bret Baier's All-Star Panel

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2024 21:46


In her recent Foreign Affairs Magazine essay, 'The Perils of Isolationism,' former U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice emphasizes the symbiotic importance of America's relationship with other major powers in the world. However, amidst aggression from China, ongoing tension between Russia and Ukraine, and a mounting sense of unease in the Middle East — how can America continue maintaining its global leadership and influence while ensuring conflict across the globe doesn't worsen? Also, in a heated election cycle, how important of an issue will foreign policy end up being?  Former Secretary Rice joins Bret to answer these pressing questions and go further in-depth about where America stands on the world stage.   Follow Bret on X: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Start With A Win
Lead Like a Champion: Don Yaeger on Translating Sports Greatness into Business Success

Start With A Win

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2024 33:27


In this captivating episode of Start With a Win, host Adam Contos invites listeners to explore the profound connection between leadership and the power of sports. Joined by the legendary Don Yaeger, a master storyteller and leadership expert, the discussion delves into how high-performance teamwork in sports can seamlessly translate into the business world. Don, who has worked with iconic figures like Walter Payton and John Wooden, shares insights from his journey and reveals how the best THIS not only captivate but inspire actionable change. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to harness the power of narrative to lead with impact and connect on a deeper level.Don Yaeger is an award-winning keynote speaker, twelve-time New York Times best-selling author, and host of the top-rated Corporate Competitor Podcast. With a career spanning roles as Storyteller in Residence for National Geographic, Executive Leadership Coach, and longtime Associate Editor for Sports Illustrated, Don is recognized as one of America's most provocative thought leaders. Renowned figures like John Maxwell and Simon Sinek have praised him as the best storyteller they've ever worked with, a reputation that has earned him invitations to major talk shows, including Oprah and Good Morning America.In 2020, Don launched the Corporate Competitor Podcast, which quickly became a top-rated show in America and by 2022, was listed by Spotify in the top five percent of the most followed and shared podcasts worldwide. He has interviewed high-profile guests such as former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice and CEOs of major companies like Disney and Delta Airlines. Don resides in Tallahassee, Florida, with his wife, Jeanette, and their two children.⚡️FREE RESOURCE:

Dinner Party History
Dinner with Muammar Gaddafi

Dinner Party History

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2024 56:41


Trigger warning: everything Why did they call Gaddafi "Mad Dog"? Why was he so obsessed with Condoleezza Rice? Did he really have a freezer filled with all of his enemies? Today, Fatou and Maz discuss Gaddafi's 40-year reign of terror in Libya! Email: DinnerPartyHistoryPod@gmail.com Where to Find Us: DPH Instagram Fatou's Instagram Fatou's Tiktok Maz's Instagram Maz's Tiktok

Beg to Differ with Mona Charen
We Have Lift-Off

Beg to Differ with Mona Charen

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2024 70:32


Nick Grossman joins the group to discuss Biden's exit and Harris's rise, her strengths and weaknesses, VP possibilities, GOP blues, and Bibi's speech and protests. Highlights / Lowlights Nicholas's highlight: Biden's address to the nation. Nicholas's lowlight: Netanyahu's address to Congress. Mona's highlight: The Olympics You Remember Are Back Damon's highlight: The collective meltdown of right wing influencers who invented the "is Biden Dead?" conspiracy. Bill's highlight: Harris steps out on Israel as she navigates Biden and Netanyahu (Edward-Isaac Dovere, CNN) Linda's highlight: Fireside Chat with Condoleezza Rice and Robert M. Gates

Boomer & Gio
Moment Of The Day

Boomer & Gio

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2024 5:02


Moment of The Day involved Chris Russo having a hard time pronouncing Condoleezza Rice.

Boomer & Gio
Giants On Hard Knocks Off Season; Daboll Drops Pounds; Hair Removal Tips; Matthew Stafford's Tricky Wife; Russo Moment; Timberlake DWI (Hour 4)

Boomer & Gio

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2024 42:02


We are not going to get any juicy stuff from Hard Knocks Off Season with the NY Giants. They get final say on what gets out there. Brian Daboll looks like he lost 80 pounds and looks great. C-Mac is worried that sometimes when big coaches lose weight they lose their mojo. Boomer said coaches put on weight because of stress. We also talked more about laser hair removal and shaving your back. C-Lo returns for his final update of the day and Boomer wonders why Al keeps putting up back hair calls. A caller said he waxes his wife. Matthew Stafford's wife, Kelly,once dated his backup QB at Georgia to make him jealous. The Moment of The Day involved Chris Russo having a hard time pronouncing Condoleezza Rice. In the final segment of the week, we talked about Justin Timberlake getting a DWI. Boomer said he met him a few times on the golf course.

Boomer & Gio
JJ McCarthy's First Pitch Fail; Orioles Call Of Win Over Yanks; Luis Gil Speaks; Chris Russo Pronunciations; Bill Belichick; Kids At Restaurants (Hour 2)

Boomer & Gio

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2024 39:06


Boomer watched JJ McCarthy throw out a first pitch from a Twins game and it did not look good. Boomer thinks that's a bad sign for Gio and the Vikings fans. He also ‘skipped' off the mound after throwing it. He looked ‘dainty' on the mound. Gio went to a driving range yesterday and thought he was on a hidden camera show because this beautiful woman in a mini skirt was at the range and had no idea what she was doing. C-Lo returns for an update and has the Orioles radio calls as they beat the Yankees 17-5. Boomer talked about the Yankees eventually shutting down Luis Gil. We also talked about Evan Roberts trying to dress more like an adult. Chris Russo had a hard time pronouncing Condoleezza Rice. He also chimed in on Bill Belichick dating a 24 year old. Boomer wonders if this hurts Belichick's chances at getting a head coaching job next year. In the final segment of the hour, Gio said he may need a break from going to restaurants. Al tweeted a few weeks ago that he was done with him, and Gio might be done with them as well. They talked about going to restaurants with little kids and how kids only have a short time span where they don't start going crazy in the place.

Boomer & Gio
Boomer & Gio Podcast (WHOLE SHOW)

Boomer & Gio

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2024 157:23


Hour 1 The Baltimore Orioles absolutely spanked the Yankees yesterday and seem to have their number this season. Gio wonders if they're the new Red Sox, Rays or Astros, meaning the team that will stand in the way of the Yankees winning it all. Gio called it a ‘wake up call' spot and not a ‘panic' spot. Boomer said if the Yankees don't win it all this year, they should not sign Juan Soto because he was supposed to be the difference maker. Then the Mets can sign Soto instead. Boomer said there is now a blueprint to beat the Yankees. C-Lo is in for Jerry and is here for his first update of the day and he starts with the Orioles beating the Yankees 17-5. The Yanks are only 2-5 against the Orioles this season. Gleyber Torres left with a groin injury, which still confuses Al. ‘Where is the groin? Do women have groins?' In the final segment of the hour, Gio tells the story of a run in with a homeless man with a stocking over his face and intern Anthony from upstairs. A caller wonders why Boomer is so fired up this morning.  Hour 2 Boomer watched JJ McCarthy throw out a first pitch from a Twins game and it did not look good. Boomer thinks that's a bad sign for Gio and the Vikings fans. He also ‘skipped' off the mound after throwing it. He looked ‘dainty' on the mound. Gio went to a driving range yesterday and thought he was on a hidden camera show because this beautiful woman in a mini skirt was at the range and had no idea what she was doing. C-Lo returns for an update and has the Orioles radio calls as they beat the Yankees 17-5. Boomer talked about the Yankees eventually shutting down Luis Gil. We also talked about Evan Roberts trying to dress more like an adult. Chris Russo had a hard time pronouncing Condoleezza Rice. He also chimed in on Bill Belichick dating a 24 year old. Boomer wonders if this hurts Belichick's chances at getting a head coaching job next year. In the final segment of the hour, Gio said he may need a break from going to restaurants. Al tweeted a few weeks ago that he was done with him, and Gio might be done with them as well. They talked about going to restaurants with little kids and how kids only have a short time span where they don't start going crazy in the place.  Hour 3 The Lakers are hiring JJ Redick as their new head coach. Gio can't understand how these guys get hired with zero head coaching experience. Boomer said, ‘this is destined for failure, you would think'. A woman calls and asks if Gio shaves his own back or if his wife does it. Gio does it himself with a ‘mangroomer'. C-Lo returns for an update but first Boomer wonders if he's going to do the bike tour in exchange for golf clubs. C-Lo starts with the Cardinals/Giants games as a tribute to the negro leagues. Reggie Jackson was interviewed during the game and talked about his experience in baseball in regards to race. In the final segment of the hour, the ‘Nuttin Butt Azz' basketball tournament scheduled for a Newark high school has been canceled.  Hour 4 We are not going to get any juicy stuff from Hard Knocks Off Season with the NY Giants. They get final say on what gets out there. Brian Daboll looks like he lost 80 pounds and looks great. C-Mac is worried that sometimes when big coaches lose weight they lose their mojo. Boomer said coaches put on weight because of stress. We also talked more about laser hair removal and shaving your back. C-Lo returns for his final update of the day and Boomer wonders why Al keeps putting up back hair calls. A caller said he waxes his wife. Matthew Stafford's wife, Kelly,once dated his backup QB at Georgia to make him jealous. The Moment of The Day involved Chris Russo having a hard time pronouncing Condoleezza Rice. In the final segment of the week, we talked about Justin Timberlake getting a DWI. Boomer said he met him a few times on the golf course.

3 Martini Lunch
Condi's School Choice Mic Drop, DOJ Hounds Trans Surgery Whistleblower, Deficits Quickly Snowballing

3 Martini Lunch

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2024 19:18


UnHerd DC Corresponden and Breaking Points co-host Emily Jashinsky is in for Jim. Today, Emily and Greg discuss former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice's brilliant defense of school choice, the Justice Department's's persecution of Dr. Eithan Haim for blowing the whistle on sex-change surgeries happening on minors in Texas Children's Hospital, andthe sky-high national deficit that continues to mount.First, they applaud Condoleezza Rice's incisive criticism of the left's hypocrisy when it opposes school choice. Rice aptly observes that elites who oppose school choice often send their own children to expensive public schools.Next, they examine the chilling reality that Dr. Eithan Haim exposed at Texas Children's Hospital: minors are being given sex-change surgeries, though the hospital previously claimed that this was not happening. Emily and Greg tear into the DOJ's obvious political targeting of Dr. Haim, alleging HIPAA violations though Dr. Haim took every care not to reveal the identity of patients.Finally, they toast a double-fisted crazy martini to the $24 trillion deficit that the government will run over the next decade, thanks to out-of-control and ineffective spending. They also consider the steep interest  payments on the debt that taxpayers will face in the coming years.Please visit our great sponsors:Moinkhttps://moinkbox.com/martiniVisit today to get one year of the best Bacon you'll ever taste free. Lumenhttps://lumen.meTake the next step in improving your health.  Use code 3ML at checkout to save 15%.

Red Eye Radio
6-20-24 Part 1 School board craziness in Texas

Red Eye Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2024 148:19


In part one of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, the pure insanity of the left on display at a school board meeting in Brownsville, Texas. Condi Rice nails the school choice argument in 60 seconds. Comedian Louis C. K's mindset is an example of many on the left...that it shouldn't be so great here in the U.S. Biden administration creates a task force to mitigate the risks of cheap fake videos. The Huffington Post is smearing Taylor Swift as anti-feminist. Emerson College low fall enrollment numbers a result of pro-terrorist protesters. Pollster Frank Luntz says there could be a hidden anger vote that surprises everyone on election day. Democrats are worried the Biden campaign is focusing on the wrong things.  For more talk on the issues that matter to you, listen on radio stations across America Monday-Friday 12am-5am CT (1am-6am ET and 10pm-3am PT), download the RED EYE RADIO SHOW app, asking your smart speaker, or listening at RedEyeRadioShow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ricochet Audio Network Superfeed
Three Martini Lunch: Condi’s School Choice Mic Drop, DOJ Hounds Trans Surgery Whistleblower, Deficits Quickly Snowballing (#3433)

The Ricochet Audio Network Superfeed

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2024


UnHerd DC Corresponden and Breaking Points co-host Emily Jashinsky is in for Jim. Today, Emily and Greg discuss former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice’s brilliant defense of school choice, the Justice Department’s’s persecution of Dr. Eithan Haim for blowing the whistle on sex-change surgeries happening on minors in Texas Children’s Hospital, andthe sky-high national deficit […]

Post Corona
Bonus Episode: Will the Middle East Be Unrecognizable? - with Jared Cohen

Post Corona

Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2024 51:21


Jared Cohen is Co-Head of the Office of Applied Innovation and President of Global Affairs at Goldman Sachs. He also serves on the Management Committee of the firm. Jared is also the most senior Goldman executive to visit Israel since October 7. But Jared did not just visit Israel – and meet with a range of senior Israeli political leaders and security officials – he also was in Ramallah, in the West Bank to meet Palestinian Authority officials and Jordan – just before Jordan participated in the extraordinary multi-national defense of Israel, despite tense relations between the Israeli and Jordanian governments. And since then, Jared has traveled extensively throughout the Persian Gulf States, where he has a long history of deep relationships. It was interesting to get a fresh take from Jared on this region in transition. Prior to joining Goldman, Jared was an executive at Alphabet, before which he was Google's first Director of Ideas and Chief Advisor to Google's then CEO and Executive Chairman Eric Schmidt. From 2006 to 2010, he served as a member of the Secretary of State's Policy Planning Staff and as a close advisor to both Condoleezza Rice and Hillary Clinton. Jared is a New York Times bestselling author of six books, including "One Hundred Days of Silence: America and the Rwanda Genocide," "Children of Jihad," "The New Digital Age: Transforming Nations, Business, and our Lives," which he co-authored with Eric Schmidt, and, most recently, "Life After Power: Seven Presidents and their Search for Purpose Beyond the White House," which you can order here: https://tinyurl.com/5xm8v7ft OR https://tinyurl.com/2ua6mzjd Paper discussed in this episode: "The rise of geopolitical swing states" -- https://www.goldmansachs.com/intelligence/pages/the-rise-of-geopolitical-swing-states.html

The Jimmy Dore Show
Establishment SUDDENLY Turns Against Israel!

The Jimmy Dore Show

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2024 58:38


While establishment support for the Israeli assault on Gaza has been nearly unanimous, a few Squad members notwithstanding, additional fissures have recently emerged in that wall of consensus. Specifically, the list of Israel critics has recently added prominent powerful figures including Elizabeth Warren, Nancy Pelosi, Richard Haass and even an advisor to former Bush administration official Condoleezza Rice. Guest host Russell Dobular is joined by Due Dissidence's Keaton Weiss and Jimmy Dore to discuss just what might have sparked this recent volte-face from former Israel hard-liners. Plus segments on The Young Turks' host Cenk Uygur teasing support for RFK Jr. in the upcoming presidential election before calling for “sure winner” Jon Stewart to jump into the race and former Obama administration Defense Secretary Leon Panetta tacitly accusing Israel of war crimes.