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POP OFF ten hours of uninterrupted bubbles and assorted popping. Chill vinyl pops, soda pops, popcorn, bubbles, and a dash of drift. Whether you're studying, working, reading, sleeping, or unwinding after a long day, this immersive ambient soundscape provides the perfect background soundtrack. No talking, no interruptions—just pure poppin' vibes. Ignore the World. _______As I was working on the title for this week's episode, I kept thinking of a comedic moment from media that I couldn't place... maybe cartoons? Where a doofus character keeps obnoxiously shouting “POP OFF!” Oh, where are my manners? Welcome back to the section no one pays attention to. The uncommon ambience episode description! I am Mr. Ambience.What? Do you want me to write up some immersive episode description? I have assembled a collection of popping sounds for ten hours—I don't think anyone wants to read an old doofus' poetic affectation. "You are in a null space and in front of you is a soda bottle, if you drink it you will float..."I would rather be inane in here. When I turned 23, I decided my ultimate mission on earth was to achieve the pinnacle of dumb. Not stupid, I like dumb. Dumb is low stakes—simultaneously funny and unfunny. The Tao of Dumb—thats what I wanted and still strive for. And that's not to say I like that 23-year-old me. I've seen postings on LinkedIn, “I wish I had a Time Machine to go back and tell my younger self, you're ok…” Like that might work for virtuous people—if I had access to my younger self, I would slap the **** out of me. It'd be Looper without murder or hovering motorcycles.“POP OFF!” What cartoon or movie was that from? And then it came to me—like seeing someone pushing an expensive stroller, and you peek in for the cuteness and there's a ****** dog. Or a plastic baby.I'm thinking of Pat Conroy's The Lords of Discipline. “POP OFF” was what the cadre shouted at freshmen when they wanted freshmen to speak... while hazing them at the Carolina Military Institute.If you want to read a visceral horror novel masked as a not particularly compelling mystery (Conroy tells us about the guy who would have evidence on “the ten” early in the book and only a betrayal would force the main character to seek it, mystery solved)—read The Lords of Discipline. And I don't want to undersell the mystery aspect of the book, because it isn't the star. The institution is the star (and i suspect a trauma dump from the author).If Anton Chigurh was an institution of higher learning...The Carolina Military Institute lashes out at those who question it. In the story, the protagonist recalls approaching his dorm during his freshman year, where his orientation leaders are waiting for him at a table. He's a new student and has some questions about what to do after checking in—and is punched for asking.It's a horror novel. Imagine enrolling in a 1970s-era South Carolina military college (that's just getting around to integration) and the ruthless hazing that awaits. This is old school military school terror.Conroy is a favorite author of mine. He gives such a lush rendering to his scenes. The spaces he describes are immersive, making it all the more jarring when transitioning from the opulence and architectural beauty of South of Broad to the engulfing ick of hazing in a scalding-hot shower room.We're heading into spooky season, so if you want to be traumatized this fall, pick up The Lords of Discipline. (A better title would have been, Don't Tell Mom the Institute Murdered Me).PS: If you're looking for a tenuous 90's hiphop connection to this week's episode (that's fun and won't traumatize you) check out Bubblin' by CRU.
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Fr Eamonn McCarthy and Matthias Connery continue their read-through of Pope Leo XIV's Magnifica Humanitas, tracing how Laudato Si', Fratelli Tutti and Dignitas Infinita feed into the Church's response to artificial intelligence. They dwell on the claim that human dignity is infinite, unconditional and impossible to erase — no matter the circumstance. Listen to more […] L'articolo Can We Lose Our Human Dignity? – Magnifica Humanitas – Church Wisdom with Fr Eamonn McCarthy & Matthias Conroy proviene da Radio Maria.
The Journey 194. Planes, Drugs, and the JFK Assasination with Tosh Plumlee and Bill ConroyTrineDay socialsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/trinedaypress Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trinedaypress X: https://x.com/TrineDay YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TrineDay The Journey 194. Planes, Drugs and the JFK Assasination with Tosh Plumlee and Bill Conroy. In this episode, Kris Millegan and Todd Baumann speak with Robert Tosh Plumlee and Bill Conroy, about their books, Deep Cover, Shallow Graves (Tosh Plumlee) and The Great Pretense (Bill Conroy) and the information surrounding Planes, Drugs, and the JFK Assassination. Bill Conroy's 40-year journalism career has focused heavily on investigative reporting — as an editor-in-chief, managing editor and reporter. His work has been published online and in print for a range of publications, including daily newspapers; alternative and business weeklies; magazines; and national online publications, such as the Daily Beast, Narco News and Housing Wire. He also have appeared in investigative documentaries aired by major networks, including the BBC, CNBC, the History Channel, Prime Video and Al Jazeera-Europe. Robert "Tosh" Plumlee, a former contract operative for the CIA, and Ralph Pezzullo, a New York Times bestselling author, guide us on an incredible journey through a no-man's land of political intrigue and covert CIA and Pentagon military operations sanctioned by the White House. Plumlee was born in 1937. At 14, he joined the Texas 49th Armored Division at Dallas's Love Field Airport, despite being underage. Later, in 1954, he transferred to the regular army and was attached to the 4th Army at Fort Bliss, Texas. Eventually, he was reassigned to the 4th Army Reserve a specialized Military Intelligence Unit at Dallas Love Field. He obtained his pilot's license in 1956 and soon after began working as a pilot for clandestine CIA aviation companies, which were CIA front companies transporting arms to Cuba before Castro took power. 1956-63. Miami Florida From approximately 1962 to 1963, he was assigned to a specialized Task Force, TF-W Section—C-7 tab B and D, known as the Cuban Project, which operated from the JM/WAVE station in Miami, Florida's Cuba Desk of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA). The Cuban Project. Some years later, after a brief retirement from military life (1963 to 1974), in 1983, he was reactivated. He became an undercover operative and contract pilot for the federal government during President Reagan's Drug War. He was assigned to a secret team known as the 'America-Mexico Special Operations Group' (“AMSOG”), headquartered at the Panama Southern Command as a pilot, where he became associated with the Contra Resupply Network. Mr. Plumlee has testified in closed-door sessions to various Senate and Congressional Subcommittees. In 1964, shortly after President Kennedy's assassination, he gave testimony to the Director of the FBI, J. Edgar Hoover; in 1975-76, he also testified in a closed-door session to Senator Church, classified Top Secret; and he gave testimony in 1978 to Congressmen Tom Downing's investigators before the HSCA was formed. In 1990-91, he gave sworn testimony to Senator John Kerry's Committee and twice to the Senate Foreign Relations Committee; and the Senate Intelligence Committee, August 2, 1991, and May 7-15, 1992. His testimony to these committees was also classified Top Secret Committee Sensitive. Mr. Plumlee worked undercover operations for the Arizona Tri-State Task Force and later testified to the Drug Task Force committee in New Mexico, chaired by Arizona Governor Bruce Babbitt.
Marcus undertakes an emergency mercy flight to Washington DC to comfort and counsel Department of War deputy Elbridge Colby, stunned by the stab in the back from America's Aussie ally on American access to a sub base in Western Australia. After telling Americans and the world that US subs use of the base had always been time limited and would end in 2032, Mr Conroy undertook an intense self-criticism session. Demonstrating his flexibility, he then directly contradicted himself on instruction from his Party senior, Deputy Prime Minister Marles. But the damage was done. It turns out America is just the most recent nation to experience the dangers of trusting Australian officials on anything to do with submarines.Beyond the support session for Mr Colby, the Grumpies find time to assess the Australian Defence organisation's latest achievements in transparency, contrasting these with the fresh approach of the local Canberra Integrity Commission that names everyone involved in a corrupt multi-million dollar construction program - because that is in the public interest. Meanwhile, the Federal government is fighting to not release unclassified information about nuclear waste plans, and Defence is suppressing the name of a senior officer facing allegations of financial and other misconduct.The episode ends with an assessment of prime minister Albanese's attempt at national leadership on AI, which is mystifying in its failure to engage with almost all the key issues.
Hamas militants and other Palestinian militias will purportedly lay down their arms under a deal designed to bring peace to the Middle East. Plus, runner Rose Davies makes history in Glasgow and Conroy clarifies his US subs comments. Read more: ‘Monumental step’ says Trump as Hamas agrees to disarm Rose Davies wins 5000m in thrilling finish, cyclists come to gold medal party Conroy scrambles to clarify AUKUS plan after calling time on US subsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Matthias and Father Eamonn continue their read-through of Pope Leo XIV's Magnifica Humanitas, tracing how peace, development and solidarity have been defined and clarified from Paul VI through John Paul II, Benedict XVI and Francis. The conversation turns to concentrated wealth, unaccountable tech corporations and the “rising tide” analogy — and where it breaks down […] L'articolo A Rising Tide Lifts All Boats, and Drowns Everyone Else – Magnifica Humanitas – Church Wisdom with Fr Eamonn McCarthy & Matthias Conroy proviene da Radio Maria.
From Outlaws to Unsolved Murders, Phoenixville has lore you'd never expect
Welcome to another episode of the Luxury Outdoor Living Podcast. Today Mike and Trey Farley interview Ryan Walta of Southern Comfort Bed Swings, who describes starting the business 16 years ago after building a better-looking bed swing for his wife and then receiving orders from guests at their rented lake house. Ryan explains how early demand grew quickly through magazine ads, leading from basement production to a showroom and a high-end custom brand using teak, powder-coated aluminum, and handwoven resin wicker, with hidden hardware and stainless fasteners to improve durability and deter copying. They discuss sizing options, custom projects (including hotels and international work), rope vs chain (using synthetic polypropylene Manila rope), quick-dry Dry Fast foam with Sunbrella fabrics, replacement parts, installation guidance and safety, popular models like the Conroy and Emerson, new products like the backless Chloe, and expanding into matching sofas and lounge chairs. Discover more and connect with us: https://www.southernkomfortbedswings.com/ https://www.farleypooldesigns.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@MikeFarleyDesigns https://www.instagram.com/farleydesigns/ https://www.instagram.com/luxuryoutdoorlivingpodcast/ 00:00 Podcast Welcome 01:17 Meet The Guest 01:41 How It All Started 03:23 From Basement To Showroom 05:59 Beating The Copycats 08:29 Why Bed Swings 12:38 Sizing And Space Planning 14:39 Rope Versus Chain 16:54 Outdoor Cushions That Dry 19:58 Custom Fabrics And Layouts 21:55 Repairs And Replacements 25:24 Custom Builds And Safety 29:54 Why People Love Swings 32:17 COVID Photo Challenges 33:22 Renderings Over Photos 33:43 Comfort Creates Memories 34:33 Quality Materials Choices 36:26 Designing For Wellness 40:33 Models And Best Sellers 41:24 Emerson Storm Ready Design 43:15 Handwoven Craft Process 45:03 Knockoffs And Safety Risks 47:55 Installation And Hardware Tips 50:44 New Designs And Furniture Line 54:26 Trade Program Workflow 56:22 Rapid Fire Favorites 01:00:17 Inspiration Travel Ideas 01:01:49 Closing And Contact Info 01:02:24 Show Mission Wrap Up
Outbound sales models relying on cold email and automated LinkedIn outreach are rapidly collapsing as C-suite decision-makers filter out generic digital noise.In this collaborative episode recorded live on The Optimist Brief with host Dan Lescarbeau (VP of Marketing at Iris North America), guest Dylan Conroy, host of The Ad Podcast, breaks down how establishing an executive media platform turns cold sales friction into an asymmetric business development engine. Conroy outlines how growth strategists and independent agencies leverage human-in-the-loop generative AI to automate background administration, prototype visual pitch assets in minutes, and achieve the execution scale of legacy holding company networks. Key tactical themes covered:Replacing transactional sales pitches with a value-first media model that grants direct access to enterprise prospects. Utilizing generative AI image and text tools to prototype client creative concepts in real time during preliminary pitch calls. Automating routine inbox and administrative workflows to maximize executive bandwidth for in-person relationship building. Leveling the playing field for boutique agencies competing against global holding networks through AI-enhanced operational efficiency. Structuring international event presence to convert passive conference attendance into a disciplined client acquisition pipeline. Connect & Scale Your Performance:Follow Guest Dylan Conroy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylanconroy/Explore Strike Social: https://strikesocial.com/guaranteed-performance-marketing/Follow Host Dan Lescarbeau on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danlescarbeau/Explore Iris Worldwide: https://www.iris-worldwide.com/
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Tune in to the show weekly at 8 pm mst on HGR 2. Pastor Bob Simons would love to have you participate in the live discussion. New Life Pentecostal Church in Dickenson ND invites you to tune in and participate by texting Pastor Simons at 701 290 7862.
Tune in to the show weekly at 8 pm mst on HGR 2. Pastor Bob Simons would love to have you participate in the live discussion. New Life Pentecostal Church in Dickenson ND invites you to tune in and participate by texting Pastor Simons at 701 290 7862.
Matthias and Father Eamonn continue through Magnifica Humanitas, working through Chapter 1's survey of Catholic social doctrine from Rerum Novarum to the Second Vatican Council — including Quadragesimo Anno and Pacem in Terris. The episode circles back to a distinction that Matthias and Fr Eamonn devised: what sets Rerum Novarum apart from earlier papal teaching […] L'articolo What Pope Leo XII Changed Forever – Magnifica Humanitas – Church Wisdom with Fr Eamonn McCarthy & Matthias Conroy proviene da Radio Maria.
What happens when artificial intelligence challenges not just technology, but the very foundations of Catholic social teaching? Matthias and Fr Eamonn continue through Pope Leo XIV's encyclical Magnifica Humanitas, examining chapter 1 ‘A dynamic approach faithful to the Gospel.' Together they unpack the Pope's argument that artificial intelligence (AI) should not be treated as just […] L'articolo A dynamic approach faithful to the Gospel: Chapter 1 – Magnifica Humanitas – Church Wisdom with Fr Eamonn McCarthy & Matthias Conroy proviene da Radio Maria.
Sacred Window Podcast: Nurturing Awareness in Postpartum Care
What becomes possible when we begin to see postpartum care not as a luxury, but as an essential part of community health?In this thoughtful roundtable conversation, Christine is joined by Conscious Postpartum Caregivers Ayana Muhammad and Brooke Conroy to explore how ancient postpartum wisdom can work alongside modern social services to better support mothers, babies, and families.Together, they reflect on their experiences serving diverse communities, the gaps that exist in postpartum care, and why so many families are left to navigate one of life's greatest transitions without meaningful support. They discuss the opportunity to weave holistic postpartum care, rooted in Ayurveda and the Universal Mother Principles, into systems that already serve families through social work, nonprofit organizations, and community-based programs. This conversation is an invitation to think beyond individual caregiving and toward collective transformation. If we want healthier families, stronger communities, and more resilient generations, postpartum must become part of the conversation wherever care is offered.Whether you are a social worker, birth professional, nonprofit leader, healthcare provider, or someone who simply believes every family deserves to be supported after birth, this episode offers both inspiration and practical possibilities for the future of postpartum care. In this episode, we explore:Why postpartum planning is so often overlooked despite careful birth planning.The unique role social workers and community organizations can play in postpartum healing.How Ayurvedic postpartum care complements existing support systems.The importance of culturally responsive, relationship-centered caregiving.Serving families through collaboration rather than isolated services.Building stronger communities by honoring the sacred postpartum window. At the Center for Sacred Window Studies, we believe that when we care for mothers with presence, nourishment, and consciousness, we change far more than one postpartum experience. We strengthen families, communities, and future generations.Thank you for joining us as we continue expanding awareness, education, and access to informed postpartum care worldwide.If this conversation resonates with you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who is helping shape the future of family care. Panelists:Christine Eck, Ayana Muhammad and Brooke ConroyAyana Muhammad and Brooke Conroy are passionate mothers and postpartum caregivers with a background in social services including WIC and Healthy Families. They are part of the Sacred Window Studies professional community.-Begin your own journey into nourishment and postpartum wisdom:https://sacredwindowstudies.com/free-cookbook/-Are you feeling the call to know more about Conscious Postpartum Care?Reach out! Schedule a time with Christine to find out how this work can transform your care business or provide a meaningful career path.Here is the link to our free class@sacredwindowstudiesJoin our Facebook GroupPodcast Music is Composed by Sara Emmitt, graduate of the Center for Sacred Window Studies. You can hear more of Sara's incredible music at www.saraemmitt.com.
Spring Cleaning – Calgary FlamesThe Calgary Flames once again fell short of the Stanley Cup Playoffs during the 2025-26 season, officially seeing their postseason hopes come to an end on April 7. While expectations entering the year were modest following a quiet offseason, Calgary's inability to generate offense ultimately proved too much to overcome. Neil Smith and Vic Morren discuss the Flames' disappointing season, the emergence of young goaltending, and why General Manager Craig Conroy may still be well positioned to accelerate the club's rebuild thanks to significant draft capital, ample salary cap space, and a new arena on the horizon.IN THIS EPISODE:[00:00:00] The Flames are eliminated from playoff contention after another season in which expectations remained relatively low following minimal roster changes during the previous offseason. Neil and Vic examine why Calgary was unable to build upon its near-playoff finish from the year before.[00:00:30] Calgary proves to be one of the NHL's strongest home teams but struggles badly on the road. The panel identifies the club's biggest issue—one of the league's lowest-scoring offenses—as the primary reason the Flames were unable to remain in the playoff race.[00:01:00] Jonathan Huberdeau's continued offensive struggles are discussed after recording just 194 points over four seasons in Calgary before shutting himself down prior to the end of the season. On a positive note, Devon Cooley establishes himself as a dependable backup to Dustin Wolf following Dan Vladar's departure to Philadelphia.[00:01:30] Looking ahead, Vic outlines why Calgary's future remains brighter than its current results suggest. The Flames possess 11 selections in the 2026 NHL Draft, including two first-round picks and four second-round picks, while also holding multiple premium selections in both the 2027 and 2028 drafts.[00:02:00] The discussion turns to General Manager Craig Conroy's long-term rebuilding strategy. With a new arena scheduled to open in the coming years, the organization appears focused on assembling a competitive young roster that can grow alongside the franchise's next chapter.[00:02:45] Neil and Vic examine Calgary's offseason flexibility. The Flames enter free agency with nearly $10 million in available salary cap space, giving Conroy the opportunity to aggressively pursue upgrades through free agency, trades, or by leveraging the organization's impressive collection of draft assets.[00:03:00] Calgary's pending free agents are reviewed, including unrestricted free agents Ryan Lomberg, Victor Olofsson, and Jake Bean, along with restricted free agent John Beecher. The panel discusses which players may fit into the club's long-term plans.[00:03:30] The episode concludes by emphasizing that Calgary possesses many of the ingredients necessary for a quick turnaround. With significant cap flexibility, one of the league's deepest collections of future draft picks, and several important organizational decisions ahead, Neil believes the Flames have an opportunity to return to playoff contention much sooner than many expect—provided the right moves are made this offseason.
Brian also explores the topic of social media and the dangers of online addiction, highlighting a study that found people are spending countless hours generating twisted fiction using AI tools like ChatGPT. Meanwhile, the FBI warns about bank spoofing scams, where scammers use fake phone numbers to trick people into transferring money. The host shares his own experience with receiving suspicious calls from his bank and emphasizes the importance of verifying the authenticity of calls and messages. In a more serious tone, Brian discusses the COVID-19 pandemic and the controversy surrounding Dr. Anthony Fauci's role in the cover-up of the virus's origins. Former Congressman Brad Wenstrup joins the conversation, sharing his experience on the Intelligence Committee and the investigation into the pandemic's origins. Brian and Brad Wenstrup delve into the details of the cover-up and the motivations behind it. Brian also welcomes Eric Conroy, a GOP candidate running against Greg Landsman in the first district. Conroy shares his vision for the district and discusses the importance of voter ID and the need to address the far-left shift in the Democratic Party. Brian and Conroy also touch on the topic of socialism and communism, and the dangers of embracing these ideologies in the United States. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Conroy family have been growing raspberries for 75 years pretty close to the foot of the Sugarloaf, and unlike most soft fruit producers in Ireland, they have been making it work outdoors all that time and not under glass or polytunnel, and the sunny weather has been a welcomed addition.
Ohio's 1st Congressional District candidate Eric Conroy joins the show to discuss the upcoming election and the importance of voter turnout. With the district having flipped to a 53% Republican area, Conroy's campaign is gaining momentum, and he's not taking anything for granted. As a former Air Force and CIA veteran, Conroy brings a unique perspective to the table, and he's not afraid to speak his mind. He emphasizes the need for practical solutions to economic and affordability issues, citing the success of the Republican Party's proposals, such as the "big beautiful bill" that eliminates taxes on tips and overtime. Conroy also highlights the importance of voter ID laws, which he believes are essential for maintaining the integrity of the election system. As the conversation unfolds, Conroy delves into the issues that matter most to the people of Ohio's 1st District, from the economy to healthcare. He also touches on the need for accountability in government agencies, citing the recent discovery of a 171% increase in Medicare claims due to fraud. Conroy's passion and expertise shine through as he discusses the challenges facing the district and the country at large. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Shaun Conroy is the Exhibits Director for the Spiva Center for the Arts. He joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss Watercolor USA, Route 66 exhibits, and a treasure trove of "whimsical" art on display. Join Ted and Steve for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!
Matthias and Fr Eamonn continue through Pope Leo XIV's encyclical Magnifica Humanitas, completing the introduction with the document's central binary: the choice before humanity is not yes or no to technology, but whether to build a new Tower of Babel or rebuild Jerusalem. The episode works through the section on the common good — including […] L'articolo The ‘Permanent Underclass' and the City of God – Magnifica Humanitas – Church Wisdom with Fr Eamonn McCarthy & Matthias Conroy proviene da Radio Maria.
Up next is Part Two of the 2026 Main Camp Recap. We welcome Phase II pick Kamden Kaiser, followed by Phase I picks Jack Hair and Jackson Conroy to the show. The future is bright! Send us Fan MailAsk A Question!Merch Store Official WebsiteFacebookThis recording is the sole view of the members of the Dump & Chase Podcast. This is a non-commercial fan production. We are not affiliated with or compensated by the Youngstown Phantoms, the United States Hockey League, or any league, club, or team.© 2026 Dump & Chase Podcast. All Rights Reserved
Father Eamonn and Matthias begin a new series walking paragraph by paragraph through Pope Leo XIV's encyclical Magnifica Humanitas on safeguarding the human person in the age of artificial intelligence. The opening paragraphs set out the document's governing image: humanity facing a choice between building a new Tower of Babel or building the city where […] L'articolo The Urgency of the AI Question – Magnifica Humanitas – Church Wisdom with Fr Eamonn McCarthy & Matthias Conroy proviene da Radio Maria.
Boomer and Rhett are joined by Calgary Flames GM Craig Conroy as they discuss one of the most intriguing prospects in this year's NHL Draft: Viggo Bjork. With the Flames holding the sixth overall pick, there's a growing debate about whether Bjork will even be available when Calgary is on the clock and whether he should be the selection if he is. While much has been made about his size, the guys explore whether that concern still matters in today's NHL, where skill, hockey sense and competitiveness often outweigh traditional measurements. Conroy shares his thoughts on the draft process, while the conversation turns to how teams evaluate smaller players and whether the league has finally moved past its obsession with size. Could Viggo Bjork be exactly the type of player Calgary needs, or is there too much risk at sixth overall? Let us know what you think in the commentsVideo Link: https://youtu.be/qdkxrMx2zbc#nhl #nhlshorts #nhlplayoffs #nhlpredictions #nhlhockey #nhlpicks #stanleycup #stanleycupfinal #calgaryflames CHECK OUT OUR STUFF ⬇️BARN BURNER MERCHhttps://nationgear.ca/collections/shirts/FlamesnationBARN BURNER SHORTS https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLj_bcGtvvo-cW2DHEDZ6dEO5ePDmlhZc9&si=jo8iNGxT4ImhS2Y8
Boomer and Rhett are joined by Calgary Flames GM Craig Conroy for an in-depth conversation just days before the NHL Draft. Conroy shares his thoughts on this year's draft class, the growing debate between junior hockey and college hockey, and several prospects who could be on Calgary's radar including Carson Carels, Keaton Verhoff, Viggo Bjork and Caleb Malhotra. He also discusses who gets the final say on draft day, whether the Flames could move up the board, where the organization currently sits in its rebuild, and what it will take to build the next contending team in Calgary. The conversation also touches on Jarome Iginla, the Ruck brothers, expectations for next season, and an update on the Flames' new arena. After Craig signs off, the boys continue the Flames draft discussion, break down the latest storylines around the team and wrap things up with the Boomer Report. If you're a Flames fan looking for insight into the future of the organization, this is an episode you won't want to miss.Video Link: https://youtu.be/qoS-eykpFIAChapters0:00 Craig Conroy Joins The Show1:00 Craig On The NHL Draft4:00 Junior Hockey vs College Hockey12:00 Craig On Carson Carels14:00 Craig On Keaton Verhoff18:00 Craig On Viggo Bjork23:30 Craig On Caleb Malhotra26:30 Who Gets Final Say On Draft Day?28:00 Jarome Iginla vs Craig Conroy28:30 Could The Flames Move Up?33:00 Where Are The Flames In The Rebuild?34:30 The Ruck Brothers35:30 Flames New Arena Update37:30 More On The Ruck Brothers38:00 Expectations For Next Season40:00 What's Ahead This Week?43:00 Building The Next Contending Flames Team45:00 Craig Conroy Signs Off#nhl #nhlshorts #nhlplayoffs #nhlpredictions #nhlhockey #nhlpicks #stanleycup #stanleycupfinal #calgaryflames CHECK OUT OUR STUFF ⬇️BARN BURNER MERCHhttps://nationgear.ca/collections/shirts/FlamesnationBARN BURNER SHORTS https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLj_bcGtvvo-cW2DHEDZ6dEO5ePDmlhZc9&si=jo8iNGxT4ImhS2Y8
FULL EPISODE | FN Barn Burner: Boomer, Pinder & WarrenerTIMESTAMPS ⏰0:00 Intro & Banter---2:00 Calgary Flames GM Craig Conroy Joins The Show3:30 Craig Conroy On The NHL Draft6:30 Junior Hockey vs College Hockey14:00 Craig On Carson Carels16:30 Craig On Keaton Verhoff20:30 Craig On Viggo Bjork25:30 Craig On Caleb Malhotra28:30 Who Gets Final Say On Draft Day?30:00 Jarome Iginla vs Craig Conroy30:30 Could The Flames Move Up?35:00 Where Are The Flames In The Rebuild?36:30 The Ruck Brothers37:30 Flames New Arena Update39:30 More On The Ruck Brothers40:00 Expectations For Next Season42:00 What's Ahead This Week?45:00 Building The Next Contending Flames Team48:00 Craig Conroy Signs Off---49:00 Flames Draft Discussion Continues59:00 Boomer Report1:27:00 Bet365Subscribe to BarnBurner on Youtube
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/trinedaypress Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trinedaypress X: https://x.com/TrineDay In this Episode, Kris Millegan and Todd Baumann talk to TrineDay authors Dan Luzadder and Bill Conroy about corruption and how it operates, and what we can DO about it. Bill Conroy is the author of The Great Pretense: A Tour Through the Boneyard of the CIA's War for Drugs: https://trineday.com/products/the-great-pretense-a-tour-through-the-boneyards-of-the-cia-s-war-for-drugsConroy's 40-year journalism career has focused heavily on investigative reporting — as an editor-in-chief, managing editor and reporter. His work has been published online and in print for a range of publications, including daily newspapers; alternative and business weeklies; magazines; and national online publications, such as the Daily Beast, Narco News and HousingWire. He also have appeared in investigative documentaries aired by major networks, including the BBC, CNBC, the History Channel, Prime Video and Al Jazeera-Europe. Dan Luzadder is the author of The Manchurian Journalist: Lawrence Wright, the CIA, and the Corruption of American Journalism: https://trineday.com/products/manchurian-journalist-lawrence-wright-the-cia-and-the-corruption-of-american-journalismDan Luzadder is an American journalist and author whose lengthy newspaper career began as a teenaged police reporter in the last days of linotypes. He came of age amid hagiographic newsroom characters who believed shoe leather reporting, tight deadlines and well-placed sources were journalism's divinity. He has written for the New York Daily News and the New York Times, shared a Pulitzer Prize (1983) for general local reporting, won a national public service award from the American Bar Association for exposing corruption in federal courts, and is a member of the Scripps Howard Journalism Hall of Fame. He resides with his wife, Nancy, in the Pacific Northwest. He is the author of The Manchurian Journalist: Lawrence Wright, the CIA and the Corruption of American Journalism. (Trine Day). He is currently at work on a book and investigative documentary series on a cold-case crime spree in Speedway, Indiana in 1978, and is completing a book exploring the American myth of Al Capone.
Join Father Eamonn and Matthias Conroy as they bring Pope Paul VI's landmark 1968 encyclical to vivid life in this deeply enriching radio conversation from Radio Maria Ireland. Together, they explore how the document addresses Christian couples, medical professionals, priests, and bishops — offering guidance on marriage, parenthood, conscience, and living faithfully within the Church's […] L'articolo Faith, Family & Freedom Through Church Wisdom – Humanae Vitae – Church Wisdom with Fr Eamonn McCarthy & Matthias Conroy proviene da Radio Maria.
In the early 20th century, Neal's company Force of Life was investigated for fraud. But somehow, Neal managed to get through the scandal and went on to found a cosmetics company that became very successful. Research: “Can’t Find E. Virgil Neal.” New York Times. January 15, 1906. https://timesmachine.nytimes.com/timesmachine/1906/01/15/100496816.pdf?pdf_redirect=true&ip=0 “Claimed to Raise the Dead.” Kansas City Star. Jan. 13, 1906. https://www.newspapers.com/image/653825670/?match=1&terms=%22Claimed%20to%20raise%20the%20dead%22 Conroy, Mary Schaeffer. “The Cosmetics Baron You’ve Never Heard Of: E. Virgil Neal and Tokalon.” Third Edition. Altus History Publishing. 2014. “E. Virgil Neal Passes Away at Geneva June 30.” The Sedalia Democrat. July 3, 1949. https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-sedalia-democrat-e-virgil-neal-obit/185827307/ “False Advertising Chief ‘Stimulant’ in Nixated Iron.” New York Tribune. Dec. 16,1917. https://www.newspapers.com/image/894241833/?terms=%22e.%20virgil%20neal%22 “Force of Life Charges Dismissed.” Buffalo News. April 24, 1906. https://www.newspapers.com/image/329115069/ “FORCE OF LIFE'S WIND-UP.; E. Virgil Neal Still Missing, but Offices Are Being Dismantled.” New York Times. Jan. 17, 1906. https://www.nytimes.com/1906/01/17/archives/force-of-lifes-windup-e-virgil-neal-still-missing-but-offices-are.html “Force of Lifers Sent Many Decoy Letters.” New York Times. February 7, 1906. https://timesmachine.nytimes.com/timesmachine/1906/02/07/101765677.pdf?pdf_redirect=true&ip=0 “Here’s a Hyopnotic Bank.” New York Sun. March 3, 1903. https://www.newspapers.com/image/207217198/?match=1&terms=Columbia%20Scientific%20academy “How Force of Lifers Did a Rush Business.” New York Times. Jan. 15, 1906. https://timesmachine.nytimes.com/timesmachine/1906/01/15/100496815.pdf?pdf_redirect=true&ip=0 “James R. O’Beirne.” Fordham University. Office of the President. https://www.fordham.edu/about/leadership-and-administration/administrative-offices/office-of-the-president/about/hall-of-honor/james-r-obeirne/ “Jury Disagrees Cartilage Case.” Buffalo Courier Express. May 5, 1918. https://www.newspapers.com/image/352806300/?match=1&terms=%22e.%20virgil%20neal%22 “Medical Mail-order Frauds.” American Medical Association. 1915. Accessed online: https://books.google.com/books?id=Cyq6AAAAIAAJ&vq=neal&source=gbs_navlinks_s “Medicine: From Sedalia.” Time Magazine. Dec. 25, 1933. https://content.time.com/time/subscriber/article/0,33009,746617-1,00.html “A Message to the Sick.” Rochester Democrat and Chronicle. Feb. 9, 1900. https://www.newspapers.com/image/135238292/?match=1&terms=vitaopathy “Most Beautiful Woman in Paris.” The Times-Union. October 6, 1909. https://www.newspapers.com/image/1278623430/?match=6&terms=To-Kalon Neal, E. Virgil and John H. Moore. “Modern Illustrative Banking.” American Book Company. 1904. Accessed online: https://archive.org/details/modernillustrati00neal/modernillustrati00neal/ Neal, E. Virgil and C.T. Craig. “Modern Illustrative Bookkeeping.” American Book Company 1901. Accessed online: https://archive.org/details/illustratimodern00nealrich/page/16/mode/2up “Neal, of ‘Nuxated Iron’ Fame, Held on Fraud Charge.” Times-Transcript. April 15, 1918. https://www.newspapers.com/image/1106273916/?match=1&terms=%22Neal%20of%20Nuxated%20Iron%22 “Neal Returns for Business.” Post-Standard. April 30, 1906. https://www.newspapers.com/image/1091107180/ Bennet, James. “Tokalon.” Cosmetics and Skin. Jan. 26, 2025. https://cosmeticsandskin.com/companies/tokalon.php “Gigantic Swindle Probably Bared.” Nebraska City Weekly. Jan. 16, 1906. https://www.newspapers.com/image/728074626 “In Force of Life Case.” Houston Post. Jan 13, 1907. https://www.newspapers.com/image/94975109 “Nuxated Iron Sellers in Libel Suit.” The Times-Transcript. June 10, 1918. https://www.newspapers.com/image/1106285753/?match=1&terms=%22e.%20virgil%20neal%22 “Part I: The 1906 Food and Drugs Act and Its Enforcement.” U.S. Food and Drug Administration. https://www.fda.gov/about-fda/changes-science-law-and-regulatory-authorities/part-i-1906-food-and-drugs-act-and-its-enforcement “Personal Magnetism.” San Francisco Examiner. March 8, 1903. https://www.newspapers.com/image/457762995/?match=1&terms=Columbia%20Scientific%20academy “Pope Receives O’Beirne.” New York Times. Sept 25, 1910. https://www.newspapers.com/image/20505640/?match=1&terms=%22pope%20receives%20o%27beirne%22 Schwarcz, Joe, PhD. “The Prince of Quackery.” McGill Office for Science and Society. July 16, 2025. https://www.mcgill.ca/oss/article/pseudoscience-history/prince-quackery “Thought Waves Between ‘Em.” New York Sun. April 12, 1903. https://www.newspapers.com/article/new-york-herald-e-virgil-neal-and-the-a/185828789/ “Tribune’s Answer in Libel Suit Calls E. Virgil Neal a Quck.” New York Tribune. June 23, 1918. https://www.newspapers.com/image/469171423/?match=1&terms=%22e.%20virgil%20neal%22 “Vain Search for Neal.” New York Times. January 16, 1906. https://timesmachine.nytimes.com/timesmachine/1906/01/16/101763032.pdf?pdf_redirect=true&ip=0 “WORRIED ABOUT NEAL & CO.: Depositors, You See, Don’t Like Hypnotism in Banking.” New York Sun. March 4, 1903. https://www.newspapers.com/article/new-york-herald-e-virgil-neal-hypnotic/176427712/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
E. Virgil Neal’s career started out with writing successful textbooks, but then took a turn into being a stage hypnotist and then a series of dicey mail-order businesses. Research: “Can’t Find E. Virgil Neal.” New York Times. January 15, 1906. https://timesmachine.nytimes.com/timesmachine/1906/01/15/100496816.pdf?pdf_redirect=true&ip=0 “Claimed to Raise the Dead.” Kansas City Star. Jan. 13, 1906. https://www.newspapers.com/image/653825670/?match=1&terms=%22Claimed%20to%20raise%20the%20dead%22 Conroy, Mary Schaeffer. “The Cosmetics Baron You’ve Never Heard Of: E. Virgil Neal and Tokalon.” Third Edition. Altus History Publishing. 2014. “E. Virgil Neal Passes Away at Geneva June 30.” The Sedalia Democrat. July 3, 1949. https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-sedalia-democrat-e-virgil-neal-obit/185827307/ “False Advertising Chief ‘Stimulant’ in Nixated Iron.” New York Tribune. Dec. 16,1917. https://www.newspapers.com/image/894241833/?terms=%22e.%20virgil%20neal%22 “Force of Life Charges Dismissed.” Buffalo News. April 24, 1906. https://www.newspapers.com/image/329115069/ “FORCE OF LIFE'S WIND-UP.; E. Virgil Neal Still Missing, but Offices Are Being Dismantled.” New York Times. Jan. 17, 1906. https://www.nytimes.com/1906/01/17/archives/force-of-lifes-windup-e-virgil-neal-still-missing-but-offices-are.html “Force of Lifers Sent Many Decoy Letters.” New York Times. February 7, 1906. https://timesmachine.nytimes.com/timesmachine/1906/02/07/101765677.pdf?pdf_redirect=true&ip=0 “Here’s a Hyopnotic Bank.” New York Sun. March 3, 1903. https://www.newspapers.com/image/207217198/?match=1&terms=Columbia%20Scientific%20academy “How Force of Lifers Did a Rush Business.” New York Times. Jan. 15, 1906. https://timesmachine.nytimes.com/timesmachine/1906/01/15/100496815.pdf?pdf_redirect=true&ip=0 “James R. O’Beirne.” Fordham University. Office of the President. https://www.fordham.edu/about/leadership-and-administration/administrative-offices/office-of-the-president/about/hall-of-honor/james-r-obeirne/ “Jury Disagrees Cartilage Case.” Buffalo Courier Express. May 5, 1918. https://www.newspapers.com/image/352806300/?match=1&terms=%22e.%20virgil%20neal%22 “Medical Mail-order Frauds.” American Medical Association. 1915. Accessed online: https://books.google.com/books?id=Cyq6AAAAIAAJ&vq=neal&source=gbs_navlinks_s “Medicine: From Sedalia.” Time Magazine. Dec. 25, 1933. https://content.time.com/time/subscriber/article/0,33009,746617-1,00.html “A Message to the Sick.” Rochester Democrat and Chronicle. Feb. 9, 1900. https://www.newspapers.com/image/135238292/?match=1&terms=vitaopathy “Most Beautiful Woman in Paris.” The Times-Union. October 6, 1909. https://www.newspapers.com/image/1278623430/?match=6&terms=To-Kalon Neal, E. Virgil and John H. Moore. “Modern Illustrative Banking.” American Book Company. 1904. Accessed online: https://archive.org/details/modernillustrati00neal/modernillustrati00neal/ Neal, E. Virgil and C.T. Craig. “Modern Illustrative Bookkeeping.” American Book Company 1901. Accessed online: https://archive.org/details/illustratimodern00nealrich/page/16/mode/2up “Neal, of ‘Nuxated Iron’ Fame, Held on Fraud Charge.” Times-Transcript. April 15, 1918. https://www.newspapers.com/image/1106273916/?match=1&terms=%22Neal%20of%20Nuxated%20Iron%22 “Neal Returns for Business.” Post-Standard. April 30, 1906. https://www.newspapers.com/image/1091107180/ Bennet, James. “Tokalon.” Cosmetics and Skin. Jan. 26, 2025. https://cosmeticsandskin.com/companies/tokalon.php “Gigantic Swindle Probably Bared.” Nebraska City Weekly. Jan. 16, 1906. https://www.newspapers.com/image/728074626 “In Force of Life Case.” Houston Post. Jan 13, 1907. https://www.newspapers.com/image/94975109 “Nuxated Iron Sellers in Libel Suit.” The Times-Transcript. June 10, 1918. https://www.newspapers.com/image/1106285753/?match=1&terms=%22e.%20virgil%20neal%22 “Part I: The 1906 Food and Drugs Act and Its Enforcement.” U.S. Food and Drug Administration. https://www.fda.gov/about-fda/changes-science-law-and-regulatory-authorities/part-i-1906-food-and-drugs-act-and-its-enforcement “Personal Magnetism.” San Francisco Examiner. March 8, 1903. https://www.newspapers.com/image/457762995/?match=1&terms=Columbia%20Scientific%20academy “Pope Receives O’Beirne.” New York Times. Sept 25, 1910. https://www.newspapers.com/image/20505640/?match=1&terms=%22pope%20receives%20o%27beirne%22 Schwarcz, Joe, PhD. “The Prince of Quackery.” McGill Office for Science and Society. July 16, 2025. https://www.mcgill.ca/oss/article/pseudoscience-history/prince-quackery “Thought Waves Between ‘Em.” New York Sun. April 12, 1903. https://www.newspapers.com/article/new-york-herald-e-virgil-neal-and-the-a/185828789/ “Tribune’s Answer in Libel Suit Calls E. Virgil Neal a Quck.” New York Tribune. June 23, 1918. https://www.newspapers.com/image/469171423/?match=1&terms=%22e.%20virgil%20neal%22 “Vain Search for Neal.” New York Times. January 16, 1906. https://timesmachine.nytimes.com/timesmachine/1906/01/16/101763032.pdf?pdf_redirect=true&ip=0 “WORRIED ABOUT NEAL & CO.: Depositors, You See, Don’t Like Hypnotism in Banking.” New York Sun. March 4, 1903. https://www.newspapers.com/article/new-york-herald-e-virgil-neal-hypnotic/176427712/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
When a rainy beach vacation leads Levi and Ivy’s family to a mysterious sailor’s museum, they meet the enigmatic Conroy and are swept into a magical adventure that swaps kids and parents into each other’s shoes. As they learn empathy, gratitude, and understanding, they also uncover a haunting secret from Conroy’s past that has lingered for 100 years. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livelylewisfamily/ LIVELY LEWIS SHOP: https://livelylewisshop.com/ SUBSCRIBE: Lively Lewis Family: https://www.youtube.com/@LivelyLewisFamily Lively Lewis Stories: https://www.youtube.com/@LivelyLewisStories Lively Lewis Show: https://www.youtube.com/@LivelyLewisShow Lively Lewis Stories Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lively-lewis-stories/id1650468812 Eric: https://www.youtube.com/@EricLivelyLewis Alexa: https://www.youtube.com/@AlexaLivelyLewis Join Our Family: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkSFpsuEOQ8aAVgJjM9LSTA/join For collaborations, business, and personal inquiries, please email: livelylewisshow@gmail.com Welcome to Lively Lewis Stories!You may know us from The Lively Lewis Show, and now we're bringing you exciting adventures in this podcast! Join siblings Levi and Ivy as they embark on incredible journeys, learning and sharing positive life lessons along the way. With Levi's energetic spirit and Ivy's spunky silliness, our imaginative stories will keep you laughing, engaged, and inspired—episode after episode! Our mission is to create a safe space where both kids and parents can enjoy stories filled with strong values, endless creativity, fun pretend play, and healthy family dynamics. Whether it's bedtime, a car ride, or just for fun, our stories are sure to spark joy and imagination!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Albanese government's announcement that Australia will now receive three used US Virginia-class submarines, rather than two used and one new, has put the spotlight back on the Aukus commitment. One of the strongest advocates for the $368bn agreement is defence industry minister Pat Conroy and he hits back at its critics – including the Labor MP Ed Husic. Speaking with political editor Tom McIlroy, the minister for Pacific Island affairs also discusses this week's visit by new Solomon Islands prime minister Matthew Wale and responds to speculation that Tony Abbott could run as the Liberal candidate in Conroy's seat of Shortland at the next election
Ohio Republicans redrew the 1st Congressional District to make it harder for a Democrat to hold, and now one of the most watched U.S. House races in the state is set: two-term incumbent Greg Landsman against Trump-endorsed newcomer Eric Conroy. In this solo episode of Purple Political Breakdown Ohio Edition, host Radell Lewis breaks down who these two men actually are and what their platforms would mean for the people of Ohio's 1st. On Landsman: the former public school teacher and Cincinnati councilman who flipped the seat in 2022, his anti-establishment economic populism and the ten-bill "Pledge to America" from his November 2025 manifesto The Great American Comeback, signature bills like the No Harm Data Centers Act and his push to stop an AI-driven Medicare prior-authorization program, and the Gaza and stock-disclosure criticisms he will have to answer. On Conroy: the Air Force and CIA veteran running on border security, energy independence, and a Trump-aligned agenda, where he lands on national defense, public safety, Social Security, veterans, and crypto, and the open question of whether a first-time candidate is more MAGA-aligned than this district really is. Plus Statehouse Watch: Governor DeWine's pause on Ohio's runaway data-center sales-tax exemption (a 1.6 billion dollar hit in 2025, eleven times the original estimate), the Ohio Supreme Court ruling that makes public records harder to pry loose from Attorney General Dave Yost's office, and the court vacating the permit for the 6,000 acre Oak Run Solar project. County of the Week is Hamilton County, anchored by Cincinnati and Mayor Aftab Pureval, who once ran for this very seat. Political solutions without political bias, working toward a better America and a better Ohio. PODCAST NETWORK Alive Podcast Network. Link: https://alivepodcastnetwork.com/ CONVERSATION PLATFORMS HeadOn - A platform for contentious yet productive conversations. It's a place for hosted and unguided conversations where you can grow a following and enhance your conversations with AI features. Link: https://app.headon.ai/ Living Room Conversations - Building bridges through meaningful dialogue across political divides. Link: https://livingroomconversations.org/ UNITY MOVEMENTS Us United - A movement for unity that challenges Americans to step out of their bubbles and connect across differences. Take the Unity Pledge, join monthly "30 For US" conversation calls, wear purple (the color of unity), and participate in National Unity Day every second Saturday in December. Their programs include the Sheriff Unity Network and Unity Seats at sports events, proving that shared values are stronger than our differences. Link: https://www.us-united.org/ BALANCED NEWS & INFORMATION OtherWeb - An AI-based platform that filters news without paywalls, clickbait, or junk, helping you access diverse, unbiased content. Link: https://otherweb.com/ VOTING REFORM & DEMOCRACY Equal Vote Coalition & STAR Voting - Advocating for voting methods that ensure every vote counts equally, eliminating wasted votes and strategic voting. Link: https://www.equal.vote/star Future is Now Coalition (FiNC) - A grassroots movement working to restore democracy through transparency, accountability, and innovative technology while empowering citizens and transforming American political discourse. Link: https://futureis.org/ POLITICAL ENGAGEMENT Independent Center - Resources for independent political thinking and civic engagement. Link: https://www.independentcenter.org/ GET DAILY NEWS Text 844-406-INFO (844-406-4636) with code "purple" to receive quick, unbiased, factual news delivered to your phone every morning via Informed (https://informed.now) Check Out the Unfuck America Tour & National Ground Game: https://www.nationalgroundgame.com/ Check Out the CIVICS App to Know More About Your Politicians: https://www.civicpolitics.com Subscribe to the Substack: https://open.substack.com/pub/purplepoliticalbreakdown/p/welcome-to-the-purple-political-breakdown?r=3z2cmw&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true ALL LINKS https://linktr.ee/purplepoliticalbreakdown The Purple Political Breakdown is committed to fostering productive political dialogue that transcends partisan divides. We believe in the power of conversation, balanced information, and democratic participation to build a stronger society. Our mission: "Political solutions without political bias." Subscribe, rate, and share if you believe in purple politics - where we find common ground in the middle! Also if you want to be apart of the community and the conversation make sure to Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/ptPAsZtHC9
Fr Eamonn McCarthy and Matthias Conroy continue through Humanae Vitae, working through the pastoral directives on self-discipline and the sacrament of matrimony — the document's case that periodic continence is not a constraint on married love but actually a key aid for its cultivation. Fr Eamonn recalls a man who, after a homily on the […] L'articolo Into the Fire – Humanae Vitae – Church Wisdom with Fr Eamonn McCarthy & Matthias Conroy proviene da Radio Maria.
The Journey 188. Bill Conroy: A Tour Through the Boneyard of the CIA's War for Drugs TrineDay socials Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/trinedaypress Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trinedaypress X: https://x.com/TrineDay As always like and subscribe, and be sure to share far and wide! Video version can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/WaH_qFltyaAIn this video, Kris and Todd speak to Bill Conroy, author of The Great Pretense: A Tour Through the Boneyard of the CIA's War for Drugs available now at Trineday.com: https://trineday.com/products/the-great-pretense-a-tour-through-the-boneyards-of-the-cia-s-war-for-drugs As always like and subscribe, and be sure to share far and wide! The Great Pretense: A Tour Through the Boneyard of the CIA's War for Drugs offers readers a journey to the boneyards of the CIA's “war for drugs” in Latin America and beyond, with all of its complexities and moral dilemmas. Conroy's book, part memoir and part exposé and thriller, is based on Conroy's lived experience over decades of reporting on national security and the illegal drug trade. It emphasizes the vital role of authentic journalism in a landscape marked with manipulation and deceit by powerful entities, such as the CIA. The book highlights the challenges of investigating the intricate relationship between intelligence operations, law enforcers and narco-traffickers. The book also reveals, with evidence, how the CIA operates in the drug war — against other U.S. agencies, or with them, and in ignoring or even enabling cartel drug trafficking — all in pursuit of intelligence-gathering and other opaque national security goals. Conroy's 40-year journalism career has focused heavily on investigative reporting — as an editor-in-chief, managing editor and reporter. His work has been published online and in print for a range of publications, including daily newspapers; alternative and business weeklies; magazines; and national online publications, such as the Daily Beast, Narco News and HousingWire. He also have appeared in investigative documentaries aired by major networks, including the BBC, CNBC, the History Channel, Prime Video and Al Jazeera-Europe. CIA assets and spies must be adept at carrying out illegal deeds overseas and then covering their tracks. That's because the CIA is breaking laws in any foreign nation in which it conducts espionage or other covert operations. CIA brass, by contrast, must concoct a public image and press narrative that conceals or deflects attention from that underlying illegal clandestine reality. It's spy culture. It keeps the gears of “The Great Pretense” in motion.
Ahead of the 2026 Analog Cork City Marathon, Kate Conroy of EveryRun Club Cork was named winner of the inaugural spirit of running award, in memory of Ellen Cassidy, who passed away last year.Kate speaks about Ellen, how EveryRun Club came about and lots more !
Missin Curfew Episode 484 Calgary Flames General Manager Craig Conroy joins the Fellas at Missin Curfew to break down the Flames draft and offseason strategy, discuss their young core, and share stories about competing in the 2004 Stanley Cup Finals. (0:00) Intro (1:30) Fellas Golf Trip to Cabo (7:40) DraftKings Pick6 Segment (11:08) Labatt Get This Guy A Beer: Macklin Celebrini (18:10) Flames GM Craig Conroy Interview (29:18) Conroy on Flames Draft Strategy & Offseason Plans (40:26) Trade Deadline Moves & Calgary's New Arena (50:03) Conroy on Flames Young Core & Reminiscing on the 2004 Stanley Cup Finals SAUCE HOCKEY MERCH | https://saucehockey.com/collections/missin-curfew YOUTUBE | www.youtube.com/@MissinCurfew SPOTIFY | https://open.spotify.com/show/4uNgHhgCtt97nMbbHm2Ken APPLE | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/missin-curfew INSTAGRAM | www.instagram.com/missincurfew TWITTER | www.twitter.com/MissinCurfew TIKTOK | www.tiktok.com/@missincurfewpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Hour 2 of the Big Show with Rusic and Rose is on demand! To kick off hour 2 the guys look at the big winners from the NHL Draft Lottery: The Toronto Maple Leafs and the San Jose Sharks. Then, we hear from some not so happy Vancouver Canucks fans on their Draft Lottery fate. (20:51) Later on, George and Matt are joined by the General Manager of the Calgary Flames, Craig Conroy! Craig shares his reaction to the Flames falling from 4 to 6 in the NHL draft after last nights lottery. Next, Craig discusses the two teams that moved up int eh lottery. Then, the guys get into the Flames pick and how they view the prospects that could be available to them there. Plus Craig discusses the tams process this offseason, plus much more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. This show is produced by Connor Gronsdahl and Shan Virjee Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.
Dive into the dark underworld of the global drug trade with world-class journalist Bill Conroy. In this gripping episode, we explore the shocking realities of the U.S. government's complicity in drug trafficking to fund clandestine Black Ops, tracing covert operations from the Iran-Contra affair to the explosion of opium production during the Afghan War. Discover how multi-ton shipments cross the border through corrupt customs officials, traverse American freeways, and end up on city streets. Conroy breaks down the "whack-a-mole" nature of busting cartels, the involvement of guerrilla groups like the ELN, and the brutal reality of a criminal enterprise where the only exits are jail or death. Short, hard-hitting, and deeply revealing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 220: Approach of Insomnia in Adults ARREAZA: Today we are going to talk about how to approach sleep issues in adults — from the initial assessment all the way through treatment. And I think what is going to surprise a lot of our listeners is the changes in management in recent years, especially what is recommended as first-line therapy. So, let's jump right in. MOIRA: Sleep is one of those topics that touches every specialty, but Primary Care in particular, so I'm excited to dig into this. ARREAZA: Let's start with the big picture–statistics. How common are sleep problems in adults? MOIRA: Incredibly common. Chronic insomnia affects roughly 10% of the general population, and that number has only grown in recent years . During the COVID-19 pandemic, for instance, prevalence rates of insomnia symptoms were reported globally at 20 to 45% (wow). And, importantly, those sleep problems did not simply resolve once infection rates dropped, insomnia symptoms and fatigue have continued even as mood improves in people recovering from COVID-19 infection. ARREAZA: Incredible that we are in 2026 and still talking about COVID-19. And we clinicians need to understand that insomnia isn't just an annoyance. It has long-term consequences. Also, financially, insomnia causes direct and indirect costs of up to $100 billion each year. MOIRA: Exactly. Insomnia is both a risk factor for, and a symptom of, several psychiatric disorders, and it is a predictor of death by suicide, making it an important target for intervention. It's highly comorbid with medical and psychiatric disorders and is associated with significantly increased healthcare utilization and costs. People with insomnia also perform more poorly on complex cognitive tasks. So, we're talking about a condition that affects cognition, mental health, physical health, and quality of life. ARREAZA: And yet, it still gets overlooked in many clinical encounters. Let's be honest, dealing with insomnia is not easy on patients… and doctors! MOIRA: That's the paradox. Primary care practitioners are often poorly informed about sleep disorders, which remain underdiagnosed and sub-optimally managed. In one Italian epidemiological survey, insomnia was reported by 64% of over 3,000 patients interviewed under general practitioners, with 20% reporting both nighttime and daytime symptoms. So, the patients are there, we're just not always asking the right questions or knowing what to do when they tell us about their sleep. ARREAZA: Great. Let's talk about assessment. In my experience, we need a full encounter to address sleeping issues. Patients tend to mention insomnia as you start walking out of the room. Let's say a patient tells us, "Doctor, I can't sleep," how de we approach this? MOIRA: The first step is a comprehensive sleep and health history. Clinical assessment should describe the sleep disturbance and elicit etiological and exacerbating factors. You want to understand the nature of the complaint; is it difficulty to fall asleep, difficulty staying asleep, early morning awakening, or some combination? How long has it been going on? What's the impact on daytime functioning? ARREAZA: That's why I think it should be addressed in a full encounter, if possible, because understanding the full extent of the problem requires time. We need to think about contributing factors too. MOIRA: Absolutely. Factors such as medications, medical disorders, and psychiatric disorders can all increase the risk for insomnia. You need to screen for comorbid conditions, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and chronic pain. Insomnia is actually both a risk factor for and a symptom of several psychiatric disorders. You also want to rule out other primary sleep disorders. Comorbid insomnia and sleep apnea, for example, is highly prevalent and debilitating. If someone has both insomnia and obstructive sleep apnea, treating only one without addressing the other may lead to suboptimal outcomes. ARREAZA: Now that you mention comorbid conditions, let's mention nocturia. I feel like it's very common with my older patients. MOIRA: Great point. Nocturia (waking from sleep at night to void) and chronic insomnia frequently co-exist in older adults, contributing synergistically to sleep disturbance. Treatments typically target either nocturia or insomnia rather than simultaneously addressing the shared mechanisms for these disorders. There's emerging work on integrated cognitive-behavioral treatment programs that address both conditions simultaneously, which is a promising direction. 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Most of us assume that major hotel brands have sophisticated financial systems running behind the scenes. In this episode, Jess Conroy, CEO and co-founder of ROH, explains just how wrong that assumption is — and why she's spent the last several years building the financial core that hospitality never had.What We Covered:The manual payments problem hiding in plain sightWhy the biggest hotel brands have the biggest challengesThe hidden complexity of every hotel transactionWhy the hospitality industry was overlooked by fintechHow ROH got its start in meetings and eventsWhat "AI-first" actually means at ROHHow ROH fits into the existing hotel software stackThe go-to-market reality of a franchise-heavy industryA transaction-based model that aligns incentivesScale and growth: managing over $1 billion across the portfolioThe stale data problem driving bad hotel decisionsThe vision: a financial foundation for every hotel dollarKey TakeawaysHotel payments are a solved problem almost everywhere except hospitality itself — the industry's bias toward "human solves" left it behind.The complexity of hotel transactions (variable pricing, upgrades, OTAs, group contracts) makes automation far more valuable here than in simpler retail or restaurant contexts.Building something that didn't exist before is the hardest sales motion — you're not replacing a known tool, you're educating a market about a problem they've learned to live with.Year-over-year expansion within existing hotels is the clearest signal of product-market fit — customers keep expanding their use once they're on the platform.About Jess ConroyJess Conroy is the CEO and co-founder of ROH, a financial infrastructure platform for hotels. A second-time founder, she has spent nearly 15 years building in and around the hospitality industry. ROH is currently managing over $1 billion in hotel transactions across its growing portfolio.Connect with Fintech One-on-One:Tweet me @PeterRentonConnect with me on LinkedInFind previous Fintech One-on-One episodes
In the Cretaceous Period (c.100 million years ago) Egypt and North Africa were radically different environments. With vast tidal flats and mangroves, and a shallow sea, the continent fostered numerous animal and plant species. Creatures like Paralititan (sauropods); the sprinting Deltadromeus; the infamous Spinosaurus; and the newcomer Tameryraptor. These have been preserved in the fossil record from Egypt and other countries in North Africa. Today, we meet some of the inhabitants of this ancient landscape… Logo image: Spinosaurus aegyptiacus, by Paleogeeksquared, via Wikimedia. Animals mentioned in this episode: Paralititan: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paralititan Deltadromeus: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deltadromeus Mawsonia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mawsonia_(fish) Leptostomia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leptostomia Spinosaurus: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spinosaurus Tameryraptor: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tameryraptor Select references: Dal Sasso, C., Maganuco, S., & Iurino, D. (2014). Update on the internal structure of the snout of Spinosaurus aegyptiacus. Second North African Vertebrate Palaeontology Congress, Ouarzazate. Darwish, M. H., & Attia, Y. (2007). Plant impressions from the mangrove-dinosaur Unit of the Upper Cretaceous Bahariya Formation of Egypt. Taeckholmia, 27, 105--125. Hone, D., & Holtz Jr, T. R. (2021). Evaluating the ecology of Spinosaurus: Shoreline generalist or aquatic pursuit specialist? Palaeontologia Electronica, 24(1), 1–28. https://doi.org/10.26879/1110 Hone, D., & Witton, M. P. (2025). Spinosaur Tales: The Biology and Ecology of the Spinosaurs. Ibrahim, N., Sereno, P. C., Dal Sasso, C., Maganuco, S., Fabbri, M., Martill, D. M., Zouhri, S., Myhrvold, N., & Iurino, D. A. (2014). Semiaquatic adaptations in a giant predatory dinosaur. Science, 345(6204), 1613--1616. https://doi.org/10.1126/science.1258750 Roach, J. (2001, May 31). “Tidal Giant” Roamed Coastal Swamps of Ancient Africa. National Geographic News. https://web.archive.org/web/20010605022420/http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2001/05/0531_tidaldinosaur.html Sereno, P. C., Myhrvold, N., Henderson, D. M., Fish, F. E., Vidal, D., Baumgart, S. L., Keillor, T. M., Formoso, K. K., & Conroy, L. L. (2022). Spinosaurus is not an aquatic dinosaur. eLife, 11, e80092. https://doi.org/10.7554/eLife.80092 Smith, J. B., Lamanna, M. C., Lacovara, K. J., Dodson, P., Smith, J. R., Poole, J. C., Giegengack, R., & Attia, Y. (2001). A Giant Sauropod Dinosaur from an Upper Cretaceous Mangrove Deposit in Egypt. Science, 292(5522), 1704--1706. https://doi.org/10.1126/science.1060561 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices