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The Summer of 2026 may be over, but Winter is Coming.This week Andy, Ash, Stu and Ed look ahead to the biggest films and TV shows arriving between October 2026 and January 2027. From Tom Cruise's mysterious next project Digger!, to Clayface, Crystal Lake, Godzilla Minus Zero, Blade Runner 2099, Dune: Part Three, Harry Potter, The Beekeeper 2 and much more, the lads ask what should be on your watchlist, what's destined to disappoint, and what could become the next big surprise hit.The Short Short Film Film Review returns with Laura Living Backwards, the award-winning Midlands-made sci-fi short from Kate Horlor. With an ingenious time-travel concept, a fantastic lead performance from Sarah Feltham, and enough ideas to embarrass most modern Doctor Who episodes, the team discuss why this tiny production has left such a big impression.Finally, the Cruise Cruise reaches Mission: Impossible III (2006). Tom Cruise recruits TV wunderkind J.J. Abrams, Philip Seymour Hoffman delivers one of the most chilling villains of the 2000s, and Ethan Hunt attempts the most impossible mission of all: settling down and living a normal life.Of course, no discussion of 2006 Tom Cruise would be complete without another trip into Scientology Watch. This week it's South Park vs Scientology. Xenu goes mainstream, Tom Cruise becomes a cartoon punchline, Suri is born, Paramount loses patience, and the Church discovers something more dangerous than government investigators, journalists, or rival religions:A joke.With the usual blend of blockbusters, nonsense, cults, time travel, impossible missions, and animated character assassinations, it's time once again to take Cruise Control.

Matt & Oren talk about how nice it would be to have a career that drives itself. One where you the money keeps coming in. And the hustle is less.You might think cruise control means not caring. But that's not what this episode is about. Matt and Oren want to share some ways to keep caring. Ways to hack your dopamine system to stay motivated, maybe even ambitious.Is that a bad thing?.You already know that “hope” is not a business plan. But how can you deal with the depression, or better put, long lulls in dopamine fixes from landing jobs and being on set?Creating output is definitely one way. And Matt and Oren have a lively chat about whether a short film can help your career as a commercial director. And how you can use a thoughtfully conceived short to your advantage when pitching jobs.You won't want to miss this episode if you've ever wondered, “Am I the only one not working right now?”Help Matt's film: https://wefunder.com/badfeelingJoin the Just Shoot it Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/JustShootItPodMatt's Endorsement: Canva.ai makes decks easier than using Photoshop, Illustrator, and Google Slides.Oren's Endorsement: Intermittent fasting is really effective for weight loss.Just Shoot It is co-hosted by comedy commercial directors Matt Enlow (mrmattenlow.com) and Oren Kaplan (directedbyoren.com). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Return of the Summer Smash. Part two of our Summer Review sees Andy, Ash, Stu, and Ed wrap up their look back at the record-breaking Summer of 2026. With July and Augustdelivering the season's heaviest of heavy-hitters; The Odyssey, Spider-Man: Brand New Day, surprise successes, disappointments, horror hits, and the films that helped turn a strong summer into one of the biggest box-office stories in modern cinema. The question remains: did Summer 2026 prove audiences still want the big-screen experience? The Short Short Film Film Review heads back to where it all began with Amblin', the low-budget short film that launched the career of a young filmmaker named Steven Spielberg. Long before the sharks, dinosaurs, aliens and archaeologists, there was a desert road trip, a guitar case, and a glimpse of one of cinema's future giants finding his voice. Finally, the Cruise Cruise rolls straight into our Spielberg double-bill, as Tom reunites with Steve in an alien invasion epic, as we talk all things War of the Worlds (2005). Giant tripods. Panicked crowds. Dakota Fanning screaming at frequencies normally reserved for military sonar. Between Spielberg's relentless direction, one of Cruise's most intense performances, and a post-9/11 blockbuster packed with anxiety, fear, and spectacle, the lads ask whether this is one of the most underrated science-fiction films of the 2000s. Of course, no discussion of 2005 Tom Cruise would be complete without a trip through Scientology Watch, and this is a PRIME CRUISE MADNESS tale!With the usual blend of silliness, seriousness, alien invasions, and existential panic, it's time once again to take Cruise Control. 

Lauren's guest is GQ global editorial director Adam Baidawi, fresh off his first Tom Cruise magazine interview in 20 years. They talk through that shirtless cover, why he steered clear of the Scientology questions, his path from Melbourne freelancer to British GQ to succeeding Will Welch, and his plan to widen GQ's aperture without losing its edge. Plus, why he thinks these legacy fashion brands should actually be making real money.

(0:00) Felger and Mazz open up the show talking about the Red Sox being stuck on cruise control, and a reality check once they hit the playoffs. Plus, the Ticket Weasel is back again this week!(13:46) Is the Red Sox offense good enough to win a World Series in 2026? (25:29) Why would the Red Sox not start Payton Tolle in Game two of the playoffs? (32:16) Mazz' Tiers ranking the NFL teams after Week One.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Just like cruise control keeps a car moving at the same speed without adjusting to what's ahead, we can put our calling on cruise control and keep moving based only on what God told us at the beginning. But God wants us to continually check in with the Holy Spirit along the way. Take your calling off cruise control, listen to the Holy Spirit, and let Him guide you every step of the journey. __________ 1 Chronicles 4:9-10 NLT and 1 Kings 19:19-21 NLT __________ Partner with Us: https://churchforentrepreneurs.com/partner Connect with Us: https://churchforentrepreneurs.com __________    

Summer 2026: The Cinema Strikes Back (Part 1)This week Andy, Ash, Stu, and Ed begin their look back at the record-breaking Summer of 2026, breaking down the biggest hits, surprise successes, spectacular failures, and the films that kept audiences piling into cinemas all season long. In Part 1, the lads tackle May and June, from billion-dollar blockbusters and breakout horror hits to forgotten curios and expensive disappointments, asking whether this was the summer Hollywood finally remembered how to make people leave the house.The Short Short Film Film Review takes aim at the viral relationship comedy It's Not About The Nail, a deceptively simple short that asks one of life's most important questions: are people looking for solutions, or do they just want somebody to listen?Finally, the Cruise Cruise rolls into the gorgeously neon-soaked streets of Los Angeles as Tom Cruise swaps heroics for homicide in Collateral. Grey hair. Sharp suits. Deadly precision. Cruise delivers one of the most surprising performances of his career as Vincent, a contract killer who turns an ordinary taxi ride into a nightmare. Between Jamie Foxx's breakout dramatic performance, Michael Mann's hypnotic vision of LA, and one of the coolest movie villains of the 21st century, the lads ask whether this might actually be Cruise at his very best.With the usual blend of silliness, seriousness, and another alarming instalment of Scientology Watch, it's time once again to take Cruise Control.

Alex and Beck discuss the sudden dissolution of Alex's car cred, the joy of automatic distance control, and some bad habits of highway travel; the CyberCab versus the Volkswagen XL1; why EV companies don't compete in racing series; the downside of a cohesive design language across all models from a brand; a lovely picture of vacationing with children; and "feeling poor" in a Ferrari on the Monterey Peninsula.They move on to answering some Questions of the Week from the popular series in BaT Features, in which they cover such disparate subjects as Inspector Gadget, the Ninja Turtles, and Tail Spin; forced tension on movie characters; a double-wing F40 amongst the Prii; ways to improve a Delorean; tow trucks as bodyguards; Cord pipes, SVO Mustangs, and Autozams; a genius idea for new YouTube content; middle-aged men with nothing better to do; merit badges; a dad's requirement to click tongs; and Tom Sawyering Boy Scouts into maintaining your car.Links for things mentioned in this episode:4:17 The light fantastic The Intercooler article on the Volkswagen XL117:48  Blu Elettrico 2014 Ferrari LaFerrari22:44 The Mohr Imports Monterey Car Week Collection23:44  Question of the Week category on BaT39:04 Modified Twin-Turbo 1981 DeLorean DMC-12 6-Speed39:42  Matt Farah's 4,400-Mile 1983 DeLorean DMC-12 5-Speed49:49 1954 Moretti 750 Gran Sport Vintage RacerGot suggestions for our next guest from the BaT community or One Year Garage episode? Let us know at podcast@bringatrailer.com!

Join Cat and Rob for a discussion of Speed 2: Cruise Control

Welcome to Season 9 of the Biltmore Church Podcast! To start this season, we're following along with our teaching series through the life of Elijah.This week, Clayton King joins us as we continue our series through the life of Elijah. Picking up from 1 Kings 17, we talk about “cruise control Christianity” - how easy it is to become spiritually comfortable without even realizing it.What are the warning signs that we're coasting? What practices help keep our relationship with Jesus growing? What role does prayer play? And how do we trust God when we don't know how He's going to provide?Whether your faith feels strong right now or you've realized you're simply going through the motions, this conversation is an encouragement to keep pursuing Jesus and depending on Him one day at a time.

We started the month in 2001, before moving on 1 year later, and now we're doing 15 years later as ya boys delve into Summer 2016. Andy, Ash, and Stu unpack a season where Hollywood went all‑in on IP. With Civil War dominating the box office, Suicide Squad imploding in real time, Finding Dory and The Jungle Book battling for family supremacy, and Ghostbusters, Bourne, X‑Men, Star Trek, and Independence Day all fighting to stay relevant, the lads explore a summer defined by franchise fatigue, universe‑building desperation, and the moment everything became a brand.This week's Short Short Film Film Review tackles OCD, Steven Ogg's jagged, claustrophobic descent into compulsion and ritual, powered by one of the most feral performances of the decade.Finally, the Cruise cruise rides into The Last Samurai, a sweeping, blood‑and‑honour epic that finds Tom Cruise at his most earnest and transformative. Between Meiji‑era upheaval, prestige‑era ambition, and the ever‑important Scientology Watch check‑in, the lads ask whether this is Cruise's most soulful turn — or simply the moment Hollywood decided he could carry an entire civilisation on his back.With the usual blend of silliness, seriousness, and three‑man chaos, it's time once again to take Cruise Control.

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The Millennial Moment rolls forward as Andy, Ash, and Stu regroup to examine the first post‑9/11 summer slate — Summer 2002, a season where Hollywood found itself blinking into a new world and trying to figure out what blockbuster filmmaking even looked like anymore. From tonal pivots to unexpected genre swings, the lads dig into how studios adapted, how themes evolved, and what took hold as the industry recalibrated in real time.This week's Short Short Film Film Review rewinds all the way to the 1930s with Who Killed Rover?, a bizarre, proto‑noir curiosity that blends stiff‑upper‑lip melodrama with accidental absurdity. It's creaky, strange, and unintentionally hilarious — the kind of archival oddity that leaves the boys wondering whether early cinema was secretly funnier than it ever meant to be.Finally, the Cruise cruise swerves into full pop‑culture parody territory as the lads revisit Austin Powers in Goldmember. Dutch villains, disco‑era nonsense, celebrity cameos, and Mike Myers firing jokes at a rate no human could reasonably absorb collide with Tom Cruise's unforgettable cameo. Between the early‑2000s comedy boom, the meta‑celebrity chaos, and the ever‑important Scientology Watch check‑in, the lads ask the big question: is this Cruise's strangest detour, or simply the moment Hollywood realised he could be funny on purpose?With the usual blend of silliness, seriousness, and three‑man chaos, it's time once again to take Cruise Control.

Summer 2001's Silver Anniversary celebration kicks into full swing as the Fab Four — Andy, Ash, Ed, and Stu — reunite for a sun‑soaked, nostalgia‑drunk march through one of the strangest, most transitional seasons in blockbuster history. From the dying glow of pre‑franchise Hollywood to the first rumblings of the IP‑driven future, the lads dig into what made Summer '01 such a peculiar cultural crossroads and why its films still echo through the multiplexes today.This week's Short Short Film Film Review spotlights Charlie Kaufman's How to Shoot a Ghost, a surreal, melancholic, and quietly deranged miniature about grief, hauntings, and the impossible etiquette of dealing with the dead. It's slippery, funny, and unmistakably Kaufman — a spectral how‑to guide that leaves the boys wondering whether the ghost is the problem, or whether the living are far worse.Finally, the Cruise cruise barrels forward into the neon‑blue, pre‑cog‑powered paranoia of Minority Report. Futurist tech, spider‑bots, milk‑bath visions, and Spielbergian momentum collide as Tom Cruise sprints through a world determined to arrest him for a crime he hasn't committed yet. Between the philosophical tangles of free will, the early‑2000s tech prophecy, and the ever‑important Scientology Watch check‑in, the lads ask the big question: is this Cruise's most finely tuned blockbuster performance, or simply the moment Spielberg weaponised Tom's run for maximum cinematic impact?With the usual blend of silliness, seriousness, and four‑man chaos, it's time once again to take Cruise Control.

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The Nolan celebration reaches fever pitch this week as Andy, Ash, and Stu assemble for a monumental, film-by-film march through Christopher Nolan's entire filmography. From the micro-budget ingenuity of Following to the existential quantum puzzles of Interstellar and the historical weight of Oppenheimer, the boys untangle non-linear timelines, spatial architecture, and Nolan's relentless obsession with men trapped inside their own minds. Plus, the trio swing into the web-slinging world to deliver their full review of Spider-Man: Brand New Day.This week's Short Short Film Film Review spotlights A Teachable Lesson (2016), a darkly absurd and razor-sharp short following a gunshot victim bleeding out by the side of the road, only for a passing mother to hijack his final moments as an unhinged life lesson for her six-year-old son. It's pitch-black, uncomfortable, and brilliantly executed, turning a gruesome roadside emergency into a masterclass in parenting gone completely off the rails.Finally, the Cruise cruise sails straight into a waking nightmare as the lads wake up inside Cameron Crowe's Vanilla Sky (2001). Masked pop-star vanity, fractured realities, and A-list existential dread collide as Tom faces off against his own movie-star image. Between evaluating the Cruise-Cruz chemistry and peeling back the real-world 2001 Church handlers hovering over the set, the boys ask the ultimate question: is this Cruise's boldest risk, or just high-budget Hollywood self-indulgence?With the usual blend of silliness, seriousness, and a crucial Scientology Watch check-in, it's time once again to take Cruise Control.

The Christopher Nolan celebration march barrels forward as Andy and Ash dive headfirst into the director's colossal new behemoth, The Odyssey — a film so dense, so operatic, and so cosmically wound that even the lads need a breather before tackling its temporal labyrinths. Thankfully, the Cagey Awards return to bring some '90s Cruise clarity, as the boys start charting Tom's evolution from Hollywood's golden boy to full‑tilt blockbuster deity.This week's Short Short Film Film Review spotlights Finding Daddy, a darkly funny, sharply observed short about two sisters confronting their estranged father after discovering his sleazy sugar‑daddy persona online. It's messy, lived‑in, and balances bleak realism with a strangely triumphant edge, as the girls wrestle with the gap between the dad they imagined and the one they actually get.Finally, the Cruise cruise hits choppy waters — and then fully runs aground — as the lads confront Mission: Impossible II. Doves, leather jackets, slow‑motion gunplay, and an entire ocean of Woo‑isms collide with Tom's most chaotic franchise detour. Will Andy and Ash find hidden brilliance beneath the operatic nonsense, or does this mission simply self‑destruct?With the usual blend of silliness, seriousness, and a crucial Scientology Watch check‑in, it's time once again to take Cruise Control.

In this episode, we'll look back at the severe storms from Tuesday and the gorgeous stretch of weather ahead. It'll feel like September, but this is going to end. Lastly, tropical depression Bertha is close to dissipating.

This week on AwesomeCast 788, Sorg, Katie Dudas, and Dave Podnar explore the growing appeal of retro technology, screen-free devices, customizable gadgets, and digital tools that give users more control. Katie begins with Mama's Night Off, a browser game inspired by Dungeon Crawler Carl and the Maeve Chocolate Dirty Shirley bar. Dave introduces Garmin's new screenless fitness tracker, an alternative to smartwatches and subscription-heavy wearables. Sorg shares his experience setting up RetroArch on Apple TV, including its wide range of supported systems, open-source games, ROM management, controllers, and the tinkering required to make everything work. The conversation expands into the tension between digital convenience and physical ownership. The hosts discuss GameStop's response to Sony's physical-media decisions, the rapid progress of PlayStation 5 emulation, and why consumers are returning to CDs, vinyl, cassettes, retro games, and other physical formats. They also have an extended discussion about generative AI, creative production, AI-assisted image editing, automation tools, corporate responsibility, electrical-grid pressures, and the rapid construction of data centers. The hosts examine the difference between rejecting AI entirely and learning how to use it responsibly while still demanding accountability from businesses and government. Later, the show looks at NASA's Psyche spacecraft capturing a Mars flyby, Pittsburgh movie history through the Pastfinders app, a minimalist flip phone for people who want fewer distractions, a development board that turns old Nintendo Wii Remotes into customizable controllers, and Google Photos restoring a traditional search option alongside Ask Photos. Stories and Gadgets Discussed Awesome Things of the Week Mama's Night Off and the Maeve Chocolate Dirty Shirley Bar Katie shares a browser-based game connected to Dungeon Crawler Carl. Players fire magical projectiles at cherries to help create Mama's Dirty Shirley. The hosts discuss the game's intentionally retro presentation and voice work by Jeff Hays. Play the game and view the chocolate bar: https://maevechocolate.com/products/virgin-dirty-shirley/?game Garmin's Screenless Fitness Tracker Dave introduces Garmin's wearable fitness tracker designed without a screen. The device offers health and activity tracking without requiring users to wear a full smartwatch. The hosts discuss its approximately ten-day battery life, Garmin Connect compatibility, optional Garmin Connect+ subscription, and Garmin's reputation for durable hardware and direct fitness feedback. Engadget: https://www.engadget.com/2219713/garmin-finally-made-a-screenless-fitness-tracker/ Garmin product information: https://www.garmin.com/en-US/p/1989182/#specs RetroArch on Apple TV Sorg explains how RetroArch can turn an Apple TV into a multi-system retro-gaming device. The software supports numerous systems, including Nintendo, Sega, arcade, PlayStation-era platforms, and older computer games. The hosts discuss Bluetooth controllers, open-source games, shareware versions of Doom and Wolfenstein, storage limitations, organizing ROM libraries, and troubleshooting incompatible files. Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/retroarch/id6499539433 Supported platforms: https://www.retroarch.com/?page=platforms Awesome Person of the Week Ralph Teetor and the Invention of Cruise Control Dave highlights engineer Ralph Teetor, who became blind as a child and later earned engineering degrees. Frustrated by the repeated acceleration and deceleration of drivers, Teetor developed an early version of cruise control. The hosts discuss the evolution from basic speed control to adaptive cruise control and its relationship to modern driver-assistance systems. Teetor later served as president of the Society of Automotive Engineers, and an SAE award for educators bears his name. Automotive Hall of Fame: https://automotivehalloffame.org/honoree/ralph-r-teetor/ Chachi Says Video Game Minute Playing GTA III and Vice City Inside GTA: San Andreas A PC mod allows players controlling CJ in Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas to walk up to an in-game television and launch GTA III or Vice City. The hosts compare the concept to a video-game version of Inception. https://www.tomshardware.com/video-games/pc-gaming/gta-3-and-vice-city-are-now-playable-inside-san-andreas-a-mod-lets-you-revisit-liberty-city-and-vice-city-without-leaving-san-andreas GameStop's CEO Responds to the Decline of Physical Games GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen argues that Sony reducing physical-disc support will not significantly hurt the company because new video-game sales represent a relatively small portion of its business. The discussion includes GameStop's continued interest in eBay and the changing economics of physical game retail. https://www.ign.com/articles/gamestop-ceo-ryan-cohen-insists-sony-killing-physical-discs-doesnt-matter-at-all-because-video-game-sales-make-up-so-little-of-his-business PlayStation 5 Emulation Progress Developers are making progress booting PlayStation 5 titles through multiple emulation projects. Two-dimensional games are advancing more quickly, while fully rendering complex three-dimensional games remains a significant challenge. The story sparks a broader conversation about game preservation, physical ownership, digital licensing, and consumer distrust. https://www.tomshardware.com/video-games/playstation/ps5-emulation-ramps-up-in-wake-of-sonys-end-to-physical-media-ps5-titles-now-booting-across-different-emulators-with-rapid-community-development-for-both-2d-and-3d-games AI, Creative Work and Data Centers The hosts discuss the growing use of AI-assisted tools in image editing, video production, business documents, email, captions, background extension, and design mockups. Sorg explains how AI can help reformat posters for different social-media dimensions without replacing the original creative work. The discussion distinguishes generative AI from other machine-learning tools, such as automated transcription, rotoscoping, search, and image organization. Dave raises concerns about social-media challenges potentially being used to gather free voice-training data. The group discusses how Google, Adobe, Canva, and other platforms increasingly build AI functions directly into existing software. The hosts argue that professionals cannot simply ignore the technology, but they should evaluate where it is appropriate and disclose its use when needed. The discussion also addresses the electrical demands of new data centers, corporate incentives, local government decisions, environmental protections, grid capacity, and the disproportionate placement of industrial infrastructure near lower-income communities. Their central argument is that rapid technological growth must be accompanied by accountability, regulation, public representation, and responsible development. NASA Psyche Mars Flyby NASA's Psyche spacecraft used a Mars flyby as a gravitational assist while traveling deeper into the solar system. The mission captured detailed images and a time-lapse view of Mars during the maneuver. Dave highlights the value of scientific exploration driven by curiosity and the desire to understand more about the universe. https://science.nasa.gov/blogs/psyche/2026/07/17/nasas-psyche-mission-delivers-mars-flyby-data-time-lapse-video/ Pittsburgh Bridges on Film and Pastfinders Sorg highlights a collaboration between Pastfinders and the Pittsburgh Film Office focused on Pittsburgh bridges featured in movies and television. Examples discussed include locations connected to Mayor of Kingstown, Sweet Girl, Jack Reacher, The Perks of Being a Wallflower, The Dark Knight Rises, Dogma, The Silence of the Lambs, and Mindhunter. The hosts discuss how the Pastfinders app sends location-based notifications about historical sites, movie locations, landmarks, and unusual local stories. Pastfinders: https://www.pastfinders.app/ Pittsburgh Film Office bridge-tour post: https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1458603939638716&set=pcb.1458603999638710 The Light Flip Minimalist Phone The hosts examine a modern minimalist flip phone inspired by classic designs. It uses physical buttons, T9-style typing, a small screen, and a dedicated operating system rather than standard Android. The group discusses the appeal for people who want calls, messages, navigation, and limited apps without carrying a high-powered smartphone. They also consider whether younger users might adopt simpler phones to reduce social-media use and screen time. https://9to5google.com/2026/07/21/light-flip-minimalist-phone-announcement/ OpenMote: Repurposing the Nintendo Wii Remote Sorg introduces OpenMote, a drop-in development board that turns a Nintendo Wii Remote into a customizable controller. Demonstrations include pointing the remote at lamps to control them. The hosts brainstorm uses for smart-home controls, games, production equipment, lighting effects, custom 3D-printed controllers, and event technology. OpenMote: https://openmote.io/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio Instagram demonstration: https://www.instagram.com/reels/Da8p5B7PNKP/ OpenMote Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/openmote.io/ Google Photos Restores Classic Search Google Photos is adding an option that lets users choose between the newer Gemini-powered Ask Photos experience and a more traditional search interface. The hosts discuss why some users prefer entering straightforward terms rather than asking an AI-generated question. The change becomes an example of why providing a choice can reduce frustration when companies add AI to familiar products. https://9to5google.com/2026/07/20/google-photos-classic-search-toggle/ Also Discussed The return of CDs, vinyl records, cassettes, retro games, and physical media. The difference between owning digital media and licensing access to it. Consumer distrust of large technology companies. The space required to store large physical-media collections. Using Gemini to interpret business acronyms and generate a first draft of a statement of work. Severe-weather alerts and Katie briefly leaving the podcast during a tornado warning. Dave's upcoming races, including the Two-Face Race and Trick or Trot 5K. The next AwesomeCast interview with Spotter Global and its technology for detecting drones and identifying operators. Support the show at: https://www.patreon.com/awesomecast Discover more from the Sorgatron Media Podcast Network: https://sorgatronmedia.com

This week on AwesomeCast 788, Sorg, Katie Dudas, and Dave Podnar explore the growing appeal of retro technology, screen-free devices, customizable gadgets, and digital tools that give users more control. Katie begins with Mama's Night Off, a browser game inspired by Dungeon Crawler Carl and the Maeve Chocolate Dirty Shirley bar. Dave introduces Garmin's new screenless fitness tracker, an alternative to smartwatches and subscription-heavy wearables. Sorg shares his experience setting up RetroArch on Apple TV, including its wide range of supported systems, open-source games, ROM management, controllers, and the tinkering required to make everything work. The conversation expands into the tension between digital convenience and physical ownership. The hosts discuss GameStop's response to Sony's physical-media decisions, the rapid progress of PlayStation 5 emulation, and why consumers are returning to CDs, vinyl, cassettes, retro games, and other physical formats. They also have an extended discussion about generative AI, creative production, AI-assisted image editing, automation tools, corporate responsibility, electrical-grid pressures, and the rapid construction of data centers. The hosts examine the difference between rejecting AI entirely and learning how to use it responsibly while still demanding accountability from businesses and government. Later, the show looks at NASA's Psyche spacecraft capturing a Mars flyby, Pittsburgh movie history through the Pastfinders app, a minimalist flip phone for people who want fewer distractions, a development board that turns old Nintendo Wii Remotes into customizable controllers, and Google Photos restoring a traditional search option alongside Ask Photos. Stories and Gadgets Discussed Awesome Things of the Week Mama's Night Off and the Maeve Chocolate Dirty Shirley Bar Katie shares a browser-based game connected to Dungeon Crawler Carl. Players fire magical projectiles at cherries to help create Mama's Dirty Shirley. The hosts discuss the game's intentionally retro presentation and voice work by Jeff Hays. Play the game and view the chocolate bar: https://maevechocolate.com/products/virgin-dirty-shirley/?game Garmin's Screenless Fitness Tracker Dave introduces Garmin's wearable fitness tracker designed without a screen. The device offers health and activity tracking without requiring users to wear a full smartwatch. The hosts discuss its approximately ten-day battery life, Garmin Connect compatibility, optional Garmin Connect+ subscription, and Garmin's reputation for durable hardware and direct fitness feedback. Engadget: https://www.engadget.com/2219713/garmin-finally-made-a-screenless-fitness-tracker/ Garmin product information: https://www.garmin.com/en-US/p/1989182/#specs RetroArch on Apple TV Sorg explains how RetroArch can turn an Apple TV into a multi-system retro-gaming device. The software supports numerous systems, including Nintendo, Sega, arcade, PlayStation-era platforms, and older computer games. The hosts discuss Bluetooth controllers, open-source games, shareware versions of Doom and Wolfenstein, storage limitations, organizing ROM libraries, and troubleshooting incompatible files. Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/retroarch/id6499539433 Supported platforms: https://www.retroarch.com/?page=platforms Awesome Person of the Week Ralph Teetor and the Invention of Cruise Control Dave highlights engineer Ralph Teetor, who became blind as a child and later earned engineering degrees. Frustrated by the repeated acceleration and deceleration of drivers, Teetor developed an early version of cruise control. The hosts discuss the evolution from basic speed control to adaptive cruise control and its relationship to modern driver-assistance systems. Teetor later served as president of the Society of Automotive Engineers, and an SAE award for educators bears his name. Automotive Hall of Fame: https://automotivehalloffame.org/honoree/ralph-r-teetor/ Chachi Says Video Game Minute Playing GTA III and Vice City Inside GTA: San Andreas A PC mod allows players controlling CJ in Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas to walk up to an in-game television and launch GTA III or Vice City. The hosts compare the concept to a video-game version of Inception. https://www.tomshardware.com/video-games/pc-gaming/gta-3-and-vice-city-are-now-playable-inside-san-andreas-a-mod-lets-you-revisit-liberty-city-and-vice-city-without-leaving-san-andreas GameStop's CEO Responds to the Decline of Physical Games GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen argues that Sony reducing physical-disc support will not significantly hurt the company because new video-game sales represent a relatively small portion of its business. The discussion includes GameStop's continued interest in eBay and the changing economics of physical game retail. https://www.ign.com/articles/gamestop-ceo-ryan-cohen-insists-sony-killing-physical-discs-doesnt-matter-at-all-because-video-game-sales-make-up-so-little-of-his-business PlayStation 5 Emulation Progress Developers are making progress booting PlayStation 5 titles through multiple emulation projects. Two-dimensional games are advancing more quickly, while fully rendering complex three-dimensional games remains a significant challenge. The story sparks a broader conversation about game preservation, physical ownership, digital licensing, and consumer distrust. https://www.tomshardware.com/video-games/playstation/ps5-emulation-ramps-up-in-wake-of-sonys-end-to-physical-media-ps5-titles-now-booting-across-different-emulators-with-rapid-community-development-for-both-2d-and-3d-games AI, Creative Work and Data Centers The hosts discuss the growing use of AI-assisted tools in image editing, video production, business documents, email, captions, background extension, and design mockups. Sorg explains how AI can help reformat posters for different social-media dimensions without replacing the original creative work. The discussion distinguishes generative AI from other machine-learning tools, such as automated transcription, rotoscoping, search, and image organization. Dave raises concerns about social-media challenges potentially being used to gather free voice-training data. The group discusses how Google, Adobe, Canva, and other platforms increasingly build AI functions directly into existing software. The hosts argue that professionals cannot simply ignore the technology, but they should evaluate where it is appropriate and disclose its use when needed. The discussion also addresses the electrical demands of new data centers, corporate incentives, local government decisions, environmental protections, grid capacity, and the disproportionate placement of industrial infrastructure near lower-income communities. Their central argument is that rapid technological growth must be accompanied by accountability, regulation, public representation, and responsible development. NASA Psyche Mars Flyby NASA's Psyche spacecraft used a Mars flyby as a gravitational assist while traveling deeper into the solar system. The mission captured detailed images and a time-lapse view of Mars during the maneuver. Dave highlights the value of scientific exploration driven by curiosity and the desire to understand more about the universe. https://science.nasa.gov/blogs/psyche/2026/07/17/nasas-psyche-mission-delivers-mars-flyby-data-time-lapse-video/ Pittsburgh Bridges on Film and Pastfinders Sorg highlights a collaboration between Pastfinders and the Pittsburgh Film Office focused on Pittsburgh bridges featured in movies and television. Examples discussed include locations connected to Mayor of Kingstown, Sweet Girl, Jack Reacher, The Perks of Being a Wallflower, The Dark Knight Rises, Dogma, The Silence of the Lambs, and Mindhunter. The hosts discuss how the Pastfinders app sends location-based notifications about historical sites, movie locations, landmarks, and unusual local stories. Pastfinders: https://www.pastfinders.app/ Pittsburgh Film Office bridge-tour post: https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1458603939638716&set=pcb.1458603999638710 The Light Flip Minimalist Phone The hosts examine a modern minimalist flip phone inspired by classic designs. It uses physical buttons, T9-style typing, a small screen, and a dedicated operating system rather than standard Android. The group discusses the appeal for people who want calls, messages, navigation, and limited apps without carrying a high-powered smartphone. They also consider whether younger users might adopt simpler phones to reduce social-media use and screen time. https://9to5google.com/2026/07/21/light-flip-minimalist-phone-announcement/ OpenMote: Repurposing the Nintendo Wii Remote Sorg introduces OpenMote, a drop-in development board that turns a Nintendo Wii Remote into a customizable controller. Demonstrations include pointing the remote at lamps to control them. The hosts brainstorm uses for smart-home controls, games, production equipment, lighting effects, custom 3D-printed controllers, and event technology. OpenMote: https://openmote.io/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio Instagram demonstration: https://www.instagram.com/reels/Da8p5B7PNKP/ OpenMote Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/openmote.io/ Google Photos Restores Classic Search Google Photos is adding an option that lets users choose between the newer Gemini-powered Ask Photos experience and a more traditional search interface. The hosts discuss why some users prefer entering straightforward terms rather than asking an AI-generated question. The change becomes an example of why providing a choice can reduce frustration when companies add AI to familiar products. https://9to5google.com/2026/07/20/google-photos-classic-search-toggle/ Also Discussed The return of CDs, vinyl records, cassettes, retro games, and physical media. 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The Christopher Nolan celebration march rolls on through July as the lads gather to talk a little more temporal architecture, before the Short Short Film Film Review takes a turn for the pitch-black and deeply uncomfortable. This week, we're dissecting The Disappearance of Willie Bingham, a gruesome Australian short that takes a chilling, bureaucratic look at capital punishment. Will Andy, Ash, and Stu find a brilliant piece of speculative fiction, or will this escalating surgical nightmare leave them entirely squeamish?Then, the Cruise cruise drops anchor in the hyper-connected, emotionally raw valley of Paul Thomas Anderson's Magnolia. Tom steps into the leather vest of Frank T.J. Mackey—a toxic, leather-clad, respect-the-cock motivational guru that stands as arguably the most explosive, dick-obsessed role of his entire career. Your boys are diving deep into structural overlapping, torrential frogs, and whether Tom's devastating breakdown by his father's bedside earns him the ultimate praise.With the usual blend of silliness, seriousness, and a highly necessary Scientology Watch check-in, it's time once again to take Cruise Control.

Buckle up for our annual halftime review as Andy, Ash, and Stu take a scalpel to the first six months of 2026. From the catastrophic lets-downs that broke our hearts to the essential comedies actually worth your time—and the horror gems you desperately need on your radar—the lads are charting the highs, the lows, and everything in between from the year so far.To cleanse the palate, the Short Short Film Film Review kicks off a month-long celebration of Sir Christopher Nolan that will carry us all the way through July. We're dissecting Doodlebug, the gritty 1997 micro-short that launched us into the mind-bending filmography of cinema's favorite temporal architect to see where the magic truly began.Then, the Cruise cruise sails into arguably the most intense waters of Tom's career as we approach the end of the 90s with Stanley Kubrick's psychological labyrinth, Eyes Wide Shut. Masked rituals, marital paranoia, and meticulous direction. Will your boys find enlightenment in the shadows, or will this erotic thriller leave us completely cold?With the usual blend of silliness, seriousness, and a crucial Scientology Watch update, it's time once again to take Cruise Control.

Get ready for an emotional battering as Andy, Ash, Ed, and Stu dive head‑first into their Top 5 Moments That Broke Us — the scenes that shattered composure, cracked open chests, and left the lads staring into the middle distance wondering why cinema hurts this much. From gut‑punch revelations to quiet devastation, these are the moments that linger long after the credits roll.To soothe the collective trauma, the Short Short Film Film Review heads to Pixar territory with Small Fry, the Toy Story micro‑short that swaps existential collapse for fast‑food chaos, support‑group satire, and one very disgruntled Buzz Lightyear.Then the Cruise Cruise shifts back into full Hollywood charm offensive as the gang revisit Jerry Maguire. Contracts, conscience, Kwan, and one of the most quotable rom‑com‑sports‑drama hybrids ever made — will the lads still feel the magic, or does Jerry's mission statement fall flat in 2024?With the usual blend of silliness, seriousness, and a crucial Scientology Watch update, it's time once again to take Cruise Control.

In this special bonus episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists, Jessica and Dave welcome back Noel and Richard Paschke, better known as Mr. and Mrs. Ultrasonics, for a deep dive into ultrasonic insert performance, wear, and innovation.   The Paschkes explore why all ultrasonic tips wear over time, how worn inserts impact patient outcomes and clinician efficiency, and the engineering principles behind DuraTip, Rich's latest invention manufactured by Parkell. They also discuss practical systems for measuring insert performance, the risks of using ineffective instruments, and how technology continues to evolve to improve clinical care.   The conversation also highlights Parkell's new TurboSensor+360 ultrasonic scaler and the features designed to improve ergonomics, workflow efficiency, and clinical confidence.   In this episode, you'll learn:   Why ultrasonic inserts lose efficiency as they wear The clinical and ethical implications of using worn instruments   What makes DuraTip different from traditional ultrasonic inserts   How to create a system for monitoring insert performance in your practice   The latest innovations in ultrasonic technology and ergonomics   Key features of Parkell's TurboSensor+360 scaler, including Cruise Control and IntelliSense technology.   Links:  https://www.rdhmag.com/patient-care/ultrasonics/article/55356839/worn-out-work-smarter-not-harder-with-your-ultrasonics-inserts-tips   Contact the Hosts:   Jessica Atkinson: jatkinson@endeavorb2b.com   Dave Torres: dtorres@endeavorb2b.com   This episode is brought to you by our friends at Parkell. Thanks to Parkell for supporting dental professionals with innovative solutions designed to improve clinical performance, efficiency, and ergonomics.

In this special bonus episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists, Jessica and Dave welcome back Noel and Richard Paschke, better known as Mr. and Mrs. Ultrasonics, for a deep dive into ultrasonic insert performance, wear, and innovation.   The Paschkes explore why all ultrasonic tips wear over time, how worn inserts impact patient outcomes and clinician efficiency, and the engineering principles behind DuraTip, Rich's latest invention manufactured by Parkell. They also discuss practical systems for measuring insert performance, the risks of using ineffective instruments, and how technology continues to evolve to improve clinical care.   The conversation also highlights Parkell's new TurboSensor+360 ultrasonic scaler and the features designed to improve ergonomics, workflow efficiency, and clinical confidence.   In this episode, you'll learn:   Why ultrasonic inserts lose efficiency as they wear The clinical and ethical implications of using worn instruments   What makes DuraTip different from traditional ultrasonic inserts   How to create a system for monitoring insert performance in your practice   The latest innovations in ultrasonic technology and ergonomics   Key features of Parkell's TurboSensor+360 scaler, including Cruise Control and IntelliSense technology.   Links:  https://www.rdhmag.com/patient-care/ultrasonics/article/55356839/worn-out-work-smarter-not-harder-with-your-ultrasonics-inserts-tips   Contact the Hosts:   Jessica Atkinson: jatkinson@endeavorb2b.com   Dave Torres: dtorres@endeavorb2b.com   This episode is brought to you by our friends at Parkell. Thanks to Parkell for supporting dental professionals with innovative solutions designed to improve clinical performance, efficiency, and ergonomics.

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Should cruise control be banned? Anna's new car has it and she doesn't know if she loves it or is terrified by it. Probably a mix of both. A mathematician who was correct with his last three predictions for winner of the World Cup speaks out on the country he believes will win this year! And of course, the Simpsons. Fathers takes a saying... and runs with it. Once they start forgetting about it, we start saying it! Kids pick up their fathers' phrases so let's hear them! What's something your dad used to say that you say now?  What is worse than seeing your bucket list and when it's suddenly too late. Now, we have to sign when they run out of breath on their farewell tour? Raven saw ACDC, and he wishes he could time travel 15 years back. Were you mad, sad, or glad this weekend? Anna, Raven Producer Justin and Producer Sophia share... three glads and a mad this weekend, seems like a pretty good turn out! Its a couples court follow up! Suspicious nighttime activity at the neighbor's house turned out to be something they would have never guessed.  We surprised by Raven with a 50th birthday party this weekend. Lots and lots of swears. But regardless, lots of eras of friends, and a 6 month later celebration.  Is Anna Zap out of line? Her friends have been coming to her with her ideas for starting podcasts or becoming online influencers. Anna says NO. Keep your job itll never work. She's just honest... right?  Stephanie has “proof" that her boss has been stealing from the company. They work for a midsize company that sells jewelry. She thinks her boss has been taking inventory and somehow fudging the numbers. She wants to go to the Vice President of the company to tell him. Her husband, Jake, says, snitches get stitches, and to mind her business. Plus, her boss lets her leave early whenever she needs to and always advocates for her when it comes to raises. Why would she jeopardize that? She says it's just not right. She has to speak up. What would you do? Chris has a chance to win $3,200! All he has to do is answer more pop culture questions than Raven in Can't Beat Raven!  

Get ready to turn off the lights and test your nerve as Andy, Ash, and Stu unveil their Top 5 films “not to watch alone in the dark.” From creeping dread to full‑blown panic, these are the moments that make you double‑check the hallway and question every shadow in the room.To steady the pulse, the Short Short Film Film Review takes a gentler turn with the BBC's comedic micro‑short Donkey — a brief palate cleanser before the adrenaline kicks back in.Then the Cruise Cruise shifts gears into pure '90s blockbuster territory as the lads revisit the original Mission: Impossible. Tom ditches the lace cuffs and vampiric brooding for wire‑drops, exploding fish tanks, and the birth of one of cinema's most enduring action franchises. Will Ethan Hunt's first outing still light the fuse for the guys, or does this mission self‑destruct?With the usual blend of silliness, seriousness, and a crucial Scientology Watch update, it's time once again to take Cruise Control.

Like many estate managers, John Dickson Anderson loves walking into a chaotic environment and turning it around.In this conversation, he shares how he brings order to chaotic homes, elevates service standards, and creates (and enforces) protocols to keep everyone on the same page. Plus, we talk about the security risks that come with chaos, and why it's so important to ensure that both principals and household staff follow the right processes. Check out the report we mentioned: The State of Family Office Estate Security.Subscribe to the Easemakers Podcast to hear from more experts in the private service industry, and join the Easemakers community to talk to other estate managers and PSPs on a regular basis.  Enjoying the Easemakers Podcast? Leave us a rating and a review telling us about your favorite episodes and what you want to learn next!The Easemakers Podcast is presented by Nines, modern household management software and services built for private service professionals and the households the support.

Get ready to wrap yourself in a cinematic blanket this week as Andy, Ash, Ed, and Stu sit down to give their top five "comfort food" films. These are the ultimate, cozy crowd-pleasers—the ones you can just switch off, sit back, and relax to when you need that cinematic warm hug.Then, the Short Short Film Film Review keeps things brief but intense as the hosts dive into 2026's 80-second thrill ride, Dead Grandma.Finally, the Cruise Cruise sails into the gothic shadows of 1994 as the guys sink their teeth into Interview with the Vampire. Tom trades in his legal briefs for fangs, ruffles, and centuries of existential dread alongside Brad Pitt. Will Lestat's charismatic villainy win over the guys, or will this vampire chronicle leave them cold?With the usual blend of silliness, seriousness, and a vital Scientology Watch update along the way, it's time to take Cruise Control.

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This week, Andy, Ash, and Stu grab the tissues and brace themselves for a journey through the ultimate emotional rollercoaster of cinema as they kick off this month's theme: Happy Days and Sad Nights.First up, the guys count down their top five "Happy Tears" films. Those heartwarming, tear-jerking masterpieces that manage to devastate and uplift us all at once.Then, in part two, the trio takes a retrospective look back at everything they watched throughout the month of May, checking the box office receipts and separating the genuine cinematic triumphs from the total duds.The Short Short Film Film Review takes a poignant turn as the hosts dive into the deeply moving short-form documentary, A Place Like This.Finally, the Cruise Cruise docks in 1993 for the legal thriller The Firm. Tom trades in his dress uniform for Harvard law degrees, high-stakes tax fraud, and a web of corporate corruption. Can Mitch McDeere outsmart the mob and the FBI, or is he just another asset owned by the company?With the usual blend of silliness, seriousness, and a vital Scientology Watch update along the way, it's time to take Cruise Control.

This week, Andy, Ash, Ed, and Stu navigate a landscape of high-stakes courtrooms, existential cartoons, and a potential movie of the year.First, we're checking the early box office ballots and cracking open Obsession—finding out if this thriller is a genuine Film of the Year candidate or just a fleeting infatuation.Then, our Adult Animation series comes to a mind-bending conclusion as we look at the rise of existential animation over the last few years. From puberty-dread to mid-life crises in cartoon form, we explore how animation became the perfect medium for questioning our own reality.The Short Short Film Film Review gets a wholesome, feathered and furry tale with Piper - A Joy Story.Finally, the Cruise cruise docks in the middle of a high-profile military trial for A Few Good Men. Tom trades the flat cap for a dress uniform, squares off against Jack Nicholson, and discovers that defending the truth means demanding answers you might not even be able to handle.Four hosts, a dive into the cosmic void, a brave little pup, and a legendary courtroom showdown. It's time to take Cruise Control.

This week, Andy, Ash, and Stu navigate a landscape of pop-culture cartoons, Irish immigrants, and a couple new releases.First, we're cracking the case of The Sheep Detectives—finding out if these woolly investigators are top-tier sleuths or just following the herd.Then, our Adult Animation series enters its third era as we tackle the house that Seth MacFarlane built. We're diving into the "iPod Shuffle" comedy of Family Guy, the sitcom subversion of American Dad, and the miracle of the DVD sales that brought a dead show back to life.The Short Short Film Film Review takes a somber, modern turn with 2025's Boy, I'm Scared. We discuss how this seven-minute masterpiece explores digital intimacy, global friendships, and the quiet heartbreak of saying goodbye over a video call.Finally, the Cruise Cruise docks in 19th-century Ireland for Far and Away. Tom trades the flight suit for a flat cap, pairs up with Nicole Kidman, and discovers that the American Dream involves a lot of bare-knuckle boxing.Three hosts, one talking dog, a digital goodbye, and a very intense land grab. It's time to take Cruise Control.

Teenagers are tough critics… but cruises just might be the family vacation that wins them over. From late-night pizza runs and waterslides to teen clubs, freedom, and unforgettable ports, we're diving into everything you need to know about cruising with teens, including the mistakes families make, what's actually worth paying for, and how to choose the perfect cruise for your family dynamic. If you've ever worried your teen would be “bored” on vacation, this episode is for you.To get in touch with either of the agents featured on this episode please email them at:Stacy: Stacy.Rollins@MarvelousMouseTravels.comBeth: Beth.Englert@MarvelousMouseTravels.comVisit our website to request a quote: ⁠⁠www.MarvelousMouseTravels.com⁠⁠View our Youtube channel:⁠ ⁠Marvelous Mouse Travels - YouTube⁠

Get Up resumes with a Laker stomping. Despite a great LeBron game, Reaves and Rui came up short leading to a Thunder beatdown! (0:00) Meanwhile - Finch's Rant - Wemby broke the playoff block record. Were any of them goaltends? (14:00) Then - Donovan Mitchell is the latest to complain about officials. Does the NBA have a reffing problem, or a complaining problem? (23:00) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The planet Nullia has persisted for generations with little outside influence. Whispers of an "Imperium" are just rumors. When an offworlder styling herself as a "Rogue Trader" arrives, however, the chance to leave escape forget venture beyond Nullia presents itself. If you can meet her price in time, that is. session advertisement for the 2025 RinCon Tabletop Gaming Convention Setup Welcome to the newest campaign by Dicey Stories! Rogue Trader: Escape from Nullia is a tabletop roleplaying campaign set in the universe of Games Workshop's Warhammer 40K. It takes its inspiration from the WH40K Rogue Trader video game from Owlcat Games. Our characters start as nobodies, but they are ambitious seekers of knowledge and authority who will do what they must to survive. The release of each episode's audio will be accompanied by a serialized, narrative write-up of the adventure. So give a listen, read along, or enjoy both formats! Rogue Trader: Escape from Nullia is played using the Genesys roleplaying system now published by Edge Studio and the Mythic GM Emulator by Tana Pigeon. Our main resources for this campaign are the Genesys Core Rulebook and Shadow of the Beanstalk. We sometimes reference fanmade WH40K supplements such as Dark Heresy from Hoob and Rogue Trader Genesys from Anthony Arcarola, as well as Environmental Set Pieces from Kainrath, a supplement for Genesys's older sibling, the Star Wars Roleplaying Game. (For other examples of us combining Genesys with the Mythic GM Emulator, see our Resh Hour and Cruise Control campaigns.) Background If you know nothing about Warhammer 40K or Rogue Trader, that's fine! Neither did I prior to starting this game. But if you do know this IP, don't worry; Danielle is quite familiar with the universe from reading novels, playing the Rogue Trader video game, and listening to the Valentyne Heresy actual play from Dumb Dumbs and Dice. This campaign started as a one-shot prepared for the Southern Arizona Gamers Association's 2025 RinCon Tabletop Gaming Convention. Danielle ran it a total of three times in that format, and the story wrapped up in four hours. Once she and I began playing it using the Mythic GM Emulator, however, it spun off in a completely different direction and took on a life of its own. Our PCs started as pre-gens that Danielle made for her module, so they had less personalization than the PCs from some of our recent campaigns. After playing for a little while, we made some adjustments to the characters to suit our liking and then continued on from there. The write-ups of this campaign will primarily be from Timon's perspective, with occasional annotations from Corille.

Dan Stapleton is one of those magicians who has seen it all and now in his 60's could easily set his remaining days on “cruise control” for the rest of his life; however, that is not who he is. He was a cruise magician for 23 years and served as a cruise director, too. Early in his career, he performed in Circus World where he got his chops at performing illusions. But his passion and goal was always to work on Main Street in Disney World as a demonstrator in the magic shop. That opportunity came to him and he loved his days doing it. He also appeared on America's Got Talent [sic] where he was summarily dismissed, but he has a good story about that. In his semi-retirement he has managed a resort hotel in Orlando and now coordinates the Florida State Magic Collectors conferences. View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize Dan has so many stories that they would fill a book. He has recounted many of them in VANISH Magazine over the years in his column. But this week he shares some of those stories, and more, as he opens up about his experience being voted off of AGT yet how even today, it still helps him book shows. He chats about the status of magic on cruise ships, magic conventions, and more. On Cruise Control Scott Wells with Dan Stapleton Download Download this podcast in an MP3 file by Clicking Here and then right click to save the file. You can also subscribe to the RSS feed by Clicking Here. You can download or listen to the podcast through Pandora and SiriusXM (formerly Stitcher) by Clicking Here or through FeedPress by Clicking Here or through Tunein.com by Clicking Here or through iHeart Radio by Clicking Here. If you have a Spotify account, then you can also hear us through that app, too. You can also listen through your Amazon Alexa and Google Home devices. Remember, you can download it through the iTunes store, too. See the preview page by Clicking Here. This week's sponsor is the S.A.M. Parent Assembly #1 Salute to Magic. Please click on the graphic above for more information.

Click here to share your favorite car, car story or any automotive trivia!2011 Subaru WRX cross-country trip and 1986 Honda Accord memories. In this episode, we welcome Ethan Banks to the virtual garage. While the IT world knows him as the co-founder of the Packet Pushers podcast network, we're turning back the odometer to explore his lifelong obsession with car culture and automotive history.Ethan shares the story of winning a World Rally Blue 2011 Subaru WRX on Cars & Bids and embarking on an unforgettable father-son road trip across America. We also dive into his first car stories, including a manual 1986 Honda Accord that suffered a snapped axle on the LA freeway, and his perspective on building a 300-horsepower VW GTI sleeper.In this episode, we cover:

Barry and Julia board the SS Seaborn and strap themselves in for the slowest sequel to the fasted original ever made. Julia dishes on her recent cruise adventures while Barry tells us his thoughts on the recent Oscar winners. Discussions include alternate titles, why Sandra Bullock's character is so insufferable, the dreamy Jason Patrick and why our heros are watching "Lolita." Join us as we cruise at the staggering pace of 20mph and can't wait to jump off this stinker.Follow the show behind the scenes on Instagram @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast.

Team USA beat Canada to grab the gold in the 2026 Winter Olympics, and then we talk about the Mike Ekeler stuff.

This is the live Automotive show Under The Hood. A great Car Advice Show with Auto Repair Help giving live tips to each caller. We take calls during the show, have fun, and help you sort out what may be wrong with your car so you can save money on needed repairs. Maybe you can save a trip to the repair shop by calling Under The Hood. Here are today's callers 1. Which Truck is better a 09 Ram or a Tundra? 2. Why does my 09 Tahoe not shift right? 3. Why does my hot rod GMC Sonoma run bad? 4. How do you remove a stuck brake fluid cap on a Berkley One Classic 65 Ford Fairlane? 5. How do you fix Cruise Control? 95 Honda Accord 6. What oil additive should I use? 07 Saturn Veu 7. What is a Leak Detection Pump? 12 Caravan

The FC crew breakdown Chelsea's 4-0 win over Hull City in the FA Cup 4th round. Plus, the panel looks back at Arsenal's 1-1 draw against Brentford yesterday, should the Gunners be worried with Man City only 4 points back? And, a discussion on Igor Tudor, who is set to take over at Tottenham Hotspur as an interim head coach. Also, a word on Hansi Flick's comments after the 4-0 rout against Atlético Madrid in the 1st leg of the Copa del Rey semifinals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The following was recorded LIVE at the Globe Iron in Cleveland on September 10th 2025. It features geniuses Eric Gersen and Jack Harris on keys and drums respectively. Boats, Shakespeare, disregard for a certain giant corporation's IP, this one has it all! Wanna see us live? Get tickets at OffBookLive.com!NOTE: Due to some technical difficulties the audio quality of this recording is not up to our usual standard, but the show was so fun we wanted to give people a chance to hear it anyway.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, Scott sat down with his Lawfare colleagues Benjamin Wittes and Natalie Orpett, and Professor of Law at Cardozo Law School Rebecca Ingber, to talk through the week's big national security news, including:“Uninvited Aerial Vehicles.” The Polish government is claiming that nineteen armed Russian UAVs penetrated its airspace last night. While Russians are suggesting no attack was intended, Poland has invoked Article IV of the NATO Treaty and worked with allied NATO aircraft to shoot the drones down. What might be happening here? And does it mean we're on our way to World War III as some are suggesting?“Bibi is a Killer Negotiator. No, Wait—Switch That.” Within days of the Trump administration tabling another ceasefire proposal—and, by some accounts, making progress in pressuring Hamas to accept it—Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu authorized a set of missile strikes that killed the leaders of Hamas's political wing in nearby Qatar. It's the first such move in a Gulf country, many of which have moved towards normalization with Israel through the Trump-backed Abraham Accords. What explains Israel's actions? And what do they portend for the conflict in Gaza and the region as a whole?“Cruise Control.” A week has passed since the Trump administration took the controversial step of targeting a boat alleged to be smuggling narcotics at the direction of the Venezuelan criminal organization Tren de Aragua with lethal force. The Trump administration hasn't repeated the move, but it's said it intends to. And U.S. military assets—including strategic assets whose use in a counter-narcotics military campaign is far from clear—have continued to build up in the region, leading some to believe that a broader campaign against Venezuela itself may yet be in the offing. How likely is a broader campaign? And could its implications be, legally and politically? In Object Lessons, Ben is cheering on a cadre of former FBI agents suing Kash Patel over their firings, and in the process, sings the praises of an accidental hero—the “Drizz.” Natalie, meanwhile, gets très littéraire with “The Elegance of the Hedgehog,” by Muriel Barbery—a book so French that almost nothing happens. Scott rang in his 8th wedding anniversary the traditional way: getting drunk in the basement and falling in love all over again—with The Paper. And Bec wonders just how much coin it's going to take to change the Department of Defense to the Department of War.To receive ad-free podcasts, become a Lawfare Material Supporter at www.patreon.com/lawfare. You can also support Lawfare by making a one-time donation at https://givebutter.com/lawfare-institute.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lawfare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode, we take a ride in a car - exploring the places they take us and the memories we make along the way. This episode was hosted by Chloe Salmon. Storytellers:  Oscar Saavedra tries to make sure his mom doesn't find out what he did to the family's car. Nina Slowinski learns about her father's car, and her father. Podcast # 710 To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices