Podcast appearances and mentions of Dan Gilbert

Lima and Daryl Ruiter argue that LeBron James already settled his debt to Cleveland by winning the 2016 championship, meaning his choice to sign with Philadelphia over the Cavs requires no further explanation or resentment toward him personally. They admit to fully "hate watching" LeBron going forward now that he's an Eastern Conference rival, while pushing back on the idea that Philadelphia fans, known for their misery, will actually make him happier than staying home would have. A caller ties the decision back to LeBron's 2010 Decision letter and his complicated relationship with Dan Gilbert, which the hosts largely dismiss as ancient history settled by the 2016 title.

Lima and Daryl Ruiter poke fun at a golf and wine country reunion photo of the 2024-25 Cavs playoff team, including Darius Garland, Evan Mobley, and Tristan Thompson, joking about who got snubbed from the invite list like Ty Jerome and Jalen Tyson. They argue fans got spoiled by how easy LeBron made deep playoff runs look from 2014 to 2018, which is why last year's seven-game grinds through the postseason felt unsatisfying by comparison. A caller named Brad puts the blame squarely on Koby Altman for being "outdueled" by his former assistant Mike Gansey in Philadelphia, sparking a debate about whether Dan Gilbert was truly upset on Friday given the business impact of frozen season tickets.

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima clash over whether Shedeur Sanders' marketing brand interferes with his football focus. They also discuss the future of Deshaun Watson with the Browns and speculate on the impact of a potential LeBron James return to the Cavaliers. 01:50 - Todd Monken On Distractions 05:24 - Deshaun Watson Starting Debate 12:10 - Shedeur Sanders Brand Discussion 18:58 - Fighting Active NBA Players 24:05 - Browns Season Win Expectations 31:38 - LeBron James Decision Rumors 37:00 - Dan Gilbert's Next Move

Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin explore the possibility that Stephen A. Smith stole a joke regarding LeBron James' free agency delay. They also discuss a caller's claim about a strained relationship between Dan Gilbert and LeBron James following the passing of Nick Gilbert. 01:00 - Stephen A Smith Stole Joke 05:40 - Dan Gilbert Relationship Rift 11:38 - National Media Stealing Content

Send us Fan MailThis is the summer edition of something we explored earlier this year with kapha dosha — bringing the yamas and niyamas, yoga's ethical and personal observances, into conversation with the season we're actually in. And right now, we are in pitta season. Fire and water. Heat, intensity, drive, sharpness, focus — all of it turned up.Pitta's gifts are extraordinary. The clarity, the capacity to make things happen, the warmth. But when pitta goes out of balance in the height of summer  — the fire can start to scorch the very life it's trying to build.These five practices are the medicine.What we cover:Ahimsa (non-violence) — how pitta's perfectionism and self-criticism are the most common forms of self-harm we never name, why Ayurveda recommends exercising to only 60–70% capacity in summer, and a simple practice of just noticing the moments you override your body before trying to change anythingSatya (truthfulness) — the practice of learning to hear the voice of what is actually true for you beneath the voice of obligation, habit, and expectation, and how body-led movement like Somatic Stretch and Shake creates a small safe container to begin that listeningBrahmacharya (moderation) — why pitta is drawn to intensity and how the short, brilliant Maine summer perfectly illustrates the urge to consume everything at once, and what it means to direct energy into balanced endeavors rather than burning both ends of the candleSaucha (purity) — the nervous system cost of a cluttered space, why pitta season is naturally detoxifying without any imposed cleanse, the foods that are cooling and cleansing right now (including a beloved herb sauce recipe), and movement as a lymphatic practiceSantosha (contentment) — the research on why our brains are genuinely unreliable estimators of how much big achievements will make us happy, the impact bias named by psychologists Dan Gilbert and Timothy Wilson, what the hedonic treadmill actually does to us, and why collecting small daily moments of contentment — what the Japanese call Sho-Katkou, small but certain happiness — may be one of the most powerful things a pitta person can doLinks mentioned:Somatic Stretch and Shake — free class on YouTubePitta season Somatic Stretch & Shake class coming soon — join the email list to stay in the loop: Email NewsletterResearch mentioned:Impact Bias — Gilbert, D. & Wilson, T. (1998). The tendency to overestimate how much future events will affect our emotions and for how longHedonic treadmill — Brickman, P. et al. (1978). Lottery winners and accident victims: Is happiness relative? Journal of Personality and Social PsychologySho-Katkou / micro-happiness — Small but Certain Happiness in Daily Life: Structure and Relation with Well-Being. Journal of Happiness Studies, Springer Nature, 2025The Big Joy Project — UC Berkeley study with 17,598 participants across 169 countries on micro-joys and wellbeingResources:Free Masterclass:  The Alchemy of the Perimenopause PortalAyurvedic Dosha Quick Reference GuideAbhyanga Self Massage GuideWeekend Nervous System ResetNourished For Resilience Workbook Find me at www.nourishednervoussystem.comand @nourishednervoussytem on Instagram

Jonathan Peterlin and Nick Wilson analyze the latest rumors surrounding LeBron James' impending free agency decision and his potential return to the Cleveland Cavaliers. They debate how his arrival would impact the team's championship ceiling and explore the possibility of a future ownership agreement with Dan Gilbert. 01:00 - LeBron Decision Looming 04:34 - Cavs Championship Window 06:51 - Improved Eastern Conference 11:31 - Future Ownership Stake

Harvard's Prof. Dan Gilbert takes on the line everyone repeats — money can't buy happiness — and explains why it's flat wrong. He reveals where the money-happiness curve actually bends, why most people spend their money on the wrong things, and the simple shift that turns dollars into joy. This episode will challenge everything your mother told you about money and happiness — and how to spend it right.Source: Prof. Dan Gilbert -- The Science of Happiness: What Your Mother Didn't Tell YouHosted by Sean CroxtonFollow me on InstagramSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ken breaks down ESPN's rankings of every NFL team's starting lineup, where the Rams take the top spot behind Myles Garrett and Matt Stafford while the Browns land 31st, ahead of only the Dolphins, with quarterback flagged as the glaring weakness. Anthony argues there's a silver lining since young, talented teams often lose games they're not ready for, setting up a strong draft position, but Ken pushes back that this reflects poorly on both Todd Monken and Andrew Berry regardless of spin. The two debate whether Deshaun Watson's ongoing presence even matters if the team is projected to finish near the bottom anyway, and question the legitimacy of the insurance payout tied to his latest injury. A caller named Joe also weighs in earlier on LeBron's calculated decision-making and Dan Gilbert's willingness to spend big to compete for a championship.

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima close out the show debating whether LeBron James leaving Cleveland for Golden State should sour his legacy, with both hosts agreeing they could never truly turn on him given he delivered the city's only championship in over 50 years. A caller named Mike from Macedonia pushes back, explaining how he became a Warriors fan out of spite after Dan Gilbert's infamous Decision letter and the Cavaliers re-signing LeBron in 2014, admitting he would stop watching basketball entirely if LeBron joined Golden State. Ken and Anthony marvel at Mike's ability to hold a grudge.

Jonathan Peterlin and Spencer German evaluate LeBron James' decision to test the open market and the potential for a Cleveland return. They also debate Dan Gilbert's legacy as an owner and how championship success alters the public perception of figures like Jimmy Haslam and James Dolan. 01:30 - Dean Wade Market Interest 02:27 - LeBron Free Agency Options 07:12 - LeBron To San Antonio 12:52 - Dan Gilbert Legacy Talk 16:55 - Ownership Success And Perception

Nick Wilson and Chris Fedor analyze Dan Gilbert's recent comments regarding a potential LeBron James return to Cleveland and how it would impact the team's current dynamic. They discuss Channing Frye's claim that the Cavaliers lack soul and whether James could be the veteran leader needed to elevate Donovan Mitchell and Evan Mobley. 01:24 - Addressing Cavs Lack Of Soul 02:21 - LeBron James Return Debate 06:12 - Dan Gilbert Podcast Reactions

Ken and Anthony bring in producer John to rip the Guardians' lineup after another loss drops them a game back, pointing out the offense has fallen to among the worst in baseball in nearly every major category over the last three weeks. Ken argues firing the hitting coach is a symbolic move that won't turn struggling bats like Gabriel Arias into real threats, and floats suspicion that MLB's own baseballs have quietly changed. They also dig into the Cavs trading their 29th pick for second-rounders, with Ken shutting down a fan theory that Dan Gilbert is being cheap by walking through the actual second apron cap restrictions forcing the move. They wrap with some lighter banter on the World Cup and England's shaky tie against Ghana.

Daryl Ruiter breaks down the Giannis trade to Miami before unloading a fully compiled list on Jimmy Haslam's track record running the Browns and the Bucks, citing years of losing records, coaching turnover, and quarterback chaos across both franchises. Owen pushes back by bringing up the Columbus Crew's two MLS titles, which only sets up more roasting about Haslam's broader ownership reputation. The two also revisit whether the Cavs should have pursued Giannis or LeBron James this offseason, and question why the front office hasn't made any real moves despite Dan Gilbert's pointed comments after the playoff exit.

Jason Lloyd joins Ken Carman and Anthony Lima to discuss why Myles Garrett holds significant leverage over the Browns despite his absence from voluntary workouts. They evaluate the Cleveland Cavaliers' disappointing postseason sweep and whether Dan Gilbert has become a more patient owner. The conversation also covers the feasibility of a LeBron James return and the tension between local fans and sports media. 01:58 - Jason Lloyd Joins 05:22 - Garrett's Contract Leverage 07:58 - Cavaliers' Playoff Struggles 13:10 - Dan Gilbert's Leadership 14:31 - LeBron Returning Rumors 20:04 - Media Coverage Controversy 23:30 - Garrett's Leadership Role 34:28 - Caller Chuck in Parma 38:30 - Lima's Playground Basketball 40:36 - Social Media and Friendship

Jason Lloyd joins Ken Carman and Anthony Lima to discuss the mounting speculation surrounding a potential Myles Garrett trade and his unique contract leverage. They also break down the Cleveland Cavaliers' disappointing playoff exit and the feasibility of a LeBron James return to the city. 01:00 - Myles Garrett Trade Speculation 04:51 - Myles Garrett Leverage Discussion 07:24 - Analyzing Cavs Playoff Collapse 12:01 - Dan Gilbert's Leadership Change 15:14 - LeBron James Return Realities

Joe Vardon joins to discuss why the Cleveland Cavaliers chose to retain head coach Kenny Atkinson despite their recent playoff exit. They examine the significant financial obstacles in pursuing a trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo and the reality of a potential LeBron James return to Cleveland. The discussion highlights organizational belief in the current young core versus chasing aging superstars. 01:08 - Joe Vardon on Atkinson 04:38 - Dan Gilbert's Decision Making 10:14 - Trading Mobley for Giannis 15:13 - Potential LeBron James Return

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima dismantle Kenny Atkinson's reasoning for the Cavaliers' playoff struggles, specifically targeting his reliance on analytics and scheduling complaints. They discuss the importance of head coach accountability and compare the team's current culture to the championship standard set during the LeBron James era. 01:07 - Atkinson's Schedule Excuses 05:55 - Dan Gilbert's Patience 10:20 - The Analytics Trap

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Anthony Lima and Ken Carman evaluate Donovan Mitchell's refusal to comment on rumors surrounding a potential LeBron James return to Cleveland. They debate the job security of Kenny Atkinson and whether the franchise should consider dismantling the roster or pushing for another star under Dan Gilbert's ownership. 01:00 - Mitchell on LeBron Rumors 03:54 - Atkinson Job Security Debate 07:42 - Cavs Identity Crisis Analysis 10:05 - Blowing Up the Roster 15:46 - Dan Gilbert Timeline Assessment

Kenny Atkinson's postgame comment about analytically being up 2-1 in the series lands as one of the worst things a coach could possibly say after getting swept, and Ken predicts he could be fired before lunchtime given how Dan Gilbert thinks like a fan. The Evan Mobley question gets its most honest airing yet, with a caller making the case that his playoff aggression in the paint is exactly what the next step looks like, and Ken and Lima acknowledging that his trade value after this run is high enough that a Giannis deal could realistically center around him. The broader message heading into the offseason is that one brutal quote and one embarrassing series finale should not erase what this team actually accomplished getting further than they have since LeBron left.

Ken comes out firmly against a teardown despite the humiliating sweep, arguing that going from one of the final four teams in the NBA to a 20-win rebuilding project is not the answer, especially when you don't own your own picks. The Harden divide gets its full autopsy here — Ken can't reconcile why fans loved the Sexton-Garland teams that accomplished nothing but turned on the Hall of Famer who actually got them to the conference finals. The window is probably one more year, Kenny Atkinson's job security is already a question, and Dan Gilbert's personality as an owner makes a true rebuild almost unthinkable.

Happy Tuesday Edition of the Program!! Memorial Day Weekend recap. The Cavs get bombed right out of the playoffs. Columbus and Michael Shank Racing wins the Indy 500. Dan Gilbert is an owner you'd want. Greg Sankey and the SEC may be our only hope. The Athletic's Scott Dochterman, Tuesday's with Tiberi, What's Up, The Real Truth, Thing or Not a Thing, Weekend Blitz and 3 Things

Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin react to Joe Vardon's report that the Cleveland Cavaliers will retain Kenny Atkinson and the front office despite a disappointing sweep in the Eastern Conference Finals. The discussion explores Atkinson's coaching philosophy, Dan Gilbert's ownership approach, and a critique of how national sports insiders like Shams Charania and Adam Schefter handle reporting ethics. 01:00 - Kenny Atkinson Retained By Cavs 06:47 - Dan Gilbert's Management Style 08:18 - Criticizing Shams And Schefter 09:40 - Evaluating Atkinson's Coaching Decisions 14:16 - Cleveland Fan Reaction Calls

Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin's discussion centers on the Cleveland Cavaliers' postseason exit and the controversial analytics comments made by Kenny Atkinson. They analyze Dan Gilbert's influence on coaching hires and the potential roster moves involving James Harden and Kobe Altman. The segment concludes with listener reactions to the team's lack of energy and leadership during the series against the New York Knicks. 01:00 - Atkinson's Analytics Theory 06:32 - Dan Gilbert's Hiring Influence 09:22 - Kobe Altman's Big Swings 13:51 - Listener Feedback Session 16:31 - Player Accountability Debate

Following a disappointing sweep by the Knicks, the Cavaliers reportedly plan to retain their current coaching staff and front office. This decision has sparked debate between Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin regarding Dan Gilbert's timeline and whether the team has shown genuine progress. They also address the overwhelming presence of New York fans at Rocket Arena during the final games. 02:00 - Cavs Retain Leadership 04:40 - Knicks Fans Invade Cleveland 09:10 - Lack Of Team Progress

Dan Gilbert wears many hats: NBA owner, entrepreneur, Detroit booster and Dad.  While building Rocket Companies – the $30 billion mortgage giant – and investing billions in the Motor City's 21st century development, he was a rare disease parent. Gilbert's oldest child, Nick, died in 2023 following a lifelong battle with neurofibromatosis, a genetic disease that causes tumors to grow on nerve pathways anywhere in the body.  The most common type, NF1, affects approximately 1 in 2,500 births. Half of those patients develop learning and physical challenges.    Nick had a following among basketball fans. He represented the Cleveland Cavaliers at multiple NBA draft lotteries and proved something of a good luck charm for the team and the city.  Since his death, the Gilbert family have pledged millions to fund research initiatives in the hopes of finding a cure for NF.    Read more about the Gilbert Family Foundation's work here: https://gilbertfamilyfoundation.org/ Follow the high-impact research to develop treatments for neurofibromatosis type 1: https://www.nfxdetroit.org/     If you are a parent or caregiver seeking NF information: https://www.ctf.org/      Join us in advancing awareness and understanding of rare diseases. Visit CNBC.com/Cures to access clips, resources, or to sign up for our weekly newsletter.    Learn more about rare disease – and what to do in a diagnosis – at the National Organization for Rare Disorders: https://rarediseases.org/   Follow Becky Quick on X: @BeckyQuick   Please share your thoughts or rare disease story in the comments, and join us on The Path. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ken and Lima keep the phones hot as callers debate where the blame really lands, with one caller going to bat for Dean Wade and another comparing Harden guarding Brunson to a football referee. The Donovan Mitchell question cuts to the heart of it — was he scared or just gassed, and does the answer change what comes next? Dan Gilbert hitting social media after the game is the final thread Ken teases heading into the break, and it sounds like the owner isn't hiding how he feels either.

The Cavs blew out Detroit 125-94 in Game 7 to advance to the Eastern Conference Finals, and Ken declares the season a success regardless of what happens next against the Knicks. He points out that a team which started 17-16 with fans calling for trades and firings has now proven itself as one of the four best teams in the NBA, which is exactly what the James Harden trade was supposed to accomplish. Ken also raves about Dan Gilbert bussing Cavs fans to Game 7 in Detroit, which turned into an all-time experience when the Cavs took over the arena in the fourth quarter and won by 31. The one honest note Ken sounds heading into the series: the Knicks have been resting while Cleveland just survived a dogfight, and Game 1 might not go their way.

Ken and Lima wake up to backlash over Kenny Atkinson's postgame story about Dan Gilbert showing up to dinner the night before Game 7 and telling him Jared Allen was the key, with fans reading it as a coach who needed his billionaire owner to tell him how to use his own roster. Ken pushes back, arguing Kenny was just trying to tell a fun story and the criticism is overblown for a team now in the Eastern Conference Finals. The bigger point is that if they had lost, these same questions about Kenny, Mobley, Mitchell's contract, and Harden's extension would have consumed the entire offseason.

Ken and Lima react to the Cleveland Cavaliers' dominant Game 7 victory over the Pistons to advance to the Eastern Conference Finals. They break down the Herculean efforts of Donovan Mitchell and Jarrett Allen while discussing the strategic role of James Harden in the playoffs. The discussion also shifts to Kenny Atkinson's leadership and his anecdote about a pre-game dinner with owner Dan Gilbert.

In Monday's edition of Quick Hits, Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin analyze head coach Kenny Atkinson's comments about owner Dan Gilbert. They also examine Shams Charania's controversial MVP leak and provide a harsh review of Tom Brady's commencement speech at Georgetown. 01:01 - Cavs Victory And Knicks Preview 02:02 - Kenny Atkinson On Dan Gilbert 04:22 - Shams Charania Spoils MVP News 06:51 - Tom Brady's Georgetown Commencement Speech

Discussion focuses on the Cleveland Cavaliers' playoff outlook and their pivotal series against the New York Knicks. Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin evaluate the performance of Kenny Atkinson, the implications of ownership pressure from Dan Gilbert and James Dolan, and potential future roster moves involving stars like LeBron James. The conversation concludes with a comparison of defensive strategies and player performances against the Pistons versus the Knicks. 01:49 - Previewing Cavs Knicks Series 03:45 - Coaching And Roster Future 07:27 - Ownership And Playoff Pressure 12:21 - Defining Postseason Success 15:26 - Defensive Strategy And Talent

0:00 - The Avs are facing the Golden Knights in the Western Conference Final. They won't just have the support of Avs fans. They'll have the support of the entire NHL World. Since Vegas entered the league almost 10 years ago, they've consistently rubbed everyone the wrong way. No one outside the state of Nevada wants to see them succeed ever again.17:51 - The Cavaliers beat the Pistons in Game 7 to advance to the ECF yesterday. Cavs owner Dan Gilbert bought 1200 tickets and 25 buses to send a bunch of Cavs fans the game in Detriot. If you remember, Steve Ballmer did the same thing to the Nuggets last year! He bought a bunch of tickets and flew Clippers fans to Game 7 in Denver. That feels weird, right? That shouldn't be allowed. But how would you begin to police that? 34:14 - Oh, by the way...The Rockies are struggling again. Big time. But the GOOD news is, they actually have a tradable asset in the bullpen now! Oh, by the way...a high school track & field team was disqualified from winning their 5th-straight state championship because of a "taunting" gesture. Oh, by the way...Ronda Rousey fought Gina Carano this weekend and won in less than 15 seconds. Rousey's decisive victory in her return to fighting seemed almost too good to be true. Internet conspiracies abound!

Split tongues, tattoos and the Ducks being cheap...Dan Gilbert's cool gesture to Cavs fans...Conference finals previews in the NBA and a Game 7-Game 1 parlay tonight.

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Dan Gilbert's initiative to provide fans with playoff tickets and the logistics of securing a home-crowd advantage at Little Caesars Arena are discussed by Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin. They also evaluate Brendan Sorsby's NFL Draft potential, drawing comparisons to Josh Allen's development while weighing how Todd Monken and the Cleveland Browns might handle a raw quarterback prospect. 01:00 - Dan Gilbert's Playoff Tickets 02:50 - Brendan Sorsby Draft Analysis 06:44 - Quarterback Development And Browns

Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin react to the Cleveland Guardians' recent win and a viral clip of a fan spilling a beer while pursuing a foul ball. They also discuss Dan Gilbert's fan bus program for the Cleveland Cavaliers' game in Detroit and debate which players face the most pressure in the postseason. 01:00 - Guardians Victory Recap 02:07 - Foul Ball Drink Spillage 06:02 - Dan Gilbert's Fan Bus 11:06 - Pressure On Mitchell And Harden

In Friday's edition of Quick Hits, Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin react to Jimmy Haslam's recent comments regarding infrastructure in Brook Park and his comparisons to Dan Gilbert's investments. They also discuss Nikola Jokić's future with the Denver Nuggets and the revival of 'Your Mom' jokes sparked by Charles Barkley. 01:09 - Jimmy Haslam Brook Park 04:53 - Nikola Jokić Future 09:54 - Charles Barkley Mom Joke

April 13, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with Mike Lee, managing editor at Crain's Detroit Business. They discuss Dan Gilbert, Ford, and Detroit hosting the 2027 Final Four. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

No BS Newshour Episode #408LOCKED OUT(4:32) EXCLUSIVE: GM closes Renaissance Center forever.Public not told. Public not wanted.Dan Gilbert's latest real estate scam. (48:47) PLUS- Who's got custody of Tommy Hearns? The Hitman heads to probate.  The strange true story of the champ.⁠NBN on YouTube⁠⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@NoBSNewshourNBN on iTunes⁠⁠: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-bs-newshour-with-charlie-leduff/id1754976617NBN on Spotify⁠⁠: https://open.spotify.com/show/0qMLWg6goiLQCRom8QNndC⁠⁠Like NBN on Facebook⁠⁠:  https://www.facebook.com/LeDuffCharlie⁠⁠Follow to NBN on Twitter : https://x.com/charlieleduff Sponsored by American Coney Island, Pinnacle Wealth Strategies, and XG Service Group

Dan Gilbert is the co-founder and CEO of Brainlabs, a global performance marketing agency known for its data-driven approach and rapid growth. Since founding Brainlabs in the UK, Dan has helped scale the company into an international organization by blending rigorous experimentation, technology, and a strong people-first culture. He's widely recognized for pushing transparency, testing, and measurable impact in modern marketing.

Rock Entertainment Group (REG) is not just Cavs basketball, winning streaks, and league standings. It's a company that also aims to give back, serve as a community asset, and demonstrate true leadership in shaping Cleveland's rise. In the lineup is a much-anticipated riverfront project, which includes both the Cleveland Clinic Global Peak Performance Center and Cosm's immersive entertainment venue in 2027; and a WNBA franchise returning to Cleveland in 2028.rnrnAt the helm is Nic Barlage, CEO of Rock Entertainment Group-which manages the NBA Cleveland Cavaliers, the AHL Cleveland Monsters, the NBA G League Cleveland Charge, the Cavs Legion in the NBA 2K League, and the newly formed Rock Entertainment Sports Network. REG also manages operations of key venues such as the Cleveland Clinic Courts and Rocket Arena. "A strong urban core is the strongest form of the heartbeat of a region," Barlage said in an interview with Crain's Cleveland Business. "If the heart is strong, the body will be stronger."

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Chris Fedor from Cleveland.com reported that Dan Gilbert is very unhappy with the way things are going with his very expensive roster and is getting more involved. What does this mean for Kenny Atkinson?

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk Podcast, Ethan Sands, Chris Fedor and Jimmy Watkins react to the Cavaliers' third straight loss to a sub-.500 team — their latest being a dispiriting showing against the Chicago Bulls on Friday night. The conversation centers on a team that looks increasingly disconnected, with a defense that can't sustain effort, possessions that die on the vine and an identity that remains undefined months into the season. The guys examine why Cleveland continues to lose the plot against lesser opponents, including uneven play from key rotation pieces like De'Andre Hunter and a growing list of questions surrounding Kenny Atkinson's in-game decisions. They also dig into the larger implications: whether the belief that carried last season's group has cracked, how fragile the current culture feels, and why the margin for patience is shrinking. With the Cavaliers carrying one of the league's most expensive payrolls, Dan Gilbert's reported dissatisfaction looms in the background — even as the reality of the CBA makes meaningful roster fixes far more complicated than they sound Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Adolph Mongo, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk about Mayor Mike Duggan's tenure and Dan Gilbert's contributions to downtown Detroit and Duggan's legacy.They also discuss whether Kwame Kilpatrick could win a mayoral election in Detroit if he received a pardon, which would clear the way for him to run. Under state law, he is barred from running for local or state office for 20 years after his conviction.

On this pre-Thanksgiving episode of Daily Detroit, Norris Howard and I come to you in our Sunday sport-coated best fresh from a heavyweight fireside chat with Detroit's outgoing Mayor Mike Duggan and Rocket's Dan Gilbert. We react to a conversation that's a look into the future of Detroit and Michigan from two people shaping where we're headed next. We break down the biggest takeaways from the discussion, including why housing affordability tops Duggan's agenda as he runs for governor (as an independent) and why zoning reform and building more duplexes, triplexes, and other smaller-scale multi-family housing are absolutely crucial for Detroit. We get into the realities of market demand, population shifts, and why transit is still the other half of Detroit's comeback equation. Because whether it's chicken or egg, you need both people and transit to revitalize a city. Beyond the political stage, Norris and I swap thoughts on how local development impacts long-standing communities, and why the land value tax push in Lansing was such a key piece of the mayor's agenda. Then, we switch gears for a rapid-fire rundown of where to shop, eat, and support local business for Small Business Saturday across Southeast Michigan, from Merry in Midtown to the Rust Belt in Ferndale. Plus, some of our holiday traditions, why you shouldn't ring the bell at the Two Way Inn unless you're feeling extra generous, and why supporting our local spots matters more than ever. Feedback as always - dailydetroit -at- gmail -dot- com or leave a voicemail 313-789-3211. Follow Daily Detroit on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942  Or sign up for our newsletter: https://www.dailydetroit.com/newsletter/  

What if the way you see yourself is keeping you stuck? In this powerful episode of Path to Paradise, Dr. Alex Loyd and his son Harry introduce "The Four Dark Mirrors"—a framework for understanding why 80% of people struggle to reach their full potential. Research shows that if you think right, you win. If you think wrong, you lose. But what does "thinking right" actually mean, and how do you know if you're doing it? Harry delivers a philosophical masterclass on self-reflection, exploring two of the four dark mirrors that distort our identity: The Empty Pool (narcissistic self-worship) and The Cultural Mirror (deriving worth from others' opinions). Through references to Socratic dialogue, Hannah Arendt's "banality of evil," and Jesus's teaching in Luke 9, Harry explains why growth requires what he calls "psychological violence"—the willingness to die to your old self in order to become who you're meant to be. What You'll Discover: ✓ Why asking "What do we owe each other?" is the wrong question for personal growth ✓ The difference between being decent and being heroic (Kitty Genovese example) ✓ How The Empty Pool mirror keeps you trapped in self-centeredness ✓ Why The Cultural Mirror creates psychological instability even in close relationships ✓ How children's brains imprint cultural values (ages 0-9) and why maturity means questioning them ✓ The "banality of evil": How conformity leads to moral compromise ✓ Why having people dislike you might be a sign of growth ✓ How confidence both comes from truth AND leads you to truth ✓ The paradox of freedom: Why commitment destroys freedom but gives it meaning ✓ What Jesus really meant by "losing your life to find it" (Greek word: psyche) Key Topics Covered: The fundamental flaw in deriving identity from others' regard (lovers, friends, social media, community) Dan Gilbert's research: How expectations about things outside your control create chronic stress The neuroscience of social influence: How close relationships literally restructure your brain (Antonio Damasio) Why productive disagreement becomes impossible when your identity depends on others' approval How culture becomes "the empty pool writ large" through advertising, media, and conformity The two requirements for transformation: reflection and conviction Why "No, but I want to be willing" is enough to start with Practice of Paradise Update: The Founder's Special has closed with amazing early results. Members are experiencing transformation by addressing root issues rather than symptoms. We'll announce future enrollment opportunities - join our email list to be notified first.    

"Human beings are works in progress that mistakenly think they're finished." Dan Gilbert shares recent research on a phenomenon he calls the "end of history illusion," where we somehow imagine that the person we are right now is the person we'll be for the rest of time. Hint: that's not the case.Interested in learning more about upcoming TED events? Follow these links:TEDNext: ted.com/futureyouTEDSports: ted.com/sportsTEDAI Vienna: ted.com/ai-viennaTEDAI San Francisco: ted.com/ai-sf Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As we gear up for our 2025 Masters of Scale Summit, we're revisiting one of the stellar on-stage conversations that happened at the 2024 event. Hear Rocket Companies' Dan Gilbert and Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan reveal how their unique public-private partnerships have transformed the struggling city into a growing hub for everything from tech companies to electric vehicle manufacturing. Note: this conversation was recorded in October of 2024, before Duggan announced he would not seek another term as mayor and is instead running for governor of Michigan as an independent.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.