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Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton get their organs harvested while breaking down the storytelling in the classic Voyager episode Deadlock. From Janeway's tense meeting with herself, to Harry Kim's handwaved death and the dramatic birth of Naomi Wildman, the duo highlight what works and what doesn't! Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes. And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: VOY: "Dark Frontier" VOY: "Year of Hell" VOY: "Equinox" When Star Trek Goes Dark   Join us next time as we debate the current state of Trek!

Amid polarization and deadlock, how can people in the United States better understand the habits and responsibilities that sustain a free society?      The United States has practiced the same type of government since the late 1700s, enduring through vast societal and technological changes. What are the biggest political challenges facing America as it turns 250, and how can citizens lead the country forward?     Join David Young and guest Yuval Levin, director of social, cultural, and constitutional studies at the American Enterprise Institute, to find out why today's era reminds Levin of the Gilded Age, why political leaders must embrace coalition-building, and why today's challenges are numerous but far from insurmountable.     For more from The Conference Board:  250 Years Forward: Strengthening an American Future  A Stable Democracy at 250: Trusted Elections as the Foundation  Trusted Elections Are the Foundation of Economic Growth and Business Confidence 

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Today on The Gist, we analyze the Maine U.S. Senate race as Democrat Graham Plattner navigates a growing scandal while facing incumbent Susan Collins in a contest that tests party loyalties. Then, UC Davis law professor Aaron Tang discusses his PBS series, Breaking the Deadlock. Tang explains how his program uses high-stakes, fictionalized scenarios to force experts beyond their rehearsed talking points and toward genuine, civil discourse. Produced by Corey Wara Video and Social Media by Geoff Craig Do you have questions or comments, or just want to say hello? Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠thegist@mikepesca.com For full Pesca content and updates, check out our website at https://www.mikepesca.com/⁠ For ad-free content or to become a Pesca Plus subscriber, check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://subscribe.mikepesca.com/ For Mike's daily takes on Substack, subscribe to The Gist List https://mikepesca.substack.com/ Follow us on Social Media:⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4_bh0wHgk2YfpKf4rg40_g⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/pescagist/ X https://x.com/pescami TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@pescagist To advertise on the show, contact ⁠⁠⁠⁠sales@amplitudemediapartners.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We're joined by Rebecca Ford, creative director of Warframe, this week to chat about having an existential crisis, before heading into group therapy. But then we get into the games! We talk Deadlock, Slay the SPire 2, 007 First Light, Path of Exile 2, and more! Make sure to check out our Summer of Games Showcase this week starting with the Playstation State of Play happening on June 2! 0:00 - Intro1:00 - Rebb Ford is here!5:00 - What's XBOX showing?12:10 - Warframe/Soulframe30:00 - Existential Crisis/viewbotting36:00 - Warframe in 202645:40 - Destiny 258:00 - Marketing around GTA61:08:00 - The normies1:14:30 - Deadlock1:16:50 - Slay the Spire 21:23:00 - Boardgame commercials1:27:00 - FFXIV: Evercold1:29:30 - TwitchCon EU1:36:50 - GIFs coming to Twitch Chat1:44:30 - Viewership caps1:57:20 - Props1:58:00 - New expansion for The Witcher 32:04:00 - Steam Deck price change2:16:40 - Grim Dawn/ Dragon Quest XII2:17:50 - 007: First Light2:28:50 - LEGO Batman2:40:20 - Path of Exile 22:57:00 - Shoutouts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…With over 20 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and we've won Gold at the Signal International Podcast awardsIf you're enjoying it, please follow, share, or even post a review, it all helps... Today's episode includes the following:https://x.com/i/status/2058892397413613739https://x.com/i/status/2059143932261339583https://x.com/i/status/2059151416980082794https://x.com/i/status/2059561831258337734https://x.com/i/status/2059626734853443911https://x.com/i/status/2059684577610961080https://x.com/i/status/2059913507760480283https://x.com/i/status/2060035440535601221https://x.com/i/status/2058828156711346573https://x.com/i/status/2058829660452987321https://x.com/i/status/2059197598687252842https://x.com/i/status/2059686874369966373https://x.com/i/status/2059522169684533629https://x.com/i/status/2059906411706945633https://x.com/i/status/2058894457643122717https://x.com/i/status/2059689216037040535https://x.com/i/status/2059962835094872110https://x.com/i/status/2060030603068678378https://x.com/i/status/2059221478764134710https://x.com/i/status/2059167571761299562https://x.com/i/status/2058705991269802404https://x.com/i/status/2059753993040003516https://x.com/i/status/2058873137589027041https://x.com/i/status/2058859889619763654https://youtu.be/E84fW1Dp36QContact us over @TheSmart7pod or visit www.thesmart7.comVoiced by Ciara Revins, written by Liam Thompson, researched by Lucie Lewis and produced by Daft Doris. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Inner Gamer, we pull back the curtain on the widening gap between stylistic hype and mechanical execution. We kick things off with a raw review of Mixtape, balancing its immaculate stop-motion aesthetic and killer soundtrack against a disappointing lack of player agency and core gameplay systems. We then shift our focus to the reality of live-service development sustainability through the lens of Embark Studios, discussing why their recent dev schedule slowdown is a necessary reality check for titles like The Finals and ARC Raiders. In the second half of the show, we tackle the macro-economics of the industry, tearing into the chaotic fallout of PlayStation's aggressive live-service pivot. We connect the dots between executive misalignment, a $765 million Bungie write-down, the quiet commercial stagnation of Housemarque's Saros, and the emergency roadmap shifts reshaping Marathon. Finally, we head into the occult streets of the Interzone, bringing on a 500-hour veteran to deconstruct the exact mechanical hooks and high-level meta shifts that make Valve's Deadlock such a dominant, rewarding competitive obsession. Show Notes: 1:04 - Housekeeping 2:12 - Is Mixtape a Masterpiece or Just a Beautiful Vibe? 35:23 - Why Embark is Changing the Rules for The Finals and ARC Raiders 53:40 - Playstation's Live-Service Crisis: From Hero to Zero 1:26:41 - 500 Hours in Deadlock: The Anatomy of a Competitive Obsession 2:38:48 - Upcoming Video Game Releases Become a part of the conversation! If you donate $1 or more on Patreon you can get exclusive access to the Patreon-only chat and channels on the server. Visit our website to find our social channels, check past podcasts and donate to the show.Subscribe to our YouTube channel to see all of our latest videos as they drop. Credits:"Blue Groove Deluxe" by BlueFoxMusic on audiojungle.netWoman Announcer - Ariana Guerra; Actress"Wisdom" by Super Nostalgia 64

Last year, Russia made slow but steady gains on the front line in eastern Ukraine. But now, effective deployment of Ukrainian drones, along with a host of other factors, have slowed the progress of Russian troops. Also, Pakistan is in the middle of a solar power revolution, increasing electricity generation from 2% to 25% over the past five years. And, a new law passed in Ottawa will remove the one-generation limit on citizenship based on descent, setting off a scramble among people seeking a potential exit strategy from the US to Canada. Plus, this year's World Cup final will have the first-ever half-time show. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

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Keir Starmer appears to have staved off an immediate leadership challenge but MPs are still calling for him to set out a timetable for his resignation. So can he cling on or has he run out of road? Lucy Hough speaks to senior political correspondent Peter Walker. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus

Oil prices are rising as tensions in the Middle East continue to disrupt supply, with petrol in parts of the US now topping six dollars a gallon. We're joined by David Malpass, former US Treasury Under-Secretary under President Trump and former World Bank President, to discuss the global economic impact. And what does all this mean on the ground for small businesses already under pressure? Also, Nintendo shares fall after a price hike for its new Switch 2 console, as booming demand for AI drives up the cost of memory chips and pushes prices higher for gamers. We'll be asking what's behind the global scramble for semiconductors — and how far those costs could go. And Iran's saffron industry is being hit by the conflict — pushing up prices for one of the world's most expensive spices. (Picture: The crude oil tanker Odessa, carrying UAE crude after passing through the Strait of Hormuz with its AIS transponder turned off, at Daesan port, Seosan, South Korea, 8 May 2026. Credit: Reuters / Kim Soo-hyeon)

U.S. President Donald Trump calls Iran's counteroffer to end the war "totally unacceptable." British paratroopers parachute onto a remote Atlantic island to deliver supplies to a suspected hantavirus patient. Brazil reclaims the top spot for Chinese investment as Beijing pours capital into Latin American's biggest economy. And how Kansas City has emerged as a hub for the World Cup's soccer players and their followers. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. Sign up for the Reuters Econ World newsletter ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. Listen to the Reuters Econ World podcast ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. Visit the Thomson Reuters Privacy Statement for information on our privacy and data protection practices. You may also visit megaphone.fm/adchoices to opt out of targeted advertising. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The war with Iran is in a deadlock. Despite a back and forth of peace plans, there is no permanent ceasefire. President Trump has oscillated between a willingness to engage in diplomacy and threats to resume the American bombing campaign if he doesn't get a deal.All this has complicated negotiations, which the U.S. and Iran are holding through intermediaries.So, how do leaders try to negotiate with countries they're in conflict with?For sponsor-free episodes of Consider This, sign up for Consider This+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Email us at considerthis@npr.org.This episode was produced by Henry Larson. It was edited by Sarah Robbins and Tinbete Ermyas. Our executive producer is Sami Yenigun. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

The first polls published since the formation of the joint list between Naftali Bennett and Yair Lapid indicates that parties opposing Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will still fall short of a Knesset majority without support from Arab parties – even after the merger. KAN's Mark Weiss spoke with Dr Gayil Talshir from the Hebrew university's Political Science department. (Photo: Flash 90)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Headlines for April 28, 2026; Trump vs. Dreamers: Justice Dept. Moves to Make It Easier to Deport 500K+ DACA Recipients; Avi Lewis, New Socialist Leader of Canada’s NDP: “Life Just Doesn’t Have to Be So Grindingly Unfair”; Colombia Hosts First Global Summit on Transitioning from Fossil Fuels in Attempt to Break U.N. Deadlock

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A deadlock between the U.S. and Iran continues over the U.S. blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket have caught the attention of regulators as people profit from privileged information. And the media try to release some pressure through humor at the White House Correspondents Association dinner.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…With over 20 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and we've won Gold at the Signal International Podcast awardsIf you're enjoying it, please follow, share, or even post a review, it all helps... Today's episode includes the following:https://x.com/i/status/2045841182014722460 https://x.com/i/status/2045783438595170688 https://x.com/i/status/2046264580146373022 https://x.com/i/status/2046268902104048077 https://x.com/i/status/2046525133758640474https://x.com/i/status/2046499464693637343 https://x.com/i/status/2046913234939031946 https://x.com/i/status/2046858888234844328https://x.com/i/status/2047248753690603706 https://x.com/i/status/2047296615715619261 https://x.com/i/status/2045663614871195721https://x.com/i/status/2045880753502753226 https://x.com/i/status/2046160825891635269 https://x.com/i/status/2046400538565382321 https://x.com/i/status/2046568963987923112https://x.com/i/status/2046533149296107814 https://x.com/i/status/2046877890805944571 https://x.com/i/status/2046917907964125350 https://x.com/i/status/2047225457158869306 https://x.com/i/status/2045858925161918756 https://x.com/i/status/2046136523771322825 https://x.com/i/status/2046565210622771316 https://x.com/i/status/2046904244968604142 https://x.com/i/status/2047281828747198790 https://x.com/i/status/2047221219053727985 https://x.com/i/status/2045834536538210750 https://x.com/i/status/2047002233385222292https://x.com/i/status/2047359804927078708 https://x.com/i/status/2046496796097098151 https://x.com/i/status/2046025415018287516 https://x.com/i/status/2046505616336687194 Contact us over @TheSmart7pod or visit www.thesmart7.comVoiced by Ciara Revins, written by Liam Thompson, researched by Lucie Lewis and produced by Daft Doris. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's top stories, with context, in just 15 minutes.On today's podcast:1) The US and Iran are locked in a battle for control of the Strait of Hormuz after failing to meet for a fresh round of peace talks, with both sides blocking the waterway to gain leverage during an extended ceasefire. The US is maintaining a naval blockade on ships going to and from Iran’s ports, which Iran calls a violation of the ceasefire, while Iran is keeping Hormuz closed to almost all other international traffic. The blockade and closure of the Strait of Hormuz have led to increased oil prices and concerns about supply shortages and a global inflation crisis2) Navy Secretary John Phelan was fired after clashing with top leaders at the Pentagon, including over administration efforts to revive US shipbuilding. Phelan was pushed out after butting heads with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Deputy Defense Secretary Stephen Feinberg over President Trump’s focus on a new US “Golden Fleet." Undersecretary Hung Cao will replace Phelan, according to Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell, who said Phelan was stepping down “effective immediately."3) Tesla anticipates billions of dollars in additional spending this year to support Elon Musk’s ambitions to transform the company into an AI and robotics company. Capital expenditures this year will exceed $25 billion, roughly three times last year’s outlay, to be put toward a dramatic expansion of factory operations and initiatives such as production of its Optimus humanoid robot. The investments will support production of key products including Cybercab, Semi and an updated version of its Megapack battery storage system, with Tesla remaining on track to start making these products.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Following the election of President Nizar Amedi, Iraq's political elite are scrambling to determine who will lead the next government and struggling to agree on even the most basic rules for making that decision. This episode unpacks the political deal behind Kirkuk's government reshuffle, the KDP's self-defeating parliamentary boycott, and the Coordination Framework's paralysis over nominating a prime minister ahead of the April 26 deadline. The hosts also step back to ask a harder question: does it even matter who gets nominated if the ruling class refuses to prioritize integrity over political self-interest?

Resident Evil Requiem, Pokopia, Esoteric Ebb, Slay the Spire 2, Deadlock… and more?!

We begin today with the ticking clock on the US-Iranian ceasefire. With less than 48 hours to go until the deal expires, VP JD Vance is preparing to leave for Pakistan tomorrow for another round of peace talks with Iran. One problem: An Iranian spokesperson says there's no plan for more talks. President Trump acknowledged this morning he's not sure whether the Iranians will show up.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As countries prepare to introduce possible tariffs on everything from cloud services to cross‑border e‑commerce, concerns are rising over what this could mean for Africa's fast‑growing digital markets.

In this episode, we cover the billion-pound acquisition by IHC's Diafa of the iconic British hospitality empire "The Ivy." We also break down the stalemate in U.S.-Iran talks over the nuclear file and the Strait of Hormuz. Finally, we highlight the powerful display of national unity as global giants like Microsoft and ADNOC join the UAE community in raising the national flag.

Kyle and Dylan compete in WM trivia! Also talk about how horrific and embarrassing Friday night Smackdown is and how the Cody, Randy, Jellyroll and Pat story has gotten WORSE? Also wanted to shoutout the guys at Deadlock they are a big inspiration to us!

14. THE IRANIAN STANDOFF AND STRATEGIC DEADLOCK. GREGORY COPLEY. Gregory Copley compares the conflict to a Korean-style stalemate where Iranian leadership refuses to provide a face-saving exit. Russia and China continue supporting Iran by providing missile propellant and equipment. (16)1971 SHAH PAHLEVI

What to do, what to do about Marathon? The crew considers radical shock therapy with surprising answers and solutions. Deadlock pushes systems design to its logical extreme in a few shooters that are just starting to play with, but does it actually have an audience? Take bets now.We discuss:● Deadlock's systems-first design philosophy◦ Layered stat architecture across weapon, vitality, and spirit◦ Scaling curves that turn every component into a progression vector◦ The role of the Action and X-Y-Z plane crosshairs● Marathon's core tension: retention without acquisition◦ Strong engagement signals versus weak top-of-funnel growth◦ Why extraction shooters remain a constrained TAM◦ Arc Raiders reframing the genre through accessibility◦ Why tuning economy variables won't solve an acquisition problem● Extraction as a product, not a feature◦ Why the loop requires full-system commitment, not a side mode◦ The importance of PvE readability and social cooperation◦ Session design, server economics, and continuous player insertion

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Survivor AU: Redemption Episode 18 Recap w/ Matthew Haywood Australian Survivor: Redemption is back and host Mike Bloom is joined by Survivor UK winner Matthew Haywood for a deep dive into episode 18! This week brings a wild turn as Tribal Council teeters on a historic rock draw, with nearly every castaway convinced fate could decide the vote. Can Brooke's rapid-fire decisions—in immunity wins, idol hunting, and flipping at Tribal—change the game, or will old threats circle back? In this episode, the podcast breaks down the chaotic dynamics dominating the final week. Brooke emerges as a powerhouse by snatching both immunity and a half idol, then astonishes everyone by flipping against Simon on the re-vote. The hosts discuss how the returnees and newbies maneuver to avoid rocks, spotlighting risky deadlock strategies and the emotional cost—especially for Brooke, who faces Survivor as a parent for the first time and battles guilt and resolve. Laws tempts a women's alliance, setting the stage for potential power shifts, while Jackson's family video brings personal stakes to his game. Simon's exit marks both redemption and disappointment, as big resumes and pivotal moves creep toward the endgame. Brooke seizes the moment by flipping her vote, blindsiding Simon just before rocks are drawn—Mike Bloom and Matthew Haywood weigh in if her timing was too risky. Deadlock drama: Was going to rocks worth it for the “passengers,” or should they have flipped? The strategy unfolds with real risk and reward. Brooke's discovery of a half idol sparks new alliances and possible deals—who will find the other half, and will trust be just as split? Laws pitches a women's alliance, bringing new social reads and possible blindsides. Jackson's emotional confessional after the family reward opens up impact beyond gameplay. With alliances shifting and idols hidden in plain sight, will Brooke's gamble become her downfall, or does the Redbacks alliance finally take shape? Who's secretly controlling the vote, and whose resume will stand out at Final Tribal? Tune in for smart Survivor analysis—from idol reads and alliance flips to emotional gameplay—on Australian Survivor: Redemption! Chapters: 0:00 Simon's Survivor Journey Reviewed 6:09 Almost Reaching Rox Deadlock 12:18 Brooke's Surprising Tribal Council Flip 18:27 Debating Jackson's Big Move 24:36 Resume Building Dominates Discussion 30:45 Laws' Women's Alliance Pitch 36:54 Cameron Spots Brooke's Half Idol 43:02 Simon's Two Rocks Bluff Exposed 49:11 Emotional Family Reward Moment 55:20 Farewell Simon: Redemption Achieved 1:01:29 Chizzy Points Shake Up Standings 1:07:38 Final Seven Moves Preview Check out Peace Corps: https://peacecorps.gov/serve Never miss a minute of RHAP's extensive Global Survivor coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the Survivor Global podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

There's a part of me that's surprised we still do these. Should we do them for Deadlock? Idk, I just had that thought, I'll run it by Nick. Facets are dead, Tinker is... interesting, Meepo changes are NUTTY, idk gang we'll see how this patch shapes out in play! I mean. ~I~ won't. But you know. Probably someone. Join the Bottle Crow Discord to check out our live posted show notes as well as chat with us and other listeners! There's also the new Scanline Media Discord for Scanline stuff more generally. We're on iTunes, Google Play, and Stitcher! You can subscribe on those, and leave a review if you like! That would really help us out. Tell your Dota friends about us, help spread the word! Make sure to vote on the Rhythms of Riftshadow Ruins in the Steam Workshop!

Councilor Michelle Belkot's blocked C-TRAN seat, an independent investigation into a fatal incident in Ridgefield, and a new outreach format in Vancouver underline a week rich in conflict and public engagement. Newsletter covers court rulings, sports, and community events. https://mailchi.mp/clarkcountytoday/this-weeks-top-news_march_27_2026 #ClarkCounty #LocalNews #Council #PublicSafety #Newsletter #Sports #CivicEngagement #VancouverWA

Record-long airport lines, TSA agents struggling to make ends meet, and a political standoff in Washington—travelers are paying the price while Congress debates DHS funding. Democrats remain dug in for more concessions, while Republicans push for a vote. From missed bills and repossessed cars to second jobs just to survive, TSA staff describe the human toll of the ongoing stalemate. Meanwhile, ICE and immigration funding carve-outs spark heated controversy over enforcement, legality, and public safety. Tim breaks down the chaos, the politics, and what it means for everyday Americans. ⏱️ Segment Breakdown: 00:00–05:00 – DHS funding deadlock: What's happening on Capitol Hill and why no resolution is expected soon. 05:01–10:00 – TSA crisis: Record-high wait times at airports, staffing shortages, and agents facing financial and personal hardships. 10:01–15:00 – Testimony from TSA leadership: Evictions, repossessions, and the human cost of political gridlock. 15:01–20:00 – ICE funding carve-outs: Controversy over enforcement, deportations, and claims of “protecting liberty.” 20:01–25:00 – Immigration law reality check: Misconceptions vs. legal authority on deportation of non-citizens and American children. 25:01–30:00 – Political implications: How Democrats and Republicans are playing the funding fight, and why Americans are caught in the middle.

It's the last episode of the season and the thing Luke has been waiting for happens. LMAO. We talk about: ICE Iris, RE9, Stardew Valley, Of The Devil, Deadlock, Luke Is A Netrunner Bastard, Myst, Pyst, Dumb Action, Ashley STEALS Luke's Post, The Hobbit, Pokopia, Molly's Mystery Movie, Hari Kiri, Can't Be Cute, Cut Away Action, Stamp Stuck, Writing In 2016, Schrodinger's Do Something, DHS, Hillary Cut, Better Or Worse Than Season One, Luke's Advice, Tar,

Luke Hemsworth stops by to chat about Deadlock, his new comedy on Prime Video where he plays a character inspired by TV personalities we love to hate, complete with short shorts and fake tan. He shares how much prep went into the role (a lot of time with a fake rubber croc), why comedy is harder than it looks, and how he stops himself from pitching better lines than the actual award winning writers. All six episodes are streaming now.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In our news wrap Friday, the deadlock in Congress over funding the Department of Homeland Security is showing no signs of ending, the Trump administration has sued Harvard University again, CBS News is shutting down its storied radio service and Chuck Norris, the fighting front-man of Hollywood action films, has died. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

In our news wrap Friday, the deadlock in Congress over funding the Department of Homeland Security is showing no signs of ending, the Trump administration has sued Harvard University again, CBS News is shutting down its storied radio service and Chuck Norris, the fighting front-man of Hollywood action films, has died. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

Arsenal move into the Champions League quarter-finals with a performance built on control, structure and big moments — and in this episode, the panel breaks down exactly how it was achieved.The conversation opens with the context around the result and the significance of progressing in Europe, before moving into the starting XI and early-game patterns that shaped the match. There's a detailed look at Arsenal's control without the ball, how the midfield dictated tempo, and the role key individuals played in establishing dominance.Eze and Rice's contributions are analysed within the wider structure of the performance, alongside a breakdown of Arsenal's chance creation, game management and overall authority across both halves. The discussion also explores how much of this display reflects where Arsenal are right now in comparison to the rest of Europe.Attention then shifts to the broader football landscape, including reactions to rival performances and how external narratives compare to what Arsenal are consistently delivering on the pitch.In the second half of the episode, focus turns to the upcoming Carabao Cup final against Manchester City. The panel examines the key decisions facing Mikel Arteta, with particular attention on the goalkeeper situation and what it means for selection, trust and big-game management.There's also time for reflection on squad depth, individual form, and how Arsenal balance momentum with the demands of competing across multiple competitions at this stage of the season.As always, the episode closes with lighter segments, including the return of “Who Am I?” and the latest round of predictions, rounding off a discussion that moves from European progression to domestic stakes — all through an Arsenal lens.Chapters:(00:00) - Arteta's Non-Negotiables Intro(00:40) - Show Overview & Bayer Leverkusen Context(00:53) - Starting XI Reaction & Ben White Return(01:41) - Fast Start: Early Control, Chances & Corners(03:09) - Arsenal Keep Pushing & Leverkusen Under Pressure(04:39) - 0–1 | Eze's Spectacular Volley Breaks the Deadlock(06:25) - Half-Time Reaction: Arsenal in Full Control(07:08) - Second-Half Chances, Gyökeres Threat & Emirates Atmosphere(08:42) - 2–0 | Rice Doubles the Lead(09:54) - Quadruple Sub, Eze Knock & Game Management(11:35) - Disallowed Goal, Broken Moves & Raya's Big Save(13:39) - Match Stats & Standout Performers(14:13) - Hincapié Praise(15:31) - Eze's Best Arsenal Performance?(17:59) - Why Eze Worked: Off-Ball Structure, Pressing & Shape(20:23) - Arteta's Off-Ball Demands & Gyökeres Contribution(21:10) - Declan Rice: Best Player in the World?(25:35) - Arsenal Hitting Form at the Right Time(27:00) - Sporting Await in the Quarter-Finals(29:10) - Champions League Scheduling & Chelsea Collapse(33:30) - Man City Knocked Out by Real Madrid(39:33) - PT.2 Who Am I? (Game)(40:44) - Ødegaard Left Out of Norway Squad(43:02) - International Break Concerns & Player Workload(44:22) - Chelsea's Undisclosed Payments & Cheating Debate(51:20) - Six Pack: Arsenal's Best League Cup Moments(54:28) - Gav's 1987 Final Memories(55:49) - Carabao Cup Final Preview: Raya or Kepa?(01:04:11) - Selection Debate: Striker, Left Side & Balance(01:06:51) - Right-Back Debate: White, Mosquera or Timber?(01:09:44) - Trophy Significance, Springboard Talk & City Context(01:12:24) - What This Final Could Mean for the Season(01:14:25) - Arsenal, Trophies & Champions League Standards(01:18:17) - Potential Match Winners(01:19:38) - Donnarumma, Set Pieces & Final Key Moments(01:22:37) - Ødegaard on the Bench? Mind Games & Trophy Lift Talk(01:24:10) - Outside Noise Around Arsenal(01:25:50) - Who Am I? Answer & Closing

https://www.patreon.com/minnmax - Unlock an early, ad-free version of The MinnMax Show and directly support independent games media MinnMax's Ben Hanson, Sarah Podzorski, Kelsey Lewin, Jeff Marchiafava, and Haley MacLean gather to celebrate the unbelievably fun Pokémon Pokopia on the Nintendo Switch 2. We also talk about the glowing reviews for the cRPG Esoteric Ebb, share early impressions of Slay the Spire 2 in early access, Kelsey talks about her preview trip to play Big Walk at Panic, Sarah can't stop playing Valve's Deadlock, and unpack the big reveal for XBOX's Project Helix from its new Microsoft Gaming CEO Asha Sharma and what it means for the future of AI in games. Then we answer questions submitted on Patreon by the community and award the iam8bit question of the week! You can win a prize and help make the show better by supporting us on Patreon and submitting a question! https://www.patreon.com/minnmax Watch and share the video version here - https://youtu.be/ltYKj9YaeMI Learn more about the XBOX BDS boycott here - https://bdsmovement.net/news/boycott-microsofts-xbox Help support MinnMax's supporters! https://www.iam8bit.com - 10% off with Promo Code: GREENGREENS https://www.factormeals.com/minnmax50off - 50% off 1st order with Promo Code: MINNMAX50OFF To jump to a particular discussion, check out the timestamps below... 00:00:00 - Intro 00:04:00 - Pokémon Pokopia 00:26:42 - Resident Evil Requiem 00:28:50 - Esoteric Ebb 00:36:00 - Slay the Spire 2 00:40:17 - Big Walk 00:53:23 - Factor Meals 00:55:09 - XBOX's Project Helix and AI 01:39:01 - Deadlock 01:47:01 - Paranormasight: The Mermaid's Curse 01:54:10 - Thanking iam8bit - https://www.iam8bit.com/ 01:56:05 - Community questions 02:41:41 - Get A Load Of This Kelsey's GALOT - https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/team-usa-baseball-manager-mark-derosa-misspoke-italy-upset/ JeffM's GALOT - https://youtu.be/HRUrZpglxhk?si=89LYmYL6RFxbxnW_ Hanson's GALOT - https://www.tiktok.com/@genxistentialcrisis/video/7064343746510425391 Sarah's GALOT - https://www.reddit.com/r/Homesteading/comments/1rizhen/when_daffodils_bloom_in_the_woods_a_hidden_sign/ Community GALOT - https://wikigacha.com/?lang=EN Disclosure - Games discussed on MinnMax content are most often provided for free by the publisher or developer. Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/minnmax Support MinnMax directly on YouTube - https://youtube.com/minnmax/join Follow us on Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/minnmaxshow Subscribe to our YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/minnmax Subscribe to our solo stream channel - https://www.youtube.com/@minnmaxstreamarchives Buy MinnMax merch here - https://minnmax.com/merch Follow us on Bluesky - https://bsky.app/profile/minnmax.com Go behind the scenes on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/minnmaxshow This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

What happens when a legendary horror franchise finds its footing by looking backward? This week, we dive into Resident Evil Requiem, exploring why its tight, 10-hour dual-protagonist campaign is a masterclass in modern survival horror—and a perfect fit for gamers with a busy schedule. We also strap on our hover-skates for a review of High on Life 2, discussing how Squanch Games is navigating its new era and whether the controversial new traversal mechanics help or hinder the "Big Pharma" satire. Then, we shift gears to the extraction shooter wars. We share our hands-on impressions from the Marathon Server Slam, questioning if Bungie's bold, neon-soaked UI is a work of art or a usability nightmare compared to the more grounded Arc Raiders. Finally, we trace the 8-year secret history of Valve's Deadlock—from its "Neon Prime" sci-fi roots to its current status as a Steam chart-topper—and explain why this MOBA-shooter hybrid is poised to dominate the industry in 2026. Show Notes: 0:51 - Housekeeping 3:00 - Capcom Listened: Why RE Requiem is the Best Since RE4 23:25 - High on Life 2 Review: The Skateboard & The Slump 39:49 - The Uncertain Future of Bungie's Marathon 1:17:49 - The Silent Rise of Deadlock: Why You'll Be Playing This Soon 1:39:50 - Upcoming Video Game Releases   Become a part of the conversation! If you donate $1 or more on Patreon you can get exclusive access to the Patreon-only chat and channels on the server. Visit our website to find our social channels, check past podcasts and donate to the show.Subscribe to our YouTube channel to see all of our latest videos as they drop. Credits:"Blue Groove Deluxe" by BlueFoxMusic on audiojungle.netWoman Announcer - Ariana Guerra; Actress"Wisdom" by Super Nostalgia 64

We played Deadlock. A lot of Deadlock. The memes are true, it will overwhelm you and you'll be left wanting more. Kyle is happy to report that Slay the Spire 2 is more Slay the Spire, exactly what we wanted. Garrett played World of Warcraft, and its exactly what he wanted. Nintendo sueing America? Everyone wants that. But it seems not everyone wanted FF14 loot? This is GG Podcast. Supportourbromance.com or we'll make Grinding Gear 2, but it will be DIFFERENT! '

Översiktsserien fortsätter. Det kommer handla om riksrätten mot Clinton, mellanårsvalet 1998, rekordfiasko för republikanerna, Larry Flynt, talmansavhopp, sexuell Mccarthyism, Clinton frias och sista året i Vita Huset. Bild: Senaten sammanträder under riksrätten av Bill Clinton. Källa: WikipediaPrenumerera: Glöm inte att prenumerera på podcasten! Betyg: Ge gärna podden betyg på iTunes!Följ podden: Facebook (facebook.com/stjarnbaneret), twitter (@stjarnbaneret), Instagram (@stjarnbaneret)Kontakt: stjarnbaneret@gmail.comLitteratur översikt USA:s historia- Liberty, Equality, Power: A history of the American People, John Murrin, Paul Johnson, James McPherson, m.fl.- Give me liberty: An American history, Eric Foner- America: A concise History, James Henretta, Rebecka Edwards, Robert Self- Inventing America: A history of the United States, Pauline Maier, Merrit Roe Smith, m.fl.- Nation of Nations: A narrative history of the American republic, James West Davidson, Mark Lytle, m.fl.- The American Pageant, David Kennedy, Lizabeth Cohen, Thomas Bailey- Making America: A history of the United States, Carol Berking, Robert Cherney, m.fl.- America: A narrative history, George Brown Tindall, David Emory Shi- The American Promise: A history of the United States, James Roark, Maichael Johnson, m.fl. - The American People: Creating a nation and a society, Gary Nash, John Howe, m.fl.- Of the People: A history of the United States, James Oaks, Michael McGerr, m.fl.- The enduring vision: A history of the American People, Paul Boyer, Clifford Clark, m.fl.Litteratur för denna era:- Deadlock and disillusionment, Gary Reichard- The age of Reagan, Sean Wilenz- The American Century, LaFeber, Polenberg, Woloch. - American Dreams: The United States since 1945, H. Brands- Recent America: The United States since 1945, Dewey Grantham- Restless Giant, James Patterson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Games come and games go, some fast and some slow. This is Grinding Gear podcast where we discuss all the industry happenings, along with our own retro journey. Sony Pulls back from games on PC. Resident Evil 9 sold well, but lacks cultural splash. Highguard announces final update. Crimson Desert hype is building? Pokopia crits player desires. We've been playing Arc Raiders, RE1, Minecraft, FF14 and Deadlock.

Hey Podtimists,This week David takes to the skies and Chase imagines a life with Deadlock.We also took a deeper look at the bizarre PS1 game, Silhouette Mirage. This was suggested to us by an anonymous listener, so thank you wherever you are!---Timestamps:(0:00) - Intro(7:16) - What David has been playing(7:22) - Kingdom Come Deliverance 2(18:33) - Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown(28:21) - What Chase has been playing(28:32) - Car Mechanic Simulator 2021(36:52) - The Hundred Line Last Defense Academy(38:04) - Plan B Terraform(46:39) - Deadlock(1:00:59) - Chase's Podtimistic thing of the week(1:02:38) - David's Podtimistic thing of the week(1:13:13) - Good Games! Featuring Silhouette Mirage(1:32:06) - Outro---Games mentioned: Kingdom Come Deliverance 2Ace Combat 7: Skies UnknownCar Mechanic Simulator 2021Hundred Line Last Defense AcademyPlan B TerraformDeadlockSilhouette Mirage

It's another show bursting at the seams this week, touching on Romeo Is a Dead Man, The Run, and Species: Unknown, with further thoughts on Dragon Quest VII, Cairn, and some Silent Hill f endingsmaxxing. And in the news, the rubber is meeting the road on the RAM crisis for Valve, Sony, and Nintendo, there's a new live-service Horizon game coming, Ryu Ga Gotoku's response to sexual assault allegations on the cast of the new Yakuza is... questionable, and more.CHAPTERS(00:00:00) NOTE: Some timecodes may be inaccurate for versions other than the ad-free Patreon version due to dynamic ad insertions. Please use caution if skipping around to avoid spoilers. Thanks for listening.(00:00:10) Intro(00:04:07) I got my AYN Thor (not-DS) and checked it out!(00:15:39) Earth Must Die  |  [PC (Microsoft Windows)]  |  Jan 27, 2026(00:16:08) The Run  |  [Mac, PC (Microsoft Windows)]  |  Feb 05, 2026(00:26:57) First Break(00:29:13) Romeo is a Dead Man  |  [PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S]  |  Feb 11, 2026(00:41:55) Relooted  |  [PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox Series X|S]  |  Feb 10, 2026(00:48:20) Cairn  |  [PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5]  |  Jan 29, 2026(00:59:27) Species: Unknown (Early Access) |  [PC (Microsoft Windows)]  |  Oct 23, 2025(01:10:27) Dragon Quest VII Reimagined  |  [Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox Series X|S]  |  Feb 05, 2026(01:11:20) [Possible DQ7 SPOILER] Abundance of caution with this marker(01:13:31) Silent Hill f  |  [PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S]  |  Sep 25, 2025(01:13:42) [SPOILER WARNING] Silent Hill f endings talk, mostly about items and less about story.(01:26:05) Second Break(01:26:10) How are those RAM prices affecting hardware?(01:28:04) Valve says their Steam Machine pricing is being affected(01:31:16) Sony says they've got some RAM, but maybe PS6 could be affected?(01:37:52) Nintendo says they are making bank, but think your concern is cute.(01:40:40) Epic Games says they will have a marketplace on the next Xbox(01:49:58) Guerrilla debuts Horizon Hunters Gathering!(02:10:15) Riot lays off around 80 workers from 2XKO(02:17:24) A brief aside about Valve's Deadlock(02:19:13) Yakuza Kiwami 3 has some issues(02:27:13) Emails(02:30:34) Wrapping up and thanks(02:33:49) Mysterious Benefactor Shoutouts

Linguists are baffled. “There seems to be a new subcommunity in a niche online video game developing a totally new manner of speech by fusing what's known as the ‘Valorant accent' with idioms from medieval English,” writes a joint statement from The Linguistic Society of East and West.Discussed: BB realizes he's offline, Highguard, early impressions of Deadlock, Yoda in Soul Calibur, Dragon Quest VII Reimagined, the pros and cons of remakes, the history of DQVII, Nioh 3, Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection Demo, new games on the horizon "A History of Dragon Quest (and Why To Try It Now)" by Chris PlanteHarvestella Review by Kaile Hultner PS1 Playlists:The ten listener poll winnersThe full playlistFind us everywhere: https://intothecast.onlineBuy some merch, if you'd like: https://shop.intothecast.onlineJoin the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/intothecast---Follow Stephen Hilger: https://bsky.app/profile/stephenhilger.bsky.socialFollow Brendon Bigley: https://bsky.app/profile/bb.wavelengths.onlineProduced by AJ Fillari: https://bsky.app/profile/ajfillari.bsky.social---Season 8 cover art by Scout Wilkinson: https://scoutwilkinson.myportfolio.com/Theme song by Will LaPorte: https://ghostdown.online/---Timecodes:(00:00) - Intro (00:19) - Highguard | Brendon Offlineley (12:09) - Dragon Quest VII Reimagined | The first game of the episode (57:50) - Break (57:52) - Nioh 3 | Kiefer's favorite game (01:13:30) - Break (01:13:32) - There was a Nintendo Direct (01:15:14) - Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection | Another 3 (01:33:08) - On the horizon (01:36:22) - Wrapping up ---Thanks to all of our amazing patrons, including our Eternal Gratitude members:SuperThisWayNick GStarfallrondoSusan H0nlygh0stsVincent JPatrick KEd AJ-RockSamantha DNorth HeroSam HSnzznJ-RockGregory Mark SCmndr BiscuiticemanChristian HRydan BCaleb HArden FEye of the DuckKaleNathan EJ. H. AjoelchronoMellowMatthew BRobin LPSeekingSeakingJimmerszoey!Vinny MMattKerry KBrian MNoah DZach DChristopher TDHugo WToddChris BLukerfuffleStephen YDaniel GEric FTaran WBrendan OChris ZClayton MZach RDylan NFederico VTigerz RevengeLogan HAlan RJohn AMike LmattjanzzDavid MHeavyPixelsKaleb HTyler JCorey ZSusan HBarry TRobert RChris JBrett Allen HDan SJack SGarrett CjimiiboJohn HDirch FJim EJim WTristan LEvan BAwfulHanzomin2Aaron GJean HTodd Nred_wagonNeilPeter BJohn VvErik MRedmage77Joshua JTony LDanny KGibson GKate Duncan BRichard MDaniel NSeth MJamesAndy HDemoEmmaLyn ECorey TCaleb WJake LJesse WMike TCodesMatt BWesleymebezacAlex LSergio LninjadeathdogRory BA42PoundMooseRobert MMichael WAndrewthis_JUSTINRyan O14.3 billion yearsBrendan KMegan BSecretAgentKoalaNoah OArcturusAndrew WhepaheChase ALoveDiesNick QChris MRBKaren HAdam FScott HAlexander SMatt HMurrayDavid PJason KMicah OKamrin HAndrew DKyle SPhilip N  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

►Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/McFixer  In this episode of 'My Xbox and Me', we discuss Take Two's assurances that GTA6 WILL be released this year! We also discuss the 'dissapointing sales' of Avowed and Outer Worlds 2 and another week of Ubisoft cancellations ►Please Subscribe www.youtube.com/myxboxandme  ► BRAND NEW MXAM DISCORD - https://discord.gg/aQDSbAy8QH   ► Twitter: @MCFixer @Kreshnikplays @MattPVideo @PaulDespawn  ► Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/McFixer   ► Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/Kreshnik  ► Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/PaulDespawn  Timecodes: 00:00 Intro  03:58 GTA 6 Will Release in 2026  09:49 Whats been in our Box? (Red Dead Redmption 2 RP, Farcry 3, Farcry Primal, Highguard, Deadlock, Arknights Endfield, World of Warcraft) 52:05 Outer Wolrds 2 and Avowed failed to meet sales epectations  01:02:19 Next Gen Xbox on track for 2027 according to AMD  01:05:08 Assassins Creed Coop game cancelled 01:09:08 Guess that Game 01:16 Fixers Sack

Another Nintendo Direct about the Mario Movie has been announced, Fallout season 2 is doing numbers, and Tim Gettys is officially a daddy. Thank you for the support! Run of Show - - Start - Tim Gettys is a father - Surprise Super Mario Galaxy Movie Nintendo Direct Announced for This Weekend - Despite signs of a Fallout season two viewership slump, Amazon say it's Prime Video's sixth biggest season of all time - Ad - US lawmakers ask FTC to "thoroughly" review $55bn EA deal - Deadlock has received a major update - Required Reading: A Controversial Video-Game Designer Returns With a New Game and More Controversy - Wee News! - SuperChats & You‘re Wrong Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices