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Explore the inspiring story of Adam Wright, CEO of Pilot Companies, who shares how life's toughest moments shape resilience, character, and leadership. From overcoming personal tragedy to leading a business with a focus on people and purpose, Adam's journey offers valuable insights on faith, perseverance, and integrity.In this episode: How Adam's childhood adversity shaped his mindset around resilience and growth The influence of his mother's hard work and unwavering faith on his values The significance of mentors and key relationships in shaping success The importance of doing the next right thing and walking in faith and confidence Leadership principles balancing standards and grace The power of intentional prioritization over striving for balance Lessons from athletic endeavors and how discipline translates into the corporate world Building a purpose-driven organization focused on customer experience and team member engagement The impact of personal faith and the importance of community in decision-making Practical tips on discerning God's calling and walking in confidence Berkshire Hathaway Adam Wright LinkedIn Pilot Flying J Holy Bible LinkedIn Twitter Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction to Adam Wright's inspiring journey 02:00 - Childhood challenges and the impact of his father's passing 04:30 - Lessons learned from his mother's example of hard work and faith 07:00 - How mentors and coaches influenced Adam's development 09:30 - The importance of showing people they matter in every turn 12:00 - Decision to stay local for family and educational opportunities 14:00 - The significance of faith and prayer in decision-making 16:00 - Overcoming self-doubt and realizing the power of others' belief 18:30 - Transition from college football to NFL: hard work and humility 21:00 - Lessons from athletic discipline and perseverance 24:30 - The role of redshirting and continuous improvement in football and life 27:00 - The mindset of "next game" and relentless pursuit of excellence 30:00 - Navigating challenges in professional sports and the corporate world 33:00 - Leading Berkshire Hathaway Energy: balancing standards with grace 35:00 - Building company culture around authenticity, purpose, and accountability 36:45 - The importance of trust, relational capital, and clear communication 39:00 - Mentors and relationships that reinforced Adam's confidence 42:00 - The role of family, especially his wife's unwavering support 45:00 - Leading Pilot Companies with a customer-centric approach 48:00 - Cultivating company values and ensuring they live beyond words 51:00 - Prioritization over balance: integrating work, family, and faith 53:00 - The indivisibility of life and intentional trade-ups 55:00 - Final thoughts and encouragement to walk in purpose and faith. This episode emphasizes leadership rooted in faith, perseverance, and authentic connection. Adam's story encourages us all to pursue our purpose with confidence, balanced by grace and a commitment to serving others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Markets are navigating a complex web of Big Tech earnings, an upcoming Federal Reserve rate decision, and mounting geopolitical tensions. Lou Basenese, FOX Business Contributor and Executive Vice President for Market Strategy at Prairie Operating Company, joins FBN's Jackie DeAngelis to break down why the Central Bank is likely to hold interest rates steady, how a temporary pause in U.S.-Iran strikes is impacting oil prices, and why a surprisingly strong earnings season is providing underlying strength to Wall Street. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben Standig joins Kevin, as he does every Monday, to explain what led up to the Commanders' decision to dismiss TE coach Ben Steele on Monday morning. Also, Ben weighs in on the ever-present WR2 situation (and especially Brandon Aiyuk), and lays out what to look for as training camp opens this week!

The Jim Rome Show HR 2 - 7/27/26 LA Rams General Manager Les Snead joins the show to break down a busy offseason that included big trades for Myles Garrett and Trent McDuffie. Then, ESPN NBA Reporter Dave McMenamin joins the show to recap LeBron's 3-week free agency period that landed him in Philadelphia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Investors raised their bets the Federal Reserve will raise rates on Wednesday after this month's jump in oil prices. And, firefighting efforts were boosted in France and Spain as “violent” wildfires raged. Plus, developing nations make plans for the next energy shock, and US artificial intelligence companies spend record amounts on lobbying. Mentioned in this podcast:Investors crank up bets on Federal Reserve rate rise after oil surge‘Violent' wildfires rage close to French and Spanish citiesIndia and South Africa lead push to amass emergency fuel stockpilesAI companies spend record sums on Washington lobbyingThe new premium product: books written by peopleFT Weekend Festivalft.com/festival Want to get in touch? Email us at podcasts@ft.comNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts The FT News Briefing is produced by Victoria Craig, Sonja Hutson, Saffeya Ahmed, Katya Kumkova, and Fiona Symon. Our editor is Marc Filippino. Our show is mixed by Sam Giovinco and Alex Higgins. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, Michael Lello, Peter Barber and David da Silva. Our intern is Cole van Miltenburg. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Flo Phillips is the FT's global head of audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Locked on Heat's Wes Goldberg analyzes LeBron James' decision to sign with the 76ers and why the Heat were ultimately passed over in free agency. They discuss Miami's strategy moving forward around Giannis Antetokounmpo and potential targets like DeMar DeRozan or Klay Thompson. They also explore the Celtics' recent roster struggles and the national perception of Brad Stevens' management.

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.

Hope is often mistaken for a feeling of optimism, but for many people it looks much quieter: the decision to stay alive and keep going even when nothing feels certain. In this episode, we explore how hope is less about feeling inspired and more about choosing, day after day, to remain open to the possibility that life can change. Sometimes the most meaningful act is not thriving—it's surviving.Key TakeawaysHope is not a mood; it is a decision.You do not need certainty to keep going.Survival is a meaningful achievement.Choosing “one more day” is an act of courage.Staying alive preserves the possibility of connection, healing, and purpose.Quiet hope often sounds like: “I'm not done yet.”Thrive With Leo Coaching: If you want to reduce your psychological pain, regain your purpose and forge your own path, go to www.thrivewithleo.com to begin your journey.If you or anyone you know is considering suicide or self-harm, or is anxious, depressed, upset, or needs to talk, there are people who want to help:In the US: Crisis Text Line: Text CRISIS to 741741 for free, confidential crisis counseling. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 or 988The Trevor Project: 1-866-488-7386Outside the US:International Association for Suicide Prevention lists a number of suicide hotlines by country. Click here to find them.

Scotty G. & The Coach with Scott Garrard and Tim LaComb on July 27, 2026. Hour 1 Starting Lineup Are the 76ers now favorites in the Eastern Conference? What You May Have Missed Hour 2 College Football Playoffs or bust? G, B, & U: Wife of Chiefs' Eric Bieniemy allegedly shot by couple's son at home + MORE Hour 3 Kurt Helin, NBC Sports and Pro Basketball Talk 78 percent of American’s 1st & 2nd team all conference players transferred to Power 4 schools Can BYU enter the Notre Dame game undefeated? Hour 4 Mike Berardino, Notre Dame writer for South Bend Tribune Eric Kjar, Weber State Football head coach Sports Roulette: Browns' Jerry Jeudy disputes video appearing to show he wants Watson at QB

Hour 1 of Scotty G. & The Coach with Scott Garrard and Tim LaComb. Starting Lineup Are the 76ers now favorites in the Eastern Conference? What You May Have Missed

Martin Weiss and Zach Harper start off the show reacting to LeBron James' decision to join the 76ers and how it impacts the rest of the NBA. The guys discuss where the 76ers rank going into the season now with LeBron James, Jaylen Brown, Tyrese Maxey, and Joel Embiid and how the signing drastically affected the chances of the Cavaliers, Heat, and Pistons of winning the Eastern Conference. Martin and Zach debate whether or not the Lakers are in a better position without LeBron James after adding Walker Kessler, Quentin Grimes, and Colin Sexton before also discussing how the Warriors are a big loser in free agency after missing out on LeBron. The guys end the show asking themselves whether or not they can do ANYTHING better than pro athletes with news of Jake Paul targeting an NFL career. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trump doubles down on election deniers in Arizona despite voters rejecting them in back to back election cycles. As he targets the offices that oversee future elections, Dina Doll explains why Trump's push for loyalty over electability could become Democrats' biggest advantage in one of the country's most consequential battleground states. Lola Blankets: Lola Blankets: Get 40% off your entire order at https://lolablankets.com by using code MISSTRIAL at checkout. Experience the world's #1 blanket with Lola Blankets. Pre-order the new book from MeidasTouch, WTF America?!: The Way Out of This Hell and Back to Democracy, today: https://bit.ly/wtfamericayoutube Visit https://meidasplus.com for more! Remember to subscribe to ALL the MeidasTouch Network Podcasts: MeidasTouch: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/meidastouch-podcast Legal AF: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/legal-af MissTrial: https://meidasnews.com/tag/miss-trial The PoliticsGirl Podcast: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-politicsgirl-podcast Cult Conversations: The Influence Continuum with Dr. Steve Hassan: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-influence-continuum-with-dr-steven-hassan The Weekend Show: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-weekend-show The Ken Harbaugh Show: https://meidasnews.com/tag/the-ken-harbaugh-show Majority 54: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/majority-54 On Democracy with FP Wellman: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/on-democracy-with-fpwellman Uncovered: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/maga-uncovered

It's natural to have doubt. The key, however, is whether we use our questions as fuel to seek out answers. Confidence in the power of Buddhist practices grows with time as you see actual proof of change in your life.Today's guest, Devesh Kumar, a medical student in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, shares how he tested Buddhism to see whether her could really make his impossible dreams a reality.References:Jan. 2, 1998, World Tribune, p. 11Hope Is a Decision, p. 5The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 1, revised edition, p. 126The Buddha in Your Mirror, pp. 207–10

Mason is joined by Andy Kamenetzky today in the studio! The crew react to the Breaking News of the day: LeBron James has signed with the Philadelphia 76ers! Are the 76ers now the favorites to come out of the Eastern Conference? What happened last night at the ‘Rams Revealed' event? Ice Breakers! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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On this episode of the Blackhawks Breakaway Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis react to Patrick Kane's return to the Blackhawks on a two-year contract. Pat also sits down for an exclusive 1-on-1 interview with Kane to discuss why he chose to return to Chicago. Plus, Blackhawks general manager Kyle Davidson joins the show to explain the process of bringing the franchise icon back.

In hour two, LeBron likely chose the best roster, but it comes with added pressure. Gelb is adamant that Hoch and Solana are downplaying their reaction to LeBron not picking the Heat. Plus, Lee Sterling stops by with the updated odds in the NBA.

LeBron James may still dominate headlines, but has he lost the leverage that defined the second half of his career?In this episode of On The Ball, Ric Bucher explains why the NBA's fascination with LeBron shouldn't be mistaken for front-office demand, why Luka Dončić changed everything for the Lakers, and why Cleveland may be the only destination that truly makes basketball—and emotional—sense.Ric then turns his attention to the NBA's latest Summer League experiment: replacing multiple free throws with a single attempt worth two or three points. Is this smart innovation—or the beginning of sacrificing the integrity of the game in the pursuit of shorter broadcasts?If the league is looking for ways to modernize basketball, Ric argues it's solving the wrong problem.TIMESTAMPS00:00 Intro and show preview 01:20 LeBron still dominates headlines—but not NBA leverage 02:10 Which teams actually want LeBron—and why contenders don't 03:05 LeBron's influence isn't what it used to be 04:00 ESPN, "The Decision," and how NBA coverage changed 05:05 Why the NBA won't miss LeBron the way many assume 06:10 Why Adam Silver wants LeBron's decision before releasing the schedule 07:10 TV ratings vs. championship value 08:15 Why Luka Dončić changed LeBron's future with the Lakers 09:20 The emotional reality of becoming second—or third—option 10:30 Why media attention has become part of LeBron's baggage 11:30 Why Cleveland makes more sense than any other destination 12:45 Is LeBron delaying his decision simply to control the spotlight? 13:35 The NBA's latest experiment to shorten games 14:40 The one-free-throw proposal explained 15:45 Why changing free throws threatens basketball's integrity 16:50 Better ways to shorten NBA games without changing the sport 18:00 Instant replay, timeouts and television are the real problem 19:00 Ric's alternative: shorter games instead of changing the rules 20:20 Final thoughts: Innovation is good—but not every experiment belongs in the NBA#NBA #LeBronJames #Lakers #LukaDoncic #AdamSilver #NBASummerLeague #NBARules #Basketball #NBAPodcast #OnTheBall #RicBucherSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/bucher-and-friends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thanks for listening, and please follow us on Insta @NHPTalent and www.youtube.com/thePOZcast For all episodes, please check out www.thePOZcast.com This special episode is brought to you by our dear friends at Blood Cancer United. An organization very near and dear to me. I'm here to remind you to give to causes that make a difference. You want to help, but you don't know where to start? Blood Cancer United is at the top of my list. They are the global leader in helping patients and families with blood cancer, and your dollars fund research, patient support, and advocacy. Please give today here: Thank you for supporting this important mission. Learn more and donate here: https://pages.lls.org/voy/nyc/nyclls26/aposner   Chapters: 1:54 - Lindsey's background 4:11 - Decision making 5:00 - Big Lesson Learned as an RA 5:58 - Paralysis of Choice 7:52 - Job Hopping 8:40 - Difference between Boomers & Millennials (Leadership wise) 10:48 - Young Leaders - Where is the gap? 12:19 - Concept of Feedback 14:11 - Impetus behind writing the first book 15:37 - Multi-generational Workforce 18:59 - Need of physical workplace vs remote work (uncertainty) 21:53 - Magic Formula 23:20 - Lindsey's book title struggle 25:18 - Early Career Guidance 26:45 - Insightful Interview Questions 29:06 - Who should read the book 29:47 - Golden key takeaway 30:41 - Biggest challenge in writing this book 31:52 - Vulnerability 32:26 - Greatest piece of advice 34:20 - Lindsey's Super Power 34:35 - Personal/Professional Silver Linings 35:54 - Lindsey's North Star

The “Dubs Talk” crew reacts to LeBron James snubbing Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors to join the Philadelphia 76ers in NBA free agency. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

My friend Rich Cope (early 50s, father of four) join us to share his brave, vulnerable, and honest story in hopes of helping others: Growing up in Utah County and not fitting the mold/expectations for a man Great insights about broadening the definition of masculinity Processing his attractions to men in a vacuum—with no outside support/understanding Serving a mission and learning God loves him and will always be with him Trying to make it work with a woman—be told it will all work out Getting married—good marriage—why that marriage eventually ended Being closeted and being a dad to a gay son (who was out, authentic, and accepted himself) Decision to come out to his wife and then more broadly (lots of acceptance) Powerful testimony on how God loves all of His children—gay or straight Advice for younger LGBTQ folks This was another deeply moving podcast from my friend Rich Cope—who is so vulnerable, real, and honest—all attributes of masculinity. This podcast will help you in you are LGBTQ and help the rest of us better love/accept ourselves, know God's love for us, and how to better love/support our LGBTQ friends. You are a good man, Rich. Honored to have you on the podcast. Links: Instagram: @richcoperealtor

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If you're the woman who gets everything done, shows up for everyone else, looks successful from the outside, and still ends the day exhausted with a glass of wine in your hand, this episode is for you. In this conversation, I sit down with Sonia Kahlon, co-host of the Sisters in Sobriety podcast who spent years building a successful career while quietly questioning her relationship with alcohol. Like so many women, Sonia didn't hit the stereotypical rock bottom we often associate with alcohol problems. But she was exhausted, anxious, disconnected from herself, and tired of living a life that looked successful while feeling increasingly out of alignment. Together, we talk about why so many women stay stuck in the drinking cycle for years, what finally helped us stop, and why you don't need a dramatic crisis to decide you want something different. For the full show notes, kindly go to this podcast episode link: https://hellosomedaycoaching.com/making-the-decision-to-get-sober-without-hitting-rock-bottom/ 4 Ways I Can Support You In Drinking Less + Living More Join The Sobriety Starter Kit, the only sober coaching course designed specifically for busy women. My proven, step-by-step sober coaching program will teach you exactly how to stop drinking  — and how to make it the best decision of your life. Save your seat in my FREE MASTERCLASS, 5 Secrets To Successfully Take a Break From Drinking  Grab the Free 30-Day Guide To Quitting Drinking, 30 Tips For Your First Month Alcohol-Free. Connect with me for free sober coaching tips, updates + videos on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest and TikTok @hellosomedaysober. Love The Podcast and Want To Say Thanks? ☕ Buy me a coffee! In the true spirit of Seattle, coffee is my love language. So if you want to support the hours that go into creating this show each week, click this link to buy me a coffee and I'll run to the nearest Starbucks + lift a Venti Almond Milk Latte and toast to you! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/hellosomeday 

You might know today's guest, Alease the Embryologist, from social media, where she somehow manages to educate, empower and entertain while breaking down what's actually happening behind those mysterious IVF lab doors. Alease is incredibly smart and refreshingly real, and today, Ali and Alease get into ALL of it—including her own decision to freeze her eggs while happily married, because she's still on the fence about building a family, and why she chose to freeze eggs instead of embryos with her husband. Alease also takes us behind the scenes of the embryology lab, sharing a day in the life, and also what it was like to perform egg retrievals on patients and then become the last retrieval of the day herself. She also answers some of her patients—and your—most burning questions: What exactly is a mosaic embryo? What happens in the lab that we never get to see? And should you actually be genetically testing your embryos?IG: alease_the_embryologistEPISODE SPONSORS: THE WORK OF ART BOOK SERIESAli's Children's Book Series about IVF, IUI and Family Building Through Assisted Reproductive Technology https://www.infertileafgroup.com/booksThe latest book in the Work of ART series, “You Are a Work of ART," is for every kiddo born through ART -- and the people who love them.Stay tuned for Petri Dish Princess, book #4, coming this fall!EXTEND FERTILITYExtend Fertility is a leading fertility clinic helping people take control of their reproductive futures through egg freezing, embryo freezing, IVF, and more. With a focus on making fertility care more accessible, empowering, and personalized, Extend combines cutting-edge science with compassionate care to help patients understand their options and make informed decisions about if, when, and how they want to build a family.For more, go to extendfertility.comPHERDALIG: @pherdal_sciencePherDal is the world's first and only FDA-cleared, sterile, at-home insemination kit designed to help people build their families in the comfort of home. Created by parents who've been there, PherDal is safe, simple, and affordable—putting more options in your hands as you grow your family. Explore at PherDal.com.Go to PherDal.com today and use code INFERTILEAF for $10 off.CARAWAYCaraway cookware is beautiful, first of all — like, actually gorgeous sitting on your stove — but it also makes cooking feel easier and less stressful.Visit carawayhome.com to take an additional 10% off your next purchase using code INFERTILEAF at checkout.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

7.23.26, Kevin Sheehan reacts to a report alluding to LeBron James' decision possibly being held up due to the Wizards not wanting to trade Anthony Davis.

7.23.26 Hour 3, Kevin Sheehan takes final calls on who are the most divisive players on the Commanders currently and in the past. Kevin Sheehan reacts to a report alluding to LeBron James' decision possibly being held up due to the Wizards not wanting to trade Anthony Davis. Kevin Sheehan, Producer Max and callers give their thoughts on if they would rather LeBron James join Anthony Davis on the Wizards or trade Anthony Davis to another team.

Today's Sports Daily covers Lebron's decision upcoming and all the suitors, my biggest gambling pet peeve on the internet appeared again, Ryan Clark's firing, & Netflix' Untold series returning end of next month.  Music written by Bill Conti & Allee Willis (Casablanca Records/Universal Music Group)  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

LeBron has everyone waiting on a decision and it's holding up a bunch of business and now Anthony finds himself wondering if the Lakers are looking at this latest manufactured drama as proof they were right to move on from LeBron when he did. It's hard not to feel like that's their stance, so Anthony and Harrison discuss whether that's the right way to feel about things.

Anthony asks Harrison whether the way LeBron is carrying out this decision could be used as proof to vindicate the Lakers' own decision to tell him to go away. He then explains why he doesn't think so, after Harrison gave his explanation on that point too. From there, the guys discuss the final few moves the Lakers are waiting to make, answer some questions, and hit the eject button before Harrison commits a cardinal sin.

Full hour of Nationals talk, where Grant & Danny debate what happens at the MLB Trade Deadline.

With the Nationals continuing to play well, the decision to buy or sell is coming down to the wire.

2 Are you confident in Daniels staying healthy? 25 Was last year revealing or a fluke? 45 Fattest items at fast food places 3 Brendan Haywood video / LeBron holding up the NBA 25 Commanders betting huge on Chig Okonkwo 45 Double Play 4 Beltway Blitz 4:05 – Josh Whetzel / Nationals 4:10 – Ryan Fowler / NFL 4:15 – Michael Phillips / Commanders 25 Toboni on the Junkies mentions the timeline changing 45 How will you react if the Nats become sellers? 5 - Will People be Angry if they sell? 45 People check their phones 96 times a day on average

On today's episode, Lawfare's Ukraine Fellow Anastasiia Lapatina talks to Francis Farrell, a front line reporter at the Kyiv Independent, about the Ukrainian president's decision to replace the country's Minister of Defense, the mass protests it caused, and how the decision will impact the course of the 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.

Did the Heat accidentally leak LeBron James' decision? bonus 601 Wed, 22 Jul 2026 21:42:47 +0000 YDAROgvWVph5k7br4tXKzrqyPn4udGwe sports Spiegel & Holmes Show sports Did the Heat accidentally leak LeBron James' decision? Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes bring you Chicago sports talk with great opinions, guests and fun. Join Spiegel and Holmes as they discuss the Bears, Blackhawks, Bulls, Cubs and White Sox and delve into the biggest sports storylines of the day. Recurring guests include former Bears coach Dave Wannstedt, former Bears center Olin Kreutz, Cubs manager Craig Counsell, Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner and MLB Network personality Jon Morosi. Catch the show live Monday through Friday from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. CT on 104.3 The Score, the exclusive audio home of the Cubs and the Bulls, or on the Audacy app. © 2026 Audacy, Inc. Sports https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?f

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima react to a deleted Miami Heat post about LeBron James and debate if it was a social media gaffe or a calculated stunt. They explore the growing fatigue in Cleveland regarding the length of LeBron's decision-making process while praising the Guardians' resilience during recent injuries. The conversation also highlights potential drama within the Browns' coaching staff regarding Deshaun Watson. 02:38 - LeBron Press Leak 06:48 - Heat Conspiracy Theories 09:44 - LeBron Decision Fatigue 16:00 - Fanta's Broadcast Bootcamp 22:35 - Realistic LeBron Expectations 28:50 - Browns QB Controversy 34:05 - Guardians' Resilience Update 39:05 - Division Title Expectations

Yaxel Lendeborg walks away from NBA Summer League with a championship title, championship game MVP and Summer League MVP. On "Dubs Talk," Monte Poole and Dalton Johnson break down Yaxel's Summer League run before diving into where things stand with LeBron James and roster constraints if Golden State lands the superstar. Then, Cathy Engelbert joins the show from the American Century Championship celebrity golf tournament in Lake Tahoe to share her thoughts on the Golden State Valkyries, and why they are a blueprint for success.   (02:30) - Still no LeBron James news as the whole league sits on pause for his 'Decision 2.0' (05:00) - Is LeBron's decision tied to Anthony Davis? (09:00) - If Warriors sign LeBron and keep Jimmy Butler, how would they fit together? (11:30) - Steph Curry and Draymond Green are the only 'whiteboard' selling points for LeBron to the Warriors (15:00) - Steph continues to reach new heights as the first active player celebrated by the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame (19:30) - Yaxel Lendeborg impressed at NBA Summer League, walking away as MVP (24:30) - Biggest takeaways from Yaxel's Summer League (27:30) - Cathy Engelbert joins Dubs Talk (36:30) - Why the Golden State Valkyries are the blueprint for WNBA expansion teams (41:30) - How can the Warriors learn from the Valkyries and create a 'Ballhalla' atmosphere at Chase Center? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michael Wilbon and Frank Isola discuss LeBron James' decision, the MLB, and the MLS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sal Licata is LIVE on Tuesday opening the show talking about LeBron and where and when he will make his decision.

Welcome to the season finale of Mind the Game LIVE in New York at Fanatics Fest with LeBron James and special guest co-host Tyrese Haliburton of the Indiana Pacers. Presented by Anthropic, the team behind Claude. Get started at claude.ai/mindthegame In this episode, LeBron talks about the question everyone wants to know, his free agency decision. Will it be Miami, Cleveland, Philadelphia… the Yankees?! Time will tell. The guys also dig into Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks improbable championship run. They also talk free agency including Giannis to The Heat, Jaylen Brown to the 76ers and more. Finally, LeBron and Tyrese take questions from the fans!Thanks so much for watching Mind the Game this season. We'll be back later this year with Season 4 so be sure to scribe if you haven't. See you next season!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

David had a list from Sports Illustrated with 14 different teams that could win the Super Bowl, which the guys reacted to to begin the third hour. Then, Mike was informed of a different way to cook ribs called party ribs, which prompted a larger discussion about this before they speculated about LeBron's incoming free agency decision.

A woman is found at the bottom of a staircase in 1560. And the one person who benefits most from it is the Queen of England. This week I'm digging into one of the wildest what-ifs in Tudor history. Amy Robsart, wife of Robert Dudley, dies suddenly at Cumnor Place, right when the rumors were already swirling that Dudley meant to get rid of her so he could marry Elizabeth I. The obstacle is gone. The queen could have married the man she loved. And she said no anyway. I wanted to know what would have happened if she'd said yes. Turns out it touches everything, her entire approach to foreign policy, the Mary Queen of Scots plots, even whether she'd ever have had to sign that execution warrant. There's no clean answer here, and that's what makes it such a good one. Also, quick note, I've built an app called Tudor Scroll. Daily Tudor puzzle, all your favorite Tudor creators in one feed, and more. Android testers are in now (thank you all so much) and iPhone is about to go into final App Store testing. Want in early? Email heather@englandcast.com. Related episodes: Jill McCracken on her murder mystery podcast https://youtu.be/yplUI7pbEWY Janet Wertman on the woman who had Robert Dudley's baby: https://youtu.be/2UEyw4q_dto Tudor Times' Melita Thomas on Robert Dudley: https://youtu.be/Bot35V6CPCo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After learning today via Rich Paul that LeBron James has yet to make a decision and will continue to weigh his options, Crowder explains why he understands LeBron is taking this much time to announce his next team.

In hour one, what the heck is Crowder doing at MEAC Media Days? We won't be getting a LeBron decision today, and Rich Paul claims he hasn't made a decision yet. Mike Wallace pitches Golden State as the best landing spot for Bron.

In hour one, what the heck is Crowder doing at MEAC Media Days? We won't be getting a LeBron decision today, and Rich Paul claims he hasn't made a decision yet. Mike Wallace pitches Golden State as the best landing spot for Bron.

Hour 2 of BMitch & Finlay features the guys previewing the Commanders special teams unit, discussing the layoffs at ESPN, and wondering what is taking LeBron James so long to decide a new team.

Draymond Green reveals that Adam Silver is holding up the NBA schedule until LeBron picks a team, though Draymond warns the pressure might actually slow LeBron down rather than speed him up. Ken and Anthony riff on whether this is somehow a power move by LeBron before circling back to Rich Paul's comments about not overvaluing what looks good "on paper." The conversation shifts to why a return wouldn't match the emotional high of 2014, with Ken and Anthony agreeing it's simply impossible to recreate that moment no matter where he lands. They wrap by teasing the Browns' quarterback competition and a new report on Deshaun Watson.

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima express frustration over the three-week wait for LeBron James' decision, questioning if Cleveland is being used as leverage. They analyze the Guardians' recent offensive surge and debate the polarizing dynamic between Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders. The discussion concludes with a look at modern athlete branding and reports of media changes at ESPN. 02:20 - LeBron Decision Delay Fallout 09:20 - Cleveland Legacy vs. Philly 13:45 - Guardians Home Run Surge 19:45 - Is Cleveland a Fallback? 27:55 - Retirement and Legacy Regrets 34:15 - Deshaun Watson vs. Sanders 38:15 - Modern Fanbase Branding Issues 41:40 - Karl Raveich ESPN Rumors

The Nationals have had a plan in place to build things the way they see fit. Is their success this season throwing a wrench into their plan? What will they do at the trade deadline?

Hour 2 of Scotty G. & The Coach with Scott Garrard and Tim LaComb. LeBron James' agent Rich Paul sends clear message to frustrated fans over the Decision 4.0 G, B, & U: Red Sox halt Orioles' win streak, extend their own to 14 Bill Armstrong, General Manager for the Utah Mammoth