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In this episode: Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson reveals that he had a health scare earlier this year, News regarding absent WWE stars including Randy Orton as SummerSlam approaches, and Rey Mysterio almost retired from wrestling before his son Dominik debuted with WWEKerr County Flood Relief Fund: https://cftexashillcountry.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/create/fund?funit_id=4201Support Katie: https://gofund.me/cb2cdcb5Support Eastern Kentucky: https://secure.kentucky.gov/formservices/Finance/emergencyrelief/American Red Cross: https://www.redcross.org/donate/cm/wlky32-pub.html/The Dream Center: https://www.ekdc.info/donateKCTCS Disaster Relief: https://kctcs.edu/disasterrelief.aspxUniversity of Kentucky Flood Relief: https://philanthropy.uky.edu/kentuckyfloodreliefIf you like what you hear on the podcast, consider helping me out a little bit financially at: https://www.patreon.com/jamminjon

Saturday marks the final game of the 2026 season for the United Football League. The UFL’s United Bowl III kicks off at 2PM CDT Saturday on ABC. Spring professional football’s championship game will take place in Washington, DC at Audi Stadium.  The hometown DC Defenders (7-4) defend their 2025 UFL title against the upstart expansion Louisville Kings (also 7-4). Abundant sunshine and a steamy 90 degrees will greet the players and fans at Saturday’s championship game to end the UFL’s third season. There will likely be a good crowd of more than 15,000 in the stands (the stadium holds 20,000) and a television audience of more than 1 million watching on ABC. At some point soon, the UFL owners will meet to review the season and make decisions about the future. Let’s give a preview of what I think that meeting will entail. A review of the 2026 UFL season – the OK, the “Meh”, and the downright ugly The third year for any new business should show its owners that the venture is making positive strides.  If the business is not already profitable, the annual losses should be getting smaller by the year as the business gains favor with the buying public. For the UFL, those primary measures are home team attendance (and revenues) and national television ratings. Let’s start with the Ugly. Home attendance dropped again in 2026 Each of the eight UFL teams played five home games in the 10-game regular season. The St. Louis Battlehawks (playing in a 60,000 domed football stadium) drew more than 23,000 per game to lead the UFL in home attendance once again in 2026.  Despite the positive attendance, the cost for the lease at the Dome at America’s Center (formerly known as the Edward Jones Dome) in St. Louis is also likely the highest paid by the UFL. The expansion Louisville Kings came in second with more than 11,000 fans per home opener. Another expansion franchise, the Columbus Aviators finished third with 10,362 paying customers per home game in 2026. The other five UFL franchises failed to average 10,000 fans per game with the two Texas teams (Dallas and Houston) coming in last with 6,185 and 5,683 per game respectively. Birmingham (which plays in UAB’s home football stadium) and St. Louis played their home games in traditional football stadiums. The other six UFL franchises played the 2026 season in smaller soccer venues.  Lease costs for these soccer stadiums are lower than the cost of most traditional football stadiums.  Home television viewers are less likely to be turned-off by seeing small crowds if played in a 20,000 seat soccer stadium. The UFL home team attendance figures have declined in each of the league’s three seasons. The 2024 season produced an average of 12,800 fans. In 2025, the UFL dropped to 12,168 per game. This year’s 10,500 average marked a 14% decline from 2025. Ouch. It means that the public (even with affordable ticket prices of $20-30 available) simply is not very excited about the UFL’s on-field product. Now for the “Meh” – Television ratings in 2026 were relatively flat vs. 2025 I remember reading an article a few years ago which claimed that the UFL needed to draw more than one million television viewers per game in order to have a chance to turn a profit. Well, that didn’t happen again this year, either. The Friday night prime time game on FOX produced consistent numbers. The ratings showed a reliable audience of 600-700,000 viewers on Friday nights during the 7PM to 10PM Central time period. That may sound good until you know the rest of the story.  The FOX Friday night audience for UFL games was mired in last place all season when compared to programming on competitors CBS, NBC, and ABC. FOX Sports (a part-owner of the UFL) cannot be pleased with their investment after three seasons. Ditto for Disney’s ESPN brand. The sports giant also owns a piece of the UFL.  They televised one or more weekly UFL games via ESPN and/or corporate affiliate, ABC. The 2026 ratings for the Saturday and Sunday UFL games on ABC continue to show the highest viewership.  At least four regular season games on ABC topped the one million mark during the first nine weeks of the UFL season. That meant only 11% of the first nine weeks of UFL games in 2026 produced a television audience of one million or more. If the league’s original goal was to reach one million viewers per televised game, the UFL continues to fall woefully short of that target. The “OK” – the spring football league continues to innovate and try harder UFL ownership includes the aforementioned FOX Sports and ESPN along with Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, his ex-wife Dany Garcia, Redbird Capital Partners, and billionaire Mike Repole. Repole bought his way into the UFL following the 2025 season.  His ownership percentage and who he purchased it from have yet to be disclosed. It has been new owner Mike Repole who pushed to move UFL teams into smaller soccer venues in 2026. He also gave the green light to relocate UFL franchises away from San Antonio, Memphis, and Detroit in favor of Columbus (OH), Louisville, and Orlando for this season. Those three non-NFL cities produced slightly improved attendance figures and saved money with significantly lower lease costs.  However, none of the three teams turned a profit based on their gate receipts. Despite his personal energy, Mike Repole’s promotional skills and tinkering with the UFL simply hasn’t paid off.  League attendance went down in 2026 while television ratings were flat. The effort is commendable. The UFL’s massive annual losses, though, continue. What should the UFL owners do at their next meeting following the 2026 season? Let’s make an assumption that the UFL loses (just my guess here) $50 million in 2026.  That would mark the third consecutive year of significant losses for the latest spring football experiment. Non-corporate UFL owners such as Dwayne Johnson and his ex-wife, Dany Garcia, should be ready to exit as owners by now. They cannot be pleased with losing millions of their own money every year.  The cash losses by the UFL show no sign of abatement should the league continue into 2027.  Johnson and Garcia lost big bucks with the XFL, too.  They have now been losing even more money with the UFL for three seasons. Why should they stick around? Redbird Capital Partners might fly away at the next owner’s meeting, too. The private equity investor claims over $10 billion in managed assets.  Redbird’s website currently displays the UFL as one of 36 different major investments for the company.  The UFL’s continuing annual losses are a negative.  Don’t be surprised if they, too, wish to move on at the next UFL owners meeting. FOX Sports may have a different perspective on the UFL. The NFL on FOX could end within the next five years at the end of the network’s latest contract. FOX Sports could, perhaps, envision the UFL becoming a potential future fall competitor for the NFL.  The fledgling American Football League of the 1960’s did it.  However, it took ten years for the NFL to eventually gobble-up their competitor. Let’s say that I’m wrong about FOX Sports’ long-term thinking on the UFL.  They really don’t need the UFL for programming and might be ready to pull the plug at the next owners meeting. How are ESPN and ABC feeling about the UFL right now? Mounting annual losses by the UFL are (effectively) petty cash for Disney.  The current spring positioning of the UFL season fills a major weekend programming need for ESPN and ABC.  There aren’t a lot of major sports events available to fill air time on ESPN from April through June. An important item to remember is that the NFL sold its NFL Network to ESPN earlier in 2026 in return for a 10% ownership stake in ESPN.  ESPN and ABC must now seriously consider doing whatever the NFL wants with respect to the UFL.  They could vote to stick with the UFL or decide to shut it down for good this summer. That leaves the enthusiastic billionaire UFL investor Mike Repole. Repole jumped into the UFL dumpster fire with both feet last year.  Most billionaires get rich by being very shrewd in business. I suspect that Mike Repole (if he sticks around for another year or more) sees the UFL eventually becoming a partner with the NFL down the road.  He appears to be a risk-taker willing to swing for the fences. Should the NFL ever decide to invest in the UFL as a spring football partner, Mike Repole’s investment gamble could pay off handsomely. Than again, the NFL has plenty of its own billionaire owners, too.  Their luxury cruise liner isn’t likely to throw a life preserver to Mike Repole or any of his other UFL ownership partners anytime soon. The UFL’s third year financial condition reminds me of a 1977 Harry Chapin song. “The Dance Band on the Titanic” featured some rather clever lyrics and an upbeat melody.  In the musical version, the ship’s band was trying to create a musical diversion just as the massive boat began to sink. One line of the song says,“The iceberg’s on the starboard bow – Won’t you dance with me?” This next meeting of the UFL owners is likely to be a dandy. 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Donny Deutsch breaks down the biggest brand winners and losers shaping culture right now in this week's Brands of the Week episode of On Brand with Donny Deutsch — the podcast where everything is a brand. This week Donny covers: college tuition hitting $100,000 at Duke, Georgetown, and Wash U — and what it means for the value of a college degree in the age of AI and trade careers. Amazon dethrones Walmart on the Fortune 500 after 13 years, signaling the definitive rise of e-commerce over brick-and-mortar retail. AI kills the cover letter — Wharton research confirms AI-generated applications have made cover letters meaningless for hiring managers. Clint Eastwood retires at 96 — a look back at one of Hollywood's greatest directing and acting legacies. Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson's Papatui cologne launches at Target — is a $40 celebrity fragrance a brand win or a miss? Harry Styles gives away free concert tickets to fans who volunteer through nonprofits on his Love on Tour residency. Acadia National Park tops Yellowstone and the Grand Canyon as America's best national park. Gen Z and pet ownership — why younger generations are spending big on pet care and treating pets as primary emotional relationships. Costco gas stations hit record demand as national gas prices surge past $4 a gallon. Hollywood popcorn buckets become the hottest collectible in pop culture marketing — The Devil Wears Prada 2 and Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey buckets are selling out and reselling for $250 on eBay. Taylor Swift drops a new song for Toy Story 5 — and breaks Apple Music and Spotify records within 24 hours. Caitlin Clark faces an unfair double standard as media scrutinizes her competitive sideline behavior — the same behavior celebrated in Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant. Zebra striping — the new drinking trend of alternating alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages driving a 22% surge in NA beverage sales. Victoria's Secret stock surges 44% as CEO Hillary Super leads a brand comeback by leaning back into the brand's identity. And the sleep divorce trend — why 1 in 3 Americans are sleeping in separate beds and what it means for the mattress industry. On Brand with Donny Deutsch drops new interviews every Thursday and Brands of the Week every week. Subscribe, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Episode 662, Heidi shares the subtle habit that was quietly draining her energy — even on days full of things she actually loved. The words “I have to.”She noticed herself saying “I have to go to this client appointment,” “I have to record my podcast,” “I have to walk the dogs”… and each time her shoulders tensed and her mood dropped just a little. The moment she flipped it to “I get to,” everything shifted. Same tasks, completely different energy.This simple 3-word swap turns obligation into gratitude, pressure into presence, and quietly trains your brain to experience life as a series of privileges instead of chores. Heidi walks you through how she caught herself in the moment, the immediate body-mind difference she felt, and how the shift has created real momentum in her days.Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson uses the exact same reframe — and now you can too.

Be delusional. Be Different.A narrative on chasing your dreams and embracing your uniqueness.Featuring dialogue from Steve Harvey, Kanye West (YE), Will Smith, Gary Vee, Greg Plitt, Damii, Good Will Hunting, DeWayne (Dry Creek Wrangler School), Robert Greene, Joe Rogan, Jordan Peterson, Chazz Palminteri, Christian McCaffrey, Steve Jobs, Will.i.am, Jim Rohn, Mike Tyson, Busta Rhymes, Alex Hormozi, Chris Williamson, Draymond Green, David Goggins, Tiger Woods, Nick Saban, Morgan Freeman, Conor McGregor, Kevin Garnett, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Andy Frisella, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, Virgil Abloh, Pharrell Williams, Brian Tracy, Michael Jordan, Mel Robbins, Tyrese Gibson, Tom Platz, Earl Nightingale, Luke Belmar, Shannon Sharpe, John Maxwell, Denzel Washington, Lex Fridman, and Lil Wayne.Instagram - @daily_motivationsorgFacebook- @daily_motivationsorg

On this episode of Black and Snerdy, Ode (⁠@thatsod.e⁠ / ⁠@thatsod_e⁠) and Mo "Kid" Licorish (⁠@licorishislegit⁠) break down the Netflix roast of Kevin Hart, diving into standout appearances from Usher, Pete Davidson, Chelsea Handler, and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, while unpacking why the lineup of comedians—including Shane Gillis, Jeff Ross, and Tony Hinchcliffe—sparked deeper conversations about race, comedy, and who gets to say what on stage. They question the lack of Black stand-up representation compared to figures like Katt Williams and Sheryl Underwood, react to Michael Che's viral take on how different communities approach roasting, and dissect why certain jokes—especially the George Floyd reference—landed as tone-deaf instead of funny.They then shift into a detailed review of Drake's Iceman album, comparing it to his earlier work and debating whether the project shows growth or creative stagnation. The discussion touches on Kendrick Lamar's lingering presence in Drake's lyrics, critiques of repetitive songwriting, and the broader issue of bloated album releases, with comparisons to The Mandalorian's decline and a “Temu album” critique that perfectly captures the project's inconsistency. Along the way, they also analyze Drake's use of Michael Jackson imagery in the album rollout and question whether the execution matches the ambition behind it.

This week on the Action Movie Guys Podcast, Alex and Nate dive back into Baywatch (2017), the big-screen action-comedy adaptation starring Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and Zac Efron. Packed with over-the-top humor, explosive action, and plenty of slow-motion beach running, does this reboot hold up better on rewatch—or should it have stayed in the water?The guys break down the comedy, the action, the cast chemistry, and whether Baywatch successfully updated the classic TV series for a new generation.

Elizabeth Pérez is a sports anchor for CNN en Español. Since joining CNN, Elizabeth Perez has covered a variety of sporting events: the 2012 Olympic Games in London, the 2011 Pan-American Guadalajara games from Mexico, and more recently the Churchill Downs 139th edition of the famous Kentucky Derby, the first and most important of the three races that make up the U.S. Triple Crown. She has also presented special shows: “Vive el Golf”, “Herencia Hispana”, the playoffs, “Resumen Navideño Deportivo”, and “Tras el Oro”, among others. Throughout her journalistic career she has covered major sporting events like NASCAR in Indianapolis, Indy300 at Homestead Speedway, Red Bull SoapBox Race in St. Louis, Air and Sea Show in Ft. Lauderdale and Smash Super Bowl Party for the NFL. She has Interviewed some of the most widely recognized personalities in sports, music and international art like: Keegan Bradely, Emerson Fitipaldi, Miguel Cabrera, Oscar de la Hoya, Udonis Haslem, Shaquille O'Neal, Juan Pablo Montoya, Carl Lewis, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, Oscar de la Renta, Shakira, Miguel Bose, Romero Britto, Jose Feliciano, John Leguizamo, David Bisbal, Daddy Yankee, Chayanne, Juanes, America Ferrera, Enrique Iglesias and Rosario Dawson, among others.Support the show

Rich ranks the NFL's most impactful offseason additions including CB Trent McDuffie to the Los Angeles Rams, WR Mike Evans to the San Francisco 49ers, RB Kenneth Walker to the Kansas City Chiefs, and more.   Comedian Jay Pharoah joins Rich in-studio to promote the new season of FOX's ‘The Quiz with Balls,' his LeBron James and Lakers fandom, and shows off his expert impressions including Kevin Hart, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, Stephen A. Smith, Jason Statham, Shaq, and Eddie Murphy.   Jets fan Rich reacts to New York giving RB Breece Hall a 3-year extension. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What does it take to earn a 5-star review these days? Apparently, saving a man's life still isn't enough.In this episode of The Treehouse Show, we break down the viral story of a doctor who received a FOUR-star review from a patient who openly admitted the doctor literally saved his life. We try to figure out what could possibly have been missing from the experience… complimentary mints? A gift basket? Better WiFi?We also cover celebrity birthdays, which somehow leads to a debate over the best movies starring Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson — from massive action blockbusters to underrated guilty pleasures.Plus in today's weird news roundup:What Does It Take To Get 5 Stars?A reporter seriously asks the Department of Defense about “kamikaze dolphins”The bizarre history of military-trained sea animalsA Florida man busted smuggling 13 zip-tied iguanasWhy Florida continues to produce the weirdest headlines on EarthIf you love funny news stories, viral internet chaos, bizarre current events, celebrity debates, weird Florida news, and comedy podcasts that spiral into absolute nonsense, this episode is for you.The Treehouse Show is a comedy podcast covering trending news, pop culture, entertainment, viral stories, and the most ridiculous headlines on the internet.About the show:Leave your worries outside and join Dan O'Malley, Trey Trenholm, and their hilarious guests for laughs about funny news and viral stories with ridiculous commentary inside the Treehouse Show. 

The 2026 United Football League (UFL) spring football campaign passed the halfway point recently. Through six weeks of the league’s ten-game regular season, each UFL team is now on a similar path.  The eight spring football franchises are experiencing a decline in attendance at the midway point of the 2026 season. The UFL replaced teams in San Antonio, Detroit (Michigan Panthers), and Memphis this year. Those franchises were relocated to Louisville (Kings), Columbus (Aviators) and Orlando (Storm). A primary reason for leaving San Antonio, Detroit, and Memphis was that all three teams played in large traditional football stadiums.  Those facilities cost the UFL a lot of money to lease. Small crowds of 10,000 fans or less for games played in 50,000 seat facilities looked really bad on national television, too. This new trio of UFL teams is playing their home games in soccer stadiums with seating generally less than 20,000.  The optics showing a crowd of 10,000 inside of a smaller football venue looks more visually appealing to home television viewers. Let’s count that as a win for the UFL.  However… The average attendance for those three new UFL franchises isn’t exactly turning heads, either. Through game 6, the entire league is averaging a little bit more than 10,000 fans per football home game.  Half of the UFL franchises (Houston, Dallas, defending champion DC, and Orlando) still can’t pull more than 10,000 per outing to their games. St. Louis (which led the league in attendance in each of the UFL’s first two seasons) is averaging 25,700 per game to lead the league in 2026. Below is a chart showing the attendance for each UFL team through Game 6 last weekend. Ticket prices for UFL games across the league are relatively cheap You can buy a 20-yard line ticket to this Saturday night’s Birmingham Stallions home game against the Dallas Renegades for $15 and receive a free t-shirt, too! Let’s say that the average ticket price in Birmingham was $25.  If the Stallions attract a crowd of 15,000 to this Saturday night’s game, that translates into ticket revenue of $375,000 for the week. Over a five game home schedule, Birmingham would generate $1.85 million in ticket revenue. With a roster of 50 players making an average of $60,000 per season, the personnel cost for the Stallions is $3 million.  Let’s also estimate that total expenses for the Birmingham UFL franchise (lease payments, coaching salaries, travel, game day costs and administrative expenses) are (conservatively) another $3 million. Now, multiply that revenue shortfall by eight UFL franchises.  The numbers simply don’t work. What about the television ratings for the UFL? The television ratings for UFL games compared to the NFL are similar to upstart LIV Golf when compared to the PGA Tour. UFL spring football brings about 5% of the average number of weekly television viewers which the NFL attracts for its games in the fall. Television ratings in 2026 for the UFL have been difficult to quantify week-to-week.  In general, the four weekly televised games have settled into a predictable pattern. FOX (one of the minority owners of the UFL) is into Year #2 of providing a Friday night prime-time football game.  The six Friday night games in 2026 have averaged 638,000 viewers. For Friday, May 3, the UFL spring football game on FOX (which attracted 670,000 viewers) finished in dead last behind primary competitors CBS, ABC, and NBC. The CBS Friday night line-up averaged over 4 million viewers.  ABC attracted less than three million.  NBC (which featured horse racing from Churchill Downs) came in at less than 2 ½ million last Friday night. FOX cannot be pleased about getting curb-stomped in the TV ratings every Friday night for two straight years.  The network’s Friday night UFL spring football games have been unable to crack the one million viewer mark one single time in two years. A recent week of prime-time television ratings showed the FOX Friday Night UFL game finishing in 162nd place. In addition to trailing the four primary networks, the FOX Friday UFL game lagged behind top cable television offering on Fox News, ESPN, MSNow, TLC, HGTV, TBS, USA Network, Comedy Central, ESPN2, Food Network, Bravo, Hallmark, CNN, Discovery, History, and A&E. That stinks. ABC’s Saturday afternoon UFL games have shown the strongest viewer interest.  Last week’s Dallas Renegades at DC Defenders drew the league’s highest television audience of the season as 1,050,000 watched the game on Saturday afternoon, May 2. The television networks need the UFL to consistently attract more than one million weekly viewers Advertisers want their product to be seen by the greatest number of people in their desired demographic.  Football traditionally delivers a predominantly male buying audience and is highly coveted by certain advertisers. UFL games are shown on the “big” networks like ABC, FOX, and ESPN. That means that there are zero excuses why football fans are not finding and watching the games.  It is proof that most viewers simply aren’t interested in the product. Has the UFL been targeting the growing online gambling market to stay afloat? Like it or not, online sports gambling has been growing quickly.  Unfortunately, many college students are becoming increasingly involved with online gambling. The UFL football games (especially those shown every Friday night in the spring) represent “the only game in town” for some bettors seeking football-oriented gambling opportunities. It’s impossible to know whether the UFL or the owners of online gambling companies are actively pursuing younger audiences to wager on UFL spring football games. The lack of growth in the UFL’s television audience from year-to-year seems to indicate that the gambling factions are not having a sizable effect. Who is Mike Repole, and why has he become “Mr. UFL?” The first two seasons of the UFL were financially underwritten by an ownership team of FOX Sports (50%) along with wrestling/media star Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, his ex-wife Dani Garcia, ESPN, and RedBird Capital Partners. The original set of owners has lost tens of millions of their own money during the first two UFL seasons. Last summer, billionaire entrepreneur/promoter Mike Repole became a partner in the UFL, too. He purchased an undisclosed interest after the 2025 season ended. Repole quickly jumped-in trying to remake the league with several of his own ideas. The enthusiastic Mike Repole is about as subtle as the Kool-Aid guy bursting through the wall. He has already told Oklahoma City that they will be granted a UFL franchise in 2028 once the city’s new soccer stadium is completed.  Repole wants the spring football league to double in size to 16 teams within the next few years. It was Mike Repole’s idea to move three franchises to Columbus, Louisville, and Orlando this season.  He also spearheaded the UFL’s move into smaller soccer venues in 2026 to save cash and look better on television. The 57-year old Mike Repole has also jousted with fans of the 2024 UFL league champion Birmingham Stallions franchise, too.  He let it be known that the Alabama-based franchise would be moved if local supporters didn’t show significant improvements in game attendance this season. (Note – the Stallions are #2 in UFL average attendance entering Week #7) Yes, Mike Repole has been a virtual one-man crusader for the UFL over the past year. Try as he might, the vital signs for his beloved UFL in 2026 are still the same. The UFL remains on life support Only the deep pockets of the UFL’s investors has kept this patient from an expected death. Let’s forget about the size of the football stadiums.  When only 10,000 paying fans show up to watch any professional sport with massive fixed costs like football, the sports league is going to lose tons of money and eventually cease to exist. Perhaps the UFL has been hoping to attract some type of life preserver from the National Football League.  It’s not that the NFL couldn’t have invested in the UFL from Day 1, though. It simply chose not to.  The NFL has watched any number of spring pro football leagues come and go.  That’s because football fans aren’t interested in the product. The NFL wisely understood that they “own” the fall sports calendar. NFL franchise owners want football fans to be salivating in anticipation of the league’s return every year. Remember that the NFL has already been through this with the American Football League back in the 1960’s. Once the AFL achieved significant momentum with football fans and grew its television ratings, the NFL purchased their youthful competitor to end the challenge. The UFL’s presentation on the field and for home television has been exceptional.   Games (though still a bit too low-scoring for me) are often entertaining to watch. I will award the UFL an “A” for effort. This spring football league and several others have tried mightily to get their product to take root.  Football fans simply have not reciprocated with an endearing love for spring pro football. The UFL’s owners have every right to lose as much money as they desire hoping that their football league will eventually gain traction with the public. When and if that ever should happen, the NFL is likely to respond. The post UFL Midseason Report – Still on Shaky Ground appeared first on SwampSwamiSports.com.

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Turnbuckle Tavern is powered by G FUEL, the clean zero sugar zero crash energy formula that keeps you locked in for the main event. Save 20% with code TAVERN at GFUEL.com. Fuel up and keep it Tavern. Turnbuckle Tavern is also powered by the Official Dick Lazer, the ultimate gag gift with laser projections, flashlight, blacklight, and more. Head to DickLazers.com and use code TAVERN for 20% off. Keep it Tavern. Episode 183 breaks down a week where WWE's future started changing fast. The post WrestleMania 42 roster cuts hit every level of the company, with Kairi Sane, Aleister Black, Zelina Vega, Zoey Stark, Alba Fyre, Nikki Cross, Joe Gacy, Bo Dallas, Dexter Lumis, Erik Rowan, Apollo Crews, Santos Escobar, the Motor City Machine Guns, Tyra Mae Steele, and several NXT prospects all gone. Kairi Sane's release is the hardest one to explain. She was active on television, coming off a singles win over IYO SKY on the April 13 Raw, and appeared to be headed toward a bigger story with Asuka. IYO SKY called the timing unexpected, Bayley said she was struggling to process it, and Kairi thanked fans while saying she would "set sail… in my own time." Aleister Black's exit raises similar questions after wins over Randy Orton, Sami Zayn, and Matt Cardona. These did not feel like talents being phased out creatively. They felt like cuts made while stories were still moving. The Wyatt Sicks were also wiped out, with Nikki Cross, Joe Gacy, Dexter Lumis, Erik Rowan, and Bo Dallas all released. Nikki Cross later called her time as Abby the Witch "the honour of a lifetime," tying the group back to Bray Wyatt, Brodie Lee, the Windham family, the Huber family, and the Fireflies who kept that world alive. The locker room reaction showed how heavy the day was. Alexa Bliss honored Nikki Cross and the Wyatt Sicks. Rhea Ripley called it a sad day. Chelsea Green and Piper Niven praised Alba Fyre. Asuka, Bayley, and IYO SKY supported Kairi Sane. Nathan Frazer gave a heartfelt tribute to Alex Shelley and Chris Sabin, crediting the Motor City Machine Guns for helping him during his first year on the main roster. At the same time, WWE is pushing new names forward. Ricky Saints is set for his SmackDown debut next week in Tulsa after one final NXT match against Shiloh Hill. Ethan Page and Sol Ruca already arrived on Raw, while Joe Hendry is set for his official Raw debut with a concert. SmackDown also got a jolt from Fatal Attraction, as Jacy Jayne, Fallon Henley, and Lainey Reid attacked Paige, Brie Bella, Alexa Bliss, Charlotte Flair, and Rhea Ripley. Blake Monroe is also headed to the blue brand after a vignette for "The Glamour," bringing her résumé as Mariah May, Owen Hart Cup winner, former AEW Women's World Champion, and former NXT Women's North American Champion with her. Cody Rhodes used SmackDown to send a pointed message beyond Randy Orton. Still showing the effects of Orton's punt, Cody called out the "outside forces" affecting his WrestleMania path, saying they are "0-3" and telling them to send their best or stay out of his business. The line appears aimed at TKO influence and connects to past WrestleMania shifts involving Roman Reigns, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, and John Cena. Tiffany Stratton also turned a missed WrestleMania into momentum, defeating Giulia to win the WWE Women's United States Championship. The win ended Giulia's 112 day reign and gave Stratton her third singles title in WWE. In her interview with Joey Karni, Stratton said missing WrestleMania gave her a chip on her shoulder, and she is determined to make sure it never happens again. Outside WWE, Lucha Underground suddenly resurfaced after years of silence with a "¿Más?" teaser and the caption "soon." Taya Valkyrie, Willie Mack, Ivelisse, Vinnie Massaro, The Butcher, AJ Francis, Shelly Martinez, Chelsea Green, and Brian Cage all reacted, with speculation already pointing to anything from a YouTube library rollout to something bigger. AAA is also teasing a shift of its own. Marisela Peña Roldán confirmed that a new general manager will be revealed on May 23 in Mexico City after Dorian Roldán asked for the role. She made it clear that nothing in AAA will remain the same once the new GM is announced. Episode 183 is about transition everywhere. WWE is cutting major names while elevating new ones. Cody Rhodes is calling out the power above the ring. Tiffany Stratton is forcing her way back into focus. Lucha Underground is stirring again. AAA is preparing a reset. The whole landscape feels like it is moving at once. Be sure to support the show and follow us @TurnbuckleTavern. Until next week, stay out of the alley and away from the pork and beans. Good luck and good speed.

Had the pleasure of speaking with former WWF talent Tom Brandi! On episode 290, we discussed going to matches growing up, deciding to become a pro wrestler, training, his WWF run, working with a young Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, helping the youth, and more. My deals and discounts: Old Glory (15% Off)

Josh and Aaron Sarnecky are here to celebrate Hannah Montana for its 20th anniversary, or Hannahversary, if you will.Hannah Montana is a musical teen sitcom created by Michael Poryes, Richard Correll, and Barry O'Brien. It debuted on Disney Channel on March 24, 2006. It ran for 98 episodes, ending on January 16, 2011. The series also spawned a concert movie and a feature film.The series follows ordinary teenager Miley Stewart (Miley Cyrus) who is also secretly pop star Hannah Montana. Managing her career is her father Robby Ray (Billy Ray Cyrus). Miley has an older brother, Jackson (Jason Earles), and her best friends are Lilly (Emily Osment) and Oliver (Mitchel Musso).Other characters include Rico (Moisés Arias), the young manager of Rico's Surf Shop, Hannah's ex-bodyguard Roxy Roker (Frances Callier), Hannah's rival Mikayla (Selena Gomez), Miley's deceased mother Susan (Brooke Shields), and her aunt Dolly (Dolly Parton).Hannah Montana attracted many special guests acting as themselves, like Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson in the show and Taylor Swift in the feature film. It crossed over with Disney shows like The Suite Life of Zack & Cody and That's So Raven. Disney released multiple albums for Hannah Montana. The show was nominated for four Primetime Emmys for Outstanding Children's Program. In 2026, a 20th anniversary special aired on Disney+.Aaron and Josh discuss their relationship with the series, the pilot, and the show's characters, humor, and music. They also talk about the anniversary special and Miley Cyrus' career.For more Disney Channel, you can listen to Josh and Aaron's podcast on The Luck of the Irish.Hannah Montana is streaming on Disney+

“I had to go through the fire to be exactly who I'm supposed to be.”- Trick Williams In this special pre-WrestleMania episode of The Pivot Podcast, WWE Superstar Trick Williams pulls up in his lemon pepper steppers showing out for Ryan, Channing and Fred in a powerful, wide-ranging conversation that goes far beyond the ring, giving a rare glimpse of the same flair and energy that has captivated million around the world. Trick shocks us all sharing a full circle moment, from when he was a young boy having a run-in with Fred to sitting across from him now and how that impacted him forever. He opens up about his journey from the football field—where he played under legendary coach Steve Spurrier—to finding his true calling in professional wrestling, and how that athletic foundation shaped his mindset and work ethic in WWE. Trick dives into the importance of bringing culture, authenticity, and charisma to sports entertainment, explaining how he's helping redefine what it means to be a modern superstar. He breaks down how his signature chant, “Whoop That Trick,” organically caught fire with fans and evolved into a full-blown WWE phenomenon—turning arenas electric, call-and-response moments that showcase his undeniable connection with the crowd. He even reflects on a surreal co-sign moment with Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson —an unforgettable stamp of respect that signaled Trick's arrival on the big stage. As he reflects on his upbringing and the deep influence of his family, especially his mother, Trick attributes his mom's strength and guidance key into molding him into the man he is today. The conversation also touches on love and partnership, as Trick shares insight into his relationship with his fiancée, who's also a wrestler, and how they balance ambition, support, and the grind of the business together. With WrestleMania this week, Trick speaks candidly about the biggest matches of his career ahead, the pressure, the opportunity, and the legacy he's determined to build. The true epitome of the word Pivot, Trick's compelling story is a lesson to all, that even when one door closes, never be afraid to kick another one down, because doing the unimaginable might end up being your true calling all along. Pivot Family, comment, like, hit the subscribe button, we enjoy hearing and learning from you- the good and the bad, we want to know! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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In early 2026, famed professional wrestling TV Producer and Director, David Sahadi released a memoir, "Backstage Pass: Tales From Beyond The Squared Circle". Join Celebrate Wrestling's Mike McGuire as he and David go through some stories from the book, relive some memories from some of David's work, and share some common bonds throughout their respective careers. Go behind the scenes as David tells his inspirational story of creativity, opportunity, and self-awareness. From working behind the scenes at one of the biggest TV networks in the United States, to shaping the visions that would make WWE the top wrestling company in the world, Sahadi's journey is full of wild encounters and even a trip to Regina, Saskatchewan! You'll also hear stories about The McMahon Family, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, Bret Hart, Kurt Angle, Jeff Jarrett, and MUCH more! This content also appears on the free Celebrate Wrestling Podcast Feed at celebratewrestling.com

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D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event takes place this August 14, 15, and 16 in Anaheim, California, just down the road from Disneyland. Today, Disney D23 announced ticket options for this event, including 1-day and 3-day options for the Anaheim Convention Center and Honda Center locations. D23 Gold Members can purchase tickets next week. Disney also announced details for D23 Day at Disneyland, D23 Night at Angel's Stadium, and other the Disney Legends Ceremony. This year's inductees include Bob Iger, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Anne Hathaway, Susan Egan, Jerry Bruckheimer, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, Kim Irvine, and more. Get ad-free episodes, bonus episodes, in-depth news analysis, and premium content at patreon.com/imaginationskyway. To plan a trip, be sure to work with KMV Travel.   Read Matt's Imagineering column in WDW Magazine.   Imagination Skyway is a Disney Parks and Imagineering podcast. Episodes explore attraction design, recap Disney news, and dive into the stories behind the magic, including interviews with Disney Imagineers, Disney Legends, and other Disney creators. Not affiliated with or endorsed by The Walt Disney Company. Disney is a trademark of The Walt Disney Company.   Tag me and join the conversation below. Instagram: www.instagram.com/imaginationskyway Facebook: www.facebook.com/imaginationskyway YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@imaginationskyway Email: matthew.krul@imaginationskyway.com  How to Support the Show Share the podcast with your friends Rate and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify Join our Patreon Group - https://www.patreon.com/imaginationskyway Enjoy the show!

Ah, yes.  Springtime means the return of your favorite eight United Football League (UFL) spring football teams for a third consecutive season. Except for the San Antonio Brahmas, Michigan Panthers, and Memphis Showboats, that is! Those three UFL teams were vaporized last summer to become a part of league history. The UFL moving trucks have been busy during the off-season United Football League team locations in San Antonio, Detroit, and Memphis were replaced with new franchises in the states of Florida, Ohio, and Kentucky. The Orlando Storm, Columbus Aviators, and Louisville Kings will join the Birmingham Stallions, DC Defenders, Houston Gamblers, and St. Louis Battlehawks in 2026. In addition, the former Arlington Renegades moved across town to morph into the Dallas Renegades.  But even the name “Dallas” is a bit misleading.  The Renegades will play this season in Toyota Stadium – a 24,000 seat soccer stadium in fast-growing Frisco.  That city is 25 miles north of downtown Dallas. The UFL has smartly downsized its stadiums and cut more costs this season. All eight UFL teams still practice at the same facility in Arlington, Texas on weekdays and then fly to play games on weekends in each team’s respective home market. All but two of the eight spring football franchises will play in smaller soccer venues beginning this season.  The new stadiums generally have a seating capacity of no more than 25,000. The Houston Gamblers vamoosed from the 40,000 seat football stadium at the University of Houston in favor of a more “right sized” environment at the downtown home of the Houston Dynamo soccer franchise. Wisely, the UFL owners have learned that the optics of showing thousands of empty seats on nationally televised football games is a very bad look for TV.  The high costs of leasing a traditional football stadium was another big factor in making that switch, too. The St. Louis Battlehawks (which led the UFL in home attendance with more than 30,000 fans per home game) will continue to play in the 60,000 seat Dome at America’s Center. Locally known as the “BattleDome”, the indoor football stadium was the former home of the NFL’s St. Louis Rams prior to the team moving to Los Angeles. Birmingham will continue to play in UAB’s state of the art 47,000 seat football stadium.  The league smartly cordoned off the upper deck last season, so the actual seating capacity for Stallions home games is about 25,000. When is the first UFL football game this year? The 2026 UFL season picked a bad time to get started (again).   This weekend’s season openers will have stiff competition from the men’s and women’s NCAA March Madness college basketball tournament. Game #1 of the new UFL season is this Friday night (March 27) at 7PM CDT on FOX. The Birmingham Stallions visit Kentucky to play in the first-ever home game for the Louisville Kings. Saturday, March 28 will feature an afternoon doubleheader.  The opening game will start at 11AM CDT on ESPN as 2025 champion DC Defenders invade the St. Louis Battlehawks.  The second game (3PM CDT on FOX) has the Houston Gamblers riding up I-45 to play their intrastate rival, the Dallas Renegades. Sunday’s final opening weekend game will pit two new entries taking the field for the first time. The Columbus Aviators take flight to central Florida to play the Orlando Storm at 7PM CDT on ESPN. The UFL added a giant source of cash as billionaire Mike Repole joined the ownership team Who is Mike Repole, you ask? If you have heard of beverage brands such as VitaminWater and BodyArmor, it was entrepreneur Mike Repole who built and sold those companies to Coca-Cola for a cool $12 billion. That means that the UFL just added another financial partner with deep pockets.  Mike Repole is about to learn that the UFL and every other prior spring football iteration has been a gigantic money pit. Last season’s UFL was owned by former WWE wrestling legend Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and his ex-wife Dany Garcia along with Fox Sports, Disney (ESPN), and private equity investor Redbird Capital Partners. The privately-held United Football League is not required to publish annual financial reports.  They are quite tight-lipped about the league’s finances. It’s not a secret that the UFL has posted annual losses into the tens of millions of dollars. A lot of cash is required to pay stadium leases, players, and other significant costs One source reported that Ford Field in Detroit (former home to the now-deceased Michigan Panthers franchise) cost the league $500,000 per home game. That’s a cool $2.5 million per season for just one stadium’s rental fees. Last year’s Michigan Panthers averaged less than 12,000 fans per home game.  Their average ticket price in 2025 was about $25.  That generated about $300,000 in ticket revenue per home game for a season-ending total of about $1.5 million. Ouch. But wait, there’s more. Each team had 45 active players on the roster in 2025.  The average salary per player was about $60,000.  That’s another $2.7 million per team – just for the player salaries. Coaches are another significant expense.  Even relatively unknown coaches will cost a UFL team about $1 million annually. Don’t forget the cost of insurance, transportation costs to and from the games, practice facilities, home office costs, and a lot more. Yes, the UFL is losing money with every game they play Television advertising is the largest revenue source for the UFL. However, the television ratings in 2025 dipped 20% below 2024’s mediocre numbers.  The UFL’s average weekly television audience last season was less than 800,000 viewers per game.  Even the league’s title game failed to attract more than one million television viewers. Until the UFL can capture and sustain at least one million television viewers per game, the league’s television revenues will be insufficient to cover the costs of operations. The UFL receives a set amount from its television partners (ESPN and FOX Sports).  In return, the networks pay for the production costs of each telecast.  They also retain the vast majority of the revenue generated from ads sold within each football game. The more home viewers tune-in to watch UFL games, the more money the networks will be able charge to advertisers.  The UFL must produce results for the networks this season.  It’s that simple. The UFL’s costs of operations seem relatively fixed.  The league can improve its financial picture by growing additional home stadium revenues (higher attendance and/or higher ticket prices).  Revenues from annual television fees will become more significant once home viewership grows by 50% over the puny 2025 TV ratings. That’s why new investor Mike Repole’s billion dollar checkbook is so important to the UFL this year. The other owners are, most likely, tapped-out. What’s new in the UFL for this season? Aside from my rather gloomy financial comments, the on-field product for the United Football League will feature some rather interesting innovations this spring. A 4-point field goal is coming! If your kicker can somehow clear the crossbar from 60 yards or more, a field goal will be worth four points in the UFL.  This new 4-point field goal option sounds good, until you realize that a missed attempt will hand the football over to the opposing team near midfield. Pass receivers need only one foot in-bounds for a legal catch! This is the same rule being used in college football.  The UFL felt like the NFL’s “both feet must be in bounds” rule was also a little bit dangerous for wide receivers. Another reason for the “one foot in-bounds” change by the UFL is get teams to score more points. The UFL has struggled with relatively low scoring games during its first two seasons.  Teams which first reach the 20 point mark generally win most UFL spring football games. No “tush push” in the UFL! This should have been outlawed by the NFL, too.  My personal thanks to the UFL for getting rid of this rather odd-looking and often dangerous play where the quarterback is shoved by his own players for a first down or into the end zone. No punts allowed from inside the 50-yard line This is yet another attempt to improve overall scoring in the UFL.  Today’s punters have become quite proficient at landing the football inside of the opponent’s ten yard line.  Statistically speaking, most offenses do not move the football 90 yards downfield for a touchdown or even a field goal after being pinned near their own goal line to start a drive. Summary: UFL televised games will be shown on FOX, FS1, ABC, ESPN, and ESPN2 again this season. There is a ten game regular season beginning this Friday, March 27 and ending on Sunday, May 31.  There are two semifinal playoff games on Sunday, June 7.  The league championship game will be played on Saturday, June 13 with kick-off at 2PM CDT on ABC. New UFL financial backer Mike Repole is pushing hard to make the spring football league more fan-friendly this season. He said, “The UFL exists to innovate.  If we’re not making the game more exciting and fan-focused, we’re not doing our job.” As usual, I will track the attendance at UFL home games in addition to the television ratings this season.  Both measures must improve by 15% or more, or you could be watching the final season of UFL spring football unfold over the next 2 ½ months. The post Ready or not, UFL Spring Football returns this Weekend appeared first on SwampSwamiSports.com.

In this episode, I discuss Tom Sharkey, a professional boxer and part-time wrestler, wrestling "Sailor" Tom Piening, a professional wrestler in February 1904. I also review The Smashing Machine starring Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson as Mark Kerr.

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The time has come to jump into some real shit, folks! Yes, literally. Yes, this episode deals with the scents of public restrooms, and religion as well. Classic combo. This episode deals with hearing issues and fitness as well, classic combo. This episode analyzes Mel Brooks and the Golden Gate Bridge historic nonsense, classic combo. This episode touches on hunters and gatherers and Dwayne The Rock Johnson and Jeopardy and Mormonism and human duality and device addiction and dangerous things we all must stop doing. Time to stream it like y'mean it! So clever. Leave a nice rating or review on iTunes or wherever you listen and have a fabulous life, good people. Logo art by Brandon Lai Music by Micah Julius Shoulder bruise by tetanus shot

In this "Best Of" edition of ‘Will Cain Country,' Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson sits down with Will over a bottle of tequila to discuss his life, career, and some of his most controversial moments. The Rock reflects on his brief foray into politics back in 2020, the early years of his wrestling career, his first time playing a villain in the ring, and much more.Later, WWE President Nick Khan joins Will and The Rock to shed some insight on the inner workings of the WWE. This episode originally aired on 4/5/2024 Subscribe to ‘Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch Will Cain Country!⁠⁠⁠ Follow ‘Will Cain Country' on X (⁠⁠⁠@willcainshow⁠⁠⁠), Instagram (⁠⁠⁠@willcainshow⁠⁠⁠), TikTok (⁠⁠⁠@willcainshow⁠⁠⁠), and Facebook (⁠⁠⁠@willcainnews⁠⁠⁠) Follow Will on X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@WillCain⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

EP:180 In this episode of Thrive Like a Parent, I sit down with my dear friend, mentor, and neighbor Amy Jo Martin — New York Times bestselling author, founder of Renegade Global, and host of the Why Not Now? podcast — for a powerful conversation about entrepreneurship, burnout recovery, nervous system regulation, motherhood, and how AI may actually improve our quality of life. We share the modern way we met — sliding into each other's DMs during our NICU seasons — and how that moment led to us living on the same street and working together inside her elite community of senior-level women, Renegade. I share my own Why Not Now? moment — the season when my husband Jonathan was struggling, I was overwhelmed by caregiving and motherhood, and I committed to 10,000 steps a day for three months, a simple decision that transformed my mental health, nervous system, and sense of self. Amy Jo then shares her defining Why Not Now? moment — breaking every corporate rule by taking an elevator ride to the Phoenix Suns locker room to teach Shaquille O'Neal how to tweet — launching her career in entrepreneurship, leadership, and global brand partnerships, including working with Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson. From there, we dive deep into: ▶ Burnout recovery & nervous system regulation ▶ The hidden cost of hustle culture ▶ Entrepreneurship, leadership & redefining success ▶ High performance without self-abandonment ▶ AI, mental health & quality of life ▶ Conscious productivity & emotional regulation ▶ Motherhood, identity shifts & life transitions   WHY YOU SHOULD WATCH   This episode is for you if: ✔ You're an entrepreneur, leader, or high achiever feeling burned out ✔ You're a parent overwhelmed by stress and mental load ✔ You're questioning hustle culture and craving balance ✔ You're curious (or uneasy) about AI and the future of work ✔ You want success without sacrificing mental health This conversation will give you language, clarity, and grounded tools to slow down, regulate your nervous system, and still honor your ambition.   CONNECT & RESOURCES Follow Brooke on Instagram: @brookeweinst Explore programs & resources: www.drbrookeweinstein.com Connect with Amy Jo Martin: amyjomartin.com Listen to the Why Not Now? Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0RbTVORGOUVIcw1ftMajwu?si=c8915a9a0d684b61   SUBSCRIBE + SUPPORT

In today's "Motivational Minute", leadership expert Jamy Bechler shares with us that Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson experienced some major setbacks early in his career but persevered to become the global icon he is today. The "Motivational Minute" is part of the Success is a Choice podcast network. It's a quick thought designed to help you inspire yourself and those around you.  - - - -  Each week, the Success is a Choice podcasting network brings you leadership expert Jamy Bechler and guest experts who provide valuable insights, tips, and guidance on how to maximize your potential, build a stronger culture, develop good leadership, create a healthy vision, optimize results, and inspire those around you. Please follow Jamy on Twitter @CoachBechler for positive insights and tips on leadership, success, culture, and teamwork. - - - -  If you like daily readers then you'll want to check out "Step by Step: 365 Daily Insights for Growth, Influence, and Success". This book is a great way to jump start each one of your days this year. Get your copy today at JamyBechler.com/shop This episode is made possible by MyPillow.com. Use promo code SUCCESS and save lots of money on almost all the My Pillow products including sheets, towels, coffee, energy drinks, slippers, bathrobes and of course, pilllows. Go to MyPillow.com/Success to start saving. Check out our weekly webinars for parents, coaches, students, and administrators at FreeLeadershipWorkshop.com. These sessions are free and cover a variety of topics. The Success is a Choice podcast network is made possible by TheLeadershipPlaybook.com. Great teams have great teammates and everyone can be a person of influence. Whether you're a coach, athletic director, or athlete, you can benefit from this program and now you can get 25% off the price when you use the coupon code CHOICE at checkout. Build a stronger culture today with better teammates and more positive leaders.  - - - -  Please consider rating the podcast with 5 stars and leaving a quick review on Apple podcasts. Ratings and reviews are the lifeblood of a podcast. This helps tremendously in bringing the podcast to the attention of others. Thanks again for listening and remember that "Success is a choice. What choice will you make today?" - - - -  Jamy Bechler is the author of 9 books including "The Captain" and "The Bus Trip", host of the "Success is a Choice Podcast", professional speaker, and trains organizations on creating championship cultures. He previously spent 20 years as a college basketball coach and administrator.  TheLeadershipPlaybook.com is Bechler's online program that helps athletes become better teammates and more positive leaders while strengthening a team's culture. As a certified John Maxwell leadership coach, Bechler has worked with businesses and teams, including the NBA. Follow him on Twitter at @CoachBechler. To connect with him via email or find out about his services, please contact speaking@CoachBechler.com. You can also subscribe to his insights on success and leadership by visiting JamyBechler.com/newsletter.

In the late 90s, wrestling ruled the world. Stone Cold Steve Austin was stunning, Dwayne the Rock Johnson was bottoming… Wait… Nowadays that might mean something else… And Diamond Dallas Page was cuttering. The Monday Wars were in full effect and WWE was arguably winning. WCW tried something new, something they hadn't done yet, a film - Ready to Rumble. Maybe it was because the heart and soul of TNT was Ted Turner and he had sold the company a few years prior to the start of the production. WCW had a bit of turmoil during pre-production - one of which was that the company's President and Executive Producer Eric Bischoff was fired. Maybe it was a bad omen - because this movie is… rough. Directed by Brian RobbinsWritten by Steven BrillProduced by Bobby Newmyer, Jeffrey SilverStarring David Arquette, Oliver Platt, Scott Caan, Bill Goldberg, Rose McGowan, Diamond Dallas Page, Joe Pantoliano, Martin LandauCinematography Clark MathisEdited by Ned BastilleMusic by George S. ClintonProduction companies, Bel Air Entertainment, Outlaw Productions, Tollin/Robbins ProductionsDistributed byWarner Bros.Release date April 7, 2000 (United States)Running time107 minutesBudget $24,000,000 (estimated)Gross US & Canada $12,394,327Opening weekend US & Canada$5,257,778Apr 9, 2000Gross worldwide$12,452,362

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In the movie 1973 film Walking Tall, Sheriff Buford Pusser is a heroic law enforcement officer in small-town Tennessee whose fight against the Dixie Mafia leads to an ambush and shooting that left his beloved wife Pauline dead. The movie and its sequels and remakes made Pusser, who died in a 1974 car crash, into a folk hero. Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson played him in the 2004 Walking Tall remake. The Pusser legend became a cottage industry for Adamsville, Tennessee, where the Buford Pusser Home and Museum is based. Mike Elam, a former law enforcement officer, started researching Pusser's life as a hobby back in the 1970s. Once the internet became an avenue for exploration, "I started a social media page and I was very much a fan of Buford Pusser at that time," Pusser tells Modern Law Library host Lee Rawles. "And it was one of those things where I got to researching it and learned far too much for my own liking, because I did not like the man I saw as opposed to the one that was in the movie." Elam's decades of research and interviews with people who had encountered Pusser led to a book, Buford Pusser: The Other Story. It also led to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigations reopening the case into Pauline Pusser's murder and exhuming her body. In 2025, they announced that the investigation revealed details that pointed to one suspect: Buford Pusser himself. In this episode, Elam discusses his long investigation, tips for other true crime citizen detectives, what he thinks now about the way Buford Pusser has been memorialized–and how he found the gun that killed Pauline.  Subscribe to Modern Law Library: https://play.megaphone.fm/93wtgxnatpsubsdxwklzwq Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey there, friends and foes! It is our first full length episode in over a year and this morning we are celebrating the Gen X Saturday morning with RoboForce: The Animated Series, and more!The animated series was produced by Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and is available to watch for free on TUBI!Also enjoying General Mills Cinnamon Toast Crunch Mexican Hot Chocolate cereal! We are back and you can support the show at www.patreon.com/cerealboxpodcast and find more great episodes at www.backofthecerealbox.fun!

In the movie 1973 film Walking Tall, Sheriff Buford Pusser is a heroic law enforcement officer in small-town Tennessee whose fight against the Dixie Mafia leads to an ambush and shooting that left his beloved wife Pauline dead. The movie and its sequels and remakes made Pusser, who died in a 1974 car crash, into a folk hero. Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson played him in the 2004 Walking Tall remake. The Pusser legend became a cottage industry for Adamsville, Tennessee, where the Buford Pusser Home and Museum is based. Mike Elam, a former law enforcement officer, started researching Pusser's life as a hobby back in the 1970s. Once the internet became an avenue for exploration, "I started a social media page and I was very much a fan of Buford Pusser at that time," Pusser tells Modern Law Library host Lee Rawles. "And it was one of those things where I got to researching it and learned far too much for my own liking, because I did not like the man I saw as opposed to the one that was in the movie." Elam's decades of research and interviews with people who had encountered Pusser led to a book, Buford Pusser: The Other Story. It also led to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigations reopening the case into Pauline Pusser's murder and exhuming her body. In 2025, they announced that the investigation revealed details that pointed to one suspect: Buford Pusser himself. In this episode, Elam discusses his long investigation, tips for other true crime citizen detectives, what he thinks now about the way Buford Pusser has been memorialized–and how he found the gun that killed Pauline.  

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We start things off with a rousing review of the movie The Smashing Machine starring Dwayne The Rock Johnson. After that, we settle in for an in-depth discussion about the importance of reading challenging books.  You can follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter @dpwpodcast You can check out Caleb's work at www.calebjamesk.com. 

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We are taking a look at everything we missed over the break including Adam Sandler's Whole Lotta Love for Sammy Hagar, Ozzy Suicide Pacts, Bret Michaels news, Corey Feldman's doc drama with sexual abuse allegations against Corey Haim, Major things happening with Jelly Roll and the biggest flops of last year.MUSICSammy Hagar, Mick Fleetwood and Duff McKagan performed on New Year's Eve in Maui at a benefit for the Maui Health Foundation. Among those on hand was actor Adam Sandler, who helped Hagar sing Led Zeppelin's “Whole Lotta Love.” Hagar and Fleetwood posted highlights on Instagram. Hagar also posted a New Year message in which he says he'll do “more of the same” in 2026. https://www.youtube.com/shorts/tTWgVVuLyBA · Sharon Osbourne Explained Why She Didn't Follow Through with Her and Ozzy's Suicide PactSharon Osbourne credits her kids for keeping her alive. She previously made headlines for revealing in a 2007 memoir that she and Ozzy had an assisted suicide pact should either of them get dementia.Sharon didn't follow through with that pact, because of her kids. She said if it weren't for them, she'd have gone with Ozzy because she's done everything she's wanted to do in this life.She added, quote, "Years ago, when I had one of my mental breakdowns, I went into a little facility to help with my head. There were two girls over there. They didn't know each other, but they were in there, each [of their] mothers had committed suicide. "I saw the state that these two young women were in and what it had done to their lives, and I thought, I will never, ever, ever do that to my kids." Bret Michaels Fans, Get Ready: A Biopic and Book Are Dropping in 2026If you've been waiting for a deep dive into the life of Poison's frontman, mark your calendars. Bret Michaels has officially announced that he is releasing both a biopic and a new book in 2026. Jelly Roll Says His Weight Loss Helped Him See in Color AgainJelly Roll sat down with Joe Rogan recently and had a wild story to share. He told Joe that for over twenty years, he was colorblind. Here's what Jelly said, "I [could] see shades of colors. General concepts. I never realized there was nuances and prettiness." https://www.eonline.com/news/1426170/jelly-roll-on-200-lb-weight-loss TVMajor Shakeup: The Oscars Are Leaving ABC for YouTubeGet ready for a massive change in how we watch the Academy Awards. In a move that is sending shockwaves through Hollywood, the Academy has announced that the Oscars will be leaving ABC—their home since 1976—and moving exclusively to YouTube. Like Mother, Like Son: Judge Judy's Son Lands His Own Courtroom ShowJudge Judy Sheindlin (SHINED-LIN) is officially passing the gavel to the next generation. Her son, Adam Levy, is set to star in his very own courtroom series called Adam's Law. MOVING ON INTO MOVIE NEWS:Over the break, we found out that a new documentary about Corey Feldman is coming out. And in this doc there were allegations about Corey Haim, his costar in Lost Boys molested him while filming. Then a week later, he is now denying those claims. https://pagesix.com/2025/12/20/celebrity-news/corey-feldman-walks-back-claim-that-corey-haim-molested-him/ · Mickey Rourke has turned to a GoFundMe campaign to help stave off eviction from his Los Angeles home after falling nearly $60,000 behind on rent, People magazine reports. https://people.com/mickey-rourke-using-gofundme-prevent-eviction-after-falling-nearly-usd60k-behind-rent-11878821?· Wild New Lawsuit Allegation: Is Riley Keough the Biological Mother of John Travolta's Son?Okay, there is some truly bizarre legal drama unfolding involving the Presley family and John Travolta. A new lawsuit has dropped a massive bombshell, alleging that Riley Keough is actually the biological mother of John Travolta and Kelly Preston's youngest son, Ben. AND FINALLYHollywood's Biggest Faceplants: The 10 Most Disappointing Flops of 20252025 had its hits, but let's be honest—it was also a year where some massive blockbusters crashed and burned. From superhero fatigue to Oscar-bait that nobody bit on, here's a look at the ten movies that just couldn't get audiences into seats this year. 1. Thunderboltsa. Marvel is definitely feeling the pain. While this movie made nearly $400 million, that's peanuts compared to the glory days of Avengers: Endgame. It suffered from the same problem as Captain America: Brave New World: it just felt like reheated leftovers from a saga that ended years ago. Aside from Superman, it looks like superhero fatigue has officially set in. 1. Snow Whitea. This was the exception to the rule that Disney remakes print money. It didn't even make back its budget. The movie had an identity crisis—trying to be both a classic recreation and a subversive twist—but the real killer was the PR nightmare. Between the casting controversies and political debates, the movie was "covered in mud" before it even hit theaters. 1. Mickey 17a. Everyone was dying to see what director Bong Joon Ho would do after Parasite. The problem? We waited too long. After endless delays, the hype died. When it finally dropped in February, reviews called it "toothless" and confused. Even Robert Pattinson couldn't save this sci-fi epic from being a disappointment. 1. After the Hunta. You'd think Julia Roberts and the director of Call Me by Your Name would be a slam dunk. Nope. It made less than $10 million globally (which is like, half of Roberts' salary). The movie was too long, too rambling, and felt more like a streaming series than a cinema event. 1. Christya. Sydney Sweeney is everywhere, but apparently, that doesn't guarantee box office sales. Her boxing biopic had one of the worst opening weekends ever for a wide release. It seems social media fame doesn't always translate to ticket sales. Sweeney defended it, saying she made it for "impact," not numbers, which is good, because the numbers were bad. 1. I Know What You Did Last Summera. Studios thought they could pull a Scream with this 90s revival. The issue? People actually love Scream. Nobody really cares about "The Fisherman" or the original 1997 film enough to show up for a legacy sequel. 1. Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowherea. Jeremy Allen White played The Boss, but audiences didn't show up. Why? Because the movie focused on a depressing, quiet period of Bruce Springsteen's life where he moped around a bedroom recording acoustic tracks. People wanted the stadium anthems and energy, not the gloom. 1. Elio a. Pixar had a huge win with Inside Out 2, but Elio brought them back down to earth. The original director left mid-production, and the final product felt like a movie with no reason to exist. It was hard to explain the plot, and audiences just didn't connect with the aliens. 1. M3GAN 2.0a. The first M3GAN was a viral hit because it was campy, slasher fun. The sequel failed because it tried to pivot into a sprawling, geopolitical action thriller. The producers admitted they overthought it—they should have just given the people more of the killer doll they loved. 1. The Smashing Machinea. Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson really wants an Oscar. He teamed up with Emily Blunt and an indie director for this gritty MMA drama. But here's the thing: nobody goes to a Rock movie to be depressed. It was a bleak story about addiction, and audiences preferred to stay home. 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Jordana and Jared kick off this Friday Feels episode by sharing their love for Thanksgiving, recalling quirky family traditions, and how holidays should be spent by the beach! They are debating whether being exclusive is really different from being boyfriend and girlfriend and sharing the hilarious pitfalls of modern relationships. They give advice on confronting ghosters, teasing listeners about age quirks, and imagining ultimate revenge scenarios, like introducing “my husband, Dwayne the Rock Johnson.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on The Nikki & Brie Show, the twins are joined by one of their dearest friends and wrestling sisters—Nattie Neidhart—to celebrate the release of her deeply personal and inspiring memoir The Last Hart Beating. From the emotional moment she woke up on launch day to already seeing amazing reviews from top book critics, Nattie reflects on the joy, nerves, and ultimate healing that have come with telling her story for the first time on her own terms.In a conversation full of heart and history, the trio opens up about legacy, vulnerability, and the power of writing through pain. Nattie shares how she used messages from her wrestling sisters to stay grounded throughout the writing process, and how The Rock came to write the foreword after asking her one simple but powerful question: “What does legacy mean to you?” From childhood memories to overcoming doubt, from Total Divas mischief to raw, real reflections—Nattie gets honest about family, fame, and finding herself beyond the ring.With every chapter of her life, Nattie proves she's not just surviving—she's thriving. Whether you're a longtime fan or a new listener, you'll find wisdom and encouragement in her story. As Nattie says, “Why not me?” is a mantra we all deserve to live by. Grab your copy of The Last Hart Beating, available now wherever you get your books, and press play on this episode to hear what it means to turn pain into purpose. Call Nikki & Brie at 833-GARCIA2 and leave a voicemail! Follow Nikki & Brie on Instagram, follow the show on Instagram and TikTok and send Nikki & Brie a message on Threads! Follow Bonita Bonita on Instagram Book a reservation at the Bonita Bonita Speakeasy To watch exclusive videos of this week's episode, follow The Nikki & Brie Show on YouTube, Facebook, and TikTok! You can also catch The Nikki & Brie Show on SiriusXM Stars 109! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dwayne “the Rock” Johnson's new movie, “The Smashing Machine,” sends him back to his natural habitat: the ring. But for the first time ever, Johnson finds himself in a role that grapples with what it means to move through the world in a body like his.Wesley talks to Sam Anderson, who recently spent a day with Johnson for a Times Magazine profile. They think about the line between artifice and reality — in Johnson's performance, and in Sam's effort to get to know one of the most famous people on earth. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast app here https://www.nytimes.com/activate-access/audio?source=podcatcher.

The Rich Zeoli- Hour 3: 5:05pm- Judge Pat Dugan—Republican Candidate for District Attorney of Philadelphia—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss his campaign as well as his pledge to review the Ellen Greenberg case. He explains, “the only way we are going to make our city safer is if we say goodbye to Larry Krasner. Send him back to San Francisco.” To learn more about his campaign, visit: https://www.judgeduganforda.com. 5:20pm- Democrats and media members are apoplectic over the Trump administration's decision to construct a grand ballroom at the White House—expanding the residence's East Wing. President Trump has insisted construction will be privately funded, at no expense to the taxpayer. Sen. Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) implored future presidents to rename the ballroom after Barack Obama. Meanwhile, a former Congressman said that the next Democrat to hold the presidency should demolish the renovation! 5:30pm- While speaking with a BBC reporter, Kamala Harris said she won't rule out running for president again. Hilariously, the reporter notes that oddsmakers currently think actor/wrestler Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson has a better chance of being president than she does! 5:40pm- While appearing on an NBA podcast, Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-CA) complained about his tough childhood—eating nothing by white bread and Kraft macaroni and cheese. But his father was a wealthy attorney for Getty Oil! Is this proof Newsom will say literally anything? 5:50pm- Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson freaked out after a reporter who used the term “illegal aliens” during a recent press conference. No wonder his approval rating is 6%. 5:55pm- Did Gov. JB Pritzker (D-IL) just say something nice about President Donald Trump??? Sort of.

The Rich Zeoli Show- Full Show (10/27/2025): 3:05pm- While aboard Air Force One, President Donald Trump was asked if he would consider running for Vice President—with his running mate ultimately stepping aside, allowing him to serve a third term. Trump rejected the idea. The reporter's question was a misread of the 12th Amendment which states: “no person constitutionally ineligible to the office of President shall be eligible to that of Vice-President of the United States.” 3:15pm- While speaking at a rally for Zohran Mamdani, Gov. Kathy Hochul (D-NY) said “I hear you” as the crowd chanted “tax the rich.” But following the rally, Hochul claimed she heard the crowd screaming “let's go Bills.” What!? New York City doesn't even root for the Bills! 3:40pm- New York City Mayoral Andrew Cuomo told a reporter that Zohran Mamdani is not a Democrat—he's a socialist! 3:50pm- Rep. Alexandria Ocasio Cortez told a crowd of Zohran Mamdani supporters and socialists that “we are not the crazy ones…we are sane!” Sure! Whatever you say… 3:55pm- NBC10 reporter Lauren Mayk confronted Mikie Sherrill over her outlandish claim that Jack Ciattarelli is responsible for the deaths of “tens of thousands of people” for being tangentially involved in marketing for pharmaceutical companies. Ciarrarelli's campaign has threatened to sue Sherrill over the baseless allegations. 4:05pm- Maria Battista—Republican Candidate for Pennsylvania Superior Court—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss her campaign. Battista “has more than 15 years of legal experience in civil, criminal, and administrative law and is a former Assistant District Attorney.” Plus, she discusses earning Scott Presler's endorsement! To learn more about her campaign, visit: https://www.battistaforjudge.com. 4:30pm- Matt Wolford— Republican Candidate for Commonwealth Court in Pennsylvania—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss his campaign. Wolford has “more than 35 years of legal experience” and “has served Pennsylvanians in both public service and private practice. Early in his career he served as a Deputy Attorney General in the Philadelphia office of the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General (OAG), where he represented Commonwealth agencies in civil litigation. He later became attorney-in-charge of the Environmental Crimes Section field office in Meadville and served as a Special Prosecutor for both the OAG and the U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Pennsylvania.” To learn more about his campaign, visit: https://mattwolfordforjudge.com. 5:05pm- Judge Pat Dugan—Republican Candidate for District Attorney of Philadelphia—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss his campaign as well as his pledge to review the Ellen Greenberg case. He explains, “the only way we are going to make our city safer is if we say goodbye to Larry Krasner. Send him back to San Francisco.” To learn more about his campaign, visit: https://www.judgeduganforda.com. 5:20pm- Democrats and media members are apoplectic over the Trump administration's decision to construct a grand ballroom at the White House—expanding the residence's East Wing. President Trump has insisted construction will be privately funded, at no expense to the taxpayer. Sen. Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) implored future presidents to rename the ballroom after Barack Obama. Meanwhile, a former Congressman said that the next Democrat to hold the presidency should demolish the renovation! 5:30pm- While speaking with a BBC reporter, Kamala Harris said she won't rule out running for president again. Hilariously, the reporter notes that oddsmakers currently think actor/wrestler Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson has a better chance of being president than she does! 5:40pm- While appearing on an NBA podcast, Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-CA) complained about his tough childhood—eating nothing by white bread and Kraft macaroni and cheese. But his father was a wealthy attorney for Getty Oil! Is this proof Newsom will say literally anything? 5:50pm- Chicago Mayor Brandon J ...

92%ers, welcome to another episode of New Heights brought to you by Peloton! On today's guest episode, we are joined by the most electrifying man in sports entertainment, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson. Dwayne and the guys talk all about how he left his comfort zone for his new movie "The Smashing Machine," what his life was like playing with Hall of Famers at The U, why his dad didn't want him to step into the ring, his favorite memories from WWE's Attitude Era, what he thought of Jason's appearance at WrestleMania, if Travis is allowed to call people jabronis, life as a girl dad, and more! Watch and listen to new episodes of New Heights every Wednesday during the NFL season and follow us on Social Media for all the best moments from the show: https://lnk.to/newheightshowYou can also listen to new episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. ...Download the full podcast here:Wondery: https://wondery.app.link/s9hHTgtXpMbApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/new-heights/id1643745036Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/1y3SUbFMUSESC1N43tBleK?si=LsuQ4a5MRN6wGMcfVcuynwCheck out New Heights on Prime Video: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FR2MJWYS?ref=blogShop all the New Heights merch at https://homage.com/newheights Support the show: PELOTON: Introducing the Peloton Cross Training Tread+ Powered by Peloton IQ. The Tread+ is our most elevated equipment with personalized guidance and a variety of workouts—Like cardio, strength training, yoga, and more. Learn more about the Cross-Training Tread+ athttps://onepeloton.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Join Nick Lamagna on The A Game Podcast with an ENCORE episode with one of the stars of the new movie out now The SMASHING MACHINE ... Bas Rutten!    Bas is an athlete, entrepreneur, author, inventor, natural entertainer and world renowned badass butt kicker!  He learned to fight through adversity mentally and realized he had a gift for fighting physically as well as he retaliated against the bullying he experienced growing up with asthma and eczema. He was on track to be a culinary chef studying French cuisine and luckily for us changed the recipe and found fighting.  He was a 3x King of Pancrase champion as well as UFC Veteran who won the heavyweight title and has since been inducted into the Pancreas Hall of fame, Mixed martial arts hall of fame and the UFC hall of fame. His sense of humor and natural ability to entertain landed him some roles In the acting world, hosting Inside MMA for 9 years, as well as shows like Kevin Can Wait and the hit movie Here Comes The Boom! He is the inventor of the body action system and The 02 Trainer which has proven published medical benefits including increased lung and exercise capacity and now spends time as the chairman and commentator for the fast growing Karate Combat! He was behind the realism you see fighting in Grand Theft Auto, he's been featured on The Joe Rogan Experience Podcast and he can even knit you a sweater!  He has a new movie coming out soon called The Smashing Machine starring Dwayne The Rock Johnson and Emily Blunt based on the life of Mark Kerr.  You will want to hear his amazing story of going from "The Leper," to "El Guapo!"  Topics for this episode include: ✅ How To Create Better Habits That Actually Stick ✅ First Time Meeting The Rock and Emily Blunt Filming The Smashing Machine ✅ The Importance Of Being Positive When Things Go Wrong ✅ Bas Rutten Shares A Supernatural Experience  ✅ Karate Combat And Why You Should Be Excited About It ✅ Improve your cardio and lung capacity with the 02 Trainer + More See the show notes to connect with all things Bas Rutten!   Connect with Bas: basrutten.com Bas Rutten on Instagram Bas Rutten on LinkedIn Bas Rutten on Facebook Bas Rutten on Youtube Bas Rutten on TikTok Bas Rutten on Twitter   Connect with 02 Trainer: o2trainer.com o2trainer on Instagram 02 Trainer on Facebook 02 Trainer on TikTok O2trainer On Youtube the02trainer on Twitter   Connect with Karate Combat: www.karate.com Karate Combat on Facebook Karate Combat on Instagram Karate Combat on Twitter Karate Combat on Youtube Karate Combat on TikTok   --- Connect with Nick Lamagna www.nicknicknick.com Text Nick (516)540-5733 Connect on ALL Social Media and Podcast Platforms Here FREE Checklist on how to bring more value to your buyers

This week on Million Dollaz Worth of Game, Gillie & Wallo sit down with one of the biggest names on the planet Dwyane “The Rock” Johnson. From dominating the wrestling ring to becoming a Hollywood icon, “DJ” pulled up to chop it up and promote his brand-new film “The Smashing Machine” produced by A24. The Rock gets real about stepping into the shoes of MMA legend Mark Kerr, the parallels between their careers, and why mental health is one of the most important battles we all face.

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson and Emily Blunt star in the new sports biopic The Smashing Machine. Johnson plays Mark Kerr, a UFC champion who is reeling from his first major loss in the ring and confronting an addiction to painkillers. Directed by Benny Safdie (Uncut Gems), the wrestling drama pulls out all the classic moves in the awards season playbook. We can smell what The Rock is cooking – but is it a hearty meal?Follow Pop Culture Happy Hour on Letterboxd at letterboxd.com/nprpopcultureLearn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Sean and Amanda get in the ring with Van Lathan to go multiple rounds on Benny Safdie's new film, ‘The Smashing Machine,' starring Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and Emily Blunt. They work through their mixed feelings by recognizing the phenomenal performance from the Rock, which makes it worth the price of admission alone, and their disappointment and frustration toward Emily Blunt's incredibly one-note character (1:49). Then, Sean and Amanda create their new Best Picture power rankings following the fall film festival season (36:18). Finally, director Benny Safdie joins Sean to discuss his new film and explore his deeply intimate experience making the movie, why the Rock was perfect for the part of Mark Kerr, and the challenges of shooting a combat sports film (53:44). Hosts: Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins Guests: Benny Safdie and Van Lathan Producer: Jack Sanders Unlock an extra $250 at linkedin.com/thebigpicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The WWE superstar considered pursuing a career in mixed martial arts before realizing, "I don't like getting punched in the face." Johnson plays MMA fighter Mark Kerr in Benny Safdie's The Smashing Machine. He spoke with Terry Gross about his many injuries, his relationship with his late father, and his wrestling personas. Follow Fresh Air on instagram @nprfreshair, and subscribe to our weekly newsletter for gems from the Fresh Air archive, staff recommendations, and a peek behind the scenes. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy