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Today's top stories:More details revealed in EBT fraud case investigationNew crosswalk in place where 8-year-old boy was struck and killedHouchin Community Blood Bank blood drive going on today outside KGET studios in downtown BakersfieldGive Big Kern raises $1.7 million for area nonprofitsLaw enforcement memorial ceremonies take place in Bakersfield Thursday morningCSU Bakersfield commencement ceremonies take place FridayDisneyland readies to celebrate its 70th anniversaryUp to 20,000 people expected for Luke Bryan concert in ShafterFor more local news, visit KGET.com.

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They weren't going to hire me for EDC anyway1- not based off of that mix! But it had been a long week, and a long day, and of all the excuses in the world o had to make, the greatest excuse was this: it just wasn't my best mix( I simply wasn't ready. In fact, my entry was more like a spoof— I hadn't any pictures on my laptop and instead included a photo of my logo; my entry included a bio that was short and direct, vague and said more about my invisible cat than I did me. I didn't include a soundcloud, because I didn't have one, and when it came down to it, I wasn't a fan of the mix; it didn't sound as well as I knew I could do, or even as good as some of my past entries. I was going off the top of my head, with no tracks analyzed to sync—which meant I was wasting valuable playtime selecting tracks, and pitchyhingbthen manually to be exact, which made my mix not sound like me at all. I sounded like an amatur/- and with this being my first on-camera appearance, I certainly was an amatuer. The top of the line technology was foreign to me— and I knew EDC was at a loss; I hadn't handed in my best work or even looked my best, not understanding how fat the camera would make me look. Still, I hadn't even given them the video, and with every bit of my might leading up to the very deadline, I still made a ridiculous effort to hand in something— because it was some thing. I was already on somebody's radar in the DJ world for a very long time— this was my way of showing I was still doing as much as I could to actually catch up to speed with the kids, the hot girl DJ's, and the prostitots who at least could figure out how to analyze and sync their pre-recorded sets and press play on time. My set was janky, and it made it look like I couldn't even do that. But I could. As I had learned by spending that amount of time at the decks, I had actually become quite the technical DJ— little use of effects by choice means that I had precision focused in speed and ability— how many tracks can I get up and down and to stay in line? It was harder than ever without the ability to use sync at all, but I was learning by hand a skill enough DJ's didn't have to make it a skill worth having. Then, there was more I needed not just to learn, but for it to become second nature. For it to be easy to do not just in a room myself, but potentially in front of hundreds and thousands of people. I didn't want to be the average disc jokey. I wanted to play EDC— and not on a little controller on a side stage at 3:30 PM; I was sure I would one day start there, but this year was a wash. I had been thrown off by trying and failing to record the mixed I needed to enter the contest on my birthday and then all that accumulated in the pressure of anxiety, disappointment, and movements I hadn't made in months under the circumstances— for about four days in a row it seemed unlikely that it would happen at all, and when it did, it was at the very last moment, at the literal deadline, with a mix I wasn't particularly proud of and a track which was technically unreleased without using “unlicensed content”— I had selected it in hopes that the judge of the contest, SLANDER might hear something from it. A bass music DJ— and this was bass music, however, with somewhat outdated samples and a rare and very unique technique, I would hope that someone would listen to the track before the mix— and hear something special in it. It was a special song, at least to me— but these people were hard to impress to say the least, still I wanted to at least be on the radar, and I had an Insomniac tattoo that pleaded with me at times to just do whatever it takes. Besides, they had opened up another contest, which meant I had four tracks to present in total— three more tracks and three more mixes, and I was determined that with each passing day I would do better. For now, I was recovering from being out in New York on a rolling basis; my collected self confidence and poise from isolation had dwindled into the rotting core of depression of just being “just another poor black girl in Brooklyn” not an identity I wore on me at all times, but something like a badge that was placed on me by location, and the color of my skin. I hated my apartment, and I hated everything about my circumstances— because it separated me from the other DJs and producers. I wasn't safe, supported, popular, pretty, or well-to-do— and I didn't have the access to thentechnology on a whim, through a friend, or with privelege. Everything I did in the DJ world was a fight, a push, a breakthrough from a world that had no such luxuries— and for the most part, what wasn't going into my music, was going into my mouth. When I wasn't excersising, I was working, and when I wasn't working, I still was. I spent my time writing, and reading, and there was no such thing as a waste of time when I was learning about my predecessors— J.K. Rowling, George Lucas, and even Jim Henson, who I'd learned had made the very first muppet from scratch and by hand! Besides the play on words, I wasn't just a DJ; I was a writer, and a filmmaker, and I was trying to figure out how somehow also I was this strange puppeteer man, coming to the conclusion with the fact that I was also sort of always just obsessed with TV and wanted something to do with it. But I was stamping my foot, and heavily— I didn't just want to be an actor! I didn't just want to be a comedian. And certainly, because it sometimes seemed as if anybody could do it and with the sync button and pre-recorded mixes in mind, any bikini clad hot girl or basic bitch Chad boy could and were very most often DJs—I certainly did not want to nor did I have the choice of being just a DJ, or JUST a producer— because it seemed nothing made sense without being any of the others. But the problem remained that I was still not making any money from anything really worthwhile, and I was sick of subsisting, with the limited choices I had for nutrition and vitamins because of my government subsidies; the foods I wanted were out of reach— the energy sustaining, clean and organically sourced best foods and vitamins were just simply unavailable to people with food stamps, and even on the days I should have felt happiest, I became depressed. How was I going to escape the system— and why was no strawberry flavored vegan protein available to people on EBT?! I was almost a comedian, but lately too depressed to perform. All I wanted was my music world to be real— and it was real— I was doing just about as much as anyone else in the industry was, despite my limitations, and just not getting paid for it. My neighbors banged on the walls when I played music and slammed doors even even I didn't— and when I sang or rapped it sounded like they were slamming things around like they were throwing tantrums and fits. It might have been easy to look past if I were inebriated in some sort of way like most rappers, singers, and performers— but I was stone cold sober. Even in ear plugs, I heard every slam, every bang, every boom— and not to mention the motorcycles and the rest of the idiots outside. It seemed like I was being trapped by an energy that just simply never wanted me to make the best music I knew I could make, and so the best music I knew I could make wasn't going to be in this place. But how would I escape it? IT STARTS NOW. Agh. I promised myself that on my next Instacart subscription I would brush up on my Saturday a Night Live and whatever Which included but wasn't exactly limited to— Seth Meyers, 30 Rock, And almost dreadedly The Tonight Show, starring . Oh look. There he is. What was that dude's name again? Fixed it, You're welcome. What was wrong with it. Just needed some adjustments. Uhh. Wow, I never saw that before. A very strange man has appears to have affixed a giant pair of television antennas to his oddly specific television-shaped house. Hm. Aha, I see… I told you before, Marty. I don't like you hanging out with that old man. He is— — he's strange, Marty! He's strange, Well, maybe I'm strange. I don't think so! Remember this? LORRAINE points at a picture on the refrigerator; Her son, MARTY is clean cut, smiling and well dressed— almost the opposite of his newly adopted Whatever, I just got bored. But mom, he's a genius! Genius my patatootie! Let's not— [The Festival Project ™] Ugh, Mom! —say, “patootie” alright? Especially when I'm watching TV! I can say patootie all I want, especially if it's my patootie! Eww, mom!! Patatootie, patootie, patootie! Alright. I only got two weeks to learn everything I can about Saturday night Live… For whatever reason. WHY! I don't know. WHY! I don't know. WHYYYYYYYYYY?! I don't know, Kenan, shut the fuck up! Woah woah woah. Hold the phone. KENAN cries out into the universe inconsolably about his newly entirely totaled Beamer. KEL can't seem to console him, but doesn't really try. He seems preoccupied with twisting up the perfect blunt, licking it from the sidewalk as KENAN, hunched over the crumpled hood and completely totaled vehicle cries out once more, WHYYYYYYYYYYYYYY?! There appears to have been a hit-and-run. L E G E N D S Earlier: Well, for… Wait who did I write Flowers for? Bill Hader. That's right. I never found Bill Hader. I was trying to avoid— Oh look, a penny. Aurumph. —oddly enough, I also promised myself a Rick and Morty marathon. Oh, that's right; it was Was I right? I can bet. CHRIS PARNELL seems to have awakened from a very deep sleep. As he lie on his back in the middle of the floor in an unknown room, the location becomes familiar ; he appears to be at Rockerfeller Center— however, not in a usual setting. PARNELL Oh, Jesus Christ… I don't know how I had him and sudakis mixed up. I don't even think they were on the same cast. Also, explain to me why. EXPLAIN TO ME WHY THIS DUDE: [Apparently Rob Riggle] SHOT ME. Shot— yo, wait. And you said— I'm waiting. He was wearing some kind of cloak . A cloak of invisibility. Everything was hidden besides— whatever he was drinking. He was drinking something . Yes, that is correct, apparently! “Apparently” Apparently! “Apparently” Do you remember what he was drinking. Ah, yes. I remember exactly…apparently. Apparently? Yes, exactly—apparently. It appeared to be a strawberry milkshake. A—a strawberry milkshake . A strawberry milkshake! Exactly! Not apparently? Exactly, apparently! Alright… thanks. -_- Now, where were we with the actual celebrities ! I thought this was a Star-studded cast! We are star studded. Where are they then. The who?! The stars ! The what! The people! You said this movie had real star power! It does! Where! Right here, see ?! At some point I had seen all I thought that I could of one man's price — The thing to pay in response to one great, cosmic ask; And then, like nothing ; I dissappeared, and went away with it all, into my cavern, trapped like a madman; To know so much and yet, nothing at all. Shh. K. Take this. *sighs, but almost silently* Shh. *sighs even more deeply, but even more silently* The Legend of Ascencia Yo. Yo what. Yo what the fuck. What the fuck. What the fuck. It's Skrillex. No, I'm not. Dont tell me— Idiot . You look confused. Do it again. I am— confused. Mortals. Where's deadmau5. I'm not playing deadmau5; These speakers are loud. Play the deadmau5 No, not that. There is it. Aha. See, I found it. —noo. That's better. I'll take it from here. From where. I don't see anything. I don't feel. I don't know anything. I don't say. I lost focus. I go home drunk. I think I called the wrong number. I think I caught a cold on the tour bus. I think I brought the whole road back with me. I think I got more starstruck not watching. I think I ran out of luck— On a four leaf clover. I think I woke up to Conan at Four in the morning Like “top of the morning to ya” And it was too much It was too much. It was too much. Smile. Camera one Camera 3 Run a mile Smile Admire on in 1, 2– Why are we counting up? Somehow my whole world backwards Backend, black tights, Black dress That's right But I don't like rice and my fritters is fried I am fried I am High I guess High I guess High I guess High I guess Hi, I guess. I like his eyes, I guess. Starting to cry I guess, Will ferrel is wild, I guess But why Don't look at the thigh meat I'm high as a kite I guess I just smiled and sung my goodbyes And just stopped trying to try I guess I wasted all my good years On a poor fat boy I wasted all my goo ears on bad songs that Still blow my mind Subliminal messages And as high as I am I still see tides, I guess Whole worlds of oceans and Starting to fly, I guess Yess I'm a bird Fuck this bird All I wanted was water A kite I guess Look, mom, I still cry I guess I digest life by the light and the smiles I get Almost none of them, Retreat to the forest Where I don't see none of them To go downstairs, No hair No make up Ugly girl Black girl Broke girl New York Going downstairs Undressed, Not made up Ugly girl Black girl Nappy girl Fat girl New York Scowl like you mean it Scowl like you mean it Nobody loves be because I'm not famous And no, I don't want you Because you're not famous And no, I don't want you Because you got famous And now I don't want you Because you're too famous Yes Do wah diddy Down by the boardwalk Enter The Multiverse} [The Festival Project.™] COPYRIGHT © THE FESTIVAL PROJECT 2018-2025 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. © -U.™

They weren't going to hire me for EDC anyway1- not based off of that mix! But it had been a long week, and a long day, and of all the excuses in the world o had to make, the greatest excuse was this: it just wasn't my best mix( I simply wasn't ready. In fact, my entry was more like a spoof— I hadn't any pictures on my laptop and instead included a photo of my logo; my entry included a bio that was short and direct, vague and said more about my invisible cat than I did me. I didn't include a soundcloud, because I didn't have one, and when it came down to it, I wasn't a fan of the mix; it didn't sound as well as I knew I could do, or even as good as some of my past entries. I was going off the top of my head, with no tracks analyzed to sync—which meant I was wasting valuable playtime selecting tracks, and pitchyhingbthen manually to be exact, which made my mix not sound like me at all. I sounded like an amatur/- and with this being my first on-camera appearance, I certainly was an amatuer. The top of the line technology was foreign to me— and I knew EDC was at a loss; I hadn't handed in my best work or even looked my best, not understanding how fat the camera would make me look. Still, I hadn't even given them the video, and with every bit of my might leading up to the very deadline, I still made a ridiculous effort to hand in something— because it was some thing. I was already on somebody's radar in the DJ world for a very long time— this was my way of showing I was still doing as much as I could to actually catch up to speed with the kids, the hot girl DJ's, and the prostitots who at least could figure out how to analyze and sync their pre-recorded sets and press play on time. My set was janky, and it made it look like I couldn't even do that. But I could. As I had learned by spending that amount of time at the decks, I had actually become quite the technical DJ— little use of effects by choice means that I had precision focused in speed and ability— how many tracks can I get up and down and to stay in line? It was harder than ever without the ability to use sync at all, but I was learning by hand a skill enough DJ's didn't have to make it a skill worth having. Then, there was more I needed not just to learn, but for it to become second nature. For it to be easy to do not just in a room myself, but potentially in front of hundreds and thousands of people. I didn't want to be the average disc jokey. I wanted to play EDC— and not on a little controller on a side stage at 3:30 PM; I was sure I would one day start there, but this year was a wash. I had been thrown off by trying and failing to record the mixed I needed to enter the contest on my birthday and then all that accumulated in the pressure of anxiety, disappointment, and movements I hadn't made in months under the circumstances— for about four days in a row it seemed unlikely that it would happen at all, and when it did, it was at the very last moment, at the literal deadline, with a mix I wasn't particularly proud of and a track which was technically unreleased without using “unlicensed content”— I had selected it in hopes that the judge of the contest, SLANDER might hear something from it. A bass music DJ— and this was bass music, however, with somewhat outdated samples and a rare and very unique technique, I would hope that someone would listen to the track before the mix— and hear something special in it. It was a special song, at least to me— but these people were hard to impress to say the least, still I wanted to at least be on the radar, and I had an Insomniac tattoo that pleaded with me at times to just do whatever it takes. Besides, they had opened up another contest, which meant I had four tracks to present in total— three more tracks and three more mixes, and I was determined that with each passing day I would do better. For now, I was recovering from being out in New York on a rolling basis; my collected self confidence and poise from isolation had dwindled into the rotting core of depression of just being “just another poor black girl in Brooklyn” not an identity I wore on me at all times, but something like a badge that was placed on me by location, and the color of my skin. I hated my apartment, and I hated everything about my circumstances— because it separated me from the other DJs and producers. I wasn't safe, supported, popular, pretty, or well-to-do— and I didn't have the access to thentechnology on a whim, through a friend, or with privelege. Everything I did in the DJ world was a fight, a push, a breakthrough from a world that had no such luxuries— and for the most part, what wasn't going into my music, was going into my mouth. When I wasn't excersising, I was working, and when I wasn't working, I still was. I spent my time writing, and reading, and there was no such thing as a waste of time when I was learning about my predecessors— J.K. Rowling, George Lucas, and even Jim Henson, who I'd learned had made the very first muppet from scratch and by hand! Besides the play on words, I wasn't just a DJ; I was a writer, and a filmmaker, and I was trying to figure out how somehow also I was this strange puppeteer man, coming to the conclusion with the fact that I was also sort of always just obsessed with TV and wanted something to do with it. But I was stamping my foot, and heavily— I didn't just want to be an actor! I didn't just want to be a comedian. And certainly, because it sometimes seemed as if anybody could do it and with the sync button and pre-recorded mixes in mind, any bikini clad hot girl or basic bitch Chad boy could and were very most often DJs—I certainly did not want to nor did I have the choice of being just a DJ, or JUST a producer— because it seemed nothing made sense without being any of the others. But the problem remained that I was still not making any money from anything really worthwhile, and I was sick of subsisting, with the limited choices I had for nutrition and vitamins because of my government subsidies; the foods I wanted were out of reach— the energy sustaining, clean and organically sourced best foods and vitamins were just simply unavailable to people with food stamps, and even on the days I should have felt happiest, I became depressed. How was I going to escape the system— and why was no strawberry flavored vegan protein available to people on EBT?! I was almost a comedian, but lately too depressed to perform. All I wanted was my music world to be real— and it was real— I was doing just about as much as anyone else in the industry was, despite my limitations, and just not getting paid for it. My neighbors banged on the walls when I played music and slammed doors even even I didn't— and when I sang or rapped it sounded like they were slamming things around like they were throwing tantrums and fits. It might have been easy to look past if I were inebriated in some sort of way like most rappers, singers, and performers— but I was stone cold sober. Even in ear plugs, I heard every slam, every bang, every boom— and not to mention the motorcycles and the rest of the idiots outside. It seemed like I was being trapped by an energy that just simply never wanted me to make the best music I knew I could make, and so the best music I knew I could make wasn't going to be in this place. But how would I escape it? IT STARTS NOW. Agh. I promised myself that on my next Instacart subscription I would brush up on my Saturday a Night Live and whatever Which included but wasn't exactly limited to— Seth Meyers, 30 Rock, And almost dreadedly The Tonight Show, starring . Oh look. There he is. What was that dude's name again? Fixed it, You're welcome. What was wrong with it. Just needed some adjustments. Uhh. Wow, I never saw that before. A very strange man has appears to have affixed a giant pair of television antennas to his oddly specific television-shaped house. Hm. Aha, I see… I told you before, Marty. I don't like you hanging out with that old man. He is— — he's strange, Marty! He's strange, Well, maybe I'm strange. I don't think so! Remember this? LORRAINE points at a picture on the refrigerator; Her son, MARTY is clean cut, smiling and well dressed— almost the opposite of his newly adopted Whatever, I just got bored. But mom, he's a genius! Genius my patatootie! Let's not— [The Festival Project ™] Ugh, Mom! —say, “patootie” alright? Especially when I'm watching TV! I can say patootie all I want, especially if it's my patootie! Eww, mom!! Patatootie, patootie, patootie! Alright. I only got two weeks to learn everything I can about Saturday night Live… For whatever reason. WHY! I don't know. WHY! I don't know. WHYYYYYYYYYY?! I don't know, Kenan, shut the fuck up! Woah woah woah. Hold the phone. KENAN cries out into the universe inconsolably about his newly entirely totaled Beamer. KEL can't seem to console him, but doesn't really try. He seems preoccupied with twisting up the perfect blunt, licking it from the sidewalk as KENAN, hunched over the crumpled hood and completely totaled vehicle cries out once more, WHYYYYYYYYYYYYYY?! There appears to have been a hit-and-run. L E G E N D S Earlier: Well, for… Wait who did I write Flowers for? Bill Hader. That's right. I never found Bill Hader. I was trying to avoid— Oh look, a penny. Aurumph. —oddly enough, I also promised myself a Rick and Morty marathon. Oh, that's right; it was Was I right? I can bet. CHRIS PARNELL seems to have awakened from a very deep sleep. As he lie on his back in the middle of the floor in an unknown room, the location becomes familiar ; he appears to be at Rockerfeller Center— however, not in a usual setting. PARNELL Oh, Jesus Christ… I don't know how I had him and sudakis mixed up. I don't even think they were on the same cast. Also, explain to me why. EXPLAIN TO ME WHY THIS DUDE: [Apparently Rob Riggle] SHOT ME. Shot— yo, wait. And you said— I'm waiting. He was wearing some kind of cloak . A cloak of invisibility. Everything was hidden besides— whatever he was drinking. He was drinking something . Yes, that is correct, apparently! “Apparently” Apparently! “Apparently” Do you remember what he was drinking. Ah, yes. I remember exactly…apparently. Apparently? Yes, exactly—apparently. It appeared to be a strawberry milkshake. A—a strawberry milkshake . A strawberry milkshake! Exactly! Not apparently? Exactly, apparently! Alright… thanks. -_- Now, where were we with the actual celebrities ! I thought this was a Star-studded cast! We are star studded. Where are they then. The who?! The stars ! The what! The people! You said this movie had real star power! It does! Where! Right here, see ?! At some point I had seen all I thought that I could of one man's price — The thing to pay in response to one great, cosmic ask; And then, like nothing ; I dissappeared, and went away with it all, into my cavern, trapped like a madman; To know so much and yet, nothing at all. Shh. K. Take this. *sighs, but almost silently* Shh. *sighs even more deeply, but even more silently* The Legend of Ascencia Yo. Yo what. Yo what the fuck. What the fuck. What the fuck. It's Skrillex. No, I'm not. Dont tell me— Idiot . You look confused. Do it again. I am— confused. Mortals. Where's deadmau5. I'm not playing deadmau5; These speakers are loud. Play the deadmau5 No, not that. There is it. Aha. See, I found it. —noo. That's better. I'll take it from here. From where. I don't see anything. I don't feel. I don't know anything. I don't say. I lost focus. I go home drunk. I think I called the wrong number. I think I caught a cold on the tour bus. I think I brought the whole road back with me. I think I got more starstruck not watching. I think I ran out of luck— On a four leaf clover. I think I woke up to Conan at Four in the morning Like “top of the morning to ya” And it was too much It was too much. It was too much. Smile. Camera one Camera 3 Run a mile Smile Admire on in 1, 2– Why are we counting up? Somehow my whole world backwards Backend, black tights, Black dress That's right But I don't like rice and my fritters is fried I am fried I am High I guess High I guess High I guess High I guess Hi, I guess. I like his eyes, I guess. Starting to cry I guess, Will ferrel is wild, I guess But why Don't look at the thigh meat I'm high as a kite I guess I just smiled and sung my goodbyes And just stopped trying to try I guess I wasted all my good years On a poor fat boy I wasted all my goo ears on bad songs that Still blow my mind Subliminal messages And as high as I am I still see tides, I guess Whole worlds of oceans and Starting to fly, I guess Yess I'm a bird Fuck this bird All I wanted was water A kite I guess Look, mom, I still cry I guess I digest life by the light and the smiles I get Almost none of them, Retreat to the forest Where I don't see none of them To go downstairs, No hair No make up Ugly girl Black girl Broke girl New York Going downstairs Undressed, Not made up Ugly girl Black girl Nappy girl Fat girl New York Scowl like you mean it Scowl like you mean it Nobody loves be because I'm not famous And no, I don't want you Because you're not famous And no, I don't want you Because you got famous And now I don't want you Because you're too famous Yes Do wah diddy Down by the boardwalk Enter The Multiverse} [The Festival Project.™] COPYRIGHT © THE FESTIVAL PROJECT 2018-2025 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. © -U.™

They weren't going to hire me for EDC anyway1- not based off of that mix! But it had been a long week, and a long day, and of all the excuses in the world o had to make, the greatest excuse was this: it just wasn't my best mix( I simply wasn't ready. In fact, my entry was more like a spoof— I hadn't any pictures on my laptop and instead included a photo of my logo; my entry included a bio that was short and direct, vague and said more about my invisible cat than I did me. I didn't include a soundcloud, because I didn't have one, and when it came down to it, I wasn't a fan of the mix; it didn't sound as well as I knew I could do, or even as good as some of my past entries. I was going off the top of my head, with no tracks analyzed to sync—which meant I was wasting valuable playtime selecting tracks, and pitchyhingbthen manually to be exact, which made my mix not sound like me at all. I sounded like an amatur/- and with this being my first on-camera appearance, I certainly was an amatuer. The top of the line technology was foreign to me— and I knew EDC was at a loss; I hadn't handed in my best work or even looked my best, not understanding how fat the camera would make me look. Still, I hadn't even given them the video, and with every bit of my might leading up to the very deadline, I still made a ridiculous effort to hand in something— because it was some thing. I was already on somebody's radar in the DJ world for a very long time— this was my way of showing I was still doing as much as I could to actually catch up to speed with the kids, the hot girl DJ's, and the prostitots who at least could figure out how to analyze and sync their pre-recorded sets and press play on time. My set was janky, and it made it look like I couldn't even do that. But I could. As I had learned by spending that amount of time at the decks, I had actually become quite the technical DJ— little use of effects by choice means that I had precision focused in speed and ability— how many tracks can I get up and down and to stay in line? It was harder than ever without the ability to use sync at all, but I was learning by hand a skill enough DJ's didn't have to make it a skill worth having. Then, there was more I needed not just to learn, but for it to become second nature. For it to be easy to do not just in a room myself, but potentially in front of hundreds and thousands of people. I didn't want to be the average disc jokey. I wanted to play EDC— and not on a little controller on a side stage at 3:30 PM; I was sure I would one day start there, but this year was a wash. I had been thrown off by trying and failing to record the mixed I needed to enter the contest on my birthday and then all that accumulated in the pressure of anxiety, disappointment, and movements I hadn't made in months under the circumstances— for about four days in a row it seemed unlikely that it would happen at all, and when it did, it was at the very last moment, at the literal deadline, with a mix I wasn't particularly proud of and a track which was technically unreleased without using “unlicensed content”— I had selected it in hopes that the judge of the contest, SLANDER might hear something from it. A bass music DJ— and this was bass music, however, with somewhat outdated samples and a rare and very unique technique, I would hope that someone would listen to the track before the mix— and hear something special in it. It was a special song, at least to me— but these people were hard to impress to say the least, still I wanted to at least be on the radar, and I had an Insomniac tattoo that pleaded with me at times to just do whatever it takes. Besides, they had opened up another contest, which meant I had four tracks to present in total— three more tracks and three more mixes, and I was determined that with each passing day I would do better. For now, I was recovering from being out in New York on a rolling basis; my collected self confidence and poise from isolation had dwindled into the rotting core of depression of just being “just another poor black girl in Brooklyn” not an identity I wore on me at all times, but something like a badge that was placed on me by location, and the color of my skin. I hated my apartment, and I hated everything about my circumstances— because it separated me from the other DJs and producers. I wasn't safe, supported, popular, pretty, or well-to-do— and I didn't have the access to thentechnology on a whim, through a friend, or with privelege. Everything I did in the DJ world was a fight, a push, a breakthrough from a world that had no such luxuries— and for the most part, what wasn't going into my music, was going into my mouth. When I wasn't excersising, I was working, and when I wasn't working, I still was. I spent my time writing, and reading, and there was no such thing as a waste of time when I was learning about my predecessors— J.K. Rowling, George Lucas, and even Jim Henson, who I'd learned had made the very first muppet from scratch and by hand! Besides the play on words, I wasn't just a DJ; I was a writer, and a filmmaker, and I was trying to figure out how somehow also I was this strange puppeteer man, coming to the conclusion with the fact that I was also sort of always just obsessed with TV and wanted something to do with it. But I was stamping my foot, and heavily— I didn't just want to be an actor! I didn't just want to be a comedian. And certainly, because it sometimes seemed as if anybody could do it and with the sync button and pre-recorded mixes in mind, any bikini clad hot girl or basic bitch Chad boy could and were very most often DJs—I certainly did not want to nor did I have the choice of being just a DJ, or JUST a producer— because it seemed nothing made sense without being any of the others. But the problem remained that I was still not making any money from anything really worthwhile, and I was sick of subsisting, with the limited choices I had for nutrition and vitamins because of my government subsidies; the foods I wanted were out of reach— the energy sustaining, clean and organically sourced best foods and vitamins were just simply unavailable to people with food stamps, and even on the days I should have felt happiest, I became depressed. How was I going to escape the system— and why was no strawberry flavored vegan protein available to people on EBT?! I was almost a comedian, but lately too depressed to perform. All I wanted was my music world to be real— and it was real— I was doing just about as much as anyone else in the industry was, despite my limitations, and just not getting paid for it. My neighbors banged on the walls when I played music and slammed doors even even I didn't— and when I sang or rapped it sounded like they were slamming things around like they were throwing tantrums and fits. It might have been easy to look past if I were inebriated in some sort of way like most rappers, singers, and performers— but I was stone cold sober. Even in ear plugs, I heard every slam, every bang, every boom— and not to mention the motorcycles and the rest of the idiots outside. It seemed like I was being trapped by an energy that just simply never wanted me to make the best music I knew I could make, and so the best music I knew I could make wasn't going to be in this place. But how would I escape it? IT STARTS NOW. Agh. I promised myself that on my next Instacart subscription I would brush up on my Saturday a Night Live and whatever Which included but wasn't exactly limited to— Seth Meyers, 30 Rock, And almost dreadedly The Tonight Show, starring . Oh look. There he is. What was that dude's name again? Fixed it, You're welcome. What was wrong with it. Just needed some adjustments. Uhh. Wow, I never saw that before. A very strange man has appears to have affixed a giant pair of television antennas to his oddly specific television-shaped house. Hm. Aha, I see… I told you before, Marty. I don't like you hanging out with that old man. He is— — he's strange, Marty! He's strange, Well, maybe I'm strange. I don't think so! Remember this? LORRAINE points at a picture on the refrigerator; Her son, MARTY is clean cut, smiling and well dressed— almost the opposite of his newly adopted Whatever, I just got bored. But mom, he's a genius! Genius my patatootie! Let's not— [The Festival Project ™] Ugh, Mom! —say, “patootie” alright? Especially when I'm watching TV! I can say patootie all I want, especially if it's my patootie! Eww, mom!! Patatootie, patootie, patootie! Alright. I only got two weeks to learn everything I can about Saturday night Live… For whatever reason. WHY! I don't know. WHY! I don't know. WHYYYYYYYYYY?! I don't know, Kenan, shut the fuck up! Woah woah woah. Hold the phone. KENAN cries out into the universe inconsolably about his newly entirely totaled Beamer. KEL can't seem to console him, but doesn't really try. He seems preoccupied with twisting up the perfect blunt, licking it from the sidewalk as KENAN, hunched over the crumpled hood and completely totaled vehicle cries out once more, WHYYYYYYYYYYYYYY?! There appears to have been a hit-and-run. L E G E N D S Earlier: Well, for… Wait who did I write Flowers for? Bill Hader. That's right. I never found Bill Hader. I was trying to avoid— Oh look, a penny. Aurumph. —oddly enough, I also promised myself a Rick and Morty marathon. Oh, that's right; it was Was I right? I can bet. CHRIS PARNELL seems to have awakened from a very deep sleep. As he lie on his back in the middle of the floor in an unknown room, the location becomes familiar ; he appears to be at Rockerfeller Center— however, not in a usual setting. PARNELL Oh, Jesus Christ… I don't know how I had him and sudakis mixed up. I don't even think they were on the same cast. Also, explain to me why. EXPLAIN TO ME WHY THIS DUDE: [Apparently Rob Riggle] SHOT ME. Shot— yo, wait. And you said— I'm waiting. He was wearing some kind of cloak . A cloak of invisibility. Everything was hidden besides— whatever he was drinking. He was drinking something . Yes, that is correct, apparently! “Apparently” Apparently! “Apparently” Do you remember what he was drinking. Ah, yes. I remember exactly…apparently. Apparently? Yes, exactly—apparently. It appeared to be a strawberry milkshake. A—a strawberry milkshake . A strawberry milkshake! Exactly! Not apparently? Exactly, apparently! Alright… thanks. -_- Now, where were we with the actual celebrities ! I thought this was a Star-studded cast! We are star studded. Where are they then. The who?! The stars ! The what! The people! You said this movie had real star power! It does! Where! Right here, see ?! At some point I had seen all I thought that I could of one man's price — The thing to pay in response to one great, cosmic ask; And then, like nothing ; I dissappeared, and went away with it all, into my cavern, trapped like a madman; To know so much and yet, nothing at all. Shh. K. Take this. *sighs, but almost silently* Shh. *sighs even more deeply, but even more silently* The Legend of Ascencia Yo. Yo what. Yo what the fuck. What the fuck. What the fuck. It's Skrillex. No, I'm not. Dont tell me— Idiot . You look confused. Do it again. I am— confused. Mortals. Where's deadmau5. I'm not playing deadmau5; These speakers are loud. Play the deadmau5 No, not that. There is it. Aha. See, I found it. —noo. That's better. I'll take it from here. From where. I don't see anything. I don't feel. I don't know anything. I don't say. I lost focus. I go home drunk. I think I called the wrong number. I think I caught a cold on the tour bus. I think I brought the whole road back with me. I think I got more starstruck not watching. I think I ran out of luck— On a four leaf clover. I think I woke up to Conan at Four in the morning Like “top of the morning to ya” And it was too much It was too much. It was too much. Smile. Camera one Camera 3 Run a mile Smile Admire on in 1, 2– Why are we counting up? Somehow my whole world backwards Backend, black tights, Black dress That's right But I don't like rice and my fritters is fried I am fried I am High I guess High I guess High I guess High I guess Hi, I guess. I like his eyes, I guess. Starting to cry I guess, Will ferrel is wild, I guess But why Don't look at the thigh meat I'm high as a kite I guess I just smiled and sung my goodbyes And just stopped trying to try I guess I wasted all my good years On a poor fat boy I wasted all my goo ears on bad songs that Still blow my mind Subliminal messages And as high as I am I still see tides, I guess Whole worlds of oceans and Starting to fly, I guess Yess I'm a bird Fuck this bird All I wanted was water A kite I guess Look, mom, I still cry I guess I digest life by the light and the smiles I get Almost none of them, Retreat to the forest Where I don't see none of them To go downstairs, No hair No make up Ugly girl Black girl Broke girl New York Going downstairs Undressed, Not made up Ugly girl Black girl Nappy girl Fat girl New York Scowl like you mean it Scowl like you mean it Nobody loves be because I'm not famous And no, I don't want you Because you're not famous And no, I don't want you Because you got famous And now I don't want you Because you're too famous Yes Do wah diddy Down by the boardwalk Enter The Multiverse} [The Festival Project.™] COPYRIGHT © THE FESTIVAL PROJECT 2018-2025 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. © -U.™

They weren't going to hire me for EDC anyway1- not based off of that mix! But it had been a long week, and a long day, and of all the excuses in the world o had to make, the greatest excuse was this: it just wasn't my best mix( I simply wasn't ready. In fact, my entry was more like a spoof— I hadn't any pictures on my laptop and instead included a photo of my logo; my entry included a bio that was short and direct, vague and said more about my invisible cat than I did me. I didn't include a soundcloud, because I didn't have one, and when it came down to it, I wasn't a fan of the mix; it didn't sound as well as I knew I could do, or even as good as some of my past entries. I was going off the top of my head, with no tracks analyzed to sync—which meant I was wasting valuable playtime selecting tracks, and pitchyhingbthen manually to be exact, which made my mix not sound like me at all. I sounded like an amatur/- and with this being my first on-camera appearance, I certainly was an amatuer. The top of the line technology was foreign to me— and I knew EDC was at a loss; I hadn't handed in my best work or even looked my best, not understanding how fat the camera would make me look. Still, I hadn't even given them the video, and with every bit of my might leading up to the very deadline, I still made a ridiculous effort to hand in something— because it was some thing. I was already on somebody's radar in the DJ world for a very long time— this was my way of showing I was still doing as much as I could to actually catch up to speed with the kids, the hot girl DJ's, and the prostitots who at least could figure out how to analyze and sync their pre-recorded sets and press play on time. My set was janky, and it made it look like I couldn't even do that. But I could. As I had learned by spending that amount of time at the decks, I had actually become quite the technical DJ— little use of effects by choice means that I had precision focused in speed and ability— how many tracks can I get up and down and to stay in line? It was harder than ever without the ability to use sync at all, but I was learning by hand a skill enough DJ's didn't have to make it a skill worth having. Then, there was more I needed not just to learn, but for it to become second nature. For it to be easy to do not just in a room myself, but potentially in front of hundreds and thousands of people. I didn't want to be the average disc jokey. I wanted to play EDC— and not on a little controller on a side stage at 3:30 PM; I was sure I would one day start there, but this year was a wash. I had been thrown off by trying and failing to record the mixed I needed to enter the contest on my birthday and then all that accumulated in the pressure of anxiety, disappointment, and movements I hadn't made in months under the circumstances— for about four days in a row it seemed unlikely that it would happen at all, and when it did, it was at the very last moment, at the literal deadline, with a mix I wasn't particularly proud of and a track which was technically unreleased without using “unlicensed content”— I had selected it in hopes that the judge of the contest, SLANDER might hear something from it. A bass music DJ— and this was bass music, however, with somewhat outdated samples and a rare and very unique technique, I would hope that someone would listen to the track before the mix— and hear something special in it. It was a special song, at least to me— but these people were hard to impress to say the least, still I wanted to at least be on the radar, and I had an Insomniac tattoo that pleaded with me at times to just do whatever it takes. Besides, they had opened up another contest, which meant I had four tracks to present in total— three more tracks and three more mixes, and I was determined that with each passing day I would do better. For now, I was recovering from being out in New York on a rolling basis; my collected self confidence and poise from isolation had dwindled into the rotting core of depression of just being “just another poor black girl in Brooklyn” not an identity I wore on me at all times, but something like a badge that was placed on me by location, and the color of my skin. I hated my apartment, and I hated everything about my circumstances— because it separated me from the other DJs and producers. I wasn't safe, supported, popular, pretty, or well-to-do— and I didn't have the access to thentechnology on a whim, through a friend, or with privelege. Everything I did in the DJ world was a fight, a push, a breakthrough from a world that had no such luxuries— and for the most part, what wasn't going into my music, was going into my mouth. When I wasn't excersising, I was working, and when I wasn't working, I still was. I spent my time writing, and reading, and there was no such thing as a waste of time when I was learning about my predecessors— J.K. Rowling, George Lucas, and even Jim Henson, who I'd learned had made the very first muppet from scratch and by hand! Besides the play on words, I wasn't just a DJ; I was a writer, and a filmmaker, and I was trying to figure out how somehow also I was this strange puppeteer man, coming to the conclusion with the fact that I was also sort of always just obsessed with TV and wanted something to do with it. But I was stamping my foot, and heavily— I didn't just want to be an actor! I didn't just want to be a comedian. And certainly, because it sometimes seemed as if anybody could do it and with the sync button and pre-recorded mixes in mind, any bikini clad hot girl or basic bitch Chad boy could and were very most often DJs—I certainly did not want to nor did I have the choice of being just a DJ, or JUST a producer— because it seemed nothing made sense without being any of the others. But the problem remained that I was still not making any money from anything really worthwhile, and I was sick of subsisting, with the limited choices I had for nutrition and vitamins because of my government subsidies; the foods I wanted were out of reach— the energy sustaining, clean and organically sourced best foods and vitamins were just simply unavailable to people with food stamps, and even on the days I should have felt happiest, I became depressed. How was I going to escape the system— and why was no strawberry flavored vegan protein available to people on EBT?! I was almost a comedian, but lately too depressed to perform. All I wanted was my music world to be real— and it was real— I was doing just about as much as anyone else in the industry was, despite my limitations, and just not getting paid for it. My neighbors banged on the walls when I played music and slammed doors even even I didn't— and when I sang or rapped it sounded like they were slamming things around like they were throwing tantrums and fits. It might have been easy to look past if I were inebriated in some sort of way like most rappers, singers, and performers— but I was stone cold sober. Even in ear plugs, I heard every slam, every bang, every boom— and not to mention the motorcycles and the rest of the idiots outside. It seemed like I was being trapped by an energy that just simply never wanted me to make the best music I knew I could make, and so the best music I knew I could make wasn't going to be in this place. But how would I escape it? IT STARTS NOW. Agh. I promised myself that on my next Instacart subscription I would brush up on my Saturday a Night Live and whatever Which included but wasn't exactly limited to— Seth Meyers, 30 Rock, And almost dreadedly The Tonight Show, starring . Oh look. There he is. What was that dude's name again? Fixed it, You're welcome. What was wrong with it. Just needed some adjustments. Uhh. Wow, I never saw that before. A very strange man has appears to have affixed a giant pair of television antennas to his oddly specific television-shaped house. Hm. Aha, I see… I told you before, Marty. I don't like you hanging out with that old man. He is— — he's strange, Marty! He's strange, Well, maybe I'm strange. I don't think so! Remember this? LORRAINE points at a picture on the refrigerator; Her son, MARTY is clean cut, smiling and well dressed— almost the opposite of his newly adopted Whatever, I just got bored. But mom, he's a genius! Genius my patatootie! Let's not— [The Festival Project ™] Ugh, Mom! —say, “patootie” alright? Especially when I'm watching TV! I can say patootie all I want, especially if it's my patootie! Eww, mom!! Patatootie, patootie, patootie! Alright. I only got two weeks to learn everything I can about Saturday night Live… For whatever reason. WHY! I don't know. WHY! I don't know. WHYYYYYYYYYY?! I don't know, Kenan, shut the fuck up! Woah woah woah. Hold the phone. KENAN cries out into the universe inconsolably about his newly entirely totaled Beamer. KEL can't seem to console him, but doesn't really try. He seems preoccupied with twisting up the perfect blunt, licking it from the sidewalk as KENAN, hunched over the crumpled hood and completely totaled vehicle cries out once more, WHYYYYYYYYYYYYYY?! There appears to have been a hit-and-run. L E G E N D S Earlier: Well, for… Wait who did I write Flowers for? Bill Hader. That's right. I never found Bill Hader. I was trying to avoid— Oh look, a penny. Aurumph. —oddly enough, I also promised myself a Rick and Morty marathon. Oh, that's right; it was Was I right? I can bet. CHRIS PARNELL seems to have awakened from a very deep sleep. As he lie on his back in the middle of the floor in an unknown room, the location becomes familiar ; he appears to be at Rockerfeller Center— however, not in a usual setting. PARNELL Oh, Jesus Christ… I don't know how I had him and sudakis mixed up. I don't even think they were on the same cast. Also, explain to me why. EXPLAIN TO ME WHY THIS DUDE: [Apparently Rob Riggle] SHOT ME. Shot— yo, wait. And you said— I'm waiting. He was wearing some kind of cloak . A cloak of invisibility. Everything was hidden besides— whatever he was drinking. He was drinking something . Yes, that is correct, apparently! “Apparently” Apparently! “Apparently” Do you remember what he was drinking. Ah, yes. I remember exactly…apparently. Apparently? Yes, exactly—apparently. It appeared to be a strawberry milkshake. A—a strawberry milkshake . A strawberry milkshake! Exactly! Not apparently? Exactly, apparently! Alright… thanks. -_- Now, where were we with the actual celebrities ! I thought this was a Star-studded cast! We are star studded. Where are they then. The who?! The stars ! The what! The people! You said this movie had real star power! It does! Where! Right here, see ?! At some point I had seen all I thought that I could of one man's price — The thing to pay in response to one great, cosmic ask; And then, like nothing ; I dissappeared, and went away with it all, into my cavern, trapped like a madman; To know so much and yet, nothing at all. Shh. K. Take this. *sighs, but almost silently* Shh. *sighs even more deeply, but even more silently* The Legend of Ascencia Yo. Yo what. Yo what the fuck. What the fuck. What the fuck. It's Skrillex. No, I'm not. Dont tell me— Idiot . You look confused. Do it again. I am— confused. Mortals. Where's deadmau5. I'm not playing deadmau5; These speakers are loud. Play the deadmau5 No, not that. There is it. Aha. See, I found it. —noo. That's better. I'll take it from here. From where. I don't see anything. I don't feel. I don't know anything. I don't say. I lost focus. I go home drunk. I think I called the wrong number. I think I caught a cold on the tour bus. I think I brought the whole road back with me. I think I got more starstruck not watching. I think I ran out of luck— On a four leaf clover. I think I woke up to Conan at Four in the morning Like “top of the morning to ya” And it was too much It was too much. It was too much. Smile. Camera one Camera 3 Run a mile Smile Admire on in 1, 2– Why are we counting up? Somehow my whole world backwards Backend, black tights, Black dress That's right But I don't like rice and my fritters is fried I am fried I am High I guess High I guess High I guess High I guess Hi, I guess. I like his eyes, I guess. Starting to cry I guess, Will ferrel is wild, I guess But why Don't look at the thigh meat I'm high as a kite I guess I just smiled and sung my goodbyes And just stopped trying to try I guess I wasted all my good years On a poor fat boy I wasted all my goo ears on bad songs that Still blow my mind Subliminal messages And as high as I am I still see tides, I guess Whole worlds of oceans and Starting to fly, I guess Yess I'm a bird Fuck this bird All I wanted was water A kite I guess Look, mom, I still cry I guess I digest life by the light and the smiles I get Almost none of them, Retreat to the forest Where I don't see none of them To go downstairs, No hair No make up Ugly girl Black girl Broke girl New York Going downstairs Undressed, Not made up Ugly girl Black girl Nappy girl Fat girl New York Scowl like you mean it Scowl like you mean it Nobody loves be because I'm not famous And no, I don't want you Because you're not famous And no, I don't want you Because you got famous And now I don't want you Because you're too famous Yes Do wah diddy Down by the boardwalk Enter The Multiverse} [The Festival Project.™] COPYRIGHT © THE FESTIVAL PROJECT 2018-2025 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. © -U.™

1 - “Turn this plane around!” No! Says Trump. 105 - Is Jesse Watters correct for linking Chicago bulls attire to gang activity? Heated discussion. 120 - Is RFK's hypotheses on autism causes valid? Your calls. 130 - An update on the Bulls gear controversy. Author of "Plan Red: China's Project to Destroy America" Gordon Chang joins the program. What has changed on the tariffs regarding electronics and chips? Is Apple moving their production out of China a good sign for the tariffs? Why have we been turning a blind eye to the slave and forced labor in China? Is the revenue share that comes from China a big enough deterrent from condemning their awful practices? How clever was China's anti-American AI propaganda? What will China's next move be? 140 - Some news on the Governor's mansion arsonist. Where is the Inquirer's coverage on it? None to be found, but let's talk about Paul Revere's ride and Trump! 150 - Introducing your Chicago Bulls! Your calls. 155 - Should soda be allowed on EBT purchases?

12 - Do ultrasounds cause autism? Does Dan need a birth coach? Is the rise of maternal age causing autism? We play audio of what RFK Jr. is saying on the rise in autism. 1205 - Dom rips the questions being asked of RFK, as it is a leading question for extremists. 1215 - Side - something people do in public you just can't believe. 1220 - Continuing on with the autism talks. Your calls from the field. 1230 - Research Fellow in The Heritage Foundation's Grover M. Hermann Center for the Federal Budget Dr. EJ Antoni joins us today. Are we going to have more manufacturing workers or manufacturing robots if we bring business back stateside? Why is it so important to be developing our pharmaceuticals in house rather than by our adversaries? With the backing of Swiss companies, is it feasible to bring industries like steel manufacturing back? We need more EJ Antoni's advising Trump and going on shows! What are the work-arounds that China is using in order to avoid tariffs and fees? 1250 - Are any athletes on the planet one of the 100 most influential people on earth? This sparks some interesting discussion. 1 - “Turn this plane around!” No! Says Trump. 105 - Is Jesse Watters correct for linking Chicago bulls attire to gang activity? Heated discussion. 120 - Is RFK's hypotheses on autism causes valid? Your calls. 130 - An update on the Bulls gear controversy. Author of "Plan Red: China's Project to Destroy America" Gordon Chang joins the program. What has changed on the tariffs regarding electronics and chips? Is Apple moving their production out of China a good sign for the tariffs? Why have we been turning a blind eye to the slave and forced labor in China? Is the revenue share that comes from China a big enough deterrent from condemning their awful practices? How clever was China's anti-American AI propaganda? What will China's next move be? 140 - Some news on the Governor's mansion arsonist. Where is the Inquirer's coverage on it? None to be found, but let's talk about Paul Revere's ride and Trump! 150 - Introducing your Chicago Bulls! Your calls. 155 - Should soda be allowed on EBT purchases? 2 - The SEPTA Board Chair Ken Lawrence joins the program. Dom's big question is “Why?” Why is there such a cataclysmic shutdown looming with SEPTA? How did Ken become the chair? What is being done about crime on the railways? How are the cameras being deployed, will people be manning all of them? Why is SEPTA involving a special prosecutor for quality of life and fare evading crimes? Who commits these crimes? Why is this prosecutor taking so long to get ready to perform their duties? What is Ken's response to the riders that have had trouble in getting on the trains and fares? Why no rides after 9pm? What about having a Dom Giordano Station? 215 - Your calls on the matter and continuing to poke fun at Henry. 220 - Dom's Money Melody! 225 - Leslie gives her reconciliation. 235 - We've got The Dom Giordano Program action figure set! How accurate are they? 240 - Joe Biden makes his first public comments since being forced out of the Presidential race. And picks up right where he left off with his gibberish. 250 - The Lightning Round!

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[EP 25-152] Think about all the ways the Left has tried to screw America—and somehow convince us we liked it. They told us the education system was about learning. Turns out, it's about learning to hate yourself if you're white, hate your country if you're Black, and hate your parents if they're not waving a rainbow flag while eating bugs and praising Karl Marx. Your kid can't balance a checkbook, but he can tell you which pronouns his hamster prefers. Meanwhile, test scores have plummeted harder than Biden on a staircase.Nation's Report Card shows historic learning lossWelfare? More like WelfRARE. You work 40 hours, and they give your benefits to someone who just arrived illegally and needs a translator to ask where the EBT office is.Joe Biden wants to literally hand out green cards like party favors at the border.Biden admin to give migrants pathway to citizenship The result? Americans living in tents under bridges while illegals get free hotel rooms, room service, and prepaid debit cards. Congrats—your taxes fund Club Med for cartel mules.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-kevin-jackson-show--2896352/support.

Former Missouri State Senator John Lamping joins Marc Cox to discuss economic strategy, government spending, and election reform from a conservative viewpoint. Lamping explains why the current administration's tariff policies are meant to reverse a decades-long economic “conveyor belt” and how a short-term slowdown could lead to long-term growth. They also debate a proposed restriction on EBT card purchases of sugary drinks—blocked by lobbying from soda makers and the grocery industry. Plus, the two talk election reform, including the benefits of moving local elections to November to increase turnout, and the strategic use of low-turnout elections by special interest groups. Finally, Lamping addresses the financial risks tied to Missouri's Medicaid expansion and the dangers of ongoing lobbying

In Hour 2 of The Marc Cox Morning Show, Marc dives into the crucial importance of voter participation in local elections, with key races for school board and mayor on the ballot, along with Proposition B and other local measures. Former State Senator John Lamping joins the show to break down President Trump's current tariff and trade negotiation strategies and how they could reshape American manufacturing and the broader economy. The conversation also turns to Missouri state politics, including proposed restrictions on EBT card purchases, Medicaid expansion, and the push to move local elections to November to improve turnout. With voter dissatisfaction in public education rising, Marc emphasizes the power of showing up to the polls to influence education policy

In a recent interview on 'The Valley Today,' host Janet Michael sat down with John Fox, co-owner of Fox Urban Farms, to discuss the innovative urban farm he runs with his wife, Ann, in Winchester, Virginia. Not only is the venture a woman-owned business, but it also leverages state-of-the-art hydroponics technology to produce crops year-round. John passionately explained how Fox Urban Farms operates out of two mural-clad buildings located near Handley High School. The high-tech hub, equipped with advanced HVAC, plumbing, and computer systems, allows for controlled environmental agriculture (CEA). This means they can manage everything from light cycles and humidity to temperature and nutrients, ensuring optimal growing conditions 365 days a year. The heart of Fox Urban Farms lies in its commitment to the local community. According to John, the farm was designed with accessibility in mind, located centrally to serve as many people as possible. They accept various forms of payment, including SNAP and EBT, and even offer a 50% discount through the Virginia Fresh Match program. John emphasized that healthier food options contribute to a healthier lifestyle, ultimately reducing medical issues and benefiting the community at large. The conversation took a serious turn when Janet asked John about food deserts in downtown Winchester. John shed light on the fact that although Winchester has a range of grocery stores, including some lesser-known international and Hispanic grocery stores, there remains a need for fresh, local produce. Fox Urban Farms actively works to fill this gap by collaborating with local food pantries and ensuring their products are accessible to all. Janet and John also discussed how Fox Urban Farms is creating its own market. While originally experimenting with a wide array of crops, they've narrowed it down to what the market demands. By working closely with local restaurants, caterers, and even bartenders, they meet specific needs while minimizing waste. John revealed that the farm has also become a small hub on Saturdays, featuring other vendors and making it a community spot. Interestingly, John's journey with Fox Urban Farms influenced his decision to join public service. He recently got elected to the Winchester City Council after spending time on the planning commission. His firsthand experience with the challenges of urban farming motivated him to help make local governance more accessible and understandable for everyone. 'If you want to see changes, complaining on social media won't help. You need to get involved,' John stressed. In wrapping up, John extended a hearty invitation to the public to visit Fox Urban Farms, especially on their Saturday markets, and even offered tours for those interested in seeing the innovative farm in action. Whether it's through direct purchases or community involvement, John and Janet underscored that every bit of support helps in building a healthier and more connected community. Learn more about Fox Urban Farms on their website: https://www.foxurbanfarms.com/ or follow them on Facebook. You can visit them on Saturday mornings at 1001 S. Loudoun Street. If you'd like to reach John in his capacity as a city council member, click here.

Ofek Lavian is the Co-founder and CEO of Forage, the mission driven payments company.This is a special episode, because I'm an investor in Forage, and Ofek shares everything he's learned building the company. We go deep on food stamps, also known as EBT or SNAP, the government program that provides over $200 billion dollars per year in benefits that help 42 million low income Americans buy food.Our conversation gets into lessons from Ofek's time leading payments teams at Uber and Instacart, building Instacart's EBT program up to 40 employees and 10% of its total revenue, and why Ofek is so passionate about helping low income Americans.We get into the history of food stamps, market dynamics that led to low online adoption, the days Ofek thought Forage might not make it all the way to now working with the biggest players in online grocery, like Uber and DoorDash, and the long-term opportunity Forage has to build the rails the government uses to distribute trillions of dollars of restricted consumer benefits.Thanks to Numeral for supporting this episode, the end-to-end platform for sales tax and compliance. Try it here: https://bit.ly/NumeralThePeelTimestamps:(4:53) Forage: Helping 42m Americans buy food(5:24) History of food stamps & EBT(9:26) Growing up as an immigrant family with low food access(11:39) 90% of EBT recipients are elderly, disabled, or working parents(12:39) How Forage sells revenue to its customers(14:15) Building Instacart's EBT program during COVID(18:25) Why no one built an EBT payments product(22:13) Joining Forage as a Co-founder(25:01) Why government payments are so hard(30:25) Growing 15x in six months(33:52) Underdiscussed mental health challenges of startups(37:06) How the political environment impacts EBT(43:20) Why Forage charges more than competitors(45:58) Seasonality in EBT spend(46:59) Why early investors passed on Forage(48:10) The trillion dollar opportunity in restricted payments(50:56) “ There's no single idea that has destroyed more business value on planet Earth than the idea that micromanagement is bad.”(54:45) Why Forage doesn't care about job titles(58:51) Lessons backpacking across 28 countries after college(1:02:09) How to travel on a budget(1:04:24) Importance of health(1:06:15) Saving a friends life on Mount EverestReferencedForage: https://www.joinforage.com/Ofek's viral tweet: https://x.com/OfekLavian/status/1766950034581700697Follow OfekTwitter: https://x.com/OfekLavianLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ofeklavian/Follow TurnerTwitter: https://twitter.com/TurnerNovakLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/turnernovakSubscribe to my newsletter to get every episode + the transcript in your inbox every week: https://www.thespl.it/

Superpowers for Good should not be considered investment advice. Seek counsel before making investment decisions. When you purchase an item, launch a campaign or create an investment account after clicking a link here, we may earn a fee. Engage to support our work.Watch the show on television by downloading the e360tv channel app to your Roku, AppleTV or AmazonFireTV. You can also see it on YouTube.Has your business been impacted by the recent fires? Apply now for a chance to receive one of 10 free tickets to SuperCrowdLA on May 2nd and 3rd and gain the tools to rebuild and grow!Devin: What is your superpower?Jilea: Turning vision into realityTraditional grocery shopping is being transformed by cutting-edge technology, and Jilea Hemmings is leading the charge. As the Founder and CEO of Nourish + Bloom Market, she has pioneered the first autonomous grocery store in the U.S. that seamlessly integrates artificial intelligence and robotics to enhance the shopping experience.Jilea's vision for the future of grocery shopping is rooted in convenience, accessibility, and sustainability. By eliminating checkout lines and enabling a frictionless purchasing process, she has created a store that caters to busy professionals, parents, and communities seeking healthier food options with ease. “We wanted to build a space where people could shop efficiently while still having access to fresh, high-quality products,” Jilea explained during our conversation.Her journey to launching Nourish + Bloom Market was driven by a deeply personal mission. After her son was diagnosed with autism, Jilea became passionate about nutrition and the role it plays in health. This led her to develop a business that prioritizes both wellness and innovation. “Our goal was not only to make shopping more efficient but also to ensure that our community has access to nutritious foods,” she shared.Beyond convenience, Nourish + Bloom Market also champions sustainability. The store's model reduces food waste by using real-time inventory tracking and smart purchasing recommendations, ensuring that customers get fresh food while minimizing excess stock. “We're leveraging technology to create a smarter, more responsible way to shop,” Jilea said.As impact-driven entrepreneurs continue to shape the future of retail, Jilea's story stands as an inspiring example of how technology and purpose can come together to make a meaningful difference. Her vision for Nourish + Bloom Market isn't just about making grocery shopping easier—it's about making it better for people and the planet.tl;dr:Jilea Hemmings shares how Nourish + Bloom Market is revolutionizing grocery shopping with autonomous technology.Her journey began with a personal mission to provide healthier, more accessible food options.She explains the role of AI and robotics in creating a seamless and efficient shopping experience.Jilea discusses how visionary leadership helped her turn an ambitious idea into reality.She offers advice on embracing change, identifying gaps, and leveraging technology to drive innovation.How to Develop Visionary Leadership As a SuperpowerJilea Hemmings's superpower is visionary leadership—her ability to see beyond the present and build innovative solutions for the future. She defines her strength as thinking ahead and executing on bold ideas, even when others may not immediately see the potential."I've always believed that innovation comes from seeing what's missing and creating it," Jilea explained in today's episode. "When we built Nourish + Bloom Market, we weren't just opening a store—we were creating a new way for people to shop, integrating technology to make life easier and healthier."Jilea's superpower was on full display when she launched Nourish + Bloom Market, the first autonomous grocery store in the U.S. Her vision wasn't just about convenience—it was about making fresh, healthy food more accessible to everyone. Recognizing gaps in the traditional grocery model, she leveraged AI and robotics to eliminate checkout lines, ensuring a seamless and efficient shopping experience.For those looking to develop their own visionary leadership, Jilea's approach offers valuable insights:Embrace change: The world is evolving—see change as an opportunity rather than a challenge.Identify gaps: Look for what's missing in your industry and imagine how you can fill the void.Execute fearlessly: Bold ideas require action. Take the first step even if the path isn't fully clear.Leverage technology: Innovation often comes from integrating new tools and ideas in unique ways.Stay mission-driven: Visionary leadership isn't just about being first—it's about making a real impact.By following Jilea Hemmings's example and advice, you can make visionary leadership a skill. With practice and effort, you could make it a superpower that enables you to do more good in the world.Remember, however, that research into success suggests that building on your own superpowers is more important than creating new ones or overcoming weaknesses. You do you!Guest ProfileJilea Hemmings (she/her):Founder and CEO, Nourish + Bloom MarketAbout Nourish + Bloom Market: Nourish + Bloom Market is the worlds first Black-owned autonomous grocery store and the first to accept EBT in AI-powered frictionless checkout, pioneering a seamless and inclusive shopping experience. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, the market leverages cutting-edge AI and smart technology to enhance food accessibility and convenience. Committed to bridging food deserts, Nourish + Bloom offers fresh, high-quality, and locally sourced products while integrating sustainability, innovation, and community impact. Through strategic partnerships and technology-driven solutions, the market is redefining the future of grocery retail, making healthy, on-demand shopping more accessible to all.Website: nourishandbloommarket.comOther URL: wefunder.com/nourish.and.bloomBiographical Information: Jilea Hemmings is a visionary entrepreneur and the founder of Nourish + Bloom Market, the world's first Black-owned autonomous grocery store and the first to accept EBT in AI-powered frictionless checkout. A pioneer in the retail technology and food accessibility space, she is dedicated to bridging food deserts and redefining the future of grocery shopping through innovation and sustainability. With a background in business development and a passion for leveraging technology to drive social impact, Jilea has been recognized for her leadership in reshaping the retail landscape. 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Guess what non-Blacks, all -ists...we don' want to be you. We tried to show you peacefully how to treat us, but now you want to erase and revise. The plantations you want to banish me to, is the Amazon warehouse/workhouse you are going to be relegated to without SNAP or your EBT card because of the D-O-G-E of it all.  Good luck with that. Anti-woke, anti-DEI? How does it feel to get your pockets ran legally? Lie down with demons, get up smelling like smoke and covered in ashes, just sayin'. A sucker is born every minute, but even the wisest can be fooled. Check out more on the the profile of a "mark" in The Confidence Game by Maria Konnikova More on Real-T of Reality TV..."Fancy" quit #RHOBH and Snatching Peaches and Edges on #RHOA Contact Us on: https://linktr.ee/tnfroisreading Blue Sky: @tvfoodwinegirl.bsky.social Threads: www.threads.net/@tnfroisreading Instagram: @tnfroisreading Facebook: TNFroIsReading Bookclub   You know your girl is on her hustle, support the show by navigating to: Dale's Angel's Store...For Merch Promo Code: tnfro Writer's Block Coffee Ship A Bag of Dicks Promo Code: tnfrogotjokes Don't forget to drop me a line at tnfroisreading@gmail.com comments on the show or suggestions for Far From Beale St additions.    

In the second hour of today's show, Mark, Melynda, and Ed talk about the Austin Police Association suing APD Chief of Police Lisa Davis and abuse of the EBT system.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a new conversation, Jimmy Chen, founder/CEO of Propel and Ofek Lavian, founder/CEO of Forage, return to discuss current trends in using technology to ensure more people can access government food benefits. “As of January 27, 2025, at least, our plan is to continue to invest in the things that we have confidence that are not going to change over the 20-, 30-, 40-year time horizon, while we stay nimble and adapt to what might change in the next few weeks or months,” says Chen. “EBT funding is influenced significantly because of macroeconomics, probably to a greater extent than the actual policies of the administration of the White House,” Lavian predicts. Listen to hear about the latest technology trends.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Shenandoah Valley Discovery Museum has proven to be a beacon of learning and community engagement in the Valley. In this episode of The Valley Today, Janet Michael sat down with Executive Director Dawn Devine and Director of Development and Marketing Tammy Stevenson to discuss the museum's extensive programs and upcoming events. As the Executive Director, Dawn provided a heartfelt overview of the museum's impact in the previous year, mentioning that they served over 71,000 people directly through their engaging exhibits and hands-on learning opportunities. Additionally, the museum indirectly impacted more than 102,000 individuals through various offsite events and outreach programs. Dawn explained specific community outreach efforts, emphasizing their mission-driven attendance. This initiative includes their Museums for All program, which allows families with EBT cards to enter the museum for a minimal fee. Furthermore, the museum's free Fridays and sensory-friendly nights ensure that everyone, regardless of financial status or sensory needs, can enjoy the museum's offerings. Tammy noted that 10% of their attendance is mission-driven, meaning those visitors benefit from subsidized fees and special accommodations. The museum's inclusive approach extends to their summer camps, where they funded 71 full scholarships out of 500 campers. Dawn explained that the goal is to make these enriching experiences accessible to all, without singling out those who receive financial assistance. Highlighting their commitment to diversity, the museum is working towards becoming fully bilingual, with all parent messaging available in Spanish. Apart from their day-to-day educational activities, the museum also hosts several events. Coming up on March 27th is the “Are You Smarter than a Fourth Grader” event, patterned after the popular TV game show but tailored to fourth-grade curriculum standards. Tammy shared that this fun and educational competition not only spotlights students from local schools but also fosters a deeper appreciation for teachers and the learning process. In May, the museum will benefit from the Frederick County Rotary Club's Golf Ball Drop fundraiser, where participants can sponsor golf balls for a chance to win prizes. Tammy detailed how proceeds from this event will support the museum's foster care pass program, allowing foster families to enjoy the museum for free. For more information about Shenandoah Valley Discovery Museum's programs and events, visit their website: https://discoverymuseum.net/ 

Trump may restore Ukraine aid pending confidence-building measures, White House says; Cuts to Medicaid considered to extend Trump's 2017 tax cuts; Iowans react to nation's first law removing gender identity protections; EBT skimming scandal: no reimbursement for Ohioans who lose SNAP benefits.

This week the guys get back in the field ! Sip [@sse_sip] , Nevatell [@nevatell] , Jaytona [@jaytona4000] & Cambino [@coastboymook] clock in this month to discuss everything from EBT to the ER ! Join us as we explore a bevy of gut punching topics & thought provoking questions since our last episode ! Press play for this premium content featuring Story Time w/ Jay : Snow Edition , Almost a Bitcoin Millionaire, Are You Still A Man w/o money ? , First Born Child or Ya Homie Last Breaths ? , Parent Hood Time Machine and so much more ! For All Your Juice Inquiries Contact [ @islandpunch.co ] on INSTAGRAM !For All Your Custom Rug Needs Please Contact [ @__infinitethreads ] on INSTAGRAM !Recorded : 1/26/25

On this episode of Bulture podcast:-Gary Antuanne Russell Dominates Jose Valenzuela by Decision to Win First World Championship Gervonta Davis vs. Lamont Roach just ended in a majority draw-Meek Mill explains why he doesn't wear suits to speaking engagements: “So they can see me as a black man from the streets”-Nipsey Hussle's brother, Blacc Sam, kicks Rocstar2800 out the “Marathon Burger” grand opening on Melrose Ave-Wack 100 goes off on Rocstar2800 for mentioning his name during his altercation with Blacc Sam-13-year-old refuses to give up his birthday money to his mom so she can pay the bills-McDonald's is now accepting EBT in select locations, coming soon to all locations-A McDonald's in Brooklyn, NY is carding customers at the door to slow down crime, those under 20 need a parent present-Lil Baby's attorney, Drew Findling, has issued a strong response after the Atlanta Police Department suggested the rapper might be connected to a double homicide near his recent video shoot-Couple forced to sit next to a dead body for 4 hours after woman dies mid-flight-Woman gets emotional after being hired by Walmart despite her face tattoos-Jimmy Butler is being sued for failing to pay nearly $400,000 in rent and leaving the property damaged in Miami-Police officer Ralph Woolfolk, who is investigating Lil Baby, is a former Nickelodeon child star from the popular '90s show 'My Brother and Me.'-Viral rapper Dank Demoss recently teased some clips from her OnlyFans page-Thousands possibly exposed to measles in Texas as outbreak grows. At least 146 people have been infected since late January, one child has died- FedEx cargo plane was forced to make an emergency landing in New Jersey after catching fire mid-air-NFL Star Stefon Diggs is SUING model Mulan Hernandez, accusing her of extortion and assault. Diggs claims she physically attacked him, smashed his $130K watch, and there his phone in the toilet, Diggs is seeking monetary relief of over $250k-Mulan Hernandez claims Stefon Diggs assaulted her in June of 2024 resulting in a concussion and he's filed a lawsuit accusing her of extortion to get ahead of it-22 y/o Damien McDaniel charged with 14 murders over 14 months, allegedly responsible for 8.6% of all violent deaths in Birmingham last year-The 49ers are trading WR Deebo Samuel to the Commanders in exchange for a 2025 5th-round pick-Detroit gifts a homeless mother of five a home for life after she tragically lost two of her children to freezing temperatures in a parking lot-Burna Boy responds to woman who claims he promised her a Lambo after sleeping with her-Jim Jones challenges Cam'ron to a $10 million boxing match amid their ongoing feud: “I'll box ya head off”- Turkey Leg Hut's former owner, who once had 175 employees and now has 13, warns staff they'll be fired for using phones during shifts

Larry talks about Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy's decision to cooperate with President Trump and asks if you think people should be able to buy junk foods with SNAP and EBT assistance in hour 1. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Mississippi again turns down millions of dollars to feed low-income kids during summer months-to-feed-low-income-kids-during-summer-months/Mississippi Today, By Kate Royals and Sophia Paffenroth, on February 3, 2025https://mississippitoday.org/2025/02/03/mississippi-again-turns-down-millions-of-dollars-to-feed-low-income-kids-during-summer-months/ Mississippi has once again rejected millions of dollars in federal aid meant to provide food assistance to low-income children during the summer months. This marks the second consecutive year that Governor Tate Reeves has turned down funding from the Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) program, a decision that directly impacts hundreds of thousands of children across the state. The financial impact on struggling families is substantial. During the school year, many low-income families rely on free or reduced-price meals for their children, significantly easing their grocery bills. Without the summer EBT funds, parents are forced to absorb an extra $150 to $200 per month in food costs, stretching already tight budgets even further. For many, this means making difficult choices between essentials like rent, utilities, and food. Reeves' rejection of the funding also raises concerns about the broader societal consequences of food insecurity. Hunger doesn't just impact individual families—it has ripple effects throughout the economy and education system. A malnourished child struggles to focus and learn, which can contribute to lower test scores, higher dropout rates, and long-term economic disadvantages. The refusal to accept these funds reflects a broader pattern of political leaders prioritizing ideological purity over pragmatic solutions. The state government is actively choosing to let children go hungry rather than accept federal aid, despite the fact that this assistance comes at no cost to the state itself. The argument against an "expanding welfare state" rings hollow when the alternative is widespread child hunger. Mississippi's rejection of summer EBT funding is a stark example of policy decisions that prioritize political optics over human lives. While nonprofits and local organizations will continue to do what they can, they are no substitute for comprehensive, well-funded programs designed to address food insecurity at scale. As elections approach, voters will have the opportunity to weigh in on these decisions at the ballot box. Until then, thousands of children in Mississippi will continue to face unnecessary hunger—not because the resources don't exist, but because their leaders refuse to accept them.The Non-Prophets, Episode 24.07.4 featuring Cynthia McDonald, Helen Greene, Eli Slack and Kelley LaughlinBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-non-prophets--3254964/support.

What if the key to overcoming stress and unhealthy habits isn't just in your thoughts but in rewiring your brain? Renowned expert and bestselling author Dr. Laurel Mellin joins us to uncover the transformative power of Emotional Brain Training (EBT), a method that challenges the traditional focus on positive thinking and behavioral changes. Dr. Laurel shares fascinating insights into how emotions are deeply rooted in the brain's neurophysiology, not merely in the heart, and how this understanding can lead to lasting change in our health and well-being.Throughout our conversation, we explore how EBT categorizes five distinct brain states influenced by stress levels and how these states drive behaviors like overeating. Dr. Laurel guides us through the science of stress circuits, particularly the role of the amygdala in activating harmful behaviors when we feel unsafe or unrewarded. By focusing on neuroplasticity, EBT offers a structured method to rewire these circuits, emphasizing the importance of compassion and group support in achieving personal transformation.Join us as we delve into the holistic benefits of EBT, where the cultivation of joy becomes a spiritual and physiological practice. Dr. Laurel's 30-day challenge and her book "One, Two, Three, Joy" provide further resources for those eager to embark on this empowering journey. Discover how EBT is setting the stage for the future of medicine, blending science and emotional health to create profound, lasting change.Get the book:  1-2-3 JOY!: Easy, Natural Weight Loss that is Scientific, Proven, Drug-Free & Fun https://amzn.to/40IOgGtJoin the  EBT support groups https://www.ebtconnect.net/groupsGet the Spiral Up app for free https://www.spiralup.org/Revitalize your faith and fitness with a morning routine that does not sacrifice your sleep and does start each day with God's Word and a workout. Join the community today at www.earlymorninghabit.com ☀️ Grab my FREE TRAINING on 3 Powerful Secrets to Rise Renewed Every Morning.☀️ Join the Early Morning Habit course and community today.➡️ Find Our Favorite Resources at the Early Morning Habit Amazon Shop =============================SUBSCRIBE & FOLLOW ============================= ➡️ YouTube➡️ InstagramWe value your feedback! Please share your thoughts on this show here. This episode is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links; we will receive a small commission if you buy something.

President Trump and Russian President Putin held a meeting in Saudi Arabia about ending the war in Ukraine without Zelensky present, an Austin man has been released on $200 bond after allegedly shooting another man in the head and the state may limit EBT users to more healthy options.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rugby, VIP liquor, a wedding gets messed up, a new single mom is born, Kanye's swastika shirts get refunded, the Vegas solar thing gets shut down, no more EBT soda, duelling vaccine experts write in, a VR game about having racist conversations, a fat woman steals my shopping cart, and Goygamel; all that and more on this episode of The Dick Show!

As the new members of DOGE we renamed a Canadian National Park and busted the Ratmilker's Union and got rid of the cooldown period for making your rat puke. Also you can use EBT to pay for podcasts and massages now and they let you cook salmon in the sauna and the new money has the Tasmanian Devil on it and on the back it has Bible quotes about donkeys making their rat puke   https://www.patreon.com/ChapoFYM https://www.instagram.com/wfymradio/

In this transformative episode, we sit down with Peter Crone, "The Mind Architect," to explore the profound ways our subconscious beliefs shape our reality and how we can break free from self-imposed limitations. Peter shares his unique philosophy on how to redefine our relationship with stress, fear, and past traumas to create a life of true freedom and fulfillment. In this deep and thought–provoking conversation, we open up about our own personal struggles with self-doubt and limiting beliefs—and how Peter's insights provided us with a fresh perspective on growth and transformation. Whether you're looking to optimize your mindset, have a breakthrough moment or simply understand yourself better, this episode is packed with wisdom, humor, and actionable advice to help you live a more authentic, empowered life. Listen now and step into your highest potential! For more information go to petercrone.com Or follow Peter on Instagram: @petercrone Follow us on Instagram: @every.body.talks @jenngiamo @schully Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening. Apple Podcasts Spotify Be sure to leave a 5 star rating! It really helps grow the show. If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing!

On our podcast, we have often talked about the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP. In many of those conversations, we've talked about the benefits and eligibility, and ways to improve the work that SNAP does to help low-income families meet their food needs. In today's podcast, we're going to turn our attention to a particular challenge, and it's the SNAP skimming fraud. To help us understand this and the larger context of SNAP, we have the great pleasure of talking with Salaam Bhatti, who is the director of SNAP at the Food Research and Action Center, or FRAC. Interview Summary So, let's provide a little bit of level setting for our listeners. Can you tell us what role SNAP plays in the lives of individuals who are facing low income or food insecurity? Yeah, Norbert, the problem with being in the richest, most powerful nation in world history is that we are facing a food and hunger crisis. We have the means, we have the resources to solve for it, but we haven't. For the record, the USDA, the United States Department of Agriculture, did a study last year. They do this study every year where they report food security in the country. In 2023, 86.5 percent of U. S. households were food secure. The remaining 13.5 percent, which is 18 million households, were food insecure. And this was an increase from 2022. So, 86.5 percent of food security is barely a B+. To be in the most powerful wealthiest nation in the world and we're barely getting a B+ in this space is unacceptable. And so, we saw some really interesting policies happen during the pandemic. We saw emergency allotments come in for the SNAP program, where all households received the maximum benefit amount for their households. And that, unfortunately, sunset. When that emergency allotment was in place, food insecurity-surprise, surprise-decreased. But not just that, we also saw Medicaid healthcare spending costs decrease as well. Because who would have thought that when people had food security, they didn't need to go to the emergency room because their blood sugar was low. So, we're experiencing a lot of challenges where we've seen the government show its hand that it can end poverty. It can end hunger. It just chooses not to. We know that SNAP is an entitlement program. It's available to anyone who meets the eligibility requirements. But we know that everyone who's eligible doesn't participate in the SNAP program. Can you help us think about how more people can be enrolled who are eligible. And maybe we even need to think more broadly about what is eligibility? What are your thoughts about this? In a given month these days, about 42 million people participate in SNAP. That's a lot of people. I would say that 42 million people are participating in it every day, but unfortunately, SNAP benefits do not last the whole month. By the third week of the month, people's SNAP benefits have been exhausted. Now, taking a step back, in case the listeners don't know how SNAP benefits work, it's a, as you said, a government program. And it comes in the form of an electronic benefits transfer card, an EBT card. It looks like a credit card, looks like a debit card. But really, it's more like a hotel card key, because it doesn't have the security measures, which we can talk about later in the show. It doesn't have the security measures that a credit and a debit card have. It is essentially a glorified hotel key. It's got the magnetic stripe on the back, circa 20 years ago. Maybe 15. I'm dating myself. I don't know how long ago it was we were swiping the cards. But all you gotta do is you swipe the card and you type in your PIN. And then you can use it at the EBT retailer. That is in a nutshell how 40 million people are utilizing SNAP benefits every single month. The program itself is also vital to retailers as well. We've seen that every dollar of SNAP benefits generates about $1.54 in economic activity during an economic downturn. So that means that when somebody is using their SNAP benefits at the grocery store, it's helping that grocery store keep the lights on. You know, employ the cashiers. And we need to employ cashiers, enough of this self-checkout stuff. It helps to pay the truck driver who's transporting the produce to the store. And it ultimately even helps pay the farmer for growing the crop. So, it's a great investment from the federal government into not just our households to help them put food on the table, but really into the whole local economy. And it is immediately used directly by the people and helps so many people. Now so, to your question about how do we enroll more people? Well, luckily we are at a time where the USDA reports that in the fiscal year 2022, 88 percent of eligible individuals were participating in SNAP. And that is the highest participation rate we've seen since they started tracking this in the past 50 years. That's great. But again, it's just a B+ so we can do better. There is room to improve. In the study, it showed that older adults, those who are over 60, they're participating at lower rates with only 55 percent of eligible members in that age category participating. We also have so many military families and veterans who are eligible, but don't participate. This SNAP gap is something that our partners are working throughout the states, throughout the entire country. We're working in partnership with a lot of federal agencies and partners as well. So, how do you ultimately close the SNAP gap? We're seeing a lot of targeted outreach. Seeing a lot of education efforts, but, you know, with 88 percent of eligible people participating, what's going on-on the local level? And unfortunately, Norbert, we've seen that state agencies which administer the SNAP program are unfortunately understaffed and they're underfunded. I used to be a state advocate at the Virginia Poverty Law Center. And when I was, hustling in the halls and lobbying for a million households with low income, I became friends with our social services agency because we had similar goals. We wanted to help households with low income. And we came to learn that the agency that we are relying on to administer the program was never getting their budget met by the legislative assembly. So, what we did was we got into partnership with them to advocate for their budget so that they could retain their staff, and so that the staff could do the job. That is something that we have to do across the states. Support these social service agencies in getting the funding so that they can have the staffing so that they can administer the programs in a timely way. Unfortunately, I don't know if you've seen this but earlier this year, the USDA Secretary Vilsack sent out a letter to like 44 state agencies, including D. C. and Guam. Being very concerned about their timeliness issues because they're supposed to complete the application reviews and determine eligibility within 30 days. And that's for a normal SNAP application. You have seven days for expedited applications. And 44 of these agencies were not meeting the mark. That's bad for, in terms of deadlines, but even worse for the families experiencing the food insecurity. So that is a very layered answer. It's the seven-layer dip answer of how we increase participation. Well, we need more staff to, to help that out. I hear that, and I'm really grateful for how you hit it at this point, and I want to draw a little more attention to it. While you talk about 88 percent participation, it looks different on a state-by-state level. Some states have a higher level of participation, other states don't. Do you think it's really the ability of those state agencies to provide that support, or do you think there are other factors that may be influencing the differential participation rates across states? Yeah, so we saw a big retirement, the great resignation, that happened during the pandemic. There were so many state agency employees, you know, who were, who were doing the job because they were passionate about it. They were also at retirement age. So, we saw quite a resignation happen. Because it was incredibly difficult. It was traumatizing to be involved in this space. And so, they resigned, or they retired, or they moved on to somewhere else. The new workers came in and they learned the programs with the flexibilities that were provided during the pandemic. Now, they have to relearn the program because all those flexibilities are gone. So, we're seeing a lot of administrative burden taking place within these agencies. I have a colleague, Carolyn Barnes, who's worked on this idea of administrative burden and the challenge of what's sometimes referred to as street level bureaucrats. The people who are on the ground who do the administration of these programs and the challenges that they face and the ways they engage folks. I appreciate hearing more about this. And I'm going to ask a potentially controversial question then. What if we took that responsibility out of the hands of state agencies and privatized that? What would that look like? Oh, and people have tried that. Governments have tried that, and it's always resulted in net losses. Not only has it cost the states more, but it has also led to the participants not receiving their benefits, or receiving less than, or receiving an error of more than. So many errors have resulted, which has made the program and administration worse. Which is an interesting question because a lot of people don't know that there are skilled employees at the helm within the agencies that are working on these eligibility determinations. They're known as merit-based staff. And every now and then you'll see a Farm Bill, that's the piece of legislation that houses the SNAP program, it'll come in and they'll try to privatize parts of the program. In the guise of, 'Oh, we're just wanting to help the agencies out and get the benefits to the people.' But listen, the several states that have privatized their benefit programs have learned the hard way and they've done away with those privatization efforts. Okay. I want to turn our attention to something that you hinted at, and we talked about at the top of the program. This idea of skimming or the SNAP skimming fraud. And this is not something that participants are doing. It's something that's happening negatively to participants. So, could you tell us a little bit more about this skimming issue? You know, skimming is a very serious problem that has affected all types of consumers. It's a device that gets put on the point-of-sale system, like that thing that you insert your card into or swipe at the checkout. And it's indistinguishable from the actual point of sale system. You could have a trained eye and still not be able to tell that this point-of-sale system has been compromised. So, what happens is when somebody uses a compromise point of sale system, their information, their card number, their pin is all taken. And within the same day, within an hour, you'll see the benefits are extracted. Usually in an entirely different state, and just the account balance is completely wiped out. The SNAP participant does not find out. If they don't check their account balance, they won't find out until the next time they're at the grocery store and they've done their, you know, 30 minutes of 45 minutes of shopping, with their kids in tow, and they've put everything on the conveyor belt and they're checking out and they swipe their card. And it says your payment is declined. And that is an awful harrowing situation that people are subjected to in the richest nation on the planet. They can't even use their government benefits to put food on the table. And then the process that currently exists to replace those stolen benefits is a lot of administrative burdens there as well. Where you have to you go home without the food, you fill out a piece of paper to say what happened, and then it takes weeks for you to get your benefits replaced. And God forbid that this happens to you more than twice in one year because the current resolution from Congress only allows two benefit replacements every year. But I mean, Norbert the question might be, who's stealing all this stuff? And why aren't the states doing something about it? Or why isn't the SNAP participant doing more to protect themselves? What we have to understand is that there are federal authorities, the FBI, are looking into this. They are investigating this because tens of millions of government dollars have been stolen. Over 120,000 households have been affected. This is big. This is bigger than the SNAP participant. This is bigger than the state. This is bigger than the retailers. And so, there's a lot for the federal government to do not just in replacing the benefits. Because that's you know, you we have a hole in the boat and we can't throw money at the hole. We need to fix the hole. So, what are we looking at here? We're looking at the opportunity to Secure our cards, secure the EBT card, by moving to chip. So, that is the next big thing You know what I appreciate out of this conversation is the experience of individuals who are using their SNAP benefits and they go to the store and the pain of discovering that their SNAP benefits have been expended. Not by them, but through some other means. I know the experience of having identity theft and, losing a credit card and not being able to do it. But I'm not in a situation where that means I'm not able to put food on my table. So, thank you for bringing our attention to the individual tragedy of that experience. And I think that's something important. But what you're also hinting at is that this is not some small-time incident. This is something much bigger. And of course, the federal government has a deep interest in trying to address this issue. And there needs to be some fix. And how this fix occurs also needs to be cognizant of the individual experience of low income individuals who are just struggling to make sure that they're able to solve this food problem. Yeah, you were talking about identity theft and when identity theft happens in the private sector things are resolved pretty quickly. If your credit card is hacked, nowadays you can just go online and say dispute charge and everything's taken care of within 24 hours. But can you imagine like not getting food benefits, like your debit card, your bank account being emptied, and you don't get everything back for weeks. It's mind numbing. It's really awful to think about. You've mentioned some technology fixes. And seems like they're pretty well known, the chip technology. Are there other fixes or in terms of technology or security systems that could help prevent this skimming challenge? One of the other challenges we're facing with the skimming is that the replacement benefits are temporary, it's going to expire on December 20th of this year (2024). And this is an extension that happened after the original replacement benefits, which was just under two years. These short-term fixes, or these short-term replacement benefit strategies are not what we need. We really need a permanent replacement benefit because no matter how secure the card gets, criminals are just going to be creative, and they will attack every single type of card as they continue to do with chip cards. Because we're talking about skimming, there's also something called shimming. S H I M M I N G. And that's when the point-of-sale system isn't compromised from the top, but from within, where you insert the card. That's shimming. So, that's something that exists as well. Chip cards will go a long way to decreasing the benefit theft when chip cards rolled out in the private sector it reduced theft by like around 90 percent. We're hopeful and optimistic that similar patterns will emerge there. But that's of course not 100 percent. It's not AA+++ It's a reason for why permanent replacement benefits need to continue. When it comes to chip card benefits, your listeners might be like, wait, wait, wait, this is 2024. We still have cards that haven't gone chip? It's because there's so many layers in the financial sector of what's going on the back end of these cards. So thankfully there was this massive process known as the x9 process where the entire industry came together. All the card manufacturers, grocers, convenience stores, retailers, banks, us humble nonprofits, and we came in to talk about what needs to be done. And so, they finally released the standards just over a month ago. And now we have two states in the running California and Oklahoma to roll out chip cards in the new year. All eyes are on Cali and Oklahoma to see how it goes before, I guess other states are going to hop on. The chip card is going to be the next big thing in the SNAP benefits world. Thank you for sharing this. I want to ask you one additional question about this technology issue. And it's related to a project I'm working on. It's the idea of online grocery shopping and the expansion of the SNAP benefits for online grocery shopping. And I'm wondering if there's any relationship between what you're seeing in skimming and the ability to use online grocery shopping. Or are these completely disconnected? I haven't seen anything regarding theft online, it's all been physical. We are seeing some promising things coming out of online shopping, especially for people who are living in areas without food access. Once we can bridge that gap of getting fresh food, like the produce and meats and chicken and fish, to people who are far away from grocery stores, then we've found the magic solution. But it's a promising trend on the online delivery space. Oh, that's awesome. I want to ask you just more generally about SNAP and where FRAC is right now. Where are you all thinking about in this space? And then what are ways that you can get just regular everyday people to help in the policy work of eliminating food insecurity? For more than 50 years, FRAC has been working to improve health, nutrition, and the well-being of people who have been struggling with poverty related hunger in the United States. Now, we have made tremendous strides in the fight against hunger. We've played a critical role in expanding SNAP. We've secured increased benefits for households with low incomes through landmark legislation, litigation. But unfortunately our work is far from over and we are really trying to work ourselves out of jobs. We cannot do it alone. We really need all hands on deck, especially as we are seeing in this upcoming Farm Bill effort some cuts that are being suggested or offered to SNAP benefit. We really need all hands on deck to protect this program. To build a nation free from hunger we encourage your listeners to go to frac.org, frac.org. Sign up for our action network and urge your members of Congress to prioritize ending hunger in America. Now, I know that oftentimes we're not sure what we should be saying to our Congress members. Our action network tells you all the things and it helps you really quickly and easily customize templates. Send in your own messages to your members of Congress. And also learn about hunger in your state and the solutions that exist as well. So, what will it achieve for you at the end of the day? Your efforts will advance bold and equitable policy and program solutions. And provide technical assistance and training to thousands of anti hunger advocates across the country, because we're collecting your stories. And your stories help impact Congressmembers. It helps us win their hearts. Bio Salaam Bhatti joined FRAC in November 2023 as the SNAP Director. In this role, he works to strengthen SNAP access and benefit adequacy. Salaam works closely with the Interim President to develop, lead, and track annual work plans; set and meet unit goals; collaborate with other unit Directors to assist in achieving FRAC's strategic plan goals; and expand the unit's innovation and work. Salaam joined FRAC after working at the Virginia Poverty Law Center (VPLC). While at VPLC, he successfully lobbied to fully repeal the drug felon ban for SNAP and TANF, twice achieved record increases to TANF cash benefits, subsidized reduced-priced school meals, repealed the TANF family cap, ended lunch shaming policies in schools, and received a unanimous vote to expand SNAP for over 20,000 families.  Salaam also helped develop a mobile-friendly, SNAP screening tool which is used by tens of thousands of people & multiple non-profits and has been rolled out to be available for all states and D.C. He received the Young Alumni Achievement Award from Albright College for his work in alleviating poverty and promoting Muslim-Jewish relations. Salaam also received the inaugural Stuart A. Freudberg Award for Regional Partnership for his work with Maryland and DC Hunger Solutions to address food insecurity across the metropolitan Washington area from the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments. Salaam has a J.D. from Touro Law School, is barred in New York and Virginia, and received his Bachelors in Political Science and International Relations from Albright College (with a year abroad in the University of Aberdeen). 

Episode 104 Lawrence 'Larry' Riegel  On Christmas, 2009, 57 year old Lawrence 'Larry' Riegel of Yakima, Washington talked to his family on the phone for the last time. He was in a good mood despite a recent surgery and some medical issues, and reached out to several friends and family members that day. According to people that spoke with Larry, he was making dinner for his live in girlfriend, Ladena Mann, and waiting for her to come home. The next day when Larry failed to show up for a family gathering, his family began to worry about him. Several calls to Larry went unanswered. When Larry's sister Susan, who is our guest in this episode, drove to his home, she found Ladena there, bur no sign of Larry. Ladena told Susan that Larry had gone to see friends on the coast because he was 'feeling Blue' , but his car was still there, and the story did not sit right with Susan.  Days later, after still no word from Larry, his family tried to report him missing to Yakima police. That's when they were informed that Ladena had filed a domestic violence report on Larry regarding an incident that she alleged happened after his family last saw him. Larry's family does not believe Ladena's story, and they are suspicious of her. After he vanished, Ladena used Larry's EBT several times without permission, and she was charged with welfare fraud.  Police believe that Larry met with foul play, and that Ladena knows more than she's saying. There is also suspicion of a now deceased tenant of Larry's who owed him back rent. To date, no charges have been filed against anyone in Larry's case.  Today, Larry would be 72 years old. He is a White male, standing 6ft2 and weighing 200 pounds. He has Gray hair, and Hazel eyes. He sometimes wears eyeglasses. Due to medical issues, Larry walks with a limp on his left leg. If you have any information about Larry's case, please contact the Yakima Police Department 509-576-6573. To learn more, please visit the Facebook page for Larry's case.  In this episode, Larry's sister Susan, discusses the details of the case, as well as her suspicions.  To listen to this episode ad-free and get access to other podcast benefits, consider an AbJack Insider subscription.  To contact the podcast or learn more about the cases we discuss visit: Missingpersonspodcast.com Follow us on Social media on Facebook or Twitter

In this inspiring episode of Mom on the Verge, Katie is joined by Dr. Laurel Mellin, a health psychologist, New York Times bestselling author, and founder of Emotional Brain Training (EBT). Together, they explore how rewiring the brain's emotional circuits can lead to a life of joy, resilience, and purpose. Dr. Mellin shares her 40-year journey as a professor of medicine at UCSF, where she developed EBT—a proven method to prevent and treat health issues by addressing their root causes in the emotional brain. Learn how EBT supports natural weight loss, improves mental health, enhances relationships, and equips parents with tools for exceptional parenting. Key Takeaways How joy is key to navigating challenges and promoting overall well-being The role of the emotional brain in decision-making, stress, and relationships How EBT rewires negative circuits and shifts your brain's default state to joy Practical tools to cultivate emotional resilience and improve mental clarity Dr. Mellin's latest books and resources for living a more joyful, purposeful life About Dr. Mellin Dr. Laurel Mellin is a health psychologist and New York Times bestselling author who developed Emotional Brain Training (EBT) during her 40 years as a professor of medicine at the University of California, San Francisco. EBT is a groundbreaking method for rewiring the emotional brain to prevent and treat most health problems, foster optimal resilience, and create a life of joy and purpose. Dr. Mellin is the author of several books, including: 1-2-3 JOY: Easy, Natural Weight Loss that is Scientific, Proven & Fun 3 Minutes Flat: Change Your Circuits to Change Your Life The EBT program includes practical tools, an app, and a supportive community to help individuals achieve natural weight loss, better mental health, stronger relationships, and effective parenting. Learn more about Emotional Brain Training: Follow on Follow on Connect on Explore her book 1-2-3 JOY: Some Updates For Me! The week after this releases, my website is being transferred to a new name. There may be some glitches along the way. I apologize if you have any trouble visiting Mom on the Verge. If that happens and you want to reach me, contact me through instagram or through email. Instagram: @katie.farinas Email: katie@momontheverge.org Tune in to learn how joy and emotional brain training can transform your health, relationships, and purpose! Check out my previous episode on Joy Versus Happiness!

Join us for an enlightening conversation with Feng Shui experts and authors of Mindful Living, Laura Morris and Anjie Cho. In this episode, we dive deep into the transformative power of Feng Shui to create spaces that nurture balance and well-being. Explore the ancient wisdom of the five elements—wood, fire, earth, metal, and water—and learn how they can guide your design choices to cultivate harmony in your home and life. Laura and Anjie share insights on how colors, shapes, and textures embody these elements, and how you can use them intentionally to enhance the flow of energy in your home. Discover the symbolic meanings hidden in everyday design elements, practical tips for decluttering and creating mindful spaces, and how to align your surroundings with your personal intentions. Whether you're a Feng Shui novice or looking to refine your practice, this episode will inspire you to reimagine your environment as a source of positivity and joy. Tune in and transform your space—one mindful decision at a time. Follow Anji and Laura on IG @mindfuldesignschool Or go to their website at Mindful Design School Or check out their book Mindful Living: A Guide to the Everyday Magic of Feng Shui Follow us on Instagram: @every.body.talks @jenngiamo @schully Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening. Apple Podcasts Spotify Be sure to leave a 5 star rating! It really helps grow the show. If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing!

In this inspiring episode, Anjie Cho and Laura Morris, renowned feng shui experts and co-authors of Mindful Living: A Guide to the Everyday Magic of feng shui share their insights on the transformative power of feng shui. Together, they explore how intentional design and mindfulness can create harmony in both your home and life. Discover practical tips for balancing your space, nurturing your energy, and aligning your environment with your personal goals. Whether you're new to Feng Shui or looking to deepen your practice, this conversation offers actionable advice for cultivating well-being through the art of mindful living. Tune in to learn how small, thoughtful changes can lead to a more meaningful and joyful life! Follow Anji and Laura on IG @mindfuldesignschool Or go to their website at Mindful Design School Or check out their book Mindful Living: A Guide to the Everyday Magic of Feng Shui Follow us on Instagram: @every.body.talks @jenngiamo @schully Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening. Apple Podcasts Spotify Be sure to leave a 5 star rating! It really helps grow the show. If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing!

In this uplifting episode, we dive into the world of optimism with Dr. Deepika Chopra, affectionately known as "The Optimism Doctor." Blending psychology, neuroscience, and mindfulness, Dr. Chopra shares actionable insights on how to cultivate a positive mindset in challenging times. We explore the science behind optimism, its profound effects on mental and physical health, and practical tools to reframe your perspective. From her groundbreaking research to her personal journey of embracing joy and resilience, this conversation will leave you feeling empowered and inspired to live with intention. Don't miss this transformative discussion with one of the leading voices in wellness and positivity! Tune in for a dose of optimism that could change your outlook—and your life. For more information go to allthingsarelookingup.com Or Follow Dr. Deepika Chopra on Instagram @drdeepikachopra Follow us on Instagram: @every.body.talks @jenngiamo @schully Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening. Apple Podcasts Spotify Be sure to leave a 5 star rating! It really helps grow the show. If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing!

On today's episode, we sit down for a second time with Dr Wendy Bazilian, Registered Dietitian, Nutritionist, certified Exercise Physiologist, and frequent expert contributor on LIVE with Kelly & Mark. We have a fun chat with Wendy about her new podcast, "1000 Waking Minutes" and learn about the three pillars she feels are most important to optimize these precious minutes toward your healthiest, most fulfilling life! Dr. Bazilian explores the importance of carving out time for yourself in a fast-paced world; shares insights on the transformative power of movement—especially the simplicity and joy of walking—and how it can fuel both physical and mental well-being. We dive into the art of self-acceptance, learning to embrace where you are in your wellness journey while staying open to growth. Packed with practical tips and empowering advice, this conversation is a gentle reminder to prioritize yourself, rediscover wellness on your terms, and build a lifestyle rooted in balance and positivity. Perfect for anyone looking to find harmony in their busy lives, this episode will leave you motivated to take those first steps—literally and figuratively—toward a healthier, happier you! For more information on Dr. Wendy go to: wendybazilian.com Listen to Dr. Wendy's podcast: 1000 Waking Minutes Follow Dr. Wendy on Instagram: @bazilians Follow us on Instagram: @every.body.talks @jenngiamo @schully Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening. Apple Podcasts Spotify Be sure to leave a 5 star rating! It really helps grow the show. If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing!

It's the ultimate rewind! We're counting down YOUR Top 5 favorite episodes of the year! From thought-provoking conversations to laugh-out-loud moments, this episode is a celebration of the stories, insights, and voices that resonated most with you. Join us as we revisit unforgettable highlights and the moments that kept you coming back for more. Who made the cut? Which episodes topped your list? Tune in for a trip down memory lane, a little behind-the-scenes commentary, and maybe even a sneak peek at what's next. Got a favorite episode we didn't mention? Let us know! Your voice shapes this show, and we're grateful for your ongoing support. Hit play and let's relive the magic together! Follow us on Instagram: @every.body.talks @jenngiamo @schully Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening. Apple Podcasts Spotify Be sure to leave a 5 star rating! It really helps grow the show. If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing!

We are welcoming back nutritionist and author Kim Shapira for Part II of our conversation. In this episode, we dive deeper into the nuances of hunger, cravings, and the emotional complexities of weight loss. Kim breaks down the difference between true hunger and emotional cravings, offering practical strategies to identify and navigate each. We explore the rising popularity of GLP-1 medications (i.e. Ozempic, Mounjaro), discussing their role in weight management and the importance of addressing the mental and emotional aspects of health along with the physical. Kim shares her expert perspective on why sustainable weight loss requires a balance between biology, psychology, and behavior. Tune in to learn how to cultivate a healthier relationship with food, manage emotional triggers, and reframe your mindset for lasting change. Whether you're on a weight loss journey or seeking a deeper understanding of your body's cues, this episode provides valuable tools for everyone. For more information: kimshapiramethod.com Follow Kim on Instagram: @kimshapiramethod To order your own food sensitivity test go to everlywell.com Or to order the berberine supplement that Kim recommends: Designs for Health Berberine Follow us on Instagram: @every.body.talks @jenngiamo @schully Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening. Apple Podcasts Spotify Be sure to leave a 5 star rating! It really helps grow the show. If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing!

In this episode, we sit down with Kim Shapira, a seasoned nutritionist and the creator of the Kim Shapira Method—a revolutionary approach to sustainable, long-term health. Kim takes us through the principles behind her unique method, which emphasizes listening to your body, cultivating mindful eating habits, and breaking free from restrictive dieting. She shares practical tips on how to trust your hunger cues, build a healthy relationship with food, and find a balanced path to wellness that aligns with your lifestyle. Tune in to learn how Kim's method is helping people all over the world achieve their health goals without feeling deprived, stressed, or overwhelmed. Whether you're seeking weight management advice or just want a better relationship with food, this episode offers a refreshing perspective on what it really means to nourish yourself. For more information: kimshapiramethod.com Follow Kim on Instagram: @kimshapiramethod Follow us on Instagram: @every.body.talks @jenngiamo @schully Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening. Apple Podcasts Spotify Be sure to leave a 5 star rating! It really helps grow the show. If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing!

In this week's episode, we're talking about Boston's LGBTQ history and identity with Joan Ilacqua of The History Project, a community archive, repository, historical society, and museum for the local queer community. This is a complex story, and we get into everything from gay marriage legalization (it happened here first!), to "Boston marriages," to the city's first pride parade, to its current queer hot spots.Plus, my wild night at Kowloon.Marriages begin at Cambridge City Hall. Tastykake's Butterscotch Krimpets. Atlas Obscura on Boston Coolers.Have feedback on this episode or ideas for upcoming topics? DM me on Instagram, email me, or send a voice memo.Send us a textPremium Q Moving & Storage: Get free boxes and 10% off your move by clicking HERE or call 781-730-6180 for a quote. Boston Choral Ensemble presents "Northern Light" at 6 p.m. on December 7 at Old South Church (Copley Square, Boston). Advance tickets: $25 general admission; $15 students/seniors; $10 children; $0 EBT card holders. All additional tickets after the first two can be purchased for $10. For more information, visit bostonchoral.org.

Joy Bauer is one of the nation's leading health authorities. As the nutrition and healthy lifestyle expert for NBC's TODAY show, Joy shares reliable, practical, and easy to follow advice that helps millions of people eat better, live healthier, and lead more fulfilling lives. She is a #1 New York Times bestselling author with 14 bestselling books to her credit.   On today's episode, she hares valuable information about how to use food as medicine, naturally cure common ailments and prevent disease through nutrition.   Learn how the right foods and combinations of them can treat everything from arthritis to memory loss to heart disease. Joy reveals some of easiest and most delicious ways to cook and eat healthfully for life!   Joy's Instagram   Joy's Website Sign up for Joy's free newsletter: joybauer.com/newsletter Learn more about Joy's delicious no-sugar protein muffins and 50+ multivitamins by visiting bejoyly.com Follow us on Instagram: @every.body.talks @jenngiamo @schully Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening. Apple Podcasts Spotify Be sure to leave a 5 star rating! It really helps grow the show. If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing!

State Senate candidate Kelly Dooner joins the show to discuss her race and the investigation into the massive increase in EBT cards and the migrant crisis. Plus, Joe Biden declares Trump needs to be locked up. Visit the Howie Carr Radio Network website to access columns, podcasts, and other exclusive content.

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State Senate candidate Kelly Dooner returns to the show to reveal new findings about the massive increase in active EBT cards. Plus, illegal immigrants continue to commit crimes. Visit the Howie Carr Radio Network website to access columns, podcasts, and other exclusive content.

State Senate candidate Kelly Dooner joins the show again to discuss the massive discrepancy in EBT card users and the number of active cards in the state. Plus, Toby Leary joins the show to discuss his successful signature collection efforts, and MFI's Sam Whiting joins the show to talk about a Tewksbury library which tried to cancel a lecture on transgenders playing in women's sports. Visit the Howie Carr Radio Network website to access columns, podcasts, and other exclusive content.

State Senate candidate Kelly Dooner joins the show to discuss the massive surge in EBT cards, reaching 2.6 million. Plus, Toby Leary provides an update the success of his signature collection efforts. Visit the Howie Carr Radio Network website to access columns, podcasts, and other exclusive content.

Dr. Laurel Mellin discusses her groundbreaking technique known as Emotional Brain Training (EBT). Dr. Mellin, a professor at UCSF and New York Times bestselling author, explains how EBT, a method shown in peer-reviewed studies to help with weight loss and maintenance, targets the root cause of stress-induced overeating by reprogramming the brain's emotional circuits. The discussion covers the scientific basis of EBT, the importance of addressing stress to manage weight, and practical techniques to rewire negative circuits in the brain for lasting change. Dr. Mellin also provides insight into how brain states influence our behavior and emotions and shares actionable strategies for listeners to start their own journey toward healthier habits and a more joyful life. 00:00 Introduction 01:33 What is Emotional Brain Training (EBT)? 02:47 The Science Behind EBT and Weight Loss 05:25 Understanding Stress and Overeating 06:28 The Eight Chemicals of Overeating 07:58 Rewiring the Brain with EBT 09:18 The Role of Stress in Obesity 21:26 The Five Emotional States 27:49 Rewiring Circuits for Lasting Change 32:43 Rewarding Yourself Naturally 33:55 The Role of EBT in Managing Cravings 35:47 Techniques for Brain State Management 40:10 Identifying and Rewiring Circuits 51:29 Practical Steps for Emotional Brain Training 53:57 Conclusion For more from Dr. Laurel Mellin, you can find her online at www.brainbasedhealth.org or www.ebtconnect.net. Her latest book, 1-2-3 JOY!: Easy, Natural Weight Loss that is Scientific, Proven, Drug-Free & Fun can be found where books are sold. Ready to uplevel every part of your life? Order Liz's new book 100 Ways to Change Your Life: The Science of Leveling Up Health, Happiness, Relationships & Success now!  To join The Liz Moody Podcast Club Facebook group, go to www.facebook.com/groups/thelizmoodypodcast. Connect with Liz on Instagram @lizmoody, or subscribe to her newsletter by visiting www.lizmoody.com. This episode is sponsored by: LMNT: go to DrinkLMNT.com/LizMoody to get a free LMNT sample pack with any order. Puori: head to puori.com/LIZMOODY and use promo code LIZMOODY for 20% sitewide. Cymbiotika: use code LIZMOODY on cymbiotika.com to get 15% off plus free shipping on subscription orders. Great Lakes Wellness: use code LIZMOODY for 25% off your first purchase at greatlakeswellness.com. Olive and June: visit oliveandjune.com/LIZMOODY for 20% off your first Mani System. Naväge: go to Navage.com/LIZMOODY and use the promo code LIZMOODY for a free cleaning kit with your starter pack. The Liz Moody Podcast cover art by Zack. The Liz Moody Podcast music by Alex Ruimy. Formerly the Healthier Together Podcast.  This podcast and website represents the opinions of Liz Moody and her guests to the show. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for information purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions. The Liz Moody Podcast Episode 270. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices