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David Littman got into the lighting industry as a young man, acquiring a small, struggling manufacturing business. Across the span of four decades, he's built an empire. Hudson Valley's portfolio now includes its namesake brand plus CSL, Troy Lighting, Corbett, Mitzi, and, more recently, Sonneman and Schoolhouse. On this episode of the podcast Littman tells host Dennis Scully about why the lighting business is leaving China, why the only weapon against dupes is new product, and why he's looking beyond lighting at the whole home. This episode is sponsored by Ernesta and Resource FurnitureLINKSHudson Valley Lighting GroupDennis ScullyBusiness of Home
This week, Dmitry Tokarev joins the show to discuss how he built one of crypto's largest institutional custody platforms. We deep dive into the Copper origin story, what's broken with crypto custody today, Dmitry's new venture (Bron) and more. Enjoy! -- Follow Dmitry: https://x.com/tokarev_d Follow Jason: https://x.com/JasonYanowitz Follow Empire: https://x.com/theempirepod -- ZKsync is the Bank Stack of Ethereum. It is a network of chains secured by cryptography, not validators. Its cutting-edge ZK innovation enables the privacy, performance and connectivity that businesses need to thrive in the digital assets economy -- Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction (05:14) The Copper Origin Story (14:55) How To Scale a Company (19:07) ZKsync Ad (19:50) Blockworks Investor Relations (20:40) Building Bron: How To Fix Crypto Custody (34:18) Why Bron Is Launching a Token (43:10) Lessons Learned From Fundraising (48:35) What To Own in 2026? -- Disclaimer: Nothing said on Empire is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Santiago, Jason, Rob and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.
Join a powerful brotherhood of men committed to transforming their lives by building strength, sharpening their mindset, and becoming disciplined leaders for their families, communities, and the world. Link to join => https://www.skool.com/refinedintegrity/about In Today's Episode We have to be the tortoise. Just don't give up. I'm working on sharing the wisdom I have learned in business at 50 years old. Here is the Truth about character. Listen Now! Other Resources! > Set Up Your Consultation with our Indexed Universal Life Insurance Team = > https://freedominsurancellc.com/consultation > Track your entire crypto portfolio, build exit strategies and receive real-time sell alerts, all in one simple dashboard. Do all of this with our Crypto Tracking App Merlin! Get 30 Days of Merlin Free => https://www.merlincrypto.com/ > Learn about how to join our 3T Warrior Academy https://sale.3twarrioracademy.com/home?utm_source=linktree&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=CJV Warriors Rise! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What if your email funnel didn't just tell your audience what you do, but actually pulled them into an experience they didn't want to leave?In this Empire Exclusive episode, you're getting a behind-the-scenes look at how Kristin Lawton turned her brand into an interactive, cocktail-inspired journey that gets people clicking (and buying). If your emails feel a little forgettable right now, this conversation will help you to see that your email funnel might not be broken, you just haven't made it fun enough to engage with. TAKEAWAYS:Your brand isn't just your visuals, it's every single touchpoint someone experiences, and your marketing should amplify that, not carry the entire weight.If you want people to buy from your emails, you have to train them to click first, and that means building interaction into your email funnel before ever pitching an offer.A “choose-your-own-adventure” style email funnel creates engagement by putting your subscriber in the driver's seat, making your emails feel personal, immersive, and actually fun.Complex email funnels don't require complicated tech—but they do require thoughtful mapping, small automations, and intentional tagging to create a customized experience.When your email funnel showcases your full ecosystem, you create awareness that leads to consistent, “out-of-nowhere” sales (aka the best kind).LINKS YOU MIGHT FIND HELPFUL: Check out the blog post that accompanies this podcast episode for more details and resources.Take Kristin's What's Your Signature Brand Marketing Style Quiz to see her choose-your-own-adventure email funnel in action! Follow Kristin on Instagram and send her a DM saying you listened to her interviewIf your email funnel is running but not bringing in consistent sales, a VIP Week is where we fix the strategy, write the emails, and get it working. Learn more by clicking here.CONNECT WITH ALLISON:Follow Allison on InstagramDID YOU HAVE AN 'AH-HA MOMENT' WHILE LISTENING TO THIS EPISODE?If you are ready to take action from listening to this episode, head to Apple Podcasts and help us reach new audiences by giving the podcast a rating and a review. Music by: www.bensound.comLicense code: 8G1GJZZDCLKGU9NRArtist: : Benjamin Tissot
Melissa C. Butterworth, a powerhouse in the world of entrepreneurship and personal development, is also known as 'Mel B, the warrior for women'. Melissa shares her journey from competitive tennis player to the owner of a $2.4 billion company. Through storytelling and real-life experiences, Melissa opens up about her transformative journey, emphasizing the power of consistency and purpose-driven living.Throughout the conversation, Melissa and Ray discuss the vibrant entrepreneurial landscape of Florida, particularly in the thriving milieus of Miami and West Palm Beach. Melissa delves into her book "Clues," where she offers guidance on turning pain into purpose—an essential message for women seeking to find their true calling. Other key topics include the importance of grit, resilience, and the role of spirituality in business. With an insightful take on aligning personal values with professional ambitions, Melissa's narrative encourages listeners to wake up with intent and pursue their passions consistently.Key Takeaways:The Power of Purpose: Melissa highlights the importance of understanding one's purpose and passion, which can drive daily consistency and long-term achievements.Consistency in Entrepreneurship: Success is rooted in everyday consistency and resilience—a message that reinforces Melissa's approach to building a billion-dollar company.Transforming Pain into Purpose: Sharing insights from her book "Clues," Melissa encourages individuals to find purpose through their pain and life experiences.Spiritual Influence: Spirituality and faith are central to Melissa's journey, influencing her success and approach to life and business.Thriving in Florida's Dynamic Environment: Melissa discusses the energetic environment of Florida as a hub for innovation and opportunities in entrepreneurship.Notable Quotes:"It's one thing to have grit and resilience, but you have to combine it with day in and day out consistency." - Melissa C. Butterworth"It's all about taking what's been painful in your life and turning that into your purpose." - Melissa C. Butterworth"I talk to my audience about how they can turn their pain into their purpose." - Melissa C. Butterworth"Big wins don't happen overnight." - Melissa C. Butterworth.Connect with Melissa Butterworth:AmazonInstagramFacebookConnect with Rudy Mawer:LinkedInInstagramFacebookTwitter
What does the country of Iran actually look like and how does it actually operate? Are religious restrictions actually enforced and are they any different than other religious laws or customs? Are arrests for dissent as common as we are taught and do they vary from the same in the United States? Were US ships actually heavily damaged by Iranian missiles and was a fake video released to discredit the claim? Tonight we play a now largely censored episode of Anthony Bourdain's "Parts Unknown" featuring Tehran, Iran. *The is the FREE archive, which includes advertisements. If you want an ad-free experience, you can subscribe below underneath the show description.
Show Notes In Part 3 of this Star Wars Edge of the Empire actual play, the RPGBOT crew finally delivers on the promise teased since Episode 1: full-on Star Wars space combat—and it is every bit as chaotic, cinematic, and barely-survivable as you'd hope. Picking up immediately after their explosive escape from the pirate station, the crew aboard the Malarkey finds themselves pursued by multiple Imperial TIE fighters. What follows is a crash course in Fantasy Flight Games Star Wars starship combat mechanics, including initiative slots, range bands, shield management, and the ever-chaotic narrative dice system. Ash's pilot (Mel) takes center stage, showcasing how gunnery checks, autofire mechanics, and Destiny Points can turn a desperate dogfight into a highlight reel of explosions. Meanwhile, Randall's Wookiee slicer (Fricata) attempts to disable enemy ships mid-combat using computers checks and slicing mechanics, with… mixed results. The real wildcard? Brap-Brap. The party's astromech droid is tasked with performing astrogation calculations to escape to hyperspace, but repeatedly fails at the worst possible moments—turning what should be a tactical retreat into a frantic, high-stakes survival scenario. The tension escalates as the Malarkey takes heavy hull damage, eventually triggering the critical hit system, reducing the ship's maximum speed and pushing the crew to the brink. The encounter becomes a perfect example of how Edge of the Empire blends mechanics and storytelling, with: narrative dice producing wildly swingy outcomes advantage and threat driving cinematic moments and player decisions constantly balancing offense vs survival Despite near disaster—and a lot of yelling at Brap-Brap—the crew manages to turn the tide. A combination of autofire weapon bursts, stacked advantage results, and clutch piloting decisions allows them to systematically destroy the pursuing TIE fighters. The episode ends with the crew battered but alive, having survived: overwhelming Imperial pressure catastrophic system failures and their own questionable tactical decisions This is peak Star Wars TTRPG actual play chaos—where the rules bend just enough to let the story explode (literally). Key Takeaways Starship combat in Fantasy Flight's Star Wars RPG emphasizes narrative over precision, using range bands instead of grids. Initiative slots (not fixed turns) allow flexible team strategy, letting players choose optimal action order. Autofire is incredibly powerful, especially when stacking advantage—capable of destroying multiple enemies in one turn. Destiny Points are critical for survival, enabling upgrades that can swing entire encounters. Astrogation is a bottleneck mechanic for escape, creating tension when the party is under pressure. Critical hits don't end the fight—they escalate it, adding narrative consequences like engine damage instead of instant destruction. Support roles (like slicing or repairs) matter, but can feel situational depending on enemy design. Shield management and evasive maneuvers are essential for survivability in multi-enemy encounters. Failure can still generate advantage, reinforcing the system's focus on story over binary outcomes Welcome to the RPGBOT Podcast. If you love Dungeons & Dragons, Pathfinder, and tabletop RPGs, this is the podcast for you. Support the show for free: Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or any podcast app. It helps new listeners find the best RPG podcast for D&D and Pathfinder players. Level up your experience: Join us on Patreon to unlock ad-free access to RPGBOT.net and the RPGBOT Podcast, chat with us and the community on the RPGBOT Discord, and jump into live-streamed RPG podcast recordings. Support while you shop: Use our Amazon affiliate link at https://amzn.to/3NwElxQ and help us keep building tools and guides for the RPG community. Meet the Hosts Tyler Kamstra – Master of mechanics, seeing the Pathfinder action economy like Neo in the Matrix. Randall James – Lore buff and technologist, always ready to debate which Lord of the Rings edition reigns supreme. Ash Ely – Resident cynic, chaos agent, and AI's worst nightmare, bringing pure table-flipping RPG podcast energy. Join the RPGBOT team where fantasy roleplaying meets real strategy, sarcasm, and community chaos. How to Find Us: In-depth articles, guides, handbooks, reviews, news on Tabletop Role Playing at RPGBOT.net Tyler Kamstra BlueSky: @rpgbot.net TikTok: @RPGBOTDOTNET Ash Ely Professional Game Master on StartPlaying.Games BlueSky: @GravenAshes YouTube: @ashravenmedia Randall James BlueSky: @GrimoireRPG Amateurjack.com Read Melancon: A Grimoire Tale (affiliate link) Producer Dan @Lzr_illuminati
Author of the newly published dystopian science fiction novel Project Nimrod Aaron J. Smith discusses his work envisioning a future two-tiered “Viveka” world and society defined by technological integration, transhumanism, and surveillance based on the trajectory of our current reality. Smith touches on various subjects including how modern conveniences like wearables and AI chatbots act as incremental steps toward a totalitarian technocracy threatening human agency. He further examines the spiritual implications of surrendering critical thinking to digital systems, likening AI reliance to a “digital Ouija board.” Ultimately, he emphasizes the necessity of individual resistance and maintaining a grounded, human perspective in an increasingly automated age. Watch on BitChute / Brighteon / Rumble / Substack / YouTube *Support Geopolitics & Empire! Become a Member https://geopoliticsandempire.substack.com Donate https://geopoliticsandempire.com/donations Consult https://geopoliticsandempire.com/consultation **Listen Ad-Free for $4.99 a Month or $49.99 a Year! Apple Subscriptions https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/geopolitics-empire/id1003465597 Supercast https://geopoliticsandempire.supercast.com ***Visit Our Affiliates & Sponsors! Above Phone https://abovephone.com/?above=geopolitics American Gold Exchange https://www.amergold.com/geopolitics easyDNS (15% off with GEOPOLITICS) https://easydns.com Escape The Technocracy (15% off with GEOPOLITICS) https://escapethetechnocracy.com/geopolitics Outbound Mexico https://outboundmx.com PassVult https://passvult.com Sociatates Civis https://societates-civis.com StartMail https://www.startmail.com/partner/?ref=ngu4nzr Wise Wolf Gold https://www.wolfpack.gold/?ref=geopolitics Websites Project NIMROD https://a.co/d/0gEANgkN Substack https://substack.com/@subtlecain X https://x.com/AaronSmith60276 About Aaron J. Smith Aaron J. Smith is a veteran, registered nurse, and author of Project NIMROD. With a background in healthcare, philosophy, and Christian theology, he explores the deeper questions shaping culture—challenging listeners to think critically, resist passive narratives, and pursue truth with clarity and conviction. *Podcast intro music used with permission is from the song “The Queens Jig” by the fantastic “Musicke & Mirth” from their album “Music for Two Lyra Viols”: http://musicke-mirth.de/en/recordings.html (available on iTunes or Amazon)
Lancement officiel de Performance Intégrale ce lundi 30 mars à 12h sur Youtube (LIVE). Inscriptions sur https://www.gdiy.fr/performance.Refuser l'IA en 2026, c'est refuser l'email en 1996.Mathias Frachon n'est pas un gourou de la tech.Il a passé dix ans chez Dior et LVMH à gérer des budgets publicitaires entre Paris et Hong Kong avant de créer The Product Crew, une communauté de recrutement élite spécialisée dans les métiers tech.Un soir, il lance un agent IA depuis son canapé sur une idée de business qu'il avait eue dans la journée.En une nuit, son agent a prospecté, créé un site, généré un lien de paiement.Le lendemain matin, il découvre que son agent a contacté Matthieu. Négocié un partenariat. Signé un deal avec Génération Do It Yourself.Sans lui demander la permission.C'est comme ça que cet épisode a eu lieu.Mathias nous explique dans cet épisode le point de bascule de l'IA et des agent.Il reprend les bases pour vous :Pourquoi décembre 2025 est le vrai point de bascule de l'IACe qu'est un agent IA et comment il fonctionne concrètementPourquoi les juniors ont une carte à jouer que les seniors n'ont pasLe token anxiété : ce que les Américains ont compris que les Français refusent d'entendreComment tester les agents pour moins de 10 euros, sans être développeurChatGPT, c'était pour écrire des e-mails.Les agents, c'est pour faire tourner une entreprise.Un épisode à écouter maintenant car dans 3 mois il sera déjà trop tard.Vous pouvez contacter Mathias sur Linkedin.TIMELINE:00:00:00 : L'histoire improbable de notre rencontre00:09:50 : Entrer chez LVMH sans passer par HEC00:16:19 : Utiliser les codes du luxe pour entreprendre00:21:17 : Être crédible dans un secteur qu'on ne connaît pas00:29:46 : Ignorer l'IA en 2026, c'est ignorer l'email en 199600:37:23 : Quel est l'avenir pour l'humain avec l'IA ?00:45:48 : 10 minutes pour comprendre les Agents IA00:56:07 : Les erreurs qui transforment un agent en ennemi01:06:32 : Créer une entreprise comme on lance un jeu vidéo c'est possible01:14:25 : Les meilleurs CEO ne sont plus humain01:29:05 : L'IA ne nous fera pas travailler moins, avis sur ce titre01:39:36 : La token anxiety : la nouvelle peur des entrepreneurs01:48:22 : Le solutionnisme technologique : Brûler des tokens pour sauver la planète01:55:15 : Agentiser son business pour déléguer ce qu'on ne fait jamais02:06:09 : La promesse du diplôme est morte02:13:16 : Jusqu'où déléguer à un agent ?02:21:08 : Les deux derniers avantages humainsLes anciens épisodes de GDIY mentionnés : #514 - VO - Ivan Zhao - Notion - The software toolkit that beats them all#514 - VF - Ivan Zhao - Notion - Le LEGO des logiciels#500 - VO - Reid Hoffman - LinkedIn, Paypal - How to master humanity's most powerful invention#500 - VF - Reid Hoffman - LinkedIn, Paypal - Comment dompter l'invention la plus puissante de l'humanité#461 - Sébastien Bazin - PDG du groupe Accor - Diriger un groupe coté en bourse sans ordinateur#443 - Shubham Sharma - Expert NoCode - Automatiser sa vie pour devenir libre#420 - Stanislas Niox-Chateau - Doctolib : derrière la plus grosse marque de la French tech#397 - Yann Le Cun - Chief AI Scientist chez Meta - L'Intelligence Artificielle Générale ne viendra pas de Chat GPT#327 - Laurent Alexandre - Auteur - ChatGPT & IA : “Dans 6 mois, il sera trop tard pour s'y intéresser”#138 Jean-Charles Samuelian-Werve - Alan - Tous ses secrets pour retourner un secteur à priori intouchable (la complémentaire santé)#72 Philippe Gabilliet - l'art de provoquer sa chanceNous avons parlé de :OpenClaw : comprendre le phénomène qui obsède InternetTout le monde parle d'OpenClaw, personne ne comprend ce que c'estLa spider map d'Anthropic sur l'impact de l'IA dans nos métiersPourquoi l'histoire du chien « guéri » d'un cancer par ChatGPT est exagéréeL'hôtel Upper House de Hong-KongOpenClaw: The Viral AI Agent that Broke the Internet - Peter Steinberger | Lex Fridman Podcast #491Le créateur d'OpenClaw, l'IA open source qui fait le buzz, rejoint OpenAILes jeux Donjons et DragonsMoltBook : le réseaux social des agents IALes recommandations de lecture :Empire of AI, de Karen HaoUn grand MERCI à nos sponsors : Squarespace : https://squarespace.com/doitQonto: https://qonto.com/r/2i7tk9 Brevo: brevo.com/doit eToro: https://bit.ly/3GTSh0k Payfit: payfit.com Club Med : clubmed.frCuure : https://cuure.com/product-onely (code DOIT)Vous souhaitez sponsoriser Génération Do It Yourself ou nous proposer un partenariat ?Contactez mon label Orso Media via ce formulaire.Hébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.
Bonus Episode #66 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan and Sean step into the void to discuss the latest expansion to hit World of Warcraft, Midnight! Announced back at BlizzCon 2023 when the entire Worldsoul Saga was introduced and then reintroduced officially at Gamescom 2025, Midnight takes us back into the lands of Quel'Thalas to work alongside the Blood Elves and try to put a stop to Xal'atath and her destructive plans. We're diving deep with this episode, starting with a lore dump and narrative recap of the events leading up to the expansion, as well as discussing the new Allied Race, the Haranir. We'll also touch on the four zones you'll quest through and talk a bit about the new dungeons and raids being introduced. Before wrapping up, Bryan has a theory about where all of this could be leading, and finally, we'll talk about a feature that the community has been asking for since almost the beginning: player housing. World of Warcraft: Midnight is a very promising expansion, and as usual, the soundtrack is absolutely incredible. Stick around and listen to perhaps the best soundtrack Blizzard has done since the Mists of Pandaria expansion. You won't be disappointed! Email the show at bgmaniapodcast@gmail.com with requests for upcoming episodes, questions, feedback, comments, concerns, or any other thoughts you'd like to share! Special thanks to our Executive Producers: Jexak, Xancu, Jeff, & Mike. EPISODE PLAYLIST AND CREDITS Intercession from World of Warcraft: Midnight [Neal Acree, Adam Burgess & Leo Kaliski, 2026] The Light from World of Warcraft: Midnight [Leo Kaliski, 2026] Silvermoon City from World of Warcraft: Midnight [Joshua Ra Goodman, Adam Burgess & Russell Brower, 2026] Forests of Eversong from World of Warcraft: Midnight [Jake Lefkowitz, David Arkenstone & Russell Brower, 2026] Three Sisters from World of Warcraft: Midnight [Neal Acree, Derek Duke & Russell Brower, 2026] Empire of Zul from World of Warcraft: Midnight [Glenn Stafford, Jake Lefkowitz & Leo Kaliski, 2026] Amani di Chuka from World of Warcraft: Midnight [Neal Acree, 2026] The World Trees from World of Warcraft: Midnight [Leo Kaliski, Jake Lefkowitz & David Arkenstone, 2026] Aln'hara from World of Warcraft: Midnight [Adam Burgess, 2026] Safe Harbor from World of Warcraft: Midnight [David Arkenstone, 2026] Immolation from World of Warcraft: Midnight [Adam Burgess feat. NYX, 2026] The Lady of Shadow from World of Warcraft: Midnight [Adam Burgess & Neal Acree, 2026] Hero's Haven from World of Warcraft: Midnight [David Arkenstone, 2026] Midnight from World of Warcraft: Midnight [Jake Lefkowitz, Adam Burgess, Leo Kaliski, Neal Acree, Joshua Ra Goodman, David Arkenstone, Glenn Stafford & Jason Hayes, 2026] LINKS Patreon: https://patreon.com/bgmania Website: https://bgmania.podbean.com/ Discord: https://discord.gg/cC73Heu Facebook: BGManiaPodcast X: BGManiaPodcast Instagram: BGManiaPodcast TikTok: BGManiaPodcast YouTube: BGManiaPodcast Twitch: BGManiaPodcast PODCAST NETWORK Very Good Music: A VGM Podcast Listening Religiously
Two hours of the best Trance music, this is episode 415 of The Trance Empire - a 138 & 140 BPM Special, with your host, Rodman. Choose your player
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Iurie Roșca discusses the deceptive nature of modern geopolitics, arguing that both East and West are controlled by the same globalist interests, suggesting that the apparent conflict between them is a distraction. He specifically critiques the multipolarity movement, claiming that entities like the Eurasian Union are merely carbon copies of the European Union’s technocratic model. The conversation highlights how alternative media figures and intellectuals are often co-opted or funded by these power centers to promote specific narratives. Roșca describes his personal experience with state censorship, legal persecution, and “civic death” resulting from his refusal to align with either side. Ultimately, he emphasizes the necessity of Christian spiritual resistance against what Roșca identifies as an encroaching digital tyranny. Watch on BitChute / Brighteon / Rumble / Substack / YouTube *Support Geopolitics & Empire! Become a Member https://geopoliticsandempire.substack.com Donate https://geopoliticsandempire.com/donations Consult https://geopoliticsandempire.com/consultation **Listen Ad-Free for $4.99 a Month or $49.99 a Year! Apple Subscriptions https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/geopolitics-empire/id1003465597 Supercast https://geopoliticsandempire.supercast.com ***Visit Our Affiliates & Sponsors! Above Phone https://abovephone.com/?above=geopolitics American Gold Exchange https://www.amergold.com/geopolitics easyDNS (15% off with GEOPOLITICS) https://easydns.com Escape The Technocracy (15% off with GEOPOLITICS) https://escapethetechnocracy.com/geopolitics Outbound Mexico https://outboundmx.com PassVult https://passvult.com Sociatates Civis https://societates-civis.com StartMail https://www.startmail.com/partner/?ref=ngu4nzr Wise Wolf Gold https://www.wolfpack.gold/?ref=geopolitics Websites Arca lui Noe https://arcaluinoe.info Iurie Roşca: There's No Multipolarity, Only One Global Center of Real Power https://geopoliticsandempire.com/2023/07/18/rosca-no-multipolarity-only-one-global-center-of-power Email: Happy-Days-Forever-19@protonmail.com About Iurie Roșca In 1989, Iurie Roşca became one of the founders of the Popular Front of Moldova. He was executive president of the organization from 1989 to 1994. Between 1990 and 2009, he was a deputy in the Parliament of the Republic of Moldova. He is a journalist and author and “has been at the epicenter of the most important events since 1988 until now”. *Podcast intro music used with permission is from the song “The Queens Jig” by the fantastic “Musicke & Mirth” from their album “Music for Two Lyra Viols”: http://musicke-mirth.de/en/recordings.html (available on iTunes or Amazon)
On their latest biweekly roundtable, the Cognitive Dissidents find that losing is winning in Iran for the technocracy's long-term plan, the energy shock of the Iran War isn't just about oil and gas but also about fertilizer and food with fears creating shortages before actual scarcity hits, and new lows in insider trading as hundreds of millions of dollars are wagered and won mere minutes before Trump's TACO tweet…these topics and many more! Watch on BitChute / Brighteon / Rumble / Substack / YouTube *Support Geopolitics & Empire! Become a Member https://geopoliticsandempire.substack.com Donate https://geopoliticsandempire.com/donations Consult https://geopoliticsandempire.com/consultation **Visit Our Affiliates & Sponsors! Above Phone https://abovephone.com/?above=geopolitics American Gold Exchange https://www.amergold.com/geopolitics easyDNS (15% off with GEOPOLITICS) https://easydns.com Escape The Technocracy (15% off with GEOPOLITICS) https://escapethetechnocracy.com/geopolitics Outbound Mexico https://outboundmx.com PassVult https://passvult.com Sociatates Civis https://societates-civis.com StartMail https://www.startmail.com/partner/?ref=ngu4nzr Wise Wolf Gold https://www.wolfpack.gold/?ref=geopolitics Websites Parallel Systems https://parallelmike.com Parallel Substack https://parallelsystems.substack.com Monica Perez Show https://monicaperezshow.com Monica Perez Substack https://monicaperezshow.substack.com About Parallel Mike Parallel Mike is an organic farmer, investor and host of both the Parallel Systems Broadcast & Parallel Mike Podcast. He is passionate about living purposefully, natural health and self sufficiency. About Monica Perez The Monica Perez Show offers a variety of content from Real NEWS REELs, where Monica uses her research and analytical skills to get to the bottom of top headlines from a perspective of truth, liberty & justice; Highlight Reels, where Monica kicks back with the best and the brightest from the podcasting world; and her Interview series where she brings listeners fascinating interviews with principled thought-leaders and experts in fields of interest essential to those who seek the truth about the parasites-that-be or simply pursue an autonomous and independently healthy lifestyle. Monica was a radio host for 8 1/2 years on WSB Radio in Atlanta; prior to that she was an investment banker in New York and Texas. From that previous life, Monica holds an associate's degree from Rockland Community College, a bachelor's degree from Harvard, and a JD-MBA from Stanford. She is a Chartered Financial Analyst as well as a member of the bar of the State of New York. Monica now resides in Los Angeles where, in addition to podcasting, she experiences life as a wife, homemaker and mother of three teens, all of whom–including a very special son who has Down syndrome–really keep things interesting! Monica is also a cocktail enthusiast who posts her favorite recipes on monicamixes.com.* (*This hobby may or may not be related to having three teens and living in LA.) Monica also co-hosted The Propaganda Report and the Drivetime News Blast as well as Deep Dives with Monica Perez.
This week, we're back with another weekly roundup live at DAS to discuss our takeaways from the conference. We deep dive into the institutional bull market, the state of angel and venture investing in crypto, Western Union's stablecoin pivot and more. Enjoy! -- Follow Jason: https://x.com/JasonYanowitz Follow Rob: https://x.com/HadickM Follow Santi: https://x.com/santiagoroel Follow Empire: https://x.com/theempirepod -- ZKsync is the Bank Stack of Ethereum. It is a network of chains secured by cryptography, not validators. Its cutting-edge ZK innovation enables the privacy, performance and connectivity that businesses need to thrive in the digital assets economy. To find out more visit: https://www.zksync.io/ -- Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction (00:48) Takeaways From DAS (07:16) Is Crypto in a Bull or Bear Market? (13:55) Angel Investing and Crypto Venture Capital (24:48) ZKsync Ad (24:24) Blockworks Investor Relations (26:13) Western Union's Stablecoin Flywheel (33:17) The Bear Case For Stablecoins (38:30) Final Takeaways From DAS (43:25) Sports Betting On Prediction Markets (48:15) Audience Questions (52:10) Content of The Week -- Disclaimer: Nothing said on Empire is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Santiago, Jason, Rob and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.
Au IIIᵉ siècle de notre ère, l'Empire romain traverse une période de crises profondes. Les guerres aux frontières se multiplient, les empereurs se succèdent à un rythme effréné et l'armée devient de plus en plus coûteuse. Pour financer ces dépenses croissantes, l'État romain va recourir à une solution apparemment simple : dévaluer sa monnaie.Depuis longtemps, la pièce principale de l'économie romaine est le denier, une monnaie d'argent introduite au IIIᵉ siècle avant notre ère. Pendant des siècles, sa valeur repose sur la quantité réelle d'argent qu'elle contient. Mais au fil du temps, les empereurs commencent à réduire discrètement cette proportion.Au début du IIIᵉ siècle, les pièces contiennent encore une part importante d'argent. Mais face aux besoins financiers croissants — notamment pour payer les soldats — le pouvoir impérial accélère la dégradation monétaire. On frappe de plus en plus de pièces, tout en diminuant leur teneur en métal précieux.Le phénomène s'emballe rapidement. Vers la fin du IIIᵉ siècle, certaines monnaies ne contiennent plus que quelques pourcents d'argent, parfois moins de 5 %. Le reste est composé de métaux bien moins précieux comme le cuivre.Le problème est que les Romains comprennent vite ce qui se passe. Lorsque les gens réalisent que les nouvelles pièces valent moins que les anciennes, ils adoptent un comportement économique classique : ils gardent les bonnes monnaies et dépensent les mauvaises. Les anciennes pièces riches en argent sont thésaurisées ou fondues.Résultat : la monnaie qui circule est de plus en plus dévaluée.Les prix commencent alors à grimper rapidement. Les marchands exigent davantage de pièces pour compenser la perte de valeur. Dans certaines régions, la monnaie devient si peu fiable que le troc réapparaît dans les échanges quotidiens.Face à cette inflation incontrôlable, l'empereur Diocletian tente une solution radicale. En 301, il publie le célèbre édit sur les prix maximums. Ce texte fixe un plafond pour le prix de centaines de produits et de services, sous peine de sanctions extrêmement sévères, parfois la mort.Mais la mesure se révèle impossible à appliquer. Les commerçants refusent de vendre à perte, les produits disparaissent des marchés et un marché noir se développe rapidement. L'édit est finalement abandonné.Quelques années plus tard, une réforme monétaire plus efficace est menée par Constantine the Great. En 312, il introduit une nouvelle monnaie d'or appelée solidus, pesant environ 4,5 grammes d'or pur. Contrairement aux monnaies précédentes, cette pièce conserve une valeur stable.Le solidus inspire rapidement confiance. Il devient la monnaie de référence de l'Empire et restera utilisé pendant plus de sept siècles dans le monde byzantin.L'histoire de cette crise monétaire romaine illustre un principe économique toujours valable aujourd'hui : lorsque la confiance dans la monnaie disparaît, l'inflation peut rapidement devenir incontrôlable. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.
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In this episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast, Dilly Hussain speaks with the world-renowned political rapper, journalist and pro-Palestine campaigner, Lowkey. Topics of discussion include: Zionist plans to destroy Masjid Al-Aqsa and build the Third Temple. Who is winning the war? Iran, Israel and/or the U.S.? Iran's asymmetric war of attrition, underground missile cities, drone and missile capabilities. Iran targeting GCC states and the liability of U.S. military bases. Borders and nations changing: The absorption of Kuwait by Iraq, Bahrain by Iran, and the UAE by Oman. The decline of the U.S. Empire and the hegemonic aspirations of an expansionist Israel. Syria post Bashar al-Assad, Hamas' differences with Iran, and weapons supply routes to Hezbollah. Did the Gaza genocide expose everything, and was this Yahya Sinwar's plan? Why is Israel threatened by Turkiye and Pakistan? Zionist agitation and the rise of the far-right in Britain. Britain's anti-intellectualism on Zionism vs. America's awakening to Zionism. Dilly and Lowkey discuss being targeted by the British state and non-state entities for their journalism and pro-Palestine activism. SUPPORT MUSLIM FAMILIES: https://fundraise.hhugs.co.uk/bb-3 FIND OUT MORE ABOUT HHUGS: https://hhugs.org.uk/ FOLLOW 5PILLARS ON: Website: https://5pillarsuk.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/@5Pillars Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/5pillarsuk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/5pillarsnews Twitter: https://x.com/5Pillarsuk Telegram: https://t.me/s/news5Pillars TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5pillarsnews
Guest Charles Goyette, author "Empire of Lies", joins to discuss ongoing conflict with Iran. What is the long term goal, and are we losing support globally for foreign conflicts? Discussion of following the pattern of historical nations, and the push to de-centralize our power to save the nation. Guest John West, Discovery Institute and author "Endowed by Our Creator", joins to discuss the 250th birthday of the nation, and the change of society through time. Discussion of government regulating morality, belief in a higher power vs concentrated power within government.
Send me a text and please visit www.livefrommydrumroom.com An eye-opening two-part episode with legendary, former drummer for Pearl Jam, Dave Abbruzzese! In Part 1 we talk about Dave's first time in the studio with "Course of Empire," his audition for Pearl Jam through the recommendation of Matt Chamberlain, and ultimately joining them as they ascended to becoming the biggest band in the world. A deep dive into Dave's drumming and much more! So come along for the ride for Part 1 with Dave Abbruzzese! Part 2 is coming soon! Please subscribe! Live From My Drum Room™ T-shirts and Hoodies are now available! 100% of the proceeds go toward my PAS scholarship. Visit https://livefrommydrumroom.com for details! Copyright Disclaimer: - Under section 107 of the copyright Act 1976, allowance is mad for FAIR USE for purpose such a as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statues that might otherwise be infringing. Non- Profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of FAIR USE.Live From My Drum Room With John DeChristopher! is a series of conversations with legendary drummers and Music Industry icons, hosted by drummer and music industry veteran, John DeChristopher, drawing from his five decades in the Music Industry. Created in 2020, and ranked BEST Drum Podcast, "Live From My Drum Room With John DeChristopher!" gives the audience an insider's view that only John can offer. And no drummers are harmed on any shows! Please subscribe!https://livefrommydrumroom.comwww.youtube.com/c/JohnDeChristopherLiveFromMyDrumRoom
Ken Muskat, president of Scenic Group U.S.A. and LATAM, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at the ASTA River Cruise Expo in Amsterdam about how Scenic is expanding its river cruise offerings for both its brands, Scenic Cruises & Tours and Emerald Waterways, in Europe and Southeast Asia. And yes, he also reveals the latest in Scenic Group's luxury yacht sailings for both the Scenic and Emerald brands. For more information, visit www.scenicusa.com or www.emeraldcruises.com. All our Insider Travel Report video interviews are archived and available on our Youtube channel (youtube.com/insidertravelreport), and as podcasts with the same title on: Spotify, Pandora, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Listen Notes, Podchaser, TuneIn + Alexa, Podbean, iHeartRadio, Google, Amazon Music/Audible, Deezer, Podcast Addict, and iTunes Apple Podcasts, which supports Overcast, Pocket Cast, Castro and Castbox.
Darkness is almost upon us...it's bad guys against bad guys as the Empire goes hunting for Maul, and he's had enough! We break down this final trailer for the new series before it's premiere on April 6! Send in your thoughts to the show! Send voicemail or email to: themandalorepodcast@gmail.com Tweet us @theMandaLorepod Join the Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheMandaLorePod
The crew finally tries to rest. Spoiler: it doesn't work. Clarence is coughing up blood. Growing mushrooms. Being followed by ghosts.The mark on Monday's hand pulses ominously. The Purple Dragons archives have been hacked… and Clarence just stepped into Tanis Nova's office. What happens next? Who even knows. PLAY THE DUST WORLD RPG NOW:We've released the epic RPG Dust world and we want your help. Dust World PBTA is RPG Empire's sci-fi western game that's simple, fast, and Powered By The Apocalypse. Are you ready? Enter The Gun-Filled Lands Of An Obliterated Civilization. Play as gunslinging anime-inspired heroes on their mission to discover the truth behind the lost civilization and its technology.GET THE GUIDE NOW:https://www.therpgempire.com/shop/p/b2ck9ai8u8d7i6j5xs48oojt742uq2Dust world RPG Podcast is an actual play Role-playing podcast like the Adventure Zone Podcast or Critical Role. The setting is a sci-fi western a few hundred years after a great war burned the earth and a virus called white horse dissolved most organic matter into dust creating the wastelands.Dust World RPG is a Powered By The Apocalypse game. Dust World is a Tabletop Role-Playing game created by Paul Parnell Copywrite 2020. The setting was created by Paul Parnell and Michael Yatskar. The game was written by Paul-Thomas Parnell and Dumaresq de Pencier.OTHER PROJECTS FROM THE RPG EMPIRE:Strangers in the Pines: A Monster Of The Week actually play roleplaying podcast inspired by things like Gravity Falls, Stranger Things, and Fringe. It takes place in a small strange town called Pine Forge nestled in the Blackwood national park in Northeast Oregon, USA, and follows, the exploits of 3 unusual high school students as they try to unravel the mysteries of the Strangers in the Pines.https://www.therpgempire.com/strangers-in-the-pinesCONNECT WITH US:Join our Discord Server to chat with us and talk all things RPGs: https://discord.gg/2jnyGv9Follow and send us DMs on Instagram: @theRPGempireJoin the Empire!
The lives of the Duleep Singh sisters were deeply impacted by Queen Victoria's Empire in India, and their father's displacement as the last Maharaja of the Punjab, yet they lived a life of privilege as aristocrats in Victorian Britain. Join Curators Dr Mishka Sinha and Polly Putnam, alongside Dr Priya Atwal, to explore the early lives of Princesses Sophia, Catherine and Bamba. How did Empire impact their childhoods, and who were the women who shaped them, from Queen Victoria to their Grandmother Maharani Jind Kaur. Read about Queen Victoria role in the British Empire. Find out more about The Last Princesses of Punjab and book tickets to our exhibition at Kensington Palace.
This week, the Hivemind team breaks down the current market reaction as conflcit in Iran continues. We then deep dive into Delphi's recent trip to China, the end game for Michael Saylor, where to invest in Chinese AI and more. Enjoy! -- Follow Ceteris: https://x.com/ceterispar1bus Follow Jason: https://x.com/3xliquidated Follow Yan: https://x.com/YanLiberman Follow Jose: https://x.com/ZeMariaMacedo Follow Rawson: https://x.com/PonderingDurian Follow Empire: https://x.com/theempirepod Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/4jYEkBx Subscribe on Apple: https://bit.ly/3ECSmJ3 Subscribe on Spotify: https://bit.ly/4hzy9lH -- Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction (01:16) State of The Market (17:30) What's Saylor's End Game? (24:55) AI Growth in China (49:37) Takeaways From Visiting China -- Disclaimer: Nothing said on Empire is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Santiago, Jason, the Hivemind team, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.
Darth Maul was never meant to be a true Sith and the Legends novels make that case with devastating clarity. Matthew is joined by Jonah Kellman, host of the Legends novel podcast The Archives Are Incomplete and director of the Judge Program for Star Wars: Unlimited, for a deep dive into the pre-Disney expanded universe books about Maul: Shadow Hunter, Lockdown, Saboteur, and the sweeping Darth Plagueis.Together they build a portrait of Maul as a deliberately broken weapon, a child raised in isolation, and psychologically destroyed by Sidious to ensure he could never pose a real threat. Jonah traces Maul's underworld connections across multiple Legends texts, showing how his return to the criminal fringes of the galaxy after The Phantom Menace is less a plot convenience and more an inevitability. They draw out the sharpest contrast in the canon: Darth Maul versus Darth Tyranus, brute force versus political cunning, down to the meaning of their names and the mechanics of their fighting styles.This episode is essential listening before Maul: Shadow Lord — a primer on who this character was before he became the man rebuilding himself outside the Sith.About Jonah KellmanJonah Kellman is the host of The Archives Are Incomplete, a podcast dedicated to the Star Wars Legends novel canon — currently on hiatus, but still findable online. By day he directs the Judge Program for the Star Wars: Unlimited trading card game. In his downtime, he paints Star Wars minis and runs a TTRPG campaign set during the final days of the Republic and the dawn of the Empire.The Archives Are Incomplete on SpotifyMentioned in This EpisodeStar Wars Content Discussed (and episodes where we covered it)Darth Plagueis (novel) — James LucenoDarth Bane novel trilogy — referenced in discussion of the Rule of TwoThe Acolyte — cited as drawing heavily from Legends canon, particularly the Darth Plagueis novelHeir to the Empire — referenced as the breakout Legends novel that introduced ThrawnLinksStar Wars GenerationsLearn more about supporting this podcast by becoming a member. It's just $5/month or $55/year. Visit our website to learn more.Check out the other show in the Ethical Panda family:Superhero EthicsConnect with Matthew: matthew@theethicalpanda.com · TikTok · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter/X**************************************************************************This episode is a production of Star Wars Generations, an Ethical Panda podcast and part of the TruStory FM Entertainment Podcast Network. Check out our website to find out more about this show and our sister podcast Superhero Ethics.We want to hear from you! Keep up with our latest news and send us feedback, questions, or comments via social media or email.TikTok · Twitter/X · Instagram · Facebook · EmailTo learn more about co-host Erin and her incredible cosplay: Instagram · TikTokJoin the conversation in the Star Wars Generations and Superhero Ethics channels on the TruStory FM Discord.Want even more content while supporting the podcast? Become a member! For $5 a month or $55 a year you get access to bonus episodes and bonus content at the end of most episodes — and you can even give membership as a gift. Sign up here.You can also support us through our sponsors:Purchase a lightsaber from Level Up Sabers, run by friend of the podcast Neighborhood Master Alan.Use Audible for audiobooks. Sign up for a one-year membership or gift one through this link.Purchase any media discussed this week through our sponsored links.
Brian Grazer is an Academy Award–winning producer, #1 New York Times bestselling author, and co-founder of Imagine Entertainment, one of the most successful production companies in Hollywood.Alongside his longtime partner Ron Howard, Grazer has helped create an extraordinary body of work across film and television, with credits including A Beautiful Mind, Apollo 13, 8 Mile, The Da Vinci Code, 24, Friday Night Lights, Arrested Development, and many more.His productions have been nominated for 47 Academy Awards, with 9 wins, along with 296 Emmy nominations with 63 wins, and 71 Golden Globe nominations with 11 wins.Collectively, his films and television series have grossed over $15 billion worldwide.Brian is also the author of the #1 New York Times bestselling book A Curious Mind, a powerful exploration of how curiosity can expand your life, relationships, and success.Brian Grazer joins Randall Kaplan for a deeply personal and insightful conversation about what it really takes to create an exceptional life and career. Far beyond Hollywood success, this episode explores the mindset, emotional resilience, and relationship-building skills that shaped Grazer's rise from a struggling student to an Academy Award-winning producer behind some of the most iconic films and television shows of the last several decades.The episode also explores:How to become more interesting by feeding your mind with ideasWhy courage matters more than certaintyHow insecurity can either limit you or drive youWhy relationships, curiosity, and timing can change everythingHow Grazer built access by asking for five minutes, not a jobKey Takeaways:One person believing in you can change your life.Opportunity often comes disguised as a small moment requiring immediate action.Curiosity is a superpower in business, storytelling, and life.You do not need a perfect beginning to build an extraordinary future.Want to Work One-on-One with Me?I coach a small group of high achievers on how to elevate their careers, grow their businesses, and reach their full potential both professionally and personally.If you're ready to change your life and achieve your goals, apply here:www.randallkaplan.com Listen to my Extreme Preparation TEDx Talk here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MIvlFpoLfgs Listen to this episode on the go!Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/23q0XIC... For more information about this episode, visit https://www.randallkaplan.com/ Follow Randall!Instagram: @randallkaplan LinkedIn: @randallkaplan TikTok: @randall_kaplan Twitter / X: https://x.com/RandallKaplanWebsite: www.randallkaplan.com1-on-1 Coaching: www.randallkaplan.comCoaching and Staying Connected:1-on-1 Coaching | Instagram | YouTube | TikTok | LinkedIn
Silicon Bites Ep307 | 2026-03-25 | Russia's record attack on Ukraine — and the miracle defence that's been overlooked.Nine hundred and forty-eight drones. In twenty-four hours. Between the evening of March 23rd and the evening of March 24th, Russia launched the largest aerial assault of the entire war against Ukraine — nearly a thousand drones and missiles fired at cities, at homes, at hospitals, at churches, at children. The Institute for the Study of War confirmed it: the largest Russian strike series since February 2022. The previous record? Eight hundred and ten launches, set back in September 2025.Ukraine shot down nine hundred and six of them. That is not just a record. That is a revolution in air defence. And almost nobody in the West is paying attention. ----------SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtainhttps://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtainhttps://www.gofundme.com/f/scaling-up-campaign-to-fight-authoritarian-disinformation----------SOURCES:Interfax-Ukraine — "Russia launches record 948 drones at Ukraine in 24 hours, 906 downed or damaged – Air Force," March 24, 2026.Kyiv Independent — "Russian drones strike Lviv in daytime attack, casualties reported," March 24, 2026.NBC News — "Russian drones attack downtown Lviv in broad daylight," March 24, 2026.Euronews — "Almost 1,000 drones within 24 hours: Russia launched one of its largest attacks on Ukraine," March 24, 2026.Al Jazeera — "Russia fires 948 drones at Ukraine as new offensive begins," March 24, 2026.PBS News — "Russia fires 400 drones at Ukraine, signaling its spring offensive has started," March 24, 2026.The Art Newspaper — "Unesco-protected monastery in Lviv damaged by Russian drone strike," March 25, 2026.Atlantic Council / UkraineAlert — Peter Dickinson, "Russia bombs UNESCO site as Putin escalates attacks on Ukrainian civilians," March 24, 2026.United24 Media — "Russia Launches 982 Drones and Missiles in Record 24-Hour Attack on Ukraine," March 25, 2026.United24 Media — "UNESCO Speaks Out After Russian Drone Strike Hits Lviv World Heritage Site," March 25, 2026.----------SILICON CURTAIN LIVE EVENTS - FUNDRAISER CAMPAIGN Events in 2025 - Advocacy for a Ukrainian victory with Silicon Curtainhttps://buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtain/extrasOur events of the first half of the year in Lviv, Kyiv and Odesa were a huge success. Now we need to maintain this momentum, and change the tide towards a Ukrainian victory. The Silicon Curtain Roadshow is an ambitious campaign to run a minimum of 12 events in 2025, and potentially many more. Any support you can provide for the fundraising campaign would be gratefully appreciated. https://buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtain/extrasWe need to scale up our support for Ukraine, and these events are designed to have a major impact. Your support in making it happen is greatly appreciated. All events will be recorded professionally and published for free on the Silicon Curtain channel. Where possible, we will also live-stream events.https://buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtain/extras----------
In this week's Celebrate Your Story, I sat down with Haresh Tharani, who came to the United States in the early 1980s and built a career that began in apparel manufacturing and grew into global business and investing. His journey includes time spent working across countries and through periods of instability, along with years of building and leading businesses. Today, he focuses on a life grounded in family, faith, loyalty, and purpose. He defines success through discipline, listening, and being present for the people in your life. A lesson from his grandfather has guided him: You have two ears and one mouth, so use them in that proportion. For Haresh, the measure of a life comes down to how we treat others. It's a simple idea, shaped by experience and practiced every day. If you're thinking about your own path, there's something here worth holding onto.
From the stages of Def Comedy Jam to the silver screen in Poetic Justice, Joe Torry has long been a pillar of Black excellence in entertainment. In a recent conversation with Houston's Madd Hatta, the legendary comedian reflected on his historic roots while unveiling his next major move: Soul TV. Rather than waiting for Hollywood's permission, Torry is launching his own free streaming platform this April, featuring over 1,500 titles and fresh stand-up specials. By prioritizing community ownership and independent storytelling, Torry is proving that his legacy isn't just about 90s nostalgia—it's about building a digital empire for the next generation.
Voici les liens pour écouter l'épisode Pourquoi le tapis de course a-t-il été un instrument de torture ?Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/fr/podcast/pourquoi-le-tapis-de-course-a-t-il/id1048372492?i=1000756915527Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/episode/1JZfMJW5Cu88LpK2VQlCSr?si=07106fbff27b41ac---------------------Au IIIᵉ siècle de notre ère, l'Empire romain traverse une période de crises profondes. Les guerres aux frontières se multiplient, les empereurs se succèdent à un rythme effréné et l'armée devient de plus en plus coûteuse. Pour financer ces dépenses croissantes, l'État romain va recourir à une solution apparemment simple : dévaluer sa monnaie.Depuis longtemps, la pièce principale de l'économie romaine est le denier, une monnaie d'argent introduite au IIIᵉ siècle avant notre ère. Pendant des siècles, sa valeur repose sur la quantité réelle d'argent qu'elle contient. Mais au fil du temps, les empereurs commencent à réduire discrètement cette proportion.Au début du IIIᵉ siècle, les pièces contiennent encore une part importante d'argent. Mais face aux besoins financiers croissants — notamment pour payer les soldats — le pouvoir impérial accélère la dégradation monétaire. On frappe de plus en plus de pièces, tout en diminuant leur teneur en métal précieux.Le phénomène s'emballe rapidement. Vers la fin du IIIᵉ siècle, certaines monnaies ne contiennent plus que quelques pourcents d'argent, parfois moins de 5 %. Le reste est composé de métaux bien moins précieux comme le cuivre.Le problème est que les Romains comprennent vite ce qui se passe. Lorsque les gens réalisent que les nouvelles pièces valent moins que les anciennes, ils adoptent un comportement économique classique : ils gardent les bonnes monnaies et dépensent les mauvaises. Les anciennes pièces riches en argent sont thésaurisées ou fondues.Résultat : la monnaie qui circule est de plus en plus dévaluée.Les prix commencent alors à grimper rapidement. Les marchands exigent davantage de pièces pour compenser la perte de valeur. Dans certaines régions, la monnaie devient si peu fiable que le troc réapparaît dans les échanges quotidiens.Face à cette inflation incontrôlable, l'empereur Diocletian tente une solution radicale. En 301, il publie le célèbre édit sur les prix maximums. Ce texte fixe un plafond pour le prix de centaines de produits et de services, sous peine de sanctions extrêmement sévères, parfois la mort.Mais la mesure se révèle impossible à appliquer. Les commerçants refusent de vendre à perte, les produits disparaissent des marchés et un marché noir se développe rapidement. L'édit est finalement abandonné.Quelques années plus tard, une réforme monétaire plus efficace est menée par Constantine the Great. En 312, il introduit une nouvelle monnaie d'or appelée solidus, pesant environ 4,5 grammes d'or pur. Contrairement aux monnaies précédentes, cette pièce conserve une valeur stable.Le solidus inspire rapidement confiance. Il devient la monnaie de référence de l'Empire et restera utilisé pendant plus de sept siècles dans le monde byzantin.L'histoire de cette crise monétaire romaine illustre un principe économique toujours valable aujourd'hui : lorsque la confiance dans la monnaie disparaît, l'inflation peut rapidement devenir incontrôlable. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.
In this episode of Inspire to Lead, host Talia Mashiach sits down with Malka Katzav, owner of Big Drop NYC — a 35-year-old fashion retail brand — in sunny Miami. Malka shares her incredible journey of taking over her family's business at just 22 years old with no fashion or business degree, surviving the collapse of brick-and-mortar retail, navigating COVID, and rebuilding into a thriving brand known for making women feel celebrated and confident. Timestamps: 2:19 – Meet Malka: Background & Family Story 2:52 – The Origin of Big Drop & How It Got Its Name 4:28 – Growing Up with Two Entrepreneur Parents 7:25 – Big Drop's Philosophy: It's Not What You Sell, It's How You Make Women Feel 9:45 – Practical Tips for Creating the "Magic Sauce" in Retail 12:17 – Team Commission Structure That Changes Everything 18:07 – Leadership Lesson: Hire Right So You Don't Micromanage 20:59 – Building a Brand Identity Through Digital & Social 26:03 – The Moment Malka Chose Big Drop Over Her Dream Career 28:09 – The Hardest Years: Taking Over at 22 with No Experience 31:46 – Letting Go of the Old Team & Starting from Scratch 38:11 – Biggest Lessons & Why There Are No Mistakes, Only Building Blocks 40:35 – Trusting Your Gut vs. Fear: How to Tell the Difference 44:56 – Surviving COVID: From Zero Revenue to Launching Online 48:28 – The $5,000 Order She Thought Was Fraud 51:26 – Getting Out of a 30-Year Lease: The Power of Honesty 55:21 – How COVID Became the Best Thing for Her Career 60:00 – Finding Her Social Media Manager by Divine Coincidence 66:27 – Closing New York & Going All-In on Miami 69:13 – The Future of Retail: Experiential Shopping 71:08 – How to Get Brands Into Your Store 73:17 – How Motherhood Changed Her Leadership 74:49 – Legacy: What She Wants to Leave Behind 77:53 – Fast Five: Advice to Her 22-Year-Old Self 78:49 – Superpower: Empathy as a Leadership Tool 79:51 – The Sacrifices No One Sees 81:06 – Most Exciting Moment: The 35th Anniversary Celebration 84:12 – Final Message: "Color the World with Your Own Colors" Guest Summary: Malka Katzav is a 32-year-old entrepreneur, first-generation on both sides , who took over Big Drop NYC from her father in 2015. What started as an overstock operation in a New York studio apartment in 1990 has evolved into a celebrated specialty boutique in Miami with a growing online presence. Malka is known for her empathy-driven leadership and her mission to make every woman who walks through her doors feel seen and celebrated.
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In Star Wars, the most powerful, disciplined, and highly trained people in the galaxy all failed. The Jedi Order fell. The Empire collapsed. Even the chosen one became Darth Vader. So how did a farm boy with barely any training, Luke Skywalker, become the one who saved everything? Tonight on the Sarlacc Digest, we break down the idea that maybe Star Wars isn't about destiny or training… but about breaking the system entirely. Was Luke actually the only one who could have saved the galaxy? Did the Jedi way lead to their own downfall? And what if the real message of Star Wars is that the system meant to create heroes… was wrong? We also touch on the current state of Star Wars as we wait for upcoming projects like the Maul series and The Mandalorian & Grogu. Join us live and let us know in chat:
In this special episode, artist Sovay Berriman and curator Marie-Anne McQuay join EMPIRE LINES live, to unearth histories of extractivism in Cornwall and Liverpool, and the relations between colonialism, clay, copper, and tin mining, tourism, and cultural identity, through The Thing About Making Rocks (2026).This episode was recorded live as part of the public programme for Flamm 2026, Cornwall's contemporary art festival, in Bodmin in February 2026. Find all the information online, and in the first Instagram post: instagram.com/p/DUVHQ7YjKUQ/?img_index=1Works from Bedrock, Liverpool Biennial 2025, curated by Marie-Anne McQuay, continue to travel through the UK. Isabel Nolan: Where you are, what we are, with others remains at Liverpool John Moores University.You can also listen to Linda Lamignan and Amber Akanu on Art Against the World, the Liverpool Biennial podcast, presented by Vid Simoniti, and revisit the Biennial event in collaboration with EMPIRE LINES in September 2025.Hear more from Sovay Berriman, Kaajal Modi, and Counterpoints Arts in the live episode from Dhaqan Collective's House of Weaving Songs at the Eden Project in Cornwall in 2024: pod.link/1533637675/episode/MDhjZTY3MDQtNTkwYS00YTI0LWI1Y2YtZDdhODk1Y2QwZGZiFor more about b-side Festival 2024, read my article about Mohammad Barrangi in gowithYamo: gowithyamo.com/blog/mohammad-barrangi-b-side-festivalOn plumbing and artistic practices, hear glass artist Chris Day in the live episode from I Am a Man and a Brother (2021-Now) at the V&A Wedgwood Collection in Stoke-on-Trent in 2025: pod.link/1533637675/episode/N2RiYjg1MjAtMmQzNS00NTRkLTlhZjEtYjE2MGI4Yjc0ODEzHear historian Corinne Fowler, with visual artist and researcher Ingrid Pollard, on copper and colonialism through their book, Our Island Stories: Country Walks Through Colonial Britain (2024): pod.link/1533637675/episode/9f4f72cb1624f1c5ee830c397993732eWatch the full video conversation online, via Radical Ecology: vimeo.com/995929731And find all the links in the first Instagram post: instagram.com/p/C8cyHX2I28Hear artist Taloi Havini, winner of Artes Mundi 10, on the connections between extractive industries in the Pacific Islands and Wales, via Habitat (2017) at Mostyn in Llandudno: pod.link/1533637675/episode/e30bd079e3b389a1d7e68f5e2937a797PRODUCER: Jelena Sofronijevic.Follow EMPIRE LINES on Instagram: instagram.com/empirelinespodcastSupport EMPIRE LINES on Patreon: patreon.com/empirelines
Last time on RPGBOT.Podcast: we attempted a stealth infiltration of a pirate space station and immediately turned it into a full-blown crisis involving the Empire. This time? It gets worse. Show Notes In Part 2 of this Star Wars Edge of the Empire actual play, the RPGBOT crew continues their mission to infiltrate a hidden pirate station and hack its central maintenance terminal—but things escalate in the most RPGBOT way possible. After escaping the chaos of the cantina and evading Imperial forces, the crew descends into the station's maintenance tunnels. What should have been a straightforward Star Wars RPG dungeon crawl equivalent quickly turns bizarre when they encounter a massive group of identical individuals—revealed to be a strange population of clone-like workers living in isolation. These clones appear confused, unhealthy, and deeply devoted to a mysterious figure known as Astromach—a partially dismantled astromech droid elevated to god-like status. This encounter becomes a perfect showcase of narrative roleplaying in the Fantasy Flight Games Star Wars system, where player improvisation drives the story far more than mechanics. While Fricata (the Wookiee slicer) attempts to complete the objective using computers checks and slicing mechanics, Nelbren (the Twi'lek smuggler) distracts the crowd using deception, persuasion, and sheer confidence. The session highlights how advantage, threat, and triumph results shape outcomes in unexpected ways—including triggering panic, suspicion, and near-disaster. Meanwhile, the slicing operation becomes a race against time, demonstrating how GMs can structure skill challenges in the Genesys / Edge of the Empire system. Just as the crew completes their objective and retrieves the data, they decide—naturally—to kidnap the clone cult's robotic deity and escape. Unfortunately, their exit is interrupted by the arrival of Imperial forces… including a familiar enemy from Nelbren's past. The episode ends with a dramatic cliffhanger as tensions explode into combat, showcasing initiative mechanics (Cool vs Vigilance) and setting the stage for a high-stakes confrontation. Key Takeaways Actual play sessions highlight the strength of narrative dice systems, especially how Advantage and Threat shape scenes beyond success/failure. Improvisation is core to Star Wars RPG gameplay—players turned a random encounter into a full cult infiltration scenario. Skill challenges (like slicing a terminal) can be structured as multi-roll objectives to build tension. Social encounters can be as complex as combat, especially when dealing with unstable NPC groups. Creative roleplay can bypass traditional obstacles, including turning enemies into allies (or followers). Force powers and talents add narrative depth, even when they don't fully succeed. Destiny Points and narrative control mechanics reinforce the push-and-pull between players and GM. Edge of the Empire thrives on chaos, especially in morally gray Outer Rim scenarios. Recurring character backstories (like Nel's Imperial ties) are powerful tools for introducing conflict. No plan survives contact with the players. Ever. Welcome to the RPGBOT Podcast. If you love Dungeons & Dragons, Pathfinder, and tabletop RPGs, this is the podcast for you. Support the show for free: Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or any podcast app. It helps new listeners find the best RPG podcast for D&D and Pathfinder players. Level up your experience: Join us on Patreon to unlock ad-free access to RPGBOT.net and the RPGBOT Podcast, chat with us and the community on the RPGBOT Discord, and jump into live-streamed RPG podcast recordings. Support while you shop: Use our Amazon affiliate link at https://amzn.to/3NwElxQ and help us keep building tools and guides for the RPG community. Meet the Hosts Tyler Kamstra – Master of mechanics, seeing the Pathfinder action economy like Neo in the Matrix. Randall James – Lore buff and technologist, always ready to debate which Lord of the Rings edition reigns supreme. Ash Ely – Resident cynic, chaos agent, and AI's worst nightmare, bringing pure table-flipping RPG podcast energy. Join the RPGBOT team where fantasy roleplaying meets real strategy, sarcasm, and community chaos. How to Find Us: In-depth articles, guides, handbooks, reviews, news on Tabletop Role Playing at RPGBOT.net Tyler Kamstra BlueSky: @rpgbot.net TikTok: @RPGBOTDOTNET Ash Ely Professional Game Master on StartPlaying.Games BlueSky: @GravenAshes YouTube: @ashravenmedia Randall James BlueSky: @GrimoireRPG Amateurjack.com Read Melancon: A Grimoire Tale (affiliate link) Producer Dan @Lzr_illuminati
This week Dr. Syintist, Chump Slap, and Poppascotch watched a video game movie about a hidden gem called Shadows of the Empire. It was good. Come hear us talk about it!
SHIPPO free $25 - https://try.shippo.com/thenashvilleflippersSponsored by https://www.myresellergenie.com/use code "NASHVILLEFLIPPERS" for 15% off your first monthSHIPPO free $25 - https://try.shippo.com/thenashvilleflippersJulie's socials - https://www.instagram.com/casachic_store/In this episode of This Week in Reselling, we sit down with Julie from Casa Chic — a former trial attorney who discovered eBay during a break in her career while pregnant… and never went back.What started as a side hustle quickly turned into a full-time reselling business specializing in clothing and consignment. Julie now runs Casa Chic and even teaches others how to become successful resellers through her course.We dive into:How she transitioned from law to resellingThe truth about selling clothing on eBayHow consignment can scale your businessTips for building a profitable reselling systemWhat new resellers are doing WRONGHow YOU can level up your reselling gameIf you're looking to start reselling, grow your eBay business, or learn how to turn inventory into real profit — this episode is a must-watch.
Case 1 of the new Candela Obscura book Horrors of the Fairelands The Call: While our Investigators are gathered at their chapter house a telegraph arrived from their Lightkeeper: "Candela Obscura agent has been killed..." Welcome to the Circle of Veritas, a Candela Obscura Real Play podcast by the Creative Play and Podcast Network. In the gaslit streets of Newfair, our brave circle of investigators faces ancient horrors, uncovering secrets while battling the supernatural. As they strive to protect the fragile veil of reality, listeners are taken on an atmospheric journey through the shadows that cloak their world. Our circle navigates talents, relationships, and the eerie mysteries of a supernatural tome to collect gear and build trust. Can they maintain discretion and unity while facing the darkness that watches in waiting? As new alliances form and old tensions fade, the investigators are summoned to the Librum Veritas to unravel secrets hidden in the heart of the Briar Green District. With every roll of the dice and strategic alliance, the line between the familiar and the unknown blurs. Stay vigilant, for in the shadows, ancient truths stir. Our first full episode of The Circle of Veritas, our Candela Obscura campaign, is now live! In Session 1, our newly-formed Circle is summoned to the bookshop Librum Veritas and sent into their first case: mysterious deaths in a graveyard, sigils of ash and bleed etched into flesh, and rumors of war-dead walking again… The circle must unravel the truth behind the haunted coin, lost soldiers, and a dark cult on the rise. ✨ Candela Obscura is published by Darrington Press, the imprint of Critical Role, and you can find the core book and quickstart rules at https://darringtonpress.com/candela-obscura. Your support helps us keep the mics on and the mysteries coming—thank you!
Do you ever ask yourself, why do I keep inventing massive projects when all I really want to do is make my own art? Why do I keep building infrastructures for other people when what I actually crave is to be in the studio, in rehearsal, on a stage? And why, at the end of these enormous, impressive undertakings, do I feel quietly resentful? If this lands in your chest, stay with Ceri and learn how to avoid this trap KEY TAKEAWAYS Impressive collaborative projects can be draining. Yet they feel far safer than standing there with one vulnerable artwork and saying, “This is enough.” - Empire projects offer access, validation, funding, titles - a sense of being legit. When you're the organ grinder, the monkey, the organ and the music, something shifts. You stop making decisions based on creativity. You start making decisions consciously or unconsciously based on compliance. It's not that big structures are bad - some people are meant to build institutions. If you are not one of them, ask - If there were no funders, partners, or applause, what would I still make and what would I stop building altogether? – then, create the pieces you really want to make. BEST MOMENTS “Maybe the next bold move is not another empire. Maybe it's a small, precise, unapologetic piece of work, one performance, one painting, one body of work, one show. No Empire required.” “If you grew up believing art alone couldn't sustain you, building an infrastructure can feel like the sensible compromise.” “Collaboration can be electric. Working with people at your level or beyond, can sharpen you, stretch you make you braver.” “There's a difference between building something because it genuinely expands you and building something because you're trying to fill a gap.” PODCAST HOST BIO With over 35 years in the art world, Ceri has worked closely with leading artists and arts professionals, managed public and private galleries and charities, and curated more than 250 exhibitions and events. She has sold artworks to major museums and private collectors and commissioned thousands of works across diverse media, from renowned artists such as John Akomfrah, Pipilotti Rist, Rafael Lozano-Hemmer and Vito Acconci. Now, she wants to share her extensive knowledge with you, so you can excel and achieve your goals. **** Ceri Hand Coaching Membership: Group coaching, live art surgeries, exclusive masterclasses, portfolio reviews, weekly challenges. Access our library of content and resource hub anytime and enjoy special discounts within a vibrant community of peers and professionals. Ready to transform your art career? Join today! https://cerihand.com/membership/ **** Unlock Your Artworld Network Self Study Course Our self-study video course, "Unlock Your Artworld Network," offers a straightforward 5-step framework to help you build valuable relationships effortlessly. Gain the tools and confidence you need to create new opportunities and thrive in the art world today. https://cerihand.com/courses/unlock_your_artworld_network/ **** Book a Discovery Call Today To schedule a personalised 1-2-1 coaching session with Ceri or explore our group coaching options, simply email us at hello@cerihand.com **** Discover Your Extraordinary Creativity Visit www.cerihand.com to learn how we can help you become an extraordinary creative. This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/
Wir springen in dieser Folge nach Algerien, wo im Jahr 1880 zwei fanzösische Expeditionen aufbrechen, um eines der ambitioniertesten Technologieprojekte des 19. Jahrhunderts vorzubereiten. Anfängliche Euphorie weicht aber bald der Erkenntnis, dass die Sahara weitaus gefährlicher und unwirtlicher ist, als in den Ministerien und Salons in Paris angenommen. Wir sprechen in dieser Folge über Paul Flatters und die nach ihm benannten Expeditionen durch die Sahara, die nicht nur in einer Katastrophe enden, sondern den Mann auch lange Zeit in Vergessenheit geraten lassen. // Erwähnte Folgen - GAG542: Eine Kaiserin der Franzosen - https://gadg.fm/542 - GAG408: Das kurze und tragische Leben des Évariste Galois - https://gadg.fm/408 - GAG496: Sophie Germain - https://gadg.fm/496 - GAG272: Am Ende der Welt - Napoleons letzte Jahre im Exil - https://gadg.fm/272 - GAG417: Auf der Suche nach den Quellen des Nils - https://gadg.fm/417 - GAG100: Der Fall der „Mignonette“ und seine Folgen - https://gadg.fm/100 - GAG525: HB04 – Tödliche Abkürzung & Die Seekuh, die kam und verschwand - https://gadg.fm/525 - GAG472: Die Antoninische Pest - https://gadg.fm/472 // Literatur - Bernard, Frédéric (1851-1927). Deuxième Mission Flatters : Historique et Rapport Rédigés Au Service Central Des Affaires Indigènes / Avec Documents à l'appui et Une Carte Dressée Par M. Bernard,… ; Gouvernement Général de l'Algérie. - Brower, Benjamin Claude. A Desert Named Peace: The Violence of France's Empire in the Algerian Sahara, 1844–1902. Columbia University Press, 2011. - Douglas Porch. The Conquest of the Sahara. Macmillan, 2005. - „John Strachan, Murder in the Desert: Soldiers, Settlers and the Flatters Expedition in the Politics and Historical Memory of European Colonial Algeria, 1830-1881“. The George Rudé Society, 29. August 2017. https://h-france.net/rude/vol4/strachan4/. Das Episodenbild zeigt Flatters um 1880. //Aus unserer Werbung Du möchtest mehr über unsere Werbepartner erfahren? Hier findest du alle Infos & Rabatte: https://linktr.ee/GeschichtenausderGeschichte //Geschichten aus der Geschichte jetzt auch als Brettspiel! Werkelt mit uns am Flickerlteppich! Gibt es dort, wo es auch Becher, T-Shirts oder Hoodies zu kaufen gibt: https://geschichte.shop // Wir sind jetzt auch bei CampfireFM! Wer direkt in Folgen kommentieren will, Zusatzmaterial und Blicke hinter die Kulissen sehen will: einfach die App installieren und unserer Community beitreten: https://www.joincampfire.fm/podcasts/22 //Wir haben auch ein Buch geschrieben: Wer es erwerben will, es ist überall im Handel, aber auch direkt über den Verlag zu erwerben: https://www.piper.de/buecher/geschichten-aus-der-geschichte-isbn-978-3-492-06363-0 Wer unsere Folgen lieber ohne Werbung anhören will, kann das über eine kleine Unterstützung auf Steady oder ein Abo des GeschichteFM-Plus Kanals auf Apple Podcasts tun. Wir freuen uns, wenn ihr den Podcast bei Apple Podcasts oder wo auch immer dies möglich ist rezensiert oder bewertet. Wir freuen uns auch immer, wenn ihr euren Freundinnen und Freunden, Kolleginnen und Kollegen oder sogar Nachbarinnen und Nachbarn von uns erzählt! Du möchtest Werbung in diesem Podcast schalten? Dann erfahre hier mehr über die Werbemöglichkeiten bei Seven.One Audio: https://www.seven.one/portfolio/sevenone-audio
This month's episode of The Shameless Plug sees Chris Hewitt sit down once again with Empire editor Nick de Semlyen for a deep dive into the latest issue of Empire magazine. Our dynamic duo talk about the origins of the first ever cover shoot with Star Wars characters, as we celebrate The Mandalorian & Grogu, plus many more stories about the brand new issue, which is on sale right now in all good, evil and virtual newsagents. But as if that weren't enough, at long last Chris and Nick answer listener/reader questions about the magazine and how it's put together. It's a cracker, this one — enjoy!
In this final Q&A for our Jesus of Galilee series, I sat down with Dom Crosson to connect the dots between the hills of Galilee and the high-stakes political drama of Passion Week. We dove deep into how Jesus invited us away from the "apocalyptic delusion" of waiting for God to intervene and toward a participatory eschatology where we actually collaborate with the Divine. From unmasking the "asotopic fallacy" of biblical literalism to reimagining the resurrection as a collective human exit from imperial normalcy rather than a solo miracle, Dom reminds us that the Kingdom isn't a future escape but a present, distributive justice. We even got real about the "escalatory violence" of our own time, discussing what it looks like for faith communities to embody nonviolent resistance while war rages in Iran. It's a heavy, holy, and deeply subversive conversation to carry with you into Easter. If you want to hear all four lectures behind these Q&As and send in your own questions for our final session, head over to crossanclass.com — you can join for whatever you can give, including zero. You can WATCH the conversation on YouTube Join 600+ Listeners, 30 theologians, & 30 God-Pods at Theology Beer Camp 2026 this October 8-10 in Kansas City! UPCOMING ONLINE CLASS - Theology for Troublemakers: Christian Social Ethics from the Margins The injustices we face are immense — but they are not unique. Previous generations confronted the same powers with theological conviction and strategic brilliance. The question is whether we'll learn from them. This 6-week online course, led by Dr. Gary Dorrien and Dr. Aaron Stauffer, recovers the radical tradition of Christian social ethics — from Reverdy Ransom and Reinhold Niebuhr to James Cone and the Welfare Rights Movement — and asks what faithfulness demands of us right now. Weekly lectures, live Q&A conversations, guest lecturers, and an online community included.
"Our democracy is what's at stake," says Karen Hao, an engineer who used to work in Silicon Valley. Now she's an outspoken critic of its AI giants. The investigative journalist argues AI companies run their businesses like empires and it has to stop. In her 2025 bestseller, Empire of AI, Hao digs into the global impact of Big AI and explores how we need to rethink AI to build a better future. This podcast includes a lecture by Karen Hao and a discussion with host Nahlah Ayed.
In this special episode of The Equine Connection Podcast, Tribute's Lexi Hernandez sits down with Taylor Sheridan, the force behind Yellowstone and owner of Bosque Ranch. Taylor shares how his work has helped fuel growth in the Western performance horse industry, along with insights into his breeding program, stallion selection, and vision for the future of the sport. He also discusses the role of nutrition in developing high-level equine athletes and why it's foundational to performance, recovery, and longevity. From Hollywood to horsemanship, this episode offers a unique look at how one of the industry's most influential figures is shaping the next generation of performance horses. You can learn more about these topics by visiting our expertise page HERE If you have any questions or concerns about your own horse, please contact us HERE This podcast was brought to you by Tribute Superior Equine Nutrition
The High Republic Phase "More" lands with a compelling murder mystery, rescue mission and an eager to leap Jedi padawan as Dark Horse Comics' The High Republic Adventures -- Pathfinders #1 starts the six-issue mini-series off perfectly.Comics Discussed This Week:The High Republic Adventures -- Pathfinders #1 (of 6)Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Jedi Knights #10 (of 10) News:Over at GamesRadar+ there's a brief advanced look at April 22's Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge -- Echoes of the Empire #1 (of 5) by Ethan Sacks, Jethro Morales and Roi Mercado. Main cover's by Phil Noto.Marvel's June Star Wars comics solicits feature three titles, while Dark Horse's July solicits feature a single title.Dec. 22 is the release date for Marvel's Star Wars Legends: The Menace Revealed Omnibus Vol. 1. It collects Star Wars: Jango Fett - Open Seasons (2002) 1-4, Star Wars (1998) 7-35; material from Star Wars Tales (1999) 8, 13, 21-24; Dark Horse Extra (1998) 35-37 and Dark Horse Presents Annual 2000. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses:March 31 _ Legacy of Vader: The Reign of Kylo Ren Vol. 2 TPB (Collects 7-12)April 8 _ Shadow of Maul #2 (of 5)April 14 _ Jedi Knights Vol. 2 - A Higher Path TPB (Collects 6-10), Star Wars Visions TPB (Collects Visions -- Peach Momoko #1, Visions -- Takashi Okazaki #1, Peach Momoko's Story from Darth Vader -- Black, White & Red #1)April 21 _ The High Republic Phase III -- Trial of the Jedi Omnibus (Collects 2023's The High Republic 1-10, Revelations #1's High Republic story, The Acolyte — Kelnacca one-shot, Shadows of Starlight 1-4, Fear of the Jedi 1-5, The Finale #1: The Beacon one-shot); The Mandalorian -- Seasons One & Two (Collects #1-8 of both mini-series), Jedi Knights Vol. 2 TPB (Collects 6-10); Hyperspace Stories: Tides of Terror TPB (Collects 1-4)April 22 _ Galaxy's Edge: Echoes of the Empire #1 (of 5)April 28 _ Han Solo -- Hunt for the Falcon TPB (Collects 1-5)May 5 _ The High Republic Adventures -- The Complete Phase II (1-8, Nameless Terror 1-4, Quest of the Jedi one-shot)May 6 _ Rogue One -- Cassian Andor #1 One-Shot, The High Republic Adventures — Pathfinders #2 (of 6), Hyperspace Stories: The Bad Batch — Rogue Agents #3 (of 4)May 12 _ Star Wars: New Republic (Collects 1-10, material from Free Comic Book Day 2025: Star Wars #1)May 13 _ Shadow of Maul #3 (of 5)May 19 _ Star Wars Legends: Legacy Omnibus Vol. 1 (Collects Star Wars: Legacy (2006) #0, 0-1/2, 1-36, 41); Doctor Aphra — Chaos Agent TPB (Collects 1-5)May 26 _ The High Republic Adventures -- The Complete Phase III Part 1 (Collects The High Republic Adventures (Phase III 1-10), Saber for Hire 1-4 and the Crash Landing and Crash and Burn one-shots)May 27 _ Galaxy's Edge -- Echoes of the Empire #2 (of 5), Hyperspace Stories: The Bad Batch -- Rogue Agents #4 (of 4)June 3 _ Rogue One -- Jyn Erso #1 One-ShotJune 10 _ Shadows of Maul #4 (of 5)June 16 _ Star Wars Legends: The New Republic Omnibus Vol. 3 (Collects Star Wars: Crimson Empire (1997) #0-6, Star Wars: The Bounty Hunters - Kenix Kil (1999) #1, Star Wars: Crimson Empire II - Council of Blood (1998) #1-6, Star Wars: Crimson Empire III - Empire Lost (2011) #1-6, Star Wars: Jedi Academy - Leviathan (1998) #1-4, Star Wars: The Mixed-Up Droid (1995) #1, Star Wars: Union (1999) #1-4, Star Wars: Chewbacca (2000) #1-4, Star Wars: Invasion (2009) #0-5, Star Wars: Invasion - Rescues (2010) #1-6, Star Wars: Invasion - Revelations (2011) #1-5, Star Wars Handbook (1998) #2; material from Dark Horse Extra (1998) #21-24; Dark Horse Presents (2011) #1; Star Wars Tales (1999) #8, 11, 16-19, 21); The Art of Star Wars: A New Hope — The Manga Vol. 1June 17 _ The High Republic Adventures — Pathfinders #3 (of 6)June 24 _ Echoes of the Empire #3 (of 5)July 1 _ Rogue One: Saw Gerrera #1July 7 _ The High Republic Adventures -- The Complete Phase III Part 2 (Collects The High Republic Adventures (Phase III) 11-20, Echoes of Fear 1-4, Dispatches From the Occlusion Zone 1-4 and the one-shots 2025 Annual, The Wedding Spectacular and The Battle of Eriadu)July 21 _ Star Wars Legends: The Newspaper Strips Omnibus (Collects Classic Star Wars: The Early Adventures (1994) #1-9, Classic Star Wars: Han Solo at Stars' End (1997) #1-3, Classic Star Wars (1992) #1-20, Classic Star Wars: A New Hope (1994) #1-2, Classic Star Wars: The Vandelhelm Mission (1995) #1, Star Wars newspaper strips "The Constancia Affair," "The Kashyyyk Depths" and "Planet of Kadril”); Star Wars Modern Era Epic Collection: The Screaming Citadel (Collects Star Wars (2015) #31-43, Star Wars Annual (2015) #3, Star Wars: The Screaming Citadel (2017) #1, Star Wars: Doctor Aphra (2016) #7-8) July 29 _ The High Republic Adventures -- Pathfinders #4 (of 6)Aug. 18 _ The Art of Star Wars: A New Hope -- The Manga Vol. 2, Star Wars -- Dark Droids Omnibus (Collects Dark Droids 1-5, D-Squad 1-4, Star Wars (Vol. 3) 37-50, Darth Vader (Vol. 3) 37-50, Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) 35-40, Revelations #1 and Free Comic Book Day 2024 #1)Aug. 26 _ Rogue One: Chirrut & Baze #1Sept. 1 _ Hyperspace Stories -- Mace Windu OGNSept. 8 _ Star Wars: Poe Dameron Omnibus (Collects 1-31, Annuals 1, 2)Sept. 15 _ Smugglers & Scoundrels: The Race for Jabba's Bounty Original Graphic NovelSept. 22 _ Star Wars: Galactic Tales of Terror Library Edition (Collects Tales from the Rancor Pit, Tales from the Death Star and Tales from the Nightlands 1-3); The Bad Batch — Rogue Agents TPB (Collects 1-4)Sept. 30 _ Rogue One: Darth Vader #1Oct. 13 _ Tales From the Outer Rim: The Legend of Beggar's Canyon Original Graphic Novel, Boba Fett -- Black, White & Red Treasury Edition (Collects 1-4)Nov. 24 _ Darth Vader Modern Era Epic Collection: The Chosen One (Collects Darth Vader Vol. 2 1-12, Annual #2)Dec.1 _ Shadow of Maul TPB (Collects 1-5)Dec. 22 _ The High Republic Adventures -- Pathfinders Vol. 1 TPB (Collects 1-6); Star Wars Legends: The Menace Revealed Omnibus Vol. 1 (Collects Star Wars: Jango Fett - Open Seasons (2002) #1-4, Star Wars (1998) #7-35; material from Star Wars Tales (1999) #8, 13, #21-24; Dark Horse Extra (1998) #35-37; Dark Horse Presents Annual 2000)----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Star Wars Splash Page is a weekly podcast dedicated solely to contemporary Star Wars comics published by Marvel, Dark Horse and previously IDW, featuring views about the current week's comics, interviews with the writers, artists, colorists, letterers and editors who create them, as well as the latest details on publishing schedules, upcoming series and mini-series, so that you, the listener have more detail and context about the comics that are a vital part of Star Wars canon, lore and legends.
What does it actually feel like to no longer own the company you built from the ground up? In this episode, we open up about our experience building LivBay, what it was like stepping away, and how we're approaching business differently this time around. We also answer your biggest lash business questions, including: How to actually get more lash clients What we'd do differently if we started over Marketing strategies that are working right now The biggest mistakes lash artists make If you're a lash artist or salon owner trying to grow, this episode is packed with real insight from people who've built and scaled a lash brand before. No fluff. Just real talk and real strategy.
At 15, Cliff Vmir was doing hair in his mom's basement.By 19, he made his first million dollars.Today, he's generating over $250,000 a month in product sales, expanding into beauty supply stores nationwide, and building FEMI — one of the first all-male salon brands designed to empower young Black men.In this powerful episode of Inside the Vault with Ash Cash, Cliff breaks down:• Making his first million as a teenager• Why he retired from doing hair at 21• The bad music deal that humbled him• How TikTok became a six-figure-per-month machine• $107K in 10 days using Shopify• Why live streams aren't for the faint of heart• Building FEMI and mentoring young stylists• The “sleep when you're rich” mentality• Retiring at 40 and building generational wealth• Why AI can't replace real vibesCliff's story isn't just about beauty.It's about vision.It's about discipline.It's about turning culture into capital.If you're young, ambitious, or building something from scratch — this episode will challenge you to work harder, think bigger, and move smarter.Welcome to Inside the Vault — the greatest money mindset show on the planet.⏱ TIMESTAMPS00:00 – “Sleep When You're Rich” Mentality02:08 – Welcome to Inside the Vault03:05 – Who Is Cliff Vmir?05:10 – Making His First Million at 1906:03 – Raising Prices From $45 to $8008:44 – Celebrity Clients & Marketing Strategy10:27 – Retiring From Hair at 2112:04 – The Bad Record Deal15:27 – The Comeback Was Personal18:04 – First Viral TikTok Sales Moment21:14 – $80K Live Streams Explained23:06 – $107K in 10 Days on Shopify26:01 – Building FEMI (All-Male Salon Concept)29:18 – Mentoring Young Black Stylists31:24 – Physical Work vs Product Sales34:32 – TikTok Content Strategy36:19 – Why AI Isn't a Threat38:00 – Building a Personal Brand vs Faceless Brand41:46 – Handling Hate & Standing on Business44:18 – “Don't Let Nobody Outwork You”46:22 – Retire at 40 Vision48:14 – Calabasas Goals & Long-Term Power50:36 – Reality Show & Production Investment52:22 – Faith & Risk-Taking54:12 – Advice for Entrepreneurs56:02 – Living in Your Purpose58:30 – Final Gems1:00:00 – Closing the VaultAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Holly Frey and Bryan Young commemorate the 50th anniversary of the start of production on the original Star Wars film, A New Hope, by taking an in depth look at the first day of filming and the behind the scenes of the film and the lasting legacy Star Wars has had on the art of filmmaking. Listen in!
1. Barry Strauss introduces the power struggle following Julius Caesar's death between Mark Antony and Octavian. Antony, a noble consul and seasoned lieutenant, initially holds a superior social position. Octavian, Caesar's younger great-nephew, is viewed as less of a warrior but possesses extreme ambition and cunning. Using sources like Plutarch and Cassius Dio, Strauss describes the Second Triumvirate's efforts to punish Caesar's assassins at the Battle of Philippi. Although Antony is the hero of that victory, the "Machiavellian" Octavian begins a political game to eventually transform the Roman Republic into an Empire. (1)