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This Day in Legal History: The National Minimum Drinking Age ActOn July 17, 1984, President Ronald Reagan signed the National Minimum Drinking Age Act, the law that effectively set the drinking age at 21 across the entire country. What makes the Act a fixture of law-school classrooms isn't the policy itself—it's the clever, and constitutionally fraught, mechanism Congress used to achieve it.Here's the problem Congress faced. Setting a drinking age is a classic exercise of state police power; the federal government has no general authority to tell states how old someone must be to buy a beer. So Congress didn't order the states to do anything. Instead, it reached for its spending power. The Act directed that any state which failed to raise its drinking age to 21 would lose a percentage of its federal highway funds. States remained technically “free” to keep a lower drinking age—they'd just forfeit a slice of the highway money they depended on. Within a few years, every state had fallen into line.South Dakota challenged the law, and in the 1987 case South Dakota v. Dole, the Supreme Court upheld it. The Court laid out the framework that still governs conditional federal spending: conditions must be unambiguous, related to a federal interest, not otherwise unconstitutional, and—critically—must not be so coercive that they amount to “compulsion” rather than mere “encouragement.” The Court decided that losing about five percent of highway funds was just mild pressure, not coercion. That last piece became enormously important decades later. In the 2012 healthcare decision, NFIB v. Sebelius, the Court for the first time found that a spending condition had crossed the line into unconstitutional coercion, when Congress threatened states with the loss of all their Medicaid funding. The significance of July 17, 1984 is that a law about drinking age quietly established the constitutional playbook for how the federal government leverages its money to steer state policy—and where the limits of that leverage finally lie.A federal appeals court has reinstated the Pentagon's policy requiring journalists to be accompanied by a government escort inside the building, handing the Trump administration a win in its press-access fight with The New York Times. A lower-court judge had blocked the escort requirement in June, but a three-judge panel of the D.C. Circuit put it back in place. The legal reasoning is worth parsing. The Times argued the escort rule was retaliation against the press in violation of the First Amendment. The panel disagreed—at least for now—finding the Pentagon likely to succeed on its argument that a “generally applicable escort requirement” isn't a “sufficiently adverse action” to support a First Amendment retaliation claim. In other words, because the rule applies to all reporters rather than singling out particular outlets or viewpoints, the court was skeptical it amounts to unconstitutional retaliation. This is an interim ruling on a preliminary question, not a final decision; the Times says it looks forward to litigating the merits on an expedited basis. The significance is part of a broader pattern we've tracked this week—friction between the administration and the press over access and newsgathering. Here the court signaled that neutral, across-the-board restrictions on where reporters can roam are harder to attack than targeted ones, even as the deeper question of press access to the government remains very much alive.US appeals court keeps in place Pentagon's escort policy for journalists | ReutersA federal judge has warned the Justice Department after government lawyers cited a court decision that does not exist—an apparent AI “hallucination”—in an immigration detention case. In the Michigan matter, DOJ lawyers argued that the Sixth Circuit had barred courts from second-guessing an immigration judge's bond decision, and cited a case, Taylor v. Hott, that simply isn't real. Notably, the judge who caught it was appointed by President Trump, and he observed that fabricated AI citations have fueled “a rash of cases” clogging the courts with fake authorities. If this sounds familiar, it should—we covered a nearly identical episode on Monday, when the Eleventh Circuit sanctioned a private lawyer for the same mistake. The rule is the same regardless of who commits it: when you sign a brief, you certify that its legal contentions are grounded in real, existing law, and generative AI tools routinely invent confident, well-formatted citations to cases that were never decided. What makes this one notable is that it's the government's own lawyers doing it, in a case about detaining a human being. The judge declined to impose sanctions but issued a pointed warning that future filings must not contain nonexistent authorities. The significance is that the AI-hallucination problem has reached the Justice Department itself, and the courts' patience—already thin—is not going to extend just because it's the government at the podium.US judge warns Justice Department about AI use in immigration case | ReutersThe Trump administration is reviving the “public charge” rule, a policy that can deny green cards to immigrants deemed likely to rely on public benefits. The rule appeared in the Federal Register on Thursday, will be formally published July 20, and takes effect September 18. Here's the concept. “Public charge” is a very old idea in immigration law—the government has long been able to refuse admission or permanent residency to someone likely to become primarily dependent on government support. The fight is over how broadly to define it. The version being revived, first adopted in 2019, dramatically expanded the definition to sweep in anyone who received a government benefit—things like food stamps, Medicaid, or housing vouchers—for more than twelve months in any three-year period. The Biden administration abandoned that broad approach in 2022 and narrowed the grounds for denial; now the expansive version is back. Immigrant advocates warn of a powerful “chilling effect” beyond the green-card applicants themselves: the fear that using benefits could jeopardize their status leads people—including in mixed-status families with citizen children—to avoid the doctor, skip food assistance, or hesitate to file taxes. The significance is that a technical change to the definition of a single term can reshape the behavior of millions, deterring lawful use of public programs out of fear it will be held against someone later.US to revive rule that could deny green cards to immigrants using public benefits | ReutersAnd finally, DraftKings has sued the city of Philadelphia after receiving a subpoena, arguing that the city's consumer-protection ordinance is preempted by Pennsylvania state law. The dispute is a clean illustration of a recurring structural question: who gets to regulate what. Gambling in Pennsylvania is heavily regulated at the state level, through a comprehensive statutory scheme and a state gaming authority. Philadelphia enacted its own ordinance and issued DraftKings a subpoena as part of an investigation into potential violations. DraftKings' core argument is preemption—the principle that when a higher level of government has occupied a field, a lower one can't layer on conflicting or duplicative rules of its own. The company contends the city ordinance essentially copies Pennsylvania law, and that gambling regulation belongs to the state, not the city, so Philadelphia lacks the authority to investigate and enforce in this space. This is the same preemption logic we've seen play out between the federal government and states—here it's just one rung down, between a state and one of its cities, governed by state law and the limits of municipal power. The significance is both immediate and broad: immediately, it's a bid to quash a subpoena and fend off a city investigation; more broadly, it tests how much room local governments have to police national sports-betting companies when the state has already claimed the field.DraftKings sues Philadelphia after receiving subpoena | Reuters This is a public episode. 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In dieser (extra scharfen) Fanfolge nehmen Lenia und Luisa das bekannte Online-Beratungsportal „Frag Beatrice“ unter die Lupe. Ausgelöst durch einen Tipp aus der Community checken die beiden, welche Ratschläge dort zum Thema Sexarbeit verteilt werden. Spoiler: Es wird boomerig und vorurteilsbehaftet. Anhand konkreter Leserbriefe – wie dem einer 17-Jährigen, die ihr Taschengeld aufbessern will, oder eines verheirateten Mannes, der sich in eine Prostituierte verliebt hat – diskutieren die beiden über die Realität ihres Berufs. Sie räumen radikal mit alten Klischees über stinkende, gewalttätige Freier auf und erklären, wie professionelle Distanz im Escort wirklich funktioniert. Besonders intim wird es, als Lenia und Luisa über das Thema Eifersucht sprechen. Sie beleuchten das Phänomen des „Male Guarding“ und die Frage, wie Partner mit dem bildhaften Kopfkino klarkommen, wenn die Freundin im Puff arbeitet. Zum Schluss dürft ihr abstimmen, welche Frage Lenia und Luisa an Beatrice senden sollen.
In today's r/Relationships story, OP's discovers from her husbands friend that he had hired an escort whilst she was in the hospital.00:00 Intro00:19 Story 1 u/hspitalizdthrowaway03:02 Comments04:54 Update07:07 Comments08:26 Story 2 u/No_Hunt_339512:03 Comments14:14 Update17:21 Story 3 u/Iamjusttryingtohalp19:04 Comments22:01 Update24:22 Outro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
John Maytham speaks to Alderman JP Smith, Mayoral Committee Member for Safety and Security, on why City workers need protection to do their jobs. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The countdown is on to this year's Rose of Tralee International Festival, which returns to Kerry from the 14th to the 18th of August. As well as preparing to welcome Roses from around the world, the festival's Rose Escorts are also busy with fundraising and community events ahead of the celebrations. One of this year's escorts is Mark Lynch, who's organising a charity table quiz in aid of Milford Hospice. Mark joined Alan Morrissey earlier to discuss the Rose Festival and the quiz. Photo (c) Clare FM
In dieser Folge von „Sex in Berlin" spricht Nike Wessel mit Marie, der Gründerin der Escort-Agentur Moonlight Society, über professionelle Wege der intimen Begegnung. Marie erzählt, wie ihre eigenen Erfahrungen als Escort während des Studiums und mit anderen Agenturen sie dazu brachten, ihre eigene Vermittlung zu gründen, die den Spirit der sexpositiven Szene Berlins widerspiegelt: Vielfalt, Consent und Kommunikation auf Augenhöhe statt starrer Klischees. Gemeinsam sprechen die beiden über den Unterschied zwischen Sexarbeit und Zwangsprostitution, über emotionale Bedürftigkeit bei männlichen Kunden, über Toxic Masculinity im Dating und darüber, warum guter Sex eigentlich „not that deep" sein darf. Eine Folge über Selbstbestimmung, Scham und die Kunst, sich nicht zu verstecken. Willkommen und viel Spaß bei Sex in Berlin!Alle Infos zum Podcast und dieser Folge:Sex in Berlin Eine Studio36 Produktion Host: Nike Wessel Ton & Schnitt: Vincent LercheÜber Marie und Moonlight Society:Instagram Moonlight Society: https://www.instagram.com/moonlightsociety_berlin/Website: https://moonlight-society.com/Instagram Marie: https://www.instagram.com/ms.marie_berlin/Du vermisst unsere englischen Folgen? Wir sind umgezogen. Alle englischen Folgen findest du ab jetzt auf diesem Kanal (wir freuen uns sehr über Bewertungen und Abos): https://open.spotify.com/show/6ZLLqrAefa6xOir3Ee3CB3Studio36 Website: https://studio36.berlin/Studio36 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/studio36.berlin/Über Nike: Nike Wessel LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nike-wessel-73496118a/recent-activity/all/Nike Wessel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nike_wessel/Schau mal auf unsere “Sex in Berlin” Website vorbei! Da findest du Zusatzmaterial und Hintergrundinformationen zum Podcast und den Folgen: https://sexin.berlinSchickt uns Liebesbriefe, Feedback und Anfragen an: info@studio36.berlin Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
You have been asking me - how do I become an escort? What tips do you have for beginners in the industry? I'm finally answering that, and giving my advice for anyone who is interested in entering the world of full service sex work. This advice will also be helpful for those who are already established in the industry in other locations, but are looking for logistical information about specifically working in Europe.To be clear, this episode is NOT a comprehensive guide that tells you everything you need to know about escorting successfully and safely. This is meant to be a starting point, and it is meant to encourage you to do your own research. Safety information specifically varies so much depending on your location - I touch briefly on safety in this work, but it is imperative that you do your own research and have multiple ways to keep yourself safe while working. Elise's article that I read out: https://open.substack.com/pub/nineseedyelk/p/agony-elise-how-do-i-become-a-sexElise's article on boundaries, do give this one a read: https://open.substack.com/pub/nineseedyelk/p/companionship-the-question-of-enduranceIf you are located in Berlin, Hydra is a fantastic resource that offers information, counseling, and even specific open office hours for information on how to start escorting in Berlin: https://www.hydra-berlin.de/
What’s it like to run an escort agency for women? And who makes sure the staff is up to par? This week, Anita and Amanda sit down with Anna, the founder of a female-focused escort agency, and Jasmine, the woman hired to "test" the male escorts before they officially start. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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It's time for an Odyssey summer (except for your Patreon, we'll still be here with new exciting content for July)We appreciate all of your support and love and we have truly enjoyed this chapter of Styx and Bones but for now, we need to put down this chapter of our podcast - we have been podcasting for 5 seasons straight and it's time for the girls to take a step back.It wasn't an easy decision but it's one we stand by (for now!). We have no definitive date on a timeline coming back to the public podcast. When we do come back, we'll be shaking it up and coming back better than before. Thank you to our amazing community and for the thousands of you that listen to us
Triforce! Episode 358! Pyrion, fresh from a fancy Jingle Jam Mixer, gets locked out of his own house for hours but knows a very unorthadox locksmith, Sips has been watching documentaries about the scum at Thames Water, Elon's back with a brand new scam and Lew's back with some Tech News! Take control of your income. Start selling for $1/month at http://shopify.com/triforce Go to http://buyraycon.com/triforceOPEN to get 15% off Support your favourite podcast on Patreon: https://bit.ly/2SMnzk6 Music courtesy of Epidemic Sound. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A little late, but it's going to turn into 2 episodes of the playtest materials for the upcoming Ironsworn: Legacies from Shawn Tomkin instead of just the one bonus one for next week! I am SUPER excited to be able to test this out, and if you want to, please head over to the Ironsworn Discord channel which you can find a link to on the Ironsworn website to get in on the playtesting! In this episode I make my character, Tessa, a mighty shieldmaiden trying to earn redemption by being part of a small group of Ironlanders from the village of Rockfall to escort a mysterious outcast known as Farina, a dreamer of gods and old magic, to a place she knows only from dreams... What could go wrong, right? ----more---- Join the DMs After Dark Discord channel! I made a Ko-Fi if you feel absurdly generous and want to help cover podcast hosting costs & all the upkeep. I'm still working on whether I want to offer anything special over there or just give my extreme gratitude (maybe some stickers or something in the mail) to those who donate, but no pressure whatsoever :) Where to Follow Rene Plays Games: LinkTree | BlueSky | Threads | Instagram | Facebook | DMs After Dark Rene's Games: MECH | MECH Cities 2 | One Last Quest | I Know I Know You, But I Don't Know How... email: RenePlaysGamesPod@gmail.com Music in the Episode (in order of appearance): Rene Plays Games Theme written & produced by Dan Pomfret | @danfrombothbands
In this week's My Week In Cars Steve Cropley and Matt Prior talk more about the Autocar Awards, where they recorded this podcast. The people are the stars this week: CEOs of FIAT, Lamborghini, WATT, and others. Plus there's about the London Concours, the venue at which our awards were held.The pair also talk your letters and much more besides. For details of a special offer which gives you SIX issues of Autocar for just £6 if you click here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Magilla was on the phone from Florida, to handle the "On the Board" segment for Chaz and AJ. What are the top NY sports moments of the last 50 years? (0:00) The Knicks win streak came to end last night at MSG, and NBC NY's John Chandler was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to talk about the team's chances to still win an NBA Championship. (16:24) In Dumb Ass News, the story of someone getting smashed by a ukulele during a road rage incident. (29:52) Spice the NYC escort was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning, to share how her schedule has completely filled up with the Knicks hosting the NBA Finals. Chaz and AJ also helped her pitch the first few episodes of a NetFlix series about her life as an escort, based on some experiences she's had with clients. (33:14) Photo Credit: IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect
A hidden location. Migrants awaiting a boat crossing. Who helps them to reach the UK?A journalist and an ex-soldier search for the identity of a people smuggler believed to be responsible for thousands of illegal crossings to the UK by small boats and lorries. They start with a false name: Kardo Ranya. A man who has evaded arrest for several years by keeping his real identity a closely guarded secret. It makes it near impossible for law enforcement agencies to issue and international arrest warrant.Sue and Rob know what he looks like from social media posts advertising his crossings and lifestyle. Their search takes them across Europe and to the Middle East, where they discover a network of powerful smugglers operating from a town in Northern Iraq.It's two years since Sue and Rob located a gang leader in their podcast Intrigue: To Catch a Scorpion and the illegal business of migrant journeys is more dangerous and ruthless than before.Their investigation reveals the inner mechanics of the smuggling trade and shows in close focus the people who currently control it as they search for a kingpin behind dangerous crossings to the UK by boat and lorry.A secret meeting, a missing person and a worried family. Who is the man connecting them?The series is recorded and presented by Sue Mitchell It's produced by Joel MoorsOriginal music is by Mom Tudie and sound design and mix is by Tom Brignell
Chaz and AJ spoke with "Spice," an escort from New York, who has already seen a massive increase in work requests with the incoming World Cup. Spice talked about the path that got her into the escort business, and entertained some hypothetical nighttime activities with the crew.
A hidden location. Migrants awaiting a boat crossing. Who helps them to reach the UK?A journalist and an ex-soldier search for the identity of a people smuggler believed to be responsible for thousands of illegal crossings to the UK by small boats and lorries. They start with a false name: Kardo Ranya. A man who has evaded arrest for several years by keeping his real identity a closely guarded secret. It makes it near impossible for law enforcement agencies to issue and international arrest warrant.Sue and Rob know what he looks like from social media posts advertising his crossings and lifestyle. Their search takes them across Europe and to the Middle East, where they discover a network of powerful smugglers operating from a town in Northern Iraq.It's two years since Sue and Rob located a gang leader in their podcast Intrigue: To Catch a Scorpion and the illegal business of migrant journeys is more dangerous and ruthless than before.Their investigation reveals the inner mechanics of the smuggling trade and shows in close focus the people who currently control it as they search for a kingpin behind dangerous crossings to the UK by boat and lorry.A secret meeting, a missing person and a worried family. Who is the man connecting them?The series is recorded and presented by Sue Mitchell It's produced by Joel MoorsOriginal music is by Mom Tudie and sound design and mix is by Tom Brignell
GET TICKETS FOR THERAPY GECKO LIVE: therapygeckotour.com A caller forms a lasting relationship with a woman he hired as an escort, a caller navigates a messy divorce, and a caller dissects the gaming industry with me after getting laid off. It’s time to ask the sun for forgiveness. I am a gecko. GET BONUS EPISODES: https://www.patreon.com/cw/lyleforever follow me on instagram and I’ll post a story when I’m taking calls: instagram.com/lyle4ever GET WEIRD EMAILS FROM ME SOMETIMES BY CLICKING HERE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Our trauma surgeon Dr Stephan Moran says that having motorcycle police escort funeral processions is a bad idea. No cops should lose their lives doing this, but sadly some do every year. We need to stop this.GM and Ford have abandoned sedans, and yet Honda sells many Accords every year, and Toyota sells many Camrys. We want the GM Cavalier and Ford Fusion to return. Do you?Dr Moran spots a cool 1965 Ford Galaxie restomodSteve-0 bumps into the man who crashed a 991.2 Porsche turbo S Cab at 211MPH and survived.Steve-0 drove a Maybach Mercedes SL680 and loved it#carsoncallpodcast #automobile #traumasurgeonsafety #autotrends #mercedesmaybachs680 #mbusa
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President Trump's decision to pause U.S.-led efforts to escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz as diplomatic progress with Iran advances toward a potential agreement, alongside Iran's Foreign Minister engaging in high-level talks in Beijing ahead of President Trump's upcoming visit to China. This episode examines the broader implications for global energy security, Middle East stability, ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflicts, and U.S.-China strategic dynamics in a high-stakes environment.
1/16: Bill Roggio discusses Project Freedom, a mission to escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz. The IRGCclaimed to hit a US warship, but the Navy reported no ships were struck.1904 Persia
Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast 2026 Season, episode 21. In this episode, we're joined by Christophe Jacob, one of the organising team and Frank Kelly, MKII Escort hero, to talk about The Escort Rally Special in Chimay, Belgium, on 11th –13th September. A rally that delivers a pure, no-compromise celebration of Ford Escort rallying on fast, technical asphalt. Designed exclusively for Escort machinery, this niche event has quickly become a focal point for iconic Ford Escort enthusiasts. This rally caters for all types of RWD Escorts, but FWD or 4WD cars may also be considered. Set across demanding stages in the Hainaut region, the rally promises close competition and a strong community atmosphere. Frank and Christophe offer firsthand insight into the challenges and charm of competing in a single-marque rally. Whether you're a driver, fan, or historic rally devotee, this is one you won't want to miss. #FordEscort #rallyfans #onebrand #irishrally #motorsport #fastford #FrankKelly #babyblue
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In today's episode of Trending Middle East, the US prepares to begin escorting foreign vessels through the Strait of Hormuz under a new initiative aimed at easing pressure on global shipping. In Tehran, Iran says it has received a US response to its 14-point peace proposal aimed at ending the war within 30 days. In Abu Dhabi, policymakers and industry leaders gather for the Make it in the Emirates summit, expected to generate billions in industrial agreements focused on supply-chain resilience. Adnoc also announces plans to award Dh200 billion ($55 billion) in contracts over the next three years, signalling a major investment push in the UAE's energy sector following its exit from Opec. And in Dubai, tunnelling begins on the Metro Blue Line, part of a wider transport expansion that includes the planned Gold Line, as the city continues to build for long-term growth. Trending Middle East is AI-assisted, using original reporting published in The National and curated and edited by humans.
I’m still trying to pick my jaw up off the floor after this one. We sat down with Katjia, a former accountant who traded spreadsheets for the life of a professional girlfriend, and the numbers she’s pulling are actually insane. From $2,500 dinner dates to a $75,000 five-night getaway, she’s revealing exactly what happens behind closed doors (including why some clients end up falling in love). Plus, we settle the ultimate debate: producer Neps takes over for a final, chaotic round of Guess the Fart. 0:00 – Guess the Fart: Neps’ Last Stand (I will always be proud of this)4:30 – Meet Katjia: From Accountant to Professional Girlfriend6:15 – The $2,500 Dinner Date9:40 – Catching Feels: Dating the Clients12:30 – Why She’ll Never Quit for Love15:10 – The $75,000 Five-Night Gig17:45 – Dealing with the Haters & Married Men
Podcaster and standup Kaytlin Bailey of The Oldest Profession chats about decriminalizing sex work, the real agenda with harmful legislation, how she came to escorting, and her live show that's touring the US in 2026.On the show:Kaytlin Bailey, podcaster and comedianKaren Yates, host and producer of Wild & Sublime, writer, and energy workerMentioned on the show:The Oldest Profession live show and upcoming show dates in New Orleans, Chicago, Denver and moreThe movie Classified: The War on BackpageWe have a ton of resources at Wild & Sublime. Sign up for updates too!Check out our new line of tees and accessories! Be wild & sublime every day! Shipping discounts for orders over $50.Do you feel stuck? Work with host Karen Yates in Zoom groups and one-on-one as she uses the energy of sound to reduce stress and help repattern behavior. Learn more about Biofield Tuning.Show your love for sex-positive podcasting: Leave a lil' tip!Support the showFollow Wild & Sublime on Instagram and Facebook!
Polemiche sul 25 Aprile. Festa di sinistra?Francesca Bubba litiga con Parenzo sulla manifestazione, poi va all'attacco di Jonathan. Mimmo Blaze ha fatto ricorso...Giò Urso è nell'indagine Escort, si difende. Anche da Caterina Collovati
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How to Build Resilience During Hard Times: Hope Is Not Canceled Note: This episode discusses suicide and mental health. Have you ever been in a season of life so heavy that you genuinely couldn't see a way through — or watched someone you love disappear into that darkness and not known what to do? That feeling of helplessness is more common than most of us admit. And the silence around it is costing lives. Resilience isn't something certain people are just born with. It's a skill, and most of us were never taught how to build it. For so many high-achievers, the pressure to appear strong means struggling alone, missing the signals in the people around them, and reaching a breaking point long before they ask for help. In this episode, Blake sits down with Kristen Christy, co-creator of the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline and Master Resilience Trainer, to talk about how to build resilience during hard times, what to say when someone you care about is struggling, and why hope is never as far away as it feels. Episode Highlights Resilience Is a Skill, Not a Personality Trait [03:40] - Kristen's story: stroke, suicide loss & a missing child [38:21] - How to be intentional about building resilience before the storm hits [42:00] - Reframing "NO" as Next Opportunity & sentence shifters that change everything What People Get Wrong About Struggling [15:46] - Why most of us are silently carrying more than we show [16:30] - How anxiety shows up as overwork and why we celebrate it instead of seeing it [35:01] - Why shame is the most harmful thing we do to ourselves & others How to Support Someone Who Is Struggling [09:00] - The ACE framework: Ask, Care, Escort [10:30] - Why you should use your EAP and how to call 988 for a friend [30:00] - Small gestures that can save a life The Role of Hope in Getting Through Hard Times [34:19] - "When we lose hope, that's where everything falls apart" — Blake [34:42] - Kristen's HOPE acronym: Hold On, Pain Eases & Help One Person Every Day [41:00] - Borrowing hope when your own hope chest is empty Powerful Quotes "When we lose hope, that's where everything falls apart." — Blake Schofield "Most people don't want to die. They want to want to live." — Kristen Christy "Resilience is moving from challenge to challenge without losing hope." — Blake Schofield "It takes nothing away from a burning candle to light another candle." — Kristen Christy Guest Resources Website: KristenChristyCares.com Instagram: @kristen.christy.cares LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kristenchristy 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — call or text 988 (you can call for a friend) Resources Mentioned Let's explore what's possible for your team: If your company is investing in burnout, wellness or adaptability initiatives, but seeing rising burnout, disengagement, or retention risk, it may be time to address the root cause. We identify & diagnose organizational risk - surfacing the key drivers of burnout, leadership capacity and adaptability strains impacting your team; reduce leadership attrition, disengagement and preventable turnover; equip your leaders with the skills to increase their productivity & lead effectively during pressure and uncertainty. Explore Workshops, Leadership Capacity Risk Assessments, Leadership Development or Consulting at https://impactwithease.com/corporate-training-consulting/ Executive Coaching: For founders, executives, and senior leaders who are successful but feeling drained, stagnant, or uncertain about their next step. Whether you're burned out, standing at a crossroads, or simply know you're meant for more—you don't have to figure it out alone. Go to impactwithease.com/coaching to apply! Discover what is driving your burnout: In just 5 minutes, learn your unique burnout type™ & how to restore your energy, fulfillment & peace at www.impactwithease.com/burnout-type
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https://m.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?sid=tindogpodcast&_pgn=1&isRefine=true&_trksid=p4429486.m3561.l49496 Alice Okoro returns to the Moon having escorted a prisoner, Mitchell Kane, from a Mars waystation. He has confessed to committing a murder on the Red Planet, but Nathan suspects he isn't telling the whole truth. Is Kane the killer? If not, who is? And why would he admit to a murder he hasn't committed? The answer to those questions brings shocking consequences. Recorded on: 5-7 November 2024 Recorded at: The Soundhouse Writer Roland Moore said: "The Star Cops characters are so well drawn, originally by Chris Boucher and then from what script editor Andrew Smith and the rest of the team have done. They've been played so consistently over the years, so getting back into writing for them is quite easy. And, I had great fun with the two guest characters. Mitchell Kane is a man totally out of his depth, and it's fun to see him unravel - Homer Todiwala's portrayal of Mitchell was a joy to hear." Director Helen Goldwyn added: "Mitchell is quite a character, brilliantly played by Homer. He's a really interesting personality type, and it's great to see his evolution. Also joining us on this episode is the fabulous Hannah Bristow, who I had the pleasure of working with in a show the year before; I knew that she had such a distinctive voice and such a naturalistic style, so it was great to come across the role of Samantha and be able to offer that to Hannah." David Calder (Nathan Spring) Trevor Cooper (Inspector Colin Devis) Linda Newton (Chief Superintendent Pal Kenzy) Hannah Bristow (Samantha Curran) Lynsey Murrell (Inspector Alice Okoro) Philip Olivier (Inspector Paul Bailey) Homer Todiwala (Mitchell Kane)
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Commodity Context founder Rory Johnston joins the RenMac Off-Script team to discuss escalating attacks in the Strait of Hormuz and why a prolonged disruption could remove up to 20% of global oil supply and push oil to $200. The team breaks down why markets may be underpricing the duration of the conflict, how refinery shortages in Asia could ripple through global energy markets, and why Russia may ultimately benefit from the crisis. They also discuss the limits of SPR releases and U.S. shale responses, cracks forming beneath the surface in equities, why gold and defensive sectors aren't behaving like a typical risk-off environment, and how geopolitics could collide with Fed policy, inflation data, and consumer spending in the weeks ahead.
President Trump says the US Navy will escort tankers through the Strait of Hormuz "if necessary", after shipping traffic almost entirely halted through the key sea passage following Iranian threats to "set fire" to ships. We hear the latest on shipping in the region.We also head to Lebanon as hostilities between Israel and the Iran-backed group Hezbollah continue to escalate. What does this mean for the future of the country? And OpenAI says it's rewriting parts of what it calls an “opportunistic and sloppy” deal with the US government over the use of its AI in classified military operations.(PHOTO: Tankers are seen off the coast of the Fujairah, as Iran vows to close the Strait of Hormuz, amid the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran, in Fujairah, United Arab Emirates, March 3, 2026. Credit: REUTERS/Amr Alfiky/File Photo).
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Dana and David are back rocking their wildest hair yet. David kicks things off with golfing stories alongside Jon Lovitz, receiving a CRAZY drunk midnight text, and witnessing the biggest French loaf he's ever seen on television (it'll make sense once you tune in). Dana then dives into recent revelations around AI and Sydney Sweeney's new underwear line, Syrn, before they jump into the news with riveting stories like why escort demand is skyrocketing. And FINALLY, they decide what Fly On The Wall fans should officially be called. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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