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Here is a recap of Day 7 of the 2026 Route Inspection. Our last day started in Dyersville, we then visited the Field of Dreams, Farley, Epworth, Centralia, and ended our day at the Mighty Mississippi in Dubuque. What a great week touring small town Iowa! If you missed any be sure to catch up with the JustGoBike Podcast daily reports on each day of the RAGBRAI Inspection Ride! Co-hosts AP and Murph will fill you in on the ups and downs of the route, news and highlights from the RAGBRAI LIII communities, interviews with fellow Route Inspectors, and more! Registration for RAGBRAI LIII: www.ragbrai.com Watch, or listen on our Just Go Bike YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@JustGoBikePodcast Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com.
The Athletics head to their future City to play six games this week. Ed Kasputis interviews the Honorable Louis Schiff, co-editor of Attorneys in the Baseball Hall of Fame about the City of Sacramento wanting an MLB expansion team and much more.
Wesley Wright Lighthouse Bible Church Sunday, June 7, 2026 2 Corinthians 8:6-15 Title: Poor that we might be rich Paul encouraged readers at Corinth to give in lockstep with the other values they had already shown (2 Corinthians 8:7-8). He did not command them, notably. Remember freewill giving? What does it mean that Jesus Christ was poor? What does it mean that we became rich via His poverty (2Co 8:9)? First, consider the basic necessities. Many of us, but not all, have more than we need: 1Ti 6:6-10 Jesus Christ was rich, and everything was created through Him: Joh 8:51-59; Col 1:15-18; Heb 1:3-9 While he was physically on the Earth, Jesus Christ did not live a lavish... for full notes: http://www.lbible.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=1793
Elle avait choisi de s'appeler « Lee » plutôt qu'Elizabeth, préférant un prénom androgyne coupant court d'emblée à tout a priori genré sur sa plume et son œil. Lee Miller préférait prendre des photos plutôt qu'en être le sujet, elle dont le corps lui avait échappé dès l'enfance. Mannequin, photographe, apprentie puis complice de Man Ray, photographe de mode pour Vogue, elle obtient l'une des rares accréditées par l'armée américaine pour suivre les troupes pendant la Seconde Guerre mondiale, avec Margaret Bourke-White et Helen Kirkpatrick. Lee Miller semblait n'avoir rien à perdre, et tout à montrer. Fascinante femme, libre et ingénieuse, Lee Miller donna à voir la vie dans ses infimes détails qui parfois éclairent tout et permettent de mieux comprendre la grande Histoire. Elle documenta la chute de l'Allemagne nazie, la libération des camps et l'Europe sidérée, affamée et meurtrie. Une plume, un œil, une curiosité insatiable, une voix pour les femmes Photojournaliste, Lee Miller écrivait la vie, le réel, en exposant les à côté pour exacerber l'inhabituel, les contrastes. Les légendes de ses photos sont faites du même grain, elle pose sur ses mots le même effet que sur la pellicule, elle solarise pour faire émerger les contours, les détails avec humour, sensibilité, humanisme et une certaine férocité parfois. Lee Miller est une artiste protéiforme, se réinventant constamment, créant sans cesse. Des photos de et avec ses amis surréalistes à Paris, à sa vie après la guerre à Farley's Farm où elle s'installe avec son mari, le peintre Rolland Penrose et leur fils Anthony. Souffrant de stress post-traumatique, déprimée, fragile elle fait de cette maison une nouvelle bulle de création. Cette ferme devient la maison des surréalistes, l'endroit où les amis de Paris, de Londres ou d'ailleurs se retrouvent, leur refuge et l'endroit où elle organise l'oubli, et sa reconstruction. Cuisiner pour créer et se reconstruire C'est Manon Fleury, la cheffe du restaurant Datil qui poste la première les photos exposées au Musée d'Art Moderne de Lee Miller au fourneau, elles figurent dans la dernière section de cette riche et géniale exposition. La cuisine, Lee Miller s'était formée à Paris et Londres à l'institut du Cordon bleu. Une passion dévorante, créatrice, Lee Miller ne fait rien à moitié. Elle s'engage entièrement dans cet art qui rassemble, nourrit, exprime et soutient. À sa table ses amis, peintress sculpteurs poètes, Picasso Max Ernest, ses amis surréalistes rencontrés à Paris, à Londres, ou ailleurs : c'est leur refuge aussi, elle y organise l'oubli. Une pièce de la maison est dédiée à son impressionnante collection de livres de cuisine : plus de 2 000 ouvrages. De ses mille vies de Lee Miller, l'histoire n'a failli retenir que la muse, si son fils n'avait pas retrouvé dans le grenier de Farley's farm à la mort de sa mère toutes ses archives, photos, négatifs, carnets. Elles sont précieusement conservées et voyagent le temps d'exposition comme la rétrospective du MAM à Paris. La beauté est un atout complexe, elle inspire, mais peut figer aussi, emprisonner, cataloguer, or Lee Miller est une artiste, entière, rebelle et libre. Fascinante. Avec Fanny Schulmann, conservatrice en chef du Musée d'Art Moderne à Paris et co-commissaire de l'exposition Lee Miller avec Hillary Floe. La rétrospective Lee Miller est à Paris jusqu'au 2 août 2026, elle sera ensuite exposée à Chicago aux États-Unis. ► Pour aller plus loin : - Les archives conservées par son fils Anthony Penrose et sa petite fille Ami. - Les vies de Lee Miller d'Anthony Penrose. Seuil. Lee Miller : A life with food, friends and recipes de Ami Bouhassane, Penrose Film Productions Ltd and Grapefrukt Forlag. Des extraits du passionnant podcast de Judith Perignon sont diffusés dans l'émission. C'est un podcast « Les grandes traversées » sur France Culture.►Pour l'écouter. - Le catalogue de l'exposition Lee Miller au MAM. Éditions Paris Musées - Sur les traces de Lee Miller à Farley's farm house - Le cordon bleu à Paris - Le sang d'un poète de Jean Cocteau. Programmation musicale : YEKERMO SEW, de Mulatu ASTATKE. La recette : Une page de recettes « les plus farfelues que vous n'aurez jamais vues », de Lee Miller, un artiche de Arthur Gold et Robert Fizdale publié dans le magazine Vogue en Avril 1974. ► The most unusual recipes you have ever seen, Vogue, 1974.
1. ábryn - Aura [Enhanced Chill] 2. Boxer feat. GAALIA - I'm Lighter With You [Colorize] 3. Estiva - Mistika [Colorize] 4. Massane - Cheshire Cat [This Never Happened] 5. Lauren Mia & Alfa Romero & Delaney Jane - The Creator [Enhanced Recordings] 6. Julia Linkogel - All You Need [Colorize] 7. Matt Fax - Tomorrow [Colorize] 8. M.O.S. - Changes [Colorize] 9. mölly & FARLEY - edges [Colorize] 10. Nitrous Oxide & Farius - Eterna [Enhanced Progressive] 11. Phillip Castle - Let Me Take You [Enhanced Progressive] 12. Omnia & Gabriel Eli - In My Soul [Enhanced Progressive] 13. Lørean - Flow [Enhanced Recordings] 14. JES - Take Me Away (SØNIN Remix) [Black Hole] 15. Icarus - Falling [Colorize]
05-31-26 Sanctuary Service, Everything, Everywhere, All at Once - Rev. Nicole Chapman-Farley, Alex Barnes, M.Div.
We made it.Episode 300 is here, and we're celebrating with one of the most beloved comedies ever made: Tommy Boy (1995).In this full spoiler episode, Chris and Dr. Dare dive into:
Mike and Trey Farley host the Luxury Outdoor Living Podcast and interview Rhonda Sheeran of Fiber Creations about Pool Stars, a patented fiber-optic “stars in the pool floor” product with a 3D twinkling effect that appears on the pool bottom and reflects off the water surface. Rhonda describes her background in pool tile, renovation, plastering, and early fiber-optic lighting, and explains how Pool Stars use high-quality Mitsubishi fibers bundled from an LED RGBW/DMX-capable illuminator (no electricity in the water) through minimal piping, then distributed as single/double/triple fibers for varied brightness. She details installation steps, plaster/tile considerations, remodel approaches, distance limits (~90 feet), dimming and app/DMX control, use cases (sun shelves, decks, walls, star ceilings, countertops), quality cautions, and typical costs varying by star count and labor. Discover more: https://www.fibercreations.com/ https://www.farleypooldesigns.com/ https://www.instagram.com/farleydesigns/ https://www.instagram.com/luxuryoutdoorlivingpodcast/ 00:00 Podcast Welcome 01:12 Meet Rhonda Sheeran 02:18 Pool Stars Origin Story 05:55 How Pool Stars Work 10:35 Installation Step by Step 15:17 Remodels and Tile Pools 17:02 Safety and Equipment Setup 21:25 Customization and DMX Control 25:10 Creative Applications Beyond Pools 27:53 Finish Tips and Longevity 29:25 Podcast Legacy Story 30:29 Remodeling a Star Pool 32:19 Drones and Dimming Control 33:43 Why Quality Fiber Matters 35:25 Acrylic Windows and Placement 36:23 Star Ceilings Installation 39:11 Backlit Stone and Showers 41:16 Controllers Apps and Music Sync 44:21 Product Evolution and Install Tips 47:35 Durability Big Clients and Future 50:16 Cost Ranges and Design Options 52:19 Rapid Fire Guest Questions 54:20 Seeing It In Person and Wrap Up
Denver is great but the Rockies are not. Our PhD Committee discusses the first stage of negotiations between the Players Association and the Owners. Ed Kasputis interviews Jared Diamond from the Wall Street Journal about nanoneedles and much more.
Wesley Wright Lighthouse Bible Church Sunday, May 31, 2026 2 Corinthians 8:1-5 Title: Philanthropy from the poor Notice the following: they gave freely they gave above their means and they understood the value of service to the brethren. The Macedonians were impoverished. They gave freely anyway for the sake of other saints, and Paul praised them for doing so. Paul was familiar with the people of Macedonia: Act 16:4-11, Act 19:13-22 What's the application for us? We should also give freely. There's no fixed amount to giving, and no NT commandment that believers tithe. Here's a reminder about where tithing was mandated for the... for full notes: http://www.lbible.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=1792
Buying a car should not feel like entering a battlefield, but for many women, it can.In this episode of Girls Gone Gritty, Farley and Jennifer bring humor, honesty, and practical grit to the car-buying process. From insurance costs and dealership pressure to recalls, warranties, financing, and the emotional side of choosing the right vehicle, they break down why walking into a dealership prepared matters. They also talk about how men and women often approach cars differently, with some leaning toward status and performance while others think about safety, lifestyle, practicality, and family needs.The episode offers useful reminders for anyone shopping for a car: know your credit score, research APR rates, check the VIN, compare Carfax with NHTSA recall information, and do not be afraid to “phone a friend” before signing anything. It is a fun, real-world conversation about confidence, preparation, and making smart choices without letting pressure take the wheel.Episode Highlights:(0:00) Intro(0:59) Buying a car as a woman(1:49) Top three news stories(5:00) Needing another family vehicle(5:33) Why car lots feel intimidating(7:21) Men, women, and car choices(10:55) Picking one car for many needs(12:35) Helpful car safety technology(14:34) Financing, warranties, and hidden costs(16:00) Checking recalls with NHTSA(18:47) Credit scores, APR, and lease math(20:34) Negotiation and phoning a friend(22:18) Got Grit Award for oyster restoration(24:09) Song of the week: “Confident”Send us Fan MailSupport the showFollow us:Web: https://girlsgonegritty.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/girlsgonegritty/More ways to find us: https://linktr.ee/girlsgonegritty
Frog and Farley discuss their upcoming show, which is on June 12th in Danvers, MA.
The Cubs are up and the Cubs are down, currently in third place. Ed Kasputis interviews Al Yellon about this year’s Cubs and his new book, The Incredible Chicago Cubs Trivia Book.
Wesley Wright Lighthouse Bible Church Sunday, May 24, 2026 2Co 7:11-16 Title: Results of Godly sorrow + repentance Remember that Paul wrote a severe letter - one that produced a positive response from his readers. Remember that Godly sorrow in very different than the sorrow of the world. The sorrow of the world produces death. Paul recognized several positive aspects that had come from the Godly sorrow that his readers had as a result of his letter (2Co 7:11). Earnestness - diligence and eagerness. Readers found them motivated to be more serious in acknowledging their sin. Psa 139:19-24 Vindication of [themselves] - cleared of blame or... for full notes: http://www.lbible.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=1791
12 - The Dom Giordano Program is LIVE from Frank S. Farley Service Plaza on the way down the shore! Dom has a bone to pick with trucks who back into the parking spot. The NJ State Police look sharp today! 1205 - What did we think of Stephen Colbert's final show last night? What ultimately led to his demise? 1215 - Side - something or someone Americana. We got a bit off the rails! 1230 - Trump has been pure comedy lately. Your calls. 1235 - Robin Shaffer joins us from the beach today as they "unlock the beach” down in Ocean City. How did he corral all these people? What does a slice of pizza go on the boardwalk nowadays? Does Dom have any questions for the young kids on boardwalk? What about a Councilmember? 1250 - Linda Kerns will be joining us later! Finally, people went to jail for committing fraud! The Friday Five: Top 5 Shore Towns
What if the thing making you smile online is also the thing keeping you scrolling?In this episode of Girls Gone Gritty, Farley and Jennifer talk about the unexpected power of pets on social media, from viral dog videos to the way algorithms use feel-good content to keep people engaged. Farley shares how Moose's Instagram account quickly gained huge views, likes, and shares, proving that people connect deeply with simple, joyful animal moments.But the episode also looks at the other side of online attention. The hosts talk about short-form video, privacy settings, location sharing, AI content permissions, and why people need to be more careful about what they post. Along the way, they celebrate the love pets bring, highlight Croatia's dog lifeguards, and reflect on how music and animals can help people feel comforted when life feels heavy.It's funny, honest, and a little eye-opening.Episode Highlights:(0:00) Intro(1:17) Recapping Last Week's Conversation(3:02) Top Three Headlines Begin(8:37) Why Pet Content Feels So Good(9:21) Moose Goes Viral Online(10:46) Algorithms, Dopamine, and Doom Scrolling(12:29) The Reel That Took Off(15:12) Pet Influencers and Product Offers(17:32) TikTok, AI, and Content Permissions(18:42) Privacy Risks and Location Settings(21:32) Croatia's Dog Lifeguards Get Gritty(24:36) Creating a Family Pet Instagram(25:24) Music, Comfort, and “Fix You”(27:34) OutroSend us Fan MailSupport the showFollow us:Web: https://girlsgonegritty.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/girlsgonegritty/More ways to find us: https://linktr.ee/girlsgonegritty
Mike and Trey Farley of Farley Pool Designs interview Steve Kenny of SRK Pools in East Hampton, Long Island, who describes his path from a family pool service business started in 1985 to building high-performance “chlorine-free” pools. Kenny explains how decades of service experience led him to advanced water treatment using high-output ozone with UV to create advanced oxidation (hydroxyl radicals), paired with activated glass media filtration, CO2 pH control, and a Blue Sentinel controller to maintain very low chlorine (about 0.1–0.2 ppm) with minimal manual intervention and monthly service. He details side-stream ozone injection, contact tanks, ozone destruction and safety monitoring, and floor-return/skimmer hydraulics to reduce dead spots. The conversation covers pathogen control (e.g., crypto/giardia), equipment “bunkers,” freeze-thaw considerations, keeping pools open year-round, wellness trends like cold plunges, and Kenny's water-inspired mosaic art. Discover more: https://www.farleypooldesigns.com/ https://www.instagram.com/farleydesigns/ https://www.instagram.com/luxuryoutdoorlivingpodcast/ 00:00 Podcast Welcome 01:17 Meet Steve Kenny 02:26 From Culinary to Pools 04:46 Going Chlorine Free 07:42 AOP Hydroxyl Explained 09:08 Ozone System Sizing 11:53 Automation and Controls 14:32 Bunkers and Venting 17:39 Why Add UV 20:54 Glass Media Filtration 22:58 Hydraulics Skimmers Returns 25:13 Real World Results and Cost 30:26 Training Maintenance Teams 33:25 Delicious Water Philosophy 35:27 Proactive Water Care 36:10 Mindset Over Energy Costs 37:14 AOP Basics Ozone UV 38:09 Glass Media And No Minerals 40:21 Chlorine Sensitivity Explained 41:23 Building For Freeze Thaw 45:37 Plumbing Flow And Heating 46:55 Perimeter Overflow Artistry 47:44 Underwater Art And Tile 50:35 Designing For Lifestyle 51:51 System Capacity Dogs And Bugs 58:23 Wellness Cold Plunge Trends 01:01:37 Rapid Fire And Wrap Up 01:04:06 Show Mission Closing
Coastal North Carolina is rich in waterfowling history and Ed Farley, hailing from the Matamuskeet region exemplifies the NC state motto Esse Quam Videri, the motto in Latin reads as genuine, honest, and disciplined, rather than just appearing to be so. Ed Farley, Manager of Conservation Programs for VA, NC, SC, and GA grew up with wetlands and ducks in his blood and followed that tradition into a career that benefits all the great people across duck country USA. Today we join Ed to hear his story of waterfowl wonderment and growing into an impactful hunter-conservationist.
Kingdom in Motion | Guest Speaker Skyler Farley by MCC
Manager Alex Cora has been fired and the Red Sox remain in last place. We celebrate the band, Boston as Ed Kasputis interviews Kurt Smith from ballparkeguides.com about beautiful Fenway Park.
Wesley Wright Lighthouse Bible Church Sunday, May 17, 2026 Title: God's repentance, and ours Text: 2Co 7:8-10 As a reminder, Biblical repentance for believers is a change of course: Mat 3:1-4; Mat 4:12-20 Sin grieves God, and His Holy nature demands a response. People had become so evil that God was sorry that He even put man on the earth: Gen 6:3-8 Saul's disobedience and sin grieved God: 1Sa 15:7-11 The word repent in the KJV might be better understood as relent. God in His sovereignty can make a threat - which is short of a decree - and those threats are conditional in nature. The Lord sought to do harm to the people of... for full notes: http://www.lbible.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=1790
What counts as cheating when no one else is technically in the room?In this episode of Girls Gone Gritty, Farley and Jennifer get honest about boundaries, secrecy, sex, technology, and the conversations many couples avoid. They start with lighter updates, from graduation season and family milestones to NCAA eligibility changes and Elizabeth Smart's powerful reinvention through bodybuilding. Then the episode shifts into a bold and uncomfortable question: where is the line between personal privacy and betrayal?The hosts talk through emotional affairs, porn, sex toys, masturbation, and how technology has changed intimacy, trust, and access. They question whether secrecy is the real issue, why emotional connection outside a relationship can feel more painful than physical cheating, and how couples need clearer conversations around what feels respectful or hurtful. The episode also honors Lulu Gribbin with the Got Grit Award for turning trauma into a safety initiative, then closes with a reminder to trust your gut, speak up, and keep communication honest.Episode Highlights:(0:00) Intro(1:06) Celebrating graduations and family milestones(2:40) Top three stories of the week(5:08) NCAA changes athlete eligibility rules(8:14) Elizabeth Smart's bodybuilding comeback(10:07) Setting up the cheating conversation(11:49) Statistics around men, women, and infidelity(13:26) Why emotional affairs can hurt deeply(15:16) Do sex toys and porn cross a line?(18:50) Technology, porn, and blurred boundaries(22:17) The 80-20 rule of infidelity(23:13) Sex toys, privacy, and personal choice(28:11) Protecting innocence in a digital world(30:16) Got Grit Award: Lulu Gribbin(32:47) Song of the week: “Madeline”Send us Fan MailSupport the showFollow us:Web: https://girlsgonegritty.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/girlsgonegritty/More ways to find us: https://linktr.ee/girlsgonegritty
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05-10-26 Sanctuary Service, Indeed, God Is Not Far - Rev. Nicole Chapman-Farley
On this episode of Luxury Outdoor Living Podcast, Mike Farley interviews Scarlett Hanson, owner of Floatee US, during Water Safety Month about Floatee, a France-made anti-drowning T-shirt for children that looks like an anti-UV swim shirt but automatically inflates into a life jacket when submerged, inflating in under three seconds, keeping the wearer on their back with airways out of the water via an asymmetrical design. It won a prestigious design award, has been used by over 50,000 people in Europe, and has generated parent testimonials after real pool incidents. The system uses a dissolving sensor and replaceable gas canister; the inflatable insert can be moved between shirt sizes and bright colors aid visibility. Sizes currently cover 10–25 kg, with 25–40 kg in development, plus adult manual/automatic versions. Scarlett shares pricing, certifications (ISO 12402), washing instructions, travel guidance for canisters, and plans for awareness, retail expansion, and trade-show demos, with info@floateeus.com. Discover more: https://www.floateeus.com/ https://floatee.co/en https://www.farleypooldesigns.com/ https://www.instagram.com/farleydesigns/ https://www.instagram.com/luxuryoutdoorlivingpodcast/ 00:00 Welcome to the Podcast 01:17 Water Safety Month Intro 01:59 Meet Scarlett and Floatee 02:21 How Floatee Works 05:04 Inside the Tech 08:23 Fit Sizes and Reuse 10:35 Travel and Layering Tips 12:23 Adult Versions Explained 14:46 Scarlett Safety Journey 20:26 Why Drowning Gets Overlooked 24:32 Real Life Saves and Pricing 27:35 Future Plans and Care 32:42 Rapid Fire Questions 34:23 Contact and Trade Shows 35:54 Final Wrap Up
This week, Curt Pochert and ADL join us for another movie night as we dive into the 1995 comedy classic, Tommy Boy! We explore the incredible physical comedy of Wisconsin's own Chris Farley and the unique chemistry he shared with co-star David Spade that turned their real-life SNL friendship into a cinematic showcase. Along the way, we discuss the film's "selling brake pads" plot, Farley's roots at Marquette University, and the bittersweet legacy of his comedic style. We also branch out into discussions about his idols, John Belushi and John Candy, and look at the iconic roles Farley almost played—including the original voice of Shrek! From favorite quotes to the impact of SNL stars on the big screen, we cover all this and much, much more! Enjoy!
Wesley Wright Lighthouse Bible Church Sunday, May 10, 2026 Title: A special letter 2Co 7:8-10 Remember: Repent = change course Repentance is wedded to salvation It's a privilege to repent, and to be repentant Paul made readers sorry via a letter. We don't have that letter, but context tells us what he addressed in it. Paul regretted the letter initially, but seeing how it made folks changed their behavior, he no longer regretted it. Instead, he rejoiced in that circumstance. Rebuking in this case worked out, and Paul knew the ramifications: Pro 27:5-6 What does it mean to repent? The Greek word metanoian (μετάνοια) means to... for full notes: http://www.lbible.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=1788
The Farley house was competitive in one thing: Comedy. He says a lot of comedians now are trying to be smart, and poignant, but what makes him really laugh is someone falling into a lake.
What if the biggest problem in your family is not the issue itself, but the way nobody talks about it? In this episode of Girls Gone Gritty, Farley and Jennifer talk about motherhood, respect, communication, and why real connection feels harder today. They start with a Mother's Day reminder to honor the moms we still have and remember the ones we miss. Then they move into stories about service, safety, kindness, and grit.The heart of the episode is about how texting, slang, social media, news, and fast replies have changed the way people speak to each other. Farley and Jennifer share why listening, patience, eye contact, and respect still matter, especially in families and between parents and kids. They also remind listeners that kids learn communication by watching adults. The episode closes with a powerful Got Grit spotlight on Christina Applegate and her honesty about MS, pain, trauma, and strength.Episode Highlights:(0:00) Outro(1:08) Celebrating Mother's Day and motherhood(2:29) Naval Academy athlete joins the Steelers(4:01) Stolen crop dusting drones recovered(5:58) Boston Marathon runners show kindness(7:40) Why communication feels more disrespectful(9:22) How slang changes connection(12:03) Texting, tone, and misunderstood messages(14:41) Listening as a lost skill(18:29) Why kind communication is harder now(22:53) Taking a pause before responding(24:47) Respecting elders and setting boundaries(27:27) Communication as a gift(29:04) Christina Applegate receives the Got Grit award(34:02) Inspirational lyric and closing thoughts(35:40) OutroSend us Fan MailSupport the showFollow us:Web: https://girlsgonegritty.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/girlsgonegritty/More ways to find us: https://linktr.ee/girlsgonegritty
Mike and Trey Farley host the Luxury Outdoor Living Podcast and interview Sean of Deck Remodelers from Northern New Jersey about his background from an Irish carpentry family through construction and culinary school to specializing in high-end decks since 2007–08. Sean describes winning 70+ national design awards, focusing on team-building, and advising homeowners to start with an honest budget rather than bidding games, then vet contractors by details and materials (steel framing, premium PVC, fewer posts, better beams). He explains his in-house architects and exterior-focused interior designers, custom fabrication and board bending for curved decks and stairs, full-yard design/GC scope, VR walkthroughs, and standardized training via “Deck Remodelers University.” Topics include fire features and clearances, covered spaces, lighting and electric infrared heaters (Infotech), under-deck drainage (Haven Under Deck), code/climate considerations like frost depth, and common remodel failures from inadequate blocking. He also discusses NADRA's education/community, his book and favorite book “Die With Zero,” and a road-trip ride to Niagara Falls. Discover more: https://deckremodelers.com/ https://www.farleypooldesigns.com/ https://www.instagram.com/farleydesigns/ https://www.instagram.com/luxuryoutdoorlivingpodcast/ 00:00 Welcome to the Podcast 01:17 Meet the Hosts and Guest 01:34 Spring Weather and Busy Season 02:01 Why the Name Deck Remodelers 02:24 Origin Story and Early Carpentry 05:35 From Culinary School to Construction 06:49 Deck Medic to High-End Decks 08:20 Awards and Building a Team 09:08 Homeowner Mistakes and Budget Talk 12:08 In-House Designers and Architects 13:46 Curved Decks and Board Bending 18:08 Fire Features and Material Safety 18:48 YouTube Experiments and 50 Cal Test 19:50 Full Backyard Design and GC Scope 20:38 Standardizing Quality with DRU 22:44 Service Area and Expansion Plans 25:05 Climate Loads and Louvered Roofs 27:04 Designing Transitions and Materials 28:56 Tough Home Styles and Review Boards 30:32 Writing the Book and Going Full Service 31:38 Grand Staircases and Glue-Lams 32:45 Heaters and Lighting Expertise 36:58 Frost Lines Steel Framing and Durability 40:02 Designing for Function and Furnishings 41:02 Making Under-Deck Space Usable 42:38 Waterproofing Done Right 43:38 Details That Add Value 46:15 Cover It For Comfort 47:46 Building Docks On Ice 50:17 Lifestyle Upgrade Mindset 51:39 Football Fan Banter 53:51 Master Planning Backyards 57:24 Gunite And Clay Engineering 01:01:20 Contractor True Crime 01:05:14 NADRA And Community 01:09:26 Fire Features Under Roofs 01:11:23 Rapid Fire Favorites 01:17:15 Wrap Up And Mission
Farley and Froggy discuss the end of the season.
The Pope loves the White Sox (and everyone else) but can the White Sox turn things around? Ed Kasputis interviews Kurt Smith from ballparkeguides.com about Rate Field.
Wesley Wright Lighthouse Bible Church Sunday, May 3, 2026 Title: Comfort for the brokenhearted 2Co 7:2-7 If you leave remembering nothing else, know that: 1) The Lord will provide for those who are brokenhearted and 2) you are never alone in this life since the sovereign God is with us. It was especially important that Paul emphasize - again - the pure nature of his work to readers 2Co 7:2-3). Act 20:26-33 Paul saw how the Lord was working in the lives of his readers and was bold in speech to them (2Co 7:4). Paul also said he and the others were comforted and exceedingly joyful even amid persecution. Again, Paul and the others lived difficult lives. In Macedonia, they had no rest (2Co 7:5). Conflicts and fears were... for full notes: http://www.lbible.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=1787
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Froggy and Farley are questioning everything after this Game 6 loss.
What happens when justice feels too slow, too soft, or too broken? In this episode of Girls Gone Gritty, Farley and Jennifer take on a heavy but very real conversation about revenge, punishment, fear, forgiveness, and the line between justice and vengeance. They start with their weekly top three stories, including wild insurance fraud, a Picasso raffle for Alzheimer's research, and the Sackler family's legal fallout from the opioid crisis.From there, the conversation turns deeper. The hosts explore why violent crimes can make people crave “an eye for an eye,” especially when children, loved ones, or innocent victims are involved. They also talk about social media fear, subway safety, the justice system, mental health, personal accountability, and why forgiveness can feel almost impossible after tragedy.This episode is useful for listeners who wrestle with anger, fear, justice, or how to respond when the world feels unsafe. It is raw, honest, and gritty, but it also points back to compassion, responsibility, and choosing not to let pain define who you become.Episode Highlights:(0:00) Intro(0:55) Missing Earth Day and 4/20(2:09) Wild insurance fraud in a bear suit(3:03) Picasso raffle supports Alzheimer's research(4:07) Sackler family and opioid accountability(5:49) Revenge, justice, and human reaction(7:14) Social media, anger, and violent crime stories(10:03) The Marianne Bachmeier case(12:37) Where “eye for an eye” began(15:44) Mental health, punishment, and the death penalty(19:16) Safety, fear, and public spaces(24:17) Forgiveness after unimaginable loss(25:36) Accountability and changing how we communicate(27:12) Got Grit Award winner of the week(28:26) Song of the week: “Jealous” by Labrinth(29:55) OutroSend us Fan MailSupport the showFollow us:Web: https://girlsgonegritty.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/girlsgonegritty/More ways to find us: https://linktr.ee/girlsgonegritty
The Automotive Troublemaker w/ Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier
Shoot us a Text.Episode #1328: We're joined by guest host Steve Greenfield to talk about Ford's CEO sounding the alarm on a make-or-break moment for legacy automakers, while China's ultra-affordable EVs show just how intense—and fast—the global competition has become.Show Notes with links:See Steve's keynote from last year's ASOTU CON hereLegacy automakers are staring down a perfect storm as EVs, software, and Chinese competition reshape the industry. Ford CEO Jim Farley says this could be a defining survival moment—one that feels a lot like the 1920s all over again.Farley calls today a “fitness test” as EVs, software-defined vehicles, and emissions targets collide all at once.Chinese automakers have leapfrogged legacy OEMs in EV tech, speed to market, and cost—sometimes building cars twice as fast.Ford admits early EV efforts missed the mark on cost and design, losing money despite strong consumer interest.Dealers remain a strategic advantage as global competitors lack distribution networks built over decades.“If we don't put our chips on the right number… Ford could maybe not exist.” — Jim FarleyAt the Beijing Auto Show, one thing is clear: China's EV market isn't just competitive—it's brutally cheap. With dozens of models under $25K, the pricing gap versus the U.S. is becoming impossible to ignore.The average new car in the U.S. tops $51K, while China offers 200+ EVs under $25K—and some under $12K.Models like the Wuling MiniEV start around $6,500, prioritizing affordability over size and speed.BYD is dominating the segment, selling hundreds of thousands of sub-$12K EVs with surprising tech and range.Even entry-level Chinese EVs now include features like lidar, fast charging, and 300+ mile range (China standard).“When you get in [these vehicles], you don't feel like you are in a small car.” — Analyst Felipe MuñozJoin Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier every morning for the Automotive State of the Union podcast as they connect the dots across car dealerships, retail trends, emerging tech like AI, and cultural shifts—bringing clarity, speed, and people-first insight to automotive leaders navigating a rapidly changing industry.Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/
A visit with senior pitcher, Dylan Farley!
Mike and Trey Farley introduce and interview Armen from Southern California's Arto Brick, a family business founded in the 1960s by Armen's father after emigrating from Egypt. Armen explains how the company began with handmade clay thin-brick veneer sold on a milk route, grew from installation into full-time manufacturing, and expanded staff significantly. He discusses working through family-business conflicts, Arto Brick's “rustic elegance” look and how trends affect demand, and the value of handmade products and factory tours. Armen outlines current offerings—handcrafted concrete and low-absorption clay tiles for walls/floors indoors and outdoors, trims/coping, custom colors/shapes, and curated stone/porcelain—plus installation and maintenance issues like sealing, expansion joints, and hot-weather setting, with notes on saltwater pool impacts. He also shares favorites (movie Patton, books Gates of Fire and How the Mighty Fall) and travel interests. Discover more: https://www.arto.com/ https://www.farleypooldesigns.com/ https://www.instagram.com/farleydesigns/ https://www.instagram.com/luxuryoutdoorlivingpodcast/ 00:00 Podcast Welcome 01:17 Meet Armen Arto Brick 02:01 Immigrant Origin Story 03:39 Thin Brick Innovation 06:06 Scaling the Family Business 07:58 Working With Family 10:37 Celebrity Client Tales 12:02 Trends Rustic Elegance 14:53 Handmade Factory Advantage 19:06 What Arto Brick Makes 22:48 How Customers Discover It 27:14 Pool Coping Throwback 30:05 How Tiles Are Made 31:12 Molding and Packing Tiles 31:54 Concrete vs Clay Process 33:12 Low Absorption Benefits 34:48 Indoor Outdoor Transitions 35:42 Freeze Thaw and Waterproofing 37:04 Saltwater Pool Material Choices 39:54 Common Install Mistakes 41:31 Expansion Joints and Movement 42:37 Sealing and Cleaning Tips 43:36 Patina Expectations and Trends 45:41 Ceiling Install Stories 48:44 New Art Tazo Brick Line 50:47 Growing in California 52:43 Legacy and Customer Value 54:52 Rapid Fire Favorites 57:16 Travel Plans and Wrap Up 58:30 Podcast Mission Statement
Froggy and Farley discuss Game 4!
The O’s are hovering around .500 with Oriole Park looking great after Phase I of its renovation. Ed Kasputis interviews Paul Valle III, the host for the Bat Around for Press Box Sports about all things Orioles.
Froggy and Farley react to an exciting Game 3.
Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about vagueposting screenshots of Baseball Savant percentiles, a Ron Darling comment during the Mets’ 12th consecutive loss about why pitchers shouldn’t apologize to batters for throwing inside, team-level changes in pitch usage and results this season, why MLB partly escaped the NBA’s tanking epidemic, why relievers are struggling so far, baseball parallels to track’s quest to produce lighter shoes, and an EW listener meetup tool (password: EW2026), then Stat Blast (1:25:12) about player home run totals that outstripped team win totals, winning streaks built from other teams’ losing streaks, and batting orders with jersey numbers that matched lineup slots, plus (1:39:40) a postscript. Audio intro: Benny and a Million Shetland Ponies, “Effectively Wild Theme (Horny)” Audio outro: Alex Ferrin, “Effectively Wild Theme” Link to vagueposting wiki Link to Buxton/McLean matchup Link to pitch before homer Link to home run pitch Link to Clemens on McLean Link to Clemens on hard in, soft away Link to Ben on the Pirates Link to Sawchik on the Pirates Link to THT on the Pirates Link to Dan S. on the Mets Link to SNY ritual clip Link to MLB.com on SNY ritual Link to Baumann on Lumineers curse Link to Mr. Met/Lumineers post Link to NYT on Mamdani curse Link to Rosenberg Mr. Met story Link to team pitching changes Link to 2025 team FA% Link to 2026 team FA% Link to Senzatela pitch usage Link to pitch-type usage by year Link to 2025 team Stuff+ Link to 2026 team Stuff+ Link to 2025 team contact% Link to 2026 team contact% Link to 2025 team pitching WAR Link to 2026 team pitching WAR Link to Sportico on NBA tanking Link to Gold Plan wiki Link to Gilbert “catch” Link to MLB.com on Legumina Link to MLBTR on Legumina Link to MLB SP stats Link to MLB RP stats Link to WSJ running shoes article Link to Ben on MLB player improvements Link to Cooper on fastball speed Link to fastball speed joke graphic Link to listener meetup tool (PW: EW2026) Link to meetup tool Reddit post Link to HR>wins spreadsheet Link to losing streaks spreadsheet Link to jersey=lineup slot data Link to Kenny Jackelen Link to listener emails database Link to streak-snapping Mets gamer Link to 1914 Federal League game Link to 1991 Pirates-Cubs game Link to 2011 Dodgers-Diamondbacks game Link to 1952 Dodgers-Braves game Link to 2017 Yankees-Rays game Link to 1928 Cleveland-Detroit game Link to 1923 Dodgers-Cardinals game Link to 1934 Cardinals-Reds game Link to 2004 Rangers-Tigers game Link to 2019 Diamondbacks-Brewers game Link to EW Episode 2405 Link to Nimmo/Semien comparison Link to Murakami homers fun fact Link to Clemens on Murakami Link to Kruk in a suit Link to Farley’s Matt Foley skit Link to Farley’s Kruk skit Link to Weaver post Sponsor Us on Patreon Give a Gift Subscription Email Us: podcast@fangraphs.com Effectively Wild Subreddit Effectively Wild Wiki Apple Podcasts Feed Spotify Feed YouTube Playlist Facebook Group Bluesky Account Twitter Account Get Our Merch! var SERVER_DATA = Object.assign(SERVER_DATA || {}); Source
What have we lost as life has gotten faster, louder, and more connected?In this episode of Girls Gone Gritty, Farley and Jennifer take a heartfelt walk through the decades, reflecting on what made the 70s, 80s, and 90s feel so memorable. What starts as a fun conversation about nostalgia turns into something deeper: a look at how presence, shared experiences, and simpler routines shaped the way people connected. They talk about the cultural feel of each era, from the grit of the 70s to the ambition of the 80s and the raw energy of the 90s, while also comparing that to today's world of nonstop technology, fragmented attention, and algorithm-driven living.One of the biggest takeaways is that life used to require more intention. People made plans ahead of time, watched shows together, listened more closely, and lived with clearer boundaries between work, home, and play. The episode also reminds listeners that looking back is not about romanticizing the past. It is about learning from it. The conversation closes with a strong message about giving kids more freedom, protecting real connection, and being more thoughtful about how we live now.Episode Highlights:(0:00) Intro(1:45) Farley's California trip and life update(3:19) Three current culture stories(6:45) Artemis, space, and the power of crew(10:14) Why looking back helps us move forward(11:23) What made past decades feel different(12:00) A walk through the decades(14:09) The spirit of the 70s(19:10) The ambition and excess of the 80s(29:17) The raw energy of the 90s(33:32) Y2K and the shift into modern life(35:14) Why today feels more fragmented(36:52) A challenge to revisit old eras(38:50) What kids still need from us today(40:12) Tim Tebow as the Got Grit award winner(42:53) Song of the week and final takeaway(44:45) OutroSend us Fan MailSupport the showFollow us:Web: https://girlsgonegritty.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/girlsgonegritty/More ways to find us: https://linktr.ee/girlsgonegritty
DR1In our 'And in the biggest leadership transition of 2026' headline of the week. RPM Announces Appointment of Thomas C. Gentile, III to Board of Directors*************** In our 'When we told shareholders that keeping Jay Hoag on the board was in the best interests of shareholders right after they voted him off the board. Haha, suckers.' headline of the week. Reed Hastings Reveals His 'All-Time Favorite Memory' At Netflix As He Steps Down*************** "My all-time favorite memory was January 2016, when we enabled nearly the entire planet to enjoy our service."In our 'Proxy analysts give up and openly announce laziness' headline of the week. AI as the New Proxy Advisor: Reshaping Shareholder Activism Communications*************** AI is currently more likely to support an activist's case for change than an incumbent Board and management team.Which sources most often shape AI analysis in proxy fights? frequently source lower-quality, but higher-volume, automated sites for retail financial analysisIn our 'Master Certified Life Coach and college dropout tells people that data centers are the new corporate coffin' headline of the week. A talent CEO says data centers are a 'massive opportunity' for office workers to pivot mid-career*************** Broadstaff CEO Carrie CharlesIn our 'Two MIT grads beg the Supreme Court to let them cause millions of addictions and bankruptcies and maybe even influence geopolitics' headline of the week. Kalshi's fight over sports betting is hurtling toward the Supreme Court—and the future of gambling is at stake*************** In our 'Switzerland calls Singapore to congratulate its success in diversity in leadership' headline of the week. Gender diversity, tenure length remain governance gaps among Singapore company chairpersons*************** 3 of 30 Sing: 1 in 30 switzMM1In our 'CHINA CHINA CHINA CHINA CHINA CHINA part 1' headline of the week. Ford's CEO said he chose to test-drive a Xiaomi and not a Tesla because the latter doesn't have an 'updated vehicle'"We flew one from Shanghai to Chicago, and I've been driving it for six months now, and I don't want to give it up,"In our 'CHINA CHINA CHINA CHINA CHINA CHINA part 2' headline of the week. Ford CEO Draws Line In Sand: Keep Chinese EVs Out Of US – 'Should Not Let Them Into Our Country'Allowing the Chinese companies in would be "devastating” to American manufacturing, which Farley calls "the heart and soul of our country.”In our 'When we say, "Endless", you say, "Temporary"!' headline of the week. Red Lobster's Endless Shrimp Is Back—With a Few Strings AttachedUnlike the promotion's previous iteration, this time Red Lobster plans to offer Endless Shrimp on a limited-time basis at participating locations. The chain won't serve it to-go, for delivery, or on holidays.In our 'When we say "Standard", you say, "What standards?"' headline of the week. Standard Dental Labs Inc. Appoints Brendan Cummins to Board of DirectorsBrendan Cummins, finance and trading dude, joins the board that includes founder James Brooks, whose prior work in "financial leadership" and Claire Ambrosio, lawyer to James Brooks. The management team listed includes Kristin Triplett, accountant, David Acosta, finance acquisitions, and Tiffany Boulton, communications. Not listed at Standard Dental Labs: a standard dentist.In our 'When we say, "Your nurse", you say, "You mean Gary, the gig nurse who also works as a DoorDash delivery guy?"!' headline of the week. ‘Uber for nurses': gig-work apps lobby to deregulate healthcare, report findsDR2In our 'Exclusive-horses are horses' headline of the week. Exclusive-Musk and insiders to retain voting control of SpaceX after IPO*************** In our 'Hey Ma, another headline where big tech screws up big but won't be held liable, you know, because of free speech or china or trans people or DEI or whatever, tell Dad!' headline of the week. Barclays CEO Flags Anthropic's Mythos AI As Potential Catalyst For Cyberattacks On Global Banks: 'A Serious Issue'*************** In our 'Blah blah founder blah blah chairman blah blah nepobabies blah blah activist investor blah blah blah how did this board even exist in the first place blah blah blah founder let's get rid of the only woman blah blah blah founder blah blah blah investors' headline of the week. Activist Investor Value Base has joined forces with the late founder's children in efforts to oust the chairman and most of the board, including the late founder's second wife.*************** Radcom: 7 directors: 1WIn our 'The meritocracy is for wussies' headline of the week. Elon Musk bans résumés and cover letters in hiring for his chip team. These are the 3 bullet points he's looking for instead***************In our 'The meritocracy is for pussies' headline of the week. The FBI is easing hiring requirements and turning to social media to attract applicants to rebuild workforce depleted by firings and resignations***************In our 'About 1,000 activist investors tried to storm a Veterinary Diagnostics company protected by a classified board, a dual class stock structure, and an independent lead director that has been on the board for 24 years' headline of the week. About 1,000 animal welfare activists tried to storm a beagle research facility protected by a manure-filled trench, hay bales and a barbed-wire fence***************MM2In our 'After careful consideration, after considering Craig, Johny, Kevan, Eddy, Steve, Mike, Phil, and Adrian, we settled on John to succeed Tim who succeeded Steve.' headline of the week. Apple names John Ternus as CEO to replace Tim CookIn our 'What Jeff Garcia taught us about succeeding Steve Young' headline of the week. What Tim Cook taught us about succeeding a legendIn our 'When we say "Exit", you say, "Executive Chair!"' headline of the week. Tim Cook's exit is part of a CEO reckoning sweeping Corporate AmericaIn our 'Though shareholders voted against mustard, the board thinks the vote results reflect a general view that hot dogs are not delicious, and so the board has rejected the resignation of mustard.' headline of the week. A. O. Smith board rejects director resignation after shareholder voteFollowing the tender of offer of resignation by Dr. Kadri and in accordance with the Policy, the Committee (with Dr. Kadri recusing herself) considered the offer of resignation at a meeting on April 14, 2026. Based upon, among other things, the skills and qualifications of Dr. Kadri to be a member of the Board, her past contributions to the Board, and the belief that the “withheld” votes for Dr. Kadri, who is a highly valued member of the Committee, were primarily reflective of stockholder views regarding the Company's dual class capital structure and not because of any specific objection to Dr. Kadri, the Committee recommended that the Board reject the offer of resignationIn our 'If Chief Legal Officer is the calf of companies, are Chief Human Resource Officers the groin?' headline of the week. C.E.O.s Are the Heads of Companies. Should They Also Be the Face?
In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week's episode, we discuss Tesla having its HW3 reckoning, Ford reshuffling its EV unit, Donut Lab being in hot water, and more. The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek's YouTube channel. As a reminder, we'll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in. After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps: Apple Podcasts Spotify Overcast Pocket Casts Castro RSS We now have a Patreon if you want to help us avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast: We talk to Aseem Kapur, energy and eMobility executive at GM Energy! Tesla doing final ‘Signature Series' run of Model S and X Plaid — starts at $159,420 Tesla gets FSD Supervised approved in the Netherlands — here's what it means Tesla tells HW3 owner to ‘be patient' after 7 years of waiting for FSD Key evidence disappears from Tesla involved in bizarre crash Ford reshuffles EV unit, Doug Field out as Farley chases 8% margin Ford CEO warns Chinese EVs would hit ‘the heart and soul' of the US Lucid names new CEO as it raises over $1 billion and ramps up robotaxi ambitions Slate Auto closes funding round with enough financial runway to reach next stage of production Donut Lab's ‘miracle' solid-state battery is fraud, says insider, Donut Lab denies Here's the live stream for today's episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET: https://www.youtube.com/live/jAAb1ie0NGI
Story of the Week (DR):Sneaker Company Allbirds Plans to Pivot to A.I. Yes, A.I. MMAfter selling its business for $39 million last month, the company said it planned to buy powerful computer chips and rebrand itself NewBird AI.Allbirds is ditching years of clean and green street credEach share of Class A common stock is entitled to one vote on each proposal and each share of Class B common stock is entitled to ten votes on each proposalClassified: one Class I director to hold office until the 2028 Annual MeetingAI/technology experience on board: ZEROVoting powerCofounder/former CEO/director Joseph Zwillinger (24%)VC dude: B.S. in Industrial Engineering and Operations Research; M.B.A. Wharton; director since 2015Cofounder/former CEO/director Timothy Brown (27%)Former soccer player: B.S. in Design; M.Sc. in International Management; director since 2015 Director Dan Levitan (33%)VC dude: B.A. in history from Duke University and an M.B.A. from Harvard; director since 2016Lead independent director and “effective chairperson” Dick Boyce (4%)VC dude; B.S.E from Princeton and M.B.A. from Stanford; director since 20162 whole womenAlsoSnap blames AI as it lays off 1,000 workersStarbucks launches beta app in ChatGPT to fuel new drink discoveryUS Army Builds First AI Chatbot for Troops, Trained on Live Conflict Data From Iran and Ukraine, Built on Reddit-Style ForumsMeta is making an AI Mark Zuckerberg to talk to employees, report says‘AI Is Our Friend,' Morgan Stanley CEO SaysTrump administration taps automakers to boost weapons production in WWII-style pushSenior U.S. defense officials have held talks about producing weapons and other military supplies with top executives of companies includingGeneral MotorsCEO/Chair Mary Barra has spent 2025 and 2026 "cozying up" to the administration. In recent shareholder letters, she has explicitly thanked Trump for his support of the industry and praised his tariff policy for "leveling the playing field."Director Wesley G. Bush: the former CEO of defense giant Northrop Grumman also sits on the board of GE Aerospace, acting as a major link to the administration's military expansion goals.Two weeks prior to his resignation as CEO, a scathing independent review outlined the 14-year delay, 19x budget overrun ($800M), and numerous human errors made by Northrop Grumman in the construction of the James Webb Space Telescope, which led to Wes testifying before congressGM donated $1 million to the 2025 inauguration and supplied the official presidential motorcade vehicles, continuing their long-standing traditionFord MotorCEO Jim Farley has been described as a frequent caller to President Trump. In January 2026, Trump was caught on a live mic during a Michigan factory tour claiming Farley calls him "all the time" to push for the repeal of environmental "garbage" (EPA regulations).Chair William Clay (Bill) Ford Jr.: has maintained what he calls a "great relationship" with President Trump since the 2024 election. In January 2026, he personally hosted Trump at the Ford Rouge Center in Dearborn, where they toured F-150 production lines.Ford Motor Company was one of the first major corporations to "line up" for the 2025 inauguration. The company donated $1 million to the Trump-Vance Inaugural Committee and provided a fleet of vehicles for the ceremony's transportation needsDirector Jon Huntsman Jr. served as Trump's Ambassador to Russia during his first term.GE AerospaceCEO/Chair Larry Culp has a very direct win-win relationship with the administration. In May 2025, Culp accompanied President Trump on a high-stakes trip to the Middle East.During that trip, Trump helped broker a $96 billion order from Qatar Airways for Boeing jets, which will be powered exclusively by GE engines.Culp was seen side-by-side with Trump in Doha celebrating the deal.Director Wesley G. Bush: the former CEO of defense giant Northrop Grumman also sits on the board of GM, acting as a major link to the administration's military expansion goals.OshkoshDirector David Perkins: a retired 4-star General and former commander of the U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC)U.S. tech companies ramp up government lobbying amid Iran war uncertaintyNetflix Chair Reed Hastings to Leave Board in June The founder is stepping aside to focus on his philanthropic effortsSarandos or Peters or Hoag?Average Frequency 2004: approximately 5 to 6 discs per month per subscriberToday: Monthly Average: This adds up to about 31 to 32 hours per month.The "Browsing" Tax: Interestingly, data shows that the average user spends about 18 minutes per day just scrolling through the menu before actually hitting "play." If you include that, people are "using" the app for nearly 40 hours a monthPopulist math time: that's 6570 minutes=109.5 hours=4.6 daysAccording to the latest data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for March/April 2026, the average hourly wage in America is: $37.38 per hour=$4093.11Average US minimum wage is $11.60=$1270.20IBM folds to Trump anti-DEI push, admits no misconduct but pays $17M penalty3 (of 14) women with 11% total influence: no leadership positions21 execs/5 women: 3 are Assistant General Counsel, Chief Human Resources Officer, Chief Legal OfficerWhite House study says DEI policies cost US economy by promoting unqualified managersGoodliest of the Week (MM/DR):DR: Oil prices may be falling, but for the wrong reason: ‘Demand destruction' throttling global consumptionEuropean Airlines Face Fuel Shortages Within WeeksDR: Karen S. Carter Named Dow CEO; Number Of Black Women Running Fortune 500 Companies Now At 2MM: Big grid batteries are finally on a roll in New EnglandAssholiest of the Week (MM):There is one asshole of the week - protection from liability. Here are the incarnations.Security: We're in a new era of heightened CEO safety measures, security pros sayStarbucks Mandates CEO Private Jet Use After Security ReviewMeta spends more guarding Mark Zuckerberg than Apple, Nvidia, Microsoft, Amazon, and Alphabet do for their own CEOs—combinedFriday's attack on Sam Altman's house underscores a growing worry for some CEOs: safety at homeSnap paid $2.8 million for CEO and cofounder Evan Spiegel's personal securityAlphabet paid $8.3 million for CEO Sundar PichaiMusk = $2.4mHuang = $2.2mTech billionaires seem to be doom prepping. Should we all be worried?Reid Hoffman, the co-founder of LinkedIn, has talked about "apocalypse insurance".Security costs are directly correlated to how much we hate the CEOs - this is not a mistake, literally these people are the ones who take advantage of employees and customers, ruin the free world, destroy everything they touch and make billions doing itI never need to make an asshole list again - I just need to identify what company pays the most for security for their CEODamion's prediction of a corporate nation state is close - small armies, bubbles and islands, no accountability?Social Media: Meta vows appeal of 'landmark' social media verdicts, warns of free speech erosionSo now Meta is arguing that the teen in California was harmed by the content, which is protected by section 230, so Meta can't be liable. But the teen argued that the DESIGN of Meta social media was the problem, NOT the content, and that's how they wonMeta and Google lost because of content recommendations, not content - the recommendations are entirely in the control of Meta and GoogleMeta is effectively now arguing that algorithmic delivery is free speech - but they talk out of the other side of their mouths when coddling Trump and conservatives, because if algorithm is free speech here, it means content moderation IS ALSO FREE SPEECH since the algorithm IS MODERATIONIf Meta wins on appeal, it means that the social media companies can never be liable for anything - not the product design, not the content - it is the ultimate coup, there would be nothing you could possible sue them forNew study shows just how Facebook's algorithm shapes conservative and liberal bubblesLegislation: Bill Cunningham, Illinois State Rep DROpenAI Backing Law That Protects It When AI Causes Mass Deaths and Other MayhemAnthropic Opposes the Extreme AI Liability Bill That OpenAI BackedProvides that a developer of a frontier artificial intelligence model shall not be held liable for critical harms caused by the frontier model if the developer did not intentionally or recklessly cause the critical harms and the developer publishes a safety and security protocol and transparency report on its website. Provides that a developer shall be deemed to have complied with these requirements if the developer: (1) agrees to be bound by safety and security requirements adopted by the European Union; or (2) enters into an agreement with an agency of the federal government that satisfies specified requirements. Sets forth requirements for safety and security protocols and transparency reports. Provides that the Act shall no longer apply if the federal government enacts a law or adopts regulations that establish overlapping requirements for developers of frontier models."Critical harm" means the death or serious injury of 100 or more people or at least $1,000,000,000 of damages to rights in property caused or materially enabled by a frontier model, through either: (1) the creation or use of a chemical, biological, radiological, or nuclear weapon; or (2) engaging in conduct that: (A) acts with no meaningful human intervention; and (B) would, if committed by a human, constitute a criminal offense that requires intent, recklessness, or negligence, or the solicitation or aiding and abetting of such a crime.Headliniest of the WeekDR: Amazon Accused of Hiding Worker's Death for a Week, Making Employees Keep Working as Corpse Lay on FloorDR:374Water Reappoints Richard "Rick" Davis to the Company's Board of Directors AND CMC Announces Appointment of Michael 'Mike' Dumais to Board of Directors AND Regis Corporation Announces Appointment of William “Bill” Charters as Independent DirectorMM: ChatGPT's “Honest Reaction” to a “Song” Composed Entirely of Gas-Passing Noises Will Make You Question Whether It's Honestly Evaluating Your Other Brilliant IdeasWho Won the Week?DR: Wesley BushMM: Anyone who wants to cause “critical harm” to societyPredictionsDR: Wharton creates two new MBA courses inspired by Allbirds: MKTG 655: Consumer Gaslighting & The Algorithmic Pivot and MGMT 910: Advanced Failing UpwardsMM: In 2027, Reed Hastings will be elected as an independent director at Netflix
With the Strait of Hormuz in crisis and gas prices surging, few executives are feeling the pressure more acutely than Ford Motor Company CEO Jim Farley. He joins Rapid Response to give a candid account of what the turmoil means for the auto industry, and for an iconic American brand navigating one of the most turbulent moments in its history. Farley gets frank about the China threat reshaping the global auto business, and his frustration with Ford's own ingenuity. Plus, why Ford is back in Formula One, and why Farley sees a storm gathering in the so-called "essential economy".Visit the Rapid Response website here: https://www.rapidresponseshow.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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