Podcasts about fast and furious

Layoff announcements have been coming fast and furious: 16,000 at Amazon; up to 30,000 at UPS; more at Dow Chemical, Pinterest, T-Mobile, and more. These latest workforce reductions won't show up in the January jobs report, but they do suggest a labor market under increasing stress. This morning, we'll dig in. But first, tech companies like Google are considering putting power-hungry data centers used to fuel AI into space. What would that look like?

Right before they head out on their first headline tour, Brian McShea of Good Terms joins the show to talk about the albums that inspired the band, Star Wars, the Fast and Furious franchise, how the success of the Avatar movies is a conspiracy, & much more!EARGASM Use the code METALCORENERDS to save 10% off your order. Protect your hearing while still enjoying the music you love.Support Good Terms!Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Listen to 'Burnout Deluxe'Song of the Week: Good Terms "All In"Check out the Metalcore Nerds Pull List Spotify PlaylistJoin the Metalcore Nerds Community:Discord | FB GroupFollow Metalcore Nerds on Social Media:Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube | TikTok

02-02-26 - Entertainment Drill - MON - Next Installment Of Fast And Furious Has A Name - Molly Ringwald Says 16 Candles Shouldn't Be RemadeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With the cadence of games continuing to be fast and furious for the Seattle Kraken, the guys added another .5 episode this week, touching on Seattle's last three games, in which they've gone 2-1-0. Lots of discussion in this one on Jared McCann's phantom hat trick and Jacob Melanson getting poked in the face from the bench by Brandon Duhaime. Plus, Kraken Player of the Week, Weekly One-Timers, and much more.SUBSCRIBE! ENJOY! REVIEW!

Alicia and 'Naynay dig into recent announcements like Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift in Orlando, what's replacing Supercharged, and how Pokémon will be rolled out worldwide.Related LinksHollywood Drift Orlando News: https://orlandoparkstop.com/news/theme-park-news/rip-ride-rockit-replacement-officially-announced-to-be-fast-furious-at-universal-studios-florida/Pokémon Going Worldwide News: https://orlandoparkstop.com/news/theme-park-news/pokemon-attractions-coming-to-universal-parks-worldwide/Jon Corfino on Coaster Story: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1474372363784645'Naynay Insta: https://www.instagram.com/withnaynay'Naynay X: https://x.com/Naynay3655 Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.socialSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop

It's time for another Life in the Fast Lane, and Vin Diesel has one message for you: Happy Birthday, America... Before we figure out what that's all about, we tackle the Tokyo Drift Minute, which features some of the film's most iconic lines as well as a new showdown: Morimoto vs. Neela? We Run the VIN for another light session... but calendars and time are subjective to Vin Diesel, so does this cadence even matter? Tyrese enters the Criterion Collection! We celebrate. We hear of a new Fast-esque TTRPG. What are the most memorable kisses in the Fast and Furious movies? Joe tries to guess. We do some Fast & Furious trivia that Barry Hertz put together (the sheet is in our Discord, and we don't spoil any answers starting at 38:50). We talk briefly about The Pitt and 28 Years Later. Email us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠family@cageclub.me⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/2fast2forever⁠⁠⁠⁠. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Show your support at the 2 Fast 2 Forever shop⁠⁠⁠⁠!Extra special shout-out to Alex Elonen, Brian Rodriguez (High School Slumber Party), Michael McGahon, Lane Middleton, Jason Rainey, Wes Hampton, Josh Buckley (Whole Lotta Wolves), Michael Moser, Christian Larson, Terra New One, Aaron Woloszyn, and Randy Carter for joining at the “Interpol's Most Wanted” level or above!Intro music by Nico Vasilo. Interlude and outro music by Wes Hampton.

The Time: The futureThe Place: LondonThe Problem: The Rutger Hauer Chocolate, Coffee, and Smokes Diet!From the future writer of Hollow Man (oh no) and The Fast and The Furious! (HECK YEAH!)DISCLAIMER: Language and Spoilers!SPLIT SECONDdir. Tony Maylamstarring: Rutger Hauer; Kim Cattrall; Alastair Duncan

Today on The Natural Birth Podcast we have Sarah!Sarah is our biggest fan and have listened since the beginning 6 years ago soon, and during this time had 4 babies and always come on the show to tell us all about them and this her fourth and final baby.This 4th birth was totally different in that it did not follow her usual pattern of having prodromal labour first.Her fourth baby had his own agenda and came fast and furious. Sarah almost didn't make it to the birth center where she birthed him only 21 min after they arrived.Want to work with Anna or join The Sacred Birth Worker Mentorship?Find Anna's Website, about her Mentorship & How to Work with Her, as well as all Links & Resources she mentions in the episode here:www.sacredbirthinternational.com/links-podcast

It's the final week of the 2026 January Transfer Window, which means the moves will be coming fast and furious over the next couple days! Fabrizio Romano is here with the latest info on the futures of some of the top talents in Europe, including Fermín López, Kobbie Mainoo, Douglas Luiz, Aaron Anselmino, Jeremy Jacquet, and many others. He also touches on rumors about more managerial changes, such as Michael Carrick, Xabi Alonso, and Carlo Ancelotti.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Season 6 is here!! UpSetters discussing "upsetting news" from the first part of January, chat with new AEC hire Pastor Darnisha Thomas, and talk about fasting, and are we doing it right.

Chris Mueller does NOT like this hire in any way, shape, or form. Chris goes after Art Rooney and Omar Kahn for hiring an older version of Mike Tomlin and the worst option on the table. They picked the one option nobody wanted. The phone calls come fast and furious and not one call we took is a fan of this hire. 

President Donald Trump backs Anna Paulina Luna as she stands firm demanding action on the SAVE Act—and Joe Pags asks the question everyone's asking: why hasn't Trump endorsed anyone yet in the Texas GOP Senate race? Then it's rapid-fire headlines you won't hear framed this way: a contractor indicted on six counts for allegedly leaking classified information to The Washington Post; the House Oversight Committee expanding its probe into massive Minnesota fraud—with Pags revealing signs that California may be the next fraud bombshell; and Don Lemon making waves again by calling Nicki Minaj a racist—prompting Pags to say enough. Then the tone shifts for a rare, must-hear conversation as Joe Pags sits down with acclaimed actor Giancarlo Esposito. They dive into his life and legendary career, sharing heartfelt stories about their Italian fathers, family, faith, and the moments that shaped him as an artist and a man. It's honest, emotional, and unforgettable—an hour that starts fast and furious and ends with real depth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep. 308. Recorded 11/1/2025. Episode out of Time… Todd & Dewayne have a fast and furious time evaluating the biggest and best “sports” movies of all time… and then suggest their own list.

This week from a galaxy far, far away with Jon Justice.- Maul: Shadow Lord Trailer Drops.- Why Mando and Grogu is going to be a success. - Listener Feedback SUPPORT JON JUSTICE AND PICK UP YOUR COPY OF THE EMBARK, SPACE OPERA SERIESAn exciting mix of Fast and Furious, Star Wars, Ready Player One and the sci-fi adventures of the 70's - 2000'sEMBARK: Book 1 and EMBARK: Treasure in Darkness (Book 2) EMBARK: The Vanishing War (Book 3) Gahan Corbijn and the Asteroid of Misfortune, The Rocket Queen (Book 5) Fear the Dangerous Night (Book 6) are available now in ebook, paperback, audiobook and free on Kindle Unlimited!EMBARK Battle Planet (Book 7) is now available!https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07K7LLFZYEmail: TalkShowNerd@gmail.com@X @JonJusticeInstagram TheJonJusticeFacebook Jon Justice

Information was flying fast and furious at the 10th annual High Country Economic Kickoff Luncheon, held January 15, 2026, and hosted by the Boone Area and Blowing Rock Chambers of Commerce.On this week's Mind Your Business, we revisit some of the key discussions from the event, including a one-on-one interview with Dr. Harry Davis, Economist for the NC Bankers Association and longtime App State professor. Other highlights include:Workforce R&R: Recruitment and Retention PanelFinding and keeping skilled workers across all industries is a top challenge for Watauga County businesses—and this panel tackles it head-on. Hear from local leaders representing five key local business sectors as they share recruitment realities, retention solutions, and family-focused approaches to policies that are helping keep these businesses in tune with the talent they need to thrive.Panelists:Emily Brinker, Co-Owner, The Speckled Trout Restaurant & Bottle ShopAlysia Price, Chief Human Resource Officer, UNC Health AppalachianCaren Rodriguez, Chief Marketing Officer, DMJPS PLLCKeynote Presentation:Mark Vitner, Economist, Piedmont Crescent CapitalMind Your Business is written and produced weekly by the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce. This podcast is made possible thanks to the sponsorship support of Appalachian Commercial Real Estate.Catch the show each Thursday afternoon at 5PM on WATA (1450AM & 96.5FM) in Boone.Support the show

With the release of Season 2 Percy Jackson and the Olympians on Disney+, the Muses thought our listeners might like to know the stories behind some of the characters and creatures they'll meet in the series! In Minisode 5, continuing our previous tie-in series, we enter the fast and furious world of chariot racing. [Transcript for Minisode 5] ----more---- More on Chariot Racing: Homer - The Iliad: Book XXIII From World History Encyclopedia: Chariot Racing in Ancient Rome Ramses II fighting in a chariot at the Battle of Kadesh, 1274 BCE Ceremonial chariot of Tutankhamun, c. 1330 BCE, found in his tomb: A Hittite war chariot, c. 1650-1250 BCE: Assyrian war chariot, c. 640 BCE Diagram of the Roman Circus Maximus, from DK Ancient Rome: The Circus Maximus as it appears today: 

Throwback Thursday with the HigDog! Joe Higgins co-hosts with me today on Wake Up on the Live The Dream Media Network. Guest list: Greta Frazier from the Girl Scouts, US Rep. David Schweikert and Attorney General Candidate Rodney Glassman (it's true). Going to be a fast and furious show today. Buckle up, Wakies!

In this lively episode of "Talking Ish," we dive into workplace experiences, with Coretta recounting her week of hosting corporate visitors and navigating performance reviews. Britt gushrs over the resurgence of the Black Panther Party and the implications of corporate donations to controversial organizations. We touch on the recent controversy surrounding Ludacris's participation in a country music festival and the actions of certain artists who seem to prioritize financial gain over their original fan base and artistic integrity. The conversation shifts to the topic of Ludacris, touching on his successful ventures outside of music, including his role in the Fast and Furious franchise, and the implications of artists trying to stay relevant in a changing industry. The hosts also delve into the troubling allegations surrounding figures in the Black community, particularly focusing on Donnie McClurkin and the complexities of power dynamics in mentorship relationships, especially within religious contexts. And the conversation dives deep into the complexities of religion, particularly focusing on the experiences of Black individuals within various faiths. Anthony and Coretta discuss their personal backgrounds with Catholicism and how it intersects with their cultural identities. They explore the historical context of religion as a tool of oppression, particularly in the Black community, and how many religious practices were imposed by colonizers. The dialogue also touches on the hypocrisy within organized religion, especially regarding the treatment of marginalized groups, and the moral dilemmas faced by individuals who question the teachings of their faith. The speakers emphasize the importance of critical thinking and personal belief systems, advocating for a more inclusive understanding of spirituality that transcends traditional dogmas.Become a Habitual Ish Talker and follow us on The App Formally Known As Twitter: twitter.com/TalkinIsh_PodJoin in on the conversation! E-Mail us at ⁠talkinishpod@gmail.com⁠Listen to the audio version: https://linktr.ee/TalkinIshPodChapters00:00 - Introduction/CTA06:34 - Weekly Wellness: Helaine's Week12:24 - Raya's Week16:00 - Britt's Week34:30 - Anthony's Week52:05 - Viewer Comment55:00 - What A Ludacris Mix Up01:12:50 - Donnie! Stop Laying Hands 01:36:05 - The Gospel According To Druski01:49:05 - That Old Time Religion02:38:07 - Question of the Pod02:40:55 - See Ya Later!

Ep. 751 - Each season, the NFL head coach hiring cycle has the potential to move fast and furious. This year, however, the process appears more deliberate and calculated around the league. Paul Calvisi and Dani Sureck provide the latest updates on the Cardinals' search for their next head coach. Plus, they break down which Cardinals players are entering pivotal seasons that could make or break their on-field futures, and preview an exciting weekend of playoff football.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week from a galaxy far, far away with Jon Justice.- Disneyland ditches timeline themed Galaxy's Edge- Listener Feedback SUPPORT JON JUSTICE AND PICK UP YOUR COPY OF THE EMBARK, SPACE OPERA SERIESAn exciting mix of Fast and Furious, Star Wars, Ready Player One and the sci-fi adventures of the 70's - 2000'sEMBARK: Book 1 and EMBARK: Treasure in Darkness (Book 2) EMBARK: The Vanishing War (Book 3) Gahan Corbijn and the Asteroid of Misfortune, The Rocket Queen (Book 5) Fear the Dangerous Night (Book 6) are available now in ebook, paperback, audiobook and free on Kindle Unlimited!EMBARK Battle Planet (Book 7) is now available!https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07K7LLFZYEmail: TalkShowNerd@gmail.com@X @JonJusticeInstagram TheJonJusticeFacebook Jon Justice

For this one it's not the quality of the fast but the quantity, and all the furious is wrapped up in one frustrated and problematic truck driver. We take a break from the break we were taking from the main podcast to get into this 1954 Roger Corman-produced tawdry crime flick, because there's nothing better than diverting from the scenic route to take another, slower scenic route.Support us at our podcasting network, Podcastio Podcastius at https://www.patreon.com/podcastiopodcastius.  You'll get early episodes of this and out other podcasts, along with a live chat here and there.Speaking of our other podcasts - seriously, you could only listen to various other configurations of us:Luke Loves Pokemon: https://lukelovespkmn.transistor.fm/Time Enough Podcast (Twilight Zone): https://timeenoughpodcast.transistor.fm/Game Game Show (a game show gaming games): https://gamegameshow.transistor.fm/Occult Disney: https://occultdisney.transistor.fm/Podcast: 1999 (where Mark and Matt rap about 70's tv sci-fi): https://podcast1999.transistor.fm/And Matt makes music here:https://rovingsagemedia.bandcamp.com/Coming Soon: Fast & Furious 6Furious 7The Fate of the Furious

Send us a textWelcome Back to the American Experiment Podcast!The year is already off to a fast and furious start, and today's episode takes on one of the biggest misinformation campaigns hitting Minnesota right now: ICE.Grace and Kathryn break down and debunk the fake news claims spreading through the media and activist circles, including the myths that ICE agents are “making Minnesota less safe,” that ICE “stormed a Minnesota school,” and that the recent anti-ICE protests are "organic and representative" of everyday Minnesotans. Grace and Kathryn also give you some examples of the criminals (or neighbors as Walz and Co. like to say) ICE is scooping off the street, viewer discretion is advised. Later in the show, Rep. Kristin Robbins joins the podcast to discuss her visit to the U.S. Capitol testifying before the US House Oversight Committee featuring some highlights you won't want to miss!Remember to LIKE, SHARE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE and we will see you next week!00:00 - Welcome Back!00:27 - A fast start to 202601:10 - Busting Fake News About ICE02:03 - Myth #1 - ICE Agents are "making MN less safe"03:30 - Galuak Michael Rotgai04:14 - Aldrin Guerrero Munoz07:32 - Aler Gomez Lucas08:46 - Pao Choua Xiong10:56 - Myth #2 - ICE "Stormed a MN School"16:18 - Myth #3 - These ICE Protests are "organic and representative of Minnesotans"22:08 - Anti-ICE Protesters "Training" Program27:52 - Rep. Kristin Robbins Joins the Show!30:41 - Robbins Opening Statement at the US Capitol33:42 - Ayanna Pressley's Grandstanding Meltdown38:36 - Rep. Robbin's back-and-forth with Congressman Gill45:28 - Walz's Attack on the Fraud Committee50:30 - The Upcoming Session55:06 - Hearing from YOU!

Two things will take place with one speech to be delivered at approximately 11:00 this morning. One is a beginning, and the other will mark the end of an era. Florida's 60-day fast and furious legislative session will begin at the conclusion of Governor DeSantis' State-of-the-State address – which will also be his last. 

Let's face it... time is fast and furious and we all wish there were more than 24 hours in a day! The hard truth is that we can't change the amount of minutes in a day -- but we can change how we manage those minutes. How can we grow in relationship with Jesus if we don't spend time with Him? How can we spend time with Him if we don't make time for Him? Scripture teaches us that there is wisdom in numbering our days. Our minutes, matter. Pastor Jim continues in week II of Vision Month; Press In & Press On.

KJB's 2026 starts, not with a bang, but with a VROOOOOOOM- as we settle in for what will be our longest series of movies since Bond. Paul Hollywood goes undercover in the LA drag scene to find the elite crew that have been heisting CRT TVs from the city's faction of roaming Truckers Drag racing, sorry. ----- Check out friend of the show Mattie's new book Simplicity here, or wherever fine graphic novels are sold! ----- FREE PALESTINE Hey, Devon here. In our home, we talk a lot about how insane everything feels, and agonise constantly over what can be done to best help the Palestinians trapped in Gaza facing the full brunt of genocidal violence. My partner Rebecca has put together a list of four fundraisers you can contribute to- all of them are at work on the ground doing what they can. -Palestinian Communist Youth Union, which is doing a food and water effort, and is part of the official communist party of Palestine https://www.gofundme.com/f/to-preserve-whats-left-of-humanity-global-solidarity -Water is Life, a water distribution project in North Gaza affiliated with an Indigenous American organization and the Freedom Flotilla https://www.waterislifegaza.org/ -Vegetable Distribution Fund, which secured and delivers fresh veg, affiliated with Freedom Flotilla also https://www.instagram.com/linking/fundraiser?fundraiser_id=1102739514947848 -Thamra, which distributes herb and veg seedlings, repairs and maintains water infrastructure, and distributes food made with replanted veg patches https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-thamra-cultivating-resilience-in-gaza ----- WEB DESIGN ALERT Tom Allen is a friend of the show (and the designer behind our website). If you need web design help, reach out to him here:  https://www.tomallen.media/ ----- Kill James Bond is hosted by November Kelly, Abigail Thorn, and Devon. You can find us at https://killjamesbond.com , as well as on our Bluesky and X.com the everything app account

January has finally arrived, which means the transfers are coming fast and furious! Don't worry, though, because Fabrizio Romano's Here We Go podcast is the one-stop-shop for all your transfer rumor needs. In this episode, he touches on Antoine Semenyo's move to Manchester City, the rumors about a massive Premier League bid for Vinicius Jr, João Cancelo's dream return to Barcelona, and so much more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week from a galaxy far, far away with Jon Justice.- Is KK finally leaving with George Lucas protege Dave Feloni taking over. - New Starfighter detailsSUPPORT JON JUSTICE AND PICK UP YOUR COPY OF THE EMBARK, SPACE OPERA SERIESAn exciting mix of Fast and Furious, Star Wars, Ready Player One and the sci-fi adventures of the 70's - 2000'sEMBARK: Book 1 and EMBARK: Treasure in Darkness (Book 2) EMBARK: The Vanishing War (Book 3) Gahan Corbijn and the Asteroid of Misfortune, The Rocket Queen (Book 5) Fear the Dangerous Night (Book 6) are available now in ebook, paperback, audiobook and free on Kindle Unlimited!EMBARK Battle Planet (Book 7) is now available!https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07K7LLFZYEmail: TalkShowNerd@gmail.com@X @JonJusticeInstagram TheJonJusticeFacebook Jon Justice

Want a quick estimate of how much your business is worth? With our free valuation calculator, answer a few questions about your business, and you'll get an immediate estimate of the value of your business. You might be surprised by how much you can get for it: https://flippa.com/exit -- Are you building a business to own a job, or are you building an asset to sell? In this episode, Steve McGarry sits down with Chris Hallberg, Founder of Business Sergeant and an expert EOS Implementer, to dismantle the complexities of exiting a business. Chris shares his personal journey from law enforcement to entrepreneurship, revealing the expensive mistakes he made during his first "fast and furious" exit. We dive deep into tactical preparation for a sale, including how to remove the "owner dependency" trap, the importance of business operating systems in driving up multiples, and how to navigate the ruthless "Fish and Chip" negotiation tactics used by buyers. Whether you are looking to sell in 12 months or 10 years, this episode provides the blueprint for building a company that attracts top-tier buyers and maximum valuation. In this episode, we cover: -- Chris Hallberg is a high-energy entrepreneurial coach, facilitator, and Founder of GoExpand, an officially licensed EOS execution platform, dedicated to helping leadership teams build clarity, accountability, and healthy growth. As a seasoned Certified EOS Implementer®, Chris brings over a decade of full-time EOS experience working with companies across industries to align vision with execution and drive transformative results. Known for his direct yet kind communication style and practical mindset, he has helped more than 100 leadership teams foster world-class cultures and achieve measurable success. Chris blends disciplined operating system implementation with a people-first approach that empowers leaders to get what they want from their business and have fun doing it. Websites - https://bizsgt.com/ - https://goexpand.com/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-hallberg-01516315/ -- Timestamps: (00:24) – From Uniform to Suit: Chris's transition from Military Police and Sheriff Deputy to high-growth entrepreneur. (01:42) – The "Expedient" Exit Mistake: Why selling too fast cost Chris a fortune (and how to avoid it). (03:31) – Golden Handcuffs: How to structure your leadership team so the business survives without you. (07:14) – The "Fish and Chip" Model: Understanding the brutal reality of due diligence and last-minute price chiseling. (10:23) – Timing the Market: Assessing trends (like AI) to know when your industry valuation has peaked. (14:19) – Leadership Red Flags: Why "warm and fuzzy" leadership fails during the cold scrutiny of investment bankers. (20:49) – Driving Valuation with EOS: How installing a Business Operating System can double or triple your multiple. 25:28 – The Transparency Dilemma: How to tell your team you are selling without causing a panic (The "Growth Capital" script). (29:08) – The Halo Effect: Why hiring veterans and Special Ops leaders can transform your civilian workforce. -- The Exit—Presented By Flippa: A 30-minute podcast featuring expert entrepreneurs who have been there and done it. The Exit talks to operators who have bought and sold a business. You'll learn how they did it, why they did it, and get exposure to the world of exits, a world occupied by a small few, but accessible to many. To listen to the podcast or get daily listing updates, click on flippa.com/the-exit-podcast/

Original Release Date: November 25, 2025Our Chief U.S. Economist Michael Gapen breaks down how growth, inflation and the AI revolution could play out in 2026.Read more insights from Morgan Stanley.----- Transcript -----Michael Gapen: Welcome to Thoughts on the Market. I'm Michael Gapen, Morgan Stanley's Chief U.S. Economist.Today I'll review our 2026 U.S. Economic Outlook and what it means for growth, inflation, jobs and the Fed.It's Tuesday, November 25th, at 10am in New York.If 2025 was the year of fast and furious policy changes, then 2026 is when the dust settles.Last year, we predicted slow growth and sticky inflation, mainly because of strict trade and immigration policies – and this proved accurate. But this year, the story is changing. We see the U.S. economy finally moving past the high-uncertainty phase. Looking ahead, we see a return to modest growth of 1.8 percent in 2026 and 2 percent in 2027. Inflation should cool but it likely won't hit the Fed's 2 percent target. By the end of 2026, we see headline PCE inflation at 2.5 percent, core inflation at 2.6 percent, and both stay above the 2 percent target through 2027. In other words, the inflation fight isn't over, but the worst is behind us.So, if 2025 was slow growth and sticky inflation, then 2026 and [20]27 could be described as moderate growth and disinflation. The impact of trade and immigration policies should fade, and the economic climate should improve. Now, there are still some risks. Tariffs could push prices higher for consumers in the near term; or if firms cannot pass through tariffs, we worry about additional layoffs. But looking ahead to the second half of 2026 and beyond, we think those risks shift to the upside, with a better chance of positive surprises for growth.After all, AI-related business spending remains robust and upper income consumers are faring well. There is reason for optimism. That said, we think the most likely path for the economy is the return to modest growth. U.S. consumers start to rebound, but slowly. Tariffs will keep prices firm in the first half of 2026, squeezing purchasing power for low- and middle-income households. These households consume mainly through labor market income, and until inflation starts to retreat, purchasing power should be constrained.Real consumption should rise 1.6 percent in 2026 and 1.8 [percent] in 2027 – better, but not booming. The main culprit is a labor market that's still in ‘low-hire, low-fire' mode driven by immigration controls and tariff effects that keep hiring soft. We see unemployment peaking at 4.7 percent in the second quarter of 2026, then easing to 4.5 percent by year-end. Jobs are out there, but the labor market isn't roaring. It'll be hard for hiring to pick up until after tariffs have been absorbed.And when jobs cool, the Fed steps in. The Fed is cutting rates – but at a cost. After two 25 basis point rate cuts in September and October, we expect 75 basis points more by mid 2026, bringing the target range to 3.0-3.25 percent. Why? To insure against labor market weakness. But that insurance comes with a price: inflation staying above target longer. Think of it as the Fed walking a tightrope—lean too far toward jobs, and inflation lingers; lean too far toward inflation, and growth stumbles. For now the Fed has chosen the former.And how does AI fit into the macro picture? It's definitely a major growth driver. Spending on AI-related hardware, software, and data centers adds about 0.4 percent to growth in both 2026 and 2027. That's roughly 20 percent of total growth. But here's the twist: imports dilute the impact. After accounting for imported tech, AI's net contribution falls sharply. Still, we expect AI to boost productivity by 25-35 basis points by 2027, over our forecast horizon, marking the start of a new innovation cycle. In short: AI is planting the seeds now for bigger gains later.Of course, there are risks to our outlook. And let me flag three important ones. First, demand upside – meaning fiscal stimulus and business optimism push growth higher; under this scenario inflation stays hot, and the Fed pauses cuts. If the economy really picks up, then the Fed may need to take back the risk management cuts it's putting in now. That would be a shock to markets. Second, there's a productivity upside – in which case AI delivers bigger productivity gains, disinflation resumes, and rates drift lower. And lastly, a potential mild recession where tariffs and tight policy bite harder, GDP turns negative in early 2026, and the Fed slashes rates to near 1 percent. So in summary: 2026 looks to be a transition year with less drama but more nuance, as growth returns and inflation cools, while AI keeps rewriting the playbook.Thanks for listening. If you enjoy the show, please leave us a review wherever you listen and share Thoughts on the Market with a friend or colleague today.

Happy New Year to You!2026 is going to be a fast and furious year with a lot of growth, advancements and perspective shifts. I am excited to share with you what I have predicted when remote viewing and channeling the energy.There is a quote going around on Instagram saying, "Intuition makes sense after you follow it, not before." Which can be very true. So while a lot of predictions came through, I personally do not understand much about them and am hopeful they will make sense in time. If I am to be honest, this is how I feel about almost every reading I give as well. I just have to trust and deliver- Thankfully they hold weight and value in time!You will find some predictions about advancements in our medical field, breakthroughs with communication, political influencers, weather reports, and certain wrongdoings being exposed... to name a few. Enjoy and cheers to our evolution! Julie xoPs- I will see you back here in the Springtime with a whole new season.

Noah and Issam are back for more christmas racing! They discuss the world cup in Dendermonde, where racing was fast and furious!

Welcome to another episode of Death Don't Do Fiction, the AIPT Movies podcast! The podcast about the enduring legacy of our favorite movies! It's December, so that means it's time for our “Holidanger” series, where we cover holiday movies that put lives on the line! In this week's episode, Alex, Tim, and returning guest K-Tron discuss 1980's descent into holiday-themed madness, Christmas Evil!A child named Moss! Santa pajamas! Holiday psychosis! Childhood trauma! Christmas-themed eroticism! Shockingly horny parents! One of John Waters' favorite movies! A surprising amount of Penthouse magazine promotion! Inexplicable mud play! A Santa Claus police lineup! Hand-painted van art! An angry mob! City torches and urban pitchforks! Unexplained whip noises! Kids choosing Santa over their parents! The combined power of belief and murder! A Bedside Christmas tree with a razor sharp star topper! A very public multiple murder! Christmas stalking and two different kinds of Christmas stockings! Contrasting chimney-transportation skills! Fake snow on top of hidden boxes and blankets! A committed performance from lead actor Brandon Maggart, plus the dad from Walk Hard and the mom from Home Improvement! All that and more in this bizarre meditation on the loss of childhood innocence and the corruption of adulthood, that has an absolutely bonkers ending you may never forget! In addition, K-Tron shares her spoiler-free thoughts on Grumpy Cat's Worst Christmas Ever, 2024's Hot Frosty, and 1991's Bernard and the Genie, while Alex does the same for Eddington, One Battle After Another, the new Silent Night, Deadly Night reboot, and 2004's visually-insane parody of/homage to the Fast series but on motorcycles, Torque!You can find Death Don't Do Fiction on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. As always, if you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave us a positive rating, subscribe to the show, and tell your friends!The Death Don't Do Fiction podcast brings you the latest in movie news, reviews, and more! Hosted by supposed “industry vets,” Alex Harris and Tim Gardiner, the show gives you a peek behind the scenes from two filmmakers with oddly nonexistent filmographies. You can find Alex on Twitter, Bluesky, or Letterboxd @actionharris. You can follow K-Tron on Letterboxd @puddingtaco. Tim can't be found on social media because he doesn't exist. If you have any questions or suggestions for the Death Don't Do Fiction crew, they can be reached at aiptmoviespod@gmail.com, or you can find them on Twitter or Instagram @aiptmoviespod.Theme song is “We Got it Goin On” by Cobra Man.

Stemming from the original movie from 1979, the general consensus states that the 2005 rendition is an over exaggeration. I will have to say that I disagree because it has proven to be a terrific movie with fast and furious energy, a lot of jolts that never linger, and the morbidly horrific images anchor the strong characters. One character in specific is Jodie Defeo, played by the talented Isabel Champ Connor who flawlessly delivered her role by submerging herself into this movie.20 years later and this movie still creeps me to the core! I sat down with Isabel to get to know her and what it was like to act in the reboot of the original 1979 film and what he had to say is priceless information. This being her movie debut, I have to say that Isabel was given the role of Jodie Defeo and she delivered! Being only 8 years old, she had to play a pivotal role in the film. Most fans wouldn't know this because in the original 1979 film, Jodie is not what you think she is. However, I am glad the writers made the change, and the director chose Isabel for this movie, it made it much more believable. With that being said, Isabel has landed herself on the paranormal and supernatural map and I am honored to have sat down with her. I hope you enjoy the interview as much as I did, and please follow Isabel on Facebook and let her know how well she did in the movie.

We get 3 fast 3 furious, and 3 out of 4 of us actually live in Japan. We get into topics like the Yakuza, Mario Kart, #bringbackmasculinity, and how much of this was actually filmed in Tokyo, and we smash lots of cars along the way learning to drift into staying on topic.Support us at our podcasting network, Podcastio Podcastius at https://www.patreon.com/podcastiopodcastius.  You'll get early episodes of this and out other podcasts, along with a live chat here and there.Speaking of our other podcasts - seriously, you could only listen to various other configurations of us:Luke Loves Pokemon: https://lukelovespkmn.transistor.fm/Time Enough Podcast (Twilight Zone): https://timeenoughpodcast.transistor.fm/Game Game Show (a game show gaming games): https://gamegameshow.transistor.fm/Occult Disney: https://occultdisney.transistor.fm/Podcast: 1999 (where Mark and Matt rap about 70's tv sci-fi): https://podcast1999.transistor.fm/And Matt makes music here:https://rovingsagemedia.bandcamp.com/Coming Soon: Fast and Furious  Furious FiveThe Fast and The Furious (1954)

In this episode of VRP Rocks, Paul chats with the voice of Canadian hard rock legends Helix – frontman Brian Vollmer. With a career spanning over 50 years, Helix have lived through the highs and lows of the rock world — and Brian's been there for every single step. From the band's humble beginnings in 1974, through their breakthrough success with Heavy Metal Love, to tours alongside Motörhead, Kiss, Aerosmith and Mötley Crüe — Brian shares it all. You'll hear stories about: The truth behind the story of Michael J. Fox trying out for Helix What it was like touring the U.S. in the '80s with little money but big ambition How “Rock You” almost didn't make the album The chaos around a beer commercial that nearly derailed a hit single And we dig into Helix's brand-new album, Scrap Metal — out January 23rd — including how it evolved from unfinished demos, the emotional ties to late drummer Fritz Hinz, and the stories behind key tracks like “Stuck in the 80s” and “Fast and Furious.” Whether you've followed Helix from the early days or you're just discovering them now, this is a deep, honest and engaging look at one of Canada's hardest-working rock bands — and the man who kept it all going. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The op-eds are flying fast and furious this week. After the Nevada Independent's CEO published a blistering critique of the politicians who bowed out of an Indy event under pressure from Culinary 226, the union used the Indy's own op-ed page to fire back: Maybe you shouldn't have held your event at a union-busting property like Stations Casinos. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, along with executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson, discuss. Plus, what happens when a gambler who says he was drugged loses big at a casino? And lastly, Oprah's endorsement is life-changing for this small business in Las Vegas. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 19th episode: Opportunity Village Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS 10yr Anniversary and Unconventional Christmas Movies.This week from a galaxy far, far away with Jon Justice.- TFA 10 years later and Unconventional Christmas movies. SUPPORT JON JUSTICE AND PICK UP YOUR COPY OF THE EMBARK, SPACE OPERA SERIESAn exciting mix of Fast and Furious, Star Wars, Ready Player One and the sci-fi adventures of the 70's - 2000'sEMBARK: Book 1 and EMBARK: Treasure in Darkness (Book 2) EMBARK: The Vanishing War (Book 3) Gahan Corbijn and the Asteroid of Misfortune, The Rocket Queen (Book 5) Fear the Dangerous Night (Book 6) are available now in ebook, paperback, audiobook and free on Kindle Unlimited!EMBARK Battle Planet (Book 7) is now available!https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07K7LLFZYEmail: TalkShowNerd@gmail.com@X @JonJusticeInstagram TheJonJusticeFacebook Jon Justice

We've been teasing it for weeks now. You loved our Bullitt podcast, so we now present you with another movie breakdown. This time it's from the opposite end of the car movie spectrum: the original The Fast and the Furious from 2001. Alex is joined by Zac, Beck, and Cam to air out their multigenerational viewpoints on this cinematic masterpiece, which was so formative to the automotive pursuits of many of our community members—especially those under, shall we say, "a certain age." The crew discuss how to rank the 11 movies in the oeuvre; the mentality of working with what you have (otherwise known as "run what you brung"); explanations behind some of the cars missing from the F&F roster, and one now missing from history; and the age-old tradition of terrible shifting in car movies.Also covered: the movie's notoriously uneven jargon; a catalog of stacked fender stickers; the modern, OEM-approved version of underglows; what it means to put down 10s in 2025 vs in 2001; an architectural travesty; mermaids; favorite cars from the movie; AI-written characters, 25 years before their time; and yes, even throughlines to other "car movies" like Bullitt and American Graffiti.Links for things mentioned in this episode:09:56  Ex–Paul Walker 2005 Ford GT13:06  From The VIBE Vault: ‘Racer X' (The ‘Fast & Furious' Inspiration)15:59  Craig Lieberman's YouTube channel16:17  fastandfuriousfacts.com45:45  Chrome Cars46:58  The Fast and the Furious–Style 1996 Eagle Talon TSi AWD 5-Speed51:28 Mitsubishi Eclipse, Eagle Talon, & Plymouth Laser model pageGot suggestions for our next guest from the BaT community, One Year Garage episode, or (B)aT the Movies subject? Let us know in the comments below!

The news came fast and furious this year so we're summing it all up for you: Co-host Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler, plus Nevada Current deputy editor April Corbin Girnus, round up the hottest headlines featuring a supervillain funeral home director, Spheres and swap meets, and the tigers and disgraced judges of Pahrump. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 16th episode: Opportunity Village Aura Frames - Get $35 off the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

It's an emergency Cringe because the stories are coming fast and furious (sort of like Stef and Cec). We've got the Andy Dick of it all, a weird story about a mom's encounter with Hilary Swank, a quick Kelly Osbourne thing and the latest on Britney Spears.

- Original 'Star Wars' returning to theaters for 50th anniversary- Listener emails SUPPORT JON JUSTICE AND PICK UP YOUR COPY OF THE EMBARK, SPACE OPERA SERIESAn exciting mix of Fast and Furious, Star Wars, Ready Player One and the sci-fi adventures of the 70's - 2000'sEMBARK: Book 1 and EMBARK: Treasure in Darkness (Book 2) EMBARK: The Vanishing War (Book 3) Gahan Corbijn and the Asteroid of Misfortune, The Rocket Queen (Book 5) Fear the Dangerous Night (Book 6) are available now in ebook, paperback, audiobook and free on Kindle Unlimited!EMBARK Battle Planet (Book 7) is now available!https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07K7LLFZYEmail: TalkShowNerd@gmail.com@X @JonJusticeInstagram TheJonJusticeFacebook Jon JusticeJoin the mailing list! TalkShowNerd@gmail.com

The academy awarding the Nobel Prize in Economics is still drinking pro-growth Kool-Aid, while spiritual leader Acharya Prashant is serving up a healthier recipe - insightful truth about ecological overshoot. We examine both in this episode. Technology headlines much of the conversation. "Technology is not a way out of overshoot; it is a slower way in," according to Prashant.  MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:  Nobel Prize press release: https://www.nobelprize.org/prizes/economic-sciences/2025/press-release/ How Technological Progress Leads to Economic Growth, An Interview With 2025 Nobel Prize Winner Joel Mokyr: https://a16zcrypto.com/posts/article/joel-mokyr-tech-progress-economic-growth/ About The Sorcerer's Apprentice: https://disney.fandom.com/wiki/The_Sorcerer%27s_Apprentice The Sorcerer's Apprentice – Part 1: https://youtu.be/B4M-54cEduo?si=eiOZ_0vIc8sxMAtX The Sorcerer's Apprentice – Part 2: https://youtu.be/m-W8vUXRfxU?si=b8FnR0-zr8dk1wOm The Sorcerer's Apprentice – Part 3: https://youtu.be/GFiWEjCedzY?si=XouPPdP5FfS1OJ9p One Greed Six Earths: The Inner Emptiness Behind Global Consumption – by Acharya Prashant in the Sunday Guardian: https://sundayguardianlive.com/feature/one-greed-six-earths-the-inner-emptiness-behind-global-consumption-161464/ Acharya Prashant: https://acharyaprashant.org/ Give Us Feedback: Record a voice message for us to play on the podcast: 719-402-1400 Send an email to podcast at growthbusters.org The GrowthBusters theme song was written and produced by Jake Fader and sung by Carlos Jones. https://www.fadermusicandsound.com/ https://carlosjones.com/ On the GrowthBusters podcast, we come to terms with the limits to growth, explore the joy of sustainable living, and provide a recovery program from our society's growth addiction (economic/consumption and population). This podcast is part of the GrowthBusters project to raise awareness of overshoot and end our culture's obsession with, and pursuit of, growth. Dave Gardner directed the documentary GrowthBusters: Hooked on Growth, which Stanford Biologist Paul Ehrlich declared "could be the most important film ever made." Co-host, and self-described "energy nerd," Stephanie Gardner has degrees in Environmental Studies and Environmental Law & Policy. Join the GrowthBusters online community https://growthbusters.groups.io/ GrowthBusters: Hooked on Growth – free on YouTube https://youtu.be/_w0LiBsVFBo Join the conversation on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GrowthBustersPodcast/ Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/growthbusting/ Follow us on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/growthbusters.bsky.social Make a donation to support this non-profit project. https://www.growthbusters.org/donate/ Archive of GrowthBusters podcast episodes http://www.growthbusters.org/podcast/ Subscribe to GrowthBusters email updates https://lp.constantcontact.com/su/umptf6w/signup Explore the issues at http://www.growthbusters.org View the GrowthBusters channel on YouTube Follow the podcast so you don't miss an episode:  

Scott and CJ go live from JS Nation NYC to talk about how developers can actually stay current without drowning in the constant churn of new tools and trends. They break down how to see through the fluff, focus on why tech exists before adopting it, and build a healthier, curiosity-driven approach to learning in 2025 and beyond. Show Notes 00:00 Welcome to Syntax! 00:39 Scott delivering a non-technical talk at JS Nation. 03:24 Lamenting the frequency of change as developers. 03:46 Understanding why things exist before deciding to learn them. 05:11 Learning styles are a myth? 07:41 First dates and psychology exams. 10:39 Discovering is step one, playing is step two. 13:32 Learn with a project that you actually want. 18:16 Brought to you by Sentry.io. 18:34 Cutting through the noise of new tech. 21:40 Using AI as a learning tool 25:12 Sick Picks & Shameless Plugs. Sick Picks Scott: dbrand Ghost Case 2.0 CJ: analog watches Hit us up on Socials! Syntax: X Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Wes: X Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Scott: X Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Randy: X Instagram YouTube Threads

MERCHANDISE NOW ON SALE THROUGH 12/31 ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTIONS AVAILABLE THROUGH 12/31   Tom Stoppard, the acclaimed, prolific playwright behind Arcadia, Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead, Rock 'n' Roll and so many other plays, along with the screenplays to Shakespeare in Love, Brazil, and Anna Karenina, has died. He leaves behind a staggering, inspiring, often frustrating body of work that will continue to be seen long after we are gone. We are joined today by Abigail Thorn (The Acolyte, House of the Dragon) to look at the corners of his oeuvre that have spoken to us over the years, and discuss what we can learn from him going forward.   Abigail Thorn: Bluesky // Instagram The Prince: A transformative new play that has everything: sword fighting, lesbianism, Hamlet, and disappointed parents. Available on Nebula.   Philosophy Tube: Giving away philosophy degrees for free! Youtube // Nebula // Patreon   Kill James Bond! is a comedy film review/ pop culture commentary podcast about the portrayal of masculinity in cinema. November Kelly, Abigail Thorn, and Devon have watched Bond movies, War on Terror movies, Eurospy movies, and now they take on their biggest task yet: Heist Movies. What can Heat, Oceans' 11, and the Fast and Furious movies teach us about how masculinity was imagined by the people who created them? What does that say about Society? Free episodes are released every fortnight on all major podcast platforms and bonus episodes are released for supporters on Patreon on the interstitial weeks. Website / Twitter / Patreon Listen on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / Google Podcast

Follow The Trophy Room Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/PStrophyroom Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/2PglU1a Discord: https://discord.gg/wPNp3kC Twitter: https://twitter.com/PSTrophyRoom ****** This episode covers a wide range of major gaming and entertainment industry updates, including new adaptations, studio developments, and ongoing industry conversations. Justin Lin, known for his work on the Fast and Furious franchise, is officially set to direct Sony Pictures and PlayStation Productions' live-action Helldivers movie. With a script from Gary Dauberman, Lin is reportedly focusing on character, world-building, and thematic depth as he brings the popular Arrowhead Game Studios franchise to film. The long-anticipated Amazon God of War TV series is now moving into pre-production, with Frederick E.O. Toye directing the first two episodes. Casting has begun for Kratos and Atreus, putting to rest ongoing speculation about who will take on the lead roles. Toye's previous work on Shogun, The Boys, Westworld, and Watchmen signals a high-quality adaptation. Meanwhile, recent rumors linking Christopher Judge to the role have been dismissed. A mysterious statue discovered in the Mojave Desert, tied to a teaser from Geoff Keighley, has sparked intense speculation about what game it represents. Fans have theorized connections to God of War, Diablo, Fallout, Doom, Baldur's Gate, and even Half-Life due to nearby road names, but multiple insiders have ruled out several of these possibilities. The statue continues to generate discussion as more clues appear. Industry commentary also includes discussion around claims from HipHopGamer regarding a new PlayStation experience that could feature elements from all generations of PlayStation hardware and include a social component reminiscent of PlayStation Home. This speculation opens broader conversations about what PlayStation, Xbox, and PC gaming may look like in the next hardware cycle. The controversy involving Bungie's Marathon art dispute has reached a resolution, with artist Fern “4nt1r34l” Hook stating that the issue has been resolved to her satisfaction. Bungie previously acknowledged that a former employee had used her work without permission during the game's early development and removed the affected assets from the project. Yacht Club Games, the studio behind Shovel Knight, is facing a critical moment as it prepares for the release of Mina the Hollower. According to Bloomberg, the studio's future stability depends heavily on the game's sales performance. With the team having downsized and paused work on a separate 3D Shovel Knight project, the success of Mina the Hollower may determine the direction of the studio moving forward. Additional updates include a significant reduction to Helldivers 2's PC install size, a new limited-edition Genshin Impact DualSense controller for PS5, the soft launch of MLB The Show Mobile on iOS and Android, and new accusations that Sony used generative AI artwork for its PlayStation Advent Calendar promotional campaign. This episode brings together the biggest stories shaping PlayStation, Xbox, PC, and the wider gaming industry, with insight into upcoming adaptations, studio challenges, production reveals, and the future direction of gaming.

This week from a galaxy far, far away with Jon Justice.- Holidays and the show- Starfighter- Listener emails SUPPORT JON JUSTICE AND PICK UP YOUR COPY OF THE EMBARK, SPACE OPERA SERIESAn exciting mix of Fast and Furious, Star Wars, Ready Player One and the sci-fi adventures of the 70's - 2000'sEMBARK: Book 1 and EMBARK: Treasure in Darkness (Book 2) EMBARK: The Vanishing War (Book 3) Gahan Corbijn and the Asteroid of Misfortune, The Rocket Queen (Book 5) Fear the Dangerous Night (Book 6) are available now in ebook, paperback, audiobook and free on Kindle Unlimited!EMBARK Battle Planet (Book 7) is now available!https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07K7LLFZYEmail: TalkShowNerd@gmail.com@X @JonJusticeInstagram TheJonJusticeFacebook Jon JusticeJoin the mailing list! TalkShowNerd@gmail.com

Disney's sequel sensation continues at the box office, as Zootopia 2 broke records this last weekend when it opened to the highest global box office for an animated film of ALL TIME with $556 million. Other global and domestic records were exceeded and the film paired up with its studio sibling Moana 2, which has the highest Thanksgiving opening of all time and now Zootopia 2 has the second. Wicked: For Good is standing strong at second place in domestic theaters and Now You See Me: Now You Don't is trailing well behind it at third.It's a feather light news week, so we're going to talk about some of the most anticipated movies coming out next year and the ones we're really looking forward to! Paramount has announced that the untitled hybrid live-action Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles feature from producer Neal H. Moritz will hit theaters Nov. 17, 2028. Additionally, an untitled film in the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise is set for theatrical release on Dec. 22, 2028.Prime Video's series adaptation of the popular God Of War video game has added Emmy-winning director Frederick E.O. Toye who has worked on Shōgun and The Boys to direct the first two episodes of the action-adventure series from Sony Pictures Television and Amazon MGM Studios. He joins Ronald D. Moore, the series' showrunner, writer and executive producer. The series has also received a two season order and early casting has begun.Justin Lin, best known for his work on the Fast and Furious action movies, is set to direct Sony Pictures' and PlayStation Productions' adaptation of Helldivers, based on the popular video game franchise from Arrowhead Game Studios.

VidIt's another MAIL SAC episode where we hear from our sweet, sweet Funbears! We're talking: getting scammed, the truth behind "Beyond Belief," how the podcast shamed a listener away from his hot dog tendencies, a follow-up (and topper) on the Corn Jerkers mascot, more on the St. Patrick's Day pinch, and Chuck's experience with a Fast-and-Furious-type world*!*this is extremely exaggeratedVideo edit by Craig Depina@funbearablepod / funbearablepod.com / patreon.com/funbearablepod#podcast #listenermail #writein #friends #lol

Our Chief U.S. Economist Michael Gapen breaks down how growth, inflation and the AI revolution could play out in 2026.Read more insights from Morgan Stanley.----- Transcript -----Michael Gapen: Welcome to Thoughts on the Market. I'm Michael Gapen, Morgan Stanley's Chief U.S. Economist.Today I'll review our 2026 U.S. Economic Outlook and what it means for growth, inflation, jobs and the Fed.It's Tuesday, November 25th, at 10am in New York.If 2025 was the year of fast and furious policy changes, then 2026 is when the dust settles.Last year, we predicted slow growth and sticky inflation, mainly because of strict trade and immigration policies – and this proved accurate. But this year, the story is changing. We see the U.S. economy finally moving past the high-uncertainty phase. Looking ahead, we see a return to modest growth of 1.8 percent in 2026 and 2 percent in 2027. Inflation should cool but it likely won't hit the Fed's 2 percent target. By the end of 2026, we see headline PCE inflation at 2.5 percent, core inflation at 2.6 percent, and both stay above the 2 percent target through 2027. In other words, the inflation fight isn't over, but the worst is behind us.So, if 2025 was slow growth and sticky inflation, then 2026 and [20]27 could be described as moderate growth and disinflation. The impact of trade and immigration policies should fade, and the economic climate should improve. Now, there are still some risks. Tariffs could push prices higher for consumers in the near term; or if firms cannot pass through tariffs, we worry about additional layoffs. But looking ahead to the second half of 2026 and beyond, we think those risks shift to the upside, with a better chance of positive surprises for growth.After all, AI-related business spending remains robust and upper income consumers are faring well. There is reason for optimism. That said, we think the most likely path for the economy is the return to modest growth. U.S. consumers start to rebound, but slowly. Tariffs will keep prices firm in the first half of 2026, squeezing purchasing power for low- and middle-income households. These households consume mainly through labor market income, and until inflation starts to retreat, purchasing power should be constrained.Real consumption should rise 1.6 percent in 2026 and 1.8 [percent] in 2027 – better, but not booming. The main culprit is a labor market that's still in ‘low-hire, low-fire' mode driven by immigration controls and tariff effects that keep hiring soft. We see unemployment peaking at 4.7 percent in the second quarter of 2026, then easing to 4.5 percent by year-end. Jobs are out there, but the labor market isn't roaring. It'll be hard for hiring to pick up until after tariffs have been absorbed.And when jobs cool, the Fed steps in. The Fed is cutting rates – but at a cost. After two 25 basis point rate cuts in September and October, we expect 75 basis points more by mid 2026, bringing the target range to 3.0-3.25 percent. Why? To insure against labor market weakness. But that insurance comes with a price: inflation staying above target longer. Think of it as the Fed walking a tightrope—lean too far toward jobs, and inflation lingers; lean too far toward inflation, and growth stumbles. For now the Fed has chosen the former.And how does AI fit into the macro picture? It's definitely a major growth driver. Spending on AI-related hardware, software, and data centers adds about 0.4 percent to growth in both 2026 and 2027. That's roughly 20 percent of total growth. But here's the twist: imports dilute the impact. After accounting for imported tech, AI's net contribution falls sharply. Still, we expect AI to boost productivity by 25-35 basis points by 2027, over our forecast horizon, marking the start of a new innovation cycle. In short: AI is planting the seeds now for bigger gains later.Of course, there are risks to our outlook. And let me flag three important ones. First, demand upside – meaning fiscal stimulus and business optimism push growth higher; under this scenario inflation stays hot, and the Fed pauses cuts. If the economy really picks up, then the Fed may need to take back the risk management cuts it's putting in now. That would be a shock to markets. Second, there's a productivity upside – in which case AI delivers bigger productivity gains, disinflation resumes, and rates drift lower. And lastly, a potential mild recession where tariffs and tight policy bite harder, GDP turns negative in early 2026, and the Fed slashes rates to near 1 percent. So in summary: 2026 looks to be a transition year with less drama but more nuance, as growth returns and inflation cools, while AI keeps rewriting the playbook.Thanks for listening. If you enjoy the show, please leave us a review wherever you listen and share Thoughts on the Market with a friend or colleague today.