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The Nations Championship delivered a final weekend of chaos as England survived a seven-card thriller against Argentina, with controversial calls, post-match bust-ups and massive performance from Manny Feyi-Waboso dominating the fallout. The lads debate whether England's successful tour has eased the pressure on Steve Borthwick, assess Ireland's costly collapse against the All Blacks at Eden Park and ask whether a gap is emerging between rugby's top three and the rest. There's also Scotland's impressive win in Fiji, another brutal afternoon for Wales against the Springboks, all the latest other news and the final Good, Bad & Ugly of Season 10. Find your forever cookware @hexclad and get 10% off at hexclad.co.uk/RUGBYPOD Check for FREE if you are due a refund in 60 seconds at: ⁠⁠⁠https://refundclub.co.uk/rugbypod⁠⁠⁠ Get £10 off Huel with the Code: RUGBYPOD or by visiting ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://my.huel.com/RUGBYPOD⁠ *Refund Club is a trading style of Sandsford Law LTD. You can pursue a claim free of charge directly to your lender and then to the Financial Ombudsman Service. The FCA is likely introducing a free-to-use Consumer Redress Scheme; it estimates the average redress per agreement will be £829. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The first block of the Nations Championship is done, and the All Blacks—much to our delight—finally played like bloody All Blacks.For 40 glorious minutes at Eden Park, they were all over a slightly flailing Irish side. Ireland fought their way back into it after halftime, but putting 41 points on them and winning by 19 is a bloody good result. More importantly, it gives us a little bit of—keyword—optimism heading into the Greatest Rivalry Series.Speaking of which, the Boks—or the B-Boks, C-Boks, or whatever version of the Boks was rolled out this week—put Wales away without too much trouble. South African fans weren't exactly thrilled by the dropped ball and generally ordinary-looking performance, but they still won 43–0, and that scrum somehow looks even more terrifying than ever.So, naturally, we dive into the All Blacks–Springboks rivalry and start looking ahead to the series we've all been waiting for. Tony throws a little chum into the water, so try not to bite too hard. It's all banter at the end of the day. Probably. Rassie is definitely in our heads.Elsewhere, Australia gave Joe Schmidt a fitting send-off by dominating Italy, Fiji scored some absolutely ridiculous tries despite losing to Scotland, and England and Argentina appeared to cram an entire year's worth of yellow cards into one fiery, chaotic match.Coming on the back of the spicy England–Argentina Football World Cup semifinal, the whole thing felt suitably hostile, slightly unhinged and, eventually, pretty entertaining.We cover all of that, talk plenty of rugby and sprinkle in the usual amount of bullshit.There's no episode next week, but after the break, we're going deep into South African content as the Greatest Rivalry Series finally arrives.Grab a beer and enjoy.

It's the last show of the season, and what better way to sign off than with a brand new member of Team GBR joining the panel, Courtney Lawes sits down with Tins to break down a chaotic, controversial final weekend of Nations Championship rugby. England scrape past Argentina in one of the most chaotic games we've seen in years, four yellow cards and all. Courtney gives his verdict on whether England were simply "too aggy" against a scrappy Pumas side. We also round up the rest of the weekend: New Zealand's impressive win over Ireland, Scotland's near-miss against Fiji, and a dominant Springboks side that Courtney says are "operating like a religion" under Rassie Erasmus. It's been a mammoth season of GBR — thank you to every single one of you for watching and listening. See you next season! ─────────────────────────────

In Pacific Waves today: Another busy week of geopolitical tension in the Pacific; Tokelau's access to lucrative Tuna cartel in limbo; Weekend rugby test action for Fiji, Tonga and Samoa. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

This week, Chris Murray welcomed in Simon Hankinson is a Senior Research Fellow in the Border Security and Immigration Center at The Heritage Foundation to discuss ICE detention centers. From 1999–2022, he was a Foreign Service Officer serving in India, Fiji, Ghana, Slovakia, Togo, Washington, D.C., Marseille, and Nairobi. Prior to entering the State Department, Hankinson worked as a lawyer in London, and then taught history, English, and drama at a private school in Miami.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Making a Scene Presents an Interview with Todd Mack For more than 40 years, singer-songwriter, producer, and community-builder Todd Mack has followed the road less traveled, creating a life in music that has taken him across continents, cultures, and unexpected stages. His songs have carried him far beyond the usual club and theater circuit, with performances at the famed Hong Kong Foreign Correspondents' Club, a bomb shelter in Israel, a remote island in Fiji, an olive grove in the West Bank, and the Taichung Jazz Festival in Taiwan. Wherever he has traveled, Mack has used music as a bridge: a way to connect, listen, tell stories, and find common ground. http://www.makingascene.org

Former Scotland Sevens captain Colin Gregor, Scotland's record points scorer Chris Paterson and BBC Scotland's chief sports writer Tom English join Andy Burke to discuss Scotland coming from behind to beat Fiji at Murrayfield in the third round of the Nations Championship.

Forget Maradona. Forget Messi. It's all about Montoya today. England face Argentina TWICE this week, but the Nations Championship is the real quiz, right? Ben Youngs and Dan Cole take a deep dive into one of rugby's proudest nations as they prepare to host England in Santiago del Estero on Saturday night. They've played with and against some of the most formidable characters in Argentine rugby history and now analyse the latest challenge for Steve Borthwick's men as they look to follow up their victory over Fiji with another win. Plus, we'll also preview the rest of the weekend's matches, headlined by a crunch clash between New Zealand and Ireland. Bring it on.

Chris, Tom and GRO preview the final round of the Nation's Championship this summer. Can Sam Prendergast cement his position as Ireland's number one fly-half as Andy Farrell's side look to become the first team to win at Eden Park since 1994. Can the Wales maul bring them any joy against the Springboks in Durban? The pod is full of admiration for Jesse Kriel and it prompts GRO to quiz the guys on the most-capped centre partnerships in Test rugby. Is it time for Fiji to move away from the offload game? And can England end the summer on a high? Tom explains why he's got Argentina as favourites in Santiago del Estero.

Medical missionaries are often called upon to provide care that is beyond the scope of their training and previous experience. This interactive case presentation looks at the realities of clinical decision-making in a critically ill snakebitten patient, and offers suggestions on how to navigate similar challenging situations.

Heading Off is our weekly travel segment driven by your stories. If you want to talk about your recent trip on the radio - get in touch via 2101 or afternoons@rnz.co.nz. This week we're joined by Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit and Member of the Order of the British Empire ... Barbara Kendall. You might know her best as the five time Olympian and Olympic Windsurfing gold medalist, but today she's here to talk with us about sailing to Fiji. Barbara has made the trip twice - almost 50 years apart.

Mel's off to Fiji in the weekend and is on the hunt for seasnakes whilst Creech admits his girlfriend did something outrageous with his one!!

The first leg of the Nations Championship is nearly done, and the Wallabies find themselves in a bit of a depth crisis. Legendary Australian rugby commentator Greg Clark joins Brett McKay this week to ponder what is suddenly a must-win game for the Wallabies against Italy in Perth this weekend, with the Australians desperate to send out Joe Schmidt with a win. There's also some thoughts on Japan and Fiji's participation in this tournament – Japan have already recorded a win and look to be building experience against the top nations ahead of next year's Rugby World Cup, while Fiji look to be in a really dicey situation after sacking their coach and have now been thumped by England in a seriously worrying performance. #rugby #rugbypodcast #89Rugby #NationsChampionship Find us on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever else you get your podcasts Social media: search for ‘8/9 Rugby' on Twitter, Bluesky, LinkedIn, and on Instagram, too And please do check out and subscribe to 8/9 Rugby on Substack: https://89rugby.substack.com/ Find Brett on both Twitter and on BlueSky: @BMcSport Music: "Up Above" by Letter Box (via YouTube Creator Studio) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(In Iain Stirling's voice): The girls kick this week off with another round of Love Island chat, and they've got Sincere squarely in their crosshairs. They've officially had it up to ~here~ with his games and lies, and they're breaking down everything happening in the villa. There's a study on the girls and boys entering Casa Amor and how they have to behave so differently to be picked to stay in the Villa. Do the men on the show, and in real life, get way too much grace to do whatever they want under the excuse of “boys will be boys”? And why are the women being villainized this season for doing the exact same things Zach, Dylan, KC, and of course Sincere, have been doing? Things wrap up with discussions of what is going on behind the scenes in Fiji, like contestants that might never enter, and entire seasons filmed before the real deal just so producers can make sure everything runs smoothly. Jaci recaps her family reunion in Tennessee, including the bugs that apparently decided she was their new home, while Chelsey shares some photo drama that's threatening to tear a family apart.// WHAT WE ARE WEARING/MENTIONING // https://shopmy.us/shop/whatwesaidpodcast SHOP OUR MERCH: https://shop.dearmedia.com/collections/what-we-said !!! FOLLOW US !!!INSTA: @WHATWESAID, @JACIMARIESMITH, @CHELSEYJADECURTISTIKTOK: @CHELSEYJADECURTIS, @JACIMARIESMITHYOUTUBE: WATCH WHAT WE SAID, CHELSEY JADE, JACI MARIE// SPONSORS //Skims: Shop our favorite bras and underwear at www.skims.com/whatwesaid. After you place your order, be sure to let them know we sent you! Select "podcast" in the survey and be sure to select our show in the dropdown menu that follows.Square: Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at square.com/go/WHATWESAID. DripDrop: Go to dripdrop.com and use promo code WHATWESAID for 20% off your first order.Salt & Stone: Try Salt and Stone's discovery set to find your signature scent — Go to saltandstone.com/WHATWESAID and use code WHATWESAID at checkout for 15% off your first order.NOCD: If you're struggling with OCD or unrelenting intrusive thoughts, NOCD can help. Book a free 15 minute call to get started: https://learn.nocd.com/WHATWESAID. Dunkin': Head to Dunkin' today and find your favorite Refresher!Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Scotland push the Springboks to the limit and may have revealed a blueprint for troubling the world champions, but a second-half surge by the Boks leaves them wondering what might have been. England stop the rot with an 11-try demolition of Fiji, although questions remain over how much the result really tells us ahead of Argentina. Bigs breaks down Wales' reality check against Los Pumas and the daunting trip to Durban, while the lads look ahead to Ireland's shot at ending the All Blacks' 52-match unbeaten run at Eden Park. Plus, Australia collapse again, France unleash Jalibert and Ntamack together, Rassie's incredible squad depth, Henry Pollock's hat-trick and all the latest news from across the rugby world. Check for FREE if you are due a refund in 60 seconds at: ⁠⁠https://refundclub.co.uk/rugbypod⁠⁠ Get £10 off Huel with the Code: RUGBYPOD or by visiting ⁠⁠⁠http://my.huel.com/RUGBYPOD⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Kat and Carol are discussing Love Island USA season 8 family day, final 4 couples, and all of our thoughts leading up to the finale. Then we discuss Margaret Qualley Jack Antonoff divorce, Taylor Swift's wedding at Madison Square Garden, and Lena Dunham's controversial speech before diving into a still stewing from each of us. Tune in and join the spiral! Email us at hello@prettymuchfine.com Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/prettymuchfinepod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@prettymuchfinepod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to our YouTube channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@prettymuchfine2194⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.prettymuchfine.com/⁠⁠Tags: Reality TV, Bravo, Love Island USA, Love Island USA Season 8, Love Island UK, Love Island UK Season 13, Casa Amor, Fiji, Reality TV Recap, Reality TV Podcast, Bravo Podcast, Pop Culture, Reality TV Drama, Instagram Drama, Villa Gossip, Reality TV News, Reunion Recap, TV Commentary, Reality TV Fans, Summer TV, Islanders, TV Recap, Entertainment Podcast, Bravo Fans, Love Island Recap

Welcome to Tuesday's Rugby Daily, I'm Cameron Hill.Coming up, the first soundings from both the Ireland and New Zealand camps ahead of an Eden Park showdown this weekend,Ireland under-20s survive a chaotic clash with Fiji at the Junior World Championships,And more unity but still plenty of uncertainty on the future of Welsh Rugby...Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting

Week two of the Nations Championship delivered some incredible rugby, some average rugby, a few near-upsets, several glorious “could-have-beens,” and more than a handful of “why now?” and “why on earth are they playing there?” moments.The All Blacks kicked things off against Italy in a match we were desperately hoping would be the moment Dave Rennie's new team finally clicked. That may be a little demanding in only week two, but they certainly didn't click during a fairly shambolic opening 40 minutes.Things improved dramatically for about 15 minutes in the second half, when New Zealand suddenly piled on the points and eventually cruised to a 30-point victory. Will Jordan scored his 50th Test try, reaching the mark faster than any All Black before him, while Anton Segner made his long-awaited debut and Moby provided a tidy little cameo off the bench in his first Test as well.Australia then produced a genuinely excellent first half against France, followed by an absolute dog-shit second half against France. What began as a hugely encouraging performance became another deeply deflating evening for Wallabies supporters around the world.Ireland faced Japan in that famous fortress of Japanese rugby: Newcastle, Australia.Why Newcastle, Australia, you may ask? Excellent question. Apparently Ireland didn't fancy travelling to Japan, pushed their weight around and got their way. Japan made the match considerably tighter than expected, but Ireland eventually showed their class and pulled away.England absolutely pumped Fiji, while the game of the round may have come in South Africa, where Scotland the Brave were once again incredibly brave.The Springboks may not have fielded their absolute strongest side, but they were still expected to dominate. Instead, Scotland pushed them far closer than the final score suggests. With a little more clinical finishing, a bit more composure near the line and perhaps slightly more defence, this genuinely could have been the day Scotland finally won in the Republic.Sadly, it wasn't to be.This week's beers were kindly supplied by the great Andrew Stark from Tempo Rehab. Check out his work at temporehab.com and have a look at the Tempo Rehab YouTube channel as well. https://www.youtube.com/@tempo_rehabGrab a beer and enjoy.

This weeks shownotes are brought to you by Microsoft CoPilot - and I think that's funny. Why? Because nobody really uses this outside of work. But here I am - using it. But I can all hear you say - "but Joel, producing the Two Jacks is essentially work" and I would agree. But let's not get carried away on such things. But I do get to compare and contrast AI models. And I do like the podcast (when the audio isn't fucked) so I guess I'm breaking even. Right?Highlights: copilot refuses to acknowledge my prompt that clearly states Jack is not me (he's just using the login) and also the FUCKING NERVE at the end to say it's produced by Two Jacks. Copilot suuuuucks.------------------------------------------------------------------------Jack the Insider (Joel Hill) and Hong Kong Jack cover the week's biggest stories: a downgraded Australian growth forecast, renewed Middle East tensions and oil-price risk, the cost of housing regulation, a controversial podcast appearance by the Prime Minister, new Pacific security ties, UK political drama, and a full sports roundup. The conversation mixes policy analysis, local anecdotes and sharp takes on political judgement.From the transcript: “The firm expects headline, inflation to remain elevated above 4% and unemployment to peak at 5%.”Shownotes with timestamps(All timestamps advanced by 25 seconds to allow for theme music)00:00:25 — Welcome and housekeeping  Hosts: Jack the Insider (speaking as Joel Hill) and Hong Kong Jack open the show and trade personal updates (dental woes, home repairs).00:02:12 — Australian economy update  Topic: Deloitte downgrades growth to 1.3% this financial year; inflation and unemployment outlook; RBA commentary on Commonwealth spending. Key takeaway: growth is slowing and inflation remains a problem.“Australia's growth outlook has deteriorated over the past six months. The economy is still expanding, but growth has slowed and the outlook has become more fragile.”00:06:05 — Middle East and oil risk  Topic: Iran, Strait of Hormuz disruptions, US options and the long-term economic impact of sustained higher oil prices. Discussion of the limits of military options and the political timing pressures in the US.00:11:36 — Housing, regulation and planning delays  Topic: RBA 2018 study on Sydney housing regulation costs; local DA delays, heritage listings and the cost of permits. Practical points on streamlining approvals and supply-side fixes.00:20:54 — Political gaffe: Prime Minister on a podcast  Topic: Reaction to the PM's Nova-style podcast appearance and awkward answers; media-advice failures; debate over whether senior politicians should accept small‑reach podcast interviews.00:31:40 — Pacific security and Fiji treaty  Topic: New treaty with Fiji makes it Australia's fourth alliance partner; strategic context and China's regional activity; soft-power vs bidding-war approaches.00:35:40 — UK politics and Nigel Farage  Topic: Farage resigns his seat and triggers a by-election amid funding questions; Andy Burnham's expected rise to Prime Minister and the legitimacy challenge for leaders chosen without a general election.00:46:58 — Europe and Germany's budget push  Topic: Germany pushes back on EU spending plans and flags competitiveness concerns; energy and industrial cost pressures.00:55:50 — Russia, Ukraine and military developments  Topic: Ukrainian strikes, Crimea pressure, and the risks of escalation; discussion of cruise-missile production and defensive needs.01:12:30 — Sport roundup  Topics covered: Women's cricket dominance; World Cup highlights (Argentina, Norway, Mbappé); State of Origin; AFL/NRL broadcast deals and coaching moves; track standout Cameron Myers.Key quotes from the episodeOn the economy: “Inflation has re-accelerated, interest rates have moved higher and the oil price shock triggered by conflict in the Middle East is not yet fully resolved.”On housing regulation: Hong Kong Jack: “If you could have that $380,000 that it was seven years ago that comes onto the cost of building a house in Sydney, just think how much better off people in Sydney would be.”What we liked and what to watchWorth following: developments in the Strait of Hormuz and any new RBA/Treasury commentary on growth and inflation.Local watch: NSW planning reforms and ICAC inquiries into property development.Politics: the fallout from the PM's podcast appearance and the UK by-election dynamics around Nigel Farage.How to listen and get involvedSubscribe on your favourite podcast app.Send us feedback or story tips — Jack the Insider and Hong Kong Jack read listener mail each week.Share this episode if you found the housing or geopolitics segments useful.Produced by Two Jacks — Episode 164. Thanks for listening; we'll be back next week.

  Toso, my new 2026 Yamaha XMAX 300 Learning something new later in life can feel intimidating. We get comfortable with what we already know, and the thought of looking awkward or even failing can keep us from trying. In this episode, I share why I decided to earn my motorcycle license at 69, purchase a 2026 Yamaha XMAX, and embrace the challenge of becoming a complete beginner again. Along the way, I learned that countless hours spent practicing slow turns and emergency stops in an empty church parking lot weren’t just teaching me how to ride…they were teaching me something far more valuable. Without HotSpringsVillageInsideOut.com this would have never happened. Whether your next adventure involves two wheels, a new hobby, a new career, or simply stepping outside your comfort zone, the principle is the same: everything is hard until it isn’t. If you’re willing to endure the boredom of practice and the humility of being a beginner, you’ll discover new confidence, new freedom, and the joy that comes from proving to yourself that it’s never too late to learn something new. Jef with Maxim Motor Sport, Allen, TX Shout out to Jef at MaximHondaYamaha.net in Allen, Texas (972.359.0202). They’re a big shop with a massive inventory of powersport machines, gear, and accessories. It’s my first motorcycle purchase, and it was extraordinary! And I’m not getting one cent to say so. I highly recommend Jeff and the rest of the crew. Here’s a selfie I took right after Jeff loaded my new scooter onto the trailer – minutes before I pulled away to bring her back to the Village. I named her Toso, a Fiji term that conveys the idea of moving forward, advancing, or continuing on. I’m not from Fiji. Never been. But over 4 decades ago, I ran across a Fijian term, “bula”. It’s analogous to “Aloha” in Hawaiian. It’s a greeting and means both hello and good-bye. It also means “life” and carries the connotation that “life is good.” I started using it as a greeting on my internal memos in the company I was running at the time. I’d write, “Bula!” instead of some other greeting. Years later, when forming my company, Bula had to be incorporated, so I named my company Bula Network (not because of podcasting or publishing, but because of PEOPLE). So I figured this new scooter needed some Fijian name, too. Toso. It’s pronounced TOH-soh, with the emphasis on the first syllable: TOH (rhymes with “go”) and soh (also rhymes with “go”). So it sounds like: TOH-soh.   • Join Our Free Email Newsletter • Subscribe to Our YouTube Channel (click that bell icon, too) • Join Our Facebook Group • Support Our Sponsors (Click on the images below to visit their websites.) __________________________________________ __________________________________________ __________________________________________

Danny, Ashy and Chris look back at round two of the Nation's Championship with the north and south both on six wins each. Scotland scored four tries and pushed the Boks all the way in Pretoria. Did they show the England coaching team the best way to attack the double world champions? Danny reacts to Marcus Smith's cameo at scrum-half against Fiji and we look ahead to England's trip to Argentina as the injured Alex Mitchell is replaced by Raffi Quirke. We also look at the logistics issues hampering the tournament and discuss whether some teams are getting an unfair advantage. Will Jordan broke the All Blacks try record at the weekend, but does he make our all-time Nee Zealand back three? The game of the weekend sees Ireland head to Eden Park. Can Andy Farrell's side finally end the All Blacks' 32 year, 52 Test, unbeaten home record?

Doctor Kay and Doctor Ray bring their psychological segments to Fiji! They discuss the standard 6 segments applied to castmates & moments from the entire season 8–all but the finale! The abhorrent moments that showed a lack of consent by the women are exposed, the championing moment of gathering castmate consent on Aftersun is celebrated, and the specific examples of people-pleasing vs. image management are delineated. Plus, Dr.s Kay & Ray discuss some of the wins & losses of Aftersun in detail. REALITY TEST WITH US: Did you like the Aftersun episodes this season? What were some of the winning & losing moments on Aftersun, from your opinion? EMAIL US about it! Realitycheckpodding@gmail.com.o-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=OListeners! Come visit the Patreon for free at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (http://patreon.com/RealityTest)  ⁠patreon.com/RealityTest⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (or search on Patreon with “@RealityTest”) & check out some of the benefits of a free membership (early access to the audio episodes!) & the paid tier! For only a MEASLY $5/month, you get the bonus features, including Mental Health Check-Up episodes, the VIDEO episodes, the full audio episode archive, and bonus & behind-the-scenes video content!The first 10 paying members will get shoutouts on the pod & 5 randomly selected members will get a free year of membership after joining! What are you waiting for? Come watch our video episodes, & join us in learning a little something about psych & mental health from our examinations of your favorite reality TV shows, castmates, and tea! O=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-oReality testing is when we check an emotion or thought we're having against objective reality. So, here in Reality Test, we're going to be testing the thoughts, emotions, interactions, and producer antics of reality television against what we know, as licensed psychologists, about objective reality. Come with us, let's Reality Test!Hosts: Dr. Kay & Dr. RayThank you to our sound extraordinaire, Connor!Patreon: patreon.com/RealityTest Linkt.ree/@RealityTestInstagram: @realitytestpodcastThreads: @drkaypodsTikTok: @realitytestpodYouTube Channel: @realitytestpodFacebook Page: Reality Test PodEmail: realitycheckpodding@gmail.com     Dr. Kay: @drkaypods (Insta) & @dr.realitv (TikTok)Dr. Ray: @drraypods (Insta)O=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-o

In Pacific Waves today: Tongan teen wins prestigious opera competition; New Pacific podcast 'Close to Home' navigates language retention; NATO countries concerned over China's missile test; Fiji, Tonga and Samoa suffer rugby test match losses. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Former coup frontman calls for removal of immunity in Fiji; Scientist warn Pacific this El Nino could be the worst ever; Pasifika Kiri Te Kanawa Song Quest finalists raring to go; Stage set for round two of Nations Championship and Cup. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

The Defence Minister says New Zealand will think carefully about joining the recently signed defence alliance between Fiji and Australia. The Ocean of Peace Alliance was signed by the leaders of Australia and Fiji last week, but concerns have been raised over how it could impact our relationship with China. Minister Chris Penk says working together is important for all Pacific nations and there's a potential role for New Zealand in there. "We'll consider carefully the obligations under that - at the moment, it's just between Australia and Fiji, and we congratulate them for working together on matters of regional security." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Love Island USA Aftersun Aftershow July 11, 2026 The Season 8 penultimate podcast of Love Island USA, hosted by Kirsten MacInnis breaks down the Aftersun finale with in-depth looks at the most dramatic villa moments and aftermaths. As the Islanders leave Fiji and face both the outside world and each other, relationships, family confrontations, and the challenges of fame drive the conversation and no key moment is left unexamined. From Melanie's emotional family intervention to Kenzie and Dylan's push for relationship labels, Kirsten dissects the bonds, betrayals, and social media reactions sparked by the season’s endgame. The episode explores not just what happens in the villa but how Islanders cope with the online world, real-world anxieties, and the outcomes of their televised connections. They reflect on standout moments like Parmida dealing with a broken foot before entering Casa Amor, the significance of “exclusive” versus “boyfriend/girlfriend,” and families navigating the show's unique pressures. Throughout, Kirsten balances sharp observations with wry asides, considering how Islanders handle newfound attention and lingering villa drama. Highlights include: Melanie's mother and sister confronting Sincere's behavior and the teary, raw family dynamics on display. Parmida's delayed entrance due to injury and her real-life move to Miami, plus the digital evidence fans dig up post-show. The blurred lines between exclusivity and deeper commitment, especially for Kenzie, Dylan, Kayda, and Zach. Social media's impact, like brands offering perks for breakups, and Islanders discovering memes, nicknames, and criticism as they reclaim their devices. KC and Tierra’s conversations on public scrutiny, coded language, and the complexities of being Black in the villa environment. As connections shift and reality intrudes with phones, families, and public feedback, will any couple find the clarity, or fame, they're hoping for? Find out how the Islanders' last night in Fiji paints the real picture behind the finale scenes, and which relationships might outlast the end credits. Listen now for insights into family showdowns, cast dynamics, and what's next for your favorite Love Island USA stars as the season draws to a close. 00:00 Cast Drama Over Love 06:16 Melanie's Family Intervenes Strongly 12:44 Parmida and Corbin's Tense Morning 19:06 Kenzie and Dylan Define Relationship 25:56 Kenzie Confronts Sexist Comparisons 33:07 KC and Tierra Face Social Media 39:53 Dumped Islanders Reveal Final Favorites 44:41 Finale Date Teasers and Predictions LISTEN: Subscribe to the We Know Love Island podcast feed! WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Alex Payne is joined by Mike Brown and former Scotland Captain John Barclay to break down Round 2 of the Nations Championship. The trio unpack South Africa's incredible depth, ask whether anyone can stop the Boks on the road to 2027, and debate whether Scotland's performance was a step forward despite the defeat. Plus, England finally get back to winning ways against Fiji where Henry Pollock continues his remarkable rise. Will Steve Borthwick start him v Argentina? The guys give their verdict. Refund Club is a trading style of Sandsford Law Limited, authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA no. 8008114). Checking is free. A fee is payable only if your claim is successful. Eligibility: car finance taken out in the UK between 2007 and 2021. The average claim is around £829 per agreement; this is an average and not a guarantee of the amount you will receive. You can also claim yourself for free by contacting your lender or the Financial Ombudsman Service. https://refundclub.co.uk/gbr 00:00 Season 6 is Sponsored by Continental Tyres 03:16 Scotland vs Springboks 13:55 South Africa Depth Debate 21:37 Ad Break Refund Club 22:35 Fiji Worries and Board Drama 25:56 England Attack Identity 33:56 Let Pollock Loose 34:28 Backline Picks Argentina 35:22 Backing Van Rensburg 37:01 Caluori & Why Fullback Is Hard 41:30 Harvey Norman Break 43:02 Will Jordan Record Breaker 47:02 France Depth And Wallabies Woes 52:22 Japan Home Game Farce 56:48 All Blacks vs Ireland - Round 3 59:07 Argentina vs England - Round 3 01:02:33 Tables Fixtures And Farewell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Meet Neha Kumar, Brand and Design Lead at Queensland Rugby Union (Queensland Reds).Neha's career started out in retail and moved into marketing before she landed her first full-time role as social media lead at GIVIT, a Brisbane-based not-for-profit, where she taught herself graphic design, photography and videography on the job and even got to create content for a royal visit from Queen Camilla.Around the same time, she started WATCHHERFOOTY, a passion project covering the NRLW that's now grown to 22,000+ followers and put her on TV, on radio, and on The Female Athlete Project stage. That page changed everything. It sharpened what she wanted, and when a role opened at the Reds, she backed herself despite never formally studying design and getting knocked back in other roles. She's since gone from Design & Communications Coordinator to Brand and Design Lead, run game-day production at Suncorp, MC'd in front of 30,000 people, toured Fiji with the men's team, and been named #12 on Ministry for Sport's Young Guns Under 30.In this episode, Neha shares how she turned a passion project into a role at the Queensland Reds, why backing yourself beats waiting until your CV feels "ready," and the pinch-me Fiji moment she never thought she'd get.We cover:(03:01) - Interview begins(05:13) - Quick Fire Questions(08:59) - Neha's journey to working in sport and how WatchHerFooty came to life(13:21) - How Neha balances time between her full-time role and WatchHerFooty(16:00) - Collaborations Neha has worked on through WatchHerFooty(18:17) - What is WatchHerFooty's most viral video(20:34) - Neha's experience with The Daily Aus x Nike Mentorship program(24:02) - Neha's work with GIVIT(30:44) - Neha's transferable skills helped land her role with the Queensland Reds(32:49) - How Neha's role has evolved since starting at the Reds(38:30) - Neha's experience MCing a game day(40:34) - Neha's experience on the international trip with the Queensland Reds to Fiji(43:57) - Experience at Suncorp Stadium during the British & Irish Lions Tour(45:28) - Neha on making the 'Young Guns under 30' List(46:48) - Challenges in entering the sports industry(48:33) - How Neha decided what career path to take when she felt lost for direction(50:03) - What helped Neha stand out when she landed her role at the Qld Reds(51:38) - Impact of mentors on Neha's career(53:26) - How to land a job in sport media in the next 30 days(57:03) - Biggest Pinch Me moment working in sport(58:08) - What life would look like if not for a career in sport(59:45) - What is a brand and sports partnership you'd like to see in the future(01:00:55) - Neha's question for next guestIf you liked this ep, give these a go next:#286: Inside the GWS Giants Social Media strategy with Jacob Gaynor#347: Sport Marketing & Communications - How to work in AFL, NBA and Seven Sport with Anthony Alsop#354: How building Kanga TV led to a PR & Comms job in sport, with Marnie Cohen (TGI Sport)Want a job in sport? Click here.Follow SportsGrad on socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | TikTokFollow Reuben on socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | TikTokThanks for listening, much love! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

England return to winning ways after a convincing 73-8 rout of Fiji in Liverpool's Hill Dickinson Stadium in round two of the Nations Championship, with Henry Pollock grabbing a hat-trick. Dan Cole and Ben Youngs are podcasting from the stadium in their famous pink JAECOO 7. You'll also hear from new scrum-half convert Marcus Smith and debutant Noah Caluori.

Tiffany Nicole Ervin Postseason Interview Survivor 50's post-game coverage continues as Rob Cesternino sits down for a revealing exit interview with Tiffany Nicole Irvin. Tiffany discusses her high-stakes journey through Survivor 50, digging into her strategic shifts, social reads, and the emotional roller coaster of coming so close to the $2 million prize. Rob and Tiffany recap key moments from the season, from low-key drama at OG Kalo to a near-legendary immunity run—plus the chaos of Applebee's, the auction, and some unforgettable blindsides. Tiffany reflects on arriving with a new mentality, adjusting her gameplay to stay under the radar and not let anyone see her as a threat until it was too late. She breaks down unseen tribe dynamics, sharing behind-the-scenes details about pre-merge alliances, who was really at risk on OG Kahlo, and why throwing a challenge for Chrissy's exit just wasn't worth it. Tiffany reveals the tension and fallout from the infamous Charlie vote, her evolving alliances with Dee, Kamilla, and Coach, and how her social game kept her off the chopping block even when her closest allies became targets. The episode also explores Tiffany's key bond with Cirie, her rivalry with Rizo's idol, and how one puzzle piece changed her Survivor fate. – The “house money” mentality Tiffany brought to her second season – Unseen dynamics and early friction in OG Kalo – The flip on Charlie and what really held the original alliance together – Tiffany's immunity wins, her push to flush Ozzy's idol, and the challenges (literal and social) post-merge – Tiffany's auction story, including her strategic cupcake eating and surprising approach to secret menu surprises The episode poses tough Survivor questions—would keeping Ozzy have changed the season? Was Tiffany's under-the-radar approach the secret to her deep run, or did it make her too late of a threat? As the jury weighs in and Tiffany eyes future reality TV adventures, the conversation leaves us wondering: what's the best way to win Survivor—by the vote, or in the court of public opinion? Dive into this post-game recap to see if Tiffany's strategic shifts and strong bonds could have rewritten Survivor 50's endgame! Chapters: 0:00 Losing Survivor 50’s $2 Million 1:32 Returning to Fiji for Season 50 2:45 Changing Game Approach This Season 4:24 Inside OG Kalo Tribe Dynamics 6:09 Chrissy Nearly Kalo’s First Boot 8:14 Returning to a “Cursed” Beach 10:07 Navigating Kalo 2.0 Alliances 13:31 Bonding with Aubry Post-Swap 17:24 Jonathan Chooses Pregame Alliance 19:20 The Aftermath of Charlie's Blindside 22:30 Coach Targets Dee and Tiffany 25:45 Building Merge Connection with Cirie 27:21 Partnering With Joe for Immunity 29:36 Eliminating Coach and Chrissy Together 32:41 Why Target Emily Post-Merge 40:24 Targeting Stephenie Before Tribal 42:50 Winning Immunity on Pivotal Day 19 47:10 What if Ozzy Played His Idol? 51:02 Regretting Rick Devens’ Early Exit 54:48 Losing Final Five Puzzle to Jonathan 57:42 Where to Follow Tiffany Online To order Rob’s book, The Tribe and I Have Spoken, visit www.robhasabook.com Never miss a minute of RHAP's extensive Survivor coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the Survivor podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Tiffany Nicole Ervin Postseason Interview Survivor 50's post-game coverage continues as Rob Cesternino sits down for a revealing exit interview with Tiffany Nicole Irvin. Tiffany discusses her high-stakes journey through Survivor 50, digging into her strategic shifts, social reads, and the emotional roller coaster of coming so close to the $2 million prize. Rob and Tiffany recap key moments from the season, from low-key drama at OG Kalo to a near-legendary immunity run—plus the chaos of Applebee's, the auction, and some unforgettable blindsides. Tiffany reflects on arriving with a new mentality, adjusting her gameplay to stay under the radar and not let anyone see her as a threat until it was too late. She breaks down unseen tribe dynamics, sharing behind-the-scenes details about pre-merge alliances, who was really at risk on OG Kahlo, and why throwing a challenge for Chrissy's exit just wasn't worth it. Tiffany reveals the tension and fallout from the infamous Charlie vote, her evolving alliances with Dee, Kamilla, and Coach, and how her social game kept her off the chopping block even when her closest allies became targets. The episode also explores Tiffany's key bond with Cirie, her rivalry with Rizo's idol, and how one puzzle piece changed her Survivor fate. – The “house money” mentality Tiffany brought to her second season – Unseen dynamics and early friction in OG Kalo – The flip on Charlie and what really held the original alliance together – Tiffany's immunity wins, her push to flush Ozzy's idol, and the challenges (literal and social) post-merge – Tiffany's auction story, including her strategic cupcake eating and surprising approach to secret menu surprises The episode poses tough Survivor questions—would keeping Ozzy have changed the season? Was Tiffany's under-the-radar approach the secret to her deep run, or did it make her too late of a threat? As the jury weighs in and Tiffany eyes future reality TV adventures, the conversation leaves us wondering: what's the best way to win Survivor—by the vote, or in the court of public opinion? Dive into this post-game recap to see if Tiffany's strategic shifts and strong bonds could have rewritten Survivor 50's endgame! Chapters: 0:00 Losing Survivor 50’s $2 Million 1:32 Returning to Fiji for Season 50 2:45 Changing Game Approach This Season 4:24 Inside OG Kalo Tribe Dynamics 6:09 Chrissy Nearly Kalo’s First Boot 8:14 Returning to a “Cursed” Beach 10:07 Navigating Kalo 2.0 Alliances 13:31 Bonding with Aubry Post-Swap 17:24 Jonathan Chooses Pregame Alliance 19:20 The Aftermath of Charlie's Blindside 22:30 Coach Targets Dee and Tiffany 25:45 Building Merge Connection with Cirie 27:21 Partnering With Joe for Immunity 29:36 Eliminating Coach and Chrissy Together 32:41 Why Target Emily Post-Merge 40:24 Targeting Stephenie Before Tribal 42:50 Winning Immunity on Pivotal Day 19 47:10 What if Ozzy Played His Idol? 51:02 Regretting Rick Devens’ Early Exit 54:48 Losing Final Five Puzzle to Jonathan 57:42 Where to Follow Tiffany Online To order Rob’s book, The Tribe and I Have Spoken, visit www.robhasabook.com Never miss a minute of RHAP's extensive Survivor coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the Survivor podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Ashy and Chris bring you instant reaction from the Hill Dickinson stadium as England thrashed Fiji in Liverpool to end their five-match unbeaten run. But what are the positives for England after such a one-sided victory over a disjointed Fiji? We hear from Steve Borthwick who heaps praise on his defence despite scoring 73 points. Noah Caluori is back on the pod after a devastating Test debut. He set up a try with his first touch in international rugby and scored a try with his second. Ashy was impressed with the young winger but it was Tommy Freeman who caught his eye. Should Freeman continue on the wing? And Henry Pollock came on to score an impressive second-half hat-trick. Does he now start in Argentina or was his impact exactly why he's suited to coming off the bench?

This week Kat & Carol have jet off to Fiji and discuss Love Island USA Season 8 Casa Amor, Casa Amor recoupling, movie night. We dish on our favorite islanders, who we want to win, who we want booted out of the Villa, and give more thoughts on the disgusting behavior from some of the islanders at Casa Amor. Tune in and join the spiral!Email us at hello@prettymuchfine.com Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/prettymuchfinepod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@prettymuchfinepod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to our YouTube channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@prettymuchfine2194⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.prettymuchfine.com/⁠⁠Tags: Reality TV, Love Island USA, Love Island USA Season 8, Love Island UK, Love Island UK Season 13, Casa Amor, Fiji, Reality TV Recap, Reality TV Podcast, Bravo Podcast, Pop Culture, Reality TV Drama, Instagram Drama, Villa Gossip, Reality TV News, Reunion Recap, TV Commentary, Reality TV Fans, Summer TV, Islanders, TV Recap, Entertainment Podcast, Love Island Recap

How does a former 800 freestyler from Fiji become an 18-second 50 freestyler in one of the fastest sprint environments in the NCAA? In this episode of the Social Kick Podcast, Arizona State University's Tolu Young shares his incredible journey from the "no rush, no worries" island culture of Fiji to the highly competitive, smack-talking pool deck at ASU. T olu breaks down his unexpected transition from a self-proclaimed terrible distance swimmer into a pure 50 freestyler after moving to Washington State during the 2020 lockdowns. We dive deep into the cutting edge of sprint training as Tolu explains his role in ASU's highly specialized "Ultra Sprint" group. He discusses his experiences utilizing USRPT, experimenting with the Cameron McEvoy method, and the brutal realities of Central Nervous System (CNS) fatigue when training at absolute maximum velocity. Tolu also gives us a behind-the-scenes look at the ASU training culture, his goals representing Fiji at the upcoming Commonwealth Games, and why he completely avoids swimming 100s in practice. I f you are a swim nerd interested in the evolution of low-volume, high-power sprint training, you won't want to miss this!

Chinese Missile Provocations and the Undersea Power Struggle. Gordon Chang and Rebecca Grant. Chinalaunched a long-range missile over sovereign territories toward Fiji, an aggressive move coinciding with major NATOand RIMPAC events. The test signals China's intent to expand its nuclear triad despite its currently "noisy" submarine technology. The U.S. maintains its undersea dominance through advanced programs like the Columbia-class boomer and unmanned Orca systems. (2)

SCHEDULE THE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, 7-8-20261966 SWEDEN Chaos in the Strait of Hormuz and Global Alignments. Gordon Chang and Kamran Bokhari. The Strait of Hormuz memorandum of understanding has collapsed, leading the U.S. to end the ceasefire with Iran. Iran is attempting to divide international allies by courting India and Pakistan. Pakistan balances a mediating role against domestic economic instability, while India shifts toward a burden-sharing role in the Indo-Pacific. (1) Chinese Missile Provocations and the Undersea Power Struggle. Gordon Chang and Rebecca Grant. Chinalaunched a long-range missile over sovereign territories toward Fiji, an aggressive move coinciding with major NATO and RIMPAC events. The test signals China's intent to expand its nuclear triad despite its currently "noisy" submarine technology. The U.S. maintains its undersea dominance through advanced programs like the Columbia-class boomer and unmanned Orca systems. (2) Religious Persecution and the Rise of Underground Christianity in China. Gordon Chang and Piero Tozzi. Pastor Ezra Jin's release highlights the CCP's continued persecution of underground churches that refuse to answer to the state. Despite intense Sinicization and arrests of figures like Jimmy Lai, Christianity is flourishing in China as a witness for human dignity. Totalitarian control efforts have created an enemy in an underground congregation potentially numbering over 100 million. (3) PLA Purges and Xi Jinping's Power Consolidation. Gordon Chang and Piero Tozzi. Xi Jinping's provocative missile launches are linked to internal instability and purges within the Central Military Commission. By creating international tension, Xi forces competing party factions to rally behind his leadership. While he controls the propaganda and state security apparatus, his control over the People's Liberation Army remains incomplete. (4) Venezuela's Humanitarian Crisis and US Diplomatic Pragmatism. Evan Ellis. Twin earthquakes in Venezuelahave left thousands dead and missing, with the Maduro regime's response marked by corruption and inefficiency. The U.S. continues to work with regime "thugs" for stability and oil access while preventing the democratically elected leader, María Corina Machado, from returning to aid her country. (5) Electoral Shifts Toward U.S. Cooperation in Peru and Colombia. Evan Ellis. Keiko Fujimori in Peru and Abelardo de la Espriella in Colombia have secured victories, pledging to join U.S.-led regional security coalitions. Both leaders inherit nations plagued by record-high coca production and expanded criminal groups. Their success is viewed as critical for regional stability and counter-cartel efforts in the Americas. (6) Bolivia's Instability and US-Mexico Trade Leverage. Evan Ellis. Bolivia remains on "borrowed time" as Evo Morales leads blockades from his coca-growing stronghold. Simultaneously, the U.S. uses the USMCA's renewal uncertainty as leverage to ensure Mexico's cooperation on migration and drugs. This strategy risks long-term investment but forces immediate strategic compliance from the Mexican administration. (7) Cuba's Grid Collapse and Caribbean Regional Integration. Evan Ellis. Cuba's recurring blackouts highlight a crumbling infrastructure and the failure of economic reforms to appease U.S. sanctions. While the U.S. applies individual sanctions on leaders, CARICOM is expanding its regional influence, recently bringing Martinique in as an associate member to bolster Caribbean governance and maritime security. (8) Russia's Energy Chokepoint and the Shifting Global Oil Map. Michael Bernstam. Ukrainian drone strikes on major Russian refineries have triggered a severe fuel crisis, forcing export bans on diesel and gasoline. Meanwhile, Gulf states are building massive pipelines to bypass the Strait of Hormuz. These developments are neutralizing Iran's "golden weapon" and shifting global oil transit maps away from traditional naval chokepoints. (9) The Strategic Impact of the Drone War on Russia. Michael Bernstam. Ukrainian drones have achieved what sanctions could not, choking Russia's fuel supply and forcing it to sell oil at massive discounts to China and India. This new form of decentralized drone warfare has made fuel supplies the primary vulnerability of the Russianeconomy. Modern nations, including Taiwan, are now observing these lessons in resource warfare. (10) The Capitalism Model and Monetization of the Space Sector. Bob Zimmerman. Wall Street has embraced commercial space, with private companies like Catalyst performing satellite servicing missions once reserved for government agencies. The U.S. Space Force now buys rapid-launch capabilities from the private sector for orbital reconnaissance. India is also transitioning its space program toward this capitalist model to increase efficiency. (11) Asteroid Probes and Scientific Cosmological Anomalies. Bob Zimmerman. Missions are targeting asteroids like the potentially dangerous Apophis, with a fleet of probes planning a 2029 flyby. Meanwhile, the Euclid telescope has detected ancient quasars that challenge Big Bang timelines. Additional anomalies in Galaxy Centaurus A and unpredictable sunspot activity suggest current cosmological models remain incomplete. (12) European Heat Waves and Shifting Commodity Markets. Simon Constable. Extreme heat is becoming the norm in Europe, driving demand for air conditioning and pressuring electrical infrastructure. Commodity prices show mixed signals; oil and gas have risen due to Middle East tensions, while industrial metals like copper decline. In Britain, Andy Burnham is positioned as a likely future prime leader. (13) The Invisible Power of Global Data Centers. Simon Constable. Data centers represent the digital future, with Virginia housing the world's highest concentration for the federal government. Despite accounting for over 4% of U.S. electricity usage, a quiz reveals that a quarter of Americans know nothing about these facilities. The U.K.holds the second-highest number of data centers globally. (14) The Sino-American Lunar Race for Permanent Presence. Rick Fisher and Doug Messier. China aims for a permanent lunar presence at the South Pole to potentially deny access to other powers. NASA is countering with a civilian coalition of private partners like SpaceX to develop sustainable infrastructure for future Mars missions. China's architecture mimics Soviet systems, while NASA's Starship requires complex orbital refueling to reach the moon. (15) Risk Aversion and Logistical Timelines for Moon Landings. Rick Fisher and Doug Messier. The Chinesespace program is highly risk-averse to protect the Communist Party's legitimacy. While NASA is "game on," it faces challenges with the Starship lander, which reportedly requires at least 15 refueling launches per mission. China hopes for a manned landing by 2030, while NASA's 2028 timeline remains subject to potential delays. (16)

Ashy and Chris go inside the England camp ahead of the must-win Test against Fiji. After the defeat at Ellis Park, Ashy quizzes skipper Jamie George on the England gameplan against the Boks and why they keep repeating the same mistakes. Centre Henry Slade is also on the pod to discuss his return to the starting XV and England's state of flux in midfield. Can Slade replicate the influence he's had at Exeter for his country? Finn Russell is back for Scotland. Ashy and Chris look ahead to their clash in Pretoria and react to Louis Rees-Zammit dropping to the Wales bench. Why hasn't the Welsh winger managed to replicate the form eh showed before his NFL stint?

Alex Payne and Mike Brown run the rule over Steve Borthwick's selection ahead of England's game against Fiji. The pressure is on Steve Borthwick following a 5th straight defeat this year. 00:00

While the girls went off to play at a Fiji waterpark, the boys at the villa went to work setting up a scavenger hunt for K.C. to ask a very important question to Titi. Sure, it looked like the ladies had a blast, but there was growing tension between Kayda and Trinity: a heated back and forth played out throughout the episode on how to exactly define Zach and Kayda’s relationship, is it a situationship or not? The differing labels left Kayda in tears defending their “exclusive dating” status, while K.C. cut through all the label BS and asked Titi to be his girlfriend. It was an adorable girlfriend proposal that ended with Titi in tears of joy (along with the rest of America).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While the girls went off to play at a Fiji waterpark, the boys at the villa went to work setting up a scavenger hunt for K.C. to ask a very important question to Titi. Sure, it looked like the ladies had a blast, but there was growing tension between Kayda and Trinity: a heated back and forth played out throughout the episode on how to exactly define Zach and Kayda’s relationship, is it a situationship or not? The differing labels left Kayda in tears defending their “exclusive dating” status, while K.C. cut through all the label BS and asked Titi to be his girlfriend. It was an adorable girlfriend proposal that ended with Titi in tears of joy (along with the rest of America).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While the girls went off to play at a Fiji waterpark, the boys at the villa went to work setting up a scavenger hunt for K.C. to ask a very important question to Titi. Sure, it looked like the ladies had a blast, but there was growing tension between Kayda and Trinity: a heated back and forth played out throughout the episode on how to exactly define Zach and Kayda’s relationship, is it a situationship or not? The differing labels left Kayda in tears defending their “exclusive dating” status, while K.C. cut through all the label BS and asked Titi to be his girlfriend. It was an adorable girlfriend proposal that ended with Titi in tears of joy (along with the rest of America).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THE LOST FILES: It has come to my attention two episodes are missing from the feed! AH! These are the lost files. These are the lost episodes ICYMI.Back in the Villa in Fiji so that means Love Island is back in The Mix! Dana (@thebravoinvestigator) joins Mani to talk all things "early days" (first two weeks) of Season 8 of Love Island USA. Tough challenges and behavior that makes us feel our age. What is producer influenced and what is truly organic? And Dana will surprise you with who she likes...that and MORE in the Mix!Follow Dana on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/thebravoinvestigator/) and Threads: @thebravoinvestigatorPodcast- The Bravo Investigator Podcast (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bravo-investigator-podcast/id1723539749)Follow Mani on Instagram and Threads: @mixingwithmani  (https://www.instagram.com/mixingwithmani/?hl=en)Watch the visuals and listen ad-free on Patreon: patreon.com/mixingwithmani (https://patreon.com/mixingwithmani?utm_id=ff74f575-b310-470f-9802-f0f518c55d31&utm_medium=email)I Heart This week's Sponsor:Laundry Sauce- Make laundry day the best day of the week! Get 20% off your entire order @LaundrySauce with code MWM at https://laundrysauce.com/MWM #laundrysaucepod 

Fresh from his jaunt following Scotland in the World Cup, Tom joins Gareth and Chris to unpick the big talking points from the weekend and look ahead to the second round of the Nations Championship. They assess Scotland's Finn Russell dilemma, ask if South Africa has an advantage with its teams playing in Europe, and discuss whether England's clash with Fiji could define Steve Borthwick's future.

"Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes... including you." – Anne LamottI'm back from a 10-day trip to Fiji! It was a lot of fun, but also reminded me of something important. In this minisode, we'll go through why knowing how to disconnect (even when you're disconnecting) is so important, and something simple to set a better example for those around you. Onward,JamesPS —⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join 25K+ other subscribers on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

While the girls went off to play at a Fiji waterpark, the boys at the villa went to work setting up a scavenger hunt for K.C. to ask a very important question to Titi. Sure, it looked like the ladies had a blast, but there was growing tension between Kayda and Trinity: a heated back and forth played out throughout the episode on how to exactly define Zach and Kayda’s relationship, is it a situationship or not? The differing labels left Kayda in tears defending their “exclusive dating” status, while K.C. cut through all the label BS and asked Titi to be his girlfriend. It was an adorable girlfriend proposal that ended with Titi in tears of joy (along with the rest of America).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Jason is joined by Love Island USA Season 7 star, real estate entrepreneur, and former National Champion baseball player, TJ Palma, for a conversation about building a $35,000-a-month Airbnb business, monetizing nearly 500,000 social media followers, leveraging reality TV into long-term wealth, and why personal branding has become one of the most valuable business assets in 2026. TJ reflects on his journey from college baseball player to entrepreneur, sharing how he discovered content creation at a young age, built a YouTube channel before becoming an influencer, and eventually turned his passion for real estate into a thriving short-term rental business. He explains why he believed social media could become a powerful business tool long before it became mainstream, and how those early experiences helped prepare him for life in the spotlight. Jason and TJ dive into the reality of building a business from scratch, including how TJ got started with Airbnb arbitrage, furnished his first properties using 0% interest credit cards, negotiated with landlords, and scaled from one rental to a business generating more than $35,000 per month. TJ also breaks down the economics behind short-term rentals, why larger homes outperform smaller properties, and how he's expanded beyond Airbnb into property management, boutique hotels, interior design, and real estate investing. The conversation also explores TJ's experience on Love Island USA, from the extensive casting process and flying to Fiji without knowing if he'd make the show to navigating relationships while cameras rolled 24/7. TJ opens up about dealing with anxiety, public criticism, and the pressure of having millions of viewers judge every decision, while explaining how the experience ultimately helped him become more confident both personally and professionally. Jason and TJ also discuss what happens after reality TV, including how TJ grew from just a few thousand Instagram followers to nearly half a million, how he evaluates brand partnerships, and why he's focused on building businesses that outlast social media trends. He shares how he's turned his online audience into long-term revenue through strategic partnerships, educational content, and businesses that align with his personal brand. Beyond business, TJ reflects on financial discipline, entrepreneurship, and building wealth in your twenties. He explains why he continues reinvesting into real estate, how he approaches risk, the importance of surrounding yourself with ambitious people, and why creating multiple income streams has always been his long-term goal. TJ also shares what's next, including expanding his real estate portfolio, growing his hospitality and design businesses, teaching others how to build successful Airbnb companies, and why he'd love another opportunity in reality television with shows like The Traitors or Dancing With the Stars. From building a $35,000-a-month Airbnb business to leveraging reality TV into long-term wealth, TJ reveals what it really takes to build a business, grow a personal brand, and create opportunities that last long after the cameras stop rolling. TJ reveals all this and so much more in another episode you can't afford to miss! Subscribe to the Trading Secrets podcast! Host: Jason Tartick Audio: John Gurney Video: Marc Colcer Guest: TJ Palma Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Masa Chips - Promo Code Wright for 25% Off Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he covers today's top stories shaping America and the world. In this Monday Headline Brief of The Wright Report, Bryan covers America's 250th birthday weekend, from Trump's Mt. Rushmore fireworks comeback and his barn-burner speech calling Communism a cancer on the Republic, to NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani's counter-speech from George Washington's desk blasting white Americans as colonizers while his wife skipped the celebrations for a Muslim retreat in Spain. Bryan then tracks the sharp clash between VP JD Vance and Pope Leo over open borders immigration policy, grounded in fresh cases including a Biden-era Haitian migrant killing a Pennsylvania State Police trooper, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz pardoning a convicted child rapist from Laos, and newly elected Communist Congresswoman Melat Kiros refusing to condemn a Muslim terror attack targeting Jews in Boulder. On the global front, Iran's IRGC announces a discriminatory fee structure for ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, the former Ayatollah's funeral reveals the possible disappearance of Iran's new Supreme Leader, and Australia continues pulling Pacific island nations away from China with new security pacts in Fiji and the Solomon Islands. Plus, Spain's solar energy collapse offers a warning to US states doubling down on green energy, Europe's heat wave kills thousands as governments block air conditioning in the name of climate policy, Taiwan brings back anti-Communist military training, and Finnish researchers confirm that kids with dogs are healthier and need fewer antibiotics. "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32   Keywords: Bryan Dean Wright, The Wright Report, America 250th birthday, Trump Mt. Rushmore fireworks, SAVE America Act, John Thune filibuster, Zohran Mamdani George Washington desk, Pope Leo immigration, JD Vance Pope Leo, Pennsylvania trooper Michael Pahira, Haitian migrant homicide, Tim Walz pardon child rapist, Melat Kiros Boulder attack, Mohamed Sabry Soliman flamethrower, Trump Accounts children savings, Taiwan anti-Communist military training, Iran IRGC Strait of Hormuz fees, Ayatollah Khomeini funeral, Mojtaba Khamenei, Australia Fiji security pact, Solomon Islands China, Vanuatu, Spain solar energy collapse dirty green energy, Europe heat wave air conditioning deaths, Patti LuPone Turkey cruise, Monday Headline Brief, dogs children health antibiotics

What did we learn from the opening weekend of the Nations Championship? Ashy, Ugo and Danny look back on a dramatic first round of fixtures and ahead to what next weekend has in store. They ask why England appear to have made little progress since the Six Nations, whether Wales can build on their win over Fiji against Argentina, and how impressive Scotland were without their talisman, Finn Russell. Plus, there was also time to compare weekends, with Ashy enduring the great outdoors on a camping trip he absolutely hated, while Danny somehow found himself living the high life in the Royal Box at Wimbledon.

Hear about travel to Fiji as the Amateur Traveler talks to Jonty Crane from jontytravels.com about this island nation where he lived this year. Why should you visit Fiji? Jonty says, "Fiji offers the classic South Pacific island experience, with excellent snorkeling and diving, attractive beaches, and welcoming people. It also has a well-established tourism industry, which accounts for approximately 40% of the economy. Fiji attracts around one million visitors each year, representing about 60% of all tourism in the South Pacific." Jonty's Experience in Fiji ... https://amateurtraveler.com/travel-to-fiji-3/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices