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SCHEDULE THE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, 6-12-2026.1903 PRINCETON UNIVERSITYJeff Bliss describes massive, deadly swells hitting California beaches due to a southern hemisphere storm system. The conversation shifts to Las Vegas, where a massive, highly anticipated In-N-Out Burger recently opened on the Strip. Bliss details the chain's reputation for fresh food, cleanliness, and fair employee wages. (1)Jeff Bliss discusses the surprising results of the Los Angeles City Council primary, where Nithya Raman surged despite initially conceding. He highlights allegations of voter fraud in the Skid Row area and the impact of California's ballot harvesting laws. The segment also touches on Xavier Becerra's lead in the governor's race. (2)Richard Epstein analyzes the legal effort to prevent the removal of Donald Trump's name from the Kennedy Centerfacade. He argues that the Trump-aligned board's appeal lacks legal merit and strength, as removing a nameplate does not constitute irreparable harm. Epstein suggests the judge should consider firing the current board due to bias. (3)Richard Epstein critiques the construction of the Obama Center in Chicago, lamenting the destruction of 800 historical trees and the seizure of public land. He describes the project's design as a "monstrosity" with a flawed traffic plan and expresses concern over the foundation's lack of financial transparency and endowment. (4)Jim McTague reports on a "budget-minded hesitancy" among Pennsylvania consumers despite falling gas prices. He notes a rare layoff notice for 70 logistics workers and uneven retail activity. Meanwhile, a data center project near Costcoproceeds under heavy security, while a similar proposal was rejected by a neighboring borough. (5)Lorenzo Fiori discusses the "disaster" of the Italian national football team failing to qualify for the World Cup for the third consecutive time. The segment transitions to Pisa, highlighting the prestigious Scuola Normale Superiore and recent astronomical breakthroughs involving the James Webb Space Telescope. Fiori concludes with local wine and culinary recommendations. (6)Bob Zimmerman discusses the crew selection for NASA's Artemis 3 mission, which has been simplified to focus on Earth-orbit docking tests. He also examines private sector developments, including German startup Isar's funding, Stoke Space's reusable rocket design, and an orbital servicing mission by Catalyst intended to rescue a decaying NASAtelescope. (7)Bob Zimmerman honors the late Alan Hale, co-discoverer of the record-setting Comet Hale-Bopp. He reviews the historical significance of the first image of the moon's far side taken by Luna 3 in 1959. The segment also explores current cosmological debates regarding dark energy and the existence of "little red dots" in the early universe. (8)Peter Huessy discusses the history of "tactical" nuclear weapons and the 1950s Desert Rock exercises where U.S. troops were exposed to nuclear detonations. He details the health risks soldiers faced and parallels these actions with Sovietmaneuvers, highlighting the "ludicrous" idea of trying to operate militarily in a post-detonation environment. (9)Peter Huessy explains that Russia views low-yield, tactical nuclear weapons as usable battlefield tools to achieve victory or coerce opponents. He contrasts this with U.S. doctrine, which keeps such weapons under central command. Huessywarns of the lack of transparency regarding China's dual-use nuclear capabilities and Russia's "reckless" potential to use these weapons. (10)Colonel Jeff McCausland discusses stalled negotiations with Iran, noting the heavy influence of the Revolutionary Guard Corps over the diplomatic process. He analyzes the military difficulty of seizing Kharg Island and the profound impact of Ukrainian drones on the Russian front, suggesting that drone saturation has leveled the battlefield and interdicted Russian resupply lines. (11)Jeff McCausland draws parallels between the performative style of Civil War General Jeb Stuart and current Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth. He critiques Hegseth's recent speeches in Singapore, Normandy, and Guantanamo, arguing they prioritize individual image over grand strategy and mark significant, potentially transactional shifts in long-standing U.S. foreign policy toward Taiwan and European allies. (12)Veronique de Rugy argues that the U.S. already has the most progressive tax system among OECD countries, with the wealthy paying a disproportionate share of revenue. She critiques Thomas Piketty's proposal for a global wealth tax and mandated "degrowth," characterizing it as an effort to limit national growth under the guise of climate and social justice. (13)Mary Anastasia O'Grady questions the delay in scheduling Venezuelan elections under Delcy Rodriguez. She reports that over 400 political prisoners remain held, and the notorious Helicoide prison remains operational despite contradictory claims. O'Grady notes that the regime lacks the political will to allow a free press or fair electoral body to organize. (14)Conrad Black emphasizes the vital economic ties between the U.S. and Canada, noting Canada provides 25% of U.S.aluminum and 20% of its uranium. He expresses confidence that Prime Minister Mark Carney will build necessary oil pipelines to both coasts to benefit the Canadian economy, despite opposition from environmental groups and Carney's own "green instincts." (15)Francis Rose discusses the U.S. military's efforts to integrate AI by "gamifying" systems to make them intuitive for young, video-game-literate service members. He also highlights CISA's work in rebuilding its workforce to protect private-sector cyber infrastructure and the Army's Joint Innovation Outpost, which aims to accelerate the transition of technology from private inventors to the battlefield. (16)One name correction: (2) Nithia Raman → Nithya Raman (established style for the LA city council member).

Lorenzo Fiori discusses the "disaster" of the Italian national football team failing to qualify for the World Cup for the third consecutive time. The segment transitions to Pisa, highlighting the prestigious Scuola Normale Superiore and recent astronomical breakthroughs involving the James Webb Space Telescope. Fiori concludes with local wine and culinary recommendations. (6)1904

Lorenzo Fiori provides an optimistic update on Italy's economy, noting improved employment rates across various demographics. He highlights a landmark legislative shift toward nuclear energy, with small plants planned by 2034. For travelers, he recommends San Miniato, a strategic, less-crowded Tuscan village famous for its white beans.1880

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Host: Annik Sobing Guests: Christine Tully and Robert Wieczorek Published: June 2026 Length: ~45 minutes Episode is Sponsored by: CBS (Corporate Business Solutions) CBS provides global business process solutions for international industrial companies.  THIS PODCAST IS PRESENTED BY GLOBAL TRAINING CENTER SAP GTS 11 to E4H: How to Convert Without Surprises Annik Sobing welcomes Christine Tully and Robert Wieczorek to the Simply Trade Roundup for a conversation about one of the biggest transitions facing global trade teams right now: moving from SAP GTS 11 to SAP GTS Edition for S/4HANA (E4H). Sponsored by CBS (Corporate Business Solutions), this episode explores why the move is much more than a technical upgrade and what companies need to think about if they want to avoid surprises along the way. Christine and Robert break down the real-world challenges of a GTS conversion, including conversion approaches, system landscape design, downtime planning, testing, governance, and compliance stability. What You'll Learn in This Episode Why SAP GTS 11 needs to be replaced Christine and Robert explain why SAP GTS 11 is no longer the long-term answer and what changes with GTS E4H. They discuss how SAP's roadmap, support timelines, and the shift to S/4HANA are pushing companies to act now rather than later. Why this is a conversion, not just an upgrade The episode makes clear that GTS E4H is not a simple version jump. It involves functional, structural, and process changes that affect how teams work day to day, from user experience in Fiori to redesigning authorizations and reviewing custom developments. What conversion approaches companies can take Christine and Robert walk through the main conversion options, including brownfield, parallel landscape, sandbox, greenfield, and selective approaches. They explain the trade-offs of each path and why choosing the right one depends heavily on system complexity and business needs. How to reduce risk during the transition One of the key themes is preparation. The conversation highlights the importance of clean master data, realistic timelines, end-to-end testing, cutover planning, and strong governance to reduce the chance of issues during go-live. Why the ecosystem matters The episode also looks beyond the core SAP system to the broader landscape, including customs brokers, logistics providers, screening content providers, and middleware. Christine and Robert explain why a successful conversion depends on every connected part being ready, not just the internal system. What day-to-day compliance users need to know The discussion covers how the move to E4H affects trade compliance teams in practical ways, including new workflows, dashboard-driven monitoring, training needs, and changes to processes like preference management and blocked document handling. Who this episode is for This episode is especially valuable for IT leaders, global trade and compliance professionals, SAP users, and anyone responsible for planning or executing a move from GTS 11 to E4H. It is also a helpful listen for companies that want a realistic view of what a successful conversion actually takes. Subscribe & Follow Stay connected with the Simply Trade community and never miss an episode that helps you trade smarter.

(16) Lorenzo Fiori reports on a record-breaking Italian heat wave and the poor market reception of Ferrari's new electric vehicle, while noting that affordable Chinese EVs are rapidly becoming the top-selling cars in Italy.1900 VENICE

Lidia Ravera"Bagna i fiori e aspettami"Bompiani Editorewww.bompiani.itGiò è una ragazza irrequieta, che risponde al centralino in una tivù privata e sogna una vita d'avventura. Ha tre sorelle: Margherita, che sogna l'amore e fa la segretaria in una scuola elementare. Elisabetta, cagionevole e spirituale. Amelia, frivola e innamorata della sua bellezza. Vi ricordano qualcosa, o qualcuno? Sono quattro piccole donne alle prese con gli anni ottanta del secolo scorso. Hanno avuto in sorte una madre avvenente e svagata oltre a un padre fantasma, svanito quando Giò aveva due anni. Se la sono cavata benissimo anche senza di lui, a dire il vero, ma quando, dentro una busta piena di denaro, arriva un suo imprevisto messaggio con la richiesta di un appuntamento a Barcellona, è Giò a partire, attratta dal desiderio di conoscere quel personaggio che nella sua vita non c'è mai stato ma ha monopolizzato il suo immaginario. Arrivata a Barcellona, e da lì in poi, Giò avrà tutta l'avventura che vuole: niente papà, ma in compenso un affascinante bugiardo in limousine di cui innamorarsi e un itinerario che la porterà a Marsiglia, New York, Londra e Lusaka, fra trafficanti d'arte e di pietre preziose, seguendo scie di debiti e svelando vecchi segreti. In questo romanzo, il quarto scritto da Lidia Ravera, uscito per la prima volta nel 1986, non esistono i telefonini né i social e la moneta italiana è ancora la lira. Ma il ritmo serrato e tagliente, l'ironia, il calore della prima persona, il divertimento sono tutti lì, nello stile inconfondibile di un'autrice molto amata e nelle vicende che conducono la protagonista a inseguire con tenacia la pista degli affetti.Lidia Ravera è nata a Torino. Giornalista e scrittrice, ha raggiunto la notorietà nel 1976 con il suo romanzo d'esordio Porci con le ali, longseller con tre milioni di copie vendute (oggi nei Tascabili Bompiani, anche in versione graphic novel). Ha scritto trenta opere di narrativa. Gli ultimi romanzi, Piangi pure, Gli scaduti, Il terzo tempo, L'amore che dura, Avanti, parla e Un giorno tutto questo sarà tuo (2024) sono nel catalogo Bompiani, come la novella autobiografica Tempo con bambina e il racconto La somma di due. Del 2023 è il saggio Age Pride (Einaudi). Ha lavorato per il cinema, il teatro e la televisione.Lidia Ravera"Age Pride"Einaudi Editorewww.einaudi.it«La vita finisce quando tutto si ferma. Come atlete dobbiamo muoverci con lei, imparare il suo passo, accelerare e rallentare a comando, fletterci e poi spiccare il balzo necessario a non essere disarcionate. Bisogna restare agili. Non giovani, agili. Flessibili. Bisogna imparare a muoversi a tempo con il Tempo. Senza ostinarsi nell'imitazione di modelli scaduti. Ma senza nascondersi. Soprattutto senza nascondersi».Diventa un supporter di questo podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/il-posto-delle-parole--1487855/support.IL POSTO DELLE PAROLEascoltare fa pensarehttps://ilpostodelleparole.it/

Lorenzo Fiori discusses Italy's renewed interest in nuclear power and electric vehicle production in Naples. He also recommends the Molise region for its unique food and red Biferno wine. (6/16)1903 LA

Today's episode is the final in Season One of AFTER ORDER. It was recorded as a live show in collaboration with the Alameda Institute at the Art House in Bethnal Green, East London, earlier this week. The conversation is hosted by Juliano Fiori (Alameda), featuring James Meadway (Macrodose), Clara Mattei (University of Tulsa), and Aditya Chakrabortty (The Guardian).Together they explore the idea that we are no longer living between stable political and economic systems, but through an era defined by overlapping and ongoing crises.From economic turbulence to geopolitical fragmentation, many of the frameworks that once made sense of the world are breaking down. The discussion asked what might replace them - and how we rethink political economy for a world shaped by uncertainty, conflict, and rapid technological change.Across the evening, the panel reflected on what these shifts mean for power, politics, and the possibilities for building a different future.It is your support that makes this show possible. Pleases consider becoming a subscriber today: patreon.com/Macrodose.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To learn more about the work we do, head to ⁠planetbproductions.co.uk⁠.

6/16: Lorenzo Fiori discusses Secretary of State Marco Rubio's meeting with the Pope to mend relations. He also addresses controversy at the Venice Biennale, arguing art should serve as a bridge between nations during conflict. The segment concludes with celebrations for the 800th anniversary of St. Francis.1881

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Event Tickets: Political Economy in a Time of Monsters (May 12th) Welcome back to After Order - a series from Macrodose and the Alameda institute exploring power, sovereignty, and crisis in today's unstable world.This week, James is joined by Juliano Fiori, Director at Alameda, to look back at the series so far, and discuss its core premise: that we're not living through what Antonio Gramsci called an “interregnum” - a moment where the old world is dying and the new struggles to be born. Instead, that our world is now one of sustained disorder. In his own writing, Juliano takes this one step further, arguing that the very notion of order as we've come to understand it is tied to the system of US hegemony that has dominated global politics since the end of the second world war.For Juliano this “order” is not only conceptual, but material. Sustained first by the unparalleled industrial base of American capitalism, and then by its transformation into the hub of global trade and finance - secured at every turn through military might. He argues that, in losing sight of this, progressives too often take this exception for granted, and with it the belief that its decline will organically precipitate the rise of a new stability - perhaps one governed by a more just or democratic set of institutions. But this is not a mistake we can afford to make. With the dominance of the dollar waning, the US grip on global capital is beginning to slip. And Trump's warmongerings, from Venezuela to Iran, now appear as the violent shocks of an empire in sharp decline.The materiality of what we once called “order” is coming to an end. So what, if anything, comes next? The continued rise of China? A patchwork of competing regional powers? And a world defined by domination without hegemony?All that and more, in this week's After Order.

In the latest episode of SUGTalks, Craig is joined by David Yawalkar, Head of Solution Management, RISE with SAP.David shares an update on SAP's involvement with the SUGEN Transformation Charter, what SAP has learned from charter members and how customer feedback is shaping the company's Cloud ERP messaging. He explains why SAP has committed to both private and public cloud as long-term strategic products.David also reflects on some of the themes he hears from user groups globally after taking part in transformation days around the world. Craig and David also explore the move from AI hype to real working use cases. They discuss the importance of clean core and the risks of waiting too long to move from ECC. To learn more about the UKISUG referral scheme, visit: https://www.sapusers.org/community-referral-scheme

Amid caution and hope, it's May's eve, let's enjoy. Credits :  "Kalenda Maya" by R. di Vacqueyras (1165-1207)  -  "Cool Intro - Stings" by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ - Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100504 - Artist: http://incompetech.com/Diventa un supporter di questo podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pillole-di-italiano--4214375/support.

6. Guest: Lorenzo Fiori. Fiori addresses the suspicious poisoning of wolves in Italy's Abruzzo National Park, noting conflicts with local farmers. He recommends travelers visit the historic "star city" of Palmanova and nearby Roman sites to escape over-tourism in major cities. The segment concludes with a culinary tip for preparing a traditional potato dish. 61600 NETHERLANDS

SCHEDULE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW 4-24-20261740 BATAVIA Guest: Jeff Bliss. John Batchelor and Bliss discuss potential fuel shortages impacting Las Vegas tourism and airport traffic. They address rising gasoline prices in California, which exceed five dollars due to heavy refinery regulations and reduced domestic production. The conversation also covers the environmental and economic impacts of importing fuel into the region. Guest: Jeff Bliss. Bliss analyzes the first gubernatorial debate, where leading Democratic candidates gave Governor Newsom high grades for handling homelessness, while Republicans issued an "F". The discussion highlights the audience's negative reaction to these high marks and notes how the candidates focused heavily on criticizing Donald Trump throughout the evening. Guest: Josh Blackman. Blackman reviews the history of the 1974 Presidential Recordings and Materials Preservation Act, which prevented Richard Nixon from destroying White House records. He argues that the Watergate investigation created a political "fever," leading to legal maneuvers that potentially compromised constitutional principles regarding executive branch authority over internal disputes and documents. Guest: Josh Blackman. Blackman discusses a 2026 OLC opinion suggesting the 1978 Presidential Records Act is unconstitutional. He draws parallels between Nixon's record disputes and the modern indictments of Donald Trump regarding documents at Mar-a-Lago. The conversation explores whether these legal challenges are attempts to restore traditional presidential powers after post-Watergate erosion. Guest: Jim McTague. McTague reports on the economic climate in Lancaster County, observing light city foot traffic and high commercial rents. He discusses how rising gasoline prices affect small businesses and seniors on fixed incomes. The segment concludes with a look at the local fishing season and McTague's interactions with the Amish community. Guest: Lorenzo Fiori. Fiori addresses the suspicious poisoning of wolves in Italy's Abruzzo National Park, noting conflicts with local farmers. He recommends travelers visit the historic "star city" of Palmanova and nearby Roman sites to escape over-tourism in major cities. The segment concludes with a culinary tip for preparing a traditional potato dish. Guest: Richard Epstein. Epstein critiques the California Supreme Court's disbarment of attorney John Eastman. He argues the decision is a politically motivated "hit job" that ignores First Amendment protections for legal advocacy. Epstein suggests such judicial interventions into political campaigns are dangerous and warns that the decision misshapes the entire American polity. Guest: Richard Epstein. Epstein examines the crisis in the Strait of Hormuz, noting fuel emergencies in the Pacific. He advocates for opening alternative domestic energy supplies by bypassing regulatory hurdles. Epstein argues that military force may eventually be necessary to counter illegal Iranian blockades and protect national security interests against bad-faith negotiations. Guest: Andrew Graham Dixon. Art historian Dixon explores the background of Johannes Vermeer in 17th-century Delft. He details Vermeer's father's role as an innkeeper and the family's involvement with the Remonstrants, a liberal religious group. This group advocated for peace and tolerance during an era characterized by brutal and devastating religious wars. Guest: Andrew Graham Dixon. Dixon investigates Vermeer's artistic origins, proposing Gerard ter Borch as his teacher based on archival documents. He notes that Vermeer was fatherless at twenty and likely viewed his master as a father figure. The discussion emphasizes that Vermeer's training occurred outside of Delft, contributing to his sophisticated and subtly lit style. Guest: Andrew Graham Dixon. Dixon recounts Vermeer's marriage to Catharina Bolnes and his conversion to Catholicism to appease his mother-in-law, Maria Thins. He highlights the unique religious toleration in Dutch society, where diverse faiths worshiped in private. The narrative focuses on the domestic tensions Vermeer faced living in Thins' wealthy, strictly Catholic household. Guest: Andrew Graham Dixon. Dixon discusses Vermeer's primary patrons, Peter van Ruijven and Maria de Knuijt, identifying them as radical Remonstrants. He reveals a "smoking gun" discovery: their home was adjacent to a hidden Remonstrant church. Dixon argues Vermeer's paintings were deeply personal expressions of the fellowship and faith shared with these patrons. Guest: Henry Sokolski. Sokolski highlights the overlooked plutonium path to nuclear weapons in Iran, focusing on the Bushehr reactor's spent fuel rods. He explains that while uranium enrichment is publicly monitored, reprocessing these rods could yield hundreds of bombs. He argues that current inspections fail to provide a "timely warning" for such diversions. Guest: Henry Sokolski. Sokolski discusses modernizing civil defense to address non-nuclear threats like drone strikes on critical infrastructure. Following European models, he suggests Americans should prepare for 72-hour utility failures by securing water, cash, and physical protection for power transformers. He notes the administration is only beginning to articulate these essential requirements. Guest: Bob Zimmerman. Zimmerman reviews NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman's testimony regarding budget cuts and the cancellation of the Lunar Gateway project. He compares slow European government space programs with agile commercial startups. Additionally, he notes technical failures with Northrup Grumman's rocket boosters that have delayed military launches and impacted ULA's finances. Guest: Bob Zimmerman. Zimmerman provides updates on the Curiosity rover's climb of Mount Sharp, noting unusual tile-like rock formations on Mars. He also explains the significance of the Artemis Accords, an alliance of sixty-three nations favoring private property and enterprise in space. This political alliance serves as a counter-strategy to Chinese and Russian lunar ambitions.

Fluent Fiction - Italian: From Picnic Plans to Flower Power: A Surprise Contest Twist Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2026-04-24-07-38-19-it Story Transcript:It: Era una luminosa mattina di primavera e il Giardino dei Fiori era pieno di vita.En: It was a bright spring morning, and the Giardino dei Fiori was full of life.It: Gli alberi ondeggiavano dolcemente sotto il sole e l'aria era piena di profumo dolce dei fiori appena sbocciati.En: The trees gently swayed under the sun, and the air was filled with the sweet scent of freshly bloomed flowers.It: Luca e Giorgia camminavano mano nella mano, euforici di partecipare al tanto atteso concorso.En: Luca and Giorgia walked hand in hand, excited to participate in the long-awaited contest.It: "Questo picnic sarà memorabile, Giorgia!" esclamò Luca con entusiasmo.En: "This picnic is going to be memorable, Giorgia!" exclaimed Luca enthusiastically.It: Giorgia sorrise, ma alzò un sopracciglio.En: Giorgia smiled but raised an eyebrow.It: "Luca, sei sicuro che fosse un concorso di picnic?" chiese, dubbiosa.En: "Luca, are you sure it was a picnic contest?" she asked, doubtful.It: Lui annuì con sicurezza.En: He nodded confidently.It: "Sì, sì, ho letto bene! È qui al Giardino dei Fiori."En: "Yes, yes, I read it right! It's here at the Giardino dei Fiori."It: Arrivati, furono accolti da una scena inaspettata.En: Upon arrival, they were greeted by an unexpected scene.It: Tavoli coperti di fiori, persone con guanti e cesoie, non un cestino da picnic in vista.En: Tables covered with flowers, people with gloves and pruning shears, not a picnic basket in sight.It: "Luca," disse Giorgia sospirando, "forse non è un concorso di picnic..."En: "Luca," Giorgia said with a sigh, "maybe it's not a picnic contest..."It: Luca guardò intorno, confuso.En: Luca looked around, confused.It: Poi, con un sorriso audace, disse: "Beh, facciamo lo stesso. Useremo quello che abbiamo!"En: Then, with a bold smile, he said, "Well, let's do it anyway. We'll use what we have!"It: Giorgia rise, scuotendo la testa.En: Giorgia laughed, shaking her head.It: "Ok, va bene. Proviamoci!" rispose lei, sollevando la coperta da picnic come se fosse un tappeto magico.En: "Okay, fine. Let's try!" she replied, lifting the picnic blanket as if it were a magic carpet.It: I due misero giù il loro cesto e iniziarono a improvvisare.En: The two laid down their basket and began to improvise.It: Luca srotolò il salame e lo arrotolò in forma di fiore, posizionandolo su una base di foglie di lattuga.En: Luca unrolled the salami and shaped it like a flower, placing it on a base of lettuce leaves.It: Con una mela, creò un centro estroso.En: With an apple, he created an imaginative center.It: Vicino a lui, Giorgia raccoglieva piccoli fiori selvatici, aggiungendo tocchi di colore naturale al loro strano bouquet.En: Next to him, Giorgia gathered small wildflowers, adding touches of natural color to their quirky bouquet.It: La giuria girava tra i tavoli, scrutando le opere.En: The judges wandered among the tables, scrutinizing the works.It: Quando arrivarono da Luca e Giorgia, i giudici non credettero ai loro occhi.En: When they reached Luca and Giorgia, the judges couldn't believe their eyes.It: Alzando un sopracciglio, uno dei giudici chiese: "È... un bouquet di cibo?"En: Raising an eyebrow, one of the judges asked, "Is... this a food bouquet?"It: Luca rise, annuendo.En: Luca laughed, nodding.It: "Sì, è il nostro capolavoro culinario-floreale!" rispose, pieno di orgoglio.En: "Yes, it's our culinary-floral masterpiece!" he replied, full of pride.It: Non vinsero il concorso, come potevano aspettarsi.En: They didn't win the contest, as they might have expected.It: Tuttavia, ricevettero una menzione speciale per la creatività.En: However, they received a special mention for creativity.It: Mentre camminavano fuori dal giardino, mano nella mano, Luca rideva ancora.En: As they walked out of the garden, hand in hand, Luca was still laughing.It: "Vedi, Giorgia? Alla fine ci siamo divertiti."En: "See, Giorgia? In the end, we had fun."It: Giorgia, sebbene esitante all'inizio, si trovò felice di aver vissuto quell'avventura spontanea.En: Giorgia, though hesitant at first, found herself happy to have experienced that spontaneous adventure.It: "Sì, è stato strano, ma divertente. Forse dovrei lasciarmi andare più spesso." ridacchiò.En: "Yes, it was strange but fun. Maybe I should let go more often," she chuckled.It: E così, mentre lasciavano il Giardino dei Fiori sotto il sole di primavera, Luca aveva imparato ad apprezzare l'arte di pianificare un po' meglio, e Giorgia aveva scoperto la gioia della spontaneità.En: And so, as they left the Giardino dei Fiori under the spring sun, Luca learned to appreciate the art of planning a bit better, and Giorgia discovered the joy of spontaneity. Vocabulary Words:the scent: il profumothe blanket: la copertathe adventure: l'avventurathe bouquet: il bouquetthe gloves: i guantithe shears: le cesoiethe lettuce leaves: le foglie di lattugathe judge: il giudicethe masterpiece: il capolavorothe creativity: la creativitàthe doubt: il dubbiothe eyebrow: il sopraccigliothe scene: la scenathe imagination: l'immaginazionethe competition: il concorsothe surprise: la sorpresathe prize: il premiothe gesture: il gestothe laughter: la risatathe spontaneity: la spontaneitàthe confidence: la fiduciathe hesitation: l'esitazionethe opinion: l'opinionethe garden: il giardinothe sun: il solethe judges: i giudicithe mention: la menzionethe spring: la primaverathe path: il sentierothe surprise: la sorpresa

Lorenzo Fiori highlights Italian political support for the Pope following Donald Trump's criticisms, analyzes Prime Minister Meloni's strengthening position, and recommends tourists explore the rich history, food, and Lambrusco wine of Parma and Reggio Emilia. (6)1944 C-47 DOULAS, LONG BEACH

14. Lorenzo Fiori: Lorenzo Fiori recommends Padua for tourism, highlighting its historical frescoes and strategic location near Venice. He also discusses recent severe weather in southern Italy and Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's efforts to clarify Italy's political positions regarding international trade. (14)1957 DESERT INN

PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUEST: Lorenzo Fiori Lorenzo Fiori shares a seasonal recipe from Padua, Italy, featuring wild asparagus. He suggests boiling the asparagus and dipping it into a sauce made of Parmesan cheese and fried egg yolk, paired perfectly with Prosecco. (1)

6. ITALIAN FOOTBALL AND EASTER TRADITIONS GUEST: Lorenzo Fiori Lorenzo Fiori addresses the Italian national team's failure to qualify for the World Cup and calls for reform. He also shares a traditional Easter cake recipe featuring puff pastry and chard. (6)1943 POPE PIUS XII

Este episodio del pódcast Hablamos de SAP presenta una entrevista con Pedro Conesa, quien comparte su evolución profesional desde la consultoría hasta su rol actual en el cliente industrial Gestamp. El diálogo analiza la transición tecnológica hacia S4/HANA, destacando la importancia de mantener un núcleo limpio y los desafíos de implementar la interfaz Fiori frente a la resistencia de los usuarios. Pedro enfatiza que la inteligencia artificial y la automatización deben sustentarse en procesos sólidos y datos de calidad para aportar un valor real al negocio. Asimismo, se debate la crisis de talento especializado y la necesidad de recuperar la cercanía y el compromiso entre partners y clientes. Finalmente, el invitado subraya que el éxito de cualquier transformación digital reside en el equilibrio entre las personas, los procesos y la tecnología.#sapenespañol #hablamosdesap #podcast Más info...

6. Italian Soccer Pressure and Meloni's Cabinet Reshuffle Guest: Lorenzo Fiori Summary: Fiori previews the Azzurri's high-stakes match against Wales and explains Prime Minister Meloni's firing of controversial officials. He also stresses the importance of authentic Parmesan and the beauty of Sardinian heritage. (6)1921 MOSCOW

6. Italian Judicial Reforms and Tourism in Mantua Guest: Lorenzo Fiori Summary:Lorenzo Fiori discusses an Italian constitutional referendum regarding judicial independence. He also provides a travel guide to historic Mantua, recommending its medieval architecture, local artichoke pasta, and regional Amarone wine for visiting tourists. (6)1939 OKLAHOMA CITY

PREVIEW FOR LATER John Bachelor and Lorenzo Fiori explore the medieval city of Mantova. They discuss the seasonal harvestof asparagus and artichokes, offering a simple recipe for fresh pasta enhanced with olive oil. GUESTP: Lorenzo Fiori (1)1790 MILAN LOMBARDY

Fluent Fiction - Italian: Future's Whisper: A Letter that Changed Alessio & Giulia's Path Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2026-03-16-07-38-20-it Story Transcript:It: Alessio passeggiava per le vie di Roma, i suoi pensieri persi tra le voci dei turisti e le bancarelle di Campo de' Fiori.En: Alessio was strolling through the streets of Roma, his thoughts lost among the voices of tourists and the stalls of Campo de' Fiori.It: Mentre osservava i fiori primaverili colorare la città, ricordò l'ultima videochiamata con Giulia.En: As he watched the spring flowers color the city, he remembered the last video call with Giulia.It: Lei aveva raccontato di una lettera misteriosa arrivata quel mattino a Milano, proveniente dal futuro.En: She had talked about a mysterious letter that had arrived that morning in Milano, coming from the future.It: Giulia, seduta nel suo appartamento pieno di piante e colori brillanti, aveva descritto l'arrivo di quella busta.En: Giulia, sitting in her apartment full of plants and bright colors, had described the arrival of that envelope.It: Era strano: non c'era indirizzo, solo il loro nome.En: It was strange: there was no address, just their name.It: "Alessio e Giulia, estate 2023" diceva sulla carta.En: "Alessio e Giulia, estate 2023" it read on the paper.It: Da tempo immaginava un futuro insieme ad Alessio, e la lettera sembrava un segno.En: For a long time, she had imagined a future together with Alessio, and the letter seemed like a sign.It: Alessio era dubbioso.En: Alessio was doubtful.It: "Sarà uno scherzo", aveva detto.En: "It must be a joke," he had said.It: Ma Giulia, ottimista com'era, aveva insistito.En: But Giulia, optimistic as she was, had insisted.It: "Devi crederci!"En: "You have to believe it!"It: Rispose, con quegli occhi scintillanti di immaginazione che Alessio tanto amava.En: she replied, with those sparkling eyes full of imagination that Alessio loved so much.It: La distanza tra Roma e Milano li separava, ma i loro cuori erano vicini.En: The distance between Roma and Milano separated them, but their hearts were close.It: Il desiderio di verificare il contenuto della lettera diventò più forte mentre il sole di primavera scaldava le mura storiche delle città.En: The desire to verify the contents of the letter became stronger as the spring sun warmed the historic walls of the cities.It: Infine, Alessio decise di seguire Giulia nell'avventura.En: Finally, Alessio decided to join Giulia in the adventure.It: Si accordarono per incontrarsi a Bologna, una città a metà strada.En: They agreed to meet in Bologna, a city halfway.It: La mattina dell'incontro, Alessio salì sul treno.En: On the morning of the meeting, Alessio boarded the train.It: Guardava il paesaggio sfrecciare, fatto di campi verdi e cieli limpidi.En: He watched the landscape whiz by, consisting of green fields and clear skies.It: Sentiva crescere l'emozione, mescolata a un pizzico di scetticismo.En: He felt excitement growing, mixed with a touch of skepticism.It: Arrivato a Bologna, Alessio trovò Giulia nel piccolo caffè accogliente vicino alla stazione.En: Upon arriving in Bologna, Alessio found Giulia in the cozy little café near the station.It: Il profumo del caffè e il suono delle chiacchiere italiane riempivano l'aria.En: The scent of coffee and the sound of Italian chatter filled the air.It: Giulia lo accolse con un sorriso e gli mostrò la lettera.En: Giulia greeted him with a smile and showed him the letter.It: Con mani tremanti, la aprirono insieme.En: With trembling hands, they opened it together.It: Il contenuto parlava di un viaggio in cui avrebbero scoperto nuovi mondi, non solo fisici ma anche emotivi.En: The contents spoke of a journey in which they would discover new worlds, not just physical but also emotional.It: Descriveva una vita condivisa, piena di piccole grandi avventure.En: It described a shared life full of small and great adventures.It: Alessio e Giulia si guardarono negli occhi, unendo le loro mani sopra il tavolo di marmo.En: Alessio and Giulia looked into each other's eyes, joining their hands over the marble table.It: Mentre riflettevano sulle parole scritte, capirono che non importava se la lettera provenisse davvero dal futuro.En: As they reflected on the written words, they realized that it didn't matter whether the letter actually came from the future.It: Quello che contava era il promemoria dell'importanza dei sogni e delle possibilità che la vita offre.En: What counted was the reminder of the importance of dreams and the possibilities that life offers.It: Alessio, pur pragmatico, ora comprendeva il potere della speranza e dell'immaginazione.En: Alessio, though pragmatic, now understood the power of hope and imagination.It: Giulia, sorridente, apprezzava l'importanza di ancorare i sogni alla realtà.En: Giulia, smiling, appreciated the importance of grounding dreams in reality.It: La primavera continuava a fiorire intorno a loro mentre lasciavano il caffè, pronti a costruire insieme un futuro che non era più solo un sogno.En: Spring continued to bloom around them as they left the café, ready to build a future together that was no longer just a dream.It: Bologna, con i suoi portici elegantemente antichi, li salutava mentre passeggiavano, mano nella mano, verso un'avventura tutta da scrivere.En: Bologna, with its elegantly ancient arcades, bid them farewell as they strolled, hand in hand, towards an adventure yet to be written.It: La lettera, misteriosa e affascinante, divenne un simbolo del loro rinnovato impegno l'uno verso l'altra.En: The mysterious and fascinating letter became a symbol of their renewed commitment to each other. Vocabulary Words:the stall: la bancarellathe envelope: la bustathe distance: la distanzathe adventure: l'avventurathe skepticism: lo scetticismothe landscape: il paesaggiothe chatter: la chiacchierathe excitement: l'emozionethe marble: il marmothe reminder: il promemoriathe commitment: l'impegnothe wall: la murathe imagination: l'immaginazionethe expression: l'espressionethe skepticism: lo scetticismothe possibility: la possibilitàpragmatic: pragmaticooptimistic: ottimistathe future: il futurofascinating: affascinanteto stroll: passeggiarethe spark: la scintillato describe: descriverethe greeting: il salutothe skepticism: lo scetticismothe spring: la primaveratrek: il viaggiothe letter: la letteracurious: curiosoto remind: ricordare

6. Lorenzo Fiori: Addresses Italy's stance on the Middle East conflict before highlighting Tropea, a scenic coastal destination,. He provides local culinary insights, including recipes for the region's famous red onions and wine pairings,. (35 words) (6)1550 ROME

PRVIEW FOR LATER: Guide Lorenzo Fiorirecommends visiting Tropea, Italy, during the off-season to avoid over-tourism. He suggests a traditional meal with local onions, paired with a sweet Sicilian Marsala dessert wine. (3)1572 MILAN

Breezy Johnson. Maddie Mastro. Deerdra Irwin. Margie Freed. Lucinda Anderson. Maxime Germain. Jaelin Kauf. Jessie Diggins. Julia Kern. Greta Myers. Ben Ogden. Sure, these are all members of the US Olympic Team who competed in the recent games in Cortina, Italy, but did you know that they are also Knitlympians? They belong to an even more elite circle of athletes who are also accomplished knitters--in fact, judging by their Instagram feeds, they are almost as proud of their knitting as they are of their medals and Olympic performances. We love this. From Breezy Johnson designing and knitting a headband the night before each race to Maxime Germain's scratchy sweater with colorwork and crochet along the hem, all have found in knitting the space for cultivating a relaxed, alert focus that enhances their performance on the slopes and the ice. Knitting has long been compared to yoga and meditation, but do you have a beanie or sweater to wear after doing yoga or meditating? You do not. We rest our knitting case. But there are other surprising points of comparison between Olympic sports and knitting: they are both equally important, excellent, time consuming, expensive, and, at times, heartbreaking and frustrating. Snowboarder Maddie Mastro summed it up nicely when she filmed herself knitting in the car on the way to Cortina:"Did not finish the beanie, but DID make it to the Olympics!"Maddie MastroWe like how making it to the Olympics comes second after the status report on the beanie. We know you'll get it done, Maddie.Speaking of getting it done, we are thinking more about the Melt-the-Ice hats we featured in our recent bonus episode and the symbol of the Phrygian hat on the seal of the U.S. Senate. We are thinking some senators need a hat of thanks, and perhaps others need to be reminded of what that red hat on the seal symbolizes. So we invite our listeners to send a hat to your senator, or maybe a red hat broach. We'll put up a template of a letter on our website bootieandbossy.com that you can send along with it. Maybe Jaelin Kauf, Knitlympian and producer of 50 beanies for her supporters, will help. So whip up some of Keeley Richardson's fabulous King Arthur's Everyday Olive Oil cake with a few drops of Fiori di Sicilia, grab your pointed sticks and join us in sending a message to our senators about what that red hat on their seal actually means.

### Segment 6 Headline: Exploring Italy's Hidden Gems: Lecce and Otranto in the Puglia Region Summary: Lorenzo Fiori recommends visiting Lecce and Otranto to avoid over-tourism, highlighting Roman ruins, unique architecture, and the local Primitivo wine and culinary traditions. Guest: Lorenzo Fiori Number: 6 (6)1900 VENICE

Dopo la quasi figuraccia contro la Jagiellonia, la Fiorentina cade ancora in campionato contro l'Udinese, mentre il Bologna, a forza di 1-0 continua il ruolino di marcia positivo dell'ultimo mese. Questa sera, invece, torna la Coppa Italia con l'Inter in gita sul lago di Como. Ne parliamo con Niccolò Ceccarini, direttore Tuttomercatoweb e con Franco Vanni di Repubblica. Prima di ributtarsi nel Mondiale di F1, Charles Leclerc si concede un giorno a Montecarlo per sposarsi... chissà se alla cerimonia era presente anche il nostro Leo Turrini e chissà se avranno suonato Sal Da Vinci con la sua "Per sempre sì". Chiediamolo alla nostra inviata a Sanremo Marta Cagnola, appena rientrata dalla Riviera dei Fiori.

Lorenzo Fiori reports that Italy employs naval patrols to reduce migrant flows while debating "remigration" and promoting smaller historic towns like Arezzo to combat over-tourism in major cities. 6.1908 LOMBARDY

Lorenzo Fiori reports the Milan Winter Olympics are proceeding successfully amidst beautiful snow with rumors of a Donald Trump visit for the hockey finals, while extreme weather has caused dangerous Alpine avalanches and the tragic collapse of the historic Lover's Arch on the Adriatic coast. 6

Rome, ItalyFebruary 17, 1600Rome, the day after Ash Wednesday. A naked man rides a mule through the streets toward the Campo de' Fiori, a leather bridle strapped across his mouth to keep him from shouting heresies to the crowd. Giordano Bruno — philosopher, former Dominican friar, and the man who told the Roman Inquisition that the universe was infinite — is about to be burned alive at the stake for refusing to take it back.Bruno spent sixteen years as a wandering scholar across Europe, dined with kings, debated at Oxford, and proposed ideas about distant suns and alien worlds that wouldn't be proven for four centuries. He also spent seven years in a Roman prison cell, where the Church begged him to recant. He wouldn't.This is the story of the man who chose the fire over the silence.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support.You can pay more if you want to, but rent at the Safe House is still just a buck a week, and you can get access to over 400 ad-free episodes from the dusty vault, Safe House Exclusives, direct access to the Boss, and whatever personal services you require.We invite you to our other PULPULAR MEDIA podcasts:If disaster is more your jam, check out CATASTROPHIC CALAMITIES, telling the stories of famous and forgotten tragedies of the 19th and 20th centuries. What could go wrong? Everything!For brand-new tales in the old clothes from the golden era of popular literature, give your ears a treat with PULP MAGAZINES with two new stories every week.This episode includes AI-generated content.

Lorenzo Fiori reports on the opening ceremony excitement, improved snow conditions in the Alps, and Prime Minister Meloni's strong leadership presence at the Milan Winter Olympics.1914 DOLOMITE ALPS

Lorenzo Fiori reports Milan requires artificial snow for the Olympics, detailing security controversies regarding the USdelegation's protection and recommending local sparkling wines from the Italian region.

SEGMENT 5: ITALY'S WINTER OLYMPICS FACE SNOW CRISIS Guest: Lorenzo Fiori and Jeff Bliss Fiori and Bliss report on Cyclone Harry striking Italy while the eastern Alps suffer inadequate snowfall threatening upcoming Winter Olympics venues. Discussion covers the paradox of extreme weather alongside poor ski conditions, organizers scrambling to prepare bobsled and alpine courses, and climate uncertainties plaguing winter sports planning.1848 FRANKFURT

ITALY STABILIZES PENSION COSTS AND CELEBRATES PASTA TARIFF CUTS Colleague Lorenzo Fiori. Lorenzo Fiori reports that despite high pension costs, Italy's economic reforms under Prime Minister Meloni have stabilized the system by increasing employment. Fiori notes that Italy's deficit and inflation have dropped significantly, and he celebrates the US decision to slash tariffs on Italian pasta imports. NUMBER 61945 VJ DAY

SHOW SCHEDULE1-17-251895 PARISLAS VEGAS TUNNELS AND THE RELOCATION OF THE ATHLETICS Colleague Jeff Bliss. Jeff Bliss reports on the expansion of The Boring Company's tunnels in Las Vegas, which use Tesla cars to alleviate traffic congestion. He also discusses the Athletics baseball team's temporary move to Sacramento and the legal complications regarding their team name as they prepare for a permanent move to Las Vegas in 2028. NUMBER 1BIG SUR REOPENS AND COPPER THEFT PLAGUES CALIFORNIA Colleague Jeff Bliss. Highway 1 in Big Sur has reopened after landslide repairs featuring new concrete canopies to protect the road. Bliss also details how copper thieves have crippled infrastructure in Sacramento and Los Angeles, contributing to broader political dissatisfaction with Governor Gavin Newsom regarding crime and the state's management. NUMBER 2FEDERAL IMMUNITY AND THE ICE SHOOTING IN MINNEAPOLIS Colleague Professor Richard Epstein. Professor Richard Epstein analyzes the legal battle over whether ICE agents have immunity from state prosecution following a fatal shooting in Minneapolis. He explains the complexities of absolute versus qualified immunity, arguing that the agents' aggressive conduct might weaken their defense against state charges in this specific instance. NUMBER 3SUPREME COURT LIKELY TO STRIKE DOWN TRUMP TARIFFS Colleague Professor Richard Epstein. Epstein predicts the Supreme Court will invalidate the Trump administration's emergency tariffs, arguing there is no statutory basis for the trade imbalances cited as justification. He anticipates a fractured decision where a centrist block of justices joins liberals to rule that the executive branch exceeded its authority. NUMBER 4MEXICO'S ALIGNMENT WITH DICTATORS AND INFRASTRUCTURE FAILURES Colleague Mary Anastasia O'Grady. Mary Anastasia O'Grady discusses Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum's ideological support for the Cuban and Venezuelan regimes, including increased oil shipments to Havana. She also details a recent train derailment on Mexico's interoceanic line, attributing the failure to secrecy and no-bid contracts managed by the military. NUMBER 5ITALY STABILIZES PENSION COSTS AND CELEBRATES PASTA TARIFF CUTS Colleague Lorenzo Fiori. Lorenzo Fiori reports that despite high pension costs, Italy's economic reforms under Prime Minister Meloni have stabilized the system by increasing employment. Fiori notes that Italy's deficit and inflation have dropped significantly, and he celebrates the US decision to slash tariffs on Italian pasta imports. NUMBER 6SPACE STATION RETURNS, NUCLEAR MOON PLANS, AND BOEING STRUGGLES Colleague Bob Zimmerman. Bob Zimmerman discusses the early return of an ISS crew due to a medical issue and expresses skepticism about NASA's plan for a lunar nuclear reactor by 2030. He also highlights that the Space Force is shifting launches from ULA to SpaceX due to reliability concerns. NUMBER 7GLOBAL SPACE FAILURES AND CHINA'S REUSABLE CRAFT CLAIMS Colleague Bob Zimmerman. Zimmerman analyzes a failed Indian rocket launch that lost multiple payloads, though a Spanish prototype survived. He also critiques the European Space Agency for delays in debris removal missions and casts doubt on China's claims regarding a "new" reusable spacecraft, suggesting it relies on older suborbital technology. NUMBER 8DATA CENTERS STRAIN THE ELECTRICAL GRID Colleague Henry Sokolski. Henry Sokolski discusses the surging demand for electricity driven by AI data centers and the White House's proposal to auction power access. He argues that tech companies should finance their own off-grid generation, such as nuclear or gas, rather than forcing ratepayers to subsidize new transmission infrastructure. NUMBER 9ELON MUSK AND THE GOLDEN DOME DEFENSE PROPOSAL Colleague Henry Sokolski. Sokolski evaluates Elon Musk's proposal to create a "Golden Dome" missile defense system for the US. While the concept involves space-based sensors, Sokolski notes concerns regarding monopoly power, the reliance on a single contractor for national security, and the undefined costs of ground-based interceptors. NUMBER 10ECONOMIC LIBERTY AND THE LABOR MARKET IN THE AGE OF AI Colleague Kevin Frazier. Kevin Frazier explores how AI is reshaping the economy, noting that liberal arts graduates may be better positioned than STEM majors to handle new information synthesis. He advises legislators to focus on job creation and a fluid labor market rather than trying to protect obsolete professions through regulation. NUMBER 11EDUCATION REFORM AND THE AVOIDANCE OF A FEDERAL AI DEPARTMENT Colleague Kevin Frazier. Frazier argues for updating education, starting with teacher training in elementary schools and vocational partnerships in high schools, to prepare students for an AI future. He advises against creating a federal Department of AI, suggesting society should adapt to it as advanced computing rather than a unique threat. NUMBER 12SOVIET UNION'S SECRET 1972 LUNAR BASE AMBITIONS AND THE N1 ROCKET FAILURE Colleague Anatoli Zak, Publisher of RussianSpaceWeb.com. Anatoli Zak explains that in 1972, the Soviet Union pursued the L3M project to establish a permanent lunar base, refusing to concede the moon race immediately. However, repeated failures of the N1 rocket and the financial strain of competing with the US Space Shuttle eventually forced the program's cancellation. NUMBER 13ISS LAUNCHPAD ACCIDENT AND RUSSIA'S NUCLEAR ROLE IN CHINESE MOON BASE Colleague Anatoli Zak, Publisher of RussianSpaceWeb.com. A launchpad collapse has halted Russian cargo missions to the ISS, endangering the propellant supply required for critical orbit maintenance. Zak also details Russia's attempt to join China's lunar ambitions, with the Kurchatov Institute developing a nuclear reactor to provide electricity for a future Chinese moon base. NUMBER 14PERU NAMED NON-NATO PARTNER AS US COUNTERS CHINESE INFLUENCE Colleague Oscar Sumar, Deputy Vice Chancellor at Universidad Científica del Sur. Oscar Sumar discusses Peru's designation as a US non-NATO partner, a move designed to counter Chinese geopolitical expansion through infrastructure like the Chancay port. Sumar warns that while cultural ties are strong, the Chinese Communist Party poses a threat to Peru's democratic stability and political transparency. NUMBER 15ECONOMIC SLOWDOWN INDICATORS AND SECRECY AT THE WHITE HOUSE Colleague Jim McTague, Former Washington Editor of Barron's. Jim McTague observes unusually light traffic and retail activity in Washington, D.C. and Lancaster, signaling a potential economic slowdown. He notes blocked views of White House construction and predicts a recession driven by rising state taxes and the depletion of pandemic-era stimulus funds for local governments. NUMBER 16

SHOW 12-19-25 THE SHOW BEGINS WITH DOUBTS ABOUTGAVIN NNEWSOM  ON THE AMPAIGN TRAIL FOR 2028... LA 1900 WEST COAST WEATHER AND PORTLAND'S DECLINE Colleague Jeff Bliss, Pacific Watch. Jeff Bliss reports that Nordstrom Rack is leaving downtown Portland, citing high vacancy rates, crime, and homelessness. He also details a massive atmospheric river bringing heavy rain to the West Coast and dangerous Tule fog in California, while analyzing Gavin Newsom's presidential prospects amidst state economic struggles. NUMBER 1 CHINA'S CHIP THEFT AND AI WARFARE RISKS Colleague Brandon Weichert, The National Interest. Weichert discusses China's attempts to upgrade older ASML machines and reverse-engineer chips to bypass sanctions. They also review 2025 lessons, noting that AI in military war games tends to escalate conflicts aggressively toward nuclear options, warning that China may fuse AI with its nuclear command systems. NUMBER 2 ITALY'S ECONOMIC STABILITY AND DEMOGRAPHIC CRISIS Colleague Lorenzo Fiori, Il Giornale. Lorenzo Fiori reports that Italy's economy is stabilizing, with debt under control and bond spreads narrowing close to Germany's levels. While northern Italy remains industrialized, the south suffers from depopulation and climate change. Fiori emphasizes the urgent need for government policies to boost Italy's declining birth rate. NUMBER 3 NUCLEAR PROLIFERATION AND RUSSIAN SANCTIONS Colleague Henry Sokolski, Nonproliferation Policy Education Center. Sokolski criticizes the lifting of sanctions on Russian banks for nuclear projects and highlights the dangers at the Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia plant. He warns against potential deals allowing Saudi Arabia and South Korea to enrich uranium, arguing this brings them dangerously close to bomb-making capabilities. NUMBER 4 LANCASTER COUNTY AND A HOLIDAY SPENDING SLUMP Colleague Jim McTague, Author and Journalist. Reporting from Lancaster County, Jim McTague observes a sluggish Christmas shopping season, with consumers buying practical items like gloves rather than expensive packages. While tourist venues like Sight & Sound Theaterremain busy, he predicts a mild recession in 2026 due to rising local taxes and utility costs. NUMBER 5 THE URGENCY OF SOCIAL SECURITY REFORM Colleague Veronique de Rugy, Mercatus Center. Veronique de Rugy argues Social Security must be reformed before trust funds run dry in the 2030s. She contends the system unfairly redistributes wealth from young workers to increasingly wealthy seniors and advocates for capping benefits or means-testing rather than raising taxes or allowing across-the-board cuts. NUMBER 6 NASA'S NEW LEADERSHIP AND PRIVATE SPACE Colleague Bob Zimmerman, BehindtheBlack.com. Bob Zimmerman discusses Jared Isaacman's confirmation as NASA administrator and an executive order prioritizing commercial space. Zimmerman predicts Isaacman might cancel the crewed Artemis II mission due to safety concerns with the Orion capsule, signaling a shift away from government-run programs like SLS toward private enterprise. NUMBER 7 SPACE BRIEFS: ROCKET LAB AND MARS RIVERS Colleague Bob Zimmerman, BehindtheBlack.com. Zimmerman highlights Rocket Lab's record launches and Max Space's new inflatable station module. He notes a European satellite report on sea levels omitted "global warming" references. Additionally, he describes Martian drainage features that resemble rivers and cites a study claiming AI algorithms are exposing children to harmful content. NUMBER 8 THE FALL OF THE REPUBLIC: SULLA TO CAESAR Colleague Professor Edward J. Watts, University of California at San Diego. Watts traces the Republic's fall, starting with the rivalry between Marius and Sulla. Sulla'sbrutal proscriptions and dictatorship traumatized a young Julius Caesar. Watts explains that Caesar eventually concluded the Republic's structures were broken, leading him to seize power to enforce rights, which his assassins misinterpreted as kingship. NUMBER 9 NERO, AGRIPPINA, AND THE MATRICIDE Colleague Professor Edward J. Watts, University of California at San Diego. Professor Watts details the pathology of the Roman emperorship, focusing on Agrippina's maneuvering to install her son Nero. Watts describes Nero's eventual assassination of his mother using a collapsible ship and his pivot to seeking popularity through rigged Olympic victories in Greece before losing control of Rome. NUMBER 10 THE YEAR OF FOUR EMPERORS AND FLAVIAN RULE Colleague Professor Edward J. Watts, University of California at San Diego. Watts analyzes the chaos following Nero's death, where Vespasian seized power after a brutal civil war that burned Capitoline Hill. The segment covers the Flavian dynasty, Titus's destruction of Jerusalem, and Domitian's vilification, concluding with Nerva's coup and the adoption of Trajan to stabilize the succession. NUMBER 11 THE BARRACKS EMPERORS AND THE ANTONINE PLAGUE Colleague Professor Edward J. Watts, University of California at San Diego. The discussion turns to the "barracks emperors," highlighting Trajan's expansion into Dacia and Hadrian's infrastructure focus. Watts describes Marcus Aurelius's Stoic governance during constant warfare and a devastating smallpox pandemic, which forced Rome to settle German immigrants to repopulate the empire. NUMBER 12 SUPREME COURT CHALLENGES TO TARIFF POWERS Colleague Professor Richard Epstein, Hoover Institution. Professor Epstein analyzes potential Supreme Court rulings on the President's use of emergency powers for broad tariffs. He predicts the Court may find the interpretation unconstitutional, creating a logistical nightmare regarding the refund of billions in collected revenues and addressing the complexity of overturning Article I court precedents. NUMBER 13 EXECUTIVE POWER AND INDEPENDENT AGENCIES Colleague Professor Richard Epstein, Hoover Institution. Epstein discusses a Supreme Court case regarding the President's power to fire members of independent boards like the FTC. He fears Chief Justice Roberts will side with executive power, a move Epstein views as an "unmitigated disaster" that undermines the necessary independence of agencies like the Federal Reserve. NUMBER 14 ECONOMIC SLOWDOWN AND CONSUMER SPENDING Colleague Gene Marks, The Guardian. Gene Marksreports on a US economic slowdown, citing contracting architectural billings and falling hotel occupancy. He notes that while the wealthy continue spending, the middle class is cutting back on dining out. Marks attributes inflation to government money circulation and discusses proposals for mandated retirement contributions. NUMBER 15 AI ADOPTION IN BUSINESS AND CONSTRUCTION Colleague Gene Marks, The Guardian. Marks argues that AI is enhancing productivity rather than replacing humans, despite accuracy issues. He highlights AI adoption in construction, including drones and augmented reality for safety. Marks notes that small businesses are eager for these technologies to improve efficiency, while displaced tech workers find roles in smaller firms. NUMBER 16

La Scala's Season Opening and Milan's Christmas Atmosphere: Colleague Lorenzo Fiori describes attending the season opening at La Scala, featuring a dramatic Russian opera that audiences connected to current geopolitical tensions, also noting the festive Christmas atmosphere in Milan and Prime Minister Meloni's continued, albeit non-military, support for Ukraine. 1957

Milan Prepares for Christmas and the Olympics: Colleague Lorenzo Fiori reports that Milan celebrates St. Ambrose Day with traditional markets and lights, marking the start of the holiday season, as the city prepares to host the Winter Olympics in February 2026, with cultural events including the La Scala premiere of Lady Macbeth of Mtsensk and the enjoyment of Panettone. 1910 MILAN

PREVIEW: Celebrating Christmas in Milan with Panettone: Colleague Lorenzo Fiori describes Milan's Christmas traditions, highlighting Panettone as the "King of Christmas," a dome-shaped cake filled with raisins and candied orange typically served with mascarpone or chocolate cream, recommending pairing the dessert with sweet Muscat wine or Italian sparkling wine for a complete holiday experience.