Podcasts about First Friday

On this First Friday edition of the program, ESPN NFL Draft and college football analyst Jordan Reid joins the guys (50:00) to break down quarterback prospects in the 2027 NFL Draft. The Baltimore Sun's Brian Wacker also joins the show (19:18) to recap his one-on-one sit down with Browns HC Todd Monken and Monken's journey to Cleveland. Plus, hear from Browns CB coach/PGC Brandon Lynch (1:21:11) and play higher or lower with 2026 NFL QB Power Rankings (1:11:11).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What does it really take to build a local business in downtown Colorado Springs right now?In this roundtable episode of the Colorado Business Podcast, Clay Ross of Yobel and The Look Up Gallery joins David “Nova” Nowakowski of The Brit Pub and NovaMeets for a real conversation about resilience, risk, community, and the changing landscape of downtown business.Clay shares the story of rebuilding after the fire, searching through 23 possible spaces, and creating a home for artists, ethical fashion, drinks, galleries, and First Friday community.Nova opens up about leaving morning television, stepping into hospitality, helping build The Brit Pub, bringing football culture to downtown Colorado Springs, and learning just how hard the restaurant and pub business really is.This episode goes deeper than business updates. It is a conversation about what downtown needs, why local businesses need support, how community spaces are built, and why the future of Colorado Springs depends on people actually showing up.If you care about Colorado Springs, downtown business, local art, hospitality, entrepreneurship, or the future of the city, this episode is worth watching.Chapters:00:00 Welcome to the Roundtable02:00 Clay Ross on Rebuilding Yobel and The Look Up Gallery06:22 Resilience After the Fire09:56 Working with Your Spouse in Business11:07 First Fridays and Building an Art Community13:07 David “Nova” Nowakowski and The Brit Pub Story21:26 The Reality of the Hospitality Industry27:45 What a Weekend at The Brit Pub Looks Like30:33 Football, Regulars, and Building Community38:05 First Friday at The Look Up Gallery47:37 What Downtown Colorado Springs Needs Next58:52 Why People Need to Show Up Locally01:11:25 Supporting Independent Businesses Downtown01:19:11 Nova's New TV Show Inside The PubFeatured Guests:Clay RossYobelThe Look Up GalleryDavid “Nova” NowakowskiThe Brit PubNovaMeets

On this First Friday edition of the program, play-by-play voice of the Cincinnati Bengals Dan Hoard joins the guys (51:02) to break down the Bengals' offseason and how the Browns roster matches up with the rest of the division. You'll also play Higher or Lower with quarterback legacies (31:47), hear from Browns S Coach/pass game coordinator Ephraim Banda (1:18:47), and get your US Open preview (1:12:55)!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us Fan MailA heart crowned with thorns, wounded, and still on fire with love is not just a striking Catholic image. For us, the Sacred Heart of Jesus is a doorway into the mercy of Christ, a reminder that his love is personal, costly, and still open to anyone who feels weary, distant, or ready to begin again.We trace the devotion from its biblical foundation in John 19:34, where blood and water flow from Christ's pierced side, to the way the early Church Fathers connected that moment to the sacraments of the Eucharist and baptism. From there, we follow the historical thread through St Margaret Mary Alacoque's Sacred Heart revelations, the call to reparation and Eucharistic adoration, and the First Friday devotion that has shaped generations of Catholic spirituality. We also highlight St John Eudes and how he helped bring this devotion into the Church's public worship and preaching.Then we slow down and make it practical: we explain the Twelve Promises of the Sacred Heart, what they mean, and why they are best received as an invitation to trust rather than a checklist. We also unpack the symbolism in the classic image, from the flames to the wound to the cross, so you can pray with it more intentionally at home, in your parish, or during adoration. If you're looking for deeper Catholic devotion, consecration, and a clearer path back to hope, press play, then subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a review with your biggest takeaway.Open by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings you Super Saints PodcastsChat with US 24/7 Ask us anything https://chatting.page/mjxs9aerrtgm3lmpndlcepmbyosntrjnDownload Journeys of Faith App for Iphone or Android FREE https://journeysoffaith.com/pages/download-our-appPlease consider subscribing to this podcast or making a donation to Journeys of Faith Help us Grow!Journeys of Faith is blessed to provide Catholic media, including podcasts and inspirational content, free of charge across multiple media platforms for viewers and listeners around the world. While access to this content remains free, there are significant and continually increasing costs associated with producing, hosting, and distributing these programs. Your support helps us continue sharing the beauty of the Catholic faith with souls everywhere. We want to reach more souls and you can help us do that by becoming a Mission Angel. Make a Donation Any AmountRefer a FriendYou can help us ...

On a big football "First Friday" of the show Browns QB Deshaun Watson sits down with Nathan Zegura for a Cleveland Browns Daily exclusive interview (1:10:31). You'll also hear from Watson (42:35) and QB Shedeur Sanders (18:46) at the podium and Play by Play Voice Andrew Siciliano joins the guys to give us his thoughts on day two of minicamp (1:15:16).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bishop Gruss explains devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus and connects the upcoming consecration of the U.S. and the Diocese of Saginaw to the Sacred Heart with the nation's need for healing. Bishop Gruss emphasizes how Christ's love is the antidote for wounds, division and anxiety.

Katelin Hiller – “I make drawings that regard the environment as a living shrine. They are made from mixed materials applied in many layers onto boards from white spruce trees that grew near where I live. The trees had a life before I made drawings on them, they contributed to the atmosphere and everything here. I view, touch, inhale, and ingest the boreal forest so it can express itself through my eyes and hands. I do this so you can be present among it too, imagining its current condition and future characteristics. In this body of work, I point mainly at green-hued life and a single wooded setting, but a closer look unveils variances: red, blue, yellow, overlapped vantage points, and hybridized horizons.”   Learn More. 

Leslie M. Robertson – “My altered books are rooted in mixed media and experimentation, shaped by my ongoing relationship with nature and the materials themselves. I collect found objects from the environment, recycling bins, and pieces of my own past art work. Each piece carries traces of time, memory, and transformation. The process is immersive and slow. The materials guide my decisions on what to do next and the books develop gradually through collecting, layering, and reworking. I work with elements like tree bark, leaves, encaustic wax, fabric, and stitching, building surfaces through layers of pigment, texture, and found materials. These tactile qualities invite a closer look and engagement. I hope the work encourages viewers to slow down, notice the details, and find their own sense of connection—to the materials, to place, and to their own experience of being present.”   Learn More.

Debra Lowney – “I am a self taught wood sculptor who strives to create innovative art that inspires, intrigues, and challenges the viewer. I'm drawn to landscapes with a focus on drawing attention to the environmental changes taking place and hopefully tempt the viewer to contemplate this change. Wood, and its vulnerability in landscapes are a bit of a metaphor for environmental change. The majority of the wood in these pieces have been harvested from fallen trees, then transformed into an image, in essence given an opportunity to continue on by highlighting changes occurring in our environments.”   Learn More. 

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#721: The US economy showed robust job growth in May, adding 172,000 new jobs, exceeding expectations. This suggests a broadening of economic recovery beyond essential services. Treasury yields have climbed significantly, reflecting investor concerns about inflation. Inflation remains a significant concern, driven largely by surging energy costs. And there's good news emerging in prescription drug prices. We're going to discuss all of this and more in the June 2026 First Friday episode. Timestamps: Note: Timestamps will vary on individual listening devices based on dynamic advertising segments. The provided timestamps are approximate and may be several minutes off due to changing ad lengths. (0:00) May jobs surge (04:31) Fed rate hike outlook (06:08) Bond yields and stocks (11:57) Home prices keep falling (16:15) Austin housing correction (17:18) Inflation and energy costs (21:21) Gas prices hit budgets (23:05) Consumer sentiment weakens (28:11) JPMorgan market outlook (29:14) Mag Seven loses dominance (33:04) Prescription drug prices drop (39:24) SpaceX IPO plans and demand Resources: JP Morgan article: https://am.jpmorgan.com/us/en/asset-management/adv/insights/market-insights/guide-to-the-markets Free download: Asset Location Made Simple https://affordanything.com/assetlocation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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You own a Bible. You have probably started reading it more than once. And somewhere along the way, you wondered whether you were doing it right. On this Free-Text First Friday, we walk through the basic rules that help Christians read Scripture faithfully: why context matters, how Law and Gospel shape everything, why the whole book points to Christ, and how these tools belong to every Christian in the pew, not just the pastor in the study.  The Rev. Robert Smith, pastor emeritus in Ft. Wayne, IN, joins the Rev. Dr. Phil Booe to discuss hermeneutics and reading the Bible. Thy Strong Word, hosted by Rev. Dr. Phil Booe, pastor of St. John Lutheran Church of Luverne, MN, reveals the light of our salvation in Christ through study of God's Word, breaking our darkness with His redeeming light. Each weekday, two pastors fix our eyes on Jesus by considering Holy Scripture, verse by verse, in order to be strengthened in the Word and be equipped to faithfully serve in our daily vocations. Submit comments or questions to: thystrongword@kfuo.org.

Your next dollar is not hiding in a new ad campaign. It is hiding inside the business you already built. In this episode, Jimmy Nicholas and Dr. Dustin Burleson pick up where Episode 65 left off. Once you have decided what stays in your business based on principle, the next question is how to make what stays more efficient. The answer: 15 to 30 percent of additional revenue is usually already there, with no new customer required. They walk through five profit levers you can pull this month. LEVER 1 — Database Reactivation Rekindling a relationship costs a fraction of buying a new one. A short, personal "are you still interested" message can restart conversations that ad spend cannot touch. Dustin shares why customers reactivate as far out as 24 months, a pattern visible in public filings from a large direct-to-consumer brand, and why "they are not coming back" is almost always an excuse. The deeper point: reactivated buyers often want to buy differently, so listen to what they are actually asking for. LEVER 2 — Missed Calls and Speed to Lead Almost no one leaves a voicemail anymore, so a missed call is usually a lost sale. The hosts cover AI receptionists, instant text-back, and after-hours coverage, with client examples discussed in the episode including a multi-location group that recovered tens of thousands in a single month from previously ignored missed calls. The principle stays simple: answer the phone, and answer it like a human whenever you can. LEVER 3 — No-Shows and Schedule Gaps You often do not have a lead problem. You have a scheduling problem. Dustin explains how opening hours competitors do not offer, and staggering the team, turned slow days into the busiest ones. Jimmy contrasts that with a real customer experience of a gate coming down at lunch, and how availability alone can win the business. LEVER 4 — Pricing and Case Acceptance Competing on price alone is fragile. Offering good, better, and best tiers reveals price elasticity you did not know you had. The hosts also cover how AI can audit billing and coding to surface revenue that was being left on the table. LEVER 5 — Referral Systems People do not refer good-enough service. Give them an experience worth talking about, and know exactly who your referral sources are. The episode covers why most referrals go untracked, and what changes the moment you start tracking them. The throughline: AI now does in minutes what used to take data scientists and months. The operators who win ask a better question of the customers they already have. Pick one lever. Whichever one makes you lose a little sleep is probably the one to start with. RESOURCES Get the tools referenced in this episode at MomentumInsiders.com: the Hidden Profit Finder and the 5-Word Text Template. Complimentary. Log in and they are waiting for you. COMING NEXT EP 67: Your Team Is the Bottleneck. Why headcount is not the same as capacity, and the one number that tells you which one you actually have. First Friday of next month. ABOUT THE SHOW The Wealthy Momentum Podcast is a monthly first-Friday show where Jimmy Nicholas and Dr. Dustin Burleson go deep on one topic per episode for practice owners and service business operators, with tactical patterns you can implement before the next episode drops. New episodes the first Friday of every month.   To your momentum, Jimmy and Dustin. Get additional resources, scorecards, and working frameworks at WealthyMomentumPodcast.comSubscribe on YouTube: YouTube.com/@WealthyEntrepreneurHQLearn more: WealthyEntrepreneur.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome back to Another Week in the Books! Rich is out of town this week at a film festival but Dave is back with Spike Lou for his First Friday appearance! We appreciate you tuning in, remember to subscribe, comment, like and share. Let's get better this week! Contact Us: 470-318-5034 E-mail: awitb2022@gmail.com Instagram: @anotherweekinthebooks @iamspikelou @krich513See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's Time for another episode of Starlight Thursdays! Sorry this one's a little late tonight, but boy howdy is it gonna be worth it! Tonight we have the pleasure of featuring once again, Missoula Legend and Badlander Resident, DJ SUKA! This Mix was recorded live at Blimp Fest 2026; a Rail Jam/Music Festival held every spring in Lolo Hotsprings, Montana. SUKA expertly blends deep cuts and high energy with her own creations. Some artists included in the mix are: Mau P, Deeper Purpose, Volkoder, and OMRI. A few words from the Artist: "I opened the set with my original called 'No Lies', and the energy for the set and inspiration incorporated moments from my building man set in Utah." - SUKA For More SUKA: Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/rayannah-wargaski Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_suka_mt/ You can catch her playing at the Badlander every First Friday of the month in Missoula, and keep an eye out for more of her appearances this June!

It's the FIRST Friday of June so let's put the needle down, turn it up and get our Music On!!! Have an AWESOME Friday and an even better weekend!! Later Gators!! KEEP THE MUSIC ALIVE!!!   *Visit our webpage where you can catch up on Current / Past Episodes: www.theoldmanspodcast.com     *Contact us at: theoldmanspodcast@gmail.com     Checkout and Follow the Writings of Shonda Sinclair here: Roaming the Road (of Life):https://www.shondasinclair.com/   *TOMPodcast Music Shows: https://www.mixcloud.com/TOMPodcast/   *Catch The Old Man's Co-Hosting gig on "The Savaged Unfiltered Show with Michael Gardner": https://open.spotify.com/show/0MnP9HAD9wNnpCjRJG0tyC?si=343f60b106784463 

KGMI's Adam Smith and Dianna Hawryluk chat about First Friday events in Bellingham, the Scottish Gathering in Blaine, Bleak Week at the Pickford Film Center, and Heels to the Hardwood performing at the Shakedown.

Today, Thursday, June 4 on Urban Forum Northwest:*Kent City Councilman John Boyd comments on his efforts to extend Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Highway to his city. He invites you to the Saturday June 6, 2:00 pm forum on Housing and Homelessness will be held at Kent Lutheran Church. He will be joined by Senator Tina Orwall, Representatives Edwin Obras, and Debra Entenman. Pastor Tormod Svensson is hosting the event.*Reverend Dr. Robert L. Jeffrey, Sr. Pastor, New Hope Missionary Baptist Church is celebrating forty years of pastoral leadership this weekend. He was the Founder of the Black Dollar Task Force, was a force in Seattle's Anti Apartheid movement and is in the process of developing 93 units of affordable housing units.*Josalyn Ford, Chief Advancement Officer, Urban League of Metropolitan of Seattle talks about the service and advocacy that are provided by the organization. She invites you to the Saturday, June 6 Black Tie fundraiser that will feature Super Star Shaka Khan.*Hayward Evans, Co Convener, Martin Luther King Jr. Commemoration Committee comments on the Day of Remembrance for the Charleston 9 that will be held on June 17, the eleventh anniversary of the murder of the nine African American Worshipers by a white supremacist and neo-Nazi Dylann Roof at Mother Emanuel AME Church. The event will be held at Seattle's First AME Church. Bishop Francine A. Brookins, Esq. is the Keynote Speaker.*Dion Cook, Co Founder & CEO DENKYEM, his organization creates the conditions for business success, providing affordable capital, personalized business support, and meaningful networking opportunities. They are not only financing entrepreneurs, but also creating an ecosystem where they can thrive.*Randolph Cross, Royal Esquire Club comments on the activities that will be held in the month of June at the club beginning with the very popular First Friday on June 5. In addition to Birthday Celebrations, the Juneteenth Celebration, Rose' En Black Taste Experience will be held on Saturday, June 20. TessThomas will deliver Rhythm & Blues live on stage on June 27 at 9:00 pm.Urban Forum Northwest streams live at www.1150kknw.com. Visit us at www.urbanforumnw.com for archived programs and relevant information. Like us n facebook. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today, Thursday, June 4 on Urban Forum Northwest: *Kent City Councilman John Boyd comments on his efforts to extend Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Highway to his city. He invites you to the Saturday June 6, 2:00 pm forum on Housing and Homelessness will be held at Kent Lutheran Church. He will be joined by Senator Tina Orwall, Representatives Edwin Obras, and Debra Entenman. Pastor Tormod Svensson is hosting the event. *Reverend Dr. Robert L. Jeffrey, Sr. Pastor, New Hope Missionary Baptist Church is celebrating forty years of pastoral leadership this weekend. He was the Founder of the Black Dollar Task Force, was a force in Seattle's Anti Apartheid movement and is in the process of developing 93 units of affordable housing units. *Josalyn Ford, Chief Advancement Officer, Urban League of Metropolitan of Seattle talks about the service and advocacy that are provided by the organization. She invites you to the Saturday, June 6 Black Tie fundraiser that will feature Super Star Shaka Khan. *Hayward Evans, Co Convener, Martin Luther King Jr. Commemoration Committee comments on the Day of Remembrance for the Charleston 9 that will be held on June 17, the eleventh anniversary of the murder of the nine African American Worshipers by a white supremacist and neo-Nazi Dylann Roof at Mother Emanuel AME Church. The event will be held at Seattle's First AME Church. Bishop Francine A. Brookins, Esq. is the Keynote Speaker. *Dion Cook, Co Founder & CEO DENKYEM, his organization creates the conditions for business success, providing affordable capital, personalized business support, and meaningful networking opportunities. They are not only financing entrepreneurs, but also creating an ecosystem where they can thrive. *Randolph Cross, Royal Esquire Club comments on the activities that will be held in the month of June at the club beginning with the very popular First Friday on June 5. In addition to Birthday Celebrations, the Juneteenth Celebration, Rose' En Black Taste Experience will be held on Saturday, June 20. TessThomas will deliver Rhythm & Blues live on stage on June 27 at 9:00 pm. Urban Forum Northwest streams live at www.1150kknw.com. Visit us at www.urbanforumnw.com for archived programs and relevant information. Like us n facebook.

A number of Stark County high schools are still competing, plus festivals and concerts. Including, First Friday this week too. Get out and do something!

OTA #8 and new DL Jared Verse's first day as a Brown are in the books and Beau and Z are breaking down everything on a "First Friday" edition of the show. Hear from Verse (start of the show), HC Todd Monken (1:16:18) and get a complete recap of practice from "Docta Z" (16:02). All that plus the voice of the Rams J.B. Long joins the guys to react to the trade from the Rams point of view (49:57).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Just Ryan and Tom today, bringing you some awesome restaurant shoutouts from Ryan's night at the Drink Red Wear Red event. Also, we're gearing up for a huge First Friday this week, with pride kicking off and two days worth of chalk art that you've gotta see!   As always, we're also going over the best news and events on our radar this week as well.   We're looking for an Intern! Reach out to tell us how you can help!   Check out our new Community Events Page: https://realgooddenver.com/events   Follow RGD: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8u8GmvBi6th6LOOMCuwJKw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real_good_denver/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realgooddenver   Do you have a Denver event, cause, opening, or recommendation that you want to share with us? We want to hear from you! Tell us what's good at tom@kitcaster.com. We're opening up early access to a custom Denver job alert program through our newsletter thanks to https://www.jobstreamai.com/. Sign up at realgooddenver.com to be the first to know when it's ready!! Check out our new Community Events Page: https://realgooddenver.com/events   Events Red Rocks Schedule Denver Chalk Art Festival Denver Pride Kickoff @ Levitt Pavillion   Shoutouts Best of Denver Series Sol Mexican Cocina Bistro Mariposa Leven Boombat Pasta Shop Carne RiNo STK Salt Water Social Kona Grill Welton Street Cafe British Bulldog Celtic on Market ​​Music produced by Troy Higgins Goodboytroy.com

During the First Friday gathering in Saginaw on May 1, Bishop Gruss quoted Pope Francis and reminded listeners that every baptized person is called to be a missionary disciple.“A missionary disciple is someone who knows Jesus personally, loves Him deeply, follows Him faithfully, and shares Him boldly,” he said in his talk. (View the video below or watch it HERE.)He stressed that evangelization is not about having all the answers, but about sharing one's encounter with Christ.“A witness is someone who says, ‘I have met the Lord and He has changed my life,'” Bishop Gruss said.Bishop Gruss reflected on the Sacrament of Confirmation and missionary discipleship, and encouraged Catholics to rediscover the power of the Holy Spirit already at work within them through the Sacraments. He emphasized that Confirmation is inseparable from missionary discipleship. “The Spirit was poured upon the Church for one reason,” he said. “To evangelize.”“Wake Up the Sleeping Giant”Bishop Gruss encouraged Catholics to develop a personal relationship with the Holy Spirit and rely less on self-sufficiency. “The Holy Spirit is already in you,” he said. “But perhaps He's dormant. Wake up the sleeping giant in your life. You have everything you need to live as a disciple of Jesus in the world today.”First Friday attendees were encouraged to pray simple prayers each day asking the Holy Spirit to become more active in their lives.He also encouraged young people preparing for Confirmation to approach the Sacrament with openness and courage. The Sacrament of Confirmation is meant to be a life-changing moment in one's life and call to discipleship, as it was for the disciples of the early church."“Don't be afraid to live an extraordinary life in Christ,” he said. “Christ is calling all of us to be saints.”Speaking during the Diocese's confirmation season, Bishop Gruss reflected on visiting parishes across the Diocese to celebrate Confirmation with young people. “Confirmation is not an ending. It doesn't complete anything. It's a beginning,” Bishop Gruss said.He explained that Catholics often reduce the Sacraments to events they attend rather than encounters with Jesus Christ himself. “When we look at the Sacramental life merely as events, then we have diminished them by 99.9%,” he said.Instead of saying, “I'm going to Mass,” Bishop Gruss suggested Catholics think differently: “I'm going for an encounter with the risen Lord Jesus.”Jesus Is the One Who ConfirmsBishop Gruss reminded attendees that Jesus himself is the minister of every Sacrament. “Jesus baptized you. He confirmed you. He gave himself to you in Holy Communion,” he said. “In the Sacrament of Confirmation, he uses my thumb.”Reflecting on his own Confirmation and Baptism dates, Bishop Gruss encouraged Catholics to learn and celebrate those dates as important milestones in their lives of faith. “These are two of the most important dates,” he said, “more important than your birthday.”He urged Catholics to contact the parish where they were baptized to obtain their Sacramental records and reflect more intentionally on those moments of grace.Confirmation and the Holy SpiritDrawing from the Acts of the Apostles, Bishop Gruss compared Confirmation to the transformation experienced by the apostles at Pentecost. Before receiving the Holy Spirit, the apostles hid in fear. Afterward, they boldly proclaimed the Gospel.“Peter went from fear and denial of Jesus to being a strong, faithful witness of the Gospel,” Bishop Gruss said. “Everything changed.”"That same Holy Spirit is given to the disciples is given to each person in the Sacrament of Confirmation, not diminished in any way. This is why it should be a profound life-changing experience."Bishop Gruss encouraged Catholics to ask the Lord to “bring alive the grace” of Confirmation again in their lives.“The Spirit is never dead,” he said. “Ask the Holy Spirit to ignite your faith.”

Beau and Nathan break down all of OTA practice #5 on a huge "First Friday" football edition of the show! LB Carson Schwesinger joins the show to break down the offseason (52:46) and the guys hear from DC Mike Rutenberg and Special Teams Coordinator Byron Storer (1:21:38).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this Friends of Old Town edition of The Valley Today, host Janet Michael and Brady Cloven are joined at Hideaway Café by Stephanie Novak — owner of Ritual Spa at the George Washington Hotel and Coven Salon on Millwood Avenue — for a wide-ranging chat about pampering, pirates, and a packed June in Old Town Winchester. Steph shares what's behind Ritual Spa's nearly-two-year run inside the historic GW (lymphatic drainage, customized facials, hot tub access, and 24/7 online gift certificates) and how its sister salon Coven brings the "wilder and edgy" side. Then Brady runs through everything coming up downtown — the newly (almost) completed childhood literacy mural by the splash pad, First Friday's return, Hop Blossom, KidzFest, Juneteenth, and the laser-light VA 250 Downtown Jubilee. Plus an honest update on why the splash pad is sidelined for the summer and what Friends of Old Town is doing about it. WHO'S ON THIS EPISODE Brady Cloven — Executive Director, Friends of Old Town Winchester Steph Novak — Owner, Ritual Spa (at the George Washington Hotel) and Coven Salon (on Millwood Avenue) IN THIS EPISODE Hideaway Café check-in + the new castle exhibit at the Shenandoah Valley Discovery Museum Meet Steph — how Ritual Spa came to live inside the historic GW Hotel What's on offer — massage, facials, and access to the hotel pool and hot tub Why a great facial can be just as relaxing as a massage Specialty massage — lymphatic drainage, zero balancing, and post-surgical healing For people who don't love being touched — how a good service provider makes it work 24/7 online gift certificates (and why you can't buy one at the front desk) Coven Salon — hair, lashes, permanent cosmetics, massage, facials, and a whole lot of social media chaos Hours and websites for both locations The new childhood literacy mural by the splash pad — a year in the making New public art guidelines for Old Town — the lasting win behind the mural Meet artist Annalise Buono, plus local collaborators Jill Savry and Alyssa Ruby The next mural at Taylor Pavilion — "past, present, performance" — open call Why the splash pad is closed this summer (and what's being planned in its place) First Friday returns June 5th — band, Artist Alley, vendor fair, Sip and Stroll Hop Blossom on June 6th + the Newberry building after-party KidzFest June 13th — dunk tank, free ice cream, free kids meals, and 30 vendors Juneteenth weekend with Hood Love VA 250 Downtown Jubilee — an all-day July 4th event with three laser-light shows Main Street Masterpieces — local artists in vacant storefronts Memorial Day weekend drone show at Jim Barnett Park (250 drones) New downtown openings — Revival Vintage, Winchester Tavern, Please Boutique, Mood and Moss OLD TOWN WINCHESTER — JUNE AT A GLANCE First Friday — Friday, June 5 • 5 PM onward • Raised on Analog 6:30–8 PM • Artist Alley curated by Tin Top Art • Moon Phase vendor fair Sip and Stroll Hop Blossom (13th annual) — Saturday, June 6 • Newberry building hosts the after-party with live music and merch Kids Fest — Saturday, June 13 • 30 vendors • dunk tank • face painting • street performers • free ice cream from Uncle Beehive's (first 200 kids) • free kids meals from Snow White Grill (first 200) Juneteenth weekend — Saturday, June 20 • event hosted by Hood Love (details on social) Memorial Day weekend — Jim Barnett Park drone show (250 drones) — follow Winchester City Parks on Facebook for weather updates VA 250 Downtown Jubilee — July 4 • all-day event • three 20-minute laser-light shows LINKS & RESOURCES Ritual Spa: theritualspawinchester.com Coven Salon: thecovensalon.com Friends of Old Town: friendsofoldtown.org Friends of Old Town on Facebook: "Friends of Old Town" Friends of Old Town on Instagram: @friendsofoldtownwinc Taylor Pavilion mural — open call for submissions (details on friendsofoldtown.org) Shenandoah Valley Discovery Museum — castle exhibit running all summer Winchester City Parks on Facebook — drone show updates THE VALLEY TODAY with Janet Michael — A decade of conversations. New podcast episodes drop weekdays at 11 AM. Catch the show on The River 95.3 and Fox Sports 1450 AM weekdays just after noon. Subscribe and listen at thevalleytodaypodcast.com — available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts. If you enjoy the show, please take a moment to leave a rating or review — it helps more listeners find us. Connect with us: Facebook — facebook.com/ValleyTodayFanPage Instagram — instagram.com/thevalleytoday

On this First Friday miracle edition of the program, Z sits down with Browns OC Travis Switzer for an exclusive interview (54:04) following Wednesday's OTA practice. You'll also hear from Browns HC Todd Monken (39:59) and LB Quincy Williams (1:23:29) following practice. Plus, go Around the AFC North (1:02:14)!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This isn't your kid's old YDC. On this episode of The Valley Today, host Janet Michael sits down with Sarah Fishel, Executive Director of the YDC, to talk about how the organization is rethinking what a youth center can be — and how a year in their new building at 302 South Loudoun has opened up the possibilities. The conversation digs into Summerfest, the YDC's 10-week summer program kicking off June 1st with flexible scheduling, guest speakers, literacy and art alongside the physical activity, and scholarships so no kid gets left out. Plus: why their e-sports program is teaching leadership in unexpected ways, how community donations (and Target dollar-section finds) keep the doors open, and a preview of the All-American Pig & Pour bourbon fundraiser coming in July. WHO'S ON THIS EPISODE Sarah Fishel — Executive Director, the YDC IN THIS EPISODE (00:00) A year in the new building at 302 South Loudoun — and gearing up for Summerfest (00:30) What Summerfest is — 10 weeks of activities, literacy, art, and guest speakers (01:00) Flexible scheduling — full summer, weekly, or single-day options (02:00) Ages 6–12 (with flexibility) and why staff diversity matters (03:30) Different rooms for different activities and age-appropriate programming (04:00) Guest speakers including Shenandoah University e-sports and women's basketball (05:00) Why e-sports is teaching leadership to kids who don't want to play basketball (06:00) Logistics — 7:30 AM drop-off, snacks/lunch from home, sunscreen recommended (07:00) The massive parking lot, outdoor space, and scholarship deadline (08:00) Donor relationships and the role of community giving (09:30) Saturday art class moving to Wednesdays during Summer Fest (10:30) First Friday drop-off program for parents on the way (11:00) Two art rooms, two reading rooms, classroom, game room, gyms, new sensory room (13:30) The Apple Blossom float and community-driven ideas (14:30) Volunteer opportunities — and why "advocate" is the most overlooked one (15:30) The All-American Pig & Pour bourbon fundraiser coming in July (16:30) Donation needs — books, board games, art supplies, school supplies (18:00) Where to find everything online EVENT DETAILS Summerfest June 1 – August 2026 (10 weeks) The YDC, 302 South Loudoun Street, Winchester Ages 6–12 (with flexibility) • Drop-off from 7:30 AM Full-summer, weekly, or single-day rates available Limited to 40 kids per week • Scholarships available (deadline May 22, 2026)  Bring: lunch, snacks, sunscreen, change of clothes recommended Register: myydc.org All-American Pig & Pour (signature fundraiser) July 2026 • At the YDC Roasted pig, live band, bourbon — Heaven Hill sponsors Sponsorship opportunities available LINKS & RESOURCES The YDC website (registration, donations, newsletter, Amazon wishlist): myydc.org The YDC on Facebook The YDC on Instagram Donation needs: books, board games, art supplies, school supplies Volunteer signups available through the Point app — info on the website THE VALLEY TODAY with Janet Michael — A decade of conversations. New podcast episodes drop weekdays at 11 AM. Catch the show on The River 95.3 and Fox Sports 1450 AM weekdays just after noon. Subscribe and listen at thevalleytodaypodcast.com — available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts. If you enjoy the show, please take a moment to leave a rating or review — it helps more listeners find us. Connect with us: Facebook — facebook.com/ValleyTodayFanPage Instagram — instagram.com/thevalleytoday

Coming up on a "First Friday" edition of the program with Beau Bishop and Nathan Zegura: * Breaking down the NFL's 2026 International games (beginning of the show) * A visit from the U.S. Navy (30:08) * College Football Nate (46:51) * NFL Head Coach rankings and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this “First Friday” rookie minicamp eve edition of the program, NFL on CBS analyst Ross Tucker joins the guys (1:09:22) to give his take on the Browns' draft class and offseason. You'll also get profiles on some of the undrafted free agents the Browns will reportedly be bringing in (40:09). You'll also go Around the Sports world (1:21:42) and have a debate on some of the best wideouts of all time (56:27).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Think about the trash you took out this week. If someone dug through a year of your discards, what would they learn about you, about your priorities, about your faith? On this special Free-Text First Friday, the Rev. Mark Duerr gives us a brief, but fascinating tour of the ancient world's favissa pits, the holy trash dumps where sacred objects were ritually buried after use. From the execration tablets of Egypt to the fertility figurines of Canaan, from the recent excavations at Shiloh under Dr. Scott Stripling to the pagan healing votives at the Pool of Bethesda, what these peoples threw away tells us what they worshiped.  The Rev. Mark Duerr, pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church in Monroe, MI, joins the Rev. Dr. Phil Booe to discuss the archeological discoveries at sacred disposal sites.  View a video livestream of this episode, including the images discussed, here: youtu.be/rhkFYXTDoWc  Thy Strong Word, hosted by Rev. Dr. Phil Booe, pastor of St. John Lutheran Church of Luverne, MN, reveals the light of our salvation in Christ through study of God's Word, breaking our darkness with His redeeming light. Each weekday, two pastors fix our eyes on Jesus by considering Holy Scripture, verse by verse, in order to be strengthened in the Word and be equipped to faithfully serve in our daily vocations. Submit comments or questions to: thystrongword@kfuo.org.

It's the First Friday of May and Adam is joined by panelists Cory Grizzle, Gabe Jones, and Dan Vonder Haar for this month's Roadmap Roundup. The group discusses St. Joseph the Worker, pilgrimages, Eucharistic Adoration, and more. Cory, Gabe, and Dan also join Adam to reflect on the Gospel for the day. Download the Covenant Network app today! Pray the Visual Rosary at VisualRosary.org For more information on Covenant Network, visit OurCatholicRadio.org

On today's "First Friday" edition of Cleveland Browns Daily the guys go through NFL.com's post draft power rankings and give their own rankings for all 32 teams (28:16). Senior NFL Reporter Jori Epstein joins the show to talk about her experience and the article she wrote about being in the Browns war room on night one (50:34) plus from the Browns Draft Review Show, Z goes one on one with Browns GM Andrew Berry (1:13:59).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BONNEVILLE on Van Sessions at The Monarch   Support the program: https://t.ly/KsrVL   Van Sessions is Recorded at The Monarch in Ogden, Utah.   ARTIST | BONNEVILLE                                                                                                                                                                                             FULL SET LIST Track 1 - Toe Track 2 - Marie Track 3 - Horse Track 4 - What You Need Track 5 - Punch   ARTIST LINKS: https://linktr.ee/bonnevilleband   PRESENTING SPONSORS   The Monarch Building: https://themonarchogden.com/ The Banyan Collective: http://www.thebanyancollective.com/   GRANTING SPONSOR   Ogden City Arts: https://ogdencity.com/707/Arts   CREDITS   Producer: The Banyan Collective Host: R. Brandon Long, brandon@thebanyancollective.com Bookings: Todd Oberndorfer, todd@thebanyancollective.com Audio Mix: Scott Rogers, The Proper Way https://theproperwayband.com/studio DOP: Dixon Stoddard, https://www.instagram.com/studios_d21/ Photography: Avery Atkinson:   FOLLOW // SUBSCRIBE   Van Sessions Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vansessions/ Van Sessions Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thevansessions Van Sessions YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@vansessionspod   Tip Jar:  https://www.buymeacoffee.com/banyanmedia   The drive behind Van Sessions is to create a music discovery community for Northern Utah musicians to share their work, refine their craft, and network with other artists.   Van Sessions helps support local musicians, photographers, and videographers through our project. Show your support for local artists by subscribing to Van Sessions on YouTube @vansessionspod or search "Van Sessions Podcast" on your favorite podcast platform.   Join us live at the Monarch in Ogden every First Friday to be a part of the free concert and video podcast recording.   Bookings: todd@thebanyancollective.com   #vansessions #musicdiscovery #localmusic #podcast #music #ogden #firstfriday

BONNEVILLE on Van Sessions at The Monarch   Support the program: https://t.ly/KsrVL   Van Sessions is Recorded at The Monarch in Ogden, Utah.   ARTIST | BONNEVILLE                                                                                                                                                                                             FULL SET LIST Track 1 - Toe Track 2 - Marie Track 3 - Horse Track 4 - What You Need Track 5 - Punch   ARTIST LINKS: https://linktr.ee/bonnevilleband   PRESENTING SPONSORS   The Monarch Building: https://themonarchogden.com/ The Banyan Collective: http://www.thebanyancollective.com/   GRANTING SPONSOR   Ogden City Arts: https://ogdencity.com/707/Arts   CREDITS   Producer: The Banyan Collective Host: R. Brandon Long, brandon@thebanyancollective.com Bookings: Todd Oberndorfer, todd@thebanyancollective.com Audio Mix: Scott Rogers, The Proper Way https://theproperwayband.com/studio DOP: Dixon Stoddard, https://www.instagram.com/studios_d21/ Photography: Avery Atkinson:   FOLLOW // SUBSCRIBE   Van Sessions Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vansessions/ Van Sessions Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thevansessions Van Sessions YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@vansessionspod   Tip Jar:  https://www.buymeacoffee.com/banyanmedia   The drive behind Van Sessions is to create a music discovery community for Northern Utah musicians to share their work, refine their craft, and network with other artists.   Van Sessions helps support local musicians, photographers, and videographers through our project. Show your support for local artists by subscribing to Van Sessions on YouTube @vansessionspod or search "Van Sessions Podcast" on your favorite podcast platform.   Join us live at the Monarch in Ogden every First Friday to be a part of the free concert and video podcast recording.   Bookings: todd@thebanyancollective.com

Deb Fotheringham on Van Sessions at The Monarch   Support the program: https://t.ly/KsrVL   Van Sessions is Recorded at The Monarch in Ogden, Utah.   ARTIST | Deb Fotheringham                                                                                                                                                                                             FULL SET LIST Track 1 - Time Machine Track 2 - Protagonist  Track 3 - Ebb & Flow Track 4 - Rosy View Track 5 - Bright Eyes   ARTIST LINKS   LINKS: https://debrafotheringham.com/links  INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/debfotheringham/   PRESENTING SPONSORS   The Monarch Building: https://themonarchogden.com/ The Banyan Collective: http://www.thebanyancollective.com/   GRANTING SPONSOR   Ogden City Arts: https://ogdencity.com/707/Arts   CREDITS   Producer: The Banyan Collective Host: R. Brandon Long, brandon@thebanyancollective.com Bookings: Todd Oberndorfer, todd@thebanyancollective.com Audio Mix: Scott Rogers, The Proper Way https://theproperwayband.com/studio DOP: Dixon Stoddard, https://www.instagram.com/studios_d21/ Photography: Dylan Totaro: https://www.instagram.com/dylantotaro/   FOLLOW // SUBSCRIBE   Van Sessions Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vansessions/ Van Sessions Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thevansessions Van Sessions YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@vansessionspod   Tip Jar:  https://www.buymeacoffee.com/banyanmedia   The drive behind Van Sessions is to create a music discovery community for Northern Utah musicians to share their work, refine their craft, and network with other artists.   Van Sessions helps support local musicians, photographers, and videographers through our project. Show your support for local artists by subscribing to Van Sessions on YouTube @vansessionspod or search "Van Sessions Podcast" on your favorite podcast platform.   Join us live at the Monarch in Ogden every First Friday to be a part of the free concert and video podcast recording.   Bookings: todd@thebanyancollective.com

Justin sets out on foot to talk with visitors and townsfolk about the First Friday Party that takes place the first Friday of every month in downtown Manteo from March to November. If you get the opportunity to go to First Friday (put on by The Dare Arts Council) take advantage of it. You're going to have a great time!

On this “First Friday” miracle edition the week before the draft, Jason Gibbs sits down with Browns DE Isaiah McGuire (54:25) for an exclusive interview on the ongoing offseason. You'll also hear from ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr. (21:58) on his final mock draft ahead of the real thing next week. Plus, Browns play-by-play voice Andrew Siciliano joins the show (1:08:52) to discuss a wide range of Browns topics and beyond!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the April 2026 First Friday livestream, Jason and Jeff break down the current "market vibes," debating whether the market's resilience is masking a hair-trigger sensitivity to AI hype and PR spin. They announce the Q1 winner of the listener portfolio contest—congratulations to Discord member Vinny G!—and review the progress of their own 2026 picks. The duo dives deep into the executive turnover at The Trade Desk, the slow-moving turnaround at PayPal, and whether Kinsale Capital is simply a cyclical price taker or a highly efficient operator. Plus, Jason reveals his new Roth 401 (k) strategy, and Jeff vehemently defends his "lazy" personal finance choices.03:01 Market Vibes Resilience06:26 AI Hype And Volatility09:54 Cybersecurity Rumor Debate12:19 Cringey AI Promo Clip14:35 Portfolio Contest Rules16:31 Q1 Winner And Charity21:09 Patreon Standings And Long Game24:22 Portfolio Reflections And Trade Desk28:00 Board Sale Speculation30:49 Backing Jeff Green32:19 Position Sizing Rules32:45 Founder vs Operator Debate37:11 Kinsale Competition Pressure38:40 Kinsale Underwriting Edge42:23 Specialty Insurance Tailwinds45:30 PayPal Value Trap Risk52:15 Roth 401k Moves55:20 Roth Optionality Strategy57:46 Favorite Dividend PicksCompanies mentioned: BIP, BIPC, BORR, CTRE, EPR, GOOG, GOOGL, KNSL, MA, MELI, NOW, PLSDF, PLTR, PYPL, RBRK, RKLB, SECYF, TTDFind where to listen & subscribe,  portfolio contests, and contact information at https://investingunscripted.com*****************************************To get 15% off any paid plan at fiscal.ai, visit https://fiscal.ai/unscriptedListen to the Chit Chat Stocks Podcast for discussions on stocks, financial markets, super investors, and more. Follow the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube*****************************************Join our PatreonSubscribe to our portfolio on Savvy Trader

Clark County has hundreds of ATMs that exchange cash for cryptocurrency (or "crypto kiosks") and scammers are swindling Nevadans out of millions with these machines. So what kinds of guardrails make sense — or are even possible? Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus and our brand new host at City Cast Las Vegas, Jesse Merrick, to discuss. Plus, the team looks at why the deep red community around Ash Meadows in Nye County is fighting development and seeking a national conservation area designation, and why the Animal Foundation just flew 30 rescue pets out to Utah. Plus: This week in our members-only feed, we discuss the debate over turning First Friday into an exclusive, ticketed event. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this April 9th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority L.V. Academy of the Arts Taskrabbit Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter.

On today's “First Friday” miracle edition of the program, hear from HC Todd Monken (28:17) and CB Tyson Campbell (1:23:33) on the first day of media availability of the offseason. Plus we go around the league and explore another crazy mock draft in "thing or not a thing" (1:12:51)!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#703: April's jobs report comes in much stronger than expected, with 178,000 jobs added and unemployment ticking down to 4.3 percent. That headline deserves a closer look, especially when other labor data still points to a slower, lower-hiring environment.From there, we break down what the latest Fed decision means, why mortgage rates remain elevated, and how a sudden spike in oil and gas prices could affect inflation, consumer sentiment, and the broader economy. We also cover recent market volatility and why long-term investors may want to think differently about short-term swings. In the second half: News involving Vicki Robin that has rippled through the FIRE community, proposed changes could expand what 401(k) plans can hold, and major student loan developments — including the end of the SAVE plan and what borrowers should be watching next. Vicki Robin links: Paula's Newsletter - https://ckarchive.com/b/0vuwh9h9e4289c7mggrmzhv8qo9rqhnh50v Vicki's Substack - https://vickirobin.substack.com/p/abusers-and-the-women-who-love-them Afforder Community - affordanything.com/community Sources:
 https://www.advisorperspectives.com/dshort/updates/2026/03/31/jolts-report-job-openings-february-2026 https://www.challengergray.com/blog/challenger-report-march-cuts-rise-25-from-february-ai-leads-reasons https://www.dol.gov/newsroom/releases/ebsa/ebsa20260330 https://myeddebt.ed.gov Timestamps: Note: Timestamps will vary on individual listening devices based on dynamic advertising segments. The provided timestamps are approximate and may be several minutes off due to changing ad lengths. (00:00) A busy start to April(01:03) Stronger than expected jobs report(06:06) A softer picture for job openings(07:13) Where layoffs are showing up(10:15) Why the Fed held rates steady(12:05) What's keeping mortgage rates elevated(21:05) Why gas prices rose so quickly(27:28) How to think about market volatility(30:20) A proposed change for 401k plans(32:37) News from Vicki Robin(40:55) A shift in student loan management(42:37) What the end of SAVE means(45:16) Changes for Parent PLUS borrowers Share this episode with a friend, colleagues, and your airline gate agent: https://affordanything.com/episode703 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Erin Harkes, Publisher and Editor-in-Chief of Metroland Now, joins us this morning for our regular arts segment where she will talk about what's in the pages of Metroland Now and preview each month's events for First Friday in Albany.

Patrick unpacks the roots of Catholicism and Islam in America, mixes in practical dating strategies, and fields questions on confession, tradition, and finding the right parish with clarity and candor. Stories of real struggles and honest advice flow as listeners call in about love, faith, and how to stay true when uncertainty hits. Direct, down-to-earth, never skipping the tough moments, Patrick keeps listeners grounded while challenging them to move forward. Adelso (email) - hen did Catholicism first become known in the United States? Additionally, when did Islam become known here in the USA? (00:50) Preston (email) - How do you know when you’ve found a good mate? Do I need to convert before I’ll ever find someone for me? What do I need to do to be a good husband and father? (04:41) Cindy - Why did the Catholic Church get rid of closed Confessionals? (11:45) Robert -You only gave 50% of the answer to Preston’s email. I think this guy needs to make himself more marketable to women. (15:11) Anthony - My life-long friend committed suicide yesterday. What can I do? (21:29) Barbara - I think the bishops keep confusing legal and illegal immigration. I think Illegals are breaking the law. I see illegal immigrants as committing mass thievery. (32:02) Anna - On the gentleman who wants to meet someone: It’s important for men to be clean cut. Is he presenting himself in a clean manner. This is what I say as a mother and grandmother. (37:57) Sylvia - What do I do once I complete a First Friday devotion? (39:51) Carl (email) - On a rebroadcast of your show I head you mention that Lents concludes with the completion of the Mass of the Lords Supper on Holy Thursday…does that mean I can hit the In and Out Burger drive-thru on Good Friday? (46:58)

It's a First Friday edition of the program! Today, NFL Network and CBS Analyst Charles Davis joins Andrew Siciliano (1:08:34) to talk Ohio State WR Carnell Tate and more players in the upcoming NFL draft. Senior National Columnist at NFL Network Judy Battista (49:04) also joins Andrew to preview the annual league meetings coming up next week. Plus, get a Guardians season preview on MLB Opening Day (46:50).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On a "First Friday" edition of the program with Beau and Z the guys continue their own version of the bracket challenge (30:02 and 52:09) and go through the quarterfinal results of this week's CBD Twitter Poll (48:14). That plus Browns PBP Voice Andrew Siciliano joins the show to react to the latest news from around the league (1:11:55).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this “First Friday” edition of the program, Browns play-by-play voice Andrew Siciliano joins the show (1:10:52) to discuss the happenings around the AFC North and the new additions in the Browns' building! Plus, go Around the Sports World (43:33) and get an update on our first Cleveland Browns Daily Fan Vote bracket (28:52), which you can submit your vote on Twitter/X @Browns_Daily.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#695: The U.S. lost 92,000 jobs in February, pushing unemployment to 4.4 percent.That result contradicts a different report released two days earlier showing 63,000 jobs added, leaving economists trying to square the circle. Many agree that we're in a "low hire, low fire" jobs environment.We walk through several major economic stories using a three-layer framework: the household economy, markets and policy, and long-term forces shaping the future.First, the household layer. Hiring has become uneven across sectors. Health care and education previously drove much of the job growth, but layoffs in those areas now appear in the data.Job openings have also fallen to 6.54 million, the lowest level since the pandemic began. Workers are switching jobs less often, and the pay bump for job-hopping has shrunk.Mortgage rates recently crossed 6 percent, influenced in part by rising Treasury yields and concerns about inflation. Gas prices climbed about 26 cents per gallon in a week, partly due to tensions affecting oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz, which normally carries about one-fifth of global oil supply.The episode also looks at household finances. Six percent of workers in Vanguard plans took hardship withdrawals from their 401(k)s in 2025, up from five percent the year before. That increase suggests some households are leaning on retirement savings to manage financial stress.At the end of the episode, economist Dr. Ben Zweig, CEO of Revelio Labs, joins us to unpack the conflicting employment reports and explain why the labor market may look weaker than expected. He also discusses why health care hiring may be slowing and how economists interpret mixed signals across multiple labor data sources. (0:00) February jobs shock(1:02) Three-layer economy framework(2:03) BLS job losses explained(3:12) ADP vs BLS data gap(4:30) Job openings decline(5:39) Layoffs and AI cuts(7:15) Mortgage rates near 6 percent(8:26) Gas price spike(10:02) Markets react to oil shock(16:00) Record 401k withdrawals(19:30) Asset owners vs nonowners gap(21:22) Supreme Court tariff ruling(23:31) AI costs collapse, usage surge(27:03) Fed reactions to jobs report(33:33) Economist Ben Zweig interview Share this episode with a friend, colleagues, and your job recruiter: https://affordanything.com/episode695 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices