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Fox Sports' lead College Football analyst Joel Klatt reveals the 10 games that will shape the 2026 College Football Season. From huge early season Big Ten-SEC matchups between Michigan and Oklahoma and Ohio State at Texas to the return of Lane Kiffin to Oxford, he breaks down which games will have the biggest impact on the sport in 2026. Klatt explains why a cross-country trip could determine if USC is ready to make a Playoff push and why a rematch of the Big Ten Championship Game gives Indiana a huge opportunity to assert themselves over the Buckeyes. Miami's trip to South Bend offers the Fighting Irish a chance to avenge the loss that kept them out of last year's Playoff and “The Game” between Ohio State and Michigan will have a new coach looking to put his stamp on the rivalry. Get 50% off your first Factor box + Free Breakfast for 1 Year → https://factor-partner.com/49G0oNX Chapters 🏈 0:00-1:24 10 games that will shape the 2026 season   1:25-5:04 Oklahoma vs. Michigan  5:05-8:35 Ohio State vs. Texas 8:36-11:21 LSU vs. Ole Miss 11:22-15:01 USC vs. Penn State 15:02-16:34 Texas vs. Oklahoma  16:35-20:03 Georgia vs. Alabama  20:04-22:18 Ohio State vs. Indiana  22:19-25:00 Miami vs. Notre Dame  25:01-26:36 Texas vs. Texas A&M 26:37-29:07 Michigan vs. Ohio State  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Adam Hurrey is joined on the Adjudication Panel by Charlie Eccleshare and David Walker. On the agenda: the wider ripples of England 0 Ghana 0, Scotland's slightly excessive World Cup purgatory, Darren Fletcher lets his hair down on Fox Sports duty, Andy Burnham's solid football credentials, sacked managers names in Olivia Rodrigo album tracks and more World Cup lineup-poses quizzing. Play the Happy Hunting Grounds daily quiz at games.footballcliches.com Sign up for Dreamland, the members-only Football Clichés experience, to access our exclusive show and much more: dreamland.footballcliches.com Visit nordvpn.com/cliches to get four extra months on a two-year plan with NordVPN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, we welcome Chris Fallica of Fox Sports, Big Noon Kickoff and Bear Bets to talk through college football from the perspective of a researcher, bettor, traveler and longtime media fixture. We get into how he studies the sport this time of year, what numbers actually matter, how the transfer portal has changed preseason projections, and why college football remains so difficult to evaluate in an era of super conferences, roster churn and wildly uneven schedules. We also dig into the art of finding weird stats, the value of schedule spots, the eternal appeal of the letdown lookahead sandwich, and whether elevation deserves a bigger place in how we talk about home-field advantage. Plus, Chris shares a few early thoughts on teams he trusts and teams he is more skeptical of heading into 2026, with Indiana, Miami, Notre Dame, Michigan State, Florida State and Arkansas all coming up along the way. Before the interview, we also react to the latest twist in the Brendan Sorsby saga after the NFL declined to hold a supplemental draft. Timestamps:0:00 - Intro4:13 - Brendan Sorsby denied NFL Supplemental Draft8:29 - Chris Fallica joinsSupport the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fear the 'Fro is here to talk Meleek Thomas.  Joining Bob is Cooper Klein (@Alley_Oop_Coop) of "Upside Swings" to break down Meleek's game, and what to expect of his addition to the Cavs.  We also go over other draft prospects not taken, from Brazile to Veesarr to Koa Peat.  Then we discuss some other team's surprising draft strategies, and dive into the Jaylen Brown for Evan Mobley trade chatter. 

In this hour of A Numbers Game hosts Gill Alexander and Dustin Swedelson are joined by FOX Sports betting analyst Chris Fallica joins the show with his plays for the World Cup. Also on the show, Shoulda Bet More Podcast host Will Hill joins to chat some NBA futures and MLB plays. Get instant access to expert picks, public betting splits data, and pro betting tools when you join VSiN pro. You can take 17% off an annual subscription when you use promo code: POD26. Click Here to get started. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the #USMNT through to the group stages, we chat with Brian Sciaretta of Fox Sports on what to expect from the team in the third group stage match v Turkiye as well as the knockouts.

A string of pearls runs along Route 11 — and every one of them is built for summer. On this Shenandoah County Tourism Tuesday edition of The Valley Today, host Janet Michael is joined on the Zooms by Kary Haun and Brittany Clem-Hott for a conversation devoted to the best of summer in Shenandoah County, from Strasburg to New Market and everywhere between. Three Valley League baseball teams, a county full of ice cream stands, fireworks displays, summer music series in nearly every town, the river walks of Seven Bends State Park and Lake Laura, dozens of outdoor-dining patios, and an underground 55-degree cavern for the days when the heat just won't quit. Whether you live in Shenandoah County or you're just a drive away, this episode is a complete summer planning guide. SUMMER IN SHENANDOAH COUNTY — AT A GLANCE BASEBALL (Valley League — collegiate, community-hosted, family-affordable) • Strasburg Express • Woodstock River Bandits (Central High School stadium) • New Market Rebels (Rebel Park) • Schedules, scores, rosters, stats: valleybaseballleague.com ICE CREAM (a few favorites mentioned on the show) • Katie's Custard — Route 11, near the Woodstock games • Sugar Creek — Route 11, Woodstock (now near the Food Lion; still bright pink) • Ice Cream Depot — downtown Strasburg • Peep's Ice Cream Stand — New Market • Smiley's Ice Cream — Basye (with putt-putt and gem sluicing) • Edinburg mini golf and ice cream — right off Route 11 FIREWORKS — JULY 2026 (VA250) • New Market — Thursday, July 3 • Woodstock — at the fairgrounds (July 4) • Strasburg — town display (July 4) • Bryce Resort — fireworks on the slopes (July 4) MUSIC SERIES THIS SUMMER • Strasburg — Front Porch Live (Thursday evenings) • Woodstock — Woodstock ROCS at the community park • New Market — Crossroads Fest at Rebel Park • Vineyards, breweries, and wineries across the county host live music throughout the summer (full list on the events tab at visitshenandoahcounty.com) RIVER & WATER WALKS • Seven Bends State Park (Woodstock) — three-mile riverside loop with kayak rentals from the Hollingsworth side to the Lupton side • Strasburg River Walk — near the town municipal park • Lake Laura (Bryce) — 2.5-mile loop, paddle boats, paddle boards OUTDOOR DINING (a sampler from the show) • Box Office Brewery — Strasburg • Bean's Barbecue — Edinburg (mostly takeout; perfect for a picnic) • Miller Grill — New Market • Woodstock Cafe — front and back patios with strung lights • Flour to Fork — alleyway summer dinner series, plus pizza Wednesdays and dinners Fridays • Swover Creek Farms — wood-fired pizza, sausages, dog-friendly, kid-friendly • Woodstock BrewHouse — patio with Thursday live music • Pale Fire — pizza and beer, Basye • The Burn Barrel — Basye WHEN IT'S TOO HOT TO BE OUTSIDE • Shenandoah Caverns — guided one-hour tours, 55° year-round, exceptionally family-friendly LINKS & RESOURCES • Shenandoah County Tourism: visitshenandoahcounty.com (Events tab for the full summer calendar; search bar to look up any business or attraction) • Valley Baseball League — schedules, scores, rosters, and YouTube replays: valleybaseballleague.com • Seven Bends State Park: dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/seven-bends 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

(0:00-20:48) Amy Fadool will be present in the studio for the remainder of the program, participating in discussions regarding the Sixers draft and the ongoing dome controversy.(21:03-32:40) Are there trade discussions involving Jalen Carter of the Eagles? The team responds to the Fox Sports analysis of quarterback and wide receiver pairings, which notably omits a prominent duo from Philadelphia.(32:55-40:34) What is the outlook for the joint practice between the Eagles and the Patriots when AJ Brown and Jalen Hurts take the field, this time positioned on opposing sidelines?Please note: Timecodes may shift by a few minutes due to inserted ads. Because of copyright restrictions, portions—or entire segments—may not be included in the podcast.For the latest updates, visit the show page Kincade & Salciunas on 975thefanatic.com. Follow 97.5 The Fanatic on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Watch our shows on YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with all the best moments from Philly's home for sports!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fox Sports' lead College Football analyst Joel Klatt ranks his Top 10 Quarterbacks heading into the 2026 Season. Will Texas' Arch Manning grab the top spot in Klatt's Rankings or will a QB like Ohio State's Julian Sayin or Oregon's Dante Moore go into the new season as the #1 QB? Klatt also evaluates where to rank transfer Quarterbacks like LSU's Sam Leavitt and Miami's Darian Mensah as well as Curt Cignetti's latest transfer at Indiana – Josh Hoover.  Get 50% off your first Factor box + Free Breakfast for 1 Year → https://factor-partner.com/49G0oNX Chapters 🏈 0:00-1:05 Klatt ranks his top 10 qbs  1:06-2:05 Number 10  2:06-3:56 Number 9 3:57-5:26 Number 8 5:27-6:48 Number 7 6:49-8:23 Number 6  8:24-9:46 Number 5  9:47-11:17 Number 4 11:18-14:56 Number 3 14:57-17:10 Number 2 17:11-22:20 Number 1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fox Sports' Joel Klatt joins The Next Round for a loaded college football conversation covering some of the biggest storylines in the sport. In this interview, Joel Klatt shares his thoughts on Matt Campbell's expectations in year one at Penn State, how Josh Hoover fits at Indiana, and why he believes Lane Kiffin's first LSU team could be really good in the SEC. Klatt also breaks down whether Notre Dame or Oregon can win the national championship, what it would take for Georgia to get back on top, and what it's like being one of the voices of EA Sports College Football 27. If you love college football, the SEC, the Big Ten, the College Football Playoff race, and the biggest names in the sport, this is a conversation you don't want to miss.

She saw the commercial — the one with the Red Cross volunteer in the red vest, hugging someone, handing over a blanket — and told her husband, "When I retire, I want to be that person." On this episode of The Valley Today, host Janet Michael continues her year-long Red Cross series with Deb Fleming, Executive Director of the Greater Shenandoah Valley Chapter, who brings along volunteer Jill Johnson — a retired teacher who has now been deployed five times (three nationally, two locally) and is on standby for another deployment as the conversation is happening. Jill walks through the surprisingly simple sign-up process at redcross.org, how the certifications stack (sheltering, feeding, and more), and the dual paths she's chosen: Prepare with Pedro, a K-2 disaster preparedness program she teaches in local schools, churches, and scout groups, alongside national deployments to Hurricane Ian in Fort Myers, the Southern California floods and mudslides, and Hurricane Helene in Asheville. She shares what it actually looks like inside a shelter — bearded dragons, dancing parrots, Tide trucks doing laundry, FEMA tents holding a thousand people for dinner — and why the Red Cross changed its pet policy after recognizing that families won't evacuate without their animals. Plus: Deb's good news that the chapter has already hit its volunteer recruitment goals for the year because so many people stepped up in unexpected ways. ABOUT THE GREATER SHENANDOAH VALLEY CHAPTER The American Red Cross Greater Shenandoah Valley Chapter serves the region with disaster response, blood services, military family support, health and safety education, and community preparedness programs. The chapter has met its 2026 volunteer recruitment goals — including a recent reduction in target numbers based on how well the local chapter has performed. ABOUT PREPARE WITH PEDRO A free Red Cross disaster preparedness program designed for children in grades K-2. The program uses books, videos, songs, and hands-on activities to teach kids the basics of home fire safety — including escape plans, meeting places, smoke alarm checks, the "get low and go" technique for smoke, and coping/breathing exercises that apply to disasters and everyday stressful moments. Available free to classrooms, scout groups, church groups, and any setting with children. Schools and groups can request a visit through their local Red Cross chapter. WAYS TO VOLUNTEER (THERE'S MORE THAN YOU THINK) • Direct disaster response — sheltering, feeding (local and national deployments, two-week commitments) • Disaster preparedness education — Prepare with Pedro, hands-only CPR, home fire safety • Smoke alarm installation in partnership with local fire departments • Behind-the-scenes — logistics, supply, planning, weather tracking, government operations coordination • Blood services support • Military family support (armed forces programs) • Local events and community outreach • Set your own schedule — volunteer as much or as little as your life allows LINKS & RESOURCES • Sign up to volunteer: redcross.org → click "Volunteer"  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

This week, we separate facts from opinions on the news that Fox Corporation has agreed to acquire Roku. We break down all the numbers, the impact on Tubi and The Roku Channel, Roku's hardware business, and all the other details you need to know. We also cover World Cup TV and streaming viewership stats released by Fox Sports, ITV, NBC Sports, STV, and others. We detail the revenue and profit numbers from Bending Spoons' SEC filing, which plans to go public this year. Finally, we go through the latest codec and protocol news, including Apple's HTTP Live Streaming enhancements, the Alliance for Open Media publishing AV2 specs, and the impact on OTT services from current codec and ABR patent suits.Podcast produced by Security Halt Media

Greg Auman of FOX Sports joins Sam Cohen to discuss the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' newest additions, the contract situation surrounding Vita Vea, and expectations for Tampa Bay heading into the 2026 season.

Fox Sports has faced criticism during the World Cup for cutting away from matches and missing live action during hydration breaks. But to me, this isn't just a Fox problem—it's a symptom of a much larger issue across media, entertainment, and the creator economy.More and more, content feels like it's becoming secondary to the business model built around it. Whether it's sports broadcasts prioritizing ad inventory, streaming services chasing volume over quality, or Hollywood relying on endless remakes and sequels, the underlying question remains the same: Have we forgotten that the content itself is supposed to be the product?I explore how the backlash against Fox's World Cup coverage reflects broader trends in modern media, why audiences are growing frustrated, and what creatives can do to push back against a system that often prioritizes monetization over meaningful experiences.Because sometimes the solution is surprisingly simple: If you're broadcasting the World Cup... show the World Cup.

Deworm every animal every time, and pretty soon the dewormer stops working. On this Extension Office Friday edition of The Valley Today, host Janet Michael is back on the Zooms with Elizabeth Mullins Baldwin (Page County Extension agent) and Cynthia Fairbanks (Warren County Extension agent) to talk about herd health for the region's growing population of small-ruminant producers — and a hands-on FAMACHA certification workshop coming up at the Warren County Fairgrounds on Saturday, July 11th. The conversation starts with a friendly reality check for anyone thinking about getting into sheep or goats — yes, they're a great entry point into farming, but also yes, "do your homework before you go to the sale" is the single best piece of advice the Extension office can give. Then Cynthia and Elizabeth walk through what FAMACHA actually is — a science-based, color-card system developed in 1990s South Africa by Dr. Faffa Malan that helps producers decide which animals actually need deworming and which don't, based on real-time signs of anemia from the barber pole worm. The result: less money wasted on dewormer, less resistance built up in parasites, and healthier animals. Workshop attendees get hands-on practice, a FAMACHA certification, fecal egg count demonstrations, and the science-backed answers to all the "but I heard you can just feed them a Christmas tree" home remedies floating around. EVENT DETAILS — FAMACHA CERTIFICATION WORKSHOP Saturday, July 11, 2026 • 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Warren County Fairgrounds • $30 per person (flat fee, regardless of farm size) • Breakfast included • Open to producers from any county • Pre-registration required WHAT YOU'LL LEARN AND LEAVE WITH • FAMACHA certification (with certificate) • Hands-on practice scoring real sheep and goats with the FAMACHA color card • Demonstration of proper fecal sample collection (Elizabeth) • Live microscope demo of fecal egg counts (a powerful tool for measuring dewormer resistance) • Science-based review of internal and external parasites common in Virginia • A look at popular herbal/home remedies — and which ones research actually supports • Direct Q&A with Extension agents WHO IT'S FOR • Current sheep and goat producers • New producers building up their first herd • Anyone considering sheep or goats in the future who wants to know what they're getting into • Camelid (llama and alpaca) owners — newly included this year • Producers concerned about dewormer resistance and rising input costs HOW TO REGISTER • Online registration - click here or get the flyer here.  • In person at your local Extension office (cash or check) • By phone — call either Extension office directly A NOTE ON FAMACHA FAMACHA was developed in South Africa in the early 1990s by veterinarian Dr. Faffa Malan, in response to widespread blanket deworming that was creating costly dewormer-resistant parasites. The system uses a color card matched to the eye mucous membrane of the animal to score anemia on a 1-5 scale — a real-time, non-invasive proxy for packed cell volume (red blood cell concentration). It's specifically designed to detect the effects of the barber pole worm (Haemonchus contortus), the most common and damaging internal parasite for small ruminants in the southeastern United States. The goal: only deworm animals that actually need it, preserve the effectiveness of the few approved dewormers we still have, and save producers money in the process. LINKS & RESOURCES • Page County Extension on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PageCountyVCE • Warren County Extension on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WarrenCountyVCE  • Your local Extension office can answer questions on herd health, soil testing, pest management, and more (calls are free and welcome — Extension agents in Frederick, Clarke, Shenandoah, Warren, and Page counties serve the whole region) CONNECT WITH VIRGINIA COOPERATIVE EXTENSION VCE – Clarke County: 540-955-5164 VCE – Frederick County: 540-665-5699 VCE – Page County: 540-778-5794 VCE – Shenandoah County: 540-459-6140 VCE – Warren County: 540-635-4549 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

World Cup fever is officially taking over the country! Kennedy breaks down why she has incredibly high hopes for the U.S. Men's National Team, shows off her exclusive custom hand-painted Fox Sports shoes, and explains why cheering for Team USA is the ultimate cultural unifier.  Kennedy Now Available on YouTube: ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://link.podtrac.com/kstw_yt⁠ Follow on TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@kennedy_foxnews⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join Kennedy for Happy Hour on Fridays! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWlNiiSXX4BNUbXM5X8KkYbDepFgUIVZj⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 4 - Texans , Figgy's Mixape and World Cup

Palliative isn't a synonym for terminal. On this Community Health edition of The Valley Today, host Janet Michael welcomes back Dr. Jim VanKirk, board-certified palliative care specialist and Medical Director of Valley Health's Palliative Care Program, joined by team social worker Rachel Schwartz, to clear up one of the most persistent misconceptions in medicine — and to make the case for thinking about palliative care as a living tool, not an end-of-life one. Dr. VanKirk walks through what palliative care actually is — symptom support, treatment planning, and team-based care for patients with serious illnesses who are still receiving aggressive treatment, including chemotherapy, radiation, and ICU care — and explains the research showing that earlier palliative intervention actually correlates with patients living longer. Rachel talks through the role of a palliative social worker, the kinds of grief families navigate along the way of a progressive illness (not just at the end), and the concept of "substituted judgment" when a patient can't speak for themselves. Plus: a thorough, practical conversation about advance directives — what they are, why every adult needs one starting at age 18, why April 16th is the easiest day to remember to update yours, and the family stories (including Dr. VanKirk's own) that show why having "the document" isn't the point — the conversation that leads to the document is. ABOUT VALLEY HEALTH'S PALLIATIVE CARE PROGRAM A specialized medical service for patients with serious or life-threatening illnesses, working alongside primary treatment teams to provide symptom management, treatment planning support, and goals-of-care conversations. The team works across the hospital — including with ICU patients and patients still receiving aggressive treatment like chemotherapy or radiation — and partners with chaplains, music therapists, speech therapists, physical and occupational therapists, and bedside nursing teams to provide whole-person care for both the patient and their family. ABOUT ADVANCE DIRECTIVES An advance directive is a document that expresses your wishes for healthcare, especially if you become unable to speak for yourself. It typically has two parts: (1) the designation of a healthcare agent — the person empowered to make decisions on your behalf, and (2) specific wishes about what care you would or would not want in certain situations (sometimes called a "living will"). KEY POINTS FROM THIS EPISODE • Every adult — starting at age 18 — should have an advance directive. Car accidents don't wait for a diagnosis. • The conversation matters more than the document. Your healthcare agent needs to know how you think and what's important to you. • Tell your designated agent first. Tell other close family and friends the document exists. • Update your directive periodically — life changes, designated agents pass away or move, your wishes evolve. • Virginia and West Virginia have different legal requirements. Know which state's form you need. • Don't store it in a lockbox. Your agent, your primary care physician, and your hospital should all have copies. • April 16th is the easy day to remember — the day after Tax Day. Take care of the government on the 15th; take care of yourself on the 16th. • If a loved one is diagnosed with dementia or Alzheimer's, complete legal documents IMMEDIATELY. Capacity can be lost faster than families expect. LINKS & RESOURCES • Valley Health Palliative Care Program: https://www.valleyhealthlink.com/patient-visitors/for-patients/advance-care-planning-advance-directives/ (click Your Visit → Patient Resources for advance directive information, FAQs, state-specific forms, and a number to schedule a facilitator appointment) • Every Community Health conversation in one place: thevalleytodaypodcast.com (click Categories → VH Community Health)  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

Would you rather spend $18 billion a year on content like Netflix does, or $22 billion once to buy the remote? That's the bet Fox Corp. is making with its blockbuster acquisition of hardware and distribution behemoth Roku, a deal that suddenly turns the home of Fox News, Fox Sports, Tubi, cable channels and a broadcast network into one of the most unconventional combatants in the Streaming Wars. While Netflix continues to flex its massive annual content budget, Fox initially sat out the arms race, buying Tubi in 2020, investing in creators, AI-fueled microdrama company Holywater and podcast company Red Seat Ventures. Now, as a combined Tubi-Roku puts Fox behind only YouTube and Netflix in TV viewing share, Elaine Low, Sean McNulty and Natalie Jarvey declare the winners and losers — including what the executive shakeout might look like inside — why Wall Street isn't fully sold and how this repositions Fox in the entertainment landscape. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the Shoulda Bet More podcast, Will Hill looks ahead to the NBA Draft and gives a long shot NFL Award bet. Then, from Fox Sports is Geoff Schwartz, former NFL offensive lineman joins to discuss the World Cup, NFL, and College and Football bets, tv shows to catch up on during the summer, and more. Get instant access to expert picks, public betting splits data, and pro betting tools when you join VSiN pro. You can take 17% off an annual subscription when you use promo code: POD26. Click Here to get started. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The federal poverty line for a family of four in America is $33,000 a year. In Virginia, a single person needs to earn more than $50,000 just to meet their basic needs. On this episode of The Valley Today, host Janet Michael welcomes back Les Sinclair, Communications and PR Manager at the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank, for a candid conversation about why hunger and unemployment have "decoupled" since the pandemic — and why the people now showing up at food pantries are increasingly working, employed, and earning more than the federal poverty level. Les walks through the MIT Living Wage Calculator and what it really costs to live in places like Winchester versus Warren County, the math that makes a $3 donation worth nine meals, and the stories behind the statistics — including a bus driver who was living in her truck and saved enough through a mobile food pantry to put a down payment on an apartment, and the HVAC family that sold their kitchen table to buy food before discovering a partner pantry. Plus: the realities of summer hunger when 56,000+ children in the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank's service region lose access to school meals, why USDA donations are down and the food bank is now spending hundreds of thousands on protein, and how the Supper Club provides the kind of reliable monthly support that keeps shelves full. UNDERSTANDING MODERN HUNGER — THE NUMBERS • Federal poverty level for a family of four (2025): $33,000/year • Virginia basic-needs income for a single adult: over $50,000/year (MIT Living Wage Calculator) • Virginia unemployment rate: below 4% • Blue Ridge Area Food Bank monthly guest visits: ~177,000 • Children among guest visits: 1 in 3 • Children food-insecure in Virginia: 1 in 7 • SNAP-to-charitable-network meal ratio: 9 to 1 • Emergency food box size: ~30 pounds of food per person • $1 donated = ~3 meals provided ($3 = 9 meals) HOW TO HELP • Donate at https://www.brafb.org/ — every dollar provides about three meals • Join the Supper Club — recurring monthly donations the food bank can rely on (as little as $10/month) • Volunteer — locally with the food bank, with a partner pantry, or with local school-food programs  • Use the Food Finder — for yourself or to help a neighbor (search by location, with hours and directions) • Support local food-pantry partners and summer feeding programs in your community LINKS & RESOURCES • Blue Ridge Area Food Bank: https://www.brafb.org/ (Food Finder tool, Supper Club, donations) • Blue Ridge Area Food Bank on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn • MIT Living Wage Calculator: livingwage.mit.edu (search your city/county) • Feeding America — the national network of food banks • Bright Futures Winchester/Frederick County — summer food bus program (Elise's organization, mentioned) • Winchester CCAP and other local food pantry partners across the Blue Ridge service region 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

Blake Murphy is joined by Blue Jays Central's Madison Shipman in-studio (32:32) to talk Dylan Cease coming up with big pitches against the Red Sox, Myles Straw's massive 14 pitch at-bat, signs the offence is coming around and what has changed with Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s swing. Afterwards, FOX Sports' Deesha Thosar (50:42) discusses the surging Atlanta Braves, Bo Bichette and the Mets along with what she learned through her in-depth piece on Yankees General Manager Brian Cashman. Lastly, former Blue Jay and co-host of Bluebird Territory Ricky Romero (1:14:52) pops by to analyze what Vladdy is dealing with this season and reflects on the 2025 World Series. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Creativity through the lens of a documentary filmmaker, film professor, author and illustrator"Creativity should not be something you try to do. IT should be something that's just natural that comes out of you."Award-winning TV director & documentary filmmaker, Craig D. Forrest, has traveled to 160 countries and 6 continents for such clients as CBS, ABC, Discovery Channel, A&E, Animal Planet, PBS, Fox Sports, Travel Channel, HBO, Warner Bros, Lions Gate Films, World Vision, Samaritan's Purse, Voice of the Martyrs, Far East Broadcasting and many others.He has covered subjects as diverse as voodoo, Santeria, tribal warfare, cults, miracles, sex-trafficking, terrorism, famine, poverty, demonic possession and the supernatural. Over 250 overseas assignments have flung him into hot spots such as Iraq, Cuba, Burundi, the Congo, El Salvador, Palestine, Cambodia, Uganda, Haiti, Burma, Zimbabwe, Morocco, Chad, Bosnia & Kosovo. Craig has produced, directed or crewed stories on-location in 111 countries.His media projects have won or been nominated for 29 film festival, television or video awards. Craig was part of the production team for The Amazing Race (Season 14), which won the 2009 Primetime EMMY for Best Reality Competition Program.Former host/producer for SIX WAYS TO SUNDAY podcast - 5 seasons - 54 guests - 167 episodes - 71 countries.Craig is the author of a well-reviewed, engaging memoir NIGHT TRAIN TO CAIRO. Upcoming is a historical novel - THROUGH THE WIRE - about his late grandfather's fighting in the bloody trenches of France during WW1 @ the Battle of the Somme. He is also the author of COMMANDO TACTICS FOR DIGITAL FILMMAKERS & THE INFLUENCE OF ALEXANDER MACKENDRICK ON SCOTTISH FILM. Upcoming books – BUGSY THE BRAVE BUTTERFLY + ROAD TO MACHU PICCHU.DocFA - Redemptive Filmmaking @ Kingdom SeminaryMA - Film Studies @ Chapman UniversityBSc - Theology @ Bethany UniversityCert - Executive Leadership @ Cornell UniversityFormer adjunct professor of TV/Film/Media @ Pepperdine U, Regent U, Concordia - Irvine U.Member - Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (EMMYS)Member - Travelers' Century Club (100+ Countries)https://www.facebook.com/craigdforresthttps://x.com/craigdforresthttps://www.pinterest.com/bordeauxinnlodi/https://www.craigforrest.com/https://www.youtube.com/@craigdforresthttps://www.instagram.com/craigdforrest/https://www.linkedin.com/in/craigdforrest/https://www.tiktok.com/@craigdforrest713https://www.threads.com/@craigdforresthttps://substack.com/@craigdforrestSend us Fan Mail

The Patsy Cline Theater isn't just an auditorium — it's Winchester's de facto civic center. From Willie Nelson to Vince Gill to Sara Evans, from the Apple Blossom coronations to 35 years of community gatherings, it's where Winchester has shown up for itself. And the seats, after nearly 40 years of student traffic and standing ovations, are showing every bit of their age. On this episode of The Valley Today, host Janet Michael welcomes an old friend back to the show — Larry Weiss, Executive Director of the Winchester Education Foundation — for a conversation about how the Foundation supports Winchester Public Schools and the year-long Community Comfort Campaign to replace all 1,100 seats and the carpeting in the historic theater. Larry walks through the full scope of the Foundation's work — scholarships for graduating Handley seniors, a unique endowment from Mindy Loy that funds continuing education for Handley graduates who come back to teach in Winchester schools, and the brick-and-mortar work that brought the Emil and Grace Shihadeh Innovation Center into existence (now featured in a national PBS-style documentary called Multiple Choice). Plus: a special August benefit concert at the Patsy Cline Theater by Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Valerie Smith, whose new "musical journal" Maggie's Journal sets her grandmother's post-Civil War handwritten journal to bluegrass, Americana, and roots music — with all proceeds going to the seating campaign. ABOUT THE COMMUNITY COMFORT CAMPAIGN A year-long fundraising campaign by the Winchester Education Foundation to replace all 1,100 seats and the carpeting in the Patsy Cline Theater at John Handley High School — the venue that serves not just the school but the wider Winchester community as a civic center, concert hall, and Apple Blossom event space. Total project cost is estimated at approximately $1 million. New seating and carpeting installation is targeted for summer 2027. WAYS TO PARTICIPATE • $350 names a seat — name tag can honor anyone (teacher, parent, classmate, graduating student) • Purchase an entire row to reunite a graduating class • Take one of the old seats home as a souvenir when they're uninstalled • Any contribution — from $10 to $10,000 — moves the campaign forward • The balcony will be dedicated in honor of Russ Potts • All 1991-era donor name tags will be moved to the new seats, preserving the theater's history BENEFIT CONCERT — VALERIE SMITH'S MAGGIE'S JOURNAL Saturday, August 1, 2026 • 7:00 PM Sunday, August 2, 2026 • 2:00 PM matinee Patsy Cline Theater, John Handley High School LINKS & RESOURCES • Winchester Education Foundation — winchestereducationfoundation.org (click the Community Comfort Campaign graphic on the homepage) • Valerie Smith — thevaleriesmith.com (concert tickets and information) 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

Tendremos Draft Suplementario en la NFL y Brendan Sorsby busca su lugar en la liga. Te explico cómo funciona, quién es el QB y más.

In this episode of On Stage, Eric Shanks, CEO and Executive Producer of FOX Sports, joins Colin Cowherd, host of The Herd, for a candid conversation on leadership, media strategy, and the enduring power of live sports. Recorded on April 15, 2026, at the CAA World Congress of Sports in Los Angeles, the discussion comes at a remarkable moment for Shanks and FOX Sports. As highlighted in a recent Sports Business Journal profile, Shanks has overseen some of the most significant moments in modern sports media—from Super Bowls and World Cups to major rights acquisitions and the continued evolution of FOX's sports portfolio.  Throughout the conversation, Shanks reflects on:  Leading Through Big Moments: Lessons learned from managing some of the largest broadcasts and events in sports.   The Value of Live Sports: Why premium live content remains one of the most powerful assets in media.   Media's Next Chapter: How audience behavior, streaming, and technology are reshaping the business.   Building Winning Teams: His leadership philosophy and approach to developing talent and culture inside FOX Sports.   The Future of Sports Storytelling: How broadcasters can continue to engage fans in an increasingly fragmented media environment.   It's an engaging discussion with one of the most influential executives in sports media, offering perspective on leadership, innovation, and the future of the industry.  Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Fox Sports' lead College Football analyst Joel Klatt reveals his favorite Over/Under Win Total bets for this season and kicks things off by discussing Ohio State and Texas and why he believes their early season matchup will determine which one will reach 10 wins this season. Klatt also considers whether Notre Dame will go undefeated this season based on the Irish's schedule. He also goes through each Power 4 Conference and picks out 2 Over bets that he likes and 1 Under bet that he likes including teams like Miami, Nebraska, Georgia, LSU, Michigan State and SMU.   Get 50% off your first Factor box + Free Breakfast for 1 Year → https://factor-partner.com/49G0oNX   Use my code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/KLATT10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount Chapters 🏈 0:00-1:22 College football win total over/under picks  1:23-7:04 Ohio State over 9.5/Texas under 9.5  7:05-9:55 Notre Dame under 11.5 9:56-15:58 Big Ten win totals  15:59-21:08 ACC win totals 21:09-27:19 SEC win totals  27:20-32:53 Big 12 win totals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The gang is back together. A dangerous take. Hello, Blaze Jordan. Sittin' pretty on Flag Day. The bullpen....woof. Loving some of these roster transactions. Scholarship season is over. Jackson wants John King back.If the Cardinals are the lede, what's in the two-hole, Doug? Knicks win the NBA Finals? Canes win The Cup? World Cup? Doug forgot the NBA FInals were on. Rick was out on Saturday night. The Blue Train. Who's Rick? The history of the yellow diaper. An exclusive rooster. Light C's. Doug says Stanley Cup should be next. Martin says Knicks. Tim says World Cup. Audio of Taylor Twellman talking about the USA's 4-1 win over Paraguay. Bolstering masculinity. Chris in Des Moines left his mark. Throbbing Sugarfoot.Three teams ahead of the Knicks to win next year's NBA title. Audio of Victor Wembanyama talking about the Spurs “dominating” most of the series but still coming up short. Knick fans wilin', B. People coming to check out the sinkhole.Joined by voice of the Blues, Chris Kerber talking about the Stanley Cup and Carolina finally getting to the mountain top. Kerbs also talks about some offseason Blues topics including the upcoming draft. How far off are The Blues? Lots of draft talk.Might have another Coors Field situation on our hands in Vegas. Jackson has decided he WILL sign at his appearance this coming Friday. Fox Sports breaks down the record-breaking viewership for USA – Paraguay and Zlatan comments it's due to his presence. Waxing your own car. Doug wants American accents and coaches. World Cup, US Open, Cards vs. Royals, and Friday with Papers, how do you do? The TLR video game. The Texas Tech/Brendan Sorsby situation. The FIFA Kansas City World Cup shirts has the St. Louis arch on it. The Tradesman's Entrance.You'll be hearing Free Bird tonight around 9:20 in St. Louis. Updated odds on the World Series. Bullpen concerns starting to show themselves a little bit. Jon Jay said without saying that we shouldn't have Nevin Shapiro on the show during Spring Training. Nevin's adamant that 2019 LSU isn't as good as 2001 Miami. Hanky Panky, Hide The Salami.Friend of the show and future Cy Young winner, Michael McGreevy checks in with us on the phone lines. This should be inetersting after Doug blamed him for yesterday's loss. Still can't quite go 7 innings. Ball flying out of the yard all weekend in Minnesota. Blaze Jordan's arrival. Bittersweet when teammates get sent down and other guys get the call up. Going on MLB Network in New York. The offense different with Nootbar back. Would McGreevy want to hit? Heading to a World Cup game in KC. His interest level in the various things going on in the world of sport.Design Aire Heating & Cooling EMOTDLook Doug, it's James Carlton. The TMA sponsor ecosystem. Us wearing TMA hats outside of the studio is kinda "Dig Me." The passing of former Mizzou Tiger great, Aldon Smith. Doug's barnhof. Bungee jumping accident in Brazil. We're AI Proof on this show. Doug loves pudding.Jackson spends his day drinking just to pass the time. Places to just stop off for one. Stop Off places being sent in fast and furious.Cheers. Ever been to the Cheers bar? Didn't notice any sapphos at the wedding. Didn't go home with anyone, Carl or otherwise. Tim's upset with Mizzou start times. Who's The Boss.And the winner of the Design Aire Heating & Cooling EMOTD is...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00-14:34) Joined by voice of the Blues, Chris Kerber talking about the Stanley Cup and Carolina finally getting to the mountain top. Kerbs also talks about some offseason Blues topics including the upcoming draft. How far off are The Blues? Lots of draft talk.(14:42-37:05) Might have another Coors Field situation on our hands in Vegas. Jackson has decided he WILL sign at his appearance this coming Friday. Fox Sports breaks down the record-breaking viewership for USA – Paraguay and Zlatan comments it's due to his presence. Waxing your own car. Doug wants American accents and coaches. World Cup, US Open, Cards vs. Royals, and Friday with Papers, how do you do? The TLR video game. The Texas Tech/Brendan Sorsby situation. The FIFA Kansas City World Cup shirts has the St. Louis arch on it. The Tradesman's Entrance.(37:15-48:50) You'll be hearing Free Bird tonight around 9:20 in St. Louis. Updated odds on the World Series. Bullpen concerns starting to show themselves a little bit. Jon Jay said without saying that we shouldn't have Nevin Shapiro on the show during Spring Training. Nevin's adamant that 2019 LSU isn't as good as 2001 Miami. Hanky Panky, Hide The Salami.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With the start of the 2026 World Cup, Jason revisits his conversation with Fox Sports lead soccer analyst and USMNT '94 World Cup legend Alexi Lalas. Alexi shares his lifelong passion for the game, from youth sports to the global stage. He highlights the unique qualities that make soccer so infectious worldwide and discusses his predictions for how the 2026 tournament would take over North America. Bring on the Stupid: A wild and rowdy Danish National Mullet Championship in Copenhagen brought together thousands of spectators to watch men proudly show off their 'manes.' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Marketing isn't the thing small-business owners hate — it's the thing they're afraid of, and they're afraid of it because nobody ever explains it. On this Luray-Page Chamber edition of The Valley Today, host Janet Michael is back on the Zooms with Colton Wolf — owner of White Wolf Communications Group and a familiar voice on the show from his earlier conversations about the theater in Stanley — for a wide-ranging talk about why small and mid-sized businesses deserve the same strategic communications work the big brands get, and how a Page County firm is delivering it. Colton walks through how his firm grew from a pandemic-era pivot and a Georgetown public-relations program into a five-person team that builds holistic strategies for nonprofits, local pillars like Racey Engineering, and PACA — partnerships that started with Colton being president of PACA's first leadership club back in high school. The conversation digs into the realities of modern marketing in a noisy landscape (Snapchat, YouTube, Facebook, and Google all competing for the same mental real estate), why word-of-mouth alone isn't enough anymore, why the right overhead investment for a communications firm is its people, and the moment Colton lives for: when a client says, "I never even thought of that." Plus a couple of Page County Chamber events worth your time. ABOUT WHITE WOLF COMMUNICATIONS GROUP A Page County-based communications firm focused on small and mid-sized businesses and nonprofits across the region. Services span communications planning, public relations, social media strategy and management, website design and SEO, print and surface design, photography, and videography (including drone work). Engagements range from monthly retainer packages to one-off projects. LURAY-PAGE CHAMBER EVENTS COMING UP • Business After Hours — Thursday, June 18, 2026 • 5:30–7:00 PM • Il Vesuvio Italian Restaurant and Pizzeria • You do not need to be a Chamber member to attend — a great way to test-drive the Chamber. • Lunch & Learn: Accessing Capital for Startups and Small Businesses — Wednesday, June 24, 2026 • 11:30 AM–1:00 PM • Chamber Boardroom, 18 Campbell Street, Luray • Speaker: Leslie Currle, People Inc. Financial Services • Part of a new quarterly series, Capital Readiness for Small Businesses, designed to strengthen local businesses and expand access to capital. LINKS & RESOURCES • White Wolf Communications Group: whitewolfcg.com • Email: contact@whitewolfcg.com • White Wolf on Facebook • Luray-Page Chamber of Commerce: luraypagechamber.com (event registration and details) 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

FOX Sports, FIFA Fever, and… Dental Drama?! On this episode of Latinos Out Loud, things get muy loco in the best way. LOL was invited to FOX Sports' FIFA World Cup 2026 Media Day, where fútbol legends and broadcasting heavyweights like Javier “Chicharito” Hernández, Stu Holden, Alexi Lalas, Carli Lloyd, Rebecca Lowe, and Rob Stone were all in the building — kicking off FOX Sports' massive, never‑been‑done‑before World Cup coverage. But plot twist: Rachel La Loca couldn't make it as she was red-carded and taken out of play because of emergency dental surgery. So producer and boyfriend Eddie Castro, subbed in, grabbed the mic and conducted the interviews on Rachel's behalf. And let's just say — Eddie understood the assignment. From behind‑the‑scenes excitement to the broadcasters' hype for 2026, Eddie gets the inside scoop straight from the fútbol royalty themselves. It's exclusive. It's hilarious. It's fútbol‑fueled chaos. And it's 100% Latinos Out Loud.   #FIFA #WorldCup #FoxSports #LatinosOutLoud #Soccer #Futbol Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

00:00 – 25:01 – JMV is out at Ralston’s Drafthouse for a Friday edition of the show! What did John think of the Hurricanes taking a 3-2 lead in the Stanley Cup Finals? Was he impressed by the Fever’s overtime win over the Sky last night? 25:02 - 40:16 – Indy Eleven defender Pat Hogan joins the show! Pat and JMV discuss the World Cup! They also discuss Pat’s injury, what his recovery process has been like, and what he wants to do when he gets back on the pitch. 40:17 - 45:18– JMV wraps up the 1st hour with a phone call from a listener! 45:19 – 1:09:41 – Brian Sciaretta from Fox Sports joins the show ahead of USA vs Paraguay in the World Cup! He and JMV preview the matchup, and discuss what would count as a successful tournament for the Americans. 1:09:42 – 1:22:05 – Daniel from Ralston’s Drafthouse joins the show and discusses what they have coming up! 1:22:06 – 1:30:44 - JMV wraps up the 2nd hour of the show! 1:30:45 – 1:58:58 – Former IU head coach Tom Crean joins the show! Coach Crean gives his thoughts on his former player OG Anunoby’s game-winner for the Knicks in Game 4 of the NBA Finals! 1:58:59 – 2:09:34 – JMV reads some questions and comments on the text line! 2:09:35 – 2:18:32 – JMV wraps up the show! Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 - 26:05 - Former IU head coach Tom Crean joins the show! Coach Crean gives his thoughts on his former player OG Anunoby’s game-winner for the Knicks in Game 4 of the NBA Finals! 26:06 - 43:37 - Brian Sciaretta from Fox Sports joins the show ahead of USA vs Paraguay in the World Cup! He and JMV preview the matchup, and discuss what would count as a successful tournament for the Americans. 43:38 - 55:34 - Indy Eleven defender Pat Hogan joins the show! Pat and JMV discuss the World Cup! They also discuss Pat’s injury, what his recovery process has been like, and what he wants to do when he gets back on the pitch.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It started with an email and one really good lecture — and turned into the biggest day in Shenandoah County history in a generation. On this bonus Shenandoah County Tourism episode, host Janet Michael and Kary Haun head to the historic courthouse in Woodstock to talk with Suzanne McIlwee and Kim Yeck, co-chairs of Shenandoah County Celebrates 1776 — a free, full-day VA 250 commemoration happening Saturday, June 20, 2026, hosted by the Shenandoah County Historical Society. Suzanne and Kim walk through how a chapter-meeting idea grew into a downtown-wide event featuring the fifth great-grandson of Patrick Henry delivering "Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death" in character, the 1st and 8th Virginia Regiments encamped on East Court Street, a mounted dragoon cavalry unit doing demonstrations, lectures running simultaneously in three churches, a Williamsburg-trained cordwainer, a master gunsmith, a tape loomist, an 18th-century surveyor, period authors and book signings, kids' activities and a scavenger hunt, historical dancing on the courthouse lawn at 4 PM, museums open all day, and a special 250 Celebration Ale being unveiled. Plus shuttle and parking info, the opening ceremony schedule, and one truly pressing question: do they still need a fifer? (Yes. Yes they do.) EVENT DETAILS — SHENANDOAH COUNTY CELEBRATES 1776 Saturday, June 20, 2026 Downtown Woodstock, Virginia • Centered on the historic courthouse, East Court Street, West Court Street, and Lawyer's Row Free admission • Rain or shine • Family-friendly • Colonial dress encouraged Opening ceremony: 10:00 AM at the historic courthouse (Theatre Shenandoah preview at 9:45) Event runs through the afternoon, with the historical dance on the courthouse lawn at 4:00 PM Street closures: East Court Street and a portion of West Court Street barricaded all day; Main Street briefly closed for the opening ceremony Parking: county administration building (600 N. Main Street) with shuttle service to East Court Street, running 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM; additional parking at the old Woodstock High School lot on West Court Street and at lots throughout town Museums open all day: historic courthouse, Marshall House, Wickham House, Ott-Magruder-Grable Museum KICKOFF EVENT — SAVE THE DATE Free screening of the 1776 movie — Sunday, June 14, 2026 • 4:30 PM Co-presented by the Shenandoah County Historical Society and Woodstock Community Theatre LINKS & RESOURCES • Event website: shenandoah250.org • Event Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/ShenCo1776/ • Shenandoah County Historical Society — host organization, with archives and ancestry research support • Visit Shenandoah County: VisitShenandoahCounty.com • Play the fife? The organizers want to hear from you — contact via shenandoah250.org 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

It's the biggest sporting event in the world, as every four years the FIFA World Cup is held in Soccer.And on this special edition of the podcast, host T.J. Rives is joined by Fox Sports' long time lead host for their Soccer coverage, Rob Stone. Rob and T.J. are long time friends from the 1990's in the Tampa Bay market and his love of Soccer was apparent then, as he shared great stories from early in his career.He also discusses his preparation for all of their pregame, halftime and post game coverage. What will happen with the U.S. Men's national team and their chances? What about working with former national team star/Fox analyst Alexi Lalas and more?Hear it all in this World Cup conversation with Rob Stone of Fox on the "LWOS Media Podcast!" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc!

It's the biggest sporting event in the world, as every four years the FIFA World Cup is held in Soccer.And on this special edition of the podcast, host T.J. Rives is joined by Fox Sports' long time lead host for their Soccer coverage, Rob Stone. Rob and T.J. are long time friends from the 1990's in the Tampa Bay market and his love of Soccer was apparent then, as he shared great stories from early in his career.He also discusses his preparation for all of their pregame, halftime and post game coverage. What will happen with the U.S. Men's national team and their chances? What about working with former national team star/Fox analyst Alexi Lalas and more?Hear it all in this World Cup conversation with Rob Stone of Fox on the "LWOS Media Podcast!" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc!

You don't need Johns Hopkins to become a nurse. You don't even need four years. On this Laurel Ridge Community College edition of The Valley Today, host Janet Michael is back on the Zooms with Director of Marketing Guy Curtis, joined by Dr. Scott Vanderkooi, Dean of Health Professions, and Dr. Amanda Hodges, Interim Director of Nursing — to talk about how someone in this region can become a working RN in two years, often for far less money than they assume, and with a 100% job placement rate to show for it. The bigger news in this conversation is the launch of a brand-new weekend-and-online cohort starting in spring 2027, designed specifically for people who can't quit their jobs to go back to school. Online lectures, weekend labs, weekend clinicals — built around the reality that most adult learners are already working. Amanda walks through what the program looks like, who it's right for, and how CNAs, LPNs, EMTs, paramedics, and even total beginners can step in. Plus: how G3 state funding can cover the last dollar of tuition for eligible Virginia residents, and the upcoming online information sessions where you can learn more. ABOUT THE NEW WEEKEND RN COHORT Launching spring 2027, Laurel Ridge's new RN nursing cohort is built for adult learners who can't step away from full-time work. Lectures and coursework are delivered online. Labs, simulations, and clinical hours run on weekends. The program leads to an RN license — the same credential as the traditional weekday program — and qualifies for G3 last-dollar tuition funding for eligible Virginia residents. WHO IT'S FOR • Adults currently working who want to change careers • CNAs, LPNs, EMTs, paramedics, and surgical techs looking to advance to RN • People with no prior healthcare experience who want to enter the field • Anyone who needs to keep their current job while going to nursing school INFORMATION SESSIONS • First session: Monday, June 23, 2026 — online • Additional sessions throughout July (dates listed at laurelridge.edu/nursing) • Sessions cover the new weekend cohort, the traditional RN program, the CNA program, and the Practical Nursing program — plus admission requirements, the entrance exam, and how to prepare. Parents of high school students considering nursing careers are welcome to attend. ABOUT G3 FUNDING G3 (Get Skilled, Get a Job, Give Back) is a Virginia state program that covers the "last dollar" of tuition costs for high-demand career programs at Virginia community colleges. Eligibility is based on household income — roughly $100,000 to $128,000 depending on household size — and Virginia residency. G3 stacks on top of any federal financial aid (like FAFSA) so it covers what other aid doesn't. LINKS & RESOURCES • Laurel Ridge Nursing — program info, info session registration, application: laurelridge.edu/nursing • Schedule a campus visit: laurelridge.edu/visit • G3 funding eligibility and details: laurelridge.edu/G3  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

FOX Sports lead World Cup announcer John Strong joins the show to talk about the upcoming World Cup games, what it is like having the US host some games, and what he thinks Team USA’s chances are to go deep into this tournament. // Headline Rewrites: Game Four of the NBA Finals tips off at 5:30p tonight in New York. In an Interview with Time, LeBron James said "There's no question" that he is the GOAT. Brandon Aiyuk took a shot at the 49ers for the second time in three days. // NFL Headlines: Kyler Murray discusses the toughest part of adjusting to Minnesota’s offense, longtime Browns offensive lineman Joel Bitonio reminisces on his time playing with Johnny Manziel, and George Kittle expects himself to be ready to play by week 1. // We go through the Mariners roster and figure out which position has the most depth on this Mariners roster. 

As the 2026 FIFA World Cup gets underway, FOX Sports host Rob Stone joins Press Profiles to reflect on a broadcasting career that has taken him from local TV in Albany, Georgia, to the biggest stages in sports. Rob shares stories from nine World Cups, the evolution of soccer in America, and what viewers can expect from this summer's tournament. He also revisits his infamous Chili Pepper Institute segment, explains the origin of bowling's "Hambone," talks Big Noon Kickoff, David Letterman, WWE championship glory, Colgate University, and why being a "good dude" and "good hang" might be what matters most.

How good is Brendan Sorsby the player? Oh, and more fallout from Monday's decision. Bruce Feldman joins us to discuss the latest. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's another primary day, and critical races are testing the true strength of political endorsements, shifting demographics, and candidate platforms. Lee Carter, founder and CEO of the Carter Intelligence Group, joins the Rundown to break down why voter enthusiasm and turnout are going to be the most vital metrics to watch ahead of November. Plus, Carter analyzes the growing identity crisis within the Democratic Party, and looks at the media strategies and cultural narratives impacting both sides of the aisle.For the first time in history, three nations, the U.S., Mexico, and Canada, are playing host to the FIFA World Cup, which is set to be the largest tournament to date. Ahead of Thursday's massive kickoff, FOX Sports lead soccer analyst and USMNT '94 World Cup legend Alexi Lalas joins the Rundown to discuss his expectations for the U.S. Men's National Team and reveal which countries he deems the top contenders. Alexi also addresses Iran qualifying for the tournament, breaking down the powerful geopolitical significance of them playing games on U.S. soil and how soccer can serve as a unique unifier. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jason Smith and Mike Harmon reacted to Knicks head coach Mike Brown ripping the officials in his post-game press conference. Fox Sports 1 NBA Analyst Ric Bucher dropped in for a Finals visit. And Jason explained why he’s incredibly optimistic about his NY Knicks heading into Game 4!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Fox Sports' lead College Football analyst Joel Klatt picks 5 teams that he is buying for the 2026 season and 5 teams that he is selling. Klatt evaluates teams like Alabama and Penn State as well as Lane Kiffin's current and former teams: LSU and Ole Miss, deciding whether now is the time to buy them before they go up this season or sell before they take a step backwards. He also considers if now is the time to buy programs with 1st year Head Coaches like Florida, Virginia Tech and UCLA or if those schools are still a year away from rising up. Chapters 🏈 0:00-1:08 CFB stock watch  1:09-4:17 Penn State  4:18-6:49 Alabama 6:50-8:16 LSU 8:17-10:00 Ole Miss 10:01-11:43 UCLA  11:44-14:54 Illinois  14:55-15:56 Florida  15:57-16:57 Vanderbilt  16:58-18:41 Virginia Tech 18:42-20:38 Georgia Tech Use my code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*:⁠⁠ https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/KLATT10⁠⁠ Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 628 of the Sports Media Podcast features a sports media roundtable with Jacob Feldman, a senior sports business writer for Sportico and Austin Karp and Josh Carpenter, both of who cover sports media for SBJ. In this podcast, we discuss the World Cup airing on Fox Sports from June 11 through July 19; what we are expecting from Fox's coverage; how much Fox Sports will cover news events away from the pitch; the new on-air talent from Rebecca Lowe, to Thierry Henry to Zlatan Ibrahimović; a great NBA Finals Game 1 and what it means; the robust Stanley Cup viewership numbers for Game 1 and what it means heading forward; our thoughts on Russell Wilson and Kyle Long being hired by CBS's The NFL Today; whether Wilson has an authenticity problem and more. You can subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and more.

Since 1909, Democrats and Republicans, every summer, trade vote tallies for run totals in the 'Congressional Baseball Game.' Played at Nats Park just blocks from the Capitol, it raises millions for charity. Thousands come to attend and the lawmakers take it very seriously. It takes place next Wednesday, June 10th and it airs on FOX Sports 1. FOX's John Saucier speaks with Chad Pergram, FOX News Chief Congressional correspondent and play by play announcer for the 'Congressional Baseball Game', shares with us the history of game and his experiences calling it. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With the world's eyes on North America, icons Alexi Lalas (USA), Javier “Chicharito” Hernandez (Mexico) and Dwayne De Rosario (Canada) come together to break down the host nations' identity and expectations in 2026 - debating the role each country's professional leagues have with their national teams, the "Quinto Partido" curse and which CONCACAF giant will be the first to truly conquer the world's game. Chapters: 0:00 Intro1:46 -  Chicharito on Mexico's “soap opera” soccer identity2:50 - Dwayne De Rosario on Canada's “relentless” soccer identity3:42 - USA's “diverse” soccer identity4:36 - Alexi Lalas ‘Mexico plays like assholes'5:27 - Chicharito on USA's style of play7:08 - Dwayne De Rosario on playing the "privileged" USMNT7:57 - Chicharito's favorite moments playing the U.S.10:13 - Dwayne De Rosario's favorite moments playing the U.S.11:09 - The Impact of Hosting a FIFA World Cup13:00 - Turning Canada into a soccer country15:30 - The Legacy of the 1994 FIFA World Cup17:05 - The Impact of MLS on the host nations20:00 - MLS and the Mexican Player22:09 - MLS vs the Canadian Premier League24:10 - How can MLS & Liga MX compete against EPL, Bundesliga, Serie A?28:42 - The Lionel Messi effect30:34 - “We still need to fight each other”31:31 - Will Mexico, Canada or the U.S. win a World Cup first?33:45 - Are the expectations on Mexico fair?37:47 - Will Canada rise to higher expectations?40:47 - Criticism of Mexico's style of play42:40 - The most ANGRY Alexi ever got in a Mexico match43:40 - The beauty of the El Tri fan base45:00 - Prediction: Jesse Marsch & Canada to the KNOCKOUT ROUND?!47:57 - Prediction: Mexico and the Quinto Partido52:20 - Prediction: USA = Quarterfinals or BUST? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

FOX Sports' lead College Football analyst Joel Klatt responds to SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey saying that the SEC is “by far” the best conference in college football despite the Big Ten winning the last 3 National Championships with 3 different teams. He also weighs in on Texas Tech challenging Texas to a game in Week 1 after Longhorns HC Steve Sarkisian took a shot at their schedule. Klatt discusses the SEC's lack of a unified stance on a new CFP format at their Spring Meetings and what it means for the future. He also reacts to Kirby Smart's comments backing the idea of the SEC potentially breaking away from the rest of college football if things don't change before saluting the conference for putting an end to cupcake week in November. 0:00-2:00 Takeaways from SEC spring meetings2:01-10:01 Greg Sankey says SEC is the strongest conference by far10:02-14:12 Where do things stand with the CFP format after the SEC spring meetings?14:13-20:36 Kirby Smart says he's not afraid of SEC breaking away from rest of CFB20:37-23:43 Texas Tech offers to play Texas in week 123:44-25:21 NCAA denies reinstatement for QB Brendan Sorsby in gambling case25:22-27:35 SEC eliminates cupcake week in November27:36-29:20 Takeaways from SEC spring meetings Use my code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/KLATT10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Not everyone is going to like you. And that is okay. Emmanuel Acho built one of the most meteoric rises in media in recent memory. Former NFL linebacker. Fox Sports host of Speak for Yourself. Author of multiple New York Times bestselling books, including Illogical: Saying Yes to a Life Without Limits, published under the Oprah imprint. He has done things no one outside of Oprah herself has done. And still, the criticism came. This conversation is about what you do with that. How do you hold your identity when the world tries to hand you someone else's version of it? Emmanuel turned down comparisons to Michael Strahan because he understood something most people miss: you cannot become the greatest version of yourself by trying to become someone who already exists. He stopped setting goals. Not because he stopped caring, but because he realized goals create a ceiling. Instead he started moving toward objectives, things that stretch beyond what logic says is possible. He fell and got back up. He didn't fail. There is a difference. If you have ever achieved something and felt emptier than you expected, or gotten harder on yourself the more successful you became, this episode will crack something open in you. Emmanuel's books: Uncomfortable Conversations with a Jew Amazon Ebook Audio Book Illogical: Saying Yes to a Life Without Limits Amazon Ebook AudioBook Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man Amazon Ebook AudioBook Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Boy Amazon Ebook AudioBook In this episode you will: Understand why reframing failure as falling, not losing, can keep you moving when everything feels like a setback Explore the self-love scale Emmanuel used to assess himself at a six and a half, and what it takes to grow that number through success instead of despite it Discover why Emmanuel Acho stopped setting goals and replaced them with objectives that remove the ceiling on what you can achieve Learn how to protect your identity when success brings comparisons, criticism, and pressure to become someone else Hear the story of how a call from Oprah Winfrey led to Emmanuel becoming the only person outside of Oprah to have multiple books published under her imprint For more information go to https://lewishowes.com/1934 For more Greatness text PODCAST to +1 (614) 350-3960 Follow The Daily Motivation for essential highlights from The School of Greatness More SOG episodes we think you'll love: Lewis Howes Solo [Everything You Want In Life Comes When You Let Go] Kevin Love Amy Purdy TOPICS Emmanuel Acho, Illogical, goals vs. objectives, self-love and success, public criticism, identity and comparison, reframing failure, Oprah imprint, mindset and limiting beliefs, breaking through barriers Get more from Lewis! Get my New York Times Bestselling book, Make Money Easy!Get The Greatness Mindset audiobook on SpotifyText Lewis AIYouTubeInstagramWebsiteTiktokFacebookX Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.