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eyes will be on Carlos Alcaraz as he returns from a wrist injury that has kept him sidelined since Barcelona in April and despite his absence he is a warm favourite to successfully defend his Flushing Meadows crown.Alcaraz's fiercest rival and the man he defeated in last year's final, Jannik Sinner, remains out but there are still plenty of dangers to the Spaniard with French Open hero Alexander Zverev and 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic seen as the two most likely to dethrone him by the bookmakers.
Ty Nathan Clark and Nathan Terborg are back! A career that ends because your body says “no” forces a kind of honesty most of us try to avoid. That's why the Rafael Nadal Netflix documentary hit us so hard and why we couldn't stop talking about it as artists.We trace Nadal's mindset back to the studio: the way victory fades fast, the way difficulty becomes the real teacher, and the way motivation can turn dangerous when it turns into obsession. We also dig into the difference between an athlete's timeline and an artist's timeline. Tennis can become a race against time, but art can be a lifelong practice, which means we get to adapt, evolve, and keep making work for decades if we stay present and keep training.Along the way, we pull quotes from Nadal, his dad, and his coaches to talk about pressure, discipline, community, and perspective. We explore why “control the controllables” is a studio survival tool, how self-made deadlines can sharpen your focus, and what it means to compete with yourself without turning art into a zero-sum game. We also ask the uncomfortable question: what does “suffering more” look like for an artist, and how do we bring joy into the drive so we don't regret the moments we're living right now?In the coming Part 2 we will discuss Georg Baselitz and his life long practice, comparing it to the short period of time Nadal was able to complete.Subscribe, share this with an artist friend, and leave a review if the conversation helps you show up stronger tomorrow. What's one controllable you're focusing on this week?Send us a message - we would love to hear from you! Make sure to follow us on Instagram here:@justmakeartpodcast @tynathanclark @nathanterborgWatch the Video Episode on Youtube or Spotify,https://www.youtube.com/@JustMakeArtPodcast
Episode Summary On this episode of the Work at Home Rockstar Podcast, host Tim Melanson sits down with Anil Gupta, owner of For Your Eyes Only LLC and known internationally as The Love Doctor. Anil opens up about being suicidal in 2008, and how that low point became the turning point that led him to speak to audiences of up to 10,000 people, write three bestselling books, and appear on major media outlets including TEDx, Fox News, Sky TV, ABC, NBC, iHeartRadio, and Harvard. Anil shares his "happiness formula" built around giving, and explains how small acts of kindness can change someone's life without you ever knowing it. He and Tim dig into overcoming fear by saying yes to opportunities first and figuring out the details afterward, building real skill through practice and immersion (Anil says it takes about 20 hours to get noticeably better at almost anything), and how to spot a coach or mentor who can actually deliver results. Anil also introduces his Smart Select System, designed to help singles choose an ideal partner by collecting and analyzing information rather than rushing in on feelings alone, and talks about helping couples and families communicate and find more harmony. The conversation wraps with a fun detour into music, including Anil's favorite bands and a memorable story from a Rolling Stones concert. Who is Anil Gupta? Anil Gupta is internationally known as The Love Doctor. He overcame a suicidal period in 2008, and has since formulated the Happiness Formula, The Happiness Test, the Relationship Score, Relationship Ratio, The Three Way Test, and the Smart Select System. Anil helps singles, couples, and families work through struggles and issues in relationships and communication. Anil is a triple best-selling international author (Immediate Happiness, Heart Map for Health, and Heart Map for Vitality), a TEDx speaker, and has been featured in outlets including iHeartRadio, Fox News, Sky TV, Harvard, ABC, and NBC. He has spoken as a keynote speaker for audiences of over 10,000, and during the interview shared that he has coached Wimbledon, US Open, French Open, and Italian Open champions. He has held relationship and mindset workshops in over 18 countries, translated into 8 languages. Anil is the owner of For Your Eyes Only LLC and has been working from home for 23 years. Connect with Anil Gupta Website: https://meetanil.com/ Book a Call: https://chatwithanil.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AnilLoveDoc/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anilgupta_lovedoctor/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anilgupta-lovedoctor/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AnilLoveDoc Host Contact Details Website: https://workathomerockstar.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/workathomerockstar Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/workathomerockstar LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timmelanson YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WorkAtHomeRockStarPodcast X / Twitter: https://twitter.com/workathomestar Email: tim@workathomerockstar.com Timestamps 00:00 Welcome and Introductions 00:39 From Rock Bottom to Purpose 02:30 Happiness Formula Giving 04:07 Kindness Changes Lives 05:07 Fear of Failure Lessons 07:26 Say Yes Then Figure 09:57 Practice and 20 Hours 13:13 Finding a Great Coach 14:44 Starting as a Coach 16:15 Stage Nerves and Feelings 18:12 Inspiring Others by Trying 19:23 Inspiring Others 19:49 Be So Amazing 20:24 Small Wins Mindset 21:46 Smart Select System 23:06 Why Relationships Fail 24:29 Single Stigma Pressure 26:51 Coaching Promise 28:18 Change Yourself First 30:47 Feed The Good Wolf 31:45 Work With Anil 32:28 Rockstar Favorites 32:50 Rolling Stones Story 34:38 Final Thanks Outro Disclaimers Personal Development & Coaching Note: This episode includes personal opinions and coaching philosophy from our guest, shared for inspiration and general insight rather than as individualized advice. Sensitive Topic Heads-Up: This episode includes a personal story about suicide and mental health struggles. It's shared with care and from a place of healing, but listener discretion is advised. Individual Results May Vary: Any results, outcomes, or timelines mentioned by our guest reflect their own experience or specific clients. Your results may differ.
Andy Roddick sits down with 2026 Roland Garros champion Mirra Andreeva just weeks after her breakthrough Grand Slam victory. Having won the 2026 French Open earlier this year and preparing for the North American hard-court swing, Mirra reflects on the emotions of becoming a major champion, working with Conchita Martínez, and the viral "Thank Me" speeches. Plus: Andy and Producer Mike break down the top players withdrawing from the Canadian Open, the Venus Williams doubles shuffle in DC, and a first look at the star-studded US Open mixed doubles field — Sabalenka/Djokovic, Rybakina/Fritz, Andreeva/Rublev and more. COMMENT BELOW: What's your favorite Mirra Andreeva moment?
Calvin Betton, George Bellshaw and James Gray are back with another look at the week in tennis. This week: the doubles fightback starts in Washington, more Masters 1000 withdrawal fallout, the 2028 Olympic schedule is announced, the most epic Davis Cup finish ever, and three new tour title-winners. Here's what they discussed **** Washington tournament owner Mark Ein has been doing the media rounds this week (including a stop on Ben Rothenberg's Bounces), and it caught our ear when he declared himself a doubles superfan. Ein says Washington has gone as far as almost any tournament to promote doubles, including proactively engineering eye-catching pairings rather than leaving it to chance His pitch: nothing beats watching top players mixing it up in doubles on a 1,500–3,000 seat side court, right on top of the crowd. He acknowledges the counter-argument other tournaments make that doubles soaks up a lot of prize money, but argues the format needs to "add unique value" to earn its keep. Washington will live mic doubles players again this year, the third year running. Tournament director Valerie Tetreault has called for change after both Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic pulled out of the Canadian Masters 1000, a repeat of last year, when both skipped Toronto. Tetreault is disappointed but understanding of the players' need to prioritise health given the schedule. Her broader point is that repeated last-minute withdrawals from Masters 1000s raise a real issue for the sport, since fans "rightfully expect to see the world's best compete." She's calling for adjustments to better protect the integrity of Masters 1000 events. The 2028 Olympic tennis event, to be held in Carson, near where the Williams sisters grew up in Compton, will start just three days after the Wimbledon men's final. Kicks off the Wednesday after Wimbledon, running as a 10-day event Mixed doubles starts July 19, singles draws begin July 20, doubles from July 21 Will top players get involved in the mixed? Not likely World No. 1043 Ammar Alhogbani was serving for the match against Malaysia when he was violently sick on the baseline, and then a monsoon hit at 5-3, 40-15 in the third set. Play resumed seven hours later. Alhogbani came back and won it Saudi Arabia are promoted to World Group 2 in the most dramatic fashion imaginable Kitzbuhel: Quentin Halys Wins his maiden title at 29. Once a highly-rated junior with four Grand Slam finals (singles and doubles), he never translated it into a senior career until cracking the top 100 four years ago - and has now broken into the top 50. Estoril: Luca van Assche / Titouan Droguet & Kyrian Jacquet An all-French sweep: Van Assche took the singles, while Droguet and Jacquet won the doubles as alternates — including a first-round win over Calvin's pair Luke and Jan. Prague: Lilli Tagger Beat Daria Snigur 7-6, 6-2 to win the title, becoming the youngest player in the top 50 at 18 and the first player born in 2008 to win a WTA title. Also beat home favourite Barbora Krejcikova in the semis. Won the girls' French Open title last year. Austrian, trained at the Schiavone academy near Milan and coached by Francesca Schiavone. Hamburg: Tamara Korpatsch Beat Hungary's Anna Bondar 6-3, 6-3 to become the first German champion in Hamburg since Steffi Graf in 1992. Germans had gone 0-4 in finals there since. Born in Hamburg. Her dad was a truck driver and the pair used to tour ITF events around Germany in a borrowed camper van to save money EXTRA, EXTRA Australian Open caps cheap tickets after overcrowding problems US Open mixed doubles entries have been announced so far, but could change before the deadline Jiri Lehecka has snapped up Fred Fontang as coach, freshly departed from Felix Auger-Aliassime's box Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Calvin Betton, George Bellshaw and James Gray are back with another look at the week in tennis. This week: the doubles fightback starts in Washington, more Masters 1000 withdrawal fallout, the 2028 Olympic schedule is announced, the most epic Davis Cup finish ever, and three new tour title-winners. Here's what they discussed **** Washington tournament owner Mark Ein has been doing the media rounds this week (including a stop on Ben Rothenberg's Bounces), and it caught our ear when he declared himself a doubles superfan. Ein says Washington has gone as far as almost any tournament to promote doubles, including proactively engineering eye-catching pairings rather than leaving it to chance His pitch: nothing beats watching top players mixing it up in doubles on a 1,500–3,000 seat side court, right on top of the crowd. He acknowledges the counter-argument other tournaments make that doubles soaks up a lot of prize money, but argues the format needs to "add unique value" to earn its keep. Washington will live mic doubles players again this year, the third year running. Tournament director Valerie Tetreault has called for change after both Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic pulled out of the Canadian Masters 1000, a repeat of last year, when both skipped Toronto. Tetreault is disappointed but understanding of the players' need to prioritise health given the schedule. Her broader point is that repeated last-minute withdrawals from Masters 1000s raise a real issue for the sport, since fans "rightfully expect to see the world's best compete." She's calling for adjustments to better protect the integrity of Masters 1000 events. The 2028 Olympic tennis event, to be held in Carson, near where the Williams sisters grew up in Compton, will start just three days after the Wimbledon men's final. Kicks off the Wednesday after Wimbledon, running as a 10-day event Mixed doubles starts July 19, singles draws begin July 20, doubles from July 21 Will top players get involved in the mixed? Not likely World No. 1043 Ammar Alhogbani was serving for the match against Malaysia when he was violently sick on the baseline, and then a monsoon hit at 5-3, 40-15 in the third set. Play resumed seven hours later. Alhogbani came back and won it Saudi Arabia are promoted to World Group 2 in the most dramatic fashion imaginable Kitzbuhel: Quentin Halys Wins his maiden title at 29. Once a highly-rated junior with four Grand Slam finals (singles and doubles), he never translated it into a senior career until cracking the top 100 four years ago - and has now broken into the top 50. Estoril: Luca van Assche / Titouan Droguet & Kyrian Jacquet An all-French sweep: Van Assche took the singles, while Droguet and Jacquet won the doubles as alternates — including a first-round win over Calvin's pair Luke and Jan. Prague: Lilli Tagger Beat Daria Snigur 7-6, 6-2 to win the title, becoming the youngest player in the top 50 at 18 and the first player born in 2008 to win a WTA title. Also beat home favourite Barbora Krejcikova in the semis. Won the girls' French Open title last year. Austrian, trained at the Schiavone academy near Milan and coached by Francesca Schiavone. Hamburg: Tamara Korpatsch Beat Hungary's Anna Bondar 6-3, 6-3 to become the first German champion in Hamburg since Steffi Graf in 1992. Germans had gone 0-4 in finals there since. Born in Hamburg. Her dad was a truck driver and the pair used to tour ITF events around Germany in a borrowed camper van to save money EXTRA, EXTRA Australian Open caps cheap tickets after overcrowding problems US Open mixed doubles entries have been announced so far, but could change before the deadline Jiri Lehecka has snapped up Fred Fontang as coach, freshly departed from Felix Auger-Aliassime's box Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this episode of Verbally Effective, host Ena Esco sits down with Dr. Seth E. Davis, Assistant Professor of English & Communications at LeMoyne-Owen College and host of the Black College Matters podcast, for a thought-provoking conversation on higher education, media, culture, and today's biggest headlines.Dr. Davis shares insights into teaching the next generation of communicators, the growing role of artificial intelligence in higher education, and how educators are preparing students for an ever-evolving media landscape. He also reflects on his doctoral journey and weighs in on the public discourse surrounding Dr. Cheyenne Bryant and the conversations around academic credentials and credibility. The discussion also explores:
I've gotten to know Joe about as well as two dads can over five years of school events: close enough to appreciate the work he's doing as a dad to wonder how - and why - he does it. Superficially, Joe is unique at our school for his commitment to his kids' tennis endeavors. He once described to me in intricate detail the cost-benefit analysis and lived experience of choosing a daily car rental over taxi rides for his multiple-times-a-day trips to the John McEnroe Tennis Center on Randalls Island, a small spit of land next to Manhattan that you access via the blink-and-you'll-miss-it Platform 9¾ exit of the RFK Bridge. To this role of parent-coach, Joe brings his own experience as a varsity tennis player at Stanford.I'll be honest: Joe is the kind of dad who makes me wonder if I'm doing enough as a dad. Also, how cool is it that he played varsity tennis at Stanford? It activates the region of my Asian American heart occupied by Kristi Yamaguchi, Michelle Kwan, Jeremy Lin, and of course, Michael Chang, who became a household name when he shocked the world by winning The French Open in 1989 as a 5-foot-6 135-pound 17 year old.When Joe and Crystal recently shared their plans to move back to Joe's hometown in Southern California, I assumed it was for tennis. That's just the beginning of the story you're about to hear: it takes place on the tennis court, but the game being played is life and karma matters more than your first serve.
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Day 10 of our Wimbledon 2026 daily live series, recorded inside the grounds. Brought to you by Novellus.Live every night at 9pm UK across the Wimbledon fortnight, with Wimbledon champions, tennis icons and special guests joining Dan to break down the day's biggest stories from inside the grounds at SW19.In this episode:Major Moments (brought to you by SotoTennis Academy): Arthur Fery makes British tennis history and the semi-final line-up is confirmedFery beats Flavio Cobolli 6-4, 7-6, 6-0 on Centre Court, only the 5th British man to reach a Wimbledon SF in the Open Era and only the second wildcard since Goran Ivanisevic in 2001.Alexander Zverev's straight-set dismantling of Taylor Fritz, and whether the French Open champion has now truly clicked into the next gearFirst-time Wimbledon semi-finalists Marta Kostyuk and Linda Noskova into the women's SFs, both under 25 and both playing career-best tennisJulian Cash and Lloyd Glasspool's title defence ends 6-2, 7-6 to Arévalo and Pavić, with Cash broken twice on serveA very personal Dan moment: Gabriela Dabrowski and Luisa Stefani, the team Dan is coaching, into the women's doubles semi-finals with a dominant 6-1, 6-2 winTennisAthlete Player of the Day: Arthur Fery, the third time this fortnight, for the physical resilience of putting together the deepest British men's Wimbledon run in yearsLee Childs joins the show on his 2003 Wimbledon run and playing 17-year-old Rafael Nadal in the second round on Court 13The Wimbledon Quickfire with Lee ChildsDear Dan: how much time coaches actually spend watching other players' matches during a Slam, and how to strike the balance between focus and enjoyment in a Grand Slam quarter-finalTomorrow on the show: Day 11 delivers Fery vs Zverev in the semi-finals, plus Djokovic vs Sinner on Centre Court, plus the doubles semi-finals across the men's, women's and mixed draws.About Control the Controllables Wimbledon LiveDan Kiernan and a different special guest every night, bringing you analysis from inside the grounds at Wimbledon. Wimbledon champions, tennis icons, players, coaches and analysts join across the fortnight. Live every evening at 9pm UK on the CTC YouTube channel. Episodes drop as podcasts the next morning wherever you get your podcasts.Send your Dear Dan questions via Instagram @ctc.podcast or email info@sototennis.com.Brought to you by Novellus.Major Moments segment brought to you by SotoTennis Academy. Visit sototennis.com.Player of the Day brought to you by TennisAthlete, age-appropriate, research-backed strength and conditioning programmes from proven S&C coaches. The platform Dan recommends for physical development. Visit sototennis.com/tennisathlete.
Aldila Sutjiadi is the #36 WTA doubles player coming off a grass court title in Bad Homburg alongside Vera Zvonareva. I spoke with Aldila a few days before Wimbledon, so we discussed her preparation, recent title, and more.We talk through recovery choices, what actually creates doubles chemistry, and her health scare from a few years ago.Managing Wimbledon prep with smart on-site time and planned practice blocksHandling recovery day to day, including physio for specific painUnpacking the French Open cramp and the role of heat and hydrationWhat clicked with Vera Zvonareva in Bad HomburgZvonareva's communications style (I loved this part)Grass-court doubles fundamentals, including staying low, first volleys, and serve-plus-one patternsAdjusting quickly across many partners by leaning on a hybrid baseline and net gameReturning from a wrist injury and a sudden hearing-loss episode with vertigo and hospitalizationGrowing Instagram through wins, highlights, and connecting with Indonesian tennis fansAldila reached the second round in women's doubles and the quarterfinals in mixed doubles at Wimbledon. Follow Aldila on Instagram below and watch her throughout the 2026 season!Learn more about Aldila & follow:InstagramWTA ProfileWikipedia -----**Join the #1 Doubles Strategy Newsletter for Club Tennis Players** New doubles strategy lessons weekly straight to your inbox**Become a Tennis Tribe Member**Tennis Tribe Members get access to premium video lessons, a monthly member-only webinar, doubles strategy Ebooks & Courses, exclusive discounts on tennis gear, and more.Learn More & Sign Up Here**Other Free Doubles Content**Serve Strategy CheatsheetReturn Strategy CheatsheetServe Strategy 101 - Video Course
We start by reacting to Deadline Djokovic and his rapid victory over Stefanos Tsitsipas. How much will that efficiency help him later on in the tournament? We then move on to the two standout matches of the day - Barbora Krejcikova's thrilling win over French Open champion Mirra Andreeva, and Coco Gauff winning the last six points to survive a final set tiebreak against Solana Sierra. We discuss what makes Krejcikova's forehand so great, the return of Andreeva's on court petulance, and how Gauff's improved serve helped her in some key moments. In part two (25:40), we cover Aryna Sabalenka having to step up to beat McCartney Kessler in straight sets, some possible reasons why Jannik Sinner remains short of his best, and the end of Dan Evans' professional tennis career. We end the show with some news (54:40), including reports of a knee injury for Serena Williams, and the decision to move the WTA Finals to Indian Wells instead of Saudi Arabia this year. For ad-free listening and bonus content, Become a Friend. Check out our new merch shop! Talk tennis with Friends on The Barge! Sign up to receive our free Newsletter (daily at Slams and weekly the rest of the year, featuring Matt's Stat, mascot photos, Fantasy League updates, and more)Follow us on Instagram (@thetennispodcast) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It's In the News - a look at the top diabetes headlines and stories happening now. Our top stories: More information about type 1 and COVID, including the vaccine, why is the latest GLP-1 medication, not yet FDA approved, showing up all over the place, what table sugar and vinegar could mean for drug costs, a new inhaled insulin study and much more I'll see you at Friends for Life next week. Come find me at Table T18 Learn more about our in-person events here: https://diabetes-connections.com/events/ Announcing Community Commericals! Learn how to get your message on the show here. Learn more about studies and research at Thrivable here Please visit our Sponsors & Partners - they help make the show possible! 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The study also found no evidence that COVID-19 vaccination increases the long-term risk of developing type 1 diabetes. Vaccination did not significantly change the relationship between COVID-19 infection and diabetes risk, and any small increase in diagnoses seen among adults shortly after a first vaccine dose was not seen after later doses or during longer follow-up. The researchers concluded that their findings do not support changing current COVID-19 vaccination recommendations because of concerns about type 1 diabetes risk. https://www.infectiousdiseaseadvisor.com/news/covid19-infection-may-increase-short-term-type-1-diabetes-risk/ XX Two new studies are challenging the traditional view that type 1 diabetes develops solely because the immune system attacks insulin-producing beta cells. Researchers from Indiana University found evidence that beta cells themselves may play an active role in determining whether they survive or succumb to the stresses that lead to type 1 diabetes. In the first study, scientists discovered that some healthy human beta cells can quickly activate an antiviral defense system when exposed to interferon-alpha, an immune signal often produced during viral infections. This response relies on molecules called reactive oxygen species (ROS), which are usually associated with cell damage but, in this case, appeared to help switch on protective antiviral genes. Researchers found this defense program in healthy cells and in people at risk for type 1 diabetes, but not in beta cells from people who already had the disease. The findings suggest that losing this built-in defense mechanism may make beta cells more vulnerable during the development of type 1 diabetes. The second study focused on autophagy, the process cells use to recycle damaged or worn-out components. Using a new imaging technique, researchers observed that beta cells in a mouse model of type 1 diabetes showed defects in autophagy before blood sugar levels began to rise and even before a full immune attack was underway. This suggests that problems inside the beta cells may occur early in the disease process rather than being caused entirely by the immune system. Together, the studies point to a more complex picture of type 1 diabetes. While they do not show that beta-cell defects cause the disease, they suggest that differences in how beta cells respond to stress, viral signals, and cellular damage may influence who develops type 1 diabetes and how the disease progresses. https://medicalxpress.com/news/2026-06-beta-cells-players-diabetes.html XX Researchers have created the most detailed map yet of how the human pancreas develops during childhood, offering new clues about why children are especially vulnerable to developing diabetes. The study, published in Nature Communications, examined pancreatic tissue from 123 children without diabetes, ranging from newborns through age 10. Using advanced imaging techniques, scientists tracked how insulin-producing islet cells grow and mature during the first decade of life. The researchers found that pancreas size varies dramatically at birth, with some infants having pancreases nearly four times larger than others. They also discovered that insulin-producing beta cells grow more slowly after birth than previously thought, suggesting that much of a person's lifelong beta cell capacity may be established before birth and during early childhood. Other findings showed that insulin-producing cells mature earlier than glucagon-producing cells and that new hormone-producing cells may continue to form after birth. The researchers hope this new understanding of pancreas development will help scientists identify diabetes risk earlier and develop better strategies for prevention and treatment in children. https://news.vumc.org/2026/06/29/unlocking-diabetes-secrets-pediatric-organ-donors-help-map-a-path-to-a-cure-and-prevention/ XX At the American Diabetes Association annual meeting, 2-year results from the SUPPRESS-EARLY trial showed that initiating tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound) early in the course of type 2 diabetes led to substantially higher rates of near-normal glycemic control and also led to broader metabolic improvements compared with intensive conventional therapy. In this MedPage Today video, investigator Stefano Del Prato, MD, of the University of Pisa in Italy, discusses the findings. Following is a transcript of his remarks: What happened is that in the tirzepatide-treated arm, 85% of the population at the end of the second year was on the maximum dose of tirzepatide 15 mg. And then the remaining 15 with the different doses. Interestingly, in the population that had been treated with the intensive conventional approach, 85% of them ended up to have, on top of metformin, a GLP-1 receptor agonist, mainly represented by subcutaneous semaglutide [Ozempic, Wegovy], 60+%, another 15% on oral semaglutide [Rybelsus], and the remaining on dulaglutide [Trulicity]. And I have to say that maybe the recommendation to really push along the line to try to achieve and to strive to achieve [glycemic] control was successful in these individuals. Because the population that had been recruited in the study started off with a baseline A1C of 7.8% and it went down to 6.3% in the conventionally intensive treatment, which is not bad at all, on average is below the target of 6.5%. However, when we look at the effect of tirzepatide, the final level of A1C at the end of the second year was 5.6%, which is on average below the upper limit of the normal range for A1C, 5.7%. This also translates into more people not only achieving normal glycemia, if we can define normal glycemia as A1C below 5.7%, greater than what we observed in conventionally treated individuals. So it was around three times more people achieving an A1C of 5.7%, in the range of around 65%, as compared to 28% with people on a conventional optimized treatment. Now, this is not surprising knowing the potency of tirzepatide. But again, going back to the rationale of the design, can we change what is the natural history of the disease? This seems to be at least of interest and it's possibly changing the trajectory of the disease for glycemic control, as I mentioned, but also in terms of the body weight and waist circumference because both body weight and waist circumference went much lower with tirzepatide compared to the conventional treatment. Tirzepatide also was associated with an improvement in the lipid profile, in particular with the LDL, triglycerides, and the triglyceride concentration and non-HDL cholesterol, and also with a statistically significantly lower systolic blood pressure with a numerical reduction in the diastolic blood pressure. And also the other thing that probably will ... become more apparent with the study continuing is that the investigators were allowed to add on any other treatment ... needed to achieve their target. So tirzepatide was just metformin and tirzepatide. In the control group, there was already 10% of people who were receiving two drugs on top of the metformin. So another potential result of the trial is that it's possible to achieve and maintain better glycemic or better metabolic control over the time without really needing to increase the number of medications in order to achieve that goal. And we know that type 2 diabetes is a progressive condition often requiring intensification of the treatment. So these initial results really stand for a great opportunity with tirzepatide. Of course, we need to wait for the 4 years just to confirm that this is indeed the case, but the initial result seems to point along that line. https://www.medpagetoday.com/meetingcoverage/adavideopearls/121967 XX A study from the University of Virginia found that high blood pressure is extremely common among people with diabetes, even among those who believe their blood pressure is under control. Researchers measured blood pressure in 172 adults with type 1 or type 2 diabetes during routine eye clinic visits and found that only 8% had normal readings. About half had stage 2 hypertension, and more than 10% had blood pressure levels high enough to be considered a medical emergency. The study also revealed that many patients were unaware of how serious their blood pressure problems were. Among those who thought their hypertension was well controlled, more than half still had stage 2 hypertension. Nearly 60% of participants were advised to contact their primary care provider, and one patient required an emergency department referral. Most patients supported blood pressure screening during eye exams, leading researchers to suggest that routine blood pressure checks in ophthalmology clinics could help identify undiagnosed or poorly controlled hypertension before it leads to serious complications such as heart attack, stroke, or worsening diabetic eye disease. https://medicalxpress.com/news/2026-06-routine-eye-exams-reveal-stage.html XX What is going on with retatrutide? This is the next generation GLP-1 but it's not authorized outside of clinical trials. Big investigation by CBS shows retatrutide is for sale all over the internet, a phenomenon they say has no modern precedent. CBS News identified more than 120 websites selling or promoting retatrutide, including more than 50 clinics staffed by licensed medical professionals. After being contacted by CBS News, at least 21 clinics abruptly removed retatrutide from their websites or changed the language to state they don't offer it. Others defended prescribing it, saying they're confident enough in results from clinical trials sponsored by drugmaker Eli Lilly that they didn't need to wait for the FDA's independent, rigorous review. An FDA spokesperson said retatrutide "has not been found safe or effective for any condition," adding that it "cannot be manufactured or distributed except for investigational use." The Justice Department is prosecuting two cases – in Utah and Florida – involving the sale and prescription of retatrutide. But the first line of enforcement is often at the state level. Ohio's Board of Pharmacy has taken action against several pharmacies and clinics providing retatrutide, and just last month, Alabama's Medical Board warned physicians against prescribing research-grade medications. The FDA has sent 14 warning letters to companies that have advertised retatrutide since 2024. Of these, at least six have continued to offer it online, including a business called Pink Pony Peptides. A TikTok account associated with the firm responded to the warning in April by taunting the FDA, boasting that the business "just had the best 24 hours ever." In May, Eli Lilly announced that participants in a large clinical trial taking the highest dose of retatrutide lost an average of 28% of their body weight over 80 weeks. Side effects – including nausea, diarrhea, constipation and vomiting – were comparable to similar therapies, the company said. "Anyone purporting to sell retatrutide to consumers is breaking the law," an Eli Lilly spokesperson said https://www.cbsnews.com/projects/2026/experimental-weight-loss-drug/ XX Pioneering research has developed a new way of creating carbohydrate-based medicines, which could ultimately replace costly drugs for common health conditions, using two cheap basic ingredients – table sugar and vinegar. These medications include SGLT2 inhibitors, widely prescribed drugs used to treat type 2 diabetes, heart failure and chronic kidney disease. Co-lead author Professor Phil Baran, Dr. Richard A. Lerner Endowed Chair at Scripps Research, in San Diego, California, said: "The point of this is to show that anyone in a garage can make an SGLT2 inhibitor with reagents that are widely available. We have not patented this method, so we welcome any generic drug company – or anyone else – who wants to use it to help bring costs down for patients." https://www.newswise.com/articles/new-study-shows-table-sugar-could-hold-a-cheaper-quicker-key-to-making-vital-drugs-for-diabetes-heart-failure-and-chronic-kidney-disease XX England and Wales approve teplizumab to slow progression of T1D. At the moment, the Scottish Medicines Consortium does not have an appraisal of Tzield on the go, so, there is likely to be a disparity in access within the UK for the time being. In Northern Ireland, access will depend on a review and adoption of NICE guidance. Sanofi is expecting to see an uptick in momentum thanks to two subsequent FDA approvals, one in children as young as one with stage 2 T1D, and a second to delay the decline in endogenous insulin production in children aged eight to 17 years recently diagnosed with stage 3 T1D. btw you might here more people referring to stage 4 diabetes. They've added that to include people diagnosed with type 1 who've been on insulin for a longer period of time – basically long enough to not be eligible for the current guidelines for Tzield. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ce8mzd94r76oXX XX Obesity Association, a division of the American Diabetes Association® (the association), announced the next section in the Standards of Care in Overweight and Obesity, "Screening, Diagnosis, Evaluation, and Staging of Obesity in Adults," published in Diabetes, Obesity, and CardioMetabolic CARE® and BMJ Open Diabetes Research & Care. Key highlights of the guidance: Early screening: Annual BMI screening with emphasis on tracking weight trends to identify risk earlier, including a longitudinal life-event weight graph tool for standardized assessment. Enhanced diagnosis: Combines BMI with waist measurements and population-specific thresholds to improve accuracy. Notably, the guidelines recommend that BMI in the overweight range together with central adiposity measurements warrant a formal obesity diagnosis. Comprehensive evaluation: Holistic assessment including medical, behavioral, and social factors. Offers a fully integrated obesity diagnostic algorithm. Risk stratification: Use of tools like the Edmonton Obesity Staging System to guide care. Chronic care approach: Ongoing monitoring and follow-up to support long-term management. Reducing bias: Promotes person-centered, non-stigmatizing care and system-level improvements at the clinical workflow level and encourages screening for prior weight bias/stigma experiences. https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/new-standards-of-care-in-overweight-and-obesity-section-screening-diagnosis-evaluation-and-staging-of-obesity-in-adults-302809670.html XX Dexcom (Nadsaq:DXCM) today announced the launch of its fully reimagined Stelo over-the-counter (OTC) sensor app experience. San Diego-based Dexcom plans to formally begin the new app rollout in July for Apple iPhone and Android users in the U.S. Dexcom said its reimagined app aims to make glucose insights easier to understand and act on. It hopes to help build awareness of how food, activity, sleep and stress influence overall wellbeing. The company also reiterated plans to launch Stelo internationally. It expects to bring the sensor to the UK, Australia, New Zealand and South Korea later this year, continuing into 2027. https://www.drugdeliverybusiness.com/dexcom-launches-enhanced-stelo-app/ XX MannKind Corporation recently announced it received a grant from Breakthrough T1D to support the INHALE-1 clinical study of Afrezza, its ultra rapid-acting inhaled insulin, in newly diagnosed pediatric type 1 diabetes patients aged 10 to under 18 years. This external funding for a trial focused on early use of Afrezza in children highlights growing third-party support for inhaled insulin in pediatric diabetes care. https://simplywall.st/stocks/us/pharmaceuticals-biotech/nasdaq-mnkd/mannkind/news/afrezza-pediatric-trial-grant-might-change-the-case-for-inve XX Alexander Zverev heads into Wimbledon with plenty of momentum. The French Open champion returns to the All England Club looking to build on his first Grand Slam title and gain ground on Carlos Alcaraz in the race for the No. 2 spot in the ATP rankings. Zverev has an opportunity to make up points quickly after a first-round exit at Wimbledon last year. But his final tune-up before Wimbledon came with an unexpected challenge. During his semifinal loss to Taylor Fritz at the Halle Open, Zverev said a malfunctioning glucose sensor led to serious diabetes management issues on court. The sensor incorrectly showed his blood sugar was high when it was actually low, causing him to take more insulin than needed. "I had huge problems with the sugar because the sensor I use gave me a completely incorrect reading," Zverev said after the match. "During the match, or rather during the first 45 minutes, I had to consume about 350 grams of sugar. I felt absolutely terrible." Despite feeling unwell, Zverev pushed the match to three sets before falling 6-7(4), 6-4, 7-5 to Fritz. He credited his opponent with playing the better match and said the diabetes-related issue was not an excuse for the result. Zverev, who was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at age 4, uses Medtronic diabetes technology to help manage his glucose levels while competing on the ATP Tour. He said the sensor error was the first major problem he has experienced after nearly a decade of using the technology. The German said the incident should not affect his Wimbledon preparations. With the sensor issue behind him, Zverev will begin his Wimbledon campaign focused on adding another strong result to what has already been a breakthrough season. https://www.reuters.com/sports/tennis/zverev-says-glucose-sensor-malfunction-affected-halle-semi-final-loss-fritz-2026-06-21/
Catherine, David and Matt were live at the end of an eventful opening day at Wimbledon in 2026. We start with the day's most dramatic events including Novak Djokovic's late night victory on Centre Court, Jannik Sinner overcoming the triple threat of a dramatic fall, a bloody shoe and an inspired performance by Miomir Kecmanovic, French Open finalist Maja Chwalinska's cruel injury on match point, and a brutal day for British tennis with ten defeats plus the withdrawal of Jack Draper. In part two (39:45) we wrap up the day's other key results including good wins for Aryna Sabalenka, Coco Gauff, Naomi Osaka and Mirra Andreeva, a strong showing from the Czech women, and a convincing performance by Daniil Medvedev. We end the show by discussing the top players ending their protest after “constructive meetings” with Wimbledon before looking ahead to day two, headlined by Serena Williams (59:04). For ad-free listening and bonus content, Become a Friend. Check out our new merch shop! Talk tennis with Friends on The Barge! Sign up to receive our free Newsletter (daily at Slams and weekly the rest of the year, featuring Matt's Stat, mascot photos, Fantasy League updates, and more)Follow us on Instagram (@thetennispodcast) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Catherine, David and Matt were live to discuss what the players had to say at the end of another media day affected by player protest action over prize money revenue and welfare issues. How much of a feature was this action on media day? Would it help if the players were more specific about the welfare improvements they're seeking? And where does this movement go from here? Moving on to the tennis chat (16:20), we cover the challenges facing Iga Swiatek and Jannik Sinner as defending champions, how Novak Djokovic feels different to how he felt in Paris, the tough spot Alex de Minaur finds himself in, how life has changed for French Open finalist Maja Chwalinska, and much more. We close by wrapping up the day's tour results (47:15), including a first career title at last for Alejandro Davidovich Fokina and a third Eastbourne title for Madison Keys. For ad-free listening and bonus content, Become a Friend. Check out our new merch shop! Talk tennis with Friends on The Barge! Sign up to receive our free Newsletter (daily at Slams and weekly the rest of the year, featuring Matt's Stat, mascot photos, Fantasy League updates, and more)Follow us on Instagram (@thetennispodcast) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ben and Tumaini are back together once more, this time at Wimbledon, where there's lots of stories in both draws, including Serena Williams' return to singles. We start, though, with the news of 2023 Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova getting a four-year ban for refusing a drug test late last year. What was she thinking? Why was this ITIA decision inevitable? We then jump into the draws, starting with the women where Sabalenka is the top seed, Pegula is Ben's pick, and Serena has taken up lots of room in the Wimagination this year. We then switch to the men, and ask the question: even after the shocking French Open collapse, is it still Jannik Sinner vs. the Field? Thank you for listening! Our Patreon is back up and running to ensure NCR keeps going and stays ad-free, and we hope you can join in supporting NCR! And we especially thank our GOAT backers: Pam Shriver and J. O'D.
Boris Becker burned out at 25. Former British No1 Jo Konta carried her family's sacrifice onto court every match and Irish tennise pr Conor Niland described a tennis player's self-worth as entirely tied to winning and losing — nothing else. Three players, the same problem: identity wrapped around results, the sport becoming something to survive.This week, in the run-up to Wimbledon, Jake and Damian go back into the archive to hear from all three — then hand over to leading performance coach, Ben Crowe, who has spent 30 years helping the world's best athletes solve exactly that problem.Ben has worked with athletes Ash Barty and Steph Gilmore coached NBA teams and the Australian Cricket Team, and comes personally recommended by Andre Agassi. You'll hear the full story of Ash Barty's French Open semifinal — 5-0 up and tightening, 3-0 down and laughing — and what shifted in her mind to turn it around. Plus Ben's central idea: the opposite of play is not work. It's fear. And most people, most of the time, are in the fear state without knowing it.Where the Light Gets In by Ben Crowe is available now.Revolut Business
Dan Evans has decided to call time on his career, with one more Wimbledon to play first. After making his decision just before the French Open, Evans sat down with David Law to talk about the many ups and downs of his 15-year career.00.00 - Intro02.00 - Why Dan is retiring now and how the decision was made08.00 - The early years37.00 - Breakthrough at the US Open 201340.00 - Ups and downs43.00 - Match points against Wawrinka in New York49.00 - The failed doping test63.00 - The comeback69.00 - Playing the greats75.00 - The Olympics with Andy Murray85.00 - Views on doubles, run-in with Jamie Murray92.00 - Coaching views and plans for the futureFor ad-free listening and bonus content, become a Friend of The Tennis Podcast.Check out our new merch shop! Talk tennis with Friends on The Barge! Sign up to receive our free Newsletter (daily at Slams and weekly the rest of the year, featuring Matt's Stat, mascot photos, Fantasy League updates, and more)Follow us on Instagram (@thetennispodcast) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Daniel welcomes his wife Carly back to the studio to recap their European anniversary trip that included a visit to the French Open, too many pizzas in Italy, and a lot of time with his in-laws. Join our Patreon for exclusive content: http://patreon.com/toshshow
On this week's episode: Space X's IPO is a POS ... We'll explain to Eli why you can't bet against Kalshi's continued existence on Kalshi ... And Knicks fans like Heath can finally die happy.To support our show on Patreon, go here:patreon.com/skepticratTo hear more from Evil Giraffes on Mars, go here:facebook.com/EvilGiraffesOnMarsGet great deals while supporting the show by checking out our sponsors:quince.com/skepticratmintmobile.com/skepticratauraframes.com (code: SKEPTICRAT)groundnews.com/skepticratHeadline Sources: SpaceX IPO is full of shenanigans: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/06/10/business/spacex-ipo-what-to-know.htmlhttps://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/06/12/business/spacex-ipo-elon-muskNo injuries, no props - CFTC proposes prediction market rules: https://www.espn.com/espn/betting/story/_/id/49019930/cftc-proposes-rules-limiting-prediction-markets-kalshi-sportshttps://www.theverge.com/business/948083/kalshi-prediction-markets-insider-tradingPentagon releases third tranche of UFO files, revealing more nothing: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/ufo-files-pentagon-3rd-release-documents-videos/Videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WpT4K5ZElXECIA officer found with $40 million in gold bars and his entire life story was a lie: https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/national-security/arrest-303-gold-bars-cia-officer-spun-tale-was-top-gun-fighter-pilot-rcna349037https://www.nytimes.com/2026/06/10/us/politics/pentagon-cia-officer-gold-bars.htmlBathroom break during French Open match:https://apnews.com/article/arthur-gea-bathroom-break-french-open-3c031bafb4dd161fb074ccadb091e6d1Bryce Harper toothpaste insanity: https://apnews.com/article/bryce-harper-phillies-toothpaste-toothbrush-63653a5054c0acd4c2db43da48d75590Trump ruins the Knicks 13-game playoff win streak but then hopefully it's happy or something: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/06/08/trump-booed-knicks-spurs-madison-square-garden.htmlPete Hegseth's fitness calamities continue to be impossibly funny: https://www.reddit.com/r/SipsTea/comments/1u3b1b4/hegseth_struggling_to_put_up_weight_at_guantanamo/
A legend secures her first win back, champions are crowned, and fashion statements outside of the box, you won't believe it. Pepper covers it all this week on the Weekly Sports Show. Catch new episodes every Friday as we bring you all of the news in Women's Sports. Play Rebel ⚡ Stay Rebel
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Defector's resident Knicks fan, Giri Nathan, joins Drew and Roth this week! After droppingGame 3, how is Giri feeling about his team? The series seems to hinge on whether or not Victor Wembanyama is dialed in. Why has his play in this series been so inconsistent? And why has the reffing been so lousy? Then, Giri talks about his experience at the French Open, and reveals his favorite sandwich he had while there. Finally, they open up the funbag to answer real questions from listeners!Do you want to hear your question answered on the pod? Well, give us a call at 909-726-3720. That is 909-PANERA-0!Stuff We Talked About200-year-old fossilsLittle Long Island Billy Joel aficionadosGoing to town on some sorbettoRichard Dawkins codedSponsors- Blueland, where you can get 15% off your first order- Storyworth, where you can save up to $20- Download the Reddit app for hot takes, fresh memes, and a group chat that never sleepsCredits- Hosts: Drew Magary & David Roth- Producer: Brandon Grugle- Editor: Mischa Stanton- Production Services & Ads: Multitude Podcasts- Subscribe to Defector!About The ShowThe Distraction is Defector's flagship podcast about sports (and movies, and art, and sandwiches, and certain coastal states) from longtime writers Drew Magary and David Roth. Every week, Drew and Roth tackle subjects, both serious and impossibly stupid, with a parade of guests from around the world of sports and media joining in the fun! Roth and Drew also field Funbag questions from Defector readers, answer listener voicemails, and get upset about the number of people who use speakerphone while in a public bathroom stall. This is a show where everything matters, because everyone could use a Distraction. Head to defector.com for more info.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
This week on The Business of Watches, a brand we don't talk about a lot on this channel - Jacob & Co. Complicated, audacious, and expensive, Jacob & Co. watches hold a unique position in the industry. The brand enjoyed a strong 2025, growing sales and volumes, according to estimates by Morgan Stanley and LuxeConsult, bucking the industry trend. And the brand recently got some high-profile exposure on the wrist of the Roland Garros winner with French Open champion Alexander Zverev wearing Jacob & Co. during his matches and on the podium. We sat down in Geneva with Benjamin Arabov, the Chief Executive Officer of Jacob & Co., to talk about the brand's operations and strategy. You might be surprised at how Jacob & Co. watches are produced, the size of its production, and how the brand is being impacted by the war in the Middle East. Finally, looking ahead to next week's episode, number 30 in the history of The Business of Watches, we're planning a special Q&A episode and will gather some of the Hodinkee team, including Editor-In-Chief James Stacey and Editors Mark Kauzlarich and TanTan Wang, to answer your business-related questions. Want to offer up a question? Please drop it in the comments on this episode's page on Hodinkee.com. We're looking forward to hearing from you and answering your questions on all things watches and business! Show Notes 0:40 Rolex And Cartier Are In Another League – A Deep Dive On The Pains And Gains In Morgan Stanley's "Swiss Watcher" Report (Hodinkee) 1:13 Chopard plans to cut jobs in Val-de-Travers (Le Temps) (French, paywall) 2:59 Chopard plans to cut around 30 jobs (RTS Info) 3:20 Swiss Watch Export Data for April (FHS) 4:35 Jacob & Co. 5:45 CEO Benjamin Arabov Triples Sales In Five Years (Bilan French)) 10:20 Jacob & Co. Collaborates On Exclusive Watch With Salman Khan (Watch Pro) 13:46 Concepto Watch Factory (company website) 14:35 Jacob Arabo / Arabov (Wikipedia) 15:17 Astronomia Regulator 18:50 Our Favorite Guilty Pleasure Watches Of 2018 (Hodinkee) 21:15 Godfather II Watch (Jacob & Co.) 25:01 In-Depth: How The Five Time Zone Shaped Modern Watch Culture (Malaika Crawford Hodinkee)
Israel has struck targets in western and central Iran, hours after Iran fired a wave of missiles towards northern Israel -- the first since a ceasefire was declared in April. The Israeli strikes came despite President Trump saying he did not want Israel to retaliate. Iran said its attack marked the beginning of a week of continuous strikes. Also: The presidential election runoff in Peru is close. The right-wing candidate Keiko Fujimori, the daughter of the late president Alberto Fujimori, and her left-wing rival, the congressman, Roberto Sanchez, are running neck and neck with the lead swinging from one to the other as the vote count proceeds. A new weight loss drug could be on the market soon. President Xi Jinping has arrived in North Korea for a two-day visit -- his first for seven years. Before leaving China, he hailed what he called an invincible friendship between the two countries. And in tennis, second seed Alexander Zverev has won the Men's French Open, clinching his first Grand Slam win after losing three previous finals. He's the first German man to win a Slam since Boris Becker. The Global News Podcast brings you the breaking news you need to hear, as it happens. Listen for the latest headlines and current affairs from around the world. Politics, economics, climate, business, technology, health – we cover it all with expert analysis and insight. Get the news that matters, delivered twice a day on weekdays and daily at weekends, plus special bonus episodes reacting to urgent breaking stories. Follow or subscribe now and never miss a moment. Get in touch: globalpodcast@bbc.co.uk Photo: Iranian missile and flag. Credit: EPA/Shutterstock.
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RUNDOWN After 16 days across London, Berlin, Paris, Rome, and Florence, Mitch returns home exhausted, overfed, broke, and surprisingly fond of Berlin. He and Hotshot Scott break down the trip, from ranking Europe's biggest cities and comparing food cultures to discussing sightseeing fatigue, Segway tours, horseback riding in Tuscany, and the realization that his sons viewed the entire vacation very differently than he did. Fresh off his European adventure, Mitch quickly pivots back to the Mariners and a pitching situation that suddenly looks very different than it did a month ago. With the piggyback experiment shelved for now, the focus turns to Bryce Miller's dominant return to form, Luis Castillo's resurgence after being challenged, and whether Seattle's six-man rotation creates more opportunities than problems. The Mariners' series loss in Detroit quickly turns into a deeper conversation about Andrés Muñoz, whose recent struggles have Brady and Joe (Mariners No-Table) debating whether Seattle can continue treating him as an automatic ninth-inning option. The trio examines bullpen management, the challenges created by the six-man rotation, potential closer alternatives, and whether the trade deadline could force Jerry Dipoto to look for outside relief help. Steve Phillips hasn't jumped off the Mariners bandwagon despite an uneven first two months. He explains why Seattle's pitching depth, second-half track record, and a weak American League still make them a legitimate World Series contender, while also addressing growing concerns about Andrés Muñoz and potential bullpen fixes before the trade deadline. GUESTS Brady Farkas | Host, Refuse to Lose podcast Joe Doyle | MLB analyst, Over-Slot Steve Phillips | Former GM of New York Mets, MLB Network Analyst, SiriusXM host TABLE OF CONTENTS 0:00 | Mitch recaps a whirlwind European family vacation filled with unforgettable sights, culture shocks, and a chaotic front-row experience of Paris Saint-Germain's riot-filled Champions League celebration. 33:42 | The Mariners' pitching surplus is suddenly a good problem, as Bryce Miller's resurgence, Luis Castillo's rebound, and Cade Anderson's rise force Seattle to weigh rotation depth against potential trade-deadline opportunities. 45:28 | Mariners No-Table: The Mariners' bullpen concerns take center stage as Andrés Muñoz's struggles spark closer questions, but strong performances from Bryce Miller, Cole Young, and Colt Emerson help keep Seattle firmly atop the division. 1:09:42 | Steve Phillips: Steve Phillips still sees the Mariners as a legitimate World Series threat, with pitching depth, roster flexibility, and a weak American League outweighing bullpen concerns and lineup questions. 1:29:28 | Other Stuff Segment: Caitlin Clark illness during Commissioner's Cup game, Russell Wilson joining CBS, Russell Wilson Hall of Fame debate, Myles Garrett traded to Rams, Aaron Donald comeback speculation, Rams vs Seahawks offseason comparison, Nolan Teasley hired by Vikings, NFL minority hiring compensation picks, Madden NFL 27 cover featuring Caleb Williams, Brandon Roy and Garfield recruiting scandal, Eastside Catholic recruiting jokes, Nick Saban NIL criticism and congressional testimony, French Open champions Alexander Zverev and Mirra Andreeva, Magda Linette Cinderella run at Roland-Garros. HEADLINES Doctor amputates wrong leg, fined $3,000 and allowed to continue practicing, Priest removed as exorcist after claiming UFOs and aliens are demons, Cat litter box camera exposes girlfriend cheating with her cousin, Man sues after alligator bites his face, Pennsylvania man attempts to demolish home after wife ends marriage, John Denver chainsaw divorce story discussion, RIPs, Stacey King (NBA champion, broadcaster), Bob Horner (Atlanta Braves third baseman, 1978 NL Rookie of the Year), Raymond Berry (Hall of Fame WR, Colts legend), Rick Adelman (Hall of Fame NBA coach), Claude Lemieux (NHL star, four-time Stanley Cup champion), Peabo Bryson (Grammy-winning singer), Ned Jarrett (NASCAR Hall of Famer), Bob Packwood (former U.S. Senator from Oregon), Manny Fernandez (Miami Dolphins No-Name Defense), Ronald LaPread (founding member of The Commodores)
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Catherine, David and Matt convene at Roland Garros for one last time in 2026 after Alexander Zverev won his first Grand Slam title, beating Flavio Cobolli in a five-set struggle. Part one - Our review of the final including both players' nerves, how Zverev said his cramps helped him to ‘let go', and whether Cobolli will have any regrets. Part two (26:07) - We discuss what it all means. Will Cobolli make it back to a major final? And will breaking his major duck change Zverev's status in the sport? Part three (42:07) - We cover Katerina Siniakova and Taylor Townsend winning the women's doubles title before looking ahead to the grass court season, including the return of Serena Williams in doubles at Queen's.Become a Friend of The Tennis PodcastCheck out our new merch shop! Talk tennis with Friends on The Barge! Sign up to receive our free Newsletter (daily at Slams and weekly the rest of the year, featuring Matt's Stat, mascot photos, Fantasy League updates, and more)Follow us on Instagram (@thetennispodcast)Subscribe to our YouTube channel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
ESPN's Chris Fowler and Rich discuss his deeply personal ‘Finding My Father' edition of ‘SC Featured,' the energy permeating the streets of New York amid the Knicks' 2-0 NBA Finals lead over the Spurs, the unexpected champions coming out of this year's French Open, and more. Rich discusses the latest episode of his new ‘This Was SportsCenter' podcast featuring a revealing interview with ESPN legend Chris Berman. Rich weighs in on Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby being granted an injunction that will allow him to play for the Red Raiders this season in the wake of his gambling scandal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Pete Hegseth has used a D-Day anniversary speech in northern France to criticise European nations for allowing what he described as an "invasion" on their shores. The US defence secretary said Europe's beaches were being ''stormed by migrants with dangerous ideologies.'' His comments mark a further criticism of European migration policy by senior members of the Trump administration. Also: Iran has accused the United States of violating its obligations as a World Cup host because of its refusal to grant visas to some staff travelling with the Iranian football team. Ukraine launches another major drone attack on the Russian city of St Petersburg. More foreign migrants are evacuated from South Africa following a surge in attacks on immigrants. A funeral is held for a seven-month-old Palestinian baby shot dead by an Israeli soldier in the occupied West Bank. People in Peru are voting in a highly polarized election to choose their ninth president in a decade. And the Russian tennis player Mirra Andreeva has won her first Grand Slam title at the French Open.The Global News Podcast brings you the breaking news you need to hear, as it happens. Listen for the latest headlines and current affairs from around the world. Politics, economics, climate, business, technology, health – we cover it all with expert analysis and insight. Get the news that matters, delivered twice a day on weekdays and daily at weekends, plus special bonus episodes reacting to urgent breaking stories. Follow or subscribe now and never miss a moment. Get in touch: globalpodcast@bbc.co.ukPhoto: US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth giving a D-Day anniversary speech in France Credit: Reuters
Catherine, David and Matt react to Mirra Andreeva's 6-3 6-2 win over qualifier Maja Chwalinska in the Roland Garros final. Part one - We discuss Andreeva's journey to becoming a Grand Slam champion, the role of coach Conchita Martinez, how Andreeva dealt with the occasion and elevated her game to win the final, and what the future might hold for Chwalinska. Part two (33:17) - We run through the day's wheelchair, doubles and junior finals. Part three (42:04) - Men's final preview. Can Flavio Cobolli give this tournament one last upset against Alexander Zverev?Become a Friend of The Tennis PodcastCheck out our new merch shop! Talk tennis with Friends on The Barge! Sign up to receive our free Newsletter (daily at Slams and weekly the rest of the year, featuring Matt's Stat, mascot photos, Fantasy League updates, and more)Follow us on Instagram (@thetennispodcast)Subscribe to our YouTube channel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Adnan Virk joins the show to discuss his immense relief to Novak Djokovic losing in the French Open because it means its one less Grand Slam compared to Rodger Federer. The Yankees could be in trouble without Aaron Judge for weeks. The Stanley Cup Final between the Carolina Hurricanes and the Las Vegas Golden Knights is tied up at 2. An did Taylor make a mistake leaving South Florida?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The French Open is no stranger to accusations of sexism (see: rare night sessions for women). But Adolfo Daniel Vallejo decided to make it his legacy when he blamed a female umpire for his loss at Roland Garros. Luckily, the tournament organizers hit him where it hurts – his wallet. Elsewhere in the tennis world, Serena Williams will make her return to pro-tennis next week, and Caroline shares why she saw this coming. PS: We'd love to hear from you. DM us with any sports questions, comments, or concerns on Instagram @blaakkkke, @cghendy, or @wellplayedbytheskimm. We read each and every one and it means a lot to us. Also, tell us how you really feel by rating and reviewing the show. Send Its: Victoires sing Celine Dion's It's All Coming Back to Me Now by Celine Dion And the PWHLPA releases every player's salary Josh Allen crashes kid's recess Josh Allen's one word on what surprised him about Hailee Steinfeld becoming a mom Texas softball player has perhaps the strangest pre-game superstition Hudson Williams acknowledges his “little bottom eyes” in Canadian Awards speech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
David is doing the shows from Germany this week as he explained during the episode. We apologize for any freezes, poor quality with audio or video, thank you for your understanding! Today's word of the day is ‘now' as the Spurs as in the Thunder as in the Knicks as in the NBA as in the NBA finals. The Spurs have done it. They took down the Thunder in seven games. Wemby won MVP against the league MVP. But what about the Thunder? It is so hard to repeat. (16:10) We need to do some updates on the CBA proposal from the league and the union. I have some corrections that need to be made. (28:18) The Miami Marlins have sold a 15% stake in the team to try and pay down debt. A $1.55 billion valuation. (35:00) Review: Hacks. (38:26) NPPOD. (43:30) The French Open is happening. Upsets everywhere! We'll have new champions! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
David is doing the shows from Germany this week as he explained during the episode. We apologize for any freezes, poor quality with audio or video, thank you for your understanding! Today's word of the day is ‘now' as the Spurs as in the Thunder as in the Knicks as in the NBA as in the NBA finals. The Spurs have done it. They took down the Thunder in seven games. Wemby won MVP against the league MVP. But what about the Thunder? It is so hard to repeat. (16:10) We need to do some updates on the CBA proposal from the league and the union. I have some corrections that need to be made. (28:18) The Miami Marlins have sold a 15% stake in the team to try and pay down debt. A $1.55 billion valuation. (35:00) Review: Hacks. (38:26) NPPOD. (43:30) The French Open is happening. Upsets everywhere! We'll have new champions! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ghana's parliament has approved a bill that contains some of the most repressive anti-LGBTQ laws in the world. The legislation bans any promotion of LGBTQ rights and activities. It still needs to be approved by the president. Also: A US judge orders the removal of Donald Trump's name from the Kennedy Center; Laos rescuers extract the first of seven men trapped inside a flooded cave; Novak Djokovic is knocked out of the French Open; the former head monk of China's "kung fu temple" is sentenced to 24 years in jail; and the hugely popular video game Call of Duty is under fire for its Korean war storyline.The Global News Podcast brings you the breaking news you need to hear, as it happens. Listen for the latest headlines and current affairs from around the world. Politics, economics, climate, business, technology, health – we cover it all with expert analysis and insight. Get the news that matters, delivered twice a day on weekdays and daily at weekends, plus special bonus episodes reacting to urgent breaking stories. Follow or subscribe now and never miss a moment. Get in touch: globalpodcast@bbc.co.uk
Tony opens the show by talking about the Spurs winning to force a game 7 in the Western Conference Finals, and he also reads a couple emails and talks about finally planting the potatoes. Chris Clary calls in from Paris to talk about Jannik Sinner getting upset at the French Open and if that opens the door for Novak Djokovic to win his 25th Grand Slam title. Paul Finebaum calls in to talk about the wrangling between the Big 10 and the SEC about the future of the college football playoffs, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : The Ozark Mountain Daredevils “Spaceship Orion” ; Gavin Grimes “Parachute” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Michael Wilbon and Tony Kornheiser discuss the Western Conference Finals, College Football, and the French Open. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Zach Heinzerling, the Emmy-winning, Oscar-nominated director behind Netflix's new four-part documentary series Rafa. The series follows Rafael Nadal across the final year of his career, from his 2024 return through his retirement, while reaching back across two decades to tell the fuller story of one of the most decorated and most physically punished athletes in the history of tennis. The series goes beyond the 22 Grand Slams and 14 French Open titles to reveal what it cost to win them: a rare, incurable foot condition called Müller-Weiss syndrome, diagnosed when Rafa was just nineteen; years of aggressive medical intervention that left him with perforated intestines; and a 2022 Roland Garros run played on a foot deadened by nerve-blocking injections. For the first time on camera, Rafa removes his sock and shows the foot itself — an image he had guarded from the public for twenty years. The series also explores the formative role of his uncle and longtime coach Toni Nadal, whose tough-love methods shaped Rafa from the age of three; the anxiety and ritual beneath the on-court persona; and the rivalries with Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic that defined a generation, including the now-famous Laver Cup farewell where Rafa and Federer sat side by side and wept. Featuring testimony from Federer, Djokovic, John McEnroe, and the family, coaches, and inner circle who have stood beside Nadal his entire career, Rafa is less a highlight reel than a portrait of a champion in negotiation with his own body — and an answer, or an attempt at one, to the question of why he kept playing long after that body told him to stop. Reality Life with Kate Casey What to Watch List: https://katecasey.substack.com The Story Behind My Podcast: https://katecasey.substack.com/p/i-was-the-narrator-of-my-own-family Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/katecasey Twitter: https://twitter.com/katecasey Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/katecaseyca Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itskatecasey?lang=en Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/113157919338245 Amazon List: https://www.amazon.com/shop/katecasey Like it to Know It: https://www.shopltk.com/explore/katecaseySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The BBC reports from the Israel-Lebanon border, where fibre-optic drones have become Hezbollah's primary weapon of war. Also, Benjamin Netanyahu has ordered Israeli troops to take control of even more of the Gaza Strip. Meanwhile, the UN has added Israel and Russia to its blacklist for sexual violence in conflict zones. A 21-year-old Austrian man has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for planning a jihadist attack on a Taylor Swift concert. The people of Kenya are coming to terms with one of the worst school fires in the country's history. Jannik Sinner is out of the French Open in the biggest shock of the tennis tournament so far, but how much was Europe's heatwave to blame? And an underwater recording of bearded seals is named the sound of the year. The Global News Podcast brings you the breaking news you need to hear, as it happens. Listen for the latest headlines and current affairs from around the world. Politics, economics, climate, business, technology, health – we cover it all with expert analysis and insight. Get the news that matters, delivered twice a day on weekdays and daily at weekends, plus special bonus episodes reacting to urgent breaking stories. Follow or subscribe now and never miss a moment. Get in touch: globalpodcast@bbc.co.uk
The U.S. and Iran appear to be nearing a framework for a deal. Axios reports that the agreement would extend the ceasefire and kick off negotiations over Iran’s nuclear program. Big questions remain about who is leading negotiations from the Iran side. Jon Gambrell of the Associated Press joins to discuss an influential voice on the rise in Tehran. Summer-travel season has begun, but this year’s is going to be pricier than most. On this week’s Apple News In Conversation, USA Today’s Zach Wichter explains how to navigate air travel in an era of high prices. Plus, the Supreme Court threw out the conviction of a man facing execution, an intense heat wave in Europe is affecting the French Open, and how a football coach is redefining remote work. Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.
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Subscribe to Throwing Fits on Patreon. Welcome to another fireside chat. This week, Jimmy and Larry are Zooming in from the French countryside and Santa Monica respectively to talk about fried audio, AI might be bullshit, Zohran Mamdani's stream dreams, the Enhanced Games, Paris is sick when you're not there for Fashion Week, capturing content at a tennis cathedral, James survived the French Open and copped merch for literally everyone he knows, what's the first beer you ever had, Lawrence fought the ocean and lost, steak redemption, remember Salt Bae, humanizing Seth Rogan, and much more.
On this edition of The Best of Stugotz and Company LIVE!: Friend of the show Adnan Virk sitting in with the guys today as they talk French Open tennis. Stu and the guys partake in this week's installment of "Think About It Thursday". Stu and company fail in their attempt to talk about Victor Wembenyama with Adnan. Plus, Adnan finally gets his Wemby opinion off of his chest. #Stugotz #FSRSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The fire at the Utumishi Girls Academy started in the early hours of Thursday, killing at least 16, as the students were asleep in the dormitory block. More than 800 children were in the school at the time. Kenyan officials say the cause of the fire has not yet been established. Boarding schools in the country have experienced several fatal fires in recent years, with overcrowding and poor safety standards frequently blamed for the high number of casualties.Also in this podcast: Israel conducts airstrikes in Lebanon's Tyre, Sidon and Beirut. The US says it wants to treat Americans with Ebola abroad - we ask a doctor if that is the most efficient way to curb the spread of the disease. Why the price of coffee has surged. Australia sues the manufacturing giant 3M for a record sum over its alleged use of toxic chemicals such as PFAS in firefighting foam. A Google engineer is charged with insider trading after winning $1.2m on Polymarket betting. A buffalo in Bangladesh is spared from Eid sacrifice - after it went viral for what people say is a likeness to Donald Trump. And is a black flowing gown an acceptable tennis outfit at the French Open?The Global News Podcast brings you the breaking news you need to hear, as it happens. Listen for the latest headlines and current affairs from around the world. Politics, economics, climate, business, technology, health – we cover it all with expert analysis and insight. Get the news that matters, delivered twice a day on weekdays and daily at weekends, plus special bonus episodes reacting to urgent breaking stories. Follow or subscribe now and never miss a moment. Get in touch: globalpodcast@bbc.co.uk
Jason tackles Abdul Carter sacking teammate Jaxson Dart's decision to introduce President Donald Trump at an event. The worlds of politics and sports have clashed before and likely will again. However, the outrage seems to flow in only one direction. Steve Kim and Dre Baldwin weigh in with their takes on Carter; Joy Taylor wishing men could birth children; Naomi Osaka hosting a black-only dinner event for the French Open; and threats from Draymond Green and Tiffany Hayes. Dre and Jay Skapinac talk hoops, pondering whether the New York Knicks are legitimate title contenders and whether Gregg Popovich still holds the reins for the San Antonio Spurs. Today's Sponsors: GhostBed GhostBed isn't just a mattress; it's a piece of health equipment. You can try it for yourself with their 101-night risk-free trial at home. Currently, GhostBed is offering a Memorial Day Sale, along with an additional 10% off for my audience. Visit https://GhostBed.com/FEARLESS and use the promo code FEARLESS. ➢ Follow Our GUESTS https://www.youtube.com/@DreAllDay https://www.youtube.com/@skap_attack https://x.com/SteveKim323 ➢ Subscribe to Jason's other channel https://www.youtube.com/JasonWhitlock?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockHarmony?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockBYOG?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockClips?sub_confirmation=1 ➢ Connect with Jason on Social Media: https://x.com/JasonWhitlock https://www.instagram.com/realjasonwhitlock/ https://www.facebook.com/jasonwhitlock ➢ Send Jason an Email FearlessBlazeShow@gmail.com ➢ Support The Blaze Visit https://TheBlaze.com. Explore the all-new ad-free experience and see for yourself how we're standing up against suppression and prioritizing independent journalism. Support Conservative Voices! Subscribe to BlazeTV at https://www.fearlessmission.com and get $20 off your yearly subscription. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 1965 - brought to you by our incredible sponsors: Rugiet - Head to Rugiet.com/HARDFACTOR and get 15% off your ED treatment. 00:00:00 Timestamps 00:05:39 Tennis player leaves French Open to take a dump 00:12:34 Japanese underwear threat 00:21:37 New UFO Files Show us Shooting one Down + Alien DNA 00:31:40 Enhanced Games is in the books with 1 world record 00:38:23 Kars4Kids Thank you for listening! Join our community at www.patreon.com/hardfactor for bonus pods and Discord chat. We love you all, and most importantly, get out there and HAGFD! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
"Dan, you don't fart? Your breath must stink." Lane Kiffin is the subject of a new Vanity Fair article in which he claims he needed Oxford more than Oxford needed him. Do we believe him? Is that even true? Then, the best-dressed man on TV and Mike Ryan Ruiz group chat world member, Adam Lefkoe, joins the show ahead of the French Open to discuss how he became a tennis guy, why Chris Simms is his nemesis in sports media, how Greg Cote can win a Pulitzer Prize, and how the New York Knicks embarrassed his Philadelphia 76ers. Plus, is the famous parrot, Woody the Woodpecker, on the Mount Rushmore of red-headed athletes? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices