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He's been a Super Bowl champion as a player. A two-time NFL Coach of the Year. One of the most respected football minds of his generation. And now Ron Rivera is back where it all started — at Cal Berkeley — as the Golden Bears' General Manager, helping build a program for a new era of college football that looks nothing like the one he played in. Riverboat Ron joins Damon for a wide ranging talk about football. This is a football conversation for football fans. Not just Cal fans. Not just NFL fans. Anyone who has ever loved the game, respected the grind, and wanted to hear from someone who has lived it at the highest level.
Brooks Nuanez joins Colter to discuss the latest NFL storylines, including Tyreek Hill's injury, Miami's increasingly depleted roster and which teams are shaping up to be the worst in the league heading into the 2026 season.Colter then presents an interview with Rob Stanton, the Billings West head football coach, discussing his decision to leave the Bears and take the head track coaching position at Dickinson State.
Cal OLB Justin Beadles joins Cal HOF QB Mike Pawlawski to discuss one of the most unique journeys on the Golden Bears roster, coming to Cal after stops at Virginia Tech, Houston, New Mexico State and Louisville
In this episode, I sit down with Michael Baker, CPA, Certified Financial Planner, and co-author of Financial Blind Spots, for a conversation about building financial confidence and creating more options for your farm family. Michael shares why so many farmers overlook important financial opportunities, the value of having the right advisory team, and how planning can help protect your family, your farm, and your future. We discuss common financial blind spots, creating a long-term vision, protecting your greatest assets, and why asking better questions leads to better decisions. If you're ready to take control of what you can and make proactive decisions for your family's future, this episode is for you. "Control what you can control. The only way to create possibility is to move forward. Reach out and ask questions. Just ask, ask, and ask. Eventually, you'll know." - Michael Baker, CPA Remember, successful financial planning is a journey — one step at a time. Share this episode with your farm family and community to build confidence and strengthen your financial future together. Resources Mentioned During This Episode Financial Blind Spots: A Deep Dive into Farm Finance A practical guide to building financial confidence. Values-Based Financial Planning by Bill Backrack Align your financial decisions with what matters most. Reid Wilkie, Farm Attorney in Medicine Hat Trusted legal guidance for farm families and transitions. About Our Guest Michael Baker, CPA, CA, CFP, TEP, is the founder of Baker Wealth in Medicine Hat, Alberta. With over 30 years as a professional accountant, Mike has become a leader in transforming financial landscapes, and his goal is clear: to be a visionary in financial planning and tax strategy using life insurance. At the core of his work is a single value: helping others create a life they love. He leads a balanced life and is located in Medicine Hat, AB. Mike has been happily married to Sabrina, the love of his life, for 23 years, and together they raise 16-year-old triplets — a son and two daughters. An accomplished athlete, he played University football for the Golden Bears and has completed seven Ironman Triathlons, bringing that same discipline and devotion to everything he does. Contact Michael Visit The Baker Wealth Website Follow Michael on LinkedIn Follow Michael on Facebook Elaine Froese Resources: Watch this episode on YouTube. Visit the podcast website SPEAKING - book Elaine for your next event COACHING - explore Farm Transition Coaching MEMBERSHIP - become a Farm Family Transition Member FREE STUFF - downloadable tools for your farm transition CONTACT - take the next steps in your transition BURNING QUESTION? Submit it here Farm Family Coach Social Media Links Facebook Instagram LinkedIn X YouTube TikTok Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction to Mike Baker and the topic of financial freedom for farmers 02:37 - Mike's journey from CPA to financial advisor and the book Financial Blind Spots 04:56 - The gap in financial advisory engagement among farm families 07:09 - Building a North Star: setting long-term goals amidst life's uncertainties 10:25 - Key concepts of the "Financial Pyramid" model for farm planning 13:12 - The crucial role of protection and insurance in farm succession 15:22 - How land and asset valuation affect farm transition strategies 18:02 - The longevity risks faced by farm families and the 100-year legacy plan 23:31 - Values-based planning: aligning financial decisions with family priorities 27:41 - Practical advice for an older farm family just starting to plan 32:28 - The importance of health, prevention, and early diagnosis in farm safety 35:01 - Different types of insurance: term, participating whole life, critical illness, and disability 37:46 - The complexity of disability insurance and the importance of definitions 40:30 - The use of key person insurance in farm business continuity 44:23 - Innovative insurance strategies involving land and leverage 48:26 - How to choose and vet a trustworthy financial advisor 50:27 - Next steps for farm families seeking financial clarity and freedom 52:48 - Upcoming farm finance, legal resources, and networking opportunities 54:17 - Closing thoughts: taking one step at a time toward better financial health
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Speedy Gonzalez would love playing a round of golf with newly-crowned Open Championship winner Ryan Fox. A round of golf at last week’s British Open at Royal Birkdale averaged a snooze-worthy 5 ½ hours. Don’t blame the weather. All four days of this year’s event were played under benign conditions. No rain or high winds affected play. The final player on the golf course on Sunday was a relative unknown named Ryan Fox. The native New Zealander was already tied with clubhouse leader Cameron Young at 9-under par as he sized-up an 11 foot birdie putt to win the tournament. A massive throng of British fans surrounded the green to watch the drama unfold. It took 39-year old Ryan Fox (seeking just his third professional victory) just 22 seconds to line-up and execute the most important putt of his golfing career. He drained the birdie putt, won the Claret Jug trophy, and captured (on paper) more than $3.2 million in first prize money. Unfortunately, the British government absconded with nearly 45% of his payday. The take home pay for the new “Champion Golfer of the Year” was sliced to $1.76 million. Great Britain’s His Majesty’s Revenue and Customs group had already pilfered $1.44 million on behalf of the host country’s bank account. And you thought the I.R.S. was tough? Ryan Fox has now become the people’s champion to help end slow play! Weekend warriors at public golf courses are monitored by an oft-times surly roving ranger who tries to keep rounds at four hours or less. Wouldn’t it be nice to see a 4-hour pace of play in professional golf? Why should professional golfers (who require significantly fewer shots, utilize personal caddies and play with the latest high-tech equipment and golf balls) take 25% longer than a player who requires 30% more swings? New Zealand native Ryan Fox is the exact opposite of today’s sloth-like pro golfers. He is already thinking about his next shot while moving toward the golf ball. Fox said, “The less time I have to think about it, the less bad stuff can creep in there.” He added, “It’s not that difficult to pick a shot and pick a club.” Indeed! It must be maddening for Ryan Fox to play golf with many other professional golfers who seem to agonize over every single shot. Sure, today’s “Slow Poke Pro Golfer Brigade” tries to defend its slower pace of play by saying the higher tournament payouts require more time to consider each shot. The Slow Pokes would chuckle and say that you, too, would take longer if standing over a $1.4 million putt (the difference between a first and second place finish) for a major championship win. Oops! That analogy just went down the drain. Speedy Ryan Fox stepped right up and sank the winning putt on hole #18 in just 22 seconds on Sunday. Other golfers have taken note of Ryan Fox’ faster pace. PGA golfer Min Woo Lee played with Fox in an earlier round. He was excited for Ryan Fox’s victory and the message it should send to golfers at all levels. Lee said, “He just plays his own game, and that’s something that everyone can learn. Whenever a fast player wins, it’s the greatest thing ever!” Should we blame the greatest golfer of all time for today’s slow play? Jack Nicklaus is best remembered for his 18 major championships and being one of the most focused golfers of all time. The Golden Bear had a tendency to stand over his putts for what felt like an eternity during his heyday in the 1960’s and 70’s. Nicklaus famously received a two stroke penalty for slow play during his first year as a professional golfer in 1962. A rules official at the Portland (Oregon) Open gave Nicklaus a two-shot penalty for failing to speed-up his play during the second round of that tournament. The PGA official told him, “Jack, you can take as long as you want when you’re over the golf ball, but be ready when it’s your turn!” Nicklaus had believed that it was poor etiquette to prep for his next shot when it wasn’t officially his turn to play. Jack Nicklaus ended up winning the tournament in Portland by six shots. He said he learned a valuable lesson from being penalized for slow play. Lee Trevino is the same age (86) as Nicklaus. He laughed about his friend receiving that two-shot penalty for slow play in 1962. “It didn’t make a difference. But at least they had the guts to penalize a superstar!” Trevino (winner of six major titles) was one of the fastest golfers of his generation. Lee made a number of suggestions to improve the pace of play. Golfers should take two or less waggles prior to beginning their backswing. They should be required to putt-out on every green without marking their golf ball again. Trevino was one of the earliest advocates of “Ready golf”. That means that the first player ready to hit the ball should go right ahead. Former European Tour star Colin Montgomerie won 54 professional events – mostly in Europe. He had a second place finish at the Open Championship, the Masters, and the US Open. Monty (who plays on the PGA Champions Tour today) ripped into the slow play seen at last week’s major championship. “TV hates it and specatators hate it,” he voiced. “Too long is the chat between the caddie and the player…it goes on forever! The (yardage) book comes out. How many times do they get that bloody book out?” Is it time for pro golfers to ditch their caddies? The role of a professional golf caddie has grown significantly in the past half century. A caddie originally just toted a heavy 40-pound bag of clubs for five miles every round for a sometimes temperamental golfer. Today’s caddies now function as the chief meteorologist (wind speed and direction) and sports psychologist (“Stay in the moment!”). Many of the top professional golf caddies earn $500,000 per year or more for their efforts. Most receive a weekly minimum payday from $1,500 to $3,000 plus a sliding percentage of the player’s earnings from the week’s golf tournament. The caddie for Open Championship winner Ryan Fox was expected to receive a 10% share of the winner’s check. I wonder if the caddie’s $320,000 earnings were taxed by the Brits, too? Perhaps we may soon see an AI-based rolling golf bag cart to follow the players around. It could spew yardages, provide wind speeds and directions, and offer encouraging words to the golfer. Especially those who just dumped their approach shot into a lake in front of the green! Too much time is being wasted in conversations between today’s pro golfers and their caddies prior to nearly every shot. There is zero evidence that the additional time spent in consultation has resulted in lower scoring in professional golf. Let’s fix it! Penalties to dock the golfer’s paycheck are the most effective way to increase speed of play This weekend, I watched as one pro golfer marked his golf ball less than six inches away from the hole rather than just tapping it in. I kid you not. The distance about the width of his hand. Most golfers wear spikeless shoes. It shouldn’t matter if the player briefly stepped into the line of his playing partner in order to quickly complete that short putt. This seemed like a perfect example of today’s slothful play. Slow play has been fostered by a lack of tough rules and a lack of enforcement. The United States Golf Association (USGA) rules do not spend a lot of space addressing the pace of play. However, Rule 5.6 was adopted to limit golfers to 40 seconds to make a stroke after the player is ready to hit. Let’s say that Rory McIlroy has just completed his second shot from the fairway. Now it’s now my turn. Rule 5.6 states that I should complete my shot within 40 seconds after Rory’s golf ball coming to rest. Pro tip – Put a stopwatch on any golfer while you watch a PGA or LPGA event. Most will hit their tee shots in the allotted 40-second time. However, more than half will exceed 40 seconds on every subsequent shot until they complete the hole. Did you know that there is already a (human) walking scorer assigned to follow each group in men’s and women’s professional golf tournaments? The PGA and other pro tours can and should provide a stopwatch to the scorer to record the time for each golfer’s shot. That information (in addition to the golfer’s score) could be reported after every hole. Upon the first violation, a rules official should advise the player that they are being warned about slow play. Every subsequent 40-second violation should come with a one-shot penalty for that hole. Players receiving two or more penalties during a round of golf will quickly get the picture. I wouldn’t be surprised if tournament scoring might be just as good or even better than today. Newly crowned Open Champion Ryan Fox would heartily agree! The problem (much like in politics) is getting the PGA and LPGA to pass rules providing for specific penalties enforcing the pace of play It is akin to seeing someone in the US House or Senate voluntarily introduce a bill on term limits or to require a balanced federal budget. Should it happen? Yes. Will it happen? Not if the players have their way. Enforcing the pace of play with legitimate penalties will also have a trickle down effect. Increased speed of play on the golf course will improve college, high school, and junior golf, too. With less wasted time, more people might consider playing golf again. That would translate into more revenue for golf courses! If Ryan Fox can help bring an end to slow play in professional golf, then consider me one of his biggest fans. 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The SIAC Sit Down returns with another outstanding conversation as Sly and Jamie welcome Miles College Golden Bears Head Football Coach Chris Goode to the show!Coach Goode shares one of the most inspiring journeys in football. From not starting until his senior year of high school, to earning a scholarship at the University of Alabama, he proves that determination and hard work can overcome any obstacle. Even more remarkable, Coach Goode reveals how he never started a single game at Alabama, yet still turned that opportunity into an impressive eight-year NFL career.After his playing days came to an end, Coach Goode's path took another unexpected turn. He discusses life after football, flipping houses, before discovering a new passion for coaching. From the arena football league to coaching at a post-graduate football academy, he explains how each stop prepared him for the opportunity to lead one of the SIAC's premier football programs.Coach Goode also reflects on the challenges of his first season as head coach at Miles College, the lessons learned from taking over the Golden Bears program, and how he and his staff are building a championship culture.Finally, he gives fans an inside look at what they can expect from Miles College football this season, including the team's goals, expectations, and what Golden Bears supporters should be excited about heading into the new year.If you're a fan of SIAC football, HBCU sports, coaching journeys, or inspiring stories of perseverance, this is an episode you don't want to miss!
Tour Pro Scotty Laycock is always good for a story, and he recently re-listened to the pod where Nick and Mark discussed the ANWA when Asterisk Talley self-combusted after a poor decision in a bunker (we've all been there!). Scotty tells a similar (ish) story, and about The Australian Bear vs The Golden Bear, in this voicemail.We're live from Titleist and FootJoy HQ thanks to our great partners:Hostplus, Talk Birdie To Me's official retirement partnerBMW, luxury and comfort for the 19th hole;Titleist, the #1 ball in golf;FootJoy, the #1 shoe and glove in golf;Golf Clearance Outlet, they beat everyone's prices;Betr, the fastest and easiest betting app in Australia;The Find My Player app - follow every player on every tour;And Southern Golf Club. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
My Father’s Day isn’t complete until I plop down after lunch on Sunday to watch the final 18 holes of the US Open golf tournament. My wife and sons became quite familiar with my annual Father’s Day afternoon ritual. I have to grind the final five hours of this golf tournament (on television, of course) until a winner is crowned. In the event of a tie, a two-hole playoff will be held immediately following the final round. Prior to 2018, there was an 18-hole playoff conducted on Monday. The US Open is usually played on the toughest golf course which the professional golfers face all year. The last ten US Open champions have posted an average winning total of just six under par. This year’s US Open returns to a windswept tract near the eastern tip of New York’s Long Island. Shinnecock Hills was founded in 1891 and is one of the oldest golf courses in the United States. They were also one of the first American golf clubs to admit women members from its inception. This will be the fifth US Open conducted at Shinnecock Hills since 1986. Ray Floyd won that one with a one under par total. Corey Pavin won in 1995 (even par). Retief Goosen took the 2004 event at Shinnecock Hills with a four under par score. The most recent US Open held at this course was in 2018 and captured by Brooks Koepka with a one over par score. In other words, this fascinating US seaside links has a long history of playing tough for professional golfers. Watch for these holes to cause the golfers significant trouble this week Hole #7 (Rodan) – Listed at 185 yards, the par-3 7th hole at Shinnecock is a devilish short hole. The winds play havoc with shot selection off the tee. The green features a unique rodan design. That means that the green slopes away from the front portion and toward the back left side. A bad tee shot is quite likely to result in a bogey or worse here. Hole #9 (Ben Nevis) – Ben Nevis is the name of the highest peak (4,400′) in Scotland. The final par-4 on Shinnecock’s opening nine holes involves golfers playing their second shot uphill by some 20 yards against a prevailing wind into an elevated green. Once on the putting surface, some players will face a downhill putt with the wind now pushing their golf ball even faster to make par an exceptional score. Hole #11 (Hill Head) – You wouldn’t think that a short 150 yard par-3 hole would cause many of the top golfers in the world to get jittery standing on the tee box. Missing this elevated green (which looks like inverted bowl from the tee) quickly brings a bogey or double bogey into play. There are four deep sand traps surrounding the 11th hole. Add a gusty wind on the tee, and this short par-3 can wreck someone’s round in a hurry. Hole #14 (Thom’s Elbow) – This difficult par-4 plays a lengthy 520 yards and moves uphill on your second shot into the green. Don’t forget the ever-changing 15-25 mph winds which will affect both your tee shot and approach into the green. The hole was named for Shinnecock’s 55-year Scottish head golf pro named Charlie Thom. Two-time Masters champion Ben Crenshaw once asked Mr. Thom why the 14th hole was named after him. Thom replied, “Look at my elbow. It’s crooked. They named the 14th hole after me, because it’s crooked like my elbow. It goes back up the hill.” Which golfers are “hot” coming into the US Open? Let’s cover a few golfers who are playing well right now. Wyndham Clark – He won the US Open in 2023. Clark then went into a lengthy slump but has returned to form recently with a win at the Byron Nelson tournament in Dallas. He also posted a third place finish at the Memorial Tournament in Ohio a few weeks ago along with an 11th place finish last week at the Canadian Open. When you’re hot, you’re hot! Russell Henley – The quiet Henley won the Colonial in Fort Worth a month ago. He followed it up with a 22nd place finish at the Memorial. Henley has a tendency to play well on difficult courses. Shinnecock Hills will provide a great test of his skills this week. Matt Fitzpatrick – The winner of two events this spring on the PGA Tour, Fitzpatrick shot a closing 66 and 64 in the final two rounds of last week’s Canadian Open to finish in second place. Did you remember that this English golfer won the 2022 US Open title? His game is peaking at the right time this year for a possible second major championship win. Cameron Young – A product of nearby Scarborough, New York, Cameron Young is another two-time winner on this year’s PGA Tour. Young is going to have a boisterous crowd of New York area fans rooting for him all weekend. Now for a few top golfers who haven’t sizzled recently but may contend this week Scottie Scheffler – The world #1-ranked golfer has failed to score a victory since late January. That doesn’t mean that he’s playing poorly, though. Scheffler’s last five tournaments have produced two runner-up finishes, a third place, 12th place, and 14th. Scottie Scheffler could complete his personal career “Grand Slam” with a win at this week’s US Open. He’ll be ready. Jon Rahm – LIV Golf’s top player in 2026, Rahm won the 2021 US Open title on another tough layout at Torrey Pines in San Diego. Spain’s Jon Rahm, like Scottie Scheffler, has a way of pushing his way to the top of the leaderboard in major championships. He broke an 18 month slump with two wins on the LIV Golf tour this spring. JJ Spaun – The defending US Open champion finished sixth and 12th in his two most recent golf tournaments. Spaun’s focus and gritty style is reminiscent of another past US Open winner at Shinnecock Hills. Corey Pavin captured the 1995 US Open on this same golf course with a memorable four wood second shot from the 18th fairway to seal the victory. Tommy Fleetwood – After finally breaking through in 2025 with a win at the Tour Championship, Fleetwood’s sights are now set on winning his first major golf title. The Englishman is quite familiar with seaside links after beginning his professional golf career on the European circuit. Fleetwood is overdue for his first major championship triumph. Don’t overlook these former US Open winners this week! Rory McIlroy – Rory’s first major title was a US Open. He won the 2011 US Open at Congressional near Washington, DC by a whopping eight shots. The deep rough at Shinnecock Hills will punish Rory if his recent issues with errant drives continue. Bryson DeChambeau – Inconsistency has been the only consistent portion of Bryson DeChambeau’s game this season. The two-time US Open champion (2020 and 2024) missed the cut at both The Masters and PGA Championship this year. However, he won twice in March on the LIV Golf Tour. DeChambeau, like McIlroy, must hit more fairways off the tee this week at Shinnecock Hills to get into contention. Justin Rose – The 45 year old Rose is playing in his 100th consecutive major golf tournament this week. That’s a record bested only by Jack Nicklaus. The Golden Bear played in an incredible 146 straight appearances in golf’s majors. Justin Rose is the seventh ranked golfer in the world. He won the 2013 US Open at Merion Golf Club near Pittsburgh. His maturity in pressure situations could give him a chance this week. Brooks Koepka – He won the 2018 US Open on this same golf course eight years ago. Koepka has played well at times this year but hasn’t registered a win in 2026. His five major championship wins have usually been on difficult golf courses. He knows Shinnecock Hills well. If he makes the weekend cut, Brooks Koepka might be a factor on Sunday afternoon. US Open weather: The National Weather Service is calling for: Thursday – 40% chance of rain. High near 76. South winds gusting to 35 mph. Friday – Sunny. High of 77 degrees. West winds at 10-15 mph. Saturday – Sunny. High of 75 degrees. West winds at 10-15 mph with higher gusts Father’s Day Sunday – Sunny. High near 74. West winds 10-15 mph. US Open television coverage (all times CDT): Thursday – USA Network – 5:30AM through 4PM NBC Sports Network 4PM – darkness Friday – NBC Sports Network – 5:30AM through 12:30PM NBC Television – 12:30PM – 6:30PM Saturday – USA Network – 9AM through 11AM NBC Television – 11AM through 7PM or conclusion Sunday – USA Network – 8AM through 11AM NBC Television – 11AM though 6PM or conclusion Happy Father’s Day on Sunday to all of you Dads! Enjoy the golf! The post US Open Preview – Shinnecock Hills is going to win! appeared first on SwampSwamiSports.com.
Gary Williams opens the show with a passionate reflection on the importance of storytelling in golf following the end of Sports Illustrated's dedicated golf coverage. He discusses the role legendary writers have played in shaping the game's biggest moments, from Amen Corner to major championship history, and why the human element remains at the heart of great sports journalism. Gary also previews the Memorial Tournament, highlights NCAA Men's Golf Championship action, and shares thoughts on some of the game's brightest young stars.Brendon de Jonge, former PGA TOUR player and SiriusXM host, joins Gary to rank the best players in the world by tiers. The two debates where players like Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, Jon Rahm, Bryson DeChambeau, Xander Schauffele, Ludvig Åberg, and others belong in today's pecking order. They also discuss potential Presidents Cup sleepers, emerging stars, and which players could make a late-season run toward Player of the Year honors.Jack Nicklaus, 18-time major champion and host of the Memorial Tournament, reflects on the origins of one of golf's most prestigious events and the vision he and Barbara Nicklaus had when creating Muirfield Village. Nicklaus shares stories from the tournament's early years, explains how he built the event around the player experience, and discusses the importance of honoring golf's history through the Captains Club and annual honorees.The Golden Bear also weighs in on Rory McIlroy's career Grand Slam, Scottie Scheffler's continued dominance, and how modern players prepare and analyze the game. Nicklaus offers perspective on course management, major championship golf, and what he enjoys most about mentoring and interacting with today's generation of PGA TOUR stars.John Bodenhamer, USGA Chief Championships Officer, joins the show from Riviera Country Club ahead of the U.S. Women's Open. Bodenhamer discusses what makes Riviera such a special venue, the significance of bringing one of the game's biggest championships to the historic Los Angeles club, and the USGA's continued efforts to elevate women's golf. He also shares insight into championship setup, the state of the women's game, and what fans can expect from one of the most anticipated major championships of the year.5 Clubs airs on Golf Channel and SiriusXM PGA TOUR Radio (Channel 92).0:00 SI Golf Writers 11:00 Brendon De Jong51:50 Jack Nicklaus 1:13:52 John Bodenhamer FOLLOW 5 Clubs: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/5clubsgolf/X: https://x.com/5ClubsGolf Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/5ClubsGolf/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5clubsgolfWant to wear Gary's Peter Millar fits from the show? Head to the link below and pick up the latest styles for on and off the course.https://www.petermillar.com/d/men
This week we're excited to present a conversation with Silent Friend director Ildikó Enyedi and lead actor Tony Leung, moderated by TIME film critic Stephanie Zacharek. Silent Friend is currently playing daily at Film at Lincoln Center. Get tickets at filmlinc.org/friend Ildikó Enyedi, whose On Body and Soul won the Golden Bear at the 2017 Berlinale and earned an Academy Award nomination for Best International Feature Film, returns with a century-spanning triptych that moves from 1908 to the early months of the pandemic, unfolding around an ancient ginkgo in the botanical garden of Marburg University, the fixed witness to a century's worth of passing faces. From a young woman forcing her way into the male-dominated scientific establishment at the dawn of the 20th century to idealistic lovers in the politically turbulent 1970s, Enyedi considers how consciousness itself is historically situated, mapping the incremental rewiring of how people think and connect over time. Tony Leung anchors the 2020 chapter with a characteristically subtle, deeply felt performance as a visiting neuroscientist stranded on campus during lockdown, whose attempt to measure the tree's electromagnetic signals—guided remotely by a French plant biologist, played by Léa Seydoux—gradually opens into a meditation on perception itself.
Isabelle Stadden had been a child protege in the pool, representing the USA on the international stage multiple times over, accruing numerous accolades well before she even reached college. Attending Cal Berkeley, Stadden continued to rake in awards and honors, becoming an NCAA All-American many times over during her 5 seasons with the Golden Bears. Weeks after completing her undergraduate degree, Stadden competed at the 2025 US World Trials. In what was supposed to be a springboard for her pro career, Stadden had what she says was one of the worst meets of her life. Her performances in Indianapolis were lackluster and resulted in her first time missing the USA National Team in 7 seasons. After that, Stadden took a long time away from the pool. 6 months removed from her last competition, the Minnesota native decided to give it one more go around, this time doing it for herself rather than feeling the external pressures of performing for a team or to satisfy others' expectations. She moved to arguably the top women's program in the country, the University of Virginia, to train under the 2024 Olympic women's head coach, Todd DeSorbo. Just 4 months into training in Charlottesvillle, she went a 2:05.9 in the 200 back in early March, dropping over a second off of her previous PB of 2:07.28 set in May of 2021. 7 weeks later at the Ft Lauderdale Open, Stadden struck gold again, touching in 2:04.37, becoming the #4 performer in history and #1 in the world this year. Listen to Stadden as she shares her perspective on returning to her sport refreshed, reenergized, and ready for more, looking towards the end of the summer and beyond.
Ep. 392: Ildiko Enyedi on her new film Silent Friend, tree time, the everlasting serenity of Tony Leung, and theories of consciousness Welcome to The Last Thing I Saw, with your host, Nicolas Rapold. Silent Friend is the latest feature from filmmaker Ildiko Enyedi, whose On Body and Soul won the Golden Bear at the 2017 Berlinale and was an Oscar nominee. Like the Hungarian director's debut feature, My Twentieth Century (1989), Silent Friend is her latest ambitious work, spanning three time periods: 1908, when the first female student at a German university attempts to begin her studies; 1972, when a student finds the activities of a geranium far more intriguing than protests; and 2020, when a visiting professor (played by Tony Leung) conducts experiments around plant consciousness. What ties the eras together is a giant, beautiful gingko tree, in a film that's equally a work of ideas, sensuous textures, and youthful experience. I had the pleasure of chatting with Enyedi during her visit to New York for the release of Silent Friend, and the conversation fairly quickly went into the realm of deep tree thoughts. Please support the production of this podcast by signing up at: rapold.substack.com Photo by Steve Snodgrass
Join us for another episode of the Home Grow TV Talk Show & Podcast, this time we're catching up with a legend of the Humboldt hills. Jason Gellman, owner and operator of Ridgeline Farms, is back on the show for the first time in over two years, and he's bringing some serious heat.If you watched the Emerald Legends documentary, you already know Jason's story: generational farmer, award-winning sun-grown flowers, Golden Bear winner at the California State Fair. But a lot has changed since the last time he sat down with us. Jason has gone deep into the breeding world, and today he's announcing 3 brand-new exclusive feminized strains dropping on PoppinFire: Blueberry Nectar (Ridgeline Runtz x Blueberry Caviar), Lemon Lantz (Lemon Tree x Lantz), and Ridgeline Rose (Whitethorn Rose).We get into everything, how feminized pollen changed his entire approach, why he's turning his whole farm into one massive pheno hunt this season, breeding tips for beginners, his top 3 criteria for selecting a winning pheno, the Bert Kreischer connection, Cookies and Heavy Hitters collabs, and what's next for Ridgeline Farms. This one's packed.Drop a comment below with your favorite part of the conversation to support the show!Connect with Jason Gellman / Ridgeline Farms:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ridgelinefarmsApparel: ridgelinefarmsapparel.comCultivars available at: Poppin Fire, Tangled Roots & Legacy Genetics.About Jason Gellman & Ridgeline Farms:Nestled high in the hills of Southern Humboldt, overlooking the winding Eel River and groves of ancient redwoods, Ridgeline Farms is an award-winning farm owned and operated by second-generation farmer Jason Gellman. A two-time Golden Bear winner at the California State Fair, Jason has spent 30+ years growing and is now sharing his genetics with the world for the first time through feminized seeds. Known for quality over quantity, family values, and environmental stewardship, Ridgeline Farms grows using natural and organic techniques. Jason has been featured in the Emerald Legends documentary, Forbes 42.0 list, Advanced Nutrients, and Bert Kreischer's Bertcast. His strains, including the legendary Lantz, Blueberry Caviar, and Ridge Lion, are grown and loved by home growers worldwide.Watch the Emerald Legends Documentary:https://youtu.be/AeP0MTL-NH8?si=gE7QXYTQ7v8Gk1K-What You'll See in This Episode:• 3 brand-new exclusive feminized cultivars announced• Jason's breeding journey from regulars to feminized• How he's using his entire farm as a pheno hunt this season• The difference between full-term and dep wash results• Tips for first-time breeders from a 30+ year veteran• Cookies, Heavy Hitters, and international expansion plans• The Bert Kreischer / Ridgeline Rose connection• iPhone footage from Jason's farm and Dakota's Ridge Lion & Lantz growsTimestamps: 0:00 - Intro (Ridgeline Farms is Back: Jason Gellman on Breeding, New Feminized Strains & the Future of Sun Grown)1:00 - What's Growing at Ridgeline Farms This Season8:24 - Congratulations on Ridgelion & Lantz Results14:36 - Why Release Genetics Now? The Shift to Sharing Genetics17:31 - NEW CULTIVAR: Blueberry Nectar (Ridgeline Runtz x Blueberry Caviar)21:40 - NEW CULTIVAR: Lemon Lantz28:40 - NEW CULTIVAR: Ridgeline Rose & the Bert Kreischer Story36:36 - What Jason Hopes Home Growers Experience42:00 - AC Infinity Tent for Breeding Projects44:00 - Full Term vs Dep: The Wash Test Difference47:00 - Using the Entire Farm as a Pheno Hunt51:44 - Ridgeline x Poppin Fire 53:00 - What else is Ridgeline Crossing56:33 - Germany, Spannabis & Events Update59:22 - Tips for First-Time Breeders1:00:23 - Top 3 Pheno Hunt Criteria (Growth, Look/Smell, Effect)1:01:59 - What's Next for Ridgeline Farms1:04:24 - Where to Find Jason &
Billings West junior Jack Ryan has several ties to the Griz football program. That plus his affinity for the new UM coaching staff led him to commit to Montana in April of 2026. He joined Colter Nuanez on ESPN MT to discuss the decision.
To celebrate the release of WOLFRAM, I talk with director Warwick Thornton about his gentle sequel to SWEET COUNTRY, surfacing untold Australian history, strange rhymes with BLUEY, and facing the challenge of making something with the power and impact of poison (Sweet Country) and being compelled to create an antidote (Wolfram).Synopsis: Set on the colonial frontier of the 1930s, in the same universe as Thornton's multi-award-winning Sweet Country, Wolfram follows two swaggering outlaws who roll into a mining town, their cruelty shattering a fragile community and driving three irrepressible kids to break free from their white masters and set off across the Australian outback in search of homeStarring the brilliant Deborah Mailman alongside Erroll Shand, Joe Bird, Thomas M Wright, Matt Nable and Pedrea Jackson, and produced by Bunya Productions' Greer Simpkin and David Jowsey, Wolfram is a taut frontier western where Aboriginal child labourers in the wolfram (tungsten) mines confront colonial brutality and injustice.Wolfram is written by Steven McGregor and David Tranter, and Tranter co-produces with Drew Bailey, and is co-distributed by Dark Matter Distribution and Bonsai Films.Wolfram had its international premiere in the Main Competition of the 76th Berlin International Film Festival in February 2026, where it was nominated for the prestigious Golden Bear.WOLFRAM IS SCHEDULED TO RELEASE IN AUSTRALIAN CINEMAS ON APRIL 30, 2026. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Hour 3: In this episode of the Sports Leader, Cal football coach Tosh Lupoi joins hosts Kreuger and Greg Silver to discuss the future of the Golden Bears. Tosh shares his vision for the program, built on three pillars: relentless effort, ball excellence, and power of unity. He talks about his approach to recruiting, highlighting the importance of connecting with student-athletes and selling his coaching philosophy. The conversation also touches on the upcoming spring game, set for April 18th, and the excitement around the new program. With a focus on building a strong culture and attracting top talent, Tosh is optimistic about the future of Cal football.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 3: In this episode of the Sports Leader, Cal football coach Tosh Lupoi joins hosts Kreuger and Greg Silver to discuss the future of the Golden Bears. Tosh shares his vision for the program, built on three pillars: relentless effort, ball excellence, and power of unity. He talks about his approach to recruiting, highlighting the importance of connecting with student-athletes and selling his coaching philosophy. The conversation also touches on the upcoming spring game, set for April 18th, and the excitement around the new program. With a focus on building a strong culture and attracting top talent, Tosh is optimistic about the future of Cal football.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Phew this is a big pod today, one of our longer ones....we try to keep the main pod no longer than an hour, but it's a tad hard in Masters week! We start today with Mark asking Nick how he prepared for The Masters given he played it 4 times. Nick explains what he did, and he talks about the first time he saw the course, and what he did. He explains the how the wind works on 11,12, and 13. We talk about preparation in the lead-up, and Nick explains why living at Isleworth in Florida was the perfect preparation - if you know why, the story is worth hearing again, if you don't - it is wild. Mark asks about the risks of overdoing your preparation when you arrive at Augusta, particularly as the course is so hilly.The facilities have had an upgrade at Augusta (of course they have, they're loaded), and we hear about the new carpark for the players....sheez.Onto the Ryder Cup, with Tiger now not in consideration, who will be the captain for the US team? We talk about the names being mentioned and Nick and Mark suggest who they think it will be and why.Mark runs through The Masters '6's'. That is: 1966, 1976, 1986, 1996, 2006 - all years where extraordinary things happened. And he tells a great story about Greg Norman from the 96 Masters, not great for Greg, or for Australians, but amusing in hindsight.What about the Augusta National Women's Amateur - 18-year old Raegan Denton from Adelaide finished T4, the highest ever finish by an Australian in the tournament! A star on the rise for sure, and we award her our Hostplus 'Plus for Golf' this week. She certainly is.After the turn, into the back 9....sorry, Masters week so it's the second 9. We hear about a few of the rules at Augusta, overall they are strict but they all add to the prestige.For BMW our Touch of Class goes to Justin Rose, Nick watched his interview at Augusta and given the pressure he must be feeling, it really was a classy interview.Then, for Betr, Nick lists the Top 5 memorable moments from the 12th hole at Augusta...there are some absolute rippers!Feedback for Southern Golf Club is Masters centric this week: comments from you on 1986, on Rory from last year, The Shark in 86, Nick's results, and a great story from David in Brasil about Jack Nicklaus in 86, which Mark follows up with an amazing Golden Bear stat.Lots of results for Nick to run through in the PING Globals today....we divert slightly from them to hear a story of Nicks run-in with US Police, and how he got out of it....sneaky...And finally, Mark's Masterclass for Golf Clearance Outlet is on lag putting - when the greens are running hot, and there are undulating greens, lag putting is your friend. Nick and Mark discuss.We're live from Titleist and FootJoy HQ thanks to our great partners:Hostplus, Talk Birdie To Me's official retirement partnerBMW, luxury and comfort for the 19th hole;Titleist, the #1 ball in golf;FootJoy, the #1 shoe and glove in golf;PING will help you play your best;Golf Clearance Outlet, they beat everyone's prices;Betr, the fastest and easiest betting app in Australia;And Southern Golf Club. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In the first hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez kicks off the show with an interview with women's rodeo coach Kyle Whitaker, previewing the upcoming spring rodeo set for April 10–13 and discussing what to expect from the team as they prepare for competition. He then dives into a Prep Extra, highlighting standout performances from across Montana high school sports, including Billings West's dominant wrestling season, where the Golden Bears went undefeated at 16-0 en route to their fourth straight state championship.Next, Colter breaks down news surrounding Montana Griz and Lady Griz basketball, including Money Williams entering the transfer portal for the men's program and Brooklyn Hicks entering the portal for the women's program, and what each move could mean for their respective teams moving forward.Lastly, Colter runs through his Treasure State Stars, highlighting the top athletic performances from around Montana this week, including a standout weekend from Montana Griz softball, which went 6-0 behind strong showings from Grace Lopez and Carah Sweet.
Gene Wojciechowski has been to the Masters more times than he can count. Now, after covering golf for ESPN for decades, he's written his first golf novel. On the latest TGJ Podcast, Tom Coyne visits with Wojciechowski to talk All Carry—a story about a down-on-his-luck sportswriter who discovers a set of Jack Nicklaus's old clubs and suddenly finds himself playing in the Masters with the Golden Bear's ability. Wojciechowski opens up about what drew him to write fiction after a lifetime covering the news of sports and why he believes golf's deeper magic lends itself to a great novel. He also reflects on covering Tiger, his favorite memories from Augusta, and how sports media has evolved over his career. Wojciechowski understands what makes golf special, and in this conversation, he shares why.The Golfer's Journal and this podcast are made possible by reader support. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider becoming a member here: https://glfrsj.nl/MembershipsYTThe Golfer's Journal Podcast is presented by Titleist.
Cal Golden Bears Men's Basketball Head Coach Mark Madsen speaks on the performance of junior guard Dai Dai Ames not only in the game against the Florida State Seminoles in the 2nd Round of the 2026 ACC Men's Basketball Tournament, but overall this season... Stay close to "WakeUpCall" on Facebook, X, & Instagram! Listen LIVE to "Wake Up Call with Dan Tortora" MON through FRI, 9-11amET on wakeupcalldt.podbean.com & on the homepage of WakeUpCallDT.com from ANY Device inside the Great Lakes Honda City Studios (7140 Henry Clay Blvd, Liverpool, NY)! You can also Watch LIVE MON through FRI, 9-11amET on youtube.com/wakeupcalldt, facebook.com/wakeupcalldt, & facebook.com/LiveNowDT. This special is Proudly Presented by: Carvel DeWitt Great Lakes Honda City Meier's Creek Brewing Company The Wildcat Sports Pub Ma & Pa's Kettle Corn & Popcorn Factory Willow Rock Brewing Company Brian's Landing K-9 Kampground Dog Boarding Game Point Sports Complex Binghamton University Pizza Man Pub Chick-fil-A DeWitt K-9 Kamp Dog Daycare Avicolli's Restaurant Mother's Cupboard Chick-fil-A Cicero
North Carolina's first ACC series against Virginia ended in dramatic walk-off fashion as freshman Tyler Howe tied the game in the bottom of the ninth and won it in the 12th inning. The performance kept the broom out of Cavalier hands and while the Wahoos still got the series win, Scott Forbes's team found out how important staying in the fight and playing clean baseball translates into the win column. Coach Forbes joins Tommy Ashley to discuss the past weekend, the lessons learned across the program and the week ahead with a Bucknell visit on Tuesday and a long road trip to California to face the Golden Bears in Berkeley this weekend. **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Josh Milholm joins the Dine One Six to discuss his food upbringing, moving from Denver to Sacramento, and early restaurant work from dishwashing to making pizza dough. He recounts serving at Spaghetti Factory and spending 10 years at the Hard Rock Cafe, then attending law school before leaving because he was miserable and returning fully to hospitality, including Harlow's, Red Rabbit and ultimately The Golden Bear. Josh describes The Golden Bear's tiny kitchen, creative food and cocktails, its role as an inclusive neighborhood space, and his philosophy of hospitality as leadership that helps diverse people connect and feel seen.
Justin Lee is the founder of Ay Papi, a California-based craft cannabis company focused on solventless, single-origin products made in collaboration with regenerative legacy cultivators.Before entering the cannabis industry, Justin worked in entertainment as an actor and producer, and competed as an MMA fighter. His path into cannabis was shaped by firsthand experience with injury, chronic pain, and recovery, which led him to explore cannabis not just recreationally, but as part of a broader, more intentional approach to health and wellbeing.Ay Papi operates without outside capital and rejects volume-driven models, tier systems, and artificial flavouring. Instead, the brand centres genetics, farming practices, and flavour as expressions of place, people, and process. In 2024, Ay Papi's Whitethorn Rose Single Origin Live Rosin Infused Gummies received Gold and the Golden Bear at the California State Fair, recognised for doing the opposite of most edibles: allowing the cannabis itself to define the experience.Justin is also a certified Ganjier and a vocal advocate for solventless production, regenerative agriculture, and greater cannabis literacy. His work sits at the intersection of culture, craft, and responsibility, with a strong emphasis on honouring farmers, hashmakers, and the systems that make high-quality cannabis possible.In this episode:Justin Lee on being Annyong on Arrested Development (2:00)Abbott Elementary cannabis activation (6:30)Cannabis as medicine: overcoming concussion, ceasing opioids and bio-hacking (9:00)Self-care to Ay Papi (19:00)What does craft mean? (23:00)What does organic and regenerative mean? (27:00)Live Rosin (32:00)Quiz: Hellos around the World (39:30)Real time habit changes (41:30)Regulatory and industry changes needed in California (43:00)Will rescheduling happen? (45:00)Pauls of Wisdom (48:00)Follow @yoswaggylee on InstagramFollow @aypapico on InstagramVisit https://aypapi.co/Visit www.giveandtoke.com.auFollow @giveandtoke on InstagramEmail giveandtoke@gmail.com
"Dreams" is a drama film produced, written, and directed by Michel Franco. It follows the secret affair of wealthy socialite Jennifer (Jessica Chastain) with Mexican ballet dancer and undocumented immigrant Fernando (Isaac Hernández). The supporting cast includes Rupert Friend, Marshall Bell, Eligio Meléndez, and Mercedes Hernández. The film had its world premiere in the main competition of the 75th Berlin International Film Festival, where it was nominated for the Golden Bear. Franco, Chastain and Hernández were all kind enough to spend some time speaking with us about their experience and work on the film, which you can listen to below. Please be sure to check out the film, which is now playing in theaters from Greenwich Entertainment. Thank you, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture and listen to this podcast ad-free Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this hour of the show we were joined by Golden Bears head coach Ian Herbers and The Athletics' Jacob Robinson. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Golden Bears Head Coach Ian Herbers joins the show discussing the Golden Bears season thus far. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Entering the final weekend of regular season action, Alberta Golden Bears basketball coach Geoff Pippus joins Brenden Escott to recap the regular season so far and help preview what's coming up next against Lethbridge this weekend and beyond into the post-season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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In today's episode, I sit down with Joe Wessel—former Florida State safety and coach, author of White Fang and the Golden Bear, and someone who experienced Jack Nicklaus's life, leadership, and family values up close. Joe shares what truly separated Jack from the rest of the golf world: his innate athleticism, his unusual ability to make multiple in-swing adjustments, and—most importantly—his commitment to never letting his family become collateral damage on his path to greatness. We explore how single-minded drive can fuel extraordinary success or quietly destroy relationships, and how intentional priorities, time management, and communication allow you to be fully present both at work and at home. You'll walk away with powerful insights on leadership, family, legacy, and what it truly means to pursue excellence in golf, business, and life. In this episode, you'll learn: How Jack Nicklaus's intangibles, athleticism, and preparation created a different level of competitive advantage The difference between healthy single-minded focus and destructive obsession that destroys families How intentional time management and clear priorities allow you to be all-in at work and all-in at home Why perseverance after failure matters more than natural talent—on the field, in business, and on the course How to recognize the heroes already in your life and what that means for how you show up for your kids Why documenting your story—letters, journals, recordings—is one of the most powerful gifts you can give your family How faith, family, and purpose can become your north star for every decision you make in golf, business, and life Get your pencils ready and start listening. P.P.S. Curious to learn more about the results my clients are experiencing and what they say about working with me? Read more here. More About Joe Joe Wessel is a former Florida State walk-on who became a special teams All-American, then spent 13 years coaching at the highest levels of college and professional football, including stints at LSU, Notre Dame, Cincinnati, and with the Philadelphia Eagles. After leaving coaching, he built a successful career in banking and leadership, where he's known as much for his mentoring and "overpaid psychologist" role as for his business results. Joe is the author of "White Fang and the Golden Bear," a powerful story that weaves together his relationship with his father, his time rooming with Jack Nicklaus's son Steve at Florida State, and the lessons he learned watching Jack compete, lead, and prioritize family. His work sits at the intersection of faith, family, leadership, and high performance—on the field, in business, and at home. Play to Your Potential On (and Off) the Course Schedule a Mindset Coaching Discovery Call Subscribe to the More Pars than Bogeys Newsletter Download my "Play Your Best Round" free hypnosis audio recording. High-Performance Hypnotherapy and Mindset Coaching Paul Salter - known as The Golf Hypnotherapist - is a High-Performance Hypnotherapist and Mindset Coach who leverages hypnosis and powerful subconscious reprogramming techniques to help golfers of all ages and skill levels overcome the mental hazards of their minds so they can shoot lower scores and play to their potential. He has over 16 years of coaching experience working with high performers in various industries, helping them get unstuck, out of their own way, and unlock their full potential. Click here to learn more about how high-performance hypnotherapy and mindset coaching can help you get out of your own way and play to your potential on (and off) the course. Instagram: @thegolfhypnotherapist Key Takeaways: Some advantages are innate, but preparation, athleticism, and awareness are levers we can all train. Single-minded drive is powerful—until it turns your family into collateral damage. Time management is value management: if family isn't on the calendar, it won't happen. You don't need to be the smartest person in the room; you need to lead, delegate, and serve. Perseverance after failure can rewrite your story more than any early success ever will. Your greatest hero might already be in your house—often a parent quietly living their values. Faith and family can anchor you so deeply that success becomes an extension—not a replacement—of what matters most. Key Quotes: "Some people are just born able to see things others can't—but everyone can choose how prepared they are." "He wasn't going to let his family be the sacrificial lamb of his success." "I don't have to be the smartest person in the room—I just have to help people do what they need to do." "If your need is to satisfy your wife and your family with your time, you're going to make that happen." "My hero wasn't a famous coach or athlete—my hero was the man I lived with every day: my father." "If you don't tell your story and write it down, it's not going to get passed to the people who need to hear it." "Faith and family get you down the middle of the fairway and a birdie every time." Time Stamps: 00:00: The Competitive Edge: Preparation and Innate Talent 02:45: Balancing Family and Career: Jack's Approach 05:27: The Importance of Communication in Relationships 08:02: Time Management: Prioritizing Family and Work 10:39: Lessons from Complacency: The Journey of Perseverance 13:24: Insights from Jack Nicklaus: Preparation and Routine 18:08: The Role of Family in Success: A Personal Reflection 22:32: Finding Heroes in Everyday Life 27:09: Leadership Lessons from Coach Bowden 31:38: The Power of Prioritization in Life 35:50: Final Thoughts: Faith, Family, and Success
First, it's the weekly Bears and Pandas Report, which checks in on Golden Bears and Pandas curling with coach Rob Krepps ahead of this weekend's Canada West curling championships. Then, with the NLL's Unboxed Series set to take over Rogers Place with a tilt between the Calgary Roughnecks and Georgia Swarm, we chat with Roughnecks defenceman and Edmontonian Bennett Smith to discuss the significance of the game in our city. More info on the Unboxed Series game is available at NLL.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Elite Four: Ranking the Most Legendary College Football Players to Wear Jersey Number 4IntroductionIn the brutal, high-stakes world of college football, a jersey number is more than just an identifier—it's a symbol. Some numbers are synonymous with brute force; others, with sheer speed. But the number 4? Among all numbers, it stands out for being worn by elite difference-makers. This article will rank the top four most legendary college football players to ever wear number 4, examining how they rose above fierce competition to set the standard for greatness. Prepare to explore the storied careers of the gridiron giants who made this simple digit a symbol of college football royalty.Significant Jersey Number 4 WearersChamp Baileywas a rare two-way superstar at the University of Georgia, excelling as a cornerback and wide receiver and even playing on special teams. He was recognized as a consensus All-American in 1998 and earned the Bronko Nagurski Trophy as the nation's best defensive player before becoming a top-ten NFL Draft pick.Steve Walsh was one of the most accomplished quarterbacks in University of Miami history during the late 1980s. As the Hurricanes' starter in 1988, he led the team to an undefeated season and a national championship, earning consensus All-American honors in the process. Walsh also finished fourth in the Heisman Trophy voting that year and was a finalist for the Maxwell and Davey O'Brien Awards, cementing his legacy as an elite college football player.QuarterbackJim Harbaugh starred for Michigan, finishing third in 1986 Heisman voting and setting the school's passing efficiency record while wearing No. 4.Terence Newman -As a dominant cornerback for Kansas State, Terence Newman was recognized as the nation's top defensive back, earning the prestigious Jim Thorpe Award and unanimous first-team All-American honors in 2002.Russell White's three-season stretch at UC Berkeley from 1990 to 1992 remains one of the most prolific eras in Cal football history as a jersey 4 wearer. After arriving with massive expectations as a high school phenom, White immediately lived up to the hype, becoming the centerpiece of a Golden Bears resurgence that included a dominant 1991 season and a Citrus Bowl victory. A three-time first-team All-Pac-10 selection, White was a master of the "big play," utilizing elite vision and explosive speed to become Cal's all-time leading rusher with 3,360 yards—a record that stood for 15 years. His 1991 campaign was particularly legendary, as he racked up over 1,100 yards and earned second-team All-America honors, cementing his legacy as arguably the greatest pure runner to ever wear the blue and gold. (Big thanks to this suggestion by YouTube viewer @pallen1065)Deshaun Watson (Clemson): Wearing jersey 4 was a special honor, as former Tiger legend Steve Fuller allowed Clemson to un-retire the number specifically for Watson. Watson became a Clemson icon by leading the Tigers to their first national championship since 1981, capping his career with a dramatic victory over Alabama in 2017. During his prolific tenure, he achieved a stunning 32-3 record as a starter while accumulating over 10,000 passing yards and 161 total touchdowns.Dalvin Cook (Florida State):An electrifying running back who wore #4 despite it often being a QB number, breaking records for the Seminoles. Cook was one of the most accomplished running backs inFlorida State Seminoles history. During his collegiate career, he earned consensus All-American honors and was a Heisman Trophy finalist in 2016 after leading the nation in yards from scrimmage. Cook also won the Jim Brown Award as the nation's top running back and set multiple school records, including career rushing...
The latest episode of Hawaiʻi Football Final, a Hawaiʻi Sports 2Night production, looked back at one of the most memorable moments in University of Hawaiʻi football history, a comeback for the ages in the 22nd Hawaiʻi Bowl.KHON2 Sports Director Rob DeMello was joined by Rainbow Warriors senior offensive lineman and co-captain Zhen Sotelo as the show revisited Hawaiʻi's 35-31 victory over California on Christmas Eve, a nationally televised thriller that capped an unforgettable season in Mānoa.Hawaiʻi trailed 21-0 in the first half before digging deep across all three phases to mount a stunning rally. Freshman quarterback Micah Alejado, named Mountain West Freshman of the Year, played through heavy contact to throw for 274 yards and three touchdowns. Hawaiʻi Bowl MVP Pofele Ashlock hauled in 14 receptions for 123 yards and two scores as the Warriors outscored the Golden Bears 35-10 down the stretch.The defining moment came with 15 seconds remaining. Trailing by three, Hawaiʻi faced sudden adversity when Alejado was knocked out of the game after a late hit. Backup quarterback Luke Weaver was called upon to deliver in the game's biggest moment, and did just that, dropping a 22-yard go-ahead touchdown pass to senior receiver Nick Cenacle.The play, quickly etched into Hawaiʻi football lore, sealed the Warriors' first Hawaiʻi Bowl victory since 2010 and completed a comeback that will be remembered among the program's greatest moments.Head coach Timmy Chang, in his fourth season, closed out a 9-4 campaign that saw Hawaiʻi bookend the year with wins over ACC opponents Stanford and California, further signaling the program's resurgence under his leadership.On Hawaiʻi Football Final, DeMello and Sotelo reflected on the emotional weight of the victory, the belief inside the locker room while trailing by three touchdowns, and the confidence the team had in Weaver when he stepped into the huddle for the final play.The episode also featured the “HFF Mailbox” segment, answering viewer-submitted questions, and looked ahead to what's next for the Rainbow Warriors following a season that reignited excitement around Hawaiʻi football.Hawaiʻi Football Final premieres every Sunday at 7 p.m. on the KHON+ app, available on Apple TV, Roku and Firestick. A television rebroadcast airs Tuesdays at 9:30 p.m. on KHON2.
A 29-year-old man is charged with killing his mother in Hawaii Kai. Hawaii Bowl week has arrived; the Bows and the Golden Bears meet the media as former teammates reunite for a Christmas Eve showdown. And a women allegedly driving under the influence crashed into a man, woman, and child last night on Kauai. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The BYU football home-and-home series with California has been canceled by the Golden Bears following the ACC's move to a nine-game schedule. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper breaks down the news and its implications for BYU football in the 2026 season. Also, in this episode of Cougar Tracks, the latest with the Transfer Portal, and former BYU QB Zach Wilson doesn't get the starting nod in place of Tua Tagovailoa with the Miami Dolphins. Then, finally, BYU basketball crushed Pacific at the Marriott Center. Pacific's AD said BYU was a bunch of "walking bags of cash." Harper shared his thoughts on that and the BYU basketball win over the Tigers. Subscribe to the Cougar Tracks Podcast to stay up-to-date with all the daily episodes. Cougar Tracks is on YouTube and X every weekday at Noon (MT), and KSL NewsRadio at 6:30 p.m. (MT). Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-tracks/id1146971609 YouTube Podcast: https://kslsports.com/category/podcast_results/?sid=2035&n=Cougar%20Tracks Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2NCF1KecDsE2rB1zMuHhUh Download the KSL Sports app Google: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bonneville.kslsports&hl=en_US iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ksl-sports/id143593 Mitch Harper is a BYU Insider for KSLsports.com and hosts the Cougar Tracks Podcast daily on KSL Sports YouTube and KSL NewsRadio (SUBSCRIBE). Harper also co-hosts Cougar Sports Saturday (12–3 p.m.) on KSL NewsRadio. Follow Mitch’s coverage of BYU athletics in the Big 12 Conference on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram: @Mitch_Harper. Want more coverage of BYU sports? Take us with you wherever you go. Download the new and improved KSL Sports app from Utah’s sports leader. Allows you to stream live radio and video, keeping you up-to-date on all your favorite teams.
Greg Silver and Patrick Laird provide instant reaction to the Golden Bears' 38-25 upset win over the No. 25 SMU Mustangs, live from California Memorial Stadium. Plus, hear reactions and analysis from Interim Head Coach Nick Rolovich and senior Defensive Lineman Aidan Keanaaina, as the Golden Bears move to 7-5 on the season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
ONE HOT FEST – BIFF is a special mini-series from One Heat Minute Productions. Host Blake Howard takes you inside the Brisbane International Film Festival — from filmmaker interviews and festival dispatches to reviews and discussions with guests and critics — relaying the energy, stories, and chaos that, in its heyday, made it one of Australia's unmissable film events.To celebrate the Australian Premiere of SILENT FRIEND at the Brisbane International Film Festival, I talk with 'Golden Bear'- winning director Ildikó Enyedi about reckoning with COVID, working with Tony Leung, editing according to the senses and the sensual, and so much more.One Heat Minute ProductionsWEBSITE: oneheatminute.comTWITTER: @OneBlakeMinute & @OHMPodsMERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/en-au/stores/one-heat-minute-productionsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/one-heat-minute-productions/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
When Archie Griffin won his unprecedented 2nd Heisman Trophy Award in 1975 he was heralded as the best running back in the nation. But was he? Finishing 2nd in the voting was a beast out west by the name of Chuck Muncie and the senior Golden Bear was putting up huge numbers in Berkeley. In fact, in 17 fewer rushing attempts than Griffin, Chuck had 103 more yards rushing and 9 more TD's. Add in the 26 more receptions and 234 more yards receiving than the Buckeyes Back and you could make a strong case that Muncie, the guy on the cover of the 11/24/75 issue of Sports Illustrated, should have come home with the Heisman hardware. At the next level, Muncie continued to excel becoming a 3-time Pro Bowl back in the NFL with his best season coming in 1981 when he had over 1,500 yards from scrimmage and 19 touchdowns in the high-powered offense in San Diego. The Chargers were loaded with offensive weapons: Muncie and James Brooks in the backfield with John Jefferson, Charlie Joiner, Wes Chandler and Kellen Winslow catching everything in sight. Muncie passed away in May of 2013 but the man who ran that “Air Coryell” offense Dan Fouts joins us on the POP podcast to talk about how good a back and what a weapon Muncie was while playing with the Chargers. Fouts discusses the famous playoff shootout in Miami, known as the Kellen Winslow game. A game in which the Hall of Fame QB threw for 433 yards, and 3 touchdowns in the 41-38 San Diego overtime victory over Miami. Fouts recalls how the next week he and his team suffered through frigid temps in Cincinnati and how the lingering effects of frost bite have been in his hands ever since. And he talks about being part of possibly the best Hall of Fame class (1993) of all-time: Larry Little, Bill Walsh, Chuck Noll, Walter Payton and Dan Fouts! One of the greatest QB's to ever sling it in the NFL looks back on his Hall of Fame career and gives an in depth look at SI caveman and his former teammate Chuck Muncie on the Past Our Prime podcast. Download, subscribe, give a review, wherever you get… yada, yada, yada. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Greg Silver and Patrick Laird provide instant reaction to the Golden Bears' 31-10 loss to the Stanford Cardinal in the 128th Big Game, live from Stanford Stadium. Plus, hear from Voice of the Bears Justin Allegri, along with fan reactions and expert analysis, as the Golden Bears move to 6-5 on the season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this week's basketball coaching conversation, Concordia-St. Paul head coach Matt Fletcher joins the Basketball Podcast to share insights on playing fast and conceptual.Matt Fletcher enters his sixth season as head men's basketball coach at Concordia-St. Paul in 2025-26, where he has quickly become the program's most successful leader. Culminating in the 2024-25 season, he guided the Golden Bears to their first-ever NSIC regular season title, first NCAA Division II Tournament appearance, and first NCAA Tournament win—all in the same year—earning him the 2024-25 NSIC Coach of the Year honor.Prior to Concordia, Fletcher spent four highly successful seasons as head coach at Bethany Lutheran College, where he compiled a 76–33 record, won the 2017-18 UMAC Coach of the Year award, and led the team to two NCAA Division III Tournament appearances. His overall career head coaching record stands at 120–118 across nine seasons.Fletcher's extensive assistant coaching experience includes stints at Concordia-Moorhead (2008–09), Kentucky Wesleyan College (2011–12), and three years at Upper Iowa University (where he was promoted to associate head coach). He holds a bachelor's degree in sport management from Southwest Minnesota State and a master's degree in education from Upper Iowa.
00:00 Introduction and Game Highlights 05:53 Defensive Performance Analysis 11:46 Offensive Strategy and Execution 18:39 Special Teams and Play Calling 30:39 Fan Reactions and Coaching Decisions 36:59 Game Analysis and Tactical Insights 40:52 Defensive Performance and Player Highlights 45:55 Offensive Strategies and Play Calling 49:57 Impact of Player Absences on Team Performance 54:47 Utilizing Personnel and Offensive Threats 59:34 Fan Expectations and Team Progress 01:04:41 Closing Thoughts and Future Outlook Sponsored By: Fan Duel https://sportsbook.fanduel.com/ Able Insurance www.ableinsurance.net Follow The Ball Hawk Show: Bleav Network, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other podcasts platforms Ahmad Hawkins Website: http://www.ahmadhawkins.com Follow on X: @IAmBallHawk Instagram: iamballhawk Facebook: Ahmad Hawkins Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Greg Silver and Patrick Laird provide instant reaction to the Golden Bears' 31-21 loss to the No. 15 Virginia Cavaliers in Game 8 at California Memorial Stadium. Plus, hear from Travers Family Head Football Coach Justin Wilcox, WR Jordan King, and ILB Aaron Hampton, along with fan reactions and expert analysis, as the Golden Bears move to 5-3 on the season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Send us a textA putter on a garage shelf became a doorway to memory, legacy, and what it means to lead at home. Coach and author Joe Wessel joins us to trace a winding path from a disciplined Miami childhood and Catholic schools to a walk-on grind at Florida State, summers learning from Miami Dolphins legends, and the day Jack Nicklaus confirmed the “lost” blade in Joe's bag was White Fang—the putter that won the 1967 U.S. Open. Instead of asking for a shiny new set, Joe asked for something better: a father–son round at Augusta.We talk about what built him: a mother who showed up at every game, a father who enforced persistence and faith, and a military prep school that hardened habits after loss. Joe shares the reality of earning a scholarship the hard way, becoming a special teams difference-maker, and absorbing leadership from many mentors in his life. The athletic details are rich—technique, timing, depth charts—but the bigger arc lands on fatherhood: discovering that the hero you searched for might have been at your own dinner table all along.Parents and coaches will find practical wisdom here: don't specialize your kids at 10, grow athletes, not resumes, protect the joy of play, and let your children write their own story. Say I'm sorry. Say I love you. Keep faith as a daily practice, not a performance. We close with the heart of Joe's book, White Fang and the Golden Bear—a father–son journey that culminates at Augusta and proves that the best trophies are moments shared. If this conversation moved you, tap follow, share it with a friend who needs encouragement today, and leave a quick review so more families can find it.Support the showPlease don't forget to leave us a review wherever you consume your podcasts! Please help us get more dads to listen weekly and become the ultimate leader of their homes!
The Hokies were able to prevail in a wild back and forth contest in Lane Stadium on Friday night, taking down the Golden Bears in 2OT with a final score of 42-34. We Tell the Truth about a fun but chaotic game in Blacksburg. We then turn our attention to Louisville as we get to Know the Enemy ahead of Saturday's 3PM home tilt. We wrap as always by picking our Big Screeners of the week.
Greg Silver and Patrick Laird provide instant reaction to the Golden Bears' 21-18 win over the UNC Tar Heels in Game 7 at California Memorial Stadium. Plus, hear fan reactions and expert analysis as the Golden Bears go to 5-2 on the season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Damon Bruce Plus: Warriors, 49ers, Giants, A’s Bay Area Sports Talk
0:11: What do you know? The 49ers are officially 2-06:58: Breaking down Mac Jones' debut:11:30: Old friend Mike McDaniel might be out of a job by Halloween15:34: Robert Saleh is clearly the 49ers' “defensive head coach”23:01: For the first time in a long time, the Chiefs are in trouble34:31: Returning to the KD-CMC comparison:38:39: Two weeks in, the 49ers are “strong”42:15: The 0-2 club that no team wants to be a part of:44:33: The Cal football segment: Keep an eye on the Golden Bears, who might just go undefeated54:18: Today in history: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Luke and Ryan preview the Golden Gophers first road trip of the season as they travel to Berkeley to take on the Golden Bears.