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After the Minneapolis Meltdown The Detroit Lions walked out of Minneapolis with bruises and questions. The Minnesota Vikings exposed protection issues, timing issues, and game-management issues. It was hard to watch. On the latest episode of The Grey Area, the conversation turned fast from pain to purpose. This is the last week of the season. The Bears are next. The focus is whether anything learned in that loss will shape what happens now. Dan Campbell's words mattered. Right after the game he said the Lions “gotta make changes.” No hedging. No deflection. His Monday tone was calmer, but the message stood. Change is coming, and he has to be the agent of it. That echoes his raw line after the NFC title loss two seasons ago about “that might have been our shot.” Seasons in the NFL are fragile. Windows swing fast. What happens next decides whether that old line is a footnote or a warning. There was no comfort in the tape. Execution sagged. Play calling sputtered. The Vikings dictated terms. That adds weight to Week 18. Not for stats. For choices. Campbell's Crossroads: Play, Rest, or Recalibrate Grey wrestles with the final-week question. To play or not to play. The roster is banged up. The rhythm is off. The instinct to chase numbers gives way to a need to reset habits. The staff has to decide who benefits from snaps and who needs a seat. No simple answer, but clarity is required. Campbell already pushed past the usual coach-speak about “on to the next one.” He went straight to overhaul talk, with a game still left. That tells you where his head is. Numbers over narratives took a back seat. This week the lesson is bigger than the box score. The Lions need a cleaner plan and a cleaner identity before Chicago. That is the work. Fix the Offensive Line, Fix the Offense The priority is clear. The offensive line is job one. Find a center. Stack guard depth. Solve tackle. You can do that in one offseason. Other teams have done it with castoffs. If Brad Holmes and Campbell hit on those spots, a lot of what failed in Minnesota vanishes. Protection stabilizes the pass game. The run game breathes. Play calling opens up. Defense needs help too. All three levels. But without the line, you get what you just saw. The blueprint is attainable. The roster core can support quick repair. The front office has to execute. Temperature Check: Fans, Accountability, and the Bears Ahead Fans are angry. They should be. The team has traded on two years of success. Prices went up. Expectations followed. Then came the worst Lions performance in years, by execution and by design. That stings. The enemies list segment landed hard because accountability matters right now. Giving in to lesser angels is easy. The smarter move is to demand concrete fixes. The Detroit Lions still control their response. Beat the Bears with purpose. Then attack the line, the depth, and the defensive holes. Campbell opened the door to change. Now he has to walk through it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8WqWARwBd_E #detroitlions #lions #detroitlionspodcast #minneapolismeltdown #minnesotavikings #protectionissues #game-managementissues #dancampbell #week18 #chicagobears #playorrest #offensivelineoverhaul #findacenter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 5th annual Grey Area Awards – TGA Awards 2025 – breaking down the year's best rap and hip-hop tracks, albums, and artists. Using our custom shortlist, we debate everything from elite lyricists and heavyweight albums to underground gems and scene-defining verses.​We highlight the projects and MCs that owned 2025, unpack the producer runs that shaped the sound of the year, and show love to the new voices pushing rap forward. Expect passionate takes on flows, concepts, beat selection, and replay value, plus plenty of disagreement over who really deserves Rapper of the Year.​From veteran greats to breakout names, we dig into how live shows, viral moments, and classic-feeling tapes influenced our ballots, and where the culture might be heading in 2026. If you care about end‑of‑year rap lists, bar-for-bar debates, and producer worship, this is the Grey Area episode you don't want to miss.

In this deeply moving episode of the Helping Couples Heal podcast, Marnie is joined by four courageous women (Sabra, Ally, Liz, and Rachel) who vulnerably share their personal experiences navigating the aftermath of betrayal. Together, they explore a critical but often overlooked aspect of the healing journey: the complex role of friends and family.The group discusses the universal need for external support and the painful reality that loved ones often don't know what to say or how to show up effectively. From the impulse to retreat and isolate to the trauma of being judged by those closest to them, these women highlight the delicate balance between needing a "safe place to land" and requiring firm boundaries to protect their own healing process.Key topics in this conversation include:The Grey Area of Discovery: Why betrayed partners often withdraw from social circles while trying to make sense of their shattered reality.The Burden of the Fixer: How the well-intentioned advice of friends, like telling a partner to just leave, can often add to the trauma rather than alleviate it.Connection with Boundaries: Defining what safe support looks like, from the power of a meal train to the simple, profound act of sitting in silence.The Role of Support Groups: How finding a community of others who get it becomes a lifeline when family and friends fall short.Whether you are currently navigating betrayal trauma or you are a loved one seeking to support someone you care about, this episode provides essential insights into moving from judgment to empathy and from isolation to authentic connection.Download the Do's and Don'ts Guide for Family & Friends here! Want to connect with us? Click here to schedule your free 15-minute call.

The Detroit Lions got outclassed by a so-so Pittsburgh Steelers roster because the plan failed before the ball was kicked. In late December, that is a coaching loss. It exposed a defense without cohesion, a depth chart stretched past its limits, and a Dan Campbell team that needs answers now. This Detroit Lions Podcast recap stares hard at why. Coaching Exposed in Steelers Loss The NFL is unforgiving when preparation lags. Pittsburgh brought a clear script and executed it. Detroit arrived with a better cast and a worse idea. The coaches were not good enough. The defense had no identity. The game plan did not fit the personnel available. That mismatch showed up on every level, from alignments to adjustments. The Steelers dictated with modest talent because they were organized. The Lions were not. That's the headline. It is also the trend. The final score felt earned, and not in a good way. Numbers over narratives point to the same truth. Too many explosive gains. Too many empty downs. Too many drives where Detroit never forced Pittsburgh off schedule. Depth, Scheme, and a Defense That Lost Its Shape Detroit's backups are not winning games in December. Injuries gutted the defense and chipped away at the offensive line again. The “next man up” idea sounds brave. It does not stop crossing routes or protect a corner stranded in man coverage he cannot play. You cannot build a man-heavy scheme and then ask reserves to survive it. Detroit tried to mix in zone. That fell apart too. The front four must cover for the back end. It did not. The starters up front are healthy, as are the three linebackers behind them. Pressure still lagged. That left a shaky secondary to hold forever. Plans that counted on additions like Josh Paschal and Levi Onwuzurike never stabilized. The result has been a defense gashed by everyone, not just top NFC offenses but a middle-tier Steelers unit as well. Worse, the same problems surfaced in other spots. Remember the 42-year-old Aaron Rodgers performance in Detroit. The Lions handed him leverage with structure. He took it. That is a scheme problem. It is also a self-scout problem that has not yet been solved. Flags, Farewells, and the Stakes for Dan Campbell Officiating cannot be the story, but it keeps grabbing the mic. The calls at the end were brutal. They did not decide the outcome. They did shape the discourse. When pool reporters and penalty explanations dominate the postgame, the NFL has a quality control issue. Detroit cannot count on cleaner Sundays. It must become call-proof. Hard choices are next. Some of the Dan Campbell and Brad Holmes originals are nearing the exit. Alex Anzalone may have played his last game at Ford Field. Others with devoted followings could join him. Sentiment meets performance here. Depth must get better. So must the plan to deploy it. This is the inflection point. The Detroit Lions have the talent to compete. They need a defense that fits who is actually available, not who was penciled in back in June. Campbell's next moves will define his tenure. Adapt now, or see December become a closed door again. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vsDHgopy-aQ #detroitlions #lions #detroitlionspodcast #pittsburghsteelers #coachingloss #defensewithoutcohesion #depthchart #dancampbell #explosivegains #man-heavyscheme #crossingroutes #mancoverage #frontfour Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Third-Quarter Meltdown at SoFi The Detroit Lions had a halftime lead at SoFi and left with a lesson. The NFL punishes teams that nap after the break, and the third quarter did the damage. Three straight three-and-outs. Short fields for Los Angeles. The defense buckled. The Rams took whatever they wanted. A slip in the postgame summed it up, calling it a three-quarter game before catching it. That is how it played. The game swung in 15 minutes, and the Lions could not claw back. This was not a one-off blip. It mirrored the recent pattern. Since early October the Lions have whipsawed win to loss to win again. The common thread is the third quarter and the struggle to steady the wheel when the script flips. Against the Rams, the reset out of the locker room never came. The Lions waited until the fourth to find rhythm. Too late. Identity Crisis on Offense The Detroit Lions offense lacks a reliable backbone. In the first half, they found it. David Montgomery churned tough yards. Six carries. Thirty-one yards. Early-down success. Manageable thirds. That is how you protect your quarterback against a strong Rams front and a top scoring defense. Then halftime hit, and the plan dissolved. Early-down chuck and duck. Long thirds. Montgomery vanished. Jahmyr Gibbs struggled to dent the wall. The approach drifted from what worked to what played into Los Angeles' hands. The play-caller change was supposed to clarify things. The overall numbers still look fine on paper, especially scoring. But how the Lions get there shifts week to week and quarter to quarter. That is why the roller coaster persists. This team needs a repeatable core idea. Run to set terms. Stay on schedule. Use play action off that. Until the Lions lock into that, the variance will keep biting good game plans in half. Trenches in Trouble Grey underscores the most urgent problem - the offensive line. Tristan Colon is not the answer at left guard. The film and the result say it. If Christian Mahogany is not ready, Miles Frasier has to be the next man up. Graham Glasgow is gutting it out. Taylor Decker is playing through a shoulder. Penei Sewell gets his ankle wrapped every week while carrying the load. The unit is battered, and it shows when the rotation hits the bottom of the depth chart. The offseason priority is clear, but December is here. Protection and the run game are the lifelines for the identity this offense keeps misplacing. Get Montgomery back in early. Make life simpler for everyone across the front. Pass Rush Plan and Secondary Strain The defensive line plan needs a reset. Time to pressure is among the league's worst, and it played out in Los Angeles. Aidan Hutchinson leads in pressures, but they arrive late. That invites disaster for a man-coverage secondary. Puka Nacua and the Rams feasted while Matthew Stafford sat clean and patient. You cannot ask corners to shadow NFL separators for that long and expect a win rate. Fix it with design, not just effort. Heat early. Change launch points. Win on first down to unlock the rush. If the front speeds up the clock, the coverage can breathe. If not, the Lions will keep chasing games they should control. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xb1cCPeMh-U #detroitlions #lions #detroitlionspodcast #third-quartermeltdown #threestraightthree-and-outs #shortfieldsforlosangeles #ramsfront #topscoringdefense #offensivelinedepth #tristancolon #davidmontgomery #jahmyrgibbs #aidanhutchinson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How difficult will it be to train and build an AI Agent that has expertise in a given domain? Will it happen in the next year, or 3 years or 10 years? And who will benefit in the marketplace from his evolution? SHOW: 984SHOW TRANSCRIPT: The Cloudcast #984 TranscriptSHOW VIDEO: https://youtube.com/@TheCloudcastNET CLOUD NEWS OF THE WEEK: http://bit.ly/cloudcast-cnotwCHECK OUT OUR NEW PODCAST: "CLOUDCAST BASICS"SHOW SPONSORS:[Mailtrap] Try Mailtrap for free[Interconnected] Interconnected is a new series from Equinix diving into the infrastructure that keeps our digital world running. With expert guests and real-world insights, we explore the systems driving AI, automation, quantum, and more. Just search “Interconnected by Equinix”.SHOW NOTESOpenAI looks to train their models to replace junior bankersWHAT WOULD BE THE STAGES OF AN EXPERT AGENT?Train it on a set of standard knowledge (e.g. Masters of Accounting, Auditing, International Tax)Train it on a set of well-defined case studies, to provide industry contextTrain it on a set of adjacent case studies and other domains (business, law, specific industries)How to train corner cases?How to train gray areas like ethics, morality, or cost-benefit analysis? Who is motivated to train these experts? What would the cost of these experts be? Can it be similar to a human, or need to be a fraction, or a premium? Is there a way to build memory (e.g. experience) without disclosing client information? Is there a way to build shareable knowledge between agents for reinforcement training/learning?FEEDBACK?Email: show at the cloudcast dot netTwitter/X: @cloudcastpodBlueSky: @cloudcastpod.bsky.socialInstagram: @cloudcastpodTikTok: @cloudcastpod

Dallas Lessons, December Stakes December football sets the stage. The Detroit Lions enter the final four-week stretch back on a Sunday rhythm with the Los Angeles Rams looming. The Dallas tape offered a clear tell. The NFL's number one scoring offense looked like itself again. The run game gave the passing game teeth. David Montgomery logged six carries for 60 yards. Ten yards a pop signals clean creases and a line winning at the snap. Jameer Gibbs wrecked space as a receiver. Amon-Ra St. Brown hovered near 100 yards. Jared Goff settled in after a shaky start and finished 25 of 34 for 309. The offensive line needed a beat to sort the rush, then found a groove. Myles Frasier debuted at tackle and delivered a mixed bag that leaned encouraging. The lesson is simple. When the Lions run game finds daylight, everything else breathes. The Montgomery-Goff Efficiency Link Numbers over narrative, and the numbers are blunt. When Montgomery runs efficiently, Goff follows with precision. That pairing has defined this Detroit Lions offense all year. Examples stack easily. Dallas: Montgomery 6 for 60. Goff 25 of 34 for 309. Chicago early: Montgomery 11 for 57. Goff 23 of 28 for 334. Cincinnati: Montgomery 18 for 65. Goff 19 of 23 for 258. Washington: Montgomery 15 for 71. Goff 25 of 32 for 320. Baltimore: Montgomery 12 for 151, including a 72-yarder. Goff 20 of 28 for 202. Volume is not the point. Efficiency is. Montgomery does not need a highway. He needs a crease. When he gets it, play action sharpens, early downs stay on schedule, and Goff's outcomes tilt to quick decisions and high-percentage throws. The rotation with Gibbs keeps the offense balanced and prevents predictable sequences that put the unit behind the sticks. Rams Week: The Tell to Watch The Rams conversation often centers on Matthew Stafford and Puka Nakua. Their passing game draws headlines. The defense deserves equal attention. That unit is tough and better than the chatter suggests. This week comes down to the Detroit Lions offensive line. If the interior moves bodies early and tackles handle speed, Montgomery's first few touches will show it. Four yards here, seven there. Cutbacks available. If those creases appear, expect Goff to operate on time, Gibbs to stress matchups in space, and Amon-Ra to gash zones on option routes. Watch the first three Lions runs. If they gain efficient yards, the script opens. Play action bites. Screens and counters puncture the rush. Special teams or a short field can tilt the math. If the run game stalls, the Rams defense can dictate rhythm. Reinforcements might be on the way. The core truth remains. In this matchup, Montgomery's efficiency is the early tell. The Detroit Lions Podcast will have more as expansion rolls on, but the equation is already on tape. Create creases. Keep Goff clean. Let the offense breathe. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R--tDXoHBxc #detroitlions #lions #detroitlionspodcast #offensiveline #davidmontgomery #jaredgoff #jameergibbs #amon-rast.brown #mylesfrasier #losangelesrams #matthewstafford #pukanakua #ramsdefense Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Two Thursday games rattled the calendar and the Detroit Lions. The week felt sideways. The noise got loud. The product wobbled. Strip away the spin. What we learned matters more than what we hoped. Headlines You Cannot Trust The injury chatter swung like a gate in the wind. Ragnow went from absent to savior to ghost in a blink. Kirby Joseph told people his knee was cooked, then showed up at practice in a big brace. That is whiplash. This team is usually clear with its injury tone. Not this week. The lesson is simple. Do not let a headline set your expectations. Watch who lines up. Listen to how they move. The Detroit Lions need stability in December, not rumor traffic. The churn even spilled into odd notes about Lamb Barney. It all fed a theme. Confusion. Mixed messages. A week when Allen Park felt less buttoned up than normal. In the NFL, clarity is competitive advantage. The Lions did not have it. Fundamentals Are Bleeding the Defense This defense has to get back to basics. Communication in zone is off. Handoffs in the secondary are late. Aidan Hutchinson is sprinting upfield and running out of plays. Too many snaps look like hero ball. Too few look like assignment football. That gap shows up in explosives and third downs that should die but do not. The fix is not complicated. Line up right. Fit gaps. Tackle. Trust leverage. Make the play that is there. Coaches have called it out. Players have echoed it. The standard slipped the past couple of weeks. It must snap back now. Interior Offensive Line Is Priority One Nothing on offense works if the middle caves. Jared Goff is getting heated up. The run game is choppy despite talent in the backfield. Interior pressure ruins timing and rhythm. Games, blitzes, and straight-ahead power are splitting the A and B gaps. That is the story. Anyone not named Penay Sewell has room to grow. That is the blunt truth. The offseason answer is clear. Fix the interior. But the Detroit Lions cannot wait for March. For the next five weeks, protect the pocket interior first. Get the ball out. Stay out of long yardage. That keeps the play sheet open and the hits down. Five Weeks to Reclaim Their Edge This team is not as good as we thought. Not right now. Staff changes hit. Injuries took a toll. Execution dipped below last year's crisp level. Coaching has to be better Monday through Friday and again on Sunday. That includes clock work, preparation, and corrections. The doomers get their day after a week like this. Fair. The enemies list is short though. It is the details. The Detroit Lions can still write a December worth keeping. Start with discipline on defense. Clean up the interior on offense. Cut the noise. Play to the plan. The Detroit Lions Podcast framed the week around those truths. The path forward is narrow, not closed. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ANEFDHr-5w #detroitlions #lions #detroitlionspodcast #aidanhutchinson #frankragnow #jackcampbell #kirbyjoseph #jaredgoff #penaysewell #interioroffensiveline #interiorpressure #aandbgaps #zonecommunication Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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First-Half Flames, Second-Half Fix The Detroit Lions survived a nail biter against the New York Giants. It was a big NFL win, but it started ugly. The defense looked disorganized. Misfits. Miscommunication. The Giants scored more in the first half than Philadelphia managed across four quarters. That set the tone. The week's theme inside Allen Park was firefighting. Defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard called his unit the firefighters. Dan Campbell leaned into it too. In the first half, everything burned. After halftime, the Lions put the fire out. Structure returned. Tackles stuck. The scoreboard slowed. That resilience, not the chaos, is the lasting note. This Detroit Lions Podcast recap keeps the focus on cause and effect. The early mess forced the defense to respond. They did. The win stands because they adjusted, not because the opening plan worked. That is a useful truth with a short week ahead. Jahmyr Gibbs, Star Power in Full View Jahmyr Gibbs tilted the field. Again. He is the biggest offensive star the Detroit Lions have had since Calvin Johnson. Before that, Barry Sanders. That is the lineage described, and the tape backs it. Gibbs changes leverage with one cut. He erases angles in space. He is lethal in the run game and the pass game. The national conversation is finally catching up to what Detroit already knows. Touches will always be the debate. Some want more Gibbs. Some want more David Montgomery. The truth is simpler. There is only one player on this offense, and maybe in this league, who can do what Gibbs can do snap to snap. He must be a focal point against Green Bay on Thanksgiving. Every motion, every screen, every counter that stresses rules should run through 26. Campbell's Call Sheet and the Sideline Clock Dan Campbell taking over play calling midseason was a gamble. It has lifted the offense, but it has a cost. Game management suffered against the Giants. Timeouts were misused. The challenge process faltered. Too much traffic on the headset, and too much on one person. That is the trade-off when the head coach calls plays instead of John Morton. The Lions can live with some inefficiency if the sequencing and feel stay hot. But the margin is thin with six games left and the Packers next. Campbell must evolve weekly. Clean the clock work. Streamline the challenge mechanics. Keep the creativity. The team cannot keep fixing the plane at altitude. Amon-Ra's Pain, Packers on Deck Amon-Ra St. Brown is playing hurt. The drops tell the story. He had two all of last season. He has two or three in back-to-back weeks now. And yet he still led the team in catches and yards. The toughness is obvious. The production remains. That balance will matter on Thursday at Ford Field against the Packers. The enemies list shifts after a win like this. Green Bay tops it. Firefighting metaphors can stay in the past. The Detroit Lions need clean starts, Gibbs in rhythm, and a calmer sideline clock. Do that, and the next Detroit Lions Podcast will be breaking down a statement Thanksgiving win. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wvi2PQZFnYA #detroitlions #lions #detroitlionspodcast #newyorkgiants #miscommunication #kelvinsheppard #firefighters #dancampbell #playcalling #gamemanagement #timeouts #challengeprocess Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sunday Night in Philadelphia, Hard Lessons The Detroit Lions went into Philadelphia on Sunday night and left with bruises and questions. The NFL stage was big. The moment was bigger. The Eagles punched through the middle and the game spiraled. The numbers were ugly. The narratives were worse. There are seven weeks left in the regular season. Pressure now rides on every snap, especially inside the division. This Detroit Lions Podcast episode drills into what matters. Simple fixes do not exist. The urge to find a single culprit is strong. The tape says otherwise. A beatdown like this exposes layers. It shows stress points and bad matchups. It forces honest talk about process, personnel, and poise. Playcalling Pivot and Game Management All week it was hashtag fire Morton. John Morton was stripped of playcalling duties. Dan Campbell took the wheel. That move was supposed to ignite the Detroit Lions offense. It did not. One change cannot patch every hole on a moving ship. Morton did not control the health of the offensive line. He did not change how quickly receivers separated. He did not block interior pressure. That all showed up in Philadelphia. Campbell's feel for the game is real. But taking over the call sheet changes the head coach's bandwidth. You saw it in the details. Timeouts in the first half went away too fast. Fourth-down aggression lost its edge and its math. Zero for five on fourth down is a backbreaker. Repeated tries into bad leverage invited short fields and lost momentum. Detroit needs a cleaner process. A trusted voice in the headset. Clear rules for when to push and when to punt. Game management cannot go on cruise control while the offense is being built on the fly. Trenches, Matchups, and the Real Problems Matchups matter. They defined this loss. Philadelphia's defensive tackles wrecked the interior. That is where the pocket collapsed. That is where the run game got squeezed. When the middle caves, play design takes a back seat. Routes do not mature. The ball comes out rushed. Detroit's struggles getting guys open showed again. That combo is toxic against a front like this. The takeaway is blunt. John Morton was a problem, not the problem. With playcalling moved, the critical issues remain. Health and cohesion up front. Separation and answers versus tight coverage. Protection rules that hold up against elite interiors. Those are November and December problems that decide seasons. What Now for the Stretch Run Seven games to go. Three division wins are non-negotiable. The Detroit Lions must recalibrate their fourth-down calculus. Protect the interior with help, tempo, and varied launch points. Build in quick answers to get receivers free. Tighten the timeout plan. The enemies list changed this week. One team came and went. The bigger opponents are habits and matchups. This is still a good team staring at hard truth. The next steps demand calm minds and tough fixes. No shortcuts. Just better football, starting up front and echoed in every decision. #Philadelphia Eagles #SundaynightinPhiladelphia #interiordefensivetackles #interiorpressure #pocketcollapse #rungamesqueezed #receiverseparation #tightcoverageanswers #playcallingchange #JohnMorton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The clean-up requirements for the potentially asbestos contaminated colourful kids play sand are a bit of a grey area according to professionals doing the job. Chris Saunders is the president of the New Zealand Asbestos Removal Association and spoke to Lisa Owen.

Episode 111: In this collab episode between In the Shift and Sunday Sanctuary, I'm joined by Petra Bagust to discuss “why church?” In this conversation we chat through a bunch of reasons why church communities and collectives can be both challenging and nourishing/meaningful. We talk about the place of ritual, song and storytelling in human communities and identity formation, the challenges of individualism, acknowledging both the harm that churches and religious institutions can be complicit in, as well as the possibilities and hopes that remain important. You'll find a more edited version of this conversation along with other reflections, practices and more over at the Sunday Sanctuary podcast, so check it out! Petra is a familiar face in Aotearoa New Zealand, having been on TV and radio over the last 30 years, beginning with cult-favourite TV show, Ice TV. She is a media chaplain with Media Chaplaincy New Zealand, host and broadcaster, hosting two podcasts - Sunday Sanctuary and the award-winning Grey Areas with Petra Bagust. Sunday Sanctuary is a podcast that brings hopeful spiritual conversations about our shared humanity. It began as a live radio show on Today FM, before becoming a podcast for those curious about Christian spirituality, as well as those who aren't currently part of a church community. Instagram: @sundaysanctuarynz Website: sundaysanctuary.nz Support In the Shift by heading to www.patreon.com/intheshift, and send your reflections, stories, experiences via email: feedback@intheshift.com

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Campbell's Headset Defines the Win in Washington The Detroit Lions walked out of Washington with a road win and a clearer identity. The camera told the story before the box score did. John Morton sat in the booth. Silent. Dan Campbell wore readers, gripped a play sheet, and owned the microphone. He called the offense. He never stopped talking. That shift mattered. It set the tempo. It framed every decision in a game the Lions controlled when it counted. This was not business as usual. It was a structural change. It was visible on the broadcast and confirmed after the game. The Detroit Lions Podcast made the point that many missed in real time. Campbell took command of the operation, and the sideline reflected it. Efficient communication. Direct sequencing. A head coach imprinting the plan on every snap against the Washington Commanders. This Is Dan Campbell's Offense Strip away the noise. The Lions run Dan Campbell's offense. That has been true since his first season. He took the plays then. He shaped the language. He refined the approach. Ben Johnson learned under him, executed it, and added wrinkles. That history matters now that Campbell is back on the stick. Campbell said it again this week. He laid out how the system came together and how his coaches fit inside it. Morton is part of that structure. Johnson, previously, was part of that structure. The ideas, the core concepts, the way the run and pass fit, the way Detroit marries formations to its identity, all flow from the head coach. The Lions' win at Washington looked like that lineage. Direct. Physical. Decisive. The quarterback, Jared Goff, works inside that framework. Timing, trust, and calls delivered from the top. Numbers Over Narratives The numbers told the story more cleanly than the chatter. Efficiency on schedule. Situational calls that stacked. Detroit's offense kept the plan ahead of the sticks, and the plan kept the defense honest. That balance tracked with Campbell's voice on the headset. The Detroit Lions Podcast drilled into how those figures aligned with last year's profile when the attack clicked. The overlap is the point. Scheme is stable. Play calling sharpens it. It is November. These are the NFL weeks that separate real contenders. The Lions leaned into what they do and who they are. That is the lesson that travels. What's Next: Clarity, Accountability, Enemies List Early this week, Campbell addressed the offensive structure and his staff. He kept it clear and kept it in-house. No finger-pointing. No burying a colleague. The head coach owns the call sheet and the outcomes. That posture resonates in the locker room and on the sideline. The enemies list is updated because November exposes problems and pretenders. The teams that threaten Detroit are stepping into view. Washington was a test in communication and control. The next tests intensify. With Campbell calling plays, the Lions know what travels: clean mechanics, decisive sequencing, and a head coach setting the tone. That is the edge. That is the standard. That is Detroit Lions football heading into the heart of the NFL season. https://www.detroitlionspodcast.com/?p=592624 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As freelancers, we want to help our clients succeed — but where's the line between great service and doing too much? In this week's episode of The Freelancer's Tea Break, I'm chatting about: ☕ Setting healthy boundaries (and sticking to them!)

Detroit Lions Podcast: Analyzing the Offensive Struggles and Future Challenges Welcome to the latest edition of the Detroit Lions Podcast, where we dive deep into the Grey areas of our beloved team's recent performances. After a disappointing loss to the Minnesota Vikings, there's much to dissect, from the offensive line challenges to coaching decisions. Let's break it all down and see what needs to change as the Lions move forward. Offensive Line Woes Perhaps the most glaring issue in the Lions' recent performance was the offensive line's health and effectiveness. The injuries have piled up, with key players like Mahogany possibly out for an extended period. Taylor Decker's struggles with multiple injuries and Penei Sewell's visible discomfort highlight the precarious state of this crucial unit. Brian Flores exploited these weaknesses, applying relentless pressure through blitzes that the Lions struggled to counter. The offensive line is the heartbeat of Detroit's offense, and its current state is a cause for concern. Coaching Conundrums Dan Campbell and his coaching staff have some soul-searching to do. The team came out of their bye week unprepared in all three phases: offense, defense, and special teams. The season-high ten penalties and poor execution point to a lack of readiness that needs immediate attention. With a crucial stretch of divisional games ahead, the coaching team must reassess their strategies and ensure the players are both physically and mentally prepared for the challenges ahead. Quarterback Quandaries Jared Goff is under pressure, both figuratively and literally. With a faltering offensive line, Goff has been given little time to make plays, affecting the passing game's effectiveness. For the Lions' offense to thrive, Goff needs a protective pocket and more time to connect with his receivers. This becomes even more critical as the team faces formidable defenses in upcoming games. Schedule and Divisional Games The Lions' schedule doesn't get any easier, with vital divisional games on the horizon. After going 6-0 in the division last year, the team now finds itself at 1-2, making every upcoming game crucial for playoff seeding. Trips to Minneapolis and Chicago are never easy, and the Lions must capitalize on these opportunities to stay in the playoff hunt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why are you harder on some coworkers than others? Why do you keep around that friend who's been around forever but makes you feel like crap every time you're with them? Today we unpack the "grey area relationships" and learn all about trust, friendship types, and why we are the way we are - by exploring my "things I've highlighted on Kindle" from 2 books! The books of the week are: You're Invited: The Art and Science of Connection, Trust, and Belonging by Jon Levy&The Art And Science of Connection by Kasley Killam IG: @drconniewang, @justaquickpinch

Detroit Lions Podcast: Bye Week Breakdown and the Road Ahead The Detroit Lions are resting at 5-2 heading into their bye week, a well-earned pause after a physical stretch that tested depth, discipline, and coaching adaptability. In this week's episode of The Grey Area, the focus is on Dan Campbell's leadership, John Morton's offensive adjustments, and Kelvin Shepherd's rapidly evolving defense. The conversation also revisits the state of officiating across the NFL, plus the impact of returning players like Alim McNeil and Malcolm Rodriguez on what's shaping up to be a legitimate contender in Detroit. Dan Campbell's Culture and the Coaching Evolution The Lions' turnaround continues to be a reflection of Dan Campbell's culture. The podcast digs into how Campbell's process-driven approach has stabilized the organization, even amid significant coaching turnover. Both coordinators—John Morton on offense and Kelvin Shepherd on defense—were groomed internally, proof that Campbell and his staff are developing not only players but leaders. The Lions have carried Campbell's personality onto the field: gritty, self-aware, and never satisfied. Offensively, Morton has been under the microscope. Through seven games, the Lions rank top 10 in nearly every major category, but their inconsistency on third down (20th in the NFL) has drawn scrutiny. Jared Goff has been efficient but not perfect, completing over 70 percent of his passes while facing more interior pressure than at any point in his Lions tenure. Campbell acknowledged during the bye that the team's offensive inefficiencies—especially on third and long—will be a point of emphasis in the coming weeks. Despite those struggles, Morton's system remains effective because of the personnel's versatility. Goff's timing and ball placement keep drives alive, while Amon-Ra St. Brown's route precision continues to anchor the passing attack. The run game, powered by Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery, remains among the NFL's most productive. Morton's challenge now is translating that success into sustained drives in high-leverage moments. Kelvin Shepherd's Defense and the Next Chapter On the other side of the ball, Kelvin Shepherd's defense has been the revelation of the season. The podcast highlights his linebackers-first philosophy and creative use of disguise. With Alim McNeil healthy again, the defensive front has regained its push, freeing Aidan Hutchinson and the edge rushers to attack more freely. Shepherd's background as a former linebacker is evident in how disciplined this unit has become in pursuit angles and tackling. Malcolm Rodriguez, who returned to practice this week, brings another layer of toughness and range to the linebacker corps. Meanwhile, reinforcements in the secondary, including Brian Branch and Terrion Arnold, are expected to solidify what has become a confident and opportunistic defense. The Lions exit their bye not just healthier but sharper. Their blend of physical identity, coaching innovation, and locker-room leadership has them firmly positioned among the NFL's elite. Campbell's message remains simple: the foundation is built, but the climb is just beginning. With a defense ascending under Kelvin Shepherd, an offense still capable of fireworks under John Morton, and Jared Goff steering the ship, the Detroit Lions have everything they need to turn belief into something far more tangible this season. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5PpzTw7Kb4Y #LionsCultureShift #DefenseLeadsTheWay #ByeWeekRefocus #NextManUpLions #NewEraDetroit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Detroit Lions Podcast: A Defensive Statement and a Well-Timed Bye The Detroit Lions delivered one of their most complete performances of the season on Monday night, beating the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 24-9 to improve to 5-2. In this week's episode of The Gray Area, the focus is on how this team, led by Dan Campbell, continues to evolve. The conversation explores the resurgence of the Lions defense, Jared Goff's continued efficiency, and how coordinator Kelvin Shepherd and defensive tackle Alim McNeil helped shut down Baker Mayfield and a capable Buccaneers offense. The show also dives into officiating trends across the NFL, offensive inconsistency, and what this bye week means for a team that's banged up but on the rise. Defense Defines the Night For the first time this year, the Lions won a game with their defense, and they did it with a lineup that was barely recognizable. Kelvin Shepherd orchestrated a masterclass with a patchwork secondary — a “Legion of Whom” featuring players like Nick Whiteside, Rocky Ya-Sin, and Arthur Maulet — all of whom contributed to one of the season's most dominant defensive showings. The Buccaneers were held to their lowest scoring output since September 2024, with just nine points and under 250 total yards. The turning point came up front. Alim McNeil, returning from injury, was a wrecking ball in the interior, collapsing the pocket and forcing Mayfield to rush decisions. His presence completely changed the dynamic of the defensive front, freeing up Aidan Hutchinson and the edge rushers to play looser. The hosts praise Shepherd for trusting his depth and his players' preparation, noting that the defensive cohesion and communication looked better than at any point this season. The win also adds weight to the ongoing officiating conversation. After a string of questionable calls in Kansas City, the Lions were finally on the favorable side of the whistle, with a soft push-off penalty on Jared Goff's would-be interception erased by contact downfield. The episode discusses how the team managed to keep composure, even as fans remain skeptical of how officiating has shaped games across the NFL this season. Goff's Efficiency and the Offense's Next Step Offensively, Jared Goff continued his efficient rhythm, completing 72 percent of his passes despite constant pressure from Todd Bowles' blitz-heavy scheme. The Lions didn't produce gaudy numbers, but they were opportunistic. Baker Mayfield couldn't replicate the magic that had fueled Tampa Bay's early-season run, thanks in large part to Detroit's defensive containment and red-zone execution. The podcast also highlights the need for the offense to rediscover its balance coming out of the bye week. Running back Jahmyr Gibbs broke off an explosive 78-yard touchdown, but outside of that, Detroit managed just 2.7 yards per carry. The hosts stress that the run game must be more consistent, particularly as the schedule toughens in November. The bye week arrives at a perfect time. Key players like Brian Branch, Kirby Joseph, and Terrion Arnold are expected to return soon, giving the Lions their full arsenal for the first time since Week 2. As the hosts conclude, the Detroit Lions look every bit like a contender — deep, resilient, and battle-tested — and with Shepherd's defense rounding into form, they're built to stay that way when the season gets serious. https://youtu.be/ltI9NM_qi6U Get yourself a Classic Detroit t-shirt here! Don't miss our great merch selection in the Detroit Lions Podcast store. Looking for the relief that CBD products can bring? Click here: https://bit.ly/2XzawlG Get your Lions Gear at: https://bit.ly/2Ooo5Px As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases made here: https://amzn.to/36e2ZfD Donate Direct at: https://bit.ly/2qnEtFj Join the Patreon Crew at: https://bit.ly/2bgQgyj #lions #detroitlions #detroitlionspodcast #allgrit #onepride #tampabay #tampabaybuccaneers #buccaneers #bucs #bakermayfield Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Detroit Lions Podcast: Lessons from Kansas City and What Comes Next The Detroit Lions left Arrowhead with a loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, and while it was a frustrating finish, there was more to unpack than just the score. In this week's episode of The Gray Area, we break down what went wrong, what went right, and how this team needs to respond as it prepares for another prime-time matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. From Jared Goff's efficiency to Brian Branch's fiery moment, from officiating frustration to Aidan Hutchinson's continued impact, this episode covers it all. What We Learned Against the Chiefs The biggest takeaway from the Kansas City game is that this Detroit Lions team is built to win with its offense, not in defensive slugfests. Head coach Dan Campbell has preached complementary football since the day he arrived, but this roster leans on its offensive firepower to carry the load. In both of Detroit's losses this season, the offense was held under 20 points—13 against Green Bay and 17 against Kansas City. Against elite opponents like Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs, that simply isn't enough. Jared Goff was sharp again, completing 79 percent of his passes with two touchdowns despite heavy pressure and limited ground support. Amon-Ra St. Brown's rare drop on fourth down and penalties from the offensive front cost Detroit opportunities to extend drives. Meanwhile, Aidan Hutchinson and the defense couldn't generate consistent stops, forcing only one punt from Kansas City all night. When Mahomes is given that kind of rhythm, the result is predictable. The officiating became a headline, and for good reason. The Chiefs went an entire game without a single enforced penalty, something that hadn't happened in 363 straight nfl contests. Still, Detroit made enough of its own mistakes to shoulder much of the blame. Brian Branch, Discipline, and the Road Ahead Brian Branch's postgame scuffle and looming fine added another layer of frustration to an already heated night. His aggressiveness is part of what makes him great, but his emotional control is now a point of emphasis for Campbell. Branch has been fined over $129,000 this season, and another deduction appears imminent after Sunday's melee. The coaching staff knows it must regroup quickly. Tampa Bay arrives for Monday Night Football with a 5-1 record, confidence in quarterback Baker Mayfield, and a defense capable of exploiting any lingering Lions injuries. The message this week is clear: stay poised, play your game, and get back to executing the fundamentals that fueled Detroit's four-game win streak. Dan Campbell called the Chiefs loss a “wake-up call,” and that's exactly what it needs to be. The Lions are still one of the NFL's top teams, but if they want to stay in the NFC's top tier, they have to clean up the mistakes and refocus their edge—because nobody is going to feel sorry for them. https://youtu.be/Ju3LwbZJH7Q Let us know what you think about the show by commenting in the podcast thread in the subreddit, or by leaving us a voice mail message via Skype at: Detroit Lions Podcast  Your input will help make the show better, and if you leave us a message on Skype, you just might be featured in an upcoming podcast! You can also give us a call at (929) 33-Lions. Get yourself a Classic Detroit t-shirt here! Don't miss our great merch selection in the Detroit Lions Podcast store. Looking for the relief that CBD products can bring? Click here: https://bit.ly/2XzawlG Get your Lions Gear at: https://bit.ly/2Ooo5Px As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases made here: https://amzn.to/36e2ZfD Donate Direct at: https://bit.ly/2qnEtFj Join the Patreon Crew at: https://bit.ly/2bgQgyj #lions #detroitlions #detroitlionspodcast #allgrit #onepride #kansascity #kansascitychiefs #chiefs #brainbranch #branch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Detroit Lions Podcast: Bengals Lessons, Chiefs Challenge The Detroit Lions are 5-1 after taking down the Cincinnati Bengals, their fourth straight victory and one that further solidified their place among the nfl elite. In this week's episode, we unpack how Jared Goff's efficiency and leadership have stabilized the team through injuries, how Kalif Raymond continues to deliver impact plays in key moments, and how Kelvin Sheppard and John Morton have this coaching staff operating at championship tempo ahead of a Sunday night showdown with the Kansas City Chiefs. The story of this Lions offense continues to be balance and adaptability. Goff has been the steady heartbeat, completing nearly 75 percent of his passes and avoiding turnovers while commanding pre-snap adjustments that keep defenses off balance. His chemistry with Amon-Ra St. Brown remains elite, but it was Kalif Raymond who provided the spark in Cincinnati with a clutch punt return that set up an early score and flipped momentum. The podcast breaks down how John Morton's play sequencing kept the Bengals guessing—quick game, motion, and play action that forced light boxes and opened running lanes for David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs. The episode also dives into how Morton's offense, still evolving post–Ben Johnson, continues to thrive on situational mastery. Detroit ranks among the league's best in third-down efficiency and red-zone scoring, driven by Goff's control of tempo and the line's ability to protect despite injuries. The creativity remains alive and well—trick plays, shifts, and personnel groupings designed to attack defensive tendencies rather than lean on volume passing. Defensively, Kelvin Sheppard has turned versatility into identity. The Bengals learned quickly that Detroit's front seven can wreck a game on its own. Aidan Hutchinson continues to lead the charge, but the podcast highlights how Sheppard's late-down disguises and mixed coverage shells have turned this group into one of the NFL's most disruptive units. Even as the secondary remains banged up, the Lions' ability to generate pressure with four and stay disciplined in their rush lanes has kept explosive plays to a minimum. Looking ahead, the focus shifts to Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs. Sheppard's next challenge is containing a quarterback who thrives on chaos. Expect Detroit to lean on simulated pressure, zone-match coverage, and spy looks to force Kansas City to sustain drives rather than strike deep. Offensively, Morton and Goff will aim to control pace, shorten possessions, and keep Mahomes watching from the sideline. This week's message is clear: the Detroit Lions have evolved into a complete team—balanced, resilient, and ready for prime time once again. https://youtu.be/MiqD9ai75OU Let us know what you think about the show by commenting in the podcast thread in the subreddit, or by leaving us a voice mail message via Skype at: Detroit Lions Podcast  Your input will help make the show better, and if you leave us a message on Skype, you just might be featured in an upcoming podcast! You can also give us a call at (929) 33-Lions. Get yourself a Classic Detroit t-shirt here! Don't miss our great merch selection in the Detroit Lions Podcast store. Looking for the relief that CBD products can bring? Click here: https://bit.ly/2XzawlG Get your Lions Gear at: https://bit.ly/2Ooo5Px As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases made here: https://amzn.to/36e2ZfD Donate Direct at: https://bit.ly/2qnEtFj Join the Patreon Crew at: https://bit.ly/2bgQgyj #lions #detroitlions #detroitlionspodcast #allgrit #onepride #cincinnati #cincinnatibengals #bengals Jared Goff's Steady Hand and Offensive GrowthKelvin Sheppard's Defense and the Chiefs Test Ahead Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Cleveland Browns In The Grey AreaLions Prove They Can Win in Multiple Ways The Detroit Lions left Ford Field on Sunday with a 34–17 win over the Cleveland Browns, and the performance underscored an important truth about this team: they can win in a variety of ways. Dan Campbell has been preaching versatility since training camp, and his roster showed it in Game 4 of the NFL season. The Cleveland Browns brought the league's top-ranked defense into Detroit. Jim Schwartz had Myles Garrett and a front four capable of wrecking games. On paper, this looked like a brutal test for Jared Goff and the Lions offense. Instead, Detroit leaned on defense and special teams to flip the game. Forcing turnovers and cashing them in for 17 points, plus a key Khalif Raymond return, highlighted just how complete this Lions roster has become. The defense held Cleveland's struggling offense in check, outside of the now-familiar opening drive lapse. For the fourth straight game, the Lions allowed a touchdown on the opponent's first possession. Yet once again, they settled in, clamped down, and dictated terms the rest of the way. Aidan Hutchinson's disruptive presence and a revitalized front seven are putting opponents on notice. Offensive Efficiency and Individual Performances The Lions offense didn't need fireworks to get the job done, but they still found ways to make history against Cleveland's vaunted defense. Jameer Gibbs ran for more yards on his own than any single team had managed against the Browns all season. The Lions finished with 109 rushing yards, nearly double what Cleveland typically allows, and did not give up a single sack. That speaks volumes about both the offensive line and Goff's pocket awareness. Amon-Ra St. Brown continued his consistent dominance, adding to a remarkable season that already places him in historic company. Through four games, he has joined names like Randy Moss in producing receptions, yards, and touchdowns at a pace rarely seen in the NFL. Hutchinson's sack production is similarly eye-catching, as he barrels into Defensive Player of the Year conversations. The statistics tell a story of a balanced and dangerous team. Detroit became just the third NFL team since the 1970 merger to go three straight games without allowing a sack while also producing 15 touchdowns and 10 sacks in the same stretch. That kind of balance—production on both sides of the line of scrimmage—separates contenders from pretenders. The Month One Vibe Check Four games into the 2025 NFL season, the Lions stand at 3–1, in first place in the NFC North, and with momentum on their side. The offense is efficient, the defense opportunistic, and the culture Campbell has built is evident on every snap. This victory over the Cleveland Browns was not just another win. It was proof that the Lions can adapt, win ugly, win flashy, or simply outlast an opponent. As we turn toward Game 5, Detroit looks like a contender ready to make noise all season long. https://youtu.be/i2rb1b4hRHg Let us know what you think about the show by commenting in the podcast thread in the subreddit, or by leaving us a voice mail message via Skype at: Detroit Lions Podcast  Your input will help make the show better, and if you leave us a message on Skype, you just might be featured in an upcoming podcast! You can also give us a call at (929) 33-Lions. Get yourself a Classic Detroit t-shirt here! Don't miss our great merch selection in the Detroit Lions Podcast store. Looking for the relief that CBD products can bring? Click here: https://bit.ly/2XzawlG Get your Lions Gear at: https://bit.ly/2Ooo5Px As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases made here: https://amzn.to/36e2ZfD Donate Direct at: https://bit.ly/2qnEtFj Join the Patreon Crew at: https://bit.ly/2bgQgyj #lions #detroitlions #detroitlionspodcast #allgrit #onepride #cleveland #clevelandbrowns #browns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Detroit Lions Make a Statement in Baltimore | Detroit Lions Podcast The Detroit Lions stunned the football world with a decisive Monday Night Football win over the baltimore ravens, marking their first-ever victory in Baltimore and flipping the early-season narrative on its head. In this week's episode of the Detroit Lions Podcast, we break down how Dan Campbell's team imposed their will against one of the NFL's most feared opponents, what it means for Jared Goff's growing reputation, and where the Lions stand in the evolving playoff picture. Jared Goff's Efficiency and Offensive Balance One of the podcast's key themes was the versatility of this Lions offense. Against the Bears in Week 2, Goff carved up Chicago through the air. Against Baltimore, Detroit leaned on the ground game, piling up over 220 rushing yards and four touchdowns behind the duo of David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs. Goff was quietly surgical again, completing 20 of 28 passes with no turnovers, highlighted by a clutch fourth-down strike to Amon-Ra St. Brown. Listeners will appreciate how the episode contextualizes Goff's performance within national narratives. Despite playing mistake-free, efficient football, Goff continues to be overlooked in league-wide conversations until he proves it on the postseason stage. The show makes the case that, like Lamar Jackson, Goff is playing at a level that demands recognition—if not now, then certainly by February. Defense Turns Up the Heat on Lamar Jackson Detroit's defense once again started slow, giving up a touchdown on Baltimore's opening drive, but Kelvin Sheppard's unit adjusted brilliantly. The Lions recorded seven sacks, tying the most Lamar Jackson has ever taken in a game. The pass rush, led by Aidan Hutchinson, consistently collapsed the pocket, while coverage improved as the night wore on. Not every storyline was glowing. Rookie corner Terrion Arnold struggled early, finding himself trending on social media for the wrong reasons. But as the podcast notes, the secondary settled down once the front seven took over, and the Lions' ability to adjust midgame highlights the growing maturity of this defense. Dan Campbell's Team, and What's Next Perhaps the biggest takeaway is cultural: this is Dan Campbell's team, and the national media can no longer dismiss him as a “meathead motivator.” From fourth-down aggression to locker room accountability, Campbell has built a program that responds to adversity—whether it's a Week 1 loss to Green Bay or a hostile road environment in Baltimore. With Cleveland and Cincinnati on deck before another primetime date with Tampa Bay, Detroit has the chance to build on momentum and position itself atop the NFC North and the wider NFL power rankings. As the podcast emphasizes, this isn't just a hot start—the Lions are built to contend, and the best football may still be ahead. Listen on YouTube and Spotify for the full breakdown of Lions-Ravens, fan reactions, and what lies ahead for Detroit. https://youtu.be/a630BHoNMJ0 Let us know what you think about the show by commenting in the podcast thread in the subreddit, or by leaving us a voice mail message via Skype at: Detroit Lions Podcast  Your input will help make the show better, and if you leave us a message on Skype, you just might be featured in an upcoming podcast! You can also give us a call at (929) 33-Lions. Get yourself a Classic Detroit t-shirt here! Don't miss our great merch selection in the Detroit Lions Podcast store. Looking for the relief that CBD products can bring? Click here: https://bit.ly/2XzawlG Get your Lions Gear at: https://bit.ly/2Ooo5Px As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases made here: https://amzn.to/36e2ZfD Donate Direct at: https://bit.ly/2qnEtFj Join the Patreon Crew at: https://bit.ly/2bgQgyj #lions #detroitlions #detroitlionspodcast #allgrit #onepride #baltimore #ravens #baltimoreravens Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Detroit Lions opened their 2025 NFL season with a disappointing Week one loss, but everything seemed to right itself in week two against the Chicago Bears. Where the offensive line struggled last week they dominated this week. Where the Defensive line couldn't buy a sniff of Jordan Love last week they basked in the musk of Caleb Williams. Where they couldn't cover a floor with a rug last week they... You get the idea. What were Detroit Lions fans treated to on Sunday, and what's in store for them next week? Find out in the Grey area. https://youtu.be/rfUbJ6ne4fQ Let us know what you think about the show by commenting in the podcast thread in the subreddit, or by leaving us a voice mail message via Skype at: Detroit Lions Podcast  Your input will help make the show better, and if you leave us a message on Skype, you just might be featured in an upcoming podcast! You can also give us a call at (929) 33-Lions. Get yourself a Classic Detroit t-shirt here! Don't miss our great merch selection in the Detroit Lions Podcast store. Looking for the relief that CBD products can bring? Click here: https://bit.ly/2XzawlG Get your Lions Gear at: https://bit.ly/2Ooo5Px As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases made here: https://amzn.to/36e2ZfD Donate Direct at: https://bit.ly/2qnEtFj Join the Patreon Crew at: https://bit.ly/2bgQgyj #lions #detroitlions #detroitlionspodcast #allgrit #onepride #packersreaction Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this installment of TPS Reports the Squares discuss going to the Little Brother concert, Jacksonville ticket sales, political assassinations, frozen yogurt, pop-punk Picturesque, bullet inscriptions & big D's in prison. Watch the Perennial music video Outro song: "Homage" by Keith Da Maestro Smoochie Gang Playlist Term's Album of the Week Playlist Please send questions, stories & whatever else to tpsreportspodcast@gmail.com and feel free to leave us a voicemail at 708-797-3079. The Palmer Squares on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Patreon & more Shop for Official TPS Merchandise

Detroit Lions Post Game Reaction: Week 1 Loss to the Green Bay Packers Fixable Problems or Deeper Concerns? The Detroit Lions opened their 2025 NFL season with a disappointing Week 1 loss to the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field. As fans sift through the emotions of frustration and anger, the focus turns to whether this was simply bad execution in a tough road environment—or something more systemic. Head coach Dan Campbell insists the problems are fixable. Missed assignments can be corrected, mental errors addressed, and coaching issues cleaned up. Still, the offensive game plan came under immediate scrutiny. Offensive coordinator John Morton is now facing questions after a debut that featured receivers bunched in ineffective route trees, linemen blocking ghosts, and a running attack that stalled repeatedly against light defensive fronts. The Lions offense managed only one touchdown while Jared Goff spent much of the afternoon checking down under pressure. Some fans had flashbacks to Joey Harrington as the short throws piled up, but a closer look shows Goff played smart football given Green Bay's deep two-safety shell. He avoided forcing throws, limited turnovers, and worked within a system that needs better support up front. Leadership, Collaboration, and the Road Ahead Beyond X's and O's, the Lions face an internal test of leadership. Reports suggest Goff had influence on personnel decisions—most notably the move to start veteran Graham Glasgow at center over rookie Tate Ratledge. While Glasgow is experienced, the protection issues were glaring. If quarterback preference factored too heavily into that decision, the Lions must recalibrate who drives the process. Dan Campbell has built his tenure on grit, collaboration, and empowering players. But there comes a time when the coach has to reset priorities and demand execution. Week 1 exposed communication breakdowns and schematic flaws that must be resolved immediately. The good news? It's still early. Sixteen NFL teams sit at 0-1 today. Campbell's Lions have historically started slow, but the season is long. Beat the Chicago Bears this Sunday at Ford Field and the narrative shifts. The roster remains stacked—Amon-Ra St. Brown, Jameson Williams, Aidan Hutchinson, and others didn't suddenly forget how to play football. The bad news? The schedule ahead is brutal. Road trips to Cincinnati, Kansas City, and Baltimore loom large. Fixes must come fast, or the Lions risk sliding into a hole that talent alone can't climb out of. For now, Detroit Lions fans can breathe, regroup, and remember: it's just Week 1. But as this post game reaction podcast reminds us, the problems on display in Green Bay demand urgency, not excuses. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WYFMuXh65-g Let us know what you think about the show by commenting in the podcast thread in the subreddit, or by leaving us a voice mail message via Skype at: Detroit Lions Podcast  Your input will help make the show better, and if you leave us a message on Skype, you just might be featured in an upcoming podcast! You can also give us a call at (929) 33-Lions. Get yourself a Classic Detroit t-shirt here! Don't miss our great merch selection in the Detroit Lions Podcast store. Looking for the relief that CBD products can bring? Click here: https://bit.ly/2XzawlG Get your Lions Gear at: https://bit.ly/2Ooo5Px As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases made here: https://amzn.to/36e2ZfD Donate Direct at: https://bit.ly/2qnEtFj Join the Patreon Crew at: https://bit.ly/2bgQgyj #lions #detroitlions #detroitlionspodcast #allgrit #onepride #packersreaction Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 225 | This week on Discover Ag, Natalie and Tara dig into the headlines shaping food safety, viral culture, and wellness misinformation — with their usual dose of snark and sincerity. First up: A Florida mom's devastating lawsuit after raw milk labeled "not for human consumption" allegedly sickened her toddler and led to miscarriage. The hosts unpack the regulatory gray areas, the role of wellness influencers, and why "it's safe until it isn't" captures the raw milk debate perfectly. Then, Arizona's viral dance crew takes center stage. These young girls from Mesa's Impact Dance company danced their way to internet fame with "Tulsa Time" and scored a dream moment on stage with Lainey Wilson. The hosts celebrate age-appropriate representation and genuine talent in a world of overly sexualized youth performance. Next, they taste-test Lady Gaga's viral wine and Diet Coke combination (spoiler: Tara's not impressed). What started as a trendy drink reveal turns into a cultural lesson about Spanish cocktail traditions and how American influencers often miss the mark on cultural context. And finally, a deep dive into GMO cheese misinformation. When a wellness influencer with 600K followers claims Pfizer is secretly putting GMOs in 90% of US cheese, the hosts break down the science behind fermentation-produced chymosin and why fear-mongering about food processes helps no one. BUT WAIT — there's more! Stick around for their disco debrief on Ballerina Farm's new brick-and-mortar store in Utah, plus sponsor shoutouts that'll have you stocking your pantry with heritage flour and farm-fresh everything. What We Discovered This Week

Hello to you, Annie Jesperson & Nathaniel Talbot listening from Deep Harvest Farm on Whidbey Island!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds (& a bit more goodness) for Wednesdays on Whidbey and your host, Diane Wyzga.  Every week I head over to Deep Harvest Farm from July through Thanksgiving to fill my basket with organic produce as a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) member. Early in day the CSA members get an email with a list of what's been harvested, a recipe or two and a musing by Farmer Annie like this one, The Fallacy of Sunk Costs. Maybe like me you'll recognize yourself in her words:          The Fallacy of Sunk Costs [~ by Annie Jesperson]“Sometimes a benefit and other times a detriment of long farm days are the countless hours alone with one's thoughts. A morning spent pruning tomatoes and dragging irrigation lines offers opportunity to practice deep breathing, mindfully listen to the sparrow songs or to stew on last night's sub-optimal conversation with your sister while mentally spiraling about foreign affairs.There's time for it all! We spend many moments with the gentle coo of the wind but also keep our brains stimulated with a wide assortment of podcasts. A few of us love "The Gray Area with Sean Illing," which is a philosophy show that covers culture, politics, and other big conversation topics.I'm pretty sure it was here, I learned about one of my now favorite philosophical principles that comes in handy most farm days and in the rest of life, too. It's called “The fallacy of sunk costs.” Anyone else a fan?? This concept expresses the mental error in one's tendency to keep going on an endeavor just for the sake of finishing it. You've invested some time, money, and energy so you want to complete a task even if the costs of completing it outweigh the positives. It's knowing when to cut losses and till in those overly weedy carrots, shrug your shoulders and leave the last 10% of the giant fruit tree unpruned or close the book you're not loving and pick up something else. There's nothing to gain by doing otherwise!Every day, we look at our mammoth to-do list and decide what's a priority and what just isn't going to happen and not infrequently we kiss some hard work goodbye for the sake of future plantings and more vital tasks. Prioritizing and letting go might be a farmer's most important skills as well as life talents, too, aiding us in the efficiency, time, productivity and happiness of Life!”Click HERE to visit Deep Harvest Farm,  learn about the farm & its farmers, sign up for the Seed Newsletter for hot garden tips, farm news and seed discounts, join the Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) Farm Share, AND shop the 170 varieties of Certified Organic, Open-Pollinated, & Non-GMO seed proven to thrive in the Pacific Northwest: FLOWER SEEDS  ~  VEGETABLE & HERB SEEDSThank you for listening!You're always welcome: "Come for the stories - Stay for the magic!" Speaking of magic, I hope you'll subscribe, share a 5-star rating and nice review on your social media or podcast channel of choice, bring your friends and rellies, and join us! You will have wonderful company as we continue to walk our lives together. Be sure to stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website, check out the Services, arrange a no-sales Discovery Call, and stay current with me as "Wyzga on Words" on Substack.ALL content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.  If you found this podcast episode helpful, please consider sharing and attributing it to Diane Wyzga of Stories From Women Who Walk podcast with a link back to the original source.Stories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer's Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron Music

In today's Quick Hits blast from the past: Sarah Rusbatch is a certified Women's Health and Wellbeing Coach, an accredited Grey Area Drinking Coach and a Key-Note speaker sharing her journey to Sobriety and the impact of alcohol on mental health to global audiences. After developing what she describes as 'a dysfunctional relationship with alcohol', Sarah made the decision to remove alcohol from her life in early 2019 and has never looked back. She now works with women across the globe, guiding them from feeling lost, stuck and out of control (something she fully understands herself), to a healthier and happier way of living. "You don't have to identify as an 'alcoholic' to have a problem with alcohol." "You don't have to hit rock bottom to want to change your relationship with alcohol." "Does this resonate with you? If so, please know that you are not alone." -Sarah Visit Sarah's website. Listen to the full episode or watch the video here. Listen to the full episode on Apple.     Sponsors Get 15% off Magnesium Breakthrough and all other order by BIOptimzers at bioptimizers.com/hormone with coupon code HORMONE!     Are you in peri or post menopause and looking to optimize your hormones and health? At Hormone Solutions, we offer telemedicine services and can prescribe in every U.S. state, as well as in British Columbia, Alberta, and Ontario in Canada.   Visit karenmartel.com to explore our comprehensive programs: Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy Individualized Weight Loss Programs  Peptide Therapy for weight loss    Interested in our NEW Peptide Weight Loss Program? Join today and get all the details here.   Join our Women's Peri and Post Menopause Group Coaching Program, OnTrack, TODAY!   To our nursing audience members, our podcasts qualify for nursing CE @ RNegade.pro. Provide # CEP17654.   Your host: Karen Martel Certified Hormone Specialist, Transformational Nutrition Coach, & Weight Loss Expert   Karen's Facebook Karen's Instagram

In episode #91 of The Weekly Bioanalysis, John and Dom return to a two-person format to tackle the "gray areas" of bioanalysis, focusing on drug discovery, biomarkers, tissues, and emerging technologies. They discuss how traditional PK assay validation is highly standardized, but areas like early-stage discovery, biomarker qualification, and tissue analysis require more nuanced, fit-for-purpose approaches. A key theme is the need for flexibility and client collaboration, particularly when defining what constitutes validation versus qualification. The hosts emphasize how evolving technologies and commercially available reagents are enabling more streamlined, context-driven assays, though terminology differences—especially between U.S. and EU practices—continue to cause confusion. They close with a discussion on tissue assay limitations, particularly the inherent variability introduced during sample homogenization.“The Weekly Bioanalysis” is a podcast dedicated to discussing bioanalytical news, tools and services related to the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical and biomarker industries. Every month, KCAS Bio will bring you another 60 minutes (or so) of friendly banter between our two finest Senior Scientific Advisors as they chat over coffee and discuss what they've learned about the bioanalytical world the past couple of weeks. “The Weekly Bioanalysis” is brought to you by KCAS Bio.KCAS Bio is a progressive growing contract research organization of well over 250 talented and dedicated individuals with growing operations in Kansas City, Doylestown, PA, and Lyon, France, where we are committed to serving our clients and improving health worldwide. Our experienced scientists provide stand-alone bioanalytical services to the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, animal health and medical device industries.

Welcome to Episode 59 of This is Not Happening (TINH), an Album of the Month (AOTM) Podcast. We're missing a team-member this month as Davide is on an Anglo-French diplomatic mission. In Part 1 we deep dive into an Album that one of us has chosen and in Part 2 we play 'Spin it or Bin it'.  We pick a theme and each pick a song that represents that theme. We judge the selections by asking the question 'Spin It or Bin It'?In Part 1, Nolan is in the seat. He brings Little Sim'z new album, Lotus. This was a reluctant choice when he made it. He thought it was an interesting album but he was far from loving it. Has that changed in a month?In Part 2, we celebrate New Music. What are our favourite new tracks from the last couple of months?                            ----- Part 1 | Little Simz | 'Lotus' -----This is the 2nd Little Simz album we're reviewed as our little Album of the Month collective. Last time round was here debut album Grey Area which would all pretty much loved. I think our experience of her work since then has varied significantly. This album has been launched in a quite dramatic and controversial environment following the collapse of Simz' relationship with former collaborator Inflo. What does Simz sound like without Inflo? Let's find out.Listen to the album, listen to the pod, tell us what you think. Here are some links that we mention on the pod or think could be useful to explore;Listen to the album ... HERE.We mention the great Louis Theroux podcast interview ... HERE.Watch the video for 'Young' ... HERE.Buy some stuff ... HERE.                            ----- Part 2 | Spin It or Bin It | 'New Music' -----The theme this month is New Music. Simple. What new tunes are we loving? There's LOADS of amazing music out but we also need to pick something that we think the rest of us will vote 'spin it' to.Joey chose 'Feisty' by Smerz.Nolan chose 'Next to You' by Erykah Badu and The Alchemist.David chose 'Tricky' by New Windows.Guy chose 'Lowly' by Young FathersWe all chose 4 tracks as a shortlist which we combine into a belter of a 16 track playlist, listen to that bad boy HERE.We've been writing the blog for years come and have a look - https://thisisnothappening.net/

Self-improvement is a process, it's not black or white. We need to break the idea of all or nothing when it comes to bettering ourselves.

By Nathan Ekama - There are many "grey areas" in life. There a few "grey areas" in scripture. How should we deal with and approach these? The best way is to live as God would have us to and let him know what is in our heart.

We're on a break at the moment to plan, research, and write all sorts of things, but, to fill the gap, this is the second of two new compilation episodes containing a trio of stories from across our earlier series. We have entitled this episode “Three Morality Tales” as this clutch – well, they aren't all straight allegories, but they do engage with ideas of right and wrong, and that funny, liminal band between them: the infamous ‘Grey Area' where the rules of life get a little bit squirly. They are our second-lap Staffordshire story, The Mermaid of the Black Mere of Morridge, our recent Hertfordshire story, The Wicked Lady, and our Series 6 finale story from Norfolk, The Pedlar of Swaffham. We really hope you enjoy them, and will be back on Monday with our next Lang Fairy Tale!The Three Ravens is an English Myth and Folklore podcast hosted by award-winning writers Martin Vaux and Eleanor Conlon.Released on Mondays, each weekly episode focuses on one of England's 39 historic counties, exploring the history, folklore and traditions of the area, from ghosts and mermaids to mythical monsters, half-forgotten heroes, bloody legends, and much, much more. Then, and most importantly, the pair take turns to tell a new version of an ancient story from that county - all before discussing what that tale might mean, where it might have come from, and the truths it reveals about England's hidden past...Bonus Episodes are released on Thursdays plus Local Legends episodes on Saturdays - interviews with acclaimed authors, folklorists, podcasters and historians with unique perspectives on that week's county.With a range of exclusive content on Patreon, too, including audio ghost tours, the Three Ravens Newsletter, and monthly Three Ravens Film Club episodes about folk horror films from across the decades, why not join us around the campfire and listen in?Learn more at www.threeravenspodcast.com, join our Patreon at www.patreon.com/threeravenspodcast, and find links to our social media channels here: https://linktr.ee/threeravenspodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The More Sibyl Podcast Presents: 법 밖의 삶| The Legality of Surrogacy - The Grey Area We Didn't Know | Episode 19 (2025)Five beautiful episodes. Seven amazing guests and several deeply personal stories.Sùúrùgate has reached its final chapter, and I can't help but feel proud of the ground we've covered. We've peeled back the layers of infertility, parenthood, and the deeply intimate journey of surrogacy, giving voice to those often left out of the conversation. As we wrap this powerful series, we take a bold turn into a topic that's rarely discussed: the legal realities of surrogacy in Nigeria.In this must-listen episode, I'm joined by the brilliant Lawyer Gbenga Adebisi, who brings unmatched clarity to Nigeria's current surrogacy landscape, one that remains largely undefined by law. Gbenga walks us through the murky legal framework (or better put, the lack of one) and offers critical insight into why treating surrogacy as just a contract is not only misguided but potentially dangerous. His words surprised me, and they just might shift your perspective, too.We unpack the fundamental question: Is surrogacy even legal in Nigeria? The answer is not what most people think. Gbenga explains how the absence of federal legislation leaves all parties—intended parents, surrogates, and especially the children—exposed and unprotected. He also highlights the often-exploitative systems in place that leave surrogate mothers underserved, unsupported, and without recourse.If you've ever considered surrogacy, know someone who has, or simply care about protecting the most vulnerable in society, this episode is for you. You'll walk away with practical insight into how to navigate this complex terrain more responsibly, even in the absence of clear legal guidelines.But more than that, I hope this episode ignites something deeper—a call to advocate for comprehensive legal reform in Nigeria. Surrogacy should not operate in the shadows. Every child deserves legal clarity. Every surrogate deserves dignity. Every family deserves protection.So please, don't just listen—understand. Share this episode widely. Let's raise our voices and push for a future where surrogacy in Nigeria is guided not just by hope, but by justice.

Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac spend some time with the Co-Owner and Publisher of Dawgs HQ and Co-Host of The Steakhouse, Rusty Mansell! Ali, Mike, Beau, and Rusty talk about the Georgia High School Association (GHSA) making bylaw changes to address student-athletes transferring in a big way, and how it will affect high school athletics moving forward.

Thinking of bringing your car back to Ireland when you move? There's quite a few things you need to know before you start planning!In this episode, I'm joined by someone who knows the process inside-out: my husband, Bryan Wickham. As well as being a chartered accountant, Bryan's a long-time car enthusiast who's imported vehicles from overseas and handled all the twists and turns of VRT, customs, and navigating Revenue.We talk through the key tax and practical considerations for expats moving cars into Ireland. When exemptions apply, what paperwork is needed, the potential issues to watch out for, and the hidden costs people often miss. Planning to move a car from across the world can be a guessing game: securing insurance before registration, understanding CO2 bands for motor tax, the 12-month rule that could trigger a clawback… Bryan shares his experiences so you can better prepare to bring your car to Ireland.You should note that this isn't a service we offer at Expat Taxes, but it's a topic that comes up all the time with clients so we wanted to share what we've learned from making the move ourselves!Main Topics discussed in this Episode:Transfer of Residency Relief for Vehicles: Expats returning to Ireland may be eligible to import their personal vehicle tax-free under the Transfer of Residency relief.The VRT, VAT & Customs Cost Trap: Without relief, importing a car can trigger a hefty tax bill with customs duties, VAT, and Vehicle Registration Tax (VRT).Documentation, Agents & Practical Logistics: Using a customs agent can significantly ease the paperwork burden.Road Tax, Insurance & NCT Challenges: Finding the right insurer willing to cover an unregistered or left-hand drive car, ensuring NCT compliance & Ireland's CO2 Road Tax bands.Risks, Grey Areas & When Things Go Wrong: If you fall short of the qualifying criteria or Revenue disagrees with your valuation, you could face costly appeals or clawbacks.*****If you loved this episode or have a similar story, we'd love to hear from you! You can get in touch with us directly at info@expattaxes.ie or leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.Taxbytes for Expats is brought to you by ExpatTaxes.ie. If you're considering moving to or from Ireland and would like support with your taxes, book a consultation today: https://expattaxes.ie/services-and-pricing/.Mentioned in this episode:Special Offer from our Trusted Partner, Currencies DirectThis episode is brought to you by Currencies Direct, our trusted currency exchange partner when transferring currency to or from Ireland. Use the link below and quote "Expat Taxes" when registering with Currencies Direct to receive a €50 One4All or Amazon voucher when you transfer €5000 or more in your first six months with Currencies Direct. Click here for Currencies Direct Special OfferCheck out ExpatTaxes.ie to get your Tax sorted!

In this episode Kyra and Allison discuss multiple topics surrounding the "grey areas” of ethics within climbing. Things like, does a top rope ascent “count” as the first ascent of a climb? Can you down climb a climb to preserve the onsight? What about having an “oh shit” rope draped next to a highball top out as a safety net in case you panic? These are the important questions that we don't have answers to, but do have opinions on. Hopefully none of this is too hot of takes for anyone, we kept it to our opinion and are not trying to shame or influence anyone with these thoughts and ramblings. If you enjoyed this episode, follow us on instagram or join as a free member on Patreon for more content! patreon.com/circleup https://www.instagram.com/crcleup

Alex Ayliffe (@staytech.jj) shares his insights into "grey area skills" in jiu jitsu and how to bridge concepts directly into practice and game design. Follow Alex on Instagram here. Hope you enjoy! Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes! Join our Discord to share thoughts and feedback. Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!Use the code "HELP" to get 10% off Jake's "Less Impressed More Half Guard Passing" instructional. Thanks for supporting the show!

00:00 - Intro & Welcome Daimon 6:58 - Top Racers Not Attending in Mod & Stock  9:14 - Awesome Facility  10:35 - Lefty's First Experience with EOS Carpet  11:34 - The Track !! 19:00 - Stock 2WD & 4WD 30:35 - MOD Class  39:30 - Phend & Aydin Clash 42:30 - 4WD or Fireworks ? 47:36 - Let these drivers show emotion! 48:45 - Are There Team Orders? 52:30 -  XRAY and the GREY AREA? 57:50 -  XRAY USA Presence 59:56- Euro Perspective on XRAY Growth 1:01:06 - Rivalry is OK 1:03:09 - Is Off road too fast on Carpet ? 1:07:49 - Series Racing builds Storylines  1:10:35 - Dirt Nationals Picks ! 1:16:11- Thoughts on TLR 22X 1:22:47 - Raging Aydin Horne Trackside Interview

On this episode of the Adventure Capitalist Podcast, Austin Brawner and Cody Shirk are joined by Rear Admiral Mike Studeman (Ret.), author of Might of the Chain: Forging Leaders of Iron Integrity. In this in-depth interview, the retired two-star Navy admiral shares insights from his 35-year career leading intelligence operations and his book's unique storytelling approach to leadership. From navigating language barriers and mastering Mandarin to tackling today's leadership crisis, Studeman discusses core values, integrity in U.S. history, and the search for the next great American leader. He also offers practical advice on handling ethical grey areas, balancing work and life, and inspiring young people to lead with purpose. Dive into this episode to get inspired about where the world is going and learn about the upcoming challenges that we face! Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 01:13 - Welcome Mike! 02:57 - Challenge of a language barrier 05:36 - Learning about China through the Chinese language 07:24 - Lack of leadership today 09:09 - What are your core values? 14:47 - Integrity in US History 22:29 - Is the next "Washington" on the way? 32:14 - How to deal with the Grey Area 36:40 - Allies or Foes? 43:07 - Work-life balance 49:57 - Learning away from America 54:00 - Advice to young people 01:00:19 - Literature as a moral compass 01:03:52 - The next chapter 01:08:00 - Outro

Todays' podcast is another really positive and uplifting meeting with someone right at the top of their game. Fresh from posting record annual profits of over $1.4bn on a top line that exceeded $6bn for the first time, it was perhaps understandable to find Adrian Cox, CEO of Beazley in excellent spirits. Whilst the market may be peaking in terms of pricing, speaking to Adrian it certainly doesn't seem to be peaking in terms of profitable opportunity, and much of this podcast is a dissection of global specialist insurance opportunities in the world and how a top-tier progressive underwriter like Beazley is positioning itself to make the most of them. Whether it be fast-emerging new classes of insurance relating to the decarbonisation of the economy, burgeoning new geopolitical risk and complexity, the rise of parametric covers, the application of artificial intelligence or indeed the fast-changing dynamics of how insurance is transacted, this encounter reveals positive new thinking and investment in abundance. Listen on for all this and more. I think if you listen closely enough you can hear a distillation of Beazley's distinctive culture coming through, not just in what Adrian is saying about the issues of the day, but in the way he is saying it. It seems that it is possible that rigour and discipline combined with worldly curiosity and a willingness to allow controlled experimentation in the understanding that not everything will go to plan can all form key parts of a successful business culture. This is another good episode to file away for when you're in need of a morale-booster. Adrian's enthusiasm and good humour are infectious and I think you'll enjoy listening to this as much as I enjoyed recording it   LINKS: We thank our naming sponsor AdvantageGo: https://www.advantagego.com

On this week's episode of Artist Friendly, Joel Madden is joined by JP Saxe. Whether it's for his own solo work or the myriad of artists he works with, Saxe wears his heart on sleeve, transforming reflections on love and grief into irresistibly relatable songs. Following 2023's A Grey Area, Saxe has returned with the new single “Safe,” which he premiered at a benefit show for LA wildfires at NYC's Bowery Ballroom in January. In a wide-spanning conversation with Madden, the Grammy-nominated musician opens up about the loss of his mother, writing songs for Sabrina Carpenter and Lewis Capaldi, and his upcoming album, Articulate Excuses. Listen to their conversation on Artist Friendly wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also watch the episode over at Veeps.  ------- Host: Joel Madden, @joelmadden Executive Producers: Joel Madden, Benji Madden, Jillian King Producers: Josh Madden, Joey Simmrin, Janice Leary Visual Producer/Editor: Ryan Schaefer Audio Producer/Composer: Nick Gray Music/Theme Composer: Nick Gray Cover Art/Design: Ryan Schaefer Additional Contributors: Anna Zanes, Neville Hardman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a textWhen I was invited to interview someone from Ashley Madison, I hesitated. My first instinct was judgment — but then I realized, that's the same kind of stigma people apply to non-monogamy all the time.This powerful conversation with Paul Keable, Chief Strategy Officer at Ashley Madison, dives deep into the complex, often misunderstood world of infidelity, emotional disconnection, and unmet needs in long-term relationships.

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