Podcasts about Grove

Welcome to Truth, Lies and Work, the award-winning podcast where behavioural science meets workplace culture, brought to you by the HubSpot Podcast Network. In this episode of This Week in Work, Al is joined by guest co-host Dr Jake Tuber as they dig into a landmark report on youth unemployment, a blockbuster NYT piece on remote work and loneliness, and whether you should ever trust your gut over the data. Connect with Dr Jake Tuber: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaketuber Subscribe to his newsletter: https://workwise.substack.com

What if the biggest thing holding your business back is you?In this episode of the Female emPOWERed Podcast, Christa Gurka tackles one of the most common growth barriers for Pilates studios, PT practices, and boutique fitness businesses: owner dependence.If every decision, client issue, schedule change, refund request, and team question still lands on your desk, you've become the bottleneck in your own business. Christa shares how owner dependence quietly limits profitability, scalability, freedom, and even the future value of your company.Drawing from her experience building and selling Pilates in the Grove, Christa explains why being "indispensable" isn't a strength—it's a liability—and outlines practical steps to help you build a business that can thrive without your constant involvement.In This Episode, You'll Learn: How to identify the hidden signs of owner dependence  Why being the go-to person for everything hurts business growth  The "Hub and Spoke" model and how it creates bottlenecks  How buyers evaluate businesses that rely heavily on the owner  The mindset shift required to move from operator to CEO  The first areas every owner should delegate  How systems and processes create consistency without sacrificing quality  Real examples of business owners who reclaimed their time and increased profitability Key Takeaways✔️ If everything runs through you, your business can't truly scale.✔️ Owner dependence creates stress, limits freedom, and lowers business value.✔️ Strong systems and empowered team members create sustainable growth.✔️ The most valuable businesses are built to operate without the owner being involved in every decision.Ready to Stop Being the Bottleneck?Learn more about Fit Biz Accelerator:

Only in St. Louis. A city firefighter is on administrative leave after surveillance cameras caught him doing his business in a box at Lambert Airport — and now food safety investigators are asking the questions nobody wanted to ask. Only on the Marc Cox Morning Show do you get the full, unfiltered story. Then Marc and Kim turn to Major League Baseball's response to the San Francisco Giants scripture controversy — Rob Manfred says it was all a misunderstanding, but the bottom line is clear: pride flags get grandfathered in, scripture gets flagged. And ahead of this weekend's Pride Fest in the Grove, St. Louis's mayor is shutting bars down at midnight after two people were shot and six arrested at last year's event — and the LGBTQ advisory board is calling it emotional abuse. The Marc Cox Morning Show covers the stories St. Louis needs to hear, even when they're messy. Don't touch that dial. Hashtags: #MarcCoxMorningShow #StLouisMorningBrief #LambertAirport #MLB #SanFranciscoGiants #ChristianDiscrimination #PrideFest #StLouis #TheGrove #JoshHawley #ElectionIntegrity #MarcCox #KimStOnge #STL #ConservativeRadio

Hour 2 of the Marc Cox Morning Show is one of the most consequential hours of radio you'll hear all week. Marc Cox goes toe to toe with Tucker Carlson's Republican exit — calling his Israel obsession exactly what it is: anti-Semitism dressed up as principle. Planned Parenthood doubles down on evil with a Senate endorsement that Ari Fleischer calls genuinely dangerous, while a Missouri court strips away basic abortion safety requirements and hands radical leftists another win. Former Missouri Senator John Lamping joins to make the definitive case for Amendments 3, 4, and 5 — and calls out conservatives sabotaging their own cause from within. The St. Louis Morning Brief covers a firefighter caught on camera doing the unthinkable at Lambert Airport, MLB's double standard on Christian expression, and Pride Fest curfew chaos in the Grove. And In Other News wraps it all up with a kidnapping gone deadly, a truth-telling anchor's emotional on-air exit, and an 85-year-old street racer. This is the Marc Cox Morning Show — and Hour 2 delivered. Hashtags: #MarcCoxMorningShow #Hour2 #TuckerCarlson #JohnLamping #PlannedParenthood #Amendment4 #Amendment5 #StLouisMorningBrief #InOtherNews #MissouriPolitics #ElectionIntegrity #NancyGuthrie #ConservativeRadio #MarcCox #STL

Four hours. Zero punches pulled. The Marc Cox Morning Show delivers one of its most explosive broadcasts of the year and not a single story lands without consequence. Tucker Carlson torches his 35-year Republican career over an Israel obsession Marc Cox calls exactly what it is — anti-Semitism dressed up as principle. The Iran MOU critics are screaming into YouGov polls while a real American hero, former hostage Rocky Sickman, reminds everyone what 444 days of torture at Iranian hands actually looks like. Missouri conservatives get a masterclass on why Amendment 4 and Amendment 5 are the most important votes they'll cast this year — as Soros-funded groups, Planned Parenthood, and the Missouri Realtors Association pour millions into lies designed to keep the Constitution wide open for radical hijacking. Former Missouri Senator John Lamping joins to make the definitive case and call out conservatives sabotaging their own cause from within. The St. Louis Morning Brief covers a firefighter caught on camera doing the unthinkable at Lambert Airport, MLB's stunning double standard on Christian expression, and Pride Fest curfew chaos erupting in the Grove. Fox and Friends First co-anchor Todd Piro calls in live from a Fox News makeup room with the heartbreaking latest on the Nancy Guthrie kidnapping. It's 2A Tuesday with Mark Walters of Armed American Radio breaking down the Supreme Court's landmark nine to zero Hamani ruling, a Fifth Circuit victory for silencer owners, and the left's blueprint to destroy the Bruin precedent the moment they retake power. Kim St. Onge sounds the alarm on Brazilian parents jailed for homeschooling without DEI — and warns Christian families in America that they are already in the crosshairs. University of Minnesota law professor Ilan Wurman delivers a stunning constitutional autopsy — from New Deal power grabs to rogue district judges acting as an unchecked council of revision the Founders explicitly rejected. Ryan Wiggins brings the hard data showing Democrats hemorrhaging 275,000 voters in key swing districts, exposes the 2020 census miscounting that handed Democrats up to six stolen House seats, and dismantles the left's racist Electoral College argument for exactly what it is — pure desperation. And the show closes with three bombshells in rapid succession: $200 million laundered from USAID into Joe Biden's 2024 campaign, Fauci back in Rand Paul's crosshairs, and Chuck Schumer accidentally admitting 25 million people on Democrat voter rolls may not be legal citizens. This is the Marc Cox Morning Show — and today was one for the history books. Hashtags: #MarcCoxMorningShow #MarcCox #KimStOnge #TuckerCarlson #RockySickman #Amendment4 #Amendment5 #JohnLamping #StLouisMorningBrief #ToddPiro #NancyGuthrie #2ATuesday #MarkWalters #SupremeCourt #SecondAmendment #IlanWurman #Constitution #RyanWiggins #ElectionIntegrity #VoterFraud #USAID #Fauci #RandPaul #ChuckSchumer #SaveAct #Missouri #ConservativeRadio #AmericaFirst #CommonSense #PatriotVoices Full Guest List: Rocky Sickman — Former Iran hostage on what 444 days of captivity reveals about the Iran MOU and Trump's approach (Hour 1 reference/podcast) John Lamping — Former Missouri Senator on Planned Parenthood's Nazi endorsement, Missouri's abortion free-for-all and why conservatives must vote YES on Amendments 3, 4 and 5 Todd Piro — Fox and Friends First co-anchor on the Nancy Guthrie kidnapping update and Savannah Guthrie's emotional on-air reaction Mark Walters — Armed American Radio host and Second Amendment Foundation spokesman on the Supreme Court's 9-0 Hamani ruling, silencer protections and the left's plot to destroy Bruin Ilan Wurman — University of Minnesota law professor on how the Constitution has been hijacked, runaway federal power and out of control judges Ryan Wiggins — Wiggins America host on Democrats hemorrhaging swing district voters, the Electoral College attack and the 2020 census robbery

THE FIXTURES ARE OUT & BEFORE YOU KNOW IT WE'LL BE DEFENDING OUR TITLEEpisode 189 looks ahead to Arsenal's title defence as the 2026/27 Premier League fixtures drop and Tabs and Andy dive into them.The FA have once again conspired against Arsenal by forcing us to play every team home and away. Outrageous. But we analyse it anyway.The pair break down:the opening run, the tricky patches, the festive chaosthe Community Shield vs City (how much do we actually care?)where the Champions League and domestic cups might collidethe impact of the World Cup on squad availability and early‑season rhythmthe games that jump out, the away days to circle, and the moments that feel like title‑decidershow the World Cup has (or hasn't) grabbed us so farScotland's campaign, England's form, and the Arsenal players involvedthe injury fears, the scheduling madness, and the countdown to pre‑seasonThe fixtures are out.The countdown begins.Fifty‑odd days until we go again.--Follow, rate, and subscribe on your favourite podcast app.Find us on socials: @thegroveafcThis is The Grove, and everyone is welcome. COME ON YOU GUNNERS!----Follow, rate, and subscribe to The Grove Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube @thegroveafcFind us on BlueSky, Threads, TikTok, Instagram and YouTube: @thegroveafcEmail us here: thegrovepodcast@outlook.com

 2 Timothy 1:8-12Student Discipleship Pastor, Jacob PrinceSunday, June 21, 2026

 1 Chronicles 28:9-10, 20Adult Discipleship Pastor, Ric BlaziSunday, June 21, 2026

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Mystical Bamboo Grove: Artistic Inspiration & Friendship Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2026-06-22-22-34-01-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 嵐山竹林には神秘的な光景が広がっていました。En: In the Arashiyama bamboo grove, a mystical scene unfolded.Ja: 夏の風がしなやかに竹の葉を揺らし、透けるような光が地面に模様を描いていました。En: The summer breeze gently rustled the bamboo leaves, and translucent light painted patterns on the ground.Ja: この場所は静かで神秘的、まるで別の世界に足を踏み入れたようです。En: This place was quiet and mysterious, as if stepping into another world.Ja: ハルトは胸に期待とうっすら不安を抱え、竹林の小道をゆっくりと歩きました。En: Haruto walked slowly along the path through the bamboo grove, holding both expectation and a faint anxiety in his heart.Ja: 彼は最近、絵の依頼を受けました。En: He had recently received a commission for a painting.Ja: その絵が評価されたら、画家としての一歩を踏み出せるかもしれません。En: If that painting was well-received, it might be his first step toward becoming an artist.Ja: でも、時間がありませんでした。En: But there wasn't much time.Ja: インスピレーションが必要でした。En: He needed inspiration.Ja: 彼の横には幼馴染のユキがいました。いつも彼を支えてくれる友達です。En: Beside him was his childhood friend, Yuki, who always supported him.Ja: 「ハルト、竹林は素晴らしいね。どんな絵を描くの？」ユキは言いました。En: "Haruto, the bamboo grove is wonderful. What kind of painting will you do?" Yuki asked.Ja: 「まだわからないよ。自然をそのまま描きたいんだけど、自信がないんだ。」En: "I don't know yet. I want to paint nature as it is, but I'm not confident."Ja: ユキはハルトを励ました。「きっと素晴らしい絵になるよ。大丈夫。」En: Yuki encouraged Haruto. "I'm sure it will be a wonderful painting. You'll be fine."Ja: 竹林の道は続いていました。En: The path through the bamboo grove continued.Ja: ユキは時々、面白がって脇道に逸れたがり、ハルトを困らせました。En: Yuki occasionally wanted to wander off onto side paths, amusing herself and bothering Haruto.Ja: 「ねえ、この先に何があるか見てみようよ。」ユキは目を輝かせて言いました。En: "Hey, let's see what's ahead there," Yuki said, her eyes sparkling.Ja: ハルトは少し迷いましたが、結局、彼女について行くことにしました。En: Haruto hesitated a little but eventually decided to follow her.Ja: 竹の陰に隠された小さな空き地に出たとき、突然、夏の夕立がやってきました。En: When they emerged into a small clearing hidden among the bamboo, suddenly a summer shower appeared.Ja: 二人は慌てて木々の下に避難しましたが、いつの間にか離れ離れになっていました。En: They hurriedly took shelter under the trees but ended up getting separated.Ja: ハルトは雨の音を聞きながら、竹の間を彷徨いました。En: Listening to the sound of the rain, Haruto wandered through the bamboo.Ja: すると、目の前に光が差し込みました。En: Then, light shone before him.Ja: 雨で濡れた竹が輝き、その中に太陽の光がキラキラと煌めきました。En: The rain-soaked bamboo glowed, and sunlight glittered within it.Ja: それはまるで、竹林自体が大きな絵画であるかのような光景でした。En: It was like the bamboo grove itself was a huge painting.Ja: 「この景色だ……。」ハルトは感じました。En: "This scene..." Haruto felt it.Ja: これがまさに彼が探していたインスピレーションでした。En: This was the inspiration he had been looking for.Ja: 少しして、ハルトはユキと再会しました。「ユキ、絵のアイデアが浮かんだよ！」En: A little later, Haruto reunited with Yuki. "Yuki, I've come up with an idea for the painting!"Ja: ユキは笑顔で答えました。「やったね、やっぱりここに来てよかったね。」En: Yuki replied with a smile. "Awesome! I'm so glad we came here."Ja: その後、ハルトは安心してシャツを絞りながら微笑みました。En: Afterward, Haruto squeezed the water out of his shirt with a sense of relief and smiled.Ja: 予期せぬ冒険が彼に新しい視点を与えてくれたのです。En: The unexpected adventure had given him a new perspective.Ja: そして、ユキもまた、自分の冒険心が大切であることを感じました。En: And Yuki also felt the importance of her adventurous spirit.Ja: 二人は笑いながら竹林を後にし、心の中で大切なことを学びました。En: Laughing, the two left the bamboo grove, having learned something important in their hearts.Ja: ハルトは自分の直感を信じる力を、ユキは未知への冒険を楽しむ力を。En: Haruto gained the strength to trust his intuition, while Yuki embraced the power of enjoying adventures into the unknown.Ja: それぞれの心に、夏の日の特別な思い出が深く刻まれました。En: Each held the special memories of that summer day deeply in their hearts. Vocabulary Words:mystical: 神秘的breeze: 風rustled: 揺らしtranslucent: 透けるpatterns: 模様expectation: 期待anxiety: 不安commission: 依頼inspiration: インスピレーションconfidence: 自信encouraged: 励ましたwander: 彷徨いましたsparkling: 輝かせhesitated: 迷いましたclearing: 空き地shelter: 避難separated: 離れ離れglittered: 煌めきreunited: 再会adventure: 冒険perspective: 視点intuition: 直感embraced: 感じましたunknown: 未知memories: 思い出emerged: 出たscenery: 光景stepping: 足を踏み入れたoccasionally: 時々relief: 安心

In this RV Miles mini episode (415), Jason and Abby share a special trip report from Redwood National and State Parks in Northern California, based on Abby's weeklong May vacation with longtime friends Jenny and Grant. Abby recaps hikes and highlights, including Fern Canyon, Lady Bird Johnson Grove, Trillium Falls, Big Tree Wayside, Stout Grove, Grove of Titans, and the Newton B. Drury Scenic Drive, plus RV access cautions for narrow roads and small parking. She also recommends stops like SeaQuake Brewing, Hey Juan, McIntosh Farm Country Store, and the Sequoia Park Zoo's Redwood Sky Walk. *Get links and more in the show notes at https://RVMiles.com/414 *Support RV Miles and independent RV journalism

We all give our hearts to something — our job, a relationship, trying to stay in control, hoping it'll hold our world together. But there's only one thing in the universe that's actually strong enough to hold it all.

“Covered with flowers, Hanuman, the son of the wind, became brilliant in the middle of the Ashoka grove, looking like a mountain of flowers.” (Valmiki Ramayana, Sundara Kand, 14.11)

We all give our hearts to something — our job, a relationship, trying to stay in control, hoping it'll hold our world together. But there's only one thing in the universe that's actually strong enough to hold it all.

We're traveling boldly into our Listener Library for an episode of Escape recommended to us by Caden. Thanks, Caden! This story, “The Grove of Ashtaroth,” is adapted from a short story by John Buchan. It tells the story of two men who stumbled upon a strange grove of trees in Africa. One is so enchanted […]

The Systematized Executive: Engineering Operational Freedom with Heather HargroveIn a recent episode of The Thoughtful Entrepreneur Podcast, host Josh Elledge sat down with Heather Hargrove, an independent consultant and the founder of Grove, to dissect the backend operational failures that silently trap high-performing business owners in a state of perpetual exhaustion. Heather, a decorated military veteran who channels structured logistics and extreme resilience into her corporate strategy, specializes in auditing chaotic business infrastructure and transforming it into a self-sustaining asset. This conversation provides an essential operational blueprint for mid-market founders and enterprise leaders who are ready to eliminate administrative bottlenecks, design objective business dashboards, and transition away from a founder-dependent model to reclaim true lifestyle freedom.The Operational Backbone: Designing Resilient Workflow Frameworks Past Technical ToolsThe most widespread mistake made by scaling business owners is treating software purchases or rapid automation as a shortcut to corporate efficiency. Heather Hargrove points out that technology is merely a delivery mechanism; if an organization automates a broken, undocumented process, it only succeeds in accelerating its operational chaos and confusing its internal workforce. True structural scale is achieved by mapping out the "how" of daily operations—explicitly documenting communication flows, establishing ironclad Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and defining clear role ownership across all management tiers. When an enterprise replaces ad-hoc firefighting with centralized, living processes, it removes the founder as the primary operational bottleneck, liberating executive cognitive capacity to focus entirely on high-yield, long-term valuation strategy.Transitioning an organization out of administrative friction also requires a highly disciplined commitment to data visualization and clear team feedback loops. Many business leaders rely heavily on reactive financial statements or subjective intuition to make critical strategic decisions, which often masks creeping operational inefficiencies until lines begin to break. Real scalability is unlocked when an enterprise implements simple, real-time data dashboards to track predictive indicators, such as new lead velocity, active conversion metrics, and client engagement rates. These empirical insights empower management teams to operate with complete autonomy, resolving bottlenecks on the frontline long before they require corporate intervention. This structural framework completely eliminates the typical 3 a.m. executive anxiety, building an agile corporate engine that scales predictably without demanding the founder's daily physical presence.Furthermore, constructing a truly resilient enterprise demands that corporate leaders weave personal health advocacy, community support, and intentional boundaries directly into the fabric of their executive habits. Drawing from her intense military background and personal health triumphs, Heather highlights that an organization's ultimate capacity is tightly bound to the long-term well-being of its human capital. When a founder uses clear operational guardrails to protect their own time, they establish an internal company culture that rejects toxic hustle structures and respects natural human limits. By standardizing backend workflows and dedicating strategic resources to community initiatives—such as her pro-bono work with Project Vets—executives ensure their business serves their life rather than consuming it, creating a lasting professional legacy built on stability and premium market authority.About Heather HargroveHeather Hargrove is an independent operations consultant, a seasoned corporate systems strategist, and the founder of Grove. Leveraging a disciplined background in military logistics alongside years of high-level management consulting, Heather specializes in auditing structural gaps to help founders transition from reactive operators into visionary CEOs. She is a passionate advocate for executive resilience and active community volunteer, providing specialized advisory services to help veteran-led organizations streamline their corporate infrastructure.About GroveGrove is a premier operational development consultancy and systems engineering firm that provides custom workflow auditing, SOP design, and dashboard optimization for mid-market businesses. The consultancy eliminates administrative debt by mapping internal communication structures, simplifying corporate tech stacks, and introducing cross-functional accountability frameworks. Through proprietary diagnostic evaluations like The Inside Look, Grove enables companies to achieve predictable growth, eliminate founder dependency, and build self-sustaining operational assets.Links Mentioned in This EpisodeHeather Hargrove Official Website: heatherhargrove.comHeather Hargrove on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/theheatherhargroveKey Episode HighlightsThe Software Fallacy: Understanding why buying new tools before documenting your manual workflows introduces severe administrative debt.The Architecture of SOPs: Crafting simple, repeatable Standard Operating Procedures and Loom video pipelines to ensure flawless employee onboarding.Predictive Metric Dashboards: Transitioning away from reactive accounting data to build real-time visual charts that measure lead velocity and client retention.The Founder Extraction Strategy: Implementing high-accountability feedback loops that allow internal teams to operate independently without micromanagement.The Resilience Mandate: Applying military-grade operational discipline and personal health advocacy to protect executive focus and corporate long-term growth.ConclusionThe conversation with Heather Hargrove reinforces that operational excellence is a direct downstream result of intentional structure, not exhaustive manual hustle. By auditing current processes, standardizing data-driven dashboards, and prioritizing clear human communication over complex software, business leaders can transform a chaotic setup into a highly structured, self-sustaining corporate asset.More from The Thoughtful Entrepreneur

https://brett-schumacher-shop.fourthwall.comhttps://www.patreon.com/c/CreepyGhostStoriesWelcome to Creepy Ghost Stories, your ultimate horror podcast for the strange, the bizarre, and the unexplained.Hosted by author and narrator Brett Schumacher, this channel is the premier destination for scary stories designed to chill you to the bone or help you drift off to sleep. We specialize in high-quality narrations ranging from viral creepypasta legends to true horror stories submitted by real people.What you can expect on the channel:• Folk Horror: Unsettling tales from the Appalachian Mountains and deep woods.• High Strangeness: Bizarre glitch in the matrix accounts and alien horror.• Supernatural: The best haunted stories and paranormal stories from around the world.• Real Encounters: Real horror experiences from night shifts, lonely roads, and closed locations.Whether you are a fan of Reddit horror or classic folklore, Creepy Ghost Stories brings these terrors to life with immersive audio.Subscribe now and turn on notifications for your daily dose of ghost stories.

Let's be honest: Your partner isn't actually driving you crazy, your boss isn't just a monster, and your family isn't out to get you. You're just exhausted from lighting yourself on fire to keep them warm.In this episode of Gettin' in the Grove, we are exposing the absolute biggest lie you've been told about anger. Hint: It's not an outside problem.Resentment is your body's way of saying: "I abandoned myself."

In September 1964, a 26-year-old missile tracking technician named Donald Shrum went bow-hunting in the Tahoe National Forest. He expected to bring home some venison—he didn't expect to spend 12 grueling hours trapped in a pine tree fighting an interstellar tactical squad.Throw out everything you think you know about sophisticated, peaceful alien abductions. The Cisco Grove incident is a visceral, chaotic, retro-futuristic survival horror movie come to life. We're talking short humanoids wrapped in seamless silver gimp suits and a five-foot-tall mechanical "robot" that looked like a smoke-belching 1950s refrigerator with glowing red eyes.When the entities surrounded his tree and started blasting him with suffocating knockout gas, Shrum didn't lie down and submit. He turned into a 1960s Rambo, launching hunting arrows that detonated into showers of blue sparks against metallic torsos. When the ammo ran dry, he resorted to pure, beautiful medieval desperation—lighting his own hunting cap on fire and raining burning garbage down on his cosmic captors.Join the guys this week as they dive deep into one of the most bizarre, physical, and downright ridiculous standoffs in UFO history. Grab your burning hats, strap yourselves to a branch, and let's get weird.Find Us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/c/BrohiopodcastWe Live Stream All Our Episodes! youtube.com/brohiopodcastFind us on all the socials @BrohioPodcast

Exodus 26:30-37Senior Pastor, Clint PressleySunday, June 14, 2026 

Revelation, as wild and frightening as it may appear, isn't a doomsday code to crack — it's a curtain being pulled back on reality to give you strength for today and hope for tomorrow.

It's time for another Listener Mail episode, and as always, the High on Home Grown community brings the questions that get us thinking! This week we discuss the relationship between compost and pest management, and whether using homemade compost indoors carries the same risks as bringing pests in from the garden. We also dive into outdoor growing, covering the common pests, diseases, and warning signs growers should be keeping an eye out for throughout the season, from powdery mildew and honeydew to insects and environmental issues. We answer questions about reusing Grove-style curing bags, how long they last, and whether they need cleaning between harvests. The conversation then turns to travel, favourite holiday destinations, cannabis tourism, social clubs, and why consumption lounges haven't become more widespread in parts of the United States. Finally, we discuss what makes certain cannabis strains command such high prices, looking at genetics, rarity, breeding work, marketing, hype, and whether some strains are genuinely worth the premium. As always, it's a laid-back mix of growing advice, cannabis culture, travel chat, and community questions, with plenty of laughs along the way.

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Sneakers used to be one of two things: performance or fashion. Somewhere in the last decade, that line collapsed — and the shoes most of us are reaching for now sit firmly in the middle.I'm joined by Adam and Ryan Goldston, founders of APL and the first members of an athletic company ever inducted into the CFDA, for a conversation on how they ushered in the era of the fashion sneaker. From getting banned by the NBA for their first shoe to landing in Selfridges, Net-a-Porter, and Saks before anyone else was selling performance product in those rooms, Adam and Ryan share how a clear point of view — and a refusal to use logos — built one of the most distinctive sneaker brands in the world.We get into world-building beyond product, why they believe taste is their real superpower and the consumer shift toward quieter, design-led pieces.Shop APL https://www.athleticpropulsionlabs.com/In this episode, we get into:What actually set the stage for the era of the fashion sneakerWhy being inducted into the CFDA in 2016 was a turning point for the entire sneaker industryThe decision to launch in Selfridges, Net-a-Porter, and Saks before anyone else was selling performance in luxury roomsWhy APL refuses to use big, emblazoned logos — and how that built a stronger brandThe rise of the personal brand and why consumers don't want to be walking advertisements anymoreWhat "simple, yet severe" actually means as a design philosophyInside the APL flagship at The Grove and why it feels more like a gallery than a storeWhy building a brand world still requires a physical experience in an increasingly digital ageRalph Lauren as the singular blueprint for world-building — and the moment they found out Ralph himself is an APL fanWhy Adam and Ryan consider taste their real superpower (and how to cultivate it)The relationship between taste, bravery, and confidenceThe Tokyo trip and the souffle pancakes that inspired the ZipLine midsoleWhy texture — both tactile and visual — is the most important element of a perfect sneakerThe rise of the luxury basic and why consumers are investing in staples right nowHow the F1 partnership in 2016 shaped APL's global luxury performance positioningThank you to my partners at Macy's for my newest wardrobe essentials. Shop my selects here! https://shopmy.us/collections/5681436 #MacyspartnerLet's Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Romans 8:28Guest Pastor, H.B. Charles Jr.Sunday, June 7, 2026 

Most people spend their lives trying to avoid certain things. Fear. Uncertainty. Loss. Questions they don't want to ask. But what if the thing you're running from isn't what you think it is? Pastor Isaiah explores one of Jesus' most famous statements and why it matters more than ever.

Join Rob this week as he talks about possibly one of the most bizarre UFO stories out there, the Cisco Grove UFO incident! This 1964 UFO encounter saw a hunter fighting off robots and aliens with a bow and arrow, throughout a full night!Let us know what you think!All our links here – https://www.linktr.ee/spookyafMusic: Dank Halloween by Shane Ivers – https://www.silvermansound.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A background in the culinary world is a huge plus for a winemaker, and Jesse Fox has just that. Jesse the Winemaker at Sequoia Grove Winery in Napa Valley and his time as a chef has certainly paid off. I caught up with Jesse when he visited Milwaukee just a few weeks ago while on [...]

This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Jesse Fox, Winemaker, Sequoia Grove, Napa Valley, defining the term “Complexity”.  Learn more by visiting sequoiagrove.com.

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It’s been a minute since we talked about short games! (Episode 194 or Episode 369) But life is crazy these days, we’ll get into the monthly report, so we started thinking about games that were fast. What are some great ones that take 10-15 minutes? 0:00:00 Fact for 423 423 is the easiest symmetrical 3 object siteswap besides the basic pattern in juggling. Go to YouTube and look up “423 juggling” and you’ll see a ton of them. Sponsor Message Set up a free call by going to firstmovefinancial.com/familygamers today. 0:05:00 What We’ve Been Playing Animal Rescue TeamGot Five!Unmatched: Stars and Stripes (John Henry vs George Washington, John Henry vs Wyatt Earp)Compile: Main 2Tiny Ninjas (reviewed back in 2019)Mission to Planet Hexx 0:15:00 May Monthly Report? Andrew: 9 games played 9 times. H-index: just 1. Anitra: 12 games played 17 times. H-index: 2 (Unmatched, Compile: Main 2, S’mores Galore Roast & Write, Adventurous) 0:16:45 The Family Gamers Community Welcome to our newest members! #Backtalk Games you won’t let yourself buy? You express mixed feelings on the #backtalk channel of the Discord. 0:23:10 Top 10(ish) Quick Games What do you play if you’ve got 15 minutes or less? A few that our family is likely to pull out when we’ve got limited time: Trio – this list is not in order, but Trio would be our top recommendation.SimiloFloristryGot Five! (review coming soon)Quarto5er FindenDrop ItKiri-ai: The DuelGet the MacGuffin What do these games have in common?Simultaneous turns, or very simple turns (limited decision set).Strategic, but not complex.Need to pay attention to the information you get on other players’ turns.They don’t need to have a timer limiting how fast your turns go. (Exceptions: 5er Finden is a race, and Floristry has a timed auction every round.) Number 10(ish): three party games (that are more of a social activity):Person Do ThingChit ChatSmug Owls Solo games? Anitra is playing fewer short solos these days. But if she wanted a quick one: A Gentle Rain, A Nice Cuppa, Food Chain Island, Grove, or Adventurous all play in under 15 minutes without feeling rushed. Find more at TheFamilyGamers.com/tag/solo 0:49:00 New Backtalk Question Does your family play any super-short games? What are they? Tell us on the #backtalk channel on our Discord, or in our Facebook community. Find Us Online: Facebook: @familygamersaa and thefamilygamers.com/communityTwitter (X): @familygamersaaInstagram: @familygamersaaTikTok: @familygamersaaBluesky: @familygamersaaThreads: @familygamersaaYoutube: TheFamilyGamers or join the Family Tabletop Community on Discord! thefamilygamers.com/discord Or, for the most direct method, email us! andrew@thefamilygamers.com and anitra@thefamilygamers.com. PLEASE don’t forget to subscribe to the show, tell your friends about the show, and leave us a review at Apple Podcast or whatever your podcast subscription source is. We’re also on Amazon Music, TuneIn, and Spotify. You can also now find us on YouTube Music! So pull it up and give us a listen while you’re toiling away at work :) Music for The Family Gamers Podcast is provided with permission from You Bred Raptors? The Family Gamers is sponsored by First Move Financial. Go to FirstMoveFinancial.com/familygamers to learn how the team at First Move Financial can help you pile up the victory points. The post Episode 423 – Top 10 Quick Games appeared first on The Family Gamers.

 Exodus 25:31-40Senior Pastor, Clint PressleySunday, May 31, 2026

The person least likely to think they have a blindspot is the person most certainly has one. That's just how blind spots work. In this sermon, we look at a story Jesus told about two people who both needed God... and only one of them knew it.

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Healing Hearts in Kyoto's Bamboo Grove Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2026-05-31-22-34-01-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 春の陽気が優しく降り注ぐゴールデンウィークのある日、加藤家は京都の嵐山竹林へ向かった。En: On a day during Golden Week, when the gentle spring sunshine was pouring down, the Kato family headed to the Arashiyama bamboo grove in Kyoto.Ja: この場所は、家族の絆を取り戻すために完璧な場所に思えた。En: This place seemed perfect for restoring the family bonds.Ja: 青々とした竹が高くそびえ、静寂の中に心を落ち着けてくれる。En: The lush green bamboo soared high, soothing their hearts in the silence.Ja: リーダーの役割を背負った長男のカイトは、家族の中で懸案事項だった対立を解消したいと思っていた。En: The eldest son, Kaito, who bore the role of leader, wanted to resolve the conflicts that had been a pending issue within the family.Ja: 一方、妹のハナは、家族からの理解を求めつつも、自分を表現することが苦手だった。En: Meanwhile, his sister Hana struggled to express herself, while still seeking understanding from her family.Ja: 再会の機会を設けたのは、いとこのリクだった。En: It was their cousin Riku who organized the reunion.Ja: 彼は皆を呼んで、長らく続いた負の感情を癒すことを願っていた。En: He hoped to call everyone together to heal the prolonged negative feelings.Ja: その日、竹林を歩きながら、カイトは覚悟を決めた。En: That day, as they walked through the bamboo grove, Kaito made up his mind.Ja: 今こそハナと話し合うべき時だ。En: It was time to talk with Hana.Ja: 彼は深呼吸をし、妹の方に歩み寄った。En: He took a deep breath and approached his sister.Ja: 「ハナ、ちょっと話せる？」En: "Hana, can we talk for a moment?"Ja: ハナは少し驚いたが、うなずいてカイトの隣を歩くことにした。En: Hana was slightly surprised but nodded and decided to walk beside Kaito.Ja: 竹林の穏やかな空気が、二人が抱える緊張を和らげてくれる。En: The gentle atmosphere of the bamboo grove eased the tension they both felt.Ja: カイトは言った。「いつも辛くあたってごめん。君を誤解していたのかもしれない。」En: Kaito said, "I'm sorry for always being harsh. I might have misunderstood you."Ja: ハナは黙って足を止めた。En: Hana stopped silently.Ja: 長い沈黙の後、彼女は言った。「私も家族にもっと心を開くべきだった。でも、自分の意見を聞いてほしいって思うこともあるの。」En: After a long pause, she responded, "I should have been more open with the family too. But there are times when I want my opinions to be heard."Ja: 二人の間にあった誤解が少しずつ溶けていくのを感じたカイトは、ゆっくりと微笑んだ。En: Feeling the misunderstandings between them gradually dissolve, Kaito slowly smiled.Ja: 「これからはもっと話そうね、ハナ。家族だからさ。」En: "Let's talk more from now on, Hana. We are family, after all."Ja: 嵐山竹林の中、風が竹を揺らす音が心地よかった。En: In the Arashiyama bamboo grove, the sound of the wind rustling the bamboo was comforting.Ja: 二人は、少しずつ絆を深めることを決意した。En: They resolved to deepen their bond step by step.Ja: その後、家族全員が楽し気に会話を交わし、リクもほっとした様子を見せた。En: Afterwards, the whole family engaged in cheerful conversation, and Riku appeared relieved.Ja: これからは、家族の中での素直なコミュニケーションが大事だと気づいたカイト。En: Kaito realized the importance of honest communication within the family.Ja: 家族の絆は、言葉と理解で強くなるものだ。En: Family bonds are strengthened through words and understanding.Ja: 竹林を抜けると、明るい春の光が二人を包んだ。En: As they exited the bamboo grove, the bright spring light enveloped them.Ja: その日は、家族の新しい始まりとなった。En: That day marked a new beginning for the family. Vocabulary Words:soared: 高くそびえたrestoring: 取り戻すbonds: 絆soothing: 落ち着けるconflicts: 対立pending: 懸案事項resolve: 解消するstruggled: 苦手だったreunion: 再会prolonged: 長らく続いたapproached: 歩み寄ったeased: 和らげてくれるtension: 緊張pause: 沈黙misunderstood: 誤解していたopinions: 意見dissolve: 溶けていくrustling: 揺らすcomforting: 心地よかったengaged: 交わしrelieved: ほっとしたhonest: 素直なcommunication: コミュニケーションstrengthened: 強くなるstep by step: 少しずつbright: 明るいenveloped: 包んだmarked: 始まりとなったgentle: 優しくspring sunshine: 春の陽気

Podcasting 2.0 May 29th 2026 Episode 261 - "Podhemian Grove" Podcasting 2.0 May 29th 2026 Episode 261 - "Podhemian Grove" Mike Dell joined the board room to help Adam and Dave with the solution to the Secret Pdcast Group's Problems. Download the mp3 Podcast Feed PodcastIndex.org Preservepodcasting.com Check out the podcasting 2.0 apps and services newpodcastapps.com Support us with your Time Talent and Treasure Show Notes ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 01 - ALLIANCE FOR MEASUREMENT IN PODCASTING — Podnews press release this morning: Alliance for Measurement in Podcasting (AMP) launches. Industry consortium for podcast measurement standards. Dave reblog with snark (May 29): "They want better app metrics for their ad-tech but the only 'app' in their council is Spotify.

Jarrod "Box" Grove from Caldwell Shooting Supplies joins us after Plinka Palooza at Range Ready Studios, where he put on a clinic with the new Claycopter Surface-to-Air Launcher. We talk about Box's serious shotgun skills and where he got them, the engineering and inspiration behind the claycopter design, and how Caldwell grew from humble shooting rests and bags into a more innovative player in the rapidly growing shotgun subculture within the greater firearms industry. Please give Box a warm welcome to the show!  Caldwell Shooting official site: https://www.caldwellshooting.com/ Follow Caldwell on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caldwellshooting/ GunTalk Media / Range Ready Studios: https://www.guntalk.com/

The Listing Bits Podcast is now available on your favorite podcast player! Overview Greg Robertson sits down with Katrina Romatowski, founder and CEO of reSpace, to discuss a new approach to housing affordability through co-homeownership. Drawing on nearly three decades in real estate, development, and housing advocacy, Katrina explains how reSpace redesigns homes into private suites with shared common spaces and enables buyers to purchase fractional ownership interests. The conversation explores affordability, homeownership as a wealth-building tool, aging-in-place design, MLS challenges, and the growing need for alternative housing models.  Key Takeaways Katrina grew up throughout the Pacific Northwest, worked in construction from a young age, and built a career spanning real estate sales, development, and brokerage.  Her real estate company was founded as a social purpose corporation, leading to the creation of a nonprofit focused on housing and mentorship for people exiting incarceration and recovery programs.  The idea for reSpace emerged after selling a small infill home for nearly $1 million and questioning who could realistically afford it.  Inspiration came from fractional ownership models such as Picasso, but Katrina wanted to apply the concept to primary housing rather than luxury vacation homes.  reSpace creates homes with private suites that include ensuite bathrooms, closets, workspace areas, and personal amenities, paired with shared kitchens and living spaces.  Buyers purchase an ownership interest in the property, allowing them to live in high-cost neighborhoods at a price point closer to renting an apartment.  The model is designed to help first-time buyers, retirees, siblings, friends, and other groups gain access to ownership while maintaining independence.  Katrina argues that homeownership remains one of the most important pathways to building middle-class wealth and that affordability challenges are increasingly shutting people out of that opportunity.  A major hurdle for reSpace has been gaining MLS support for fractional ownership listings, despite existing standards that support partial-interest ownership categories.  Current projects include The Grove in Seattle's Ballard neighborhood and a historic mansion redevelopment in Leschi, with plans to expand through technology and partnerships.  Links reSpace Snapshot by reSpace Katrina Romatowski on LinkedIn Links Signal Conference 1000Watt Sponsors Aligned Showings — MLS-owned showing software built to simplify scheduling, improve communication, and keep MLS data where it belongs. Giant Steps Job Board – Built for organized real estate and PropTech, not generic tech bros and recruiters who don't know what an MLS is. Production and editing services by: Sunbound Studios

Annie and Nick try their very best not to get sidetracked, as they focus on just one topic - streaming, and how it's shaped the musical landscape in 2026. From iPod mania to agentic AI, the world of music has changed a lot since the early 2000s. Have these changes made things better or worse for artists and music fans? And what does the future have in store for streaming and music consumption? With special thanks to our contributors: The Guardian's Deputy Music Editor, Laura Snapes; and The New York Times critic, Jon Caramanica, and New York Times culture reporter, Joe Coscarelli. Jon and Joe host the NYT's Popcast, which you can find wherever you get your podcasts. And thanks to The Grove, whose self-titled EP is out now. Their most recent single is Amongst the Noise. SONGS Dido – White Flag Dido – Thank You Rosalía - Divinize Frankie Valli – Can't Take My Eyes Off Of You ALBUMS Dido – Life for Rent Olivia Dean - The Art of Loving

 Exodus 25:23-30Senior Pastor, Clint PressleySunday May 24, 2026

Diana and Sam dive into the intense and emotionally devastating penultimate episode of The Testaments. From Becka's shocking act of "divine justice" to Daisy's risky decision to expose Dr. Grove, Episode 9 forces every character to confront what they're willing to do in the name of protection. We unpack Agnes's emotional unraveling, the complicated morality behind Daisy's accusation, and the larger themes of justice, vengeance, and survival in Gilead. We also discuss the significance of the episode title "Marat Sade," possible clues about who really took Becka, and what all of this could mean heading into the finale. Question of the Day: When does protecting someone cross the line? Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction and episode overview 01:17 - Becka's shocking discovery about her father 02:26 - Becka's act of violence as justice and her internal struggle 03:50 - Becka's journey to Agnes's house and her dissociation 05:38 - The meaning of "salvaging" and Gilead's brutal justice 06:41 - Agnes's emotional weight and her brave revelation 09:21 - Daisy's decision to accuse Dr. Grove 13:23 - Agnes and Daisy: trust, pain, and emotional fallout 15:40 - Protection as the central theme of the episode 21:13 - Who really took Becka? The Eyes, the Aunts, or someone else? 24:27 - Justice vs. vengeance in Gilead 28:42 - Garth, Aunt Lydia, and shifting loyalties 33:38 - Character standouts: Becka, Daisy, and Agnes 37:09 - QOTD: When does protecting someone cross the line? 39:05 - The blurred boundaries of morality in Gilead 42:49 - Listener thoughts and discussion 45:34 - Finale questions and predictions 46:15 - TV & movie recommendations Recommendations mentioned: TV Shows: Servant (Apple TV+) The Boroughs (Netflix) Dutton Ranch (Paramount+) Survivor 50 Finale Tell Me Lies (Hulu) The Walking Dead Movies & Documentaries: Untold UK: Jamie Vardy (Netflix) Marty, Life Is Short (Netflix) Join the conversation! Share your thoughts on YouTube or connect with us on social media @screensinfocus.  Website: www.screensinfocus.comEmail: screensinfocus@gmail.com Instagram: @screensinfocusFacebook: Screens in FocusTikTok: Screens in FocusYouTube: Screens in Focus Feedback and TV/Movie Recommendations: Google Voice: (669) 223-8542 Free background music from JewelBeat.com: www.jewelbeat.com  

Lindsey Dunn and Steve Barnes go deep into discussions about the original Little House On The Prairie book and TV series, in preparation for the new Netflix Little House reboot! We revisit the Ingalls and Walnut Grove, deep diving into their lived history, the book series, and especially the original show- we watched and discuss The Pilot, Ma's Holiday, The Richest Man In Walnut Grove, The Spring Dance, The Music Box, Bunny, and Harriet's Happenings. We talk about why we love the show and books, what brings us back, and who is the hottest citizen of The Grove.Check out our main website for all info, videos, and episodes:https://www.sweetchildoftime.comPlease support the show athttps://patreon.com/mlmpod.comJoin us at our Marsh Land Media Discord channel:https://discord.gg/aRdKmv9YbcOur podcast is brought to you by Zencastr! Use "sweetchildoftime" as your promo code for 30% off if you join:https://zen.ai/34YswfAyb8Tg_68Rugun28BAv0U3EeXAvPbnN9FTzpOU9gDo6uemPt2NxY_ET4N0

Abraham's Grove Pastor Zack Evans May 24, 2026 Sunday Evening

There are two versions of you. The person you think you are. And the person your habits reveal. Most of us have never put those two people in the same room. This week we're talking about the version of yourself you've been believing — and what happens when your habits tell a different story.

This week on Because Miami, Billy Corben talks to Florida state senate candidate Richard Lamondin as the environmental entrepreneur tries to convince potential District 38 voters why they should vote for him. Also, David Villano, editor of the Coconut Grove Spotlight talks about how the Grove is being swallowed up by the city of Miami and the county of Miami Dade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Deb Coviello sits down with Shaun Grove, CEO of Stride Fitness and seasoned fitness franchising executive. Shaun's career path is anything but conventional — from playing college and professional football, to practicing law, to becoming an FBI agent, to scaling Club Pilates from 11 locations to 150+ under Exponential Fitness. He shares what it really takes to build a franchise system that lasts, why the "grow fast or die slow" mindset can be dangerous, and why he believes the future of fitness lies at the intersection of cardio, strength training, and recovery — all under one roof. Whether you're a C-suite leader, an aspiring entrepreneur, or a fitness enthusiast, this episode is packed with hard-won wisdom about leadership, systems, and building something that truly scales. Episode Highlights: 9:01 — Acquiring Stride Fitness and Leading Through a Messy Transition Shaun describes how he took over Stride Fitness, which had 17 struggling locations, and gave franchisees a transparent choice: evolve, go independent, or exit. His willingness to help owners on their terms — working with landlords and lenders — set the tone for the kind of leader he is and the culture he was building. 11:47 — Why a Law Degree Makes You a Better Leader (In Any Field) Shaun reflects on how the critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills developed in law school have been invaluable across every role he's held — from litigator to FBI agent to franchise CEO. A reminder that foundational skills transfer far beyond the career path you started on. 17:58 — The Biggest Lesson in Franchising: You're in the Royalty Business Shaun delivers one of the most important insights in franchising: your success as a franchisor is entirely tied to the success of your franchisees. Selling territories is not the goal — getting those locations open, profitable, and sustainable is. This mindset shift is what helped Club Pilates grow responsibly and predictably. 25:38 — The Future of Fitness: Cardio + Strength + Recovery in One Place Shaun explains the vision behind the redesigned Stride Fitness model — a 2,000–2,800 sq ft boutique studio blending cardio, strength training, and recovery (massage chairs, compression therapy, red light therapy, and myofascial release) into a single membership. He argues that strength training is the missing piece in most fitness routines, especially for longevity. Shaun Grove is the CEO of STRIDE Fitness, a boutique studio concept blending cardio, strength, and recovery under one roof. A former attorney and FBI agent turned fitness franchising executive, Shaun previously served as President of Club Pilates — growing it from 11 locations to 700+ worldwide — before acquiring and redesigning STRIDE with a bold new vision for the future of fitness. Connect with Shaun:https://www.linkedin.com/company/stride-franchisehttps://www.instagram.com/stridefitness_huntingtonbeach/ For more information about my services or if you just want to connect and have a chat, reach out at: https://dropinceo.com/contact/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tracklist and more info: https://www.bestdrumandbass.com/podcast593/Welcome back my friends, we have another wicked week in store for you! HIJK is here to present a wicked mix in the guest spot, and as always we have BAd Syntax kicking things off. So lock it in, and lets rock it out! Subscribe to the podcast: bestdnb.com/podcast  KORAX - Scorched Planet / Dropship [Abducted LTD]Download / Stream: bestdrumandbass.com/altd139/Supported by: Doc Scott, Pish Posh, Akrom, Stonx, 5HA5H, Bad Ace, Quannum Logic, Sinuous Recordings, MYGR, Korax, ESKR, Manta, Contam, Nox, Diode, Acidion, Unknown Konflikt, Malasuerte, CRS, X.morph, Sindicate, GroVe, Subcat, Protoss, Bytecode, Plasmator, ARI-ON, Crackindomes, Affirmation, Tschul, Autopsy, Ollie Duracell, RCA Trash, Confusion, Critical Control Point, Octane Amy, BassDrive.com, Lee UHF, Inside Dnb, Lennart Hoffmann, Johannes Soppa, Knoxz, MV, Metric, J. Augustus and more! 

Heather McMahan was born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia, in a close-knit family that loved to laugh and had a real sense of adventure. Her dad came from a long line of Delta employees and was also a pilot who loved to fly, often taking the family on spontaneous weekend trips to places like Hilton Head. That same spirit led Heather to Ole Miss without ever visiting the campus, where she majored in theater and pursued her dream of becoming a performer. It was there she made lifelong friends, and you can still find her at the Grove on game days—at least when she's not on tour. These days, you can hear her on the podcast Absolutely Not or catch her Bamboozled comedy tour, where she takes on the expectations and challenges women, especially Southern women, face every day. For more info visit: southernliving.com/biscuitsandjam Episode Art Courtesy of Southern Living /Megan Clark Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben Garrett and Brad Logan from the Ole Miss Spirit/On3 are LIVE from the Grove Collective Tailgate for an all-new edition of Talk of Champions. Guests include Kyle Christiensen_ CEO of Thropic, who breaks down a FREE fan-interactive game to play with Trinidad Chambliss and Kewan Lacy.Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/toc for a great deal: https://www.quince.com* Check out Underdog Fantasy and use my code CHAMPIONS for a great deal: https://underdogfantasy.com* Check out Underdog Fantasy and use my code CHAMPIONS for a great deal: https://underdogfantasy.com* Check out Underdog Fantasy and use my code CHAMPIONS for a great deal: https://underdogfantasy.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy