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We're halfway through 2025—and what a year it's been. In this special mid-year check-in, Barbara revisits the bold predictions she made back in January and asks: Are we delivering on the promise of Industrial AI, clean energy, and workforce transformation? From factories revitalized by digital twins to microgrids powering America's fast-growing AI data centers, this episode highlights the real-world innovations reshaping our industrial landscape.   Drawing on insights from top guests—futurists, engineers, and workforce leaders—Barbara explores what's working, where challenges remain, and how people are staying at the center of it all. If you're curious about how data, AI, and human ingenuity are rewriting the rules of American industry, this episode is your front-row seat. Let's take stock of how far we've come—and what it will take to finish the year strong.   Show notes Subscribe to Barbara's LinkedIn Newsletter  

In this special edition of The Modern Hotelier: Hospitality's Most Engaged Podcast, David Millili, Steve Carran, and Jon Bumhoffer take a moment to pause, reflect, and look ahead as we hit the halfway point of 2025.From standout interviews and hotel experiences to hilarious behind-the-scenes moments and the hustle of live events, the trio shares their favorite memories, biggest surprises, and what it really takes to keep the podcast (and media company!) running at full throttle.Highlights include:Why laughter has become the heartbeat of the showBehind-the-scenes chaos (and joy) from filming hotel experiencesFavourite guests—from heartfelt conversations to industry game-changersWhat they've learned as hosts, producers, and friendsWho they dream of interviewing nextThis isn't just a recap—it's a celebration of hospitality, creativity, and the people behind the stories.Tune in to laugh with us, learn with us, and see where we're heading next.Watch the FULL EPISODE on YouTube: https://youtu.be/X3xEpY8dxZkJoin the conversation on today's episode on The Modern Hotelier LinkedIn pageThe Modern Hotelier is produced, edited, and published by Make More MediaFor full show notes head to: https://themodernhotelier.com/episode/187Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-...Connect with Steve and David:Steve: https://www.linkedin.com/in/%F0%9F%8E...David: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-mil.

Quarterly update, book haul, book reviews, zoo stories, concerts... this episode has it all!Links mentioned:Merch sale: https://store.dftba.com/collections/books-unboundPatreon update: https://www.patreon.com/posts/podcast-patreon-133625846Support The Podcast: Join our patreon and become a Dust Jacket! patreon.com/booksunboundSign up to the bookmark subscription! https://store.dftba.com/products/books-unbound-bookmark-subscriptionOur beautiful merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/books-unboundAriel's T-shirt: https://store.dftba.com/collections/bissett-books/products/im-thinking-about-books-t-shirtFollow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/books_unbound/Need Info or Some Books?Buy books with our affiliate link: https://bookshop.org/shop/BooksUnboundAll the books we mentioned in this episode: https://www.booksunboundpodcast.com/booksSubmit your book requests at booksunboundpodcast.comUse our affiliate link to get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1! https://tidd.ly/3dyW1XwOur Patrons:A special thanks to our Gold Foil Team on Patreon: Adriane, Alex, Alli, Bellanora, Brittany, Bronte, Candis, Cassie, Christina, Claire, Debra, Diana, Gene, Inbar, Jessie, Jill, Karina, Livi, Luna, Michelene, Myriam, Nicole, Roisin, Sherralle, Tiffany, Tina, Vanessa!

There has been a quiet shift in President Donald Trump's Washington. Halfway through the first year of his second term, Trump can boast a list of successes, most recently the passage of the sweeping Republican megabill. Now, Washington's attention is starting to pivot to the midterms. And what comes next for the president is less clear. He won't be on the ballot in 2028, but in many ways he will in 2026. How is the White House navigating these new political straits, and how are they calculating which fights they want to pick? Playbook editor Zack Stanton and POLITICO White House reporter Megan Messerly discuss.

Halfway through the year already, Greg re-ignites our hope and encourages us to keep going with today's Food for Thought Friday! Tune in for 14 minutes that will boost your spirits! ________________________________________________________________________________________________ Look for HOPE is Here: - at www.HOPEisHere.Today - on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/HOPEisHereToday - on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hopeisherelex/ - on X (Twitter) - https://www.x.com/hopeisherelex - on TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@hopeisherelex - on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtJ47I4w6atOHr7agGpOuvA Help us bring HOPE and encouragement to others: - by texting the word GIVE to 833-713-1591 - by visiting https://www.hopeisheretoday.org/donate   #Lexington #Kentucky #christianradio #JesusRadio #Jesus #WJMM #GregHorn #GregJHorn #suicideprevention #KentuckyRadio #HOPEisHere #Hope #HopeinJesus #FoodForThoughtFriday #MondayMotivation #FridayFeeling #Motivation #Inspiration #cupofHope #FYP #ForYouPage #SuicideAwareness

This week, the gang each pick an album that was released in 2025 to celebrate the middle of the year. BC picked "Mid Death Crisis" from Wednesday 13, Dylan threw out "Father of Make Believe" from Coheed and Cambria, Steve brought "Let's Call It Rock 'N' Roll" from Rock-Out and BB put forward "Spirit in the Glass" from Dark Chapel. Which album bursts Steve's eardrums with the vocals? Can Dylan convince the gang to give Coheed a chance? Tune in to find out! Hosted by Steve Wright, Brian "BC" Chapman and Ryan "BB" Bannon Produced by Dylan Wright Music by Mark Sutorka Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3n6x1F0U5lAP5TJ0OpjFUm?si=0fc580c169a3433c Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PTHpodcast 

In this episode we welcome Tyler "Mac" Fox: Thru-hiker and creator of the very-popular thru-hiking resource Halfway Anywhere! This online resource includes hiker surveys for the Pacific Crest Trail, Continental Divide Trail, & John Muir Trail as well as a ton of information for backpackers.In this episode, Mac goes into:His experiences on thru-hikes around the worldPro tips on gear and trail preparationThe ONLY thing he cooks on trailThe beginnings and progression of Halfway Anywhere, & so much more!Connect with Mac & Halfway Anywhere:⁠⁠Halfway AnywhereMac's InstagramHelp fellow hikers find the show by following, rating, and reviewing the podcast on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!Connect With THRU-r & Cheer:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join The Trail Family⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠THRU-r Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠THRU-r Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠THRU-r Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠THRU-r Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠THRU-r Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cheer's YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cheer's Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Thank you to the sponsor of this episode, ⁠⁠Oboz Footwear⁠⁠. Born of Bozeman, Montana, Oboz designs hiking footwear to deepen the human-nature connection and inspire happiness through the love of hiking.Episode Music: "Communicator" by Reed Mathis

It's time for a mid-season report card for San Diego sports teams this week.The Padres will enter next week's All-Star break with a winning record. On today's show, we discuss what they need to do in the second half to make another playoff run come October.Plus, San Diego's soccer landscape continues to bloom. We check in on both of the major soccer teams in San Diego: San Diego FC and San Diego Wave FC.Guests:Derek Togerson, NBC 7 sports anchorRyan Finley, sports editor, The San Diego Union-TribuneTony Sanchez, founder, SanDiego.Futbol]]>

In this episode of The Independent Dealer Podcast, the boys get real about the numbers:

Shelbourne legend Owen Heary and ex-League of Ireland goalkeeper Barry Murphy joined Colm Boohig and John Duggan on Thursday's Off The Ball Breakfast. Following last night's 1-0 win for Shelbourne against Linfield in a Champions League qualifier, the lads assessed what was ultimately a good result for the League of Ireland champions. With the second-leg to come in Windsor Park next week, Owen and Barry explored what changes both side may make - and whether we've actually seen the best Linfield have to offer yet. The lads also got stuck into the differences that exist between playing and management, and how the former can influence the latter. Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball

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We cannot believe that we are already halfway through 2025! This year is FLYING by at a crazy pace and we don't know how it's possible. We're talking about our favorite reads have been so far, least favorites, honorable mentions, and what's on our TBR for the rest of the year. We can't let the episode go by without sharing about Lando's incredible win at the Austrian GP!!! Make sure to grab your copy of Summer in the City by Alex Aster - our July book club pick! Currently Reading: The Unselected Journals of Emma M. Lion by Beth Brower The Winter King by CL Wilson An Ember in the Ashes by Sabaa Tahir The Ashes and the Star-Cursed King by Carissa Broadbent Come hang out with us on Instagram!

Decision Space is the podcast about decisions in board games. Join our active and welcoming Discord community, Join the crew today! (Decision Space Patreon), or Leave us a review wherever you find this podcast! Episode 222 - What have we been playing?  In this very chill episode, Jake and Pete discuss some recent plays of some new and old games.  Listen for such unexpected topics as: Mac Gerdts designs a rondel game??? Pete talks about a trick-taking game??? Jake plays a Kramer and Kiesling game???   Game Timestamps 3:52- Earthborne Rangers 20:35- Linko 30:01- Nanatoridori 30:48- Calimala 40:08- Confusing Lands 48:05- Xylotar 52:57- Antike II   Preplanners A few deep dives are in the works, so get in some plays of Apiary, Castles of Mad King Ludwig, Dominion, and more Root! Also, start thinking about what your "guilty pleasure" board games are (if that's even a thing).   Music and Sound Credits Thank you to Hembree for our intro and outro music from their song Reach Out. You can listen to the full song on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gQuuRPfOyMw&list=TLGGFNH7VEDPgwgyNTA4MjAyMQ&t=3s You can find more information about Hembree at https://www.hembreemusic.com/.  Thank you to Flash Floods for use of their song Palm of Your Hand as a sting from their album Halfway to Anywhere: https://open.spotify.com/album/2fE6LrqzNDKPYWyS5evh3K?si=CCjdAGmeSnOOEui6aV3_nA Rules Overview Music:  Way Home by Tokyo Music Walker https://soundcloud.com/user-356546060​ Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/tokyo-music-walker-way...​ Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/pJThZlOuDtI Intermission Music: music elevator ext part 1/3 by Jay_You -- https://freesound.org/s/467243/ -- License: Attribution 4.0 Bell with Crows by MKzing -- https://freesound.org/s/474266/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 hammer v2.wav by blukotek -- https://freesound.org/s/337815/ -- License: Creative Commons 0   Contact Follow and reach us on social media on Bluesky @decisionspace.bsky.social. If you prefer email, then hit us up at decisionspa@gmail.com. This information is all available along with episodes at our new website decisionspacepodcast.com. Byeee!

Are you waiting until your next performance review to have a conversation about your career goals?Today, we're talking about why this isn't the most strategic move -- and what to do instead.And just like that... we're officially HALF-WAY through 2025!In Australia, July marks the start of a brand new financial year. This means most annual performance reviews have happened and companies are now announcing pay rises, promotions and bonuses.But no matter where you are in the world, now is the perfect time to pause and reflect on what you want next in your career.Whatever it is, don't wait until your next performance review to raise it. Because the best time to ask for what you wanted THIS year was 6-12 months ago. The second best time is NOW!So if you're sitting here thinking: "I wanted a pay rise and didn't get one” "I was hoping for that promotion… yet nothing's been mentioned”, or“I'm unsure if I'm even on track to get where I want to go next year”You're not alone. I see this all the time from high-achievers who've been promoted based on technical ability. They believe if they put their head down and work hard, they'll get tapped on the shoulder for promotion.Yet the truth is, this only takes you so far. In this episode, I'm sharing the exact steps to start the conversation with your leader. You'll find out HOW to communicate what you want with clarity and confidence, so you set yourself up for success in the year ahead!You'll learn:3 powerful questions to assess your current situation, so you know exactly what to focus on nextPractical tips to clarify your top career goal and commit to what matters most over the next 6-12 monthsHow to initiate a two-way conversation with your leader and co-create a clear plan to reach your goalSimple structures to remain accountable and avoid getting caught up in your daily to-do list, so you stay on track with your goalSo hit play NOW -- and let's dive in!Thanks for listening. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave me a 5 star rating and review. It helps more people find the podcast and benefit too!LINKS:Book a 60 minute Career Strategy Session for support with one immediate career goal or challenge.Ready to clarify your goals, have high-stakes conversations with confidence and create a strategy which actually works? Check out Ignite Your Career and apply for a free 30 minute consult to get started!Learn more about my services for individuals and organisations at staceyback.com or connect with me on LinkedIn or Instagram.

The MLB season is more than halfway through already??!! Chris and Scott are back to break down the first half surprises, disappointments, and who are more than likely to be buyers and sellers at the trade deadline. Plus a look ahead to the All-Star Game in Atlanta!

Get episodes without adverts + bonus episodes at ⁠⁠⁠⁠EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Support⁠⁠⁠⁠. Your support is appreciated! A monkey shares his figs with a shark, and for a while they are friends, but when the shark invites the monkey to his home under the sea, the monkey suspects that something may be wrong... Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Monkey⁠⁠⁠ for the full transcript. Level: Intermediate. Genre: Philosophical. Vocabulary: Fig, Nimble, Toss, X and Y don't mix, Halfway, Graceful, Indifferent, Ordeal, Nap, Send someone your wishes. Setting: Fairytale. Word Count: 1686. Author: Fairy Tales. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're halfway through 2025, so let's rate every show Lindsey has seen this year from Broadway and Off-Broadway, including some favorites (and not so favorites) BOOP, Maybe Happy Ending, Smash, Death Becomes Her, Operation Mincemeat, and so many more! Website: www.fromthemezzanine.comPatreon: Click HERE to become a Broadway Bestie TikTok: @FromTheMezzanineBroadwayInstagram: @FromTheMezzanineBroadwayYoutube: @FromtheMezzanineBroadwayBroadway Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5t55fULcCqN0NMmK4OnfOA?si=89c08b1a8bb34d95

 My Date With ‘Miss Big Kahuna'Teen genius lures Sarah Stevens to the water park.Based on a post by edstevens94301. Listen to the Podcast at Steamy Stories.Westville High - The Water ParkMy name is Doug Waldorf, and I'm an Evil genius.Not seriously, I'm an evil genius. My IQ was tested at 195, that's the genius part. And I'm definitely evil. I'm the son of Huey Waldorf, whom you probably haven't ever heard of. Other people call him "Roach Man." Sound familiar?Mom and dad divorced last May. Prior to that I occasionally heard some explicit arguments about dad's unsuccessful sex acts. Seems dad has a healthy interest in many and frequent sexual expressions that mom has no interest in, whatsoever.No only does she not want to experiment in anal stuff; She calls it sodomy and preaches condemnation on him for even begging her for it. Mom's hardly religious, but she is very full of herself and obsessed with her social image.The best ones I overheard were the negotiations for blowjobs. Damn, my dad was desperate. The stuff he tried to trade for coming in her mouth! But never would she ever deep throat him; and hell no; she ain't swallowing that nasty snot for nothing!She didn't respect him, either. I guess I couldn't blame him for giving up on her. And at least he should more class than Danny's dad, down the street from us. See, Danny's dad got caught screwing the hot babysitter. The whole neighborhood knows about that stuff.No, my dad gave up a lot just to walk away as quickly as he could.My only demand was that he take me with him.After my parent's divorce, Dad and I moved so he could take a job opportunity. I found myself walking the halls of my new school, Westville High.As I walked around the brick-lined halls, I noticed that the whole place was full of bimbos and sluts.There's Tina. She's a redheaded little minx who's fucked and sucked almost every male in this school. She's wearing an all-white tennis outfit, and you can see that her tits are just crammed into that little tank top. Shit, her skirt just flipped up, is she wearing any underwear?There's Nurse Brown. That nurse's uniform can't be regulation. It's impossibly tight on her curvy body. The front buttons on her uniform are undone all the way to her stomach, and I can see her black lace bra encasing her pillowy tits. What do they put in the water around here, anyway?There's Principal Schwartz. She's a buxom blonde wench who dresses like a slutty secretary. Today, she's wearing a pencil skirt which is damn tight on her ass, and slit almost all the way up her thigh. She's wearing a loose blouse. Wow, she's got huge fucking tits! I kind of like the evil scowl she's got on her face, too.I'll fuck them later, I told myself. For now, I'm hunting bigger game. Where is Sarah Stevens?I was particularly interested in Sarah Stevens, the slutty high school teacher who had been the subject of multiple stories. In one particularly hot one, she got roped into a drama production, and got into all kinds of sexual hi-jinx with the juvenile boys running the show. I particularly wanted to see the video of the show, where one boy stripped her out of a tight corset and fucked her from behind right there on the stage.Ahead of me, I finally saw her. That has to be Miss Stevens, I thought, standing among a crowd of guys. They were all yelling shit at her, trying to get her to pay attention to them. She had a small smile and her face. She looks pleased with all the attention, I thought.Holy shit! I stared at her apparel. Is that really what she's wearing around school?Ms. Stevens looked to be in her mid-twenties. She's about the same height as I am: 5' 8". Her platinum blond hair was curled in little waves which fell below her shoulders. She's wearing a sports tank top which clings to her ample tits. Her athletic, toned waist and large curvy tits were clearly highlighted by the stretchy material. She's wearing exercise shorts as well, which had a white tie around her waist. Look at that ass! It looked like I could balance a book on that thing!Damn. She's hotter than I thought, and probably just as slutty as all the stories say. To fuck her, I just have to figure out a way to get her alone, and it looks like all the other guys in this school have the exact same idea.I quickly put my plan into action. I filled out a few forms, and, presto, I am the new president of the "Water Park Club." Naturally, our noble purpose is a dedication to the enjoyment of "Water Parks".Every club at Westville has to have at least three members. I quickly bribed two obtuse classmates in my Spanish class, Marie and Greg. These two underage kids just want access to money and cigarettes, so it's easy for me to use my ID (I'm eighteen) and a little bit of evil cash to get them to sign up.Now, with the Water Park Club officially formed, I had to look for a chaperone.I asked Miss Stevens, of course. During our lunch break, there's a line of guys loitering outside her door, all hoping to get lucky and convince her to "relieve their aching erections."Since no one was actually talking to her, I walked right up and explained to her about my club."The Water Park Club," she said, "What's that about?""Well, it's a club for people who like Water Parks," I explain patiently. "Do you like Water Parks?""Yeah! Water slides are super fun," Sarah agreed."Then you have to join," I said quickly. "We could use a chaperone for our next event.""When's your next event?" she asked me.I sighed inside, and told myself to be patient. I would be fucking this idiot in due time. Just for fun, I looked down her valley of cleavage peeking out from under her tank top. "We are planning to go to the Big Kahuna Water Park this weekend. It should be really fun!"Big Kahuna.That's how I managed to get to score a trip to the Big Kahuna Water Park with the gorgeous Miss Stevens.As soon as we arrived, I quickly paid off the two idiots with five dollars in quarters; they happily found their way to the arcade.Then I went to find Miss Stevens. She was sitting under a large beach umbrella reading a copy of US Weekly magazine. The cover of the magazine was "Bieber Fever!" She was wearing a tight purple dress which had a little flower pattern on it. The dress looked almost painted on, and her ample tits bulged out through the deep U-shaped cut at the chest."Hey Miss Stevens," I said, and she looked up at me."Where are the other two members of your club?""I'm not really sure," I lied, "I guess they ditched me. Can you do some rides with me? All of the rides here are for two people!""I thought I would grab some rest time," Miss Stevens complained."But who will I go on rides with? And I'm the president of the Water Park club!"Reluctantly, she agreed.The beautiful Miss Stevens stood up, and we walked to the lady's room together for me to wait for her to change. She went inside for a few minutes. I sat outside patiently.After a minute or two, she poked her head outside and sheepishly asked me to come inside. I did so, checking first that the bathroom was empty."Can you unzip me?" she asked.She turned around and lifted her hair up."Of course," I said. I fiddled with her zipper for a while, it was quite stuck. "I just don't have enough leverage," I said."What's leverage?" she asked."Never mind. Can you just bend over the sink so I can pull the zipper harder?" I told her.Obediently, she bent over the sink and put her hips against it, bending at the waist. I stood directly behind her, with my crotch pressed firmly against her ass. I fiddled with her zipper for a while longer, stretching out the time that I was pressed directly against her electrifying ass. Then, finally, I wrenched her zipper downward, and it finally gave way.With her dress undone, Sarah shimmied out of it. Under her dress, she was already wearing her bikini.Oh my lord! My heart skips a beat. I'd read descriptions of her, but it's just incredible to see Miss Stevens in the flesh.Sarah Stevens was built like a swimsuit model or like a Playboy bunny. Under her clothes, she was wearing a very skimpy bikini. The bikini top was light blue, and was patterned with tiny white polka dots. The bikini top was well-fitting: two triangles that strained to hold in my teacher's overflowing tits. It had thin, white spaghetti strap ties which met behind her neck. Her tits were nestled together by the bra into a pool of cleavage that threatened to suck in my gaze.Her bikini bottoms had the same blue and white polka dot pattern, with white spaghetti strings tied in looping bows at her hips. How does that bottom stay on? Those ties look so fragile that I could undo her bikini with one quick move;"Ms. Stevens? Could you help me with my swimsuit now? My shorts are a little tight." No reason to complicate things, I reasoned. According to what I've read, Miss Stevens is looser than a pack of worn out rubber bands."Doug. You're really cute, and I'd love to see what's under your short," Miss Stevens says with a sexy grin. "BUT. I have a new policy. No sex with my students.""Really? Since when?" I was genuinely surprised that she was offering resistance."Since 10 minutes ago. My magazine US Weekly is very clear that teachers play an important role in society, and teacher/student relationships are a big no-no," she said with just a hint of self-righteousness."Okay, Miss Stevens. No sex. Got it." Yeah, right, I thought to myself. We'll see.I am just going to have to work a little bit harder, I thought. Shouldn't be a problem for an Evil genius like me.The Towers."Which ride should we do first?" she asked, when we had emerged from the changing room."How about that one?" I pointed to a tall, twisty one in the middle of the park.I had already memorized the layout of the park, and for the ride I had pointed to, all riders must have a partner. One person has to ride behind the other on a small plastic sled.When it was our turn to start the ride, Miss Stevens climbed onto the front of the sled, and I sat behind her. Her ass, clad in her polka dot bikini bottoms, was directly in front of my cock, and I quickly got an erection. I poked my cock directly into her tight, bikini-clad ass.I groaned involuntarily at how good it felt! As we got into position to start the ride, I ground my rigid cock forward and back, through the cleft of her ass cheeks. She didn't even seem to notice. Then I looped my hands around her waist, pulling my beautiful teacher in tight to me.The ride was fun, but I was mostly concentrating on the feeling of my cock, wedged firmly between her ass cheeks. It was great!For our next ride, I sat behind her again, my cock again was lodged deeply in the crack of her ass. The ride was down through a dark tunnel. Halfway down the slide, I grabbed onto her dangling tits with both hands.My hands were now full of her bouncy, full tits. I jiggled them, marveling at their roundness and size. Daringly, I felt her large nipples, like little erasers on my fingers. I felt her rippled darker areola ring through her bikini top, and pinched her large nipples. It felt great to have her full tits in my hands!The ride lasted about a minute, and as we crashed into the pool at the bottom, I was happy with how I'd copped a full feel.She came out of the water, her blond hair matted to her head."Did you just feel up my tits?" she accused me."No no, Miss Stevens. I was just trying to steer our slide! You know: left-right-left-right.""Oh, Ok," she said happily. "Thanks for thinking of that!"On our next ride, she got in front once again, and I sat behind her. Once more, my cock slipped between her ass cheeks like it was made to go there. Before we pushed off to go down the slide, Sarah paused to ask me, "Aren't you going to steer?""Oh, yeah. I forgot," I said. Then I put each of my hands on one of her bikini-clad tits, and we rode down together.On our fourth ride, I had her sit in the back. Her long legs encircled me, one on each side. I couldn't help but stare at her almost muscular calves and her luscious, bare thighs. They're intensely smooth, and I could feel every inch of them as they slid past my waist and we sat together.Then she put her arms around me, encircling my stomach, almost like she was hugging me. The feeling of her firm tits on my back was electrifying!"This ride has a stick shift," I explained carefully. "Pull up when you want to slow down, and push forward to go faster."I guide her hands to my full, rigid erection in front of her. She held on with both hands.We went down the ride together, and I groaned in pleasure as her hand jerked my cock back and forth frantically all the way down.After we crashed into the pool of water at the bottom, Sarah said, "The stick shift didn't work too well.""Well, the one on that sled must have been broken," I said.Lunch Lessons."Should we get some lunch?" I said.In the line for lunch, Miss Stevens told me she was on a diet. "I feel like I'm getting fat," she confided in me.She turned around, and I made a big show of staring at her perfect ass. It's immensely firm and tight. It's still wet, and little drops of moisture dotted it. Her blue and white polka dot bikini bottom is a thin triangle covering only the most meager portion of her crack.My cock twitches. Down boy, I tell my cock. You're going to get a piece of that later."Yeah, you should watch it," I lied. "Guys don't like fat chicks."She sat down to save us a couple of seats. I ordered her lunch, and paid for our food."A cheeseburger and French fries? I can't eat that stuff!" Sarah's nose crinkled in protest."No, no, these are a new thing. Super low fat cheeseburger, and skinny French fries.""Really? I love burgers and fries, and I've never heard of that before," she said."Oh, it's a new thing. A specialty, of this particular water park."I did say that I'm an Evil genius, right?During lunch, I made sure to bring up my next demented topic. "I was reading this in the news the other day. A bunch of scientists ha

Shelby & Andrew kick off the 150th episode in style, bringing back some of their favorite segments. For the topic this week, they combine a few of their ol' standbys into one game. The dice is rolled and then travel questions, ask me anything, Book it or Beat It or a few other options happen! It's a great time. Thanks to everyone who has listened in the first 150 episodes!

Halfway through 2025 - and halfway to your goals. This episode uncovers a powerful Mid‑Year Spa CEO Review process designed to help you reflect, reset, and reclaim momentum for the rest of the year. We walk through 5 critical steps to assess your business - check key metrics, align your goals, and reclaim dedicated CEO time - plus a downloadable worksheet to guide your decisions. What you'll learn during this episode: How to pause and assess your top 3 goals from January The metrics every spa CEO should review  How to debrief your business: what's working, and what to pivot Why calendar-blocked CEO time is non-negotiable How to create a clear action plan for Q3–Q4, with realignment or reinvention Downloadable mid‑year review worksheet included Download your FREE Mid-Year Spa CEO Business Review Worksheet Keep the conversation going inside the Spa Marketing Made Easy Community by clicking here. IG / @addoaesthetics WEB / addoaesthetics.com YOUTUBE / @addoaesthetics LINKEDIN / @addoaesthetics   ABOUT THE SPA MARKETING MADE EASY HOST      About Your Host, Daniela Woerner Daniela Woerner is the founder and CEO of Addo Aesthetics, a leading community for aesthetic professionals, and the creator of the Growth Factor® Framework—a proven system that has helped 582 six- and seven-figure spa owners scale their businesses with strategy and systems. With nearly two decades in the aesthetics industry, Daniela has trained alongside top physician-dispensed brands, consulted with leading dermatologists, and helped thousands of spa professionals streamline their operations and maximize profitability. Her mission? To transform overworked aesthetic professionals into Spa CEOs—building a business and life they love with the strategic systems needed for long-term financial growth. As the host of the Spa Marketing Made Easy podcast, Daniela brings expert insights, real-world strategies, and in-depth conversations to help spa owners elevate their marketing, optimize their operations, and create sustainable success. With over 400 published episodes, 1 million+ downloads, and a ranking in the top 1% of all podcasts worldwide, Spa Marketing Made Easy is the go-to resource for spa and aesthetic professionals looking to level up. Tune in each week for actionable strategies, expert interviews, and inspiration to help you build a thriving, systemized, and scalable spa business!  

Halfway through 2025, and movies are… kinda mid? Join the So Many Sequels team as we sort through the clutter to share our favorite films of the year so far, highlight box office winners and losers, and vent about why everything feels like a reboot.From original hits to big-budget blockbusters, we break down the surprises, trends, and what's missing at the halfway point. We also dive into what's ahead for the rest of 2025.What's been your favorite movie of 2025 so far? Let us know!

Ben is back with Ricky Dimon to discuss a third round at Wimbledon that was much less tumultuous than the previous two rounds, and the second week outlook for the tournament that it set up. On the women's side, is it Sabalenka or the field? And is the men's side still looking like likely chalk of Sinner-Djokovic and Fritz-Alcaraz semifinals? Thank you for listening! Our Patreon is back up and running to ensure NCR keeps going and stays ad-free, and we hope you can join in supporting NCR! And we especially thank our GOAT backers: Pam Shriver and J. O'D. And please check out Ben's new writing home, Bounces! And Ricky's writing at TennGrand! 

In this power-packed episode, Katie Lance sits down with Marguerite Martin for Day 2 of our Summer Sprint series to help you reset and refocus your real estate business for the second half of the year. Marguerite shares practical strategies on how to track your numbers, understand your pipeline, and align your marketing with your income goals so you can finish 2025 strong—without the overwhelm. You'll learn how to simplify your tracking (even with a simple whiteboard or spreadsheet), identify what's working, and shift your prospecting to attract your ideal clients consistently.If you're feeling off-track or unclear about your next steps, grab a notebook, hit play, and get ready to clarify your plan to work hard, play hard, and thrive in your business.

We're halfway through the year—now what? In this Fuel Pasion Podcast episode, we reflect on the first six months and get real about what it takes to finish 2025 strong.

Halfway through 2025, we catch you up on where we stand year to date in our markets including the best performing sectors right now.  We also review the highest paying Dividend Aristocrat Stocks and an ETF that covers all 69 Dividend Aristocrats.  We also take a sneak peek at the potential "New" Mag 7 Stocks for 2025.

Halfway through 2025, the agricultural land market across the upper Midwest demonstrates remarkable stability despite economic headwinds that might suggest otherwise. This mid-year analysis reveals how 150 parcels representing 35,000 acres have sold at an average of $4,300 per acre—maintaining the strength shown throughout 2024 when many expected a downturn.The regional variations tell a fascinating story of American farmland values. Premium Red River Valley parcels command up to $12,000 per tillable acre while challenging properties bring $3,000 an acre in the same general vicinity. What factors create this dramatic price spectrum within seemingly similar geographies? Our experts break down how soil types, drainage patterns, productivity history, and even micro-climate conditions impact valuation in ways casual observers might miss.Perhaps the most surprising market development comes from western ranch country, where grassland values have surged 10-15%. With cattle markets reaching historical highs, grazing properties that historically fetched $1,200-1,400 per acre now regularly exceed $1,800. This demonstrates agriculture's cyclical nature—as row crop economics face pressure, livestock operations gain purchasing power.The psychological impact of weather continues to drive market sentiment. A significant drought buster in mid-May transformed western Dakota auction results almost overnight, highlighting how precipitation patterns remain the ultimate market mover in agricultural communities. While modern farmers deploy sophisticated technology and financial instruments, Mother Nature still holds the ultimate leverage.The buyer pool has evolved since the frenzied markets of recent years. While attendance remains robust, active bidders have decreased from 20-25 per auction to single digits in many cases. Online participation continues to strengthen, and investor presence has increased compared to 2022-23. Yet the fundamental driver remains constant—quality land commands premium prices from buyers who recognize its long-term value.Looking toward the second half of 2025, several extraordinary properties are coming to market, including Black Hills parcels with direct views of Mount Rushmore and bordering Custer State Park. Visit piperscom to explore these opportunities and subscribe to our podcast for continued market insights from America's Land Auctioneer.Follow at www.americalandauctioneer.com and on Instagram & FacebookContact the team at Pifer's

Send us a text!It's obviously true that the left has embraced full blown egalitarianism, but what's often overlooked is that Christian conservatives have also accepted positions that sacrifice biblical principles on sexed piety. One glaring example is George Gilder, an apparent conservative who wrote “Men and Marriage.” While espousing biblical forms of sexuality, many who read Gilder have accepted feminist presuppositions—the superiority of women and the idea that women are somehow by nature more noble, spiritual, and civilized than men. In this episode, we'll discuss other halfway houses, including complementarianism, chivalric cowardice, conservative power women, and even conservative versions of pornography. We need to root out these false doctrines, stop building man-pleasing halfway houses, and instead build our institutions on the bedrock of biblical principles, especially regarding sexuality. Did you know supporters of the show get ad-free video and audio episodes delivered early and access to our patron exclusive shows The Deus Vault and After Hours?https://www.patreon.com/thekingshallArmored Republic: Making Tools of Liberty for the defense of every free man's God-given rights - Text JOIN to 88027 or visit: https://www.ar500armor.com/ Are you a business owner looking to strengthen your cyber security? Armored Haven is here to help you.https://www.armoredhaven.com/Talk to Joe Garrisi about managing your wealth with Backwards Planning Financial.https://backwardsplanningfinancial.com/This episode is brought to you by Mt Athos. Sustainably sourced goat dairy protein and other performance products. Listeners of the show get a 20% discount site-wide with code "NCP20".https://athosperform.com/Visit KeepwisePartners.com or call Derrick Taylor at 781-680-8000 to schedule a free consultation.https://keepwise.partners/Looking for a reformed design partner? Check out LivingStones Studios.https://livingstones.studio/Looking for that perfect cigar tray? Check out Rooted Pines Homestead hand crafted cigar tray: https://www.rootedpineshomestead.com/product-page/cigar-trayThis episode is also sponsored by Stonecrop Wealth Advisors! Go to this link to check out their special offers to King's Hall listeners today.https://stonecropadvisors.com/kingshallVisit Muzzle-Loaders.com and get 10% off your first order when you use the coupon code KINGSHALL at checkout.https://muzzle-loaders.com/Support the show:https://www.patreon.com/thekingshall

Nick checks in with film critics Erik Childress and Steve Prokopy to size up the movie year so far. From the best and worst releases to the biggest surprises of 2025, they take stock of what's worked, what flopped, and what to keep an eye on for the rest of the year. Whether it's unexpected gems or overhyped duds, nothing gets a free pass. Later, Esmeralda Leon joins Nick for a gleeful roast of Independence Day. They swap stories of wild July 4th antics, from backyard pyrotechnics gone wrong to baffling acts of firework-related idiocy. If you've ever wondered just how reckless people can get in the name of patriotism, this segment has you covered. Celebrate responsibly, or at least try not to make the news. [EP 364]

Brodes hosted on 94.1 WIP Thursday to discuss Bryce Harper at the halfway mark of his Phillies contract!

Where the Stock Market and the Economy is after the markets closed yesterday, What is the Financial Outcome of the Diddy Trial, More on the next Pints and Portfolios on Saturday July 19th from 11:30am to 1:30pm in Sunnyvale with Rob Black and EP Wealth Advisors

In this episode, The Happier Ladies catch up on their progress towards their 2025 goals in honor of Half-Way Day. Get in touch at happierladies@gmail.com Instagram @happierladies Mosquito net Get Good with Money-Tiffany Aliche Castle Green Norton Simon Chess on Duolingo Best Laid Plans Happier Ladies Merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Halfway through 2025 and horror is killing it! In this episode of Terror Talk Podcast, your horror-loving therapist hosts count down their Top 10 Favorite Horror Movies of 2025 (So Far). From unsettling indies to major streaming hits, we dive into what scared us, impressed us, and stayed with us. Some titles we totally agreed on, others sparked some playful debate. Whether you're looking for new horror gems or curious if your favorites made our list, this one's for the fans!Join us for a conversational, humorous, and insightful take on horror's hottest releases of 2025.

Where the Stock Market and the Economy is after the markets closed yesterday, What is the Financial Outcome of the Diddy Trial, More on the next Pints and Portfolios on Saturday July 19th from 11:30am to 1:30pm in Sunnyvale with Rob Black and EP Wealth AdvisorsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Special bonus where E Bo is joined by Corey to discuss movies of 2025 so far. Buckle up and listen in!(183) A Toast to Film - YouTube

It crazy to think about the fact that we're already HALFWAY through 2025!

Tony Mazur and Chad Zumock used to do a weekly podcast called Mondays with Mazur, but as is the case in life, schedules change and the weekly hit couldn't be met. However, they are resurrecting the show with a monthly themed episode, and this week featured terrible old TV promos and crossovers from the 1980s. Halfway through, comedian Dave Landau calls in for a quick chat.   Be sure to subscribe to Tony's Patreon. $3 gets you just audio, $5 gets video AND audio, and $10 has all of the above, as well as bonus podcasts per week. Visit Patreon.com/TonyMazur. Tony is also on Rumble! Go find his video podcasts over there for free.   Cover art for the Check Your Brain podcast is by Eric C. Fischer. If you need terrific graphic design work done, contact Eric at illstr8r@gmail.com.

Decision Space is the podcast about decisions in board games. Join our active and welcoming Discord community, Join the crew today! (Decision Space Patreon), or Leave us a review wherever you find this podcast! Episode 221 - Balancing for Player Count (WWTA) A game development episode in which Pete, Paul, and Brendan ask the important questions: What makes games flexible or inflexible when it comes to player count? Should a publisher put a suboptimal player count on a box? Are there games that you would only play at one player count?   Timestamps 02:40- main topic begins 05:00- games with fixed player count 18:03- challenges and solutions for player count flexibility 30:00- game design discussion 40:30- player count variants 49:45- games that are naturally scalable 54:15- games you would only play at one player count 58:20- what player counts should go on the box? 1:08:50- closing thoughts   Games mentioned Unrest, Werewords, Codenames, Star Realms, Magic the Gathering, A Feast for Odin, Fromage, Earth, Planet Unknown, Wingspan, Honey Buzz, Crits & Tricks, Lobby Snacks, Enchanted Plumes, Viticulture, Age of Innovation, Dune Imperium, Watches and Clocks of Dickory Docks, Robotrick, 7 Wonders, The Crew: Mission Deep Sea, Fellowship of the Ring the Trick-Taking Game, Santorini, Race for the Galaxy, Kingdomino, Cascadia, Incan Gold, Not Alone, A Game of Throne: The Board Game (second edition), Unlock, Tigris & Euphrates, Root, Orapa Mine, Santa's Workshop, No Loose Ends, Trinket Trove, El Grande Pete's dev diary on No Loose Ends https://boardgamegeek.com/blog/1/blogpost/175099/developer-diary-no-loose-ends   Preplanners Pete is still putting Brenan through the reps of Root expansion factions so we can make part two of our deep dive on that game!   Music and Sound Credits Thank you to Hembree for our intro and outro music from their song Reach Out. You can listen to the full song on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gQuuRPfOyMw&list=TLGGFNH7VEDPgwgyNTA4MjAyMQ&t=3s You can find more information about Hembree at https://www.hembreemusic.com/.  Thank you to Flash Floods for use of their song Palm of Your Hand as a sting from their album Halfway to Anywhere: https://open.spotify.com/album/2fE6LrqzNDKPYWyS5evh3K?si=CCjdAGmeSnOOEui6aV3_nA Rules Overview Music:  Way Home by Tokyo Music Walker https://soundcloud.com/user-356546060​ Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/tokyo-music-walker-way...​ Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/pJThZlOuDtI Intermission Music: music elevator ext part 1/3 by Jay_You -- https://freesound.org/s/467243/ -- License: Attribution 4.0 Bell with Crows by MKzing -- https://freesound.org/s/474266/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 hammer v2.wav by blukotek -- https://freesound.org/s/337815/ -- License: Creative Commons 0   Contact Follow and reach us on social media on Bluesky @decisionspace.bsky.social. If you prefer email, then hit us up at decisionspa@gmail.com. This information is all available along with episodes at our new website decisionspacepodcast.com. Byeee!

Halfway through the year doesn't mean much on the calendar — but it can mean a lot for your clarity.In this episode of Morning Motivation, we pause to reflect on the goals we set, the paths we've taken, and whether the course we're on is still aligned with where we truly want to go. Do you need to adjust the goal… or change the direction? Only you can decide — and now is a great time to do it.

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, we review the first half of the season for the Dodgers, who withstood several pitching injuries to hold a comfortable lead in the National League West, and tied for the best record in baseball. The Three-Inning Save is part of the Fans First Sports Network. Hosted by Eric Stephen and Jacob Burch, with questions from Craig Minami. Produced by Brian Salvatore. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve King and Johnnie Putman ring in the second half of 2025 with some special auditory treats while down in Panama City Beach! Tracy Mick returns to share some covers and her own original songs taking shape from her life story in Florida and the tough part about being our own worst critic as a […]

In today's "Motivational Minute", leadership expert Jamy Bechler reminds us that today is essentially the halfway point in the year but it's a great time to recharge and refocus to make the second half great. The "Motivational Minute" is part of the Success is a Choice podcast network. It's a quick thought designed to help you inspire yourself and those around you.  - - - -  Each week, the Success is a Choice podcasting network brings you leadership expert Jamy Bechler and guest experts who provide valuable insights, tips, and guidance on how to maximize your potential, build a stronger culture, develop good leadership, create a healthy vision, optimize results, and inspire those around you. Please follow Jamy on Twitter @CoachBechler for positive insights and tips on leadership, success, culture, and teamwork. - - - -  The Success is a Choice podcast network is made possible by TheLeadershipPlaybook.com. Great teams have great teammates and everyone can be a person of influence. Whether you're a coach, athletic director, or athlete, you can benefit from this program and now you can get 25% off the price when you use the coupon code CHOICE at checkout. Build a stronger culture today with better teammates and more positive leaders.  Check out our weekly webinars for parents, coaches, students, and administrators at FreeLeadershipWorkshop.com. These sessions are free and cover a variety of topics. If you like motivational quotes, excerpts, or thoughts, then you'll want to check out Jamy Bechler's book "The Coach's Bulletin Board" as it has more than 1,000 positive insights to help you (and those around you) get motivated and inspired. Visit JamyBechler.com/BulletinBoardBook. - - - -  Please consider rating the podcast with 5 stars and leaving a quick review on Apple podcasts. Ratings and reviews are the lifeblood of a podcast. This helps tremendously in bringing the podcast to the attention of others. Thanks again for listening and remember that “Success is a choice. What choice will you make today?” - - - -  Jamy Bechler is the author of 9 books including "The Captain" and "The Bus Trip", host of the "Success is a Choice Podcast", professional speaker, and trains organizations on creating championship cultures. He previously spent 20 years as a college basketball coach and administrator.  TheLeadershipPlaybook.com is Bechler's online program that helps athletes become better teammates and more positive leaders while strengthening a team's culture. As a certified John Maxwell leadership coach, Bechler has worked with businesses and teams, including the NBA. Follow him on Twitter at @CoachBechler. To connect with him via email or find out about his services, please contact speaking@CoachBechler.com. You can also subscribe to his insights on success and leadership by visiting JamyBechler.com/newsletter.

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It's been a fast-moving day in the House of Commons as MPs voted to send the welfare bill on the next stage of its journey through parliament, but it's been far from clear-cut.Halfway through the impassioned debate from MPs on the effects of eligibility changes to benefits, the government offered up another concession - to delay any changes to one of them, Pip, until after a report involving disabled people is published in Autumn 2026.Many disabled campaigners are pleased with this change, but worried changes to the health element of Universal Credit for new claimants still currently stands. To explain the day's events and make sense of it all, we hear from Warren Kirwan from Scope, Fazilet Hadi from Disability Rights UK and Dan Bloom from Politico. Presented by Emma Tracey Sound mixed by Mike Regaard and Dave O'Neill Produced and edited by Damon Rose and Beth Rose (not related!)

We are halfway through the calendar year, so what was the biggest New York sports story in 2025 so far?

The Atlanta Braves passed the mathematical halfway point over the weekend, but it was in the midst of yet another winnable series slipping through their collective fingers. Grant McAuley discusses the biggest stories and headlines from the week that was for the Braves, a week that saw them lose the momentum they'd worked so hard to build with head-to-head success against the formerly first place New York Mets by losing series to the Miami Marlins and Philadelphia Phillies. The offensive woes continue to plague the club, while both the starting rotation and bullpen are under more stress than ever to keep the Braves in games. Now seven games under .500 and staring at major deficits in both the division and Wild Card races, the Braves will attempt to make the most of their final two weeks before the All-Star break as they face the Los Angeles Angles, Baltimore Orioles, Athletics, and St. Louis Cardinals over the next 12 games. That stretch could ultimately determine what Atlanta's strategy will be for the trade deadline, because failing to win consistently may mean there's no point in bringing in reinforcements this season. Brad Rowland of Hammer Territory joins the show to discuss the Braves at the halfway marker, the loss of Chris Sale, the lost seasons thus far for Michael Harris and Ozzie Albies, and what needs to happen in July to allow Atlanta to pull the nose up on its season. Hear that discussion beginning at 29:20. In the trip around the big leagues, we cover the loss of Dave Parker, the field for the Home Run Derby, Ketel Marte's unfortunate trip to Chicago, and hear the voice of the Pitchcom device courtesy of SNY. And Sam Blum of The Athletic joins to preview the Angels and Braves series that begins on Tuesday. Hear that at 57:58. From The Diamond airs live on 92-9 The Game in Atlanta on Sundays throughout baseball season. You can also subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Every episode of the show and more great Braves coverage is available at FromTheDiamond.com.

Mike Mulligan and David Haugh assessed the Cubs and White Sox at the halfway point of the regular season.

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The Tigers are tied for the best record in the bigs at the halfway point of the season. Are we too hard on them when they lose? Who and what have been their biggest surprises so far? Plus, we hear from A.J. Hinch.

Aaron and John talk about the difficulty of making sense of the Twins' season at the halfway point, the front office picking up their 2026 contract option on manager Rocco Baldelli, Royce Lewis getting closer to coming back from his latest hamstring injury, and one possible factor behind the pitching staff's struggles.