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Kevin Durant was finally traded from the Phoenix Suns to the Houston Rockets for a package that has fans divided, with a large portion believing Phoenix got fleeced for KD but only getting Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, the No. 10 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft and five 2nd round picks. Erik and Stephen are back for another trending mini-pod, unpacking the idea that KD screwed over his former team over and forced his way to his desired destination. SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKaPEqS_Mc6eGNNBQN1QgQw Website:http://gophnx.com/ PHNX Locker:PHNXLocker.com SocialTwitter: @PHNX_SportsInstagram: @PHNX_Sports

9:00AM Hour 4 Jeremy White and Joe DiBiase discuss the JJ Peterka story, and take a call from a fan who wants to see the Sabres hold onto Peterka no matter what. The guys weigh the pros and cons of forcing a player to play somewhere they may not want to be.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit andrewsullivan.substack.comChris is a TV broadcaster and author. During his political career, he was a speechwriter for Jimmy Carter and the chief of staff for House Speaker Tip O'Neill. In journalism, Chris was a columnist with the San Francisco Examiner and then the Chronicle, the host of “Hardball with Chris Matthews,” and the host of “The Chris Matthews Show,” where I was a frequent guest. He's also written nine books. He's currently a professor at Fulbright University Vietnam, and he recently revived “Hardball” on Substack — check it out.For two clips of our convo — memorable quips from world leaders, and debating the legacy of JFK — head to our YouTube page.Other topics: growing up a Catholic in Philly with four brothers; showing up late to Mass; the Good Friday Agreement; absorbing Burke as a teen and lauding Bill Buckley; doing Peace Corps in Africa; working for Sen. Frank Moss; a stint as a Capitol cop; running for Congress in Philly; working for Ed Muskie the liberal budget hawk; Rick Hertzberg; writing for Carter and smoking cigs on Air Force One; the Iranian hostage crisis; Tip O'Neill the liberal titan; the corrupt Mayor Curley; Reagan the cowboy and ideas man; his tax cuts; Peggy Noonan's epic speeches; Reagan's humor; taking the piss out of Corbyn; the seductive charm and shittiness of Bill Clinton; his undeserved impeachment; Gore's disastrous run; the collective trauma of 9/11; neocons and the Iraq War; Obama's political genius; the nuclear threat from Iran; debating the woke's role in electing Trump; Biden's leftward lurch and Ron Klain; Tim Walz; GOP lawmakers' fear of Trump; his slavish sycophants; the patriotism that liberal elites don't fully grok; and the beauty of naturalization ceremonies.Browse the Dishcast archive for an episode you might enjoy (the first 102 are free in their entirety — subscribe to get everything else). Coming up: Batya Ungar-Sargon on Trump 2.0, Walter Isaacson on Ben Franklin, Tara Zahra on the revolt against globalization after WWI, Paul Elie on crypto-religion in ‘80s pop culture, Thomas Mallon on the AIDS crisis, Arthur Brooks on the science of happiness, and Johann Hari coming back to turn the tables and interview me for the pod. Please send any guest recs, dissents, and other comments to dish@andrewsullivan.com.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit andrewsullivan.substack.comRobert is a journalist and historian. He served as president and editor-in-chief of Congressional Quarterly, the editor of The National Interest, and the editor of The American Conservative, and he covered Washington as a reporter for the WSJ for more than a decade. He has written many history books, including the one we're discussing this week: President McKinley: Architect of the American Century. It's a lively read, a fascinating glimpse of fin-de-siècle American politics, and of a GOP firmer on tariffs — but a hell of a lot more virtuous than it is under Trump today.For two clips of our convo — on McKinley's heroism during the Civil War, and the reasons he differs so much from Trump — head to our YouTube page.Other topics: Robert's journalist dad and his conservative influence; his own career as a journo; McKinley's roots in Ohio; his abolitionist parents; his mentor Rutherford B Hayes; his time in Congress; the economic depression of the 1890s; the debate over the gold standard; McKinley's “front-porch strategy” besting the great populist orator William Jennings Bryan; his underrated presidency; his modesty and “commanding quiet”; his incremental pragmatism — in the spirit of Oakeshott's “trimmer”; ushering in American empire; the Spanish-American War; the sinking of the Maine; taking over the Philippines; annexing Hawaii; leaving Cuba to the Cubans; the Panama Canal; McKinley's strong support of tariffs; his later pivot towards reciprocity in trade; his lackluster record on race relations; his assassination by an anarchist; Teddy taking over; his bombast contrasting with his predecessor; trust-busting; McKinley's remarkable marriage; his wife's epilepsy; HW Bush; and if a McKinley type of conservative could succeed in today's GOP.Browse the Dishcast archive for an episode you might enjoy (the first 102 are free in their entirety — subscribe to get everything else). Coming up: Chris Matthews — who just revived “Hardball” on Substack, Tara Zahra on the revolt against globalization after WWI, Walter Isaacson on Ben Franklin, Arthur C. Brooks on the science of happiness, Paul Elie on crypto-religion in ‘80s pop culture, and Johann Hari coming back to turn the tables and interview me for the pod. Please send any guest recs, dissents, and other comments to dish@andrewsullivan.com.

We take a deep dive into the huge breaking news that Speaker Robin Vos and Republican leaders walked away from state budget negotiations with Governor Tony Evers on Wednesday. Ratcheting up the battle, Republicans taunted the Governor by predicting he would sign a partisan budget that under funds his priorities. We talk about how this decision provides a new opportunity for Evers to re-engage the public about what is at stake in the budget battle and how their engagement in the fight is critical to winning on key public priorities. We and our allies continue to encourage people to call Governor Evers (1-608-266-1212) and urge him to veto any state budget that fails to meet key public priorities: properly funded public schools, expand BadgerCare, fund child care, and no new prisons. Contact your State Legislators today and tell them to reject any state budget that fails to meet these minimum standards. We review a new UW-Extension study finding rising housing costs are prompting many to forgo or delay medical care, and we discuss the significant implications of these findings. We close with an update on the federal budget battle where Senator Ron Johnson has positioned himself on center stage in the developing budget drama. Johnson, who recently called Medicaid recipients “grifters,” publicly opposes the House budget because it does not cut enough from Medicaid, SNAP, and other critical public programs.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit andrewsullivan.substack.comJake Tapper is the lead DC anchor and chief Washington correspondent for CNN, whose books include The Outpost, The Hellfire Club, and The Devil May Dance. Alex Thompson is a national political correspondent for Axios and a political analyst for CNN. They just published Original Sin: President Biden's Decline, Its Cover-Up, and His Disastrous Choice to Run Again.For two clips of our convo — on the deep dysfunction of the Biden family, and the blame Jill deserves for concealing Joe's decline — head to our YouTube page.Other topics: Alex leaving the Mormon Church after his dad's ex-communication and a loss of faith; the cult-like loyalty of Biden's aides; hiding Beau's cancer; Hunter's profound addiction; dating Beau's widow and getting her on crack too; his emotional blackmailing of Joe; his influence peddling; his infamous laptop; Ashley Biden's rehab and relapse; the Kennedys; the Bidens' rift with the Obamas; Joe's bitterness over Barack backing Hillary in 2016; the first signs of cognitive decline; the Covid election and razor-thin victory; his moderate campaign followed by a radical left agenda in office; Ron Klain's woke influence; Mike Donilon's greed and propaganda; “Jim Crow 2.0”; Joe preoccupied with foreign policy; inflation and Larry Summers; Jill addicted to the glamor of the White House; their disowning of a granddaughter born out of wedlock; Joe's hubris and selfishness to run again; his delusions over polling; his disastrous debate; sticking with Kamala and sticking it to the Dems; the pillorying of Robert Hur; the media's complicity in hiding Joe's decline; the dissent of George Clooney, Ari Emanuel, and Dean Phillips; and the Bidens paving the way for Trump 2.0.Browse the Dishcast archive for an episode you might enjoy (the first 102 are free in their entirety — subscribe to get everything else). Coming up: Chris Matthews — who just revived “Hardball” on Substack, Robert Merry on President McKinley, Tara Zahra on the revolt against globalization after WWI, Walter Isaacson on Ben Franklin, Arthur C. Brooks on the science of happiness, Paul Elie on crypto-religion in ‘80s pop culture, and Johann Hari coming back to kibbitz for his fourth appearance on the pod. Please send any guest recs, dissents, and other comments to dish@andrewsullivan.com.

Dominic discusses Caitlin Clark and the WNBA, line dancing, food he will and will not eat and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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On the next episode of The Carlos Brown Show, Carlos, Charles Edmond, Coach Vann Pettaway, and A.D. Wheeler Brown welcome special guest Rodney Kirschner to the panel. The crew breaks down Southern Baseball's fight to avoid a sweep by Jackson State, celebrates JSU Softball's 2025 SWAC Championship, and tackles the financial reality of HBCU football guarantee games. Plus, an update on all the action in the 2025 NBA Playoffs. Tune in for sharp insights and spirited conversation! ⚾

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Three times a week, you can hear from Tim and Jeff Kurkjian. Whether it's the greatest player at each organization or the best players to wear each number (today #13 and #14). We've got it all for you. Jeff is live from Dallas, Texas, so he's in full country mode. The two go head-to-head with Team Tim against Team Jeff. And our Seamhead loves baseball stadiums, a LOT! Thanks for sharing the show, it goes a long way.  Visit GreatGameOrWhat.com to contact the show with your questions, quips and insights. Joy Pop Productions LLC

Keir Starmer's hopes of a reset with the EU have taken a blow, after the bloc refused Britain access to critical crime and illegal migration databases. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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US President Donald Trump has signaled a potential U-turn on his trade war with China, saying the high tariffs on Chinese goods will “come down substantially, but it won't be zero.” Trump's remarks, made at a White House news event Tuesday, appear to mark a rhetorical climbdown after weeks of tough posturing and tit-for-tat retaliation that sent tariffs on China beyond a staggering 145%. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Grab your mitt and your tissues! This week, we're stepping up to the plate to talk about the 2001 sports drama Hardball, starring Keanu Reeves and Diane Lane, and Michael B Jordan. Was it a heartwarming home run or a strikeout? Join us as we kick off our Michael B Jordanesance. A retrospect of films from Michael B Jordan's filmography, in celebration of his new film Sinners, directed by Ryan Coogler. We also recap our experience and highlights from our time at C2E2.Want more How Was It? I in your life?Email us your show ideas, burning questions, comments, recommendations, and anything else at SHWIPodcast@gmail.com.Follow us on Twitter/X : @HowWas_ItJoin the conversation on Threads: @HowWasItPodcastFollow us on Bluesky: @Shwip.bsky.social

As brand America bleeds value, Donald Trump and Elon Musk press rewind on their tough talk. Plus, the top 60 Minutes producer quits and accuses CBS corporate of telling CBS news on how to do its journalism.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today we have the GOP muscling up in the state Senate, $10 million in a workplace civil suit, hurricane-season predictions and the Alabama News Quiz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back to the show, my friends! Today is another true offseason episode. We're talking all NFL with a couple headlines that I ranted about for around 15 minutes and a hodgepodge of random headlines off the dome for the last 20. Stay tuned to hear my thoughts on Kwesi Adofo-Mensah, the brewing Micah Parsons contract situation, the league meetings surrounding that contract situation ad much more. I hope you enjoy!If you do, go ahead and be a team player; like, subscribe, rate, share and help me grow this thing!Twitter (X?): twitter.com/CalebVUAEmail: unqualifiedanalysis@gmail.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7pFL9yGdUniKsb3Koxavs5?si=W8BCci7nQ46g3bD1bmdq6Q&nd=1YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeVE9QMa5EP4t_Y3-W0GUbg

Send us a textChristopher Matthews  was the host, of Hardball with Chris Matthews, for more than 20 years.  He is a political institution. He was a presidential speechwriter during the Carter Administration, playing a direct role in many key political battles with the Reagan Administration. He holds 34 honorary degrees from numerous universities and colleges. He is a celebrated author….. and for me the man who always tells it like it is. Check out the website: www.drinkingonthejob.com for great past episodes. Everyone from Iron Chefs, winemakers, journalist and more.

Send us a textChristopher Matthews  was the host, of Hardball with Chris Matthews, for more than 20 years.  He is a political institution. He was a presidential speechwriter during the Carter Administration, playing a direct role in many key political battles with the Reagan Administration. He holds 34 honorary degrees from numerous universities and colleges. He is a celebrated author….. and for me the man who always tells it like it is. Check out the website: www.drinkingonthejob.com for great past episodes. Everyone from Iron Chefs, winemakers, journalist and more.

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A's (1:17) ABS and new rules (6:37) ESPN drops hardball (13:20) Golden at bat (14:19) Boomerang ball (16:38) Gambling (20:35) A whole new painting (22:10) Stupid Caps (24:04) New old uniforms (30:34) Mo Vaughn, Brady Anderson and the steroid era (35:00)

Send us a textHannah and Laura are at the beginning of the end, covering the final book in N.K. Jemisin's Broken Earth trilogy, The Stone Sky! Things are continuing to complicate and come together for the characters in their quest to bring back the moon, and Hannah and Laura do their best to keep up with it all. They also chat about a new favorite book of Laura's, video games Hannah is loving, and being drawn to certain genres of books seasonally.Media Mentions:The Stone Sky by N.K. JemisinThe Fifth Season by N.K. JemisinThe Obelisk Gate by N.K. JemisinAbbott Elementary---HuluSt. Denis Medical---PeacockThe Shadow of the Gods by John GwynneHollow Knight video gameCeleste video gameGreta & Valdin by Rebecca K ReillyFranny & Zooey by J.D. SalingerThe Singles Table by Sara DesaiYellowjackets---Paramount+Hardball---Pluto TVThe Mighty Ducks---Disney+Now and Then---TubiRemember the Titans---Disney+Crazy Ex-Girlfriend---CWBe sure to follow OWWR Pod!www.owwrpod.com Twitter (updates only): @OwwrPodBlueSky: @OwwrPodTikTok: @OwwrPodInstagram: @owwrpodThreads: @OwwrPodHive: @owwrpodSend us an email at: owwrpod@gmail.comCheck out OWWR Patreon: patreon.com/owwrpodOr join OWWR Discord! We'd love to chat with you!You can follow Hannah at:Instagram: @brews.and.booksThreads: @brews.and.booksTikTok: @brews.and.booksYou can follow Laura at:Instagram: @goodbooksgreatgoatsBlueSky: @myyypod

AM Update for 3/14: Chuck Schumer caves on the budget battle, flipping his stance to avoid a government shutdown at the last minute. President Trump escalates the tariff war after the EU slaps a 50% tax on American whiskey. Vladimir Putin signals cautious openness to a ceasefire deal but insists on speaking with Trump first. Governor Kathy Hochul meets with Trump at the White House as he pressures her to reverse New York's Green New Deal policies. And Michelle Obama's new podcast launch does little to quiet the growing divorce rumors.Done with Debt: https://www.DoneWithDebt.com/We Heart Nutrition: Go to https://WeHeartNutrition.com/MEGYN  for 20% off

The Go Gopher Podcast with Mike Grimm - Episode #162 previews the NCAA Women's Hockey Tournament with head coach Brad Frost, and includes a quickie interview with baseball coach Ty McDevitt   From Aquarius Home Services Studio (https://aquariushomeservices.com/)   Sponsored by: (https://www.sunbeltminnesota.com/ & https://www.tnma.com), Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union (https://www.affinityplus.org/gogophers) OnX (https://www.onxmaps.com/)

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Chris Matthews is a journalist and political commentator, columnist, author, television host and professor. His 15 years in politics and government includes speechwriter for president Jimmy Carter. Administrative assistant to House Speaker Tip O'Neil. Columnist for the San Francisco chronicle. Syndicated columnist and Washington bureau chief for SF Examiner. Host of MSNBC's Hardball. His books include 2011's Jack Kennedy: Elusive Hero and his 2021 memoir This Country: My Life on Politics and History. Few people understand politics as well as Chris does. He and I discuss the mounting chaos of Trump 2.0; Musk, DOGE and the massive spending cuts and terminations; Republican buyers' remorse; and the challenging road ahead for Democrats as they focus on the 2026 midterms. Got somethin' to say?! Email us at BackroomAndy@gmail.com Leave us a message: 845-307-7446 Twitter: @AndyOstroy Produced by Andy Ostroy, Matty Rosenberg, and Jennifer Hammoud @ Radio Free Rhiniecliff Design by Cricket Lengyel

Russia and China are no fans of his. Egypt wouldn't even let him in the country. As the executive director of Human Rights Watch, Kenneth Roth spent 30 years investigating and standing up to the world's most ruthless oppressors. During that time, he exposed war crimes, confronted authoritarian regimes and, on more than one occasion, found himself in the crosshairs. Reset checks in with Roth about his new book Righting Wrongs: Three Decades on the Front Lines Battling Abusive Governments, and how he found shame to be a useful tool in holding governments accountable. For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.

Not many can lay claim to being inducted into both the Canadian and US Squash Halls of Fame, but Gary Waite might be the one and only. 4 Time Canadian National Champion, World #1 Hardball singles and doubles, and as high as 12 on the pro softball tour, Gary Waite's eclectic squash accolades are unparalleled. Gary takes us back to the Sarnia wolf pack that laid the groundwork, memories and rivalries throughout the years in Canada, Canada's second place finish at the 1997 World Teams, his hardball days, his vision to bring hardball doubles into the mainstream of racket sports, Harrow Squash, Jack Fairs and much more.

Trump announces a 100 billion dollar investment with Taiwan that will benefit Arizona, Trump is playing hardball with Ukraine and we have two interviews!

In Hour 1, Willard and Dibs debate what John Lynch meant by saying there's "no guarantees" that a deal gets done with Brock Purdy this offseason, listen to his full comments from the NFL Scouting Combine, and more.

Landlords say that tackling rental disputes by targeting credit scores is more effective than lengthy legal battles. But consumer advocates say it gives landlords unchecked power. Wall Street Journal reporter Caitlin Ostroff joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss what renters need to know.  Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Russia is playing hardball in negotiations with the U.S. over ending the war in Ukraine, demanding the West abandon Ukraine's NATO ambitions and rejecting NATO peacekeepers. Iran is vowing another direct attack on Israel while taunting the U.S. over its nuclear program—what's behind Tehran's latest threats? Hamas says it will return the bodies of four hostages, including the youngest victims of October 7th, but what does this move signal? And in today's Back of the Brief: North Korea is making bold new promises to expand its nuclear arsenal, dismissing U.S. efforts to curb its ambitions. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Rick goes off on technology sounding like he was born about 100 years later than he should have. Then Liz has an update to the update about the sledding hill shutdown in Wellesley, MA and Evan isn't interested in the justification. And, two weeks into Evan's quest to lose 30 pounds, he only has 30 pounds to go! Keep it up champ!In the second half, we learn about a kid who turns down an offer for his prized baseball card from the Pittsburgh Pirates. That offer was valued at more than a million dollars. However, this kid is taking the card to auction for a huge haul and then will donate ALL OF IT to the California wildfire victims.Please support out sponsors!Winslow Design, winslowdesign.net Royal Pizza, royalpizzamedfield.com

Trumps hardball game with Colombian President Gustavo Petro ends shortly after it began with a Trump win.

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Today's word of the day is ‘dither' as in the New York Jets as in head coach as in GM as in Woody Johnson. How many coaches can you interview? Why are the Jets interviewing so many people? 30 coaches and GMs? For what!? (13:06) The Cleveland Browns are now being sued by Cleveland. Uh oh. Stadium deals always lead to something! (20:21) Are the Mets going to trade for Vlad Guerrero Jr? Are the Blue Jays parting with the All-Star? What happens to Pete Alonso? (30:45) Review: Rain Man. (32:23) So You Wanna Talk to Samson!? Someone asked me about players not signing stuff for fans. We're talking about Wemby and his jersey swap! (45:40) NPPOD. (46:43) LIV Golf has a TV deal now! FOX is here!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is ‘dither' as in the New York Jets as in head coach as in GM as in Woody Johnson. How many coaches can you interview? Why are the Jets interviewing so many people? 30 coaches and GMs? For what!? (13:06) The Cleveland Browns are now being sued by Cleveland. Uh oh. Stadium deals always lead to something! (20:21) Are the Mets going to trade for Vlad Guerrero Jr? Are the Blue Jays parting with the All-Star? What happens to Pete Alonso? (30:45) Review: Rain Man. (32:23) So You Wanna Talk to Samson!? Someone asked me about players not signing stuff for fans. We're talking about Wemby and his jersey swap! (45:40) NPPOD. (46:43) LIV Golf has a TV deal now! FOX is here!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Before Chris Matthews became known as the host of MSNBC's Hardball for 25 years, he was a speechwriter for former President Jimmy Carter. One day before Carter's State Funeral, Matthews joins Michael to reflect on his time working with the 39th President. Original air date 8 January 2025.

"Hardball" was a 1994 sitcom that aired on Fox. The show centered around the Pioneers, a fictional American League baseball team struggling to stay out of last place. Hardball was originally intended to be released along side of that year's World Series but a real life MLB strike prevented that from happening and instead become part of the first FOX NFL Sunday. Despite coming off the heels of multiple successful baseball movies and the show's ensemble cast which featured Mike Starr, Bruce Greenwood, and a very young Joe Rogan (in his first acting credit). Hardball was canceled after only 7 episodes. Many contribute the timing of the strike to being a factor behind the show's low viewership. 30 years later will the S1E1 crew call this one a homerun or will it strike out? Listen as they deep dive the pilot episode. SPECIAL GUEST: Sarah (IAP RADIO & GENERATION MIXTAPE) Starring: Bruce Greenwood, Mike Starr, Joe Rogan, Phill Lewis, Dann Florek, Alenandra Wentworth, Steve Hytner, Rose Marie, & Jim Breuer www.S1E1POD.com MERCH Instagram & X (Twitter): @S1E1Pod

Deeply Discounted Beta Test Cohort, Open Now through Sept 27: affordanything.com/yournextraise ____ #543: Picture this: You're at a car dealership, trying to get the best price on your dream car. The salesperson hits you with a "take it or leave it" offer. Your palms are sweaty, your heart's racing. What do you do? That's just one of the tricky situations we dive into in this episode. We're tackling seven types of hardball negotiation tactics that can trip you up in all sorts of situations - from asking for a raise to haggling at a flea market. First up, we break down the "take it or leave it" tactic. We share a real-life story of Sarah, a software developer, facing this exact situation in a job interview. You'll hear how she turned it around and got what she wanted. Next, we talk about psychological warfare. Sounds intense, right? It can be. We tell you about Emma, a graphic designer, who had to deal with a client trying to throw her off her game. You'll learn how she kept her cool and came out on top. Ever heard of the "good cop, bad cop" routine? It's not just in movies. We share a story of how this played out in a business deal and give you tips on how to spot it and handle it like a pro. Then there's the "snow job" - when someone dumps so much information on you that your head spins. We break down how to cut through the clutter and focus on what really matters. We also cover what to do when someone's holding back important info, how to spot a fake-out (when someone pretends to care about one thing but really wants another), and the sneaky "nibbling" tactic where people ask for just one more small thing... and then another... and another. For each tactic, we give you the lowdown on: - What it looks like in action - Why it works (yep, there's some psychology involved) - How you can spot it - What you can do to counter it We wrap up with a handy checklist for each tactic. Think of it as your negotiation cheat sheet. By the end of the episode, you'll have a toolkit of strategies to help you navigate tough negotiations, whether you're buying a car, negotiating your salary, or just trying to decide where to go for dinner with your friends. Remember, negotiation isn't about "winning" at all costs. It's about finding solutions that work for everyone. With the tips from this episode, you'll be better equipped to do just that, even when things get tricky. For more information, visit the show notes at https://affordanything.com/episode543 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to Victor Davis Hanson and cohost Jack Fowler examine Hillsdale's new model college, Facebook apologetics, Israeli hostages killed by Hamas, more lies from the DNC, the Harris softball "interview," and Trump invited to join gold-star families at Arlington Cemetery. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.