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I break down three major behaviors men need to stop doing this year if they want to build genuine intimacy and peace in their relationships. I unpack why pretending you are "fine" breaks trust, how shifting from logistical fixing to emotional understanding changes everything, and why you must stop outsourcing your internal regulation to your partner's mood. By replacing these habits with self-regulation and honest communication, you can cultivate a much stronger, grounded connection.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 - Introduction01:36 - Stop Performing and Pretending to Be Fine04:37 - Stop Trying to Fix Her Feelings09:43 - Stop Outsourcing Your Regulation to Her Mood13:30 - Practices for Emotional Detachment and Self-Regulation***Tired of feeling like you're never enough? Build your self-worth with help from this free guide: https://training.mantalks.com/self-worthPick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/Heard about attachment but don't know where to start? Try the FREE Ultimate Guide To AttachmentCheck out some other free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your RelationshipBuild brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance. Enjoy the podcast? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Podchaser. It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the ManTalks Community, and help others find the tools and training they're looking for. And don't forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | SpotifyFor more, visit us at ManTalks.com | Facebook | Instagram

Some '80s bands sold millions of records. Some filled arenas. Some became so permanently embedded in pop culture that you can't walk through a grocery store without hearing them over the frozen peas. And then there are the bands that somehow found us anyway. This week on Stuck in the '80s, we're celebrating Book of Love and a handful of other synth-pop bands that deserved a little more attention the first time around — and whose music might sound even better today. Our centerpiece is a conversation with Book of Love singer Susan Ottaviano. Book of Love arrived in the mid-'80s with a sound that never fit comfortably into one box. Were they synth-pop? New wave? Alternative? Dance? College rock? Maybe the fact that nobody could quite figure that out is one reason the music has aged so well. Susan talks with Spearsy about the band's beginnings, the influence of groups such as The Cure and The Slits, the importance of New York's music and art scene, and what Book of Love learned when they suddenly found themselves touring with Depeche Mode. There's also a fascinating discussion about what happens to music decades after its original release. Songs get rediscovered. Movies and streaming introduce bands to people who weren't alive the first time around. Music that once sounded like it belonged to a very specific moment can suddenly sound contemporary again. And then comes our favorite question: the Podcast Time Machine. If Susan could go back and change one moment in Book of Love history, what would she do? Her answer: Get a better lawyer. Ouch. She also considers another tantalizing bit of alternate '80s history: What might have happened if Book of Love had ended up on Mute Records, the label famously associated with Depeche Mode? Susan also gives us an update on Book of Love's future. This could be the band's final full tour, although she says the group still plans to make more music. After the interview, Brad and Spearsy keep the synthesizers plugged in for five more bands from the second half of the '80s that they wish more people had discovered. There's Canada's Kon Kan, whose “I Beg Your Pardon” brilliantly repurposed Lynn Anderson's “Rose Garden” for the dance floor. Germany gives us Cetu Javu and Camouflage, two bands that inevitably drew comparisons to Depeche Mode. Australia contributes Boxcar, who had the unenviable task of bringing electronic music into a guitar-heavy pub-rock scene. And finally there's Red Flag, whose story begins with brothers Chris and Mark Reynolds and takes a much sadder turn in the years that followed. Maybe that's part of the fun of being Stuck in the '80s after all these years. There are still bands to rediscover, songs that deserve another spin and stories we somehow missed the first time around. So dust off the synthesizer, apply an unreasonable amount of reverb and join us for Book of Love — and five more synth-pop bands we wish we'd heard more from. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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SEEN & HEARD: It Starts With Listening to WomenWelcome to the first episode of SEEN & HEARD, a new special series from Perimenopause WTF?We are launching SEEN & HEARD during Perimenopause Awareness Month with a message we believe needs to be at the center of this month:Awareness starts with listening to women.For too long, women have been telling us what is happening to their bodies.They have talked about the anxiety that seemingly came out of nowhere. The sleep that suddenly changed. The brain fog, exhaustion, changes in their periods, libido, mood and sense of self. They have asked whether these symptoms could be connected. And too often, they have been dismissed, treated symptom by symptom, or simply told that they are too young for perimenopause.SEEN & HEARD starts somewhere different: by listening to women.Because women's lived experiences are not an afterthought to the healthcare conversation. They are where the conversation should begin.In our first episode, we meet Kristin Cohen, Perry Community Manager, who was just 37 when she first began experiencing symptoms of perimenopause.At 37, perimenopause wasn't the obvious explanation. Kristin's experience represents something we hear again and again in the Perry community: women know when something has changed in their bodies, even when they don't yet have the language to explain what is happening.Kristin shares her story with Dr. Alyssa Dweck, MS, MD, FACOG, MSCP, practicing gynecologist and Chief Medical Officer of Bonafide Health.And importantly, the conversation begins with Kristin.Her experience. Her questions. What she noticed. What she needed.Dr. Dweck brings the clinical expertise to help put that lived experience into context.That is the soul of SEEN & HEARD.Listen to the woman first. Then bring in the science, expertise and care.Because if we want to build better healthcare for women, we have to get better at hearing what women have been telling us all along.Kristin and Dr. Dweck explore:• What it can feel like when perimenopause begins in your 30s• Why women may not recognize that seemingly unrelated symptoms could be connected• What happens when women feel their concerns aren't being heard• The questions women are really asking inside the Perry community• How lived experience can help inform better clinical conversations• Why listening to women has to be part of improving perimenopause careThis episode also marks a broader collaboration between Perry and Bonafide Health built around making trusted perimenopause education more accessible to women.Together, we are launching Perry Shorts with Dr. Alyssa Dweck: short, digestible educational videos that take the real questions we hear from women and bring them directly to a trusted healthcare expert.The principle is the same:Start with what women are asking. Start with what women are experiencing. Start by listening.Dr. Alyssa Dweck, MS, MD, FACOG, MSCP is a practicing gynecologist, Menopause Society Certified Practitioner and Chief Medical Officer of Bonafide Health. She has decades of experience caring for women, with a particular focus on menopause and female sexual health.At Perry, listening to women is only the beginning.What we hear from women also needs to make its way back into healthcare.Through Perry Academy, we bring the lived realities of perimenopause together with multidisciplinary, evidence-based healthcare professional education. The goal is to help more healthcare professionals recognize the whole-person experience of perimenopause and have better, more informed conversations with the women sitting in front of them.That connection matters.Listen to women.Learn from women.Bring their experiences into healthcare education.And ultimately, change the way women are cared for.That is what SEEN & HEARD is about.

Had the opportunity to sit down with Martin Lawrence, Tommy Davidson, Wendy Raquel Robinson and Chris Williams for The Varnell Hill Show.We went deeper into legacy, Black comedy, longevity, protecting our stories and the full-circle moment of Varnell Hill finally stepping into his own world.Some laughs, but also some real conversations about what it takes to build work that still matters decades later.Thank you Scene & Heard for having me.

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The prosecutor told the jury Lindsay Clancy left her children on the basement floor with exercise bands still around their necks and called them broken toys. The defense attorney held up a honeymoon wish jar and told the jury the prosecution ripped the soul out of a woman destroyed by thirteen psychiatric medications.Retired FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer joins Tony Brueski for a three-part verdict-watch interview covering the prosecution, the defense, and what could happen next. They disagree on this case and every question is a place where their reads collide.The prosecution's own expert Kirk Heilbrun called the killings out of love — a serious suicide attempt where Clancy could not bear to leave the children behind. Defense expert Phillip Resnick called her a puppet. The voice she described appeared once, lasted eighteen minutes, and vanished the moment the children were dead.Nine women and three men are deliberating at Plymouth Superior Court. Five verdict options. First-degree carries life without parole. Not criminally responsible means a psychiatric facility with periodic reviews.Andrea Yates received that verdict twenty years ago. She is still in a state hospital.Listen Anywhere You Get Podcasts: https://pod.link/1655749292Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod?sub_confirmation=1Join Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodThis publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.#LindsayClancy #LindsayClancyTrial #TrueCrimeToday #JenniferCoffindaffer #TrueCrime #PostpartumPsychosis #VerdictWatch #ClosingArguments #MurderTrial #MaternalMentalHealth

This week marks two years since Gisèle Pelicot became known as the victim in one of the most notorious rape trials in France's history. Her ex-husband, Dominique Pelicot, was found guilty of drugging and raping his then-wife – and recruiting scores of men online to abuse her while she was unconscious, over the course of a decade. Fifty other men were also found guilty, most on rape charges.What made the trial all the more remarkable is that Gisèle Pelicot waived her right to anonymity, inviting the world into the courtroom. In a rare interview, she tells Piya about the shocking crimes, the ripple effects within her family, and how going public made her a feminist hero.

The Books of Samuel constitute one of the most sweeping, psychologically acute, and theologically profound epics in the biblical canon. Originally a single, continuous scroll, this two-part narrative charts the watershed transition of Israel from a fractured tribal confederacy into an established kingdom, laying the covenantal groundwork for the messianic hope that spans all of redemptive history. The Prophet and the Transition of Power The narrative bears the name of Samuel (שְׁמוּאֵל), whose name means "Heard of God" or "Name of God." Born in answer to Hannah's desperate prayer, Samuel bridges two distinct eras: he is the last of the Judges and the first of the great prophets to stand alongside the throne. Through his voice, the text frames the establishment of human monarchy not merely as a political evolution, but as a profound theological crisis. When the elders of Israel demand a king to be "like all the nations," Samuel warns them of the imperial tyranny that human rule inevitably brings. Yet, the LORD grants their request while subordinating the crown to the prophetic word, establishing that Israel's true Sovereign remains Yahweh alone. The Rise and Fall of Two Anointed Kings The drama unfolds along the stark contrast between two anointed leaders: Saul: The king chosen by outward stature and popular demand. Saul begins with military promise but descends into spiritual compromise, self-justification, and tragic paranoia, demonstrating the bankruptcy of a kingdom built on human autonomy. David: The youngest shepherd boy chosen for what lies within the heart. Anointed in obscurity, tested in the wilderness as a hunted exile, David ascends to unite the tribes and establish Jerusalem as the city of the Great King. Yet Samuel offers no sanitized hagiography. The text presents David in all his unvarnished complexity, capturing both the sublime heights of his devotion and the devastating catastrophe of his sin with Bathsheba, which fractures his family and his realm under divine judgment. The Song of Hannah and the Davidic Promise The theological engine of the entire narrative is announced at the very beginning in the Song of Hannah (1 Samuel 2). Hannah sings of a cosmic reversal: the LORD breaks the bows of the mighty, exalts the humble, and brings the proud down to Sheol. This theme of radical reversal culminates in the pivotal covenant of 2 Samuel 7. When David desires to build a house (a temple) for God, the LORD reverses the offer, promising instead to build David a "house" (an everlasting dynasty): "Your house and your kingdom shall be made sure forever before me. Your throne shall be established forever." Here, amidst the shadows of Israel's early monarchy, the horizon expands toward the eternal King. The ultimate fulfillment of the Davidic line points past Solomon and the ruins of earthly Jerusalem to the true Son of David, King Jesus, whose kingdom knows no end, and who reigns not by coercion, but through the triumph of self-giving grace.

Send us Fan MailWelcome to you heard it hear last where we talk about news, you've already heard.Paizo is in the news again. But this time it sounds like good newshttps://www.enworld.org/threads/paizo-may-finally-get-its-inventory-back-from-bankrupt-diamond.720248/It seems that Paizo and Diamond Comics Distributors have reached an agreement to release millions of dollars of Paizo inventory they have held since January of 2025. Diamond Comics originally intended to sell the stock to pay their bills, but a flurry of legal activity brought that to an end. This agreement is a big deal for Paizo.I attended the Paizo address at GenCon and was very critical of the way it was structured. It was clear to me that Paizo built a wall to avoid having to talk about any of their financial troubles, but after this announcement it is clear that they couldn't because of this legal settlement.Mike, what does this news mean for Paizo going forward?[Kick to Mike]Christina, Will Paizo bounce back right away or will it take some time to get their stride back?[Kick to Christina]Up next is as they say, something completely different, and I think that is pretty cool.https://www.enworld.org/threads/classic-horror-dark-conspiracy-rpg-returns-using-traveller-rules.720279/The classic dark horror urban fantasy game Dark Conspiracy's is back and this time with a different rules system. Dark Conspiracy was originally printed by Games Designer's Workshop in 1991 and the setting was post-apocalyptic where the players were demon hunters facing off against an incursion of monsters in a near future world. The game has had three editions by three different companies, but the new version is being published by Mongoose and will be using the Traveller rules. That might be a first for me. I don't think I have seen the Traveller rules used to play anything other then Sci-Fi. I love Traveller so I think this is pretty cool. I only hope they keep the lifepath system.Mike, What do you make of this?[Kick to Mike]Christina, what about you, does this interest you?[Kick to Christina]And there you have it, all the news, you've already heard.

When you're tasked with solving a problem that has a deep impact on a lot of people, it can feel impossible to deliver results that everyone is happy with. How do you decide whose perspective should shape your decisions, or create change when people don't even agree on the problem? Kaya Henderson took over leadership of the District of Columbia Public Schools when it was one of the lowest-performing school districts in the country, and in under a decade transformed it into one of the fastest-improving. So what's her secret? She didn't do it alone. In this episode, Kaya and Molly take a closer look at how Kaya led a revolution backed by parents, teachers, and other members of the community to deliver results that actually mattered to the people who needed them. Kaya emphasizes the importance of listening and collaborating with the people closest to the problem, communicating clearly when you have to say no, and showing people what they have in common before jumping into heavy negotiations. Featured guestFollow Kaya Henderson on Instagram, LinkedIn, and at aspeninstitute.org/people/kaya-henderson/Connect with the teamFollow Molly on Instagram, LinkedIn, and at glueclub.com/Subscribe to Molly's Substack LessonWatch WorkLife videos on YouTube at TEDPodsFollow TED on X, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and TikTokFor the full text transcript, visit https://www.ted.com/podcasts/worklife-transcripts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The prosecution's own forensic psychologist Kirk Heilbrun told the jury Lindsay Clancy killed her children out of love — a serious suicide attempt where she could not bear to leave them behind. Heilbrun said she was criminally responsible, but his characterization of the motive cut against the prosecution's theory of premeditated cruelty.Forensic psychiatrist Gregory Saathoff, also testifying for the prosecution, agreed under questioning that the state's opening statement minimized what Clancy had been going through. Saathoff found what he called significant inconsistencies in Clancy's account of the voice she says commanded the killings.Retired FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer joins Tony Brueski live as the jury deliberates. They disagree on this case and dig into whether the prosecution can convict when its own experts softened the case on the stand.Assistant District Attorney Jennifer Sprague told the jury Clancy planned it — mapped the distance to the restaurant, added the CVS stop, calculated the window. Sprague called the children protective factors Clancy removed so she could end her own life.Nine women and three men have five verdict options. They deliberated three and a half hours on day one.Listen Anywhere You Get Podcasts: https://pod.link/1655749292Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod?sub_confirmation=1Join Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodThis publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.#LindsayClancy #LindsayClancyTrial #HiddenKillers #JenniferCoffindaffer #TrueCrime #PostpartumPsychosis #VerdictWatch #ClosingArguments #HKLive #MaternalMentalHealth

Send us a messageEpisode 232: How to Help Your Adult Child Feel Heard and Emotionally Safe: Helpful Therapy Words, part 2Your adult child may be telling you they don't feel heard, understood, or emotionally safe with you. And if you're a parent who genuinely loves your child and wants a close relationship, those words can be painful and confusing.You may be thinking, I am listening. I do care. Why doesn't my child see that?In Part 2 of Therapy Words That Can Actually Help, we're talking about three relationship skills that can change the way difficult conversations with your adult child feel: curiosity, attunement, and emotional safety.These words are not about agreeing with everything your adult child says or taking responsibility for every feeling they have. They are about learning how to understand your child's experience before trying to explain, correct, defend, or solve it.When an adult child feels misunderstood, criticized, dismissed, or pressured, they may begin sharing less. Over time, difficult conversations can become something both parent and adult child avoid. Curiosity, attunement, and emotional safety give you a different way to approach those moments and can help create the conditions for more honest communication and stronger connection.In this episode, you'll learn:How curiosity can improve communication with your adult child by replacing defensiveness, assumptions, and problem-solving with a genuine desire to understand what they are experiencing.What attunement means in a parent-adult child relationship and why listening to the emotion underneath your child's words can sometimes matter more than finding the perfect response.What emotional safety actually looks like between a parent and an adult child, especially when you disagree about choices, beliefs, relationships, or painful events from the past.Why making your adult child feel heard does not require you to agree with them, accept their interpretation as the only truth, or abandon your own perspective.How to have difficult conversations with your adult child without immediately defending yourself, explaining your intentions, or trying to fix the problem, so there is more room for understanding and connection.In Part 1 of this series, we talked about differentiation and acceptance: staying grounded in yourself while accepting what is actually happening in the relationship. Those skills create the foundation for what comes next. Curiosity, attunement, and emotional safety are about what happens when you turn toward your adult child and try to understand their experience.You do not have to say everything perfectly for your adult child to feel more comfortable talking with you. Often, the biggest shift begins when they sense that you are trying to understand them instead of preparing to defend yourself.And that can change the entire direction of a conversation.In Part 3, we'll take the next step and talk about repair and accountability, especially when there has already been hurt or conflict in the parent-adult child relationship.If you know another parent who is struggling in their relationship with an adult child, share this episode with them. They may need to hear it too.Click Here to download the free guide: 5 Steps to Take Before Trying to Repair the Relationship with Your Adult Child Tina Gosney is the Family Conflict Coach. She works with parents who have families in conflict to help them become the grounded, confident leaders their family needs. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------If you want support putting what you're learning into practice, come join The Connection Community in Bridge to Connection. This is the perfect spot where you can learn, connect and get targeted help to start moving your relationship with your adult child in a different direction. Set up a Connection Clarity Call with Tina to see if this is a good fit for you: CLICK HERE TO SET UP A CALL---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Tina is certified in family relationships and a trauma informed coach.  Visit tinagosney.com for more information on coaching services.

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The Books of Samuel constitute one of the most sweeping, psychologically acute, and theologically profound epics in the biblical canon. Originally a single, continuous scroll, this two-part narrative charts the watershed transition of Israel from a fractured tribal confederacy into an established kingdom, laying the covenantal groundwork for the messianic hope that spans all of redemptive history. The Prophet and the Transition of Power The narrative bears the name of Samuel (שְׁמוּאֵל), whose name means "Heard of God" or "Name of God." Born in answer to Hannah's desperate prayer, Samuel bridges two distinct eras: he is the last of the Judges and the first of the great prophets to stand alongside the throne. Through his voice, the text frames the establishment of human monarchy not merely as a political evolution, but as a profound theological crisis. When the elders of Israel demand a king to be "like all the nations," Samuel warns them of the imperial tyranny that human rule inevitably brings. Yet, the LORD grants their request while subordinating the crown to the prophetic word, establishing that Israel's true Sovereign remains Yahweh alone. The Rise and Fall of Two Anointed Kings The drama unfolds along the stark contrast between two anointed leaders: Saul: The king chosen by outward stature and popular demand. Saul begins with military promise but descends into spiritual compromise, self-justification, and tragic paranoia, demonstrating the bankruptcy of a kingdom built on human autonomy. David: The youngest shepherd boy chosen for what lies within the heart. Anointed in obscurity, tested in the wilderness as a hunted exile, David ascends to unite the tribes and establish Jerusalem as the city of the Great King. Yet Samuel offers no sanitized hagiography. The text presents David in all his unvarnished complexity, capturing both the sublime heights of his devotion and the devastating catastrophe of his sin with Bathsheba, which fractures his family and his realm under divine judgment. The Song of Hannah and the Davidic Promise The theological engine of the entire narrative is announced at the very beginning in the Song of Hannah (1 Samuel 2). Hannah sings of a cosmic reversal: the LORD breaks the bows of the mighty, exalts the humble, and brings the proud down to Sheol. This theme of radical reversal culminates in the pivotal covenant of 2 Samuel 7. When David desires to build a house (a temple) for God, the LORD reverses the offer, promising instead to build David a "house" (an everlasting dynasty): "Your house and your kingdom shall be made sure forever before me. Your throne shall be established forever." Here, amidst the shadows of Israel's early monarchy, the horizon expands toward the eternal King. The ultimate fulfillment of the Davidic line points past Solomon and the ruins of earthly Jerusalem to the true Son of David, King Jesus, whose kingdom knows no end, and who reigns not by coercion, but through the triumph of self-giving grace.

I heard something recently that stopped me in my tracks.I listened to it again. And again. Then I sent it to my best friend, my sister, and my kids.And in this episode, I'm sharing it with you.It made me think differently about how quickly life moves, the emotions we try so hard not to feel, the distractions that pull us away from ourselves, and what it might look like to really go full out for our lives. This episode is a little different than what I normally share... and maybe one of my favorites.My hope is that you hear something in it that stays with you too.Because life isn't supposed to be perfect. It's an adventure... the joy, the hard parts, the failures, the growth, all of it.And maybe the goal is to stop holding back and really live it.Enjoy~ CourtneyCurrently, I work with women privately and in my monthly membership.  Click HERE to head to my website to learn more.

I sit down with author Michael Easter to explore how modern life's endless comforts and technological conveniences are quietly making us weaker. We discuss how intentionally embracing short-term discomfort, getting out into nature, and finding our personal edge can build deep psychological resilience. Michael breaks down the concept of a "misogi"—a massive annual challenge with a 50-50 chance of success—and shares how stepping out of our comfort zones transforms our perspective on daily stress. We also dive into his personal journey with sobriety, the psychology behind low-friction distractions, and why cultivating intentional solitude is essential today.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 - Introduction to Michael Easter00:49 - The Problem with Modern Comfort02:56 - How Technology Removes Effort05:07 - Reframing Overwhelm Through Hard Challenges08:59 - Psychological Shifts After a Month in the Arctic13:49 - Becoming a Two-Percenter: Choosing the Stairs19:42 - Sobriety, Discomfort, and Long-Term Gains28:49 - Low-Friction Activities and Slot Machine Architecture34:08 - Building Resilience via Nature, Silence, and Boredom39:44 - Upbringing, Adaptability, and Embracing Your Quirks45:02 - Defining Misogi: The 50-50 Rule50:46 - Moving Toward Your Psychological Edge55:23 - Practical Micro-Habits for Daily Discomfort58:38 - Distinguishing Solitude from Isolation01:06:29 - Closing Thoughts and Resources***Tired of feeling like you're never enough? Build your self-worth with help from this free guide: https://training.mantalks.com/self-worthPick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/Heard about attachment but don't know where to start? Try the FREE Ultimate Guide To AttachmentCheck out some other free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your RelationshipBuild brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance. Enjoy the podcast? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Podchaser. It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the ManTalks Community, and help others find the tools and training they're looking for. And don't forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | SpotifyFor more, visit us at ManTalks.com | Facebook | Instagram

In this episode, Kappy shares what's on his plate at the moment. Links and handles mentioned in this episode:Happy Rice | Patch article | Phil Turley IG | Ring on Hook | Wulf's FishAhimsa | IGPB Balls episode | Clean Plate ClubObama Presidential Center | Food and the American Story | Chicago Chefs Cook | Chef Erick WilliamsMartin's Potato RollsAlex Stupak IG | EmpellónFollow Beyond the Plate on Facebook and X.Follow Kappy on Instagram and X.www.beyondtheplatepodcast.com www.onkappysplate.com

This is Part two of our Sermon on the Mount series, titled You've Heard It Said. In this segment, we'll discover that true righteousness is not merely about avoiding sin, but increasingly reflecting the character of Christ.  Sermon Scripture (Matthew 5.21-26) Preaching Pastor: Justin Hall

Today, Paul brings an article warning investors not to get stuck with a 401(k) that's “too big” without a tax plan. Paul rebuts the claim that most people don't struggle with having saved too much in their 401(k), but agrees that putting all your eggs in one tax basket can be a problem when you haven't thought through what your current tax bracket is and what it may be when you retire. Listen along as the Investor Coach explains tax diversification and why having a combination of 401(k), Roth IRAs, and non-qualified accounts can give you more options in a future where no one knows what the tax laws will be.      Want to cut through the myths about retirement income and learn evidence-based strategies backed by over a century of data? Download our free Retirement Income Guide now at paulwinkler.com/relax and take the stress out of planning your retirement.   This material is for general educational purposes only and is not personalized investment, financial, tax, or legal advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Nothing here is an offer, solicitation, or recommendation for any security or strategy. All financial decisions involve risk, and you should consult qualified professionals before acting on this information. Advisory services offered through Paul Winkler, Inc., an SEC-registered investment adviser. 

I'm so guilty for standing up for what I believe is a bad manager mistreating coworkers.  I am wrong or right for having a voice?  Is it leadership on their behalf to be a bully on the workplace front?  Plus are we wearing our underwear too tight?  Should we go commando?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

From dinosaurs to flying birds, beauty queens to eating snakes we've got it all for you on our monthly mixtape. Join us for some brand new tunes and some all time bangers. Dinosaur Jr - Blowin' Up Beacon - Between the Waves Ace of Base - Young and Proud The Clientele - Harvest Time Paul & Linda McCartney - Eat At Home Enigma - I Love You... I'll Kill You Beauty Queen - Blade of Light Mastadon - Snakes For Dinner Rattlesnake Milk - Bank Robber The Cranberries - Sunday Good Flying Birds - Every Day Is Another Ace of Base - Voulez-Vous Danser This show is part of the Pantheon Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this wek's episode of WSJ's Take On the Week, host Miriam Gottfried and guest host Aaron Back, editor of WSJ's Heard on the Street, preview the upcoming employment and inflation releases in advance of the Federal Open Market Committee's September policy meeting. They analyze why these economic indicators will draw heightened focus under Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh. Then Miriam and Aaron dig into Nvidia's recent blowout earnings and whether we will see that echo in Broadcom's earnings this week. Next, Dan Rasmussen, founder and portfolio manager at Verdad Advisers, offers insight into the past year's small-cap stock surge following an extended period of underperformance relative to mega-caps. Rasmussen explains why private equity firms face a massive exit logjam from acquisitions of small companies due to inflated valuations. Finally, we ask Rasmussen: does value investing still work? This is WSJ's Take On the Week where co-hosts Telis Demos, writer for WSJ's Heard on the Street, and Miriam Gottfried, WSJ's investing and wealth management reporter, cut through the noise and dive into markets, the economy and finance—the big trades, key players and business news ahead. Have an idea for a future guest or episode? How can we better help you take on the week? We'd love to hear from you. Email the show at takeontheweek@wsj.com. To watch the video version of this episode, visit our WSJ Podcasts YouTube channel or the video page of WSJ.com Further Reading Inflation Was 3.4% in July, Down Slightly From the Previous Month Fed's Preferred Inflation Gauge Remains Above Target Range Nvidia Reports Blowout Quarter, Says Demand for AI Chips Is Getting Even Hotter Nvidia's $279 Billion Supply-Chain Gamble Nvidia Has Become a Banker to the AI Boom, Putting It on Dangerous Ground Private-Equity Firms Are Sitting on a Nine-Year Backlog A Better Mousetrap for Buying Small Stocks Moderna Shares More Than Double on Success of mRNA Cancer Vaccine For more coverage of the markets and your investments, head to WSJ.com, WSJ's Heard on The Street Column, and WSJ's Live Markets blog. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Follow Miriam Gottfried here and Telis Demos here. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to Episode 434 of RadioBypass!This week we're bringing you another hour of Rock and Roll music that DESERVES to be heard, with brand-new music from Lee Richards and Friends, Wildfire, Flotsam and Jetsam, Phil Soussan, Night Ranger, Cactus, Angel Down, Wicked, and Christian Love!We kick things off with Triumph's "Ordinary Man" before turning things over to Todd Kerns on lead vocals and bass with Heroes And Monsters and "Locked and Loaded." There's a reason we're starting there — tomorrow on RadioBypass, we'll be releasing our brand-new interview with Todd Kerns! Todd joins us for a great conversation about his career, the music he's making today, and his connection to Triumph and the Rock & Roll Machine tour.We also take some time to remember the legendary Dolly Parton. Although the world knew Dolly primarily as a country music icon, her music, personality, songwriting, and influence transcended genres. When she was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Dolly famously questioned whether she belonged there — and then decided to make a Rock and Roll album!We'll hear Dolly talk about that journey before cranking up "Bygones" from her 2023 album Rockstar, an original Dolly composition featuring Nikki Sixx and John 5 of Mötley Crüe along with Rob Halford of Judas Priest.From there, we get right back to the mission of RadioBypass with new Rock and Roll music from Lee Richards and Friends, Wildfire, Flotsam and Jetsam, Phil Soussan, Night Ranger, Cactus, Angel Down, Wicked, and Christian Love, plus King Kobra!Turn it up and discover some Rock and Roll music that DESERVES to be heard!RadioBypass Episode 434 Song ListTriumph – Ordinary ManHeroes And Monsters – Locked and LoadedDolly Parton – BygonesLee Richards and Friends – FaithlessWildfire – Sweet SensationFlotsam and Jetsam – The Edge Of NowherePhil Soussan – Fading OutNight Ranger – Wasted TimeCactus – Tail DraggerKing Kobra – Turn Up The Good TimesAngel Down – HookedWicked – BonesChristian Love – Hold Me Again

From dinosaurs to flying birds, beauty queens to eating snakes we've got it all for you on our monthly mixtape. Join us for some brand new tunes and some all time bangers. Dinosaur Jr - Blowin' Up Beacon - Between the Waves Ace of Base - Young and Proud The Clientele - Harvest Time Paul & Linda McCartney - Eat At Home Enigma - I Love You... I'll Kill You Beauty Queen - Blade of Light Mastadon - Snakes For Dinner Rattlesnake Milk - Bank Robber The Cranberries - Sunday Good Flying Birds - Every Day Is Another Ace of Base - Voulez-Vous Danser This show is part of the Pantheon Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ralph speaks with Colonel Lawrence Wilkerson, former Chief of Staff for Colin Powell, about the fall of the American Empire and self-proclaimed Secretary of War, Pete Hegseth. Then we welcome the CEO and co-founder of the Canadian-based organization Corporate Knights, Toby Heap, to break down Trump's unprecedented trade war with our closest ally. Plus, Ralph has some choice words for Hakeem Jeffries and his meeting with Jared Kushner and for Hillary Clinton and her take on the war with Iran.Lawrence Wilkerson is a retired U.S. Army colonel. Over his 31 years of service, Colonel Wilkerson served as Secretary of State Colin Powell's Chief of Staff from 2002 to 2005, and Special Assistant to General Powell when he was Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff from 1989 to 1993. Colonel Wilkerson also served as Deputy Director and Director of the U.S. Marine Corps War College at Quantico, Virginia, and for fifteen years he was the Distinguished Visiting Professor of Government and Public Policy at the College of William and Mary. He is currently a Senior Fellow at the Eisenhower Media Network, senior advisor to the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft, and co-founder of the All-Volunteer Force Forum.Two-thirds of the world now thinks that we are an enemy of their state. Two-thirds of the world. And it happens to be the two-third that has the greatest amount of the GDP in the world.Colonel Lawrence WilkersonI've lived for 81 years, almost 82, and I've watched my country go to hell right in front of my face… And the billionaires who want all of this to happen, they do not want a democracy. A democracy is fallible. A democracy can't beat China. A democracy can't beat Russia. A democracy can't even beat Iran. They want a technocracy that is run by them, armed by them, technical revolution by them. They want all of this, and oh by the way they want to live to 150 while they're doing it too.Colonel Lawrence WilkersonEvery freaking hour they create a series of war crimes in Iran. Every freaking hour they perpetrate war crimes in the Persian Gulf. Every freaking hour they perpetrate war crimes in Lebanon with Israel. “What's new?,” I want to say. We are a criminal state. There is no other way to describe it. We are a criminal state. We pay no attention whatsoever to domestic or international law. Only when it benefits the person who is doing the deed do we pay any attention at all.Colonel Lawrence WilkersonToby Heaps is the CEO and co-founder of Corporate Knights, and Editor-in-Chief of Corporate Knights magazine. He spearheaded the first global ranking of the world's 100 most sustainable corporations in 2005, and in 2007 coined the term “clean capitalism.”What we're seeing is a sort of political physics—for every action is an equal and opposite reaction. Canada has in many ways benefited and rallied around our nationhood. We're often not the most boisterous or loudest type of folks. But this continued disrespect for our statehood and the continued attacks and the unreasonableness and the unfair play, our prime minister said something to the effect of: when the United States signs something, it's in pencil. It's really denigrating the United States' reputation globally and in Canadians' minds.Toby HeapsNews 8/28/26* This week, the left-wing insurgency in the Democratic Party scored several new victories. First, NBC reports that in Oklahoma, N'Kiyla Jasmine Thomas won the Democratic nomination for the U.S. Senate seat vacated by Markwayne Mullin, who Trump selected to lead the Department of Homeland Security following the resignation of Secretary Kristi Noem. Thomas will go up against Republican Congressman Kevin Hern in November. Unfortunately, Thomas stands little chance of winning the state, which has not elected a Democratic Senator since 1990. Thomas is a member of the Chickasaw Nation and identifies as a Democratic Socialist, but is “not yet” a member of DSA.* Next, in California, Democracy Now! reports progressive state lawmaker Aisha Wahab has prevailed in the special election to fill the seat vacated by disgraced former Congressman Eric Swalwell. This piece notes that Wahab “overcame a flood of attack ads from pro-Israel groups,” which sought to bolster her Democratic primary rival, Melissa Hernandez. In an interview, Wahab said that she “appreciates” voters in her district for “seeing through” the “lies that were spread by AIPAC.” Wahab will make history as the first Afghan American in Congress and has called for the United States to engage with the Taliban government and attempt to “[steer] them in the right direction” on human rights.* In Georgia, the Hill reports another progressive – Everton Blair – won the special election to fill the seat of Congressman David Scott, who passed away in April during his 12th term in the seat. Blair, the former chair of the Gwinnett County School Board, defeated Scott's daughter Marcye Scott. However, Blair will only represent this seat until the end of the year. Beginning in January, State Rep. Jasmine Clark, who won the May primary, will fill the seat for the 120th Congress.* Meanwhile, in the Cornhusker State, the Nebraska Examiner reports that the “Legal Marijuana NOW U.S. Senate candidate Mike Marvin announced he can't put more ‘energy' into the Senate race because of health issues and endorsed nonpartisan U.S. Senate candidate Dan Osborn.” Marvin will remain on the ballot, but is “urging all who supported [him] to now support…Osborn.” This piece notes that this announcement comes on heels of reporting by Flatwater Free Press showing that two staffers from Osborn's 2024 independent Senate campaign joined the Legal Marijuana NOW executive board and sought to dissolve the party from the inside. This, combined with the fact that former Democratic Senate nominee Cindy Burbank paid Mike Marvin's $1,740 candidate filing fee and dropped out of the race one day after the secretary of state verified Osborn's signatures to be on the fall ballot has fueled speculation that these were coordinated efforts to clear the field for Osborn. Marvin for his part disputes this and says he never planned to leave the race. Osborn is quoted saying “We hope to earn the support of the LMN voters and hope that we can represent their concerns well in the US Senate.”* In more third party news, Trump has launched new broadsides against the emerging ex-MAGA clique – consisting of Tucker Carlson, Congressman Thomas Massie, and former Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene. According to the Hill, Trump attacked the group, said to be exploring the possibility of founding a new right-wing party, calling Carlson “a loser,” Greene “a highly neurotic woman” and Massie a “real JERK” on Truth Social. The president added, “What a team this would be, THREE LOSERS, and a pocketful of change!...The only chance they have is to join the Radical Left Dumocrats, and try breaking into the Primary System. To all of them I say, PRAISE BE TO ALLAH!” The proximate cause of this latest flare-up between the camps is Trump's decision to allow in 300,000 metric tons of ground beef to be imported in the next 90 days, a move Massie called “worse than socialism.” Greene, who has been perhaps the most vocal defector from the MAGA camp, said “He attacks us with such vitriol because we actually are everything he claimed to be…he has proven as President that he is nothing more than a neocon puppet for Israel, corporations, big donors with special interests, and his dear friends in the Epstein class…We never changed, Trump did.”* Another story from this side of the aisle comes to us from NOTUS, which reports that an “unknown actor” has stolen over $16,000 from the National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC). This incident, alternatively characterized as a “theft” from a “foreign country” or simply a “fraud,” occurred in early July, when the NRCC “attempted to pay a bill from Ranger Wi-Fi Consulting, a Texas-based firm that specializes in helping clients ‘optimize their wireless networks while ensuring healthy security measures are in place.'” Seeking to assuage the fears of donors, NRCC spokesman Will Kiley told the press that “Protecting donor funds is a top priority for the NRCC,” and vowed that the committee is “working to recover the funds, and…taken steps to ensure it can't happen again.” Listeners might remember that in July, the DNC admitted that they had fallen prey to a scammer, losing almost $30,000 in the process. It would seem that these committees do not have functional safeguards against such schemes.* Our final stories this week all deal with the Middle East. First up, Axios reports that while AIPAC was gearing up for a major ad blitz in Michigan against Democratic nominee Abdul El-Sayed and on behalf of Republican Senate nominee Mike Rogers, those plans have apparently been iced at the behest of the Rogers campaign. According to this story, Rogers believes that AIPAC spending in the Democratic primary – over $30 million on behalf of El-Syed's rival Haley Stevens – actually helped boost El-Sayed's candidacy, making his opposition to AIPAC a “centerpiece of his…campaign, using the group's spending against him to portray Democratic opponent Haley Stevens as beholden to the pro-Israel lobby.” Rogers fears the same fate, so he has sought to keep his distance from AIPAC while his allies are urging AIPAC to “get involved without putting the group's name front and center.” However, Rogers' attempts to put some daylight between his campaign and AIPAC has resulted in the latter turning cold towards the Republican candidate. Republicans now worry that AIPAC will “sit out the general election entirely.” As for the perception of AIPAC in Michigan, a recent poll found that “55% of Michigan voters oppose continued U.S. aid to Israel.”* On the other end of the Michigan political spectrum, Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib has sent a letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio demanding that he “ensure the immediateand permanent release of U.S. citizen Sama Safi, a 20-year-old university student with a severe complex chronic health condition, who the Israeli military has arbitrarily and wrongfully detained since June 2nd.” This letter goes on to describe how “armed Israeli soldiers raided her family's home in the occupied West Bank in the middle of the night and tore her from her family,” and that since then, she has “suffered under appalling conditions in Israeli military detention including “frequent physical assault, shackling, and the throwing of gas and stun grenades into already overcrowded and poorly ventilated cells,” among other horrors. 40 more members of Congress signed this letter, including six senators, Bernie Sanders, Elizabeth Warren, Ed Markey and Chris Van Hollen among them. 85 civic groups also signed onto this demand, ranging from faith-based groups to human rights organizations and beyond.* In the region itself, a broad coalition of Muslim states – including Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Jordan, Indonesia, Pakistan, Turkey, Egypt and, perhaps most notably, the United Arab Emirates – have issued a categorical condemnation of Israel's new “E1” settlement plan. This plan relates to new settlement activities east of occupied East Jerusalem and the signatories decry the plan as constituting “a dangerous escalation that further advances settlement expansion and annexation and undermines the geographical contiguity of the Occupied Palestinian Territory…thereby threatening the viability and realization of an independent, contiguous Palestinian State based on the 1967 lines with East Jerusalem as its capital.” The UAE was the most significant state in the region to sign onto the Trump-brokered Abraham Accords in 2020, which sought to normalize relations between Israel and its neighbors at the expense of the Palestinians. Saudi Arabia was said to be on the verge of signing the accords prior to October 7th and Israel's subsequent genocidal military campaign in Gaza. The UAE taking a new stand against Israel on behalf of the Palestinian cause is widely seen as the final death knell of the Abraham Accords and the beginning of a new era of relations in the Middle East.* Finally, the Economist reports that a group of seven top officials within the elite Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) is consolidating power in Iran. The man rumored to be leading this junta is Mohsen Rezaei, the new national-security adviser, former presidential candidate and the longest-serving chief of the IRGC, having led the corps though the Iran-Iraq War of the 1980s. Others include the head of the navy, currently overseeing Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, as well as the IRGC's commander-in-chief and founder of the Quds Force. Notably absent from this group is Mojtaba Khamenei, the new Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic. This piece judiciously avoids making any definite predictions about whether this new clique will rule as hardliners or pragmatists, but emphasizes that the late Ali Khamenei expertly “balanced the competing interests of his realm” while these military men favor action.This has been Francesco DeSantis, with In Case You Haven't Heard. Get full access to Ralph Nader Radio Hour at www.ralphnaderradiohour.com/subscribe

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Mark discusses the new place people are going when they leave New York, America's botched departure from Afghanistan, the new iPhone coming out, Bill Gates' editorial about AI, fast food companies push to use more ordering kiosks in stores, Burger King revamping their chicken nuggets, new sleep studies that show there's no reason to sleep for 8 hours and Nancy Pelosi investing heavily in AI stocks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark discusses the new place people are going when they leave New York, America's botched departure from Afghanistan, the new iPhone coming out, Bill Gates' editorial about AI, fast food companies push to use more ordering kiosks in stores, Burger King revamping their chicken nuggets, new sleep studies that show there's no reason to sleep for 8 hours and Nancy Pelosi investing heavily in AI stocks.

The prosecution rested on Day 8 of the Tupac Shakur murder trial. The last piece of evidence the jury heard was a recorded phone call from the man charged with orchestrating the shooting — speaking from jail on a line he knows is monitored.Before resting, prosecutors played Davis promoting his book as "the real truth" on YouTube. They played Davis explaining why Tupac deserved retaliation for the MGM Grand brawl. They played a jail call where Davis complained authorities were using his own words against him. Then came the call that ended the case — the one the fiction defense has to explain.Defense witnesses — a detective and two officers — are expected Thursday. Davis must decide overnight whether to take the stand himself. Closing arguments Monday.Listen Anywhere You Get Podcasts: https://pod.link/1655749292Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod?sub_confirmation=1Join Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodThis publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.#TupacShakur #KeffeD #HiddenKillers #TupacTrial #DuaneDavis #2Pac #TrueCrime #LasVegas #DeathRowRecords #JusticeForTupac

Most people following the Lindsay Clancy trial assume the defense has to prove she was insane. Massachusetts law says the opposite. Once the defense raises mental illness, the prosecution has to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that Clancy was criminally responsible when she strangled Cora, Dawson, and Callan on January 24, 2023. That burden does not shift back.Defense attorney and former prosecutor Eric Faddis walks through the legal standard this jury was handed and why it matters. The McHoul test requires the Commonwealth to prove two things — that Clancy could appreciate the wrongfulness of her actions and that she could conform her conduct to the law. Fail on either, and she is not criminally responsible. The standard says mental disease or defect. It does not require a diagnosis of psychosis.Dr. Avram Mack, the prosecution's own rebuttal psychiatrist, told this jury Clancy had a severe depressive episode. He stopped short of psychosis. The legal question is whether that distinction matters under a test that never uses the word.Faddis also covers the mechanics of deliberation — how jurors choose a foreperson, how holdouts shape the conversation, and how long a judge allows a deadlocked jury to continue before stepping in. The Tuey-Rodriguez instruction is a last-resort tool Massachusetts judges use to push past an impasse. In the Karen Read case, it did not work.This jury heard from 84 witnesses across 21 days of testimony. What they do with it begins after closing arguments Thursday.Listen Anywhere You Get Podcasts: https://pod.link/1655749292Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod?sub_confirmation=1Join Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodThis publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.#LindsayClancy #LindsayClancyTrial #HiddenKillers #JuryDeliberation #CriminalResponsibility #InsanityDefense #PostpartumPsychosis #TrueCrimePodcast #TrueCrime #MassachusettsMurderTrial

An enormous scandal is unfolding in Latin America, which says everything about politics in the 21st century. Far-right Argentine election meddling specialist Fernando Cerimedo was arrested in Bolivia after hiring hitmen to try to assassinate his pregnant ex-girlfriend, Nadia Beller. They failed, and she is now revealing the truth. Cerimedo has deep links to the US government and Donald Trump's top allies, such as Marco Rubio. Cerimedo worked for many US-backed right-wing leaders in Latin America, including Argentina's Javier Milei, Bolivia's Rodrigo Paz, Brazil's Bolsonaro family, and Honduras' Nasry "Tito" Asfura. Cerimedo is now also being investigated for drug trafficking. Ben Norton explains this insane scandal, which exposes how powerful US-backed right-wing groups, with funding from rich oligarchs, are manipulating elections and destroying democracy. VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hqIJDC5gsl8 Sources and links here: https://www.geopoliticaleconomy.report/p/fernando-cerimedo-elections-latin-america-trump-us Topics 0:00 Huge election meddling scandal 1:05 Criminal Fernando Cerimedo 1:40 La Derecha Diario 3:06 Attack on Nadia Beller 4:18 Drug trafficking allegations 5:26 Bot farms spread disinfo 7:36 Bots dysfunction after arrest 8:49 US government propaganda 9:36 Shield of the Americas 11:03 Neocolonial Donroe Doctrine 11:33 Op against Latin American left 13:29 Argentina's Javier Milei 13:57 Elon Musk in Argentina 14:42 Corruption in Argentina 18:42 Bolivia's Rodrigo Paz 21:01 Honduras' Nasry "Tito" Asfura 21:42 Trump pardons drug lord JOH 22:17 Election meddling in Honduras 24:22 Election interference 25:18 Coup attempt in Brazil 26:41 Bolsonaro family 28:15 Mar-a-Lago & Latino Wall Street 30:48 Cerimedo's links to US gov't 31:35 Damián Merlo, lobbyist 32:50 Mauricio Claver-Carone, Trump advisor 33:50 Lobbying in Washington 35:02 Marco Rubio & María Elvira Salazar 36:20 Brad Parscale, Trump campaign chief 39:58 La Derecha Diario erases evidence 40:58 Javier Negre, new owner 42:17 La Derecha Diario's fake news 44:18 Javier Negre takes credit for elections 45:31 US neocolonialism in Latin America 46:23 This is NOT "democracy" 47:33 Outro

Night Listeners - Sometimes a lot of time goes by and tons of bands release new albums, new projects start or I just completely miss out on a band who was short lived. Tonight's show is packed full of either new material or stuff I just completely missed out. Why Bother - "Come Undone" / Beyond Step One (Mason City) TV Cop - "Jean Jacket" / The State Riff of Iowa (Ottumwa) Slingshot - "Artichoke" / Artichoke - Jaine (Dubuque) Remiss - "I Can't See Color Anymore" / So It Goes (Oskaloosa) Negative 20° - "I Wish I Was a Riot Grrrl" / In the Pocket Live EP (Waterloo) Acended Master - "Wait and See" / Demo 26 (Iowa City) Husoul - "Calamity" / Project Dilemma (Des Moines) ARU - "Repurposed Dream Sequences" / Repurposed Dream Sequences (Des Moines) The Host Country - "The Rise" / Liminal Ways (Des Moines) Finally Some Action - "Secret Language" / Finally Some Action (Keokuk) Skinned Alive - "Magat Stomp" / Ice Carver (Des Moiens) Sin Miedo - "Sin Miedo" / Demo (Des Moines) Toxic Hell - "Carpet Bombed" / Toxic Hell (Cedar Rapids) Blaster - "I've Heard it Before" / Blaster (Quad Cities) Atombender - "US Hwy 30" / Wait of the World (Ames) Follow Iowa Basement Tapes on: InstagramFollow Kristian Day on: Instagram | Twitter (not doing much with it currently)Iowa Basement Tapes has its own archive of Iowa music. Be sure to check out iowabasementtapes.bandcamp.com and download any of the releases for free. If you would like to contribute any music please send an email to kristianday@gmail.com. BROADCAST SCHEDULEThursdays at 9PM on 98.9FM KFMG - Des MoinesFridays at 7PM on 89.7FM KRUI - Iowa CityWednesdays at 11PM on 90.3FM KWIT - Sioux CityWednesdays at 11PM on 90.7FM KOJI - OkobojiIf you miss the show please subscribe to the broadcast archives: https://apple.co/2MzdH5e

Ron and Clint address the relatively quiet camp buzz surrounding Nico Collins. Hughley isn't ready to read much into it, but the bigger questions remain: WILL NICO STAY HEALTHY, AND WILL HE GET THE TARGETS HE SHOULD?

Keltie arrives swollen and bruised from a pre-Emmys tune-up at Dr. Diamond's, Becca reports back on the BBL Moxi, and a minoxidil debate spirals into: why is everyone buying peptides off a website run by a guy with shirtless Instagram selfies? PLUS, Tracy Tutor is joining RHOBH and she and Dorit already have history, Keltie's going to Rachel Zoe's party this weekend to scout it. Vanity Fair's Best Dressed list is actually good. Men are carrying enormous Birkins full of cologne. Jac's allegedly: the Jonas Brothers' new emo song sounds eerily like "Taxi" by The Maine, which sends Keltie into a full Blurred Lines lawsuit breakdown and a plan to get The Maine a writing credit. Plus nepo babies, Dancing with the Stars as a recession indicator, and Kacey Musgraves' disco scrotum. We have fall deals for YOU!!Hers: Ready to reach your goals? Visit ForHers.com/ladygang for personalized, affordable care that gets you.Talkiatry: Looking for an in‑network psychiatrist? Head to Talkiatry.com/lady to complete the short assessment and get matched.Merit Beauty: Get your Signature Makeup Bag FREE with your first order at MeritBeauty.comAmazon Music: Get your music, podcasts, and audiobooks ALL IN ONE APP! Subscribe to Amazon Music today!Macy's: Need help with your fall wardrobe? Shop in store or online at Macys.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

She had always known her friend believed his old Victorian home was haunted, but she never gave the stories much thought. Then one emotionally charged night changed that.After years of complicated feelings between them, he drunkenly confessed something she had never expected to hear. Hours later, while she was still trying to take care of him, she walked back toward his bedroom and saw someone standing there.At first, he dismissed what she told him the next morning. Then she mentioned one specific detail about the figure—and his reaction immediately changed.She never saw the apparition again, and their friendship eventually faded. But she has always wondered about the timing.Why did the ghost choose that particular night to finally show itself to her? #RealGhostStoriesOnline #RealGhostStories #GhostStory #VictorianHouse #Apparition #ManInTheHat #Paranormal #GhostEncounter #Unexplained #TrueGhostStory Love real ghost stories? Don't just listen—join us on YouTube and be part of the largest community of real paranormal encounters anywhere. Subscribe now and never miss a chilling new story:

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For years, I struggled with what it truly meant to be a man, trying on different masks and pushing extreme boundaries just to figure out who I was. It was not until I hit a self-induced rock bottom and experienced the overwhelming responsibility of fatherhood that I began to understand the real path to male maturity. In this episode, I unpack why so many men feel lost today and why confronting our own powerlessness is an essential part of initiation. Join me as I share how embracing mentorship, rebuilding trust in brotherhood, and modeling strength for the next generation can help us transition from boyhood into true manhood.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00:00 - The Search for Worth and Potency00:01:22 - Trying On Masks and Pushing Boundaries00:03:48 - Three Core Truths of Manhood00:05:29 - Rock Bottom and Psycho-Spiritual Initiation00:08:49 - Confronting Powerlessness and the Need for Mentors00:11:50 - Returning to Serve the Community00:12:42 - Fatherhood and Unbearable Love00:15:39 - Raising Boys in a Lost Culture00:17:52 - Reclaiming Brotherhood and Trusting Other Men00:20:07 - Mentorship as Purpose and Duty00:22:13 - The Humility of Being a Student00:25:39 - Growing Deeper Into Who You Are***Tired of feeling like you're never enough? Build your self-worth with help from this free guide: https://training.mantalks.com/self-worthPick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/Heard about attachment but don't know where to start? Try the FREE Ultimate Guide To AttachmentCheck out some other free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your RelationshipBuild brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance. Enjoy the podcast? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Podchaser. It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the ManTalks Community, and help others find the tools and training they're looking for. And don't forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | SpotifyFor more, visit us at ManTalks.com | Facebook | Instagram

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We have a lot to catch up on this week. We kick off with News with Nick. Busta Rhymes releases Diligence 2, Dr. Dre & Jimmy Iovine give a billionaire perspective on AI, and Turnstile is releasing a Never Enough remake.Song: Denzel Curry & Kenny Beats - “Difference (feat. Yebba)”There's still more news, we jump into a Heard it through the GREGvine! Greg brings us up to speed on the beefs of the summer …Saint Levant vs Shadjdeed; Jack White vs Charlie Crockett, Diamanda Galas's onesided thoughts on Beyonce; Reggie Watts vs the internet.Song: Marcus King, Chris Dave, MonoNeon - “Ingewood Hotel”Just hours before the show, we learned that Dolly Parton had passed at the age of 80. Jay jumped at the opportunity to celebrate the life of an amazing composer, performer, philanthropist, and conservatively tempered social justice advocate.Songs: Dolly Parton - “Just Because I'm a Woman”Dolly Parton - “Joshua”Dolly Parton - “9 to 5”

Melvin Lopez is autistic. So is his five year old son, Mateo. And the first thing Melvin does in this conversation is take apart the assumption that those two facts give them something in common. "If you know one person with autism, you know one person with autism." That is a saying in his house. He talks about a day that starts at 4:30 in the morning because his son does not sleep. Not up and getting ready. Up and fully charged. He talks about fighting his own autism at the exact moment he is trying to parent his son's. And he gives the best description of coping skills I have heard in a long time, which is that nobody buys a good tool for the garage hoping to use it every day, because using it every day means something is always broken. Then I asked him the question this series is named after. Do you feel seen and heard? He said, "I feel like I'm tolerated." He was just as honest about the autism community as he was about everyone outside it. That is why I wanted this one out. Melvin lives in Clarksville, Tennessee, with his wife and their four children. He was diagnosed autistic as an adult, at Level 2, and has a background in the military. His son Mateo is five, is also Level 2, is in kindergarten, and is in ABA therapy. Level 2 is the designation that reads "requires substantial support." Melvin served, he works, and he is raising four kids. Both of those things are true at the same time, and that is most of what this episode is about. SPONSOR Thanks to Lovebug Probiotics for supporting this episode. Probiotics by age, from babies through adults, focused on digestive and immune support. Go to lovebug.com and use code THEAUTISMDAD20 for 20% off. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. ABOUT SEEN AND HEARD Seen and Heard is a short series from The Autism Dad Podcast. Real families get about fifteen minutes to describe their actual lives, in their own words, without anyone smoothing it out for them. MY BOOK So Your Child Was Just Diagnosed with Autism: Real Talk, Support, and Next Steps from a Dad Who's Been There is out December 29, 2026 from Fair Winds Press. If your child has just been diagnosed with autism, this is your compassionate first step guide from someone who has lived it. Preorder at theautismdad.com/book MORE FROM ME Everything I do lives at theautismdad.com. More Seen and Heard episodes at listen.theautismdad.com Melvin does not have public social accounts, so there is nothing to tag.

Want your partner to really HEAR what you're saying so you can develop stronger, more embodied communication & lean into intimacy together? Today I'm joined on the podcast by Christina Elaine, a 2022 graduate who has built a sold out coaching practice supporting both men & women to deepen their communication & intimacy.   In this episode, we unpack: The 3 communication traps "awake" women fall into - and which one you're probably in right now Why being fluent in attachment styles, love languages & all the theory doesn't make you a better communicator (and can quietly make things worse) How to tell if you're flooding your partner with emotion - and why so many "feminine" women are taught to do this to their own detriment  The lecture language awake women of use & why it can keep us talking about the "wrong" things  How Christina built a sold-out coaching practice (and the one thing she focused on to get there)   Resources mentioned:  Christina Elaine - Website | Medium Essays | YouTube | Substack | Archetype Quiz  Jenna Ward - Website | Instagram  Feminine Embodiment Coaching Certification - professional training 

Dolly Parton died at age 80, just months after telling fans in May that her whole system was out of whack and she needed to slow down for treatment, with no official cause of death released yet. Chalene Johnson also breaks down the Callaway Golf ad pulled within hours of airing, where Good Good cofounder Garrett Clark tackles professional golfer Alexis Mistowski over a driver, and asks the uncomfortable question critics won't touch. Plus, the backlash Chalene got for wearing Meta smart glasses, and why she isn't backing down. Then, the latest from the Lindsay Clancy murder trial, where defense attorney Reddington's cross examination of the prosecution's expert witness may have just changed the case, backed by brand new 2026 research out of UCL on how postpartum psychosis actually works. Topics discussed: Dolly Parton, Callaway Golf, Good Good, Garrett Clark, Alexis Mistowski, Chip Brewer, PGA Tour, Meta glasses, Ray-Ban Meta, Kylie Jenner, Lindsay Clancy, Patrick Clancy, Cora Clancy, Dawson Clancy, Callan Clancy, Dr. Mack, Dr. Helbron, postpartum psychosis, UCL research, GoFundMe, Heard foundation. Join Chalene on Patreon her private podcast to hear all the latest on the Penthouse Drama and upcoming episode Session with a Renowned Pet Psychic  

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Eleven hours. That's how long forensic psychiatrist Dr. Gregory Saathoff, who's worked with the FBI's Behavioral Analysis Unit, spent interviewing Lindsay Clancy over Zoom across May and June 2026 — and today he told a Plymouth Superior Court jury what came out of it. Clancy, 34, of Duxbury, Massachusetts, is accused of strangling her three children — Cora (5), Dawson (3), and Callan (7 months) — with exercise resistance bands inside the family's Summer Street home on January 24, 2023. She faces three counts of murder and three counts of strangulation, has pleaded not guilty, and her attorney Kevin Reddington is arguing she was in the grip of severe postpartum psychosis and psychiatric overmedication.Saathoff isn't a stranger to this specific horror — he testified he's diagnosed and treated five to seven women in the prison system who killed their children, and co-authored a 1980s paper on postpartum psychosis with four colleagues. He explained to jurors that psychosis itself isn't a disease but a symptom, and distinguished Serious Mental Illness like schizophrenia and bipolar I from the broader Any Mental Illness category that covers things like anxiety disorder and PTSD.Then came the substance: Saathoff testified Clancy described an external voice that started while she was making the kids' dinner, right after a call with Patrick Clancy — telling her this was her last chance, that she had to kill the children and then herself. The voice, he said, stopped after she strangled Callan, her youngest — though it had already gone silent before her own suicide attempt. He called it unusual that this was the first time she'd ever heard it. He also noted inconsistencies between Clancy's account and collateral witness statements, pointing specifically to the Three V takeout order and Clancy allegedly asking her husband to run an errand to a particular drugstore.LinksJoin Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8-vxmbhTxxG10sO1izODJg?sub_confirmation=1Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/TrueCrimePodDisclaimerThis publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.Hashtags #LindsayClancy #DuxburyTragedy #PostpartumPsychosis #GregorySaathoff #TrueCrime #InsanityDefense #PlymouthCounty #KevinReddington #CoraDawsonCallan #TrueCrimeToday

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Eleven hours. That's how long forensic psychiatrist Dr. Gregory Saathoff, who's worked with the FBI's Behavioral Analysis Unit, spent interviewing Lindsay Clancy over Zoom across May and June 2026 — and today he told a Plymouth Superior Court jury what came out of it. Clancy, 34, of Duxbury, Massachusetts, is accused of strangling her three children — Cora (5), Dawson (3), and Callan (7 months) — with exercise resistance bands inside the family's Summer Street home on January 24, 2023. She faces three counts of murder and three counts of strangulation, has pleaded not guilty, and her attorney Kevin Reddington is arguing she was in the grip of severe postpartum psychosis and psychiatric overmedication. Saathoff isn't a stranger to this specific horror — he testified he's diagnosed and treated five to seven women in the prison system who killed their children, and co-authored a 1980s paper on postpartum psychosis with four colleagues. He explained to jurors that psychosis itself isn't a

On this week's Vogue & Amber: Amber woke at 2am, heard music coming from the kitchen, decided the house was being burgled, Lea was freaking out, the Garda was on speed dial, but the culprit wasn't quite what we expected.Plus, Vogue is fully baby-ready: nails done, toes done, tan on, hair washed in case he arrives, and has done a massive wardrobe clearout (hitting Vinted imminently). Spencer's been raiding Vogue's precious jungle melatonin, Amber's been slagged at the nail salon AND on the Spotify comments and your "moment I knew it was over" stories, including a wedding day drink refusal and a giantess fetish revelation.Vogue & Amber is a Global production, available every Tuesday and Thursday on Global Player, YouTube or wherever you get your shows. Make sure you subscribe so you never miss an episode.Watch us on YouTube! CLICK HERE! or search Vogue & AmberRemember, if you want to get involved you can:Whatsapp us: 07879809710Email us at vogueandamberpod@global.com OR find us on socials @voguewilliams, @ambrerosolero @vogueandamberpod

I sit down with psychologist and bestselling author Dr. Marisa Franco to break down the crucial differences between fragile self-esteem and true, lasting self-worth. We explore why traditional self-help advice often backfires, how unresolved "open" memories quietly drive present-day reactivity, and why healing requires loving self-acceptance rather than trying to eradicate your flaws. Dr. Franco also shares practical, science-backed tools - including memory reconsolidation and somatic exercises - to help you build a grounded foundation of internal security.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00:00 - Introduction & Self-Worth vs. Self-Esteem00:03:03 - Why Positive Self-Talk Can Backfire00:04:40 - Open Memories: The Database of Self-Esteem00:07:00 - Moving Past Self-Evaluation to Authenticity00:09:23 - Rethinking Attachment Theory and the "Secure" Ideal00:13:40 - Why You Can't Coerce Yourself Into Healing00:18:07 - Memory Reconsolidation and Updating the Past00:28:46 - Implicit Memory, the Amygdala, and Somatic Triggers00:35:36 - Separating Personhood and Self-Worth from Performance00:43:49 - Deep Exploration vs. Superficial Acceptance00:46:46 - Relational Expressions of Low Self-Worth00:53:00 - Working Memory Theory, Tetris, and Somatic Tools***Tired of feeling like you're never enough? Build your self-worth with help from this free guide: https://training.mantalks.com/self-worthPick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/Heard about attachment but don't know where to start? Try the FREE Ultimate Guide To AttachmentCheck out some other free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your RelationshipBuild brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance. Enjoy the podcast? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Podchaser. It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the ManTalks Community, and help others find the tools and training they're looking for. And don't forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | SpotifyFor more, visit us at ManTalks.com | Facebook | Instagram

Ralph welcomes Dr. Mimi Syed to discuss the recent report from Brown University's Costs of War Project: “Lethal Precision Without Accountability: Israeli Government ‘Quadcopter' Use in Gaza.” Then, Ralph speaks to Joel McCleary (former Deputy Assistant to President Jimmy Carter and international consultant) about his “Dancing in the Dark” essay series on the strategies that Trump is using to hold onto power at almost any cost.Dr. Mimi Syed is an emergency medicine physician and assistant clinical professor at University of Washington and Washington State University, and a fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians. Dr. Syed served in Gaza at both al-Aqsa Hospital and Nasser Hospital, where she documented severe injuries from drone strikes and she has firsthand experience treating civilians targeted by the IDF. She is co-author of the Costs of War Project's new report: Lethal Precision Without Accountability: Israeli Government “Quadcopter” Use in Gaza.A lot of the attention has essentially fallen off from Gaza because of this so-called ceasefire…And the media (Western media) unfortunately is complicit in this—has no interest in covering Gaza, has no interest in covering the ongoing slaughter that's happening in Gaza.Dr. Mimi SyedThe irony of all of this is that the drones and the capabilities that these drones have to shoot and to distinguish between a civilian and a combatant—the whole purpose of this is to mitigate civilian harm. And instead, perversely, they're being used for the opposite. They're being used to target civilians and children. And in the U.N. report, they specifically talk about a soldier describing the experience, saying that it's like a video game. He can be sitting somewhere far away, away from the dangers of a military zone, away from the dangers of combatants, and essentially target whoever he wants, and shoot. And these drones have the capability of distinguishing between a child, an adult, a combatant. And most of these cases that I documented, the child was by themselves. There was no other adult harmed.Dr. Mimi SyedJoel McCleary served as Deputy Assistant to the President during the Carter Administration. As president of the Sawyer-Miller Group he oversaw international strategic advisory work for fourteen prime ministers and presidents. Currently, he is Managing Partner of Four Seasons Ventures, which has conducted in-depth studies for the Department of Defense and Department of Homeland Security on biodefense. These studies reviewed the emergency powers of the President in the event of a pandemic or major biological weapons attack. He is co-founder of the nonpartisan nonprofit Keep Our Republic.November 3rd is just the prelude to January 3rd—the game (so to speak) is who controls the Speakership. And that is determined by the certified members who are certified by the current House—they will determine who meets on January 3rd. So obviously what Trump does not want (or any President does not want) is there to be an opposing party's Speaker.Joel McClearyWe're not saying that anything is inevitable. We're just saying what is possible if you look at what they're saying and if you look at where they might go if they feel compelled to do so. So NSPM-7 is probably the most frightening aspect of this whole thing. And what's most frightening is how few people have focused on it. All of us need to read these documents at the ACLU (the Brennan Center has done fantastic work). And Mark Medish and I just are appalled that still, in Democratic circles or other circles, we are not yet comprehending the meaning of NSPM-7 and how it threatens each one of us in reality.Joel McClearyNews 8/21/26* This week, another round of primaries were held, most notably in Florida. For progressives, the biggest victory is that of Angie Nixon, a DSA-backed member of the Florida House of Representatives, representing Jacksonville. Nixon trounced her opponent – Alex Vindman, who testified against Trump during the 2019 impeachment effort – winning 56% of the vote to his 44% despite being outspent by a margin of 16 to 1. Forbes reports that in her victory speech, Nixon said “We have proved that everyday people are more powerful than corporations and billionaires…We went up against the political establishment, against millions of dollars of outside spending…and we won. This win was for the little guys and girls…We, the hardworking everyday people of Florida, sent a shock wave to the Washington, D.C., establishment.” Unfortunately, Nixon's candidacy, like that of any statewide Democratic campaign in the Sunshine State, remains a long shot. The last Democrat to win a U.S. Senate seat in Florida was former astronaut Bill Nelson in 2012.* More disappointing were the down-ballot results in these primaries. In the 20th congressional district, a majority-minority district centered on Broward County, Debbie Wasserman Schultz won with 45% of the vote, according to NBC. She defeated four Black candidates, including young progressive Elijah Manley. Wasserman Schultz previously represented the 25th district, but following the Republican-led mid-decade redistricting program carried out in Florida, she opted to seek reelection in this heavily Democratic seat. The Black candidates had tried and failed to consolidate behind a single choice.* And in Florida's 25th congressional district, ultra-zionist incumbent Congressman Jared Moskowitz “warded off” a challenge from his left in the form of Oliver Larkin, a DSA-backed union organizer. Larkin drew substantial media attention, first when he appeared on Fox and, asked about immigration and crime, he demanded accountability for “this pedophile president Donald Trump” and others implicated in the Jeffrey Epstein scandal and again during an interview with WPLG Local 10 when Larkin was “faced with genocide denial.” According to the Middle East Eye, Larkin “raised the topic of Israel's genocide in Gaza, pointing to statements and findings from institutions such as the United Nations, Amnesty International and Israeli human rights organisation B'Tselem,” which the interviewer, Glenna Milberg incorrectly dismissed as “factually incorrect.” Larkin “outlined Israel's deliberate targeting of civilians, restrictions on humanitarian aid and attacks on churches, schools and other places of worship,” and Milberg again “interrupted and said his account was ‘factually not correct.'” The Middle East Eye writes that the exchange was then “cut short when Milberg said she was being told they had to wrap up the interview.”* Turning to Texas, NOTUS reports Democratic Senate nominee James Talarico – capitalizing on the acrimonious primary battle between sitting Republican Senator John Cornyn and his victorious primary opponent Texas AG Ken Paxton – has taken the extraordinary step of bringing a Cornyn aide onto his campaign. According to this piece, “Jacob Smith, who worked for Cornyn for five years as a deputy legislative director and policy adviser, is taking on the role of deputy policy director for Talarico's campaign.” In a statement, Smith said that he is “proud” to join Talarico's campaign and that “Instead of playing partisan politics, Talarico speaks to the needs of everyday people who day in and day out work too hard for too little.” Smith also laid into Paxton, calling him “the most corrupt, self-dealing politician in Texas who would sell their futures to the highest contributor just to hold onto power,” and urging “fellow Republicans who know Ken Paxton is unfit to serve in the Senate to finally hold him accountable at the ballot box.” This piece quotes an anonymous “Republican operative” who characterized this kind of “cross-party hire” as “unheard of.” He added that Talarico has a “better chance than any Democrat has had in the state in a very long time.”* In more primary news, last week we discussed the victory of former Hartford, Connecticut Mayor Luke Bronin over 14-term incumbent Congressman John Larson. That same day, the Lever published an exposé of Stephen Mandel, a Connecticut-based billionaire hedge fund manager and Democratic mega-donor who is the “largest bankroller of a nascent political machine promising to ‘redefine' the Democratic Party.” Via two organizations – Majority Democrats and the Bench – Mandel and his wife have funneled tens of millions of dollars to candidates of their choosing in an attempt to form a “new [political] center.” According to this report, Bronin amassed a “sizable war chest,” during his primary challenge against Larson, much of which traces back to Mandel. Not only that, apparently, Bronin “used to be on the payroll of a nonprofit funded by the billionaire,” and his campaign's policy stances reflect the network's preferences and priorities. The Lever notes that, perhaps unsurprisingly, the Mandels did not return their requests for comment.* In more Connecticut news, in the wake of Larson's defeat, local media is beginning to question whether Senator Richard Blumenthal should run for another term in 2028, with WTNH noting that he will be 82 at the end of his current term. While Blumenthal has not formally announced that he will run for a fourth senate term, he did confirm that he has a campaign committee and it is raising money. This piece notes that Blumenthal is the second oldest member of Connecticut's congressional delegation, behind only Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro, 83, who represents the state's third congressional district. With the increased scrutiny on aging Democrats, and donors like Stephen Mandel bankrolling primary challenges by younger candidates, Blumenthal's decision of whether or not to run or anoint a successor could prove critical. For his part, Blumenthal is quoted saying “Age is a state of mind…and I am very, very happy doing my job right now, as energetically as I feel is appropriate.”* Senator Blumenthal features prominently in another story this week from a different part of Washington. NOTUS reports that on K Street, lobbyists for the defense industry – literally the military industrial complex – are “girding for aggressive investigations of President Donald Trump's Pentagon and the companies that do business with it,” if the Democrats retake one or both houses of Congress in the midterm elections. This piece emphasizes that Democrats have “spent two years seething that the Trump administration shut Congress out of decisions about the Pentagon, from the Iran war to politically connected contractors and a defense budget that's ballooned to $1.5 trillion.” Lobbyists are reported to be particularly wary of their clients being caught between outraged congressional Democrats and an uncooperative White House for the next two years. Blumenthal, the top Democrat on the Senate Investigations Subcommittee, is already zeroing in on 1789 Capital, where Donald Trump Jr. is an investor, and American Ventures, where Eric Trump is an investor, both of which received billions of dollars in government awards. He is quoted saying “We need to look into whether Trump's sons are profiting from investments in defense contractors that involve insider information or contracts awarded in ways that compromise defense interests.” Other investigations he signaled they might pursue include a probe of “the administration's growing reliance on single-source contracts and whether the administration has given preferential treatment to companies with political ties, particularly those that donated to Trump's White House ballroom project.” In the House, Democrats on the Armed Services Committee will likely focus on “military strategy, acquisition decisions and the Pentagon's rapidly growing budget,” while the Oversight Committee, is more focused on “corruption, conflicts of interest, companies connected to Trump allies such as SpaceX and other ethics issues.” When Republicans won control of the House, Senate, and presidency in 2024, many lobbying firms axed their Democratic staff. It seems they are beginning to regret that decision.* Our next two stories have to do with the AI boom. First, in Wisconsin, the politics of AI data centers have come to in large part define the ongoing race to succeed Democrat Tony Evers as Governor. DSA-backed candidate Francesca Hong rode her vow of a moratorium on new data center construction to front-runner status in the primary, only to lose by a hair to Evers' last minute chosen successor, David Crowley. Since becoming the nominee, Crowley has refused to adopt Hong's signature issue and his opponent, Republican Congressman Tom Tiffany is taking full advantage. According to Wisconsin Public Radio, Tiffany's campaign has released a new TV ad labeling his opponent “data center David Crowley.” In the ad, Crowley is “seen saying Wisconsin has the opportunity to be ‘an AI and a data hub not only for the entire country, but for the entire globe.'” Ironically, Tiffany himself has cast “pro-data center votes in Congress” and Crowley's campaign argues that Tiffany “wouldn't be as hard on developers as his campaign claims,” though he is now campaigning on “ending state subsidies for data centers and creating additional protections for ratepayers and the state's farmland and water.”* Next, a stunning feat of reporting by 404 Media exposed how “Amazon is buying massive quantities of books, scanning them for AI training data, and destroying them in the process.“ To investigate this, the outlet placed a tracking device in a rare book that they suspected would be acquired by an AI company for training data. Then, when indeed it was, they followed the book around the country to its final destination – an Amazon warehouse in Las Vegas, Nevada – where employees say that “all [they] do is scan books..Some are assigned to cut books, and others go to receive where they get books and scan the bar codes.” The printed book is destroyed in the process. The logo of the Amazon team that works at this warehouse, called VGT3, is a dinosaur, brandishing its teeth and with a book in its hands. The piece notes that the AI company Anthropic has previously been sued for engaging in the practice of destroying rare books in order to feed them into their large language models, or LLMs, on copyright grounds, but the “judge in the lawsuit ruled it was fair use and not a copyright violation for Anthropic to scan a book for training data in part because it destroyed the original, printed copy.” The author of this piece notes that these rare books are not necessarily monetarily valuable – they could be rare because “not many copies of them were ever printed,” or “they are in a foreign language not many people speak.” Still, as one bookseller said “There are different types of value…[besides monetary value] There's historical value, intellectual value, sentimental value. All sorts of things, and all of those the AI companies don't care about. They just want the content as a bunch of words strung together.”* Finally, we turn to the Vatican, where, Drop Site reports, Pope Leo XIV is using his pulpit to call for the opening of humanitarian corridors for civilians in Sudan. In his weekly Angelus address, the first American Pope highlighted “the plight of civilians in the besieged city of el-Obeid.” In addition to his call for humanitarian corridors, the pontiff called for both sides to “cease attacks on civilian targets.” Drop Site explains that El-Obeid, the largest city in Kordofan – the region comprising central Sudan – has faced intense drone attacks as the rebels of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) battle the Sudanese army for supremacy in the region. An RSF siege has “left over 500,000 people in famine conditions for months and without supplies.” The United Nations warns that if El-Obeid falls, it could follow in the mold of el-Fasher, which fell to the RSF last year and resulted in “mass ethnic cleansing massacres by the RSF that killed an estimated 60,000 people.” We can only hope that the world will heed the Pope's plea for peace and humanitarian assistance to the civilian population of Sudan.This has been Francesco DeSantis, with In Case You Haven't Heard. Get full access to Ralph Nader Radio Hour at www.ralphnaderradiohour.com/subscribe