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Max Pearson presents a collection of the week's Witness History episodes.This week, we hear about the first solar-powered flight around the world, and discuss other moments in the history of solar power with Prof Laura Herz, Professor of Physics at the University of Oxford, in the UK.Plus, the start of the largest mountain carving in the world in honour of Native American warrior Crazy Horse, Mexico's 'little old lady killer' and the birth of the 'African Oscars', FESPACO.Finally, when American football came to Europe and how a Peruvian instrument, the cajon, revolutionised flamenco.Contributors: Bertrand Piccard - one of the pilots of Solar Impulse 2. Prof Laura Herz, Professor of Physics at the University of Oxford. Monique Ziolkowski - daughter of the sculptor who started the Crazy Horse Memorial. Dr Feggy Ostrosky - neuropsychologist who worked with Juana Barraza. Alimata Salembéré - president of the first organising committee of the Pan African Film and Television Festival. Oliver Luck - former president of NFL Europe. Rubem Dantas - percussionist who helped introduce the cajon into flamenco.(Photo: Solar Impulse 2 flies over the Golden Gate bridge in San Francisco in 2016. Credit: Jean Revillard via Getty Images)

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We knew it would be impossible to cover everything that needed to be covered in just one part. Welcome back to PART 2 of one of the greatest War Horses of all time, Romeo & Juliet. In this episode Michelle Ellis tells us what is the WORST thing to ever happen to skating fans and gives an apology to the countries of Argentina, Brazil and Russia.Subscribe for Olympic coverage, breakdowns, and storytelling from inside the sport.Support us on Patreon: Patreon.com/TheRunthroughPodcastWatch us on Youtube: The RunthroughFollow us on social: Instagram | TikTokPatreon subscribers gain access to each episode in video format two days before the audio release, plus access to exclusive bonus content and private chats with our fellow members!

Los Angeles, 1935. With nowhere to go and nothing to lose, Robert and Gloria enter a marathon dance on the Santa Monica pier, one of hundreds of couples competing to stay on their feet for weeks at a time for a prize of a thousand dollars. As the days blur into nights and the competition grows merciless, their unlikely bond deepens into something neither of them can name, and a reckoning neither can avoid.George MacKay (1917, Rose of Nevada) stars as Robert alongside Leah Brotherhead (Hullraisers, RSC's Wolf Hall) as Gloria.Horace McCoy's 1935 novel is one of the founding texts of American noir, previously adapted as Sydney Pollack's acclaimed 1969 film with Jane Fonda. This is its first ever audio adaptation, brought to radio by adaptor Kerry Shale.Story of America is a major collection of dramatisations of milestone American titles marking 250 years since the Declaration of Independence and the foundation of the United States.Robert . . . . . George MacKay Gloria . . . . . Leah Brotherhead Rocky . . . . . Kerry Shale Mrs Layden . . . . . Laurel Lefkow Pedro . . . . . Joseph Balderama Rollo . . . . . Ben Crowe Jim . . . . . David Menkin Ruby . . . . . Laura Dos SantosAdapted by Kerry Shale.Production co-ordinators: Sara Benaim, Jonathan Powell Technical producers: Keith Graham, Neva Missirian, Kira Golightly Sound design: Sharon Hughes Director: Sasha YevtushenkoA BBC Studios production.

HITM: In today's "Where are they now" segment, we catch up with editor Lisa Slade, who first joined us 16 years ago on episode 5. We're also joined by Steve Kraus, Head of Farrier Services at Cornell University, for expert advice on summer hoof care, plus another round of Realli BAD Adz. Don't miss it!AUDITOR POST SHOW: Jamie's questionable fashion choices!HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 4004 – Show Notes and Links:Hosts: Jamie Jennings of Flyover Farm and Glenn the GeekJamie and Glenn's Amazon StoreTitle Sponsor: Kentucky Performance ProductsPic Credit: Homer and Lisa SladeGuest: Lisa Slade, Director of Content of Practical Horseman and Dressage TodayGuest: Steve Kraus, Head of farrier services at Cornell UniversityLink: Mrs Pastures ContestSpalding Labs Fly Predators Coupon: HRN10 for 10% off your first order. Additional support for this podcast provided by: My New Horse, Equine Network and Listeners Like YouTime Stamps: 01:57 - Horse of the Week04:34 - Daily Whinnies 08:34 - Mrs. Pastures giveaway11:19 - “Where Are They Now” Lisa25:45 - Summer hoof care (Kraus)37:01 - Really Bad Ads 57:19 - Auditor post show

Steve, McNew, Kathy, Linda & Jim talk about Gallo's brand Horse Soldier opening a brand new distillery. TBD music by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com).   Important Links: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theabvnetwork Our Events Page: bourbonpalooza.com Check us out at: abvnetwork.com. The ABV Barrel Shop: abvbarrelshop.com   Join the revolution by adding #ABVNetworkCrew to your profile on social media.

Joseph Harrison has ridden plenty of great horses, but when the chips were down and the most money was on the line, he kept going back to Main Street Boone.Better known as "Street", 2004 gelding by Pepto Boonsmal out of Playboy's Ruby was part of the Harrison family for roughly 15 years. Despite the number of horses that came through Harrison's program during that time, he still considers Street the best and most trustworthy horse he has ever ridden.On this episode of The Score, Chelsea Shaffer and Harrison look back on Street's biggest moments, including Harrison's win at The American with Luke Brown, multiple trips to the NFR and a successful, if somewhat accidental, show career. Street was the kind of horse that anyone could ride and win on, whether that be a pregnant Jackie Crawford or a fellow NFR heeler in need of a good one.Harrison and his wife, Jodi, estimate Street earned more than $1 million between rodeos, jackpots and horse shows—though there is no complete record from the gelding's earlier years. More important than the money was Street's consistency. Jake Long, Travis Graves, Paul Eaves and other elite heelers rode him through the years, and Harrison said they regularly placed Street alongside the best horses they had ever ridden.Harrison also opens up about Street's retirement, the care he received in his final years and the difficult decision to let him go when breathing and heat-related issues began affecting his quality of life. Through the wins, the miles and the quiet years at home, Street remained Harrison's favorite—and the horse he was always glad to have had.---This episode is brought to you by SmartEquine and ColiCare—an innovative approach to hindgut health and colic prevention. Designed with research-backed ingredients and a unique support program, when your horse is counting on you, you can count on ColiCare.ColiCare combines targeted digestive support with a program designed to help you stay ahead of potential issues—not just react to them. It's built on research, formulated to support a healthy gut environment, and backed by a unique benefit: eligible horses enrolled in the program may receive up to $15,000 in colic surgery reimbursement.Whether you're hauling, training hard, or just managing day-to-day stressors, your horse's digestive system is constantly under pressure. ColiCare is designed to help you manage those risks with confidence.Visit SmartEquine.com to learn more about how ColiCare can support your horse's long-term

HOUR 4: People do love horses. full 2153 Thu, 23 Jul 2026 22:00:00 +0000 qIoh9BZdDUBVyvXNULMBBDi8f85TO8yM news The Dana & Parks Podcast news HOUR 4: People do love horses. You wanted it... Now here it is! Listen to each hour of the Dana & Parks Show whenever and wherever you want! © 2025 Audacy, Inc. News https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Fr

Alex Fulton joins Farm4Profit to share his journey from horse racing and landscaping to building a thriving first-generation livestock farm in Maryland. Today, Alex raises registered Berkshire hogs, sheep, chickens, turkeys, and laying hens while selling premium meat directly to consumers through multiple weekly farmers markets. Along the way, he explains how direct marketing, quality genetics, customer education, and diversification have allowed his family to create a profitable business in one of the country's most competitive regions. The conversation also dives into Berkshire genetics, premium pork production, direct-to-consumer marketing, grinding your own feed, Maryland Pork Producers, excavation, social media opportunities, and even Alex's background as a steeplechase jockey. Topics include: First-generation farming Berkshire hogs Direct-to-consumer meat sales Farmers markets Premium pork production Sheep and lamb production Pasture poultry Maryland Pork Producers Grinding your own feed Plenish high oleic soybeans Small farm profitability Equipment buying Excavating business Marketing premium food Starting a farm without family land Steeplechase horse racing Whether you're dreaming of starting your own farm, expanding into direct marketing, or simply love hearing unique agricultural stories, Alex proves there are still many paths into agriculture for people willing to build something from the ground up. Want Farm4Profit Merch? Custom order your favorite items today!https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/ Don't forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website: www.Farm4Profit.comShareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.comEmail address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.comCall/Text: 515.207.9640Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5XqwFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/Farm4Profit Media is not a financial, legal, or tax advisor. Content is provided for informational purposes only, and we serve solely as a platform for third-party opinions. Any actions taken based on this content are at your own risk. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jason welcomes in Kellie Reilly for the International Radar segment and looks ahead to a big Saratoga Saturday card. 

On 3 June 1998, a stone carving of Native American warrior Crazy Horse's face was unveiled in South Dakota.It is 27m tall and is part of a much larger sculpture showing the Native American warrior riding a horse and pointing towards the sacred Black Hills. When finished, it will be the largest mountain carving in the world.Crazy Horse helped defeat the US Army in 1876 at the Battle of the Little Bighorn.The granite memorial was started by Korczak Ziolkowski in 1948 after being asked by Lakota Chief Henry Standing Bear to carve a likeness of the warrior out of a mountain.After Korczak's death, his family continued the project.Daughter Monique Ziolkowski is the memorial's artistic and historical adviser.She tells Jen Dale what it was like to help drill, blast and carve the mountain into the likeness of Crazy Horse.This programme contains outdated language.Eye-witness accounts brought to life by archive. Witness History is for those fascinated by and curious about the past. We take you to the events that have shaped our world through the eyes of the people who were there. For nine minutes every day, we take you back in time and all over the world, to examine wars, coups, scientific discoveries, cultural moments and much more. Recent episodes explore everything from how the Excel spreadsheet was developed, the creation of cartoon rabbit Miffy and how the sound barrier was broken.We look at the lives of some of the most famous leaders, artists, scientists and personalities in history, including: the moment Reagan and Gorbachev met in Geneva, Haitian singer Emerante de Pradines' life and Omar Sharif's legendary movie entrance in Lawrence of Arabia.You can learn all about fascinating and surprising stories, like the invention of a stent which has saved lives around the world; the birth of the G7; and the meeting of Maldives' ministers underwater. We cover everything from World War Two and Cold War stories to Black History Month and our journeys into space.(Photo: Crazy Horse memorial. Credit: Crazy Horse Memorial Foundation)

The summer LORE HORSE series continues with Romeo and Juliet. In this episode we ask ourselves the timeless questions: Is it dangerous to be young? Has your motherland ever stolen your passport in an effort to have you rewrite a tragic ending into something more positive? Is Juliet Capulet the very first demon twink?Subscribe for Olympic coverage, breakdowns, and storytelling from inside the sport.Support us on Patreon: Patreon.com/TheRunthroughPodcastWatch us on Youtube: The RunthroughFollow us on social: Instagram | TikTokPatreon subscribers gain access to each episode in video format two days before the audio release, plus access to exclusive bonus content and private chats with our fellow members!

Jason discusses the news around Hawthorne Race Course to open the show. Then we welcome in Haskell winning jockey Jorge Vargas Jr. 

We share our picks for the best new tracks out now, including the laid-back dystopia of Sylvan Esso's “Concrete Glen,” an acoustic take on Phoebe Bridgers' “Lost Boys,” the glitched-out chaos of feeble little horse and more.NPR Music's Dora Levite joins host Robin Hilton.Support the show with a review on Apple or Spotify wherever you listen to podcasts. Questions, comments, suggestions or feedback of any kind always welcome: allsongs@npr.orgFeatured artists and songs:(00:00) Intro(01:28) Sylvan Esso: “Concrete Glen”(07:49) feeble little horse: “DMT”(14:07) Phoebe Bridgers: “Lost Boys (acoustic)”(22:15) Snõõper: “RECESS”(26:50) The Olivia Tremor Control: “Garden of Light”(33:53) @: “Autosmile”   See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

When it comes to horsemanship, connection is key. Establishing that initial connection with your horse is what opens the door to creating trust, confidence, and control—especially at faster speeds. Tune into this episode as I break down the differences between physical manipulation and mental connection and share how to get that essential connection established with your horse.

Jason welcomes in trainer Philip Antonacci to talk about his strong start to the summer Saratoga season, moving from harness to Thoroughbred, and much more! 

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Marking his silver anniversary on Christian radio, professional counselor Brother Mike from the Arizona Deliverance Center delivers a sobering look at end-times prophecy in this episode of Hardcore Christianity. Dive into a deep-dive study of the fourth seal of Revelation, unpacking the spiritual and historical weight of the "Death Horse." Learn how modern warfare and geopolitical conflicts serve as precursors to the Tribulation, and why securing your relationship with Jesus Christ is the most urgent decision you can make today. Key Takeaways: The Green Horse of Death: A linguistic breakdown of the Greek word chloros (pale green) and thanatos (death) used in the fourth seal, revealing the identity of the final rider (Revelation 6:7-8). The Antichrist's Secretary of War: Exploring the rise of the Antichrist and his appointment of a supernatural "Secretary of War" given power to slaughter a fourth of the earth's population—amounting to roughly 2 billion people today. The Staggering Toll of Conflict: A historical comparison of humanity's bloodiest conflicts—including World War II, the Taiping Rebellion, the Mongol Conquests, and World War I—demonstrating how previous mass casualties pale in comparison to what is prophesied for the second half of the Tribulation. Satan’s Ultimate Harvest: Understanding why the enemy instigates warfare, utilizing mass casualties to quickly harvest souls before they can find salvation. Geopolitics in 2026: A candid discussion on current global flashpoints, including conflicts involving Iran, Russia and Ukraine, Sudan, and the Middle East, viewing them through the lens of biblical prophecy. Featured Bible Passages: Revelation 6:7-8 – The opening of the fourth seal and the riding of the pale horse. Connect & Support: Visit the Deliverance Center: Join us at the red brick building on 15th Avenue, just south of Osborne Road in downtown Phoenix, Arizona. Live Services: Thursday and Friday nights at 7:00 PM. Ladies' Night: Tuesdays at 6:30 PM. Monthly Healing Service: Held on the last Friday of every month. Schedules & Zoom Deliverance: Can't make it in person? Participate in our weekly healing and deliverance Zoom services on Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday evenings. Visit hardcorechristianity.com for links and schedules. Need Counsel or Prayer? Call Brother Mike directly at 602-636-5800 to discuss your spiritual calling and path to deliverance. Support the show: https://hardcorechristianity.com/donations/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If Wishes Were Horses (Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (DS9), S1 E16) was recommended by Rugger (They/Them), who said: This is the episode where the crew of DS9 figured out their chemistry. The plot doesn't matter and just strings together the hijinks. But this is the episode where the crew really enjoys each other—where they become a team.If Wishes Were Horses first aired on May 16, 1993, written by story by Nell McCue Crawford & William L. Crawford, teleplay by Nell McCue Crawford, William L. Crawford and Michael Piller, and directed by Robert LegatoDeep Space Nine is put in jeopardy when the crew's thoughts manifest themselves, and such figures as Rumpelstiltskin appear.The Joy of Trek is hosted by Khaki & Kay, with editing & production by Chief Engineer Greg and music by Fox Amoore (Bandcamp | Bluesky)Send us your recommendations, or support us on Patreon.Find us at joyoftrek.com · Twitter · Facebook

In this episode, Drs. Katie Larson and Sherri Gard joined us to discuss how they became involved in organized veterinary medicine. Through her work with the Virginia VMA, Dr. Gard has had the opportunity to influence state legislation. Dr. Larson has served on the Horses at Risk working group for The Foundation for the Horse, as well as vice president and president of the New Hampshire VMA.The Business of Practice podcast is brought to you by CareCredit.This information is shared solely for your convenience. You are urged to consult with your individual advisors with respect to any information presented.Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 144:Hosts: Dr. Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedInGuests: Drs. Katie Larson and Sherri GardPodcast Website: The Business of Practice

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Welcome to the second episode of the Coach's Corner Series! Today's episode is the second episode in our Coach's Corner series, and this is where I am sitting down with our just incredible functional health coaches, functional health practitioners from the Vital Spark coaching team, and we are exploring some of the most common questions, topics, challenges, things that we see come up in the world of health and wellness.  One of my favorite things about these conversations and this opportunity to be able to do these interviews with our coaching team, is that it really gives you all the opportunity to learn from the women who are in the trenches with our clients day in, day out. And while across our whole team, we, we share the same philosophies and approaches to functional health.  Each coach really does bring their own unique experience, expertise, and just unique perspectives to the table. And so I'm excited for you all to be able to hear that. Today I am joined by Coach Olivia or Coach Liv. And we are going to talk all about blood sugar and this is a topic that is one that more people need to be diving into because it's definitely one that is often overlooked.  This is a game changer when it comes to functional health so Coach Liv will give you not only the physiology but tactical steps you can take to improve blood sugar and your overall health.   Time Stamps:   (1:40) Coach Liv and Blood Sugar (4:30) Blood Sugar Regulation Red Flags (7:54) Cortisol and Blood Sugar (10:55) Where To Start With Monitoring Blood Sugar (14:20) Coaching Strategies with Blood Sugar (24:00) Ideal Metrics for Blood Sugar --------------------- Find Out More Information on Vital Spark Coaching --------------------- Follow @vanessagfitness on Instagram for daily fitness tips & motivation.  --------------------- Download Our FREE Metabolism-Boosting Workout Program --------------------- Join the Women's Metabolism Secrets Facebook Community for 25+ videos teaching you how to start losing fat without hating your life! --------------------- Click here to send me a message on Facebook and we'll see how I can help or what best free resources I can share! --------------------- Interested in 1-on-1 Coaching with my team of Metabolism & Hormone Experts? Apply Here! --------------------- Check out our Youtube Channel! --------------------- Enjoyed the podcast? Let us know what you think and leave a 5⭐️ rating and review on iTunes!

HITM: Join us as we celebrate episode 4000 with our listeners in a live Zoom call. We hear from many of you and take a look back at the last 16 years. Thank you all for taking this ride with us! Listen in...AUDITOR POST SHOW: We hang out with the Auditors on Zoom.HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 4000– Show Notes and Links:Hosts: Jamie Jennings of Flyover Farm and Glenn the GeekJamie and Glenn's Amazon StoreTitle Sponsor: WERM FlooringGuest: Many of you!Sponsor: Spalding Labs Fly Predators Coupon: HRN10 for 10% off your first order.Additional support for this podcast provided by: Equine Network and Listeners Like You

DEBATECON 8 will be in DALLAS on July 25/26th! Grab tickets now: https://events.eventnoire.com/e/debatecon-8-by-modern-day-debate Debate Jay Dyer in a 10v1 on Monday, July 27th in Dallas on, "Is the E.O. Church the most similar to the early church?" Sign up here: https://forms.gle/AAP3F9gU9t5jGhMAA Use code MODERNDAYDEBATE at PharmEasyBank for an extra 20% OFF your discounted order—get Ivermectin, Fenbendazole, Hydroxychloroquine, Amoxicillin, and more at https://pharmeasybank.com/moderndaydebate LINKS TO GUESTS: @IronHorse1722 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Are you blindly plugging AI tools into your freight operations without a second thought, or worse, letting shadow AI compromise your organization's most sensitive data? NMFTA's Director of Cybersecurity, Ben Wilkens, is back to give it to you straight about the wild west of AI in the transportation industry! We dive right into the critical differences between foundational AI models and everyday AI tools, the hidden risks of rapid large language model adoption, and why establishing a strict AI governance framework is now a matter of national security. The shift from zero to full AI integration has occurred almost overnight, and if you aren't actively protecting your digital footprint with proper guardrails, you're leaving your trucking company or brokerage vulnerable to bad actors and catastrophic data breaches.  We break down exactly how everyday professionals can utilize the NMFTA's free resources to build a secure tech infrastructure from the ground up, ensuring your data remains your ultimate currency.  Tune in for no-nonsense insights to protect your business, and don't forget to secure your spot at the upcoming NMFTA Cybersecurity Conference in Long Beach to stay ahead of the curve!  To access the 2026 NMFTA Cybersecurity AI Governance Framework, visit https://bit.ly/4wP09cq and complete the form.   About Ben Wilkens Ben Wilkens, CISSP, CCSP, CISM, is a Cybersecurity Principal Engineer at the National Motor Freight Traffic Association, Inc. (NMFTA)™. In his role at NMFTA, Ben spearheads research initiatives and leads teams dedicated to developing cutting-edge cybersecurity technologies, methodologies, and strategies to safeguard information systems and networks. He collaborates extensively with academic institutions, industry partners, and government agencies to advance cybersecurity practices and knowledge. Ben provides expert insights and recommendations to organizations, enhancing their security posture and helping them navigate the constantly evolving landscape of cyber threats. Before joining NMFTA, Ben was a key executive at a third-generation family-owned trucking and logistics company. There, he focused on the strategic integration of technology to improve operational efficiency while ensuring adherence to cybersecurity best practices. With a rare combination of CISSP, CCSP, and CISM certifications alongside an active Class A CDL, Ben brings a unique perspective to the intersection of cybersecurity and transportation. In addition to his extensive experience as an over-the-road driver, he has held roles in dispatch operations, driver management, and brokerage sales. Ben later transitioned to IT and operations support, where he honed his expertise in cybersecurity.  

Allen and RD try Water Hauler by Oil Horse Brewing Co out of Longview Texas. Cheers!----------------------------------#beer #craftbeer #oilhorsebrewing #strikeoutbeer #kolsch #beerreview #craftbeerreviewBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/strikeout-beer--2992189/support.

Everything that happens in horses requires energy. Similarly, every household and business has a budget. When there is enough money, everything is good, and with our horses, if there is enough energy, the horses remain healthy and even thrive. This podcast looks at energy flow like a budget: there is a supply of energy, and there is demand for it to keep the horse functioning. At a cell level, every cell has a function that requires energy: muscles contracting or the brain thinking. In addition, cells also have an energy budget for growth, maintenance, and repair. Finally, the products of metabolism (reactive oxygen species, or ROS) need to be removed, which also incurs a cost. Any added "resistance" to the flow of energy in the cell, such as inflammation and stress, reduces the available energy for the cell's function and maintenance. Timestamps: 0:00 - The basic cause of health in horses. 1:09 - The flow of energy. 4:30 - Oxygen is required for life. 5:36 - Moving one electron from a hydrogen atom to an oxygen atom creates energy that the cell uses. 7:20 - Life is the flow of electrons from hydrogen to oxygen. 8:14 - The vital function of cells. 9:14 - All cell functions have an energy cost, and all cells have an energy budget. 10:30 The cell's vital purpose is determined by its resistance to the flow of energy through the cell. 12:39 - The "sweet spot" of energy flow and energy resistance. 13:16 - The three parts of cell function: vital purpose, growth/maintenance/repair, and stress 17:03 - How can energy flow and resistance in horse cells be changed? 19:37 - Summary: The supply and demand for energy determine the cell's energy potential. ******************************* #horses #veterinary #horseteeth #horsecare #equinedentistry Join us at The Horses Advocate Community page: https://community.thehorsesadvocate.com/yt Dentistry: https://theequinepractice.com/ Horsemanship Dentistry School: https://www.horsemanshipdentistryschool.com/c/information/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheHorsesAdvocate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/horsesadvocate/ Geoff Tucker is a veterinarian and horseman who has worked with horses since 1973, earning his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Cornell University in 1984. Geoff went from mucking stalls as a farmhand to starting his own equine practice. He advocates for the horse by educating horse owners through his vast experience, with an emphasis on dentistry, horsemanship, nutrition, and more.

6 ways to shift midlife belly fat (without counting calories)Wondering why your waistline has changed in your 40s or 50s, despite eating well and exercising regularly? Liz explains how perimenopause hormone shifts can change where we store fat, and why muscle loss, poor sleep, stress and gut health all play a role. She also shares strategies to help improve body composition without obsessing over calories.Plus: practical solutions for hip and joint pain, quality protein powders for active teens, exploring seed oils used in HRT and advice for persistent cold feet and visible veins.In this episode:· How to help hip and joint pain at night· Shifting stubborn weight around the tummy· Safe protein powder for teenagers· Why am I getting persistent cold feet and visible veins?· Supplement advice for circulation issues· Should I be worried about sunflower oils in HRT?Links mentioned in the episode:· What is GTPS?· Read How much protein do women really need?· Creatine· Fish oils· Collagen peptides· Use code LIZLOVES for 15% off Neutrient Curcumin + Boswellia· Ancient + Brave protein blend· The Organic Protein Company· Pycnogenol supplement· Boots Red Vine Leaf Leg Vein Support· Magnesium· Butcher's Broom supplements· Horse chestnut extract· Omega-3s Get in touch with a question for Liz:· Email: podcast@lizearlewellbeing.com· WhatsApp: 07518 471 846More from Liz:· How To Age· A Better Second Half· Follow Liz on Instagram· Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on InstagramHost: Liz EarleProducer: Lynnike Swerts (Fresh Air Production)Content Writer: Lucy ParleyHead of Brand: Ellie SmithSome links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Maddy Playle, Liam Headd and Matt Rennie as they review the biggest stories from the past week in the world of horse racing.Cheltenham has introduced five changes aimed at improving its race starts. Will they make a real difference when the Festival returns in March? The panel gives its verdict.Joanna Walsh claimed Irish Oaks glory in the absence of stablemate Thundering On, while Joseph O'Brien continues his remarkable run of success. The Front Page team discusses where his stable stars could be heading next.Also on this week's show, the team looks ahead to this weekend's King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes, a race with a truly international feel. Can Calandagan defend his crown and win the race for a second consecutive year?

Racing in Ireland this evening is in Ballinrobe (20th July 2026). The feature is the €20,000 Tote.ie Everyday is a Money Back Day Handicap. With a preview, here's George McDonagh.

Jason looks back at the thrilling Haskell Stakes day at Monmouth along with opening weekend at Del Mar. 

What's our response when we are betrayed or when find ourselves as the betrayer?1st Homily for the 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time, July 18, 2026

“I want someone who has regrets. I want someone who's learned the hard way. I want someone who understands that life is made of those messy compromises.” — Joel Christensen on the Odysseus he hopes to see in Matt Damon Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey is out — the controversial movie of the year, much of the controversy raging before anyone had seen a frame. So, before either of us had seen the epic, I talked to the CUNY classicist Joel Christensen, author of the timely Why Odysseus? Survivor, Scoundrel, (Anti)hero. What, I asked Christensen, did he most dread about Hollywood's treatment of his beloved Odyssey? His answer: a hero too noble to be interesting. The Odysseus of the epic is a survivor, a scoundrel, an antihero — the master sergeant who does what needs to be done, from engineering the Trojan Horse to making sure Hector's infant son doesn't survive it. Christensen's worry about Matt Damon came down to one word: too likeable. What he wanted instead was a man with regrets — De Niro in Raging Bull rather than anybody noble. So did Christensen get the Odysseus he wanted? Below is his review, written after seeing the film when it came out. Postscript: Joel Christensen's Verdict on the Film Nolan's Odyssey is not Homer's Odyssey. This should be clear to anyone. Nolan faced an almost impossible task well: ancient audiences knew the story already. Modern audiences do not, so he created a ring structure with the beginning union of Penelope and Odysseus anticipating the reunion at the end, also introducing plot elements like the dog Argos and the pin by which Penelope will recognize Odysseus. The film is not Homer. Homer's power is poetry; the film's is image. Some of the images are striking: the scene when Circe turns his men into animals is the most arresting in the whole movie, showing everything that can be done with visceral imagery and a slight adaptation (Circe here is a survivor of sexual assault). The changes made to the plot such as omitting the Phaeacians, Nestor, Laertes, the bed and more are not as jarring as some of the general decisions. Calling “Zeus' Law” “do unto others…” makes an understandable translation to a Christian context, but it is somewhat nonsensical for Homer. Depicting a mutilated Helen is a strange decision that I am struggling with. What the movie gets right is making humans responsible for their own suffering. In a novel take on Odysseus as a traumatized warrior, the hero spends seven years with Calypso eating Lotus to forget the loss of his men. Damon, too likeable, regrets the trick of the Trojan Horse after witnessing the slaughter during the sack of Troy. We find out as well that the “sea people” from history, bringing an end to the “civilization” are actually the Greeks returning from the Trojan War and suffering for the transgressions they committed there. Is this ending an echo of Zeus' plan to end the race of heroes in the Trojan War? Is it an allegory for our civilizational collapse in the future thanks to technology, environmental catastrophe, and fascism? Any potential social critique dissipates with the movie's end. The traumatized veteran turns out to be merciful and kills only some of the suitors, showing many mercy. Then, guilty of violating “Zeus' Law”, Odysseus happily goes into exile with Penelope, leaving Telemachus to be king. There's no way to make Homer's Odyssey into a film and convey all its ambiguity and depth. That would be an unfair expectation. Nolan's film is a compelling spectacle and it makes me wonder more about how it reflects who we are as an audience. Do we need the hero to be ultimately good, even if he messed up? Are we so simple that we need to hear about Zeus' Law and the Sea People so repetitively? I fear that in this age where fiction and fact are so hard to disentangle, that we long for narratives that are just simpler. We don't get the Odyssey we want; we get the one we deserve. Five Takeaways •       A Complicated Man: The Translation Problem. Every word of Homer carries echoes no English can hold, and the fights over Nolan's dialogue replay the fights over translation. Emily Wilson detonated a controversy by rendering polytropos — poly, many; tropos, turn — as “a complicated man,” alluding at once to Odysseus's travels and the many forms of his character; Daniel Mendelsohn's “man of roundabout ways” does the work too, if you can stop thinking about rotaries. Even the objection to Tom Holland's Telemachus saying “dad” collapses on inspection: Telemachus uses the colloquial form in Homer. And the “authentic” dialect purists want was an artificial amalgam that no ancient Greek ever spoke. •       The Culture Wars Come for Homer. Nobody remembers a brouhaha over Wolfgang Petersen's Troy — a pretty bad movie, Christensen notes — but Nolan's Odyssey generates more controversy than a scholar can track daily. Lupita Nyong'o's Helen is attacked as inauthentic by one side and as cultural appropriation by the other; since 2015, classicists have watched the Western tradition weaponized by the alt-right while their own field argues about who owns it. Christensen's advice channels the epic itself: between Scylla and Charybdis, take Scylla. You'll lose six men. The alternative is losing the ship — and if the story doesn't persuade in three hours, nobody will remember the armor anyway. •       The Valence of Violence. Modern audiences are more accustomed to represented violence than any in history — you don't need Natural Born Killers when Twitter serves unverifiable clips from Gaza and Iran. The question Christensen brings to the film is what the violence is for. Uberto Pasolini's The Return gave Ralph Fiennes's Odysseus a steady, untroubled thump of arrows; the epic's own slaughter of the suitors, read closely, approaches Tarantino-adjacent parody. And the hardest tests are the atrocities the adaptations always cut: the mutilation of the goatherd Melanthius, and Telemachus hanging the enslaved women. Does the violence glorify the hero — or show what even the best of us are capable of? •       Keep Penelope Ambiguous. The great interpretive question of the Odyssey is when Penelope knows the beggar is her husband — the suitors, dead in the underworld, are convinced she was in on it all along. The epic grants her remarkable intelligence and agency, then reins it in: Agamemnon's ghost praises her by way of insulting all women, and she vanishes from the text. Christensen's advice to Nolan wouldn't be Margaret Atwood's Penelopiad, which centers the women's voices; it would be more screen time and total ambiguity — no access to her mind, a wife who matches her husband in wits and may even have outwitted him. Though based on Nolan's arc, he doubts we'll get a woman at the center. •       Survivor, Scoundrel, (Anti)hero. Christensen's worry about Matt Damon was simple: too likable. Odysseus is the master sergeant — the one who takes the hard orders, tricks Achilles into the war, engineers the Horse, and makes sure Hector's infant son doesn't survive to rebuild Troy. The ancient hero is neither good nor ...

Helena Stormanns' story is a remarkable one. She belongs to a generation of horsemen and horsewomen who learned their craft through hard work, observation, and years of experience. Before she ever rode ponies, she was mucking out stables at her local riding school. Before owning her first competition horse, she was riding ponies that belonged to other people.After competing at the highest level for many years—including appearances in Grand Prix classes and at the World Championships—Helena chose a different path. Rather than pursuing her own competitive ambitions, she dedicated herself to helping the next generation of riders reach theirs.Today, she is one of those exceptional coaches whose influence extends far beyond the arena. She has guided—and continues to guide—some of the sport's finest riders, including Jessica Springsteen, Michael Duffy, Petronella Andersson, and, more recently, the incredibly talented Nina Mallevaey.What struck us most throughout this conversation was not only Helena's depth of knowledge, but also her humility, her generosity, and the clarity with which she speaks about horses, riders, and the sport itself.We left this interview inspired, and we truly hope you will too.If you enjoy this episode, we'd love to hear from you. Feel free to send us a message on Instagram or Facebook and tell us which idea, lesson, or moment resonated with you the most.And before we dive into today's conversation, I'd also like to thank you for your continued support. Thank you for listening, for sharing the podcast, and for all the kind messages you send us. If you haven't already, don't forget to follow us on Instagram, where you'll find behind-the-scenes content, exclusive photos, and highlights from our conversations with some of the most inspiring horse people in our sport.--I am an Equestrian est le premier podcast pour les passionnés d'équitation et de sports équestres. On interviewe les plus grandes cavaliers, hommes et femmes de chevaux. Déjà plus de 140 épisodes

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The permutations of when a horse and a donkey (male and female and the reverse) mate -- and whether their progeny is allowed to mate. Or are their progeny in violation of "kilayim" -- even the generation later? Also, the "koy" -- is it a creation unto itself or is it kilayim?

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In this episode brought to you by Farnum Endure Gold Killer Fly & Mosquito Control, Heather Wallace and Natalie Keller Reinert explore the challenges and opportunities in the equestrian industry, focusing on boarding facilities, costs, sustainability, and innovative solutions to keep the sport accessible and thriving.Keywordsequestrian industry, boarding facilities, horse boarding costs, sustainability, horse sport economics, horse community, equestrian business modelsKey TopicsThe rising costs of horse boarding and its impact on ridersInnovative boarding models like dry stalls and self-care optionsThe importance of community and collaboration in the horse industryEconomic challenges faced by large and small barnsPotential for nonprofit and grassroots initiatives to support amateursThe influence of real estate and land ownership on facility sustainabilityThe role of regulation, licensing, and legal issues in boarding facilitiesStrategies for affordability and accessibility in horse sportsUpcoming Events:August 1, 2027, Equestrian Book Market and Fair with Natalie and Heather. August 1, 2026 from 11am to 2pm. Rutledge Ridge Farm: 2301 Rutledge Road, Fallston, MD 21047. Join us and other amazing authors!November 12-15 Equine Affaire, MA. Adulting with Horses Podcast booth in the Better Living Center.August 20, 2027 "Hijinks on the High Seas" Cruise with Heather and Natalie. Register here. (Horse husbands very welcome!)Links:www.adultingwithhorsespodcast.comInstagram @adultingwithhorsespodcastTwitter @AdultingHorsesFacebook Group, The Clubhouse: https://www.facebook.com/groups/adultingwithhorsespodcast/Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AdultingWithHorsesPodcastThank you for being a little weird with us, horse girl! If you like what you hear make sure to subscribe to the podcast on your player of choice, join our Adulting with Horses Clubhouse on Facebook where you can become part of the show! Also, it's a great place to meet other horse crazy women. Thanks and see you next time!If you like what you hear but want a little more, become a Patreon member for extra bonus episodes, behind-the-scenes content with video, and more! https://www.patreon.com/AdultingWithHorsesPodcast

We are joined by author Susan Friedland to discuss her new book, Swirl: My Wild Island Pony, and we catch up with Auditor Alex Sherman in our "Where are they now?" segment to hear about her journey into bodybuilding. Don't forget, our milestone 4000th episode is coming up this Sunday night at 8pm ET and some Realli Bad Adz. Listen in...HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3999 – Show Notes and Links:Hosts: Jamie Jennings of Flyover Farm and Glenn the GeekJamie and Glenn's Amazon Store4000th Episode ZoomTitle Sponsor: Kentucky Performance ProductsPic Credit: Susan Friedland andGuest: Susan Friedland on her new book…. Swirl: My Wild Island PonyGuest: Auditor Alex ShermanSpalding Labs Fly Predators Coupon: HRN10 for 10% off your first order. Additional support for this podcast provided by: My New Horse, Equine Network and Listeners Like YouTime Stamps: 02:14 - Sunday night live Zoom details04:26 - Friday Horse of the Week: Fluorescent Adolescent06:49 - Daily Winnies10:48 - Author interview: Susan Friedland & “Swirl: My Wild Island Pony”23:24 - Chincoteague Pony Swim events & book signings23:32 - “Where Are They Now” with auditor Alex Sherman (from jockey to bodybuilder)32:37 - Really Bad Ads 50:43 - Transition into full post-show replay51:12 - Guess the Sound game with Lucas

Is a horse's route to a championship as important as its destination? As we build towards Aachen, Sam Watson joins Nicole for one of these deep-dive overview shows, and this one gets right to the heart of how the modern event horse is made and managed. The days of one road to a championship are gone. Now riders are picking their own paths, saving legs, choosing four-star over five-star, and building form lines that don't always line up neatly against each other. Sam has the EquiRatings numbers to prove it, and they tell a story that goes well beyond selection headaches. Because underneath the championship talk sits a bigger question. Has the type of horse we're producing actually changed? And if it has, what does that mean for the long format, for injury risk, and for the future shape of the sport? Highlights Five-star starts on the decline Rethinking the championship form line The 33% drop in long-format numbers What a "Horse of the Year" ranking could look like Cost, ownership and the lorry park economy Should young horses get their own showcase at the biggest venues? Guests Sam Watson – EquiRatings co-founder and 5-Star eventer, bringing the data behind the sport's biggest trends This episode is supported by FLAIR Strips, the vet-developed, drug-free nasal strips proven to help horses breathe more easily and recover faster, worn by riders across disciplines.  Find out more at flairstrips.com.

This Week on In Stride Sinead Halpin-Maynard sits down with professional event rider Booli Selmayr to talk about the grief that first sent her out for a run, the injury that nearly ended everything, and why she believes "treating yourself like an athlete" is the missing piece for riders at every level.Meet the Guest: Booli Selmayr Booli Selmayr is a professional event rider and trainer based at Fox Race Farm in Millbrook, New York, where she runs Fox Valley Sport Horses, now celebrating its 10-year anniversary. She came up through Pony Club and fox hunting before completing her first CCI5* at 34, aboard her longtime partner Millfield Lancando at the Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event. She has since built a reputation for pairing serious horsemanship with serious athletic training as a runner, CrossFit athlete, and creator of the "Ride the Pace" cross-country clinic.In This Episode, Sinead and Booli Discuss:Why losing her best friend to cancer, and later another close friend, first sent her out for a run, and how that grew into a full lifestyleWhy treating yourself like an athlete, whether that means tracking your food or fueling properly for competition, matters just as much as time in the tackHer "against, on, and with the horse" framework for rider balance, and why real strength, not just being light, makes horses safer and more secureBuilding Fox Valley Sport Horses from a mostly fox-hunting string into a full eventing program over 10 years, and the confidence it took to bet on herselfEpisode SponsorConnaway & Associates The friendly and knowledgeable team at Connaway & Associates brings together more than 30 years of experience to offer a wide range of insurance services, including horse insurance, farm insurance, and liability insurance.Visit www.connaway.net or call 501-868-8084 to explore your options.Equine Emergency Vet Care Guide Created by equine veterinarian Dr. Erica Lacher, the Equine Emergency Vet Care Guide app helps horse owners recognize the signs of a true emergency, know when to call the vet, and understand what to do while help is on the way.Download from the App Store or Google Play at EquineEmergencyApp.comIn Stride Is Brought to You by Ride iQRide iQ helps everyday riders ride with more clarity, confidence, and purpose through on-demand audio lessons from world-class coaches.Members also get:Weekly live Q&As with equestrian expertsExclusive podcast episodesDressage test prep resourcesA supportive learning communityStart your free 14-day trial at Ride-iQ.com

We're talking about miniature horses in classrooms and why one Portland EMT's fight against cameras in ambulances has gotten national attention. Plus, we've got a family-friendly guide to Seaside, Oregon. Joining host Claudia Meza are Willamette Week arts and culture reporter Rachel Saslow and our very own senior producer Giulia Fiaoni. Discussed in today's episode: Hay, did you know: Mini horses can be service animals in Portland Public Schools classrooms [Oregonian] Cameras are starting to record patients in ambulances. Oregon EMT says she was fired for turning them off [Oregonian] Embrace Kitschy Family Fun at the Coast With a Trip to Seaside [Willamette Week] Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up ⁠here⁠. Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at ⁠portland@citycast.fm⁠, or leave us a voicemail at ⁠503-208-5448⁠. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our ⁠morning newsletter⁠ and be sure to follow us on ⁠Instagram⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at ⁠citycast.fm/advertise⁠. We're doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We'd be grateful if you took the survey at ⁠citycast.fm/survey⁠—it's only 7 minutes long. You'll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast Portland swag. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 17th episode: SAIF Grand Central Bakery pFriem Beer

President Trump is set to speak tonight, focusing on his belief that the 2020 election was stolen and possibly raising the idea that foreign countries were involved. News 12 just had major layoffs as of yesterday. Former Special Counsel Jack Smith could be in serious legal trouble for reportedly obtaining text messages from 44 members of Congress, along with several Trump allies, advocates, and Republican Party figures. There's even talk that he could face a perjury charge. GOP candidate for Governor Bruce Blakeman may face an uphill battle against Governor Hochul, especially with the big money and donations backing her. Mark shares reasons why Blakeman might be short on campaign funds. Mark takes your calls. Mark interviews WOR weeknight host Jimmy Failla. Jimmy and Mark talk about a dinner they attended earlier this week with writer Mark Malkoff, who authored a book on Johnny Carson. Jimmy reflects on how remembering Carson makes him think about his own path as a media host and comedian. The Rolling Stones are still looking sharp for their age, and Mick Jagger recently said he doesn't think Bruce Springsteen should bring politics into his concerts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The conversation explores the history behind the Albert City Threshermen Show, now celebrating its 55th year, and why thousands of visitors continue traveling from across the United States—and even internationally—to experience farming as it once was. You'll hear about: Live wheat harvesting demonstrations Antique combines and threshing machines Steam engines and prairie tractors Horse-powered farming equipment Blacksmith and woodworking demonstrations Corn shelling and sawmill operations The famous 60 Minutes of Farming demonstration Family activities for all ages The annual Wheat Run and Old Power Roundup Why preserving agricultural history matters for future generations The episode also shares stories about multi-generational volunteers, restored equipment over 100 years old, and the passion required to keep agricultural history alive. Want Farm4Profit Merch? Custom order your favorite items today!https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/ Don't forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website: www.Farm4Profit.comShareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.comEmail address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.comCall/Text: 515.207.9640Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5XqwFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/Farm4Profit Media is not a financial, legal, or tax advisor. Content is provided for informational purposes only, and we serve solely as a platform for third-party opinions. Any actions taken based on this content are at your own risk. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kendra Clarke, rider biomechanics expert, joins us to share about how rider biomechanics can affect your horse's health and performance! She'll be exhibiting at Equine Affaire this fall, so make sure to visit her booth for a hands-on evaluation and learn more about how you can become a better rider. Glenn & Allison chat about all the updates for Equine Affaire in Massachusetts, including tickets going on sale, applications opening for the Versatile Horse & Rider Competition and the Breed Bonanza, and lots more.Horses in the Morning Episode 3998 - Show Notes & Links: Hosts: Allison Rehnborg and Glenn the GeekTitle Sponsor: Equine Affaire and Endure Gold Killer Fly & Mosquito ControlGuest: Kendra Clarke of K. Clarke EquineTickets for MassachusettsRaffleVersatile Horse and Rider CompetitionBreed BonanzaTo subscribe, search Horses in the Morning OR Equine Affaire in your favorite podcast player!Equine Affaire on FacebookHorses In The Morning on FacebookTIMESTAMPS:02:56 - Coat colors & markings poll06:08 - Least-favorite colors (no grays)10:10 - MA Equine Affaire tickets on sale12:23 - Versatile Horse & Breed Bonanza apps13:18 - Ride with a Pro update16:03 - Introducing Kendra Clark17:23 - What is rider biomechanics?21:25 - Biomechanics & horse soundness23:34 - Fixing bad rider habits25:01 - Carriage driving biomechanics27:15 - Racewood simulator explained33:06 - Raffle prize & Kendra's info

UFC 329 was a major flop after Conor McGregor blew out his knee in record speed and Paddy the Baddy is back (00:00:00-00:12:53). We talk World Cup and its the best 4 teams in the semis as people are mad about red cards and it may finally be coming home for England (00:12:53-00:24:24). We talk some national sports podcast topics, Madden 99 leaked, Wimbledon and more (00:24:24-00:38:41). Who's back of the week including guys getting trucked by Bisons, Big Cat getting his big check at Wrigley, and our guy Mardy Fish wins the American Century Championship (00:38:41-00:59:06). Tony Romo joins the show to talk football, his career, the Wisconsin Dells, his famous Pizza Hut hat, the noises he makes on the broadcast, favorite interceptions and more (00:59:06-02:07:47). We finish with the Mt Rushmore of guys wed want to see ride a horse.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Netflix. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/pardon-my-take

Headline: Roman Stability, the Horse, and the Fragility of Empires Guest: Professor Peter Frankopan Book Title:The Earth Transformed: An Untold History During the Roman Warm Period, Rome benefited from nearly 300 years of environmental stability, which Frankopan characterizes as "getting lucky." This period of low volcanic activity allowed for predictable budgets, institutional growth, and the city's transformation from brick to marble. However, the narrative shifts to the "magical" role of the horse in Central Asia. Frankopan describes horses as sacred animals and military assets that allowed humans to cover vast distances, ultimately enabling the Huns to dismantle the Roman infrastructure. He emphasizes that large, specialized empires are often brittle; a single failure in trade or water systems can lead to a "doom spiral" of famine and disease. Modern cities like Dubai, with only 24 hours of water reserves, mirror the fragilities of ancient Uruk or Nineveh. Finally, Frankopan reflects on biblical stories, like the Garden of Eden and the flood, as early lessons on the need for humans to live sustainably within a potentially hostile environment. (3)1930 CALDWELL IDAHO DUSTBOWL