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We're back with a bunch of games and gaming news, including a look back at one of the more influential entries in the RPG Maker sphere, Belgium post-modern RPG OFF! We had a really good time with this one.Thank you so much as always for listening, please rate and review the podcast, and tell all your friends on whatever social media you call home that they should check us out. See you next month!Send us questions about our game clubs, other games, or gaming in general to abnormalmappingpodcast@gmail.com!If you would like to support us please visit patreon.com/abnormalmapping for exclusive podcasts!Things Discussed: physical games are dead, Double Fine freed, thoughts on Rare, Halo: Combat Evolved, Quake 2, Jackson's Kingdom Hearts document, Touhou 5 Mystic Square, Proverbs, Kamaitachi no Yoru, OFF, Next Month's Game Club: Before the Green MoonMusic this EpisodePepper Steak by Stay in Your Coma byFake Orchestra byAvatar Beat by

Nathan Cofnas* is an American postdoctoral researcher at Ghent University in Belgium, focusing on the philosophy of biology and ethics, with a particular interest in scientific and ethical controversies connected with evolution-informed social science. After publishing an article detailing the truth about plagiarist and fabulist, Jason Arday (now deceased), Cofnas was subject to mass condemnation and protest. He was vilified as a racist and suspended by Ghent University, under investigation for "discrimination." Meghan Murphy speaks with him about his work, his views on DEI, and the backlash he received in response to his article. *A glitch on Nathan's end meant his video is missing for the first minute+ of this interview. The problem is rectified at around 01:30 minutes.The Same Drugs is on X⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @thesamedrugs_⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Meghan Murphy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is on X ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@meghanemurphy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @meghanemilymurphy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Find The Same Drugs merch at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Fourthwall⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support this podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠with a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠donation⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Become a subscriber to gain early access to every episode and exclusive access to bonus content. Don't forget to click that "follow" button to ensure you don't miss a single episode!

Prince Harry blew through a hundred million Netflix dollars on shows nobody watches and now wants his old bedroom back at the palace, which David and Brad note is a rough way to test the theory that you can never go home again. Meanwhile in Belgium, a 26 year old car salesman named Clement Vandenkerckhove gets a DNA test and a royal title, becoming a literal prince the same week Harry becomes a metaphorical pauper. Up at Penn State, a Sigma Chi and Delta Upsilon joint venture turns out to have been running a multimillion dollar cocaine operation, which the guys generously concede is at least ambitious for a fraternity. And in Massachusetts, hundreds of women in pink gather outside a courthouse to defend a mother who strangled her three children, which David and Brad call it what it is: evil, and a society that's started cheering it on.

Luxembourg is one of Europe's least likely little states — a tiny Grand Duchy wedged between France, Germany, and Belgium that punches absurdly above its weight. It's clean, green, multilingual, and eye-wateringly wealthy: a place of clifftop old towns, fairy-tale castles, subterranean fortresses, and surprisingly wild hiking country. Think of it as the jewelry box of Europe — beautiful, orderly, and, frankly, rather pricey. Love the pod? Get the guide! Out with each new podcast, we publish a guide to the country. Buy the TrodPod guide to Luxembourg just $3: https://www.patreon.com/c/trodpod/shop. Better yet, become a TrodPod member for just $5 a month and access TrodPod guides to every country in the world, released weekly with each new podcast episode! Sign up now: https://www.patreon.com/trodpod/membershipThanks for all your support!TrodPod is Murray Garrard and Elle Keymer. Sound editing by Leo Audio Productions. Design and marketing by GPS: Garrard Powell Solutions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Communicable, Amy Legg (Brisbane, Australia), Rekha Pai Mangalore (Melbourne, Australia) & Angela Huttner (Geneva, Switzerland) return for the third part of the ‘We will make you love PK/PD' series. The hosts are joined by two experts, Amanda Gwee (Melbourne, Australia) & Sebastian Wicha (Hamburg, Germany), to dive into an important application of PK/PD: model-informed precision dosing (MIPD), and how it allows for more informed, individualised dosing decisions. The episode also covers the open-access educational tools, KidsCalc and TDMx, developed by Gwee and Wicha respectively, and the steps clinicians can take to put MIPD into practice, keeping the individual patient at the centre of dosing decisions.Resources TDMx, https://www.tdmx.eu/KidsCalc, https://www.kidscalc.org/Further readingBroeker A, et al. Towards precision dosing of vancomycin: a systematic evaluation of pharmacometric models for Bayesian forecasting. CMI 2019. DOI: 10.1016/j.cmi.2019.02.029Brusamarello C, et al. How important are MIC determination methods when targeting vancomycin levels in patients with Staphylococcus aureus infections? J Antimicrob Chemother 2021. DOI: 10.1093/jac/dkab065De Cock PA, et al. Bedside model-informed precision dosing of vancomycin in severely ill neonates and children in Belgium (the BENEFICIAL trial): a multicentre, randomised controlled trial. Lancet Child Adolesc Health 2026. DOI: 10.1016/S2352-4642(25)00385-2  Gwee A, et al. Identifying a therapeutic target for vancomycin against staphylococci in young infants. J Antimicrob Chemother 2022. DOI: 10.1093/jac/dkab469Haiping X, et al. Model-informed precision dosing of vancomycin in children 3 months to 18 years of age using Australia-wide data. Antimicrob Agents Chemother 2026. DOI: 10.1128/aac.01840-25  Harwood K, et al. Refining Absolute GFR Estimation in Children: Development and Validation of the GROW-GFR Equation. Front Pharmacol 2026. Minichmayr IK, et al. Model-informed precision dosing: State of the art and future perspectives. Adv Drug Deliv Rev 2024. DOI: 10.1016/j.addr.2024.115421Starp J, et al. Towards model-informed precision dosing of intravenous linezolid: a multicentre external evaluation of pharmacokinetic models in critically ill adults. CMI 2026. DOI: 10.1016/j.cmi.2025.08.032Wilkins AL, et al. Individualized vancomycin dosing in infants: prospective evaluation of an online dose calculator. Int J Antimicrob Agents 2023. DOI: 10.1016/j.ijantimicag.2023.106728 US National Kidney Foundation for different equations for kidney function estimates as related to drug dosing – estimating kidney function for medication related decisions: Frequently Asked Questions | National Kidney Foundation

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Subscribe to Throwing Fits on Patreon. The kids are alright. This week, James is Zooming in from Greece one last time to chat with Lawrence about our screening and live podcast even next Tuesday, breaking your shoes in front of the 9-year-old you are also collecting rocks for, do you have the jawline for a YSL ad, Wiz Khalifa style shorts, Milli Vanilli lore, Supreme's CCO the legendary Erin Magee leaves after 22 years and people got mad about diversity, a quick snapshot of the streetwear landscape in 2026, Greek fashion has literally gone hood rich, the Jacquemus bucket hat as a status symbol, the King of Spain's (or is it Belgium's?) favorite gyro, slowly but surely becoming a boat guy despite taking part in a Triangle of Sadness reenactment on the vomit comet, the Millennium Falcon vs. The Maltese Falcon, you're gonna want to avoid single engine helicopters, what Nike's stock collapse can tell us about sneaker culture, Toteme launches menswear but who is it for, inside the mind of a 17-year-old hustlepreneur with a three ticket Richie on the hand, let's explore LARPing, The Shards, Tony, Nick Kyrgios got banned from tennis for doing blow, and much more.

Belgium car salesman becomes a prince? A Sheep ended up in a car wash?

A total solar eclipse passed over Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain, and Bex, Eve and Martha talk through what happened, including Eve's trip to Spain to see it. There's also an 18-year-old in Belgium who uncovered £7.5 million of gold while doing a summer job on a building site, robot cleaners for hire in San Francisco, trainee volunteer firefighter Talara as hero of the week, and a big debate on whether there's too much football. Plus the audiobook shortlist for The Week Junior Book Awards, Catherine Doyle on this week's Book of the Week, Believe, and your chance to win a copy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Breaking down the Team USA roster. Who is the favorite to win it all? Are there any dark horses or sleepers? All of that and more with Helen Williams and Richard Cohen. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ryan Jack joins Si Ferry, Slaney and Andy Halliday to review a big week of European Football for Scottish Clubs as Celtic have one foot in the Champions League after an impressive 3-0 win over LASK with Rangers still having work to do following their 1-0 win over Jablonec at Ibrox after they went down to 10-men due to Cammy Devlin's red card.We also discuss a massive away result for Hibs as they kept a clean sheet over in Belgium against Gent to take back a 0-0 draw to Easter Road while their rivals Hearts were so close to a 1st leg victory over Rapid Vienna after a James Wilson wonder strike but a late equaliser saw the game finish 2-2 at Tynecastle.The lads chat about Motherwell's valiant effort against last season's Europa League Finalists, Freiburg and also look ahead to the first Dundee Derby of the season at Tannadice! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bongani Bingwa speaks with Adam Gilchrist about a French civil servant who was allegedly drugged and forced to urinate on himself, a woman who was dragged from her tent and mauled to death by a bear just a day after getting engaged, and a Belgian car salesman who has become a prince after his royal parentage was confirmed. 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station. Bongani makes sense of the news, interviews the key newsmakers of the day, and holds those in power to account on your behalf. The team bring you all you need to know to start your day Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa broadcast on 702: https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/36edSLV or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/zEcM35T Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio7See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bongani Bingwa speaks with Adam Gilchrist about a French civil servant who was allegedly drugged and forced to urinate on himself, a woman who was dragged from her tent and mauled to death by a bear just a day after getting engaged, and a Belgian car salesman who has become a prince after his royal parentage was confirmed. 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station. Bongani makes sense of the news, interviews the key newsmakers of the day, and holds those in power to account on your behalf. The team bring you all you need to know to start your day Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa broadcast on 702: https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/36edSLV or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/zEcM35T Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio7See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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J. Patrick Galleher is the CEO & Managing Partner of Boxwood Partners, an investment bank headquartered in Jupiter, FL, where he leads transactions for Boxwood's M&A advisory services.   Over the past 25 years, Patrick has led sell-side transactions on over 70 engagements. At Boxwood Partners, he and his team focus on transactions in the lower middle market between $50-$500m in Enterprise Value. Since 2011, Boxwood has successfully completed over 35 Franchisor sell-side transactions, assisting founder and private equity-owned businesses to find strategic or private equity partners for their next stage of growth.   Prior to joining Boxwood, Patrick was CEO of WILink plc (WLK:LSE), a global financial communications and compliance business which is headquartered in London, with operations in the United State, Canada, United Kingdom, Continental Europe, and Sweden. Through its IPO in 2000, Patrick became the youngest CEO on the London Stock Exchange. In 2006, he successfully led the Company through a public-to-private transaction with SVIP, a NYC-based private equity group, and delisting it from the London Stock Exchange.   Patrick made a minority investment in sweetFrog Franchising, LLC in 2012. During his investment, sweetFrog grew from 15 locations to over 380 locations. In 2015, Patrick stepped in as Chairman & CEO, until completing a successful transaction with MTY / Kahala Brands in September of 2018.   Patrick served on the Board of Directors for Issuer Direct (ISDR:NYSE), since 2014. He was Chairman of the Strategic Advisory and Compensation Committees. Patrick holds a B.S. in Business Administration from the University of Richmond, where he played golf for the Spiders. He also holds a degree from the London Business School, as well as attending the Centre for Creative Leadership (CCL) in Belgium. He is a founder of the Virginia Chapter of Young President's Organization (YPO), member of CEO.org and the former Finance Chair of the Southeast U.S. and Caribbean (SEC) Region of YPO.

Hour 3 (8.18) ZZ Top drummer Frank Beard dies at 77 as Tim remembers his legacy. Plus, workers uncover $9 million in hidden gold, two American Airlines jets share the same flight number, and Dolly Parton offers a new health update. 8:05 PM Tim pays tribute to ZZ Top drummer Frank Beard, who died at age 77 after more than five decades with the band. He also covers the discovery of a €9 million stash of gold hidden inside a cellar wall in Belgium, fossils uncovered during construction of Metro's D Line extension, and erosion at The Wedge revealing long-buried infrastructure. 8:20 PM Tim hosts a guessing game built around a news story involving egg retrieval at a fertility clinic and some surprising audio. He wonders whether the LA Kings are even interested in the Stanley Cup this season. 8:35 PM Nick Reiner is seeking access to family estate money to help cover legal expenses in the case involving the alleged killings of his parents. Tim also reacts to a startling aviation story in which two American Airlines aircraft were operating under the same flight number before a quick-thinking air traffic controller avoided confusion and kept them safely separated. Newport-Mesa Unified's new e-bike restrictions are also in focus. 8:50 PM Alcohol consumption is declining among younger adults, forcing bars to experiment with nostalgia nights and earlier events aimed at older patrons. Tim discusses whether younger generations are simply replacing alcohol with other habits and wraps up with an update on Dolly Parton's health after the country icon missed a public appearance on doctor's orders. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 (8.18) A customer mailed cash to Langer's Deli because he feared he forgot to tip, while Los Angeles continues leading the nation in cable thefts. Plus, Billy Gardell shares a Tim Conway Sr. story, and Tim reacts to everything from buried fossils to disputed treasure. 9:05 PM Tim digs into why Los Angeles has become the nation's leader in cable and wire thefts. With AT&T, Spectrum, and Verizon all affected, he looks at what's driving the trend and whether copper theft is really as profitable as criminals think. 9:20 PM Actor and comedian Billy Gardell joins Tim to talk about his upcoming Less Is More comedy tour. The Mike & Molly and Bob Hearts Abishola star shares an old Tim Conway Sr. story and previews his guest appearance in Season 2 of Netflix's Leanne, premiering Aug. 27. 9:35 PM Langer's Deli received an unexpected gift from a Texas customer who worried he may have forgotten to leave a tip. Tim gets everyone's guesses before revealing how much money actually arrived in the mail. 9:50 PM Tim pays tribute to ZZ Top drummer Frank Beard. He also covers a disputed gold discovery at a construction site in Belgium, fossils being uncovered during D Line work in Los Angeles, and coastal erosion at The Wedge exposing old pipes and infrastructure along the shoreline. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Did you hear about the workers in Belgium who found millions in gold in an old brewery? They most likely won't get to keep what they found but you know some of em took some bars already lol Who is Ralph Gunt?.... Headlines

Double Tap Double Tap - Ep 475 August 17, 2026 Presented by This episode of Double Tap is brought to you by: Foxtrot Mike (Code: WLSISLIFE) Medical Gear Outfitters (Code: WLSISLIFE) Bowers Group (Code: WLS) Flatline Fiber Co (Code: WLS15) Second Call Defense Giveaways!! GAW   Text Dear WLS or Reviews +1 743 500 2171 Public   Show Titles   Dear WLS WINNER Question from Anonymous Coward from Maryland Hello guys I recently just found you guys on spotify. I live pretty close to river edge tactical. I have a question for you guys. I've been getting pretty hardcore into training. I have a nice plate carrier, gun belt.They're all set up.I have decent rifles and pistols. I cannot find anywhere where I can train and learn and just have fun. I've been to a few ranges close to me And you can't really do anything there as you guys probably know . Just seeing, if you guys know anywhere, or does river edge tactical do that kind of stuff. Thank you Question from Anonymous Coward from Texas I asked this question a year or 2 ago. Jeremy happened to be gone when you read it and you all went “fuck, I don't know. That would be a great question for Jeremy”. So here's hoping he's there when it's read this time.I would like to know what kind of accuracy I can expect from a savage 99 and a Winchester 88. Those are both lever actions without a magazine tube so they can shoot pointy bullets. The biggest part of accuracy is obviously the shooter, but compared to other rifles types of the same age: would you say they are as accurate as other bolt actions or will they still be around the same as other lever actions? If it makes a difference, the calibers I'm leaning towards are .243 and .308. Question from Jaqin Ta'Sox from Virginia Question from Jaqin Ta'Sox: Hello my favorite bundle of sticks. Since u all seem to be masters of firearms and all things related, might u answer this? I am having chicago screws. 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Debating on the polymer sb tactical chassis or the Fletcher hall aluminum chassis. Is there a major pro/con of either (besides price)?Thanks for your deep thought out answer to this manner… -typicalpnwguy Question from Anonymous Coward from Oregon If WLS was a Vine/Reels/Tik Tok or meme, which one would describe you all the best? For me, the Reels where the two dudes are arguing over the witches from Wizard of Oz. Gun Industry News Thefirearmblog HERA Arms CF Coupler 3-Fach / Stern Star-Pattern Magazine Coupler HERA Arms offers the CF MAGAZIN COUPLER 3-FACH / STERN, a base plate that arranges three of its 10-round CF magazines (or compatible Gen-2 H1/H1T magazines) in a radial star pattern around a central hub. This design provides faster magazine transitions compared to traditional linear couplers by allowing quick rotation to the next loaded magazine without sequential order. It is provided as a 3D-printable STL file (Creator_Bodenplatte_3-fach_stern.zip) for non-commercial use and is intended to improve reload efficiency under 10-round magazine capacity restrictions in certain states. The Gist: Availability: Offered as downloadable STL file on hera-arms.de/creator page; referenced in industry coverage published approximately August 10, 2026 Bottom Line: Key specs/features: Compatible with HERA CF 10-round and Gen-2 (H1, H1T) magazines; 3-magazine 120-degree radial/star configuration; central hub design for rapid transitions; magazines not included; observe local laws Thefirearmblog CMP Announces M14 Prices and 1897 Trench Guns The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) will sell surplus semi-auto converted M14 rifles for under $2000 with more than 100000 units available, 2 rifles per person per year limit, and initial sales beginning in 2027. The first batch of 2000-3000 Army shotguns arriving in Fall includes approximately 400 Model 1897 Trench Guns, likely to be auctioned with pricing not stated. Updates also include removal of lifetime purchase limits on certain pistols starting January 1 2027 in favor of 2 per person per year. The Gist: M14 sales begin beginning of 2027; 1897 Trench Guns and other shotguns arrive Fall (2026) Bottom Line: M14: >100000 available, semi-auto converted from full-auto, 2 per person per year limit; 1897: ~400 in first 2000-3000 Army batch, likely auction Thefirearmblog Browning Auto-5 16-Gauge Whippet Shotgun (Bonnie and Clyde) at Rock Island Auction Original Browning Auto-5 16-gauge semi-automatic shotgun manufactured by FN in Belgium circa 1931, shortened by Clyde Barrow with cut-down barrel and stock plus rubber-band mechanism for concealment in a coat. Recovered from the couple's car after their 1934 ambush in Bienville Parish, Louisiana, with visible bullet ricochet on the receiver and matching forensic marks; functions mechanically. Offered by Rock Island Auction Company with provenance directly tied to the Barrow Gang. The Gist: Rock Island Auction Company (current auction, link: https://www.rockislandauction.com/detail/4098/1061/historic-bonnie-clyde-browning-16-ga-auto5-whippet-shotgun) Impact: $375,000 to $650,000 Bottom Line: 16-gauge semi-automatic, shortened barrel and stock, visible ricochet mark on receiver, period identification marks on forearm/stock, recovered from Clyde Barrow's lap at ambush Thefirearmblog Armageddon Gear Gun Slinger Chest Rig Armageddon Gear has released the Gun Slinger Chest Rig, built on their existing Big Game Chest Rig platform. It integrates a secure, adjustable pistol holster with organized storage compartments and a magnetic binocular-access closure, offered in right- and left-hand versions using USA-made double-waxed canvas or AG Camo Nylon Cordura. The design targets hunters and users already wearing chest rigs, providing rattle-free pistol carry alongside rangefinder, phone, and accessory storage. The Gist: Available for purchase via armageddongear.com (announced August 14, 2026) Impact: MSRP $209.99 Bottom Line: Adjustable holster fits full-size semi-auto to compact pistols with retention strap; magnetic silent-fold top for binocular access; organized main compartment (no rattle), side dump pocket, zippered front pocket, rear mesh pocket; right- and left-hand configurations; USA-made with American-sourced materials Guns South Korean Coast Guard Selects Additional KelTec KSG Tactical Shotguns KelTec CNC Industries announced that the Korea Coast Guard has awarded a new contract for its KSG Tactical bullpup shotguns, finalized on June 2, 2026. The agency already fields more than 200 units across its patrol vessel fleet since around 2015, using them in a less-lethal role for maritime interdiction and deterring illegal fishing with rubber and impact rounds. The repeat purchase highlights the platform's proven performance in confined marine environments. The Gist: Contract finalized June 2, 2026 by Korea Coast Guard Headquarters; shotguns to be deployed nationwide across patrol vessels (via partners Civil Arms Inc. and GNW Korea Ltd.) Bottom Line: Compact bullpup configuration with dual magazine tubes for maneuverability and flexibility in confined vessel spaces and less-lethal maritime operations; repeat award after years of service validates field reliability in saltwater conditions Outdoorhub Lapua TRX Ammunition Now Available in US Lapua has introduced its TRX line of lead-free, polymer-tipped mono-metal solid copper hunting ammunition optimized for long-range precision. The bullets are engineered for reliable expansion at lower velocities while delivering strong terminal performance and weight retention at high velocities. Originally launched in 2025 with three calibers, the lineup has expanded to five and is now available stateside. Bottom Line: Lead-free polymer-tipped solid copper mono-metal bullets in five loadings: 6.5 Creedmoor 120 gr, 6.5×55 Swedish 120 gr, .308 Win 150 gr, .30-06 Springfield 165 gr, .300 Win Mag 165 gr; designed for reliable expansion at lower speeds and excellent terminal performance/weight retention at high velocities for long-range hunting Theoutdoorwire Fiocchi of America Pro Staff Member Lanny Barnes Claims High Lady Victory at Rocky Mountain 3-Gun Championship Fiocchi of America Pro Staff shooter Lanny Barnes won 1st Place Lady in the Open division and finished 6th overall at the 2026 Rocky Mountain 3-Gun Championship, held August 7–9 at the NRA Whittington Center in Raton, New Mexico. The match featured nine challenging stages using rifle, pistol, and shotgun across varied terrain. Barnes, a three-time Olympic biathlete (2006, 2010, 2014), has built a strong record in 3-Gun, PCC, IPSC Shotgun, and IPSC Rifle. Fiocchi highlighted her versatility and the role of its consistent, reliable ammunition in competitive performance. The Gist: The Gist (what specifically happened) Lanny Barnes secured

Michael Jung and fischerChipmunk FRH are World Champions, completing an extraordinary week in Aachen on a record finishing score of 23.0. At 18 years old, Chipmunk adds World Championship gold to his Olympic title, delivering when the pressure was at its highest. Great Britain take team gold with another formidable championship performance, while the USA secure bronze, Ireland book their ticket to LA and Belgium grab a crucial Olympic qualification spot. Diarmuid, Nicole and Spike break down the performances that decided the medals, the combinations whose stock has risen and the moments that made Aachen 2026 a World Championships to remember. Highlights Michael Jung and fischerChipmunk FRH make history Great Britain take team gold The fight for the individual medals USA secure bronze Ireland and Belgium book their tickets to LA The standout combinations and biggest stories from Aachen Nicole takes us behind the scenes of an unforgettable week Guests Diarmuid Byrne, Nicole Brown and Peter "Spike" Milligan bring the final verdict on Aachen 2026. The Aachen Diaries are powered by brands that know what it takes to keep horses feeling, looking and performing at their best. FLAIR Equine Nasal Strips — Helping support horses' airways when performance matters most. FLAIR Equine Foran Equine — Science-led supplements supporting health, performance and recovery. Foran Equine Carr & Day & Martin — Trusted horse care with more than 250 years of expertise. Carr & Day & Martin Connolly's RED MILLS — Performance nutrition backed by more than a century of expertise. Connolly's RED MILLS Horseware Ireland — More than 40 years of innovation for horses and riders. Horseware Ireland Support the brands supporting the show and relive the Aachen Diaries for all the stories and insight from the 2026 World Championships.

The USS Benfold, a U.S. Navy destroyer, lost power for four days during its deployment off the coast of Southeast Asia last month. The Navy said there were no injuries, but the cause of the loss of power is still under investigation. Charlie D'Agata has more.CBS News legal contributor Caroline Polisi breaks down the latest testimony in the Lindsay Clancy trial from Clancy's family members after the prosecution rested its case on Monday.Despite a growing push to reduce animal testing, USDA records show more than 37,000 dogs were used for research last year in the U.S. A CBS News investigation uncovered questions over the effectiveness of federal oversight on commercial breeding facilities that supply labs across the country. Adam Yamaguchi reports.There's an urgent search for a New York woman whose family says she disappeared 10 days ago while in Las Vegas. The woman's family hasn't heard from her other than receiving mysterious text messages from her phone asking for payments in cash and bitcoin. Nicole Valdes reports.Dr. Dariush Mozaffarian, the director of Food is Medicine Institute at Tufts University, calls ultra-processed foods "the main driver of disease, disability and death in the U.S." He discusses what's considered ultra-processed foods, how they impact our health and how to spot them.As kids head back to school, pediatrician Dr. Amanda Kravitz shares a health and wellness checklist for every parent - from managing sleep and stress to your child's vaccinations and mental health.Construction workers in Belgium were drilling into the foundation of a former brewery when they discovered 49 gold bars and more than 4,000 coins worth an estimated $10 million. The gold is in police custody while an investigation is underway.Amazon Books editorial director Sarah Gelman joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss some of her favorite books coming to the big screen this year.

Started with France's social media ban being tossed by courts, and then talked about the massive find of gold in Belgium. Plus renowned climber falls to death in CA, Multiple art heists, Hawaii hurricane, El Niño en route, and a new lawsuit accuses Dollar Tree of turning a blind eye to men pleasuring themselves on to women in their stores.

Antonia Quirke goes behind the scenes of Bookish, the murder mystery series written by Matthew Sweet and Mark Gatiss, who plays an amateur detective and bookshop owner called Book. Antonia hears from Matthew as he works on the script, crafting a cliff-hanger and deciding just how many red herrings there should be in one episode. He reveals the secrets of his working relationship with Mark, and we join them as they travel to their place of work, a film studio in Belgium, where they discuss which character they are going to murder that day - and how the crime will be committed. Clue: it involves a box of chocolates.When it comes to murder mysteries, Mark has form. He is the co-creator of the hit TV series Sherlock, where he plays Holmes' brother Mycroft. He has also starred in Game of Thrones, Dr Who and cult comedy series The League of Gentlemen, which he also co-wrote. Matthew Sweet is a broadcaster and expert in Victorian literature, and author of Shepperton Babylon, a best-selling book about the darker sides of British cinema. The pair have been friends for more than a decade, and Bookish is the first TV series they have written together.

What Are Texans Missing About the Texas Rangers? The Surprising Obsession That Has Everyone Talking.What makes people halfway around the world fall in love with Texas? On this entertaining episode of The JB and Sandy Show, the crew dives into everything from end-of-summer traditions and packed lakes to the surprising ways people communicate with automated systems when patience runs out. Along the way, Tricia shares a relatable observation that sparks plenty of laughs, and the team explores the little quirks that connect us all. Movie and entertainment fans will love the conversation with Steven Presley of ThunderPop TV, who breaks down why movie theaters are roaring back in a big way. From blockbuster nostalgia to Matthew McConaughey's latest role, the discussion takes some unexpected turns, including a wild behind-the-scenes story involving thousands of bees. The gang also tackles a fascinating study on America's most attractive accents, revealing where Texas ranks and why Southern charm continues to win people over. Plus, would you hop into a floating hot tub for a cruise around the harbor? The answers might surprise you. One of the most memorable moments comes when the conversation turns to an incredible story from Belgium, where a group of devoted fans have built an entire community around their admiration for the Texas Rangers. That discovery sparks a deeper discussion about Texas history, law enforcement legends, and a question that leaves everyone wanting answers: what does it really take to become a Texas Ranger? You'll also hear plenty of laughs during an unexpectedly passionate debate about Costco clothing, bargain shopping victories, and whether JB has been missing out all these years. Full of humor, curiosity, Texas pride, pop culture, and classic JB and Sandy chemistry, this episode delivers something for everyone. Enjoying the show? Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with your friends and fellow Texans. Your support helps more listeners discover The JB and Sandy Show every day. 

In this episode of the Explaining History Podcast, we begin a journey into one of the darkest and most overlooked chapters of the 20th century: the establishment of neocolonialism in Africa after the formal end of European empires.After the Second World War, the dreams of a genuinely independent Africa – of nations free from exploitation, able to chart their own futures – were mercilessly snuffed out by Western powers. Drawing on Susan Williams's brilliant White Malice: The CIA and the Neocolonialisation of Africa, we explore the relationship between Ghana and Congo, and the forces that destroyed the hopes of the independence era.We begin with the brutal history of King Leopold II's Congo Free State – a territory nearly 80 times the size of Belgium, where an estimated 10 million Congolese people died as a consequence of forced labour, mutilation, and murder. The purpose of Belgian rule, as Kwame Nkrumah observed, was not to suppress slavery but to change its nature, to make it more profitable.But the exploitation did not end with formal decolonisation. The Congo's Shinkolobwe mine produced uranium of unparalleled richness – up to 75% uranium oxide, compared to ores from America that contained just 0.2%. This uranium was essential to the Manhattan Project, powering the atomic bombs that devastated Hiroshima and Nagasaki. After the war, the resource extraction continued, but through new means: corporate infiltration, debt, coups, and the tools of the Bretton Woods system.We trace the origins of American intelligence operations in Africa, from the OSS bases in Accra, Cape Town, and Addis Ababa, to the top-secret mission to protect Congolese uranium from falling into enemy hands. And we consider the broader tragedy of neocolonialism – how the West used every tool at its disposal to ensure that Africa's resources remained under its control, long after the flags of empire had been lowered.Topics covered:The Belgian Congo and the crimes of King Leopold IIThe forced labour system and the rubber tradeThe Shinkolobwe uranium mineThe Manhattan Project and the atomic bombThe OSS and early US intelligence in AfricaKwame Nkrumah and Pan-AfricanismThe tools of neocolonialism: debt, coups, and corporate powerThe continuing relevance of resource exploitation todaySusan Williams's White Malice is available from all good bookshops. Please consider buying from an independent retailer.If you enjoy the podcast, please consider supporting us – we are migrating from Patreon to Substack. Details in the show notes.Explaining History helps you understand the 20th Century through critical conversations and expert interviews. We connect the past to the present. If you enjoy the show, please subscribe and share.▸ Support the Show & Get Exclusive ContentBecome a Patron: patreon.com/explaininghistory▸ Join the Community & Continue the ConversationFacebook Group: facebook.com/groups/ExplainingHistoryPodcastSubstack: theexplaininghistorypodcast.substack.com▸ Read Articles & Go DeeperWebsite: explaininghistory.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Canadian cleared to work inside NATO's military headquarters is now in Belgian custody, accused of espionage.But this episode isn't about deciding whether she's guilty. That allegation remains unproven.It's about what was already sitting in the public record before she ever got there.In 2023, the Public Service Commission of Canada found that Biwei Zhang had committed fraud during a federal hiring process after applying twice for the same CBSA position under two different names and email addresses. She challenged that finding in Federal Court. The court dismissed her application, leaving the finding in place.Roughly eleven months later, she began working inside SHAPE — NATO's military headquarters in Belgium — after going through Canadian security screening.So the question is simple: **Did the screening process find the Federal Court decision?**If it did, who decided the documented finding of dishonesty wasn't disqualifying?If it didn't, how did a published Federal Court judgment get missed?In this episode, Kelsi breaks down what Belgian authorities have actually said, Zhang's employment history, the previous fraud finding, Canada's security-clearance process, the enormous volume of screenings handled by CSIS, and why the implications go far beyond one individual case.This is not an episode about treating Chinese-Canadians with suspicion. It is about whether Canada's security-screening system is doing what Canadians — and our allies — assume it does.**CHAPTERS**0:00 The document that was public the whole time2:25 What Belgium actually said, and what it did not4:15 The resume5:45 The fraud finding7:15 Eleven months8:15 Two possible answers, and three agencies pointing at each other11:15 129,740 screenings in one year12:45 What a clearance used to mean13:45 The China question, carefully15:15 What this episode is not about16:45 What the real damage is18:45 The one question I want answeredBuy me a coffee! - https://buymeacoffee.com/kelsisherenDo No Harm? - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1683585763?ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_SC8YGT87SPJ1VB8SAYP1Let's connect!Substack: https://substack.com/@kelsisherenRumble - https://rumble.com/user/TheKelsiSherenPerspectiveInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/thekelsisherenperspective?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw%3D%3DX: https://x.com/KelsisherenSUPPORT OUR PEOPLE - - - - - - - - - - - -Ketone IQ- 30% off with code KELSI - https://ketone.com/KELSIGood Livin - 20% off with code KELSI - https://www.itsgoodlivin.com/?ref=KELSIBrass & Unity - 20% off with code UNITY - http://www.brassandunity.com

On this week's LuAnna: Can you come back after a scandal? We're chatting Holly Willoughby's YouTube return, a chef facing jail over serving ants and disturbing story involving sepsis, a hamster and a colostomy bag. Plus, ***admin on the poooood ​*** as Lu reveals her manic travel schedule (France, Portugal, Dubai, England, Paris, Belgium, Dubai again), a listener earns 30k from older men on dating apps, Anna has YET ANOTHER massage incident, this time all thanks to a Sicilian masseuse, Lu clarifies her tax situation and we've got even more controversial opinions involving Beyoncé, brunch, the letter Q and dogs in restaurants. -------------LuAnna: The Podcast is a Global production, available every Monday and Thursday on Global Player, YouTube or wherever you get your shows. Make sure you subscribe so you never miss an episode.GRAB YOUR TICKETS FOR THE BIG PARTY AT EVERYTHINGLUANNA.COMRemember, if you want to get in touch you can: Email us at luanna@everythingluanna.com OR drop us a WhatsApp on our brand new number 075 215 64640Please review Global's Privacy Policy: https://global.com/legal/privacy-policy/

European futures are set to start in the green after snapping a four-week winning streak. Investors are anticipating UK employment and inflation data, flash PMIs and the latest FOMC meeting minutes later this week. The U.S.-Iran MOU expires later today with the impasse forcing President Trump to concede Americans will have to contend with higher fuel prices. Heatwaves cause wildfires in Belgium while the level of the Rhine in Germany falls to a new record low. Berkshire Hathaway increases its stake in Alphabet. The tech giant is now its third-largest holding. Form 13F filings in the U.S. reveal a big tech ‘tug-of-war' among institutional investors. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Musicians recount the strange and unexpected story behind the making of your favorite albums. John Mellencamp left his small, changed his name and had a hit in Australia before returning to the American heartland as a conquering hero of working class songcraft. Tom, Rob, and Allan get together to discuss fighting with your fans, treating crew members terribly, and an 80 cigarette a day habit.Join the comment thread NOW available on our free Patreon to continue the conversation about this episode and get early access to the weekly show 100% ad free, plus 60+ bonus shows like Song Battle and Guilty Pleasureshttps://www.patreon.com/1001AlbumComplaintsJoin our Mailing List here: https://linktr.ee/1001albumcomplaintsEmail us your complaints (or questions / comments) at 1001AlbumComplaints@gmail.comListen to our episode companion playlist (compilation of the songs we referenced on this episode) here:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/74ZB84xCdQeUa266FsyQBm?si=8d058d98b51a435dListen to The Lonesome Jubilee here:https://open.spotify.com/album/1UiIinWX5c5fxGSpRCvjNR?si=S5ysedhESMSI1lhyS5SoZwAnd our international playlists continue to grow:Thai, German, Sweden 1, 2, 3 and 4, Italian, Australian, Cajun/Lousiana, Belgium 1 & 2Intro music: When the Walls Fell by The Beverly CrushersOutro music: After the Afterlife by MEGAFollow our Spotify Playlist of music produced directly by us. Listen and complain at homeFollow us on instagram @thechopunlimited AND @1001AlbumComplaintsWe have 1001 Merch! Support us by buying some.US Merch StoreNext week's album: Wire - Pink FlagSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ukraine’s deepening retaliation and a huge exchange of drones and missiles; a broken aircraft carrier and the ongoing crisis on the USS Abraham Lincoln; and a glittering, gold find by builders in Belgium. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share relevant and unusual stories make the programme inclusive and thought-provoking. Don’t miss the popular World View feature at 7:45am daily. Listen out for #LesterInYourLounge which is an outside broadcast – from the home of a listener in a different part of Cape Town - on the first Wednesday of every month. This show introduces you to interesting Capetonians as well as their favourite communities, habits, local personalities and neighbourhood news. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Good Morning CapeTalk with Lester Kiewit broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/xGkqLbT or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/f9Eeb7i Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bongani Bingwa speaks with Adam Gilchrist on Kyiv launching a major counterattack following strikes on the Ukrainian capital, amid claims that Vladimir Putin has broken a promise to Russians. They also discuss the US military chief’s visit to the USS Abraham Lincoln amid concerns over its “appalling” conditions, as well as builders in Belgium who discovered a £7.6 million gold stash hidden inside the walls of a property. 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station. Bongani makes sense of the news, interviews the key newsmakers of the day, and holds those in power to account on your behalf. The team bring you all you need to know to start your day Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa broadcast on 702: https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/36edSLV or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/zEcM35T Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio7See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Kyiv's overnight attacks on Russia have been described as the largest this year. They set another depot of the online retailer, Wildberries, on fire. Also: a growing wildfire in Belgium has been deemed the country's largest in modern history. And the government is giving stronger protections to pubs to stop them from being turned into housing or offices.

AP correspondent Karen Chammas reports Firefighters battle massive wildfires in Belgium and Greece as 2 die on an island near Athens.

The spokesman for the Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, has defended his reference to the UK as an 'Islamic Republic'. In a podcast with Israeli Army Radio, Mr Netanyahu recalled meeting the grandson of Winston Churchill, describing him as a 'lover of Israel' and then adding that you won't find that kind of attitude in the UK now, which he said was known as 'The Islamic Republic of Britain'. The UK and Israel are long-standing allies, but relations have become notably more tense since the war in Gaza. Also: At least eight people have died and several more have been injured in eastern Japan after record rainfall caused widespread flooding; the United Nations adds its voice to flag concerns about the pressure extreme weather events like droughts are putting on food security; builders in Belgium working on a renovation project have found a chest filled with gold bars and gold coins, bricked in the wall of a cellar; in Australia, tech executives give evidence about the ban on social media for under-16s to a parliamentary inquiry; we hear from Save the Children about the latest on the humanitarian crisis in Sudan; Spain announces it's extending the life of the country's biggest nuclear plant; and in Britain, the Reform UK leader, Nigel Farage is re-elected as an MP in a by-election he triggered, defeating 33 other candidates - a parliamentary investigation into a nearly seven-million dollar gift he received from a crypto billionaire has now resumed.The Global News Podcast brings you the breaking news you need to hear, as it happens. Listen for the latest headlines and current affairs from around the world. Politics, economics, climate, business, technology, health – we cover it all with expert analysis and insight. Get the news that matters, delivered twice a day on weekdays and daily at weekends, plus special bonus episodes reacting to urgent breaking stories. Follow or subscribe now and never miss a moment. Get in touch: globalpodcast@bbc.co.uk

This week marks five years since the Taliban swept into Afghanistan's capital, Kabul, seizing back power. In those five years, girls' and women's rights have drastically worsened, as has the country's humanitarian situation. We hear from the BBC's chief international correspondent Lyse Doucet, who has been travelling to Afghanistan for many years and has returned again now to report on life under Taliban rule, five years on from the 2021 Taliban takeover.Also in the programme: extreme rainfall in Japan has led to the deaths of several people and caused major travel disruption near Tokyo; new research by the artificial intelligence giant Anthropic finds autonomous AI agents engage in “turf wars” when pitted against each another; and builders renovating a building in Belgium have struck gold, after they discovered a stash of treasure sealed into the walls of its cellar.(Photo: women walk through a market in Kandahar, Afghanistan, 4 August 2026. Credit: EPA/Shutterstock)

Rio Ferdinand sits down with new Manchester United midfielder Youri Tielemans to discuss his surprise move to Old Trafford, his first conversations with Michael Carrick and why joining United was an opportunity he couldn't turn down.Tielemans reveals what Carrick told him about his role, why the United boss sees similarities between them and how he wants Tielemans to control the tempo, take responsibility in possession and how he can help connect United's defence with their attacking players.The Belgium captain gives his early assessment of his new midfield partners, discussing what Bruno Fernandes, Kobbie Mainoo and Andrey Santos can each bring to the team. He explains why Bruno is a "nightmare" to play against, where Mainoo can still improve and why Santos could give United's midfield the security to attack with more freedom.Tielemans also reveals some of the early details he's picked up inside the United squad - including which player was first to message him after his move, the funniest player on the training pitch and why he's been pleasantly surprised with the ego and ‘edge' within the leadership group of senior players.He opens up on playing alongside Marcus Rashford at Aston Villa and why the player he saw every day was completely different to the public perception around him, praising his commitment, attitude and the qualities he can bring back to United.Youri also reflects on becoming a Champions League player at just 16, the advice he'd give JJ Gabriel aged 15 and what he learned under Unai Emery at Aston Villa.Plus, Tielemans builds his ultimate five-a-side team from the players he's shared a pitch with, featuring Vincent Kompany, Kevin De Bruyne, Eden Hazard, Romelu Lukaku and Jamie Vardy – revealing what made Hazard unlike anyone he'd ever played with and why Lukaku doesn't get the respect he deserves. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

United States President Abraham Lincoln and his assassin John Wilkes Booth were both deeply immersed in Shakespeare's works. And yet, the conclusions they reached about how best to end tyranny--a feature of both Macbeth and Julius Caesar--could not have been more different. As James Shapiro (Shakespeare in a Divided America) explained to Jacke in a conversation they had in 2023, reading Shakespeare from opposing vantage points is not unusual in American history. What does this mean for our understanding of the past--and our hopes for the future? On Sale Now! For more information and to order ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Great Detective! An Adventure for Two People [2-Book Boxed Set]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ by Jacke Wilson, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠press.historyofliterature.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. SPECIAL OFFER! For a limited time, enter promotion code SHIP26 to get free domestic or international shipping! (Available in the U.S., Canada, Austria, Belgium, Denmark, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom, Iceland, Estonia, Netherlands, Australia, and New Zealand.) The music in this episode is by Gabriel Ruiz-Bernal. Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠gabrielruizbernal.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Help support the show at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/literature⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠historyofliterature.com/donate⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. The History of Literature Podcast is a member of Lit Hub Radio and the Podglomerate Network. Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thepodglomerate.com/historyofliterature⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The votes are in, the jury's got its favorite and the same for the public: it's time to see who reigns supreme as we sort through the winners of the Eurovision Song Contest through the eighties and nineties. Some surprises on both sides, but there's also a shocking amount of consensus at the top of the standings and the bottom. In the middle, however? Outliers abound. Jeremy will make believe this moment's here to stay, Dimitry lets the feeling take control, and Oscar sees forever in your smile.  Watch all 20 Eurovision winners on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nrVhbji3NU0&list=PLOkEuXDlyT_k&pp=sAgC See the results of our listener poll: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1kXzuHArkwmbKOdOZXMAe2qYg9-p6fwxb_cLpSwRPiRI/ This week's companion playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1DRSgYoEu6bjw7qf0KBUkQ Help support this show and unlock bonus content! Become a member at https://maximumfun.org/joineurovangelistsEurovangelists is an American Eurovision podcast, made in the US for Eurovision fans worldwide. The Eurovangelists are Jeremy Bent, Oscar Montoya and Dimitry Pompée.The theme was arranged and recorded by Cody McCorry and Faye Fadem, and the logo was designed by Tom Deja.Production support for this show was provided by the Maximum Fun network.The show is edited by Jeremy Bent with audio mixing help was courtesy of Shane O'Connell.Find Eurovangelists on social media as @eurovangelists on Instagram and @eurovangelists.com on Bluesky, or send us an email at eurovangelists@gmail.com. Head to https://maxfunstore.com/collections/eurovangelists for Eurovangelists merch. Also follow the Eurovangelists account on Spotify and check out our playlists of Eurovision hits, competitors in upcoming national finals, and companion playlists to every single episode, including this one!

In December of 2025, a $285,000 Windrose Technology electric semi-truck went missing. It still has not been found.  Reportedly, two mechanics who kept it running, Travis Waite and Harold Keller, left Windrose Technology owed a combined $91,000 in back wages, and (according to the company) are holding the truck until they are paid. That's not the strangest thing about Windrose Technology. It's just the most dramatic. Windrose is a Chinese-founded, Belgium-headquartered electric truck startup. It was founded in 2022 by Wen Han, a 36-year-old Stanford MBA and all-around colorful character.  By most independent accounts, the truck itself is good, but that does little to explain the public disputes with former employees.  Is this a well-engineered truck buried under a chaotic company with an eccentric founder or a company whose chaos is a preview of what may happen when production has to scale? In this episode of the Art of Supply podcast, Kelly Barner covers: - Why a $285,000 electric truck is currently sitting somewhere nobody at Windrose can find, and why the two guys who allegedly know where it is aren't telling - How a truck built in China ended up with a VIN that says it was made in Georgia, and what that suggests about trucking safety compliance's dependence on the honor system - Why Nikola's pardoned, convicted founder made a lowball offer for the company, and why that story gets a lot more complicated once you see the actual trucks Windrose has on the road in Texas and Chile   Links: Troubling Times for Electric Trucking: https://artofprocurement.com/blog/supply-troubling-times-for-electric-trucking  Why is nobody talking about China's new supply chain regulations?: https://artofprocurement.com/blog/supply-why-is-nobody-talking-about-chinas-new-supply-chain-regulations  Kelly Barner on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-barner-6884443/  Art of Supply LinkedIn newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/art-of-supply-6895142546301960193  Art of Supply on AOP: http://www.artofsupply.com  Subscribe to the Art of Procurement Newsletter: https://resources.artofprocurement.com/art-of-procurement-podcast-subscribe   

Halftime is over people, and it's time to lock in! In this Episode, Sander and Taylor get to talk about seeing the 2026 FIFA World Cup Champions (Spain) play their matches against Austria, and Belgium. We also discuss some of the most controversial moments and highlights of the year, and just how important the Beautiful Game is to each of us!Podcast Link: https://sho-dependent.captivate.fm/listenSocials!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shodependentpod/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@shodependentpod

Wednesday, August 12, 2026 Today, Trump doesn't rule out using emergency executive power to interfere with the midterm elections; the transparency president has expanded the definition of executive privilege so his private advisors can't be questioned by Congress; the White House is asking the Justice Department to consider new Reflecting Pool charges; Trump was stuffed into a catering cart and spirited to a secret plane after he ditched the Qatari Air Force One in Turkey; weeks after Belgium's diamond industry gave Trump a ring with 321 diamonds, 56 sapphires, 13 emeralds and six rubies, it was exempted from paying a U.S. tariff; Judge Talwani has expanded her block on the Postal Service tampering with mail ballots; the government has awarded a $150M contract for migrant children's lawyers to a Trump-linked Texas law firm; plus Allison and Dana deliver your Good News. Thank You, HoneyLove Save 20% Off Honeylove by going to honeylove.com/DAILYBEANS #honeylovepod  #sponsored Thank You WildGrain Get $30 off your first box + free Croissants in every box. Go to Wildgrain.com/DAILYBEANS to start your subscription.  The Trump Epstein Memorial Bookmobile The Daily Beans is proud to partner with Miles Taylor and our friends at DEFIANCE.org For a limited time, members of the Daily Beans community can receive a FREE 3-month full membership to DEFIANCE.org and gain access to one of the fastest-growing pro-democracy movements in America. Join here: https://www.defiance.org/beans Diamond Dames - Subscribe here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdw5wpZniLeg&si=YB1KlvnjmA4CxxV3https://diamond-dames.simplecast.com/ The Latest Breakdown→ NEW: Judge Orders Todd Blanche to Explain Epstein Redactions in Open Court StoriesDemocrats want answers about 18-karat gold ring given to Trump | MS NOW Trump Said to Have Secretly Used Military Jet to Leave Turkey Amid Threats From Iran | The New York Times White House Asks Justice Department to Consider New Reflecting-Pool Prosecution | WSJ Trump executive privilege memo could hamper Democrats if they win Congress | CNN Politics Trump signals openness to unconstitutional plot to take over elections | Democracy Docket A judge expands a block on U.S. Postal Service work on Trump's mail-in voting order | NPR Trump administration awards $150M migrant child contract to Texas firm | AP News Good Trouble Friday August 28 in DCMarch On Washington 2026 -marchonwashington2026.com March on Washington: Defend the Vote - Mobilize Check your voter registration and deadlines → Voter Registration Deadlines - Vote.org →Blue Wave California- secure.actblue.com/donate/msw-bwc →Helpline Orientation- Spanish Speakers Needed! · VoteRiders →Help save Texas from Ken Paxton! →NO HATE in WA State →Stand With Minnesota →iceout.org Good Newsdana-goldbergs-southwest-funnyfest Oct 9 -Email Dana@DanaGoldberg.com for sponsorship informationTickets for Dana Goldberg: Outrageous - Sep 23 - Den Theater - Chicago  →Share your Good News & Good Trouble - The Daily Beans →Beans Talk audio -beans-talk.simplecast.com Subscribe to the MSW on YouTube - MSW Media - YouTube Our Donation Links The Trevor Project - trevorproject.org/beans Blue Wave California - ActBlue.com/donate/msw-bwc Donate to Public Citizen - https://citizen.org/beans/ Donate to It Gets Better / The Daily Beans Fundraiser Pathways to Citizenship - boomerang - pathways  Dana and The Daily Beans support of Human Rights Campaign ONE CAUSE HRC The Daily Beans supports It Gets BetterNational Security Counselors - Donate, WhistleblowerAid.org/beans Dr. Allison Gill - The Breakdown | Allison Gill, Mueller, She Wrote @muellershewrote.com - Bluesky, MSW & The Daily Beans Podcast @muellershewrote - Instagram, MSW Media - YouTube →Federal workers email AG - fedoath@pm.me Dana Goldberg - Dana is on Patreon! At Dana's Dugout, @dgcomedy - Bluesky, @dgcomedy - IG, Dana Goldberg - Facebook,  DanaGoldberg.com More from MSW Media - Shows, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | Allison Gill Reminder - you can see the pod pics if you become a Patron. The good news pics are at the bottom of the show notes of each Patreon episode! That's just one of the perks of subscribing! patreon.com/muellershewrote Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:https://apple.co/3XNx7ckWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?https://patreon.com/thedailybeanshttps://dailybeans.supercast.com/https://apple.co/3UKzKt0 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today's Headlines: Trump secretly escaped Air Force One in a catering truck at the NATO summit in Turkey due to an Iranian assassination threat — leaving the press corps and cabinet members including Marco Rubio sitting inside the plane he'd just abandoned as a decoy. The plane he fled was the Qatari hand-me-down that clearly wasn't secure enough for the president. When asked if he'd declare a national emergency around the November midterms, Trump said "stranger things have happened, I'll leave it at that" and then actually left it at that, which is alarming, to say the least. Meanwhile, the DOJ deployed election monitors to Minnesota's two biggest counties for their primary elections, a federal judge blocked Trump's postal service mail-in voting restrictions, and Todd Blanche is apparently discussing using ICE at polling places, so the election interference infrastructure is coming together nicely. On the corruption beat, the Antwerp World Diamond Center gave Trump a ring the size of a watch with 300 diamonds, dozens of sapphires, two giant T's, and "crafted in Antwerp for Donald John Trump" engraved on it — and weeks later the Trump administration approved a tariff exemption for Belgium's diamond industry, prompting Elizabeth Warren to send a strongly worded letter. Moving on to Immigration, ICE is planning to spend $20 million on electric shock gloves for agents, made by a company called Compliant Technologies, because subtlety is not the vibe. And finally, a new study found that dogs can distinguish between fear, anger, and sadness in human facial expressions with more nuance than previously known, which is genuinely good news and the only story today that doesn't require a drink afterward. Resources/Articles mentioned: WaPo: Contradicting public statements, Trump took secret flight from Turkey amid Iranian threat The Independent: Trump doesn't deny a possible federal takeover of elections: ‘Stranger things have happened' The Guardian: Polls close in South Carolina, where Republicans brace for runoff in race to replace Lindsey Graham – live Axios: Trump's mail-in voting restrictions blocked nationwide by federal judge AP News: Belgian diamond group that won tariff relief gifted Trump a lavishly encrusted ring AP News: AP Exclusive: ICE plans to give officers gloves that can deliver painful electric shocks  WaPo: Dogs can tell when you're happy, scared or sad, new brain scans show Subscribe to the Betches News Room and join the Morning Announcements group chat. Go to: betchesnews.substack.com Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

August 12, 2026 – 5am: David Crowley wins Democratic nomination for Wisconsin Governor, BEATS DSA candidate Francesca Hong Progressive Peggy Flanagan wins Minnesota Senate primary Trump-backed Mike Lindell loses primary for Minnesota Governor Darline Graham and Congressman Ralph Norman advance to a runoff for Senate in South Carolina Iran latest: U.S. fires on ship breaking its blockade of Iranian ports Response teams search for survivors after Colombia quake Russia releases Marine veteran jailed for 4 years  Trump confirms he switch planes amid Iranian plot Trump doesn't rule out declaring a National Emergency to implement sweeping restrictions on November elections Texas Democrats push cities to end ICE contract: MS NOW Report White House asks the DOJ to revive reflecting pool case: WSJ Obama jokes about Oval Office gold makeover Democrats raise questions about 18-karat gold ring given to trump by Belgium diamond industry   To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What's more British than the British royal family? More Spanish than the Spanish Monarchs? More Norse than the King of Norway? Well, a lot of things actually. In fact, nearly all of the 10 remaining hereditary monarchs of Europe have more German DNA than they do local. For centuries, royals almost exclusively married other, foreign royals. They rarely mixed their blue blood with people native to the Kingdoms they ruled over. What's more, when dynasties died out (often from excessive inbreeding) foreign royal houses put their own seconds sons on the throne, establishing new, entirely alien dynasties. Modern royal families try to brand themselves as throughly native and in touch with the common people. And if they ever spit into a test tube and sent it off for a DNA test, they would probably never publish the results. But, by looking back at their family trees, we can get a pretty good idea of their heritage. Last week we explore the heritage of the reigning families of Belgium, Denmark Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Monaco and Norway. Today we'll analyze the DNA of the Dutch, Spanish, Swedish and British royal families. Plus we'll compare them all to see which modern monarchy has the most local DNA; and find out why the royals of Europe are all so German. Royal family of The Netherlands - Dutch royal family Royal family of Spain - Spanish Royal family Royal family of Sweden - Swedish royal family Royal family of The United Kingdom - British Royal family Why are the royals so German? Which royal families are the most German? Which royal families are the most local? Music: Brandenburg Concerto No4-1 BWV1049 - Classical Whimsical by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100303 Artist: http://incompetech.com/ Join me every Tuesday when I'm Spilling the Tea on History! Check out my Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/lindsayholiday Please consider supporting me at https://www.patreon.com/LindsayHoliday and help me make more fascinating episodes! Intro Music: Baroque Coffee House by Doug Maxwell #HistoryTeaTime #LindsayHoliday Please contact ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠advertising@airwavemedia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ if you would like to advertise on this podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Strong leaders know that facts alone rarely change minds. In this episode, Dean Newlund and Danny Bobrow explore why authentic connection comes before persuasion and how leaders can communicate in ways that earn trust, strengthen relationships, and inspire action.   In this episode, Dean Newlund and Danny Bobrow discuss: Lessons from endurance sports and teamwork The Persuasion Blueprint framework Persuasion in digital and AI-assisted communication Building stronger relationships through emotional awareness Leadership communication during difficult conversations   Key Takeaways: Begin difficult conversations by helping people feel understood before trying to convince them. Care and emotional attunement create the foundation for collaboration. Let enthusiasm grow by discovering what already motivates the other person instead of overwhelming them with your own excitement. In digital communication, take time to write thoughtful, respectful messages that provide context and show consideration. Before debating emotional issues, understand where someone is coming from instead of leading with facts alone. Use AI to support your thinking, but preserve authentic judgment and relationships where trust depends on your own words.   "What people are really craving is to be understood, not to be impressed.” — Danny Bobrow   About Danny Bobrow: Daniel A. “Danny” Bobrow is the creator of The Art of First Impressions™ and The Persuasion Blueprint™, communication mastery programs that help businesses build trust and drive ethical conversion. He is President of AIM Dental Marketing, which has helped grow dental practices since 1989, and serves as Executive Director of Climb for a Cause™ and The Smile Tree™. Danny is the Founding Executive Committee Chair of the American Academy for Oral Systemic Health and holds two MBAs from the University of Chicago and K.U.L. Belgium. A Distinguished Toastmaster, mediator, mountaineer, and endurance athlete,  Danny champions patient persistence and respectful resilience.   Connect with Danny Bobrow:   Website: https://www.dannybobrow.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dannybobrow Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DanielABobrow/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danielabobrow       See Dean's TedTalk “Why Business Needs Intuition” here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EEq9IYvgV7I Connect with Dean:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgqRK8GC8jBIFYPmECUCMkwWebsite: https://www.mfileadership.com/The Mission Statement E-Newsletter: https://www.mfileadership.com/blog/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deannewlund/X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/deannewlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MissionFacilitators/Email: dean.newlund@mfileadership.comPhone: 1-800-926-7370 Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.

Henry David Thoreau was not a traditional Christian, and yet he was a deeply, profoundly religious man. In this episode, Jacke talks to Lydia Willsky-Ciollo about her book Wildness: Henry David Thoreau and the Making of an American Theology, which describes how Thoreau's experiences in nature helped him imagine and develop a distinctly American theology of the wild. PLUS Douglas Clark (The Will in English Renaissance Drama) stops by to discuss his choice for the last book he will ever read. On Sale Now! For more information and to order ⁠⁠⁠⁠Great Detective! An Adventure for Two People [2-Book Boxed Set]⁠⁠⁠⁠ by Jacke Wilson, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠press.historyofliterature.com⁠⁠⁠⁠. SPECIAL OFFER! For a limited time, enter promotion code SHIP26 to get free domestic or international shipping! (Available in the U.S., Canada, Austria, Belgium, Denmark, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom, Iceland, Estonia, Netherlands, Australia, and New Zealand.) The music in this episode is by Gabriel Ruiz-Bernal. Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠gabrielruizbernal.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Help support the show at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/literature⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠historyofliterature.com/donate⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. The History of Literature Podcast is a member of Lit Hub Radio and the Podglomerate Network. Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thepodglomerate.com/historyofliterature⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's all drinks from around the world on this quiz from Crowdpurr.com/budds! This episode's topic: INTERNATIONAL BEERS Love trivia battles? Try Learn Clash! http://learnclash.com/budds Fact of the Day: In the mid-1980s, Cannon Films hired The Texas Chain Saw Massacre director Tobe Hooper to helm a bizarre, body-horror Spider-Man movie inspired by David Cronenberg's The Fly. Triple Connections: Chump, Climate, Loose THE FIRST TRIVIA QUESTION STARTS AT 02:52 SUPPORT THE SHOW MONTHLY, LISTEN AD-FREE FOR JUST $3 A MONTH: www.Patreon.com/TriviaWithBudds INSTANT DOWNLOAD DIGITAL TRIVIA GAMES ON ETSY, GRAB ONE NOW! GET A CUSTOM EPISODE FOR YOUR LOVED ONES: Email ryanbudds@gmail.com Theme song by www.soundcloud.com/Frawsty Bed Music: "Laser Groove" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ http://TriviaWithBudds.comhttp://Facebook.com/TriviaWithBudds http://Instagram.com/ryanbudds Book a party, corporate event, or fundraiser anytime by emailing ryanbudds@gmail.com or use the contact form here: https://www.triviawithbudds.com/contact SPECIAL THANKS TO ALL MY AMAZING PATREON SUBSCRIBERS, INCLUDING: Samantha Wheeler Boomer Cates Mark Kloppenburg Cadi Snow-Brine Amber Shiels Alan Kreisel Rich Sommer Joe Heiman Waqas Ali Logan Booker Bringeka Sam Nathan Stenstrom Brooks Martin Robyn Price Gee Brian Clough Charles Glanville IV Lauren Schuette Evan Lemons AnneMarie Mattacchione Yves Bouyssounouse Kenny Zail York yates Gay Geek Fabulous Mollie Dominic Nathalie Avelar Natasha raina leslie gerhardt Diane White Youngblood Trophy Husband Trivia Lynnette Keel Lillian Campbell Jerry Loven Jamie Greig Gail Lancman Jeremy Yoder Adam Jacoby rondell Adam Suzan Tiffany Poplin Bill Bavar Sarah Daniel Hoisington Keith Martin Sue First Steve Hoeker Jessica Allen Lauren Glassman Brian Williams Brett Livaudais Linda Elswick Carter A. Fourqurean Justly Maya Brandon Lavin Kathy McHale Chuck Nealen Courtney French Nikki Long Mark Zarate Laura Palmer  JT Dean Bratton Kristy Erin Burgess Trenton Sullivan Jen and Nic Michael Redman Timothy Heavner Jeff Foust Richard Lefdal Myles Bagby Jenna Leatherman Vernon Heagy Albert Thomas Kimberly Brown Tracy Oldaker Sara Zimmerman Madeleine Garvey Jenni Yetter Patrick Leahy Dillon Enderby James Brown Christy Shipley Clayton Polizzi Alexander Calder Ricky Carney Paul McLaughlin Willy Powell Robert Casey Matthew Frost Brian Salyer Greg Bristow Megan Donnelly Jim Fields Mo Martinez Luke Mckay Simon Time Feana Nevel Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Marianne Downing has a master's degree in Education (counseling) and began her career as a therapist before combining it with various roles within the nonprofit sector. She has been an entrepreneur since 2002. Since becoming a Latter-day Saint, Marianne served in the New Zealand Auckland mission, and as Relief Society president, counselor in her stake Primary presidency, stake Relief Society president, early morning Seminary teacher, and Young Women president. While living in Paris, France, she was called as part of a committee by the European Area Presidency to establish LDS Family Services in the French-speaking areas of France, Switzerland, and Belgium. She currently serves as a ward missionary. Alan Downing has a bachelor's degree in music from the Hartt School of Music. He sang professionally for ten years, including in synagogues and churches, while also working as an IT administrator with IBM, Verizon, and Wyeth Pharmaceuticals. He left the corporate world to become a life coach and has created several men's retreats and trainings. He has led or staffed well over 100 experiential retreats in the United States, Europe, and South and Central America. After his conversion as a Latter-day Saint, he served in the France Toulouse Mission, and has served in callings including as a member of his stake high council, elders quorum counselor, Sunday School teacher, ward finance clerk, ward and stake executive secretary, and many positions related to music. He currently serves as a ward music chairperson. Alan and Marianne are co-founders of the nonprofit organization, Discover Identity, and are both identity coaches. Alan is also on the board of the Utah Valley Interfaith Association and Marianne is a founding member of the Utah Valley Women Leadership Collaborative (now the Bolder Way Forward of Utah Valley). Alan and Marianne are the parents of a blended family of six children and 11—soon to be 12—grandchildren between the United States and New Zealand. Links Your Mission Aligned, nonprofit coaching services Discover Identity, nonprofit retreats Watch the video and share your thoughts in the Zion Lab community Transcript available with the video in the Zion Lab community Highlights Alan and Marianne Downing discuss the concept of identity and its significance in personal development and leadership within the Latter-day Saint community. They emphasize the importance of understanding one’s identity beyond roles and societal expectations, particularly during life transitions. Key Insights Identity Exploration: The fundamental question of “Who am I?” is central to personal growth. Identity is not static; it evolves through life experiences and transitions, such as changes in church callings or family dynamics. Deeper Understanding: True identity goes beyond titles like “mother” or “bishop.” It involves understanding personal values, beliefs, and what makes each individual unique. Belonging vs. Fitting In: There is a distinction between belonging (sharing core beliefs) and fitting in (conforming to external expectations). Leaders should encourage individuality within the community to enhance unity. Risk and Growth: Personal growth often requires taking risks and stepping outside comfort zones. Experiences, such as retreats, can facilitate deeper understanding and wisdom. Mature vs. Immature Identity: Immature identity relies on external validation, while mature identity is anchored in self-awareness and allows for flexibility and growth. Leadership Applications Encourage Individuality: Leaders can foster an environment where members feel safe to express their unique identities, which can enhance community strength and diversity. Facilitate Experiences: Organizing smaller group discussions or experiential learning opportunities can help members explore their identities and support each other through personal challenges. Model Vulnerability: Leaders should be open about their own identity journeys, demonstrating that it is acceptable to question and explore one’s faith and personal growth, thereby creating a culture of openness and support. 00:05:07 – The Concept of Identity 00:06:40 – Exploring Identity Beyond Roles 00:08:07 – The Depth of Identity in the Gospel 00:09:32 – The Paradox of Identity and Individuality 00:10:29 – Navigating Group Identity vs. Individual Identity 00:12:28 – Personal Experiences with Identity 00:15:00 – The Downings’ Journey into Identity Work 00:18:01 – The Importance of Self-Discovery 00:20:40 – The Role of Experience in Identity Formation 00:24:40 – The Balance of Self and God's Expectations 00:26:41 – Mature vs. Immature Identity 00:30:12 – The Role of Risk in Growth 00:32:15 – Experiential Learning and Retreats 00:34:22 – The Need for Community in Personal Growth 00:36:47 – The Importance of Anchors in Identity 00:39:14 – Embracing the Journey of Identity The award-winning Leading Saints Podcast is one of the top independent Latter-day Saints podcasts as part of nonprofit Leading Saints’ mission to help Latter-day Saints be better prepared to lead. 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