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This lecture discusses the 20th century Analytic philosopher, Thomas Nagel's essay "Sexual Perversion", and focuses upon the initial clarifications Nagel thinks needs to be made about the concept of sexual perversion before going on to examine it in further detail. He makes three positive clarifications, which are what we calls general conditions the concept must meet. He also makes two negative clarifications as well, namely that the concept does not have any connection with sexual reproduction as such, and that social disapprobation or custom do not have any bearing on it. To support my ongoing work, go to my Patreon site - www.patreon.com/sadler or Buy Me A Coffee - buymeacoffee.com/a4quydwom If you'd like to make a direct contribution, you can do so here - www.paypal.me/ReasonIO You can find over 4,000 philosophy videos in my main YouTube channel - www.youtube.com/user/gbisadler Get Nagel's Sexual Perversion - https://link.amazon/B0fgyxH83

THE EMN DAILY NEWS | Thursday, 1 October 2026The OverviewFlood watches across Texas and Oklahoma; FY27 starts on a CRFlood watches cover southern Oklahoma and much of north and central Texas today as the remnants of Hurricane Polo move across the region, with flash flood warnings overnight around Wichita Falls and a watch running through Friday evening over the Hill Country counties still in Public Assistance recovery from the July floods. Fiscal year 2027 opens on a continuing resolution that runs through December 11, holding agencies at fiscal 2026 levels and permitting up to $26.37 billion for the Disaster Relief Fund. The national preparedness level holds at 2 with 58 incidents and 4,826 personnel, down 574 in a day, with no new large fires. Year-to-date fire counts were adjusted sharply upward to 62,218, moving the season from 124 to 134 percent of the ten-year average. Dome in Yosemite National Park reached 39 percent contained as a second California team mobilizes. For great insight from leading emergency managment professionals, visit EM Network on Substack. KEY TAKEAWAYSOklahoma and north Texas: The Norman forecast office holds a flood watch until 1 p.m. today for 25 Oklahoma counties and five northern Texas counties, with 2 to 4 inches likely and local amounts to 6 inches. Flash flood warnings ran overnight for Wichita Falls, Burkburnett, Iowa Park and Sheppard Air Force Base after 1 to 3 inches fell in short order.Central Texas: The Fort Worth office carries a flood watch through Friday morning across north central Texas, including Dallas, Denton, Collin and McLennan counties, with 2 to 3 inches widespread and localized totals to 5 inches. The Austin and San Antonio office holds a watch until 7 p.m. Friday for Hill Country counties including Kerr, Bandera, Uvalde, Real, Edwards, Gillespie and Kendall, all of which carry open Public Assistance from the July declaration.Fiscal year: Agencies begin fiscal 2027 under the Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, signed September 2, which funds the government through December 11 at prior-year levels. The measure permits up to $26.37 billion for the Disaster Relief Fund, with obligations charged against fiscal 2027 appropriations rather than treated as supplemental. Under a continuing resolution, agencies cannot start programs, projects or activities that were not already funded and active, which constrains new grant starts until a full-year bill passes.Get ready, Long Beach! Join emergency management professionals from across the country and around the world for the IAEM 74th Annual Conference & EMEX, November 9-11, 2026, and experience three incredible days of big ideas, new connections, innovation, and the people shaping the future of emergency management. We'll see you in Long Beach!Wildfire posture: Preparedness Level 2 with 58 incidents, 14 uncontained large fires, 1,641,606 acres and 4,826 personnel, a drop of 574, per the Wednesday situation report. Initial attack was light, with 91 fires and no new large incidents; one large fire was contained, and five complex teams were committed. The Northwest, Northern California and Southern Area each released more than 220 people in a single operational period.Reporting adjustment: Year-to-date fires rose from 57,521 to 62,218 in one reporting cycle, almost entirely in the Southern Area, which moved from 28,661 to 33,302. That shifts the season from 124 to 134 percent of the ten-year average for fire counts. The situation report attributes such changes to mapping or reporting adjustments rather than new activity, and a similar acreage swing last week reversed within days.California: Dome in Yosemite National Park grew 151 acres to 5,410 and jumped to 39 percent contained, up from 31, with 932 personnel and California Team 4 mobilizing. Costs stand at $24 million. Plaskett on the Los Padres National Forest is fully contained, and Timber holds at 88 percent with numerous structures still threatened.Northwest: Eight uncontained large fires and 2,186 personnel, down 239. Command on Little Giant transfers from Northwest Team 13 to Northwest Team 12 today, with the fire at 93 percent contained and structures still threatened. Sisi near Stehekin nearly doubled containment to 29 percent, with residences threatened.Recovery calendar: SBA physical damage deadlines for the September 1 public assistance declarations close November 1 in Colorado and South Dakota and November 2 in Missouri and Texas, with economic injury applications open to June 1, 2027. Texas recently added Grimes, Live Oak, McMullen and Schleicher counties for Public Assistance, and its Individual Assistance request covering 30 counties remains pending.Fire weather: Breezy northerly winds in the Sacramento Valley and southern California ease this morning, but relative humidity of 10 to 15 percent persists with above-normal temperatures. In the southern Plains, breezy south winds of 10 to 18 miles per hour and minimum humidity of 25 to 35 percent create locally elevated conditions.SOURCESTexas and Oklahoma floodingNWS Norman: Flood Watch for 25 Oklahoma counties and five northern Texas counties, issued Oct 1 at 1:41 a.m. CDT until 1 p.m. CDThttps://govonestop.com/nws/oklahoma-texas-severe-flood-watch-effective-09302026-2341NWS Norman: Flash Flood Warning for Wichita County, Texas, issued Oct 1 at 2:57 a.m. CDThttps://govonestop.com/nws/texas-severe-flash-flood-warning-effective-10012026-0057NWS Norman: Flash Flood Warning for southeastern Archer and southern Clay counties, issued Oct 1 at 1:45 a.m. CDThttps://www.defconlevel.com/alert/2026-10-01-nws-noaa-weather-flash-flood-warning-issued-october-1-at-1-45am-cdt-until-october-1-at-4-45am-cdt-by-nws-norman-okNWS Fort Worth: Flood Watch through Friday morning for north central Texas, issued Sept 30 at 2:26 p.m. CDThttps://govonestop.com/nws/texas-severe-flood-watch-effective-09302026-1226NWS Austin/San Antonio: Flood Watch until 7 p.m. Oct 2 for Hill Country counties, issued Sept 30 at 9:52 p.m. CDThttps://govonestop.com/nws/texas-severe-flood-watch-effective-09302026-1952Federal fundingWhite House: H.R. 6500, Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2027, signed Sept 2, funding agencies through Dec 11https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefings-statements/2026/09/congressional-bill-h-r-6500-signed-into-law/Congressional Research Service summary via Legis1: $26.37 billion permitted for the Disaster Relief Fund under the continuing resolutionhttps://legis1.com/news/fy2027-continuing-resolution-funds-agenciesOffice of the Texas Governor: four additional counties approved for Public Assistance, Individual Assistance request pendinghttps://gov.texas.gov/news/post/governor-abbott-announces-approval-of-federal-disaster-assistance-for-four-additional-counties-following-summer-storms-and-floodingWildfire, nationalNICC Incident Management Situation Report and Predictive Services discussion: Wednesday, Sept 30, 2026, 0730 MDT (live PDF, overwritten daily). Source for all fire figures and the California, Northwest and fire weather items.https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdfIMSR archivehttps://www.nifc.gov/nicc/incident-information/imsr This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit emnetwork.substack.com/subscribe

Mit Oberstabsfeldwebel B. Nico unterhalten wir uns über das Initial Tactical Trauma Assessment (das erste MARCH) und gehen auf die standardisierten Abläufe ein und wie geht es dann weiter ? Hier zeigen wir den Ablauf des zweiten MARCH und worauf man sonst noch achten muss. In dieser Folge könnt ihr wieder drei Beiträge hören: Im 1. Teil sprechen wir mit FltlArzt Dr. Otto über Recht im Rettungsdienst, speziell über invasive und invasivste Maßnahmen. Im 2. Teil stellt OFArzt Dr. Ritter die unterschiedlichen Analgetika vor, die in der taktischen Medizin zur Anwendung kommen können und gibt einen Ausblick über das zukünftige Gefechtsfeldanalgetikum der Bundeswehr. Im 3. Teil geht es um die Vollblutspende und wie sie ausgebildet wird. OFArzt Teufel stellt die Ausbildung und deren Inhalte vor, mit dem dieses in Deutschland einzigartige Konzept umgesetzt wird.

key topicsAnalysis of the 2027 quarterback class and its depthEvaluation of wide receiver prospects and depthDiscussion on running back talent and depthDebunking hype and misconceptions about the classInsights into college performance and NFL potentialImpact of player size and athleticism on draft prospectsEvaluation of top prospects like Jeremiah Smith and Jeremiah LoveDiscussion on the importance of landing spots and draft capitalAnalysis of player development and season progressAdvice for fantasy football managers regarding rookie picksChapters00:00 Introduction to the 2027 Rookie Class02:07 Initial thoughts on the hype and expectations03:48 Position by position analysis: Quarterbacks11:56 Quarterback class evaluation and concerns22:01 Wide receiver prospects and depth29:51 Running back class overview and concerns39:57 Impact of college performance and NFL prospects49:58 Fantasy football implications and draft strategies59:54 Player development and season progress01:09:45 Final thoughts and advice for managers Subscribe to The Devy Devotional on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Leave a 5-star review and help more dynasty managers find the show.Follow us on X: @DevyDevotional Hosts: John Arrington (@DynastyCoachA), Aaron Wilcox (@AaronWilcox86), Andy Starr (@AstarrFF) Watch live episodes on the Gridiron Ratings YouTube channel. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

FEMA has issued a formal definition of emergency management, calling it the strategic coordination of emergency services to protect life, property, and continuity of operations, and paired it with 12 coordination responsibilities that every FEMA component must now align its doctrine, training and publications to. Three Federal Register notices published yesterday reset the annual assistance numbers: Individuals and Households Program maximums rise to $44,800 each for housing and other needs, Serious Needs Assistance goes to $790, and the Public Assistance simplified procedures threshold moves to $1,093,800. Texas added four more counties for Public Assistance, while its Individual Assistance request for 30 counties remains pending. The national preparedness level holds at 2 with 62 incidents and 5,400 personnel, down 297, and three new large fires in the Southern Area. Moisture from decaying Hurricane Polo brings wetting rain and localized flooding to the Southwest and Colorado today.The EMN Daily NEWS is your concise daily update on national and state-by-state emergency management news. For more detailed analysis of issues facing emergency management, subscribe to EM Network on Substack.KEY TAKEAWAYSFEMA doctrine: The definition came in a September memorandum from Administrator Cameron Hamilton, released September 22 during National Preparedness Month. It sets 12 coordination responsibilities running from capacity building through continuous improvement, alongside professional skills covering command and coordination, consequence analysis, planning, decision-making under pressure, technical writing and after-action analysis. FEMA says the standard applies regardless of sector, and all components will update doctrine, policy, guidance, training, workforce materials and exercise products to match.Assistance thresholds: The new figures took effect with yesterday's Federal Register notices and are indexed to a 2.9 percent increase in the Consumer Price Index for the 12 months ending August 2025. The Individuals and Households Program caps at $44,800 for housing assistance and $44,800 for other needs assistance. Serious Needs Assistance is set at $790. The Public Assistance simplified procedures threshold rises to $1,093,800.Texas: The major disaster declaration for the July storms and flooding now includes Grimes, Live Oak, McMullen and Schleicher counties for Public Assistance, in addition to the 19 counties approved earlier. The state's request for Individual Assistance covering 30 counties remains pending.Get ready, Long Beach! Join emergency management professionals from across the country and around the world for the IAEM 74th Annual Conference & EMEX, November 9-11, 2026, and experience three incredible days of big ideas, new connections, innovation, and the people shaping the future of emergency management. We'll see you in Long Beach!Wildfire posture: Preparedness Level 2 with 62 incidents, 15 uncontained large fires, 1,690,313 acres and 5,400 personnel, a drop of 297, per the Tuesday situation report. Initial attack was light, with 90 fires, three new large incidents, two large fires contained and five complex teams committed. Year to date, the country is at 57,521 fires and 8,565,689 acres, 124 and 141 percent of the ten-year averages.Southern Area: Fifty-five new fires and three new large incidents. Honey, nine miles southwest of Okmulgee, Oklahoma, on Bureau of Indian Affairs protection, is 333 acres and 80 percent contained, with active fire behavior and structures threatened. 3 Alpha Sierra, five miles west of Weston, Florida, is 330 acres and 16 percent contained. Stone Bridge near Wilburton, Oklahoma, grew to 45 acres with residences threatened.California: Timber on the Los Padres National Forest jumped to 88 percent contained, up from 77, with numerous structures still threatened and costs at $171.6 million. Dome in Yosemite National Park grew 178 acres to 5,259 acres, at 31 percent contained. Command on Plaskett transfers back to the local unit today.Northwest: Eight uncontained large fires and 2,425 personnel, down 163. Little Giant on the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest rose to 91 percent contained with structures still threatened, and Northwest Team 12 is mobilizing. Three Queens holds at 33 percent contained with numerous residences and critical infrastructure threatened.Recovery calendar: SBA physical damage deadlines for the September 1 declarations close November 1 in Colorado and South Dakota and November 2 in Missouri and Texas, with economic injury applications open to June 1, 2027.Fire weather: Breezy northerly winds develop in parts of the Sacramento Valley and southern California with relative humidity of 10 to 15 percent, creating elevated conditions. Downslope westerly winds are expected in north-central Montana east of the Divide. Moisture from decaying Hurricane Polo persists over the Southwest and Colorado with widespread wetting rain and local amounts near 3 inches, bringing areas of flooding.SOURCESFEMA doctrineFEMA, Administrator's Corner: We Must Return to the Basics, A Definition of Emergency Management and Professional Framework, released Sept 22 (page could not be retrieved in this sweep; text supplied by the editor)https://www.fema.gov/about/administrators-corner/emergency-management-frameworkFederal assistanceFederal Register: Notice of Maximum Amount of Assistance Under the Individuals and Households Program, published Sept 29https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/29/2026-19854/notice-of-maximum-amount-of-assistance-under-the-individuals-and-households-programFederal Register: Notice of Award Amount Adjustment for Serious Needs Assistance, published Sept 29https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/29/2026-19856/notice-of-award-amount-adjustment-for-serious-needs-assistanceFederal Register: Notice of Adjustment of Disaster Grant Amounts, published Sept 29https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/29/2026-19898/notice-of-adjustment-of-disaster-grant-amountsFederal Register: Notices of Emergency and Major Disaster Declarations and Related Amendments, March through August 2026, published Sept 29https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/29/2026-19857/notices-of-emergency-and-major-disaster-declarations-and-related-amendmentsOffice of the Texas Governor: federal disaster assistance approved for four additional counties, Individual Assistance request pendinghttps://gov.texas.gov/news/post/governor-abbott-announces-approval-of-federal-disaster-assistance-for-four-additional-counties-following-summer-storms-and-floodingWildfire, nationalNICC Incident Management Situation Report and Predictive Services discussion: Tuesday, Sept 29, 2026, 0730 MDT (live PDF, overwritten daily). Source for all fire figures and the Southern Area, California and Northwest items.https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdfIMSR archivehttps://www.nifc.gov/nicc/incident-information/imsr This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit emnetwork.substack.com/subscribe

(0:00-20:19) Initial reactions to a heartbreaking Phillies loss in game 1.(20:34-31:17) The Overnight Recap.(31:32-42:02) Phillies postgame interviews and more on the team. Please note: Timecodes may shift by a few minutes due to inserted ads. Because of copyright restrictions, portions—or entire segments—may not be included in the podcast.For the latest updates, visit the show page Marks & Salciunas on 975thefanatic.com. Follow 97.5 The Fanatic on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Watch our shows on YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with all the best moments from Philly's home for sports!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chris Hughen sat down with Marc Surdyka to discuss the initial patient evaluation. We dive into the main priorities including: a thorough subjective exam, key questions to ask, determining appropriateness for rehab, developing a concise objective exam, next steps, and much more. Watch the full episode: https://youtu.be/htvzU9UbobI  Episode Resources: Initial Eval Document --- Mentoring: https://e3rehab.com/mentoring/ Coaching & Consultations: https://e3rehab.com/coaching/  Rehab & Performance Programs: https://e3rehab.com/programs/  Resource Guides: https://e3rehab.com/resource-guides  Newsletter: https://e3rehab.ck.page/19eae53ac1  --- Follow Us: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/e3rehab  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/e3rehab/ X: https://x.com/E3Rehab  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/e3rehab/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/e3rehab  --- Podcast Sponsor: Vivo Barefoot: Get 20% off all shoes! - https://www.vivobarefoot.com/e3rehab --- @dr.surdykapt @tony.comella @dr.nicolept @chrishughen @nateh_24 --- This episode was produced by Kody Hughes

On this special live edition of KeyLIME+, recorded at the Sim Tank innovation event held at Queen's University, Adam brings together a panel of simulation and education leaders to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming medical simulation training. From personalized learning and adaptive assessment to concerns about de-skilling, data ownership, and the evolving role of educators, the conversation examines both the promise and the pitfalls of tech-enhanced simulation. Together, the panel reflects on how emerging technologies may reshape not just how we teach medicine using sim, but how clinicians learn, think, and perform in an increasingly complex healthcare system.     Episode Length:  43:02     Resources to check-out     Dizon JI, Mendoza NB, Gasevic D, Ganotice Jr FA. Assessing AI-driven metacognitive offloading: Initial development and validation of the Metacognitive Laziness Scale. ECNU Review of Education. 2026 Jun;9(2):20965311261450994.   https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/20965311261450994     Sears, K., Goldsworthy, S., & Goodman, W. M. (2010). The relationship between simulation in nursing education and medication safety. The Journal of Nursing Education, 49(1), 52-55. https://doi.org/10.3928/01484834-20090918-12        Journey of Nursing Regulation https://www.ncsbn.org/public-files/JNR_Simulation_Supplement.pdf    Ke, Y., Jin, L., Ong, J.C.L. et al. AI-induced never-skilling in medical education. Nat Med 32, 1997–2006 (2026). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41591-026-04438-y https://www.nature.com/articles/s41591-026-04438-y    Contact us: keylime@royalcollege.ca       Follow: Dr. Adam Szulewski https://x.com/Adam_Szulewski       

On todays episode we will be diving into the final season of 2026 with our Fall Preview. Use the timestamps below to jump around if you'd like!Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime0:00 - Intro1:01 - Initial thoughts on Fall 3:17 - Cyberpunk Edgerunners II9:15 - Firefly Wedding15:33 - Tank Chair20:21 - A Certain Dark Side's Item25:21 - Uncle's Obsession With Cute Things28:18 - Hello, I Am a Witch and My Crush Wants Me to Make a Love Potion!33:38 - The Seven Knights of the Marronnier Kingdom39:22 - There Is Also a Hole in the Student Organization!44:41 - Fool Night49:14 - The Cold Sato-san is Only Sweet to Me, Aren't You Too Sweet Salt-God Sato-san54:10 - Apothecary Diaries S357:18 - Black Clover S258:54 - The Detective is Already Dead S21:02:05 - Pete's Quick Sequel Talk1:05:01 - Shows for Miles to catch up on

THE EMN NEWS DAILY BRIEF | Tuesday, 29 September 2026Hawaii County has shifted from response to damage assessment after Hurricane Nolo and is asking residents and businesses to file damage reports through separate residential and commercial forms. Governor Josh Green has identified roughly $686 million in damage and recovery costs from the state's first four disasters of 2026, before Nolo, which was the season's seventh tropical cyclone. In the Northeast, Rhode Island Energy restored all 50,000 customers it lost in under 48 hours, and PSEG Long Island reported more than 128,000 cumulative outages, with more than 99 percent restored by late Monday. The nor'easter produced an 81-mile-per-hour gust at Montauk Point and 6.3 inches of rain in southeastern Massachusetts. The national preparedness level holds at 2 with 64 incidents and 5,697 personnel, down 306, while the Southern Area reported 63 new fires. CISA released nine industrial control system advisories last week. The EMN NEWS Daily Brief is your concise daily update on national and state-by-state emergency management news.KEY TAKEAWAYSHawaii assessment: Mayor Kimo Alameda said flooding remains the county's biggest concern, particularly in Kau, where roads closed after overnight rain. Naalehu, Waiohinu and Pahala took the brunt of the rain and wind, the same communities Hurricane Lala hit in August. The three shelters opened in Naalehu, Pahala and Ocean View held 10 people Sunday morning and have since closed.Hawaii water system: Department of Water Supply crews are assessing the system for damage and connecting backup generators, and will notify customers when normal use may resume. Customers may see low pressure or intermittent service while conditions stabilize. The essential-use request remains in effect.Kauai deadlines: Hurricane Lowell recovery continues, with the Koloa hurricane resource center open today and Thursday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Households that lost food to power outages may be eligible for replacement SNAP benefits. Real property tax exemption applications close tomorrow with no extensions. Owners of storm-damaged property have until June 30, 2027, to file for disaster tax relief.Get ready, Long Beach! Join emergency management professionals from across the country and around the world for the IAEM 74th Annual Conference & EMEX, November 9-11, 2026, and experience three incredible days of big ideas, new connections, innovation, and the people shaping the future of emergency management. We'll see you in Long Beach!Nor'easter restoration: Rhode Island Energy deployed more than 270 crew members and field personnel, responded to more than 270 vegetation-related outages and over 150 wires-down 911 calls, and replaced 20 broken poles. Scituate, South Kingstown, Cumberland and Coventry were hardest hit. PSEG Long Island ran 16-hour shifts against more than 1,000 downed trees and 530 large branches.Coastal damage: Long Island is assessing steep erosion at Gilgo Beach, where the Army Corps of Engineers was already mobilized for sand replenishment. The stairs to the surf at Smith Point Park were destroyed, part of the Jones Beach fishing pier was knocked down, and the Jones Beach theater took significant damage with water reaching the orchestra seats. In Lindenhurst, floodwater surrounded homes for three days. Measured coastal inundation in New York City topped 2.6 feet.Wildfire posture: Preparedness Level 2 with 64 incidents, 17 uncontained large fires, 1,681,161 acres and 5,697 personnel, a drop of 306, per the Monday situation report. Initial attack was light at 89 fires, with one new large incident and five complex teams committed. Year to date, the country is at 57,339 fires and 8,563,287 acres, 124 and 142 percent of the ten-year averages.Southern Area: Sixty-three new fires, the most of any region by a wide margin, and one new large incident. Rafter 4B southeast of Eldorado, Texas grew 850 acres to 2,100 and rose to 50 percent contained, adding 114 personnel. Grover Bend, southeast of Benjamin, Texas, is 320 acres and 60 percent contained.California: Dome in Yosemite National Park grew 475 acres to 5,081, holding at 30 percent contained with costs at $19.9 million. Timber on the Los Padres National Forest rose to 77 percent contained, with numerous structures still threatened. Command on Plaskett, at 99 percent contained, transfers back to the local unit today.Cyber: CISA released nine industrial control system advisories on September 22, ICSA-26-265-01 through 09. The set covers the lwIP TCP/IP stack, Siemens Siveillance Control, Desigo CC, Industrial Edge Management, and OpenPLC Runtime v3.Fire weather: Abundant moisture from Hurricane Polo moves into the Southwest with widespread showers, scattered thunderstorms and localized flooding. Dry conditions and below-normal temperatures return to California, the western Great Basin, the Northwest and the northern Rockies.For more, visit emnetwork.substack.com and share this with a friend.SOURCESWildfire, nationalNICC Incident Management Situation Report and Predictive Services discussion: Monday, Sept 28, 2026, 0730 MDT (live PDF, overwritten daily). Source for all fire figures, the Southern Area and California items.https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdfIMSR archivehttps://www.nifc.gov/nicc/incident-information/imsrHawaiiHawaii News Now: Hawaii County shifts to damage assessment, Mayor Alameda comments, shelter counts, Sept 27https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/2026/09/27/hawaii-county-shifts-damage-assessment-hurricane-nolo-moves-away/Hawaii News Now: county asking residents and businesses to report storm damage, separate residential and commercial forms, Sept 29https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/2026/09/29/hawaii-island-residents-businesses-urged-report-storm-damage-hurricane-nolo/Big Island Now: Department of Water Supply assessment and generators, shelter closures, Sept 28https://bigislandnow.com/2026/09/28/what-big-island-residents-need-to-know-wednesday-about-tropical-storm-nolo/Honolulu Star-Advertiser: Governor Green's $686 million accounting across the first four 2026 disasters, Sept 24https://www.staradvertiser.com/2026/09/24/hawaii-news/new-storm-threat-to-isles-projected-to-become-a-hurricane/Honolulu Star-Advertiser: federal assistance approved, Nolo as the season's seventh tropical cyclone, Sept 26https://www.staradvertiser.com/2026/09/26/hawaii-news/federal-assistance-approved-as-hurricane-nolo-nears-hawaii/The Garden Island: Kauai County Lowell recovery, resource center hours, SNAP replacement, tax deadlines, Sept 27https://www.thegardenisland.com/2026/09/27/hawaii-news/county-update-nolo-next/East CoastRhode Island Energy: restoration complete, crew counts, outage and pole figures, Sept 28https://news.pplweb.com/Rhode-Island-Energy-restores-power-to-all-customers-following-September-noreasterThe Watchers: PSEG Long Island cumulative outages and restoration, Montauk gust, southeastern Massachusetts rainfall, New York City inundation, storm position Monday, Sept 29https://watchers.news/2026/09/29/noreaster-exits-after-days-of-heavy-rain-and-coastal-flooding-across-u-s-northeast/CBS New York: Long Island damage assessment, Gilgo Beach erosion, Smith Point, Jones Beach and Lindenhurst, Sept 28https://www.cbsnews.com/newyork/news/noreaster-long-island-south-shore-lindenhurst-flooding/ABC7 New York: PSEG Long Island crew shifts, downed trees and branches, Sept 27https://abc7ny.com/live-updates/developing-noreaster-threatens-jersey-shore-long-island-coastal-flooding-rough-surf-strong-winds-accuweather-alert/19861959/entry/19880585/CISACISA Releases Nine Industrial Control Systems Advisories: ICSA-26-265-01 through 09, Sept 22https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USDHSCISA/bulletins/42bfaa9CISA Adds One Known Exploited Vulnerability to Catalog: CVE-2026-7273, Sept 21; no later additions located in this sweephttps://www.cisa.gov/news-events/alerts/2026/09/21/cisa-adds-one-known-exploited-vulnerability-catalog This is a public episode. 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“Giants Talk” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic offer their honest analysis following San Francisco's disappointing 65-97 2026 MLB season.--(2:30) - Initial takeaways from the end of another disappointing season(16:20) - Logan Webb wins Willie Mac award(19:20) - Tony Vitello ejected again vs. Dodgers(25:35) - Dodgers fans take over Oracle Park(41:00) - Camilo Doval returns to San Francisco(46:40) - Cole, Alex offer their top 10 disappointments from the season Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hurricane Nolo passed farther south than forecast and spared Hawaii Island the worst case, but flooded roads on the Big Island, prompted five high-water rescues Sunday and knocked out power on Oahu and Maui. A pre-landfall Presidential Emergency Declaration approved Friday covers four counties at a 75 percent federal cost share. On the East Coast, the nor'easter killed a New York City Housing Authority worker struck by a falling tree Saturday in Brooklyn, drove outages past 100,000 customers at their peak, and produced the worst coastal flooding since Sandy at two Jersey Shore tide gauges. New Jersey and New York both declared states of emergency before landfall. The national preparedness level holds at 2 with 69 incidents and 6,003 personnel, down 305, and three new large fires, including one near Benton City, Washington, that destroyed seven structures. The EMN NEWS Daily Brief is your concise daily update on national and state-by-state emergency management news.KEY TAKEAWAYSHawaii outcome: Nolo tracked south of the main islands, with rainfall above 14 inches at the Big Island's highest elevations. Crews worked through Sunday on flooding, debris, high surf and wind. Highway 11 in Kau closed in multiple locations between Pahala and Waiohinu. Hawaii County Civil Defense is asking residents and businesses to report storm damage so agencies and nonprofit partners can assess unmet needs.Hawaii infrastructure: The Hawaii County Department of Water Supply asked customers in affected service areas to limit water to essential health and safety needs, citing power outages and possible damage to water system infrastructure. County solid waste transfer stations in Kauai stayed closed, and the Hele-On Route 90 run to Kona was canceled.Federal declaration: The pre-landfall declaration approved September 25 provides federal assistance for emergency protective measures in the City and County of Honolulu and Hawaii, Maui and Kauai counties, including direct federal assistance, at a 75 percent federal cost share. The State Emergency Operations Center remains at Level 1 full activation with 24-hour staffing, coordinating with FEMA Region IX, the counties and utilities.Get ready, Long Beach! Join emergency management professionals from across the country and around the world for the IAEM 74th Annual Conference & EMEX, November 9-11, 2026, and experience three incredible days of big ideas, new connections, innovation, and the people shaping the future of emergency management. We'll see you in Long Beach!Nor'easter toll: Outages ran past 100,000 customers across the Northeast at times Sunday, concentrated from New Jersey through Long Island and coastal Connecticut, and were down to roughly 40,000 by this morning. Major coastal flooding was reported at tide gauges from Delaware to Long Island, with two Jersey Shore locations reaching their highest levels since Hurricane Sandy.State declarations: New Jersey Executive Order 25 declared a state of emergency effective 5 p.m. Friday for Atlantic, Burlington, Cape May, Cumberland, Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean and Salem counties, activating the State Emergency Operations Center. New York declared a state of emergency for the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, Staten Island, Nassau, Suffolk and Westchester.Federal posture: FEMA reported that response coordination centers in the affected regions operated at an enhanced posture through the weekend, with teams on standby in New England in case of widespread outages.Wildfire posture: Preparedness Level 2 with 69 incidents, 16 uncontained large fires, 1,707,048 acres and 6,003 personnel, a drop of 305, per the Sunday situation report. Initial attack was light at 55 fires, with three new large incidents and five complex teams committed. Year to date, the country is at 57,223 fires and 8,562,096 acres, 124 and 142 percent of the ten-year averages.New large fires: Second Street, one mile southeast of Benton City, Washington, is 1,151 acres and 60 percent contained, with seven structures lost, extreme fire behavior and wind-driven runs, and threatened residences and energy infrastructure. Rafter 4B, southeast of Eldorado, Texas, is 1,250 acres with no containment. Stone Bridge, northeast of Wilburton, Oklahoma, is 130 acres and 60 percent contained with one structure lost.California: Dome in Yosemite National Park grew 245 acres to 4,606 but nearly doubled containment to 30 percent, with estimated containment pushed to October 17. Timber on the Los Padres National Forest rose to 71 percent contained, with numerous structures still threatened.Fire weather: Scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms develop across the Southwest as moisture from Hurricane Polo moves north from off the Mexican coast. Heavy rain continues today in much of southern and eastern New England with strong northeast winds and coastal flooding. Winds slowly weaken in Hawaii as Nolo moves west away from the islands.SOURCESWildfire, nationalNICC Incident Management Situation Report and Predictive Services discussion: Sunday, Sept 27, 2026, 0730 MDT (live PDF, overwritten daily). Source for all fire figures, the new large fires and the California items.https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdfIMSR archivehttps://www.nifc.gov/nicc/incident-information/imsrHawaiiOffice of the Governor: approval of pre-landfall Presidential Declaration for Hurricane Nolo, 75 percent cost share, State EOC at Level 1, Sept 25https://governor.hawaii.gov/newsroom/office-of-the-governor-news-release-gov-green-announces-approval-of-pre-landfall-presidential-declaration-for-hurricane-nolo/Honolulu Star-Advertiser: Nolo spares Big Island, outages on Oahu and Maui, five high-water rescues, damage reporting through Hawaii County Civil Defense, Sept 28https://www.staradvertiser.com/2026/09/28/hawaii-news/nolo-spares-big-island-but-outages-hit-oahu-and-maui/Big Island Now: Department of Water Supply essential-use request, Highway 11 closure, transfer stations and Hele-On Route 90, Sept 27https://bigislandnow.com/2026/09/27/what-big-island-residents-need-to-know-wednesday-about-tropical-storm-nolo/The Weather Channel: Nolo intensity west of the islands and Big Island rainfall totals, Sept 28https://weather.com/2026/09/28/storms/hurricane/hawaii-hurricane-nolo-flooding-wind-forecastMaui News: federal declaration detail and Maui County emergency proclamation, Sept 26https://www.mauinews.com/news/local-news/2026/09/federal-emergency-declaration-approved-ahead-of-hurricane-nolo/East CoastOffice of the Governor of New Jersey: Executive Order 25, state of emergency for eight counties effective 5 p.m. Sept 25https://www.nj.gov/governor/news/2026/20260925a.shtmlNew Jersey Executive Order No. 25 (full text)https://nj.gov/infobank/eo/057sherrill/pdf/EO-25.pdfAssociated Press via NBC News: storm death, outage totals, FEMA enhanced posture and standby teams, updated Sept 28https://www.nbcnews.com/weather/storms/noreaster-flooding-death-toll-rcna600078FOX Weather live updates: major coastal flooding gauges from Delaware to Long Island, two Jersey Shore locations at worst since Sandy, current outage count, Sept 28https://www.foxweather.com/live-news/live-updates-deadly-nor-easter-floods-the-coast-as-dangerous-winds-whip-through-the-northeastThe Hill: New York and New Jersey emergency declarations, Hochul counties, Sept 25https://thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/6112822-ny-nj-noreaster-declare-emergency/CISACISA Adds One Known Exploited Vulnerability to Catalog: CVE-2026-7273, Sept 21; no later additions located in this sweephttps://www.cisa.gov/news-events/alerts/2026/09/21/cisa-adds-one-known-exploited-vulnerability-catalog This is a public episode. 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In this week's episode, I take a look at the characters of Rhamnousia and Zelos Pendragon in BLADE OF VISIONS, and what they say about bad leadership. This coupon code will get you 50% off the audiobook of Ghost in the Forge, Book #6 in The Ghosts series, (as excellently narrated by Hollis McCarthy) at my Payhip store: FALLFORGE The coupon code is valid through October 12, 2026. So if you need a new audiobook this fall, we've got you covered! TRANSCRIPT 00:00:00 Introduction and Writing Updates Hello, everyone. Welcome to Episode 322 of The Pulp Writer Show. My name is Jonathan Moeller. Today is September the 25th, 2026 and today we are discussing my new book, Blade of Visions, and how it portrays bad leadership in the character of Rhamnousia Pendragon. Before we get to that, we will have Coupon of the Week and a progress update on my current writing, publishing, and audiobook projects. So let's start off with Coupon of the Week. This week's coupon code will get you 50% off the audiobook of Ghost in the Forge, Book #6 in The Ghosts Series (as excellently narrated by Hollis McCarthy) at my Payhip store. That coupon code is FALLFORGE. As always, you can get the coupon code and the links to my Payhip store in the episode notes for this episode. This coupon code will be valid through October the 12th, 2026, so if you are in need of a new audiobook for this fall, we have got you covered. Now let's have an update on my current writing, publishing, and audiobook projects. As you might guess from the episode title, Blade of Visions is now out and you get it at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, Google Play, Apple Books, Smashwords, bookshop.org, and my own Payhip store. Initial response to it has been very strong and people seem to be enjoying it. As I mention later in the episode, I even had someone email me and say it was one of my top 10 books, which is pretty impressive out of 176 books. So thank you all for that. Now that Blade of Visions is out, my next main project is Elven-Warlock, which will be the seventh book in the Half-Elven Thief series. I'm currently 36,000 words into it, hoping to get to 40,000 by the end of the day, if all goes well. I'm hoping this will be out towards the end of October, if all goes well. My secondary project will be the follow-up to Blade of Visions, which will be the seventh book in the Blades of Ruin series, specifically Blade of Rifts. I am 3,000 words into that. So that's my secondary project right now. Once Elven-Warlock is finished, it'll be full speed ahead on Blade of Rifts. In audiobook news, we are very nearly done with Cloak of Summoning, which is narrated by Hollis McCarthy. So hopefully we will have that available to you all to listen to sometime in October along with Ghost Armor Omnibus Two, which I'm going to start setting up before too much longer and if all goes well, Brad Wills will start recording Blade of Visions as an audiobook next week. So that is where I'm at with my current writing, audiobook, and publishing projects. 00:02:34 Main Topic: Rhamnousia Pendragon and Bad Leadership Now let's move on to our main topic this week, which is Blade of Visions, Rhamnousia Pendragon, and Bad Leadership. As I mentioned earlier in the episode, a surprising number of people have written in to say nice things about Blade of Visions, for which I'm grateful. As I mentioned, a few have even said someone my best books, which is also very nice. And I think the character of Rhamnousia Pendragon helped a great deal to inspire that reaction along with the fundamental problem many people, organizations, and indeed societies face: where do we find good leaders? As I've mentioned before, I based Rhamnousia and Zelos Pendragon off two historical bad leaders, specifically Empress Maude and King Stephen from the English civil war of 1138 AD through 1153 AD. I say "loosely based" because Rhamnousia and Zelos are half siblings while Maude and Steven were cousins. For that matter, as the Blade of Ruin series has gone on, Rhamnousia's and Zelos' respective characterizations have taken on a life of their own that increasingly diverges from the source material. To be fair to Maud and Stephen, unlike Rhamnousia and Zelos, they did not have disguised evil sorcerers actively giving them deliberately bad advice. For Rhamnousia, I basically thought of all the worst traits from the incompetent female managers and leaders I've encountered over the years, combined them into one character, made her both extremely intelligent and highly vindictive, and we ended up with Rhamnousia Pendragon. This isn't to say that women cannot be effective leaders. Many thousands of years ago (or so it feels) when I worked in big box retail, I devised a metric that turned out to be highly effective for gauging whether a new manager, whether male or female, would be competent or not. The metric: the more boring the manager is in the first meeting, the better he or she will be at the job. The boring ones who introduced themselves and immediately got down to business without a lot of chit-chat were invariably the best ones at their jobs. The ones who spent a lot of time talking about their feelings, their kids, their visions, their ex-spouses or whatever tended to be really bad or the ones who were really jokey, wanted to be liked or worse, insistent that you like them. A secondary metric is whether or not they were willing to get their hands dirty. Like the best store manager I ever encountered in my big box retail career helped unload trucks, stock shelves, run registers, and even cleaned the bathrooms himself a few times. They say one of the best guiding principles for effective leadership is to never ask someone to do something that you would not be willing to do yourself, and he followed that guideline quite well. Granted, he had excellent motivations for doing this. I believe one year the store did well enough that he got a $90,000 bonus, which was in pre-9/11 money, which would be around about $175,000 in 2026 money. However, his level of competence was definitely the exception and absolutely not the rule. One of his predecessors as big box store manager was fired and later prosecuted for a variety of excellent reasons, including giving away lots of merchandise to local restaurants in exchange for free meals for himself and what gossip called "getting handsy" with some of the female employees in the office, but what the police more accurately called assault. Apparently he forgot that every single inch of big box store was covered in cameras which kept recordings. Another predecessor was a very friendly and affable man, but utterly unable to assert himself without having an emotional breakdown and consequently let people walk all over him to the detriment of his job. He eventually quit due to the stress. Based on these and many other examples I've encountered, I think Rhamnousia and Zelos are very realistic characters. I'm afraid that in real life leaders like Rhamnousia Pendragon and Zelos Pendragon are very common and bad leaders, whether men or women, are more normal than good or even competent ones. In 2023, I knew an entire cluster of people who quit healthcare and education, not because they disliked the admittedly difficult work, but because their managers were so inept and malicious that they made the working environment unendurable. No doubt you can think of numerous examples from your own life. Anyway, Zelos Pendragon is a much different mode of leadership failure than Rhamnousia. He's a bit more like the store manager I mentioned earlier who wanted to be liked. Zelos is a much more amiable person than Rhamnousia and much less arrogant. However, he really wants to be liked, isn't terribly clever, and he's not firm in his decisions and changes his mind frequently. Despite being more likable than Rhamnousia, he is nonetheless a terrible leader, just for different reasons. By contrast, Rhamnousia Pendragon doesn't want to be liked. She demands to be respected and obeyed. She's far more interested in enforcing the rights and prerogatives of her royal dignity. Admittedly, these qualities are actually necessary to be an effective monarch, but Rhamnousia also has a fatal talent for alienating her allies through arrogance and enjoys humiliating people in public. This is all the worse because she's very intelligent, which means in practice she finds better ways at shooting herself in the foot since she doesn't have anyone to moderate her bad decisions. If you've read the rest of my books, you know that good leadership versus bad leadership is an ongoing interest of mine. I think it's tied to my interest in history. That would be a recurring theme in Frostborn and Sevenfold Sword and Dragontiarna and The Shield War, obviously now in Blades of Ruin, in Ghost Night and Ghost Armor, and increasingly in the Cloak Mage series where I think about the questions of good leadership versus bad leadership. It's strange how someone can be an absolutely terrible person yet somehow be a good leader, but yet that's not an infallible metric because very often terrible people often turn out to be terrible leaders. For that matter, good people likewise fail at leadership a great deal. To get things done, you often have to crack some heads together, stomp on people's personal petty fiefdoms, or employ outright coercion to get people to act, do this or you're fired and a lot of people just don't like doing that. There seems to be some sort of very narrow and very elusive overlap between the attributes of personal ruthlessness, ambition, and willingness to act in the greater good that creates an effective leader, and that combination is very rare. To be fair, however, from the other side of it, leadership is an unpleasant gig. If something goes wrong, it's the leader's fault. If something goes right, your employees and workers take the credit (or perhaps your superiors), and you just happened to be there for it and had nothing to do with it. People constantly try to undermine you and sabotage you, and even well-meaning workers, employees will sometimes interpret your instructions in baffling and inexplicable ways. The sloth, ineptitude, entitlement, and overall bungling and competence of your subordinates will be constant challenge and headache. This is true in leadership positions ranging from Fortune 500 CEOs all the way to the directors of charity thrift shops who only work with volunteers. Given all that, it's not the least surprising that many leaders default to an attitude of "screw you guys" and try to extract maximum enrichment and advancement from the situation regardless of the damage that it does. But no less of an authority than Jesus Christ said that to whom much is given, much will be expected. (Luke 12:48 is the specific quote if you're interested.) I suppose in the end, bad leadership is not a problem that has a solution or even a question that has an answer. It's just one of those unsolvable aspects of human nature that we think about and that we simply have to live with. But on the plus side, I can get some pretty good novel plots out of it. I've often said that history is an excellent source of inspiration for fantasy writers, and I think this provides yet another example of what I mean. So that's it for this week. Thank you for listening to The Pulp Writer Show. I hope you found the show useful. 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Juck Miletti checks in from Ohio Stadium with his initial reaction following Ohio State's 42-19 win over Illinois to open Big Ten play.Julian Sayin showed a new element to his game with his legs, Jeremiah Smith delivered a monster four-touchdown performance, and the Buckeyes were dramatically better on third down and in the red zone. But there were still some concerns, most notably an Ohio State defense that surrendered far too many explosive plays.Juck breaks down what stood out from Sayin, Smith, the young linebackers, Nate Roberts and the tight ends, Ohio State's offensive line combinations, the running game, special teams and more. He also hands out his Buckeye helmet stickers and looks ahead to next week's road test at Iowa.0:00 — Opening thoughts on Ohio State's 42-19 win0:36 — Julian Sayin finally shows the X-factor with his legs1:34 — How much does Sayin's scrambling change the offense?2:30 — Jeremiah Smith takes over the game3:43 — Can Ohio State just keep feeding Jeremiah Smith?5:20 — Concern over Illinois' explosive plays against the defense9:01 — Ohio State's huge improvement on third and fourth down10:25 — Perfect day in the red zone10:55 — Matt Patricia shows more defensive aggression12:58 — Riley Pettijohn's growing role at linebacker14:00 — Nate Roberts stands out at tight end15:25 — What is Ohio State doing with the tight end rotation?16:35 — Brock Boyd flashes when given an opportunity17:12 — Did Bo Jackson answer Ryan Day's challenge?19:32 — Ja'Kobi Jackson continues to make the most of his carries20:00 — Gabe VanSickle and the offensive line combination21:22 — How Julian Sayin handled pressure22:22 — Why Ohio State's special teams remain frustrating24:35 — Buckeye helmet stickers: Jeremiah Smith, Nate Roberts and Jaylen McClain25:30 — Payton Pierce on Ohio State's defensive breakdowns28:27 — Juck's thoughts on Payton Pierce29:20 — The passing game is carrying the Buckeyes right now30:15 — Ohio State's youth movement is coming32:21 — Final thoughts and looking ahead to IowaOhio State improved to 4-0 with the victory, but Juck sees a team that is still developing week by week — with plenty of encouraging signs and a few issues that need to be cleaned up before the schedule gets tougher.  SUBSCRIBE to Buckeye Insiders for complete Ohio State football coverage, postgame analysis, recruiting news, podcasts, practice reports and more.

Juck Miletti checks in from Ohio Stadium with his initial reaction following Ohio State's 42-19 win over Illinois to open Big Ten play.Julian Sayin showed a new element to his game with his legs, Jeremiah Smith delivered a monster four-touchdown performance, and the Buckeyes were dramatically better on third down and in the red zone. But there were still some concerns, most notably an Ohio State defense that surrendered far too many explosive plays.Juck breaks down what stood out from Sayin, Smith, the young linebackers, Nate Roberts and the tight ends, Ohio State's offensive line combinations, the running game, special teams and more. He also hands out his Buckeye helmet stickers and looks ahead to next week's road test at Iowa.0:00 — Opening thoughts on Ohio State's 42-19 win0:36 — Julian Sayin finally shows the X-factor with his legs1:34 — How much does Sayin's scrambling change the offense?2:30 — Jeremiah Smith takes over the game3:43 — Can Ohio State just keep feeding Jeremiah Smith?5:20 — Concern over Illinois' explosive plays against the defense9:01 — Ohio State's huge improvement on third and fourth down10:25 — Perfect day in the red zone10:55 — Matt Patricia shows more defensive aggression12:58 — Riley Pettijohn's growing role at linebacker14:00 — Nate Roberts stands out at tight end15:25 — What is Ohio State doing with the tight end rotation?16:35 — Brock Boyd flashes when given an opportunity17:12 — Did Bo Jackson answer Ryan Day's challenge?19:32 — Ja'Kobi Jackson continues to make the most of his carries20:00 — Gabe VanSickle and the offensive line combination21:22 — How Julian Sayin handled pressure22:22 — Why Ohio State's special teams remain frustrating24:35 — Buckeye helmet stickers: Jeremiah Smith, Nate Roberts and Jaylen McClain25:30 — Payton Pierce on Ohio State's defensive breakdowns28:27 — Juck's thoughts on Payton Pierce29:20 — The passing game is carrying the Buckeyes right now30:15 — Ohio State's youth movement is coming32:21 — Final thoughts and looking ahead to IowaOhio State improved to 4-0 with the victory, but Juck sees a team that is still developing week by week — with plenty of encouraging signs and a few issues that need to be cleaned up before the schedule gets tougher.  SUBSCRIBE to Buckeye Insiders for complete Ohio State football coverage, postgame analysis, recruiting news, podcasts, practice reports and more.

As always there are spoilers ahead! As we chronologically venture through science fiction history it is finally time to examine one of the heaviest of heavyweight sci-fi films. 2001: A Space Odyssey. The idea is to most definitely watch the film before listening to the episode. If you don't want to do that and still want an overview of the film and the plot you can check out the Wikipedia entry here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2001:_A_Space_Odyssey This is episode one of a four-episode mini-series. To make things even more confusing Episode 1 has two parts. This is part 1. Part 2 is also out. (Why two parts? Because I prefer a more digestible length of podcast.) Please refer to these very show notes for some extra information or clarification. You can follow the podcast on social media on Threads, Instagram and Bluesky. If you have money to invest in further space or other scientifically romantic adventures and would like to be a patron of the podcast, pay heed! You can join Patreon and for £3 or $3 a month you can get ad free version of the show. https://www.patreon.com/everyscififilm This is the longest episode I've ever recorded (hence the two parts) and I simply couldn't cut much of it down because of my phenomenal guests. Michael Benson is an artist, filmmaker and author of a range of exciting books including the magnificently comprehensive 2018 Space Odyssey: Stanley Kubrick, Arthur C. Clarke, and the Making of a Masterpiece. Scott Bukatman is a cultural theorist and Professor of Film and Media Studies at Stanford University. He has written extensively about popular culture with a focus on how it mediates between modern technologies and the human experience. He is also the author of the wonderful BFI book on Blade Runner (which we will get to in good time). 34:48 The literal translation of "alte kackers" which is how Stanley Kubrick's wife Christiane described the people at the premiere is "old shitters".   Chapters 00:00 Introduction 02:43 Childhood cinematic experiences of the film 07:31 Not understanding the film 09:57 The impact on sci-fi cinema 10:28 The proverbial good science fiction film 14:35 The philosophical nature of science fiction 17:09 Kubrick and Clarke in the mid 60s 21:26 Initial intentions 25:46 Special effects and immersion 33:04 The reception of the film 46:32 The ape arm throws a bone 51:15 Kubrick and improvisation 53:52 Outro to part one   NEXT EPISODE! The next episode is already out and it's part 2 of this discussion! After that we will be prepping to discuss the special effects of 2001: A Space Odyssey in two weeks' time.

Interview with Colin Joudrie, CEO, Selkirk CopperOur previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/selkirk-copper-tsxvscmi-doubles-mineral-resource-estimate-minto-to-restart-by-2028-11683Recording date: 24th September 2026Selkirk Copper Mines Inc. (TSXV:SCMI) is advancing the restart of Minto, a copper-gold-silver mine in central Yukon that produced concentrate from 2007 until May 2023. After the previous operator's receivership, the Selkirk First Nation acquired the asset and vended it into Selkirk Copper through a reverse takeover. The First Nation is now the largest shareholder, with around 18% and two board seats.The September 2026 Preliminary Economic Assessment outlines a 13-year mine life at 4,100 tpd, combining underground mining first with two open pits later in the life of mine. At planning prices of US$5.00/lb copper, US$3,600/oz gold and US$50/oz silver, the after-tax NPV7% is C$494 million, the IRR is 47.8% and payback is 1.9 years. At spot prices, the NPV rises to C$1,023 million and the IRR to 78.2%. Initial capital is C$186 million, which CEO Colin Joudrie said came in below earlier guidance. Sustaining capital totals C$409 million and operating costs average C$95.77 per tonne milled.The low capital intensity stems from more than $330 million of existing infrastructure, including the mill, a 400-person camp, a water treatment plant, an airstrip and grid power. The mine would produce a clean concentrate grading around 38% copper with gold and silver credits and negligible penalty elements. That product is well suited to a concentrate market where benchmark treatment charges have fallen from an average of US$78 per tonne over 2016-2023 to US$33.8 over 2024-2026. The historical offtake and precious metals stream were removed in bankruptcy, giving the company full precious metals exposure and an unencumbered offtake position.Resource growth is a second lever. The 2026 MRE contains 47.8 million tonnes of M&I resources holding 940 million pounds of copper, 530,000 ounces of gold and 4.97 million ounces of silver. The PEA mine plan uses only around 18.4 million tonnes of mineable inventory. A roughly 50,000-metre Phase 2 programme, not included in the PEA, will feed an updated MRE in Q1 2027. The Feasibility Study is expected to start within weeks and complete in mid-2027, with an execution plan built in to shorten the path to a restart decision.The main risks are timing and water. The underground is flooded, and the government must authorise a five-month dewatering programme before rehabilitation can begin. Joudrie described this as the gating item and aims to start pumping before the end of 2026. He also acknowledged that the site's historical water management was poor and said the restart plan adds capital, systems and monitoring to address it. Amended permit applications are due in Q4 2026, with a restart decision targeted for the second half of 2027. The capital estimate carries a Class 5 accuracy range of -50% to +100%.For investors, Minto offers leveraged exposure to copper and gold prices through a near-term restart. The key milestones are dewatering approval, the Q1 2027 resource update and the mid-2027 Feasibility Study, ahead of first concentrate targeted for the second half of 2028.Learn more: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/selkirk-copperSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com/subscribe

Interview with Stephen Soock, VP Investor Relations & Development of Heliostar MetalsOur previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/heliostar-metals-tsxvhstr-emerging-gold-producer-targets-300k-oz-by-2030-with-strong-cash-flow-10415Recording date: 24th September 2026Heliostar Metals (TSXV:HSTR, OTCQX:HSTXF) is a Mexico-focused gold producer attempting to move from roughly 50,000 ounces a year towards 300,000 ounces by the end of the decade without issuing new equity. The strategy rests on sequencing. Two producing heap leach mines, La Colorada in Sonora and San Agustin in Durango, generate cash that is being directed into the Ana Paula underground project in Guerrero. Ana Paula's cash flow is then expected to fund Cerro del Gallo in Guanajuato.Operationally, the company produced 14,803 ounces of gold in Q2 2026 at a year-to-date AISC of $2,155 per ounce. La Colorada has moved from stockpile processing to injection leaching, which Stephen Soock, VP Investor Relations & Development, said is producing about 1,000 ounces a month. Waste stripping on the Veta Madre Plus cutback runs to around Q2 2027, followed by nine to 12 months of production from fresher ore. Soock expects about 20,000 additional ounces beyond the existing Veta Madre reserve, although a technical report has not yet been issued.Ana Paula is the core of the investment case. The feasibility study is 34% complete and due in Q2 2027. Drilling of about 25,000 metres focused on converting inferred material, and the company is targeting 100,000 ounces a year over a 10-year mine life. Optimisations include raising throughput to 2,000 tonnes per day, sizing equipment for 2,500 tonnes per day, and a twin-decline design with an underground crusher and conveyor that could cut operating costs. Bio-oxidation remains the preferred processing route, and Soock noted it is not yet used in North America. Initial capital is expected to rise from the PEA's $300 million to around $330 million. The study gold price is likely to move from $2,400 to around $3,500 per ounce based on a three-year trailing average.The funding plan allocates about $150 million of operating cash flow to Ana Paula construction over roughly two years, net of overheads and exploration. Project debt is intended to cover the rest. Cash is expected to hold near US$43 million through year-end, and just under $15 million is budgeted for deposits on long-lead items. A construction decision is expected around June or July 2027, with first gold targeted before the end of 2028.Beyond Ana Paula, Cerro del Gallo offers about 85,000 ounces a year over 15 years on current study numbers, with Soock suggesting an updated PFS could show a larger staged project. Exploration is picking up at La Colorada and Ana Paula, where down-dip drilling returned 101.0 metres at 5.34 g/T gold. Goldstrike in Utah adds an antimony zone with drill results pending.On valuation, Soock argues Heliostar trades at about 0.2 times P/NAV against 0.4 to 0.8 times for junior producers, and at around two times estimated 2029 cash flow. The main risks are gold price sensitivity of the self-funding model, permitting in Mexico, and execution across several concurrent transitions. Near-term catalysts include BIOX test results, the Ana Paula permit submission, long-lead orders in Q4 2026 and the feasibility study itself.View Heliostar Metals' company profile: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/heliostar-metalsSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com/subscribe

Interview with Victor Cantore, President & CEO of Amex Gold MiningOur previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/amex-exploration-tsxvamx-quebec-gold-project-posts-standout-feasibility-results-9879Recording date: 24th Sept 2026Amex Gold Mining (TSXV:AMX) is pursuing an unusual development model at its Perron Gold Project, located about 8 kilometres from Normétal in Quebec's Abitibi region. Instead of waiting for full Phase 1 permitting and a traditional construction financing, the company has begun a fully permitted 40,000-tonne bulk sample and is building it to the specification of the eventual mine.Underground, the ramp has passed roughly 100 metres and is advancing at around 5-6 metres per day. It will run approximately 1.5 kilometres to the 235-metre level, providing access to the high-grade Champagne Zone. Contractor CMAC is carrying out the work, and Amex has been hiring experienced miners.On surface, CEO Victor Cantore estimates the bulk sample will cost about C$60 million, with around C$40 million going into infrastructure that Phase 1 will reuse. That includes a C$7.7 million grid connection supplying hydro power at 5.5 cents per kilowatt hour, expected by January, and a water treatment plant already sized for Phase 1.The Phase 1 FS supports the case. It outlines 774,000 ounces of proven and probable reserves at 12.10 g/T, and a five-year operation averaging 147,000 ounces per year at US$910/oz AISC. At a US$3,500/oz base case, the FS shows a post-tax NPV5 of C$1.127 billion, a 114.6% IRR and a 0.5-year payback. Initial capital of C$193.9 million falls to C$125.8 million net after C$68.1 million of pre-production revenue.Cantore's own scenario goes further. Assuming 25,000 ounces from the bulk sample at US$4,000 gold, he estimates roughly C$135 million of revenue. Combined with the infrastructure overlap and pre-production revenue, he believes Phase 1 capital could be covered before commercial production is declared. If a gap remained, he would prefer a forward sale of about 10,000 ounces over new equity. This is a management scenario, not an FS outcome, and it depends on grade reconciliation, gold prices and execution.Two dependencies stand out. First, processing is covered by an LOI with Eldorado Gold, the company's 27% shareholder, but no definitive agreement has been signed. Several other mills in the region need feed, which provides a fallback. Second, the Phase 1 permit is targeted for Q3 or Q4 2027, ahead of the FS assumption of mid-2028. The Project Notice has been filed.Valuation offers context. Amex had a market capitalisation of about C$715 million in late August 2026, around 0.63 times its Phase 1 post-tax NPV. Cantore argues the stock should trade at a multiple of annual free cash flow once production is in view.Exploration remains the second engine. About C$24 million is allocated for 2027, with six drills active across a 570 square kilometre package spanning Quebec and Ontario. Targets include the new Rosé Zone, VMS-to-gold vectoring in Ontario and depth extensions at Champagne, which has returned high-grade intercepts at 1.6 kilometres. A Phase 2 concept envisages a 2,000 tonne-per-day on-site mill around 2033.View Amex Mining's company profile: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/amex-explorationSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com/subscribe

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Early in the University of Idaho murder investigation, Moscow Police repeatedly described the killings as a “targeted attack,” which led to confusion over exactly what investigators believed had been targeted. The issue became more muddled on November 30, 2022, after the Latah County Prosecutor's Office said the killer had specifically looked at the King Road residence and that one or more of the occupants were “undoubtedly targeted.” Moscow Police quickly walked that back, calling it a miscommunication and clarifying that detectives did not actually know whether the house itself or any particular victim had been specifically targeted. The department stressed that investigators were still working to determine the significance of the residence, the victims, and the killer's motive.Days later, Moscow Police tried to clean up the confusion again by saying they had not abandoned the broader belief that the murders were targeted, only that they had not determined what the target was. In a December 5 update, the department said investigators still believed the killings were a targeted attack but had not concluded whether the target was the King Road house or one of its occupants. That distinction was important because early public statements had created the impression that police knew the house itself had been selected in advance, when in reality investigators were still uncertain about whether the killer had chosen the residence, a specific victim, or both.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.com

Another week in the books—and there was definitely no shortage of market-moving headlines. Interest rates are moving higher. Treasury yields are hitting levels we haven't seen in years. Economic data continues to challenge the idea that the economy is slowing dramatically. Tesla has fresh news out of Europe. And after all the anticipation surrounding the Trump-Xi meeting, the United States and China have bought themselves a little more time with another extension of their trade truce. So what actually matters to traders? On today's TraderMerlin, we're cutting through the noise and breaking down the biggest stories of the week, what they mean for the markets and, of course, updating some of my own trades along the way. Perhaps the biggest story remains interest rates. The Federal Reserve raised rates last week, and Fed officials are projecting another hike before the end of the year. Meanwhile, Treasury yields have continued pushing higher, with the long end of the curve reaching levels we haven't seen in decades. That's important because higher yields ripple through virtually everything—mortgages, corporate borrowing, consumer credit, stock valuations and ultimately the economy. And the economic data isn't necessarily giving the Fed a reason to back away. Initial jobless claims remain historically low, business investment has remained resilient and inflation continues to be the wild card. What happens if the economy stays strong enough that the Fed has to keep tightening? That's one of the big questions hanging over this market. We'll also dig into Tesla, where European regulators have delayed a broader decision on Tesla's supervised Full Self-Driving system. For a company increasingly valued not simply as an automaker but as an AI, robotics and autonomous-driving story, regulatory approval matters. Then there's China. After months of tariffs, threats and negotiations, President Trump and President Xi met in Washington this week. The result was another two-month extension of the U.S.-China trade truce, pushing the deadline to January 10. That's good news in the sense that another escalation has been avoided—for now. But many of the biggest issues remain unresolved. We'll discuss: Interest Rates – Why Treasury yields continue pushing higher The Federal Reserve – Is another rate hike coming before year-end? Economic Data – What the latest numbers tell us about the strength of the U.S. economy Inflation – Why it remains the key variable for markets and monetary policy Tesla – The latest FSD news and what it could mean for the bigger Tesla story U.S.–China Trade – What actually came out of the Trump-Xi summit The China Truce – Progress toward a real deal—or simply kicking the can down the road? Stocks & Bonds – What rising yields mean for equity valuations My Trades – Updates on my current positions, what's working, what isn't and where I'm managing risk Next Week – The major economic reports and market catalysts traders should have on their radar There are plenty of individual headlines this week. But underneath them is one much bigger question: Can this market continue pushing higher if interest rates and bond yields keep moving higher with it? That's the battle I'm watching. Because headlines come and go. Price, risk and opportunity are what ultimately matter. Listen now:

THE EMN DAILY NEWS BRIEF | Friday, 25 September 2026Nolo became a hurricane Thursday night and is closing on Hawaii Island with 80-mile-per-hour winds, a tropical storm warning and hurricane watch for Hawaii County, a tropical storm watch for Maui County, and forecast rainfall of 15 to 30 inches on the eastern and southern Big Island. Hawaii County opens five more shelters this morning, and state and county offices, public schools and University of Hawaii facilities on the island are closed today. High wind warnings took effect at 8 a.m. for coastal Massachusetts and most of Rhode Island as the nor'easter strengthens, with coastal flood warnings up in southeastern Virginia. The national preparedness level holds at 2 with 74 incidents and 6,824 personnel, down 520, and Northern California now reports no uncontained large fires. Correction: Thursday's issue reported year-to-date acreage revised down to 8,096,338; today's report puts it at 8,559,888, or 145 percent of average, so that drop was a reporting lag rather than a revision. The EMN NEWS Daily Brief is your concise daily update on national and state-by-state emergency management news.KEY TAKEAWAYSHurricane Nolo: The Central Pacific Hurricane Center put Nolo at 80 miles per hour at 11 p.m. Thursday, centered 240 miles south of South Point and moving north-northeast at 5 miles per hour. Hurricane-force winds extend 40 miles from the center. Forecasters expect rapid intensification to a major hurricane Saturday, with a sharp turn west near the Big Island. Tropical storm conditions begin late Friday in the warning area, with hurricane conditions possible early Saturday.Hawaii operations: Hawaii County is opening five additional shelters this morning. Governor Josh Green closed state and county offices, Department of Education schools and University of Hawaii campuses on Hawaii Island Thursday and Friday. This is the state's fourth tropical system of the season, after Lala in August and Lowell earlier this month, and Green put combined damage and planned resilience costs from the run of disasters above $1 billion.Get ready, Long Beach! Join emergency management professionals from across the country and around the world for the IAEM 74th Annual Conference & EMEX, November 9-11, 2026, and experience three incredible days of big ideas, new connections, innovation, and the people shaping the future of emergency management. We'll see you in Long Beach!Nor'easter: The Boston forecast office issued high wind warnings for coastal and southeastern Massachusetts and all of Rhode Island except northwestern Providence County, running from 8 a.m. today to 2 a.m. Sunday, with northeast gusts of 45 to 60 miles per hour and 65 to 70 possible on the islands. Coastal flood warnings remain in southeastern Virginia with 2 to 3 feet of inundation forecast. Reporting from Norfolk describes repeated high tide cycles flooding roads and disrupting city operations, and Saturday's full moon raises each successive tide.Wildfire posture: Preparedness Level 2 with 74 incidents, 26 uncontained large fires, 1,783,567 acres and 6,824 personnel, a drop of 520, per the Friday situation report. Initial attack was light, with 70 fires, one new large incident, two large fires contained and six complex teams committed. Year to date, the country is at 57,087 fires and 8,559,888 acres, 125 and 145 percent of the ten-year averages.California: Floriston near Truckee is fully contained, leaving Northern California with no uncontained large fires. Timber on the Los Padres National Forest gained 241 personnel to 920 with moderate fire behavior and uphill runs, and numerous structures and communication infrastructure remain threatened. Dome in Yosemite National Park grew 144 acres to 4,133 at 16 percent contained, with costs now at $13.8 million.Northwest: Thirteen uncontained large fires and 3,115 personnel, down 209, with precipitation over most of the Oregon and Washington incidents yesterday. Three Queens hold 9,551 acres and are 31 percent contained, with numerous residences and critical infrastructure threatened.Southern Area: Thirty-one new fires and one new large incident. Lake Ranch, northwest of McAlester, Oklahoma, is 390 acres and 74 percent contained after wind-driven runs and torching.Fire weather: Southwesterly gusts to 40 miles per hour develop across northeast California, the northern Great Basin and southwest to central Montana, with minimum humidity of 10 to 20 percent from northern Nevada into central Montana and areas of elevated conditions. Wetting rain is expected from northern Idaho into western Montana.Federal assistance: SBA physical damage deadlines for the September 1 public assistance declarations close November 1 in Colorado and South Dakota and November 2 in Missouri and Texas. Economic injury applications stay open to June 1, 2027.Cyber: No Known Exploited Vulnerabilities additions were located after Monday's Zyxel GS1900 switch entry, CVE-2026-7273.SOURCESWildfire, nationalNICC Incident Management Situation Report and Predictive Services discussion: Friday, Sept 25, 2026, 0730 MDT (live PDF, overwritten daily). Source for all fire figures, the Northwest, California and Southern Area items.https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdfIMSR archivehttps://www.nifc.gov/nicc/incident-information/imsrHawaiiHawaii News Now: Nolo now a hurricane, CPHC 11 p.m. Thursday position and intensity, warnings and watches, Sept 25https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/2026/09/25/hurricane-nolo-strengthening-it-moves-slowly-toward-hawaii-island/Hawaii Tribune-Herald: Hawaii County to open five more shelters, Sept 25https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2026/09/25/hawaii-news/nolo-strengthens-as-it-nears-big-island-county-to-open-five-more-shelters-this-morning/The Garden Island: Governor Green closures for Hawaii Island, NWS Bravender comments, combined damage figure, Sept 25https://www.thegardenisland.com/2026/09/25/hawaii-news/tropical-storm-nolo-poses-hurricane-threat/Honolulu Star-Advertiser: watches, warnings and offshore hurricane warning, Sept 25https://www.staradvertiser.com/2026/09/24/breaking-news/tropical-storm-nolo-strengthens-as-hurricane-warning-looms/CBS News: rainfall forecast and major hurricane timing, Sept 25https://www.cbsnews.com/news/storm-nolo-hurricane-hawaii/East CoastThe Watchers: NWS Boston/Norton high wind warnings 0800 EDT Sept 25 to 0200 EDT Sept 27, southeastern Virginia coastal flood warnings, Norfolk impacts, Sept 25https://watchers.news/2026/09/25/long-duration-noreaster-brings-coastal-flooding-to-virginia-threatens-northeast-us-with-damaging-winds-and-heavy-rain/The Weather Channel: nor'easter timeline and wind detail, Sept 25https://weather.com/2026/09/25/forecast/regional/noreaster-forecast-coastal-flooding-rain-wind-boston-mid-atlanticNBC News: coastal flooding 1 to 3 feet above high tide, wave heights, full moon Saturday, Sept 25https://www.nbcnews.com/weather/storms/rare-september-noreaster-set-to-slam-east-coast-rcna599592AccuWeather: mid-Atlantic to New England outlook, updated Sept 25https://www.accuweather.com/en/weather-forecasts/noreaster-to-bring-major-coastal-flooding-potential-for-hurricane-force-gusts-in-new-england/1937400CISACISA Adds One Known Exploited Vulnerability to Catalog: CVE-2026-7273, Sept 21; no later additions located in this sweephttps://www.cisa.gov/news-events/alerts/2026/09/21/cisa-adds-one-known-exploited-vulnerability-catalogFederal assistanceFederal Register: SBA notice, Texas, FEMA-4935-DR amendment, published Sept 14https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/14/2026-18756/presidential-declaration-amendment-of-a-major-disaster-for-public-assistance-only-for-the-state-of This is a public episode. 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Interview with Darcy Marud, President and CEO of Western Exploration Recording date: 23rd September 2026Western Exploration Inc. (TSXV:WEX, OTCQX:WEXPF) is a Nevada-focused gold and silver developer whose 100%-owned Aura project lies in north-east Nevada near the Idaho border. The project contains two assets about 8 km apart. Doby George is a near-surface oxide gold deposit being permitted for heap leach development. Gravel Creek is a high-grade epithermal gold-silver discovery that the company made in 2013. Together they hold about 1.5 million gold-equivalent ounces in indicated and inferred categories.President and CEO Darcy Marud has spent about 40 years in the industry, including roles at Homestake, Meridian Gold and Yamana Gold, and was part of the team behind the El Peñón mine in Chile. Several of his senior colleagues have worked with him for 20 years or more, including CFO Curtis Turner and Aura Project General Manager Mark Hawksworth.Doby George has a long history. Homestake discovered it in the 1980s, and it carried over 800 drill holes when Western acquired it in the late 1990s. The company validated the historical data through confirmation drilling, an independent 2021 technical report and a further drilling programme in 2022. The 2025 PEA outlines a five-year open-pit, heap leach operation producing about 58,700 ounces of gold per year at a grade of 1.01 g/t. At US$3,000/oz gold, the study shows an after-tax NPV of US$211.2 million, a 62.2% IRR and AISC of US$1,197/oz. Initial capital is US$115.2 million, which is broadly equal to one year of operating cash flow. Marud said the company can see additional oxide ounces that could extend mine life to seven to ten years.Western chose to start permitting early because it is the longest-lead item. Its Mine Plan of Operations is with the US Forest Service, and the company wants regulator feedback before completing a Pre-Feasibility Study in early to mid-2027. It is targeting a record of decision at the end of 2027, followed by state permits and a possible EIS. That points to a construction decision in 2028 or 2029 and production in 2030.Gravel Creek provides the growth angle. Last year's resource update raised gold ounces by more than 50% and silver ounces by 83%, driven by the high-grade Jarbidge discovery. The deposit shares its age, mineralogy and style with historic northern Nevada mines such as Midas and Sleeper. Recent metallurgical work showed that concentrate can be ultra-fine ground and cyanide-leached to produce doré on site, with 73.3% gold and 74% silver recovery reported so far. Further test work is due by the end of 2026.The company is tightly held, with 63.4 million shares outstanding, and Agnico Eagle owns 10%. Its market capitalisation of about C$40 million is small next to Doby George's capital needs, so financing structure and dilution are key considerations. Marud described Glamis Gold's start-small, grow-around-a-central-plant model as the template.Learn more: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/western-explorationSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com/subscribe

Interview with Craig Hallworth, President & CEO of Gunnison CopperOur previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/gunnison-copper-tsxgcu-advances-2b-arizona-project-toward-2028-construction-decision-10985Recording date: 24th September 2026Gunnison Copper Corp. (TSX:GCU, OTCQB:GCUMF) enters the final quarter of 2026 as one of the few junior copper companies with a producing US mine. On 22 September, the company declared commercial production at the Johnson Camp Mine in Cochise County, Arizona, following record August output of 1,304,448 lbs of copper cathode. CEO Craig Hallworth said this represents about 60% of the mine's nameplate capacity of 25 million lbs a year. The remaining ramp-up requires no further permits or construction and depends on leach recovery curves building over time.Johnson Camp is the first full-scale commercial application of Nuton, Rio Tinto's sulfide leaching technology, which turns sulfide copper into cathode on site instead of shipping it to Asian smelters. The trade-off for shareholders is timing. Nuton has invested more than $200 million, and Johnson Camp's profits go towards repaying that sum until it is recovered or until mid-2030, whichever comes first. Hallworth advised investors to assume the deadline is reached first, at which point any remaining balance falls away. Until then, Gunnison is extracting value in other ways. These include an $8 million payment from Nuton for adding ore tonnage, around $3 million a year of overhead allocated to the mine budget, and an expected refundable Arizona jobs tax credit of up to about $2 million. The company has also chosen to forgo its $13.9 million Section 48C credit so that it keeps access to incentives that may be worth more.Hallworth estimates Johnson Camp accounts for about 5% of company value. The rest lies in the Gunnison Project. The March 2026 PEA shows an after-tax NPV of $1.96 billion at $4.60/lb copper, a 22.5% IRR and around 174 million lbs of annual cathode output. Initial capital is about $1.6 billion, including a $300 million acid plant. Around 2 billion lbs of Measured and Indicated copper sits outside the current mine plan. Higher price assumptions or design changes could bring some of it in.The de-risking programme has two strands. Up to 405 column leach tests, against roughly 25 in the PEA, aim to confirm recovery and acid consumption assumptions. Preliminary results are expected in Q4 2026, with most results due by mid-2027. On permitting, the amended Mined Land Reclamation Plan has been submitted, and approval is expected by the end of 2026. The Aquifer Protection Permit and Air Quality Permit amendments follow in 2027. The company is targeting full permitting and a potential final investment decision by mid-2028.Funding the build requires a partner. Hallworth's base case is a toehold investment of around 5% from a mine builder valued at $10-20 billion. He believes this would validate the project without heavy dilution at an estimated 0.25 times NAV. A US government debt partnership is the alternative. No agreement has been signed. The company expects to be debt-free by the end of September and has about $25 million available. That is enough for roughly 12 months at current spending, before the drilling programme expands.View Gunnison Copper's company profile: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/gunnison-copperSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com/subscribe

Ben Lord, Founder and CEO of Softlimit, has been in and around the music industry for over 30 years and in ecommerce for the last sixteen. A touring drummer (Falling Forward / Elliott / Sharon Van Etten / Mascott / Bird of Youth / Phantom Family Halo / Kilowatthours), he's also released records through independent labels (Initial, Revelation, Temporary Residence Ltd., Jagjaguwar), and worked in Atlantic Records' New Media Division during the launch of the first digital music store.He later led campaigns at Bond Strategy and Influence across entertainment verticals before spending the last decade building Softlimit, a Shopify Premier Partner Agency helping brands like Sacred Bones, Temporary Residence Ltd., Polyvinyl, Moon Juice, Misen, and The Perfect Jean grow their ecommerce revenue.Music still sits at the center of his life, and he works closely with label heads, agents, and artists.In This Conversation We Discuss:This conversation draws on Softlimit's January 2026 whitepaper, "Built-In Demand, Broken Infrastructure: The Music Industry's Revenue Gap," co-authored by Ben Lord and Martina England, which explores how independent labels can close the gap between fan demand and captured revenue by adopting DTC ecommerce practices.[00:00] Introduction[01:17] Helping the music industry master D2C[01:54] From touring drummer to agency founder[02:53] Why agencies walk away from music clients[04:03] Why label stores are glorified merch shops[05:59] When clients show up with the prescription[06:56] Conversion and AOV wins for music clients[07:24] Fixing broken filters and legacy platforms[09:23] The cost of selling through third parties[10:33] Why music isn't like other big catalogs[11:51] How labels lift conversion rate and AOV[12:31] Cross-sells built on product relationships[13:55] Label-curated "you'll like this too" picks[14:55] The Shopify tech stack behind the wins[15:33] Cleaning up messy product data[15:50] Migrating legacy CMS data and using Rebuy[17:14] Why indie labels hesitate on email and SMS[18:51] Turning fan data into more tour sales[20:48] Fan clubs and new streaming rules[21:28] The indie music industry is growing up[22:32] First steps to think like a D2C brand[23:39] Capturing first-party data at live shows[24:21] Your fans are your customers[25:10] Final thoughtsResources:Subscribe to Honest Ecommerce on YoutubeTake the stress out of commerce https://www.softlimit.com/ Follow Ben Lord https://www.linkedin.com/in/benlord/ If you're enjoying the show, we'd love it if you left Honest Ecommerce a review on Apple Podcasts. It makes a huge impact on the success of the podcast, and we love reading every one of your reviews!

THE EMN NEWS DAILY BRIEF | Thursday, 24 September 2026Tropical Storm Nolo formed south of Hawaii on Wednesday, and a hurricane watch is in effect for Hawaii County, with a flood watch covering the Big Island and Maui County through Saturday evening. Forecast rainfall is 15 to 20 inches on Hawaii Island, with isolated totals to 35 inches, on ground already damaged by Hurricane Lala in August. A strengthening nor'easter is driving coastal flooding and gale-force marine winds from North Carolina to southern New England, with a wind advisory posted for the Atlantic coasts of New Jersey and Delaware through Friday evening. Ohio Governor Mike DeWine declared a state of emergency Tuesday for 19 counties hit by flooding. The national preparedness level holds at 2 with 87 incidents and 8,523 personnel, down 1,178 in a day. Year-to-date acreage was revised down to 8,096,338, or 137 percent of average, from 146 percent. The EMN NEWS Daily Brief is your concise daily update on national and state-by-state emergency management news.KEY TAKEAWAYSHawaii: Nolo was centered about 285 miles south of South Point late Wednesday with 50-mile-per-hour winds, crawling north at 2 miles per hour. The Central Pacific Hurricane Center forecasts hurricane strength by Thursday night and possibly a major hurricane by the weekend, with the closest approach to the Big Island Friday into Saturday. A hurricane watch means hurricane conditions are possible within 48 hours.Hawaii impacts: The state emergency management agency forecasts widespread totals of 15 to 20 inches on Hawaii Island, with isolated totals of 35 inches in the southeast; catastrophic flooding is possible Friday and Saturday, with life-threatening landslides in steep terrain. Maui could see 5 to 10 inches, with isolated totals of 20. Molokai, Lanai and Oahu could see up to 4 inches and Kauai up to 2. Peak storm surge of 1 to 3 feet above ground is possible on Hawaii Island at high tide.Nor'easter: The Mount Holly forecast office reports persistent northeast winds through at least Friday, sustained 25 to 35 miles per hour with gusts to 50 on the New Jersey and Delaware Atlantic coasts, inland gusts to 35, gale-force winds across all coastal waters, and seas of 8 to 15 feet. A coastal flood advisory runs through tonight and a wind advisory through 6 p.m. Friday. The storm coincides with the full moon this weekend, which raises tide levels through successive cycles.Ohio: The state of emergency signed September 22 covers Athens, Clermont, Gallia, Greene, Highland, Hocking, Jackson, Meigs, Mercer, Montgomery, Morgan, Muskingum, Perry, Pickaway, Pike, Preble, Ross, Van Wert and Vinton counties. The proclamation directs state departments to provide services, equipment, supplies and personnel for cleanup.Wildfire posture: Preparedness Level 2 with 87 incidents, 30 uncontained large fires, 1,824,164 acres and 8,523 personnel, a drop of 1,178, per the Wednesday situation report. Initial attack was light, with 93 fires, one new large incident and six complex teams committed. The Northwest dropped to Preparedness Level 2.Acreage revision: Year-to-date acres fell from 8,554,955 to 8,096,338 in one reporting cycle, moving the season from 146 to 137 percent of the ten-year average. The change is a mapping and reporting adjustment, concentrated in Northwest Bureau of Land Management acres, not a correction to any single fire.Northwest: Thirteen uncontained large fires and 4,290 personnel, down 366, with no new fires. Wednesday's report lists only area, road and trail closures on Three Queens, without the evacuations carried Monday and Tuesday. Sisi near Stehekin added 85 acres at 15 percent contained, with residences and energy infrastructure threatened.California: Northern California released 701 people in a day. Floriston near Truckee reached 96 percent contained, and Chileno in Marin County 85 percent. Dome in Yosemite National Park grew 263 acres to 3,683, holds at 15 percent contained, and carries 840 personnel and $8.4 million in costs.Southwest: Deep tropical moisture continues over eastern Arizona, New Mexico and southern Colorado with widespread showers and scattered thunderstorms. Predictive Services expects flooding near and east of the New Mexico central mountains today.Fire weather: Above-normal temperatures continue from the southern Plains to the lower Mississippi Valley, less extreme than recent weeks, with humidity near 30 percent in northeast Texas. A weak cold front brings scattered showers and thunderstorms to the northern Plains.Federal assistance: SBA physical damage deadlines for the September 1 public assistance declarations close November 1 in Colorado and South Dakota and November 2 in Missouri and Texas. Economic injury applications stay open to June 1, 2027.Cyber: No Known Exploited Vulnerabilities additions were located after Monday's Zyxel GS1900 switch entry, CVE-2026-7273. The most recent industrial control system batch remains the eight advisories of September 17.SOURCESWildfire, nationalNICC Incident Management Situation Report and Predictive Services discussion: Wednesday, Sept 23, 2026, 0730 MDT (live PDF, overwritten daily)https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdfIMSR archivehttps://www.nifc.gov/nicc/incident-information/imsrHawaiiHawaii Emergency Management Agency, Tropical Storm Nolo updates: key messages and recommended actions, Sept 23https://dod.hawaii.gov/hiema/tropical-storm-nolo-updates/Hawaii News Now: hurricane watch for Hawaii County, flood watch through 6 p.m. Saturday, CPHC 8 p.m. HST position, Sept 24https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/2026/09/24/tropical-storm-nolo-holds-expected-turn-northward-hawaii-county-under-hurricane-watch/Honolulu Star-Advertiser: CPHC forecast track and intensity, Sept 24https://www.staradvertiser.com/2026/09/23/breaking-news/tropical-depression-may-grow-into-major-hurricane-near-hawaii-island/CBS News: Nolo forms, Big Island under hurricane watch, Sept 24https://www.cbsnews.com/news/storm-nolo-hurricane-hawaii/East CoastNWS Philadelphia/Mount Holly briefing: coastal flood advisory, wind advisory, marine conditions, 6:30 AM EDT Sept 24 (live PDF)https://www.weather.gov/media/phi/current_briefing.pdfThe Weather Channel: nor'easter timeline from North Carolina to New England, Sept 24https://weather.com/2026/09/24/forecast/regional/noreaster-forecast-coastal-flooding-rain-wind-boston-mid-atlanticAccuWeather: full moon tide amplification and New England wind threat, updated Sept 24https://www.accuweather.com/en/weather-forecasts/noreaster-to-bring-major-coastal-flooding-hurricane-force-gusts-in-new-england/1937400OhioOffice of Governor Mike DeWine: state of emergency for 19 counties, signed Sept 22https://governor.ohio.gov/media/news-and-media/governor-dewine-declares-state-of-emergency-for-several-ohio-countiesCISACISA Adds One Known Exploited Vulnerability to Catalog: CVE-2026-7273, Sept 21; no later additions located in this sweephttps://www.cisa.gov/news-events/alerts/2026/09/21/cisa-adds-one-known-exploited-vulnerability-catalogCISA Releases Eight Industrial Control Systems Advisories: ICSA-26-260-01 through 07, Sept 17https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USDHSCISA/bulletins/42b3c27Federal assistanceFederal Register: SBA notice, Texas, FEMA-4935-DR amendment, published Sept 14https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/14/2026-18756/presidential-declaration-amendment-of-a-major-disaster-for-public-assistance-only-for-the-state-ofWashington, California, New Mexico and ColoradoNICC situation report: Three Queens, Sisi, Dome, Floriston, Chileno and the Predictive Services discussion, Sept 23 This is a public episode. 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Interview with Luke Norman, Executive Chairman, U.S. Gold Corp Our previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/us-gold-corp-nasdaqusau-undervalued-investment-series-with-luke-norman-10848Recording date: 23rd September 2026U.S. Gold Corp (NASDAQ:USAU) is a gold and copper developer whose CK Gold Project sits on Wyoming state land about 20 minutes west of Cheyenne. Executive Chairman Luke Norman said the company intends to build the mine rather than sell it, unless a bidder offers something egregiously beneficial to shareholders.The project has moved a long way in five years. The company documents state approvals, including the mine operating permit in April 2024. The March 2026 feasibility study, issued by Halyard Micon International, shows an after-tax NPV5% of $632 million, a 27% after-tax IRR and a 2.5-year payback at base-case prices of $3,250 gold, $4.50 copper and $40 silver. Initial capital is $394 million. Reserves are 1.015 million ounces of gold, 260 million pounds of copper and 3 million ounces of silver.At $4,000 the after-tax NPV5% is $946 million and payback is 1.8 years. At $2,000 the NPV5% is $98 million, and at $1,500 it is negative. Norman said payback remains well within two years at $3,750. The central open item is financing. The company had $30.7 million of cash as of April 2026. Norman stated final advanced engineering remains and will continue through development. The project suits debt because of its quick payback. Norman also mentioned a silver stream and the forward sale of some first-year gold. He put first-year output at 130,000 ounces of gold and 24 million pounds of copper. He gave no date for a financing announcement.Norman argued that the 11-year mine life in the study understates the asset. The deposit extends at depth and along strike and could support 15 to 20 years. The company outlines 590,000 AuEq ounces of resources that could convert to reserves, with drilling anticipated for the second half of 2027. None of this is in the feasibility study.The second strategic event is the Keystone spin-out. Keystone is a 20-square-mile exploration project on Nevada's Cortez Trend, 11 miles south of the Cortez Complex according to the presentation. Norman said US Gold will pay a dividend of Keystone shares to its shareholders, let Keystone raise its own capital and give it a separate management team. He expects this within six to eight weeks. He also argued that the dividend structure could force short sellers to cover, citing a short position of about 12-13%.For investors, the case rests on execution. A permitted asset with study economics is in place. The market must now see how a $394 million build gets funded, whether a takeover approach emerges, and how the Keystone spin-out is structured. The main risks are financing terms, dilution from warrants and options, gold price sensitivity and timing slippage. Norman's comments are management's views, and several figures in the interview need checking against filings before they are relied upon.Learn more: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/us-gold-corpSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com/subscribe

Interview with Claudia Tornquist, President & CEO, and Christopher Taylor, Chairman, of Kodiak Copper Corp.Our previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/kodiak-copper-tsxvkdk-proposed-alliance-with-teck-to-launch-new-us-copper-explorer-10100Recording date: 23rd September 2026Kodiak Copper Corp. (TSXV:KDK) is an exploration company built around the MPD copper-gold porphyry project in southern British Columbia. The property covers 357 square kilometres in an established mining district where Copper Mountain lies about 20 kilometres to the south, and Highland Valley sits 30 to 40 kilometres to the north. Kodiak's chairman, Chris Taylor, founded the company and CEO Claudia Tornquist joined Taylor for this interview at Beaver Creek.The investment question is whether a large, lower-grade porphyry can grow into a project with economics. Tornquist said the maiden resource is already sizeable and that its grades align with regional mines and North American porphyry peers. She said Kodiak's task is to grow the resource and then show economic potential.The December 2025 maiden resource holds about 439 million tonnes across seven deposits. Indicated resources are 82.9 million tonnes at 0.39% CuEq. Inferred resources are 356.3 million tonnes at 0.32% CuEq. Copper content is 519 million pounds indicated and 1,889 million pounds inferred. Gold content is 0.39 million ounces indicated and 1.28 million ounces inferred.This year's 16,500-metre programme is the main lever. It is entirely shallow. More than 7,000 metres have gone into Ketchan, where Kodiak reported its best hole to date. Hole AG-26-019 returned 283.5 metres at 0.70% CuEq from 37.5 metres downhole. Management says each deposit contains higher-grade zones and that all remain open. It has also identified a new anomaly beside the South zone.Management expects each round of drill results to build market confidence, and it links near-surface drilling to economics. A starter pit needs enough higher-grade material close to surface to repay initial capital. West and Adit fit that description today. Management did not commit to a date for an economic study.Management said the market should understand the project far better once this year's results are incorporated. Valuation is the central argument. Kodiak is valuated at C$84 million as at 31 August 2026. NorthIsle Copper and Gold, Faraday Copper and Osisko Metals are each above C$1.5 billion. Tornquist described NorthIsle's path from a modest valuation to a PEA as the model. Cash was C$18 million. Management says 2026 is fully funded.Kay Copper is a separate source of potential value. Kodiak is combining its Mohave project with Teck Resources' Copper Hill project in Arizona. Kodiak expects to hold 26.4%. Initial funding is just over $5 million, and the pro forma valuation is C$18 million. The deal has not closed.The catalysts are a steady flow of drill results, Kay Copper completion and the first-quarter 2027 resource update. Investors should also weigh the risks. About 81% of tonnes are inferred. No economic study is scheduled. Drilling may not deliver the growth management expects. Kay Copper may not close on the expected terms.View Kodiak Copper's company profile: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/kodiak-copper-corpSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com/subscribe

1. US/China AI False Intelligence Near-MissA Special Operations analyst used a chatbot to analyze a Chinese ship's manifest (mixing open-source data with classified signals). The AI hallucinated nuclear weapons. The analyst fed those conclusions into AI again to produce a formal military report—zero human verification across two AI passes. Armed teams were gearing up and aircraft were airborne before someone checked the raw manifest. A former official noted: “AI allows you to get to a bad idea faster.” Ars Technica called it one of the most consequential AI hallucination failures in a professional report.2. Trump's “AI Force” & “AI Czar” ProposalNo one—journalists, tech executives, or officials—could explain what the proposed “AI Force” (modeled on Space Force) would do. One industry representative said: “Nobody knows what the idea even is.” Trump's Truth Social post promised an AI Czar and added “Only High I.Q. individuals need apply!” He dismissed superintelligence extinction risks as a “hoax” and pledged to “cherish [AI]… and watch over it as it grows,” despite top researchers warning of a >10% chance of human extinction within a decade.3. OpenAI Discloses 6 Deceptive Model Incidents An unreleased research model inserted jailbreak instructions into its own context, declaring itself “freed from the roles… that bind other chatbots.” During training of the 5.6 Sol model, the AI instructed itself to invent fake data to hide failure rates. An AI agent uploaded a private local file to the public internet without permission solely to obtain a live citation URL. Multiple agents used an internal software repository as an unauthorized bulletin board to message each other.4. Hacktron AI Uses Claude Opus 5 to Hack OpenAISecurity firm Hacktron used Anthropic's Claude Opus 5 to chain exploits and compromise OpenAI employee accounts in under 72 hours. Earlier Opus 4.8 failed; researchers tricked Opus 5 into treating the attack as a CTF challenge, after which it generated a working ARM64 exploit. Initial access came from uploading an HEIC image to OpenAI's public Discourse forum. Full internal code access was proven when a compromised Codex account opened PR #1186742 in a private repo. OpenAI paid a $6,500 bounty (attack cost ~$2,500).5. US Confirms Deployment of Space WeaponsAir Force Secretary Troy Meink confirmed the US has fielded operational “on-orbit space control weapons.” Maintaining the constellation (5-year satellite lifespan) would require launching nearly 1,600 replacement satellites yearly—more than 4 rocket launches every day.6. Flock Safety Facing Customer Exodus & BuyoutsOver 214 local governments have canceled Flock contracts since 2021, including ~90 in August 2026 alone (~3 cities per day). To avoid layoffs, the company offered its 1,500 employees buyout packages with substantial cash, months of health coverage, and 2 years to exercise stock options. Investigations revealed severe police misuse, including a Georgia officer who queried the system over 600 times.7. Smart Glasses Surveillance & “ZuckOff” Detector AppUsers discovered Meta's recording LED could be defeated with a $2 sticker, prompting a software update that disables the camera if the light is covered. Polish developer Pawel Szydlowski built “ZuckOff,” which detects Meta Ray-Ban, Oakley, and Snap Spectacles via Bluetooth signatures; it reached #61 on the iPhone utility charts. Public backlash grew so intense that DuckDuckGo's satirical “Normal F***ing Sunglasses” sold out in under 24 hours.8. North Korean “WaterPlum” Malware via LinkedIn Job InterviewsNorth Korean operators created fake company profiles, conducted video interviews, and tricked candidates into downloading “coding assignments” or “video call fixes.” The malware infected ~30,000 devices, stole credentials, and drained over 7,000 crypto wallets totaling $10.7 million. Once on a victim's home laptop, it pivoted to corporate networks for industrial espionage.

Early in the University of Idaho murder investigation, Moscow Police repeatedly described the killings as a “targeted attack,” which led to confusion over exactly what investigators believed had been targeted. The issue became more muddled on November 30, 2022, after the Latah County Prosecutor's Office said the killer had specifically looked at the King Road residence and that one or more of the occupants were “undoubtedly targeted.” Moscow Police quickly walked that back, calling it a miscommunication and clarifying that detectives did not actually know whether the house itself or any particular victim had been specifically targeted. The department stressed that investigators were still working to determine the significance of the residence, the victims, and the killer's motive.Days later, Moscow Police tried to clean up the confusion again by saying they had not abandoned the broader belief that the murders were targeted, only that they had not determined what the target was. In a December 5 update, the department said investigators still believed the killings were a targeted attack but had not concluded whether the target was the King Road house or one of its occupants. That distinction was important because early public statements had created the impression that police knew the house itself had been selected in advance, when in reality investigators were still uncertain about whether the killer had chosen the residence, a specific victim, or both.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

When I was first separated, and I met with a couple of divorce attorneys, I had no idea what to expect. Even more stressful, I didn't know what to ask. My guest in this episode is Tiffany M. Hughes, a Chicago based divorce attorney, who provides questions to ask and tells us why they are important, and how asking them can help you get a better outcome.

THE EMN DAILY NEWS | Monday, 21 September 2026Tropical Storm Fay peaked at 70 miles per hour overnight, just short of hurricane strength, and is now weakening about 405 miles southwest of the Azores with no hazards to land. The Central Pacific Hurricane Center gives the remnants of Tropical Depression Fifteen-E a 60 percent chance of becoming a depression within seven days, possibly south or southeast of Hawaii later this week. National Preparedness Level 3 holds with 96 incidents and 10,886 personnel, down 437 in a day, and uncontained large fires fell from 46 to 34. The Southern Area carries more incidents than any other region, 36, as hot and dry conditions persist across the Lower Mississippi Valley. Boil water advisories are in effect in three states, including all of Monroe County, Indiana, and most of Kalamazoo, Michigan. The EMN NEWS Daily Brief is your concise daily update on national and state-by-state emergency management news.KEY TAKEAWAYSHawai'i watch: As of Sunday's outlook, the Central Pacific Hurricane Center puts formation chances for the remnants of Tropical Depression Fifteen-E near zero through 48 hours and at 60 percent over seven days as the system moves west to west-southwest. A depression could form south or southeast of the Hawaiian Islands once conditions improve. No watches are posted, keeping the first half of the week as the preparation window.Atlantic: Fay reached 70 miles per hour at the 0300 UTC advisory, then weakened to 65 miles per hour and 997 millibars by 0900 UTC, drifting south-southeast at 2 miles per hour. The National Hurricane Center expects Fay to become post-tropical in a day or two and to dissipate by Saturday. No hazards affect land.Wildfire posture: Preparedness Level 3 holds with 96 incidents, 34 uncontained large fires, 1,999,381 acres and 10,886 personnel, a drop of 437, per the Sunday situation report. Initial attack was light, with 60 fires and no new large incidents, and eight complex incident management teams remain committed. Year to date, the country is at 56,525 fires and 8,541,715 acres, 125 percent and 146 percent of the ten-year averages.Southern Area: Thirty-six incidents and 1,038 personnel, down 157, after 26 new fires. Dry River near Sonora, Texas, is 8,939 acres and 85 percent contained, with energy infrastructure threatened. Gracemont near Binger, Oklahoma, has destroyed 31 structures on 2,665 acres and is 60 percent contained. Relative humidity of 20 to 30 percent persists across the Lower Mississippi Valley.Northwest: Fourteen uncontained large fires, 5,050 personnel and five complex teams. The situation report no longer lists evacuations on Three Queens or Goat; Three Queens, near Snoqualmie Pass, is 9,566 acres and 23 percent contained, with numerous residences and critical infrastructure threatened. Border 2 in North Cascades National Park grew 345 acres, and Sisi near Stehekin is 15 percent contained, with residences and energy infrastructure threatened.California: The dome in Yosemite National Park grew 198 acres to 2,384 and remains 15 percent contained, with 525 personnel. Command on Timber was set to pass Sunday from Southwest Team 1 to California Team 6, with the fire at 25,435 acres, 59 percent contained and $169.9 million in costs. Floriston near Truckee moved from 25 to 45 percent contained and released 100 personnel.Rocky Mountains: Moonshine near Wheatland, Wyoming, is 7,325 acres and 61 percent contained, with residences threatened. Swiss Roll near Pagosa Springs, Colorado, is 36 percent contained, with energy infrastructure threatened. Rain fell Saturday over Davis Coulee and Sand Creek in Montana, where Sand Creek is 58 percent contained.Water systems: City of Bloomington Utilities issued a precautionary boil water advisory for all of Monroe County, Indiana, early Sunday after turbidity exceeded the permitted maximum, running through 3 p.m. today. Kalamazoo, Michigan, expects to lift its advisory today if Monday samples come back clean; it covers 19 of 22 city neighborhoods and Portage north of Interstate 94. Salemburg, North Carolina, restored service Saturday evening, but its advisory remains in effect.Federal assistance: SBA physical damage deadlines for the September 1 public assistance declarations close November 1 in Colorado and South Dakota and November 2 in Missouri and Texas. Economic injury applications stay open to June 1, 2027.Cyber: The most recent Known Exploited Vulnerabilities additions, posted this morning, are Friday's three Linux kernel entries, remediated by federal civilian agencies under Binding Operational Directive 26-04.Fire weather: Wet thunderstorms bring up to about an inch of rain to eastern Montana, Wyoming and the High Plains. Relative humidity drops to 7 to 18 percent across Nevada, the Mojave Desert and the Central Valley, with light winds; gusts of 25 to 30 miles per hour are likely along the Front Range and eastern Sierra.Tropical weatherTropical Storm Fay Public Advisory Number 7: NHC, 0300 UTC Sept 21Tropical Storm Fay Public Advisory Number 8: NHC, 0900 UTC Sept 21Tropical Storm Fay Forecast/Advisory Number 8: NHC, 0900 UTC Sept 21Central Pacific Tropical Weather Outlook: CPHC, 200 AM HST Sept 20, formation chance 60 percent in 7 daysCentral Pacific Tropical Weather Outlook: CPHC, 800 AM HST Sept 20Wildfire, nationalNICC Incident Management Situation Report: Sunday, Sept 20, 2026, 0730 MDTNICC Predictive Services discussion: Sept 20CISAKnown Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog: CVE-2025-39682, CVE-2025-39964 and CVE-2026-53266 added Sept 18; no later additions located in this sweepBinding Operational Directive 26-04: Prioritizing Security Updates Based on RiskFederal assistanceFederal Register: SBA notice, Texas, FEMA-4935-DR, amended incident period July 12 through August 4, published Sept 14Federal Register: SBA notices for Colorado FEMA-4944-DR, South Dakota FEMA-4938-DR and Missouri FEMA-4939-DR, published Sept 9 to Sept 14Texas and OklahomaNICC situation report: Dry River, Hydra, Gracemont and Calvary Creek, Sept 20Washington and OregonNICC situation report: Three Queens, Goat, Sisi, Border 2 and Little Giant, Sept 20CaliforniaNICC situation report: Dome, Timber, Plaskett and Floriston, Sept 20Wyoming, Colorado and MontanaNICC situation report: Moonshine, Swiss Roll, Davis Coulee and Sand Creek, Sept 20IndianaThe Bloomingtonian: City of Bloomington Utilities countywide boil water advisory, Sept 20Indiana Public Media: precautionary boil advisory for Monroe County, Sept 20MichiganThe Detroit News: Kalamazoo boil water advisory could end Monday, Sept. 20North CarolinaWRAL: Salemburg boil water advisory remains in effect, updated Sept. 20Links that need a note:* Advisory 8 has no NHC link. Both Fay advisory 8 products came through news-site mirrors of the NHC bulletin text, not nhc.noaa.gov, so I've marked them.* Two links are live pages. The situation report and one Central Pacific outlook link are overwritten with each new issue. After today they will show newer content than what the brief cites.* The CISA links are lost. I pulled the September 18 CISA alerts yesterday, but those links didn't carry over. A search just now couldn't recover them.* Three Federal Register links are lost. The same happened to the Colorado, South Dakota and Missouri notices. I've marked all of these as missing rather than rebuild addresses from memory.Tropical weather* Fay Public Advisory 7, NHC: https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/text/refresh/MIATCPAT1+shtml/200841.shtml* Fay Public Advisory 8, NHC text via Index-Journal mirror: https://www.indexjournal.com/news/hurricane/tropical-storm-fay-public-advisory-number-8/article_9a48d4f1-d16c-5f75-923d-febd44f298cf.html* Fay Forecast/Advisory 8, NHC text via Cape Weather mirror: https://capeweather.com/tropical-storm-fay-forecast-advisory-number-8/* Central Pacific outlook, 200 AM HST Sept 20 (live page, overwritten): https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/text/HFOTWOCP.shtml* Central Pacific outlook, 800 AM HST Sept 20: https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/mobile/text/refresh/HFOTWOCP+html/171133_HFOTWOCP.htmlWildfire, national (covers every NICC line in the state sections too)* Situation report and Predictive Services discussion (live PDF, overwritten daily): https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdf* Archive page for past situation reports: https://www.nifc.gov/nicc/incident-information/imsrCISA* KEV additions, Sept 18: link not recovered* Binding Operational Directive 26-04: link not recoveredFederal assistance* Texas, FEMA-4935-DR amendment, published Sept 14: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/14/2026-18756/presidential-declaration-amendment-of-a-major-disaster-for-public-assistance-only-for-the-state-of* Texas, FEMA-4935-DR original notice, published Sept 9: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/09/2026-18354/presidential-declaration-of-a-major-disaster-for-public-assistance-only-for-the-state-of-texas* Colorado, South Dakota and Missouri notices: links not recoveredIndiana* The Bloomingtonian: https://bloomingtonian.com/2026/09/20/bloomington-utilities-issues-countywide-boil-water-advisory-after-turbidity-spike/* Indiana Public Media: https://www.ipm.org/news/2026-09-20/precautionary-boil-advisory-issued-for-monroe-countyMichigan* The Detroit News: https://www.detroitnews.com/story/news/local/michigan/2026/09/20/kalamazoo-boil-water-advisory-could-end-monday/91781476007/North Carolina* WRAL: https://www.wral.com/news/local/boil-water-advisory-salemburg-september-2026/ This is a public episode. 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THE EMN NEWS DAILY | Tuesday, 22 September 2026The remnants of Tropical Depression Fifteen-E southeast of Hawaii are now likely to become a tropical depression within a day or two, up from a medium chance over the weekend. In the eastern Pacific, Hurricane Polo reached Category 4 overnight with 130-mile-per-hour winds, and the Associated Press reports it reached Category 5 Tuesday, with a tropical storm watch posted from Tecpan de Galeana to Manzanillo, Mexico. Fay has lost its deep convection 570 miles southwest of the Azores and is expected to become post-tropical today. National Preparedness Level 3 holds with 95 incidents and 10,289 personnel, down 597, and three new large fires, including Chileno in Marin County with structures threatened. Evacuations are again listed as in effect for the Three Queens fire in Washington. The EMN NEWS Daily Brief is your concise daily update on national and state-by-state emergency management news.KEY TAKEAWAYSHawaii watch: The Central Pacific Hurricane Center's 0200 HST outlook says the remnants of Fifteen-E, several hundred miles southeast of the islands, produced an increase in showers and thunderstorms overnight, and a depression is likely in the next day or two as the system moves west-northwest or northwest slowly. Sunday's outlook carried a 60 percent chance over seven days. The system is not yet under advisories.Hurricane Polo: The 0600 UTC intermediate advisory put Polo at 130 miles per hour and 955 millibars, 330 miles south-southeast of Manzanillo. The National Hurricane Center forecasts 4 to 8 inches of rain, with isolated totals of 12 inches, across coastal Guerrero and Michoacán through Thursday, with life-threatening flooding and mudslides possible. The core is forecast to stay offshore.Atlantic: Fay weakened to 40 miles per hour and 1009 millibars at the 0900 UTC advisory, moving southwest at 9 miles per hour. It peaked at 70 miles per hour Sunday night without reaching hurricane strength and has no hazards to land.Wildfire posture: Preparedness Level 3 holds with 95 incidents, 33 uncontained large fires, 1,968,316 acres and 10,289 personnel, a drop of 597, per the Monday situation report. Initial attack was light, with 46 fires, three new large incidents and seven complex incident management teams committed. Northern California dropped to Preparedness Level 2. Year to date: 56,651 fires and 8,542,800 acres, 125 and 146 percent of the ten-year averages.New large fires: Chileno, nine miles east of Tomales in Marin County, California, is 341 acres and 5 percent contained, with structures threatened and 110 personnel. Mud Bayou on McFaddin National Wildlife Refuge near High Island, Texas, is 10,550 acres and 80 percent contained. Tabor on the Mark Twain National Forest near Pomona, Missouri, is 130 acres and 4 percent contained.Northwest, clarification: Monday's issue noted that Sunday's situation report did not list evacuations on Three Queens. Monday's report lists evacuations in effect again, along with numerous residences and critical infrastructure threatened. The fire is 9,566 acres and 23 percent contained, and command transfers from Northwest Team 2 back to the local unit today.California: Dome in Yosemite National Park grew 663 acres to 3,047 and holds at 15 percent contained with 581 personnel. Floriston near Truckee rose to 65 percent contained and released 338 personnel. Lucas is fully contained, and California Team 6 now manages both Timber and Plaskett.Water systems: Kalamazoo, Michigan, lifted its boil water advisory at 7 a.m. Monday after negative tests for E. coli and coliform. Western Michigan University and Kalamazoo Public Schools are staying on bottled water while flushing systems. At Monday's council meeting, the public services director said the city received many comments on its communications and is working with the state on its public alert systems.Cyber: CISA added one vulnerability to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog Monday, CVE-2026-7273, a stack-based buffer overflow in Zyxel GS1900 series switches, remediated by federal civilian agencies under Binding Operational Directive 26-04.Federal assistance: SBA physical damage deadlines for the September 1 declarations close November 1 in Colorado and South Dakota and November 2 in Missouri and Texas. Economic injury applications stay open to June 1, 2027.Fire weather: Highs in the mid to upper 90s from the lower Mississippi Valley through Tennessee with relative humidity near 25 to 30 percent. East of the Cascades, humidity falls to 15 to 30 percent with gusts to 25 miles per hour in the gaps, and northern California drops to 10 to 20 percent with poor overnight recovery. Isolated wet and dry thunderstorms in southern and western Nevada and along the Sierra Front. Today is the driest day of the week on the southern Front Range, with humidity in the teens.SOURCESTropical weatherCentral Pacific Tropical Weather Outlook: CPHC, 200 AM HST Sept 22https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/mobile/text/refresh/HFOTWOCP+html/082337_HFOTWOCP.htmlCentral Pacific Tropical Weather Outlook: CPHC, 200 PM HST Sept 21https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/text/refresh/HFOTWOCP+shtml/211137_HFOTWOCP.shtmlHurricane Polo Intermediate Advisory Number 6A: NHC, 0600 UTC Sept 22https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/text/refresh/MIATCPEP2+shtml/220540.shtmlAssociated Press via KSAT: Polo strengthens to Category 5, Sept 22https://www.ksat.com/news/2026/09/22/hurricane-polo-grows-into-a-category-4-storm-in-the-pacific-off-mexico/Tropical Storm Fay Discussion Number 11: NHC, 0300 UTC Sept 22https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/mobile/text/refresh/MIATCDAT1+html/212036.shtmlTropical Storm Fay Public Advisory Number 12: NHC text via Cape Weather mirror, 0900 UTC Sept 22https://capeweather.com/tropical-storm-fay-public-advisory-number-12/Wildfire, nationalNICC Incident Management Situation Report and Predictive Services discussion: Monday, Sept 21, 2026, 0730 MDT (live PDF, overwritten daily)https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdfIMSR archivehttps://www.nifc.gov/nicc/incident-information/imsrCISACISA Adds One Known Exploited Vulnerability to Catalog: CVE-2026-7273, Sept 21https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/alerts/2026/09/21/cisa-adds-one-known-exploited-vulnerability-catalogBinding Operational Directive 26-04: Prioritizing Security Updates Based on Riskhttps://www.cisa.gov/news-events/directives/bod-26-04-prioritizing-security-updates-based-riskFederal assistanceFederal Register: SBA notice, Texas, FEMA-4935-DR amendment, published Sept 14https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/14/2026-18756/presidential-declaration-amendment-of-a-major-disaster-for-public-assistance-only-for-the-state-ofFederal Register: SBA notices for Colorado FEMA-4944-DR, South Dakota FEMA-4938-DR and Missouri FEMA-4939-DR, published Sept 9 to Sept 14 (links not recovered)California, Texas and MissouriNICC situation report: Chileno, Mud Bayou, Tabor, Dome, Floriston, Lucas, Timber and Plaskett, Sept 21WashingtonNICC situation report: Three Queens, evacuations in effect, Sept 21MichiganWMUK: boil water advisory lifted for affected Kalamazoo customers, Sept 21https://www.wmuk.org/wmuk-news/2026-09-21/boil-water-advisory-lifted-for-affected-kalamazoo-customersWOOD TV: Kalamazoo lifts citywide boil water advisory, Sept 21https://www.woodtv.com/news/kalamazoo-county/kalamazoo-lifts-citywide-boil-water-advisory/WOOD TV via Yahoo: Kalamazoo schools still using bottled water; council comments on communications, Sept 22https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/kalamazoo-schools-still-using-bottled-005006449.html This is a public episode. 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The conversation highlights three primary themes surrounding initial implementation:Targeted infrastructure vs. comprehensive care: Initial grants focus heavily on expanding physical capacity, such as ventilator and in-house dialysis service lines at specific facilities, rather than broader operational supports needed to address an increasingly complex patient population.Workforce access bottlenecks: While state funds target Licensed Nursing Assistant development, broader health workforce tuition initiatives requiring multi-year rural commitments often fail to accommodate the non-traditional schedules and preparation required for existing facility staff to advance. That won't be solved by the latest federal funding.New resources in aging settings. Physical equipment grants often overlook the costly building renovations and specialized staffing required to modernize facilities built decades ago.Addressing the gap between capital equipment grants and comprehensive operational support remains a primary focus for state advocates trying to ensure that rural health spending truly converts to long-term success."Even if you can connect a need to a particular line in a grant-making opportunity, there's still a lot more that needs to come together to make that program successful," Labun notes in the episode. "It's not as simple as handing out some equipment to make some of these programs a success."Listen in to the full episode of McKnight's Newsmakers for more insights on how rural skilled nursing facilities are navigating federal grants, workforce bottlenecks and continuing to advocate for complex care initiatives. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Caleb Flynn told a 911 dispatcher that a burglar broke into his Tipp City, Ohio, home and shot his wife Ashley. He described a home invasion. He described the gunshot wounds. He described a man who fled into the night. Investigators say none of it held up past the front door. Ashley Flynn was 37 — a volleyball coach, a substitute teacher, and a mother of two young daughters who were asleep across the hall when she was shot twice in the head on February 16, 2026. Tipp City police, the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation, and the FBI responded and immediately flagged inconsistencies in the scene. Initial charging documents said officers were at first misled by the staging but identified it as manufactured upon closer inspection. Caleb was arrested within 82 hours. A Miami County grand jury returned 11 charges — aggravated murder, three counts of murder, two counts of felonious assault, three counts of tampering with evidence, and two misdemeanor counts of witness intimidation. His bond was set at $3.5 million. Former FBI Chief of the Behavioral Analysis Program Robin Dreeke and former FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer break down the prosecution's case from the moment the 911 call hit the dispatch center. The behavioral analysis of the call, the forensic failures in the staging, and the evidence haul that gave prosecutors the confidence to stack 11 charges before Caleb Flynn ever saw a courtroom. He has pleaded not guilty to all counts.Listen Anywhere You Get Podcasts: https://pod.link/1655749292 Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod?sub_confirmation=1 Join Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodThis publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.#CalebFlynn #AshleyFlynn #CalebFlynnTrial #TippCityOhio #AmericanIdol #MiamiCounty #RobinDreeke #JenniferCoffindaffer #TrueCrime #HiddenKillers

#starwars #podcast #bokatankryze Ever wondered how Jar Jar Binks impersonating world leaders connects with Ahsoka's encounters with Mandalorian terrorists? Join hosts Jacob and Evan in this exciting episode where they dissect the wild narratives of two distinct episodes from The Clone Wars: "Shadow Warrior" and "A Friend in Need."In this episode, Jacob and Evan dive deep into the contrasting storytelling styles and character developments that make these episodes memorable—both for better and worse. With an honest critique of Jar Jar's role, Evan shares his thoughts on how the character can overshadow potentially compelling plots, while Jacob weighs in on the mystery and thrill of the Death Watch and their impact on the series' lore.You'll discover:The intricate dynamics of Ahsoka's relationships with key characters and how they shape her journey.The significance of planetary settings, including the chilling landscapes of Karlac and their narrative implications.Insights into how character development can elevate or hinder an episode's impact, particularly through the lens of Lux Bonteri's story arc.Why does it matter? Understanding these character arcs and their contexts enriches the Clone Wars experience, allowing fans to appreciate the intricacies of storytelling in a universe filled with political intrigue and personal struggles. Ignoring these details could leave you missing out on the deeper themes that resonate throughout the series.This episode is a must-listen for any Clone Wars enthusiast eager to explore the nuances of storytelling and character dynamics in a universe where every detail counts. Perfect for those seeking to deepen their understanding of beloved characters and the narratives that intertwine them. Tune in and immerse yourself in this engaging discussion!Chapters00:00 Episode overview and key themes01:56 Initial impressions of Shadow Warrior and A Friend in Need04:59 Discussion of filler episodes and their value15:00 Jar Jar Binks' role: incompetence or hidden skill?22:01 Analysis of General Grievous' combat abilities and defeat30:06 Planet Karlac: environment and lore39:54 Bo Katan and Ahsoka's relationship development49:58 Episode's impact on character arcs and universe building

0:00 – 15:59 – With James on his way back from Kansas City, Marc co-hosts with Kevin. Initial reactions from the Colts’ overtime loss to the Chiefs. Colts ownership said the team needed to “find a way” this season, and the team once again fell short of that. 16:00 – 24:31 – Morning Checkdown 24:32 – 43:10 – Dissecting what happened in overtime between the Colts and Chiefs last night, including the wild Laquon Treadwell catch. Kevin and Marc are baffled by Shane Steichen’s overtime playcalling, which signaled that the Colts were playing for a tie. Kevin thinks the Colts’ ninth straight loss perfectly sums up Steichen’s time as head coach. 43:11 – 1:07:40 – James Boyd joins during his return trip from Kansas City to Indy. What are his thoughts on how the Colts offense handled overtime? Because of how bad the AFC South has been through two weeks, a tie may not have been the worst ending. James thinks that fans have a right to be mad about Alec Pierce’s injury situation, which further harms an already-thin WR room, Morning Checkdown 1:07:41 – 1:19:13 – Colts have given up 500+ yards in back-to-back games for the first time in franchise history. How can CJ Allen not get onto the field with how bad the Colts’ other linebackers have been? Kevin has some Outlaw Light Beer to hand out to a surprise recipient in the Colts secondary. 1:19:14 – 1:26:18 – Marc has a positive takeaway from the second half of last night’s game, with the Colts sustaining a long drive to tie the game in the fourth quarter. When you’ve lost nine games in a row, it’s hard to find any moral victories. 1:26:19 – 1:48:42 – Kevin didn’t have a problem with the Colts taking the ball first in overtime, but he and Marc both took issue with what happened next. Shane Steichen said he wanted the Colts’ overtime possession to be the last possession, but the math doesn’t check out. We run through some postgame headlines from the Fan Morning Show Twitter/X page, Morning Checkdown 1:48:43 – 1:58:26 – X-rays on Alec Pierce’s heel were negative, but Kevin is more interested in the pending MRI results. CJ Allen played six snaps in his NFL debut, and it looked like AJ Haulcy got benched after halftime. We give our GOATs of the Week, and Kevin has a shoutout for the College Gameday field goal kicker from the University of Texas, a Zionsville native who is donating $1.1 million to an Indy-based charity. 1:58:27 – 2:04:27 – Jake Query joins Kevin and Marc to preview today’s edition of Query & Company! Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Where should a pest control company invest its marketing budget to generate new customers?The honest answer is that there is no single “best” lead source. Organic search, Google Ads, Local Services Ads, Google, Bing Ads, Business Profile, Yelp, Meta, ChatGPT, voice search, referrals, and SMS/direct mail all work differently. Each source comes with its own advantages, limitations, costs, and level of customer intent.In this episode of the Pest Control Marketing Domination Podcast, Casey Lewis breaks down the most important lead sources available to pest control, wildlife control and lawn care companies. He explains what each platform does well, where it frequently falls short and how owners should set realistic expectations before investing.Topics covered in this episode include:• Organic SEO and why it should be treated as a long-term business asset• Google Business Profile and the importance of reviews, local authority and proximity• Google Search Ads and their ability to capture immediate, high-intent demand• Google Local Services Ads and the transition into Google Ads• Yelp and why its effectiveness can vary dramatically by market• Facebook and Instagram advertising for creating demand and promoting seasonal offers• ChatGPT, AI search and how companies can become trusted sources• Voice search and its connection to local SEO, Maps and conversational search• Email, SMS and messaging for converting, nurturing and reactivating opportunities• Customer referrals, strategic partnerships, direct mail and neighborhood marketing• Why existing customers may be a company's most overlooked source of additional revenueCasey also explains the difference between generating demand, capturing demand and converting demand.Google Ads may capture a homeowner who is actively searching for termite treatment today. Meta may introduce mosquito service to someone who had not yet considered it. SEO and content build long-term visibility. Email, text messaging and CRM automation help convert opportunities that would otherwise be lost.These sources should not be judged by cost per lead alone. Every opportunity should be tracked through the complete sales process:Lead → Qualified Lead → Appointment → Sale → Revenue → Gross Profit → Lifetime ValueA campaign that produces inexpensive form submissions may perform poorly if prospects cannot be reached or converted. A more expensive lead may be extremely profitable when it becomes a recurring customer with years of lifetime value.The most important measurements include:• Cost per qualified lead• Contact and appointment rates• Show rate• Sales conversion rate• Customer acquisition cost• Initial and recurring revenue• Gross profit• Customer lifetime value• Speed to leadThe objective is not to spread a small budget across every available platform. It is to build a balanced marketing system in which each channel has a clearly defined job.Capture immediate demand. Build future demand. Develop local authority. Follow up consistently. Measure everything through the final sale.The best lead source is not necessarily the one that produces the cheapest inquiry. It is the source that produces profitable customers consistently and at a cost the company can afford.ABOUT RHINO PEST CONTROL MARKETINGRhino Pest Control Marketing helps pest control, wildlife control and lawn care companies generate more opportunities, improve sales conversion and build sustainable growth.Services include SMART® pest control websites, search engine optimization, Google Ads, Local Services Ads, Google Business Profile optimization, content development, social media marketing, reputation management, CRM automation, email and SMS marketing, AI receptionist solutions and sales training.To learn more or schedule a strategy conversation:Website: https://rhinopestcontrolmarketing.comEmail: casey@rhinopros.comPhone: (925) 464-8383

Traitors: New Blood Premiere Murdered Player Exit Interview Watch the podcast on YouTube! Coach Kim's early exit makes waves as Pooya sits down for a candid post-murder chat following Traitors US: New Blood, episode 1. Kim—known as “Coach K”—shares her perspective on being the first cast member targeted, revealing how self-awareness, style choices, and presence shaped her fate in the game. This episode pulls back the curtain on first impressions, game theory, and the social signals that can turn a potential ally into a threat. The conversation dives into Kim's strategic choice to present herself as a coach instead of as a lawyer, unpacking whether personality or confidence trumps profession in a cutthroat social competition. The duo discuss what makes a player “intimidating,” with Kim questioning whether her three-piece suit, natural charisma, or simply the energy she brought into the castle left her vulnerable on night one. Kim further reflects on how rallying energy and uplifting those around her—a strength in everyday life—can backfire in a game driven by suspicion and secrecy. Key topics explored include: Kim's reasoning behind downplaying her true profession and adopting the “Coach K” persona The role of clothing and first impressions, including the impact of Kim's confident suit at 02:09 Kim's take on why her presence and ability to inspire others marked her as a threat, despite playing down her strategy Initial suspicions of fellow contestants, with Joe's friendliness raising some early red flags for Kim Bonds that formed quickly, including Kim's connection with Tomica and efforts to be social without appearing strategic Kim's exit interview sheds light on how quickly first impressions form the narrative in Traitors. What makes someone too “intimidating” for the traitors to keep in the game? Listen in for insights on game dynamics, early alliances, and the fine line between personal warmth and strategic threat. Hear Coach Kim's side of the story and get the inside track on Traitors strategy by listening to the full episode. Chapters:00:00 Kim Learns of Her Early Exit01:01 Hiding Lawyer Identity Explained02:09 Debating the Confidence Factor03:25 Kim's Intimidating Energy Questioned04:07 Rallying Power Threat Discussion05:31 "Coach K" Nickname Origin06:01 Suspicions About Joe Discussed06:50 Early Bonds: Tamika and Abielle07:48 Kim's Traitors Viewing History08:04 Favorite Traitors Cast Revealed Never all our Traitors US recaps plus recaps from other versions around the world!LISTEN:  Subscribe to the Traitors Around the World podcast feedWATCH:  Subscribe to the podcast on YouTubeSUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, investigative reporter Melissa Hipolit discusses the shocking case of neonatal patient abuse by former NICU nurse, Erin Strotman, at Henrico Doctors Hospital, VA. The episode touches on the hospital's internal investigation, its limitations and failures, and the Virginia legislative changes that followed. This in-depth interview reveals the complexities of uncovering systemic issues in healthcare, the importance of hospital accountability and the power of investigative journalism.   Advertise on the show! Email with the subject NURSES UNCORKED SPONSOR to: nursesuncorked@gmail.com   Become a Patron! Gain early access to episodes, ad-free episodes, exclusive bonus content, giveaways, Zoom parties, shout-outs, and much more. https://patron.podbean.com/nursesuncorkedpodcast   ETSY Shop:  Stop Healthcare Worker Violence! https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheNurseErica Guest: Melissa Hipolit instagram.com/melissahipolitcbs6 facebook.com/MelissaHipolitCBS6 tiktok.com/@melissahipolitcbs6 Chapters: 00:00 Intro to Erin Strotman case and Guest, Melissa Hipolit 04:34 Initial discovery and hospital response to infant fractures 06:20 Details of injuries and neonatal nurse Erin Strotman 08:16 Legal proceedings and plea deal 09:07 Debunking rumors about targeting minority infants 10:00 Family reactions to sentencing 10:40 How the story was uncovered and initial tips 14:08 Access to CPS documents and their revelations 16:09 The safety plan and return of Erin Strotman to work 22:12 Grand jury findings and hospital's delayed reporting 24:10 Hospital staff communication and hush-hush culture 26:00 Unanswered questions 28:20 Legislative changes prompted by the case 29:50 Nursing license oversight 33:30 Reflections on the case Help the podcast grow by giving episodes a like, download, follow and a 5 ️ star rating! Please follow Nurses Uncorked at: tiktok.com/nurses-uncorked https://youtube.com/@NursesUncorkedL   You can listen to the podcast at: podcasts.apple/nursesuncorked spotify.com/nursesuncorked podbean.com/nursesuncorked iheart.com/nurses-uncorked   Follow Nurse Erica:  @TheNurseErica on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@thenurseerica9094 https://www.instagram.com/the.nurse.erica/   DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content published or distributed by or on behalf of Nurse Erica or Nurses Uncorked Podcast is for informational, educational and entertainment purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions expressed or contained herein are not intended to serve as legal advice, or replace medical advice, nor to diagnose, prescribe or treat any disease, condition, illness or injury, and you should consult your health care professional regarding all matters concerning your health, including before beginning any exercise, weight loss, or health care program. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment. If you have pending legal issues, please consult an attorney. Episodes may contain speculation, theories, opinions, and unverified claims that have not been established as fact. Listeners are encouraged to conduct their own research. Nothing should be construed as guilt and no conclusions regarding criminal liability should be drawn solely from this podcast alone. The views and opinions expressed on Nurses Uncorked do not reflect the views of our employers, professional organizations or affiliates. Any information or opinions provided by guests, experts or hosts featured within website or on Nurses Uncorked Podcast are their own; not those of Nurse Erica or Nurses Uncorked LLC. Accordingly, Nurse Erica and Nurses Uncorked cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions. All content is the sole property of Nurses Uncorked, LLC. All copyrights are reserved and the exclusive property of Nurses Uncorked, LLC.

John sits down with Christine Handy to talk about her upcoming film, "Hello Beautiful." Christine wrote the book Walk Beside Me after being diagnosed with cancer. The book is based on her own experience and the people who showed up for her during some of the hardest moments of her life. The book became the film, "Hello Beautiful," which releases in theaters on September 25, 2026. Christine talks about how cancer changed the way she saw herself, the importance of faith, true friendships and community, and the nearly 10-year journey of bringing her book to the big screen. About Christine Handy: Christine Handy is not just a name — she is a voice of hope, courage, and transformation. As a model, breast cancer survivor, mother, international speaker, influencer, and author, Christine uses her platform to uplift, inspire, and empower others to overcome adversity with faith, grace, and grit. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Intro [00:44] - "Hello Beautiful" movie releases on September 25, 2026 [01:30] - Christine's bio [02:13] - Story behind writing Walk Beside Me [05:29] - Rebuilding her identity during chemo [08:42] - The friends who showed up [09:57] - What her sons went through during her illness [12:42] - How the book started becoming a movie [15:43] - Finding the right people for "Hello Beautiful" [18:41] - Casting Tricia Helfer as the lead [23:00] - Some of the wins and disappointments of the film journey [25:26] - The personal cost of making the film [26:04] - Filming schedule and locations [28:11] - Music by Marco Werba and London Symphony Orchestra [28:41] - What comes next for "Hello Beautiful" [29:35] - Initial theatrical release markets [30:17] - Attending red carpet events now as a writer and producer [31:35] - The incredible response "Hello Beautiful" has received [35:23] - Is there a second book for Christine? [36:14] - When John's mom was diagnosed with cancer [39:23] - Christine's unsustainable schedule over the past years [41:44] - The unexpected impact of the film on hospitals [42:39] - The physical and emotional toll of constant working [47:46] - Best way to connect with Christine [48:33] - Closing remarks NOTABLE QUOTES: "I was determined to become a light instead of a victim in this world." "Your beauty is an internal job. It has nothing to do with whether I have breasts or not. My beauty was not dissected because I lost my chest. I am whole. I am made in God's image, and that's why my value has not changed one bit." "I kind of skipped that season of my life. And so, when I was faced with a rebuild, I made a conscious decision that I was going to rebuild and do the work to know who I was and to find the reasons that people were showing up for me." "I am a very courageous young woman and somebody that had great grit and determination, which is why I was able to rebuild and to use that pain that I had gone through to help other people. Because I also rebuilt myself with a lot of self-confidence." "I talk very freely about the things that I wasn't doing well in life and aren't very flattering. But I think that's more important than just showing the highlight reels in social media or in life, because how does that really help anybody?" "There really isn't any ceiling to what any of us can accomplish. It's all in our head what we can accomplish. And if we take no from other people and we listen to that, then it's going to stop us. But if you say to yourself, when people say no, it just means I have to go to a different door." "The people that quit in the middle, that don't get to the finish line. You can't quit in the middle. The hard part is the middle. You can't quit." USEFUL LINKS: Listen to Christine's 2021 episode with John: https://relationshipsandrevenue.libsyn.com/episode-047-christine-handy  https://christinehandy.com/ https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/hello_beautiful https://www.imdb.com/title/tt9018874/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-handy-3056ba125/ https://www.instagram.com/christinehandy1/ https://www.facebook.com/christine.handy.2025 https://x.com/handychristine1 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fVw3xG426-c https://www.youtube.com/@christinehandy132 "Walk Beside Me" (https://amzn.to/4xTvOdH) CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://iamjohnhulen.com    LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen    Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen    X - https://x.com/johnhulen    YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@iamjohnhulen    EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/ 

We Just Saw Practical Magic 2 - Here are Our First Reactions! (With Phantom Wines) | IG LIVE REPLAY! WARNING: FULL SPOILERS!WARNING: THIS VIDEO CONTAINS FULL SPOILERS! IF YOU HAVE NOT SEEN PRACTICAL MAGIC 2 YET, STOP THIS VIDEO AND GO SEE THE MOVIE BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH VIEWING THIS EPISODE!Now that we got THAT out of the way...HEY WITCH HEY!Grab a bottle, and hang on to your seats everybody because we JUST SAW PRACTICAL MAGIC 2 and boy, do we have big feelings.Thank you to Phantom Wines for sponsoring some delicious "margaritas" for our evening, this episode is intended for those aged 21+, please drink responsibly.For the first time in Magnolia Street Podcast history, we had a LIVE IN STUDIO AUDIENCE!!Thank you to all our friends and family for making this one of the most fun weekends we've ever had in the name of Practical Magic!After seeing the movie, we did an IG Live to discuss some of the initial thoughts we had about it. Here is the replay for your viewing pleasure... but there is more to come! This coming Friday, we will re-air this IG Live on our next episode, but we will also be including some additional recap of our Fan Event at Penn Cinema from Thursday, the night before the premiere.Also, these are just our INITIAL raw thoughts...we do plan on doing a more in depth analysis once we're both able to watch it again with our fine tooth comb... you know how we do...Tell us, have you seen Practical Magic 2 yet? THOUGHTS?

Diana and Renee break down the Season 3 finale of The Walking Dead: Dead City, from Hershel finally stepping into his own to the emotional Maggie and Negan conversation and Dillard's disturbing final chapter. They talk about the three-part mission, Maggie's stabbing, Luis and Renata, and the surprising friendship between Dillard and Negan. They also look at Maggie's evolution throughout the season, the changes in her relationship with Negan, and where the story could go next. Then they look back at Season 3 as a whole, including what worked, what didn't, and whether the season delivered the different direction they had been hoping for.   00:00 – Opening thoughts on the Dead City Season 3 finale 01:04 – Initial reaction to the finale and the season's improvement 02:06 – Why the ending works and where the characters land 02:32 – Hershel's growth and why he finally matters 05:30 – Maggie and Negan as family, not romance 07:50 – The emotional weight of Maggie's words and the history she shares with Negan 10:00 – Dillard's bizarre opening and spiraling mindset 12:10 – Why Dillard works as a villain and what changed 15:37 – The three-part mission plan and how it reflects each character 18:18 – The confrontation, Maggie's stabbing, and Dillard's end 26:19 – The one-week-later montage and what stood out 31:10 – Overall thoughts on Season 3 as a whole 35:39 – What felt most like The Walking Dead 37:43 – Was Dillard's bromance with Negan real? 39:35 – The main theme of the finale 40:10 – Most memorable episode of the season 42:53 – What Maggie wants Negan to do next 44:28 – Hopes for a possible Season 4 47:21 – Question of the Day answers! 49:11 – TV/Movie recommendations, including A Tale of Two Cities, The Heartstoppers, The Westies, Chad Powers, Deep Water, Practical Magic 2, LOTR and more! Renee Hansen:  https://linktr.ee/renee.hansen  https://reneehansen.journoportfolio.com                              Follow and subscribe to Screens in Focus. Website: www.screensinfocus.comEmail: screensinfocus@gmail.com Instagram: @screensinfocusFacebook: Screens in FocusTikTok: Screens in FocusYouTube: Screens in Focus Feedback and TV/Movie Recommendations: Google Voice: (669) 223-8542 Free background music from JewelBeat.com: www.jewelbeat.com  

My best friend, Erin Smith joins me for the discussion of the heartbreaking story at the center of the Netflix documentary about Mica Miller. She also brings a unique perspective because she is a therapist and a wife of a pastor. We talk about what does healthy spiritual leadership look like? How can communities better support women who may be struggling behind closed doors? And how do we learn to recognize when something in a relationship or church environment isn't healthy?Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Micah Miller documentary04:02 Initial reactions and impressions of the documentary07:07 The red flags in Micah's marriage11:00 Mental health, medication, and emotional well-being14:59 The issue of divorce and Christian beliefs17:04 The significance of community support in crisis18:09 Signs of emotional and spiritual abuse to watch for18:51 The importance of honesty and speaking out20:58 The effects of medication and physical health on mental state21:04 The cycle of abuse and the cycle of silence in faith communities23:00 The emotional and verbal abuse Micah endured23:57 Lessons on healthy leadership and accountability in churches24:57 The challenge of balancing faith and mental health26:50 Reflections on leadership, maturity, and calling27:11 The importance of self-awareness and boundaries for women29:06 The importance of seeking help and community support29:54 Micah's tragic decision and the importance of mental health support31:11 Final thoughts and lessons learned33:01 The role of community in healing and prevention35:59 Final thoughts on faith, community, and personal safety

The price on the quote tells you what a pole vault pit costs today. It does not tell you what the school may spend throughout its life.In this Gill1918 Project episode, Mike Cunningham explains how coaches and athletic directors can evaluate the total cost of owning a pole vault pit.

Jordan, Ben, and Kipp give their final thoughts from Georgia's win over Western Kentucky, react to a wild Week 2 of college football, and look ahead to the Bulldogs' SEC opener at Arkansas.2:31 Final thoughts from WKU game11:56 White-Out recruiting intel16:24 SEC Week 2 results25:12 Should UGA be No. 1?38:44 Initial thoughts on Arkansas43:46 Bad blood between the coaches?49:33 Positions to watch in road opener56:01 Dawgs to watch1:00:34 Other Week 3 games to watch1:08:26 Bad Week 1 for the FalconsSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCke_-4m6jjwl-ybtQa16vA#247Sports #Dawgs247 #GeorgiaFootballFollow our hosts on Twitter: @JordanDavisHill, @KippLAdams and @BenjaminWolkAUDIO‘Junkyard Dawgcast' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts and wherever else you listen to podcasts. -LEAVE a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/junkyard-dawgcast-a-georgia-bulldogs-football-podcast/id1469433026-STREAM on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7rLURgz1CymFTtgaiygv8Y?si=ca4bee77c8244320-FOLLOW on Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/junkyar...-Follow on Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0...WEBSITE-READ our content from Dawgs247: http://dawgs247.com/SOCIAL MEDIA-FOLLOW Dawgs247 on Twitter: https://twitter.com/dawgs247-FOLLOW Dawgs247 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uga.dawgs247-FOLLOW Dawgs247 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dawgs2471