Podcasts about Irvin

Irvin's first trip was a big one: An illegal border crossing when he was a child, from his home in Mexico to New York City, to reunite with his father. In today's episode, Irvin describes the daunting journey he took as a 15-year-old, and how it taught him to keep moving forward.

(0:00) Leroy Irvin & Cerrone Battle begin Hour #3 with a SportsCenter vs Saved By The Bell debate. The Entertainment Report features - Fantastic Four movie box office hype, Happy Gilmore 2 hits Netflix, a Nintendo announcement, butt sniffing athletes caught on video and a top new App targeted for women gets hacked. The crew commemorate Malcolm-Jamal Warner, Ozzy Osbourne and Hulk Hogan after their deaths this week. Leroy asks, Tom Brady vs Tom Brady - pre-ACL tear vs post-ACL injury - Which Brady had a better career? (13:44) Classic TV Shows - Old sitcoms we used to watch in the 80's and 90's continues to dominate the show's theme. Should the Patriots sign former LV DT Christian Wilkins? Irvin & Battle discuss. (23:59) The Red-Braves will play an MLB Speedway Classic at Bristol Motor Speedway. Leroy connects the event to the Red Sox and questions why Boston can't partake in creative sporting events. Cerrone points out the hypocrisy in the Boston public when it comes to hosting sporting events locally. Is it time for a new stadium in Boston? (33:37) The Playa's Call - Time where the panel takes time to acknowledge someone in sports/life. Plus, producer Jeff Williams quizzes Leroy & Cerrone on their 80's/90's Sitcom Music knowledge. ------------------------------------------- FOLLOW ON TWITTER/X: @BostonLIrvin | @Cerrone_Battle | @jorgiesepulveda

(0:00) Leroy Irvin & Cerrone Battle continue Hour #2 with the discussion of secret sports love affairs. Callers vent their transgressions via the confessional booth. Deep fan secrets exposed. Many so-called Patriot fans have admiration for the Buffalo Bills. (13:38) Cerrone shares a Tower Records story involving the Portland Trailblazers. More listener confessions of loving another sports team and non-Boston players. (26:59) Red Sox lose (4-1) to the Cubs in the first game back from the All-Star Break, snapping their 10-game winning streak. Irvin & Battle highlight the stretch of games leading into the trade deadline. Leroy poses the question, "What's an acceptable record to have, as the trade deadline approaches, in order to motivate the front office to be 'all-in' and become 'buyers'?" (33:08) Leroy & Cerrone react to reporting that the MLB All-Star game could be making a return to Fenway Park in the near future. Leroy calls out the hypocrisy in the lack of fan outrage towards a potential MLB All-Star Game hosted by Boston, when the same fans cause upheaval over other potential sporting events coming to Boston. ------------------------------------------- FOLLOW ON TWITTER/X: @BostonLIrvin | @Cerrone_Battle | @jorgiesepulveda

From Faith To Faith To The Nations Ministries - Nürnbergerstr. 7 - 90762 Fürth - Deutschland - info@fffnations.de www.fffnations.com Phil 4:8; Eph 3:13-

(0:00) Leroy Irvin & Cerrone Battle open up the show introducing the Music of the Day to be dedicated to Slum Village. The duo react to the Coldplay concert controversy at Gillette Stadium. Leroy uses the scandal as inspiration behind the question for the listening audience - "What's your secret sports love affair?" (10:48) After Leroy confesses his admiration for the Yankees growing up, Cerrone gives his testimonial on his fondness for the 90's Green Bay Packers. The duo expose each other with more confessions of their personal fandom for other non-Boston athletes. The callers begin to weigh-in with their own sports love affairs. (21:09) Irvin & Battle continue to field calls on the listeners' secret sports love affairs. Cerrone blames the 90's Celtics for his fandom of the Barkley-led Phoenix Suns. Leroy admits to stepping out with the Sonics and the Bulls during the 90's, too. (32:23) Leroy & Cerrone provide more insight as to how they were led astray, inspired by jezebels appearing to be caught in the act at a Gillette Stadium Coldplay concert earlier in the week. More caller feedback. ------------------------------------------- FOLLOW ON TWITTER/X: @BostonLIrvin | @Cerrone_Battle | @jorgiesepulveda

Special returning guest Margarete joins hosts Aureo, Irvin, and Sierra to take a deep dive into everyone's favourite blond death eater and peacock fanatic: Lucius Malfoy Join the discussion: https://threebroomstickspod.com/episode-65-lucius-malfoy-death-eater-union-rep/  In this episode:   Lucius is a secret Hufflepuff What is Lucius's priority, hair styling or doting on peacocks? Lucius is the Percy Weasley of the Marauder era We try to understand Snape's and Lucius's friendship Lucius's eeeviiil plan We need fanfic about Draco writing in Tom's diary Albus Dumbledore: Lines have to be Drawn Somewhere - A Guide to Running a School Lucius is so terrible, he radicalizes house-elves Australia is the place to be when Dark Lords come back Turn the diary into a scrapbook! Resources: Dumbledore's Master Plan: Part 3 by Steve Connolly What Did Dobby Know? by Josie Kearns Jason Isaacs Weighs In on Lucius Malfoy's Fate After the Battle of Hogwarts by Josh Weiss Be My Bad Boy, Be My Man by Lokifan Irvin's books: Preorder now: Malfoy: The Most Treacherous Family by Irvin Dumbledore: The Life and Lies of Hogwarts's Renowned Headmaster by Irvin The Phoenix or The Flame - a collection of essays from authors incl. Irvin Contact: Website: https://threebroomstickspod.com/ Email: 3broomstickspod@gmail.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/3broomsticks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/threebroomstickspod/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/threebroomstickspodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/threebroompod YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@ThreeBroomsticksPodcast

In this episode of District 3 Podcast, Irvin sits down with Robb Ryerse, the Democratic candidate running for Congress in Arkansas' 3rd Congressional District. Robb shares his journey—from his past campaign and deep-rooted community involvement to what inspired him to run again. We talk about his values, the challenges facing Northwest Arkansas, and why he believes now is the time for bold, compassionate leadership. Whether you're new to his name or have followed his work over the years, this conversation offers a real look at the man behind the campaign.

Looking for the Perfect Beat 2025-28 by Irvin Cee Release date: July 11 2025 Looking for the Perfect Beat is Irvin Cee's weekly radio show with the best and newest club music on the globe since 2014. A various mix of Deep House, House, Tech House, Techno, and Hard Techno is beat mixed in such a slick way it will take you to new heights of musical experience and you feel trapped to dance until the very end of the show. *Irvin Cee is available for International bookings at Clubs, Festivals en Quality bars. Video recording: Youtube: https://youtube.com/watch?v=WOMvE6-N_EI Tracklist: Time +/- :Title - Artist (*time is +/- mix in time) 00:00:00 - Jackin Journey - Angelo Ferreri 00:05:12 - Time Is Now - Ralph C 00:08:39 - Champion - Pixel8 Trax 00:13:06 - Street Kings - Jazzman Wax, Iban Montoro 00:16:49 - Bumps - Housego 00:18:36 - On My Mind - Mario De Lucia 00:21:38 - Call Me Later - Harry Romero, Future Joy 00:26:52 - You Make Me Feel - Alex Ramos 00:29:15 - Here Comes The Bass - Fedde Le Grand, DJ Tora 00:33:03 - Last House (Radio Edit) - Loic Dumail 00:34:28 - Back Of The Jeep feat. Frankco Harris - Jewel Kid, James Hurr, Frankco Harris 00:37:12 - Tell Me - Black V Neck 00:40:38 - Legacy - ESSEL 00:45:32 - Noise - Alyona Axyonova 00:47:25 - Feel The Heat - MAESTRO DABICI, JAN DE VICE 00:51:07 - RESPECT THE PROCESS - Wehbba 00:54:04 - Frequency - Chris Wach 00:58:33 - Nada - DJ Dextro #AngeloFerreri #RalphC #Pixel8Trax #JazzmanWax #IbanMontoro #Housego #MarioDeLucia #HarryRomero #FutureJoy #AlexRamos #FeddeLeGrand #DJTora #LoicDumail #JewelKid #JamesHurrFrankco #FrankcoHarris #BlackVNeck #ESSEL #AlyonaAxyonova #MAESTRODABICI #JANDEVICE #Wehbba #ChrisWach #DJDextro #irvincee #"irvin cee" #perfectbeat #"perfect beat" #djmixes #clubbing #music #deephouse #"deep house" #house #techhouse #"tech house" #techno #djset #dj #nightlife #radio #tekkno #tekk #electronic #underground #festival #berlin #2023

Looking for the Perfect Beat 2025-29 by Irvin Cee Release date: July 18 2025 Looking for the Perfect Beat is Irvin Cee's weekly radio show with the best and newest club music on the globe since 2014. A various mix of Deep House, House, Tech House, Techno, and Hard Techno is beat mixed in such a slick way it will take you to new heights of musical experience and you feel trapped to dance until the very end of the show. *Irvin Cee is available for International bookings at Clubs, Festivals en Quality bars. Video recording: Youtube: https://youtube.com/watch?v=BO7ZZfzeh0k Tracklist: Time +/- :Title - Artist (*time is +/- mix in time) 00:00:00 - Resistance - DCLVIII OFC 00:04:42 - Men Adore - Fat Tony, Fierce Child 00:06:46 - Play with Ya - Vanjee 00:11:20 - Love Is Extasy - Block & Crown 00:15:22 - New Jack Swing - Jungle Punk 00:17:32 - Fall - Bingil 00:21:46 - I Want Your Love - Rue Jay 00:25:24 - Te Quiero - Tom Peters 00:28:54 - Power Funky - Audio Floor 00:31:39 - True Ingredients - Elias R 00:35:47 - PostMan - Francesco V, PRECIAT, Jossu 00:39:22 - The Rhythm Edit - Herve 00:42:00 - Mumbai - Ant Brooks, Lost at the Rave 00:43:51 - Detroit Is Here - Mooner GL 00:46:39 - Turn It Out - DEL-30 00:48:32 - A Million Ways - Matt Caseli 00:50:08 - Kesi - Stefano Pain, Robbie Groove, Andrea Serratore 00:51:51 - Like I Like It - Mau P 00:55:48 - Malikan - Italobros #DCLVIIIOFC #FatTony #FierceChild #Vanjee #BlockCrown #JunglePunk #Bingil #RueJay #TomPeters #AudioFloor #EliasR #FrancescoV #PRECIATJossu #Jossu #Herve #AntBrooks #LostattheRave #MoonerGL #DEL30 #MattCaseli #StefanoPain #RobbieGrooveAndreaSerr #AndreaSerratore #MauP #Italobros #irvincee #"irvin cee" #perfectbeat #"perfect beat" #djmixes #clubbing #music #deephouse #"deep house" #house #techhouse #"tech house" #techno #djset #dj #nightlife #radio #tekkno #tekk #electronic #underground #festival #berlin #2023

From Faith To Faith To The Nations Ministries - Nürnbergerstr. 7 - 90762 Fürth - Deutschland - info@fffnations.de www.fffnations.com Phil 4:8; Mk 16:15-

“Horrifying stuff that we desperately need to know.” — Scott Ostler, sports columnist, San Francisco ChronicleBacked by hundreds of interviews and thousands of pages of USA Swimming files subpoenaed by the FBI, Irvin Muchnick uncovers a generation of cover-ups involving some of the sport's biggest namesThe hundreds of millions who watch the thrilling spectacle of the Olympics are unaware of the extent to which their entertainment is undergirded by the systematic abuse by coaches of the underage athletes they develop. Many flag-waving fans gained some sense of the problem from the USA Gymnastics scandals, but for generations, the crimes in swimming have caused a much wider tsunami of pain and trauma around the world.Backed by thousands of pages of FBI files and the author's independent investigations, Underwater is the first comprehensive account of this ongoing and unacceptable phenomenon. Irvin Muchnick, a well-known chronicler of the dark side of sports, pulls together shocking stories involving some of the most iconic coaches in swimming history and some of the sport's most celebrated programs — including Michael Phelps's. The book lays the blame not just at the feet of individual villains but also at a system that casually commodifies and sexualizes the vulnerable and non-consenting, prioritizing the pursuit of athletic scholarships, Olympic medals, glory, and riches.Underwater arrives just as a congressional commission has called for the first fundamental changes in the U.S. youth sports system in half a century. In the author's estimation, this reform is the only real way to protect kids from the predation of the money-first stewards of professionalized sports.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-opperman-report--1198501/support.

(0:00) Leroy & Cerrone begin the final hour of the show with the Entertainment Report - featuring the Wu Tang Clan selling out the TD Garden, Justin Bieber and the Clipse dropping new albums this week, RB Najee Harris gets super-charged over his 4th of July Weekend, and the latest Superman box office review. Leroy & Cerrone hit on the Patriots offseason. They note that Drake Maye practicing with the receiving corps is a good sign for the team. (11:19) Christian Gonzalez was named 84th on the NFL's Top 100 List for 2025. Leroy has a bone to pick with the media's coverage of Gonzalez involving their lack of credit in evaluating and acknowledging his greatness. Cerrone recites other stars' perception locally in the beginning and highlights similarities in ways they were mischaracterized early on in their careers. (22:07) Irvin & Battle continue to discuss Christian Gonzalez. Shouldn't Gonzalez' talent be obvious to everyone watching the NFL? Leroy continues his defense of Christian Gonzalez and his ability as a lockdown CB. (31:34) The Playa's Call - Time where the panel takes time to acknowledge someone in sports/life. Plus, an interesting news story that came out of New York. ------------------------------------------- FOLLOW ON TWITTER/X: @BostonLIrvin | @Cerrone_Battle | @jorgiesepulveda

Washington Nationals vs. Milwaukee Brewers MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Nationals at Brewers 2PM ET—Jake Irvin is starting for Washington. Irvin has nineteen starts with an ERA Of 4.78 with WHIP of 1.31. The right hander fans 16.5% with 7.8% walks. Ground balls are 42.1% with 1.78 home runs per nine innings. Freddy Peralta is starting for Milwaukee. Peralta in nineteen starts has an ERA of 2.74 with WHIP of 1.09. The righty strikes out 25.8% with 8.4% walks. Ground ball rate of 37% with 1.03 home runs per nine innings.

(0:00) Leroy Irvin & Cerrone Battle begin their program getting into gambling in sports today. Is legal sports betting affecting the integrity the game? The duo bridge the connection between sports betting and analytics and how they factor into the way we consume sports as a whole. The Music of the Day is dedicated to the release of NCAA College Football 26 and its soundtrack. (13:36) Red Sox remain red hot with their 8th straight victory last night over the Rays (5-4) in walkoff fashion. Should the Red Sox add at the trade deadline? Cerrone asks, "Why is baseball the only sport where teams are compelled to add at the trade deadline while they're winning?" Leroy is not impressed with the Red Sox latest win streak, considering the majority of the wins came against the lowly Rockies & Nationals. (25:28) Leroy & Cerrone react to the Celtics-Grizzlies Summer League matchup. Rookie Hugo Gonzalez fills the stat sheet in his Summer League Debut for the Celtics. The dynamic duo give their opinions on the Celtics' 1st-round draft pick. Cerrone proclaims the best young talent in the world is coming from Europe, citing the better quality of basketball overseas. (33:43) Irvin & Battle offer their in-depth analysis on NCAA College Football 26, with it releasing earlier this week. Cerrone calls it the best football game since ESPN NFL 2K5. ------------------------------------------- FOLLOW ON TWITTER/X: @BostonLIrvin | @Cerrone_Battle | @jorgiesepulveda

(0:00) Leroy Irvin & Cerrone Battle begin Hour #2 discussing the plight of Wizards G Marcus Smart. With Washington's roster at a surplus, reports have Marcus Smart being shopped around the league to preferable destinations. Should the Celtics try to re-acquire the ghost of Marcus Smart? Cerrone is adamantly against bringing back Smart. (12:56) Leroy & Cerrone react to comments made by former-1st Overall Draft Pick in the NBA, Kenyon Martin on what youth basketball has become. The duo agree with Martin's overall point equating basketball to golf and tennis. What is the state of youth basketball, and youth sports in general? How did we get here? Are we pricing out our nation's young talented athletes? (23:37) Irvin & Battle continue their conversation on youth sports in the present day. Callers weigh in on the topic. Are children's passion for the game waning? (35:32) Leroy & Cerrone respond to Ricky Rubio's first-hand experience as a former-NBA player. Cerrone chimes in on the play of yesteryear after watching the 1984 Orange Bowl and compares it to the style of play today, emphasizing the stark differences in intensity. ------------------------------------------- FOLLOW ON TWITTER/X: @BostonLIrvin | @Cerrone_Battle | @jorgiesepulveda

Washington Nationals vs. St Louis Cardinals MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Nationals at Cardinals 7:45PM ET—Jake Irvin is starting for Washington. Irvin has eighteen starts with an ERA of 4.71 and WHIP of 1.29. The righty strikes out 16.8% with 7.4% walks. Ground balls sit at 41.2% with 1.71 home runs per nine innings. Andre Pallante is starting for St Louis.

Prepare for a journey into the darker corners of the Wizarding World! Hosts Ev, Irvin, and Sophia are joined by special guests Dr. Louise Freeman and Nick Jeffrey to tackle one of the most talked-about topics in the Wizarding World: suspicious death in the Harry Potter series. Join us for a deep dive into the impact of the series' most discussed deaths, including the mysterious veil that claimed Sirius Black and the ongoing debate surrounding Albus Dumbledore's pivotal death before Deathly Hallows. Join the discussion:  https://threebroomstickspod.com/episode-64-deaths-dead-as-a-dumbledoornail/  In this episode:   Killed by a metaphor - a horrible way to go! Why are Snape's spells so very blast-y? Who's chugging draughts of living death! Snape's knitting gives it all away Jo is trying to get us through the stages of grief Dying takes a lot out of you! Jo put a fan debate into Deathly Hallows Resources: Dumbledore is not dead by Dave Haber “Potterversity” Episode 55: “The Murky Marshes of Memory – Part 1” by Louise Freeman “Potterversity” Episode 56: “The Murky Marshes of Memory – Part 2” by Louise Freeman For more from our guests: Louise Freeman: @lmf3b on Twitter The Farting Sofa Faculty Lounge The Harry Potter Academic Conference Queen City Magic Nick Jeffrey: @gbjeffen on Twitter Nick Jeffrey on Hogwarts Professor Nick Jeffrey on Substack Contact: Website: https://threebroomstickspod.com/ Email: 3broomstickspod@gmail.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/3broomsticks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/threebroomstickspod/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/threebroomstickspodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/threebroompod YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@ThreeBroomsticksPodcast

(0:00) Leroy Irvin and Cerrone Battle start the show by exchanging pleasantries following some well deserved vacation time. The Music of the Day is dedicated to "The Whispers" following the recent passing of one of the lead singers of the group, Walter Scott. Irvin and Battle pivot to the Celtics and the start to their offseason. Cerrone breaks down the Celtics' trades that sent Porzingis to Atlanta and Holiday to Portland, while shedding the light on some optimism to next season. (12:37) Leroy and Cerrone react to comments made by Shams Charania on his expectations for the Celtics to continue making trades. Leroy expresses his disappointment over the Celtics early playoff exit, in spite of Tatum's injury. Cerrone suggests the Celtics' Championship core is still in tact. What should the Celtics expectations be for next season, in a down Eastern Conference? Leroy provides a Jayson Tatum injury update. (22:29) Brad Stevens comments on the Celtics new ownership regime's commitment to spending following the 1st Round of the NBA Draft. Irvin and Battle get into the 2nd Apron restrictions that NBA teams are actively avoiding, including the Celtics. The duo highlight how tough it is to maintain camaraderie with the new CBA salary cap penalties in the NBA. More on the Celtics' roster construction. (34:21) Leroy and Cerrone analyze the Celtics' 1st Round Draft selection - Hugo Gonzalez. Cerrone highlights the caliber of International talent in the NBA over the last quarter century. ------------------------------------------- FOLLOW ON TWITTER/X: @BostonLIrvin | @Cerrone_Battle | @jorgiesepulveda

(0:00) Leroy Irvin and Cerrone Battle begin Hour #2 by going to the callers and their thoughts and questions on the Celtics. More breakdown of the Celtics' draft selections. Cerrone expresses his optimism for the #46 pick, Amari Williams and analyzes his game. The duo collectively advocate for a change in the Celtics philosophy/approach to the game. (13:23) Irvin and Battle go down memory lane, nostalgia triggered by The Whispers - Musical Selection of the Day. Cerrone follows up on his NBA Draft vs NFL Draft tease. He discusses the differences in the importance bestowed upon NFL Draft picks as opposed to the NBA Draft prospects. Leroy poses the question to the audience, "What's the greatest story ever told in a single sports game you had witnessed?" (22:56) Leroy names some of the most memorable sports stories told from a single game. Cerrone adds his examples to the mix. The callers provide more examples of storybook games. (34:20) What's the greatest sports story to come out of a single game? - Callers share their thoughts. Leroy and Cerrone are reminded of games they've attended together in the early 2000's. Old timers go back in time for some added perspective. ------------------------------------------- FOLLOW ON TWITTER/X: @BostonLIrvin | @Cerrone_Battle | @jorgiesepulveda

Washington Nationals vs. LA Angels MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Nationals at Angels 9:40PM ET—Jake Irvin is starting for Washington. Irvin got sixteen starts with an ERA of 4.18 with WHIP of 1.23. The right hander strikes out 16.6% with 6.5% walks. Ground ball rate of 41.1% with 1.52 home runs per nine innings. Jose Soriano is starting for LA.

In this episode of The Hydrogen Podcast, we unpack a powerful Forbes article titled “From Gridlock to Green Light: Three Focus Areas for Hydrogen Energy Executives” (June 13, 2025) by Whitaker Irvin Jr., CEO of Q Hydrogen.

Alfonso Cervera and Irvin Gonzalez, two of the founding members of Primera Generación Dance Collective, both grew up in Southern California households where dancing was a vital part of family life, though neither was encouraged to pursue it professionally. Alfonso's first training was in ballet folklórico, a form he embraced as a child largely thanks to his own curiosity and insistence. Irvin, inspired by early seasons of “So You Think You Can Dance,” taught himself pirouettes in secret in his parents' garage. Both men eventually studied dance at UC Riverside (UCR), where they also first came out to their families, not only as queer but also as dancers. UCR is also where the two met and fell in love.It was during graduate school that Alfonso and Irvin, along with fellow dancers Rosa Rodriguez-Frazier and Patty Huerta, realized the creative power of coming together. Each brought a unique movement background and a shared desire to explore and celebrate their Mexican American identities on the concert stage. The resulting collective, Primera Generación, now almost ten years strong, continues to challenge conventional notions of contemporary dance with work that is joyous, confrontational and often intentionally messy. That messiness is key. The collective embraces the concept of “desmadre,” a Spanish term that can refer to disorder, exuberance or both, as both a choreographic strategy and a call to reflection and social change.In this interview, Alfonso and Irvin, now professors at The Ohio State University in Columbus, OH, discuss the origins of Primera Generación Dance Collective, how they've navigated nearly a decade of creative collaboration and why their messiest pieces are often their most meaningful. They also reflect on what it means to be first-generation artists in the Midwest today and how they hope the next generation of dancers can shape the collective's future.https://www.instagram.com/primerageneraciondance/

Alfonso Cervera and Irvin Gonzalez, two of the founding members of Primera Generación Dance Collective, both grew up in Southern California households where dancing was a vital part of family life, though neither was encouraged to pursue it professionally. Alfonso's first training was in ballet folklórico, a form he embraced as a child largely thanks to his own curiosity and insistence. Irvin, inspired by early seasons of “So You Think You Can Dance,” taught himself pirouettes in secret in his parents' garage. Both men eventually studied dance at UC Riverside (UCR), where they also first came out to their families, not only as queer but also as dancers. UCR is also where the two met and fell in love.It was during graduate school that Alfonso and Irvin, along with fellow dancers Rosa Rodriguez-Frazier and Patty Huerta, realized the creative power of coming together. Each brought a unique movement background and a shared desire to explore and celebrate their Mexican American identities on the concert stage. The resulting collective, Primera Generación, now almost ten years strong, continues to challenge conventional notions of contemporary dance with work that is joyous, confrontational and often intentionally messy. That messiness is key. The collective embraces the concept of “desmadre,” a Spanish term that can refer to disorder, exuberance or both, as both a choreographic strategy and a call to reflection and social change.In this interview, Alfonso and Irvin, now professors at The Ohio State University in Columbus, OH, discuss the origins of Primera Generación Dance Collective, how they've navigated nearly a decade of creative collaboration and why their messiest pieces are often their most meaningful. They also reflect on what it means to be first-generation artists in the Midwest today and how they hope the next generation of dancers can shape the collective's future.https://www.instagram.com/primerageneraciondance/

In the latest episode of Remarkable Retail, Michael LeBlanc and Steve Dennis return with a their hot takes on the week's top retail headlines.The duo begins with a macroeconomic update, including political gridlock in the U.S. over the "Big Beautiful Bill," the Fed's inflation outlook, and uncertainty surrounding consumer spending. They then break down TikTok's extended 90-day reprieve, speculate on Amazon's motivation behind extending Prime Day to four days, and assess the e-commerce giant's recent shift in tone regarding AI impacts on future hiring needs The hosts also spotlight Walmart's surprising 23% growth in online apparel sales, consider the luxury sector's first contraction in 15 years, and dig into a new Profitero study that reveals digital channels now influence 64% of retail transactions—emphasizing the needs to break down silos and implement a harmonized shopping experience.Then it's over to this week's featured guest: Mark Irvin, Best Buy's Executive Vice President and Chief Supply Chain Officer. With more than 12 years at the retailer and a deep background in logistics, Irvin pulls back the curtain on what it takes to operate one of the world's largest and most complex retail supply chains. From visibility and speed to adaptability, Irvin outlines the three pillars of Best Buy's evolving logistics strategy. He explains how they leverage AI-driven sourcing to reduce delivery errors, digital twins to simulate future supply networks, and a growing control tower to dynamically reroute inventory in response to global disruptions—like the Panama Canal's low water levels or shifting geopolitical challenges.He also details Best Buy's commitment to sustainability, including partnerships for electrified freight and aggressive reverse logistics programs to refurbish or responsibly dispose of aging tech. The conversation wraps with a preview of his upcoming keynote at NRF's Big Show Europe in Paris, September 16-18., where he'll explore the future of retail supply chains and what it takes to deliver exceptional customer experiences by 2030. About UsSteve Dennis is a strategic advisor and keynote speaker focused on growth and innovation, who has also been named one of the world's top retail influencers. He is the bestselling authro of two books: Leaders Leap: Transforming Your Company at the Speed of Disruption and Remarkable Retail: How To Win & Keep Customers in the Age of Disruption. Steve regularly shares his insights in his role as a Forbes senior retail contributor and on social media.Michael LeBlanc is the president and founder of M.E. LeBlanc & Company Inc, a senior retail advisor, keynote speaker and now, media entrepreneur. He has been on the front lines of retail industry change for his entire career. Michael has delivered keynotes, hosted fire-side discussions and participated worldwide in thought leadership panels, most recently on the main stage in Toronto at Retail Council of Canada's Retail Marketing conference with leaders from Walmart & Google. He brings 25+ years of brand/retail/marketing & eCommerce leadership experience with Levi's, Black & Decker, Hudson's Bay, CanWest Media, Pandora Jewellery, The Shopping Channel and Retail Council of Canada to his advisory, speaking and media practice.Michael produces and hosts a network of leading retail trade podcasts, including the award-winning No.1 independent retail industry podcast in America, Remarkable Retail with his partner, Dallas-based best-selling author Steve Dennis; Canada's top retail industry podcast The Voice of Retail and Canada's top food industry and one of the top Canadian-produced management independent podcasts in the country, The Food Professor with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois from Dalhousie University in Halifax.Rethink Retail has recognized Michael as one of the top global retail experts for the fourth year in a row, Thinkers 360 has named him on of the Top 50 global thought leaders in retail, RTIH has named him a top 100 global though leader in retail technology and Coresight Research has named Michael a Retail AI Influencer. If you are a BBQ fan, you can tune into Michael's cooking show, Last Request BBQ, on YouTube, Instagram, X and yes, TikTok.Michael is available for keynote presentations helping retailers, brands and retail industry insiders explaining the current state and future of the retail industry in North America and around the world.

In this inspiring episode of the District 3 Podcast, Irvin sits down with Coach Christhian Saavedra of Rogers Heritage High School—fresh off leading the boys soccer team to a historic Arkansas state championship and earning the title of NWA Democrat-Gazette Boys Soccer Coach of the Year.Coach Saavedra shares the powerful story behind his journey—from humble beginnings to becoming a respected leader and mentor in Northwest Arkansas. He opens up about the obstacles he's overcome, the values that guide him, and the emotional road his team traveled to become champions.Whether you're a fan of soccer, a believer in perseverance, or just looking for a local story that uplifts—this episode is one you don't want to miss.Photo by: (NWA Democrat-Gazette/Andy Shupe)

“I'm hopeful for revolution. I'm optimistic. I want radical change. I think there's such a disinterest in education in America that it is sickening. I think we are repeating history. We are going through a cycle of fascism and greed, and I think we're going to see a lot of states collapse. As a result of that, I think people are going to be forced back to their primal needs and concerns, but I think they're going to be forced to think about what makes us human. How do we become more human? Because we've lost that. We've given it up to technology. How can we figure out what makes us a really powerful species again?”Irvin Weathersby Jr. is a Brooklyn-based writer and professor from New Orleans. He is the author of In Open Contempt: Confronting White Supremacy in Art and Public Space. His writing has been featured in LitHub, Guernica, Esquire, The Atlantic, EBONY, and elsewhere. He has earned an MFA from The New School, an MA from Morgan State University, and a BA from Morehouse College. He has received fellowships and awards from the Voices of Our Nations Arts Foundation, the Research Foundation of CUNY, the Bread Loaf Writers' Conference, the American Council of Learned Societies, and the Mellon Foundation.Episode Websitewww.creativeprocess.info/podInstagram:@creativeprocesspodcast

“I'm hopeful for revolution. I'm optimistic. I want radical change. I think there's such a disinterest in education in America that it is sickening. I think we are repeating history. We are going through a cycle of fascism and greed, and I think we're going to see a lot of states collapse. As a result of that, I think people are going to be forced back to their primal needs and concerns, but I think they're going to be forced to think about what makes us human. How do we become more human? Because we've lost that. We've given it up to technology. How can we figure out what makes us a really powerful species again?”Irvin Weathersby Jr. is a Brooklyn-based writer and professor from New Orleans. He is the author of In Open Contempt: Confronting White Supremacy in Art and Public Space. His writing has been featured in LitHub, Guernica, Esquire, The Atlantic, EBONY, and elsewhere. He has earned an MFA from The New School, an MA from Morgan State University, and a BA from Morehouse College. He has received fellowships and awards from the Voices of Our Nations Arts Foundation, the Research Foundation of CUNY, the Bread Loaf Writers' Conference, the American Council of Learned Societies, and the Mellon Foundation.Episode Websitewww.creativeprocess.info/podInstagram:@creativeprocesspodcast

“I'm hopeful for revolution. I'm optimistic. I want radical change. I think there's such a disinterest in education in America that it is sickening. I think we are repeating history. We are going through a cycle of fascism and greed, and I think we're going to see a lot of states collapse. As a result of that, I think people are going to be forced back to their primal needs and concerns, but I think they're going to be forced to think about what makes us human. How do we become more human? Because we've lost that. We've given it up to technology. How can we figure out what makes us a really powerful species again?”Irvin Weathersby Jr. is a Brooklyn-based writer and professor from New Orleans. He is the author of In Open Contempt: Confronting White Supremacy in Art and Public Space. His writing has been featured in LitHub, Guernica, Esquire, The Atlantic, EBONY, and elsewhere. He has earned an MFA from The New School, an MA from Morgan State University, and a BA from Morehouse College. He has received fellowships and awards from the Voices of Our Nations Arts Foundation, the Research Foundation of CUNY, the Bread Loaf Writers' Conference, the American Council of Learned Societies, and the Mellon Foundation.Episode Websitewww.creativeprocess.info/podInstagram:@creativeprocesspodcast

“I'm hopeful for revolution. I'm optimistic. I want radical change. I think there's such a disinterest in education in America that it is sickening. I think we are repeating history. We are going through a cycle of fascism and greed, and I think we're going to see a lot of states collapse. As a result of that, I think people are going to be forced back to their primal needs and concerns, but I think they're going to be forced to think about what makes us human. How do we become more human? Because we've lost that. We've given it up to technology. How can we figure out what makes us a really powerful species again?”Irvin Weathersby Jr. is a Brooklyn-based writer and professor from New Orleans. He is the author of In Open Contempt: Confronting White Supremacy in Art and Public Space. His writing has been featured in LitHub, Guernica, Esquire, The Atlantic, EBONY, and elsewhere. He has earned an MFA from The New School, an MA from Morgan State University, and a BA from Morehouse College. He has received fellowships and awards from the Voices of Our Nations Arts Foundation, the Research Foundation of CUNY, the Bread Loaf Writers' Conference, the American Council of Learned Societies, and the Mellon Foundation.Episode Websitewww.creativeprocess.info/podInstagram:@creativeprocesspodcast

“I'm hopeful for revolution. I'm optimistic. I want radical change. I think there's such a disinterest in education in America that it is sickening. I think we are repeating history. We are going through a cycle of fascism and greed, and I think we're going to see a lot of states collapse. As a result of that, I think people are going to be forced back to their primal needs and concerns, but I think they're going to be forced to think about what makes us human. How do we become more human? Because we've lost that. We've given it up to technology. How can we figure out what makes us a really powerful species again?”Irvin Weathersby Jr. is a Brooklyn-based writer and professor from New Orleans. He is the author of In Open Contempt: Confronting White Supremacy in Art and Public Space. His writing has been featured in LitHub, Guernica, Esquire, The Atlantic, EBONY, and elsewhere. He has earned an MFA from The New School, an MA from Morgan State University, and a BA from Morehouse College. He has received fellowships and awards from the Voices of Our Nations Arts Foundation, the Research Foundation of CUNY, the Bread Loaf Writers' Conference, the American Council of Learned Societies, and the Mellon Foundation.Episode Websitewww.creativeprocess.info/podInstagram:@creativeprocesspodcast

“I'm hopeful for revolution. I'm optimistic. I want radical change. I think there's such a disinterest in education in America that it is sickening. I think we are repeating history. We are going through a cycle of fascism and greed, and I think we're going to see a lot of states collapse. As a result of that, I think people are going to be forced back to their primal needs and concerns, but I think they're going to be forced to think about what makes us human. How do we become more human? Because we've lost that. We've given it up to technology. How can we figure out what makes us a really powerful species again?”Irvin Weathersby Jr. is a Brooklyn-based writer and professor from New Orleans. He is the author of In Open Contempt: Confronting White Supremacy in Art and Public Space. His writing has been featured in LitHub, Guernica, Esquire, The Atlantic, EBONY, and elsewhere. He has earned an MFA from The New School, an MA from Morgan State University, and a BA from Morehouse College. He has received fellowships and awards from the Voices of Our Nations Arts Foundation, the Research Foundation of CUNY, the Bread Loaf Writers' Conference, the American Council of Learned Societies, and the Mellon Foundation.Episode Websitewww.creativeprocess.info/podInstagram:@creativeprocesspodcast

The Nats losing streak extended to nine games on Monday night as victory slipped through their fingertips in the 6-4 defeat. Mark & Al begin with Kyle Finnegan, who inherited a one run lead in the top of the 9th, but allowed a pair of Rockies homers, the only home runs he has given up this season.(09:00) Brady House went 0 for 3 with a walk in his MLB debut.  House was the #11 overall pick in the 2021 Draft and had a OPS of .872 this season thus far in AAA-Rochester. House looked comfortable defensively and Davey Martinez said pregame that House will be the everyday 3B.(14:40) Daylen Lile hit his first career MLB homer in the bottom of the 5th in his first game since returning from AAA. Lile swapped roster spots with Robert Hassell III after Sunday's defeat.(18:00) James Wood's 2-run HR in the bottom of the 5th put Washington ahead 4-3 until the fateful 9th inning. Wood is now up 18 homers on the season; which is tied for 5th most in the NL.(20:15) Riley Adams got the nod at catcher and is now 0 for his last 30 at the plate. His OPS is down to a paltry .325 and the catching situation continues to worsen for the franchise.(23:15) Jake Irvin gave up a 2-run HR in the top of the 1st and his opening frame ERA is a shocking 10.84; surprisingly more than his Mitchell Parker. Irvin ended his evening with six innings of work off of five hits.(27:15) A discussion on recent Washington Post stories covering the angst within the franchise during this brutal stretch.(36:30) A Nats Chat Flashback from July 19th, 2023 when Brady House was promoted to AA-Harrisburg after a brief stay at High-A Wilmington. 

Dan Irvin from The Speaker Lab consistently books over 50 events per year as a speaker. In this episode we talk about the S.P.E.A.K. framework and how you can implement it to get more paid speaking gigs! What You'll Hear In This Episode: -       Dan's journey from corporate America to building a successful speaking career.  -       The benefits of speaking, including increased impact, time efficiency, and the ability to attract selective clients.  -       Success strategies for niche-specific speaking …  -       Why free or low-paying gigs often lead to more free work and isn't effective for building a professional speaking career.  -        How targeting organizations that hire speakers in a specific niche is crucial for success in professional speaking.

(0:00) Leroy & Cerrone begin the final hour of the show by going to the phone lines. The Entertainment Report features Antonio Brown in the news for the wrong reason, Kanye West making an appearance at the Diddy Trial, plus Kendrick Lamar tour sound from Toronto. (11:47) How much misbehavior are you willing to tolerate, if you were running a franchise? Irvin & Battle draw their lines in the sand. (24:32) Leroy & Cerrone share their most vivid sports memories with their fathers/kids. Callers flood the lines with their own father-son testimonials. (38:35) The Playa's Call - featuring a PSA from Leroy who reports on former Patriot LB, Tully Banta-Cain running his Beach Football League for the 2nd straight year in Hampton Beach, NH this July. ------------------------------------------- FOLLOW ON TWITTER/X: @BostonLIrvin | @Cerrone_Battle | @jorgiesepulveda

(0:00) Leroy Irvin & Cerrone Battle open their Father's Day Weekend Show by recognizing the lack of dedicated music related to fatherhood. Leroy goes on a monologue about the holiday that is "Father's Day" and its significance. (13:01) Leroy & Cerrone react to the Red Sox-Yankees win last night - 2-1 (F/10). The game ended on a walkoff wallball single from Catcher, Carlos Narvaez in the 10th Inning. Leroy highlights the difference in "juice" this weekend series as opposed to last weekend's series against the same Yankee opponent. Is the youth movement here to stay, with Mayer, Anthony and Campbell all up at the same time? Cerrone talks about the difficulty in sending any of the prospects back to AAA-Worcester after the hype they've helped create. (25:36) Irvin & Battle discuss the impending Tom Brady statue reveal as the date is set for Preseason Week 1, August 8th ahead of the Patriots matchup versus the Commanders. The duo give Brady his flowers and reminisce about the greatest NFL player of all time. Cerrone proclaims Tom Brady Day should be a holiday and proceeds to highlight his impact on the sport and economic impact on the region. (35:38) Leroy & Cerrone continue their discussion of the Tom Brady statue and how it should look. They take caller suggestions on the design of the Brady statue. ------------------------------------------- FOLLOW ON TWITTER/X: @BostonLIrvin | @Cerrone_Battle | @jorgiesepulveda

(0:00) Leroy Irvin & Cerrone Battle begin Hour #2 with some Tom Brady talk ahead of his statue unveiling on August 8th. Cerrone poses the question, "Who else is deserving of their own statue in Foxboro, or should Brady be the only one?" The duo are critical of the date chosen to reveal the Brady statue. Callers weigh in on the statue discussion. (12:33) The callers offer their respective answers to which other New England Patriot is worthy of a statue in Foxboro. Cerrone researches different players, coaches and owners who have had statues built in their honor around the league. (23:42) Leroy & Cerrone react to the Thunder-Pacers Game 4 of the NBA Finals. Despite the low ratings for the NBA Finals, the duo praise the competitive play through 4 games. Cerrone points out that low ratings doesn't correlate to bad basketball and vice versa. (33:57) Leroy follows up on his tease of asking the listeners for their preference on Wollaston Beach: Tony's Clam Shop or The Original Clam Box? Irvin & Battle go to the phone lines for everything discussed in the show. ------------------------------------------- FOLLOW ON TWITTER/X: @BostonLIrvin | @Cerrone_Battle | @jorgiesepulveda

On this episode Irvin sits down with Billy Cook from Arkansas Renters United and Jesse Buchanan with Fayetteville's Forgotten and they discuss housing insecurity in NWA, but on this episode specifically Fayetteville. Rent is going up, housing insecure people are being swept off empty land in Fayetteville without a timely warning and that's just the tip of the iceberg. WE learn from Jesse and Billy what the current status is for housing insecure folks in the area and how we can support. 

The Nats lost their fourth in a row after bring shutout by Mets starter David Peterson on Wednesday night. Mark & Al focus on the scuffling offense, which has completely lost its groove since their hot trip out West.(05:45) James Wood had two of the six hits, but has only one homer in the month of June.(09:30) Riley Adams got the start behind the plate against the lefty Peterson.  It seems like his playing time has ticked up this month as Keibert Ruiz's continues to struggle.(17:40) Darnell Coles is back under the microscope during this stretch of little run support. Coles has been the team's hitting coach since the 2022 season.(24:00) Jake Irvin gave up four runs on a pair of homers in just five innings of work.  Irvin had three consecutive poor outings and his ERA has gone from 3.42 to 4.21 in the process.(30:00) Washington is now seven games under .500, but does remain in 3rd place in the NL East.(34:10) Josh Whetzel, the Voice of the Rochester Red Wings, provides his weekly update on AAA.  Hear the latest on Brady House, Cade Cavalli, Daylen Lile, and more. 

“One of the biggest symbols of America is Mount Rushmore. This monument, right? But I think most people fail to realize where it's located and why it's located there. Even more importantly, who did it? It's on a sacred Native American mountain, a place that was central to their creation stories. But then you think about who did it, and it was a Klansman. The guy who sculpted Mount Rushmore was a Klansman. People were like, "Wait, really?" Like, how is that a thing? But it seeps into our understanding and our embrace of white supremacy. This whole notion of us using Mount Rushmore as a metric of excellence is really sad. We are honoring slave owners and people who viciously killed natives, and those who pillage other lands in the name of capitalism. That's what America is, I guess.I think there's such a disinterest in education in America that it is sickening. We can't even agree on facts. It's up to states' rights to decide. Really? States can say that this is true in one state, but it's not true in another? Although these states are united, it's very bizarre. I'm hopeful for revolution. I'm optimistic. I want radical change. I think we are repeating history. We are going through a cycle of fascism and greed, and I think we're going to see a lot of states collapse. As a result of that, I think people are going to be forced back to their primal needs and concerns, but I think they're going to be forced to think about what makes us human. How do we become more human? Because we've lost that. We've given it up to technology. How can we figure out what makes us a really powerful species again?”Irvin Weathersby Jr. is a Brooklyn-based writer and professor from New Orleans. He is the author of In Open Contempt: Confronting White Supremacy in Art and Public Space. His writing has been featured in LitHub, Guernica, Esquire, The Atlantic, EBONY, and elsewhere. He has earned an MFA from The New School, an MA from Morgan State University, and a BA from Morehouse College. He has received fellowships and awards from the Voices of Our Nations Arts Foundation, the Research Foundation of CUNY, the Bread Loaf Writers' Conference, the American Council of Learned Societies, and the Mellon Foundation.Episode Websitewww.creativeprocess.info/podInstagram:@creativeprocesspodcast

“One of the biggest symbols of America is Mount Rushmore. This monument, right? But I think most people fail to realize where it's located and why it's located there. Even more importantly, who did it? It's on a sacred Native American mountain, a place that was central to their creation stories. But then you think about who did it, and it was a Klansman. The guy who sculpted Mount Rushmore was a Klansman. People were like, "Wait, really?" Like, how is that a thing? But it seeps into our understanding and our embrace of white supremacy. This whole notion of us using Mount Rushmore as a metric of excellence is really sad. We are honoring slave owners and people who viciously killed natives, and those who pillage other lands in the name of capitalism. That's what America is, I guess.I think there's such a disinterest in education in America that it is sickening. We can't even agree on facts. It's up to states' rights to decide. Really? States can say that this is true in one state, but it's not true in another? Although these states are united, it's very bizarre. I'm hopeful for revolution. I'm optimistic. I want radical change. I think we are repeating history. We are going through a cycle of fascism and greed, and I think we're going to see a lot of states collapse. As a result of that, I think people are going to be forced back to their primal needs and concerns, but I think they're going to be forced to think about what makes us human. How do we become more human? Because we've lost that. We've given it up to technology. How can we figure out what makes us a really powerful species again?”Irvin Weathersby Jr. is a Brooklyn-based writer and professor from New Orleans. He is the author of In Open Contempt: Confronting White Supremacy in Art and Public Space. His writing has been featured in LitHub, Guernica, Esquire, The Atlantic, EBONY, and elsewhere. He has earned an MFA from The New School, an MA from Morgan State University, and a BA from Morehouse College. He has received fellowships and awards from the Voices of Our Nations Arts Foundation, the Research Foundation of CUNY, the Bread Loaf Writers' Conference, the American Council of Learned Societies, and the Mellon Foundation.Episode Websitewww.creativeprocess.info/podInstagram:@creativeprocesspodcast

“One of the biggest symbols of America is Mount Rushmore. This monument, right? But I think most people fail to realize where it's located and why it's located there. Even more importantly, who did it? It's on a sacred Native American mountain, a place that was central to their creation stories. But then you think about who did it, and it was a Klansman. The guy who sculpted Mount Rushmore was a Klansman. People were like, "Wait, really?" Like, how is that a thing? But it seeps into our understanding and our embrace of white supremacy. This whole notion of us using Mount Rushmore as a metric of excellence is really sad. We are honoring slave owners and people who viciously killed natives, and those who pillage other lands in the name of capitalism. That's what America is, I guess.I think there's such a disinterest in education in America that it is sickening. We can't even agree on facts. It's up to states' rights to decide. Really? States can say that this is true in one state, but it's not true in another? Although these states are united, it's very bizarre. I'm hopeful for revolution. I'm optimistic. I want radical change. I think we are repeating history. We are going through a cycle of fascism and greed, and I think we're going to see a lot of states collapse. As a result of that, I think people are going to be forced back to their primal needs and concerns, but I think they're going to be forced to think about what makes us human. How do we become more human? Because we've lost that. We've given it up to technology. How can we figure out what makes us a really powerful species again?”Irvin Weathersby Jr. is a Brooklyn-based writer and professor from New Orleans. He is the author of In Open Contempt: Confronting White Supremacy in Art and Public Space. His writing has been featured in LitHub, Guernica, Esquire, The Atlantic, EBONY, and elsewhere. He has earned an MFA from The New School, an MA from Morgan State University, and a BA from Morehouse College. He has received fellowships and awards from the Voices of Our Nations Arts Foundation, the Research Foundation of CUNY, the Bread Loaf Writers' Conference, the American Council of Learned Societies, and the Mellon Foundation.Episode Websitewww.creativeprocess.info/podInstagram:@creativeprocesspodcast

“One of the biggest symbols of America is Mount Rushmore. This monument, right? But I think most people fail to realize where it's located and why it's located there. Even more importantly, who did it? It's on a sacred Native American mountain, a place that was central to their creation stories. But then you think about who did it, and it was a Klansman. The guy who sculpted Mount Rushmore was a Klansman. People were like, "Wait, really?" Like, how is that a thing? But it seeps into our understanding and our embrace of white supremacy. This whole notion of us using Mount Rushmore as a metric of excellence is really sad. We are honoring slave owners and people who viciously killed natives, and those who pillage other lands in the name of capitalism. That's what America is, I guess.I think there's such a disinterest in education in America that it is sickening. We can't even agree on facts. It's up to states' rights to decide. Really? States can say that this is true in one state, but it's not true in another? Although these states are united, it's very bizarre. I'm hopeful for revolution. I'm optimistic. I want radical change. I think we are repeating history. We are going through a cycle of fascism and greed, and I think we're going to see a lot of states collapse. As a result of that, I think people are going to be forced back to their primal needs and concerns, but I think they're going to be forced to think about what makes us human. How do we become more human? Because we've lost that. We've given it up to technology. How can we figure out what makes us a really powerful species again?”Irvin Weathersby Jr. is a Brooklyn-based writer and professor from New Orleans. He is the author of In Open Contempt: Confronting White Supremacy in Art and Public Space. His writing has been featured in LitHub, Guernica, Esquire, The Atlantic, EBONY, and elsewhere. He has earned an MFA from The New School, an MA from Morgan State University, and a BA from Morehouse College. He has received fellowships and awards from the Voices of Our Nations Arts Foundation, the Research Foundation of CUNY, the Bread Loaf Writers' Conference, the American Council of Learned Societies, and the Mellon Foundation.Episode Websitewww.creativeprocess.info/podInstagram:@creativeprocesspodcast

“One of the biggest symbols of America is Mount Rushmore. This monument, right? But I think most people fail to realize where it's located and why it's located there. Even more importantly, who did it? It's on a sacred Native American mountain, a place that was central to their creation stories. But then you think about who did it, and it was a Klansman. The guy who sculpted Mount Rushmore was a Klansman. People were like, "Wait, really?" Like, how is that a thing? But it seeps into our understanding and our embrace of white supremacy. This whole notion of us using Mount Rushmore as a metric of excellence is really sad. We are honoring slave owners and people who viciously killed natives, and those who pillage other lands in the name of capitalism. That's what America is, I guess.I think there's such a disinterest in education in America that it is sickening. We can't even agree on facts. It's up to states' rights to decide. Really? States can say that this is true in one state, but it's not true in another? Although these states are united, it's very bizarre. I'm hopeful for revolution. I'm optimistic. I want radical change. I think we are repeating history. We are going through a cycle of fascism and greed, and I think we're going to see a lot of states collapse. As a result of that, I think people are going to be forced back to their primal needs and concerns, but I think they're going to be forced to think about what makes us human. How do we become more human? Because we've lost that. We've given it up to technology. How can we figure out what makes us a really powerful species again?”Irvin Weathersby Jr. is a Brooklyn-based writer and professor from New Orleans. He is the author of In Open Contempt: Confronting White Supremacy in Art and Public Space. His writing has been featured in LitHub, Guernica, Esquire, The Atlantic, EBONY, and elsewhere. He has earned an MFA from The New School, an MA from Morgan State University, and a BA from Morehouse College. He has received fellowships and awards from the Voices of Our Nations Arts Foundation, the Research Foundation of CUNY, the Bread Loaf Writers' Conference, the American Council of Learned Societies, and the Mellon Foundation.Episode Websitewww.creativeprocess.info/podInstagram:@creativeprocesspodcast

Hosts Pastor Robert Baltodano and Guest Pastor Bob Davis Question Timestamps: Joseph, Facebook (3:08) - Is it possible that John will be one of the prophets on the temple mount in Revelation 10:11? Michael, Facebook (4:35) - Do I have to be touched by an elder to receive the baptism of the Holy Spirit? Irvin, NJ (8:20) - I've never spoken in tongues, but I believe in them. Does that make me a valid Pentecostal Christian? What is your opinion on modern megachurches versus small local churches? Geo, NY (15:00) - Is communicating with loved ones who have passed away Biblical? How was the thief in paradise with Jesus the same day, when Jesus didn't resurrect for three days and didn't rise to heaven for a month or so after that? Elena, email (24:06) - What could God do to Christian leaders who side with perpetrators, by telling victims to forgive and forget? Michael, Facebook (34:07) - Where are we commanded to repent and believe in the Bible? Timmy, NJ (41:11) - Why do I have to suffer when I see other sinners that aren't? Simone, email (47:39) - Is it okay to split my tithes between different churches? John, NJ (50:16) - How do we understand where people came from after Adam and Eve? Did they marry within their own family? Ask Your Question: 888-712-7434 Answers@bbtlive.org

(0:00) Leroy Irvin and Cerrone Battle begin Hour #2 discussing Game 1 in the NBA Finals between the Pacers and the Thunder. Indiana defeated Oklahoma City at the buzzer with another "Hallelujah" Haliburton game-winning shot (111-110). What notes can the Celtics glean from the sidelines? Cerrone highlights the Pacers' "flow" and their unpredictability on offense. What happened to the Celtics? Cerrone goes off on an epic rant. (10:56) Irvin and Battle go to the phone lines. Cerrone continues his epic NBA rant. Would Tatum average more points if he took more shots from close range? Battle highlights the lack of training of true Point Guards at the AAU level and beyond. (21:42) Leroy provides an update on Jayson Tatum's status. Cerrone praises modern medicine and sheds optimism on a speedy recovery for Tatum next season. He highlights a history of injuries to stars in the past and their play post-injury. (33:31) Leroy and Cerrone celebrate Allen Iverson's 50th Birthday. Leroy highlights Iverson's cultural impact and his influence on society at the time he started his NBA career. ------------------------------------------- FOLLOW ON TWITTER/X: @BostonLIrvin | @Cerrone_Battle | @jorgiesepulveda

(0:00) Leroy Irvin and Cerrone Battle begin the show with reaction from the (5-4) 2OT/Final as the Panthers knot the Oilers in the Stanley Cup Finals (1-1). Former Bruin, Brad Marchand played a major role in the Panthers' Game 2 win, with 2 goals - including the game winner in 2OT. How should the Bruins fans feel about Marchand's impact this postseason? The musical theme is revealed to be songs about "Rain" - as it's another rainy, gloomy day in Massachusetts on a Saturday. (15:14) Leroy and Cerrone react to the Red Sox (9-6) loss to the New York Yankees. Leroy proclaims, "The thrill is gone!" and asks, "How can the rivalry get back to being exciting?" The panel share their thoughts. (25:28) Irvin and Battle break down the woes for the Red Sox following comments made postgame by Sox manager, Alex Cora. Leroy poses the question, "Who's to blame for the Red Sox underachieving thus far?" Is it fair to label Cora as the scapegoat for the Red Sox early season struggles? The duo discusses. (36:10) Who is the correct person/situation to direct blame towards for a team's demise? - The Owners? Upper Management? Coaching? Star Players? Lack of Supporting Talent? Being Soft? Behind The Scene Issues? -- Leroy and Cerrone offer their response along with the callers. ------------------------------------------- FOLLOW ON TWITTER/X: @BostonLIrvin | @Cerrone_Battle | @jorgiesepulveda

The Nats dropped Thursday's rubber match 7-1 to the visiting Cubs as Ian Happ knocked in four runs. Al & Mark sort through the sloppy affair, another example of poor defense & base running in defeat.(04:30) James Wood has a hard luck 0 for 4 evening despite every ball he hit having an exit velocity over 97 MPH.(09:20) Why is Davey Martinez not bothered by base running miscues?(12:45) Jake Irvin allowed three runs in five innings of work. Irvin immediately gave up a 2-run homer to Pete Crow-Armstrong; emblematic that he too has 1st inning struggles like some of his teammates.(17:35) Jackson Rutledge gave up a 2-run Happ HR in the top of the 6th and his season has gone sideways a bit recently.(25:00) A familiar face will take the mound on Friday night when Patrick Corbin gets the start for Texas vs. Michael Soroka.  Corbin is pitching better for the Rangers than he did last year in Washington, but the hosts explain why a regression to the mean might be around the corner for the veteran lefty. 

The Nats shutout the Giants on Saturday afternoon 3-0 for their seventh win in the past nine games.  Mark & Al have plenty of praise for Jake Irvin, who tossed eight scoreless innings and tied a career high with seven strikeouts. Irvin's ERA is down to 3.42 and his WHIP is an impressive 1.10.(10:45) Jorge Lopez surprisingly pitched the 9th instead of closer Kyle Finnegan.  Mark explains what is going on with Finnegan and why he did not enter the game on Saturday.(16:35) James Wood hit a 2-run HR in the bottom of the 1st for an early lead.  Wood has homered in seven of the eleven games in which he has been the DH.(21:00) The final out came on a diving catch by Daylen Lile in RF.  Lile started for the second straight day and had a single in the win.(24:00) The team is playing better,  but still remains four games below .500.  The hosts close the show by looking at the organization's big picture as we are almost one-third of the way through the season. 

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The Nats immediately jumped out to a 6-0 edge on their way to Saturday's 10-6 victory at Camden Yards. Mark (From Baltimore) & Al convene after the Nationals third win in the past four days and their 2nd in a row at the Orioles. (04:30) Jacob Young crashed into the wall in the 7th and exited the game. X-rays were negative and it seems like no major injury was incurred. (08:00) Washington dominated Kyle Gibson in the opening inning by batting around and scoring six runs. The first out did not come until the 7th hitter and Young concluded the hit parade with a RBI triple. (12:20) Keibert Ruiz had a pair of hits, including a RBI double. Ruiz's OPS is .700 and is playing better defense than last season. (15:45) Despite entering the bottom of the 9th with a 10-2 lead, Kyle Finnegan had to warm up while Zach Brzykcy mightily struggled to get the final three outs. (18:15) Update on Derek Law, who has been on the IL all season due to right forearm inflammation. (22:00) Jake Irvin gave up five hits and allowed two runs in just over six innings of work. Irvin's ERA currently sits at 3.88, but Al notes the continuing trend of his declining velocity. (26:30) Brandon Hyde was fired as Orioles Manager on Saturday morning as they are in last place. Hyde & Davey Martinez worked together for years in Chicago, including when the Cubs won the 2016 World Series. Hyde took over in Baltimore; one season after Martinez came to D.C.