Podcasts about Italy

Pedro Andrade, journalist and host, discusses his new HBO Max documentary series, Somewhat Familiar with Pedro Andrade — a powerful exploration of how love, family, and connection look around the world today. The series follows Pedro's journey to fatherhood with his husband, Benjamin Thigpen, as they navigate the emotional and transformative process of surrogacy and welcome their daughter, Isabel. Across eight beautifully shot episodes, Pedro travels from Italy to China, Japan, and the United States, meeting families whose stories challenge and expand our ideas of what “family” really means. Reality Life with Kate Casey What to Watch List: https://katecasey.substack.com Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/katecasey Twitter: https://twitter.com/katecasey Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/katecaseyca Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itskatecasey?lang=en Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/113157919338245 Amazon List: https://www.amazon.com/shop/katecasey Like it to Know It: https://www.shopltk.com/explore/katecaseySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This may have been a first, once we decided to not go to Italy, I decided to take my full planned vacation and Greg decided to go back to work. We had our 4 day staycation but the rest of the planned time off was all mine. How did I spend it?  Golden Window I am definitely in a unique-to-me Golden Window. The PhD is winding down, we are making massive shifts at work, and I will soon be the grandma of two heartbeats. As I realized I was going to have a lot of time to do whatever I wanted I asked myself what that should be. I plugged Greg into my calendar with the things we wanted to do. Then I looked at Abby's calendar to see went the optimal time was to spend time with her and getting her ready for the baby. I did end up spending a 4 hour block of time in the office on Sat. morning but it gave me the opportunity to bring home some Workboxes I've been wanting to clean out and organize. I also took a little time to fill in my home and work 2 and ½ year planners.  Scrapbooking On Sunday Afternoon I got the best treat, Grayson fell asleep on me for about 90 minutes. But you know me, I'm productive. So while I was trapped in grandma heaven I ordered pictures. Because one of my initiatives once the PhD is done, is to get back to scrapbooking. So I ordered pictures and loved on Grayson. During this time off I was able to get a lot of sorting of pictures done and now I feel ready to start #allthescrapbooks Shopping Like it was the 80's And then I had a friend who was going to kind of be on standby for Abby and Grayson while we were gone who said "Ya know, I still have that time free, do you want to do something?" I did! I wanted to go shopping. We took two whole days shopping. We thoroughly went through the women's department in each store and just took our time. This made going through my closet fun too. I did a little rearranging of what's in my closet with the newest modification of Hunter (our dog) sleeping in my closet now.  I am ready for this next phase of life.  And we checked out Costco and Sam's Club. I wanted to compare products that they offered. And I knew Sam's Club had the diapers and wipes I wanted to stock up on for the baby. This grandma is ready for grandbaby number 2!  As the week came to and end, I had the choice to go back into the office on Thursday or take one more day to myself. I talked myself into staying home. I got to get to some binders, workboxes, and slash pockets I'd been wanting to. I got to grab high tea with my cousin and after we went for a nice long walk. With the baby coming and the hurry up and wait game with the dissertation, I knew to maximize on this time. Self care is more than a massage. I wanted to share how I spent my time, to give you ideas of different ways of self care.  EPISODE RESOURCES: The Sunday Basket® Sign Up for the Organize 365® Newsletter  Did you enjoy this episode? Please leave a rating and review in your favorite podcast app. Share this episode with a friend and be sure to tag Organize 365® when you share on social media!

Love traveling off the beaten path in Italy? There's a special place near the shores of Lake Garda that you probably haven't heard of but it will charm you in a minute. Join us as we visit Palazzo Novello in the small town of Montichiari in Italy's Lombardy region.Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/298NEW! - the Untold Italy app - access our entire podcast history ad free and searchable - DOWNLOAD FOR iOS  •  DOWNLOAD FOR ANDROIDThe app is FREE to download and check out our Milan guide and general travel content. Upgrade to PREMIUM  for a one time fee to access Rome, Florence, Venice, Sorrento, Cinque Terre, Amalfi Coast, Capri, Ischia, Tuscany, Lake Como, Lake Garda, Veneto, Lombardy, Campania, Lazio, Puglia, Abruzzo, Calabria, Umbria, Molise, Sardinia with much more to comeSupport the showSubscribe to our mailing list and get our FREE Italy trip planning toolkit - subscribe hereNeed help with your trip? Check out our Trip Planning ServicesJoin us on tour. Browse our Trip scheduleFollowSubstackInstagram • Facebook • YouTube Editorial InformationThe Untold Italy travel podcast is an independent production. Podcast Editing, Audio Production and Website Development by Mark Hatter. Production Assistance and Content Writing by the other Katie Clarke 

We meet Ginny and Hartley Neel, Executive Directors of the Estate of Alice Neel, and the artist's daughter-in-law and son. We explore her current exhibition in Belgium at Xavier Hufkens.Alice Neel is widely recognised as one of the great American painters of the twentieth century. Her success, however, has largely been posthumous. In the past decade, interest in her work has grown exponentially, with a series of landmark exhibitions and art historical studies firmly cementing her position on the international stage.Neel's oeuvre is fascinating on two counts: not only was she an incredibly gifted painter, but also an astute and idiosyncratic chronicler of some of the most tumultuous decades in American history. While she also painted landscapes and still lifes, Neel is best known as a painter of people. Her sitters included artists, writers, intellectuals and family members, as well as people living on the margins of society, particularly immigrants. Deeply committed to equality and social justice, Neel was interested in the human struggle for survival, and in mankind's capacity for resilience in the face of hardship and deprivation. With her distinctive brushwork and remarkable feel for colour, Neel succeeded in capturing the inner psychological depths of her sitters. Her commitment to truth and dedication to figuration—unfashionable during her lifetime—ensured that her work remained permanently out of kilter with avant-garde movements such as abstract expressionism, pop art and minimalism. Yet her uncompromising approach gave rise to a unique and highly individualistic body of work that continues to exert an influence on contemporary artistic production.Alice Neel Still Lifes and Street Scenes runs until 22 November 2025 at Xavier Hufkens, Van Eyck, Brussels, Belgium. Follow @XavierHufkensThe first retrospective dedicated to the artist in Italy, 'Alice Neel: I Am the Century' is now open @PinacotecaAgnelli at in Turin, Italy – on view through 6 April 2026. Special thanks to the Estate of Alice Neel and Xavier Hufkens, Brussels for making this conversation possible. #aliceneel #xavierhufkens #pinacotecaagnelli Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Every country has its own bureaucracy... but some countries are worse than others. Part of living in a new country is learning the hoops you need to jump through to keep your life running smoothly. In this episode from our archives, Tiffany talks about how she has learned to deal with Italian bureaucracy, and how doing so is part of the inevitable expat process. What has she learned? ***The Bittersweet Life podcast has been on the air for an impressive 10+ years! In order to help newer listeners discover some of our earlier episodes, every Friday we are now airing an episode from our vast archives! Enjoy!*** ------------------------------------- COME TO ROME WITH US: Our third annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is all sold out for 2025! If you'd like to join us in 2026, and be part of an intimate group of listeners on a magical and unforgettable journey to Rome, discovering the city with us as your guides, find out more here. ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. BECOME A PATRON: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life and receive awesome prizes in return for your generosity! Visit our Patreon site to find out more. TIP YOUR PODCASTER: Say thanks with a one-time donation to the podcast hosts you know and love. Click here to send financial support via PayPal. (You can also find a Donate button on the desktop version of our website.) The show needs your support to continue. START PODCASTING: If you are planning to start your own podcast, consider Libsyn for your hosting service! Use this affliliate link to get two months free, or use our promo code SWEET when you sign up. SUBSCRIBE: Subscribe to the podcast to make sure you never miss an episode. Click here to find us on a variety of podcast apps. WRITE A REVIEW: Leave us a rating and a written review on iTunes so more listeners can find us. JOIN THE CONVERSATION: If you have a question or a topic you want us to address, send us an email here. You can also connect to us through Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Tag #thebittersweetlife with your expat story for a chance to be featured! NEW TO THE SHOW? Don't be afraid to start with Episode 1: OUTSET BOOK: Want to read Tiffany's book, Midnight in the Piazza? Learn more here or order on Amazon. TOUR ROME: If you're traveling to Rome, don't miss the chance to tour the city with Tiffany as your guide!

November 7, 2025: AI is rewriting the world of work. This episode covers the major shifts making headlines today: Elon Musk's warning of a "supersonic tsunami" of job losses, record-breaking layoffs across U.S. companies, and Italy's landmark move to regulate how employers use AI. Microsoft's mass cuts are testing the myth of job security, while Airbus redefines HR as the architects of the future. Meanwhile, the New York Times argues the AI apocalypse isn't here yet—it's just reshaping how companies restructure—and Bloomberg reports the worst October for job cuts in over two decades. Together, these stories reveal a deeper trend: AI isn't simply automating work, it's exposing whether leaders can adapt fast enough to build trust, design new roles, and keep the human experience at the center of progress.

An educational toy company takes its case against the U.S. President's tariffs all the way to the Supreme Court.In Chicago, ICE agents arrest a daycare teacher in front of the kids. An alderman tells us that shattered people's sense of safety, not just at one school, but at schools across the city. A scientist in Italy tells us how she convinced volunteers to let her bury them face down in the snow for more than half an hour. A lion on the loose caused panic, questions, and panicked questions in Ireland -- before it turned out the suspect had already been collared. In a story that sounds like someone from another country's idea of what happens in this country, a Mountie uses a Canadian flag to help steer a moose to safety. At last, the UK loosens its rules for lawyers -- and allows them not to wear hot, uncomfortable horsehair wigs in court, if they're really itching not to.As It Happens, the Thursday edition. Radio that knew the system was wigged.

Churchill's Spaniards: The Spanish Republicans Who Fought for Britain in WWII — with Sean F. Scullion In this episode, I speak with historian Sean F. Scullion, author of Churchill's Spaniards, about a remarkable and little-known story: the Spanish Republicans who escaped the fall of the Second Republic, endured internment under Vichy France, and later volunteered to fight in the British Army against fascism from 1940 to 1945. Drawing on multi-lingual archival work and over 110 family interviews, Scullion reconstructs the routes these veterans took—from the French Foreign Legion and North African labour camps to the Pioneer Corps, Commandos, SOE, and even the SAS—and explores why many kept fighting despite exile, wounds, and the bitter knowledge that Franco would survive the war.Scullion also discusses his research method (triangulating sources across British, French, and Spanish archives), the challenge of language barriers inside British units, the post-war lives of these men in Britain (including the Spanish Ex-Servicemen's Association and links with trade unions), and the complicated geopolitics surrounding Churchill's efforts to keep Spain out of the war.What we coverWho were “Churchill's Spaniards”? From Republican veterans to exiles who re-entered the fight under British command.Two waves of enlistment: 1940 (after service with French forces) and 1942–44 (after release from Vichy internment in North Africa).Across the theatres: Norway, North Africa, Italy, Greece, the Mediterranean, Western Europe— as far as Burma.Units and roles: From enlistment via the Pioneer Corps to transfers into infantry, Commandos, SOE, and the SAS (with c. 15 Spaniards serving in the SAS).Motivation and ideology: Anti-fascist commitment, complex politics (including anarchist backgrounds), and hopes—ultimately disappointed—that the Allies would remove Franco.After 1945: Settlement in Britain, union activism, campaigning against Franco's regime, and the memory-work of families today.About today's guestSean F. Scullion is a historian and serving British Army officer. A bilingual Spanish–English (and fluent French) researcher, he has spent nine years tracing this diaspora of Republican veterans and their wartime service under British command, combining multilingual archival research with a large and growing network of families across Britain, Spain, and France.Recommended readingSean F. Scullion, Churchill's Spaniards (paperback edition available now; check independent booksellers or buy direct from the publisher).Background on the Spanish Republicans in exile, Vichy internment in North Africa, and the Pioneer Corps in WWII.CreditsHost: Nick Shepley • Explaining History Podcast Guest: Sean F. Scullion Production: Explaining HistoryIf you enjoy the show, please rate and review on your podcast app and share with a friend or colleague teaching/learning modern European history.Explaining History helps you understand the 20th Century through critical conversations and expert interviews. We connect the past to the present. If you enjoy the show, please subscribe and share.▸ Support the Show & Get Exclusive ContentBecome a Patron: patreon.com/explaininghistory▸ Join the Community & Continue the ConversationFacebook Group: facebook.com/groups/ExplainingHistoryPodcastSubstack: theexplaininghistorypodcast.substack.com▸ Read Articles & Go DeeperWebsite: explaininghistory.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's win-or-go-home weekend all over the map, and Morning Espresso is here for the stress test. Jason digs into the MLS Game 3 gut checks in Charlotte, Cincinnati and Minnesota, what's really at stake for Inter Miami's “Fantastic Four” in this postseason, and how the NWSL playoff bracket sets up for Kansas City's shield run, Barbra Banda-less Orlando, and moreThen it's roster season: USMNT's November surprises (hello again, Gio Reyna), how injuries and club form shaped Pochettino's call sheet, and what Argentina, Spain, France, Italy and England's lists tell us about the sprint to 2026. Plus a fast lap through the global headlines — Pep's 1,000th match, Barça edging back to Camp Nou, Juve's new money, Ajax's reset, Libertadores storylines and a Superclásico at La Bombonera to cap the weekend.Pour your cup, hit play, and ride along as The SDH Network takes you Around the Corner from Everywhere.

Odourless, tasteless, colourless, lethal. In the mid-17th century, men were dropping like flies in Italy. And this wasn't just the plague - it was the work of the poison Aqua Tofana.So what is Aqua Tofana? And who was its apocryphal purveyor, Giulia Tofana? In this episode we are diving back to Renaissance Italy to learn more about a circle of women poisoners, and the men they chose to murder. How did they eventually get caught? What is their legacy?Kate is joined by Cathryn Kemp, author of historical novel, 'A Poisoner's Tale'.This episode was edited by Tim Arstall and produced by Sophie Gee. The senior producer was Freddy Chick.Sign up to History Hit for hundreds of hours of original documentaries, with a new release every week and ad-free podcasts. Sign up at https://www.historyhit.com/subscribe.  You can take part in our listener survey here.All music from Epidemic Sounds.Betwixt the Sheets: History of Sex, Scandal & Society is a History Hit podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of our Cross-Border Catch-Up podcast series, Lina Fernandez (Boston) joins Julie Brooks (New York) to discuss Italy's fast-evolving rules on fixed-term contracts, from the 12- and 24-month thresholds to the new grounds introduced by Law 85/2023. The speakers also explain caps on headcount, fresh prohibitions, heightened damages exposure and the practical steps multinationals must take now to avoid unintended conversions to open-ended employment.

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Let's Kiki with my one and only friend that lives in NY. We're also neighbors! Enjoy sloots

SHOW 11-4-25 CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR 18865 PUBLISHER ROW THE SHOW BEGINS IN THE DOUBTS ABOUT NEW YORK CITY AND LONDON. FIRST HOUR 9-915 Economic Policy and China Trade. Elizabeth Peek discusses the US economy, where Treasury Secretary Bessent asserts that housing is in recession due to high Federal Reserve rates. Peek argues that lower rates are needed to "unstick" the housing market. The Fed, led by Jay Powell, is fixated on inflation, though Peek questions his rationale regarding tariffs and labor demand. The conversation also covers the Trump-Xi meeting, which was anticlimactic, postponing confrontation for a year. Key concessions included China relenting on rare earth exports and American soybean boycotts. 915-930 Economic Policy and China Trade. Elizabeth Peek discusses the US economy, where Treasury Secretary Bessent asser 930-945 The Far Right in Europe and German Rearmament. Judy Dempsey examines the rise of Europe's far right, noting that while they succeed in complaining, they often struggle to govern, exe. 945-1000 The Far Right in Europe and German Rearmament. Judy Dempsey examines the rise of Europe's far right, noting that while they succeed in complaining, they often struggle to govern, exemplified by t. SECOND HOUR 1245-100 AM Nigeria, Venezuela Intervention, and China Power Struggles. Gregory Copley discusses Trump's order for military action in Nigeria, noting the violence is complex and not strictly genocide against Christians, contrasting it with US refusal to provide past aid. Discussion shifts to the overwhelming US military buildup near Venezuela, which might force Maduro's departure by damaging his credibility, possibly via anti-narcotics action. The interview concludes by analyzing the anticlimactic Trump-Xi meeting, attributing the lack of confrontation to Xi Jinping's significantly weakened position due to China's shattered economy and internal power struggles. SHOW 11-4-25 CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR THE SHOW BEGINS IN THE DOUBTS ABOUT NEW YORK CITY AND LONDON. FIRST HOUR 9-915 Economic Policy and China Trade. Elizabeth Peek discusses the US economy, where Treasury Secretary Bessent asserts that housing is in recession due to high Federal Reserve rates. Peek argues that lower rates are needed to "unstick" the housing market. The Fed, led by Jay Powell, is fixated on inflation, though Peek questions his rationale regarding tariffs and labor demand. The conversation also covers the Trump-Xi meeting, which was anticlimactic, postponing confrontation for a year. Key concessions included China relenting on rare earth exports and American soybean boycotts. 915-930 Economic Policy and China Trade. Elizabeth Peek discusses the US economy, where Treasury . 930-945 The Far Right in Europe and German Rearmament. Judy Dempsey examines the rise of Europe's far right, noting that while they succeed in complaining, they often struggle to govern, exemplified by the AfD's lack of concrete policies. Hungary's Viktor Orbán, though long-ruling, now faces popular pressure. Dempsey highlights Italy's Giorgia Meloni as an exception who has successfully governed by clearly communicating her reform agenda. She confirms that Russia supports destabilizing far-right movements across Europe, particularly hoping for an AfD win. Additionally, Germany's Chancellor Merz is committed to redeveloping the military and infrastructure for NATO defense. 945-1000 The Far Right in Europe and German Rearmament. Judy Dempsey examines the rise of Europe's far right, noting that while they succeed in complaining, they often struggle to govern, exemplified by the AfD's lack of concrete policies. Hungary's Viktor Orbán, though long-ruling, now faces popular pressure. Dempsey highlights Italy's Giorgia Meloni as an exception who has successfully governed by clearly communicating her reform agenda. She confirms that Russia supports destabilizing far-right movements across Europe, particularly hoping for an AfD win. Additionally, Germany's Chancellor Merz is committed to redeveloping the military and infrastructure for NATO defense. SECOND HOUR 10-1015 Venezuela Pressure Campaign and Asian Diplomacy. Mary Kissel analyzes the massive US military buildup near Venezuela, staged from Roosevelt Roads, noting that the Trump administration prioritizes removing Maduro due to national security threats. She emphasizes that the State Department possesses numerous non-military levers, like sanctions and international pressure through the OAS, to induce Maduro's exit without direct intervention. Kissel also characterizes President Trump's diplomatic engagement at ASEAN and APEC as very successful, securing vital commitments on rare earth mining and processing to counter Chinese economic threats in the Pacific. 1015-1030 Venezuela Pressure Campaign and Asian Diplomacy. Mary Kissel analyzes the massive US military buildup near Venezuela, staged from Roosevelt Roads, noting that the Trump administration prioritizes removing Maduro due to national security threats. She emphasizes that the State Department possesses numerous non-military levers, like sanctions and international pressure through the OAS, to induce Maduro's exit without direct intervention. Kissel also characterizes President Trump's diplomatic engagement at ASEAN and APEC as very successful, securing vital commitments on rare earth mining and processing to counter Chinese economic threats in the Pacific. 1030-1045 Hamas Leverage, Gaza Ruin, and Hezbollah Rearmament. Jonathan Schanzer explains that Hamas is stalling hostage releases to maintain leverage, banking on Israel's lack of "strategic patience" for indefinite occupation. He explores the idea of a "Tale of Two Gazas," where Israel controls 53% and Hamas 47%, warning that reconstruction aid is improbable if Hamas remains in power. He highlights growing dangers, including the rearming of Hezbollah by Iran and unexpectedly Turkey, forcing Israel to reconsider the northern front. He adds that the Israeli military is actively engaged in "constant gardening" to address armed gangs in the West Bank. 1045-1100 Hamas Leverage, Gaza Ruin, and Hezbollah Rearmament. Jonathan Schanzer explains that Hamas is stalling hostage releases to maintain leverage, banking on Israel's lack of "strategic patience" for indefinite occupation. He explores the idea of a "Tale of Two Gazas," where Israel controls 53% and Hamas 47%, warning that reconstruction aid is improbable if Hamas remains in power. He highlights growing dangers, including the rearming of Hezbollah by Iran and unexpectedly Turkey, forcing Israel to reconsider the northern front. He adds that the Israeli military is actively engaged in "constant gardening" to address armed gangs in the West Bank. THIRD HOUR 1100-1115 The Rise of Extremist Politics in the US and UK. Joseph Sternberg analyzes the rise of extreme political figures like New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani, warning conservatives that opponents' political mistak 1115-1130 The Rise of Extremist Politics in the US and UK. Joseph Sternberg analyzes the rise of extreme political figures like New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani, warning conservatives that opponents' political mistakes do not guarantee their success, citing the UK's Jeremy Corbyn as a parallel. He notes that frustrated voters seek "sledgehammers" on both the left and right. In the UK, he details how Chancellor Rachel Reeves and the Labour government are suffering plummeting approval due to economic mismanagement, forcing tax hikes and breaking promises, benefiting Nigel Farage's Reform UK party. 1130-1145 Nuclear Testing, Venezuela Buildup, and Gaza Occupation. Colonel Jeff McCausland criticizes Secretary Hegseth's suggestion that resuming nuclear testing would make nuclear war "less likely," noting that the US deterrent is already credible and testing would destabilize adversaries. He highlights the excessive US military buildup near Venezuela, questioning the post-intervention mission, referencing the "Pottery Barn theory." Regarding Gaza, he suggests the potential creation of "two Gazas" leads to an indefinite, burdensome Israeli occupation and creates a breeding ground for future insurgency. 1145-1200 Nuclear Testing, Venezuela Buildup, and Gaza Occupation. Colonel Jeff McCausland criticizes Secretary Hegseth's suggestion that resuming nuclear testing would make nuclear war "less likely," noting that the US deterrent is already credible and testing would destabilize adversaries. He highlights the excessive US military buildup near Venezuela, questioning the post-intervention mission, referencing the "Pottery Barn theory." Regarding Gaza, he suggests the potential creation of "two Gazas" leads to an indefinite, burdensome Israeli occupation and creates a breeding ground for future insurgency. FOURTH HOUR 12-1215 Nigeria, Venezuela Intervention, and China Power Struggles. Gregory Copley discusses Trump's order for military action in Nige. 1215-1230 Nigeria, Venezuela Intervention, and China Power Struggles. Gregory Copley discusses Trump's order for military  1230-1245 Nigeria, Venezuela Intervention, and China Power Struggles. Gregory Copley discusses Trump's order for military action in Nigeria, noting the violence is complex and not strictly genocide against Christians, contrasting it with US refusal to provide past aid. Discussion shifts to the overwhelming US military buildup near Venezuela, which might force Maduro's departure by damaging his credibility, possibly via anti-narcotics action. The interview concludes by analyzing the anticlimactic Trump-Xi meeting, attributing the lack of confrontation to Xi Jinping's significantly weakened position due to China's shattered economy and internal power struggles. 1245-100 AM Nigeria, Venezuela Intervention, and China Power Struggles. Gregory Copley d

Brea and Mallory name their most anticipated books for November and December! Plus, they interview the filmmaker behind the new documentary The Librarians, Kim A. Snyder. Email us at readingglassespodcast at gmail dot com!Reading Glasses MerchRecommendations StoreThe Reading Glasses Book!Sponsors -IngramSparkwww.ingramspark.com/learnmoreGreenChefwww.greenchef.com/50GLASSESCODE: 50GLASSESLinks -Reading Glasses Facebook GroupReading Glasses Goodreads GroupWish ListNewsletterLibro.fmTo join our Discord channel, email us proof of your Reading-Glasses-supporting Maximum Fun membership!www.maximumfun.org/joinThe Librarians Books Mentioned - Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil by V.E. SchwabSomebody is Walking on Your Grave by Mariana Enriquez, translated by Megan McDowellNovemberBitter Honey by Lolá Ákínmádé ÅkerströmLiterary fiction, mother-daughter relationship, Swedish pop star whose mother is trying to protect her from the pastCursed Daughters by Oyinkan BraithwaiteLiterary fiction, family curse, a woman whose family believes she is another family member reincarnatedLucky Seed by Justinian HuangLiterary fiction, matriarch of a wealthy family is pushing her gay nephew to produce an heir for the familyNext Time Will Be Our Turn by Jesse Q. SutantoLiterary fiction, woman learning the truth of her glamorous grandmother's star crossed queer love storyThat's Not How It Happened by Craig ThomasLiterary fiction, family whose lives get adapted into a movie and chaos ensues, creator of HOW I MET YOUR MOTHERThe White Hot by Quiara Alegría HudesLiterary fiction, bad-mom trope, generational trauma, Siddhartha reimaginingQueen Esther by John IrvingReturn to the world of The Cider House Rules The Amberglow Candy Store by Hiyoko Kurisu, translated by Matt TreyvaudMagical realism, a fox spirit who sells magic healing treats to humansDeeper than the Ocean by Mirta OjitoLiterary fiction, multigenerational, immigration, family tiesThe Eleventh Hour by Salman RushdieShort stories, magical realismPalaver by Bryan WashingtonLiterary fiction, family, healingThe Pelican Child by Joy WilliamsShort stories, the struggle of livingDays at the Torunka Cafe by Satoshi Yagisawa, translated by Eric OzawaLiterary fiction, set in Tokyo, three people find literal and emotional nourishmentThe Botanist's Assistant by Peggy TownsendMystery, cozy, research assistant to a botanist must solve a murderThe Mysterious Death of Junetta PlumHistorical mystery, Jazz Age Harlem, woman and her orphaned charge must solve a murderThe Perfect Hosts by Heather GudenkaufThriller, someone dies at a “pistols and pearls” gender reveal party, secretsBest Offer Wins by Marisa KashinoThriller, satire, competitive real estate market, woman who has lost out on 11 houses will do anything to get her dream homeWith Friends Like These by Alissa LeeThriller, group of college friends who have been playing a killing game known as The Circus for 20 yearsThe Burning Library by Gilly MacmillanThriller, dark academia, Scotland, rivalling secret orders of women battling to find a medieval manuscript, murderTurns of Fate by Anne BishopFantasy, contemporary, paranormal detective, start of seriesThe Nameless Land by Kate ElliotFantasy, epic, sequel to The Witch RoadsThe Merge by Grace WalkerSci fi, dystopian, a world where the separate consciousnesses of two people can be put in one bodyBrigands and Breadknives by Travis BaldreeThird book of Legends and LattesI, Media by Ayana GrayHistorical fiction, retelling, Greek mythology, villain origin storyAphrodite by Phoenicia RogersonHistorical fiction, retelling, Greek mythologyBeasts of the Sea by Iida Turpeinen, translated by David HackstonHistorical fiction, Finland, triple timeline, 1700s naturalist, 1850s Alaskan governor finds mysterious skeleton, 1950s museum curatorLast Call at the Savoy by Brisa CarletonHistorical fiction, historian investigating story of first female celebrity bartenderThe Mad Wife by Meagan ChurchHistorical fiction, 1950s housewife, motherhood, identityThe Place Where They Buried Your Heart by Christina HenryHorror, child disappearance, scary house, woman returning home to confront childhood mysteryThe Villa, Once Beloved by Victor ManiboHorror, gothic, Philippines, diaspora, intergenerational trauma, demonsSecond Chance Romance by Olivia DadeContemporary romance, small town, plus size heroine, second chance, grumpy/grumpyBlackthorn by J.T. GeissingerDark romance, gothic, paranormal, forbidden, grumpy/grumpy, enemies to lover, dark magic, touch her and dieThe Marriage Narrative by Claire KannContemporary romance, reality TV, marriage of convenienceSon of the Morning by Akwaeke EmeziRomantasy, spicy, set in the Black South, queer, magicEmber Eternal by Chlore NeillRomantasy, thief with secret magic, court intrigue/imperial politicsViolet Thistlewaite Is Not a Villain Anymore by Emily KremphotlzRomantasy, plant witch and grumpy alchemist must save their small town from a magical plagueThe Bookshop Below by Georgia SummersRomantasy, disgraced bookseller restores a magical bookshop and enters dark underworld of dark ink magic and shady collectorsBook of Lives by Margaret AtwoodMemoirCher: The Memoir, Part TwoThe First Eight: A Personal History of the Pioneering Black Congressmen Who Shaped a Nation by Jim ClyburnMemoirQueen Mother: Black Nationalism, Reparations, and the Untold Story of Audley Moore by Ashley D. FarmerBiography of woman who helped found modern Black nationalism and who led the fight for reparationsWe Did OK, Kid by Anthony HopkinsMemoirStar of the Show: My Life on Stage by Dolly PartonMemoirBread of Angels by Patti SmithMemoir100 Rules for Living to 100: An Optimist's Guide to a Happy Life by Dick Van DykeAutobiographyBlack-Owned: The Revolutionary Life of the Black Bookstore by Char AdamsHistory, the role of Black-owned bookstores in Black political movements throughout U.S. historyThirst Trap by Gráinne O'HareLiterary fiction, queer, friendship, moving from late 20s to early 30sWhere There's Room for Us by Hayley KiyokoQueer YA romance in reimagined queernorm Victorian EnglandThe Dramatic Life of Jonah Penrose by Robyn GreenQueer romance, Red White and Royal Blue but in the London theater sceneAs Many Souls as Stars by Natasha SiegelQueer romantasy, sapphic, witch and demon caught in game across multiple lifetimesPetty Lies by Sulmi Bak, translated by Sarah LyoHorror, epistolary, four characters locked in a cycle of vengeanceDecemberThe Snake-Eater by T KingfisherFantasy, contemporary, horror, woman leaves the city to live in her late aunt's house, an ancient god comes to collect on aunt's unfulfilled promiseThe Birdwater by Jacquelyn MitchardLiterary fiction, journalist investigates a former classmate who is accused of murderThe Time Hop Coffee Shop by Phaedra PatrickMagical realism, magical coffee which grants you a wish, protagonist wishes to revisit her past so she can change the presentHouse of Day, House of Night by Olga Tokarczuk, translated by Antonia Lloyd-JonesReprint of early novel - series of interconnected short storiesThe Jaguar's Roar by Micheliny Verunschk, translated by Juliana BarbassaHistorical fiction, parallel timelines - one is an Indigenous girl in the 1800s who is kidnapped, and another that is a modern woman's search for herTailored Realities by Brandon SandersonFantasy, short storiesDawn of the Firebird by Sarah Mughal RanaFantasy, woman must secretly join enemy's magical school after her clan is killed, djinn, vengeanceWe Will Rise Again edited by Karen Lord, Annalee Newitz, and Malka OlderSpec fic, short stories, essays, protest, resistance, hope, interviewsThe Mating Game by Lana FergusonParanormal romance, wolf shifter, Christmas, contemporaryTender Cruelty by Katee RobertDark romance, Hera/Zeus, Greek retelling, spicyThe Dark is Descending by Chloe C. PeñarandaThird in romantasy trilogyThe Sea Captain's Wife: A True Story of Mutiny, Love, and Adventure at the Bottom of the World by Tilar J. MazzeoHistory, Gold Rush–era, maritime adventure, Mary Ann Patten - first woman captain of a merchant shipGalapagos by Fátima Vélez, translated by Hannah KaudersWeird fiction, queer, group of artists who are dying of AIDS embark on a surreal final voyage through the Galapagos IslandsSong of Ancient Lovers by Laura Restrepo, translated by Caro de RobertisFantasy, retelling, mythical love story, Queen of Sheba and King SolomonCape Fever by Nadia DavidsHorror, gothic, psychological, historical, 1920s, maid finds herself entangled with the spirits of a decaying manor, secretsAn Anthology of Rural Stories by Writers of Color edited by Deesha PhilyawShort storiesWinter Stories by Ingvild RishøiShort storiesSecrets of the First School by TL HuchuFinal Edinburgh Nights bookBetter in Black: Ten Stories of Shadowhunter Romance by Cassandra ClareShort storiesThe Happiness Collector by Crystal KingSpec fic, a historian's dream job in Italy takes a dark turn when she discovers her employers aren't humanThe Last Vampire by Romina GarberYA dark fantasy, boarding school, Pride and Prejudice meets CraveThe Library of Fates by Margot HarrisonRomantasy, two former classmates race to find a rare book that can foretell your future if you confess a secret from your pastA Grim Reaper's Guide to Cheating Death by Maxie DaraCozy fantasy mystery, when a killer targets her brother, a grim reaper risks everything to save himRomantasy Cocktails by Jassy DavisCookingA Steep and Savage Path by JJA HarwoodRomantasy, vampires, dark romance, enemies to lovers, journey to the underworldWe Who Will Die by Stacia StarkRomantasy, Ancient Rome, Rome-antasy, vampires, slow burn, magic creatures, godsAn Arcane Inheritance by Kamilah ColeFantasy, dark academia, magic university, secret societyMurder in Manhattan by Julie MulhernMystery, historical, female reporter solving crimes in the glamorous world of the rich and famous in 1920s ManhattanHer Time Traveling Duke by Bryn DonovanRomantasy, time travel, grumpy-sunshine, love spells brings a Regency duke to modern timesSeeing Other People by Emily Wibberley and Austin Siegemund-BrokaParanormal romance, two people literally haunted by their exesEveryone in the Group Chat Dies by L.M. ChiltonMystery, funny, 90s serial killer, TikTok true crime investigatorTwin Tides by Hien NguyenYA horror, long-lost twin sisters unravel the mystery behind their mother's disappearance

On this episode: Lucy Lopez, Elizabeth Newcamp, and Zak Rosen dig into a listener letter that hits close to home for Elizabeth. A military mom wants to know how specific she should be with her kids about her spouse's upcoming deployment. They commiserate, and offer suggestions for how to keep the absent spouse involved even while they are away.  But first, they share their latest triumphs and fails, where a day off for Lucy's daughter goes haywire, Zak enjoys a peaceful morning, and Elizabeth learns about Italy's bus system the hard way. Podcast production by Cheyna Roth. Video production by Micah Phillips. Join us on Facebook and email us at careandfeedingpod@slate.com to ask us new questions, tell us what you thought of today's show, and give us ideas about what we should talk about in future episodes. You can also call our phone line: (646) 357-9318. If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get to hang out with us on the Plus Playground every week for a whole additional grab-bag of content — and you'll get an ad-free experience across the network. And you'll also be supporting the work we do here on Care and Feeding. Sign up now at slate.com/careplus – or try it out on Apple Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In part one of Crowned & Cancelled's new 3-part series on the French Revolution, I'll explore's Marie Antoinette's (fake!) cake comment, Robespierre's flower crown, and how a country's cry for fresh croissants turned into a full-blown national breakdown. Expect guillotines, gossip, and the psychology behind revolutions that eat their own!Next week: Robespierre faces the music and a little Corsican artillery officer has some tall ideas for the future of France...Join me in Italy and Greece in 2026!

Duji is writing a book. Jeffrey was upset he had to leave the hockey game early. Getting into fist fights. Charlie's Italy trip. Dumb gets t-bagged. Jeffrey earns his flight suit badges. Little league batter cries. Duji cries over a Nickelback song. Charlie didn't pay his taxes.

Duji is writing a book. Jeffrey was upset he had to leave the hockey game early. Getting into fist fights. Charlie's Italy trip. Dumb gets t-bagged. Jeffrey earns his flight suit badges. Little league batter cries. Duji cries over a Nickelback song. Charlie didn't pay his taxes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode: Lucy Lopez, Elizabeth Newcamp, and Zak Rosen dig into a listener letter that hits close to home for Elizabeth. A military mom wants to know how specific she should be with her kids about her spouse's upcoming deployment. They commiserate, and offer suggestions for how to keep the absent spouse involved even while they are away.  But first, they share their latest triumphs and fails, where a day off for Lucy's daughter goes haywire, Zak enjoys a peaceful morning, and Elizabeth learns about Italy's bus system the hard way. Podcast production by Cheyna Roth. Video production by Micah Phillips. Join us on Facebook and email us at careandfeedingpod@slate.com to ask us new questions, tell us what you thought of today's show, and give us ideas about what we should talk about in future episodes. You can also call our phone line: (646) 357-9318. If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get to hang out with us on the Plus Playground every week for a whole additional grab-bag of content — and you'll get an ad-free experience across the network. And you'll also be supporting the work we do here on Care and Feeding. Sign up now at slate.com/careplus – or try it out on Apple Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get ready to fall in love with vegan Italian food. In this delicious episode of Food Heals, Allison sits down with Chef Tara Punzone, founder of LA's award-winning vegan restaurant Pura Vita, and renowned author Gene Stone (Forks Over Knives, How Not to Die) to talk about their brand new cookbook, Vegana Italiana. From mouthwatering pastas and creamy vegan ricotta to tiramisu you'll dream about, this episode explores how simple, clean ingredients and a little love can create unforgettable meals that are as good for you as they are for the planet. You'll discover: The story behind the first vegan Italian organic restaurant in the U.S. and how it survived Covid and thrived How Tara and Gene teamed up to bring her recipes and stories to life in Vegana Italiana The secret to making authentic Italian flavors without dairy or meat (hint: it starts with olive oil and San Marzano tomatoes) Why real Italian food makes you feel good instead of bloated and how ingredients grown in Italy differ from those in the U.S. What "biodynamic wine" actually means (and why you'll never drink the same way again) Tara's top favorite recipes from the book, including her vegan tiramisu, handmade gnocchi, and addictive mozzarella How to stock your "Essential Vegan Italian Pantry" for success The mindset shifts that helped Tara manifest her dream restaurant and now, her dream cookbook Listen now to learn how to cook, eat, and live the Italian vegan way, full of passion, flavor, and love.

On this episode: Lucy Lopez, Elizabeth Newcamp, and Zak Rosen dig into a listener letter that hits close to home for Elizabeth. A military mom wants to know how specific she should be with her kids about her spouse's upcoming deployment. They commiserate, and offer suggestions for how to keep the absent spouse involved even while they are away.  But first, they share their latest triumphs and fails, where a day off for Lucy's daughter goes haywire, Zak enjoys a peaceful morning, and Elizabeth learns about Italy's bus system the hard way. Podcast production by Cheyna Roth. Video production by Micah Phillips. Join us on Facebook and email us at careandfeedingpod@slate.com to ask us new questions, tell us what you thought of today's show, and give us ideas about what we should talk about in future episodes. You can also call our phone line: (646) 357-9318. If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get to hang out with us on the Plus Playground every week for a whole additional grab-bag of content — and you'll get an ad-free experience across the network. And you'll also be supporting the work we do here on Care and Feeding. Sign up now at slate.com/careplus – or try it out on Apple Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Faith, fear, and full-tilt weirdness collide on The Paranormal 60 News.This week: the Vatican's chief astronomer says he'd baptize an alien, a haunted doll in Britain won't stop swearing, an English pub hides a grave under its bar, a psychic's “reading” sparks a police report in China, Virginia's masked intruders turn out to be family, Kenya erupts over midnight witchcraft, and Italy's City of Witches still casts its spell, a hidden, haunted gem in Minnesota, PLUS a Brand New Upon Further Review.Paranormal News to Make You Nervous Edition - The Paranormal 60 NewsPLEASE SUPPORT THE ADVERTISERS THAT SUPPORT THIS SHOWTrue Classic - Step into your new home for the best clothes at True Classic ⁠www.TrueClassic.com/P60⁠Raycon Everyday Earbuds - Save up to 30% Off at ⁠www.buyraycon.com/truecrimenetwork⁠Cornbread Hemp - Save 30% off your first order at ⁠www.cornbreadhemp.com/P60⁠ and enter P60 into the coupon codeMint Mobile - To get your new wireless plan for just $15 a month, and get the plan shipped to your door for FREE, go to ⁠⁠⁠www.MintMobile.com/P60⁠Cozy Earth - Begin your sleep adventure on the best bedding and sleepwear with Cozy Earth: ⁠https://cozyearth.com/⁠ use Promo Code P60 for up to 40% off savings!Steam Beacon TV - Your home for Paranormal, Horror & True Crime TV ⁠https://streambeacontv.com/⁠⁠⁠Love & Lotus Tarot with Winnie Schrader - ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://lovelotustarot.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠PLEASE RATE & REVIEW THE PARANORMAL 60 PODCAST WHEREVER YOU LISTEN!#Paranormal60 #DaveSchrader #WeirdNews #Supernatural #HauntedDoll #AlienBaptism #CityOfWitches #WordsIsHard Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wine is about the humanity.  This concept hit me on a flight home from Rome. I was watching a movie and started to weep. I realized the human soul needs passion, passion forsomething; maybe another person, maybe a lifestyle, maybe a career, but passion drives our will. And wine is full of passion. To do it right, it takes nothing less than passion. Hey there, it's Paul Kalemkiarian on Wine Talks, and in this episode, I really wanted to get personal and share how deeply humanity and humility run through every thread of the wine world at its highest levels. I open the show reflecting on a profound sense of gratitude after tasting with some top producers—it reminded me why I'm passionate about this podcast. Wine isn't just a commodity to me; it's an expression of earth, spirit, and story, and the purpose of Wine Talks is to spread that message. I also let listeners into my own little world, sharing that I've tasted 100,000 wines over the years and even built a comprehensive database (and now an AI-driven app) to catalog all these bottles. It's quirky, but it keeps me grounded in what I love. Then, I shared a special moment from a recent trip to Rome, where I had the honor of attending the Vatican for the canonization of an Armenian archbishop. It was a powerful experience—full of history, pageantry, and meaning. Of course, the promised "private audience with the Pope" wasn't exactly one-on-one selfies, but still, being there among so many was remarkable. The journey continued to Puglia in southern Italy, where I managed, despite short notice, to meet with Mark Shannon of Amano wines. Mark's story resonated deeply—an American winemaker settling in an up-and-coming wine region, driven by pure passion. We recorded a heartfelt conversation, shared great food, and I came away reminded how wine connects people at the most human level. On my flight home, I got unexpectedly emotional watching Top Gun: Maverick. It hit home how we all seek passion and escape—sometimes in movies, sometimes in travel, sometimes in wine. No matter our circumstances, that longing for meaningful off-ramps never goes away. The show then explores not only the artistry and soulfulness in winemaking, but also the nuts-and-bolts of the business—from manipulated supermarket bottles that miss the mark to innovative new packaging concepts, marketing strategies, and the challenges faced by artisans like Mark Shannon trying to access the U.S. market. I shared anecdotes about recent guests—a geophysicist connecting volcanic soils to wine character, a business-savvy marketing pro, and other passionate personalities in the wine world. I reflected on the fascinating diversity of experiences, from NBA stars getting into wine to trailblazers supporting Armenian wine in the global conversation. In the end, I emphasized why I do this: it's for the humanity, the stories, and the connections that wine brings. My hope is always to bring listeners closer to the heart of wine—whether it's a legendary Bordeaux tasting or a birthday party at my own home. It's all about sharing, learning, and feeling something real. Cheers to the humanity of wine—and thanks for joining me on this episode of Wine Talks.         #winepodcast #WineTalks #PaulKalemkiarian #winetrade #winebusiness #winetasting #humanityinwine #PugliaItaly #Armenianwine #Bordeaux #NapaValley #passionforwine #storytelling #volcanicsoil #winemarketing #appellation #Primitivo #Zinfandel #winemakers #wineculture

Most countries have a value added tax of some kind that is computed on consumption of goods and services. For example, European countries have extremely high VAT typically ranging from about 17% to 27% depending on the country, with most EU member states using standard rates between 19% and 25%. For example, Germany applies a standard rate of 19%, France 20%, Italy 22%, and Hungary 27% (the highest in the EU), while reduced rates can apply for specific goods and services such as food, books, or medicines depending on national policy.Canada has a goods and services tax of 5% charged by the federal government. Provinces also charge sales tax. In some cases the two sales taxes are combined into a harmonized sales tax. Like in the EU, the sales tax is charged at all stages in commerce, but the sales tax paid on input costs are deductible from the amount collected and owing.Are taxes inflationary? They fund the government, but slow the economy. The addition of import tariffs is just another tax. It's a sales tax levied on imports. Imagine if the federal government were to levy a sales tax on the American consumer. I believe there would be an outright revolt. I believe Republicans and Democrats alike would be united against such a move. It is pretty clear that the power of the purse rests with the Congress in the US. The executive branch of government does not have power to impose taxes. We will see if the tariffs imposed by the President will survive the challenge that is before the courts. ------------**Real Estate Espresso Podcast:** Spotify: [The Real Estate Espresso Podcast](https://open.spotify.com/show/3GvtwRmTq4r3es8cbw8jW0?si=c75ea506a6694ef1)   iTunes: [The Real Estate Espresso Podcast](https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-real-estate-espresso-podcast/id1340482613)   Website: [www.victorjm.com](http://www.victorjm.com)   LinkedIn: [Victor Menasce](http://www.linkedin.com/in/vmenasce)   YouTube: [The Real Estate Espresso Podcast](http://www.youtube.com/@victorjmenasce6734)   Facebook: [www.facebook.com/realestateespresso](http://www.facebook.com/realestateespresso)   Email: [podcast@victorjm.com](mailto:podcast@victorjm.com)  **Y Street Capital:** Website: [www.ystreetcapital.com](http://www.ystreetcapital.com)   Facebook: [www.facebook.com/YStreetCapital](https://www.facebook.com/YStreetCapital)   Instagram: [@ystreetcapital](http://www.instagram.com/ystreetcapital)  

Youth leaders meet in Munich for the One Young World Summit, the EU resleases its annual Enlargement Report, and Serbia marks a year since the Novi Sad Railway Station disaster. Also: Italy's controversial Messina Bridge project, Spanish paternity leave and Estonian composer Arvo Pärt at 90.

Europe is a prime target for global adversaries. There is a strong emphasis on eCrime across the region as well as a rise in hacktivism and espionage stemming from ongoing conflicts. The CrowdStrike 2025 European Threat Landscape Report breaks down these trends. In this episode, Adam and Cristian cover the highlights. They start with cybercrime, a major theme of the report. The five most targeted European nations were the U.K., Germany, Italy, France, and Spain, which also represent the region's largest economies (excluding Russia). The most targeted sectors were manufacturing, professional services, technology, industrials and engineering, and retail. Adam explains how eCrime threat actors are looking for victims with a high need to stay operational. “With manufacturing, if they're knocked offline because of ransomware, they can count the downtime in dollars and cents,” he shares as an example. On the nation-state front, Russia is top of mind. Since its invasion of Ukraine in 2022, many Russian threat actors who operated globally are more focused on Ukraine and areas related to the conflict. Adam and Cristian discuss reports of North Korean threat actors supporting the Russians with weapons and personnel, North Korea targeting Ukraine, and the tactics and techniques that stand out most. The European threat landscape is crowded and complex. Tune in to understand the key findings, and download the full report for more details. https://www.crowdstrike.com/en-us/resources/reports/2025-european-threat-landscape-report/

We're about to embark on a stunning period of Rome's history in the middle Republic. Strap yourself in, this one is going to a take more a couple of episodes. We are, of course, dealing with the years that were 391/390 BCE. We begin with some of the important details that emerge for the latter part of 391 BCE which will have flow on effects for 390 BCE, which is the big ticket year that we'll be navigating in this episode.The title may have given a little away, but the Gauls are in Italy. North Italy specifically, but they are going to be travelling south and pretty soon they arrive on the doorstep of Clusium.Clusium, Rome's new bestie?The Etruscan people of the city of Clusium seek support from the Romans. Unusual, yes, good for storytelling, also yes. Clusium is deep in Etruscan territory and yet it seems the Romans are willing to send a delegation to see what the Gaulish fuss is all about. The delegation is made up solely of Fabians, who are apparently meant to be neutral, but that aspect of the situation falls away pretty quickly when one of them kills a leader of the Gauls...The Battle of the AliaRome (and particularly the Fabians) have really upset the Gauls so much so, that the Gauls make a bee-line for Rome moving swiftly through Etruscan territory to arrive at the point where the Tiber meets the Alia, just north of Rome. The speed of the Gallic movement catches the Romans off-guard and that's just the beginning of their woes.Things to listen out for:Who is King Brennus?“All things belong to the brave”Quintus Fabius gets right out of lineThe Gauls send envoys to RomeDiodorus Siculus - more accurate than Livy?Did Dionysius of Syracuse hire the Gauls as mercenaries?The search for somewhere cool?For our full show notes and edited transcripts, head on over to https://partialhistorians.com/Support the showPatreonKo-FiRead our booksRex: The Seven Kings of RomeYour Cheeky Guide to the Roman Empire Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Photography with Katie Orlinsky: National Geographic Photographer on Vanishing Caribou, Managing Solitude, Obsession, Endurance, and Working the Edge of the Arctic.National Geographic photographer Katie Orlinsky has spent the past decade documenting life in the Arctic, a place where climate, culture, and survival are all intertwined. Her latest exhibition, Vanishing Caribou, now showing at the Natural History Museum in Siena, Italy, captures the heartbreaking decline of Arctic caribou and the Indigenous communities whose lives depend on them. In this conversation, we talk about how she built the project, the balance between beauty and loss, and what it means to tell stories that help the world see differently.We also explore Katie's creative evolution, from covering conflict zones in Latin America to photographing the far north, and how solitude, obsession, and endurance have shaped her work. She shares lessons on risk-taking, avoiding burnout, and finding hope in a world that often feels like it's slipping away. This is a conversation about purpose, perseverance, and the power of bearing witness when the world needs it most.Notable Links:Katie Orlinsky WebsiteKatie Orlinsky InstagramNational Geographic: Where Are All The Caribou?Image Discussion: Arctic village of Anaktuvuk Pass with Caribou on Kitchen Floor*****This episode is brought to you by Lexar.For almost 30 years, Lexar has been trusted as a leading global brand of memory solutions so they know firsthand just how quickly content is transforming our world. Their award-winning lineup performs second to none and includes professional memory cards, card readers, and solid state drives for creators of all skill levels. So  - Whether shooting photos, capturing video, or transferring content on the go, Lexar provides the reliability and performance you can rely on to get the shot with confidence.I certainly do. I've been using Lexar Professional CFexpress 4.0 Type B GOLD memory cards with my Canon mirrorless cameras for years and years. And they deliver the blazing speed and the durability for the extreme weather conditions I encounter all over the world.To learn more about Lexar Memory Solutions, please visit lexar.com*****This episode is brought to you by Kase Revolution Plus Filters. I travel the world with my camera, and I can use any photography filters I like, and I've tried all of them, but in recent years I've landed on Kase Filters.Kase filters are made with premium materials, HD optical glass, shockproof, Ultra-Low Reflectivity, zero color cast, round and square filter designs, magnetic systems, filter holders, adapters, step-up rings, and everything I need so I never miss a moment.And now, my listeners can get 10% off the Kase Filters Amazon page when they visit. beyondthelens.fm/kase and use coupon code BERNABE10Kase Filters, Capture with Confidence.

On this episode: Lucy Lopez, Elizabeth Newcamp, and Zak Rosen dig into a listener letter that hits close to home for Elizabeth. A military mom wants to know how specific she should be with her kids about her spouse's upcoming deployment. They commiserate, and offer suggestions for how to keep the absent spouse involved even while they are away.  But first, they share their latest triumphs and fails, where a day off for Lucy's daughter goes haywire, Zak enjoys a peaceful morning, and Elizabeth learns about Italy's bus system the hard way. Podcast production by Cheyna Roth. Video production by Micah Phillips. Join us on Facebook and email us at careandfeedingpod@slate.com to ask us new questions, tell us what you thought of today's show, and give us ideas about what we should talk about in future episodes. You can also call our phone line: (646) 357-9318. If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get to hang out with us on the Plus Playground every week for a whole additional grab-bag of content — and you'll get an ad-free experience across the network. And you'll also be supporting the work we do here on Care and Feeding. Sign up now at slate.com/careplus – or try it out on Apple Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cristina Gomez reports on the latest 3I/ATLAS activity and new images from Spain, Italy, and China, revealing 3I/ATLAS has no cometary tail after its closest solar pass on October 29th, defying all scientific predictions as NASA data shows non-gravitational acceleration requiring 13% mass loss while Dr. Avi Loeb and Congresswoman Anna Paulina Luna push for high-resolution Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter images to determine if this interstellar object with 10 documented anomalies is a natural comet or something else entirely before its December 19th closest approach to Earth.To see the VIDEO of this episode, click or copy link - https://youtu.be/uZyJspHpnBkVisit my website with International UFO News, Articles, Videos, and Podcast direct links -www.ufonews.co00:00 - 3I/ATLAS New Images Just Dropped02:10 - 3I/ATLAS  Missing Tail Mystery03:12 - Something's Pushing 3I/ATLAS 04:47 - Ice Fragments 3I/ATLAS Theory 05:30 - NASA Will Release 3I/ATLAS  Images07:19 - 3I/ATLAS is Breaking All The Rules09:23 - 3I/ATLAS Critical Weeks AheadBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/strange-and-unexplained--5235662/support.

It's been 6 months! Can you believe it. But we are back! And excited to be back. This episode is literally a sister chat, we have no idea if anyone will get to the end of it haha. But you know, we hesitated a moment before hitting publish then thought... no we have to publish it! It's been 6 months after all! So here we go, episode 439 on the Get Merry Podcast Show!This is what we spoke about during the episodeWe built an online Yin Yoga course (we are running it right now, and yes, it's amazing!).We ran the 2025 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Cohort. Another beautiful cohort! We went to Italy for a month with the whole family, Emma got married in Martina Franca! And yes, we are actually planning next week's episode! If you're not yet a MerryBody member, sign up for the 7-day trial not just to exercise daily but also to practise self-acceptance.If you loved this episode, share it with friends and family. Get in touch, we would love to hear from you, send us an email to carla@themerrymakersisters.com or emma@themerrymakersisters.com or message us on our Facebook and Instagram accounts @themerrymakersisters.Always merrymaking,Emma + CarlaP.s if you ever need further help or guidance please contact Lifeline or Beyond Blue. Asking for help is pure courage. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In honor of our Silver Signal Award, we're bringing back Silver Medal Superstars, a tribute to all the great second place entries in Eurovision that don't get nearly as much love as the winners. For this look back, we're joined by Eurovangelists fan and DJ Cecily Herzig of Connections with Cecily, a great music show on Royalton Community Radio in Vermont. Jeremy's finding the New Seekers everywhere he looks, Dimitry gives his Bettan history lecture, Cecily dreams of pop girlie babushki, and Oscar proves his unspoken bond with Cecily.Learn more about Cecily and her radio show, and listen to the most recent episode: https://www.royaltonradio.org/meet-cecily-herzig/Watch all the Silver Medal Superstars from this week on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLd2EbKTi9fyVPxA2wWaA7bnyWjJ0YGuFtThis week's companion playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/34BcnN3FdWpaXfDBpSLLSx The Eurovangelists are Jeremy Bent, Oscar Montoya and Dimitry Pompée.The theme was arranged and recorded by Cody McCorry and Faye Fadem, and the logo was designed by Tom Deja.Production support for this show was provided by the Maximum Fun network.The show is edited by Jeremy Bent with audio mixing help was courtesy of Shane O'Connell.Find Eurovangelists on social media as @eurovangelists on Instagram and @eurovangelists.com on Bluesky, or send us an email at eurovangelists@gmail.com. Head to https://maxfunstore.com/collections/eurovangelists for Eurovangelists merch. Also follow the Eurovangelists account on Spotify and check out our playlists of Eurovision hits, competitors in upcoming national finals, and companion playlists to every single episode, including this one!

Uncovering the deep connection between Buddhism and Martial Arts, Damiano Seiryū Finizio joins Vincent Moore to explore what it truly means to face our most powerful opponent: the mind.This conversation was originally recorded on Paths of Practice Podcast. Listen to more episodes HERE.Today's podcast is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/beherenow and get on your way to being your best self.This time on the BHNN Guest Podcast, Damiano and Vincent discuss:What initially brought Damiano to Buddhism after growing up in Italy, a predominantly Catholic countryHow Buddhism can be harmonious with martial arts Working on self-development and mutual growth rather than sparring Maintaining perfect mental presence during times of physical discomfort Following the Buddhist precepts and adopting a vegan diet for the principal of no-harmMountains as natural energy centersDamiano's global work and exposure to unique cultures in Vietnam, Cambodia, The Canary Islands, and moreBringing the message of peace, awareness, and compassion into the westDamiano's advice for beginners walking the Buddhist pathAbout Damiano Seiryū Finizio:Damiano Finizio was born in Italy in 1992. He began practicing traditional Japanese martial arts in 2012, where he met the Buddhist monk Seiun, who transformed his curiosity for Eastern disciplines and philosophies into dedicated practice. In 2014, he officially took refuge in the Dharma at Tenryuzanji Temple, receiving the name Seiryu, symbolizing his deep bond with his teacher and the temple. Since 2020, he has been living and working in Spain as a hostel owner, while also working seasonally in Italy and Croatia as a trip leader during the warmer months. Despite his commitments, he remains an active member of the Tenryuzanji community and continues to participate in its activities whenever possible.For more information about Tenryuzanji Temple, please click HERE. To keep up with Damiano, visit his Instagram.“The advice is don't do it yourself. It's very likely to happen that you're trying to tame your mind, but if you don't know how to do it, most likely your mind will tame you and make you feel like you're moving forward, but you're just looking for comfort. This is why a teacher is important.“ –Damiano Seiryū FinizioAbout Vincent Moore:Vincent Moore is a creative and creative consultant living in San Francisco, California, with over a decade of experience in the entertainment industry and holds a graduate degree in Buddhist Studies. For years, he performed regularly at the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre, an improv and sketch comedy theatre based in New York and Los Angeles. As an actor, Vincent performed on Comedy Central, The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, The Late Show with Seth Meyers, Above Average, and The UCB Show on Seeso. As a writer, he developed for television as well as stage, including work with the Blue Man Group, and his own written projects have been featured on websites such as Funny or Die. Additionally, he received a Masters of Buddhist Studies from the Institute of Buddhist Studies with a Certificate in Soto Zen Studies and engages in a personal Buddhist practice within the Soto Zen tradition. Vincent is also the creator and host of the podcast, Paths of Practice, which features interviews with Buddhists from all over the world. Learn more on Vincent's website HERE.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

#531 Norton: The Return. Gareth visits EICMA in Milan, Europe's biggest motorcycle show for the launch of the new range of Norton motorbikes and to meet the people responsible for rebooting this much-loved British bike brand.

Dido, Queen of Carthage is the earliest of Christopher Marlowe's known plays, possibly written while he was still a student at Corpus Christi College in Cambridge whose college library held a copy of Virgil's Aeneid, the principal source of the story. The play was co-authored by a fellow Cambridge undergraduate Thomas Nashe, although Nashe's contribution is now thought to have been a minor one. It was acted by the "Children of Her Maiestie's Chappell " around 1587.The play tells of the tragic love affair between Dido, Queen of Carthage, and Aeneas, a survivor from the destruction of Troy who is voyaging to Italy to build a new city. When Aeneas and his men are driven ashore near Carthage he and Dido fall in love and plan to marry. But Hermes, the messenger of the Gods, reminds Aeneas of his divinely decreed mission to found Rome.This is a dramatic reading.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dido, Queen of Carthage is the earliest of Christopher Marlowe's known plays, possibly written while he was still a student at Corpus Christi College in Cambridge whose college library held a copy of Virgil's Aeneid, the principal source of the story. The play was co-authored by a fellow Cambridge undergraduate Thomas Nashe, although Nashe's contribution is now thought to have been a minor one. It was acted by the "Children of Her Maiestie's Chappell " around 1587.The play tells of the tragic love affair between Dido, Queen of Carthage, and Aeneas, a survivor from the destruction of Troy who is voyaging to Italy to build a new city. When Aeneas and his men are driven ashore near Carthage he and Dido fall in love and plan to marry. But Hermes, the messenger of the Gods, reminds Aeneas of his divinely decreed mission to found Rome.This is a dramatic reading.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

He's part of American tennis' great youth movement, and he's Atlanta's own. Ben Shelton will be back in town December 6th for the Atlanta Cup at Gas South Arena with fellow stars Naomi Osaka, Aryna Sabalenka & Nick Kyrgios. Ben Shelton checks in from Turin, Italy, where he's set to compete in the prestigious Nitto ATP Finals. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every year, thousands of migrants risk their lives crossing the Mediterranean Sea in fragile wooden boats, hoping to reach the shores of Europe. Many arrive on the Italian island of Lampedusa, where the vessels are left abandoned. In a prison on the outskirts of Milan, inmates are transforming those discarded boats into something unexpected: musical instruments. The post From shipwreck to symphony: Prisoners in Italy turn migrant boats into violins appeared first on The World from PRX.

"I am a Mediterranean painter" - Cy TwomblyWelcome to Episode #125:In 1952 Robert Rauschenberg photographed his friend and fellow artist Cy Twombly standing with a thin notebook next to Constantine's colossal hand while on holiday in Rome. They were together on a traveling arts scholarship. They traveled extensively for months in Italy and North Africa. Five years later Cy Twombly moved from America to live in Rome, Italy.Cy Twombly (1928-2011) made a life in Rome as an artist. He kept the art world at bay, painting vast canvases full of white space with a trademark style to his work, secluding himself in places like Gaeta, Bassano and Rome. Twombly would take many journeys over his lifetime. Moving between places and homes and making art. Twombly's fascination with ancient civilisations, the Mediterranean cultures, the Greco and the Roman would converge on his canvases. A love of literature and poetry underlines his art. This is a story about place, art and history, and how they intersect on the canvas of life. Musical Scores by Richard JohnstonShownotes at MichelleJohnston.lifeA Writer in Italy InstagramSubstack - At My TableMichelle's Books© 2025  A Writer In Italy - travel, books, art and lifeMusic Composed by Richard Johnston © 2025Support the show

Dr. Lynn Hellerstein of Vision Beyond Sight has an extra special show this week as she speaks with Dr. Robert Sanet, owner and director of the San Diego Center for Vision Care, adjunct associate professor at several colleges of optometry, past president of COVD, and international consultant to hospitals and teaching centers in Spain, Italy and China, to talk about his inspiring life as a lecturer on behavioral optometry, and ultimately, love and humanity. Bob has the rare gift of helping people to feel seen, heard, safe and loved by exposing his struggles and vulnerabilities, starting with his own learning issues growing up that led him to his successful career as a behavioral optometrist, focusing mostly on kids with learning and behavioral problems (like nine-year old Grace who successfully learned to feed herself). Deciding that he “wants to touch a million lives before he dies,” he shifted into becoming a full-time lecturer. By seeing his students as collaborators and people he can equally learn from, he touched the hearts of many doctors and gave them space to speak up about their own flaws, ultimately changing their practice from being diagnosis-focused to patient-focused. Even now when he was already diagnosed of macular degeneration that already left him legally blind and Stage 4 metastatic lung cancer that is incurable, Bob still chooses every day to “live until he dies” and see the world even without the sight and strength he used to have. He wishes that this show will remind you to find your passion and love what you do, whether it's being a behavioral optometrist or trimming trees (like his happy godson). Get out of your small life that is all about yourself, treasure your pillars of support (like his loving wife Linda), and change other people's lives for the better. Remember: “The true gift of giving is planting trees under whose shade you'll never sit.” Dr. Lynn Hellerstein, Developmental Optometrist, co-owner of Hellerstein & Brenner Vision Center, P.C., award-winning author and international speaker, holds powerful and inspiring conversations with her guests in the areas of health, wellness, education, sports and psychology. They share their inspirational stories of healing and transformation through their vision expansion. Vision Beyond Sight Podcast will help you see with clarity, gain courage and confidence. Welcome to Vision Beyond Sight! Also available on Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Google Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Audible and Stitcher.

Blues From The Ouse #300 (5 Nov 2025)Celebrating 300 shows with fresh blues, live sessions, and surreal laws from New England.We've hit 300 episodes—and we're celebrating with a show full of fresh blues releases, exclusive live sessions, listener requests, and a few surreal laws from New England (yes, soggy pickles are involved).From South Africa to Mississippi, Italy to Yorkshire, this week's show features Ross Harding, Andrea De Luca, Emma Wilson, Lightning Threads, Hot Foot Hall, and more.We explore blues lineage with Nine Below Zero's take on “Sugar Mama,” revisit JB Lenoir's “Talk to Your Daughter” via Robben Ford, and close with four giants: Hendrix, Allman, Kid Ramos, and Mick Taylor. Plus, listener shout-outs, gig guide highlights, and a double dose of cuckoo.Catch up now and celebrate #300 with us—thanks for riding along.PlaylistRoss Harding – Me & Lucifer – 00:02:40Andrea DeLuca – Down To The South – 00:08:23Ryan Hartt & The Blue Hearts – That's Right, You're Wrong – 00:13:13Harrell "Young Rell" Davenport – Fatherless Child – 00:19:31Emma Wilson – Mary Lou – 00:24:34The 20ft Squid Blues Band – Stranger Blues – 00:31:34Lightning Threads – The Preacher – 00:35:07Hot Foot Hall – Little Something For You – 00:40:21Bad Bob Bates – The 27 – 00:42:56Dust Radio – Me And The Devil – 00:45:43John Doe Trio – Long, Long Way From Georgia – 00:48:31Satan and Adam – Thunky Fing Rides Again – 00:51:51Doctor Wu – I Wanna Love You – 00:57:55B.B. King – The Thrill Is Gone – 01:03:18Red Red – The Cuckoo – 01:08:29Taj Mahal – The Cuckoo – 01:14:56Nine Below Zero – Sugar Mama – 01:19:14Robben Ford – Talk To Your Daughter – 01:27:09North Mississippi Allstars – Father – 01:31:16Mud Morganfield – Son Of The Seventh Son – 01:35:34Jimi Hendrix – Crosstown Traffic – 01:40:09The Allman Brothers Band – Trouble No More – 01:42:07Kid Ramos – Love Don't Love Nobody – 01:45:48Mick Taylor – Slow Blues – 01:49:42Discover more blues by searching with these keywordsBlues From The OuseUK blues podcastBlues radio showLive blues sessionsBlues gig guideElectric bluesHarmonica bluesListener request bluesBritish blues sceneRobben FordNine Below ZeroApple Podcasts bluesAcast blues showYork bluesShow 300Mick TaylorKid RamosJB LenoirBlues heritage Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Far Right in Europe and German Rearmament. Judy Dempsey examines the rise of Europe's far right, noting that while they succeed in complaining, they often struggle to govern, exemplified by the AfD's lack of concrete policies. Hungary's Viktor Orbán, though long-ruling, now faces popular pressure. Dempsey highlights Italy's Giorgia Meloni as an exception who has successfully governed by clearly communicating her reform agenda. She confirms that Russia supports destabilizing far-right movements across Europe, particularly hoping for an AfD win. Additionally, Germany's Chancellor Merz is committed to redeveloping the military and infrastructure for NATO defense.

The Far Right in Europe and German Rearmament. Judy Dempsey examines the rise of Europe's far right, noting that while they succeed in complaining, they often struggle to govern, exemplified by the AfD's lack of concrete policies. Hungary's Viktor Orbán, though long-ruling, now faces popular pressure. Dempsey highlights Italy's Giorgia Meloni as an exception who has successfully governed by clearly communicating her reform agenda. She confirms that Russia supports destabilizing far-right movements across Europe, particularly hoping for an AfD win. Additionally, Germany's Chancellor Merz is committed to redeveloping the military and infrastructure for NATO defense.

AI-powered web browsers are hitting the scene fast, but Steve and Leo unpack why these smart assistants could usher in an era of security chaos most users aren't ready for. Brace yourself for the wild risks, real-world scams, and the privacy questions no one else is asking. Secret radios discovered in Chinese-made busses. Edge & Chrome introduce LLM-based "scareware" blocking. A perfect example of what scareware blocking hopes to prevent. Aardvark: OpenAI's new vulnerability scanner for code. Italy to require age verification from 48 specific sites. Russia to require the use of only Russian software within Russia. Russia further clamping down on non-MAX Telegram and WhatsApp messaging. 187 new malicious NPM packages. Could AI help with that? BadCandy malware has infiltrated Australian Cisco routers. Github's 2025 report with the dominance of TypeScript. Windows 11 gets new extra-secure Admin Protection feature. A bunch of interesting feedback and listener thoughts. And why the new AI-driven web browsers may be bringing a whole new world of hurt Show Notes - https://www.grc.com/sn/SN-1050-Notes.pdf Hosts: Steve Gibson and Leo Laporte Download or subscribe to Security Now at https://twit.tv/shows/security-now. You can submit a question to Security Now at the GRC Feedback Page. For 16kbps versions, transcripts, and notes (including fixes), visit Steve's site: grc.com, also the home of the best disk maintenance and recovery utility ever written Spinrite 6. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: bitwarden.com/twit joindeleteme.com/twit promo code TWIT canary.tools/twit - use code: TWIT bigid.com/securitynow threatlocker.com for Security Now

As the leader of the Italian fashion brand Herno, Claudio Marenzi knows a thing or two of creating garments that blend incredible design with legendary performance. On this episode, Dan speaks with Claudio about growing up in the family business, how the fashion universe in Italy has evolved since he took over, what his American clients think about the brand and what makes them different, his hopes for the next generation, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

While the Italians were preparing for war, what were the British doing? This episode dives into the British perspective on the North African campaign in 1940. We'll explore the strategic importance of the Suez Canal, the desperate attempts to keep Italy out of the war, and the state of the British army in Egypt. Led by the often-underestimated General Wavell, the British were about to embark on a campaign that would defy all expectations. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Located in the Doria Pamphilj Palace (where the Doria Pamphilj family still resides) on the Via del Corso in the heart of Rome, Italy, the gallery houses one of Italy's most important art collections. It includes portraits of Pope Innocent X by Velasquez and Bernini, as well as two of Caravaggio's earliest paintings – the "Penitent Magdalene" and the "Rest on the Flight into Egypt."

AI-powered web browsers are hitting the scene fast, but Steve and Leo unpack why these smart assistants could usher in an era of security chaos most users aren't ready for. Brace yourself for the wild risks, real-world scams, and the privacy questions no one else is asking. Secret radios discovered in Chinese-made busses. Edge & Chrome introduce LLM-based "scareware" blocking. A perfect example of what scareware blocking hopes to prevent. Aardvark: OpenAI's new vulnerability scanner for code. Italy to require age verification from 48 specific sites. Russia to require the use of only Russian software within Russia. Russia further clamping down on non-MAX Telegram and WhatsApp messaging. 187 new malicious NPM packages. Could AI help with that? BadCandy malware has infiltrated Australian Cisco routers. Github's 2025 report with the dominance of TypeScript. Windows 11 gets new extra-secure Admin Protection feature. A bunch of interesting feedback and listener thoughts. And why the new AI-driven web browsers may be bringing a whole new world of hurt Show Notes - https://www.grc.com/sn/SN-1050-Notes.pdf Hosts: Steve Gibson and Leo Laporte Download or subscribe to Security Now at https://twit.tv/shows/security-now. You can submit a question to Security Now at the GRC Feedback Page. For 16kbps versions, transcripts, and notes (including fixes), visit Steve's site: grc.com, also the home of the best disk maintenance and recovery utility ever written Spinrite 6. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: bitwarden.com/twit joindeleteme.com/twit promo code TWIT canary.tools/twit - use code: TWIT bigid.com/securitynow threatlocker.com for Security Now

AI-powered web browsers are hitting the scene fast, but Steve and Leo unpack why these smart assistants could usher in an era of security chaos most users aren't ready for. Brace yourself for the wild risks, real-world scams, and the privacy questions no one else is asking. Secret radios discovered in Chinese-made busses. Edge & Chrome introduce LLM-based "scareware" blocking. A perfect example of what scareware blocking hopes to prevent. Aardvark: OpenAI's new vulnerability scanner for code. Italy to require age verification from 48 specific sites. Russia to require the use of only Russian software within Russia. Russia further clamping down on non-MAX Telegram and WhatsApp messaging. 187 new malicious NPM packages. Could AI help with that? BadCandy malware has infiltrated Australian Cisco routers. Github's 2025 report with the dominance of TypeScript. Windows 11 gets new extra-secure Admin Protection feature. A bunch of interesting feedback and listener thoughts. And why the new AI-driven web browsers may be bringing a whole new world of hurt Show Notes - https://www.grc.com/sn/SN-1050-Notes.pdf Hosts: Steve Gibson and Leo Laporte Download or subscribe to Security Now at https://twit.tv/shows/security-now. You can submit a question to Security Now at the GRC Feedback Page. For 16kbps versions, transcripts, and notes (including fixes), visit Steve's site: grc.com, also the home of the best disk maintenance and recovery utility ever written Spinrite 6. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: bitwarden.com/twit joindeleteme.com/twit promo code TWIT canary.tools/twit - use code: TWIT bigid.com/securitynow threatlocker.com for Security Now