Podcasts about Kaine

Episode 347.   James B and Eddie talk about hot dogs and video games in Spider-Man comics as the conclusion for the clone saga draws closer. Flash Thompson meets Ben Reilly.  Kaine re-appears.   Peter fights a Silver Age villian. Ben Reilly gets ANOTHER love interest. Sponsored by BOB Security Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston.  This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed.  Summaries written by Eddie and James B and Karen Page.  Most Sound effects and music generously provided royalty free by www.fesliyanstudios.com and https://www.zapsplat.com/  Check out all the episodes on letsreadspiderman.podbean.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Check out our live meetup and Discord Channel here https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_mW6htjJUHOzlViEvPQqR-k68tClMGAi85Bi_xrlV7w/edit

Rural Health News is a weekly segment of Rural Health Today, a podcast by Hillsdale Hospital. News sources for this episode: Naomi Diaz, “Senators warn Medicaid cuts could worsen cyber risks at rural hospitals,” July 22, 2025, https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/healthcare-information-technology/cybersecurity/senators-warn-medicaid-cuts-could-worsen-cyber-risks-at-rural-hospitals/, Becker's Hospital Review. Allen R. Killworth, “HISAA: New Legislation Would Bring Cybersecurity Requirements for HIPAA Covered Entities and Business Associates,” November 11, 2024, https://www.healthlawadvisor.com/hisaa-new-federal-legislation-introduced-that-would-create-significant-new-cybersecurity-requirements-for-hipaa-covered-entities-and-business-associates, Epstein Becker Green's Health Law Advisor. United States Senate Committee on Finance, “Wyden and Warner Introduce Bill to Set Strong Cybersecurity Standards for American Health Care System,” September 26, 2024, https://www.finance.senate.gov/chairmans-news/wyden-and-warner-introduce-bill-to-set-strong-cybersecurity-standards-for-american-health-care-system. Congressional Budget Office, “Estimated Budgetary Effects of Public Law 119-21, to Provide for Reconciliation Pursuant to Title II of H. Con. Res. 14, Relative to CBO's January 2025 Baseline,” https://www.cbo.gov/publication/61570. Madeline Ashley, “'One Big Beautiful Bill' to add $3.4 trillion in dept: CBO,” July 21, 2025, https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/hospital-management-administration/one-big-beautiful-bill-to-add-3-4t-in-debt-cbo/, Becker's Hospital Review. Alan Condon, “CMS plans hiring spree ahead of new payment models,” July 22, 2025, https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/finance/cms-plans-hiring-spree-after-mass-layoffs/, Becker's Hospital Review. Hayley DeSilva, “Layoffs, closures tracker: Children's National cuts 70 employees,” July 22, 2025, https://www.modernhealthcare.com/providers/staffing/mh-layoffs-closures-healthcare-live-updates/, Modern Healthcare. Leighton Ku et. al, “How Medicaid and SNAP Cutbacks in the ‘One Big Beautiful Bill' Would Trigger Big and Bigger Job Losses Across States,” June 23, 2025, https://www.commonwealthfund.org/publications/issue-briefs/2025/jun/how-medicaid-snap-cutbacks-one-big-beautiful-bill-trigger-job-losses-states, The Commonwealth Fund. Jocelyn Routt, “Kaine introduces Improving Care in Rural America Reauthorization Act,” July 22, 2024, https://rocktownnow.com/news/218812-kaine-introduces-improving-care-in-rural-america-reauthorization-act/, Rocktown Now. Congress.gov “Text - H.R.2493 - 119th Congress (2025-2026): Improving Care in Rural America Reauthorization Act of 2025,” https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/2493/text. Rural Health Today is a production of Hillsdale Hospital in Hillsdale, Michigan and a member of the Health Podcast Network. Our host is JJ Hodshire, our producer is Kyrsten Newlon, and our audio engineer is Kenji Ulmer. Special thanks to our special guests for sharing their expertise on the show, and also to the Hillsdale Hospital marketing team. If you want to submit a question for us to answer on the podcast or learn more about Rural Health Today, visit ruralhealthtoday.com. Follow Rural Health Today on social media! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/RuralHealthPod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@ruralhealthtoday7665⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Follow Hillsdale Hospital on social media! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/hillsdalehospital/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.twitter.com/hillsdalehosp/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/hillsdale-community-health-center/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/hillsdalehospital/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

LISTEN and SUBSCRIBE on:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/watchdog-on-wall-street-with-chris-markowski/id570687608 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2PtgPvJvqc2gkpGIkNMR5i WATCH and SUBSCRIBE on:https://www.youtube.com/@WatchdogOnWallstreet/featuredYou thought Congress was bad before? Wait until you hear their newest Social Security “fix.”In this jaw-dropping episode of Watchdog on Wall Street, we expose the bipartisan brainchild from Senators Bill Cassidy and Tim Kaine—a plan so reckless, it makes betting your 401(k) on crypto look responsible.Here's what they want to do:Borrow $1.5 trillionHand it to DC bureaucrats to invest in stocks and private equityAssume an 8.9% return over 75 yearsPlug the Social Security gap with… wishful thinkingWhat could go wrong? www.watchdogonwallstreet.com

Senator Kaine warns voters that President Trump's big spending and tax bill will hit Virginians hard… Virginia hospitals receive funding for new violence intervention programs… As Governor Youngkin tests presidential waters in Iowa, his nominal successor struggles to gain traction….

Episode 344.   James B and Eddie cover two four book series featuring Kaine and Carnage.  The Daily Bugle hires a new photographer and Rhino and Doc Ock make appearances. Sponsored by Roxxon TV.  Trust Life, Trust Roxxon. Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston.  This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed.  Summaries written by Eddie and Joystick.  Most Sound effects and music generously provided royalty free by www.fesliyanstudios.com and https://www.zapsplat.com/  Check out all the episodes on letsreadspiderman.podbean.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Check out our live meetup and Discord Channel here https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_mW6htjJUHOzlViEvPQqR-k68tClMGAi85Bi_xrlV7w/edit

Democrats, including Senator Kaine, slam Republicans for voting to rescind funding for public broadcasting and foreign aid... The public can weigh in on Virginia's latest Wildlife Action Plan... We press a local ICE official over the agency's detention statistics....

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau v. Kaine Wen

In a recent candid conversation on 'The Valley Today,' host Janet Michael sat down with Chris Rucker, Chief Administrative Officer for Valley Health, to dissect the aftermath of recently passed legislation that could drastically alter healthcare dynamics in the community. The dialogue spanned a gamut of pressing concerns, from potential Medicaid and SNAP benefit cuts to the broader implications for the community's general well-being. To set the stage, Janet recapped the initial context of their prior discussion, which took place before the legislation had passed. Chris, anticipating widespread effects, emphasized concerns about continuing to meet the healthcare needs of the half-million people served by Valley Health's six hospitals and various clinics. Acknowledging the legislative passage, Chris explained that many regulatory details still need to be ironed out, from work requirements necessitating biannual employment proof to practical challenges for residents in rural areas like Romney, WV. A crucial point of Janet's inquiries revolved around the perceived immediacy of the bill's impact. Chris clarified that although the changes would phase in gradually, the community wouldn't see an overnight transformation. He stressed the importance of preparing thoughtfully for these eventual shifts rather than making hasty decisions. The conversation turned to the multi-faceted implications of healthcare funding cuts. Janet highlighted Valley Health's holistic approach, which not only addresses clinical care but also the social determinants of health, including adequate nutrition from SNAP benefits. Chris expanded on this perspective, linking reduced healthcare access to broader economic ramifications, from loss of construction jobs to the trickling down effects impacting local businesses. Janet's questions reflected community anxiety, particularly regarding potential hospital closures. Chris reassured listeners that while Valley Health remains committed to its mission, drastic measures like hospital closures are not on the immediate horizon. The emphasis, he said, was on adapting and finding sustainable ways to continue delivering care. Their discussion also illuminated the cascading effects of reduced Medicaid benefits on local employment and overall community health. For instance, Janet depicted a scenario in which a single mother, unable to access quick medical care, might miss multiple workdays, thereby affecting her income and ability to afford basic needs. In wrapping up on a hopeful note, Chris assured listeners of Valley Health's unwavering commitment to the community, backed by strategic foresight and operational resilience. Despite looming challenges, he reminded everyone of the ongoing, everyday successes, like the birth of healthy babies at the medical center. Janet concluded the session by urging the community to engage with their elected officials and local nonprofits, advocating for sustained healthcare access and support mechanisms. Their voices, she affirmed, remain potent tools in navigating these complex times. Reach out to Senator Warner's office here: https://www.warner.senate.gov/contact Reach out to Senator Kaine's office here: https://www.kaine.senate.gov/contact Reach out to Congressman Cline's office here: https://cline.house.gov/contact/ 

Stuart is joined the All Things Sky Blue Team to look back on the 24/25 season and look forward to the summer transfers along with the upcoming 25/26 season. ATSB is partnered with The Anecdote - https://www.Facebook.com/anecdotebar, the Sky Blue Tavern & Coventry City Ladies FC. Wright Steel Fabrications Ltd are our sponsor for 2025/26 season. They stock and supply RSJ's along with supporting any fabrication needs and requirements and all other general welding fabrications in and around Coventry, Warwickshire and the West Midlands. We are also now part of the Sports Social Network. Here is the link for the Shaw family fundraiser discussed in previous episodes - https://t.co/jYFV8a7dtg . You can also find us on: X (Twitter) - @AllThingSkyBlue Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/allthingsskyblue Facebook - All Things Sky Blue TikTok - allthingsskyblue YouTube - @allthingsskyblue If you ever need someone to talk to, please reach out

In a pivotal episode of 'The Valley Today,' host Janet Michael engaged in a comprehensive discussion with Chris Rucker, the Chief Administrative Officer for Valley Health. Set against the backdrop of growing concerns about the future of Medicaid, this conversation sheds light on the complexities and critical significance of this crucial health program. Janet begins by highlighting the urgent need for clarity on Medicaid, expressing concern that many people do not fully grasp the implications of the proposed legislative changes. She sets the stage for Chris to dispel misconceptions about Medicaid and its impact on various populations. Chris explains that Medicaid is a combined federal and state health insurance program designed for the most vulnerable populations, including disabled individuals, pregnant women, children, the elderly, and indigent adults. His emphasis on the multifaceted nature of Medicaid brings into focus the widespread dependence on this safety net, particularly for those who do not have other means to afford healthcare. The conversation delves into the perceptions versus the realities of Medicaid. Chris highlights the misconception that Medicaid is a financial burden primarily because it doesn't impact everyone directly. He stresses that healthcare providers like Valley Health view Medicaid as essential, not only for the individuals it directly serves but for the overall health of the community. The dialogue explores how Medicaid operates, benefiting the community through services such as well-child visits, immunizations, and care for chronic diseases. Chris underscores that a significant portion of Medicaid's beneficiaries are children and elderly individuals, forming the backbone of the program's demographic. Janet and Chris discuss the unique challenges faced by rural healthcare providers. Chris identifies the difficulties in recruiting and retaining healthcare professionals in rural areas and the increased costs associated with providing care in these regions. He uses examples from communities like Warren Memorial Hospital to illustrate the broader impact on rural health infrastructure. A critical part of their discussion tackles the financial aspects of Medicaid reimbursements and the reality that hospitals often don't receive full compensation for the care they provide. Chris sheds light on the fact that federal mandates require hospitals to treat all patients, regardless of their ability to pay, yet the reimbursements from Medicare and Medicaid often fall short of covering the full cost of care. The non-profit status of Valley Health is another focal point. Chris clarifies that as a non-profit organization, Valley Health reinvests its profits back into the community to support healthcare for uninsured individuals and address unmet health needs, illustrating the broader economic and social mission of non-profit healthcare systems. Janet points out the advocacy role that Valley Health plays in communicating with elected officials about the impacts of Medicaid cuts. While both state senators are responsive and aware of the issues, Chris expresses concern that not all representatives may grasp the full repercussions of such legislative changes. Looking at potential outcomes, Chris fears that cuts to Medicaid will lead to increased healthcare costs, as individuals without coverage will end up seeking more expensive emergency care. He emphasizes the ripple effect, where the loss of Medicaid funding could lead to job losses and a significant economic downturn in communities that depend on healthcare jobs. Chris makes a compelling case for the importance of Medicaid as a fundamental right, akin to access to food, water, and shelter. Both Janet and Chris advocate for public engagement, urging listeners to contact their legislators to oppose Medicaid cuts and preserve healthcare access for vulnerable populations. In conclusion, the article underscores the urgency of safeguarding Medicaid. Chris Rucker's insights provide a sobering look at the potential impacts of proposed cuts, emphasizing the intertwined nature of healthcare and community well-being. The conversation highlights the critical need for informed advocacy and public action to ensure that healthcare systems like Valley Health can continue to serve and protect their communities. Reach out to Senator Warner's office here: https://www.warner.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/contact Reach out to Senator Kaine's office here: https://www.kaine.senate.gov/contact Reach out to Congressman Cline's office here: https://cline.house.gov/contact/ 

Joe and Kaine are back and officially in their dog dad era!

Former Congressman Peter Roskam, who leads BakerHostetler's Federal Policy team, provides listeners with a front-row seat to the most important policy and political debates in Congress. In this episode of “The Cloakroom with Peter Roskam,” Peter is joined at the 36th Annual Legislative Seminar in Washington, D.C., by his BakerHostetler colleague former Congressman Heath Shuler and Senator Tim Kaine, a Democrat from Virginia. Kaine was the 2016 Democratic vice presidential nominee and also a former Virginia governor. First elected to the Senate in 2012, Kaine serves on the Armed Services Committee and the Foreign Relations Committee.Questions & Comments: proskam@bakerlaw.com

Episode 335.  James B and Eddie discuss some big MJ moments such as Kaine finally seeing who kills MJ, when MJ and Gwen meet again, MJ bringing Ben Reilly webbing to save the day and MJ teaching Kaine about humanity as the clone saga continues. Sponsored by White Dragon Foods. Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston.  This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed.  Summaries written by James B and Eddie and Kaine.  Long live Kaine.  Most Sound effects and music generously provided royalty free by www.fesliyanstudios.com and https://www.zapsplat.com/  Check out all the episodes on letsreadspiderman.podbean.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Check out our live meetup and Discord Channel here https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_mW6htjJUHOzlViEvPQqR-k68tClMGAi85Bi_xrlV7w/edit

The holiday made it out the group chat… but honestly, maybe it should've stayed there!

Joe Baggs (star of Gogglebox and social media!) and his boyfriend Kaine Ruddach (theatre star and now keen gardener on social media!) join us this week! From meeting at a birthday party (with some very heavy breathing involved) to moving in together after just 6 months, these two spill ALL the tea about modern gay dating.We put them through our Red Flag, Green Flag, Beige Flag game where they accidentally call out each other's worst habits - from Joe's need to win every argument to Kaine's plant obsession that's literally taking over their house. Plus, Joel reveals why he ghosted his therapist mid-session and Kaine explains how he converted his anti-plant boyfriend into a secret plant lover.Joe Baggs: https://www.instagram.com/joebxggs/?hl=enKaine Ruddach: https://www.instagram.com/kaineruddach/?hl=enIn this episode:

Join Jim and Greg for the 3 Martini Lunch as they highlight the Democrats' clumsy attempts to woo Gen Z men, the horrible records of leading NYC mayoral candidates towards the city's Jewish population, and Senate Democrats refusing to apologize for demonizing Special Counsel Robert Hur.First, Jim and Greg have a good laugh over reports that Democrats are spending millions trying to win back young men—especially after Gen Z males swung Republican more than expected in 2024. But instead of rethinking policies, Democrats are focusing on tone and messaging. Jim floats the idea of launching his own Gen Z initiative, mainly to fleece naive Democrat donors.Next, they slam the dismal choices facing New York City in the mayoral race, as Democrats with lousy records toward Jewish residents lead the pack. Jim and Greg discuss former GOP New York Lt. Gov. Betsy McCaughey's warnings about Andrew Cuomo's empty promises and Zohran Mamdani's poorly concealed hostility, leaving Jewish New Yorkers with little reason for optimism.Finally, they shake their heads in amusement as Democrat Senators Tina Smith and Tim Kaine say they will not apologize to former Special Counsel Robert Hur for publicly trashing him last year after Hur referred to President Biden as an elderly man with a poor memory. Even with the audio clearly vindicating Hur, the Democrats stand by their vicious statements.Please visit our great sponsors:Cut through political bias with Ground News's Vantage Plan—visit https://GroundNews.com/MARTINI to get 40% off for a limited time!It's free, online, and easy to start—no strings attached. Enroll in Understanding Capitalism with Hillsdale College. Visit https://hillsdale.edu/MartiniThis spring, get up to 50% off select plants at Fast Growing Trees with code MARTINI, plus an extra 15% off at checkout on your first purchase!  Visit https://fastgrowingtrees.com/Martini

This week, Joe & Kaine are back and coming in hot with their takes on all the latest showbiz chaos!

In the midst of the terrible Trump tax bill moving through Congress, Ralph invites Sarah Anderson who directs the Global Economy Project at the Institute for Policy Studies to discuss the massive tax loopholes huge companies like Amazon get that allow them to pay far less in taxes than ordinary working people. Then, Greg LeRoy from Good Jobs First joins us to discuss how state taxpayers are footing the bill for these massive data centers companies like Google are building all over the country. Plus, Ralph has some choice words for passive unions and responds to listener feedback about our guest last week, Nadav Wieman.Sarah Anderson directs the Global Economy Project at the Institute for Policy Studies and is a co-editor of the IPS website Inequality.org. Her research covers a wide range of international and domestic economic issues, including inequality, CEO pay, taxes, labor, and Wall Street reform.They're (Congress is) planning to give huge new tax giveaways to large corporations like Amazon and wealthy people like Amazon founder Jeff Bezos. And partially paying for those tax cuts for the wealthy by slashing programs that mean so much to so many Americans like Medicaid and food assistance.”Sarah AndersonWe're not going to have a healthy, thriving society and economy as long as we have the extreme levels of inequality that we have today.Sarah AndersonDubbed “the leading national watchdog of state and local economic development subsidies,” “an encyclopedia of information regarding subsidies,” “God's witness to corporate welfare,” and “the OG of ensuring that state and local tax policy actually supports good jobs, sustainability, and equity,”* Greg founded Good Jobs First in 1998 upon winning the Public Interest Pioneer Award. He has trained and consulted for state and local governments, associations of public officials, labor-management committees, unions, community groups, tax and budget watchdogs, environmentalists, and smart growth advocates more than 30 years.Public education and public health are the two biggest losers in every state giving away money to data centers right now.Greg Le RoyWe know of no other form of state spending that is so out of control. Therefore, we recommend that states cancel their data center tax exemptions. Such subsidies are absolutely unnecessary for an extremely profitable industry dominated by some of the most valuable corporations on earth such as Amazon, Microsoft, Apple, Facebook, and Google.Good Jobs First report: “Cloudy With a Loss of Spending Control”They've (Congress has) known for years that the ordinary worker pays a higher tax rate than these loophole-ridden corporations.Ralph NaderIn my message to Trump, I ask him, "Why is he afraid of Netanyahu? And doesn't he want to come to the rescue of these innocent babies by saying, ‘Mr. Netanyahu, the taxpayers in this country are paying for thousands of trucks stalled at the border of Gaza full of medicine, food, water, electricity, fuel, and other critical necessities? We're going to put a little American flag on each one of these trucks, and don't you dare block them.'”…No answer.Ralph NaderNews 5/23/251. It seems as though the dam in Israeli politics against acknowledging the horrors in Gaza is beginning to break. In an interview with the BBC this week, former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert stated that what Israel "is currently doing in Gaza is very close to a war crime. Thousands of innocent Palestinians are being killed.” He went on to say, “the war has no objective and has no chance of achieving anything that could save the lives of the hostages.” These quotes come from the Jerusalem Post. And on May 21st, Haaretz reported that opposition party leader Yair Golan warned that Israel could become a “pariah state, like South Africa once was,” based on its actions in Gaza. Speaking a truth that American politicians appear incapable of articulating, he added, a “sane state does not wage war against civilians, does not kill babies as a hobby, and does not set goals for itself like the expulsion of a population.”2. Confirming this prognosis, the Cradle reports “The Israeli military has admitted that more than 80 percent of the people killed in the attacks on Gaza since Israel breached the ceasefire two months ago are…civilians.” This fact was confirmed by the IDF in response to a request from Hebrew magazine Hamakom, wherein “the military's spokesperson stated that 500 of the 2,780 killed in the Gaza Strip as of Tuesday are ‘terrorists.'” Leaving the remaining 2,280 people killed classified as “not suspected terrorists.” The Cradle compares this ratio, approximately 4.5 civilians killed for every combatant, to the Russia-Ukraine war – a ratio of approximate 2.8 to one. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has “claimed that the ratio is just one civilian killed for each combatant killed.” At the same time, AP reports that while Israel has allowed a minimum of humanitarian aid to enter Gaza, under immense international pressure, “none of that aid actually reached Palestinians,” according to the United Nations spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric. The renewed offensive coupled with the barring of humanitarian aid has raised the alarm about mass starvation in Gaza.3. Developments on the ground in Gaza have triggered a new wave of international outcry. On May 19th, leaders of the United Kingdom, France and Canada issued a joint statement, reading in part, “We strongly oppose the expansion of Israel's military operations in Gaza. The level of human suffering in Gaza is intolerable… The Israeli Government's denial of essential humanitarian assistance to the civilian population is unacceptable and risks breaching International Humanitarian Law…We will not stand by while the Netanyahu Government pursues these egregious actions. If Israel does not cease the renewed military offensive and lift its restrictions on humanitarian aid, we will take further concrete actions in response.” The Parliament of Spain meanwhile, “passed a non-binding motion calling on the government to impose an arms embargo on Israel,” per Anadolu Ajansı. This potential ban, supported by all parties except the conservative People's Party and the far-right Vox, would “ban the exports of any material that could strengthen the Israeli military, including helmets, vests, and fuel with potential military use.” Left-wing parties in Spain are now pushing for an emergency session to impose a binding decree to this effect.4. The United States however seems to be moving backwards. Drop Site news reports Trump's Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff made a deal with Hamas ensuring that, “the Trump administration would compel Israel to lift the Gaza blockade and allow humanitarian aid to enter the territory…[and] make a public call for an immediate ceasefire,” in exchange for the release of Edan Alexander. Of course, once Alexander was released Trump reneged completely. Basem Naim, a member of Hamas's political bureau, told Drop Site, “He did nothing of this…They didn't violate the deal. They threw it in the trash.” Besides prolonging further the charnel house in Gaza, this duplicity undermines American credibility in the region, particularly with Iran at a time when Trump is seeking a new deal to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons.5. Democrats in Congress are inching towards action as well. On May 13th, Senator Peter Welch introduced Senate Resolution 224, calling for “the urgent delivery of humanitarian aid to address the needs of civilians in Gaza.” Along with Welch, 45 Democrats and Independents signed on to this resolution, that is the entire Democratic caucus except for John Fetterman. On May 14th, Rashida Tlaib introduced House Resolution 409, commemorating the Nakba and calling on Congress to “reinstate support for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency, which provides life-saving humanitarian assistance to Palestinians.” This was cosponsored by AOC and Reps. Carson, Lee, Omar, Pressley, Ramirez, Simon, and Coleman. And, on May 21st, a group of eight senators – Welch, Sanders, Kaine, Merkley, Murray, Van Hollen, Schatz, and Warnock – sent a letter urging Secretary of State Rubio to reopen the investigation into the death of Palestinian-American journalist Shireen Abu-Akleh, per Prem Thakker. The Biden administration ruled the death “unintentional,” but a new documentary by Zeteo News reveals a “Biden cover-up.”6. More action is occurring on college campuses as well, as students go into graduation season. At NYU, a student named Logan Rozos said in his graduation speech, “As I search my heart today in addressing you all…the only thing that is appropriate to say in this time and to a group this large is a recognition of the atrocities currently happening in Palestine,” per CNN. NYU announced that they are now withholding his diploma. At George Washington University, the Guardian reports student Cecilia Culver said in her graduation speech, “I am ashamed to know my tuition [fee] is being used to fund…genocide…I call upon the class of 2025 to withhold donations and continue advocating for disclosure and divestment.” GWU issued a statement declaring Culver “has been barred from all GW's campuses and sponsored events elsewhere.” The moral clarity of these students is remarkable, given the increasingly harsh measures these schools have taken to silence those who speak up.7. Moving on, several major stories about the failing DOGE initiative have surfaced in recent days. First, Social Security. Listeners may recall that a DOGE engineer said “40% of phone calls made to [the Social Security Administration] to change direct deposit information come from fraudsters.” Yet, a new report by NextGov.com found that since DOGE mandated the SSA install new anti-fraud checks on claims made over the phone, “only two claims out of over 110,000 were found to likely be fraudulent,” or 0.0018%. What the policy has done however, is slow down payments. According to this piece, retirement claim processing is down 25%. Meanwhile, at the VA, DOGE engineer Sahil Lavingia, “found…a machine that largely functions, though it doesn't make decisions as fast as a startup might.” Lavingia added “honestly, it's kind of fine—because the government works. It's not as inefficient as I was expecting, to be honest. I was hoping for more easy wins.” This from Fast Company. Finally, CBS reports, “leaders of the United States Institute for Peace regained control of their offices Wednesday…after they were ejected from their positions by the Trump administration and [DOGE] in March.” This piece explains that On February 19th, President Trump issued Executive Order 14217 declaring USIP "unnecessary" and terminating its leadership, most of its 300 staff members, its entire board, installing a DOGE functionary at the top and transferring ownership of the building to the federal government. This set off a court battle that ended Monday, when U.S. District Judge Beryl Howell ruled that the takeover was “unlawful” and therefore “null and void.” These DOGE setbacks might help explain Elon Musk's reported retreat from the political spotlight and political spending.8. On May 21st, Congressman Gerry Connolly passed away, following his battle with esophageal cancer. Connolly's death however is just the latest in a disturbing trend – Ken Klippenstein reports, “Connolly joins five other members of Congress who also died in office over the past 13 months…Rep. Raúl Grijalva…Rep. Sylvester Turner…Rep. Bill Pascrell…Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee…[and] Rep. Donald Payne Jr.” All of these representatives were Democrats and their deaths have chipped away at the close margin between Democrats and Republicans in the House – allowing the Republicans to pass Trump's “Big Beautiful Bill” by a single vote. Connolly himself prevailed over AOC in a much-publicized intra-party battle for the Ranking Member seat on the House Oversight committee. It speaks volumes that Connolly was only able to hold onto that seat for a few short months before becoming too sick to stay on. This is of course part and parcel with the recent revelations about Biden's declining mental acuity during his presidency and the efforts to oust David Hogg from the DNC for backing primaries against what he calls “asleep-at-the-wheel” Democrats.9. Speaking of “asleep-at-the-wheel” Democrats, Bloomberg Government reports Senator John Fetterman “didn't attend a single committee hearing in 2025 until…May 8, about a week after an explosive New York Magazine story raised questions about his mental health and dedication to his job.” Fetterman, who represents Pennsylvania on the Commerce, Agriculture, and Homeland Security committees skipped the confirmation hearings for Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and Budget Director Russ Vought, some of the most high-profile and controversial Trump appointments. Fetterman still has yet to attend a single Agriculture committee hearing in 2025.10. Finally, in more Pennsylvania news, the state held its Democratic primaries this week, yielding mixed results. In Pittsburgh, progressives suffered a setback with the ouster of Mayor Ed Gainey – the first Black mayor of the city. Gainey lost to Allegheny County Controller Corey O'Connor, the son of former Mayor Bob O'Connor, the Hill reports. In Philadelphia however, voters approved three ballot measures – including expanding affordable housing and adding more oversight to the prison system – and reelected for a third term progressive reform District Attorney Larry Krasner, per AP. Krasner has long been a target of conservatives in both parties, but has adroitly maneuvered to maintain his position – and dramatically reduced homicide rates in Philly. The Wall Street Journal reports Philadelphia homicides declined by 34% between 2023 and 2024, part of substantial decline in urban homicides nationwide. Kudos to Krasner.This has been Francesco DeSantis, with In Case You Haven't Heard. 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The budget fight continues overnight with some GOP members continuing to support reckless spending.  Hunter Biden was reportedly acting as a Chief-of-Staff in The White House after Biden's horrific debate. House leaders are urged to remove an AI provision in the “Big, Beautiful Bill” to prevent ‘unfettered abuse'. Yosemite National Park flies the largest Trans Flag to ever be displayed at a National Park.  Rep. Nancy Mace, alleging assault, shares a nude photo of herself taken without her consent by her ex-boyfriend during a House hearing.  President Trump brings a TV into the Oval Office in front of the South African President and shows him a video of his own government calling for the genocide of white farmers.  Dana has some harsh words for Republicans who are voting for taxing social security and retired military pay.  Sec. Marco Rubio and Sen. Tim Kaine go at each other after Kaine insinuates that America is only allowing White people to enter from Africa. Thank you for supporting our sponsors that make The Dana Show possible…Relief Factorhttps://relieffactor.com OR CALL 1-800-4-RELIEFTurn the clock back on pain with Relief Factor. Get their 3-week Relief Factor Quick Start for only $19.95 today! Goldcohttps://DanaLikesGold.com Protect your financial future with my trusted gold company—get your GoldCo 2025 Gold & Silver Kit today, and you could qualify for up to 10% in bonus silverByrnahttps://byrna.com/danaGet your hands on the new compact Byrna CL. Visit Byrna.com/Dana receive 10% off Patriot Mobilehttps://patriotmobile.com/DanaDana's personal cell phone provider is Patriot Mobile. Get a FREE MONTH of service code DANAHumanNhttps://humann.comSupport your metabolism and healthy blood sugar levels with Superberine by HumanN. Find it now at your local Sam's Club next to SuperBeets Heart Chews.  KelTechttps://KelTecWeapons.comSee the third generation of the iconic SUB2000 and the NEW PS57 - Keltec Innovation & Performance at its bestAll Family Pharmacyhttps://AllFamilyPharmacy.com/DanaCode Dana10 for 10% off your entire orderPreBornhttps://Preborn.com/DanaWith your help, we can hit the goal of 1,000 ultrasounds this month! Just dial #250 and say “Baby” Home Title Lockhttps://hometitlelock.com/danaProtect your home! Get a FREE title history report + 14 days of coverage with code DANA. Check out the Million Dollar TripleLock—terms apply.

Scott Adams announces he has metastatic prostate cancer 13:26- Megyn Kelly gets after Tapper: one us missed the biggest scandal of the century and one of us did not 34:20- MSNBC on Bidən’s cognitive abilities: “Bidən is far beyond cogent. He is better than he has EVER been intellectually, analytically. He is the best ever.” 55:48- Jim Iuorio is the host of “The Futures Edge Podcast” and special contributor to Wirepoints. He joined Dan and Amy to talk about the impact of DOGE and the debate over the Big Beautiful Bill in Congress 1:13:54- Matthew Janecek is a Former Glenbard South history teacher founder of mrj-usa.com online teaching – the time has arrived to engage in free thought again – also founding member of Matthew Janecek & the Western Sage 1:34:14- Rubio and Kaine spar over South African refugees 1:51:50- Scott McKay is the publisher of the Hayride, senior editor at the American Spectator, and author of Racism Revenge and Ruin and King Of The Jungle. 2:10:45- College boomtowns go bustSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff listens to Sec. Rubio and Kazoo Kaine snip at each other and it's delicious.

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#278th for 3rd April, 2025 or 3311! (33-Oh-Leven, not Oh-Eleven, OH-Leven)http://loosescrewsed.comJoin us on discord! And check out the merch store! PROMO CODEShttps://discord.gg/3Vfap47ReaSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/LooseScrewsEDSquad Update: War in Miola vs. Prateorian PMC - For control and Harris HospitalWar in Balmus - Binnie Enterprise in jeopardyFFA and LTT 17156 need a shoveBD+49 3937 and Kaupatak are the next Reconquista targets. We're not going to worry about overheating systems All details in the #standing-orders and/or the #loose-screws-factions channels of the Discord.PowerPlay Update: Current Owned System Stats: 12th) Torval - 464 -2611th) Winters - 518 - 4410th) Delaine - 630 - 339th) Kaine - 649 -408th) Patreus - 652 - 337th) Antal - 716 - 496th) (screw)Archer - 757 - 705th) Yon Rui - 834 - 864th) Grom - 1027 - 503rd) A. Lavigny-Duval - 1347 - 1022nd) A. Duval - 1419 - 881st) Mahon - 1449 - 62Find out more in the LSN-powerplay-hub forum channel.Colonization Update: Here's some of what you have achieved with Trailblazers so far:Claims Made: 42,226Systems Colonised: 23,423Starports & Outposts Completed 47,821Surface Installations Completed: 27,227Total Units of Cargo Delivered: 1,505,765,686Most Popular Construction: "Industrial Outpost - Vulcan" with 5970 constructedGalnet Update: https://community.elitedangerous.com/Galnet News | Elite Dangerous Community SiteGutamaya Joins Peers in New Spacecraft Boom (Corsair)Political Flashpoint Sparks Violence in Chi Eridani (Feds vs Imps battle set off, CG)Dev News: ?!Discussion:What do you think the ship after Corsair is going to be? (they've said that the Corsair is the last medium, do think we're going to get another small ship? Or do you think large ships? Maybe Extra large?)The BGS is hilariously, hopelessly broken now, was that intended? Is Vanguard the answer to bring it back in a way that FDEV intended originally? (Credit to Baromir for voicing that earlier)

Unravel the unbelievable true story of Kaine Wright, the former West Ham academy star who allegedly traded his football boots for crowbars in a daring £679,000 Tokyo jewelry heist. Follow his wild escape, the eight-year international manhunt, and the dramatic UK extradition battle filled with legal twists, fears of "sardine can" cells, and a potential 40-hour workweek of manual labor. Was this a moment of madness or a carefully planned caper? Tune in to find out!Kaine Wright, Tokyo jewelry heist, extradition, West Ham, crime story.

US President Donald Trump unveiled a new tariff policy on Wednesday afternoon to impose new tariffs on nearly all US trading partners, including a 34 percent levy on China.美国总统唐纳德·特朗普于当地时间周三下午宣布实施新的关税政策，将对包括中国在内的几乎所有美国贸易伙伴加征新关税，其中对中国商品将征收34%的关税。Trump, speaking from the White House Rose Garden, announced an "economic emergency", introducing a 10 percent "baseline" tariff on imported goods and additional punitive tariffs targeting around 60 countries with what he called "unfair trade practices".在白宫玫瑰园发表讲话时，特朗普宣布美国进入"经济紧急状态"，提出对进口商品征收10%的"基准"关税，并对约60个存在所谓"不公平贸易行为"的国家加征惩罚性关税。Trump said the tariff on all countries, except Canada and Mexico, will take effect on Saturday. He also announced that there would be "individualized" tariffs for countries that have the largest trade deficits with the United States, which would go into effect on April 9.特朗普表示，除加拿大和墨西哥外，针对所有国家的关税将于本周六生效。他还宣布，对美存在最大贸易逆差的国家将实施"差别化"关税政策，该措施将于4月9日生效。"For decades, our country has been looted, pillaged, raped and plundered by nations near and far, both friend and foe alike," Trump said, claiming that the tariffs were designed to boost domestic manufacturing."数十年来，我们的国家被远近邻邦、盟友与对手共同掠夺、劫掠、压榨和剥削。"特朗普声称，这些关税政策旨在重振美国制造业。During his remarks, Trump displayed a chart detailing various US trading partners, highlighting what he claimed were the tariffs those countries imposed on the United States. He then proposed that the US would apply reciprocal tariffs at half the rate charged by each nation, including China's alleged 67 percent effective tariff rate when factoring in "currency manipulation and trade barriers".在演讲过程中，特朗普展示了一份详细列举美国各贸易伙伴的图表，重点强调他声称的这些国家对美征收的关税水平。他进而提出，美国将按各国现行税率的一半征收对等关税，其中包括在考虑"货币操纵和贸易壁垒"因素后，中国据称实施的67%实际有效关税。China, a central focus, was on the top of the chart, followed by the European Union.作为核心关注对象的中国在图表中位列首位，欧盟紧随其后。"[On China], we're going to be charging a discounted reciprocal tariff of 34 percent,"said Trump. Before today's announcement, Trump had already imposed 10 percent tariffs on Chinese goods in two separate rounds, one in February and another in March.美国总统特朗普说："针对中国，我们将征收34%的折扣对等关税。"在今天的宣布之前，特朗普已经对两轮中国商品征收10%的关税，一轮是在2月，另一轮是在3月。Later, White House documents detailed specific rates: China faces a 54 percent total tariff, with a new 34 percent added to the existing 20 percent, as confirmed by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. Other rates include the EU at 20 percent, Vietnam at 46 percent, Japan at 24 percent, Korea at 25 percent, India at 26 percent, Cambodia at 49 percent.白宫文件显示，中国商品实际总关税将达54%，即在现有20%基础上新增34%。财政部长斯科特·贝森特确认了这一叠加机制。 此次加征关税前，特朗普政府已在今年2月和3月分两批对中国商品加征10%关税。根据最新清单，其他主要经济体税率分别为：欧盟20%、越南46%、日本24%、韩国25%、印度26%、柬埔寨49%。Trump said that the tariffs would address years of "unfair" trade practices, during which he claimed other countries had been exploiting the US.特朗普声称，这些关税将纠正多年来的"不公平"贸易行为，制止他国"剥削"美国。US stock markets quickly erased earlier gains following Trump's remarks. In after-hours trading, S&P 500 futures dropped by 1.5 percent.在特朗普发表上述讲话后，美国股市迅速回吐早盘涨幅。标普500指数期货在盘后交易中下挫1.5%。Numerous US lawmakers criticized Trump's tariff hike. Senator Tim Kaine, a Virginia Democrat, said that "many of my Republican colleagues in Congress have already expressed concerns about these tariffs". Kaine authored a resolution to block Trump's tariffs on Canadian imports, which passed the Senate on Wednesday.众多美国议员批评了特朗普的加征关税措施。弗吉尼亚州民主党参议员蒂姆·凯恩透露，“我在国会的许多共和党同事已经表达了对这些关税的担忧”。凯恩撰写了一项决议，阻止特朗普对加拿大进口商品加征关税，该决议于周三在参议院获得通过。"His [Trump's] half-baked trade war will only raise prices for consumers," said Senator Peter Welch, a Vermont Democrat.佛蒙特州民主党籍参议员彼得·韦尔奇直言："这场（特朗普）草率发动的贸易战只会推高消费者物价。"Senator Susan Collins, a Maine Republican, said: "If these tariffs go into effect, it will be so harmful. And as price hikes always do, they will hurt those the most who can afford them the least."缅因州共和党籍参议员苏珊·柯林斯警告称："这些关税一旦实施将造成严重损害。正如物价上涨的惯常效应，承受能力最脆弱的群体必将首当其冲。"Speaking shortly after Trump, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said the reciprocal tariffs announced by the US President will "fundamentally change the international trading system". He also said Canada would fight American tariffs with countermeasures, although his country and Mexico were not on the list of new tariffs.Trump described the exclusion as an effort to stop illegal immigration and drug smuggling.在特朗普宣布政策后，加拿大总理马克·卡尼随即表示，美国总统推行的对等关税政策将"从根本上改变国际贸易体系"。尽管加墨两国未被列入新关税清单，但卡尼强调加拿大将采取反制措施。特朗普将这一排斥行动描述为遏制非法移民和毒品走私的努力。Hours before Trump's announcement, Stephane Dujarric, spokesperson for the United Nations (UN), told China Daily at Wednesday's noon briefing that the UN has "expressed concern about what we've seen", which is "a rise in economic protectionism" and is concerned "about the impact it could have on the global economy".在特朗普正式宣布前数小时，联合国秘书长发言人斯特凡·杜加里克于周三午间例行记者会上回应《中国日报》提问时表示，联合国已对当前"经济保护主义抬头态势表示关切"，并担忧此举"可能对全球经济产生冲击"。Dujarric told the press conference at the UN headquarters in New York last week that the UN consistently encourages member states to settle trade disputes through constructive dialogue or established mechanisms.杜加里克上周在纽约联合国总部记者会上重申，联合国始终倡导会员国通过建设性对话或既有机制解决贸易争端。"I think we've spoken about the issue of tariffs and our position remains the same. We live in a very much global interlinked economy. It is important that member states resolve their trade issues through constructive engagement or through existing architecture, whether it's within the UN or not. And we've seen other countries put up tariffs. These are things that can have very severe impacts on the global economy," he said.“我想我们已经谈到了关税问题，我们的立场仍然不变。我们生活在一个深度互联的全球经济体系当中。各成员国无论通过联合国框架内外的建设性接触或现有机制解决贸易争端都至关重要。我们也看到其他国家提高了关税。这些因素都会对全球经济产生非常严重的影响，"杜加里克说。Ursula von der Leyen, the president of the European Commission, said on Tuesday that Europe has a plan to retaliate if Trump imposes widespread tariffs. "Europe did not start this confrontation," she said to EU lawmakers.欧盟委员会主席乌尔苏拉·冯德莱恩周二表态，若特朗普实施全面关税，欧盟已制定反制预案。她对欧盟立法者说：“欧洲并没有挑起这场对抗”。"There's only one conclusion: Trump is convinced that he's smarter than the many economists and business leaders who have urged him not to raise tariffs and risk a trade war," Anthony Moretti, an associate professor in the Communication and Organizational Leadership Department at Robert Morris University in Pennsylvania, told the China Daily.宾夕法尼亚州罗伯特莫里斯大学传播与组织领导系副教授安东尼·莫雷蒂向《中国日报》分析指出："唯一合理的解释是，特朗普坚信自己比众多经济学家和商界领袖更高明——这些人士反复警告加征关税将引发贸易战风险。""A trade war would harm Americans and people from all over the world, and it will damage bilateral relations," he said.莫雷蒂说："贸易战不仅将伤害美国民众和世界各国人民，更会严重损害双边关系。"Trump signed another executive order effective May 2 to remove tariff exemptions for Chinese imports valued at $800 or less and intends to apply the same measure to other countries once the federal government confirms it has the necessary staffing and resources in place. The "de minimis" exemption was helpful to popular e-commerce websites Temu and Shein.特朗普签署的另一项行政令于5月2日生效，取消了对价值800美元或以下的中国进口商品的关税豁免，并打算在联邦政府确认必要的人员和资源到位后，对其他国家实施同样的措施。这项“最低限度”豁免曾对热门电商平台Temu和Shein有所帮助。Moretti said that Trump "slammed" China twice on Wednesday. "The 34 percent tariffs will likely draw the bigger headlines, and any response from China will only magnify what he said. But the president also eliminated the‘de minimis' rule that eliminated tariffs on imported items of less than $800," he said. "In effect, what the president has decided is that everything entering the US from China must include a tariff. ""特朗普周三实际上对中国实施了双重打击。"莫雷蒂解读道，"34%的特别关税固然占据新闻头条，中方任何反制措施都将放大其政策效应。但更隐蔽的杀招在于废止800美元以下商品免税规则——这意味着总统实质上决定，所有中国输美商品都必须缴纳关税。"And that means higher prices whether the item is inexpensive or costly. Poorer Americans will especially feel the pain of higher prices because they have fewer dollars to spend," Moretti added."无论商品价格高低，最终都将推升终端售价。对经济拮据的美国低收入群体而言，这种物价上涨带来的痛感将尤为强烈。"莫雷蒂补充道。impose new tariffs征收关税the largest trade deficits最大贸易逆差reciprocal tariffs对等关税hikev.上涨；上升economic protectionism经济保护主义tariff exemptions关税豁免

Pasamos a reseñar los números 37/246 de El Asombroso Spiderman, donde dejamos de lado la colección de The Amazing Spiderman y tenemos a cambio una aventura de Ben Reilly y Kaine. O lo que es lo mismo Abismo y Araña Escarlata. Una mini-serie de 4 números en el tomo mensual. ¿No se dijo que no iba a pasar esto y que sólo veríamos la colección de The Amazing?, ¿o lo habré soñado?. Y para completar el Podcast el número 11 de Ultimate Spiderman. Ahí es nada. Todo ello con Leonardo Mirete y Manel Rodríguez. Casting: -Leonardo Mirete -Manel Rodríguez

Ultimate Spider-Cast Ep #315: Ben Reilly The Scarlet Spider - Death's Sting Welcome back to Ultimate Spider-Cast! In this episode Phil, Rey, and Justin review Ben Reilly: The Scarlet Spider #6 & #7 (October & November 2017) featuring Ben Reilly vs gang of armed shooters, Kaine vs Ben, and Ben has a conversation with Death (Literally).   Tune in today and don't forget to review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and anywhere else you can!     Ultimate Spider-Cast's Links  → Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/capesnetwork.bsky.social → Twitter https://www.twitter.com/UltSpidercast → Instagram https://www.instagram.com/capeslunatics/ → Facebook https://www.facebook.com/UltimateSpiderCast → YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/CapesandLunatics   ==================  

You asked, and we delivered—George is BACK on the pod, and he's hosting the most unconventional Valentine's Day special ever! ❤️

*Senator Kaine opens website for complaining federal employees. *VA Delegate Lopez has 14 family members that are being deported? *Spanberger embraces her constituents: Federal employees and Trans in women's sports. *Who is fighting for the non-federal employee in the private sector? *Plastic straws are back. *"Stop the Coup" chant in downtown Richmond by 8th grader? *Democrats are suffering severe mental health issues says Doctor. *New Gun Violence Prevention Center in Virginia? *LEGO is to heteronormative? *MSNBC freaks out about a smaller government. *And more!

Ultimate Spider-Cast Ep #311: Ben Reilly The Scarlet Spider - Back In The Hood Part 2 Welcome back to Ultimate Spider-Cast! In this episode, Phil, Rey, and Justin review Ben Reilly: The Scarlet Spider #4 & #5 (August & September 2017) featuring Ben Reilly vs Kaine in a fight to the death (at least for one of them), more secrets revealed about Cassandra Mercury and Slate, and another Aunt June appearance.   Tune in today and don't forget to review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and anywhere else you can!     Ultimate Spider-Cast's Links  → Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/capesnetwork.bsky.social → Twitter https://www.twitter.com/UltSpidercast → Instagram https://www.instagram.com/capeslunatics/ → Facebook https://www.facebook.com/UltimateSpiderCast → YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/CapesandLunatics   ==================  

We head into week four of The New Year's Comic Spree, as Zach continues to chip away at the giant stack of comics he's collected over the course of 2024.On the docket today:Akogun: Brutalizer of Gods #1-3 (Oni Press)Written by Murewa AyodeleArt by Dotun AkandeColors by Dee CuniffeLetters by Hassan Otsmane-ElhaouViolent Flowers #1-4 (Image Comics)Writing and Art and lettering by Maria LlovetChasm: Curse of Kaine #1-4 (Marvel Comics)Written by Steve FoxArt by Andrea BroccardoColors by Brian ReberLetters by VC's Joe CaramagnaDawn Runner #1-5 (Dark Horse Comics)Written by Ram VArt by Evan CagleColors by Dave StewartLetters by Aditiya BidikarUltimate X-Men #1-11 (Marvel Comics)Writing and Art by Peach MomokoScript Adaptation by Zack DavissonLetters by VC's Travis Lanham---------------------------------------------------Check out Dreampass and all their killer tracks on Spotify!---------------------------------------------------Join the Patreon to help us keep the lights on, and internet connected! https://www.patreon.com/tctwl---------------------------------------------------Listen to my other podcast!TFD: NerdcastAnd I am also part of the team over at...I Read Comic Books!---------------------------------------------------Want to try out all the sweet gigs over on Fiverr.com? Click on the link below and sign up!https://go.fiverr.com/visit/?bta=323533&brand=fiverrcpa---------------------------------------------------Follow on Instagram!The Comics That We LoveFollow on Tiktok!The Comics that We LoveFollow on Bluesky!@comicsthatwelove.bsky.social

Mark, Melinda, and Ed kick off the show by walking through and evaluating the tense exchange between Pete Hegseth and Senator Kaine. They also spend some time discussing the California fires and individuals taking advantage of the disaster and stealing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ultimate Spider-Cast Ep #306: Ben Reilly The Scarlet Spider - Back In The Hood Part 1 Welcome back to Ultimate Spider-Cast! In this episode, Phil, Rey, and Justin review Ben Reilly: The Scarlet Spider #1-#3 (June-August 2017) featuring Ben Reilly on the run, hiding and facing threats in Las Vegas, and hunted by the other Scarlet Spider, Kaine.   Tune in today and don't forget to review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and anywhere else you can!     Ultimate Spider-Cast's Links  → Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/capesnetwork.bsky.social → Twitter https://www.twitter.com/UltSpidercast → Instagram https://www.instagram.com/capeslunatics/ → Facebook https://www.facebook.com/UltimateSpiderCast → YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/CapesandLunatics   ==================  

#265thmas for 19st December, 2024 or 33-oh-10 (3310) http://loosescrewsed.com Join us on discord! And check out the merch store! PROMO CODES https://discord.gg/3Vfap47Rea Support us on Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/LooseScrewsED Squad Update:  DOIN' POWERPLAY All details in the #standing-orders and/or the #loose-screws-factions channels of the Discord. Powerpoint Update:  for Power Statistics: Powers | Elite:Dangerous | INARA Back to Business System Strongholds:  The Empire powers possess the most strongholds in total, with Arissa (55) and Aisling (47) leading, Denton (10) and Zemina (9) are just happy to be there. The dual Federal powers of Archer (29) and Winters (21)  fight each other as much as anyone else, and Archer has a lead of 9 strongholds against winters. Of the Independent powers, LYR (40) and Mahon(30) ,have the lead in stronghold systems followed closely by Antal (27) Kaine (27) and Grom (25) , with Delain (20) bringing up a still close last. Note: All of the “last place” powers amongst the Feds, and independents, still have more stronghold systems than Zemina Torval (9) , and Denton Patreus (10).  Almost all of the powers can be contacted directly to coordinate with their members by joining their discords (links on Inara), or looking up the respective power's subreddit.  Galnet Update: https://community.elitedangerous.com/  Titan Cocijo Destroyed, Sol Liberated (presumably from the Feds, thank you thargoids) - Galnet News | Elite Dangerous Community Site Thargoid war update: https://dcoh.watch/ Cocijo controls a single corpse, in low Earth orbit. 6 systems (Including Sol) in recovery, you can haul to help those systems recover, or coordinate with Operation Ida: Operation Ida Dev News:  FU - Frontier Unwrapped - Questions about Colonization Cash outlay is meaningful but not fleet carrier levels The real cost is construction cargo Claims can't be locked - you have 2 attempts to fulfil a claim before you are paused Only one claim at a time No system upkeep Architect is named and permanent The controlling faction in the source system is the one that colonizes You can't permit lock the system. You must start from the bubble System Maps will have an ‘architect view.' Colonization is not a PVP feature - You won't be able to sabotage another architect's project - No way to destroy constructions in a system Discussion: Thargoid war really Over? What are your goals for the coming year of Elite If any?  Have you unlocked the new powerplay cannons yet? Community Corner: DISTANT SCREWS 3! (now officially being planned) Buckyball - Race 8 x2 Marks The Dash ​​https://forums.frontier.co.uk/threads/buckyball-racing-club-presents-x-2-marks-the-dash-triple-eight-championship-race-8.631210/  – Race Ends 12/19, extended because of the Titan.

The country is facing the threat of a government shutdown just as the holidays are approaching. Sen. Tim Kaine (D-Virginia) talked with Kojo and Tom about what it would mean for federal workers in Virginia and the region.“I did get a bill passed in 2019 that guarantees everyone back pay in the event of any shutdown, now or  in the future,” Kaine said. “So, back pay is forthcoming. But that's not the same as getting your paycheck on payday.”He did note back pay does not apply to federal contractors… some of whom can be laid off in the event of a shutdown. Plus, Sen. Kaine explained why he pushed for a plan to protect civil servants.A D.C. Council committee recommended expelling Ward 8 Councilmember Trayon White this week, who is also facing federal bribery charges. The unanimous vote comes after an independent investigation found “substantial evidence” White violated ethics rules by accepting tens of thousands of dollars in order to influence the granting of contracts. The committee's chair, Kenyan McDuffie, joined the show to give his thoughts.Plus, Congress appears to have sidelined a provision giving D.C. greater control over the RFK Stadium site. We asked Councilmember McDuffie what's next for the District's continued pursuit of the land and convincing the Washington Commanders to return to the city.And with inauguration now a month away  city leaders, including Councilmember McDuffie, are concerned about what a second Trump presidency will mean for the District.Because D.C. is not a state, President Trump and a Republican-controlled Congress can interfere with the city's autonomy in a number of ways, from blocking local legislation to ending District self-rule. Last year, Congress struck down a major overhaul of the city's criminal code. Conuncilmember McDuffie said there have been 88 separate attacks on D-C autonomy just in the last two years..“Any interference in District of Columbia affairs is, frankly, unnecessary,” he said. “And would just serve to disenfranchise the more seven hundred thousand residents who live here and actually call the District of Columbia home.”It's the last Politics Hour of the year. We were joined by a panel of reporters, including WAMU's Margaret Barthel, Maryland Matters' Will Ford, and Washington City Paper's Alex Koma, to talk about the year's top stories and what to expect in 2025.Become a member of WAMU: wamu.org/donateSend us questions and comments for guests: kojo@wamu.orgFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/wamu885Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/thepoliticshour

Ultimate Spider-Cast Ep #305: Spider-Man - Snow Day Welcome back to Ultimate Spider-Cast! In this episode, Phil and Lilith review Amazing Spider-Man #700.5 (February 2014) featuring a Spider-Man/Fantastic Four misadventure and a young boy saves Spider-Man's life and Peter Parker: Spider-Man #37 (January 2002) featuring a battle with the Vulture during one of New York City's worst snowstorms. PLUS: reviews of NEW issues Venom War: Lethal Protectors #3, Spider-Man Reign 2 #5, Chasm: Curse of Kaine #4, Miles Morales: Spider-Man #26, Spider-Gwen: The Ghost Spider #7, Ultimate Spider-Man #11 and MORE!   PLUS: random nonsense including the Mike Tyson/Jack Paul fight that wasn't.   Tune in today and don't forget to review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and anywhere else you can!     Ultimate Spider-Cast's Links  → Twitter https://www.twitter.com/UltSpidercast → Instagram https://www.instagram.com/capeslunatics/ → Facebook https://www.facebook.com/UltimateSpiderCast → YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/CapesandLunatics   ==================  

This week, we've got clones on clones on clones! More clones than Judas Traveller could shake a VR construct at! What does any of that mean? Who knows! The writers certainly don't, and neither do we, and that's why it's so much fun.

It's turkey time here in the US! So, grab a drumstick, some candied yams, and Aunt Gilda's mac and cheese as I talk webs with some of the best fanboys around.  Carlos DM joins us once more to break down two episodes of FOX Spider-Man.  Adam is back covering Amazing and Ultimate while Nikko wraps up his Black Suit cameo, and then we wrap up with the other spiders running around Manhattan. RUNDOWN: Carlos:   Fox Spider-Man S3 Guilty & The Cat NIKKO:  Spider-Man Black Suit & Blood #4 Adam:   Amazing Spider-Man #60-61, Ultimate Spider-Man #11 Peter: Spider-Man Reign 2 #5, Spider-Boy #13, Spider-Gwen Ghost Spider #7, Spectacular Spider-Men #9, Chasm: Curse of Kaine #3-4

President-elect Donald Trump isn't done raiding Fox News for his Cabinet, which is what we expected from the failed TV game show host elected to a second term in the White House. It's not quite the end of the world as we know it, but apologies if it feels like it sometimes. On this week's politics podcast, we dive head-first into: Donald Trump might have to give up on his first Attorney General nominee, Matt Gaetz, who we're now learning as the new week starts reportedly participated in drug-fueled orgies that included underage girls during his first term in Congress. From Warner, Kaine raise issues with Matt Gaetz, Tulsi Gabbard Cabinet nominations We got ourselves a 2025 Virginia politics cycle shocker on Monday: Jason Miyares is going to run for a second term as attorney general, ceding the Republican Party gubernatorial nomination to Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears. From Shocker: Jason Miyares passes up run for governor, going for second term as AG instead Ken Mitchell, fresh off getting 34.6 percent of the vote in his loss to Ben Cline in the race for the Sixth District seat in Congress, is back for more. From Ken Mitchell announces candidacy for Sixth District seat in Congress in 2026 cycle Sixth District Congressman Ben Cline came up short on Friday in his bid to become the next chairman of the Republican Study Committee. From Ben Cline defeated in bid to take control of Republican Study Committee Virginiahas added 247,400 jobs since Glenn Youngkin took office in 2022, which we can thank the outgoing president, Joe Biden, and congressional Democrats for – see: Inflation Reduction Act. From Glenn Youngkin takes credit for Virginia jobs: It's the federal government, doofus The low-income White MAGA folks who voted for Donald Trump will be the ones who feel the consequences. They'll be the ones who lose their health insurance when he follows through on his promise to end Obamacare, and the ones who will feel the pinch of higher prices when he follows through on his promise to jack up tariffs. From Mailbag: MAGA reader uses the term ‘woke,' hints Jesus wouldn't have liked it

Join Jim and Greg as they offer two good martinis and a lousy one. Today, they discuss Israel's creative, non-violent strategy against Hezbollah, Kamala Harris's team fretting over key "blue wall" states, and how abortion has re-emerged as a leading issue in the 2024 campaign.First, they break down Israel's clever tactic of outing a Hezbollah bunker hidden beneath a hospital in Beirut. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) publicly announced the location and stated there was a lot of money and gold stored there. Jim and Greg explain why this is a brilliant move that puts Hezbollah in a tough position. They also have fun speculating on which Hollywood movie this situation resembles most.Next, Jim highlights his “Morning Jolt” report about the Harris campaign's concerns in battleground states. They reveal that Michigan, North Carolina, and Wisconsin are causing serious worry for Democrats. Greg and Jim explain why Harris is struggling in Michigan and urge conservatives to focus on voter turnout, rather than being distracted by political betting odds.Finally, they react to Newsweek's report that abortion is now the second most important issue for voters. While the economy still holds the top spot and immigration is close behind, abortion's prominence is seen as a political advantage for Democrats. Meanwhile, Republicans continue to fumble for a cohesive message. Jim and Greg also share their thoughts on some of the most absurd arguments Democrats are making against Trump.Please visit our great sponsors:BetterHelphttps://betterhelp.com/3MLVisit the 3ML website for 10% of your first month.  Zbioticshttps://zbiotics.com/3MLUse code 3ML at checkout to save 15% off your first order.  

SPONSOR:The Richmond ForumLINKS:Pod Virginia | PatreonLearn more about Jackleg MediaCheck out Black Virginia NewsIN THE NEWS:On question after question in a televised debate last week, Republican Senate candidate Hung Cao responded by mentioning undocumented immigrants. He also tried to claim that Kaine is a feckless senator based on the number of bills he sponsored that became law--a rate that beats most other sitting senators, including VP candidate JD Vance.Queen of Virginia is the name of a game that looks similar to a slot machine that can be found at convenience stores across Virginia. Some of them were recently modified so they no longer accept cash, although even those machines are illegal according to a memo from Attorney General Jason Miyares. Governor Glenn Youngkin says reaching a deal to legalize them has become a tall mountain to climb.According to the latest quarterly report from the FBI, crime rates for the second quarter of this year are down in every category. Violent crime is down 10 percent; robbery is down 14 percent. And murder is down 23 percent. Remember those numbers when political candidates are trying to sell the narrative of a crime wave.TRIVIA: What is Virginia's official state pony?At the Watercooler:Is Virginia in play after all for the Presidential election?One of the Progressive Prosecutors for Justice is trash-talking an Alexandria judge for failing to impose a harsher sentence. What's going on?Learn more at http://linktr.ee/JacklegMedia

n the 6 AM Hour: Larry O'Connor and Mercedes Schlapp discussed: HUNG CAO VS TIM KAINE: Democratic incumbent U.S. Sen.Tim Kaine faced off with  his Republican challenger, Hung Cao, on the debate stage Wednesday, Oct. 2. Nexstar Media Group television stations across Virginia. Takeaways from Virginia Senate debate between Kaine and Trump-endorsed Hung Cao Virginia House candidates debate abortion and affordability as congressional election nears Crowd unruly as Anderson, Vindman clash in UMW debate WMAL GUEST: 6:35 AM - INTERVIEW - CALEB DALTON - senior counsel at Alliance Defending Freedom, was on the case SOCIAL MEDIA: https://x.com/JCalebDalton His bio: https://adflegal.org/profile/caleb-dalton VA school board to pay $575K, change policies to end ADF lawsuit on behalf of wrongly fired teacher Port strike panic buying? Costco toilet paper frenzy making the rounds on social media Where to find more about WMAL's morning show:  Follow the Show Podcasts on Apple podcasts, Audible and Spotify. Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor,  @Jgunlock, @patricepinkfile, and @heatherhunterdc.  Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Show Website: https://www.wmal.com/oconnor-company/ How to listen live weekdays from 5 to 9 AM: https://www.wmal.com/listenlive/ Episode: Thursday, October 3, 2024 / 6 AM Hour  O'Connor and Company is proudly presented by Veritas AcademySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Jim and Greg as they look at how the GOP's odds for a U.S. Senate majority seem to be improving, how Tim Walz was a massive failure on COVID deaths in nursing homes and much more, and how Chuck Schumer utterly failed to do his most important job - but will still emerge as a winner.First, they welcome a new Scott Rasmussen poll (different than Rasmussen Reports) that shows Montana Republican Senate candidate Tim Sheehy with a growing lead over incumbent Democrat Jon Tester. And several other races are inching further in the direction of Republicans. They also rail against the media for constantly labeling Democrats like Pennsylvania's Bob Casey and Virginia's Tim Kaine as "moderates" even though they vote along with the Biden administration's position almost all the time.Next, they discuss reporting that shows Minnesota's nursing home death rate from COVID was the worst in the nation under Tim Walz, due in large part to his demand that those facilities accept COVID patients after they left the hospital. Jim points out that mainstream media seem thoroughly uninterested in Walz's actual record as governor and are much more content to lazily play into the image of him as a regular guy.Finally, they groan as Congress appears on the verge of another continuing resolution to keep the government open. But they also highlight Speaker Mike Johnson's point that the House passed 12 separate appropriations bills in committee - also known as regular order - and the Senate ignored the House legislation and passed no spending bills on its own. So Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer didn't do anything to fulfill the most important function of the legislative branch.

On this Happy Hour, Tony and Fingers review Virgil Kaine Ginger Infused Bourbon Whiskey. Other topics this week include -- Tony makes bourbon milkshakes! The wildest foods sold at NFL Stadiums. The strangest pumpkin spice products of 2024.  All that and much more on this Happy Hour edition of Eat Drink Smoke. Follow Eat Drink Smoke on social media!X (Formerly Twitter): @GoEatDrinkSmokeFacebook: @eatdrinksmokeIG: @EatDrinkSmokePodcast The Podcast is Free! Click Below! Apple PodcastsAmazon MusicStitcher SpotifySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On The Patrick Madrid Show, you'll hear from Kaine, a listener who reached out from a place most of us can't even imagine—county jail. Kaine's story is one of struggle, redemption, and the surprising ways God works in our lives, even in the darkest corners.   Kaine, who's currently awaiting trial for a crime he says he didn't commit, opened up about the difficult journey that led him to this point. Life hasn't been easy for him—born prematurely to a mother addicted to cocaine, Kaine was eventually convicted of a crime he didn't do, and that shadow has followed him for decades. It's led him down paths of depression, substance abuse, and broken relationships.   But here's where the story takes a turn. While sitting in his jail cell, Kaine stumbled upon Relevant Radio. And something incredible happened—he found hope. Listening to Patrick Madrid and Cyrus reminded him of who he used to be, a proud altar boy ringing the bells at Mass, filled with Catholic pride. That spark of faith was reignited, and for the first time in a long time, Kaine felt like God had a plan for him again.   Patrick assured him that he's not alone—God is right there with him, even in his cell. He also connected him with some great resources, like the St. Dismas Guild, a prison ministry, and the Cenacolo Community, which helps people struggling with addiction.   Kaine's story is such a powerful reminder that God can reach us anywhere, even in the most unlikely places. For Kaine, Relevant Radio has become more than just something to listen to—it's a lifeline that brought him back to the faith that once gave him so much joy.   So, let's keep Kaine in our prayers. His journey is still unfolding, but his courage to share it with us is already inspiring. 

Patrick receives a call from Kaine, a listener who is currently incarcerated in a county jail in Florida. Kaine shares his emotional story of being born to a drug-addicted mother, running away from home as a teen, and facing false accusations that have followed him throughout his adult life, leading to struggles with drugs and depression. Despite the immense challenges, Kaine reveals how discovering Relevant Radio while in jail has reignited his Catholic faith and given him a renewed sense of hope and purpose.   Sandra - I was told that it was hateful to post photos of aborted babies on the internet. Is that true? (01:38) Kaine - Relevant Radio has helped me from jail. I use to be an altar-boy (13:57) Chris - I am trying to evangelize to an atheist who talks about exceptions to what is sinful and evil. (41:23)