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Former Texan N.D. Kalu joins the show for his weekly visit, sharing insight on the Texans and the league at large.
Seahawks vs. Rams is on tap tonight, and ITL breaks down who they've got in a pivotal matchup, plus reacts to off-the-field drama surrounding Puka Nacua. Former Texan N.D. Kalu joins the show for his weekly visit, sharing insight on the Texans and the league at large. The hour wraps with What's Popping in the world of sports and entertainment.
There's a part of the Texans' culture that may not be getting enough credit — the coaching — and ITL digs into whether that foundation could finally lead to the team doing something it hasn't done in years, before wrapping the hour with today's QOTD: What's an email or text you wish you had back? Seahawks vs. Rams is on tap tonight, and the crew breaks down who they've got in a pivotal matchup, reacts to off-the-field drama surrounding Puka Nacua, and welcomes former Texan N.D. Kalu for his weekly visit, offering insight on the Texans and the league, plus What's Popping in sports and entertainment. The debate continues with a discussion on who the Texans' most indispensable offensive player really is — and whether Lopez just changed some minds — followed by Lunch-Time Confessions involving a kid not in the Rocky Top spirit and a round of O.G. Buy or Sell asking if you're buying what folks around sports are selling. And finally, ITL debates whether a Jawhar Jordan and Nick Chubb duo can get the job done this Sunday before Figgy's Mixtape brings the chaos with a Home Alone fun fact involving Joe Pesci, Macaulay Culkin's diehard Rams breakdown, a rat issue at a local Houston Walmart, and more wild stories making the rounds.
This week on The Brief Merlin Fulcher is joined by curator of Digital Design at the V&A Natalie Kane to discuss: The president of the Royal Institute of British Architects tears up his accreditation in a bid for greater protection // Nnena Kalu wins the 2025 Turner Prize in a breakthrough for neurodiverse artists // London architecture grandee Peter Murray announces a mayoral bid // And finally, amid a surge in new data centres could now be the time for a design rebrand?Subscribe to the Open City Podcast on Spotify, Soundcloud or iTunesThe Open City Podcast is supported by Bloomberg Connects, the free arts and culture platform and produced in association with the Architects' Journal, London Society, C20 Society and Save Britain's Heritage.The Open City Podcast is recorded and produced at the Open City offices located in Bureau. Bureau is a co-working space for creatives offering a new approach to membership workspace. Bureau prioritises not just room to think and do, but also shared resources and space to collaborate.To help support excellent and accessible, independent journalism about the buildings and the urban environment, please become an Open City Friend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Former Texan N.D. Kalu stops by for his weekly visit
Around the NFL gets spicy with Joe Burrow sounding legitimately worn down and the referee union's CBA about to expire — a combo that could shape the rest of the season. Former Texan N.D. Kalu stops by for his weekly visit, and we wrap it up with What's Popping across the world of sports and entertainment.
ITL kicks off with C.J. Stroud making it clear he's fully embracing this offense, just as the chaos in college football hints it may only be getting started — with ripple effects that could hit your favorite team. Around the NFL, questions rise about whether Joe Burrow is breaking down and what the looming expiration of the referees' CBA could mean, plus former Texan N.D. Kalu stops by for his weekly visit before we dive into What's Popping. The guys also dig into whether Sunday's Texans–Cardinals matchup has “trap game” written all over it, mix in some Lunch-Time Confessions with Lopez and the crazy moms, and hit O.G.'s Buy or Sell. And to close it out, we finally try to put in ink the perfect nickname for this Texans defense before Figgy's Mixtape jumps into GameStop's wild “Trade Anything Day,” a high-speed Houston chase, and more pure chaos.
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N.D. Kalu stops by for his weekly visit to break down Texans vs. Chiefs.
Azeez Al-Shaair earns a nomination for the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award, Mark Andrews lands an extension in Baltimore, and more headlines from around the league. Plus, N.D. Kalu stops by for his weekly visit to break down Texans vs. Chiefs. What's Popping in the world of sports & entertainment.
ITL dives into what kind of statement the Texans can make Sunday night in Kansas City and whether fixing just one offensive flaw could make them nearly unbeatable, plus the QOTD on who's always been misunderstood. Around the NFL covers Azeez Al-Shaair's Walter Payton Man of the Year nomination, Mark Andrews' new deal, and more before N.D. Kalu previews Texans–Chiefs. Nick Wright of FS1 returns to break down the matchup, followed by Lunch-Time Confessions, Justin Simmons chatter, and an OG Buy or Sell. And to close, DeMeco Ryans offers a fresh view on the Texans–Chiefs rivalry, and Figgy's Mixtape serves up everything from a drunk raccoon to a debate on whether men grow up after 40.
From 3-5 to 6-5 and fighting for playoff position. Texans All-Access with Andre Ware, N.D. Kalu, and John McClain discuss the Bills victory, Davis Mills' insurance policy role, and why the Colts game is critical to AFC South hopes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Houston Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans joins Marc Vandermeer and John Harris to break down the 16-13 road victory over Tennessee and preview Thursday night's Battle Red matchup against Buffalo. Coach Ryans discusses Davis Mills' clutch performance, Matthew Wright's game-winning field goal, and the challenges of preparing for MVP Josh Allen on a short week. Plus, N.D. Kalu analyzes DeNeil Hunter's dominant stretch, and Jaden Higgins discusses his emergence as the team's number two receiver.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former Texan N.D. Kalu joins the show for his weekly visit to break down the latest with the Texans.
Around The NFL — Jameis being Jameis, Brian Daboll's future, and more league talk. Former Texan N.D. Kalu joins the show for his weekly visit to break down the latest with the Texans. Plus, What's Popping in the world of sports and entertainment.
ITL breaks down who the Rockets really are 10 games in and whether Sunday in Nashville will be the easy win Texans fans expect. Around The NFL covers Jameis being Jameis, Brian Daboll's future, and more, with former Texan N.D. Kalu joining for his weekly visit before What's Popping in sports and entertainment. A Nick Caley progress report sparks debate, Figgy's Lunch-Time Confession about his dog's mullet brings laughs, and OG Buy or Sell tests what listeners believe in. Finally, ITL wonders when the Texans' “best five” O-line will actually come together, while Figgy's Mixtape gets wild with stories of an AI marriage, a $1.75M TikTok scandal, and more.
Marc Vandermeer and John Harris break down the Houston Texans' dramatic 36-29 comeback victory over Jacksonville, featuring analysis from DeMeco Ryans, N.D. Kalu, Andre Ware, and John McClain. The crew discusses Davis Mills' clutch fourth-quarter performance, Danielle Hunter's career day with 3.5 sacks, and the team's resilience in overcoming a 29-10 deficit. Plus, previewing the road trip to Tennessee and looking ahead to AFC playoff implications.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former Texan N.D. Kalu joins the show for his weekly visit
Around the NFL: Sad news out of Dallas, a Panthers WR fined for his celebration, and more headlines from across the league. Former Texan N.D. Kalu joins the show for his weekly visit, and we wrap it up with What's Poppin' — the latest in sports and entertainment.
Crosstalk with P&P gets a little childish before diving into the Texans' growing injury list — who's the next man up? The Astros hire Victor Rodriguez as their new hitting coach, and we ask if the move brings more hope to the lineup. Around the NFL, there's sad news out of Dallas and a fine for a Panthers WR, plus former Texan N.D. Kalu joins the show for his weekly visit before we dive into What's Poppin' in sports and entertainment. CBS Sports' Pete Prisco stops by to preview Jags vs. Texans, ITL Lunch-Time Confessions get wild with some Flight Madness, and we play OG Buy or Sell. Finally, John Lopez shares his optimism about Davis Mills starting Sunday, and Figgy's Mixtape brings laughs with the week's top Google search, a weed dispensary mix-up, and more internet craziness.
Former Texan N.D. Kalu joins ITL for his weekly visit
Around the NFL: Ravens vs. Dolphins on TNF — are you interested? We hit the latest trade rumors and headlines across the league. Former Texan N.D. Kalu joins ITL for his weekly visit, plus we check out What's Poppin' in the world of sports and entertainment.
On today's show, we're giving credit where it's due—are we overlooking something C.J. Stroud can do that most players can't? We'll also discuss what could happen if the Rockets struggle on defense, and today's QOTD asks: who are the most important figures in Houston sports history—not athletes, but the people behind the scenes shaping the city's sports culture. Around the NFL, we break down Thursday Night Football with Ravens vs. Dolphins, the latest trade rumors, and former Texan N.D. Kalu joins ITL for his weekly visit, plus the hottest sports and entertainment headlines. DeMeco Ryans spoke to the media ahead of Houston's matchup vs. Denver, ITL Lunch-Time Confessions wonders if Lopez is rocking fake glasses, and the OG's weigh in with Buy or Sell. Finally, with Nico Collins and Christian Kirk aiming to return on Sunday, we debate the Texans' wide receiver rotation, and Figgy's Mixtape highlights the Top 25 Biggest Halloween Songs of All-Time, a wild police court hearing with no pants, and more.
Main PointsMoney isn't just math, it's a relationship. In this conversation with Certified Financial Planner and poet Uchechi Kalu, we unpack the real stories behind your bank account:Why your money mindset starts with culture & family, not spreadsheets.Uchechi's 3-part framework: Technical · Psychological · Cultural; and how to use it like a wheel.The “Cost of Being You” exercise that reveals what enough truly means.How women of color can plan preventatively in an unstable economy.What happens when love meets money — and how to have that talk (without fighting).Resources Mentioned:Book: I Will Teach You To Be Rich by Ramit SethiMoney personality test: Money Coaching InstituteUchechi Kalu's website: greenlightfp.comLinkedInInstagram: @dearuchechi Where We Can Connect:Schedule a Business & Career Review call with me to see if it's a good fit to work together: elainelou.com/callCheck out our 320+ client reviews on Google and our websiteFollow the Podcast on AppleFollow the Podcast on SpotifyFollow Elaine on Instagram: @elainelou_Connect with Elaine on LinkedIn: Elaine Lou CartasCheck out our other podcasts for Women of Color
Former Texan N.D. Kalu joins the show for his weekly visit.
Pro Bowl could move to Super Bowl week, TNF is on deck, and former Texan N.D. Kalu joins us for his weekly visit. Plus, What's Poppin' in sports and entertainment!
ITL dives into whether we're seeing the real DeMeco Ryans as the Texans face key injuries with Nico and Kirk possibly out. Around The NFL covers a possible Pro Bowl move, TNF, and a visit from N.D. Kalu. Tracy Sandler joins us to preview Texans vs 49ers, plus Lunch-Time Confessions, OG's Buy or Sell, and Figgy's Mixtape featuring wild stories from Ghost Adventures gone wrong to Chaka Khan as a Jags owner?!
Former Texan N.D. Kalu joins ITL for his weekly visit.
Around The NFL: JJ Watt rant on PFF, The Icy Hot Bowl (TNF), and more headlines from around the league. Former Texan N.D. Kalu joins ITL for his weekly visit, plus What's Poppin' in the world of sports and entertainment.
Is this finally shaping up to be the Nico Game? DeMeco might want to run it, but could that backfire against Seattle? Plus, the Rockets are favored to land Austin Reaves. Around The NFL: JJ Watt rant on PFF, The Icy Hot Bowl (TNF), and more headlines from around the league., and N.D. Kalu joins for his weekly visit. Cam Newton's latest comments hit on a key Texans point heading into Monday, and Lunch-Time Confessions: Lopez did something bad, and OG Buy or Sell. Wrapping it up — NFL trade deadline chaos, and Figgy's Mixtape covers Halloween candy odds, a “Monster-in-Law” getting life, and British kids trying Texas BBQ.
With the Texans coming off their bye, Marc Vandermeer and John Harris go over the weekend of NFL action and how it affects the Texans. Guests include Andre Ware, N.D. Kalu and John McClain.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former Texan N.D. Kalu stops by to share his insights.
Around The NFL: JJ Watt weighs in on the Texans and the state of the AFC South. Former Texan N.D. Kalu stops by to share his insights. Plus, we wrap it all up with What's Poppin' — the latest in sports and entertainment you need to know!
B Scott and Luke Mauro fill in for Reggie & Lopez and kick things off with a breakdown of the Rockets' preseason game — who stood out, who needs work, and what it all means moving forward. Then, they shift gears to the Texans and discuss what we should expect from the team coming out of the bye week. Around The NFL, JJ Watt shares his thoughts on the Texans and the AFC South, while former Texan N.D. Kalu joins the show to give his perspective. The crew also dives into What's Poppin' — the latest in sports and entertainment. Later, they ask the big question: despite the losing record, are the Texans actually right where they need to be? Plus, ITL Lunch-Time Confessions and Breaking Astros News. To close out the show, it's all about the Astros — More breaking Astros news, the Astros fired head athletic trainer Jeremiah Randall. And Figgy's Mixtape brings the chaos with wild stories, from New Orleans' last escaped inmate being caught to a criminal strolling into a reporter's live shot, and more!
Join **Marc Vandermeer** and **John Harris** for **Texans Monday** celebrating Houston's historic 44-10 win in Baltimore—the franchise's first-ever road victory at M&T Bank Stadium—featuring **N.D. Kalu**, **Andre Ware**, and Hall of Famer **John McClain**.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How do you even start a business in 2025!? I sat down with my client (and friend) Uchechi Kalu, CFP®, 2024 Olympic Poet to talk about what it really looks like to go from being laid off… to working with over 700 clients, landing contracts with 5 major literary arts organizations, and already hitting 50% of her 2026 revenue goal.Uchechi's layoff story and what it was like to start from zeroWhy starting a business isn't for everyone (and why you probably shouldn't work with me)How integrating your passions makes you stand out, in Uchechi's case, poetry + financial planningWhy she chose to double down on building relationships IRL vs. URL to get her first contractsResources Mentioned:Uchechi's websiteUchechi's LinkedIn and InstagramWhere We Can Connect:Schedule a Business & Career Review call with me to see if it's a good fit to work together: elainelou.com/callCheck out our 314 client reviewsFollow the Podcast on AppleFollow the Podcast on SpotifyFollow Elaine on Instagram: @elainelou_Connect with Elaine on LinkedIn: Elaine Lou CartasCheck out our other podcasts for Women of ColorFollow, Rate & Review on Apple PodcastsAre you following the WOC & Allies: Business & Career Realtalk podcast? My team and I created this podcast for accessible education for women of color and allies. When you follow the podcast, it lets podcast streaming companies know that this podcast is a podcast fellow women of color and allies should listen to. If you are enjoying the show, I would love it if you would leave me a review on Apple Podcasts. This is one of the best ways to support the show and my team, and it helps other Legacy Leaders find it! Head over to Apple Podcasts to follow, rate and review now!
Texans face a mounting Ravens injury report — is this the true get-right game, and should Houston fear Derrick Henry? Woody Marks takes Rookie of the Week, TNF, and league injuries stack up, and former Texan N.D. Kalu joins the show. DeMeco and Stroud speak, ITL reacts with Lunch-Time Confessions and OG's Buy/Sell, plus Reggie's Texans blitz breakdown, Figgy's Mixtape TBT, phone ban hacks, the Reading Rainbow reboot, and more.
Former Texans DL N.D. Kalu joins the show to preview the Ravens game
Woody Marks earns NFL Rookie of the Week honors, TNF is on deck, and injuries are stacking up around the league. Former Texans DL N.D. Kalu joins the show to preview the Ravens game, plus What's Popping in sports & entertainment.
Former Texans defensive lineman N.D. Kalu stops by ahead of Texans vs. Titans.
Around the NFL: TNF preview tonight, the Cowboys won't give Micah Parsons a tribute video, and more headlines. Former Texans defensive lineman N.D. Kalu stops by ahead of Texans vs. Titans. Plus, What's Popping in the world of sports and entertainment.
DeMeco Ryans and C.J. Stroud spoke to the media after the Texans released C.J. Gardner-Johnson—how big of a loss is it, and what does it mean moving forward? ITL reacts, plus a look at whether the Astros' run is officially over—if this is the end of the era, was it everything you hoped it would be, and what's next for the franchise? (QOTD: What memory is gonna stick with you forever from the Astros' run?) Around the NFL brings a TNF preview, the Cowboys refusing to give Micah Parsons a tribute video, and more headlines, with former Texans defensive lineman N.D. Kalu stopping by ahead of Texans vs. Titans, along with What's Popping in the world of sports and entertainment. CJ Stroud speaks to the media again—did he sound a bit more human this time? ITL Lunch-Time Confessions highlight Astros injury issues, and OG's Buy or Sell asks: are you buying what people in sports are selling? Plus, ITL goes behind enemy lines with Ron Slay of 3HL on 104.5 The Zone in Nashville to preview Texans vs. Titans, and Figgy's Mixtape runs through the Ten Friendliest Cities in America, Zion being compared to a crackhead, and more trending stories.
Marc Vandermeer and John Harris analyze the Texans' 0-3 start with cornerback Tremon Smith and former NFL player N.D. Kalu. Topics include secondary adjustments, Derek Stingley Jr.'s injury, and the must-win game against the Tennessee Titans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former Texan N.D. Kalu joins the show for his weekly visit.
Around the NFL—Tampa Bay takes a hit on the O-Line, plus we rank the 0-2 teams against the Texans. Former Texan N.D. Kalu checks in for his weekly visit, and we dive into What's Popping in sports & entertainment.
Reggie & Figgy were at Daikin Park for the Astros' win—how important was sweeping the Rangers, and whether the Texans got duped against the Bucs. Around the NFL, we cover Tampa Bay's O-Line injury, rank the 0-2 teams vs the Texans, and catch up with former Texan N.D. Kalu. The word of the week is “close,” with C.J. Stroud speaking out, Lunch-Time Confessions, and OG Buy or Sell in sports & entertainment. Plus, we tackle the biggest Jaguars question, Figgy's Mixtape, and more.
ITL dives into who you'd trust most in clutch moments if the Astros played in blank jerseys, what Texans fans can still feel confident about, and the one fix Houston needs most. Around the NFL brings Monday Night Football storylines, from an open roof at NRG to familiar faces on the Cowboys, with former Texan N.D. Kalu joining the show. Plus, when was the last time C.J. Stroud really had a game? Lunch-Time Confessions (including Figgy's police situation), OG Buy or Sell, and a new edition of Figgy's Mixtape featuring gamblers jumping ship, new snacks, and more.
From a possible open roof for Texans-Bucs on Monday Night Football to a former Texan visiting the Cowboys, ITL hits all the Around the NFL storylines. Former Texan N.D. Kalu stops by ahead of the MNF showdown, plus What's Popping in the world of sports and entertainment.
Marc Vandermeer and John Harris break down the Houston Texans' 14-9 season-opening loss to the Los Angeles Rams, featuring analysis from N.D. Kalu and Andre Ware. The hosts examine C.J. Stroud's attempts to deal with the Rams' pressure, Nico Collins' limited targets, and DeMeco Ryans' defense holding the Rams to just 14 points. Looking ahead to Monday Night Football against Tampa Bay, the crew discusses what must improve for Houston to bounce back from their 0-1 start.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Growing up in the north Georgia mountains in the 1980s, I had an encounter that changed everything I thought I knew about the world. Something massive, walking on two legs, chased me out of the woods when I was twelve years old. That terrifying experience sent me down a decades-long rabbit hole, researching and collecting stories from across the American Southeast.In this episode, I share my personal encounter along with the haunting story of Mr. Brown, a Summerville carpenter who came face-to-face with an injured eight-foot-tall creature while hunting ginseng in 1986. We explore the hidden history of Sasquatch sightings throughout Georgia, Florida, Alabama, Tennessee, and the Carolinas, from ancient Cherokee legends of Tsul 'Kalu to modern-day encounters captured on police dash cams.Despite what skeptics claim about the Southeast being too developed for unknown primates to exist, the evidence tells a different story. We examine compelling accounts from the Minnehaha Falls incident, the Florida Skunk Ape photographs, Tennessee's Flintville Monster siege, and hundreds of other documented encounters that mainstream science refuses to acknowledge. From the vast wilderness of the Great Smoky Mountains to the impenetrable Everglades, these creatures have been seen by thousands of credible witnesses over centuries.This isn't about proving anything to anybody. This is about the truth of what people have experienced in the shadows of the Southern woods, and why these ancient mysteries deserve our respect, not our ridicule.Because sometimes, in those quiet moments when the fog rolls through the hollows and the modern world feels far away, we're reminded that we don't know everything about the forests we call home.Get Our FREE NewsletterGet Brian's Books Leave Us A VoicemailVisit Our WebsiteSupport Our SponsorsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sasquatch-odyssey--4839697/support.