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Welcome to the Heroes Three podcast! This week we are joined by Craig Neeson from SWIMFANS to talk about Nobuhiko Obayashi's summer romance film, His Motorbike, Her Island from 1986 starring Riki Takeuchi and Kiwako Harada!Check out some H3 art and merch! - https://www.teepublic.com/user/kf_carlito Listen to SWIMFANSFull cast and credits - WikipediaFind us online - https://linktr.ee/Heroes3PodcastEmail us! - heroes3podcast@gmail.comTimestamps(00:00) Intro(0:40) Craig on the pod(1:11) Why His Motorbike, Her Island(6:08) Playful black and white(11:21) Motorcycles and Kawasaki(15:00) Experimental filmmaking(18:29) Back of the VHS(55:26) Final thoughts on Obayashi(59:02) Listen to Swimfans(1:00:03) Plugs and training for next week
Sanggam aw+Aituam itna+Kong phat den ding Chin gospel songs+Health talk.
Hi Everyone! My guest today was Colleen Kong-Savage, kidlit author and illustrator, and teacher. Here is more about Colleen:Colleen Kong Savage is Write-handed artist with a penchant for paper. Debut author-illustrator of PIANO WANTS TO PLAY and illustrator of Fortune Cookies for Everyone. She is also a teaching artist!Check out Colleen's website:https://ckongsavage.com/Colleen's Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/kongsavage/Thanks for listening!
We sit down with Producer Bill Kong to talk THE FURIOUS. The film releases in theaters June 12th. Check out our Patreon: www.patreon.com/thewafflepresspodcast ►YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheWafflePress ►SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/thewafflepress/ ►Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0wn6x2sfn6eCmg1MYDUW45?si=sXcDY8xsSrqLYvnGu3vVOg&dl_branch=1 ►iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-waffle-press-podcast/id1265467358?mt=2
JJ and Tucker talk about the humbling realities of aging, from nose waxing and gray beard compliments to the possibility of becoming Fargo's own George Clooney. They also get into homeownership, appliance repair, mystery household smells, utility company inspections, and the joy of paying professionals to handle the heavy stuff. Plus: screened-in porch dreams, 150 flameless candles, algorithmic shoulder massager ads, Disney World back scratcher hygiene, an imaginary theme park ride called Jungle Booze Cruise, theater kids rejecting AI-generated ice cream coupons, The King of Kong, and whether Japan is ready for JJ.
Send us Fan MailGodzilla doesn't just fight monsters in Godzilla: King of the Monsters. He fights our attention spans, our nostalgia, and a human plot that sometimes feels like it was written by a committee of eco-terrorists and stressed-out scientists. We lean into all of it, because the MonsterVerse is at its best when it's loud, mythic, and just a little ridiculous.We start with Rich's MonsterVerse on-ramp and his homework watch: Godzilla (2014) and Kong: Skull Island. That contrast sparks a real debate about pacing, visibility, and vibe. Do you want a slow, shadowy build where the kaiju are treated like a natural disaster, or do you want bright daylight brawls and an instantly lovable Kong who shows up and earns your loyalty fast?Then we get to the main event: Monarch, Titans, and the chaos of Mothra, Rodan, and King Ghidorah (Monster Zero). We dig into the lore that makes this movie catnip for fans, including ancient worship, the idea of Godzilla as nature's balance, and the franchise callbacks baked into the iconic sounds and themes. We also call out what doesn't work, especially Emma Russell's plan and the way the human drama can undercut the stakes, even as the set pieces, like the Fenway Park destruction, absolutely deliver.If you're into kaiju movies, MonsterVerse worldbuilding, or you're gearing up for Godzilla vs Kong, hit play and come argue with us. Subscribe, share the episode with a fellow nerd, and leave a five-star review so more people can find the show.Support the show
Welcome to the Heroes Three podcast! This week we are joined by ninja pop culture expert Keith Rainville to discuss the brutal and unflinching ninja classic, The Ninja Hunt directed by Tetsuya Yamanouchi and starring Jushiro Konoe and Bin Amatsu!Check out some H3 art and merch! - https://www.teepublic.com/user/kf_carlito Check out the secret scrolls at Vintage Ninja!Check out Keith talking with Fanatical Dragon!Full cast and credits - WikipediaFind us online - https://linktr.ee/Heroes3PodcastEmail us! - heroes3podcast@gmail.comTimestamps(00:00) Intro(00:38) What is Vintage Ninja?(02:56) Ninja Gari background(12:42) Our initial thoughts(26:02) Back of the VHS(26:39) Movie Talk(1:23:16) A bit about the 1982 remake(1:30:14) Go to Vintage Ninja dot Net!(1:38:47) Plugs and training for next week
Þingsályktunartillaga um þjóðaratkvæðagreiðslu um að hefja aðildarviðræður við Evrópusambandið á ný var samþykkt a Alþingi í dag. Það er því ljóst að atkvæðagreiðslan fer fram 29. ágúst. Þangað til eru þrír mánuðir - við hverju getum við búist á þeim tíma? Yfirveguðum umræðum um það sem greiða á atkvæði um eða áframhaldandi skotgrafahernaður um kosti og galla ESB og aðildar að því? Ævar Örn Jósepsson ræðir við Eirík Bergmann Einarsson stjórnmálafræðing og sérfræðing í málefnum Evrópu og Evrópusambandsins. Í Ituri-héraði í norðausturhluta lýðstjórnarlýðveldisins Kongó mætast sjúkdómar og átök með hörmulegum afleiðingum, sagði Tedros Ghebreyesus forstöðumaður Alþjóðaheilbrigðisstofnunarinnar í yfirlýsingu á X í gær. Engin lyf bíta á það afbrigði ebóluveirunnar sem nú geisar í nokkrum löndum Afríku, einkum Kongó. Anna Kristín Jónsdóttir fjallar um þetta og ræðir við Þórhildi Ólafsdóttur, sem býr með fjölskyldu sinni í Úganda. Umsjón: Ævar Örn Jósespsson Tæknimaður: Jón Þór Helgason
Skelfing vegna ebólu hefur gripið um sig í austurhluta Lýðstjórnarlýðveldisins Kongó þar sem smituðum fjölgar og menn óttast að veiran dreifist hraðar en talið var í fyrstu fyrir tæpum mánuði. Í vor bárust fréttir af hópsýkingu af völdum hantaveiru sem valdið hefur dauðsföllum. Guðrún Aspelund sóttvarnalæknir skilur að eftir covid-faraldurinn vakni meiri áhyggjur hjá fólki hér af farsóttum úti í heimi. Anna Kristín Jónsdóttir talar við hana. Allsherjarþing Sameinuðu þjóðanna gerðu í gær ráðgefandi úrskurð Alþjóðadómstólsins í Haag frá því í fyrra að sínum. Þar er kveðið á um skyldu ríkja heims til að verja fólk og umhverfi gegn yfirstandandi loftslagsbreytingum og gera allt sem í þeirra valdi stendur til að hamla gegn þeim. Ævar Örn Jósepsson segir frá. Vladímír Pútín Rússlandsforseti sneri heim úr Kínaferð í gær og kom þaðan tómhentur, fyrir utan yfirlýsingu um áframhaldandi vináttu og bræðralag þjóðanna tveggja. Og þótt rússneskir fjölmiðlar kenni Kínverjum um árangursleysið ku vera sótt að hart að Pútín á heimavelli. Samkvæmt skýrslu evrópskrar leyniþjónustustofnunar, sem var lekið á ótrúlegan hátt til fjölda fjölmiðla nýlega, óttast forsetinn að verið sé að brugga honum launráð og hefur gripið til harkalegra aðgerða til að komast lífs af. Ingólfur Bjarni Sigfússon tók saman.
ORIGINAL AIR DATE: APR 1, 2019Here's a doozy from the IRON SHOW archives. Johnny and Michael interview an Asian cult leader? Sorry, I don't know the whole story, maybe Michael or Johnny can fill you in. This one graces us with some delightful preroll with multiple throat-shredding intros by Johnny Iron. A classic from 2019.We talk with a cult leader: Lord Me!
Few writers can claim to have defined a generation of storytelling. Simon Furman can. Best known as the architect of much of the G1 Transformers mythos, Furman shaped characters and lore that still influence the franchise today. His work elevated what could have been simple toy tie-ins into emotionally charged war epics layered with philosophy and consequence. Now, Furman brings that expertise to Return to Skull Island Vol. 1, the official continuation of the hit Netflix Skull Island series set in the iconic Kong universe. Known for balancing spectacle with character depth, Furman expands the mythology of Skull Island while maintaining the primal intensity that defines Kong's world. Expect twists. Expect betrayal. Expect high-stakes narrative tension that feels earned. With decades of experience shaping legendary franchises, Furman once again proves why character-driven storytelling is the foundation of lasting myth. YT: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K6wwseu4hK8 Visit Titan Comics for more info: https://titan-comics.com/c/2291-return-to-skull-island/ Follow Simon Soial media via: X: SimonFurman3 Instagram: dryagin124 Thank You for Watching / Listening! We appreciate your support! Episode 658 in an unlimited series! Host: Al Mega, Follow on X | Instagram | Facebook: @TheRealAlMega / @ComicCrusaders Make sure to Like/Share/Subscribe if you haven't yet: / comiccrusadersworld Twitch: / comiccrusaders Visit the official Comic Crusaders Comic Book Shop: comiccrusaders.shop Visit the OFFICIAL Comic Crusaders Swag Shop at: comiccrusaders.us Main Site: https://www.comiccrusaders.com/ Want to create amazing live streams like ours? Then look no further than StreamYard! The BEST and EASIEST to use Streaming Solution on Earth! Check it out at: : https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6492786798886912
On this day, 16 May 1967, the All Circles Struggle Committee (ACSC) was established in Hong Kong in the wake of violent police repression of a strike of plastic flower factory workers. On May 6, British colonial police violently beat picketing workers and bystanders, causing mass outrage. Protests against and clashes with police began breaking out across the city. After the ACSC was set up to coordinate a movement against colonialism, 126 struggle committees had been formed within the next two days to share experiences and plan action. A week later, wildcat strikes began to break out, with widespread rioting. In June, a general strike was called, which eventually faltered although strikes in some industries continued until late July. As the strike collapsed, many protesters began resorting to bomb attacks – both real and fake – targeting British authorities to cause chaos and disrupt business as usual. The "Hong Kong riots," as they became known, lasted until December before they were called off after secret talks between British authorities and the Communist Party of China. The CPC were nominally opposed to British colonialism, but in reality the Chinese economy benefited from having access to international markets through British Hong Kong and so they eventually decided not to push for British withdrawal. While the protests ended, in their wake British authorities implemented numerous reforms which significantly improved the lives of working class Hong Kongers. These included UK-style social benefits for the unemployed, the disabled and the elderly, construction of new hospitals and homes, abolition of some sexist laws, and rampant police corruption was largely eradicated. Learn more in our podcast episodes 30-31 about the Hong Kong riots: https://workingclasshistory.com/2019/07/15/e26-27-the-hong-kong-riots-1967/Our work is only possible because of support from you, our listeners on patreon. If you appreciate our work, please join us and access exclusive content and benefits at patreon.com/workingclasshistory.See all of our anniversaries each day, alongside sources and maps on the On This Day section of our Stories app: stories.workingclasshistory.com/date/todayBrowse all Stories by Date here on the Date index: https://stories.workingclasshistory.com/dateCheck out our Map of historical Stories: https://map.workingclasshistory.comCheck out books, posters, clothing and more in our online store, here: https://shop.workingclasshistory.comIf you enjoy this podcast, make sure to check out our flagship longform podcast, Working Class History
Dr. Paola Tiedemann and Cameron Ford dive into the controversial Kong toy research that detection dog handlers have been asking about for years. This episode exclusively covers the chemical analysis of Kong rubber toys and what it means for teams using toys as training aids or rewards.What We Cover:The chemical signature found inside Kong rubber toysWhy this research was conducted and what question it answersU.S. vs. Europe: different legal frameworks for Kong trainingThe Fourth Amendment problem: probable cause and court challengesHow defense attorneys could use Kong training against handlersRisk assessment: "My client is a dog lover, there was a Kong in the car"Making informed decisions about toy-based training methodsDr. Tiedemann breaks down the science behind what dogs actually smell when detecting Kong toys, while Cameron addresses the operational and legal implications for law enforcement handlers. The conversation emphasizes informed decision-making rather than blanket recommendations—understanding both the benefits (used successfully in Europe) and risks (U.S. legal system challenges) of toy-based training.This isn't saying "don't do it"—this is saying "know what you're doing and the potential consequences."Upcoming Training Opportunities:
Dr. Joy Kong is a stem cell therapy specialist and anti-aging expert who founded Chara Health, a regenerative medicine and advanced aesthetics clinic helping people extend their health-span and lifespan. Learn more at https://chara-health.com Check out Joy's YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@joykongmd EPISODE SUMMARY BELOW: I. Joy's Background and Peptide Discussion Nate and Joy discussed Joy's background, including her 27 years in Los Angeles since attending UCLA in 1999, and her earlier time in China, San Francisco, and Minnesota. They briefly touched on President Trump's visit to China and discussed local issues in Los Angeles, including homelessness. The conversation then shifted to peptides and stem cell therapy. II. Peptide Therapy and Longevity Discussion Nate and Joy discussed various peptides, focusing on Epitalon and its benefits for telomere protection and longevity. Joy explained that Epitalon can help extend telomeres, protecting DNA and potentially reducing age-related diseases. They also touched on MOTS-C's potential role in cancer prevention and its use in conjunction with stem cell therapy. Joy emphasized the importance of combining peptides with stem cell therapy for optimal results, highlighting the effectiveness of this approach in her clinic. III. Umbilical Cord Stem Cell Therapy Joy explained Chara Health's focus on regenerative therapy using stem cells, particularly emphasizing the benefits of using younger umbilical cord-derived stem cells over older fat or bone marrow derived stem cells. Joy cited research showing that umbilical cord stem cells are more effective and have lower cancer risk compared to fat-derived stem cells, as demonstrated in studies involving glioblastoma tumors. IV. Stem Cell Treatment Overview Joy explained how stem cells are sourced from umbilical cords and placentas, which are typically discarded but can now be harvested through procurement companies. She described treating patients with various conditions including musculoskeletal issues, chronic diseases, and neurological disorders through different delivery methods such as IV, direct injection, and intranasal routes. Joy shared a remarkable case of a patient with liver cirrhosis who was near death but experienced significant improvement after receiving stem cell treatment, with his liver function returning to normal. V. Stem Cell Treatment Protocols Joy explained that stem cells used in treatments are the same type regardless of the condition being treated, though different cell combinations are used depending on the clinic and specific product. She described her unique combination of cells from umbilical cord blood, cord tissue, and amniotic membrane, which includes mesenchymal stem cells, immune cells, and endothelial progenitor cells. Joy also discussed her use of peptides like BPC-157 and TB-500 in her treatment protocol, with additional peptides prescribed based on specific patient needs such as autoimmune issues or infections. VI. Stem Cell Therapy Discussion Nate and Joy discussed stem cell therapy, including its legal status in the United States and its effectiveness in treating conditions like dementia and Parkinson's disease. Joy explained that stem cell therapy is legal if cells are not grown or altered outside the body, and she shared specific cases where patients showed improvements in memory and personality after treatment. They also talked about Joy's memoir, social media presence, and her experience as an egg donor. The conversation concluded with a brief discussion about business and international relations. VII. Quick Recap Nate interviewed Dr. Joy Kong, a stem cell therapist and peptide specialist based in Los Angeles, about her work at Chara Health and her approach to regenerative medicine. Dr. Kong discussed her use of umbilical cord-derived stem cells, explaining that they are superior to fat-derived stem cells due to their younger age and better healing potential. She shared remarkable patient success stories, including a case of a liver cirrhosis patient who was near death and showed significant improvement after stem cell treatment. The conversation covered Dr. Kong's peptide therapy protocols, including her use of Epitalon for telomere protection, BPC-157 and TB-500 for musculoskeletal issues, and various other peptides for specific conditions. They also discussed Dr. Kong's social media presence and her memoir about overcoming challenges in her early life. The interview concluded with Dr. Kong recommending Tesamorelin and GLP-1 peptides as underrated options in her practice.
Welcome to the Heroes Three podcast! This week we are joined by Joey Weiser to discuss the heartful samurai film Tasogare Seibei from 2002 starring Hiroyuki Sanada and Rie Miyazawa, directed by Yoji Yamada!Check out some H3 art and merch! - https://www.teepublic.com/user/kf_carlito Full cast and credits - IMDBFind us online - https://linktr.ee/Heroes3PodcastEmail us! - heroes3podcast@gmail.comFind Joey online here!Timestamps(00:00) Intro(0:46) Why The Twilight Samurai(1:45) Carlos and Joey chance encounter(6:30) Unknown appreciation(9:04) Twilight Samurai background(18:37) Talkin' Tora-san(28:55) Back of the DVD(29:28) Short recap(31:36) Movie talk(1:24:22) The Trilogy(1:29:20) Joey plugs(1:30:22) Plugs and training for next week
Hello, Kaiju Lovers! We meet now...at the end of all things. Or at least the end of Monarch: Legacy of Monsters season 2. Nate gushes over what might be the best episode of the series, discussing the Kong vs. Titan X fight, the show's trademark "drama logic," and the unfortunately spoiled surprise at the end. (Hint: It ties to one of MIFV's most popular episodes). Then Nate concludes with his theories about where season 3 could potentially go, if the series is renewed and gives his final thoughts on the season as a whole. What'd you think of this episode and the season? Check out Nathan's spinoff podcasts, The Henshin Men and The Power Trip, and Henshin Power V3! We'd like to give a shout-out to our free MIFV MAX patrons on Patreon: Cordell Stevens, John Pannozzi, Jacob Heron, Cool Cat Videos, Bransbow, Sean Sullivan, Frankie Wolf, Russel Hale, FRIEN Jadge, Bob Hard, ArtsieSteph, Robert O'Brien, DD Chief, Kaye, Nobody, The Indiscrite One, Clayton Warden, Enigma, Dave Blanken, Patrick Greenlaw, Mikki, Josh Baughan, Shane Cochran, and Francis Chopin. You, too, can join MIFV MAX on Patreon to get this and other perks starting at only $3 a month! (https://www.patreon.com/monsterislandfilmvault) Buy official MIFV merch on TeePublic! (https://www.teepublic.com/user/the-monster-island-gift-shop). NEW MERCH NOW AVAILABLE! This episode is approved by the Monster Island Board of Directors. Podcast Social Media: MIFV Linktree: https://linktr.ee/monsterislandfilmvault Nate's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/nathan_marchand MIFV is a member of PodNation (https://podnation.tv/) MIFV is one of Feedspot's top 10 tokusatsu podcasts! (https://blog.feedspot.com/tokusatsu_podcasts/) MIFV is one of Feedspot's top 20 monster podcasts! (https://podcasts.feedspot.com/monster_podcasts/) www.MonsterIslandFilmVault.com #JimmyFromNASALives, #MonsterIslandFilmVault, #Podcast, #kaiju, #MIFV, #Monarch, #MonarchLegacyofMonsters, #AppleTV, #MonsterVerse, #Godzilla © 2026 Moonlighting Ninjas Media
A Fidesz 3850 milliárd forintos deficittel adja át a költségvetést a Tisza-kormánynak, ami azt jelenti, hogy az egész évre eredetileg tervezett hiány 93 százaléka már teljesült. A témát Csiki Gergely, a Portfolio lapigazgatója és makroelemzője elemezte. A második blokkban a friss inflációs adat került fókuszba: a számok hátteréről, valamint a gazdasági kilátásokról Becsey Zsolt, az Unicredit Bank elemzője beszélt. Főbb részek: Intro – (00:00) Költségvetés – (01:34) Infláció – (10:59) Tőkepiaci kitekintő – (20:56) Kép forrása: Getty ImagesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Professor Kelvin Kong advocates strongly for improving the health, hearing, education and life opportunities of young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, especially through early detection and treatment of ear disease. As an Indigenous surgeon and a proud Worimi man, he has focused much of his work on chronic ear infections (otitis media or "glue ear"), which affect Indigenous children at some of the highest rates in the world. He argues that untreated hearing loss can seriously affect speech, language development, school participation and future employment opportunities.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dr. Paola Tiedemann returns to break down the groundbreaking firearm detection research she conducted with Cameron over the past four years. As the newly promoted Director of the Institute for Forensic Sciences at Texas Tech University, Dr. Tiedemann reveals why training on gun oils, solvents, and bulk smokeless powder creates operational blind spots.What We Cover:Why training on diphenylamine (the "gun chemical") causes false negativesThe magazine problem: loaded vs. unloaded smell completely differentOld firearms in storage (5+ years unfired): can your dog find them?Why teaspoons of powder don't represent real ammunition odor amountsThe untargeted approach: what dogs actually detect vs. what we think they detectTraining variety is key: mixing full weapons, magazines, ammunition typesThis research challenges the widespread practice of training solely on firing residue, propellants, or cleaning solvents. Dr. Tiedemann explains why firearms that haven't been recently fired present a completely different odor picture—and why most firearm dogs aren't trained to find them.PART 2 drops next Friday covering the controversial Kong training study and what it means for detection dog handlers.Upcoming Training Opportunities:
Monarch: Legacy of Monsters enters Season 2 and gives Godzilla and Kong a brand new adversary, further proof that I am still asleep as a 10-year old in 1981 and dreaming. #monarch #godzilla #kong #kingkong #kurtrussell #wyattrussell
法國賭神皮爾.卡松:窩腰驗牌!-小人物聽眾們還記得這個梗嗎?總之經過27周纏鬥,TPBL例行賽在上周末結束,本周節目開錄前,Roy挖出季初三人跟小鐵一起預測的排名,一隊一隊的驗(檢)牌(視)我們原本對該隊的期待、以及打完36場例行賽後的實際排名。包括許多頻道都已經一段時間跳過的戰神與海神,我們也老老實實的聊了兩隊面對的課題、季後需要的調整。當然,眼前的TPBL季後賽才是本周主菜!節目上架時不知道結束沒的第四種子挑戰賽,雖然三人一致看好某一隊晉級,但對於戰況的預期卻很不相同,歡迎小人物們搭配現實世界的挑戰賽,聽聽看哪位主持人的發言會被打臉。針對周末登場的Group A雲豹vs第四種子、Group B夢想家vs攻城獅,三人對於晉級Finals的球隊預測就不太一樣了!整季都是領先姿態的雲豹,能在季後賽繼續發揮特色球風嗎?越打越有風采的夢想家,能夠專注的打出水準嗎?攻城獅的驚奇之旅,走到終點了嗎?且聽Kong精簡的賽前分析。最後,本週當然也討論了「新竹領航猿」的戰況,同時2026台籃非官方年度獎項票選也持續進行中,歡迎投下你心目中兩聯盟合併票選的最佳得獎者!
This week on MacStories Unwind, Federico and John get ready for the summer with a conversation about vacation bridging, bringing your dog to the beach, and cooling off in the mountains. Then John shares a blockbuster movie recommendation and a movie bundle deal. Also available on YouTube here. Links and Show Notes Unplugged Segment Holiday bridging Liberation Day — Festa della Liberazione (Italy) International Workers' Day — May 1 Dog Friendly Beaches in Italy Wilmington and Beaches One Tree Hill John's Pick: Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning Unwind Deal Godzilla x Kong: 5 Film Bundle for $19.99 in the TV app Leave Feedback for John and Federico MacStories Unwind Feedback Form Follow us on Mastodon MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Bluesky MacStories Unwind MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Affiliate Linking Policy
Welcome to the Heroes Three podcast! This week we are joined by Leon and Shaz from Hong Kong and Beyond to discuss Sammo Hung's loving send up of Bruceploitation, Enter the Fat Dragon from 1978!Check out some H3 art and merch! - https://www.teepublic.com/user/kf_carlito Full cast and credits - HKMDBFind us online - https://linktr.ee/Heroes3PodcastEmail us! - heroes3podcast@gmail.com Find Leon and Shaz at Hong Kong and Beyond on YouTube!Join the Asian Cinema CircleCheck out our panel from VGM Con! Composer Crossover! Asian Cinema in Video Game Music!Timestamps(00:00) Intro(1:27) Why this movie(11:21) Enter or Way of the Dragon?(14:17) A bit on the physical release(20:18) Back of the VHS(20:46) Movie recap(1:19:32) Final Thoughts(1:25:51) Plugs and Training for next week
Jace and Rocky discuss a smaller fifth-week DC lineup for April 29, 2026, opening with a remembrance of Gerry Conway before diving into Swamp Thing 1989 #1 and the long-delayed Rick Veitch controversy surrounding Swamp Thing's encounter with the life of Jesus, Justice League Intergalactic Special #1 and its focus on Galaxy, Dreamer, Naltor, and the setup for more Pride-related storytelling, Batman/Wonder Woman: Truth #1 with Jeff Loeb and Jim Cheung delivering a visually strong but continuity-light Batman/Wonder Woman one-shot involving Catwoman, Harley Quinn, Joker, and the Lasso of Truth, and Zatanna #1 as Jamal Campbell positions Zatanna as the Prime Magus of the DC Universe while introducing new occult agency elements. They also cover the week's reprints, facsimiles, and collected editions, including Absolute Batman, Absolute Wonder Woman, Absolute Superman, Teen Titans by Geoff Johns, Justice League vs. Godzilla vs. Kong, DC Finest: Joker, and The Omega Men deluxe edition. As always, Jace and Rocky rank every book and each host gives their top pick of the week.
Join The Amys and two powerhouse team members from KONG® — a veterinarian specializing in feline medicine and a long-time professional trainer — for a deep dive into enrichment, play, and solving real-world behavior challenges. They explore how thoughtful play supports physical health, emotional wellbeing, and stronger human–animal bonds in both cats and dogs. From food puzzles and prey-sequence play to managing boredom, anxiety, and destructive behaviors, their guests share practical strategies that pet professionals and owners alike can implement immediately.Whether you're a veterinarian, trainer, or devoted pet parent, this conversation will reframe how you think about play — not as a luxury, but as a behavioral and emotional necessity. Because when we enrich their lives, we transform their behavior.Grab some liquid enrichment and get up to speed on the latest buzzzzzz, courtesy of your favorite VBees
【攻城獅 ╳ 宅男打籃球 聯動開跑!】只要在本篇貼文留言:「宅男打籃球精彩大結局,新竹攻城獅勇奪總冠軍!」就有機會獲得 PNY ╳ 攻城獅聯名隨身硬碟! 限額 3 名,快來踴躍參加!本週我們邀請到《宅男打籃球》作者 洪元建老師!這部從 2015 年開始連載的作品,近日終於畫下句點-主角周大華從社會的各種不順遂,靠著籃球一步步找回自我,這是不是也是無數讀者的人生縮影?在連載的這些年,台灣籃球經歷了風風雨雨,洪老師的創作,是否也被現實的起伏所影響?一起來聽聽他的心裡話!除了精彩專訪,Kong 也帶來了「沖繩旅遊報」,分享他在琉球黃金帝王主場看球的第一手體驗,帶大家感受日本 B.League 的場館氣氛營造!本週焦點戰役,雲豹主場迎戰夢想家,登頂龍頭之戰!雲豹以 4 分之差驚險拿下勝利,前兩場打得有氣無力的雲豹,這場到底做對了什麼?而原本氣勢如虹的夢想家,本週苦吞二連敗⋯⋯難道他們的季後賽魔咒,又要悄悄降臨了嗎?最後最後,提醒大家! 25-26 第四屆台籃非官方年度票選開始!今年除了傳統獎項,還有主持人們與「亞洲籃球觀察室」Grant 的自創獎項等你來投票!與其在那邊 T 寶 P 寶吵個沒完,不如動動你的佛心手指,支持你心目中的候選人吧
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This week on Sinica: Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez wrapped up his fourth visit to China in as many years last week, and this one may be the most consequential yet. It comes at a moment when Spain has emerged, almost improbably, as the most outspoken voice in Europe challenging the direction of American foreign policy — closing its airspace to U.S. military aircraft involved in the war in Iran, denying Washington the use of the Rota and Morón bases, recognizing Palestine, and getting expelled from the U.S.-led Gaza Coordination Center for its "anti-Israel obsession." Against that backdrop, Sánchez delivered a remarkable speech at Tsinghua University — a speech I wrote about in detail on the Sinica Substack (PM Pedro Sánchez's Tsinghua Speech: A Masterclass in Diplomatic Rhetoric) — defending multilateralism, calling the EU-China trade deficit unsustainable, and naming China "a country rebuilding its greatness."To help make sense of it, I'm joined by Mario Esteban Rodríguez, full professor at the Autonomous University of Madrid, director of its Center for East Asian Studies, and senior fellow at the Elcano Royal Institute. Mario is the scholar most frequently quoted in Spanish and European media coverage of Spain-China relations, and the author most recently of China's Vertical Multilateralism and the Global South (Routledge, 2026). We discuss whether Sánchez is running an updated Merkel playbook or something qualitatively new, how much of the pivot is really about Trump, the sectoral politics of EVs and Iberian pork, the Chery plant in Barcelona, Spain's role as a gateway to Latin America, and whether Madrid is now a trailblazer for a broader European — and transatlantic — reorientation toward Beijing.06:33 — Sánchez's China strategy: pragmatism, consistency, and political capital08:35 — Domestic politics: the PSOE–PP consensus, Vox, and the regional contradiction12:40 — Merkel's playbook vs. Sánchez's: COVID, Ukraine, and the macroeconomic imbalance15:55 — The Tsinghua speech: Matteo Ricci, multipolarity, and the human rights omission28:17 — The Trump factor: Iran, Gaza, and the limits of overestimating the American effect35:48 — Trade, EV tariffs, pork, and Chinese investment in Spain (the Chery plant in Barcelona)47:04 — Agricultural constituencies and the paradox of Vox voters who benefit from China trade49:01 — Spain's influence in Brussels and the conditions for other member states to follow53:09 — Spain as gateway to Latin America, and the wider European (and Canadian) turn to BeijingPaying it Forward: The European Think-Tank Network on China (ETNC) — a network providing country-specific insights on EU member states' approaches to China, including the granular differences and nuances that non-European analysts often miss.RecommendationsMario Esteban: A trip, rather than a book — New Zealand, which he's visiting this summer with his family to mark the 25th anniversary of the release of The Fellowship of the Ring. A nod to his love of Tolkien and tabletop role-playing games (conducted, he is careful to note, in his own basement — not his parents').Kaiser Kuo: CONG — a new large-format magazine published out of Hong Kong (the title is pronounced Kong, though its ambiguous Pinyin-like spelling invites a second reading), now preparing its third issue. Beautifully produced on glossy and textured paper, with broad coverage of the art, culture, and design scene across East and Southeast Asia. Check it out online here: https://www.serakai.studio/congSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
This week, we celebrate TC's victory on this years Oscars competition with a pick direct from the man himself. This film received no Oscar nominations, but did rake in nearly $500 million dollars at the box office. And while John and Denny may have very much disliked it, at least TC did too. Godzilla Vs. Kong (2021), directed by Adam Wingard.
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Ep. 318: Something in Bass Fishing STINKS! Scent additives masterclass, and Kong Xiong from Tornado Innovation is in the BEEF SEAT!Unbelievable show this week. Team Tournament results for the first complete week of the new Monthly Series, who is leading and has BIG JIG ENERGY made any moves - aside from the flex of having merch and a hype song music video? Kong from over at Tornado Innovation is with us and he's CLEARING UP some of the buzz about their unique offereings on the tackle market. Also, there's a lot of buzz out there about scent additives, and how to best utilize them. This week we take a bit of a deep dive into the stinky world of scent products and try to determine if putting a lil' stank on it; is a good thing or not!Online
SUPERBASE 2026: https://shirtshowofficial.com/pages/superbase-2026After chatting here and there over the years, it was awesome to finally sit down and get to know Bruce from Kong Screen Printing. He's got things seriously dialed right now with a great team (that he's clearly proud of), strong sales systems, and expanded offerings that have leveled up production without breaking it. He and his business partner Ryan have come a long way from the co-op they cut their teeth in. Prepare to mentally touch grass with this feel-good story.Topics of discussion include: a strong first quarter, outbound sales, rethinking SEO and Google Ads, successfully implementing promo products, Craigslist presses, the Austin Screen Printers Co-op, partnerships, moving to China to teach English, misprint policy, using Seddi for visual mockups, adding embroidery, knowing where you want your business to grow, Shark Tank, customer experience, and neck meat.