Podcasts about Laird

We sat down with Laird Scranton and John Anthony West at John's home to talk about a whole array of things, starting with what started them on their paths of research, moving into some concepts of reality, Egypt (of course), lost civilizations, and much more. We also discuss the latest incident with Graham Hancock and Zahi Hawass, which if you missed it, Graham recaps here. Laird also drops some bombshells about his upcoming work near the end. We are very grateful to have been able to sit down with both of them, and for John's extensive hospitality. It really was an honor to be able to sit and pick their brains for a few hours. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Greg and Sother are back in the pool at Tales of the Cocktail 2026! On Day Three they tough out tropical storm Bertha with Kate Gerwin, the owner of Albuqurque's Happy Accidents and a Top Four Finalist for Best US Bar Mentor. Kate walks through her philosophy of bar mentorship, how her feelings on being a mentor have evolved over the years, and what it's like to go from bartender to bar owner. Plus, she teases her new concept Bad Apple over some delicious apple brandy from Laird'sPLUS, Charlotte Voisey joins Greg and Sother to talk about the good work Tales of the Cocktail Foundation does behind the scenes.Follow Kate at @alchemistkateFollow Happy Accidents at @happyaccidentsbarFollow Laird's at @lairdsapplejackLINKSBecome a Regular: patreon.com/SpeakeasyRegularsFor resources on dealing with cold hard water agents in your community visit nouswithoutyou.la/ and @thenycallianceThe Speakeasy is now on YouTube! Tune in to “see” what we're talking about at youtube.com/@Speakeasy.PodcastLearn more about Laird's at lairdandcompany.comCheck out Quiote Imports at quioteimports.com and use promo code “Speakeasy” to get free shipping at checkout.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode originally broadcast on July 16, 2026. The original podcast post is here: https://pixelatedgeek.com/2026/07/binary-system-podcast-514-beastars-and-r-i-p-sam-neill/Our plan tonight was to recap episode 17 of the final season of Beastars (you call THAT a "disguise", Louis? Really?? Also, we're really hoping Juno gets a happily ever after, but man alive it doesn't look good), and we do, but first we had to talk about the passing of Sam Neill. He was one of our favorite actors in some of our favorite films, but he was also by all accounts a genuinely nice guy. Thank you for all the amazing characters, Sam, you were the best, and we'll really miss the posts from your farm.And of course, we've got the usual random tangents, like stupidly long seasons of TV, Netflix Bloat, Florida Supercon, and how you really should be nice to the Comic-Con volunteers.This episode's outro is a clip from Juno by Chronox.Sam Neill was a favorite in our Watch Party conversations, here's a few:Hunt for the WilderpeopleThe Hunt for Red OctoberIn the Mouth of MadnessJurassic ParkIt can be really easy to slip into doom and despair at the state of the world right now, but there are things you can do to help. Check out Stand With Minnesota for links to fundraisers and other ways you can show your support. If we haven't made it abundantly clear where we stand on this, FUCK ICE.Looking for a present for that hard-to-shop-for person? Want to buy them (or yourself) a square foot of a castle in Scotland? Look no further! You can support the restoration of Dunan's castle, legally call yourself Lady or Laird, AND if you use this link to get there, you can support this podcast too! ScottishLaird.co.uk.For updates, fan art, and other randomness, come follow us on Facebook, Tumblr, and Instagram!

The big news out of the round is Zak Butters' ankle injury that has made him the latest forced trade for our Fantasy Classic teams. Add that to Rory Laird's ankle, Jason Horne-Francis' suspension, possible injuries to John Noble and Bailey Dale, the week ahead is going to be a challenge. The Traders help you make the right moves for round 19. Head to fantasy.afl.com.au or fire up the app to make your moves. Episode guide 0:30 - The Traders’ round 18 scores. 6:00 - Crypto.com Trades of the Week 7:55 - Votes for the Cash Cow of the Year. 9:20 - News of the week. 14:20 - Scale of Hardness. 18:10 - Rollin’ 22 midfielders. 23:00 - Zak Butters trade targets. 30:00 - Other Round 19 trade targets. 36:40 - Most popular trades and The Traders’ early moves. 38:55 - Questions from social media - follow @AFLFantasy on X, @aflfantasy on Instagram and like the Official AFL Fantasy facebook page. - - - - Find more from Roy, Calvin and Warnie. Head to afl.com.au/fantasy for more content from The Traders. Like AFL Fantasy on Facebook. Follow @AFLFantasy on Instagram. Follow @AFLFantasy on X.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We all look for edges in Web3 gaming, but what happens when our theories completely crash into reality? Today on Sorare with Laird, we're diving into the absolute necessity of recognizing when your thesis is wrong and how to pivot without destroying your bankroll. Whether you're scouting data on Sorare, building a squad in MFL, or trading player shares on Sport.Fun, your ability to adapt is your greatest asset. Let's talk about how to spot the red flags in your own strategy and make the necessary adjustments.Support the content by joining the Laird Social Club on Patreon: https://patreon.com/andrewmlaird⚽️ Become a Sorare manager today: https://sorare.pxf.io/WyLBnZ

This episode originally broadcast on July 9, 2026. The original podcast post is here: https://pixelatedgeek.com/2026/07/binary-system-podcast-513-beastars-godzilla-minus-one-and-the-amazing-digital-circus/Yes, we know we said on the previous episode that we would have a Welcome to Night Vale recap this week. But there wasn't a new episode posted, because Welcome to Night Vale is on hiatus in July. Welcome to Night Vale is always on hiatus in July. Twelve years on and you'd think we'd remember that...So instead we've got a recap of season 3 episode 16 of Beastars (oh the angst, oh the unconvincing bait-and-switch from the end of episode 15...), and Elizabeth finally watched Godzilla Minus One so we need to talk about that. Elizabeth also has a lot of fun tidbits of information about The Amazing Digital Circus to discuss, because even the end of the series hasn't changed the fact that every bit of it has just eaten our brains.This episode's outro is a clip from Final Flight by Chronox.It can be really easy to slip into doom and despair at the state of the world right now, but there are things you can do to help. Check out Stand With Minnesota for links to fundraisers and other ways you can show your support. If we haven't made it abundantly clear where we stand on this, FUCK ICE.Looking for a present for that hard-to-shop-for person? Want to buy them (or yourself) a square foot of a castle in Scotland? Look no further! You can support the restoration of Dunan's castle, legally call yourself Lady or Laird, AND if you use this link to get there, you can support this podcast too! ScottishLaird.co.uk.For updates, fan art, and other randomness, come follow us on Facebook, Tumblr, and Instagram!

6 Hours and 16 MinutesPG-13This is the complete audio of Pete reading 'Crying Wolf: Hate Crime Hoaxes in America' by Laird Wilcox.Antelope Hill - Promo code "peteq" for 5% off - https://antelopehillpublishing.com/FoxnSons Coffee - Promo code "peter" for 18% off - https://www.foxnsons.com/Pete and Thomas777 'At the Movies'Support Pete on His WebsitePete's PatreonPete's SubstackPete's SubscribestarPete's GUMROADPete's VenmoPete's Buy Me a CoffeePete on FacebookPete on TwitterBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-quinones-show--6071361/support.

Sorare might have finally cracked the code on how to build a perfect progression path for players. In today's episode, Laird breaks down the new ecosystem journey.We're mapping out exactly how the game flows now:• Sorare Set: The F2P onboarding (with a P2W twist).• Pro (Hot Streaks): The PvE gateway using Limiteds, where adding Rares can supercharge your rewards.• The PvP Jump: Taking those Rares into the ultimate leaderboard grind for massive prizes.• The Apex: Scaling up to Super Rare and Unique for the biggest rewards in the game.

Welcome back to another episode of Sorare with Laird! In today's live stream, Laird and  @HarryTrades  are diving deep into everything surrounding the new Sorare 27 updates. We'll be breaking down the official announcements, looking at how the community is reacting, and trying to make sense of the questions that are still left up in the air.This is a fully interactive, chat-driven stream. You are driving the conversation today, so drop your thoughts, hot takes, and questions in the live chat and let's hash it out!What we're covering today:

This episode originally broadcast on June 25, 2026. The original podcast post is here: https://pixelatedgeek.com/2026/06/binary-system-podcast-512-the-amazing-digital-circus-the-last-act-with-all-the-spoilers/It's been a wild ride for the Binary System Podcast team as we binged The Amazing Digital Circus over the last two and a half months. Kudos to everyone who's been following this absolutely stunning animated series for, what, two and a half years? I think everyone can agree that the final episode was worth the wait, even if it broke our hearts at least once.Spoliers ahoy as we recap the series finale and occasionally get sidetracked by Swamp Thing, the correct use of pronouns, and Indie animators helping other indie animators. This episode's outro is a clip from Circus by Six Umbrellas.Correction: Elizabeth says the live action actors we see in the post-credit scene are the voice actors. That's incorrect, there were different actors for the vocal parts and the visual parts.Correction the second: Elizabeth should also know better than to contradict Kathryn because Kathryn was right: when Gangle walks past Zooble she grabs Zooble's hand, not the other way around.Check out the very sweet thank-you video by TADC voice actors here.It can be really easy to slip into doom and despair at the state of the world right now, but there are things you can do to help. Check out Stand With Minnesota for links to fundraisers and other ways you can show your support. If we haven't made it abundantly clear where we stand on this, FUCK ICE.Looking for a present for that hard-to-shop-for person? Want to buy them (or yourself) a square foot of a castle in Scotland? Look no further! You can support the restoration of Dunan's castle, legally call yourself Lady or Laird, AND if you use this link to get there, you can support this podcast too! ScottishLaird.co.uk.For updates, fan art, and other randomness, come follow us on Facebook, Tumblr, and Instagram!

This episode originally broadcast on June 18, 2026. The original podcast post is here: https://pixelatedgeek.com/2026/06/binary-system-podcast-511-backrooms-and-wtnv-290-a-solution/We're so glad we actually went to see Backrooms while it was still in the theater, partly because it's exactly the kind of horror movie we like: scary, light on the gore, smart, just enough jump scares, and most of all intensely WEIRD. It's deliciously unsettling and we could just marinate in that uncanny anti-nostalgia for ages.But we also love that we get to see the collaborative speculation happening on the internet in real time; not just the discussions on memory and trauma, but also the questions the movie leaves unanswered: what does the ending mean? Where exactly is the entrance to the Backrooms? Was it copying Clark before he started exploring...or is it also messing around with time...?But before we jump into the Backrooms (...not literally, yikes..) we have a quick recap of the latest Night Vale, which gives us a solution to the locked room mystery, but leaves us with a few questions there as well. (First and foremost, is the solution really that hand-wavey, or is that another red herring?)This episode's outro is a clip from just laying there. by Mark Lingard.We mentioned Vaporama Vision a few times this episode, they're our current favorite Liminal Spaces artist.Some of our favorite Backrooms fanart so far is:Bojack Horseman / Backrooms mashupAmazing Digital Circus / Backrooms mashupA portrait of the directorAs for Portal quotes, if you look up Cave Johnson you can find tons of J.K. Simmons' audio, this is a pretty comprehensive one.Looking for a present for that hard-to-shop-for person? Want to buy them (or yourself) a square foot of a castle in Scotland? Look no further! You can support the restoration of Dunan's castle, legally call yourself Lady or Laird, AND if you use this link to get there, you can support this podcast too! ScottishLaird.co.uk.For updates, fan art, and other randomness, come follow us on Facebook, Tumblr, and Instagram!

Layne, Clinton, Jon start turning Japanese as they discuss Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Adventures 31 from Archie Comics! Then it’s the final chapter of Return to New York, the final chapter of Eastman’s and Laird’s joint work on the Turtles, and the final chapter for the Shredder in Mirage’s Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 21!

On this special Celebrating Stranger Cole episode, host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler are joined by: singer, songwriter Persephone "Queen P" Laird; DJ, promoter, record collector Darren Reggae; Australian DJ, promoter, musician, documentarian Mohair Slim; and record label operator, DJ, promoter Chuck Wren. Stranger Cole passed away on June 11, 2026 at the age of 86. His musical contributions spanned the birth of ska, rise of rocksteady, global expansion of reggae, and current resurgence of ska. His timeless songs, joyful spirit, infectious energy, and enormous influence will continue to resonate for generations to come.

Set in Trinidad in 1956, Driftwood is the debut play of actress Martina Laird. She chats to Hannah about why Trinidad's history is England's history too, The Little Mermaid, and the night they sat really near each other in a theatre. * Driftwood is on at the Kiln Theatre in London. More here: https://kilntheatre.com/whats-on/driftwood/ * Details on how to become a member of the supporters' club here:  Standard Issue Podcast | creating a magazine for ears, by women for women | Patreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode originally broadcast on June 11, 2026. The original podcast post is here: https://pixelatedgeek.com/2026/06/binary-system-podcast-510-pluribus-episode-9-season-finale/What do you know, we actually managed to finish watching a season of TV less than six months late!And wow, what a season. Pluribus has had some amazing episodes, with a story that's been both delightful and heartbreaking and which never went where we were expecting. So it really means something to say that the season finale managed to be the most surprising episode of the show so far. In amongst Carol having a tropical vacation with her chaperone and butting heads with her would-be fellow freedom fighter (Manusos, snapping your fingers at someone is rude, use your words), there were no fewer than three moments that knocked us back a step, even though the seeds for them had already been planted without us even realizing that's what they were.This episode's outro is a clip from Mechanical Static by TeknoAXEIt can be really easy to slip into doom and despair at the state of the world right now, but there are things you can do to help. Check out Stand With Minnesota for links to fundraisers and other ways you can show your support. If we haven't made it abundantly clear where we stand on this, FUCK ICE.Looking for a present for that hard-to-shop-for person? Want to buy them (or yourself) a square foot of a castle in Scotland? Look no further! You can support the restoration of Dunan's castle, legally call yourself Lady or Laird, AND if you use this link to get there, you can support this podcast too! ScottishLaird.co.uk.For updates, fan art, and other randomness, come follow us on Facebook, Tumblr, Twitter, and Instagram!

"Self-Made" success is now an American badge of honor that rewards individualist ambitions while it hammers against community obligations. Yet, four centuries ago, our foundational stories actually disparaged ambitious upstarts as dangerous and selfish threats to a healthy society. In Pamela Walker Laird's fascinating history of why and how storytellers forged this American myth, she reveals how the goals for self-improvement evolved from serving the community to supporting individualist dreams of wealth and esteem. Simplistic stories of self-made success and failure emerged that disregarded people's advantages and disadvantages and fostered inequality. Fortunately, Self-Made also recovers long-standing, alternative traditions of self-improvement to serve the common good. These challenges to the myth have offered inspiration, often coming, surprisingly, from Americans associated with self-made success, such as Benjamin Franklin, Frederick Douglass, and Horatio Alger. Here are real stories that show that no one lives – no one succeeds or fails – in a vacuum. Pamela Walker Laird is Professor Emerita of History at the University of Colorado Denver. Laird's publications include her newest book, Self-Made: The Stories that Forged an American Myth (Cambridge University Press, 2025); Pull: Networking and Success Since Benjamin Franklin (Harvard University Press, 2006), which won the 2006 Hagley Prize for the best book in business history and is available in Chinese; and Advertising Progress: American Business and the Rise of Consumer Marketing (Johns Hopkins University Press, 1998), a Choice Outstanding Academic Book. Morteza Hajizadeh is a Ph.D. graduate in English from the University of Auckland in New Zealand. His research interests are Cultural Studies; Critical Theory; Environmental History; Medieval (Intellectual) History; Gothic Studies; 18th and 19th Century British Literature. YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/a48266/videos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

"Self-Made" success is now an American badge of honor that rewards individualist ambitions while it hammers against community obligations. Yet, four centuries ago, our foundational stories actually disparaged ambitious upstarts as dangerous and selfish threats to a healthy society. In Pamela Walker Laird's fascinating history of why and how storytellers forged this American myth, she reveals how the goals for self-improvement evolved from serving the community to supporting individualist dreams of wealth and esteem. Simplistic stories of self-made success and failure emerged that disregarded people's advantages and disadvantages and fostered inequality. Fortunately, Self-Made also recovers long-standing, alternative traditions of self-improvement to serve the common good. These challenges to the myth have offered inspiration, often coming, surprisingly, from Americans associated with self-made success, such as Benjamin Franklin, Frederick Douglass, and Horatio Alger. Here are real stories that show that no one lives – no one succeeds or fails – in a vacuum. Pamela Walker Laird is Professor Emerita of History at the University of Colorado Denver. Laird's publications include her newest book, Self-Made: The Stories that Forged an American Myth (Cambridge University Press, 2025); Pull: Networking and Success Since Benjamin Franklin (Harvard University Press, 2006), which won the 2006 Hagley Prize for the best book in business history and is available in Chinese; and Advertising Progress: American Business and the Rise of Consumer Marketing (Johns Hopkins University Press, 1998), a Choice Outstanding Academic Book. Morteza Hajizadeh is a Ph.D. graduate in English from the University of Auckland in New Zealand. His research interests are Cultural Studies; Critical Theory; Environmental History; Medieval (Intellectual) History; Gothic Studies; 18th and 19th Century British Literature. YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/a48266/videos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/history

"Self-Made" success is now an American badge of honor that rewards individualist ambitions while it hammers against community obligations. Yet, four centuries ago, our foundational stories actually disparaged ambitious upstarts as dangerous and selfish threats to a healthy society. In Pamela Walker Laird's fascinating history of why and how storytellers forged this American myth, she reveals how the goals for self-improvement evolved from serving the community to supporting individualist dreams of wealth and esteem. Simplistic stories of self-made success and failure emerged that disregarded people's advantages and disadvantages and fostered inequality. Fortunately, Self-Made also recovers long-standing, alternative traditions of self-improvement to serve the common good. These challenges to the myth have offered inspiration, often coming, surprisingly, from Americans associated with self-made success, such as Benjamin Franklin, Frederick Douglass, and Horatio Alger. Here are real stories that show that no one lives – no one succeeds or fails – in a vacuum. Pamela Walker Laird is Professor Emerita of History at the University of Colorado Denver. Laird's publications include her newest book, Self-Made: The Stories that Forged an American Myth (Cambridge University Press, 2025); Pull: Networking and Success Since Benjamin Franklin (Harvard University Press, 2006), which won the 2006 Hagley Prize for the best book in business history and is available in Chinese; and Advertising Progress: American Business and the Rise of Consumer Marketing (Johns Hopkins University Press, 1998), a Choice Outstanding Academic Book. Morteza Hajizadeh is a Ph.D. graduate in English from the University of Auckland in New Zealand. His research interests are Cultural Studies; Critical Theory; Environmental History; Medieval (Intellectual) History; Gothic Studies; 18th and 19th Century British Literature. YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/a48266/videos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/intellectual-history

"Self-Made" success is now an American badge of honor that rewards individualist ambitions while it hammers against community obligations. Yet, four centuries ago, our foundational stories actually disparaged ambitious upstarts as dangerous and selfish threats to a healthy society. In Pamela Walker Laird's fascinating history of why and how storytellers forged this American myth, she reveals how the goals for self-improvement evolved from serving the community to supporting individualist dreams of wealth and esteem. Simplistic stories of self-made success and failure emerged that disregarded people's advantages and disadvantages and fostered inequality. Fortunately, Self-Made also recovers long-standing, alternative traditions of self-improvement to serve the common good. These challenges to the myth have offered inspiration, often coming, surprisingly, from Americans associated with self-made success, such as Benjamin Franklin, Frederick Douglass, and Horatio Alger. Here are real stories that show that no one lives – no one succeeds or fails – in a vacuum. Pamela Walker Laird is Professor Emerita of History at the University of Colorado Denver. Laird's publications include her newest book, Self-Made: The Stories that Forged an American Myth (Cambridge University Press, 2025); Pull: Networking and Success Since Benjamin Franklin (Harvard University Press, 2006), which won the 2006 Hagley Prize for the best book in business history and is available in Chinese; and Advertising Progress: American Business and the Rise of Consumer Marketing (Johns Hopkins University Press, 1998), a Choice Outstanding Academic Book. Morteza Hajizadeh is a Ph.D. graduate in English from the University of Auckland in New Zealand. His research interests are Cultural Studies; Critical Theory; Environmental History; Medieval (Intellectual) History; Gothic Studies; 18th and 19th Century British Literature. YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/a48266/videos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/american-studies

"Self-Made" success is now an American badge of honor that rewards individualist ambitions while it hammers against community obligations. Yet, four centuries ago, our foundational stories actually disparaged ambitious upstarts as dangerous and selfish threats to a healthy society. In Pamela Walker Laird's fascinating history of why and how storytellers forged this American myth, she reveals how the goals for self-improvement evolved from serving the community to supporting individualist dreams of wealth and esteem. Simplistic stories of self-made success and failure emerged that disregarded people's advantages and disadvantages and fostered inequality. Fortunately, Self-Made also recovers long-standing, alternative traditions of self-improvement to serve the common good. These challenges to the myth have offered inspiration, often coming, surprisingly, from Americans associated with self-made success, such as Benjamin Franklin, Frederick Douglass, and Horatio Alger. Here are real stories that show that no one lives – no one succeeds or fails – in a vacuum. Pamela Walker Laird is Professor Emerita of History at the University of Colorado Denver. Laird's publications include her newest book, Self-Made: The Stories that Forged an American Myth (Cambridge University Press, 2025); Pull: Networking and Success Since Benjamin Franklin (Harvard University Press, 2006), which won the 2006 Hagley Prize for the best book in business history and is available in Chinese; and Advertising Progress: American Business and the Rise of Consumer Marketing (Johns Hopkins University Press, 1998), a Choice Outstanding Academic Book. Morteza Hajizadeh is a Ph.D. graduate in English from the University of Auckland in New Zealand. His research interests are Cultural Studies; Critical Theory; Environmental History; Medieval (Intellectual) History; Gothic Studies; 18th and 19th Century British Literature. YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/a48266/videos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Self-Made" success is now an American badge of honor that rewards individualist ambitions while it hammers against community obligations. Yet, four centuries ago, our foundational stories actually disparaged ambitious upstarts as dangerous and selfish threats to a healthy society. In Pamela Walker Laird's fascinating history of why and how storytellers forged this American myth, she reveals how the goals for self-improvement evolved from serving the community to supporting individualist dreams of wealth and esteem. Simplistic stories of self-made success and failure emerged that disregarded people's advantages and disadvantages and fostered inequality. Fortunately, Self-Made also recovers long-standing, alternative traditions of self-improvement to serve the common good. These challenges to the myth have offered inspiration, often coming, surprisingly, from Americans associated with self-made success, such as Benjamin Franklin, Frederick Douglass, and Horatio Alger. Here are real stories that show that no one lives – no one succeeds or fails – in a vacuum. Pamela Walker Laird is Professor Emerita of History at the University of Colorado Denver. Laird's publications include her newest book, Self-Made: The Stories that Forged an American Myth (Cambridge University Press, 2025); Pull: Networking and Success Since Benjamin Franklin (Harvard University Press, 2006), which won the 2006 Hagley Prize for the best book in business history and is available in Chinese; and Advertising Progress: American Business and the Rise of Consumer Marketing (Johns Hopkins University Press, 1998), a Choice Outstanding Academic Book. Morteza Hajizadeh is a Ph.D. graduate in English from the University of Auckland in New Zealand. His research interests are Cultural Studies; Critical Theory; Environmental History; Medieval (Intellectual) History; Gothic Studies; 18th and 19th Century British Literature. YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/a48266/videos

"Self-Made" success is now an American badge of honor that rewards individualist ambitions while it hammers against community obligations. Yet, four centuries ago, our foundational stories actually disparaged ambitious upstarts as dangerous and selfish threats to a healthy society. In Pamela Walker Laird's fascinating history of why and how storytellers forged this American myth, she reveals how the goals for self-improvement evolved from serving the community to supporting individualist dreams of wealth and esteem. Simplistic stories of self-made success and failure emerged that disregarded people's advantages and disadvantages and fostered inequality. Fortunately, Self-Made also recovers long-standing, alternative traditions of self-improvement to serve the common good. These challenges to the myth have offered inspiration, often coming, surprisingly, from Americans associated with self-made success, such as Benjamin Franklin, Frederick Douglass, and Horatio Alger. Here are real stories that show that no one lives – no one succeeds or fails – in a vacuum. Pamela Walker Laird is Professor Emerita of History at the University of Colorado Denver. Laird's publications include her newest book, Self-Made: The Stories that Forged an American Myth (Cambridge University Press, 2025); Pull: Networking and Success Since Benjamin Franklin (Harvard University Press, 2006), which won the 2006 Hagley Prize for the best book in business history and is available in Chinese; and Advertising Progress: American Business and the Rise of Consumer Marketing (Johns Hopkins University Press, 1998), a Choice Outstanding Academic Book. Morteza Hajizadeh is a Ph.D. graduate in English from the University of Auckland in New Zealand. His research interests are Cultural Studies; Critical Theory; Environmental History; Medieval (Intellectual) History; Gothic Studies; 18th and 19th Century British Literature. YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/a48266/videos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/book-of-the-day

On today's episode, Laird breaks down the massive internal debate gripping the community: Has Sorare Colors actually surpassed Sorare Pro? While Pro has been the backbone of the platform for years, the dopamine hit of the Gems grind, pack-opening mechanics, and fast-paced progression boards has managers asking a dangerous question... is this format just more fun to play?We dive into the F2P vs. Pay-to-Win dynamic of Colors, why liquidity is draining out of the Pro market, and whether Sorare has accidentally built a side-game that eclipses the main event.Support the content by joining the Laird Social Club on Patreon: https://patreon.com/andrewmlaird⚽️ Become a Sorare manager today: https://sorare.pxf.io/WyLBnZ

The World Cup is so so close, and the Sorare Colors mechanics are completely changing how we approach daily fantasy football. In today's episode of Sorare with Laird, Laird and @HarryTrades are breaking down the ultimate guide to building optimal lineups for the Colors Set progression board!With the unique Global Cup schedule leaving zero overlapping games, the old strategy textbook gets thrown out the window. We're diving deep into strategies of:⚽ Same-team stacking vs. Match-day spacing: Which maximizes your ceiling?⚽ When it actually makes sense to stack BOTH teams in a single chaotic fixture.⚽ How to manage your daily lineups to safely clear the 5-step progression board.

6 Hours and 16 MinutesPG-13This is the complete audio of Pete reading 'Crying Wolf: Hate Crime Hoaxes in America' by Laird Wilcox.Antelope Hill - Promo code "peteq" for 5% off - https://antelopehillpublishing.com/FoxnSons Coffee - Promo code "peter" for 18% off - https://www.foxnsons.com/Pete and Thomas777 'At the Movies'Support Pete on His WebsitePete's PatreonPete's SubstackPete's SubscribestarPete's GUMROADPete's VenmoPete's Buy Me a CoffeePete on FacebookPete on TwitterBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-quinones-show--6071361/support.

This episode originally broadcast on June 4, 2026. The original podcast post is here: https://pixelatedgeek.com/2026/06/binary-system-podcast-509-wtnv-289-the-collection-plate-and-pluribus-episode8/On this week's Night Vale recap, Jalen is being awfully understanding about being in jail for a murder his dead doppelganger (probably) committed. But a secret ally is sending clues that could help Cecil solve the case, if Cecil can stop obsessing about his stapler long enough to figure it out. And if they don't get murdered by the real killer, of course.Then we dive into Pluribus episode 8, and go over all the new information about the Hive Mind that Carol's uncovered, and how tough it is to stay stubborn and distant when an ENTIRE PLANET is nerding out about your book.This episode's outro is a clip from Entering the Treeline by Visager.Clarification: yes St. Alia of the Knife is dune. Elizabeth was thinking of Arya Stark.It can be really easy to slip into doom and despair at the state of the world right now, but there are things you can do to help. Check out Stand With Minnesota for links to fundraisers and other ways you can show your support. If we haven't made it abundantly clear where we stand on this, FUCK ICE.Looking for a present for that hard-to-shop-for person? Want to buy them (or yourself) a square foot of a castle in Scotland? Look no further! You can support the restoration of Dunan's castle, legally call yourself Lady or Laird, AND if you use this link to get there, you can support this podcast too! ScottishLaird.co.uk.For updates, fan art, and other randomness, come follow us on Facebook, Tumblr, Twitter, and Instagram!

Could our own Ken Laird call Brayan Bello's first game back in the minors?

Can a $100 budget propel us straight into the high hot streaks? In this episode of SorareAndrews, Laird is buying and spending 750 gems to rip open 15 Gold Packs in Sorare Colors!Each Gold Pack comes with 5 cards:

This episode originally broadcast on May 28, 2026. The original podcast post is here: https://pixelatedgeek.com/2026/05/binary-system-podcast-508-wtnv-288-doubles-anonymous-and-pluribus-episode-7/The investigation into the murder of Marcus Vanston is moving ahead at breakneck speed. And for this week only, Cecil's covering the latest developments in a hard-boiled, film noir style that only gets weirder (and more fun) when you add Night Vale's tendency to mess with metaphors (we WILL be trying to work "the hornet's fedora" into conversations from now on.)Episode 7 of Pluribus is less quirky and more beautiful, heartbreaking, and grim, as Carol and Manousos each choose their own methods for resisting the Hive Mind and getting on with their lives. And oddly, both of them reach a similar kind of failure.This episode's outro is a clip from Baroque Ballroom by TeknoAXE.It can be really easy to slip into doom and despair at the state of the world right now, but there are things you can do to help. Check out Stand With Minnesota for links to fundraisers and other ways you can show your support. If we haven't made it abundantly clear where we stand on this, FUCK ICE.Looking for a present for that hard-to-shop-for person? Want to buy them (or yourself) a square foot of a castle in Scotland? Look no further! You can support the restoration of Dunan's castle, legally call yourself Lady or Laird, AND if you use this link to get there, you can support this podcast too! ScottishLaird.co.uk.For updates, fan art, and other randomness, come follow us on Facebook, Tumblr, Twitter, and Instagram!

This episode originally broadcast on May 21, 2026. The original podcast post is here: https://pixelatedgeek.com/2026/05/binary-system-podcast-507-the-amazing-digital-circus-episodes-6-7-and-8/If we had to recap the last three episodes of The Amazing Digital Circus VERY quickly, we'd say episode 6 is delightfully violent, episode 7 is a kick in the heart, and episode 8 is terrifying.We mention at the beginning of the episode that there's no need to recap all three point by point. So we totally recapped them point by point. In detail. (Massive spoiler warnings of course.) In our defense, we only started watching this show a couple months ago. We had to cram into one hour all the freaking out that the rest of the fans have been doing FOR TWO YEARS.After the recap we remind everybody that Transformers: The Movie - The Apology Tour is coming up soon, so go find yourself a new Transformers shirt.This episode's outro is a clip from Tense and Falling from Free the Muses.Correction: Hugh's already been to MegaCon. He's headed to SuperCon!It can be really easy to slip into doom and despair at the state of the world right now, but there are things you can do to help. Check out Stand With Minnesota for links to fundraisers and other ways you can show your support. If we haven't made it abundantly clear where we stand on this, FUCK ICE.Looking for a present for that hard-to-shop-for person? Want to buy them (or yourself) a square foot of a castle in Scotland? Look no further! You can support the restoration of Dunan's castle, legally call yourself Lady or Laird, AND if you use this link to get there, you can support this podcast too! ScottishLaird.co.uk.For updates, fan art, and other randomness, come follow us on Facebook, Tumblr, Twitter, and Instagram!

Jamie Lee, executive producer and writer on Ted Lasso, writer/ star of Crashing, and Lisa Vanderpump of Gowanas is in the studio to chat SATC S2E2 “The Awful Truth.” Charlotte adopts a Jack Russell Terrorist, Samantha finds allyship with her therapist and breaks up with her tiny penis boyfriend, Miranda experiments with dirty talk, The Girls get messy over mezze when Big shows up to Carrie's birthday dinner, and the world is introduced to the best girl to bring to any gathering: Susan Sharon.  We lament over the loss of whimsy in character names (see: Booth Jonathan, Laird, and Mimi-Rose Howard,) petition for themed restaurants to make a resurgence, explain how friends like Susan Sharon are the hack to applying the Pomodoro Method to a social excursion (fodder queen,) and analyze how getting filler is an anxiety response. We know we're going to see Jamie's investigative and heartfelt stand up special My Friend Katy at Joe's Pub June 16th. Find your tickets at @reallyjamielee!  Use code GIRLSREWATCH at jonesroadbeauty.com to get a Free Gift with your first purchase! #JonesRoadBeauty #ad Go to weightwatchers.com/GIRLSREWATCH to get a special offer for our listeners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who knew the boss-man had spittin' skills!

Discover the unique American spirit of Chicken Cock's Old Glory, a special, highly innovative whiskey crafted in celebration of the nation's 250th anniversary. In this episode of Bourbon Lens, we explore the historic significance, stunning patriotic artwork, and the remarkable liquid collaboration behind this iconic bottle.We break down the innovative liquid profile: a 100-proof marriage of premium Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey and Laird's Apple Brandy. You will get our full, unfiltered personal impressions and detailed tasting notes—from the initial baking spice and citrus zest on the nose to the complex stewed fruit and balanced vanilla notes on the palate.Whether you are a hardcore fan of traditional rye whiskey, an admirer of historic apple brandy traditions, or a collector looking for an affordable way to commemorate American distilling heritage, this heritage brand mashup is a must-try bottle that absolutely delivers on value. Dive in with us as we experience a true taste of Americana!Episode Chapters & Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction to Chicken Cock's Old Glory Whiskey & America's 250th00:28 - Liquid Breakdown: Kentucky Rye Meets Laird's Apple Brandy (100 Proof)01:58 - Historical Context: Two Heritage Spirits Brands Aligning02:22 - Official Tasting Notes: Nose, Palate, & Flavor Profile Insights03:13 - Personal Impressions & Cultural Significance for American Distillers03:42 - Community Involvement, Swag, Merchandise, & Patreon PerksResources & Featured Links:Featured Whiskey: Chicken Cock Old Glory WhiskeySupport the Show: Bourbon Lens Patreon Want Our Merch: Buy NowSubscribe & Community Links

The 2026 World Cup is almost here, and the Sport.Fun markets are heating up! Join us live on the Strategy Show as Laird and psufans2 take on the ultimate challenge: ranking EVERY single Sport.Fun player ahead of the tournament.With national team squads finalized, the soccer world was shocked by some massive snubs. No Cole Palmer? No Phil Foden? No Dean Huijsen? Plus, with superstars like Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Gianluigi Donnarumma completely missing out on qualification, the Sport.Fun meta is wide open.Despite the missing names, there is massive value and high-impact talent left on the board. We are breaking down the elite tiers, hunting for underpriced gems, and laying out some market strategies to help you dominate the summer.Bring your questions to the live chat, drop your hot takes, and let us know who you think is a must-buy before the opening whistle!

Is Sorare still a game, or has it just become a full-time job of chasing ROI?In today's episode of Sorare with Laird, I'm joined by  @HarryTrades  to tackle a question that's been on a lot of managers' minds lately: are we actually allowed to have fun on this platform anymore?With the constant pressure of In-Season competitions requiring you to buy new cards week after week, it's easy to get caught up in the financial grind. Today, we're breaking away from the spreadsheets and ROI calculations to talk about what makes this game genuinely enjoyable.We're diving into:• The reality of the In-Season vs. Classic card dynamic.• How to build collections and galleries for the pure joy of the sport.• Can you find a balance between competitive utility and casual fun?• Our favorite "non-meta" ways to play Sorare right now.Drop your thoughts in the chat—are you playing for the profit, the passion, or trying to balance both?Support the content by joining the Laird Social Club on Patreon: https://patreon.com/andrewmlairdJoin the Harry Trades YouTube community: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8HSj8vZDHSGmk5yP46SjtQ/membership⚽️ Become a Sorare manager today: https://sorare.pxf.io/WyLBnZ

The Blues Man, Ken Laird, hits a Stevie Vai Show.. and so does Dale Ordway // Ken pushes back on the Patriots "average roster" narrative // Big Papi hopes Jason Varitek can make it back into the Red Sox family //

The new Sport.Fun "Picks" gameplay layer is here, and it's a massive opportunity to stack extra tournament points, build your Skill Rating (SR), and climb from Bronze all the way to Elite. But if you aren't playing optimally, you are leaving major rewards on the table.In this episode of the Strategy Show, Laird and psufans2 break down the mechanics of Picks, how to avoid costly mistakes, and the exact strategies you need to dominate the division ladder.Whether you're trying to break out of Silver or looking to maximize your Picks Bonus weight in the Elite division, this strategy breakdown has you covered.Join Sport.Fun here

The road to Sorare 27 is officially here, but a major question mark is hanging over the market: Will the platform's biggest spenders actually buy in again? In today's episode of Sorare with Laird, I'm joined by  @HarryTrades  to tackle the reality that many high-volume, high-spend managers are considering pulling back their budgets for the upcoming 2026/27 transition. In this livestream, we discuss:• The Probability of a Spend Strike: Why "whales" and high-budget managers are hesitating on Sorare 27.• The Market Ripple Effects: What happens to gallery values, liquidity, and card utility if the top end of the market stops buying?• The Catalyst for Change: The specific structural, competition, and reward issues driving this sentiment. • How Sorare Fixes This: What the product team needs to do right now to win back the confidence of higher spenders.Drop your thoughts in the live chat—are you planning to spend more, less, or the same for Sorare 27?Support the content by joining the Laird Social Club on Patreon: https://patreon.com/andrewmlairdJoin the Harry Trades YouTube community: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8HSj8vZDHSGmk5yP46SjtQ/membership⚽️ Become a Sorare manager today: https://sorare.pxf.io/WyLBnZ

Stream Schedule:• Hour 1: Laird Social Club AMA (Community Q&A + Membership Giveaways)• Hour 2: SorareAndrews Welcome to today's double feature live stream! We are kicking things off with a dedicated Laird Social Club AMA. I'll be answering your questions and taking live queries from the chat.

Sorare just changed the game! Today, Laird and Harry Trades dive deep into the brand-new Sorare Set Squads (Beta). Is teamwork finally the dream work on Sorare?We're breaking down everything you need to know about this new co-op mode:✅ How to build the ultimate 10-person Squad✅ The "Top 3" scoring strategy: How to climb the board✅ Level 1-6 Rewards: From Shiny Packs to the elusive Meteor Striker Pack✅ Strategy Session: How to coordinate your lineups with your crewDon't miss our first impressions and a live Q&A on how to optimize your cards!Support the content by joining the Laird Social Club on Patreon: https://patreon.com/andrewmlaird⚽️ Become a Sorare manager today: https://sorare.pxf.io/WyLBnZ

6 Hours and 16 MinutesPG-13This is the complete audio of Pete reading 'Crying Wolf: Hate Crime Hoaxes in America' by Laird Wilcox.Antelope Hill - Promo code "peteq" for 5% off - https://antelopehillpublishing.com/FoxnSons Coffee - Promo code "peter" for 18% off - https://www.foxnsons.com/Pete and Thomas777 'At the Movies'Support Pete on His WebsitePete's PatreonPete's SubstackPete's SubscribestarPete's GUMROADPete's VenmoPete's Buy Me a CoffeePete on FacebookPete on TwitterBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-quinones-show--6071361/support.

It's This Week in Bourbon for May 8th 2026. Tariffs between Scotland and the US have been removed, the American Craft Spirits Association (ACSA) has unveiled the Certified Craft Seal, and Stitzel Reserve 31-Year-Old Bourbon Whiskey. Show Notes: President Trump pledges removal of 10% Scotch whisky tariffs to restore trade relations John McKillop releases novel Bourbon Brothers featuring rare real-world bottles Give 270 hosts Bourbon Strong 50-4-50 raffle benefiting Feeding America American Craft Spirits Association launches TTB-approved Certified Craft Seal Old Fourth Distillery rebrands spirits portfolio starting with Cane-Based Vodka Chicken Cock and Laird's collaborate on Old Glory Rye and Apple Brandy blend Jack Daniel's debuts ultra-premium Halo MK1 McLaren F1 Team collaboration Stitzel-Weller releases $3,000 Stitzel Reserve 31-Year-Old Bourbon at 163.2 proof 15 STARS debuts Kentucke County™ line to celebrate America's 250th anniversary Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Everyone is getting ready for the World Cup, but what does that mean for NFL holdings on Sport.Fun? Laird and psufans2 break down the "Summer of Soccer" and why the biggest opportunity of the year might actually happen the moment the World Cup ends.Don't miss:• The Sport.fun "Ramp-Up" Roadmap.• Why the NFL and World Cup markets might be totally decoupled.• Positioning your strategy for the post-tournament attention shift.

In today's episode, Laird sits down with Harry Trades to tackle the elephant in the room: Is the "What If...?" question officially gone from Sorare?For years, the community has been fueled by a single hope: what if Sorare goes mainstream and our early cards become digital gold? Many managers are still holding onto collections that are worth a fraction of their peak prices, waiting for that one massive "explosion" in value.But as the platform evolves, the math is changing. We dive deep into why the "What If" era might be over, focusing on:• The In-Season Shift: How the transition to cash rewards and mandatory In-Season cards has effectively "devalued" the long-term utility of older collections.• The Sorare Set Paradox: We discuss the addition of non-tradable cards. If you can't sell them, is Sorare still a "collectible investment" or just a subscription-based fantasy game?• The Mainstream Reality: If Sorare finally hits the mass market, will it actually benefit the early adopters, or has the new game-play structure capped the potential upside of "Legacy" cards?• The Psychology of the Bag-Holder: Why so many managers find it impossible to let go of the "What If" dream, even when the data suggests otherwise.Has the game has moved from speculating on the future to performing in the present?Whether you're a whale from the early days or a new manager trying to navigate the 2026 landscape, this conversation is a reality check on the current state of digital football collectibles.Support the content by joining the Laird Social Club on Patreon: https://patreon.com/andrewmlaird⚽️ Become a Sorare manager today: https://sorare.pxf.io/WyLBnZ

Lock up your daughters and wives, Ken Laird is on the loose

Market caps are climbing after the NFL Draft and leading into the month before the World Cup. Laird and psufans2 discuss if they think we'll continue to see an upward trend (NOT FINANCIAL ADVICE, OF COURSE!) in football and NFL, as well as the sudden rise of the $FUN token.Start your Sport.Fun journey here: https://pro.sport.fun/login/?referral_code=UITMX28FXU9

Sorare 27 is taking shape! Laird and  @HarryTrades  break down the massive "Sorare Spotlight" featuring CEO Nicolas Julia and the product team. From the "anytime entry" revolution to the end of divisions, we're discussing what these changes mean for your gallery and your wallet.Key Topics:• Auto-Subs: Is the 6th slot the DNP savior we've wanted?• Sorare 27: Breaking down the June 19th Reveal timeline.• The Set Effect: Why retention is at an all-time high.• Market Impact: What happens to Classic card utility next season?Support the content by joining the Laird Social Club on Patreon: https://patreon.com/andrewmlaird⚽️ Become a Sorare manager today: https://sorare.pxf.io/WyLBnZ

6 Hours and 16 MinutesPG-13This is the complete audio of Pete reading 'Crying Wolf: Hate Crime Hoaxes in America' by Laird Wilcox.Antelope Hill - Promo code "peteq" for 5% off - https://antelopehillpublishing.com/FoxnSons Coffee - Promo code "peter" for 18% off - https://www.foxnsons.com/Pete and Thomas777 'At the Movies'Support Pete on His WebsitePete's PatreonPete's SubstackPete's SubscribestarPete's GUMROADPete's VenmoPete's Buy Me a CoffeePete on FacebookPete on TwitterBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-quinones-show--6071361/support.

Before everyone's favorite heroes in a half-shell wore brightly colored bandanas and ate pizza for every meal, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles were black-and-white underground vigilantes. Eastman and Laird drew on a variety of influences to create something that starts with the energy of self-serious parody before transitioning into the violent yet goofy comic series that would ultimately launch a goofy (but still sort of violent) cartoon empire. This collection contains the first 8 published issues from 1984-85, which includes a Raphael one-shot that introduces hockey stick enthusiast Casey Jones. Cowabunga!Our theme music was composed by Nick Lerangis.Follow @overduepod on Instagram and BlueskyAdvertise on OverdueSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If you've built a life that looks great from the outside but still feels like something's missing on the inside, the problem might not be your relationship — it might be how much of yourself you're actually bringing to it. Whether it's a body image spiral that shuts you down in the bedroom, a long-term dynamic that's gone quietly cold, or a fear of vulnerability that's been running the show since day one, the shift almost always starts with one honest conversation. In this episode, volleyball legend, entrepreneur, and mother of three Gabby Reece gets real about what it actually takes to keep desire, respect, and intimacy alive after decades together — and why most of us are working harder than we need to. In this episode, you'll learn: • Why the masculine and feminine dynamic has been completely misunderstood — and how redefining it can transform your relationship and your sex life • What Gabby and Laird's 48-hour rule actually looks like in practice, and whether a structure like that could work for you • How to stop torturing yourself in the bedroom and finally get out of your head long enough to actually feel something • The real reason long-term relationships lose their spark — and the daily habits that keep attraction from quietly dying • How to talk to your kids about sex, body image, and peer pressure in a way that actually lands • Why vulnerability isn't a personality trait you either have or don't — it's a skill, and it's one you can learn This episode is sponsored by... Try Promescent Delay Spray today and get 15% off your first order. Just go to www.promescent.com/swe More Dr. Emily:  • Shop With Emily! Explore Emily's favorite toys, pleasure accessories, bedroom essentials, and more — designed to support your pleasure and confidence. Free shipping on orders $99+ (some exclusions apply).5 • Interested in 1:1 Coaching with Emily? Go to sexwithemily.com/coaching to apply!  • Sex With Emily Guides: Explore pleasure, deepen connections, and enhance intimacy using these Sex With Emily downloadable guides. • The only sex book you'll ever need: Smart Sex: How to Boost Your Sex IQ and Own Your Pleasure • Want more? Visit the Sex With Emily Website • Let's get social: Instagram | X | Facebook | TikTok | Threads | YouTube • Let's text: Sign up here • Want me to slide into your email inbox? Sign Up Here for sex tips on the regular. Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction 1:12 - Meet Gabby Reese: Athlete, Entrepreneur & Podcast Host 1:25 - Running a Business With Your Partner (Without Losing Your Mind) 6:30 - Defining Masculine & Feminine Energy in Relationships 11:03 - Vulnerability, Fear & What It Really Takes to Love Someone 13:34 - How Being an Athlete Impacts Your Sex Life & Libido 17:04 - Gut Health & Its Connection to Sexual & Mental Wellness 18:36 - Raising Daughters: Sex, Body Image & Social Media 26:27 - Rapid Fire Q&A: Exercise, Confidence & Sex Toys 31:36 - Least Favorite Thing About Sex & Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices