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Last Friday, the Supreme Court ruled that the President is not authorized to impose tariffs, affirming that Congress alone has the power to tax. Entrepreneur and pastor Mark Franco joins Russell, Mike, and Clarissa to discuss the future of tariffs. Then, President Trump suggests that he would launch a strike on Iran if they do not back down from their nuclear weapons program. Jonathan Schanzer stops by to share about Iranian protests and possible regime change. Finally, President Trump's annual State of the Union address lasted a record breaking 1 hour and 48 minutes. Mike, Clarissa and Harvest Prude recap the highlights. REFERENCED IN THE EPISODE: Trump's SOTU Heralded a Revival. The Data Is Mixed. - Harvest Prude ABOUT THE GUESTS: Mark Franco is the president and CEO at MXD Process, a company that oversees the manufacturing and supply of industrial process equipment, and serves as the managing partner at Soterra Capital. Prior to that, he was the principal at Franconia Enterprises and president at Unified Manufacturing and Design, LLC. Mark is a pastor at Sojourn Community Church. Jonathan Schanzer is senior vice president for research at Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD), and he is also on the leadership team of FDD's Center on Economic and Financial Power. He previously worked as a terrorism finance analyst at the US Department of the Treasury. Schanzer has appeared on CNN, Fox News, Al-Arabiya, and Al-Jazeera. Harvest Prude is Christianity Today's national political correspondent and a congressional reporter based in Washington, DC. She is a former reporter for The Dispatch and World, having served there as political reporter for their Washington bureau. GO DEEPER WITH THE BULLETIN: Join the conversation at our Substack. Find us on YouTube. Rate and review the show in your podcast app of choice. ABOUT THE BULLETIN: The Bulletin is a twice-weekly politics and current events show from Christianity Today moderated by Clarissa Moll, with senior commentary from Russell Moore (Christianity Today's editor-at-large and columnist) and Mike Cosper (senior contributor). Each week, the show explores current events and breaking news and shares a Christian perspective on issues that are shaping our world. We also offer special one-on-one conversations with writers, artists, and thought leaders whose impact on the world brings important significance to a Christian worldview, like Bono, Sharon McMahon, Harrison Scott Key, Frank Bruni, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this hard-hitting 11-minute episode of The Right Side, Doug Billings reads Olathe (O-lay-thu) Kansas Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Brent Yeager's own parent letter back to him — word for word — and finishes the Supreme Court ruling from Tinker v. Des Moines that Dr. Yeager conveniently left out.Free speech does NOT protect mass student walkouts during class time, truancy, fights, or turning taxpayer-funded schools into political battlegrounds.Last Friday's walkout at Olathe Northwest High School ended with a juvenile arrest and injured students.Parents and taxpayers of Olathe and Johnson County: this is your moment.Demand the Olathe School Board immediately ban all mass walkouts during instructional hours.Education, NOT indoctrination.Timestamps:0:00 – Intro & The Crisis in Olathe1:45 – Reading Dr. Yeager's Letter4:20 – The FULL Tinker v. Des Moines Ruling7:10 – What the Law Actually Allows9:40 – Your Action Plan TonightCommentary & Opinion – February 24, 2026Full video version available on YouTube: @TheRightSideDougBillingsShare this episode with every parent you know.Tag Dr. Brent Yeager and the Olathe School Board.We're in this together, folks. Believe it. For the Republic!#OlatheSchools #BrentYeager #TinkerRuling #StudentWalkouts #Education #Indoctrination #Olathe #Taxpayers #KansasFirst #SchoolBoard #ParentsRights #Kansas #Students #Teachers #America #USASupport the show

Last Friday, the Supreme Court struck down President Trump's IEEPA tariffs in a landmark 6-3 decision. In this episode of The Deduction, hosts Kyle Hulehan and Erica York break down what the ruling actually means, from how collections could be refunded to how the administration is already scrambling to put new tariffs in place. Erica walks through why businesses may face even more uncertainty in the near term as a messy patchwork of replacement tariffs takes shape.---TIMESTAMPS:0:00 – Weekend tariff chaos and IEEPA "pdu"2:00 – What the Supreme Court decided on IEEPA tariffs4:36 – Which tariffs were struck down (Liberation Day, fentanyl, and more)5:42 – Will importers get refunds on $160 billion in unlawful collections?7:54 – Does the ruling improve the economic outlook?9:00 – What tariff authority does the president still have?9:42 – Updated Tax Foundation tariff model numbers12:00 – Section 122 explained: 150-day tariffs and legal questions14:00 – Section 232, Section 301, and the coming patchwork of tariffs15:42 – The compliance and administrative waste of tariff policy17:00 – Can Congress step in and reclaim tariff authority?---RESOURCES:Tax Foundation Tariff Tracker: https://taxfoundation.org/research/all/federal/trump-tariffs-trade-war/Tax Foundation IEEPA Tariff Analysis: https://taxfoundation.org/tags/ieepa/---CONTACT:Email: podcast@taxfoundation.orgTwitter/X: @DeductionPodTwitter/X: @EricaDYork Drop a comment below with your tax questions.---ABOUT:The Deduction is a podcast by the Tax Foundation, the world's leading independent tax policy nonprofit. The Tax Foundation has been providing trusted, nonpartisan tax research and analysis since 1937.Support the showFollow us!https://twitter.com/TaxFoundationhttps://twitter.com/deductionpodSupport the show

First up on this week's Inside Business are US tariffs. Last Friday, the Supreme Court there ruled that Donald Trump's tariffs from last year via emergency legislation were illegal. Trump responded by introducing a 10 per cent global tariff under separate legislation. So, what does this mean for Irish exporters? And what does it mean for the trade deal agreed last year with the European Union?Cliff Taylor of The Irish Times has been writing about the tariffs decision while Pat Rigney of the Shed Distillery exports gin and whiskey to the American market, which is a huge part of his business. They explain the Supreme Court's decision and outline what the position is right now for Irish exporters in terms of how much they will have to pay in tariffs. Also on this episode, we look at the Central Statistics Office figures published last week that showed the number of employees working remotely declined for three successive quarters to the end of 2025. Although just shy of 1 million workers are still working from home. Louisa Meehan is a HR expert with Woodview HRM and she joins host Ciarán Hancock on the line to tease out whether the tables have turned on hybrid working or if this is just a statistical blip. Produced by John Casey with JJ Vernon on sound. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to Financial Revelations with David Szafranski—where we break down markets, policy, and long-term wealth strategy with clarity and conviction. This week, we're tackling some of the most important questions in finance right now. Why Is the Market Getting Beat Up? Investors are asking: What changed structurally in the market? According to David — nothing. There has been no major structural shift. Tax policy remains positive. Corporate fundamentals haven't suddenly collapsed. What we're seeing is more about sentiment than substance. Some investors may simply be tiring of the AI trade after a strong run. But David's perspective is clear: In times of uncertainty — buy the chaos. Volatility creates opportunity. When markets swing, disciplined investors stay growth-oriented instead of reacting emotionally. What's Happening With Tariffs? Last Friday, the Supreme Court of the United States ruled that President Donald Trump overstepped in his recent tariff action. President Trump has stated he will follow the law, and the administration is now looking at other legal mechanisms to implement tariffs if necessary. Policy headlines can move markets quickly, but David reminds listeners: political noise often creates short-term volatility — not long-term destruction. Economists Worth Listening To If you want to understand markets and economic philosophy more deeply, David recommends studying: Milton Friedman Thomas Sowell Both economists emphasize free markets, limited government intervention, and the power of capitalism to lift people out of poverty. Partner With the Mission If you would like to become a partner and support our mission trips, visit:

Last Friday, the Supreme Court struck down President Trump's IEEPA tariffs in a landmark 6-3 decision. In this episode of The Deduction, hosts Kyle Hulehan and Erica York break down what the ruling actually means, from how collections could be refunded to how the administration is already scrambling to put new tariffs in place. Erica walks through why businesses may face even more uncertainty in the near term as a messy patchwork of replacement tariffs takes shape.---TIMESTAMPS:0:00 – Weekend tariff chaos and IEEPA "pdu"2:00 – What the Supreme Court decided on IEEPA tariffs4:36 – Which tariffs were struck down (Liberation Day, fentanyl, and more)5:42 – Will importers get refunds on $160 billion in unlawful collections?7:54 – Does the ruling improve the economic outlook?9:00 – What tariff authority does the president still have?9:42 – Updated Tax Foundation tariff model numbers12:00 – Section 122 explained: 150-day tariffs and legal questions14:00 – Section 232, Section 301, and the coming patchwork of tariffs15:42 – The compliance and administrative waste of tariff policy17:00 – Can Congress step in and reclaim tariff authority?---RESOURCES:Tax Foundation Tariff Tracker: https://taxfoundation.org/research/all/federal/trump-tariffs-trade-war/Tax Foundation IEEPA Tariff Analysis: https://taxfoundation.org/tags/ieepa/---CONTACT:Email: podcast@taxfoundation.orgTwitter/X: @DeductionPodTwitter/X: @EricaDYork Drop a comment below with your tax questions.---ABOUT:The Deduction is a podcast by the Tax Foundation, the world's leading independent tax policy nonprofit. The Tax Foundation has been providing trusted, nonpartisan tax research and analysis since 1937.Support the showFollow us!https://twitter.com/TaxFoundationhttps://twitter.com/deductionpodSupport the show

First up on this week's Inside Business are US tariffs. Last Friday, the Supreme Court there ruled that Donald Trump's tariffs from last year via emergency legislation were illegal. Trump responded by introducing a 10 per cent global tariff under separate legislation. So, what does this mean for Irish exporters? And what does it mean for the trade deal agreed last year with the European Union?Cliff Taylor of The Irish Times has been writing about the tariffs decision while Pat Rigney of the Shed Distillery exports gin and whiskey to the American market, which is a huge part of his business. They explain the Supreme Court's decision and outline what the position is right now for Irish exporters in terms of how much they will have to pay in tariffs. Also on this episode, we look at the Central Statistics Office figures published last week that showed the number of employees working remotely declined for three successive quarters to the end of 2025. Although just shy of 1 million workers are still working from home. Louisa Meehan is a HR expert with Woodview HRM and she joins host Ciarán Hancock on the line to tease out whether the tables have turned on hybrid working or if this is just a statistical blip. Produced by John Casey with JJ Vernon on sound. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Last Friday, news broke that much of the senior leadership that's been steering Xbox for the past decade and more have departed the company. Phil Spencer? Retired. Sarah Bond? Gone. Instead, one of the members of that group, Matt Booty, has ascended alongside a new Xbox CEO that comes from Microsoft's—wait for it—AI division. Rob and Patrick spent a few minutes (okay, an hour!) trying to untangle what this all means.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On Friday, the Supreme Court voted 6–3 to strike down most of President Donald Trump's tariffs, finding that the president exceeded his authority when he imposed duties under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). The Court's ruling invalidates the president's “Liberation Day” tariffs, which imposed a 10% baseline duty on U.S. trading partners as well as steeper tariffs on individual countries.Ad-free podcasts are here!To listen to this podcast ad-free, and to enjoy our subscriber only premium content, go to ReadTangle.com to sign up!ICYMI.Last Friday, we ran a little experiment: How would ChatGPT do if we had it write a Tangle take? Isaac gave his opinion on the future of AI, asked ChatGPT to try to mimic him, then evaluated how well it delivered its take. That piece generated a lot of interest, questions, and criticism — and in case you missed it, you can read it here and join the discussion in the comments.You can read today's podcast⁠ ⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠, our “Under the Radar” story ⁠here and today's “Have a nice day” story ⁠here⁠.You can subscribe to Tangle by clicking here or drop something in our tip jar by clicking here. Take the survey: What do you think of the Supreme Court's ruling? Let us know.Our Executive Editor and Founder is Isaac Saul. Our Executive Producer is Jon Lall.This podcast was written by: Isaac Saul and audio edited and mixed by Dewey Thomas. Music for the podcast was produced by Diet 75.Our newsletter is edited by Managing Editor Ari Weitzman, Senior Editor Will Kaback, Lindsey Knuth, Bailey Saul, and Audrey Moorehead. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I can't wait for summer, so here's a summery episode straight from the Art is Alive archive.Universal Music invited me to their Stockholm office to meet Girl Group, the English-Norwegian pop group consisting of Katya, Lil, Thea, Mia and Maria, who met in Liverpool while studying music. They got tired of all the sexism in the music industry and decided to form Girl Group. Last Friday, they released their debut EP ''Think They're Looking, Let's Perform'', and we talk all about it, their gig in Stockholm a day prior to us recording this, jantelagen, as well as my standup comedy and the people from the past who inspire us.Listen to ''Think They're Looking, Let's Perform'' on your preferred service here.If you'd like podcasting advice or want me to wish someone a happy birthday, I'm on Cameo. Click here.Did you know that you can get access to new podcast episodes 7-9 hours early as well as exclusive bonus interviews with the artists from Art is Alive? It's true! ArtIsAlive+ is here, the podcast's free streaming service. Click here. (Sweden only)Follow Girl Group:Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, SpotifyFollow me:Instagram, Facebook, Spotify, Snapchat, TikTok, Threads, YouTubeThanks to Universal Music Sweden and UK for all the support

Last Friday at McGill Law School, I co-led a luncheon and public discussion with an Islamic Law scholar on Jewish and Islamic Law. What unfolded exceeded my expectations: a serious, animated, and deeply respectful exchange among people eager to understand one another. In this video, I reflect on that event - and on my lifelong effort to bring Jews and Muslims into meaningful conversation. There have been disappointments. There have also been remarkable moments of genuine connection. Some will say this work is naive. I believe it is necessary - now more than ever. Michael Whitman is the senior rabbi of ADATH Congregation in Hampstead, Quebec, and an adjunct professor at McGill University Faculty of Law. ADATH is a modern orthodox synagogue community in suburban Montreal, providing Judaism for the next generation. We take great pleasure in welcoming everyone with a warm smile, while sharing inspiration through prayer, study, and friendship. Rabbi Whitman shares his thoughts and inspirations through online lectures and shiurim, which are available on: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5FLcsC6xz5TmkirT1qObkA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adathmichael/ Podcast - Mining the Riches of the Parsha: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/mining-the-riches-of-the-parsha/id1479615142?fbclid=IwAR1c6YygRR6pvAKFvEmMGCcs0Y6hpmK8tXzPinbum8drqw2zLIo7c9SR-jc Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3hWYhCG5GR8zygw4ZNsSmO Please contact Rabbi Whitman (rabbi@adath.ca) with any questions or feedback, or to receive a daily email, "Study with Rabbi Whitman Today," with current and past insights for that day, video, and audio, all in one short email sent directly to your inbox.

It's been a whirlwind of a week for Dublin nightlife enjoyers. Last Friday, it was reported that newly refurbished Dublin hotel The Hoxton (formerly The Central Hotel) sought an High Court injunction over noise bleed issues against its adjoining late night restaurant and night club space Yamamori Izakaya while it plans to open its own nightclub. Both parties are in disagreement over what has taken place in attempts at dialogue. In the meantime, a protest took place last night outside the hotel, which showed people's clear frustration with the threats put upon Dublin's cultural and arts spaces. Dublin folk musician and People Before Profit Dublin Central candidate Eoghan Ó Ceannabháin spoke at the protest last night, and was part of a Stand Up For The Arts public meeting in The Cobblestone afterwards. Eoghan spoke to me about the broader implications of government policies that prioritise corporate interests over cultural preservation, he emphasises the need for grassroots movements to protect and advocate for the arts. The chat highlights the importance of community engagement, the untapped potential of publicly funded cultural venues and the recent failure of the government to save The Complex. Listen on Apple | Android | Patreon | Pocketcasts | CastBox | Stitcher | Spotify | RSS Feed | Podlink * Support Nialler9 on Patreon, get event discounts, playlists, ad-free episodes and access our Discord community.

***Special thanks to KEEL Radio’s Erin McCarty and Mike Martindale; to Tony Taglavore (shreveportbossierjournal.com) for his excellent 2024 feature story about Larry Ryan, and to Twin Blends: Northwest Louisiana History Hunters’ Facebook page for a few photos in today’s story.  I had the pleasure of working as a part-time announcer for Larry Ryan nearly 50 years ago. During the early 1960’s, Larry Ryan may have heard the phrase “You’re fired!” more times than cartoon’s George Jetson did from his boss, Mr. Spacely. The young radio announcer had bounced around from one radio market to another in search of a few extra dollars per week. This 26-year old disk jockey was offered a $25/week raise to move to Shreveport, Louisiana and begin working the evening shift at Top 40 radio station KEEL 710AM in 1964. For more than 60 years, Shreveport, Bossier City and Ark-La-Tex region have embraced “Lovable” Larry Ryan and his immense radio creativity and talent. Last Friday, Ryan’s most recent Shreveport radio station employer (which played “The Greatest Hits of All Time” oldies format) abruptly advised him and his morning crew that their long-time popular morning show was being canceled. Effective immediately. The FM station was recently acquired by a new owner.  They wanted to go in a different direction with their 6-9AM morning show. Though it had been awhile, Larry Ryan was quite familiar with hearing that line again. Today, Larry Ryan’s first radio station employer in Shreveport brought him back on the air to provide him with a very dignified way to say, “Good bye” to his legions of loyal radio listeners. The final hour of Wednesday’s News/Talk 710 KEEL morning show featuring Erin McCarty and Mike Martindale was filled with tributes to the area’s radio broadcasting legend. Shreveport mayor Tom Arceneaux and Bossier City mayor Tommy Chandler each read proclamations making it “Larry Ryan Day” in both cities (February 11, 2026). How did Iowa native Larry Ryan become so beloved in Shreveport, LA? Larry Ryan is a native of Marshalltown, Iowa – just northeast of Des Moines.  After a one year stint at what is now Northern Iowa University, he joined the Air Force. If he thought it was cold in Iowa during the winter, Larry Ryan found himself stationed in frigid Minot, North Dakota.  That’s when he knew it was time to leave the Air Force and find a real job. He would become a radio announcer (DJ, if you prefer) who worked at stations in Iowa, Arkansas, Alabama, and Virginia prior to receiving an offer to work the evening shift at AM powerhouse KEEL Radio in Shreveport.  Larry reminded listeners today that he also brought along his long-time girlfriend, Suzy. They were married in Marshall, Texas upon his arrival in Shreveport.  More about Suzy Ryan in a bit. Larry Ryan’s evening show became a huge hit with the younger audience. He interacted with callers, had fun doing creative “live” spots for sponsors, and even created funny comedy song features such as “Hide The Booze” (performed to the instrumental version of “The Can-Can Song”). It wasn’t long before Larry Ryan was promoted to become KEEL’s morning show host. The 50,000 watt daytime signal of KEEL AM stretches from Texarkana to the north and southward through northeastern Texas and western and central Louisiana down I-49 to Lafayette. “Lovable” Larry Ryan’s morning show beginning in the mid-1960’s featured Top 40 rock and roll hits along with topics of local interest.  Talented radio newsmen like Ken Booth and Scott Hodges, syndicated commentator Paul Harvey, and a very unlikely local weatherman added more flavor to this increasingly popular show. This morning, Larry recounted that KEEL’s morning newsman Ken Booth did not like being asked to read the weather at the end of his local newscasts.  KEEL’s co-located FM affiliate KMBQ was playing automated reel-to-reel tapes of beautiful music.  Larry quickly grabbed the FM station’s young audio operator named Ralph Montgomery and said, “Get in here!  I want you to come read the weather on the air for me – now!” Ryan introduced his nervous and totally unprepared 6:05AM weather man to KEEL’s massive audience. “And now…the effervescent…Mr. Weather!”  Ralph Montgomery somehow made it through that first weather forecast and won a 50+year radio co-hosting role alongside of Larry Ryan. Mr. Weather’s unique sense of humor always seemed to tickle Larry’s funny bone. It was pure radio magic Larry Ryan & Mr. Weather became the foundation for KEEL’s incredible radio ratings success for the next decade.  KEEL’s morning show captured an unheard-of 50% of the total radio audience as both youngsters and their parents were fans of the show. Larry became KEEL’s program director and hired a number of extremely talented on-air personalities to work at other times of the day.  Howard Clark, Steve Kelly, Tommy Kramer, Ronald F. Montgomery (no relation to Ralph “Mr. Weather” Montgomery) and many others graduated to work at major market radio stations after being mentored by Larry Ryan at KEEL in Shreveport. Producing a top-notch commercial for clients is very important for radio stations. The creative voice and production talents of Larry Ryan and his team of announcers was in high demand for producing effective commercials on behalf of local, regional and national ad agencies. Larry’s wife, Suzy, became involved in selling radio advertising for KEEL.  She possessed a sincere belief in the effectiveness of the station’s primary product – especially her husband’s top-rated radio show.  Suzy remained laser-focused on business and supported Larry’s creative talent behind the microphone.  The duo’s business acumen translated into solid income for their soon-to-be growing family. After Suzy became pregnant with each of the couple’s two children (Corey and Casey), Larry frequently brought Suzy on the air to talk about how she had been feeling.  Their willingness to share such personal details over the air further endeared the couple to thousands of KEEL’s adult listeners. Larry Ryan played sports in high school and brought his love of sports to Shreveport Ryan formed the KEEL “Dirty Dribblers” basketball team and the KEEL “Nasty Nine” softball team.  The basketball team featured a few of the radio announcers but included legitimate sports talent such as former Northwestern State University basketball player-turned-media advertising specialist Al LeGrand.  The KEEL Dirty Dribblers and Nasty Nine softball teams played dozens of fund-raising games against the teachers and coaches at area schools. The goodwill resulting from those charity games served to reinforce the personal bond between the radio station’s listeners and “Lovable” Larry Ryan’s radio team. By 1974, the World Football League had started a new pro football league.  This came a few years after the American Football League had successfully merged with the NFL in 1970. The new WFL franchise located in Houston was already failing in Year #1. Larry Ryan took to the air expressing his firm belief that Shreveport and Bossier City (with about 350,000 residents) was quite capable of supporting the Houston WFL franchise – assuming it could be moved to Shreveport. Within weeks of Ryan’s daily on-air encouragement to local businesses and governmental leaders, the WFL’s Houston Texans (that was their name!) moved the franchise to Shreveport midway through the initial football season. The Shreveport Steamer of the World Football League was born.  A local crowd of more than 21,000 attended the Steamer’s first home game against Memphis in September, 1974.  Though Shreveport’s attendance remained solid, the WFL folded midway through its second season in 1975 under mounting financial pressures. Around this time, Larry and Suzy Ryan were offered a chance to buy another local radio station in Shreveport.  Unlike KEEL’s 50,000 watt signal, local station KBCL’s signal was just 250 watts and operated on a daytime-only frequency. The duo took the plunge anyway. They built a top-notch on-air and sales staff and pursued FCC approval to relocate the radio station onto a frequency with 24-hour capability.  Talented on-air personalities like Randy Davis (who enjoyed a long career in New York City), K.C. Daniels, Howard Jennings Hart, and Larry “Charlie” Monk joined the staff. Current FOX Sports football and basketball broadcaster Tim Brando also worked for Larry Ryan at KBCL prior to moving to a larger radio market and into his future television career. Though this under-powered AM radio station’s ratings were quite impressive, the inability to obtain a 24-hour operating frequency from the FCC, a declining local employment market, and the rise of FM competition forced the Ryans to return to their radio roots in the early 1980’s. Bringing it forward Larry Ryan would work for another 40 years (!) in the Shreveport area at various radio stations. He spent most of the past few decades playing 70’s and 80’s music formats for his faithful listeners. Ralph “Mr. Weather” Montgomery began a career in another field, but his employer allowed him to work early mornings with his long-time partner, too. Long-time friend and sales pro Al LeGrand stuck with Larry, too.  Al provided sports commentary for Ryan’s morning shows and enjoyed participating in some of the on-air hijinks until retiring several years ago. LeGrand built a very successful media advertising agency in Shreveport. Larry’s one-woman dynamo wife, Suzy Ryan, proudly formed her own media advertising agency.  She would (of course) provide sales support for Larry’s successful radio programs.  The Ryans’ two children would also enter the media business after completing their education. Sadly, Larry Ryan’s beloved wife and life partner, Suzy, passed away in 2013.  Larry has (at least until last Friday) continued to work his morning radio show for a local FM station. Interviewed two years ago, Larry Ryan (now in his 80’s) knew that his time behind the microphone would eventually come to an end. In that print interview in 2024, Larry Ryan said, “I’ve done good.  I’ve been nationally recognized, which really doesn’t mean that much other than ego.  That has never been part of my being.  I had fun!” And so have we!  Thank you for six decades of terrific memories, Lovable Larry! The post Celebrating Lovable Larry Ryan’s 60-year Shreveport Radio Career appeared first on SwampSwamiSports.com.

Last Friday was Waitangi Day, with over 35,000 people visiting the Waitangi grounds on the day. The fast-track approvals panel has turned down a bid from Trans-Tasman Resources to mine the Taranaki seabed. And Labour's Camilla Belich has lodged a joint members' bill with National MP Greg Fleming to combat modern slavery.  For our weekly catch-up with the Labour Party, Wire Host Caeden asked MP Shanan Halbert about all of these topics.

US equity markets advanced after posting a sharp rebound last Friday (6 February), with technology again leading the gains - Dow inched +20-points or +0.04% higher to a fresh record closing high of 50,135.87 a day after the 30-stock index has climbed above the 50,000 level for the first time. Microsoft Corp (up +3.05%) was the leading Dow component, while Caterpillar Inc (+2.19%), Cisco Systems Inc (2.31%) and Nvidia Corp (2.5%) all climbed over >2%. Merck & Co Inc fell -3.51%, while Travelers Companies Inc (down -2.88%), Nike Inc (-2.36%) and Amgen Inc (-2.21%) all fell over >2%.The broader S&P500 added +0.47%, with Information Technology (up +1.59%) sitting atop the primary sector leaderboard for a second consecutive session. Health Care and Consumer Staples both declined -0.86%. AppLovin Corp soared +13.26% and was the leading performer in the S&P500 after a financial publisher retracted some of its most explosive claims regarding AppLovin's alleged connections to transnational crime syndicates. Oracle Corp rallied +9.64%   Kroger Inc rose +3.85% after the after the grocery giant named former Walmart Inc (down -1.63%) executive Greg Foran its new CEO. Micron Technology Inc fell -2.84%, with some traders citing South Korean press reports indicating that Micron's HBM4 offerings aren't fast enough for Nvidia Corp and thus will get shut out of the upcoming Vera Rubin graphics processing units (GPUs).

Last Friday's National Shutdown here in the USA raised a number of question that may or may not be answered in this week's program.  For starters, it is a (slight) shame none of the organizers saw fit to credit retired MLB veteran Derek Bell who popularized the phrase "Operation Shutdown" some 24 years ago.  While there's little in Bell's resume to indicate he'd be an effective ally for this particular movement, it would only have been POLITE to reach out to him> On a somewhat grander scale, last week's conversations had me wondering (seriously) can any of us go FIVE FUCKING MINUTES without being in some way, shape of form, complicit in the destruction, degradation and dehumanization of the oppressed (and soon-to-be oppressed)?  This very missive is being posted on multiple platforms that engage in the above literally every moment of the day. You're almost certainly reading it on a device that was assembled under the most harsh conditions (to put it in words you might understand, "much, much words than working at Kim's Underground").  You're probably saying, "there is no way the host of this show has anything profound or helpful to say on this matter", and you could be correct, however you'll not know for sure until you've heard all 131 minutes (at least once, perhaps several times). 

Our CIO and Chief U.S. Equity Strategist Mike Wilson discusses how the nomination of Kevin Warsh to lead the Fed could move markets.Read more insights from Morgan Stanley.----- Transcript -----Welcome to Thoughts on the Market. I'm Mike Wilson, Morgan Stanley's CIO and Chief U.S. Equity Strategist. Today on the podcast: The implications of Kevin Warsh's nomination as the next Fed Chair. It's Monday, February 2nd at 10 am in New York. So, let's get after it.Last Friday, President Trump officially nominated Kevin Warsh to be the next Chair of the Fed. The prevailing narrative around Warsh is fairly straightforward: he's seen as more hawkish on the size of the Fed's balance sheet, potentially more flexible on interest rates, and less comfortable with open-ended liquidity support than the current leadership. That characterization is fair, but it doesn't answer the more important question—why pick Warsh now, and what problem is this nomination trying to solve?In my view, the answer starts with markets, not politics. Over the past several months, we've witnessed parabolic moves in precious metals alongside persistent weakness in the U.S. dollar. While this administration has been very clear that a weaker dollar is not inherently a bad thing—especially as part of a broader economic rebalancing strategy—there's an important distinction between a controlled decline and a disorderly one.To understand why this matters so much, you need to zoom out. The administration is attempting to rebalance the U.S. economy across three dimensions simultaneously, all with the same ultimate goal—growing out of an enormous debt burden that's been building for more than two decades. At this point, simply cutting spending isn't realistic, economically or politically. Nominal growth is the only viable path forward.The current strategy is more supply side driven. It focuses on rebalancing trade through tariffs and a weaker dollar, shifting the economy away from over-consumption and toward investment, and addressing inequality through immigration enforcement and deregulation. The goal is to let companies—not the government—make capital allocation decisions, while boosting income through wages rather than entitlements. If it works, the result should be higher nominal growth with a healthier mix of real growth driven by productivity.Markets, to some extent, have already started to price this in. Since last spring, cyclical stocks have outperformed, market breadth has improved, and leadership has begun to rotate away from the mega-cap names that dominated the last cycle. Small and mid-cap stocks are working again too. That's exactly what you'd expect in the middle stages of a ‘hotter but shorter' expansion, my core view. At the same time, the surge in gold tells us something else is going on. Precious metals don't move like that unless investors are questioning the endgame.That's where Kevin Warsh comes in. His nomination appears designed to restore credibility around the balance sheet and slow the momentum of that skepticism. Based on Friday's price action, it worked. Gold and silver sold off sharply, the dollar strengthened modestly, and equities and rates stayed relatively stable. That combination buys time—and time is exactly what this strategy needs to work.One of the best ways to track whether markets are buying into this story is by watching the ratio of the S&P 500 to gold. It's a simple but powerful proxy for confidence in productive growth. The recent collapse was driven mostly by gold rising—and Friday's sharp reversal was mainly gold prices falling, one of the largest on record.That doesn't mean skepticism has been eliminated. Instead, it tells me the administration is paying attention and understands they need to restore confidence. If the ratio continues to recover, it will likely come first through lower gold prices and tighter liquidity expectations, and later through stronger earnings growth driven by productivity gains. That could mean near term risk for other risk assets, including equities. Bottom line, the current ‘run it hot' approach has a better chance of delivering sustainable growth than prior policy mixes—but it won't be smooth, and confidence will ebb and flow along the way. Watching how markets respond, especially through signals like gold, the dollar, and capital spending trends, will tell us whether this strategy ultimately succeeds. My view is that it's the best approach which keeps me bullish on 2026 even if the near term is more rocky.Thanks for tuning in; I hope you found it informative and useful. Let us know what you think by leaving us a review. And if you find Thoughts on the Market worthwhile, tell a friend or colleague to try it out!

Last Friday in January ended on a high note. Sam Raimi and Rachel McAdams say no more. "Send Help" is the review for today's episode. Follow Along: Phil's Twitter Website For The Love of Movies "Cloud Dancer " Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

“Jesus answered, “You don't really know what I am doing, but later you will understand.””‭‭John‬ ‭13‬:‭7‬ ‭CEVDCI‬‬Happy weekend everyone!!

If you live along the I(ce)-20 corridor from Dallas eastward through northern Louisiana into central Mississippi, you are fortunate to have electricity today (Monday, January 26). Some locations received a few inches of sleet and snow for the kids to play in.  Unfortunately, it was a layer of freezing rain which added another 1/2” or more of ice onto trees and power lines across the region on Saturday and Sunday. Several of the region’s electricity providers have power outage maps which are redder than Santa’s suit. Hundreds of thousands remain without power today.  Temperatures across the region are not expected to budge above freezing until Tuesday afternoon. Let’s try to warm things up today with a review of several interesting sports stories from this weekend which you may have missed. AFC Championship Game – New England Patriots 10, Denver Broncos 7 If you like snow, the second half of Sunday’s AFC title game in Denver was definitely the game for you! A 1 PM local kickoff started under sunny skies in the Mile High City.  Denver (playing without injured starting quarterback Bo Nix due to a broken ankle suffered one week ago) thrilled its orange-clad fans during the first quarter.  Back-up quarterback Jared “Stiddy” Stidham sparked the home team with a couple of timely completions in taking a 7-0 opening quarter lead. Who would have believed that seven points was all that Denver would score on Sunday afternoon? The resilient New England Patriots tied the game at 7-7 heading into halftime after “Stiddy” fumbled the football deep in Denver territory late in the second quarter.  New England quarterback Drake “Look ma…I can run!” Maye scampered in for a game-tying touchdown. Earlier snow flurries quickly turned into a Colorado snowstorm during the second half of this game. New England took advantage of the wind in the third quarter and booted a short field goal to grab a 10-7 lead going into the deciding fourth quarter. Denver’s defense provided its offense with several scoring opportunities. Alas, the Broncos failed to convert excellent field position into any points.  Former New Orleans Saints kicker Wil Lutz missed two field goal attempts.  “Stiddy” became unsteady with his second half passing game.  He also didn’t show much of an inclination to run the football when the opportunity presented itself. Denver finished a woeful 181 yards of total offense in the AFC title game.  New England wasn’t much better with just 206 total yards – mostly on the ground. NFC Championship Game – Seattle Seahawks 31, Los Angeles Rams 27 Seattle came into the NFC title game with one of the league’s best defenses and the home field advantage.  The visiting Los Angeles Rams rolled into Seattle after having won two difficult road playoff games by three points each at Carolina and Chicago. The Seattle Seahawks offense took center stage in this high scoring back-and-forth title game Sunday evening.  Surprising quarterback Sam Darnold (who is playing for his fifth team in eight NFL seasons) sparked the Seahawks by completing 25 of 36 pass attempts for 346 yards and three touchdowns.   More importantly, Darnold did not throw an interception or lose a fumble during Sunday’s game against the Rams. Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford looked sharp (as always) in keeping his team within striking distance.  He also passed for more than 300 yards with three touchdowns. The game’s outcome was unfortunately determined by a fumbled punt return by Rams’ special team player Xavier Smith early in the third quarter. Smith had dropped an earlier punt but quickly fell onto the ball.  On his second punt return attempt, Smith fell backwards while trying to secure the ball and fumbled deep in Rams’ territory.  The Patriots recovered and quickly took advantage.  One play later, Sam Darnold connected on a 17-yard touchdown pass to give Seattle a 24-13 lead which they would never surrender. The NFC #1 seed Seattle will now face the AFC’s #2 seed New England Patriots in the NFL title game in two weeks on Sunday, February 8 at 5:30PM CST and televised by NBC.  This year’s game will be played in Santa Clara, California on the home field of the San Francisco 49ers. Pittsburgh Steelers just hired…who? Former Dallas Cowboys coach Mike McCarthy was fired one year ago by team owner Jerry Jones. McCarthy posted three winning seasons out of his five years in Dallas.  However, his Cowboys’ teams went a woeful 1-3 in the NFL playoffs despite posting three consecutive 12-5 regular seasons from 2021-2023. Ironically, Pittsburgh Steelers’ longtime coach Mike Tomlin resigned two weeks ago after his team failed to win a playoff game for a record-tying seventh consecutive time. Saturday afternoon brought a surprising announcement that the Steelers had hired 62-year old Mike McCarthy to become the team’s fourth head coach since the year 1969.  Each of the previous three Steelers’ coaches (Chuck Noll, Bill Cowher, and Mike Tomlin) have taken Pittsburgh to one or more Super Bowl victories over the past 56 seasons. Before coming to Dallas, Mike McCarthy’s 13-year tenure in Green Bay (2006-2018) produced one Super Bowl champion at the conclusion of the 2010 season. Those Green Bay Packers were led by young quarterback Aaron Rodgers as they took a 31-25 win over Mike Tomlin’s Pittsburgh Steelers. A now-42 year old Aaron Rodgers became the Steelers’ quarterback last fall.  He piloted the Black and Gold to a 10-7 regular season and AFC North title.  However, the Steelers (and Aaron Rodgers in particular) were manhandled by the Houston Texans in an ugly 30-6 home playoff loss two weeks ago. Coach Mike Tomlin resigned the following day after 19 years in Steel City. Terrible Towel waving fans (like me) are now wondering what Steelers’ team owner Art Rooney II saw in Mike McCarthy to warrant giving him the head coaching job. Pittsburgh’s woeful offense struggled under coach Mike Tomlin.  Mike McCarthy’s success has come on the offensive side of the football, but his teams’ defenses in Dallas had been less than stellar. Can Mike McCarthy inject life into the Steelers’ offense while maintaining a top level defense? Dallas Cowboys fans are having a good laugh about the mighty Pittsburgh Steelers hiring their ex-coach.  Should Mike McCarthy succeed with the Steelers, Cowboys fans will have confirmation that the coach’s failure in Dallas was likely another case of meddling by team owner/general manager/face-of-the-franchise Jerry Jones. Speaking of meddling, Clemson football coach Dabo Swinney filed tampering charges vs. Ole Miss over a recent NIL transfer LSU’s new football coach Lane Kiffin has been jetting around the country signing NCAA transfer portal players by the dozens.  In South Carolina, Clemson football coach Dabo Swinney has been roundly criticized for the past few years for his well-known reluctance to participate in the NCAA Transfer Portal/NIL transfer sweepstakes game. The Clemson Tigers recently dipped into the transfer portal to lure University of California standout linebacker Luke Ferrelli with a nice NIL offer.  Ferrelli arrived at Clemson in mid-January.  He signed a revenue-sharing contract with Clemson and was already attending classes and football team meetings last week.   Until last Thursday, that is. Ole Miss apparently waved significantly more money (a reported $1 million per year for two seasons) under the nose of Luke Ferrelli during the final days of the latest NCAA transfer portal period.  It was enough to convince the young man to leave Clemson immediately and report to Oxford to play for the Ole Miss Rebels beginning this fall. Clemson is understandably fuming about this situation.  Coach Dabo Swinney and Clemson’s legal staff plan to file tampering charges against Ole Miss. Last Friday afternoon, Coach Swinney said, “It’s not about a linebacker at Clemson.  I don’t want anyone on our team that doesn’t want to be here.  It’s about the next kid and about the message being sent if this blatant tampering is allowed to happen without any consequences.” He added, “This is like having an affair on your honeymoon!” It appears that Clemson’s Dabo Swinney doesn’t want to annul the transfer linebacker’s hasty shotgun marriage to Ole Miss last week. Coach Swinney (like most college football fans) urgently wants the NCAA to enact some common sense rules to govern the Transfer Portal and then enforce them with stiff penalties for the offending parties. Good luck with that one, coach!  The NCAA that once struck fear into college athletics programs for wrongdoing seems to have vanished over the past decade. You can only hope to be as successful as Mayberry’s Gomer Pyle when he made a citizen’s arrest of Deputy Barney Fife!   The post Icy Monday Sports Update appeared first on SwampSwamiSports.com.

The Last Friday show before the Snow gets here. Mo reacts to a local column suggesting the Reds should move on from Phil Castellini's comments from four years ago, he discusses the Bengals backup QB situation, and he wonders if it would've been better had the Reds not pursued Kyle Schwarber. Also, it's going to snow this weekend. Podcasts of The Mo Egger Radio Show are a service of Longnecks Sports Grill.Listen to the show live weekday afternoons 3:00 - 6:00 on ESPN1530. Listen Live: ESPN1530.com/listenGet more: https://linktr.ee/MoEggerFollow on X: @MoEggerInstagram too: @MoEggerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Last Friday show before the Snow gets here. Mo reacts to a local column suggesting the Reds should move on from Phil Castellini's comments from four years ago, he discusses the Bengals backup QB situation, and he wonders if it would've been better had the Reds not pursued Kyle Schwarber. Also, it's going to snow this weekend. Podcasts of The Mo Egger Radio Show are a service of Longnecks Sports Grill.Listen to the show live weekday afternoons 3:00 - 6:00 on ESPN1530. Listen Live: ESPN1530.com/listenGet more: https://linktr.ee/MoEggerFollow on X: @MoEggerInstagram too: @MoEggerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

*Like, subscribe, comment, and follow us on social media!*Indiana. Miami. January 19th.That's the one game separating the Hoosiers from college football immortality. Last Friday, the Hoosiers stomped on the Oregon Ducks, 56-22, in front of a VERY pro-Hoosier crowd in Atlanta. Nithin and Matt recap the game from D'Angelo Ponds' pick-six to the UNREAL Hoosier support in Georgia to Fernando Mendoza's brilliance. They also give a quick peek ahead at the matchup with Miami.WEBSITE: https://www.indianahq.com/• Twitter: https://twitter.com/thehoosiersound • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thehoosiersound/ • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/indiana.hq/ • iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1282226985?mt=2&ls=1 • Google Podcasts: https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cDovL3d3dy5zcHJlYWtlci5jb20vc2hvdy8yNjc3NTkyL2VwaXNvZGVzL2ZlZWQ • Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0lk71fzLgbLP76iPNA14cP • iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/the-hoosier-sound-28550408/?cmp=web_share • TuneIn Radio: http://tun.in/pi2cE • Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/the-hoosier-sound

To begin my 14th year of podcasting, my 335th interview is with John Abraham, Professor of Thermal Science and Fluid Mechanics at the University of St. Thomas. Prof. Abraham joins me for a fifth time or for a fifth consecutive year to discuss ocean warming in 2025 and the increasingly frightening consequences thereof. Last Friday, Prof Abraham along with 54 research colleagues published in “Advances in Atmospheric Sciences” the article, “Ocean Heat Content Sets Another Record in 2025.” Their research found that in 2025 oceans absorbed 23 zetajoules (n followed by 21 zeros) of heat (30% more than in '2024), a finding consistent with the fact that nearly every year since the start of the millennium has sent a new ocean heat record. In turn, the authors note long-term ocean heat accumulation contributed to extreme climate-related events in 2025 that included increasingly intense tropical cyclones, hurricanes and typhoons, heavier downpours (e.g., in late October Central Vietnam received 5.5 feet of rain in 24 hours), greater flooding, landslides, wildfires, longer marine heatwaves, increasingly decimated sea life, ice sheet loss and sea level rise that in sum impacted billions around the world. As I noted in previous years, ocean surface temps are now warming 40 times faster than 40 years ago. Because ocean heat content plays a fundamental role in the Earth's energy, water and carbon cycles, warming ocean temperatures disrupt marine life that substantially threaten the availability of food we eat and the oxygen we breathe. Abraham and colleagues' article, “Ocean Heat Content Sets Another Record in 2025,” is at: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00376-026-5876-0. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.thehealthcarepolicypodcast.com

Have you ever had to wait for something? Maybe it was a toy that you wanted, maybe your parents had to wait for a different job. There are lots of times that we have to wait, and that can be hard, can't it? But it's important to trust that God will work things out in His timing. This week we are learning about David and how he waited until God's timing to be the king of Israel.Year B Quarter 1 Week 2All Bible verses are from the NKJVHymn: God Will Take Care of YouWrite to Ms. Katie: seedpod@startingwithjesus.comKatie's Korner: https://startingwithjesus.com/katies-korner/Find the Lessons Here: Kindergarten https://bit.ly/SeedPodKLessonsPrimary https://bit.ly/SeedPodPLessonsConnect with Website: https://startingwithjesus.comStarting With Jesus - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/StartingWithJesusSeedPod - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCvU2FBPEL5-Zi2QW0STVLg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/startingwithjesusFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/startingwithjesusAcknowledgments:Bible Readings this Week: SummerPodcast Producer: Katie ChitwoodSound Engineer: Dillon AustinMy Bible First, https://bit.ly/SeedPodLesson  for use of their Bible Lesson curriculum.AudioVerse, https://www.audioverse.org/  for partnering with us and supporting our ministry.Lindsey Mills, for writing and performing our SeedPod Kids Theme Song & Background Music. To learn more about her music or to get her CD, email her: lindsey@startingwithjesus.com 

Last Friday we talked about Scott's recent sailing on the Disney Fantasy and today we are talking about Mike's cruise on the new Disney Destiny last week! Hear about his first experience sailing out of Fort Lauderdale, staying at the Hilton Marina, discussion of the staterooms, main dining rooms, entertainment onboard, layout of the ship, and if you can enjoy the ship even if you don't know much about Marvel! We have lots to discuss on today's show! Please share your thoughts over on the Discord channel at www.beourguestpodcast.com/clubhouse. We hope you enjoy today's podcast!  Please visit our website at www.beourguestpodcast.com.  Thank you so much for your support of our podcast! Become a Patron of the show at www.Patreon.com/BeOurGuestPodcast. Also, please follow the show on Twitter @BeOurGuestMike and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/beourguestpodcast.   Thanks to our friends at The Magic For Less Travel for sponsoring today's podcast!

Does Christmas bring you opportunities, or obligations? Or both?What gift should I bring? What dish should I make? What outfit should I wear? How do I set the timer for the Christmas lights?The holiday season can put a lot of pressure on us. This pressure keeps us from fully experiencing joy and meaning. This year, what if you turn down the pressure and turn up the purpose? This can happen if you approach the season intentionally. Here are a few simple ways to do that:1. Choose a plan that fits your budgetThere are countless meaningful ways to celebrate Christmas. Look at your budget and let your heart dream within it.We often think more money will fix everything, but imagination creates far more than money can buy. Last Friday my wife and I picked up friends and helped someone decorate their home. The only cost was time, but the meaning and fun was very high.2. Choose experiencesDecember is filled with opportunities: light displays, concerts, gatherings, car rides with Christmas tunes.Instead of asking, "What can I buy?" ask, "What can we do together?"Most years, I make ornaments on a lathe in my garage and invite friends to join me. It's simple, fun, and relational.3. Choose small thingsBig gifts look amazing in commercials, but most people don't need them, and many can't afford them.Instead of one big gift, scatter small acts of kindness throughout the month. Deliver a special coffee. Drop off baked goods. Invite someone to watch a game.A friend of ours runs a cookie business. Every year we volunteer a couple hours to help box orders. It's small, but fun and meaningful.4. Choose confidence and communicateWhen you set an intentional plan, communicate it. You might relieve others of pressure they've been carrying silently.At Thanksgiving, I shared our plan: "If you need anything during December, a cup of coffee, cocoa, anything, just send a text." Sharing this opened up conversation and set a tone for the entire family.5. Choose to leadIf you have kids, they need to be taught how to celebrate Christmas.Instead of feeling pressured to spoil them, show them what it means to give. Let them experience the joy of serving others. These are the memories that shape them for life.This season, choose purpose over pressure.You don't have to keep up with culture's pace.You get to choose what matters, and then live it.If you would like to donate to help with the inmates in prison, or with the students in school, here is the link: https://markdelaney.com/donate/Support the show

Brian Walshe has been on trial for the murder of his wife Anna. Last Friday brought closing arguments. Today, the jury came back with a guilty verdict. In this episode, we share the highlights and lowlights of the closing arguments, as well as the reading of the verdict. Join our squad! Kristi and Katie share true crime stories and give you actionable things you can do to help, all with a wicked sense of humor.Merch Store: https://truecrimesquad-shop.fourthwall.com/Follow our True Crime Trials Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TrueCrimeSquadTrialsFollow our True Crime Shorts Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@truecrimesquadshorts-t6iWant to Support our work and get extra perks?https://buymeacoffee.com/truecrimesquadLooking for extra content?https://www.patreon.com/truecrimesquad*Social Media Links*Facebook: www.facebook.com/truecrimesquadFacebook Discussion Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/215774426330767Website: https://www.truecrimesquad.comTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@truecrimesquadBlueSky- https://bsky.app/profile/truecrimesquad.bsky.social True Crime Squad on Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/5gIPqBHJLftbXdRgs1Bqm1

Last Friday, Netflix announced that they would be acquiring Warner Bros. Discovery, a massive megamerger that would let the number one streaming service acquire the third biggest streamer (HBO Max), the entire Warner Bros. film catalog, its cable channels, and the Discovery+ streaming service. But before any shareholders could celebrate, Paramount Skydance, the megaconglomerate led by the Trump-favored Ellison family, launched a hostile takeover. Which company will emerge victorious here…will the biggest loser be the cinephile consumer? Guest: Nitish Pahwa, Slate staff writer covering business and tech. Want more What Next? Subscribe to Slate Plus to access ad-free listening to the whole What Next family and across all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts by clicking “Try Free” at the top of our show page. Sign up now at slate.com/whatnextplus to get access wherever you listen. Podcast production by Elena Schwartz, Paige Osburn, Anna Phillips, Madeline Ducharme, and Rob Gunther.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Last Friday, Netflix announced that they would be acquiring Warner Bros. Discovery, a massive megamerger that would let the number one streaming service acquire the third biggest streamer (HBO Max), the entire Warner Bros. film catalog, its cable channels, and the Discovery+ streaming service. But before any shareholders could celebrate, Paramount Skydance, the megaconglomerate led by the Trump-favored Ellison family, launched a hostile takeover. Which company will emerge victorious here…will the biggest loser be the cinephile consumer? Guest: Nitish Pahwa, Slate staff writer covering business and tech. Want more What Next? Subscribe to Slate Plus to access ad-free listening to the whole What Next family and across all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts by clicking “Try Free” at the top of our show page. Sign up now at slate.com/whatnextplus to get access wherever you listen. Podcast production by Elena Schwartz, Paige Osburn, Anna Phillips, Madeline Ducharme, and Rob Gunther.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Last Friday, Netflix announced that they would be acquiring Warner Bros. Discovery, a massive megamerger that would let the number one streaming service acquire the third biggest streamer (HBO Max), the entire Warner Bros. film catalog, its cable channels, and the Discovery+ streaming service. But before any shareholders could celebrate, Paramount Skydance, the megaconglomerate led by the Trump-favored Ellison family, launched a hostile takeover. Which company will emerge victorious here…will the biggest loser be the cinephile consumer? Guest: Nitish Pahwa, Slate staff writer covering business and tech. Want more What Next? Subscribe to Slate Plus to access ad-free listening to the whole What Next family and across all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts by clicking “Try Free” at the top of our show page. Sign up now at slate.com/whatnextplus to get access wherever you listen. Podcast production by Elena Schwartz, Paige Osburn, Anna Phillips, Madeline Ducharme, and Rob Gunther.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Housing and medication assistance are at risk for dozens of people living with HIV in southcentral Pennsylvania. Gov. Josh Shapiro’s administration ordered a mid-year 25% budget cut to the state’s regional HIV service providers. Mehmet Oz, the former TV personality and US Senate candidate from Pennsylvania, is now Administrator of the federal program which oversees Medicare and Medicaid. Last Friday, Dr. Oz joined U.S. Rep. Rob Bresnahan in Scranton to discuss health care, and the Rural Health Transformation Fund, a recently enacted provision that will provide $50 billion to states over five years. A new specialty type of spa - head spas - are gaining a strong following among beauty influencers and wellness buffs who want to focus on scalp and hair health. Matt Campbell has officially been introduced as the 17th head football coach at Penn State. And The State Museum of Pennsylvania has a variety of festive-themed events coming up ...including an America 250 exhibit. If you want a deep dive on the new exhibit, check out The Sparks episode on it below. https://omny.fm/shows/the-spark/holiday-magic-honor-roll-highlights-america-250-a-celebration-across-pennsylvania A new film reveals the faults in Pennsylvania’s system to protect older adults from abuse and neglect. And West York Borough is seeking artwork for its memorial gallery honoring fallen Police Officer Andrew Duarte. In uncertain times, our community counts on facts, not noise. Support the journalism and programming that keep you informed. Donate now at www.witf.org/givenow.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last Friday, the world watched as the participants for the 2026 FIFA World Cup were drawn into their groups for what may be the most epic soccer tournament of our lives to date. Spread across three countries — US, Mexico, and Canada — a historic 48 teams will take part in this next World Cup. It promises to be an amazing time. Today on the From the Touchline podcast, I share some thoughts on the world’s biggest stage for the Beautiful Game. Listen at your own risk to my poor opinions and commentary and make up your own mind! From the Touchline is a short-feature podcast with Rev Brad Kenney, Founder and Executive Director of Soccer Chaplains United and Volunteer Chaplain to the Colorado Rapids of Major League Soccer. Rev Brad and occasional guests touch on various issues around the topics of faith, family, and football (soccer). Also, don’t forget that you can listen in our app, SoccrChapUtd, in the Apple and Google store.

Last Friday, Centers for Disease Control vaccine advisers changed the recommendation of a routine hepatitis B shot for all newborns, a change widely viewed as a victory for Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Now, health experts warn the change could undo decades of public health improvements, and parents are left with unclear guidance. USA TODAY Consumer Health Reporter Ken Alltucker joins USA TODAY's The Excerpt to look at how this decision will affect children and families across the country.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Rebel architect Frank Gehry believed architecture IS art. He strived to evoke emotion in every design. Last Friday, Gehry died at 96 but he never stopped creating. In 2017, IDEAS producer Mary Lynk had a rare opportunity to spend two days with Gehry at his LA studio. Their wide-ranging conversation covers many aspects of his life and career, including a moment at 40 when the sight of an ancient piece of art from 500 BC led him to weep. "I think if you went and looked at it, you would cry too," he told Lynk.*This conversation is a two-part series that delves into Frank Gehry's infusion of humanity into his designs.

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The I Only Listen to 90s Music crew is back once again. This episode they discuss: 3:07 Rock N Roll Hall of Fame inductees Outkast and Salt-N-Pepa 8:40 En Vogue back in group drama 13:47 Which R&B and Hip Hop Artists need to be inducted into the Rock N Roll Hall of Fame 25:22 Stevie Wonder was almost on Quincy Jones' Secret Garden and not James Ingram 31:30 How do you feel about this Different World Reboot On Netflix? 43:45 The Brian McKnight Saga just keeps a going 59:56 Aaron McGruder is helping write "The Last Friday" 1:03:42 Jermain Dupri is you are going to allow AI artists to win Grammy's give Milli Vanilli there's back 1:10:03 Diddy Watch: The Reckoning Documentary 1:13:07 When did you figure out Lisa Stansfield was white? 1:20:20 The Best Hip Hop album covers of all time 1:27:58 Revisiting Snoop Dogg's classic album "Doggystyle" Join the I Only Listen to 90s Music Facebook Group http://bit.ly/3k0UEDe        Follow I Only Listen to 90s Music on IG https://bit.ly/3sbCphv       Follow SOLC Network online Instagram: https://bit.ly/39VL542                          Twitter: https://bit.ly/39aL395                          Facebook: https://bit.ly/3sQn7je                To Listen to the podcast Podbean https://bit.ly/3t7SDJH                      YouTube http://bit.ly/3ouZqJU                      Spotify http://spoti.fi/3pwZZnJ                     Apple http://apple.co/39rwjD1  IHeartRadio http://ihr.fm/2L0A2y  

Last Friday, South African women shut down the country a day before the G20 Summit - an initiative led by Women for Change. Across the country, thousands gathered at midday to bring the country to a standstill and honour those who have lost their lives to gender-based violence and femicide. With 16 Days of Activism approaching, it's crucial that we keep this momentum going. Today, we're re-releasing an episode born from 16 Days of Activism in Ethiopia, where — like South Africa — women face alarming levels of harassment and violence. Lella Miskir walks through the streets of Addis Ababa, armed with a small, red whistle. Her online campaign, #MyWhistleMyVoice, encourages women to blow their whistle every time a man catcalls them, acts inappropriately towards them, or assaults them. The shrill of her whistle is a reminder that across the continent, our struggles are shared.        Last year, Lella faced death threats for her campaign, forcing her to flee to a remote island. Now, Lella has emerged from a transformative year, declaring herself "the monster that keeps respawning after they thought they killed it." In a powerful new act of resistance, she is hosting a workshop at a feminist festival and committing to a unique act of solidarity: screaming once a day for all 16 days, recording her cry for women worldwide. ________Support the work of Radio Workshop by donating today. Support the showWe can only do this work because of your support. You can make a donation at radioworkshop.org.

It's Thursday, November 20th, A.D. 2025. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Jonathan Clark Muslims in Congo killed 17 patients in a Christian hospital Sheer evil has struck Africa again. Last Friday, Muslim militants with the Allied Democratic Forces killed 17 people at a Christian hospital in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.  The armed rebels killed patients in their hospital beds, including women who were nursing their babies. Such civilian massacres are becoming more common in the Christian-majority area. Congo is ranked 35th on the Open Doors' World Watch List of the most dangerous countries to be a Christian. Open Doors' profile for the country notes, “Allied with the Islamic State group, the [Allied Democratic Forces] abduct and kill Christians and attack churches, leading to widespread terror, insecurity and displacement.” European Court of Human Rights denied rights of unborn humans The European Court of Human Rights  ruled in favor of abortion last week, denying the rights of unborn humans. The case began when a woman wanted to get an abortion in Poland after discovering her baby had a genetic disorder. However, Poland's Constitutional Tribunal had struck down abortion on the basis of disability.  So, the woman travelled abroad for an abortion and challenged Poland's decision. The European court ruled against Poland in the case. Dr. Felix Böllmann with Alliance Defending Freedom International warned, “This judgment sends a troubling signal that the Court is again willing to overstep its role. The Court should return to its original mission of protecting genuine human rights, not inventing false ones.” Isaiah 10:1-2 says, “Woe to those who decree unrighteous decrees, who write misfortune, which they have prescribed to rob the needy of justice ... that widows may be their prey, and that they may rob the fatherless.” U.S. pregnancy centers are seeing growth In the United States, pregnancy centers are seeing growth in recent years. The Charlotte Lozier Institute released its 2025 National Pregnancy Center Report. The study found 2,775 pregnancy centers provided over $452 million in care, education, and material goods to families in 2024. The centers also saw over one million new clients for the first time last year. That's the equivalent of each location serving a new client every day! The phase out of the unnecessary Department of Education The U.S. Department of Education announced Tuesday it is handing off major responsibilities to other federal agencies. This is part of the Trump administration's plan to close the department.  The plan transfers major programs to the Departments of Labor, Interior, State as well as Health and Human Services. Listen to comments from U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon. MCMAHON: “The announcement really follows the plan that President Trump has had since Day 1, and that is returning education to the states.  He fully believes, as do I, the best education is that that is closest to the child, and not one run from a bureaucracy in Washington D.C.” Only 11% of U.S. churchgoers have Biblical worldview Christian researcher Dr. George Barna released his latest survey on the worldview of Americans, specifically regular churchgoers. The report found only 11% of churchgoers have a Biblical worldview. Only 54% say the Bible is the inspired, error-free Word of God. About 50% or less believe the Bible speaks clearly on moral issues. And 32% of churchgoers now prefer socialism over capitalism. Dr. David Closson, Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview at the Family Research Council, commented on the study.  He said, “The answer to these trends is not despair, but a return to the faithful proclamation of God's Word. We must help Christians connect their zeal for God with the knowledge of God, as Scripture commands in Romans 10:2.” That verse says, “For I bear them witness that they have a zeal for God, but not according to knowledge.” WalMart CEO and Berkshire Hathaway CEO retire And finally, CEOs of U.S. companies are leaving at record rates this year. This comes as many executives are reaching retirement age. For example, 59-year-old Doug McMillion will retire from being CEO of Walmart next year after leading the retailer's growth for over a decade.  In another case, 95-year-old Warren Buffett is stepping down as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway this year. After 60 years in leadership, the renowned investor sent out his final letter to shareholders last week.  In his final thoughts, Buffett wrote, “Greatness does not come about through accumulating great amounts of money. When you help someone in any of thousands of ways, you help the world. Kindness is costless but also priceless. Whether you are religious or not, it's hard to beat The Golden Rule as a guide to behavior.” Buffett's billions funded millions of abortions Too bad Buffet has not used his resources to treat the unborn children in the womb with such Golden Rule kindness. Instead, the Media Research Center reported that Buffett's grants to abortion groups through the Buffett Foundation totaled at least $1.3 billion between 1989 and 2012. (The tax returns from 1997 to 2000 were missing.)  The New York Times reported, “Most of the [Buffet] Foundation's spending goes to abortion and contraception.”  Buffett's biographer describes him as having “a Malthusian dread” of population growth among the poor. And the Buffett Foundation's spending in this area was accelerating rapidly as the 2000s unfolded. Beneficiaries of Buffett's deadly giving include $300 million for abortion giant Planned Parenthood as well as millions more for the National Abortion Rights Action League, the National Abortion Federation, Catholics for a Free Choice, Abortion Access Project, Population Council, Marie Stopes International, the Center for Reproductive Rights, and dozens of other pro-abortion advocates. In addition, the Buffett Foundation gave money that was instrumental in creating the abortion drug RU-486 and pushing it through clinical trials. Tragically, 63% of mothers who abort in America today use this deadly drug to kill their babies. Close And that's The Worldview on this Thursday, Novem ber 20th, in the year of our Lord 2025. Follow us on X  or subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus

Navigating Market Volatility: Why Income-Focused Investing Beats Speculation for Kentucky Retirement When the tech-heavy Nasdaq drops 4% in a week and market sentiment shifts dramatically, how should those thinking about retirement or already in retirement respond? In this timely market update from The Financial Hour of The Tom Dupree Show, Tom Dupree and Mike Johnson provide real-time insights into recent market turbulence while reinforcing a critical principle: predictable income trumps price speculation when you’re living off your portfolio. Unlike mass-market advisory firms that leave clients guessing about portfolio holdings during volatile periods, Dupree Financial Group’s personalized investment management approach ensures you understand exactly what you own and why. This episode demonstrates how direct access to portfolio managers who invest in individual securities—rather than opaque packaged products—provides clarity and confidence when markets get choppy. Key Takeaways: Market Insights and Retirement Strategy Tech Sell-Off Context: The Dow dropped 794 points on Thursday as growth stocks pulled back from stretched valuations—a predictable correction in what Tom calls a “toppy market” Fed Rate Cut Expectations Shift: Market pricing for a December Fed rate cut moved from 95% probability to essentially a coin flip (50/50) in just days, affecting growth stock valuations Conservative Portfolios Outperform During Volatility: While the Nasdaq fell 4%, Dupree Financial Group’s dividend-focused, income-producing portfolio actually made money during the same period Flight to Quality Emerges: Investors moving toward healthcare, Berkshire Hathaway, and dividend-paying stocks as speculation cools Retirement Income Is Everything: Cash flow predictability matters more than price appreciation when you’re living off your investments 2026 Contribution Limits Announced: 401(k) increases to $24,500; IRAs to $7,500; new Roth catch-up rules for high earners Opportunities in Volatility: Dupree Financial Group added several positions in recent weeks, including quality names like Kroger Understanding the Recent Tech Sell-Off: What Happened and Why Tom Dupree opens the episode with characteristic directness about Thursday’s market action: “Stocks notch worst day in over a month as tech sell-off intensifies. The market was down 794, which you know, was probably about right and I think it’s still going down today.” But rather than expressing alarm, Tom’s reaction is measured: “I mean, you had to have known it was gonna happen.” Mike Johnson provides context: “Last Friday, you had a huge downdraft early Friday morning, and then it turned around, came back. That is a sign of a toppy market. At some point, you’ll get a longer sell-off.” Why Growth Stocks Pulled Back Tom explains the mechanics behind the sell-off: “When you have things trading at stretch multiples, you don’t necessarily have to have bad news for those things to come back down to earth. Sometimes just the news—they run up on the news or the expectation of the news, then they come off on the news itself.” This phenomenon particularly affects high-growth technology stocks that trade at premium valuations. Mike notes: “Since last Monday, the Nasdaq is down about 4%. That’s the super speculative, more growthy kind of names.” For those thinking about retirement in Kentucky, this volatility underscores why personalized portfolio analysis focused on income production rather than speculation provides more sustainable results. How Fed Rate Expectations Impact Growth Stocks One of the week’s most significant developments involved a dramatic shift in Federal Reserve rate cut expectations. Mike explains: “The market has drastically changed its expectations in terms of a Fed rate cut in December. It was priced in like 95% chance that they were gonna cut rates in December. Today, that’s basically a coin flip—50/50 is where it’s pricing it in.” The Interest Rate and Growth Stock Connection Why does this matter for stock valuations? Mike provides the technical explanation: “Growth stocks will typically warrant a higher multiple when rates are low or going down, positively correlated to falling interest rates. Warren Buffett used to talk about it—it’s the risk-free rate of return, typically the US government bond.” Tom adds practical context: “If it is lower, then it allows for a growth stock’s P/E to go higher. It doesn’t always correlate directly, but at times, there is a positive correlation that way. It’s a tailwind—it allows for the speculation, gives it permission to go higher.” However, both emphasize this is “not at all necessarily related to their business or how well it’s doing.” A company can report strong earnings and still see its stock drop 30% if market expectations were even higher. This disconnect between business fundamentals and stock price movements highlights why the Dupree Financial Group investment philosophy prioritizes income-producing securities over growth speculation for retirement portfolios. Conservative Portfolio Performance: Making Money While Tech Falls Tom shares a striking performance contrast: “Our firm, the portfolio we manage, is a more conservative setup. We’ve actually made a little money in here. Doesn’t mean we’ll always do that, but if you want to invest in the growth of America over a long period of time, you should have some money in growth stocks.” He explains their balanced approach: “We’re beginning to buy some around the margins. Not doing too well at it the last couple of days, but it’s tiny smidgen amounts. But we will do well with it because I think our research is good that we’re doing.” The Dividend and Bond Foundation The portfolio’s resilience comes from its core structure. Tom details: “For the other mix, we are buying dividend-paying stocks that are well known and government bonds. And so it’s enabled us to put together a pretty good year so far. We’re a month and a half from being over with.” This approach demonstrates a fundamental principle for those in or approaching retirement: predictable income from dividends and bonds provides stability that growth speculation cannot match. Mike reinforces this: “You made a lot of money, especially since April, in these growthier names. But they all finally give up the ghost at some point.” Flight to Quality: Where Smart Money Is Moving Mike identifies an important trend: “The last two weeks, you have started to see the—if you want to call it—flight to quality. You started to see areas broaden out into the rally, broaden out into other areas. Healthcare has actually done pretty well.” The Berkshire Hathaway Example Tom shares a specific investment decision that illustrates their active management approach: “We sold our Berkshire at a very nice price, and it pulled way back. And now we’re back in. We weren’t market timing—we were simply looking at the valuation and based on where investors seemed to think the company was gonna go, given that the big dude was just retiring. We thought it was too expensive. Sold it, bought it back. Looks like they’re still executing.” Mike adds context: “He actually just put out his Thanksgiving letter. It was five, six pages. He kind of does his little stories in there growing up. It was a nice letter. I’d encourage listeners to go read it.” The letter mentions Greg Abel (Buffett’s successor), gives a shout-out to Charlie Munger, and confirms Buffett will continue writing Thanksgiving letters, though stepping back from shareholder letters and annual meeting speaking. Tom notes why Berkshire attracts capital during volatile periods: “You saw a flight to quality because they have just an enormous cash hoard right now, and plus the businesses that they own—those are rock solid good companies.” This selective buying and selling based on valuation—rather than following index allocations—exemplifies the advantages of personalized investment management over autopilot strategies. Technology’s Impact on Employment: The Verizon Example Mike highlights a trend emerging from the AI and technology revolution: “You’ve seen several companies announce large job layoffs this week. Verizon announced 15,000 cut to the workforce, but when you look at it as an investor, this is the aspect of AI and just technology that we’ve been talking about the last year.” He explains the market’s reaction: “As the technology matures, you’re gonna see companies benefit from just the economies of scale. Verizon, ‘s stock was green, partly because of that announcement. They also appointed a new CEO who’s gonna focus more on the customer.” Tom adds historical perspective: “Anytime there’s a technological revolution, there’s a retraining process.” For Kentucky retirement planning, this underscores the importance of owning quality companies that can adapt to technological change while continuing to generate income—the type of holdings you can actually see and understand when working with local financial advisors who provide portfolio transparency. 2026 Retirement Account Contribution Limits: What You Need to Know Mike provides timely information for retirement savers: “They just came out with the new contribution limits for 401(k)s and IRAs for 2026.” The New Numbers 401(k) Contribution Limit: Increased to $24,500 (up $1,000) IRA Contribution Limit: Increased to $7,500 Catch-Up Contributions Age 60-63: Even higher contribution allowed during this specific age window Important New Rule for High Earners Mike highlights a critical change: “If you have a 401(k) with your employer and you’re—as the IRS quantifies it—a high earner (which in their definition is if you make over $150,000), if you do a 401(k) catch-up to your plan, which that’s if you’re over 50, they changed the rule on this. That catch-up contribution now has to go to a Roth 401(k).” He acknowledges the complexity: “It gets a little complicated because of if it’s this, then it’s that and the little rules. If you have questions about your 401(k), give us a call. We can talk with you about it because the rules are important. You want to maximize the assets that you have and you want to use everything to your advantage that’s given to you.” Beyond the 401(k): Why You Need Additional Investment Strategies Tom delivers a contrarian perspective on retirement planning’s most popular vehicle: “Money that you can save aside that’s not in a 401(k)—that is actually your own money. You can invest that money far more creatively than you can within most 401(k) plans.” He continues: “I would actually advise people not to use their 401(k) as their sole retirement planning source. Invest in some things outside of that that you can—buy some stocks. You can’t buy stocks inside a 401(k). I’m glad to have 401(k) rollovers when they come to us. I think it’s great. I’m glad that people have built money over time, but it’s not the most creative way to invest.” The In-Service Rollover Strategy Mike offers a solution many don’t know exists: “Let’s say you’re still working and you’re 59 and a half. The employer matches—you can still take part in the employer match into the 401(k), but you can take your balance of the 401(k), move that to an IRA. It’s what’s called an in-service rollover. No tax consequences.” The advantage? “Then you can invest it in some of these other things that we’ve been talking about. You can do that while at the same time still utilizing the 401(k) for the match or the tax deferral. It’s just strategically using the tools that are available.” This flexibility allows those approaching retirement to maintain employer matching benefits while gaining access to individual stock and bond investing—the foundation of Dupree Financial Group’s income-focused approach. Retirement’s Real Risk: Running Out of Money vs. Running Out of Life Tom references the statistic Mike shared in a previous episode: “You were talking about earlier—there was a study done that Americans are more worried about running out of money than they are about death.” He connects this to retirement timing: “I would think that applies more to people who’ve already retired who know that they’re not doing anything more to put anything back. That’s why I tell people, if you don’t have to, don’t retire because it’s not good for you. It’s good for people to have something to do, a reason to get out of bed in the morning, a reason to do this, to do that.” The Purpose Question: What Are You Retiring To? Mike emphasizes a critical distinction: “The biggest success stories of clients have been people who have that—what are you retiring to? It’s not where you’re retiring from. What are you retiring to? That’s where we’ve always seen success—is when they’re engaged, they’re active. And a lot of times, more and more often, it’s some sort of gainful employment.” Tom agrees: “Gainful employment can be a lot of things, but it has to be something that requires you to be involved in something—putting some points on the board.” For Kentucky retirement planning, this philosophical perspective complements the financial strategy: combining meaningful activity with income-producing investments creates both purpose and security. Why Retirement Is Inherently Risky (And How to Mitigate That Risk) Mike delivers a candid assessment: “The idea of retirement—I don’t care how big the pool of assets are—the idea of retirement is a risky proposition just because it’s unnerving. It’s scary. It’s a scary thing for people for a reason because you’re giving up control. You’re trying to replicate an income stream through the assets that you’ve saved. So it is a risky thing just by nature, and people are living longer.” He defines the advisor’s role: “Our job as advisors to our clients, as investors, is how do we in the most prudent way produce an income stream?” Tom responds: “Well, that’s where the rubber meets the road—cash flow. And to do that takes experience. You have to have seen some things in the past that worked and some things that didn’t work.” This accumulated wisdom—47 years in Tom’s case—represents a significant advantage of working with experienced local financial advisors rather than being assigned an investment counselor at a large national firm who may lack this historical perspective and market cycle experience. Finding Opportunities in Market Volatility Tom shifts to the practical implications of recent market choppiness: “Right now, you’re gonna need to look at some of these stocks that have gotten beat up and find some bargains in there because they’re gonna be there. There’s always opportunities.” He recalls recent successful positioning: “In April, when everybody was scared to death, you’re starting to see some things now that we’ve added several things to the portfolio in the last three weeks.” The Kroger Purchase: Quality at Reasonable Prices When asked to name something recognizable they’ve added, Tom reveals: “One place where you buy your milk and your gasoline—Kroger. We bought some Kroger.” This purchase exemplifies several principles: Buying quality companies during market weakness Investing in businesses that people actually use and understand Focusing on stable, dividend-paying companies rather than speculation Taking advantage of price volatility to acquire good businesses at better valuations This active decision-making—buying specific companies for specific reasons at specific times—contrasts sharply with passive index investing that automatically buys whatever the index holds, regardless of valuation or business quality. Review the market commentary archive to see how Dupree Financial Group has identified opportunities across various market environments. The Cornerstone of Retirement Portfolios: Predictable Income Mike emphasizes the foundation of their approach: “Markets are choppy—that’ll probably continue. That’s the nature of markets. But just you have to be diligent, always looking for opportunities, always looking for things that accomplish your goals. Fundamentals—look at the companies. That’s what we’re doing. We try to do that every day. We try to find things that work for our clients. That’s the goal.” He highlights what makes this possible: “But there’s accountability. Our clients know what they own. And the cornerstone of the portfolio is income because that is more predictable than price appreciation or price movement.” Tom connects this to retirement reality: “It’s very important in retirement too because you’ve got to have income to pay the bills that you’re used to having your work income pay for.” This focus on predictable cash flow rather than unpredictable price appreciation represents the fundamental difference between speculation and sustainable retirement investing. Portfolio Transparency: Knowing What You Own and Why Throughout the episode, the theme of transparency and accountability recurs. When clients can see exactly which companies they own—Kroger, Berkshire Hathaway, dividend-paying stocks, government bonds—they understand where their retirement income originates. This contrasts with: Index funds where you own whatever 500 companies meet arbitrary criteria Target-date funds that Tom calls “zero in terms of creativity” Annuities backed by insurance company bond portfolios you never see Any “black box” product that obscures actual holdings The advantage of transparency becomes especially clear during volatile markets like the current environment. When the Nasdaq drops 4% but your portfolio generates positive returns, you understand why: you own dividend-producing companies and government bonds selected for income stability, not speculation on growth. Market Outlook: Navigating Continued Choppiness Tom provides his near-term perspective: “You’re gonna have your up days and down days. And you’re gonna make your most money with growth over time. Take some risk, think about what you’re buying, and go for it.” Mike offers guidance for the coming period: “Markets have been choppy the last couple of weeks. That’ll probably continue. That’s the nature of markets.” The takeaway for those thinking about retirement or already in retirement in Kentucky: choppy markets are normal, but having experienced advisors who actively manage portfolios—buying quality companies when they’re on sale, maintaining income-producing core holdings, and providing direct access to explain every decision—makes navigating volatility far less stressful than watching index funds fluctuate with no understanding of what you actually own. Ready to Understand What You Own During Market Volatility? If recent market turbulence has you questioning whether your portfolio is positioned correctly for retirement—or if you’re realizing you don’t actually know what you own or why you own it—Dupree Financial Group offers complimentary portfolio reviews for Kentucky residents thinking about retirement or already in retirement. During your consultation, you’ll receive: Honest assessment of how your current portfolio performed during recent volatility Analysis of whether your holdings are positioned for income production or just speculation Evaluation of 401(k) strategies, including in-service rollover opportunities Direct conversation with experienced portfolio managers who personally manage client assets during market ups and downs Clear explanation of what you would own and why—no index funds, no black boxes Discussion of how to find opportunities when others panic (like the April and recent pullbacks) Review of 2026 contribution limits and how to maximize tax-advantaged savings Don’t let market volatility create anxiety about retirement. Schedule your complimentary portfolio review today. Call Dupree Financial Group at (859) 233-0400 or visit www.dupreefinancial.com to schedule directly from our homepage. Experience the difference that personalized investment management, income-focused strategies, and direct access to portfolio managers makes when markets get choppy. Frequently Asked Questions About Market Volatility and Retirement Income Investing What caused the recent tech stock sell-off? The Nasdaq dropped approximately 4% as growth stocks trading at “stretch multiples” (high valuations) pulled back. Tom Dupree explains this was predictable in a “toppy market” where stocks had run up significantly. The catalyst included shifting Federal Reserve rate cut expectations (from 95% probability to 50/50 for December) and natural profit-taking after strong gains. Importantly, this correction didn’t require bad news—simply the reality meeting elevated expectations. How did Dupree Financial Group’s portfolio perform during the tech sell-off? While the Nasdaq fell 4%, Tom Dupree reports their more conservative portfolio “actually made a little money” during the same period. The portfolio’s foundation of dividend-paying stocks and government bonds provided stability while they selectively added growth positions “around the margins” in small amounts. This demonstrates how income-focused investing protects capital during volatility while still participating in growth opportunities. Why do interest rates affect growth stock valuations? Mike Johnson explains that growth stocks typically warrant higher price-to-earnings multiples when interest rates are falling. Warren Buffett discussed this concept: the risk-free rate (typically US government bonds) serves as a baseline for all investments. When this rate is lower, investors will pay more for growth potential. Tom adds it’s “a tailwind that allows for speculation” and “gives it permission to go higher.” However, this is separate from actual business performance—a company can report great earnings and still fall if rate expectations shift. What is a “flight to quality” in investing? Mike describes how, during market uncertainty, investors move capital toward more stable, proven companies and assets. Recent examples include increased interest in healthcare stocks, Berkshire Hathaway (with its enormous cash reserves and solid businesses), and dividend-paying stocks. This contrasts with speculative growth investments. For those in Kentucky retirement planning, this trend validates the income-focused approach that prioritizes quality over speculation. What are the 2026 retirement account contribution limits? The IRS announced: 401(k) contributions increase to $24,500 (up $1,000); IRA contributions increase to $7,500; and individuals aged 60-63 can contribute even more. A significant new rule: high earners (defined as making over $150,000) must now make catch-up contributions (for those over 50) to a Roth 401(k) rather than traditional pre-tax. Mike recommends calling for personalized guidance since “it gets a little complicated” with various age brackets and income thresholds. Can I move my 401(k) to an IRA while still working? Yes, through an “in-service rollover” if you’re 59½ or older. Mike explains you can continue receiving employer matching in your 401(k) while simultaneously moving your existing balance to an IRA with no tax consequences. This allows investment in individual stocks and bonds—which Tom notes “you can’t buy stocks inside a 401(k)”—while maintaining employer benefits. This strategy provides far more investment flexibility than typical 401(k) options like index funds or target-date funds. Should I use my 401(k) as my only retirement savings? Tom Dupree advises against this: “I would actually advise people not to use their 401(k) as their sole retirement planning source.” He notes that money outside a 401(k) “is actually your own money” that “you can invest far more creatively.” While he’s “glad to have 401(k) rollovers,” he acknowledges “it’s not the most creative way to invest” since most people invest through indexes or target-date funds—”zero in terms of creativity.” Maintaining savings in both qualified and non-qualified accounts provides more flexibility. Why is income more important than growth for retirement portfolios? Mike emphasizes: “The cornerstone of the portfolio is income because that is more predictable than price appreciation or price movement.” Tom adds it’s “very important in retirement too because you’ve got to have income to pay the bills that you’re used to having your work income pay for.” When living off your portfolio, you can’t wait for prices to recover from a downturn—you need cash flow regardless of market conditions. Dividends and bond interest provide this predictability that growth speculation cannot. What does it mean that retirement is “inherently risky”? Mike explains: “I don’t care how big the pool of assets are—the idea of retirement is a risky proposition just because it’s unnerving. It’s scary. You’re giving up control. You’re trying to replicate an income stream through the assets that you’ve saved.” People are also living longer, extending the period assets must last. The solution, according to Tom, requires experience: “To do that takes experience. You have to have seen some things in the past that worked and some things that didn’t work.” Should I retire if I can afford to financially? Tom offers contrarian advice: “If you don’t have to, don’t retire because it’s not good for you. It’s good for people to have something to do, a reason to get out of bed in the morning.” Mike emphasizes the critical question: “What are you retiring to? It’s not where you’re retiring from. It’s what are you retiring to?” Their most successful clients remain engaged and active, often with “some sort of gainful employment.” This philosophy combines financial security with life purpose—both essential for successful retirement. How do you find investment opportunities during market volatility? Tom advises: “You’re gonna need to look at some of these stocks that have gotten beaten up and find some bargains in there because they’re gonna be there. There are always opportunities.” He recalls April when “everybody was scared to death” and notes they’ve “added several things to the portfolio in the last three weeks”—including Kroger. The key is having a process: “Be diligent, always looking for opportunities, always looking for things that accomplish your goals. Fundamentals—look at the companies.” This requires direct access to portfolio managers who actively manage rather than autopilot index strategies. Why does portfolio transparency matter during volatile markets? Mike states, “Our clients know what they own. And the cornerstone of the portfolio is income.” When markets drop and the Nasdaq falls 4%, but your portfolio generates positive returns, transparency lets you understand why: you own dividend-producing companies selected for income stability, not speculation. This contrasts with index funds (where you own arbitrary collections of stocks), target-date funds, or annuities, where you never see underlying holdings. Understanding what you own eliminates anxiety during volatility. About The Financial Hour of The Tom Dupree Show The Financial Hour provides real-time market insights and practical retirement planning guidance for Kentucky residents approaching or living in retirement. Hosted by Tom Dupree (with 47 years of investment experience), founder of Dupree Financial Group, with portfolio manager Mike Johnson, each episode delivers actionable strategies based on decades of navigating market volatility through income-focused, transparent investment management. Listen to more episodes and read additional market commentary at www.dupreefinancial.com/podcast. The post Why Income-Focused Investing Beats Speculation for Kentucky Retirement 11-15-25 appeared first on Dupree Financial.

Last Friday, two men appeared before Portlaoise District Court as part of a Garda investigation into an alleged terrorist plot by an extreme right wing group to attack Galway Mosque.The two men were arrested on Co Laois on Tuesday during a cross-Border antiterrorism operation and were charged with possession of explosives.A video found by gardaí on one of the men's phones revealed a ‘practice' recording of what the extreme right wing group intended to release after its planned attack on Galway mosque.A major inquiry is now under way to determine how long the alleged plot was in the planning, what role others may have played and to identify all four men who appear in the video. Irish Times crime and security editor Conor Lally has the latest details. Presented by Sorcha Pollak. Produced by Suzanne Brennan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Last Friday morning, Oregonians were able to begin accessing their full monthly benefits for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program after a federal judge ordered the Trump administration to fully fund the federal food aid program which serves more than 42 million Americans. But many of those households face new uncertainty after the Supreme Court granted on Friday night the Trump administration’s emergency appeal of the ruling. In a statement, Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek said the state had acted lawfully in sending out the SNAP payments and vowed to fight the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s demand that states “undo any steps” they took to issue  the full November SNAP benefits. Food pantries across Oregon, including at William Temple House in Portland, have mobilized in recent weeks to help people like Elaine, one of the more than 750,000 Oregonians who are SNAP recipients. To protect her privacy, OPB is identifying Elaine only by her first name. She says SNAP has been a lifeline to her for nearly 20 years while being unable to work fulltime because of a disability and experiencing periods of homelessness. Elaine joins us to discuss the restoration of her SNAP benefits after nearly a week without them, and the uncertainty about the program’s future. 

CTL Script/ Top Stories of October 31st Publish Date: October 31st   Pre-Roll: From the Ingles Studio Welcome to the Award-Winning Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast  Today is Friday, October 31st and Happy Birthday to John Candy I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are the stories Cherokee is talking about, presented by Times Journal Cherokee County food pantries preparing for SNAP freeze Walmart drone delivery service coming to Woodstock Pigtails & Crewcuts announces new Woodstock salon owner Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on carrots We’ll have all this and more coming up on the Cherokee Tribune-Ledger Podcast, and if you’re looking for Community news, we encourage you to listen and subscribe!  Commercial: Ingles Markets 10 STORY 1: Cherokee County food pantries preparing for SNAP freeze With the federal government shutdown, SNAP benefits—food stamps—are set to stop this Saturday, leaving over 1.4 million Georgians scrambling. Food pantries in Cherokee County are bracing for the surge. MUST Ministries is already feeling the strain. They’re ramping up efforts with mobile pantries, fresh food distributions, and toy shop registrations already spiking. Donations? Desperately needed. Encompass Ministries is rolling out weekly food boxes and bread tables, while Never Alone Food Pantry is building emergency kits and asking for canned meats, diapers, and financial help. Veterans? American Legion Post 45 is opening a pantry for active-duty families, offering free non-perishables. The need is overwhelming, but these organizations are stepping up. Want to help? Visit their websites or donate directly. Every bit counts. STORY 2: Walmart drone delivery service coming to Woodstock Big news for Woodstock: the Walmart on Highway 92 is gearing up to launch drone deliveries—yes, drones. The city announced it’s approved permits for Wing, in partnership with Walmart, to start flying orders straight to customers’ homes. When? No exact date yet, but first, the store needs a “nest” built—a hub for 18 drones to charge, launch, and land. Mayor Michael Caldwell called it a step into the future, saying Woodstock is all about innovation (with safety in mind, of course). So, how does it work? Through the Wing app, you’ll pick your delivery spot—driveway, backyard, wherever—and confirm it’s clear. The drones, fully electric and FAA-regulated, can carry up to 2.5 pounds and fly six miles one way. Groceries, household goods, even over-the-counter meds? All fair game. Alcohol and prescriptions? Not so much. Wing’s already had success in other states like Texas, and now Woodstock’s joining the club. Stay tuned—your next Walmart order might just land in your yard. STORY 3: Pigtails & Crewcuts announces new Woodstock salon owner Pigtails & Crewcuts, the beloved kids’ hair salon, is changing hands in Woodstock and Roswell. Kelly Talal, a local mom and owner of the Marietta West Cobb location, is taking over. For Kelly and her husband, this isn’t just business—it’s personal. “As a parent, I know how stressful haircuts can be,” she said. “But Pigtails & Crewcuts? It turns chaos into fun. The themed chairs, the kind stylists—it’s magic for kids.” With a background in advertising and a knack for building community, Kelly’s ready to lead. Her husband handles the numbers; she handles the heart. The salons, with their bright colors, vehicle chairs, and even birthday party rooms, will keep running as usual—maybe even expand hours down the road. For updates, check out their Facebook page or website. We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.874.3200 for more info.    We’ll be right back. Break: Ingles Markets 10 STORY 4: Cherokee County Football Power Rankings - Week 12  The Cherokee County football power rankings are in, and as Week 12 approaches, there’s plenty to talk about—big wins, tough losses, and everything in between. No. 1 — Sequoyah (8-1, 5-1) The Chiefs? Absolute beasts. Last Friday, they obliterated Pope 70-13, breaking their own scoring record again. QB Kolby Martin was nearly perfect—seven passes, five touchdowns, 169 yards. Oh, and Will Rajecki? Just casually racking up 100+ yards on seven carries. They’re tied for first in Region 6AAAAA and face Creekview next. Buckle up. No. 2 — Creekview (5-4, 5-1) The Grizzlies are rolling. They edged out River Ridge 21-14 last week, locking in a playoff spot. Their only region loss? A nail-biter against Sprayberry. With a bruising run game and a stingy defense, they’re ready for their showdown with Sequoyah. No. 3 — Woodstock (6-3, 4-2) The Wolverines bounced back strong, shutting out Riverwood 23-0 after a tough loss to Sequoyah. Trace Washington was unstoppable—136 yards on 17 carries. Coach Dan Devine has this team playoff-bound for the second year in a row. No. 4 — River Ridge (6-3, 3-3) The Knights are struggling. Two straight losses, and QB Hunter Lockerman’s absence is glaring. The defense, led by Wyatt McCarty and Matthew Burdette, is solid, but the offense needs a spark. They’ll try to end on a high note against Lassiter. No. 5 — Etowah (3-7, 1-5) The Eagles’ season is over, but there’s hope. QB Zeke Douglass and WR Walker Hughes were a dynamic duo, and most of their key players will return in 2026. No. 6 — Cherokee (1-9, 0-6) A rough year for the Warriors, but there’s promise. Freshman QB Zack Parker and lineman Nation Farmer are bright spots. With new facilities coming in 2026, they’re looking to rebuild. STORY 5: Turn lane coming to Lakeside Drive at Holly Springs Parkway  Changes are on the way for the intersection of Lakeside Drive and Holly Springs Parkway, right where new apartments and townhomes are going up. On Oct. 21, Cherokee County commissioners gave the green light for Calco Engineering to start designing improvements for the intersection. The project, tied to a 2021 rezoning deal with Quintus Development, includes a right-turn lane from Lakeside onto Holly Springs Parkway. As part of that deal, the developer chipped in $200,000 toward the lane’s construction. Now, with $42,000 approved for design work, plans are moving forward. A conceptual design will be reviewed before detailed plans are finalized. And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on carrots Commercial: We’ll have closing comments after this.   COMMERCIAL: Ingles Markets 10   SIGN OFF –   Thanks again for hanging out with us on today’s Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast. If you enjoy these shows, we encourage you to check out our other offerings, like the Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast, the Marietta Daily Journal, or the Community Podcast for Rockdale Newton and Morgan Counties. Read more about all our stories and get other great content at www.tribuneledgernews.com Did you know over 50% of Americans listen to podcasts weekly? 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Pennsylvania Sen. Dave McCormick visited Harrisburg Monday and was asked about the continuing federal government shutdown and the chances for Republicans and Democrats to negotiate a solution. Last month’s announcement from the Trump administration linking Tylenol use in pregnancy to autism in children has brought renewed attention to how we research medication risks during pregnancy. The state Insurance Department is reaffirming expectations for insurers to cover the COVID-19 vaccine. Last Friday was the 100th gathering of a group called Fridays at Fetterman. It was the 100th peace vigil held by the group which formed over the situation in Gaza. Pennsylvania’s Election Day is next Tuesday, November 4th. This past Tuesday was the last day to request a mail-in ballot. And more than 1.1 million voters have done so, as of Monday. Those figures are up 17% from the 20-21 municipal election. We are learning more about security upgrades and repairs to both the Governor's residence in Harrisburg and Governor Josh Shapiro's private home in suburban Philadelphia. Commissioners in Manheim Township, Lancaster County have appointed a new police chief, in the wake of the firing of former chief Duane Fisher in June. Federal funding for public media has been rescinded. Your monthly gift to WITF can help fill the gap as we navigate this new reality. Become a monthly sustaining member today at www.witf.org/givenow.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last Friday, billions evaporated in a liquidation cascade—and nobody knows exactly what happened because centralized exchanges won't share the data. In this sponsored episode recorded at Aptos' NYC event, Aptos CEO Avery Ching says if their Decibel perpetual exchange had been live, traders would have seen every order, every spread change, every liquidation in real-time onchain. But while critics argue existing perp DEXs like Hyperliquid are already decentralized, Ching says most still match orders off-chain in black boxes. Avery explains why Decibel (launching Q1 2026) will be different, how 500 million Indian users are coming to crypto through Reliance Jio's Jiocoin, and why Aptos partnered with World Liberty Financial despite VCs calling it "garbage in your living room." Guest: Avery Ching, CEO & Co-Founder, Aptos Links:  The Composable Global Exchange Engine, by Avery Ching, CEO Aptos Aptos Post: The fully onchain trading engine built by Decibel Foundation Previous coverage of Unchained on Black Friday: Crypto's Black Friday Was Its Largest Liquidation Ever. What the Hell Happened? Timestamps:

Last Friday, the Norwegian Nobel Committee announced the Nobel Prize winners for 2025. Each year, the committee chooses six recipients of its prestigious award for advancements in the fields of physics, chemistry, medicine, literature, economics, and peace. This year's Peace Prize recipient was María Corina Machado, one of the leaders of the opposition in Venezuela and founder of the center-right party Vente Venezuela.Ad-free podcasts are here!To listen to this podcast ad-free, and to enjoy our subscriber only premium content, go to ReadTangle.com to sign up!You can read today's podcast⁠ ⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠, our “Under the Radar” story ⁠here and today's “Have a nice day” story ⁠here⁠.Take the survey: What do you think of Machado winning the Nobel Peace Prize? Let us know.Disagree? That's okay. My opinion is just one of many. Write in and let us know why, and we'll consider publishing your feedback.You can subscribe to Tangle by clicking here or drop something in our tip jar by clicking here. Our Executive Editor and Founder is Isaac Saul. Our Executive Producer is Jon Lall.This podcast was written by: Will Kaback and edited and engineered by Dewey Thomas. Music for the podcast was produced by Diet 75.Our newsletter is edited by Managing Editor Ari Weitzman, Senior Editor Will Kaback, Lindsey Knuth, Kendall White, Bailey Saul, and Audrey Moorehead. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Returning to favorite TV shows is a common stress management strategy. Today's guest would love to find books that deliver the same soothing feelings she gets from re-watching her favorite comfort shows. Kayla King lives on a small-scale dairy and hobby farm in Spartansburg, Pennsylvania. A lifelong reader, Kayla's recently started to branch out from her usual genres of mysteries, thrillers, and science fiction and fantasy. When Kayla wrote in with her request to help her find books that could offer alternatives to her regular comfort TV viewing, it felt like such a relatable question. Anne explores this idea with Kayla and leaves her with recommendations that she can reach for the next time she wants to channel those comforting vibes and while experiencing a great story in book form. Find the list of titles mentioned today and leave your ideas for Kayla on our show notes page, at whatshouldireadnextpodcast.com/498. If you love tuning into this show each week, you'll also love our What Should I Read Next? Patreon community. Every Friday, we share bonus episodes with our members. Last Friday's episode featured a deep-dive on library digital collections and how they work. Our Patreon community members enjoy our entire archive of bonus episodes as well as invitations to our seasonal events, like our recent Fall Book Preview Unboxing. The podcast industry has been shifting quite a lot in recent years, and more than ever, we rely on our Patreon community members for financial support. For everyone who is already providing that support, thank you again. And if you've been listening along for years and would like to make sure we continue to show up in your podcast feeds every week, consider coming over and joining us on Patreon. Learn more and sign up at patreon.com/whatshouldireadnext. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 495 Last Friday' panic didn't last long.  I've been hoping for a pullback to buy the dip; but even if that doesn't happen, that just reiterates the strength of this market.  Bottom line, leadership remains strong and it's mostly focused on the ancillary AI trade.  What I call the convergence of Industrials and Tech. Sign up for free ALERTs & Market Commentary at:  https://www.investablewealth.com/subscribe/ ------------------------------------------------------

It's Monday, September 29th, A.D. 2025. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Adam McManus Muslim crowd demands Indonesian church halts worship A Muslim crowd near Jakarta, Indonesia demanded a Christian congregation suspend worship on Sunday, September 21st, reports Morning Star News. In Tangerang at least 20 Muslims arrived at the Indonesian Bethel Church at 9:00 a.m., an hour before the congregation was to begin worship in a shophouse, a video recording shows. The Muslims demanded a halt to all worship until the church obtains all relevant permits. Slovakia bans surrogacy and homosexual adoption, recognize only two sexes Last Friday, the nation of Slovakia rejected European Union legislation by amending its constitution to enshrine recognition of only two sexes, ban the practice of surrogacy, and restrict adoption to heterosexual married couples, reports LifeSiteNews.com. Genesis 2:24 says, "Therefore, a man shall leave his father and his mother and hold fast to his wife, and they shall become one flesh.” Gunman kills two and injures eight at Mormon place of worship A gunman opened fire inside a Michigan Mormon place of worship, 60 miles northwest of Detroit, at 10:25am ET during the Sunday service, killing two people and injuring eight. He then set the building ablaze, before police shot and killed him, reports ABC News. Police Chief William Renye said hundreds of people were inside the building in Grand Blanc Township when a 40-year-old man rammed his vehicle into the front door, then exited the vehicle, and started shooting.  The gunman has been identified as Thomas Jacob Sanford, reports NBC News. The suspect is believed to have set the building on fire which caused a five-alarm blaze that caused a partial collapse of the structure. Flames and smoke could be seen for hours before the blaze was put out. Investigators wonder whether the shooting is connected with the death of the oldest-ever president of Latter-day Saints, Russell Nelson, who died at the age of 101 the day before. The next Mormon president is expected to be 93-year-old Dallin Oaks, per Mormon protocol. Christian pastor denied access to Dallas airport chapel A Christian pastor was denied access to the chapel at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport by a Muslim cleric, reports Christian talk host Todd Starnes. Tom Ascol, a prominent Southern Baptist pastor, wrote on social media that he had been in Dallas to visit the grieving family of Voddie Baucham, a renowned pastor and scholar.  Ascol said that he heard an announcement inviting passengers to visit the Meadows Chapel for a prayer service. The announcement included the phrase “all are welcome.” Ascol wrote on X, “With broken heart I went hoping maybe Scripture would at least be read. Instead, I found this & was denied access.”  The Baptist pastor posted a photograph of Muslims inside the chapel kneeling on prayer rugs. The pastor said he was physically blocked from entering the room. He explained, “They blocked my way in the inner room.  A man who had offered a loud prayer, not the Imam, said I could come in if I took my shoes off. I refused.” Church attendance rising after Kirk's murder, particularly among youth Some pastors have reported seeing an increase in church attendance following the assassination of Charlie Kirk, the conservative Christian founder of Turning Point USA, particularly among young adults, some of whom haven't attended a worship service in years, reports The Christian Post. JP De Gance, the founder and president of Communio, a ministry that helps churches evangelize better and expand their outreach capacities, believes that Kirk's message has inspired many young people to experience the Christian faith through a church community.  He said, “[There has been] a lot of anecdotal feedback from churches in Pennsylvania, Ohio, Michigan, Illinois, and Douglas County, Colorado, reporting that they've seen an increase [in attendance] over the last two Sundays." Communio, which serves around 400 churches nationwide, has received reports of increased attendance from various religious denominations. Speculating on why Kirk's death, which was headline news worldwide, might have been the driving force to get young people to attend church, De Gance said that perhaps some began to take stock of their lives after hearing that someone within their age range had died a violent death. De Gance believes that more young people are coming to know who Charlie Kirk was and what he had to say about marriage, family and living for Christ, beliefs that reportedly were the reason why Tyler Robinson targeted him.  He said, “I think that causes a level of introspection. I think that causes people to ask, ‘What am I living for right now?'” Why Tim Allen forgave drunk driver who killed his father And finally, in a podcast with Michael Rowe, Tim Allen, the 72-year-old former star of the Home Improvement sitcom, shared the story of his father's death in 1964. ALLEN: “My father was killed by a drunk driver when I was 11 years old. Luckily, he was the only one killed, but he died in my mother's lap. My other two brothers were thrown around the car. A lot of kids were hurt.” Tim Allen's father had been driving home from a Colorado football game with six children in the vehicle along with his wife.  Tim was not in the car that day.  The drunk driver swerved across I-70, went through a median, and hit the car. Tim explained what his uncle told him. ALLEN: “And then I'm walking down to my house, knowing something terrible had happened. I get to the house, there's police, and my uncle was there and said, ‘Man up. You know, your mom needs you right now. So, no crying, none of that.” ROWE: “How old are you this point?” ALLEN: “Eleven. He was a great dad, love of my life. I said, ‘This doesn't make any sense. I don't like this.' And everybody's answer was, ‘He's in a better place.' The pain of it never stopped. The discomfort of it. That whole process started me on asking questions. Generally, getting no answers.” Tim Allen added, "Every single thing in my life changed. I knew it the moment he was dead, and it was not for four hours that I found out. I've hated November since then.”  On Thursday, September 24, he revealed that — after watching Charlie Kirk's widow, Erika Kirk, forgive her husband's killer on September 21st — he decided to do the same for the drunk driver who killed his father, reports People Magazine. Allen wrote on X, "When Erika Kirk spoke the words on the man who killed her husband [Charlie]: 'That man… that young man… I forgive him.' That moment deeply affected me. I have struggled for over 60 years to forgive the man who killed my Dad. I will say those words now as I type: 'I forgive the man who killed my father.'" Ephesians 4:32 commands, “Forgive one another, even as God, in Christ, forgave you.” Indeed, Erika Kirk said, “My husband, Charlie, he wanted to save young men, just like the one who took his life."   Listen to the unforgettable moment when Erika forgave her husband's assassin at the Memorial on September 21st held at State Farm Arena in Phoenix, Arizona, just 11 days after his assassination. ERIKA KIRK:  “On the cross, our Savior said, ‘Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do.'  (Luke 23:34) “That man, [Tyler Robinson], I forgive him. (applause as she wept) I forgive him because it was what Christ did, and it's what Charlie would do. The answer to hate is not hate. The answer, we know from the Gospel, is love, and always love. Love for our enemies and love for those who persecute us.” Tyler Robinson, a 22-year-old man now being held at the Utah County Jail without bail, has been accused of the crime. If found guilty, the prosecutor has called for the death penalty. Close And that's The Worldview on this Monday, September 29th, in the year of our Lord 2025. Follow us on X or subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

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