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It's all come to this!This week on Forgotten Cinema: Now Showing, the Mikes finally arrive at "Scream 7", the final destination after their long Scream Lead Up series.Unlike many critics, Mike Butler and Mike Field had a great time with this entry. Is it the best Scream film? No. Is it the worst? Also no. And as the Mikes point out, even the weakest Scream is still leagues above most other slashers and basic horror films.Sidney Prescott remains a strong anchor for the franchise, and the film delivers with some very effective kills. The Mikes also dig into some of the film's bigger talking points, including the return of Stu, whether audiences can fully buy Joel McHale as a serious action presence after his long comedy career, and how the killer reveal works within the story.With the new installment now in the books, Butler and Field also update their full franchise rankings after completing their journey through every Scream film leading up to this release. For anyone jumping in with this episode, the Mikes encourage you to go back and check out the full Lead Up series as they revisited the entire franchise step by step.After all the blood, meta commentary, and Ghostface mayhem, the question remains. Where does "Scream 7" truly land in the legacy of the series?Thank you for joining the Mikes through each film in the "Scream" saga!What are your theories for Scream 8? Let us know in the comments!

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In this urgent and high-level episode of Unleashing Intuition Secrets, Michael Jaco sits down with Juan O Savin for a strategic breakdown of the escalating global situation and what he describes as the historical lead-up to potential conflict involving Iran. Juan analyzes the geopolitical landscape, including tensions in the Middle East, the roles of Russia and China, and the power dynamics shaping current events. He offers his perspective on how decades of globalist influence, intelligence operations, economic maneuvering, and institutional compromise have brought the world to this moment. The conversation explores the broader context behind today's headlines — including political distractions, shifting alliances, sovereignty battles, and what Juan describes as a takedown of entrenched power structures. He outlines how historical events connect to the present, why certain conflicts may be strategically timed, and how internal U.S. political shifts tie into the larger global chessboard. This episode delivers a fast-moving strategic overview of where we are, how we got here, and what may be coming next.

This week on Forgotten Cinema, the Mikes wrap up their Scream Lead Up series with "Scream VI", the final stop before diving into "Scream 7".Both Mike Butler and Mike Field still like this entry, but it stands as the weakest of the franchise so far in their rankings. A big part of that comes from the absence of Sidney Prescott and the somewhat awkward shoehorning of Gale into the story. The film also lacks the sharp meta commentary that defines the series, and the villain reveal and finale lean heavily into goofiness rather than tension.That said, "Scream VI" is still a good time. The kills are strong, the set pieces are memorable, and several sequences stand out, including the Gale versus Ghostface showdown and the tense Halloween subway ride. Melissa Barrera continues to grow into the role of Sam, delivering one of the stronger performances of the new era.With the Lead Up complete, the Mikes also rank the franchise so far and reflect on where the series stands heading into its next chapter. Even if "Scream VI" doesn't reach the heights of its predecessors, it proves the franchise still knows how to entertain.So join the Mikes as the go through each film in the "Scream" saga leading up to the release of "Scream 7".What are Scream rankings? Let us know in the comments!

Episode 113 (February 27, 2026)Revisit last year's Music PEI Awards as a way of getting ready for this year's ceremony on March 7! Jog your memory on who won Rap/Hip-Hop Recording of the Year, Single of the Year, the Prix de l'Acadie - everything! It's a genre-spanning look at 2025's best! isletunes is all genres. All decades. All-inclusive. All PEI. And Music PEI Award nominated itself!Absolute Losers - At the MallGizmo - LuanneTara MacLean - Silence (Live)Cavy ft. Merkules - Bad GamesAubin pi la SCB - Cosqué çaVishtèn Connexions ft. Julie Pellissier-Lush - TeliaqJoce Reyome - Mr. RainDylan Menzie - Fake FriendsHikado - Back to MeLawrence Maxwell and Brooke MacArthur - What You See in MeGrab isletunes merch of all descriptions on Spring at https://isletunes.creator-spring.com.Donate to the podcast through PayPal at https://tinyurl.com/isletunespaypal - thank you!!Subscribe on Patreon for exclusive videos: https://www.patreon.com/isletunes.Become an isletuner on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Bluesky!

Today we jump back fifteen years (2-18-2011) to our PWTorch Livecast featuring PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks, they discuss with live callers Impact ratings, a variety of issues in TNA that came together to plague last night's Impact, the Elimination Chamber PPV on Sunday, likely direction of top matches at WrestleMania, Smackdown preview for tonight's show, how often Rock will appear on WWE TV and the risk of over-exposing him like Hart-McMahon last year, difference between nostalgia in WWE and using former stars in TNA, and much more. In the bonus Livecast, they take calls on Hart & HBK at WM22, why WWE doesn't use WCW matches or brands, and more.Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they looked at Chris Jericho in the media that week, asked whether Triple H and Jericho were on similar paths, and made Chamber PPV predictions.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

This week on Forgotten Cinema: Lead Up, the Mikes tackle "Scream" (2022), or as it should be called, "Scream 5".As the first entry in the franchise not directed by Wes Craven, this chapter is in the hands of Radio Silence, and both Mike Butler and Mike Field think they do a strong job carrying the torch. The film delivers solid kills, balances legacy characters with a new generation effectively, and even manages to handle the death of a major returning character with respect and emotional weight.The connection to the original film is well woven into the story, grounding the new cast in the mythology without feeling entirely forced. That said, the Mikes do have a few issues; the Billy Loomis twist is a bit hard to swallow, and some of the logic behind Ghostface's kills does not quite hold up under scrutiny.Even with those criticisms, "Scream 5" stands as a confident and entertaining revival of the franchise, proving that the series can survive beyond its original creator. As the penultimate episode in the Scream Lead Up series, it sets the stage nicely for one final stop before "Scream 7".So join the Mikes as the go through each film in the "Scream" saga leading up to the release of "Scream 7".What are your thoughts on these Radio Silence Screams? Let us know in the comments!

This week on Forgotten Cinema: Lead Up, the Mikes continue their road to "Scream 7" with "Scream 4", Wes Craven's return to Woodsboro more than a decade after the original trilogy.Both Mike Butler and Mike Field still enjoy this entry, especially for its strong kills and surprisingly ahead-of-its-time themes about streaming culture, internet fame, and the performance of violence for an audience. The film feels eerily prescient in how it tackles social media obsession before it completely took over the world.That said, there is a lot of unmined potential here. Butler feels the third act drops the ball slightly with a convenient ending and not doing quite enough with the Ghostface killers in the final stretch. Both Mikes also agree that Hayden Panettiere's Kirby could have been positioned as the new Final Girl. With her horror movie expertise and charisma, she could have served as a fascinating long-term foil to Ghostface.The Mikes also dig into the long-standing rumor that "Scream 4" was intended to launch a new trilogy centered on a killer who gets away with it, only to be hunted by new Ghostfaces in future installments. It is an intriguing idea that makes the existing ending feel like a missed opportunity.Still sharp, still brutal, and more relevant than ever, "Scream 4" stands as a bold attempt to reinvent the franchise, even if it stops just short of fully committing to its most interesting ideas.So join the Mikes as the go through each film in the "Scream" saga leading up to the release of "Scream 7".What are your thoughts on this current end of the "Sydney" saga and how it compares to your opinions of 5 and 6? Let us know in the comments!

This week on Forgotten Cinema: Lead Up, the Mikes continue their road toward "Scream 7" with "Scream 3", the most divisive entry in the franchise.Coming off "Scream 2", the highest-reviewed film in the series, "Scream 3" holds the unfortunate distinction of being the worst reviewed. Mike Field still enjoys the movie, but it is his least favorite of the franchise so far. His biggest issue comes down to the killer reveal, which he finds underwhelming, especially when you factor in the original script, the late production change to a single killer, and the moments where you can clearly tell the film was staged for two Ghostfaces.Mike Butler also enjoys the film, especially the Gale & Dewey relationship, but shares some of those frustrations. He would have preferred the climax to stay within the Hollywood studio setting that the movie spends so much time establishing, rather than shifting to a Scooby-Doo-style mansion. He also argues that Patrick Dempsey being revealed as the killer and Sidney's half-brother would have made far more sense both narratively and thematically.Despite its flaws, "Scream 3" is still a fun watch. The kills are inventive, the meta elements continue to evolve, and Parker Posey is a standout as the actress portraying Gale Weathers in the Stab films within the film. It may be messy and compromised, but it still understands the spirit of the franchise and delivers plenty to enjoy.So join the Mikes as the go through each film in the "Scream" saga leading up to the release of "Scream 7".Are you sad we never got to see a full episode of "100% Cotton"? Let us know in the comments!

This week on Forgotten Cinema: Lead Up, the Mikes continue their journey toward Scream 7 by revisiting "Scream 2", the rare horror sequel that arguably improves on the original.Mike Butler absolutely loved this rewatch. From its themes and character arcs to the kills and the eventual villain reveals, he feels "Scream 2" sharpens nearly every idea introduced in the first film. The movie leans harder into its meta commentary, expands its cast in meaningful ways, and raises the stakes without losing what made the original work.Mike Field also enjoys the film quite a bit, though he does feel the runtime runs a little long. Even so, both Mikes agree that the performances, the escalation of the story, and the confidence in its execution make this one of the strongest entries in the franchise.Often cited as the highest-rated film in the series, "Scream 2" stands as proof that horror sequels can be smarter, bigger, and more effective when they understand exactly what made the original resonate.So join the Mikes as the go through each film in the "Scream" saga leading up to the release of "Scream 7".Were you able to guess the killers when you saw Scream 2 for the first time? Let us know in the comments!

Welcome to Continental Corner! In this episode, we introduce your new co-hosts, Faye Thomas and George Blincko, and we discuss the initial steps and feelings leading up to our year abroad.

Before Lent officially begins, the Church gently invites us to slow down and prepare our hearts. In this Weekly Visit, Jenna and Steph will introduce the often-overlooked season of Septuagesima: a sacred threshold that helps us transition from Ordinary Time into deeper repentance and renewal.Together, we'll talk about why preparation matters, how small interior shifts can make a big difference, and how God meets us before we ever “get it right.” If you've ever felt rushed into Lent or unsure how to begin well, this conversation is for you.Reflection Questions:Where do I sense the Lord inviting me to slow down and prepare - not strive - as Lent approaches?What habits, distractions, or expectations might God be gently asking me to loosen my grip on before the season begins?How can I make space this week to listen for God's voice rather than rushing ahead to “do Lent well”?Join us LIVE every Tuesdays at 1pm ET for The Weekly Visit in the BIS Member Community!

The 2026 Grammys saw major wins for artists like Bad Bunny, Kendrick Lamar and Lady Gaga, and also served up an impressive number of live performances. But beyond the spectacle and the awarding of Grammy statuettes, the night also highlighted the bridge between headlines about immigration policy and ICE and how music often defines our most challenging cultural moments. USA TODAY National Music Reporter Melissa Ruggieri joins USA TODAY's The Excerpt to discuss the biggest night in music.Let us know what you think of this episode by sending an email to podcasts@usatoday.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Gibson Johns shares his thoughts on a variety of hot-button Bravo topics before interviewing "Vanderpump Rules" star Angelica Jensen. Subscribe to "Gabbing with Gib" on Apple Podcasts: apple.co/471D8Gb Follow "Gabbing with Gib" on Spotify: https://bit.ly/3StiCtY  Follow "Gabbing with Gib" on Instagram: https://instagram.com/gabbingwithgib Follow "Gabbing with Gib" on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gabbingwithgib  Follow Gibson Johns on Instagram: https://instagram.com/gibsonoma Follow Gibson Johns on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gibsonoma Follow Gibson Johns on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gibsonoma Subscribe to Gibson Johns' Newsletter: https://gibsonoma.substack.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Mikes are starting their "Scream" Lead Up series with the original film. Mike Field loves this film and the Scream series as a whole; there's not much if anything he can find wrong with Wes Craven's original film. Mike Butler didn't quite "get it" when he was younger. It was a bit too meta for him and he wasn't as knowledgeable at the time about horror films. Now that he get's it, he still has the same big issue...Billy Loomis. They discuss facts about it's production, how it plays with horror tropes, why Ghostface is a great killer, and what makes "Scream" one of the seminal horror films of all time. So join the Mikes as the go through each film in the "Scream" saga leading up to the release of "Scream 7".Which "Scream" are you looking forward to us discussing the most? Let us know in the comments!

In this episode, Lead Up host Renato sits down with Improve Your Tomorrow (IYT) alumnus Silverio Rizo for a reflection on his journey before joining IYT, during his time in the program, serving within IYT as a mentor, and into his current career. This episode highlights how mentorship, education, and service shaped his path, and how young men of color can find purpose and belonging through community driven leadership. To learn more about IYT visit: improveyourtomorrow.orgTo get involved with the California Men's Service Challenge go to: californiavolunteers.ca.gov/mens-service-challenge/

Elisabeth Perotin is French, having grown up in the Champagne region and still currently living in Reims. Elisabeth is a photographer specialising in travel and food photography, with only French themed pics on her Instagram @frenchglimpses. Tapping into Elisabeth's local knowledge during this chat uncovered a number of places in Paris and France that I'd not heard of, but I am now adding to my list! If you want to find quirky but yet authentic places to add to your itinerary when planning a French visit then tune into this episode for lots of inspiration!**Louise Prichard is the host of the Loulabelle's FrancoFiles podcast.**Other Loulabelle's links:FrancoFile Fix on YouTubeLoulabelle's FrancoFiles Spotify Playlist Loulabelle's FrancoFiles InstagramLoulabelle's FrancoFiles website

Feature Act We're going to try the Golden Gaytime Biscuits with our very own gay Double Dip (before they expire - thank you for sending them, Sue Cody!!!). Early on - Ice-cream recommendations Ben and Jerry's Triple Caramel Chunk (Kitty) Bulla Murray Street Ice Creamery – Choc Mint Sundae (Kitty) Norco Byron Bay Vanilla Bean (Glenn Butcher) Christmas Time! Natural Confectionary Company Christmas Party Mix Festive Share Bag Nestle Festive Choc Bites (similar to the Ye Olde Scorched Almods in the box!) Just Get Some - Haigh's doing mini milk mint bars. Track it down! Ok, Boodles. It's something from Ballarat, Springhill Farm, the best thing. You can get Boodles in Woolworths - a cluster of nuts and other things. Pretzel flavour is the best, then hundreds and thousands, then hazelnut. Into the Santa Sack! Cadbury Christmas Treat Sized Pieces Yowies. Solid chocolate. Dairy Milk Baubles M&M in festive colours (tastes the same) The Milky Bar Gingerbread flavoured smash Allens - Giant Festive Freckle Facebook Group for The Junkees is here. About The Junkees on Nearly.com.au Follow Kitty! Instagram / Facebook / YouTube Follow Dave! Twitter / Facebook Support the podcasts you enjoy - go to Lenny.fm Tell a friend about the show or leave a review wherever you can. Get in touch with a suggestion for Dave and Kitty - hi@nearly.com.auSupport on Lenny.fm: https://www.lenny.fm/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feature Act We're going to try the Golden Gaytime Biscuits with our very own gay Double Dip (before they expire - thank you for sending them, Sue Cody!!!). Early on - Ice-cream recommendations Ben and Jerry's Triple Caramel Chunk (Kitty) Bulla Murray Street Ice Creamery – Choc Mint Sundae (Kitty) Norco Byron Bay Vanilla Bean (Glenn Butcher) Christmas Time! Natural Confectionary Company Christmas Party Mix Festive Share Bag Nestle Festive Choc Bites (similar to the Ye Olde Scorched Almods in the box!) Just Get Some - Haigh's doing mini milk mint bars. Track it down! Ok, Boodles. It's something from Ballarat, Springhill Farm, the best thing. You can get Boodles in Woolworths - a cluster of nuts and other things. Pretzel flavour is the best, then hundreds and thousands, then hazelnut. Into the Santa Sack! Cadbury Christmas Treat Sized Pieces Yowies. Solid chocolate. Dairy Milk Baubles M&M in festive colours (tastes the same) The Milky Bar Gingerbread flavoured smash Allens - Giant Festive Freckle Facebook Group for The Junkees is here. About The Junkees on Nearly.com.au Follow Kitty! Instagram / Facebook / YouTube Follow Dave! Twitter / Facebook Support the podcasts you enjoy - go to Lenny.fm Tell a friend about the show or leave a review wherever you can. Get in touch with a suggestion for Dave and Kitty - hi@nearly.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feature Act We're going to try the Golden Gaytime Biscuits with our very own gay Double Dip (before they expire - thank you for sending them, Sue Cody!!!). Early on - Ice-cream recommendations Ben and Jerry's Triple Caramel Chunk (Kitty) Bulla Murray Street Ice Creamery – Choc Mint Sundae (Kitty) Norco Byron Bay Vanilla Bean (Glenn Butcher) Christmas Time! Natural Confectionary Company Christmas Party Mix Festive Share Bag Nestle Festive Choc Bites (similar to the Ye Olde Scorched Almods in the box!) Just Get Some - Haigh's doing mini milk mint bars. Track it down! Ok, Boodles. It's something from Ballarat, Springhill Farm, the best thing. You can get Boodles in Woolworths - a cluster of nuts and other things. Pretzel flavour is the best, then hundreds and thousands, then hazelnut. Into the Santa Sack! Cadbury Christmas Treat Sized Pieces Yowies. Solid chocolate. Dairy Milk Baubles M&M in festive colours (tastes the same) The Milky Bar Gingerbread flavoured smash Allens - Giant Festive Freckle Facebook Group for The Junkees is here. About The Junkees on Nearly.com.au Follow Kitty! Instagram / Facebook / YouTube Follow Dave! Twitter / Facebook Support the podcasts you enjoy - go to Lenny.fm Tell a friend about the show or leave a review wherever you can. Get in touch with a suggestion for Dave and Kitty - hi@nearly.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's our penultimate episode of season 6 and we've got an amazing guest to share it with! Author, podcaster and all around kick ass dude, Michael Trapani, joins the Smoke Circle to talk about his gripping book "How to Start a War: The Rise of Extremism, the Fall of Democracy and the Lead Up to World War II" Like many major world events, World War II has many smaller events that lead to the flash bang moments that get etched into our history books. Michael's book is all about those layers. Together we talk about the power of the common person, what happens when decisions are made out of fear and that, yes, Nazi High Command really was hopped up on drugs all the damn time.~~~~*Check out what Michael's Doing!Website -- https://www.howtostartawar.com/Podcast -- Listen on Podbean or wherever you get your favorite podcasts!Instagram -- @howtostartawarbookTikTok -- @howtostartawar~~~~~*The Socials and Patreon!Patreon-- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Best Buds Club!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@HighTalesofHistory⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  TikTok⁠- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@HighTalesofHistoryPod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  YouTube-- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@High Tales of History⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠ -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠High Tales of History or ⁠⁠@HighTalesofHistory ⁠Email—hightailingthroughhistory@gmail.com⁠ ~~~~~*Mentioned in the Stories:Episode 37: The Third Wave Social Experiment~~~~~~*Source Material and References:Trapani, Michael. How to start a war: The rise of extremism, the fall of democracy, and the lead up to World War II. S.l.: Blackstone Audio, 2024. ~~~~~~~*Intro/outro music: "Loopster" by Kevin MacLeod (⁠incompetech.com⁠) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

It's our penultimate episode of season 6 and we've got an amazing guest to share it with! Author, podcaster and all around kick ass dude, Michael Trapani, joins the Smoke Circle to talk about his gripping book "How to Start a War: The Rise of Extremism, the Fall of Democracy and the Lead Up to World War II" Like many major world events, World War II has many smaller events that lead to the flash bang moments that get etched into our history books. Michael's book is all about those layers. Together we talk about the power of the common person, what happens when decisions are made out of fear and that, yes, Nazi High Command really was hopped up on drugs all the damn time.~~~~*Check out what Michael's Doing!Website -- https://www.howtostartawar.com/Podcast -- Listen on Podbean or wherever you get your favorite podcasts!Instagram -- @howtostartawarbookTikTok -- @howtostartawar~~~~~*The Socials and Patreon!Patreon-- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Best Buds Club!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@HighTalesofHistory⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  TikTok⁠- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@HighTalesofHistoryPod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  YouTube-- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@High Tales of History⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠ -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠High Tales of History or ⁠⁠@HighTalesofHistory ⁠Email—hightailingthroughhistory@gmail.com⁠ ~~~~~*Mentioned in the Stories:Episode 37: The Third Wave Social Experiment~~~~~~*Source Material and References:Trapani, Michael. How to start a war: The rise of extremism, the fall of democracy, and the lead up to World War II. S.l.: Blackstone Audio, 2024. ~~~~~~~*Intro/outro music: "Loopster" by Kevin MacLeod (⁠incompetech.com⁠) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Today, we take a closer look at the people of Athens and Sparta. We'll talk about the Army of Leonidas, the Battle of 300, the Death of Leonidas, the Battle of Salamis, the Immortals, and other interesting topics... WELCOME TO HISTORY CAMP!

CEO of Women's Community Shelter Annabelle Daniel joins John to discuss the worsening homelessness crisis in Australia in relation to domestic violence, and how things stand in the lead up to Christmas. Listen to John Stanley live on air from 8pm Monday to Thursday and 7pm on Friday on 2GB/4BCSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In this episode of the Lead Up podcast, host Mike Harbour welcomes Brain Fitness expert Jill Hewlett for a deep dive into the world of brain health. Jill, a renowned author, speaker, and wellness authority, shares valuable insights on neuroplasticity, brain fitness, and the benefits of regular mental exercises. The conversation covers the importance of brain health in leadership, practical strategies to rewire old thought patterns, and easy-to-implement techniques to manage stress and improve cognitive function. Tune in for actionable advice to help leaders and individuals enhance their mental performance and overall well-being. Click here to get access to the FREE Brain Guide download. You can learn more about Jill here.

2. The Colossal Misjudgment: Underestimating Ukraine and Putin's Imperial Ambitions. Serhii Plokhy (Professor of Ukrainian History at Harvard University) covers the lead-up to the 2022 full-scale invasion, noting Russia's military buildup in 2021 while President Biden publicly stated that no US troops or weapons would be sent to Ukraine, which constituted a "colossal misjudgment of Putin." Despite the lack of meaningful preparatory military aid for Ukraine, US intelligence performed exceptionally well, accurately predicting the timing of the war and releasing this intelligence in real time, hoping to "shame" Putin. The expectation that Kyiv would fall within days reflected a profound misjudgment: underestimating the resolve of the Ukrainian state and people, and overestimating the Russian military's capacity. To justify his actions, Putin built an argument to the Russian people based on a "misreading of history," reviving 19th-century Russian imperial ideas that claimed Russians, Ukrainians, and Belarusians constituted a single whole. This false belief led to the expectation that Ukrainians would welcome Russian troops with flowers, rather than weapons. Putin's consistent goal since 2014 was to stop Ukraine's Western trajectory and integrate it into the Russian-controlled Eurasian Union. When President Zelensky refused Putin's demands regarding the implementation of the Minsk agreements in Paris in December 2019, many observers mark this moment as the countdown to the 2022 invasion.

As Democrats in California attempt to convince voters to approve new maps next month to give them more seats in Congress, and Republicans fight back against the redistricting measure, both sides are relying on familiar political playbooks. Reporter: Marisa Lagos, KQED Hundreds of thousands of people took part in No Kings rallies across California on Saturday. In the conservative stronghold of far Northern California, more than a dozen communities also participated. That includes Chico. Reporter: Ken Devol, North State Public Radio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ghislaine Maxwell's defense team prepared to cross-examine Juan Alessi—Jeffrey Epstein's longtime house manager—after his compelling testimony linking Maxwell to the logistics of Epstein's operations. Alessi testified that he drove the accuser known as “Jane” to Epstein's Palm Beach home, often on instructions from both Epstein and Maxwell. He described Maxwell as “lady of the house,” claimed staff were constrained by a strict household manual that forbade disclosing activities, and recalled discovering sex toys and pornography in intimate settings.During cross-examination, defense attorney Jeffrey Pagliuca questioned Alessi about inconsistencies between his trial testimony and prior statements in depositions or civil cases—particularly about when he first met “Jane.” He also probed whether Alessi had disclosed instructions to remove photos of Maxwell before female guests arrived, pushing him to explain apparent discrepancies.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

THE BEST SHOW LIVE SHOWS APPROACH! And the Four Horseman reunite as a group once again. They discuss movies at length, Pat's story, and many other things. Experimental hip hop trio clipping. perform a blistering set in the Forever Dog Theater! They join Tom for a chat afterwards. Plenty of great calls from some heavy hitters as well as a few new folks. All in all, an absolute GREAT Best Show! The Best Show is celebrating 25 years with a live show extravaganza for the ages. Coming to NYC, Philly, LA, and Chicago this Fall!Tickets go on General Sale Friday July 18th at 10am local timeSat 10/11 - Brooklyn - Bell House ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/300062ED179148EC⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mon 10/13 - Philly - Union Transfer⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.axs.com/events/1052919/the-best-show-tickets?skin=uniontransfer⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Wed 10/15 - LA - Lodge Room⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.lodgeroomhlp.com/shows/best-show-25th-anniversary-at-lodge-room⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tues 10/21 - Chicago - Thalia Hall⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ticketweb.com/event/best-show-25th-anniversary-at-thalia-hall-tickets/13876034?pl=thalia3⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SUPPORT THE BEST SHOW ON PATREON! WEEKLY BONUS EPISODES & VIDEO EPISODES!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/TheBestShow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WATCH THE BEST SHOW LIVE EVERY TUESDAY NIGHT 6PM PT ON TWITCH⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.twitch.tv/bestshow4life⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FOLLOW THE BEST SHOW:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/bestshow4life⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/bestshow4life⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tiktok.com/@bestshow4life⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/bestshow4life⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠THE BEST SHOW IS A FOREVER DOG PODCAST⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thebestshow.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://foreverdogpodcasts.com/podcasts/the-best-show⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HEARD IT ON THE BEST SHOW PLAYLIST⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2XIpICdeecaBIC2kBLUpKL?si=07ccc339d9d84267⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 4827: Lead Up To Navy's 250th Anniversary; Peace In The Middle East

Charlie Kirk's memorial drew massive crowds, emotional speeches, and unforgettable moments. From AOC's lies and Ilhan Omar's attacks, to Tucker Carlson, JD Vance, and Trump honoring Charlie, this video covers the highlights, the lead-up, and the viral moments that shook the internet.You'll see Erika Kirk's powerful forgiveness, Elon Musk's remarks on Charlie's voice, and thousands of people lining up overnight to pay their respects. This is the memorial service the media doesn't want you to see.SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS TO SUPPORT OUR SHOW!Get prepared for any emergency with the Buy 1, Get 1 Free on the 72-Hour Emergency Food Kitfrom ReadyWise, plus 10% off with code CHICKS10 at https://ReadyWise.comAdd Lean to your diet and exercise routine to lose meaningful weight at a healthy pace and keepit off; get 20% off when you enter code CHICKS at https://TakeLean.comTake your medical freedom back — go to https://AllFamilyPharmacy.com/Chicks and use codeCHICKS10 to order today.Hear directly from Zach Abraham in the free “Back To Basics” webinar, October 2nd at 3:30Pacific. Register now at https://KnowYourRiskPodcast.com and get back to the basics of yourretirement portfolio today!

Charlie Kirk's memorial drew massive crowds, emotional speeches, and unforgettable moments. From AOC's lies and Ilhan Omar's attacks, to Tucker Carlson, JD Vance, and Trump honoring Charlie, this video covers the highlights, the lead-up, and the viral moments that shook the internet. You'll see Erika Kirk's powerful forgiveness, Elon Musk's remarks on Charlie's voice, and […]

Just because you had to “earn it” doesn't mean they have to. Learn how to not hold back, but rather empower, high-performance subordinates. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship

In this episode, I answer a question for an athlete on how many races can you do in the lead up to your big race.Send questions through to tim@trainsmooth.com 

Aussie sprinter Jamie Jack made noise at the 2025 US Summer Championships in Irvine last week. On day 1, he took victory in the 50 free over US Olympians Hunter Armstrong, Caeleb Dressel, and Brooks Curry, posting matching 21.63s in prelims and the final. But Jack still thought there was more in the tank. Taking a day of rest on Day 2, he time trialed the 50 free on Day 3, swimming a 21.43 to make him the 5th fastest Australian man in history and tie for 4th in the world this season. After returning home, Jack sat down with SwimSwam to discuss his season between Australian Trials, where he was 21.8, and US Champs. The SPW product said he discussed a plan with coach Dean Boxall that focused just on the 50 free (only for the rest of the season). That also included training with Cam McEvoy and his coach, Tim Lane, in the lead-up to Irvine.

In episode 498 psychotherapist Jonny Say interviews Stuart. Stuart is the host and founder of The OCD Stories podcast. Stuart is a psychotherapist, and co-founder of The Integrative Centre for OCD Therapy. In the build up to episode 500 Jonny interviews me (Stuart), we discuss the history of the podcast and some of my personal history, how the podcast helped me in the early days and which topics or guests helped in particular, and then how the podcast has helped me as a therapist, the evolution of the podcast, and much more. Hope it helps. Show notes: https://theocdstories.com/episode/stuart-498 The podcast is made possible by NOCD. NOCD offers effective, convenient therapy available in the US and outside the US. To find out more about NOCD, their therapy plans and if they currently take your insurance head over to https://go.treatmyocd.com/theocdstories Join many other listeners getting our weekly emails. Never miss a podcast episode or update: https://theocdstories.com/newsletter  Thanks to all our patrons for supporting our work. To sign up to our Patreon and to check out the benefits you'll receive as a Patron, visit: https://www.patreon.com/theocdstoriespodcast  A live training by Dr Phillipson for therapists: https://www.integrativecentreforocd.co.uk/live-trainings-therapists/phillipson

The best conversations about the Commanders this week from The Sports Junkies, BMitch & Finlay, Grant & Danny, and The Kevin Sheehan Show. Diving into the RFK Stadium vote finally passing, live reactions from Commanders joint practice with the Patriots, which young Commanders' player will have a better season and Jayden Daniels being great while injured last season!

The best conversations about the Commanders this week from The Sports Junkies, BMitch & Finlay, Grant & Danny, and The Kevin Sheehan Show. Diving into the RFK Stadium vote finally passing, live reactions from Commanders joint practice with the Patriots, which young Commanders' player will have a better season and Jayden Daniels being great while injured last season!

The best conversations about the Commanders this week from The Sports Junkies, BMitch & Finlay, Grant & Danny, and The Kevin Sheehan Show. Diving into the RFK Stadium vote finally passing, live reactions from Commanders joint practice with the Patriots, which young Commanders' player will have a better season and Jayden Daniels being great while injured last season!

The best conversations about the Commanders this week from The Sports Junkies, BMitch & Finlay, Grant & Danny, and The Kevin Sheehan Show. Diving into the RFK Stadium vote finally passing, live reactions from Commanders joint practice with the Patriots, which young Commanders' player will have a better season and Jayden Daniels being great while injured last season!

A coach who worked with eight-year-old tennis hopeful Vicky Mboko tells us the now-eighteen year old's victory at the National Bank Open last night left her energized and inspired.As wildfires continue to burn in Newfoundland and Labrador, the president of the provincial fire services association weighs in on the push for a national forest fire coordination agency.Transgender people serving in the U.S. Armed Forces were already being forced out of service. Now, those in the Air Force who were relying on early retirement have been told they aren't eligible. The invasive Asian hornet is bad news for honeybees in Europe -- thanks to their tendency to consume them. But new research into the sounds their hives make -- is giving researchers hope.A new study of cockatoos finds they've got even more dance moves than we knew, but their taste in music is somewhat less impressive... given researchers found they were just as likely to bust a move to a finance podcast as they were to a dance anthem.A Chicago artist is causing a stir -- and attracting 100s of customers -- after offering what he calls “terrible portraits” ... including one of Rebecca.As It Happens, the Friday edition. Radio that kinda hopes he doesn't go back to the drawing board.

One question church leaders keep asking is "what do I do about my boss/lead pastor? Enter Bree Groff, workplace expert who explains what to do when you have a bad boss, don't love your job, and the future of work. Plus, Bree talks about how to become a better boss and what kind of jobs are going to make the cut during the coming AI revolution.   

And just like that, our Big Guns MCU run has now come to a close! We started back at the beginning with Iron Man and have since covered 17 years and 18 films worth of fandom -- WOW! Be sure to let us know what your favorite was that we've covered! TRACKLIST: 1:16 - It's time for the LEAD UP into our 200th episode!!! 2:21 - Geek of the Week - Jasmin: Grimm; Mark: Anora 18:11 - Film summary and fun facts 28:00 - Thunderbolts* (2025) review   You can follow us on X, Facebook and Instagram or if you would like to support us you can donate to our KoFi.

Get the facts, without the spin. UNBIASED offers a clear, impartial recap of US news, including politics, elections, legal news, and more. Hosted by lawyer Jordan Berman, each episode provides a recap of current political events plus breakdowns of complex concepts—like constitutional rights, recent Supreme Court rulings, and new legislation—in an easy-to-understand way. No personal opinions, just the facts you need to stay informed on the daily news that matters. If you miss how journalism used to be, you're in the right place. In today's episode, you'll learn everything there is to know about Independence Day in the United States. The Lead Up and Adoption of the Declaration of Independence (0:00) What the Declaration of Independence Says (9:33) Fourth of July Celebrations (13:17) Fun Facts (15:15) SUBSCRIBE TO JORDAN'S FREE NEWSLETTER. Watch this episode on YouTube. Follow Jordan on Instagram and TikTok. All sources for this episode can be found here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week's episode of Outspoken Mental Health I'm doing the first of three aviation specials for fellow fearful flyers.In this, the first episode, I talk about the best way to keep your head in the weeks leading up to the flight so that you feel as calm and positive as possible as it approaches.These techniques really helped me finally get on the plane to Kos last month and I really hope that they help you too. xx

This is a catch-up version of James O'Brien's live, daily show on LBC Radio. To join the conversation call: 0345 60 60 973

How to Lead in Every Direction Using DISCIf you've ever struggled to get your point across to upper leadership, motivate your team, or work alongside your peers, this episode is for you.Chris is joined by Executive Coach and DISC expert Lyneé South to talk about how leaders can influence and communicate more effectively in every direction—up, down, and sideways—using DISC.Whether you're in a mid-level leadership role or leading a team, you'll walk away with tools to increase trust, adapt communication, and lead with confidence.Genesis 41 (00:01:01)A biblical example introduces the concept of leading in every direction.Why Leading in All Directions Is So Hard (00:02:41)Mid-level leaders often feel stuck between their team and upper leadership.Using DISC to Lead Up (00:09:39)DISC helps leaders tailor communication to gain trust and support from their leaders.Leading Your Team With DISC (00:16:11)Understanding DISC helps leaders guide and connect with team members more effectively.Influencing Peers and Cross-Functional Teams (00:20:10)Leaders can use DISC to build better collaboration across departments.What Happens if We Are Implementing DISC? (00:23:46)Using DISC in meetings and brainstorming leads to better alignment and reduced friction.Helping Your Leadership Team Use DISC Effectively (00:28:36)Leadership teams that use DISC intentionally see improved trust and fewer misunderstandings.Action Steps (00:37:22)Five practical ways to start using DISC to lead more effectively.Conclusion (00:39:14)Leading based on how people are wired leads to better communication, stronger relationships, and a healthier culture.

Host of Off The Mound and MLB Network Analyst Ryan Dempster joined OverDrive to discuss the blockbuster deal of Rafael Devers to the Giants, the ripple effects towards the deal, how it become a positive for both sides, Shohei Ohtani returning to the mound and the skill of the Dodgers' pitching and more.

Episode 4532: Lead Up To America 250; Globalization 2.0