Podcasts about lighter side

The Week in Headlines, and The Lighter Side of the News: Seattle NHL team's mascot has a close encounter with a brown bear during video shoot in Alaska tarantulas on the move, to swarm during mating season; bat flies in mouth of AZ woman; massive 22” rat removed from home; Denmark zoo askes for pet donations; moo-ving day at Michigan State; hot dog spill closes interstate; dart board travel itinerary; lost and found, found; Indiana man's giant sunflower plant approaching world record; Norwegian man finds cargo ship in yard; researchers find evidence of Noah’s Ark remains.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Secret Garden is a story that combines elements of adventure like an Enyd Blyton's Famous Five story, pieces of climate fiction like an episode of 'Planet Earth' and some elements of magic like a Harry Potter story. The story revolves around a household with children living in a manor on the moors. Amongst the many secrets that the manor holds is a secret and locked garden. Through working in the garden, healthy friendships form and lives are redeemed.Young reader who joins in reviewing this book: Prakriti (11 yr old, Mumbai)Related links1. The Book 'Secret Garden' available on Amazon2. Read my newsletter 'Lighter Side'3. Subscribe to the hard copy of the children's magazine 'Lighter Side'4. We also run Writing Courses for kids that help them become published authors. Find out more on the writing courses.

The Week in Headlines, and The Lighter Side of the News: Ground squirrels taking over ND city; cat dubbed cat burglar; woman flooded with calls about nonexistent cat; Citizen Kane Rosebud sled auctioned for millions; largest piece of mars fetches $5.3 million; ideas for better shows to replace the Late Show; 15 sets of twins graduated from one NY high school; 80-year-old drives luxury Mercedes sedan down Rome’s Spanish steps; Chinese hotel ordered to cease red panda wakeup call encounters.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Week in Headlines, and The Lighter Side of the News: CA home flooded with Amazon packages; Hungary’s oldest library beetle infestation; King Charles annual swan census; medieval monastery hits market with royal catch; ground squirrels take over North Dakota city; largest piece of Mars on Earth fetches $5.3 million; 15 sets of twins graduate from one NY high school; 80 year old drives Mercedes down Rome’s Spanish steps; Chinese hotel ordered to cease red panda wakeup call encounters.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stuck in the research loop with insomnia?You're not alone.When sleep becomes unpredictable, researching feels like the best thing to do. Because at least you're doing something… right?But what if that something is quietly reinforcing the very problem you're trying to solve?In this episode, Beth and Michelle talk about why it's so easy to get trapped in the research loop, and why it's so hard to get out.Listen as we explore:Why researching creates the illusion of safetyHow it keeps us stuck in fear instead of freedomWhy true recovery begins when you stop searching for itIf you've been operating from the belief that more knowledge equals more sleep, this conversation will gently challenge that idea—and invite you into a new one.Enjoy!

The Week in Headlines, and The Lighter Side of the News: Strawberry, pasta and tennis; Beethoven’s Ninth on the road; minor league team has rabbit throw out first pitch; China’s humanoid robots soccer excitement; man gets stuck in chimney; blueberry spill causes traffic ‘jam’; world’s most expensive cheese; woman’s world record collection of egg cups; snake on a plane; massive bee swarm leaves many injured; what makes someone cool? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Code Switch, we're doing a different kind of immigration coverage. We're telling a New York story: one that celebrates the beautiful, everyday life of the immigrant. Code Switch producer, Xavier Lopez and NPR immigration reporter, Jasmine Garsd spend a day at Flushing Meadows Corona Park.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Have you ever considered the lighter side of dark matter? Comedy has proved an unexpectedly succesful way to engage people with science - as today's guest knows first-hand. Astrophysicist Catherine Heymans is a Professor at the University of Edinburgh and the current Astronomer Royal for Scotland. She's spent her career studying dark matter and dark energy: the mysterious ingredients that make up an estimated 95% of our cosmos, but which we still know surprisingly little about. Using increasingly powerful telescopes, both on earth and in space, Catherine has spent years building detailed maps of dark matter - even to the extent of capturing rare images of this mysterious cosmic component.On top of her research achievements, she's committed to making science accessible to all; not least by taking an astronomy-themed comedy show to the Edinburgh Festival and beyond. In conversation with Professor Jim Al-Khalili, Catherine talks about her passion for sharing the joys of astrophysics - and reveals how health challenges over the last few years have forced her to readdress her career, her ambitions and even her sense of self... Presented by Jim Al-Khalili Produced by Lucy Taylor

The Week in Headlines, and The Lighter Side of the News: Oregon ranks third most mispronounced state in US: how the state of Oregon got its name; how idiot creek got its name; no fireworks in Portland; Oregon teen one of the best cornhole players in US: Lays transforms classic chip flavor; nuclear inspired baby name; 15 sets of twins graduating from one NY High School; spelling bee requires master of geography; 80-year-old drives Mercedes down Rome’s Spanish steps; no more panda wakeup call encounters; items left on British buses; Norwegian man wakes to cargo ship in his yard.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Paul and Trevor are joined by Kate from The Book Club Review Podcast for a lively discussion about funny books. From dry wit to outright absurdity, we explore the kinds of humor that make us laugh out loud—or quietly smirk into our sleeves—and why comic novels deserve a place on every bookshelf. We also announce the winner of our June giveaway and introduce a brand-new challenge for July. Tune in for some laughs and let us know which books have made you laugh the most.We've got some fantastic author-focused episodes lined up for the foreseeable future, and we want to give you plenty of time to dive in if you'd like to read along with us. These episodes come around every ten episodes, and with our bi-weekly release schedule, you'll have a few months to get ready for each. Here's what we have in store:* Episode 115: Kazuo Ishiguro* Episode 125: Flannery O'Connor* Episode 135: William Faulkner* Episode 145: Elizabeth Taylor* Episode 155: Naguib MahfouzThere's no rush—take your time, and grab a book (or two, or three) so you're prepared for these as they come!Join the Mookse and the Gripes on DiscordWant to share your thoughts on these upcoming authors or anything else we're discussing? Join us over on Discord! It's the perfect place to dive deeper into the conversation—whether you're reading along with our author-focused episodes or just want to chat about the books that are on your mind.We're also gearing up for our second novella book club, where we'll be reading Giovanni's Room by James Baldwin at the start of July. It's a fantastic book, and we'd love to have you join the discussion. It's a great space to engage with fellow listeners, share your insights, and discover new perspectives on the books you're reading.ShownotesBooks* Lockwood & Co. Series, by Jonathan Stroud* Alex Verus Series, by Benedict Jacka* Southern Reach Series, by Jeff VanderMeer* Slanting Towards the Sea, by Lidija Hilje* Waiting for the Fear, by Oguz Atay, translated by Ralph Hubbell* The Pursuit of Love, by Nancy Mitford* All Systems Red, by Martha Wells* Hons and Rebels, by Jessica Mitford* Blood Meridian, by Cormac McCarthy* Don Quixote, by Miguel de Cervantes* Middlemarch, by George Eliot* The Girls, by John Bowen* Catch-22, by Joseph Heller* Stiff: The Curious Lives of Human Cadavers, by Mary Roach* Fuzz: When Nature Breaks the Law, by Mary Roach* Gulp: Adventures on the Alimentary Canal, by Mary Roach* Hyperbole and a Half, by Allie Brosh* The Book Lover's Joke Book, by Alex Johnson* The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, by Douglas Adams* The Remains of the Day, by Kazuo Ishiguro* The Code of the Woosters, by P.G. Wodehouse* Leave It to Psmith, by P.G. Wodehouse* Wodehouse: A Life, by Robert McCrum* A Swim in the Pond in the Rain, by George Saunders* The Nose, by Nikolai Gogol* The Possessed: Adventures with Russian Books and the People Who Read Them, by Elif Batuman* War and Peace, by Leo Tolstoy* Once Upon a Tome: The Misadventures of a Rare Bookseller, by Oliver Darkshire* Greta and Valdin, by Rebecca K. Rilley* The Literary Conference, by César Aira* The Disreputable History of Frankie Landau Banks, by E. Lockhart* A Walk in the Woods, by Bill Bryson* A Short History of Nearly Everything, by Bill Bryson* The Summer Book, by Tove Jansson, translated by Thomas Teal* The White Bear, by Henrik Pontoppidan, translated by Paul LarkinOther* “The Murder of Leo Tolstoy,” by Elif BatumanThe Mookse and the Gripes Podcast is a bookish conversation hosted by Paul and Trevor. Every other week, we explore a bookish topic and celebrate our love of reading. We're glad you're here, and we hope you'll continue to join us on this literary journey!A huge thank you to those who help make this podcast possible! If you'd like to support us, you can do so via Substack or Patreon. Subscribers receive access to periodic bonus episodes and early access to all new episodes. Plus, each supporter gets their own dedicated feed, allowing them to download episodes a few days before they're released to the public. We'd love for you to check it out! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mookse.substack.com/subscribe

During the Cold War, the US sought allies to support it during the war against the Soviets. Pakistan was one of those allies. In exchange, Pakistan received financial aid and military support from the US. How did the state of Jammu and Kashmir become an unintended recipient of trouble during this cold war?Source material for my research1. 'India after Gandhi' by Ramachandra Guha2. Sarah Paine's lectures on the ⁠'War for India⁠'3. How to constrain the Pakistani Jihadi Complex - research piece by Pranay Kothasthane from Takshashila Institution4. Tarekh Fatah's '⁠The Bloody Partition seen through a Pakistani's eyes'⁠Read other pieces by ⁠Sangeetha on the 'Lighter Side'⁠ on Substack.Drop your questions or comments via email to hello@wsnt.in

The Week in Headlines, and The Lighter Side of the News: Rare 16th century shipwreck found at record depth; world’s largest game of red light, green light played; squirrel runs on to field of play; slithering surprises; Lincoln’s possessions sell for millions; swimmer circumnavigates Martha’s Vineyard for shark preservation; Norwegian man finds cargo ship in his front yard; compelling evidence of Noah’s Ark remains; flood swept cow washes ashore on beach; Scripps national spelling bee contenders must master geography.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Week in Headlines, and The Lighter Side of the News: vegetable likenesses of Trump, Parton, and a Papel Conclave on display in in London; the proper way to eat a banana; Walmart customer calls cops on himself; million bees on WA road; Catholic cathedral in Germany performance with raw chickens in diapers; Lincoln’s possessions sold for millions; swimmer circumnavigates Martha’s vineyard for shark conservation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Week in Headlines, and The Lighter Side of the News: Random thoughts on a passing scene In-n-Out crowned America’s favorite; soybean powder spill; Wienermobile race; newspapers summer book list recommends nonexistent books; New Zealand’s Parliament cookie jar; OKC Thunder reporter can handle anything; pregnant news anchor in labor on air; travelers new hack; squirrel runs onto Detroit Tigers field; Abraham Lincoln’s possessions sell for millions; compelling evidence of Noah’s Ark unearthed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Week in Headlines, and The Lighter Side of the News: daredevil to swim with sharks to celebrate Jaws 50th Anniversary; Flight passenger brings whole rotisserie chicken as carry on; tigers, jaguars, and elephants flee cartel violence in Mexico; New Zealand has more sheep than people; boys in Poland find message in a bottle; rare mint allergy; 3000 Smurfs break world record; Eiffel Tower sculpture denied world record; Wonka inspired hotel; glass basketball flooring; how to stop hiccups.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Week in Headlines, and The Lighter Side of the News: Changes Trump would make as Pope; British man buys back his own stolen car; prophetic letter from Titanic passenger; Zoo feeds vulture with puppet; world’s tallest, shortest dogs playdate; 8 NH store finds venomous snake in banana shipment; man trains with fridge, Wonka inspired hotel; glass basketball court floors.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Week in Headlines, and The Lighter Side of the News: New dye free foods in wake of RFKs ban; Australian woman collects Minions; rare Eleanor Roosevelt letter, gold watch among lost luggage finds; the mundane absurdity of fixing a McDonald’s sign; new Corvettes go missing in Kentucky; lost ring found 44 years later; rare police cases.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Week in Headlines, and The Lighter Side of the News: Alaska woman’s mouth wins an award; 309 banana hat break world record; NJ beach trash; Uber’s lost and found; Kentucky restaurant flood strategy; women exchanged same B-day card for 81 years; FLA man steals Cybertruck, returns days later; Bodega cats in NY; the mundane absurdity of repairing a McDonald’s sign.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Week in Headlines, and The Lighter Side of the News: March Napness' bracket tracks hibernation habits of sanctuary bears; Travel hot spot seeks emergency declaration over massive bug infestation; Woman bans mother-in-law from cooking with garlic in the house; It was bacteria — not a miracle — on a Communion wafer in Indiana church; A new thermal steam vent is grabbing attention in ever-changing Yellowstone National Park; 8 new Corvettes go missing from Kentucky car plant, but the conspicuous muscle cars are all found; Coffee costs a content creator more than $340: Man is buried in Snickers-themed coffin as he wished: 'I'm nuts'. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Week in Headlines, and The Lighter Side of the News: Blobfish named NZ fish of the year; distressed swimmer is actually geese; parade of wiener dogs breaks record; live alligator left behind in motel room; American tourists cause international outrage with wombat; Idaho man juggles in 63 US national parks; Omaha grad’s lost ring reappears after 44 years; rare police cases from 1904.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Week in Headlines, and The Lighter Side of the News: Doctors note increase in cases of glue mistaken for eye drops; Air India stop flushing clothes; Family chicken lays ginormous egg; Birthday bunion cake; They/Them/Turtle: Oregon’s mental health advisory board; Thieves nab pricey bulldogs by faking seizure; Piglets left to starve as art installation; Lost ring turns up 44 years later; Rare police cases from 1904.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you depressed with the news cycle?  Yeah, we thought so.  So there's no better time to find some news stories that that we can poke a little fun at.  This week, the Gab Gals have rounded up some funny, fun, and wild news stories.

The Week in Headlines, and The Lighter Side of the News: Cheeto shaped like Pokémon auctioned off; annual pancake day run; cold water swimmers in Czech Republic; FLA Man Games return; Vienna Vegetable Orchestra; toddler calls 911 for doughnuts; passenger switches seats 3 times; thieves fake seizure to nab pricey pup; piglets left to starve for art exhibition; lost ring found 44 years later; rare police cases from 1904.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Week in Headlines, and The Lighter Side of the News: some things government employees said they accomplished this week; federal employee union’s list of 10 demands; rare parade of all 7 planets will move across the night sky; man breaks juggling world record; world’s largest cheese fondue; cocaine smuggled under toupee; NY Yankees drop ban on beards; lost ring found after 44 years; rare police cases from 1904.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Week in Headlines, and The Lighter Side of the News: Opossum eats Costco chocolate cake; researchers find abundance of animals in FLA city sewers; deadly snake found inside washing machine; historic ocean liner on voyage to become artificial reef; Can Birkenstock be art? 104-year-old woman’s unusual birthday wish-prison; Rare police cases from 1904 were found in a thrift shop revealing crimes like drunk horseback riding; Wonka inspired hotel.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Learn how you can be part of the HRN Virtual Tevis Team this year. Plus, poet Linda Drattell tells us all about her book The LIGHTER SIDE OF HORSE MANURE and some Really Bad Adz. Listen in…HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3632 – Show Notes and Links:The HORSES IN THE MORNING Crew: Glenn the Geek and Jamie JenningsTitle Sponsor: Kentucky Performance ProductsGuest: Richard Alvey on the HRN Virtual Tevis Team Guest: Linda Drattell, author of the LIGHTER SIDE OF HORSE MANUREAdditional support for this podcast provided by: Valley Vet, RideTV and Listeners Like You, US RiderTime Stamps: 11:.30 - Daily Whinney22:40 - Richard Alvey31:19 - Linda Drattell44:50 - Realli BAd Adz01:04:40 - Auditor Post Show

Learn how you can be part of the HRN Virtual Tevis Team this year. Plus, poet Linda Drattell tells us all about her book The LIGHTER SIDE OF HORSE MANURE and some Really Bad Adz. Listen in…HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3632 – Show Notes and Links:The HORSES IN THE MORNING Crew: Glenn the Geek and Jamie JenningsTitle Sponsor: Kentucky Performance ProductsGuest: Richard Alvey on the HRN Virtual Tevis Team Guest: Linda Drattell, author of the LIGHTER SIDE OF HORSE MANUREAdditional support for this podcast provided by: Valley Vet, RideTV and Listeners Like You, US RiderTime Stamps: 11:.30 - Daily Whinney22:40 - Richard Alvey31:19 - Linda Drattell44:50 - Realli BAd Adz01:04:40 - Auditor Post Show

Rhys Darby (Flight of the Concords, Our Flag) joins us for laughs, insights into a lighter side of life, and more laughs… look it up. Rhys talks about the comfort and comedy he was brought up under by his single mother and why he ultimately had to leave New Zealand to achieve his dreams. We also talk about humble beginnings on Flight of the Concords, the greats of improv on set, and his Yogi Bear inspired aspirations. Thank you to our sponsors:

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This week I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with Michelle Weil, fellow sleep coach (and dear friend), to discuss a powerful question in the insomnia recovery process:Does belief shape behavior, or does behavior shift belief?And why does it even matter?Well, if you're struggling insomnia, you've probably got some unhelpful beliefs about sleep that aren't even true.Do any of these thoughts feel like unshakable facts?"I'll never recover.""My body is broken.""I'm the one person who can't be helped."If so, you're not alone.But what if these persistent thoughts aren't absolute truths? What if they're just well-rehearsed mental loops running on replay?Michelle and I explore:How limiting beliefs unknowingly fuel sleep anxietyWhether belief shifts first — or behavior leads the waySimple ways to challenge old sleep narrativesWhy you don't need perfect beliefs to recoverIf fear-based beliefs are keeping you stuck, this episode is a must!Listen for truths rather than fixes. Because those are the realizations that will lead you back to effortless sleep. Enjoy!

The Week in Headlines and The Lighter Side of the News: Scotland’s war on cats; Van Gogh painting dispute; 12,000-year-old pebbles explained; Mom’s message in a bottle found by daughter, 26-years later; WWE fan breaks record; World’s smallest inhabited island; first emperor penguin reaches Australia; worlds thinnest pasta.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Week in Headlines, and the Lighter Side of the News: Canadian grandma breaks pushups record; Vinyl record from 66 wedding found; record hanging clothes; Pennsylvania police pursue persistent pig pedestrian; plane ground when 132 hamsters escape; band plays world’s deepest concert in a mine; 12,000-year-old pebbles found; mom’s message in a bottle found 26 years later.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Week in Headlines, and the Lighter Side of the News: 1904 Olympic gold medal auctioned; corpse flower blooms; drug addled rats eating the evidence; odd Oregon laws; flying motorcycle; Wonka inspired hotel; boneless chicken wings? 100 allergies; ice marathon runner; training with a fridge; worlds thinnest pasta; how to stop hiccups; stop bringing snakes to the hospital; Eiffel Tower sculpture denied record; 12th century leaning tower saved; floating alligator alert; New England sandwiches.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Week in Headlines and the Lighter Side of the News. Trump announces first 10 executive orders; M N ice festival; photographer, model break record; woman rescued after nose ring stuck in chair; pineapple on pizza; TSA reveals top unusual finds; Odd Oregon laws.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Week in Headlines and the Lighter Side of the News: 10 more things Trump plans to rename; draconian state laws taking effect in 2025; 10 things husbands suffer that are more painful than childbirth; Polly Pocket Airbnb in Massachusetts; Wonka inspired hotel; clarifying boneless chicken wings; CA woman with 100 different allergies; training for marathon with fridge; how to stop hiccups; stop bringing snakes to hospitals; Eiffel Tower sculpture denied world record.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Georgene and James Blind with the Lighter Side of the News from 2024.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Money2Byrne The Podcast that looks at the Lighter Side of Business Tis the season for a Special Christmas Episode of Money2Byrne. We once again return to the cafe for some Mince Pies, cuppa Coffee and some holiday fun as we bring you 5 of your festive favourites. We have a What you never knew, in which we tell you about the quickest Christmas Carol ever written,We have a No more funny Business that's rather quite Kinky, a None of your business jn which we look at a country that banned Christmas up until not too long ago, Name of Thrones will give you Another well known company and how it got its name, and our Hot Topic will look at Christmas traditions that are no longer in existence. So sit back relax and listen, to all Money2Byrne has to offer. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-w-byrne/support

The Week in Headlines and the Lighter Side of the News, James Blind joins Georgene.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The legal news of the day can be challenging, depressing, and even anxiety producing. So Glenn decided to lighten things up a bit and do a recurring segment called "The Lighter Side of Legal."In this new series, he sits down with TV news legal analysts and discusses things like:who inspired them to pursue legal analyst work?what are their most memorable cases when they were practicing law?what are their most memorable green room encounters?what are their favorite movies involving the law?and many other fun topicsFor the first episode - he sat down with fellow MSNBC legal analyst Danny Cevallos. Given that Danny is a career defense attorney and Glenn's a former career prosecutor, they often come at the legal issues of the day from two very different perspectives. Yet, more often than not, they end up landing at the same place on the legal issues of the day.You can find Danny at: dannycevallos.comIf you're interested in supporting our all-volunteer efforts, you can become a Team Justice patron at: / glennkirschner If you'd like to support us and buy Team Justice and Justice Matters merchandise visit:https://shop.spreadshirt.com/glennkir...Check out Glenn's website at https://glennkirschner.com/Follow Glenn on:Threads: https://www.threads.net/glennkirschner2Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/glennkirschner2Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/glennkirschner2Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/glennkirsch...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The legal news of the day can be challenging, depressing, and even anxiety producing. So Glenn decided to lighten things up a bit and do a recurring segment called "The Lighter Side of Legal."In this new series, he sits down with TV news legal analysts and discusses things like:who inspired them to pursue legal analyst work?what are their most memorable cases when they were practicing law?what are their most memorable green room encounters?what are their favorite movies involving the law?and many other fun topicsFor the first episode - he sat down with fellow MSNBC legal analyst Danny Cevallos. Given that Danny is a career defense attorney and Glenn's a former career prosecutor, they often come at the legal issues of the day from two very different perspectives. Yet, more often than not, they end up landing at the same place on the legal issues of the day.You can find Danny at: dannycevallos.comIf you're interested in supporting our all-volunteer efforts, you can become a Team Justice patron at: / glennkirschner If you'd like to support us and buy Team Justice and Justice Matters merchandise visit:https://shop.spreadshirt.com/glennkir...Check out Glenn's website at https://glennkirschner.com/Follow Glenn on:Threads: https://www.threads.net/glennkirschner2Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/glennkirschner2Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/glennkirschner2Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/glennkirsch...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The legal news of the day can be challenging, depressing, and even anxiety producing. So Glenn decided to lighten things up a bit and do a recurring segment called "The Lighter Side of Legal."In this new series, he sits down with TV news legal analysts and discusses things like:who inspired them to pursue legal analyst work?what are their most memorable cases when they were practicing law?what are their most memorable green room encounters?what are their favorite movies involving the law?and many other fun topicsFor the first episode - he sat down with fellow MSNBC legal analyst Danny Cevallos. Given that Danny is a career defense attorney and Glenn's a former career prosecutor, they often come at the legal issues of the day from two very different perspectives. Yet, more often than not, they end up landing at the same place on the legal issues of the day.You can find Danny at: dannycevallos.comIf you're interested in supporting our all-volunteer efforts, you can become a Team Justice patron at: / glennkirschner If you'd like to support us and buy Team Justice and Justice Matters merchandise visit:https://shop.spreadshirt.com/glennkir...Check out Glenn's website at https://glennkirschner.com/Follow Glenn on:Threads: https://www.threads.net/glennkirschner2Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/glennkirschner2Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/glennkirschner2Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/glennkirsch...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The legal news of the day can be challenging, depressing, and even anxiety producing. So Glenn decided to lighten things up a bit and do a recurring segment called "The Lighter Side of Legal."In this new series, he sits down with TV news legal analysts and discusses things like:who inspired them to pursue legal analyst work?what are their most memorable cases when they were practicing law?what are their most memorable green room encounters?what are their favorite movies involving the law?and many other fun topicsFor the first episode - he sat down with fellow MSNBC legal analyst Danny Cevallos. Given that Danny is a career defense attorney and Glenn's a former career prosecutor, they often come at the legal issues of the day from two very different perspectives. Yet, more often than not, they end up landing at the same place on the legal issues of the day.You can find Danny at: dannycevallos.comIf you're interested in supporting our all-volunteer efforts, you can become a Team Justice patron at: / glennkirschner If you'd like to support us and buy Team Justice and Justice Matters merchandise visit:https://shop.spreadshirt.com/glennkir...Check out Glenn's website at https://glennkirschner.com/Follow Glenn on:Threads: https://www.threads.net/glennkirschner2Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/glennkirschner2Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/glennkirschner2Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/glennkirsch...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Golf Distance and Self-Perception This chapter explores the nuances of golf distances and perceptions among golfers of various ages and skill levels. I discuss the average distance a golfer hits a seven iron, noting that it is often cited as 138 yards, but recognizing that this average can be misleading due to the broad range of golfer ages and abilities. Jeff Smith and I share our personal distances, with Jeff hitting his seven iron further than the average due to both his skill level and the elevation where he plays. We also humorously address exaggerated distance claims made by some senior golfers, highlighting how golfers often remember their best shots as their standard. Lastly, I recall attending Fuzzy Zoeller's Wolf Challenge, where I observed a variety of celebrity participants, underscoring the diversity and appeal of golf events. (11:00) Honesty in Golf This chapter touches on the themes of honesty and sportsmanship in golf. We start by addressing the famous movie quotes often misattributed, clarifying that "A man's got to know his limitations" is actually from "Magnum Force," not "Cool Hand Luke," which features "What we have here is a failure to communicate." Shifting to golf, we stress the importance of honesty about one's abilities on the course, emphasizing how inflated claims about driving distance are unimpressive. We share stories of golfing scrambles and the notorious cheating that often occurs, humorously recounting a scramble in Louisville where the police team won with an unbelievable score. We also explore the concept of "sandbagging" in golf—where players misrepresent their abilities, either to gain an advantage or to boost their ego—and question the motivations behind such behavior. (23:28) Golf Handicap Misconceptions This chapter explores the intricacies of the golf handicap system and its purpose as a representation of a golfer's potential. We break down common misconceptions, such as the belief that a handicap is a direct reflection of one's average score, and clarify how it actually accounts for a player's best potential performance. By analyzing a golfer's last 20 scores in relation to course and slope ratings, the system offers a fair way to compete across different levels of difficulty. We discuss how this system allows for fair competition, even against top players like Tiger Woods, by adjusting scores based on the course's challenges. We also touch on the issues of dishonesty in reporting scores and how that affects the perception of one's skill level. Ultimately, we emphasize the system's role in leveling the playing field and fostering fair competition, while acknowledging that not everyone reports their scores truthfully. (34:21) Improving Your Golf Game This chapter transports us to the beautiful mountains of Arizona, where we discuss the striking landscape surrounding the golf course and reminisce about the journey from cornfields to mountain vistas. We reflect on an intriguing story about Reggie Brooks, a former Notre Dame running back who scored a touchdown while unconscious, highlighting the unpredictable nature of sports. Shifting gears, we address the common reluctance among athletes to take golf lessons, despite their lifelong experience with coaching in other sports. We ponder why professional athletes, who understand the value of coaching, often shy away from lessons in golf, and emphasize the importance of seeking guidance to improve one's game. I share my personal experience of mastering the "hinge and thump" technique, illustrating the power of simplifying golf. Finally, we caution against emulating professional golfers without proper practice, stressing the need to approach the game in a way that suits one's own level and abilities.

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