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The Podcast That Rocked for 9/30/26. Slipknot announce (sicest) Stadium Tour for 2027, fan responses to support acts, more.Discussion Topics:Slipknot announce (sic)est Stadium Tour for huge stadiums in 2027Fans react to controversial support names including Marilyn Manson and Kublai Khan TXJim Root says next Slipknot album will hurt some feelingsKnocked Loose trying to help LTL victimBullet For My Valentine (finally) announce new album Social ApocalypseRolling Stone's Smelliest Fanbases (unconfirmed but funny)Upcoming albums/tours/moreSONG OF THE WEEK: A Perfect Circle “To Whom It May Concern” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1gvOSUZGXdoENTER TO WIN SLIPKNOT TICKETS AT CHASE FIELD IN ARIZONA: https://www.instagram.com/p/Dd7uG_CgqFF/“SLIPKNOT have announced their (sic)est Stadium Tour, crossing the globe Summer 2027. The tour, produced by Live Nation, launches July 3 at London's historic Wembley Stadium connected by EE, in a UK and Europe exclusive. On July 16, Slipknot touch down in D.C.'s Nationals Park to kick off their North American jaunt, which includes performances at Citi Field in Queens, New York, Chicago's Soldier Field, Boston's Fenway Park, Los Angeles' SoFi Stadium, San Francisco's Golden Gate Park and more. The tour wraps with five South American performances in Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru and Colombia. Featuring a brand new set, new staging and a setlist spanning across their career, these shows will be the ultimate Slipknot experience to date. The band are joined by Bring Me The Horizon as direct support on all North American dates with a rotation of special guests along the way including: Acid Bath, Lamb of God, Motionless In White, Lorna Shore, Kublai Khan TX, Polyphia, Loathe, and Vended. Marilyn Manson, Lorna Shore and Hatebreed support Slipknot in London for the tour kick off. Manson and Hatebreed rejoin them in South America in September along with local support to warm up the crowd.” (Press Release)
In this episode of Ruled by Reason, AAI President Randy Stutz sits down with Professor Darren Bush of the University of Houston Law Center to discuss the Antitrust Penalties and Procedures Act of 1974, better known as the Tunney Act, and its role in promoting transparency and judicial scrutiny of DOJ antitrust settlements. Federal antitrust enforcement today relies heavily on negotiated settlements rather than litigation. While settlements can conserve public resources, shorten the duration of anticompetitive conduct, and provide relief without the costs and delay of trial, they also raise important transparency concerns because negotiations occur behind closed doors and affected members of the public are not at the table. The Tunney Act was designed in part to address those concerns by requiring public disclosure, an opportunity for public comment, and judicial review of DOJ consent decrees under a public-interest standard. Stutz and Bush discuss the origins of the Tunney Act and the political controversy surrounding the ITT settlement that helped spur its enactment (5:50); the Act's disclosure and public-comment requirements (7:40); and the important distinction between pre-complaint consent decrees governed by the Tunney Act and settlements reached after litigation has begun and testimony has been taken (11:32). They then trace the evolution of judicial review under the Act, including the AT&T and Microsoft cases, the emergence of highly deferential review in the D.C. Circuit, and Congress's 2004 amendments aimed at strengthening meaningful judicial scrutiny (19:21). Bush explains why, in his view, courts have continued to treat many Tunney Act proceedings too deferentially notwithstanding those amendments. The conversation also turns to recent settlements that have renewed attention on the Tunney Act. Stutz and Bush examine the DOJ settlement of the HPE–Juniper merger challenge, the discovery ordered by the district court into the settlement process, concerns about political influence and remedies unrelated to competitive harm, and the court's ultimate decision to enter the decree (25:47). They also discuss the developing Tunney Act proceeding involving DOJ's settlement with Live Nation and the broader question whether courts should scrutinize not only the substance of antitrust settlements but also the integrity of the process by which they were reached. Finally, Stutz and Bush consider possible reforms, including proposals to extend Tunney Act-style review to Federal Trade Commission settlements and to clarify the respective roles of prosecutorial discretion and judicial review in evaluating government antitrust settlements (37:34).
¿Y si una parte del beneficio de una empresa dependiera de que su cliente no tenga ganas de darse de baja? Esta semana, Arturo Pina recorre un negocio bastante menos sofisticado de lo que parece: cobrar por las cosas que dejamos para mañana. Los agentes de inteligencia artificial nos sirven de punto de partida para preguntarnos cuánto hay de fidelidad y cuánto de inercia en una ventaja competitiva. De Meta y Planet Fitness pasamos a la letra pequeña de Live Nation, los incentivos de DraftKings y la factura de construir centros de datos. También hablamos de bonos y diésel; de Costco, McDonald's y Peloton; de la competencia en obesidad y de las operaciones de Endeavor, Royal Caribbean y MGM. El hilo conductor es una pregunta: ¿quién conserva el margen cuando comparar, reclamar, cancelar o negociar resulta más fácil? Actualidad Semanal +D, semana 39 de 2026 · 27 de septiembre · Arturo Pina. CAPÍTULOS 00:00 Bienvenida y presentación 01:14 Introducción: el negocio de que usted no haga nada 02:40 Meta y Muse: cuando la pereza cotiza en bolsa 06:08 Live Nation: el poder de la letra pequeña 08:58 DraftKings: el cliente rentable y el cliente en riesgo 11:36 Oracle: la IA descubre el hormigón 15:49 Bonos y diésel: el coste de la economía real 17:46 Costco, McDonald's y Peloton: conseguir que el cliente vuelva 20:15 Viking, Novo y Lilly: la competencia en obesidad 22:36 Endeavor y Silver Lake: el negocio de comprar un pleito 25:33 Royal Caribbean y MGM: adquirir no es asignar 27:23 Conclusión: ¿cuánto beneficio existe porque alguien no mira? Seguimos la conversación en el foro: https://foro.masdividendos.com/ Si os ha interesado, compartidlo con vuestros amigos, enemigos e incluso con la familia. Y dejadnos una valoración, aunque sea buena. Contenido de entretenimiento, información y educación financiera. No constituye asesoramiento ni recomendación de inversión.
A Florida man was given one simple task: take nine steps and say his ABCs during a DUI test. Easy, right? Not if you're aiming for the Dumbass News Hall of Fame. (0:00)Remember when turning 30 meant you could confidently navigate adulthood? Chaz and AJ discovered that's no longer a guarantee. Listeners called in with surprisingly basic things people should know how to do by age 30 but somehow never learned, from reading a paper map and addressing an envelope to ordering at a deli counter without looking like they're defusing a bomb. (7:38)Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik checked in with Chaz and AJ for a tour through rock history, concert chaos, and some of the wildest stories from his decades in the business. Jimmy discussed the latest buzz on a possible return of Ozzfest, looked back at the legendary first Farm Aid lineup, and recalled the time he somehow wound up in handcuffs at an AC/DC show. Things got even crazier when a conversation about rising country-rock stars Treaty Oak Revival and their beer-soaked crowds led Jimmy to tell the story of the biggest concert mess he's ever dealt with: a full-blown riot at a Rage Against the Machine and Wu-Tang Clan show. (16:19)
The global punk rock landscape would look vastly different without the bruising anthems, razor-sharp sociopolitical fury, and unwavering grit of Chicago's finest, Rise Against. For over two and a half decades, Tim McIlrath, Zach Blair, Joe Principe, and Brandon Barnes have acted as the sonic conscience of alternative music, throwing their weight behind causes that matter while sound-tracking the lives of millions. Now, the powerhouse four-piece is gearing up to cross the Pacific once again for what promises to be one of the most explosive, boundary-pushing double-bills down under has seen in years.While Aussie fans were treated to a brief, high-octane taste of the band in early 2024 when they tore through arenas opening for pop-punk royalty Blink-182, it has been nearly a decade since Rise Against commanded their own proper headline slots on our shores. The agonizing wait is finally over. Come November and December 2026, the band is returning to claim their throne, co-headlining a massive national run alongside Celtic-punk legends and longtime brothers-in-arms, the Dropkick Murphys. It is a pairing born out of mutual respect, raw sweat, and a shared philosophy that live music should be a unifying, sweat-soaked communion.From the relentless velocity of Melbourne's John Cain Arena to the open-air intensity of Brisbane, Sydney, Perth, and Gosford, this tour isn't just a victory lap; it's a necessary release. Australian crowds have always held a fiercely loyal, borderline-feral affection for Rise Against, matching McIlrath's soaring choruses and Blair's blistering fretwork note-for-note, mosh-for-mosh. With a staggering, deep-cut-heavy discography to pull from, the band is preparing to unleash the full-throttle, headline-length sets that local diehards have been starved of since 2018.Ahead of the highly anticipated summer tour, we sat down with the band's powerhouse guitarist, Zach Blair. Known for his explosive stage presence and deep-rooted passion for the global punk community, Zach opened up about the enduring bond between Rise Against and Australian audiences, the mechanics of co-headlining with a powerhouse like the Dropkick Murphys, why the heavy, fast, and unapologetic nature of punk rock is more vital now than ever before and more.General onsale tickets are available from livenation.com.au and livenation.co.nzBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.
In the newest episode of The Greatness Machine, host Darius Mirshahzadeh sits down with Lauren Handel Zander, founder and CEO of the Handel Group®, to explore her groundbreaking approach to life coaching. Lauren shares how she developed her signature methodology, breaking life into 12 distinct areas and teaching people to engineer their dreams through intentional inner dialogue. From her origins as an environmentalist who realized "it's the humans, not the trees," to rebuilding her entire life after a devastating professional betrayal, Lauren delivers a candid, practical, and deeply spiritual conversation about what it truly takes to create a life you love. In this episode, Darius and Lauren will discuss: (00:00) Introduction and guest background (02:06) Lauren's journey from environmental studies to coaching (05:00) The 12 areas of life for holistic growth (07:53) Reframing dreams as gifts, not goals (11:58) The inner dialogue and its influence (14:57) Promising yourself and building confidence (20:03) The role of energy and manifestation (25:01) Overcoming inner barriers and lies (29:58) Practical tools: daily design and night planning (34:57) The Hawkins scale and levels of consciousness (40:05) Spiritual bypassing and authentic alignment (44:58) The importance of accountability and promises (47:57) Lauren's advice for creating greatness Lauren Handel Zander is the Founder and CEO of Handel Group® and creator of The Handel Method®, an internationally recognized coaching methodology taught at institutions including MIT, Stanford Graduate School of Business, and NYU. For more than 20 years, she has coached thousands of individuals and executives from organizations including Vogue, Live Nation, and Google. She is the author of “Maybe It's You: Cut the Crap, Face Your Fears, Love Your Life” and was named by GQ in 2025 as one of 10 life coaches redefining what it means to lead and live. Connect with Lauren: Website: https://www.handelgroup.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenzander/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenzander_coach/ Connect with Darius: Website: https://therealdarius.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imthedarius/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thegreatnessmachine Book: The Core Value Equation https://www.amazon.com/Core-Value-Equation-Framework-Limitless/dp/1544506708 Write a review for The Greatness Machine using this link: https://ratethispodcast.com/spreadinggreatness.
In this episode of Skip the Queue, Andy Povey is joined by Eddie Kemsley, CEO of Dreamland in Margate – one of the oldest surviving amusement park in the country, and one of the most reinvented.Dreamland dates back to 1880. It closed in 2003, and reopened in 2015 as a vintage amusement park. Since then it has become something harder to categorise: a park, a six-and-a-half-thousand capacity outdoor music venue, an indoor events space, a wedding venue and a filming location, all on sixteen acres of seafront.At the end of 2023, LN-Gaiety - the Live Nation and Gaiety Investments joint venture - took a controlling stake in the business.Eddie now leads the boutique festival side of the business, she has served on BALPPA's Management Committee and still sits on the marketing sub-committee, helping shape the association's marketing seminars.They talk about diversification as strategy rather than accident, what the events and filming side really contributes, and what the industry network gives an operator who sits beyond the usual categories.This episode is part of Skip the Queue's mini-series celebrating 90 years of BALPPA, looking at the people and businesses shaping the UK attractions industry. Show references: Eddie Kemsley - CEO Dreamland, Margatehttps://www.dreamland.co.uk/https://www.linkedin.com/in/eddie-kemsley-59926110/ Skip the Queue is brought to you by Merac. We provide attractions with the tools and expertise to create world-class digital interactions. Very simply, we're here to rehumanise commerce. Your host is Andy Povey.If you like what you hear, you can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all the usual channels by searching Skip the Queue or visit our website SkiptheQueue.fm.If you've enjoyed this podcast, please leave us a five star review, it really helps others find us. And remember to follow us on LinkedIn. Credits:Written by Laura Baxter (YourCMO)Edited by Steve FollandProduced by Emily Burrows and Sami Entwistle (Plaster) Download The Visitor Attractions Website Survey Report - https://www.merac.co.uk/download-the-visitor-attractions-survey We have launched our brand-new playbook: ‘The Retail Ready Guide to Going Beyond the Gift Shop' — your go-to resource for building a successful e-commerce strategy that connects with your audience and drives sustainable growth. Download your FREE copy here
La Dispute have always been a band that operates entirely on their own axis. For over two decades, the Grand Rapids, Michigan post-hardcore titans have bypassed traditional genre boundaries, instead crafting a visceral, emotionally exhausting world built on spoken-word poetry, jarring rhythms, and some of the most fiercely passionate storytelling ever committed to tape. They don't just play songs; they blood-let on stage, dragging their audiences through harrowing tales of grief, love, and the terrifying fragility of human existence.Now, the band is gearing up to cross the Pacific once again for a highly anticipated Australian tour, bringing their legendary live intensity back to a fanbase that treats their lyric sheets like sacred texts. To get the lowdown on what promises to be one of the most raw and punishing live music experiences of the year, HEAVY sat down with the mastermind himself, frontman Jordan Dreyer.If you've ever listened to a La Dispute record, you already know that Dreyer doesn't do things by halves. On stage, he is a tempest—pacing, gripping the microphone like a lifeline, and screaming with an urgency that makes you feel like the room is actively cave-in around you. Off stage, however, he is the exact antithesis: remarkably articulate, profoundly thoughtful, and disarmingly humble.In this sprawling, unfiltered chat, Jordan opens up about the band's enduring, symbiotic relationship with Australian audiences—a crowd he notes has a unique, uncompromising appreciation for heavy, emotionally transparent music. We dig deep into the physical and psychological toll of performing tracks from Wildlife and Somewhere at the Bottom of the River Between Vega and Altair night after night, exploring how he manages to find new spaces of catharsis in stories he wrote more than a decade ago without losing his mind in the process.We also chat about the sheer endurance required to front a band as sonically demanding as La Dispute, their recent album No One Was Driving the Car and how it was received, translating the aural significance of their music to the live setting, why Australia remains an essential, unmissable pilgrimage for the band and more. Strap yourselves in, heavy music fans. This is a fascinating glimpse into the mind of one of alternative music's most compelling and brilliant lyricists. Ladies and gentlemen, give it up for the one and only Jordan Dreyer.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.
The fall 2024 King Diamond tour finally reached Night Demon's home market of Los Angeles, California. The guys played a highly successful gig in front of family, friends and industry contacts. From there, the tour rolled on to Las Vegas, where Overkill's involuntary travel delays wreaked havoc with Night Demon's preparations; however, the show ultimately went off without a hitch. The next night in San Diego was also stressful, in part because of unexpected issues with tour security. Listen in for all the details, plus audio clips from the shows.Become a subscriber today at nightdemon.net/subscriber. This week, subscribers have access to the bonus content below:Streaming Audio: Full Show - Los Angeles, CA - November 29, 2024Streaming Audio: Full Show - San Diego, CA - December 1, 2024LINKSYouTube Theater - YouTube Theater | Hollywood Park | Inglewood, CA | YouTube TheaterVirgin Theater - The Theater - Virgin Hotels Las VegasCal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre - CalCoast Credit Union Open Air Theatre | CCCUOAT | A.S. | SDSU Listen at nightdemon.net/podcast or anywhere you listen to podcasts! Follow us on Instagram Like us on Facebook
VLOG Sept 17 Huawei on Trial book is now out: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0HK35J9H1 Epstein "fraudster" case, NYT credit, questions on JPM Chase due diligence: https://www.patreon.com/MatthewRussellLee/posts/due-diligence-37-169737678 Live Nation, FOIA lawsuit v DOJ, WH: https://matthewrussellleeicp.substack.com/p/ticketmonster-foia-edition-after UN censors, states spy- w/ Huawei
Chaz and AJ took a call from Frank the truck driver, who says too many people are walking into the street looking at their cell phones, instead of looking at the street. (0:00) A crazy video of a plane falling apart, mid-air has gone viral. Chaz and AJ had the audio of the frantic passengers reacting to the cabin collapsing, and got a translation from a member of the Tribe. Plus, more calls about some of the worst turbulence the Tribe has endured. (5:30) In Dumb Ass News, a singing pumpkin that has been sold as a children's toy, is upsetting parents for some of the adult-sounding lyrics. (17:15) Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on with Chaz and AJ to talk about Metallica adding dates, his thoughts on the implosion of the Ed Sheeran tour, and shared in infamous Axl Rose moment. Plus, the world's biggest Ian Anderson fan. (23:57) Photo credit: Reuters
Jai Al-Attas started a record label at 16, sold it to Virgin Records at 24, and never went to college. So when he moved to LA and tried to get people from a reentry program and a homeless youth org into music industry internships, the question that kept coming back — "are these people in college?" — landed personally.He didn't have a plan. He had a chip on his shoulder and $1,800 he needed for rent. He spent it on 10 Chromebooks instead.
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In Dumb Ass News, a woman skids across the street on her face, after wiping out while riding a mini bike. Chaz's wife, Jennifer called in to share her story of hitting the wall in garage after a similar incident. (0:00) A man got more than he bargained for, after challenging his friend to hit him with a potato gun. The shot was pefectly between the legs, and brought him to the ground immediately. (5:08) Chaz and AJ asked the Tribe to call in and share the things they are celebrating this week. From the Patriots loss, to a 61st wedding anniversary, and getting meet their anonymous kidney donor, the Tribe really stepped it up. (10:45) Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on with Chaz and AJ to talk about last night's John Fogerty performance, and answered the Tribe's questions about Danzig, Slayer, and more. Plus, some no-so-fond memories of working with one of rock's most difficult stars. (35:10)
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Tuesday, September 8, 2026. Live Nation tease "The Great NOLA Trendkill" at New Orleans' Lakefront Arena, with a rumored lineup including Pantera, Down, Crowbar, Corrosion Of Conformity, Eyehategod, Power Trip and Pig Destroyer. Gene Simmons speaks at length with Michael Moynihan about Ace Frehley's death, his influence on a generation of guitar players, the empty chair at the Kennedy Center Honors, and his current relationship with Peter Criss. And Enjoy Wrestling co-owner Kurt Hackimer issues a full statement to KDKA on what happened to Andy Williams at Saturday's event in Pennsylvania. Scott Penfold breaks it all down in under five minutes. Full stories at loadedradio.com. Stream Loaded Radio 24/7 or download the free Loaded Radio app on Apple and Google Play.
Punk in the Park founder Cameron Collins breaks his silence on a $250 political donation that split the punk scene - and reveals plans to bring the festival back. Topics Include: Punk in the Park traces roots back to pandemic Prior fests: Punk in Drublic, Sobroso, Scallywag festivals Live Nation courtship briefly paused earlier festival branding Punk in the Park debuted, drawing thousands nightly Cameron explains his hands-on promoter and producer role His punk awakening: hearing the Ramones as a kid Punk rock's meaning: distrust, self-reliance, misfit belonging Cameron opens up about his $250 Trump donation Donation explained as protest against Biden running again He admits regret, calling it a costly mistake Initial backlash was mild, mostly online chatter Dropkick Murphys' onstage denouncement escalated the controversy Cameron feels singled out versus other political donors He highlights years of charity and community giving Bands say they're paid and treated better here Festivals act as touring anchors for national routes Headliners reportedly earn more at fests than clubs Cameron's booking philosophy: all viewpoints get a stage Hard line drawn: Nazis and hate groups banned He booked a singer after his own separate cancellation He acknowledges marginalized fans' real safety concerns New Silverado festival branches into psychobilly and Americana Silverado revives a legendary Southern California festival site Cameron pushes for dialogue over reflexive cancel culture He shares a cross-political friendship with a fellow musician Conversation turns to America's deepening political polarization Cameron argues both parties ultimately serve the same interests He champions smaller government and personal freedom Cameron confirms plans to relaunch the festival by 2027 High resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Apple: https://tinyurl.com/tvg-ios Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/tvg-spot Amazon Music: https://tinyurl.com/tvg-amazon Support the show at Patreon.com/VinylGuide
La música parece estar en todos lados y, sin embargo, hace décadas que dejamos de comprarla como antes. En este episodio recorremos cómo fue cambiando su modelo de negocio: de las partituras y los discos al MP3, Spotify, los conciertos, los derechos y los catálogos musicales. También vemos quién gana dinero realmente cuando escuchamos una canción, para qué siguen existiendo las grandes discográficas, cómo funcionan compañías como Spotify, Universal Music Group y Live Nation, y por qué Suecia terminó convirtiéndose en una potencia mundial de la música pop. Y, como siempre, llevamos todo al terreno de las inversiones para entender qué oportunidades existen dentro de una industria que genera miles de millones de dólares y que sigue transformándose con cada nueva tecnología. Como funciona el negocio de la música
In this episode, Logan and guest co-host Erin Leonard sit down with Shannon Werkhoven, a decade-plus event pro and venue sales manager at two iconic Live Nation venues, to talk about the one thing that separates planners who consistently book work from those who don't: personal brand. Shannon shares when she realized her own brand was actually working for her, what makes an event planner stand out from the venue side of the table, and the real difference between having a personal brand and just having a social media presence. If you want to be the planner clients think of before they even start searching, this episode is your roadmap.SHOW NOTES:Register for the 2026 Better Events Conference: https://app.swapcard.com/login/event/2026-better-events-conference/registration Purchase our on-demand How to Start an Event Planning Business Workshop: https://bettereventspod.com/workshopConnect with Shannon Werkhoven:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannon-werkhovenConnect with guest co-host Erin Leonard on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/%E2%9C%A8-erin-leonard-cmm-66155a59/Learn more about the pod, Better Events Conference and more: https://bettereventspod.com/the-latestWant our updated free run of show template? Download it here: https://bettereventspod.com/templates/p/run-of-show-template-freeTHANKS FOR THE LOVE! Love this podcast? Please share with your event friends, tag us, and leave a review!——FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM:@bettereventspod@loganstrategygroup_events (Logan)@epeventsllc (Mary)
Wall Street Journal reporter Dave Michaels joins Bob Sirott to talk about ongoing lawsuits that involve Live Nation and Ticketmaster and where those cases currently stand. He also explains what could happen once these cases are resolved and the trend of popular artists selling batches of cheaper tickets.
Bruno Mars will headline a second Auckland show, with another concert set to take place at Eden Park on March 14. Citing 'overwhelming fan demand' for the singer's March 13 date, promoter Live Nation said presale tickets for the new show are now on sale for those who registered. Entertainment commentator Chris Schulz says the next few months are shaping up to be good for major artists, with Robbie Williams, the Foo Fighters, Olivia Dean and Dom Dolla, among others, seeing big demand among Kiwi audiences. "I don't have the stats yet, but I believe that would be record-breaking. I can't think of another summer like it." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Shakira Biography Flash a weekly Biography. Shakira's past few days have been a mix of hard numbers, hard news, and heartfelt philanthropy, and they all matter for the long arc of her biography. Billboard reports that her World Cup anthem Dai Dai with Burna Boy is now spending its sixth week at number one on the Billboard Global 200 and its ninth week atop the Global Excl. U.S. chart, making it the longest running number one of 2026 on that global tally. Billboard and German chart service GfK also highlight that Dai Dai has dominated the German singles chart for eight straight weeks, underscoring one of the strongest commercial runs of her career in 2026. In parallel, outlets like Info7 in Mexico note that Shakira has been celebrating on Instagram after the song held the number one spot on Spotify's global chart for more than a month, crossing roughly 370 million streams, a reminder that even decades into her career she still commands streaming-era attention. But the most biographically significant development this week is offstage, back home in Colombia. According to Forbes and regional outlets, Shakira has returned to quake hit areas of her country and pledged a total of about 1.25 million dollars to rebuild schools destroyed by the recent earthquake, channeling the funds through her Pies Descalzos Barefoot Foundation and leveraging the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, Live Nation, and CAF to match portions of that aid. Azerbaijani news agency Azertac and other international sources quote her stressing that schools are more than buildings and that giving children stability after disaster is the priority. In a related philanthropic storyline that suddenly became news again, Colombian media such as El Colombiano, Caracol TV, and Semana have been replaying her now viral July meeting with YouTube star MrBeast at the World Cup final, where she informally proposed teaming up to build schools in Colombia. Those same reports emphasize that, as of now, there is no confirmed joint project or signed agreement, so any large scale Shakira MrBeast school initiative remains speculative rather than official. On the live front, The National in the UAE and Russian outlet Moskva 24 report fresh reshuffling of her touring map. Promoters confirm that Shakira's November date in Doha has been canceled and that the Offlimits Festival in Abu Dhabi, where she was set to appear with the Jonas Brothers, has also been called off or moved, while her November 28 concert at the Pyramids of Giza in Egypt remains on for now as a unique Middle East stop. Colombian newspaper El Heraldo adds that security concerns in the broader Middle East have forced a reprogramming of her Qatar and Abu Dhabi shows, even as her Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour stays very much alive. Spanish and German press note that Madrid is becoming the epicenter of this phase of her career: the temporary Shakira Stadium at the Iberdrola Music site in Villaverde is being finished to host a run of massive shows starting September 18, with multiple dates that constitute the only European stop of the tour. This Madrid residency, backed by reports from Europa Press and others, will stand out long term as a key residency moment in her touring history. There is also a quieter but symbolically important legal footnote. German language financial commentary, citing Spain's high court, reports that Shakira is due to recover around 50 million euros from the Spanish tax authorities after a ruling in her favor, a reversal that will likely be remembered as a decisive chapter in her long and very public tax battles with Spain. While full legal documentation has not yet been widely circulated in English language entertainment media, these reports describe it as a final high court decision, not mere speculation. On social media, Shakira herself has been amplifying her education work in Colombia, posting about visiting affected children and calling on fans and NGOs to join what she frames as a global education effort linked to her Dai Dai royalties and tour ticket surcharges, according to Forbes and Sony Music statements reported in Korean outlet ChosunBiz. At the same time, fan accounts on X and pop culture trackers like Pop Core have been pushing the narrative of Dai Dai as the defining global hit of 2026, reinforcing her image as both a chart force and a humanitarian. All together, these last few days cement Shakira's late career narrative: a global hitmaker whose World Cup anthem is breaking records, a stadium level touring artist building a temporary venue in Madrid bearing her name, a philanthropist turning that momentum into schools for children in disaster zones, and a long embattled tax defendant who, according to European financial press, is finally winning money back from the state rather than paying it out. Thats it for this Shakira Biography Flash. Thank you for listening, and be sure to subscribe so you never miss an update on Shakira. And if you love stories like this, search the term Biography Flash for more great biographies. Thanks for listening. This has been a Quiet Please production. Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta
Following a Supreme Court decision that cleared the way, a federal judge lifted a nationwide block on President Donald Trump's executive order that limited mail-in voting ahead of the midterm elections.A historic drought in the northwestern United States is supercharging what's on track to already be a historic wildfire season.And reporting from The Wall Street Journal indicated that Trump intervened at the Department of Justice as the agency was preparing to sue Live Nation, the world's largest concert promoter.And, in global news, this week, President Donald Trump imposed 50% tariffs on Canadian imports, prompting Ottawa to retaliate with tariffs of its own. Canada and the U.S. exchanged about 872 billion dollars in goods and services in 2025.Friday marks six months since the start of the U.S. war with Iran. This week Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent issued a warning to foreign governments and companies saying they could lose access to the U.S. financial system if they continue doing business with Tehran. President Trump said he's not in a hurry to return to the negotiating table.And a catastrophic flood at the border between Nepal and China killed at least 400 people, with thousands more still missing.We cover the most important stories from around the world in the News Roundup.Find more of our programs online. Listen to 1A sponsor-free by signing up for 1A+ at plus.npr.org/the1a.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy
Your feed said the midterms are over. Brian Derrick says take a breath. Plus Rob Sand is the favorite to be Iowa's next governor.The Supreme Court's shadow docket order on Donald Trump's mail-in voting executive order launched a thousand dramatic headlines this week. Brian Derrick walks through what the 6-3 order actually did, which was lift one of two injunctions on standing grounds, and why the slow churn of the courts may be working in our favor before November 3. Glennis Meagher explains why the panic is still a fair feeling with ballots going out in a matter of weeks across 24 jurisdictions, Arizona, Michigan, Nevada, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin among them. Also, Glennis looked up who cast a mail ballot in Florida's August 18 primary. It was Donald Trump.Then the numbers. Second quarter GDP growth came in at 1.5 percent, down from 2.1. New 50 percent tariffs on Canadian goods took effect over the weekend and Mark Carney's government answered within days. Brian explains the death of deference, which is how a president keeps doing the exact thing the Supreme Court told him he cannot do, by citing a new law every single time.Glennis opens a new weekly corruption beat with the Wall Street Journal's reporting on Live Nation. Michael Rapino sat down with Trump in the Oval Office on February 27 to talk Kennedy Center bookings, and Trump asked why the antitrust case had not settled. Two words to a senior DOJ official, settle it, and a case built over years was resolved days into trial. Brian lays out how far the pattern now runs: four airlines controlling 70 percent of the market, three carriers controlling 98 percent of wireless, two companies controlling every pair of sunglasses you have ever owned. Plus the Joint Economic Committee report on Trump's oil and gas holdings during a war he started.Also this week for Clickbait or Double Click: the Hakeem Jeffries and Jared Kushner meeting that content creator land could not stop talking about, CIA Director John Ratcliffe's unannounced trip to Moscow, and DHS quietly conceding that its 16,000 noncitizen voters in Nevada figure was preliminary, with only 185 confirmed so far. Then your Oath Candidate of the Week doubles as your Good Vibe Goodbye. Rob Sand is running for governor of Iowa, multiple prognosticators now have him as the favorite, and his coattails could put three Iowa House seats in play. We also take a minute for Dolly Parton.UPDATE: This episode was recorded Wednesday morning, August 26, 2026. Later that day the Kremlin confirmed Ratcliffe met with Russian intelligence counterparts in Moscow and said Vladimir Putin was briefed but did not attend. Trump called the trip "semi-routine."New episodes of Vibes Only are available for download first thing every Thursday morning! Hit that FOLLOW and we'll keep you informed for the midterms.EPISODE RESOURCES/LINKSThe Oath Candidate of the Week: Rob SandsClickbait or Double-Click 1: Jeffries Defends Kushner Meeting, Vowing Tough Oversight of Trump - The New York TimesClickbait or Double-Click 2: White House Crops Natalie Harp Out of Grand Prix Content - Rolling StoneClickbait or Double-Click 3: DHS acknowledges the noncitizen numbers it touted on voter rolls were inflated - NPRSend us a text!Watch us on YoutubeFollow us on Instagram Oh, we're on TikTok tooFollow Brian on IG Follow Glennis on IG
Everybody in power announced something this week. Almost nobody showed the paperwork.Trump promised an economic D-Day against Iran, then his Treasury Secretary stood at a podium and declined to pull the trigger, saying out loud that he did not want to blow up the global financial system. Trump announced a beef deal to bring your grocery bill down, but there is no executive order, no named suppliers, and the window closes days after you vote. The Supreme Court handed him a win on mail ballots without ever ruling on whether the order is legal. Mark Zuckerberg published a manifesto about how communities benefit from data centers, and two days later, in the exact parish he named, regulators voted to keep his numbers sealed.Tonight we go looking for the paperwork.Full Follow the Money segment on the ballroom and the nuclear bunker already sitting under the White House, the Wall Street Journal reporting on Live Nation and the Kennedy Center, the Trump Organization filing trademarks on flight suits and shuttle buses, and the Taylor Farms donation timeline. Then Research on a Dime on what the finished primary season actually proved, including Darline Graham winning South Carolina by four points after a full Trump recruitment effort. Breakdown in the Public asks who is even allowed to know what your town agreed to.Political Solutions Without Political Bias.CHAPTERS00:00:00 Pre-Show00:11:19 Cold Open: Everybody Announced Something, Nobody Showed the Paperwork00:14:40 Hasan Piker, Gavin Newsom, and Where Democrats Are Actually Focused00:21:13 Follow the Money: This Week in Trump Corruption00:21:32 The Ballroom and the Nuclear Bunker Already Under the White House00:26:22 Live Nation, the Kennedy Center, and the Oval Office Meeting00:31:10 Airport Trademarks: Flight Suits, Shuttle Buses, and DJT00:38:06 Taylor Farms, a Million Dollar Donation, and a 30 Month FDA Delay00:40:48 Eric Swalwell vs Max Miller: Who Actually Gets Investigated00:49:01 Nuanced News: SCOTUS Let the Mail Ballot Order Move Without Ruling It Legal00:57:53 Iran: The Economic D-Day That Never Fired01:06:40 40 Trillion in Debt and 50 Percent Tariffs on Canada01:12:14 Trump's Beef Deal Has No Signed Order and Expires After the Election01:15:55 Quick Hits: Vaccine Order, Maxwell, TikTok, Meta, MAHA, ARIA, Alex Jones01:20:48 Research on a Dime: What the Primary Season Actually Proved01:22:25 Darline Graham Wins South Carolina by Four Points01:25:28 Oklahoma Nominates a Democratic Socialist for Senate01:26:50 The Florida Turnout Number Nobody Covered01:28:51 Buttigieg in South Carolina and the 2028 Opening01:29:27 Breakdown in the Public: Who Is Allowed to See the Terms01:30:16 Data Centers: Hochul, Abbott, Shapiro, and the NDA Fight01:36:00 Meta, Richland Parish, and the Numbers Louisiana Sealed01:40:54 Inclusionary Zoning: Does It Actually Build Housing01:45:43 Good News01:46:52 The First Drug That Treats the Cause of Narcolepsy01:48:10 Oregon's Psilocybin Data: 346 People, 24 Service Centers01:49:58 The First mRNA Cancer Vaccine to Clear a Phase 3 Trial01:53:30 Closing ThoughtsRESOURCES AND RECOMMENDATIONSPODCAST NETWORKPodcast Website: https://www.purplepoliticalbreakdown.comALIVE Podcast Network: Check out the ALIVE Network where you can catch a lot of great podcasts like my own, led by amazing Black voices. https://alivepodcastnetwork.com/JOIN THE CONVERSATIONReddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/policysolutions/Discord: https://discord.gg/ptPAsZtHC9Substack: https://open.substack.com/pub/purplepoliticalbreakdownAll Links: https://linktr.ee/purplepoliticalbreakdownTHIS WEEK'S RECOMMENDED ORGANIZATIONSUnfuck America Tour and National Ground Game: Grassroots organizing and direct action across the country. https://www.nationalgroundgame.com/CIVICS App: Know more about your politicians, their voting records, and who funds them. https://www.civicpolitics.comHeadOn: A platform for contentious yet productive conversations, hosted and unguided, with AI features to sharpen the exchange. https://app.headon.ai/The Purple Political Breakdown is committed to fostering productive political dialogue that transcends partisan divides. Subscribe, rate, and share if you believe in purple politics, where we find common ground in the middle.
Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about aging singers who still sound incredible, and answered the Tribe's questions about Triumph, Gene Simmons, and more. Plus, some awesome behind-the-scenes details from shows at Hartford's Dillon Stadium and the infamous Van Halen "Live Without a Net" recording at the New Haven Coliseum.
What happens when an independent music promoter takes on one of the biggest companies in the live entertainment industry?Tommy Dorfman, CEO of Juice Entertainment, discusses his extraordinary journey through the US music and nightlife scene, from throwing house parties as a teenager to running major EDM, (Electronic Dance Music), events and working with some of the biggest names in entertainment.Tommy shares his account of building a successful promotion business, securing a 10-year deal connected to the Meadowlands State Fair, and what happened when he says Live Nation became involved and his planned EDM festival was ultimately cancelled.The conversation then turns to Tommy's long-running legal battle with Live Nation, the challenges faced by independent promoters, the rising cost of concert tickets, dynamic pricing, and what greater regulatory scrutiny could mean for artists, venues and fans on both sides of the Atlantic.Tommy's allegations and characterisations of Live Nation are contested and should not be taken as established facts. The episode explores his personal experience and perspective alongside the wider debate about competition and concentration in the live music industry.In this episodeTommy's childhood introduction to live music through concerts by artists including Prince, Michael Jackson, Madonna and Bruce SpringsteenHow throwing house parties as a teenager led him into the club and events businessRunning large-scale events and the importance of professional securityTommy's rise as an EDM and nightlife promoter across New York, New Jersey, Miami and the US East CoastHis plans for a major EDM festival at the MeadowlandsTommy's account of his dealings with Live Nation and the cancellation of the festivalThe impact he says the dispute had on his career and personal lifeHow he went from successful promoter to working door-to-door sales while funding his legal fightHis long-running lawsuit against Live NationThe experiences of other independent promoters he says he has encounteredLive Nation, Ticketmaster and concerns about market concentrationDynamic ticket pricing and the rising cost of live musicThe pressure on grassroots venues, clubs and pubsWhy independent promoters matter to the development of new artistsRegulatory scrutiny in the UK and USWhat a potential restructuring of the live entertainment industry could mean for fans, artists and promotersTommy's hopes for the future of live musicAbout Tommy DorfmanTommy Dorfman is the CEO of Juice Entertainment and has spent decades working in the US nightlife, club and live entertainment industries. In the episode, he discusses his career as a promoter, his involvement in EDM and his long-running legal dispute with Live Nation.Listen and followIf you enjoyed the episode, subscribe to the podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and leave a rating or review. It helps other listeners discover the show.Note: This episode contains discussion of alleged misconduct, competition concerns and ongoing or historical legal disputes. Statements concerning alleged conduct are presented as the guest's account and are not presented as findings of fact unless expressly stated otherwise.Undercurrent Stories contacted Live Nation for comment but to date have not received a response.Question or comment? Send us a text message.www.undercurrentstories.com
We're off to “The Land” to chat with Carrie Samek, Vice President of Event & Media Marketing at Rocket Arena and Cleveland Cavaliers in Cleveland, Ohio. After learning about the arena and Carrie's role with the venue and team, we chat through what it was like curating an exhibit around the 10 year anniversary of the Cav's iconic 2016 NBA Championship, and the challenges of joys that came along with it. Carrie tells us about how they planned the arena's 30th anniversary two years ago, which included a performance by Diplo and a drone show. We talk about her fun career path, from cold emailing the creator of Warped Tour to working phones at ClearChannel to touring with The Black Eyed Peas to her time with Belkin Productions and Live Nation and ultimately her current role. Whether you know her as Carrie, Wizzysis, Queen of Drones, or museum curator – to know Carrie is to love her and we know you'll love this episode all about someone who has helped shape some of Northeast Ohio's biggest moments.
Live Nation has launched Next On, a fantastic new initiative designed to give the next generation of Australian and New Zealand artists a genuine leg-up!I caught up with Emily Taylor from Live Nation to chat about how the program works, why giving emerging artists access to major venues and industry support can make such a difference, and what they’re looking for when it comes to finding the next big thing.We also talked about some of the artists who have already come through the program and why Next On could be a pretty exciting opportunity for artists looking to take that next big step.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today's Headlines: The Wall Street Journal revealed that Trump personally called a senior DOJ official to settle the antitrust lawsuit against Live Nation — days before trial, after Live Nation's CEO met with Trump at the White House to "discuss Kennedy Center bookings". Live Nation reportedly promised $10 billion in US investment in exchange for a favorable settlement so generous that most states refused to join it and kept suing, ultimately winning a jury verdict in April finding Live Nation illegally monopolizing the concert ticketing market. The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 to let Trump's mail-in voting restrictions move forward — not on whether they're constitutional, but on whether states had legal standing to sue — meaning DHS is now distributing citizenship lists to states and the Postal Service will only send ballots to pre-approved voters, with each state left to decide whether to comply before the Court rules on the actual merits, which is a convenient timeline heading into November. The Court also let Trump's ballroom-bunker construction continue while they decide whether it can continue. Yes, you read that right. On the immigration beat, the Trump administration is planning the largest mass visa revocation in US history, targeting up to 200,000 B1 and B2 visas held by asylum seekers issued between 2016 and 2026. And because somehow we are still at war with Iran even after “winning” several times, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent held an event threatening any country that does business with Iran with "the full reach of American power" under something called Operation Economic Outcast, without specifying any actual steps or deadlines, while Iran's trading partners apparently told them they don't really care. And finally, today is the South Carolina Senate runoff between Lindsey Graham's sister Darline — who refused to say whether she would have certified Biden's 2020 win — and Ralph Norman, with Trump's super PAC spending $800,000 on her behalf. Resources/Articles mentioned: WSJ: The Trump Intervention That Got the DOJ Off Live Nation's Back Axios: Trump says communities that oppose data centers are "making a mistake" NBC News: Supreme Court sides with Trump on some restrictions for mail-in ballots WaPo: Supreme Court eases path for Trump's sweeping limits on mail-in balloting Time: The Supreme Court Let Trump's Ballroom Proceed—for Now. Here's What That Means Axios: Trump administration to revoke up to 200,000 visas of asylum seekers NYT: Trump Lays It on the Line for Darline Graham Ahead of South Carolina Runoff MS Now: Darline Graham refuses to say if she would have certified 2020 election results Subscribe to the Betches News Room and join the Morning Announcements group chat. Go to: betchesnews.substack.com Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Culinary icon Bobby Flay is showcasing the next generation of food superstars in Bobby's Triple Threat, which returns for a new season August 25th on Food Network. As host of Bobby's Triple Threat, Bobby handpicked a trio of top of culinary Titans to represent him – Michael Voltaggio, Brooke Williamson and Ayesha Nurdjaja – and they must face highly skilled competitors who have the chance to win $25,000.In each episode, one world-class chef tries to make it past all three of Bobby's Titans to take home the $25,000 prize. In the first two rounds, Bobby picks the ingredients the chefs must use and the visiting chef selects which Titan to face. In round three, the challenger chooses the ingredients and faces the last Titan left. If the competitor can outcook the Titans (based on a guest blind judge) and earn more points, they take home bragging rights and the cash prize.A rising Food Network star, Michael Voltaggio has competed on Tournament of Champions and appeared on Beat Bobby Flay, Guy's Ranch Kitchen and Guy's Grocery Games. He was the winner of Top Chef Season 6, where he competed in the finale alongside his brother Bryan. Michael has been at the helm of some of the best restaurants in America - he earned a Michelin Star at Charlie Palmer's Dry Creek Kitchen, a rare 4-star review at The Bazaar by José Andrés and was a finalist for the James Beard Best New Restaurant award. As co-executive chef and partner with his equally talented brother, Bryan Voltaggio, Michael has launched multiple groundbreaking restaurants, including Voltaggio Brothers Steak House at MGM National Harbor, Vulcania at Mammoth Mountain, and Wye Oak Tavern in his hometown of Frederick, MD. His impact also reaches the music industry through Volt Burger, available at Live Nation venues nationwide.A native of Los Angeles, Brooke Williamson was the first winner of Food Network's Tournament of Champions in 2020 and won Top Chef season 14 in 2017. Brooke's culinary journey began at just 17 years old, taking her from the Epicurean Institute of Los Angeles to honing her skills under Michelin-starred Chef Ken Frank and at iconic restaurants like Michael's of Santa Monica. She refined her craft further at Daniel in New York City before becoming Executive Chef at Boxer and later Zax. She then launched Playa Provisions—a multifaceted dining destination featuring King Beach Café, Small Batch ice cream shop, Dockside restaurant, and Grain whiskey bar. Her first cookbook Sun-Kissed Cooking: Vegetables Front and Center was published in 2024. Her love of gardening inspires her culinary creations, bringing fresh, homegrown ingredients to life on the plate in new and exciting ways. She has also appeared on BBQ Brawl, Beat Bobby Flay and Chopped.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.
Shakira Biography Flash a weekly Biography. Shakira has spent the past few days turning global superstardom into boots-on-the-ground activism, and it is likely to become a defining chapter in her life story. According to USA Today, she made a surprise visit to Quibdo, capital of Colombias hard-hit Choco region, just a week after a 7.4 magnitude earthquake devastated western Colombia, killing nearly 287 people and injuring thousands. During that visit, she pledged to lead the rebuilding of the Technological University of Choco and help restore education for local children, extending her long-standing work through her Barefoot Foundation Pies Descalzos. BBC News Mundo reports that Shakira committed to help reconstruct ten schools and a university in Choco, describing the region as historically abandoned and calling on governments and private donors in Canada, Japan, the United Kingdom and beyond to join the recovery push. Brazilian outlet G1 adds that she announced more than one million dollars in support and personally toured damaged schools, reinforcing her image not just as a pop icon, but as an education-focused humanitarian whose philanthropy now sits at the core of her post-divorce, post-Barcelona narrative. Financially, this mission is backed by a network of partners. Euronews and Khaleej Times note that Global Citizen and Live Nation are each committing 500,000 dollars, while the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund and the development bank CAF added further contributions, pushing total pledged resources for schools to at least 1.25 million dollars. Telanganatoday explains that Shakira also used Instagram to share images and videos from the destroyed schools and to announce that the Howard G. Buffett Foundation will work with Pies Descalzos to build ten new schools, signaling a long-term, multi-year reconstruction effort likely to feature prominently in any future biography. On the music front, DancehallMag reports that her World Cup anthem Dai Dai with Burna Boy is holding the number one spot on the Billboard Global 200 for a fifth consecutive week and leading the Global Excl U.S. chart for eight weeks, while Forbes notes the single has returned Shakira to the UK Official Physical Singles chart for the first time in more than fifteen years. This simultaneous commercial peak and humanitarian visibility cements a late-career phase defined by global influence across sport, music, and education. Regionally, The National News and other outlets say security concerns have forced the cancellation of her Abu Dhabi festival appearance, with all tickets refunded, though her tour dates in Doha and at the Pyramids of Giza remain on track. That change of plans looks like a footnote now but could mark a turning point in how major tours react to geopolitical risk. There are ongoing social media whispers about her personal life and family dynamics, especially around co-parenting and travel, but these recent days show Shakira steering the narrative back to children, schools, and a global education mission. Any reports beyond the outlets mentioned here about new romances or private disputes remain unconfirmed gossip at this time and do not yet carry biographical weight. Thank you for joining this Shakira Biography Flash. Be sure to subscribe so you never miss an update on Shakira, and search the term Biography Flash for more great biographies. Thanks for listening. This has been a Quiet Please production. Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta
Culinary icon Bobby Flay is showcasing the next generation of food superstars in Bobby's Triple Threat, which returns for a new season August 25th on Food Network. As host of Bobby's Triple Threat, Bobby handpicked a trio of top of culinary Titans to represent him – Michael Voltaggio, Brooke Williamson and Ayesha Nurdjaja – and they must face highly skilled competitors who have the chance to win $25,000.In each episode, one world-class chef tries to make it past all three of Bobby's Titans to take home the $25,000 prize. In the first two rounds, Bobby picks the ingredients the chefs must use and the visiting chef selects which Titan to face. In round three, the challenger chooses the ingredients and faces the last Titan left. If the competitor can outcook the Titans (based on a guest blind judge) and earn more points, they take home bragging rights and the cash prize.A rising Food Network star, Michael Voltaggio has competed on Tournament of Champions and appeared on Beat Bobby Flay, Guy's Ranch Kitchen and Guy's Grocery Games. He was the winner of Top Chef Season 6, where he competed in the finale alongside his brother Bryan. Michael has been at the helm of some of the best restaurants in America - he earned a Michelin Star at Charlie Palmer's Dry Creek Kitchen, a rare 4-star review at The Bazaar by José Andrés and was a finalist for the James Beard Best New Restaurant award. As co-executive chef and partner with his equally talented brother, Bryan Voltaggio, Michael has launched multiple groundbreaking restaurants, including Voltaggio Brothers Steak House at MGM National Harbor, Vulcania at Mammoth Mountain, and Wye Oak Tavern in his hometown of Frederick, MD. His impact also reaches the music industry through Volt Burger, available at Live Nation venues nationwide.A native of Los Angeles, Brooke Williamson was the first winner of Food Network's Tournament of Champions in 2020 and won Top Chef season 14 in 2017. Brooke's culinary journey began at just 17 years old, taking her from the Epicurean Institute of Los Angeles to honing her skills under Michelin-starred Chef Ken Frank and at iconic restaurants like Michael's of Santa Monica. She refined her craft further at Daniel in New York City before becoming Executive Chef at Boxer and later Zax. She then launched Playa Provisions—a multifaceted dining destination featuring King Beach Café, Small Batch ice cream shop, Dockside restaurant, and Grain whiskey bar. Her first cookbook Sun-Kissed Cooking: Vegetables Front and Center was published in 2024. Her love of gardening inspires her culinary creations, bringing fresh, homegrown ingredients to life on the plate in new and exciting ways. She has also appeared on BBQ Brawl, Beat Bobby Flay and Chopped.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-like-it-s-live--4113802/support.
Send us Fan MailSend us Fan MailIn this electrifying episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we welcome Tommy Dorfman, affectionately known as Tommy D, the founder of Juice Entertainment. Tommy's journey is nothing short of cinematic; starting as a teenage party promoter, he grew to become one of the most influential figures in the East Coast club scene. At just 16, he was already hosting underground house parties, eventually leading to the creation of Club Bliss, renowned for having the best sound system in the world.Tommy shares his incredible story of resilience, including a life-altering head injury that nearly derailed his dreams. He opens up about his ongoing legal battle with Live Nation, a fight that has spanned over a decade and reflects the challenges faced by independent promoters in the music industry. Listeners will gain insight into:- The early days of Tommy's party promotion and the lessons learned from living independently- The significance of creating an unforgettable club experience through exceptional sound and lighting- The emotional and physical toll of his head injury, and how it shaped his determination to succeed- The intricacies of his legal battle against Live Nation and the impact on the music industry- His vision for a new organization dedicated to advocating for fans and independent promotersJoin us for a compelling discussion that inspires listeners to fight for their dreams, no matter the obstacles. For more information on Tommy D and his work, visit tommydjuiceentertainment.comPodMatchPodMatch Automatically Matches Ideal Podcast Guests and Hosts For InterviewsSupport the show
LiveNation's Jimmy Koplik joined Chaz and AJ with the scoop on the just-announced Willie Nelson and Neil Young show at the Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater! Jimmy also heard a great story from a listener whose son scored an A+ on a school paper thanks to Jimmy, and then took on questions from the Tribe about concerts, artists, and some of the best stories from his legendary career.
A prehistoric shark tooth found on a New Jersey beach gives us a clue about just how HUGE these ancient predators were — can you guess the size? Plus, “Whimsical Wayne” called in with some ZZ Top trivia as Chaz and AJ paid tribute to drummer Frank Beard, who passed away yesterday. (0:00)A toddler refused to buckle up, stood in their seat, and caused an entire flight to turn around and cancel — stranding everyone until the next day. So what's the appropriate punishment? Chaz and AJ's child-hating experts AJ and Ruth weigh in. (10:12)Live Nation concert legend Jimmy Koplik called in to talk about ZZ Top drummer Frank Beard's passing, the band's decision to continue their tour, and some great stories from his years working with the band. Jimmy also had more details on the just-announced Willie Nelson and Neil Young show at the Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater in Bridgeport on September 22 — including the password for tomorrow's presale! (17:22)Chaz and AJ spoke with John Mazzei, the shoeless runner who has completed SIX marathons completely barefoot! Why does he do it, how does he train, and what does running 26.2 miles with nothing between your feet and the pavement actually feel like? (27:14)It was another therapeutic session as Chaz and AJ invited the Tribe to vent about the little things that drive them absolutely INSANE — from loud mufflers and unanswered texts to sticks of butter and the way shorter men act around taller women. And somehow, AJ STILL didn't get a chance to share his own petty pet peeve… maybe next week! (33:26)Comedian TJ Miller called in while he was in town for a show and got into everything from mechanical bulls to peanut butter to why he no longer plays a booger. And, of course, TJ busted out one of his famous voices! (48:32)
On today's podcast episode, we discuss the three biggest questions surrounding Spotify right now: Why is there a disconnect between Spotify's ad-supported revenue and its ad-supported users? Will podcast advertising provide another wave of growth? Can Spotify generate meaningful supplementary revenue from its new “Reserved” ticketing service in partnership with Live Nation? And more. Join Senior Director of Podcasts and host Marcus Johnson, along with Senior Editor Daniel Konstantinovic. Listen wherever you get your podcasts, or watch on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. Get more insights like these with our free, industry-leading newsletters covering advertising, marketing, and commerce. Sign up at emarketer.com/newsletters Purchase tickets and register for EMARKETER's The Future of Digital 2026 Summit here: https://www.emarketer.com/events/summit/2026-future-of-digital/?utm_source=events_page Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/emarketer/ For sponsorship opportunities contact us: advertising@emarketer.com For more information visit: https://www.emarketer.com/advertise/ Have questions or just want to say hi? Drop us a line at podcast@emarketer.com For a transcript of this episode click here: https://www.emarketer.com/content/podcast-advertising-disconnect-ai-covers-remixes-3-big-questions-spotify-behind-numbers © 2026 EMARKETER Awin is the all-in-one platform for smarter partner marketing. With award-winning technology, expert support and a global network of 1 million partners, Awin helps brands discover, manage and scale high-performing partnerships that drive measurable growth. Learn more.
Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about a very busy concert night, last night. Guns N Roses performed at MetLife Stadium, and Ritchie Blackmore jumped on stage at Jones Beach with Deep Purple for the first time since the 90's.
Your weekly guide to the music biz and how it all works. This week, Stu and Joe wade into share prices, EU Law, and German legal judgements... NO WAIT, COME BACK! These are all actually really interesting insights into modern pop music and how it connects with the humans who make it and enjoy it (honest.)Plus, TPOM Superfans get to hear Joe and Stu go deep – some may say too deep – into minor league Welsh football clubs seeking musical sponsorship opportunities. In this week's show:Universal Music Group is worth now than it was at the start of this year, based on its share price, and Spotify wobbled too… so why are people wondering whether music may not be making as much money as it could - and what is Spotify up to with independent labels?Welsh Ardal League South East football club Cwmbran Celtic have some new shirts for sale. Why are we telling you about this? Well, they feature some bands you might know…We need to talk about ‘Rubberz'. No, not erasers and – for our American listeners – not condoms either… it's an (allegedly!!!) AI-generated song that is becoming a cross-over hit.There's a lot going on with AI-music company Suno at the moment: a big legal ruling in Germany; its latest promises about how much it supports human artistry; and a very unexpected move into… vinyl!Two things that music publications BrooklynVegan, AltPress, Goldmine and Revolver have in common: first, they're all owned by Live Nation, which many people didn't realise. And second, “nearly all” their staff have reportedly been laid off. Is this the final nail in the coffin for music journalism?LISTENER LETTERS: after last week's Lock-In look at expensive Discogs records sales, James The Joiner gets in touch about his weirdly and unfortunately mis-pressed Blur LP – so will it be worth LOADS of money or NOT MUCH AT ALL? We investigate.And in the special post-show lock-in section just for our Patreon Superfans, Stu and Joe prop themselves up at the bar – in this week's bonus material: Mold Alexandra, Cefn Druids and Mumbles Rangers: what other rock/Welsh football sponsorships would you like to see? Who needs MTV when you can have Green Day TV? Although the lineup of artists featured is, well, quite a lot smaller than traditional music-TV channels…We've been talking about prediction-market Kalshi in recent episodes, and it turns out they're also betting on Spotify's financial results… [we also check if they were right.]===================================As ever, we welcome your feedback, emails and – in particular – any questions you might have about how the music biz works!Email us: thepriceofmusicpodcast@gmail.comSee you next week!Stuart and Joe======TPOM online: http://tpom.uk/Support The Price of Music on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/ThePriceofMusicFollow Stuart on X - @stuartdredgeFollow The Price of Music on X - @PriceofMusicpodFor sponsorship opportunities, please email - joe@musically.com
People magazine reports that Kelly Osbourne and Sid Wilson have ended their engagement — Scott Penfold explains why this isn't new, why it isn't connected to the Slipknot situation no matter how the timing looks, and what's actually changed this week. Plus Mercyful Fate announce their first live show in over three years, headed to Leyendas Del Rock in Spain in August 2027 with King Diamond, Hank Shermann, Mike Wead, Bjarne T. Holm and Becky Baldwin — and their long-awaited album still hasn't surfaced. And a harder one to close on: Veeps and Live Nation have gutted Revolver, Alternative Press, BrooklynVegan and Goldmine, with allegations now surfacing from a former employee about workplace treatment. A word about the people who write the things you read, and what it costs when they're gone.
Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on with Chaz and AJ this morning to address another tour being cancelled, and shared a story of going on stage to inform a rabid crowd about the Grateful Dead canceling their show for the night. Plus, the Tribe called in to ask about ferry service back to Long Island after shows at the Amp, the chances of seeing Creed on tour again soon, and why concerts seem to be skipping encores lately.
VLOG Aug 5 - DC edition, FOIA suit v DOJ on Live Nation https://innercitypress.com/FOIAsdnytrial1elivenationicp080426.html FDIC and OCC v communities https://innercitypress.com/crafoia1occfdicderegffw080326.html Diddy seizure list: https://patreon.com/MatthewRussellLee/posts/diddy-seizure-on-165769059 John Doe v Columbia U https://matthewrussellleeicp.substack.com/p/columbia-confidential-as-columbia @USUN colludes in UN decay and censorship
Rachel Quinn, Senior Director at Live Nation, explores what transforms arenas and concert venues into unforgettable experiences, from community-driven design and public art to the evolving role of technology in live entertainment.For show notes and more: https://ninedotarts.com/podcast-building-the-modern-arenaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
VLOG July 31 Live Nation day, FOIA lawsuit. Diddy lawyer https://matthewrussellleeicp.substack.com/p/diddy-pot-of-gold-when-sean-combs Bank fraud duo https://patreon.com/MatthewRussellLee/posts/duo-not-detained-165302088 Bank regulator fraud: https://innercitypress.com/cra2occfdicderegffw073126.html UN #NextSG poll results, @USUN Waltz' #KUNCA: "Keep the UN Corrupt Again" https://innercitypress.com/nextunsg1bstraw1pollwaltzusunicp073026.html
In this episode, I share exactly what happened when Live Nation — the world's largest live entertainment company — came to my contact form, and what it revealed about what it really means to treat speaking like a business. The speakers who will be on the biggest stages next year are building their assets right now. The ones who aren't? They're already missing the window. Tune in to discover: Why having the right assets in place is the difference between a decision-maker moving on in two seconds and reaching out to book you How far in advance the speaking industry actually books, and why most speakers are pitching too late What it truly means to show up like a pro and the one question you can ask yourself right now to find out if you're ready More from Tricia Join me LIVE for my Free Monthly Workshop Explore my content and follow me on YouTube Follow me on Instagram Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on LinkedIn Visit my website at TriciaBrouk.com
Episode 309, Snow Tha Product has comedian Felipe Esparza on the pod, and they end up matching haircuts and green shirts before the whole thing goes everywhere. They get into Felipe's canceled flight out of Providence, Messi's growth hormones, the time Felipe tried to make crack in a Dallas hotel room off room service baking soda, Snow briefly selling coke and getting fired from Ralph's for being a scab during the strike, Taco Bell secrets from working at Dodger Stadium, messing with loss prevention when they follow you around the store, Homeboy Industries and Father Greg Boyle, coming up watching Joey Diaz and Rogan, writing jokes out of trauma, gay bars and top-bottom culture, reality TV binges, merch chargebacks and bootleggers outside the shows, the Ticketmaster and Live Nation monopoly, promoters botching it in Yakima and a Coolio show that never happened, showering in the sink on tour, AI music and whether it comes for comedians next, Mexican wives' tales about eclipses and cleft lips, the rich foreign exchange kid who got sent to live in the projects, fighting people in the comments over the Mexican national team, Felipe's rabbit Slippers dying, the squirrels and raccoons and coyote wrecking Snow's ranch and the toxic rooster they finally got rid of, kids' TV like Big Comfy Couch and Mexican Sesame Street, and Felipe talking about being a teenage father, going to rehab, and how it went with his kids. Watch on YouTube and catch the livestreamed podcast every Tuesday at 6pm Pacific to join the chat. Find all episodes at everynightnights.com.Join the BCC everynightnights chat→ http://www.everynightnights.chathttps://www.youtube.com/@SnowThaProducthttps://www.tiktok.com/@snowthaproducthttps://www.instagram.com/snowthaproduct/
The conversation with Tommy D revolves around his battle against Live Nation and its impact on the music industry. Tommy shares his experience with the Jersey Shore, his love for EDM, financial struggles, and legal battles. He discusses the involvement of politicians and government agencies, revelations from discovery, and the call to action for support against Live Nation's practices.TakeawaysFight against Live NationImpact of Live Nation on the music industryChapters00:00 Call to Action and Support