Podcasts about lunchtime

Lunch-Time Confessions featuring Reggie's Mac & Cheese update

CJ Stroud takes the field for the first time since his concussion — how did he look? ITL dives in. Then it's Lunch-Time Confessions featuring Reggie's Mac & Cheese update, followed by the Winners & Losers from a packed weekend in sports.

In this episode of Addicted to Recovery, hosts Christopher White and Max Thomas sit down with Steve, a long-time member of Gamblers Anonymous who has been in recovery for almost ten years. Steve offers a raw and honest insight into how his gambling addiction began, how it spiralled out of control, and how recovery has transformed his life.Steve describes growing up in a stable, loving household, with no obvious signs that addiction would ever be part of his life. Gambling entered harmlessly—small bets during family outings to the dog tracks, or casual football accumulators. However, in his early twenties, after taking a job in London, gambling shifted from occasional fun to a daily compulsion. Lunchtime visits to the bookies became a regular ritual; soon he was timing his breaks around race schedules, placing as many bets as possible, and craving the buzz and adrenaline that came with it. He explains how he would literally push past people in betting shops just to get a bet on, because being “in action” felt essential.As the addiction deepened, Steve's life became dominated by secrecy, debt, and anxiety. He began taking out loans, extending overdrafts multiple times in a week, and fabricating stories to hide the truth from his wife. He recounts a painful memory of promising to pay for a birthday dinner for both families. Although he briefly won enough money to cover the evening, he lost it all again on the way home, leading to desperate lies and shame. This incident was one of many that left him feeling trapped, exhausted, and sick with worry. Stress from gambling even led to chest pains so severe he ended up in hospital, although he admits he returned to gambling the very next day.By early 2016, the addiction had reached a breaking point. His wife discovered new loans and knew instantly that the gambling had returned. Steve describes this moment as the day his world collapsed—but also the day recovery truly began. His last bet was on 19 February 2016. A week later, once his family had dealt with an unrelated medical emergency, he attended his first Gamblers Anonymous meeting. He immediately felt a weight lift from his shoulders. For the first time, he was in a room full of people who understood exactly what he'd been through.Steve explains the power of GA: the unity, structure, honesty, and sense of belonging. Meetings helped him realise he could not recover alone. He embraced the practical safeguards too, handing full control of finances to his wife to avoid temptation. He continues to attend regularly and even chairs many meetings, sharing both his gambling history and the challenges of everyday life. He's learned to listen to others, accept guidance, and lean on the group whenever he feels vulnerable.Recovery has transformed Steve's daily life. He describes the relief of waking up without shame, hiding nothing from his wife, and being fully present for his children. He talks emotionally about watching his son play football or attending parents' evenings—moments he used to miss or experience through a fog of anxiety. Sobriety has brought his emotions back in a powerful way; sometimes overwhelming, but ultimately grounding and fulfilling.Towards the end of the episode, Steve offers advice to anyone still struggling. He urges them to walk into a meeting, even if it feels intimidating, and to take things one day at a time. Recovery, he explains, brings back not just stability, but time, honesty, connection, and a sense of self that addiction destroys. He emphasises that life will never be perfect, but the tools he's gained through GA allow him to handle challenges without turning back to gambling.The conversation closes with Steve reflecting on his gratitude for the life he has today—a life built on honesty, accountability, unity, and the daily choice to stay in recovery.

Paul Gallant, Criss Partee, and Collin Neill hit their Lunchtime Confessions!

Paul Gallant & Criss Partee think on Texans vs. Colts. Later, they, along with producer Collin Neill, do their Lunchtime Confessions. Additionally, they prepare for Rivalry Week.

Chris, Ed and Jack are here to entertain you over your lunchbreak in the 40k Lunchtime Show! #warhammer40k #warhammer #competitive #podcast #6++ #6plusplus #uktc #chapterapproved Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/JcFMpcYvkV Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYwPTgmHC5VWu4Xn-qMg31g/join All our Links in one handy place: https://linktr.ee/6plusplusgaming 

ITL Lunch-Time Confessions: Holiday Edition.

Speaker: Professor Daniele Gallo, Luiss University, ItalyAbstract: The seminar, building upon Professor Gallo's book, Direct Effect in EU Law (EU Law Library Series, OUP, 2025), will explore the uneasy trajectories of a transformative doctrine such as direct effect. By reassessing both the present and future of this legal and political construct, it will argue that such chameleon-like principle has evolved into a broader legal category than it was at the outset of the European integration process and that this development has been only partially captured by the CJEU. In doing so, Professor Gallo will revisit the no horizontal direct effect rule of contemporary directives and argue for its overcoming in light of the text, scope, and objectives of legal acts that are substantially different from those envisaged by Article 288 TFEU.For more information see:https://www.cels.law.cam.ac.uk/weekly-seminar-series

Speaker: Professor Daniele Gallo, Luiss University, ItalyAbstract: The seminar, building upon Professor Gallo's book, Direct Effect in EU Law (EU Law Library Series, OUP, 2025), will explore the uneasy trajectories of a transformative doctrine such as direct effect. By reassessing both the present and future of this legal and political construct, it will argue that such chameleon-like principle has evolved into a broader legal category than it was at the outset of the European integration process and that this development has been only partially captured by the CJEU. In doing so, Professor Gallo will revisit the no horizontal direct effect rule of contemporary directives and argue for its overcoming in light of the text, scope, and objectives of legal acts that are substantially different from those envisaged by Article 288 TFEU.For more information see:https://www.cels.law.cam.ac.uk/weekly-seminar-series

ITL Lunch-Time Confessions: Lopez Astrodome Confessions

Lunch-Time Confessions, including Lopez's bold take that Mike Tomlin might need to go

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Lunch-Time Confessions and whether you're buying what CeeDee Lamb is selling

Here's another tune that Danny Cox has brought to us from his decades of lovingly listening to Chet Atkins and Jerry Reed's famous recordings.One of Jerry's composition, “Baby's Coming Home” is a standout tune that was introduced on 1974's landmark Chet Atkins Picks on Jerry Reed album.As reported here earlier, Atkins and Reed were not only esteemed guitarists but also good friends who shared a profound musical chemistry. A major figure at RCA, Atkins was instrumental in bringing Reed to the label.The album testified to Atkins' continued endorsement of the younger man's talent, showcasing interpretation of 10 of Reed's unique and often humorous compositions. Chet and Jerry were known for their distinct fingerpicking styles, drawing inspiration from pioneers like Merle Travis and incorporating their own original, complex techniques. This is what attracted Danny Cox to their work when he was still just a teenager learning to pick.About the SongJerry Reed wrote “Baby's Coming Home” around the time Chet was coming up with the plans for his 1974 tribute album. Atkins' rendering of the song is the first track of the disc's B side. Incidentally Jerry himself performed on only two of the album's tracks (”Squirrely” and “Mister Lucky,” and sadly not on “Baby's Coming Home”). However, a few years later, he and Chet did pick the tune together on TV. That wonderful, light-hearted segment was preserved on this YouTube video:A Muppet MomentBy the way, four years later, “Baby's Coming Home” made a curious comeback. This time with a tuba-and-banjo-heavy Dixieland-flavored arrangement, the song was the soundtrack for a sketch called “Lunchtime” during Episode 316 of The Muppet Show. Check this out:More Atkins-Reed Collaboration Chet Atkins Picks on Jerry Reed reminded many fans of Chet's Grammy-winning 1970 Me and Jerry release, an all-acoustic, instrumental album that featured the two buddies teamed up on a range of songs, from country and pop covers to original instrumental workouts.Several decades later, this collaboration was followed by another celebrated joint effort, the 1993 Grammy-winning Sneakin' Around album. More from Danny?If all this has you in the mood to put a little more Danny Cox into your Flood Friday, drop by the free Radio Floodango music streaming service and give the Danny Channel a spin.Click here to check it out! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit 1937flood.substack.com

Lunch-Time Confessions brings a little family drama from Lopez

ITL Lunch-Time Confessions heats up with Lopez trampoline experience

John Lopez, Reggie Adetula, & producer Collin Neill hit their Lunchtime Confessions!

John Lopez & Reggie Adetula react to more of Texans general manager Nick Caserio as he talked about Jarrett Patterson and the offensive line, plus, on the process of challenges. Also, they hit their Lunchtime Confessions before taking a look at the latest around college football, including the Lane Kiffin fiasco.

ITL Lunch-Time Confessions: Figgy living on the wild side?

On Friday, families across Ireland received school place offers. In many areas in the country where acute population growth has been recorded, many families struggle to secure school places for their children. Despite a pilot scheme being rolled out to remove the need to apply for schools individually in towns facing shortages. Louise in Greystones joined Lunchtime live to discuss her challenges in securing a place for her child. Louise was also joined by other listeners with similar stories and Aontú Education Spokesperson and Assistant Principal in a Secondary School in Limerick.

It's a “Would You Rather” Friday on ITL — Davis Mills or Woody Marks? Nico Collins or Jaylin Noel? Plus, in Lunch-Time Confessions, Figgy shares a surprising connection to Davis Mills. Wrangle your weekend plans with our CFB weekend preview, presented by Wrangler.

ITL Lunch-Time Confessions: Figgy relates to Davis Mills?

ITL Lunch-Time Confessions gets hilarious as Figgy reveals his dog's new mullet haircut.

The Texans cleaned up a lot on offense Sunday — but which improvements can actually last, and which ones won't? In Lunch-Time Confessions, Rome or San Antonio got Reggie thinking. Then, Judge John Lopez takes the stand as Reggie and Figgy debate whether limiting player props could help stop these gambling scandals.

In Lunch-Time Confessions, Rome or San Antonio got Reggie thinking.

Speaker: Dr Raphaële Xenidis, Sciences Po Law School, FranceAbstract: EU anti-discrimination law has been a subject of choice for critiques from various disciplines. One influential motif that has durably structured the critical analysis of EU anti-discrimination law is the distinction between formal and substantive equality. Substantive approaches seek to diagnose and remedy the disjunctions between formal equality frameworks and social realities. Yet, such critiques often remain implicit in their engagement with social theory, leaving the very notion and construction of 'social realities' largely unexamined. This paper thus asks: How does the principle of non-discrimination mediate and produce specific forms of individual subjectivity, interpersonal relationships, institutional arrangements, material and spatial organisation and ultimately social order? How does it authorise the existence of certain subjects and groups while excluding and rendering others invisible? What 'forms of life' does EU anti-discrimination and its jurisprudential construction by the Court enable or preclude?For more information see:https://www.cels.law.cam.ac.uk/weekly-seminar-series

ITL Lunch-Time Confessions: Figgy is NOT buying the Mills hype

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Mitsui Lunch-Time Forum CLXXVIII: With over three decades of experience in the financial sector and 26 years as a WPP veteran, Stacey will keynote a conversation titled "THE ART, SCIENCE, AND SOUL OF FINANCIAL LEADERSHIP," moderated by Professor Andreas Grein. As a leader who believes the CFO role embodies these three pillars, Stacey will share how she combines creative thinking, sharp financial acumen, and a genuine passion for people and culture to drive business transformation. Don't miss this opportunity to explore her remarkable career journey and unique leadership philosophy, and to ask your own questions during our Q&A session!

ITL Lunch-Time Confessions gets interesting as Lopez takes a bad beat on a bet

We've got to talk about the Texans' offensive line — how did you feel about the new lineup? ITL Lunch-Time Confessions gets interesting as Lopez takes a bad beat on a bet, and we break down the biggest Winners and Losers of the weekend.

ITL Lunch-Time Confessions gets real as Figgy admits he's done getting hyped for Grand Theft Auto 6

ITL Lunch-Time Confessions gets wild with some Flight Madness stories

ITL Lunch-Time Confessions features Billy O going off on the media

ITL's Lunch-Time Confessions take a wild turn — did Figgy cause Sean Pendergast to lose the Jim Rome Smackoff?

ITL Lunch-Time Confessions: Halloween guilt from Figgy?

ITL Lunch-Time Confessions: ITL should've won the costume party yesterday?

Nick Caley spoke to the media with plenty of Blake Fisher questions, and ITL breaks down what it really means. Plus, Lunch-Time Confessions as ITL reflects on the costume party, and Lopez gives a CFB Headline weekend preview, presented by Wrangler.

ITL Lunch-Time Confessions: Lopez on fake glasses?

ITL Lunch-Time Confessions: Lopez hates traveling in the NBA?

WHITE MEN GONE WILD & PEAK CULTURE ROT - LUNCH TIME LIVE W/ CLAY EDWARDS -Two different white men in 2 different incidents have been arrested and crowned FAFO CHAMPS in the last 24 hours in central Mississippi -EBT Queens of TikTok -Could one or more Jackson restaurants be getting a MICHELIN Star?

Lunch-Time Confessions featuring a wild one from Lopez

ITL Lunch-Time Confessions, the bet that almost happened.

ITL Lunch-Time Confessions: NBA Gambling Memes.

ITL Lunch-Time Confessions: Lopez Loved The Fake Punt From MNF.

ITL Lunch-Time Confessions: Paul hates Peter Herbstreit?

What is DeMeco Ryans' ceiling as a head coach — and how high can he really take the Texans? Plus, it's Lunch-Time Confessions, where Paul Gallant admits he might have beef with Peter Herbstreit. And don't miss Judge Paul Gallant stepping in for Lopez to settle a heated case between Reggie & Figgy on whether it's fair for fans to laugh at others when their teams are struggling.

ITL's Lunch-Time Confessions debates early overseas games vs late MNF kickoffs

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Let's take some time for some Lunchtime Confessions coming your way from John Lopez, Reggie Adetula, & producer Collin Neill.