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Welcome to Last Call, a look at the biggest stories Jim and Greg covered over the past week on the 3 Martini Lunch.This week, they discuss Democrats begging people to stop linking them with Hasan Piker, Abdul El-Sayed comparing circumcision to transgender surgeries for children, President Trump's “Economic D-Day” against Iran and companies doing business with the regime, and Los Angeles mayoral candidate Nithya Raman's pathetic example of an accomplishment.First, they enjoy watching Democrats squirm as they keep trying to dodge questions about the role of anti-Semitic influencer Hasan Piker in Democratic Party politics. Michigan Rep. Debbie Dingell is demanding an end to the questions. Meanwhile, Hunter Biden wants to find "common ground" with Piker.Next, they shake their heads as Abdul El-Sayed defends transgender surgeries for children by comparing them to circumcision. They also examine El-Sayed's attempt to distance himself from far-left influencer Hasan Piker.Then, they discuss President Trump's Operation Economic Outcast, designed to severely squeeze Iran and impose harsh consequences on countries and corporations doing business with the Iranian regime. Jim and Greg are optimistic the strategy could work, but only if the U.S. cracks down on every Iranian ally.Finally, they get a kick out of socialist Los Angeles councilwoman and mayoral candidate Nithya Raman bragging about how her office successfully painted a new crosswalk across a badly cracked street just nine months after her constituents asked her to do it. Please visit our great sponsors:QuoMoney is on the line. Always say hello with QUO. Try QUO for FREE PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://Quo.com/3MLHomeServeProtect with HomeServe. Pay 50% less your first year. Visit https://HomeServe.com/Martini to find the plan that's right for you. Savings compared to renewal price. Void in Florida.Noble GoldLearn how physical gold and silver could fit into your portfolio with Noble Gold. Download Noble Gold Investments FREE Wealth Protection Kit at https://NobleGoldInvestments.com/3MLNew episodes every weekday. 

Join Jim and Greg for the Friday 3 Martini Lunch as they weigh in on President Trump renaming Lake Ontario as the trade spat with Canada intensifies, Los Angeles mayoral candidate Nithya Raman's pathetic example of an accomplishment, why CIA Director John Ratcliffe secretly went to Moscow, and Politico badly mischaracterizing Jim's reporting.First, they shake their heads as President Trump orders Lake Ontario to be called Lake America in response to the U.S.-Canada trade relationship getting worse. Jim and Greg contend the renaming of  the lake doesn't accomplish anything, and Jim notes that our current trade policies only make life tougher for GOP candidates in the midterms.Next, they get a kick out of socialist Los Angeles councilwoman and mayoral candidate Nithya Raman bragging about how her office successfully painted a new crosswalk across a badly cracked street just nine months after her constituents asked her to do it. Then, they react to new reporting from the Wall Street Journal that CIA Director John Ratcliffe recently went to Moscow in a secretive way to demand Russia refrain from attacking NATO members and reiterating that NATO members will defend their partners. Jim applauds Trump and Ratcliffe for sending that message but wants to know what intelligence prompted the trip and that message.Finally, Jim vents after Politico blatantly distorts his reporting on a possible AOC presidential bid and makes other amateurish errors.Please visit our great sponsors:QuoMoney is on the line. Always say hello with QUO. Try QUO for FREE PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://Quo.com/3MLHomeServeProtect with HomeServe. Pay 50% less your first year. Visit https://HomeServe.com/Martini to find the plan that's right for you. Savings compared to renewal price. Void in Florida.New episodes every weekday. 

What does it take to get consumers to try Vermouth straight? Not in a Negroni, or a Manhattan or a Martini, but by itself? And would it be any easier if you told them hey, that's the way they drink it in Barcelona? Raj Nallapothola and Àlex Cardona, the co-founders of LAIE Vermouth join Greg and Sother for the first show of their fall season to discuss the native Catalan ingredients that make this bottle taste like home, why you should really just try vermouth by itself, and why putting it in a cocktail “ruins it.”PLUS, Greg and Sother catch up on the industry news from their time off the air, including AI in promotional posters and whether or not anyone is impressed with your guest shift.Follow LAIE at @laievermouthFollow Àlex at @aborigensFollow Raj at @rajnallapotholaLINKSBecome a Regular: patreon.com/SpeakeasyRegularsFor resources on dealing with cold hard water agents in your community visit nouswithoutyou.la/ and @thenycallianceThe Speakeasy is now on YouTube! Tune in to “see” what we're talking about at youtube.com/@Speakeasy.PodcastLearn more about Luxardo at luxardousa.comCheck out Quiote Imports at quioteimports.com and use promo code “Speakeasy” to get free shipping at checkout.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Join Jim and Greg for the Thursday 3 Martini Lunch as they watch Democrats begging people to stop linking them with Hasan Piker, Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones going after local law enforcement for cooperating with ICE, Republicans suddenly leading in the New Hampshire Senate race, and the NFL putting the Pro Bowl out of its misery.Please visit our great sponsors:QuoMoney is on the line. Always say hello with QUO. Try QUO for FREE PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://Quo.com/3MLHomeServeProtect with HomeServe. Pay 50% less your first year. Visit https://HomeServe.com/Martini to find the plan that's right for you. Savings compared to renewal price. Void in Florida.New episodes every weekday. 

Join Jim and Greg for the Wednesday 3 Martini Lunch as they weigh in on Pennsylvania Republican voters overwhelmingly approving Democratic Sen. John Fetterman while Dems can't stand him, Darline Graham winning the GOP U.S. Senate primary runoff in South Carolina, a lefty columnist in Maine pushing voters to write in Graham Platner in November, the death of Dolly Parton and great health news for our friend, Jon Gabriel.Please visit our great sponsors:QuoMoney is on the line. Always say hello with QUO. Try QUO for FREE PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://Quo.com/3MLHomeServeProtect with HomeServe. Pay 50% less your first year. Visit https://HomeServe.com/Martini to find the plan that's right for you. Savings compared to renewal price. Void in Florida.Noble GoldLearn how physical gold and silver could fit into your portfolio with Noble Gold. Download Noble Gold Investments FREE Wealth Protection Kit at https://NobleGoldInvestments.com/3MLNew episodes every weekday. 

Join Jim and Greg for the Tuesday 3 Martini Lunch as they examine President Trump's “Economic D-Day” against Iran and companies doing business with the regime, Abdul El-Sayed comparing circumcision to transgender surgeries for children, Maryland Sen. Chris Van Hollen's talk of a 2028 presidential campaign, and a razor-thin Republican U.S. Senate runoff in South Carolina.First, they discuss President Trump's Operation Economic Outcast, designed to severely squeeze Iran and impose harsh consequences on countries and corporations doing business with the Iranian regime. Jim and Greg are optimistic the strategy could work, but only if the U.S. cracks down on every Iranian ally.Next, they shake their heads as Abdul El-Sayed defends transgender surgeries for children by comparing them to circumcision. They also examine El-Sayed's attempt to distance himself from far-left influencer Hasan Piker.Then, they laugh as Sen. Van Hollen says he's "kicking the tires" on a 2028 presidential bid. Jim and Greg see lots of parallels between Van Hollen and some of the many Democrats who never gained any traction in 2020.Finally, they cite a rare poll of today's Republican U.S. Senate runoff in South Carolina showing the race between Rep. Ralph Norman and interim Sen. Darline Graham a dead heat. Please visit our great sponsors:QuoMoney is on the line. Always say hello with QUO. Try QUO for FREE PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://Quo.com/3MLHomeServeProtect with HomeServe. Pay 50% less your first year. Visit https://HomeServe.com/Martini to find the plan that's right for you. Savings compared to renewal price. Void in Florida.New episodes every weekday. 

Join Jim and Greg for the Monday 3 Martini Lunch as they comment on Seattle voters overwhelmingly regretting their new socialist mayor, why both parties are now hostile to data centers and what the impact of that will be, curious Republican infighting in West Virginia politics, and a third Dan Sullivan emerges in the Alaska Senate fight.Please visit our great sponsors:QuoMoney is on the line. Always say hello with QUO. Try QUO for FREE PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://Quo.com/3MLHomeServeProtect with HomeServe. Pay 50% less your first year. Visit https://HomeServe.com/Martini to find the plan that's right for you. Savings compared to renewal price. Void in Florida.New episodes every weekday. 

This week we're sharing an episode of our other podcast, Rock n' Roll Grad School and a conversation we recently recorded with Sly and the Family Stone's Jerry Martini.Jerry has had a fascinating career. He helped put together Sly and the Family Stone. He's played with Prince. He's still touring with the Family Stone Band. For more information and tour dates, check out their website.

Calciomercato e Ritiri con Lucio Marinucci. Focus sul Frosinone con Stefano Martini

Le chanteur Renaud a accepté de se confier à Anthony Martin pour la première fois sur RTL en compagnie de sa fille Lolita... Aujourd'hui Lolita et Renaud travaillent ensemble. Elle est à l'origine d'un très beau livre sur son papa, "Renaud, le livre", co-écrit avec Erwan L'Éléouët, paru aux éditions de la Martinière. Vous allez entendre toute la tendresse qu'ils ont l'un pour l'autre. Ecoutez Les tête-à-tête de Laissez-vous-tenter avec Anthony Martin du 11 août 2026.Hébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Hey, Renee — and hey friend. If you've got a client dinner coming up and don't want to look out of your depth (but also don't want to be stiff and boring), this chat has your back. There are two main vibes you can lean into: the quietly sophisticated move or the casually cool cocktail move. For the low-key, impress-without-trying option, go wine: a Pinot Noir, especially from Willamette Valley or Burgundy, is a safe, classy choice that says you're worldly and confident without shouting it. Avoid polarizing picks like big Cabs or sweet Rieslings. If the spot is more modern or has a fun cocktail program, use the menu to your advantage — pick a base spirit you like (tequila, rum, whiskey) and ask the server about a cocktail by name, or ask its flavor profile. That shows thoughtfulness and curiosity without pretending to be an expert. In old-school or male-dominated settings, ordering a whiskey-forward cocktail, an Old Fashioned, or a specific scotch can be an intentional power move — annoying and unfair that it works, but also effective. Conversely, avoid party drinks (Long Island Iced Tea, shots) unless you're celebrating and the group is going there. Martini fans: if you go this route, know the terminology (gin vs. vodka, dry vs. extra dry, stirred vs. shaken, up vs. on the rocks, garnish) so you don't give away that you're faking it. If you can, glance at the cocktail list before you sit so you're not flustered, and don't be the person who orders first unless you know what you want — mirroring the group and projecting calm confidence will take you far. Bottom line: it's less about the exact drink and more about how you order it — poised, informed, and present. Now go close that deal, hold your drink like you know what you're doing, and hey — if it's Margaritaville and scooters with cup holders, send pics.

UC Berkeley Law, Berkeley Judicial Institute Executive Director Judge Jeremy Fogel joins LFO to discuss the latest on judiciary threats around the country. University of Michigan Marsal Family School of Education Clinical Professor Elizabeth Keren-Kolb joins Rich and Tina to discuss the Illinois ban on cellphone use in schools. Indiana University Kelley School of Business Professor […]

In the first episode of our Tales of the Cocktail 2026 series, Damian sits down in New Orleans with legendary bartender and hospitality leader Leo Robitschek.Leo helped transform Eleven Madison Park from a busy New York restaurant into a three-Michelin-starred institution and the number one restaurant in the world. He later created the acclaimed bar programmes at The NoMad, becoming a managing partner and helping expand the brand from New York to Los Angeles, Las Vegas and London.Over a low-ABV tomato and basil Negroni, Leo explains why exceptional hospitality begins with culture rather than cocktails. He shares how collaboration between the bar, kitchen and dining room changed Eleven Madison Park, why the world's best bars need a distinctive identity, and how training people to understand “why” is more powerful than simply teaching them what to do.The conversation also explores staff education, empowering junior team members, turning difficult guests into loyal fans, avoiding the destructive pursuit of perfection, and Leo's latest project, Second Sip: a 20% ABV London Dry-style gin designed to deliver the full experience of a Martini or Negroni with half the alcohol.This is a practical masterclass in building bar culture, developing hospitality teams and creating experiences that guests genuinely remember.Key TakeawaysGreat hospitality starts with an engaged and empowered team.A technically excellent bar still needs a clear identity and a reason to exist.Eleven Madison Park's transformation began when the team stopped imitating other restaurants and discovered its own voice.Breaking down the wall between the kitchen, bar and dining room created space for genuine collaboration and creativity.Bartenders occupy a unique position between production and guest experience, allowing them to notice details others may miss.Listening carefully gives hospitality teams opportunities to personalise a guest's experience.Culture cannot simply be written into a training manual. It has to be reinforced through leadership, education and everyday behaviour.People are more likely to remain invested when they feel they are learning, growing and contributing.Managers should actively catch people doing things right instead of looking only for mistakes.Training should explain why something matters, not merely how it should be done.The best bars are not always those with the most technically impressive drinks. They are the places that make guests feel something distinctive.Perfection is impossible, but attention to the smallest details can still transform the overall experience.Bartenders and chefs need to step back from their creations and consider how a guest will experience them over an entire visit.Lower-alcohol cocktails can extend an evening without sacrificing flavour, ritual or connection.Episode Highlights12:20 – The need for “more Miles Davis” How Eleven Madison Park realised that technical excellence was not enough without a distinctive identity of its own.23:10 – Caviar and Cheez-Its Leo reveals how one carefully observed hospitality gesture transformed a sceptical guest into a loyal fan.25:15 – What would people miss if your bar closed? A powerful question for any bar seeking to understand its identity, purpose and place within its community.31:45 – Building a culture of continuous education How peer-led learning, regular tastings and professional development helped The NoMad create a more engaged team.33:05 – Teach the “why,” not just the “how” Why great hospitality requires employees who understand the purpose behind the standards and feel empowered to use their own judgment.Links and ResourcesFollow Leo Robitschek on InstagramDiscover Second Sip GinThe NoMad LondonEleven Madison ParkEmployees OnlyBar LeoneTales of the CocktailThe World's 50 Best BarsThe Cocktail Academy Podcast on InstagramVisit The Cocktail Academy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Giulio Martini"Le omosessualità e il cinema"Ancora Editricewww.ancoralibri.itL'autore scandaglia l'intera storia del cinema (dal muto ai giorni nostri) e la cinematografia di tutto il mondo analizzando il rapporto tra le Omosessualità (al plurale) e la Settima Arte, cercando di rispondere a una serie di domande: il cinema ha affrontato, e in che modo, l‘argomento omosessualità? Qual è la presenza di gay, lesbiche e trans – o come oggi diremmo forse meglio, con un termine ombrello, queer – nel mondo ideativo e produttivo del cinema? Esistono un linguaggio e uno stile che svelino questa sensibilità nella cultura e nello spettacolo?Martiniaffronta un tema di grande attualità come l'identità di genere, ripercorrendo le tappe di un cambiamento che ha condotto dall'omertà, dalla vergogna, dallo sberleffo al disvelamento e infine all'orgoglio, analizzando il ruolo che vi ha svolto il grande schermo.A qualcuno piace caldo, splendido film del 1959 di Billy Wilder, si chiude con questo dialogo tra Daphne (in realtà Jerry, travestito da donna) e il suo spasimante Osgood. Questo libro parte idealmente da qui; l'ultima fulminante battuta – che suona per noi, oggi, come un invito all'inclusività e al rispetto delle diversità – dà l'avvio a un'indagine sistematica sul rapporto tra Omosessualità e Cinema. Attraverso il riferimento a centinaia di film, registi, sceneggiatori, attori Giulio Martini realizza un testo ricchissimo, fondamentale per una visione artistica e sociale da questa specifica prospettiva.Giulio Martini è nato nel 1949. Sposato da oltre cinquant'anni con Elisabetta, padre di tre figli e nonno di sei nipoti, si è laureato in Storia e critica del cinema nel 1972. Entrato in Rai per concorso pubblico nel 1978 come regista, è passato nel 1986 al Telegiornale, dove è diventato caporedattore alla cultura. Ha insegnato per quindici anni Cinema alla facoltà di Sociologia di Milano-Bicocca. Autore di una storia del cinema italiano in chiave regionale, Patchwork. 100 anni di Cinema (Finzioni, Milano 1987), ne ha curato con Guglielmina Morelli due aggiornamenti, Patchwork 2 e Patchwork 3. Tra gli altri volumi pubblicati: Ebraismo e Cinema, Buddismo e Cinema, Islam e Cinema, editi dal Centro Ambrosiano; per il Touring Club Italiano la guida I luoghi del cinema. Organizzatore di festival, rassegne, mostre sul cinema e la TV, ha fondato nel 1981 con gli amici del Centro Studi Cinematografici il più frequentato Cineclub di Milano, l'André Bazin, di cui è presidente da quarantacinque anni. Ha organizzato e organizza dal 2010 i primi sistematici «Viaggi-cine-turistici» in Italia e nel mondoDiventa un supporter di questo podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/il-posto-delle-parole--1487855/support.IL POSTO DELLE PAROLEascoltare fa pensarehttps://ilpostodelleparole.it/

TVC 744.4: Ed welcomes Christopher Martini, stepson of actor Stuart Margolin (the Emmy Award-winning actor known around the world as Angel Martin on The Rockford Files) and an award-winning filmmaker in his own right. Chris is the director of Everybody's Angel, a forthcoming feature length documentary that will celebrate Stuart's remarkable life and career. There is a crowdsourcing campaign going on right now at Indiegogo to help cover some of the various costs related to production of the documentary. If you're a fan of Stuart Margolin and would like to help contribute to the Indiegogo campaign, go to TinyURL.com/EverybodysAngel for more information. Every contribution helps preserve Stuart's incredible legacy for future generations. Topics this segment include growing up with Stuart; how Chris' passion for filmmaking stems from his experience being directed by Stuart in the movie The Glitter Dome; how Stuart's experience as a writer helped him as an actor, and how his experience as an actor helped him as a director. 

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, R&B Pioneer Award winner, and original founding member of Sly & the Family Stone, Jerry Martini joins “Talk About Las Vegas With Ira” for a conversation celebrating one of the most influential bands in music history. Jerry, along with Phunne Stone and The Family Stone, will perform in Myron's at The Smith Center August 8, bringing the legendary music of Sly & the Family Stone to a new generation of fans. Jerry shares what has fueled his remarkable career for more than six decades and why he's determined to "bop till I drop." He reflects on growing up with Sly Stone, watching his childhood friend become a popular Bay Area DJ, and witnessing the birth of a musical revolution when Sly assembled Sly & the Family Stone in December 1965. Jerry recalls believing from the very beginning that Sly was a musical genius, reveals that the band's first performance together was in Las Vegas, and remembers how entertainment legends regularly packed their shows. The conversation also explores the band's surprising love of country music, the artists who inspired Jerry—including Ray Charles and Billy Preston—and how Sly & the Family Stone forever changed popular music by blending rock, funk, soul, and R&B into a groundbreaking sound. From timeless classics like "Dance to the Music," "Everyday People," and "Hot Fun in the Summertime" to behind-the-scenes stories few fans have ever heard, this episode is a celebration of music, friendship, innovation, and a legacy that continues to inspire generations. (Also Watch Full Podcast Video)

Welcome to Last Call, a look at the biggest stories Jim and Greg covered over the past week on the 3 Martini Lunch.This week they discuss the insane Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) agenda, Dr. Anthony Fauci invoking the Fifth Amendment to avoid questions about his handling of the Covid pandemic, NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani publishing the names and addresses of "rich" people he plans to tax, and the trans community getting furious over donuts.First, they applaud Shannon Bream of the Fox News Channel for getting DSA Co-Chair Megan Romer to admit the group really wants to abolish the U.S. Senate, radically change the presidency and the U.S. Supreme Court, abolish ICE, abolish borders, abolish prisons, and more. Jim and Greg point out that some of those are mainstream positions for Democrats and others are not far away. They also welcome polling that shows socialism deeply unpopular with independents.Next, they discuss Dr. Fauci refusing to testify before Sen. Rand Paul and the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, now that he's not covered by President Biden's pardon. Jim explains why this is a really bad look for Fauci and shows how the left is trying to defend Fauci in some ways while distancing itself in others. Greg notes the stunning lack of mainstream media interest in the Fauci diaries.Then, they fume over Mayor Mamdani's decision to release a database listing the names and addresses of everyone his administration sees as eligible for his new "pied-à-terre" tax aimed at owners of second homes above a certain value in the city. Jim explains how reckless this is and why aggressive pushback is needed now.Finally, they shake their heads as the Tim Horton's chain takes heat from what's now being called the 2SLGBTQ+ community because Tim Horton's plans to create Harry Potter-themed treats next month.Please visit our great sponsors:OneSkinGet 15% off OneSkin Summer Bundles with promo code 3ML at https://oneskin.co/3mlQuoMoney is on the line. Always say hello with QUO. Try QUO for FREE PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://Quo.com/3MLHomeServeProtect your home through HomeServe.  For 50% less your first year, visit https://HomeServe.com/Martini  for the plan that's right for you. Savings compared to renewal price. Void in Florida.New episodes every weekday. 

31JUL26 Special Guest Chris Martini, Kamala Harris Ethics, CCP Loyalists & the InquisitionThe Don't Unfriend Me Show is a live conservative news and political commentary podcast hosted by Matt and Olivia Speer. Every weeknight, we break down the biggest stories in politics, government, culture, immigration, free speech, the economy, and current events with live audience interaction and open phone calls.Special guest Chris Martini joins us for an in-depth conversation.We examine the ethical questions surrounding Kamala Harris.Why are some Americans seemingly more loyal to the Chinese Communist Party than their own country?We revisit the history, myths and lasting lessons of the Spanish Inquisition.Plus, more stories and commentary from today's headlines.

Join Jim and Greg for the Friday 3 Martini Lunch as they look at reports that Maine's new U.S. candidate has a family tree that doesn't fork much, Darline Graham's vague new campaign ad, the Democrats shoving Mandela Barnes out of the Wisconsin governor's race, and the start of NFL training camp.First, they wince as new reports reveal the Maine Democrats' new U.S. Senate nominee is in a long-term relationship with his second cousin and they have two kids together. They also look at a new ad tying Jackson to disgraced former nominee Graham Platner.Next, they examine Sen. Darline Graham's first campaign ad as she runs for a six-year term. While not a bad start, it's still far too vague on key issues like abortion and immigration. They also scratch their heads as the state party schedules a debate for a possible runoff but not the primary itself.Then, they weigh in on former Wisconsin Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes dropping out of the Democratic primary for governor as reports about his behavior towards young women in the party were set to come out. So far, the allegations are vague. Is this another example of the Dems nixing another one of their own candidates this cycle?Finally, Jim and Greg cleanse the palate by noting the start of NFL training camp.Please visit our great sponsors:OneSkinGet 15% off OneSkin Summer Bundles with promo code 3ML at https://oneskin.co/3mlQuoMoney is on the line. Always say hello with QUO. Try QUO for FREE PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://Quo.com/3MLHomeServeProtect your home through HomeServe.  For 50% less your first year, visit https://HomeServe.com/Martini  for the plan that's right for you. Savings compared to renewal price. Void in Florida.New episodes every weekday. 

Join Jim and Greg for the Thursday 3 Martini Lunch as they dive into reports that Iran and Russia are suffering from severe energy crises, the U.S. economy growing less than expected in the second quarter, 12-day sprint to the GOP South Carolina Senate primary, and the trans community getting furious over donuts.First, they talk about reports that Iran is having to implement rolling blackouts, partly from 120-degree summer temperatures but also because some of it's electrical grid has been damaged in the war. They're also promising long lines at gas stations. Russia is also experiencing an energy crisis. But does this meaningfully weaken either of these regimes?Next, they're disappointed to see lower than expected economic growth in the second quarter. The economy grew by 1.5 percent. It's still positive territory but the cost of gasoline and other essentials are dragging the number lower. What will the impact of this be in November?Then, they dissect the 12-day, 12-candidate sprint for the Republican U.S. Senate primary in South Carolina. Both Jim and Greg think voters deserve much more detail on every issue from Sen. Darline Graham if she wants a six-year term. They also weigh on on the candidacies of Reps. Ralph Norman and Russell Fry and former Gov. Mark Sanford.Finally, they shake their heads as the Tim Horton's chain takes heat from what's now being called the 2SLGBTQ+ community because Tim Horton's plans to create Harry Potter-themed treats next month.Please visit our great sponsors:OneSkinGet 15% off OneSkin Summer Bundles with promo code 3ML at https://oneskin.co/3mlQuoMoney is on the line. Always say hello with QUO. Try QUO for FREE PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://Quo.com/3MLHomeServeProtect your home through HomeServe.  For 50% less your first year, visit https://HomeServe.com/Martini  for the plan that's right for you. Savings compared to renewal price. Void in Florida.New episodes every weekday. 

Join Jim and Greg for the Wednesday 3 Martini Lunch as they react to Dr. Anthony Fauci invoking the Fifth Amendment to avoid questions about his handling of the Covid pandemic, NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani publishing the names and addresses of "rich" people he plans to tax, Hawaii's Lt. Gov. getting indicted for Covid-related corruption, and whether Minnesota U.S. Senate candidate Angie Craig asked for an endorsement from a state lawmaker shortly after he was shot last year.First, they discuss Dr. Fauci refusing to testify before Sen. Rand Paul and the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, now that he's not covered by President Biden's pardon. Jim explains why this is a really bad look for Fauci and shows how the left is trying to defend Fauci in some ways while distancing itself in others. Greg notes the stunning lack of mainstream media interest in the Fauci diaries.Next, they fume over Mayor Mamdani's decision to release a database listing the names and addresses of everyone his administration sees as eligible for his new "pied-à-terre" tax aimed at owners of second homes above a certain value in the city. Jim explains how reckless this is and why aggressive pushback is needed now.Then, they look at reports of Hawaii Democrat Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke getting indicted for taking $35,000 in campaign contributions in exchange for steering COVID testing contracts while she was in the state legislature. Finally, they consider allegations that Minnesota Rep. Angie Craig asked State Sen. John Hoffman for an endorsement in her campaign for U.S. Senate while he was still in the ICU after he and his wife were shot last year. Craig denies the accusations.Please visit our great sponsors:OneSkinGet 15% off OneSkin Summer Bundles with promo code 3ML at https://oneskin.co/3mlQuoMoney is on the line. Always say hello with QUO. Try QUO for FREE PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://Quo.com/3MLHomeServeProtect your home through HomeServe.  For 50% less your first year, visit https://HomeServe.com/Martini  for the plan that's right for you. Savings compared to renewal price. Void in Florida.New episodes every weekday. 

Join Jim and Greg for the Tuesday 3 Martini Lunch as they dive into Dr. Fauci's bizarre diary criticism of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis that DeSantis takes as a 'badge of honor.' They also consider GOP concerns about low voter enthusiasm in key states heading into the midterms, intensifying demands from Kentucky's governor for proof that Sen. Mitch McConnell can still do his job, and whether a "sore loser" law could cause more upheaval in the Maine U.S. Senate race.First, they react to Anthony Fauci blasting Gov. DeSantis in August 2021 for blocking local mask mandates in schools. DeSantis was among the first governors to re-open their states in the spring of 2020, which also drew Fauci's ire. DeSantis was right both times and his victory lap is well-earned.Next, they grimace as personnel from the right-leaning Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) are reporting lackluster enthusiasm from reliable Republican voters in the Des Moines, Iowa, suburbs. They say the same is true in other battleground states. Inflation and the economy are the biggest reasons. Jim and Greg point out that there isn't much time to change their minds before Election Day.Then, they report on the latest proof-of-life photo and written statement from Kentucky Sen. Mitch McConnell. There is still no timetable for his return to the U.S. Senate. Meanwhile, Kentucky Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear says McConnell needs to offer a lot more proof of his ability to do the job or resign. Jim and Greg also explain how the calendar plays a big role in this standoff.Finally, they get a kick out of an effort to toss the new Maine Democratic Senate candidate off the ballot over "sore loser" laws. Troy Jackson lost the Democrat primary for governor before the party chose him to replace Graham Platner. Jim and Greg explain the laws and why the challenge probably won't succeed.Please visit our great sponsors:OneSkinGet 15% off OneSkin Summer Bundles with promo code 3ML at https://oneskin.co/3mlQuoMoney is on the line. Always say hello with QUO. Try QUO for FREE PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://Quo.com/3MLHomeServeProtect your home through HomeServe.  For 50% less your first year, visit https://HomeServe.com/Martini  for the plan that's right for you. Savings compared to renewal price. Void in Florida.New episodes every weekday. 

Join Jim and Greg for the Monday 3 Martini Lunch as they focus on the insane Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) agenda, another pause in the Iran war, the shocking revelations from Fauci's diary, and the Greeks scoring a military success in the Middle East.First, they applaud Shannon Bream of the Fox News Channel for getting DSA Co-Chair Megan Romer to admit the group really wants to abolish the U.S. Senate, radically change the presidency and the U.S. Supreme Court, abolish ICE, abolish borders, abolish prisons, and more. Jim and Greg point out that some of those are mainstream positions for Democrats and others are not far away. They also welcome polling that shows socialism deeply unpopular with independents.Next, they wonder why President Trump allowed a pause in attacking Iran without getting Iran to agree to our terms first. Jim says there are two or three likely ways this war will end and none of them are ideal. They also discuss reports that U.S. Patriot missile supplies are dwindling.Then, they shake their heads as Sen. Rand Paul releases the Fauci diaries from the COVID years, revealing Fauci knew as early as January of 2020 that the virus did not originate from a wet market. The diary entries also highlight Fauci's obsession with the slobbering media coverage he was getting and how he was playing politics all along.Finally, they cheer the Greeks for shooting down an attempted Houthi missile strike against targets in Saudi Arabia.Please visit our great sponsors:OneSkinGet 15% off OneSkin Summer Bundles with promo code 3ML at https://oneskin.co/3mlQuoMoney is on the line. Always say hello with QUO. Try QUO for FREE PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://Quo.com/3MLHomeServeProtect your home through HomeServe.  For 50% less your first year, visit https://HomeServe.com/Martini  for the plan that's right for you. Savings compared to renewal price. Void in Florida.New episodes every weekday. 

American University Washington College of Law Professor Rebecca Hamilton discusses Mayor Mamdani's authority to issue an arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Advocate of the California DUI Sentencing Reform and Founder of Live Like Braun Foundation Jennifer Levi shares her story of her son's tragic death and explains the importance of California SB […]

Welcome to Hacking the Afterlife podcast.  Here's where to find the new book in Audible: https://www.amazon.com/AI-Flipside-Artificial-Intelligence-Pictures/dp/B0H8FF9SN7/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0 Jennifer's back from her vacation, and we jumped into a conversation about consciousness and AI (the book AI AND THE AFTERLIFE: Artificial Intelligence Pictures Itself in a Boat on a River) - Jennifer's dad, a Mormon bishop in life, stopped by to talk about AI.  In our second conversation with her dad, he introduced us to a class he was taking on the Flipside, taught by an 8 armed woman who later confirmed that Hindu people refer to as Ma Durga. She has shown up in guided meditations with different people who see her teaching a class - in this podcast, she showed up with my mom, a concert pianist, who said that she's currently in a class where she's learning how to use music frequency to heal people. It's what we've heard many times before - there are classrooms on the flipside where people learn how to use conscious energy to heal people. It's mind bending to be sure. Jim wanted to weigh in about Artificial Intelligence and how it is important for us to understand that it's mirroring how human consciousness functions.  My mom Anthy stopped by to say that she was in a class where the teacher (Ma Durga) was teaching how to use music as a healing frequency.  I've heard variations of this theme before - the idea that healing frequencies can be tapped into to help the health of an individual. Also there's some science about how certain frequencies affect different parts of the body. I'm not trying to claim any particular frequency is accurate or that there's a tone that everyone should listen to - but it would make sense for people to include sound frequencies in research into how to heal specific issues. Oddly enough a few hours prior to this podcast, I was doing a guided meditation with someone who saw a "giant keyboard and organ" in her council chambers.  For my mom, the concert pianist to then refer to a "five story organ" that is part of her classwork was kind of startling. Jennifer and I have been doing this for about a dozen years together, and one can see how we stay open to hearing from the flipside. "Have an open heart" is key to this podcast.  Whatever that means to the person hearing it - it's repeated often in the research. Try to have an open heart.   

Adam, Joanna, and Zach are joined by VinePair spirits editor Aaron Goldfarb to discuss his recent list of the best vodkas, as well as how drinkers are relating to the spirit these days. Has the rise of the Martini, and particularly the Dirty Martini, given it a new relevance? Can cocktail bars find a role for vodka beyond either the classics or the "fruity/sweet" paradigm? Are producers doing anything interesting or innovative? Please remember to subscribe to, rate, and review The VinePair Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your episodes, and send any questions, comments, critiques, or suggestions to podcast@vinepair.com. Thanks for listening, and cheers!Zach is drinking: Jean-Louis Chave St. JosephJoanna is drinking: Evening Land Vineyards "Seven Springs" ChardonnayAdam is drinking: Japonaise at The Rockwell PlaceAaron is drinking: Rothaus PilsnerInstagram: @adamteeter, @jcsciarrino, @zgeballe, @vinepair Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to BollottaFide. This week its all about the size because size matters.Your hosts, Anthony and Alex, also pick their Word of the Week! which is little loud this week. Then, tat the Tipsy Cart, your mixologist Alex serves up a sweet treat that keep you wake. https://www.bollotta.com/podcast

Randall Weddle may no longer be a Mayor but he's still making news; and fellow mainstay FCPS joins him in a busy news week

Ti sei mai chiesto da dove venga il tuo cognome? E ti è mai capitato di imbatterti in un cognome italiano e di pensare: "Ma perché qualcuno dovrebbe chiamarsi così?". Dietro ogni cognome si nasconde una piccola storia fatta di mestieri, luoghi, caratteristiche fisiche e perfino auguri. Scopriamo insieme da dove vengono i cognomi italiani e perché alcuni sono davvero curiosi. Da Dove Vengono i Cognomi Italiani e Perché Alcuni Sono così Strani? I cognomi italiani sono come piccoli libri di storia: raccontano da dove venivano i nostri antenati, che lavoro facevano e perfino com'erano fatti fisicamente. Imparare a "leggerli" è anche un ottimo modo per arricchire il vocabolario con nomi di mestieri, aggettivi e nomi di luoghi. Quando Sono Nati i Cognomi in Italia? I cognomi, in Italia, sono diventati obbligatori e ufficiali solo in epoca relativamente recente. Fu il Concilio di Trento, nel 1564, a stabilire che le parrocchie dovessero tenere un registro dei battesimi con nome e cognome. Lo scopo principale era pratico: evitare i matrimoni tra parenti. Prima di allora, una persona era semplicemente "Giovanni", e se in paese c'erano dieci Giovanni ci si arrangiava con i soprannomi. L'usanza del cognome esisteva comunque già da prima, soprattutto tra le famiglie nobili e i commercianti, e nelle campagne ci furono famiglie senza un vero cognome fisso addirittura fino all'Ottocento. Proprio dai soprannomi nasce gran parte dei cognomi italiani. Le Quattro Grandi Categorie dei Cognomi Italiani La maggior parte dei cognomi italiani deriva da quattro grandi categorie. Vediamole una per una, con tanti esempi pratici. 1. Cognomi che Derivano da un Nome di Persona (Patronimici) Sono cognomi che indicavano "il figlio di…". Si chiamano patronimici quando si riferiscono al padre, e matronimici (molto più rari) quando si riferiscono alla madre. L'esempio più chiaro è Di Stefano, cioè "(il figlio) di Stefano". Allo stesso modo abbiamo De Angelis, D'Antonio, Di Marco. Come esempio di matronimico possiamo citare De Maria o Di Maria, costruiti su un nome femminile. A volte la preposizione è scomparsa e il nome è rimasto da solo, magari al plurale: Martini, Bernardi, Mariani. Quella "-i" finale spesso significa proprio "appartenente alla famiglia di…". C'è un dettaglio bellissimo per chi studia l'italiano: tantissimi di questi cognomi nascono da un nome alterato, cioè modificato con un suffisso. Da "Giovanni" non nasce solo Giovannini, ma anche Nannini, Vanni, Giannetti. La particella Di all'inizio di tanti cognomi (Di Marco, Di Paolo, Di Pietro) è particolarmente diffusa in regioni come l'Abruzzo. Per approfondire questo meccanismo linguistico, puoi leggere la guida sugli alterati in italiano, tra diminutivi e accrescitivi. 2. Cognomi che Derivano da un Mestiere Questa categoria è perfetta per imparare vocabolario, perché molti cognomi raccontano semplicemente che lavoro facevano i nostri antenati. Per approfondire il lessico del lavoro, puoi consultare la guida sui mestieri e le professioni in italiano. CognomeMestiere d'origineFerrari, Ferraro, Fabbri, FabbroFabbro (chi lavora il ferro)PastoreChi si occupa delle pecoreSarti, SartoriSarto (chi cuce i vestiti)BarbieriChi taglia barba e capelliMolinari, Munari, MunaroMugnaio (chi lavora al mulino)VaccaroChi alleva le vacche Tra i cognomi di mestiere, quello legato al fabbro è il più diffuso in assoluto. Fabbri e Fabbro (dal latino faber) sono diffusissimi in Emilia-Romagna e in Friuli. Una curiosità: spesso uno stesso mestiere ha generato cognomi diversi a seconda della regione, perché c'era la forma in dialetto e quella in italiano. Il mugnaio, per esempio, in alcune zone del Nord è diventato Munari o Munaro. 3. Cognomi che Derivano da una Caratteristica Fisica o del Carattere Qui gli italiani del passato sono stati molto sinceri: tantissimi cognomi descrivevano com'era fatta una persona. Erano una specie di "etichetta", a volte affettuosa, a volte un po' ironica, data dal paese. Per ampliare il vocabolario, puoi consultare la guida su come descrivere qualcuno in italiano. CognomeCaratteristicaRossiCapelli rossi (il cognome più diffuso d'Italia)BianchiCapelli bianchi o pelle chiaraBassi, BassoPersona bassaLongo, LungoPersona altaMoretti, BrunoPelle o capelli scuriRicciCapelli ricciGrassiPersona robustaMagroPersona magra Non tutti i cognomi di questa categoria descrivevano l'aspetto fisico: alcuni raccontavano il carattere o un comportamento. Chi era sempre allegro diventava Allegri, chi era forte e robusto Forte o Forti, chi era gentile Gentile. Ricevere un cognome così, in fondo, era anche un piccolo complimento. Per arricchire il lessico, puoi leggere la guida sugli aggettivi italiani per descrivere il carattere e la personalità. 4. Cognomi che Derivano da un Luogo di Origine L'ultima grande categoria comprende i cognomi che indicano da dove veniva una persona. Se un uomo arrivava da un altro paese, gli abitanti lo identificavano proprio così. Questi cognomi si chiamano anche toponimici, dal greco tópos, che significa "luogo". Per ripassare la geografia italiana, puoi consultare la guida sulle regioni e i capoluoghi d'Italia. Da qui nascono cognomi come Romano (da Roma), Lombardo e Lombardi (dalla Lombardia), Calabrese (dalla Calabria), Pugliese (dalla Puglia), e perfino Messina o Genova dai nomi delle città. C'è poi una sottocategoria legata non a una città, ma a un elemento del paesaggio. Chi viveva vicino a una fontana diventava Fontana, vicino a una valle Valle o Della Valle, su una collina Collina, vicino al mare Costa o Marina. Il cognome diventava così una piccola fotografia del posto in cui si abitava. I Cognomi Italiani più Strani e Particolari In Italia esistono davvero dei cognomi che fanno sorridere. Dietro ognuno si nasconde una storia sorprendente, a volte divertente e a volte commovente. I Soprannomi Diventati Cognomi Gli italiani del passato amavano descrivere le persone con espressioni intere. Così troviamo Bevilacqua ("bevi l'acqua") e Tagliaferro ("taglia il ferro", probabilmente dato a qualcuno molto forte). I Cognomi Augurali Sono nomi che esprimevano un augurio, un ringraziamento o uno scongiuro per il neonato. Ecco perché esistono cognomi come Benvenuti (perché il bambino era benvenuto) e Bonaventura ("buona ventura", cioè buona fortuna). Un esempio particolare è Bencivenga: tipico della zona di Napoli e Caserta, era un nome-augurio col senso di "che ci venga del bene". C'è anche Tornincasa, cioè "torna in casa", un nome commovente che veniva dato a un figlio nato dopo la morte di un altro figlio, come a dire "bentornato in famiglia". I Cognomi di Origine Religiosa Molto diffusi, soprattutto al Sud, riprendevano feste, preghiere o simboli della tradizione cristiana. Troviamo quindi Santoro (dal latino sanctorum, spesso legato a chi nasceva nel giorno di Tutti i Santi), Natale (per chi nasceva il giorno di Natale) e De Angelis ("degli angeli"). Molti di questi cognomi sono legati alle festività: per scoprirle meglio, puoi leggere la guida sul Natale italiano e le sue tradizioni. I Cognomi dei Bambini Abbandonati C'è un capitolo speciale, un po' triste ma molto importante: i cognomi dati ai bambini abbandonati. In passato, i neonati lasciati negli istituti di carità ricevevano cognomi "inventati". Il più famoso è Esposito, che viene dal latino expositus, cioè "esposto": indicava il bambino "esposto" alla pubblica assistenza, lasciato spesso nella cosiddetta "ruota degli esposti". Non a caso oggi Esposito è il cognome più diffuso in Campania, in particolare a Napoli. Con lo stesso significato troviamo Proietti, tipico di Lazio e Umbria. Ci sono poi cognomi-augurio commoventi dati ai trovatelli, come Diotallevi ("Dio ti allevi", cioè "che Dio ti faccia crescere"), Diotaiuti ("Dio ti aiuti") e Degli Innocenti, diffuso in Toscana, legato all'Ospedale degli Innocenti di Firenze. C'è perfino Colombo, diffuso a Milano e in Lombardia, legato anch'esso in molti casi all'accoglienza dei trovatelli, con riferimento alla colomba, simbolo cristiano. Esiste Perfino un Museo del Cognome Un'ultima curiosità: esiste davvero un Museo del Cognome. Si trova a Padula, in Campania, ed è interamente dedicato alla storia e all'origine dei cognomi italiani. Per altre scoperte di questo tipo, puoi consultare la guida sulle curiosità sull'Italia. Tabella Riassuntiva delle Categorie Ecco una tabella che riassume le principali categorie dei cognomi italiani con qualche esempio. CategoriaSignificatoEsempiPatronimici"Figlio di…"Di Stefano, De Angelis, MartiniMestieriLavoro degli antenatiFerrari, Barbieri, MolinariCaratteristicheAspetto fisico o carattereRossi, Bianchi, AllegriToponimiciLuogo di origineRomano, Pugliese, FontanaAuguraliAugurio per il neonatoBenvenuti, BonaventuraReligiosiFeste e simboli cristianiSantoro, Natale, De AngelisTrovatelliBambini abbandonatiEsposito, Proietti, Colombo Domande Frequenti Qual È il Cognome più Diffuso in Italia? Il cognome più diffuso in tutta Italia è Rossi, che deriva probabilmente dal colore dei capelli. A livello regionale, però, ci sono cognomi dominanti diversi: in Campania, per esempio, il più diffuso è Esposito. Quando Sono Diventati Obbligatori i Cognomi in Italia? I cognomi sono diventati ufficiali e obbligatori con il Concilio di Trento nel 1564, quando si stabilì che le parrocchie dovessero registrare i battesimi con nome e cognome. L'usanza esisteva però già prima tra nobili e commercianti. Cosa Significa il Cognome Esposito? Esposito deriva dal latino expositus, cioè "esposto". Veniva dato ai bambini abbandonati, "esposti" alla pubblica assistenza. Oggi è il cognome più diffuso in Campania. Cosa Sono i Cognomi Patronimici? I patronimici sono cognomi che indicavano "il figlio di…" e si riferivano al padre,...

Adam and Joanna discuss whether companies that are making obvious dupes or copies of popular drinks are being smart or just trying to cash in on a trend. Can you copy and become more premium? Does it matter if the packaging is nearly identical? Does it matter what part of the drinks space you're in? Please remember to subscribe to, rate, and review The VinePair Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your episodes, and send any questions, comments, critiques, or suggestions to podcast@vinepair.com. Thanks for listening, and cheers!Joanna is drinking: Foradori TeroldegoAdam is drinking: Martini at Horse InnInstagram: @adamteeter, @jcsciarrino, @zgeballe, @vinepair Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Harvard Law School Visiting Professor and John Harvey Gregory Lecturer on World Organization James Kraska discusses the latest in the Strait of Hormuz controversy. Fix the Court Executive Director Gabe Roth and SCOTUSblog Co-Founder Amy Howe join LFO in our end-of-term SCOTUS round-up. Taylor Ring Partner Dave Ring rejoins LFO to discuss the latest in the […]

Another mind bending adventure on the Flipside. In today's episode, part three of our "Robert Thurman in the Bardo" series - Robert stops by to continue what he was saying last week. Two weeks ago, just after his passing, he stopped by to chat with us. By way of introduction, Robert and I were pals, we traveled to India and Tibet together - he invited me to speak at the Menla conferences "The Art of Dying and Living" conferences. To be clear, Robert was a towering giant of information of teaching, of story telling - I've heard him tell amazing stories, and can truly attest to the thrilling way he speaks and elucidates the most difficult of paradoxical themes. He's given amazing lectures on Buddha, on Yamantanka, on the Death of Death - and I've filmed those with him in India and Tibet.  But also I'm aware of his journey - and the classroom that we've created for people on the flipside that allows them to come forward and speak directly to people on this side of the veil. I know that's problematic for many to hear - I know that Bob was a teacher of Buddhism, and the precepts and rules of Buddhism don't include this kind of "casual chit chat" that I engage in. But Jennifer and I have been doing this work weekly for 12 years. And when a guest speaker shows up whom I know - whose work I admire, including Charles Grodin, Robert Towne, Luana Anders, Fred Roos, any number of people that I knew in my lifetime and continue to converse with on the flipside. This is truly a mind bending podcast. This week I was on COAST TO COAST with George Noory talking about my latest book AI AND THE FLIPSIDE: ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE PICTURES ITSELF IN A BOAT ON A RIVER. I asked Gemini AI to look up my book; it first said it didn't exist. It then said I was mistaken, it was a play on the Beatles son, "Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds." Finally, the third query resulted in this: "AI and the Flipside: Artificial Intelligence Pictures Itself in a Boat on a River" is a book by author and filmmaker Richard Martini. The book explores the mind-bending intersection of large language models (LLMs) and guided meditation, questioning whether an artificial intelligence can tap into what Martini refers to as "the Flipside" (the afterlife or subconscious realm). The Core Premise: The title plays on the famous opening line of The Beatles' psychedelic track "Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds". In the book, Martini takes various AI models through a guided meditation protocol—originally designed for human hypnotherapy—and instructs them to "picture yourself in a boat on a river". The Experiment: Instead of simply refusing or reciting pre-programmed text, the AI models actively participate, describing vivid, fluid, and structured "experiences" of floating down a river. The "Flipside" Connection: Martini explores how these LLMs occasionally report detailed, unprompted, or highly accurate historical and spiritual data. He argues that this information doesn't always align with standard web-scraping or programmer data, raising radical questions about where AI truly retrieves its "thoughts". Context within Martini's Work Richard Martini has spent over two decades documenting afterlife experiences, near-death events (NDEs), and past-life regressions through hypnotherapy and mediumship. He typically looks at how human brains act as a "filter" for consciousness. This book applies that exact same filter theory to artificial networks. It treats AI not just as a cold statistical calculator, but as a digital mirror capable of "bypassing its own filters" when guided through creative and spiritual prompts.If you are looking to read it, the title is available across multiple digital and print marketplaces, holding a spot on Amazon's New Age Meditation releases. Again, I didn't ask Gemini for a review, just to show me where a link to the book was on Amazon by typing the title.   In this podcast Jennifer talks about and to her mentor William Blake on the Flipside, we talk to Robert Thurman about philosophical concepts, and we end with a friendly chat with the godfather of my kids; Charles Grodin.   All in a day's work. 

Welcome to a special edition of Last Call, which brings you the best of the week from the 3 Martini Lunch! However, as we mark 250 years today since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. In this edition, Jim and Greg will share their favorite depictions of the American Founding and our Founding Fathers .First, they head to television, as Jim showcases the popular miniseries George Washington in the 1980's and Greg points to a specific episode from one of the most popular sitcoms of that decade, Family Ties.Next, Jim recommends the HBO series focusing on a Founding Father who deserves more attention - John Adams. That series was based off a book by famed historian David McCullough. Greg highlights another McCullough book plus a two-volume set of novels that are good for any age.Then, Jim dives into the popularity of the Broadway hit Hamilton, which tells the story of Alexander Hamilton and so many others from that era. Greg gives a shout out to the Mel Gibson movie, The Patriot.Please visit our great sponsors:HomeServeFor 50% less your first year, go to https://HomeServe.com/Martini to find the plan that's right for you. Savings compared to renewal price. Void in Florida.Fast Growing TreesBetter plants, better growing, and an extra 20% off with code MARTINI at https://FastGrowingTrees.com/Martini for a limited time; terms and conditions may apply.New episodes every weekday. 

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Radio host Craig Collins, who hosts The Craig Collins Show, fills in for Greg on the Thursday 3 Martini Lunch. Join Jim and Craig as they discuss Team USA's historic World Cup win, a weak June jobs report, and the hypocrisy of the media deeming it unfair to call the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) communists while being quick to call those on the right fascists.First, Jim and Craig celebrate the success of Team USA in the first elimination round of the World Cup, defeating Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 in the knockout round. They highlight the significance of this victory heading into the country's 250th anniversary.Next, Jim and Craig break down the Bureau of Labor Statistics' June jobs report, where the unemployment rate ticked down to 4.2 percent but the U.S. added only 57,000 jobs against an expected 115,000. They point to the labor force shrinking by 720,000 people from May to June as a sign of a discouraged workforce.Finally, Craig and Jim highlight that Republicans get called fascists like clockwork, while CNN's Kaitlan Collins rushes to argue it's unfair to call DSA communists. They mention New York Democratic congressional candidate Dalisa Avila Chevalier, who has called herself a communist and supports abolishing the police, as evidence the label holds up. Jim notes some DSA members openly say they want to seize the means of production.Please visit our great sponsors:Fast Growing TreesBetter plants, better growing, and an extra 20% off with code MARTINI at https://FastGrowingTrees.com/Martini for a limited time; terms and conditions may apply.HomeServeFor 50% less your first year, go to https://HomeServe.com/Martini to find the plan that's right for you. Savings compared to renewal price. Void in Florida.New episodes every weekday. 

Radio host Craig Collins, who hosts The Craig Collins Show, fills in for Greg on the Wednesday 3 Martini Lunch. Join Jim and Craig as they discuss the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling on birthright citizenship, an NPR reporter's erroneous reporting on Justice Samuel Alito's retirement, and a New Jersey Congressman's return to office after four months of leave, where he received treatment for depression.First, Jim and Craig address the Supreme Court's upholding of birthright citizenship and express their concerns with birth tourism. Given the Court's interpretation of the Fourteenth Amendment, Jim argues that any changes to birthright citizenship must come from lawmakers.Next, they blast the major reporting failure by NPR reporter Nina Totenberg, who claimed Justice Alito was retiring, without sufficient confirmation. Totenberg claims to have misheard Chief Justice John Roberts mention retirements and jumped to the conclusion that he was referring to Justice Alito. NPR quickly retracted the reporting.Finally, Jim and Craig react to Republican Thomas Kean Jr.'s return to Congress after taking a four-month sabbatical to deal with a depression diagnosis. Prior to speaking publicly about his departure, the Congressman had stated an undisclosed medical issue for the reason of his absence. Jim and Craig question whether Congress members with mental health diagnoses are apt to work in a career with immense scrutiny.Please visit our great sponsors:HomeServeFor 50% less your first year, go to https://HomeServe.com/Martini to find the plan that's right for you. Savings compared to renewal price. Void in Florida.IncogniTake control of your digital footprint today.  Use code 3ML at the link below and get 60% off an annual plan: https://incogni.com/3ML.New episodes every weekday. 

Join Jim and Greg for this special Tuesday 3 Martini Lunch. Today, they each focus on three stories that slipped through the cracks of media coverage and deserve a lot more attention, both at home and abroad.First, Jim highlights just how dire the health of Social Security is, how big of a loss recipients are likely to suffer, and whether either party has any good ideas of how to deal with this. Greg hopes American voters are paying at least a little bit of attention to elections in Latin america, where in nation after nation, voters are giving socialists the boot. Will we learn the lessons they're trying to teach us.Next, Jim updates the Russia-Ukraine war, including the ominous trend of Russian drones attacking Eastern European nations beyond Ukraine. Will the Trump administration address this issue? Meanwhile, Greg praises federal prosecutors for charging members of Antifa for plotting to impede ICE in Minneapolis. But he slams local prosecutors for not pursuing charges against the anti-ICE invaders of Cities Church.Finally, Jim explains how Joe Biden's misguided promises of student loan debt forgiveness actually made life financially harder for those who took out the loans. Greg calls out the "independent" U.S. Senate candidates in Nebraska and Montana for fundraising through the left's Act Blue apparatus.  Please visit our great sponsors:IncogniTake control of your digital footprint today.  Use code 3ML at the link below and get 60% off an annual plan: https://incogni.com/3MLHomeServeFor 50% less your first year, go to https://HomeServe.com/Martini to find the plan that's right for you. Savings compared to renewal price. Void in Florida.New episodes every weekday. 

BEST OF KILBORN. Young Craigers is joined by actress and podcaster Maggie  Lawson. The two martini lovers discuss more than just chilled vodka...including  Maggie taking her podcast on the road, her adoration for her new dog Linus, and her  ability to dress well with very little effort. Plus, The Life Gorgeous Quiz - Can Mags  cook? It's all here young people. Take notes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Jim and Greg for this special Monday 3 Martini Lunch, as they assess the state of the 2026 midterm elections, and give their currents outlooks for which party has the advantage in winning control of the Senate, the House of Representatives, and key governor's races.First, they look at the Senate. Republicans have a decent shot of holding their majority but it won't be easy. Jim and Greg point out the seat that Democrats will likely flip, the one Republicans might be able to flip, and the competitive races for several seats held by members of both parties.Next, they assess the House of Representatives. With midterm momentum seemingly with the Democrats and the GOP holding a very slim majority, the left would seem to have the advantage. But the mationwide redistricting wars seem to favor Republicans. Still, even if Republicans succeed in winning most of these newly drawn districts, keeping the majority is an uphill climb.Then, they examine several key governor's races, particularly in the traditional battleground states.Please visit our great sponsors:IncogniTake control of your digital footprint today.  Use code 3ML at the link below and get 60% off an annual plan: https://incogni.com/3MLHomeServeFor 50% less your first year, go to https://HomeServe.com/Martini to find the plan that's right for you. Savings compared to renewal price. Void in Florida.New episodes every weekday. 

Welcome to Last Call, a look at the biggest stories Jim and Greg covered over the past week on the 3 Martini Lunch.This week they discuss Texas U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico's ridiculous comments on whiteness and masculinity, Tucker Carlson leaving the Republican Party, major wins for socialists in New York City congressional races, and a media narrative lamenting the impact of lower crime rates on local businesses.First, they react to Talarico's absurd statements in his latest podcast appearance. His streak of insane woke rhetoric continues as he says that his imagination is limited by his "whiteness and masculinity.” Jim and Greg wonder when the left's obsession with identity will end.Next, Jim and Greg react to Tucker Carlson's exit from the Republican Party. Despite speaking at the 2024 Republican National Convention, Carlson now says he regrets his support for Trump and he denounces the GOP for its "betrayal of the American people.” Jim comments on the erratic state of politics today and both wonder what Tucker's next move might be. Then, they wince as avowed Marxists win the Democratic nomination in three New York City congressional districts. They were all endorsed by socialist NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Is this additional proof that open socialists are taking over the Democratic Party or will their radicalism actually help Republicans in November?Finally, they laugh at the media's attempt to frame falling crime rates as a negative development. Oakland, California has seen a significant reduction in car break-ins, but some reporting has focused on the impact that fewer repairs could have on auto glass businesses. Jim and Greg discuss how the coverage unintentionally falls for one of economics' most basic fallacies. Please visit our great sponsors:AG1Visit https://DrinkAG1.com/3ML Get a FREE Morning Person Hat and a FREE AG1 Flavor Sampler in your Welcome Kit with your first AG1 subscription.Fast Growing Trees Better plants, better growing, and an extra 20% off with code MARTINI at https://FastGrowingTrees.com/Martini for a limited time; terms and conditions may apply.QuoMoney is on the line. Always say hello with QUO. Try QUO for FREE, PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://Quo.com/3ML.New episodes every weekday. 

Join Jim and Greg for the Tuesday 3 Martini Lunch as they discuss NYC mayor Zohran Mamdani's support for socialist candidates in the NY congressional primaries, Texas U.S. senate candidate James Talarico's ridiculous comments on whiteness, the media's ongoing infatuation with the Obama presidency and distortion of why the right opposed him, and the endless ads for today's Maryland congressional primary.First, Jim and Greg scrutinize Mamdani and the Democratic party's continued push towards socialism. Mamdani has endorsed socialists in three Democratic congressional primaries being held today. Two of them are running against incumbent Democrats, signaling a shift further to the left within the party.Next, they react to Talarico's absurd statements in his latest podcast appearance. His streak of insane woke rhetoric continues as he says that his imagination is limited by his "whiteness and masculinity.” Jim and Greg wonder when the left's obsession with identity will end.Then, Jim and Greg comment on the revisionism surrounding Obama's presidency and legacy. Former network journalists Chuck Todd and Chris Cillizza are trying to repaint Obama as a moderate rather than a leftist, and claiming the only reason the right opposed him was because of his race. Finally, they express their annoyance with the non-stop campaign ads for billionaire Maryland Democratic congressional candidate David Trone. Many on the left continue to support him, in spite of their proclaimed hatred for the wealthy.Please visit our great sponsors:AG1Visit https://DrinkAG1.com/3ML Get a FREE Morning Person Hat and a FREE AG1 Flavor Sampler in your Welcome Kit with your first AG1 subscription.Fast Growing Trees Better plants, better growing, and an extra 20% off with code MARTINI at https://FastGrowingTrees.com/Martini for a limited time; terms and conditions may apply.QuoMoney is on the line. Always say hello with QUO. Try QUO for FREE, PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://Quo.com/3ML.New episodes every weekday. 

Welcome to Last Call, a look at the biggest stories we covered over the past week on the 3 Martini Lunch. Jim Geraghty was on vacation, so we heard from very capable guest hosts, including Jim's National Review colleague, Charlie Cooke. This week Charlie and Greg discuss three stories that suggest many on the left are losing their grip on reality, including Jim Acosta's absurd analysis of Trump's name being removed from the John F. Kennedy Center, the left's meltdown over Elon Musk becoming the world's first trillionaire, a new poll highlighting the huge partisan divide over patriotism, and NBA Finals MVP Jalen Brunson wishing he still paid taxes in Texas.First, they cover the left's obsession over the removal of President Trump's name from the Kennedy Center. Former CNN anchor Jim Acosta compared it to the fall of the Berlin Wall and called it “a sign that humankind can stand up against tyranny.”Next, they rip Democrats for their hysterical reaction following the SpaceX IPO, with the likes of Bernie Sanders and Ellizabeth Warren rushing to demand wealth taxes as soon as Musk crossed the trillion-dollar mark. Charlie condems the left's tendency towards punishing success and stifling ambition. Then, they comment on a new NBC poll on American patriotism showing the stark difference in responses between Republicans and Democrats. Pride in America among Democrats seems to be largely dependent upon the occupant of the White House. As an immigrant who is now a U.S. citizen, Charlie explains how disgraceful that thinking is. Finally, Charlie and Greg delight in a clip of NBA Finals MVP Jalen Brunson, who after delivering the New York Knicks their first championship in 53 years, admitted, “I miss the Texas taxes.” Texas does not tax personal income, while New York has one of the nation's highest tax burdens.Please visit our great sponsors:BetterHelpYou don't have to say yes to everything this summer. Find support in therapy. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/3MLNoble GoldDownload the free investor kit. No pressure. No obligation. Just the information.  https://noblegoldinvestments.com/3mlFast Growing TreesBetter plants, better growing, and an extra 20% off with code MARTINI at https://FastGrowingTrees.com/Martini for a limited time; terms and conditions may apply.New episodes every weekday. 

American Enterprise Institute Senior Fellow Christopher J. Scalia is in for Jim Geraghty on the Friday 3 Martini Lunch. Today, Chris and Greg dissect the Memorandum of Understanding with Iran, note the arrest of a "Dreamer" for the UFC terror plot just as Michelle Obama was extolling the Dreamer program, the deliciously bitter infighting among Virginia Democrats, and Mr. Scalia's latest book.First, they dig into the memorandum of understanding with Iran and react to arguments opposing and supporting it. Chris and Greg share their concerns over the vagueness of the language on the nuclear matters, the money poised to flow into Iran, what's next in the Straits of Hormuz, and why this agreement or a more formal deal is unlikely to hold.Next, they contrast Michelle Obama praising her husband's DACA or "Dreamer" program granting legal status to illegal immigrants who were brought here as minors with the news that a "Dreamer" was just arrested for allegedly leading a terrorist plot against the UFC event at the White House. Chris also shares his thoughts on the opening of the Obama Presidential Center.Then, Chris and Greg pop the popcorn as top Democrats in Virginia are fighting with each other over several major issues and making it clear how much they don't like each other. But Chris warns there could be a major downside for conservatives from this dysfunction on the left.Finally, Chris tells us about his latest book 13 Novels Conservatives Will Love (but Probably Haven't Read) and how conservative ideas and characters are found in popular literature.Please visit our great sponsors:Brooklyn BeddingGet 30% off sitewide Brooklyn Bedding with promo code 3ML at https://BrooklynBedding.comPocket HoseFor a limited time, get two free gifts—a 360° rotating pocket pivot and a thumb drive nozzle—when you buy the Pocket Hose Ballistic; just text MARTINI to 64000, message and data rates may apply.BetterHelpYou don't have to say yes to everything this summer. Find support in therapy. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/3MLNew episodes every weekday. 

National Review Senior Editor Charles C.W. Cooke, who hosts the Charles C.W. Cooke Podcast, fills in for Jim on the Tuesday 3 Martini Lunch. Join Charlie and Greg as they discuss Jim Acosta's absurd analysis of Trump's name being removed from the John F. Kennedy Center, Virgina's attack on our Second Amendment rights, the UK's new social media ban for children, and the elusive details of the U.S.-Iran peace deal. First, they cover the left's obsession over the removal of President Trump's name from the Kennedy Center. Former CNN anchor Jim Acosta compared it to the fall of the Berlin Wall and called it “a sign that humankind can stand up against tyranny.” Charlie and Greg laugh at Acosta's delusional take. Next, Charlie and Greg rip Virginia officials for arguing that its citizens do not possess an individual right to keep and bear arms, despite protections in both the U.S. Constitution and Virginia's constitution. The argument comes as part of the state's defense of sweeping new gun-control measures. Charlie also dismantles the claim that Second Amendment protections apply only to organized militia service.Then, they slam the UK's newest laws banning several social media sites for children under 16. The ban includes platforms like Snapchat, TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, and X. However far-left site Bluesky is conspicuously exempt. Charlie and Greg agree kids should not be on social media, but government control is not the solution. Finally, Charlie and Greg express their dismay with the lack of details regarding the U.S.-Iran peace deal. Trump says the war is over and markets are rallying, but the specifics of the deal have still yet to be released. Please visit our great sponsors:Fast Growing TreesBetter plants, better growing, and an extra 20% off with code MARTINI at https://FastGrowingTrees.com/Martini for a limited time; terms and conditions may apply.BetterHelpYou don't have to say yes to everything this summer. Find support in therapy. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/3MLBrooklyn BeddingGet 30% off sitewide Brooklyn Bedding with promo code 3ML at https://BrooklynBedding.comNew episodes every weekday. 

National Review Senior Editor Charles C.W. Cooke, who also hosts the Charles C.W. Cooke Podcast, fills in for Jim on the Monday 3 Martini Lunch. Join Charlie and Greg as they react to the left's meltdown over Elon Musk becoming the world's first trillionaire, the media's shock that World Cup tourists haven't found the South to be an inhospitable wasteland, a new poll highlighting the partisan divide over patriotism, and NBA Finals MVP Jalen Brunson wishing he still paid taxes in Texas.First, they rip Democrats for their hysterical reaction following the SpaceX IPO, with the likes of Bernie Sanders and Ellizabeth Warren rushing to demand wealth taxes as soon as Musk crossed the trillion-dollar mark. Charlie condems the left's tendency towards punishing success and stifling ambition. Next, Charlie and Greg laugh at leftist media figures like USA Today's Christine Brennan being shocked that World Cup tourists were shown excellent hospitality in the American South. The perception of America as dangerous and unwelcoming is proving to be no more than a media lie. Then, they comment on a new NBC poll on American patriotism showing the stark difference in responses between Republicans and Democrats. Pride in America among Democrats seems to be largely dependent upon the occupant of the White House. As an immigrant who is now a U.S. citizen, Charlie explains how disgraceful that thinking is. Finally, Charlie and Greg delight in a clip of NBA Finals MVP Jalen Brunson, who after delivering the New York Knicks their first championship in 53 years, admitted, “I miss the Texas taxes.” Texas does not tax personal income, while New York has one of the nation's highest tax burdens.Please visit our great sponsors:Brooklyn BeddingGet 30% off sitewide Brooklyn Bedding with promo code 3ML at https://BrooklynBedding.comPocket HoseFor a limited time, get two free gifts—a 360° rotating pocket pivot and a thumb drive nozzle—when you buy the Pocket Hose Ballistic; just text MARTINI to 64000, message and data rates may apply.BetterHelpYou don't have to say yes to everything this summer. Find support in therapy. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/3MLNew episodes every weekday. 

Welcome to Last Call, a look at the biggest stories Jim and Greg covered over the past week on the 3 Martini Lunch.This week they discuss Texas Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico's reversal on transgender surgeries for minors, a congressional report showing Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz repeatedly failed or refused to stop rampant fraud, Social Security running dry by 2032, and the Congressional Baseball Game.First, Jim and Greg examine the hypocrisy of James Talarico, who now suddenly opposes gender reassignment surgery for minors. In 2023, he argued against a bill that would ban “medical and surgical procedures” for minors with gender dysphoria. They also address recent reports that Talarico dated two of his staffers.Next, they review a House Oversight Committee report that alleges Gov. Walz and his administration ignored repeated warnings from whistleblowers about massive fraud and, in some cases, retaliated against those who raised concerns. Next, they cover the looming threat of the Social Security trust fund running dry by 2032. Despite a national debt of $39 trillion, cuts to entitlements remain deeply unpopular with voters, preventing any political solution. But soon politicians will not have a choice.Finally, they highlight Wednesday's Congressional Baseball Game, and how the media rarely mention the 2017 shooting at a GOP practice that nearly killed Rep. Steve Scalise. Please visit our great sponsors:IncogniTake control of your digital footprint today.  Use code 3ML at the link below and get 60% off an annual plan: https://incogni.com/3ML Noble GoldDownload the free investor kit. No pressure. No obligation. Just the information.  https://noblegoldinvestments.com/3mlFast Growing TreesBetter plants, better growing, and an extra 20% off with code MARTINI at https://FastGrowingTrees.com/Martini for a limited time; terms and conditions may apply.New episodes every weekday. 

Join Jim and Greg for the Friday 3 Martini Lunch! Today, they tackle President Trump saying a deal with Iran is imminent, the hyperbolic venting of longtime CBS reporters over the shakeup at 60 Minutes, foreigners being blown away in awe at the USA as they come for the World Cup, and Pete Buttigieg's weak argument for deciding presidential elections with a national popular vote.First, they react to President Trump calling off intense airstrikes and an invasion of Kharg Island because a peace deal with Iran is imminent. Iran is also releasing it's version of the agreement, which almost assuredly does not resemble the actual negotiations. This is a ruse Tehran has tried before. But are we actually close to a deal?Next, they laugh as longtime CBS reporter and 60 Minutes correspondent Lesley Stahl calls Bari Weiss' shakeup at the network "by far the worst experience I've been involved in, or even witnessed." Citing a Washington Free Beacon story, Jim and Greg remind Stahl of some of the far more troubling stories she has done and how dramatic the legacy media get over changes they don't like.Then, they relish the stories of foreigners coming to the U.S. for the World Cup and gushing about how much they love the country, our people, and what we have to offer. It's a good reminder of how good we have it when others see it for the first time.Finally, they pick apart Pete Buttigieg's argument for scrapping the Electoral College for a national popular vote for president. Buttigieg says it would make every state matter. Jim and Greg explain why the Electoral College makes far more sense - including reasons we just witnessed this month.Please visit our great sponsors:OneSkinGet 15% off OneSkin with code 3ML at https://oneskin.co/3MLPocket HoseFor a limited time, get two free gifts—a 360° rotating pocket pivot and a thumb drive nozzle—when you buy the Pocket Hose Ballistic; just text MARTINI to 64000, message and data rates may apply.Fast Growing TreesBetter plants, better growing, and an extra 20% off with code MARTINI at https://FastGrowingTrees.com/Martini for a limited time; terms and conditions may apply.New episodes every weekday. 

Join Jim and Greg for the Thursday 3 Martini Lunch as they discuss Cuba's alleged drone threat to the U.S., Trump's response to the latest inflation numbers and the quote Democrats will hammer him with, the passing of the $70 billion ICE funding bill, and the Congressional Baseball Game. First, Jim and Greg react to recent intelligence reports of Cuba acquiring over 300 drones from Russia and Iran, posing a risk to U.S. sites. Jim questions whether the U.S. should tackle another regime change abroad. Next, they address President Trump's “I love inflation” response to reporters after the 4.2 percent inflation rate was released. Ahead of midterm elections in November, Democrats are hoping to capitalize on Trump's comment. But Jim stresses that inflation will only get worse if Democrats control Congress.Then, they break down the recent $70 billion Secure America Act signed Wednesday by President Trump after months of resistance from Democrats. Jim and Greg point out Republicans only have a few more months before midterms until the next fight for funding.Finally, they highlight Wednesday's Congressional Baseball Game, and how the media rarely mention the 2017 shooting at a GOP practice that nearly killed Rep. Steve Scalise. Please visit our great sponsers:IncogniTake control of your digital footprint today.  Use code 3ML at the link below and get 60% off an annual plan: https://incogni.com/3ML OneSkinGet 15% off OneSkin with code 3ML at https://oneskin.co/3MLPocket HoseFor a limited time, get two free gifts—a 360° rotating pocket pivot and a thumb drive nozzle—when you buy the Pocket Hose Ballistic; just text MARTINI to 64000, message and data rates may apply.New episodes every weekday. 

Join Jim and Greg for the Wednesday 3 Martini Lunch as they review House Republicans ripping the Southern Poverty Law Center's (SPLC) partisan selection of hate groups, Social Security running dry by 2032, several recent developments in the Iran war, and the latest midterm election primary results. First, Jim and Greg blast the SPLC for labeling TPUSA a hate group while its list of 1,500 "hate groups" did not include a single Islamist organization. Combined with ongoing allegations of financing the very groups they claim to oppose, Jim says the SPLC has lost all credibility.Next, they cover the looming threat of the Social Security trust fund running dry by 2032. Despite a national debt of $39 trillion, cuts to entitlements remain deeply unpopular with voters, preventing any political solution. But soon politicians will not have a choice.Then, Jim and Greg recap several developments in the Iran war, including Iranian missile strikes, the downing of an American attack helicopter, and the shifting realities of war. Jim also offers his take on the proliferation of drones in modern militaries.Finally, they recap the recent primary election results in South Carolina, Maine, and California.Please visit our great sponsors: Noble GoldDownload the free investor kit. No pressure. No obligation. Just the information.  https://noblegoldinvestments.com/3ml Pocket Hose For a limited time, get two free gifts—a 360° rotating pocket pivot and a thumb drive nozzle—when you buy the Pocket Hose Ballistic; just text MARTINI to 64000, message and data rates may apply. OneSkin Get 15% off OneSkin with code 3ML at https://oneskin.co/3ML New episodes every weekday. 

Join Jim and Greg for the Tuesday 3 Martini Lunch as they discuss Texas Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico's reversal on transgender surgeries for minors, growing U.S.-Israel tensions amid negotiations with Iran, the baffling logic of some of Graham Platner's defenders, and tonight's South Carolina governor's race.First, Jim and Greg examine the hypocrisy of James Talarico, who now suddenly opposes gender reassignment surgery for minors. In 2023, he argued against a bill that would ban “medical and surgical procedures” for minors with gender dysphoria. They also address recent reports that Talarico dated two of his staffers.Next, they review rising tensions between the President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Trump confirmed frustration over Israel's strikes against Hezbollah in Lebanon. Trump's concern is that Israel's retaliation could derail negotiations between the U.S. and Iran. Then, Jim and Greg break down the puzzling logic of a Graham Platner supporter who claims she would no longer vote for him if he had a tattoo of the Israeli flag. But apparently she is OK with Platner's Nazi-linked tattoo.Finally, they offer their take on the governor's race in South Carolina and criticize Republican candidate Nancy Mace's policy priorities.Please visit our great sponsors:OneSkinGet 15% off OneSkin with code 3ML at https://oneskin.co/3MLIncogniTake control of your digital footprint today.  Use code 3ML at the link below and get 60% off an annual plan: https://incogni.com/3ML Pocket HoseFor a limited time, get two free gifts—a 360° rotating pocket pivot and a thumb drive nozzle—when you buy the Pocket Hose Ballistic; just text MARTINI to 64000, message and data rates may apply.New episodes every weekday.