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Are the Minnesota Vikings still interested in Daniel Jones; Which quarterback should the Vikings bring in behind McCarthy; Vikings potential cuts to get them under the salary cap; Do the Vikings have any extension candidates and more on Purple Daily with Doogie!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Latest Minnesota Vikings news on the fallout from the NFL Combine; Starting with quarterbacks to pair Vikings QB JJ McCarthy; Are the Vikings trying to distance themselves further from McCarthy; A Vikings QB criteria exercise; Which options makes the most sense for the Vikings; Plus other Vikings news and more on Purple Daily! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Thor is back from the NFL Combine and shares the latest news on what he's heard regarding the VGikings and addresses a report that the Vikings are down on QB JJ McCarthy. Plus a mock draft using the news we learned over the NFL Combine!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com: "Agree or disagree: The Epstein fallout is now more about guilt by association than guilt by deeds." As millions of pages tied to Jeffrey Epstein become public, prominent figures are resigning, apologizing, and facing reputational ruin — often without charges or proven wrongdoing. Michael examines whether the national reaction has crossed from accountability into indiscriminate shaming. Are we abandoning the presumption of innocence in favor of public cancellation? With references to past DOJ norms, media scrutiny, and historical lessons from the McCarthy era, this episode asks whether knowing Epstein is being treated as equivalent to criminal conduct — and what that means for due process in America. Listen in, then vote at Smerconish.com! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sheil is joined by The Ringer's own Billy Gil to take a look at some of the biggest offseason headlines currently circling the NFL media sphere to determine which ones will have the biggest impact on the league going forward.(00:00) NFL stories that have our attention!(4:32) Kyler Murray vs. the Cardinals(13:19) Raiders want to trade Maxx Crosby(24:17) Does A.J. Brown want to be a Patriot?(26:08) Replay errors in early games worry coaches(37:03) Falcons tell Kirk Cousins he'll be released(39:45) The Vikings and J.J. McCarthy(45:20) Bears looking to trade Tyson Bagent(50:31) Sean Payton turns over play calling to Davis WebbThe Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.Host: Sheil KapadiaGuest: Billy GilProducer: Chris SuttonVideo Editor: Stefano SanchezProduction Supervision: Conor Nevins and Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get Up resumes with the panicking Lakers! Another loss to a shorthanded Suns team has us thinking... will they be in the play-in? (0:00) Meanwhile - live from the draft, Louis Riddick plays a game of "Is That Riddick-ulous?" J.J. McCarthy won't start for the Vikings next year?? (15:40) Then - Seth Rollins!!!! (24:10) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Time to get up with more late game lousy for the Lakers - Wait'll you hear what smart money says their fate is when the playoffs begin!!! (0:00) Meanwhile - mentoring McCarthy? Aaron Rodgers needs a home for 2026, and the Vikings may offer him a chance to ring in the future of Minnesota! (8:45) Then - does AJ need his Philadelphia Freedom? One voice you trust says YES - he's on his way out of town! (19:20) Plus - Wemby! KD! Royce O'Neale! The NBA's best shined bright in a crazy night on the hardwood! (22:45) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mark Kaboly joins the show for the next hour. Kaboly says that it makes a lot of sense that Ty Simpson liked Mike McCarthy, given McCarthy's personality. He also says that he does not think that the Steelers are going to take a QB in round 1. An anonymous benefactor dropped off a supply drop of burgers and wings, and it has the guys all out of sorts. Anyways, Mark thinks that the Steelers will go wide receiver in round one. The release of the NFLPA report cards already has the Steelers making changes. The Steelers have changed up their type of grass at Acrisure Stadium after all of the complaints from last season. Mark does not think there is any chance that the Steelers trade DK Metcalf.

Vikings Trade for Anthony Richardson? KOC's JJ McCarthy Comments and Top QB Options Ranked — Tyler Forness and Producer Dave discuss Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell and exec Rob Brzezinski's recent comments, debating whether the team is still fully sold on JJ McCarthy or whether O'Connell is feeling pressure to get the quarterback decision right. They then break down trade speculation connecting Minnesota to Colts QB Anthony Richardson, citing past Vikings interest in Richardson and arguing his elite traits make him a high-upside target despite injuries and accuracy issues; Tyler suggests a possible deal involving pick 97 and a fifth for Richardson plus an early fourth. Forness presents his top 10 potential Vikings quarterback additions across three paths (starter, competition, backup), ranking Marcus Mariota, Aaron Rodgers, Mac Jones, Tua Tagovailoa, Kyler Murray, Derek Carr, Malik Willis, Kirk Cousins, Geno Smith, and Richardson as No. 1. 00:00 Richardson Trade Buzz 01:09 Show Setup and Agenda 01:50 KOC Quotes on McCarthy 04:55 Is JJ Still the Guy 07:32 Dave Pushes Back 09:57 Front Office Messaging 13:22 Housekeeping and Plugs 14:22 Why Richardson Intrigues 17:27 Traits and Mechanics Breakdown 19:46 Vikings Linked to Colts 21:25 Cousins as the Safety Net 25:07 Fit in KOC Offense 27:59 Trade Cost Prediction 28:54 QB Market Reality Check 31:09 Setting Up the Next Segment 32:06 Vikings QB Paths 32:32 Ranking Criteria 33:24 Marcus Mariota Backup 34:48 Fading Aaron Rodgers 36:05 Mac Jones Trade Cost 37:29 Tua Injury Concerns 38:44 Kyler Murray Fit 43:49 Derek Carr Wildcard 46:37 Malik Willis Price Tag 49:56 Kirk Cousins Return 54:16 Geno Smith Value 57:24 Anthony Richardson Top Pick 59:33 Wrap Up And Next Shows _____________________________________________________________ ⭐️ Subscribe to us here! - https://www.youtube.com/@vikings1stskol92 ⭐️ Our Twitter can be found at @Vikings1stSKOL ⭐️ Our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/493z6mQXcN ⭐️ Tyler Forness can be read at A to Z Sports - https://atozsports.com/nfl/minnesota-vikings-news/ ⭐️ Submit questions: forms.gle/7LJkCAern9kdUkuD8 ⭐️ On Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/vikings1standskol ⭐️ Watch the live show here: https://youtu.be/TLLB8PEPQoo Fan With Us!!! Tyler Forness @TheRealForno of Vikings 1st & SKOL @Vikings1stSKOL and A to Z Sports @AtoZSportsNFL, with Dave Stefano @Luft_Krigare producing this Vikings 1st & SKOL production, the @RealFornoShow. Podcasts partnered with Fans First Sports Network @FansFirstSN. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat), Denny Carter and Kyle Dvorchak (@kyletweetshere) break down the latest news coming out of the NFL Combine, most of it quarterback-focused. First, however, they debate Sean Payton handing over play-calling duties to Davis Webb. Is this actually a smart move for one of the NFL’s most celebrated offensive minds? Next they dive into the reports that Derek Carr might un-retire, that Anthony Richardson and Tyson Bagent (!) could be traded, and that J.J. McCarthy will for sure face competition. They also look into items on Kyler Murray, Mac Jones, Brian Thomas Jr. and D.J. Moore in a jam-packed show. (2:20) – Is Brandon Aubrey worth $10 Million per season? (6:50) – Analyzing Sean Payton handing over play-calling duties to Davis Webb (14:25) – QB Headlines, Pt. 1: Michael Penix Jr. and J.J. McCarthy’s starter status in doubt for 2026, Malik Willis’ potential salary ceiling in free agency, Derek Carr reportedly eyes return to NFL (23:30) – QB Headlines, Pt. 2: Speculation of Kyler Murray seeking release from Cardinals, Anthony Richardson trade suitors, latest buzz on market for Tyson Bagent and Mac Jones (46:50) – More News & Notes: Potential trade market for Brian Thomas Jr. and D.J. Moore, report of Eagles turning to “Shanahan tree offensive philosophies” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brzezinski: JJ McCarthy "Has Got Everything It Takes to Be Successful in This League" --- A Northern Digital Production

Ben Goessling and Emily Leiker join Andrew Krammer from Indianapolis, where the annual NFL Scouting Combine features not just Cowboys owner Jerry Jones, but also members of the Vikings' ownership group. What did interim GM Rob Brzezinski and head coach Kevin O'Connell say about J.J. McCarthy and the ongoing search for QB help? What about the GM search? They also discuss the team's 2026 coaching staff, Rondale Moore's tragic death, and how Brzezinski will approach this NFL Draft.

Mike Florio from Pro Football Talk joined the show. Mike works for NBC and the company is making some changes to their broadcast team heading into next season, including Tony Dungy being let go. In an article today, names like Mike Tomlin, Cam Heyward and Aaron Rodgers were thrown into the mix, but Mike has no bearing to say the likelihood of that happening. Mike insisted that Tomlin still has the pick of the litter when it comes to networks and will be on TV if he wants to be. What is the latest buzz Mike is hearing from the NFL Combine? Mike has his doubts that Mike McCarthy and the Steelers are in love with Will Howard the way they say. Mike said we still don't officially know if the guaranteed money is owed to DK Metcalf following the fan incident in Detroit. Mike doesn't think it would be wise to move on from Metcalf after one season. Mike questioned Rodgers wanting to play for McCarthy after the comments he made regarding his football IQ years ago.

The Penguins get back to it tonight in their first game without Sidney Crosby following his injury in the Olympics. They are in a playoff spot and have been one of the best stories in the NHL. But the guys have a big question – why is nobody going to the games? Is it more complex than the ticket price, concessions, travel to the game, etc. or is it really that simple? Fans explain why they are/aren't going to Penguins games. Mike Florio from Pro Football Talk joined the show. Mike works for NBC and the company is making some changes to their broadcast team heading into next season, including Tony Dungy being let go. In an article today, names like Mike Tomlin, Cam Heyward and Aaron Rodgers were thrown into the mix, but Mike has no bearing to say the likelihood of that happening. Mike insisted that Tomlin still has the pick of the litter when it comes to networks and will be on TV if he wants to be. What is the latest buzz Mike is hearing from the NFL Combine? Mike has his doubts that Mike McCarthy and the Steelers are in love with Will Howard the way they say. Mike said we still don't officially know if the guaranteed money is owed to DK Metcalf following the fan incident in Detroit. Mike doesn't think it would be wise to move on from Metcalf after one season. Mike questioned Rodgers wanting to play for McCarthy after the comments he made regarding his football IQ years ago.

NFC North Roundtable: Combine Talk, Draft Priorities, QB Questions, and a Mental Health Message — Hosts from Bears, Lions, and Vikings coverage preview the NFL Combine and discuss team priorities and prospects. Detroit's Brad Holmes emphasizes versatile offensive linemen, defensive line, secondary (especially safety), and athletic linebackers, with coaches aiming to reduce explosive plays, stay versatile on offense, and potentially retain David Montgomery. Minnesota's Kevin O'Connell and Rob Brzezinski limit media access and speak generally about “casting a wide net” at quarterback for 2026 while reiterating belief in J.J. McCarthy despite a changed timeline; they also plan a GM search after the draft and debate potential veteran or backup QB options while criticizing Kyler Murray's recent stats. Chicago's Ryan Poles and Ben Johnson avoid stadium talk, address left tackle needs, and note tough roster decisions amid trade rumors involving Tremaine Edmunds and D.J. Moore. The panel highlights combine prospects at WR, center, safety, edge, and OL, then closes with a suicide prevention message and the 988 Lifeline. 00:00 NFC North Roundtable Intro 02:01 Combine Boots on Ground 02:52 Lions Draft Priorities 04:19 Lions Scheme and Defense Fixes 06:46 Lions Draft Class Talk 09:22 Vikings Media Strategy 11:11 JJ McCarthy Timeline 15:07 Vikings QB Shopping List 20:26 Packers Shade and Rivalry 20:45 Bears Combine Takeaways 21:47 Bears Left Tackle Need 23:30 Bears Cap Moves Rumors 24:36 Cap Space Reality Check 24:50 Bears Trade Rumors 25:29 Combine Prospects Vikings 28:18 Vikings Defense Targets 30:07 Lions Draft Wish List 34:43 Bears Combine Watchlist 38:17 Packers Needs and Sleepers 40:18 Network Shows and Coverage 42:04 988 Suicide Prevention Message FAN WITH US!!!  Follow us on Twitter ✖️ for more updates… Pay @TheRealPayday, host of Frustrated Chicago Sports Fan Channel, June @asgjune & M Foster @Mbrfosterchild, hosts of the Bleachers To Speakers [Lions] podcast, and Dave Stefano @Luft_Krigare, from @Vikings1stSKOL. This has been a joint podcast production partnered with Fans First Sports Network @FansFirstSN. ⭐️ Subscribe to us here! - Vikings 1st & SKOL, https://www.youtube.com/@vikings1stskol92 ⭐️ and here - Bleachers to Speakers, https://www.youtube.com/@BleachersToSpeakers-yq8tm ⭐️ and here - Frustrated Chicago Sports Fan, https://www.youtube.com/@FrustratedChicago ⭐️ V1&S on X can be found at @Vikings1stSKOL ⭐️ V1&S Discord at https://discord.com/invite/493z6mQXcN ⭐️ At Fans First Sports Network - https://www.ffsn.app/teams/minnesota-vikings/ ⭐️ Catch it here: https://youtu.be/gTxSDvW9Ig0 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Interview starts at 32:55   Eugene is back after almost 10 years and we talk about his work since then. He has brought his research into a series of large books - see the links below.   We chat about some examples of hybrids, two distinct organisms, the mule, the research papers on the human genome, human distinction on species, Darwin's work, new forms of life, birthing pan, creepy sexual surveys, bestiality, swimming while ovulating, the Minotaur, Siamese twins, Orcs, AI and video's and much more.   https://www.amazon.com/TELENOTHIANS-Inquiry-into-Limits-Hybridization/dp/B0F9263JM3 https://www.macroevolution.net/table-of-contents.html https://grimerica.ca/2017/07/15/ep232/   Become a Lord or Lady with 1k donations over time. And a Noble with any donation. Leave Serfdom behind and help Grimerica stick to 0 ads and sponsors and fully listener supported. Thanks for listening!! Help support the show, because we can't do it without ya. https://www.amazon.com/Unlearned-School-Failed-What-About/dp/1998704904/ref=sr_1_3?sr=8-3   Support the show directly: https://open.spotify.com/show/2punSyd9Cw76ZtvHxMKenI?si=ImKxfMHgQZ-oshl499O4dQ&nd=1&dlsi=4c25fa9c78674de3 Watch or Listen on Spotify https://grimericacbd.com/ CBD / THC Gummies and Tinctures http://www.grimerica.ca/support https://www.patreon.com/grimerica http://www.grimericaoutlawed.ca/support www.Rokfin.com/Grimerica   Adultbrain Audiobook YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@adultbrainaudiobookpublishing https://grimericaoutlawed.ca/The newer controversial Grimerica Outlawed Grimerica Show Check out our next trip/conference/meetup - Contact at the Cabin www.contactatthecabin.com Our audio book website: www.adultbrain.ca www.grimerica.ca/shrooms and Micro Dosing Darren's book www.acanadianshame.ca Grimerica on Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-2312992 Join the chat / hangout with a bunch of fellow Grimericans Https://t.me.grimerica https://www.guilded.gg/i/EvxJ44rk The Eh- List site. Canadian Propaganda Deconstruction https://eh-list.ca/ The Eh-List YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@theeh-list?si=d_ThkEYAK6UG_hGX Leave a review on iTunes and/or Stitcher: https://itunes.apple.com/ca/podcast/grimerica-outlawed http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/grimerica-outlawed Sign up for our newsletter https://grimerica.substack.com/ SPAM Graham = and send him your synchronicities, feedback, strange experiences and psychedelic trip reports!! graham@grimerica.com InstaGRAM https://www.instagram.com/the_grimerica_show_podcast/ Tweet Darren https://twitter.com/Grimerica Can't. Darren is still deleted. Purchase swag, with partial proceeds donated to the show: www.grimerica.ca/swag Send us a postcard or letter http://www.grimerica.ca/contact/ Episode ART - Napolean Duheme's site http://www.lostbreadcomic.com/ MUSIC https://brokeforfree.bandcamp.com/ - Something Jah Felix's Site sirfelix.bandcamp.com - A Grimerica Christmas Carols

Latest Minnesota Vikings news and notes from NFL Combine! Starting with the Vikings brass comment about their commitment to JJ McCarthy; Vikings ownership tightening the financial belt; Vikings timeline to find a quarterback if they're going to replace McCarthy; The Vikings lack a Godfather; Plus other Vikings news from combing and more on Purple Daily.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If you're a woman in your late 30s, 40s, or 50s and you feel swollen, inflamed, stuck, exhausted, or like your body has completely turned against you — this series is for you. Let's be clear: This is NOT a diet episode. This is NOT food shaming. This is NOT about willpower. This is upstream endocrinology. In this episode, Dr. McCarthy explains: Why weight gain in perimenopause is not a discipline problem How estrogen dominance and low progesterone shift insulin sensitivity Why stress hormones (like cortisol) amplify fat storage How ultra-processed, hyper-palatable foods hijack your brain Why traditional diets (keto, low-fat, carnivore) often fail women The real role of insulin as a routing hormone — not just a blood sugar hormone Why GLP-1 medications can help — but shouldn't become “handcuffs” Most nutrition research was built on male physiology. You are not a small man. And it was never a fair fight.   Dr. Brendan McCarthy is the founder and Chief Medical Officer of Protea Medical Center in Arizona. With over two decades of experience, he's helped thousands of patients navigate hormonal imbalances using bioidentical HRT, nutrition, and root-cause medicine. He's also taught and mentored other physicians on integrative approaches to hormone therapy, weight loss, fertility, and more. If you're ready to take your health seriously, this podcast is a great place to start.  

IL – Father Tom McCarthy joins Patrick to discuss Listening During Lent As an Augustinian what was Pope Leo trying to say with his letter? (5:10) What prevents us from listening to God during Lent? How can we combat temptations to distractions when trying to listen to God? (13:41) what does it mean that Pope Leo says Docility is at the core of conversion? (17:02) Carol - I didn't have a way of listening, but I have one now...with Fr. McCarthy. I'm listening to him and he is phenomenal. He's humble, sort of quiet, and he's just phenomenal. So blessed in my spirit right now. Just want to say thanks for being there. (20:08) Break 1 Judy - I'm 83. Got married a long time ago. We got back from our honeymoon, and I said, 'Let's go to church.' He said we weren't going to do that. Felt cut off for the longest time. Needed a spiritual meeting and went to a Quaker meeting which is silent. Had liturgical dreams...would be in the church and dreamed in procession. Couldn't make the dream go away. Went back to episcopal church for a while and husband said we should go to Catholic church. It's been wonderful. (27:55) Leo - Listening now and my whole life. 81 and don't know what to do with the rest of my life. Talked to priests and they tell me to pray, and don't seem to get anything from it. (31:12) How does Fasting help us listen to God? (35:48) Break 2 (40:09) Fasting from Gossip? (42:32) Beth - Discerning God's will. Something I've always struggled with and felt I never got an answer. Sometimes no answer is THE answer and we expect something specific. Maybe God doesn't have that planned for us. Why doesn’t God always speak to us more clearly? Resources Listening and Fasting: Lent as a Time of Conversion https://press.vatican.va/content/salastampa/en/bollettino/pubblico/2026/02/13/260213d.html

Vikings Cast a Wide Net at QB for 2026 After Brzezinski's Combine Comments — Dave from Vikings First in SKOL recaps February 24, 2026 on this Vikings Daily Opener, news from the NFL Combine in Indianapolis, where Vikings cap/FO executive Rob Brzezinski says the team is “exploring all possibilities” to improve quarterback play in 2026 and “not ruling anything out,” signaling J.J. McCarthy is on notice despite Kevin O'Connell still calling him the franchise QB while acknowledging the timeline has changed.  The episode frames the Vikings as seeking a baseline level of competent QB play and discusses what a “wide net” could include, ranging from top-end veteran options to competition/bridge quarterbacks, naming Kyler Murray, Aaron Rodgers, a possibly retired Derek Carr, Kirk Cousins (noting potential release in Atlanta), Geno Smith, Mac Jones, Malik Willis, Anthony Richardson, and a lower tier including Marcus Mariota and Jimmy Garoppolo (with additional mentions like Spencer Rattler). Brzezinski emphasizes the team won't force a bad fit (“can't manufacture what's not there”) and is running the front office through after the draft under owner Mark Wilf, while O'Connell downplays any drama regarding the former GM now in San Francisco. Dave concludes the Vikings are being more aggressive at quarterback than since the 2009 Brett Favre move, presenting the approach as “re-arming” rather than rebuilding and inviting any potential QB to join a team featuring Justin Jefferson and a loud home stadium. 00:00 SKOL Nation Intro 01:13 Combine Bombshell 02:13 JJ On Notice 04:01 Coach Speak Reality 04:56 Top Tier Targets 06:34 Veteran Competition 08:49 Fallback Options 09:32 Front Office Power 11:15 What It Means 12:58 Rearming Finale FAN WITH US! Hosted by Dave Stefano @Luft_Krigare. Join the conversation! Fan with us at Vikings 1st & SKOL @Vikings1stSKOL and with our podcast partner Fans First Sports Network @FansFirstSN! #Vikings #VikingsDailyOpener #Vikings1st&SKOL #SKOL ____________________________________________________________ ⭐️ Subscribe to us here! - https://www.youtube.com/@vikings1stskol92 ⭐️ Our X can be found at @Vikings1stSKOL ⭐️ Our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/493z6mQXcN ⭐️ At Fans First Sports Network - https://www.ffsn.app/teams/minnesota-vikings/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Legal operations is growing fast, but there's no standardized pathway for professionals entering the field. That's the gap Colin S. McCarthy and Anne Graue are working to close with Our Legal Community (OLC). On this episode, Colin and Anne share why they created OLC—a global community focused on certification, knowledge sharing, and career growth for legal ops professionals. They pair newcomers with experienced coaches who've built legal ops programs from the ground up, creating the certification standards the industry has been missing. We also talked about AI's role in legal teams, the future of in-house legal departments, and what makes OLC different from other networking groups. If you're in legal ops or thinking about starting a legal ops function, this one's worth your time.

Minnesota Vikings buy-low candidates starting with Spencer Rattler; The Falcons are planning to release Kirk Cousins when the league year opens; What kind of quarterback are the Vikings looking for behind McCarthy; Plus, other resurgent candidates the Vikings should be interested in and more; Plus what Vikings fans should be looking for at the NFL Combine and more on Purple Daily!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Yahoo! Sports: Could the Vikings TRADE JJ McCarthy? --- A Northern Digital Production

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Vikings Combine Silence, JJ McCarthy Speculation, and 10 Prospects to Watch — Tyler Fornos and producer Dave discuss the Vikings' decision not to have Kevin O'Connell or Rob Brzezinski speak at the NFL Scouting Combine podium, noting O'Connell will still do local media sessions and comparing the approach to teams like the Rams and Jaguars. They debate the optics and value of combine media access and testing (including drills, splits, and medical checks) alongside film. They examine an O'Connell quarterback quote as potential justification for moving on from JJ McCarthy, citing O'Connell's repeated public frustration about McCarthy missing practice for the birth of his child, and discuss how new information and job pressure can shift evaluations amid expected combine-week rumors. They also flag the Broncos talking with Mike Zimmer about a senior coaching role and list 10 combine prospects to watch for Vikings interest: Jeremiyah Love, Kenyon Sadiq, KC Concepcion, Jake Slaughter, Jonah Coleman, Caleb Banks, Avieon Terrell, Jermod McCoy, Keldric Faulk, and Emmanuel McNeil-Warren. 00:00 Combine Silence Explained 01:31 Why Skip the Podium 05:24 Teams Not Speaking Trends 06:44 Media Access Debate 09:31 Is the Combine Obsolete 11:42 What Drills Really Matter 14:31 Chat Qs and 40 in Pads 16:39 Rethinking the 40 Yard Dash 20:04 Free Agency Tampering Talk 21:20 KOC Quote and JJ Future 27:05 Frustration and Mixed Signals 29:14 Changing Priors Under Pressure 32:03 QB Uncertainty and Stakes 33:45 Combine Rumors and Pressure 35:04 Mike Zimmer Broncos Buzz 35:43 How to Watch the Combine 37:19 Offense Prospects Rapid Fire 42:31 Center Spotlight Jake Slaughter 45:48 Jonah Coleman RB Stock 47:43 Defensive Targets to Watch 55:51 Safety Sleeper McNeil-Warren 59:02 Wrap Up and Final Thoughts _____________________________________________________________ ⭐️ Subscribe to us here! - https://www.youtube.com/@vikings1stskol92 ⭐️ Our Twitter can be found at @Vikings1stSKOL ⭐️ Our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/493z6mQXcN ⭐️ Tyler Forness can be read at A to Z Sports - https://atozsports.com/nfl/minnesota-vikings-news/ ⭐️ Submit questions: forms.gle/7LJkCAern9kdUkuD8 ⭐️ On Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/vikings1standskol ⭐️ Watch the live show here: https://youtu.be/cRsStE5vK1M Fan With Us!!! Tyler Forness @TheRealForno of Vikings 1st & SKOL @Vikings1stSKOL and A to Z Sports @AtoZSportsNFL, with Dave Stefano @Luft_Krigare producing this Vikings 1st & SKOL production, the @RealFornoShow. Podcasts partnered with Fans First Sports Network @FansFirstSN. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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In this episode Kyle and Chris discuss a recent interview with the Prime Minister of Greenland and Piers Morgan on the topic of potential U.S. territorial expansion. The interview served as a springboard to critique the biased, negative (and in my opinion unjustified) view the European world seems to hold of the United States and its citizens. While we consistently deflect the tropes "Americans are dumb" and "Americans think they're better than everyone else," etc., it's about time someone holds a mirror to their own ignorance...especially of American culture and government.  Next, we switch to the topic of the Cold War and the now infamous example of Jospeh McCarthy and the McCarthy hearings. We read McCarthy's 1950 speech and line-up up his critics against the reality of 2026 America to determine...was he right all along? Enjoy ;) 

5. Bunker 5: The Hiss Conviction and McCarthy's Senate Rise. Alger Hiss's perjury conviction empowered Senator McCarthy to launch an aggressive five-hour speech, fundamentally altering the political landscape by alleging widespread communist subversion in Washington. Guest: Nick Bunker.

Dan Barreiro opens the show with some Olympic men's hockey talk with the USA on the way to the Gold Medal Game against Canada on Sunday. He also outlines some (more) troubling JJ McCarthy numbers that have been recently uncovered. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Barreiro opens the show with some Olympic men's hockey talk with the USA on the way to the Gold Medal Game against Canada on Sunday. He also outlines some (more) troubling JJ McCarthy numbers that have been recently uncovered.

Dan Barreiro opens the show with some Olympic men's hockey talk with the USA on the way to the Gold Medal Game against Canada on Sunday. He also outlines some (more) troubling JJ McCarthy numbers that have been recently uncovered. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Saturday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel, host Adam Bittner and Post-Gazette Steelers insider Christopher Carter analyze the week in NFL mock draft picks for new coach Mike McCarthy's team with the NFL combine looming next week. How big of a need does defensive line remain with Cam Heyward turning 37 and Keeanu Benton facing a lot of questions. Could a player like Clemson's Peter Woods be a solid long-term running mate for Derrick Harmon up front? And what about alternatives like Caden McDonald or Lee Hunter? Our duo tackles those questions and more. -- Does Florida's Devin Moore have exactly the size and analytics profile that the Steelers tended to emphasize under Mike Tomlin? -- Would a combination of Germie Bernard and Malachi Fields work if GM Omar Khan passes on a first-round receiver? Could Fields' size and contested catch skills, plus Bernard's ability to play in the slot be exactly what McCarthy's offense needs opposite DK Metcalf? -- Is Denzel Boston still the prospect who fits best in terms of the Steelers' needs and his likely draft position? -- Is Kansas QB Jalen Daniels worth spending a pick on as a veteran QB with some mobility? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 20, 2026 - Season 16, Episode 96 of The Terrible Podcast is now in the can. In this Friday morning show, Alex Kozora and I get right into discussing the recent passing of former Pittsburgh Steelers S Mike Wagner. We pay our respects to Wagner and discuss how underrated of a player he was for the Steelers during his career. Alex and I then go over the latest reports concerning the possible return of Steelers QB Aaron Rodgers for the 2026 season. We also discuss the possible paths the Steelers might take when it comes to the quarterback position for 2026 should Rodgers ultimately decide to not re-sign this offseason. Steelers HC Mike McCarthy did a Friday morning interview with a radio station in Green Bay, so Alex and I make sure to recap the notable things he had to say about Rodgers and the team's 2026 training camp. Is it plausible that the Steelers might select an offensive lineman in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft? Alex and I tackle that question and as part of that, we discuss Penn State G Olaivavega Ioane as a very plausible option for the Steelers at 21st overall in the 2026 NFL Draft. Alex and I discuss the possibility of the Steelers trading up in the second round of the 2026 NFL Draft to select Indiana WR Omar Cooper Jr. We also go over what we know so far about Alabama QB Ty Simpson on the heels of Daniel Jeremiah of the NFL Network discussing the quarterback during his Thursday conference call with the media. Jeremiah also had a few other notable answers to questions on Thursday that Alex and I quickly go over. Our Jeremiah Pike recently completed a study of wide receivers that McCarthy has drafted since being an NFL head coach and so Alex and I go over his findings. On the heels of Alex writing about Steelers ILB Payton Wilson this past week, we discuss his concerns and future heading into 2026, which will be his third NFL season. This 89-minute episode also discusses several other minor topics not noted in the above recap and we end thus show by answering several emails we received from listeners. steelersdepot.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts with the Olympics heating up with curling, hockey and tons of other storylines. Plus some interesting numbers on Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy. 11:00: Star Tribune Wolves beat writer Chris Hine joins to set up the post-break schedule for the Wolves and talk about the return of veteran guard Mike Conley. 28:00: The Twins and Loons are so back.

Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss what a reasonable expectation is for QB Will Howard and how we got to the point where the hype is off the rails, given what the team invested in him. What is the most likely outcome? We also discuss what Mike McCarthy had to say about landing the position at his age, Aaron Rodges and the idea of the team returning to Saint Vincent College for training camp. Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Real Forno Show: JJ McCarthy Middle-of-Field Debate, Anthony Richardson Trade Prediction, and Vikings 7-Round Mock Draft — Tyler Forness and producer Dave discuss reactions to Alec Lewis's reporting about the Vikings removing most middle-of-the-field passing concepts to simplify things for QB J.J. McCarthy, arguing the line is being misinterpreted and lacks nuance because it does not mean all middle-of-field throws were eliminated. They compare the idea of simplification to Kevin O'Connell's approach with Carson Wentz and talk about concerns that someone in the building may be positioning McCarthy as a scapegoat, including speculation that some preferred keeping Sam Darnold. Forness predicts the Vikings will trade for Anthony Richardson, proposing a deal involving pick 97 and pick 161 for Richardson and pick 13, and frames it as a future camp competition between McCarthy and Richardson. The show then shifts to Forness's mock draft tracker methodology and trends from collected industry mocks, before running a seven-round Vikings mock draft after the Richardson trade. The mock includes first-round DT Caleb Banks, second-round CB Chris Johnson, RB Emmett Johnson, S Bud Clark, C Logan Jones, and late-round upside picks including EDGE Patrick Payton, FB/utility Eli Heidenreich, and TE Jare Kack, along with commentary on other prospects and positional value. 00:00 JJ McCarthy ‘Middle of the Field' Panic: What Alec Lewis Actually Reported 03:18 Why Simplifying Kevin O'Connell's Offense Can Help a Young QB 05:42 It's Not ‘Zero Middle': What Michigan Tape & NFL Examples Tell Us 07:29 Carson Wentz Comparison: When the Scheme Works but the QB Won't Pull the Trigger 09:37 Big Prediction: Vikings Trade for Anthony Richardson? (Cost, Fit, Camp Battle) 14:35 Is Someone in the Building Scapegoating McCarthy? Reporting, Sources & Sam Darnold Fallout 20:42 Pivot to the Draft: Inside Tyler's Mock Draft Tracker & ‘Wisdom of Crowds' Trends 26:42 Mock Draft Mondays Kickoff: Trading Up for Anthony Richardson 28:34 Pick #18 Debate: Caleb Banks vs. Avieon Terrell (and why not a pure nose tackle) 32:39 Round 2 Board Talk: OT Upside, Corners, and Landing on Chris Johnson 36:28 Mid-Round Targets: WR Traits, Linebacker Fits, and Choosing an Explosive RB 41:49 Day 3 Strategy: Bud Clark at Safety + Center Value with Logan Jones 44:54 Seventh-Round Fliers: Traits Bets, a Navy Swiss-Army Knife, and TE Upside 48:34 Wrap-Up: Draft Grade, What's Next in the Series, and Show Sign-Off _____________________________________________________________ ⭐️ Subscribe to us here! - https://www.youtube.com/@vikings1stskol92 ⭐️ Our Twitter can be found at @Vikings1stSKOL ⭐️ Our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/493z6mQXcN ⭐️ Tyler Forness can be read at A to Z Sports - https://atozsports.com/nfl/minnesota-vikings-news/ ⭐️ Submit questions: forms.gle/7LJkCAern9kdUkuD8 ⭐️ On Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/vikings1standskol ⭐️ Watch the live show here: https://youtu.be/z_r97ViDDeg Fan With Us!!! Tyler Forness @TheRealForno of Vikings 1st & SKOL @Vikings1stSKOL and A to Z Sports @AtoZSportsNFL, with Dave Stefano @Luft_Krigare producing this Vikings 1st & SKOL production, the @RealFornoShow. Podcasts partnered with Fans First Sports Network @FansFirstSN. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mackey and Judd dive into some Reckless Speculation topics with Doogie, including the likelihood JJ McCarthy is destined to be QB2 for the Minnesota Vikings this season. And why aren't the Vikings hiring a new GM until after the draft? Could they be waiting for someone specific?? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(1:00) CeeDee Lamb on why he has unfinished business with George Pickens(13:00) Justin Jefferson on his message to his embattled QB, J.J. McCarthy(22:00) Amon-Ra St. Brown critiques Florio's dance moves(38:25) Bijan Robinson on how special the Falcons offense can be with new head coach Kevin Stefanski(49:30) Fred Warner’s expectations with new DC Raheem MorrisSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Maller talks about the Seahawks deciding not to franchise tag Kenneth Walker, the temperature in the room surrounding C.J. Stroud with the Texans, reports that the Vikings are cutting down the playbook for J.J. McCarthy, Maller to the Third Degree, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a Write That Down Wednesday! The boys make predictions about the 2026 Minnesota Vikings offseason, regular season and beyond! Positive Phil barrels in to shine a light on JJ McCarthy, Justin Jefferson and TJ Hockenson. Plus, more negative reports about JJ McCarthy's standing with the Vikings organization and coaching staff. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ann explains the reason she said a few years ago that former Senator Joseph McCarthy gets a bad rap. Former President Bill Clinton has historically invoked it as a negative benchmark for political attacks, labeling aggressive, partisan, or smear-based tactics as "McCarthyism." He notably used this comparison to criticize Republicans in 1992, 2012, and 2026 and make them look bad. Ann wrote about all this and explained in detail what she saw and meant about how Bill Clinton navigated his political career to bash McCarthy's actions and put him as the reason Republicans are the way they are today.

Our Charity Auction winner for hunger, Irving Goldfarb, joined Mark in the studio to discuss his business and the aspirations of Mark's show. Rosie O'Donnell has come back to the USA after she said she wasn't, due to President Trump, and came to visit her family. The John F. Kennedy Jr. miniseries is performing well with viewers. Mark takes your calls! Mark interviews author Ann Coulter. Ann explains the reason she said a few years ago that former Senator Joseph McCarthy gets a bad rap. Former President Bill Clinton has historically invoked it as a negative benchmark for political attacks, labeling aggressive, partisan, or smear-based tactics as "McCarthyism." He notably used this comparison to criticize Republicans in 1992, 2012, and 2026 and make them look bad. Ann wrote about all this and explained in detail what she saw and meant about how Bill Clinton navigated his political career to bash McCarthy's actions and put him as the reason Republicans are the way they are today.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani's speech about balancing NYC's budget raised a lot of eyebrows when Zohran Mamdani mentioned a default plan that would include raising property taxes for middle-class New Yorkers if his original plan to tax the wealthy doesn't go through. Late-night host Stephen Colbert went on a rant at CBS for canning an interview with Trump critic James Talarico. Mark interviews Boston radio host Howie Carr. Howie begins by arguing that the Obama Administration was a massive failure. Mark and Howie analyze how the Clintons are reacting to the files and also how the testimony could go. Our Charity Auction winner for hunger, Irving Goldfarb, joined Mark in the studio to discuss his business and the aspirations of Mark's show. Rosie O'Donnell has come back to the USA after she said she wasn't, due to President Trump, and came to visit her family. The John F. Kennedy Jr. miniseries is performing well with viewers. Mark interviews author Ann Coulter. Ann explains the reason she said a few years ago that former Senator Joseph McCarthy gets a bad rap. Former President Bill Clinton has historically invoked it as a negative benchmark for political attacks, labeling aggressive, partisan, or smear-based tactics as "McCarthyism." He notably used this comparison to criticize Republicans in 1992, 2012, and 2026 and make them look bad. Ann wrote about all this and explained in detail what she saw and meant about how Bill Clinton navigated his political career to bash McCarthy's actions and put him as the reason Republicans are the way they are today.

Ann explains the reason she said a few years ago that former Senator Joseph McCarthy gets a bad rap. Former President Bill Clinton has historically invoked it as a negative benchmark for political attacks, labeling aggressive, partisan, or smear-based tactics as "McCarthyism." He notably used this comparison to criticize Republicans in 1992, 2012, and 2026 and make them look bad. Ann wrote about all this and explained in detail what she saw and meant about how Bill Clinton navigated his political career to bash McCarthy's actions and put him as the reason Republicans are the way they are today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our Charity Auction winner for hunger, Irving Goldfarb from NJ, joined Mark in the studio to discuss his business and the aspirations of Mark's show. Rosie O'Donnell has come back to the USA after she said she wasn't, due to President Trump, and came to visit her family. The John F. Kennedy Jr. miniseries is performing well with viewers. Mark takes your calls! Mark interviews author Ann Coulter. Ann explains the reason she said a few years ago that former Senator Joseph McCarthy gets a bad rap. Former President Bill Clinton has historically invoked it as a negative benchmark for political attacks, labeling aggressive, partisan, or smear-based tactics as "McCarthyism." He notably used this comparison to criticize Republicans in 1992, 2012, and 2026 and make them look bad. Ann wrote about all this and explained in detail what she saw and meant about how Bill Clinton navigated his political career to bash McCarthy's actions and put him as the reason Republicans are the way they are today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani's speech about balancing NYC's budget raised a lot of eyebrows when Zohran Mamdani mentioned a default plan that would include raising property taxes for middle-class New Yorkers if his original plan to tax the wealthy doesn't go through. Late-night host Stephen Colbert went on a rant at CBS for canning an interview with Trump critic James Talarico. Mark interviews Boston radio host Howie Carr. Howie begins by arguing that the Obama Administration was a massive failure. Mark and Howie analyze how the Clintons are reacting to the files and also how the testimony could go. Our Charity Auction winner for hunger, Irving Goldfarb from NJ, joined Mark in the studio to discuss his business and the aspirations of Mark's show. Rosie O'Donnell has come back to the USA after she said she wasn't, due to President Trump, and came to visit her family. The John F. Kennedy Jr. miniseries is performing well with viewers. Mark interviews author Ann Coulter. Ann explains the reason she said a few years ago that former Senator Joseph McCarthy gets a bad rap. Former President Bill Clinton has historically invoked it as a negative benchmark for political attacks, labeling aggressive, partisan, or smear-based tactics as "McCarthyism." He notably used this comparison to criticize Republicans in 1992, 2012, and 2026 and make them look bad. Ann wrote about all this and explained in detail what she saw and meant about how Bill Clinton navigated his political career to bash McCarthy's actions and put him as the reason Republicans are the way they are today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In this final episode of the Progesterone Promise series, Dr. Brendan McCarthy, Chief Medical Officer of Protea Medical Center, breaks down one of the most misunderstood hormones in women's health: progesterone. Progesterone is not “good” or “bad.” It's contextual. In today's world of quick sound bites and social media medicine, hormones are often reduced to oversimplified claims like “progesterone fixes anxiety” or “progesterone causes breast cancer.” The truth? It depends on your body, your stress levels, your liver health, your inflammation, your delivery method, and whether you're using bioidentical progesterone or synthetic progestins.   Citations: 1. Oral Progesterone → First-Pass Metabolism & Allopregnanolone Claim: Oral micronized progesterone undergoes significant hepatic first-pass metabolism, increasing neuroactive metabolites (especially allopregnanolone), which positively modulate GABA-A receptors and produce sedative/anxiolytic effects. Core Evidence: Simon et al., 1993; de Lignières et al., 1995; Freeman et al., 1990 — Oral progesterone produces measurable neuroactive metabolites. Paul & Purdy, 1992; Rupprecht et al., 2001 — Allopregnanolone enhances GABA-A receptor activity. Supports: Sedation variability by route • Neurosteroid generation • GABA-A modulation 2. Sulfation vs 5α-Reduction → Opposing Neurologic Effects Claim: Progesterone metabolites can produce calming (5α-reduced) or excitatory (sulfated) neurologic effects depending on enzyme routing. Core Evidence: Majewska et al., 1990 — Pregnenolone sulfate negatively modulates GABA-A. Wu et al., 1991 — Sulfated neurosteroids enhance NMDA signaling. Schumacher et al., 2007; Reddy, 2010 — Pathway reviews of sulfation vs 5α-reduction. Supports: Reverse responding hypothesis • Divergent neurologic experiences • Enzyme-dependent effects 3. Stress & Enzyme Modulation Claim: Chronic stress alters HPA axis tone and hepatic enzyme expression, influencing steroid metabolism balance. Core Evidence: McEwen, 1998 — Allostatic load model. Charmandari et al., 2005 — Cortisol's systemic regulatory effects. Zanger & Schwab, 2013; Gibson & Skett, 2001 — Stress alters cytochrome P450 expression. Supports: Stress-biased metabolism • Context-dependent hormone response 4. Breast Tissue Signaling & Context Claim: Progesterone influences mammary differentiation and interacts with estrogen signaling in context-dependent ways. Core Evidence: Brisken & O'Malley, 2010 — Progesterone receptor biology in breast tissue. Beleut et al., 2010 — RANKL mediates progesterone-driven proliferation. Hofseth et al., 1999 — PR-ER signaling interaction. Stanczyk & Bhavnani, 2014 — Natural vs synthetic differences in breast effects. Supports: Lobuloalveolar differentiation • RANKL pathway • Context-dependent proliferation 5. Synthetic Progestins vs Bioidentical Progesterone Claim: Synthetic progestins differ structurally and bind off-target receptors, producing distinct tissue effects. Core Evidence: Stanczyk et al., 2013 — Receptor binding differences. Sitruk-Ware, 2004 — Biologic comparisons. Chlebowski et al., 2003 (WHI) — Breast cancer signal with CEE + MPA. Supports: Structural divergence • Receptor-level differences • WHI clarification 6. Route of Delivery Differences Claim: Oral, vaginal, transdermal, and sublingual progesterone produce distinct pharmacokinetic profiles and tissue targeting. Core Evidence: Simon, 1995 — Oral vs vaginal PK comparison. Cicinelli et al., 2000 — “First uterine pass effect.” Wren et al., 2003 — Route-dependent systemic levels. Supports: Uterine targeting • Neurosteroid variability • Sedation differences 7. Progesterone, PMS & Migraine Claim: Neurosteroid fluctuations influence GABAergic tone and may contribute to PMS and migraine susceptibility. Core Evidence: Backstrom et al., 2011 — Allopregnanolone fluctuations in PMS. Reddy & Rogawski, 2002 — Neurosteroids and seizure threshold. Martin & Behbehani, 2001 — Hormonal fluctuations and migraine. Supports: Luteal neurosteroid shifts • GABA instability • Migraine association   Dr. Brendan McCarthy is the founder and Chief Medical Officer of Protea Medical Center in Arizona. With over two decades of experience, he's helped thousands of patients navigate hormonal imbalances using bioidentical HRT, nutrition, and root-cause medicine. He's also taught and mentored other physicians on integrative approaches to hormone therapy, weight loss, fertility, and more. If you're ready to take your health seriously, this podcast is a great place to start.  

Join me as I welcome historian and media literacy expert Dr. Vaughn Joy to discuss her book Selling Out Santa: Hollywood Christmas Films in the Age of McCarthy. The book explores the evolution of Christmas films during the post-war era, paying close attention to the years 1945-1961. Join us as we explore the significance of Christmas as a cultural lens, the impact of the HUAC investigations on Hollywood storytelling, and the contrast in career trajectories of two iconic directors Frank Capra and Walt Disney. When you are finished with this episode, be sure to pick up a copy of the book for free through open access or via my bookshop.org affiliate shop. And be sure to subscribe to Black and White and Read All Over for Dr. Joy's Review Roulette and so much more!  Support the show

Thor and AJ discuss the recent trade idea of ESPN's Bill Barnwell that sends JJ McCarthy to San Francisco, pus a 7-round mock challenge that makes Thor trade out of the 1st round entirely!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.