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Join Izzy and Solomon for an extraordinary conversation with John, a Yemeni ex-Muslim who left Islam at the heart of Mecca, and Emma from Open Doors UK, as they unpack what it truly costs to follow Jesus in the world's most dangerous places. This episode dives deep into the 2025 World Watch List, revealing where faith costs the most—and why 388 million Christians around the world are paying a high price for following Jesus. Discover John's radical testimony of growing up as a devoted Muslim in Yemen, travelling to Mecca with his family, and rejecting Islam at the holiest site in the Islamic world. We'll also explore practical ways to stand with the persecuted church: pray for the World Watch List countries, love Muslims around you with the truth that God is love, read your Bible and don't take freedom for granted. EXPLORE THE WORLD WATCH LIST: https://www.opendoorsuk.org/persecution/ FOLLOW OPEN DOORS UK: https://www.instagram.com/opendoorsuk/ FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thewayuk/ FOLLOW US ON TIK TOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewayuk/ Want to know more? Find a church that has things happening for young people. Visit https://achurchnearyou.com/youth/ [In partnership with CofE Digital Projects]
In this episode of Hip Hop What IFS, we dive deep into a pivotal cultural debate: why didn't Houston become the permanent "Mecca" of hip hop instead of Atlanta? We are joined by Houston resident and hip hop head Cornelius Anthony to break down the massive legacy of the city's pioneers. We discuss how J. Prince and Rap-A-Lot Records established the blueprint for Southern dominance with the Geto Boys, featuring legends like Scarface, Willie D, and the late Bushwick Bill. The conversation explores the city's unique independent spirit, from the "Screwed Up Clique" led by the iconic DJ Screw to the mid-2000s explosion of Swisher House stars like Mike Jones, Paul Wall, and Slim Thug, and the early groundwork laid by Bun B and Pimp C of UGK. We also address the tragic reality of Houston's "Gift and a Curse"—the untimely loss of several legends in their prime, including Fat Pat, Big Hawk, Big Mo, and Pimp C, and how those losses impacted the city's national momentum. The episode highlights Houston's unmatched independent hustle, noting that while Atlanta artists often sought corporate deals with LaFace or So So Def, Houston artists like Z-Ro, Lil' Keke, and Sauce Walka prioritized local dominance and ownership. Finally, we look at how the torch is being carried today by global superstars like Travis Scott and Megan Thee Stallion, while local favorites like Propane, Lil' Mario, and Quiet Money continue to keep the original Houston sound alive. Subscribe to the SOLC Network for more deep dives into the stories and "what ifs" that shaped the rap game! Email the show at hiphopwhatif@gmail.com Follow SOLC Network online Instagram: https://bit.ly/39VL542 Twitter: https://bit.ly/39aL395 Facebook: https://bit.ly/3sQn7je To Listen to the podcast Podbean https://bit.ly/3t7SDJH YouTube http://bit.ly/3ouZqJU Spotify http://spoti.fi/3pwZZnJ Apple http://apple.co/39rwjD1 IHeartRadio http://ihr.fm/2L0A2y
The conversation covers the historical emergence of Algeria as a political and territorial unit, starting in the Ottoman period in the 16th century. Key pivotal moments in Algerian history are highlighted, including French colonialism beginning in 1830, which led to a settler colonial project, the rise of the modern mass nationalist movement in the interwar period, the War of National Liberation (1954–1962), and the decade of violence in the 1990s. The latter half of the conversation focuses on the "Worlds of Islam," emphasizing a polycentric history with no single center. A historian, professor at the University of Oxford, and author of books "A History of Algeria" and "The Worlds of Islam: A Global History", James McDougall details the diverse "technologies" of Islam's spread, including its compelling initial mission, the appeal of social mobility for non-Arabs, trade networks, and the influence of Sufism. He also discusses the historical roots of Islamophobia, which is traced to the 19th-century colonial moment. He discusses why he was drawn to studying Algeria, a country he notes is often ignored in Middle East studies and is known as "the land of a million martyrs" for its iconic history of resistance to colonialism. 0:00 Introduction2:08 Intellectual Curiosity and Addressing Poor Understanding of the Region7:37 When Did Algeria Begin to Exist? Debunking the Colonial Narrative12:38 Pivotal Moments in Algerian History13:48 The Ottoman Period (16th–19th Century) and Connection to the Levant16:29 Settler Colonialism Under the French (1830 Onwards)19:46 The War of National Liberation (1954–1962)20:41 The Violence of the 1990s21:35 Is the War of Independence Connected to the 1990s Civil Strife?23:34 The Legacy of French Colonial Misunderstanding and Racism31:27 Algeria as an Anti-Colonial Symbol Across the Arab World32:18 Leadership of the Algerian Revolution38:37 The Worlds of Islam: A Polycentric Global History46:05 Technologies of Islam's Spread49:18 Muslims as a Minority in the Middle East After the Early Conquests53:15 Why Islam Did Not Spread Everywhere Earlier55:20 The Historical Development of IslamophobiaReadings on Global history and Islamic history:Josephine Quinn, How the World Made the West: A 4000 Year History (2024)Cemil Aydin, The Idea of the Muslim World: A Global Intellectual History (2017) Readings on Algeria:Natalya Vince, The Algerian War, the Algerian Revolution (2020)Malika Rahal, Algérie 1962, une histoire populaire (2022)Jeffrey James Byrne, Mecca of Revolution: Algeria, Decolonization, and the Third World Order (2016)Thomas Serres, The Suspended Disaster: Governing by Crisis in Bouteflika's Algeria (2023)Muriam Haleh Davis, Markets of Civilization: Islam and Racial Capitalism in Algeria (2022)Christopher Silver, Recording History: Jews, Muslims and Music across 20th century North Africa (2022)Sara Rahnema, The Future is Feminist: Women and Social Change in Interwar Algeria (2023) Arthur Asseraf, Electric News in Colonial Algeria (2019) James Robert McDougall is a British historian and Professor of Modern and Contemporary History at the University of Oxford and Laithwaite Fellow in History at Trinity College, Oxford. His research mainly addresses the modern and contemporary Mediterranean; Middle Eastern, African and Islamic history, especially Algeria, Tunisia, and Morocco, but also the history of European imperialism in the Arab world, modern Arab intellectual and political history, and the global history of Islam since c.1700; the French colonial empire in Africa; the Sahara; nationalism and revolutionary movements in Asia and Africa; comparative imperial history; historiography and critical theory. Hosted by: Mikey Muhanna
How to stop spending money on dumb sh*t, a time management formula that'll blow ya mind & why we're ditching New Year's Resolutions in 2026. Plus, Hailey Bieber's brand Rhode is finally coming to Australia & we unpack the MECCA drama you've seen all over your FYP this week.
Is your foundation actually settling into your pores, or are you just using it all wrong? Kelly and Amy are back for 2026 to rescue your routine from the "crusty" depths, starting with a foundation hack that doubles as a full-body airbrusher for your limbs. We’re deep-diving into the lip stains that won't leave your pout feeling like actual cardboard, the color-depositing masks that save lackluster hair, and the summer habits we’re refusing to quit. Whether you're trying to look less "corpsey" or just want a base that survives the humidity, consider this your official beauty reset. Plus, in The Beauty Edit we dive into the "Halo Lip" trend, the Hollywood MUA everyone is stalking, and why Mecca is taking over the Australian Open! EVERYTHING MENTIONED: Read Amy's, 'I read 78 "basic bitch" books in 2025. There are only a few I can't stop thinking about.' Here. Estée Lauder Double Wear Sheer Long-Wear Makeup, $79. IT Cosmetics Your Skin But Better CC+ Cream SPF50, $82. MECCA MAX Life Proof Satin Blur Foundation, $38. MCoBeauty Illuminating CC Cream, $28. Maybelline Superstay Lumi Matte 30H Liquid Foundation, $34.99. The Ordinary Serum Foundation, $12.70 L'Oréal Paris True Match Nude Plumping Tinted Serum, $44.99. Revlon Illuminance Tinted Serum, $19.99. Holme Beauty Lip Lock, $42. Sephora Collection Soft Matte Easy Lip Stain (matte), $26. Maybelline Superstay Vinyl Ink Longwear Liquid Lipstick, $26. Smashbox Always On Liquid Lipstick, $47. M·A·C Cosmetics Velvet Blur Slim Stick Lipstick (powder kiss), $49. NYX Fat Oil Lip Drip Newsfeed, $17.99. Glossier Ultralip High Shine Lipstick with Hyaluronic Acid, $38. Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour® Cream Lip Protectant Stick Sheer, $37 Dior Addict Lip Glow 48-Hour Hydrating Lip Balm, $65. Christophe Robin Shade Variation Care - Chic Copper 250ml, $67. Goldwell Dualsenses Color Revive Conditioner, $44. Josh Wood Colour Hair Glosses, $46. GET IN TOUCH: Watch & Subscribe on YouTube – Our Q&A episode drops tonight at 7pm! Catch it here. Follow us on Instagram: @youbeautypodcast Follow us on TikTok: @youbeautypod Join our You Beauty Facebook Group here For our product recommendations, exclusive beauty news, reviews, articles, deals and much more - sign up for our free You Beauty weekly newsletter here Got a beauty question you want answered? Email us at youbeauty@mamamia.com.au or send us a voice note on Instagram! CREDITS: Hosts: Amy Clark & Kelly McCarren The Beauty Edit Hosts: Cass Green & Mollie Harwood Producer: Sophie Campbell Audio Producer: Tegan Sadler Video Producer: Artemi Kokkaris Just so you know — some of the links in these notes are affiliate links, which means we might earn a small commission if you buy through them. It doesn’t cost you anything extra, and it helps support the show. Happy shopping! Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dave Palumbo and Chris Aceto reunite for an all-new episode of Heavy Muscle Radio, bodybuilding's longest running weekly podcast. Chris returns from his vacation in Puerto Rico, and talks about why PR is amazing (and why he would potentially move there). Chris talks about his time at Gold's Gym Venice, where he earned the nickname "The Technician" - and all that went into his 15 hour days at bodybuilding's hardcore Mecca of the 90's. Plus, Dave and Chris discuss who would be in their top-10 of bodybuilders of the last decade, and why the mentality of the likes of Phil Heath and Jay Cutler truly set them apart from the rest. It's Heavy Muscle Radio, on RXMuscle
Dr. Ahmed Joktan is a medical doctor who turned evangelist. His father is a mufti in Mecca, Saudi Arabia. Once set to bring jihad to the world, he came to know Jesus Christ as Savior and wants to bring true peace in Jesus to Muslims and lost people everywhere. Five times he faced death, but God spared him so that he could tell Muslims and lost people worldwide about how Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life. Our other guest, Matthew Black, is a pastor who played a key role in the life of this Saudi physician.Become a Parshall Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/inthemarket/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
You get the sack.You get the sack.Everybody gets sacked.In this week's episode of Mecca of Banter, the boys unpack one of the most chaotic weeks in recent football memory. With Enzo Maresca sacked at Chelsea and Rúben Amorim gone at Manchester United, the conversation spirals into ownership dysfunction, club identity crises, and the growing feeling of apathy among fans who have seen this movie before.We dig into why these sackings weren't really about results, how control from the top is suffocating managers, and why the modern “head coach, not manager” era might be breaking football. From Chelsea's revolving door and yes-man culture, to United's fractured identity post-Ferguson, to the obsession with data over DNA, nothing is spared.There's anger.There's dark humor.There's resignation.And somehow… there's still football to be played.If you're a fan of Chelsea, Manchester United, or just chaos in general — this one's for you.Keywords: Premier League podcast, managerial sackings, Chelsea, Manchester United, club ownership, football identity, coaching chaos, Mecca of Banter, Maesca, AmorimChapters00:00 – Everybody gets sacked02:32 – Why these sackings weren't about results05:11 – Control vs trust in modern football08:00 – Chelsea's endless cycle11:02 – The “head coach” era problem13:55 – Why stability actually matters22:19 – The Maresca fallout23:50 – Amorim reaction & United shock27:23 – Manchester United's identity crisis31:19 – Ownership incompetence35:14 – What comes next for both clubs38:38 – Data obsession vs club DNA44:25 – Weekend results context47:32 – Player performances & frustration50:49 – Winning ugly vs winning right56:09 – Tactical identity breakdown01:01:35 – Chelsea reflections01:05:29 – Looking ahead (if anyone survives)Premier League, Premier League podcast, football podcast, soccer podcast, managerial sackings, football chaos, Chelsea FC, Manchester United, MUFC, Enzo Maresca, Ruben Amorim, club ownership, football management, coaching changes, head coach era, club identity football, Premier League analysis, fan frustration, football banter, Mecca of Banter, soccer YouTube, American soccer podcast, football discussion
Uber helicopters?! Robot cars?! Bad tattoos?! Hosts Tahir Moore and Patrick Cloud sit down with special guests from the Unhinged & Immoral Podcast to break down: Uber's plan to add helicopters and seaplanes Waymo driverless cars and whether they're actually safer A wild LA night that ended in tattoos The pettiest reasons people unfollow each other Insane internet crime stories you won't believe This episode is funny, chaotic, and exactly why the internet cannot be trusted.
Of all the world's Muslim communities, the multiethnic Muslims of China are perhaps the least known, as though secluded by a Great Wall of linguistic, geographical and political dimensions. Yet preserved in mosques and shrines across the whole length of China—as well as India and Thailand —are manuscripts, woodblock prints and lithographs that reveal the interconnections of China's Muslims with their coreligionists in other parts of Asia. In this episode, we travel far and wide by following these books and their authors from Nanjing and Xinjiang to Kanpur, Sri Lanka and Mecca. We learn about such influential figures as Wang Daiyu (c.1570-1660) and Ma Lianyuan (1842-1903), who not only wrote books in Chinese and Persian but also pioneered the development of Muslim printing. We also see how their teachings and travels linked China's Muslims to various regions of Asia beyond that illusory Great Wall. Nile Green talks to Rian Thum, author of Islamic China: An Asian History (Harvard University Press, 2025).
Episode 101. We go to Mecca, the shop where the first ever body dropped truck east of the Mississippi River was built. Casey Hardin's shop in Clearfield, Ky. Join us.
Festive Footy | Mecca of BanterThe festive period never disappoints—on or off the pitch.In this episode of Mecca of Banter, the boys embrace the holiday chaos and break down a packed run of festive fixtures across the Premier League. From Manchester United's gritty win and tactical tweaks under Ruben Amorim, to Chelsea's frustrating collapse against an in-form Aston Villa, to growing concerns around Brentford and Thomas Frank, nothing is spared.We dig into lineup decisions, second-half management, youth performances, and why some teams look energized while others feel completely lifeless. Aston Villa's title buzz gets put under the microscope, Chelsea's identity issues resurface, and United fans find themselves cautiously optimistic—again.The conversation also takes a global turn with AFCON kicking off, why it matters more than people realize, and how missing players could swing the Premier League table over the next few weeks. Equal parts tactical breakdown, supporter therapy session, and holiday banter—this one's a fun watch.Keywords: Premier League podcast, Manchester United, Chelsea, Aston Villa, festive fixtures, AFCON, football tactics, soccer fandom, Mecca of Banter 00:00 – Holiday chaos & festive vibes02:45 – Manchester United tactical shift & key performances05:37 – Chelsea vs Aston Villa: what went wrong08:33 – Tactical analysis & game management11:28 – Managerial decisions under pressure14:30 – What's coming next in the festive schedule25:16 – AFCON absences & squad impact28:26 – Player performances & expectations31:19 – Is Aston Villa a real title threat?33:58 – Brentford & Thomas Frank under scrutiny39:53 – Upcoming matches & AFCON storylinesPremier League, Premier League podcast, football podcast, soccer podcast, Mecca of Banter, festive fixtures, festive footy, Manchester United, Man United podcast, MUFC, Chelsea FC, Aston Villa, Brentford FC, Thomas Frank, Ruben Amorim, AFCON, AFCON 2025, African Cup of Nations, Premier League analysis, football tactics, soccer tactics, fan reactions football, soccer fandom, holiday football, Boxing Day football, Premier League discussion, football banter, soccer YouTube, American soccer podcast
WiscoJazz-Cast Episode 242 mixed by dj lukewarm Episode Two Hundred and Forty Two features my top tracks of 2025... 01 - Jonny Nash - Bright Belief [Melody As Truth] 02 - Common Saints - Supernova [Starsonics] 03 - Mark Barrott - The Light Is Still There (Peter Sandberg Remix) [Anjunachill] 04 - Adrian Sherwood - The Collapse Of Everything [On-U Sound] 05 - Stick Figure - Sticks and Stones [Ruffwood Records] 06 - Niles Philips - Shadow of the Observer [Timewarp Music] 07 - Flying Vipers - Existential Dread at the Controls [Easy Star Records] 08 - Lakes & Fires - Lakes & Fires [Good Buzz] 09 - Santino Surfers - Goodnight Mr. Racoon [Music For Dreams] 10 - Hermanos Gutiérrez feat. Leon Bridges - Elegantly Wasted [Easy Eye Sound] 11 - Bonobo - Hearts [Ninja Tune] 12 - Everything Is Recorded & Sampha & Laura Groves & Rickey Washington feat. Alabaster DePlume - My And Me [XL Recordings] 13 - Bon Iver - If Only I Could Wait [Jagjaguwar] 14 - Madison McFerrin - blue 15 - Adrian Quesada feat. Mireya Ramos - Cuatro Vidas [ATO Records] 16 - Amber Mark - Cherry Reds [PMR] 17 - El Michels Affair - Clean The Line [Big Crown] 18 - Nightmares On Wax, Yasiin Bey, & Mos Def - Bang Bien [Warp] 19 - Arooj Aftab & Khruangbin - raat ki rani (Khruangbin Remix) [Verve] 20 - Subnesia - New York to Japan [Music for Dreams] 21 - Eric Hilton - Life (In The Deep End) [Monserrat House] 22 - Mecca:83 - The Light Inside [Rockwell Product Shop] 23 - Vanilla - Remember When [Vinyl Digital] 24 - Sekou - Catching Bodies [Universal Music Group] 25 - St. Paul & The Broken Bones - Fall Moon [Oasis Pizza Records] 26 - Loaded Honey - Don't Speak [Vetra Records] 27 - Tame Impala - Piece Of Heaven [Columbia] 28 - Maribou State - Blackoak [Ninja Tune] 29 - Sia- Solsbury Hill (lukewarm edit) [Monkey Puzzle Music] 30 - Jon Batiste - Pinnacle [Verve] 31 - Sault - KTYWS (Know That You Wil Survive) (MM Redrum Edit) [Forever Living Originals] 32 - Nate Smith feat. Lalah Hathaway - Automatic [Believe] 33 - Leisure - Missing You [Nettwerk] 34 - Arc De Soleil - Riders Of The Moon [Maison Arts] 35 - Pig&Dan - I Feel it [Café del Mar Music] 36 - Proff - Love On A Real Train (Tangerine Dream Cover (Downtempo Mix)) [Anjunachill] 37 - Barry Can't Swim feat. O'Flynn - Kimpton [Ninja Tune] 38 - Booka Shade - Broken Glass [Blaufield Music] 39 - Jono McCleery - Save Me [Blaufield Music] 40 - Parcels - Tobeloved [Because Music] 41 - Bonobo - Hapuna [Ninja Tune] 42 - Common Saints - Equinox [Starsonics] 43 - Khruangbin - White Gloves ii [Dead Oceans] 44 - Jacob Collier - Something Heavy [Decca] Hope you enjoy. -dj lukewarm https://linktr.ee/djlukewarm http://djlukewarm.com http://hearthis.at/djlukewarm http://www.mixcloud.com/djlukewarm http://djlukewarm.podomatic.com https://soundcloud.com/wiscojazz http://www.youtube.com/WiscoJazzCast RSS: http://djlukewarm.podomatic.com/rss2.xml Photo by Moritz Knöringer on Unsplash
In this final episode of Speaking Sidemount for 2025, brought to you by XDEEP, Steve Davis sits down with Omar Derbala, a technical and CCR instructor born and raised in Dahab, one of the most iconic and influential technical diving locations in the world.Omar quite literally grew up in a dive centre, surrounded by technical divers from an early age. This upbringing shaped his calm, precise, and disciplined approach to diving and teaching.In this conversation, we explore:What it's like to grow up diving in DahabWhy Dahab remains a global hub for technical divingOmar's transition from open-circuit sidemount to CCRWhy the KISS Sidewinder became his rebreather of choiceTraining and mentorship under Jacek Konikowski and Patrick WidmannSafety culture, humility, and mindset in high-level technical divingThis episode is a deep and thoughtful discussion about the environment, equipment, training philosophy, and what truly matters as a technical diver — and a fitting way to close out a fantastic year for Speaking Sidemount.
Senior Editor Kelvin Kately sits down with one of the most popular pro wrestling stars on the planet in TNA Wrestling's Mike Santana. Born Nasty chats about the new AMC deal, the January 15th premiere in Dallas, TX, Genesis, TNA Immersed & More!! Powered by Twisted Shamrock Studios & Spa As Always The BCP is brought to you by our FAVORITE store, Funkenstein Wrestling Superstore located in The Englishtown Flea Market (NJ) from 8 am -3pm Sat & Sunday and online. Get your favorite wrestling merch, retro games, ninja turtles, Ghostbusters, and so much more!! Please welcome in our NEW sponsor, MANIA CLUB . Established in 2015, MANIA CLUB is a WWE recognized community for fans with an eclectic love for both the world of professional wrestling and raising money for Connors Cure. During WrestleMania weekend, we host the official Tailgate of WrestleMania while also celebrating Connor Michalek. They are the single largest donor within the V Foundation for Connors Cure with over $150K raised! 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On this episode of HALO Talks, host Pete Moore welcomes industry veteran Steve Roderick, the man behind Bozeman, Montana's Ridge Athletic. Steve began his career in the HALO sector serendipitously—thanks to a chance encounter in a Wyoming bar—Roderick talks about how his love for athletics fueled his vision to elevate community health and wellness. From building the Ridge from the ground up to navigating the constantly evolving landscape of Bozeman, he reflects on the importance of creating a multi-generational, welcoming environment, his strategies for growth, and the value of relationships—both inside the club and across the industry. Whether you're an entrepreneur, an operator, or a passionate member of the HALO sector, Steve's story is packed with insights on building culture, driving community impact, and staying ahead through collaboration. When it comes to the secret of building out a great team Roderick jokes, "If you're gonna run a business, the thing you need to do is hire people smarter than you. And I said, 'Well, that's gonna be easy!'" Key themes discussed Origins and evolution of Ridge Athletic. Strategic location and real estate development. Building brand equity and community presence. Facility design and member demo. Growth of Bozeman and regional opportunities. Creating strong company culture and staff retention. Importance of networking and industry learning. A Few Key Takeaways: 1.Building from the Ground Up and Taking Risks: Roderick got his (very) unexpected start in the fitness club business when he was literally handed the keys to a 30,000 square foot facility in Wyoming that was going out of business. He didn't know much about running a gym but dove in, learned quickly, and eventually built his own fitness center from scratch in Bozeman. 2. The Importance of Location and Vision: When developing Ridge Athletic, Steve chose a piece of land on the outskirts of Bozeman, trusting that the community would eventually grow around the facility. Over time, his vision proved spot-on, with Bozeman's expansion making The Ridge a hub of activity and fitness in the center of town. 3. Community and Brand Equity: Maintaining both a main facility and a satellite downtown location allowed The Ridge to reach diverse demographics and reinforce its presence. Steve recognized the value of building relationships in the business district while also expanding with a larger, flagship facility. 4. Creating a Welcoming Culture for Staff and Members: A key to The Ridge's success is the positive, team-driven culture Steve built for both employees and members. He focuses on hiring people who are passionate and smarter than himself, fostering an environment where staff feel respected and motivated, which translates to a better experience for members. 5. Catering to All Ages and Building for the Future: The Ridge is intentionally inclusive, offering programs and spaces for everyone—from children to seniors. He emphasizes that creating meaningful programming for kids encourages family memberships and helps foster lifelong fitness habits. He also stresses the need for continued professional growth and industry connection, citing the value of mastermind groups like REX Roundtable. Resources: Steve Roderick: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-roderick-735133b3 Ridge Athletic Club: https://ridgeathletic.com/ REX Roundtables: https://www.rexroundtables.com Integrity Square: https://www.integritysq.com Prospect Wizard: https://www.theprospectwizard.com Promotion Vault: https://www.promotionvault.com HigherDose: https://www.higherdose.com
The Roller Coaster of Soccer Fandom | Mecca of BanterBeing a soccer fan means choosing chaos—every single week.In this episode of Mecca of Banter, the lads lean fully into the emotional grind of fandom. From St. Louis City's latest coaching hire and ongoing roster concerns, to Manchester United battling injuries, youth growing pains, and tactical questions, this one is raw, honest, and very on-brand.We break down what “alignment” really means for STL City, why the squad construction is still miles off, and what a possession-based vision actually requires to work. Across the pond, we dive into Chelsea's tale of two halves, Liverpool vs Tottenham controversy, Arsenal's shaky grind, and United's encouraging-but-frustrating loss—including youth debuts, midfield chaos, and leadership questions without Bruno Fernandes.It's part therapy session, part tactical breakdown, and part group chat energy. This is what soccer fandom really feels like.Keywords: soccer podcast, football fandom, Premier League, Manchester United, St. Louis City SC, coaching changes, tactics, injuries, youth development, fan reactions 00:00 – Intro & miserable soccer supporter energy01:48 – The emotional reality of fandom02:49 – St. Louis City coaching change breakdown08:12 – Alignment, tactics & possession philosophy13:29 – Roster gaps, squad depth & recruitment needs19:01 – Why injuries derail seasons22:27 – Talent, trust & youth pathways23:02 – Chelsea at St. James' Park: two halves, one point27:13 – Garnacho frustration & decision-making30:11 – Liverpool vs Tottenham controversy36:29 – Emerging talents & striker profiles41:20 – Arsenal grinding results44:13 – Manchester United performance review48:10 – Injury updates & squad depth concerns53:02 – Youth debuts & long-term outlook57:07 – Final thoughts & fan hopesoccer podcast, football podcast, Premier League podcast, soccer fandom, football fandom, Manchester United, Man United podcast, MUFC, St. Louis City SC, STL City SC, MLS podcast, coaching changes, soccer tactics, football tactics, player analysis, injury updates, youth development soccer, Premier League analysis, Chelsea Premier League, Liverpool Tottenham controversy, Arsenal Premier League, fan reactions soccer, club culture football, soccer discussion, football banter, Mecca of Banter, American soccer podcast, soccer YouTube
Ahead of Pro Wrestling Magic Kingdom Come X VS. Darius Carter Dec 20th and ISPW Wrestling presents a Steel Cage Christmas against ISPW Heavyweight Champion Justin Corino in a Steel Cage Dec. 27th, Indie Wrestler Alex Reiman opens up about his exit and reemergence at Magic, losing the ISPW Heavyweight Championship shortly after losing his grandfather, the return of Gil Kay Marcels , his shattered relationship with The NOW Vik Hale and more...... Powered by Twisted Shamrock Studios & Spa As Always The BCP is brought to you by our FAVORITE store, Funkenstein Wrestling Superstore located in The Englishtown Flea Market (NJ) from 8 am -3pm Sat & Sunday and online. Get your favorite wrestling merch, retro games, ninja turtles, Ghostbusters, and so much more!! Please welcome in our NEW sponsor, MANIA CLUB . Established in 2015, MANIA CLUB is a WWE recognized community for fans with an eclectic love for both the world of professional wrestling and raising money for Connors Cure. 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Kent Gamble, Dean of Enrollment Services here at WVU Tech on their enrollment numbers andprograms. Delegate John Williams, D, Monongalia, 80, announces his run for the West Virginia State Senate. MECCA 911 Executive Director Jim Smith on the response and evacuation at the Evergree Assisted Living facility in Morgantown following broken sprinkler system pipes.
Stugotz starts with a sports update, before Izzy voices his displeasure with Tua Tagovailoa after another cold game loss. Teams have to stop paying mediocre quarterbacks like they are Super Bowl winners, a trend that Mikey A claims is the fault of one specific quarterback. Then, it's NBA Cup Final Day, and the streets in New York are buzzing, ready to add another banner to Madison Square Garden. The Mecca. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Stugotz starts with a sports update, before Izzy voices his displeasure with Tua Tagovailoa after another cold game loss. Teams have to stop paying mediocre quarterbacks like they are Super Bowl winners, a trend that Mikey A claims is the fault of one specific quarterback. Then, it's NBA Cup Final Day, and the streets in New York are buzzing, ready to add another banner to Madison Square Garden. The Mecca. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Susan Straight is the author of the novel Sacrament, available from Counterpoint Press. Straight has published nine previous novels, including Mecca, A Million Nightingales, and Highwire Moon, and one memoir, In the Country of Women. She's been a finalist for the Kirkus Prize, the Dayton Literary Peace Prize, the National Book Award, among other honors, and received the Lannan Prize, the O. Henry Award, the Edgar Award, a Guggenheim Fellowship, and the Robert Kirsch Award for lifetime achievement from the Los Angeles Times Book Prizes. Her fiction has been translated into ten languages. She was born in Riverside, California, where she lives with her family. *** Otherppl with Brad Listi is a weekly podcast featuring in-depth interviews with today's leading writers. This episode is sponsored by Ulysses. Go to ulys.app/writeabook to download Ulysses, and use the code OTHERPPL at checkout to get 25% off the first year of your yearly subscription." Available where podcasts are available: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, etc. Get How to Write a Novel, the debut audio course from DeepDive. 50+ hours of never-before-heard insight, inspiration, and instruction from dozens of today's most celebrated contemporary authors. Subscribe to Brad's email newsletter. Support the show on Patreon Merch Instagram TikTok Bluesky Email the show: letters [at] otherppl [dot] com The podcast is a proud affiliate partner of Bookshop, working to support local, independent bookstores. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A concise new narrative history of Islam that draws on the transformative insights of recent research to emphasize the diversity and dynamism of the tradition. Today's Muslim world has been experiencing upheaval: legalists and mystics engage in intense debates, radical groups invoke Sharia, Muslim immigrants in the West face prejudice and discrimination, and Muslim feminists advocate new interpretations of the Koran. At the same time, Islam is mischaracterized as unitary and unchanging by people ranging from right-wing Western politicians claiming that Islam is incompatible with democracy to conservative Muslims dreaming of returning to the golden age of the prophet. Against this contentious backdrop, this book provides a timely new history of the religion in all its astonishing richness and diversity as it has been practiced by Muslims around the world, from seventh-century Mecca to today. Most popular histories of Islam continue to repeat conventional pietistic accounts. In contrast, John Tolan draws on decades of new historical research that has transformed knowledge of the origins and development of the Muslim faith. He shows how the youngest of the three great monotheisms arose in close contact with Jewish, Christian, and other religious traditions in a mixture of cultures, including Arab, Greek, Persian, and Turkish; how Islam spread across an enormous territory encompassing hundreds of languages and cultures; how Muslims have forged widely different beliefs and practices over fourteen centuries; and how Islamic history provides crucial context for understanding contemporary debates in the Muslim world. At a time when much talk about Islam is filled with misunderstanding, stereotypes, and bias, this book provides a fresh and lucid portrait of the continuous and ongoing transformations of a religion of tremendous variety and complexity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/history
Premier League Parity | Mecca of BanterIt's good to be back.This week on Mecca of Banter, Mecca and Conner break down Manchester United's wild 4–4 draw with Bournemouth—a match that somehow showed everything good, bad, and confusing about this team in 90 minutes. We dig into the first-half dominance, the second-half collapse, and what it all says about United's current identity.From Casemiro's ball-magnet chaos, to Bruno Fernandes pulling strings, to Kobbie Mainoo announcing himself as a match winner, we analyze individual performances, tactical decisions, and why United still feel one or two pieces away. The conversation widens to the rest of the Premier League, where parity feels real this season—Arsenal wobbling, Chelsea searching, and City lurking as always.Is this league as open as it feels? And is United closer than the table suggests? We get into all of it.Keywords: Premier League, Manchester United, football podcast, match review, tactics, Bruno Fernandes, Casemiro, Kobbie Mainoo, transfers, player analysis00:00 – Welcome back & match overview02:53 – United's performance: dominance vs discipline05:38 – Casemiro, Amad & midfield control08:25 – Substitutions and momentum swings11:30 – Kobbie Mainoo's breakout moment14:25 – Defensive lapses & communication issues17:22 – Bruno Fernandes appreciation segment20:10 – Tactical flexibility & future direction22:59 – Player utilization & squad balance29:32 – Expectations vs reality34:21 – January transfer priorities39:08 – Premier League parity: who's real?42:00 – Recent matches & league-wide trends49:35 – Squad depth & what comes nextChaptersPremier League, Premier League parity, Manchester United, Man United, MUFC, Manchester United podcast, Premier League podcast, football podcast, soccer podcast, Man United Bournemouth, Bournemouth vs Manchester United, 4-4 draw, Premier League analysis, Premier League review, Manchester United analysis, Bruno Fernandes, Casemiro, Kobbie Mainoo, Kobbie Mainoo goal, Man United midfield, Premier League tactics, football tactics, player analysis, January transfer window, Man United transfers, Premier League title race, Arsenal Premier League, Chelsea Premier League, Manchester City Premier League, Premier League discussion, football banter, Mecca of Banter, soccer talk, football YouTube
A concise new narrative history of Islam that draws on the transformative insights of recent research to emphasize the diversity and dynamism of the tradition. Today's Muslim world has been experiencing upheaval: legalists and mystics engage in intense debates, radical groups invoke Sharia, Muslim immigrants in the West face prejudice and discrimination, and Muslim feminists advocate new interpretations of the Koran. At the same time, Islam is mischaracterized as unitary and unchanging by people ranging from right-wing Western politicians claiming that Islam is incompatible with democracy to conservative Muslims dreaming of returning to the golden age of the prophet. Against this contentious backdrop, this book provides a timely new history of the religion in all its astonishing richness and diversity as it has been practiced by Muslims around the world, from seventh-century Mecca to today. Most popular histories of Islam continue to repeat conventional pietistic accounts. In contrast, John Tolan draws on decades of new historical research that has transformed knowledge of the origins and development of the Muslim faith. He shows how the youngest of the three great monotheisms arose in close contact with Jewish, Christian, and other religious traditions in a mixture of cultures, including Arab, Greek, Persian, and Turkish; how Islam spread across an enormous territory encompassing hundreds of languages and cultures; how Muslims have forged widely different beliefs and practices over fourteen centuries; and how Islamic history provides crucial context for understanding contemporary debates in the Muslim world. At a time when much talk about Islam is filled with misunderstanding, stereotypes, and bias, this book provides a fresh and lucid portrait of the continuous and ongoing transformations of a religion of tremendous variety and complexity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network
A concise new narrative history of Islam that draws on the transformative insights of recent research to emphasize the diversity and dynamism of the tradition. Today's Muslim world has been experiencing upheaval: legalists and mystics engage in intense debates, radical groups invoke Sharia, Muslim immigrants in the West face prejudice and discrimination, and Muslim feminists advocate new interpretations of the Koran. At the same time, Islam is mischaracterized as unitary and unchanging by people ranging from right-wing Western politicians claiming that Islam is incompatible with democracy to conservative Muslims dreaming of returning to the golden age of the prophet. Against this contentious backdrop, this book provides a timely new history of the religion in all its astonishing richness and diversity as it has been practiced by Muslims around the world, from seventh-century Mecca to today. Most popular histories of Islam continue to repeat conventional pietistic accounts. In contrast, John Tolan draws on decades of new historical research that has transformed knowledge of the origins and development of the Muslim faith. He shows how the youngest of the three great monotheisms arose in close contact with Jewish, Christian, and other religious traditions in a mixture of cultures, including Arab, Greek, Persian, and Turkish; how Islam spread across an enormous territory encompassing hundreds of languages and cultures; how Muslims have forged widely different beliefs and practices over fourteen centuries; and how Islamic history provides crucial context for understanding contemporary debates in the Muslim world. At a time when much talk about Islam is filled with misunderstanding, stereotypes, and bias, this book provides a fresh and lucid portrait of the continuous and ongoing transformations of a religion of tremendous variety and complexity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/islamic-studies
In this episode, hosts Chris and Mecca interview Dr. Cindi SturtzSreetharan about language decoding, why inclusive language matters for better science, the importance of clearly defining the terms we use, and how ethnographic methods help contextualize research. Dr. SturtzSreetharan is a President's Professor at the School of Human Evolution & Social Change at Arizona State University. She has a bachelor's degree in international relations from Willamette University, a master's in Asian studies from the University of Oregon, and a doctorate in Anthropology from the University of California at Davis. Her research interests center on a language-in-interaction approach to the construction of identities, including masculinity. Much of her earlier work focused on how Japanese men use language as a resource for creating, maintaining, or refuting a masculine identity. She has also worked on language use in reality TV shows, serial dramas, and film, focusing specifically on language and fatherhood. For the past decade, Dr. SturtzSreetharan has turned her attention to the intersection of language, the body, and medicine. Her current work is an investigation of metabolic syndrome in Japan, a so-called lifestyle condition that affects more men than women. She is particularly interested in the way that everyday, mundane language interactions contribute to the production of felt shame and stigma around body size, shape, and care. ------------------------------ Find the papers discussed in this episode: SturtzSreetharan, C.L & Shibamoto-Smith, J. It's not the language, it's us: Recommendations on what language can do and on what we as writers can do. American Journal of Human Biology 37(6): e70079 https://doi.org/10.1002/ajhb.70079 (2025) SturtzSreetharan, C.L., DuBois, L.Z., & Brewis, A. 2025. Defining and deploying gender/sex in human biology: Where are we? Where should we be? American Journal of Human Biology 37(6):e70093 https://doi.org/10.1002/ajhb.70093 (2025) ------------------------------ Contact Dr. SturtzSreetharan: cindi.sturtzsreetharan@asu.edu ------------------------------ Contact the Sausage of Science Podcast and the Human Biology Association: Facebook: facebook.com/groups/humanbiologyassociation/, Website: humbio.org, Twitter: @HumBioAssoc Chris Lynn, Co-Host Website: cdlynn.people.ua.edu/, E-mail: cdlynn@ua.edu, Twitter:@Chris_Ly Mecca Howe, Co-Host, HBA Fellow Email: howemecca@gmail.com, Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mecca-howe-phd-22a48173/
A concise new narrative history of Islam that draws on the transformative insights of recent research to emphasize the diversity and dynamism of the tradition. Today's Muslim world has been experiencing upheaval: legalists and mystics engage in intense debates, radical groups invoke Sharia, Muslim immigrants in the West face prejudice and discrimination, and Muslim feminists advocate new interpretations of the Koran. At the same time, Islam is mischaracterized as unitary and unchanging by people ranging from right-wing Western politicians claiming that Islam is incompatible with democracy to conservative Muslims dreaming of returning to the golden age of the prophet. Against this contentious backdrop, this book provides a timely new history of the religion in all its astonishing richness and diversity as it has been practiced by Muslims around the world, from seventh-century Mecca to today. Most popular histories of Islam continue to repeat conventional pietistic accounts. In contrast, John Tolan draws on decades of new historical research that has transformed knowledge of the origins and development of the Muslim faith. He shows how the youngest of the three great monotheisms arose in close contact with Jewish, Christian, and other religious traditions in a mixture of cultures, including Arab, Greek, Persian, and Turkish; how Islam spread across an enormous territory encompassing hundreds of languages and cultures; how Muslims have forged widely different beliefs and practices over fourteen centuries; and how Islamic history provides crucial context for understanding contemporary debates in the Muslim world. At a time when much talk about Islam is filled with misunderstanding, stereotypes, and bias, this book provides a fresh and lucid portrait of the continuous and ongoing transformations of a religion of tremendous variety and complexity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/middle-eastern-studies
A concise new narrative history of Islam that draws on the transformative insights of recent research to emphasize the diversity and dynamism of the tradition. Today's Muslim world has been experiencing upheaval: legalists and mystics engage in intense debates, radical groups invoke Sharia, Muslim immigrants in the West face prejudice and discrimination, and Muslim feminists advocate new interpretations of the Koran. At the same time, Islam is mischaracterized as unitary and unchanging by people ranging from right-wing Western politicians claiming that Islam is incompatible with democracy to conservative Muslims dreaming of returning to the golden age of the prophet. Against this contentious backdrop, this book provides a timely new history of the religion in all its astonishing richness and diversity as it has been practiced by Muslims around the world, from seventh-century Mecca to today. Most popular histories of Islam continue to repeat conventional pietistic accounts. In contrast, John Tolan draws on decades of new historical research that has transformed knowledge of the origins and development of the Muslim faith. He shows how the youngest of the three great monotheisms arose in close contact with Jewish, Christian, and other religious traditions in a mixture of cultures, including Arab, Greek, Persian, and Turkish; how Islam spread across an enormous territory encompassing hundreds of languages and cultures; how Muslims have forged widely different beliefs and practices over fourteen centuries; and how Islamic history provides crucial context for understanding contemporary debates in the Muslim world. At a time when much talk about Islam is filled with misunderstanding, stereotypes, and bias, this book provides a fresh and lucid portrait of the continuous and ongoing transformations of a religion of tremendous variety and complexity.
A concise new narrative history of Islam that draws on the transformative insights of recent research to emphasize the diversity and dynamism of the tradition. Today's Muslim world has been experiencing upheaval: legalists and mystics engage in intense debates, radical groups invoke Sharia, Muslim immigrants in the West face prejudice and discrimination, and Muslim feminists advocate new interpretations of the Koran. At the same time, Islam is mischaracterized as unitary and unchanging by people ranging from right-wing Western politicians claiming that Islam is incompatible with democracy to conservative Muslims dreaming of returning to the golden age of the prophet. Against this contentious backdrop, this book provides a timely new history of the religion in all its astonishing richness and diversity as it has been practiced by Muslims around the world, from seventh-century Mecca to today. Most popular histories of Islam continue to repeat conventional pietistic accounts. In contrast, John Tolan draws on decades of new historical research that has transformed knowledge of the origins and development of the Muslim faith. He shows how the youngest of the three great monotheisms arose in close contact with Jewish, Christian, and other religious traditions in a mixture of cultures, including Arab, Greek, Persian, and Turkish; how Islam spread across an enormous territory encompassing hundreds of languages and cultures; how Muslims have forged widely different beliefs and practices over fourteen centuries; and how Islamic history provides crucial context for understanding contemporary debates in the Muslim world. At a time when much talk about Islam is filled with misunderstanding, stereotypes, and bias, this book provides a fresh and lucid portrait of the continuous and ongoing transformations of a religion of tremendous variety and complexity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/religion
This episode is a gift to your face! It's the grand finale, the last Q&A of the year is officially HERE! We're unleashing the essential, non-negotiable party hacks you need to conquer the holidays including a detailed eyelash curler masterclass where Leigh passionately defends the tool (even admitting she'd take it to Survivor!), and reveals her three-step technique for a perfect, breakage-free curl and naming the heroes worth your cash. Plus, we're settling a major beauty debate: Do those added skincare ingredients in primers (yes, looking at you, Go-To and e.l.f.) actually do anything when they're layered over your full routine? They can't hurt, but can they help? And finally, Kelly & Leigh drop some top-tier festive tips, including how to use boob tape for that perfect lift in any plunge dress and a genius hack using eyeshadow primer to stop face sweat—because we schvitz! In the Beauty Edit, Cass and Taylah unpack the seriously polarising choice of Cloud Dancer as the Pantone Colour of the Year 2026, and break down the blockbuster lawsuit where Sol de Janeiro is suing e.l.f. Beauty over alleged copycat packaging and scents. EVERYTHING MENTIONED: MECCA MAX Lash Curler E1, $16. Shiseido - Eyelash Curler 213, $27.99. Adore Beauty Tools of the Trade Eyelash Curler, $12. Judydoll - Mini Curling Eyelash Curler, $9.61. MILK MAKEUP Hydro Grip Primer, $69. The Ordinary Lash Curl Finisher, $17.20. nudebynature Perfecting Primer Hydrate and Illuminate, $69. e.l.f Hydrating Face Primer, $16. Go-To Very Glowy Hydrating Illuminating Primer, $48. iLLi Boob Tape Extra Wide Clear, $18. GET IN TOUCH: Watch & Subscribe on YouTube – Our Q&A episode drops tonight at 7pm! Catch it here. Follow us on Instagram: @youbeautypodcast Follow us on TikTok: @youbeautypod Join our You Beauty Facebook Group here For our product recommendations, exclusive beauty news, reviews, articles, deals and much more - sign up for our free You Beauty weekly newsletter here Got a beauty question you want answered? Email us at youbeauty@mamamia.com.au or send us a voice note on Instagram! CREDITS: Hosts: Leigh Campbell & Kelly McCarren The Beauty Edit Hosts: Cass Green & Taylah Strano Producer: Sophie Campbell Audio Producer: Tegan Sadler Video Producer: Artemi Kokkaris Just so you know — some of the links in these notes are affiliate links, which means we might earn a small commission if you buy through them. It doesn’t cost you anything extra, and it helps support the show. Happy shopping! Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe. Not only do you get all the incredible benefits of a Mamamia subscription, but you'll instantly get an entry into our current subscriber-only giveaway to win a $2,500 Justice Haircare voucher! Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Join the BCP+ panel as we share our heartfelt goodbyes and thanks to John Cena as an active WWE in ring talent, and take a look at Saturday Night's Main Event!! Powered By Twisted Shamrock Studio & Spa As Always The BCP is brought to you by our FAVORITE store, Funkenstein Wrestling Superstore located in The Englishtown Flea Market (NJ) from 8 am -3pm Sat & Sunday and online. Get your favorite wrestling merch, retro games, ninja turtles, Ghostbusters, and so much more!! Please welcome in our NEW sponsor, MANIA CLUB . Established in 2015, MANIA CLUB is a WWE recognized community for fans with an eclectic love for both the world of professional wrestling and raising money for Connors Cure. During WrestleMania weekend, we host the official Tailgate of WrestleMania while also celebrating Connor Michalek. They are the single largest donor within the V Foundation for Connors Cure with over $150K raised! 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Clemson falls to No. 10 BYU after taking a commanding 22-point lead anchored by a 22-0 run in Madison Square Garden during the Jimmy V Classic.
In this episode, we're chatting with Christian Doan aka Chopstick Murphys about Boston's robust Asian food scene — and try determine whether or not its underrated. We also touch on the life of a food influencer, offer lots of restaurant recommendations, and bond over our mutual love of stereotypes. Follow Christian on Instagram and Tiktok. Big Shot. Have feedback on this episode or ideas for upcoming topics? DM me on Instagram, email me, or send a voice memo. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The NCAA Transfer Portal will have a single window during the 2026 cycle, from January 2nd to January 16th. Like everyone else in Power Four football, BYU looks to be a program in the mix for some prospects. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper shared his thoughts on the Cougars' portal needs for the 2026 cycle. From backup quarterback to linebacker, and everywhere else in between, Harper breaks it down. BYU basketball takes on the Clemson Tigers tonight at Madison Square Garden in the Jimmy V Classic. Mitch breaks down the matchup and gives you the notable storylines and stats heading into the game at the "Mecca." Subscribe to the Cougar Tracks Podcast to stay up-to-date with all the daily episodes. Cougar Tracks is on YouTube and X every weekday at Noon (MT), and KSL NewsRadio at 6:30 p.m. (MT). Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-tracks/id1146971609 YouTube Podcast: https://kslsports.com/category/podcast_results/?sid=2035&n=Cougar%20Tracks Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2NCF1KecDsE2rB1zMuHhUh Download the KSL Sports app Google: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bonneville.kslsports&hl=en_US iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ksl-sports/id143593 Mitch Harper is a BYU Insider for KSLsports.com and hosts the Cougar Tracks Podcast daily on KSL Sports YouTube and KSL NewsRadio (SUBSCRIBE). Harper also co-hosts Cougar Sports Saturday (12–3 p.m.) on KSL NewsRadio. Follow Mitch’s coverage of BYU athletics in the Big 12 Conference on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram: @Mitch_Harper. Want more coverage of BYU sports? Take us with you wherever you go. Download the new and improved KSL Sports app from Utah’s sports leader. Allows you to stream live radio and video, keeping you up-to-date on all your favorite teams.
In this episode of the Mecca of Banter podcast, hosts Winks and Hayffy dive into a variety of topics surrounding the World Cup draws and the Premier League. The US may have done an awful job at presenting the groups but the group they ended up with is favorable and a must win. The conversation also touches on the struggles of Chelsea, the controversy surrounding Mo Salah, and the implications of recent matches for teams like Arsenal and United. The episode wraps up with predictions for upcoming games and a look ahead to the Champions League.
"It used to be that Silicon Valley was the kind of Mecca of the entrepreneur. What's happening is everyone has got the tools that used to be crowded in there. Now what we need to do is get the capital." Minister Evan Solomon sits down with C100 Executive Director Michael Buhr to discuss the country's future in AI and the feds' commitments to innovation. Recorded live on the BetaKit Keynote Stage at SAAS NORTH. The BetaKit Podcast is presented by QuickBooks on the Intuit platform, built to help Canadian businesses work smarter, more efficiently, and make confident decisions. QuickBooks on the Intuit platform is an all-in-one connected business solution that leverages the power of artificial intelligence and human expertise to simplify how you run and grow your business. From managing cash flow and payroll to delivering personalized, proactive insights leveraging the power of AI agents, QuickBooks helps you spend less time crunching numbers and more time growing your business. Visit quickbooks.intuit.ca to see how Intuit QuickBooks can help you outdo the work. Related links: What's in #Budget2025 for Canadian tech? Canadian tech sees #Budget2025 as "about-face" from last government's stance on business Is SaaS dead? Tech leaders debate whether it's time for requiem or rebirth
Islam didn't emerge peacefully — it exploded out of Arabia through raids, coercion, and a doctrine that rewarded violence with plunder and eternal pleasure. Muhammad spent his early years in Mecca with barely a hundred followers, but once he was driven out and set up in Medina, everything changed. He built a militant movement by promising salvation through conquest, and entire tribes were absorbed simply by reciting a single line of allegiance, whether they believed it or not.Christians of the seventh century had no idea what was coming. In just a few years, Arab Muslim armies swept into the heart of the Christian world — Syria, Israel, Jordan, and beyond — regions that had been Christian for centuries. Their chronicles describe slaughter, rape, and terror on a scale Europe had never seen. And this wasn't fringe extremism — it was fueled directly by the religious worldview laid out in early Islamic sources. For the Christians of that era, this was a spiritual war between the God of Scripture and a rising ideology that used fear as its engine and conquest as its creed.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
This week Brian Mix sits down with Barry, Dave and Tod to talk about a big new project in Ticonderoga. We all love the Original Star Trek Set Tour, also known as "Mecca" to Trek fans, and very soon the forever home to a huge piece of Star Trek original series history. Brian gives the details on what to expect, how you can help, and how one of Barry's own creations was involved in the announcement. He also shares anecdotes from William Shatner's most recent visit to Ticonderoga, including what happens when Captain Kirk meets his puppet doppelgänger.. There's also the usual Random Topics, and a round of What's in the Box! Thanks for listening, and / or watching! Links: Fanboy Collectibles - https://www.fanboycollectibles.com From Dave's Workshop - https://www.fromdavesworkshop.com Regular Joes YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@rjpodcast Reach Out: e-mail: podcast@regularjoes.com Voice Message: 413-475-1650 Text Message: 413-422-0004 Leave us a review on iTunes or Spotify Like and Subscribe on YouTube!
What if everything you built (the money, the status, the business success) left your heart completely empty? In this episode, Dane Maxwell, serial entrepreneur and founder of The Foundation and Paperless Pipeline, shares his raw journey from "3D success" to discovering his sacred calling. After launching more than a dozen businesses and achieving what most would call the dream (money, freedom, recognition), Dane found himself with a hollow heart. Through a prophetic message in a church, answered prayers, and divine signs, he reclaimed the gift he'd buried 10 years earlier: his voice and music. From training 2,000 students (including two billionaires) to singing improvised songs that help people take their most difficult actions, Dane's story reveals the difference between performing for validation and surrendering to become "a flute that the divine blows its breath through." He discusses spiritual hierarchy, the power of slowing down, and why being wanted by God matters more than being wanted by the world. Dane reveals why music is sacred (not about fame or sex), how four signs in one week confirmed his calling, and what it means to approach life from the inside out instead of outside in. [00:02:28] Meeting at Destiny Fest: A Three-Hour Conversation That Wouldn't End Kevin and Dane met at Giovanni Marsico's Destiny Fest in Toronto Sat at dinner table for hours after everyone else left Dane performed an entirely improvised musical piece on stage for 1,400 people Kevin's been connected to Gio for 14 years, watching the vision grow from a dinner conversation to nearly 2,000 attendees [00:05:45] The Philosophy: Greatness in the Moment Most people rehearse before presenting to 1,400 people Dane chose to "dangle by a string," the string of present-moment creation Believes the next evolution of events is not rehearsed but "moment oriented" "I wanted to be present with people instead of rehearsed" Magic happens when people are willing to risk unpreparedness [00:07:54] Current Mission: Music for Difficult Actions Creating songs that help people take the most difficult actions in their lives Actions that would dramatically improve their lives in 90 days Examples: losing weight, starting a business, going to the gym, writing a book, picking up a new hobby Not telling people what to think, singing pure possibility and inspiration into their hearts [00:13:40] The Problem: 3D Success with an Empty Heart Had all the external markers of success: money, time freedom, status, women "3D success," everything in the physical, three-dimensional world But his heart felt completely empty Realized he'd been "distracted by success" as a safe, socially acceptable way to avoid vulnerability Business felt safe; true connection and music felt vulnerable [00:15:06] How Men Are Stripped of Their Power "You make them believe that the outside world can make them happy" Make men believe worth is achievement, status, attention The world is designed to engineer us to strip us of our power Jesus had a donkey and white robe but was "beaming with power" External trappings (beautiful women, cars, homes) are an illusion when coming from a dissociated place [00:19:00] The Spiritual Hierarchy and Heart Pursuit Jesus's heart field could reportedly be felt from two miles away (average is 15-50 feet) Dane was raised Christian with teaching that "the heart is deceitful and wicked" Felt he couldn't trust his own heart, so wrapped it in external things Realized the teaching was "not being communicated or translated correctly" Started approaching life inside out instead of outside in [00:21:06] The Turning Point: Slowing Down and Hearing "Sing" Heart kept feeling empty despite business success Slowed down and heard the word "sing" Initial resistance: "I'm a six-foot-one 42-year-old white male, I don't look like a singer" Thought he was "such a broken man" that performing for others was the best he could do Admits: "When I say I don't know what I'm doing, it's very honest" [00:24:00] Teaching Wealth: The Karma of Money Taught 2,000 students how to build wealth Two billionaire students, one valued at $1 billion, one student exited for $500 million Half of students did very well, other half probably shouldn't have bought the program Friend Danielle LaPorte said people have their own "karma to sort out with money" [00:24:30] The Church Moment: Getting His Gift Back Age 31, attending Bethel Church (Holy Spirit-led church) Pastor stops mid-worship, points directly at him: "Son, I just got a message from God" "He didn't trust you with a gift, so he took it away. But he trusts you with it now, so he gave it back" Dane's hand went to his throat, realized it was his singing voice Had trained intensely for his first open mic at age 21 [00:28:20] Eleven Years of Fear and Teetering 11 years since that church moment Released four albums, done shows, played for 1,400 people But always "teetering around it" Wasn't sure if he was authentically interested or just trying to impress people Admitted fear: maybe doing it "to get laid" (common male conditioning around music) [00:29:00] The Week of Signs: Music Is Sacred Got hypnotherapy session to bring more freedom to singing During hypnosis, saw subconscious belief: "I'm just trying to do this to get laid" Sign #1: Massage therapist's hat said "MUSIC IS SACRED" Sign #2: Someone wrote "I hope you're doing music" Sign #3: On a business Zoom, someone private messaged "Hey, how's music?" Sign #4: Woman he used to date said "Obviously you're supposed to be doing music" [00:36:29] Rumi and Becoming a Flute for the Divine Quotes Rumi: "I am but a flute that the Christ blows its breath through" In spiritual hierarchy, highest level before God is Lord Christ Jesus was "Christed," fully surrendered mediator for Lord Christ Got off stage thinking "nobody got any flavor of me, I blew it" Heard hysterical laughter (maybe angels): "You were just an instrument for love" [00:39:40] The Mecca of Bliss Bob Dylan and Michael Jordan have "an extra sense of something else" That's spiritual connection coming through their work "That's the mecca, the mecca of bliss" Dissolve all sense of self, merge with Christ, allow God's love to flow through [00:40:20] Approaching Life Inside Out Doesn't have hot girlfriend, sexy car, amazing mansion anymore "Am I way happier than when I had any of that stuff? Does any of me want any of that stuff? Maybe if it's aligned" Not an ache because approaching life from inside out If something feels "authentic to my core," he'll get it Deep enough in his body now to not fool himself [00:41:40] The Vocal Cord Miracle and Feeling Unwanted Went to ear, nose, throat doctor after the church message Doctor put camera down his throat, looked at vocal cords "Dane, your vocal cords look pristine" The four signs made him "feel so wanted by God" Mother was concert-level flute player, listened to sophisticated music in the womb [00:46:20] Holy Spirit Working Through Connection Marcus Collier told Kevin: "This is the Holy Spirit working through you" Making introductions and connections is being a vessel When you allow it, you become more effective They want more of that feeling [00:49:36] Where to Find Dane and Final Message Instagram: @musicbydane (Music by Dane) Website: danemaxwell.com (book, businesses, principles) Encourages Christians: stay where you are, it's close to God Book recommendation: "The Great Work of Your Life" "May anybody who loves God the way they do continue to love God the way they do" KEY QUOTES "How do you strip men of their power? You make them believe that the outside world can make them happy. You make them believe that worth is an achievement. That worth is status, that worth is attention." - Dane Maxwell "What we're supposed to be doing with our life is evolving our consciousness to such a state that we can become a completely surrendered vessel for the divine love of God to flow through. That's the mecca, the mecca of bliss." - Dane Maxwell "I've felt so unwanted on the earth and in my life, and just such a deep degree of unwantedness, which was a product of the conditioning of the nineties, which is you have to be a certain way to be wanted." - Dane Maxwell "In Isaiah they say, and the Lord said, whom shall I send? And I said, here am I. Send me." - Isaiah (quoted by Dane) CONNECT WITH DANE MAXWELL
On the day where there are plenty of NBA stories to talk about including Giannis possibly being traded (to the Knicks?) and Chris Paul being let go by the Clippers, Izzy wants to talk football. Can Dak win the MVP is the Cowboys run the table? Also, the Vandy coach might be on to something. Go to https://OmahaSteaks.com to get 50% off sitewide during their Sizzle All the Way Sale. And use code COMPANY at checkout for an extra $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply. See site for details. A big thanks to our advertiser, Omaha Steaks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the day where there are plenty of NBA stories to talk about including Giannis possibly being traded (to the Knicks?) and Chris Paul being let go by the Clippers, Izzy wants to talk football. Can Dak win the MVP is the Cowboys run the table? Also, the Vandy coach might be on to something. Go to https://OmahaSteaks.com to get 50% off sitewide during their Sizzle All the Way Sale. And use code COMPANY at checkout for an extra $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply. See site for details. A big thanks to our advertiser, Omaha Steaks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
For the Season 9 finale of Sounding Out with Izzy, you will hear my conversation with runo plum, who joins me to talk her Winspear debut 'patching,' a collection of delicate sweeping melodies that create beautiful expansions out of endings. ✨ MORE ABOUT RUNO PLUM ✨runo plum is a prolific DIY indie musician based in the musical Mecca of Minneapolis. Known for her intricate DIY folk pop arrangements and collaborations with Hovvdy, this intimate new offering marks her debut release on Winspear (Wishy, Slow Pulp, Teethe). ✨ KEEP UP TO DATE WITH RUNO PLUM ✨Instagram: instagram.com/runo_plum/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@runo_plumX: https://x.com/runo_plumSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0pouttXEXIHvguV90fhB39Bandcamp: https://runoplum.bandcamp.com/album/patchingApple Music: music.apple.com/us/artist/runo-plum/1571991360✨ CONNECT WITH IZZY ✨Blog: https://agrrrlstwosoundcents.comYouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCv6SBgiYCpYbx9BOYNefkIgInstagram: instagram.com/agrrrlstwosoundcents/Twitter: twitter.com/grrrlsoundcents
Anthony Ruffini, the Immediate Past Potentate and current Trustee of Mecca Shrine No. 1 in New York City, joins Sid live in-studio on this Giving Tuesday to talk about the impact of their services and the importance of donations. Anthony recounts the organization's history and mission, emphasizing their commitment to providing care to children regardless of their parents' financial status. The hospital specializes in treating a variety of conditions, including spinal cord injuries, burn care, orthopedics, and cleft palate repairs. Ruffini celebrates the transformative effect Shriners has on children, sharing heartwarming stories of recovery and normalcy restored. He encourages listeners to donate, highlighting the triple match offer for contributions made on this day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Share a commentWho really belongs to Abraham's family—those with the right ancestry, or those with the right faith? We follow Paul's lead and ask a simple question that cuts through centuries of argument: what do the Scriptures say? From Romans 4 to Galatians 3, the promise to Abraham narrows to a single point of focus—the Seed—and widens to welcome the nations through faith in Jesus Christ.We explore the historical rise of Islam, from Muhammad's early claims and adoption of Jewish forms to the later pivot toward Mecca and distinctive rites. That backdrop sets the stage for a frank, respectful comparison of core doctrines: the identity of God, the person of Jesus, and the cross. When Christ's crucifixion and resurrection are denied, the gospel itself is removed. When Christ is confessed as the promised Seed, Abraham's blessing becomes a living reality, not a contested storyline. This is more than religious trivia; it is the hinge of assurance. Abraham believed God was able to perform what he promised, and that same assurance rests on the finished work of Christ.We also turn the lens on ourselves. Respect for Muslim neighbors must be real—patient listening, clear words, genuine friendship. Recognition must be firm—Allah is not Elohim, and the Jesus of the Quran is not the Jesus of the Bible. And rededication must be practical—recovering habits of prayer, fasting, public witness, and heartfelt worship that match our message. Passion without truth misleads, but truth without passion misrepresents. Abraham's true heirs are those who trust the Son, and their lives should carry the sound of that promise kept.If this conversation helps you think more clearly and live more boldly, subscribe, share the episode with a friend, and leave a review to help others find the show.Support the showStephen's latest book, The Disciples Prayer, is available now. https://www.wisdomonline.org/store/view/the-disciples-prayer-hardback
Share a commentWho really belongs to Abraham's family—those with the right ancestry, or those with the right faith? We follow Paul's lead and ask a simple question that cuts through centuries of argument: what do the Scriptures say? From Romans 4 to Galatians 3, the promise to Abraham narrows to a single point of focus—the Seed—and widens to welcome the nations through faith in Jesus Christ.We explore the historical rise of Islam, from Muhammad's early claims and adoption of Jewish forms to the later pivot toward Mecca and distinctive rites. That backdrop sets the stage for a frank, respectful comparison of core doctrines: the identity of God, the person of Jesus, and the cross. When Christ's crucifixion and resurrection are denied, the gospel itself is removed. When Christ is confessed as the promised Seed, Abraham's blessing becomes a living reality, not a contested storyline. This is more than religious trivia; it is the hinge of assurance. Abraham believed God was able to perform what he promised, and that same assurance rests on the finished work of Christ.We also turn the lens on ourselves. Respect for Muslim neighbors must be real—patient listening, clear words, genuine friendship. Recognition must be firm—Allah is not Elohim, and the Jesus of the Quran is not the Jesus of the Bible. And rededication must be practical—recovering habits of prayer, fasting, public witness, and heartfelt worship that match our message. Passion without truth misleads, but truth without passion misrepresents. Abraham's true heirs are those who trust the Son, and their lives should carry the sound of that promise kept.If this conversation helps you think more clearly and live more boldly, subscribe, share the episode with a friend, and leave a review to help others find the show.Support the showStephen's latest book, The Disciples Prayer, is available now. https://www.wisdomonline.org/store/view/the-disciples-prayer-hardback
Morgan Geyser was caught after fleeing a Wisconsin group home. Geyser's accomplice was a transgender friend, Chad 'Charly' Mecca, who said Geyser 'ran because of me.' Singer D4vd identified as suspect in Celeste Rivas Hernandez's death. #CourtTV - What do YOU think?Binge all episodes of #OpeningStatements here: https://www.courttv.com/trials/opening-statements-with-julie-grant/Watch the full video episode here: https://youtu.be/xuuWXz2pcUoWatch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https://www.courttv.com/Join the Investigation Newsletter https://www.courttv.com/email/Court TV Podcast https://www.courttv.com/podcast/Join the Court TV Community to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo5E9pEhK_9kWG7-5HHcyRg/joinFOLLOW THE CASE:Facebook https://www.facebook.com/courttvTwitter/X https://twitter.com/CourtTVInstagram https://www.instagram.com/courttvnetwork/TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@courttvliveYouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/COURTTVWATCH +140 FREE TRIALS IN THE COURT TV ARCHIVEhttps://www.courttv.com/trials/HOW TO FIND COURT TVhttps://www.courttv.com/where-to-watch/This episode of the Opening Statements Podcast is hosted by Julie Grant, produced by Eric Goldson, and edited by Autumn Sewell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Join the BCP+ Panel as we make our Full Card WWE Survivor Series Picks!! Powered by Twisted Shamrock Studio & Spa Tech Provided by GPW Productions Special Thank you to Tommy Fierro & The Wrestling Collector As Always The BCP is brought to you by our FAVORITE store, Funkenstein Wrestling Superstore located in The Englishtown Flea Market (NJ) from 8 am -3pm Sat & Sunday and online. Get your favorite wrestling merch, retro games, ninja turtles, Ghostbusters, and so much more!! Please welcome in our NEW sponsor, MANIA CLUB . Established in 2015, MANIA CLUB is a WWE recognized community for fans with an eclectic love for both the world of professional wrestling and raising money for Connors Cure. During WrestleMania weekend, we host the official Tailgate of WrestleMania while also celebrating Connor Michalek. They are the single largest donor within the V Foundation for Connors Cure with over $150K raised! Please donate and join the Facebook group at MANIA CLUB The BCP is also sponsored by The No Gimmicks Podcast !! The Pro Wrestling podcast that keeps it 100% real, 100% of the time!! The No Gimmicks Podcast is available wherever you get your podcasts. The No Gimmicks Podcast WRESTLING ALL DAY ALL NIGHT is the best wrestling discussion group on Facebook! We provide more of a community feel here, and have wrestling fans introduce other fans to something they may not have seen before, such as old school wrestling, indie wrestling, Japanese wrestling, and more! We also strive to be a source of information regarding upcoming wrestler meet & greets and signings. And remember, we're open 24/7. All Day. All Night! Be sure to follow on socials and join the group on Facebook at Wrestling All Day All Night Sweet Chin Musings is the creation of the reigning, rarely defending, highly disputed champion of wrestling podcasts, “Mr. Perfect” Mike Mueller, and his tag team partner in crime, Luke Kudialis. SCM focuses on the in-ring product of WWE and AEW (no dirt sheet rumors here), as well as backstage news, predictions and analysis of characters, storylines, and major pay per views. Old school fans, don't worry, we have you covered too, with a look back on classic matches, top 10 lists, and interactive tournaments that let the fans decide who is truly the best of all time. You can find us on Facebook at Sweet Chin Musings , and check out the podcast at https://linktr.ee/SweetChinMusings Please welcome in our returning pod sponsor for the show GPW Productions !! GPW provides your promotion or event with TOP TIER video, audio, production, live streaming, and more!! I can personally vouch for them in saying they are hands down THE BEST Production company I have ever worked with as they have and continue to work with the likes of AEW, GCW, Starrcast, MLW, not to mention the majority of the local independent Promotions in the tri-state area. They can even help you film a vignette or promo for your persona/gimmick. And guess what? GPW doesn't just work in wrestling. They cover MMA, boxing, basketball, or any other sporting event as well!! On a personal note I'd like to thank Michael James Sesko , Frank León , Oneil Andrews & the team for giving me multiple opportunities to work with them and some of the best talent in the world. BOOK GPW for your promotion or event today at contact@gpwproductions.com ISPW Wrestling brings the Independent Superstars of Wrestling to TOTOWA, NJ‼️ ISPW heads to Cedar Grove High School in Cedar Grove, NJ to benefit Cedar Grove Softball on December 6th! ISPW Heavyweight Champion Justin Corino will be forced to team up with “The Revolver” Alex Reiman on orders from ISPW General Manager Rob Williams to take on The Shot Callers for the ISPW Tag Team Titles! Get your tickets now on ISPWWrestling.com Please welcome in our newest podcast sponsor ISPW Weekly featuring host Totowa Tom Mele as he interviews the stars of the ring, uncover their stories, rivalries, and electrifying action that defines ISPW. Catch ISPW Weekly on The ISPW Facebook Page every week!! ISPW Wrestling Looking to press play on feeling good again? Twisted Shamrock Studios & Spa —Delaware County's Retro Recovery Rebels—are here to rewind time and reboot the way you heal. From therapeutic massage and assisted stretch therapy to glow-up facials and energy work—this is where function meets feel-good. Perfect for athletes, overachievers, and everyday Joes & Janes who need real relief with a vintage twist. Reboot your body. Recharge your soul. Rock the retro vibe. Call or text 484-574-8868 or visit And follow us for pop-up events, retro inspo, and more! Please welcome back our returning pod sponsor, Jay Adam Photography !! Jay provides quality, artistic, innovative photography with quick turnaround. Be sure to check out his latest pics from the top promotions here in the northeast and much more stellar content. Contact Jay at Jay Vogel for promo shots at events or off site, match photos, and much more!! Thank you Jay!! Jay Vogel Please welcome in our new pod sponsor for 2025 the @Ropes N Riffs Podcast featuring maestro John Kiernan speaking with the Stars of professional wrestling about in ring, tunage, gear, and more!! Check out John's interviews with the likes of Lince Dorado, Mercedes Martinez, and more!! Find the Ropes N Riffs Podcast on all major Podcast platforms!! @Ropes N Riffs Podcast USDN Podcast is run by USDN_Chairman and the Council of Nerds. We bring you all the latest news and rumors from the World of Nerds and consolidate it right here at USDN. USDN is for the people, by the people and of the people. https://www.facebook.com/usdepartmentofnerds USDN Podcast Warriors Of Wrestling (W.O.W) returns to Staten Island for the 18th Anniversary Show on December 6th featuring former WWE Superstar Trevor Lee fka Cameron Grimes, Mike Datello, Danny Storm, Roger Mendez, and more!! Get your tickets now at WarriorsofWrestling.com Brii Combination Wrestling returns to The Mecca in Ridgefield Park, NJ for The match we never got to see goes down at Nightmare at the Mecca! Mr. Darius Carter defends the BCW World Heavyweight Championship against Shawn Donavan
WWE Superstar Natalya on New Book The Last Heart Beating, Training Indie Talent @ The Dungeon And More #Natalya #Nattie #TheLastHartBeating #LastHartbeating #womenswrestling #wwe #raw #smackdown #nxt #Prowrestling #wrestling #indiewrestling #indywrestling #GCW Powered by Twisted Shamrock Studio & Spa Tech Provided by GPW Productions Special Thank you to Tommy Fierro & The Wrestling Collector As Always The BCP is brought to you by our FAVORITE store, Funkenstein Wrestling Superstore located in The Englishtown Flea Market (NJ) from 8 am -3pm Sat & Sunday and online. Get your favorite wrestling merch, retro games, ninja turtles, Ghostbusters, and so much more!! Please welcome in our NEW sponsor, MANIA CLUB . Established in 2015, MANIA CLUB is a WWE recognized community for fans with an eclectic love for both the world of professional wrestling and raising money for Connors Cure. During WrestleMania weekend, we host the official Tailgate of WrestleMania while also celebrating Connor Michalek. They are the single largest donor within the V Foundation for Connors Cure with over $150K raised! Please donate and join the Facebook group at MANIA CLUB The BCP is also sponsored by The No Gimmicks Podcast !! The Pro Wrestling podcast that keeps it 100% real, 100% of the time!! The No Gimmicks Podcast is available wherever you get your podcasts. The No Gimmicks Podcast WRESTLING ALL DAY ALL NIGHT is the best wrestling discussion group on Facebook! We provide more of a community feel here, and have wrestling fans introduce other fans to something they may not have seen before, such as old school wrestling, indie wrestling, Japanese wrestling, and more! We also strive to be a source of information regarding upcoming wrestler meet & greets and signings. And remember, we're open 24/7. All Day. All Night! Be sure to follow on socials and join the group on Facebook at Wrestling All Day All Night Sweet Chin Musings is the creation of the reigning, rarely defending, highly disputed champion of wrestling podcasts, “Mr. Perfect” Mike Mueller, and his tag team partner in crime, Luke Kudialis. SCM focuses on the in-ring product of WWE and AEW (no dirt sheet rumors here), as well as backstage news, predictions and analysis of characters, storylines, and major pay per views. Old school fans, don't worry, we have you covered too, with a look back on classic matches, top 10 lists, and interactive tournaments that let the fans decide who is truly the best of all time. You can find us on Facebook at Sweet Chin Musings , and check out the podcast at https://linktr.ee/SweetChinMusings Please welcome in our returning pod sponsor for the show GPW Productions !! GPW provides your promotion or event with TOP TIER video, audio, production, live streaming, and more!! I can personally vouch for them in saying they are hands down THE BEST Production company I have ever worked with as they have and continue to work with the likes of AEW, GCW, Starrcast, MLW, not to mention the majority of the local independent Promotions in the tri-state area. They can even help you film a vignette or promo for your persona/gimmick. And guess what? GPW doesn't just work in wrestling. They cover MMA, boxing, basketball, or any other sporting event as well!! On a personal note I'd like to thank Michael James Sesko , Frank León , Oneil Andrews & the team for giving me multiple opportunities to work with them and some of the best talent in the world. BOOK GPW for your promotion or event today at contact@gpwproductions.com ISPW Wrestling brings the Independent Superstars of Wrestling to TOTOWA, NJ‼️ ISPW heads to Cedar Grove High School in Cedar Grove, NJ to benefit Cedar Grove Softball on December 6th! ISPW Heavyweight Champion Justin Corino will be forced to team up with “The Revolver” Alex Reiman on orders from ISPW General Manager Rob Williams to take on The Shot Callers for the ISPW Tag Team Titles! Get your tickets now on ISPWWrestling.com Please welcome in our newest podcast sponsor ISPW Weekly featuring host Totowa Tom Mele as he interviews the stars of the ring, uncover their stories, rivalries, and electrifying action that defines ISPW. Catch ISPW Weekly on The ISPW Facebook Page every week!! ISPW Wrestling Looking to press play on feeling good again? Twisted Shamrock Studios & Spa —Delaware County's Retro Recovery Rebels—are here to rewind time and reboot the way you heal. From therapeutic massage and assisted stretch therapy to glow-up facials and energy work—this is where function meets feel-good. Perfect for athletes, overachievers, and everyday Joes & Janes who need real relief with a vintage twist. Reboot your body. Recharge your soul. Rock the retro vibe. Call or text 484-574-8868 or visit And follow us for pop-up events, retro inspo, and more! Please welcome back our returning pod sponsor, Jay Adam Photography !! Jay provides quality, artistic, innovative photography with quick turnaround. Be sure to check out his latest pics from the top promotions here in the northeast and much more stellar content. Contact Jay at Jay Vogel for promo shots at events or off site, match photos, and much more!! Thank you Jay!! Jay Vogel Please welcome in our new pod sponsor for 2025 the @Ropes N Riffs Podcast featuring maestro John Kiernan speaking with the Stars of professional wrestling about in ring, tunage, gear, and more!! Check out John's interviews with the likes of Lince Dorado, Mercedes Martinez, and more!! Find the Ropes N Riffs Podcast on all major Podcast platforms!! @Ropes N Riffs Podcast USDN Podcast is run by USDN_Chairman and the Council of Nerds. We bring you all the latest news and rumors from the World of Nerds and consolidate it right here at USDN. USDN is for the people, by the people and of the people. https://www.facebook.com/usdepartmentofnerds USDN Podcast Warriors Of Wrestling (W.O.W) returns to Staten Island for the 18th Anniversary Show on December 6th featuring former WWE Superstar Trevor Lee fka Cameron Grimes, Mike Datello, Danny Storm, Roger Mendez, and more!! Get your tickets now at WarriorsofWrestling.com Brii Combination Wrestling returns to The Mecca in Ridgefield Park, NJ for The match we never got to see goes down at Nightmare at the Mecca! Mr. Darius Carter defends the BCW World Heavyweight Championship against Shawn Donavan
PREVIEW: Significance of Crown Prince MBS's White House Visit Guest: Jonathan Schanzer John Batchelor speaks with Jonathan Schanzer about Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's (MBS) White House visit, with Schanzer explaining that MBS, controlling Mecca and Medina, holds immense influence as the "Vatican for the Muslim world," noting that while Hamas answers to patrons like Iran, they cannot ignore the pragmatic Saudis, and Schanzer sees great promise in MBS discussing normalization and closer partnership with the US. 1926