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The Conditional Release Program
The Two Jacks - Episode 168 - Melons, Migrants and Meandering Polls

The Conditional Release Program

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2026 93:19


This one is Claude Sonnet 5 - did a decent job. Got Gemini to do it at the same time and it was SHIT. --------------------------Jack the Insider and Hong Kong Jack open with an air-conditioner instalation story that would give any WHS officer a heart attack, before diving into the immigration debate consuming the Western world, Albo's cringeworthy podcast melon gag and the diplomatic fallout with Japan, Angus Taylor's Twitter misfire, a grim Newspoll for Labor, the conviction of former Bishop Christopher Saunders, the unravelling Mahmoud Fazal/Four Corners scandal, an AI Royal Commission, Israel's rejection of the Gaza peace plan, Ukraine's drone edge, a spot of Marxism 101, and a bumper sports wrap covering the Ashes build-up, Geelong's concussion waiver scandal and the NRL's new PNG and Perth franchises.00:00:26 — Cold open: Hong Kong air-con drama. Hong Kong Jack recounts tradesmen scaling the building exterior, tying off to a sewer pipe and rigging a platform in under an hour — a workplace safety non-starter back home.00:01:20 — Immigration policy in limbo. Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke pulls his National Press Club address after Cabinet gets cold feet on migration numbers; One Nation capitalises on the vacuum.00:02:17 — Paul Kelly on the West's immigration reckoning. The hosts unpack Kelly's column on multiculturalism's failures in Europe versus its comparative success in Australia, New Zealand, Canada and the US, and why a clear pathway to national identity matters.00:04:23 — The politician/public disconnect. A Financial Times study (John Burn-Murdoch) showing big gaps between public and political opinion on migrant assimilation across Britain, Germany, the Netherlands and Sweden.00:06:10 — Is the far right the cause or the symptom? A robust back-and-forth on whether One Nation, AfD, Reform UK and Le Pen's party are driving the backlash or simply capitalising on governments that lost control of migration systems.00:08:50 — Albo's podcast melon gag fallout. The PM's crass "melons" line about the Japanese Prime Minister on a comedy podcast draws a diplomatic complaint from Tokyo and calls for an apology he still hasn't given.00:10:39 — Why politicians chase the "youth" podcast circuit. Discussion of Albo's ties to Sandilands-style FM radio and whether the audience numbers justify the reputational risk.00:12:32 — Latika Bourke's double standard question. Would a corporate CEO survive the same scrutiny as a Prime Minister? The Jacks disagree on how novel the standard really is.00:14:14 — Angus Taylor's Twitter misfire. A dissected, over-written tweet accusing the "socialist" Albanese government lands badly — "people might think they're bumbling fools, but they don't think they're socialist."00:15:53 — Angus Taylor and the ICAC donation question. A circular exchange over an unresolved email regarding a potential donation tied to a group under ICAC scrutiny.00:17:52 — Coalition social media strategy. Jane Hume's five-a-day Instagram habit and whether the Coalition's messaging is landing with anyone at this point in the electoral cycle.00:18:52 — Productivity and work-from-home. Westpac CEO Anthony Miller warns rates could stay elevated into 2028 without a productivity fix; Victoria shelves its work-from-home legislation ahead of the planned 1 September start.00:21:36 — Red tape and the housing/business regulation debate. Building approval bottlenecks, the Coalition's building-standards rollback proposal, and why company/tax reporting (not ABN registration) is the real handicap for small business.00:24:14 — Newspoll: Labor's primary vote "plunges." Labor down to 29 percent (from 31), described by the Jacks as more "meandering" than plunging — with a look at how far off Labor is from its 34.5 percent election benchmark.00:25:31 — Kos Samaras/RedBridge on the new voter blocs. A breakdown of Labor's inner-city, under-45, migrant-heavy base; One Nation's mortgage-stressed, outer-suburban trades vote; and the Coalition's shrinking, wealthy, over-55 remnant — plus where the Jacks think the analysis oversimplifies.00:28:42 — How the Coalition lost its heartland. Reflections on 19 years of Coalition government since Howard, the failure to read demographic warning signs, and the loss of both the "asset rich" and "asset poor" ends of its old coalition.00:31:49 — Content warning: child sexual abuse. Former Bishop of Broome Christopher Saunders, 76, found guilty of one count of sexual penetration and multiple indecent assault charges against a young Indigenous man; sentencing yet to be scheduled.00:32:50 — Saunders' pattern of behaviour. Allegations of financial mismanagement, smuggling alcohol into dry Indigenous communities, a 2019 police raid uncovering exploitation material, and a Vatican finding he likely abused Indigenous youth.00:34:59 — The Bishop Ronald Mulkearns parallel. The Ballarat bishop's Royal Commission appearance and mysterious final holiday hosted by Saunders in Broome shortly before his death.00:37:06 — The Four Corners/Mahmoud Fazal scandal. Fazal's background as a self-described former Mongols bike gang sergeant-at-arms turned journalist; his Cocaine Nation and Meth Highway reports pulled from air, along with a Background Briefing program.00:38:33 — Media Watch's verdict. Linton Besser's assessment that Fazal was "embellishing his journalism," and how ABC's editorial oversight failed across two flagship programs.00:39:39 — The Jordan Shanks (Friendly Jordies) threat allegations. Fazal's alleged role relaying threats from the Alameddine crime family after Shanks' house was firebombed twice; Fazal disputes the death-threat characterisation.00:41:36 — Where journalism crosses into participation. Jack the Insider's personal rule against interviewing active criminals, and a wider discussion of when reporters become "players" rather than observers — including a detour to the "Poison Dwarf," Clayton Milne.00:46:20 — A 2006 ice epidemic documentary as the gold standard. A comparison piece where public health officials and police saw the crystal meth wave coming years before government — done properly, without masked, unverifiable sources.00:48:21 — South Australia's $3 million AI Royal Commission. Premier Peter Malinauskas announces the inquiry; the Jacks are sceptical it will produce much, suspecting it's more about attracting AI investment.00:49:27 — The AI investment bubble risk. Massive capital flowing into Anthropic, Meta and Google versus cheaper, competitive Chinese models — and what that imbalance could mean for the S&P 500's AI-heavy weighting.00:51:00 — Israel rejects Trump's 15-point Gaza plan. Distrust that Hamas will disarm, and why the stakes feel existential rather than abstract for Israelis.00:52:32 — Israel's 27 October election. Netanyahu's fragile coalition, Ben-Gvir and Finance Minister Smotrich's collapsing poll numbers, and the growing backlash over ultra-Orthodox exemptions from IDF service.00:57:09 — Ukraine: Starlink access and drone warfare. Elon Musk restricting Ukrainian Starlink use against Russia, a declined meeting with Trump, and Ukraine's drone successes — including a joint exercise with US forces in Germany.01:00:29 — Reports of distress aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln. Unconfirmed accounts of sailors going overboard after roughly ten months of continuous deployment.01:01:52 — Stephen Kotkin on Marxism's enduring appeal. Why intellectuals keep returning to Marxist ideas despite the historical body count — and a tangent on campus recruitment, ASIO and the "special role" intellectuals imagine for themselves.01:05:15 — Iran, Cambodia and the fate of the intellectual class. Historical examples of revolutions turning on the intelligentsia that helped bring them about.01:06:06 — Sport check: the Ashes build-up begins. Australia's shaky start against Bangladesh, Steve Smith's lucky reprieve, and questions over Alex Carey's batting position and the middle order.01:08:24 — Selection headaches: Labuschagne and Nathan Lyon. Marnus Labuschagne's technical struggles and whether Lyon plays out the year, with the World Test Championship and next year's Ashes on the horizon.01:11:03 — Geelong's concussion contract waiver scandal. A player reportedly signing away his right to sue over concussion management; questions over why the club didn't submit the waiver to the AFL or AFLPA, and calls for points deductions rather than fines.01:16:04 — Jake Kelly's likely retirement and player consent. Whether it matters who initiated the waiver, and why players will "sign anything" to keep playing despite long-term brain injury risks.01:18:30 — NRL expansion: PNG Chiefs and Perth Bears. Tax-free salaries giving PNG Chiefs an effective cap advantage, players relocating to a purpose-built village in Port Moresby, and Perth's 2027 entry into the competition.01:22:36 — Poaching rugby fans, AFL's expansion and wildcard finals. The Perth Bears' leadership, Tasmania Devils' draft concessions, Nigel Lappin's coaching move, and early impressions of the AFL's new wildcard finals round.

KSL Greenhouse
How to tell if your melons are ripe

KSL Greenhouse

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2026 35:05


Welcome to the KSL Greenhouse show! Join hosts Maria Shilaos and Taun Beddes as they talk about all things plants, tackle your toughest gardening questions, and offer tips that can help you maintain a beautiful yard.  Listen on Saturdays from 8am to 11am at 102.7 FM, 1160 AM, kslnewsradio.com, or on the KSL NewsRadio app. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram at @kslgreenhouse. Happy planting! #KSLGreenhouse 

KSL Greenhouse
KSL Greenhouse Full Show August 15th, 2026: Taking care of your plants in the heat

KSL Greenhouse

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2026 103:55


Welcome to the KSL Greenhouse show! Join hosts Maria Shilaos and Taun Beddes as they talk about all things plants, tackle your toughest gardening questions, and offer tips that can help you maintain a beautiful yard.  Todays Topics:Plant of the Week: Purple Coneflower How to see if your Melons are Ripe Treating heat scorch Listen on Saturdays from 8am to 11am at 102.7 FM, 1160 AM, kslnewsradio.com, or on the KSL NewsRadio app. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram at @kslgreenhouse. Happy planting! #KSLGreenhouse 

SBS World News Radio
Takaichi's melons, has AI gone rogue? And Dobby's electric beach

SBS World News Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2026 42:36


Australia's PM is in hot water over his comments about a gift from his Japanese counterpart, North Korea rides to Russia's rescue and will Netanyahu's rejection of Trump's Gaza plan come back to bite him? Plus, AI runs amok while the world struggles to control it. and Dobby the house elf stops a power project.

Tommy's Brownload
368: Surya Graham!

Tommy's Brownload

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2026 86:05


We're at Kanchans restaurant in Ilford for this one! Sach has been helping our culture to go viral, Kej has been with the rich and famous in LA (that's Los Angeles, not Lallu's Anonymous!) And I've got 99 problems and the bitch is one! We're talking solar eclipse, KFC's new naan burger and why none of my Gujarati community has ever told me the brilliant word for Melons! Enjoy this one (we did!!)… and we'll see you on the 10th September for the live recording at the London Podcast festival (in King's Cross)

The Signal
Annabel Crabb on 'melon-gate' week

The Signal

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2026 16:09


Anthony Albanese's comments on a comedy podcast last month about the Japanese prime minister's gift of melons have been making headlines all week. It's the second time he's faced backlash over the podcast episode, after remarks he made about Kylie Minogue sparked controversy last time. Today, the ABC's Annabel Crabb on what prompted a second round of outrage, the fallout that's followed and why it all went so wrong for the Prime Minister. Featured:  Annabel Crabb, ABC writer and presenter

Please Explain
The melon story – Is the prime minister just really bad at saying sorry?

Please Explain

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2026 26:38 Transcription Available


We’re back to talking about melons and the podcast interview that continues to cause dramas for the prime minister. Six weeks ago, Anthony Albanese appeared on a podcast called ‘Bush Deep’ and was asked about the worst gift he received. Melons, he replied, gifted to him by Japanese prime minister. What was said, and not said, has become the focus of attacks from the media, the Coalition and One Nation this week. So why has the issue reared its head again? And is it affecting Albanese’s reputation or are the Coalition and co over-egging it? While all this was going on, the main game for the government was economic management.Rates were placed on hold, but the Reserve Bank boss Michelle Bullock reminded everyone that she’d raise them if she had to. It comes as all the big banks forecast further drop-offs in house values – aren’t more affordable homes what we want? Or are the government's tax changes wreaking havoc on our struggling economy? Today’s episode is hosted by Jacqueline Maley, with chief political correspondent Paul Sakkal.Subscribe to The Age & SMH: https://subscribe.smh.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Please Explain
The melon story – Is the prime minister just really bad at saying sorry?

Please Explain

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2026 26:38 Transcription Available


We’re back to talking about melons and the podcast interview that continues to cause dramas for the prime minister. Six weeks ago, Anthony Albanese appeared on a podcast called ‘Bush Deep’ and was asked about the worst gift he received. Melons, he replied, gifted to him by Japanese prime minister. What was said, and not said, has become the focus of attacks from the media, the Coalition and One Nation this week. So why has the issue reared its head again? And is it affecting Albanese’s reputation or are the Coalition and co over-egging it? While all this was going on, the main game for the government was economic management.Rates were placed on hold, but the Reserve Bank boss Michelle Bullock reminded everyone that she’d raise them if she had to. It comes as all the big banks forecast further drop-offs in house values – aren’t more affordable homes what we want? Or are the government's tax changes wreaking havoc on our struggling economy? Today’s episode is hosted by Jacqueline Maley, with chief political correspondent Paul Sakkal.Subscribe to The Age & SMH: https://subscribe.smh.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kennedy Molloy Catchup - Triple M Network
Vaccinated Chicken Nuggets | '26 EP 122

Kennedy Molloy Catchup - Triple M Network

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2026 86:07


FULL SHOW : Is Albo in trouble for talking about the Japanese Prime Minister's Melons, Aussie Cricket Legend Merv Hughes joins us down the line from Darwin, Gilly has a message for Roo after his revelation of nicking something of his, the Jonas Brothers are the Half Time entertainment for the NFL and there's a Bird Flu lockdown. Catch Mick in the Morning, with Roo, Titus & Rosie LIVE from 6-9am weekdays on 105.1 Triple M Melbourne or via the LiSTNR app. Mick In The Morning Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/molloy Triple M Melbourne Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/triplemmelb Send Us A Voice Memo: https://memo.fm/mickinthemorning/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The West Live Podcast
Why Albo's Japanese melons are so special & what they taste like

The West Live Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2026 1:43


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ABC News Top Stories
The furore over Albanese and Japanese melons explained

ABC News Top Stories

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2026 4:11


The Prime Minister continues to be attacked by his political opponents over comments he made about the Japanese prime minister and a gift of melons. Anthony Albanese spoke about the fruit on a comedy podcast last month, while making hand gestures in front of his chest.He's since denied he was being disrespectful to Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.What is the furore all about?

RNZ: Nine To Noon
Australia: PM's melons gaffe, parties' migration plans

RNZ: Nine To Noon

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2026 2:27


Australia correspondent Bernard Keane. Bernard Keane is political editor for Crikey.com.au

Ben Fordham: Highlights
‘Missing melons' - Barnaby Joyce on PM's gift controversy

Ben Fordham: Highlights

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2026 6:23


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Alan Jones Daily Comments
‘Missing melons' - Barnaby Joyce on PM's gift controversy

Alan Jones Daily Comments

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2026 6:23


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Hebrew Nation Online
Dr Hollisa Alewine – Footsteps of Messiah Part 205 (The Pirates of Our Times)

Hebrew Nation Online

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2026 46:06


The Pirates of our Times   Huge! This Changes Everything! Secrets Revealed! The Real Reason… ALL CAPS! What You're Not Supposed to Know About… Something That Shouldn't Exist… See Recipe in Comments Below[1]     Is this what it takes to get our attention now?   You would think so. When we search through YouTube looking for a favorite news outlet, we now slog through sensationalist titles and AI-generated title pages that entice us to view by showing extreme emotions: anger, fear, distress, shock.   Not comforting, is it?   It's a weekly challenge for me when I try to choose a graphic that authentically represents the content of the teaching. At some point I think we have to admit that no matter how intriguing the title or graphic, mostly the same people will read and the same people will delete. Probably at most, an especially intriguing title will cause a tiny percentage of people to open an email who normally delete it. We are becoming more wise…or perhaps fatigued…with sensationalist content.   The ability of AI[2] to offer us not just curated viewing, shopping, music, or social media posts, but to communicate with us like an actual person in Customer Service chats or Chat GPT, creates an illusion of an interested and caring person we know. How cool is it that YouTube lets me know when a new beading or archaeology video is released?   Honestly, though, it's digital machinery that has been fed immeasurable amounts of data. As I found out last week, it's also been fed pirated books (Creation Gospel workbooks!) and videos (Creation Gospel videos!). The AI in turn cheerfully offers the information free to seekers.   There was a foreshadowing of this back in 2003 when we first went online with www.israelnet.tv, offering teaching programs from some of the best-known Messianic teachers of the day. Our tech guy contacted us and said he was watching someone download multiple programs simultaneously in real time. This was in spite of clear copyright cautions. We only had permission from the teachers to stream to our audience, not to re-distribute the programs for personal use.   With a little bit of investigative work, we tracked down the email address of the pirate. My burning question was, what kind of person steals Bible teaching? There's much more lucrative content out there. Bible teaching? Really?   I sent the faceless Torah pirate an email, and kindly but firmly explained that we knew he was downloading copyrighted programs. I also explained that we did not have permission to distribute the material randomly; we were only licensed for the specific use on Israelnet.   Instead of an apology, the pirate went into the old trope: The Bible doesn't belong to anyone. It's free. Bible teaching should be free.   Pretext.   Aaargh, matey!   Sure the Bible is free. They're in the top drawer of any hotel nightstand. An institution known as the Gideons gives away free Bibles. Most people have an extra copy they'd be happy to give away. But there was a reason Yeshua chose one of the disciples to carry the donation money bag.   Even though Yeshua was quite handy with multiplying loaves and fishes, they had to eat.   Relying on miracles instead of working is not the Scriptural example. Miracles are for when we reach the limit of human skill, access, or knowledge.   In my reply to the gentleman pirate, I agreed that the Bible is free. In fact, our Creation Gospel programs and workbook royalties are designated to support Torah-based orphanages, not pay salaries. My husband and I had full time jobs, so we didn't rely on donations to pay the grocery bill or car payment. We donated our time and money. Other teachers, however, were full time ministers. They needed the income to support their ministries and families.   Not being as handy with loaves and fishes as Yeshua, they had to eat.   At the least, if this gentleman wanted to re-distribute the teachers' programs, then he should obtain permission like Israelnet did. He should explain why the costs the teachers incurred, such as travel, studio, equipment, utility bills, (our streaming T-1 line back then was $1000 per month!), software, etc., was okay for him to remove from their pockets because he knew better than they did to whom their teaching and production work should be disseminated.   So in our times, AI developers are free to redistribute all the intellectual property it can consume, even apologizing for not listing everything due to “copyright rules.” It's like nodding and saying “no” at the same time.   It's not something we'll change, however. In fact, it's so incorporated into our daily activities that it's probably impossible to disconnect unless we go off-grid. We're being sluiced down that funnel faster and faster. The current Western trend toward socialism and communism is a symptom. The pirate's reasoning that all Biblical content should be free is rapidly expanding. We feel entitled to confiscate anyone else's hard work because it's the “moral” thing to do. Share. Lift up the downtrodden. Love your neighbor.   Sometimes we feign asking permission by passing onerous laws to tax and take property. Others simply take without permission and know that the wealth from it will more than equip them to face their accusers in court by the time it makes it that far. The ultimate settlement is calculated as the cost of doing pirated business. The Author's Guild reports that the median annual income from book sales is just $15,000 for full-time authors. We're not all John Grisham. The authors are never going to recover the income they've lost to pirates and AI even when the case makes it to court.   Yes, I agree. Love your neighbor as yourself.   But what about “Thou shalt not steal”? That's in the Bible, too.   Pretext.   Yes, that's what the Torah calls it.   A pretext is when we make up a reason to conceal the actual reason we do or don't do something. Pretext tends to spread like wildfire. We'd all like to avoid confronting our own fears, failures, laziness, aggressiveness, greed, or apathy if someone can come up with a pretext that sounds way better than “my fear,” “my laziness,” “my aggressiveness,” or “my greed.”   Numbers 11:1-6 is an example of a pretext:   “Now the people became like those who complain of adversity in the hearing of the LORD; and when the LORD heard it, His anger was kindled, and the fire of the LORD burned among them and consumed some of the outskirts of the camp… The rabble who were among them had greedy desires; and also the sons of Israel wept again and said, “Who will give us meat to eat? We remember the fish which we used to eat free in Egypt, the cucumbers and the melons and the leeks and the onions and the garlic, but now our appetite is gone. There is nothing at all to look at except this manna.”   The fire started with a taste for free meat and fish. This was the pretext. They even invented facts to go with the pretext: we ate free fish in Egypt; we have no appetite.   The opposite was true. The fish wasn't free in Egypt. Even the straw for the bricks they had to find for themselves. They did, too, have an appetite. The ignoramuses even listed all the things they were craving.   The manna, the Word of Heaven was not tasty enough for their uncontrolled, greedy appetites.   It helps to know what preceded the complaining. For the first time, the organized camp moved with the Tabernacle, following the Ark of the Covenant and expected to give feet to the commandments they'd learned:   “So they moved out for the first time according to the commandment of the LORD through Moses.” (Nu 10:13)   The Israelites had entered a new stage of responsibility in their walk to the Promised Land. No longer newly-saved milk-dependent babes in the wilderness, they had multiple commandments in which to walk. They were now organized by camp, directed by leadership. There was no map to their journey, only the Ark that traveled ahead looking for the place for them to rest.   When we don't know exactly what lies ahead, we often look back. What we see when we look back takes on a glory and sheen that it never had when we were living it. Truth be told, we were miserable. But those reconstructed memories and invented facts make great pretexts.   Our present challenge is more than just leaking away of intellectual property or orphanage funds through pretexts or outright theft. Like I said, we won't stop this flood until Yeshua returns. There's no way to separate out an answer on a search engine that was stolen versus one that was taken from an open source. Our present challenge is more than just clickbaiting viewers or listeners to read, watch, or listen to a program when they have thousands of choices each day.   Let's put the two together.   We are in a transition period. We hear the footsteps of Messiah. We also know that the period just preceding his return is one of chaos, turmoil, war, weather phenomena, family conflict, rebellion, and mass confusion.   In the middle of this, a remnant is called out of that darkness in the “wilderness of the peoples.” What we feel as tribulation is really just a test. Tribulation is for the unrepentant. Yet, we, too, become scared, nervous, anxious, and angry. We're not sure we know how to follow the Ark. Organization? The Beast uses those! Help!   Yes, the Beast is full of cravings and greedy desires. He does use organizations to clickbait and entice us, to offer us any pretext for complaining about the journey. To overwhelm us with “free” choices: Cucumbers? Fish? Melons? Garlic? Onions? Pick me! Pick me! I love free!   All our choices do cost something no matter the pretext or the truth of the Word. The only free thing is our salvation. After that is a wilderness journey of learning, and each lesson costs us some effort. And unlike the wilderness of the first Exodus, this Greater Exodus doesn't come with a visible Moses or a leadership appointed by him. This is a bit scarier because it's more than a bit greater than the first one! (Je 16:14-15; 23:7-8; Is 43:16-19)   You know what? I used AI to look up those verses faster than I could on Logos. I don't think AI is the Beast. It's a tool, but we need to know how to and how not to use it, just like we need to know how to use and not use the organizations to which we belong or which we use. We don't put faith in government, medicine, recreation, education, or any other system. We use them, but they will ultimately fail…repeatedly. They are tools, but they are not the Kingdom. We must recognize where they fail and use them wisely where they are honest and successful.   While the wicked and lukewarm world with no clear direction enters this stage of confusion that precedes the Kingdom, knowing only an indiscriminate throwing off of every yoke, we are to walk with clarity. Training in the Word equips us, calms us, balances us.   This is why I know that trying to find the most enticing graphic or clickbait title is not going to get lots more people to open a newsletter. In fact, statistics tell me that fewer than 50% even open the weekly email.   People are weary and wary. When they do open those links that imply they HOLD THE NEXT GREATEST SECRET CONSPIRACY, they already anticipate that it will under-deliver.  They know we're overrun with the pirates of our time. It's kind of like those sea monkeys I ordered from the back of a comic book when I was seven years old. I still have no idea what that cloudy mess was, but the ads made me think something alive, mysterious, and fascinating could be had for the cost of postage and few bucks.   And I get it.   I, too, have to search for ways to promote books like Scorpions Ascent or a conference, to politely ask the readers or viewers for a minute or two to consider whether the book or event is a good fit for them. I don't want to be a time pirate, yet on the other hand, if we don't do something to attract the eye, the message is shouted down by edgier content producers. At what point do we become a time pirate? These are wilderness dilemmas, but Yeshua goes ahead of us so we won't get lost.   My prayer is that we are quietly growing a trained remnant that doesn't need superlatives, all caps, world-shaking prophecy insights, and carnival ride doctrines. They are faithfully collecting tasty manna in the Torah portions each week. They don't need pretexts to justify their lust for the doctrinal carnival rides because they are not afraid of walking in the chaos Scripture warned us would accompany the period before Yeshua's return.   AI can only appear to know you by your first name. It cannot know you at all. It is data programmed to identify your habits captured either legally or illegally by analyzing your keystrokes, questions, searches, and preferences. The upside is a quick search for a simple, non-life-changing question. The downside is that from now until Yeshua comes, we will not likely know for sure what images or voices are real. Oh yeah, that's in the Bible, too.   A minister of pretext doesn't really know you, either. He or she knows human fears, greed, cravings, laziness…even the good desire to do righteous things for your neighbor. The minister of pretext's bait draws out the “rabble,” sharing confusion and darkness because they feed one another half-truths that become whole lies. In the end, it consumes them together. It doesn't bear the fruit of righteous things. He's a pirate who baits our scroll…em…scrolling time.   As we navigate this greater exodus, let us deliver what the apostles of Yeshua delivered and what Moses and the leaders in the wilderness delivered. Truth. Truth still matters.   A human being doing the honest work of the Kingdom can hold truth and the good of others at the same time. It can give without stealing. Truth can be firmly upheld without being unkind. It can make manna tastier than anything from The French Laundry.   That is something the world desperately needs right now. Real human beings unafraid of the giants, robots, and raging, confused nutters. Strong, yet gentle messengers of Yeshua aren't driven by their own fears, but by the good news promises of the gospel. They may not remember where you shopped online six months ago or that you like loom beading videos, but they know you are the Father’s treasured possession. This kind of knowing becomes a comfort to others:   For our exhortation does not come from error or impurity or by way of deceit; but just as we have been approved by God to be entrusted with the gospel, so we speak, not as pleasing men, but God who examines our hearts. For we never came with flattering speech, as you know, nor with a pretext for greed—God is witness—nor did we seek glory from men, either from you or from others, even though as apostles of Christ we might have asserted our authority. But we proved to be gentle among you, as a nursing mother tenderly cares for her own children. Having so fond an affection for you, we were well-pleased to impart to you not only the gospel of God but also our own lives, because you had become very dear to us. (1 Th 2:3-8)   Isn't this a great passage Paul wrote to comfort the Thessalonians? These are words of relationship, not something Paul asked AI to write for him. Even back then, the recipient of a letter could sniff out a genuine letter from AI. A pastor who loves the flock is a gift from above AI will never duplicate.   This Shabbat is “Shabbat Nachamu,” the Shabbat of Comfort that follows the fast of Tisha B'Av. The readings for the weeks following are also comforts that the destructions will someday come to an end, and the hard work of walking through the chaos and confusion of the wilderness will come to an end.   The great thing about the Ark seeking out a resting place for the Israelites three days' journey ahead of them in the wilderness? It is said that its cloud lifted up the low places, leveled the high places, and killed the scorpions and snakes in their path. It shaded them from the heat or cold. The journey was nothing to be afraid of, nothing  for which they needed to collect pretexts beforehand for failures. They were being afforded the comforts they would need even through the challenges of the journey.   It was those on the fringes the cloud had expelled for complaining who were consumed by the fire. It's way bumpier and hotter out there where the cover of the clouds of glory is thin. The Presence of the Father can also sniff out a reluctant traveler on this journey. Leave the pretexts out there in the fire with the pirates, and report to your place in the cloud.   Complaining is the opposite of comforting. Complaining is the opposite of comforting. Complaining is the opposite of comforting.   “'Comfort, O comfort My people,' says your God. ‘Speak kindly to Jerusalem; and call out to her, that her warfare has ended, that her iniquity has been removed, that she has received of the LORD'S hand double for all her sins.'A voice is calling, ‘Clear the way for the LORD in the wilderness; make smooth in the desert a highway for our God. Let every valley be lifted up and every mountain and hill be made low; and let the rough ground become a plain, and the rugged terrain a broad valley; then the glory of the LORD will be revealed, and all flesh will see it together;' for the mouth of the LORD has spoken.” (Is 40:1-5)     [1] The recipe in Comments will be a link that ka-chings the content provider's account and takes you to a “recipe page” that buries the recipe within dozens of ads. Clickbait. [2] Fun Hebrew/English Coincidence Fact: The first AI pirate: in Hebrew: ?????, Ai means “heap of ruins.” It was a Canaanite city located just east of Bethel. It was the site of a major battle in the Book of Joshua. At first, the Israelites were defeated because a warrior named Achan (“troubling, troubler”) took treasure and hid it. After Achan was put to death, Joshua led a successful military ambush to capture and destroy the city. Pirates of Ai are in a heap of trouble. Please SUBSCRIBE to our newsletter to get new teachings.

For Your Distraction
Recast Show - Ep. 249 - Disney Melons (7/31/22)

For Your Distraction

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2026 68:16


Enjoy this recast of a classic episode until the guys are back from jet setting.   https://www.tiktok.com/@foryourdistraction https://www.tiktok.com/@grizzled_takes?lang=en https://www.tiktok.com/@malenky10?lang=en https://fydpodcast.podbean.com/ Facebook - www.facebook.com/foryourdistraction feeds.feedburner.com/foryourdistraction https://www.patreon.com/ForYourDistraction YouTube - www.youtube.com/channel/UCuEgNqvW…JPRHxHrA/featured For Your Distraction is a member of the Electronic Media Collective! To listen to us and more great shows head to electronicmediacollective.com/distraction/

Food For the Future Hosted by Peggy O’Neil
Season 5 Episode 10:“Kitchen Garden: Join Peggy with family farmers Nathan Tebokkel and Alex Chesney from Thames River Melons to learn about bees and this year's honey season.”

Food For the Future Hosted by Peggy O’Neil

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2026 20:26


“Kitchen Garden: Join Peggy with family farmers Nathan Tebokkel and Alex Chesney from Thames River Melons to learn about bees and this year's honey season.”

Have Kids, They Said…

On today's episode, Rich and Nicole are...back...we're sorry about that...Anyhoo! It is "officially" summer! Remembering your checkups to stay healthy. What are your thoughts on kids swearing? And snitches get stitches. Rich's affair with the blue flame has a surprise extension. Nicole's family tension came to a head, and someone is no longer their baby. Rich saw an idea for dads. Dropping shows that just take too long. Justice for DIglett.  Thank you for liking, subscribing, sharing...each thing helps our village grow! Have Kids, They Said... is a SiriusXM Network Podcast made by Nicole Ryan and Rich Davis.If you'd like to send us a message or ask a question email us at HKTSpod@gmail.comFollow on social media:Instagram @havekidstheysaidpodNicole @mashupnicoleRich @richdavisand @siriusxm Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On est tous debout... toute la journée à Montréal

On parle d’un nouveau gadget qui va faire fureur dans les festivals. On se remémore les meilleurs jouets de notre enfance. Et on vous explique pourquoi il pleut plus souvent la fin de semaine ! BRYAN nous prépare en musique pour les après-bals ! FÉLIXON nous parle de son projet de commerce sur Mars ANDRÉE-ANNE présente sa liste pour avoir l’été de votre vie ! Bonne écoute !

Northernlion's Isaac Banter
Repentance on Stream #178 and 179 (06/18/2021 - 06/19/2021)

Northernlion's Isaac Banter

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2026 66:58


Check out the show on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XpooeG6v2Bk&list=PLzlOUy5O5WpfrW07p50dtK55vnb7CcK1h&pp=sAgCRepentance on Stream #178 (06/18/2021)(00:00) Melons and Manufactured Outrage(07:48) Statistics and Probability(15:23) Drinking Habits(20:06) Regional Foods(29:54) Spoilers and Childhood MoviesRepentance on Stream #179 (06/19/2021)(40:42) Crypto and NFTs(52:01) Customer Service Interactions

Hanksy Panksy
41 - Infamous: A Case of Raging Melons

Hanksy Panksy

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2026 77:27


Head on out Kansas way to investigate a case of true crime, real life shenanigans starring... Truman Capote? And Sandra B. it turns out. But definitely grab a suitcase full of expensive coats and hop the train to jokes like: puffy cheeks, The Capotometer™, when the v-v-itch is back, hummus among us, occuptaionals, doin' it for the 'rents and... Veggie Tales?!

Adult Empire Podcast
Melony Melons

Adult Empire Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2026 50:18


The multi-talented Melony Melons is larger than life in every sense of the expression. She joins the Adult Empire Podcast to discuss her remarkable career journey, which has led her from stripping to cooking to her current success in the adult industry. She also covers authenticity in performances, her approach to health and wellness, her future plans, and much more.

The Morning Rumble Catchup Podcast

00.00.00: Someone's Shelving Coffee 00.03.02: Lost In the Bush 00.16.11: What Did You Walk Away From? 00.27.13: Who Would Be A Good Spy? 00.32.10: The Bryce Is Right 00.34.46: Eye Injuries 00.44.16: Mitch's Crusade

L'ofici d'educar
Els melons oberts de l'FP: "Estigma, g

L'ofici d'educar

Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2026 55:50


Can't Play Kanter
Salmons encocats, sobrereaccionem al segon cap de setmana dels PO

Can't Play Kanter

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2026 87:57


Al CPK 353:· El The Guardian ens porta un estudi científic on uns pipiolos van decidir donar-li cocaïna a uns salmons " a veure què pasava". Us hi podíem haver dit tots el que passaria, no? Putos científics!· Segon cap de setmana dels PO al pap, parlem de les sèries i els partits que ens han fet aixecar-nos del sofà per cirdar pel balcó: CJ McCollum, KAT per fi agafant les claus; la censura a l'NBA, l'ambientasso a Portland, Scoot, Wemby sent imparable, Harper fent-se gran; la borratxera desmessurada que va ser el quart partit a Toronto, el tenir sempre més ganes que ningú altre, l'equip dels sospitosos habituals fent-se caca un altre cop; les lesions a Minnesota, Ayo, Baguette Biyombo sent el millor, temporada de Melons amb Jokic, ...

The Adam Dunn Show
TADS031326 - Ben Samuelson w/ Seed & Soil Maine & Stoner Rob - "Too High To Remember What I Forgot" ADS 03-13-26

The Adam Dunn Show

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2026 142:20


You're in Luck! this Fri the 13th we have a full show for you. First Zooming in from Maine we have Ben Samuelson from @seedandsoilmaine a family run homestead seed company that was spawned after living and working on @thehumboldtseedcompanyfarm back in 2019. With a focus on developing cultivars that finish in the short seasons of Maine. Whether it's Fast Flowering varieties,Autos or 1:1's going through look at their website seedandsoilmaine.com and you will see that they are all in for All seeds and plants including Culinary Herbs, Flowers,Medicinal Herbs,Cucurbits (Cucumbers, Melons, Squash, Fabaceae (Legumes - Beans and Peas), Greens. Not to mention a full on Nursery and as of recently a farm stand …. I'm tired just explaining it! Looking forward to finding out more about this family run homestead nursery. We also have Stoner Rob and Andrea our favorite nutritionist coming on to tell us about their latest adventure the 420 Dating Game that has apparently been picked up by Amazon Prime! I can see it now “ I like long bong hits on the beach” “sharing Dabs and chocolate strawberries” luckily we have our in house serial dater that we are signing up for the show. ….right Katie? So get that @dabx GO rig charged your @jerome_baker bong Clean with some ice

Blockbuster Wives
Ep. 122 - Wild Wild West, Kevin Kline's Melons and Ebert's Obsession with them

Blockbuster Wives

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2026 83:53


"Your Political Apathy Sucks" on Bonfire - https://www.bonfire.com/store/your-political-apathy-sucks/Your two favorite 90's babies are dawning their magnetic collars and cowboy hats and are on the run with WILD WILD WEST [1999]!Going forward, Blockbuster Wives will be posting episodes every Thursday to the main feed as well as the Patreon feed. After a few weeks, episodes will be archived and moved exclusively to the Patreon feed. But fear not! You can join for as little as $1/month and have unlimited access to over 100 hours of your two favorite 90's babies!Join today at https://www.patreon.com/blockbusterwivesShow some love for Ebert: https://shorturl.at/vBFU5Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blockbuster-wives/support

The Official TrikePatrol Podcast
TrikePatrol Interview - Melony Melons

The Official TrikePatrol Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2026 27:56


In this episode, we sit down with the stunning Melony Melons for a fascinating and entertaining conversation about her unique journey.

Exciting and New
Back to School

Exciting and New

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2026 58:08


This week on the Exciting & New podcast, Jason, Andy and Dana welcome Jim back on the show as they discuss the 1986 comedy, Back to School.  In this Rodney Dangerfield classic, Sam Kinison, Burt Young and Ned Beatty try to teach two generations of Melons that with enough money, you can be a world class diver   Wait...is that the message?  Maybe Robert Downey Jr, Sally Kellerman and Adrienne Barbeau try to teach them love.  Well, whatever the moral of the story was, it was a really big check.  Enjoy the podcast!Jason, Andy and Dana will discuss a 1986 movie weekly, breaking down all the nonsense there within. The 3 hosts all work together and everyone else around them was getting really annoyed at all the movie talk, so they decided to annoy the world in podcast form.Check out previous seasons to hear them discuss 1982, 1983, 1984 & 1985 movies, as well as a full season of Love Boat episodes (if that is your thing). Plus one-off specials and a weekly mini "what are we watching" podcast.#jezoo74 #aegonzo1 #danacapoferri #exciting_new

Steven Forrest Evolutionary Astrology Podcast

A reader named Clarissa invited me to write about a subject I've not explored here before – the Part of Fortune. Let me start off by saying that it's a technique that's fallen out of my arsenal over the years. That's not because I found it ineffective – with some modern tweaks, I think it's a useful astrological tool. In essence, I stopped using it because I found I was getting to pretty much the same bottom line through other methods, so it became redundant. First, a bow in the direction of the astrologers who have led the renaissance of traditional astrological techniques over the past three decades. They revealed something I didn't know:  traditionally, there were two ways of calculating the Part of Fortune, one if you were born at night and another if you were born during the day. The day-version of the Part of Fortune is what I grew up with, even though I was born at night myself. Back then, that version was all we knew about. One more point before we get rolling. While traditionally the Part of Fortune was viewed as a lucky point connected with pathways to material success and health, my approach to it is less predictive and more evolutionary. To anyone familiar with my attitude toward astrological matters, there's no surprise there. My apologies in advance to those traditional astrologers because what I plan to explore in this newsletter will probably sound somewhere between weird and heretical to them, starting with me not being at all concerned with any distinctions between night births and day births. By the way, sometimes the term “Lot” is used rather than “Part,” and occasionally the Part of Fortune is simply called “Fortuna.” As I understand it, its roots lie in Arabic astrology, where there was an extensive system of these “lots.” As I recall, there was even a “Lot of Melons.”

A Mediocre Time with Tom and Dan
904 - Buzz Ball Pecker Fish

A Mediocre Time with Tom and Dan

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 96:39


* Sponsor read Bart Merrick Team and market confusion * Longtime advertiser becomes platinum client * Advice on buying and selling during rate changes * Friday Free Show opening * BDM Appreciation Week announced * $5 shirt presale and signup info * April 11 members party details * Dad hat merch sale * Construction noise outside studio * Seth absent due to renovation stress * Discussion of stress tolerance and burnout * Stress without recovery worsens coping * Beard turning gray conversation * Biggest regret was starting renovation * Previous mansion sale repair disputes * Video tour of unfinished house * Smart fridge ovens and propane range * Expensive decorative upgrades * Range caused house fire incident * Gaudy luxury house jokes * Wood ceiling beams and playroom prep * Project far behind schedule * Screaming in car lost voice * Wrong appliance finish frustration * Bad contractor work and service issues * Smart oven wifi and Sabbath mode * Limestone tile sealed incorrectly * Entire floor covered in hardened spots * Contractors refused repair job * Chemical strip then mechanical polish * Repair cost about five thousand * Regret selling old house * Marriage strain and cramped rental life * Wife now works at Disney hotel * Increased workload at dojo * Castleberry neighborhood comparison * Broken ride on car giveaway * Boat dock lift completed * Boat stuck in driveway tire issues * Childcare juggling during move * Sleep Number bed delivery trouble * Plumbing and wiring disputes * Move in maybe one to two weeks * Six figures over budget * Savings emotionally drained * Pool dig discovered large root * Extra charges expected * Spiral staircase delivery problems * Karate of Orlando business plug * Dojo pricing confusion email * Premium materials admiration * Tease armed speedboat near Cuba * Cuban Coast Guard shootout story * No child on the boat * Armed men attacked patrol boat * Cuba labeled infiltration * Attackers killed after gunfire exchange * Amateur invasion disbelief * Miami exile groups discussed * Childhood neighbors ran drills * Teen transporting guns to Everglades * Shooting watermelons no ear protection * Guns and Melons joke * Parent loss reflection * Growing up minority in Miami * Kids had access to guns and alcohol * Debate nature vs parenting influence * Listener sent Bentons country ham * Country ham traditions and funerals * Quick fry biscuits serving method * Anniversary restaurant indecision * Tease feeding alcohol to hawk * Man gave BuzzBall to hawk arrested * Alcohol toxic to birds * Old beer drinking camel story * Animals seeking intoxicants discussion * Mid level cruelty debate * Marijuana smoke harms birds * Dead pelican car prank * Amoeba infection fears * Pee hole fish myth debunked * Amazon travel fears comparison * Upcoming show plugs and events ### Social Media [https://tomanddan.com](https://tomanddan.com) [https://twitter.com/tomanddanlive](https://twitter.com/tomanddanlive) [https://facebook.com/amediocretime](https://facebook.com/amediocretime) [https://instagram.com/tomanddanlive](https://instagram.com/tomanddanlive) Tom & Dan on Real Radio 104.1 Apple Podcasts: [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-corporate-time/id975258990](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-corporate-time/id975258990) Google Podcasts: [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL2Fjb3Jwb3JhdGV0aW1lL3BvZGNhc3QueG1s](https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL2Fjb3Jwb3JhdGV0aW1lL3BvZGNhc3QueG1s) TuneIn: [https://tunein.com/podcasts/Comedy/A-Corporate-Time-p1038501/](https://tunein.com/podcasts/Comedy/A-Corporate-Time-p1038501/) Exclusive Content [https://tomanddan.com/registration](https://tomanddan.com/registration)

The Delicious Legacy
History of Food in Central Asia Pt1

The Delicious Legacy

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 47:17


Melons. Spinach. Sheep tail fat.Spices. Bazaars. Enough tales to tantalise even the most incurious mind!Hello my curious archaeogastronomers!A new episode is here for your enjoyment!This time I have the great honour to have the fantastic Anna Ansari as my guest.We talk all about food, history and cultures of the cultures in Central Asia aka "Silk Roads" and her own personal story.I hope you'll enjoy this fantastic epic adventure!You can find Anna here on her website:https://www.annaansari.com/aboutAnd Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/thisplacetastesdelicious/?hl=enand buy her book here:https://www.waterstones.com/book/silk-roads/anna-ansari/9780241694374Lots of loveThomSupport the podcast on Ko-Fi and Patreon for ad-free episodes! https://ko-fi.com/thedeliciouslegacypodcasthttps://www.patreon.com/c/thedeliciouslegacySupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-delicious-legacy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jesters of Ravenloft: A D&D Podcast
Jesters of Middle-earth - Episode 48 - Orcs and Melons

Jesters of Ravenloft: A D&D Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2026 44:28


The Fellowgroup continued their journey southward towards Gondor. As their guide for this leg of their journey, Guy struggled to navigate the area, but they finally made it to the large hill of Amon Hen. Yolo spotted a stone seat at the peak and rushed up to it, while Denethea trudged after him in a sour mood and GanDelf remained ethereally aloof. Adam took over as the hunter after criticizing Tyler's ability to only find watermelons, but then he could only find melons too, so he disguised them as eggs. As they argued about the source of the supposed eggs, an arrow struck Guy's hand. Can the Fellowgroup escape an ambush by orcs? Featuring players Tyler Hewitt, Del Borovic, Guy Bradford, and Adam McNamara, and Lore Master Tom McGee.Jesters of Middle-earth streams live every Wednesday at 7:30pm ET on Twitch (https://www.twitch.tv/dumbdumbdice)Enjoying Jesters of Middle-earth? - Consider supporting the show for as little as $1 a month to get BTS fun, an ad-free feed, and even add your own character to the podcast! (https://dumbdumbdice.com/join)- Buy merch on our website (https://dumbdumbdice.com/)- Follow us on social media: @dumbdumbdice- Watch our video episodes on YouTube (https://youtube.com/@dumbdumbdice) Artwork by the brilliant Del Borovic- Website & Portfolio (https://delborovic.com/), @deltastic on socialsTheme song by Sound Gallery by Dmitry Taras- YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@soundgallerybydmitrytaras)- Pixabay (https://pixabay.com/music/fantasy-dreamy-childrens-dark-mysterious-halloween-night-scary-creepy-spooky-horror-music-116551/)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Misfit Effect
The Birthday Effect w/ Melony Melons

The Misfit Effect

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2026 64:37 Transcription Available


Plains Folk
Pie Melons

Plains Folk

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2026 4:23


Since I spend a ridiculous amount of time reflecting on the character of regional identity, as an intellectual obsession, but also think a lot about food, as a personal obsession, it is no surprise that these two preoccupations intersect and cross-pollinate. Foodways feature powerfully in the self-identification of cultural and regional identity. Recently, for instance, I talked about how German-Russians in South Dakota have deployed chislic as a cultural icon.

The Nostalgia Test Podcast
168. Nostalgia Test Now! ZombieCon Vol.1

The Nostalgia Test Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2025 74:20


Dan, Manny, & Billy put the 2024 American Horror/Comedy/Action film ZombieCon Vol.1 to the ultimate test—THE NOSTALGIA TEST (NOW)! “I'd be like, ‘Yo mom, there's f***ing zombies.'” -Manny In a world where ridiculously predictable legacy sequels, horrible reboots, and half-assed IP superhero movies are suffocating the movie watching experience, indie movies are fighting the good fight to save cinema! ZombieCon Vol.1 is a fun-filled horror/comedy/action film that will become your next favorite midnight cult classic for every Halloween cosplay party. The boys dive into it and give it the ball-busting Nostalgia Test treatment. They celebrate this movie the only way 3 dudes from Long Island know how: TO ROAST THE HELL OUT OF IT! The talk about learning what cosplay cons are all about, the importance of character deaths in horror movies, the hilarious Pop-Punk soundtrack during kill scenes, and the fun of an indie Zombie movie. This is part 1 of a 2-parter on ZombieCon, so make sure to follow the podcast to hear the interview with the director Kyle Valle & writer/actor Erin Áine on December 16th. So, get your best friends over to the house, dress up like your favorite characters, and turn the ball busting up to level ten!   A group of cosplaying friends trigger a zombie apocalypse and are forced to traverse a zombie-infested Los Angeles to save their loved one. Trailer:  https://youtu.be/5J_wBWru-t8 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ZombieCONVol1     Email us (thenostalgiatest@gmail.com) your thoughts, opinions, and topics for our next Nostalgia Test! Suggest A Test & Be Our Guest! We're always looking for a fun new topic for The Nostalgia Test. Hit the link above, tell us what you'd like to see tested, and be our guest for that episode!   Approximate Rundown 00:00 Introduction to Nostalgia Test Podcast 00:19 Meet the Hosts and Their Banter 01:59 Discussing the Movie: Zombie Con Volume One 03:22 Cosplay and Character Dynamics 06:43 Zombie Apocalypse Begins 10:01 Surviving the Zombie Attack 12:31 Analyzing the Characters and Plot 14:08 The Role of Cosplay in the Movie 17:30 Final Thoughts and Reflections 35:59 Parking Lot Scene Critique 36:25 Tunnel Chase and Map Loss 36:48 Weapon Bag and Zombie Strategy 37:21 Compton Zombie Scenario 37:38 Cage Scene and Predictable Jump scares 38:22 Sound Mix Issues and Troll Comments 38:59 Melons and Javier's Sacrifice 39:41 Zombie Transformation and Backstory Cuts 41:18 Voiceovers and Homeless Dude 41:48 Horror Movie Sacrifices and Character Arcs 44:29 Zombie Apocalypse and Pop Culture References 53:05 Indie Film Production and Nostalgia 01:01:48 Final Thoughts and Sequel Speculations   Book The Nostalgia Test Podcast Bring The Nostalgia Test Podcast's high energy fun and comedy on your podcast, to host your themed parties & special events!  The Nostalgia Test Podcast will create an unforgettable Nostalgic experience for any occasion because we are the party! We bring it 100% of the time! Email us at thenostalgiatest@gmail.com or fill out the form at this link. LET'S GET NOSTALGIC!       Keep up with all things The Nostalgia Test Podcast on Instagram | Substack | Discord | TikTok | Bluesky | YouTube | Facebook   The intro and outro music ('Neon Attack 80s') is by Emanmusic. The Lithology Brewing ad music ("Red, White, Black, & Blue") is by PEG and the Rejected

Melon's House Party
New Season: ‘Tis The Grinch Holiday Podcast

Melon's House Party

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2025 6:20


Grinch is back and jollier than NEVER! Whoville's sassiest late-night talk show host returns for season 3 with more sharp-tongued monologues about everything nipping at his nose this holiday season, his signature brand of merry mischief, and a fete of festive banter, determined to charm a sleigh-full of A-list guests into admitting that Christmas might just be ho-ho-horribly overrated.This season, Grinch unveils his boldest scam yet: "Grinch-a-palooza," an over-the-top extravaganza timed to outshine Whoville's beloved tree lighting ceremony. But when his trusted producer Cindy-Lou Who sides with the town's holiday tradition instead of helping him plan the perfect palooza, the ultimate festive face-off begins. Grinch vs. Cindy—whose Christmas Eve bash will reign supreme? The battle for holiday supremacy is officially ON. Listen to ‘Tis the Grinch Holiday Podcast: Wondery.fm/GrinchSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Todd N Tyler Radio Empire
10/23 2-3 F Melons!

Todd N Tyler Radio Empire

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2025 14:00


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Nature Calls: Conversations from the Hudson Valley
Episode 193: Vegetable Harvesting Retrospective

Nature Calls: Conversations from the Hudson Valley

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2025 26:49


This episode, originally aired as a Digging In With Master Gardeners radio show interview on WGXC 90.7FM, is a discussion about the many virtues of growing your own vegetables. Tim Kennelty interviews Teresa Golden and Jean Thomas about the multiple facets of home vegetable gardening. The first and most obvious benefits to gardening for your own pantry are that you have arguably the freshest possible vegetables, a wider assortment of varieties to choose from, and definitely the most economical access to good food. Teresa advocates “listening to the plant,” explaining that being aware of the plant's silent signals can lead to optimal quality. She says that the color or strawberries 'say' when to pick them, but that tomatoes are more forgiving when picking them early to ripen off the vine. Jean reminds the listener that there are three main groups of veggie families, the cucurbits, the cole crops, and the tomato/eggplant/pepper clan. The most valuable preparation, once the bed is ready to plant, is this: read the seed package because it conveys a wealth of information. The squash family (cucurbits) includes cucumbers as well as zucchini, yellow squash and the winter squashes. Once the summer squash begin to produce, they are persistent and must be harvested consistently. Winter squash have a much longer season and can be harvested when just about everything else is cleared away. Their hard shells make it possible to store in a cool, dry place well into the winter season. Brassicas are the cabbage family, including cauliflower, broccoli and brussels sprouts. Cabbage must be picked at just the right time, and requires good soil and plenty of water, Cauliflowers are ready when the heads are heavy with the florets not yet separating. Broccoli is prolific and easy, and Teresa offers tips on harvesting both broccoli and brussels sprouts. All the cabbages go well into the Fall, extending harvest season. Jean, Teresa and Tim discuss the battle with cabbage worms. Tim wonders what about beans, and reminds Jean and Teresa about another large family full of great nutritious food. They divide into two general types. The ones harvested in the “green” stage can be selected for “all at once” harvest of a plant or continuous daily harvest over several weeks. Planting new crops every two weeks insures a constant harvest season. Others, like limas, kidney and fava beans, are harvested when the seeds become mature on the vine. These are famously good for storage, whether dry or canned.Cucumbers get a separate discussion, They are a native of India, and love warm weather, You can grow bush or vine types. Frequent picking is best. If a cuke gets too big or starts to turn yellow, it's too late. Everybody has a favorite. Teresa likes Kirby, Jean likes Straight Eight, and Tim is a fan of Japanese long cucumbers. Melons are the next logical crop that comes to mind. They can be tricky, with a need for adequate water at the right times, and soil temperature is critical. Smaller melons might be best as the region has a fairly short growing season. There are clues to ripeness, like skin color and texture and stem slippage. Storing them at 70 degrees F and chilling them prior to serving is best. Watermelons require 20 square foot per plant, and there are many tricks and challenges to growing them. Teresa says “heft” is important and Jean and Tim discuss checking the “bellybutton” for ripeness. Root crops are discussed, as are the onion family, which includes garlic. The conversation circles back to tomatoes and their relatives, with tips galore about growing, harvesting and storing. This episode is a cornucopia of information! Host: Tim Kennelty Guests: Teresa Golden and Jean Thomas Photo by: Teresa Golden Production Support: Linda Aydlett, Deven Connelly, Teresa Golden, Tim Kennelty, Xandra Powers, Annie Scibienski, Jean Thomas Resources

Todd N Tyler Radio Empire
9/25 3-1 Fruits You Don't Like

Todd N Tyler Radio Empire

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2025 17:57


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Monologato Podcast
PUPAZZO - MELONS

Monologato Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2025 7:23


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The Cass and Anthony Podcast
Selling our souls, Josh's Melons, and BIRDS

The Cass and Anthony Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2025 48:04


Wednesday starts with a bang thanks to the Ill-Advised News. We have a scary AF DUI situation and two Florida kids on a rampage in the school. We talk about selling our souls, after hearing of a Labubu soul-selling, and we taste the sweet juices of Josh Allen’s melons. We play games called “Sweet Tweets Bro”, and “The Bird Game”, and learn about what the ring of truth is in the latest sports scandal. Support the show and follow us here Twitter, Insta, Apple, Amazon, Spotify and the Edge! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Le fil sciences
Bananes, tomates, melons... Comment nous avons façonné les fruits et légumes que nous consommons

Le fil sciences

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2025 37:47


durée : 00:37:47 - La Terre au carré - par : Mathieu Vidard - L'histoire de nos fruits et légumes est celle d'une coévolution avec les humains, qui mêle hasards génétiques, migrations et choix politiques. Quels sont les effets de cette domestication sur notre alimentation ? Vous aimez ce podcast ? Pour écouter tous les autres épisodes sans limite, rendez-vous sur Radio France.

Cooking Issues with Dave Arnold
No Tangent Tuesday: Melons, Spinal Tap, and Restaurant Red Flags

Cooking Issues with Dave Arnold

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2025 61:05


In this episode of Cooking Issues, Dave and the crew dive into wide-ranging conversations spanning fruit obsessions, culinary technique, and the realities of running restaurants. The show kicks off with upcoming travel plans to Cologne for a Jägermeister demo, followed by a spirited debate about melon varieties, including the Bonnie melon and the elusive true cantaloupe.Other topics include:Excitement (and confusion) around the new Spinal Tap sequel, with cucumber-related deep cuts.Basil and mint gelato experiments using a Ninja machine versus traditional blanching, and the tradeoffs between flavor brightness and oxidation.A lively roundtable on early warning signs for failing restaurants—menu overhauls, partner conflicts, front vs. back of house struggles, and the burnout of opening staff.Social media's role in modern food success stories, from French dip lines in NYC to the “must be nice” mentality in kitchens.Listener questions on dry-aging pork, carbonation system design, calcium treatments for vegetables, and substitutes for elusive yuzu juice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's All Good - A Block Club Chicago Podcast
Meet The Watermelon Man, A South Side Legend With The Sweetest Melons In Town

It's All Good - A Block Club Chicago Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2025 25:27


When South Siders have a taste for the sweetest summer fruit, they know exactly where to find it: on Kenny The Watermelon Man's truck at 83rd Street and Stony Island Avenue.Host - Iridian FierroReporter - Atavia ReedRead More HereFor more about Columbia College Chicago - Click Here Want to donate to our non-profit newsroom? CLICK HEREWho we areBlock Club Chicago is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit news organization dedicated to delivering reliable, relevant and nonpartisan coverage of Chicago's diverse neighborhoods. We believe all neighborhoods deserve to be covered in a meaningful way.We amplify positive stories, cover development and local school council meetings and serve as watchdogs in neighborhoods often ostracized by traditional news media.Ground-level coverageOur neighborhood-based reporters don't parachute in once to cover a story. They are in the neighborhoods they cover every day building relationships over time with neighbors. We believe this ground-level approach not only builds community but leads to a more accurate portrayal of a neighborhood.Stories that matter to you — every daySince our launch five years ago, we've published more than 25,000 stories from the neighborhoods, covered hundreds of community meetings and send daily and neighborhood newsletters to more than 130,000 Chicagoans. We've built this loyalty by proving to folks we are not only covering their neighborhoods, we are a part of them. Some of us have internalized the national media's narrative of a broken Chicago. We aim to change that by celebrating our neighborhoods and chronicling the resilience of the people who fight every day to make Chicago a better place for all.

Garden Basics with Farmer Fred
405 Q&A: Who's Eating My Melons? Growing Fava Beans.

Garden Basics with Farmer Fred

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 33:56 Transcription Available


Q&A: How to Grow Fava Beans as a cover crop or an edible.Controlling Roof Rats in the Garden (good luck!)Farmer Fred's Ride for the Kids!Previous episodes, show notes, links, product information, and transcripts at the home site for Garden Basics with Farmer Fred, GardenBasics.net. Transcripts and episode chapters also available at Buzzsprout.  Now on YouTube (audio) Pictured: Melon Damage from Rats?Links:“Beyond the Garden Basics” Newsletter  By becoming a paid subscriber, you're helping support the newsletter and this podcast. Thank You!Shop online at the Smart Pot store! For a limited time, use coupon code FRED at checkout to receive 10% off your Smart Pot order. Click here to start shopping!All About Farmer Fred:  GardenBasics.net“Beyond the Garden Basics” NewsletterFarmer Fred website:  http://farmerfred.comThe Farmer Fred Rant! Blog http://farmerfredrant.blogspot.comFacebook:  "Get Growing with Farmer Fred" Instagram: farmerfredhoffman https://www.instagram.com/farmerfredhoffman/Blue Sky: @farmerfred.bsky.socialFarmer Fred Garden Minute Videos on YouTube As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases from possible links mentioned here.Got a garden question? • Leave an audio question without making a phone call via Speakpipe, at https://www.speakpipe.com/gardenbasics• Call or text us the question: 916-292-8964. • Fill out the contact box at GardenBasics.net• E-mail: fred@farmerfred.com Thank you for listening, subscribing and commenting on the Garden Basics with Farmer Fred podcast and the Beyond the Garden Basics Newsletter.Thank you for listening, subscribing and commenting on the Garden Basics with Farmer Fred podcast and the Beyond the Garden Basics Newsletter.

Cooking with Bruce and Mark
WELCOME TO OUR KITCHEN: What have we learned after publishing thirty-seven cookbooks?

Cooking with Bruce and Mark

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2025 26:31 Transcription Available


We've learned a lot after writing and publishing after thirty-seven cookbooks. We'd love to share with you those lessons.We're Bruce Weinstein & Mark Scarbrough. We've actually written forty cookbooks, including two knitting books by Bruce and a memoir by Mark. We've been around the block! We'd love to tell you what we've learned over this long publishing career.We've also got a one-minute cooking tip. And we're really excited about a specific type of melon and Mark's really excited about a specific way to cook goat.If you'd like to get a copy of our latest cookbook, COLD CANNING, please check it out at this link right here.Here are the segments for this episode of COOKING WITH BRUCE & MARK:[01:22] Our one-minute cooking tip: Store garlic at room temperature[03:27] What have we learned after writing and publishing thirty-seven cookbooks.[23:27] What's making us happy in food this week? Melons and goat!

Fried w/ Jon Reep
Mustard Melons, Beach Boys & Foodie Calls

Fried w/ Jon Reep

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 62:54


Welcome to an all-new and LIVE Carolina Reeper show! In this jam packed episode, Jon and the Gang talk Beach Boys after the passing of musical genius Brian Wilson—RIP to a legend who influenced everyone from the Beatles to modern-day Yacht Rockers. The crew debates their favorite songs while reading live comments and catching up with fans. From there, things take a wild turn as Jon and the gang try the viral TikTok trend of mustard on watermelon (verdict: weird, but not awful). Jack Attack returns from Myrtle Beach with tales of porch falls, party houses, and a mugshot-worthy night. Plus, idiotic TikToks, foodie calls, and a fresh round of How Much Is That Screen Actors Guild Residual Check? This episode has everything—mustard, music, mayhem, and the best fans on the planet. All this and more on this week's Carolina Reeper!   Jon Reep Social Media: Facebook Twitter Instagram TikTok   For gifts and more in the Hickory, NC area check out Goodwill Northwest NC!    Go try the Jon Un-REEP-eatable Burger at the Hickory Social House!   Get you a Honda and a Hotdog at Hendrick Honda of Hickory!   Buy South in Ya Mouth BBQ Sauce here!   #CarolinaReeper #BrianWilson #BeachBoysForever #MustardOnWatermelon #FoodieCall #IdioticTikToks #JackAttackIsBack #LiveFromHickory 

The Gardenangelists
M is for Marigolds, Melons, Monarda, and Morning Glory

The Gardenangelists

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 41:35


Send us a textDee and Carol continue to garden through the alphabet. This week they mediated on the letter M.For more information, check out our free newsletter.  You can also watch the recording on YouTubeA few links:A succulent called MezooBauer lettuce, an AAS winnerOn the bookshelf: In the Garden With Jane Austen, by Kim Wilson (Amazon Link)Dirt:Yiayia Anna on the blue zone island of Ikaria in Greece (Instagram)Rabbit Holes;Carol's blog post on eight types of mowing.Be sure and check out our newsletter for more links.Our Affiliates (Linking to them to make a purchase earns us a small commission):Botanical InterestsFarmers DefenseEtsyTerritorial SeedsTrue Leaf Market Eden BrosNature Hills Nursery  Book and Amazon links are also affiliate links.Email us anytime at TheGardenangelists@gmail.com  Our newsletter is on SubstackFor more info on Carol  visit her website.  Visit her blog May Dreams Gardens. For more info on Dee, visit her website.  Visit her blog Red Dirt Ramblings.Watch this episode on YouTube.Support the showOn Instagram: Carol: Indygardener, Dee: RedDirtRamblings, Our podcast: TheGardenangelists.On Facebook: The Gardenangelists' Garden Club.On YouTube.

Garden Basics with Farmer Fred
391 A Masterclass in Melons

Garden Basics with Farmer Fred

Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 35:10 Transcription Available


Send us a textIf you love melons, this episode is a must-listen!In Episode 391 of the Garden Basics with Farmer Fred podcast, we chat with Gail Pothour from the Sacramento County Master Gardener Program about growing mouthwatering melons at home. Discover tips on germination, pest management, and the benefits of harvesting at peak ripeness for maximum flavor. Gail also shares her unique trellising techniques and highlights exciting melon varieties like Lambton and Kajari. Tune in for a juicy journey into the world of homegrown melons.Previous episodes, show notes, links, product information, and transcripts at the home site for Garden Basics with Farmer Fred, GardenBasics.net. Transcripts and episode chapters also available at Buzzsprout.  Now on YouTube (audio) Pictured: Muskmelons growing on a trellis, with the fruit in t-shirt slings. (Photo: Gail Pothour)Links:“Beyond the Garden Basics” Newsletter  This week's edition: more words and pictures about all the melon varieties we talked about in this podcast. By becoming a paid subscriber, you're helping support the newsletter and this podcast. Thank You!Dave Wilson Nursery https://www.davewilson.com/home-garden/Fair Oaks Horticulture CenterBook - “Melons for the Passionate Grower” by Amy GoldmanAll About Farmer Fred: GardenBasics.net“Beyond the Garden Basics” NewsletterFarmer Fred website: http://farmerfred.comThe Farmer Fred Rant! Blog http://farmerfredrant.blogspot.comFacebook:  "Get Growing with Farmer Fred" Instagram: farmerfredhoffman https://www.instagram.com/farmerfredhoffman/Blue Sky: @farmerfred.bsky.socialFarmer Fred Garden Minute Videos on YouTube As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases from possible links mentioned here.Got a garden question? • Leave an audio question without making a phone call via Speakpipe, at https://www.speakpipe.com/gardenbasics• Call or text us the question: 916-292-8964. • Fill out the contact box at GardenBasics.net• E-mail: fred@farmerfred.com Thank you for listening, subscribing and commenting on the Garden Basics with Farmer Fred podcast and the Beyond the Garden Basics Newsletter.