Podcasts about MetLife

Heed the Call's Dan Hanzus brings the view from New York! He explains why the Jets' Outlook at MetLife isn't as grim as advertised, truth-squads the biggest training camp storylines, and helps us figure out which sports teams fictional New Yorkers like Peter Parker would actually support. Stick around to the end when Tony Calatayud stops by to drop the spiciest take of the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joe Namath running in slow motion. Another player lost to the MetLife turf. Malik Nabers speaks. Will OBJ make the Giants 53-man roster? And the Lakers ownership dynamic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Minnesota Vikings named Kyler Murray starting quarterback for the upcoming season. They played their first pre-season game against the New York Giants this weekend and won 13-10.But it came with the loss of a veteran defender. Jamal Adams tore his right quadriceps tendon during the game. And some are blaming the turf at MetLife Stadium in New York. Plus, the Minnesota Lynx beat the No. 3 Las Vegas Aces and are gearing up to play the No. 2 Golden State Valkyries on Wednesday. Minnesota Now sports contributors Wally Langfellow and Eric Nelson have those sports headlines plus other Minnesota sports news. Use the audio player above to listen to the full conversation.Subscribe to the Minnesota Now podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.We attempt to make transcripts for Minnesota Now available the next business day after a broadcast. When ready they will appear here.

Chris Furnari from Athletic Brewing joined me to talk about the new partnership with MetLife and the Giants and Jets. Jonny Ifergan jumps on to talk about Niteglow getting set to open in L. A. and elsewhere. News from Departed Soles, Wet Ticket. Dogfish Head has a new Collab out with Creem Mag. Plus a huge Dog/Owner event in Industry City. Lawson's Finest jumps into the N/A space. Gary Monterosso’s weekly beer segment too.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Jets may be better off resisting the urge to chase another quarterback and simply letting this season play out. Shaun Morash and Tiki Barber debate whether J.J. McCarthy would really solve anything, why Aaron Glenn's future complicates the quarterback picture, and how the Jets' three first-round picks could make next year's draft the cleanest path to finding their future at the position. Cade Klubnik also gets a chance to create some optimism with a big preseason performance. Plus, the return of football at MetLife brings a heated tailgate food debate, Geno Smith and Odell Beckham Jr. jerseys make a comeback, and the crew celebrates another edition of Idiots with Idioms.

Aaron Glenn could be trapped by the Jets' biggest weakness. Shaun Morash is in for Evan Roberts alongside Tiki Barber, and they debate whether an elite defense can save Glenn if Geno Smith and the offense fail to score enough points. With the Jets potentially forced to win on the margins, every game could become part of the evaluation of Glenn's future. The Yankees also face a looming October lineup problem. Jazz Chisholm's struggles against lefties spark a debate over Luis Garcia Jr., Giancarlo Stanton, Trent Grisham and how Aaron Boone can keep his best bats in the lineup. Plus, the Giants' running back situation, Cade Klubnik's opportunity, J.J. McCarthy speculation, Tiki's rookie encounter with Christian Peter, and the return of football tailgates at MetLife.

Send us Fan MailScott, Giant Mike and Novak join in the first ever livestream of the podcast! We'll discuss the beginnings of camp and if that means anything worth a damn. We also breakdown our thoughts on the first week of preseason and we also air our Pet Peeves and then finish up with listener questions.  We have kicked off Season 7 and look forward to another fantastic year!Our website: www.angryfootballfans.com. Please check it out and subscribe to our pod.Download our podcast at Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1358293Or wherever you get your podcasts. We are also now available on YouTube. Search for Three Angry Giants fans and subscribe to our channel.

Is a Health Savings Account Right for You? Episode 395 – A Health Savings Account, or HSA, is one of very few financial vehicles considered “triple tax advantaged.” You can get a deduction going in, the money grows tax-free, and the money also comes out tax-free. But they're not for everybody as there are some major caveats. More SML Planning Minute Podcast Episodes Transcript of Podcast Episode 395 Hello, this is Bill Rainaldi, with another edition of Security Mutual's SML Planning Minute. In today's episode: is a Health Savings Account right for you? What would you say if someone told you about an investment vehicle where you get a tax deduction going in, the money in the account grows tax-free, and the withdrawals are tax-free when they come out? Such a product exists, but it's not quite that simple. An Individual Retirement Account or IRA doesn't work that way. You get a deduction going in, but you pay income tax when you take the money out. A Roth IRA lets you take the money out tax-free (with certain qualifications), but you don't get a deduction when you put the money in. A Health Savings Account, or HSA, is one of very few financial vehicles considered “triple tax advantaged.”[1] You can get a deduction on monies going in, the money grows tax-free, and the money also comes out tax-free. But there are some major caveats to understand. HSAs don't work for everyone. Only certain people can contribute, and when you take the money out, there are some conditions that need to be met if you want to take full advantage of the tax incentives. Here's how an HSA works. To contribute, you need to be part of what the Internal Revenue Service or IRS calls a “High-Deductible Health Plan.” The IRS defines a high-deductible health plan as one that requires an annual deductible. A deductible is the amount one must pay out-of-pocket for healthcare before health insurance coverage will share in the costs. In 2026, the minimum deductibles for a high deductible HSA health plan are set at $1,700 for coverage on yourself only, and $3,400 if the coverage includes your family.[2] Also, the out-of-pocket maximum cannot be higher than $8,500 for self-only coverage and $17,000 for family coverage. There are more rules. To contribute to an HSA, you can't be enrolled in another plan that is not considered HSA-eligible, nor can you be someone claimed as a dependent on someone else’s tax return. If you're not sure whether your plan qualifies, you will need to ask either the benefits administrator where you work or the plan provider. And for the record, Medicare does not count as a high-deductible medical plan. So, you can't participate in an HSA if you're covered by Medicare. As with almost any tax-advantaged investment vehicle, there are contribution limits. For 2026, you can contribute up to $4,400 for yourself, or $8,750 if your high-deductible plan covers your family.[3] And much like a 401(k), your employer can match your HSA contribution. In fact, in 2024 approximately 84 percent of employees covered by a qualified HSA health plan also received a contribution from their employers.[4] Note that the limits above are overall limits that include both the employee and, if applicable, employer contributions. Then there's the issue of distributions from the account. Distributions can be tax-free, but with some significant restrictions. To be tax-free, the distributions must be used for what the IRS calls “qualified medical expenses.” And what are qualified medical expenses? These might include hospital care, ambulance services, hearing aids, lab fees, dental and vision care, and other things. You can even use an HSA for health-care-related travel, massage therapy and substance abuse treatment.[5] [6] An HSA can be used for expenses both big and small. If your distribution doesn't meet the qualifications, any withdrawals after age 65 are considered fully taxable, like a traditional IRA or 401(k). Before age 65 there is also a 20 percent early withdrawal penalty. This means that, if necessary, you could treat an HSA as a secondary retirement plan. But of course, if you have qualified medical expenses that need to be paid, the taxation incentive would make them a better option. When it comes time to withdraw money as needed, you can either pay the provider directly from the HSA account (many providers offer the use of a debit card tied to the account) or pay the provider yourself and get reimbursed from the account.[7] Note that an HSA is different from a Flexible Spending Account or FSA. An FSA is another, albeit generally less popular, type of account designed to help with medical expenses. The employer generally owns an FSA, whereas the employee owns an HSA. But an FSA is also, in most cases, a “use it or lose it” type of account. At the end of the year (plus an optional grace period), you lose any money that's left over in your FSA.[8] Also note that in most circumstances, you can have a general-purpose FSA or HSA, but not both.[9] An HSA has no such restriction when it comes to how long it takes to use it. If you don't spend the money, it rolls over within the account. It belongs to you forever, even if you switch jobs. Of course, these sums, invested over several decades, can amount to a significant amount of money by the time you use them. Compounding plays a role here just like most other investment vehicles, only this time it may all be potentially tax-free. One final thought about HSAs. As we've mentioned before, the cost of health care for seniors can be staggering. According to Fidelity, a 65-year-old individual may need an after-tax total of $172,500 to cover the cost of health care expenses in retirement.[10] In the right circumstances, an HSA can be a tax-efficient way to fund some of those costs. [1] Fidelity Learn. “What is an HSA, and how does it work?” Fidelity.com. https://www.fidelity.com/learning-center/smart-money/what-is-an-hsa (accessed July 23, 2026). [2] Fidelity Learn. “HSA contribution limits and eligibility rules for 2026 and 2027.” Fidelity.com. https://www.fidelity.com/learning-center/smart-money/hsa-contribution-limits (accessed July 23, 2026). [3] Id. [4] Fidelity Learn. “What is an HSA, and how does it work?” Fidelity.com. https://www.fidelity.com/learning-center/smart-money/what-is-an-hsa (accessed July 23, 2026). [5] MetLife. “What Can I Use My HSA for in 2026?” MetLife.com. https://www.metlife.com/stories/benefits/hsa-qualified-expenses/ (accessed July 23, 2026). [6] Miller, Kathryn. “What clients miss about HSAs — and how advisors can help.” Financial-Planning.com. https://www.financial-planning.com/news/what-clients-miss-about-hsas-and-how-advisors-can-help (accessed July 23, 2026). [7] Fidelity Learn. “Spending with your HSA.” Fidelity.com. https://www.fidelity.com/go/hsa/how-to-spend (accessed July 23, 2026). [8] Healthcare.gov. “Using a Flexible Spending Account (FSA).” Healthcare.gov. https://www.healthcare.gov/have-job-based-coverage/flexible-spending-accounts/ (accessed July 23, 2026). [9] Fidelity Learn. “HSA contribution limits and eligibility rules for 2026 and 2027.” Fidelity.com. https://www.fidelity.com/learning-center/smart-money/hsa-contribution-limits (accessed July 23, 2026). [10] Fidelity Learn. “What is an HSA, and how does it work?” Fidelity.com. https://www.fidelity.com/learning-center/smart-money/what-is-an-hsa (accessed July 23, 2026). More SML Planning Minute Podcast Episodes This podcast is brought to you by Security Mutual Life Insurance Company of New York, The Company That Cares®. The content provided is intended for educational and informational purposes only. Information is provided in good faith. However, the Company makes no representation or warranty of any kind regarding the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of the information. The information presented is designed to provide general information regarding the subject matter covered. It is not to serve as legal, tax or other financial advice related to individual situations, because each individual's legal, tax and financial situation is different. Specific advice needs to be tailored to your situation. Therefore, please consult with your own attorney, tax professional and/or other advisors regarding your specific situation. To help reach your goals, you need a skilled professional by your side. Contact your local Security Mutual life insurance advisor today. As part of the planning process, he or she will coordinate with your other advisors as needed to help you achieve your financial goals and objectives. For more information, visit us at SMLNY.com/SMLPodcast. If you've enjoyed this podcast, tell your friends about it. And be sure to give us a five-star review. And check us out on LinkedIn, YouTube and Twitter. Thanks for listening, and we'll talk to you next time. Tax laws are complex and subject to change. The information presented is based on current interpretation of the laws. Neither Security Mutual nor its agents are permitted to provide tax or legal advice. The applicability of any strategy discussed is dependent upon the particular facts and circumstances. Results may vary, and products and services discussed may not be appropriate for all situations. Each person's needs, objectives and financial circumstances are different, and must be reviewed and analyzed independently. We encourage individuals to seek personalized advice from a qualified Security Mutual life insurance advisor regarding their personal needs, objectives, and financial circumstances. Insurance products are issued by Security Mutual Life Insurance Company of New York, Binghamton, New York. Product availability and features may vary by state.​ SubscribeApple PodcastsSpotifyAndroidPandoraby EmailTuneInDeezerRSSMore Subscribe Options

Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle welcome Breece Hall to the show to discuss why the Jets' offense will be different this season, playing under Aaron Glenn and Frank Reich, and some random topics - Craig style - for fans to get to know their star running back even better.

Buffalo's new $2.8 billion stadium is already taking heat for obstructed views, small scoreboards and a fan experience that Shaun Morash believes should embarrass the Bills. Shaun Morash is in for Evan Roberts alongside Tiki Barber as they compare Buffalo's new building to MetLife Stadium and debate whether the much-maligned home of the Giants and Jets has been unfairly bashed. The conversation turns to MetLife's turf, whether NFL players should push for natural grass and Tiki's theory that modern football shoes may be contributing to Achilles injuries. Plus, callers pitch an Aqueduct stadium for the Jets, Connor Green ranks the best stadiums in sports, and one optimistic Jets fan predicts a nine-win season.

Buffalo's new $2.8 billion stadium is already drawing criticism for obstructed views and undersized scoreboards, leaving Shaun Morash wondering how the Bills could spend that much and still miss on basic fan experience. Shaun Morash is in for Evan Roberts alongside Tiki Barber as they compare Buffalo's new home to MetLife Stadium and argue that MetLife may be unfairly trashed. The debate shifts to natural grass versus turf, whether NFL owners should spend whatever it takes to improve playing surfaces, and Tiki's theory that modern football shoes, not just turf, could be contributing to the rise in Achilles injuries.

Send us Fan MailWhat happens when invisible disabilities collide with corporate policies? Join Mark Carey and his insightful guest as they unravel the gripping case of Cheryl O'Connor versus Metropolitan Life Insurance Company, shedding light on the often-overlooked struggles of employees grappling with long term disability. Cheryl's sudden hearing loss and the cognitive overload that ensued left her unable to fulfill her role as a senior director at Salesforce, exposing the inadequacies of corporate insurance evaluations that rely on outdated metrics. This episode goes beyond the surface, diving deep into the systemic issues within the employment landscape that leave employees vulnerable to discrimination and inadequate support. With the increasing cognitive demands of modern work, particularly in an era dominated by automation and AI, the conversation critiques MetLife's handling of O'Connor's disability claim. We explore how their reliance on paper doctors failed to address her cognitive challenges, emphasizing the urgent need for a shift in how insurance companies assess claims related to long term disability. Listeners will gain valuable insights into the critical importance of documenting the real-world impacts of disabilities and the necessity for corporate empathy in the workplace. This episode serves as a cautionary tale for employees navigating the complexities of employment law, severance negotiations, and disability rights in the workplace. We discuss the essential tools for employee advocacy and empowerment, ensuring that your rights are protected against workplace discrimination, hostile environments, and retaliation. Whether you're an employee facing challenges related to long term disability, a manager seeking to foster a more inclusive workplace culture, or simply someone interested in understanding the intricacies of employment law, this episode is packed with essential information. Tune in for insider tips on negotiating severance packages, understanding employment contracts, and advocating for reasonable accommodations in the face of discrimination. Don't let your voice go unheard—join us as we challenge the status quo and empower employees to take charge of their careers and well-being. This is not just a podcast; it's a movement for workplace survival and employee rights. Listen now to equip yourself with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate the often murky waters of employment issues, and ensure that you are prepared to advocate for yourself and others in the face of adversity.  If you enjoyed this episode of the Employee Survival Guide please like us on Facebook, X and LinkedIn.  We would really appreciate if you could leave a review of this podcast on your favorite podcast player such as Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Leaving a review will help other employees find the Employee Survival Guide.  For more information, please contact our employment attorneys at Carey & Associates, P.C. at 203-255-4150, www.capclaw.com.Disclaimer:  For educational use only, not intended to be legal advice. 

Send us Fan MailScott, Cardone, Giant Mike and Novak discuss the beginnings of camp and if that means anything worth a damn. We also talk about the New York Knicks run to a Championship. Novak will talk about the Jets and what to expect from them this season. !. We also air our Pet Peeves and then finish up with listener questions.  We have kicked off Season 7 and look forward to another fantastic year!Our website: www.angryfootballfans.com. Please check it out and subscribe to our pod.Download our podcast at Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1358293Or wherever you get your podcasts. We are also now available on YouTube. Search for Three Angry Giants fans and subscribe to our channel.

The Local Enterprise Awards for 2026 taok place recently in the Mansion House in Dublin. The awards are a celebration of the very best small businesses from across the country and serve to highlight the work that Local Enterprise Offices are doing with up-and-coming enterprises in every local authority area in the country.The 31 finalists have each been chosen by their Local Enterprise Office to represent them and their area at the awards, which are in their 26th year. The finalists feature a diverse mix of sectors and founders all competing for a share of the €80,000 prize fund and the chance to be named National Enterprise of the Year. There are also regional awards, and categories for Best Start-Up, Best Export Business, the Innovation Award, Digital Award, Green Award and the Female Entrepreneur award.I caught up with three of the finalists, and the second finalist I spoke to was Stephen O'Sullivan the founder of I left you a note and the Tipperary finalist. Stephen talks to me about his background, what I left you a note does, digital concierge, AI, National Enterprise Awards, LEO and more More about  I left you a note:I left you a note was founded by Stephen O'Sullivan, a former Deputy Chief Actuary at Met Life, Stephen wanted to address the problem modern hotels are having in the fact that customers ‘no longer complain to the front desk' but rather are quick to write a bad review online. Stephen estimates that a bad review can cost hotels up to €15,000 in lost bookings per month. I Left You A Note aims to address that gap in communication to an online B2B SaaS platform which allows guests to connect with the front desk of hotels instantly through scanning QR codes located across the hotel. The portal opens instantly on any phone and allows guests to submit feedback, raise service requests, interact with an AI concierge, and access hotel facilities and room service with one click. When an issue is raised, AI triages it, creates a service ticket and routes it automatically to the correct department.

Pat talks about growing up rooting for James Harris, who became the first Black quarterback for the AFL or NFL. Also, Pat talks about how there were F16 Fighter Jets intercepting multiple planes at the World Cup Finals in MetLife stadium.

We are back from our week off and back from DreamCon Houston, and this one is loaded. The crew breaks down the World Cup Final, Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey (and where it lands in his catalog), the latest One Piece chapter, the Blue Lock chapter run, and the Mushoku Tensei discourse that took over the internet. Plus a brand new game, Is This BS, and we close it out with the question that broke our comment section: how many main characters are actually better than Luffy?Everything BSS lives here: https://linktr.ee/blacksenseisocietySPOILER WARNINGThis episode gets into current chapters and recent releases. Skip ahead if you are behind on any of the following:Blue Lock current chapters, skip 1:14:40 to 1:26:30One Piece latest chapter and Elbaf, skip 1:26:30 to 1:30:42Mushoku Tensei full series, skip 1:30:42 to 1:53:33Game of Thrones and House of the Dragon, skip 1:58:45 to 2:10:22The Odyssey (2026), skip 2:14:30 to 2:32:27WHAT WE GET INTODreamCon Houston was a vibe, and we got the receipts. Santo is still issuing 2v2 challenges. We rank Nolan's filmography against The Odyssey and neither of us backed down. The Rudeus and Roxy argument gets genuinely heated, so consider that your fair warning. And the Luffy conversation from our viral clip gets a full episode treatment.TIMESTAMPS0:00 Cold open3:03 We are back after a week off4:48 DreamCon Houston: favorite moments10:02 The DreamCon hoop run and Santo's 2v2 callout19:26 Flag football is happening next year22:23 All American slander (we are not apologizing)23:24 NFL Top 100: Lamar Jackson at 69 is criminal28:51 World Cup Final: Spain dog walked Argentina36:00 Argentina showed their whole tail: red cards, VAR, and conspiracies43:56 Zlatan needs a show and iShowSpeed made it to the World Cup46:00 The MetLife field, NFL turf, and the CBA problem55:07 Is Christian Pulisic overrated?1:01:49 The wealth gap holding American soccer back1:14:40 Blue Lock: Nagi FC, Isagi's vision, and Shido stock rising1:26:30 One Piece: Emu vs Luffy and which Straw Hat dies at Elbaf1:30:42 Mushoku Tensei discourse: Thorfinn vs Rudeus and Rudeus in Re:Zero1:36:13 The Rudeus and Roxy debate (this one gets loud)1:53:33 Underrated watch: Young Girls Don't Play Fighting Games1:55:57 Tanya the Evil is back1:58:45 Game of Thrones ending slander and House of the Dragon is peak2:05:21 House of Cards vs Suits: Frank Underwood clears2:10:22 Dune Prophecy first impressions2:11:49 Dune Part Three or Avengers Doomsday first?2:14:30 The Odyssey is amazing: our full review2:21:22 The Odyssey vs the Christopher Nolan gauntlet2:25:45 Nolan's top 10 vs Tarantino's top 102:32:27 New game: Is This BS?2:44:02 How many female main characters are better than Tanya?2:56:28 How many main characters are better than Luffy?3:00:13 OutroJOIN THE CONVERSATIONDrop your Luffy tier in the comments and tell us how many main characters you have over him. We read them. Also let us know your Odyssey rating and where it lands in the Nolan rankings.Check out our second show, Open Dojo, hosted by Santo, on the same channel.New episodes every Tuesday. Like, subscribe, and share the podcast.

Is it fiscally viable for all NFL stadiums to have grass fields? Former Redskins receiver Anthony Armstrong goes full detective mode in a convo with AI about the feasibility of going with grass in all 32 NFL stadiums. We find out how much it costs to maintain and just how much bread the league rakes in each season. Plus, which Commander has the most on the line for the 2026 NFL season? 1:52 VAMOS ESPANA 2:05 FanDuel World Cup Final 2:22 MetLife field under international scrutiny 3:05 #WORTHTHECOST 4:30 How much did each NFL team receive in profit sharing? - CBS article 7:11 Is it plausible for all NFL stadiums to have grass fields? 7:54 3 Challenges to grass fields, according to AI 10:30 How much does it cost to maintain a grass NFL field? 12:42 Go to all grass for 5-10 years 17:58 92% of the players prefer grass 18:15 Myron Rolle joining NFLPA in a medical advisory roll 20:28 Which Commander has the 'most on the line' for 2026? 23:40 FanDuel - Jayden and Terry props Thanks for listening! Please be sure to like, comment, and SUBSCRIBE Shoutout to @FanDuel for sponsoring the show on the @BleavNetwork Follow Anthony | MINDSET Hat Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Spain were the best team throughout this World Cup and deserved their victory over a vicious, petulant Argentina side in Sunday's final in New Jersey. We dissect the chaos of the final at the MetLife, why Spain's win was a win for football and whether we will ever see Messi on the world stage again. Plus we reflect on England's campaign after a wild 10-goal thriller against France in the ridiculously named bronze medal match. SUBSCRIBE NOW: ⁠https://footballsocialdaily.supportingcast.fm/⁠NEW: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/fsdpod?igsh=MjQ5d29veGdoMmZ4&utm_source=qr⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/FSDPod⁠ TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@footballsocialdaily⁠ Telegram Group: ⁠https://t.me/FootballSocialMerch Store: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/FootballSocialDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lionel Messi had zero shots in a World Cup final. Zero. The greatest player in history, in what is most certainly his last World Cup appearance for Argentina, was suffocated so badly by Spain that he barely touched the ball. Spain are world champions, and they won it without Messi having a single attempt on goal.Welcome back to World Cup Daily #49! Today, the ultimate panel—Shaq, John, Nathan, and James Toland—unites for a historic post-match final breakdown. Broadcasting live after an absolute tactical war at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, the crew deconstructs Spain's suffocating mastery, massive refereeing controversies, and the ultimate Americanization of the beautiful game.⏱️ MID-SHOW HYDRATION BREAK

Craig Carton and Willie Colon break down one of the biggest debates in football: why doesn't MetLife Stadium have real grass for the Giants and Jets? After seeing the World Cup played on a beautiful grass field in the same stadium, the guys discuss player safety, injuries, turf vs. grass, and why NFL players overwhelmingly prefer natural surfaces.

Como anfitriones de la final mundialista organizada por la FIFA, ayer en el estadio MetLife de Nueva Jersey.

Ten years after announcing his international retirement in that very building, Lionel Messi returns to MetLife Stadium with a chance to close the loop. Jason Longshore and Madison Crews revisit that full circle story before Oglethorpe head coach Jon Akin joins to break down the tactical battle to watch tomorrow, from Rodri's control of tempo to Argentina's aggressive man marking. Plus, the 3-4-3: three players to watch, four headlines including Kylian Mbappé's new World Cup scoring record, and three things that made Jason smile heading into the final.

The World Cup Final is set, UFC Fight Night goes down TONIGHT in Oklahoma City, and MLB is back for the second half — we break it all down in this week's Steamroom.

VOV1 - Khi World Cup 2026 do Mỹ, Canada và Mexico đồng đăng cai sắp khép lại, Tổng thống Mỹ Donald Trump bày tỏ mong muốn nước Mỹ sẽ tiếp tục trở thành chủ nhà của một vòng chung kết khác trong tương lai gần.Phát biểu tại buổi tiếp đón FIFA ở Tháp Trump (New York) hôm 17/7, trước trận chung kết diễn ra vào Chủ nhật, ông Trump đã nói đùa, FIFA nên chọn Mỹ một lần nữa. Tại World Cup 2026, Mỹ đăng cai 78 trong tổng số 104 trận đấu, bao gồm toàn bộ các trận từ vòng tứ kết trở đi, trong khi Canada và Mexico chủ yếu tổ chức các trận đấu ở vòng bảng và một số trận thuộc vòng knock-out đầu tiên.Theo lịch trình hiện nay của FIFA, World Cup 2030 sẽ được tổ chức tại Morocco, Tây Ban Nha, Bồ Đào Nha, cùng ba trận mở màn ở Uruguay, Argentina và Paraguay nhân dịp kỷ niệm 100 năm giải đấu. World Cup 2034 đã được trao quyền đăng cai cho Saudi Arabia. Vì vậy, World Cup 2038 là kỳ giải tiếp theo chưa xác định chủ nhà. Theo quy định luân phiên hiện hành của FIFA, Bắc Mỹ và châu Đại Dương là hai khu vực đủ điều kiện nộp hồ sơ đăng cai giải đấu này.Ông Trump cũng tiết lộ Chủ tịch FIFA Gianni Infantino đã trao đổi với ông về khả năng Mỹ và Trung Quốc có thể đồng đăng cai một kỳ World Cup trong tương lai, dù chưa có thêm chi tiết về đề xuất này.Theo Tổng thống Donald Trump, World Cup 2026 là giải đấu có lượng khán giả cao nhất trong lịch sử tất cả các môn thể thao, với 6,5 triệu khán giả đến sân. Giải đấu đã phá vỡ mọi kỷ lục về số lượng khán giả, doanh thu và lượng người xem quốc tế. Doanh thu giải đấu đạt 19,2 tỉ USD, một con số kỷ lục đối với bóng đá quốc tế. Tổng thống Trump sẽ có mặt tại sân MetLife bang New Jersey để dự khán trận chung kết giữa Tây Ban Nha và Argentina vào Chủ nhật.Quang Trung/VOV MỹTổng thống Mỹ Donald Trump cùng các con và Chủ tịch Trung Quốc Tập Cận Bình. Ảnh: Tân Hoa Xã.

Nablinn og Hjálmar Örn hjá Dr. Football á föstudegi.

-President Trump again calls for the passage of the SAVE America Act as he announces the release of declassified FBI documents exposing vulnerabilities in electronic voting and foreign interference in U.S. elections. -Republican strategist, former NY Senate candidate and Newsmax host Joe Pinion discusses President Trump's speech during extended special coverage. -Election data has been released showing competitive races for Republicans and Democrats across the nation. Decision Desk HQ Chief Elections Analyst Geoffrey Skelley has more on "National Report." -Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton says the fight over the proposed EPIC City development is about protecting the rule of law. -North Carolina Senate candidate Michael Whatley joins “Wake Up America” to discuss the Democratic Party's shift to the left. -President Trump and the First Lady will attend the FIFA World Cup Final at Met Life stadium in New Jersey this Sunday. Today's podcast is sponsored by : NOBLE GOLD - Don't wait six months from now wishing you had positioned earlier. Have the conversation now. Schedule a free gold strategy session at http://NobleGoldInvestments.com/NEWSMAX Listen to Newsmax LIVE and see our entire podcast lineup at ⁠http://Newsmax.com/Listen⁠ Make the switch to NEWSMAX today! Get your 15 day free trial of NEWSMAX+ at ⁠http://NewsmaxPlus.com⁠ Looking for NEWSMAX caps, tees, mugs & more? Check out the Newsmax merchandise shop at : ⁠http://nws.mx/shop⁠ Follow NEWSMAX on Social Media:  -Facebook: ⁠http://nws.mx/FB⁠  -X/Twitter: ⁠http://nws.mx/twitter⁠ -Instagram: ⁠http://nws.mx/IG⁠ -YouTube: ⁠https://youtube.com/NewsmaxTV⁠ -Rumble: ⁠https://rumble.com/c/NewsmaxTV⁠ -TRUTH Social: ⁠https://truthsocial.com/@NEWSMAX⁠ -GETTR: ⁠https://gettr.com/user/newsmax⁠ -Threads: ⁠http://threads.net/@NEWSMAX⁠  -Telegram: ⁠http://t.me/newsmax⁠  -BlueSky: ⁠https://bsky.app/profile/newsmax.com⁠ -Parler: ⁠http://app.parler.com/newsmax⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Boomer is out, so Gio and Jerry kick things off by breaking down the dangerous Canadian wildfire smoke and Gio's surprise at the lack of coverage. They recap Argentina beating England ahead of Sunday's smoky MetLife finals before C-Lo steps in for Jerry's update, highlighting OG Anunoby's ESPY win and jokes from host Marcello Hernandez. Plus, Mike Tyson doesn't seem to know Shohei Ohtani is a man, they replay Argentina's game-winning goal, and close with a video of Jerry Rice getting heckled during his backswing at Tahoe.

Rita McGrath, bestselling author, Columbia Business School professor, sought-after speaker, strategic advisor, and podcast host, joins me on this episode. Rita is a recognized expert in innovation, strategy, and growth, one of the world's Top 10 Management Thinkers, an award-winning academic researcher, and was named by Fast Company as one of the 25 Smartest Women to Follow on Twitter. Her clients include MetLife, Procter & Gamble, Johnson & Johnson, Merck, and many other leading organizations.

Gotham FC just played their first-ever regular season match inside New York City proper, and 42,175 fans showed up to Citi Field to watch it happen.In this episode, LDG breaks down why the Queens Classic was a genuine grand slam moment for the club, even though the ninety minutes on the field left plenty to be desired.He walks through the business case first: a new NYC women's sports attendance record, set not in ideal conditions but through 90-degree heat and an active wildfire smoke advisory, four days before a men's World Cup Final just miles away at MetLife. He connects that turnout directly to the club's recently announced 2028 move to Etihad Park, arguing this was less a one-off spectacle and more a stress test the club needed to pass.From there, LDG gets into the emotional storylines of the night, including Sam Kerr's long-awaited return to the club where her NWSL career first took off, and what her ovation from a sold-out crowd signals about the fanbase Gotham is building in Queens. He also doesn't shy away from the rough patches: a chewed-up outfield-turned-pitch that caused multiple stumbles, a scrappy and largely uneventful second half, and a scary early exit for Jordynn Dudley after back-to-back knocks to the head.LDG makes the case for why "grand slam" still holds up as the right label even when the on-field product wasn't great, and closes by looking ahead to Gotham's next test hosting Seattle Reign at Icahn Stadium, plus what Washington's now five-game scoreless skid against Gotham means for a probable third straight playoff meeting between the two sides.Thank you all for listening! Remember to follow us wherever you get your podcasts, on Instagram (@the_womens_soccer_podcast) and Bluesky (@thewomenssoccerpod.bsky.social). In addition, leave a 5-star review and tell all your friends about our show!

Spain vs. Argentina at MetLife. Messi vs. the country that raised him. Conor McGregor's knee gives out in the opening sequence after a five-year wait. ESPN and PFF drop QB rankings so questionable that Kelcey literally brought a sign to the show.    There's a lot going on this week. Pull up a chair. DJ and Kelcey have it all covered on this episode of the High Low Sports Podcast.  

A few weeks ago, Kennedy laughed off the idea that you could simply walk from New York City to MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, especially after Europeans insisted it was possible. Then YouTuber Zealand Shannon decided to put that claim to the test. Zealand joins Kennedy to break down his trek from Manhattan to the Meadowlands and what inspired him to make the treacherous journey. Kennedy Now Available on YouTube:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://link.podtrac.com/kstw_yt⁠⁠ Follow on TikTok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@kennedy_foxnews⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join Kennedy for Happy Hour on Fridays!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWlNiiSXX4BNUbXM5X8KkYbDepFgUIVZj⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The World Cup Finals tickets for MetLife are prices we've never seen before for an event, even more so than Knicks Finals tickets at MSG.

We start with astronomical World Cup Finals ticket prices at MetLife, where the cheapest corner seats top $7,900—outpricing even Knicks Finals tickets at MSG. Next, Gio discusses his dream of seeing a giant tornado with a storm chaser. Then, C-Lo returns for an update, addressing whether Chuck Schumer farted on the Senate floor, Cody Bellinger's MVP two-run single, and a drunk Evan Roberts on the Rico Brogna podcast. Finally, we highlight the Moment of the Day featuring Maddog giving back rubs to WFAN employees, and look ahead to tonight's ESPYs, where Gio expects the Knicks to win big.

Plus: DOJ Issues Subpoenas for NYT Qatar Plane Coverage. Jay Z is back. World Cup Final Four. MLB Allstar Game is Something Good. No guests today — just Paul Rieckhoff, coming to you from a brutally hot New York City with the five I's to keep you cool: independence, integrity, information, inspiration, and impact. The top story is a shock: Lindsey Graham, the 71-year-old South Carolina senator and staunch Trump ally, has died. Paul reflects on a complicated legacy — the man who voted to send him to war, drilled in the reserves as a sitting senator, disappointed vets by voting against the post-9/11 GI Bill, and eventually folded fully into Trump land, but who stood with Ukraine when it mattered. His pitch: pass Graham's Russia sanctions bill now and name it in his honor. He also flags the deeper problem with naming an inexperienced family member to a Senate seat that votes on war and peace, checks in on a silent, recovering Mitch McConnell, and breaks down Trump's reignited Iran war — the worst ceasefire ever, 140 targets hit over the weekend, and "President Mayhem" at his peak while markets churn. Then the throughline Paul says you can't look away from: ICE running rampant. Two more people killed in a week — in Biddeford, Maine, and in Houston — with DHS slow to explain and accountability nowhere in sight. Believe your eyes, he says: this is unlawful, unaccountable, and un-American, and shutting ICE down is a patriotic stance, not a partisan one — especially with the specter of the Insurrection Act looming. Paul also hits Trump's escalating war on the press (grand-jury subpoenas to the New York Times reporters who covered the Qatari-gifted Air Force One), some good news from the courts holding the line, a quick primary-season heads-up, and — because it's summer — Jay-Z at Yankee Stadium, a World Cup down to four headed for MetLife, and the "something good" of the MLB All-Star Game in Philly. Country over party, people over politics, light over heat. Stay vigilant. -WATCH full video of this episode here. -Millions of American veterans are being locked out of primary elections in the country they served. See what we're doing to change that. -Visit Kalshi and trade on anything. Use code [INDEPENDENT] to get ten dollars when you trade ten. -Join Noble Mobile today and get a $100 bonus when you use code PAUL and stay a member for 2 months! -Join IVA and help us get independent veterans elected to office. -Learn more about Paul's work to elect a new generation of independent leaders with Independent Veterans of America.   -Learn more about American Veterans for Ukraine here. -Remember Independent is an Attitude. -Learn more about The Headstrong Project for Veterans, Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS), and Department of Veterans Affairs resources in your area. Seeking support is not a sign of weakness. It's a show of strength. If you or a loved one are in immediate crisis, dial 988 and press 1, or text 838255. Connect with Independent Americans: Subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all podcast platforms Read more at Substack Support ad-free episodes at Patreon  Connect: Instagram  • X/Twitter • BlueSky • Facebook  Follow on social: @PaulRieckhoff on X, Instagram, Threads, and Bluesky -Join the movement. Hook into our exclusive Patreon community of Independent Americans. Get extra content, connect with guests, meet other Independent Americans, attend events, get merch discounts, and support this show that speaks truth to power.  -And get cool IA and Righteous hats, t-shirts and other merch now in time for the new year.  Independent Americans is powered by veteran-owned and led Righteous Media.  And now part of the BLEAV network!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Get access to the 2026 NFL Draft/Rookie Guide for FREE from Chad Parsons (and a VIP Chat with the best dynasty owners on the planet) by signing up as an All-Pro at www.Patreon.com/UTH. Thanks for listening, and keep building those dynasties! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Anthony Zenhauser, Josie Marcellino and Travis Przybylski join Zac Amico and discuss the man getting trampled at a Bronx rodeo, the trashiest pet, the Mexican vigilante, The American Bible Challenge, being inspired to lose weight, commuting to MetLife during the World Cup and so much more! Air Date: 06/29/26Support our sponsors!BodyBrainCoffee.com - Use promo code: ZOO15 to get 15% off!YoKratom.com - Check out Yo Kratom (the home of the $60 kilo) for all your kratom needs!Zac Amico's Morning Zoo plug music can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oMgQJEcVToY&list=PLzjkiYUjXuevVG0fTOX4GCTzbU0ooHQ-O&ab_channel=BulbyTo advertise your product or service on GaS Digital podcasts please go to TheADSide.com and click on "Advertisers" for more information!Submit your artwork via postal mail to:GaS Digital Networkc/o Zac's Morning Zoo151 1st Ave, #311New York, NY 10003You can sign up at GaSDigital.com with promo code: ZOO for a discount of $1.50 on your subscription and access to every Zac Amico's Morning Zoo show ever recorded! On top of that you'll also have the same access to ALL the shows that GaS Digital Network has to offer!Follow the whole show on social media!Anthony ZenhauserTwitter: https://twitter.com/thezencomicInstagram: https://instagram.com/thezencomicJosie MarcellinoInstagram: https://instagram.com/JosieMarcellinoYouTube: youtube.com/josiemarcellinoTravis PrzybylskiInstagram: https://instagram.com/youngrosaseaZac AmicoTwitter: https://twitter.com/ZASpookShowInstagram: https://instagram.com/zacisnotfunnyDates: https://punchup.live/ZacAmicoSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

LeBron James told the Lakers he's leaving, and the whole internet turned into a GM. The leading rumor: he joins Steph Curry, Anthony Davis, and Draymond Green on the Warriors — a super team that's basically three 40-year-olds and a buffet. Then there's the Bronny clause: LeBron reportedly waited until the last second to leave so his son's extension got locked in first (J Dawg says corruption, Mike says good parenting). Meanwhile everyone is FLEEING Los Angeles — Kawhi gone, LeBron gone, Giannis off to Miami for the weather and the tax break, Jaylen Brown probably next. Plus the World Cup is loose in America: Germany's out on penalties, Morocco knocked out the Dutch, the Scotland Tartan Army drank Boston dry, and the World Cup FINAL is somehow being played at MetLife — a stadium one English fan reviewed as having "six pissers for about 10,000 people." We also get into the fake betting tracker coming to the app, why Mike's son thinks the TV only plays football, and a heavy, important one on Chris Johnson and going to the doctor.

John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball get together to chat for the first time at the FIFA World Cup. They reflect on their experiences covering matches at the tournament so far, from John's sausage bun in Houston to Ian going viral for his review of MetLife Stadium. Ali also discusses commentating on Lionel Messi's record-breaking goal, which saw him become the highest goalscorer in World Cup history. Messages, questions and voicenotes welcome throughout the tournament on WhatsApp to 08000 289 369 & emails to TCV@bbc.co.uk1'52 - marks out of ten for the World Cup so far 2'20 - Ian being in New Jersey for the Knicks winning the Championship 4'04 - John's experience at the Azteca 9'00 - Difficulty picking out the players in the big stadiums 10'03 - When Denno missed a substitution in the Atlanta stadium & going viral in America 13'00 - the atmosphere in the stadiums 15'24 - John's sausage bun in Houston 19'20 - Commentating in stormy conditions 23'07 - Thoughts on England so far at the World Cup 26'38 - Who will start against Panama? 29'40 - Ian's hack on getting to the Metlife stadium & Americanisms 34'25 - The best teams they've seen so far & keeping up to date 37'24 - Ali commentating on Messi's record breaking World Cup goal 40'57 - Listeners correspondence 45'30 - Unintended pub names

US equity futures are firmer, Asian markets are mixed, and European equities are also trading higher. Markets are being driven by renewed optimism around the AI and memory cycle following strong guidance from Micron and upgraded outlooks from Qualcomm. At the same time, weaker oil prices are easing pressure on rates and contributing to expectations of a slower pace of central bank tightening, although policymakers continue to signal a cautious stance with risks around inflation still present.Companies Mentioned: Meta, MetLife, EasyJet

Laila Kollmorgen, Global Head of CLO Tranche Investing at MetLife Investment Management, joins The CLO Investor podcast to discuss her investment approach across the CLO capital structure and the products her team manages. Laila shares why she currently sees compelling opportunities in CLO equity, junior BBBs, and AAAs, while offering insights on software credit risk, AI disruption, private credit, and the evolving outlook for leveraged loans and CLOs.

Group Chat News is back with the hottest topics of the week. The guys get into Father's Day, youth sports, and the real life lessons hiding in a kid's baseball tournament before diving into LVMH's stunning decline, OnlyFans' $2.6 billion machine, and World Cup mania taking over America. On this episode of Group Chat, Dee Murthy and Anand Murthy break down: – LVMH's negative growth and what the decline of Louis Vuitton, Dior, and the luxury giants says about the global economy – The K-shaped recovery, the vanishing middle class, and why a "violent rebound" in luxury may be coming – OnlyFans hitting $2.6 billion in US spending. the cash machine, the brand moat, and the AI creators cashing in – The #1 OnlyFans spending city in America (it's not LA, New York, or Miami) – World Cup mania: SoFi Stadium vs. MetLife, and why the finals should've been in LA – The "Freddy" phenomenon America's viral World Cup hero, and whether the whole thing is a marketing plant – Whether Europeans are really "discovering" America, and why the world sings American songs – Team USA's run, the magic of a hot team, and the country roads takeover – Father's Day real life lessons: learning how to lose the lessons sports teach that carries into business and life If you enjoy the show, please leave us a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify — it genuinely helps more than you know, and it's the best way to support Group Chat. New episodes every week. Subscribe so you never miss one. Hosted by Dee Murthy, Anand Murthy, and Chris "Drama" Pfaff

What if your biggest profitability opportunity isn't a new patient or a new location, but the revenue you've already earned and never fully collected?   Kendall Hussein sits down with Shreyas Parab, who grew up running every job in his mom's small dental practice in Philadelphia before founding Daydream, one of the most AI-driven RCM companies in dental today. Shreyas breaks down why collections actually drop as practices scale, why a 99% collection rate can still mean you're 45 days from your money, and what it costs when your office manager is on hold with MetLife instead of filling chairs. He walks through how Daydream's AI-powered billing team helped DEO member Beam Dental recover $36,626 in just 76 days.  

In today's episode, you'll discover: 1.     Why choosing yourself — and detaching your worth from a title — is the foundation for building a career and a life on your own terms. 2.     That confidence and authenticity are muscles you build, not gifts you're born with, and you lead best when you show up as your whole self. 3.     A practical, inside-out first step to get unstuck, with health and well-being as the nonnegotiable starting point. To support these three takeaways, I chose a quote from Jack Welch: "Before you are a leader, success is all about growing yourself. When you become a leader, success is all about growing others." About Jennifer Doty: Jennifer Doty is VP of Customer Operations at ThreeFlow and the author of Just Lead and Find the Right Now Role. With nearly two decades at MetLife behind her, she's now building a portfolio career across speaking engagements, her growing LivePure business, and a solid 9-to-5. Jennifer teaches people to get out of their own way and lead from the inside out to build the life they want. How to Get in Touch with Jennifer Doty: Email:  jenniferdoty0@gmail.com Website: http://jenniferdoty.com/ Stalk me online! Linktr.ee: https://linktr.ee/conniewhitman   Communication Style Assessment (CSA)™:  https://changingthesalesgame.com/communication-style-assessment/

The All local for Tuesday, June 16th, 2026

The All Local Afternoon Update for Tuesday, June 16th,2026

AI is reshaping careers across digital marketing, leaving professionals questioning their relevance. Jennifer Doty, former Fortune 100 VP and current executive mentor who led 1,400+ employees at MetLife before building her own advisory practice, shares frameworks for navigating industry transformation. The discussion covers her "Swiss Army Knife" leadership approach for managing teams through uncertainty, practical strategies for building confidence when leading with zero expertise, and techniques for maintaining human connection in digital-first work environments.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hour 2: Mike Florio (@ProFootballTalk) and Devin McCourty (@devinmccourty) discuss latest news in NFL including New York Giants HC John Harbaugh on the playing surface at MetLife stadium for the World Cup. Also, Minnesota Vikings WR Justin Jefferson on the QB competition between Kyler Murray and J.J. McCarthy. (00:30) Giants begin mandatory minicamp Monday (08:00) LB Abdul Carter leaves practice early (ankle) (12:30) RB Cam Skattebo participates in drills at minicamp (18:30) Giants HC John Harbaugh on World Cup playing surface: “Roger's going to call me up and he's going to get mad at me because probably not going to say what he wants me to say. So, that's all I'm gonna say.” (26:00) Patriots WR Kayshon Boutte on A.J. Brown trade: “That was a good pickup, man… Great X receiver, dominant. Whether it's a deep ball, short route, he can catch a slant, take it to the house.” (28:45) Kayshon Boutte: “"I want to be in New England for the rest of my career… This is my new home… Boston is my life." (34:45) Cardinals QB Jacoby Brissett and DE Josh Sweat both report to mandatory minicamp (44:00) Falcons sign WR Drake London to 4-year, $141M contract extension (44:30) Bijan Robinson on if he’s next in line for a contract extension: “We’ll see, because I’m not the type of guy to talk about it. I let them handle all that stuff.” (48:00) Vikings begin mandatory minicamp today (50:00) Justin Jefferson on Kyler Murray: “He understands the game… He understands just how to put touch on the ball, just enough to where it gets to where it gotta go, without making it difficult for us.“See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00) The guys talk about their old text line at 98.5, a situation with the cops because of it, the upcoming Red Sox game today that Fred will be attending, ticket prices, the Taylor Swift effect, helicopters, Trump going to an NBA Finals game, and getting to MetLife.(22:01.684)(36:40.090) WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: Vrabel talks for the first time since missing the third day of the NFL Draft at Patriots OTAs, reporters asking about both football and his family situation, Giardi and Vrabel back and forth, Vrabel talking about whether he is going to miss other days of football, the guys talk about the Red Sox winning 8-0 against the Braves, base running struggles, hits (mostly singles) kept coming, the first non-single is Duran's home run, the Duran/outfield situation, Carolina has won 3 in a row after losing Game 1 to Montreal in the NHL Playoffs.CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardyFor the latest updates, visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 The Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Watch the show every morning on YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with all the best moments from Boston's home for sports!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this wild FU Friday, Opie wakes up ornery after microwaving coffee with almond milk, sparking epic rants about "real men drink it black," Bill Burr, Boston comics, and endless Clark puns (Clark Kent, Clark Griswold, Bobby Clark — you name it). The crew dives deep into New York infrastructure hell: a massive sinkhole swallowing the LIE (Opie's old exit!), potholes vs. fancy FIFA World Cup soccer fields at MetLife, and the looming LIRR strike that could cripple Long Island commutes. Plus, the insane true story of the Florida man whose bedroom literally fell into a sinkhole — never to be seen again. Ron chows down on a bagel live on camera, the guys challenge each other to a push-up contest, super chats fly (Gary Gay Boobs and Drew Mayfield keeping it hilarious), and they roast the upcoming World Cup halftime show with Shakira, Grandma Madonna, and BTS. David Byrne/Talking Heads talk, celebrity herpes rumors, and classic Opie chaos round it out. If you love unfiltered comedy, NYC gripes, live chat energy, and zero-filter banter, this is your episode. FU Friday at its finest — raw, ridiculous, and addictive.Timestamps:00:00 - David Byrne & Talking Heads vibes02:30 - Almond milk rage & coffee wars08:00 - Sinkhole on the LIE + infrastructure rants25:00 - LIRR strike looming35:00 - Legendary Florida sinkhole story (Jeff Bush)45:00 - World Cup halftime show drama (Shakira, Madonna, BTS)55:00+ - Push-ups, bagels, super chats & more Download, like, and subscribe for daily laughs. New episodes drop often — hit the bell!