Podcasts about Midland

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In the opening message of a new summer series on the Book of Job, Pastor Josh Gatewood explores how we respond to unexpected and unexplained suffering. Through Job chapter 1, this sermon examines the tension between the brokenness of our world and the goodness of God, highlighting three essential truths: God's sovereignty, the mystery of His ways, and the steadfast love of His heart. Whether you're currently walking through hardship or preparing for future trials, this gospel-centered teaching reminds us that suffering is not meaningless and ultimately points us to Jesus, the better Job who suffered for us. Website: redeemermidland.org Instagram: instagram.com/redeemermidland Facebook: facebook.com/RedeemerMidland   At Redeemer, we seek to be a Gospel-Centered, Missional Family. We sing songs to worship our Lord, we preach the Word of God from the Bible, and we love one another.   We would love to see you on a Sunday morning at 9:00 or 11:00 am at 3601 N. Lamesa Rd in Midland, Texas. 

In this powerful message from Redeemer Church, Pastor Josh Gatewood unpacks the end of Paul's first missionary journey in Acts 14:19-28. He highlights four marks of the early church—constant opposition, gospel preaching, pastoral leadership, and deep discipleship—while challenging believers to pursue a thriving summer walk with Jesus rather than merely surviving it. Through themes of supernatural change, uncomfortable sacrifice, and frequent encouragement, this sermon equips you to deepen your faith, stay rooted in community, and keep your eyes fixed on Christ even amid summer disruptions and trials.   Website: redeemermidland.org Instagram: instagram.com/redeemermidland Facebook: facebook.com/RedeemerMidland   At Redeemer, we seek to be a Gospel-Centered, Missional Family. We sing songs to worship our Lord, we preach the Word of God from the Bible, and we love one another.   We would love to see you on a Sunday morning at 9:00 or 11:00 am at 3601 N. Lamesa Rd in Midland, Texas. 

Live selling is having a moment and you don't need to be an influencer or have any e-commerce experience to get in on it. Clinton Benninghoff is a part-time pastor and full-time golf enthusiast who took over Golf HQ, a brick-and-mortar golf shop in Midland, Texas. He spent years building it into a community staple and developing relationships with the top golf brands. Then in October 2024, he joined Whatnot — and everything changed. In just over a year, Clinton's live-selling channel hit $2 million in sales. He was the first seller in the golf category to crack $100,000 in a single live show. And he did it all while still running the physical store, which did a little over $3 million last year on its own. (Join Whatnot today and enjoy a $15 discount on your first purchase!) Listen to Episode 740 of the Side Hustle Show to learn: how live selling on Whatnot works and why the platform puts new sellers in front of buyers from day one where to find inventory even if you don't have a storefront how to build the kind of loyal community that shows up to every single show Full Show Notes: This Part-Time Pastor Sold $2M On Whatnot Last Year New to the Show? Get your personalized money-making playlist ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Sponsors: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Indeed⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ – Start hiring NOW with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Quo (formerly OpenPhone)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ — Get 20% off of your first 6 months! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shopify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ — Sign up for a $1 per month trial! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Gusto⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ — Get 3 months free of the leading payroll, benefits, and HR provider for modern small businesses! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Whatnot⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ — Whatnot will match your first $150 sold in the first month! About The Side Hustle Show This is the entrepreneurship podcast you can actually apply! The award-winning small business show covers the best side hustles and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠side hustle ideas⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. We share how to start a business and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠make money online⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and offline, including online business, side gigs, freelancing, marketing, sales funnels, investing, and much more. Join 100,000+ listeners and get legit business ideas and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠passive income⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ strategies straight to your earbuds. No BS, just actionable tips on how to start and grow your side hustle. Hosted by Nick Loper of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Side Hustle Nation⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Finding great deals in this market can require investigating different geographies and possibly different asset classes. Although most Real Estate has encountered major challenges and headwinds, prices are still too high and generate insufficient cash flow. Robert Nelson, Managing Member of Permian Flex Capital, 1031 exchanged one of successful Self-Storage facilities in Northeast Pennsylvania into a small industrial building in Midland, Texas at over a 9 cap entry point, thereby generating strong in-place cash flow. Midland-Odessa, Texas is a rapidly growing market with very limited new construction to compete with. 

TL's Road House returns this week with fast-rising country artist Braxton Keith. The Texas native joins Tracy to talk about growing up in Midland, discovering traditional country music through his grandparents' vinyl collection and building a career rooted in classic country sounds. Braxton opens up about leaving college behind as his music career started taking off, the influence of artists like George Strait, Merle Haggard and Marty Robbins and what inspired his debut album ‘Real Damn Deal.' The two also dive into touring life, Texas dancehall culture, AI in music and Braxton's growing fanbase across the country. Get ready to hear more about his journey from West Texas bars to becoming one of country music's most talked-about rising stars.

This podcast features the official audio recordings of public government meetings conducted by the City of Midland, Michigan. Meetings may include sessions of the Midland City Council, Planning Commission, and various other boards and commissions. These recordings are provided as a public service to promote transparency, accessibility, and civic engagement. Each episode presents the complete audio of a scheduled public meeting. For meeting agendas, minutes, and additional resources, please visit the City of Midland's official website at www.cityofmidlandmi.gov.

Midland Evangelical Free Church Sermon Audio Midland, MI

In this inspiring message from Acts 14:1-18, Pastor Jason Hatch unpacks Paul and Barnabas's continued missionary journey through Iconium and Lystra, where bold gospel preaching leads to many believing while stirring fierce opposition and even attempts to stone the apostles. Witness dramatic signs and wonders, the apostles' humble refusal to be worshipped as gods, and their powerful call to turn from vain idols to the living Creator who reveals Himself through creation and ultimately through Jesus Christ. This sermon highlights the difference between common grace and saving grace, the joy of the gospel, and why we must respond to the good news by repenting and believing.   Website: redeemermidland.org Instagram: instagram.com/redeemermidland Facebook: facebook.com/RedeemerMidland   At Redeemer, we seek to be a Gospel-Centered, Missional Family. We sing songs to worship our Lord, we preach the Word of God from the Bible, and we love one another.   We would love to see you on a Sunday morning at 9:00 or 11:00 am at 3601 N. Lamesa Rd in Midland, Texas. 

This powerful message challenges us to reconsider what biblical health stewardship truly means and why it matters to God. Beginning with the parable of the talents from Matthew 25, we're reminded that stewardship isn't merely a suggestion—it's an expectation. Just as the servants were entrusted with resources and held accountable for how they managed them, we've each been given a physical body as a gift from our Creator.The Gathering Church is located in Midland, Texas.You can watch our live worship experience online at mygathering.liveVisit our website at https://www.mygathering.churchConnect with us on Social Mediahttps://facebook.com/mgatheringhttps://Instagram.com/mygatheringhttps://Twitter.com/mygatheringGOD | COMMUNITY | PURPOSE

Revolution Fitness And Performance in Roscam will hold a Community Day on Saturday 6th of June as they celebrate the relaunch of their Gym.  The day also features a major fundraising drive for two deserving organisations in Galway Lions Club and HopeSpace, the children's grief support service.  John Mulligan featured the event on Sunday Sport and spoke to three special guests.  John spoke to Muireann Ryan, Trustee and Immediate past president of Galway Lions club who is also Chairperson of Lions Ireland West and Midland, Niamh Bray, a long time supporter and member of the gym and Myles McHugh, Chairman and board member of HopeSpace. 

Allie Elliott is an interpreter based in Midland, Michigan who brings together her background in biology and passion for people to create meaningful connections with the natural world. She works at the Chippewa Nature Center as an Interpretive Naturalist / Assistant Camp Director, where she focuses on youth programming and hands-on experiences that inspire curiosity, stewardship, and belonging in the outdoors. With a special interest in Michigan's wetland ecosystems, Allie strives to make science accessible, engaging, and relevant for all audiences. She is actively involved with NAI through the Young Professional Council and the Great Lakes Region, supporting connection, leadership, and growth for emerging professionals in the field. Outside of work, she enjoys exploring the outdoors with her husband, daughter, and two Bernese Mountain Dogs. Allie joins NAI's Heather Manier and Madison Hyatt on this episode.

City of Midland | Regular Planning Commission Meeting | May 12, 2026This podcast features the official audio recordings of public government meetings conducted by the City of Midland, Michigan. Meetings may include sessions of the Midland City Council, Planning Commission, and various other boards and commissions. These recordings are provided as a public service to promote transparency, accessibility, and civic engagement. Each episode presents the complete audio of a scheduled public meeting. For meeting agendas, minutes, and additional resources, please visit the City of Midland's official website at www.cityofmidlandmi.gov

As part of the Future of Texas series in partnership with Texas 2036, this episode explores the region powering not just Texas — but increasingly the global economy: the Permian Basin. Through the Future of Texas podcast series, Texas 2036 brings together diverse perspectives as we explore the opportunities and challenges facing our state over the next ten years. The views expressed in this program are those of the individual speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views of Texas 2036, its staff or its Board of Directors. Host Brad Swail is joined by Tracee Bentley, President and CEO of the Permian Strategic Partnership, and Jordan Wat, Director of Government Affairs at Texas 2036, for a wide-ranging conversation about the future of energy, workforce growth, infrastructure, and community development in West Texas. The discussion begins with a striking reality: if the Permian Basin were its own country, it would rank as the fourth-largest energy producer in the world — behind only Russia, Saudi Arabia, and Iran. But this conversation goes far beyond oil production alone. Bentley and Wat explain how the Permian Basin has become one of the most strategically important economic regions in the United States, supporting everything from electricity reliability and manufacturing to public education funding and technological innovation. The discussion covers: • Why the Permian Basin produces more than 50% of U.S. oil and gas • How drilling technology and AI transformed energy production • Why Texas energy production continues hitting record levels • The growing electricity demand driven by AI and data centers • Pipeline, transmission, and grid infrastructure bottlenecks • Natural gas, LNG, and Texas grid reliability after Winter Storm Uri • The role of the Permian in stabilizing global energy markets • Workforce shortages and the need for 176,000 additional workers by 2040 • Housing affordability challenges in Midland and Odessa • Health care access and specialty care shortages in West Texas • Water scarcity, produced water, and future recycling technologies • Career and technical education investments tied to workforce needs • Why literacy and workforce readiness remain major long-term concerns The episode also highlights how public-private partnerships are reshaping the region. Bentley explains how the Permian Strategic Partnership has invested more than $200 million into infrastructure, education, workforce development, and health care — leveraging those investments into billions more through state and federal collaboration. A major takeaway is that the future of the Permian Basin is no longer just an “energy story.” It is increasingly a story about building sustainable communities capable of supporting long-term economic growth. Looking toward 2036, both guests argue that Texas' continued success depends on whether the state can match energy growth with investments in roads, schools, workforce training, housing, water infrastructure, and grid reliability. The message is clear: the future of Texas is deeply tied to the future of the Permian Basin. 00:00 — Intro + Future of Energy overview 01:35 — Why the Permian Basin matters globally 03:22 — Record energy production and drilling technology 05:04 — Jobs, workforce growth, and the Texas economy 07:18 — Education funding and workforce pipelines 09:09 — Innovation, AI, and modern energy production 13:26 — Electricity demand, LNG, and grid reliability 16:24 — Infrastructure bottlenecks and pipeline capacity 22:04 — Global energy markets and the Permian's role 25:15 — Community life in Midland and Odessa 26:57 — Roads, schools, healthcare, and housing challenges 32:32 — Career training and workforce development 35:33 — Public-private partnerships and long-term planning 37:42 — Literacy, workforce readiness, and recruitment 45:06 — Water challenges and produced water innovation 47:22 — Looking toward 2036 + closing thoughts Watch Full-Length Interviews: https://www.youtube.com/@TexasTalks

Midland Evangelical Free Church Sermon Audio Midland, MI

City of Midland | Regular Meeting of City Council | May 11, 2026This podcast features the official audio recordings of public government meetings conducted by the City of Midland, Michigan. Meetings may include sessions of the Midland City Council, Planning Commission, and various other boards and commissions. These recordings are provided as a public service to promote transparency, accessibility, and civic engagement. Each episode presents the complete audio of a scheduled public meeting. For meeting agendas, minutes, and additional resources, please visit the City of Midland's official website at www.cityofmidlandmi.gov

Bill Jackson is my first guest this week. Bill is a lobbyist in Lansing who talks about the loss of MUCC, legislation to fund the DNR Fisheries Division and two proposals to allow commercial fishermen access to Michigan sport fish. Then, Dr. Brian MacFalda of My Michigan Hospital in Midland talks about strokes....what to look for and how to prevent them. Hour two kicks off with Michigan hunter Jeff Hammond. Jeff describes his most recent hunting adventure to Kodiak Island where he took a ten foot Kodiak bear at close range. Rich Chrzan from Killer Food Plots is up next to talk about the spring food plot planting season. The hour wraps up with Steve Dey from MUCC. He talks about the dissolution of that long time organization. Hour three features Al Stewart of the Nimrod Education Center at Hillsdale College. He also describes the new Halter Shooting Center at the college.  

On this Mother's Day, Pastor reflects on the joys and sorrows of the day while diving into Acts 13, where Paul and Barnabas preach the gospel in Antioch of Pisidia. The response is powerful: crowds beg to hear more, the whole city gathers, and many Gentiles rejoice and believe—while others react with jealousy and persecution. The core message is that true, resilient joy is found only in Jesus and the Holy Spirit, not in changing circumstances, as echoed in the lives of Augustine and C.S. Lewis. This sermon reminds us that the gospel brings deep, enduring joy that the world desperately seeks, turning ordinary people into bold witnesses.   Website: redeemermidland.org Instagram: instagram.com/redeemermidland Facebook: facebook.com/RedeemerMidland   At Redeemer, we seek to be a Gospel-Centered, Missional Family. We sing songs to worship our Lord, we preach the Word of God from the Bible, and we love one another.   We would love to see you on a Sunday morning at 9:00 or 11:00 am at 3601 N. Lamesa Rd in Midland, Texas. 

The Comforter and Sasse's Farewell Speech Pastor Cogan John 14:15-21‘If you love me, you will keep my commandments. And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Advocate, to be with you forever. This is the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot receive, because it neither sees him nor knows him. You know him, because he abides with you, and he will be in you.‘I will not leave you orphaned; I am coming to you. In a little while the world will no longer see me, but you will see me; because I live, you also will live. On that day you will know that I am in my Father, and you in me, and I in you. They who have my commandments and keep them are those who love me; and those who love me will be loved by my Father, and I will love them and reveal myself to them.' What would you say on your deathbed, your last lecture, your farewell speech? Would you offer sage advice? Share your favorite stories? Or maybe crack a few jokes you've learned along the way? We don't get much of any of that from Jesus' farewell to his disciples. That's what we hear from that passage from John. We are still in the season of Easter, but today we return to the words he spoke to his disciples just before his crucifixion. At first he seems like he is doing something you're told not to do on a deathbed and that's asking for promises. It's as if Jesus is saying, “if you love me, promise me you'll keep my commandments.” Talk about manipulation and guilt?! But that's not what Jesus is after. It's not a conditional, if/then. He's not asking for a promise. Rather, Jesus is saying you'll know your love for me when you keep my commandments.More importantly, Jesus is the one making promises on his deathbed. “I will give you another Advocate and he will be with you forever”. That word for Advocate can be translated in many different ways: counselor, helper, but also comforter. Jesus is offering assurance to terrified disciples, telling them, “I cannot stay here with you, but don't worry. I am giving you the Holy Spirit, who will be a comforter to you.” Now that's a beautiful promise. I'm sure the disciples needed it. I'm sure some of you need it today! But what does that mean or look like? I mean how is the Holy Spirit going to give not just the disciples, but give you and I comfort here and now, in this life? Well I think I've seen that comfort in Ben Sasse, who is also giving his farewell speech. Sasse, as you may know, was senator from Nebraska, serving from 2013 to 2023. He left under his own volition and became the president of the University of Florida. Before all that, he was the president of Midland University, a small ELCA college in Midland, NE. Since early February, Ben has been doing interviews and podcasts at breakneck speed because he's dying. In December of 2025 Ben found out he had cancer. Actually, he found out he had five different types of cancer that had metastasized into 47 tumors, tormenting his torso and the rest of his body. They gave him 90 days to live. Which is perhaps why you have seen clips of him or his name on your social media feed. When asked why he's spending so much time with interviewers and journalists, he said, “I did not decide to die in public. But even with three to four months left to live, you have to redeem the time. There's only so many bits of unsolicited advice I can give my children. So, you journalists want to talk, and if you don't have anybody better, I'm your huckleberry.” From all I've seen and heard in the talks and interviews, Ben is doing a bit of everything in his farewell speech. He cracks some jokes, he tells great stories like one explaining what's happening in this photo of him, looking like he's a bit hungover or had a workout (you decide), and Chuck Schumer holding a giant cig in his right hand. And as expected he gives sage advice. Advice that comes with the clarity that, according to Ben, only comes with having a terminal diagnosis. For him, his cancer has clarified what matters and he feels a responsibility to use whatever time is left for the good of others. And while Sasse and I may be on different ends of the theological spectrum, his clarity on a number of issues is compelling.He speaks about everything from AI to politics and the way our screens, addictions, and tribalism are reshaping us. But what I find most compelling from his farewell speech is not the advice, stories, or hot takes. Rather, it's his regrets.He wishes he hadn't worked so much. He laments how much he traveled. He would have locked away phones and turned off screens at the dinner table, because you don't get that sacred time back. He would have taken sabbath more seriously, undistracted by sports or the ever present lure of work. He would have strengthened bonds with family: siblings, cousins, parents. And somehow he says all this without despair… , even though he has regrets, even though he knows deeply the mistakes he made, he still has comfort in these last days. In all the interviews I have seen and heard, Ben is noticeably weak, doped up on morphine and nauseous, yet something strengthens him. I mean look at him here with this interview with the NYT. He is literally bleeding from his face because he can't grow skin as a result from his chemo, yet he doesn't hide it one bit! How can he have such comfort in the midst of such regret, pain, evil, and death?I can't help but think this is the Comforter at work in one's life, the Holy Spirit giving comfort today in the here and now. Because what I hear in Ben Sasse is that he can name these regrets, these mistakes because he knows, he trusts that he is forgiven. Not only by his family, but by God, too. He can call cancer evil, but at the same time, sanctifying because he now has a divine dependence he never knew before and likely wouldn't have, had this not happened to him. He can call death the enemy, but also trust in the full healing that comes after it. Such comfort I can only understand as coming from outside of himself, from God at work through the Holy Spirit, assuring him of his forgiveness, giving clarity about what matters most, and supporting him when he can't support himself.It's tempting to hear comfort and imagine soft sheets, fluffy pillows, or simply a calmness. But I don't think that's the comfort Jesus promises nor what the Spirit gives. Comfort is not the removal of suffering, but the freedom to tell the truth. It's not emotional numbness but courage to face regret. And it certainly isn't empty platitudes, but the ability to face death without despair. The Spirit gives more than just coping skills.And I see that in Ben's farewell speech. He is still grieving. Still suffering. Still regretting. Still dying. And yet something holds him. Strengthen hims. Comforts him. And when I look at him and hear him, I can't help but believe that is the comfort of the Holy Spirit, the promise of Jesus manifested in this life. How this comfort comes? Or what exactly the Holy Spirit does to cause it? I don't know and Jesus doesn't explain it. Nor do I think Jesus is all that concerned in the mechanics. He is more interested in the promise, to the disciples, to Ben Sasse, and to you and I; that when you face regrets, when you are confronted by pain and evil, when death is inevitable, because it is, you will not be orphaned, left to face any of it alone. You have a comforter.I pray you know that comfort. I pray I offer it to you. I pray the Holy Spirit works through you to offer it to someone else.Because the truth is, we are all moving toward a farewell speech of our own. One day there will be regrets we cannot undo, suffering we cannot avoid, and a death we cannot outrun. And when that day comes, Jesus does not offer explanations. He does not provide escape. He promises this: you will not be orphaned.And maybe that is the comfort of the Holy Spirit. Not the removal of pain, but the assurance that even there, in grief, in weakness, in death itself, you are not abandoned.That is the work of the Father who promises, the Son who assures, and the Holy Spirit who abides with us still. Amen.

C dans l'air du 9 mai 2026 - Ormuz : quand l'Iran fait trembler l'économie mondialePlus de deux mois après son déclenchement, la guerre en Iran a provoqué un choc économique mondial majeur. Son principal symbole : le blocus du détroit d'Ormuz, point clé du commerce international, par lequel 20 % du pétrole mondial et une partie importante du gaz y transitent. Les perturbations maritimes ont fait exploser les coûts du transport, des assurances et des matières premières. Le FMI alerte désormais sur un risque de ralentissement mondial durable avec une inflation en forte hausse. Les pays asiatiques sont les plus fragilisés. La Chine, l'Inde, le Japon ou la Corée du Sud dépendent fortement du pétrole et du gaz venant du Golfe. La hausse des prix menace leurs industries, leurs transports et même la production de semi-conducteurs, essentielle pour l'électronique et l'intelligence artificielle. Plusieurs analystes craignent aussi des pénuries et des retards dans les chaînes d'approvisionnement mondiales. L'Europe subit également de fortes conséquences économiques. Les prix du gaz et des carburants ont fortement augmenté, ce qui relance l'inflation et ralentit la croissance. Des secteurs comme la chimie, la sidérurgie, l'agroalimentaire ou les transports voient leurs coûts exploser. Selon des économistes, une guerre longue pourrait provoquer un choc économique avec des risques de récession. En France, les conséquences économiques de la guerre au Proche-Orient se font sentir jusque dans le quotidien des habitants, notamment à travers la hausse des prix de l'énergie et des carburants. À Dunkerque, les bus gratuits sont devenus une solution concrète pour de nombreux habitants qui cherchent à réduire leurs dépenses, faute de pouvoir suivre l'augmentation du prix de l'essence. En France, la colère gronde pour de nombreux ménages faisant face à des dépenses qui s'accumulent et au sentiment de subir des effets d'une crise internationale sur laquelle ils n'ont aucune prise. Conscient de ces difficultés, Sébastien Lecornu a promis des mesures supplémentaires : « changer d'ampleur et d'échelle », sans pour autant retomber dans le « quoi qu'il en coûte », car la France n'en a plus les moyens. Au RN, qui réclame la baisse des taxes sur le carburant ou LFI qui souhaiterait le blocage des prix, le Premier ministre répond qu'il n'y toujours pas « d'argent magique ». Mais la crise a aussi ses gagnants… Le blocage du détroit d'Ormuz est une aubaine pour les producteurs de pétrole américains, qui voient s'ouvrir de nouveaux champs d'extraction avec la montée des prix du baril, et récupèrent de nouveaux clients. Dans le Midland, au Texas, une de nos équipes est allée auprès de ces trumpistes invétérés, convaincus que la transition écologique est une « erreur ». Comment la hausse du pétrole et du gaz se répercute-t-elle sur l'économie mondiale ? Pourquoi les pays asiatiques sont-ils les plus dépendants et les plus exposés ? Comment la hausse des prix de l'énergie impacte-t-elle concrètement les ménages français ?Nos experts :- Philippe DESSERTINE - Économiste, professeur à l'Université IAE Paris Panthéon Sorbonne, auteur de « L'horizon des possibles » chez Robert Laffont - Erwan BENEZET - Journaliste au service économique et politique du Parisien-Aujourd'hui en France, auteur de « Le grand bazar de l'énergie » aux éditions Arthaud - Fanny GUINOCHET, éditorialiste économique sur France Info - Anne-Sophie ALSIF - Cheffe économiste au Cabinet d'analyse économique BDO France

Baxter & Johnny D welcome Kentucky-born-and-bred hit songwriter, Jeremy Spillman, to the Challenge. Jeremy has had songs recorded by Tim McGraw, Eric Church, Keith Urban, Cody Johnson, Ashley McBryde, Trace Adkins, Brandy Clark, Midland, Little Big Town, Reba McEntire, Brantley Gilbert, Jon Pardi, Luke Bryan, Emily Ann Roberts, and many more. Spillman is also an author who released his first book, The Divine Devils, last September, to incredible reviews from John Osborne of the Brothers Osborne, Ted Danson, Academy Award Winner, Mary Steenburgen, and many more! Connect with Jeremy Spillman Here: Facebook: @JeremySpillman Instagram: @JeremySpillman Website: https://jeremyspillman.com The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win! About the hosts: Brent Baxter is an award-winning hit songwriter with cuts by Alan Jackson (“Monday Morning Church”), Randy Travis, Lady A, Joe Nichols, Ray Stevens, Gord Bamford and more.  He helps songwriters turn pro by helping them WRITE like a pro, DO BUSINESS like a pro and CONNECT to the pros.  You can find Brent at SongwritingPro.com/Baxter and  SongwritingPro.com. Johnny Dwinell owns Daredevil Production and helps artists increase their streams, blow up their video views, sell more live show tickets, and get discovered by new fans, TV and music industry pros. Daredevil has worked with artists including Collin Raye, Tracy Lawrence, Ty Herndon, Ronnie McDowell and others.  You can find Johnny at TheCLIMBshow.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, we're joined by Stuart Cox, artist at the legendary Midland studio Gargoyle Games, for a brilliant trip through the golden age of British 8-bit development. Stuart shares how he went from the Dragon 32 and early arcade obsessions to working on Scooby-Doo, Light Force, Shockway Rider, Hydrofool, ThunderCats and more, with stories of rapid-fire development, clever tricks to push the ZX Spectrum, digitised graphics, Rob Hubbard's incredible turnaround times, the truth behind the “Wolf” and “Samurai Dawn” confusion, and even the lost ThunderCats NES port. A proper behind-the-scenes look at one of the UK's most fascinating 1980s game studios.Stuart's current project: https://www.wireadmin.comContents:00:00 – The Week's Retro News Stories50:41 – Gargoyle Games InterviewPlease visit our amazing sponsors and help to support the show:Bitmap Books – https://www.bitmapbooks.comCheck out PCBWay at https://pcbway.com for all your PCB needsWe need your help to ensure the future of the podcast, if you'd like to help us with running costs, equipment and hosting, please consider supporting us on Patreon:https://theretrohour.com/support/https://www.patreon.com/retrohourJoin our Discord channel: https://discord.gg/GQw8qp8Website: http://theretrohour.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/theretrohour/X: https://twitter.com/retrohourukInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/retrohouruk/Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/theretrohour.comTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/theretrohourShow notesA1200 Delayed: https://tinyurl.com/yfzd3wddTomb Raider Side-Scroller: https://tinyurl.com/msn72sabTomb Raider On N64: https://tinyurl.com/bdfz8zdsC64 And Spectrum Handhelds: https://tinyurl.com/mwv2bj88Zapped To The Past: https://tinyurl.com/2rvzth58Cancelled Simpsons Game Revealed: https://tinyurl.com/4444m3aaAsk.com Shuts Down: https://tinyurl.com/mr467ybyResident Evil Teaser Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SJPu1spHqfk

It's a Sunday Funday edition of the After Party! And for this one we got the return of Marcy! She comes on as we reminisce on Jaguars Gentlemen's Club, the most she's made in one night as a dancer and dumps some trauma on the podcast. Follow us on social media @AaronScenesAfterParty

Click here to donate $5 on Left of Lansing on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/15494297/joinHere's Episode #177 of Michigan's Premier Progressive Podcast!00:00-21:52: Trump Ballroom/AIPAC Backs Haley StevensPat Johnston's sinus infection may have knocked him down, but he's not out this week! It turns out the working class will indeed pay for The Trump Regime's $1billion ballroom at the White House. Surprised? Also this week, AIPAC announced it's doubling-down on Michigan Democratic Congresswoman Haley Stevens in the Democratic Primary Race for the state's open Senate seat. AIPAC is holding a fundraiser for Stevens because it views progressive-populist candidate, Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, to be a threat to the U.S.-Israel "relationship." 22:53-31:24: State Senate ReaxMichigan Democrats earned a blowout victory in a crucial race for an open state Senate seat this week. Saginaw firefighter Chedrick Greene earned 60% of the vote over the MAGA Republican candidate for the 35th state senate district, which includes Bay, Midland, and Saginaw Counties. It was another race where Democrats outperformed their 2024 numbers, and Pat explains what that could mean for the primary and general election races later this year. 31:25-39:00: Last Call--We're In a Populist MoodIn this week's "Last Call," Pat comments on some statements and conclusions made by pollster Richard Czuba during a recent edition of "Off The Record with Tim Skubick" on WKAR in Lansing. 39:01-41:56: EndingPlease, subscribe to the podcast, download each episode, and give it a good review if you can!leftoflansing@gmail.comLeft of Lansing is now on YouTube as well!Music provided by Wanderbeats. To hear the latest project, visit Space Leopard on various streaming sites, or visit: https://www.youtube.com/@SpaceLeopardClick here to donate $5 on Left of Lansing on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/15494297/joinClick here to vote on the LOL Weekly Web Poll!NOTES:Mop Up Michigan Ballot Initiative: https://mopupmichigan.org/"Bernie Sanders stumps for El-Sayed, McKinney while continuing push against oligarchy." By Ben Solis of Michigan Advance "Michigan gas this week: Prices climb as ‘highly fluid' outlook remains." By Justin P. Hicks of MLive.com "Michigan farms ‘losing money on every acre' as war spikes costs." By Rob French of Bridge Michigan "AIPAC-backed Stevens ousts Levin in race seen as bellwether on US-Israel politics." By Andrew Lapin of Times of Israel "Debbie Stabenow Backs Stevens Over Progressive Democrats in Michigan Senate Race." By Sam Robinson of Michigan Chronicle "Greene wins Michigan Senate special election, Democrats retain control of chamber." By Katherine Dailey of Michigan Advance Richard Czuba from the May 1, 2026 edition of Off The Record with Tim Skubick on WKAR#podcast #politics #progressive #Michigan #Democrats #Republicans #MAGA #Election #Election2026 #AbdulElSayed #HaleyStevens #AIPAC #Senate #ChedrickGreene #StateSenate #Israel #AIPAC #IranWar #GasPrices #Trump #Ballroom #WorkingClass #Affordablity #Economy #Democracy #Fascism #CorporateGreed #CorporateCorruption #GovernmentCorruption #EpsteinClass #Farmers #Costs #Inflation #Authoritarianism #LeftofLansing

Here's a quick breakdown of today's Black Dragon Biker TV –The Biker's Angle episode topics:1.Bandido Captured/Jailed for Shooting a Mongol in TexasGilbert Roman Corrales, a suspected Bandidos MC member, was arrested in connection with the April 25, 2026 shooting of a Mongols MC member on West Loop 250 in Midland, Texas. The victim (58-year-old El Paso Mongols member) was shot multiple times but survived. This is the original shooting that triggered the Mongols retaliation (the 5 Mongols arrested for stabbing a Bandidos member). Corrales faces aggravated assault with a deadly weapon charges. Texas biker tensions continue to escalate fast.2. Outcast MC Member Sentenced to 22 Years for Murder in Portland, OregonWilliam Watson, 34, Outcast MC member from Washington state, was sentenced to 22 years in prison. He pleaded guilty to first-degree manslaughter (and other charges) in the 2023 shooting death of Cali Bolden, a 26-year-old mother of three who was an innocent bystander at a motorcycle club party in Southeast Portland. Watson claimed self-defense during a fight that broke out at the party. 3. Two Outlaws Sentenced in Portland Killing of a WomanThis likely refers to the same or a closely related Portland case involving Outlaws/Outcast circles (some overlap in reporting). Black Dragon will probably clarify the details on air.4. Polk Around and Find Out – Grady Judd's Massive RaidsSheriff Grady Judd (Polk County, Florida) just wrapped up “Operation Polk Around and Find Out” (May 1, 2026). 266 total arrests: 247 for prostitution/human trafficking-related charges + 19 child sexual predators. Multi-agency sting with heavy emphasis on human trafficking and online predators. Classic Grady Judd operation — big numbers, big press conference, and his signature tough talk.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-dragon-s-lair-motorcycle-chaos--3267493/support.Sponsor the channel by signing up for our channel memberships. You can also support us by signing up for our podcast channel membership for $9.99 per month, where 100% of the membership price goes directly to us at https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-.... Follow us on:Instagram: BlackDragonBikerTV TikTok: BlackDragonBikertv Twitter: jbunchiiFacebook: BlackDragonBikerBuy Black Dragon Merchandise, Mugs, Hats, T-Shirts Books: https://blackdragonsgear.comDonate to our cause:Cashapp: $BikerPrezPayPal: jbunchii Zelle: jbunchii@aol.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BlackDragonNPSubscribe to our new discord server https://discord.gg/dshaTSTSubscribe to our online news magazine www.bikerliberty.comGet 20% off Gothic biker rings by using my special discount code: blackdragon go to http://gthic.com?aff=147Join my News Letter to get the latest in MC protocol, biker club content, and my best picks for every day carry. https://johns-newsletter-43af29.beehi... Get my Audio Book Prospect's Bible an Audible: https://adbl.co/3OBsfl5Help us get to 30,000 subscribers on www.instagram.com/BlackDragonBikerTV on Instagram. Thank you!We at Black Dragon Biker TV are dedicated to bringing you the latest news, updates, and analysis from the world of bikers and motorcycle clubs. Our content is created for news reporting, commentary, and discussion purposes. Under Section 107 of the Copyright

May 6, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson discuss Chedrick Greene's special election win. Wayne State University's Marjorie Sarbaugh-Thompson, a political science professor, joins to discuss what this means for Democrats. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 6, 2026 ~ Joshua Holliday, Vice President, Marketing, Communications + Sales, Midland Center for the Arts joins Paul W. Smith. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Behind the Mitten is Michigan's premier radio show and podcastEpisode 750Our annual baseball show!Segment 1: Gonzo and Amy talk Detroit Tigers baseball and a new season at Comerica Park.Segment 2: Matt DeVries, Director of Marketing and Entertainment and storytelling for the Great Lakes Loons in Midland, tells us what make this Midwest League team a great destination for foodies and families.Segment 3: Jesse Goldberg-Strassler, Broadcaster and Media Relations guru for the Lansing Lugnuts, is a longtime favorite of Behind the Mitten, and this weekend he talks about what makes Jackson Field such a great summer experience.Segment 4: Steve McCarthy, President of West Michigan Whitecaps, closes the show with what's new in minor league baseball, and what fans of the High-A affiliate for the Tigers can expect this summer at LMCU Ballpark.

This week on God's Country Podcast, Braxton Keith joins The Brothers Hunt for a wide-ranging conversation that goes way beyond music. From growing up in Midland, Texas to getting a random DM from Post Malone that led to sharing the stage at Stagecoach… Braxton breaks down how fast things can change when the right moment hits. We get into: How Post Malone discovered his music + invited him on stage The story behind his breakout song “Cozy” and blowing up online Growing up in West Texas and building his sound from the ground up His debut album Real Damn Deal and why it's unapologetically country Life on the road, farm animals, and keeping it real outside the spotlight It's equal parts laughs, real talk, and a look at one of country music's fastest-rising artists. BROUGHT TO YOU BY TACTACAM, Log In and get 20% OFF all hardware with code: GODSCOUNTRY20 at www.tactacam.com

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In this powerful sermon from Redeemer Church in Midland, Texas, Pastor Jason unpacks Paul's first missionary journey in Acts 13 and reveals the essential relationship between the Law and the Gospel. He shows how the Law reveals God's holy character and our inability to obey perfectly—leading either to pride or despair—while the Gospel brings the good news of forgiveness, rest, and transformation through Jesus Christ, who fulfilled the Law on our behalf. A timely message for anyone tired of guilt-driven religion, reminding us that Christianity is not “try harder” but “come to Jesus” for true freedom and grace.   Website: redeemermidland.org Instagram: instagram.com/redeemermidland Facebook: facebook.com/RedeemerMidland   At Redeemer, we seek to be a Gospel-Centered, Missional Family. We sing songs to worship our Lord, we preach the Word of God from the Bible, and we love one another.   We would love to see you on a Sunday morning at 9:00 or 11:00 am at 3601 N. Lamesa Rd in Midland, Texas. 

This powerful message challenges us to examine where we stand in the crowd of Christianity. Drawing from John 8:31-36, we're confronted with a crucial question: Are we merely listeners, casual fans, or true disciples of Jesus? The journey from fan to disciple requires belief, willingness to grow through discipleship and mentorship, and ultimately full surrender. When we truly embrace this path, we discover that truth isn't just words or cultural definitions, but a person: Jesus Christ Himself.The Gathering Church is located in Midland, Texas.You can watch our live worship experience online at http://mygathering.live/Visit our website at https://www.mygathering.churchConnect with us on Social Mediahttps://facebook.com/mgatheringhttps://Instagram.com/mygatheringhttps://Twitter.com/mygatheringGOD | COMMUNITY | PURPOSE

Gary Dorrien is spending six weeks teaching the history of Christian social ethics in America — and this week Aaron and I turned the lens on Gary himself, which he immediately identified as the worst session of the class. What followed was an hour of Gary tracing his own formation from a kid on Union Road in Midland who couldn't stop staring at the crucifix, through graduate school, liberation theology, democratic socialism, and fifty years of theological labor held together by Rauschenbusch's conviction that capitalism has overdeveloped our selfish instincts and shrunk our capacity for public ends. The crucifix, a seven-year-old on railroad tracks, and why the moral influence theory was second nature before Gary knew it was a theory Going to mass every morning at Union Seminary while reading Barth, Tillich, and Niebuhr — and the Jesuit friends who told him he was obviously a Protestant Gustavo Gutiérrez reading Rauschenbusch for the first time and asking why Americans don't talk about this treasure James Loder, a thousand-page manuscript, and the line "maybe you can find the book in here" His love Brenda — and why Gary can say almost nothing else except that his is a story of being saved by love and grace Why Hegel still grips him fifty years later — and why most people only know the wrong Hegel The six interpretive traditions of Hegel and why the theological-metaphysical one is the one most seminaries quietly abandoned William Temple, Whitehead, and why Gary became an Anglican almost entirely on the strength of one book Capitalism is bad for us and a catastrophe for the planet — a blunt response to a pastor whose congregation looks like a list of what capitalism does wherever it lands Purity politics, DSA, AOC, and why ridicule works but isn't good for us The flickering Galilean vision — and why it keeps flickering not despite being wrong but because it's right Previous Episodes with Gary or Aaron the Niebuhr You Thought You Knew What Would a New Abolition Be? Gary Dorrien on the Black Social Gospel, Ida B. Wells & Reverdy Ransom Social Ethics for This Moment What God Do They Worship In There? The Black Social Gospel and the Crisis of American Christianity Theological Ethics & Liberal Protestantism James Cone and the Emergence of Black Theology The Future of Faith & Justice  Theology for Action The Sacred, The Political, and Why We're All Vulnerable Come keep thinking with us — ⁠Theology Beer Camp 2026⁠ This is exactly what we will be sitting with at ⁠Theology Beer Camp this October 8–10 in Kansas City⁠. Our theme this year is the God-podcalypse. Cornell West is coming. So are a lot of your favorite theologians and podcasters and six hundred of your soon-to-be-favorite people. We are going to think together about what it means to be a people of faith in catastrophic times — without deodorizing the catastrophe, and without giving despair the last word. Don't wait. → ⁠TheologyBeer.Camp JOIN ⁠⁠THE CLASS - Theology for Troublemakers: Christian Social Ethics from the Margins⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This 6-week online course, led by Dr. Gary Dorrien and Dr. Aaron Stauffer, recovers the radical tradition of Christian social ethics — from Reverdy Ransom and Reinhold Niebuhr to James Cone and the Welfare Rights Movement — and asks what faithfulness demands of us right now. Weekly lectures, live Q&A conversations, guest lecturers, and an online community included.

Chris Holman welcomes back Tony Stamas, President and CEO, Midland Business Alliance, Midland, MI. Welcome back Tony, remind us of the scope and purpose of the Midland Business Alliance? How did the second half of 2025 go for the Midland Business Alliance? And what's on tap for 2026? Midland Business Alliance recently was among six prominent Michigan business groups join a nonpartisan coalition to promote smart, consistent trade policies. Tell us about that? How have tariffs been impacting the Midland area economy? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Watch MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

© Clay Jones – https://claytoonz.substack.com On our political radar this week… The Trump Retribution Parade continues as his Department of Payback indicts James Comey for posting a picture of sea shells on social media. If that doesn’t work, they could try claiming the 6-foot-8 Comey's height poses an imminent threat to the safety of the President. New polling from the Detroit Chamber shows “Undecided” remains the leader in Michigan Democrats' battle for the U.S. Senate nomination. There's a new controversy in that race, with long-ago Tweets from Mallory McMorrow coming back to haunt her. Among Republicans, John James continues to lead Perry Johnson, Mike Cox, and the rest of the field. The one no-contest race: Jocelyn Benson has a 58-point lead in the race for the Democratic gubernatorial nomination. The US Supreme Court has effectively repealed the last remnants of the Voting Rights Act, setting the stage for a possible new round of partisan gerrymanders. It comes as the last four black Republicans in Congress retire, leaving the GOP with the prospect of no black House members in 2027. The impact goes beyond the U.S. House of Representatives. In Michigan, it effectively eliminates majority-minority as a criterion for Michigan's Citizens Independent Redistricting Commission when it draws future state legislative district maps – quite possibly before the 2028 elections. The Donald Trump narcissism parade continues to grow. The latest: His snarling mug will now appear on commemorative U.S. passports, although Trump-free passports will continue to be available. And King Charles presented him with the ship's bell from the World War II submarine HMS Trump. One ominous sign: that ship was sold off and broken up for scrap in August 1971.  In response to the war of words over election integrity, Secretary of State Benson has announced that 2.1 million outdated voter registrations have been canceled since 2019 or are in the cancellation process. For the first time ever, this includes over 180,000 dormant registrations of people who haven't voted in a single election in the last 20 years or longer. Control of the state Senate will be decided Tuesday when voters in Michigan's 35th Senate District will decide whether Democrat Chedrick Greene or Republican Jason Tunney will represent them for the rest of the year in Lansing. The district includes Bay, Midland and Saginaw counties. The Democrats are heavily favored to win and maintain control of the Senate. The quote of the week comes from The Bulwark's Tim Miller: We're in the Fat Elvis era of the Trump presidency. A note on the passing of Senator Don Riegle. First elected to the U.S. House from Flint in 1966, he served 5 terms and then 3 terms in the Senate, where he succeeded the legendary Phil Hart. He was one of the few people ever elected to Congress from both parties, switching from Republican to Democrat in protest of the Vietnam War and the corruption of the Nixon administration. We also lost a friend of this podcast, former Detroit News reporter and later Department of Justice lawyer Jim Mitzelfeld. Jim and his reporting partner Eric Freedman won a Pulitzer Prize for their uncovering of a million-dollar corruption scandal in the state House Fiscal Agency. Jim died of melanoma a day short of his 65th birthday.   Joining the conversation this week is President of End Citizens United, Tiffany Muller. Mark and Walt Sorg talked with Tiffany Muller. She simultaneously leads the affiliated groups Let America Vote, and the End Citizens United/Let America Vote Action Fund – organizations dedicated to reversing what many consider one of the worst rulings of the Supreme Court in the last century which opened the floodgates for dark money funding of political campaigns. Since joining ECU, Tiffany has helped grow the group from a start-up to a nationwide organization with more than 4 million members and 1 million grassroots donors.

Here's a quick breakdown of today's Black Dragon Biker TV – The Biker's Angle episode topics:1. 5 Men Arrested – Mongols MC Retaliation in TexasThis is fresh news from Midland, Texas (April 25–29, 2026):A 58-year-old Mongols MC member from El Paso was shot multiple times while riding on West Loop 250 in Midland.Two days later, Mongols members allegedly carried out a revenge attack: beating and stabbing a Bandidos MC member along Interstate 20.Five Mongols members have now been arrested and charged with Aggravated Assault and Engaging in Organized Criminal Activity.Texas summer biker tensions are already boiling — classic Mongols vs. Bandidos rivalry flaring up again.Black Dragon will likely break down the timeline, club protocol, and how fast retaliation happened.2. 5 Diamonds MC Thrown Out of Clovis Rodeo ParadeHappened recently (late April 2026) in Clovis, California.Police ordered members of the Five Diamonds Motorcycle Club to remove their patches or leave the public parade because they were wearing “gang colors.”The club says they've attended for years doing charity work with no issues.This has sparked strong 1st Amendment debates — whether law enforcement can force MC members to remove colors in a public event.3. Can a Motorcycle Club Be Arrested Just for Wearing Colors?Short answer: No — not legally in most U.S. states.Wearing MC colors/patches is generally protected expressive speech under the First Amendment. However:Police can act if they have specific evidence of criminal activity.Private events/venues can ban colors (they're not government).Some cities and events push “no colors” rules, which often get challenged.With laws like Florida's HB 429, more pressure is coming on “gang identifiers.”Black Dragon will probably go hard on this one.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-dragon-s-lair-motorcycle-chaos--3267493/support.Sponsor the channel by signing up for our channel memberships. You can also support us by signing up for our podcast channel membership for $9.99 per month, where 100% of the membership price goes directly to us at https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-.... Follow us on:Instagram: BlackDragonBikerTV TikTok: BlackDragonBikertv Twitter: jbunchiiFacebook: BlackDragonBikerBuy Black Dragon Merchandise, Mugs, Hats, T-Shirts Books: https://blackdragonsgear.comDonate to our cause:Cashapp: $BikerPrezPayPal: jbunchii Zelle: jbunchii@aol.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BlackDragonNPSubscribe to our new discord server https://discord.gg/dshaTSTSubscribe to our online news magazine www.bikerliberty.comGet 20% off Gothic biker rings by using my special discount code: blackdragon go to http://gthic.com?aff=147Join my News Letter to get the latest in MC protocol, biker club content, and my best picks for every day carry. https://johns-newsletter-43af29.beehi... Get my Audio Book Prospect's Bible an Audible: https://adbl.co/3OBsfl5Help us get to 30,000 subscribers on www.instagram.com/BlackDragonBikerTV on Instagram. Thank you!We at Black Dragon Biker TV are dedicated to bringing you the latest news, updates, and analysis from the world of bikers and motorcycle clubs. Our content is created for news reporting, commentary, and discussion purposes. Under Section 107 of the Copyright

Click here to donate $5 on Left of Lansing on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/15494297/joinHere's the Left of Lansing "Friday Short" for May 1, 2026!Michigan Democratic Congresswoman Kristen McDonald-Rivet from the 8th District in Bay, Midland, Saginaw, and Genesee Counties won her election despite Trump winning her district in 2024.But despite Trump's falling poll numbers, and a majority of working class Democratic base voters begging congressional Democrats to grow a spine and oppose the Trump Regime's constant corruption, McDonald-Rivet keeps making some puzzling votes in her first term in office. She's voted in favor of giving the regime broad surveillance powers, of passing a pro-corporate farm bill, and for MAGA anti-immigration and pro-ICE bills. And McDonald-Rivet released a statement critical of how delegates acted and voted at the Michigan Democratic Party Convention, in which her sister lost party's attorney general nominating race. Pat Johnston talks about McDonald-Rivet's record, and why it's a stark example of what working class voters don't want from their representatives in this day of The Trump Regime. In this week's "Last Call," Pat shares his thoughts on the Supreme Court's MAGA majority's decision to essentially eradicate the Voting Rights Act. 48:38-50:46: EndingPlease, subscribe to the podcast, download each episode, and give it a good review if you can!leftoflansing@gmail.comLeft of Lansing is now on YouTube as well!Music provided by Wanderbeats. To hear the latest project, visit Space Leopard on various streaming sites, or visit: https://www.youtube.com/@SpaceLeopardClick here to donate $5 on Left of Lansing on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/15494297/joinClick here to vote on the LOL Weekly Web Poll!NOTES:"‘Dangerous and Shameful': 42 House Democrats Help GOP Send Trump Spying Bill to Senate." By Jessica Corbett of Common Dreams "McDonald Rivet defends vote for Laken Riley Act during swearing-in ceremony in Flint." By Andrew Roth of Michigan Advance Michigan Democratic Congresswoman Kristen McDonald-Rivet statement on the Michigan Democratic Party Convention

Heather Bartlett, BSN, RN, CEN, CNML, is a nurse educator and supervisor in the Emergency Department at MyMichigan Medical Center Midland in Midland, Michigan. She is the person responsible for orienting every nurse, ED tech, and unit assistant who joins their team, equipping each one with the confidence, competence, and humanity to show up for patients on their worst days. Her mission is deeply personal. When Heather was 15, her father died of a massive heart attack at age 42. In the immediate aftermath, an emergency department nurse was her rock and her ally. That nurse's compassionate, honest, and unshakeable presence planted the seed for everything that followed.  Heather reflects on what it means to truly see your patients: to hear what they're saying, to notice what they aren't, and to stand with them in the hard spaces as their bridge, their advocate, and their confidant.    For more information on the podcast bundles, visit ANA's Innovation Website at: https://www.nursingworld.org/practice-policy/innovation/education. Have questions or feedback for the SEE YOU NOW team? Future episode ideas? Contact us at: hello@seeyounowpodcast.com.

Here's a quick breakdown of today's Black Dragon Biker TV topics (as of April 28, 2026):1. Mongols Club Member Shot on Highway A 58-year-old Mongols MC member from El Paso was shot multiple times while riding on West Loop 250 in Midland, Texas, on April 25. It was initially reported as a crash, but police confirmed gunshot wounds. He's in stable condition after surgery. No arrests announced yet. Mongols are a major 1%er club, and Texas has long-standing tensions between big clubs (Mongols, Bandidos, etc.). Classic "biker-on-biker" incident that fits the outlaw scene.2. E-Bike Crackdown in San Antonio AreaBoerne (just outside San Antonio) is ramping up enforcement on illegal e-bikes and electric dirt bikes. Police cite safety issues — kids riding recklessly, "biker gangs of 10-year-olds," sidewalk/endangering traffic complaints. This is part of broader Texas pushes on unregulated powered two-wheelers that don't meet e-bike classifications (pedals 750W motor + speed limits). Not directly aimed at motorcycle clubs, but it affects the wider two-wheeled community.3. German Police Raid Hells AngelsGerman cops (especially in North Rhine-Westphalia) have conducted multiple large-scale raids on Hells Angels chapters over the years, including recent ones involving hundreds to over 1,200 officers. Targets usually include organized crime, drugs, violence, and clubhouses. Germany is very aggressive toward outlaw clubs they view as criminal enterprises. This is ongoing — not a one-off.4. Harley Guindon and Satan's ChoiceHarley Davidson Guindon (son of original founder Bernie Guindon) reformed Satan's Choice MC in 2025 after it had patched over to Hells Angels years ago. He's been vocal on social media, feuding with some HA members, calling out "goofs," and pushing a "back to brotherhood, not corporate" message. Still generating headlines in Canadian biker circles as he tries to rebuild the club across provinces and beyond.5. Black Dragon's Instagram FeedStandard mix of MC history, protocol rants, current biker news, club drama, and his opinions. He's been active pushing his own projects like the Insane Dragons Motorcycle Collective (non-territorial support group).6. "Should Norway Be Vaporized Because of Too Many Liberal Leaders?"Classic Black Dragon hot take / satirical rant style. He's known for strong anti-liberal government commentary mixed with biker freedom themes.7. UAE to Withdraw from OPEC — Gas Prices Going Up Big news today: UAE announced it's pulling out of OPEC and OPEC+. This is shaking oil markets, especially with ongoing global tensions (Iran situation). Analysts expect upward pressure on gas prices as the cartel loses cohesion. Trump has been vocal on this too. Definitely something that hits riders in the wallet.Solid mix of current biker violence, law enforcement pressure, club politics, and economic/news angles — typical Black Dragon episode. If you want deeper dives on any one of these (especially the Mongols shooting or Guindon drama), let me know! Ride safe out there.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-dragon-s-lair-motorcycle-chaos--3267493/support.Sponsor the channel by signing up for our channel memberships. You can also support us by signing up for our podcast channel membership for $9.99 per month, where 100% of the membership price goes directly to us at https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-.... Follow us on:Instagram: BlackDragonBikerTV TikTok: BlackDragonBikertv Twitter: jbunchiiFacebook: BlackDragonBikerBuy Black Dragon Merchandise, Mugs, Hats, T-Shirts Books: https://blackdragonsgear.comDonate to our cause:Cashapp: $BikerPrezPayPal: jbunchii Zelle: jbunchii@aol.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BlackDragonNPSubscribe to our new discord server https://discord.gg/dshaTSTSubscribe to our online news magazine www.bikerliberty.comGet 20% off Gothic biker rings by using my special discount code: blackdragon go to http://gthic.com?aff=147Join my News Letter to get the latest in MC protocol, biker club content, and my best picks for every day carry. https://johns-newsletter-43af29.beehi... Get my Audio Book Prospect's Bible an Audible: https://adbl.co/3OBsfl5Help us get to 30,000 subscribers on www.instagram.com/BlackDragonBikerTV on Instagram. Thank you!We at Black Dragon Biker TV are dedicated to bringing you the latest news, updates, and analysis from the world of bikers and motorcycle clubs. Our content is created for news reporting, commentary, and discussion purposes. Under Section 107 of the Copyright

In this inspiring sermon from Redeemer Church in Midland, Texas, dive into Acts 13:1-12, where the diverse church in Antioch worships the Lord and fasts as the Holy Spirit sets apart Barnabas and Saul (Paul) for their groundbreaking first missionary journey. Through the bold confrontation with the false prophet Bar-Jesus (Elymas) and the astonishing conversion of the intelligent Proconsul Sergius Paulus, the gospel begins its explosive spread across the Roman Empire. This message challenges believers to embrace true worship—moving from a self-centered posture of receiving to a life of sacrifice, service, and mission—as the heart of a gospel-centered missional family. Website: redeemermidland.org Instagram: instagram.com/redeemermidland Facebook: facebook.com/RedeemerMidland   At Redeemer, we seek to be a Gospel-Centered, Missional Family. We sing songs to worship our Lord, we preach the Word of God from the Bible, and we love one another.   We would love to see you on a Sunday morning at 9:00 or 11:00 am at 3601 N. Lamesa Rd in Midland, Texas. 

Industrial water professionals often think about water in terms of treatment, compliance, reuse, and operational risk. John Durand brings a different but closely connected view: water as infrastructure, water as a managed resource, and water as a strategic part of energy development.  John Durand, one of the early pioneers of the water midstream sector and CEO of Magnificent Desolation, LLC, joins Trace Blackmore to explain how produced water moved from a disposal challenge to a large-scale infrastructure opportunity.  From Disposal Model to Managed Resource  John describes how the growth of horizontal drilling changed the scale of water management in the Permian Basin. A vertical well once used a fraction of the water required for today's horizontal wells, creating a need for pipelines, reuse systems, recycling strategies, and long-term infrastructure planning.  He explains that the water midstream sector emerged because the old approach—trucking water or simply sending it to disposal—could not keep pace with the volume. Today, the conversation has shifted toward produced water reuse, recycling, and the search for beneficial uses outside of oil and gas.  Produced Water, Salinity, and Future Use  John notes that produced water can carry very high salinity, sometimes many times higher than seawater. That creates treatment challenges, especially when thinking beyond oilfield reuse and toward broader industrial applications.  He also points to future opportunities for produced water in data centers, electric generation, cooling applications, and possibly other beneficial reuse pathways. The key message is clear: water once treated as waste may become an important resource if the industry continues to innovate responsibly.  Infrastructure, Trust, and Public-Private Partnerships  Beyond pipelines and treatment, John emphasizes the role of relationships. He shares examples from Midland and Odessa, where long-term water supply arrangements and wastewater treatment infrastructure created value for both communities and industry.  For water professionals, the lesson extends beyond oilfield water. Large infrastructure projects require technical expertise, capital, public trust, and long-term credibility. John's experience shows that durable solutions depend as much on trust and collaboration as they do on engineering.  Staying Curious in a Changing Industry  John closes with a practical leadership reminder: stay curious, ask better questions, and keep learning. Whether the topic is produced water, AI, energy independence, or infrastructure, he encourages professionals to dig deeper and continue expanding their understanding.  Listen to the full conversation above. Explore related episodes below. Stay engaged, keep learning, and continue scaling up your knowledge!    Timestamps  02:50 — Trace introduces the episode's central topic: the water midstream sector and how produced water is becoming a true asset instead of only a waste stream 06:31 — John Durand joins the conversation as one of the early pioneers of the water midstream sector and CEO of Magnificent Desolation 07:01 — John introduces his 41-year career in the energy business, his Louisiana roots, and his lifelong connection to oil and gas 08:08 — John explains the origin of the name Magnificent Desolation and its connection to Buzz Aldrin's words after walking on the moon 10:15 — John shares how lifelong curiosity, including reading an entire set of encyclopedias at age 12, shaped his career and learning mindset 11:28 — John walks through his energy career, from upstream oil and gas to natural gas marketing, power generation, conventional midstream, and eventually water midstream 14:22 — John explains how a call about water being "a big deal in the future" led him into Pioneer Natural Resources and large-scale water infrastructure 15:29 — John describes how the water midstream sector emerged as Pioneer built infrastructure to move water across a large acreage position 16:21 — John explains why horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing changed the scale of water demand and produced water management in the Permian Basin 17:39 — Trace asks John to define the water midstream sector, setting up a practical explanation of acquisition, movement, reuse, recycling, and disposal 19:57 — John addresses a common misconception about water midstream: the industry is moving beyond disposal toward reuse, recycling, and beneficial use 23:08 — John explains how the industry learned to manage massive water volumes through infrastructure, collaboration, and private capital investment 25:25 — John discusses produced water treatment considerations, including heavy metals, high salinity, desalination, and waste-product management 27:56 — John defines upstream, midstream, and downstream so listeners can understand how water midstream fits into the broader energy sector 30:09 — John explains why relationships matter in water midstream, especially when developing long-term projects and public-private partnerships 31:24 — John shares examples from Midland and Odessa, where municipal wastewater arrangements created long-term value for both communities and industry 34:31 — John explains why trust is the foundation of lasting relationships and how completed projects can create credibility for future opportunities 38:26 — John reflects on when he realized the water midstream sector was becoming durable and strategically important as private capital entered the space 40:03 — John looks ahead to the future of water midstream, including beneficial reuse, data centers, electric generation, and regional water infrastructure.  44:15 — John discusses how the geopolitical environment affects energy, water management, infrastructure, and U.S. energy independence.  01:04:02 — Words of Water with James McDonald   Quotes "I have always been a very curious individual."  "It was produced water and freshwater."  "The misconception is oil-filled water, and the midstream water industry is just handling waste."  "It's really relationships and how you create and develop those relationships."  "Once you develop that trust over time, that's what it comes down to."  "The future really is into that term that you're going to hear a lot more of, and that's beneficial reuse."  "Be curious, stay curious, ask the right questions, be bold."    Connect with John Durand  Phone: (214) 232-4953  Email: Johnrdurand19@gmail.com  Website: 6th Annual Oilfield Water Markets Conference - Oilfield Water Connection   News & Events for Oilfield Water Management - Oilfield Water Connection   LinkedIn: John Durand | LinkedIn     Guest Resources Mentioned   Oilfield Water Connection 6th Annual Oilfield Water Markets Conference - Oilfield Water Connection  Texas Alliance of Energy Producers Produced Water Society Inc  When Pride Still Mattered:  A Life of Vince Lombardi by David Maraniss  The Shadow of War: A Novel of the Cuban Missile Crisis by Jeff Shaara  Britannica's Permian Basin   Scaling UP! H2O Resources Mentioned  AWT (Association of Water Technologies)  Scaling UP! H2O Academy video courses  Submit a Show Idea  The Rising Tide Mastermind   Words of Water with James McDonald Today's definition is the cloudiness or haziness of water caused by suspended particles that scatter light.  Do you know the word or phrase?    2026 Events for Water Professionals  Check out our Scaling UP! H2O Events Calendar where we've listed every event Water Treaters should be aware of by clicking HERE.   

We're live on 4/20 from our sponsors Apogee in Sunland Park NM! And on this one we bring on our boy 3am as we catch up with him and he shares some of his most recent projects. Plus he tells us all about his crazy Las Vegas work schedule, doing work for the World Cup and he tells us some of his DJ do's and don'ts! And the OG cohost Marky Mark stops by for a little edible action. Follow us on social media @AaronScenesAfterParty

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: For years non-liberal media reporting has shown serious problems, even potential crimes, by the Democrat funding machine ActBlue – even its lawyers admit the organization was untruthful. Now Texas, through Attorney General Paxton, is suing ActBlue.Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Texas wins again! 22nd year in a row ranked as the Best State for Business. Other Lone Star State business news: Blue Orgin's New Glenn ruins Midland-based AST SpaceMobile's launch of BlueBird 7 Fermi co-founder and CEO Toby Neugebauer out, new management takes over. (from the I-told-you-so file.) American shoots down United merger talk Anti-Wimp update: Prepared Texan stops home invasion in Houston.Houston Mayor Whitmire calls Greg Abbott ICE fight futile; experts disagree. Whitmire says city may “amend” ordinance instead of repeal.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

In this sermon from Acts 12 paster Josh Gatewood emphasizes that the Christian life is built on essentials we never outgrow: the wonder of God's grace and the priority of prayer. Through the contrast between Herod's pride and Peter's miraculous rescue, we see that God is sovereign over all circumstances—opposition, suffering, and even persecution—and continues to advance His kingdom. The story reminds us that following Jesus is not about comfort but surrender, and that pride leads to downfall while humility creates space for God's work to grow and multiply in our lives.    Website: redeemermidland.org Instagram: instagram.com/redeemermidland Facebook: facebook.com/RedeemerMidland   At Redeemer, we seek to be a Gospel-Centered, Missional Family. We sing songs to worship our Lord, we preach the Word of God from the Bible, and we love one another.   We would love to see you on a Sunday morning at 9:00 or 11:00 am at 3601 N. Lamesa Rd in Midland, Texas. 

This message challenges us to recognize how naturally self-centered we are and how that mindset creates division in our relationships and distance from God. Through the example of the disciples and the teaching of Jesus, we see that true greatness in God's kingdom comes through humility and serving others. Jesus Himself modeled this by becoming less—choosing obedience, sacrifice, and the cross. When we daily deny ourselves and surrender control, we make room for Jesus to truly be Lord of our lives.The Gathering Church is located in Midland, Texas.You can watch our live worship experience online at mygathering.liveVisit our website at https://www.mygathering.churchConnect with us on Social Mediahttps://facebook.com/mgatheringhttps://Instagram.com/mygatheringhttps://Twitter.com/mygatheringGOD | COMMUNITY | PURPOSE

C dans l'air du 18 avril 2026 - L'Iran fait volte-face : Donald Trump acculé ?Nos experts :- Alain FRACHON - Chroniqueur pour le journal « Le Monde », spécialiste des relations internationales - Romuald SCIORA - Essayiste, directeur de l'Observatoire politique et géostratégique des États-Unis de l'IRIS, auteur d'« America 250, une histoire graphique des Etats-Unis » - Isabelle DE GAULMYN - Journaliste spécialiste des questions de Religion - Anthony BELLANGER - Éditorialiste à France Info TV, spécialiste des questions internationales - Magali LACROZE - Envoyée spéciale en direct de Midland dans le Texas

C dans l'air du 18 avril 2026 - L'Iran fait volte-face : Donald Trump acculé ?Un revirement de situation inattendu. Ce vendredi, Donald Trump avait déclaré qu'un accord de paix était « très proche » et affirmait que l'Iran avait accepté de remettre son uranium enrichi. Un point clé des négociations alors que les Etats-Unis et Israël accusent la République islamique de vouloir se doter de la bombe atomique, ce qu'elle dément. Mais Téhéran a nié avoir accepté le transfert de ces stocks de matière fissile. Plus encore, ce samedi, l'Iran a annoncé reprendre « le strict contrôle » du détroit d'Ormuz en réaction au maintien du blocus américain des ports iraniens, revenant sur sa décision de la veille de rouvrir cette voie maritime stratégique. Le cessez-le-feu de deux semaines, négocié par le Pakistan le 8 avril dernier, qui a mis un terme aux attaques en Iran et dans le Golfe, doit expirer le 22 avril. Si des signaux d'ouverture ont été observés entre l'Iran et les Etats-Unis, aucune percée décisive semble s'être distinguée concernant les négociations entre les deux pays. Ces derniers jours, une autre cible a eu les faveurs de Donald Trump : le pape Léon XIV. Ce dernier a été visé par de violentes diatribes de la part du président américain, alors que le pape, lui-même américain, lui reprochait de menacer de détruire la civilisation pluriséculaire de l'Iran. Donald Trump a aussitôt rétorqué reprochant à Léon XIV d'être « faible » en matière de lutte contre la criminalité et « nul en politique étrangère ». Le souverain pontife a alors qualifié la menace de Donald Trump de « vraiment inacceptable » et a exhorté les Américains à demander à leurs élus au Congrès de « travailler à la paix ». Pourquoi l'Iran reprend-il le contrôle du détroit d'Ormuz après avoir annoncé sa réouverture ? Où en sont les négociations entre l'Iran et les Etats-Unis ? Pour quelles raisons Donald Trump s'en prend-il au pape Léon XIV ?Nos experts :- Alain FRACHON - Chroniqueur pour le journal « Le Monde », spécialiste des relations internationales - Romuald SCIORA - Essayiste, directeur de l'Observatoire politique et géostratégique des États-Unis de l'IRIS, auteur d'« America 250, une histoire graphique des Etats-Unis » - Isabelle DE GAULMYN - Journaliste spécialiste des questions de Religion - Anthony BELLANGER - Éditorialiste à France Info TV, spécialiste des questions internationales - Magali LACROZE - Envoyée spéciale en direct de Midland dans le Texas

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Episode OverviewIn this episode of The Articulate Fly fly fishing podcast, host Marvin Cash sits down with Aaron Chine, guide at Steelhead Alley Outfitters and accomplished visual artist based in Warren, Ohio, for a wide-ranging conversation about the intersection of fishing, guiding and fine art. Aaron came to fly fishing through Pennsylvania trout streams in his early teens and eventually found his way to Steelhead Alley through a mentorship network that includes Jeff Blood and Nate Miller, two of the fishery's most respected veterans. He joined Steelhead Alley Outfitters when Justin Schachilli and Patrick Robinson took over from Greg Senyo and has been guiding there ever since. The episode covers the full arc of Aaron's guiding career on Steelhead Alley, his philosophy on what makes a great guide and the seasonal rhythm of the Lake Erie tributary steelhead fishery from fall through early spring. On the art side, Aaron discusses his work in oil painting and murals — including a landmark 130-foot mural on the Scientific Anglers building in Midland, Michigan — his tattooing career at The Box Gallery and his perspective on the story and soul that human-made art carries in an age of AI-generated imagery. Upcoming Orvis collaborations round out the conversation.Key TakeawaysWhy finding migratory steelhead requires covering water aggressively rather than returning to yesterday's productive spotsHow the guide season on Steelhead Alley runs from fall through early spring, with November and March as peak periodsWhy showing clients a good time on the water — not just maximizing fish counts — defines long-term success as a guideHow using a grid method at large scale allows muralists to maintain proportion across massive public installationsWhy the story behind human-made art creates value and staying power that AI-generated imagery cannot replicateHow fishing and fine art intersect as sustainable parallel careers when neither alone provides full financial stabilityTechniques & Gear CoveredThis episode is more biographical than tactical, so the fishing content skews toward guiding philosophy and fishery structure rather than specific techniques or rigs. Aaron explains that steelhead on Steelhead Alley are migratory fish that move constantly, which means guides must put in the legwork to locate fish rather than relying on prior knowledge of productive lies — a discipline he credits largely to early mentors Jeff Blood and Nate Miller. He notes that tougher, more spread-out seasons demand even more aggressive water-covering to stay on fish. On the art side, Aaron discusses his medium in detail: he works primarily in oil on canvas, uses a grid-based scaling method for large murals and approaches large-scale work one block at a time to maintain proportion — the same technique taught in middle school art class, simply executed at 2-foot-by-2-foot scale. Scientific Anglers' signature red paint featured heavily in the SA building mural, which consumed 24 gallons of paint over seven days.Locations & SpeciesSteelhead Alley is the fishery at the center of this episode — specifically the Lake Erie tributaries along the Ohio-Pennsylvania-New York border, including Conneaut Creek and Cattaraugus Creek (the latter referenced in passing as Marvin's own experience fishing it with Jeff Blood). Steelhead are the primary target throughout the fall and spring seasons, with the fishery operating from roughly September or October through freeze-up in winter, and again through mid-April in spring. Aaron notes that conditions this season and last fall have featured more spread-out fish than peak years, reinforcing the fishery's migratory and weather-dependent nature. For summer fun fishing once the guiding season wraps, Aaron looks forward to smallmouth, pike and musky from a raft — a deliberately lower-pressure complement to the intensity of steelhead season.FAQ / Key Questions AnsweredHow does the guide season on Steelhead Alley typically run?Aaron describes a two-peak season: fall, running from September or October through early December or freeze-up, with November as the prime window; and spring, with March as the busiest month and trips running through mid-April. January and February fishing is weather-dependent — this year, freeze-up shut it down entirely. Guides work essentially every day during peak periods.What's the key to being a successful steelhead guide?Aaron's answer centers on showing clients a good time rather than chasing maximum fish counts. He acknowledges that guides naturally want to put big numbers in the net, but argues that good clients primarily want to experience the fishery, learn to cast and run better drifts and enjoy time on the water — particularly in seasons when fish are spread out and harder to locate.Why does finding steelhead require so much mobile, aggressive water coverage?Because steelhead are migratory fish that move constantly, productive lies from one day can be completely empty the next. Aaron emphasizes putting miles on the boots and staying mobile, especially in lower-fish-density seasons. This is a foundational piece of Steelhead Alley guiding culture, reinforced by mentors like Jeff Blood and Nate Miller.How did Aaron approach painting the massive Scientific Anglers mural in Midland, Michigan?Aaron divided the 130-foot wall into 2-foot-by-2-foot grid squares and treated each block as its own self-contained piece, maintaining proportion across the full installation. He worked from sun-up to sundown for seven straight days to complete it before the 80th anniversary party. The project used 24 gallons of paint, including eight gallons of Scientific Anglers red for the background alone.How does Aaron think about the threat AI poses to visual artists working in the fishing and outdoor space?Aaron acknowledges that AI can produce visually competent imagery quickly and without paying an artist, but argues that it lacks the story and soul behind human-made work. He believes audiences — and fellow artists especially — can spot AI imagery immediately, and that the personal narrative connecting an artist to their work is ultimately what creates lasting value and authentic connection with buyers and fans.Related ContentS7, Ep 18 – License to Fish: The Intersection of Art and Angling with Cody Richardson of Cody's FishS3, Ep 145 – All Things Steelhead Alley with Jeff Blood (Part I)S3, Ep 153 – All Things Steelhead Alley with Jeff Blood (Part II)S6, Ep 97 – Fly Fishing Wisdom and Industry Pet Peeves with Greg SenyoConnect with Our GuestFollow Aaron on Instagram.Follow The Box Gallery on Instagram.Follow Steelhead Alley Outfitters on Instagram.Follow the ShowFollow The Articulate Fly on Facebook, Instagram, Threads and YouTube.Follow our Substack newsletter for episode updates, tips and resources.Support the ShowShop through our Amazon link to support the podcast.Join our Patreon community to support the show.If you are in the industry and need help getting unstuck,...

On October 14, 1987, Reba McClure and her eighteen-month-old daughter, Jessica, stopped by the Midland, Texas home of her sister for a visit. As Reba sat in the backyard watching Jessica play with some neighborhood children, she heard the phone ring and went inside to answer it. When McClure returned to the backyard a few minutes later, she saw the other children staring at the ground on the far-side of the yard, but Jessica was nowhere to be seen. To Reba McClure's absolute horror, while she was inside on the phone, Jessica had fallen twenty-feet down into the well on her sister's property and become lodged in a section only fourteen-inches wide. Rescue teams arrived at the house not long after Jessica fell into the well, but the situation proved far more complicated than anyone had expected; they needed to dig a parallel shaft to rescue the girl, but any amount of significant vibration in the earth could have collapsed the well entirely. In the early days of cable news twenty-four-hour news coverage, the rescue of Jessica McClure became one of the most watched events in the United States. However, while the rescue of the girl was everyone's primary concern, the wall-to-wall coverage itself quickly became a major part of the story, as ordinary smalltown Americans were shoved into the spotlight and questions over rights to the story (and rights to privacy) took center stage. References Belkin, Lisa. 1988. "Baby Jessica's rescuers fighting over TV rights." New York Times, March 24. Bone, Mark, and Gregory Rosati. 2021. How 58 hours in Midland, Texas, changed the future of TV news. July 30. Accessed March 24, 2026. https://edition.cnn.com/2021/07/30/opinions/baby-jessica-cnn-films-shorts-mark-bone-opinion. Comiter, Jordana, and Carolina Blair. 2025. Where Is ‘Baby Jessica' Now? Inside Her Life 38 Years After Her Harrowing Rescue from a Texas Well. October 16. Accessed March 24, 2026. https://people.com/all-about-baby-jessica-life-now-11830322. Crimmins, Patrick. 1987. "Toddler's rescue 'matter of time'." Midland Reporter-Telegram, October 16: 1. Hillrichs, Julie. 1987. "Naps, choruses of nursery song help toddler endure her ordeal." Midland Reporter-Telegram, October 16: 1. Kennedy, J. Michael. 1987. "Jessica makes it to safety-after 58 1/2 hours." Los Angeles Times, October 17: 1. Lunsford, Lance. 2024. Inside the Well: The Midland, Texas Rescue of Baby Jessica. Lubbock, TX: Texas Tech University Press. Madigan, Tim. 1987. "Rescue just agonizing inches from sobbing girl in Midland well." Fort Worth Star-Telegram, October 15: 1. —. 1987. "Town shares emotion of toddler's relatives." Fort Worth Star-Telegram, October 16: 1. Nye, Ramona. 1987. "Jessica free, under doctors' care." Midland Reporter-Telegram, October 17: 1. Pitts, John Paul. 1987. "Concerned people give of themselves for Jessica." Midland Reporter-Telegram, October 17: 1. Thomas, Evan, and Peter Annin. 1997. "'Baby Jessica' grows up." Newsweek, October 27: 34. Cowritten by Alaina Urquhart, Ash Kelley & Dave White (Since 10/2022)Produced & Edited by Mikie Sirois (Since 2023)Research by Dave White (Since 10/2022), Alaina Urquhart & Ash KelleyListener Correspondence & Collaboration by Debra LallyListener Tale Video Edited by Aidan McElman (Since 6/2025) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.