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The White Sox looked like a young team on the road as some issues that may not go away were exposed in New York and Detroit. Can the return of Kyle Teel help this group get back on track? Plus, we break down the latest MLB proposal that the MLBPA may say they don't like, but could agree to in the end. Video version on YouTube! Brought to you by Hayat Home Medical Equipment. Chris Lanuti and Ed Siebert sit at a basement bar on the South Side of Chicago to discuss their favorite team - The Chicago White Sox in a podcast "For Fans, By Fans!" Listen. Subscribe. Share. SUBSCRIBE NOW​ on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, everywhere podcasts can be found and always at SoxInTheBasement.com!

As we rapidly approach the halfway point of the 2026 baseball season, some interesting trends are starting to become more apparent across Major League Baseball. One of the more jarring statistics is the difference in success between teams in the American and National Leagues. While NL teams seem to be having more success, is there a bigger issue at play for teams in the AL? On this episode of Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman try to make sense of why the vast majority of teams in the American League aren't having great seasons. While 10 teams in the NL have records above .500, only five teams in the AL are above that mark. Additionally, only the New York Yankees, Tampa Bay Rays and Cleveland Guardians have reached the 40-win mark. Could it be the amount teams are spending on payroll, or is competition within the AL divisions simply tighter? Later, Jake and Jordan discuss the latest developments in the MLB and MLBPA negotiations over a new CBA, which could feature radical changes to how teams draft eligible players and what those changes could mean for the college baseball landscape. The guys then get into the new format change for the 2026 Home Run Derby, which some fans might not be thrilled about, before making their picks for this week's edition of The Good, The Bad & The Uggla. 1:34 – The Opener: What's wrong with the AL? 23:17 – Around The League: Latest in CBA negotiations 53:40 – We Need To Talk About: HR Derby changes 57:16 – The Good 1:04:01 – The Bad 1:07:58 – The Uggla Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

MLB puso sobre la mesa una propuesta enorme que podría cambiar por completo el Draft: sacar a los jugadores de high school, hacer elegibles a universitarios desde segundo año, reducir el Draft de 20 a 12 rondas y bajar el bonus pool de $358.7M a $200M.En este episodio analizamos qué busca MLB con este movimiento, por qué la MLBPA puede rechazarlo y cómo esto afectaría a prospectos, equipos pequeños, universidades y el desarrollo de talento.Además repasamos las noticias más calientes de la semana:

(0:00-23:11) Are The Phillies stuck & would you pay Jalen Carter now or wait until the offseason?(23:11-32:59) Dave Dombrowski spoke to the media on Andrew Painter & the pitching depth and Andrew is disappointed again(32:59-42:02) An update on negotiations between the MLB & MLBPA and it's not a good onePlease note: Timecodes may shift by a few minutes due to inserted ads. Because of copyright restrictions, portions—or entire segments—may not be included in the podcast.For the latest updates, visit the show page Kincade & Salciunas on 975thefanatic.com. Follow 97.5 The Fanatic on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Watch our shows on YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with all the best moments from Philly'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.

Full Show Broadcast (Award Winning) In The Sports Bar. Today's Guests include: New Rochester Knighthawks Head Coach Troy Cordingley & Buffalo Bills Reporter Ryan Talbot. Gene prepares to throw out the first pitch at the Red Wings game tonight. Tim shares "multiple" sports takes. Plus we have Bills & World Cup news for you.

– MLB makes a proposal to the MLBPA to overhaul the MLB draft. – Is this the Blues perfect offseason?– Believe it or Not– BK & Ferrario RewindSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

– The Blues are in position to make any deal they want this offseason.– The Chris Roycroft experience is mercifully coming to an end.– Is the Ivar Stenberg dream officially dead? Plus, There's some real buzz that the Panthers might not bring back Bobrovsky.– Questions and Answers– Is Matthew Knies the ideal trade candidate for the Blues?– How do the Cardinals & Blues rebuilds compare right now?– This is the stretch of the schedule the Cardinals need to advantage of. Plus, The Cardinals are calling up Max Rajcic.– Junk Drawer– MLB makes a proposal to the MLBPA to overhaul the MLB draft.– Is this the Blues perfect offseason?– Believe it or Not– BK & Ferrario RewindSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brad Evans and PJ Glasser react to the latest labor negotiations between MLB and the MLBPA after the union blasted the league's newest proposal. They break down MLB's plan to shrink the amateur draft, introduce an international draft, and reshape player development through the college game, while also debating the ongoing fight over a potential salary cap and salary floor. Is the league's vision good for baseball's future, or is it setting the stage for another labor showdown?

Brad Evans and PJ Glasser break down MLB's proposed overhaul of the amateur draft system, including a shift toward college-aged players and earlier draft eligibility. They discuss whether the league and the MLBPA meeting this far ahead of the December 1 deadline is an encouraging sign, why the latest proposal appears to have widened the gap between the two sides, how critical it is to reach an agreement before the playoffs, and how many missed games in 2027 could cause lasting damage to the sport.

Today's word of the day is ‘united' as in Paul Skenes as in MLBPA as in MLB as in CBA as in negotiations! Paul Skenes has officially spoken. He wants everyone to know that the players do not want to miss games, but if they have to? United! (15:18) The Athletics played in Las Vegas before they move to Las Vegas. The stadiums were full. The weather was hot. The baseball was flying. What does it all mean? (25:50) The San Francisco Giants are looking to shed salaries. According to ESPN, everyone is on the trade block. Buster Posey has to fix this team, can he? (33:40) Review: Over Your Dead Body. (36:00) NPPOD. (40:00) Texas Tech saga is coming to a close. What a nightmare. Brendan Sorsby is leaving to enter the NFL Supplemental Draft. After all of this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is ‘united' as in Paul Skenes as in MLBPA as in MLB as in CBA as in negotiations! Paul Skenes has officially spoken. He wants everyone to know that the players do not want to miss games, but if they have to? United! (15:18) The Athletics played in Las Vegas before they move to Las Vegas. The stadiums were full. The weather was hot. The baseball was flying. What does it all mean? (25:50) The San Francisco Giants are looking to shed salaries. According to ESPN, everyone is on the trade block. Buster Posey has to fix this team, can he? (33:40) Review: Over Your Dead Body. (36:00) NPPOD. (40:00) Texas Tech saga is coming to a close. What a nightmare. Brendan Sorsby is leaving to enter the NFL Supplemental Draft. After all of this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode David and Dom discuss the first proposals of the CBA Proposals that were presented by both MLB and MLBPA. Also tune in to Dom crashing out on why the Guardians signed Rhys Hoskins.

Full Hour 1 in The Sports Bar. Super Agent Leigh Steinberg joins the show to discuss the NY Knicks in the NBA Finals, NBA expansion, the Myles Garret trade & MLB salary cap. Gene is hyped for the Knicks. Bills camp wraps up. The DanDalorian shares his hot take.

As the Chicago Cubs mark 150 years of baseball history, Nikco Sports is celebrating the milestone with a limited-edition, MLB and MLBPA licensed 150th Anniversary Bat. What a way to commemorate your all-time favorite Cubs moments! Chicago Cubs 150th Anniversary Bat graphic, via Nikco Sports Memorabilia In time for Father’s Day, WGN Radio’s Bob Sirott […]

Today's word of the day is ‘prohibited' as in the Knicks as in the Spurs as in President Trump as in Madison Square Garden as in New York City. The NBA Finals are back at the Garden! Can you believe it? President Trump is going to the game and now a Watch Party has been canceled outside MSG. The team says it was the city and not because of Trump. The NYPD says the decision was made with the Secret Service. The vibes are down, but not out. (12:40) What are the prices like for tickets? BIG MONEY. So much so even Josh Hart commented on it. (25:50) Kawhi Leonard and his uncle Dennis have now been interviewed by NBA investigators. The team and Leonard continue to deny the allegations. Adam Silver wants this wrapped up. (31:50) I went to Germany for something. Let me explain what I did. (35:30) Review: Paper Bag Plan. (39:02) NPPOD. (42:00) President Trump has taken his side in the MLB and MLBPA fight. And of course, it's the side of baseball. (46:15) The World Cup starts on Friday and it's a mess. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is ‘prohibited' as in the Knicks as in the Spurs as in President Trump as in Madison Square Garden as in New York City. The NBA Finals are back at the Garden! Can you believe it? President Trump is going to the game and now a Watch Party has been canceled outside MSG. The team says it was the city and not because of Trump. The NYPD says the decision was made with the Secret Service. The vibes are down, but not out. (12:40) What are the prices like for tickets? BIG MONEY. So much so even Josh Hart commented on it. (25:50) Kawhi Leonard and his uncle Dennis have now been interviewed by NBA investigators. The team and Leonard continue to deny the allegations. Adam Silver wants this wrapped up. (31:50) I went to Germany for something. Let me explain what I did. (35:30) Review: Paper Bag Plan. (39:02) NPPOD. (42:00) President Trump has taken his side in the MLB and MLBPA fight. And of course, it's the side of baseball. (46:15) The World Cup starts on Friday and it's a mess. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this MLB Opinions of the Week, Kevin and Austin talk about the upcoming CBA negotiations between the MLBPA and MLB owners. Let us know your thoughts in the comments.

Mariners continue their winning streak and it was the unlikely heroes last night. Steve Palazzolo joins the show to talk about the big trades in the NFL this week: Myles Garrett to Rams, and AJ Brown to Patriots. Is there any way the Seahawks are still the best team in the league? Former NFL player rep Hugh Millen joins the show to talk about the ongoing negotiations betwen the MLB and MLBPA. Hugh Millen stays for another segment to talk about the Rams trading for Myles Garrett and how much that shakes up the heirarchy in the league. Daily Power Play. Is AJ Barner one of John Schneider's most under-the-radar picks? What is his ceiling? Checking the Tacoma Dodge textline and talkbacks, then Elijah Arroyo joins the show from Seahawks OTA's. Softy joins for cross talk from Jimmy's.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MLBTR founder Tim Dierkes joins Darragh McDonald to discuss the early CBA proposals put out by both the Players Association and MLB. Some topics discussed include a competitive integrity tax, a hard cap and floor system, shared TV revenue, how many games each side would be willing to sacrifice, how to improve competitive balance, the public nature of the negotiations so far, how the MLBPA could improve their PR, and how pragmatic the current collection of owners will be during negotiations. 

Germany trip continued - thanks again for sticking with us throughout all the audio, video, lighting problems! Today's word of the day is ‘tactics' as in MLBPA as in MLB as in messaging as in proposals as in arguing as in yelling as in bashing. Bruce Meyer has come out swinging. Bruce Meyer had harsh responses to the proposal that MLB sent last week. Was there a new proposal? No! Same one, but this time he spoke with the media over it. And then MLB had to respond. (26:20) Could President Trump be the key to this negotiation? Maybe! (32:11) What is going on with expansion in baseball? Is it not happening? (38:40) Review: Half Man. (42:44) NPPOD. (45:00) The Royals have a stadium issue. It's about financing. It's always about financing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Germany trip continued - thanks again for sticking with us throughout all the audio, video, lighting problems! Today's word of the day is ‘tactics' as in MLBPA as in MLB as in messaging as in proposals as in arguing as in yelling as in bashing. Bruce Meyer has come out swinging. Bruce Meyer had harsh responses to the proposal that MLB sent last week. Was there a new proposal? No! Same one, but this time he spoke with the media over it. And then MLB had to respond. (26:20) Could President Trump be the key to this negotiation? Maybe! (32:11) What is going on with expansion in baseball? Is it not happening? (38:40) Review: Half Man. (42:44) NPPOD. (45:00) The Royals have a stadium issue. It's about financing. It's always about financing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Does the MLB and MLBPA need to stop negotiating in public? How bad do fans want to see the Knicks win? Former MLB outfielder, Chris Dickerson joins to raise awareness for ALS research. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben Maller talks about if Jacob deGrom is on track for the Hall of Fame, MLBPA claiming players will lose $500m under the owners opening labor deal, reports that Steph Curry made $1 billion on his Chinese shoe deal, Maller's Mountain of Money: Alanis Morissette Edition, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Valenti wants to know if the news about the MLB/MLBPA negotiations makes you more disillusioned with sports as a whole.

The people respond to what the guys started the show with.

Mike and Rico continue their interesting conversation that stems from the latest in the MLB/MLBPA CBA negotiations.

Valenti and Rico take your calls on both of today's main topics.

We crosstrain with the Fascist-in-Chief tearing up the South Lawn of the White House in order to host a UFC event in honor of his own birthday and to celebrate America 250. Because nothing says patriotism, etc. Pottymouth finally gets Blaze on the roster, maybe a day late but it will be great and in talking about Caleb we wonder if anyone else has said GSwing out loud. Nick breaks a streak but also the NYY so Patti's okay. Cam steals a home run and finally has some fun at home. PCA shows the shirtless guys what's up and leads us to a very weird conversation about where to draw the line in what's permissible to yell at a heckler. Pottymouth uses Kiké's injury as a teaching moment for a vocabulary lesson in words probably not permissible to yell at a heckler. Cristopher Sánchez's streak may lead him right to a Cy Young. MLB and MLBPA have fired their first economic proposal shots at each other and it looks bleak. Wander Franco is still guilty but yet free and we have thoughts and feelings. Thank you Os for a baseball does good story with their first Birdland Next Up Scholarship.We say, “Partridge Family vibes for sure,” “I have 117 follow up questions,” and “put a lovely drape over the gaping hole.” Fight the man, go see some live baseball, send your game balls to Meredith, and find us on Bluesky @ncibpodcast, on Facebook @nocryinginbball, Instagram @nocryinginbball and on the Interweb at nocryinginbball.com. Please take a moment to subscribe to the show, and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to NCiB. Become a supporter at Patreon to help us keep doing what we do. We now have episode transcripts available!  They are available for free at our Patreon site. Say goodnight, Pottymouth. 

Send us Fan MailIn this Episode the babes discuss how hot the Brewers have been playing in the month of May, highlight performances of several pitchers and talk about the issues on the left side of the infield. We laugh about all the shenanigans that have been going on over the past few weeks including PCA drama, excessive thrusting, and the tarps-off boys. Erin struggles with throwing arm terms and Lisa talks about a sitcom idea, and we also react to the MLB and MLBPA's initial bargaining proposals. As always we share our Fielders Choice and Sausage Race Winners.Support the showThis is a podcast created by fans of the Milwaukee Brewers and is in no way affiliated with the Milwaukee Brewers or with Major League Baseball.Follow us on Social Media!Bluesky: @BrewersBabesInstagram: @brewers_babesTwitter: @BrewersBabes

- The woes with RISP continue in St. Louis- Can the Cardinals move away from Nolan Gorman right now?- What's Trending- Which commissioner has their respective league in a great spot?- MLB and MLBPA still far apart in CBA talks- The Lineup Game- Sports Six-Pack Part I- Sports Six-Pack Part II- The Gauntlet- Does the Myles Garrett trade represent a shift in NFL philosophy?- The bill will eventually come due for which team first? - Fill in the blank- Biggest Question of the Day - Will this rebuild for the Cardinals actually amount to anything?- Bet the Board & Beat the Streak- Criticisms and Compliments & 3 Stars of the DaySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

- MLB and MLBPA still far apart in CBA talks- The Lineup Game- Sports Six-Pack Part I- Sports Six-Pack Part IISee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Mariners have won 7 in a row...and I guess all their energy drained our building of it's power. What is Russell Wilson's legacy in Seattle as he retires from football. The way Russ left unfortunately tarnished the way he will be viewed here in Seattle, but will he be a Hall of Famer? Will he be in the Ring of Honor at Lumen Field? Joe Sheehan joins the show to talk about the negotiations between the MLBPA and the Owners regarding a possible salary cap, the Mariners surge, and more. Daily Power Play. John Lund joins the show to talk about Myles Garrett going to the Rams, Russell Wilson's legacy, and more. Checking the Tacoma Dodge textline and talkbacks. Softy joins for cross talk.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monse Bolanos & Kerry Rhodes talk about their takeaways from the Spurs Game 7 win, awkwardness in the Vikings QB room, a look ahead to the NBA Finals, drafting their rosters with players in the NBA Finals, FSR NFL Insider Adam Caplan stops by, Kerry On (Or Off), thoughts on the CBA negotiations between MLB and the MLBPA, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, the Boys are back to full strength and a little crispy. We breakdown the month of May, who was hot, who was not and what moves the Reds need to make internally to lengthen the lineup. We also hold our breath as Elly left the game early on Sunday, does this make an opening for Edwin Arroyo?! We also touch on the proposals from the MLB and MLBPA for the CBA and how it's gonna be a battle the rest of the year. The show is brought to you by Cincy Light, the spirit of Cincinnati!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The first counteroffer from Major League Baseball has been sent to the MLBPA. For the first time since the 1994 strike, the league has called for a floor-and-cap system in MLB. Let's go over everything else in the proposal and the harsh response from the union. Coca joins me with some questions that fans would certainly be interested in! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The first counteroffer from Major League Baseball has been sent to the MLBPA. For the first time since the 1994 strike, the league has called for a floor-and-cap system in MLB. Let's go over everything else in the proposal and the harsh response from the union. Coca joins me with some questions that fans would certainly be interested in! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley discuss the initial CBA proposals by the MLBPA and MLB: some specific points of departure and alignment, whether we really learned anything about what each side wants or the likelihood of lost games, and what the rhetoric and rebuttals say about the PR battle to come. Then (50:08) they banter about whether baseball broadcasts could ever get good enough to endanger attendance, why ABS challenge rates haven’t closely correlated with batter quality, a difference between what fans and neutral spectators tend to enjoy about teams, whether ace-type starting-pitcher seasons are making a partial comeback, a threat to baserunners and bat-dog employment, and a mid-start stretching-related mishap. Audio intro: Justin Peters, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio outro: Ian H., “Effectively Wild Theme” Link to Drellich on franchise values Link to MLBPA proposals Link to Drellich on the MLBPA proposals Link to Normandin on the MLBPA proposals Link to Mains on the MLBPA proposals Link to Drellich on the MLB proposals Link to Meyer statement Link to Caplin statement Link to CBA math post 1 Link to CBA math post 2 Link to Episode 1542 Link to Passan’s CBA proposals breakdown Link to Ben’s bargaining primer Link to Hershberger’s 1876 post Link to Sam on challenge rates Link to challenge leaderboard Link to Andrews on Wood’s challenges Link to pitcher-pace leaderboard Link to batter-pace leaderboard Link to George injury article Link to bat-dog suspension article 1 Link to bat-dog suspension article 2 Link to “Pups in the Park” page Link to 2025 bat-dog call-up Link to Pérez injury article Link to Reddit comment about Ben Link to MLBTR on Brebbia Link to MLBTR on Jones Sponsor Us on Patreon Give a Gift Subscription Email Us: podcast@fangraphs.com Effectively Wild Subreddit Effectively Wild Wiki Apple Podcasts Feed Spotify Feed YouTube Playlist Facebook Group Bluesky Account Twitter Account Get Our Merch! var SERVER_DATA = Object.assign(SERVER_DATA || {}); Source

Chris Mack argues that the MLB Players Association is acting in bad faith by rejecting a proposal that balances a salary cap with a significant payroll floor. He also criticizes the NBA's restructured draft lottery for rewarding mediocre teams instead of truly addressing tanking issues.

The Jim Rome Show HR 1 - 5/29/26 Brian Webber on the San Antonio Spurs dominant victory against the OKC Thunder last night. Then, the MLB and the MLBPA are potentially billions of dollars apart from salary negotiations. Plus, Raiders Analyst Kirk Morrison joins the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the latest episode of Hammer Territory, the boys break down the Braves convincing game and series win on Thursday in Boston. A much needed Grand Slam off the bat of Ronald Acuña Jr. was all the support Chris Sale needed. Plus, how the Braves schedule compares to the NL East in June and reaction to the initial CBA proposals from both the MLBPA and MLB.

May 29, 2026 Hour 2. MLB and MLBPA have begun negotiations, and they are a long way apart. UCLA QB/WR using track and field to enter transfer portal.

Craig, Chris, and Raphie gather on our patron-only Discord server to chat at length about the Padres lack of offense coming home to roost, and what the team should do about it, before getting into the new labor talks between MLB and the MLBPA.Want to get this show and tons of others early and ad-free? Plus access to post game shows, our vaunted PHT Discord server and more? Become a patron at patreon.com/padreshottub

The MLBPA and MLB owners are already fighting over the 2027 collective bargaining agreement. Are we playing in 2027? Then SinBin.Vegas joins to talk Cup for the Golden Knights 

The Drive played what Jeff Passan had to say about the proposals from both the MLB and MLBPA and how it shows the sport could be headed for a lockout.

Today's word of the day is ‘misdirection' as in MLBPA as in MLB as in CBA as in proposal as in offer. The union has sent its first offering to the league. A press release. Talking points. Salaries. Taxes. Floors. Caps. Let's cover it all! (30:20) All the commissioners were on Pat McAfee yesterday. Rob Manfred made an appearance. Interesting. (31:50) Franchise valuations as part of the CBA in baseball? Hmm. I don't think The Athletic is correct here. (38:40) Review: Margo's Got Money Troubles. (40:30) NPPOD. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is ‘misdirection' as in MLBPA as in MLB as in CBA as in proposal as in offer. The union has sent its first offering to the league. A press release. Talking points. Salaries. Taxes. Floors. Caps. Let's cover it all! (30:20) All the commissioners were on Pat McAfee yesterday. Rob Manfred made an appearance. Interesting. (31:50) Franchise valuations as part of the CBA in baseball? Hmm. I don't think The Athletic is correct here. (38:40) Review: Margo's Got Money Troubles. (40:30) NPPOD. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 28, 2026 Hour 1. Baseball teams and pitchers that are studs. The MLBPA has given a formal proposal to MLB. Mark isn't rooting for David's Knicks and David is upset. The Starting Five.

Today's word of the day is ‘ultramarathon' as in not a sprint as in not a marathon as in CBA as in MLB as in MLBPA. Let the games begin. The league office and the union are starting to meets. Presentations made. Hellos and how are you doings. (12:30) What in the world is wrong with Fernando Tatis Jr? No home runs? No power? (25:30) The Spurs took a 3-2 lead over the Timberwolves. Wemby is just so fun to watch. Thankfully there were no elbows thrown. (31:33) Review: Rooster. (34:40) NPPOD. (38:20) The Sixers have fired Daryl Morey. He rebuilt the team and the team couldn't win it all. Still no conference finals since 2001. (46:40) Brandon Clarke of the Memphis Grizzlies has died at 29. The Los Angeles police department is investigating it for a possible drug overdose. Former NBA player Jason Collins also died yesterday, he from brain cancer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices