Podcasts about monterey

I spent a great deal of my life in Monterey, California, most of it under the water while teaching SCUBA diving. I recently discovered a Monterey story that held me spellbound. It begins like this: A marine biologist, a mythologist, and a novelist walk into a bar...

In dieser Folge nehmen wir euch mit auf einen der legendärsten Roadtrips Nordamerikas: den Highway 1 entlang der kalifornischen Küste – genauer gesagt, den Abschnitt südlich von San Francisco bis kurz vor Los Angeles. Wir sprechen über landschaftliche Highlights wie Big Sur, die berühmte Bixby Bridge, den 17-Mile Drive rund um Monterey und die Kontraste zwischen wilder Küste, roten Felsen und stillen Bergpanoramen. Unterwegs begegnen uns Orte wie Morro Bay mit dem imposanten Morro Rock, das charmante San Luis Obispo und das mediterran anmutende Santa Barbara. Dabei geht's nicht nur um Stopps und Fotospots, sondern auch um die Besonderheiten dieser Strecke: Wie unterscheidet sich der “klassische” Teil des Highway 1 von seinem südlichen Pendant bei Los Angeles? Was macht diesen Abschnitt so besonders? Und warum lohnt es sich, sich dafür wirklich Zeit zu nehmen? Eine Folge für alle, die von Meerblick, kurvigen Straßen und dem Gefühl von kalifornischer Freiheit träumen – ganz ohne Eile, aber mit vielen Zwischenstopps. Deine spektakuläre West-Coast-Highway-Reise

What is going on everyone and welcome back to TT! This week, I am excited to welcome Eddie X on to the program.Many of you may know Eddie from his youtube channel which has grown quite the following over the last few years. We chat about his decision to move into youtube full time and the pros and cons associated with it, we dive deep into his car week experience as well as driving around Monterey in a brand new C8 ZR1, our thoughts on the upcoming G87 M2 CS, and go deep on 26 million reasons why anyone should buy a Ferrari SP3 Daytona.Enormous thanks to Eddie for his time. If you have not done so already, please check out his youtube channel EddieX.Enthusiasts never die!

PLAYLIST: | 00:00 | DJ | DICKIE LEE AND THE ICEMAN | 00:28 | WHAT I'D SAY | BRYMERS | 01:13 | SACRIFICE | BRYMERS | 02:47 | FLOWERS IN YOUR HAIR | SCOTT MCKENZIE | 06:10 | PRIDE OF MAN | QUICKSILVER MESSENGER SERVICE | 10:11 | NEED SOMEBODY TO LOVE | JEFFERSON AIRPLANE | 16:21 | MONTEREY | ANIMALS | 19:54 | CHERRISH | ASSOCIATION | 23:49 | REALITY | PRODIGAL | 27:06 | FOR WHAT ITS WORTH | BUFFALO SPRINGFIELD | 29:43 | ON THE ROAD AGAIN | CANNED HEAT | 33:26 | MONDAY MONDAY | MAMMAS AND PAPPAS | 37:38 | PINBALL WIZARD | THE WHO | 41:18 | TURN TURN TURN | BYRDS | 44:45 | I'VE BEEN LOVIN YOU TO LONG | OTTIS REDDING | 48:03 | TRUCKIN | GREATFUL DEAD | 51:07 | BORN IN CHICAGO | PAUL BUTTERFIELD BLUES BAND | 53:35 | THE JOKER | STEVE MILLER BAND | 57:41 | I HEAR THAT TRAIN A COMING | JIMMY HENDRIX | 59:27 | HOLD ON I'M COMING |  BRYMERS

NA'ALEH YOGA: Yoga Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake...   In this episode, I'm honored to speak with David Crowe, a seasoned acupuncturist and herbalist, about how deep rest practices like yoga nidra, body-based meditation, and botanical medicine work together to retrain the nervous system and support lasting healing. We deep dive into the practice of yoga nidra and discuss practical integration—simple herb-and-mindfulness routines for home—cautions around entheogens and trauma, and resources for continuing practice and study.   David's bio: David Crow, L.Ac., graduated from the American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine in 1984; he is a California state licensed acupuncturist and nationally certified by the National Commission for the Certification of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. He has been a clinician, consultant, researcher and educator for over 40 years, and is an expert in Chinese, Tibetan, Ayurvedic and Western herbal medicine. David was one of the first Westerners to train and be licensed in Chinese medicine, and one of the few to study Ayurvedic and Tibetan medicine in traditional internships in Nepal and India; he was also one of the first medical pioneers to use essential oils and aromatherapy in clinical practice, and to integrate these diverse modalities into comprehensive treatments. David has operated several clinics, including a practice in Kathmandu serving the Tibetan and Nepalese communities as well as international travelers, and practices in California in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Monterey, and in Ashland, Oregon. David currently serves people from all over the world through his telemedicine practice. David is a passionate medical researcher and educator of state-of-the-art herbal medicine, and an authority on the safe uses of herbs and essential oils. He avoids the popular trends of market-driven internet medicine and relies instead on documented research and traditional ethnobotanical wisdom and methods. David works in numerous herbal cultivation projects, including as the co-founder of The Learning Garden at Venice High School in Los Angeles, one of the first and oldest school gardens in the country. As an esteemed leader in the herbal and aromatherapy industry for more than 30 years, David has established unique access to the highest quality sources of products for his patients.   Here is where to find David: Website: https://www.crowconsultations.com   Subscribe to Na'aleh Yoga Podcast for more transformative journeys and feel free to share this podcast with a friend. Take a moment to review and share your thoughts—I always appreciate your feedback!  Feel free to reach out!  Biosite: https://bio.site/ruthieayzenberg Therapy Practice: Mental Fitness Therapy Email: naalehyoga@gmail.com  Instagram: @RuthieAyzenberg Join WhatsApp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/Dctsv246R8735S4oa6GWvW  May you be peaceful and safe!   

The guys are back this week and go long while Foo wants to know if you're making any recipes you've found from TikTok or Instagram? Foo makes Cinnamon Cruch cat head buscuits and loves them.  Building things Primitive Technology style. Foo's Dad gets exposed to Covid right before a trip for a funeral. Foo sees his daughter off to away from home college. Gym's daughter is a fully licensed Audiologist and has a job lined up working for the VA in Monterey. Gym's family lost Max and it's tragic. Foo punks Zander in the best way. Plus more!

In this episode of The Fresh CrEd, recorded live at the 2025 IFPA Foodservice Conference in Monterey, we spotlight Digital Nest — a nonprofit workforce hub that's been creating opportunities for underserved youth for more than a decade. With centers across Watsonville, Salinas, Gilroy, Modesto, and Stockton, Digital Nest equips young people ages 14–24 with technical and creative skills that open doors to careers in tech, marketing, and beyond. Their work doesn't stop at the classroom — they're also experimenting with how Gen Z connects to food through projects like the “I'd Bite That” social media campaign. From mentorship to career pipelines, Digital Nest shows what's possible when access, creativity, and community come together.

Flat. Uninspired. Left it late. United lost all the momentum after picking up two wins in three and looked like they didn't want it in Monterey. A late header gave them a point, they probably didn't deserve. What do they need to do with two matches this week? Recorded LIVE on Tuesday, September 23 Find out more at https://somosmas.pinecast.co

Jon Summers is the Motoring Historian. He was a company car thrashing technology sales rep that turned into a fairly inept sports bike rider. On his show he gets together with various co-hosts to talk about new and old cars, driving, motorbikes, motor racing, motoring travel. In this episode, Jon Summers is rejoined by his son Ollie to co-host and share their experiences of the Pebble Beach 2025 event. They discuss their time at the Monterey Historics at Laguna Seca, camping adventures, and the main Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance event. Highlights include favorite car categories, memorable encounters at the campsite, and insightful observations about the evolution of the event. They also touch upon the less traditional aspects of the show, such as encountering supercars and unique vehicles like a bedazzled Aston Martin Valkyrie. The episode concludes with reflections on how the event has changed over the years. ==================== 00:00 Pebble Beach 2025 Review 01:26 Camping Adventures at Laguna Seca 02:16 Trackside Fun and Mishaps 10:27 Nighttime Challenges and Rain 13:28 Morning After and Departure 14:17 The Pebble Beach Concours Experience 16:02 Exploring Casa Ferrari 18:00 Concept Cars and Highlights 18:40 On the Lawn: The Main Event 19:48 Cobra Class and Other Features 24:20 Changes at Pebble Beach 25:44 Supercar Sightings and Final Thoughts ===== (Oo---x---oO) ===== The Motoring Podcast Network : Years of racing, wrenching and Motorsports experience brings together a top notch collection of knowledge, stories and information. #everyonehasastory #gtmbreakfix - motoringpodcast.net More Information: https://www.motoringpodcast.net/ Become a VIP at: https://www.patreon.com/gtmotorsports Online Magazine: https://www.gtmotorsports.org/ Copyright Jon Summers, The Motoring Historian. This content is also available via jonsummers.net. This episode is part of the Motoring Podcast Network and has been republished with permission.

Local veterans protest for peace at the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey. And, Santa Cruz and Monterey will join communities around the world in celebrating Sun Day to support solar energy efforts.

Monterey's Fisherman's Wharf is celebrating 180 years this fall. And, CalFire partners with University of California researchers to look at what's causing cancer in firefighters.

Le fonds intitulé The hidden years of music, soit « les années cachées de la musique », est l'une des plus grosses collections d'enregistrements et de documents du pays qui relatent la vie musicale sous l'apartheid, en particulier dans les années 1970-1980. Tout cela a été rassemblé, à l'époque, par un passionné. De notre correspondante à Stellenbosch, Cet enregistrement de Johnny Clegg et Sipho Mchunu à leurs débuts fait partie des pépites dont le fonds des hidden years of music regorge. La conservatrice, Lizabé Lambrechts, a travaillé plusieurs années sur cette collection pour la réorganiser et en superviser la numérisation : « Il y a plus de 7 000 enregistrements sur vinyles, environ 30 000 photos, et quelque chose comme 7 à 8 tonnes de documents. Donc ce sont vraiment d'énormes archives. »  Ce trésor musical est désormais conservé à l'université de Stellenbosch, mais aussi en ligne, et on le doit à un homme : David Marks, compositeur, chanteur, ingénieur du son et producteur, qui a enregistré des heures et des heures de concerts. David Marks au festival de Woodstock de 1969 « David a travaillé au festival américain de Woodstock de 1969. Il y a rencontré Bill Hanley, qui lui a donné une partie du matériel de sonorisation pour le ramener en Afrique du Sud. Cela a permis à David d'organiser de grands concerts en plein air. Et il a enregistré tous ces événements, pris des photos, gardé les posters, et c'est comme ça que ces archives sont nées. Laissez-moi vous jouer un petit extrait… David a commencé à organiser ces concerts « Tribal Blues » à partir de 1971, et c'était parmi les seuls, en Afrique du Sud, à être interraciaux, en plein pendant l'apartheid. Donc c'étaient vraiment des moments magiques, imaginez comment cela devait être incroyable. » Lizabé Lambrechts conserve avec elle une petite partie de ces archives, pour achever son travail. Certains éléments ne sont pas toujours en bon état, car David Marks les a gardés dans son garage, sur la côte Est très humide. « Laissez-moi voir si je peux ouvrir ça ... Vous pouvez sentir cette légère odeur ? C'est une bobine du festival de musique pop de Monterey que David projetait lors de cafés-clubs qu'il organisait à Johannesburg et à Durban. Il voulait partager des films et de la musique pour que les gens connaissent ce qui se fait dans le monde. » De la contre-culture musicale face à l'apartheid Pour les chercheurs universitaires comme Ashrudeen Waggie, qui travaille sur les concerts organisés en Afrique du Sud pendant la période de boycott culturel, ce sont des documents rares : « C'est une très bonne source pour moi. Je pense que cela permet de mettre en avant une partie de l'histoire qui est restée cachée sous l'apartheid, donc c'est important. » Cette collection permet donc de redécouvrir la contre-culture musicale qui s'est construite face à l'apartheid et un pan de la résistance culturelle de l'époque. À lire aussi«Soweto Blues» de Miriam Makeba: une voix contre l'apartheid

This episode features a conversation with Barbara Gorder, a consultant to the wine business who recently became the Managing Partner for the Direct to Consumer (DTC) Wine Symposium. We met at the 2025 edition of this conference out in Monterey, CA, and I am currently designing a session for the January 2026 edition on the opening day of the conference that has been inspired by our Sommlympics competition. We talk about how this event has evolved over the years and also how Barbara's background in marketing and consulting plays into the design of the programming. Barbara is the President of Undisclosed Location, a nationwide creative consulting firm that develops business strategies, marketing plans, and creative work for clients by assembling tailored teams from across the US. She started her career in advertising at Leo Burnett and DDB, creating campaigns for notable clients like General Mills, GM, and Proctor & Gamble. She even launched the Army of One campaign for the US Army while leading new business efforts. She specializes in branding and working with a diverse range of clients, from startups to public companies, so we dive into a conversation about what creativity looks like these days in wine marketing and the value of wine marketing. We even reveal a few details - a podcast exclusive sneak peek - of the 2026 DTC Symposium agenda and featured speakers. We hope this gives you a unique exploration of this segment of the wine industry and offers an intriguing exploration of the current wine marketing landscape. You can follow @dtcws on Instagram and visit www.dtcwinesymposium.com for all the information about the conference.Recorded August 18, 2025

What does it really take to become a Car Specialist at the world's leading collector car auction house? In this episode, I sit down with Gord Duff, President of RM Sotheby's, to explore the skills, knowledge, and passion required to succeed in one of the most exciting careers in the automotive world. Gord shares his personal journey, offers insider advice for aspiring specialists, and explains how RM Sotheby's evaluates and markets the rarest cars in the world. We also review the recent Monterey results, highlighting market trends, record-setting sales, and what they mean for collectors moving forward. I also open up about my own not-so-typical career path — how I transitioned from the consumer packaged goods industry into the collector car world, and how launching The Collector Car Podcast ultimately played a key role in consigning the $51.7M Ferrari 330 LM/250 GTO, the most expensive Ferrari ever sold at auction.

In this episode of the Learnings and Missteps podcast, host Jesse engages with Dr. Alejandra Rodriguez-Mielke, an expert in talent development and organizational analysis, who offers insights on cultural competence and adaptability. Dr. Alejandra shares her journey from Monterey, Mexico, to the United States, highlighting the importance of learning and teaching throughout her career. She emphasizes the significance of interpersonal skills, understanding cultural scripts, and being respectfully curious to thrive in diverse workplaces. This enlightening discussion delves into how cultural awareness can impact workplace dynamics, especially in safety, and offers valuable advice for young professionals seeking growth. Tune in to gain practical tips on overcoming fear, embracing flexibility, and fostering meaningful connections at work.Connect with Alejandra: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alejandramielke/00:00 Introduction and Adapting to Change00:44 Meet Dr. Alejandra Rodriguez Mielke02:43 The Power of Curiosity and Action04:52 Organizational Analysis and Human Dynamics15:04 Challenges in Leadership and Management29:10 Cultural Competence and Personal Growth32:30 From Teen Dreams to Professional Realities33:08 Embracing Human Connections Beyond Credentials34:04 Understanding and Developing Cultural Competence36:03 Cultural Differences and Workplace Safety37:40 Respectful Curiosity and Cultural Cruise Control39:08 Personal Stories of Cultural Cruise Control47:13 The Courage to Connect and Overcome Rejection53:38 Final Thoughts and How to Connect with Dr. AlejandraDesign the Life You have Always Wanted: https://www.depthbuilder.com/do-the-damn-thing Download a PDF copy of Becoming the Promise You are Intended to Behttps://www.depthbuilder.com/books

Monterey Car Week 2025 delivered another unforgettable round of collector car auctions, with record-setting results across the board. In this episode, Greg kicks things off with RM Sotheby's headline-making $26M Ferrari Daytona SP3 sale and their $165M weekend total before diving into Gooding & Christie's $25.3M Ferrari California Spider, Bonhams' Bugatti hypercar showcase led by the $8.6M Divo, and Broad Arrow's diverse mix of Maseratis, Koenigseggs, and JDM legends. From world records to shifting market trends, this recap highlights which cars surprised, which marques dominated, and what it all means for the collector car market heading into 2026. #MontereyCarWeek #RMSothebys #GoodingChristies #Bonhams #BroadArrow #CollectorCars #Ferrari #Bugatti #Maserati #Koenigsegg #CarAuctions #CarCollector #AuctionResults Listen to the "Octane FM: Shift, Rev, Repeat" album on Spotify! Stay connected with The Collector Car Podcast—find us on our Website, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, or reach out to Greg directly via email. Join RM Sotheby's Car Specialist Greg Stanley as he brings over 25 years of experience and keen market analysis to the world of collector cars. Each week, Greg dives into market trends, interviews industry experts, and shares insights—with a little fun along the way. New episodes drop every Thursday and are available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more at www.TheCollectorCarPodcast.com or email Greg at Greg@TheCollectorCarPodcast.com. Interested in consigning a car at an RM Sotheby's auction? Contact Greg directly at GStanley@RMSothebys.com.

Alex sits down with Randy and friend of BaT Jim Huff, furniture merchant and connoisseur of the Neue Klasse, to talk about racing at the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion during this year's recent edition of Monterey Car Week. Both Randy and Huff drove in the Pre-Reunion and the main event later in the week; Huff describes mixing it up with Giulias and GTAs in the saloon class in his BMW 1800 Ti, while Randy and his Mustang held their own with more experienced racers amongst a crop of other animals: Cobras, Jags, and Tigers. Heartfelt recommendations come from all to spend time at the track if you ever find yourself on the Peninsula for Car Week (it's where it's at!). The duo "lightly threaten" to expand their efforts to the Pacific Northwest and (well) beyond, talk about developing camaraderie from on-track observations and paddock interactions, describe "helmet-yelling out of stoke," theorize about the ultimate old-school tow rig, take a brief aside to mention the the wooden boat of our dreams, and wrap up by recounting the recent 50th annual SAAC meeting at Sonoma.Links for things mentioned in this episode:07:18  7 generations of IROC race cars you'll see at Monterey this year Classic Motorsports08:17  Exclusive Tour: F1's 75-Year Display at Rolex Monterey with Zak Brown YouTube09:15  IROC Race Cars BaT09:24 Pontiac Firebird IROC Race Car BaT14:39  Presenting the 2025 Mohr Imports Car Week Collection: Postcards from Monterey BaT29:02  User cfujgo BaT32:05 1968 BMW 1600-2 Race Car BaT34:12  Lake Tahoe Concours d'Elegance Best-In-Class-Winning 1955 Chris-Craft 21' Cobra BaT36:40  SVO Mustangs BaTGot suggestions for our next guest from the BaT community or One Year Garage episode? Let us know at podcast@bringatrailer.com!

A brother from Monterey, Ca. who's doing his Own Thing musically. And we like that. We support that. We promote that. And we hope you do to. Representing LABR from California. We welcome DJ MntyFrsh to Love A Brother Radio. Follow us at: @labr@ravenation.club to be in the know of ALL things #labr #loveabrotherradioCatch the Pick & Mix on MondayIf you're on the go?Android: Transistor Radio Apphttps://f-droid.org/packages/org.y20k.transistor/iphone: Cuteradio https://apps.apple.com/de/app/cuterdio-internet-radio-app/id1489513385Do A Search for LABR, & There You Are. Streaming 24/7 all the LABR Collective Members shows that you might've missed. And a few extra's in between.Enjoying this love we're spreading? Want to support LABR - Love a Brother Radio in spreading that love? Now you can. Buy us a coffee. https://ko-fi.com/loveabrotherradio#linkModal we also have liberapay: https://liberapay.com/LABR Want some LABR Swag? Get yourself a mug, and a hoodie. Introducing: LABR Threads N Thangs https://labrthreadsnthangs.co.uk/ Any little thing helps us feed the Keebler Elves to keep the wheels turning in the background. We're a 2 1/2 person operation. And a lot goes into making this work properly. With that said, we all thank you in advance for any support you lend. Alt text for image: White and grey gradient background from top to bottom. Huge 06 on top which denotes the show number. the words MntyFrsh stacked on top of each other.MntyFrshWith the transparent LABR Logo. Hashtag on top. #loveabrotherradio LABR Stacked letters same as Mnty's. Website on the bottom of the letters. https://labr.online Summer 2025 at the very bottom.

We kick off a brand-new season of Queens Podcast with the one and only Janis Joplin—Port Arthur's wild child who became a 1960s rock legend. From awkward high-school years in segregated Texas to discovering the blues, to fronting Big Brother & the Holding Company, bringing down the house at Monterey Pop, and flying into Woodstock by helicopter, Katy and Nathan trace the meteoric rise—and heartbreaking fall—of a woman who refused to shrink herself. Expect Texas gossip, bisexual chaos, and the usual Queens Podcast charm Time stamps: 00:00 Welcome to Queen's Podcast 03:02 Introducing Janis Joplin 08:47 High School Struggles 13:57 College and Early Music Career 17:07 San Francisco and the Hippie Movement 24:27 Return to Texas and Attempt to Get Clean 25:53 Big Brother and the Holding Company 29:27 Peggy: The Villain or Friend? 33:00 Monterey Pop Festival and Rising Fame 38:23 Woodstock 42:20 The Downward Spiral 45:07 A Glimmer of Hope in Brazil 47:38 Final Days and Legacy Sources: Birth chart: https://astro-charts.com/persons/chart/janis-joplin/  https://www.theguardian.com/music/2015/nov/22/janis-joplin-teenage-traumas-little-girl-blue  https://sharpscript.net/usecases/rockstar-files/dead/joplin/  She dares to be different: https://www.michaelcorcoran.net/she-dares-to-be-different-janis-at-ut-1962/  Monterey fest: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X1zFnyEe3nE Queens podcast is part of Airwave Media podcast network. Please get in touch with advertising@airwavemedia.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Want more Queens? Head to our ⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠, check out our⁠⁠⁠ merch store⁠⁠⁠, and follow us on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nicole Melichar-Martinez joins us from the US Open to share insights on her recent doubles success and preparation for the final Grand Slam of the year. I spoke with her fresh off a title in Monterey with new partner Cristina Bucșa.Detailed breakdown of Nicole's practice routine, including specialized drills for volleys and overheadsComparison of New York to other Grand Slam cities, with particular focus on commute times and logistical challengesFood recommendations for NYC, with Nicole ranking it among the top tennis tournament destinations for diningHow Nicole builds chemistry with new doubles partners and the communication strategies that led to her Monterey titleDiscussion of the US Open Mixed Doubles format and Nicole's creative ideas for future improvementsNicole's goals for maintaining her top-20 ranking and capturing her first WTA 1000 titleInsights into how professional doubles players select partners for upcoming seasonsNiki ultimately won two rounds in New York against some tough opponents. If you're enjoying the podcast, please subscribe and leave us a review wherever you listen to your podcasts.Learn more about Nicole & follow:WTA ProfileWikipediaInstagramTwitter/X ----- **Join the #1 Doubles Strategy Newsletter for Club Tennis Players** New doubles strategy lessons weekly straight to your inbox **Become a Tennis Tribe Member**Tennis Tribe Members get access to premium video lessons, a monthly member-only webinar, doubles strategy Ebooks & Courses, exclusive discounts on tennis gear, and more. Learn More & Sign Up Here **Other Free Doubles Content** Serve Strategy Cheatsheet Return Strategy Cheatsheet Serve Strategy 101 - Video Course

In this episode of The Fresh CrEd, recorded live at the 2025 IFPA Foodservice Conference in Monterey, we sit down with Paul Hardy, CEO of Monterey Mushrooms. Paul shares a career shaped by international supply chains, data storytelling, and a philosophy of leadership built on systems and trust. From moving across the globe to leading one of America's largest mushroom producers, he discusses how global experience translates to local leadership, why facts and context matter more than firefighting, and how educating consumers about mushrooms can reduce waste and grow the category.   Whether you're in the produce business, a leader in any field, or simply curious about the food on your table, Paul's insights on teamwork, planning, and communication offer value far beyond mushrooms.  

Our friends Todd, Clarke, and Evan join us to recap their rally down to Monterey and all the fun stuff that comes with planning and running a rally. Rock chips, check engine lights, and unexpected cattle grates abound, but the adventure and comradery make it all worth it.  The Avants Podcast is brought to you by our friends at STEK USA and Carter Seattle! Not an Avants member? https://www.avants.com/member-plans Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts!  Leave us a voicemail! 425-298-7873 We're doing give aways! Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts and we'll pick a random name every 25th review!

Our hosts have plenty of energy and stuff to talk about following Benjamin's road-trip vacation. After Benjamin's discussion of hot dog prices and charitable clowns, this weeks show starts off with a review of the 2026 BMW iX xDrive60. With over 350 miles of range on tap, this EV should have been the perfect chariot for a road trip, but Benjamin did have a few issues along his trip. Additionally, the guys go into a deep discussion about carbon fiber, clamshell hoods, and other premium EVs. Then Sami goes nuts over news following this year's Monterey Car Week and Pebble Beach Concours. From Lexus to Infiniti to Nissan and BMW, there's all kinds of fun news to pour over, and laugh about. Thanks for listening!

On Ferrari Friday's, William Ross from the Exotic Car Marketplace will be discussing all things Ferrari and interviewing people that live and breathe the Ferrari brand. Topics range from road cars to racing; drivers to owners, as well as auctions, private sales and trends in the collector market. In this episode, William reviews Monterey Car Week 2025 and analyzes the top ten Ferrari sales, providing detailed insights into specific models like the 2010 Ferrari 599 XX Evo, 2015 Ferrari LaFerrari, 1957 250 California Spider, and more. He also comments on auction dynamics, including fees and sale practices, and highlights significant unsold Ferraris.  ===== (Oo---x---oO) ===== 00:00 Monterey Car Week Overview 01:30 Auction Insights and Fees 03:21 Top Ferrari Sales at Monterey 04:00 Highlight: 2010 Ferrari 599XX Evo 05:30 Highlight: Ferrari F40 08:05 Highlight: 1958 Ferrari 250 TDF 09:25 Highlight: 2015 Ferrari LaFerrari 13:12 Exploring the Enzo Era: The Cal Spider 14:26 The Roar of the 365 GTB Daytona Comp 15:56 Ralph Lauren's Iconic Yellow F50 18:15 The Legendary F40 LM 20:22 The $23 Million Cal Spider 21:34 Ferrari's Charity Auction Triumph, the SP3 22:52 Market Trends and Unsold Ferraris 24:37 Closing Remarks and Sponsor Shoutouts ==================== The Motoring Podcast Network : Years of racing, wrenching and Motorsports experience brings together a top notch collection of knowledge, stories and information. #everyonehasastory #gtmbreakfix - motoringpodcast.net More Information: https://www.motoringpodcast.net/ Become a VIP at: https://www.patreon.com/gtmotorsports Online Magazine: https://www.gtmotorsports.org/ Copyright William Ross, Exotic Car Marketplace a division of Sixty5 Motorsports. This episode is part of our Motoring Podcast Network and has been republished with permission.

The Middlebury Institute of International Studies in Monterey has announced it's shutting down within two years. And, a behavioral health bridge house in Marina celebrates its first anniversary.

Environmental bud failure showed up in almonds in a big way in 2025. From a subtle delay of leafing in parts of Nonpareil canopies throughout the Central Valley to some orchards in the northern Sacramento Valley with only half leaf out. This disorder also called leafing failure, severely affected many growers in the northern Sacramento Valley. Dr. Tom Gradziel (UC Davis) gets into the complexities of this disorder, as well as discussing the unusual bloom in 2025. Come to an upcoming extension meeting!2025 International School on Microirrigation for Crop Production: Class Lectures at UC Davis October 13-15, and field trips October 16-17. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker's own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the University of California. The material and information presented here is for general information purposes only. The "University of California" name and all forms and abbreviations are the property of its owner and its use does not imply endorsement of or opposition to any specific organization, product, or service.Follow us on Twitter! @SacOrchards and @SJVtandvThank you to the Almond, Pistachio, Prune, and Walnut Boards of California for their kind donations. Thank you to Muriel Gordon for the music.

In epsisode 134 of the BaT Podcast, our second video episode: Alex and team pay a Monterey Car Week visit to our good friends and Local Partners at Mohr Imports. With well over 600 listings under their belts, dynamic duo Adam Mohr and Steve Kittrell know what it takes to put a great listing together and have made many a happy customer in doing just that. The pair talk about the early days and yo-yo-style relocations of the dealership, the mysterious circumstances of the partnership's fruition, how their annual Car Week collection came out of the COVID era, treating every car the same to achieve fair and consistent results, the Wild West of pre-BaT consignment, a notable local celebrity, how alumni listings and our new offers tool add to the transparent history of a car, the photographic embarrassment of riches available to them on the Monterey Peninsula, the Catch-22 of the comments section, and the skills of the folks who help them out on a day to day basis. Got suggestions for our next guest from the BaT community or One Year Garage episode? Let us know at podcast@bringatrailer.com!

In epsisode 134 of the BaT Podcast, Alex and team pay a Monterey Car Week visit to our good friends and Local Partners at Mohr Imports. With well over 600 listings under their belts, dynamic duo Adam Mohr and Steve Kittrell know what it takes to put a great listing together and have made many a happy customer in doing just that. Click the video below to see the conversation.The pair talk about the early days and yo-yo-style relocations of the dealership, the mysterious circumstances of the partnership's fruition, how their annual Car Week collection came out of the COVID era, treating every car the same to achieve fair and consistent results, the Wild West of pre-BaT consignment, a notable local celebrity, how alumni listings and our new offers tool add to the transparent history of a car, the photographic embarrassment of riches available to them on the Monterey Peninsula, the Catch-22 of the comments section, and the skills of the folks who help them out on a day to day basis. Got suggestions for our next guest from the BaT community or One Year Garage episode? Let us know at podcast@bringatrailer.com!

Send us a textThis week's guest is Cory Kennedy. Cory is a leader in high-performance sport, most recently the Director of Performance with the Sacramento Kings. He formerly served as a Strength and Conditioning Coach with the Chicago Cubs organization, and before that, he was the lead of performance for the Institut National de Sport in Montreal.Cory is a proud Canadian and loves to spend vacation time at his cottage in Prince Edward County with his wife and French bulldog. He loves reading, drinking coffee, and enjoys weekend camping trips, most recently in Monterey, Lake Tahoe, and Yosemite. If you liked this EP, please take the time to rate and comment, share with a friend, and connect with us on social channels IG @Kingopain, TW @BuiltbyScott, LI+FB Scott Livingston. You can find all things LYM at www.LYMLab.com, download your free Life Lab Starter Kit today and get busy living https://lymlab.com/free-lym-lab-starter/Please take the time to visit and connect with our sponsors, they are an essential part of our success:www.ReconditioningHQ.comwww.FreePainGuide.com

A brother from Monterey, Ca. who's doing his Own Thing musically. And we like that. We support that. We promote that. And we hope you do to. Representing LABR from California. We welcome DJ MntyFrsh to Love A Brother Radio. Follow us at: @labr@ravenation.club to be in the know of ALL things #labr #loveabrotherradioCatch the Pick & Mix on MondayIf you're on the go?Android: Transistor Radio Apphttps://f-droid.org/packages/org.y20k.transistor/iphone: Cuteradio https://apps.apple.com/de/app/cuterdio-internet-radio-app/id1489513385Do A Search for LABR, & There You Are. Streaming 24/7 all the LABR Collective Members shows that you might've missed. And a few extra's in between.Enjoying this love we're spreading? Want to support LABR - Love a Brother Radio in spreading that love? Now you can. Buy us a coffee. https://ko-fi.com/loveabrotherradio#linkModal we also have liberapay: https://liberapay.com/LABR Want some LABR Swag? Get yourself a mug, and a hoodie. Introducing: LABR Threads N Thangs https://labrthreadsnthangs.co.uk/ Any little thing helps us feed the Keebler Elves to keep the wheels turning in the background. We're a 2 1/2 person operation. And a lot goes into making this work properly. With that said, we all thank you in advance for any support you lend. 

In this episode of The Fresh CrEd, recorded live at the 2025 IFPA Foodservice Conference in Monterey, we sit down with Peter Beaullieu, Director of Sourcing for Topco's West Coast produce division.   From his first job behind a Central Market cheese counter to leading sourcing for one of the nation's largest cooperatives, Peter's journey is rooted in flavor, data, and servant leadership. He shares how co-ops give regional retailers the tools to compete, why data only matters when it tells a story, and what it takes to balance quality with value in a shifting consumer market.   We also explore consumer trends, specialty and local produce, and the narrowing gap between “luxury” items and everyday fresh. Whether you're a produce professional or simply passionate about good food, this conversation offers insights into leadership, team growth, and the future of fresh.  

Early scouting and prevention are critical to protect yields.

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: The 3-Step "SBC" Weight-Loss Framework That Works Every Time. (1:48) Ways to safeguard yourself from developing dementia. (23:16) An update on Sal's Journey in Faith & Fitness. (29:50) Methylene Blue's cognitive benefits. (35:21) The little-sibling effect on athleticism. (39:45) Men's skincare market is blowing up! (45:12) The Caltrans “party.” (51:33) #ListenerLive question #1 – Any advice on why my InBody scan showed my body fat went up 6% in a span of 7 months? (56:01) #ListenerLive question #2 –  Is it reasonable to expect a 100-pound jump on my deadlift in a year? (1:07:05) #ListenerLive question #3 – What are some neat, effective, and portable equipment options I should consider having available for my mobile training sessions? Additionally, do you have any business advice or tips for someone making this transition to a mobile personal training model? (1:16:31) #ListenerLive question #4 – What's the best way to support muscle growth and prevent muscle loss while using GLP-1, especially with appetite suppression? What mental shifts do you recommend when transitioning from years of dieting into a performance and strength-driven mindset? (1:25:52) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com Visit Troscriptions for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP for 10% off your first order. ** Visit Caldera Lab for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code MINDPUMP20 for 20% off your first order of their best products. ** August Special: MAPS 15 50% off! ** Code MUSCLE50 at checkout ** Mind Pump #2552: From Plateau to PR… How to Break Through Strength Barriers Mind Pump #2372: Five Steps to a Faster Metabolism Mind Pump #2450: The Smartest Way to Use Protein to Burn Fat & Build Muscle Mind Pump #2287: Bodybuilding 101- How to Bulk and Cut Physically Fit Women Were Less Likely to Develop Dementia, Study Says Sal Di Stefano's Journey in Faith & Fitness – Mind Pump TV Methylene Blue Shows Promise for Improving Short-Term Memory How To Be An Elite Athlete, According To The Data - NPR Caltrans investigates Monterey on-duty party with alcohol, stripper; 10 face firing Visit Seed for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code 25MINDPUMP at checkout for 25% off your first month's supply of Seed's DS-01® Daily Synbiotic** Mind Pump #2566: The Best Way to Measure Progress in the Gym & More (Listener Live Coaching) Mind Pump #1962: How to Hit a Deadlift PR in 30 Days Mind Pump Personal Training – Apply today! Online Personal Training Course | Mind Pump Fitness Coaching ** Approved provider by NASM/AFAA (1.9 CEUs)! Grow your business and succeed in 2025. ** Mind Pump #2597: Before You Take Ozempic, Wegovy, or Mounjaro Listen to This! Building Muscle with Adam Schafer – Mind Pump TV Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned IFBB PRO Johnny Sebastian (@_johnnysebastian) Instagram Denis Roberts (@denis_kokushi) Instagram Dr. John Delony (@johndelony) Instagram

In this episode, Beechcraft 55 baron was on a flight from San Carlos to Monterey. When the plane crashed for unknown 5 miles out from its designated location.   There are 3 known injuries all of which were fatal.   Let's Listen in.  

This Straturday Night Live is packed with non-stop guitar action and late-night adventures!

In this episode of Soccer Over Gotham, hosts Ruby Pinto and Gary Gibson discuss Gotham's recent games, player updates, and the challenges the team faces as they navigate the NWSL season. They analyze the performances against Houston and Monterey, highlighting both the strengths and weaknesses of the team. The conversation also delves into the importance of player contracts, the impact of rookie performances, and the expectations for upcoming matches. With a focus on building stability and consistency, the hosts emphasize the need for Gotham to secure wins as they aim for playoff positioning.Join us for an engaging conversation with Sofia Cook, a rising star in the National Soccer League and midfielder for Gotham FC. From her beginnings in Huntington Beach to her standout college career at UCLA, Sofia shares her unique journey to professional soccer. Discover her pre-game rituals, the challenges of adjusting to life on the East Coast, and her thoughts on Gotham FC's playoff push.

EP 257 Thank our people Notable Car Week Reveals Gunther Werks Flat Nose Recreation Specs: 1000 hp, 4.0L twin turbo, 2700 lbs Discussion: Pretty cool looking build Context: Gunther has come a long way in development Comparison: Singer also has a turbo study, but Gunther is making more powerful cars at this point 2026 Ruf Tribute Specs: 3.6L, 543 horsepower, 2800 lbs Production: Only 50-100 cars over next 5 years Availability: Likely already spoken for Also Featured: Ruf Rodeo - their take on the current Safari craze Car Week Chaos Discussion Reports: This year was one of the "rowdiest" car weeks Issues: People fighting and brawls Lots of car vandalism Attributed to younger generation attendees Host Commentary: "Get your shit together, your gen is looking like ass out there" Rally Season PSA Timing: Rally season approaching (end of August) Prep Reminder: Get cars buttoned up now Services Needed: Tires Brakes Alignment Support: Help your independent shops, book appointments early Warning: Don't be last-minute with rally prep Car Week Analysis & Future Current State Atmosphere: Described as "rich boy SOWO vibes" Scale: Massive crowds and exotic car turnout Problem Areas: Spontaneous gatherings (In-N-Out Burger with 100+ cars) Potential Solutions & Changes Prediction: Major changes coming after this year's issues Carmel's Position: City won't tolerate continued problems Current Structure: Most events require tickets Many are invite-only But public spaces still get overwhelmed Social Media Impact Assessment: Social media is "ruining stuff like this" Alternative Approach: Focus on smaller, intimate events that aren't "blown out" Personal Policy: Stopped attending events that have gotten too big and "lost their way" Discussion Points How does Car Week get control of the situation? Is it possible to avoid having a Car Week at all? The balance between accessibility and maintaining event quality

This noisy and hot #Bisimoto #Tech2sDay show, we talked about the Monterey car week, @exoticsonbroadway, #WerksReunion, @montereymotorsportsfestival, the @toyotausa #TundraTRDPro, upcoming Porsche projects, @turbosmarthq electronic Wastegate advantages and more. Enjoy!

Abbas goes off about going to California for the Monterey car week and driving the oldest and newest Acura NSX. **May wanna check it out on Youtube for the photos and videos** SEE ME ON THE ROAD

More than 3,000 incoming and returning Cal State Monterey Bay Otters move into campus housing as the fall semester begins. And, Monterey County hosts the West End Celebration in Sand City and the 25th Annual Turkish Arts & Culture Festival in downtown Monterey.

The complete run down of our Monterey Car Week 2025! Matt's new Manx worked perfectly (well, almost); the cars we saw; the events we saw; how to participate; the car NOT to bring to Monterey; and more! Recorded August 18, 2025 Click on the DILLON banner, buy a pair of sunglasses, receive a FREE Smoking Tire t-shirt! https://thesmokingtire.com/partners-1 New merch! Grab a shirt or hoodie and support us! https://thesmokingtireshop.com/ Use Off The Record! and ALWAYS fight your tickets! For a 10% discount on your first case go to https://www.offtherecord.com/TST Want your question answered? Want to watch the live stream, get ad-free podcasts, or exclusive podcasts? Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thesmokingtirepodcast Instagram:https://www.Instagram.com/thesmokingtirehttps://www.Instagram.com/therealzackklapman  Want your question answered? Want to watch the live stream, get ad-free podcasts, or exclusive podcasts? Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thesmokingtirepodcast Use Off The Record! and ALWAYS fight your tickets! Enter code TST10 for a 10% discount on your first case on the Off The Record app, or go to http://www.offtherecord.com/TST. Watch our car reviews: https://www.youtube.com/thesmokingtire Tweet at us!https://www.Twitter.com/thesmokingtirehttps://www.Twitter.com/zackklapman Instagram:https://www.Instagram.com/thesmokingtirehttps://www.Instagram.com/therealzackklapman

The ninth stop of the Move Her Mind Event Series brought us to beautiful Monterey, where we got to sit down with Lindsey Gwirtz, founder of Women Run Monterey. In our conversation, Lindsey shared her insights on balancing running, racing, and everyday life, as well as the story behind creating Women Run Monterey—a community that has not only empowered her personally, but has also inspired and uplifted women throughout the region.We've got a couple more stops, so join us at a city near you and bonus points if you bring a friend who needs your support & encouragement to start a movement habit. And if you're not able to attend in person, we'll be sharing all of these conversations on Fuel for the Sole.For more details: https://www.asics.com/us/en-us/move-her-mind/

Play Podcast: 08-18-25f1weekly1108.mp3 While Zak Brown sells futures of McLaren F1 cars in Monterey! F1Weekly continues to bring you more Nasir Hameed wisdom with thoughts on what really happened between Mark Webber and Sebastian Vettel. Interview with Tom Dillman, Derek Daily and Conor Daily. Derek started with go-karting, moving on to a dirt oval track […] The post F1Weekly Podcast # 1108 appeared first on F1Weekly.com - Home of The Premiere Motorsport Podcast (Formula One, Formula Two, Formula Three, Motorsport Mondial).

On this episode our friend G. Buchnoff joined us for an epic recap of our visit to the Portola Hotel & Spa to see Eddie Van Halen's iconic Kramer ad guitar up close!

Adam kicks things off by sharing his excitement for the upcoming Rolex Historics at Monterey's Laguna Seca before chatting about his plans to spend time aboard Rick Caruso's massive superyacht. He then reacts to Stephen A. Smith's explanation of why Pete Buttigieg is polling at 0% among black voters despite leading the 2028 Democratic primary race overall, and weighs in on Denver's bid to host the Gay Games. Then, Adam and Jason “Mayhem” Miller dive into trending headlines, from Emma Raducanu wanting a crying baby removed during a tense 23-minute game, to Jannik Sinner's Wimbledon serve being interrupted by a rogue champagne cork, to Los Angeles officials cracking down on dangerous street takeover meet-ups with tougher penalties and possible jail time.Then, renowned attorney and author Alan Dershowitz calls in! Adam opens by asking about the importance of political balance in American governance before shifting focus to the growing challenges of living in California. Alan connects the homelessness crisis in major cities to policy decisions dating back to Ronald Reagan, while Adam voices concern over the increasing trend of corporations and publications blacklisting people for their political views. They also touch on the controversies surrounding Jeffrey Epstein—including Alan's own legal entanglements, Trump's alleged involvement, and the mystery of Epstein's wealth—before Alan shares his candid thoughts on the Democratic Party and the Obamas.Lastly, Adam recaps his recent fire vlog where he interviews Rick Caruso about how he successfully protected his properties during the Southern California wildfires. Adam and Jason Mayhem Miller discuss the value of trade work, with Adam arguing that college isn't always the best—or only—path to a successful career. They also point out Caltrans work trucks they always see on the freeway and imagine the nightmare of crashing into one. Finally, Adam vents his frustration over a Los Angeles tunnel being tagged with graffiti less than a day after it was repainted, using it as a jumping-off point to rant about modern parenting and the need to teach kids common sense.Get it on.FOR MORE WITH ALAN DERSHOWITZ:BOOK: The Preventive State: Challenge of Preventing Serious Harms While Preserving Essential LibertiesTWITTER: @AlanDershFOR MORE WITH JASON “MAYHEM” MILLER: INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: @mayhemmillerWEBSITE: www.mayhemnow.com Thank you for supporting our sponsors:BetOnlineHomes.comoreillyauto.com/ADAMOpenPhone.com/adamPluto.tvThriveMarket.com/ACSLIVE SHOWS: August 29 - Provo, UTAugust 31 - Torrance, CASeptember 6 - Charlotte, NCSeptember 12-13 - El Paso, TX (4 Shows)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sam Fane (Seen Through Glass on YT) drops by from the UK to talk about the Cadillac Blackwing he's driving; his comical Ferrari 360 restoration; making content; what to look at during Monterey car week; and more! Recorded August 10, 2025 https://www.youtube.com/@seenthroughglasshttps://seenthroughglass.online/ DeleteMeTake control of your data and keep your private life private by signing up for DeleteMe. Now at a special discount for our listeners.Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to joindeleteme.com/TIREand use promo code TIRE at checkout.  FitBodJoin Fitbod today to get your personalized workout plan.Get 25% off your subscription or try the app FREE for seven days at Fitbod.me/TIRE. UpsideDownload the FREE Upside App and use promo code TIRE to get an extra 25 cents back for every gallon on your first tank of gas. That's an extra 25 cents back for every gallon on your first tank of gas, using promo code, TIRE. New merch! Grab a shirt or hoodie and support us! https://thesmokingtireshop.com/ Want your question answered? To listen to the episode the day it's recorded? Want to watch the live stream, get ad-free podcasts, or exclusive podcasts? Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thesmokingtirepodcast Use Off The Record! and ALWAYS fight your tickets! For a 10% discount on your first case go to https://www.offtherecord.com/TST #cars #comedy #podcast Instagram:https://www.Instagram.com/thesmokingtirehttps://www.Instagram.com/therealzackklapman Click here for the most honest car reviews out there: https://www.youtube.com/thesmokingtire Want your question answered? Want to watch the live stream, get ad-free podcasts, or exclusive podcasts? Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thesmokingtirepodcast Use Off The Record! and ALWAYS fight your tickets! Enter code TST10 for a 10% discount on your first case on the Off The Record app, or go to http://www.offtherecord.com/TST. Watch our car reviews: https://www.youtube.com/thesmokingtire Tweet at us!https://www.Twitter.com/thesmokingtirehttps://www.Twitter.com/zackklapman Instagram:https://www.Instagram.com/thesmokingtirehttps://www.Instagram.com/therealzackklapman

This week on Fresh from the Field Fridays from The Produce Industry Network and AgLife Media—Dan the Produce Man and Ross the Produce Boss are live in Monterey at the IFPA Foodservice Summit!Ross is just back from Europe with great photos and stories from produce markets abroad. Dan's got summer treats like Angelcots, Japanese honeydew, and more, plus the latest from this year's IFPA Food Show.It's all happening on Fresh from the Field Fridays—so tune in and turn on!

We were all surprised to learn that Monterey Jack cheese came from Monterey, but we weren't surprised by Meg churning out some fast miles at the Wharf to Wharf 6-miler in Santa Cruz. We recap her West Coast journey as well as Thomas and Robbe's trip to Brooklyn (just a couple days after the launch of the On Cloudsurfer Max). Also, Summer GRIT just wrapped up and we had some incredibly performances to highlight (including one woman who has racked up 160,000 feet of elevation gain in one month). Lastly, we highlight the Nike Structure 26 and Norda 008, two shoes that have carried us through the past couple weeks. INDEX0:00 - Intro6:30 - Move Her Mind Event Series (Monterey) / Wharf-to-Wharf 10K Race24:50 - Robbe in Florida29:41 - On x BITR Brooklyn Event43:52 - New Balance x BITR x Coffee & Chill Brooklyn Event1:05:20 - Norda 0081:10:00 - Nike Structure 261:21:40 - Summer GRIT LeaderboardsSUPPORT OUR SPONSORS!LAGOON PILLOWSWe use Lagoon to get our best sleep and you should too. Featuring super soft covers, Certi-Pur foam and customizable features, they'll help you find the best pillow for your sleeping style. Plus, they're owned by runners. Visit them and use the discount code BELIEVE for 15% off your first order: http://lagoonsleep.com/believeLMNTYou already know that LMNT has been getting us through Summer GRIT thanks to its blend of electrolytes and 1000 mg of sodium. It's a summer running necessity, and since you're a listener of The Drop, you get an 8-count LMNT Sample Pack with any purchase: http://drinklmnt.com/thedrop