Podcasts about National Mall

David Rothkopf joins Joanna Coles as the Supreme Court delivers a series of stunning rulings that pierce Donald Trump's carefully constructed “Golden Dome,” leaving him facing fresh legal humiliation in the E. Jean Carroll case while battles over presidential power, voting rights, and the future of the Federal Reserve intensify. From Natalie Harp's role as Trump's “human printer” to empty crowds at Trump's much-hyped National Mall state fair, David and Joanna unpack a presidency increasingly insulated from reality as new reporting exposes White House rivalries, family business dealings, and growing fears of political accountability. They dive into the political fallout of mass deportations, the corruption questions surrounding Kazakhstan mining deals, and the Democratic Party's fight over whether to prioritize affordability or accountability, all while asking what America's founding ideals mean on the eve of the nation's 250th birthday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

-- On the Show: -- Donald Trump plays golf and hosts a vacant state fair while the federal government neglects rising grocery costs and stagnant wages -- Speaker Mike Johnson and Republican leadership preemptively claim the midterm elections will be stolen due to slipping approval ratings -- Companies tied to the sons of Donald Trump and Howard Lutnick seek $9 billion in federal financing for mining projects in Kazakhstan -- Donald Trump publicly declares the war with Iran is over while the United States military conducts new airstrikes against Iranian missile sites -- Trump repeatedly claims absolute victory in international diplomacy before terms are finalized, damaging American negotiating leverage -- Right- wingers falsely claim Donald Trump's state fair on the National Mall is packed despite video evidence showing empty grounds -- Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt defends a conditional ceasefire while revealing that Jared Kushner is leading diplomatic talks in Doha -- Trump posts to social media about bogus property damage at the Reflecting Pool and planning an expensive federal golf course -- Senator Roger Marshall defends strict voter restrictions by comparing fraud claims to the proactive licensing of commercial airline pilots -- On the Bonus Show: Bill Maher receives the Mark Twain award, the Daily Wire thinks it's a billion dollar company, an Alaska judge puts the other Dan Sullivan back on the ballot, and much more...

Today's Headlines: Trump's America 250 Great American State Fair opened on the National Mall in the rain, the power went out, the ferris wheel didn't work, there was no fair food, at least 10 states declined to send delegations, and Trump called it "packed to the brim" — the North Carolina booth displayed a Confederate flag overlay on a video loop before sponsors pulled out, which is on brand for an event whose main attractions were a Turning Point USA booth and a broken ferris wheel. Trump also unveiled a limited edition passport featuring his own face with the words "welcome, but be good!," announced plans to renovate a DC golf course starting September 1st, and personally inspected Lafayette Park to ensure it will have exactly 47 maple trees because he's the 47th president. The administration also announced the "Patriot Games" — aka the Hunger Games — a high school athletic competition on the National Mall in August where kids from each state compete for a $250,000 scholarship they split two ways, streaming on ESPN. The Iran war is back on: Trump announced strikes on Iranian targets after an attack on a commercial tanker, threatened to "militarily complete the job," Iran responded by asserting full control of the Strait, threatening to halt negotiations, and launching drone and missile attacks on Bahrain and Kuwait — while Israel and Lebanon signed a framework agreement requiring Israel to withdraw if Lebanon verifies Hezbollah has been fully dismantled, with the US committing $100 million in humanitarian aid. On the Russia beat, coup rumors against Putin got louder this weekend as Russia continues losing in Ukraine, Putin has dramatically increased his personal security, and former Russian defense minister Sergei Ivanov — once seen as Putin's potential successor — died at 73, with his death announced first by a basketball organization he was honorary president of, which is suspicious to say the least. In other news, a new CNN analysis found that Americans in Democratic congressional districts live longer, with nearly 70% of House Democrats representing districts where life expectancy exceeds the national average versus over 70% of Republicans representing districts where it falls below, alongside higher rates of diabetes, obesity, and uninsured residents in Republican districts. Mississippi passed a law creating a registry of undocumented immigrants to share with ICE, covering fewer than 30,000 people out of nearly 3 million state residents. And finally, a dangerous heat dome is forecast for the central and eastern US just in time for July 4th celebrations, so happy 250th America. Resources/Articles mentioned:  Newsweek: Map Shows States Skipping America 250 Fair News Observer: Confederate flag fuels fresh controversy over NC at national ‘State Fair' WaPo: Organizers remove Confederate flag image from N.C. booth at fair on the Mall Forbes: Trump's Patriot Games: What We Know About Nationally Televised Event NYT: White House Releases Images of the Trump ‘Patriot Passport' WaPo: Work on East Potomac Golf Links overhaul will begin Sept. 1, Trump says DW: How real is a coup threat against Russia's president? MSN: Putin faces internal strains as ally Ivanov dies at 73 Axios: U.S. launches fresh Iran strikes as Trump threatens to "complete the job" WaPo: Iran insists it has sole control of Hormuz, ignoring Trump's threats AP News: Iran attacks Bahrain and Kuwait following US strikes and threatens to halt talks MS Now: Israel and Lebanon sign framework agreement after marathon talks AP News: A new law could create a list of immigrants illegally living in Mississippi. Advocates are alarmed CNN: Americans now live longer in Democratic-held House districts. Here's why NYT: A ‘Heat Dome' Could Bring Triple- Digit Temperatures to the Midwest and Eastern U.S.  Subscribe to the Betches News Room and join the Morning Announcements group chat. Go to: betchesnews.substack.com Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Say it ain’t so, poor Vanilla Ice. Just hours after the 90’s artist put up a video on social media, enthusiastically telling fans how excited he was to perform on the National Mall to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary, the group hosting the event announced it was being cancelled due to “inclement weather.” The issue, D.C. meteorologists were only predicting possible scattered showers, leading many people to believe the concert was actually cancelled because of low attendance concerns. Vanilla Ice was just one of two artists who agreed to perform after a handful of other 90s singers and groups all cancelled, not wanting to be associated with the Trump administration. For now, only Flo Rida is still scheduled to perform next week… let’s hold onto our apple bottom jeans and see what happens!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Say it ain’t so, poor Vanilla Ice. Just hours after the 90’s artist put up a video on social media, enthusiastically telling fans how excited he was to perform on the National Mall to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary, the group hosting the event announced it was being cancelled due to “inclement weather.” The issue, D.C. meteorologists were only predicting possible scattered showers, leading many people to believe the concert was actually cancelled because of low attendance concerns. Vanilla Ice was just one of two artists who agreed to perform after a handful of other 90s singers and groups all cancelled, not wanting to be associated with the Trump administration. For now, only Flo Rida is still scheduled to perform next week… let’s hold onto our apple bottom jeans and see what happens!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Say it ain’t so, poor Vanilla Ice. Just hours after the 90’s artist put up a video on social media, enthusiastically telling fans how excited he was to perform on the National Mall to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary, the group hosting the event announced it was being cancelled due to “inclement weather.” The issue, D.C. meteorologists were only predicting possible scattered showers, leading many people to believe the concert was actually cancelled because of low attendance concerns. Vanilla Ice was just one of two artists who agreed to perform after a handful of other 90s singers and groups all cancelled, not wanting to be associated with the Trump administration. For now, only Flo Rida is still scheduled to perform next week… let’s hold onto our apple bottom jeans and see what happens!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After Donald Trump kicked off his personalized celebration of America's 250th birthday with a rally on the National Mall on Wednesday night, news accounts described the event as very sparsely attended. Trump himself practically begged for more people to show up to the next event set for July 4. Amusingly, this comes after Fox News madly hyped the Wednesday rally in an effort to drum up excitement. But then, as Matt Gertz of Media Matters reports in a good piece on all this, Fox grappled with the bad initial turnout by largely avoiding any discussion of it. We think that's pretty revealing. So we talked to Gertz about all of it: We discuss why Trump's whole gala is so important for the broader, more sinister Trump-Fox project that's underway, the real reason Trump-Fox want our the 250th anniversary to be a celebration of Trump's “personalist” rule, and what it will really mean if it's all a bust.  Looking for More from the DSR Network? Click Here: https://linktr.ee/deepstateradio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Y'all. Wednesday was not a weird day for this administration. It was a normal day, and that is the whole problem.Donald Trump canceled a bipartisan housing bill that would have lowered rent for millions of people. He killed the signing ceremony hours before it happened because he wants Congress to pass the SAVE Act first. That is voter suppression dressed up as a national emergency. He is holding your housing relief hostage. And his own supporters are in the replies typing thank you, daddy like that is a normal response to a man torching your rent relief.Same day he got into a screaming match with a Republican senator, called him a lunatic, then asked Congress for another eighty seven point six billion dollars for his Iran war that nobody voted for and that even Tucker Carlson is now calling him weak over. He threw himself a Ferris wheel party on the National Mall for America's two hundred fiftieth birthday while the Reflecting Pool stayed green behind him. The Supreme Court handed him a win that makes it easier to strand asylum seekers in danger over a technicality about which side of an imaginary line their toes are touching. My home state of Tennessee put up a granite headstone for fetuses on the Capitol lawn while ranking forty seventh in the country at keeping actual mothers alive.And the Democrats spent the week calling the candidates their own voters are actually excited about dirtbags.This episode goes through every receipt. The housing bill hostage situation. The court losses that forced him to Plan B. The Iran war bill. The self inflicted birthday party. The Supreme Court rulings that will get people killed. Tennessee's monument to control. And why the Democratic establishment is more afraid of its own base than it is of any of this. Let's go. Keywords: Trump housing bill, SAVE Act, voter suppression, thank you daddy, MAGA replies, Iran war funding, Supreme Court metering, asylum seekers, border policy, Tennessee maternal mortality, Monument to Unborn Children, Democratic socialists, John Fetterman, dirtbag left, democratic socialists primaries, Trump fitness, Reflecting Pool green, America 250, JD Vance, presidential chaosSupport the show with no ads and no sponsors at patreon.com/wesawthedevil. Five bucks a month keeps it independent and feral.Follow @wesawthedevil on Twitter and Facebook, @wesawthedevilpodcast on Instagram, and find me at @robin_wstd on TikTok and Instagram. Everything lives at wesawthedevil.com. Links in the notes.Take care of each other. I'm Robin. I'll see you next time.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/we-saw-the-devil-unfiltered-political-analysis--4433638/support.Website: http://www.wesawthedevil.comPatreon: http://www.patreon.com/wesawthedevilDiscord: https://discord.gg/X2qYXdB4Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/WeSawtheDevilInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/wesawthedevilpodcast.

In this episode of John Solomon Reports, host John Solomon brings listeners an exciting lineup featuring Senator Roger 'Doc' Marshall, the leading Republican Senate candidate for North Carolina Michael Whatley, and rising artist DPAK, whose unique blend of music is captivating audiences across the nation. As America gears up for a 10-day celebration of liberty and greatness, Solomon reflects on President Trump's recent event on the National Mall and the significance of unity in these times.The episode dives into pressing global security concerns, starting with Iran's provocative actions in the Strait of Hormuz, and highlights a surprising Senate victory for President Trump regarding war powers. Solomon discusses critical Supreme Court rulings that bolster the president's authority over immigration and border policy, ensuring that the rule of law is upheld.Listeners will also hear about alarming drone terrorism threats on U.S. soil, as highlighted by a recent testimony from FBI Deputy Director Chris Wray. Solomon emphasizes the need for vigilance and advanced counter-drone technologies to combat this emerging risk.In addition, Solomon teases an upcoming investigation into the intelligence community's alarming missteps under the Biden administration, promising revealing insights into the ongoing vulnerabilities within national security. The episode wraps up with a spotlight on the extraordinary artist DPAK, whose patriotic music is gaining traction just in time for Independence Day.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jack Posobiec breaks down the day's hottest headlines with guests Joshua Lisec, Rich Baris, and Liz Collin on Human Events Daily from Real America's Voice.Elon Musk just amplified "Citizen Vigilante" (directed by Uwe Boll, Jack's guest yesterday) on X—exploding the anti-migrant invasion thriller into the spotlight. Plus, the dangerous rise of socialism in the West, explosive new ANTIFA developments including federal charges against conspirators in Minneapolis, and the latest on America's 250th anniversary celebrations as Trump kicks off major events on the National Mall.Don't miss this hard-hitting episode exposing the threats to America and the fight to save Western civilization!What do YOU think—is Elon Musk right to spotlight films like Citizen Vigilante against the migrant crisis and socialist decay? Drop your comments below and subscribe for more truth daily!#HumanEventsDaily #JackPosobiec #CitizenVigilante #ElonMusk #Antifa #Socialism #America250 #Trump #RealAmericasVoice #MAGASupport the show

-- On the Show: -- Donald Trump abruptly cancels a press conference for a bipartisan housing bill to use it as leverage for passing his voter ID legislation -- Donald Trump appears winded walking through the Capitol and makes grandiose claims about winning the Iran war -- Donald Trump falsely claims that vandals sliced up the reflecting pool with razor blades and insists that fuel prices are under investigation -- Donald Trump delivers an exaggeration-filled speech on the National Mall that triggers the crowd to leave early -- Fox News host Jesse Watters attacks rising Democratic star James Talarico with middle-school maturity insults regarding his masculinity -- Donald Trump maintains a relationship with a staffer who follows him constantly to read him flattering internet comments -- White House aides privately admit in a new book that Donald Trump is showing significant signs of aging -- Judicial nominee Judge Matthew Byrne struggles under oath to explicitly acknowledge that Joe Biden won the 2020 election -- On the Bonus Show: Trump requests more Iran war money, 77% of Americans think the Founding Fathers would be disappointed, Meta is working on an AI prediction market app, and much more...

Today's Headlines: In a rare occurrence, we're starting with good news. The FDA approved a new drug called Trodelvy that reduces aggressive triple-negative breast cancer progression by 40% compared to chemo — affecting 48,000 Americans a year — science is awesome. Zohran Mamdani swept Tuesday's New York primaries, no he wasn't on the ballot but all three of his DSA-endorsed challengers defeated incumbent Democrats including Dan Goldman and Congressional Hispanic Caucus chair Adriano Espaillat, triggering a full Democratic Party freakout — Letitia James called out Mamdani on CNN, former DNC chair Jaime Harrison posted a barely-veiled "if you hate the party don't use its resources" thread, and Mamdani responded with a Jalen Brunson clip from the Knicks parade. In Trump shenanigans, Donald admitted at a Pennsylvania rally that he personally called the US attorney in California to "take a look" at the governor's primary results, claiming Steve Hilton started winning about an hour after the call, which is either a confession of election interference or the most casual admission of abuse of power we've heard yet. He then refused to sign the bipartisan housing bill his own White House negotiated unless Republicans first pass the SAVE Act to overhaul voting laws before the midterms, got into a screaming match with Bill Cassidy at a Senate lunch over the Iran war vote. As expected, Speaker Mike Johnson immediately announced he'd push the SAVE Act through budget reconciliation to appease him — which is not what budget reconciliation is for, but here we are. In other news, Pete Hegseth forced out highly respected four-star General Christopher Donohue, who headed the Army in Europe and Africa, with more "personnel changes" expected next week as Hegseth continues his speed run of replacing competent military commanders with pliant ones. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte visited the Oval Office, kissed Trump's ring, and had to sit there while Trump ranted for the fourth consecutive day about someone cutting the reflecting pool with a box cutter. And finally, Bending Spoons — the Italian tech company that owns Vimeo, WeTransfer, AOL, and Eventbrite — is planning a $19 billion US IPO. Resources/Articles mentioned: WSJ: New Drugs Are Replacing Chemo for Aggressive Breast Cancer NYT: Cait Conley Wins Primary to Face Mike Lawler in N.Y. Swing District NBC News: Trump endorses a second candidate in the South Carolina governor's race Axios: Socialist "earthquake" in NY leaves Democrats reeling: "Huge defeat" Politico: Trump says he asked US attorney for California election probe: ‘Do me a favor' AP News: Live updates: Trump speaks at National Mall rally for America 250 CNN: What's in the ‘SAVE America Act' and why is it so important to Donald Trump? MS Now: Inside Trump's closed-door clash with Senate Republicans The Hill: Speaker Johnson says he will push SAVE America Act through reconciliation 3.0 The Hill: Trump lays out new details on Reflecting Pool ‘vandals' WSJ: Hegseth Cuts Army Commander's Storied Career Short as Part of Broader Shake-Up Reuters: Vimeo owner Bending Spoons seeks $1.62 billion US IPO, sources say Subscribe to the Betches News Room and join the Morning Announcements group chat. Go to: betchesnews.substack.com Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

LIVE tonight: President Donald Trump speaks at the Great American State Fair Kickoff Celebration on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., as America begins its historic 250th anniversary celebration.Doors opened at 3:30 PM ET, the event begins at 7:00 PM ET, and President Trump's remarks are expected later in the evening.Join Professor Nez LIVE for real-time commentary, reaction, patriotic coverage, and analysis of this major national event featuring performances, military flyovers, Lee Greenwood, and a rally-style America 250 kickoff from the heart of Washington, D.C.Is this the beginning of a new patriotic movement? Is America truly back? We'll watch it together, react together, and break down every major moment as it happens.Subscribe and turn on notifications so you don't miss the moment Trump takes the stage.For free and unbiased Medicare help, dial (656) 218-0931 to speak with my trusted partner, Chapter, or go to https://askchapter.org/nez▶Sign up to our Free Newsletter, so you never miss out: https://bio.site/professornez▶ ORIGINAL MADE IN U.S.A 250TH AMERICA DESIGNS: https://professornez.myspreadshop.com/

On July 1, 1976, the National Air and Space Museum opened its doors to the public. It was an unforgettable debut for an iconic building, complete with a flyover from the Air Force's Thunderbirds, speeches from President Gerald Ford (and a certain Apollo astronaut), and a ribbon-cutting triggered by a signal from a spacecraft on its way to Mars. There was nothing quite like the National Air and Space Museum at the time, and thousands of people lined up on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. to be among the first to see artifacts like the Spirit of St Louis, the Apollo command module Columbia, and the Wright Flyer in the new building. Millions more have come through our doors over the last 50 years, and the Museum has continued to reinvent itself for future generations. Today on AirSpace, we're launching our four-part limited series 50 Years of Air + Space with the story of our Museum's Opening Day.Thanks to all our guests in this episode (by order of appearance): Dr. Bob van der Linden - Acting Chair of Aeronautics Dr. Ted Maxwell - Retired Chair of the Center for Earth and Planetary Studies  Dr. Tom Crouch - Emeritus Curator Dr. Cathleen Lewis -  Curator of International Space Programs and Spacesuits Dr. Michael Neufeld - Emeritus Curator and Smithsonian Historian Dr. Lonnie G Bunch III - Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution Find the transcript for this episode and more information at s.si.edu/50YearsE1.Subscribe to our monthly newsletter at s.si.edu/airspacenewsletter.AirSpace is made possible with the generous support of Lockheed Martin.

AlabamaA settlement of $300K is coming to AL after fraud takedown effort by DOJCongressman Moore supports President's ultimatum on SAVE America ActStatus hearing cancelled re: lawsuit challenging Tuberville's residency in ALMontgomery city council votes to remove member who lives outside of districtAL leaders laud the lives saved since 2022 SCOTUS ruling that overturned Roe v WadeBirmingham Zoo to offer free admission to veterans and active military on July 4thNationalPresident Trump rips into Senate leaders for not passing SAVE America ActDOJ indicts over 400 people for defrauding federal health programs of $6.5BDominion Voting Systems drop $1.3B defamation lawsuit against Mike Lindell of "My Pillow"Trump spoke at National Mall to kickoff July 4th celebrations for America's 250th Birthday

Most people probably don't think about the reflecting pool on the National Mall much, but Donald Trump sure does. His efforts to cosmetically raise it to his standards have been staggeringly expensive, and ineffective in surprising ways. It encapsulates the Trump presidency experience pretty succinctly.Guest: Christina Cauterucci, Slate senior writerWant more What Next? Subscribe to Slate Plus to access ad-free listening to the whole What Next family and across all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts by clicking “Try Free” at the top of our show page. Sign up now at slate.com/whatnextplus to get access wherever you listen.Podcast production by Rob Gunther, Evan Campbell, Madeline Thames-Ducharme and Patrick Fort.Paige Osburn is the senior supervising producer of What Next and What Next TBD. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tim is sick, but he's strapping on his football helmet. Tim, Sarah, and JVL cover:-The mysterious 79 year-old receiving non-public weight loss drugs (and if not Trump, who?)-The latest revelations from Jonathan Swan and Maggie Haberman's new book.-Tucker Carlson supposedly leaving the Republican Party...or is it all a long game to help JD Vance?-The Trump administration's ongoing capitulation to Iran...and even JD Vance used to think it was stupid!-The latest National Mall reflecting pool drama.-How Pete Buttigieg got 'radicalized' by his time in the Biden administration...and Tim's warning for Democrats.-FINALLY: The Washington Post's monster feature on the cult leader who's been coaching Tulsi Gabbard through her political career.Get your tickets to Sarah's How to Eat an Elephant book tour in September at https://TheBulwark.com/EVENTS.Ready to transform your customer support? Go to https://decagon.ai/thenextlevel to get a personalized demo and see what Decagon can do for your team.

Most people probably don't think about the reflecting pool on the National Mall much, but Donald Trump sure does. His efforts to cosmetically raise it to his standards have been staggeringly expensive, and ineffective in surprising ways. It encapsulates the Trump presidency experience pretty succinctly.Guest: Christina Cauterucci, Slate senior writerWant more What Next? Subscribe to Slate Plus to access ad-free listening to the whole What Next family and across all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts by clicking “Try Free” at the top of our show page. Sign up now at slate.com/whatnextplus to get access wherever you listen.Podcast production by Rob Gunther, Evan Campbell, Madeline Thames-Ducharme and Patrick Fort.Paige Osburn is the senior supervising producer of What Next and What Next TBD. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the latest episode - John talks about the stupidity surrounding the reflecting pool. After touring the newly emptied pool on the National Mall, Trump ordered fencing erected around the algae-rific pond to keep out more imaginary antifa operatives. He also discusses the harsh sentencing of anti-ICE protesters, the Supreme Court's ruling on religious rights, and the chaotic state of Trump's presidency. Joined by comedian Keith Price, AKA "Comedy Daddy", they joke with listeners about pop culture and politics.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.thebulwark.comTim is sick, but he's strapping on his football helmet. Tim, Sarah, and JVL cover:* The mysterious 79 year-old receiving non-public weight loss drugs (and if not Trump, who?)* The latest revelations from Jonathan Swan and Maggie Haberman's new book.* Tucker Carlson supposedly leaving the Republican Party...or is it all a long game to help JD Vance?* The Trump administration's ongoing capitulation to Iran...and even JD Vance used to think it was stupid!* The latest National Mall reflecting pool drama.* How Pete Buttigieg got ‘radicalized' by his time in the Biden administration...and Tim's warning for Democrats.* FINALLY: The Washington Post's monster feature on the cult leader who's been coaching Tulsi Gabbard through her political career.Get your tickets to Sarah's How to Eat an Elephant book tour in September!Watch, listen, and leave a comment.This ad-free video version of The Next Level is exclusively for Bulwark+ members. Click the learn about setting up this show, ad-free, on your podcast player of choice. Or watch in the new Bulwark App—available now in the Apple and Google App stores.

Most people probably don't think about the reflecting pool on the National Mall much, but Donald Trump sure does. His efforts to cosmetically raise it to his standards have been staggeringly expensive, and ineffective in surprising ways. It encapsulates the Trump presidency experience pretty succinctly.Guest: Christina Cauterucci, Slate senior writerWant more What Next? Subscribe to Slate Plus to access ad-free listening to the whole What Next family and across all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts by clicking “Try Free” at the top of our show page. Sign up now at slate.com/whatnextplus to get access wherever you listen.Podcast production by Rob Gunther, Evan Campbell, Madeline Thames-Ducharme and Patrick Fort.Paige Osburn is the senior supervising producer of What Next and What Next TBD. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Stephanie and the gang tackle the stupidity surrounding Trump's claims about the reflecting pool on the National Mall, which has turned into a $16 million headache for the administration. They dissects Donald Trump's wild allegations of vandalism involving box cutters and Antifa, while also examining the chaos that ensues as police reports pile up. Jody Hamilton joins the conversation, adding her signature wit and wonderfulness to the mix. They also touch on the broader implications of Trump's ridiculous diplomatic blunders and the ongoing fallout from his policies. Guests: Charlie Pierce and Mike Nellis.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

President Donald Trump recently pushed for a renovation of the reflecting pool on the National Mall. Soon after, news stories criticized the move, noting algae bloom and peeling paint. But now officials say the damage could have been caused by intentional vandalism.In other news, the United Nations is facing a funding crisis, and some agencies are now weighing new methods to pay their bills, including with a global tax.We'll discuss these topics and others in this episode of Crossroads.Views expressed in this video are opinions of the host and the guest, and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Epoch Times.

//The Wire//1800Z June 23, 2026// //ROUTINE// //BLUF: DETAILS CLARIFY SEQUENCE OF EVENTS REGARDING YESTERDAYS SHOOTING IN MONTREAL. ISRAELI FORCES CONTINUE ADVANCE NORTHWARD IN LEBANON. MASS SHOOTING REPORTED AT CALIFORNIA LIBRARY.// -----BEGIN TEARLINE------International Events-Lebanon: Overnight Israeli forces continued their advance toward Ali al-Taher further extending their salient northward. Several airstrikes were reported throughout the area as the IDF advanced into Hezbollah-held terrain, which prompted Hezbollah to repel the advance, which in turn resulting in more airstrikes from the IDF.Strait of Hormuz: Commercial maritime traffic has continued, however so far the total number of ships transiting the waterway has remained sharply reduced compared to pre-war levels; a couple of dozen ships have transited daily since the MOU was signed, which is less than the 100+ ships that transited before the war. Analyst Comment: The traffic has continued despite the Iranian threats to close the Strait, though maritime shipping companies are still trying to figure out the logistics of how this is going to work out. So far, the Iranian "toll" route to the north is the only route being used right now, though the Iranians have waived the fee for the 60-day period in which the final peace deal is being worked out. However, all merchant vessels are now required to obtain a permit from the Persian Gulf Strait Authority (PGSA), the new Iranian entity that is controlling access to the Gulf.-HomeFront-Washington D.C. - Demonstrations and vandalism attempts have continued on the National Mall, as Pro-Algae activists have remained at the site of the reflecting pool renovation project. So far, a handful of people have been arrested for trying to tamper with the reflecting pool in various ways, and the National Guard has stepped up foot patrols in the area in response.California: Yesterday afternoon a mass shooting was reported at the Butte County Library in Chico. One gunman entered the library shortly after 5:00pm local time, and began shooting visitors inside. Police immediately responded to the facility, and the shooter was apprehended in a wooded area immediately outside the library as the security cordon was established. Concerning casualties, the library was mostly empty at the time of the shooting, however two people were killed and one child was wounded by the shooter during the attack. Analyst Comment: The suspect has been identified as Bradley Scott Sayer, who reportedly lived in Chico. Sayer allegedly made statements after being arrested, claiming that he attempted to carry out a massacre at the library reminiscent of previous mass shootings.-----END TEARLINE-----Analyst Comments: In Canada, more information has come to light regarding the attempted mass shooting yesterday. The sequence of events remains uncertain, however the investigation has revealed that much of the information the responders were making decisions on in the heat of the moment, was actually erroneous.The initial details of a shooter being on foot in the Côte-des-Neiges neighborhood do not appear to be true, nor were the initial claims of the gunman being inside the grocery store, and it is not clear as to why police were observed at either location. The shooter was actually located inside an improvised firing position inside a hotel room at the Hilton Garden Inn. From this position, he began firing at the corporate office building across the street.The target of this shooting was the headquarters building for Aylo...a "software company" which is actually the parent company for websites hosting "adult" content. The assailant began the attack by shooting through his hotel room window, into the corporate office building. After firing an unknown number of rounds, the shooter exited the hotel, and ran up and down Av. de Courtrai searching for targets (which is possibly the reason for the police initially thinking the shooter was in the grocery store). Eyewitness statements during the fog of war are not the most accurate, and pinpointing the shooter's whereabouts after departing the hotel is challenging, and at this point reports emerged of a second possible shooter being located in the same area (which turned out to be false). Eventually, the shooter attempted to make entry to the Aylo building, but was unable to do so before police spotted the shooter and the final skirmish began.Concerning the victims, the man who was accidentally shot by police at the entrance to the Aylo building has been identified as Michael Moshe Mizrahi, an Israeli citizen and local Rabbi for the heavily-Jewish community that surrounds the site of the shooting. Last night, Montreal Police identified the officer that was killed as Officer Mohamed Lamine Benredouane. The status of the female officer who was wounded remains unclear, though some sources claim that she remains in critical condition at a hospital. Regarding the shooter, the suspect has been identified as Seth Hatfield, and a manifesto was allegedly sent to various media groups right around the time of the attack. The manifesto itself is a little long for these types of documents at 104 pages long, and despite the first page of the document widely circulating social media (and thus attributing motive), nearly the entire document is promoting Communism and encouraging violent revolution, which seems to be the predominant motivation for the attack.More details are expected as the investigation continues, and special focus will likely be placed on clarifying the details of what led to the initial police response being observed so far from the actual shooting site, as well as what actually transpired within the hotel, and on the street between the initial first shots, and the final engagement. Another unresolved detail is any coordination or prior-knowledge of the attack by any co-conspirators. The shooter's manifesto specifically mentions other works and writings by the shooter, which presumably had an audience of probably more than just the shooter himself. Based on the writings of the assailant, he clearly thought of himself as an academic, and wrote extensively on various pro-Communist ideas. As such, figuring out whether or not this individual acted alone will be a focal point moving forward.Analyst: S2A1 Research: https://publish.obsidian.md/s2underground Disclaimer: No LLMs were used in the writing of this report. //END REPORT//

In this episode of Real Clear Politics, Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon discuss today's key primary races in Maryland and New York and the White House announcement that Iran has agreed to allow nuclear inspectors. Also, the U.S. says it will allow Iran to sell oil on the world market for the first time since 1979. Then, RCP White House correspondent Carolina Lumetta  joins Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon to discuss President Trump's remarks about problems with the National Mall's reflecting pool, today's White House meeting between the President and leading defense contractors, and whether the U.S. is running low on key weapons due to the Iran War. Finally, the team examines The Great American State Fair, a 16-day event on the National Mall to celebrate America's 250th, which starts Thursday. At least seven states with Democratic governors have chosen not to participate. Also, great performances by star players in this year's  World Cup raise the question of who is the greatest to ever play the game. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was expected to be a centerpiece of President Donald Trump's America 250 celebration. Now, amid peeling paint and algae problems, Trump says vandalism may be to blame after previously pointing the finger at former President Barack Obama. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Vice President JD Vance projects optimism after the U.S. and Iran agree to a roadmap to ending the war in 60 days. Five people were arrested for alleged vandalism in connection with the newly renovated Reflecting Pool on the National Mall. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces his resignation, bowing to pressure from within his party to step down. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Donald Trump's original $13.1 Million budget for the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool repair has skyrocketed. Steve Schmidt breaks down the failure, corruption, and why Trump's sewage extends beyond his disgrace of the National Mall. Today's Merch: The Pursuit Continueshttps://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/products/the-pursuit-continues-hoodie SUBSCRIBE for more and follow me here:Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribeStore: https://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thewarningses.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/SteveSchmidtSES/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewarningsesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarningses/X: https://x.com/SteveSchmidtSESSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Trump says the reflecting pool on the National Mall will be drained again. He claimed without evidence that vandals damaged the pool following a costly renovation and painting.Support NPR and hear every episode of Trump's Terms sponsor-free with NPR+. Sign up at plus.npr.org.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

The Marc Cox Morning Show kicks off live from Whitmore Country Club — and Marc Cox comes out swinging. While patriots gather to tee off for Folds of Honor and America's veterans, Democrats are on television declaring Iran the winner of a war that left their military in ruins. Marc dismantles that lie piece by piece. Then — "Go Algae" protesters vandalize the National Mall's reflecting pool, Marine One sends them a message from above, and Judge Jeanine Pirro promises to prosecute every last one of them. Kim St. Onge takes over for Kim on a Whim with a deep dive into the left's obsession with erasing American history — from Tower Grove Park to Baltimore's returning Confederate statues to the 1619 Project sneaking into classrooms. And to cap it all off — the Marc Cox Morning Show plays the audio of Joe Biden proving he had zero idea what Juneteenth was right before he made it a national holiday. Hour 1 is a barn burner — and the show is just getting started. HOUR HASHTAGS: #MarcCoxMorningShow #Hour1 #FoldsOfHonor #IranDeal #GoAlgae #ReflectingPool #KimOnAWhim #ConfederateStatues #BidenJuneteenth #EraseHistory #1619Project #TrumpForeignPolicy #STLConservative #MarcCox #PatriotVoices #ConservativeRadio

It's a Father's Day baby - delivered by dad himself! When his wife went into labor, there was no time to get to the hospital. All of a sudden, the driveway became the delivery room! Alison Hall has the story of a Father's Day one family will never forget. And a woman's amazing survival story — this one involves a hungry black bear. It messed with the wrong person. She pulled out her pistol to fight back. Couples struggling to conceive often turn to IVF as they try to have a baby, but it led to a nightmare for one couple after she was implanted with the wrong embryo. As Ann Mercogliano reports, they have decided to keep the baby. The news comes as the baby's biological parents, through their lawyer, speak out. Drama continues over the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool on the National Mall. Green algae continues to bloom despite a major $16 million renovation, and the pool liner is peeling off. Without any evidence, President Trump believes it's sabotage and vows to clean the water in time for the July 4th celebrations, saying he's ready to drain the pool and start over. Justin Finch is there.

Today on America in the Morning Trump Threatens New Iran Attacks As Vice President JD Vance met in Switzerland with the Iranian negotiators, President Trump threatened new attacks on Iran if they don't comply with US demands.  John Stolnis has the latest from Washington.   Reflecting Pool Re-Drain As National Guard troops keep watch over the weekend, there were pro-algae protests around the Reflecting Pool by the Lincoln Memorial in Washington where President Trump is now blaming the state of the Reflecting Pool on the National Mall on vandalism.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports one person, a former US Olympic team member was taken into custody, and US Attorney Jeaninne Pirro, speaking on Fox News, says ABC News reporter Jonathan Karl, who in a report reached into the green water and lifted up a floating section of blue paint in the pool, could also face criminal charges.  Trump-Merloni Feud It's turning into a virtual he-said-she-said as President Trump's feud with the Prime Minister of Italy is escalating following last week's G7 summit in France.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   NYC Carriage Death A New York tourist tradition may soon be coming to an end, following a tragic accident involving a horse-drawn carriage.   Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.   Chicago Shootings President Trump is calling for a military intervention in the nation's third-largest city, after as many as 8 people were killed and three dozen others were injured by gunfire over the three day Juneteenth weekend.    Healthcare Costs The high costs for health care seem to be weighing more on Americans, with concerns growing in a poll about healthcare affordability.  Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.  Talks In Trouble High-level talks in Switzerland led by Vice President JD Vance with senior Iranian leadership mediated by Qatar and Pakistan got off to a rocky start as President Trump threatens to shake up negotiations over the deal's details, talks that now Iran says it is pausing.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports at issue is not just the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran claimed to have closed again, but fighting between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon – audio of Israel's UN Ambassador Danny Danon and Energy Secretary Chris Wright courtesy of Fox News Sunday.   Congressional Reaction To US-Iran Issue The growing tensions as negotiations have reportedly stalled in Switzerland between the Trump administration and Iran over the weekend have spilled into Congress and was the talk of the Sunday shows.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports on the Congressional concerns over events in the Middle East.    New Air Force One In a ceremony over the weekend at Joint Base Andrews outside Washington, DC, President Trump unveiled the new Air Force One, a plane gifted by Qatar to the United States.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.   Los Angeles Fire A massive fire in Los Angeles has been burning for days, and it's now causing smoke issues for the nation's second-largest city.  Correspondent Katie Clark reports. Maryland Plane Crash Three adults are dead after a small aircraft crashed at a community park in Bowie, Maryland over the weekend.    Sports – John Stolnis   World Cup & more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In a bizarre turn of events, President Trump announced that Park Police have arrested “multiple individuals” for vandalizing the Reflecting Pool on the National Mall. Among them, a three-time Olympian who says he stopped at the site just to have a look. Trump even named ABC veteran reporter Jonathan Karl of trying to rip the rubber off of the surface of the pool, saying he was caught with his hand in the water, Huh? Trump also claims vandals used a blade to gash the facade and poured chemicals in the pool to destroy the color. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a bizarre turn of events, President Trump announced that Park Police have arrested “multiple individuals” for vandalizing the Reflecting Pool on the National Mall. Among them, a three-time Olympian who says he stopped at the site just to have a look. Trump even named ABC veteran reporter Jonathan Karl of trying to rip the rubber off of the surface of the pool, saying he was caught with his hand in the water, Huh? Trump also claims vandals used a blade to gash the facade and poured chemicals in the pool to destroy the color. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a bizarre turn of events, President Trump announced that Park Police have arrested “multiple individuals” for vandalizing the Reflecting Pool on the National Mall. Among them, a three-time Olympian who says he stopped at the site just to have a look. Trump even named ABC veteran reporter Jonathan Karl of trying to rip the rubber off of the surface of the pool, saying he was caught with his hand in the water, Huh? Trump also claims vandals used a blade to gash the facade and poured chemicals in the pool to destroy the color. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a bizarre turn of events, President Trump announced that Park Police have arrested “multiple individuals” for vandalizing the Reflecting Pool on the National Mall. Among them, a three-time Olympian who says he stopped at the site just to have a look. Trump even named ABC veteran reporter Jonathan Karl of trying to rip the rubber off of the surface of the pool, saying he was caught with his hand in the water, Huh? Trump also claims vandals used a blade to gash the facade and poured chemicals in the pool to destroy the color. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Tim Conway Jr. Show Hour 4 (6.19) Conway kicks off the hour in full FIFA World Cup 2026 mode with the massive free Fan Zone on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. Fans are gathering between 3rd and 4th Streets for supersized screens, food vendors, cultural showcases, and a Capitol backdrop as the U.S. celebrates a huge 2-0 win over Australia to advance to the knockout round — even without Christian Pulisic. Then FIFA Fan Conway tries to buy tickets on SeatGeek, only to have the site think he’s a robot. And the prices are insane: the cheapest seat for USA vs. Turkey is around $2,100, while prime seats in Section C108, Row 22 are going for $5,550 to $8,000. Soccer fever is here, but your wallet may need a stretcher. Later, the one and only Neil Saavedra joins the crew after losing 27 pounds in two weeks following bariatric sleeve surgery. Neil talks about learning to sip, portion control, and eating dime-sized bites while Conway reacts to the whole new world of food discipline. The hour wraps with Neil accidentally getting pulled into World Cup energy, the crew wondering about the average weight of men around the world, and Foosh spending way too much time on the phrase “as the crow flies.” From crow speed to “sparrow fart” measurements, this one goes exactly where you think it will — completely off the rails. Trending Keywords: FIFA World Cup 2026, World Cup Fan Zone, National Mall, USA vs Australia, USA vs Turkey tickets, SeatGeek, Christian Pulisic, Neil Saavedra, bariatric sleeve surgery, weight loss, as the crow flies, soccer fans, Conway Show, funny podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Tim Conway Jr. Show Hour 1 (6.19) Conway kicks off the hour in full World Cup USA mode as the U.S. beats Australia 2-0 and heads to the knockout round. USA! USA! But the celebration gets interrupted by John Kobylt’s Boyle Heights warehouse fire, which reignites after the wind shifts and causes another flare-up. Then the crew heads to Washington, D.C., where World Cup fans packed the National Mall for a massive watch party. Conway also takes on the controversial Nike USA home kit, with fans saying the wavy red and white stripes look more like vintage prison jumpsuits or chain gang uniforms than a World Cup jersey. Later, the hour turns serious with the latest on an armed and dangerous CHP pursuit suspect tied to a double homicide in Pomona. The hour wraps with Conway trying to become a real FIFA fan and buy tickets on SeatGeek — only to have the site think he’s a robot. And the prices are wild: the cheapest ticket to USA vs. Turkey is around $2,100 for the worst seat, while prime seats in section C108, Row 22 are going for $5,550 to $8,000. Soccer fever is here, and so is sticker shock. Trending Keywords: World Cup USA, USA vs Australia, knockout round, FIFA World Cup, National Mall watch party, Nike USA kit, SeatGeek, USA vs Turkey tickets, Boyle Heights warehouse fire, John Kobylt, CHP pursuit, Pomona double homicide, Conway Show, funny podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Donald Trump is now blaming the state of the Reflecting Pool on the National Mall in Washington on vandalism. AP correspondent Donna Warder reports.

Michael Wolff and Joanna Coles examine why Donald Trump's critics believe his biggest defeat isn't the war in Iran but the strange obsession now consuming the White House: remaking Washington into a permanent monument to himself. Drawing on fresh reporting from inside the administration, Wolff reveals why Trump is fixated on ballrooms, arches, the Kennedy Center and the National Mall even as foreign policy, the economy and the midterms hang in the balance. They also break down Trump's escalating feud with Senate Republicans, the political gamble behind a UFC spectacle on the White House lawn, and why his drive for personal legacy could be reshaping his presidency more than any policy victory ever could. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As the Obamas yuck it up with their A-list one-percenter Hollywood friends at Barack's presidential library grand opening, the black contractors hired to build the monstrosity are going into foreclosure because they haven't been paid IN MONTHS. Rob Finnerty and Carl Higbie team up to expose the outlandish fiasco. Who sabotaged the reflecting pool at the Lincoln Memorial? The left goes full "fact check" mode which tells us one thing: Someone DID sabotage Trump's signature National Mall improvement... and we can thank CNN for proving it.

Send us Fan MailThis week on Floc-It Friday, Rudy Stankowitz takes aim at one of the most misunderstood concepts in pool chemistry: pH drift. If you've ever been told that pH "just goes up," Rudy has news for you. Water doesn't drift. Chemistry doesn't shrug. And carbon dioxide may be controlling your pool far more than you've been taught. Before diving into chemistry, Rudy opens with a satirical pool industry news segment covering algae in Washington's Reflecting Pool, Leslie's recent financial improvements, private equity acquisitions, above-ground pool recalls, and the growing obsession with smart pool equipment. Topics CoveredBreaking News from the Pool WorldA tongue-in-cheek look at: Algae growth in the Reflecting Pool near the National Mall  "Operation Green Freedom" and a fictional crop-duster copper sulfate deployment  Leslie's reporting improved sales and customer activity  Ongoing consolidation of pool service companies through private equity acquisitions  Above-ground pool recalls making national headlines  The industry's growing fascination with app-connected heat pumps and automation Why "pH Drift" Is a Bad ExplanationRudy challenges one of the industry's most common phrases.Water does not mysteriously "drift."When pH changes, chemistry is causing it.This episode explains why saying pH drift is often an observation rather than an explanation and why understanding the underlying chemistry matters. The Pool Is BreathingOne of the most important concepts discussed:Your swimming pool is continuously exchanging gases with the atmosphere.Topics include: Gas exchange at the air-water interface  Chemical equilibrium  Carbon dioxide movement  Why pools are dynamic systems rather than static containers of water  How atmospheric chemistry influences water chemistry every second of every day Carbon Dioxide: The Hidden Driver of pH RiseMost pool professionals focus on chlorine, alkalinity, calcium hardness, and acid additions.Rudy explains why carbon dioxide deserves far more attention.Learn about: Carbon dioxide dissolution  Carbonic acid formation  The carbonate buffering system  Why carbon dioxide leaving the water causes pH to rise  The relationship between carbon dioxide, bicarbonate, and carbonate chemistry Eric Knight's Brilliant Cyanurate-Alkalinity ExplanationReferencing the June 3rd episode of Rule Your Pool, Rudy revisits Eric Knight's explanation of why cyanurate alkalinity is treated differently depending on the calculation being performed.Discussion includes: Why cyanurate contributes to total alkalinity  How muriatic acid protonates cyanurate ions  The difference between cyanurate ions and cyanuric acid  Why total alkalinity and carbonate alkalinity are not interchangeable  When to use carbonate alkalinity for LSI calculations  Why total alkalinity is still used for acid demand calculations Does pH Still Matter When CYA Is Present?A detailed review of: The FC/CYA relationship  Hypochlorous acid concentration  The effects of pH on sanitizer strength  Why maintaining the proper chlorine-to-CYA ratio matters  Pathogen kill times at different pH levels  Giardia and leptospira examples demonstrating how pH can still influence disinfection performance Total Alkalinity Is Not a ChemicalOne of the central lessons of the episode:Total alkalinity is a measurement, not a substance.Topics include: Buffering capacity  Acid neutralizing capacity  Carbonate and bicarbonate systems  Why alkalinity gets blamed for everything  The difference between cause and effect in water chemistry Le Chatelier's Principle and Pool ChemistryRudy breaks down one of chemistry's most important concepts into practical pool language.Learn: What happens when equilibrium is disturbed  How the carbonate system responds to carbon dioxide loss  Why hydrogen ion concentration changes  The actual mechanism behind rising pH Why Waterfalls, Spas, Bubblers, and Deck Jets Raise pHIf your backyard resembles a miniature Bellagio, this section is for you.Topics include: Aeration and turbulence  Increased gas exchange  Carbon dioxide stripping  Why decorative water features often accelerate pH rise  Understanding the relationship between aeration and water balance Salt Systems and pH RiseA common misconception is addressed:Salt systems do not create pH.Instead, they create conditions that accelerate carbon dioxide loss.Discussion includes: Hydrogen gas production  Increased turbulence  Gas transfer dynamics  Why salt pools often experience persistent pH rise Acid and Aeration: The Ultimate DemonstrationRudy explains why the classic acid-and-aeration method for lowering total alkalinity proves that carbon dioxide—not alkalinity—is driving pH rise.A practical chemistry lesson every service technician should understand. Key Takeaways pH does not mysteriously drift.  Carbon dioxide is often the real driver of pH rise.  Total alkalinity is a measurement, not a chemical.  Aeration accelerates carbon dioxide loss.  Salt systems indirectly contribute to rising pH by increasing gas exchange.  Understanding equilibrium makes pool chemistry easier to predict.  Once you understand carbon dioxide, many long-standing pool chemistry mysteries disappear. 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America just turned 250, and this week revealed everything about who we are as a nation. Listen as Pastor Stephen Martin and Pastor Nate Brown walk through a remarkable week—celebrations on the National Mall, the world discovering American culture for the first time, and the Supreme Court preparing to hand down some of its most consequential rulings in years.Hear how a biblical worldview cuts through the noise on birthright citizenship, women's sports, religious liberty, the Carmelo Anthony verdict, and the nation's first trillionaire. Along the way, the guys unpack the difference between gratitude and resentment, and why builders and destroyers see the same world so differently.Perfect for your morning commute or workout—real conversations that equip you to think biblically about everything happening around you.You'll Learn✅ Why gratitude draws the heart of God✅ The biblical difference between equity and equality✅ How to fact-check outrage before you share it✅ What's really at stake at the Supreme CourtSubscribe and follow so you never miss an episode—new shows every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7 AM CT.

We're talking about the fallout, so far, a day after DC's earthquake of a mayoral election. We're talking about the reaction from DC's business community, which was petrified about the idea of a socialist winning. And we're talking about the best of Pride, whose parade is this morning. Plus, in a members only fourth segment, between the algae in the Reflecting Pool and the many many closures ahead at DCA, it's a weird time on and above the National Mall. We'll get into what it all means.  Want some more DC news? Then make sure to⁠ sign up⁠ for our morning newsletter City Cast DC. You can text us or leave a voicemail at: ⁠(202) 642-2654⁠. You can⁠ also become a member⁠, with ad-free listening, for as little as $10 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 18th episode: ⁠Folger Shakespeare Library⁠ ⁠DC Department of Behavioral Health⁠ ⁠National Museum of the American Indian⁠ ⁠Alliance Française Washington DC⁠ Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info⁠ HERE⁠.

President Trump arrives at the G7 as his newly signed agreement with Iran begins reopening the Strait of Hormuz and shifts attention toward negotiations over Tehran's nuclear program. The UK moves to ban children under 16 from social media as Prime Minister Keir Starmer vows to take on powerful technology companies over the safety of British children. Three extreme-sports instructors face homicide charges after throwing a 21-year-old woman from a 130-foot bridge without attaching her to the rope designed to catch her. President Trump announces a Fourth of July rally on the National Mall featuring military flyovers, patriotic performances and what he promises will be the largest fireworks show in American history.   Birch Gold: Text MK to 989898 and get a free America 250 silver round with qualifying purchase   SimpliSafe: Visit https://simplisafe.com/MEGYN to claim 50% off any new system! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 16. 2026 - 6am: Trump is at the G7 Summit as major questions remain about the agreement between the U.S. & Iran California Governor Gavin Newsom says he and his wife are being investigated by the DOJ Preview of key Republican primary runoff elections today in Georgia Trump touts the upcoming July 4th event on the National Mall celebrating the country's 250th Anniversary  Arnold Schwarzenegger joins MJ from the Austrian World Summit taking place right now in Vienna     To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Monday, June 15th, 2026 Today, Donald Trump has nominated Epstein coverup lawyer Jay Clayton to be the next Director of National Intelligence; Brad Lander has been found not guilty in a New York City detention center incident; Democrats have blocked a short-term FISA renewal measure; women who fled Iran are to be removed to Africa; Donald has once again canceled plans to attack Iran; the Knicks pulled off the biggest comeback in NBA playoff history to win game 4 of the finals; Donald saw 22 medical specialists during his last checkup; someone drew a huge 8647 in the grass on the National Mall; and Allison and Dana deliver your Good News. Thank You, IQBAR Text DAILYBEANS to 64000 to get 20% off all IQBAR products, plus FREE shipping. Message and data rates may apply.  Thank You, HomeServe For 50% less your first year, go to HomeServe.com/dailybeans. Void in Florida. The Latest Breakdown:Trump DOJ CORNERED by Judge in Jan 6 Cover-Up | The Breakdown Stories Postal Service Seeks to Block Mail Ballots in States Resisting Trump Demands | New York Times Washington Post hit with class action over ‘surveillance pricing' scheme | Courthouse News Service DHS says detained man "violently resisted arrest" and dragged ICE officer outside Baltimore school | CBS News Alabama seeks lethal injection execution for death row inmate after Supreme Court rejects nitrogen gas method | CBS News Bystander shot near White House is Army soldier with ‘severe injuries,' attorney says | NBC4 Washington Kennedy Center says it has fully removed Trump's name from its building | CNN Politics US judge orders halt to Trump administration's 'censorship' of park exhibits | Reuters Knicks win first championship in 53 years, igniting celebrations and chaos in New York City | PBS News Good Trouble SOMA Action →Triumphal Arch - Section 106 Assessment of Effect and Draft Programmatic Agreement →Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance -  Open For Comments →The Forest Service is accepting public comments until June 7th →Form WTAF-8647 →Recall Gov. Jeff Landry - Louisianadeservesbetter.com →STOP the deportation of Mohsen Mahdawi - Action Network →detentionwatchnetwork.org →FieldTeam6.org →Standwithminnesota.com →Tell Congress Ice out Now | Indivisible, Defund ICE | 5Calls →Congress: Divest From ICE and CBP | ACLU →ICE List  →iceout.org Good NewsThe Kennedy Center →Share your Good News & Good Trouble - The Daily Beans →Beans Talk audio -beans-talk.simplecast.com →Email Dana LGBTQ Owned eating establishments in your area - hello@mswmedia.com Subject: “Dana's Project” Subscribe to the MSW YouTube Channel - MSW Media - YouTube Harry Dunn is running for CongressHarry Dunn for Maryland Our Donation Links Blue Wave California - bluewavecalifornia.org/concert Donate to Public Citizen - https://citizen.org/beans/ The Daily Beans is donating $10,000 and invites you to give what you can to support their life-affirming work - Donate to It Gets Better / The Daily Beans Fundraiser Pathways to Citizenship link to MATCH Allison's Donationhttps://crm.bloomerang.co/HostedDonation?ApiKey=pub_86ff5236-dd26-11ec-b5ee-066e3d38bc77&WidgetId=6388736 Join Dana and The Daily Beans in support of Human Rights Campaign http://onecau.se/_ekes71 More Donation LinksNational Security Counselors - Donate, ActBlue.com/donate/msw-bwc, WhistleblowerAid.org/beans Dr. Allison Gill - The Breakdown | Allison Gill, Mueller, She Wrote @muellershewrote.com - Bluesky, MSW & The Daily Beans Podcast @muellershewrote - Instagram, MSW Media - YouTube →Federal workers - email AG at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you're going to do, or just vent. I'm always here to listen.  Dana Goldberg - Dana is on Patreon! At Dana's Dugout, @dgcomedy - Bluesky, @dgcomedy - IG, Dana Goldberg - Facebook,  DanaGoldberg.com More from MSW Media - Shows - MSW Media, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | Allison Gill Reminder - you can see the pod pics if you become a Patron. The good news pics are at the bottom of the show notes of each Patreon episode! That's just one of the perks of subscribing! patreon.com/muellershewrote Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:https://apple.co/3XNx7ckWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?https://patreon.com/thedailybeanshttps://dailybeans.supercast.com/https://apple.co/3UKzKt0 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

McShane and Fitz open a rough week  Trump's massive “UFC Freedom 250” flex on the National Mall, World Cup flopping/acting, and Knicks/Spurs drama with NYC-style rioting. They hit the Karmelo Anthony guilty verdict and torch the rage-bait grift, clickbait, and Jasmine Crockett's tone-deaf spin. Abroad, a Sudanese migrant's attempted beheading of a special-needs man ignites Belfast riots while media blames “far-right agitators.” As a much-needed timeline cleanse, Freddy from Germany cruises across America for the World Cup, losing his mind over Buc-ee's, Bass Pro, Waffle House, gators, and the simple joy of state-to-state freedom. They also cover SpaceX's IPO (Elon as “trillionaire”), AI satellites, a suspicious Medline warehouse fire, Jefe's brutal Armored Bush Cricket farm report, and Tulsi Gabbard claiming 120 US-funded biolabs in 30 countries.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/razor-wire-news--5683729/support.www.razorwirenews.com

Tim, Phil, and Ian are joined by Jeremiah Hicks and Brian Shapiro to discuss police investigation a massive "8647" display, Trump defends inflation, Brian Shapiro argues Trump is unwell, and an anti-Trumper says Tax The Rich.  SUPPORT THE SHOW BUY CAST BREW COFFEE NOW - https://castbrew.com/ GET OUR MERCH - https://merch.timcast.com/ Join - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLwN... Hosts:  Tim @Timcast (everywhere) | https://www.shoutout.fans/timpool Phil @PhilThatRemains (X) | https://allthatremains.komi.io/ Ian @IanCrossland (everywhere) | https://graphene.movie/ Producer: Carter @carterbanks (X) |  @trashhouserecords  (YT) Guest:  Jeremiah Hicks @jeremiah_hicks (IG) Brian Shapiro @TheBrianShapiro (X) Podcast available on all podcast platforms! US National Mall VANDALIZED With 8647 Just Before America 250 | Timcast IRL For advertising inquiries please email sponsorships@rumble.com

Friday, June 12th, 2026 Today, Donald Trump has nominated Epstein coverup lawyer Jay Clayton to be the next Director of National Intelligence; Brad Lander has been found not guilty in a New York City detention center incident; Democrats have blocked a short-term FISA renewal measure; women who fled Iran are to be removed to Africa; Donald has once again canceled plans to attack Iran; the Knicks pulled off the biggest comeback in NBA playoff history to win game 4 of the finals; Donald saw 22 medical specialists during his last checkup; someone drew a huge 8647 in the grass on the National Mall; and Allison and Dana deliver your Good News. Thank You, 3DayBlinds For their buy 1 get 1 50% off deal, head to 3DayBlinds.com/DAILYBEANS. Thank You, WildGrain Get $30 off your first box + free Croissants in every box. Go to Wildgrain.com/DAILYBEANS to start your subscription. 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