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Jeffrey Epstein's legal team spent years working to conceal the worst details of his crimes through aggressive legal maneuvering, intimidation tactics, and highly orchestrated settlements. They used confidentiality agreements and NDAs to silence survivors, pressuring them into signing documents that barred them from speaking publicly or cooperating with investigators. His lawyers also fought relentlessly to seal court records and suppress testimony, framing the allegations as unreliable, sensationalized, or financially motivated. By deploying an army of high-powered attorneys — including well-connected political figures and constitutional scholars — they attempted to create an image of Epstein as a misunderstood philanthropist targeted by opportunists rather than a serial predator.At the same time, Epstein's legal strategy relied heavily on influence and manipulation of the justice system. His lawyers negotiated the infamous 2008 non-prosecution agreement, which not only granted him minimal punishment but also protected unnamed co-conspirators and shut down ongoing federal investigations. They leveraged personal connections, political pressure, and procedural technicalities to steer the case away from public scrutiny, turning what should have been an open examination of a large trafficking network into a secret deal that concealed the scale of the abuse. Ultimately, the tactics his lawyers used to mask his crimes became central to public outrage, exposing a system where wealth and power were weaponized to shield a predator rather than protect his victims.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.
Just nu pågår hårda förhandlingar om de ryska miljarder som finns på frysta konton i väst. Moskva har sagt att vi kommer känna av konsekvenserna för evigt om vi rör pengarna. Lyssna på alla avsnitt i Sveriges Radios app. Nya fredsdiskussioner – och nya bombningarTrycket ökar på att få fram en fredsplan och nästa vecka ska Trump skicka sitt sändebud till Moskva för att träffa Putin. Samtidigt fortsätter bombningarna mot Ukraina, och kostnaderna för att bygga upp landet igen beräknas bli enorma. ”Nästa år kan Ukrainas statsfinanser ta slut. Det är därför det är så stor diskussion nu kring hur man ska få in nytt kapital”, säger Calle Håkansson, forskare vid FOI:s enhet för internationell säkerhetspolitik.Stor oenighet inom EUEtt förslag är att använda den ryska centralbankens pengar som finns på frysta konton i Belgien. ”Vi måste sätta press på Ryssland”, säger EU:s utrikeschef Kaja Kallas. Men frågan är extremt känslig och vissa menar att konsekvenserna skulle bli katastrofala.Programledare:Hanna MalmodinProducent:Olof WijnbladhMedverkande och röster i programmet:Calle Håkansson, forskare FOI internationell säkerhetspolitikKnut Kainz Rognerud, ekonomikommentator Ekot Ulrik Tideström, Sveriges sändebud för återuppbyggnad av UkrainaVidar Gothenby, enhetschef internationella sanktioner och penningtvättstillsyn FITorbjörn Becker, chef östekonomiska institutet HHS Kaja Kallas, EU:s utrikeschef Donald Trump, president USA Bart De Wever, premiärminister Belgien Grant Shapps, fd transportminister i Storbritannien ekonomiekotextra@sverigesradio.se
We've signed NDAs for work… but for a relationship? Absolutely not... well, unless you're one of our Sarahs, because she's signed one and she is in deep! We're diving into festive decorations, your weird food combos, and of course a birthday shoutout to a fabulous husband in Star of the Week!Join us on Patreon for an extra ep every week!! https://www.patreon.com/TheGirlsBathroomWelcome to The Girls Bathroom! We're Sophia & Cinzia, life-long besties who share a YouTube channel. The Girls Bathroom is a place we all know to be full of girl chat and gossip, and the place we often confide in girls we've never even met before! In this podcast we want to help you with your dilemmas, by trying to make sense of these boys wasting our time, the girls trying to make our lives difficult and all the things in between. So come join us for a fun but real chat in the girls bathroom! Disclaimer: we can't promise we'll stay on topic!! Follow us on Instagram: @thegirlsbathroom Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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People scrambling to defend Jeffrey Epstein's enablers are acting like the public demanding accountability is some sort of pitchfork mob obsessed with cancel culture. They're pretending that exposing the people who protected a serial predator is the same thing as ruining someone's career over an old joke or a bad tweet. It's a deliberate distortion—an attempt to blur the line between trivial social punishment and the long-overdue reckoning that comes when power is abused, evidence piles up, and silence is no longer an option. These defenders are confused—maybe intentionally—because they know admitting the truth means admitting years of complicity, negligence, and willful blindness.What's happening now isn't vindictive. It isn't impulsive. It isn't moral grandstanding. It's consequence culture—the natural outcome when survivors fight for justice, evidence resurfaces, and institutions can no longer bury the truth under NDAs, sealed records, and PR cleanup squads. Consequences are not the same as cancellation. Consequences are what happen when people who held power used it to protect a predator, silence victims, and keep a criminal empire running. If you're terrified that facing scrutiny equals cancellation, maybe that says more about what you've been hiding than anything else.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.com
Gretchen Carlson and Julie Roginsky know the importance of using their voices to make a positive impact. Former Fox News employees who experienced sexual harassment, they have since dedicated themselves to advocating for change. In 2019, they founded Lift Our Voices, a nonprofit organization focused on ending the use of NDAs and forced arbitration in cases of workplace harassment, discrimination, and abuse. Through Lift Our Voices, Gretchen and Julie have helped pass two federal laws that protect victims of workplace sexual assault and harassment–and these victories are just the beginning. In this episode of Claim Your Confidence, we talk about their remarkable careers, what you need to know about NDAs and forced arbitration, and how Lift Our Voices is changing things for the better. Join us as we discuss:Gretchen and Julie's early careers, how they both came to work at Fox News, and the “just do it” mentality that helped them find confidenceHow their personal experiences with NDAs inspired them to change the systemEmbracing uncertainty while claiming your confidence meeting the moment in spite of fearHow Gretchen and Julie came together to found Lift Our Voices and their mission to make workplaces safer for everyoneLOV's federal legislative victories and what Gretchen and Julie plan to tackle nextFind Gretchen:liftourvoices.orggretchencarlson.comIG: @gretchencarlsonX: @GretchenCarlsonTikTok: @thegretchencarlsonFacebook: @GretchenCarlsonLinkedIn: Gretchen CarlsonFind Julie:liftourvoices.orgIG: @julieroginskyX: @julieroginskySubstack: @saltypoliticsLinkedIn: Julie RoginskyFollow Lydia:www.lydiafenet.comIG: @lydiafenetLinkedIn: Lydia FenetQuestions or comments, we'd love to hear from you...send us a text!Record a question here so we can answer it on the next episode of Claim Your Confidence.To stay up to date with Claim Your Confidence and get all the behind-the-scenes content, follow us on Instagram and on YouTube.If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple or Spotify or where ever you get your podcasts.Recorded at The Newsstand Studios at Rockefeller Center.Thank you for listening.
People scrambling to defend Jeffrey Epstein's enablers are acting like the public demanding accountability is some sort of pitchfork mob obsessed with cancel culture. They're pretending that exposing the people who protected a serial predator is the same thing as ruining someone's career over an old joke or a bad tweet. It's a deliberate distortion—an attempt to blur the line between trivial social punishment and the long-overdue reckoning that comes when power is abused, evidence piles up, and silence is no longer an option. These defenders are confused—maybe intentionally—because they know admitting the truth means admitting years of complicity, negligence, and willful blindness.What's happening now isn't vindictive. It isn't impulsive. It isn't moral grandstanding. It's consequence culture—the natural outcome when survivors fight for justice, evidence resurfaces, and institutions can no longer bury the truth under NDAs, sealed records, and PR cleanup squads. Consequences are not the same as cancellation. Consequences are what happen when people who held power used it to protect a predator, silence victims, and keep a criminal empire running. If you're terrified that facing scrutiny equals cancellation, maybe that says more about what you've been hiding than anything else.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.
People scrambling to defend Jeffrey Epstein's enablers are acting like the public demanding accountability is some sort of pitchfork mob obsessed with cancel culture. They're pretending that exposing the people who protected a serial predator is the same thing as ruining someone's career over an old joke or a bad tweet. It's a deliberate distortion—an attempt to blur the line between trivial social punishment and the long-overdue reckoning that comes when power is abused, evidence piles up, and silence is no longer an option. These defenders are confused—maybe intentionally—because they know admitting the truth means admitting years of complicity, negligence, and willful blindness.What's happening now isn't vindictive. It isn't impulsive. It isn't moral grandstanding. It's consequence culture—the natural outcome when survivors fight for justice, evidence resurfaces, and institutions can no longer bury the truth under NDAs, sealed records, and PR cleanup squads. Consequences are not the same as cancellation. Consequences are what happen when people who held power used it to protect a predator, silence victims, and keep a criminal empire running. If you're terrified that facing scrutiny equals cancellation, maybe that says more about what you've been hiding than anything else.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.
ATL, are you ready for what's about to happen in June 2026?In this episode, Deanna breaks down the massive economic wave coming to Atlanta as the FIFA World Cup lands at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, and why entrepreneurs, creators, and small business owners need to prepare right now.After hearing a powerful clip from Aristotle Investments discussing hedge funds, tourism redesign, and the future of downtown ATL, Deanna digs into the real numbers:
This Day in Legal History: Lee Harvey Oswald ShotOn November 24, 1963, two days after President John F. Kennedy's assassination, the nation watched in shock as Lee Harvey Oswald—the alleged assassin—was gunned down on live television. The shooter, Dallas nightclub owner Jack Ruby, entered the basement of the Dallas police headquarters and fatally shot Oswald as he was being transferred to the county jail. The killing unfolded in front of journalists, cameras, and law enforcement, searing itself into the American consciousness and further fueling public distrust in official accounts of the assassination.Though Ruby claimed his act was motivated by grief and a desire to spare Jacqueline Kennedy the ordeal of a trial, his actions raised immediate concerns about the adequacy of security in high-profile cases. Oswald's death eliminated any opportunity for a public trial, which would have offered a transparent legal accounting of the events in Dallas. Ruby was later convicted of murder, though his conviction was overturned on appeal before he died of cancer in 1967.The legal ramifications of Oswald's televised murder were broad and lasting. It led to reforms in detainee protection, prompted scrutiny over media access in sensitive law enforcement operations, and spotlighted the vulnerability of chain of custody and judicial process in emotionally charged cases. The event also highlighted the need for careful separation between law enforcement procedures and the media spectacle surrounding them. Ruby's case prompted legal scholars to revisit the balance between a defendant's right to a fair trial and the public's right to observe proceedings.This legal flashpoint helped set the stage for subsequent debates about pretrial publicity, venue changes, and judicial instructions to mitigate media influence on juries. It also foreshadowed a new era where courtroom access and high-profile criminal justice collided in an age of mass media.The U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit will hear arguments in a press freedom case between the Associated Press (AP) and President Donald Trump's administration. The case centers on whether the White House violated constitutional protections by restricting AP's access to presidential events after the agency refused to adopt Trump's preferred term “Gulf of America” instead of the long-recognized “Gulf of Mexico.”In April, a federal judge—appointed by Trump—granted a preliminary injunction in AP's favor, requiring the administration to restore the agency's full access. However, the appeals court later paused that ruling while it considers the government's challenge. The Trump administration argues that news organizations do not have a constitutional right to “special access” to areas like the Oval Office.AP's lawsuit, filed in February, claims the restrictions are retaliatory and violate the First and Fifth Amendments. The case has drawn attention for its potential implications beyond journalism, touching on the broader question of whether the government can punish speech that conflicts with its messaging. The administration has defended its actions as part of a general press policy rather than targeted retaliation.The conflict escalated after Trump signed an executive order to rename the Gulf, which AP chose not to adopt due to its editorial standards. The White House then limited the agency's access and removed AP and Reuters from the regular press pool. AP has framed the case as critical to preventing government coercion of the press.US appeals court to rule if Trump can ban AP from Oval Office | ReutersNewly unsealed court filings allege that Meta Platforms shut down internal research after discovering evidence that Facebook use caused measurable harm to users' mental health. In a 2020 internal study, dubbed “Project Mercury,” Meta partnered with Nielsen to examine the effects of Facebook deactivation. Users who left the platform for a week reported lower levels of depression, anxiety, loneliness, and social comparison—results the company allegedly found troubling enough to halt further study and dismiss as tainted by public bias.Despite internal acknowledgment that the findings were valid, Meta did not publish the results and later told Congress it could not quantify harm from its products. The lawsuit—filed by U.S. school districts against Meta, TikTok, Snapchat, and Google—claims the platforms concealed known risks from users, parents, and educators. Plaintiffs also allege that Meta's safety features were deliberately underdeveloped, and that high thresholds for user removal allowed exploitative behavior to persist unchecked.Among the more serious accusations: Meta allegedly deprioritized child safety concerns in favor of platform growth, suppressed internal safety testing, and allowed human trafficking accounts to remain active until repeated violations were flagged—up to 17 times. Plaintiffs say Meta and other companies also tried to buy favorable public positioning by sponsoring child advocacy groups, such as TikTok's internal brag about its influence over the National PTA.Meta has denied the allegations, calling them misleading and based on selective quotes. The company says it has robust teen safety measures and that accounts involved in trafficking are now removed upon first report. A hearing on the matter is scheduled for January in federal court.Meta buried ‘causal' evidence of social media harm, US court filings allege | ReutersThe Trump administration is moving forward with plans to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education and relocate its functions across six other federal agencies, including Labor and Health and Human Services. According to multiple sources familiar with the effort, senior officials and department directors have been required to sign non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), an uncommon move for a civilian agency without a national security mandate. These agreements are reportedly being used to limit information sharing as the reorganization proceeds behind closed doors.Education Secretary Linda McMahon announced the restructuring this week, framing it as a way to “end federal micromanagement” while still supporting education through other agencies. Some staff have already transitioned to new posts, and more are expected to relocate by January. However, specifics on the timeline and scope of the overhaul remain vague, even to congressional oversight committees and education advocates.Critics argue the administration is sidelining Congress and the public in what they call an opaque and potentially destabilizing shift. Senator Patty Murray called the effort “sabotage,” citing the lack of transparency and collaboration. Meanwhile, McMahon has reportedly met with lawmakers and urged Congress to formalize the changes through legislation, though no formal bill has yet been introduced.US Education Department requiring non-disclosure agreements in Trump reorganization, sources say | ReutersIn a deep-dive investigation, FOIAball uncovered how UCLA Athletics appears to have routed large sums of money intended for football player NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) deals through a tax-exempt charity—Shelter 37, run by the co-founder of the school's official NIL collective, Bruins for Life. This maneuver may have allowed donors to receive tax deductions for contributions that ultimately compensated athletes, despite recent IRS rulings stating such collectives do not qualify for charitable status.Emails obtained through public records show that UCLA development staff actively coached donors to send checks to Shelter 37 while explicitly designating those funds for Bruins for Life, the school's NIL program. These emails often discussed timing, amounts, and communication with the charity's leadership to ensure the money was redirected as intended. In several cases, UCLA staff reassured donors that contributions through donor-advised funds (DAFs)—normally restricted from supporting private benefit—could be routed to Shelter 37 and still benefit athletes.After the IRS began denying charitable status to NIL collectives in 2023 due to private benefit concerns, most programs shifted to non-deductible donations. But UCLA's workaround relied on Shelter 37's 501(c)(3) status to continue offering donors deductions, despite Shelter 37's own filings showing the vast majority of its funds in 2024—$3.6 million of $4.8 million—were raised for UCLA football NIL purposes. By contrast, it spent only $200 on scholarships for at-risk youth, its purported mission.Legal experts, including yours truly, told FOIAball that this could constitute fraudulent behavior, noting that charities must exercise control over their funds and serve the public interest—not act as pass-throughs for private benefit. UCLA officials, when asked for comment, did not address the specifics. Meanwhile, Shelter 37's president denied improper coordination but acknowledged the charity paid players to appear at events, an arrangement experts say still violates nonprofit law if the real intent is athlete compensation.How UCLA used a friendly charity to get tax-free NIL money This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe
A Note from James:Are UFOs real or not? For 80 years there have been credible whistleblowers saying the government recovered craft—and even bodies. That's why I wanted Kent Heckenlively on, the author of Catastrophic Disclosure: The Deep State, Aliens, and the Truth. I'm not here to decide for you. I want to hear the best evidence, ask the obvious questions, and have you help me figure out if we actually got closer to the truth. Let's find out together. Episode Description:n this episode, James sits down with Kent Heckenlively—attorney, journalist, and coauthor of Catastrophic Disclosure: The Deep State, Aliens, and the Truth—to stress-test the most serious UFO claims on the table right now. Kent argues that humanity is on the brink of a “catastrophic disclosure” moment where long-hidden crash retrieval programs, nonhuman technology, and even bodies will be forced into the open. James plays the role he knows best: friendly skeptic who wants receipts, definitions, and clear thinking.Together they walk through recent congressional hearings, whistleblower testimony, the Yemen orb video, and those strange Peruvian mummies that look either like a bad hoax… or like something we truly don't understand. They talk about how many people would have to keep secrets for decades, why the best deceptions are mostly true, and how scientific projects like Colossal Biosciences' “de-extincted” dire wolves show both the promise and the hype of cutting-edge genetics. The result isn't a verdict on whether aliens are visiting us. It's a framework. James and Kent map out a way to think about uncertainty, spin, and incentives—whether you're trying to decide what you believe about UFOs, pandemics, financial crises, or any other story where the truth lives behind NDAs, classified briefings, and very human motives.What You'll Learn:James's 85/15 rule for extraordinary claims—stay open without getting swept up. What makes the pilot/whistleblower testimony compelling—and what still doesn't add up.How definitions and bureaucracy shape the narrative (e.g., how agencies say “not alien” without proving “explained”). A quick due-diligence checklist for wild stories (videos, “mummies,” pressers): provenance, incentives, cross-discipline sanity checks. Why institutional spin and media incentives matter—and how to discount them without becoming cynical. Timestamped Chapters:[00:00] Cold Open — “If big institutions lie once, what else are they hiding?” [02:00] Kent's stance: 85% “probably real,” 15% “maybe psyop—or brain glitches” [03:00] A Note from James — from skeptic to curious agnostic [04:16] Campfire confessions: trusted friends and the triangle in the Texas sky [06:29] From CIA exposes to UFOs: why this book took two years [07:00] 2023 hearings and “catastrophic disclosure” (vs. “controlled disclosure”) [10:06] Who is David Grusch? Why his language puzzles lawyers and persuades believers [12:32] Congress vs. intel: Burchett, Luna, oversight, and stonewalls [13:50] 25 investigations and a “mushroom cloud” excuse—when reports insult your intelligence [16:06] Firsthand witnesses: Dylan Borland and triangle craft near a NASA hangar [19:15] The hair-split: “real programs, correct personnel—just not alien” [23:30] Definition games: why “not alien” can still leave you with anomalies [25:06] Peru's three-fingered “mummies”: scans, DNA claims, and what science would need next [30:43] Where the bodies are (allegedly) stored; who's gotten access [33:42] Genetics sanity check: bananas, chimps, and why 70% similarity is strange here [34:05] Secrets and scale: could thousands keep quiet for 80 years? Greer's 700 accounts [39:55] Before Sputnik: “vanishing stars” and odd plates in old sky surveys [42:53] NDAs, treason clauses, and why real whistleblowers are scared [44:25] James's middle path: optimistic skeptic, not a cynic [48:28] The “Yemen orb” footage: multiple sensors, a Hellfire, and unanswered physics [50:30] Contact across a tech gap: Aztecs, galleons, and cell phones in 1025 AD [52:22] Nukes, Trinity, and why someone might be watching our arsenals [53:29] Quantum wormholes or “witches' spells”? The story vs. the proof [55:27] Living with real unknowns and resisting team-sports thinking [55:59] Lightning round: the 100,000-year alien road-trip question Additional Resources:Guest & BookCatastrophic Disclosure: The Deep State, Aliens, and the Truth — Amazon listing. AmazonKent Heckenlively author page (Amazon). AmazonHearings, Pilots & WhistleblowersCmdr. David Fravor's written statement to House Oversight (Tic-Tac). House Oversight CommitteeRyan Graves — testimony & org. Congress.govHouse UAP proceedings (hearing materials hub). Congress.govNew Footage ReferencedCBS News recap of Rep. Eric Burlison presenting the “Yemen orb” video. CBS NewsProjects & People MentionedDr. Steven Greer — Disclosure Project site. Dr. Steven GreerVASCO Project (Vanishing & Appearing Sources). Vasco ProjectColossal Biosciences — Dire-wolf project (and scientific explainer). ColossalSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Clay spent the entire first hour of Episode #1105 tearing into the newly unsealed Jeffrey Epstein court files with the kind of no-filter commentary that only he delivers. Bottom line: there never was and never will be a magical “client list.” The real blackmail material is locked away in intelligence-agency vaults, buried in boxes inside boxes, and no one from Congress to the President himself will ever get the keys, because that leverage is still far too valuable. What was just released is a batch of documents Epstein's estate quietly handed to Democrats years ago, files they sat on for over a decade because they make their own side look horrific while barely touching Republicans. Clay's prediction is blunt: this isn't about nailing Trump (Trump was the original whistleblower two-and-a-half decades ago, which is exactly why Epstein and his handlers despised him and fed dirt to Democrat operatives). Instead, it's the younger Democrat guard—AOC, Ro Khanna, and that whole crowd—finally shoving the compromised old guard (Bill Clinton, the former Harvard president, and a laundry list of others) off the ship so they can take the wheel. It's a Democrat civil war playing out in slow motion. He hammered the hypocrisy hard: the same people now screaming “justice for the victims” had total control of the government during both Obama terms and the Biden “third Obama term” and did absolutely nothing while Epstein operated in plain sight. Every single victim is in their mid-40s now, cashed massive settlement checks, signed iron-clad NDAs, and could name names tomorrow if they actually wanted “justice” more than money; they don't. Clay wrapped it up with a stone-cold reality check: Democrats had zero sacred cows when it came to smearing Trump, even if that meant openly colluding with a convicted pedophile in 2019. The release is pure political theater designed to burn aging Democrat power brokers while the new guard consolidates control. Trump walks away looking cleaner than ever, and the real files stay buried forever. Raw, unapologetic, and vintage Clay.
In a fiery, no-holds-barred episode, Clay dives headfirst into two of the biggest stories dominating the headlines: The freshly released Jeffrey Epstein court files and what (if anything) they actually mean. Clay pulls no punches: there is no mythical “client list” coming, the intelligence agencies will never surrender the real blackmail files, and the only people who end up looking worse are Democrats who sat on these documents for years while screaming about “protecting the victims.” He predicts this is less about exposing Trump (that's never happening) and more about the younger guard in the Democratic Party quietly throwing their aging, compromised old guard under the bus. Expect a lot of Clinton-era names to take the fall while the AOC wing cheers it on. Rankin County Sheriff's Department vs. The New York Times / Mississippi Today. Clay obtained and posted the full, unedited videos of the late inmate Larry Buckhalter that the NYT is preparing to blast as “mockery and abuse” in an upcoming hit piece. After showing all three clips in their entirety, Clay gives his unfiltered take: Larry was a frequent-flier crack addict who celebrated birthdays and milestones inside the jail, had genuine affection for certain staff, and voluntarily put on the shock vest for a Coke. Yes, it looks wild. No, it's not the horrific torture the legacy media wants you to believe. Context matters, and Clay lays it all out, side-by-side with the sheriff's department's official response. As always, phones and text lines blew up with callers and texters weighing in on Epstein, Democrat hypocrisy, the limits of “justice” for victims who took massive payouts and NDAs, and whether a drug-ravaged frequent inmate knowingly horsing around with deputies is the scandal the New York Times desperately wants it to be. Unscripted. Uncensored. Zero apologies. This is peak Clay Edwards Show: two hours of blunt commentary, viral video breakdowns, and middle-finger energy to the corporate press. If you like your talk radio raw, unfiltered, and willing to say what everyone else is afraid to say… Episode #1105 is one for the archives.
¿Se pueden proteger las mecánicas de un juego de mesa? ¿Qué pasa si una editorial “toma prestado” tu prototipo o si una comunidad mantiene vivo un juego descatalogado?En este monográfico de Vis Lúdica, Arribas charla con Violeta Arnaiz, abogada especializada en derechos de autor y propiedad intelectual en PONS IP, sobre cómo funciona realmente la protección legal en los juegos de mesa.Hablamos de ejemplos reales del sector (Dominion, Magic, Catán, Knizia, Wallace…), de las diferencias entre propiedad intelectual y patentes, y de por qué la famosa distinción entre “yema” (la idea) y “clara” (arte, reglamento, marca, etc.) es clave para entender qué se puede registrar y qué no.Además, entramos en temas muy prácticos para autores y editoriales:Qué partes de un juego se pueden proteger (ilustraciones, reglamento, marca…) y cuáles no (ideas, mecánicas en abstracto).Cómo funcionan los contratos de edición, las cláusulas de reversión de derechos y los problemas típicos que han tenido autores conocidos.El papel de los acuerdos de confidencialidad (NDAs) cuando compartes prototipos con editoriales u otros autores.Comunidades, fanmade y módulos en Tabletop Simulator / Vassal: cuándo ayudan a la marca y cuándo chocan con los derechos legales.Qué pasa si usas inteligencia artificial para crear ilustraciones o componentes del juego y cómo afecta eso a la protección de tu obra.Cerramos con una serie de consejos claros para autores y editoriales sobre cómo proteger sus juegos desde el primer momento: contratos, marcas, registros y buenas prácticas para evitar sustos más adelante.Si eres autor, editas juegos o simplemente te interesa entender el lado legal del hobby, este episodio te va a resultar especialmente útil.
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Welcome back, cinephiles and perverts, and welcome to Season Two of Sex in the Cinema!!! To kick off Season Two, Torie is joined by Angelenos and expert hate-watchers Chelsey Morin and Thien-Y Hoang to demolish the cultural phenomenon that was the 50 Shades of Grey trilogy. From its humble beginnings in a Twilight fanfiction forum, to the published printed page, all the way to the silver screen, this gross disservice to the kink community turned on the world. For SITC's Season Two Premiere, we're tackling the first installment of the trilogy, 50 SHADES OF GREY. Released in 2015 and directed by Sam Taylor-Johnson (wife of Aaron Taylor-Johnson, mind you), this film launched the careers of usually good actors Dakota Johnson and Jaimie Dornan. Mousy brunette super-virgin Anastasia Steele's simple life turns upside down when she meets sexy billionaire (and apparent Never Nude), Christian Grey. Anastasia soon finds out Christian doesn't do relationships, but he does enjoy “various physical pursuits.” Namely, kidnapping women and coercing them into dom/sub relationships of very questionable ethics. What ensues is two hours of sociopathic behavior, painful lack of chemistry, horrifically awful dialogue, NDAs and contracts, too many needle drops, countless glasses of unconsumed white wine, mostly vanilla sex, an apparent proclivity for Hollister men's jeans, a dusting of taboo slap & tickle, one impressive den of iniquity set, and wayyyyyy too many red flags. So bust out those handcuffs and settle in for the long haul because, in the words of Christian Grey, there's “no escaping now…”
Recently, Trezor unveiled the Safe 7: the first hardware wallet in the world to include the Tropic Square verifiable secure element chip, a true game-changer for Bitcoin security. In this episode, Matej Zak & Tomáš Sušánka explain how it works. Buy your Trezor Safe 7 (referral link): https://affil.trezor.io/SHuM Time stamps: 00:01:13 - Introduction to the podcast episode and guests (Matej Zak, CEO, and Tomáš Sušánka, CTO of Trezor). 00:01:34 - Discussion of the Trezor Safe 7 product launch event in Prague and the host's excitement about the Tropic Square chip. 00:01:55 - Mention of the live unboxing and potential for things to go wrong. 00:02:17 - Addressing rumors about paying influencers; clarification that no payments were made, only travel costs covered. 00:03:11 - Start of unboxing the Trezor Safe 7, focusing on packaging security and tamper-proof elements. 00:04:31 - Overview of Trezor Safe 7 features: flagship product, auditable secure element, large color touchscreen, premium build quality, Bluetooth connectivity, and quantum protections. 00:07:20 - Explanation of "quantum ready" label: Post-quantum signatures for bootloader updates and device authenticity, not full quantum-proofing for Bitcoin. 00:09:00 - Deeper dive into quantum readiness, industry trends (e.g., Cloudflare, Apple), and why it's not a gimmick. 00:12:51 - Continuation of unboxing: Tamper-proof seals, holographic stickers, and physical security layers. 00:14:18 - Confirmation that devices ship without firmware; installation happens via Trezor Suite for added security. 00:15:26 - Setup process on iPhone: Downloading the app, Bluetooth pairing, and why iPhone compatibility was prioritized. 00:16:10 - Market insights: US as the biggest market, challenges with Apple (MFi program), and opting for Bluetooth over cables. 00:18:30 - Ads segment (Sideshift.ai, Layer 2 Labs, NoOnes.com, news.bitcoin.com). 00:20:13 - Resuming app setup: Privacy options, biometrics, Bluetooth permissions, and pairing code. 00:21:42 - Counting physical security layers (five in total) and their purpose. 00:23:07 - Authenticity checks in the app: Confirming purchase source, seals, and packaging integrity. 00:24:09 - Firmware installation process and confirmation that devices ship with only bootloader. 00:25:05 - Discussion of dual secure elements (Tropic Square T01 and Infineon Optiga Trust M) for enhanced security. 00:26:01 - Bluetooth security: End-to-end encryption using Noise protocol. 00:27:04 - Haptic feedback and one-time code for pairing confirmation. 00:28:00 - Device authenticity verification via secure elements. 00:29:39 - More on quantum readiness: Post-quantum certificates for future implementation. 00:30:23 - Tutorial walkthrough: Power button, menu options, and Tropic Square chip explanation. 00:30:59 - Background on Tropic Square: Origin story, name meaning (Truly Open IC), and founding to create auditable secure elements. 00:32:06 - Experience with proprietary secure elements: Discovering vulnerabilities under NDA and deciding to develop an open alternative. 00:34:25 - Why Tropic Square chip is described as "auditable and transparent" rather than fully "open source" (digital parts open, analog parts not yet due to costs; no NDAs required). 00:37:18 - Advantages of Tropic Square for competitors: Better security, transparency, and ability to discuss vulnerabilities openly. 00:38:46 - Competition philosophy: Focus on features, software, third-party integrations, and innovation rather than aggressive tactics. 00:40:29 - Bitcoin-only version mention and pre-order availability. 00:41:26 - Completion of setup tutorial; default 20-word SLIP-39 backup with options for multi-share. 00:43:41 - Metrics for setup experience: Emphasis on user understanding over speed. 00:45:32 - Compatibility with BIP-44 for multi-asset support; differences limited to SLIP-39 replacing BIP-39. 00:47:09 - Status as production-quality device; shipping soon, with room for early feedback. 00:49:19 - Audience questions: Ordering in Southeast Asia (via trezor.io or vetted resellers). 00:50:35 - Audience questions: Coin control in mobile app (planned for parity with desktop in a few months). 00:51:29 - Audience questions: Shielded Zcash support (on backlog, no ETA; space issues resolved but requires further cryptography work). 00:53:18 - Pricing ($250) and pre-order info. 00:53:43 - Closing remarks: Pride in the product, future features, and thanks.
Cristina Gomez gives all the details on a handful of breaking UFO news stories, including Government astrophysicist Dr. Eric Davis revealing he is ready to testify about classified alien crash retrieval programs, reverse engineering operations, and non-human intelligence if President Trump issues one executive order voiding his NDAs, while Pentagon insider Dr. James Lacatski confirms recovered craft with no wings or engines, and coordinated drone swarms target NATO nuclear bases across Europe with technology we cannot stop.To see the VIDEO of this episode, click or copy link - https://youtu.be/W0aS0rE2k4EVisit my website with International UFO News, Articles, Videos, and Podcast direct links -www.ufonews.co00:00 - Trump Can End The UFO Cover-Up02:16 - Davis Ready To Testify about UFOs03:14 - Breaking Security Clearances06:46 - Pentagon's Secret UFO Database09:01 - Europe Under Mystery Drone SiegeBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/strange-and-unexplained--5235662/support.
In this Episode, Diplo breaks the internet and possibly a few NDAs after casually revealing he dated both Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau. Spendapalooza 2025: The New Liberal Budget is revealed! Carney Apologizes to Trump. It Wasn't Me: Kamala's Blame Tour continues! This Episode is Sponsored By: www.lesdeliceslafrenaie.com Montreal's Best Bakery/Pastry Shop with 7 locations! IG: @deliceslafrenaie @lafrenaiebrossard @lafrenaiemagog @lafrenaiemontrealouest www.playground.ca IG: @playgroundyul @playgroundpoker Playground is Canada's premier gaming and entertainment destination with over 1100 gaming machines, 65 poker tables, and three restaurants. Fans Choice: Voted- Best Poker Room in the world! The Drive By® Podcast is Brought to you by: www.ownspace.com *the views and opinions expressed on this podcast are of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of paid sponsors. The Drive By-Music-Intro/Extro https://open.spotify.com/track/2tAF0OfAhHdY76D9yCZ0T7?si=12de8dcd0d904211
Jeffrey Epstein's network went far beyond trafficking and exploitation—it also included a sophisticated campaign to discredit, intimidate, and obstruct those investigating him. From the mid-2000s through 2019, Epstein and his lawyers waged a relentless public relations and legal offensive designed to undermine victims, stall prosecutors, and silence the press. Court documents and leaked communications reveal that Epstein's inner circle—including Ghislaine Maxwell and his attorneys at firms like Black, Srebnick, Kornspan & Stumpf—used intimidation tactics, private investigators, and smear campaigns to paint accusers as liars or gold diggers. In one series of emails revealed by Bloomberg, Maxwell and Epstein discussed deploying damaging personal rumors to discredit accusers as “unstable” or “untrustworthy,” while threatening defamation suits against media outlets that covered the story. This coordinated effort to manipulate public perception was part of a larger strategy to delegitimize investigations, protect powerful allies, and preserve his social status within elite circles.Epstein also relied on legal obstruction and financial manipulation to blunt scrutiny. He deployed non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), secret settlements, and strategic donations to law enforcement-connected charities to curry favor. Defense teams repeatedly sought to seal or suppress evidence, arguing that revealing details would “prejudice ongoing investigations.” In some cases, Epstein's team even hired former intelligence and law enforcement officials to monitor reporters and intimidate witnesses. His influence extended into the judicial system through his now-infamous 2008 non-prosecution agreement, which effectively shut down a federal probe and silenced dozens of victims. Even after his death, the DOJ and courts have continued to restrict access to key records, citing privacy or “ongoing investigations”—a fact many observers see as a continuation of Epstein's disinformation playbook, protecting those who benefited from his silence.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.
Inläst: Vid midsommar var bemanningsläget ”stabilt” för ambulanserna i Stockholm. En månad senare rapporterades om nödläge och en förare fick nog. Resultatet: en politisk storm som fortsatt långt in på hösten.
CannCon and Chris Paul bring a Halloween mix of humor, outrage, and deep insight in this packed episode of Badlands Daily. From Trump handing out full-size candy bars at the White House to the absurdity of “clean CR” politics, the hosts tear into Congress's endless continuing resolutions and the growing chaos of the government shutdown. They dive into the SNAP benefits crisis, exposing the fraud, obesity, and dependency it fuels, then spotlight how everyday Americans and churches, not the government, are stepping up to feed their neighbors. CannCon and Chris also unpack the DOJ's new probe into BLM, the homelessness industry's corruption, California's billion-dollar Capitol project shrouded in NDAs, and Trump's call for “equal basis” nuclear testing. With sharp humor, righteous anger, and real talk, they connect the dots between broken systems, media manipulation, and Trump's long game for American sovereignty.
A website claims the Palace is sketching contingency plans in case of a Sussex split, with talk of a structured settlement and tight NDAs — a claim our Royal Insider pushes back on by stressing Harry's determination to keep his family together.Commentators suggest Meghan's enthusiasm for her lifestyle venture has cooled after a downgraded Netflix deal; others warn Andrew's saga risks pulling down the late Queen's reputation. Theologians ponder whether a less religious William could reshape the monarchy's purpose even after Charles's successful Rome visit. For lighter fare, William and Catherine's apple-bread banter in Northern Ireland charmed crowds, and Earthshot heads to Rio on Nov 5 with Kylie Minogue, Shawn Mendes, Gilberto Gil, and more — “the greatest Earthshot yet.”Hear our new show "Crown and Controversy: Prince Andrew" here.Check out "Palace Intrigue Presents: King WIlliam" here.
Today we dig into the hard truths of small-business innovation in defense: most startups won't sell end items—they'll be 1st– or 2nd-tier subs whose tech is embedded in a prime's system. We unpack why founders fear losing IP to primes (and why we need better mechanisms than today's SBIR handoffs), where OCONUS opportunities really exist (think F-35 supply-chain niches and vetted foreign subsidiaries—limited but real), and why talent acquisition is make-or-break. Bottom line: protect your IP, read every teaming/NDA, know when aviation or cleared work changes your risk—and recruit serious S&E horsepower if you want to matter. Key Takeaways: IP first. Most small firms will be subs; use defensible NDAs/teaming terms and SBIR data-rights to avoid handing your crown jewels to primes. OCONUS is niche. Foreign buys happen (e.g., F-35 components), but protectionist policies mean smaller budgets and tougher entry—win with differentiated tech. Talent is strategy. Deep science & engineering capability (think Caltech/MIT-level rigor) remains the decisive edge for modernization programs. Know more about the Bootcamp: https://govcongiants.org/bootcamp Learn more: https://federalhelpcenter.com/ https://govcongiants.org/
Wednesday, October 29th, 2025Today, two Illinois National Guard members speak out against their deployment; lawyers allege a coverup after the shooting of an unarmed black man by a federal officer in DC; turbulence caused by Hurricane Melissa forced NOAA to abort a flight into the eye of the strom as it makes landfall in Jamaica as a cat 5; Trump cuts hindered warnings for the Alaska storm that displaced hundreds; US military officials have been ordered to sign non disclosure agreements over the deployment to South America; Democratic states sue over Trump's suspension of SNAP benefits; and Allison and Dana deliver your Good News.Thank You, Helix20% Off Sitewide, when you go to HelixSleep.com/dailybeansThank You, Mint MobileMake the switch! MINTMOBILE.com/DAILYBEANS The Martin Sheen Podcast - MSW MediaStoriesTurbulence Caused by Melissa Forces NOAA to Abort Flight Into Eye of Storm | The New York TimesTrump cuts probably hindered warning process for Alaska storm that displaced hundreds, experts say | The GuardianA D.C. task force shot at a driver. It's not in the police report. | The Washington PostExclusive: US military officials required to sign NDAs tied to Latin America mission, sources say | ReutersU.S. Military Kills 14 More People Accused of Smuggling Drugs on Boats | The New York Times2 Illinois National Guard members speak out: "I won't turn against my neighbors" | CBS NewsStates sue over Trump administration suspending food benefits during shutdown | ReutersGood TroubleThe Visibility Brigade:“The Visibility Brigade movement was born in 2020 on an overpass in Paramus, NJ out of a frustration due to the lack of physical messaging in the real world about the existential crisis that we face as a nation. 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Legality of Sinking Vessels and Mandatory NDAs for Pentagon Officials in Latin America Jeff McCausland John Batchelor and Colonel Jeff McCausland discuss the odd requirement for Pentagon officials serving in the Latin American responsibility (SOUTHCOM) to sign non-disclosure agreements. McCausland argues that ordering pilots to sink vessels and kill civilians involved in drug smuggling, without congressional authorization, is illegal and violates the basic ethical and legal contract the US government has with its military.
This week on the RV Podcast: Liz Amazing on RV Defects and the Fight for Consumer Rights We interview Liz Amazing, who has one mission, protect RV owners and hold the industry accountable, no excuses, no hiding, she exposes it all. While the government has closed, the National Parks have mostly stayed open…but at a growing cost Why you do NOT want to cancel your RV insurance while the rig is in storage for the winter All this plus the RV News of the Week and your questions coming up in Episode #570 of the RV Podcast You can watch the video version from our RV Lifestyle YouTube Channel by clicking the player below. If you prefer an audio-only podcast, you can hear us through your favorite podcast app or listen now through the player below. [power press] RV CONVERSATION OF THE WEEK - with Liz Amazing on RV Defects Liz Amazing is a consumer advocate with a YouTube Channel dedicated to helping people who face significant problems with their new RV. Liz regularly features heartbreaking stories of individuals and couples who poured their savings into a new rig only to face one major repair after another, and run into brick walls when trying to get the problems fixed. Liz lets RV owners tell their stories, sometimes through tears, then approaches the RV dealers and manufacturers seeking solutions, which she often receives. Through her work, Liz has discovered industry trends, advocates for quality improvement, and offers help to those with nowhere to go. In the crowded world of RV YouTube Influencers, Liz has carved out an important niche as a consumer advocate, and we're delighted to have her on the RV Lifestyle today as our guest. In this conversation, we discuss the challenges faced by consumers in the RV industry involving quality issues, unregulated practices, and heartbreaking stories of buyers left with defective RVs. The discussion highlights the importance of consumer rights, the role of social media in advocacy, and tips for avoiding common pitfalls when purchasing RVs. Liz emphasizes the need for manufacturers to prioritize quality over profit and offers insights into choosing the right RV and dealer. Liz Amazing on RV Defects Takeaways: Liz Amazing transitioned from a novice camper to a leading RV advocate. She emphasizes the importance of using her platform for good. Many RV buyers face heartbreaking quality issues with their purchases. The RV industry is largely unregulated, leading to poor consumer experiences. Liz highlights the shift in manufacturing practices, prioritizing profit over quality. Social media serves as a powerful tool for consumer advocacy. Buyers often face challenges with buybacks and NDAs from manufacturers. Avoiding mass-produced RVs can reduce the chances of quality issues. Independent RV makers often provide better quality products. Liz encourages consumers to do thorough research before purchasing an RV. RV NEWS OF THE WEEK When Washington Closes, the National Parks (Mostly) Stay Open — But at What Cost? More and more stories are emerging each week of the difficulties the nation's national parks are facing during the continued federal government shutdown. Utah is spending $8,000 a day to keep the visitor centers open at its five national parks, and groups like the Zion Forever Project are collecting donations and paying to print maps, feed rangers, and keep things open for the tourists showing up. At Joshua Tree, a wildfire started in the camping area during the shutdown, but it is now contained. Pinnacles National Park had brownish water coming out of the campsites because a maintenance worker wasn't there to flush the system. The state of Colorado is paying to keep the visitor centers open at the Rocky Mountain National Park. And since none are collecting visitor entrance fees, all anticipate significant budget gaps next year. Six Months, No Camper — So He Brought His Work to Camping Wor...
CEO of Trezor Matej Žák explains why open source isn't just a feature — it's a principle.In an industry built on transparency, hiding code behind NDAs makes no sense.Timestamps:00:00 The Open Source Ethos of Bitcoin03:07 Matej Žák's Journey to Trezor06:09 Understanding Hardware Wallets08:50 The Importance of Security in Crypto11:51 The Rise of Crypto Phones and Competition14:55 Educating Newcomers on Self-Custody17:53 The Role of Hardware Wallets in Financial Freedom21:00 Explaining Hardware Wallets to the Uninitiated23:51 The Launch of Trezor Safe 727:07 The Importance of Transparency in Secure Elements29:56 Balancing Convenience and Security33:15 Best Practices for Buying Hardware Wallets#Trezor #trezorwallet #hardwallet #cryptoSubscribe to our channel and hit the bell "
In this episode of Pearls On, Gloves Off, Mary O'Carroll sits down with John LaBarre, General Counsel of Harvey. From Google to Snowflake and now a leader in legal AI, John's career reflects the tech world's evolution. Together, they dig into the pivotal moment we're living through — when generative AI enters the legal profession not as a futuristic idea but as a productivity‑enhancer in real time. In this episode: Why legal is ripe for AI: He explains how the legal profession acts as a "low‑hanging fruit" for generative AI, given its massive volumes of unstructured data and repetitive tasks. Re‑learning technology: Generative AI isn't like a perfect calculator. John argues lawyers must shift from expecting "the correct answer" to co‑working with predictive tools: prompting them, reviewing them, validating them. Measuring ROI: From the in‑house perspective, it's about doing more with the same budget. John shares examples where what used to be a 30–40 hour review became a 2–3 hour job thanks to AI. Law firms, adoption & the billable hour paradox: The conversation pivots to law firms — how they adopt AI, the challenges of traditional measurement (billable hours), and why this moment might represent another nail in that coffin. What's next: They explore the next three‑to‑five‑year horizon — what would make AI truly transformative, what still needs to happen, and why "agents" handling NDAs or contract workflows aren't far off. If you're involved in legal operations, in‑house counsel, or law firm innovation, this episode offers actionable insight into how legal work is changing—and what you should be doing right now to keep up. Follow Mary on LinkedIn Rate and review on Apple Podcasts
Show Notes: David Nour, author of Relationship Economics, discusses the six phases of strategic relationships. He emphasizes intentionality and a portfolio approach to relationship investing. The six phases he uses throughout the episode are: mapping, relating, nurturing, sustaining, requesting, and capitalizing. Different Levels of Relationship Management Nour explains that when a challenge arises, the first questions should be: Who do I need? Who do I know? How do I connect the dots? He contrasts haphazard outreach, simple lists, and CRM-driven discipline, underscoring the importance of intentionality and consistency. He highlights relationship mapping to achieve specific goals—beginning with identifying targets, nurturing, and sustaining relationships. In a pharma example, he shows how to identify key companies and contacts and introduces the ideal relationship profile—focusing on specific individuals (not logos) because relationships are built between people. He also stresses finding “lookalikes”: individuals whose values are aligned, who value and respect the relationship. Cold Outreach to Build Relationships On building new relationships—especially via cold outreach—Nour recommends focusing on fewer but better-qualified leads: go where potential clients already are (e.g., micro-events), be more interested than interesting, and engage with thoughtful questions. Quick, consistent follow-up turns initial introductions into meaningful relationships. He shares specific questions he uses to spark valuable conversations and secure meetings. Initial Conversations in Relationship Building Nour critiques “intellectually lazy” openings like “Tell me about your situation.” Instead, come prepared with a hypothesis based on research and use questions to set the agenda. Authenticity matters: each consultant should develop their own style. To avoid being forgettable, respectfully provoke prospects to think differently. Unpacking the Four Middle Phases Nour details the four phases that form the “engine” of relationship development: Relating: Share relevant stories so prospects see themselves in similar situations. Nurturing: Add value with ideas, checklists, and stress-testing to build trust and credibility. Sustaining: Maintain momentum over time; help the buyer buy; enable internal champions. Requesting: Earn the right to ask for deeper access (e.g., org charts, NDAs, stakeholder conversations) to better understand needs and increase impact. Capitalizing on Relationships After Project Completion Two-thirds of the way through a project, identify existing, impending, and created needs to link projects and avoid losing momentum post-delivery. Nour shares how he invites senior executives from one client to speak at another client's event (non-competing industries), creating an ecosystem of seasoned leaders who become walking case studies. Climbing the Relationship Value Pyramid Nour bridges the gap between recognizing the importance of relationships and harnessing their significance with three ideas: Intelligent Relationship Management: Set relationship-centric outcomes, identify pivotal contacts, and make consistent “favor economy” deposits. Strategic Relationship Planning: Map company-to-company relationships from now to next (champions, cadence, outcomes). Relationship Value Pyramid: Categorize by depth and relevance—situation, investment, portfolio, recall (2 a.m.)—and apply a portfolio approach with a “three-touch rule” before reallocating attention. Reciprocity in Relationship Building Nour reviews gratitude, reciprocity, and paying it forward as observable behaviors. Twice a year, he reviews his top 100 relationships to prioritize where to invest next. He also mentions Avnir, his AI platform that builds a private relationship vault from existing data sources and prompts context-relevant actions to deepen connections. Timestamps 05:40: Mapping & Ideal Relationship Profiles 10:20: Building New Relationships (Cold Outreach) 22:16: The Six Phases: Mapping, Relating, Nurturing, Sustaining, Requesting, Capitalizing 28:31: Capitalizing on Relationships 35:51: Relationship Economics Framework 42:34: Portfolio Approach & Three-Touch Rule 48:41: Activating the Untapped Power of Relationships Links Professional Services Website: DavidNour.com AI Platform Website: Avnir.com Nour on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidnour/ Unleashed is produced by Umbrex, which has a mission of connecting independent management consultants with one another, creating opportunities for members to meet, build relationships, and share lessons learned. Learn more at www.umbrex.com.
Jeffrey Epstein's network went far beyond trafficking and exploitation—it also included a sophisticated campaign to discredit, intimidate, and obstruct those investigating him. From the mid-2000s through 2019, Epstein and his lawyers waged a relentless public relations and legal offensive designed to undermine victims, stall prosecutors, and silence the press. Court documents and leaked communications reveal that Epstein's inner circle—including Ghislaine Maxwell and his attorneys at firms like Black, Srebnick, Kornspan & Stumpf—used intimidation tactics, private investigators, and smear campaigns to paint accusers as liars or gold diggers. In one series of emails revealed by Bloomberg, Maxwell and Epstein discussed deploying damaging personal rumors to discredit accusers as “unstable” or “untrustworthy,” while threatening defamation suits against media outlets that covered the story. This coordinated effort to manipulate public perception was part of a larger strategy to delegitimize investigations, protect powerful allies, and preserve his social status within elite circles.Epstein also relied on legal obstruction and financial manipulation to blunt scrutiny. He deployed non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), secret settlements, and strategic donations to law enforcement-connected charities to curry favor. Defense teams repeatedly sought to seal or suppress evidence, arguing that revealing details would “prejudice ongoing investigations.” In some cases, Epstein's team even hired former intelligence and law enforcement officials to monitor reporters and intimidate witnesses. His influence extended into the judicial system through his now-infamous 2008 non-prosecution agreement, which effectively shut down a federal probe and silenced dozens of victims. Even after his death, the DOJ and courts have continued to restrict access to key records, citing privacy or “ongoing investigations”—a fact many observers see as a continuation of Epstein's disinformation playbook, protecting those who benefited from his silence.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.com
High level Democrats call for ICE agents to be arrested; A candidate is caught with a pro-Nazi tattoo; and the much, much bigger picture of Trump's ballroom project. Watch VINCE Live on Rumble - Mon-Fri 10AM ET https://rumble.com/vince At least 25 states plan to cut off food aid benefits in November https://www.politico.com/news/2025/10/23/states-snap-food-aid-benefits-government-shutdown-00619117 SNAP recipients told to buy shelf-stable food or go to food banks as funding deadline looms https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/snap-benefits-funds-run-out-nov-1-rcna239432 Platner reshuffles campaign and sends out NDAs as he struggles to get ahead of controversies https://www.politico.com/news/2025/10/23/graham-platner-maine-campaign-shakeup-ndas-controversies-00620849 Sponsors: Beam Organics - https://shopbeam.com/VINCESHOW code: Vinceshow Bon Charge - https://boncharge.com and use code: Vince Goldbelly - https://Goldbelly.com code: Vince Helix Sleep - https://helixsleep.com/vince Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
What if the fastest way to grow isn't doing more, but letting go—carefully? We pull back the curtain on how we hired and trained two very different assistants, one in Texas and one in the Philippines, and the systems that make those partnerships smooth, secure, and genuinely business-changing. From the first grading task to a multi-role teammate, and from a five-hour bookkeeping trial to dashboards, course ops, and content workflows, this is a real-world blueprint for delegating without losing your mind.We walk through the decisions that matter: how to choose between 1099 and W‑2, where to source talent (and what marketplace reviews actually tell you), and how to set pay based on skill, scope, and outcomes. Security and ethics are baked in—NDAs, HIPAA training when needed, and password managers like LastPass so you can grant access without giving away the keys. You'll hear how simple, living SOPs turn chaos into consistency: short Loom or Camtasia videos, Trello checklists, and clear definitions of “done” that make handoffs clean and quality predictable.Communication is the backbone. We explain why one primary channel and a weekly check-in beat scattered pings and why screenshots with specific notes eliminate rework. We also share candid red flags—vanishing act replies, task-dumping without initiative, and hidden subcontracting—and the green flags that signal a pro: proactive problem-solving, honest updates, and resilience when life or weather hits across time zones. Most of all, we make the case that delegation is an investment, not a cost. Start with five to ten hours, document one process, ship it, and use the time you get back for higher-leverage work—or real rest.Ready to turn overwhelm into a system that scales? Listen now, subscribe for more practical playbooks, and leave a review with the first task you plan to delegate.Get your step by step guide to private practice. Because you are too important to lose to not knowing the rules, going broke, burning out, and giving up. #counselorsdontquit.
Today, we're breaking down the secret courtroom recording that was just made public in the It Ends With Us legal battle. You've probably seen the headlines: Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni, and Wayfarer Studios are in the middle of a messy lawsuit… but this new audio gives us a whole new layer of insight.I'm joined by Brit Madrid Mogenson (In The Cards and Stars and BZen TV) and Michael Mogenson (attorney) and together we unpack what was actually said in court, how this recording changes public perception, and why this case has become one of the most fascinating behind-the-scenes Hollywood dramas in years.We talk about:
Interview Date: April 6th, 2025Episode Summary:Eseniia is an 8-year-old dance prodigy originally from Moscow, now performing and training in the U.S., who rose to international attention after viral clips and a standout run on America's Got Talent. In this episode Eseniia joins the Business of Dance with her parents—both dancers and teachers—to trace how a family training method, early multistyle exposure, and fearless play helped her develop an unusual musicality and stage confidence at a very young age.The conversation covers concrete career milestones (viral social repost by Chris Brown, TV appearances, America's Got Talent semi-final run, performances on The Jennifer Hudson Show, World of Dance, and pro sports events), and pulls back the curtain on the business realities of kid stardom: music licensing on TV, TV logistics, schooling on set, NDAs, and the pace of post-show projects. Parents describe their methodic, high-touch approach—early rhythm exposure, mixed-style training, private lessons, and a careful balance of competitions versus performance/video work. Eseniia speaks about performing fearlessly, meeting judges, and dreaming bigger (Britain's Got Talent; creating kids-only projects).This episode is perfect for parents of young performers, dance teachers, and anyone interested in how family, training, and the modern attention economy combine to shape child performers.Shownotes:(00:00) – Host intro; meet Eseniia and family.(02:10) – How the host discovered Eseniia at Playground LA.(04:25) – Parents' backstory: university dance training, teaching methods.(08:00) – Early signs: Eseniia's musicality before age one.(11:40) – Family training: mixed styles, fearless play, switching.(16:10) – First viral moment: Chris Brown reshared their video.(20:00) – America's Got Talent experience; being six on TV.(31:30) – Behind the scenes: licensing, TV production realities.(40:20) – Current life: bilingual schooling, daily 5-hour practice.(52:45) – Advice for parents: invest, set goals, nurture talent.Biography:Eseniia Mikheeva is a rising star in the world of dance, captivating audiences from an early age with her charisma, sharp technique, and undeniable stage presence. Thanks to the support of her parents, Alexander and Marina Mikheev, she has become a symbol of youth hip-hop and an inspiration to families worldwide. Eseniia was raised in a creative environment. Both of her parents are professional dancers and educators. Her father, Alexander, specializes in hip-hop and street dance, while her mother, Marina, is not only a teacher but also an active mentor who helps Eseniia refine her skills, performance style, and artistic expression.Eseniia has already performed on major stages including America's Got Talent, The Jennifer Hudson Show, and at high-profile sports events like NBA, WNBA, NFL Games, and games for the Atlanta Hawks. She's danced in some of the nation's biggest arenas, with her videos going viral and receiving praise from global celebrities. Beyond dance, the Mikheev family places a strong emphasis on education. They believe that intellectual development is a key part of long-term success. Eseniia studies through a flexible international program that allows her to balance academics with her thriving creative career. The Mikheevs are a powerful example of how love, discipline, and family support can nurture extraordinary talent.Connect on Social Media: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/esenya_miss
Jeffrey Epstein's network went far beyond trafficking and exploitation—it also included a sophisticated campaign to discredit, intimidate, and obstruct those investigating him. From the mid-2000s through 2019, Epstein and his lawyers waged a relentless public relations and legal offensive designed to undermine victims, stall prosecutors, and silence the press. Court documents and leaked communications reveal that Epstein's inner circle—including Ghislaine Maxwell and his attorneys at firms like Black, Srebnick, Kornspan & Stumpf—used intimidation tactics, private investigators, and smear campaigns to paint accusers as liars or gold diggers. In one series of emails revealed by Bloomberg, Maxwell and Epstein discussed deploying damaging personal rumors to discredit accusers as “unstable” or “untrustworthy,” while threatening defamation suits against media outlets that covered the story. This coordinated effort to manipulate public perception was part of a larger strategy to delegitimize investigations, protect powerful allies, and preserve his social status within elite circles.Epstein also relied on legal obstruction and financial manipulation to blunt scrutiny. He deployed non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), secret settlements, and strategic donations to law enforcement-connected charities to curry favor. Defense teams repeatedly sought to seal or suppress evidence, arguing that revealing details would “prejudice ongoing investigations.” In some cases, Epstein's team even hired former intelligence and law enforcement officials to monitor reporters and intimidate witnesses. His influence extended into the judicial system through his now-infamous 2008 non-prosecution agreement, which effectively shut down a federal probe and silenced dozens of victims. Even after his death, the DOJ and courts have continued to restrict access to key records, citing privacy or “ongoing investigations”—a fact many observers see as a continuation of Epstein's disinformation playbook, protecting those who benefited from his silence.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.
00:00 – AEW Attendance Controversy & Ticket NumbersAnthony and Joe open with a deep dive into AEW's reported attendance numbers, NDAs, and the ongoing debate about truth in wrestling promotion.07:30 – The Ratings Game: NXT vs. DynamiteDiscussion shifts to TV ratings, fan excuses, and the real audience size for wrestling shows.13:00 – AEW's Place in the IndustryA critical look at AEW's current status, company culture, and how it compares to WWE and TNA.16:30 – Crown Jewel Preview & Early Morning WrestlingThe hosts preview WWE's Crown Jewel event, discuss the challenges of international shows, and share thoughts on watching wrestling at odd hours.21:00 – Match-by-Match Crown Jewel PredictionsDetailed breakdowns and predictions for Roman Reigns vs. Bronson Reed, Rhea Ripley & IYO SKY vs. Asuka & Kairi Sane, and more.32:00 – Women's Division: Growth, Stagnation, and StorylinesA candid discussion about the women's division, character development, and the challenges facing stars like Tiffany Stratton and Charlotte Flair.45:00 – WWE Ticket Prices & The “Family Company” DebateAnthony and Joe debate WWE's claim of being family-friendly in light of rising ticket and merchandise prices.54:00 – Mental Health in Wrestling: Big E's StoryA heartfelt segment on Big E's mental health journey, therapy, and the importance of openness in the wrestling community.1:05:00 – Contract News & Industry MovesUpdates on recent contract renewals, departures, and the realities of career moves in wrestling.1:15:00 – Final Thoughts & What's NextThe hosts wrap up with shoutouts, upcoming show plugs, and a reminder to join them for more wrestling talk.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.
What's the cost of NOT locking down your brand? The moment you skip legal prep, you invite trouble. This week, Luigi sits down with Richard Gearhart, founder of Gearhart Law and IP guru, to break down how creators and businesses can shield their ideas BEFORE someone rips them off. We dig into trademarks, patents, trade secrets, and what happens when your content goes viral (or gets stolen). What you'll learn in this episode: How to vet a business or product name before it becomes your identity When trade secrets make more sense than patents — and the risks either way Legal tools like NDAs, confidentiality clauses, and limited non‑competes Who owns your social media content once you hit “post” How to enforce IP rights: Amazon takedowns, customs holds, lawsuits Stories of entrepreneurial wins and legal nightmares Richard's essential IP checklist for founders Favorite Quote: “Running a business is hard enough. You don't need legal stuff that threatens your product and your core business.” Who is Richard?Richard Gearhart, Esq. is the founder and partner of Gearhart Law, a boutique firm specializing in intellectual property for creators and businesses. He's also co‑host of Passage to Profit, a syndicated radio show about entrepreneurship, airing in multiple U.S. markets. He helps clients worldwide protect patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets Why you should listen:If you're building something, whether that's a brand, product, or digital empire, don't leave it exposed. Listen now so you can build smarter, safer, and stronger. Connect with Richard: Website (Law Firm): https://www.gearhartlaw.com Show (Passage to Profit): https://passagetoprofitshow.com/ Personal Site: https://www.richardgearhartesq.com/home LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-gearhart-7896aa2 Facebook (Show): https://www.facebook.com/PassagetoProfitShow Instagram (Show): https://www.instagram.com/passagetoprofitshow X / Twitter (Show): https://x.com/passagetoprofit YouTube (Show): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC45HBJb8Q-tnQavYqbIVbjw
Send us a textHow we escaped the Sea Org in January 2005 and tried to get a basic life back. What followed was a masterclass in control: family emails crafted under supervision that said “love you” while enforcing disconnection; a senior exec telling us our declares were “on hold” when the paperwork was stamped the day after we fled; and a hostage-style handoff in a bus station lot where our dog and a rented truck full of bankers' boxes were exchanged for signatures and a reaction to our declares.The boxes were the tell. Sixty brand-new bankers' boxes, each itemized down to “Birds Bees cap,” “two Lifesavers,” and “half bottle skin cream.” The inventory—50-plus pages—was designed to shield Scientology from theft claims, but it exposed something deeper: passports and civil documents listed among our possessions, proof they'd been held. When a highway patrolman in Kansas pulled us over at the state line and asked why our “friends” had packed our lives, that same list became our witness. He checked box after box; every entry matched. After three identical retellings and a K-9 almost en route, the sergeant let us go. Either it was the most insane true story he'd heard, or we were the best liars. The paperwork saved us because it revealed the whole system: denial of disconnection, pressure to “route out,” coerced agreements, and total inventory of a private life.We talk about what was missing—wedding video and photos that showed other Sea Org members—and why that matters. We share how starting over looked small and stubborn: a cheap motel bath for a neglected Dalmatian, fixing computers from a kitchen table, walking to a pizza shop, Netflix DVDs, sleep. We cover payoffs, NDAs, and how some people get quiet jobs to keep family contact. We also answer audience questions about base shutdowns, events, and what law enforcement has actually seen.If stories like this help you spot the patterns—disconnection, “routing out,” withheld documents, weaponized logistics—share this episode. Subscribe, leave a review, and tell us: which detail from the inventory shocked you most?Support the showBFG Store - http://blownforgood-shop.fourthwall.com/Blown For Good on Audible - https://www.amazon.com/Blown-for-Good-Marc-Headley-audiobook/dp/B07GC6ZKGQ/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=Blown For Good Website: http://blownforgood.com/PODCAST INFO:Podcast website: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2131160 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blown-for-good-behind-the-iron-curtain-of-scientology/id1671284503 RSS: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2131160.rss YOUTUBE PLAYLISTS: Spy Files Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWtJfniWLwq4cA-e...
In this episode, Jack Cochran and Matthew James are joined by Rob Bruce, a presales leader at Syndigo with 20 years of experience, to discuss an innovative approach to presales operations: the Pursuit Desk. Rob shares how Syndigo has built a dedicated "concierge team" that handles RFPs, security questionnaires, reference coordination, and other time-consuming tasks, freeing solutions engineers to focus on discovery, solutioning, and building customer relationships. The conversation explores how to operate at the "top of your license," the role of AI in scaling pursuit operations, and practical advice for championing similar initiatives at your organization. Thank you to Elvance for sponsoring this episode: https://elvance.io Follow Us Connect with Jack Cochran: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackcochran/ Connect with Matthew James: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewyoungjames/ Connect with Rob Bruce: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robbruce/ Links and Resources Mentioned Join Presales Collective Slack: https://www.presalescollective.com/slack Book: "Selling is Hard, Buying is Harder" by Garen Hess Timestamps 00:00 Welcome 04:29 What is a Presales Concierge 11:18 Presales culture 14:00 Working at the top of your diploma 17:10 How do you justify this 21:38 As focused as an F1 team 23:32 AI and the Pursuit Desk Key Topics Covered The Pursuit Desk Concept Functions as a presales concierge handling non-customer-facing tasks Manages RFPs, InfoSec documents, NDAs, reference coordination Creates centralized control over messaging and responses Operates on a global scale with cultural sensitivity Operating at the Top of Your License Focus on discovery, creative thinking, empathetic listening, and presenting solutions Eliminate time spent on administrative tasks that don't require SE expertise Reduce context switching and multitasking to maintain flow Maximize value delivery to customers and the organization Building the Business Case Find an executive sponsor to champion the initiative Measure impact through deal win rates and velocity Consider creative budget reallocation (travel budgets, etc.) Calculate ROI based on SE productivity and reduced burnout The Role of AI in Pursuit Operations AI handles first-pass RFP responses (80% completion) Pursuit desk personalizes and adds empathy (final 20%) Machine learning analyzes past deals for pattern recognition Go/no-go scorecards based on historical data Enables scaling without proportional headcount increases Presales Culture and Values Building trust through technical expertise and genuine personality Being a "chameleon" who adapts to different buyer needs Creating an environment where people feel welcomed and valued Mentorship and knowledge sharing across teams Preventing Burnout Eliminating nights and weekends spent on RFPs Reducing stress through better task distribution Enabling SEs to focus on work they're passionate about Creating sustainable workloads that retain top talent Measuring Success Tracking time spent on each RFP or pursuit activity Correlating effort to win-loss rates Building audit trails for continuous improvement Creating dashboards for data-driven decision making
Today I have on apologist Mike Winger to explain why he pivoted his channel toward investigating abuse and false teaching in the church especially in settings where prophecy is practiced without accountability. He traces how “cover-up culture” forms, why some leaders stay silent, and how non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), intimidation,and platform protection can compound harm. He also lays out a biblical blueprint for dealing with credible accusations (1 Tim. 5:19–20) that protects the innocent, warns the flock, and seeks real reform not mobs or witch hunts. *Get a MASTERS IN APOLOGETICS or SCIENCE AND RELIGION at BIOLA (https://bit.ly/3LdNqKf) *USE Discount Code [SMDCERTDISC] for 25% off the BIOLA APOLOGETICS CERTIFICATE program (https://bit.ly/3AzfPFM) *See our fully online UNDERGRAD DEGREE in Bible, Theology, and Apologetics: (https://bit.ly/448STKK) FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Twitter: https://x.com/Sean_McDowell TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sean_mcdowell?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seanmcdowell/ Website: https://seanmcdowell.org Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Trump and the Republicans have orchestrated the government shutdown that they are trying to blame on Democrats.The military is being mobilized in American cities. Stephen Miller and Trump's fascist advisors couldn't be happier. Links From the Week Ending 10.05.2025New details emerge on Hegseth's unusual mass gathering of top brass - The Washington PostSinclair Ends 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' Boycott, Says Its ABC Stations Will Resuming Airing Show ImmediatelyDMPS superintendent Dr. Ian Roberts detained by ICEHeritage Foundation Uses Bogus Stat to Push a Trans Terrorism Classification | WIREDHouse Democrats release latest Jeffrey Epstein documents with Musk, Thiel, Bannon and Prince Andrew mentions | The IndependentTiming for Grijalva's swear-in in questionTrump Fired a U.S. Attorney Who Insisted on Following a Court Order - The New York Timeshttps://apnews.com/article/fbi-george-floyd-kash-patel-8d18a1e6a5a36636cc2415fc492b3f52Hundreds of VA doctors and caregivers warn that cutbacks, policy changes threaten veterans' care | CNN PoliticsTrump says he will send troops to Portland, Oregon, in latest deployment to US citiesMondayPortland threatens to evict Ice from Oregon facility over permit violationsExclusive | Eric Adams drops out of NYC mayoral race amid increasing pressure: 'I know I cannot continue my campaign'Post by @rparloff.bsky.social — BlueskyMultiple victims in Michigan church shooting; church on fire, police say | CNNhttps://bsky.app/profile/kyledcheney.bsky.social/post/3lzwh3vutn222Oregon Sues Trump to Stop ‘Unlawful' Portland Troop Deployment - Democracy Dockethttps://bsky.app/profile/kyledcheney.bsky.social/post/3lzwo6pv5rs2uMoldova's pro-EU party takes lead in vote plagued by Russian interference claims | AP Newshttps://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/trump-seems-to-back-off-portland-military-plan/283-e9c6bdfb-92d6-4881-bb74-09bb325a5270Moldova's Pivotal Election Projected to End in Victory for Pro-Europeans - The New York TimesAmerica Brought to You by Bad Bunny - by Charlotte Clymerhttps://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/sep/29/mormon-church-shooting-trump-signMedbedsTrump's Targeting of Soros Foundations Elicits Fear and Defiance on Left - The New York TimesCriminal investigation launched after feds fire pepper ball at CBS Chicago reporter's truck - CBS ChicagoStephen Miller takes leading role in strikes on alleged Venezuelan drug boats | Trump administration | The GuardianTuesdayOregon mayors condemn Trump's plan to send troops to Portland - POLITICOU.S. Deports Planeload of Iranians After Deal With Tehran, Officials Say - The New York TimesJudge excoriates Trump in blistering decision calling efforts to deport pro-Palestinian academics illegal - POLITICOTrump, Hegseth Address Military Leaders at Quantico in Unprecedented Gathering - WSJJudge orders Trump administration to preserve $233M in FEMA grants it attempted to pull from blue states - POLITICOWednesdayReductions in Force During Shutdowns | LawfareUS comedians defend decision to play in Saudi Arabia: ‘They're paying me enough to look the other way' | Comedy | The GuardianWhite House withdraws Trump's controversial nominee to lead BLS after ousting predecessor over jobs data | CNN PoliticsN.Y. sues over DHS cutting counterterrorism fundingHow Capitol Hill is set to feel the government shutdown pain - POLITICOHundreds of celebrities relaunch a McCarthy-era committee to defend free speechLisa CookFederal Workers Are Being Told to Blame Democrats for the Shutdown | WIREDTrump calls for culling 'dead wood' in government amid shutdown - ABC Newshttps://bsky.app/profile/joshgerstein.bsky.social/post/3m25o77vkok2wPentagon plans widespread random polygraphs, NDAs to stanch leaks - The Washington PostThursdayAt least 170 U.S. hospitals face major flood risk. Experts say Trump is making it worse. - CBS NewsJane Fonda relaunches her father's McCarthy-era free speech initiativeBonus 180: "Domestic Terrorism" and NSPM-7 | One FirstUS memo to colleges proposes terms on ideology, foreign enrollment for federal funds | ReutersRep Dean Post by @atrupar.com — BlueskyUS Supreme Court expands its 'emergency' docket - and Trump's power too | ReutersTrump says US is in 'armed conflict' with drug cartels after ordering strikes in the Caribbean Our Donation LinksNational Security Counselors - DonateMSW Media, Blue Wave California Victory Fund | ActBlueWhistleblowerAid.org/beansFederal workers - feel free to 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. 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Send us a textThe Ones Ready Team Room is back and Peaches isn't pulling punches. From the DoD's latest Inspector General “reforms” (translation: no more hiding behind fake complaints) to the U.S. getting embarrassed in the Arctic—this one's got everything: cartel strikes, gender-standard meltdowns, government shutdown chaos, and a little unsolicited love for Aussie warfighters.Peaches dives headfirst into the week's wildest military moves, from Trump's National Guard orders to the Pentagon's plan to polygraph everyone short of the janitor. He also breaks down why the Coast Guard has three icebreakers while Russia flexes forty-one, why “equal standards” means stop crying about pull-ups, and how false accusations destroy careers faster than TikTok destroys attention spans.It's brash. It's brutally honest. And it's the only sitrep you'll actually enjoy listening to. Buckle up, buttercups—this ain't your dad's Air Force brief.⏱️ Timestamps:00:00 – Welcome to the chaos: Peaches warms up the Team Room 01:40 – TastyGains nootropics and creatine confession 03:15 – Nashville OTS officially sold out (sorry, not sorry) 04:00 – Army fast-tracks cyber nerds and critical care ninjas 05:30 – Trump deploys the Guard… and the lawsuits start flying 07:50 – Navy turns 250: hurry up and wait, sailors 09:30 – U.S. blows up cartel boats—airburst edition 11:15 – Pacific exercise flex: Japan and Australia don't miss 13:30 – Coast Guard rescues two and unveils a new icebreaker 14:45 – Coast Guard vs. Russia: 3 icebreakers vs. 41 (ouch) 16:10 – DoD kills anonymous complaints—Peaches loves it 19:00 – False allegations and fallout: the ugly truth 20:00 – Pentagon drafts NDAs and random polygraphs 21:30 – One standard to rule them all: stop crying, do the pull-up 23:00 – Government shutdown blues & cartel combat declarations 26:00 – Closing rants, Hoist hydration, and “Make AFSW Great Again”
In this episode of The Lifestyle Practice Podcast, Dr. Derek Williams breaks down exactly how he sold his dental practice without a broker—what he did, why he did it, and what he'd change. Derek covers building a bank-ready prospectus (financials, KPIs, payer mix), where and how he marketed the listing (FB groups, classifieds, ADA Marketplace), keeping anonymity (NDAs, separate email), and running negotiations when you're representing yourself. He also compares private-dentist buyers vs. DSOs, talks timing (why not being in a rush matters), transition terms, real estate flexibility, and the role of a flat-fee attorney. Whether you're considering a DIY sale or debating a broker, you'll leave with a clear framework and practical next steps. Connect with us: • Learn more about 1-on-1 coaching • Get access to TLP Academy • Suscribe to The Lifestyle Practice Podcast • Email Derek at derek@thelifestylepractice.com • Email Matt at matt@thelifestylepractice.com • Email Steve at steve@thelifestylepractice.com
Thursday, October 2nd, 2025Today, Republicans and Trump have shut down the government but construction on the Trump White House Ballroom will continue; federal employees are sent propaganda about Democrats being at fault for the shutdown; YouTube pays Trump a giant bribe; the Pentagon is planning widespread polygraphs and non-disclosure agreements; the White House has withdrawn the nomination of the Bureau of Labor Statistics as the jobs numbers for August are revised downward; New York is suing the Department of Homeland Security for defunding the police; as we predicted the Supreme Court is allowing Lisa Cook to remain in her job on the Federal Reserve Board with oral arguments set for January; and Allison and Dana deliver your Good News.StoriesU.S. companies shed 32,000 jobs in September in latest sign of labor market weakness | NBC NewsWhite House withdraws Trump's controversial nominee to lead BLS after ousting predecessor over jobs data | CNN PoliticsYouTube to pay $22 million for White House ballroom to settle lawsuit from Trump | CBS NewsNew York sues over DHS cutting counterterrorism funding to state | Spectrum News 1Supreme Court allows Lisa Cook to remain on Fed board for now | The Washington PostPentagon plans widespread random polygraphs, NDAs to stanch leaks | The Washington Post | The Washington PostFederal Workers Are Being Told to Blame Democrats for the Shutdown | WIREDGood TroubleAnonymous consumer:While there may not be any truly ethical consumption (except maybe The Beans, PBS, and the TMBG catalog) some spending is definitely more ethical. If you're having trouble figuring out what to boycott or where to spend your money, try checking out the unionlabel.org website! You can find lists of where to buy and where not to buy! Don't Buy | Union Label and Service Trades Department, AFL-CIOCheck with your local unions to see their buy/don't buy lists, too.Good luck!**Vote Yes 836 - Oklahoma**OCTOBER 18 - NoKings.org, Leave some notes around town to spread the word.**California needs your help | Proposition 50 Vote YES !! Yes On Prop 50 | Special Election Phone Banks - mobilize.us**Help ensure safety of public servants. Hold RFK Jr accountable by signing the letter: savehhs.org, @firedbutfighting.bsky.social on Bluesky**SIGN THE STATEMENT OF SOLIDARITY for the FEMA Katrina Declaration.**How to Organize a Bearing Witness Standout**Fire Kilmeade - foxfeedback@foxnews.com, Submit a request – Fox News**Indiana teacher snitch portal - Eyes on Education**Find Your Representative | house.gov, Contacting U.S. SenatorsFrom The Good Newsunionlabel.orgVote Yes 836 - OklahomaGOOD TASTE RecordsHow You Can Write or Call the White HousePatrons Sponsoring Patrons - The Daily Beans(Mark your calendar for November 14th, 2025 - Chicago, Illinois - Dana)Our Donation LinksNational Security Counselors - DonateMSW Media, Blue Wave California Victory Fund | ActBlueWhistleblowerAid.org/beansFederal 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. Find Upcoming Actions 50501 Movement, No Kings.org, Indivisible.orgDr. Allison Gill - Substack, BlueSky , TikTok, IG, TwitterDana Goldberg - BlueSky, Twitter, IG, facebook, danagoldberg.comMore from MSW Media - Shows - MSW Media, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | SubstackReminder - 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 Our Donation LinksNational Security Counselors - DonateMSW Media, Blue Wave California Victory Fund | ActBlueWhistleblowerAid.org/beansFederal workers - feel free to 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. Find Upcoming Actions 50501 Movement, No Kings.org, Indivisible.orgDr. Allison Gill - Substack, BlueSky , TikTok, IG, TwitterDana Goldberg - BlueSky, Twitter, IG, facebook, danagoldberg.comCheck out more from MSW Media - Shows - MSW Media, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | SubstackShare your Good News or Good TroubleMSW Good News and Good TroubleHave some good news; a confession; or a correction to share?Good News & Confessions - The Daily Beanshttps://www.dailybeanspod.com/confessional/ Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:The Daily Beans on Apple PodcastsWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?The Daily Beans | SupercastThe Daily Beans & Mueller, She Wrote | PatreonThe Daily Beans | Apple Podcasts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he dives into today's top stories shaping America and the world. In this episode of The Wright Report, we cover Trump's viral sombrero memes targeting Democrats, the Pentagon's crackdown on leaks, fresh warnings for U.S. farmers and ranchers, the massive energy demands of AI, the arrest of Nord Stream saboteurs, Ukraine's push for Tomahawk missiles, Chinese mafia violence in Italy, Trump's Gaza peace deal, and even a rare case of good news about China's green energy trash. From mariachi memes to missile wars and mafia battles, today's brief connects the headlines shaping America and the world. Trump's Sombrero Memes Spark Outrage: The White House posted AI videos mocking Democrats with sombreros and mustaches as they demanded $1 trillion for health care, part of which would go to migrants. VP JD Vance shrugged, saying, “Hakeem Jeffries said it was racist… but I honestly don't even know what that means.” GOP commentators called the memes “politically genius” for using humor to spotlight taxpayer costs. Pentagon Orders Polygraphs to Stop Leaks: Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth now requires NDAs and random polygraph tests for all staff and contractors to crack down on leaks. Bryan cautions that “polygraphs are tools, not an oracle,” recalling how his first CIA test flagged him for feeling guilty about stealing junior high concession stand quarters. Screwworm Outbreak Worsens in Mexico: Cases jumped 32 percent in September to 6,700, including 5,000 in cattle. Ranchers warn the deadly parasite could soon hit Texas and drive beef prices higher. Bryan urges, “Stock up now.” Farmers and Trump Clash Over Argentina Soybeans: After Trump and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent bailed out President Milei, Argentina sold $7 billion in soybeans to China, undercutting U.S. farmers. Trump promised a bailout using tariff funds, but Democrats are blocking the deal. Bryan calls it “a Mexican standoff” with farmers caught in the middle. AI Revolution Requires 44 New Nuclear Reactors: The IEEE reports U.S. AI demand will equal the output of 44 new nuclear power plants within five years. Russia remains the top uranium supplier. Trump is expanding coal leases and equity stakes in mineral and energy companies, while Bryan slams Silicon Valley's AGI obsession: “Give me a little buddy I can train each day… not a know-it-all chatbot filled with junk data.” Nord Stream Saboteur Arrested in Ukraine Plot: German officials detained a Ukrainian tied to the 2022 pipeline bombing, allegedly ordered by General Valery Zaluzhny. Defense may argue the sabotage was a legitimate act of war. Ukraine Pushes for Tomahawk Missiles: Trump leans toward sending 1,500-mile Tomahawks for “kind-for-kind” strikes. Putin warned it would make America a direct combatant, with U.S. CIA and Special Forces bases likely targets. Bryan warns Russia could also strike from Mexico or use saboteurs posing as asylum seekers. Chinese Mafia Wars in Italy: Gun battles erupt in Prato as Chinese gangs fight over the $115 million hanger market for Italy's fast fashion industry. The city's Chinese population exploded from 500 in 1990 to 40,000 today, fueling Beijing-backed mafia influence. Hamas Has Hours to Accept Trump's Gaza Plan: Qatar, Turkey, and Egypt told Hamas to accept Trump's deal or lose support. Turkey may gain F-35 jets and Egypt may see Trump pause recognition of Somaliland in return. Bryan says, “We are on a knife's edge… pray for peace.” China Finds a Use for Dirty Green Energy Trash: Beijing is planting old wind turbine blades in the Gobi Desert to block sand dunes, creating a “New Great Wall of China.” Bryan admits, “It makes me sad to report it, but this one actually works.” "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32 Keywords: Trump sombrero memes Hakeem Jeffries, JD Vance sombrero quote, Pete Hegseth Pentagon polygraph leaks, screwworm outbreak Mexico Texas beef, Argentina soybeans Milei China sales, Trump tariff farmer bailout, AI nuclear power IEEE report, Trump mineral wars coal leases, Nord Stream pipeline sabotage Zaluzhny, Ukraine Tomahawk missile request Trump, Putin warns U.S. combatant, Chinese mafia Prato Italy fast fashion, Trump Gaza peace plan Hamas Qatar Turkey Egypt, China wind turbine blades Gobi Desert
Today's Headlines: The government is officially shut down, and OMB apparently spent its last working hours ordering at least 16 federal agencies to send out a pre-written email blaming Democrats for it—an illegal little parting gift to federal workers. With the shutdown, you can forget about getting jobs or inflation data for now (except from payroll firm ADP, which says companies shed 32,000 jobs in September—so, yeah, not great). Meanwhile, the Supreme Court told Trump he can't just boot Fed Governor Lisa Cook on the spot, kicking that fight to January. At the Pentagon, Pete Hegseth is rolling out strict NDAs and even random polygraphs for thousands of staffers, including top brass, in his ongoing war against leakers. And in actual science news, researchers in Nature Communications announced they've managed to create functional human eggs from skin cells in a lab—early proof-of-concept that could eventually transform fertility treatments, though no babies are being made from them anytime soon. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: The Handbasket: Trump mandates all federal agencies send email blaming Dems for potential gov't shutdown Yahoo: While the government is closed, jobs and inflation data go unreported NBC News: U.S. companies shed 32,000 jobs in September in latest sign of labor market weakness NYT: Supreme Court Allows Lisa Cook to Remain at Fed, for Now WaPo: Pentagon plans widespread random polygraphs, NDAs to stanch leaks Wired: Scientists Made Human Eggs From Skin Cells and Used Them to Form Embryos Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week Jackie and MJ greet guest Seena Ghaznavi with the well aged Johnny Burnett classic "You're Sixteen", Jackie spills her and Kara's plans to get tickets for Meredith Marks' tour as she embarks on being a DDDDDDDJJJJJJJ, but she better not be one of them fake DJs. Seena delves right into some deeply hidden trauma with a band teacher being DEEPLY inappropriate, Jackie reveals Seenas wife is in her choir and in more Choir Talk, Jackie revz up for their upcoming PERFORMANCE! Justin Trudeau and Katy Perry are continuing to not date as she has the worst year anyone has ever had, Orlando Bloom said at least he got his daughter in a vvv sad interview recently for a movie that apparently did very well even if no one remembers it coming out, and in creepy news Jeremy Renner now makes people sign NDAs before even getting on a flight in. The new Glen Powell movie being described as the Mrs. Doubtfire of football and RAGE!! Arizona Iced Tea debuts a new flavor, Nostalgic Chocolate Egg Cream Soda. for 9/11. Robert Redford died and everyone's bein' mean 'cause he looked old. It's time to talk about why they keep hiring Hollywood Hawties to play serial killers, as they have Charlie Hunnam (a man WITHOUT a goopy weepy eye) playing Ed Gein?! We also got a LIST of Shocking Celebrity Secrets I Kind of Can't Believe They Revealed to The World! Then, it's onto the Blindzz, and joyous Jackie's Snackies from 1:13:08.817 (with an MJ's Minute Munchies at 1:20:22.223) til 1:24:59.000, and even more on this week's episode!Want even more Page 7? Support us on Patreon! Patreon.com/Page7Podcast Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Page 7 ad-free.Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.