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Bobby Bones and Matt Cassel exchange some car stories before diving into the Broncos advancing without an injured Bo Nix. Matt explains how the team moves forward this week and has the opportunity to rally around Jarrett Stidham. Looking at the head coaching openings, who would be the ideal candidate for the Bills? Matt thinks it's a tough spot because of the immediate Super Bowl expectations. It's Conference Championship Playoff Weekend and the Patriots should feel confident against the Broncos. The Rams visit the Seahawks and Bobby explains why Matthew Stafford is the best QB left playing. Boston Globe Sr. NFL Writer Ben Volin will be in Denver to cover the Patriots. Ben notes the turnaround from New England after Mike Vrabel joined the team. How has Drake Maye established himself as the leader of this locker room? Ben was surprised by the Bills moving on from Sean McDermott because coaching wasn't their issue this season. What is the best candidate for Buffalo? Ben feels like the Seahawks have the advantage of rest against the Rams, but LA has been playing tough. Ben reveals his favorites for MVP this season, before Matt asks for Ben's favorite Tim Tebow story. With 4 QB's left, which one has the best 'story' if they won the Super Bowl? Lots to Say with Bobby Bones and Matt Cassel is part of the NFL Podcast Network See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It's Fox Sports Radio's official fantasy football podcast! Dan Beyer and Mike Harmon open the show reacting to the news that the Buffalo Bills have fired head coach Sean McDermott after yet another heartbreaking playoff loss... was it the right move? They also discuss the Titans hiring of Robert Saleh as their next coach... do we think he succeeds in his second go-around? Later, the guys recap the games from the Divisional Round of the NFL Playoffs, discussing big wins for New England, Denver, Seattle and Los Angeles, and diving into the biggest storylines surrounding each team. Plus, Mike weighs in on a heartbreaking loss for his Chicago Bears. Hosts: Mike Harmon, Dan Beyer Producer: Ian Roddy #fsrweekends #jss #crshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Greg Bedard and Nick Cattles recap the Patriots' 28-16 win over the Texans, discuss Drake Maye and Will Campbell's struggles vs a stout Texans defense, plus praise for New England's defense! 00:00 Latest with NFL Head Coaching landscape 11:52 Drake Maye film, Drake must fix turnovers vs Denver 19:20 TreVeyon Henderson struggling 22:00 Support our Sponsors: Ethos & Omaha Steaks 25:50 Will Campbell Struggles 28L45 C.J. Stroud was bad 31:40 Patriots Defense is spinning the dial 33:40 Who played good and who played bad Greg Bedard's Patriots Podcast on CLNS Media is Powered by:
FANTASY POINTS 2026 EARLY-BIRD SUBSCRIPTIONS ARE LIVE. GET OUR BEST RATE WE'LL OFFER THE ENTIRE SEASON, 20% OFF! NOW THROUGH SUPER BOWL SUNDAY: https://www.fantasypoints.com/plans#/ On this episode of Fantasy Football Daily, the Divisional Round is recapped with a tight, fantasy-focused breakdown of the biggest games and performances. The show covers the Los Angeles Rams' defense-led win, a standout playoff effort from Kyren Williams, and why the Chicago Bears remain well positioned for 2026 behind Caleb Williams. The discussion also touches on Buffalo's playoff loss with Josh Allen, New England advancing behind Drake Maye, Kenneth Walker's dominant showing in Seattle, and recent head coaching news around the league. Where to find us: http://twitter.com/TheOGFantasy Join the Discord here: https://www.fantasypoints.com/media/discord#/ Podcast Transcription Here: https://podsqueeze.com/embedded/transcript/6feqk8fgNWNbmEEfVxuWYe Fantasy Points Website - https://www.fantasypoints.com NEW! Data Suite - https://data.fantasypoints.com Twitter - https://twitter.com/FantasyPts Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/FantasyPts Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/FantasyPts TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@fantasypts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's Fox Sports Radio's official fantasy football podcast! Dan Beyer and Mike Harmon open the show reacting to the news that the Buffalo Bills have fired head coach Sean McDermott after yet another heartbreaking playoff loss... was it the right move? They also discuss the Titans hiring of Robert Saleh as their next coach... do we think he succeeds in his second go-around? Later, the guys recap the games from the Divisional Round of the NFL Playoffs, discussing big wins for New England, Denver, Seattle and Los Angeles, and diving into the biggest storylines surrounding each team. Plus, Mike weighs in on a heartbreaking loss for his Chicago Bears. Hosts: Mike Harmon, Dan Beyer Producer: Ian Roddy #fsrweekends #jss #crshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Topics discussed: What stood out most in the Patriots' winning effort against the Texans on Sunday // Patriots QB Drake Maye reacts to the raucous crowd at Gillette + advancing to the AFC Championship game // How Maye + the Patriots' offense were able to overcome the league's most potent defense // Why Patriots CB/PR Marcus Jones believes his defense plays with chips on their shoulders // Breaking down the Patriots' defensive effort after another strong performance Sunday // How Rhamondre Stevenson has re-emerged as a crucial member of New England's offense // ESPN's Dan Orlovsky throws shade at C.J. Stroud + the Patriots' defense // Discussing Josh McDaniels' performance calling plays against a stingy Texans defense // Recapping the biggest NFL Divisional Round storylines in our Pick-Six parlay recap // Three Point Stance, The Drive, Odds and Ends + more!
On today's episode of “Fearless,” Caleb Williams is Caitlin Clark. His incredible 2025 season concluded in an overtime loss to the Los Angeles Rams last night. However, Williams once again created a “Logo Three” moment with an incredible pass to force the game into overtime. Simply stated, his captivating style is reminiscent of Clark's dramatic long-range shots in key moments. Jason is emphatic that Josh Allen's fumble leading to Denver concluding the first half with a field goal is one of the most significant blunders in sports history, and the Buffalo Bills' loss to Denver is on Allen, not the referees. NFL Truth discusses whether Houston Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans should go to the bullpen and replace C.J. Stroud against New England; Buffalo firing Sean McDermott; and Atlanta hiring Kevin Stefanski. Jason ponders whether Sean McVay is on the cusp of becoming an all-time great head coach and apologizes for standing up for Tony Romo. The Mock Doc, Daniel Kelly, concludes the show, joining Jason to discuss players who might prove detrimental in the Indiana-Miami CFP Championship Game. Today's Sponsors: PrizePicks Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/FEARLESS and use code FEARLESS and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! ➢ Subscribe Jason's other channel https://www.youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockHarmony https://www.youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockBYOG ➢ Connect with Jason on Social Media: https://x.com/WhitlockJason https://www.instagram.com/realjasonwhitlock/ https://www.facebook.com/jasonwhitlock ➢ Send Jason an Email FearlessBlazeShow@gmail.com ➢ Support The Blaze Visit https://TheBlaze.com. Explore the all-new ad-free experience and see for yourself how we're standing up against suppression and prioritizing independent journalism. Support Conservative Voices! Subscribe to BlazeTV at https://www.fearlessmission.com and get $20 off your yearly subscription. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
PREVIEW FOR LATER TODAY Guest: Professor Richard Carwardine. Carwardine discusses Samuel "Sunset" Cox, a Democratic Congressman famed for his eloquence. Cox vividly denounced New England Puritanism as the root of moral extremism and interference. He criticized Lincoln's administration for adopting a "Cromwellian direction" that supposedly deprived Northern Democrats of their rights to free expression.1865 SECOND INAUGURAL
Nate Tice, Matt Harmon & Charles McDonald join forces to give their instant takeaways from the NFL Divisional Round. The trio deep dive on all four playoff games from the weekend, starting with the Los Angeles Rams squeaking by a resilient Chicago Bears team in overtime. Next, the three hosts deep dive on the New England Patriots taking care of business against a sloppy Houston Texans team in a game that featured the most turnovers (8) in a playoff game since 2015.Nate, Matt and Charles move on to Saturday's games, where the Seattle Seahawks dominated the San Francisco 49ers featuring a defense/run game combo that looks impossible to beat, and the Buffalo Bills got beat by a Denver Broncos team that has to head to New England with Jarrett Stidham as their starting quarterback.The trio wrap up with their reactions to the Atlanta Falcons hiring new head coach Kevin Stefanski.(2:30) - Rams beat Bears(19:15) - Patriots beat Texans(41:00) - Seahawks beat 49ers(55:25) - Broncos beat Bills(1:20:10) - Falcons hire Kevin Stefanski Subscribe to Football 301 on your favorite podcast app:
A weekly staple on 'The Rich Eisen Show' since 2018, 'Overreaction Monday' is now also an extended podcast with Rich and Chris Brockman debating the latest in the NFL. Today's topics: 1:20 - The Buffalo Bills' first call needs to be to Mike Tomlin to make sure he's really taking next year off 7:00 - Josh Allen should force a trade to the Rams if Matthew Stafford retires after this season 10:25 - Bears HC Ben Johnson should have gone for two to end the Rams game in regulation 14:55 - The Seattle Seahawks are winning the Super Bowl 18:50 - The Patriots' defense is giving early dynasty vibes and is the reason New England is in the AFC Championship game 21:50 - The Texans should wait before giving CJ Stroud a max contract extension 29:10 - The Rams' big-game experience gives them the edge over all remaining teams in the playoffs 32:00 - Teams take the wrong strategy and playoff overtime-- take the ball and score!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Three-time Super Bowl champion/NFL on FOX Analyst/'Stinkin' Truth' host Mark Schlereth and Rich discuss the Denver Broncos' chances to advance to the Super Bowl with backup QB Jarrett Stidham replacing the injured Bo Nix, the Buffalo Bills firing of Sean McDermott, why the Seahawks' defense makes them the current Super Bowl favorites, his biggest takeaways from the Los Angeles Rams' overtime win over the Chicago Bears, and predicts which teams will be the last two standing on Super Sunday. Rich weighs in on the Patriots forcing 5 Texans turnovers, including 4 CJ Stroud interceptions, in New England's Divisional Round win over Houston. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tom Curran and Phil Perry react to the Patriots' 28-16 win over the Houston Texans to advance to their first AFC Championship Game since the 2018 season.0:00- Patriots beat Texans 28-16 to advance to the AFC Championship Game against the Broncos1:00- Were you surprised at all about the way this game played out?4:45- Patriots come up with another masterstroke defensive gameplan to slow down C.J. Stroud and Houston's offense11:50- Texans defense was "as advertised" against New England's offense17:30- Drake Maye's sloppy play cause for concern, or were winning plays when it mattered what we should focus on?25:35- What a turnaround for Rhamondre Stevenson this season32:15- Is the national media finally going to buy-in on this team heading into the AFC Championship Game vs. Denver and Jarrett Stidham? WATCH every episode of the Patriots Talk podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCSpatriotsFacebookInstagramTikTok Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
What if the road itself doesn't want you to leave? On this episode of New England Legends, Jeff Belanger and Ray Auger head to Sterling, where a quiet stretch of Main Street hides one of New England's strangest roadside mysteries. Locals say this land once belonged to a witch—and she never gave it up. Put your car in neutral on Gravity Hill, take your foot off the brake, and something unseen is said to push you uphill, driving trespassers off her property. Is it a ghostly shove from beyond the grave…or a trick of gravity, perception, and folklore? With engines off and nerves on edge, Jeff and Ray put the legend to the test, separating physics from paranormal in a place where the road may have a mind of its own. Neutral gear. No engine. No explanations.Just one haunting question—what's really pushing you uphill? Listen ad-free plus get early access and bonus episodes at: https://www.patreon.com/NewEnglandLegends Follow Jeff Belanger here: https://jeffbelanger.com/ The Legend of Gravity Hill - A New England Legends Podcast PLEASE SUPPORT THE ADVERTISERS THAT SUPPORT THIS SHOW RULA - Get the mentalhealthcare that works with you—not against your budget www.Rula.com/P60 True Classic - Step into your new home for the best clothes at True Classic www.TrueClassic.com/P60 Raycon Everyday Earbuds - Save up to 30% Off at www.buyraycon.com/truecrimenetworkMint Mobile - To get your new wireless plan for just $15 a month, and get the plan shipped to your door for FREE, go to www.MintMobile.com/P60Cozy Earth - Begin your sleep adventure on the best bedding and sleepwear with Cozy Earth: https://cozyearth.com/ use Promo Code P60 for up to 40% off savings!Love & Lotus Tarot with Winnie Schrader - http://lovelotustarot.com/Visit Minnesota's premiere haunted hotel, The Palmer House -https://www.thepalmerhousehotel.com/ OR Call Now and Book a Room -320-351-9100 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Munaf Manji and Dave Essler talk betting for Monday January 19th. The NFL divisional weekend delivered dramatic finishes, decisive turnovers, and major implications for the championship round, as discussed by Munaf Manji and Dave Essler while breaking down every game through a betting focused lens. Denver opened the weekend with a 33 to 30 overtime win over Buffalo, a game defined by mistakes and attrition. The Bills turned the ball over five times, including four giveaways credited to Josh Allen, continuing a postseason pattern that has now seen him lose every overtime playoff appearance. Denver capitalized with a plus four turnover margin, but the victory came at a steep cost when quarterback Bo Nix suffered a broken foot or ankle on the second to last play of overtime. Sean Payton confirmed Nix will undergo surgery and miss the remainder of the season, forcing Jared Stidham into the AFC Championship Game. Buffalo responded swiftly by firing head coach Sean McDermott, ending an era marked by consistent playoff appearances but repeated postseason disappointment. Saturday night was a rout in Seattle, where the Seahawks overwhelmed an injury ravaged San Francisco team 41 to 6. A kickoff return touchdown set the tone, and Seattle never looked back, forcing three turnovers while committing none. Kenneth Walker led the way with 116 rushing yards and three total touchdowns, while the Seahawks defense held the 49ers under four yards per play, one of the lowest outputs of Kyle Shanahan's tenure. Sunday began with New England eliminating Houston 28 to 16 in a game where turnovers again told the story. C.J. Stroud struggled under pressure, and the Patriots converted short fields into touchdowns while Houston settled repeatedly for field goals. Injuries compounded the Texans' issues, leaving Stroud without key targets as the Patriots advanced behind a disciplined defensive game plan. The weekend closed with the Rams edging Chicago 20 to 17 in overtime, another contest decided by mistake free football. Los Angeles avoided turnovers entirely, while Caleb Williams threw an interception after winning the overtime coin toss, echoing Buffalo's earlier collapse. Sean McVay's situational decisions and clean execution pushed the Rams into the NFC Championship, setting up a third divisional matchup with Seattle. From a betting perspective, Essler highlighted what he views as market overreactions, particularly in the Patriots opening as significant favorites in Denver despite the quarterback change, and Seattle being potentially overvalued after dismantling a depleted opponent. Across all four games, the theme remained consistent, teams that protected the football advanced, while those that did not were left planning for next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Seth and Sean defend to a listener how harsh they're being on CJ Stroud and react to LeSean McCoy saying CJ Stroud showed no fight in New England.
Seth and Sean discuss how bad CJ Stroud was in yesterday's loss in New England.
Seth and Sean discuss how awful CJ Stroud played in the Texans' loss in New England, the Texans offense being a disaster operation yesterday, and go through the day's Headlines.
Seth and Sean discuss how awful CJ Stroud played in the Texans' loss in New England, the Texans offense being a disaster operation yesterday, go through the day's Headlines, dive into the Texans squandering their elite defense, re-live the loss through the voice of Vandy, give credit in Acknowledge Me, and react to LeSean McCoy saying CJ Stroud showed no fight.
(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the show by breaking down the Patriots win over the Texans in the Divisional Round of the Playoffs.(12:01) The guys react to comments made by Kennedy Stidham, wife of Denver Broncos QB Jarrett Stidham, in reference to cold New England weather. With Bo Nix ruled out, Stidham will get the start vs his old team in the AFC Championship Game. (22:02) C.J. Stroud throws 4 Interceptions, all in the first half. Zolak, Beetle & McKone analyze C.J. Stroud's performance. Callers begin to weigh in.(31:46) More breakdown of the Pats-Texans game. More callers' thoughts on the game.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Joe Drago used to be a commercial fisherman in New England and now sails a Cape Dory 45 ketch based in New York and runs Sailing Resolution, a sailing adventure charter business. We talk about how he got involved in commercial fishing, lessons about seamanship learned from commercial fishing, fishing in foul weather, being washed overboard while longlining in the Gulf Stream, his rescue, safety gear, responding to a mayday, things commercial fishermen wish sailors did differently, towing signals, radar and AIS, sleeping while singlehanding, communication with commercial vessels, the Gulf Stream and wind against current, his boat Resolution - a Cape Dory 45 ketch, Airex foam coring, sailing a ketch, redundant and simplified systems on his boat, personal MOB AIS beacons, bronze deck fitting, chain plates, dragging anchor, sailing and climbing in Newfoundland, tips for staying warm and dry in cold wet weather, St Pierre (French island near Newfoundland), favorite anchorage in Maine, and more. Photos and links are on the podcast shownotes page Support the show through Patreon
Patriots quarterback Drake Maye addresses the media following New England's 28-16 win over the Houston Texans in the Divisional Round on Sunday, January 18, 2026.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Patriots quarterback Drake Maye calls in to WEEI's "Afternoon Show" on Monday, January 19, 2026. Maye discusses the win over the Texans, overcoming the Texans defense, how New England's defense stepped up, the electric atmosphere at Gillette Stadium, the role the weather played in the game and looking ahead to the AFC Championship game against the Denver Broncos.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Patriots Head Coach Mike Vrabel addresses the media following New England's 28-16 win over the Houston Texans in the Divisional Round on Sunday, January 18, 2026.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of JacquesTalk we discuss the NFL playoffs from several different aspects. We talked about Caleb Williams' emergence as an elite quarterback, C.J. Stroud's raggedy performance against New England and Matt Stafford's performance that has solidified him as a first-ballot Hall of Fame player.
In this video, we dive deep into the chilling unsolved disappearance of Virginia Douglas in Maine—a case that has remained one of the most perplexing and eerie mysteries in New England. This case has sparked decades of true crime theories, local folklore, and widespread speculation, blurring the lines between reality, myth, and the unknown. Join us as we explore the timeline of Virginia Douglas' vanishing, the official investigation, and the unsettling circumstances surrounding her last known moments. We'll break down the police reports, eyewitness accounts, and cryptic clues that continue to baffle experts and armchair detectives alike. This video isn't just a typical true crime case analysis—we'll also dive into the urban legends, creepy lore, and paranormal theories that have grown around this mysterious case. From tales of strange forest creatures and missing persons clusters to theories involving secret experiments and unexplained phenomena, the disappearance of Virginia Douglas taps into something far deeper than just a simple missing person report. As we connect the dots, we'll also discuss how this case fits into larger narratives about mysterious vanishings in wilderness areas, exploring possible explanations rooted in science, psychology, and environmental hazards. We'll look into the missing 411 phenomenon, disorientation syndromes, and even theoretical topics like time slips and dimensional shifts—all of which have been mentioned in connection with this haunting disappearance. If you enjoy true crime, unsolved mysteries, dark folklore, animation recreations, and science-based analysis, this video is tailored for you. We blend cinematic visuals, animated recreations, and eerie narration to fully immerse you in the chilling details of the case. Than you for watching Roanoke Tales and I hope you enjoy learning about The chilling outcome of Virginia Douglas VANISHING in a crowded store Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/RoanokeTalesPatreon Expect detailed discussions about: The eerie timeline of Virginia Douglas' disappearance Known facts and inconsistencies in the official investigation Local myths surrounding the area where she vanished Lore about cursed lands and supernatural theories Psychological theories like fugue states and wilderness psychosis Links to other Maine disappearances and nationwide missing persons cases This is not just a breakdown of a cold case—it's a deep dive into the unsettling intersection of fact, folklore, and fear. Prepare for a thought-provoking exploration that will leave you questioning the boundaries between reality and the unexplained.
The Celtics blow out the Hawks 132-106 behind a 41pt performance from JB and 30pts from Hauser!! This was an absolute offensive masterpiece. The Celtics scored 52pts in the 2nd quarter and went into halftime with an 82-51 lead and and stretched that all the way up to 43!!! JB's homecoming was elite and Hauser couldn't miss going 7-8 in the first half!! For a complete player analysis and game breakdown, make sure to check out the full podcast!This podcast is brought to you by me, Guy DePlacido. I have been a Loan Officer servicing MA, NH and ME for the last 5 years so if you are looking to buy or refinance, reach out to me today at (978) 804-7756 or email me at guy.deplacido@ccm.com! Like the Boston Celtics, I know that you need a great team behind you to win so this year I am partnering with some of my favorites including Deb Burke, and Collin Tucker.If you're looking to buy or sell a home in the near future meet Deb Burke, your trusted realtor at Compass Real Estate, serving MA and NH. With a passion for finding dream homes, Deb is committed to making your real estate journey a breeze. Whether you're buying or selling, Deb's got your back. Reach out today at 978-930-4621 or email deb.burke@compass.com to start your next chapter. Let's turn your real estate dreams into reality!After getting preapproved with me and finding your home with Deb Burke, you'll want to make sure your home is protected and for that, there is nobody better than Collin Tucker at Berlin Insurance Group. Collin is a local agent but he is licensed in all of New England with over 20+ carriers for auto and home insurance guaranteeing the lowest quote possible. I have worked with Collin so many times not only for my clients insurance needs but mine as well. Reach out to Collin Tucker at Berlin Insurance Group at 508-459-1226 or Collin@berlininsurancegroup.comOne of my favorite things about the Celtics is how much they care and give back to the community and INspire Cafe is following that model too. Inspire Cafe is a Community Cafe in Wakefield on a mission to inspire change and creating a more inclusive world where individuals with diverse abilities are not just included but valued. If you're looking for, not only amazing food, but an opportunity to support a cafe that is inspiring change check out INspire Cafe in Wakefield today!
Dr. Heather LynnHeather is an author, historian, and renegade archaeologist specializing in the investigation of hidden histories, forbidden artifacts, and the symbolic systems that have shaped human civilization. Known for challenging conventional narratives and making complex historical subjects accessible, she brings a rare interdisciplinary lens to her work.Heather's undergraduate training in archaeology and information technology led to a Master's in History, followed by a Doctorate in Education from the University of New England and a Doctorate in Comparative Religion. Her doctoral research at UNE examined how history museums communicate with the public in the digital age, exploring how institutions shape cultural memory, identity, and civic engagement through technology. This work bridged museum studies, sociology, and communication theory, offering insights into how societies curate their own narratives, and what those choices reveal about power, heritage, and truth.Her current research explores the intersection of archaeology, mythology, and power: forgotten temples, anomalous artifacts, elite rituals, and the selective preservation of history. She does not confine herself to the academic mainstream, nor does she chase the fringe for spectacle. Instead, her work asks why certain truths remain buried, and what that reveals about the human condition.Hugh NewmanHugh Newman is an author, documentary maker, world explorer, megalith researcher, and expedition leader. He is the author of Göbekli Tepe and Karahan Tepe: The World's First Megaliths (2023), Stone Circles (2017), Earth Grids: The Secret Pattern of Gaia's Sacred Sites (2008); co-author of Giants On Record: America's Hidden History, Secrets in the Mounds and the Smithsonian Files (2015) and The Giants of Stonehenge and Ancient Britain with Jim Vieira (2021) and contributed to Megalith: Studies In Stone (2018), Sensing The Earth (2020) and Geomancy (2021). He is published in three 'Ancient Origins' e-books and wrote the foreword for Andrew Collins' book: Karahan Tepe: Civilization of the Anunnaki and the Cosmic Origins of the Serpent of Eden (2024). He has been a regular guest on History Channel's Ancient Aliens, UnXplained, Search for the Lost Giants and has featured in The Alaska Triangle (Travel Channel), Forbidden History (Discovery Channel), Secrets of the Ark (Science Channel), Mythic Britain (Smithsonian Channel), Ancient Civilizations (Gaia), Cursed Treasure (History), In Search of Monsters (History), Mysteries of the Pyramids with Dara O Briain (Channel 5) and Ancient Tomorrow (US) TV Shows. He hosts the Megalithomania Podcast (see below) and is a video producer who publishes regular films of his worldwide explorations at www.youtube.com/MegalithomaniaUKTrevor Grassi is an independent researcher, world traveler, writer and filmmaker who has been studying and searching for the Hall of Records at Giza for nearly two decades. In the past few years, he has worked closely with civil engineer and 'Gizatologist', William Brown, at Giza to reveal evidence of underground structures very close to the Sphinx and throughout the plateau. They have shared never-before-seen ground-penetrating radar scans, photos, videos, and personal accounts of the subterranean network of tunnels and chambers that are likely connected to the record chambers described by Edgar Cayce. They are planning an excavation project at the most promising locations in the near future, and have released a three-part documentary series entitled The Secret Underworld of Giza.https://opusmagnum.org/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/earth-ancients--2790919/support.
Patriots' wirter for Sports Illustrated Mike D'Abate joins the show to talk more about the Patriots' matchup with the Texans including how important getting their playoff debuts out of the way will be for New England and the defensive game plan against CJ Stroud and Houston's offense.
The final hour starts with the Headlines featuring two impressive wins from the Celtics and Bruins while Kyle Tucker and Bo Bichette get their big contracts in MLB free agency. Then, especially without Nico Collins, the Texans' offense doesn't seem impressive enough that the Patriots' defense has t do anything different from what they did against the Chargers. And, in making a prediction, Arcand can't shake the bad feelings he's had all week and picks Houston to beat New England on the road.
We continue previewing the AFC Divisional matchup at Gillette and go more into how Drake Maye can beat this Texans' defense. What is Josh McDaniels going to have to dial up to get the ball moving? Then, Mike D'Abate from Sports Illustrated joins the show to further the conversation and explain why the team that wins Sunday will be the most aggressive at the line of scrimmage. And, CJ Stroud and the Houston offense isn't that far off from what New England faced in the Chargers so the defense can provide the same game plan.
The Drunken Odyssey with John King: A Podcast About the Writing Life
On #700, John speaks with the underrated novelist and essay writer Chuck Klosterman about his wickedly funny and ever-insightful new book called Football. They also speak about post-modernism and humor and how audiences perplexingly invert their expectations about reality when reading fiction and non-fiction. John perhaps goes on a rant about the 1985 New England loss in the Super Bowl.
The guys discuss their consumption of Houston sports media. Which version of the Texans will show up in New England? The guys react to bad takes out of New England Featuring Raheel Ramzanali
1990s Vermont college party ambience. So we have our first PG-13 episode — for mild/simulated drug and alcohol use. Nothing harder than flowers or bottles of malt liquor. Also no foul language, fisticuffs, or flirts. Vermont makes for a comfy place to get crunk. It might be instructive if you think of our mildly lawless parties in the Green Mountain State as equal parts trap house and ski lodge. There would be a bong going just feet from a quaint crackling fire, with typically someone knitting a scarf between hits. Flannel everywhere.I recognize that there are folks out there in recovery, and y'all should maybe skip this week's episode. I haven't had anything to drink in a decade this April, so I feel far enough away from that dragon to reminisce somewhat fondly on those off-campus winter get-togethers. (But subscribe before you move on so you can still follow our regularly scheduled cozy chaos).Quick aside on the more mature ambient swing — if you remember back to the aughts, Marvel Studios cracked the formula of comic book movies in their first swing, Iron Man. The formula of adhering to a rigid three-act structure while always employing two bad guys and having our favorite actors and actresses play the superheroes.At about the same time, Lionsgate was releasing Punisher: War Zone, a super-violent movie that plays like unironic McBain. And what separated the opulent violence of Iron Man from the Punisher's financially stable man's views of street justice was a Marvel Knights banner. Gawd, now I have to explain Marvel Knights… look, it's classic 1980s-era anti-hero vibe ****. And a paromasia — the phonetic side of “knight” leading us into imaginings of dark and grimy spaces, and the proper definition of armored soldier also being applicable. Exactly the kind of word play Stan Lee et al got out of the bed in the morning for.Marvel Knights on the comic side was the gritty, ostensibly more realistic take on crime fighting in the mean streets. Helmed in part by Joe Quesada (a small hero of mine from his Ash comic, which portrays a fireman crimefighter)… I should stop.Anyway, all of this to say, I toyed with making a new graphic banner for this episode along the lines of “uncommon ambience Knights.”BOOOOOOOOOOOOOO.Ooph, that was a long walk to get to a thing I almost did. Look, I'm not looking to lose any of my nature-ambience-loving folks by ambushing them with some debaucherous ****. I'm just going to drop a PG-13 on the cover and cross my fingers no one calls me a dork.For this week's episode, I'm remembering my buddy's party magnet on the outskirts of town. It had steam pipe heat and a fireplace, something I had never experienced (most steam heating I dealt with was in apartment buildings or my military school, and never combined with a fireplace). Electronic music could be heard droning in the background though not as loud as the police scanner my buddy insisted be monitored. Cops did stop by occasionally though no one ever heard they were on Winch Hill Rd before they showed up. It was an old house on a hill, prone to howling winds that blasted over the mounds of snow, carving frozen waves and snapping weak tree limbs.On my way up to the front porch, I would plant my surplus beer into the snowpack near the door. Punching the bottles into a frigid cocoon. I never stuck it in the fridge — it'd become communal; I'd be sharing.Front door was never locked; you just walked in and made yourself known. Or not — there was frequently a random dude (wearing flannel) passed out on the floor that no one recognized.Episode cover uses a photo by Yusuf.
CJ Stroud's Charge for Sunday in New England as the Texans Hope to Punch their Ticket to 1st Ever AFC Title Game! full 834 Sat, 17 Jan 2026 01:15:47 +0000 w6UChsx6ABr0r2rFYszO8m4g6blj6Oka nfl,nfl playoffs,cj stroud,houston texans,patriots,nfl news,texans,stroud,nfl news notes,nfl divisional,sports The Drive with Stoerner and Hughley nfl,nfl playoffs,cj stroud,houston texans,patriots,nfl news,texans,stroud,nfl news notes,nfl divisional,sports CJ Stroud's Charge for Sunday in New England as the Texans Hope to Punch their Ticket to 1st Ever AFC Title Game! 2-6PM M-F © 2025 Audacy, Inc. Sports False
An accomplished young musician is about to make her way to Detroit to represent New England in a major music competition! 12-year-old Sofia Hernandez-Williams is a rising star in the cello world, and she's made her way to the top with the help of Project STEP in Boston, which works with young musicians in under-represented communities to offer them opportunities. Project STEP Executive Director Élider DiPaula talks about their mission and work on this week's episode, and Sofia's mom, Caroline Reiner-Williams, joins her daughter to share details about this big opportunity.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today's Sports Daily covers all 4 Divisional Round playoff games this weekend, the Broncos scare me, Seattle is a public favorite, New England hasn't faced a defense of Houstons, and the Rams/Bears in freezing temps.Music written by Bill Conti & Allee Willis (Casablanca Records/Universal Music Group) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
WhoJimmy Ackerson, General Manager of Corralco, ChileRecorded onJuly 24, 2025About CorralcoClick here for a mountain stats overviewLocated in: Curacautín, Araucanía, ChileYear founded: 2003, by Enrique BascurPass affiliations: Indy Pass, Indy+ Pass – 2 days, no blackoutsBase elevation: 4,724 feet (1,440 meters)Summit elevation: 7,874 feet (2,400 meters) top of lifts; 9,400 feet (2,865 meters) hike-toVertical drop: 3,150 feet (960 meters) lift-served; 4,676 feet (1,425 meters) hike-toSkiable acres: 2,475 acres lift served; 4,448 acres (1,800 hectares), including hike-to terrainAverage annual snowfall: 354 inches (899 cm)Trail count: 34Lift count: 7 (1 high-speed quad, 1 double, 5 J-bars)Why I interviewed himThe Andes run the length of South America, 4,300 miles from the southern tip of Argentina north to Venezuela. It is the longest continental mountain range on Earth, nearly six times the length of the Alps and 1,300 miles longer than the Rockies. It is the highest mountain range outside of Asia, topping out at 22,841 feet on Mount Aconcagua, more than a mile higher than the tallest point in the Rockies (14,439-foot Mount Elbert) or Alps (15,772-foot Mont Blanc).So this ought to be one hell of a ski region, right? If the Alps house more than 500 ski areas and the Rockies several hundred, then the Andes ought to at least be in the triple digits?Surprisingly, no. Of the seven nations transected by the Andes, only Argentina and Chile host outdoor, lift-served ski areas. Between the two countries, I'm only able to assemble a list of 37 ski areas, 33 of which skiresort.info categorizes as “temporarily closed” – a designation the site typically reserves for outfits that have not operated over the past several seasons.For skiers hoping to live eternal winter by commuting to the Upside Down each May through October, this roster may be a bit of a record scratch. There just aren't that many ski areas in the Southern Hemisphere. Outside of South America, the balance – another few dozen total - sit in Australia and New Zealand, with scattered novelties such as Afriski lodged at the top of Lesotho. There are probably more ski areas in New England than there are south of the equator.That explains why the U.S.-based multimountain ski passes have been slow to move into the Southern Hemisphere – there isn't much there to move into. Ikon and Mountain Collective each have just one destination on the continent, and it's the same destination: Valle Nevado. Epic offers absolutely nothing in South America.Even with few options, Vail moved south a decade ago with its purchase of Perisher, Australia's largest ski area. That English-speaking nation was a logical first pass frontier, but the five Kangaroo resorts claimed by the Epic and Ikon passes are by far the five largest in the country, and they're a 45-year flight from America. New Zealand is similarly remote, with more but generally less-developed ski areas, and Ikon has established a small presence there.But South America remains mostly wide open, despite its obvious appeal to North Americans: the majesty of the Andes, the novelty of summer skiing, and direct flights with no major timezone hopping required. Mountain Capital Partners has dropped anchor in Chile, purchasing Valle Nevado in 2023, neighboring La Parva the following year, and bidding for also-neighboring El Colorado in 2025 (that sale is pending regulatory review).But perhaps it's time for a broader invasion. Last March, Indy Pass added Corralco as its first South American – and first Southern Hemisphere – ski area. That, as Ackerson and I discuss in the podcast, could be just the start of Indy's ambitions for a continent-spanning (or at least, Argentina- and Chile-spanning) resort network.So this is a good time to start getting to know Chilean skiing. And Ackerson, longtime head of the Chilean Ski Areas Association, former leader of Chilean giants Portillo and Valle Nevado, and a Connecticut-born transplant who has been living the upside-down life for more than 50 years, is probably better suited than anyone on the planet to give us that intro.What we talked aboutReverse ski seasons; why Corralco draws (and retains) so much more snow than any other ski area in Chile; no snowmaking; Corralco as training ground for national ski teams; the logistics of moving a high-speed quad from Holiday Valley, New York to the Chilean Andes; rebuilding a lift as a longer machine; how that lift transformed Corralco; new lift, new alignment; the business impact of replacing a double chair with a high-speed quad; how a dude who grew up in Connecticut with non-skiing parents ended up running a ski area in South America; Chile's allure; Portillo; Chilean skiing past and present; Corralco's founding and evolution; shrinking South American ski areas; Mountain Capital Partners (MCP) buying four more ski areas in Chile after purchasing Valle Nevado in 2023 and La Parva in 2024; the Americans are coming; why La Parva, Valle Nevado, and El Colorado “have to be consolidated” for the benefit of future skiing in Chile; MCP's impact on Chilean skiing so far; “the culture is very different here” both on the hill and off; MCP's challenges as they settle into Chilean skiing; why Corralco joined Indy Pass; a potential Indy Pass network in South America; and getting to Corralco from the U.S., from airplane to access road – “we have no switchbacks.”What I got wrong* In the intro, I said that it was the “heart of ski season in South America.” This was true when we recorded this conversation in July 2025. It's not true in January 2026, when the Chilean ski season is long over.* I said the highest peak in Chile only received a few inches of snow per year and didn't retain it, but I couldn't remember the name of the peak – it is 22,615-foot Ojos del Salado.* I gave new stats for Corralco's high-speed quad, but did not mention where those stats came from – my source was skiresort.info, which catalogues a 4,921-foot length and 1,148-foot vertical drop for the lift, both substantially longer than the 4,230-foot length and 688-foot vertical rise that Lift Blog documents for the antecedent Mardi Gras lift at Holiday Valley, New York. We discuss the logistics and mechanics of moving this machine from North to South America and extending it in the pod. Here are a few pics of this machine I took in New York in January 2022:Podcast NotesOn Corralco's evolving footprintCorralco is a new-ish ski area, at least insofar as public access goes. The 2008 trailmap shows a modest vertical drop served by surface lifts:But growth has been rapid, and by 2022, the ski area resembled modern Corralco, which is now an international training center for athletes:On Camp Jewel, ConnecticutAckerson learned to ski on a two-tow bump called Camp Jewell, a YMCA center in Connecticut. NELSAP has some fun info on this defunct ski area, including photos of what's left of the lifts.On Sigi GrottendorderAckerson's conduit to South American skiing came in the form of Austrian-born Sigi Grottendorfer, who led the ski schools at both Sugarbush, Vermont and Portillo, Chile. He passed away in 2023 – The Valley Reporter ran an obituary with more info on Grottendorfer's expansive and colorful life.On Chile “five years after the coup had occurred”We reference past political instability in Chile, referring to the 1973 coup that launched the military dictatorship of the notorious Augusto Pinochet. The nation transitioned back to democracy in 1990 and is considered safe and stable for tourists by the U.S. State Department.On PortilloWe discuss Portillo, a Chilean ski area whose capacity limits and weeklong ski-and-stay packages result in Windham-is-private-style (it's not) confusion. Skiers can visit Portillo on a day pass. Lift tickets are all of $68. Still, the hotel experience is, by all accounts, pretty rad. Here's the bump:On previous podcastsWe mention a few previous podcast guests who had parallels to Ackerson's story. Bogus Basin GM Brad Wilson also left skiing for several years to run a non-ski resort:Longtime Valle Nevado GM Ricardo Margolis appeared on this podcast in 2023:On the shrinking of Volcán Osorno and PillánI won't reset the entire history here, but I broke down the slow shrinkage of Volcán Osorno and Pillán ski areas when Mountain Capital Partners bid to purchase them last year:On Kamori Kankō buying HeavenlyFor a brief period, Japanese company Kamori Kankō owned Steamboat and Heavenly. The company sold both to American Skiing Company in 1997, and they eventually split owners, with Heavenly joining Vail's roster in 2002, and Steamboat now part of Alterra by way of Intrawest. Today, Kamori Kankō appears to operate five ski areas in Japan, all in Hokkaido, most notably Epic Pass partner Rusutsu:On MCP's free season passes for kids 12 and underOne pretty cool thing that Mountain Capital Partners has brought to Chile from its U.S. HQ is free season passes for kids 12 and under. It's pretty incredible:On Sugarbush Ackerson worked for a long time at Sugarbush, an Alterra staple and one of the best overall ski areas in New England. It's a fully modern resort, with the exception of the knockout Castle Rock terrain, which still spins a double chair on all-natural snow:On skiing El ColoradoWe discuss the insane, switchbacking access road up to El Colorado/La Parva/Valle Nevado from Santiago:The route up to Corralco is far more suited to mortals:The Storm explores the world of lift-served skiing year-round. Join us. Get full access to The Storm Skiing Journal and Podcast at www.stormskiing.com/subscribe
What are the expectations for the rest of Pats season, is this just house money or should they go all the way? Wiggy asks if New England is a destination once again.
Seth and Sean discuss if CJ Stroud will bounce back in New England this Sunday, pick 6 Texans who SWARMed vs the Steelers that they think will do the same vs the Patriots, and assess if they'd be happy if DeMeco has a career like Mike Tomlin's.
Seth and Sean discuss how concerned they are that the Patriots could make things hard for the Texans with designed QB runs, snow being predicted Sunday, what the Patriots bringing in Darrell Taylor actually means for the Texans, go through the Headlines, talk about if CJ Stroud will bounce back in New England this Sunday, pick 6 Texans who SWARMed vs the Steelers that they think will do the same vs the Patriots, assess if they'd be happy if DeMeco has a career like Mike Tomlin's, talk with 3-Time SB Champ and former 610 host Ted Johnson about the Texans-Patriots matchup, lay out 5 reasons they hate the Patriots, lay out the top storylines for the 3 other divisional round games this weekend, see if any of the bad takes from the week can dethrone current champ Mel Kiper, discuss which former Texans they want the team to get out there and win for on Sunday, assess what needs to happen for the Texans to win, and see what Reggie and Lopez have going on.
The NFL landscape could be on the line this Sunday at Gillette when the Patriots face the Texans and from the New England perspective, there's a pantheon game on deck for Drake Maye.
The third hour begins with the Headlines featuring John Harbaugh finding his next team to coach, another big sports betting scandal, and a high school basketball player who dropped 100 points. Then, Christian falls for a fictional post regarding the Phantom Gourmet and applauds two New England states for being the healthiest in the country in the New England Nightly News. And, looking from Houston's perspective it seems like the Texans have some PTSD from other playoff matchups with the Patriots even though none of those Pats will be a part of this matchup.
There is still time to look back on the Patriots' win over the Chargers which validates how Mike Vrabel has managed the offseason and regular season. What would a win over Houston do for the already-there validation for New England? Then, Robert Kraft will be in a great light if the Pats beat the Texans for his firing of Jerod Mayo and slam dunk hiring of Mike Vrabel. And, the defense seemingly carried the Pats in their win over the Chargers, but can they do it again versus Houston?
A fictional post shows the Phantom Gourmet taking over the space left by Time Out Market Boston and two New England states top surveys as the healthiest states in the US in the New England Nightly News.
The Celtics beat the Heat 119-114 behind an absolutely insane Anfernee Simons game. He scored a franchise record 39pts off the bench and carried this Celtics team on his back!!! The CEltics were down by as many as 19pts in this game and stayed down double digits for the majority of the night but the 4th quarter, Simons scored 18 and buried the Heat! For the full player analysis and game breakdown, check out the full podcast!This podcast is brought to you by me, Guy DePlacido. I have been a Loan Officer servicing MA, NH and ME for the last 5 years so if you are looking to buy or refinance, reach out to me today at (978) 804-7756 or email me at guy.deplacido@ccm.com! Like the Boston Celtics, I know that you need a great team behind you to win so this year I am partnering with some of my favorites including Deb Burke, and Collin Tucker.If you're looking to buy or sell a home in the near future meet Deb Burke, your trusted realtor at Compass Real Estate, serving MA and NH. With a passion for finding dream homes, Deb is committed to making your real estate journey a breeze. Whether you're buying or selling, Deb's got your back. Reach out today at 978-930-4621 or email deb.burke@compass.com to start your next chapter. Let's turn your real estate dreams into reality!After getting preapproved with me and finding your home with Deb Burke, you'll want to make sure your home is protected and for that, there is nobody better than Collin Tucker at Berlin Insurance Group. Collin is a local agent but he is licensed in all of New England with over 20+ carriers for auto and home insurance guaranteeing the lowest quote possible. I have worked with Collin so many times not only for my clients insurance needs but mine as well. Reach out to Collin Tucker at Berlin Insurance Group at 508-459-1226 or Collin@berlininsurancegroup.comOne of my favorite things about the Celtics is how much they care and give back to the community and INspire Cafe is following that model too. Inspire Cafe is a Community Cafe in Wakefield on a mission to inspire change and creating a more inclusive world where individuals with diverse abilities are not just included but valued. If you're looking for, not only amazing food, but an opportunity to support a cafe that is inspiring change check out INspire Cafe in Wakefield today!
Fitzy thinks MLB should really consider adding a salary cap after the Dodgers signed Kyle tucker. Ted is rooting for a Patriots vs. Bills AFC Championship next weekend. Hart thinks Drake and Ann Michael Maye are New England's next power couple.
Topics discussed: Why Patriots' fans are expecting a New England win on Sunday after initially fearing a matchup with the Texans // Patriots' QB Drake Maye discusses the Texans' defense and the importance of having fun on the field in midweek press conference // NFL analyst Greg Cosell shuts down Patriots' LB Robert Spillane // NBC Sports Boston's Tom E. Curran shares his expectations for Drake Maye and the Patriots vs. the Texans // Evaluating the QB matchup in Sunday's Pats-Texans game // What was the expectation vs. the reality for Patriots' WR Stefon Diggs this season? // NESN Bruins analyst Andrew Raycroft on what made Zdeno Chara a one-of-a-kind player for Boston // Drafting the most impactful position groups + units in the Patriots-Texans matchup Sunday // Three Point Stance, The Drive, Odds and Ends + more!
Sam Alexander is the head coach of the men's cross country and track & field teams at Connecticut College (Jason's alma mater!). Sam recently coached the track team to a historically high finish at the New England championships and helped the cross country team qualify for the National Championships for only the second time in program history. This episode focuses on development - or, how to progress through beginner to advanced stages of running. We discuss: Athletic development for college runners vs. new runners The "order of operations" of development How to build speed and mitigate injury risk "Fundamental" workouts that build specific skills Talking to college coaches is always educational because these are the operators, those in the trenches with athletes every day in high-stakes, performance-driven environments. We can learn a lot from Sam! Resources & Links from the show: Follow Conn XC/Track on Instagram Listen to my interview with Conn's prior coach Jim Butler (Jason's coach) Training Excerpt! See a week of training from college cross country Connecticut College Men's Track Program info Develop with fewer injuries! Please subscribe or follow the podcast and if you'd like to support us, support our advertising partners! Thanks Previnex Previnex is offering 15% off your first purchase at previnex.com with code jason15. And big news: Muscle Health Plus - a unique combination of amino acids, creatine, and ingredients that aid protein synthesis and absorption of amino acids - has an all new citrus flavor that is much tastier than black cherry. Now's the time to try Muscle Health Plus because this is your anti-soreness supplement. It will help you prevent muscle damage, which is particularly important for aging runners who want to protect themselves from muscle loss and recover faster after hard workouts. I love Previnex because they adhere to the highest of standards: their ingredients are clinically proven to do what they say they're going to do, ingredients are tested, and they donate vitamins to kids in need. So yes, Muscle Health Plus has ingredients that are clinically proven to improve protein synthesis and the absorption of amino acids - critical for helping promote lean muscle mass, strength, recovery, and better body composition. Kelly just used the Jason15 discount code and wrote, "Muscle Health Plus has allowed me to recover much more quickly from my long runs and strength workouts. Plus, I just feel I have more energy!" Jordan left a review that said, "Love the Muscle Health Plus formula. Hard to find such a complete blend like this that's stimulant free. I Notice I'm stronger in the gym when taking this regularly." Finally, Nancy said "I definitely feel stronger. My muscles don't get as fatigued during my workouts." That's what I love about Previnex. Their products just work!" Get 15% off your first Previnex purchase by using code jason15 at checkout. Visit previnex.com, now with international shipping, and just remember: they offer a 30-day money back guarantee where if you don't feel benefits on their product you get your money back no questions asked. Thank you LMNT! A big thanks to LMNT for their support of this episode! They make electrolyte drinks for athletes and low-carb folks with no sugar, artificial ingredients, or colors. They are offering a free gift with your purchase at LMNT. And this does NOT have to be your first purchase. You'll get a sample pack with every flavor so you can try them all before deciding what you like best. And BIG news! Their newest flavor is now permanently available : LEMONADE SALT! LMNT's products have some of the highest sodium concentrations that you can find. Anybody who runs a lot knows that sodium, as well as other electrolytes like magnesium and potassium, are essential to our performance and how we feel throughout the day. LMNT is my favorite way to hydrate. I'm now in the habit of giving away boxes of LMNT at group runs around Denver and Boulder and everyone loves this stuff. Boost your performance and your recovery with LMNT. They're the exclusive hydration partner to Team USA Weightlifting and quite a few professional baseball, hockey, and basketball teams are on regular subscriptions. So check out LMNT to get a free sampler pack and get your hydration optimized for the upcoming season.
In this engaging episode of the HVAC School podcast, host Bryan Orr sits down with Leo and Paul Sharkey, a father-son duo of mechanical engineers who made the leap into the HVAC business. Leo and Paul share their remarkable journey of purchasing an HVAC company in September 2020 and quadrupling its revenue within five years. Their engineering backgrounds bring a refreshing, data-driven perspective to an industry that often relies on rules of thumb and outdated practices. The Sharkeys operate in the challenging Northeast market, where homes can date back to the 1600s and 1700s. They discuss the eye-opening discovery that traditional HVAC sizing methods—like the simplistic "one ton per 400 square feet" rule—fail dramatically in older housing stock. Their commitment to running thousands of Manual J calculations has transformed their approach, often resulting in smaller, more efficient systems than competitors propose. The conversation dives deep into the unique challenges of working with centuries-old New England homes, including extreme infiltration rates, non-linear heat loss curves during harsh winters, and the complications of mixing modern additions with ancient construction. Beyond sizing, Leo and Paul tackle the practical realities of heat pump installations in cold climates. They explain why turndown ratio is critical, how they handle homes with heat loads that triple their cooling loads, and when backup heating systems are truly necessary. Their consultative approach rejects the "one-size-fits-all" mentality that has flooded the market with incentive-chasing installations. They candidly discuss the problems created by Massachusetts' generous rebate programs, which have attracted fly-by-night operators who prioritize rebate qualifications over proper design and long-term performance. The episode also explores the balance between ductless and ducted systems, revealing when each approach makes economic and technical sense. The Sharkeys share fascinating case studies, from a 1748 house with the equivalent of a full-size door's worth of air leakage to underground concrete dome homes requiring specialized dehumidification. Their willingness to take on complex projects that other contractors avoid demonstrates how engineering thinking, combined with trade expertise, can solve challenging HVAC problems. This conversation is essential listening for anyone serious about understanding cold climate HVAC design, building science principles, and what it takes to deliver quality comfort solutions in real-world conditions. Topics Covered Engineering background transition to HVAC - How mechanical engineering experience in semiconductors and manufacturing informed their HVAC business approach Manual J calculations and proper sizing - Running 7,000-9,000 Manual J calculations over five years and why they typically specify smaller systems than competitors Old New England housing challenges - Working with homes from the 1600s-1700s, extreme infiltration rates, and heat loss characteristics of ancient construction Heat load vs. cooling load imbalances - Managing homes where heat loads can be triple the cooling loads and how this affects system design Heat pump turndown ratios - Why equipment turndown capability is critical for shoulder seasons and preventing short cycling in cold climates Cold weather performance and derating - Equipment capacity loss at low ambient temperatures and the importance of proper backup heat sizing Ductless vs. ducted system economics - When to choose multi-zone ductless over ducted systems based on home layout, infrastructure, and cost Retrofit complications in mixed construction - Dealing with homes that combine 200-year-old sections with modern additions on the same heating system Massachusetts incentive programs - How Mass Save rebates (up to $25,000 financing + $10,000 rebates) have impacted market quality and contractor behavior Installation challenges at low temperatures - Field issues including undersized ductwork, poor equipment placement, defrost cycle complications, and electric backup heat requirements Building science fundamentals - Blower door testing, weatherization impacts, infiltration effects on heat load, and wind loading considerations Consultative sales approach - Rejecting one-size-fits-all solutions and customizing system recommendations based on home characteristics and homeowner needs Backup heating strategies - When and why fuel-based backup systems are necessary, including power outage considerations and client comfort levels Complex project examples - Case studies including underground concrete dome homes, storage closet air handler installations, and severely under-designed retrofit corrections Learn more about Leo and Paul's business, Jay Moody HVAC, at https://jaymoodyhvac.com/. 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Joe Buck will be on the call this Sunday when the Patriots face off against the Texans. Phil Perry catches up with Joe to discuss what he saw last week while calling the Texans game and gets his opinion on which legendary QB he compares Drake Maye to. Later, Phil previews the CFB Championship game and answers your mailbag questions.00:00 Patriots host Texans on Sunday1:30 Joe Buck on his relationship with New England sports fans6:00 Buck compares Maye to an all-time great9:00 Buck's Patriots-Texans preview16:30 Players to keep an eye on during CFB Championship