Podcasts about New England

Why do we still dial phones with no dials, roll down windows that don't roll, and store things in cupboards that hold no cups? In this episode of The Box of Oddities, Kat and Jethro explore linguistic ghost limbs—words and phrases that outlived the objects they once described. From cupboard, dashboard, and glove box to carbon copy, footage, horsepower, and deadlines, language refuses to let go of the past. These verbal fossils reveal how history lingers in everyday speech through semantic shift, fossilized metaphors, and semantic bleaching. Then the show heads deep into New England folklore with the chilling legend of the Melon Heads of Connecticut—grotesque figures said to haunt back roads like Velvet Street and the edges of Roosevelt Forest. Are they escaped asylum patients, outcasts turned monsters, or something far darker? Language is haunted. So are the woods. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WEEI's own Meghan Ottolini joins in studio to talk more about the Patriots' loss to the Bills and starts getting into potential friction between Mike Vrabel and Josh McDaniels. Is there something bigger from this past week of preparation?

The show welcomes Christopher Price, Patriots beat reporter for The Boston Globe and host of "The Patriots Report" podcast. Now that the team has emerged from its — short lived — time in the wilderness, how does that impact local fandom? Where are Patriots supporters, emotionally? Also, we chat Brady, parade fatigue, and sacred Sundays in New England. My L.L. Bean "bus stop shoe" "Hello" Brady Returns promo — bonkers! Have feedback on this episode or ideas for upcoming topics? DM me on Instagram, email me, or send a voice memo. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nick Reiner has hired an attorney that the New England market is familiar with in Alan Jackson, and the FBI doubted it had probable cause to raid Mar-a-lago.  Visit the Howie Carr Radio Network website to access columns, podcasts, and other exclusive content.

Tune-in as we breakdown the Patriots 35-31 loss to the Buffalo Bills. We talk what went wrong in the second half and what they could have done to improve production on both sides of the ball. We dive into necessary fixes ahead of New England's primetime matchup against the Ravens including the run game and defense. Plus, we discuss the loss' implications on the AFC East and playoff pictures, and clinching scenarios in Week 16.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hosts Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon break down all the biggest storylines from around the NFL and College Football — from massive playoff implications to a shifting Super Bowl picture and a loaded CFP first round slate. We cover — the Broncos making a statement win over the Packers and why Denver suddenly looks like a legitimate Super Bowl favorite in the AFC. Bo Nix delivers his best performance of the season, the offense finds balance, and the defense remains elite as questions about Denver’s ceiling are officially answered. On the other side, the Packers’ season takes a dramatic turn as injuries pile up, including Micah Parsons, leaving Green Bay limping toward the playoffs and no longer looking like a true contender. Plus — the Chiefs dynasty over? Kansas City falls again as the offense continues to look broken, and we dive into what the future holds for Patrick Mahomes, potential roster turnover, and why this feels like a rebuild rather than a reboot. Meanwhile, Jim Harbaugh’s Chargers keep finding ways to win despite major offensive line issues, showing just how much coaching still matters in the NFL. We also break down Josh Allen once again putting the cape on as the Bills storm back from down 21–0 against the Patriots. While Allen has carried Buffalo over the past month, major concerns remain about the Bills’ defense and their ability to survive in the playoffs. On the New England side, we discuss how quickly the Patriots have closed the gap under Vrabel and McDaniels, Drake Maye’s growth, and why this team feels ahead of schedule. In other NFL action, the Rams continue to look like a Super Bowl-caliber team as Matthew Stafford plays at an MVP level and the run game surges late in the season. We ask whether the Lions have ruined their playoff hopes, why Detroit’s defense remains a glaring issue, and how dangerous Los Angeles could be down the stretch.  In College Football, we make our picks for the CFP first round — breaking down Alabama vs Oklahoma, Texas A&M vs Miami, Ole Miss vs Tulane, and James Madison at Oregon. We dive into key matchups in the trenches, quarterback play, roster mismatches, and why some of these games may not be as close as they look on paper. Plus — NFL Game Balls, and more.

WhoMike Giorgio, Vice President and General Manager of Stowe Mountain, VermontRecorded onOctober 8, 2025About StoweClick here for a mountain stats overviewOwned by: Vail Resorts, which also owns:Located in: Stowe, VermontYear founded: 1934Pass affiliations:* Epic Pass: unlimited access* Epic Local Pass: unlimited access with holiday blackouts* Epic Northeast Value Pass: 10 days with holiday blackouts* Epic Northeast Midweek Pass: 5 midweek days with holiday blackouts* Access on Epic Day Pass All and 32 Resort tiers* Ski Vermont 4 Pass – up to one day, with blackouts* Ski Vermont Fifth Grade Passport – 3 days, with blackoutsClosest neighboring U.S. ski areas: Smugglers' Notch (ski-to or 40-ish-minute drive in winter, when route 108 is closed over the notch), Bolton Valley (:45), Cochran's (:50), Mad River Glen (:55), Sugarbush (:56)Base elevation: 1,265 feet (at Toll House double)Summit elevation: 3,625 feet (top of the gondola), 4,395 feet at top of Mt. MansfieldVertical drop: 2,360 feet lift-served, 3,130 feet hike-toSkiable acres: 485Average annual snowfall: 314 inchesTrail count: 116 (16% beginner, 55% intermediate, 29% advanced)Lift count: 12 (1 eight-passenger gondola, 1 six-passenger gondola, 1 six-pack, 3 high-speed quads, 1 fixed-grip quad, 1 triple, 2 doubles, 2 carpets)Why I interviewed himThere is no Aspen of the East, but if I had to choose an Aspen of the East, it would be Stowe. And not just because Aspen Mountain and Stowe offer a similar fierce-down, with top-to-bottom fall-line zippers and bumpy-bumps spliced by massive glade pockets. Not just because each ski area rises near the far end of densely bunched resorts that the skier must drive past to reach them. Not just because the towns are similarly insular and expensive and tucked away. Not just because the wintertime highway ends at both places, an anachronistic act of surrender to nature from a mechanized world accustomed to fencing out the seasons. And not just because each is a cultural stand-in for mechanized skiing in a brand-obsessed, half-snowy nation that hates snow and is mostly filled with non-skiers who know nothing about the activity other than the fact that it exists. Everyone knows about Aspen and Stowe even if they'll never ski, in the same way that everyone knows about LeBron James even if they've never watched basketball.All of that would be sufficient to make the Stowe-is-Aspen-East argument. But the core identity parallel is one that threads all these tensions while defying their assumed outcome. Consider the remoteness of 1934 Stowe and 1947 Aspen, two mountains in the pre-snowmaking, pre-interstate era, where cutting a ski area only made sense because that's where it snowed the most. Both grew in similar fashion. First slowly toward the summit with surface lifts and mile-long single chairs crawling up the incline. Then double chairs and gondolas and snowguns and detachable chairlifts. A ski area for the town evolves into a ski area for the world. Hotels a la luxe at the base, traffic backed up to the interstate, corporate owners and $261 lift tickets.That sounds like a formula for a ruined world. But Stowe the ski area, like Aspen Mountain the ski area, has never lost its wild soul. Even buffed out and six-pack equipped and Epic Pass-enabled, Stowe remains a hell of a mountain, one of the best in New England, one of my favorite anywhere. With its monster snowfalls, its endless and perfectly spaced glades, its never-groomed expert zones, its sprawling footprint tucked beneath the Mansfield summit, its direct access to rugged and forbidding backcountry, Stowe, perhaps the most western-like mountain in the East, remains a skier's mountain, a fierce and humbling proving ground, an any-skier's destination not because of its trimmings, but because of the Christmas tree itself.Still, Stowe will never be Aspen, because Stowe does not sit at 8,000 feet and Stowe does not have three accessory ski areas and Stowe the Town does not grid from the lift base like Aspen the Town but rather lies eight miles down the road. Also Stowe is owned by Vail Resorts, and can you just imagine? But in a cultural moment that assumes ski area ruination-by-the-consolidation-modernization-mega-passification axis-of-mainstreaming, Aspen and Stowe tell mirrored versions of a more nuanced story. Two ski areas, skinned in the digital-mechanical infrastructure that modernity demands, able to at once accommodate the modern skier and the ancient mountain, with all of its quirks and character. All of its amazing skiing.What we talked aboutStowe the Legend; Vail Resorts' leadership carousel; ascending to ski area leadership without on-mountain experience; Mount Brighton, Michigan and Midwest skiing; struggles at Paoli Peaks, Indiana; how the Sunrise six-pack upgrade of the old Mountain triple changed the mountain; whether the Four Runner quad could ever become a six-pack; considering the future of the Lookout Double and Mansfield Gondola; who owns the land in and around the ski area; whether Stowe has terrain expansion potential; the proposed Smugglers' Notch gondola connection and whether Vail would ever buy Smuggs; “you just don't understand how much is here until you're here”; why Stowe only claims 485 acres of skiable terrain; protecting the Front Four; extending Stowe's season last spring; snowmaking in a snowbelt; the impact and future of paid parking; on-mountain bed-base potential; Epic Friend 50 percent off lift tickets; and Stowe locals and the Epic Pass.What I got wrongOn detailsI noted that one of my favorite runs was not a marked run at all: the terrain beneath the Lookout double chair. In fact, most of the trail beneath this mile-plus-long lift is a market run called, uh, “Lookout.” So I stand corrected. However, the trailmap makes this full-throttle, narrow bumper – which feels like skiing on a rising tide – look wide, peaceful, and groomable. It is none of those things, at least for its first third or so.On skiable acres* I said that Killington claimed “like 1,600 acres” of terrain – the exact claimed number is 1,509 acres.* I said that Mad River Glen claimed far fewer skiable acres than it probably could, but I was thinking of an out-of-date stat. The mountain claims just 115 acres of trails – basically nothing for a 2,000-vertical-foot mountain, but also “800 acres of tree-skiing access.” The number listed on the Pass Smasher Deluxe is 915 acres.On season closingsI intimated that Stowe had always closed the third weekend in April. That appears to be mostly true for the past two-ish decades, which is as far back as New England Ski History has records. The mountain did push late once, however, in 2007, and closed early during the horrible no-snow winter of 2011-12 (April 1), and the Covid-is-here-to-kill-us-all shutdown of 2020 (March 14).On doing better prepI asked whether Stowe had considered making its commuter bus free, but it, um, already is. That's called Reeserch, Folks.On lift ticket ratesI claimed that Stowe's top lift ticket price would drop from $239 last year to $235 this coming season, but that's inaccurate. Upon further review, the peak walk-up rate appears to be increasing to $261 this coming winter:Which means Vail's record of cranking Stowe lift ticket rates up remains consistent:On opening hoursI said that the lifts at Stowe sometimes opened at “7:00 or 7:30,” but the earliest ski lift currently opens at 8:00 most mornings (the Over Easy transit gondola opens at 7:30). The Fourrunner quad used to open at 7:30 a.m. on weekends and holidays. I'm not sure when mountain ops changed that. Here's the lift schedule clipped from the circa 2018 trailmap:On Mount Brighton, Michigan's supposed trashheap legacyI'd read somewhere, sometime, that Mount Brighton had been built on dirt moved to make way for Interstate 96, which bores across the state about a half mile north of the ski area. The timelines match, as this section of I-96 was built between 1956 and '57, just before Brighton opened in 1960. This circa 1962 article from The Livingston Post, a local paper, fails to mention the source of the dirt, leaving me uncertain as to whether or not the hill is related to the highway:Why you should ski StoweFrom my April 10 visit last winter, just cruising mellow, low-angle glades nearly to the base:I mean, the place is just:I love it, Man. My top five New England mountains, in no particular order, are Sugarbush, Stowe, Jay, Smuggs, and Sugarloaf. What's best on any given day depends on conditions and crowding, but if you only plan to ski the East once, that's your list.Podcast NotesOn Stowe being the last 1,000-plus-vertical-foot Vermont ski area that I featured on the podYou can view the full podcast catalogue here. But here are the past Vermont eps:* Killington & Pico – 2019 | 2023 | 2025* Stratton 2024* Okemo 2023* Middlebury Snowbowl 2023* Mount Snow 2020 | 2023* Bromley 2022* Jay Peak 2022 | 2020* Smugglers' Notch 2021* Bolton Valley 2021* Hermitage Club 2020* Sugarbush 2020 with current president John Hammond | 2020 with past owner Win Smith* Mad River Glen 2020* Magic Mountain 2019 | 2020* Burke 2019On Stowe having “peers, but no betters” in New EnglandWhile Stowe doesn't stand out in any one particular statistical category, the whole of the place stacks up really well to the rest of New England - here's a breakdown of the 63 public ski areas that spin chairlifts across the six-state region:On the Front Four ski runsThe “Front Four” are as synonymous with Stowe as the Back Bowls are with Vail Mountain or Corbet's Couloir is with Jackson Hole. These Stowe trails are steep, narrow, double-plus-fall-line bangers that, along with Castlerock at Sugarbush and Paradise at Mad River Glen, are among the most challenging runs in New England.The problem is determining which of the double-blacks spiderwebbing off the top of Fourrunner are part of the Front Four. Officially, the designation has always bucketed National, Liftline, Goat, and Starr together, but Bypass, Haychute, and Lookout could sub in most days. Credit to Stowe for keeping these wild trails intact for going on a century, but what I said about them “not being for the masses” on the podcast wasn't quite accurate, as the lower portions of many - especially Liftline - are wide, often groomed, and not particularly treacherous. The best end-to-end trail is Goat, which is insanely steep and narrow up top. Here's part of Goat's middle-to-lower section, which is mellower but a good portrayal of New England bumpy, exposed-dirt-and-rocks gnar, especially at the :19 mark:The most glorious ego boost (or ego check) is the few hundred vertical feet of Liftline directly below Fourrunner. Sound on for scrapey-scrape:When the cut trails get icy, you can duck into the adjacent glades, most of which are unmarked but skiable. Here, I bailed into the trees skier's left of Starr to escape the ice rink:On Vail Resorts' leadership shufflesTwelve of Vail's 37 North American ski areas began the 2024-25 ski season with a different leader than they ended the 2023-24 ski season with. This included five of the company's New England resorts, including Stowe. Giorgio, in fact, became the ski area's third general manager in three winters, and the fourth since Vail acquired the ski area in 2017. I asked Giorgio about this, as a follow up to a similar set of questions I'd laid out for Vail Resorts CEO Rob Katz in August:I may be overthinking this, but check this out: between 2017 and 2024, Vail Resorts changed leadership at its North American ski areas more than 70 times - the yellow boxes below mark a new president-general-manager equivalent (red boxes indicate that Vail did not yet own the ski area):To reset my thinking here: I can't say that this constant leadership shuffle is inherently dysfunctional, and most Vail Resorts employees I speak with appreciate the company's upward-mobility culture. And I consistently find Vail's mountain leaders - dozens of whom I have hosted on this podcast - to be smart, earnest, and caring. However, it's hard to imagine that the constant turnover in top management isn't at least somewhat related to Vail Resorts' on-the-ground reputational issues, truncated seasons at non-core ski areas (see Paoli Peaks section below), and general sense that the company's arc of investment bends toward its destination resorts.On Peak ResortsVail purchased all of Peak Resorts, including Mount Snow, where Giorgio worked, in 2019. Here's that company's growth timeline:On Vernon Valley-Great GorgeThe ski area now known as Mountain Creek was Vernon Valley-Great Gorge until 1997. Anyone who grew up in the area still calls the joint by its legacy name.On Paoli Peaks versus Perfect NorthMy hope is that if I complain enough about Paoli Peaks, Vail will either invest enough in snowmaking to tranform it into a functional ski area or sell it. Here are the differences between Paoli's season lengths since 2013 as compared to Perfect North, its competitor that is the only other active ski area in the state:What explains this longstanding disparity, which certainly predates Vail's 2019 acquisition of the ski area? Paoli does sit southwest of Perfect North, but its base is 200 feet higher (600 feet, versus 400 for Perfect), so elevation doesn't explain it. Perfect does benefit from a valley location, which, longtime GM Jonathan Davis told me a few years back, locks in the cold air and supercharges snowmaking. The simplest answer, however, is probably the correct one: Perfect North has built one of the most impressive snowmaking systems on the planet, and they use it aggressively, cranking more than 200 guns at once. At peak operations, Perfect can transform from green grass to skiable terrain in just a couple of days.So yes, Perfect has always been a better operation than Paoli. But check this out: Paoli's performance as compared to Perfect's has been considerably worse in the five full seasons of Vail Resorts' ownership (excluding 2019-20), than in the six seasons before, with Perfect besting Paoli to open by an average of 21 days before Vail arrived, and by 31 days after. Perfect's seasons lasted an average of 25 days longer than Paoli's before Vail arrived, and 38 days longer after:Yes, Paoli is a uniquely challenged ski area, but I'm confident that someone can do a better job running this place than Vail has been doing since 2019. Certainly, that someone could be Vail, which has the resources and institutional knowledge to transform this, or any ski area, into a center of SnoSportSkiing excellence. So far, however, they have declined to do so, and I keep thinking of what Davis, Perfect North's longtime GM, said on the pod in 2022: “If Vail doesn't want [its ski areas in Indiana and Ohio], we'll take them!”On the 2022 Sunrise Six replacement for the tripleIn 2022, Stowe replaced the Mountain triple chair, which sat up a flight of steep steps from the parking lot, with the at-grade Sunrise six-pack. It was the kind of big-time lift upgrade that transforms the experience of an entire ski area for everyone, whether they use the new lift or not, by pulling skiers toward a huge pod of underutilized terrain and away from longtime alpha lifts Fourrunner and the Mansfield Gondola.On Fourrunner as a vert machineStowe's Fourruner high-speed quad is one of the most incredible lifts in American skiing, a lightspeed-fast base-to-summit, 2,040-vertical-foot monster with direct access to some of the best terrain west of A-Basin.The highest vert total in my 54-day 2024-25 ski season came (largely) courtesy of this lift - and I only skied five-and-a-half hours:On Stowe-Smuggs proximity and the proposed gondola and a long drive in winterAdventurous skiers can skin or hike across the top of Stowe's Spruce Peak and ski down into the Smugglers' Notch ski area. An official ski trail once connected them, and Smuggs proposed a gondola connector a couple of years back. If Vail were to purchase sprawling Smuggs, a Canyons-Park City mega-connection – while improbable given local environmental lobbies -could instantly transform Stowe into one of the largest ski areas in the East.On Jay Peak's big snowmaking upgradesI referenced big offseason snowmaking upgrades for water-challenged (but natural-snow blessed), Jay Peak. I was referring to this:This season brings an over $1.5M snowmaking upgrade that's less about muscle and more about brains. We've added 49 brand new HKD Low E air-water snowmaking guns—32 on Queen's Highway and 17 on Perry Merrill. These aren't your drag-'em-out, hook-'em-up, hope-it's-cold-enough kind of guns. They're fixed in place for the season and far more efficient, using much less compressed air than the ones they replace. Translation: better snow, less energy.On Perry Merrill, things get even slicker. We've installed HKD Klik automated hydrants that come with built-in weather stations. The second temps hit 28 degrees wetbulb, these hydrants kick on automatically and adjust the flow as the mercury drops. No waiting, no guesswork, no scrambling the crew. The end result? Those key connecting trails between Tramside and Stateside get covered faster, which means you can ski from one side to the other—or straight back to your condo—without having to hop on a shuttle with your boots still buckled. …It's all part of a bigger 10-year snowmaking plan we're rolling out—more automation, better efficiency, and ultimately, better snow for you to ski and ride on.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

Segment - The Patriots are coming off of their first loss since week three. The crew discusses whether or not New England will be able to get back in the win column against Baltimore.

Segment - After their loss to the Bills, it will be difficult for the New England to catch the Denver for the one seed. What does this mean for a Patriots potential playoff schedule?

Season Seven ends with the Lunch Bunch sharing some gift ideas, and resources they use to stay centered on Christ and connected spiritually through the holidays and new year. (Season Eight will return January 27, 2026)Show Notes:https://prestonwoodwomen.orghttps://www.prestonwoodbookstore.comhttps://www.accessmore.com/pd/Circle-of-Friends-Podcast-with-Point-of-Gracehttps://www.bibleinayear.com Mentioned on this episode…BOOKS:What in the World - LeeAnn MorganGood Apple - Elizabeth PassarellaLook Again- Tim TebowHe Numbered the Pores on My Face - Scarlet HiltibalHere be Dragons - Melanie ShankleSunrise on the Reaping - Suzanne Collins Thursday Murder Club series by Richard OsmanKeeper Series- Charles MartinTimeless Series- Gabrielle MeyerI Just Wish I Had a Bigger Kitchen – Kate StricklerAll Things New – John EldredgePursuing Riley & Calling Paige - Tasha Calvert Set Apart for More - Tasha Calvert (April '26) PODCASTS: Bible in a Year with Dr. Jack GrahamStep Up with Chris KoubaLiberty Convocation Becoming Something with Jonathan PokludaHey, it's the Luskos!PourOver NewsWire Talk (Karen Stubbs)Knowing FaithPassion City DC - Ben StuartGospel in Life - Tim KellerShe Reads TruthCircle of Friends with Point of GraceStart HereCarey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast FOLLOWS:Joni Erickson TadaDr. Henry CloudMoral RevolutionWire Talk with Karen Stubbs (Birds on a Wire)The Savannah BananasMosheh (news)Dry Bar Comedy Hosting What MattersDishitgirl (Dina Deleasa-Gonsar)BibleNerd Ministries (Faith Womack)_the_bookish_blonde (book recs)Brunchwithbabs (grandma wisdom, tips and meal ideas)KJP (Ralph Lauren style plus gorgeous New England photography) DOCUMENTARIES: The Greatest Night in PopThe Perfect NeighborLimitless: Live Better Now with Chris Hemsworth (2025)The American Revolution with Ken Burns (2025)

The Celtics lost to the Pistons 112-105 in another game that they could've/should've won. The Celtics started this game shooting 5-11 from 3 and ended the game shooting 10-39 so in quarters 2-4 they shot just 5-28 which is 17%. Derrick White and JB seemed to be the only 2 that could get any sort of consistent scoring going especially down the stretch. White led the team with 14 4th quarter points alongside JBs 7 so between the 2 of them, they scored 21 of the teams 24 4th quarter pts... They both ended the night with 30+ point performances. The problem is, nobody else seemed to show up. Make sure to tune into the podcast for the full player breakdown and analysis!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!

Tom Curran adds to the Vrabel/McDaniels discussion // Mark Schlereth doesn't look at Patriots different after loss to Bills // The Patriots are a victim of their own success //

Topics discussed: Patriots lose to the Bills; what went wrong in New England's second half collapse // Reacting to Stefon Diggs' comments about the Patriots' loss being "good for them" // How the Patriots can rebound after losing first game in 83 days // Patriots' CB Marcus Jones reacts to controversial pass interference call vs. Bills Sunday // Evaluating the relationship between Mike Vrabel, Josh McDaniels amid first year on Patriots staff together // Patriots' QB Drake Maye breaks down loss to Bills + previews tough road test in Baltimore // Reviewing the biggest NFL storylines from Week 15 in our "Pick-Six parlay" recap // Three Point Stance, The Drive, Odds and Ends + more!

Sheil is joined by Austin Gayle to discuss the biggest things that happened in what was a wild Week 15. (1:55) Micah Parsons injured on a non-contact play (6:53) The pecking order of the NFC (13:45) Bills vs. Patriots (23:46) Broncos win their 11th straight Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Austin Gayle Producer: Brian H. Waters and Chris Sutton Social: Kiera Givens and Isaiah Blakely Production Supervision: Conor Nevins and Arjuna Ramgopowell The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Daniel Jeremiah and Brian Baldinger break down the biggest games from Week 15, starting with a look at the current playoff picture (1:35) and the Bills’ miraculous 21-point comeback on the road in New England (4:00). Then, they dive into Chargers - Chiefs (10:42), Packers - Broncos (18:08), Lions - Rams (22:33), Colts - Seahawks (26:13), Jets - Jaguars (28:26) and Vikings - Cowboys (30:00). Move the Sticks is a part of the NFL Podcasts Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(0:00) Patrick Mahomes tears ACL, Ravens beat Bengals, What's next for the Chiefs? (25:16) Bills beat Patriots, Was the loss good for New England? (43:27) Micah Parsons tears ACL, Is the Packers' season over? (49:52) What's Mahomes' injury mean for the Chiefs' future? (01:11:35) Brou grades Cowboys following loss to Vikings (01:24:08) Broncos beat Patriots, Can they win the Super Bowl? (01:29:06) Caleb Williams outplays Shedeur Sanders, Chiefs eliminated from playoffs (01:52:27) Can the Packers still make a playoff run?  (02:04:09) He Said, We Said (02:11:17) Steelers vs. Dolphins preview, How much pressure is on Aaron Rodgers?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s episode, Jason discusses how a loss to the Denver Broncos - coupled with the injuries to Micah Parsons and Christian Watson - effectively ended the Green Bay Packers season on Sunday, how Josh Allen showed why he is arguably the most feared quarterback in the NFL in a thrilling comeback win over New England, why it's clear that the Kansas City Chiefs need a roster overhaul around Patrick Mahomes in 2026 now that they've officially been eliminated from postseason contention (and Mahomes is out for the year with a torn ACL), the biggest question marks surrounding the Los Angeles Rams and the Seattle Seahawks even as they sit atop the NFC, and whether or not Heisman Trophy winner Fernando Mendoza is really worth of the number one pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Finally, J-Mac closes the show with his Best Bets for Monday Night Football and quick lookahead at the NFL Week 16 lines. #OddCouple Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The White Lady of Easton isn't just a campfire tale. She steps into the road. She dents steel. And for some drivers on Route 59, she changes the color of the world itself.For decades, witnesses have reported a woman in white drifting out of Union Cemetery, a colonial burial ground with a reputation that spans from Connecticut folklore to the files of the Warrens. Police officers, firefighters, commuters… all describing the same figure, the same intersection, the same terrifying moment when she appears directly in front of a moving car.But the real story is stranger. And much older.In this episode, we dig into the history behind Union Cemetery, the tragedies tied to its stones, the possible identities of the White Lady, from grieving mothers to murdered brides to victims thrown into forgotten sinkholes, and the modern chaos that fame brought to this quiet New England town. Because while the legends grow, the dents in the cars, the arrests, and the vandalized graves tell a much more complicated story.A tale of grief, violence, folklore, and the intersection where the living and the dead keep meeting whether they want to or not. hauntedamericanhistory.comPatreon- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/hauntedamericanhistory⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LINKS FOR MY DEBUT NOVEL, THE FORGOTTEN BOROUGHBarnes and Noble -   https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-forgotten-borough-christopher-feinstein/1148274794?ean=9798319693334AMAZON: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FQPQD68SEbookGOOGLE: https://play.google.com/store/books/details?id=S5WCEQAAQBAJ&pli=1KOBO: https://www.kobo.com/us/en/ebook/the-forgotten-borough-2?sId=a10cf8af-5fbd-475e-97c4-76966ec87994&ssId=DX3jihH_5_2bUeP1xoje_SMASHWORD: https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/1853316 !! DISTURB ME !! APPLE - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/disturb-me/id1841532090SPOTIFY - https://open.spotify.com/show/3eFv2CKKGwdQa3X2CkwkZ5?si=faOUZ54fT_KG-BaZOBiTiQYOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/@DisturbMePodcastwww.disturbmepodcast.com TikTok- @hauntedchris LEAVE A VOICEMAIL - 609-891-8658  Twitter- @Haunted_A_HInstagram- haunted_american_historyemail- hauntedamericanhistory@gmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 15, 2025 Hour 1. Mendoza wins Heisman and gives a speech for the ages! Denver wins New England loses. The Starting Five.

Daniel Jeremiah and Brian Baldinger break down the biggest games from Week 15, starting with a look at the current playoff picture (1:35) and the Bills’ miraculous 21-point comeback on the road in New England (4:00). Then, they dive into Chargers - Chiefs (10:42), Packers - Broncos (18:08), Lions - Rams (22:33), Colts - Seahawks (26:13), Jets - Jaguars (28:26) and Vikings - Cowboys (30:00). Move the Sticks is a part of the NFL Podcasts Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Break Room (MONDAY 12/15/25) 6am Hour 1) Don't microwave my sub 2) Avoiding the flu during the holidays 3) The downfall of New England?

We recap Tommy Mules Bills VS Patriots picks from Friday

"Of all the books in the OT, Isaiah is perhaps the richest. Its literary grandeur is unequaled. Its scope is unparalleled. The breadth of its view of God is unmatched. In so many ways it is a book of superlatives. Thus, it is no wonder that Isaiah is the most quoted prophet in the NT, and along with Psalms and Deuteronomy, one of the most frequently cited of all OT books. Study of it is an opportunity for unending inspiration and challenge…it comes to us as a word from God, a revelation of the inevitable conflict between divine glory and human pride, of self-destruction which that pride must bring, and of the grace of God in restoring that destroyed humanity to himself. To read the book with the open eyes of the spirit is to see oneself, at times all too clearly, but also to see God whose holiness is made irresistible by his love." - Dr. John Oswalt from his two-volume commentary on the book of Isaiah. Dr. John Oswalt is our very special guest this week and next on Apologetics Profile. He will be taking us through some of the highlights of this magisterial theological work. His insights will better equip you to give a defense to non-believers who doubt the history and authorship of Isaiah. Dr. John Oswalt Asbury served on the faculty of Asbury Theological seminary from 1970 to 1982 as professor of Old Testament and Semitic languages, and again from 1989 to 1999 as Professor of Old Testament. He rejoined Asbury in 2009 as visiting distinguished professor of Old Testament studies. He has also served as research professor of Old Testament at Wesley Biblical Seminary in Jackson, Miss., from 1999 to 2009, was president of Asbury College from 1983 to 1986, a member of the faculty of Trinity Evangelical Divinity School in Deerfield, Ill., from 1986 to 1989, and  Interim President of Wesley Biblical Seminary, Ridgeland, MS from April 2019 through March 2020.He is the author of 16 books, most notable of which is the two-volume commentary on the book of Isaiah in the New International Commentary of the Old Testament. His most recent book is The Holy One of Israel: Studies in the Book of Isaiah, released in 2014. He has also written numerous articles that have appeared in Bible encyclopedias, scholarly journals and popular religious periodicals. Dr. Oswalt is an ordained minister in the United Methodist Church, with membership in the Kentucky Annual Conference. He has served as a part-time pastor in congregations in New England and Kentucky, and is a frequent speaker in conferences, camps and local churches. Oswalt received a B.A. from Taylor University; a B.D. and Th.M. from Asbury Seminary; and a M.A. and Ph.D. from Brandeis University.The Bible Among the Myths Isaiah CommentaryResources from Watchman Fellowship Watchman Fellowship 4-page Profile on Bart Ehrman by Dr. Rhyne Putman: www.watchman.org/Ehrman FREE: We are also offering a subscription to our 4-page bimonthly Profiles here: www.watchman.org/Free.The complete Profile Notebook (Digital Edition, PDF, over 600-pages): www.watchman.org/DigitalNotebookSUPPORT: Help us create more content like this. Make a tax-deductible donation here: www.watchman.org/give.Apologetics Profile is a ministry of Watchman Fellowship For more information, visit www.watchman.org © 2025 Watchman Fellowship, Inc.

A visiting NFL team lodged nearby the Brown University shooting before Sunday's game at New England. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.

Complete betting recaps and key storylines from every NFL Week 15 game — plus early handicapping and analysis for the Week 16 matchups and best bets from Patrick Meagher and Mike Somich.Holiday Offer — get VSiN Pro through May 1st for $79 with daily picks, real-time betting splits, AI tools, live video, betting guides and coverage of every major sport at VSiN.com/subscribe.In This Episode:Week 15 Overview: Impactful injuries to Micah Parsons & Patrick Mahomes, Playoff race shake upHouston covers vs Cardinals: Arizona still the top over team; Texans are the second-best team in the AFCWeek 16 Atlanta at Arizona: Bet the over; Texans vs Raiders line already up to 14.5—Houston favored to winEagles dominate Raiders: Shutout win; Patrick says Pete Carroll should retire, Philly runs all over Las VegasJaguars vs Jets: Jacksonville executes as expected and handles New YorkBears vs Browns: Chicago wins big; weather plays a factorJosh Allen and Bills comeback vs Patriots: Tale of two halves; Drake Maye better than his stat line but Josh Allen is SupermanWeek 16 New England at Baltimore: Take +2.5 with the PatriotsRavens cover vs Bengals: Joe Burrow harassed all game; ugly watch, Ravens aren't fixed, Bengals are brokenWeek 16 Bengals at Dolphins: Betting the over looks attractiveChiefs lose and are eliminated vs Chargers: Mahomes tears ACL; KC season summarized; Chargers OL still problematicWeek 16 Chiefs at Titans: Bet Titans +3.5 before line dipsCommanders outright winner vs Giants: Fun game; Washington punt return changes outcomeWeek 16 Eagles at Commanders: Philly laying 6 is dubiousWeek 16 Vikings at Giants: McCarthy with two straight good games; Vikings -1.5 preferredSeahawks late winner vs Philip Rivers-led Colts: don't hold this performance against the SeahawksWeek 16 Colts at 49ers (MNF): If Rivers plays, bet San Francisco; if not, bet the overDenver outright winner vs Packers: Micah Parsons injury takes Packers out of the Super Bowl mix; bet Bears with pointsWeek 16 Jaguars at Broncos: Bet Denver or skipSaints beat Panthers: Tyler Shough proving himself as a legit NFL QBRams cover vs Lions: Detroit led most of the game, but Rams offense too much to overcomeWeek 16 Rams at Seahawks: Don't bet without news on Davante Adams and Puka Nacua injuriesVikings win at Dallas: J.J. McCarthy performs well; Cowboys defense still strugglingWeek 16 Chargers at Cowboys: Likely a shootout, Patrick likes the Chargers Monday Night Football Preview: Steelers laying 3 vs Miami in the cold; only bet Miami +3.5; under 42.5 recommendedWeek 16 Theme: Injuries to Parsons, Mahomes, Adams, and Puka NacuaTight NFL divisions: Wild next 3 weeks; Mike and Patrick analyze futures values for AFC South, AFC North, NFC South, and NFC West winnersGet sharp insights, betting angles, and entertaining analysis from Patrick Meagher and Mike Somich every week on the Sharp Money Podcast — new episodes drop every Monday and Thursday.VSiN is THE Sports Betting Network — delivering the latest news, analysis, and expertise about sports gambling.

Today on the podcast we breakdown NFL week 15 reactions. Buffalo wins a big one in New England.  Chiefs get eliminated for the first time since 2014. Rams continue to dominate and show they are the favorites for a reason. Packers dark future. NFL Week 15 reactions and some NBA talkNFL Week 15 reactions (1:32).NBA talk (37:12).

Santa Claus is supposed to bring joy and gifts — but these killers used the beloved red suit to bring terror and death. From Christmas party massacres to serial killers hiding behind the jolly disguise, these are the true crimes that prove not every Santa belongs on the nice list.IN THIS EPISODE: A Christmas party turns tragic when a young bride suggests a game of hide-and-seek… then disappears for fifty years. (The Bramshill Bride) *** When you hear someone mention the headless horseman it's almost impossible not to think of the New England story of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow – a classic Halloween tale if there ever was one. But then there is the Christmas tale of another headless horseman as well – this one in Old England - and he makes an appearance each Christmas at Wycoller Hall. (The Headless Horseman of Wycoller Hall) *** A husband invites his wife into the room and asks her to closer her eyes for a Christmas surprise. The surprise is that she will never open her eyes ever again. (A Killer Who Thinks He Is Interesting) *** A mother is terrified when her daughter tells of a young girl who wants to play with her – but she also appears to be dead. (Ghostly Warnings) *** A Redditor tells a frightening story that took place one Christmas while visiting his grandmother's home. (I'll Never Visit Grandma For Christmas Again) *** To disguise oneself as the ever-generous Kris Kringle only to take life away from the innocent is simply unforgivable. Still, somehow, murders committed by people dressed up as Santa just keep happening. (Real Stories of Slaying Santas) *** (Originally aired December 13, 2021)CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Show Open00:02:32.764 = Real Stories of Slaying Santas00:13:13.162 = *** Headless Horseman of Wycoller Hall00:17:50.071 = Terrifying Holiday Traditions00:24:32.826 = The Bramshill Bride00:30:36.878 = *** Ghostly Warnings00:33:44.965 = A Killer Who Thinks He Is Interesting00:37:27.296 = I Will Never Visit Grandma Again00:45:29.315 = Show Close*** = Begins immediately after inserted ad breakSOURCES AND ESSENTIAL WEB LINKS…“Real Stories of Slaying Santas” by Jake Black for Ranker.com's Unspeakable Times:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/ypav4v68, and Katee Fletcher for Thought Catalog:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4m8ur6tr“The Headless Horseman of Wycoller Hall” from Anomalien: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yckp22x9“Terrifying Holiday Traditions” by Troy Taylor: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3sv6kk6y“The Bramshill Bride” from BurialsAndBeyond.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yxf6sf86“Ghostly Warnings” by Kathi Kresol from HauntedRockford.com“A Killer Who Thinks He Is Interesting” from ABC News: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2kcny9kz“I'll Never Visit Grandma For Christmas Again” by Redditor u/rikndikndnkn123, posted at Bugged Space:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/5bujx5np= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =(Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2024, Weird Darkness.= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =#WeirdDarkness #TrueCrime #KillerSanta #ChristmasCrimes #HolidayHorror #DarkChristmas #SantaKiller #CreepyChristmas #TrueCrimeStories #Macabrehttps://weirddarkness.com/KillerSantas

Steve Hartman & Veejay Huskey are back for Week 15 in the NFL on Fox Sports Radio's End Zone Radio! The Bills head to New England in a pivotal road game, the Eagles try to get right against the Raiders, Robert Griffin III joins the show to preview Carolina taking on New Orleans, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Patriots Head Coach Mike Vrabel addresses the media during his postgame press conferences immediately after New England's 35-31 loss to the Buffalo Bills at Gillette Stadium on Sunday, December 14, 2025.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Patriots quarterback Drake Maye addresses the media during his postgame press conferences immediately after New England's 35-31 loss to the Buffalo Bills at Gillette Stadium on Sunday, December 14, 2025.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kids, it's that time of year again. Who needs hunky bachelors decked out in flannel in some quaint little New England or Midwestern hamlet oozing Christmas drip? Not us.Sam picked out a nice alternative to the typical film faire for the Yuletide season. Dead End is a strange little film, but well crafted given its modest budget, and wonderfully acted by veterans Ray Wise and Lin Shaye. The film plays with the gruesomeness possessed in one's imagination. It doesn't go for the cheap jump scares, but instead builds on atmosphere and the tension of the mundane, like getting lost on a never ending lonely two lane road, and wondering what will happen in the dark when the needle hits “E” .For those of you who are purists about your Christmas scares, fear not, because we have a classic to follow up this episode, right before the fat man in the red suit arrives. Have fun this holiday season, be safe, and most of all, don't take any shortcuts.

Hour 3 - In order for the Patriots to claim the one seed and a bye in the AFC playoff picture, they will need the Broncos to drop at least one game. The crew discusses whether or not New England will finish on top.

Hour 1 - Ted, Mego, Scheim and Ken take a look at this week's matchup with the Buffalo Bills. The two teams battled it out in a Patriots win earlier this season, but can New England get it done again?

On this week's episode: James and Jamie reveal what is in their DVD vault and which movies you should add to your physical media collection. Zendaya and Robert Pattinson's new Boston filmed movie "The Drama" has teaser trailer release, Jane Fonda spoofs Nicole Kidnman's AMC theater ad, "Boston Blue" gets second season, local film festivals, and more! The Hub on Hollywood, hosted by Jamie and James, delves into the thriving film industry in New England. The podcast explores the production of various projects, including commercials, television shows, and full-length feature films. The podcast offers insight into New England’s growing film industry, as well as entertainment news and reviews. Subscribers can access the podcast on the iHeartRadio app and follow the hosts on Instagram and TikTok for updates.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a textWhat if authority wasn't about being the best closer, but about creating the safest decision for your buyer? Grant sits down with Doug Brown—CEO of CEO Sales Strategies—to explore how shared context, credible associations, and personal ROI can transform ordinary sales conversations into trust-driven commitments. From New England roots to global brands, Doug shows why familiarity is a strategic lever, not a vanity metric.We dig into the gap between “good” sales teams and those viewed as market authorities. The surprise: status and positioning can tilt the field before price is ever discussed. Using vivid examples—from first-class optics to iconic venues—Doug explains how perception amplifies pricing power. But he also grounds it in craft: speak to the business ROI and the personal ROI driving real human decisions, whether that's safety, reputation, or career risk. Buyers sign when they feel both the numbers and the nerves are addressed.The heart of the conversation is resilience. Doug recounts a costly client pivot that vaporized roughly $2M, then shares the mental and operational playbook that pulled him forward: stop treating symptoms, remove root causes, and take one meaningful step every day toward a clear North Star. We also get practical with a 90-day revenue plan that works without heroics—set a truthful target, do the math on KPIs, reengage dormant clients, increase touchpoints, and define your ideal right-fit buyer to align message and market. We close with a grounded take on AI: use it to accelerate research and outreach, but never outsource the human-to-human moments that make complex deals possible.If you're ready to sell with authority, protect your margins, and build pipeline you can trust, this conversation gives you the mindset and methods to start today. Subscribe, share with a teammate who needs a boost, and leave a review with your biggest takeaway—we read every one.Thanks for tuning in to this episode of Follow The Brand! We hope you enjoyed learning about the latest trends and strategies in Personal Branding, Business and Career Development, Financial Empowerment, Technology Innovation, and Executive Presence. To keep up with the latest insights and updates, visit 5starbdm.com. And don't miss Grant McGaugh's new book, First Light — a powerful guide to igniting your purpose and building a BRAVE brand that stands out in a changing world. - https://5starbdm.com/brave-masterclass/ See you next time on Follow The Brand!

Mego, Lyons, and Bradfo discuss the latest outbreak of norovirus in Medford and a cannabis café soon to be open across the state in the New England Nightly News.

Meghan Ottolini ands Jon Lyons step in for Arcand tonight to give their thoughts on the hat and t-shirt game this Sunday in Gillette between the Bills and Patriots. Should the Patriots really be called underdogs? Then, Sunday could be a scenario for the Pats where losing won't be the worst thing in the world when thinking big picture. And, this is not just another game for Buffalo or New England with everything that has happened this season.

Originally aired on WIVB+, Center Stage with Eric Wood. Each week, Eric Wood brings you exclusive Bills insight, analysis, and behind-the-scenes perspective from inside the locker room.In this Week 15 episode, Eric and Josh Reed dive deep on Sunday's massive AFC East showdown in Foxborough with Drake Maye and the New England Patriots. They break down Philip Rivers' surprising return with the Colts, why the tight ends could unlock Buffalo's passing attack, how Shaq Thompson has transformed the run defense, and why taking care of the football and winning the field position battle will decide whether the Bills spoil New England's potential division-clinching celebration at Gillette Stadium.Brought to you by DraftKingsThe Centered on Buffalo Podcast is sponsored by:Waterboy Recover properly with @waterboy www.waterboy.com Dan-O's Seasoning Follow Dan-O's Seasoning on Social @danosseasoning  https://danosseasoning.com/product/eric-woods-bundle/  15% off code: ewoodNugsax Reusable Icenugsax.com10% Off CODE: buffalo

On This weeks best of Schopp and Bulldog the guys talk with Sal Capaccio about the latest injury news for the Bills heading into New England, Mike Giardi on the state of the Pats and how much this game means for Pats fans, Paul Hamilton on the Sabres, Will Josh Allen be able to carry the Bills in the playoffs, and picks for week 15 and what road would you rather see the Bills take to win the Superbowl

The Northeast Intercounty Scholastic Girls Hockey League (NISHL) is a newly established non-profit women's high school hockey league in New England that focuses on skill development, sportsmanship, and inclusiveness. The league was largely created to provide a space and league for all high school girls to play hockey, especially for those girls whose own high school might not provide a women's varsity or even junior varsity team. Founder Jenelle Cioffi joined us to discuss the league and what it means for girls across New England.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Max talks with John Fiscus, co-founder of The Flight Academy, and Director of Operations Jordan Ming to break down how one of the country's most respected Cirrus-focused training organizations was created, expanded, and refined over more than two decades. Whether you're an instructor considering the entrepreneurial leap, a pilot curious about how flight training businesses operate, or someone fascinated by the evolution of modern GA training, this conversation delivers clear, practical insights rooted in real experience. John opens with the origin story behind The Flight Academy—one shaped unexpectedly by the aftermath of 9/11. Before starting the company, John was an instructor and corporate pilot for Cirrus Aircraft, preparing for an airline career. When airline hiring collapsed overnight, he and colleague Luke realized they could not compete with furloughed, highly experienced pilots suddenly entering the market. But they also saw a growing demand: Cirrus owners nationwide needed instructors who truly understood their aircraft. Many local CFIs didn't yet have the expertise or avionics familiarity that early-generation Cirrus owners required. That gap created an opportunity. Instead of opening a traditional flight school with airplanes and an office, John and Luke launched The Flight Academy in 2002 with a completely different model. They owned no airplanes, no local training fleet, and no physical facility. Instead, they traveled around the country teaching owners in their own Cirrus aircraft. This approach dramatically reduced overhead while giving customers access to specialized training. What seemed unconventional at the time turned out to be the ideal way to enter the market, and demand steadily grew. As the business matured, the founders recognized the need for a home base and added a small office at Boeing Field. Eventually, they purchased their first aircraft—not a leaseback, but a nearly new Cirrus that offered strong depreciation benefits and made financial sense for the business. Today the school operates 13 aircraft across two locations—Seattle and the Portland area—supported by eight to ten instructors, depending on season and demand. About 70–80% of all hours flown at The Flight Academy are dual instruction, a reflection of their focus on high-quality training rather than simple aircraft rental volume. Jordan explains that this training-centric model shapes everything about how the business operates. The Flight Academy books training in full-day or half-day blocks, giving instructors and clients the freedom to adapt to weather, focus on deep learning, and avoid the churn of hourly scheduling. Their instructors also spend significant time traveling to clients, giving them a unique range of experience compared to CFIs who fly the same local routes every day. Many instructors make multiple coast-to-coast flights before reaching the airlines, which sets them apart in both skill and confidence. Beyond daily training, the school has diversified its business through multiple complementary revenue streams. John describes their history of Atlantic ferry flights, delivering both new and pre-owned Cirrus aircraft to Europe. He also recounts the dramatic ferry incident—captured on video—in which a malfunctioning transfer tank forced a ferry pilot to deploy the Cirrus parachute into the Pacific. That experience eventually led the team to discontinue Pacific ferrying, though they continue to complete many Atlantic deliveries. Another major offering is their Vision Jet program, which includes discovery flights, pre-type-rating preparation, and training support. Luke also works with Arista to support the Vision Jet pre-owned market, creating a powerful ecosystem that blends aircraft sales, owner transitions, and specialized instruction. Jordan emphasizes that this interlocking structure allows the team to provide a seamless experience for owners, from first flight through long-term advanced training. Perhaps the most distinctive part of The Flight Academy's identity is their adventure trips—all-inclusive guided flying experiences to destinations such as Alaska, Morocco, the Caribbean, Europe, and New England during fall foliage season. These trips sell out consistently and create long-lasting friendships among participating owners. Jordan notes that many pilots appreciate having experts plan the hotels, customs logistics, activities, and daily flight legs—allowing them to simply enjoy the journey and the aircraft. When it comes to hiring CFIs, John is clear: "We don't hire pilots. We hire teachers." A strong instructor mindset matters more than flight time or ratings. He looks for individuals who demonstrate genuine interest in the business, a thoughtful approach to training, and the professionalism needed to work with sophisticated clients. He also shares hard-earned lessons about policies, cancellations, contracts, and pricing—key areas where many new flight school owners struggle. The episode closes with candid advice for CFIs considering launching their own school. Jordan stresses the importance of accepting that owners will fly less and manage more, while John encourages thoughtful planning and learning from others who have successfully done it. Their message is hopeful but realistic: starting a flight school is absolutely possible if you approach it with a solid plan, a clear mission, and a commitment to delivering exceptional training. If you're getting value from this show, please support the show via PayPal, Venmo, Zelle or Patreon. 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Previewing EVERY Game of NFL Week 14! Catch this show LIVE Every Friday at 3PM ET on YouTube! Big error and we totally forgot to talk about the Bills / Patriots game

They Said It part two hears from Josh McDaniels and if he wants to be in New England for a very long time.

Dr. Jenkins sits down with photographer, filmmaker and field naturalist Mark Lotterhand to explore his astonishing discovery that weasels are dragging Timber Rattlesnakes out of their winter dens—and eating them. The conversation traces Mark's early fascination with snakes and how it grew into a passion for photography, eventually leading him to experiment with drones and remote cameras to capture elusive behaviors in the wild. They also dive into Mark's new book, In Search of New England's Pit Vipers, a collection of thrilling field stories featuring Timber Rattlesnakes and Copperheads and the adventures behind documenting these remarkable species.Watch Mark's weasel video. Connect with Chris on Facebook, Instagram or at The Orianne Society.Shop Snake Talk merch.If you like what you've been hearing on this podcast, consider supporting The Orianne Society today.

Longtime NFL writer and former Bills reporter Ty Dunne, of Go Long TD, joins the show to discuss why the Patriots and Bills are about to kick off a long rivalry and explore all angles of Sunday's game. The guys cover what Drake Maye should expect from the Bills' defense, how to defend Josh Allen and finally make their game picks. 0:00 - ⏰️EPISODE TIMELINE⏰️ 3:30 - Patriots vs Bills Rivalry renewed 8:22 - How things have changed in New England this season 13:42 - Looking ahead to Patriots-Bills this weekend 15:30 - Stefon Diggs expectations this weekend 17:38 - Patriots Offense vs Bills Defense 33:30 - Prizepicks 35:20 - Patriots Defense vs Bills Offense 54:45 - Game picks 57:37 - Wrapping up with Ty Dunne 58:45 - 4-Minute Drill with Patriots WR Kayshon Boutte 1:04:12 - Thanks for Watching! Pats Interference on CLNS Media is Powered by:

The Celtics' 5 game win streak comes to an end after a true tale of two halves. They lost 116-101 after being up 67-60 in the first half. They scored 35 points in the first quarter and just 34 points in the entire second half.... They shot 15 for their last 54 which is just 27% and ended the game at 38.6% from the field which is their lowest of the year. JB and Walsh combined for 50 of the teams 101 points and did it on a very efficient 66% from the field and 62% from 3 so that really goes to show you how poorly everyone else shot in this one.... Bobby Portis and Kyle Kuzma were unstoppable and shifted this game entirely for the Bucks. We break it all down along with a full player analysis in the podcast. Make sure to tune in!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!

Tune-in as the PU crew offer their picks for the NFL Week 15 slate of games. We wrap up our preview of New England's upcoming game against the Buffalo Bills. Patriots kicker Andy Borregales joins us to discuss his rookie season. Plus, we talk playoff scenarios, the latest practice/injury updates and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:13 – Intro, Eagles/Lions Misery & QB Struggles Chris and Mario commiserate over a brutal football week: Eagles' early collapse, Saquon's lone bright spot, Lions fighting to stay alive, and general frustration with both teams' energy and execution. 02:28 – Falcons Collapse & Rams' Draft Gift They dissect Atlanta's disastrous trajectory, Raheem Morris' future, and how a potential top-five pick—owned by the Rams—shapes LA's rebuild. They debate whether the Rams should consider a QB if one unexpectedly falls. 07:42 – Cardinals Offense & Jacoby Brissett Stability Brissett's competence sparks talk about Arizona's future, Kyler uncertainty, Michael Wilson's emergence, and whether the Cards should reset the QB position. 10:26 – Ravens vs Bengals Identity Crisis Both teams flash promise but keep collapsing; discussion centers on inconsistency, injuries, and unclear ceilings. 11:39 – Bills vs Patriots State of the AFC AFC parity, Buffalo's turnovers, New England's surprising record, and how both teams are stuck between good and not-quite-great. 13:50 – The Josh Allen WR Problem The hosts vent about Buffalo refusing to provide Allen a true WR1 and compare it to McNabb's early-career struggles with weak receiving rooms. 17:20 – Hurts/A.J. Brown Dynamic & Leadership Questions A long debate on personality fit, sideline demeanor, Alabama recruiting history, and expectations on QBs as emotional leaders. 19:52 – Eagles' Remaining Schedule & Concerns Why Philly could still limp in, issues with coaching, and the remaining Raiders/Commanders/Commanders stretch. 20:17 – Browns at Bears: QB Carousel, Shador Reality Check How Shador compares to previous weeks, Browns' coaching turmoil, Stefanski's decisions, and Chicago's pressure with Caleb Williams' development. 23:50 – Browns Job Attractiveness & Coaching Candidates Evaluating the appeal of the role, Watson contract timeline, roster strengths, and a weak upcoming coaching cycle (Joe Brady, Thomas Brown, Marcus Freeman, etc.). 33:30 – Notre Dame Fallout & Bowl Boycott Reactions to Notre Dame declining postseason play, what it means for seniors, and locker-room optics. NFL Week Games 02:28 – Falcons at Buccaneers Falcons' energy crisis vs. Bucs' evaluation week. 07:31 – Cardinals at Texans Texans' defense surging; Cardinals relying on Brissett stabilization. 10:26 – Ravens at Bengals Two talented but inconsistent teams battling identity issues. 11:38 – Bills at Patriots A measuring-stick game between streaky AFC sides. 20:17 – Browns at Bears Young QBs under scrutiny; both defenses determining outcomes. 33:47 – Eagles at Raiders Philly needing a reset game; Raiders limited offensively. 34:45 – Chargers at Chiefs Kansas City's survival mode vs. LA searching for direction. 39:22 – Jets at Jaguars QB uncertainty for New York; Jaguars proving staying power. 42:33 – Commanders at Giants Injuries and QB mismanagement framing both teams' seasons. 45:28 – Panthers at Saints Carolina's growing belief vs. New Orleans' inconsistency. 49:12 – Lions at Rams A litmus test for Detroit; LA steadying behind veteran stars. 50:51 – Packers at Broncos Evaluating Bo Nix's long-term ceiling vs. Denver's revived defense. 54:51 – Colts at Seahawks Colts turning to 44-year-old Phillip Rivers; Seattle heavily favored. 56:49 – Titans at 49ers Tennessee buying into Mike McCoy's culture; San Francisco overpowering. 57:25 – Vikings at Cowboys Minnesota volatile week-to-week; Dallas explosive at home. 57:56 – Dolphins at Steelers Miami's speed vs. Pittsburgh's physical style in cold weather.

The cranberries we typically eat are native to North America, though they are also grown in other places. How did they become a standard part of the holiday table? Research: Albanese, Ellen. “A brief history of the cranberry—Cape Cod’s most important fruit.” Cape Cod Life. 2016 Annual. https://capecodlife.com/a-brief-history-of-the-cranberry-cape-cods-most-important-fruit/ Banks, Sir Joseph, and Sir Joseph D. Hooker, ed. “Journal of the Right Hon., Sir Joseph Banks, BART., K.B., P.R.S., During Captain Cook’s First Voyage in M.S. Endeavour in 1768-71 To Terra Del Fuego [sic], Otahite, new Zealand, Australia, the Dutch East indies, Etc.” ” London. Macmillan and Co., LTD. 1896. https://library.dbca.wa.gov.au/FullTextFiles/926449.pdf Berman-Vaporis, Irene, et al. “The U.S. cranberry harvest explained in four charts.” National Geographic. Nov. 27, 2019. https://www.nationalgeographic.com/history/article/united-states-cranberry-harvest-explained-charts?loggedin=true&rnd=1764767841856 Blakemore, Erin. “A Brief History of Cranberries.” Smithsonian. Nov. 25, 2015. https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/brief-history-cranberries-180957399/ Borunda, Alejandro. “Climate change is coming for New England's cranberries.” National geographic. Nov. 25, 2020. https://www.nationalgeographic.com/environment/article/climate-change-affecting-massachusetts-cranberries Chen, Angus. “We Tried A Futuristic Cranberry. It Was Fresh And Naturally Sweet.” NPR. Nov. 24, 2015. https://www.npr.org/sections/thesalt/2015/11/24/457247226/cranberry-you-could-eat-without-sugar “DDT - A Brief History and Status.” Environmental Protection Agency. https://www.epa.gov/ingredients-used-pesticide-products/ddt-brief-history-and-status Eastwood, B. “Complete Manual for the Cultivation of the Cranberry: With a Description of the Best Varieties.” A.O. Moore. 1859. https://archive.org/details/completemanualf00eastgoog/page/n4/mode/2up Henshaw, Tom. “Cranberry Industry Seen Hurt for Years by Weed Killer Scare.” Courir-Post. Nov. 26, 1959. https://www.newspapers.com/image-view/180597557/?match=1&terms=Marcus%20Urann “Historical Timeline of Cranberries.” Massachusetts Cranberries. https://www.cranberries.org/history Josselyn, John. “New-England's rarities discovered in birds, beasts, fishes, serpents, and plants of that country.” Boston. William Veazie. 1865. https://archive.org/details/newenglandsrarit00joss/page/n7/mode/2up “Marcus Urann Scholarship.” Bank of America. https://www.gnbvt.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Marcus-Urann-Scholarship-.pdf “M. Urann Rites Are Tomorrow.” The Standard-Times. April 5, 1963. https://www.newspapers.com/image-view/1260416770/?match=1&terms=Marcus%20Urann “Our History.” CoBank. https://www.cobank.com/corporate/history Readal, Maryann. “Cranberry – Herb for the Holidays.” The HerbSociety of America Blog. Nov. 7, 2022. https://herbsocietyblog.wordpress.com/tag/elizabeth-lee-ocean-spray/ Smith, K. Annabelle. “How Marcus Urann’s idea revolutionized the cranberry industry.” Smithsonian. Nov. 27, 2013. https://www.smithsonianmag.com/arts-culture/this-man-made-the-first-canned-cranberry-sauce-180947862/ Tennenbaum, David, and Lee Sensenbrenner. “Sprouting a new future for Wisconsin’s red and white.” University of Madison-Wisconsin News. Oct. 29, 2015. https://news.wisc.edu/sprouting-a-new-future-for-wisconsins-red-and-white/ Theobald, Mary Miley. “Bogged Down in Cranberries.” Colonial Williamsburg. https://research.colonialwilliamsburg.org/Foundation/journal/Holiday06/cran.cfm See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.