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Did PSA really bump 9s to 10s after buying them back? And is Ohtani breaking the hobby again?PSA is in the hot seat after collectors uncover a pattern of PSA 9s turning into PSA 10s only after PSA buys the slabs back. We break down the evidence, Nat Turner's response, and what this means for grading trust. Plus — a $315K One Piece card, Pete Alonso to the Orioles, minis in Chrome, Ohtani's record-breaking logoman, an F1 grail, Burrow's Pokémon revelation, and TAG x COMC.In this episode:PSA grading controversyOne Piece $315K trophy cardPete Alonso's first Orioles cardAllen & Ginter x Breaking BadShohei Ohtani Gold Logoman 1/1Max Verstappen F1 relicLeaf Holiday setJoe Burrow's favorite PokémonTAG x COMC partnershipStory Links: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1FQBDHCpA3/?mibextid=wwXIfr https://www.instagram.com/p/DSIzFtrkopq/ https://www.instagram.com/p/DR5JLMpkeOp/ https://www.instagram.com/p/DSA-gxPEuHk/ https://www.instagram.com/p/DR5FcvpEV34/ https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=1303980751771259&set=a.638069135029094&type=3 https://www.instagram.com/p/DRh5wzJkRnT/ https://www.instagram.com/reel/DSGYDkpEqiL/ https://www.instagram.com/p/DSD833rEu8P/ https://www.instagram.com/reel/DR663rsjQUH/Because every card has a story.#TalkingShopPodcast #SportsCards #CardCollecting

The Krewe is joined by Atsuko Mori of Camellia Tea Ceremony in Kyoto for a deep dive into the Japanese tea ceremony. Together, they explore the experience itself, the tools and etiquette involved, what guests can expect, and why preserving this centuries-old tradition still matters today.------ About the Krewe ------The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, Threads: @kreweofjapanpodcast & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy!------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode!Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season!Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan! ------ Past KOJ Traditional Japan Episodes ------Rakugo: Comedy of a Cushion ft. Katsura Sunshine (S6E1)The Castles of Japan ft. William de Lange (S5E19)Foreign-Born Samurai: William Adams ft. Nathan Ledbetter (Guest Host, Dr. Samantha Perez) (S5E17)Foreign-Born Samurai: Yasuke ft. Nathan Ledbetter (Guest Host, Dr. Samantha Perez) (S5E16)The Thunderous Sounds of Taiko ft. Takumi Kato (加藤 拓三), World Champion Taiko Drummer (S5E13)The Real World of Geisha ft. Peter Macintosh (S5E7)Inside Japanese Homes & Architecture ft. Azby Brown (S5E6)Kendo: The Way of the Sword ft. Alexander Bennett, 7th Dan in Kendo (S4E16)The Life of a Sumotori ft. 3-Time Grand Champion Konishiki Yasokichi (S4E10)The Intricate Culture of Kimono ft. Rin of Mainichi Kimono (S4E7)Shamisen: Musical Sounds of Traditional Japan ft. Norm Nakamura of Tokyo Lens (S4E1)Henro SZN: Shikoku & the 88 Temple Pilgrimage ft. Todd Wassel (S3E12)Exploring Enka ft. Jerome White Jr aka ジェロ / Jero (S3E1)The Chrysanthemum Throne ft. Dr. Hiromu Nagahara [Part 2] (S2E18)The Chrysanthemum Throne ft. Dr. Hiromu Nagahara [Part 1] (S2E17)Yokai: The Hauntings of Japan ft. Hiroko Yoda & Matt Alt (S2E5)The Age of Lady Samurai ft. Tomoko Kitagawa (S1E12)Talking Sumo ft. Andrew Freud (S1E8)------ About Camellia Tea Ceremony ------Camellia Tea Ceremony WebsiteCamellia on X/TwitterCamellia on InstagramCamellia on BlueSkyCamellia on YouTube------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------JSNO Event CalendarJoin JSNO Today!

Mason and Ireland tip off the show with the Lakers dropping the NBA Cup Quarter Finals last night to the Spurs. Are the Thunder so good that it can make the game boring? How did Lebron respond to comments about not being a contender? Who would you cast for the show regarding Ippei Mizuhara and Ohtani? Bergman drops into the studio for some updates on the Boys in Blue! What is the real news on Skubal to the Dodgers? Ice Breakers! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In our 119th episode, Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the draft lottery, a new Hall-of-Famer, and the fallout of the Winter Meetings transactions before diving into the latest baseball card release, 2025 Topps Chrome Update, hitting shelves on Dec. 10.You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.We have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!Links to things discussed in the pod:White Sox secure first pick in 2026 draftJeff Kent makes it into the Hall of FamePete Alonso heading to Baltimore on a five-year dealDodgers to sign Edwin DiazSchwarber to return to Philly on five-year pactReds bring back Emilio PaganKyle Finnegan re-ups with the TigersAnthony Kay returns from NPB, links up with White SoxCedric Mullins inks one-year deal with RaysPirates send Johan Oviedo to Boston for Jhostynxon GarciaNats deal Jose Ferrer to M's in exchange for package including Harry FordUpcoming baseball card release schedule:12/10: 2025 Topps Chrome Update12/14: 2025 Topps Archives12/17: 2025 Topps Cosmic Chrome12/17: 2025 Topps Heritage High Number12/18: 2025 Topps Black & White Baseball2/11: 2025 Topps MLB MVP CollectionDec: 2025 Panini SelectTBD: 2025 Bowman DraftTBD: 2025 Topps Five StarTBD: 2025 Panini Flawless2025 Topps Chrome Update Overview (54:45) (link to related post on Razzball)Beckett checklistChasing Majors checklistTopps Ripped set detailsLink to the Shohei Ohtani Alter Ego insert eBay listing, while available

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Age of Transitions and Uncle 12-5-2025AoT#481Don't feel bad if you aren't sure what to do right now. Even the high and mighty captors of America are relying on social media analytics to know what to say. Topics include: esoteric transhumanism, Peter Thiel, Patreon, AI automating online content creation, waiting for something to happen, no normal life, rapid pace of change, Big Tech AI projects, data centers, electrical power needs increasing, Ray Kurzweil, AGI, TMI, Tech oligarch version of Libertarian politics, UBI, social media and legacy media being consolidated, dependence of technological system, technique perfecting itself, faith in creation of technological god, Joe Rogan's transhumanist views, pretending to be Christian, using analytics to craft new media narratives, appropriating conspiracy culture, previous Big Tech religious identities, mainstreaming of fringe media and tech figures, social media marketing, Communism as boogey man scape goat, no accountability built into new American government, no way out of total surveillanceUtp#388Uncle is back, and excited to unbox a package from Creative Accidents. We also take time to honor the memory of Spent Kent. Topics include: back from break, microphones, crack room, unboxing Creative Accidents package, Uncle (the drop glass), Jack Daniels Tennessee Honey, New Year's Revolution, NFL recap, Bread Scott qb, roll away football fields, in the hunt Playoff Picture, Detroit City of Champions, call in on NYE, telethon, Robin update, Spent Kent RIP, LA Dodgers, Ohtani, chat spammer on Kick, not government hour, TikTak videos, Chuck's accidentFRANZ MAIN HUB:https://theageoftransitions.com/PATREONhttps://www.patreon.com/aaronfranzUNCLEhttps://unclethepodcast.com/ORhttps://theageoftransitions.com/category/uncle-the-podcast/FRANZ and UNCLE Merchhttps://theageoftransitions.com/category/support-the-podcasts/---BE THE EFFECTHelp for Ochelli and The NetworkMrs.OLUNA ROSA CANDLEShttp://www.paypal.me/Kimberlysonn1Ochelli Link Treehttps://linktr.ee/chuckochelliBE THE EFFECTListen/Chat on the Sitehttps://ochelli.com/listen-live/TuneInhttp://tun.in/sfxkxAPPLEhttps://music.apple.com/us/station/ochelli-com/ra.1461174708Ochelli Link Treehttps://linktr.ee/chuckochelliAnything is a blessing if you have the meansWithout YOUR support we go silent

Rumor winds are swirling with the Detroit Tigers reportedly being close to trading Cy Young award winner Tarik Skubal to the Los Angeles Dodgers. Another report says the Tigers like the trade package from the Dodgers. Clint and Jeff dive into the latest to see whether anything passes the sniff test or is the latest "Ohtani is on a plane to Toronto. Plus, the Mets are Mets-ing and other headlines from the week on this edition of All Dodgers! Tube in all offseason long! Leave a voicemail or text the Friend of the Show hotline! (562)373-4095 Join our Discord by supporting the show on Patreon! patreon.com/realFRG Or on YouTube Members! youtube.com/@alldodgers/join All Dodgers is presented by FanDuel, part of the Bleav Network of podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

12-09-25 Hinkle Law Offices Top Five - Ohtani adds one more award to his 2025 Trophy Case

LA County's Inspector General is retiring and he's going down swinging. A whistleblower is sounding the alarm about fire-fighting concerns at the Port of LA. The Shohei Ohtani interpreter scandal is coming to TV. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency!Support the show: https://laist.com

On today's episode: Hegseth tells congressional leaders he is weighing release of boat strike video. Shooting at Kentucky State University leaves 1 dead, 1 hurt and a suspect in custody, officials say. Democrat wins Miami mayor’s race for the first time in nearly 30 years. Son arrested after Grammy-nominated singer Jubilant Sykes is stabbed to death at California home. Trump speaks on Americans’ economic worries and blames Democrats at Pennsylvania rally. Pope criticizes US bid to 'break part' US-Europe alliance, insists on Europe role in Ukraine peace. ICE arrests of Afghans are on the rise in the wake of National Guard attack, immigration lawyers say. Justice Department can unseal Ghislaine Maxwell sex trafficking case records, judge says. Opponents of Trump-backed redistricting in Missouri submit a petition to force a public vote. Illinois law protects immigrants from arrest near courthouses, hospitals or colleges. Turkish student who criticized Israel can resume research at Tufts after visa revoked, judge rules. Florida to execute man convicted in 1989 home invasion killing. US stocks hold in place in the countdown to the Federal Reserve’s meeting on Wednesday. New York stays hot and Orlando prevails to reach NBA Cup semis, a clash between the last two national champs in men’s college hoops, Tampa Bay puts on a show on the ice in Montreal, a pair of top free agents sign in baseball and an ex-star QB comes out of retirement. Shohei Ohtani is the AP's Male Athlete of the Year for record-tying 4th time. It's Messi. Repeat, Messi. The Inter Miami star is MLS' first back-to-back MVP winner. Social media ban for children under 16 starts in Australia. Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado will miss Nobel Peace Prize ceremony. Zelenskyy refuses to cede land to Russia as he rallies European support. —The Associated Press About this program Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

On Tuesday's   Daily Puck Drop, Jason “Puck” Puckett opens up the show with the latest rumor regarding the Washington State Cougars coaching search and it involved University of Texas co-defensive coordinator and former WSU linebacker Johnny Nansen.  How much would that move the needle for the Cougs or do they need to make a splashier hire?  John Canzano from JohnCanzano.compays a visit to talk about the Jimmy Rogers departure, what's next for WSU, are Chip Kelly and Rick Neuheisel options and did the college football playoff committee get it right with their final rankings?  Danny Kelly, The Ringer, joins Puck to talk all things NFL and they chat about Pete Carroll's decision to kick a late field goal that effected the spread in their loss to Denver, Sam Darnold's Atlanta performance, Mike Macdonald's young hungry defense and grandfather Phillip Rivers is coming back to the NFL! “On This Day…”   Larry Bird's streak, Ohtani's contract, and one of the best actors has a birthday! Puck wraps up the show with, “Hey, What the Puck!?”   WSU needs to get the next hire right! (1:00) Puck (5:24) John Canzano, JohnCanzano.com (48:29) Danny Kelly, The Ringer (1:22:58) “On this Day….” (1:24:27)  “Hey, What the Puck!?”  

On today's episode of Sports Cards Nonsense, Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson break down Jeff Kent's selection to the Baseball Hall of Fame and discuss the problematic process behind the committee's choices. The guys also tackle the "PSA Pikachu Scandal"—debating whether there is actual fire behind the smoke of recent conflict-of-interest allegations and if AI grading is the inevitable solution. They also spoke with PSA getting their first-hand reactions and explanation on what happened. Later, the conversation turns to the high-end market, focusing on the Shohei Ohtani Gold Logoman currently up for auction at Fanatics Collect for over $1 million, and why Ohtani remains immune to the off-season dip. They shift to the gridiron talking NFL QBs and "HOF Locks" (Rodgers, Stafford, Mahomes), "Buys" (Stroud, Love) and "Sells" (Maye, Burrow). Finally, Adam Palmer of Daily Nonsense joins the show to explain why you should care about the soccer market right now and the growth of the MLS. The show wraps with a mailbag segment covering the potential of a multi-sport Allen & Ginter set, how a baseball strike could impact card values, why sports cards and TCGs use different methods of pricing and more. Be sure to leave a comment letting us know what you think of today's episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Uncle is back, and excited to unbox a package from Creative Accidents. We also take time to honor the memory of Spent Kent.  Topics include: back from break, microphones, crack room, unboxing Creative Accidents package, Uncle (the drop glass), Jack Daniels Tennessee Honey, New Year's Revolution, NFL recap, Bread Scott qb, roll away football fields, in the hunt Playoff Picture, Detroit City of Champions, call in on NYE, telethon, Robin update, Spent Kent RIP, LA Dodgers, Ohtani, chat spammer on Kick, not government hour, TikTak videos, Chuck's accident

Keep or Kut - Pete (@PeteBBaseball) and Chad Young (@chadyoung) break down some of the trades they have finalized in the Keep or Kut listener leagues.7:30 - After going over the Sonny Gray trade to Boston and the Ryan Helsley acquisition by Baltimore, the hosts discuss Pete's trade of Samuel Basallo and a 4th-round pick for Julio Rodríguez.13:20 - Chad has a 4th-round Zach Neto. Should he keep him? A good conversation about Jackson Holliday follows, as Chad gave up both Trevor Rogers and Shane Bieber to acquire him.33:46 - Chad acquired Jackson Merrill for Josh Naylor and a pick, buying low on the young Padres outfielder44:40 - Pete traded a 15th-round pick and an 11th-round pick for a 9th-round pick. He explains why.55:57 - Chad traded away a 16th-round Robbie Ray in exchange for a 15th-round pick.Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | TuneIn | Google Podcasts | RSSConnect: Twitter | keeporkut@gmail.com | Join PL+Get PL+ and join our Discord: https://pitcherlist.com/plus Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCASTProud member of the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball Podcast Network Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Krewe sits down with Chris Madere (Baird Brewing) & Chris Poel (Shiokaze BrewLab) to explore Japan's growing craft beer scene. They discuss how Japan's drinking culture evolved beyond the big-name breweries, what daily life is like behind the brewhouse doors, the challenges small and foreign brewers face, and the innovations shaping the future of Japanese craft beer. A fun, informative look at the people driving Japan's craft beer boom.------ About the Krewe ------The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, Threads: @kreweofjapanpodcast & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy!------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode!Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season!Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan! ------ Past Food & Beverage Episodes ------Shochu 101 ft. Christopher Pelligrini (S6E7)Craving Ramen ft. Shinichi Mine of TabiEats (S4E11)Hungry For Travel ft. Shinichi of TabiEats (S3E15)Sippin' Sake ft. Brian Ashcraft (S1E19)Talking Konbini: Irasshaimase! (S1E3)------ About Christopher & Honkaku Spirits ------Baird Brewing WebsiteBaird Brewing on IGBaird Brewing on FBShiokaze BrewLab (Nobuto) on IGShiokaze BrewLab Stand on IG------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------JSNO Event CalendarJoin JSNO Today!

Ben Lindbergh, Sam Miller, and podcast scorekeeper Chris Hanel review the results of an under-25-pitchers draft Ben and Sam conducted a decade ago. Then (13:38) Ben and Sam banter about Ben’s physique, answer listener emails about doing a The Only Rule-style experiment 10 years later, discuss Sam’s revamped, unique approach to writing about baseball this year, and consider some possibilities for what we’ll remember about baseball in 2025. After that (1:05:57), Ben continues the sporadic “Baseball Jobs” series by interviewing 71-year-old John Yandle, the Giants’ left-handed batting-practice pitcher since 1985, about his transition from pitcher to BP pitcher, the keys to good BP, balancing his day job and his baseball side gig, anticipating starting-pitcher matchups, fending off advanced pitching machines, his incredible longevity, arm care in his 70s, the hitters who’ve complained the most, throwing BP to Barry Bonds, and more, followed by (2:01:20) a postscript. Audio intro: Gabriel-Ernest, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio interstitial: Sam Miller, “Effectively Wild Theme (Ken Maeda’s Nice ‘n’ Easy Remix)” Audio outro: Jimmy Kramer, “Effectively Wild Theme” Link to EW Episode 669 Link to competitions/drafts sheet Link to EWStats site Link to The Only Rule Link to Ben’s Vince Gilligan video Link to Pebble Hunting Link to Sam on tripping Link to Sam on non-highlight highlights Link to Sam on the CI challenge Link to Sam on dropped third strikes Link to piece about first pitches Link to How To with John Wilson Link to Sam on remembering past years Link to Sam on Ohtani in 2024 Link to Sam on the World Series Link to Sam on the Hall Link to titular Yogi-ism Link to John’s B-Ref page Link to John’s Newmark bio Link to 2024 article on John Link to 2012 article on John Link to 2007 article on John Link to Johnson’s first pitch Link to Bonds TTO splits Link to Giants Trajekt machine Link to Cooney/Wharton Link to Cooney’s LinkedIn Link to Byrnes wiki Link to Wrapped post Link to Patreon gift subs Link to Secret Santa sign-up Sponsor Us on Patreon Give a Gift Subscription Email Us: podcast@fangraphs.com Effectively Wild Subreddit Effectively Wild Wiki Apple Podcasts Feed Spotify Feed YouTube Playlist Facebook Group Bluesky Account Twitter Account Get Our Merch! var SERVER_DATA = Object.assign(SERVER_DATA || {}); Source

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Max Kellerman to talk about the struggling Clippers and Anthony Davis (3:20). Then, they give Giannis trade advice before discussing the topics Max just missed talking about (40:33). Finally, they talk about life after ‘First Take', boxing, and much more! (01:51:13). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Max Kellerman Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo Get Gameday Deals all season long only on Uber Eats. Order Now. This episode is sponsored by State Farm®. Don't settle for just any insurance when there's State Farm. 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

What if kids could learn about sports, INSIDE SportsCenter? Well 27 licensing deals, 7 TOTY nominations, and 1 incredible host all led to this incredible feat of edutainment.For 2025, Abacus Brands teamed up with ESPN and a roster of elite athletes to create the ESPN Virtual Reality Headset. This fully immersive toy is nominated for Educational Toy of the Year and delivers sports history, rules, trivia, and facts in a way kids have never experienced before.In this episode of Making It in the Toy Industry, I sat down with Steve Rad, CEO of Abacus Brands, to unpack the creative, technical, and licensing marathon behind this ambitious VR learning tool and how his team managed to turn a sports encyclopedia into an unforgettable, fully immersive experience for kids.Steve reveals what it was like working with Disney and ESPN, and how they managed to feature icons like Shohei Ohtani, Kobe, and Ronaldo all while staying true to their educational mission.This toy teaches kids the why behind the rules of sports, helps kids explore games they've never played, and lets them learn inside SportsCenter alongside one of ESPN's top anchors: Arda Öcal. This is edutainment to the highest level.The ESPN Virtual reality headset is nominated for Educational Toy of The Year and you can (and should) vote here. Featured in this episode:The shocking cost of licensing deals with some of the biggest names in sportsWhy Jordan was the one athlete they couldn't lock inWhat happens when licensing constraints actually push creativityAnd how an early prototype made Steve stop in his tracks and send an all-team emailVote for ESPN Virtual Reality Headset in the Educational Toy of the Year category. Voting is open to Toy Association members AND members of the media. Cast your vote for Virtual Reality ESPN in the Educational Toy of the Year category! Voting is open to Toy Association members AND members of the media. So if you're in the media and you aren't registered to vote, contact the toy association at info@toyassociation.org for details.Listen for these Important Moments![00:06:02] – Steve explains how the ESPN VR Headset turns every page of a 148-page book into a fully immersive sports learning experience from standing inside SportsCenter to skydiving out of planes.[00:16:31] – It took 27 separate licensing deals to make this toy happen. Steve shares what it took to get athletes like Kobe, Ohtani, and Messi inside the experience (and why Jordan didn't make the cut).[00:23:44] – Want to pitch a brand like ESPN? Steve walks through why they said yes to a toy concept, and how Abacus framed it to feel more like a cultural experience than a product pitch.[00:27:10] – If you're hitting walls with licensing, this segment shows how constraints can lead to more creative storytelling including how Abacus pivoted when big names were too expensive to use.[00:35:57] – You'll hear about the moment Steve saw the first VR prototype and knew they had something special. Plus, how that one moment raised the creative bar for the entire project.Send The Toy Coach Fan Mail!Support the showPopular Masterclass! How To Make & Sell Your Toy IdeasYour Low-Stress, Start-To-Finish Playful Product Launch In 5 Steps >> https://learn.thetoycoach.com/masterclass

The 2025 Major League Baseball season was one of the most memorable in recent history. From the Los Angeles Dodgers becoming the first repeat champions since the New York Yankees' '90s dynasty to the incredible run that brought the Toronto Blue Jays to their first World Series since 1993, it's time to look back at the unforgettable moments from the season that was.On this episode of Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman revisit the year in baseball with their annual time capsule episode. Starting with the Opening Series in Japan—which featured Shohei Ohtani getting a little help on a home run, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. receiving a contract extension and Juan Soto's reception upon his return to the Bronx—the guys collect mementos from these moments so future generations can remember them.Later, Jake and Jordan discuss the first-ever swing-off to decide the All-Star Game in Atlanta, the extremely rainy Speedway Classic, Jacob Misiorowski pulling an extremely rare Charizard Pokémon card and the first-ever American Pope being a Chicago White Sox fan. This year's time capsule does not disappoint!1:40 – What is the time capsule?5:28 – Opening Series in Japan19:11 – Baseball Pope36:30 – Rafael Devers traded42:26 – Cal Raleigh's Home Run Derby53:12 – Speedway Classic1:08:43 – Mets complete collapse1:11:48 – 2025 Postseason1:23:09 – Ernie's couch1:31:59 – Yamamoto's Game 7 Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

Welcome to Episode 121 of Tablesetters — and today we're joined by one of the most essential voices in global baseball storytelling. Jim Allen, longtime NPB writer, analyst, historian, and the force behind jballallen.com and its weekly newsletter, sits down with us for a deep, far-reaching conversation about the heartbeat of Japanese baseball and its growing impact on MLB. For decades, Jim's reporting has been the bridge that helps English-speaking fans understand not just NPB players, but the culture, structures, and histories that shape them. From the posting system to player development pathways, from extra-inning philosophy to editorial norms, and from national identity to modern pitch-design trends, Jim brings context you simply can't find anywhere else. And with Tatsuya Imai, Munetaka Murakami, Kona Takahashi, and others drawing MLB attention — all while Ohtani, Yamamoto, and Sasaki redefine the top of the sport — this is the perfect moment to have him on. In our conversation, Jim takes us inside how the posting system actually works: the incentives that guide both leagues, how timing and leverage shape negotiations, and why the 2013 reforms solved some issues while pushing others into new territory. We break down Imai's rise into a front-line starter, why his growth feels so intentional, and what parts of his profile give him the best chance to translate quickly to MLB. Jim also helps untangle the narrative around Murakami's 56-homer “Japanese-born record,” how it's framed against Balentien's 60, and what American fans need to understand about how that story was built and why it stuck. We dig into the philosophical gap between MLB's open-ended extra innings and NPB's 12-inning limit, what that says about pace, workload, and cultural logic, and how that contrast resurfaced when Yamamoto appeared in the World Series on almost no rest. From there, we look at Japan's relationship with the WBC — Ohtani's commitment, the national pride attached to the tournament, and how fans weigh those responsibilities against MLB club preferences. Jim also breaks down why narrow milestones and highly specific statistical labels catch fire so quickly in Japanese media, and what American audiences often miss about that editorial tradition. We explore how public sentiment in Japan has shifted regarding stars leaving for MLB, from the tension-filled Matsuzaka era to today's more normalized wave of early departures. And we close with a look ahead: the next generation of NPB names to know, plus Jim's thoughts on Anthony Kay's breakout season and Trevor Bauer's polarizing stint in Japan. It's one of our most wide-ranging episodes yet — part baseball, part culture, part analytics, part history — and Jim guides all of it with clarity, nuance, and generosity.

The Cardinals kick off the offseason with a blockbuster: Sonny Gray is shipped to Boston in a restructured deal that guarantees him $41M for 2026, while St. Louis brings back young arms Richard Fitts and top prospect Brandon Clarke. We break down what the new rotation pieces bring, plus the Cardinals' smaller moves with Yohel Pozo, Scott Blewett, and Sem Robberse. Trade chatter heats up around JoJo Romero and Ryan Helsley, and we check in on early World Series action and the latest league news, including Ohtani heading to the WBC and a surprising  Semien/Nimmo trade.Have a question or comment for the show? Text or leave us a voicemail at: (848) 48-BIRDS (848-482-4737)Talking About Birds is listener supported on Patreon. Support the show and join our private discord server at: www.patreon.com/talkingaboutbirds.

Justin Tucker is getting a tryout with the New Orleans Saints. Give me a break. What is that team doing? And is Kellen Moore serious? (14:30) Chauncey Billups pleaded not guilty to his role in a Mafia poker scheme. He was released on a $5 million bond. He is facing decades behind bars for his alleged role in the scheme. (22:00) Shohei Ohtani is back in the World Baseball Classic. He announced on Monday that he will return. The MVP from the last tournament is back with the reigning champions of Team Japan. And let's talk about Tatsuya Imai. The latest Japanese ace that was posted. He wants nothing to do with the Dodgers. He wants to take down the Dodgers. (33:15) The Colorado Rockies have a new manager. It's the interim Warren Schaeffer. (37:00) James Cameron went off on Netflix. He says Netflix movies should not be up for Oscars. Oh. (47:00) Mike Kafka has fired the Giants DC. A day after saying he didn't think he'd do it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin Tucker is getting a tryout with the New Orleans Saints. Give me a break. What is that team doing? And is Kellen Moore serious? (14:30) Chauncey Billups pleaded not guilty to his role in a Mafia poker scheme. He was released on a $5 million bond. He is facing decades behind bars for his alleged role in the scheme. (22:00) Shohei Ohtani is back in the World Baseball Classic. He announced on Monday that he will return. The MVP from the last tournament is back with the reigning champions of Team Japan. And let's talk about Tatsuya Imai. The latest Japanese ace that was posted. He wants nothing to do with the Dodgers. He wants to take down the Dodgers. (33:15) The Colorado Rockies have a new manager. It's the interim Warren Schaeffer. (37:00) James Cameron went off on Netflix. He says Netflix movies should not be up for Oscars. Oh. (47:00) Mike Kafka has fired the Giants DC. A day after saying he didn't think he'd do it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We talk about the amount of money that the Miguel Rojas, Shohei Ohtani and Will Smith home run balls from the 2025 World Series went for at auction. Ohtani will compete in the WBC - but will he pitch? Should Lincoln Riley be on the hot seat at USC after losing to Oregon this past weekend? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a textThe four that accepted the $22M Qualifying offer from their teams - Gleyber Torres, Shota Imanaga, Trent Grisham, and Brandon Woodruff all made sense for them and their teams. But for #Rangers one-time star Adolis Garcia, he was non-tendered a 2026 contract along with his teammate Jonah Heim. It's a 'what have you done for me lately' league. We also talk about who are the MVP candidates aside from Judge and Ohtani who have won seemingly year after year. Intro & Outro music this season courtesy of Mercury Maid! Check them out on Spotify or Apple Music!  Please subscribe to our podcast and thanks for listening! If you can give us 4 or 5 star rating that means a lot. And if you have a suggestion for an episode please drop us a line via email at Almostcooperstown@gmail.com.  You can also follow us on X @almostcoop or visit the Almost Cooperstown Facebook page or YouTube channel.  And please tell your friends!www.almostcooperstown.com

From the secrets behind Shohei Ohtani's 64-square goal-setting framework to a comprehensive breakdown of Nvidia's earnings and the durability of the AI bull market. We also debate Scott Galloway's controversial take on why the anti-alcohol movement and remote work might be the worst things to happen to young men...Welcome to the Alfalfa Podcast

On this week's episode, Chris and Cassidy catch up after a very classic San Diego weekend — from Chinese food to playoff games to making the most out of a rainy day.Chris talks Red Dragon in Carlsbad, Bermuda Club game battles, and an elite round of gutter-boat racing thanks to the weather. Cassidy brings in the playoff action for Bray and a little bit of Bills-watching to round out the weekend.Then it's on to sports: Ohtani tipping his cap, pitching questions heading into the offseason , the Aztecs falling to Troy, and some sad news.In New, To Do & Adieu, the guys highlight:• NEW: Copper Kings opening in Oceanside• TO DO: Turkey Trots around San Diego• ADIEU: Saying goodbye to Encinitas Ale HousePlus - a couple questions for Cassidy: How was your sleep? and What are you thankful for?Another fun, local, San Diego-filled episode. Tap in!

10am hour of The K&C Masterpiece! Could all the new additions lead to a new Cowboys defense? A Piece-A-Thon Preview as we are a week away! Baseball Nuggets: Who can knock Judge and Ohtani off their MVP thrones?

Ben & Woods kick off the 9am hour with The Reindl Report and a couple of Paulie's top stories of the morning, including one story at the end that leads us to one our favorite moments on the show in months! Then we discuss a little SDFC news before the guys react to some audio of a dodgers broadcaster talking about Shohei Ohtani and his feelings towards the San Diego Padres? Listen here!

Mike Francesa is back with another all-email episode. He answers your questions on NFL scheduling, Rodgers vs. Brady, the Jets QB situation, and much more. 00:00 NFL Season Wide Open 02:00 Team Schedules and Playoff Impact 03:30 Mets Future Without Pete Alonso 04:38 Lenny Wilkens' Legacy 07:10 St. John's vs. UConn Rivalry and Pitino's Goals 12:05 Too Many 2-Point Converstion Attempts? 13:00 Ohtani vs. Babe Ruth 15:40 Rodgers vs. Brady 17:30 How Would You Re-Draft 2024 QBs 18:30 Jets & Trevor Lawrence 19:15 Yankees Roster 20:17 Passing of Larry Brooks 22:40 Michael Ray Richardson 23:10 Thoughts on NY Mayoral Election 27:10 NFL news and more

Simone Biles talks about her implants, Michigan at Wrigley Field, Sami Sheen vapid tattoo tour, Texas cop v. Gamecocks, KISS honors Ace, Bond girl Kendall Jenner, Ohtani's dog > his wife, and our show causes car accidents. We'll do a LIVE Detroit Lions overreaction show tomorrow at 10:30am. Get your Drew Lane Show merch today! Sports: Marc went to Wrigley Field to support the cult. The Michigan Wolverines defeated Northwestern 24-22. Texas A&M had a wild comeback against the South Carolina Gamecocks. A Texas State Trooper stole the show with some roughhousing. The Alabama kicker is a hothead! Bronny James started and sucked it up. MSU lost another one, this time to Penn State. College GameDay had the worst $2M kicks possibly ever. The Eddie Murphy documentary remains watchable. Drew went on a Murphy movie binge this weekend. Music: Gene Simmons had some nice words for Ace Frehley. Paul Stanley led a moment of silence. Some lost Black Sabbath demos are going to be released. Sharon Osbourne is none too pleased. Alex Van Halen is dropping another book. AI country is taking over the charts. Wolfgang Van Halen has a new Mammoth album out. Shohei Ohtani won another MVP award and he shows his love to his dog. A THIRD deer was smoked while listening to our program. Another dude was involved in a hit and run while listening. Send your crashes to 209-66-Boner! Michelle Obama has another book out. She claims the US isn't ready for a female president. She goes on to explain why Black people can't swim. California gubernatorial candidate Katie Porter is cratering. Politics: Tucker Carlson got ahold of Thomas Matthew Crook's digital footprint. Rocket Money pulls their advertising from Carlson due to Nick Fuentes' appearance on the show. Dasha Nekrasova was dropped by her talent agency for appearing on Fuentes' show. Zohran Mamdani may get his tax raise approved in New York. Kanye West is sorry for being antisemetic. Kylie Jenner is about to make a crappy album. Kendall Jenner wants to be the next Bond girl. Britney Spears cuddled up with the Kardashians over the weekend. The Rolling Stones covered disco classic Shame, Shame, Shame by Shirley & Company. The Stones had quite the Disco run. Simone Biles got some great new boobies. Dave Portnoy heckler, Patrick McClintock, had a GoFundMe that raised $30K. It seems to be gone now. Sami Sheen gives us a tour of her crappy tattoos. She hates the vast majority of them. The Wikipedia co-founder storms off podcast. Billie Eilish vs Elon Musk. There is a war against billionaires! Amy Schumer has lost weight and so she's dumping her husband. South Park continues going hard at Donald Trump as they show him nailing JD Vance. The BBC edited a Jan 6th clip of Donald Trump and the head of the network has resigned. Nauseating troll, Jack Doherty, was arrested in Miami. Hilary Duff is going on tour. She once gave Mike Comrie a BJ after he proposed. Meghan Markle shares a preview of her Christmas decorations. We roll through this Markle classic. She recently made another cooking blunder. If you'd like to help support the show… consider subscribing to our YouTube Channel, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter (Drew Lane, Marc Fellhauer, Trudi Daniels, Jim Bentley and BranDon).

En este EDN & Friends recibimos a Miguel Rojas para conversar sobre cómo vivió salir campeón de la serie mundial y la preparación psicológica que necesita un jugador profesional. Además hablamos de la importancia de las analíticas para manejar un equipo de béisbol y nos enseña su anillo de campeón.  GRACIAS A: MERU, la billetera digital global que te permite manejar tu dinero sin fronteras. Usa el código EDN. Descárgala aquí https://getmeru.com/referrals/?referralCode=EDN y mira lo fácil que es enviar dinero a LATAM y usar tu IBAN desde la app. Sunrise Media Network: Estudio de producción audiovisual en Las Vegas Mas Informacion: @sunrisemedianetwork sunrisemedianetwork.com Otonomus Boutique Hotel en Las Vegas - Book now: lasvegas.otonomushotel.com Más información: @otonomushotel NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/edn Deal exclusivo de 4 meses gratis. Si quieres ver más contenido de Escuela de Nada, suscríbete a Patreon donde por $6 al mes tendrás acceso a un episodio exclusivo cada viernes. También podrás elegir el tópico principal de un episodio al mes en nuestro Tema de Oro y además tendrás acceso a los primeros 200 episodios del podcast. https://www.patreon.com/escueladenada Escúchanos en Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4xOM98A8Es30eGevw6tYwe?si=QwORHX8BTMyzKxJOa9_oZQ&dl_branch=1 Y por último, síguenos en nuestras redes sociales: ESCUELA DE NADA  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/escueladenada/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/escueladenada Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@escueladenada Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/escueladenada Discord: https://discord.com/invite/S8bYM6A 0:00 Intro 3:00 Así vivió Miguel Rojas salir campeón de la serie mundial 7:00 ¿Cómo hubiésemos celebrado un home run? 14:10 12 años de carrera en grandes ligas no es cuestión de suerte 17:35 La preparación psicológica de un pelotero profesional 21:28 La cultura del club house 22:33 ¿Cómo es para un deportista salir en videojuegos? 29:20 Miguel Rojas nos enseña el anillo de la serie mundial 34:10 El tope salarial en el baseball 39.21 ¿Qué hará Miguel Rojas cuando se retire? 40:14 Las analíticas como forma de manejar un equipo 44:39 ¿Por qué ya no hay tantos peloteros puertorriqueños? 47:00 ¿Con qué jugador y manager hubiese querido jugar Miguel Rojas? 49:21 Hay que saber liderar un equipo  52:20 Las interacciones más locas de Miguel Rojas después del home run 1:02:00 ¿A Miguel le molesta que le pregunten por Ohtani? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michelle runs through the most underrated NFL games of the weekend in Four Downs and is taking major heat for her outfit choice today. We have a battle for NFC supremacy this weekend and Peter Burns joins us to make sense of the CFB coaching carousel and the latest CFP rankings. I'm Over It: Pat thinks Judge and Ohtani won charity MVPs this season! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michelle runs through the most underrated NFL games of the weekend in Four Downs and is taking major heat for her outfit choice today. We have a battle for NFC supremacy this weekend and Peter Burns joins us to make sense of the CFB coaching carousel and the latest CFP rankings. I'm Over It: Pat thinks Judge and Ohtani won charity MVPs this season! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jerry is back with the latest, opening with the sounds of yet another Jets loss and another flat outing from Justin Fields. Dexter Lawrence addresses whether he feels any responsibility for Brian Daboll's firing. A caller to Chris Russo throws out a bold idea for the Giants' next head coach, and we revisit a classic Mike Francesa moment where he insisted the Yankees were fortunate they didn't land Ohtani.

Jerry kicks off his first update with the sounds of the Patriots beating the Jets, followed by Willie Colon declaring that Justin Fields simply isn't an NFL quarterback. Shane Bowen reacts to Brian Daboll's firing and looks ahead to the Packers. Aaron Judge takes home the A.L. MVP, Ohtani grabs the N.L. version, and Scott Boras is already selling the world on Cody Bellinger at the winter meetings. Boomer and Gio then marvel at Islanders rookie Matthew Schaefer being born the same year Boomer started at WFAN.

A packed Friday show begins with the Jets sinking even deeper as Justin Fields struggles again after one early touchdown drive. Boomer and Gio question how the team can keep putting him out there and what exactly the Jets are trying to accomplish the rest of the season. Jerry Recco's first update features the sounds of another Patriots win, Willie Colon declaring Fields is not an NFL quarterback, and reaction from Shane Bowen as he prepares for the Packers. Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani sweep the MVP awards, Scott Boras starts hyping Cody Bellinger, and Boomer laughs about Islanders rookie Matthew Schaefer being born the same year he started at WFAN. Hour two shifts to the Giants' head coaching search. Will they go with an experienced veteran or gamble on another coordinator. Gio sees both paths as possible and compares the situation to how the Patriots built around Drake Maye. Mike Tomlin's name surfaces, but acquiring him would take a trade. Jerry returns with more Jets misery, Dexter Lawrence reacts to Brian Daboll's firing, Mike Francesa's old Ohtani take resurfaces, and the guys talk about Barstool's Internet Invitational. Gio then wrestles with his Week 11 picks after going 0 for 5. Hour three features Boomer getting an alert about California flash floods and praising the Patriots' uniforms. Gio reveals his new obsession with the wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald and jokes that this is what aging men do. He also admits he struggles with scripted streaming shows if there are actors instead of documentary storytelling. Jerry brings more Patriots Jets audio as Brock Purdy prepares to return for San Francisco. The hour ends with Gio reacting to two unnecessary apologies and a batch of fun calls. Hour four opens with the Patriots winning their eighth straight over the Jets as Drake Maye looks fully in command. The discussion turns to what the Giants need in their next head coach for Jaxson Dart and why the Jets must turn to Tyrod Taylor. Jerry's final update of the day features Justin Fields' uneven performance, Shane Bowen's comments on Daboll's firing, and Judge and Ohtani's MVP celebrations. Scott Boras pumps up Cody Bellinger, the Moment of the Day features a Chris Russo prank call, and the week wraps with Boomer and Gio's NFL picks for Week eleven.

Boomer and Gio dive deeper into the Giants coaching search. Will ownership lean on a proven veteran or roll the dice on another coordinator? Gio sees a path either way and compares the situation to how the Patriots set things up for Drake Maye. Mike Tomlin's name has surfaced, but landing him would require a trade. One caller jumps in to tell Boomer he has been praising the Patriots a little too much. Jerry Recco returns with another update featuring the sounds of another Jets loss and another underwhelming outing from Justin Fields. Dexter Lawrence is asked whether he feels any responsibility for Brian Daboll's firing. A caller to Chris Russo tosses out a head coaching suggestion, and the guys revisit Mike Francesa insisting the Yankees were lucky not to get Ohtani. Aaron Judge reacts to winning the A.L. MVP, and Boomer and Gio talk about Barstool's Internet Invitational golf tournament. The hour closes with Gio trying to climb out of an 0-5 hole after a brutal week of picks and struggling to decide where to go next.

The hour opens with another rough night for the Jets as Justin Fields struggles after one early touchdown drive. Boomer and Gio question how the team can keep putting Fields out there if they want to win and build a real culture. What exactly is the plan for the rest of the season, and how can it involve anything other than moving on at quarterback? Jerry Recco delivers his first update with the sounds of the Patriots beating the Jets, plus Willie Colon saying Fields is not an NFL quarterback. Shane Bowen weighs in on the firing of Brian Daboll while turning the page toward the Packers. Aaron Judge wins the A.L. MVP, Ohtani takes the N.L. version, and Scott Boras is already talking up Cody Bellinger at the winter meetings. Boomer and Gio wrap the hour with a wild fact about Islanders rookie Matthew Schaefer being born the same year Boomer started at WFAN, Gio's affection for the Spittin Chicklets crew, and a caller pushing the idea of an Alabama quarterback for the Jets.

Michelle runs through the most underrated NFL games of the weekend in Four Downs and is taking major heat for her outfit choice today. We have a battle for NFC supremacy this weekend and Peter Burns joins us to make sense of the CFB coaching carousel and the latest CFP rankings. I'm Over It: Pat thinks Judge and Ohtani won charity MVPs this season! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As the winners were announced for the end-of-year MLB awards, there weren't many surprises regarding who would take home hardware this season. However, the one race everyone speculated about—the American League MVP—finally delivered an answer on Thursday night.On this episode of Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss the extremely tight race that saw New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge just edge out Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh to earn his third MVP award. While Raleigh had a historic season, doing something no catcher had ever done before by hitting 60 home runs, Aaron Judge's incredible performance could not be denied.Later, Jake and Jordan talk about Shohei Ohtani's unanimous victory in the National League, earning his second consecutive honor in the senior circuit. They then get into the Paul Skenes-to-Yankees report that surfaced, Scott Boras busting out some classic one-liners in his annual GM Meetings press availability and make their picks for The Good, The Bad & The Uggla.1:41 — The Opener: Judge wins tight MVP race19:27 — Ohtani wins fourth MVP award35:21 — Paul Skenes–Yankees rumor49:00 — Scott Boras scoreboard returns1:05:53 — The Good, The Bad & The Uggla Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

Michelle runs through the most underrated NFL games of the weekend in Four Downs and is taking major heat for her outfit choice today. We have a battle for NFC supremacy this weekend and Peter Burns joins us to make sense of the CFB coaching carousel and the latest CFP rankings. I'm Over It: Pat thinks Judge and Ohtani won charity MVPs this season! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michelle runs through the most underrated NFL games of the weekend in Four Downs and is taking major heat for her outfit choice today. We have a battle for NFC supremacy this weekend and Peter Burns joins us to make sense of the CFB coaching carousel and the latest CFP rankings. I'm Over It: Pat thinks Judge and Ohtani won charity MVPs this season! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Time for Sports Graffiti! Mason and Ramona Shelburne are joined by Bergman for an offseason Boys in Blue report! How many more MVP Awards will Ohtani win in his career? What did Paul Finebaum have to say about Lincoln Riley? What is the current state of USC Football? Who is the right coach for Penn State? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SEASON 4 EPISODE 32: COUNTDOWN WITH KEITH OLBERMANN A-Block (2:30) SPECIAL COMMENT: Quislings. Traitors. Cowards. Capitulators. Collaborators. Fakes. Frauds. Enablers. Betrayers. Failures. Political Prostitutes. Senators Durbin, Kaine, Fetterman, Shaheen, Cortez-Masto, Hassan, Rosen, and King need to be expelled from the Democratic party and any that mistakenly think they have a chance of retaining their seats must be primaried. Must be. They are not progressives, they are not pragmatists, they are not even moderates. They are fools. Their careers must be ended. Now. Durbin, Kaine, Fetterman, Shaheen, Cortez-Masto, Hassan, Rosen, and King. Now. Done. Forgotten. Let us hear their names no more. Last night these eight Senators voted to fold, without any pressure, without any bribe, without anything. They voted to kick millions of Americans off ObamaCare in order to reopen and fund the government – for only three months, mind you – in exchange not for magic beans but just the promise of a vote in which they’ll GET magic beans – a vote ON the health care subsidies - IF half a dozen Republicans defy Trump. A vote about magic beans. Which they won’t win. Their rationalizations were pathetic and suggested their familiarity with the reality of the Senate, of Trump, of the Republican Party, was less than that of the average Senate Page. What's worse is, this happens now as the reality becomes more and clear: Trump’s mind is gone. It’s so bad even The Washington Post noticed. It’s so bad The Washington Post even put it on their front page. He’s hyping weight loss drugs. In The Oval Office. And how he and he alone can bring down their price. And a weight loss patient there to extoll weight loss drugs and say how safe they are and praise Trump’s wonderfulness… collapses. Folds. Drops, slow-motion, like a deflating inflatable tube man at a used car sales lot. Trump – whose mind is gone - not only doesn’t help the guy on the floor… he’s offended he upstaged him. And then Trump – whose MIND IS GONE - falls asleep. For the second time. Or as The Washington Post put it: “A Closer Look At Trump’s Apparent Struggles To Fight Off Sleep In The Oval Office” read the Post headline. “A Washington Post analysis of multiple video feeds found that the president spent nearly 20 minutes apparently battling to keep his eyes open…” 815 words follow. And four pictures. One of Trump – whose mind is gone - with one eye closed. One with one eye closed and two fingers rubbing it. One with both eyes closed. One where you can almost SEE the snoring. Even. The Washington Post. Knows It. Let’s step back from the nuts-and-bolts of the government shutdown to try to process how it was perceived by Trump…whose mind is gone. HE thought it would be a GOOD idea to cut off food stamps so lines at soup kitchens would get longer just as it was getting cold. He thought the correct political move as the Holidays approached was… government-sponsored starvation. He believed that the country would praise him for… gradually shutting down all air travel – including all air travel FOR HIS SUPPORTERS – first for Thanksgiving and then for Christmas and New Year’s. He thought these were good political moves. SPORTSBALLCENTER (30:00): Yes, legal gambling could send two Cleveland pitchers to jail for 65 years. But no, they didn't actually make a Shohei Ohtani Used Jockstrap baseball card. B-Block (38:00) THE WORST PERSONS IN THE WORLD: Politico thinks the first thing a Mayor-Elect of New York has to do is answer questions about the 2028 Senate elections. The Breaker media newsletter finds the New York Times fricasseeing its own digital books. That's right: FIFA isn't just polishing Trump's knob, it's inventing a "Peace Prize" so it can polish it harder. And Dr. Oz wants you to lose 400 pounds by the midterms. C-Block (55:00) WHY I'M NOT A HOCKEY ANNOUNCER: One of my favorite sportscasting stories: how my budding career as a plucky pucky play-by-play guy was thwarted when the team we were broadcasting "forgot to rent the rink" - and how I avenged myself.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Covino & Rich debate a potential Jake Paul card that inserts Nate Diaz! "BTN?" Is Diaz boxing's K-Fed & J-Wow? Freddie Freeman surprises with the Worm! Plus, Kyler Murray drama, college 6-7, Bulls, & Cove finally gets his cash/Ohtani card!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Covino & Rich debate Nate Diaz being "BTN!" Is Diaz boxing's K-Fed & J-Wow? Freddie Freeman surprises with the Worm! Kyler Murray drama, college 6-7, Bulls, & Cove finally gets his cash/Ohtani card! They have fun examining the Yamamoto 1/1 Topps rookie card that hasn't been found yet! Plus, 'MIKE'S WORDS OF WISDOM,' 'MID WEAK MAJOR' & Mad Dog rants on the Dodgers Joe Davis!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We may have crowned Ohtani the best ever a little too early. Dianna Russini stops by to share stories from the NFL Owners Meetings and how it is just like dating. Plus, where did things go wrong for Vikings and are the Eagles going to trade A.J. Brown? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Raheem is back to bring his take on all things sports including Ohtani and the World Series, what is going wrong with the Miami Dolphins and what is going right with the Kansas City Chiefs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices