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Munaf Manji and SleepyJ talk NFL player props for Week 3. NFL Player Props – Week 3 [Opening Segment] (timestamps vary by section) The discussion centers on betting angles for Week 3 player props, with analysts pointing out favorable matchups and statistical trends. Direct quotes reveal a focus on efficiency and expected production. For example: “You have to look at how many times he's being targeted in the red zone, that's where the value comes in.” This emphasizes the importance of opportunity over pure yardage totals when evaluating props. [Quarterbacks] Attention is given to pass attempts and touchdowns. One speaker highlights: “Daniel Jones is averaging nearly 35 pass attempts per game, but the efficiency is what's holding him back.” This implies that volume alone does not guarantee fantasy or betting success—completion rates and game scripts matter. [Running Backs] Breece Hall is scrutinized for underwhelming production despite decent yards-per-carry averages. “He's sitting at 4.7 per carry, but without consistent usage, you can't back the over.” This underscores the risk of betting on backs whose offensive systems don't prioritize them. Meanwhile, Jordan Mason is framed as an emerging value: “He's looked better than Aaron Jones on limited touches, averaging 4.1 yards per carry.” This points to his growing role in the Vikings' backfield. [Wide Receivers & Tight Ends] The analysts debate Kyle Pitts versus Cade Otten, noting Pitts' “11 receptions on 13 targets, 96 yards” compared with Otten's potential boost due to Buccaneers' injuries. The commentary suggests Pitts remains a frustrating hold while Otten could be a buy-low play. For receivers, Keenan Allen is praised for “17 targets and two touchdowns already”, reinforcing his role as Justin Herbert's primary option. [Team-Level Context] Defenses are tied into betting strategy. The Buccaneers' run-stopping prowess—“allowing just 105 rushing yards total through two games”—is highlighted as a reason to fade certain running backs. Conversely, the Panthers' weak rush defense bolsters confidence in Atlanta's ground-heavy attack led by Bijan Robinson and Tyler Allgeier. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

AI slop shownotes as usual. Enjoy! Opening Segment (00:00 - 02:00)Personal catch-up between the hostsHong Kong Jack celebrates a major birthday in Macau with surprise family visitDiscussion of Hong Kong-Macau travel via new bridge/tunnel (1 hour 20 minutes door-to-door)Major Discussion TopicsAustralian Politics - Coalition Crisis (02:00 - 15:30)Key Points:Polling disaster: Coalition at 27% approval rating, Labor leads 58-42 two-party preferredElectoral wipeout: Liberal Party holds minimal metropolitan seats across major citiesParty structure collapse: Lack of grassroots organization compared to historical ALP branchesDemographic breakdown: Libs losing women, young people, multicultural communities (except 65+ voters)Leadership pressure: Susan Ley facing potential challenge, comparisons to "Brendan Nelson months"Policy tensions: Net zero commitments causing internal fracturesNotable Quote: Troy Bramston - "There is no guarantee the Liberal Party will survive"Climate Policy and Net Zero Debate (07:10 - 14:40)Key Points:National Climate Risk Assessment Report findings:400% increase in heat-related mortality in Sydney2.7 million work days lost by 2061 due to heatwaves$600 billion property value losses by 2050$40 billion annual natural disaster costsPublic opinion: 77% of Australians want government climate actionPolitical implications: Andrew Hastie threatens to quit front bench over net zero policyInternational context: UK Tories' experience with climate policy costsVictorian Politics - Liberal Party Internal Struggles (21:00 - 26:00)Key Points:Philip Davis survives challenge from Greg Mirabella for Liberal Party State DirectorDiscussion of Labor government vulnerabilities despite Liberal Party dysfunctionAnalysis of "machete bins" controversy and opposition messaging failuresUnited States - Charlie Kirk Assassination (26:50 - 33:00)Key Points:Tyler Robertson (22) charged with Kirk's murderDiscussion of political discourse breakdown in AmericaSocial media radicalization of young menCriticism of premature political speculation (Barry Cassidy example)International AffairsUS-Korea Relations Crisis (33:15 - 36:50)ICE raid on 300 South Korean workers in Georgia battery facilityOnly one Korean worker chose to stay after offered returnImplications for US foreign investment attractivenessUK Political Upheaval (40:25 - 58:15)Major Topics:Tommy Robinson Rally: 100,000+ protesters in LondonImmigration tensions: 50,000 asylum seekers annuallyStarmer's crisis: Peter Mandelson appointment controversy (Jeffrey Epstein connections)Leadership challenges: Calls for Starmer's resignation from both left and rightConservative Party collapse: Danny Kruger defects to Reform UKFrance - Government Instability (62:30 - 64:00)Sébastien Le Corneau named new PM after confidence voteBudget crisis and spending control issuesMiddle East - Israel-US Tensions (64:00 - 67:30)Netanyahu takes responsibility for Al-Yudid airbase incidentDiscussion of Arab neighbors' role in regional solutionsQatari investment commitments to US ($3.3 trillion over decade)Sports Coverage (67:30 - 79:00)Spring Racing Carnival PreviewDiscussion of Melbourne Cup preparation and "pagan fertility festival" atmosphereNRL Finals AnalysisRaiders vs Broncos "golden point" thriller described as exceptional rugby leagueMelbourne, Sharks, Panthers, and Brisbane assessment for finalsAFL Finals PredictionsPreliminary Finals Preview:Hawthorn vs Geelong (favor Geelong by 20 points)Collingwood vs Brisbane (favor Collingwood)Praise for Josh Weddle (Hawthorn) and Jai Newcombe's finals performancesClosing Segment - Literary Humor (79:00 - 82:30)H.L. Mencken Epitaph: "If after I depart this vale, you ever remember me and have thought to please my ghost, forgive some sinner and wink your eye at some homely girl"Spike Milligan Epitaph: "See, I told you I wasn't well"Proposed Episode Titles"Coalition Collapse: The Liberal Party's Existential Crisis""From Polls to Protest: Democracy Under Pressure""The Unraveling: Political Upheaval Across Three Continents""27% and Falling: When Political Parties Face Extinction""Net Zero, Net Loss: Climate Politics Reshaping the Right"Contact InformationTwitter: @JacktheInsiderEmail: ConditionerReleaseProgram@gmail.comEpisode Duration: 1 hour 22 minutes

Happy Friday, gang! Scott Lee is back for another day, and we begin the show by talking about the various stories in the news this morning. . . .

Happy "Friday Eve"! With Rich off for the rest of the week, Scott Lee joins us this AM to host the show. To start with, we talk about the news that Disney/ABC has pulled JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE! from the air following the controversial host's remarks in the aftermath of Charlie Kirk's assassination.

We start this Tuesday with the "Top Things" that you need to know this morning. . . .

We begin this AM by telling you the "Top Things" that you need to know this Monday. . . .

Opening Segment of Talkin' Baseball with Marty Lurie before the start of the Giants/Dodgers series finale at Oracle ParkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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TGIF! We begin with the "Top Things" that you need to know today.

All morning long this somber Thursday, we will be reflecting on the assassination of political activist Charlie Kirk; first, we hear from our good friend Jeff Katz. . . .

Remembering Police Officer Jaime Roman On This Sad Anniversary, Liz Peek Joins Us To Talk China And The Biden Administration, A Passionate Caller Shares Her Thoughts On The Murder In Charlotte And Dr. Marty Makary Speaking On The FDAs 128 Actions Items

Happy Hump Day, morning fam! We begin, of course, by telling you the "Top Things" that you need to know this Wednesday. . . .

Happy Tuesday, fam -- we begin, of course, by telling you the "Top Things" that you need to know to start your morning today. . . .

Happy Monday, listening fam! (How about that Aaron Rodgers?!) We begin, of course, by telling you the "Top Things" that you need to know this AM (besides that Aaron Rodgers still is awesome). . . .

Opening Segment of Talkin' Baseball with Marty before the series finale vs the CardsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Opening Segment of Talkin' Baseball with Marty before the series finale vs the CardsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy Friday!!! We begin today by telling you the "Top Things" that you need to know as we start the weekend. . . .

Happy "Friday Eve"! We begin this morning, of course, by telling you the "Top Things" that you need to know this Thurd

Happy Hump Day, listening fam! (Hey -- it came early this week!) We begin, of course, by telling you the "Top Things" that you need to know to start your Wednesday morning. . . .

Good morning, all! We start our first show of the week (and of September) by telling you the "Top Things" that you need to know this Tuesday. . . .

Opening Segment of Talkin' Baseball with Marty Lurie before the start of the Series Finale vs the Orioles at Oracle ParkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Opening Segment of Talkin' Baseball with Marty Lurie before the start of the Series Finale vs the Orioles at Oracle ParkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TGIF! We begin our last broadcast for August (!) by telling you the "Top Things" that you need to know as you start the holiday weekend. . . .

On a more somber "Friday Eve" than usual, we begin by telling you the "Top Things" that you need to know this morning. . . .

Hump Day!!!!! We start the show, of course, by telling you the "Top Things" that you need to know this Wednesday morning. . . .

Happy Tuesday, all! We begin this morning, of course, by telling you the "Top Things" that you need to know to start your day. . . .

AD and Nick are joined by Joseph from One Potato and BBQ in Omaha...He brought Nick and AD loaded baked potatoes! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Happy Monday, listening fam! We begin the show and week by telling you the "Top Things" that you need to know this morning. . . .

Opening Segment of Talkin' Baseball with Marty before the series finale vs the BrewersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Happy "Friday Eve," listening fam! We of course start by telling you the top things that you need to know this Thursday morning. . . .

Happy Hump Day, gang! We begin today, of course, by telling you the top things that you need to know this Wednesday morning. . . .

Nick needs to set the record straight after being thrown under the bus by Jake, Bill and Sip earlier.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Happy Tuesday! We begin, of course, with "Five Things" that you need to know this morning. . . .

Sean Brace, Sam Oshtry, Sean Barnard, and Steve Pinone are LIVE from Ocean City High School as Villanova Football holds their annual open practice before the regular season begins on Sept. 6 against Colgate!

Happy Monday, listening fam! We begin today, naturally, by telling you "Five Things" -- er, *Three* Things! -- that you need to know to start your workweek.

Opening Segment of Talkin' Baseball with Marty before the series finale vs the Rays at Oracle ParkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Happy Friday, all! We start of course by telling you "Five Things" that you need to know this summer morning. . . .

The interview systematically explores Constantine's story through five main segments:Opening Segment establishes the historical context, describing Christianity as a persecuted minority religion under Diocletian's Great Persecution (303 CE), practiced by only 10-15% of the Roman population in secret, underground conditions.Segment 1 examines Constantine before his conversion - his birth around 272 CE as son of Constantius Chlorus, his upbringing in the tetrarchy system, and his rise to power following his father's death in York (306 CE). This section details the Battle of Milvian Bridge (312 CE) and presents both versions of Constantine's famous vision: Lactantius's account of a dream featuring the chi-rho symbol, and Eusebius's more dramatic story of a cross of light in the sky with the words "In this sign, conquer."Segment 2 focuses on immediate changes following Constantine's victory, particularly the revolutionary Edict of Milan (313 CE) that granted complete religious freedom throughout the empire. The discussion covers Constantine's extensive privileges granted to Christians - tax exemptions for clergy, judicial authority for bishops, massive church construction projects, and his direct involvement in church disputes like the Donatist controversy.Segment 3 explores long-term transformations, including the institutionalization of Christianity, the development of elaborate church hierarchies mirroring imperial administration, and the evolution of Christian theology to accommodate temporal power. Special attention is given to the Arian controversy and the Council of Nicaea (325 CE), where Constantine presided over the first ecumenical council and helped establish the Nicene Creed.Segment 4 addresses ongoing scholarly debates about Constantine's motives, presenting evidence for both sincere conversion and political calculation. The discussion examines how different Christian denominations view Constantine's legacy today and identifies lasting impacts on Christian theology and practice.Educational Value and AccessibilityThis podcast successfully balance scholarly accuracy with public accessibility, making complex theological and political concepts understandable to general audiences while maintaining historical nuance. They present multiple perspectives on contested issues, encourage critical thinking about historical interpretation, and connect ancient events to enduring questions about religion, politics, and power.The complementary formats serve different audience preferences and production needs - the interview format works well for hosts seeking expert dialogue, while the documentary format suits producers wanting comprehensive single-narrator presentations. Both achieve the goal of exploring Constantine's pivotal role in transforming Christianity from a persecuted minority faith into the dominant religious force in Western civilization.

Happy "Friday Eve"! We begin this Thursday by telling you "Five Things" that you need to know to start your day. . . .

Happy Hump Day! We begin, of course, by telling you "Five Things" that you need to know this Wednesday morning. . . .

We start the show by telling you "Five Things" that you need to know this Tuesday morning. . . .

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