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The 2025 Ohio State football season will kick off against the Texas Longhorns in less than 70 days. Tony Gerdeman of BuckeyeHuddle.com has some bold predictions on how the Buckeyes' season could go. He joins host Tom Orr on this episode of the Buckeyes TomOrrow Morning podcast to discuss:Can CB Devin Sanchez do something no OSU freshman has in more than 20 years?Will the Buckeyes' quarterbacks accomplish something for the first time since 1995?Can an offensive standout hit a milestone no Buckeye has in more than a decade?Will LB Sonny Styles do something no OSU linebacker has since AJ Hawk?
Beam and Patrick Murphy in studio to talk a big recruiting weekend for the Buckeyes, the Wisconsin-Miami lawsuit, new college football playoff predictions, and hear comments from Jim Tressel. Plus the Power Five, and Mick Walker of On 3 stops by to talk OSU recruiting!
Ohio State men’s basketball beat reporter Adam Jardy recaps his takeaways from Jake Deibler’s press conference on the latest episode of the BuckeyeXtra basketball podcast. During this edition, we provide news and nuggets on what we've learned about the current roster and discuss player Devin Royal.
Show Open – Michigan State has taken a lot from Ohio State over the years. Cowboys might not be that good. Buckeyes have first road game at Michigan State. Big Ten weekend slate. Georgia vs. Alabama in September is another thing to get used to. Can Travis Hunter win the Heisman? Tim May (Lettermen Row) joined us. Know the Scores. OSU vs. MSU. Doug Lesmerises (The Kings of the North) joined us for more college football talk.
The Pacers stay alive...OSU gets a big Linebacker recruit...and Schlegs can't swim. Our guests: Chad Patrick of "We Win, You Win" and AJ Hawk
Howard Barnett began his career in 1975 as a business lawyer in Tulsa, specializing in securities offerings and corporate transactions primarily for the growing number of entrepreneurial oil and gas companies.In 1985, he joined Tribune Swab-Fox Companies Inc. as its executive vice president and COO of its daily newspaper subsidiary, Tulsa Tribune Company, eventually becoming chairman and CEO of the parent company. Barnett entered state government in 1998 as secretary of commerce for Oklahoma Governor Frank Keating and as the director of the Oklahoma Department of Commerce. In 1999, he became Governor Keating's chief of staff, serving until the end of Keating's term in January 2003.He was named OSU-Tulsa President in 2009 and became President Emeritus in 2019.In Howard's oral history interview, he talks about the closing of the Tulsa Tribune, his work in state government, and his work in Tulsa's new form of city government, on the oral history podcast and website of VoicesOfOklahoma.com.
Happy Thursday! It's Man & Nicole Shearin today, we're taking resumes to date Nicole, Man tells us why his underwear was soiled, OSU football got some good news & some bad news, the CFP leaders met again this week, we chat about scented candles, we have some gossip for you & we hear some Too Hot audio.
The OSU Dr. Strauss incident refers to the sexual misconduct scandal involving Dr. Richard Strauss, a former athletic team doctor, and physician at Ohio State University (OSU) from 1978 to 1998. To date, 521 male survivors have come forward saying they were assaulted during his tenure at the university. The abuse took place in various settings, including medical examinations, athletic facilities, and Strauss' off-campus clinic.OSU has been criticized for its failure to act on numerous complaints and reports against Strauss during that time, which allowed the abuse to continue for years. In response to the investigation, OSU has apologized to the victims and says it has taken steps to implement new policies and procedures to protect students and ensure accountability, all while continuing to fight survivors in court for over five years. The case has sparked a broader conversation about the need for systemic change in institutions to prevent sexual misconduct and prioritize the safety and well-being of students.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-opperman-report--1198501/support.
Shehan Jeyarajah CBS Sports joins 365 Sports to discuss his thoughts on the top 25 coaching hires in college football, what was the critera for being a top coaching hire, who are the best hires in college football, his thoughts on Mike Gundy at OSU, his thoughts on coaches that just missed the list and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ohio State's latest 5-star quarterback signee, Tavien St. Clair, made a name for himself with impressive performances at the Buckeyes' summer 7-on-7 camps. Thursday, his younger brother, Reign St. Clair, put on a show at the same camp. Marc Givler of BuckeyeHuddle.com joins host Tom Orr to discuss what they saw from the 2028 quarterback prospect. Plus, could Ohio State be getting ready to add a second quarterback to their 2027 class? With Brady Edmunds already committed, another 2027 signalcaller with an OSU offer had an impressive day at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center. Could Teddy Jarrard end up a Buckeye as well? And could two-quarterback recruiting classes become a more common thing?All that, plus a look at in-state linebacker commit CJ Sanna on this episode of the Buckeyes TomOrrow Morning podcast.
Camp season is wrapping up this week at Ohio State, and two of the quarterbacks at the top of the Buckeyes' board for 2028 were on campus to work out in front of Ryan Day and the OSU coaching staff. Marc Givler of BuckeyeHuddle.com was there to see both Champ Monds and Neimann Lawrence throw. He joins host Tom Orr to discuss what he saw from both players, as well as where things stand in their recruitments in this episode of the Buckeyes TomOrrow Morning podcast.
Matt Reed joins Ed Opperman to discuss the class action against OSU for historical sexual abuse.Ohio State University has paid out $60 million in settlement money in the last few years to hundreds of former students and athletes who say they were sexually abused decades ago by a school doctor.Its former president has publicly apologized “to each person who endured” abuse at the hands of the late Dr. Richard Strauss.And the university has repeatedly said it was on the side of the hundreds of men that Strauss preyed on from the 1970s to the 1990s, mostly under the guise of performing medical exams like hernia checks, which require a doctor to examine a patient's genitals.But faced with at least five more lawsuits from some 236 men alleging they too were molested by Strauss, OSU is now denying it ever “admitted” to any wrongdoing.WebsiteGo Fund MeBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-opperman-report--1198501/support.
Commitment season is upon us and Ohio State seems to be taking full advantage of it, having watched its 2026 recruiting class grow significantly and it might not be done. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss at OSU's latest successes, which include commits on the offensive line, defensive line and running back. Plus, previewing a few important upcoming dates and who could be on commit watch. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Happy Tuesday! It's Man & Adam King today, Man likes the new CBJ logo and King doesn't, the CFP committee is getting together today, we chat about the ceiling for OSU football, we go Inside the Buckeyes, King is scared at drive thru's, Man hates going to weddings & we do Rapid Fire.
In this episode of Red Dirt Agronomy, the team sits down with Dr. Jayson Lusk, Vice President and Dean of Agricultural Programs at Oklahoma State University, for a wide-ranging conversation on the future of agriculture and leadership in higher education. Dr. Lusk reflects on his journey from researcher to administrator, the challenges of guiding a land-grant institution, and how he stays grounded in the needs of Oklahoma's producers. The discussion explores the evolving role of faculty engagement, the value of public communication, and how Extension can remain impactful in an increasingly digital world.The episode also covers Dr. Lusk's strategic vision for OSU agriculture, including plans to revitalize off-campus facilities, launch a beef center of excellence, and leverage big data and AI to support producer decision-making. With insights into the delicate balance of university leadership and the importance of staying connected with faculty and stakeholders, this conversation offers practical value for anyone invested in the future of agricultural research and outreach.Key Takeaways Leadership Through Service: Dr. Lusk's path to administration was driven by a desire to amplify impact, not personal ambition.Extension Still Matters: Public-facing efforts like podcasts and producer engagement remain central to OSU's land-grant mission.Strategic, Not Micromanaged: Dr. Lusk emphasizes empowering faculty and fostering collaboration over top-down control.From Data to Decisions: OSU aims to invest in tools that help producers turn data into practical, on-farm choices.Modernizing Infrastructure: Upgrading aging research farms and facilities is a top priority to support future ag innovation.Beef and Wheat Focus: Strategic investment is centered on Oklahoma's two leading ag sectors—cattle and wheat.Funding Realities: OSU's ag programs benefit from strong state support, offering resilience amid federal funding uncertainty.Collaboration Counts: Lusk believes faculty success drives college success—and that includes interdisciplinary teamwork.Measuring Impact, Not Just Output: Dr. Lusk calls for better ways to reward high-impact work that goes beyond publication metrics.Producers as Stakeholders: Oklahoma taxpayers fund OSU's ag work, and deserve results they can see in the field.Timestamps:00:04 - Welcome and episode intro03:16 - Dr. Lusk's path from faculty to administration07:08 - Strategic decisions in leadership roles13:33 - Navigating university structure and transitions18:42 - Measuring impact in research and extension30:56 - Challenges and strategy behind the new OSU Ag Hall34:28 - Dr. Lusk's strategic vision for OSU Agriculture38:24 - The future of ag data, decision tools, and AI RedDirtAgronomy.com
Ohio State opens its 2025 season by facing Texas for what will be the fifth time in program history, hoping to break a tie. OSU and the Longhorns have split the previous four meetings, with each getting a home game (winning as the visitor) and each getting a win in a bowl game. Ryan Day's 2024 team claimed the most recent back in January in the Cotton Bowl on their way to a national title. As they gear up for the rematch on Aug. 30, what can those four previous games tell us about what to expect? Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis will spend the next few weeks exploring these four games. They'll look at what went right, what went wrong and everything in between using the same Retalkables format we've used for the past five years. Only this time, we'll look through these games with a 2025 lens as a unique way to talk about game No. 5. Up first, a 2005 meeting where Vince Young came to Columbus and left with a 25-22 win in a game between the nation's No. 2 and No. 5 teams. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ohio State men’s basketball beat reporter Adam Jardy recaps “Vet Week” on the latest episode of the BuckeyeXtra basketball podcast. During this edition, we break down what we learned and provide some takeaways from this event.
Don Eggspuehler grew up in a small town in the heartland of America during the 1950s. Like millions of other “Baby Boomers” growing up in midwest rural towns at that time, Don enjoyed a large close-knit family, which fostered the passing-down of life lessons through story-telling. After graduating from Iowa Falls High School in 1965, Don attended The Ohio State University. While majoring in International Studies, Don also learned how to fly airplanes and helicopters, achieving commercial pilot ratings. After graduating from OSU in 1969, Don joined the U.S. Marine Corps as an officer and progressed through a series of flying assignments, including combat bombing missions in A-6A jets in Vietnam. In episode 575 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why Don chose The Ohio State University for his undergraduate experience, what he thought about when he was drafted into the Marines and the promise he made to his mom, what his Mom's reaction was to his book called "Letters to Mom", what lessons he learned from his time in the military, how he was able to deal with high pressure situations, how reading his letters helped to deal with his invisible wounds, how laughter can be a tool for resilience, what life lessons he learned in grade school, and why storytelling is so powerful. Enjoy!
The media knew Ohio State athletic director Ross Bjork was holding a press conference on Thursday. What we did not know is that he would hold court for well over an hour and would cover so many interesting topics that we almost lost count. He discussed the ever-changing landscape of NIL in college sports -- including which OSU sports will receive money made available from the House settlement -- he talked about the new, streamlined NIL organization at Ohio State called Buckeye Sports Group, he discussed OSU trying to play more home night games, he went in-depth on Ohio Stadium renovations and much more. Jonah Booker and Dave Biddle unpack a lot of that and react to what Bjork had to say on the Friday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Robo umps seem like a bad idea. Why do we care about this? The Worst Day on the Web. WSU and OSU are out in the cold.
Show Open – Michigan State has taken a lot from Ohio State over the years. Cowboys might not be that good. Buckeyes have first road game at Michigan State. Big Ten weekend slate. Georgia vs. Alabama in September is another thing to get used to. Can Travis Hunter win the Heisman? Tim May (Lettermen Row) joined us. Know the Scores. OSU vs. MSU. Doug Lesmerises (The Kings of the North) joined us for more college football talk.
On this episode of The CGA Tour, host Calvin Glen Alexander is joined by former Oklahoma State basketball star Mitchell Solomon! From his days battling in the Big 12 to his current role and impacting the game beyond the hardwood, Mitchell shares stories of growth, grit, and giving back.We cover his OSU career highlights, leadership lessons from Coach Underwood and Coach Boynton, reflections on Bedlam matchups, and life after pro basketball. Whether you're a Cowboys fan or love great athlete stories—this one's for you!Thank you to ZACH HARRIS, who helped set up this interview!Zach@okinsurancegroup.comwww.okinsurancegroup.com1-405-701-5368
Principal Matters: The School Leader's Podcast with William D. Parker
A Quick Note to Listeners: Before this week's interview, Will Parker answers a question from a student in Jen Schwanke's graduate class at OSU. The question is: How did you ensure equity and fairness in staff evaluations, promotions, and leadership opportunities? (Question from Diona Ross, High School Intervention Specialist from Columbus, Ohio) Listen in to […] The post PMP452: Reaching Every Student with Dr. Tracie Anderson Swilley appeared first on Principal Matters.
On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss the most interesting things observed and heard at Ohio State's second June 2025 recruiting camp. The two discuss OSU's two 2027 commits in five-star wide receiver Jamier Brown and four-star quarterback Brady Edmunds. But they also discuss a bevy of other players which includes a Glenville product already committed elsewhere. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Happy Tuesday! The Reds won the Ohio Cup, we adopted a baby groundhog, OSU hoops is getting a new court, we chat about stealing your car back, we do Rapid Fire, & we rank our Top 5 restaurants that we want added to the Columbus area.
Happy Tuesday Edition of the Program!! Ohio is The Best State in the Union!! Bert Kreischer says so!! The Reds own hold the Ohio Cup for the 1st time since 2014. The Stanley Cup had a rout last night. There is no game in the NBA or Stanley Cup Finals tonight and that makes no sense. NFL Mandatory Mini-Camps are full go. The Buckeye Sports Group is here. We'll let you know what that means and if we think OSU can keep 36 Varsity Sports and which should go if it comes to that. The Sporting New's Bill Bender, Tuesday's with Tiberi, What's Up, The Real Truth, Thing or Not a Thing and 3 Things
Ohio State men’s basketball beat reporter Adam Jardy talks about team camp on the latest episode of the BuckeyeXtra basketball podcast. During this edition we also mention Ohio State’s revenue sharing plans after a settlement approval, and more.
OSU punches their ticket to Omaha! Congratulations to Mitch Canham and his team! Dan Wetzel joins the boys for the Daily Ticker. Does the House Settlement fix everything?
Mike Parker, the voice of the Oregon State Beavers, joins the show to breakdown the Beavers Super Regional victory over Florida State and another trip to Omaha for the baseball team.
It's hot and Dirt is sleepy! What caught your eye this weekend in the sports world? OSU punches their ticket to Omaha for the first time since 2018. ESPN senior writer Dan Wetzel joins the show to breakdown the House Settlement's approval and what it means for college athletics. Mike Parker joins the show to talk about what it means for the Beavers baseball team to make it to Omaha for the first time under Manager Mitch Canham. Enjoy!
In this edition of Big Me Kickoff we are talking about a few news items that you can't get away from this weekend. Ohio State saw a top OL target get away to a Big Ten foe, what happened there? Plus, the racket up north had its day in NCAA court, what should we be looking for? And of course the Feds can't have a day without trying to be in the middle of things... the court has passed the 'settlement' but there are way more questions than answers.
It is a recruiting-themed edition of the Happy Hour as Patrick Murphy is joined by The Dean of Ohio State Football Recruiting, Bill Kurelic. How did camp go at OSU this week? Who is visiting this weekend? We have that and much more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tim May and Patrick Murphy talk OSU's recruitment camp, and Conner Stallions showing up for the NCAA Infractions hearing! Plus Steve Helwagen stops by the show, and we Buckle Up with Mekka Don!
It's Week 2 of official visit season for Ohio State, meaning another group of important 2026 targets will be on campus. This second weekend was supposed to feature five players, with five-star safety Jett Washington headlining as the highest-rated visitor. But plans have recently changed with him now visiting Oregon On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss the impact of Washington's change of plans, plus a look at the other four players who will visit. But first, a conversation about 2027 borderline five-star quarterback commit Brady Edmunds, who was at OSU's first June camp. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Braga, King, and Ski talk: :15: Twitch subs, bits for dabs, drugs on streams. 11:50: The 25th year anniversary of Lakers/Zers game 7, Haliburton's dagger to open the boring finals, the day after Da Bomb. 24:40: Oregon baseball and softball going out with a whimper, Lombardi's flash season, Canzano forcing OSU baseball down our throats. 46:37: A-Aron to the Steelers, Kansas stealing the Royals and Chiefs, peak baseball stadiums. 58:12: Top 3 after game snacks.
Recruiting is in full swing around college football as targets take official visits and Ohio State hosts its annual recruiting camps. Today is the first of five camps this month, providing a chance for a few targets and commits to work with their future coaches, while others try to make a name for themselves. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis break down the biggest storylines headed into camps and which players OSU fans should keep an eye on. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We discussed the improvements to the Horseshoe...the Knicks' firing Tom Thibodeau...former Buckeye Jim Marshall's death...and ESPN's early college football odds to win the championship. Also, Austin Ward joined us to talk OSU football
Principal Matters: The School Leader's Podcast with William D. Parker
A Quick Note to Listeners: Before this week's interview, Will Parker answers a question from a student in Jen Schwanke's graduate class at OSU. The question is: What practical strategies did you use to boost staff morale and prevent burnout, especially during times of high stress or change? (Question from Cameron Carter, first grade teacher […] The post PMP451: What is My Value Instructionally with Baruti Kafele appeared first on Principal Matters.
Happy Tuesday! CM & Timmy are sporting some new chains, OSU hoops get a player from Germany, James Laurinaitis could be headed to the HOF, Timmy's upset with the price of pancakes, we chat about some gross guys, snack wraps are back & we do Rapid Fire.
Ohio State men’s basketball beat reporter Adam Jardy talks about the latest roster updates on the newest episode of the BuckeyeXtra basketball podcast. During this edition, we discuss how freshman guard Dorian Jones will not play at Ohio State in the 2025-26 season and mention how the Buckeyes have landed commitments from Mathieu Grujicic and Myles Herro.
Sprague & Oram wonder if Buck Williams is truly a Hall of Famer...we answer the Male Sack...Joe Freeman hops on the Ticker previewing OSU vs. FSU super regional and we think Bill for joining us.
On this episode of Buckeye Talk, the hosts discuss Ohio State football records and potential records that could be broken in the 2025 season. OSU has already broken its fair share of both individual and team records since Ryan Day took over the program in 2019 and a few more may be on the table this season. After looking back at some of those records, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis look ahead to what could be the longest season in school history and predict a few that could potentially fall. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fresh off winning the 2025 NCAA National Championship, we welcome Alan Bratton, head coach of the OSU Cowboys, to the podcast. Coach Bratton and Coach McGraw discuss last week's championship at La Costa, and later share a trip down memory lane to the NCAA Championships they both competed and coached in, including the one they won together in 2006. Both coaches boast a championship laden pedigree, as two of the four head coaches to ever coach OSU men's golf. OSU men's golf is the only D1 program in the country to have had every head coach in their history coach the team to a National Championship. I hope after listening to the podcast, you can see why. Thank you for joining the podcast Alan! Subscribe to the podcast for future episodes. You can follow us on Instagram and Facebook —> @BetterThanIFoundItPodcastAssociated social media accounts:Coach McGraw - @BearCoachMcGrawBaylor Men's Golf - @BaylorMGolfProduced and Edited by Will GreeneMusic: DriftMaster by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com---Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/betterthanifoundit/message
Happy Monday Edition of the Program!! Scottie Scheffler becomes the 2nd ever to go back to back at The Memorial. The Memorial has inspired a lot of young golfers and family moments. Will anyone challenge Scottie moving forward....The NBA and Stanley Cup Finals are set. Inside the NBA says goodbye on TNT. Is Longevity is College Football something we will see anymore? OSU has announced their Open Practice schedule. The Athletic ranked the Top 25 Recruits on the 2000's. Austin Ward, Shelley Time with Jody Shelley, What's up, Thing or Not a Thing, Weekend Blitz and 3 Things
It's the debut episode of the Good in the Game podcast! 2022 College Football Hall of Famer LaVar Arrington hosts and is joined by the MAN at Ohio State still to this day, Archie Griffin. The guys dive into Archie career, who his influences were as a kid, fumbling on his first career carry at OSU, playing for Woody Hayes and what the game of football has meant to him on and off the field. The game of football teaches valuable life lessons. Getting knocked down and getting back up is crucial. Archie Griffin's journey was influenced by his family and mentors. Football provided a pathway to education for Griffin and his siblings. The importance of teamwork and appreciation for all positions. Griffin's freshman year was filled with challenges and learning opportunities. Winning the Heisman was a culmination of hard work and dedication. Griffin emphasizes the importance of community involvement post-career. The golden rule of treating others as you wish to be treated is vital. Desire, dedication, and determination are essential for success. #upongame #fsrweekends #2prosSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Happy Friday! It's Timmy & 10TVs Adam King & Nicole Shearin live from Muirfield, King had a coke incident, we chat about the CFP and what system we prefer, OSU hoops lose a commit, we give you our favorite weekend parlay, Trey Hendrickson is dug in, Timmy has a shoe problem & he sends some people to jail.
Happy Wednesday! It's Timmy & Dane Sanzenbacher, we chat about attending events without cell phones, attending concerts, chat about the Memorial Tournament, we say RIP to Rick Derringer, Terry Bradshaw goes off on Aaron Rodgers, we chat with 10TV's Nicole Shearin, we hear some of Dane's OSU highlights, we've had enough of Dusty May & we go Name Dropping with Jeff Rimer.
Happy Tuesday! It's Timmy & Dave Biddle today, Timmy says Biddle's looking like Clooney, it's Memorial Tournament week, Canes snap a losing streak, we chat about the best OSU hoops players in the pros, we're getting annoyed with Aaron Rodgers, we eat some steak sliders, we chat about what it costs to go to an amusement park & we do Rapid Fire.