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Epcot or Magic Kingdom? Dole Whip or Mickey pretzel? Castaway Cay or Lighthouse Point? This week Lisa puts Steve and Debbie in the hot seat for a rapid-fire (okay… not-so-rapid-fire) round of "This or That." Two options, gut-instinct answers, and a whole lot of friendly disagreement — with plenty of insider reasoning packed in along the way. Some are total no-brainers, a few get controversial, and Lisa tries (and mostly fails) to predict everyone's answers. It's a fun, easy listen packed with real opinions from travel agents who live and breathe Disney. Play along at home and see how many you match! In This Episode Intro — (0:00) A smaller crew this week — Caitlyn's on baby watch and Sharpie's out — so Lisa runs the game with Steve and Debbie. Parks & Planning — (1:05) Magic Kingdom or Epcot? • Rope drop or stay late? (plus everyone's favorite ride to look at lit up at night) • Lightning Lane vs. standby • Disney World or Disneyland? (and yes, Steve really does drive from Atlanta) • Table service or quick service? Rides & Coasters — (7:56) Space Mountain or Big Thunder? • Rise of the Resistance — Disneyland vs. Disney World • Slinky Dog Dash or Seven Dwarfs Mine Train? • Pirates of the Caribbean East or West? • Matterhorn or Expedition Everest? Cruise & Castaway — (8:30) Castaway Cay or a Caribbean port? • Castaway Cay or Lighthouse Point? • Cruise dinner or brunch? • Newest ship or the classics? • Concierge or excursions? • Alaska or Caribbean? • Poolside day or excursion day? Resorts, Snacks & Sweets — (11:54) On-property or offsite savings (Debbie would pick All-Star Sports over the Ritz!) • Dole Whip or Mickey pretzel? • Beignets at Port Orleans or churros on Main Street? More Park Favorites — (14:26) Park hopper or one park? • Fireworks or one more ride? • Animal Kingdom or Hollywood Studios? • Genie+ or the old free FastPass+ days? • Haunted Mansion — Florida or the Disneyland Nightmare Before Christmas overlay? • Disney Springs or Downtown Disney? • Villains or princesses? • Monorail or Skyliner? • Adults-only trip or bring the whole family? • Very Merry Christmas Party or Not-So-Scary Halloween? ⚡ Lightning Round — Both Answer at Once! — (27:30) Splash Mountain or Tiana's Bayou Adventure? • Wishes or Happily Ever After? • IllumiNations or Luminous? • The dearly missed Magical Express • Extra Magic Hours or today's early entry + evening hours? • The Great Movie Ride or Runaway Railway? • Maelstrom or Frozen Ever After? • Ellen's Energy Adventure or Guardians Cosmic Rewind? • Paper FastPass or booking in the app? • Soarin' Over California or Around the World? • MaxPass nostalgia • Tower of Terror or Guardians Mission Breakout? • Old or new Test Track? • Main Street Electrical Parade or Paint the Night? Wrap-up — (44:10) Thanks for playing along!

Dean's focus today is exterior paint, the last thing that you notice is the first thing that others notice. Discussed Rhino Shield exterior paint coating with its representative and discussed its durability and its cost as compared to other similar exterior paint solutions. Dean also took listener calls regarding, a stucco home experiencing several cracks, problems with bowing in a vinyl floor, a crack showing up in a little used bathroom shower and what could be causing it, how to fix a broken garbage disposal when you've exhausted all traditional options and whole house insulation, is TAP (Thermal, Acoustical, Pest Control) insulation worth the extra money?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dean's focus today is exterior paint, the last thing that you notice is the first thing that others notice. Discussed Rhino Shield exterior paint coating with its representative and discussed its durability and its cost as compared to other similar exterior paint solutions. Dean also took listener calls regarding, a stucco home experiencing several cracks, problems with bowing in a vinyl floor, a crack showing up in a little used bathroom shower and what could be causing it, how to fix a broken garbage disposal when you've exhausted all traditional options and whole house insulation, is TAP (Thermal, Acoustical, Pest Control) insulation worth the extra money?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dean's focus today is exterior paint, the last thing that you notice is the first thing that others notice. Discussed Rhino Shield exterior paint coating with its representative and discussed its durability and its cost as compared to other similar exterior paint solutions. Dean also took listener calls regarding, a stucco home experiencing several cracks, problems with bowing in a vinyl floor, a crack showing up in a little used bathroom shower and what could be causing it, how to fix a broken garbage disposal when you've exhausted all traditional options and whole house insulation, is TAP (Thermal, Acoustical, Pest Control) insulation worth the extra money?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Republican Sen. Rand Paul of Kentucky dropped some fascinating messages from Dr. Anthony Fauci and his very political approach to "the science" of Covid, not to mention the chummy collusion between Fauci and the press. After Paul's hearing, the networks and the News Apps painted Fauci as a victim of unhinged Republicans waging a war on science.

Can a mural on a brick wall or a piece of visual art actually make us care more about the planet? Spoiler alert: YES. When data, doom-scrolling, and headlines leave us numb, creative storytelling might just be the exact reset button we need.In this episode of RealiTEA Podcast, hosts Alya and Balqis sit down with independent visual artist Mr. Syul Hezri to unpack the powerful intersection of art, activism, and environmental awareness. We dive into how public art acts as a mirror to our ecological reality, how storytelling can rewire our emotional connection to nature, and why artivism is becoming one of Gen Z's favorite tools to spark real-world change.If you've ever felt that traditional environmental talks are a bit dry, hit play - this episode is a masterclass on how creativity can redefine the way we see, feel, and protect our environment.We're on socials!Twitter: @realiteapodcas1TikTok: @realiteaktok#RealiTEAPodcast #Artivism #EnvironmentalStorytelling #EcoArt #CreativeActivism #SyulHezri #GenZArt #EcoRealTalkHead Producer: Dr. A. Hamid Saifuddin

Read A Long: Spot the Paint Pony and FriendsBy Karen R Lacy and illustrated by Nayeli Cardona CarlinKarenRLacy.comKaren shares the blurb on the back of the book to give children extra time to find their book or Kindle version for a Read A Long with her.  She presents Spot, the paint pony as the main character, interacting with his pony friends. Comparisons began among them, causing jealousy issues. But a wise old mare, Daisy, came along to set them straight. They all have reason to be proud of their breed, all being paint ponies. But also, they each are unique and special in their own way. Children enjoy this beautifully illustrated and adventurous picture book, filled with adorable animal interactions while they gain an understanding of each person's uniqueness. They briefly learn about paint ponies. Reader age group recommended is six to nine years old.Also on YouTube @ KarenRLacy/6308#karenrlacy, #karenrlacychildrensbooks, #picturebooks, #animalstory, #amazonbooks, #animalinteraction, #adventurous, #uniquelyyou, #ponylovers, #paintpony 

Original Air Date: 8/1/2026 Episode Number: 470Episode SummaryThree topics this week. Dan opens with a paint science segment answering a listener question about urethane and enamel -- two words that appear constantly on paint labels and mean different things than most people assume. Then a full two-segment deep dive on moss and lichen: first, how to safely remove them from different types of siding, and then a step-by-step walkthrough of how Dan cleaned his own roof, what products he used, and what the warnings are. He closes with a quick listener question about painting over old glossy trim in a pre-1978 home.Timestamps[00:00] -- Show Intro and Promises[02:28] -- Paint Science: Urethane vs. Enamel[07:38] -- Choosing the Right Paint[09:56] -- Moss and Lichen Overview[10:35] -- Siding Segment Setup[11:06] -- What Moss and Lichen Are[12:43] -- Cleaning Brick and Masonry[15:09] -- Cleaning Wood Safely[16:56] -- Vinyl, Stucco, and Pressure Tips[18:27] -- Protecting Plants[19:22] -- Roof Segment Begins[20:02] -- Why Remove Roof Growth[20:14] -- Roof Damage Explained[21:52] -- Dan's Roof Wake-Up Call[23:48] -- Kill It, Don't Scrape It[24:12] -- Hire Out or DIY?[25:03] -- Best Cleaners Compared[29:20] -- Prep and Protect Plants[30:53] -- Rinse, Brush, and Apply[33:58] -- Results and Safety Warnings[36:41] -- Listener Q: Glossy Trim[37:57] -- Lead, Adhesion, and Primer[39:40] -- Wrap UpUrethane vs. Enamel: A Plain-English Explanation [02:28]A listener wrote in puzzled by the word urethane showing up everywhere -- waterborne urethanes, urethane-modified acrylics, polyurethanes -- and wanted to know whether it means something specific or just marketing. He also asked which is more durable, urethane or enamel, and which he should be reaching for.The short answer: urethane and enamel are not competing terms. They describe different things entirely.Paint basics. Every can contains pigment (color and hiding), liquid (what lets you apply it), and resin -- the binder. As paint dries and the liquid leaves, the resin and pigment form the paint film. The resin has enormous influence over how the finished coating behaves: hardness, flexibility, adhesion, resistance to moisture, cleaning, and abrasion.What urethane means. Urethane isn't an extra scoop of durability added to the can. It's a type of chemical connection that can be built into the resin structure itself. When a resin contains many of those connections, it's called a polyurethane. That chemistry is associated with toughness, abrasion resistance, and resistance to cleaners -- which is why you see the word on products for cabinets, doors, railings, and floors.What enamel means. Traditionally, enamel meant an oil-based product with a hard, smooth, glossy finish -- the go-to for doors, trim, and metal. Today it's used more broadly. You can buy acrylic enamels, waterborne enamels, and urethane enamels. An enamel can absolutely use urethane chemistry. They're not opposites.The analogy. Asking which is more durable, a urethane or an enamel, is like asking whether a pickup truck is better than a diesel engine. One describes the vehicle type. The other describes the technology inside. You can have a diesel pickup, just like you can have a urethane enamel.The practical takeaway. For an ordinary bedroom wall, don't hunt for urethane -- just get good washability and the right sheen. For cabinets, doors, or railings, an enamel built for those surfaces makes sense, and it may well use urethane chemistry. For a wood floor, get a polyurethane specifically designed for foot traffic. For exterior siding, hardness isn't even the main priority -- flexibility, adhesion, and weather resistance matter more. The product's intended use matters more than the words on the label. Stop into any RepcoLite, tell them what you're painting and what kind of abuse it'll take, and they'll sort it out.Moss vs. Lichen: What You're Actually Looking At [11:06]Before cleaning anything, it helps to know what you're dealing with, because moss and lichen behave differently from the algae and mildew covered last week -- and they have to be handled differently as a result.Moss is the green fuzzy stuff -- little soft pillows of growth, kinda charming, definitely not good for your house or roof. It grips whatever it's growing on and holds moisture against the surface.Lichen is stranger and tougher. It looks almost painted or glued on -- flat, crusty patches or small leafy, ruffled growths. It can be gray-green, orange, chalky white. Lichen is actually two organisms living together: a fungus that builds the structure and grips the surface, and an algae that makes the food. Together they can live almost anywhere and attach with a grip that's very hard to break. That's the core reason they need their own conversation -- algae and mildew are essentially films sitting on the surface. Moss and lichen are anchored into the surface, into the pores of brick, the grain of wood, down into mortar. Removing them incorrectly can cause more damage than leaving them.Cleaning Moss and Lichen Off Siding [12:43]Brick and masonry. Gently knock off the thickest mounded moss first -- but gently is the word. Plastic scraper, wooden edge, or a stiff-but-not-metal brush. No wire brushes on brick, especially older or softer brick. Nothing mounted on a power tool. Working through the harder outer face of the brick exposes the softer material underneath, which holds moisture longer and becomes even more vulnerable to freeze-thaw damage. You can create next year's problem while cleaning up this year's.After removing loose material, treat remaining moss and lichen with a cleaner labeled for both the growth type and the surface. Wet & Forget is a popular spray-and-leave option -- apply it, leave it alone, and rain carries away the dead material over weeks or months. Make sure whatever you use is designed to kill moss and lichen, not just clean the surface.Wood. Be careful with straight chlorine bleach on bare or weathered wood -- it breaks down lignin, the natural binder in the wood fibers, and can leave cedar blotchy and damaged in ways that don't reverse. Sodium percarbonate (oxygenated bleach -- essentially OxiClean) is gentler on wood and on nearby plants. Soft brush, go with the grain, low pressure, no wire brush.Vinyl and aluminum. More forgiving -- growth doesn't anchor as deep on non-porous surfaces. Soft nylon brush or cloth with a cleaner labeled for that siding type, let it sit, gentle scrub, rinse. Don't spray upward under the laps.Fiber cement. Check the manufacturer's guidance. Keep it gentle and low pressure.Stucco and EIFS. Porous and on the brittle side -- soft wash, right cleaner, low pressure. Older synthetic stucco (EIFS) is especially risky; aggressive washing can force water behind cracks and joints. If the surface is already cracked or failing, call a professional.Plants. Wet down all landscaping before starting. Cover sensitive plants with light plastic, but get it off quickly -- they'll cook under it. Rinse everything again when you're done.Why You Can't Leave Roof Moss and Lichen Alone [20:02]Moss growing thicker around the edges of shingles interferes with drainage and can cause shingles to lift or deteriorate -- creating openings for water to get in. That alone is a good enough reason to deal with it.Lichen is worse on a roof than on siding because it attaches directly to the protective granules on the shingles and can cause irreversible damage as it grips and eventually pulls them loose. There's also a curb appeal issue: moss and lichen-covered roofs read as neglected or failing, whether or not that's actually true.Dan put off dealing with his own roof growth for a couple of years, telling himself it wasn't a big deal. A roofer from Sheriff Goslin Roofing -- who came out to assess the roof's lifespan -- pointed out that the moss and lichen were actively taking years off the roof by pulling granules and giving moisture more places to work. That's what finally prompted action.Hire Out or DIY? [24:12]Before getting into the process, Dan makes the case for hiring it out -- because for a lot of people, that's the right answer. There are companies that specialize in roof and exterior cleaning. If the roof is steep, high, difficult to access, or if heights aren't your thing, hiring a professional is absolutely the right call. A fall is a lot worse than a moss problem.If you're still planning to do it yourself, read on.Cleaner Options for Moss and Lichen on Roofs [25:03]Wet & Forget. Apply per label directions and leave it. The treatment kills growth over time, and rain carries the dead material away over the following weeks and months. No rinsing, no aggressive follow-up. Depending on your roof pitch and setup, you may be able to apply most of it from a ladder or even the ground -- though you have to be very careful not to force water up under shingles at the wrong angle. Dan's roofer confirmed his customers have had good results with it.Oxygenated bleach / sodium percarbonate (essentially OxiClean). This is what Dan used. Mix approximately one pound of oxygenated bleach per two gallons of water. Apply with a pump-up garden sprayer. This is gentler on plants and on...

Katherine Woolley is about to start her senior year as an environmental education major at Western Colorado University. When Katherine arrived for her second round as a Summer Naturalist Intern at the Museum, she announced that she hit a certain age and suddenly became a birder! This week she shares a neat ornithological observation. "'Peep peep peep peeeep PEEP PEEEEEP peep peep' I rolled over in my bed and groaned. Spring had come early to Colorado's Gunnison Valley where I attend university. A flash of yellow on my window bird feeder caught my attention. There perched a male house finch sporting banana-colored belly feathers where the red normally is."

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1 Hour and 13 Minutes With David Nasternak and Alex Drain This Podcast Has a Sponsor: Michigan Law Grad Jonathan Paul is the guy with the C you want skating next to the ref and pleading your case. He's also a good guy to sit next to at the hockey games. Segment 1 The reason we did this podcast. A review of DuPont's playing style follows- good fit with Michigan's offensive system, will thrive with the creativity afforded to him. Some kinks to work out in his game but he should be great. After that, discussion of defense pairs, where DuPont fits, and whether this makes Michigan the odds-on favorite to win the national title.   Segment 2 Much talk of many NHL trades and trade requests… yet did the balance of power shift in the league? Skip forward for some Yzerman firing talk and where the Red Wings go from here. Does this move even matter? Podcast concludes with a couple brief Michigan Hockey notes on the non-conference schedule and the loss of Rob Rassey. MUSIC NHL on ESPN Theme "In the Summertime" -- Mungo Jerry Ice Hockey (NES) theme

Most people try to persuade with facts, features, and logic. That's why their message gets ignored. The top influencers use a different tool that slips past resistance and creates instant understanding. When you master metaphors and similes, you stop sounding like every other persuader and start sounding like the person people actually want to buy from. A metaphor is a direct comparison that says one thing is another ("This AI agent is your personal assistant that never sleeps"). A simile uses "like" or "as" to make the comparison ("This system works like a GPS for your business"). Both create vivid mental pictures (kind of mini story) that help your prospect feel the benefit instead of just hearing about it. Research backs this up. A study in the Journal of Advertising found that metaphorical ads produced stronger long-term memory and "stickier" brand impressions than traditional ads. The best persuaders and top sales professionals don't just inform - they make people see and feel the outcome. Metaphors and similes do exactly that. They bypass skepticism, create emotional buy-in, and turn abstract benefits into concrete desires. Master this technique on the newest episode of Maximize Your Influence on Paint the Picture, Close the Deal – How Metaphors And Similes Influence. Persuade With Power Kurt Mortensen 111 Sales Hacks Special Advanced Influence  

Wilmington muralist Alexia Campbell painted nearly 40 murals in about three years—and she scales her designs onto massive walls without using a projector. In this episode, Alexia reveals the freehand process behind her murals, the Instagram momentum that helped turn art into a business, and how she balances large commercial projects, architectural drafting, motherhood, surfing, and faith.Tyler Yaw and Chris Kellum sit down with Alexia Campbell of Board Meeting to trace the journey from her first mural at Fu's barber shop to major Wilmington-area projects at Lakeside Fitness, Hidden Grounds, and beyond. Alexia explains how she moves a design from her iPad to a wall, what she learned from painting brick and floors, which projects challenged her most, and why success means more than getting bigger jobs.If you have seen one of Alexia's murals around Wilmington, tell us which one is your favorite in the comments.Subscribe for more honest conversations with the people building, creating, and making an impact across Wilmington and coastal North Carolina.CONNECT WITH ALEXIAInstagram: @_board.mtg_FOLLOW WHISKEY & WISDOMYouTube: @whiskey.wisdomInstagram: @whiskey.and.wisdomCHAPTERS00:00 Meet Wilmington Muralist Alexia Campbell 01:36 From Architecture to Art 02:30 Her First Mural and Early Breaks 03:35 Turning Instagram Into a Mural Business 04:41 How She Paints Massive Murals Freehand 06:45 Her Biggest Walls at Lakeside Fitness 09:16 Developing a Signature Style 10:21 Coffee Shops and Recognizable Wilmington Walls 12:04 Favorite Murals and Hard-Won Paint Lessons 16:24 Balancing Motherhood, Art, and Surfing 18:09 Coffee Favorites and Food Talk 19:46 Architectural Drafting and Mural Work 21:40 Recent Projects 22:14 What to Know Before Painting Floors 22:55 The Kids Crash Story 24:09 Her Roots and Move South 25:19 Jewelry and Work Gear 26:35 Gloves, Paint, and Cleanup 27:52 How Faith Influences Her Art 29:50 Alexia's Definition of Success 30:45 Her Daughter's Mini Business 31:46 What She Listens to While Painting 36:15 Advice to Her Younger Self 37:20 The Hidden Grounds Murals 40:04 Where to Find Alexia 40:56 Final Thoughts#WilmingtonNC #MuralArtist #WilmingtonArt

Abby Morris is MSSU's director of marketing. She joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the new Roy Blunt Health Science Innovation Center, their Paint the Town Green and Gold initiative, and their engagement hub. Join Ted and Steve for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Watercolorist Steve Griggs is back on the show to talk about painting large. But not just large, super super large in what he calls grand. In the conversation you'll learn how you might need to adjust your materials, how you'll want to rethink your space, and how to work yourself up to paint large or grand.Past Episodes with Steve Griggs:The Artistic Power of Sketchbooks with Steve Griggs (Ep.113, Mini)Episode 59: Feature Learn more about Steve Griggs here:WEBSITE / WORKSHOPS / YOUTUBE / INSTAGRAM / FACEBOOKJoin the Membership that helps self-taught artists learn how to show up, build consistent skills, and confidently create work without always having to rely on tutorials. Join the Art Habit Membership today.Support the show

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On the phone-in: Paint & stain expert, Jim White, shares his decades of experience with listeners. And off the top of the show, we speak with Dr. Trevor Jain who's an emergency room physician on PEI. He discusses a new survey of ER docs about doctor burnout.

On this edition of The Best of The Week of Stugotz and Company LIVE!: Stu and the guys give their reactions to Lebron James choosing the 76ers to play with next. Stu and the guys play a game of "Pitch or Paint?". Will Ferrell movies are the subject of this week's installment of "Mount Rushmore Monday". Stu and the fellas partake in a round of "Do Me A Favor". #Stugotz #FSRSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this edition of The Best of The Week of Stugotz and Company LIVE!: Stu and the guys give their reactions to Lebron James choosing the 76ers to play with next. Stu and the guys play a game of "Pitch or Paint?". Will Ferrell movies are the subject of this week's installment of "Mount Rushmore Monday". Stu and the fellas partake in a round of "Do Me A Favor". #Stugotz #FSRSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Quinn Nelson returns to the show to discuss OpenAI's ChatGPT/Codex “native” app migration fiasco, Siri AI in Apple's OS 27 betas, MacOS 27 Golden Gate, and the hottest new cell phone of the year, the Trump T1.

Stop Selling Features: Start Selling the Problem The Five-Step Storytelling Framework for B2B Sales Success Episode 314 (Bruce is based in near Seattle) (repeat of #171) In this episode we explore: why inconsistent messaging hurts sales identifying the right buyer before crafting the story the difference between users and decision makers naming problems in memorable language helping buyers recognize hidden problems quantifying the cost of doing nothing creating a compelling desired outcome introducing solutions at the right time guiding buyers toward clear next steps common storytelling mistakes business leaders make ----- About our guest, Bruce Scheer: His company has been on Delloite's fastest growing private companies 3 years in a row. He has won multiple b2b campaign of the year awards. His book achieved Amazon #1 Best Sell status across 5 categories. Get your copy of his books here  https://inspireyourbuyers.com/books/ ----- Key learning points from this conversation with Bruce Scheer: Random sales conversations create random business results. Every organization needs a consistent customer narrative. Begin by identifying the right target organization and decision maker. Solve the buyer's problem—not the user's problem. Name the problem in simple, memorable language. Help buyers see the cost of leaving the problem unsolved. Paint a vivid picture of the desired outcome before discussing your solution. Sell the concept before selling the product. Focus on the buyer journey instead of product features. Avoid common storytelling traps that prevent sales teams from aligning. ----- ----more---- Your Intended Message is the podcast about how you can boost your career and business success by honing your communication skills. We'll examine the aspects of how we communicate one-to-one, one to few and one to many – plus that important conversation, one to self. In these interviews we will explore presentation skills, public speaking, conversation, persuasion, negotiation, sales conversations, marketing, team meetings, social media, branding, self talk and more.   Your host is George Torok George is a specialist in communication skills. Especially presentation. He's fascinated by the links between communication and influencing behaviors. He delivers training and coaching programs to help leaders and promising professionals deliver the intended message for greater success.   Connect with George www.SpeechCoachforExecutives.com https://superiorpresentations.net/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgetorokpresentations/ https://www.youtube.com/user/presentationskill  

This week Carole heads to the Chelsea showroom of Farrow & Ball paint to chat to Joa Studholme – the genius behind paint colours such as Elephant's Breath and Skimming Stone. She joined Farrow & Ball more than 30 years ago, and as well as developing new colours, she consults on design projects all over the world. Joa shares her wealth of knowledge on choosing paint and hints at the colour trends ahead. She also admits how many times she repaints her own home every year. Tune in for more. House Guest now takes a short summer break. Thanks for listening and please join us again in September.

Another day, another crisis at the Tigers. Although Adam Doueihi should never have walked out, his emotional response is understandable. The Australian's Andrew Webster joins Adam Hawse to discuss the travails at Tiger Town. Would Cameron Munster really be a good fit for PNG? The fact the Storm are letting him talk to the 19th franchise suggests they see him as runner on older legs. Plus, Webby has a lukewarm response to Ashely Klein become the most capped referee in NRL history. For all your NRL news, follow the Continuous Call Team wherever you watch or listen to your podcasts. It’s your one stop shop for the latest in rugby league. You can find us on YouTube and on Instagram - just search ‘Continuous Call Team’.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Original Air Date: 07/25/26 Episode Number: 469Episode SummaryA listener question about painting aluminum siding kicks off the show, and Dan splits the answer across two segments with a detour in the middle: a full conversation on how to identify and safely clean biological growth off the exterior of your home -- algae, mold, mildew, moss, and lichen. The aluminum siding answer wraps up at the end with product recommendations and a strong case for always doing two coats. Moss and lichen get their own episode next week.Timestamps[00:00] -- Show Kickoff[00:30] -- Listener Question: Aluminum Siding[01:44] -- Oxidation and Prep Basics[03:58] -- Wash, Scrub, Rinse[05:42] -- Hand Test and Inspection[07:21] -- Primer or Not[08:11] -- Switch to Algae Topic[08:53] -- Brick Recap and What Triggered This[12:20] -- What Growth Is It?[13:32] -- Algae, Moss, Lichen, Mold[16:16] -- Efflorescence Sidebar[17:29] -- Moisture Causes First[19:01] -- Cleaning Safely Tease[20:01] -- Moss vs. Mold Distinction[21:00] -- Golden Rule: Gentle Cleaning[22:47] -- Pick the Right Cleaner[25:50] -- Prep Before Repainting[27:09] -- Hose, Not Pressure Washer[29:53] -- Why Not Straight Bleach[31:22] -- Protect Plants from Runoff[32:41] -- Fix the Moisture Root Cause[33:56] -- Aluminum Siding Paint Picks[34:45] -- Two Coats Really Matters[36:33] -- Best Benjamin Moore Options[38:54] -- Temperature and Wrap UpListener Question: Aluminum Siding [00:30]A listener wrote in asking about painting their tan aluminum-sided house a darker blue. They wanted to know what prep was involved, whether one-coat coverage was possible, and what products to use.Dan splits the answer into two segments. The short version on the one-coat question: two coats, always. The longer version on everything else follows below.Oxidation and Prep Basics [01:44]The single most important thing to understand about painting aluminum siding is oxidation. If you've ever rubbed your hand across older aluminum and ended up with white chalky powder on your palm, that's the original factory finish breaking down from years of sun, rain, and weather. That chalk has to come off before any paint goes on.Paint bonds to a surface. If that surface is a loose layer of chalk sitting on top of old factory finish, the paint is bonding to the chalk -- not to the siding. When the chalk lets go, the new paint goes with it. This is the most common reason aluminum siding paint jobs fail, and it's entirely avoidable.A pressure washer alone won't get you there. It'll knock off dirt and cobwebs, but it doesn't automatically remove oxidation. Dan compares it to washing your car with only a pressure washer after an entire Michigan summer of construction zones and dirt roads -- you'll get some of it, but you won't get all of it.Wash, Scrub, Rinse [03:58]Start with a good exterior house cleaner that's built to break down dirt, grime, mildew, and oxidized residue. Apply it, and then physically scrub the surface -- a soft-bristle siding brush on an extension pole makes this manageable. Work in sections so you can scrub and rinse before the cleaner dries on the siding.You can use a pressure washer for rinsing, but keep the pressure reasonable and always direct the spray downward the way rain would naturally hit the siding. Shooting water upward beneath the panel laps can drive moisture into the wall. The pressure washer is a rinsing and help-with-cleaning tool. The scrubbing still has to happen.Hand Test and Inspection [05:42]Once the siding is dry, perform the hand test: rub your palm firmly across the surface. If it comes away clean, you're good to move on. If there's still a chalky residue on your hand, keep cleaning. The surface doesn't need to be microscopically perfect, but you should not be able to casually wipe your hand across it and look like you've been handling powdered sugar.While you're working your way around the house, inspect as you go. Look for peeling paint, corrosion, bare aluminum, dents, damaged panels, and failed caulk around windows, doors, and penetrations. Bare or corroded areas may need spot priming before finish paint -- bring photos into RepcoLite and they'll point you toward the right primer. Loose paint should be scraped away and edges feather-sanded so they don't telegraph through the new finish.Primer or Not [07:21]If the original factory finish is clean, intact, and firmly bonded, you do not need to prime the whole house. No matter what you read online. A high-quality exterior acrylic straight over a clean, sound factory finish is the right call. Primer is for bare spots and problem areas only.Biological Growth: What Are You Actually Looking At? [12:20]Dan took a walk around his own house after mentioning offhand on last week's show that brick doesn't need much maintenance -- "every now and then you clean the algae off." That comment nagged at him all week until he went and looked. His back wall, under two old maple trees, was covered in green growth on both the brick and the vinyl siding on the addition. This week's middle segment covers what to do about it.Before you clean anything, figure out what you're actually dealing with. The growth type matters, and the surface it's on matters just as much.Algae is the most common. Thin, flat, greenish film, usually on shaded or damp areas. Feels slick when wet. Spreads across the surface rather than growing in clumps.Moss is thicker and softer -- you know what it looks like. It holds moisture against the wall, which creates problems depending on what the wall is made of. On vinyl it's mainly a staining and maintenance issue since vinyl doesn't rot, but on wood siding or shingles it can contribute to paint peeling, decay, and eventually rot. On brick, stucco, or stone it keeps mortar joints and damaged areas wetter longer than they should be.Lichen is crusty and firmly attached -- it can be gray, yellow, pale green, orange, or black. It's the toughest of the group to remove because it grips the surface aggressively. On soft brick or old mortar, scraping it off can pull part of the surface along with it. Lichen on roofs gets its own conversation next week.Mold and mildew tend to appear darker, blotchy, fuzzy, or powdery.Efflorescence -- the white, fuzzy stuff sometimes seen on brick or concrete -- looks biological but isn't. It's salt deposits left behind by moisture moving through the masonry. Address the moisture source; don't just clean it off and move on.Dan is covering algae, mold, and mildew this week. Moss and lichen get their own episode next week, including how to deal with them on the roof.Fix the Moisture Problem First [17:29]Cleaning is not a permanent fix if you don't address why the growth is there. Moisture is the cause of all of it.Before mixing any cleaner, look at what's creating the damp conditions: overflowing gutters, a downspout dumping water next to the wall, a sprinkler hitting the siding, shrubs growing too tight against the house and blocking airflow, mulch or soil piled high against the brick, or heavy shade from tree canopy keeping the wall from drying out. If you clean the wall and leave the moisture problem in place, the growth is going to come back -- sometimes pretty quickly.Cleaning Safely: JoeMax [22:47]Start with the gentlest method that will get the job done. Don't reach for the strongest chemical available or fire up the pressure washer first.Inspect the surface before you do anything. On brick, check the mortar joints -- is it solid or loose and powdery? On siding, look for loose panels, open caulk joints, peeling paint, or damaged edges. The condition of the surface determines how carefully you have to work.Also confirm you're actually dealing with biological growth and not just dirt or pollen. If it's just a surface film of grime, mild dish soap, a scrub brush, and a hose will probably handle it without any specialty product.If it's actual biological growth, the product Dan recommends is JoeMax House Cleaner and Mildew Killer. It's a concentrate that combines a mildewcide, bleach activator, and detergents. You mix it with household bleach and water. It kills mold and mildew and lifts dirt and staining at the same time, and it's rated for virtually every surface on the outside of a house -- vinyl, aluminum, painted or stained wood, trim, fences, stucco, concrete, and brick. One product covers everything. For Dan's situation with both brick and vinyl on the same house, that matters.Using it is straightforward: mix per the label, spray on, give it about five minutes to work, and rinse off. Most smooth surfaces won't need scrubbing. Textured surfaces like brick may need a light scrub. Mix only what you'll use in the next few hours -- once bleach is added, it's only good for a short time and can't be saved.Why Not Just Use Straight Bleach? [29:53]Bleach is not a great cleaner on its own. It beads up and runs off rather than wetting the surface and lifting residue. It also flashes off quickly -- it can lighten a mildew stain and evaporate before it actually kills the growth, so the problem comes right back. JoeMax has detergents that let it wet the surface, carry the contamination away, and stay active long enough to do the job properly.Hose, Not Pressure Washer [27:09]For the actual cleaning, a garden hose with a...

On this edition of The Best of Stugotz and Company LIVE!: Stugotz and Company discuss the story involving the Miami Heat and their YouTube page operator in the wake of a mistake made about Lebron James. Izzy gives his latest thoughts on the decision Lebron is about to make. Stu and the guys play a round of "Is it just me or...?". Stugotz and Company play a game of "Pitch or Paint?". Plus, Stu and the fellas discuss Tony Gwynn's legacy. #Stugotz #FSRSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this edition of The Best of Stugotz and Company LIVE!: Stugotz and Company discuss the story involving the Miami Heat and their YouTube page operator in the wake of a mistake made about Lebron James. Izzy gives his latest thoughts on the decision Lebron is about to make. Stu and the guys play a round of "Is it just me or...?". Stugotz and Company play a game of "Pitch or Paint?". Plus, Stu and the fellas discuss Tony Gwynn's legacy. #Stugotz #FSRSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brandon Sheppard keeps stacking wins as the Prairie Dirt Classic looms, and a controversial slider at Cochran had an entire crowd booing the winner. Plus, Ryan Newman is about to make his World of Outlaws debut, Carson Macedo made a telling decision with the Ford engine, and a longtime engine builder may be shutting its doors.

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(00:00-23:19) Looking ahead to where Lebron is going to land. Riley O'Brien falling apart but hey, we're still in the wild card race. A big "Martin not blaming anyone" day. Sonny Gray and Wilson Contreras shining for the Red Sox. Assets have a declining value since the All-Star break. Is Herrera a trade piece? No post game audio available.(23:27-41:43) Is the North End Zone compete at Faurot. Doug's a big stadium guy. This is Tim and Martin's 'Medellin.' Iggy always has a solution. Jackson says his haircut is too short on top. He needs 10 days. Is this the July goodbye? Paint them nails boy.(41:53-1:11:13) Happy birthday, Don Knotts. Swingers are welcome here. Let's lift our spirits with some Drink at SEC Media Days. Audio of Drink giving an Ahmad Hardy update. Drink talking about the importance of the Border War against Kansas. Drink's comments about the Big10's noncon schedule. Indiana's remarkable run last year. Blood donor games. Is Austin Simmons a specimen? Audio of Drink talking expanded playoffs.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Looking ahead to where Lebron is going to land. Riley O'Brien falling apart but hey, we're still in the wild card race. A big "Martin not blaming anyone" day. Sonny Gray and Wilson Contreras shining for the Red Sox. Assets have a declining value since the All-Star break. Is Herrera a trade piece? No post game audio available.Is the North End Zone compete at Faurot. Doug's a big stadium guy. This is Tim and Martin's 'Medellin.' Iggy always has a solution. Jackson says his haircut is too short on top. He needs 10 days. Is this the July goodbye? Paint them nails boy.Happy birthday, Don Knotts. Swingers are welcome here. Let's lift our spirits with some Drink at SEC Media Days. Audio of Drink giving an Ahmad Hardy update. Drink talking about the importance of the Border War against Kansas. Drink's comments about the Big10's noncon schedule. Indiana's remarkable run last year. Blood donor games. Is Austin Simmons a specimen? Audio of Drink talking expanded playoffs.Ella Reese makes art but not for our medium. Ladies go to the YouTube for the eye candy. Lot L is the Huntleigh of parking lots for Mizzou games. Is there an age where you're automatically a creep? Martin's a little off today. Sleep paralysis.Jackson is an Ella Fella. The human body is remarkable. Interning for Uncle Rich. Win total for the Cardinals down to 80.5. Jeff Passan's 100 trade candidates on ESPN. Cardinals have 4 guys in the Top 100. Dustin May's regression. Super Chats. Papers doesn't like Shane Beamer and he doesn't like Tennessee. Audio of Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel talking about the Lane Train coming to town this season.It's the Ella hour. The days of Fox Sports Midwest are in the rearview mirror. ESPN making cuts. Ryan Clark let go. Is Karl Ravech next? Clark got released mid-show. John Rice has thoughts and he's on the phone lines. Turkey burgers. A soft, doughy center. You're cool, Jack.Tony Bennett would have turned 100 this year. Just need a chip and a chair. Brewers sporting the best record in baseball. Quinn Mathews SZN. Call in 6-1-Hate. Doug just doesn't get it. Don't you dare touch Jackson's catchers. Charlie Marlow knocking out lifts while covering high school sports.Brody Herman in-studio. Raffling off Savannah Bananas tickets. Eat the box food drive. Cardinal takes. Brody eats pancakes and waffles with his hands like a burger. No syrup. Go have a snowcone, it's summer. Why is it called Tiger's Blood? Bob Moose.Audio of new Kentucky coach Will Stein talking about the Wildcats changing perception and moving forward.EMOTDMore Kate Bush for your ear holes. Is that Peter Gabriel? The Bone Collector. The Athletic has announced whether your school is a football or basketball school. Dennis Gates singing 'Take Me Out To The Ballgame' at Wrigley last night. Doug still doesn't get it. Taylor Momsen. People get banty during the 10:00 hour. Thunderlips. It's all fake, meatball.And the winner of the EMOTD is...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Can Chemical Guys V36 match 3M Perfect-It's legendary cutting power? We compare ease of use, finish quality, and real-world performance to help you choose the right compound for your paint correction workflow. IPS Paint City: Swansea Address: Unit 2, St John's Court Website: https://www.ipspaint.co.uk

What's the real difference between 3M Perfect-It and Mothers CMX for paint restoration? We break down why one is a multi-stage correction powerhouse and the other is built for protection, plus how to choose the right system for your shop. IPS Paint City: Swansea Address: Unit 2, St John's Court Website: https://www.ipspaint.co.uk

Can one polishing compound really outperform another? We compare 3M Perfect-It and Meguiar's Ultimate Compound to see which delivers superior results for professional paint correction, and why technique matters just as much as the product you choose. IPS Paint City: Swansea Address: Unit 2, St John's Court Website: https://www.ipspaint.co.uk

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Road Atlanta is a famous roadracing track 800 miles from Tulsa, Oklahoma, a grueling trip to make in the back seat of a 1972 BMW 2002.Tony and Indy ride in the front seats. Pennie and I ride in the back.We stop only for gas.Arriving in pre-dawn Atlanta, we get a few hours sleep, then go down to the track where 67 racecars are parked in the dim sunlight of a misty morning.We are invited to examine all 67 of the racecars. At the end of 40 minutes, Tony points to car number 52, a 1978 Buick Skyhawk. He says,“Unless the driver sticks it into the wall or the engine explodes, that's the car that will win.”I looked at number 52, then glanced around at all the other cars and said, “Why?”Tony said,“That's a ten-thousand-dollar paint job, and paint jobs don't win races.”“You're telling me that the owner is an idiot. So why do you think his car will win?”Tony slowly shook his head, then said,“The fact that he spent $10,000 on a paint job lets me know that he spared no expense doing everything that matters. This guy did hundreds of important things to this car before he gave a single thought to the paint job. This paint job was the very last thing he did.”When I understood what Tony was saying, I repeated it back to him. “The fact that he has spent a ton of money to repaint a brand-new car that was already beautiful means that he has already done everything else that could help him win this race.”Tony said,“Ten-thousand-dollar paint jobs don't win races.”I nodded my head, then we silently climbed the hill where we would sit to watch the race.The track at Road Atlanta is two-and-a-half miles of hills, valleys, winding curves, and long straightaways that eat most of the cars and drivers who dare to place tires on its asphalt.A grass-and-tree-covered park sits in the center of that fierce track like a glittering jewel. This is where we will sit on blankets and watch cars fly past at startling speeds as 67 drivers try to outdistance each other for 6 screaming hours.At the end of the appointed time, only 24 cars remained on the track.Number 52 won by an impressive margin.A client said something to me three weeks ago that triggered my memory of standing on that racetrack with Tony 48 years ago.When a young client said that he was thinking about spending a huge amount of money for new truck wraps, I was instantly transported back to that track, listening to Tony explain why the car with the $10,000 paint job would win the race.My client owns a fast-growing home services company that sends technicians to houses to fix things that are broken. He has only been in business a few years.I accepted him as a client because I saw that he had already begun doing the things that will take his company higher than the tops of the mountains that surround him.When he told me that he was thinking of investing a shocking amount of money to have his service trucks re-wrapped, I asked, “Why?”He said he had read a list of extremely successful companies who had all used the same graphics house to design their new truck wraps.I asked,“Was it the owner of the graphics house that compiled and published the list?”My client said “Yes.”I said, “I once went to an Italian Restaurant in Weehawken, New Jersey that had a prominent sign in the foyer that said, “This Dining Establishment is Highly Recommended by its Owner.”We both laughed. Then I said to my client,“Paint jobs don't win races and truck wraps don't grow companies. The owners of every company on that list had already done everything they could do that would make a difference. When they had run out of ways to spend money on things that actually matter, they decided to get an expensive paint job.”Then I concluded my counsel by saying,“You own this company. I do not. My job is to help you do whatever you choose to do. If you feel like you have already done everything that you know for sure will make a difference, then spend the money for the truck wraps. But don't think that those companies became successful because of their truck wraps. Those companies became successful because they had already done everything else that matters.”I do not yet know what my young client will choose to do.But I do know two things:He is smart, hard working, and is outdistancing all of his competitors.Paint jobs don't win races.Roy H. WilliamsRon Robinson says that successful organizations continuously evaluate their vulnerabilities, engage employees in solving problems, and remain flexible as conditions change.Listen as Ron describes to roving reporter Rotbart his four-step framework for anticipating disruption and responding before challenges become existential threats.Ron's goal is straightforward: Help leaders weather the storms of uncertainty and emerge stronger in their aftermath. A storm is definitely coming. Escape that storm and emerge stronger at MondayMorningRadio dot com

What separates successful detailing businesses from everyone else? It's not just skill—it's your brand.In this episode of the RoadFS Detail Bookie Podcast, we sit down with Tony Kiger, owner of Finer Details and Director of Training for Autobahn, Huper Optik, and Edge, to discuss what it really takes to build a memorable detailing business.Tony shares over 20 years of experience working on everything from daily drivers to exotic supercars, including Porsche, Cadillac, and collector vehicles. We dive into:✅ Building a brand customers never forget✅ Why training matters more than buying expensive tools✅ Paint correction mistakes detailers make every day✅ PPF vs. Ceramic Coatings—when to recommend each✅ Professionalism that attracts premium customers✅ Why every detailing business needs a CRM✅ Knowing your numbers and pricing with confidence✅ Marketing strategies that bring better clients—not just more clientsWhether you're just starting your detailing business or looking to attract higher-paying customers, this episode is packed with practical advice you can implement immediately.

The non-profit Downtown Driggs Association presents its 15th Annual Plein Air Festival. Nationally acclaimed artists will paint the Teton Valley in the great outdoors. The public is invited to watch the artists in action, listen to music, eat some food and collect some original pieces. The festival is from July 22 to Aug. 1.

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FREE ILLUMINATION WORKSHOP Royal Letters: How to Paint a Tudor Rose Initial, with illuminator Julia Bangert. Tuesday. Free, total beginners genuinely welcome, and if you can't make it live, register anyway and we'll send you the recording. https://page.co/kxj56n Somebody is knocking on your door. You know who it is. And upstairs, folded into a hole in the wall behind your fireplace, is a man whose presence in your house can get you killed.Last time I told you about John Gerard, the Jesuit who escaped the Tower of London on a rope. But Gerard had to sleep somewhere. He had to say Mass somewhere. He had to hide somewhere. And house after house after house, the person answering the door was a woman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us Fan MailThe Truth About Pool Coatings, Surface Preparation, and Why Failures Really HappenEveryone wants to know which pool paint is the best.Wrong question.In this episode of Talking Pools, Rudy Stankowitz takes listeners far beyond the paint can and into the science of coating failures, adhesion, compatibility, moisture, and surface preparation. Using the recent attention surrounding the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool as a jumping-off point, Rudy explains why nearly every coating failure investigation asks the same question:What happened before the paint ever touched the surface?From chlorinated rubber and acrylics to epoxy and high-build epoxy systems, this episode explores the strengths, weaknesses, and proper applications of today's most common swimming pool coating systems. More importantly, it explains why even the most expensive coating in the world can't overcome poor preparation.If you've ever wondered why one painted pool lasts fifteen years while another begins peeling after a single season, this episode connects the dots between chemistry, application, environmental conditions, and good old-fashioned craftsmanship. Along the way, Rudy shares real-world stories, practical advice, and plenty of his signature Gen X humor.Whether you're a pool service professional, contractor, facility manager, or simply fascinated by how coatings succeed—or fail—this is one of the most comprehensive discussions on swimming pool coatings ever presented on the Talking Pools Podcast. In This Episode Why asking "What's the best pool paint?" is the wrong question  The lessons every pool professional can learn from the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool  Why compatibility between coating systems matters  Understanding chlorinated rubber, synthetic rubber, acrylic, epoxy, and high-build epoxy coatings  Why surface preparation determines the success or failure of almost every coating system  How to properly inspect an existing painted pool before recoating  The importance of documenting coating failures before disturbing the evidence  Mechanical adhesion vs. chemical adhesion explained in plain English  Why moisture remains one of the biggest enemies of successful coating applications  Proper cleaning, sanding, acid washing, and contamination removal  How silicone contamination, chalking, oils, and residue interfere with adhesion  Why weather, humidity, dew point, and curing conditions matter  Understanding recoat windows and why missing them creates problems  Common causes of blistering, peeling, and coating delamination  Adhesive failure vs. cohesive failure vs. substrate failure  ASTM testing methods used during professional coating failure investigations  Why coating failures should be investigated—not guessed Key Takeaways✔ The most expensive coating cannot overcome poor surface preparation.✔ Compatibility between existing and new coating systems is critical.✔ Surface contamination is often invisible but can completely prevent proper adhesion.✔ Moisture inside concrete can remain long after the surface appears dry.✔ Proper environmental conditions are just as important as choosing the right coating.✔ Good investigators document the failure before removing any evidence.✔ Most coating failures begin long before the pool is filled with water.✔ Successful coating jobs are built on preparation—not luck.Memorable Quotes"Surface preparation isn't part of the job. Surface preparation is the job.""Compatibility matters. Chemistry matters. Guessing doesn't.""Painting a pool isn't hard. Knowing when not to paint—that's what separates a guy with a roller from a pool professional."Featured SponsorsBlu-Ray XLReduce chemical usage, lower labor costs, and improve profitability with Blu-Ray XL's mineral purification technology for pool professionals. Jacks MagicProfessional stain identification, removal, and prevention products trusted throughout the pool industry. AquaStar Pool ProductsLearn about AquaStar's innovative Pipeline cartridge filters featuring NSF-tested performance and simplified maintenance. Service Industry NewsStay informed with nationwide pool and spa industry news, technical articles, and the famous Horror File. Subscribe free at Service Industry News. Listen If You... Paint or recoat swimming pools  Service painted pools  Investigate coating failures  Work with commercial aquatic facilities  Want to better understand adhesion and coating science  Enjoy deep technical discussions presented in plain English  Like your pool education served with a healthy dose of Gen X sarcasm Connect With Talking PoolsQuestions about coatings, chemistry, troubleshooting, or a future podcast topic?

Knowing is half the battle and fun is the other half! We're recruiting you to listen to this weekly podcast hosted by three lifelong Joe fans.Our mission is to look at every era of GI Joe; from the classic 12” Joes to today's modern Classified Series. From toys to comics to cartoons, the AI Pod is there! Yo Joe!2.28INTRO ScheduleRise of Nexus interviewGI Joe #24 review this WednesdayNeedless Things SDCC livestream 7/26Next livestream 7/27FOLLOW UPScott found TF Wild BillNinja Force ReAction+ are Target exclusiveScarlett & T'Jbang in stores, but street datedNEWSBBTS Terms & Conditions UpdateARAH #330/Tomb RaiderThen, in October, Lara Croft's search for the Arbco Star goes to the next level with G.I. JOE: A Real American Hero/Tomb Raider #1, a 5-issue limited series from the best-selling creative team of writer Kyle Higgins (Immortal Legend Batman, Radiant Black), artist Elena Casagrande (Black Widow), colorist Alex Guimarães (Invaders), and letterer Pat Brosseau (G.I Joe: A Real American Hero), available in comic shops on October 7, 2026.Writer Kyle HigginsArtist Elena CasagrandeColorist Alex GuimarãesLetterer Pat BrosseauKWK Toys O-Ring HeroesBad News BrownJakeEarl HebnerBruiser Brody & Berzerker later this yearExisting IPs will cover next year's lineupPWT Wrestling Heroes videoCallsign: Longbow updateTalked to Troy at JoeFest about paint process, he'll be on Needless Things in the FallProduction UpdateAs we mentioned in last month's update, these figures are currently with the pain department. Mid-month, our project manager (Dave Proctor) at the factory shared these images with us of the figures making their way through the paint process. Please note that these parts have some paint applications, but not all of their paint, and will have additional detail upon completion. These are in-progress shots.Paint work continues on Krasny-Ninja as well.SDCC TMNT X GI JOE Leo & TimberSDCC Super 7 Trouble Bubbles - BBTS in hashtagOther newsSOUND OFF!Ed - next week!Scale - the ends do not justify the means. “This corrupt, evil thing can produce results you may like” is not a convincing argument for me.Silent - Dial-ToneSneezy - Rock N Roll dying, it was greatJOE & TELLShadowtrak SHOW CLOSEMusic by Chris Lodge of Neon WarlordsFollow us on IG at audibleinterludepodcast

Stepping out into the garden with a sketchbook in hand is a novel, powerful practice which, given time, can transform the way we look at plants we think that we know like the back of our hand.In this week's podcast episode, Sarah is joined by artist and gardener Matthew Rice to explore how drawing becomes a kind of “recorded looking” that deepens our relationship with flowers and gardens - from choosing the right subjects and materials to capturing the feeling of a border in full swing.In this episode, discover:How drawing functions as “recorded looking”, helping deepen your relationship with your gardenWhich flowers and garden plants are most forgiving to draw as a beginner, and practical ways to get started with garden drawingWhere Matthew Rice finds inspiration, from historic watercolourists to everyday details in his own greenhouse and gardenProducts mentioned:Snakeshead Fritillaries: sarahraven.com/products/fritillaria-meleagrisIris reticulata: sarahraven.com/products/iris-reticulata-blue-noteCourgettes: sarahraven.com/products/courgette-soleil-f1Mint: sarahraven.com/products/mint-moroccanMatthew Rice: https://www.instagram.com/matthewricewatercolours/See our events: https://www.sarahraven.com/courses-eventsGet in touch: info@sarahraven.comShop on the Sarah Raven Website: https://www.sarahraven.com/Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravensgarden/Follow Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravenperchhill/Order Sarah's latest books: https://www.sarahraven.com/gifts/gardening-books?sort=newest

Abby Pawley started by painting surfboards in Virginia Beach, then said yes to a 50-foot mural festival wall that changed everything. Five years later, her work has shown up in Amazon's main entrance, an IKEA Monet collaboration, local landmarks, and commercial spaces across her community. Abby shares how she left a warehouse job with no perfect plan, followed up until clients answered, handled the panic of large-scale projects, and learned to keep painting through the ugly middle when even she needed to trust the process. She also talks honestly about AI-generated client requests, social media pressure, public rejection, and the kind of persistence that can turn a “no” into the next wall.Abby Pawley is the Virginia Beach artist and muralist behind Pawley Prints, creating colorful murals, coastal-inspired pieces, and large-scale commercial work for brands and local spaces. Based in Virginia Beach, her work carries the influence of her high school art teachers, who encouraged her early on, and the community that helped her grow.Connect with Abby:WebsiteIGTikTokCreative Finds:Zibra 1/8" Detail Brush – our most requested size, launching July 30 at enjoyzibra.com (use code BANTER10 for 10% off)In this episode, we discuss:Why Abby left her warehouse job after her first mural, even without a perfect planHow steady follow-up helped turn an Amazon referral into a real projectWhy referrals still require persistence, clear communication, and self-advocacyWhat changes when your work moves from small surfaces to 50-foot wallsHow artists can get through the ugly middle of a project without spiralingWhy Abby's most effective social media posts are often the simple, honest onesHow sharing rejection can build trust with your audience and help other artists keep goingWelcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We're here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It's a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog

It reflects the sun's rays and emits absorbed heat, keeping the building cooler inside. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/ 

One roadtrip later, and our relationship is forever changed. Probably. I'll be honest, it doesn't feel that different. Oh, let me offer you an update! A lot of the problems I bring up in this episode have since been addressed. I have a window AC unit and it's wonderful! The drivers in my local area are timid af but at least aren't making too many dangerous choices. And I am less grouchy! At the moment, anyway. Who knows what the future holds. Join the Bottle Crow Discord to check out our live posted show notes as well as chat with us and other listeners! There's also the new Scanline Media Discord for Scanline stuff more generally. We're on iTunes, Google Play, and Stitcher! You can subscribe on those, and leave a review if you like! That would really help us out. Tell your Dota friends about us, help spread the word! Make sure to vote on the Rhythms of Riftshadow Ruins in the Steam Workshop!

In 1588, a tall, well-dressed gentleman rode through Norfolk talking about hawks with anyone who'd listen. He had a gilt-handled rapier, excellent French, and impeccable manners. He also had a Mass kit hidden in his saddlebags and a hair shirt under his doublet, because he was a Jesuit priest in a country where that was a capital offense. John Gerard spent seventeen years running an underground network across Elizabethan England. He built safe houses, ran couriers, sent at least thirty men abroad to train for the priesthood, and stayed one step ahead of Walsingham's intelligence apparatus. When they finally caught him in 1594, they hung him by his wrists in a Tower of London dungeon to make him give up the head of the Jesuit mission. He fainted eight or nine times in a single day. He never gave them a name. Then he wrote to his friends in invisible ink made from orange juice, and escaped from the Tower on a rope strung across the moat, with hands so ruined by torture he could barely grip it. And then he went straight back to work for another eight years. This is his story, and almost all of it comes from his own account, which he wrote as a field manual for the young men who'd be following him into England. FREE ILLUMINATION WORKSHOP Royal Letters: How to Paint a Tudor Rose Initial, with illuminator Julia Bangert. Monday, July 21, 12pm Eastern. Free to attend, total beginners welcome, and if you can't make it live, register anyway and we'll send you the recording.https://page.co/kxj56n Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What happens when a mom sees a problem no one else is solving? She creates the solution. In this episode, Stacey shares how she went from speech pathologist and mom of four to the founder of Smile Paint®, a revolutionary toothpaste designed to make brushing easier, more fun, and more accessible for kids with sensory needs. She opens up about taking a leap of faith, overcoming obstacles, and why having a purpose bigger than yourself can carry you through the toughest moments of entrepreneurship. Whether you're a parent, business owner, or dreamer with a big idea, this conversation will leave you inspired to keep going. About Stacey Thomas Stacey Thomas is a speech-language pathologist, special needs advocate, and mom of four who founded Smile Paint®, a play-based toothpaste designed to make brushing fun and accessible for children, especially those with sensory sensitivities. Inspired by her firsthand experience helping families navigate daily toothbrushing challenges, Stacey created Smile Paint® to turn oral care into a positive, engaging experience that helps kids build healthy habits through play. Learn more about Smile Paint website Connect with Stacey on LinkedIn   If you enjoyed this episode, make sure and give us a five star rating  and leave us a comment on iTunes   CONNECT WITH CHRISTINA! Instagram LinkedIn Christinalecuyer.com Book a Free Clarity Call Book Christina For Your Next Workshop

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We’ve got five literature classics to introduce to your family through board games. 0:00:00 Fact for 426 The number of people living past the age of 80 worldwide is projected to triple, hitting roughly 426 million by the year 2050. Sponsor Message Go to FirstMoveFinancial.com/familygamers and set up a free 15 minute call to see if they can help! 0:04:30 What We’ve Been Playing Obelus (our review)Spirits of the Wild: AwakeningFire TowerPalette *Tag Team (*) first time mentioned on The Family Gamers Podcast June Monthly Report Andrew: 22 plays of 8 unique games. H-index 3 (LotR Trick Taking, Trio, Got Five!) Anitra: 27 plays of 12 unique games. H-index 3 (same as Andrew) 0:16:45 The Family Gamers Community Welcome new members! #Backtalk We asked you about how you treat board games. Read the answers on Facebook or #backtalk channel of the Discord. 0:22:40 Classic Literature to Introduce via Board Games We’re going to focus on games that will whet the appetite: You don’t need to already know the stories to enjoy them, but there’s enough to make kids WANT to dig deeper. 1. Winnie the Pooh stories by A.A. Milne: Hundred Acre Wood Fluxx 2. Classic Grimm’s fairy tales: The Grimm Masquerade and 3 Chapters – both of these games make characters from different tales interact, but with specialized relationships unique to each one. 3. The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle: tons of games that riff on this character. But the best to introduce the setting and themes from Doyle’s stories include: Unmatched: Cobble & Fog Baker Street Irregulars (4-book / 4-player mystery from Van Ryder publishing) Sherlock 13 (deduction of a criminal, introduces many characters) 4. Shakespeare: be careful in how you approach this! Shakespeare is wonderful, but not great if you’re forced to read it. We recommend Unmatched: Slings & Arrows to introduce some of the fun of Shakespeare. 5. Greek mythology: Horrified: Greek Monsters Santorini Iliad (Unmatched has Medusa in BoL1, Achilles & Patroclus in BoL2) One more shout out for the Unmatched series. They pull from tons of classics: Alice in Wonderland, Beowulf, Robin Hood, Sinbad, and even modern “classics” like Jurassic Park, Marvel characters, The Witcher, Buffy, and TMNT. (Other games based on classic literature that are great, but work much better if you already love the story: Ichor, Bottle Imp, Paint the Roses, Princess and the Goblin, The Grimm Forest) 0:46:10 New Backtalk Question What’s your hidden gem? What’s a lesser-known game that you just click with? Or a game that you think should be much better known because it’s awesome? Tell us on the #backtalk channel on our Discord, or in our Facebook community. Find Us Online: Facebook: @familygamersaa and thefamilygamers.com/communityTwitter (X): @familygamersaaInstagram: @familygamersaaTikTok: @familygamersaaBluesky: @familygamersaaThreads: @familygamersaaYoutube: TheFamilyGamers or join the Family Tabletop Community on Discord! thefamilygamers.com/discord Or, for the most direct method, email us! andrew@thefamilygamers.com and anitra@thefamilygamers.com. PLEASE don’t forget to subscribe to the show, tell your friends about the show, and leave us a review at Apple Podcast or whatever your podcast subscription source is. We’re also on Amazon Music, TuneIn, and Spotify. You can also now find us on YouTube Music! So pull it up and give us a listen while you’re toiling away at work :) If you’d like to support The Family Gamers, there’s three ways to do that. First, you can pick up some sweet sweet merch: T-shirts, hoodies, mugs, and stickers! Go to store.thefamilygamers.com You can also support us on Patreon, if that’s more your speed. We have a few different support tiers from just a couple of dollars to show your appreciation – which we appreciate – up to five, ten, or even $20/month. There are all sorts of different rewards you can get, which we tried to make unique. You can see those at thefamilygamers.com/patreon. Thirdly, you can start your Amazon shopping at TheFamilyGamers website, using our Amazon affiliate link. Music for The Family Gamers Podcast is provided with permission from You Bred Raptors? The Family Gamers is sponsored by First Move Financial. Go to FirstMoveFinancial.com/familygamers to learn how the team at First Move Financial can help you pile up the victory points. The post Episode 426 – 5 Classic Books to Introduce via Games appeared first on The Family Gamers.